Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1806-04-07 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND PUBLICK LEDGER.
VOL. II.]
MONDAY EVENING, APRIL 7 1806.
[NO. 113.]
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 London, THE GOOD SHIP MONTICELLO , Will be ready to receive a cargo in 15 days. For freight or passage, having excellent accommodations, apply to R. Maitland & Christian, Petersburg, or Robert Maitland, & Co. April 4. 4w 636
For Sale, Freight, or Charter, The fast sailing Brig MERCHANT , JOHN PIKE, master, burthen 175 tons, or 1200 barrels, will be ready for the reception of a cargo in six days. For terms apply to Fisk & Catlett. Who has this day landing, 50 Tierces New RICE, 5 Pipes Country Gin—Which will be sold low. April 4. tf 639
Landing from on board the brig Ann Elizabeth, A choice parcel of SUGAR and MOLASSES, from Trinidad, which will be sold on liberal terms by applying to John Brown, Marsden's Wharf. Who wishes to Sell, Charter, or Freight, The said BRIG, Burthen 173 tons. April 2. tf 633
Wanted to Charter, Two or three VESSELS, from 50 to 100 tons burthen, to load at Nixonton, N. C. for which a liberal freight will be given. Apply to James M'Clenachan. March 31. tf 728
For Bordeaux, In Fifteen Days, the fast sailing coppered Ship Susan and Sarah , Richard Marner, Master—For freight of 120 bds. or passage, (having good accommodations) apply to the master on board, or to Moses Myers. March 26. tf 613
For Sale, The Northern built Schooner, HARMONY , three years old, burthen 38 tons, lying at Woodside's wharf For terms apply on board, or to N. Heron. For Sale on board said Schooner, 171 Casks Stone LIME, A few Quintals of COD FISH, and 10 Boxes Smoked MERRINGS. March 24. tf 603
FOR CHARTER, The fine American Ship SHEFFIELD , Burthen 420 hogheads, will be ready to receive a cargo in 6 days. Apply to C. & F. Whittle. March 24. tf 609
1988 Sacks Liverpool filled SALT, 100 Tons loose do. 28 Crates EARTHENWARE. Just received by the Ship Huntress, from Liverpool, and for Sale by Alexander Maclure. Who will receive on board said VESSEL, if applied to immediately, 150 hogheads Tobacco for freight for Liverpool. March 14. tf 604
Now Landing from on board ship Courtney, Wm. Bryant, Master, from Jamaica, 103 Hogsheads RUM. For Sale by William Pennock. Who offers Said SHIP, for Charter. March 21. 3w 599
For Charter, to Bordeaux, (or any Port in France,) The good Snow ECHO , Jacob FORMAN, master, burthen 222 tons, now ready to receive a cargo. For terms apply to the master on board, or to Moses Myers. March 17. 3w 589
Landing This Day, 108 Bags Prime Green COFFEE, IN STORE, 800 Barrels Superfine and Fine FLOUR, London Particular, 3 MADEIRA, in Pipes, Hhds. do. Market, 3 and quarter Casks. Jamaica and Windward Island RUM, Petersburg TOBACCO, Prime PORK, &c.—All of which will be disposed of on liberal terms, by C. & F. Whittle. Who Want A VESSEL, of about 800 barrels, to Charter. March 10. 8t 571
For Sale or Rent, A PLANTATION, situated on Hampton Creek, consisting of about 300 acres; being the property on which Mr. W. Brough has long resided. It possesses all the necessary buildings for the convenience of a family, or agricultural purposes. There are some valuable orchards, one particularly of apples, is considered more productive than any other in that part of the country. There is also a Wind-Mill most eligibly situated—For particulars, application may be made to Mr. G. Hope, Hampton, Mr. John Dunn, Norfolk, or the Subscriber in Richmond, who will give immediate possession. James D. M'Caw. Feb. 21. tf 519
For Sale or Rent, A PLANTATION, situated on Hampton Creek, consisting of about 300 acres; being the property on which Mr. W. Brough has long resided. It possesses all the necessary buildings for the convenience of a family, or agricultural purposes. There are some valuable orchards, one particularly of apples, is considered more productive than any other in that part of the country. There is also a Wind-Mill most eligibly situated—For particulars, application may be made to Mr. G. Hope, Hampton, Mr. John Dunn, Norfolk, or the Subscriber in Richmond, who will give immediate possession. James D. M'Caw. Feb. 21. tf 519
For Sale or Rent, A PLANTATION, situated on Hampton Creek, consisting of about 300 acres; being the property on which Mr. W. Brough has long resided. It possesses all the necessary buildings for the convenience of a family, or agricultural purposes. There are some valuable orchards, one particularly of apples, is considered more productive than any other in that part of the country. There is also a Wind-Mill most eligibly situated—For particulars, application may be made to Mr. G. Hope, Hampton, Mr. John Dunn, Norfolk, or the Subscriber in Richmond, who will give immediate possession. James D. M'Caw. Feb. 21. tf 519
For Sale or Rent, A PLANTATION, situated on Hampton Creek, consisting of about 300 acres; being the property on which Mr. W. Brough has long resided. It possesses all the necessary buildings for the convenience of a family, or agricultural purposes. There are some valuable orchards, one particularly of apples, is considered more productive than any other in that part of the country. There is also a Wind-Mill most eligibly situated—For particulars, application may be made to Mr. G. Hope, Hampton, Mr. John Dunn, Norfolk, or the Subscriber in Richmond, who will give immediate possession. James D. M'Caw. Feb. 21. tf 519
For Sale or Rent, A PLANTATION, situated on Hampton Creek, consisting of about 300 acres; being the property on which Mr. W. Brough has long resided. It possesses all the necessary buildings for the convenience of a family, or agricultural purposes. There are some valuable orchards, one particularly of apples, is considered more productive than any other in that part of the country. There is also a Wind-Mill most eligibly situated—For particulars, application may be made to Mr. G. Hope, Hampton, Mr. John Dunn, Norfolk, or the Subscriber in Richmond, who will give immediate possession. James D. M'Caw. Feb. 21. tf 519
NOTICE. MARTIN FLISK has taken Mr. CHARLES J. CATLETT into partnership, the business in future will be transacted under the firm of Fisk & Catlett.
Who have for Sale, 4000 pieces Yellow NANKEENS first chop, Fresh Imperial Hesson and Young Hyson TEAS, 150 Crates CROCKERY WARE, well assorted, 8 Tons Patent SHOT, assorted, 75 Kegs English GUNPOWDER, 100 Boxes London Crown GLASS, 100 Kegs White LEAD, ground in oil, 1500 lbs. Seine TWINE, 150 Casks NAILS, assorted, cut, and wrought, 50 Boxes OZNABURGS, 200 Boxes Mould CANDLES, 25 do. Spermaceti do. 50 do. Fresh CHOCOLATE, 200 lbs. Spanish Indigo, 50 Boxes fresh MUSTARD, (Dixon's Manufactory) 100 Rheams Writing PAPER, 200 do. Wrapping do. Also—This Day Landing, 50 Barrels BEEF, Boston Inspection, 50 do. MACKAREL, 12 Hogsheads choice retailing MOLASSES. Feb. 24. tf 525
Lisbon, Cadiz, and Liverpool SALT. For Sale by William Pennock. March 12. 3w 573
FOR SALE, The CARGO of the Schooner Elizabeth Margaret, now landing on Marsden's Wharf, 342 boxes White & Brown Havana Sugars, 28 Hogsheads MOLASSES, 5 do. HONEY—For terms apply to John Brown. January 6. tf 412
FOR SALE, An Elegant COACHEE, with Harness complete, has been but little used—For terms apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. March 7. tf 557
FOR SALE by the Subscriber, a general assortment of Ship Chandlery, Cordage, and Cables, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 inches, English PAINTS and OIL, Sheathing PAPER, Bar IRON, TOBACCO, Richmond Inspection; FLOUR, PORK, Prime and Cargo, New-York Inspection, 200 GIN CASES; 20 Boxes SEGARS They have also on hand, an extensive and good assortment of
GROCERIES. Noble, Arbuthnot, & Co. March 31. tf 623
The Subscriber will sell or exchange for Lots in this Borough, the following LANDS, to wit:
50 Acres adjoining the Lands of James Martin, deceased, and Richard Silverster, about six miles from the Great Bridge. 220 Acres well timbered land, adjoining the lands of Bennett Armstrong, and others, about three miles from the Bridge. 250 Acres fit for cultivation, adjoining the lots of James Webb, about one mile from the Bridge. 50 Acres lying opposite New Mill and Deep Creek, within a quarter of a mile of the river, and three miles this side of the Bridge.
—ALSO— 5 LOTS at the Bridge, with the improvements thereon, consisting of a very good Dwelling, and all the necessary Out-Houses, together with a Store, Granary, Lumber-House, and Black Smith's Shop. For particulars apply to Thomas Warren. N. B. If the Lots and improvements are not sold before the first of June, they will be Rented to the highest bidder. March 26. (1st) 611
Landing from on board the Ship Susan and Sarah, from Bordeaux, 30 Pipes choice 4th pl. Cogniac BRANDY, 100 Cases Medoc WINE, of Pointe Canet, of the vintage of 1800, 50 Cases FRUIT in Brandy, 50 do. CAPERS, OLIVES, and ANCHOVIES. On hand of former importations, 500 Hogsheads CLARET; 200 Cases do. Entitled to drawback, and for Sale by Moses Myers. March 26. tf 612
CASH FOR Rough Hogshead STAVES, by Moses Myers. Feb. 21. tf 516
FOR SALE, 3000 Pieces Yellow NANKEEN, 11 Boxes Imperial TEA, 6 Casks Hyson do. The above of the best quality and entitled to drawback. Apply to Robert Maitland & Co. WHO HAVE ON HAND, Hibbert's best bottled Porter and Brown Stout. Also, Old L. P. Madeira Wine, fit for immediate use. March 5. tf 560
FOR RENT, (Possession to be delivered early in April,) A large three-story BRICK HOUSE, eligibly situated on Commerce and Water Streets—It is well calculated for a Vendue Store, or any extensive Grocery—It will be more satisfactory to dispose of it for one tenement, but if necessary, will be divided and accommodated for two. Apply to John Nivison. March 19. 3w 596
Forty tons Campeachy LOGWOOD, of the first quality, for Sale. Apply to Edward Roberts. March 26. 6t 615
For Sale—Afloat, 380 Barrels Superfine } FLOUR. 200 do. Fine } In Store, 6000 Bushels Bonavista SALT. James Herron. March 31. 3t 625
NINTH CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. FRIDAY, March 7. Debate on Mr. Gregg's Resolution, (Continued.)
Mr. SLOAN. I do not rise to deny, but to acknowledge myself, one of those horn-book politicians alluded to by a member from Virginia, and to assure this committee that I do not envy or begrudge that member either his superior genius, talents, or learning—and farther, to ask on behalf, and others of this class, the favour of being permitted to deliver our sentiments on this and other important subjects in such language as we are capable of until our constituents may have an opportunity of electing other members of superior learning and talents, and farther advanced in political knowledge. This is a favour I hope will not be denied, otherwise a great number of American citizens, the remainder of this and the ensuing session must go unrepresented.
In answer to the assertion that our late conduct respecting Spain was such as we dare not mention, that we dare not take off the injunction of secrecy, that we are ashamed to let the nation know the secret, permit me to assure that member, and this committee, that I feel neither shame nor compunction on of heart for the part I have acted in that business; not doubting that when the injunction is taken off and the publick acquainted with the whole transaction, the real friends of the peace, and interest of the United States will fully approve the conduct of the majority with whom I had the pleasure to act, and which, were I by side glances, and insinuations to endeavour to impress the publick mind, with a belief that a majority of their representatives had acted in a manner they were ashamed of—I conceive my constituents would thenceforth consider me unworthy of their confidence, and consequently of a seat on this floor.
We are told that we have no cabinet. Is it necessary, is it recognized by the constitution? No. The President's powers are defined, and have for five years been fulfilled to the satisfaction of the people.
I have heard of British cabinets, British ministers, and British privy councils—of their conduct I imbibed a very bad opinion, before the member alluded to, was out of his nurse's arms, and have seen no cause to change that opinion—it is therefore pleasing to me to hear that we have no such institution.
Mr. Chairman, however great my gratitude to that member for his paternal care over the children in politics on this floor, which roused him from his sick bed, to give his superior opinion upon this important subject, before our weak and feeble minds had been misled by Tom, Dick and Harry, or some other arrogant chap, that might have some knowledge of steering a ship at sea; but totally ignorant in navigating our vessel of state, I say, notwithstanding I gave all the attention in my power, to his eloquent speech of 2 hours 48 minutes, there was divers parts which my weak brain could not comprehend, and which I beg leave to lay before this committee for the purpose of receiving further information.
1. I cannot comprehend how our demanding the release of our impressed seamen; and restitution for unjust captures of our vessels; can be construed as throwing our weight in the scale of France, for the purpose of supporting a set of men, who do not support the weight of the U. States.
2. Nor can I possibly discover that Great Britain stands precisely in the same situation that republican France did in 93. For information on this subject, let me ask, was it not British gold and British intrigue that then formed the coalition against republican France? And is it not the same that has formed the present coalition against monarchical France? Have the armies of France in either case advanced beyond their own territory, previous to the raising and advancing forward their powerful armies for the express purpose of subjugating them, and dividing their property amongst the coalesced powers? If the accounts received are true, they have not.
But we are told that Britain is now the only barrier against tyranny, and her navy our only security, that the battle of Trafalgar prevented the fleets of France and Spain from laying our sea port towns under contribution, and that the British navy alone stands between us and their tyranny. Mr. Chairman, if a British subject was admitted on this floor, to advance his sovereign's cause, I should from him have expected to hear such language, but to hear it from a member of congress has astonished me more than anything I ever heard within these walls. I may add that I believe even a British subject of common sense and prudence would not have committed his character, by asserting that the combined fleets of Holland, France and Spain, were so reduced, that ten British ships (I expect of the line was meant) would be glad to meet their whole force.
Neither can I comprehend that language that in one breath asserts that Spain has grossly insulted us on our own territory: that we pocket those insults because they are a favoured nation, and in the next breath asserts that she is no nation; but those aggressions are the act of France.
I here deem it my duty to make some remarks on observations made on this floor, which have a tendency to mislead and alarm the publick mind with regard to France and Spain. We have been told that Spain has insulted us on our own territory. I appeal to the gentleman from Virginia whether he has not declared that we do not possess a foot of ground beyond the Iberville. If so, let the world judge of the consistency of his remarks. I ask if Spain has not ordered her cruisers to respect our vessels, and whether France is not on a friendly footing with us. Shall then the publick mind be deceived with the idea that congress have not acted towards those nations with spirit? For what? Because our boundaries with Spain are not defined. I trust in god, we shall never go to war for that. I repeat it, our affairs are in a train of amicable settlement, and, I trust, they will be soon settled.
It is asserted that France would be as tyrannical on the ocean, as England, had she the same power—this is a point that I have neither foreknowledge or sagacity enough to determine, nor do I consider such assertions either necessary or proper on the present occasion, the degraded point of view in which Spain has been represented, the tyrannical disposition of France; and Britain represented as the only barrier against her tyranny, the forlorn hope of European liberty—I have heard with sorrow, believing such language highly improper, to be used in a legislative
capacity, by any representative of a free people whose interest it is to cultivate peace and harmony with all nations of the earth.
I shall only trouble the committee with one more observation upon the learned and eloquent speech first mentioned, in which I think it was alleged that parchment was the only remedy applied to aggressions on our territory, for which a member from New-Jersey might receive a vegetable specifick. If I am the member alluded to, permit me to reply, that if by dealing in parchment, we can continue to purchase as good bargains as Louisiana, and thereby preserve peace, I hope the United States will always prefer dealing in that commodity rather than to imbrue their hands in human blood. Respecting vegetable specificks I shall only observe, that if that member lives to my age, needing no more specifick medicine, either vegetable or mineral, he may consider it a great blessing; but which I think very improbable.
Mr. Chairman, believing it my duty to deliver my sentiments in as few words as possible, that other members standing on an equal floor, may have an opportunity to deliver theirs, I shall hasten to a conclusion—at the same time, not doubting, that if I was disposed so to do, I could take up the time of the committee as long, and to as little purpose as any member within these walls.
I could, under the pretext of explaining, keep the floor two hours and nine minutes, if the chairman did not order me down, which I hope he will if ever I attempt it.
In explaining I could declare I did not mean to stigmatize a respectable class of citizens with dishonesty, or any other reproachful epithet—and immediately compare them to butterflies of the day, and to slippery eels who will get round and evade any regulations or restrictions that can be made, whose interest is their guide, regardless of the peace and interest of the nation in which they reside.
I could declare that I had not insulted the house; but aimed at certain political characters—and in the next breath charge a majority of the same house with having hoodwinked its members—I again could charge them with bullying England, and truckling to France, and exclaim in an imperious tone, this you have done and you know it.
Mr. Chairman, I could go on still further, and assert that the little trifling arguments of my opponents ought to bear no weight, because destitute of reason, that instinct the guide of the brute creation was superior to such reason—yet declare that I meant no insult to their understanding.
I could then in the prophetic line inform the committee, that if they offended the British minister, he would immediately put forth his strength, and make the United States feel it—and that although France at present appears friendly, she is like the still hog drinking the swill, meditating future evil, and will eventually (if in her power) treat us worse than England.
I could in a few words remove this mighty bugbear that the friends of the resolution have made so much ado about, I mean the impressment of three thousand of our seamen; by informing the committee that it has been the practice of Britain time immemorial—that it has been found indispensably necessary to enable them to man their fleets—that is to say, without these diabolical means, which none but infernal fiends in human shape could even use; they could not so effectually have carried fire and sword, devastation and plunder, to every habitable part of the globe; and thereby so greatly increased the quantum of human misery, and the cries of the widows and fatherless.
I could also, if my conscience would permit, after venting my hatred in the most bitter invectives against the French emperor, that my genius could invent, charged Congress with truckling to him; and bestowing on the government of England the highest applause, for their opposition to French tyranny; repeatedly deny being the apologist of Britain; but a subsequent question arises, would the members of this committee subscribe to the truth of such declarations?
But, Mr. Chairman, I will detain the committee no longer with telling them what might be done; but earnestly call their attention to what has been done, to what has been said on this floor—we have been told that France cannot get a pound of coffee, or sugar, from her own islands except through the medium of American vessels, and that we have a treaty that obliges us to treat them as raises the curtain, and gives a full and complete view of the whole scene—this explains in the most clear and explicit manner, the elaborate speech of two hours and forty-eight minutes, and the explanation of two hours and nine minutes. A horn book politician may by this clearly discover the intention of the member from Virginia, and Tom, Dick, and Harry, if they have only learned the three first letters of the alphabet may understand the meaning, and why he would prefer an embargo, to even a partial non-importation of British manufactures. It is possible that George the third, that zealous defender of the most holy faith, by whose most gracious orders, the colonies of North America were declared out of his protection; and afterwards his paternal care was further manifested, in burning their towns, murdering their citizens, and causing their prisoners to perish with famine, and pestilence, in noisome dungeons, and filthy prison ships.—I say it is possible as the precious life of this great benefactor of mankind is yet preserved, and we are told on this floor, remains animated with the same benevolent spirit, fighting the battles of liberty, against Gallick tyranny; if he should fail by land, his pious zeal may induce him once more to resort to his forlorn hope (as he did in the late war with republican France) declare all her ports and her allies in a state of blockade, cover the ocean with his fleets, in order to affect by famine, what he is unable to do by force of arms—in that case an embargo on American vessels would facilitate his purpose. But here let me ask this committee, can the Congress of the United States countenance such a procedure?—I hope not.
Before I sit down, let me ask the members of this committee, especially you in whose ears the expiring groans of your brethren in arms, of your beloved fellow citizens yet vibrates; slain by the murderous hands of the mercenaries of Great Britain; or more barbarously deprived of life, by famine or pestilence—can you while that same monarch reigns, and instead of diminishing, has added to the long, and black catalogue of crime, set forth in our declaration of independence, which induced you to risk your lives in opposition to his tyranny; can you with complacency, or any degree of approbation, sit and hear that government who continues her tyranny and injustice to these United States, (witness the capture of our vessels and impressment of our seamen) held up by a member on this floor, as the only barrier we have against the tyranny of that nation who in our struggle assisted us with vessels of war, arms, ammunition, men, and money; whose soldiers fought

Tenny, P. R. Thompson, T. W. Thompson, Trigg, Van Cleetland, Van Rensselaer, Verplanck, Wadsworth, D. R. Williams, Williams, Wilson, and Winston—57.
The last amendment to the same section to strike out at the end thereof the words "as soon as may be," and to insert in lieu thereof the words "at or before the next session of Congress," was, on the question being put thereupon, disagreed to by the house.
The amendment to the second section to add to the end thereof the words "and it shall be lawful for the bank of the United States to lend the whole or any part of the same," was, on the question being put thereupon, agreed to by the house.
The last amendment to the said bill to add to the end thereof a new section in the words following:
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That so much as may be necessary of the surplus of the duties on imports and tonnage, beyond the permanent appropriation, heretofore charged upon them by law, shall be, and hereby is pledged and appropriated for the payment of the interest and reimbursement of the principal, of all such monies as may be borrowed in pursuance of this act, according to the terms and conditions on which the loan or loans may be effected, was, on the question being put thereupon, agreed to by the house—Yeas 74—Nays 53.
THURSDAY, January 16. An engrossed bill entitled, "An act making provision for defraying the expenses which may be incurred in the purchase of the Spanish territories lying on the Atlantic Ocean and Gulph of Mexico, and eastward of the Mississippi," was read the third time; and on the question that the same do pass, it was resolved in the affirmative—Yeas 76—Nays 54.
It was then moved and seconded to amend the title of the said bill to read as follows: "An act making provision for defraying any extraordinary expenses attending the intercourse between the United States and foreign nations, and on the question thereupon, it was resolved in the affirmative—Yeas 81—Nays 46.
A motion was then made that a committee be appointed to carry to the senate the following message:
By the House of Representatives, January 16, 1806.
Gentlemen of the Senate, We transmit you a bill which has passed this house, entitled "An act making provision for defraying any extraordinary expenses attending the intercourse between the U. States and foreign nations," and in which we request your concurrence. This bill has been passed by us to enable the President of the U. States to commence with more effect a negotiation for the purchase of the Spanish territories lying on the Atlantic ocean and gulph of Mexico, and eastward of the river Mississippi. The nature and importance of the measure contemplated have induced us to act upon the subject with closed doors. You will of consequence, consider this communication as confidential.
To which motion an amendment was moved to strike out in the proposed message the words "river Mississippi," and to insert in lieu thereof the words "Bay of Perdido;" and on the question thereupon, it passed in the negative—Yeas 59—Nays 68.
The question was then taken, that the house do agree to the motion to send the senate the said message as originally proposed, and resolved in the affirmative.
Ordered, That Mr. Bidwell and Mr. Early be appointed a committee pursuant thereto.
Another motion was then made, and the question being put, to remove the injunction of secrecy so far as respects the report of the select committee made to this house on the 3d inst. on the letter and communications from the President of the United States, referred to them on the 6th of December last.
It passed in the negative—Yeas 46—Nays 71.
FRIDAY, January 17. On a motion made and seconded, that the resolution agreed to by the house on the 14th inst. in the words following to wit:
Resolved, That an exchange of territory between the United States and Spain, is deemed by this house to be the most advantageous mode of settling existing differences respecting limits between the U. States and the court of Madrid, and that any arrangement between the two governments which shall secure to Spain an ample barrier to the side of Mexico, and to the U. States the countries watered by the Mississippi and to the eastward of it, will meet the support and approbation of this house...be now made public.
It passed in the negative. Yeas 46. Nays 64.
A message, in writing, was received from the President of the U. States, as follows:
To the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States.
The inclosed letter from the minister plenipotentiary of the United States at the court of London contains interesting information on the subjects of my other messages of this date. It is sent separately and confidentially, because its publication may discourage frank communications between our ministers generally, and the governments with which they reside, and especially with the same ministers.
TH: JEFFERSON.
January 18, 1806. The letter referred to in the foregoing message was read.
THURSDAY, February 6th.
A message, in writing, was received from the President of the U. S. by Mr. Coles, his secretary, as follows:
To the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States:
"Since the date of my message of January 17, a letter of the 26th of November has been received from the minister plenipotentiary of the U. S. at London, covering one from the secretary of foreign affairs of that government, which, being on the subject of that measure, is now transmitted for the information of Congress. Although nothing forbids the substance of these letters from being communicated without reserve, yet so many ill effects proceed from the publication of correspondences between ministers remaining still in office, that I cannot but recommend that these letters be not permitted to be formally published."
TH: JEFFERSON.
February 6, 1806. The said message and letters accompanying it were read and ordered to lie on the table.
On a motion made and seconded, to amend the secret journal of the house in the manner following, to wit:
"TUESDAY, December 31, 1805."
"The following motion was laid on the table:
Resolved, That dollars be appropriated by law, for the purpose of defraying any extraordinary expenses which may be incurred in the intercourse between the U. S. and foreign nations, to be paid out of any monies in the treasury not otherwise appropriated, and to be applied under the direction of the President of the U. S. who shall have authority, if necessary, to borrow the said sum, or any part thereof, in behalf of the U. S. at a rate of interest not exceeding six per centum per annum; and shall cause an account of the expenditure thereof to be laid before Congress as soon as may be.
Resolved, That the additional duty of two and a half per centum ad valorem, imposed by an act, entitled "An act further to protect the commerce and seamen of the U. S. against the Barbary powers," be continued for years."
The question was taken, "that the journal be so amended," and resolved in the affirmative, by yeas and nays, every member present voting in the affirmative.
A motion was then made and seconded that a committee be appointed to present to the President of the U. S. the resolution agreed to by this house on the 14th ultimo, in the words following, to wit:
Resolved, That an exchange of territory between the U. S. and Spain is deemed by this house to be the most advantageous mode of settling existing differences respecting limits between the U. S. and the court of Madrid, and that any arrangement between the two governments, which shall secure to Spain an ample barrier on the side of Mexico, and to the U. S. the countries watered by the Mississippi and to the eastward of it, will meet the approbation of this house."
On which motion debate arising, it was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration thereof until Thursday next.
And decided in the negative—yeas 57—nays 64.
Another motion was then made and seconded, to amend the said original motion by instructing the same committee also to the present President of the U. S. another resolution agreed to by this house, on the said 14th ultimo, in the words following, to wit:
Resolved, That dollars be appropriated by law, toward defraying the expense which may be incurred, in the purchase of the Spanish territories, lying on the Atlantic Ocean and Gulph of Mexico, and eastward of the Mississippi, to be paid out of any money in the treasury not otherwise appropriated, and to be applied under the direction of the President of the United States, who shall have authority, if necessary, to borrow the said sum, or any part thereof, on behalf of the United States, at a rate of interest not exceeding six per centum per annum, redeemable at will; and shall cause an account thereof to be laid before Congress, as soon as may be."
On which motion to amend, the question being taken,
It was resolved in the affirmative.
And then the main question being taken, that the house do agree to the said original motion, as now amended.
It was resolved in the affirmative.
Ordered, That Mr. John Randolph, and Mr. Gregg be appointed a committee pursuant thereto.
THURSDAY, February 11.
Mr. John Randolph, from the committee appointed on Thursday last, to present to the President of the U. S. the two resolutions of this house of the 14th ultimo, reported, that the committee had, according to order, performed that service.
Mr. Thomas M. Randolph, from the enrolled bills, reported that the committee had examined an enrolled bill, to wit:
"An act making provision for defraying any extraordinary expenses attending the intercourse between the United States and foreign nations," and had found the same to be truly enrolled: whereupon,
Mr. Speaker signed the said enrolled bill.
Ordered, That the clerk of this house do acquaint the senate therewith.
WEDNESDAY, February 12.
Mr. Thomas M. Randolph, from the joint committee for enrolled bills, reported, that the committee did, yesterday, present to the President of the United States for his approbation, an enrolled bill, entitled, "An act making provision for defraying any extraordinary expenses attending the intercourse between the United States and foreign nations."
TUESDAY, February 18.
A message in writing, was received from the President of the United States, by Mr. Coles, his secretary, as follows:
To the House of Representatives of the United States.
"On the 13th instant I approved and signed the act, entitled "an act making provision for defraying any extraordinary expenses attending the intercourse between the U. States and foreign nations," which originated in the House of Representatives, and I shall, in due season, deposit it among the rolls in the office of Secretary of state."
TH: JEFFERSON.
February 18, 1806.
MONDAY, March 24.
A message, in writing, was received from the President of the United States, by Mr. Coles, his secretary, as follows:
To the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States.
"I communicate to congress a letter recently received from the Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States at London, stating some circumstances which bear relation to the subject of my message of January 17th. This paper being original, and to be communicated to both Houses, the return of it is requested."
TH: JEFFERSON.
The said message and document accompanying it, were severally twice read.
Ordered, That the letter referred to in the said message, be returned to the President of the United States agreeably to his request.
LATEST FROM EUROPE.
The ship United States, arrived below yesterday, after a short passage of 28 days from London—her accounts, therefore, are 14 or 15 days later than those heretofore received. Mr. Purviance, (son of the collector of this port) with other passengers came up last evening in the Annapolis packet. The gentleman named politely forwarded us a number of London papers of dates 27, 26, 23, 21, and 20th of February—and others irregular, and not so late. Their contents claim but little interest—the following selections are the most important we could furnish.
Baltimore American.
CAPTURE OF MEDINA.
Last night a packet arrived at the India house from Mr. Barker, the company's resident at Badgat, containing an account of the capture of Medina by the Wahabees, whose army, having been reinforced from the desert, has overwhelmed the adjacent country, and taken the city by assault, with infinite bloodshed and devastation. They set fire to Medina in various places, destroyed the mosques, after having ransacked them of their valuable shrines and treasures, and completely demolished the tomb of the prophet.
Some thousands of the females of the first rank were carried off by the besiegers into the desert, with a number of the principal male inhabitants. A troop of camels were also sent away with jewels and other treasure to an immense amount.
Our letters from Holland continue to assert, that Buonaparte perseveres in his earnest entreaties to the king of Prussia, to induce his majesty to shut his ports against the commerce of England, and it is feared that implacable tyrant will ultimately carry his point in this respect. Much, however, will depend upon the result of the negotiations now pending at Berlin, in which the Danish minister takes a conspicuous part.
A council of the cabinet ministers was yesterday afternoon held at Mr. Secretary Fox's office, in Downing-street. Rumour stated, that the deliberations related to the subject of peace; but we could not trace this rumour to any authentic source.
A private letter from Bremen of the 11th inst. contains the following article, relative to the sentences passed on the officers whose conduct produced the recent misfortunes to the house of Austria:
"You have of course heard that the archduke Charles has caused a thorough investigation into the causes of the misfortunes of the imperial arms in Germany, and astonishing to think, the undermentioned persons, so high in the confidence of his majesty, are said to have had the following sentences passed upon them, for the criminal part they have acted in the late transactions—
Prince Auersberg, to be deprived of his nobility, his estates confiscated, and imprisoned ten years in the fortress of Speilberg.
Prince Lambert, imprisoned for life, in the said fortress.
General Jell, sentenced to be shot.
Privy counsellor Callenbach, ordered to quit the imperial states.
Counsellor Faszender, to be dismissed from his office.
Field Marshal Kaunitz, and Field Marshal Aufenberg, have committed suicide while under arrest.
All the staff officers of the regiments of Kaunitz and Spork, reduced and disgraced.
Count Cobentzel, ordered to quit the country.
General Mack's plans to be submitted to a board of general officers.
Thirty generals dismissed, and many more under examination.
The trimming policy of the cabinet of Berlin is universally reprobated in the north of Germany. It has formally acknowledged the mock sovereignty of Bavaria and Wurtemberg.
We received this morning American papers to the 16th ult. The congress has been occupied in close sitting in the discussion of the differences between the court of Madrid and the United States, as well as of the grounds of complaint preferred by the mercantile interest against the acts of violence that have been so frequently imputed to our cruisers. None of the proceedings in either had, however, been allowed to transpire. The merchants of New-York are extremely indignant at the restrictions and vexations under which they assert their trade labours, from the conduct of British ships of war. Should their complaints be just, we sincerely hope that every explanation and facility will be offered by our government to preserve a good understanding with the United States.
We understand that a close blockade of all the enemy's ports is one of the measures determined upon by the new board of admiralty.
Accounts were yesterday received from Dublin, of partial disturbances having arisen in the county of Mayo, but wholly unconnected with any political question. They are stated to have originated solely in the vexatious manner, to the poorer classes, in which the tithes are let, and in which they are collected.
February 25.
The electors of Bavaria and Wurtembergh were proclaimed kings on the 1st day of this month, at which time Napoleon was at Munich. A report had prevailed on the continent, that he intended making a visit to Berlin, where, it appears, the emperor Alexander is again expected.
February 26.
It is the general opinion in Spain, that they will be compelled by the French, to march an army against Portugal in the approaching spring. We recollect an article to this effect, in the Moniteur some days ago, given as intelligence received from Madrid, but which, in all probability, came direct from the French government.
Landing on Commerce-Street wharf, from the Ship Fredonia, Capt. Richardson, from Tobago,
5 Puncheons RUM,
1 do. SHRUB,
1 do. Fresh Lime Juice.
And in Store, just received,
20 Hhds. St. Vincents and Trinidad MOLASSES, superior quality,
2000 Bushels Black Eyed PEAS—For Sale by Price & Waddey.
April 7. 2t 644
The STOCKHOLDERS in the Marine Insurance Company of Norfolk, are informed that an Election for fifteen Directors will be held at the Office of the said Company, on the first day of May next, to commence at 10 o'Clock in the forenoon of the said day.
John Cowper, Sec'ty.
April 4. 1stM 642
Liverpool Coarse and Fine SALT,
For Sale on board the Ship Monticello, Captain Wilson.—Apply to
William Pennock.
April 4. 3w 637
Now landing from on board the Ship Maria, from Jamaica, and for Sale,
83 Puncheons of RUM.
William Pennock.
April 4. 3w 638
TO RENT,
(And possession given immediately,)
That commodious STORE on Main-
Street, No 22, near the old market-place, together with a large Cellar and other apartments, well calculated either for Groceries or Dry Goods.
ALSO,
Two large DWELLING-HOUSES, with
Stores in front, on Bank-Street.—Apply to
Robert Farmar.
Who has for Sale, on low terms,
A few CANAL SHARES,
The property of a gentleman to the Northward.
April 4. tf 640
The Members of the Dismal Swamp
Canal Company, are requested to meet at the Eagle Tavern,
opposite the Market-House, on the 24th of May next, to
elect a President and Directors, and other business of importance
to the said company.—Notice is also given to those who
are delinquents in the payment of the quotas heretofore called
for, that unless they make payment of their respective bal-
ances, on or before the said day, that their Shares will be Sold
on Monday, the 5th of May, following the above mentioned
day of meeting.
By order of the President and Directors,
William Charles Lee,
Clerk D. S. Canal Co.
April 2. 12t May 634
On Thursday the 1st day of May next, will
be sold at the Great Bridge, under a deed in Trust, to the
highest bidder, for approved paper at 60 days,
FOURTEEN NEGROES,
Consisting of Men, Women and Children, among them are
three excellent SAWYERS, and House SERVANTS.
By order of The Trustee.
ALSO,
At the same time and place, and on the same terms, will be sold,
One Hundred Acres of Land,
Lying at Edmund's Hill, Four Horses, Two Yoke of Oxen, Four Carts, One Riding Chair and One Stage, Pitt Saws, Axes, &c. &c.
James Callis.
March 21. tds 598
THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
MONDAY EVENING, APRIL 7, 1806.
The Members of the Chamber of Commerce are requested to attend a Meeting THIS EVENING, at 7 o'Clock, at the Exchange Coffee-House.
To the attention of our correspondent at Baltimore, we are indebted for the American of Thursday and Friday; in the last are the proceedings of the House of Representatives with closed doors, which we copy into our paper of this day, the injunction of secrecy having been taken off on Monday last. The length of these proceedings occupy so large a portion of our paper, and the expectation that we shall shortly receive the documents which produced these proceedings, have determined us to suspend any observations for the present. We observe with pride and pleasure that the members whose political sentiments we most respect, voted in favour of those dignified measures which we are to regret were not adopted.
The ship U. States arrived at Baltimore, brings London advices to the last of February; they do not appear of importance. A few extracts are given in this day's paper, taken from Baltimore papers. The Lord Mayor and Aldermen of London, presented an address to the King on the 20th of February, expressive of their confidence in the virtue and wisdom of the present administration.
The French under Massena have entered Naples. Angereau has levied a contribution of 4,500,000 francs upon the city of Frankfort, besides charging it with the maintenance of 10,000 troops. Unable to support such an excessive imposition, the senate of that miserable city has sent three deputies to Paris, to implore the mercy of the Corsican Emperor.
It is stated in the Baltimore Federal Gazette that despatches have been received from Mr. Monroe by the United States, as late as the last of February, which are of the most pleasing nature. The new administration has given the most satisfactory assurances of a speedy and honourable adjustment of all matters in dispute. This was what we both expected and wished.
The schooner Medusa, capt. Gold, arrived here on Saturday in 12 days from Laguira.—She had been sent out express, to apprise the government of the province of Carraccas of Miranda's expected expedition; he had not been heard of when captain Gold sailed. If Miranda is actually bound to Carraccas, it is probable his attempt will fail, as with notice to the government, the force he has must be inadequate to any important object.
A bill for the relief of Hamet Caramalli has been reported in the senate.
DIED, yesterday morning, Mr. ALEXANDER MOSELEY, in the 19th year of his age, son of the late Mr. ALEXANDER MOSELEY, of this Borough.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Sch'r Medusa, Gold, 12 days from Laguira, cofee, bound to Baltimore.
Left there, ships Margaret, Gardner, of Philadelphia; Speedwell, Wells, do.; Olive, Dawson, New-York; Pamela, Taylor, Charleston. Brigs Leo, Gardner, of Nantucket; Endymion, Kitts, of Philadelphia; Resolution, Turner, of do. Schooners Hope, Dawson, of Baltimore; Felicity, Felty, of do. March 25, in lat. 20, long. 70, was boarded by two French privateers, and very much abused, striking captain G. repeatedly with a rope's end. Three days before they had captured the sch'r Ann Ballard, from this port bound to Jamaica, and sent her to the city of St. Domingo.
Sch'r Federal George, Fields, 6 days from Boston, bound to Baltimore.
Sch'r Ranger, Dennison, 16 days from St. Bartholomews, bound to Portland, in distress, having sprang aleak—cargo Sugar and Mahogany.
Sloop Little Poll, Curtis, from Alexandria bound to Portsmouth, N. H. put back, having sprang aleak, laden with bread, flour and corn.
In Hampton Roads, bound to Alexandria, the brig Columbia, McCobb, 13 days from Antigua; and sch'r Philip, Taber, 18 days from Martinique.
The sch'r Five Sisters, Brown, of this port was captured by a French privateer, captain and crew plundered, and sent into St. Jago de Cuba, where she was released on the 4th of last month.
The brig Hope, Moss, from this port to Jamaica, is taken and sent into Barracoa.
Cavalry Attention!!!
•• You are desired to meet on the parade ground on Smith's Point, opposite Mr. Bruner's, TOMORROW EVENING, precisely at half past 4 o'clock, on foot, and unaccompanied.—By order of the Captain,
Wm. Thomson, 1st Lieut.
April 7.
For London,

STORAGE.
Our large Brick Ware-House on Town Point, is now fitted to receive property on Storage—The superior advantages of this building in point of security and despatch is evident, and attention will be paid to what is put in care.
Articles Stored are frequently authorized to Sell, and have generally on hand,
 FLOUR of different Inspections,  TOBACCO —Of different Inspections,  RUM —Antigua, Windward Island, and Continental.  BRANDY —Cognac, Bourdeaux, Spanish, Peach, Apple.  GIN —Holland, Continental.  WINE —Madeira, Teneriffe, Malaga, Claret, Port and Cape.  Molasses, Sugar, Coffee —Cordage of various kinds—Salt loose and in sacks. 
George Murray, & Co. March 3. tf 543
CASH Given for Twenty Shares of VIRGINIA BANK STOCK. Apply to the Editor of this Paper. March 14. tf 579
JUST LANDED, 25 Hogsheads Choice MOLASSES. For Sale by Thos. H. Parker. Jan. 10. tf 426
New England RUM in hds. and bbls. Malaga WINE in quarter casks, New-York Prime PORT, Russia and Raven's DUCK, Two Casks CORDAGE, Mould and Dipped CANDLES, SOAP in Boxes, Imperial and Souchong TEAS—By James M'Clenachan. Who would receive Goods on Storage, at his fire-proof Warehouse, on Marsden's Wharf. March 19. tf 595
GENUINE GARDEN SEEDS, Imported in the Ship Shepherdess , from London, for Sale—Consisting of
 Windsor BEANS, White Blossom do. Early Mazagm, Early Charlton PEA, Golden Hotspur do. Crown and Egg do. Blue Prussian do. Spanish Marotto, do. Large Round do. Dwarf Marotto do. Tall Green do. Wells Marotto do. Early Yellow SNAP, Negro French do. Black Speckled do. Purple Speckled do. Chinese and Scarlet do. Arbour do. Early Scarlet Radish, Salmon and Scarlet do. Short Top and Naples do. Red and White Turnip do. Long White Transparent do. Black Spanish do. Early York Cabbage, Sugar Loaf do. Early and Late Buttersex, Madeira & Turnip Rooted do. Large Drum Head do. German Red do. Colewort and Borecole, Green and Yellow Savoy, White Brocoli.  Hardy Green do. Purple Branching do. Early and Late Cauliflowers, James' Keeping Onion, Madeira and Welch do. Red and Silver Skinned do. Norfolk Field Turnip, Red, Round, and Yellow do. Hanover and Stone do. Tankard do. Ice and Cabbage Lettuce, Hardy Hammersmith, do. Brown, Dutch, and Loaf, do. Green Turkey Cucumber, Early Frame do. Patagonian do. Long and Short Prickly do. Large Orange Carrot, Early Horn do. and Parsnip, Red and White Beet, Talland Dwarf Nasturtion, Solid Celery, Double Parsley, Green Curled Endive, Broad Leaved Leek, Salsapary and Scorzonera, Artichoke and Asparagus, Chardon and Chervil, Pimpernell and Root Scarcey, Round and Prickly Spinach, Broad Cress and Pepper Grass, Mushroom Spawn, Hemlock and Okra, Saffron and Rape. 
Garden, Flower, and Herb SEEDS; White and Red Clover SEED; Lucerne, Timothy, Burnett, Hemp, & Canary SEED;—Also, Scotch BARLEY; OAT MEAL, and Fine DURHAM MUSTARD. Samuel Osborne, Main-Street, near the Old Market place. He will be further supplied with the best of those articles by the next arrival from London. March 17. tf 588
To Rent, A HOUSE pleasantly situated in the Fields, at present occupied by Mrs. MILHADO.—For terms apply to David Milhado. Feb. 24. tf 527
SUGAR AND COFFEE. Landing this morning on Town-Point, the cargo of the brig Wheeler, from Guadalupe, consisting of Clayed and Muscovada SUGARS, and Prime Green COFFEE in tierces. To be sold on moderate terms. Robert Dickson. Feb. 7. tf 436
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
We have received by the brig Fame, Capt. Cox, from Jamaica, 75 Puncheons high proof RUM, 4 Hogsheads MOLASSES —For Sale by Redmond & Frith. Feb. 24. tf 523
EAGLE TAVERN. The Subscriber has taken that eligible stand in Market-square, and has to inform his friends and the public 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 Genteel BOARDERS by the Year. Thomas Glenn. January 13. 3m 433
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 Planter, Captain Boush, and for sale by Gilliat & Mackinder. September 9. tf 136
ROBERT GIBSON,
Has removed to the Fire-Proof Ware-House in Wide Water-Street, nearly opposite Commerce Street. Feb. 28. tf 556
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
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.
 GILLIAT AND MACKINDER, Have received by the Ship PLANTER , Boush, from London, and FRONTERA , from Liverpool, their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, And will be Sold on low terms, for Cash, or approved Acceptance in Town.—Amongst which are  17 Bales of Napt Cottons. 16 Boxes Boys' and Men's Hats.  18 do. of Rose Blankets. 6 Boxes of Manchester's.  8 do. Stripe do. 4 Boxes Cutlery, assorted.  9 do. White and Red Flannels. 20 Casks Shot.  10 do. White Plains and Kerseys. 150 Kegs of Gunpowder.  12 do. Blue do. 40 Casks Nails.  14 do. Blue & Green Half Thick. 4 do. Seine Twine.  6 do. Stripe and Grey Coatings. 6 Boxes Mens' and Womens' Worsted Hose.  2 do. Yarn Hose. 3 Boxes of Osnaburgs.  do. Carpeting and Carpets. Fleece Hosiery, for Ladies and Gentlemen's wear.  8 do. Mixed Fearnoughts. Muslins, Dimities, Calicoes, &c. &c. 
The above packages are well assorted. September 16. tf 145
NOTICE. My health being such as to require a change of air, I shall leave this State some time in April; such persons as have claims against me will bring them forward for settlement, and those indebted are requested to discharge the same, or give security for future payment. William Leigh. Portsmouth, Feb. 28. tf 539
 For Sale, by the Subscriber, 250 Hogsheads Petersburg Tobacco, 80 do. Richmond  50 Bales Upland Cotton, 4 do. Sea Island  12 Pines Holland GIN, 5 Puncheons Old Jamaica RUM, 11 Hogsheads Philadelphia Leaf SUGAR, 100 Casks Claret WINE, 12 Casks Cordials, 6 Boxes FRUIT, preserved in Brandy, 12 Boxes CASTLE SOAP, 23 Casks well assorted GLASSWARE, 23 Crates do. EARTHENWARE, 3 do. and 1 hhd. do. assorted for family use.  25 Pieces Twilled SACKING, 6 Casks Sheathing NAILS, 20 Boxes Windsor GLASS, 8 by 10, and 40 Gross Wine and Porter BOTTLES. 
Alexander Maclure. March 21. 1m 597
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
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
For Rent, The Store, Compting Room & Cellar, No. 41, Main-Street, lately occupied by Mr. Wm. M'Cutchen. Apply to Thomas Willock. March 17. tf 587
One Hundred Dollars Reward.
WILL be given, to white or black, that will deliver to me dead or alive, a negro named DAVEY, who runs away from me on the 5th instant. He is about 5 feet 9 inches high, very black, well made, and very active, with a full face, and speaks pretty when spoken to. He has been a servant to a family as a carriage driver, and has been lately put to the shipcarpenter's and caulker's trade, and works well at the latter. As he is a lazy fellow, he no doubt, will attempt to live with some person as a servant. He made an attempt to run away from his former master, where for the northward, but was apprehended in Virginia, and made for the northward, but was apprehended, particularly in the town, and I have no doubt but his intention is again to get off to the northward, either by land or water. I recollect a very notable white speck on his two upper middle fore teeth, which will be discovered on examination. He may have other marks for what I know, not having owned him more than four years. I cannot describe any particular ones about him, but make no doubt he has scars, as he has been whipped before I purchased him. He is very fond of spirits, and will get drunk when he has an opportunity; plays cards, and is much given to roguery. He wore off with him blue negro cotton clothing, and had second hand clothing; but no doubt he will change both his clothing and his name, as he is an artful fellow; and if taken, will fight; and when taken, if not well secured, will make his escape. I do hereby forward all masters of vessels and others from harbouring or carrying him off at their peril. The above reward, and all traveling expenses, will be paid, if the distance exceeds 75 miles. John Drew, Jr. —Port Tomsbottle, near Edenton. March 17. tf 587
VILLAINY EXPOSED.
On the 11th of August, 1805, JOHN ROBERTS, master of the schooner Aurora , of Baltimore, sailed from Norfolk with 500 bushels of Coal, taken at City Point from on board the ship Bellisle , John Hair, master, from Glasgow. The said Coal was shipped for Mr. Merry, the British minister at Washington; but instead of proceeding to that place, the said Roberts went round to Philadelphia, and there disposed of the Coal on his own account; after which he sold the vessel, and has not been heard of since. It was stated by him at Philadelphia, that the Coal was Virginia produce, and he entered a protest on oath before Nicholas Diehol, Esq. Notary Public in Philadelphia, asserting that he sailed from Norfolk bound to Baltimore, with the Coal on board as ballast; and having in a heavy gale of wind sprung his fore mast, was drove out to sea, and compelled by stress of weather to put into that port. Being bound to an adjoining state, and the cargo under the value specified in the 14th section of the Coasting Act, he was authorized to proceed without a clearance; but on his arrival at Philadelphia, being other than a district in the same or in an adjoining state, in order to his being permitted to enter he made the said protest, and reported his vessel agreeably to the 22d section of the said act, declaring at the same time that the cargo was shipped by and consigned to himself. Should the said JOHN ROBERTS have returned to Baltimore, or his residence elsewhere be ascertained, it will be subserving the cause of justice to make it known to the Collector of that port, or those of Philadelphia, Norfolk or Petersburg. February 28. tf 556
PROPOSALS
BY ROBERT D. RICHARDSON; For Printing by Subscription, for the benefit of Mrs. WINCHESTER, a Pamphlet, entitled
A Plain Political Catechism; Intended for the use of Schools in the United States of America, by the late Rev. Elhanan Winchester , author of a "Course of Lectures on the Prophecies, &c. &c."
 CONDITIONS.  I. The work will be printed on paper of a superior quality, with a handsome type, and will comprise in small octavo, about eighty pages.  II. It will be put to press as soon as subscriptions can be obtained for five hundred copies; and no money will be required but on the delivery of the book.  III. The price for each copy, neatly covered with blue paper, will be Fifty Cents.  AMONG the various Political Tracts which have been published in these United States, there are but few more entertaining, and truly interesting, than the Political Catechism, by Elhanan Winchester, that distinguished Republican.—The accuracy of his information, the elegance of his diction, and the extent of his knowledge, in addition to the genuine spirit of candor which this production betrays throughout, unite to prove, that it may not only be a valuable acquisition to the rising generation, but highly beneficial to experienced politicians. ** Subscriptions received at this Office. April 2. tf 650
TO RENT, For 6 months, from the 21st inst. the HOUSE lately occupied by John Rorke, & Co. at the corner of Main and Bank-Streets. For terms apply to Gilliat & Mackinder. March 28. tf 620
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
JOHN STRATTON, Having removed to the house lately occupied by Mr. William Hartshorne, neatly fitted up the Exchange Coffee House, would be glad to take 8 or 10 BOARDERS, by the week, month, or year. Every attention will be paid to render those comfortable who may favour him with their custom, and charges reasonable. March 14. 1m 581
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. 19.
NOTICE. I request all persons having claims against the Estate of JOHN WADDEY, Sen. deceased, of Northampton County, Eastern Shore, Virginia, to bring them forward properly attested on or before the first day of June next, as I shall plead this notice in bar against all claims that may appear after that date. I. R. Waddey, Executor to the Will annexed. Northampton Court-Yard, Feb. 1. 2m 400
WANTED, A WET NURSE, To whom a liberal salary will be given. Apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. March 10. tf 569
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virginia, August 31, 1805. In consequence of instructions by him received from his government, hereby gives notice, to the merchants concerned in the trade to His Majesty's Dominions, that according to the terms of the Act of the 37th of the King C. 97, no British built vessel captured by His Majesty's enemies, afterwards purchased by citizens of the United States, and sailing under a Sea Letter can be admitted to entry under the said Act, as an American vessel. 114 John Hamilton.
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
WARM SPRINGS
In the County of Bath, Virginia. Having taken a lease on the Warm Springs for 10 years, from the 1st April, 1805, we wish to acquaint the publick, that at great expence and much labour we have improved it, to accommodate genteelly one hundred and fifty persons, having erected 15 new houses, among them is a range of frame stables 240 feet long, together with other stables roomy enough to hold about 100 horses; also 10 new houses 21 by 18 feet, built convenient to the Bath, with stone chimneys, and finished off neatly—a large and commodious sitting room for the ladies, furnished with different kinds of instruments of musick, and kept for that purpose only.—A new Bath will be made distinct from the present one, intended for such persons as may not choose to mix with the strong and healthy. We have also taken a lease on the SWEET SPRINGS in the county of Monroe, distant 50 miles from the Warm Springs for 9 years, and are making the necessary preparations for the accommodation of the visitors.—The strictest attention will be paid to give satisfaction, as we know from many years experience, that without it but few customers can be expected. It is with much satisfaction that we have it in our power to assure the publick that the different houses of entertainment in the roads leading to the Springs, have of late been much attended to by the proprietors, most of which, (above the Ridge) the subscribers have visited, and have found that appearances seem to indicate, that in future, travellers will be well accommodated. We wish to purchase a BLACK-SMITH, for one that comes well recommended, a generous price will be given.—Also, wanted to employ a discreet elderly WOMAN, to undertake the management of the place of House-keeper, either at the Sweet or Warm Springs, one inclined to be industrious, and qualified to discharge such duties, will meet with liberal wages on application to us. Robt. & Geo. Turner. 11stM 572
In addition to the above advertisement, a correspondent who is well acquainted with that part of the state, and all the different houses of entertainment on the road, observes, that from the Bell Tavern in Richmond, kept by the Turners, the mail stage goes once a week to that healthy and social town of Staunton, fifteen miles beyond the Blue Ridge, where there are two Taverns, one kept by Wm. Chambers, and the other by J. Edmondson, equal to comfort and good living to any taverns perhaps on the continent, each of them keep a stage and excellent horses, with careful drivers, well acquainted with the mountain roads, and one or the other always ready to convey passengers to the Warm Springs, and from thence the Turners have a carriage and horses to convey them to the Sweet Springs, so that a passenger can step into the stage at Norfolk, and without any further trouble than paying those who attend him, be conveyed 360 miles to the Sweet Springs. It was determined last fall by the different tavern keepers and others concerned, to oblige the overseers of the roads to do their duty, and to give personal assistance themselves where it was most wanted. To those who have seen that country, description is unnecessary—but to the stranger it may be justly observed that two weeks of indulgence at the Warm Spring Bath, is a full compensation for the fatigues of the journey. March 17. tf 591
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. In Chancery. 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 has entered his appearance, and is in the hands of, 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. 18th Mon. Ap. 472
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virg. Jan. 18, 1806. 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 all 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 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 one thousand eight hundred and six. 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
FOR RENT, The three large and commodious Ware-Houses on the lower end of Gibson's Wharf—Possession may be had immediately, by applying to John Southgate, or William Dickson. Feb. 26. tf 584
Landing from on board the ship Sheffield, and for Sale by the Subscribers, on their Wharf, 282 Hogsheads CLARET, 55 Casks do. 6 do. BURGUNDY, 36 do. HERMITAGE, 25 do. S. and OIL, 25 do. PRESERVED FRUITS, 25 do. OLIVES and ANCHOVIES—All of very superior quality, and entitled to drawback. C. & F. Whittle. March 24. tf 601
NEW RICE. For Sale a-Float on board the schooner Comfort , capt. Drummond, from Charleston, 180 Tierces choice New RICE. Fisk & Cullett. March 24. tf 607
HUNTER & GATEWOOD, Have received per Ship Jane , Captain Colley, 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. 42, Main-Street, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms for cash, or short payments. November 8. tf 262
FRANCIS SMITH, Has opened his Vendue and Commission Office at the Store lately occupied by Messrs. Bowman and Walker, No. 48, Main-Street. Jan. 20. tf 451
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY, ON TOWN POINT, A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street.
THE Subscriber has, at a considerable expence, 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 skillful 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. 3s. per M.  3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do.  8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, Brads, 8d per lb.  6d, do. 4s 6d per M.  4d, do. 3s. do.  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
WANTED TO PURCHASE, A NEGRO WOMAN, who is a good House-Servant and Sempstress; one without children will be preferred. For one well recommended, a liberal price will be given. Apply to the Editor. Feb. 2. tf 479
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.