Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1808-07-18 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE And PUBLICK LEDGER  INT HIC ETIAM SUA PREMIA LAUS
[VOL. V.]
MONDAY EVENING, JULY 18, 1808.
NO. 1.]
From the United States' Gazette.
LETTERS FROM A GERMAN FARMER, SETTLED IN THE UNITED STATES, TO HIS FRIEND IN HOLLAND. No. I.
My Dear Friend, I can no longer delay the information you have so frequently solicited. The kind interest you have always taken in my affairs, and the ardent prayers you breathe, to him who rules the destinies of empires, for the welfare of the country which has adopted me, ought to have ensured from me, a more seasonable compliance with your request. The first enquiry you have been good enough to make, affords a temptation to garrulity, which few old men are able to resist. Although "three score" has silvered my locks, yet, thanks be to God and the temperance early taught me by my parents, I enjoy a share of good health, unusual at my time of life. Frugality, but I hope not any parsimony, has made me independent. The best of women, the wife of my youth the partner of my life and hopes, is still spared, to participate with me, the blessings which God has bestowed. Our two sons, De Witt and Van Tromp, the only children we have ever had, bear the names best calculated to perpetuate the memory of the brave and gallant nation, from which you, as well as they are descended. They are comfortably settled in this neighbourhood; are now in the prime and vigour of life; and, I am happy to say, possess intelligent and improved minds, and what affords me infinitely more pleasure, are men of probity and piety. You, who have had the goodness to inquire concerning my sons, will not be displeased, if I take the liberty, in the course of this correspondence, of occasionally introducing them to your further notice.
I purpose to take up your enquiries in the order you have been pleased to make them. It is natural that you and your friends, who are desirous of following the example set you by so many of your countrymen, of emigrating to the United States should be desirous of receiving correct information respecting the character of the people, with whom you are about to identify yourselves. So far as my feeble powers extend, I will endeavour to give you the results of many years experience and observation. You will readily perceive that the intelligence you wish upon this head, cannot be comprised in a few words. Naturalists have observed that crossing the strain, as it is termed, in animals, improves the breed; and if there be any truth in the remark, when applied to the human race, the Americans must be allowed the advantage over all other people: for they are a family made up from almost all the nations of the world. In speaking particularly of the character of your and my countrymen, permit me to quote the words of a late political writer, and to add some remarks of my own. "But, perhaps," says he, "all the adopted children of America, ought willingly to yield the preference to those, of whom I have reserved it to myself to speak the last; I mean the inhabitants of the free, and far famed republic of Holland. I confess," continues he, "that I have some of their blood in my veins, which I hope, will excuse the partiality I venture to avow. Remember that the emigrants of that country were among the last to land upon our shores. Let any one run his eye over the history of their ancestors, and he will acknowledge that they ought to be among the most favoured sons of America. With more than human efforts, that preserving, entertaining, brave and gallant nation, laid the foundation of their empire, where God and nature seemed to forbid them to place it; and, in despite of an almost united world, and in despite of the very elements themselves, raised the noble superstructure of their liberties. If Homer were to live over again, he would select this land of heroes, above all others, to immortalize with his song."
To you, my good sir, who, with your friends, are now weeping amidst the ruins of those liberties, it must afford no trifling consolation to learn, that your fellow countrymen, who have settled here have not degenerated from their ancestors. In piety, in morality, in patience, perseverance, and enterprise—in talents, honesty, and love of liberty, they are surpassed by none. In the struggle of America for her liberties, they were among the most gallant of her soldiers; and when the time came for "beating their swords into ploughshares and their spears into pruning hooks," they proved themselves the best of her farmers. The goddess of plenty every where smiles upon their labours. If cruel fortune places them upon the sterile mountain, they soon polish and adorn the rudest of nature's works—but if kinder stars lead them to the fruitful valley, they make a residence fit for Ceres herself. Enter their villages, and in every house you may find the mother of virtue, but the parent vice is, in no place to be seen. God has been bountiful to them, and their places of worship are every where the noblest monuments of gratitude. Their pastors, who are generally men of profound learning and unadulterated piety, are unwearied in their labours for the welfare of their flocks. Hasten then, my dear friend, to leave a country from which liberty is banished, and join a people, among whom she is still worshiped. We have both read, that when the ambition of Louis XIV marched such innumerable hosts into Holland, to rob our ancestors of their liberties, fifty thousand families were about to emigrate to Batavia. O! that the same enthusiastic love of liberty, which set the faces of our fathers in those days to the east, would, in these still more unpropitious times, direct those of her children to the west. What can still attach your unhappy countrymen to their degraded soil?—Return to its native element, and leave the tyrant, who has stripped you of your
liberties, to rule the winds and the waves. Although I have been speaking of our immediate countrymen, it is but justice to observe, that here there is less difference between the Germans and the inhabitants of the low countries, than even subsists in Europe. They have amalgamated, and may now be said to form but one people, with scarcely any perceptible shades of difference in character. I, therefore, beg that what I have said of the one, may be taken as applicable to the other. If I could find a fault with either, it is that they are less inclined than they ought to be, to present themselves as candidates for the offices and honours of the government. Some of the men best qualified for such situations, are backward and diffident, and unwilling to engage in the toils of publick life; preferring the happiness and comforts of domestic pursuits. The consequence is, that, in place of those thus circumstanced, men among us, who are utterly unqualified for such situations, are brought forward the dupes, the mere automata of particular factions, with a view of securing the German interest at the election. Our people generally, however, have too much good sense to give their suffrages to tools of this description; for none but the most illiterate and uninformed are thus led away. They are sufficiently aware of the necessity of selecting the best of talents for the service of their country: and they ask not, is he a German, an Irishman, an Englishman, a Scotchman, a native American—an inhabitant of the West or the East—of the South or the North—but is he an able and virtuous man? Indeed this ever ought to be the only inquiry. The same diffidence and backwardness is, likewise, too much the characteristic of the natives generally. But an Irishman, particularly if he be a man of bad character, will frequently obtrude himself into notice, and obtain trust and promotion by means which none but himself would venture to adopt. This modest assurance, as it is termed, will sometimes make a man just landed among us, intertere in our affairs, before he has seen a revolving sun. We have now an Irishman of this character among us, more factious and a spoiler than Cataline, and whose influence has pervaded the union—who has made and unmade presidents and governors as he pleased—who has, in the end, proved himself the pest and curse of every country which has harboured him. His influence, however, is at least upon the wane: for it begins now generally to be believed, that he is an emissary of Napoleon, employed and paid by him to prepare America for the yoke, in the same manner that poor deluded Holland was enslaved. Without either truth or spirit to recommend him (being in both these respects most ignominiously deficient) he has contrived to encompass himself with a body of his fellow natives, who, in fact, may be termed his gladiators; and, with their aid, he has borne down all that was honest and virtuous among foreigners from other countries settled in the United States, and even among the natives themselves. The best of those men, thanks be to God, are daily falling off from him. Notwithstanding these remarks, I must entreat you not to consider me as reflecting upon the Irish nation. I trust that I am superior to that illiberal prejudice which would make me blind to the virtues of any people. I fully adopt the sentiment of the same writer, to whom I have before referred. "An honest Irishman is," says he "of all others, the noblest work of God. He is brave—he is generous—he is sincere. Honor is entwined with the very fibres of his heart—he parts with it only when he parts with his life. Were nature herself called upon for her masterpiece, she would bring it from Ireland: were she asked for the vilest of her performances, truth," continues he, "obliges me to say she would seek it in Ireland." The Irish have a sprightliness of mind, and a bluntness and plainness of manner which recommend them to the Americans; but what particularly entitles them to consideration is a belief that generally prevails of the hardship and oppression which they have sustained in their own native country; and the entire confidence thereby inspired of their aversion to tyranny. Those who have been settled here for any length of time, regard Britain, as they are disposed to every other nation, "in peace, friends; in war, enemies." The same ardent love of liberty which brought them to this country, is just beginning to inspire them with just apprehensions of danger from another quarter. They now perceive all the world, but America and Britain, kneeling at the footstool of France. If they once became generally impressed with an opinion that Napoleon means to stretch his sceptre over America, there is no set of men among us who will struggle longer for their liberties than the Irish. Their great leader, and, "would be," master, labours incessantly to persuade them that the French have no designs upon this country—that their emperor is principally fighting to restore to us the liberty of the seas. They are told every day that Napoleon is the friend of America—that he, who is taking such rapid strides to universal conquest, will, out of his particular regard to the Americans, spare the United States—that it is only necessary to avoid giving him offence, and that all will be well; but, if the worst comes to the worst, we are able to cope with all Europe. With these and such like arguments, this Irish leader and French incendiary has obtained an ascendancy with his countrymen, which has led too many of them astray from the path of their duty and interest. The delusion is diminishing every hour; and by no set of men among us will this traitor, in a short time, be more detested than by the Irish. It will be they themselves, I venture to predict, who will, one day or another, take exemplary vengeance for the deception he has put upon them. They will prove to him, that an honest Irishman, if he is deceived, is sure to be revenged. Farewell.
LETTER I. To the Editor of the North American. SIR, Were it not for the degrading epithets, and perpetual insults, heaped upon every one who bears the political character of a federalist, by the democratic press, perhaps the effect of a destructive policy might be borne in silence, until the experience of the people dictated the necessity of a change. But it, in addition to the oppression of a delusive system, we are to be stigmatized as Tories—the enemies of our liberty and our country, it is difficult, for even the most moderate, to suppress his indignation; nor could these charges be so objectionable, had they the least shadow of foundation in truth, or did they grow out of the feelings of our own countrymen. The most conspicuous characters, who bear the honourable distinction of federalists, are native-born Americans, whose political exertions, calculating upon the axioms of nature, must flow from the love of our country, our laws, and our liberty; but the most prominent characters who have thus undertaken to traduce and vilify our native citizens, are nothing more than the offspring of foreign passion; whose political zeal, to calculate upon the same principle, cannot arise so much out of a love for our country, our laws, or our liberty, as it does from the heat of foreign attachments and antipathies. Their political creed was formed on the other side of the Atlantic; and in this country, under the impulse of nature and early impressions, they are now, though perhaps insensibly, pleading the cause of the friends, and denouncing the enemies, whom they left behind them. They have not arrived in our country with a view of enlisting themselves into American principles; but I fear their exertions too evidently imply a design to bring Americans into their attachments and antipathies. For by the encouragement of foreign opposite principles, we find the whole union divided upon a foreign subject; our native citizens rallying themselves in opposition to one another under foreign banners. But this theme is not my present object. I would remark, however, that any opposition to these principles shall never attract my notice. I can readily allow, that he who has a principle and the impudence to stigmatize an honest American, in his own country, without cause or provocation, will not be wanting in pouring out slander for his own defence. The substance of what I shall now consider, will principally refer to a comparison between the effects of the two opposite administrations of our general government. In pursuing this subject, I consider myself only exercising that right, which belongs to every citizen; but which, according to the language of the present ruling party, they would make it appear, belongs to themselves exclusively; and thus require a tame and silent submission to all their operations, whether good or evil. Such principles, however, tho' they may escape the notice of many honest Americans, and even flourish for a while, yet their time must now be of short duration. Base coin may also circulate for a while, and even maintain the confidence of a deluded people, but experience must sooner or later, expose its authors to the contempt or an injured world; and then it is but natural that they should make every possible defence. Such is the condition of our present political theory. That policy, which has obtained so general a currency for several years, seems now unable to bear the test of time and events. It now begins to lose its delusive aspect, and its baser quality is obvious to every honest eye. A political confusion, and a general consternation, have proved to be its consequence, and the people are about to reward its authors with that contempt, which the value of their services require. A general burst of indignation is issued by the citizens throughout the union, and a general struggle is made by the ruling party to maintain their power. Freely to examine the political occurrences of our country, has always been esteemed, by the true patriot, amongst our sacred rights. But this right may be exercised, without the empty sound of common-place epithet, in which there is no proof. A declaration that a native federalist, perhaps one of the founders of our present government, is a Tory, an aristocrat, or the friend of England, in opposition to his own country, without any evidence to this effect, can only prove, that such wicked assertions are made for the want of argument. A comparison between the policy of our government, under the administration of Washington and Adams, with its policy under the administration of Jefferson, should be allowed to be made without incurring the odium of any honest citizen. But this is seldom to be effected, without censure from the designing and the wicked; and more particularly so, when one policy had proved its salutary effect, while the other is daily unfolding its destructive consequence; for in proportion to the rottenness of a cause, so are its authors anxious to defend it, and to stifle every species of investigation. And thus we find the clamour of the democratic press to increase, in all sort of abuse and scurrility, upon a party long since out of power, as the effect of the present destructive policy becomes more evident. But this clamour will avail them nothing. So soon as the wisdom of our citizens shall lead us from the present policy, its authors cannot be forgotten; they must expect some attention for their services; and no doubt but they will be rewarded with their favourite condition, of "dignified retirement." But to point out who these are, let every honest man look around him. They are sufficiently known. The comparison between two opposite theories will require a short consideration of both—to which I shall proceed in my next. I trust fully to make it appear, that the continuation of our original principles would have roused
us by this time, to the highest respect amongst the nations of the world, clear of embarrassment, and free to continue the advantages of a neutral nation; but that the policy pursued by our present administration, has been directly such as could only produce that political confusion under which we are now to suffer.
VALIUS. For PORTO RICO. (By Permission.) The Brig JOSEPHINE, John Ainsley Master, will sail on Sunday the 17th inst. for wind and weather permitting. For passage only, apply to the master on board at Town Point. July 13
200 hogsheds MOLASSES, 53 do. superior quality Mucavado Sugars, 37 do. inferior do. 238 bags Guadalupe Coffee; 10 puncheons Rum, 60,000 wt. Jamaica Coffee, in hhd. barrels and bags, 10,000 do. La Cava do. 20 hogs Raisins, 20 cases superior quality Claret, 6000 bushels Iva, 8500 do. St. Ubes, 2500 do. Turks-Island, and 500 do. coarse Liverpool Salt, 10 pipes old Madeira Wine; 4 do. Country Gin, 50 barrels Rye Whiskey; 20 hds. Philadelphia Porter, 1 new 14 inch Cable 120 fathoms. C. & F. Whittle. July 13
JOHN PENDLED'S Boot and Shoe Manufactory, No. 70, Main Street. THE publick are respectfully informed, that he has furnished himself with a quantity of the choicest materials in his line of business, and has in his employ some of the best workmen in the borough, and having been long experienced in the business himself, his factory will not be conducted by proxy; he therefore hopes to merit the patronage of the gentlemen of Norfolk and its vicinity, and assures them that no pains shall be wanting on his part to give satisfaction to those who favour him with their commands. N. B. Orders for Double Backstays, single do. and Cossecks, executed with the greatest dispatch. July 13
Norfolk Drawbridge. The Directors have declared a dividend of Fifty Six Cents on the Stock of this Company, for the half year ending the 10th inst. which will be paid to the Stockholders or their legal representatives after the 10th August next. William Cammack, Treasurer. July 13
6 pipes Cognac BRANDY, A few chests Havana and Havan Skin Tea, Claret of an excellent quality in casks, demijohns, or bottles, to suit purchasers. For Sale by Thomas Balls. July 13.
100 Dollars Reward. Stolen on the 28th June from her moorings, at Edenton, N. C. A BOAT of the following description: she is 16 feet 9 inches keel, live oak stem and a red cedar stern post, a great breadth of beam for her length, which occasions her to appear round and full built; she has a new breast hook of Chinquapi, a red painted apron on her forecastle, a new live oak stem to her foremast, stern and stern sheets green, with a black ribbon round her stem forward of her stern sheets, inside painted red, white bottom, with a black streak above; she had an anchor of about 62 lbs weight, with a round iron stock, a three strand cable about four inches, an iron stop from her lower rudder iron about three feet along her keel, masts very taut, painted yellow with black heads, sails of Russia canvas, has seams run in the middle of the canvas of her mainsail. It is believed that she was stolen by a man of the name of JOHN ROBINSON, who ran away from Edenton at the same time, and robbed to the amount of 4 or 500 dollars; it is expected he will charge his name, as he is known by some in this place as John Roberts; he is about 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, square shoulders, short dark hair, and pitted with the small-pox; speaks slow, with a downward look when in conversation. One Hundred Dollars reward will be given for this Man and Boat, or Fifty Dollars for the Boat, besides defraying all necessary expenses. Edenton, July 12, 1808. William Carter.
BANK NOTES As below described, were put into the Post Office at this place on the 27th May last, enclosed in a letter addressed to Messrs. John Warder & Sons, Post Office, here, and which letter has never been received; it is therefore supposed that the Bank Notes may have fallen into improper hands, and should such appear in circulation we earnestly request that they may be stopped; any satisfactory information regarding them will be thankfully received, and if required liberally rewarded. Buchanan & Pollok. Petersburg, July 5th, 1808. Bank of Virginia, payable at their Office of Discount and Deposit, Petersburg, to Robert Burchett, President thereof, or bearer. B No. 332, 9th February, 1808, $ 100 C 806, 6th July, 100 D 153, 7th February, 100 394, 9th do. 100 700, 6th May, 100 753, 7th do. 100 788, do. do. 100 $ 700
LANDING This Day from the Schooner Adventure and brig Eira, 55 hhd. sup. qual. Mucavado Sugar, 34 do. and 4 quarter casks particular Tenacife WINE—For Sale by Moses Myers. July 6
MRS. SUSANNA HALL, Having taken that airy and pleasant House in Market Lane, nearly opposite the Exchange, formerly occupied by Mr. Thomas Grahams, will be glad to accommodate a few genteel boarders by the year, month, or week, on moderate terms. June 10. Lewis

This day we commence the fifth volume of the PUBLICK LEDGER. Subscribers in arrears are requested to discharge them, as early as possible. A paper, whose chief dependence was on advertising custom, now almost annihilated, with the annihilation of commerce, requires the most exact punctuality from subscribers.
A vessel arrived at New-York from Leghorn, spoke the British fleet under Lord Collingwood, about the last of April off Toulon, into which port it appears by Paris papers, the French fleet had got. The accounts so often repeated of an engagement between those fleets are without foundation.
The legislature of South-Carolina, have by a great majority, rejected a resolution for the interference of that body in private contracts on account of the embargo.
The Editor of the National Intelligencer, says, that it was believed in England that the embargo would produce a general insurrection in this country. It is quite possible that there may be people in England silly enough to have such an opinion, or wicked enough to wish so. We had a number of wiseacres in this country who predicted and hoped, that three months embargo would produce revolt in the West-Indies and insurrection in England.
The Editor of the Intelligencer very ingeniously concludes, that the people in England have been led into their absurd opinions by certain papers in this country, meaning no doubt the federal papers, and federal writers. But if there are persons in England who have taken up such opinions, it must have been from the proceedings of those legislatures who have suspended the operations of justice, and from the conduct of judges and justices (what a profanation of the character) who without law, against law, and against their oaths (which enjoin them to administer the laws) have stopped the operations of civil law. It is such measures as these that speak louder than federal invectives. Rebellion or actual invasion, are causes, which would justify the interference of the legislature in private contracts, and if the friends of the embargo are willing to arrange that measure with those evils, be it so, but let them not shift the blame on those who have had no hand in the mischief, except an unsuccessful opposition to the measures from whence the evil has flowed.
The following was handed us this morning by the mate of a vessel arrived yesterday from Jamaica:
"When you arrive in America, please have the following printed in the newspapers:
"Kington, (Jam.) June 22, 1808.
"The American brig Bellona, capt. Laffon, was brought into this port for adjudication on the 17th inst. by his Britannic Majesty's ship Garland, Rowland Bevan, Esq. commander, taken on her passage from Charleston to Baltimore, with a cargo of rice."
(This is the first instance which we have heard of a coasting vessel being captured on the coast; but perhaps the Bellona had the previous misfortune to be blown off: the place of capture will best settle that matter.—Ed. Ledger.)
COMMUNICATED.
Died in this Borough, on Thursday evening last (July 14th) Mrs. LEE, wife of Richard E. Lee, Esq. in the 55th year of her age, after a long, painful and severe illness.—The writer of this has been on terms of the strictest intimacy with the whole of Mr. Lee's family for many years, his opportunity of knowing Mrs. Lee has been most ample—he has seen her in the vigour of health, and he has seen her chained down to the bed of sickness, when her recovery has been despaired of by all around her; in the one situation and the other, (and so to her death) she continued to display those rare and transcendent qualities which characterized her life.—She was ardent in her attachment—friendly, benevolent and charitable, in an eminent degree; a kind affectionate and industrious wife, an indulgent mother, a sincere, disinterested friend, and a most excellent mistress. How melancholy are the emotions we experience in contemplating the loss of such a woman. Weep philanthropy! for the loss of thy votaress—Weep virtue and innocence! for the loss of thy daughter—Weep humanity! that philanthropy has lost her votaress—innocence and virtue their daughter. From those to whom Mrs. Lee was known, the mere knowledge of her death will draw the tear of sympathy. The family she has left behind to bewail her loss is numerous. To her husband and children, the loss is irreparable—to society in general, the loss is one, which they must continue to lament—to those, with whom she was more closely connected by the sacred ties of friendship, her loss must seem the severest and most acute affliction that could have befallen them.
HISTORY OF MIRANDA'S EXPEDITION.
OLIVER & MUNROE, intend putting immediately to press the History of Miranda's late attempt to Revolutionize South America. In a series of letters by a gentleman who was an officer in the enterprize, to his friend in the United States.
The manuscript has been inspected by several gentlemen of taste and literary eminence, who pronounce it a highly valuable and interesting work. The merit of it alone, would entitle it to the patronage of the publick; but when it is remembered,
that Gen. MIRANDA is now in England, making preparations for going again to South America, and that Col. BURR is now on his passage there, it cannot fail to excite particular interest. It is thus noticed by a member of the Legislature of Massachusetts, to the editor of the North Star.
"A young gentleman whom I knew five years ago as an officer in the navy of the United States, and which he left honourably, has lately returned from Miranda's expedition, into which he had been seduced by falsehood; and has shown me a history of that enterprize in detail from the day of leaving New York until its dissolution. The unstudied simplicity of the narrative carries conviction of its truth—I have advised its publication; so have other gentlemen of more deserving weight of character than myself. It has so much of incident that it will engage the curious reader; so much of extravagance as to seize on the adventurous; so much of disaster as to fix on sensibility, and carries proof of such depraved hypocrisy in the leader as to interest every lover of truth. Because I wish every tub to stand on its own bottom, I wish this exposure should go to the publick. "Render unto Cæsar the things that are Cæsar's."
Boston Gaz.
The incapacity and despondency of federalists in this state, arising from a false calculation of strength in the democratick party, have contributed more to hasten democracy upon us than either the influence, exertion, or numbers of our opponents. Because a defeat was suffered in the only battle we have ever fought, shall we ingloriously retire from the field and not dare to recruit our forces & venture another engagement? A partial overthrow in an unfavourable moment, should serve only to augment our zeal. It is by great ardour and confidence only that we can ensure a victory: despair unmans us and gives new vigour to the exertions of our enemies.
However careless and indifferent to the interests of their country, some moderate gentlemen are disposed to remain, however averse they may be from making exertions, lest the activity of their opponents should be increased, there is little doubt, that if proper efforts are made during the present summer, that the state of Maryland may be redeemed from the democracy under which she has so long languished. The crisis demands the exertions of all honest men to rescue their country from that sink of degradation into which the weak and wicked policy of administration is plunging her. A time could not be more favourable for an attempt to restore that beneficial influence of federal principles, which alone can purify the body politic from the infection of anarchial dogmas. But the general apathy, languor and inactivity of the party, if they have not excited the disgust, have at least diminished the confidence of the people.
The strength of the democratick party in Maryland, particularly in this section of the state, has been greatly overrated. The only important occasion on which it was fairly tested, proved, that nothing more than concert, and unanimity were required to have insured success even at that time. The people were then taught to expect a millennium under the reign of Jefferson; deluded by the arts of ambitious demagogues, they cast off their true friends and confided the care of their interests and safety to parasites and flatterers. Since that period important changes have taken place in our political affairs. The nation has suffered every evil that could flow from a weak and improvident administration of government. Our country, which under the invigorating influence of federal principles rose to a station of unrivalled prosperity, is now reduced to poverty, insignificance and despair. The people feeling the pressure of the evils under which they labour, have been induced to reflect; they began to scrutinize the conduct of their favourites with uncustomed freedom, and to pierce the thick cloud of prejudice which has hitherto concealed from them their true situation.
That great and unexpected changes have taken place throughout the state is a fact, which however anxiously it may be smothered, cannot be contradicted. But federalists deserve no thanks, for nothing is due to their exertions. In our state legislature the majority of last year did not exceed six teen, and we have every reason to believe, if the electioneering campaign is commenced in time, that the Eastern-shore alone will change the majority in favour of federalism. From a creditable source we are informed, that the changes in some counties, produced by the late measures of administration, exceed the most sanguine expectations. Worcester county which has always been democratick, will now give a large federal majority. We are confident, that more considerable changes will take place before the end of summer, and that the next legislature of Maryland will be federal.
Fed. Rep.
DEMOCRATICK ECONOMY.
The admirers of Mr. Jefferson are continually prating of his economy. Economy is certainly a most essential virtue in the administration of any government, particularly of a repubick; but there is a wide distinction between economy and parsimony.—That disposition, which prefers to have the country exposed and defenceless, rather than expend the necessary sums upon fortifications and to support a respectable military and naval force, proceeds from a contracted and illiberal mind, and ill deserves the appellation of economy. We refer our readers to an eloquent and enlightened statesman for an account of the discriminating qualities of these two things, so completely opposite, that one may be ranked high in the list of virtues, the other in that of pernicious vices.
"It may be new to his grace, but I beg leave to tell him, that mere parsimony is not economy. It is separable in the theory from it; and in fact may, or may not, be a part of economy, according to circumstances. Expense, and great expense may be an essential part in true economy: If parsimony were to be considered as one of the kinds of that virtue, there is however another and an higher economy. Economy is a distributive virtue, and consists, not in saving, but in selecting on. Parsimony requires no providence, no sagacity, no powers of combination, no judgment.—Mere instinct, and that not an instinct of the noblest kind, may produce this false economy in perfection. The other economy has larger views. It demands a discriminating judgment and a firm, sagacious mind. It shuts one door to impudent
"importunity, only to open another, and a wider, to unassuming merit."
Burke's Letter to Lord Fitzwilliam.
Since it is ascertained that our great ally, has determined to scour the European seas, and capture every American vessel found there, and by an embargo detain as much property in his ports as will afford him by confiscation a sufficient treasure to fight our battles for us; and since our administration has determined to supplicate yet a little more, and dispatch a fresh branch of the olive, would it not be better to pass another supplement to the embargo law, prohibiting all citizens from sending out vessels in ballast for the recovery of property abroad, or at least adviseable that another circular should be issued restraining the privilege to those only who can procure "French protections?" We fear that unless the following notice should be countermanded, our merchants may be led into a fatal error.
COLLECTOR'S OFFICE.
Baltimore, July 7, 1808.
"Permission will be granted till the 1st of August next, to citizens of the United States having property abroad, under circumstances mentioned in a former advertisement, to dispatch vessels in ballast for its recovery, with the usual security and conditions already prescribed."—Ibid.
WASHINGTON CITY, July 13.
It is not often that we find occasion to notice any thing contained in the Washington Federalist; not, from any dearth of misrepresentation in that print, but from the articles of this character usually carrying on the face of them their own refutation. But that paper on Saturday, in giving Mr. Lewis as authority for the declaration of Bonaparte, that he would no longer suffer us to remain neutral, calls for the most marked contradiction, which, from the information we have received, we are justified in giving it. We have seen Mr. Lewis, and it is on his authority that we make the contradiction.
We likewise offer the following statement relative to the treatment of the Osage on the same authority; a statement which has become the more necessary from the numerous wilful falsehoods with which the federal prints teem.
On the arrival of the Osage at L'Orient, she was arrested by the custom-house officers, conformably to their general instructions, in consequence of having been spoken by a British vessel. Mr. Lewis immediately proceeded to Paris, and there without difficulty obtained her recognition as a national vessel and release.
On her arrival at Falmouth the British Excise officer seized her and took out her naval stores, in virtue of an alleged interaction of the revenue laws, which prohibits private ships from entering with more than a proscribed quantity of them. Representation was forthwith made to the government at London, and Mr. Canning's order obtained for her release, the restoration of the stores, and her treatment as a national vessel.
Thus it appears that the treatment in both countries was not substantially different; and that such difference as does exist shews the conduct of the English subaltern officers to have been more aggravated than that of the French. It is, however, sufficient for our satisfaction, that both governments on complaint promptly interposed to set affairs right.
National Intelligencer.
BALTIMORE, July 9.
Extract of a letter to the Editor, dated London, 7th May. Coming from a very respectable and well informed source, the information it contains may be relied upon.
"People are exceedingly interested about America. England, to my astonishment, suffers very little as yet from our embargo. The Brazils, among others; Mexico, are expected to make up to Manchester and the North, in a great measure, for the loss of the American trade. Ireland, it was supposed, would feel it most; as she has already raked together 30,000 barrels of flax seed, which is two thirds of her consumption in the year; and some is expected to arrive underhand from Russia. In the part of our country I passed through, in coming to London, all the necessaries of life were very reasonable. There is no likelihood, in all appearance, of the orders in council being repealed. Lord Hawkesbury has declared in the house of lords, that nothing, as yet had occurred to induce his majesty to make any change respecting them; indeed I do not see how there should, as Napoleon instead of relaxing his, adds others still more severe; and it is now said there is another yet worse, that is, or is to be, issued. Eleven thousand men have sailed from the Downs to assist the Swedes, and it is believed, to conquer Norway for them."
July 12.
FOREIGN RELATIONS.
Government have not yet made known the measures to be adopted since the failure in the mission to the Osage. Mr. Erskine, it is supposed, may have received interesting instructions by the packet, as he has proceeded hastily to Washington.
NEW-YORK, July 8.
NEUTRAL TRADE.
We are indebted to a friend for a copy of the subsequent Proclamation, which was received yesterday by the British Packet.
WHEREAS in the present situation of affairs, it appears to me necessary to Authorise the admission of Neutral Vessels and Commodities into this Province, under certain regulations. I have therefore by and with the advice of H. M's. Council, thought fit to grant permission to the subjects of all Neutral Nations to import and bring into the ports of Halifax, Shelburne, Liverpool, and Digby, in this province, in Neutral Ships or vessels, all articles of merchandise allowed to be imported and brought by British subjects in British vessels from Foreign countries, by the Proclamation dated the 4th of May last. Also Naval Stores of all kinds, Pot and Pearl Ashes.—And I do hereby order and direct, that all Neutrals and Neutral shipping, importing, and bringing all such Goods, Wares and Merchandise before mentioned into the ports of this province, shall be allowed to land and sell the same freely and without interruption, subject to the same rules and regulations and liable to the same duties, which British subjects importing the same articles in British ships are now liable and subject to. And to take and carry from thence any goods or commodities which may be legally exported by British subjects in British shipping. This Proclamation
to be in force for four months from the date hereof.
Given under my hand and seal at arms, &c.—this 23rd day of June, 1808.
(Signed)
GEORGE PROVOST.
The British Packet Queen Charlotte arrived at Halifax on the 16th ult. in 6 days from New-York.
Capt. Burr, 16 days from Halifax (arrived at Boston) informs, that the British Packet had arrived there from New York; that Col. Burr had landed from her, and been introduced to the Governor and Admiral, and treated with politeness.
A letter from a passenger in the Packet to his friend in this city, dated June 15th, says,
"You will perhaps have heard that Col. Burr was to be one of us. We took him out of a Pilot Boat four leagues from the Hook, after having laid to waiting for him until 9 at night. He was accompanied by —, who introduced him on board, as a Mr. Edwards, under which name he continues, as he supposes, incog. though every one on board knows who he is. He proceeds with us to England," &c. &c.
Postscript to the New York Gazette.
By the brig Thomas Jefferson, arrived last evening from Madeira, we have received the following important information:
IMPORTANT.
MADEIRA, May 26.
Report brought from the squadron off Lisbon, by a transport 10 days from the fleet, carrying emigrants from Portugal for the Brazils.
That the Spaniards had risen and beaten the French army that had entered Spain; that the British squadron off Cadiz, was hourly expected to join the Spanish fleet there, to protect and convoy the king of Spain and royal family to South America.
The accounts of the arrival of the prince of Portugal at Rio de Janeiro, and the capture of four Spanish frigates with 40 millions of dollars, is also mentioned by the above vessel, as being current in the fleet.
Capt. Shipley, of the Nymph, was killed in attempting to cut out a French brig of war, anchored off the bar of Lisbon.
The above was received from a respectable mercantile house in Madeira.
BOSTON, July 8.
DEATH OF MR. AMES.
Cedit Romani—Cedit Græci.
Byond the glare of Greek or Roman names, We lov'd the purer light of virtuous AMES. That light expires—and on the festal morn When rose loud pæans for a NATION BORN, He clos'd his weary eyes. See where he sleeps: O'er his pale form bereav'd Columb in weeps. On thy green banks, fair Charles, how fades the Bloom; How are thy city temples ting'd with gloom. Midst cherish'd trophies of departed years, Moves the dim train "of sorrows and of fears." The good man's sorrows for the patriot dead; Such tears as hover'd round his dying bed. His country's dubious fate his soul distress'd; God saw his grief—and call'd him to his rest.
Dedham, Saturday morning, July 2.
"My dear Sir, "I fear all hope is at an end. Our beloved friend seems sinking fast. That mind once luminous as a sun-beam, is now darkened, confused and broken. During the whole of yesterday, except perhaps an hour in the morning, when awake, he was confused, and unable to communicate his recollection or connect his ideas. He took scarcely anything, and complained of pains and numbness in his limbs and extremities. He was very much confused and very restless the fore part of last night, slept some the latter part, but seems a little lower than yesterday morning."
Dedham, Monday morning, July 4.
"My dear Sir, "Our hopes and fears are now at rest! The eye of our beloved friend just witnessed the light of this anniversary, and then closed forever! At four this morning his pure and bright spirit left its earthly tabernacle, and fled to the mansions of celestial light and bliss! May it not be a prelude to the departure of our liberties and independence."
Boston, July 7.
With the deepest sorrow and regret we are called upon to announce to the publick the death of the hon. Fisher Ames. The mournful event which took place at his paternal seat in Dedham, on the 4th inst. will be considered a great national calamity, and excite the general sorrow of the whole country.
This heavy bereavement being made known to his friends in this town on Monday morning a request was made in the papers for a meeting of the citizens on Tuesday morning on the floor of the state house, to take measures to testify their respect for the character and publick services of the deceased. Agreeably to this request a large number assembled, and having chosen the hon. judge Parsons moderator, the following resolutions, moved by the hon. Mr. Otis, and seconded by the hon. Mr. Gore, were unanimously adopted, viz.
It being of the greatest utility, as well as moral fitness to pay publick honours to the memory of those whose lives have been eminently useful; and it having pleased God to take from us Fisher Ames, a man whose virtues and talents have honoured the American name; the citizens of Boston are desirous to exhibit their sense of his exalted worth by a tribute of publick respect. It is therefore unanimously
Resolved, That in the name of this meeting the family of Mr. Ames be respectfully requested to permit his remains to be brought to this town, to be interred in the manner which a committee appointed by this meeting shall prescribe.
Resolved, That the hon. Thomas H. Perkins, William Phillips, Esq. Samuel Parkman, Esq. John Warren, Esq. Samuel Bradford, Esq. hon. Simon Elliot, hon. James Lloyd, jun. Arnold Wells, Esq. Stephen Higinson, jun. Esq. John T. Agassiz, Esq. Charles Bulfinch, Esq. and Mr. Benjamin Joy, be a committee for the purpose of carrying the foregoing resolution into effect, and of making all proper and necessary arrangements for the funeral.
Resolved, That the committee of arrangements

be instructed in behalf of this meeting to apply to the Hon. Samuel Dexter, and request him to pronounce, at the time of the interment, an Address upon the melancholy occasion.
Agreeably to the regulations adopted by the committee of arrangements, the
FUNERAL PROCESSION
of the remains of the departed sage and patriot took place at five o'clock, from the dwelling house of the Hon. Christopher Gore, Park-street, and proceeded in the following order through Winter and Marlborough streets, Cornhill, Court and Tremont streets, to the chapel.
ORDER OF PROCESSION.
A Deputy Marshal.
The Junior and Senior Classes of Harvard University.
The Tutors and Professors.
The Rev. Clergy of this and the neighbouring towns.
The President of the University.
Head Marshal.
Committee of Arrangements.
Officiating Clergyman.
Hon. H. G. Otis.                      Hon. C. Gore. Hon. E. Rootes.                    Hon. G. Cabot. Hon. F. Parsons.                Hon. T. Pickering.
Reliefs.
Neighbours and Townsmen of the deceased. His excellency the Governor and his honour the Lieutenant Governor.
Hon. Council.
Secretary and Treasurer of State.
Hon. President of the Senate and Speaker of the House.
Judges of the Supreme Judicial Court.
Judges of the U. S. Circuit Court.
Judges of the Common Pleas and Municipal Courts.
Members of Congress.
Secretary of the Senate of the U. S.
Attorney General, Solicitor General, and Reporter.
Gentlemen of the Bar.
Societies of which the deceased was a member, viz.
 1. Academy of Arts and Sciences.  2. Humane Society.  3. Agricultural Society.  4. Historical Society.  5. Selectmen of Boston.  6. Town Officers.  7. Strangers and Citizens. 
When arrived at chapel, the body was placed before the altar; and divine services performed by the Rev. Mr. Montague, and the Rev. Mr. Gardiner. After which the Hon. Samuel Dexter delivered to an uncommonly crowded auditory, a very eloquent and pathetic
FUNERAL ORATION.
The friends of Mr. Ames, who cherish the most sacred regard for his memory, were highly gratified that Mr. Dexter consented to pay the last sad tribute of respect to his remains, by pronouncing an oration. No task is of more difficult execution; yet Mr. Dexter left nothing to desire. It requires congenial feelings, talents, and virtues, to do justice to those we would commemorate.
Such were the benevolent feelings, the splendid talents, and the pure virtues of the deceased, in every relation of life, that the loftiest strains of eloquence could not be misapplied; for they would not swell to panegyric. Mr. Dexter unites all the requisite attributes to pay due honours to the memory of his illustrious friend. His language is gorgeous, his arrangement is logical, his delineations are exact, his conceptions are comprehensive, his reflections are profound, and his manner is dignified. Without any design to overrate his great and original intellectual powers, we view him as one of the first orators of our country.
The concourse of citizens was great beyond example. Every heart seemed to swell with grief; and every eye glistened with sorrow. A solemn silence proclaimed that "the loss of such a man at such a time" was irreparable to his country, his family, and his friends.
The church services were introduced by the following Stanzas, written for the occasion, and sung with appropriate judgment and solemnity:
As when dark clouds obscure the dawn, The day star's lustre disappears; So Ames beheld our natal morn, And left desponding friends in tears. Soon as the distant cannon's roar Announced that morn's returning ray, He feared its early hopes were o'er, And flew to everlasting day. O drop thy mantle, sainted shade! On some surviving patriot name; Who, great by thy example made, May yet retrieve a nation's fame. The manly genius, ardent thought, The love of truth, and wit refin'd, The eloquence that wonders wrought And flash'd its light on every mind; These gifts were thine, immortal Ames, Of motive pure, of life sublime! Their loss our flowing sorrow claims; Their praise survives the wrecks of time.
While the procession was moving to the chapel, the flags on board the shipping in the harbour were hoisted half mast, and the stores and shops in the several streets through which it passed, were shut, in testimony of respect to the deceased patriot and philanthropist.
In the elegant oration of Mr. Ritchie, the death of the late illustrious deceased is thus noticed. "But alas! the immortal Ames, who, like Ithuriel was commissioned to discover the insidious foe, & point out our danger, has like Ithuriel accomplished his embassy; and on this morning of our independence has ascended to heaven. Spirit of Destituthenos! couldst thou have been a silent and invisible auditor, how wouldst thou have been delighted to hear from his lips, those strains of eloquence, which once from thine, enchanted the assemblies of Greece."
The following sketch of the character of the deceased Mr. Ames is from the pen of a correspondent who knew him well, and could justly estimate his talents and virtues:
The abuse, which we often perceive of the sacred task of eulogy on departed worth, has rendered it almost disgusting. The disposition so prevalent to substitute hyperbole to truth, especially when describing the merits of departed friends, makes it sometimes doubtful whether pre eminent virtues should not be left to form their own deep and solemn eulogies in the minds of those who were witnesses of them. But it is difficult, if not impossible to re-
train our feelings, and every man who is profoundly impressed with the extraordinary merits of a deceased friend, will feel it a duty which no minor considerations can induce him to forego, to bear his testimony to their excellence. But to give any value to such a tribute, the writer must resolve to banish that meretricious pomp of high sounding phrases, that unmeaning common place praise so often falsely and absurdly lavished on objects unworthy of the publick regard.
In the character of Mr. Ames, our own state our nation indeed has much of which it may justly be proud. His example is invaluable to statesmen; to our citizens at large, and to the promising part of our youth it is inestimable. It would not be extravagant to say, that under all aspects, he was one of the first men of the age. If health, if ambition, if fortune, if a desire of distinction had co-operated with his profound and unexampled genius, it is hardly possible to say to what a height of reputation he might have attained. But a feeble and morbid physical constitution, an unconquerable modesty, and an unfeigned and invincible attachment to domestic enjoyments restrained the range of a mind which indulgent nature had rendered almost uncontrollable in its powers.
The little which the publick know of the character of Mr. Ames would be deemed much of any other man; but his intimate friends, those who enjoyed and were honoured and delighted with his conversation and friendship, are sensible that the world knew but little of talents or merit.
Of the vivacity, fertility, and richness of his imagination, every man who had the smallest pretension to taste, learning, or discrimination, can bear the most ample testimony. In this respect he stands without a rival in our own country, and if we can be permitted to judge from the printed works of co-temporaneous Europeans, there has been but one man of his age who can be placed in comparison with him. If Mr. Burke, it is to be doubted whether he would not have been a very formidable rival to that unequalled statesman.
But the exuberance and chastity of Mr. Ames's imagination were among the smallest of his talents as they were of no account in comparison with his publick and private virtues. The profoundness of his mind, the extent and correctness of his political and moral reflections far exceeded the splendour and inexhaustible fertility of his fancy. No man ever entered his society without being informed, and few quitted it without being improved. The most abstract thoughts, the most profound ideas seemed to flow from him without mental exertion. Although capable of entering into abstruse disquisitions on every subject, yet a natural bias to politics, the habits of early life, and a patriotism sincere, strong, and ardent even in death, led him chiefly to confine his vast mind to the political situation of the world and more especially of his own country. Living in an age the most changeful, and the most eventful, he gave full scope to his deep and penetrating understanding. He perceived the causes, and the consequences of passing measures unnoticed by thoughtless and vulgar statesmen; and it is his prophecies of future events should be as strictly fulfilled hereafter as they have heretofore been, his surviving fellow patriots have no small reason of disquiet and apprehension.
He was one of the four men who foresaw and foretold the frightful despotism which would terminate the French revolution; and if his predictions of the effects of the influence of aspiring demagogues are (as they are likely to be) as literally fulfilled in our own country, this amiable and regretted prophet has not found too early a grave.
Of the events of such a man's life, shrinking from publick notice, and dreading publick distinction, courting only domestic and literary enjoyments, little ought to be said, because, although distinguished and honoured by his country, he conferred more honour than he received.
Let those who have no other merit than official distinctions retail the long catalogue of their titles, it is sufficient to say of Mr. Ames that in the few offices into which he was forced, he rendered his country services which no other man could render, and he left behind him in the councils of the nation, an example and reputation, which it is, and ought to be the pride of his successors to imitate, though few can hope to equal.
Of his brightest, best traits , those of domestic and retired life, those which ornamented and exalted the man above the statesman , one could never be weary in their praise. But there was a tenderness and delicacy which his inestimable softness of character excited in his relations and friends, which ought not to be wounded. Of such sentiments and such sensibilities those who did not know him cannot judge. Their loss can never be too much deplored, their wounds can never be healed, the world can never repair the one, or cure the other.
We have good reason to believe, and we state it with great pleasure, that the writings of Mr. Ames which are already before the publick, together with some posthumous pieces, will be collected and delivered from the press, under the auspices of his family.
PORTLAND, June 30. FROM GIBRALTAR.
The Hannah, Chandler, arrived at Salem on Monday, in 40 days from Gibraltar. A gentleman who came passenger in her states, that reports had been received at the Rock, from Malaga that marshal Murat was to be declared regent of Spain, in the absence of the new king on his visit of submission to the emperor Napoleon, at Bayonne: that hundreds of the French had been killed in the suburbs of Madrid: that thousands of Spaniards had risen in arms: that there was a universal spirit of revolt from the French domination in Valencia and Catalonia; and that every Spaniard was determined to oppose the French at the risk of life and fortune.
That Algerine cruizers had been seen to the westward of Cape Spartel, supposed, under pretence of their war with Tunis, to be really destined against Americans; the Dey having, as it was said, made a demand of consul Leaf, of 16,000 dollars, for his subjects thrown overboard some time since, in the recovery of an American vessel.
FOR SALE.
A good House Servant, Gardener, and Carriage Driver. Apply at the Ledger Office. July 18
Deagle's Packet will sail for Baltimore on Wednesday next. July 18.
From "The Review," a New-York paper, lately established, of uncommon merit for originalness and keenness of satire.
THE EMBARGO. AN ELEGY WRITTEN ON THE DOCKS. Being a Parody on "Gray's Elegy in a Country Church Yard."
The embargo tolls the knell of parting trade, The merchant musing paces on the shore, The last few ships their course have homeward laid, And left the ocean, to return no more!
Now fades the sun of Commerce on the sight, The harbour all a solemn stillness holds, Save where the smuggler, shrouded by the night, Disturbs the tide-wolves from their distant folds.
Save that from yonder floating castle's deck, With many a curse some sailor may complain Of land-men vile, who scarr'd at 'war a speck,' Debar him from his element the main.
In front of lofty stores, by Commerce made, Where casks and bales once lay in joyous heap, Each in the narrow dock for ever laid, The mighty riders of the ocean sleep.
The welcome breeze which from the north shall blow, The merchant's warning, or the tempest dread, The boatswain's whistle, or the brisk ye-ho! No more shall rouse them from their oozy bed.
For them no more shall anxious merchants burn, Or busy news-boats ply their daily care, No women run to welcome their return, Or climb their sides the envied kiss to share.
Oft did their keels through briny ocean pass, Their furrow oft the stubborn waters broke; How jocund were they once—but now, alas! How bow'd beneath experiment's vile stroke!
Let demagogues not mock their useful toil, And that distress insult themselves have made, Nor short liv'd grandeur, with disdainful smile, Hear the sad annals of our fallen trade.
Tho' they may boast of favour, wealth and power, Exult in all the pride of pomp and place, They only wait th' inevitable hour— The people's favour leads but to disgrace.
Nor you, ye proud, impute to these the fault, If when you wish it, they refuse to run;— The worms and mud, in these vile, filthy vaults, Will finish soon the work which you've begun.
Can Congress law or Treasury-office breath, Back to the tall mast call the fleeting sail? Can proclamations sooth the ear of death, Or rouse the sailor from a damp, cold jail?
To Nova Scotia's long neglected strand, Full many a brave and honest heart has hied; Hands, that might be the safe-guard of our land, Or claim our empire on the ocean wide.
But curst embargo stared them in the face, And lank starvation swiftly on them stole; Chill penury repress'd their noble rage, And froze the general current of the soul.
Some rugged Parker that with patriot glow, Withstood the tyrant of the quarter deck, Some mute inglorious Freneau, there may go, Some King Tom, guilless of his country's wreck.
Th' applause of mean toad-eaters to command, (Tho' pain and labour they could oft despise) To scatter mis'ry o'er a smiling land, And read their hist'ry in a nation's eyes.
Their lot forbade—nor circumstirld' alone, Such glowing virtues, but their crimes confined; Forbade to wade thro' intrigue to a throne, And shut the gates of commerce on mankind.
Far from their native land, their much-lov'd home, Those men neglected now have learn'd to stray. By their own country left to starve or roam, In foreign lands they're forced to work their way.
Yet ev'n these men from insult to protect, Some frail memorial should be rais'd on high, For we, when true men perish by neglect, Should pay the passing tribute of a sigh.
Did we not o'er the ashes of the dead, With vile parade and sniv'ling, cut a flourish? To our dishonour shall it then be said, The dead we nurse, but let the living perish?
Embargo laws which visionaries carve, And supplements still strew'd around the shore, All teach the sturdy sailor how to starve, Or quit his country to return no more.
Now who so lost to all the joys of life, The pleasing thoughts of country e'er resign'd. Lett the warm fire side o'er the cheerful wife, Nor cast one longing, lingering look behind.
On some soft breast the sailor fond relics, Some pious drops the parting eye requires; Ev'n in their wives the voice of nature cries, Ev'n in their children live their hardy sires.
For thee, who mindful of departed trade, Dost in those lines, its murder foul relate, If chance, by nice inquisitiveness led, Some foolish poet should inquire thy fate,
Haply some hoary-headed swain may say, 'Oft have we seen him in the morn full late, 'Towards the market bend his willing way, 'To buy a pogy for his breakfast plate.
'On that old-fashion'd heavy moulded desk, 'That shows its wide fantastick front so bright, 'His listless length at noon-tide would be risk, 'And snore upon the lid when he should write.
'Towards the reading-room he oft would go, 'Muttering his wayward fancies as he went; 'Now drooping, woful wan! well might he so; 'For the last dollar from his purse was spent!
'One morn we miss'd him on the market floor, 'Along the dock, and near his fav'rite tree; 'Another came—nor yet about the store, 'Nor at the room, nor at the desk was he;
'The next, beset with staves, in sad array, 'Quick thro' the debtor's hatch we saw him fall, 'Pray read (if tho' darest come so near) the lay, 'With charcoal scribbled on the dirty wall.'
THE EPITAPH.
Here rests his head, upon the marble floor, A man to fortune and to fame unknown; Fell poverty would haunt him evermore, And this sad cell has mark'd him for its own.
Large was his bounty, and his soul sincere, And here you see what his reward has been; He gave to misery all he had—a tear, He gain'd twae all he wish'd,—a pint of gin!
Philadelphia, July 18. From our Lazaretto Correspondent, dated, July 18th. "Last night arrived here, the French brig La Pays, capt. Craslet, 23 days from Guadalupe. She carries 16 guns and 110 men, and is one of the Rochefort squadron which brought out troops to Guadalupe. It is said she has come for provisions and to be refitted, having had an engagement with a British sloop of war which she beat off with the loss of four men."
WIG-WAM GARDENS. On Tuesday Evening, the 19th inst. a grand display of Fire-Works and Illuminations,
viz: A Horizontal Piece called the Ladies' Fancy, forming an up and down Bason, terminating by a Nosegay and Stars. An elegant Eagle changing into the battle of the four Butterflies. A Running Vertical, bearing in its centre three Rings of various colours. A large Star changing into a Running Sun. The Morning Star. A Liberty Tree Illuminated. Admittance 25 Cents. July 18.
PROFIT'S FOR PHILADELPHIA, The Schooner KITTY ANN, Edmund Richards, master. For freight or passage apply to A. MACLURE, or to the master on board lying at MacLure's wharf. Who has for Sale, 4 boxes Havanna SUGAR, 1 barrel LINE JUICE. July 18.
ROBBERY! On Thursday last was stolen from the Subscriber, living on Main-Street, opp's to Mrs. Street's, a sum of MONEY in silver, the amount not exactly known. From circumstances, it is evident that this robbery has been committed by a person well acquainted with the house, and particularly where the money was placed. If the person who has taken this money will put it in a place where it will be got again it will save the trouble of an investigation, which may be serious to the person who has taken it. GEORGE NESTOR. July 18.
The Schooner MOHAWK, Burthen about 900 barrels, in good order, is offered for Charter, if wanted by any merchant obtaining permission of government. Apply to Christopher Fry. Who has received, 9 hogsheads good SUGARS, which will be sold low for cash. July 15.
Just received from New-York, a fresh supply of BARNE'S DOUBLE ALE, which will be sold at the rate of thirty seven and a half cents per gallon out of the house; the same and no other on draught in the house at the usual price. Families or Masters of Vessels can be furnished with barrels, half barrels, or small kegs of the above at a short notice. William Tonkin, Corner of Water and Commerce-Street. N. B. Will be kept for the accommodation of customers, a constant supply of BARNE'S DOUBLE ALE and Philadelphia PORTER in bottles. July 15.
NOTICE. The partnership of Wilson, Cunningham & Co. having been dissolved by mutual consent—all those indebted, as well as those who have claims against them, are requested to settle the same with Alexander Wilson or J. B. Cunningham, who are fully authorised to liquidate the business of said concern. William Pennock, Alexander Wilson, James B. Cunningham. Norfolk, July 15, 1808. The business heretofore carried on by the above firm will be continued by the Subscribers, under the firm of Wilson & Cunningham. Alexander Wilson, James B. Cunningham.
ADVERTISEMENT. To a Gentleman who has not been seen or heard of by his friends in his native country since March, 1806. This gentleman may with perfect safety, both as to publick and private concerns impart his situation and place of residence to THE EDITOR OF THIS PAPER, who can give him any information about his family. This advertisement is made by those most interested in him and the reference may be confided in.—The gentleman to whom it is addressed, will know it by these circumstances. He left his native country in March 1806.—He was the only surviving son of his father, whose name was Thomas, born 1740 and married M. E. His brother John who was elder than him, had died before. His twin sisters were C. & A. of whom the former was dead before 1806. He was born in the parish of B where the estate of his ancestors is. Educated at I in the county of R, and taken care of by his aunt Cecilia. July 15.
Collector's Office, Norfolk, 11th July, 1808. THE President of the United States having deemed it expedient to extend the time for granting permissions to send vessels in ballast to places in the West-Indies, or to any part of America North of the line, for the purpose of bringing property into the United States, under the 7th section of the act of 12th March last, Notice is hereby given that permissions will be granted at this office on the principles pointed out by the law, provided that application be made prior to the first day of August next, as no permission will afterwards be granted. WM. THOMSON, D. C. For LARKIN SMITH, COLLECTOR.
GOULD'S Packet will sail for Baltimore TO-MORROW. July 18.
FOR RENT, A convenient Dwelling-House for a small family, pleasantly situated. Apply to Job Palmer.

ENGLISH KID SHOES.
WOOD & HASTINGS, HAVE JUST RECEIVED. 1 trunk fashionable English Kid Shoes, For Sale at a very low price To close a consignment, they will sell the best of Hussar BOOTS at 8 Dolls. per pair, Backstrap do. at 10 do. do. June 9 if
A Cargo of Liverpool Stoved SALT, For Sale on board the ship Mars. Moses Myers. April 18.
For RENT, The Store, Compting-Room & Cellar, at present occupied by Mess. Wood & Hastings, no. 90. Main-street. Apply to Thomas Willock. August 24.
NOTICE. Whenever hereafter any person or persons, shall prefer his or their petition, to the Judge of the Virginia District Court, for the purpose of obtaining a mitigation or remission of any fine, penalty or forfeiture, incurred under the laws of the United States; such petition must be deposited with the Clerk of the District Court, and by him, be transmitted to the Judge. By order of the Honourable Cyrus Griffin, Judge of the United States for the District of Virginia. Teste, Seth Foster, Clerk. June 15.
I will give Cash for barrel STAVES for fifteen days from this date. Moses Myers. June 6.
At the Old CUT-NAIL Manufactory, corner of Main and Church-streets, the subscriber keeps on hand constant supply, and can furnish at short notice, any quantity of Nails, Flooring Brads and Sprigs, At the following reduced prices, by the Keg—for cash only, viz— 8, 10, 12, and 20d Nails and Brads at 7 1/2 d lb. 6d Nails, 9 1/2 d 4d do. 2s. 9d. or 11d 3d do. 2s. 3d. or 12 1/2 d Sheathing, 7 1/2 d 6d Sprigs, 4s 6d per M. 6d do. 2s 9d 2d. and 3d. do. 2s 3d No offers also for cash only— HOOP IRON ASSORTED. Thos. Seaman.
The Subscriber having resumed his former Business of Commissioner and Broker, will buy or sell Goods on Commission, post Books, adjust Accounts, and procure Money on good paper or merchandise, at the shortest notice. James Maurice, No. 44, Church-Street May 30.
FOR RENT. The STORE in Market-Square, now occupied by the subscriber. For terms apply at his office. Thomas Blanchard. April 7.
6000 bushels Stoved SALT, 50 crates well assorted Earthenware—For Sale on board the ship Sally, by A. Maclure. March 2.
Leather, Cordage, and Loaf Sugar. The subscriber will hereafter expose for Sale at his Warehouse on Campbell's wharf the above Articles, of the manufacture of Norfolk, at reduced prices for Cash, or on short credits only. Theo. Armistead. He will sell or lease for a term of years, the STORES at the end of Marston's and Rothery's wharves. Feb. 20.
Richard Jeffrey & Co. No. 66, Main-street, corner of Bank-Street, have just received from London, per the ship Planter, An assortment of MEDICINES, of the first quality Alfo, a few hundred weight refined Salt Petre, Hardham's Snuff, No 9, and 37, in 1-2 and 1-4 pound canisters, Violet, Benzoin, Windsor and Shaving Soap, Evan's best Crown Lances, Tooth Brushes of superior kind, Refined Liquorice, &c. They have on hand, and are in daily expectation of receiving from Amsterdam, all kinds of GLASS WARE, suitable to Apothecaries. MEDICINE CHESTS for ships and family use, with printed directions, put up as usual. October 5.
Fresh Imperial TEA. Just received 17 boxes fresh Imperial TEA, of the present year's importation.—Also on Hand, 25 tons assorted BAR IRON, 80 barrels and a few hogsheads Muscovado Sugar, 40 barrels and bags Green Coffee; 25 hds. old Antigua Rum, 20 hds. Molasses; 8 pipes French Brandy, 10 crates assorted Queen's Ware, A few quarter casks of Sherry and Teneriffe Wine, Whiskey in barrels; Loaf Sugar, New York prime Pork and Beef; 30 casks Cheese, A few barrels Mackerel; Soap; Candles; Demijohns, &c. For Sale by Jennings & Roddey. February 26.
For SALE, 4000 bushels Ground Allum SALT, And a few well assorted crates of EARTHENWARE. George Murray, & Co. December 7.
For SALE at my Brew-House, Strong, Table, and Ship BEER, by the hogshead, barrel, and half barrel—and a constant supply of bottled PORTER in packages and by the dozen. And in Store, Wines, Liquors, and Groceries, wholesale and retail. Joseph Hayes. Feb. 18.
Mackinder & White, Have just received from on board the schooner Liberty, Capt Lewis, from Philadelphia, 150 boxes fresh Imperial and Hyson TEAS, of superior quality. ALSO, A fresh supply of Hollands GIN, Tickenburs, superfine Cloths, Gentlemen's Silk Hats, Parols, &c.—Which they offer for Sale on the lowest terms, for cash or approved notes. N. B. A few barrels of prime Smithfield MESS PORK. April 15.
TRIAL OF COMMODORE BARRON.
As soon as a sufficient number of Subscriptions are procured, to defray the cost of the Paper, WILL BE PUBLISHED, AT THE LEDGER OFFICE, NORFOLK.
THE WHOLE PROCEEDINGS IN THE TRIALS OF Commodore JAMES BARRON, Capt. CHARLES GORDON, Commandant of the United States' frigate Chesapeake, JOHN HALL, Esq. Captain of Marines, and WILLIAM HOOK, Gunner. These Trials will be found highly interesting to the public in general, and to the Officers of the United States' Navy in particular. Every circumstance relative to the important affair, which gave occasion for these Trials, will be found detailed with great exactness; and many official documents which have not yet been published will appear with this work. The interest which the nation has taken in this affair, and the circumstances connected with it, render it unnecessary that the Publisher should offer any remarks upon the value of the work. Officers of the Navy will be greatly interested in having the proceedings of the most important Trials that have occurred in the service. The Publisher has been favoured with a record of the proceedings; he will pay particular attention to the correct execution of the work, which it is expected will contain from two hundred and fifty to three hundred pages, octavo.
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SAMUEL COLEMAN, Market-Street, westward of the Market, has established A Boot and Shoe MANUFACTORY. For this purpose he has employed the journeymen who were lately in the service of Mr. Walker—as those are said to be the best workmen in the place, and as he is determined to spare no expense in getting the best materials, it is probable that those who will be served who choose to promote an institution so favourable to the interests of Norfolk, inasmuch as that it will give employment to a considerable number of people, and it will be made extensive in proportion to the encouragement given to it. New SHOES from New-York, as usual for Sale—such as have been generally sold in retail at 9s and 9 1/2 d for 7s. 6d.; those at 18s. for 13s. 6d. except of Morocco leather; Ladies' Morocco Slippers at 8s. 3d. for 7s. 6d. and in nearly the same ratio for every other kind of Shoes, where the former prices will bear reduction.
Gentlemen's SHOES and PUMPS of many kinds, made in his factory, and in Newark. VERNON'S BOOTS, which are no doubt elegant—Having on hand nearly 200 pair of Boots, he believes there are very few gentlemen who cannot be fitted. A few hundred bushels of ground Allum Salt; India Cottons, &c. &c. as low as they can be sold for a profit, for Cash.
A few Casks of Best LONDON PORTER. July 6.
NORFOLK BOROUGH. At a Hustings Court continued and held the 25th day of May, 1808. Cornelius Cruywaygan, Compt' In Chancery. against Marizitz Boztells and Moses Myers, Defendants. The defendant Marizitz Boztells not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this commonwealth: on the motion of the complainant by his counsel, it is now ordered that the said defendant Marizitz Boztells, do appear here on the fourth Monday in July next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some Newspaper printed in this Borough for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-House of said Borough: and it is further ordered, that the defendant Moses Myers who hath effects of the said Marizitz Boztells in his hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such effects, but retain them until the further order or decree of this court. A Copy, Teste, WILLIAM SHARP, C. C.
NORFOLK BOROUGH. At a Hustings Court continued and held the 24th day of May, 1808. Thomas Jones, Compt' In Chancery. against Thomas Wright, administrator with the will annexed of Thomas Newton, deceased. Defendant. The defendant not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this commonwealth: on the motion of the complainant by his counsel, it is now ordered that the said defendant do appear here on the fourth Monday in July next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the Newspapers printed in this Borough for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-House of the said Borough. A Copy, Teste, WILLIAM SHARP, C. C.
VIRGINIA, to wit: At a Chancery District Court held in the City of Williamsburg, the 26th day of April 1808. Robert, John, and Frances Howard, infants under the age of twenty one years, by Henry Howard their father and next friend, Plaintiffs. Against Mary Sclater, widow and devisee for life of John Sclater, deceased, Richard and William S. Sclater, sons and devisees of the said John Sclater, deceased, Edmund Tabb, Frances Tabb an infant under the age of twenty one years, Frances Powell, Elizabeth Smith, and Miles Cary, executor of John Sclater, deceased, and as executor of the said John, who was executor of Richard Sclater, deceased, Defendants. On the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, Sarah Tabb is assigned guardian to the infant defendant Frances Tabb, to defend her in this suit, and the defendant Edmund Tabb not having entered his appearance and given security according to the Act of Assembly and the rules of this Court, and it appearing to the Court that he is not an inhabitant of this country: It is ordered, that the said defendant do appear here on the first day of the next term, and answer the bill of the plaintiffs, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the Newspapers published in the Borough of Norfolk, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the former capitol in this city. A Copy, Anthony Robinson, C. C.
NOTES OF HAND, according to the new form established by the Directors of the Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, for sale at this office.
FRANCIS SMITH, Has for Sale, 400 boxes white and brown Cuba SUGAR, 4 hogsheads and 20 barrels Muscovado Sugar, 23 puncheons Grenada and 5 hogsheads choice old Antigua Rum; 8000 wt. Green Coffee; 150 sacks Salt, 3 pipes, 3 hds. and 35 dozen choice old London Particular Madeira Wine; 1 pipe very choice Shrub, 12 tiers Rice; 25 boxes 10 by 12 Window Glass, 1 box 7-8 Irish Linen; 1 trunk Calico; 1 box Hats, 1 case Jeans and Dimities. In Store, and will be Sold by retail, 300 barrels Corn; 180 bbls. and 50 half barrels superfine Flour; 50 kegs Jamieson's Crackers. July 1.
The Subscriber is disposed to Contract for a quantity of BRICKS and LIME. Terms will be made known on application to John Saunders, Asst. M. Agent Fort Nelson, June 17.
Landing at Southgate and Dickson's wharf, from the ship Fame, from Jamaica, and for Sale, 86 puncheons choice 4th proof Rum, 20 hogsheads do. Molasses, 4 casks Ginger; 18 bags Pimento. June 13. William Dickson.
LABOURERS WANTING.
The President and Directors of the Dismal Swamp Canal Company want to hire for the ensuing season, a number of Hanes to work on the Canal; they will be provided with good wholesome food, and the usual quantity of whiskey per diem—liberal wages will be given, and their wages paid at the end of every month. Apply to Richard Blum, William Cannmack, or Samuel Proctor, Overseer. May 6.
LANDING From on board the Swedish Sloop African, captain Portelly, from St. Bartholomews, 2800 HIDES, Spanish, 10 tiers fine Green Marygalante COFFEE, 15 tiers fine Flotant INDIGO—For Sale by Wilson, Cunningham, & Co. IN STORE, 10,000 wt. good COFFEE, 15 hogsheads good 2d quality SUGAR, 10 do. N. E. RUM. May 27.
WOOD & HASTINGS, Have just received from Baltimore and Philadelphia, a hand-some assortment of SPRING GOODS, which with their goods on hand, comprise a large and general assortment, and they will be sold at very reduced prices for Cash only. May 9.
NOTICE. The Copartnership of RICHARD BOWDEN, & Co. having expired, Richard Drummond is authorised to receive and pay the debts of said concern. Moses Myers, Richard Bowden, Richard Drummond. February 2.
Phoenix Fire Office.
The Subscriber, Agent to the PHOENIX ASSURANCE COMPANY, of London, for the State of Virginia, begs leave to inform the publick, that he is now fully empowered to subscribe Policies of Insurance for property against Fire throughout the United States of America, in conformity to the Proposals heretounto subjoined. N. B. FORTY THOUSAND DOLLARS can be insured in one risk on Buildings and their contents, and also on Ships and their Cargoes on board, in the First Class, but in all cases where Ten Thousand Dollars are exceeded, a special agreement must be made with the Agents, and an increase of premium added to those mentioned in the proposals, of not less than one eighth per cent. on the whole sum insured. Richard Taylor. September 8.
FOR SALE, 30,000 acres valuable LAND, situated upon the river Washita, in one of the most fertile parts of Louisiana—Particulars with regard to local advantages, situation, title, and the most favourable terms to purchasers, will be made known by application to THOMAS TUNNO, in Charleston, or MORRIS MILLER, in Savannah. Feb. 8.
ADVERTISEMENT. A good Price will be given for the First Vol. of the History of France, BY GIFFORD. This Book was sent to the late Mr. Mrick to be bound, and sold at Auction with the rest. Apply at the Ledger Office April 29.
Two thousand Spanish HIDES, For Sale by William Plume, & Co. June 6.
NOTICE. The Subscribers have removed to the Ware-House, No. 6, on Newton's wharf, formerly occupied by Messrs. John D. Haldane, & Co. JENNINGS & RODDEY. January 8.
NOTICE. The partnership of Ellis & Sprigg, of Hampton, is this day by mutual consent dissolved—all persons indebted to the said firm are requested most earnestly to come forward and pay their respective balances to Mr. C. Sprigg; and all those who have claims against said firm, to produce them to said C. Sprigg for settlement. Samuel Ellis, Per his Attorney in fact, Robert Gibson, Corbin Sprigg. Hampton, February 17.
On Hand, A few qr. casks of choice Teneriffe WINE, And a few kegs fresh Dutch HERRINGS—For sale by the Subscriber. Moses Myers. April 25.
WHITE JEANS, &c. Just Received A few pieces very fine White JEANS, Real Patent NANKINEES, Best NAVY CLOTHS, and fashionable BUTTONS. For Sale by WOOD & HASTINGS. May 9.
Dr. Tissot's celebrated Gout and Rheumatic Drops.
The Gout, Rheumatism, Lumbago, and the various disorders of the same nature, are so exquisitely painful, and so difficult to be cured, that they have justly excited the attention of the most stretch of medical investigation. Some professional gentlemen have excelled in one department of the sciences; others in another. Dr. Tissot particularly has long been renowned for the superiority of his prescriptions in chronic diseases, and the length of time which elapsed during his sole attention to the nature and effects and cure of these affections, render the medicines which he recommended of invaluable importance. The beneficial effects of these drops, have been so often experienced, and their extraordinary efficacy has been attested by witnesses so numerous and so unimpeachably credible, that incredulity itself cannot doubt the virtues of Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatic Drops. Large quantities have already been vend, and the sale is now become so general, and their certainty in curing the disorders of a chronic nature is so completely ascertained, that certificates of their unbounded utility are now unnecessary. Testimonies of their value, and a volume of attested cases performed by them, may be seen upon application at T. W. Dyott's genuine Drug and Patent Medicine Warehouse, No. 57, South Second-street, Philadelphia.
The price of Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatic Drops, is only two dollars per bottle, with copious directions. Generous allowances made to those who buy to sell again. Of the many respectable testimonies of the effects of the above Drops, which have been received by the proprietor, we beg leave to annex the following:
Certificate of General Ridgely of Hampton. I certify that having received a flow on my knee, which induced severe pain and swelling, I was advised to apply to Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatic Drops, and on bathing the part with them only a few times, agreeably to the directions, they effected a perfect cure. Another time my wrist was affected with rheumatism to such a degree, as to render my hand for the time useless, when on application of the same remedy in like manner, the disorder in the course of twenty-four hours was entirely removed. I therefore, from the experience I have had of the efficacy of said medicine, consider it a beneficent act to recommend it in similar cases to others. (Signed) C. RIDGELY, of Hampton.
Certificate of John Gilson, Esq. one of the Directors of the Farmers' Bank of Maryland. I certify that about a year since, my foot received an injury by a fall; in a few hours after it was affected with a most excruciating pain, so that I was unable to walk, with crutches. I was apprehensive that this accident would induce a severe fit of the gout, with which I had been frequently attacked. In this situation one of my friends highly recommended and earnestly advised me to apply Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatic Drops; I immediately procured them and made the application; in less than three hours the pain entirely abated, which had been so severe, as to deprive me of sleep for several nights. By a few further applications, a perfect cure succeeded. I have frequently since in other cases, both used them myself, and recommended them to others with invariable success. (Signed) JOHN GIBSON.
Certificate of Mrs. Mary Taylor. I, Mary Taylor, No. 115, Plumb street, Philadelphia, aged upwards of seventy years, having been afflicted with very violent rheumatic pains for more than eight years, being recommended to apply Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatic Drops, on only using half a bottle every rheumatic affection was completely removed, and I have continued free from all pain ever since; as witness my hand. MARY TAYLOR. The above drops are sold wholesale and retail only by BONSAL, CONRAD, & Co. Norfolk.
ALSO, DR. ROBERTSON'S Patent Stomachick Wine Bitters. Celebrated and well known for their superior qualities in restoring weak constitutions, destroying Worms, cleansing and strengthening, giving a proper tone to the stomach, and increasing the appetite—a frequent use of them is a certain preventative against those complaints so common in the spring and fall. Such as intermitting fevers, agues, autumnal fevers, dysenteries, &c. &c. They are particularly serviceable to those who make long sea voyages, and are exposed to unhealthy climates, as a powerful preservative against contagious disorders.
PRO BONO PUBLICO. Patent Water-Proof Brunswick Blacking, prepared with oil, which softens, preserves, and beautifies the leather. Words cannot set forth its just praise, nor can its transcendent qualities be truly known, but by experience; it is especially calculated for, and particularly recommended to sportsmen and gentlemen who are much exposed to the wet—Also for cleaning Harness, as it will effectually prevent the water from penetrating, preserve the leather from cracking, and render it supple and pleasant to the very last, giving it also a beautiful jet black gloss, a proof of which may be seen at the warehouse. The above Blacking is prepared and sold only by T. W. DYOTT, at his Medical Warehouse, No. 11, North Second street, Philadelphia; sold also by his appointment, at BONSAL, CONRAD, & Co's Book Store, Norfolk; and at SOMERVELL & CONRAD'S, Petersburg. Where also may be had, THE IMPERIAL WASH, And new invented LIQUID, For taking out stains, and preserving the quality and colour of saddles, and tops of boots. May 20. lawly
FOR RENT, That convenient Dwelling-House, on Brewer Street, the property of Mr. John Davidson, at present occupied by Mr. Stephen Harris. Also, That convenient House, where Mr. Cornelius Calvert formerly lived; they have very fine gardens and all convenient out-houses—possession may be had on the first day of May next, on application to James Tucker. April 13.
NOTICE. Lost, a CERTIFICATE, certifying my right to four Shares in the Virginia Bank Stock, in consequence of which I shall make application to the Bank for a new one. I request that any person who shall get possession of it, will return it to the subscriber. Edward Watson. April 15. law6w
BANK STOCK LOST. LOST, Certificates for Ten Shares of VIRGINIA BANK STOCK, standing in the name of Ann and Rebecca Begg.—Any person who has, or may find the said certificates, will please to deliver them to the subscriber. Wm. G. Camp. April 13. law6w
1500 sacks SALT, Liverpool filled, 6000 bushels do. loose, and 30 crates Earthenware—For Sale on board the Ship Suchem, by A. Maclure. May 6.
For CASH or approved Discountable Paper, 20 bales best Russia CANVAS, 1 do. Ravens Duck; 1 do. Matras Tickling, 65 packages German Linen—For Sale by Niemyer & Von Kapff. February 26.
NORFOLK: PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS, FOR THE PROPRIETOR, Opposite the Exchange Coffee House. Price Six Dollars Yearly, in advance.