Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1807-01-12 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE And PUBLICK LEDGER.  SINT HIC ETIAM SUA PREMIA LAUDI
VOL. III.]
MONDAY EVENING, JANUARY 12, 1807.
[NO. 77.]
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LEGISLATURE OF KENTUCKY.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Tuesday, December 2, 1806.
Mr. Pope from the select committee appointed to enquire into the charge against Benjamin Sebastian, one of the judges of the court of Appeals, reported the following resolution:
The committee to whom was referred the information communicated to the house, charging Judge Sebastian with having received a pension from the Spanish government, have had the same under consideration, and report that they have with circum- spection and attention examined the various evidence brought before them which is as follows:
The Evidence given on the enquiry into the charges against Benjamin Sebastian, Esq. one of the judges of the Kentucky court of Appeals, before a special committee appointed by the house of representatives for that purpose, on the 27th day of Nov. 1806.
Mr. Thomas Bullitt, of lawful age being first duly sworn, deposed that in the year 1800 or 1801 he was spoken to by judge Sebastian to receive money for him at New Orleans, which he said was coming to him annually, and upon his, the said Bullitt's agreeing to do so, judge Sebastian gave him a draft on Don Andre Armisto, not as an officer, but in the form that drafts are commonly drawn for money without a consideration stated; which draft he forwarded by a Mr. Smith, and was paid off. And that judge Sebastian informed him that he drew 2000 dollars annually for life, in consequence of his, the said Sebastian's having been active in some commercial arrangements with the Spanish government and the people of the western country; and that in the year 1802 he also got a second draft from judge Sebastian for 2000 dollars, which was presented and paid. He also said that he had seen a letter from gov. Carondelet to judge Sebastian, requesting him, the said Sebastian, to appoint an agent or agents to meet Gayoso at Madrid, which letter was dated previous to the drafts, and in consequence of which letter, judge Sebastian said he was induced to take his first trip to New Orleans. Mr. Bullitt upon being interrogated whether this letter did not go to implicate judge Sebastian as an officer under Spain? He answered in the negative. Mr. Bullitt also stated that judge Sebastian told him, that while he was making those commercial arrangements (for which he became entitled to the annuity) a courier arrived at New Orleans, giving information of the negotiation of peace between America and Spain, which put a stop to the arrangements. Mr. Bullitt was also interrogated, whether or not the annuity spoken of was in consequence of any monied or property consideration? He answered that he understood that it was in consequence of judge Sebastian's own personal services in bringing about the before mentioned commercial arrangements.
Examined and signed by
THOMAS BULLITT.
Mr. Charles Wilkins, being duly sworn deposed, that in the fall of 1804 he went to Natchez, and on examining the papers of John A. Seitz, deceased, deposited in the house of John and C. Wilkins at Natchez, found among them a draft on the Spanish governor at New Orleans or any other person authorised, drawn by Benjamin Sebastian, for the amount of his, the said Benjamin Sebastian's pension, but did not recollect the date of the draft. Mr. Wilkins being interrogated, whether or not the word "pension" was made use of in the draft? He answered that he was confident that it was. Mr. Wilkins was also asked, if Don Andre Armisto was not the secretary to the colony of Louisiana? He answered that he was. It was also enquired of Mr. Wilkins, if the hand writing of the draft and letter produced by him did not appear to be the same? He also answered that it did appear to be the same.
Examined and signed by
CHARLES WILKINS.
The letter referred to in the foregoing deposition is in the following words and figures, viz.
"LOUISVILLE, Feb. 18, 1804.
"DEAR SIR—The intelligence of your having safely arrived at Natchez about a month ago, gave me very considerable pleasure, not only because you were thus far secure from the dangers of a hazardous voyage, but also that you would soon have it in your power to determine whether the application to be made on my account, would be productive or not. As the subject is all-important to me, and of course I feel a considerable solicitude about it; the sooner you can inform me of the true situation of the business the better; for, if you succeed, I shall be eased of a great weight of anxiety, and if you do not, I must immediately make the necessary preparations to descend the river myself, for the purpose of collecting proof of my situation, and lay a statement of the business before the minister."
"If the person who was authorised to have transacted this affair in N. O. should be gone hence before you arrive there, it is probable the application must be made at the Havana; and if this idea had suggested itself to you, I have flattered myself that that circumstance would hasten your departure from Natchez, or that you would devise some mode whereby application at N. O. might be made through the agency of some confidential person."
"Accept the warmest wishes for your prosperity and happiness of your sincere friend and servant,
"BEN: SEBASTIAN."
Messrs. Joseph H. Davesse, Thomas Bullitt, John Allen, and John Pope, proved that the body
and signature of the said letter was in the hand writing of judge Sebastian.
Mr. James T. Martin, being also duly sworn, deposed as follows: "In the year 1805, I received from the agent of Messrs. John & Charles Wilkins, at Natchez, a trunk delivered me as the property of the late John A. Seitz, who died at Orleans in July 1804. The trunk contained a number of papers relative to the concern of said Seitz; among which a draft was signed Sebastian as the drawer, but I did not know the hand writing of judge Sebastian; nor am I confident that it was signed "Benjamin Sebastian," but I recollect perfectly the substance of the address of the draft is contained and I believe expressed in the following words: "To the proper officer in the Spanish government for paying off such claims." The trunk that contained the above paper I forwarded to John Clay in New Orleans in October 1805, accompanied with a letter, in which I requested him (as well as I recollect) to give it the first conveyance to Mr. Francis West of Philadelphia."
(Signed) JAMES T. MARTIN.
Before the committee on the enquiry into the charges against Judge Sebastian—Nov. 28, 1806. A. M.
Mr. Thomas Bullitt was again called upon and stated on oath as follows: That the letter spoken of yesterday by him from the Baron of Carondelet to judge Sebastian, was on the subject of commercial arrangements, and that the names of Mr. Innes and Mr. Nicholas and some other person not recollected, were in it, and who were requested jointly with judge Sebastian to appoint an agent or agents to meet Gayoso at Madrid—and that commercial arrangements appeared to be the only object of that letter—and that judge Sebastian informed him that he the said Sebastian insisted on the articles of their commercial arrangements being signed, stating that the treaty might not be ratified, and if it was not they would have their operation, and if it was, they would do no harm. The governor answered he would not do any thing further in the business.
Examined and signed by
THOMAS BULLITT.
His excellency C. Greenup, esq. was duly sworn and deposed as follows: That he knew nothing of judge Sebastian's receiving money from the Spanish government, until yesterday, on the receipt of judge Sebastian's resignation, in which he stated the commercial arrangements and the money which he had received in consequence of them—but that he saw a memorial in 1799 or 1800, concerning a negotiation with Spain for a grant of land, in which memorial some expressions were contained like the following: "That the memorialists were dissatisfied with their government and were more pleased with the mild and pacific government of his Catholic majesty," and that judge Sebastian told him that the baron Carondelet assured him, the said Sebastian, that upon a proper company being formed, a grant of land would be made to them.
Examined and signed
CHRISTOPHER GREENUP.
Mr. Richard Steele was also duly sworn and deposed, that the memorial alluded to by governor Greenup, was drawn up by judge Sebastian, as he conceived from the hand writing and conversation which he had with judge Sebastian on that subject, and that he as one of the company did refuse to have any thing further to do with it, in consequence of its stating that the memorialists were dissatisfied with the government of their country, and were more pleased with the government of Spain, which expressions were afterwards at a meeting of the company expunged; and then judge Sebastian refused to be their agent or to have any thing more to do with it in consequence of those expressions in the memorial being stricken out. Mr. Steele also stated that Messrs. Grayson, of Bardstown, A. Steele, of Shelbyville, doctor F. Riggely, now of Woodford county, and the late John A. Seitz, then of Lexington, are directors, and that upon judge Sebastian's withdrawing from the company, doctor John Watkins was appointed agent to carry the scheme into effect.
Examined and signed by
R. STEELE.
Mr. Wingfield Bullock, being also sworn, deposed, that he was one of the memorialists spoken of by Mr. Steele, and at a meeting of the company held at Frankfort, previous to the one alluded to by Mr. Steele, it was proposed to strike out of the memorial the expressions of their being dissatisfied with their government, and were more pleased with that of Spain, which proposition was warmly opposed by judge Sebastian, upon which he withdrew his name, and had nothing more to do with the company.
Mr. Daniel Weisiger being also duly sworn, deposed, that he was administrator with the honorable Harry Innes, of the late Samuel M. Brown, deceased, and that judge Sebastian had a claim against the estate of the said Brown, amounting to about fifteen hundred dollars, which he, the said Sebastian, informed him was sent by some person from New Orleans, for the support and education of his son then at judge Sebastian's, over whom judge Sebastian had the control, and that a Mr. Griffith, who came up from New Orleans with the said Brown's boat, accounted to judge Sebastian for three hundred dollars, part of the said fifteen hundred dollars, and that the balance remained unaccounted for, as the estate of the said Brown was insolvent.
The deposition of Harry Innes, who being sworn, deposed and answereth to the following questions:
Do you, or do you not know, of Mr. Sebastian's receiving money from the Spanish government, or of any officer of that government, and at what times?
Have you any knowledge of any negotiation which was entered into, or attempted by Mr. Sebastian and the Spanish government at New Orleans, or with any officer of that government? If you have, depose as to these facts.
Answer. To the first interrogatory—The deponent saith, he has very little knowledge. That the first intimation which he ever received upon that subject was from Mr. Wilkins, in Lexington, some time in August last—that as Mr. Wilkins has deposed to the fact, and any thing detailed by this deponent as coming from that gentleman would be hearsay, the deponent conceives it improper to relate it—that Mr. Wilkins informed this deponent of a letter signed by Mr. Sebastian, which he had in his possession, and which he found among the papers of Mr. Seitz, relative to a money transaction which he promised to show this deponent and give him a copy—that the next day Mr. Wilkins showed the original letter, which was signed with Mr. Sebastian's name, but had no direction, it being supposed to have gone under a cover; which letter this deponent from his knowledge of Mr. Sebastian's hand writing, believes to be his, and Mr. Wilkins gave the promised copy after comparing.
This deponent further states, that he had no communication with Mr. Sebastian after receiving the said copy, till the Saturday of the first week of the session of the court of appeals, in October last, when in an interview in this town, this deponent mentioned the information he had received from Mr. Wilkins, respecting the bill for a pension, and showed him the copy of the letter. Mr. Sebastian read the letter, said he had no recollection of having written such a letter, and acknowledged that he had given Mr. Seitz the bill; and then observed that the pension had been given to him in consequence of the business which induced him to go to New Orleans in 1795.
Answer to the second question—I have. But before this deponent proceeds to answer the question, he requests to be indulged with "asking some preliminary observations on the state of the publick mind in this country in the year 1794, respecting the navigation of the Mississippi. This deponent observes, that it must be known and recollected by some of the committee, the violent heat that pervaded this state, arising from the publications and proceedings of the Democratic society in Lexington and some other places—that it must be known and recollected that the French minister Genet had sent his emissaries to this state to excite the people of Kentucky to offensive measures against the Spanish province of Louisiana, that officers were appointed to command an army to be raised for that purpose, and that report said it was to consist of 2000 men—the truth of these facts the deponent has no doubt can if necessary be proved—and this deponent is of opinion that the proceedings of the people in the western country induced Spain to accede to the treaty at the time she did.
The deponent further states, that such was the heat of the publick mind at that period respecting the navigation of the Mississippi, that he avoided all the meetings of the democratic societies, least their measures should lead to acts which would attract the notice of the general government, and prosecutions be instituted which could only be done in the court in which this deponent presides.
That this deponent is convinced that the anxiety which appeared to pervade the state at that period, as expressed by the democratic societies, induced the president of the United States to send a messenger, to wit: col. Jas. Innes to this state, to communicate through the executive to the people of Kentucky, the situation of the pending negotiation between the United States and Spain, respecting the navigation of the Mississippi—that the messenger arrived in this place on the 25th day of December, 1794, and in the course of that winter made a communication to governor Shelby—and that this communication quieted the publick mind for the present. That the harvest of 1795 was very abundant; and in the fall of that year a general murmur pervaded the people of this country respecting their crops, on account of the probability of having no opportunity of exporting their produce the ensuing season. That some time in November, or early in December, 1795, and this deponent and Wm. Murray, esq. received a letter from Mr. Sebastian, requesting us to meet him at col. George Nicholas's house, in Mercer county, on a day stated in the letter—observing that he had business of importance to communicate which related to us all. This deponent and Mr. Murray went to col. Nicholas's, where we were met, agreeably to appointment, by Mr. Sebastian, who submitted to us a letter he had received from the baron de Carondelet, then governor of Louisiana, to which this deponent refers, and makes a part of this deposition, in the words and figures following:
New Orleans, July 16, 1795.
"SIR, The confidence reposed in you by my predecessor, brigadier-general Miro, and your former correspondence with him, have induced me to make a communication to you highly interesting to the country in which you live, and to Louisiana."
"His majesty being willing to open the navigation of the Mississippi to the people of the western country, and being also desirous to establish certain regulations, reciprocally beneficial to the commerce of both countries, has ordered me to proceed on the business, and to effect in a way the most satisfactory to the people of the western country his benevolent design."
"I have, therefore, made this communication to you, in expectation that you will procure agents to be chosen and fully empowered by the people of your country, to negotiate with col. Gayoso on the subject, at New Madrid, whom I shall send there in October next, properly authorized for that purpose, with directions to continue at that place, or its vicinity until the arrival of your agents."
"I am by information well acquainted with the character of some of the most respectable inhabitants of Kentucky, particularly of Innes, Nicholas and Murray, to whom I wish you to communicate the import of this address; and should you and those gentlemen think the object of it as important as I do, you will doubtless accede, without hesitation, to the proposition I have made, of sending a delegation of your countrymen, sufficiently authorised to treat on a subject which so deeply involves the interest of both our countries."
"I remain with every esteem and regard, "Sir,
"Your most obedient, humble servant, "THE BARON OF CARONDELET."
This deponent further states, that after deliberating on the contents of the letter, it was the unanimous opinion of the four persons referred to in the letter, that from the situation of the pending treaty between the United States and Spain, of which no communication had been received for near twelve months, and the uncertainty when it would terminate; that as it was a subject in which all the western people were greatly interested—that as it had excited great heat in the minds of the people of this country—that as we had no power to appoint agents to meet col. Gayoso, as was requested, that under these existing circumstances, it would not be prudent to communicate the subject matter of the letter, yet that it was advisable to know what was the object of the Spanish government upon that important subject. To accomplish this object it was thought advisable, that as the communication was made to Mr. Sebastian, he ought to meet col. Gayoso; and in consequence of this opinion Mr. Sebastian descended the Ohio. On Mr. Sebastian's return from New Orleans in 1796, he informed this deponent, col. Gayoso was at the mouth of the Ohio river, waiting for an answer to the Baron's letter, that the severity of the weather induced them to go to New Madrid, where a conference took place on the subject of the letter; that among the concessions which were stipulated, Gayoso proposed to reduce the duty of six per cent. import, and six per cent. export, amounting to twelve per cent. to four per cent.—that he, Mr. Sebastian, insisted that as the Spanish government had come forward upon the principle of conciliating the people of the western country, that no duty ought to be exacted from them, because they claimed as a right the free and undisturbed navigation of the Mississippi river. Finding Gayoso fixed and immovable on that point, he proposed to go to New Orleans, and refer the point in dispute to the governor general, which being acceded to, he descended the river to New Orleans with col. Gayoso. Upon their arrival at N. Orleans, the governor had a private interview with Mr. Sebastian, and requested information as to the point in dispute between him and col. Gayoso.—Mr. Sebastian stated the demand of four per cent. impost, to which the governor replied that colonel Gayoso was wrong, and that he would release it, as the plan was altogether conciliatory; but observed that he was then pressed by public business, yet would attend to him on a particular day, which he named—that a day or two preceding the time fixed for the interview, he received a message to immediately wait on the governor—upon repairing to the government house, the governor informed him that a courier had arrived from the Havana informing that a treaty of friendship, limits and navigation had been entered into by his Catholic majesty and the United States, which put an end to their business. That Mr. Sebastian then showed this deponent a paper in his hand writing, containing the concessions which had been stipulated by Gayoso, and which he believes is the same paper now in his hands, and here presented to the committee, which is in the words and figures following:
"His Catholic majesty having taken into consideration the relative situation of his province of Louisiana, and its dependencies, and that part of the United States of America lying west of the Appalachian mountains, and being of opinion that a commercial intercourse between the two countries will be productive of the harmony and reciprocal interest thereof, has been pleased to concede to the people of the said western country, during his pleasure, the following privileges:
"1st. The people of the western country shall henceforth freely use and exclusively enjoy for the purpose of commerce, the navigation of the river Mississippi, and all the ports and places thereof under the government of his Catholic majesty, subject to the same regulations and restrictions, and no other, by which the commerce of the subjects of his Catholic majesty are now governed. And whereas the people of the said western country are now subject to the payment of six per centum ad valorem on all the produce of the said western country, imported into the government of Louisiana and its dependencies, and also to the payment of the same duty on the exportation thereof, and his majesty being willing to remove every obstacle to that friendly intercourse which he is desirous to establish and maintain with the western people, shall hereafter be subject to the payment of a duty of 4 per centum only, whether the produce imported be disposed of in the markets of Louisiana, or exported to foreign markets; and that the duty to be thus paid by the said western people shall be regulated by the valuation of their produce hereto annexed."
"2d. That there may be no impediment or obstruction to the fullest and most advantageous enjoyment of the privileges hereby granted to the people of the said western country by his Catholic majesty, such of the western people as may chuse to reside in the government of Louisiana, for the purpose of carrying on commerce, shall henceforth be permitted to acquire by purchase or otherwise, both real and personal property in any port or place on the said river Mississippi, or at any other place

within the government of the said province of Louisiana and its dependencies, and shall be protected by the said government in the enjoyment thereof, the said residents being amenable during their residence, to the same laws and regulations by which the subjects of the said province are governed; and should the said residents or any of them die in the said province, or think proper to remove to the United States, or elsewhere, their property both real and personal, shall in the first place be disposed of according to the will of the decedent, and where no will has been made, shall descend to, and be distributed among the legal representatives of the deceased, agreeable to the laws of the said province; and in the last case the removing resident shall have the liberty of disposing of the absolute estate, in the whole or in part of the property which he has either carried to, or acquired in the said province, and to transport the proceeds thereof, free from duty, to any part of the world.
"2d, His Catholic majesty to evince to the said western people his disposition to encourage the commerce of their country, hereby permits them when they cannot get a satisfactory market for their produce in the province of Louisiana or its dependencies, to export the same to the Havana
or any other port or place, either in the United States or Europe; and the said produce being exported to the Havana, or to any of the said ports in the Spanish dominions, having paid the duty in the province of Louisiana, and the proprietor thereof taking from the proper officer in the said province, authentic documents of the payment, shall not again be subject to the payment of any duty in any port or place in the said Spanish dominions, to which the said produce shall be exported, but the same may be disposed of in any such port or place under the same rules and regulations which at present govern the disposal of the produce of Louisiana.
"4th, To prevent any misconstruction or improper use of privileges hereby granted, it is explicitly declared that the importation of all articles of commerce, of what nature or description soever which are not actually the production of the said western country, is absolutely prohibited, and if any person shall hereafter attempt under any pretext whatsoever, to introduce into the province of Louisiana or its dependencies down the Mississippi the products or manufactures of any other country (unless specially permitted by the government) the same are hereby declared to be contraband and liable to seizure.
"5th, As the commutation of the products of one country for those of another is the foundation of commerce, his majesty in order to establish that reciprocity of interest between his dominions and the said western country, without which no commercial intercourse can be permanent, will cause a preference to be always given in his markets to the products of the said western country, and therefore expects that the people of the said western country acting under the influence of the same principle, will in the purchase of such articles of commerce as they need, whether foreign or domestic, prefer his markets to any other, and as a further inducement thereto, his majesty contrary to a long established rule of his government, does henceforth permit the people of the said western country, to carry out of his dominions whatever money may remain to them after completing their purchases, free from any duty or impost whatsoever."
This deponent having detailed every thing which occurred within his knowledge respecting Mr. Sebastian's receiving a pension, and the object which induced him to descend the Mississippi in the latter end of 1795 or beginning of 1796, addressed to this committee and stated that he was going to make a communication which was not pertinent to the subject of the testimony he had already given, but had relation to the same matter—that he was induced to do it in consequence of the slanders which had been falsely and lavishly heaped upon him by the publications in the Western World—that he had been charged as a disorganizer of the government—that he had been charged in an indirect manner as having improperly received Spanish money, on account of his intimacy with and friendly agency towards Gen. Wilkinson after he joined the army.—To make this communication was a duty he owed to his own character, and to the memory of the late Col. Nicholas, whose character has also been attacked by the publications in the Western World—that he made a solemn appeal to the chairman of the committee, to his country and to his God, that the accusations were false—that the communication he was about to make was of a delicate nature as it related to this deponent; because from the circumstances which attended it, much must depend upon his own veracity, as he could only prove the facts by circumstantial evidence, to wit: the declarations of Col. Nicholas in his lifetime on the same subject.
This deponent then proceeded to state that a certain Thomas Power, who this deponent never saw, came from Louisiana in the summer 1797 and made a communication to Mr. Sebastian in writing, which had a reference to the same characters that are named in the letter of the Baron Carondelet, herein before inserted—that Mr. Sebastian came to this deponent's house some short time after receiving the communication and shewed it to him, upon which this deponent observed that it was a dangerous project and ought not to be countenanced, as the western people had now obtained the navigation of the Mississippi by which all their wishes were gratified. Mr. Sebastian concurred in sentiment, but observed that Power wished a written answer, and requested me to see Col. Nicholas, saying that whatever we did, he would concur in. I promised to visit the Colonel in two or three days. This deponent never had any communication with Mr. Murray upon the business, nor does he know that Mr. Sebastian ever did inform Mr. Murray of it.
This deponent rode to Lexington and had a conference with Col. Nicholas respecting the communication from Power, who agreeing with this deponent that the proposition ought to be rejected; he, Colonel Nicholas instantly wrote an answer, which was copied by this deponent, signed by both of us, and directed by me; that the copy of our answer was taken possession of by me, and has been ever since in my possession, except for a short time that I left it in the hands of Mr. Morrison in August last, to have it copied, as being the executor and friend of Col. Nicholas, he wished to have a copy; Mr. Morrison having previously informed me that Col. Nicholas in his lifetime had related all the circumstances to him, and that he communicated it to James Ross, Esq. of Pennsylvania, when in this country,
in I believe 1798, who was then a senator in the congress of the United States.
This deponent since making this communication recollects that Mr. Sebastian informed him when he gave up the original paper to be submitted to Col. Nicholas, Mr. Power requested it to be returned to him with our answer, which was done, but not until this deponent took a copy, which with the answer are as follows:
"His Excellency the Baron of Carondelet commander in chief and governor of his Catholic majesty's provinces of West Florida and Louisiana, having communications of importance, embracing the interests of said provinces, and at the same time deeply affecting those of Kentucky and the western country in general, to make to its inhabitants, thro' the medium of the influential characters in this country, and judging it in the present uncertain and critical attitude of politics, highly imprudent and dangerous to lay them on paper, has expressly commissioned and authorised me to submit the following proposals to the consideration of Messrs. S. N. I. & M. and also of such other gentlemen as may be pointed out by them, and to receive from them their sentiments and determination on the subject."
"1st, The above mentioned gentlemen are immediately to exert all their influence in impressing on the minds of the inhabitants of the western country a conviction of the necessity of their withdrawing and separating themselves from the federal union, and forming an independent government wholly unconnected with that of the Atlantic states—to prepare and dispose the people for such an event, it will be necessary that the most popular and eloquent writers in this state, should in well timed publications expose in the most striking point of view, the inconveniences and disadvantages that a longer connexion with, and dependence on the Atlantic states must inevitably draw upon them, and the great and innumerable difficulties in which they will probably be entangled if they do not speedily recede from the union—the benefits they will certainly reap from a secession ought to be pointed out in the most forcible and powerful manner, and the danger of permitting the federal troops to take possession of the posts on the Mississippi, and thus forming a cordon of fortified places round them, must be particularly expatiated upon.—In consideration of gentlemen devoting their time and talents to this object, his excellency the Baron of Carondelet will appropriate the sum of one hundred thousand dollars to their use, which shall be paid in drafts on the royal treasury at New Orleans, or if more convenient shall be conveyed at the expense of his Catholic majesty into this country, and held at their disposal. Moreover should such persons as shall be instrumental in promoting the views of his Catholic majesty hold any public employment and in consequence of taking an active part in endeavouring to effect a secession, shall lose their employments, a compensation equal at least to the emoluments of their office, shall be made to them by his Catholic majesty, let their efforts be crowned with success or terminate in disappointment."
"2d. Immediately after the declaration of independence, Fort Massack should be taken possession of by the troops of the new government, which shall be furnished by his catholic majesty without loss of time, with twenty field pieces with their carriages and every necessary appendage including powder, balls, &c. together with a number of small arms and ammunition, sufficient to equip the troops that it shall be judged expedient to raise. The whole to be transported at his expense to the already mentioned Fort Massack. His majesty will further supply the sum of one hundred thousand dollars for the raising and maintaining the said troops, which sum shall also be conveyed to and delivered at Fort Massack."
"3d. The northern boundary of his catholic majesty's provinces of East and W. Florida shall be designated by a line commencing on the Mississippi at the mouth of the river Yazoo, extending due east to the river Confederation or Tombecbee: provided however, that all his Catholic majesty's forts, posts & settlements on the Confederation or Tombecbee, are included on the south of such a line, but should any of his majesty's forts, posts or settlements fall to the N. of said line, then the northern boundary of his majesty's provinces of East and West Florida shall be designated by a line commencing on the Mississippi at the mouth of the river Yazoo, extending due east to the river Confederation or Tombecbee: provided however, that all his catholic majesty's forts, posts and settlements on the Confederation or Tombecbee are included on the south of such a line, but should any of his majesty's forts, posts or settlements fall to the north of said line, then the northern boundary of his majesty's provinces of east and west Florida shall be designated by a line beginning at the same point on the Mississippi and drawn in such a direction as to meet the river Confederation or Tombecbee, six miles to the most northern Spanish fort, post or settlement on the said river. All the lands to the north of that government, saving that small tract of land at the Chickasaw Bluffs on the eastern bank of Mississippi, ceded to his majesty by the Chickasaw nation in a formal treaty concluded on the spot in the year 1795 between his excellency S r . Don Manuel Gayoso De Lemos, governor of Natchez and Augliababeo and some other Chickasaw chiefs; which tract of land his majesty reserves for himself. The eastern boundary of the Floridas shall be hereafter regulated."
"4th. His catholic majesty will in case the Indian nations south of the Ohio, should declare war or commit hostilities against the new government, not only join and assist in repelling its enemies, but if said government shall at any future period esteem it necessary to reduce said Indian nations, extend its dominion over them & compel them to submit themselves to its constitution and laws, his majesty will heartily concur and co-operate with the new government in the most effectual manner in attaining this desirable end."
"5th. His catholic majesty will not either directly or indirectly interfere in the framing of the constitution or laws which the new government shall think fit to adopt, nor will he at any time by any means whatever attempt to lessen the independence of the said government, or endeavour to acquire an undue influence in it, but will in the manner that shall hereafter be stipulated by treaty, defend and support it in preserving its independence."
"The preceding proposals are the outlines of a provisional treaty, which his excellency the baron of Carondelet is desirous of entering into with the inhabitants of the western country, the moment they shall be in a situation to treat for themselves. Should they not meet entirely with your approbation,
and should you wish to make any alterations in, or additions to them, I shall on my return if you think to communicate them to me, lay them before his excellency, who is animated with a sincere and ardent desire to foster this promising and rising infant country, and at the same time promote and fortify the interests of his beneficent royal master, in securing by a generous and disinterested conduct the gratitude and affections of a just, sensible and enlightened people."
"The important and unexpected events that have taken place in Europe since the ratification of the treaty concluded on the 27th of October 1795, between his catholic majesty and the United States of America, and wherever its influence extend, causing a collision of interests between nations formerly living in the most perfect union and harmony, and directing the political views of some states towards objects the most remote from their former pursuits, but none being so completely unhinged and disjointed as the cabinet of Spain, it may be confidently asserted, without incurring the reproach of presumption, that his catholic majesty will not carry the above-mentioned treaty into execution; nevertheless the thorough knowledge I have of the disposition of the Spanish government justifies me in saying that so far from its being his majesty's wish to exclude the inhabitants of this western country from the free navigation of the Mississippi, or withhold from them any of the benefits stipulated for them by the treaty, it is positively his intention, so soon as they shall put it in his power to treat with them, by declaring themselves independent of the federal government and establishing one of their own, to grant them privileges far more extensive, give them a decided preference over the Atlantic states in his commercial connections with them, and place them in a situation infinitely more advantageous, in every point of view than that in which they would find themselves, were the treaty to be carried into effect."
(Signed) LOUISVILLE, 19th July, 1797. To which the following answer was returned.
"SIR, We have seen the communication made by you to Mr. Sebastian."
"In answer thereto, we declare unequivocally that we will not be concerned either directly or indirectly in any attempt that may be made to separate the Western country from the United States.—That whatever part we may at any time be induced to take in the politics of our country, that her welfare will be our only inducement, and that we will never receive any pecuniary or other reward for any personal exertions made by us to promote that welfare."
"The free navigation of the Mississippi must always be the favourite object of the inhabitants of the Western country, they cannot be contented without it; and will not be deprived of it longer than necessity shall compel them to submit to its being withheld from them."
"We flatter ourselves that every thing respecting this important business will be set right by the governments of the two nations; but if this should not be the case, it appears to us that it must be the policy of Spain to encourage by every possible means the free intercourse with the inhabitants of the Western country, as this will be the most efficient means to conciliate their good will, and to obtain without hazard, and at reduced prices those supplies which are indispensably necessary to the Spanish government and its subjects."
The original communication and joint answer of col. Nicholas and this deponent were forwarded to Mr. Sebastian, who has since informed this deponent that both were given to Mr. Power. Whether the latter was signed also by Mr. Sebastian this deponent does not know; it was sent open to him, nor does he recollect that Mr. Sebastian ever informed him he had signed it.
This deponent says that the reasons why he and col. Nicholas did not communicate the subject to the executive of the United States were these.—1st. That it was well known that neither of us approved of Mr. Adams's administration, and that we believed he kept a watchful eye over our actions, that the communication must depend upon his opinion of our veracity, and it would have the appearance of courting his favour. 2d. That we both had reason, and did believe that the then administration, were disposed upon the slightest pretext to send an army to this state, which we considered would be a grievance upon the people, and therefore declined making any communication upon the subject, as we apprehended no design from the Spanish government.
Dec. 1st. 1806. HARRY INNES. This deponent requested that the committee would permit an address from the democratic society of Lexington, bearing date the 13th day of December, 1793—and addressed to the people west of the Allegany and Apalachian mountains, and a remonstrance from the people of Kentucky to the president and congress of the United States on the subject of the navigation of the Mississippi, as also a letter signed Auguste Lachaise, dated as is supposed from other papers some time in May, 1794, addressed to the democratic society in Lexington, stating that (2000) two thousand brave Kentuckians had been recruited to march against the Spaniards in Louisiana to assist the French to regain that country, in support of the statement made by this deponent in his deposition relative to the state of the publick mind in Kentucky in the year 1794, which was accordingly ordered, and the papers read.
HARRY INNES. To the inhabitants of the United States west of the Allegany and Apalachian mountains.
FELLOW CITIZENS, The democratic society of Kentucky having had under consideration the measures necessary to obtain the exercise of your rights to the free navigation of the Mississippi, have determined to address you upon that important topic. In so doing, they think that they only use the undoubted right of citizens to consult for their common welfare. This measure is not dictated by party or faction—it is the consequence of unavoidable necessity. It has become so from the neglect shewn by the general government, to obtain for those of the citizens of the United States, who are interested therein, the navigation of that river.
In the present age, when the rights of man have been fully investigated & declared by the voice of nations, and more particularly in America, where those rights were first developed and declared, it will not be necessary to prove that the free navigation of the Mississippi, is the natural right of the inhabitants
of the country watered by its streams. It cannot be believed that the beneficent God of nature would have blessed this country with unparalleled fertility, & furnished it with a number of navigable streams, and that that fertility should be consumed at home, and those streams should not convey its superabundance to other climes. Far from it; for if we examine the wise diversity of the earth as to climate and productions, lands, seas and rivers, we must discover the glorious plan of infinite beneficence to unite by their exchange of their surplus, various nations, and connect the ends of the earth in the bands of commerce and mutual good offices. From the everlasting decree of providence, then, we derive this right; and must be criminal either to surrender or suffer it to be taken from us, without the most arduous struggle, but this right is ours, not only from nature, but compact. We do not mean to urge this, as the compact could give an additional sanction to a natural right; but to shew that our claim is derived from every source which can give it validity. The navigation of the Mississippi was solemnly given and confirmed by Great Britain to the citizens of the United States, by the provisional articles entered into at Paris, between the two nations. More than eleven years have since elapsed, during which we have been denied the exercise of a right, founded upon such irrefragable grounds. What has been done by the former or present government, during that period, on our behalf? In the former, we have been able to learn of no attempt to procure from the king of Spain, even an acknowledgment of our right. Repeated memorials were presented to congress upon the subject, but they were treated with a neglect bordering upon contempt. They were laid upon the table, there to rest in endless oblivion. Once, indeed, we know this subject was introduced into congress, under the former government; but it was by an unwarrantable and disgraceful proposition to barter away our right. The proposition was not adopted; the attempt being rendered abortive by the spirited and patriotic opposition of a part of the union. The time at length came, when the voice of the people called for a change in the general government: and the present constitution of the United States was adopted. We then flattered ourselves that our rights would be protected; for we were taught to believe, that the former loose and weak confederation having been done away, the new government would possess the requisite energy. Memorials upon the subject were renewed—six years have passed away, and our right is not yet obtained. Money is to be taken from us by an odious and oppressive excise: but the means of procuring it by the exercise of our just right, is denied. In the mean while our brethren, or the eastern waters, possess every advantage which nature on contract can give them. Nay, we do not know that even one firm attempt to obtain it has been made. Alas! is the energy of our government not to be excited against our enemies? Is it at all to be reserved for her citizens?
Experience, fellow citizens, has shown us that the general government is unwilling that we should obtain the navigation of the river Mississippi. A local policy appears to have an undue weight in the councils of the union. It seems to be the object of that policy to prevent the population of this country, could draw from the eastern states their industrious citizens. This conclusion inevitably follows from a consideration of the measures taken to prevent the purchase and settlement of the lands bordering on the Mississippi. Among those measures, the unconstitutional interference which rescinded sales, by one of the states to private individuals, makes a striking object. And, perhaps the fear of a successful rivalry in every article of their exports may have its weight. But if they are not unwilling to do us justice, they are at least regardless of our rights and welfare.—We have found prayers and supplications of no avail, and should we continue to load the table of congress with memorials, from a part only, of the western country; it is too probable they would meet with a fate similar to those which have been formerly presented. Let us, then, all unite our endeavours in the common cause. Let all join, in a firm and undoubted right to the navigation of the Mississippi, remonstrating against the conduct of government with regard to that right, which must have been occasioned by local policy or neglect, and demanding of them speedy and effectual exertions for its attainment. We cannot doubt, that you will cordially and unanimously join in this measure.—It can hardly be necessary to remind you, that considerable quantities of beef, pork, flour, hemp, tobacco, &c. the produce of this country, remain on hand for want of purchasers, or are sold at inadequate prices. Much greater quantities might be raised if the inhabitants were encouraged by the certain sale, which the free navigation of the Mississippi would afford. An additional increase of those articles and a greater variety of produce and manufactures would be supplied, by means of the encouragement, which the attainment of that great object would give to emigration. But it is not only your own right, which you are to regard. Remember that your posterity have a claim to your exertions to obtain and secure that right. Let not your memory be stigmatized with a neglect of duty. Let not history record, that the inhabitants of this beautiful country lost a most invaluable right, and half the benefits bestowed upon it by a bountiful providence, through your neglect and supineness.—The present crisis is favourable. Spain is engaged in a war, which requires all her force. If the present golden opportunity be suffered to pass without advantage, and she shall have concluded a peace with France, we must then contend against her undivided strength.
But, what may be the event of the proposed application is still uncertain. We ought therefore to be still upon our guard, and watchful to seize the first favourable opportunity to gain our object. In order to do this, our union should be as perfect and lasting as possible. We propose that societies should be formed, in convenient districts, in every part of the western country, who shall preserve a correspondence upon this and every other subject of general concern. By means of these societies we shall be enabled speedily to know what may be the result of our endeavours, to consult upon such further measures as may be necessary, to preserve the union, and finally by these means to secure success. Remember that it is a common cause which ought to unite us, that, that cause is indubitably just, that ourselves and posterity are interested, that the crisis is favourable, and that it is only by union, that the object can be achieved. The obstacles are
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MONDAY EVENING, JAN. 12, 1807.
The proceedings of the Kentucky Legislature, in the case of Judge Sebastian, involving in them a more complete investigation of that what is termed the Kentucky Spanish Association than has been presented to the publick, we have, at some considerable trouble, given them entire in this day's paper, to the exclusion of other interesting matter. We trust that the length of these proceedings will not deter the reader from going through them with patient attention, for their perusal will well reward the trouble. The reflections which will arise in the mind of every thinking person, upon this occasion, we can very well imagine, and induce us to omit many of our own.
We are infinitely mortified at a disclosure so dishonourable to the American character. A republick in its infancy exhibiting such strong proofs of depravity, affords but little pleasure in looking forward to a more advanced period. We think every man must view the insidious conduct of Spain with abhorrence, for while she was carrying on friendly negotiations with the government of the United States, she was endeavouring to light the torch of civil war in the country. These plans and views of Spain may be laid aside in appearance, but we are persuaded, and we think that every rational man must be persuaded, that Spain in conjunction with France, or rather we may say France will not permit us to remain undisturbed any longer than the opportunity of injuring us is not in her power. The people in viewing these and more recent transactions in the Western Country, cannot fail to remark, that the persons who are implicated or accused, are those, who have been loudest in their pretensions to patriotism.
Altho' Judge Sebastian is the only one who has been proved to be in the actual pay of Spain, there are many others who can never claim the confidence of their country again. We think it is the duty of every citizen to inform his government of any designs against it, either from domestick traitors, foreign emissaries, or both united. The reasons assigned by Judge Innes, for not giving information, may be conclusive in the mind of the judge, but could never have excused him to his country, if the mischiefs which the plot contemplated had have ensued.
We promise our readers, a view of the conduct and sentiments of one of Napoleon's officers towards the citizens of the United States and their government in our next.
To the attention of our correspondent at Bordeaux, we are indebted for Paris journals, containing the 15th and 16th bulletins of the grand army; the former dated at Wurttemberg the 23d, and the latter at Kopstadt, the 24th of October, at which places the imperial head-quarters were each day respectively. There had been no other battle since those stated in the preceding bulletins already published.
The 16th bulletin states that English goods had been seized at Leipsick to the amount of sixty millions of francs (twelve millions of dollars) that the emperor had ordered each officer a complete suit, and a great-coat and coat for each soldier of his army. The marquis Lucchesini, (Prussian minister) had been some days at the head-quarters of Napoleon, but who had refused to see him—this minister, however, was permitted to have frequent communications with Duroc, the master of the palace. French columns entered Potsdam on the 23d and Berlin on the 24th October.
The duke of Brunswick's minister was treated with the most marked indignation.
On Saturday last his Britannick Majesty's ship Leopard, of 50 guns, arrived in Hampton Roads from Bermuda. Yesterday Rear Admiral Sir Richard Strachan, in the Cæsar of 84 guns, accompanied by the Triumph of 74 guns, and the La Touche frigate, all from Halifax, anchored in the Bay, & yesterday the Melampus frigate got under way from Hampton Roads, and went down to join the admiral.
For advertisements see supplement.
Sir John Borlase Warren's squadron arrived at Portsmouth on the 4th of November, after an unsuccessful cruise in search of the French fleet on the American coast.
London papers mention the dissolution of the British parliament, and that they were canvassing for a new election. Sir Samuel Hood was a candidate for Westminster. New-York Gaz.
On the 5th instant, an election was held at Richmond, for the election of directors for the state and branch banks of Virginia, when the following gentlemen were chosen for the present year:
For Richmond—Abraham B. Venable, John Harvie, Benjamin Hatcher, Joseph Gallego, Gervase Stotts, John H. Foushe, Gabriel Ralston, John C. Hubner, Samuel Pleasants, John Amblor, James Brown, Robert Gamble, John M'Credie, and Charles Ellis.
For Petersburg—Robert Birchett, Paul Nash, Robert Walker, William Clark, Alexander Brown, Thomas Atkinson, Archibald Baugh, Wm. Bowden, James Strange, Samuel Christian, Samuel Hinton, James Byrne, and Benjamin Edwards.
For Fredericksburg—David C. Kerr, John T. Brooke, John Minor, Col. John Mercer, John Taliaferro, Chas. L. Carter, Robert Walker, Thomas Goodwyn, William Hollingsworth, Geo. French, James Vass, John Scott, and Robert Patton.
The house of delegates have adopted an innovation for the court of appeals, distinct from either of the two which we have already noticed. In case of the death, resignation or removal of either of the judges, his place is not to be supplied, but his salary of $450 is to be divided amongst the four others. When one of the remaining four is vacated, his salary is to be divided in the same manner, and the court is to be reduced to 3 judges. For this additional compensation, there are to be 3 sessions in the year and the period of service about 120 days. The resignation of judge Carrington (C. of A.) was yesterday laid before the legislature. (Enquirer.)
PRIVATE CORRESPONDENCE.
(Communicated for the Register.)
BATAVIA, Sept. 14, 1806.
"The Dutch Spice Fleet, from the Moluccas, bound for this place, has been captured by an English country ship and frigate—This fleet is valued at three or four million Spanish Dollars;—a loss which must be most seriously felt by the Company, at this moment."
CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
SKETCHES.
FRIDAY, January 2.
Mr. Elliot offered a resolution to the following effect.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire what amendments or alterations are necessary in the several laws relating to the organization, duties, &c. of the courts of the United States.
Mr. Elliot observed that the amendments to the constitution proposed by the legislature of Kentucky, had been rejected by a sufficient number of the states to render it certain that they would not be adopted: and that difficulties complained of might be remedied by a law for that purpose.
Mr. Dana offered a resolution, the substance of which follows.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire whether prosecutions at common law can be sustained in the courts of the United States, for libelous publications, or defamatory words, touching persons holding offices or places of trust under the government of the U. States, and whether it would not be proper, if such prosecutions can be sustained, to allow the party prosecuted to give the truth in evidence—and that they report by bill or otherwise.
Mr. Dana prefaced this resolution with observing, that in the second judicial circuit, several prosecutions not provided for by the constitution, nor by statute, had taken place for libels and for defamation; two against clergymen and two against printers—he questioned whether a person holding the place of publick prosecutor ought to be allowed so to proceed—if he can so prosecute under the common law, what should be the punishment? At common law, it is fine, imprisonment, pillory, mutilation of the ear, and giving security for good behaviour. Some principle ought to be settled as to the right to prosecute, and as to the punishment, if the right exists; and also as to the right of giving the truth in justification, a right that has been denied to many; which was denied in the second judicial circuit in the case of Harry Crosswell.
He moved that the resolution be committed to the committee of the whole.
Mr. Bidwell. I do not see that the resolution involves any principle on the subject. It appears to me informal.
Mr. Dana. The resolution is in order. I preferred this mode to the development of any specifick proposition. There is no informality in it.
Mr. Campbell. If referred to the committee of the whole, the only question will be for the committee of the whole to enquire into the expediency of its going to a select committee.
Mr. Clay hoped the motion would prevail.
Mr. Quincy also spoke in favour of its reference to the committee of the whole.
Mr. Eppes in making some observations in favour of the motion, for he should have seconded the resolution of the gentleman from Connecticut, had he made such an one, for enquiring into the official conduct of any officer of the U. S. who should dare to prosecute a citizen of the U. S. under the common law for libels; he would vote for his impeachment and removal from office. He was ready to meet the question; but wished a specifick proposition.
Mr. Dana explained. He wished the committee of the whole to settle the principle; and leave it to a select committee to report.
Mr. Campbell was willing to have the subject discussed in committee of the whole; but he thought, as the resolution now stands, the question would first be whether a select committee shall be appointed; if referred to a select committee the committee of the whole will twice discuss the principle. He wished the principle first discussed.
Mr. Smilie thought this course irregular.
Mr. Ely thought the principle would be the immediate object in committee of the whole, as the resolution now stands.
Mr. Eppes said he would read by way of argument two resolutions, the substance of which was First, that prosecution of libellers at common law, is a violation of the freedom of the press. Second, that the truth should always be given in evidence.
Mr. Dana wished the discussion of these propositions: the gentleman can offer his resolutions as an amendment or separately.
Mr. Eppes said he would move the postponement of the gentleman's resolution that he might offer his own. He had always religiously believed, that the common law of our land; and that the truth ought ever to justify a party accused of defamation or libel.
Mr. Alexander spoke in favour of the resolution. He wished the question decided, whether in the courts of the United States a prosecution could be sustained; if so, which he did not believe, he wished the truth might be given in justification.
For referring to the committee of the whole 57, against it 41.
Mr. Clay from the committee to whom was referred the petitions of certain patentees, reported 'a
bill for the encouragement of learning and to promote the useful arts.'
Mr. Dawson, after some observations on the enterprize of Captains Lewis and Clarke, in exploring the Missouri, &c. offered a resolution to the following effect.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire what compensation ought to be made to Messrs. Lewis and Clarke, and their brave companions, for their services, in exploring the western waters, &c. Agreed to, and a committee of 5 appointed.
Some other business of an unimportant nature was transacted, and the house adjourned till Monday.
NEW-YORK, January 1.
A gentleman who arrived here in the schr. Maria Theresa, from Havana, has obligingly favoured us with the following translation of the official account of the re-capture of Buenos-Ayres.
SOUTH-AMERICA.
Extract from the official account received at Havana, relative to the re-taking of Buenos-Ayres, by Don S. Liniers.
Aug. 1.—Last night a detachment of 500 English attacked 200 Spaniards, encamped 4 leagues from the city, and made them leave the field, with 4 cannon and 8 prisoners: few were killed or wounded on either side.
5th.—Our transports crossed from Sacramento to the river of Las Conchas, with a favourable south east wind, and landed 2700 men, with cannon, other arms, &c.
8th.—Very heavy rain from the 6th until last night. We have this moment received news that our troops are marching towards this city, suffering great hardships from the many swamps that lay between us, and impede the passage of the artillery.
10th.—At 12 o'clock gen. Liniers sent the lieut. of infantry Don Hilario Quintanilla, to ask the British general to surrender himself in the course of fifteen minutes; but that officer returned without an answer, as he was denied admittance into the fort. At four o'clock the following letter was sent to the British general:
"Very excellent sir,"
"The fate of arms is variable—it is less than a month since your excellency took this capital without any opposition; attacking with a very small number of troops a multitude of people, who surely were more deficient of a good commander than courage to oppose your intention: but at present, penetrated by the highest enthusiasm and valour, they are ready to throw off a hateful yoke, and to demonstrate that the courage shown by the inhabitants of Ferrol, the Canary Islands and Porto Rico, is not a stranger to those of Buenos Ayres. I come at the head of well disciplined troops very superior to yours. The maritime forces that occupy the entrance of the river, will not leave a retreat for your excellency. Thousands of inhabitants, well armed, full of honour and courage, only wait for a signal from me to overthrow the British troops.—The just esteem due to the courage of your excellency, the great generosity of the Spanish nation, and the horror that inspires the destruction of men, induce me to give your excellency this advice; and I expect that as your excellency is well acquainted with your perilous situation, without resource, you will let me know in the precise term of 15 minutes, if you are disposed to a desperate effort, and give your troops up to total destruction, or surrender to a generous enemy."
"May our Lord guard your excellency many years."
(Signed) "SANTIAGO LINIERS."
Army before Buenos Ayres, Aug. 10, 1806.
To the very excellent sir Wm. Carr Beresford.
This letter was answered with the following lines: "I have taken this town after two victories. Its fate arms must decide."
(Signed) "BERESFORD."
On the 11th August our troops attacked and entered by assault at the Retiro, where we took a guard of fifty men prisoners. We intrenched ourselves here, and placed a 24-pounder facing every street. All night several skirmishes between our patrols and the advanced guards of the enemy took place.
12th.—All this day and night several skirmishes between the Catalonians and the enemy; our artillery fired also on the British shipping and did damage. Our long-expected long boats, in which we place great hopes, are not arrived yet.
13th.—At 10 o'clock this morning our brave Catalonians, the Blandengues and dragoons on foot, attacked the enemy at all points. Our artillery was placed fronting the Retiro, and several 24-pounders at every street, taking the enemy between two fires. The attack continued very hot till evening, when the English flag was pulled down and the Spanish hoisted. The enemy surrendered themselves prisoners of war, but the officers are to have the honours. The British general and officers were quartered in several houses, and the troops locked up in the corporation houses. The enemy has had many killed and wounded, and we have also had great loss. On the 14th, Te Deum was sung with great rejoicings.
The English vessels at Barragau Bay have all escaped. Of four ships of the foe that presented themselves before the harbour, one was sunk by the forts, two were stranded, and the other escaped.
RALEIGH, January 5, 1807.
The federal court for this district, was opened in this city, on Monday last, by chief justice Marshall, and the district judge, Mr. Potter. The trials of the notorious Abraham Collins and Allen Twitty, were postponed for want of witnesses on their part. The former was admitted to be bailed in the sum of 10,000 dollars, provided he can procure security to that amount. His own recognizance is to be taken before the magistrates in Orange, and that of his securities before Messrs. Hoyle and M'Gee, justices of Lincoln county. This privilege was granted him because it was believed that he could not obtain security other than in Lincoln county, where he lives. Twitty was admitted to bail at the last term. The court adjourned on Friday.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Ship Thomas, Boush, 43 days from St. Ubes, Salt, George Murray & Co.—Left there Nov. 29, ship Diana, Budge, of Boston, to sail for Baltimore nextday. Spoke Dec. 1, lat. 36, long. 12, sch'r Lydia, Williams, from Boston bound to Leghorn—
20th, lat. 23, long. 64, brig Mary & Nancy, Joack, from Boston bound to Martinique, 19 days out.
Ship Eliza, Shirley, 35 days from Barbados, ballast, John Granbery and Harrison Allmand.
Brig Sukey, Rhodes, 9 days from Boston.
Schr. Good Intent, Baxter, 10 days from Boston.
The ship Sheffield, Davis, of and from this port bound to Liverpool, was spoken on Wednesday 30 leagues to the eastward of Cape Henry.
CUSTOM-HOUSE—ENTERED.
Brig Abeona, Hill, Providence. Sukey, Rhodes, Boston. Schr. Good Intent, Baxter, Boston.
CLEARED.
Ship Juno, Ritson, Jamaica. Brig Fame, Stone, St. Thomas. Schr. Norfolk, Deagle, Baltimore. Hannah, Brownlow, Jamaica. Sloop Nancy, Finch, Richmond.
GRAY's Packet will sail for Baltimore on Wednesday. January 12.
4 PRESSMAN.
who is attentive and sober, will meet with constant employment, and wages paid weekly, at the Office of the Publick Ledger. December 27.
Dismal Swamp Canal Company.
For publick sale, on Monday 2d March next, precisely at 12 o'clock, before the Eagle Tavern, in the Borough of Norfolk,
Eighteen SHARES,
belonging to delinquent Stockholders in said Company, or as many thereof as will satisfy the respective claims, on a credit of sixty days.
William Charles Lee, Clerk and Treasurer D. S. Canal Co. 124M.
For CHARLER, The Schooner UNION, S. Arey, master, burthen about 900 bbls. a good staunch vessel, and will be ready in a few days to receive a cargo. Apply to the master on board, or Christopher Fry. January 12. 3t
For LONDON, The fast sailing Ship Highland Mary, Capt. Fraser, will be ready in 10 or 12 days. For passage apply to the master, or to George Murray, & Co. January 12. 3t
For Freight or Charter, The very fast sailing Ship THOMAS, Capt. N. Booth. Apply to GEORGE MURRAY, & CO. St. Ubes SALT, on board the Ship Thomas, for Sale January 12. tf
For SALE, A few boxes of Oranges and Lemons, per the Thomas, from St. Ubes. Apply to N. Boush. January 12. tf
For SALE, A London made Gold WATCH, capped and jewelled; and a SEXTANT, Dolland, maker. Enquire at the Ledger Office. Jan. 12. tf
WILLIAM STEVENS,
Begs leave to acquaint the publick at large, (but more particularly his established customers) that he has commenced business on his own account, in the Store lately held by Mr. James ARLINGTON, and next door, westward, of his old stand, where he designs keeping constantly in store,
GROCERIES,
of superior quality, and well assorted.—He has just received a supply of Imperial TEA, which he can recommend as excellent. Jan. 12. 2m
For RENT,
The HOUSE between those occupied by Mr. Thomas Allan and the subscribers, an excellent stand for a Store. Noble & Arbuthnott, & Co. January 12. tf
MRS. JOHN REYNOLDS,
ACQUAINTS the Ladies of Portsmouth and Norfolk, the public in general, that she will educate young Ladies in all the useful branches of Literature, viz. Reading, Writing, English Grammar, Composition, and Geography; also, the following Works, Plain Sewing and Sampler Work; Working of Muslin in all its various branches; Tambour, Embroidery, and Point Work.
Strict regard will be had to the morals, manners, and acting of the Misses.—Terms of tuition will be made known to those wishing to place their children in the care of Mrs. John Reynolds.
Hannah Reynolds.
N B. The SCHOOL will commence on Monday, 18th instant, if a sufficient number of Scholars are engaged—Board for a few young Ladies can be furnished. Portsmouth, Jan. 9. tf
20,000 Pipe STAVES,
For Sale by L. Mansfield. Portsmouth, Jan. 7. 1m*
FOR RENT,
And immediate possession given, The HOUSE wherein Mrs. Shepherd lately resided in Church-Street.—For terms apply to Robert Brough. Who has to Hire for the present Year.
Several valuable NEGROES.
January 9. 3t
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY,
ON TOWN POINT, A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street.
The Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skilful workmen.
He has on hand a constant supply of Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, for cash only, viz.
  8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d Nails, at 7 1-2d per lb.   8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d Brads at 7 1-2d per lb.   6d, Nails at 9 1-2d per lb.   Sheathing, do. at 7 1-2d per lb.   6d, Brads at 4s 6d per M.   4d, do. at 2s 9d per M.   3d, do. at 2s 3d per M.   4d, Nails at 2s 9d per M.   3d & 2d do. at 2s 3d per M. 
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great, and so ought to be our efforts. Adverse fortune attends us, but it shall never dispirit us. We may for a while exhaust our wealth and strength; but until the all important object is procured we pledge ourselves to you, and let us all pledge ourselves to each other, that our perseverance and our firmness will be inexhaustible.
Test,
JOHN BRECKENRIDGE, Chairman. Thomas Todd, } Cks. Thomas Bodley, } December 13, 1793.
To the Democratic Society of Lexington.
CITIZENS,
Events unforeseen, the effects of causes which it is unnecessary here to develop, have stopped the march of 2000 brave Kentuckians, who strong in their courage, in the justice of their rights, their cause, the general assent of their fellow-citizens, and convinced of the brotherly dispositions of the Louisianians, waited only for their orders to go, by the strength of their arms, take from the Spaniards, despotic usurpers, the empire of the Mississippi; ensure to their country the navigation of it, break the chains of the Americans, and their brethren the French, hoist up the flag of liberty in the name of the French republic, and lay the foundation of the prosperity and happiness of the two nations situate so, and destined by nature to be but one, the most happy in the universe.
Citizens, the greater attempts you have made towards the success of that expedition, the more sensible you must be of the impediments which delay the execution of it, the more energetic should your efforts be towards new means of success. There is one from which I expect the greatest advantages, which you may render decisive by an address to the National Convention, or to the Executive Council of France. In the name of my countrymen of Louisiana, in the name of the interest of yours, I dare once more ask you this new proof of your patriotism.
Being deprived of my dearest hopes, of the pleasure, after fourteen years absence, and three years proscription, to return to the bosom of my family, my friends, and my countrymen, I have only one path to follow; that of going to France, and express to the representatives of the French people the cry, the general wish of the Louisianians to make part of the French republic, to inform them of the most ardent desire which the Kentuckians have had, and will continue to have, forever to take the most active part in any undertaking tending to open to them the free navigation of the Mississippi.
The French republic in their sublime constitutional act, have proffered their protection to all those nations who had the courage of shaking off the yoke of tyranny. The Louisianians have the most sacred right to it. They are French, but have been sacrificed to despotism by arbitrary power. The honor, the glory, the duty of the national convention is to grant them their powerful support.
Every petition or plan relative to that important object would be considered in the highest degree; the address of the democratic society of Lexington would give it a greater weight.
Accept, citizens, the farewell, not the last, of a brother who is determined to sacrifice every thing in his power for the liberty of his country, and the prosperity of the generous inhabitants of Kentucky.
Salut en la patrie,
AUGUSTE LACHAISE.
Endorsement on the back.
This letter was written previous to the 14th January 1794, the democratic society acted on it that day—an address was prepared and presented—and on the 19th day of May an answer returned.
TO THE PRESIDENT AND CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: The remonstrance of the subscribers, citizens of the commonwealth of Kentucky:
That your remonstrants have observed with concern and indignation, the injuries and insults offered to the United States by the king of Great Britain. He has violated in important parts, that treaty of peace, the observance of which, might have obliterated the remonstrance of former injuries. He has, by means of his agents, supplied arms, ammunition, clothing and provision to those merciless savages, who have so long ravaged the western frontier of these states. He has interposed, unso-licited, and negotiated truces for Portugal and Holland, with the piratical states? in order to turn the rapine of those African barbarians solely on the American commerce. His vessels of war, and the piratical vessels of his subjects, by his orders, in violation of the law of nations, have despoiled of commerce and insulted the neutral flag of America. He has made no compensation for the property of citizens of these states, carried away by his troops contrary to treaty. And, that we might escape no species of injury which could be heaped on the weakest and most despicable of nations, he holds within the territory of the United States, in defiance of treaty and right, posts fortified and garri-soned by his armies.
That these injuries and insults call loudly for re-dress, and that we will, to the utmost of our abilities and in any mode that can be devised, support the general government, in the firmest and most effectual measures to obtain full satisfaction for all our wrongs.
That your remonstrants, and the other inhabitants of the United States west of the Alleghany and Apalachian mountains, are entitled by nature and stipulation to the free and undisturbed navigation of the river Mississippi; and that from the year 1783 to this day, they have been uniformly prevented by the Spanish king, from exercising that right. Your remonstrants have observed, with concern, that the general government, whose duty it was to have preserved that right, have used no effectual measures for its attainment. That even the tardy and ineffectual negotiations have been veiled with the most mysterious secrecy. That, that secrecy is a violation of the political rights of the citizen, as it declares that the people are unfit to be entrusted with important facts relative to their rights, and that servants may retain from the knowledge of those facts. Eight years are surely sufficient for the dis-cussion of the most doubtful and disputable claim; the right to the navigation of the Mississippi admits neither of doubt nor dispute. Your remonstrants therefore, conceive, that the negotiations on that subject have been unnecessarily lengthy, and they expect, that it be demanded, categorically of the Spanish king, whether he will acknowledge the right of the citizens of the United States to the free and
uninterrupted navigation of the river Mississippi, and cause all obstructions, interruptions, or hin-drance to the exercise of that right in future to be withdrawn and avoided, that immediate answer thereto be required; and that such answer be the final period of all negotiations upon this subject.
Your remonstrants further represent, that the encroachment of the Spaniards upon the territory of the United States, is a striking and melancholy proof of the situation to which our country will be reduced, if a tame policy should still continue to direct our councils.
Your remonstrants join their voice to that of their fellow citizens in the Atlantic States, calling for satisfaction for the injuries and insults offered to America, and they expect that such satisfaction shall extend to every injury and insult done or offered to any part of America, by Great Britain and Spain; and as the detention of posts, and the inter-ruption to the navigation of the Mississippi, are in-juries and insults of the greatest atrocity and long-est duration, they require the most particular at-tention to those subjects.
Joseph Hamilton Daveiss deposed, that no infor-mation has been derived by this deponent from the papers of the late col. Nicholas, this deponent's tes-tator, relative to any connexion between any citizen and the Spanish government. This deponent does not believe he has seen any letter from judge Sebastian on the subject of the present enquiry, other than that in the possession of the committee.
J. H. DAVEISS.
John Brown, deposeth and saith that he has no personal knowledge of the business upon which it is said Mr. Sebastian went to New-Orleans in the years 1795—6, or relative to his having at any time received a pension from the government of Spain—that Mr. Sebastian never made to him any commu-nication whatever, on those subjects—nor did he ever receive any information respecting them from any quarter, until he read certain publications which appeared in the Western World since the 4th of July last. That in or about the month of August last, Mr. Innes did make a communication to this de-ponent relative to the business, on which he said Mr. Sebastian had gone to New-Orleans—and also stat-ed some information which he said had been given to him by Charles Wilkins relative to said pension; but as the communications then made to the de-ponent are as he believes substantially contained in the testimony delivered by Mr. Innes to this committee, he deems it unnecessary to state them—That he heard Mr. Sebastian had been in Philadelphia on his return from New-Orleans in 1796; but he did not call on this deponent then attending congress in that city, and he has been informed that he did not call on any of the then members of the Kentucky delega-tion at that place. That some time after Mr. Ge-net arrived at Philadelphia, and during the continu-ance of the war between France and Spain, he in-formed the deponent that he had it in contempla-tion to raise an army, to consist of recruits from Kentucky, Tennessee, the Creek and other Indian tribes for the conquest of Louisiana in behalf of France. Shortly after he understood from one of the heads of departments that he was apprised of the project of Genet. That he was absent from Kentucky from the autumn of 1792, till about Au-gust 1795, and therefore, has no personal know-ledge of the progress of any agent of Genet, in issu-ing commissions, or enlisting men; but during that time he received letters from Kentucky containing information on that subject, and without delay gave extracts from them to the then secretary of state, for the information of the president of the U-nited States.
J. BROWN.
December 1, 1806.
Thomas Todd being sworn, was interrogated by Mr. Grundy. Do you know any thing of any mo-ney being received by Mr. Sebastian, from or his having any negotiation with the Spanish govern-ment or any of its officers. If you do, at what time did you come to the knowledge of it?
The deponent says that in the month of August last, in a conversation with Mr. Innes as to the statements published in the Western World, he shewed to this deponent a copy of the concessions which some short time before as this deponent un-derstood, had been sent to Mr. Innes, by Mr. Se-bastian. Mr. Innes at the same time shewed this deponent the papers relative to the proposition made by Power and the answer. That in the course of the said month of August at Lexington, Mr. Innes mentioned to this deponent a conversation which he had with Mr. Charles Wilkins of that place, shewed this deponent the copy of a letter from Mr. Sebastian to Mr. John A. Seitz who had pre-viously died at New Orleans, and informed this de-ponent that the original letter was in the possession of Mr. Wilkins, and that Mr. Wilkins had seen among Mr. Seitz's papers a draught drawn by Mr. Sebastian on some officer of the Spanish government, in favour of Mr. Seitz for his (Mr. Sebastian's) pen-sion. That the papers above alluded to, and the information coming from Mr. Wilkins, was the first knowledge I had of the real cause of Mr. Se-bastian's having descended the Ohio, and Mississip-pi rivers. That at the commencement of the last October term of the court of Appeals this deponent mentioned to Mr. Sebastian the above circumstances, he then acknowledged that he had drawn such a draught in favour of Mr. Seitz, and stated that in consequence of a letter which he had received from the governor of New Orleans, he had in the fall or winter of 1795—6, descended the Ohio, and at, or near its mouth had met with Gayoso. That they entered on the business, and he received the con-cessions before alluded to—that a difference in op-inion took place between him and Gayoso as to the duty which should be paid by the people of the West-ern country, who might export produce down the Mississippi—Gayoso insisting that they should pay four per cent as an acknowledgment for the permis-sion given them—He, Mr. Sebastian insisting that as it was a conciliating measure on the part of the Spanish government, that no duty ought to be ex-acted—that it was at length agreed to descend the river, and submit the difference to the governor at New-Orleans. They did so, and in some short time after their arrival, he, (Mr. Sebastian) had an au-dience with the governor, who decided against Gay-oso. That the governor appointed a day when he should again attend, in order to complete the busi-ness; but previous to the day appointed, a cour-i-er arrived at New-Orleans with intelligence that the treaty of friendship, limits and navigation had been entered into between the governments of the Unit-ed States and Spain. That the governor sent for him, and informed him of that circumstance, and
observed that the business as to the concessions was at an end; but that he had it in charge from the king to inform whoever should come on that busi-ness, should be entitled to two thousand dollars a year. That upon this ground he had drawn in fa-vour of Mr. Seitz, the draft before alluded to.
Upon being further questioned—At what time was Mr. Sebastian appointed judge of the court of Ap-peals, at what times was he absent, and how long?
This deponent says that Mr. Sebastian was ap-pointed a judge of the court of appeals in the year 1792, shortly after the commencement of this go-vernment, that from the record book of the court of appeals it appears that he was qualified as judge on the 7th day of January, 1793. From the same record book it appears that he was absent at the May term of the court of appeals 1796—that this absence was, as this deponent was informed and be-lieves, in consequence of his having descended the Ohio and Mississippi rivers in the fall of the winter 1795—6. That it also appears from the said re-cord book he was also absent at the May and Octo-ber terms of the court of appeals in the year 1798—this deponent was informed and believes that this absence was from his having also descended the said rivers in that year.
Question. Was you not clerk of the Kentucky convention in the year 1788?—Answer, I was.
Question. Did not gen. Wilkinson produce a lengthy memorial and read the same in that conven-tion, and then state that he had before that time presented to the governor or intendant of New-Or-leans a copy thereof? Answer, he did.
Question.—Was that paper deposited and left with you as clerk as other papers produced in like man-ner generally are?—Answer, It was not.
Question.—At what time were you first informed that a negotiation of any kind (unauthorized by go-vernment) had been carried on or attempted between the officers or agents of the Spanish government, or any individuals or set of men in the western country?—Answer, Not until I saw the papers be-fore stated in the month of August last.
Question.—Did Mr. Sebastian at the time he ex-plained himself to you, as to the draft drawn in fa-vour of Mr. Seitz, speak of his having drawn drafts in favour of any other person?—Answer, He did not.
Question. Do you recollect the substance or ob-ject of the memorial read by gen. Wilkinson? An-swer, I do not—but upon reading the letters pub-lished in the news-papers, as having passed between col. Marshall and gen. Washington, it appears to me to be tolerably accurately stated in col. Mar-shall's letter.
THOMAS TODD.
Col. Joseph Crockett being duly sworn to give evidence before the special committee appointed by the house of representatives for the enquiry into the charge against judge Sebastian, deposeth and saith, that he was in the Kentucky convention, held at Danville, in the year 1798, when gen. Wilkinson produced a memorial, which he read to the said convention as handed to him, sheet by sheet, by judge Sebastian—and that the said memorial never was read or handed into the clerk's table of the said convention.
JOSEPH CROCKETT.
Dec. 1st, 1806.
State of Kentucky, Clerk's office of Appeals, set.
At the request of a special committee appointed to enquire into certain charges alleged against Mr. Benjamin Sebastian, late a judge of the court afore-said, I do hereby certify that from an examination of the order books of said court, I find that Mr. Sebastian qualified as a judge of said court on the 7th day of January 1792—and that he hath attend-ed the respective terms of said court ever since the May term in 1796, and the May & October terms in 1798 excepted.
Given under my hand as clerk to the court afore-said, this 1st day of December, 1806.
ACILLES SNEED.
Auditors office, November 29, 1806.
I do hereby certify that it appears from the books and records in my office, that the hon. Benjamin Sebastian has regularly drawn his salary, as one of the judges of the court of Appeals for the state of Kentucky, from the 18th day of July, 1792, to the 1st day of October in the present year.
Given under my hand as Auditor of Publick Ac-counts, for the state of Kentucky, of the above date.
GEORGE MADISON.
Whereupon your committee does not hesitate to declare as their opinion, that the information given to the house of representatives is substantially true, and correctly detailed—and that the said judge Se-bastian is guilty of having for several years receiv-ed from the Spanish government, a pension paid in cash annually, to the amount of two thousand dol-lars.
Your committee further report as their opinion, that whilst judge Sebastian was in the exercise of his office in this state, and drawing his annual salary therefrom he was employed in carrying on with the agents of the Spanish government, an illicit, unjustifiable, and highly criminal intercourse, sub-versive of every duty he owed to the constituted au-thorities of our country, and highly derogatory to the character of Kentucky.
And the same being read was unanimously a-greed to.
A valuable Tract of LAND for Sale.
The Subscriber will sell his Plantation cal-led Level-Green, adjoining the town of Kempsville, in the county of Princess Anne. There is on the farm a Dwelling-House and orchards; it contains about 500 acres, and the land is excellent; it's figure is a square, and it's local position handsome and eligible, lying on the Eastern-Branch of Eli-zabeth river, and also on the publick road leading to Norfolk. It is conveniently situated with respect to Norfolk market, being about 5 miles distant by water, and 9 by land. It is contiguous to Broad-Creek, which abounds in good oysters; it is well timbered, and has a good landing. 'Tis not ex-travagant to say, that from the timber alone, a net sum may be made nearly, if not entirely, equal to the purchase mo-ney. Any person who may wish to view the Land, will ap-ply to Mr. Wilson on the premises, to Mr. Charles Sayer, William Bishop, James Robinson, or William White, all of whom reside in the neighbourhood.—The purchaser will be accommodated in a long credit.
Tully Robinson.
Princess Anne, August 8.
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NOTICE.
THOSE who have claims against the estate of BENJAMIN WOLF, deceased, are requested to produce them, and those indebted to make immediate payment to Angus Martin, Adm'r.
January 7.
KIRK'S ACADEMY,
Will be opened on Monday, the 12th inst. for the Tuition of Youth of both Sexes.
MR. KIRK, is sincerely thankful for the distinguished preference, with which the Institution, under his di-rection has been honoured since he came to Norfolk; and hopes that the general progress of his Pupils, is a satisfactory proof of his capability and assiduity.
Though his health is, in a great measure restored to him, yet his constitution has received such a severe shock by his late illness, that he is afraid he will not be able for sometime yet to come, to undergo the weight of business, that he was formerly accustomed to do: however his pupils shall not suffer any loss by that unfortunate event; as he will, when it is necessary, procure any aid that may be wanted. An assistant, capable of teaching the Latin and Greek Lan-guages is now engaged, and will attend as soon as a sufficient number of pupils may require it; and the business will be conducted with renewed exertions, and on a more extensive scale than was hitherto att. mpted, by him in this place.
Extensive practice in teaching, in both male and female Academies, also in some respectable Colleges, afforded him numerous opportunities of seeing different modes of teachings, and enabled him to make accurate observations on the pow-ers, progress, and gradual openings of the youthful mind.
It is a subject of serious regret to many parents and guar-dians, that in some Seminaries of Learning, little attention is paid to the culture of the heart, though it is an object so in-finitely superior to all other attainments, that no advantages whatever, deserve a moment's regard without it.
But this defect will be obviated in some measure, by a plan of Education, which Mr. Kirk has lately formed. This plan is the result of long experience; it is well calculated for improving both the head and heart; affords efficacious means for stirring up the best energies of the mind to a laudable emulation; and may be suited to the natural genius, various capacities, peculiar tempers, and individual pursuits of the different sexes.
As he is no stranger here, he thinks it unnecessary to give a catalogue of the various branches that he teaches; but they are particularly enumerated in the plan above-mentioned.
In the Female Department.
The fundamental parts of Learning will be carefully incul-cated. Endeavours will be used to bend the ornamental with the useful branches of instruction; to divert the mind from vi-sionary pursuits to useful exercises; from fashionable absur-dities to rational amusements; and to unite the graces of re-fined manners with the dignity of virtue, and a well cultiva-ted understanding.
In the Male Department.
The young gentlemen will be conducted through that in-troductory course of Instruction, which is the most useful in laying a secure foundation for making a proficiency in those li-terary and scientific branches, which will qualify them to act with propriety in any situation. As their genius expands, they will be gradually advanced in that manner, which is the best suited to engage their attention in the pursuit of useful requirements; to improve their understandings; to ripen their judgments; to fix in their minds a habit of thinking, with steadiness and attention; to promote their address and penetration; to raise their ambition to excel in their respective stations;—and every opportunity will be embraced to im-plant in their minds genuine sentiments of patriotism, and a love of liberty; to inspire them with the principles of virtue, and to confirm them in religious and moral habits.
MR. CARLIER has assisted here upwards of two years, he still continues to give Lessons in the French Language. His mode of teaching is peculiarly successful; his attention to his classes is strictly regular, and their rapid progress is a convincing proof of his superior talents and abilities.
Mr. Bargues gives lessons on the violin. He has been en-gaged here upwards of twelve months, and the great profi-ciency of those who have been taught by him, on that diffi-cult instrument, evidently shows that he is worthy of en-couragement.
Drawing was always taught here, when sufficient encou-ragement was offered; and arrangements are now made, which will furnish those who wish for it, with an opportunity of learning the pleasing accomplishments of vocal and in-strumental music.
An elegant Piano-Forte, which is now in complete order, has lately been purchased for the use of the young ladies in this Academy; and persons properly qualified to teach Mu-sick and Drawing, will be engaged when required.
One class in each department, will begin to study Geogra-phy and the use of the Globes early in February next.
The order to be observed in the distribution of time for the employment of each day, will be so regulated, that the desire for improvement will be heightened by the variety of studies, and the succession of objects will serve as an agree-able recreation.
It is well known by experience, that unvaried application to one particular thing, is not only irksome, but frequently defeats the end it aims at. Those exercises which relax the mind without enervating it, and amuse without degrading it, should ever be highly esteemed, as they, by being judi-ciously intermingled with the higher and more important pursuits, afford a degree of cheerfulness, vigor and activity, which will ultimately insure success.
Young Gentlemen intended for the Navy, and Mariners in gene-ral, are particularly informed, that Mr. Kirk teaches Navi-gation, Double Altitudes, and Lunar Calculations, with all their latest improvements.
Youth intended for Commercial Employments, will be instruct-ed in Mercantile Arithmetic, with its application to the vari-ous computations in business; and Book-keeping, either by the Italian method of Double-Entry, or the modern English system, which is now adopted by the first commercial char-acters in Europe, and recommended for combining all the advantages of clearness, facility, conciseness, and accuracy—Also, the Guaging of casks, and Measuring packages for shipping. Gentlemen destined for a Military life, will be taught the theory of Fortification, the Doctrine of Projectiles, with its application to Gunnery, Hydraulics, &c.
Those who intend to reside in a country situation, may learn an accurate method of Surveying, and the art of con-structing various sorts of Dials, &c. which may be useful to them, and also serve as an agreeable amusement.
If this institution be attended with success, such philoso-phical and astronomical instruments will be procured, as may be necessary in making useful experiments in Mechanics, (particularly Pneumatics and Hydrostatics) also in Electricity, Optics, and Astronomy.
Boarders will be accommodated on reasonable terms. At-tention will be paid to their health, convenience, and com-fort, as well as to their improvement in learning, polite de-partment, and moral habits.
Terms for Boarders and Day-Scholars, with other particu-lars may be known, and the plan of Education will be seen by applying at No. 9 or 10, Fen-Church-Street.
January 9.
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750 bbls. Superfine FLOUR, a-float and in Store, for Sale by
Richard Bowden & Co.
Jan. 9.
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160,000 well burnt BRICKS, and 2,500 buthels Stone and Shell LIME—For Sale by Johnson Mallory.
January 9.
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For SALE, Ten likely NEGROES,
Viz. a Man, his Wife, and three Children; a Woman and two Children, and 2 likely Boys about 15 years of age.—They are on board the schooner William & Mary, at Camp-bell's wharf. Jan. 9.
INDIAN CORN.
10,000 bushels, stored at a very convenient wharf, will be sold on moderate terms, if immediate application is made to
Wm. Pennock.
January 7.
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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.

FREIGHT WANTED, For the Schooner INDIANA, Charles Briggs, master; a staunch well found vessel, burthen 71 tons, will take freight for Charleston or the West-Indies. Apply to the master on board, or Christopher Fry. January 9.
FOR SALE, The strong built and well found sloop SIN-CERITY, burthen about 600 barrels, can be sold at private sale before Wednesday next, the 14th instant, she will on that day be offered at public sale, on Frost's wharf, for approved indorsed notes at 60 and 90 days, by Christopher Fry. Inventory to be seen at my office. January 9.
For Sale or Charter, The Schooner DIANA TALBOT, burthen 110 tons, or 750 barrels, can be ready to receive a cargo immediately. Apply to Francis Smith. Who is now landing on Maxwell's wharf from said Schooner, 10 pun. fine flavored old Tobago RUM, for Sale. Apply as above. Jan. 7.
For LIVERPOOL, The Ship FRANCIS, John Curtis, master, will sail in about 15 days, the greater part of her cargo being engaged. For freight of the remainder or passage, apply to the master on board, or William Pennock. January 7.
For CHARTER, The Schooner INDEPENDENCE, Joseph Stover, master, about 700 to 1000 barrels; she is well calculated for carrying lumber, and can be ready for the reception of a cargo in two days. For terms apply to the master on board, or Richard Bowden, & co. December 24.
Wanted to CHARTER, A good VESSEL, of from 1500 to 2000 barrels burthen. Who wishes to Purchase, A few thousand bushels good WHEAT. December 22.
For Freight, The new and fast sailing Schooner RISING SUN, 86 tons or 700 barrels, Burgess, master, will take a freight either to the West-Indies or any port in the United States on moderate terms—For which apply to the master on board, or Fisk & Catlett. Who has for Sale, A few bhd. N. E. Rum; and 4 pipes country Gin. December 19.
Ground Allum SALT. TWO thousand bushels Ground Allum Salt, for Sale on board the Schooner Lydia, capt. Livingston, at my wharf. Who offers The said Schooner for Charter, burthen 1100 barrels Flour. Dec. 19.
For CHARTER, The brig Fair Manhattan, Wm. Woffendale, master, burthen 1000 barrels Flour, now ready to receive a cargo—Apply to WM. PENNOCK. Who is receiving from different vessels, 50 hhd. St. Croix Sugars, 1st quality; 150 pieces Russia, 80 do. Ravens Duck; 200 bbls. prime Pork, New-York inspection. Dec. 19.
For Freight or Charter, The fine Ship India Packet, William Rindge, master, burthen 400 bhd. tobacco, can be ready to receive a cargo in two days.—Apply on board, or to PHINEHAS DANA. December 19.
Antigua Rum and Prime Sugars. THIS Day landing on our wharf from on board the Schooner Henry Morris, her CARGO, which will be disposed of on liberal terms, by C. & F. Whittle.
IN STORE, Jamaica Sugars in hhd. and bbls; Martinique do. in hhd. and tierces; Jamaica Coffee in hhd. bbls. and bags; do. Rum; Antigua do.; do. Molasses; do. Shrub; Baltimore Navy and Pilot Bread; Isle of May Salt. WANTED, A good staunch VESSEL, burthen 100 to 180 hogsheads tobacco, to load for Europe. Dec. 17.
THE American Ship AMELIE ANTONIETTE, Captain Williams, burthen 450 hogsheads tobacco, is offered for Charter by C. & F. Whittle. December 17.
For FREIGHT or CHARTER, The Phil'a built Ship William Penn, coppered, burthen 360 tons, now ready to receive a cargo. Apply to Edward Watson. Who has for Sale, 3 Trunks excellent Linen; 7 doz. Chairs; 1 case Umbrellas, well assorted; 12 casks white Wine Vinegar. November 14.
For SALE, The Schooner MARY, burthen 100 hogsheads Tobacco, draws an easy draft of water, and is well calculated for a craft, for which purpose she was built—she will be sold low and on long credit. Warren Ashley. Sept. 24.
For CHARTER, The good Ship LIVE OAK, Gerrard Yarrall master, burthen 279 Tons or 400 bhd. Tobacco, now in complete order to receive a cargo. For terms apply to the master on board, or William Pennock. Dec. 29.
For SALE—A-boat, 359 barrels superfine FLOUR, 91 do. fine do. James Herron. January 7.
A WAGGON FOR SALE, entirely new, made in Baltimore of the best materials, and fit for the transportation of Staves and Wood—Also, a LIGHTER, 40 feet long, 11 feet wide, about 16 months old. Apply to Price & Waddel, or David Milhado. January 7.
For Sale or Rent, A small neat DWELLING-HOUSE, situated on Union-street, near Mr. D. Pierce's. This property is fee simple, and would be sold low for Cash, if applied for immediately—Possession can be given immediately. Robert Gibson. December 27.
VIRGINIA, to wit: At a Chancery District Court, held at the former Capitol in the City of Williamsburg, the 19th day of July, 1806. Josiah Riddick, against Michael and John Wallace, and Barnet Pulliam, Dfs. The defendants Michael and John Wallace, not having entered their 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 they are not inhabitants of this country: on the motion of the Plaintiff by his Counsel, it is ordered that the said Defendants do appear here on the first day of April term next, and answer the bill of the Plaintiff; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the News-papers 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.
Isle of Wight County, to wit, November Court 1806. Henry Fanning, complainant, against Oliver Cocks and Thomas Fanning, defts. The Defendant Oliver Cocks not having entered his appearance and given security according to the Act of the General Assembly and the rules of this Court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that he is not an inhabitant of this state; on the motion of the complainant by his Attorney, it is ordered, that the said defendant Cocks appear here at February Court next, and answer the complainant's bill; and a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in the Publick Ledger, in the Borough of Norfolk, for two months successively, and also posted at the front-door of the Court-House of this County—And be it further ordered, that the defendant Thomas Fanning, retain the amount acknowledged by him in his answer to be in his hands, until the further order of this Court. A Copy, Nath'l Young, C. C.
RICHARD JEFFERY, & Co. Have just received from London by the last arrival a very full assortment of DRUGS & MEDICINES,
Of the best quality, which are offered for Sale on moderate terms at No. 66, Main-Street.—Attention has been paid to procure every article of the most genuine kind; and it is intended to have the assortment regularly furnished from the best markets; among a great variety are now offered the following: Aloe, Allum, Ether & Vitriol, Antimony, Aqua Fortis, Balsams, Camphor, Cantharides, Cochineal, Cream of Tartar, Camomile Flowers, Cinnamon, Colocynth, Calomel, Flowers of Benzoin, Ginger, Glauber Salts, Epsom do. Rochelle do. Gums Ammoniac, Assafoetida, Benzoin, Guaiacum, Gamboge, Myrrh, Kino, Scammony, and Arabic, Lint, Liquorice refined, Manna Flake, in sorts, Magnesia in small and large squares, Musk, Nutmegs, Opium, Jalap, Rhubarb, Ipecacuanha, Tartar Emetic, Balsams Capivi, Tolu, Peru, Spirit of Lavender, Spermaceti, Sugar of Lead, Letharge of Gold, Salpetre refined, White Wax, Verdigris, Essence of Bergamot, Lemons, and Lavender, Quicksilver, Lunar Caustick, Sal Ammoniac. Hartsbane Shavings, Glycer Ripes, Pewter and Ivory Syringes, Oils of Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Mint, Peppermint, Amber, add Anniseed, Arrow Root, Tapioca, Sagos in grain, Hardham's Stuffs, No. 9, Rocket Instruments, Best crown Lancets, Common do. Steel elastic Trusses, of superior quality, Shop Twine, Elegant Smelling-Bottles, Castile Soap, Windsor do. Wash Balls; Milk of Roses, Gowland's Lotion, Double distilled Lavender Water, in pints and half pints, of best kind, Wedgewood's Mortars and Pestles of different sizes, Apothecary's Scales and Weights, Patent Medicines, Essence of Peppermint, Janus Powder, British Oil, Patent Sago, Norris's Drops, Godfrey's Cordial, Anderson's Pills, Steer's Opodeldoc, Turlington's Balsam, Essence of Mustard. In addition to the above importation from London, they have from Liverpool a variety of GLASS WARE, suitable to Apothecaries—PHIALS and GALLIPOTS by the crate or in smaller quantities—Nooth's MACHINES, URINALS, BREAST PIPES, SHELLS, &c. MEDICINE CHESTS for ships and family use, and orders from the country executed with care and dispatch. October 1. 216
NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to the Estate of JAMES DICKINSON, deceased, are desired to come forward; and those who have any claims against said Estate, to bring them forward, in order that they may be settled by Mary Dickinson, Exec'rx. Norfolk, Nov. 5.
WHO HAS FOR SALE, That pleasant place BELL VIEW. It contains TWO HUNDRED Acres, lying on the lower end of Barrett's Neck, Nansemond county, between Nansemond River and Chuckatuck Creek, fronting Newport-News, Hampton Roads, and is about 14 miles from Norfolk by water. There is on the land two good Dwelling Houses, one of them a two story frame-house, 50 feet square, with a Kitchen, Wash House, Smoke House and Dairy, a large new Barn and Stable, and a Carriage House, a Spring House, and a never failing Spring. The other a new Dwelling House, a Kitchen, Quarter, &c. with a large Garden newly built of the best materials, and a good Stable. The land lies high and level, and is mostly covered with shells: it has a ditch and a fence from Nansemond to Chuckatuck, which prevents stock from going off or coming on the land; and is one of the best places for stock or equal to any in the country. The price will hardly exceed the worth of the buildings on the place if applied for soon. The payment will be expected in cash, as the terms will be remarkably low. tf
Cogniac Brandy and Pepper. TWENTY pipes Cogniac Brandy; 20 bags black Pepper, this day landing from Schooner Weymouth—For Sale by FISK & CATLETT. December 15.
NOTICE. All persons having claims against the Estate of DANIEL McPHERSON, deceased, are requested to exhibit them immediately to the Subscriber duly attested those indebted to said Estate, are informed that an immediate payment is indispensable. John Mc'Phail, Ex'r. August 1. 38
For Rent, The Store, Compting Room & Cellar, No. 41, Main-Street, lately occupied by Mr. Wm. Mc'Cutchen. Apply to Thomas Willock. March 17. 584
LOTS for Sale, Lease, &c. THE Subscriber purposes to lay out and dispose of for Building Lots, either in fee simple or upon ground rent, the whole of that square of GROUND in the Borough of Norfolk, so admirably situated in the centre of the town, and immediately between the two Banks. It extends upon Granby-street about 600 feet, and upwards of 400 on Wolf-street, which leads from the United States Bank into Catharine-street.—A survey and plot of the same is preparing, and will be ready for the inspection of purchasers in a few days. In the mean time the proprietor will be glad to hold conferences with those who may incline to purchase, in order that the grounds may be so laid out as best to correspond with their wishes. Luke Wheeler. December 12.
NOTES & CHECKS for the United States and Virginia Banks, for sale at this Office. December 31.
FALL AND WINTER GOODS. GILLIAT & MACKINDER, Have received their full supply from London and Liverpool, which they offer for Sale on moderate terms for cash or approved notes, West-India or country produce, 30 Bales Napt Kendall COTTONS, 15 do. White Plains; 10 do. Rose Blankets, 4 do. Stripe, do.; Duffie do. 6 do. White and coloured Flannels, 3 do. Mixed Fearnoughts, 3 do. Blue Drabbed mixed Plains, 2 do. Blue, Green, and Brown Halfhicks, 4 do. Blue, light mixed and stripe Coatings, 2 do. 6-4 Blue Cloth, and mill'd Drabs, 4 Trunks worsted Hose; 3 do. Manchester Fancy Cords, 4 Boxes Custered; Powder and Shot, Gentlemen's fine beaver and silk Hats, Superfine Cloths and Cassimeres, Bennett's patent Cord and Swansdown, Cambic Muslins and Dimities, Elegant Tamboured Fancy Patterns for Ladies Dresses, Chambray Muslins; 7-8 4-4 3-4 6-4 Linens, Ladies plain and fancy Kid Shoes, Furniture, Dimities, and Callioes—one box of Cabinet Maker's Tools complete, with Sheraton's Drawing-Book, containing the latest fashions in all kinds of Furniture. October 3. 226
COCKE & SANFORD, Have received from the Father and Sons from London, and Laura, from Liverpool, an extensive assortment of Fall and Winter Goods, viz. Blue, Black, Bottle, Drab, Mill'd Drab, Liver, and Claret, Superfine CLOTHS, Fashionable Cassimeres; Union Cloth; Swansdown and Silk Waistcoating; coarse Woollens by the piece or bale; Blankets and Flannels do. do.; Irish Linens and Osnaburghs; best Seine Twine; Twill'd Sacking; Coarse and Fine Hats in cases; Velvets, Cords, and Corduroys; Calicoes, Cambrics, Ginghams; Silk, Silk and Cotton Chambrays; White, Blue, Black, and Italian Crapes; Bombazens, Bombazets, and Wildbores; Carpets and Carpeting; 100 kegs Gun Powder; 4 Ton Shot; Fowling Pieces; Cutlery assorted in Boxes. Sept. 19. 193
REMOVAL. THE subscriber has removed to the fire-proof Ware-House at the head of Campbell's wharf, Wide Water-street. Robert C. Jennings. He has taken into Partnership Mr. James RODDEY. The business will be carried on under the firm of JENNINGS & RODDEY, Who offer for Sale—50 hhd. Muscovado Sugar; 10 puncheons Antigua Rum; 20 quarter casks Sherry Wine; 3 pipes Old Port do.; 2 do. particular Tenerife do.; 6 casks Constantia do.; 20 boxes Chocolate; 300 barrels superfine Flour; a few bags best Green Coffee; Imperial, Hyson, and Young Teas; Cogniac Brandy; Holland Gin; N. E. Rum; Whiskey; 600 straws of Tumblers; 40 crates well assorted Queen's Ware; Soap; Candles, &c. &c. Dec. 22. tf
BILLS For Sale, Bills of Exchange, drawn by Edward Stopford, Esq. commander of his Majesty's ship Chichester, at 30 days sight on the commissioners of the navy, for repairs to said ship—Apply to WM. GRAY. December 19. tf
NOTICE. THE terms of copartnership of GILLIAT and MACKINDER, will terminate on the first day of March next. They offer for Sale their present Stock on hand, consisting of about Ten Thousand Pounds Sterling of well assorted DRY GOODS, at a very low advance, and on very liberal credit, on approved security.—It is requested that all claims against the said firm be presented for immediate settlement; and those that are indebted to it is expected will on, or before the first of March next, have their respective accounts settled by payments or bonds. Dec. 22. 115M
Sugar and Raisins. LANDING this day on our wharf from on board the Schooner Carlton—132 hhd. 5 tierces, 3 barrels prime SUGARS.—And from on board sloop Katy Maria, 100 kegs Malaga RAISINS, all of which we will dispose of on liberal terms and long credit. C. F. Whittle. December 3. tf
NOTICE. WHEREAS in consequence of the death of ROBERT BURTON, the partnership of NOBLE, ARBUTHNOTT, & Co. terminated the 19th ult. agreeable to the articles of copartnership. Surviving Partners of Noble, Arbuthnott, & Co. Robert Rives, James Brown, James Noble, James Arbuthnott.
The business carried on by NOBLE, ARBUTHNOTT, & Co. will be continued by the Subscribers, under the firm of NOBLE & ARBUTHNOTT, & Co. who will settle and adjust all dependencies of the old concern. Robert Rives, James Brown, James Noble, James Arbuthnott. October 15. 261
CASH Will be given for Thirty or Forty SHARES of Virginia Bank Stock. Apply to the Editor of this Paper. Nov. 5. tf
German Oznaburgs. JUST received a few bales of German OZNABURGS, which will be sold on a liberal credit by Noble & Arbuthnott, & Co. December 24. tf
Mountain BUTTER, Of a superior quality just received, and for sale on low terms if applied for immediately. J. & W. Southgate. December 15. 1m
The friends of Thomas Norman, John Marshall, William Norris, Elijah Russel, and John Hubbard, (who represent themselves to be citizens of Virginia,) have been impressed into the British service, for want of documents to prove their citizenship, will apply at this Office, and give a description of their persons, measures will then be taken to obtain their discharge. Thomas Newton, Collector. Collector's Office, Norfolk, August 18, 1806. 36
For Rent or Lease, The WHARF in Gosport, late the property of Bartholomew Clinch, deceased, in complete order, finished in the best manner, and with an extensive yard, the water sufficiently deep for the largest vessels.—This property is well worthy of the attention of mercantile men. For terms apply to William Wilkinson. Gosport, Oct. 3. 224
11 Puncheons old Antigua RUM, 30 quarter casks Malaga Wine; 250 kegs Raisins, 50 boxes Bloom and Muscatel Raisins; 20 boxes Lemons, 3 chests Hyson Skin Tea; 100 kegs Butter. For Sale by Rowland & Triplett. December 31.
Dissolution of Partnership. THE copartnership of WILLIAM STEVENS, & Co. is this day dissolved by mutual consent—all those indebted to said concern are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims are desired to furnish their accounts for settlement to JAMES ARLINGTON, who will in future conduct the business on his own account. William Stevens, James Arlington. January 7.
FOR SALE, By WILLIAM B. LAMB, 10 pipes old L. P. Madeira WINE, 20,000 lb. Green Coffee; 5 pipes Holland Gin, 20 chests Young Hyson Tea; 10 do. Imperial do. 50 boxes Bloom and Muscatel Raisins, 10 hhd. & 30 bbls Sugar; 14 qr. casks Tenerife Wine, 5 puncheons W. I. Rum; 16 boxes German Linen, 4 bales striped Blankets; 2 do. blue Cloths, 1 bale Flannels; 3 boxes Irish Linen. January 7. 6t
FOR SALE, A PLANTATION, near Hampton, formerly called the Glebe, containing by old survey 204 acres, but supposed to amount to 300. There is a good brick Dwelling-House, and excellent water on this land—The quality of the land, its proximity to a great and flourishing market, the extraordinary salubrity of the place, the abundance and facility of obtaining Fish and Oysters of superior quality, render it an object worthy of attention. Application to be made to the Rev. HENRY HEFFERNAN, Urbanna, Middlesex. Jan. 7. tf
NOTICE. THIS DAY by mutual consent, the copartnership of REDMON and FRITH is dissolved—All those indebted to said concern are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims are desired to furnish their accounts or adjustment to H. REDMON, who will in future conduct the business on his own account. Bartholomew Redmon, Edward Frith. December 26.
B. REDMON, Has for Sale at his Store in Church-street, Jamaica Rum, Molasses, Sugar, and Coffee.
The Subscribers in addition to their general assortment of SHIP CHANDLERY and GROCERIES, have received by the John and Alice, from London, 100 casks Kemp and Hoyt's Brown STOUT, 100 pieces English Canvas, assorted; 2 cases of Buntins, 50 casks of Gunpowder; half ton of Salt Petre—which they will sell low, and on a liberal credit. Noble, Arbuthnott, & Co. October 10. 244
100,000 lbs. prime Green COFFEE, Entitled to debenture, for sale—Apply to Fisk & Catlett, or S. Marks, jun. January 2. tf
PORT WINE. Just received and for Sale by the Subscriber, 10 pipes, 10 hogsheads, and 20 quarter casks Of choice PORT WINE, entitled to drawback, which will be sold low. William Dickson. January 2. 1m
Cargo of SALT, Loose and in sacks, received by the brig Nancy, capt. Murray, from Liverpool, will be sold low if taken from along side of said vessel. James Young. January 2. tf
Office of Discount and Deposit, U. S. Bank, Norfolk, Dec. 29, 1806. WANTED TO PURCHASE, A few Thousand Pounds sterling in approved endorsed Bills on, or payable in London at sixty days sight. Robert Oliphant, Cashier.
FOR SALE, 850 Barrels whole HERRINGS, in excellent order for Shipping, 80 do cut do. 130 do. SHAD; 750 bbls. TAR, 450 do. TURPENTINE. Richard Blow. July 14. 907
NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to us by (Notes due) or open Accounts, are requested to come forward immediately and make arrangements for the settlement thereof, as no further indulgence will be given after the 1st day of January next. Richard Bowden & Co. Dec 24. tf
600 Sacks Fine Liverpool SALT, For SALE by William Dickson. Sept. 150
Salt, Sugar, Fustic, &c. FOR Sale the Cargo of the Schooner Nancy, from Barracon and Exuma, 1000 bushels Exuma Salt, 400 lbs. Tortoise Shell, 8 tons Fustic, 23 barrels Sugar, 20 barrels Limes, 25 do. Oranges, 15 boxes Segars, 2 cases do. 13 sacks Spanish Tobacco, 100 Hides, 2 pieces Mahogany, 16 logs White Wood, 1500 Cocoa Nuts. GEORGE WILSON. Nov. 24. tf
Richmond superfine FLOUR, chiefly from the Mayo Mill—2000 barrels for sale by Moses Myers. January 5. tf
FOR SALE, A Valuable PLANTATION, Lyng on Crooked River, Camden county, in the State of Georgia, twenty-two miles from the town of St. Mary's, and about the same distance from the bar; containing 1770 acres 230 of which are the very best sea-island cotton land, are well cleared, and have only been planted three seasons; there are above 200 acres more of the same quality, with a considerable quantity of large live oak timber on it, and also some excellent Rice Swamp Land. The Buildings consist of one handsome two-story Dwelling House, a Kitchen, Ginning-House, three Cotton Houses, a Barn and Store-House, and a number of framed Negro Houses, all of which are new, and built of the best materials. This Plantation is situated high, possesses very good water, and is remarkably healthy; there is every convenience for ship-building, the river being navigable for a vessel drawing 18 feet water, and in no river is there to be had a more abundant supply of oysters, with a great variety of other fish. There will also be sold with the Land, One Hundred and twenty NEGROES, who are now upon it, ninety of whom are taskable, and among them several good tradesmen, the remaining thirty are likely young Slaves. For terms of Sale apply to Captain George Ker, St. Mary's; to the Honourable Judge Stephens, Savannah; Adam Fanno, Esq. Charleston, or to Thomas Hamilton, 812 Norfolk.
Nov-Scotia POTATOES, MAY be had by applying at the Store of J. & W. Southgate, or to Mr. Peter Bacon, on Southgate's wharf. Dec. 6. 1m