Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1806-01-31 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND PUBLICK LEDGER.
VOL. II.]
FRIDAY EVENING, JANUARY 31 1806.
[NO. 85.
WHOLESALE PRICE-CURRENT
NORFOLK, FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 1806.
Table with columns: ARTICLES, per, From, To, Remarks. Lists prices for various goods like Bacon, Beef, Brandy, Bread, Butter, Candles, Coal, Cocoa, Coffee, Cordage, Cotton, Duck, Flour, Fish, Fustick, Gin, Grain, Hemp, Hides, Indigo, Iron, Logwood, Lead, Meal, Mahogany, Molasses, Peas, Pepper, Pimento, Pork, Raisins, Rice, Rum, Salt, Soap, Sugar, Shingles, Staves, Tar, Tobacco, Tallow, Turpentine, Wax, Wines.
Premiums of Insurance on American Property. To Great-Britain, Ireland, Portugal, and Spain, without the Straights of Gibraltar. 4 1-2 5. France, Holland, Bremen, and Embden, 4 5. In the Mediterranean, - - - - - 5 6. Madeira, Canaries, Azores, and Cape de Verd Islands, - - - - - 4 4 1-2. British and Neutral Windward Islands from Barbadoes to St. Thomas - - - - - 5. Jamaica and Honduras - - - - - 12 1-2. Porto Rico, - - - - - 6. Havana, - - - - - 4 1-2 5. Cape-Francois, (unarmed) - - - - - cannot be insured. Ports in the Bite of Leogane, - - - - - insured. Ports on the South side of St. Domingo, - - - - - insured. Persia, India, and China, - - - - - 5 5 1-2. Coasters, - - - - - 2 2 1-2.
Prices of Stocks. Virginia Bank, 4 per cent. under par. Norfolk Marine Insurance Company, 10 per cent discount. United States Bank, none in the market. Exchange on London, 426 2-3 dollars for 100L Ster-ling.
THIS PAPER IS PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A WEEK; PRICE TO SUBSCRIBERS FIVE DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS PER ANNUM, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE—SINGLE PAPER TWELVE AND ONE HALF CENTS—ADVERTISEMENTS ARE INSERTED AT THE RATE OF FIFTY CENTS FOR THE FIRST, AND TWENTY-FIVE CENTS PER SQUARE FOR EACH SUCCEEDING INSERTION.
FOR NEW-YORK, The Ship NANKING, Will sail in six days—Freight will be taken on moderate terms—Apply to Phinchas Dana & Co. January 20 tf 444
FOR FREIGHT, The Schooner UNION, Burthen 90 tons, Benjamin Buck, Master—A freight for the West-Indies will be preferred—For terms apply to Martin Fisk.
Who has for Sale, 20 casks choice pickled Cucumbers, 50 kegs No 1 BUTTER, for family use. January 20 tf 443
FOR LIVERPOOL, The Brig COMMERCE, John Price, Master, Will sail in ten days, and can take 40 or 50 hhds. on freight, if immediate application be made to Moses Myers. January 17. tf 438
FOR BOSTON, The Sch'r LAURANY, Capt. HICKERSON, will sail in 4 or 5 days. For freight or passage apply to Martin Fisk.
Who has This Day landing from said Vessel, 70 Barrels No. 2, BEEF, 50 do. 1, do. 30 Half do. 1, do. 30 Barrels MACKAREL, 40 do. N. E. RUM, 50 Boxes FRESH CHOCOLATE, 100 do. Mould CANDLES, 100 do. Brown SOAP, 20 do. Spermaceti CANDLES, Fresh Hyson and Young Hyson TEA, And a small invoice of SHOES, SOAL. LEATHER, CALF SKINS, and BOOT LEGS. In Store, 10 Hogsheads choice Antigua RUM. Jan. 13. tf 422
FOR CHARTER, The Schooner LIBERTY, Joshua Bangs, Master, An excellent vessel, will carry about 1200 barrels—For terms, apply to the master on board, or to Moses Myers. January 8. tf 423
FOR A PORT IN FRANCE, The fine, newly coppered, fast sailing SHIP HIGHLAND MARY, Will take freight to amount of 200 hogsheads Tobacco on liberty; will be ready in a few days—Apply to Mr. PETER GORDON, or to Geo. Murray, & Co. January 8. tf 419
For Sale, Freight, or Charter, The complete and fast sailing Brig MERCHANT, 178 tons, or 1400 barrels, JOHN PIKE, master, in complete order for the reception of a cargo. For terms apply to Martin Fisk.
Who wants a FREIGHT also for the Schooner ELIZABETH, B. Joy, Master, 650 barrels burthen. Apply as above. January 6. tf 408
FOR CHARTER, The Brig HARRIOT, Robert Leech, Master, Apply to Phinchas Dana & Co.
Who have received per said Brig, 7 hogsheads N. E. RUM, 17 barrels do. SUGAR, 9 do. BEEF, 12 do. BEEF, 10 casks RAISINS, 1 hhd. MOLASSES, 9 quintals FISH, 2 bbls MACKAREL, 5000 BRICKS. January 3. tf 403
The fine new fast sailing Schooner FAME, Wm. Warnott, master, burthen about 700 barrels, now in complete order for the reception of a cargo—will take a freight to the West-Indies if applied for in a few days. Apply to the master on board, or to D. R. Waddey, & Co. Dec. 30. tf 387
THE SLOOP GEORGE, Russell Towler, Master, burthen about 400 barrels, wants a freight to Charleston, S. C. or Savannah. Apply to the master, or D. R. Waddey, & Co. Dec. 30. tf 388
For Sale, Freight, or Charter, The American BRIG THOMAS, A. HANNAH, Master, burthen about 1300 barrels Flour. For terms apply to Robert Gibson. Dec. 30. tf 390
For Freight or Charter, The good Ship Amiable Antoniette, John Williams master, now in complete order to receive a cargo—A port in France will be preferred. Apply to the master on board, or to William Hartshorne, Jun. Dec. 30. tf 391
Wanted to Charter, A SHIP, of about 300 hogsheads burthen, to load for Falmouth and a Market.
Also, A VESSEL, of about 1000 barrels, to load for Madeira.—Apply to Robert Maitland, & Co. Jan. 27. tf 464
FOR SALE ON VERY LIBERAL TERMS, The good Brig COMMERCE, Burthen 1100 barrels.—Apply to William Hartshorne, Jr. Who offers for Sale,
SHERRY, MALAGA, TENERIFFE, particular LOAF SUGAR, CLARET in hhds. and boxes, FIGS in frails, Alexandria CRACKERS. January 24. tf 462
FOR CHARTER, The Schooner LAURA, Captain Burgen—99 tons burthen, eighteen months old, in complete order for the reception of a cargo—A freight to Portugal or to the West Indies will be preferred—For terms, apply to the Captain on board, or Richard Blow. Who has for Sale, 2000 best twilled SACK-BAGS. Jan. 23. tf 459
FOR SALE, On board the Ship Julia, Capt. Vickery, from Liverpool, 10,000 Bushels SALT.
For Charter, to a Port in France, The Ship JULIA, Capt. Vickery—burthen 364 hogsheads, in complete order, and will be ready to receive a cargo in twenty days.
The Ship PORTLAND, Capt. CALLENDER, is also offered for Charter to a Port in France; she will carry 315 hogsheads, and is now ready to receive a cargo. Apply to C. & F. Whittle. Who have for Sale, 100 Bales Upland COTTON, of a good quality. December 2. tf 314
FOR SALE, A few Thousand Bushels St. Ubes SALT, a float. A small invoice about 250L. worth of HARDWARE, Consisting of 8d, 10d, and 20d, Nails, Spikes, Locks, Hinges, &c. Some Old London Particular MADEIRA WINE, Oliveira's Brand, warranted genuine, in pipes, hhds. and qr. casks. 8 hhds. choice MOLASSES. First quality SUGAR in barrels. Old Peach and Apple BRANDY in barrels. N. E. RUM—COFFEE in bags. &c. The whole of which will be sold low for short payments. Francis Smith. Who has received by the Mahala from New-York, 5 pipes old 4th proof Cognac BRANDY. January 27. tf 465
SWEDES IRON. A few tons just received by schooner Mokawk, from Copenhagen, for Sale by Moses Myers. Jan. 22. tf 454
Norfolk Drawbridge. THE President and Directors of the Norfolk Drawbridge Company, have This Day declared a Dividend of Seventy Cents on each Share in the Capital Stock of the said Bridge, equal to three and half per cent. for the half year, which will be paid after the 12th February, on application to William Cammack, Treasurer. Jan. 22. tf 455
ST. UBES SALT. The CARGO of the Swedish Ship Princess Wilhelmina, consisting of about 14,000 bushels St. Ubes SALT, of an excellent quality—For sale on liberal terms if taken a float. Apply to Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co. Jan. 22. tf 456
Just arrived, and will be landed at Campbell and Wheelers' wharf, out of the British brig Mary, from St. Vincent, 40 Hogsheads Prime SUGARS, and a few puncheons RUM—to be sold on liberal terms by Robert Dickson. Jan. 22. tf 457
FRANCIS SMITH, Has opened his Vendue and Commission Office at the Store lately occupied by Messrs. Bowman and Walker, No. 43, Main-Street. Jan. 20. tf 451
If George William Clarke who left England for this Country in July, 1802, is living, he will hear of something to his advantage on application at this office. Norfolk, Jan. 15. tf 435
Wanted to Purchase or Hire, A smart active Negro MAN, From 20 to 23 years of age. Apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. Jan. 10. tf 426
JUST LANDED, 25 Hogsheads Choice MOLASSES. For Sale by Thos. H. Parker. Jan. 10. tf 426
FOR SALE, The CARGO of the Schooner Elizabeth Margaret, now landing on Mydsen's Wharf, 342 boxes White & Brown Havana Sugars, 28 Hogsheads MOLASSES, 5 do. HONEY.—For terms apply to John Brown. January 6. tf 412
This Day landing, and for Sale, about 50,000 wt. Prime Green COFFEE, Imported in the sch'r Wasp, capt. Kemp, from Aug-Cayes. Wilson, Cunningham, & Co. Jan. 29. tf 458
SUGAR AND MOLASSES. Landing on Gibson's Wharf, 19 hhds. and 7 bbls. Prime SUGAR, 21 hogsheads MOLASSES.—For Sale by Phinchas Dana, & Co. Jan. 29. tf 470
FOR RENT, (And possession to be had immediately) A comfortable small TENEMENT, on Smith's Point, neatly fitted up; having two rooms below with two closets in each, and three rooms above, a new double storied Brick Kitchen, and other requisite out buildings. A spacious Garden and large front Yard are attached to this Tenement. P. Barraud. Jan. 29. tf 466
Ten Dollars Reward. RUN-AWAY on the night of the 27th inst. a Mulatto Boy, named CHARLES, about 15 or 16 years old, had on green plain jacket and trousers, the latter patched on the knees with blue; he has an innocent down cast look—I do expect he is in Norfolk, as he crossed the ferry the night he went off—All persons are forewarned from harbouring or carrying him off—The above reward will be paid on delivery of him to me, or if confined in jail so that I get him. John Davis. Jan. 29. tf 417
Ten Dollars Reward. STOP DESERTER.—Deserted from the brig Merchant on the 12th inst. two SAILORS, viz. John San, a Dean or Swede, dark complexion, 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, stout built, and one hair—Also, James Wilson, an American, about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, slim built, and short hair.—Whoever will deliver them to the jail in this Borough, shall receive the above reward, by applying to Martin Fisk. Jan. 29. tf 469
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY, ON TOWN POINT, A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street.
THE Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skilful workmen. He has on hand a constant supply of
Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, viz. 10d, 12d, 20d, Nails, 8d per lb. 8d, do. 9d per lb. Sheathing do. 7 1-2d per lb. 6d, do. 10d per lb. 4d, do. 3d per M. 3d, do. 2d 7 1-2d do. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, Brads, 8d per M. 6d, do. 4s 6d per M. 4d, do. 3s 6d per M. 3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. 2d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED! LEVIN DORSEY. March 18. 503
TO RENT, (And immediate possession given,) A Convenient Dwelling House, near the Presbyterian Church, lately occupied by Thomas Newton, jun. Esq. It is in a pleasant part of the town, has a large garden and necessary out-houses, and a good well of water. For terms apply to John Brown, Marsden's Wharf. November 13. tf 275
NOTICE. WHEREAS a certain JOHN BARRIE, of Hampton, in the county of Elizabeth City has now in his possession certain NEGROES by the names of Esther and Childs, Clary, Rose, Harry, Cary, Edmund, Phebe, and Jude, which he illegally detains contrary to the last will and testament of Isaac Hawes, of the county of Essex—And whereas the legal process of law is resorted to in order to ascertain his right therein, I do hereby (as Guardian to MARY WALLER BARRIE, who I contend is the legal Heir of said Hawes,) forewarn the said John Barrie from selling, or otherwise disposing of the said Slaves—And I do further forewarn all persons from purchasing them, or any part thereof—All masters of vessels and others are also forewarned from transporting, conveying away, or secreting any of the said Slaves, under the penalty of the law, which will be strictly enforced by WM. WALLER, Guardian. Hampton, Dec. 5. tf 334
To be Leased, For one or six years, and possession to be had on the first of January next. A Commodious BRICK HOUSE on Smith's Point, now occupied by Mr. Harris—all convenient offices, and a good garden are annexed to this tenement—For the accommodation of a tenant, an adjoining lot may be had. P. Barraud. November 18. tf 288
NOTICE. All persons having claims against the Estate of ROBERT REINS, deceased, are requested to bring them forward properly attested, that provision may be made for payment. James Callis, Adm'r. Dec. 11. tf 340
THE Subscribers will give orders on TURK'S ISLAND for cargoes of SALT, and receive payment for the same on delivery, by drafts on this place at 60 days sight. James & Thomas Tucker. January 17. tf 439
ADVERTISEMENT. To be Sold, on the first day of February Court next, on the Court-House Ground, for CASH, A TRACT OF LAND, containing about seventy-five acres, more or less, lying on Broad Water road, between Andrew Woodley's Store, and the place of Robert Tynes, dec'd.—Sold under a Deed of Trust executed by Henry and Ridly Applewhaite, to secure the payment of a Bond, dated 5th February, 1802, on demand 21st June, 1802, and payable unto Andrew Woodley, for the sum of seventy-three pounds, fourteen shillings, and two pence half penny.—An undoubted title will be made to the purchaser. Samuel Woodley, Trustee. Isle of Wight, Jan. 13. tf 431

THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
FRIDAY EVENING, JANUARY 31, 1806.
COMMODORE TRUXTUN.
The situation in which this gallant and experienced commander is placed, with respect to his rank in the navy of the United States, is not generally known. Having received some information on this subject, on which we can depend, we shall offer the substance of it to our readers, knowing the interest which the publick feels in whatever regards a commander who has been distinguished by publick and private testimonials of honour and respect.
It has been asserted that the Commodore had resigned his commission in the navy; this we believe is a mistake, or at least it was never so intended on his part. The Commodore, we are well assured, never did return his commission as it is usual when an officer resigns. We are well informed by some of the Commodore's friends, that when he found that a captain could not be allowed him, as had been agreed on, and as was allowed his predecessor in the Mediterranean command, he requested permission to quit the service, meaning the Mediterranean service, and not the service of the navy. We have heard it stated, that some ambiguity in his letter induced the head of the navy department to suppose that his request of permission to quit a particular service, was an intention to quit the service generally.
We believe that the secretary of the navy, understood the words of the Commodore's letter as above stated, but we speak with confidence when we say that such was not his intention. It is rumoured that the Commodore's case is under consideration, and that it is probable he will hold his rank in the service, and be shortly called to command.
We have no advices from Washington, of the progress of Mr. Wright's Bill, or of Dr. Logan's St. Domingo Bill. There are some measures so notoriously wicked, that party zeal itself will not advocate them. Mr. Wright's bill is of that sort, for we never heard it noticed, but in terms of detestation, and by persons of all parties.
It is with pleasure, that we notice the arrival at Washington of the Hon. Mr. Bayard; the talents of this gentleman, will we hope, be employed in exposing and defeating a measure, which would dishonour our councils, if adopted.
Upon the subject of impressment of our seamen, we have received a communication, which we could not publish this day, nor are we certain we shall publish it hereafter, at all events we shall not insert it without our own remarks accompanying it. If the author does not wish it to be inserted upon this condition, he can forbid its insertion.
ROCHEFORT SQUADRON.—By the arrival of the Schooner Eliza Ann, captain Herbert, in 14 days from Guadalupe, we learn that three of the British Cork fleet, prizes to this squadron had arrived at Guadalupe, one had been re-taken. It was further stated, that two seventy-four gun ships, part of this fleet, had arrived at Martinique. It is not stated where the rest of the fleet was. These ships could not have been ever since the 20th November, about which time they were off Teneriffe, in getting to Martinique, it is not improbable that these two ships are part of a fleet seen by captain Southworth on the 17th December, mentioned in our paper of the 22d instant, as steering W. S. W.
THE BRITISH IN SOUTH-AMERICA.—The following copy of a letter from a gentleman in Barbados, dated January 4, to his friend in this place, was handed us this morning:—
"A Portuguese vessel from the Brazils, was spoken with a few days ago, and reported that the expedition under the command of General Sir David Baird, and Sir Home Popham, had taken Buenos Ayres."
The publick have long been in suspense as to the destination of the fleet and army under Admiral Sir Home Popham, and General Sir David Baird, The Cape of Good Hope was generally supposed to be the object of this armament. Should the British make a permanent establishment in this settlement, the political and commercial situation of the world will undergo a considerable change. The force of this expedition was four ships of the line, frigates, &c. and six thousand troops, a force we understand from an intelligent person who was lately at the River La Plata, more than adequate to the reduction of the province of Paraguay.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in Barbados, to his correspondent in this place, dated January 4, 1805.
"Admiral Cochrane arrived yesterday from off Martinique, in the Northumberland, the French fleet expected at Martinique are not yet arrived. All our ships are off that island on the look-out for them.—Ten or twelve sail of the Cork fleet are still missing."
The interesting communications of the Spanish minister in this day's paper, claim serious consideration. We shall offer no remarks on them at present.
We are astonished that any person should for a moment doubt whether the letter of our minister, General Armstrong, about neutrals, Insurances, &c. be genuine. Gentlemen democrats, be assured it is genuine. And though we are not informed whether the Minister has been recalled, yet we can venture to inform the publick, that government has directed that gentleman to unsay much of what he has been too liberal in saying to the French government. They could not recognize a doctrine so preposterous, absurd, and unjust, and we should blush for our country if it were possible to imagine it had a government so lost to every principle of propriety and justice.—Q.
Sir, said a member of Congress to a gentleman who was enquiring what Congress were about—I am not at liberty to say—but I can tell you that Mr.
John Randolph has delivered as federal a speech on the floor of that house as ever came from any man. I rejoice at it with all my heart sir, said the gentleman. It is a good symptom.
Wash. Fed.
William and Mary College Lottery.
ELEVENTH DAY.
Nos. 517, 737, Prizes of 500 Dollars.
Table with 2 columns: Prize Amount, Numbers. Prizes of 15 Dollars. Nos. 16, 79, 547, 211, 399, 2620, 1844, 3166, 5698, 5228, 7547, 6413, 3970, 1775, 5187, 6719, 7338, 1702, 4515, 5061, 3092, 5264, 2074, 2884, 7464, 1982, 5674, 6446, 4005, 1157, 6537, 1406, 6784, 5480.
TWELFTH DAY.
Nos. 51, 7527, Prizes of 500 Dollars.
Table with 2 columns: Prize Amount, Numbers. Prizes of 15 Dollars. Nos. 733, 374, 885, 616, 525, 1446, 7439, 2240, 7720, 7275, 1057, 3546, 4842, 6392, 2400, 4898, 6255, 2463, 6072, 6877, 2254, 3766, 5316, 5314, 6498, 3585, 7790, 3988, 4880, 3925, 7568, 7113.
THIRTEENTH DAY.
Nos. 1750, 2012, Prizes of 500 Dollars.
Table with 2 columns: Prize Amount, Numbers. Prizes of 15 Dollars. Nos. 50, 510, 630, 1670, 2183, 6993, 2774, 1182, 1369, 1226, 3057, 5513, 2227, 6766, 6234, 5235, 6586, 4959, 2200, 5684, 4534, 5001, 3295, 1556, 2347, 1876, 5068, 6289, 3391, 1239, 4961, 1207, 7584, 7506, 2770, 3193, 6752, 6590, 1247, 6580.
FOURTEENTH DAY.
No. 2398, Prize of 500 Dollars.
Table with 2 columns: Prize Amount, Numbers. Prizes of 15 Dollars. Nos. 21, 686, 581, 775, 1654, 5152, 4846, 7885, 2536, 3399, 5062, 2787, 2331, 2565, 2510, 2541, 3077, 2394, 2471, 3465, 4671, 3530, 3123, 1249, 5427, 3662, 7346, 3027, 6827, 3794, 1015, 3186, 2375, 4920, 4911, 2711, 3629, 6998, 4780, 3677.
FROM THE BALTIMORE FEDERAL GAZETTE
A translation from the French of the Marquis de Casa Yrujo's circular, addressed to the different foreign ministers accredited near the United States.
Philadelphia, January 26, 1806.
SIR, The want of correctness which appears to prevail throughout the article, relative to Spain, of the message which the president of the United States sent to congress on the 3d inst. compelled me to transmit on the 6th of said month, to the secretary of state, the note of which I have the honour of inclosing to you a translated copy. The extreme publicity given to said message, as well as to the documents relative to the above-mentioned article, sent to congress some time after, caused me to hope that government, from the ostensible purity of its intentions, would also have published my note, as its publication would have tended to present the affairs in question under their true point of view. I have been waiting in silence for more than forty days in expectation of this act of justice, but I have waited in vain; and as no hopes any longer remain of seeing it verified, I have thought it my duty, sir, to transmit you a copy of this document, for the information of your court, with the object, that whatever may have been the light under which the president of the United States may have thought proper to present the conduct of Spain, it may be known that the king my master, in his political relations with the United States, has always manifested that good faith, so well known, which is the true character of his government, acting towards them always with justice, and very often with generosity.
Accept, sir, the sentiments of high consideration, with which I have the honour to be, your most obedient humble servant, THE MARQUIS DE CASA YRUJO. P.S. I authorise you, sir, to give copies not out of my note, but even of the present letter.
[TRANSLATION.]
Philadelphia, 6th December, 1805.
SIR, The zeal with which I have endeavoured to preserve the harmony and good understanding betwixt Spain and the United States, has caused me to read with particular regret, the article of the president's message, sent to congress the 3d inst. respecting the political relations betwixt the United States and the king my master. As in the exposition to which I allude, there exist in my opinion, several mistakes of a delicate and important tendency, although I render to the president due justice in regard to the motives which may have caused this apparent want of correctness, yet my character imposes on me the task of entering into an examination of some of his assertions, and of demonstrating that either from the want of exact information, or owing to defective translations, they appear in some cases not altogether correct. In the article of the president's message relative to Spain, after mentioning that the negotiations for the settlement of the existing differences had not had a satisfactory issue, he says, "spoliations during the former war for which she had formally acknowledged herself responsible, have been refused to be compensated, but on conditions affecting other claims in no wise connected with them. Yet the same practices are renewed in the present war and are already of great amount." It is very well known that in a state of war, there exists and will probably ever exist, a certain abuse of force, confided to subaltern hands. Even the United States themselves have not been an exception to this general rule, and during the short period of hostilities with France, in the year 1798, notwithstanding no privateers were armed and that their protecting forces consisted only of a small number of frigates, neutrals experienced from them many injuries, well authenticated by the numerous claims on this government by the injured powers, principally on the part of Denmark and Sweden.
Probably there might have existed last war some abuses of this nature, although very rare, on the part of the royal navy of Spain; but the king, my master, animated by the love of justice, which characterises him, authorised his principal secretary of state to sign a convention with the American minister near his person, in which were stipulated reciprocal compensations for the damages and injuries their respective subjects and citizens might have sustained from officers, or individuals of either, contrary to the right and laws of nations. This stipulation, similar to that of the same nature in the treaty of friendship, navigation and limits, concluded in 1795, and scrupulously complied with by my sovereign, would now have had the same effect by the ratification of the convention, had not an article been inserted therein tending to impose on Spain the obligation of a responsibility both detrimental and important in its result, as well as unsupported by reason and justice under the existing circumstances. My court has in a direct manner, as well as through me, repeatedly manifested to the American government its readiness to carry the said stipulations into effect, whenever the article in the same convention relative to the abovementioned responsibility, should either be suppressed or altered in a manner more conformable to justice; and has been so far from refusing to satisfy said compensations on account of other claims in no wise connected with them, that it was precisely because they are connected that the said convention has not been carried into effect, as was and still is the wish of the king my master.
It is true that the two subjects by their nature are not connected with each other in themselves, but it is also true, that this connection is very great, when we consider that an endeavour is made to form out
of these two things, distinct in themselves, component parts of the same whole; thereby, placing the king, my master, under the disagreeable dilemma of either refusing to ratify a stipulation which he conceives to be just, and therefore wishes to fulfil, or else of taking on himself a responsibility, more or less direct, in favour of the United States to which it is well proved they have no right to pretend.
In regard to what concerns the new spoliations I can assure you, sir, few are those that can strictly merit this denomination on the part of Spanish vessels, as many of the captures, which so frequently figure in the American papers, arise either from acts of contraband, or from a want of having on board the documents required by the treaty of 1795, or even from other circumstances which the captains and owners of said prizes will take good care to conceal; besides, on this head, the citizens of the United States would receive that justice which they have already experienced on the same subject in virtue of the treaty of 1795. I cannot but observe, that altho' I had the honour of communicating to you, sir, two months ago, that the strictest injunctions had been given by the king, my master, not to interrupt the navigation of American citizens, when employed in lawful trade, no mention is made by the President of this circumstance, as highly important in its effects towards the American commerce, as it is necessary to demonstrate his just pacific intentions.
Without any view to recrimination, I find it necessary to observe, that although the violations of the rights of neutrals are infinitely more frequent and extensive on the part of England, whose vessels of the royal navy have almost continually blockaded the ports of the United States, and what is more, when this power daily establishes new principles on the rights of neutrals, which in reality, tend to undermine and annihilate them—the name of Great-Britain is no where to be found in the columns of the President's message.
These circumstances in themselves would not authorize any animadversions on my part, were it not for a most essential one which immediately affects the interests of the king my master. I allude to the many thousand American sailors violently forced from the shelter of the flag which ought to protect them, and compelled to fight on board of British ships of war, against the subjects of the king my master. I cannot but call the attention of the government of the U. States towards such a conduct, that in their wisdom, they may adopt the necessary measures to correct an abuse, which at the same time that it violates their neutrality is extremely prejudicial to Spain.
The president adds—"on the Mobile, our commerce passing through that river continues to be obstructed by arbitrary duties and vexatious searches." Although this assertion is not accompanied by any observation whatever, which might cause it to be viewed as a national offence, I must observe, that according to my information, the duties on imports and exports are very moderate, only six per cent.—that every power has a right to regulate as they please these objects within the boundaries of their jurisdiction, and that this exercise of sovereignty is practised by the American government at Fort Stodert; that is, within their lines, without any pretension on the part of Spain to interfere in their regulations. But even admitting it may be troublesome it never surely can be pretended as a national offence.
He afterwards says—"propositions for adjusting amicably the boundaries of Louisiana have not been acceded to." This assertion is not strictly correct; for it is, and always has been, the wish as well as the intention of Spain, to adjust amicably the limits of Louisiana; but however friendly (amicable) may have been her disposition towards it, she cannot sacrifice thereto either the dignity or rights of her crown; so that it was not, as the president supposes, owing to the want of a desire of adjusting amicably, that this business was not concluded; but rather from the nature of the proposals, which were in themselves inadmissible. The paragraph continues—"While the right is unsettled, we have avoided to change the state of things, by taking new posts, or strengthening ourselves in the disputed territories, in the hope that the other would not, by a contrary conduct, oblige us to meet their example, and endanger conflicts of authority, the issue of which may not easily be controuled; but in this hope we have now reason to lessen our confidence."
In truth, I cannot comprehend what the president can call unsettled right; and still less, if he wishes to apply it to that part of W. Florida comprehended within the Mississippi, Iberville, and the river Perdido. The right of this territory cannot be considered as unsettled or doubtful; for independent of that right arising from actual possession and from the treaty of retrocession of Louisiana to France, there is another conclusive circumstance, well known to the American government, which ought and must dissipate every doubt, if any could even exist on the subject. The most distinguished civilians agree, that the true interpreters of a treaty, doubtful in any of its clauses or expressions, are the contracting parties themselves, when this can be obtained. Spain and France, who were the contracting parties in the treaty of retrocession, on which is founded that of sale, of the 30th of April, from whence the pretensions of the American government emanate, have explained it in the manner already known to you, sir; namely that it was not the intention of Spain to cede to France more than she had received from her, as the title and word retrocession made use of therein, clearly imply; and that France never would have pretended or hoped to obtain one inch of land east of the Mississippi, Iberville & the lakes. The true intention of the contracting parties being thus expressly manifested. I shall content myself by copying a single paragraph from Vattel, among many others similar ones which I could produce from other civilians, in support of the rights of the king, my master, on this subject.
In paragraph 274 of "The interpretation of Treaties," Vattel says—"When we manifestly see what is the sense that agrees with the intention of the contracting powers, it is not permitted to turn their words to a contrary meaning. The intention sufficiently known furnishes the true matter of the convention, of what is promised and accepted, demanded and granted. To violate the treaty, is to go contrary to the intention sufficiently manifested, rather than against the terms in which it is conceived; for the terms are nothing without the intention throughout to dictate them." According to this, the position taken by the president, in the said paragraph of his message, that the right (no doubt alluding to the territorial right) was doubtful or unsettled, is inadmissible, and of course all the inferences and consequences he draws from this supposition, fall completely to the ground. Besides, whatever alteration or change might have taken place in the ter-
* NOTE.—It is necessary to remark that the navigation of the Mobile, which appears to furnish the president a motive of complaint, is enjoyed by the Americans, in consequence of a gracious indulgence on the part of Spain; as no right does yet exist, to navigate the waters of that river within the boundaries of Spain, who holds exclusively that right grounded on sovereign possession, on the opinions of the most celebrated civilians, and supported by the very principles established by the American government, through the medium of their attorney-general, Bradford, in the case of the prize Grange, taken on the waters of the Delaware. After this, it is necessary to confess, that the animadversions of the president upon this head are as unjust as they are impolitic.
ritories of his Catholic majesty could never have been as I have had the honour to inform you, sir, but the effects of a new plan of frontiers, which the retrocession of Louisiana would of course render necessary; or else it might proceed from the circumstance of Spain's being engaged in a war with England; but never with a view to disturb the peace and good understanding betwixt Spain and the U. States.
The president continues saying "inroads have recently been made into the territories of Orleans and the Mississippi; our citizens have been seized and their property plundered in the very parts of the former, which had been actually delivered up to Spain, and this by the regular officers and soldiers of that government."
Although I have not on this subject more information than that received through the American newspapers, whose accounts cannot be supposed very impartial, nevertheless supposing them correct in their extent, from those I have read, it is neither proved, nor do I think it possible to believe, that the officers and soldiers of the king, my master, have crossed the American line, to commit within the jurisdiction of the United States, the pretended insults. The first example of these inroads was given by several American citizens, who in August, 1804, penetrated through the territory of Baton Rouge, and aided by the brothers Kempers, and other malcontents of the Spanish side, made an attempt to surprise, and render themselves masters of the fort of Baton Rouge, and actually arrested some magistrates and other persons of note. On this subject I had the honour of speaking and writing to you sir, in due time, but I am hitherto without the least answer. If the seizing of American citizens ("our citizens have been seized") has any reference to the arrest of the Kempers, I must in the first place declare, that according to my late information these Kempers are not American citizens, because when they settled themselves in the Spanish territory, they became subjects of the king, and of course had lost their rights as American citizens? and in the second, that the arrest of these persons, according to a letter from Natchez, of the 8th October last, published in the United States Gazette, of Philadelphia, was effected by negroes, mulattoes and American citizens, who, no doubt, expected some recompense, delivered them within the Spanish lines, from whence it appears, some Spanish soldiers took charge of to conduct them to Baton Rouge. It is true, that it has also been said, that a part of a company of cavalry commanded by a certain captain Jones, had entered another part of the line and had conducted themselves in a violent and improper manner, towards two families; but should this account be true, I can assure you, sir, that the government of the United States shall receive due satisfaction from Spain, the reputation of whose government is too well established, to believe it can in any manner be privy to, or approve of acts, as far beneath its character, as they are useless in their efforts. Incidents of this nature often happen on the frontiers of every country, and they only deserve attention when they receive the sanction of the government of the aggressors, or when in such cases, due satisfaction is refused.
I have gone over, step by step, the article of the president's message, which relates to Spain, and I have endeavoured to present with candour and truth, although in a cursory manner whatever may give correct ideas on its nature and tendency. Having fulfilled this duty incumbent on my situation, permit me to offer you, sir, the sentiments of high consideration, with which I have the honour to be, EL MARQUES DE CASA YRUJO.
JAMES MADISON, Esq.
NINTH CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
TAKEN FOR THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
MONDAY, January 20.
WARLIKE STORES.
General Stanton offered a resolution to the following effect:
Resolved, That the President of the United States be requested to lay before this house a return of all warlike stores, with the condition of the same, and whether fit, or unfit for service, belonging to the United States, and where the same are deposited—enumerating ordinance for garrisons, and for floating Batteries, mortars, howitzers, travelling calibers, ammunition wagons, shot, shells, &c. &
He moved that such resolution be now considered. Ayes 55—Ordered, on motion to lie upon the table.
Mr. Nicholson called for the order of the day, on the bill for making an additional appropriation for the navy of the United States. He said there was but one blank in the bill, for the sum. He moved that $50,000 dollars be inserted. Agreed to in committee of the whole.
Mr. J. C. Smith called for the order of the day, on the bill for the relief of the governor, secretary, and judges of the territory north west of the Ohio; between the 29th Nov. 1802 and the first Tuesday in March 1803.
Mr. Leib, offering an explanation on the subject, the committee of the whole to which it was referred, rose and reported the bill without amendment.
Mr. Olin brought forward a resolution of the house of assembly of Vermont, coinciding with one of North Carolina, respecting a prohibition of importing slaves into the United States. It enjoins the senators and representatives for Vermont to use every legal means to obtain an amendment to the Federal constitution, in order to prevent the same.
DRAWBACKS.
The bill was called for to extend the time of taking the oath and giving bond to obtain drawbacks from ten to twenty days; on which the house went into a committee of the whole.
Mr. Gregg in the chair.
Mr. Leib wished that the petition from Philadelphia on that subject might be read, which was done accordingly.
Mr. Clinton desired that the petition of Isaac Classon of New-York on the same subject might be read, which was done—both these petitions we have given the particulars of in our daily reports.
Mr. Crowninshield, was in favour of extending the time. He said that many of our commercial cities, had been visited with epidemick fevers in the summer. He instanced New-York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Boston, Newburyport, Norfolk, Alexandria, and some towns of less note, where the fever made its appearance, the inhabitants were struck with consternation, and they thought of nothing but immediate flight from the scene of contagion. In such a situation as this, merchants might be debarr'd from giving the bond and taking the oaths required within the limited time. He could see no reason why the time not be extended and the bill pass.
Mr. Macon admitted the reasons given by the last speaker respecting malignant fevers, but he did not think this sufficient for altering the law. He thought it was the duty of the merchant to look after the collector. He was opposed to the bill, on constitutional grounds.
Mr. Sloan, moved to strike out the second section,

and was seconded by Mr. R. Nelson. This section relieves all who have neglected to obtain drawbacks.
Mr. McCreery said, that since this country became independent, it has been discovered, that during the wars of European powers, our commerce could be much extended by allowing to the merchant a drawback on any excess of goods imported by him, on his re-exporting them under certain regulations and stipulations. Government did, therefore, it may be said enter into a contract with a merchant, to grant them drawbacks on a re-shipment, imported beyond our own consumption, and if the documents on the table are referred to, it will be found that these drawbacks, have given many millions annually to our treasury. In 1801, a war year, the sum total paid was twelve millions—in 1802, a peace year, ten millions one hundred and fifty-four thousand five hundred and sixty-four dollars—in 1804, (again a war year) it was twelve millions six hundred and seventy-two thousand three hundred and twenty-three. It is therefore the duty and the interest of government to treat the merchant fairly—indeed it is scarce possible for him to injure the revenue—because our object being only to obtain a duty on what we consume, he cannot deprive us of that, inasmuch as the cloaths we wear, and the sugar and coffee we consume cannot be re-shipped. It would therefore, continued Mr. McCreery, be unfair and ungenerous to take any advantage of the fair merchant and deprive him of his drawback, for any slight neglect or irregularity, that may take place at the custom house, he should therefore vote against the section being struck out.
Mr. Leib hoped the section would stand. He thought the case of our largest commercial towns being subject to contagious fevers would be sufficient to induce this house to extend the time for obtaining drawbacks. When this calamity breaks out, the merchant cannot attend to his concerns, he cannot apply to the custom house frequently within the time allowed by law. Would you then punish him for the act of God? Would you punish your own officer? In such a time as this he will say, I have no time to get the business ready—if the merchant should even venture to call again, he still may have no time—for his time may be taken up in his own preservation. The ten days then expire, and all claim of drawback lost—thus you inflict a punishment on a fair trader for an act which he could not avert.
Mr. Sloan was impressed with the idea that the section which he moved should be struck out, went as far back as seventeen years, and would thereby let in all such as may have a claim for drawback for that time, and thus take the benefit of, perhaps, their own neglect.
Mr. Crowninshield, replied, that the gentleman from New-Jersey was mistaken. The act was passed in the year 1799. It could therefore, under his own observation, only go to six years; for it cannot go beyond that time. Even should this be the case, look at the situation of many who are deprived of drawback? View the case of Mr. Clason of New-York, as reported by the committee? He had shipped for exportation, a large quantity of sugar in boxes—the drawback of which amounted to upwards of fifteen thousand dollars. Before he could get ready for the custom house, to do that which is required by law, the fever broke out in all its horrors in New-York. He had then just done every thing necessary except the last—to take the oath and give the bond. Mr. Clason fled to a distance—the custom house was removed to Greenwich. Mr. Crowninshield adduced other instances, where the ten days might expire, while the merchant was using his endeavours to complete his business. He calls at the custom house—they are busy, and say, call again. He does so, it may be still, call again; and thus the short time slips away, before he is aware of the consequences. He then calls too late. There can be no danger in passing this bill as it stands. It is true, that by the last section, those who have suffered will be entitled to claim under it for six years last past, and ought to have it—he therefore hoped the bill would pass.
Mr. Holland spoke against the bill. He was of opinion that no sufficient reason for extending the time, had been adduced.
Mr. Roger Nelson followed, by observing that as he had seconded the motion for striking out the second section, he found himself bound to give his reasons for doing so. He declared that he was not an enemy to merchants, nor did he wish to take away their drawbacks—but he would not vote for a bill which virtually gives permission to persons who did not do their duty, by making the proper application within the time prescribed by law, when they might have no reasons to allege like those which have been brought forward. They may come en masse , and say we now must have our drawbacks although we did neglect, and although it is now six years since. They may go to the comptrollers, the most arduous office in the general government, and call upon him to decide upon their claim. Mr. Nelson thought the house the best judge in this case—and by the present bill we throw upon his shoulders, which he would not thank us for, these claims for six years past. It will enable people, sometimes to impose upon the public, and it is a favourite maxim here not to legislate on general matters. If therefore we make a general provision, men may come in who are not entitled—he wished every case to stand upon its own bottom, and was unwilling to let in these people upon the comptroller. These are some of the reasons which he gave for voting against the bill.
Mr. Broom then rose and said, that he foresaw the gentleman from New-Jersey (Mr. Sloan) would meet opposition in his motion. After replying to Mr. Nelson's observations, he advocated the passing of the bill. If, said he, the house saw reason to extend the time, why not let those who, may by accident or neglect be deprived of their claim into the benefit of it; for it was their right. The gentleman from Maryland says, the comptroller's place is arduous, and would not thank government for imposing more business upon him. If we fear troubling the comptroller, what must we think of the time of this house?—If he wants an increase of salary give it to him; but do not for this reason suffer this house to be troubled on every trifling occasion. If we cannot meet all cases, let us meet as many as we can. The case before us is, whether an honest merchant shall be stripped by the act of God—nor whether the United States shall be robbed, for here the merchant alone suffers. As congress has established a law by which the merchants are entitled to drawbacks, let us extend it to men who are suffering innocently—they ought not to suffer by any law of the revenue without some fraud being attempted. Of this let the comptroller judge, and if no fraud appears, it is not taking a shilling from government. Mr. Broom for a considerable time longer, advocated the cause of the merchant, and urged the passing of the bill.
Mr. J. C. Smith called for the reading of the 76th and 81st sections of the former bill, in order to show a variation as to the bond and oath. He thought that an oath was necessary before the comptroller, and it was not required in the bill before the house. He said that it was impossible for the house to pass it as it now stands. He therefore wished the committee to rise in order to re-commit the bill for amendment, and which was accordingly done.
Mr. Gregg called for the bill to extend the powers of the surveyor general of Louisiana. He briefly stated, that the object of this bill was to put the citizens there, on the same footing as to their land with those of the territory of Ohio. After some amendments, on the motion of Mr. Parker, the bill was reported there with by the committee of the whole house.
Petition of the inhabitants of Alexandria in the district of Columbia, for a post-office at Occaquon in Virginia.—Referred to the committee of post-offices.
SLAVE TRADE.
At a late hour Mr. Sloan called for the resolution which he had presented some weeks ago, to lay a tax of ten dollars on every slave imported into the United States.
After a considerable debate, it was referred to a committee of the whole house.
Tuesday, January 31.
Judges of the District of Columbia.
Mr. R. Nelson informed the house that he had been told by the judges of this district, that owing to certain inconveniences arising from the manner of framing the law in that case made, they labour under great difficulties, and cannot go through the business of the district—he therefore offered the following resolution.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed, to inquire whether any and what regulations are necessary to be made in the criminal, civil, or equitable jurisdiction of the circuit court of the district of Columbia.
Referred to a committee of five.
Contingent Fund.
Mr. Early said he had to offer a resolution for the purpose of calling upon the secretaries of the treasury—of the state—of the army, and of the navy to render an account to this house at the commencement of every session of congress, a detailed account of the disbursements of the contingent fund. He was not actuated, he said, by the idea of any misapplication of the publick money, but he wished to know how it was applied—for he observed that one fourth was for the contingent fund. He therefore offered a resolution to this effect.
Sketch of the Debate on the resolution for a tax of Slaves, hereafter imported.—In committee of the whole house, Mr. Dawson in the chair.
Mr. Dana having yesterday moved an amendment, by striking out the word "Slaves" and inserting in place thereof, the word "persons," a long debate this day ensued on the said amendment being called for.
Mr. Sloan, began by observing that he did not mean to take up the time of the committee, but the debate having taken so extraordinary a turn, he thought himself called upon to make a few observations. He was surprised at the observations of Mr. Dana, whose speech he called brilliant, &c. He thought it tended to restrain emigrants flying from that tyrannical and arbitrary government, from which that gentleman's ancestors as well as his own, had fled from oppression and persecution, to this wilderness of liberty. Was he afraid that they should overflow the land of Connecticut? I have had the pleasure, continued Mr. Sloan, of taking a journey lately over the Western mountains, and there I saw a plenty of land for emigrants. Let us then receive them with open arms—let us embrace and cherish them—let them fly, unrestrained from the land of oppression to this country of milk and honey—let us open our arms to receive them. He certainly thought the gentleman was not serious, and he fully hoped he would withdraw his motion for the amendment.
Mr. Dana, notwithstanding all the gentleman from New-Jersey has said, and with all his figurative descriptions, I certainly am very unwilling to withdraw my motion.
It is not the tyranny of England—the tyranny of France—or the tyranny of Spain, or any other part of the world—this has little to do with the question before us. It is an affair of revenue. The gentleman with all his great knowledge of this business, must be sensible that there are many persons brought into this country that are not blacks, who are considered to be useful and valuable people. They have to pay their passage by a certain time of servitude, which is a recompense to ship owners, and is of great use to the country. Does the gentleman believe that the words migration and importation are synonymous. Those persons migrating, as such as come to this country of their own will, or are landed under the authority of some person empowered over them for a certain time.
This is very different to a servitude for life. The question before the House is a question of revenue.
Mr. Alston observed, that the southern states had been ever extremely cautious, as to the importation of slaves from the West-Indies, and if the amendment prevails, it lets in every person of colour.
Mr. Fisk moved an amendment by inserting "people of colour."
Mr. Dana to this observed, that this amendment might not easily be defined. Some ingenious & learned men have argued that white is not colour, and that black is not a colour. Mulattoes, Mustees, and such people might be called people of colour.
Mr. Macon said, that many reasons had been offered in this house to show that government was disposed to the abolition of slavery. The state which he represented, North-Carolina wished to give Congress their power to abolish it altogether. They sent their resolutions on this head to the different states, to shew, how much they held this very worst of traffic in abhorrence. The state of S. Carolina was nearly divided in their government. It would be well continued Mr. Macon, to consider whether the money to be raised by a tax on slaves hereafter imported, would be equivalent to our pointing the finger at one particular state. If a state has sinned, had we not better forgive, and hope that she would sin no more. Government has forbid citizens from this traffic from one place to another—this is a commercial regulation. This subject has been considered in different points of view by Congress, and still we remain at a loss. If we lay a duty on a vessel having a cargo to enter of slaves, bound to Wilmington in N. C. or Philadelphia, it would be an equal objection with me. No man regrets the evil, continued Mr. Macon, more than I do—but it is an evil, that the wisest man cannot safely remedy—it is an evil entailed upon us by our forefathers. The great body of the nation are set against it, and their passions are raised whenever it is in discussion.
Mr. R. Nelson hoped the amendment would not prevail, for it will entirely change the subject from the object it is meant to obtain. He was sorry that it had been agitated. He should vote for the resolution as first offered, but not for the amendment. Are we, continued Mr. Nelson, going to exclude white men from coming to our shores, already unable to pay their passage, and to load them with an expense of ten dollars more?—for to this end the amendment goes. He saw no good reasons offered, why the resolution should not stand as first offered. The words are general, it is not, as has been observed, pointing the finger to one particular state. Tho' it may be said that one state only, at the present moment admitted the importation of slaves, yet others might in a few years do so. As to the observation that the revenue arising to government was not to be put in competition with the object, he had heard a saving of his grandfather, that "many a mickle makes a muckle." Thus these ten dollars a head, might in such cases, amount to a great deal. The amendment goes further, it tends to prevent emigration from foreign countries, which is a most desirable thing to the U. States. It is cruel to tax those coming amongst us, who cannot even pay their passage.
At this moment a message was received from the Senate, that they had passed the bill for the additional appropriation of 350,000 dollars for the navy department.
Mr. Nelson then continued—that it could not be
the intention of placing white people on the footing of imported slaves. The first are a great benefit to the country, the others a great hurt and justly deprecate by the gentleman from N. Carolina. Let us look round our country, and see how many of the most respectable inhabitants have come amongst us, and served to pay their passage, and would you put such as them upon the footing of slaves? This evil will however end in the year 1808. If we pass the resolution as offered, we do all that we can do—but not so, with the amendment. It may lead to further benefits—it may lead the people of S. Carolina to prohibit the importation, and if so, the end is attained.
(To be Continued.)
THURSDAY, January 23.
MILITIA.
Gen. Varnum, called for the order of the day on the bill authorising the President of the United States, to call into actual service, one hundred thousand militia, whereupon the house went into a committee of the whole; Mr. J. C. Smith in the chair.
General Varnum, moved that the blank be filled up with six months.
Mr. Rea, of Tennessee, moved to amend the fifth section of the bill, by striking out that part which directs a certain portion of the militia to be taken from the state which may be attacked; to which Mr. Varnum replied, that in framing the bill, it appeared to be necessary to empower the President, to call upon a certain quota of the militia from the part nearest to where danger threatened, but if gentlemen wished them to be called from all quarters upon all occasions, he had no objection. It is possible that we may be attacked from Canada or Nova Scotia, or from the southward or westward.
On the question being put on this motion there appeared in the affirmative only three—not carried.
The blank in the sixth section, for the sum necessary for the appropriation was filled up with two millions of dollars.
Mr. Basset moved to strike out the first section.
Mr. Varnum supposed the gentleman founded his objections upon the similarity of this bill, to the former on the same subject, but he considered them materially different, and entirely independent of each other.
Mr. Quincy, had a general objection to the bill, he thought the former much better and stronger than that before the house—that it gave more general power to call upon the militia, and now that we have occasion to call forth he considered the power to be abridged instead of increasing it.
Mr. Thomas did not think that the present bill would take away the powers of the former, in calling out the whole of the militia.
Mr. Dana observed, that this bill is a calling upon the militia at a moment's warning. He had not known such power was given the President, but was by no means unwilling to vest that power in him.
Mr. Gregg said he should vote against the motion, being in favour of the bill: he wished the gentleman (Mr. Basset) would vary his motion and the committee might rise and have leave to sit again.
Mr. Smilie was not in favour of the bill, for in truth he was not prepared to go upon the subject.
Mr. Bidwell expressed himself in similar terms.
Mr. Clarke was in favour of a classification, and hoped the committee would rise.
The question on the motion being taken there were, Affirmative 45—Negative 60; not carried.
Mr. Clarke, moved to renew the motion of his colleague to strike out the first section.
Mr. Macon thought the two bills entirely separate, and that there was no connection between them. Mr. Bidwell was of the same opinion.
Mr. G. W. Campbell wished for time to consider on the subject, but as to the motion for striking out the first section which went to reject the whole, he was opposed for he thought the bill should pass, and that immediately. There was no saying how soon there might be occasion to call upon the militia.
He had, however, a motion to make, that ten thousand only should be called from a local situation, instead of leaving it as it stands to call any part: for any part may go to ninety, or even 99,000, which would bear extremely hard upon frontier states.
This motion was lost. The committee now rose and reported the bill with amendments.
The speaker having resumed the chair it was moved that the house do concur.—Affirmative, 70—Carried.
Forts and Harbours.
The house again went into a committee of the whole on the state of the union;
Mr. Gregg in the chair.
Mr. Dawson mentioned that part of the President's message, which respected the various aggressions and spoliations committed during the last recess of congress.
He read that part of the message, and observed that it was now the duty of the house to redress the grievance, and in so doing to act with firmness and resolution.
The committee to whom this part of the message was referred in viewing the subject of forts and harbours found that there is in the possession of the United States.
 1,400 Iron Cannon,  500 Brass do.  102,000 Stand of Arms,  5,000,000 Pounds of Powder,  500 Tons Salt Petre. 
And that the committee had named 150,000 dollars towards the defence of our forts and harbours.
Mr. Clinton thought the sum entirely inadequate to the object. That it would go a very small way indeed, it was not more than sufficient to fortify New-York alone. He called the attention of the committee to the defenceless state of New-York, he did not wish to throw any censure upon officers of government, but he wished for time to inquire into a sum necessary to defend each particular fort. He would rather vote for not a farthing, than such a contemptible sum, which was little more than a burlesque upon government.
Mr. Thomas also thought the sum inadequate. Mr. Williams explained the reason why the committee named so small a sum, that they intended it only for immediate use.
Mr. Ely described the defenceless state of all the ports in the Union, except Boston, and concluded an able speech, which time will not permit us to follow him in, by recommending them to be put in an immediate state of defence. Of New-York he observed, from whence we drew one third of our revenue on imports, that it was in so wretched a state of defence, that a single 74 gun ship of an enemy could not be resisted, and this he thought a subject of alarm.
Several gentlemen spoke upon this interesting subject, who shall be hereafter named, with the substance of their observations, which the pressure of the business, and the late sitting of the house at present preclude.
The other speakers on this question were—Mr. Early, Mr. Jackson, Mr. Dana, Mr. R. Nelson, Mr. Smilie, Mr. Macon, Mr. G. W. Campbell, Mr. Cook, Mr. Elmer, Mr. Lyon, and Mr. Fisk.
The committee rose, affirmative 86, and had leave to sit again.
Mr. Stanford offered a resolution, to alter the circuit courts of North Carolina, which was referred to a committee of three, and then about four o'clock the house adjourned.
LONDON, November 24.
City Address.—On Thursday the corporation of London presented their Address of congratulation, on the late victory obtained over the combined fleets of France and Spain, to his Majesty, at St. James's, which was read as follows:
"To the King's Most Excellent Majesty."
"The humble, loyal, and dutiful Address of the Lord Mayor, Aldermen and Commons of the city of London, in Common Council assembled."
"Most Gracious Sovereign,"
"We, the Lord Mayor, Aldermen, and Commons, of the city of London, in Common Council assembled, impressed with the most solemn sense of gratitude to the Almighty disposer of events, for his late transcendent goodness, to this highly favoured nation, approach the Throne to offer our warmest congratulations to your Majesty, on the recent most glorious and decisive victory obtained over the combined naval force of France and Spain, off Cape Trafalgar, by your Majesty's fleet under the command of the illustrious and ever to be lamented hero, Lord Viscount Nelson, a victory which while it adds to the British archives, in immortal characters, the proudest conflict that ever graced them, mournfully records the fall of the Chief, who had in that moment attained the summit of splendid achievements. Far, be it, however, from the minds of your Majesty's grateful subjects to repine at the severe blow which Providence has inflicted, or while they deplore the loss of distinguished worth, offend the spirit and character of the British name, by forgetting the many obligations they owe to the surviving brave men, whose valour and publick spirit will lead them, successfully, to emulate such heroic deeds, inspired by their loyalty to their beloved King, and their attachment to their native country."
Signed by order of the court,
HENRY WOODTHORPE.
To which his majesty was pleased to return the following most gracious answer:
"I receive, with peculiar satisfaction, the congratulations of my loyal city of London, on the glorious and decisive victory, obtained under the blessing of God, by my fleet, commanded by the late Lord Viscount Nelson, over the combined force of France and Spain. The skill and intrepidity of my officers and seamen were never more conspicuous than on this important occasion. The loss of the distinguished commander, under whom this great victory has been achieved, I most sincerely and deeply lament. His transcendent and heroic services will, I am persuaded, exist for ever in the recollection of my people; and, whilst they tend to stimulate those who come after him to similar exertions, they will prove a lasting source of strength, security, and glory to my dominions."
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Sch'r Eliza-Ann, Herbert, 14 days from Guadalupe, Coffee, W. Pennock—Left there brig Wheeler, Besson, of this port.
Sch'r Eliza, Record, 27 days from St. Bartholomews, Rum, R. Bowden & Co.
The ship Alexander, King, and the British ship Mary, both from Liverpool, are in Hampton Roads, laden with Salt, the former to J. & W. Southgate, the latter to Robert Dickson; both long passages.
The British sloop Earl of Lonsdale, from Trinidad, last from Tortola, bound to New-York, on the 4th Jan. lost her rudder, and on the 22d in a gale of wind was driven on shore 8 miles to the northward of Currituck, the crew severely frost-bitten. The cargo Sugar and Cocca, the former lost, most of the latter saved. Sailed from Tortola in company with the homeward bound fleet of 100 sail under convoy of the Baulieu frigate.
The sch'r Polly of Falmonth, with Lime, Rum &c. is on shore near the mouth of Currituck inlet.
FOR SALE,
On the Beach about 10 miles North of Currituck Inlet, on TUESDAY, the 4th of February, at 12 o'Clock, for the benefit of whom it may concern,
48 bags COCOA,
39 Casks do.
13 Hogsheads Muscovado SUGAR,
6 Tons LOGWOOD—Being the Cargo of the British Sloop Earl of Lonsdale, stranded on the 22d instant, on her passage from Trinidad to New-York.
Also, at same time,
The Hull and Materials,
of said SLOOP, burthen 62 tons, British built, 6 years old, composition fastened, and coppered to the bends. Jan. 31. 2 476
FOR KINGSTON, (Jamaica)
The British armed Brig
FRIENDS,
Captain MEDCALF,
Will sail on Tuesday next, and can accommodate a few passengers—Apply on board at Town Point, or to
Robert Dickson.
January 31.
2t
475
The Subscribers to the EXCHANGE, are requested to meet at their Room on MONDAY next, at 6 o'clock in the Evening. Jan. 31. 2 473
The Publick are hereby forewarned, that any debt or obligations whatever made by LOUIS BOUTIN, will not be paid.
Mary Lemaster, Rose Lemaster.
Jan. 31.
6t
474
SALT.
Arrived in the Ship Mary, captain Atholl, from Liverpool, A Cargo of STOVED SALT, Which will be sold on accommodating terms, taken alongside. Apply to
Robert Dickson.
ON HAND FOR SALE,
A quantity of LOGWOOD, SUGARS in hds. and bbls. RUM, MOLASSES, COFFEE, and a parcel of choice TEN-ERIFFE and MADEIRA WINES, in pipes, hds. and quarter casks. Jan. 31. 2w 477
At a Court held for Norfolk County, the 20th day of January, 1806.
Thomas Davis and Thomas Dickson, merchants and partners, under the firm of Davis and Dickson, Piffs.
Against
Gilbert Robertson and James Brown, merchants and partners, under the firm of Robertson & Brown, and Robert Gibson, Defs.
THE Defendants Robertson and Brown, not having entered their appearance, and given security for performing the Decree to be made in this cause, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that they are out of the country: On the motion of the Plaintiffs by their Counsel, it is ordered, that they the said Defendants, appear here on the third Monday in April next, and give security for performing the Decree aforesaid. And it is further ordered that the Defendant Gibson, who hath effects of the other Defendants in his hands, or is otherwise indebted to them, do not pay, convey away, or secret such debts or effects, until the further order of this Court concerning the same. A Copy, Teste, William Wilson, jun. C. C. 13d Mon. Ap. 478

GARDEN SEEDS.
The Subscriber has for Sale, at the Store of Mr. James Dowdall, opposite the New Market, Fresh Garden Seeds,
Imported in the ship Shepherdess, from London—Also, some CHOICE SEEDS , of this Country's growth, that can be warranted good, viz.
 EARLY FRAME PEA, over and Stone Turnip,  Early Nicholas do. Fennel—Furze—Salsify—  Early Charlton do. Salsify, Scorzonera—Pepper  Early Pearl do. Grass,  Golden Hotspur do. Large Wind or, Long Pod,  Dwarf Marrow do. White Blossom, and Garden  Tall Green Marrow do. Beans,  Imperial Green do. Canary and Hemp Seed,  Prolific do. Orec-Brocili,  Leadman's Dwarf do. Red and White Clover Seed,  Blue Prussian do. Lucerne and Timothy do.  Crown and Cabbage do.  Early and late Cauliflower,  Early York CABBAGE,  Early Sugar Loaf do.  Early Buttersea do.  Madeira do.  Drum Head do.  Winter do.  Red Dutch do.  Green Savoy do.  Scotch Kal—Red Beet,  Orange and Early Crown Car-  rot,  Solid Celery—Cured Parsley,  Turkey, Early Frame, Short  Prickly and Long Prickly  Cucumbers,  Cured Endive,  Dwarf Kidney Beans of all  sorts—Arbour Beans,  Broad Leaved Leek,  Silver Skinned, James, Ma-  deira, and Blood Red On-  ion,  Grand Admiral, Brown Dutch  Ice, Cabbage, Green Coss,  and Aleppo Coss Lettuce,  Scarlet, Short Top, Salmon,  and Red and White Turnip  Radish,  Parsnip—Rape,  White and Brown Mustard,  Round and Prickly Spinage,  Early Dutch, Norfolk, Han- 
Who solicits the patronage of the publick, and being a regular instructed Gardiner, offers to his customers his services either to the culture or the proper season of sowing.
Jan. 13. tf 428
Landing from on board the Brig Comete, Price from Lisbon,
 72 Pipes, } Dry L. P. Lisbon Wines.  30 Hhds. }  162 Qr. Casks, }  5 Pipes, } Red do.  1 Hhd. }  109 Frails Fresh FIGS—all in good order and fit for immediate use, to be Sold on low terms. Apply to  Oliveira, Fernandes, & Co.  Who have in Store,  Very Old Genuine MALMSEY in Hogsheads,  do. do. Brazil WINE do. and qr. casks,  do. do. L. P. Madeira do. do.  New do. do. do. in Pipes do. do.  do. do. L. M. do. do. do.  Old do. L. P. Oporto do. do.  Sweet do. Lisbon Wine, do. do.  Old do. L. P. Sherry do. do.  do. do. Com. do. do.  Calcafell, do.  Bordeaux CLARET in Boxes, do.  Old Cognac BRANDY, do.  Holland GIN, do.  Wine VINEGAR, do.  Old Antigua RUM in Puncheons,  New Jamaica do. do.  SWEET OIL in Hhds.  ALSO,  Jamaica COFFEE in Bags and Tierces,  do. SUGARS Hhds.  And a few Boxes Spanish CHOCOLATE. 
N. B. Private Families, Captains of Vessels, and country Gentlemen will be accommodated with the above in small quantities. Jan. 10. 3w 424
Richmond Academy Lottery, NOW DRAWING, CONTAINING One Prize of Ten Thousand Dollars, Besides several other large Prizes. * * * TICKETS for Sale by the EDITOR OF THIS PAPER. November 13. 279
FOR SALE, 90 Tons LOGWOOD, 20,000 Feet MAHOGANY, 2000 Feet Mahogany BOARDS, 150 Hogsheads RICHMOND TOBACCO, afloat. Apply to
John Granbery. Who offers for Rent, A DWELLING HOUSE, very pleasantly situated near Boush-street, lately occupied by Col. Davies. December 2. 3w 317
LADIES FASHIONABLE SHOES. SEVERAL Trunks of Ladies plain and fashionable LACED KID SHOES, and Gentlemen's fashionable London made do. just received by the ship Plauter, Captain Boush, and for sale by Gilliat & Mackinder. September 9. tf 136
FOR SALE, On board the Schooner Rising States, captain Newcomb, lying at Newton's wharf, 30 hhds. MOLASSES, 100 HIDES. Phinehas Dana & Co. Dec. 20. tf 364
A PARCEL OF CHOICE Russia and Ravens DUCK, Landing, and for Sale by Moses Myers. Also, 1000 bushels Lisbon SALT, afloat. January 20. 3w 445
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. 128 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
THE SPIRIT OF THE PUBLICK JOURNALS; BEING an impartial selection of the best original Poetry, Essays, &c. and which have appeared in the newspapers of the United States during the year 1805. The Editors of Newspapers who exchange with the Baltimore Evening Post, are requested to give the above advertisement a few insertions in their papers. When published, a copy of the work will be sent to each office. August 28.
FOR SALE, 250 bbls. Superfine FLOUR, Afloat. Apply to James Maurice & Co. January 6. tf 414
Landing this day from on board the Schooner Liberty, Joshua Bangs, master, from Jamaica, 68 Puncheons RUM. For Sale by Moses Myers. Dec. 30. 9 346
FOR SALE, The cargo of the Sclty Sophia, Capt. Harding, from Bordeaux, consisting of Hogsheads and Cases of old Claret, by Moses Myers. January 3. 3w 406
Sugar & Coffee. THIS DAY landing on Campbell's wharf, from on board the Schooner Venus, capt. Goodwin, from Berbice, 21 Hogsheads Prime SUGARS, And a few Bags Prime GREEN COFFEE.—For Sale by Martin Fisk. Jan. 1. tf 400
All persons having claims against the Estate of ROBERT WARREN, deceased, either by bond or open account are desired to bring them forward for settlement, and those indebted to make immediate payment to Warren Ashley, Administrator. December 9. tf 339
FLOUR. 700 Barrels Mayo Mills of excellent quality, afloat, for Sale by Moses Myers. Dec. 27. tf 381
HUNTER & GATEWOOD, Have received per Ship Jane, Captain Clifey, from Liverpool, the balance of their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, Which in addition to their former importation from London, makes their assortment general and complete—it consists of almost every article of useful and fashionable goods too tedious to enumerate, which they offer for sale, at their Store No 129, Main Street, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms for cash, or short payments. November 8. tf 262
KENDAL COTTONS. The Subscribers have received per Ship Industry, captain Wright, from Liverpool, A few Bales low priced Kendal COTTONS, which they offer for Sale on liberal terms. Hunter & Gatewood. December 20. tf 353
FOR SALE, Liverpool Salt, Kendal Cottons, &c. The CARGO of the Ship Industry, Noah Wright, master, from Liverpool—Consisting of 12,000 Bushels SALT, 8 Bales Kendal COTTONS, 10 Casks COPPER, 18 and 20 oz. 18 Sugar BOILERS, of 150 gallons each, 3 Hogsheads SKIMMERS and LADLES, 4 Casks Copper NAILS.—Apply to William Pennock. December 20. tf 357
FOR SALE, On board the Schooner Rising States, lying at Newton's w'f. PRIME PORK, MESS BEEF in half Barrels, PRIME do. in do. New-York BUTTER, SALMON in kits, BOXES HERRINGS, KEGS NETS TONGUES, MOULD CANDLES. Jesse Newcomb. Dec. 20. 3w 305
BANK NOTES LOST. A letter dated Williamsburg, 27th November, 1805, directed to Messrs. Thos. & Wm. M'Candlish, merchants, Norfolk, containing Bank Notes to the amount of Two Hundred Dollars, as below described, and supposed to have been deposited in the Post-Office, has either been lost, mislaid, or taken a wrong direction. It is hoped that any person who may have become possessed of the same, accidentally or otherwise, will forward it on to the subscribers, as payment of the Notes have been stopped at the respective Banks. D. No. 1124, United States Branch, Norfolk, Dec. 6, 1804, 100 Dollars. B. No. 97, Virginia Branch, Fredericksburg, February 6, 1803, 100 Dollars. Wm. M'Candlish, & Co. Williamsburg, Dec. 9. tf 341
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, The WAREHOUSE lately occupied by Mr. Edward Roberts—Also, The WAREHOUSE lately occupied by Mr. Edward Johnston.—For terms, apply to Robert Gibson. January 20. tf 470
FALL AND WINTER GOODS. GILLIAT AND MACKINDER, Have received by the ship PLAUTER, Boush, from London, and FREVENTA, from Liverpool, their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, And will be Sold on low terms, for Cash, or approved Acceptance in Town. Among which are
 17 Bales of Napt Cottons.  18 do. of Rose Blankets.  8 do. Stripe do.  9 do. White and Red Flannels.  10 do. White Plains and Kerseys.  12 do. Blue do.  14 do. Blue & Green Half Thicks.  6 do. Stripe and Grey Coatings.  2 do. Yarn Hose.  2 do. Carpeting and Carpets.  8 do. Mixed Feamaughts.  16 Boxes Boys' and Men's Hats.  6 Trunks of Manchester.  4 Boxes Cutlery, assorted.  30 Casks Shot.  150 Kegs of Gunpowder.  40 Casks Nails.  4 do. Seine Twine.  6 Trunks Mens' and Womens' Worsted Hose.  3 Bales of Ozanburgs.  Fleecy Hosiery, for Ladies' and Gentlemen's wear.  Muslins, Dimities, Callicoes, &c. &c.  The above packages are well assorted. September 16. tf 145
TO RENT, Two Brick-Houses, No. 22, and 23, in Church-Street, near the Old Church.—They are well calculated for Dry Goods Stores, having been occupied for several years by persons in that business; they have four rooms upon a floor, a cellar, and a pump of good water in the yard; also a garden attached to each. Apply at this Office. Jan. 10. 3w 425
PICKLED OYSTERS Put up by the Subscriber at the shortest notice—orders left at the Store of Mr. Deconis, No. 1, Campbell's Wharf, will be punctually attended to. Samuel Bailey. January 8. 3w* 418
GENUINE GARDEN SEEDS, Imported in the Ship Shepherdess, from London, for Sale, CONSISTING OF
 Windsor Beans, Green and Yellow Savoy,  Long Pod do. White Brocoli,  White Blossom do. Hardy Green do.  Early Magazin. Purple Branching do.  Early Frame Pea, Early and Late Cauliflowers,  Early Charlton do. James' Keeping Onion,  Early Nicholas do. Madeira and Welch do.  Golden Hotspur do. Red and Silver Skinned do.  Crown and Egg do. Norfolk Field Turnip,  Blue Prussian do. Red, Round, and Yellow do.  Imperial Green do. Hanover and Stone do.  Spanish Mosotto, do. Tankard do.  Large Roundleaf do. Ice and Cabbage Lettuce,  Dwarf Prolifix do. Hardy Hammersmith do.  Dwarf Marrow do. Brown, Dutch, and Loaf do.  Tall Green do. Green Turkey Cucumber,  Wells Marrow do. Early Frame do.  Early Yellow Snap, Patagonian do.  Negro French do. Long and Short Prickly do.  Black Speckled do. Large Orange Carrot,  Purple Speckled do. Early Horn do. and Parsnip,  Chinese and Scarlet do. Red and White Beet,  Harbour and White do. Fall and Dwarf Nasturtion,  Early Salmon Radish, Solid Celery, Double Parsley,  Salmon and Scarlet do. Green Curled Endive,  Short Top and Naples do. Broad Leaved Leek,  Red and White Turnip do. Salsify and Scorzonera,  Long White Transparent do. Artichoke and Asparagus,  Black Spanish do. Chardon and Chervil,  Early York Cabbage, Pimpernell and Root Scarcity,  Sugar Loaf do. Round and Prickly Spinage,  Early and Late Buttersea, Broad Cress and Pepper Grass,  Madeira & Turnip Rooted do. Mushroom Spawn,  Large Drum Head do. Hemlock and Okra,  German Red do. Saffron and Rape.  Colewort and Borcoole, 
A choice assortment of Garden, Flower, and Herb SEEDS; White and Red Clover; Lucerne, Furze Top, Bed Top, and Burnet Grass SEEDS; Furze SEED for making Hedges. Likewise,
Scotch and Pearl Barley, Oatmeal, and Fine Durham Mustard —By the next arrival he will be further supplied with the best of those articles. Samuel Osborne, Main-Street, near the Old Market place. Dec. 16. tm 352
WM. H. MCCUTCHEN, No. 41, MAIN STREET, Has received and offers for Sale, a general assortment of DRY GOODS, At the most reduced prices for CASH, Among which are,
 6-4 and 7-4 Cloths, White and coloured Threads,  Cassimeres, Coatings, Dimities, Muslinets,  Forrest Cloths, Printed Jeans and Marseilles,  Rose and Striped Blankets, Quiltings,  Red, Green, and Blue Serges, Bumbazets, Wildbores, and  Red and Green Baizes, Durants,  Flannels, Fancy Cords, Chintzes and Callicoes,  Thicksets and Velvets, Furniture do.  7-8 and 4-4 Irish Linens, Black and Coloured India  German Dowlasses, Persians,  Ticklenburgs and Hessians, Bandanno and Flag Hdkfs.  Brown Hollands, 9-8 & 6-4 Cambrick Muslins,  India Cottons, Cotton Stripes, 7-8, 9-8, and 6-4 Black and  Blue Gillia Handkerchiefs, Coloured do. do.  Pulicat and Romal do. Book Muslins and Book Mus  Silk Shawls, lin Handkerchiefs,  5-4 and 6-4 Satin Check Fine India Book Muslins,  Cambrick Shawls, Linen Checks, Ribbons,  Guernsey Frocks, Fine India Sewing Silks,  Swansdowns, Turkey Downs, English do. do.  and Toilets, Purple and Fancy Shawls,  Men and Womens' Worsted, Mattress Handkerchiefs,  and Cotton Hose, Coat and Vest Buttons,  Pins, 3 1-2, 4 1-2, & 5 lbs. Scissars, Razors & Penknives.  ALSO,  A few Pipes Country GIN. 
December 4. tf 324
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virg. Jan. 18, 1806. HIS Britannick Majesty's Consul to the State of Virginia, in consequence of instructions by him received from his government, takes this method of communicating to such officers on the British half-pay establishment, as are resident within his district, the following Notice from the Army Pay-Office, in London, in respect to the form of the Certificate required from British half-pay Officers, by whom it is highly essential that the regulations therein specified should be strictly complied with
John Hamilton, Consul. PAY-OFFICE, Horse-Guards, August 28, 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given by direction of the right honourable the Pay-Master General of his majesty's forces, that the affidavits of Officers on half-pay and military allowances, who reside in the United States of America, commencing subsequently to the twenty-fourth day of December 1805, will not be passed at this office, unless the officer's place of residence, and also the county, district, or place for which the magistrate acts, before whom the said affidavit is made, (the competency of whom must be certified by the British Consul, if any shall be resident in the province or state, or by the governor, chief justice, or some other person in authority in the government thereof) are therein specified, agreeable to the undermentioned form. D'd. Thomas, Accountant.
A. B. maketh oath, that he had not between the twenty-fourth day of _____ and the twenty-ninth day of _____ any other place, or employment of profit, civil or military, under his majesty, besides his allowance of half-pay, (or his military allowance, as the case may be) as a reduced _____ in the year of our Lord _____ The Officer to sign his name here, together with his place of residence.
Sworn before me at _____ this _____ day of _____ in the year of our Lord _____ The Magistrate to sign his name here, and the county or place for which he acts.
N. B. Chaplains must insert in their affidavits the following words between the words "Majesty" and "besides," viz. "or any Ecclesiastical Benefice in Great-Britain or Ireland." No alterations or interlineations of any sort will be allowed to be made in the above mentioned affidavit. January 20. tf 446
New Beef, Candles, N. E. Rum, &c. The Subscribers offer for Sale, at their Warehouse on Commerce-Street wharf, 450 bbls. No. 1 & 2 Beef—Boston inspection, 400 boxes MOULD CANDLES—different sizes, 10 bds. Refined SUGAR, 16 do. and 40 bbls. N. E. RUM. Phinehas Dana & Co. January 20. tf 447
EAGLE TAVERN. The Subscriber has taken that eligible stand in Market-square, and has to inform his friends and the publick in general, that he will spare no pains to make them as comfortable as possible while with him—he would be glad to take in Eight or Ten Gentel BOARDERS by the Year. Thomas Glenn. January 15. 3m 433
NOTICE. THE Subscriber being desirous to close his unsettled concerns, requests all those who have accounts against him to present them at his office for adjustment, and persons indebted to him to make immediate payment. John Hamilton. October 14. tf 201
Soap and Candle Manufactory. THE Subscriber informs the Publick, that his Manufactory in Bank-Street, is now in complete operation, and having employed as skillful workmen as any in the United States, he expects a part of the publick patronage. Henry M c Dowell. N. B. FLATTS for Shoe-Makers, Tailors, &c.—Cash given for Tallow and Grease. December 20. tf 370
FRESH RICE. THIS DAY landing from the Sloop Astra, captain Prior, from Charleston, 80 tierces fresh RICE, which I will sell low. MARTIN FISK. ALSO, 50 Barrels MACKAREL, and 1 Tiron Sloop Fora, 50 do. HERRINGS. 3 capt. Chase. Dec. 16. tf 303
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER, AT HIS LUMBER YARD ON CALVERT'S WHARF, 700,000 SALE SHINGLES, 50,000 BUILDING do. 50,000 STAVES—White and Red Oak. 10,000 CYPRESS PALES, 5,000 CEDAR and CHINQUEPIN POSTS. Also shall keep a supply of PLANK and SCANTLING. Thomas H. Parker. August 19. tf 77
REMOVAL. JAMES TUCKER, Has removed to No. 1, Holt's Lane, near Main-Street, WHERE HE OFFERS FOR SALE, ON REASONABLE TERMS, HIS STOCK IN TRADE, CONSISTING OF A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF HARDWARE, NAILS, &c. May 3. tf 659
Warranted Eight-Day CLOCKS. THE Subscriber begs leave to inform the Inhabitants of this Borough and its vicinity, that he has taken part of that Shop now occupied by Mr. Chapman, at the head of Bank-Street, where he offers for Sale a number of warranted Eight-Day Clocks, direct from his Manufacturer—and a good assortment of imported Watches, Watch Materials, and Jewellery, viz. Breast Pins, Ear Nobs, Hoops, Rings, Pearl Cases, Fancy Hair Combs, do. Sliders, do. Paste Flowers, Watch Seals, Keys, Chains, and Watch Glasses. CLOCKS, Time Pieces, and Watches, carefully cleaned and repaired, and all favours gratefully acknowledged. Nathaniel Mayne.
ALSO FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 50 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4w 374
FOR SALE The Cargo of the Brig Faragon, Captain Ambley—Consisting of 157 Puncheons high proof JAMAICA RUM, 7 Hogsheads MOLASSES. Redmon & Fritch. November 13. tf 271
THE SUBSCRIBER, Has removed to the third fire proof Warehouse on Gibson's wharf, where he has for Sale, Antigua and Jam. Rum by the bhd. Loaf and Brown SUGAR—A few bags COFFEE, A few pipes & bds. London particular & Tenerife WINES, 120 cases very excellent 7 years old CLARET. And is now Landing from on board the 100 Tonne Shepherd, Capt. Wells, from Antigua and Nevis, Antigua and Nevis Rum and Molasses. HARRISON ALLMAND. December 27. tf 354
The CARGO of the Ship Eliza, Obediah Smith, master, from Bordeaux, will commence landing This day on Newton's wharf, consisting of 440 Hogsheads choice CLARET, 293 Casks do. 143 do. White WINE do. 250 Boxes Fresh PRUNES of excellent quality, for Sale by Moses Myers. November 18. tf 257
Green Coffee and Sugar. Now Landing from on board the Schooner Lydia, captain Livingston, from Guadalupe, 41 Hogsheads SUGAR, 8 Hhds. 14 Tierces } BEST GREEN COFFEE. 12 Bags } For Sale by William Pennock. December 16. 3w 354
THIS DAY LANDING, from on board the Schooner Eagle, Captain Grass, from Bordeaux, 160 Casks CLARET, 981 Cases reduced do. 65 do. do. White do. 80 Baskets SWEET OIL, 2 Trunks and 3 Cases Ladies' and Men's SHOES, 8 Cases Mens' and Children's Silk and Beaver HATS, assorted. DEMJOHNS, ALMONDS, NUTS, &c. &c. For sale on liberal terms, by John & James Galwey, Commerce-Street Wharf. WHO HAVE ON HAND, 75 Boxes White & Brown Havanna SUGAR. September 6. tf 128
REMOVAL. THOMAS LUMSDEN, Watch-Maker, &c.
HAS removed from No. 3, Water-Street, to the Brick-House at the corner of Rothery's Lane and Main-Street, opposite Captain Pennock's, and lately occupied by Doctor Hodges.—Grateful for favours experienced, assures his friends and customers that every effort will be exerted to merit a continuation of their patronage. October 23. 3M 227
MRS. MACDOUGAL, INFORMS her friends and the publick, that she has taken that handsome house belonging to Mr. Roberts, in the centre of Market Square, where she will receive Boarders on moderate terms—the strictest attention will always be paid to the diet rooms, and lodging, and every endeavour used to render a transient or permanent abode at her house satisfactory. September 23. tf 169
NORFOLK: PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS, FOR THE PROPRIETOR, OPPOSITE THE EXCHANGE COFFEE HOUSE. Price Five Dollars and Fifty Cents yearly, in advance.