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

THIS PAPER IS PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A WEEK; PRICE TO SUBSCRIBERS FIVE DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS PER ANNUM, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE—SINGLE PAPER TWELVE AND ONE HALF CENTS—ADVERTISEMENTS ARE INSERTED AT THE RATE OF FIFTY CENTS FOR THE FIRST, AND TWENTY FIVE CENTS PER SQUARE FOR EACH SUCCEEDING INSERTION
The fine new fast sailing Schooner FAME , Wm. Warnom, master; Burthen about 700 barrels, now in complete order for the reception of a cargo—will take a freight to the West-Indies if applied for in a few days. Apply to the master on board, or to D. R. Waddey, & Co. Dec. 30. tf 387
THE SLOOP GEORGE , Russell Towler, Master, Burthen about 400 barrels, wants a freight to Charleston, S. C. or Savannah. Apply to the master, or D. R. Waddey, & Co. Dec. 30. tf 388
For Sale, Freight, or Charter, The American BRIG THOMAS , A. HANNAH, Master, burthen about 1500 barrels Flour. For terms apply to Robert Gibson. Dec. 30. tf 390
For Freight or Charter, The good Ship Amiable Antoniette , John Williams master, now in complete order to receive a cargo—A port in France will be preferred. Apply to the master on board, or to William Hartshorne, Jun. Dec. 30. tf 391
For Freight or Charter, The Brig ELIZABETH , Robert Barclay, Master, Burthen 1500 barrels. Apply to John Davis. Portsmouth, Dec. 27. tf 382
For Sale, Freight, or Charter, The fast sailing Ship NANKING , Burthen 290 tons, only two years old, can be put to sea at a small expence. For terms apply to Phinehas Dana, & Co. Who have received per said Ship from Lisbon, and offer for Sale, 6000 Bushels SALT, 125 Boxes LEMONS. December 18. tf 360
FOR A PORT IN FRANCE, The American Brig VIRGINIA , Captain S. Hill, Burthen about 200 hogsheads—having a part of her cargo engaged, the balance will be taken upon a moderate freight, if immediate application is made to John Newell, jun. WHO HAS FOR SALE, BURR STONES AND PLASTER PARIS, received per said Brig from Cherbourg. October 28. tf 233
WANTED, A tight, stanch VESSEL, Of about one thousand barrels, to load with Flour and Bread for Bermuda. William Gray. December 13. tf 330
FOR ANTWERP, The American Brig FRANKLIN , Capt. SMITH, Burthen 250 bds. will be ready to receive a cargo in 10 days, half of which being engaged, the balance will be received on moderate freight, if immediate application is made to John Newell, jun. December 6. tf 327
FOR SALE, On board the Ship Julia, Capt. Vickery, from Liverpool, 10,000 Bushels SALT. For Charter, to a Port in France, The Ship JULIA , Capt. Vickery—burthen 304 hogsheads, in complete order, and will be ready to receive a cargo in twenty days. The Ship PORTLAND , Capt. CALENDER, is also offered for Charter to a Port in France; she will carry 315 hogsheads, and is now ready to receive a cargo. Apply to C. & F. Whittle. Who have for Sale, 100 Bales Upland COTTON, of a good quality. December 2. tf 314
WANTED, A VESSEL, burthen 200 tons, for the West-Indies. Richard Boyce. November 22. tf 300
For Liverpool, THE AMERICAN SHIP ELIZA , Burthen 420 hogsheads, now in complete order to receive a cargo, a part of which is already engaged, for the balance apply to the owners. C. & F. WHITTLE. A parcel of Prime PORK for Sale, November 1. tf 248
JOSEPH MANZORATI, & Co. Just arrived from Baltimore with a large assortment of Looking Glasses, Pictures, Prints, Spy Glasses, Spectacles, Reading Glasses, Mathematical Instruments, &c. all of which will be sold for cash. Carving, Gilding, and Re-Gilding done. Fancy Cornices, and all kinds of Frames made. Apply at No. 117, Church-Street. Dec. 27. tf 379
FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 90 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4tf 374
Green Coffee and Sugar. New Landing from on board the Schooner Lydia, captain Livingston, from Guadalupe. 41 Hogsheads SUGAR, 8 Hds. 14 Tierces } BEST GREEN COFFEE. 12 Bags For Sale by William Pennock. December 16. tf 334
B. REYNOLDS, Has just received per the Schooner Regulator, from Boston, and now landing on Campbell's wharf, 1000 bushels coarse LIVERPOOL SALT, 13 Hds and 100 bds N.E. RUM, 18 Boxes Mould CANDLES, assorted, 30 Chests fresh HYSON TEA, 20 Barrels Spermaceti and LIVER OIL, 60 Boxes WINDOW GLASS, A few barrels of BEEF, and a quantity of Half Bushel MEASURES, BOXES, PAILS, &c. &c. Also in Store, 20 Boxes Cotton and Wool Cards, 60 do. Fresh RAISINS, 50 Barrels NEW FLOUR, 10 Kegs excellent BUTTER, A few barrels first quality SUGAR; Copperas, Allum, and Roll Brimstone in kegs; Snuff in kegs of 3 dozen; Bar Iron and Castings of all sizes; Stone and Crockery Ware of every sort; and a general assortment of GROCERIES. TO LET, A convenient HOUSE, pleasantly situated in the fields. Wanted to hire for the ensuing year, a BOY and GIRL, from 12 to 14 years of age. Apply as above. Dec. 27. tf 383
JOHN CONACHY, Begs leave to inform the Publick, that he takes PROFILES from Mr. Hawkins's patent machine, superior to any heretofore taken—Two for 25 Cents. Apply at No. 117, Church-Street. Dec. 27. 6* 378
FOR SALE, On board the Schooner Rising States, lying at Newton's wh'f PRIME PORK, MESS BEEF in half barrels, PRIME do. in do. New-York BUTTER, SALMON in kits, Boxes HERRINGS, Kegs NETS TONGUES, MOULD CANDLES Jesse Newcomb. Dec. 20. tf 365
FOR RENT, (Possession whereof will be given the 1st of December,) The Three Story Fire-Proof WAREHOUSE on Maxwell's wharf, at present occupied by Mr. Allmand—A Tenement on Town-Point, conveniently accommodated for the residence of a small family, possession may be had immediately—and the Dwelling-House, Wharf, Warehouse, and Lumber Yard in the town of Portsmouth, in the occupancy of Mr. Jordan Marchant.—The last mentioned property will be disposed of separately or together, and possession delivered on the 1st day of January next. John Nielson. November 11. 3w 265
Soap and Candle Manufactory. THE Subscriber informs the Publick, that his Manufactory in Bank-Street, is now in complete operation, and having employed as skillful workmen as any in the United States, he expects a part of the publick patronage. Henry M'Dowell. N. B. FLATTS for Shoe-Makers, Tailors, &c.—CASH given for Tallow and Grease. December 20. tf 370
Rough Hogshead and Barrel STAVES Wanted—Apply to C. & F. Whittle. December 18. 4tf 336
FOR SALE The Cargo of the Brig Paragon, Captain Ambley—Consisting of 157 Puncheons high proof JAMAICA RUM. 7 Hogsheads MOLASSES. Redmon & Frith. Who have removed to the second Fire-Proof Store, on Gibson's Wharf. November 13. tf 271
THE SUBSCRIBER, Has removed to the third fire proof Warehouse on Gibson's wharf, where he has for Sale, Antigua and Jam. Rum by the hhd. Loaf and Brown SUGAR—A few bags COFFEE, A few pipes & bds. London particular & Tenerife WINES, 120 cases very excellent 7 years old CLARET. Had in now Landing from on board the ship Catherine Shepherd, Capt. Webb, from Antigua and Nevis, Antigua and Nevis Rum and Molasses. HARRISON ALLMAND. December 27. tf 384
FOR SALE, A HOUSE and LOT on Commerce-Street, on a lease for 99 years, renewable for ever, with a ground rent of one dollar per annum—Unless sold at private sale by the 1st of February next, it will be offered at Auction on that day on the premises, at 12 o'clock. Robert Brough. Who has for Hire, for the ensuing Year, Several Negroes. December 27. 3t 376
Warranted Eight-Day CLOCKS. THE Subscriber begs leave to inform the Inhabitants of this Borough and its vicinity, that he has taken part of that Shop now occupied by Mr. Chapman, at the head of Bank-Street, where he offers for Sale a number of warranted Eight-Day Clocks, direct from his Manufactory—and a good assortment of imported Watches, Watch Materials, and Jewellery, viz. Breast Pins, Ear Nobs, Hoops, Rings, Pencil Cases, Fancy Hair Combs, do. Sliders, do. Paste Flowers, Watch Cases, Keys, Chains, and Watch Glasses. CLOCKS, Time Pieces, and Watches, carefully cleaned and repaired, and all favours gratefully acknowledged. Nathaniel Munroe. ALSO FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 90 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4tf 374
FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 90 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4tf 374
Green Coffee and Sugar. New Landing from on board the Schooner Lydia, captain Livingston, from Guadalupe. 41 Hogsheads SUGAR, 8 Hds. 14 Tierces } BEST GREEN COFFEE. 12 Bags For Sale by William Pennock. December 16. tf 334
FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 90 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4tf 374
FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 90 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4tf 374
FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 90 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4tf 374
FOR SALE, 800 Sets assorted KNIVES & FORKS, 90 Doz. Double Spring BRACES, 25 Pair Plated CANDLESTICKS, RAZORS and PENKNIVES, 4 Barrels CRANBERRIES, 6 Kegs Pickled CUCUMBERS, 2 Barrels WALNUTS, 6 Dozen Mens' Fine HATS. December 23. 4tf 374
FROM A LONDON PAPER. CONTAGIOUS FEVER.
From the report of the Manchester Board of Health, in which we meet with the sentiments of Dr. Percival, Dr. Currie of Liverpool, Dr. Haygarth, Dr. Ferriar, Dr. Bardsley, Dr. Campbell, &c. on the important subject of contagion, the following points seem to be determined:—1. That the sphere of contagion of typhus fever, and even of the plague itself, is extremely limited, extending but a very short distance from the body of the sick person.—2. That it is not conveyed to any distance thro' the air, as nurses have lived for many months in the centre of wards filled with patients in the worst stage of typhus fever, without contracting the disease. 3. That the inhabitants of houses in the immediate vicinity of such wards, and which must have been frequently exposed to currents of air blowing over the sick, have in no case whatever, been known to be infected. 4. That persons, whose duty obliges them to be near the sick, may in general escape infection, by being careful not to inhale the breath or other exhalations of the diseased, nor to stand in a current of air blowing immediately from the surface of their beds. The utility of this excellent institution has now been decidedly proved by nine annual reports. By them we perceive that the number of sick have decreased, the fear of contagion is done away, and the treatment of the disease is better understood, as a much smaller proportion of patients received into the house of recovery have died in latter than in former years. Nor does it appear that the concentration of a number of patients labouring under typhus into one apartment, provided ventilation is properly attended to, tends in the least to impede the recovery of the sick. The authors of this report do not seem to place much reliance on the practicability of destroying the fomite of contagion by the introduction of any chemical vapour, but depend chiefly upon strict cleanliness and frequent whitewashing with fresh-made lime wash. The clothes of the diseased are disinfected by first steeping them in cold water, next by the usual process of washing with soap, and finally drying them in an oven. We hope that the successful example of checking the effects of typhus contagion here adduced, will cause the adoption of similar means in every situation where the prevalence of that disease may render them necessary.
To many of our readers the following piece of information, contained in Dr. Haygarth's letter on the management of infirmaries, cannot fail to be acceptable:—"You know that the vapour of volatile vitriolic acid is occasionally employed to kill bugs. On this humble but interesting subject I made some trials, and found from the fumes of burning Sulphur the bugs run away, but that they were not killed by it. It may not be irrelevant to say that rectified spirit of wine is the best poison for bugs. It has no disagreeable smell, leaves no stain, can be applied to every crevice, as well as freely to clothes. I have seen two drops of the rectified spirit of wine in a small phial kill forty bugs: the experiment was repeated with the same success. You may suspect that the animals were only dead drunk, but they never revived."
Extraordinary case of the late JOHN ORME, of Macclesfield.
In the annals of strong circumstantial evidence, by which innocence may have been condemned, we can hardly parallel the following:— About 21 years ago two persons named Lowe and Oakes, charged with coining, were apprehended at Macclesfield, in Cheshire, the former then well known in Manchester. Oakes was merely the carrier of the raw material, and Lowe the actual maker of the base coin; but as the law in this case admits of no accessory, every person assisting being a principal, Oakes was convicted and executed. Lowe was more fortunate, though found guilty and sentence passed, in consequence of a flaw in the indictment, the omission simply of the particle "of" his case was referred to the twelve judges, and his life saved. About this period, a man (a stranger from Birmingham,) arrived at Macclesfield, and took a room in the house of Orme, under the pretext of teaching a school. Here he remained a few weeks till a vacation time came on, when he told his landlord, Orme, he should go to see his friends in Birmingham, and on his return would pay his rent. Stopping, however, longer than he promised, Orme (who was a poor hard-working man, a collier, with a large family,) from necessity broke open his lodger's door, when, on entering the room, he found a crucible for coining, with a few base shillings; the latter of which he put carelessly in his pocket, but, as he solemnly protested, never pretended to utter them. A few days after, some cotton having been stolen from a mill in the neighbourhood, a search-warrant was granted, when, among others, the constables entered Orme's house, where they found the above article for coining. As might naturally be supposed, they concluded that Orme was a party with Lowe and Oakes, and seizing upon the instrument eagerly carried it before the magistrates; the consequence was, that a warrant was immediately issued to apprehend Orme, on a charge of coining, and he was accordingly taken from his employment at the bottom of a coal-pit. On their way to the magistrate's office, he was informed by the constables of the nature of the charge against him, when recollecting the base money he had in his pocket, just as he was entering the office, his fears got so much the ascendancy over his prudence, that he hastily put his hand into his pocket, and taking out the shillings, crammed them into his mouth, from which they were taken by a constable. A circumstance so very strong, and apparently so very conclusive against the prisoner, could not fail to have its weight with the jury, and the poor fellow was convicted.—Sentence of death was accordingly passed with awful solemnity, by the late lord Alvanley, then the hon. Pepper Arden. Orme was sentenced to die with Oakes; but a few days before the intended fatal one, a brother of Orme's, a resident of London, (a cheese factor and a hop-merchant) arrived with a respite for a fortnight; and Mr. Cowdry (now printer of the Manchester Gazette, and then editor of the Chester Chronicle) still feels a complacency in the recollection, that after drawing up a petition to the fountain of mercy, the king, he assisted by the late Rolls Leigh, Esq. procured the signatures of a considerable part of the grand jury to the same. Orme's respite was to expire at one o'clock on the Monday morning, the hour that was to terminate his earthly existence. On the Saturday night preceding, Mr. Cowdry waited at the post-office with an anxiety and solicitude that words cannot but faintly describe; but at the hour of eleven, the unpropitious and unwelcome information arrived, that all had failed—not a ray of hope was left, and the unfortunate delinquent was not expected to live beyond the appointed moment. Accordingly the dreadful accompaniments of a public ignominious death were prepared—a hurdle to take
his body to the fatal tree (as in cases of high treason) the sheriff's officers, &c. all summoned, and a coffin made to receive his remains. And here it may not be amiss to observe, that supported by conscious innocence, never was a man better prepared to meet so awful an end than Orme. The whole of Sunday his mind was serene, placid, and comfortable; not the least emotion, not even a sigh escaped him; and when the news arrived of his deliverance from death, he silently received it with an apparent disappointment. About ten o'clock on that night the king's special messenger arrived with a reprieve, the persevering affection of his brother having ultimately succeeded. He, however, suffered five years incarceration in the castle from the time of his reprieve, and the governor, Mr. Faithful Thomas, has been heard to say, that he did as much moral good in reading religious tracts to the prisoners, as an ordinary person could have done in the same period. He survived his liberation, procured by the late judge Berrycroft, nearly sixteen years, brought up a large family by honest industry, and his memory, we hope, will be embalmed with the poor man's only mead, next to the satisfaction of his own heart, the approbation of posterity.
FLOUR. 700 Barrels Mayo Mills of excellent quality, afloat, for Sale by Moses Myers. Dec. 27. tf 381
KENDAL COTTONS. The Subscribers have received per Ship Industry, captain Wright, from Liverpool, A few Bales low priced Kendal COTTONS, which they offer for Sale on liberal terms. Hunter & Gatewood. December 20. tf 363
FOR SALE, On board the Schooner Rising States, captain Newcomb, lying at Newton's wharf, 30 hlids. MOLASSES, 100 HIDES. Phinehas Dana & Co. Dec. 20. tf 364
LINDSAY AND WHEELER, Respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Norfolk That the Astonishing Invisible LADY, THE ACOUSTIC TEMPLE, Incomprehensible Crystal, and Reflecting Mirror, Is now exhibited at the house of Mrs. Winchester, Commerce-Street, and will continue its town but ten days. The Amateurs of Science and Curious Experiments will find in this Exhibition, the most surprising Phenomenon that has ever been discovered in Acoustics; the proprietors therefore flatter themselves, that the enlightened and liberal publick will honour his performance with the same degree of applause which has so uniformly attended it in Paris, London, Liverpool, and New-York. This Inexhaustible, Aenarial, and Optical Illusion, which professes to expose the practices of artful imposters, pretended magicians, and exorcists, and open the eyes of those who still foster an absurd belief in ghosts, witches, conjurations, doomanacs, &c. will enable the attentive observer to form a just idea of the artifices by which they have imposed on the credulous and superstitious, in this, and former ages; and afford also to the spectator an interesting and pleasing entertainment. * * * * * People of Colour admitted on Fridays. N. B. Likenesses done on Paper—also, elegantly painted on Glass, with enamelled borders, and set in burnished Gold Frames of different kinds, &c. Dec. 16. 6tf* 335
FOR SALE, Liverpool Salt, Kendal Cottons, &c. The CARGO of the Ship Industry, Noah Wright, master, from Liverpool—Consisting of 12,000 Bushels SALT, 8 Bales Kendal COTTONS, 10 Cases COPPER, 18 and 20 oz. 18 Sugar BOILERS, of 150 gallons each, 3 Hogsheads SKIMMERS and LADLES, 4 Casks Copper NAILS—Apply to William Pennock. December 20. tf 367
For Sale by the Subscriber, 60 Crates well assorted Earthenware, Just received by the ship Leonidas, from Liverpool. And in Store, 40 Puncheons W. Island RUM, 5 do. Old Jamaica do. 3 do. New-England do. 50 Pipes best Holland GIN, 60 Gross Wine and Porter BOTTLES, 9 Casks well assorted GLASSWARE, 18 Boxes 8 by 10 WINDOW GLASS, 26 Kegs best British GUNPOWDER, 2 Hogsheads Philadelphia LOAF SUGAR, 31 Hogsheads Low Land TOBACCO, 45 Kegs Manufactured do. Petersburg Inspection, 60 Barrels Superfine FLOUR. Alexander Maclure. December 6. 9t 329
HUNTER & GATEWOOD, Have received per Ship Jane, Captain Colley, from Liverpool, the balance of their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, Which in addition to their former importation from London, makes their assortment general and complete—it consists of almost every article of useful and fashionable goods too tedious to enumerate, which they offer for sale, at their Store No. 129, Main Street, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms for cash, or short payments. November 8. tf 262
LADIES FASHIONABLE SHOES. SEVERAL Trunks of Ladies plain and fashionable LACED KID SHOES, and Gentlemen's fashionable London made do. just received by the ship Planter, Captain Boush, and for sale by Gilliat & Mackinder. September 9. tf 196
FOR SALE, 90 Tons LOGWOOD, 20,000 Feet MAHOGANY, 2000 Feet Mahogany BOARDS, 150 Hogsheads Richmond TOBACCO, afloat. Apply to John Granbery. Who offers for Rent, A DWELLING HOUSE, very pleasantly situated near Boush-street, lately occupied by Col. Davies. December 3. 3w 317

THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
WEDNESDAY EVENING, JAN. 1, 1806.
As we always feel indignant when we learn that any insult has been committed on the flag of our country...
A few years since a person by the name of DAVIS, published what he called his travels in America...
We are to consider that the observations, which are made are those of impartial persons, and are entitled to the consideration, which is due to impartiality, and are as follows.
During his stay in the metropolis; Mr. Davis was present at one of the most interesting debates with which the House of Representatives has been occupied since the accession of the present President.
Of these imposts, that on stamps particularly excited the interest of the community; and although, in a commercial country, a duty of this nature must be extremely productive...
The repeal of the other taxes, such as those on auctions, licences, carriages and refined sugars, must at first sight appear equally inexpedient...
Notwithstanding, however, the reasoning and the clamours of the federal party, it is known that the bill passed both the Senate and House of Representatives...
The debate in the house of representatives for these two days past, on the contested election of Mr. Mead, was conducted with great ability and drew
forth an honourable display of talents. In this debate several new members rose for the first time, of whom Mr. Bidwell from Massachusetts, Mr. N. Williams from New-York...
An authentic letter from Bourdeaux to a person in this city states that the French loss in the affair of Ulm sixteen thousand men killed.
The source from which this information is derived is so respectable, that we place great reliance on its accuracy.
The Louisvillle paper states, that a considerable detachment of troops have already been sent to form an establishment near the coast of Santa Fe...
Captain Bell, of the ship Concordia, with whom we conversed last evening, left Petersburg on the 23d of September.
FROM THE NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER.
SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES.
Debate on the motion of Dr. Logan, for leave to bring in a Bill to suspend the commercial intercourse between the United States and St. Domingo.
FRIDAY, Dec. 20.
Dr. Logan observed that agreeably to notice, he asked leave to bring forward a bill to prevent the commercial intercourse between the United States of America and the French Island of St. Domingo.
“Let their destination, however, be what they may, it cannot, I conceive, but be justly considered, that such armaments on the part of the citizens of a neutral state, must be attended with consequences prejudicial to a belligerent power...
“I understand, sir, that the arrangements in question have in fact taken place under no commission or authority whatever from the government of the United States.
In a letter from the charge d'affaires of France, dated the 7th of May 1804, and addressed to the secretary of state, he observes, “The undersigned is informed in a manner which leaves him no room to doubt it, that the American merchants, who pursue this commerce (meaning the commerce with St. Domingo) publicly arm in the ports of the United States...
the matter merely under the view of the law of nations, it is manifest that American citizens under the very eyes of their government, carry on a private and piratical war against a power with which the United States are at peace.
“The French government certainly could not see, without a profound regret, that after having given to the U. States the most marked proofs of the desire to place the good understanding of the two nations upon the most immovable foundations...
Dr. L. observed that the commerce as carried on by the citizens of the United States is not only a violation of the law of nations which the United States as an independent nation is bound to obey...
To remedy the evils complained of, a law was enacted during the last session of Congress to regulate the clearance of armed merchant vessels...
Whilst we are anxious to have our own national rights respected, it is honorable to violate the rights of a friendly power with whom we are at peace...
(To be Continued.)
Translated for the Baltimore Evening Post.
Colony of St. Domingo. IN THE NAME OF THE EMPEROUR. DECREE.
Head-quarters, St. Domingo. 20th Vendemaire, year 14. (Oct. 11th, 1805.)
We, Louis Ferrand, general of brigade, commander in chief, captain general for interim, member of the legion of honour.
Considering that our decrees, of the 8th Thermidor, year 12, and the 13th Messidor, year 13, as well as our instructions to the captains of privateers and the commanders of cruisers, of the 29th Prairial, same year, could leave no doubt with respect to our principles then declared, on the liberty of navigation and neutral rights...
Considering that we have right to hope from our fidelity a just reciprocity, on the part of the neighbouring neutral governments, and their concurrence in those measures, in their power, to induce their subjects to observe the treaties which unite them with France...
Considering, that far from having obtained the end, which we expected from his frank and honest conduct; the exactness of our principles, in favour of neutral flags, is become among many, a stimulus to their rapacity...
Considering, that the custom-house officers, in many ports of the United States of America, have the impudence officially to dispatch neutral vessels, for the ports occupied by the rebels...
Considering, that from the voluminous correspondence, found in the ships captured since our decree of the 23d of Messidor, it results that many houses of the first rank in New-York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, &c. have, for a long time, had connection with the revolted blacks...
Considering, that the principal fitting out of neutral vessels of war, and for merchandise, is in the ports of the U. States, to protect this infamous commerce...
Considering, that it is matter of publick notoriety, that the America, of 32 guns, the Connecticut of 22, the Indostan of 14, and many American vessels of this kind, are not only engaged in this execrable commerce...
Considering, that this conduct, on the part of the subjects of the government of the U. States of America, cannot be avowed by that government, at least to acknowledge authentically the independence of the rebel blacks of St. Domingo...
Considering that the 26th article of the treaty of the 30th September, 1800, ratified July 31st, 1801, expressly prohibits the subjects of both contracting parties from receiving, protecting, hiding, aiding or assisting any pirate...
Considering in fine, that it is our duty and that we
are under a responsibility to destroy, by all the means which are in our power, such monstrous abuses which tend to furnish profusely the revolted blacks...
HAVE DECREED AND DO DECREE:
Article 1. All detained vessels, either with papers direct for the ports occupied by the rebels, or coming from them with custom-house papers...
The captains general, the governors and commissioners, in these Islands, who can no longer doubt their duty, where all nations should concur in measures...
II. The second article refers to the delegated authorities, with the manner in which the sale may be made, if the detained cargo be of a perishable nature...
The third article directs the transmission of all the original papers to the head of the marine department at St. Domingo.
The fourth article directs a deduction of 5 per cent. for the government, upon the value of the capture.
The fifth article refers also to the government charge on cases of capture.
The sixth article states the compensation to be received by the delegated authorities.
The seventh article allows three months for the transmission of the accounts of sale, &c. to the colonial inspector for their verification, register, or deposit.
The eighth article directs that the captain, supercargo, mates, sailors and passengers of every vessel taken in this trade shall be sent to St. Domingo immediately.
It provides also, that if the papers on board do not fully prove the fact of their being employed in this illicit trade, the captain shall have the privilege of accompanying his papers to St. Domingo, in his own defence.
The ninth article orders the agents to search most carefully every paper on board, all letters, documents, &c. of every kind, to retain those which may affect the question of the validity of the prize...
The tenth article directs the examination of these papers by the interpreters of the government, and a regular and exact account of the captains of privateers, merchants, insurers, captains, supercargoes, &c.
XI. A list shall be drawn up by the same magistrate, of the captain of privateers, merchants, insurers, captains, supercargoes and others, connected by commercial relations with the rebels...
Copies of these lists shall be delivered to every cruiser bearing our letter of marque.
XII. Every vessel, under whatever flag it may navigate, on board of which shall be found invoices, bills of lading, and other documents directed to one or more of the persons named on these lists ordered by the preceding article...
XIII. Every privateer which captures a vessel at anchor in any port occupied by the rebels, or navigating under the Indigene flag, shall be exempted from all duties upon his prize.
XIV. Every privateer, which enters St. Domingo, and supplies it with provisions in case of a siege, shall enjoy the same exemption during a cruise of three months.
The fifteenth article orders the general circulation of the above decree, “to justify our efforts to repress a shameful and hostile trade, which nourishes the most odious rebellion.”
(Signed) L. FERRAND.
NEW-YORK, Dec. 24.
On the 5th of November, at 4 P. M. Cape Sable bearing ESE, distant 40 mile, capt. Chew fell in with the British fleet of 14 sail of the line, under Admiral Collingwood...
On the same day, capt. Chew left the fleet in company with the Victory, (Lord Nelson's ship) and Belleisle, both under jury-masts, bound to England.
The blockade of Cadiz was continued by Admiral Collingwood.
The British Admiral Louis, who had been sent to Tetuan Bay for water with 7 sail of the line, (and absent during the engagement) had returned off Cadiz.
We further learn, verbally, that Admiral Gravina died of his wounds, after he arrived at Cadiz.
LANCASTER, Dec. 17.
The following address was, on Saturday last, presented to the Governor, by a committee appointed for the purpose, on the part of the house of representatives...
To THOMAS M'KEAN, Governor of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Sir, Partaking of the publick sentiment, and selected to express the wish of our fellow-citizens, it will be

our inclination as well as our duty, to provide for the preservation of our republican institutions. To perpetuate these, publick education, publick justice, and publick force are so essential, that they cannot fail to command the attention of faithful representatives.
We agree with you that in a republican government, the establishment of a pure, able, and efficient administration of justice, is one of the great points of republican policy; for vain and illusory would all our political institutions be, if this important branch of our government should lose any of these qualities; and you may be assured that nothing on our part shall be wanting to give the judicial system such a form as will, in our opinion, secure a prompt, easy, and impartial administration of justice.
At this important crisis of our national affairs, when we have reason to apprehend that the general government will be obliged to sacrifice its laudable love of peace to an honourable assertion of its rights and dignity; when our national flag is insulted and our territories violated, by the subjects of foreign powers, it becomes us to declare, that we have the fullest confidence in the collected wisdom and patriotism of the executive and legislative branches of the federal government; and that whatever measures may be found necessary for the assertion of our rights and dignity, will be promptly and cheerfully supported by the state of Pennsylvania.
In reviewing the constitution of Pennsylvania, we feel additional pleasure in the late expression of the publick will. This constitution, the pride of Pennsylvania, formed by her wisest and best tried patriots, offering to her citizens every security, and every political blessing that a nation of freemen can rationally desire, becomes a subject of the highest interest, and demands the best exertions for its protection.
Aware of the necessity of guarding the standard of republicanism, the representative principle, from the abuses of intrigue and imposture, as faithful representatives of a free people, our best exertions shall not be wanting to secure this desirable object, by establishing a general system of education that shall infuse into the mind of every citizen a knowledge of his rights and duties.
Believing that it is in the power of the legislature, to remedy every defect in our civil policy, and in full assurance of the liberal co-operation of a chief magistrate of approved patriotism and distinguished abilities, we will, with an eye fixed on the great palladium of our rights, exert our best endeavours to perfect our political institutions.
The several matters contained in your address, which are subjects of legislative provisions, shall receive from us all the consideration that their importance merits.
We most cordially unite with you in deprecating the acrimony of party, and assure you that a disposition so unworthy of republicans, shall not obtrude on our deliberations, or influence our proceedings.
Be assured, Sir, that we will co-operate with you in every measure that may be calculated to promote the publick good; and that we will, on all occasions study to promote your happiness, upon principles of mutual respect, esteem and confidence.
REPLY
By the Governor, to the above. To the Honourable, the House of Representatives.
GENTLEMEN, I sincerely thank you for your truly patriotic and friendly address. It exhibits the sentiments of an enlightened and virtuous representation of an enlightened and virtuous people.
Our constituents must be highly gratified in this expression of reciprocal respect and the co-operation of their immediate representatives in the different departments of government; and I trust they will reap the best fruits from our attachment to the present constitution of the United States and of Pennsylvania.
Nothing less did I expect, nothing more did I wish; and none but the malignant and seditious can be dissatisfied.
T. M'KEAN.
Lancaster, December 14th, 1805.
LETTER
From the Secretary of the Treasury, transmitting a report prepared in obedience to the act, supplementary to the act entitled "An act to establish the Treasury Department,"—December 10, 1805. Read and ordered to be referred to the committee of Ways and Means.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, Dec. 9th, 1805. SIR—I have the honour to inclose a report prepared in obedience to the act entitled "An act to establish the Treasury department." I have the honour to be, very respectfully, Sir, your obedient servant,
ALBERT GALLATIN
The honourable the Speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States.
REPORT.
In obedience to the directions of the act supplementary to the act entitled "An act to establish the Treasury Department," the Secretary of the Treasury respectfully submits the following report and estimates:
REVENUE AND RECEIPTS
The nett revenue arising from duties on merchandise and tonnage which accrued during the year 1801, amounted to 12,020,279
The nett revenue arising from the same source, which accrued during the year 1802 amounted to 10,154,564
That which accrued during the year 1803, amounted to 11,306,430
And that which accrued during the year 1804, amounted, after deducting that portion which arose from the additional duties constituting the Mediterranean fund, (as will appear by the statement (A) to 12,672,325
It is ascertained that the nett revenue which has accrued during the three first quarters of the year 1805, does not fall short of that of the corresponding quarters of the year 1804: and that branch of the revenue may, exclusively of the Mediterranean, be safely estimated, for the present, at twelve millions of dollars; which is nearly the average of the two years 1803 and 1804.
The defalcation which took place in the year 1802, and the increase in the next following years, sufficiently show that no inconsiderable portion of that branch of the revenue, is due to the neutrality of the United States during the continuance of war in Europe. Yet if the revenue of 1802, the only year of European peace since 1752, be considered as the best basis on which to form an estimate, this, with an addition of ten per cent, on account of the increase of population for three years, and of near 300,000 dollars, the computed revenue of New-Orleans, will give a result of near eleven millions and a half.
The statement (B) exhibits in detail the several species of merchandise and other sources from which that revenue was collected during the year 1804.
The revenue arising from the sales of publick lands has been greater during the year ending on the 30th Sept. 1805, than that of any preceding year. It appears by the statement (C) that during that period, besides 145,000 acres sold to persons claiming a right of pre-emption, 474,000 acres have been disposed of at the ordinary sales, making altogether, with the preceding sales, from the time when the land offices were opened in 1800 and 1801, an aggregate of near two millions of acres. The actual payments by pur-
chasers which, during the year ending on the 30th of Sept. 1804, had amounted to 432,000 dollars, and had not in any one previous year exceeded 250,000 dollars, have during the year ending on the 30th Sept. 1805, amounted to 575,000 dollars; of which sum 535,000 dollars were paid in specie, and the residue in stock of the publick debt. The specie receipts from that source may for the ensuing year be safely estimated at five hundred thousand dollars.
The receipts arising from the permanent revenue of the United States may, therefore, without even including the duties on postage and other small incidental branches, be computed, for the year 1806, at twelve millions and five hundred thousand dollars, 12,500,000
The payments in the treasury, during the same year, on account of the temporary duties, constituting the "Mediterranean fund," which will have accrued to the 31st day of March next, are estimated at 900,000 dollars, and about one hundred thousand may be expected from the arrears of internal duties and of the direct tax, and from other incidental branches, making for temporary and incidental receipts one million of dollars, 1,000,000
The balance of specie in the treasury which, on the 30th day of September last, amounted to 4,575,654 dollars, will, as the receipts and current expenditures of the present quarter may be considered as nearly equal, be diminished at the end of this year, only by the payments on account of the American claims, assumed by the convention with France, and as the whole amount of those claims which remained unpaid on the 30th day of Sept. last, will, in this estimate, be stated amongst the expenditures of 1806, the whole of the above-mentioned balance may be added to the receipts of that year, viz. 4,575,000
Making in the whole an aggregate of more than eighteen millions of dollars, 18,075,000
EXPENDITURES.
The expenses of the year 1806, which must be defrayed out of those resources, are, like the revenue, either of a permanent nature or temporary, viz. The permanent expenses are estimated at 11,450,000
 1. The annual appropriation of eight millions of dollars for the payment of the principal and interest of the publick debt, of which more than 4,000,000 dollars will be applicable to the discharge of the principal, & the residue to the payment of interest, 8,000,000  2. For the civil department, and all domestick expenses of a civil nature, including invalid pensions, the light house and mint establishments, the expenses of surveying publick lands, the third instalment of the loan due to Maryland, and a sum of 150,000 dollars to meet such miscellaneous claims as may be allowed by Congress, 1,150,000  3. For expenses incident to the intercourse with foreign nations, including the permanent appropriation for Algiers, 200,000  4. For the military and Indian departments, including the permanent appropriations for certain Indian tribes, 1,050,000  5. For the naval establishment (exclusively of deficiencies for the service of the years 1804 and 1805, which are estimated at 600,000 dollars) 1,070,000 
The extraordinary demands, for the year 1806, amount to four millions of dollars, viz.
The Navy deficiencies of 1804 and 1805, as above-mentioned, 600,000 And the balance of the American claims assumed by the French convention, which remained unpaid on the 30th of Sept. last, amounting to 3,400,000 4,000,000 Making altogether fifteen millions four hundred and fifty thousand dollars. 15,450,000
It appears from the preceding statement that the permanent revenues of the United States will, during the ensuing year, exceed the permanent expenditures by a sum of more than one million of dollars, and that the monies already on hand, together with the temporary resources of the year, will, after leaving the sum which it is always necessary to keep in the treasury, be sufficient to discharge the navy deficiencies and the whole amount of the claims assumed by the convention with France, the large receipts of last year rendering it unnecessary to recur for that object to the loan authorised by the act of the 10th of November 1803.
MEDITERRANEAN FUND.
It appears by the statement (B) that the additional duty of two and an half per cent. on goods paying duties ad valorem, which constitutes the "Mediterranean Fund," amounted, during the six last months of 1804, to 563,038 dollars. And it is ascertained that the amount of the duty accrued during the year ending on the 30th day of June, 1805, was 990,000 dollars. This apparent product will, it is true, be diminished by subsequent exportations; but it is believed, from a view of the value of the goods imported in 1803 and 1804, which are charged with that duty, that the fund may be estimated as producing nearly nine hundred thousand dollars a year. If that estimate be correct, the fund will ultimately produce, during the one year and nine months, commencing on the 1st day of July, 1804, and ending on the 31st day of March, 1806, one million five hundred and seventy-five thousand dollars. 1,575,000
The expenses heretofore charged on that fund have been, viz. Paid, in 1804, to the navy department, under the act constituting the fund 525,000 Paid, in 1805, to the said department, by virtue of the 2d sect. of the act of the 25th Jan. 1805, 596,000 1,115,000
Making altogether, 1,115,000 dollars, and leaving an unappropriated surplus, estimated at 460,000 dollars, but which will be more than absorbed by the navy deficiencies above-mentioned. The monies actually received or to be received into the treasury on account of that fund, prior to the first day of January, 1806, are estimated at about 600,000 dollars. The residence will be received between that day and the
31st day of March, 1807; and credit has been taken for a sum of 900,000 dollars, on that account, in the preceding estimates of the receipts of the year 1806.
PUBLICK DEBT.
The payments on account of the principal of the publick debt have during the year ending on the 30th day of September, 1805, exceeded four millions three hundred and seventy-seven thousand dollars, as appears by estimate (D) 4,377,898. 63
The two last instalments due to Great-Britain, and amounting to one million seven hundred and seventy-six thousand dollars, have also been discharged during the same period, 1,776,000
Making in the whole a reimbursement of more than six millions one hundred and fifty thousand dollars, 6,153,898. 63
As the exportation of the specie necessary to discharge the last mentioned instalment would have been sensibly felt, it was found eligible to pay it in London, in conformity with the authority given by the act of the 3d of March, 1805, and the operation was affected, at par, by the bank of the United States.
It appears by the same statement (D) that the payments on account of the publick debt, from the 1st April, 1801, to the 30th September, 1805, have amounted to almost eighteen millions of dollars, 17,954,790. 49
During the same period there have been paid to Great Britain, in satisfaction and discharge of the money which the United States might have been liable to pay, in pursuance of the provisions of the 6th article of the treaty of 1794, 2,664,000
The balance in the treasury amounted, on the 1st day of April, 1801, to 1,794,052. 59
And on the 30th day of September, 1805, to 4,575,654. 37
Making an increase of 2,781,601. 78 From which deducting the proceeds of the sales of the bank shares, 1,287,600
Leaves for the increase arising from the ordinary revenue, 1,494,001. 78
Making in the whole, a difference of more than twenty-two millions of dollars in favour of the U. States, during that period, of four years and a half, 22,112,792. 27
In order to give a more general and concise view of the receipts and expenditures of the United States during the four years commencing on the 2st day of April, 1801, and ending on the 31st day of March, 1805, than can be derived from the annual printed accounts, a statement marked (H) and several explanatory statements marked (H 1. to H 8.) have been added to those which usually accompany this report.
From those it appears that a sum of fifty millions six hundred and sixty-seven thousand four hundred and sixty-seven dollars and four cents has been paid into the treasury during that period, viz.
From duties on tonnage and on the importation of foreign merchandise, 45,174,837. 92 From all other sources (including 1,596,171 dollars and 43 cents, arising from the sales of bank shares and of publick vessels,) 5,492,629. 82 50,667,467. 04
And that the expenditures, during the same period, have amounted to forty-nine millions six hundred and sixty-five thousand five hundred and twenty-seven dollars and fifty-six cents, which have been disbursed for the following purposes:
 1. Less than one third of the whole has been sufficient to defray all the current expenses of the United States, viz. For the civil list and all domestick expenses of a civil nature, 3,786,114. 79 For the military establishment and Indian department, 4,405,192. 26 For the naval establishment, 4,842,635. 15 For the expenses attending the intercourse with foreign nations, 1,071,437. 84 
Amounting altogether to 14,105,380. 04 2. Near one third was necessary to pay the interest on the publick debt, viz. 16,278,700. 95
On which subject it may not be improper to observe that a part of that sum, amounting to 3,160,000 dollars, was paid on account of the interest on the deferred stock, a charge which commenced only in the year 1801, and was therefore in addition to the annual sum wanted before that year for the payment of interest on the publick debt.
3. More than one third, and which may be considered as the surplus revenue of the U. States during that period, has been applied towards the reimbursement and extinguishment of the debt, viz.
On account of the principal of the publick debt proper, 16,317,663. 92 In payment of debts contracted before the 1st day of April, 1801, and arising under the British treaty and under the French convention of the 30th September, 1800, 2,963,782. 65 19,281,446. 57
It is sufficiently evident that whilst one third of the national revenue is necessarily absorbed by the payment of interest, a persevering application of the resources, afforded by seasons of peace and prosperity, to the discharge of the principal, in the manner directed by the legislature, is the only effectual mode by which the United States can ultimately obtain the full command of their revenue, and the free disposal of all their resources. Every year produces a diminution of interest and a positive increase of revenue. Four years more will be sufficient to discharge (in addition to the reimbursements on the six per cent. and deferred stocks) the remainder of the Dutch debt, and the whole of the eight per cent. navy six-
per cent. five and a half per cent. and four and a half per cent. stocks. As the portion of the publick debt which shall then remain unpaid will consist of the six per cent. deferred and Louisiana stocks, neither of which can be reimbursed except at the periods and in the proportions fixed by contract, and of the three per cent. stock, which its low rate of interest will render it ineligible to discharge at its nominal value; the rapidity of the reduction of the debt, beyond the annual reimbursements permitted by the contracts, will, after the year 1809, depend on the price at which purchases may be effected. And should circumstances render it eligible, a considerable portion of the revenue now appropriated for that purpose, may then in conformity with existing provisions, be applied to other objects.
All which is respectfully submitted, ALBERT GALLATIN, Secretary of the Treasury. Treasury department, December 9th, 1805.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Schooner Venus, Goodwin, 20 days from Berbice, Sugar and Coffee, Martin Fisk.—The brig Nancy, Reynolds, of and from this port, in 50 days, arrived four days before Capt. Goodwin sailed.
On Wednesday, the 8th inst. Will be Sold, at the New-Market,
Two Negro Men and a Woman, a Gig with Harness, one Feather Bed with furniture, a Saddle and Bridle; some Silver Plate, consisting of a Tankard, Crops, Table, Tea Spoons, &c.—Cash will be required for all sums under 20 dollars, and a negotiable note with an approved endorser for all sums exceeding that amount.
Warren Ashley, Adm'r. 401
For Sale—A float, 4000 Bushe's Allum SALT. Apply to
William Knox. 397
WANTED,
A sober, attentive Person as Bar-Keeper to the Exchange Coffee-House, to whom a liberal salary will be given.
Peter Kemp. 398
NOTICE.
WHEREAS a certain JOHN SNOWDEN, ranaway from the subscriber living on Knot's-Island, Currituck County, N. C. having eloped in an unjust manner, and leaving a number of honourable debts unpaid, I therefore caution the publick against trusting him on any account.—His description is as follows: about 5 feet 5 inches high, light hair, and red face; when standing his knees incline rather backwards, about 20 years of age, and by trade a house-carpenter.
William Simpson. 399
Sugar & Coffee.
THIS DAY landing on Campbell's wharf, from on board the schooner Venus, capt. Goodwin, from Berbice, 21 Hogsheads Prime SUGARS, And a few Bags Prime GREEN COFFEE.—For Sale by Martin Fisk. 400
Great Dismal Swamp.
FOR SALE.—Three Sixteenths of the New Lebanon Estate, and One Sixth of the Old Lebanon Estate, which comprises a large portion of the most valuable TIMBER of the Swamp; they are intersected by the Canal now almost completed, which connects a water carriage from those Estates with the waters of the Chesapeake.—The terms of Sale will be moderate, and a reasonable accommodation of time will be given for two thirds of the purchase money. For particulars apply to
Wm. M. Harvey, near Nisenton, N. C. 396
AUCTION.
(For the benefit of the Underwriters or others concerned,)
On FRIDAY, the 3d of January, at eleven o'Clock, on Commerce-Street wharf, Will be Sold, 55 Boxes Havanna SUGARS, (White and Brown) damaged on board the Ship Nancy, capt. Potts, from Havanna, bound to Baltimore.—Terms, Cash on delivery.
Also, 80 boxes Havanna SUGARS, 20 hogsheads MOLASSES, 50 barrels BEEF. Terms—approved endorsed notes at 60 and 90 days. And at Rothery's wharf, The Schooner MARTHA & MARY, Burthen 49 tons, in good order, about 6 years old.
John Granbery, V. M. 394
BY PERMISSION.
THE MYSTERY.
THE citizens of Norfolk, are respectfully invited to view a curiosity, the astonishing powers of which surpass any thing that has been presented in this place. The scientific and mechanical will find ample field for speculation. The curious of every description will find wherewith to gratify their curiosity, excite their astonishment, and command their admiration. The Proprietor intends remaining but a short time in Norfolk; for the accommodation of the Ladies and Gentlemen, he will exhibit from 9 in the morning, until 4 at night, in the new brick house in Fen-Church-street, two doors from Mr. Kirk's Academy.
** Admittance for grown persons 50 cents, for children half price. Dec. 30. 393
Norfolk Drawbridge Company.
THE Stockholders are respectfully reminded, that by their Charter, there must be an annual meeting of the Company on the second Monday in January, in each year, for the purpose of appointing Directors and a Treasurer; and also for declaring a dividend of the profits. The meeting for the ensuing year will be at Benbridge's Hotel, at 10 o'clock.
Luke Wheeler, Wm. Pennock, C. Fry, Theo. Armistead. 378
Landing this day from on board the Schooner Liberty, Joshua Bangs, master, from Jamaica, 68 Puncheons RUM. For Sale by Moses Myers. 396
FOR SALE,
A valuable Brick Fire Proof WAREHOUSE, situated on wide water street, nearly opposite Mr. Plume's property. If not disposed of before Saturday the 11th January, 1806, it will on that day, be offered at publick sale. For terms apply to ROBERT GIBSON. Dec. 30. 399

GENUINE GARDEN SEEDS, Imported in the Ship Shepherdesse , from London, for Sale.
CONSISTING OF Windsor Beans, Green and Yellow Savoy, Long Pod do. White Broccoli, White Blossom do. Hardy Green do. Early Marazion, Purple Branching do. Early Frame Pea, Early and Late Cauliflowers, Early Charlton do. James' Keeping Onion, Early Nicholas do. Madera and Welch do. Golden Hotspur do. Red and Silver Skinned do. Crown and Egg do. Norfolk Field Turnip, Blue Prussian do. Red, Round, and Yellow do. Imperial Green do. Hanover and Stone do. Spanish Mosotto, do. Tankard do. Large Rouvencal do. Ice and Cabbage Lettice, Dwarf Profils do. Hardy Hammersmith do. Dwarf Marrow do. Brown, Dutch, and Leaf do. Early Green do. Green Turkey Cucumber, Wells Marrow do. Early Frame do. Early Yellow Snap, Paragon do. Negro French do. Long and Short Prickly do. Black Speckled do. Large Orange Carrot, Purple Speckled do. Early Horn do. and Parsnip, Chinese and Scarlet do. Red and White Beet, Harbour and White do. Fall and Dwarf Nasturtion, Early Salmon Radish, Solid Celery, Double Parsley, Salmon and Scarlet do. Green Curled Endive, Short Top and Naples do. Broad Leaved Leek, Red and White Turnip do. Salsify and Scorzonera, Long White Transparent do. Artichoke and Asparagus, Black Spanish do. Chardon and Chervil, Early York Cabbage, Pimpernell and Root Scarcity, Sugar Leaf do. Round and Prickly Spinach, Early and Late Buttersea, Broad Cress and Pepper Grass, Madera & Turnip Rooted do. Mushroom Spawn, Large Drum Head do. Hemlock and Okra, German Red do. Saffron and Rape. Colewort and Borecole,
A choice assortment of Garden, Flower, and Herb SEEDS; White and Red Clover, Lucerne, Furze Top, Red Top, and Burnet Grass SEEDS; Furs SEED for making Hedges. Likewise, Scotch and Pearl Barley, Oatmeal, and Fine Durham Mustard—By the next arrival he will be further supplied with the best of those articles.
Samuel Osborne, Main-Street, near the Old Market place. Dec. 16. 352
FRESH RICE. THIS DAY landing from the Sloop Astra , captain Prior, from Charleston, 80 tierces fresh RICE, which I will sell low. MARTIN FISK.
ALSO, 50 Barrels MACKAREL, and 2 From Sloop Fora , 50 do. HERRINGS. } capt. Chase. Dec. 16. 353
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER, AT HIS LUMBER YARD ON CALVERT'S WHARF, 700,000 SALE SHINGLES. 50,000 BUILDING do. 50,000 STAVES—White and Red Oak. 10,000 CYPRESS PALES. 5,000 CEDAR and CHINQUEPIN POSTS. Also—shall keep a supply of PLANK AND SCANTLING. Thomas H. Parker. August 19. 77
150 Pirkins Choice Philadelphia BUTTER For Sale by James Maurice & Co. October 23. 225
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.
GILLIAT AND MACKINDER, Have received by the Ship Planters , Russin, from London, and Fredonia , from Liverpool, their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, And will be Sold on low terms, for Cash, or approved Acceptances in Town.—Amongst which are
17 Bales of Navy Cottons. 16 Boxes Boys' and Men's Hats. 48 do. of Rose Blankets. 6 Trunks of Manchester. 8 do. Stripe do. 4 Boxes Cutlery, assorted. 9 do. White and Red Flannels. 30 Casks Shot. 10 do. White Plains and Kerseys. 130 Kegs of Gunpowder. 12 do. Blue do. 40 Casks Nails. 14 do. Blue & Green Half Thick. 4 do. Seine Twine. 6 do. Stripe and Grey Coatings. 6 Trunks Men's and Women's Worsted Hose. 2 do. Yarn Hose. 3 Bales of Oznaburgs. 2 do. Carpeting and Carpets. Fleece Hosiery, for Ladies' and Gentlemen's wear. 8 do. M. ved Fearnoughts. Muslins, Dimities, Calicoes, &c. &c. The above packages are well assorted. September 16. 145
WM. H. MCCUTCHEON, No. 41, MAIN-STREET, Has received and offers for Sale, a general assortment of
DRY GOODS,
At the most reduced prices for Cash, Among which are, 6-4 and 7-4 Cloths, White and coloured Threads, Cassimeres, Coatings, Dimities, Muslinets, Forest Cloths, Printed Jeans and Marseilles Rose and Striped Blankets, Quiltings, Red, Green, and Blue Serges, Bumbazets, Wildbores, and Red and Green Batzes, Durants, Flannels, Fancy Cords, Chintzes and Callicoes, Thicksets and Velvets, Furniture do. 7-8 and 4-4 Irish Linens, Black and Coloured India German Dowelsses, Persians, Ticklenburgs and Hessians, Bandanna and Flag Hdkfs. Brown Holland, 9-8 & 6-4 Cambric Muslins, India Cottons, Cotton Stripes, 7-8, 9-8, and 6-4 Black and Blue Gilla Handkerchiefs, Coloured do. do. Pullicet and Romal do. Book Muslins and Book Mus- Silk Shawls, lin Handkerchiefs, 5-4 and 6-4 Sattin Check Fine India Book Muslins, Cambric Shawls, Linen Checks, Ribbons, Guernsey Frocks, Fine India Sewing Silks, Swansdowns, Turkey Downs, English do. do. and Toiletens, Purple and Fancy Shawls, Men and Womens' Worsted Madras Handkerchiefs, and Cotton Hose, Coat and Vest Buttons, Fins, 3 1-2, 4 1-2, & 5 lbs. Scissors, Razors & Penknives. ALSO, A few Pipes Country GIN. December 4. 324
To be Leased, For one or six years, and possession to be had on the first of January next.
A Commodious BRICK-HOUSE on Smith's Point, now occupied by Mr. Harris—all convenient offices, and a good garden are annexed to this tenement—For the accommodation of a tenant, an adjoining lot may be had.
P. Barraud. November 18. 288
Richmond Academy Lottery, NOW DRAWING, CONTAINING One Prize of Ten Thousand Dollars, Besides several other large Prizes. TICKETS for Sale by the EDITOR of THIS PAPER. November 18. 279
BANK OF VIRGINIA.
THE Stockholders are hereby notified, that the annual meeting for electing Directors will be held on Monday, the 6th January. Power of Attorney for voting by proxy for Directors. KNOW all men by these presents, that of do hereby appoint to be substitute and proxy, for and in name and behalf, to vote at any election of a Director or Directors, of the Bank of Virginia, as fully as might or could, were personally present. In witness whereof have hereunto set hand and seal, this day of in the year Signed and delivered } in the presence of }
Power of Attorney for receiving Dividends. KNOW all Men by these presents, that of do hereby constitute and appoint lawful attorney, for and in name and behalf, to receive and give receipts for all dividends now due, or which may grow due on shares to belonging in the capital or joint stock of the President, Directors, and Company of the Bank of Virginia. In Witness whereof have set hand and seal this day of in the year Signed and delivered } in the presence of } December 2. 6th Jan. 319
NOTICE. THE Subscriber being desirous to close his unsettled concerns, requests all those who have accounts against him to present them at his office for adjustment, and persons indebted to him to make immediate payment. John Hamilton. October 14. 201
All persons having claims against the Estate of ROBERT WARREN, deceased, either by bond or open account are desired to bring them forward for settlement, and those indebted to make immediate payment to Warren Ashley, Administrator. December 9. 239
FOR SALE, A very handsome SADDLE MARE, who goes well in harness—also, a SADDLE HORSE, remarkably easy in all his gaits.—Enquire at the Office of the Ledger. November 6. 2m 257
MRS. MACDOUGAL, INFORMS her friends and the public, that she has taken that handsome house belonging to Mr. Roberts, in the centre of Market Square, where she will receive Boarders on moderate terms—the strictest attention will always be paid to the diet rooms, and lodging, and every endeavour used to render a transient or permanent abode at her house satisfactory. September 25. 169
REMOVAL. THOMAS LUMSDEN, Watch-Maker, &c.
HAS removed from No. 3, Water-Street, to the Brick-House at the corner of Rothery's Lane and Main-Street, opposite Captain Pennock's, and lately occupied by Doctor Hodges.—Grateful for favours experienced, assures his friends and customers that every effort will be exerted to merit a continuation of their patronage. October 23. 2m 257
TO RENT, (And immediate possession given.) A Convenient Dwelling House, near the Presbyterian Church, lately occupied by Thomas Newton, jun. Esq. It is in a pleasant part of the town, has a large garden and necessary out-houses, and a good well of water. For terms apply to John Brown, Marsden's Wharf. November 13. 275
NOTICE. WHEREAS a certain JOHN BARLIE, of Hampton, in the county of Elizabeth City has now in his possession certain NEGROES by the names of Esther and Child, Clary, Rose, Harry, Caty, Edmund, Phebe, and Jude, which he illegally detains contrary to the last will and testament of Isaac Hawes, of the county of Essex—And whereas the legal process of law is resorted to in order to ascertain his right therein, I do hereby (as Guardian to MARY WALLER BARLIE, who I contend is the legal Heir of said Hawes,) forward the said John Barlie from selling, or otherwise disposing of the said Slaves—And I do further forward all persons from purchasing them, or any part thereof—All masters of vessels and others are also forward from transporting, conveying away, or secreting any of the said Slaves, under the penalty of the law, which will be strictly enforced by WM. WALLER, Guardian. Hampton, Dec. 5. 334
THE CARGO of the Ship Eliza, Obediah Smith, master, from Bordeaux, will commence landing This Day on Newton's wharf, consisting of 440 Hogsheads choice CLARET, 293 Cases do. do. 143 do. White WINE. 280 Boxes Fresh PRUNES of excellent quality, for Sale by Moses Myers. November 18. 287
THIS DAY LANDING, From on board the Schooner Eagle , Captain Gross, from Bordeaux, 160 Casks CLARET. 981 Cases assorted do. 66 do. do. White do. 80 Baskets SWEET OIL. 2 Trunks and 3 Cases Ladies' and Men's SHOES. 8 Cases Men's and Children's Silk and Beaver HATS, assorted. DEMIJOHNS, ALMONDS, NUTS, &c. &c. For sale on liberal terms, by John & James Galwey, Commerce-Street Wharf. WHO HAVE ON HAND, 75 Boxes White & Brown Havanna SUGAR. September 6. 128
REMOVAL. JAMES TUCKER, Has removed to No. 1, HORN'S LANE, near MAIN-STREET, WHERE HE OFFERS FOR SALE, ON REASONABLE TERMS, HIS STOCK IN TRADE, CONSISTING OF A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF HARDWARE, NAILS, &c. May 8. 659
BANK NOTES LOST.
A letter dated Williamsburg, 27th November, 1805, directed to Messrs. Tho's & Wm. M'Candlish, merchants, Norfolk, containing Bank Notes to the amount of Two Hundred Dollars, as below described, and supposed to have been deposited in the Post Office, has either been lost, mislaid, or taken a wrong direction.—It is hoped that any person who may have become possessed of the same, accidentally or otherwise, will forward it on to the subscribers, as payment of the Notes have been stopped at the respective Banks. D. No. 1124, United States Branch, Norfolk, Dec. 6, 1804, 100 Dollars. B. No. 97, Virginia Branch, Fredericksburg, February 6, 1805, 100 Dollars. Wm. M'Candlish, & Co. Williamsburg, Dec. 9. 341
MUSEUM NATURÆ, Of Norfolk and Portsmouth.
THE liberality of a number of friends of the Arts and Sciences, in Norfolk, having enabled the undersigned to take a beginning with this Institution, he has taken the house and lot, formerly occupied by Mr. Riffaud a public garden, on the south side of the New Bridge, and feels confident that his labours and exertions will meet with ample encouragement from the liberal and enlightened communities of this, and of the neighbouring towns and counties. The institution will consist of a Botanical Garden, containing specimens of all the vegetable productions of this country, and furnished with green-houses, for all such exotic and rare plants, as may be procured from abroad, of a cabinet of Natural Curiosities, composed of indigenous and exotic Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Reptiles, Shells, Minerals, &c. scientifically classed and arranged, according to their various classes, orders, genera and species; and finally of a menagerie of all kinds of living Animals, Birds, Reptiles, &c. He takes the liberty of soliciting the aid and assistance of the Inhabitants of this State, for the speedy increase of the collections, by favouring his infant institution with all such natural productions and curiosities, as they may have in their possession, and have no particular use for: whether Animals, living or dead: Vegetables, or Minerals. Every object thus proffered, will be carefully preserved, with the name of the donor therefor; and will serve as a lasting proof of his taste and love for Arts and Science, and of his liberality towards the Institution.
Subscriptions for the forwardness and increase of this undertaking, at the rate of 25 dollars, bearing interest at six per cent. per annum, and to be reimbursed at the expiration of two years, are still solicited and received at the Museum; at the Book-Store of Messrs. A. C. Jordan, & co. and at Mr. Riffaud's, at Norfolk. Besides the interest of their money, the subscribers to these terms, have the privilege of visiting, at their pleasure, and free from all expenses, the Museum Naturæ, whereof they will be considered to be the founders and chief promoters. DELACOSTE. November 22. 295
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virginia, August 31, 1805. HIS Britannic Majesty's Consul to the State of Virginia, in consequence of instructions by him received from his government, hereby gives notice, to the merchants concerned in the trade to His Majesty's Dominions, that according to the terms of the Act of the 37th of the King C. 97, no British built vessel captured by His Majesty's enemies, afterwards purchased by citizens of the United States, and sailing under a Sea Letter can be admitted to entry under the said Act, as an American vessel. 114 John Hamilton.
TO RENT OR LEASE, (And possession given immediately.) THAT convenient Dwelling House, formerly occupied by Mr. John Davidson, on Briwer-Street—together with a large Garden, and all convenient out houses. For terms, apply to James Tucker. WHO HAS FOR LEASE, A VALUABLE LOT OF GROUND, On Commerce and Little Water Streets. September 6. 129
NORFOLK HOTEL. THE Subscriber informs his friends and the public, that he has opened an HOTEL in that convenient house formerly the NAVY TAVERN No. 123 Main-Street, where he hopes by his attention, to give satisfaction to those who may favour him with their company. He will always keep the best Liquors: and Private Parties will be furnished with Dinners, Suppers, or Relishes, at the shortest notice. BOARDERS accommodated by the week, month, or year. Henry Benbridge. October 9. 170
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 300 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skilful workmen. He has on hand a constant supply of Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, viz.
10d, 12d, 20d, Nails, 8d per lb. 8d, do. 9d per lb. Sheathing do. 7 1-2d per lb. 6d, do. 10d per lb. 4d, do. 3s per M. 3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, Brads, 8d per lb. 6d, do. 4s 6d per M. 4d, do. 3s do. 3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. 2d, do. 2s. 7 1-2d do. ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED. LEVIN DORSEY. March 18. 503
NOTICE. All persons having claims against the Estate of ROBERT REINS, deceased, are requested to bring them forward properly attested, that provision may be made for payment. James Callis, Adm'r. Dec. 11. 340
Twenty Dollars Reward.
RAN-AWAY from the Subscriber on the night of the 30th November last, a Negro Man named JOE, well known in this Borough, about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, of a light brown colour, high cheek bones, well made and very active, has a remarkable scar upon his neck just under the jaw, and has lately been burnt in the hand and whipped.—Whoever will apprehend said Negro, secure him in some jail, or give such information so that I get him again, shall receive the above reward.—Masters of vessels and others are forward harbouring or conveying away said slave, as the law will be strictly enforced against any person or persons so offending. Wright Southgate. December 13. 348
FOR RENT, That beautiful SEAT near Portsmouth, called THE COTTAGE, It may be had with or without the Farm annexed, which, in point of fertility, is equal to any land in the lower country—Some farming utensils, and the following negroes for hire: Two young women, one an excellent washer and ironer, and can cook; the other a house servant and sempstress; two boys of size to take in the house and run of errands, and several men. I am authorised to sell a likely young negro man. A STORE-HOUSE, near the Market in Portsmouth, is for rent.—Enquire of William Leigh. Portsmouth, Dec. 6. 2aw3w 332
TO RENT, THE Warehouse at present occupied by James Herron on my wharf, capable of storing 4,000 barrels flour, and free from danger of high tides—Possession may be had of them on the first of September next; if agreeable, the Wharf may be had with them. Also, for Lease, for a term of Years, The Wharf adjoining mine, newly repaired, 56 1-2 feet in front, running back from 2 to 250 feet, with sufficient well made ground for the erection of warehouses—at the end of the wharf, there is water for any ship, with a convenient Lumber Yard. For terms apply to John Davis. Portsmouth, July 29. 2awtf 25
GERMAN GOODS.
JOHN C. NIEMEYER, Has lately received and offer for Sale, the following Goods, for Cash, or inconvenient credit, for approved Notes, viz. 7000 Bags of 2 and 3 bushels, in bales of 600 each. 1000 East India Gunny Bags. 190 Pieces Ticklenburgs and Oznaburgs. 400 Brown Rolls. 400 White Rolls, different qualities. 100 White Plaitillas. 75 Brown Holland. 100 Bretannias. 20 Dowlass. 62 Fine White Flanders Sheetings. 25 Shirt Linen of 20 to 100 dollars per piece of 37 yards. 40 Fine Bed Bunts and Bed Ticking. 390 Velvet Ribbands, No. 2 to 150. 30 Russa Sheetings, and Diaper. 320 Dozen Snuff Boxes. 100 Boxes Baltimore Window Glass, in whole and half boxes, viz. 8 by 10, 9 by 11, 9 by 12, 10 by 12, and 12 by 14, at the manufactory prices, with the addition of the usual charges. A few Barrels Philadelphia bottled Porter. 105 Boxes Short Pipes. 120 Spanish Segars, of different quality. 150 lbs. Shoe Thread. 130 Twine. 15 Boxes Glass Ware, of different kinds, cut and plain. 37 Barrels Turpentine. ALSO, 20 Dozen of Shoe Brushes. Violins, Flutes and Fifes. ditto Strings and Bows. Looking Glasses of all kinds. Nuns' Thread and Fine Lace. Thread Stockings, Plush for Saddles. Coffee Mills.—Beads, and Bird Cages. Razors, Spectacles, and Penknives, 1st quality. Backgammon Tables, Dice, Cards, Chessmen. Fowling Pieces, Pistols, and Agut Flints. Crooked Horn and Ivory straight Combs. An Invoice of Japanned Ware. do. do. of Mill Saws, Augers, &c. 40,000 Marbles. And a great variety of other Articles. Apply as above. September 25. 164
LEO THE TENTH.
E. BRONSON, IS PREPARING TO PUBLISH, FROM THE LORENZO PRESS, "The Life and Pontificate of Leo the Tenth, BY WILLIAM ROSCOE."
CONDITIONS. I. This work will be elegantly printed in octavo, upon a new type and superfine woven paper. II. It will be comprised in four volumes of about 480 pages each. III. Each volume will be ornamented with an elegant copperplate engraving by Mr. Edwin. The engravings are portraits of LEO X. ALDUS, one of the first printers, LUTHER, and RAPHAEL, taken from original paintings. IV. The price will be two dollars and fifty cents a volume in boards. To such, however, as may choose to become subscribers before the publication of the second volume, the work will be delivered at two dollars a volume. V. The work will be put to press immediately, and the first volume will be ready for subscribers in a few weeks. The Editor is the only person, as he believes, in the United States who possesses a copy of this original, elegant and interesting work. This copy, which is in quarto, was sent out from England before the publication of the work there, and could not be sold in this country at less than from forty to fifty dollars. Considering the time which must elapse before the English copy can be imported for sale, and the immense difference in price between that and the proposed edition, the editor flatters himself with a belief that his will meet with liberal encouragement and a rapid sale. * * Subscriptions received at the Office of the Publick Ledger Philadelphia, August 21. 171
TO UNDERWRITERS, MERCHANTS, &c.
THE Subscriber, Proprietor of the Royal Gazette and Bahama Advertiser , published at Nassau, has been, and purposes to continue transmitting, by every opportunity, early and correct information to subscribers in Europe and America, of the arrivals, clearances, captures, and misfortunes, that may happen to vessels about these and the different West India Islands. As the procuring and forwarding such information, will occupy much time, and be attended with considerable expense—to insure this attention, it will be necessary that men interested in mercantile and other information, should subscribe with liberality to his Gazette. It is published twice a week, price eight dollars and a half per annum. One half in advance. SUBSCRIPTIONS Will be received in London, by the proprietor of the Courier; at Liverpool, by Messrs. T. & J. Moss, merchants, and the proprietor of the Mercantile Chronicle ; at Greenock, by the proprietor of the Advertiser ; at Dublin, by J. Wilson, Esq. American Consul; in Savannah, by the proprietor of the Museum ; in Charleston, by the proprietors of The City Gazette , The Courier , and The Times ; in Norfolk, by the proprietor of the Publick Ledger ; in Baltimore, by Mr. G. Douglass, and the proprietors of the American ; in Philadelphia, by Mr. C. P. Wayne, and the proprietor of the True American ; in New-York, by T. & J. Swards, E. Sergeant & Co. and the proprietors of the Morning Chronicle , and of the Daily Advertiser . ROBERT WILSON. Nassau, (New-Providence,) June 28.
BOOKS, &c.
Just received and for Sale by Bonsal, Conrad, & Co. Debates and other Proceedings of the Convention of Virginia, taken in short hand by David Robertson, of Petersburg. The Subscribers to this work will please to call for their Books. Mavor's Universal History, Ancient and Modern, from the earliest record of time to the general peace of 1801, in 25 vols.—Fleetwood, or the New Man of Feeling, by Godwin, 2 vols.—Buonaparte and Moreau, a comparison of their Political and Military Lives—The School of Reform, or how to Rule a Husband, a Comedy—Almanacs for 1806—Blank Books and Paper. Dec. 11. 1aw3w 942
JUST RECEIVED,
From Charleston, and for Sale at this Office, PRICE ONE DOLLAR, A FEW COPIES OF INDEPENDENCE, Comedy, in Five Acts, as performed at the Theatre Charleston, with unbounded applause, By WILLIAM IOOR, Of St. George, Dorchester, South-Carolina. October 4. 6t 186
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.