Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1805-01-30 00:00:00

Extract of a letter from an officer on board his ma- jesty's sloop Autumn , dated Deal , Nov. 1. "We arrived here yesterday afternoon, after a short cruise on the opposite shore, during which we spoke several neutrals, that had come out of French ports; they all agree that the late attack at Bou- logne had caused a great sensation along the enemy's coast, as they were in constant apprehension of a similar visit at their different ports."
Yesterday arrived the Hamburg mail due on Wednesday. The Continental intelligence is at pre- sent, of no great importance. The best understand- ing, however, is stated to prevail between the two new emperors, if we may believe the last accounts from Vienna. His majesty the emperor, lately did M. Champagny, the French Ambassador, the ho- nour of personally standing sponsor for his son. At Paris nothing is talked of but the coronation. The war, and its effects and consequences, no longer interest. The arrival of the Pope is more talked of
It is 300 Barrels CORN. January 28. tf 373 GILLIAT & MACKINDER.
ROBBERY!
FIFTY DOLLARS REWARD.
ON the night of Friday last, the 25th instant, the ware- house of the subscriber, on Maxwell's wharf, was en- tered into by means of a ladder, through the upper story, and robbed of Seven Pieces finest quality GERMAN CREAS- SHIELDING , Nos. 130, 120, and 110. This Linen is put up in flat pieces, measuring about 64 yards each; the ends, folded out- side on the middle of the pieces in a pointed form, are stamped with a red circle or Laurel, inside of which is the number of 120 or 130, stamped in red figures. It is evident the robber or robbers must have been extremely well acquaint- ed with the warehouse, and the situation of the packages therein; having passed between two tiers of Linen, mostly opened, but not so valuable, to the corner where this box of Creas was placed.
Should these Linens, or any part of them, be offered for sale, it is hoped every honest person, will stop them; they are of the same width, texture, quality and length, as the finest Dowles, only put in different form; and there proba- bly not being any of such a fine quality in town, they will be easily known, if even opened and rolled up in order to alter the form of them, and to evade detection.
The above reward will be paid to any person who shall de- tect the robber, and recover the said pieces of Linen, or a just proportion will be paid for any part thereof, by JOHN C. NIEMEYER, No. 105, Main Street. January 28. tf 369
FOR SALE, The Cargo of the Brig Fame, from St. Domingo, consisting of 140,000 wt. Choice Green COFFEE. 10,000 wt. LOGWOOD. January 25. tf 367 JAMES YOUNG.
NOTICE.
HAVING given Mr. STEPHENS PARHAM, a concern in my Business, the Firm in future, will be PHINEHAS DANA & Co. January 2. tf 320 PHINEHAS DANA.
WINDOW GLASS.
I have just received for sale, from the Baltimore Manufactory, 34 BOXES WINDOW GLASS. 8 by 10—9 by 11—12—10 by 12—and 12 by 14—And shortly expect a large supply of all sizes, commonly used here. The quality of this glass is good, and the prices will be found low. Apply to December 28. tf 315 JOHN C. NIEMEYER.
I intend to leave this State for a short time. January 18. 1aw3* 351 F. de TUBEUF.
FOR SALE, 30,000 lb. PRIME COFFEE. Apply to Jan. 23. tf 361 HOLT WILSON.
AVIS AUX FRANCAIS.
Le sous Commissaire des Relations Com- merciales de France, en Virginie, à la résidence de Norfolk, invite les Citoyens Français, Negocians, Marchands, Marins, et Passagers, actuellement en Virginie, de se présenter en sa Chancellerie depuis le 16 jusqu'au 28 Janvier, 1805, pour affaires qui les concernent; & il prévient ceux éloignés de Nor- folk, qu'ils pourront, au meme effet, se présenter chez Messrs. Cugneau , negociant à Petersburg, Chevalier , negociant à Richmond, & Tetrel nego- ciant à Williamsburg. Norfolk, le 12 Janvier, 1805. tf 344 OSTER.
NOW LANDING On Maxwell's Wharf, from on board the Schooner SEAMAN, Capt. Swann, from New-York, A CHOICE PARCEL OF OLD COGNAC BRANDY, and a few casks of DUTCH LINSEED OIL. Which will be sold low, by applying to November 19. tf 237 John Brown, Rothery's Wharf.
FALL GOODS.
WE are now landing from the brig Commerce , from London, an extensive assortment of FALL GOODS, among which, are assorted packages, calculated for the West India market, entitled to drawback ; which will be sold at low advance, by August 21. tf 92 Gilliat & Mackinder.
FOR SALE, 120 Hogsheads of old Richmond and Petersburg TOBACCO. December 19. tf 291 MOSES MYERS.
50 Puncheons ANTIGUA RUM. 150 Barrels prime NEW YORK, 300 do. CAROLINA, 150 Half Barrels CRACKERS. 50 Hogsheads Petersburg TOBACCO. 45 do. CLARET. 5 Barrels COCOA. 12 Cases NOYEAU. —For sale on liberal terms by C. & F. Whittle. November 6. tf 218
CASH FOR Red and White Oak Hoghead Staves, with a proportion of heading. November 6. tf 218
WILL BE LANDED TO-MORROW, From on board schooner Mohawk, 175,000 lb. PRIME COFFEE, For Sale, by Jan. 21. tf 353 WILSON, CUNNINGHAM & CO.
FOR CHARTER, The excellent fast sailing ship MEDFORD, Josiah Barnard, Master:— Burthen three hundred hogsheads, ready to receive a cargo. For terms apply to MOSES MYERS. January 28. tf 370
FOR CHARLESTON, The fast sailing Packet Brig HIRAM, Captain Harding, will sail in a few days— has excellent accommodations for passengers. For freight or passage, apply to the Master on board, or MARTIN FISK. January 28. tf 371
FOR BOSTON, The Schooner FRIENDSHIP , Henry Damon, Master, Burthen 54 tons, will sail in 5 or 6 days. For freight or passage, apply to the master on board, or to WARREN ASILEY. Jan. 28. tf 368
SALE AT AUCTION. On Friday the 10th day of February next, will be Sold at Publick Auction, THE AMERICAN BRIG PETERSBURG, Burthen about 155 tons, on a credit of three and four months. Notes with approved in- dorsers will be required. The Petersburg, is a new vessel hav- ing only performed one voyage. For further particulars apply to ROBERT MAITLAND & CO. January 23. tds 362
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, The Schooner HERO, John Sweet, Master:— Burthen about seven hundred barrels—now ready to receive a cargo. For terms apply to the master on board, or to C. FRY. January 23. tf 364
NOW LANDING From on board the Ships Juno and Courtesy , from Jamaica, 250 Hogsheads RUM. For sale by WILLIAM PENNOCK. WHO OFFERS FOR CHARTER, THE SHIPS JANE , of 417 Tons. JUNO , of 260 do. COURTNEY , of 200 do. All ready to receive cargoes. January 21. tf 353
WANTED TO CHARTER, TWO VESSELS of about 150 tons each, of an easy draught of water, to proceed to Plymouth, in North- Carolina, to load for the West-Indies.—Also, TWO STOUT COASTERS, To load at same place for New-York—good freights will be given, and quick despatch. For terms, apply to RICHARD BLOW. January 16. tf 345
The Merchants at Petersburg, and Richmond, who have or- ders to ship Tobacco in the British Brig UNION, Captain Hingsbottom, for Guernsey, are respectfully informed, that the brig has been ready to receive her cargo ever since the 24th ult.—The Captain not knowing the names of the respective shippers, has induced the consignee to give this public no- tice. Norfolk, January 14. tf 337
FOR JAMAICA, Ship BRUTUS , John Bunce, Master:— Will take fifty barrels on freight, if offered immediately. She has excellent accommo- dations for a few passengers. Apply to the master on board, or to A. HERN. January 7. tf 328
FOR AMSTERDAM, The good Brig TWO BROTHERS, P. Hartshorne, Master:— Burthen 250 bds. to sail in all January, as a considerable part of her cargo is engaged.—Those who wish to ship, will please apply soon, to the master on board, at Gibson's wharf, or WILLIAM HARTSHORNE, Jun. December 31. tf 317
FOR SAVANNAH, The Schooner RISING SUN; Captain Taylor. Will sail in a few days. For freight or pas- sage, apply to MARTIN FISK. Who has this day landing from said Schooner, 250 Barrels No. 1 and 2 Beef } 20 do. Pork. } 20 Half bds. Mess Beef. } BOSTON INSPECTION 20 do. Neats Tongues. } 50 Barrels Herrings. } 20 do. Mackerel. } 10 Half barrels do. } 10 Hogsheads N. E. Rum. } 20 Barrels do. } 20 do. Country Gin. } 50 do. Whiskey. } 100 Boxes Mould Candles. } 50 do. Dipt do. } 50 do. Chocolate } 50 do. Cheese, for family use. } 50 Casks do. for Shipping. } Hyson, Young Hyson, and Imperial Teas. 1 Case Writing Paper. 6 Trunks Mens and Boys Shoes. December 28. tf 311
FOR SALE or CHARTER, The good Ship PATSEY , David G. Bowles, Master, Burthen 370 tons, will carry 600 hogsheads Tobacco. For terms apply to the Master on board, or to Moses Myers. Who has for Sale, on board said ship, About 5000 bushels Isle of May SALT. November 12. tf 227
FOR SALE, (If applied for in three days) The fast sailing Schooner PHOENIX, Now laying at Newton's wharf, burthen 100 tons, and only one year old. Apply to the master on board, or William Pennock. December 5. tf 263
WHO OFFERS FOR SALE, 50 Tons PLAISTER of PARIS, on board said Schooner. December 5. tf 263
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, The remarkably fast sailing copper bottomed Ship THOMAS WILSON, Christopher Tompkins, Master:— Burthen 338 tons or 450 bds. tobacco. Will be ready for the reception of a cargo in a few days. Apply to Wilson, Cunningham & Co. December 5. tf 270
FOR BOURDEAUX, The good Ship ECHO, For passage only, having elegant accom- modations, apply to CAPTAIN HIGGINS on board, or to Moses Myers. November 28. tf 255
Now landing on Rothery's Wharf, from on board the brig Ann Elizabeth, A CHOICE PARCEL OF ANTIGUA RUM, Which will be sold low if taken from off the Wharf. John Brown. Rothery's Wharf.
Who will take a Freight for the above BRIG, Burthen 1300 barrels, if application be made in a few days. December 5. tf 268
FOR SALE, A very superior PILOT BOAT, Just launched, of the following dimensions, 38 Feet 6 inches Straight Keel. 15 do. 6 do. Beam. 6 do. Hold. Now lying at Newton's Wharf. For terms apply to Wilson, Cunningham & Co. WHO HAVE IN STORE, 25,000 lb. COFFEE. 20 Tierces Dutch LINSEED OIL. November 16. tf 233
FOR SALE, The fast sailing Schooner FRIENDS ADVENTURE, Elegantly fitted for a Packet, and burthen 55 tons, she is in complete order, and the terms will be made easy. ROBERT GIBSON. December 14. tf 287
FOR LIVERPOOL, The good Ship MOSES MYERS, Burthen 350 hogsheads; has part of her cargo engaged, and may be ready to sail by the 1st January. For Freight or Passage apply to the master on board. November 26. tf 251
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, The new and fast sailing Brig SUSAN, Michael Farley, Master:— Burthen 173 tons, or 1000 barrels—in com- plete order for the reception of a cargo. For terms apply to the master on board, or to PHINEHAS DANA. December 24. tf 309
FOR CHARTER, The good fast sailing Brig LUCY, Charles Foster, Master:— Burthen 1000 barrels. For terms apply to MOSES MYERS. December 24. tf 305
FOR SALE, FREIGHT or CHARTER, The Brig POLLY , John Hooper, Master, burthen 600 barrels. For terms apply to the master on board, or to PHINEHAS DANA & CO. Who have received her said brig from Boston, and offer for sale, 40 hhds. 20 bbls. N. E. RUM, 5 bales INDIA COTTONS. January 16. tf 347
NORFOLK HOTEL.
THE Subscriber informs his friends and the publick, that he has opened an HOTEL in that convenient house formerly the NAVY TAVERN No. 125 Main-Street, where he hopes by his attention, to give satisfaction to those who may favour him with their company. He will always keep the best liquors: and Private Parties will be furnished with Dinners, Suppers, or Relishes, at the shortest notice. BOARDERS accommodated by the week, month, or year Henry Benbridge. October 9. tf 170
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.
THE SUBSCRIBER Has received by the Brig COMMERCE , from London, and Ship BUTTER , from Liverpool, A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF FALL AND WINTER GOODS, which he offers for sale, by Wholesale or Retail, on moderate terms. Richard Taylor. ALSO—A FEW BALES BEST TWILLED SACKING. Sept. 22. tf 150
NOW LANDING From on board the Schooner Lydia, Capt. Livington, from Antigua 116 Puncheons RUM. For sale by William Pennock. WHO WANTS TO PURCHASE, RED AND WHITE OAK STAVES—and 22 INCH SHINGLES. November 5. tf 221
ARISTOTLE.
Magna anima contentio adhibenda est in explicando Aristotele. CICERO, FRAG. PHIL.
Frequentabunt ejus domum optimi juvenes et verum viam, venit ex oraculo potent. Possit formidat, ut vetus guber- nator, littora et portus, et quid secundis flatibus quid adversis ratem poscat, doceat, e. communis ductus officio et amore quodam operis. QUINTIL.
To proceed orderly in this (i. e. the study of politics) the foundation should be laid in enquiring into the ground and nature of civil society; how it is formed into different models of government; and what are the several species of it. Aristotle is allowed (to be) a master in this science; and few enter upon the consideration of government without reading his politics. LOCKE. LOCKE.
Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics afford not only afford the most perfect system of Scientific Morality, but exhibit also the powers of the most compact and best constructed system which the human intellect ever produced upon any subject. DR. KENNEDY.
PROPOSALS,
BY GEO. L. GRAY, OF NORFOLK, FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION,
THE FIRST AMERICAN EDITION OF Aristotle's Ethics and Politicks;
COMPRISING HIS PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY. Translated from the Greek; and illustrated by introductions and notes, a Critical History of his Life, and a new Analysis of his Speculative Works. BY JOHN GILLIES, LL. D. &c.
Historiographer to His Britannick Majesty for Scotland.
CONDITIONS.
The work shall be comprised in two large octavo volumes, on a good paper, and a new type to be cast on purpose.
The price to subscribers will be four dollars for each volume, in boards; payable on delivery of the work.
With the last volume shall be given a list of the subscribers; and no greater number will be printed than may be subscribed for.
* * Persons who obtain ten subscribers, and render them- selves accountable for the amount, shall be entitled to one copy gratis; and for any number above ten a commission of seven and one half per cent. The usual deduction will be made to Booksellers who subscribe for ten, or a greater num- ber of copies.
† † The work will be put to press as soon as a sufficient number of subscribers to defray the expense shall have been obtained.
N. B. The price of the English Edition, in two volumes, is Eighteen Dollars, the subscriber to the present edition saves ten dollars of that sum; and the Editor engages that it shall rival or surpass the imported publication in elegance.
Any remarks upon the character of the STAER- RITE as a Philosopher and a Politician, or any praise of his writings on Ethics and Government, might, on the part of the Editor and in this place, be regard- ed as unprofitable supererogation. He stands con- fessed and universally acknowledged, the greatest master of the Science of Politicks; and few modern writers on the subjects of which he treats, have passed him by without avowing their gratitude to him, and their admiration of his profound researches.
By the citizens of the United States, a people pos- sessing more civil liberty than has ever before been enjoyed by any nation on earth, it is hoped that an author who is of all others most capable of instructing them in the nature and blessings of such a govern- ment as they have instituted, whose remarks result from a close examination of the theories of upwards two hundred commonwealths, will be received as a most welcome guest. To a people who, by the na- ture of their civil institutions, are individually liable to be called upon to regulate the affairs of the com- munity, he will prove an useful companion and mon- itor. Too high an opinion cannot reasonably be en- tertained of a work which LOCKE declares to be ne- cessary to every man who would understand the nature of politics; of a Philosopher to whom the learned GROTUS assigns the most exalted rank, "whether estimated by the perspicuity of his method, the acuteness of his distinctions, or the weight and solidity of his arguments."
Of the translation little farther need be said, than that it is universally allowed to have been executed with fidelity, and certainly with much clearness and elegance. The learned author of the Pursuits of Li- terature, not otherwise much inclined to favour the Historian of Greece, says "I think we are much in- debted to Doctor GILLIES for offering to the pub- lick an English translation of the two most important treatises on MORALITY and POLITICKS which anti- quity can boast. No man can read these works without being wiser and better."
Reflecting upon the great utility of such a work to a people who make politics so much their study, the Editor deems it unnecessary to load these proposals To recommend from the vast WILSON, CUNNINGHAM & CO. January 30. 3w 374
LL persons are cautioned against crediting my wife BETSY WHITFIELD, as I am determined not to pay debts of her contracting—her late behaviour has been such, as to render it necessary for me to resort to this last, but essary alternative. GEORGE WHITFIELD. Brampton, January 30. 3 375
FOR RENT,
An excellent strong fire proof WAREHOUSE, on Com- merce Street.—Also, a small DWELLING-HOUSE, very handsomely situated on the lot of the subscriber, on Boush St.
GOODS RECEIVED ON STORAGE he Subscriber, on the usual low rates, in his convenient roof Warehouse, on Commerce Street. JOHN GRANBERY. January 30. 4w 376
TO RENT.
HAT excellent DWELLING-HOUSE and GARDEN, lately the residence of Cornelius Calvert, Esq. deceas- ed, situate on the lot of the subscriber, on Boush St. For terms apply to J. TUCKER. January 30. tf 377
HE TRUSTEES of the NORFOLK ACADEMY, are re- quested to meet at the Norfolk Hotel, on Saturday at 12 o'clock. P. BARRAUD, President. January 30. 378
ROBERT MAITLAND & CO.
moved to their new Fire Proof Warehouse, on Com- merce Street, where they have for sale, Lon. Par. Madeira WINE , in Pipes Hogsheads and Quarter Casks. Tolland and Country GIN , in Pipes. French BRANDY , do. Loaf SUGAR , per Hogshead. New-York Prime FORK , &c. &c. January 30. 3w 379

THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE. WEDNESDAY EVENING, JANUARY 30, 1805.
At a meeting of the Directors of the Branch Bank of Virginia yesterday— THOMAS NEWTON was elected President, and the following officers were chosen— John E. Beale, Teller. Richard Bagwell, Book-keeper. Francis S. Taylor, Discount Clerk. Henry Bragg, Runner. Michael Crossmuck, Porter.
The subscribers to a Publick Library are requested to meet at the Norfolk Hotel on Saturday evening next, at seven o'clock, in order to receive the report of the committee appointed to collect subscriptions, and for other purposes. It is requested that those persons who have not paid their subscriptions, will pay them on or before that evening, as without attention in this instance, it is not improbable that the whole plan must be abandoned.
From the Mate of the ship Glory, arrived from Dublin, we received a paper of that city of the 12th ultimo. Some person, however, took the liberty of removing it from the desk in the Editor's room this morning, and has not been so kind as to return it.— It contained one article of considerable importance, if to be relied upon. This article related to the conduct of Prussia. It was said that the king of Prussia appeared to be considerably alarmed by the wonderful and encreasing intimacy and good understanding between the new Emperours, of the French and of Austria, as well as by the late infamous violation of the Laws of Nations, and the neutrality of Germany, in the arrest of Sir George Rumbold at Hamburg. As we did intend to have transcribed the article, we did not impress it so strongly on our minds, as to be able to state the whole grounds for the assertion, that Prussia had shown symptoms of dissatisfaction at the conduct of France. From the general tenor of the remarks, however, we were disposed to look upon the matter more as what was wished than as what had really happened.
Mr. BURR has quitted the Presidential chair in the Senate of the United States; but we are not able to say whether it is with an intention to proceed to New-Jersey, in order to take his trial, on the indictment against him for killing Gen. Hamilton—Mr. ANDERSON of Tennessee has been chosen President pro tempore.
We made a mistake, in our last, in the name of the gentleman who receives subscriptions for Mr. Dixey's busts of Hamilton—It is MR. GEORGE WALKER, and not Thomas Walker.
Monsieur La Brosse has at length found an opportunity of effecting a departure from Hampton Roads. After allowing sufficient time for the British frigates to get out of the way, Le President ventured to sea on Monday evening.
Errata. In the editorial article, last paragraph but one, 2d col. 3d line, for "we do not" read "we know not how it operates"—last line but one of the col. for "commanded" read "command."
DESERTION OF SEAMEN.—The Legislature of this Commonwealth has at length thought proper to provide for the correction of an evil, severely felt by foreign merchant vessels in this port, as well as in the other harbours of Virginia. Heretofore the entire crew of any foreign ship might desert her, yet the magistracy had no power to interfere, in order to force them back to their duty; but, on the contrary, the laws, as they stood, made such interference on the part of a magistrate a serious offence. The following act of assembly, which is called, we know not why, "AN ACT FOR THE PROTECTION OF SEAMEN", was, we believe, obtained through the exertions of the representation of this Borough, and is more properly a protection for masters, or might have been called AN ACT TO DISCOURAGE DESERTION FROM MERCHANT VESSELS—but by whatever title it may be known, it provides completely a remedy for the evil, and will do away the greatest objection which would be raised by masters of foreign vessels against a trade with our state.
Sale by MARTIN FISK. January 11, tf 336
The Subscriber intending to carry on the LUMBER BUSINESS extensively in all its various branches has taken into partnership with him Mr. RICHARD J. COX. No pains will be spared to give general satisfaction, in which it is hoped they will be able to succeed, being provided with hands and lighters for the purpose of delivering lumber also side of vessels in any part of the harbour. This part of the business will be conducted under the firm of RICHARD COX & Co. The subscriber carries on his other business usual, storage on the lowest terms.
JOHN COX. January 7. tm 327
WE HAVE FOR SALE, 1,000 Barrels TURPENTINE. 1,000 do. TAR. 100,000 Red and White-Oak Hhd. STAVES—and 8 Pipes of BRANDY. Gilliat & Mackinder. November 5. tf 222
NORFOLK DRAW-BRIDGE COMPANY, JANUARY 14th, 1805.
THE Directors have this day declared a Dividend of 1 per cent, on the Capital Stock, for the half year, which will be payable to the Stockholders, or their legal representatives, after the 14th February next. 330 WILLIAM CAMMACK, Treasurer.
WANTED IMMEDIATELY, A WET NURSE, To whom liberal wages will be given.—Apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. January 4. tf 326
FOR SALE, By the Subscriber at Gosport, a parcel of choice JAMAICA RUM, Just arrived in the George. John Cox. December 19. tm 294
FOR SALE—A BARGAIN.
THE SUBSCRIBER, WISHING TO DECLINE THE RETAIL BUSINESS, OFFERS FOR SALE, HIS WHOLE STOCK IN TRADE, AMOUNTING TO ABOUT $20,000.
CONSISTING OF DRY GOODS, Cutlery, Hardware, Castings, Nails of all sizes, and a number of other articles.—The whole will be sold on very low terms, and a liberal credit will be allowed, on bond with approved security.—Also, the balance of the lease of his Store, equal to any stand in Norfolk, if required. Property in the Borough of Norfolk, or Lands in the neighbouring counties, Publick Securities, &c. will be taken in exchange. For further particulars, apply to James Tucker.
WHO HAS FOR SALE, ON VERY LOW TERMS, A VALUABLE TRACT OF LAND.
To the Editors of the Federal Gazette. GENTLEMEN, The enclosed letter of a late date from Bourdeaux contains, besides the Price Current accompanying it, some articles of importance to the commercial community at large. You are at liberty to make any extracts therefrom for your this day's Gazette—I remain, Your's, &c.
Tuesday morn. Jan. 22.
BOURDEAUX, 12th Nov. 1804. "You will observe by the enclosed price current, that our market has Ameliorated for most of the articles therein specified, since we last had the pleasure of addressing you."
"The late rupture between England and Spain will naturally give great extension to the trade of the United States, and render more frequent their relations with this city, for the purpose of procuring silk and other manufactures suitable for the Spanish colonies. The importation of nankeens is prohibited. It is the opinion of some, that in the course of a few months experience government will annul the decree, as it will be found almost impossible to prevent the article being smuggled at the frontiers."
"Owing to the demands from Switzerland, and the encouragement the manufacturers receive from government, United States' cottons meet a ready sale, and at advantageous prices. The supply of tobacco is limited; the first two or three cargoes that arrive cannot fail of doing well."
"It is ascertained that the claims of Americans, provided for by the treaty, will not amount to the 20 millions appropriated."
"We presume you are acquainted that American vessels, accompanied with a certificate from the collectors of the French colonies of having paid the duty on their inward and outward cargoes, will, on arrival here, only be subject to the duties levied on goods imported in French bottoms, which is one third less than on foreign. That certificate must specify the various articles, their marks, numbers and weight, &c. & should moreover be realised by the prefect, &c.—As the vessels must touch at the United States, it would not be amiss to obtain from the French consul a distinct certificate, stating that the vessel had arrived from the French colonies, with a cargo of such and such articles, which were not landed, being originally destined for a specified port of France."
Prices Current at Bourdeaux, Nov. 13, 1804. (In Francs and Centimes.)
Table with 2 columns: Item, Price. Includes Ash, pot, ql. 57f. a 65—demanded; Cocoa, Caracacas, lb. 3, 75 a 4—duty, 37, 50 per ql.—scarce and demanded; Coffee, Martinique and Guadalupe, lb. 2, 35 a 2, 60—duty, 37, 50 per ql.; St. Domingo, 2, 30 a 2, 37; Bourbon, 2, 45 a 2, 50—demanded; Java, 2, 30 a 2, 40; Mocha, 2, 60 a 2, 65; Cotton, Georgia, and Carolina, long, ql. 175f. a 250—duty, 50c. per ql.; short, 135f. a 275—brisk; Louisiana, 155f. a 175—do.; Indigo, Louisiana, lb. 12f. a 15—duty, 7, 50 per ql.—scarce and demanded; Carolina, 5f. a 12—do.; Logwood, Spanish cut, ql. 30f. a 34—current sale; English cut, 22f. a 27—do.; Pepper, heavy, lb. 1, 60—duty, 30f. per ql.—quick sale; Light, 1, 50—do.; Sugar, St. Dom. Mart. and Guad. white clayed, ql. 133f. a 165—duty, 37, 50 per ql.; Brown ditto, 103f. a 132—demanded; Havana, white clayed, 125f. a 165; Brown ditto, 100f. a 123; Muscovado, 90f. a 125—duty, 22, 50 per ql. demanded; Tallow, Boston, ql. 95f. a 100—do.; Tea, Hyson, lb. 7f. a 7, 25—duty, 25f. per ql.; Hyson Skin, 3, 90 a 4, 15; Shouchong, 4f. a 4, 15; Patre, 5f. a 5, 50; Camphory, 3, 25 a 3, 40; Congo, 3, 10 a 3, 25; Bohca, 1f. a 1, 50; Tobacco, Virginia, ql. 120f. a 130—duty, 50f. pr. ql.; Carolina and Georgia, 110f. a 120—current sale; Maryland, yellow, 120f. a 130. EXCHANGE. America, 60 days sight, 5, 25 per dollar.
Congressional Register.
SECOND SESSION OF THE EIGHTH CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES. Commenced at Washington, November 5, 1804.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
MONDAY, January 7.
Debate on receding the District of Columbia.
In Committee of the whole—Mr. TENNEY in the chair.
The following resolutions being read:
1. "Resolved, That it is expedient for Congress to recede to the State of Virginia, the jurisdiction of that part of the territory of Columbia, which was ceded to the United States, by the said State of Virginia, by an act passed the third day of December, in the year one thousand seven hundred and eighty nine, intitled "An act for the cession of ten miles square, or any lesser quantity of territory within the State, to the United States in Congress assembled, for the permanent seat of the general government;"—Provided, The said State of Virginia shall consent and agree thereto."
2. "Resolved, That it is expedient for Congress to recede to the State of Maryland, the jurisdiction of that part of the territory of Columbia, without the limits of the city of Washington, which was ceded to the United States by the said State of Maryland, by an act passed the 19th day of December, in the year 1791, intitled "An act concerning the territory of Columbia, and the city of Washington;"—Provided, The said State of Maryland, shall consent and agree thereto."
MR. STANFORD said it was his wish to make a few observations on the resolutions now before the committee, for the recession of that part of the district of Columbia, which had been ceded to the United States by the State of Virginia, in support of the vote he should give, expecting that what was said on the first, would be generally applicable to the last resolution also. He begged leave, however, in the first place to suggest that in bringing forward the motion he had not any the least intention to take any step that should go to a removal of the government. He trusted no gentleman of the committee would entertain such an opinion of his views. Had such been his intention he would have preferred a direct motion to that effect.
As then both the resolutions together made but a single object, that of receding back again to the respective States of Virginia, and Maryland, all the district of Columbia, except the city of Washington, he should in the course of the discussion consider it more incumbent on those adverse to the measure to shew the original wisdom, and utility of the provision in the constitution, than on his friends. It would be enough for them to shew its present evil tendency, and that it was an encumbrance, no way necessary or useful to the general government.
Upon a former occasion some question had arisen, and might yet lie in the way of some gentlemen, whether Congress, having once accepted the cessions of the States, had now the power of recession. On that head, he had not himself ever found reason to doubt. By the 3rd section and 4th article of the constitution, "Congress has power to dispose of, and make all needful rules regulations respecting the territory or other property belonging to the United States"—and besides the 8th section of the 1st article, which assigns to Congress the "exclusive legislation over this district, in all cases whatever," does not appear to come short of such a power. Like authority is also given in the same paragraph of the constitution over all places purchased by the consent of the State, in which the same shall be, "for the erection of forts, magazines, arsenals, dock yards, and other needful buildings." Congress, thus possessing the right of disposal, had exercised that right by an act passed two sessions ago, authorising the secretary of the navy to convey to the Salem turnpike, and Chelsea bridge companies a part of the navy yard at Boston. With it, will any one pretend that jurisdiction did not also pass to the state of Massachusetts, whence it had been obtained? It certainly would by every fair and bona fide view of the circumstances. If, for instance, murder should be committed on that part of the turnpike, which was formerly a part of the navy yard, could it be contended that such murder was not punishable by the laws of Massachusetts? That the general government was the only competent authority to punish? He hoped otherwise. A like discretionary power of cession was also exercised, when Congress anticipated the ordinance, and transferred the jurisdiction to the people of the North Western Territory, which now forms the State of Ohio. It would be remembered, that at the time of the transfer, the United States held the exclusive jurisdiction of that territory.
But, Mr. Chairman, we have a case of recent date still more conclusive, as being more directly in point. —The very term itself cede is used. In the 2d article of the late "articles of agreement and cession" with Georgia, after accepting the cession of Georgia, the United States go on to say "and they cede to the State of Georgia, whatever claim, right, or title they may have to the jurisdiction or soil of any lands, lying within the United States, and out of the proper boundaries of any other State, and situated south of the southern boundaries of the States of Tennessee, North-Carolina, and South-Carolina, and east of the boundary line herein above described as the eastern boundary of the territory ceded by Georgia to the United States." It is worthy of remark that Congress never even took exception to this act of cession, and interchange of cessions, as it respected the power of doing so—nor did the State of Georgia, though she had both a Federal and State interest to serve upon the occasion, and, had to pass a solemn act of ratification and acceptance of such cession from the United States; for it made a part of her compensation for the Mississippi territory. That State has moreover since extended her authority, and erected a county in the very territory thus ceded. Other cases might be cited of a similar exercise of power on the part of the general government, but he must be allowed to consider the present as sufficiently conclusive and unanswerable.
As to the expediency of a recession, he did not know that much need be said. Every debate during the present session in relation to the affairs of the district was but an additional argument for the expediency as well as policy of the measure. Whole days had been lately taken up with local and unimportant matters, to the neglect of the greatest concerns of the nation. He did not think there could be found another district of country of the same extent, with the same variety, not to say contrariety of interests. There seemed indeed a perfect turmoil of contending interests not possible to reconcile, and as impossible to legislate for in peace. He would ask, did it accord with the genius of the general government to be thus occupied with this small portion of the country? Could it be supposed we should be able to get along with such an appendage? He thought not. With the exception of territorial jurisdictions, the powers of Congress were as they ought to be, not of a local but general nature, and yet with one local concern, or another, within this ten miles square, Congress had been harassed with petitions, counter-petitions and memorials, more than from one half of the States in the union besides. This fact would appear by a reference to the journals of the different sessions since the assumption of jurisdiction. But the time consumed in this way was not all; the existing government of the district formed annually no inconsiderable item of expense in an aggregate point of view. To this should be also added, the expense of printing. Our journals are much enlarged, voluminous bills and other matters printed, which, no doubt, went far to swell the contingent expenses of the House; of late so justly complained of as enormous.
But, said Mr. S. over and above the consideration, that the district of Columbia is no way necessary, and every way expensive to the general government, in fact a kind of governmental nuisance that ought to be removed, there was another objection still more serious with him, the people of the district were the merest subjects in their condition. If they held rights they were not apparent to him in the constitution.—He believed all they held were those of courtesy. In the constitution no immunity, no privilege, no political right had been, in so many words, reserved to them. They had been specifically given away, consigned to the ideal convenience of the general government without a single specific reservation.—This was not the case as to the people of the States. If he were told the people were content, and did not wish a change, that with him was a good reason why the motion should at once prevail. If twenty or twenty-five thousand people had already become willing subjects, without wishing any share, or controul in their own affairs, such an example ought no longer to remain under our system of government, and he trusted would not. He concluded by expressing a hope that the resolutions might be adopted.
MR. DENNIS. Mr. Chairman, as a resolution, analogous in all its leading features to those now under consideration, was submitted to the consideration of a former Congress, by a gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Bacon) and as that resolution was put to rest by a very decisive majority, I had not expected
that its ghost would have arisen up at so early a day to haunt the people of Columbia, or to interrupt the deliberations of this body. That the gentleman who has offered these resolutions, has acted from the best lights of his own understanding, and has believed the object intended to be thereby effectuated, is both within the pale of our constitutional authority and politically expedient, it is not for me to question. To me, however, they appear unconstitutional and politically inexpedient, and I will moreover add, cruel, unjust, and tyrannical in their operation on the people of this district.
In order to ascertain the extent of our power on the subject, we must resort to the 8th section of the 1st article of the constitution. Here we find that, amongst other powers therein enumerated, it is declared as follows: "That Congress shall have the power to exercise exclusive legislation in all cases whatsoever, over such district (not exceeding ten miles square) as may, by cession of particular states and the acceptance of Congress, become the seat of the general government," &c. This clause contemplates, first, a place to be acquired lying at the time within the jurisdiction of some of the States, but which was to be put out of their controul, and within the exclusive jurisdiction of the general government. This was to be done in order that a permanent seat might be established, which should not be liable to be changed by legislative caprice, and in order that the jurisdiction over the place in which its operations were to be conducted, might be like the government itself, the property of the whole people of the union, and free from the influence of any one of its component parts.
This appears to be as much a part of the constitution, that you should always have this federal district, as that there should be a legislative, executive, and judiciary department.
2ndly. It points out the manner in which this district shall be acquired, and the agents who are to be instrumental in the acquisition. The convention, on behalf of the people of the United States, who are the principals, appoints Congress the attorney in fact to receive the conveyance, and constitutes the legislatures of the states from whom the cession or conveyance is to be made similar agents to make it.—The several agents have performed their respective offices, the district has been acquired in conformity with the authority given, the right to the property vested in the American people, and possession held of it by us, for their benefit, for whose use it was acquired. All the power which was given as to the acquisition of the territory has been exhausted, and no other power remains but that of exercising over it exclusive legislation. To explain and illustrate this subject to the most ordinary capacity, let me compare the transaction to a case in common life.—If I give a man a power of attorney to purchase for me a tract of land, in a particular district of country of a specified quantity of acres, leaving it to him to make the location, and he accordingly make a purchase, and I consent to the act, receive the conveyance, and take possession of it, can my agent afterwards make another choice, divest me of my right, and recover the property without my consent? No man will answer this question affirmatively; and yet it is clear there is a perfect similitude between the cases, and that Congress are agents acting in this case under a limited authority and confined in the exercise thereof to a specific object. That Congress are special agents, and not vested with a general power over every possible case is manifest, from the whole tenor of the constitution; and I will lay down in this instance, a rule which has been generally recognized as the standard, by which to test the extent of congressional authority in any given case. It is, that Congress can exercise no power on any subject but what is expressly delegated and specially enumerated in the constitution, or necessary and incidental to the execution of the specified powers. What is their power in the present instance? To accept a cession and exercise over it exclusive legislation.—Can you infer from hence a power of recession? To do so is at war with the amendment of the constitution, which declares, that all powers not given to the general government, are retained by the States or the people respectively. Was not the power confined to the acceptance of the district directed to be procured for a specific purpose, and when so acquired, to continue an object over which Congress, as a permanent body, might always have it in their power to exercise exclusive jurisdiction? Can you then claim the power of conveying the district and receiving one as often as your caprice may dictate, or of divesting your successors of the same controul over this district which we may exercise ourselves? The power is not expressly delegated, nor is it a necessary power to carry into effect any power given; for it will not be contended, but we may exercise all our powers and perform all our duties, and still retain the jurisdiction over the district?
It has been said, that Congress and the legislatures of Maryland and Virginia, being the parties to the contract, may like all other parties by mutual consent dissolve the obligation. The premises might be admitted, and the conclusion does not follow. For it is not always true, and never so where the rights of third persons are involved, that the original contracting parties can dissolve the contract. If I draw a bill of exchange, and the drawee endorse it to a third person, it is not in the power of the drawer and drawee to cancel the obligation. This case will apply as well to the people of the United States as to those of the district of Columbia, whose vested rights are mutually affected by the proposed resolution.—But surely the premises are incorrect, and this is to be regarded as a contract of the American people, and not the contract of Congress, made with the people of the ceded territory, that if they would consent to give up their property, and the States in which they lived would make the cession, Congress should accept it, and exercise over them exclusive legislation?
Again, Sir, it is said that Congress are not imperatively commanded to exercise this power, but have an option to exercise it or not at discretion. Be it so. But does this give the power to transfer its exercise to a foreign jurisdiction?
This district has been completely severed from Maryland and Virginia; and has been erected into two counties by the name of Washington, and Alexandria, and forms, at this time, no more a part of the territorial limits of Maryland, and Virginia, than of New-Hampshire, or Georgia; and you may by the same authority that you propose to re-annex them to these States, unite them to Delaware, or Jersey, and put the people, many of whom never were citizens of Maryland, or Virginia, under the jurisdiction of the emperor of Hayti.
"Congress shall have the power to exercise exclusive legislation," &c. What Congress? Is it the Congress of 1804—5; or 1820 or 1850? if indeed the Union so long endure. Surely, Sir, we can exercise no power which our successors may not also exercise, on an object declared by the constitution to be a subject of legislation for Congress; and if you should give up the exercise of the jurisdiction for the present and repeal the act of assumption, your successors may repeal the repealing act and resume the jurisdiction. Otherwise you may deprive your successors of all the powers of legislation. In the section in which the power of exercising exclusive legislation is given, is also contained, amongst other powers therein enumerated, the power "to coin money and regulate the value thereof," &c.—the power of making an uniform system of bankruptcy," &c. These powers Congress may exercise or not; but can they vest in Maryland, and Virginia, or any

other State, the power of legislating for the Union on these subjects, and thereby deprive their successors of the exercise of these powers, should they hereafter deem it advisable to resume them? No Sir.—Neither can we by any act of ours (nor can it be done in any way but by an amendment of the constitution) divest our successors of an ultimate control over this territory and of the right of resuming jurisdiction over it, which you in vain attempt to give away.
Then it may be problematical, at least, whether the States of Maryland, and Virginia, will consent to exercise powers, in consequence of this kind of legislative deputation, over a people, not within their territorial limits, and who form no more a portion of the citizens of those States, than of any other section of the Union? Why should they expend their time and money, and encounter those difficulties as your viceroy and mere tenants at will, which you are afraid to encounter yourselves? You might as well vest in Maryland and Virginia, the exclusive right of legislating for Louisiana.
But, Mr. Chairman, I should be glad if the gentleman who proposed the resolutions, and who by the term recession and some kind of magical operation, is to propose a re-annexation of this district to the States from which it has been severed, would inform me precisely what he understands by the term, and what is to be the result of the measure on the rights of the people of the district. I presume however, he expects, by the adoption of these resolutions to reinstate them in all their former rights. Will this be thereby effected? Having been cut off completely by the constitution, the acts of cession on the part of the States, and by the acts of acceptance in 1790, from their parent States, they will be in the same situation as a purchased or conquered people, and entitled to no other rights and privileges but such as their new masters may think proper to concede. They were, before you separated them from their parent States, a part of the sovereignty of those States and their rights secured to them by their respective constitutions.
But it will be said, you may annex a condition to the recession compelling Maryland and Virginia, to re-incorporate them into their respective political systems, with all the immunities and privileges they formerly enjoyed. Even then they are dependent for their rights, not on the constitution of those States respectively, but on compact and legislative promises. But you have already made one legislative promise, which you are about to violate, and where is the security that the legislative promises now to be made will not be violated again, especially as the very act which makes the new one, violates a former one, accompanied with greater solemnity.—Sir, we have had some experience as to the difference between a people who have their rights secured by a constitution, and one who depends for that security, on compact, in the people of Louisiana. By the treaty they were to be incorporated into the Union with all the rights, immunities and privileges of American citizens. We know the latitude of discretion and the various constructions which have prevailed, to deprive these people of the rights stipulated by the treaty. Suppose the States to whom you propose the recession to be made should assume a similar latitude, to whom are these people to apply for redress? They must invoke the aid of Congress, instead of appealing as before to the constitution of the States, as the guarantee of their rights.
But, Mr. Chairman, are the people of the territory unworthy of a moment's consideration, and will their remonstrances against the measure be altogether disregarded? Let us take a retrospective view of the circumstances under which they were seduced from their parent States, and the manner in which they consented to dissolve the civil and political bonds by which they were formerly connected: what induced them to alienate their native allegiance, and with a generous confidence to submit themselves to your authority. First, the constitution held out the pledge and formed the basis of the contract, involving a promise, that if the people, living in the district of Columbia, which should be fixed upon for the seat of government, would give up the rights possessed under the government of the States to which they belonged, they should forever remain under the exclusive jurisdiction of Congress. By the act of Congress, accepting the cession, the territory received is declared to be the place fixed on for the permanent seat of the government, and the States cede forever the jurisdiction of the persons and soil within the same to Congress, for the purpose of exercising therein exclusive legislation. Finally, you assume the government, establish your own systems, and annul those of the States. Confiding in those promises, they gave up the control of their persons, and some of them divided with you their property. They came to you with one consent, and hailed your arrival here as the most fortunate epoch in the annals of their country—and now, will you set them adrift without deigning to listen to their prayers?
But all this is to be done to restore them to their lost liberty; to emancipate them from the shackles of despotism with which they are encumbered, and to elevate them from their degraded condition, to the rank of freemen. These are very pretty theories, but like many other theories on the subject of the abstract rights of man, when pushed to their extent and every thing made to bend to them in order to give them complete effect, are found to be in their practical operation oppressive and unjust. I deny, Sir, that the people of this district are in that deplorable state of slavery, which some theorists imagine.—They are entitled to, and are in the enjoyment of all the rights secured to the people of this country by the various restrictions on the powers of their governors. No man in this territory can be deprived of life, liberty, or property, but through the medium of the judiciary department, operating in the same way, and under the same circumstances as in every other part of the Union. The clause relative to the independence of the judicial power, applies itself to courts here, as well as to any other court of the Union. But if it should not be so considered, since the new doctrine has been established, that the tenure of good behaviour in your judges is no bar to the competency of the legislative power, the people here in this respect, have the same security for the independence of their judges, as their fellow citizens in other parts of the Union. The principal difference between the people of this district, and of the different States is, that they have no immediate and actual representation; but notwithstanding the importance of the right of representation, to a people generally speaking, and however correct may be the general principle, that a people cannot enjoy perfect freedom without it, yet in a place situated as is this district, there is more of theory than of fact, in the assertion that the people who are without it, are in a state of civil and political despotism.
This being the seat of government, where all the representatives of the nation are collected, and who from the responsibility which they owe to their respective constituents and to the whole people of the United States, are under every moral and political tie to do justice, and to protect the rights and interests of the people here. Here every citizen of the district has access to every member, and he may personally communicate his wants, his wishes, and solicit his particular patronage of his interest; and instead of being confined like a district of country in the remote parts of the Union to a single member who may not possess the talents to explain its interests to the legislative body, the citizens of this place may make a selection out of the whole, of the member or members to whom he may choose to consider his application. Like the seat of government in all other
places, without having any actual representation, this district will have more than its equal share of influence and its weight will always be felt more sensibly in the legislative councils of the nation, than the remote parts of the Union. Our theoretical philosophers, however, not only contend, that in order to make these people free and happy, we must force liberty upon them whether they will have it or not, and that even with respect to the convenience or inconvenience, of being governed by this body and the States of Maryland, and Virginia, they are incapable of judging for themselves.
But is there no convenience resulting to them from having all their concerns brought within the narrow limits of ten miles square? Is there no convenience in having their own courts of justice at their very doors, instead of travelling to Richmond and Annapolis? It is an old fashioned idea perhaps, but it is one which very generally prevails, even at the present day, that to bring justice home to every man's door, is a great political and civil blessing; and in this respect, the people of this place enjoy an advantage, which is unknown to any other people in the world.
The great advantages contemplated as likely to result from being represented in the legislature of Maryland, and Virginia, and the powers of self-government which it is supposed may result from the measure, is merely ideal. What weight will the district on the Virginia side of Potomac, have, in the large body of the legislature of that State; when they will only form a part of the county of Fairfax, and have a share in choosing two members to the Assembly? The same question might be asked in relation to the district of country formerly comprehended within the counties of Prince George, and Montgomery, in Maryland: They would be regarded with a jealous eye, a sort of Aliens, who were forced contrary to their remonstrances, to submit to their respective jurisdictions.
But the trouble of governing these people is urged as a serious objection—we certainly have had sundry applications, and some legislation has been necessary to accommodate our laws and political systems to this new situation.—But this has been in a great degree already accomplished; and I believe little more is now necessary to be done: And with respect the imaginary wants which have sometimes constituted the basis of troublesome applications, it is believed there is now prevailing a very general disposition to suppress them in future. This resolution however, proposes to retain the city, and the same objection applies and nearly to the same extent, to its government, as to the whole. The laws of this territory have been enacted; its systems established, and the officers appointed with reference to the whole; and it will require nearly as much legislation to accommodate our laws to the city alone, as will probably be requisite if the whole be retained.—Lastly, I have another objection to these resolutions. Because to go to dismember the plan of the territory which was the favourite child of that illustrious man who may justly be denominated the political father of his country.—This great and patriotic statesman, whose energetic and comprehensive mind viewed things on a grand, liberal, national scale, foresaw the necessity of bringing nearer together, the atlantick and western divisions of his country. He considered this place from the contiguity of its position to the western waters, destined to occupy, at some future day that situation which would render it the great market of western supplies, and which would stand at one end of a great national turnpike connecting the western and atlantick frontiers. He knew full well the local jealousies which will forever exist, and which we know do exist, between places situated like Georgetown, Washington, and Alexandria. He foresaw that these local jealousies, if properly restrained, would by action and re-action which they would produce, operate as a general stimulus to the whole, and thereby become rather an advantage than otherwise to the general prosperity, that by gradual approximation these places would be brought together and form one great whole. This could only be effected by making the general government the common centre around which these rival towns, revolving in their respective orbits, would revolve free from collision. But put them under three different and hostile jurisdictions, three different centres of attraction would be formed; and in revolving around which these hostile bodies might meet each other, and mutual injury ensue. He knew that by restricting the inspection of the produce descending the Potomac, and coming from the west side of the river to Alexandria, Virginia might force all her produce by the city of Washington.—And that by a similar operation on the part of Maryland, all her exports might be stopped at Georgetown.—That the destruction of the city and of all her prospects would be the consequence; and therefore the wisdom of the plan originally adopted; and to support which, free from dismemberment, under whatever pretext, I shall always contribute my exertions. To discourage local jealousy I have always thought desirable, when likely to be carried to a pernicious extent, and have always determined to leave each place to the enjoyment of its own natural advantages. I beg leave to conclude by remarking upon one or two observations of the gentleman from North Carolina, on the constitutional question. He has produced some legislative precedents respecting the transfer of navy-yards, arsenals, &c. If these precedents were in point, having passed sub silentio they ought to have no obligatory force. But I am not aware that Congress has ever done any thing in this respect but to sell the right of soil in places acquired for such purposes, and it still remains a question if they do not retain the jurisdiction if they choose to exercise it.—That gentleman seems to make no distinction between the right of soil and power of legislation over it, though the one may be in one body and the other in another. I do not deny that you may sell all the lots in the city of Washington, either to individuals, States or other bodies politic, but I do deny that you can sell your right of governing it.
The next precedent adduced was the case of the compact with Georgia, and by which we acquired an extensive territory. Perhaps this may be considered as growing out of the treaty making power, and it is not denied that the government may acquire territory and jurisdiction over it, through the medium of the treaty making power.
I trust, Mr. Chairman, I have shown what I intended in the outset of my remarks to establish, that Congress are not competent to effectuate the object of the resolution; that if they could do it, it is not demanded by the general interest, and that it would be unjust and tyrannical as it relates to the people here to make the contemplated transfer.
(To be Continued.)
FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE, Received via Charleston.
LONDON, November 3.
Monsieur, brother to Louis XVIII, accompanied by the Chevalier de Pusegur, and the Abbe de la Tile, returned to town yesterday from Sweden. He arrived at Yarmouth on Thursday, in the Prince of Wales packet, from Gotterburg.—Mr. Spencer Smith, late minister at the court of Wirttemberg, came home in the same packet. We congratulate this gentleman on his escape from the pursuit of Buonaparte's banditti.
It seems by no means improbable, that Buonaparte has had it in his contemplation to seize Mr. Taylor, our minister to the Elector of Hesse; for we find that that gentleman left Cassel suddenly, probably in consequence of some intimation he had received of the tyrant's intention.
Extract of a letter from an officer on board his majesty's sloop Autumn, dated Deal, Nov. 1.
"We arrived here yesterday afternoon, after a short cruise on the opposite shore, during which we spoke several neutrals, that had come out of French ports; they all agree that the late attack at Boulogne had caused a great sensation along the enemy's coast, as they were in constant apprehension of a similar visit at their different ports."
November 9
Yesterday arrived the Hamburg mail due on Wednesday. The Continental intelligence is at present of no great importance. The best understanding, however, is stated to prevail between the two new emperors, if we may believe the last accounts from Vienna. His majesty the emperor, lately did M. Champagny, the French Ambassador, the honour of personally standing sponsor for his son.
At Paris nothing is talked of but the coronation. The war, and its effects and consequences, no longer interest. The arrival of the Pope is more talked of than would be the landing of an English army. It is said, however, that the emperor will pay another visit to Boulogne, before the coronation takes place.
Accounts from Malaga state, that the malady which has proved so fatal to them, begins to decrease. In other parts of Spain the ravages were very great, and it is calculated that at least thirty thousand persons have died of it.
A letter from Copenhagen states a report, that a Russian squadron was again expected there, previous to the setting in of the winter. This is almost the only article in which Russia is mentioned, in connexion with any warlike ideas. Indeed the present advanced period of the year leaves nothing to be done in the north; but the Black Sea remains open.
It appears that the King of Sweden is about to make some military and naval preparations. The Swedish sailors in foreign service have been called home, and not a few of them who were on board British ships have obeyed the summons.
There is hardly a word on the invasion of this country. The subject seems to be forgotten.
Accounts have been received of the arrival of Lord George Leveson Gower at Petersburg, where he has met with a very gracious reception, and has had the honour to dine with his Imperial Majesty.
The treasure and plate on board the Spanish frigates, have been ordered to be landed, and sent to the Bank of England, under the escort of the 4th dragoon guards. The merchandise is also to be landed and warehoused.
A Spanish brig from the Havanna, laden with cochineal, and 10,000. in dollars, detained by the Maidstone frigate, is arrived at Plymouth.
November 10.
It appears that another Spanish frigate has been detained by the Medusa . She was laden with Quick-silver , and bound from Cadiz to Rio de la Plata. This capture, no doubt, was in pursuance of former orders, and does not afford any new ground of judging what turn the dispute with Spain is likely to take.
It is now said that the extraordinary event which has taken place in Spain, is that the Prince of the Asturias, (a title similar to that of our Prince of Wales) the eldest son of the King, and the heir of the Spanish Monarchy, has been imprisoned, and the second son declared the heir. We are altogether at a loss what to make of these stories. They have originated in the ministerial news-papers. A French paper, printed in London, after an affected penguin on Mr. Pitt, contains, at the distance of a few lines, the following:
"A report has been in circulation for these some days past that a Great Personage in Spain has been arrested. The heir of the throne has been mentioned, and, it is added, that, in conjunction with Buonaparte, a person who has great influence at the court of Madrid, intends to give the crown to the King's second son ."
A ministerial paper of yesterday contains a letter on the state of Ireland, from which we are to understand that meetings of the disaffected continue to take place and that the utmost vigilance of government is requisite for the preservation of tranquillity. The publick mind has been so agitated by private letters from Ireland, and the descriptions of its real situation have been so contradictory, that it is impossible for any thinking man to attach credit to the statements which they furnish. At this moment we are absolutely ignorant of the true situation of that part of the United Kingdom, and are forced to content ourselves with such accounts as may suit the purposes of ministers. At one time it is all gloom and anxiety. At another we are encouraged to look to the affairs of Ireland with confidence and security. This trifling with the feelings of the publick is, to say the least of it, extremely indecent, and it is high time that the real state of Ireland should be ascertained, and that the circumstances on which its permanent tranquillity depend, should be thoroughly investigated.
Reports of partial changes in administration have been, for the last day or two, generally circulated in the higher circles. Lord Harrowby, it is said, will retire on account of indisposition, and receive a pension for his services. He will be succeeded by Mr. Canning. What truth there is in these rumours a few days will discover.
It is reported that the French have taken possession of the Islands of the Rhine near Coblenz, and have begun to fortify one of them. This would give France the command of the navigation of the river, and it is said this measure has given offence to Austria.
The Hamburg Correspondent of the 3d of Nov. has the following article under the head Paris, October 27:
"The 5 per cent Consols have risen from 57 to 58 francs, 50 cents. The cause of this rise in the funds is attributed to an expression of the emperor, from which it is inferred, that hopes may be entertained of a general peace! He is reported to have said to some persons about him—"You would, I suppose, be greatly surprised to see an English envoy come to my coronation!" There are, however, at the same time, reports, of a very opposite nature, relative to an immediate expedition against Ireland."
It is again stated that "several meetings of the disaffected have been held in the countries of Carlow and Kildare, since Friday last. Numerous affidavits, asserting this fact, have been sworn before the magistrates in those parts of the country."
It is reported in Dublin that Mr. Tierney is to be the successor of Sir Evan Nepean, as Chief Secretary in Ireland.
On Saturday last a large meeting of the Roman Catholics was held in Dublin, for the purpose of preparing a petition to the Imperial Parliament, on the subject of their emancipation. Lord Fingall was in the chair. The next day Lord Fingall dined with Sir Evan Nepean, and on Tuesday formally acquainted the Irish Administration of the fact.
A letter from Bombay dated the 8th of July, says, "The war with Holkar commenced some time ago, by Col. Monson's detachment taking one of his forts by escalade. The enemy soon found an opportunity of retaliating upon one of his out-posts, which they surprised with a number of cavalry, and cut them to pieces; our party consisted of four hundred sepoys, four officers, and fifty European artillery."
November 13.
Our readers may remember, perhaps, that it was stated in the Hamburg Correspondent , in a letter from Paris, that it had been observed by Buonaparte
at the last levee, at the Tuileries, that perhaps an English minister might be in Paris at the coronation. —This immediately sent the eves droppers to the Stock Exchange, and the funds at Paris are said to have risen on the hopes of peace. If Buonaparte made such an observation, it must have been like "the juggling fiends that palter with us in a double sense." He must have alluded to the probability of Sir George Rumbold being arrested and brought to Paris agreeably to the orders that had been issued. If this was really the case, it was a very malignant and unseasonable piece of irony.
A paper of yesterday contains a report of the seizure of the Russian charge d'affaires at Mentz by a body of French soldiers.—Though nothing can be considered too flagitious for Buonaparte and his agents, this rumour does not rest on the slightest foundation. Indeed such a report could only originate from a conviction that, at the present moment, no story was too absurd to be totally rejected.
A misunderstanding, not unlikely to lead to serious consequences, has taken place between the Porte and the French ambassador at Constantinople. To a remonstrance made by the latter, in pursuance of a report that a part of the Russian garrison at Corfu had been landed in Albania, it was coldly answered that the rumour was unfounded, and that the Grand Seigneur would adhere to his system of neutrality. Buonaparte appears to entertain no common apprehension from the accumulation of the Russian troops in the island of Corfu.
Letters from Holland of the 8th inst. state that no vessels are permitted to sail from any of the ports with the produce of the country, or indeed with freight of any kind. The Batavian government is very strict in detaining all vessels which enter their ports from England. Ships in ballast and passage vessels only are allowed to pass unmolested.
The foreign news inserted in the French papers, and in the Moniteur among the rest, mention the immediate return to Vienna of the Imperial and Royal Envoy to the court of Stockholm, Count Lodron Laterno, and attribute it to the refusal of his Swedish majesty to acknowledge the title of Hereditary Emperor of Austria, assumed by the Chief of the Archducal family. The same intelligence states, that Count Stahremberg, the Imperial ambassador in London, had also instructions to demand from Lord Harrowby, his Britannic majesty's secretary of state for foreign affairs, a categorical answer respecting this acknowledgement on the part of the King of England, and in case he did not receive a satisfactory answer, he was also immediately to quit the court of Great Britain.
Sir George Rumbold, escorted by an aid-de-camp of General Bernadotte, an officer and two gens d'armes, arrived from Nimeguen, at Bois-le-Duc, on the 2d instant, at seven in the evening. After having supped, they proceeded in two carriages for Breda, on their way to Paris, at which city the British minister was, most probably, placed in safe and close custody on the 5th inst.
General Bourmonville, the French ambassador to the court of Madrid, who had come to Paris to behold the coronation, has suddenly set out for Spain, after a long conference with the emperor.
November 14.
All the Imperial German cities are to send deputies to Paris, to the coronation of the Emperor.
Bread upon the continent, at least in France and Germany, was lately 75 per cent cheaper than in England. On the 24th last, a loaf of bread, weighing 4lb. sold at Paris for 14 sous, or seven pence farthing; and at Hamburg, on the 2d instant, bread was only two pence per pound. These prices evince the abundance of corn; and the cheapness of bread is we are assured, still lower in Russia and Sweden.
Wheat. —The entries inwards on Friday and Saturday last, at the custom-house, amounted to 10,190 quarters. There are, we understand, not less than 70,000 quarters in the river.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Schooner Lavetta , Mackenzie, 23 days from Martinique, bound to Alexandria, cargo Sugar, Coffee and Cocoa.
The sloop Cyrus , 23 days from Havanna, for this port, was spoken the 7th inst. in lat. 36, long. 66.
FOR SR. THOMAS—DIRECT,
The American Schooner FANNY & CATHARINE , Captain Mildrum. Will sail in the course of eight days—has good accommodations for passengers. Apply to the Master on board at Whittle's Wharf, or to WILLIAM ROBERTSON, At Mrs. Patterson's, Main-Street.
January 30.
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I intend to leave this State, in a short time. My business, in my absence, will be transacted by Mr. WILLIAM CUTBERT.
RICHARD MEIKLE.
January 30.
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LANDING THIS DAY,
On Newton's Wharf, from Schooner ELIZA , 60 Puncheons fine flavoured Nevis RUM .
For sale by WILSON, CUNNINGHAM & CO.
January 30.
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ALL persons are cautioned against crediting my wife BETSEY WHITFIELD, as I am determined not to pay any debts of her contracting—her late behaviour has been such, as to render it necessary for me to resort to this last, but necessary alternative.
GEORGE WHITFIELD.
Portsmouth, January 30.
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375
FOR RENT,
An excellent strong fire proof WAREHOUSE, on Commerce Street—A. 1/2, a small DWELLING-HOUSE, very pleasantly situated on the lot of the subscriber, on Boust Street.
GOONS RECEIVED ON STORAGE By the Subscriber, on the usual low rates, in his convenient fire proof Warehouse, on Commerce Street.
January 30.
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TO RENT.
THAT excellent DWELLING-HOUSE and GARDEN, lately the residence of Cornelius Calvert, Esq. deceased, with or without the WHARF, and immediate possession given. For terms apply to
J. TUCKER.
January 30.
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THE TRUSTEES of the NORFOLK ACADEMY, are requested to meet at the Norfolk Hotel, on Saturday next, at 12 o'clock.
P. BARRAUD, President.
January 30.
378
ROBERT MAITLAND & CO.
Have moved to their new Fire Proof Warehouse, on Commerce Street, where they have for sale,
Old Lon. Par. Madeira WINE, in Pipes Hogsheads and Quarter Casks.
Holland and Country GIN, in Pipes.
French BRANDY, do.
Loaf SUGAR, per Hogshead.
New-York Prime PORK, &c. &c.
January 30.
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NOTICE.
THE CO-PARTNERSHIP OF FISK & STEARNS, Ceases this day, in consequence of the death of Mr. STEARNS. All those that have claims against the said firm, are requested to present them to the subscriber, the surviving partner, and receive their money. And all those indebted to the said company are requested to come forward for the immediate adjustment of the same, as no indulgence can be given. MARTIN FISK. Who informs his friends and customers, that he has returned to his former stand, where he offers
FOR SALE, 50 Barrels new Beef, Boston Inspection. 20 Hogsheads First Quality Sugar. 20 do. Second do. do. Loaf Sugar, in hds. and bds. 12 Pipes Bordeaux Brandy. Madeira, Port, and Malaga, Wines, in pipes and quarter casks. 20 Cases London Porter, 6 doz. each. 20 Chests Hyson, Young-Hyson, and Hyson-Skin Tea— Fresh. 60 Boxes Fresh Chocolate, No. 1 and 2. 50 do. Mould Candles. 50 do. Dips do. 20 do. Spermaceti do. 150 do. Brown Soap. 50 do. Cheese, first quality, for family use. 50 Casks do. in good shipping order. 50 Boxes Dixon's best Mustard, 3 dozen each. 6 do. Glass Tumblers. 50 Kegs Butter, for family use. 200 Reams Wrapping Paper. 100 do. Writing do. 150 do. Printing do. 150 Casks Wrought Nails, 4d. 6d. 8d. 10d. 12d. 20d. and 24d. 50 do. Cut do. 4d. 6d. 8d. 10d. and 20d. 6 do. Flooring Brads. Tacks of different sizes. 50 Bags of Pimento. 15 do. White Ginger in the Root. 30 lbs. Nutmegs. 10 do. Mace. 40 do. Cinnamon. 50 do. Cloves. 100 do. Spanish Float-Indigo. 10 Casks Refined Salt-Petre. Cotton & Wool Cards in Boxes. 5000 lbs. Copperas. 1000 do. Allum. 500 Bags Patent Shot. 50 Keys F & F London Glazed Powder. 15 M. Gun Flints. 100 Boxes 8 by 10 London Crown Glass, 50 feet each. 50 Belts Oznaburgs. Seine Twine. 50 Kegs London White Lead, ground in Oil. 30 Boxes Tobacco Pipes. Paint and Sweeping Brushes, of all kinds. 100 Sides Soak Leather. 20 dozen Calf Skins, Grain and Waxed. 10 do. Boot Legs, of the best quality. Morocco Skins of all kinds. 1 Trunk of Gentlemen's London made Boots. 1 do. do. do. Shoes. 2 do. Ladies Fancy and White Kid Slips. 20 do. Mens and Womens Leather and Morocco Shoes. 150 Italian Straw Carpets. 100 Small Nova-Scotia Grindstones. ALSO, A few gross Hot Pressed Playing Cards, of a superior quality. Nov. 12. tf 250
FOR SALE, London Particular Madeira Wine, in Pipes, Hds. and Quarter Casks. 50 Pipes real Holland Gin. A few Puncheons Antigua, and Grenada Rum. A few Pipes Spanish, and French Brandy. Brown Sugar in Barrels, Tierces, and Hogsheads. A few Bags Black Pepper. 50 Barrels Northern Beef. 84 do. Virginia do. 200 do. Port, &c. &c. ROBERT GIBSON. January 14. tf 340
FOR SALE—BY THE SUBSCRIBER, 20 Puncheons West-India Rum. 7 do. old Jamaica do. 5 Pipes 4th proof Cognac Brandy. 10 do. Spanish do. 15 do. do. do. 4 Half Pipes, } FINE OLD SICILY WINE. 2 Qr. Casks, } 4 Half Qr. do. } 25 Hogsheads Muscovado Sugars. 20 Qr. Casks Sherry Wine. 15 Pipes Holland Gin. 100 Barrels Superfine, } RICHMOND FLOUR. 78 do. Fine, } A. MACLURE. January 11. tf 334
FRESH RAISINS. A FEW FRAILS OF FRESH RAISINS AND FIGS. For Sale by MARTIN FISK. January 11. tf 336
The Subscriber intending to carry on the LUMBER BUSINESS extensively in all its various branches, has taken into partnership with him Mr. RICHARD J. COX. No pains will be spared to give general satisfaction, in which it is hoped they will be able to succeed, being provided with hands and lighters for the purpose of delivering lumber along side of vessels in any part of the harbour. This part of the business will be conducted under the firm of RICHARD J. COX & CO. The subscriber carries on his other business as usual, storage on the lowest terms. JOHN COX. January 7. 1m 327
WE HAVE FOR SALE, 1,000 Barrels TURPENTINE. 1,000 do. TAR. 100,000 Red and White Oak Hhd. STAVES—and 8 Pipes of BRANDY. Gilliat & Mackinder. November 5. tf 222
NORFOLK DRAW-BRIDGE COMPANY, JANUARY 14th, 1805. THE Directors have this day declared a Dividend of five per cent, on the Capital Stock, for the half year, which will be payable to the Stockholders, or their legal representatives, after the 14th February next. 350 WILLIAM CAMMACK, Treasurer.
WANTED IMMEDIATELY, A WET NURSE, To whom liberal wages will be given.—Apply at the Office to the Public Ledger. January 4. tf 236
FOR SALE, By the Subscriber at Gosport, a parcel of choice JAMAICA RUM, Just arrived in the George. John Cox. December 19 1m 204
FOR SALE—A BARGAIN. THE SUBSCRIBER, WISHING TO DECLINE THE RETAIL BUSINESS, OFFERS FOR SALE, HIS WHOLE STOCK IN TRADE, AMOUNTING TO ABOUT $20,000. CONSISTING OF DRY GOODS, Cutlery, Hardware, Cappings, Nails of all sizes, and a number of other articles.—The whole will be sold on very low terms, and a liberal credit will be allowed, on bond with approved security.—Also, the balance of the lease of his Store, equal to any stand in Norfolk, if required. Property in the Borough of Norfolk, or Lands in the neighbouring counties, Publick Securities, &c. will be taken in exchange. For further particulars, apply to James Tucker.
WHO HAS FOR SALE, ON VERY LOW TERMS, A VALUABLE TRACT OF LAND, on the South Branch of the Potomac. August 23. tf
JUST LANDED, From the Brig ANN MARIA, William B. SUGGS, Master, from MADEIRA, A PARCEL OF CHOICE WINES, Put up by the House of OLIVEIRA, viz. 5 Pipes Brazil Madeira, 6 years old. Assorted in pipes, hds. and quarter casks, the greater part being at for immediate use. 5 do. do. 4 do. 20 do. London Particular, 3 do. 20 do. do. Vintage 1803. 10 do. London Market, do. ON HAND ALSO, MADEIRA WINE, of a former importation. 40 Pipes Holland Gin. 50 Puncheons Antigua Rum. 200 Gin Casks. 150 Jugs, and 24 Casks Dutch Linseed Oil. 4 Boxes assorted Dutch Paper. 1 do. Quills. 1000 lbs. Sheathing Paper. 20 Casks assorted Nails. 75 Barrels Ship Bread. 20 Hogsheads Petersburg New Tobacco. 700 Barrels Turpentine. 50 do. Rosin. 200 Gallons Spirits Turpentine. 44 Barrels Cargo and Mess Pork. 20 do. New York Prime Beef. The whole will be sold very low, and on long credit, by Donaldson, Thorburn & Co. WHO DAILY LOOK FOR 100 Puncheons Windward Island Rum. AND WILL SELL BILLS ON LONDON, PHILADELPHIA, AND NEW-YORK. January 2. ep1m 319*
INSURANCE AGAINST FIRE.
Phenix Fire Office, London, May 1, 1804. THE numerous and destructive Fires which have happened within the period of the two last years, in different parts of Europe and America, (more particularly in the towns of Liverpool in England, Gothenburg in Sweden, and Norfolk in Virginia,) render it proper to remind all persons who possess property in the United States of America, of the utility of insurance. The Phoenix Office of London, is an institution sufficiently known by the very large and important losses it has paid, in consequence of the extensive conflagrations in the cities and towns of America to such sufferers as have had the prudence to protect their property, by insurance.—The Phoenix Company deeply regret that, owing to the experience of serious and continued losses, upon the buildings and stores in the timber towns, no alteration nor remission on such risks can be made at present—but the Directors hope, from the increase brick and stone buildings, and other improvements of security, that the period is not far distant, when they will be able generally, to mitigate the rates of insurance in North America; and they confidently presume that the promptitude and honour with which they have uniformly fulfilled their extensive engagements, have unequivocally established the solidity, credit and good faith, of the Company. The Phoenix Company grant insurances upon buildings, goods, and ships whilst in dock or in harbour, from loss or damage by fire, upon the most moderate and equitable terms; and persons desirous of securing their property by policies from this company, are requested to transmit their orders to their correspondents in Great Britain. July 31. 48
FOR SALE, 86 Tierces, 20 half tierces RICE, 30 Bales Upland COTTON, and 50 Hogsheads, 1 tierce MOLASSES, which will be landed to-morrow on Myers's wharf, from on board the schooner UNION, capt. Baker, from Charleston. ALSO IN STORE, 20 Puncheons 3d proof Antigua RUM, of fine flavour. EDWARD JOHNSTON. Who wishes to purchase, A few Shares in the Virginia Bank, and to sell one Dismal Swamp Canal Share. January 7. 6t 328
JUST RECEIVED,
By the ship Roba & Petsey, Capt. Richardson, from London, and for sale by the Subscriber, A LARGE SUPPLY OF DRUGS AND MEDICINES, of all kinds. Patent Medicines, Perfumery, &c. &c. Also received by the ship Almira, Capt. Stover, A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, Consisting of Amputating, Trepanning, Cupping, midwifery, Tooth of different sorts, Crown and Common Lancets, and Surgical Pocket Instruments &c. &c.
HARDHAM'S SNUFF, No. 9. Also, by the ship Olive Branch, Capt. Le Breton from Bristol, A LARGE & EXTENSIVE ASSORTMENT OF
GLASS & FURNITURE,
For Apothecary's and Practitioner's Shops. Those who favour us with their orders will be supplied on the most reasonable terms, and the articles of the best and freshest quality, as our importations are regularly twice a year, and laid in with cash, from the most respectable Druggists in London. MEDICINE CHESTS made up as usual. Also, a few elegant Mahogany Chests of the newest construction, with furniture complete, PERRY'S ANTI-BILLIOUS PILLS. Frederick Heermann & Son. July 17. 2w 12m. 1
LANDING THIS DAY From the Schooner Susan, from Jamaica, on New-York's Wharf, Fifty Three Puncheons RUM. For sale by Moses Myers. December 19. tf 296
LIVERPOOL SALT. QUEEN'S WARE, in Crates well assorted. DUFFIL BLANKETS, in small Bales. 10 and 20d. Flat Pointed NAILS, in Casks—and LIVERPOOL COAL. If taken from along side the ship Jane, Capt. Colley, will be sold low. Apply to William Pennock.
WHO OFFERS FOR SALE, 114 Puncheons Jamaica RUM. Imported in the Sarah, Capt. Herbert. October 25. tf 187
TO LEASE OR RENT, For a term of years, THAT valuable House lately the residence of Mr. Cornelius Calvert, deceased—together with the WHARF, which has been extended out into deep water, so that any burthen may lie at it—with WAREHOUSES, &c. For terms apply to James Tucker. November 23. tf 258
FOR SALE, SUPERFINE AND FINE FLOUR, and CROSS-MIDLINGS, by Thomas Ritson. Church-Street, October 27. tf 104
LIVERPOOL SALT. The Cargo of the Brig Catharine, now lying at Newton's Wharf, for sale by Moses Myers. December 19. tf 297 13,000 Barrels fine May SALT—a Boat. 150,000 Weight of Muscovado SUGAR. 340 Pipes of 4th proof Spanish BRANDY. 50 do. Valencia WINE. 10 do. Cognac BRANDY. 180 do. Bell Holland GIN. 100 Casks do. do. 1,000 Empty GIN CASES. 40 Hogsheads, } CLARET, Choice Quality. 20 Casks, } 20 Pipes, } London Particular Madeira WINE. 10 Hogsheads, } 10 Qr. Casks, } 200 Pieces Russia SHEETING. 260 do. Ravens DUCK. 75 do. Holland do. 100 Barrels Boston BEEF. 50 do. PORK For sale on reasonable terms, and long credit by Moses Myers. November 26. tf 259
COW-POX.
THOSE persons who wish to avoid catching the Small-Pox which now exists in this Borough, are informed that the subscriber has again succeeded in introducing the Vaccine Infection, and that he now has several arms to inoculate with. * He has returned to his old shop at the lower end of the new market. George Balfour.
An APPRENTICE wanted. Nov. 16. tf 326
NOW LANDING From on board the Brig Maria, Robert Hutton, master, from Born demax, 30 Pipes Old COGNAC BRANDY, fit for immediate use. 211 Hds. CLARET, fit for the West India Market. 100 Casks do. do. 50 do. Vin de Grave. 500 DEMIJOHNS. 24 Tanks of Silk Stockings, Silk and Kid Gloves and Fans For sale by William Pennock. Sept. 1 tf 110
FOUND, By a Negro Boy in the Street, A Fifty Dollar BANK NOTE, The owner by describing the same, may have it again by paying the expence of this advertisement, on application at this office. Jan. 2. 324
The Norfolk Draw-Bridge Company,
(For completing the Bridge across the Southern Branch) Will further contract for the following pieces of Timber, to wit, 24 Piles 38 feet long, 12 by 12 48 do. 46 do. do. 40 do. 56 do. do. 42 Cap Pieces, 34 do. 12 by 14 200 Braces, 11 do. 6 by 14 180 Joists or String Pieces, 27 do. 8 by 9 360 do. 27 do. 4 by 14 118 do. 53 do. 4 by 14 1000 Running feet of Railing, 27 ft. lengths, 4 by 6 17500 Superficial feet of 3 3/4 inch plank, in 30 do. The whole of the above Timber must be of the best heart pine, and deliverable between the first of February, and last of March next. They likewise wish to hire by the month, three or four pair of good Sawyers, for which liberal wages will be allowed—or they will contract by the hundred feet for Sawing up into Plank and Scantling, the Timber now in their yard, to the extent of, perhaps, 20 to 25,000 feet of line. The Stockholders in this Company, are respectfully reminded, that the second Monday in January annually, is appointed by their Charter, for the Election of Directors.—The meeting for this purpose, the year first ensuing, will be held at the Norfolk Hotel, at 11 o'clock on that day. December 31. tf 315
COLOGNE MILL-STONES.
THE SUBSCRIBERS HAVE COLOGNE MILL-STONES, of all dimensions, from Hand-Mill-Stones of 22 inches, to those of 4 feet 8 inches, of the best quality.—ALSO, BAR and ROD IRON, and STEEL, of all kinds. Jesse Hollingsworth & Son. Baltimore Aug. 15. tf 77
HARDHAM'S SNUFF, No. 9.
Also, by the ship Olive Branch, Capt. Le Breton from Bristol, A LARGE & EXTENSIVE ASSORTMENT OF
GLASS & FURNITURE,
For Apothecary's and Practitioner's Shops. Those who favour us with their orders will be supplied on the most reasonable terms, and the articles of the best and freshest quality, as our importations are regularly twice a year, and laid in with cash, from the most respectable Druggists in London. MEDICINE CHESTS made up as usual. Also, a few elegant Mahogany Chests of the newest construction, with furniture complete, PERRY'S ANTI-BILLIOUS PILLS. Frederick Heermann & Son. July 17. 2w 12m. 1
JOHN C. NIEMEYER, Has received in addition to his former assortment of GERMAN GOODS, 45 packages German Linens, &c. chiefly entitled to drawback, Counting of Platillas, brown Hollands, Britanias, Sheeting, extra fine 1 1-8 yard wide, Dowias and Creas of the best quality, Shirt linen, Diapers, Bed Ticking for Mattresses, Bed Bunts fine 1 1-4 to 2 yards wide, Tickenburgs, Oznaburgs, Brown Hempens Housings, Brown and White Rolls, Russia Sheeting and light Canvas. ALSO, Velvet Ribbons no. 2 to 150, Plush for Saddlers, black Satin for waistcoats, Brussels Lace 4 to 20 dols. per yard, cheap Edgings, German Nuns-Thread, patent Needles, India sewing Silk, Made Shirts, Thread Stockings very fine, Razors, Spectacles, and Penknives, of the very first qualities, Chas. Jewelry, fine Scissors, Knives and Knappits of Martin Skins, 15 Boxes Tumblers, Decanters, Wine Glasses, and Basket Flasks, &c. 3 Pines English Mustard Bales-Cloths, Blankets, Coatings, &c. Androns, Waifflon, Coffee mills, Bird cages, and Seeds of all kinds, Table matts, & Straw plates, Suspenders of the best kind, Violins, Flutes, Clarinets and Fifes, Harp strings and Violin strings, elegant Bow and Instruction books Looking Glasses, a large assortment of Baskets, fine and common do. do. Toys cheap by the quantity. ALSO, 90 boxes that quality Havana Sugars, 50 do. good quality St. Jago do. 140 do. Short Pipes, 200 lbs. Shoe Thread, 2000 Coffee bags good quality, 400 Gunny do. 200 M. com cheap Needles, 60 M. Toy needles, 1 case superiour Quilts, &c. I will sell the above Goods low for cash or approved bills, or in barter for Coffee, and will take in payment One Hundred Hogsheads good Tobacco STEMS.—Apply as above. December 5 tf 273
ANTIGUA RUM.
THIS DAY, Will be Landed, on our Wharf, from on board the Schooner General Poinsett, Captain Barry, 86 Puncheons Antigua RUM. Which will be sold on moderate terms, for Cash or approved Notes. C. G. F. Whittle. October 32. tf 189
LEVIN DORSEY;
At the corner of Fayette and Wide-Water-Streets, Town-Point ADAM'S Patent Globes, 12 inches diameter, with cones in the bottom, very complete. Quadrants, black and red ebony, with single and double observation. Ditto—octant tangent screws, 12 inches. Achromatic Telescopes, for night and day observations, on the latest and most improved construction, in a portable size, with sliding sun-shade. Telescopes, of the common kind, for night and day observations, or for day only, of every description. Circumferents, of the best qualities. Mariner's Compasses, in brass and wood. Pocket Compasses, in brass, of different sizes. Time-Glasses—hour, half hour, 28, and 14 seconds. Gunter's Scales; Brass Dividers; &c. &c. Like the following Articles, FOR THE USE OF NAVIGATORS. Hamilton Moore's Epitome and Abilant. General Charts of the Coast of America, from Boston to Philadelphia. Ditto—Continued, with directions. Ditto—West-Indies, and Demerary, with directions. Ditto—Windward Islands, with do. Ditto—Gulph of Florida, with do. Ditto—Windward Passage, with do. West-India Pilots, with directions. ALSO, A few tons of Baltimore Bar-Iron, afforded, by the ton or less quantity—Composition Bolts and Spikes—Boat-hauls—Carriage wheel boxes, of all sizes—all which he will warrant good. N. B. All kinds of MATHEMATICAL INSTRUMENTS repaired, at the shortest notice. Orders for every species of Brass Castings received and immediately executed at his foundry, and the work delivered as above. August 7. tf 58
FOR SALE,
12 Puncheons ANTIGUA RUM. 15 do. GRANADA do. 5 Pipes HOLLAND GIN. 20 do. COUNTRY do. 12 do. FRENCH BRANDY. 2 do. ALCANT do. 22 Qr. Casks SHERRY WINE. 10 do. MALAGA do. PORT and CLARET WINE, in casks & bottles. 6 Barrels PORK—and about 1000 Dozen PORTER, of my lad winters flock, equal to any imported. Joseph Hayes. August 24. tf 96
FOR SALE,
ONE OR MORE OF THOSE FIRE-PROOF WAREHOUSES, Lately built by the Subscriber on Maxwell's Wharf. The goodness of the materials, the fidelity of the workmanship, and the pains which have been taken to secure them against fire from without, must render them an object to the Commission interest. The wharf has been newly repaired, and is in excellent order. The Warehouses are at present rented to merchants of the first respectability, for one year. For terms enquire of the subscriber. J. K. READ. December 14. tf 281
OILS, PAINTS & WINDOW GLASS,
Of all kinds, colours, and sizes. For sale by N. Gregory, opposite the Market. An ASSISTANT wanted—also, an active YOUTH to be employed in the store.—Liberal wages will be given to TWO ABLE HANDS, to turn a Paint-Mill. July 8. tf 3
New-York Superfine FLOUR,
727 Barrels, 48 Half do.—for Sale by MOSES MYERS. January 16. tf 248
SUBSCRIPTIONS
Will be received at the Office of the Ledger, FOR THE MONTHLY REGISTER AND REVIEW OF THE UNITED STATES, to be published at Charleston, S. C. By S. CULLEN CARPENT'R. R. Price Six Dollars per annum, payable half yearly in advance. August 14.
NORFOLK:
PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY J. COWPER AND G. L. GRAY. OPPOSITE THE EXCHANGE COFFEE-HOUSE Price Five Dollars and Fifty Cents yearly, in advance