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The Wheeling repository. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1807-1808, 1807-07-23

Within a very short time, between
sixty and eighty gun boats, fully equip
Ped,wlll be stationed at the most expos
ed points of the United States to repel =.
ny aggression that may be offered.
All the lieutenants in the navy and
midshlpmen are ordered to repair to
Norfolk. Those who were in this
neighbourhood have already set off.
"A schooner freighted with arms and
ammunition, left the navy yard two DAYS
since for Norfolk.
The president received yesterdav,and
again last night, dispatches from Com
modore Decatur, which state that Nor
folk was blockaded by the British squa-
dron-that they prevented every thing
from passing either in or out, and had
declared their determination to adhere
to this measure until the people of Nor
folk should rescind their resolutions
that the boats of the squadron were
sounding ahead, and the commodore
expected them up with the first fair
breeze, in which case he hopedto be able
to give them warm reception"
The Wheeling repository. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1807-1808, 1807-07-23
From Norfolk, 1une 80.

Yesterday afternoon we were gratifed
with the sight of four gun boats equipped
and under way for the defence of the
Narrows, in case any attempt should be
made to enter this harbour by the
British.
Too much praise cannot be given to the
spirit and patriotism of the captains and
aeamen of the port on this occasion.
On Sunday evening only, deputation
from the committee waited on captain
Decatur with 4 request that the gun
boats might be prepared for action.
At this time, no rigging was over head,
no sails bent, arms or ammunition on
board, but such was the persevering la
hour, and administrations of our seamen,
chat at four O'Clock they sailed, ready
'-ictuailed, manned, and in every respect
prepared for action, and under a cam
a4a'lder who will never be taken al a.
back, or shut his eyes at the SG1,aN.
July 1.-This day commodore Ste
phen Decatur, jun. hoisted his broad pen
dant OH board the L. S. frigate Chcsa-
peake, in the place of commodore Bar
ron. Caps. Gordon continues in com
1nand Of the ship"
The Wheeling repository. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1807-1808, 1807-07-23
NOTICE..

The Subscribers earnestly request
those indebted to them, to pay their re-
sPectlvc accounts, by the first day of
August next, otherwise suits will be
further notice.
hey have on hand a neat assortment
OF scaSonable GOODS, which they win
sell remarkably cheap for cash.
wy, SAM. & B. BEALL.
Wheeling goth June, 1907.
The Wheeling repository. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1807-1808, 1807-07-23

On the Sd Of July commodore Dou-
glass, of che English squadron, address,
cd letter to the mayor of Norfolk, de
claring that if the resolution of the Nor
FOLK committee prohibiting the commu-
ncatlOn between the British consu! and
the squadron was not sn.mcdiutehl an
7'H(led, he would not permit any vessel
70 pass IN to, or cut from, Norfolk; that
It Was III his power to obstruct tie whole
trade OF the Chesapeake; and that it
rested with the Inhabitants of Norfolk
either TO engage in war, or to remain
on terms OF pcace.-On the same dav
Douglass brought up his squadron, and
formed in line OF battle, within two miles
Of Hampton, and sent his tenders to
sound in direction for Norfolk. Com
modorc Decatur kept his men at their
quarters all night, experimenting an at
tack. 4 French friSate lying at Norfolk
offered to cooperate with Decatur. and
the two commanders pledged them
selves to each other not to strike their
colours.
On tie .fmM e %u'y the mayor re-
piled to commodore Douglass, inform
ing him that the American people were
not to be inundated by menace that,
scduced by the false shew of security,
fhey may sometimes be surprised and
slaughtered while nprcparcd 70 resist
The Wheeling repository. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1807-1808, 1807-07-23
Fr9m W0ghingtgn Gin, TuA, g.

"Mr. Erskine the British minister, has
arrlved--declarcs the late aggression
unauthorised-and is about to forward
an Immediate dispatch to the British
officer commanding at Hampton.
Orders have been issued from the war Of
hce to the governors ofthe several states,
making rcquisition Of one hunaredthou-
$H7d militia, to be ready to take the field
at moments warning, and authorizing
the acceptance OF volunteers. Young
men Of America rally round the stand
ard OF your country, and prepare your
selves in case ofnecessity, to overwhelm
with irresistible energy the violators of
your rights!
The Wheeling repository. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1807-1808, 1807-07-23
100 y

supposed friend, --but that this delu-
s!ve security was now passed forever.
lie then, In bold and decisive language,
makes the following declarations:--~T The
late occurrence has taught us to confde our
saGfety no longer to any thing bit our ozvn
farce. We do not seek hostiHty---nor do
70e aOoid it. NE are prepared for the
700rst y0umay attempt, 81 zviH do zuhat-
soeOer shall be jagged proper to rebel
force, 7ohensoeUer your eforts shall rem
der any act Of ours necessary"
The mayor communicated Douglass's
letter to the executive of the common
wealth. The executive council unani-
mously declared that the state was in
vaaed, and have accordingly called out
and put in motion the requisite military
force to repel any attempt of the British
to land. In the city of Richmond, one
troop OF cavalry, three companies of in
tantry, and two OF militia, volunteered
their services to march to Norfolk. Gc-
neral Mathews, the chairman of the
Norfolk committee, was appointed to
command the troops.
a sailor who got off from one of the
British vessels on the Sd of July, stated
that they had come up to demand their
casks and water; that the ship from
which he escaped, had not more than
month 5 water on board, though they all
had six months other provisions, and
that it was said on board the ships, that
II their demand was refused thew would
destroy Hampton; for which purpose h.
says they had put 81 FOUNDER on board
each of two pilot boats they had pur-
they had also fitted a number of
their boats & barges with q and 6 poun-
d-rs and swivcls, and had ordered
number of picked men to be ready to
man them on signal being given.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
FOR SALE.
sEVBH HUNDRED ACRES OF FIRs7 RATE
SOUTH VEST
MOUNTAIN LAND,

FORMERLY 4 part of the estate of the
late Col. James Madison, and living in
Orange county, within forty-fve miles of
Fredericksburg, and seventy-hve OF Rich
mond. The above tract of land is general
ly considered the best tract of hiyh land in
the county for tobacco, corn and wheat, and
will produce from ten TO fifteen bushels of
wheat to the acre without manure or any
other aid. There is sufliciency of mea-
dow land on it, and most of it reclaimed.
1t is under good fences, and in the course
OF tho year shall put on it tolerable
dwelling house and an excellent barn three
stories high, with stable in the lower one,
with wheatmachine on the Scotch model.
Another tract of LAND, lying in Am
hcrst county, OIL Harris's creek, within six
miles of Lynchburg, and containing FIVE
hundred and five acres, being part of a tract
formerly belonging to Col. Hugh Rose, dec.
This tract is considered of equal quality 10
any land, ina neighborhood generally es-
teemed the best soil for tobacco in Amherst.
Any person inclined to purchase the land
in Orange, Will apply to the subscriber re-
siding OH the premises; and for the land in
Amherst, to G. A. Rose, of Lynchburg, or
to MIR. Landon Cabell, of Amherst. Ne
groes lin families) win be taken in ex-
change for either or both of tho above tracts
of land. ROBERT II. ROSE.
Orange, April 9Th, 1907. SIN
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
Tobacco Land far Sale.


IN Amherst county, on Horsrey's creek,
500 acres of rich TOBACCO LAND,
formerly the property of MIR. Daniel War
wick, and known by the name of WIN
CANTON. This land has the advantage
Of lying of the main road leading from
Amherst courthouse TO Waugh's ferry on
3ames river, is valuable stand for a coun-
try store, with framed house for that pur-
pose, and sufficiently large, having two
Cooms below and two above s:aits. with n
good brick chimney, ard well undcrpinned
with brick also a lumber-house sixteen
feet square, with a cellar Of its full size,
walled up with stone there is also a Tav-
Tor and Saddler's shop and other ont hous-
es; likewise toleraGie good dwelling
house, with three rooms below and two a.
bove stairs, kitchen, dairy and other out
houses within a mile Of the store, suitable
for a private family.
This tract of land is only seven miles
from Bethel, where there is an insrection
q toDacco' and within eighteen miles Of
Lynchburg.
AS it is presumed no person viii be in
clineS TO purchase without viewing the
premises, they will be shewn bv Messrs
laliaierros 3 Loving, who live within
few miles OF Wincanton, and are fully en-
powered to make sale, and the terms of
payment may be known from them. as also
on application to
THOMAS GILLIAT. /
Eiehmond, June 18th, 1907. ids
= ne above tract Of land and improve
rents will be offered for sale NJ Ambers,
Courthouse or Monday the 1zth do, 81
August next (bcing court dav) ON a cged;t
oi one, two and three years il punctuaIlv
Paid, ifnot to carry interest from the Jayy
Of sale ''J
. deed Of trust will be required on The
premises, or satisfactory security for nunc-
tusl payment. W P''''-
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
Ten Dollars Reward.


DUN AWAY from the Subscriber, on
~ the 26th of April, Negro Man JOE,
and Woman named FANNY, but called
by the black people FANNY KENNY,
which eloped on the 18th of June. The
man is bright mulatto, about % years of
age, straight and well built, and has very
brisk walk, and is a very handy, sensible
fellow-about 5 feet, or 10 inches high
The woman is so light, that hardly any
person would take her to be siave-She
has blue eyes and straight sandy colored
hair, and if her skin was well kept, she
would be taken for white woman-her
right forefnger is of at the first Joint, and
has large scar on her left arm, OCCASION
cd by burn, and has very brisk walk,
about 20years ofage, and had on when.she
went away, white Virginia Habit, and
as they are Brother and Sister, il is likely
they will get together, change their names,
and pass as free people. ANY person that
will deliver them TO the Subscriber, i'm
Hanover county, or secure them in any
Jail, SO that | get them again, Shall receive
the above reward.
BENJAMIN BOWLES.
June Is, 1907.
N. 4. forewarneil owners or masters
OF vessels from carrying them off
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
Patent LOn-b6md Boots, Bootees,
and Shoes.
JOHN BEDFORD.
ILA ELP H1A,

= ESPECTFULLY informs the public
~ in general, and tore-keepers in par
ucular, that he is now prepared to supply
them with the above valuable goods, whole
sale and retail, on moderate terms.
.Shoemakers, also, may be supplied with
patent-riShts, on easy terms, which they
VIII Ind 1t highly their interest to obtain,
as they can, by this Improvement, make
four times the quantity of shoes, with their
usual number Of hands for example, the
usual work OF three men, is only three pair
OF common shoes per day whereas, i'm the
improved way, three men, with the assis-
lance OF boy, can make from twelve to
fifteen pair per day. Thus the advanta-
ges resulting from this Improvement, are
evidently OF the most essential Importance.
in the first place, three-fourths of the la
Dor is saved: in the second place, half the
leather is saved, Gor one pair of shoes,
made in this way, will wear as long as two
pair, made in the usual way) and, in the
third place, there is a saving of fax lat
the rate Of one pound, to twenty-four pair
OF shoes) they are also much more water
proof than the others, and easier mended.
These are well ascertained facts, prov
ed by actual experience. The patentee
therefore hopes, that an improvement,
fraught with such important public utility,
VIII rot only engage the attention, but the
encouragement of every friend to the in
tant manufactures of this country. 1t may
not be amiss to remark, that the Country
Shoemaker, in particular, may derive in.
calculable advantages from this improve
Dent, rs he can supply his customers in
one-fourth of the time he has usually de-
voted 20 that purpose, and have the other
three-fourths Tor the cultivation of his
farm, or other avocations.
Price of patcnt-rights, for the country,
100 dollars. For states, districts or towns,
in proportion. Applications may be made
to the Patentce, or to Mr.. Jacob Harrison,
Richmond. 3m Feb. 10, 1907.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
Notice.

THE Debtors TO the late firm of GIL
Il LAT * KIRBY are hereby inform
ed, that THOMAS GILLIAT alone is en-
powered to receive payment os the debts due
TO that concern. All persons having de-
mands against them are requestedto apply
TO Thomas Gilliat, and those indebted to
the firm are earnestly requested to come
forward without delay, and discharge their
respective debts.
For JOHN GILLIAT s. SELF,
THOMAS GILLIAT.
JAMES KIRBY.
Richmond, 25th May, 1907. 3m
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
NOTICE.

THE books, papers, and accounts Of the
4 late mercantile firm Of M'Credie and
M'Millan, Of the city of Richmond. being
now in the possession Of George Mere
die, one of the Adm'rs of John MsCredie,
deceased, who was the surviving partner of
MCrcdic and MsMillan. Therefore all
those who are indebted either by specially
or otherwise, are requested 70 make i'm
mediate payment to George M'Credie, or
make suclI other arrangement As NAV be
most conducive TO the interest Of the said
as well rs to tho debtors thereof
II is expected that due attention will be
paid to this notice, as it is desirable that a
close should be Immediately made of the
Of the above mentioned firm.
NANCY M'CREDIE, yHam'r.r.
JAMES PENN, , A.,
GEORGE M'CREDIE, IA" rs
Manchester, goth June, 1907. #
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
Fire Dollars Reward.

@ TRAYED or Stolen from the
~ subscriber on the 9th Of June, a SORREL
HORSE, blaze face, galded on the breast by
working in plough, left hind foot white. leht
name and tail, dook'd four feet ten inches hieh.
not more than SIX years old last spring, fine eve
trots, eanters and gallops tolerabe well, shod be
fore. Whoever will deliver the said horse to
the subscriber. living in ihe-iower eEd Of Hcnr-
co county, shall receive the above reward
DAVID WILLIS.
lune %. 1907. VA
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
FOR SALE AZ S. PLRASAN7s' gooK s1oR9-
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Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
FOR SALE.
W. tr0ct of Land.

In Powhatan county, containing between
nine hundred and a thousand acres, and
lying within two miles of the courthouse,
and on both sides of Fine creek. Thistract
ofland would be sold entire, otherwise laid
of in lots to suit purchasers. Any persons
inclinable to purchase, it is expected Will
first view the premises-any further de-
scription is deemed unnecessary. For
terms apply to the subscriber, living on the
premises.
SAM. BASKERVILLE.
Powhatan, Jan. 4th, 1907. If
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08

Messrs. Robert King and Charles Crouch
ron and Robert K,ng, James 7Hon,hson
and Thomas RaOenhiU, John Edie, Con-
{ rad Lamb and jPiiLiam Davidson, ere
Gators Of James Short, deceased.
TAKE NOTICE,
HAT / shall, on the eighteenth dAv of Iulv
4 next, 1907, proceed to take the deposition
OF Howard Bennett and others, at the Tavern
kept IN the town of Lynchburg by Mr.. Ward,
between the hours of ten in the morning and sun
set, to be read as evidence in two SUES now de.
pending in the Chancery Court for the Rich
mond District, in which am plaintiff and You
are the defendants.
June 9th. 1907. 4w
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
TAKE NOTICE
TO BE RENTED.

Ind Possession given in Zen days;
-FOUR large. elegant and connections
STORES, in the most central and bu-
sy part of this City. To them are attach
ed, elegant, airy and extensive accommo-
dations for the families of the tenants.
JOHN MAYO.
June 60. IT
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
NOe Dollars Reward.

CTRAYED or Stolen from the subscri-
~ Der on the 21st inst. two Mules, to wit
one black stud Mule, shod all round, with
a long switch tale, no other mark recollcc-
ted. Also one mare Mule, of bay color,
with the end of her tale cut off, only shed
before, believe rather poor whatsoever
will deliver the said mules to the subscri
Der in the city of Richmond, or give such
information so that get them again shall
receive the above reward.
JOHN TINSLEY.
Richmond, June oath, 1907. If
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
MAI liktSSt,S.

NAH be had on very short notice, MAT
~ TRESSSESo all sizes & kinds. agreeably
TO o,der, in the large corner white house, oppo
site the Old City Tavern, two square. below the
Market Bridge -REDS made {. MATTRES.
SEES rcpaired.--Horses TAILS &. NAMES
purchased.
Tno. 6. Peasants.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
IN COUNCIL.

April rs. 1907.
TOR the information of those persons who arc
entitled to lands in that part OF the state of
Ohio reserved by the legislature OF Virginia. in
their act OF cession, for satisfying houuties due
10 the othcers and soldiers of the Virginia line
on continental establishment; Il is advised, that
so much OF the act OF the last sc ssion of Congress-
as relates to the granting of further time for 10.
eating those warrants, be published by ,he prin
ter tor the commonwealth, at least once week
IN has paper tor three months; ami also once a
week Tor two weeks in all the other newsnapers
published in Virginia and in the district OF Co.
lumbia.
II is also advised, that the rules adopted by the
executive, in relation 10 the evidence 70 be addu
ced oy Claimants for military land warrants, and
TO the amount OF allowances to be made them
IN certain cases be in like manner and for the a.
oove periods published in the said papers--which
rules follows -
In all cases where certificate or military ser
vices is adduced evidence Of claim for land
b'unty, the signature of the person certifying
must be authenticated by his acknowledgment
before some magistrate. or by the affdavIts of
Two witnesses, at least; and where certincate
of the same nature is granted by person no,
conmandant of a corps, the same must be We
rhed by the affidavit of such person, accompanied
by certificate of his credibiIity from the court
OF the county or corporation in which he resides
or from some magistrate thereof.
I'd Amy officer or soldier who has served for
longer period than six years, is entitled to ad
ditonal land bounty in proportion to the time
which he may have served beyond the six years,
although the said additional service may fall shor,
of or exceed one year.
Extract from the Journals of Council.
DANIEL L. HYLTON. C2erk
Of tbe Council
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
FOR SALE.

Opposite Colonel Mayors 7ven BUILDINGS,
4th, Srd and 2nd proof Antigua Rum in
hhds. of the crop 18o5-Imported early
1906
New England Rum in hhts. and barrels
1 pipe very Superior Hollands Gin
Rye Whiskey in barrels
Loaf and Brown Sugar in Ditto
Coffee by the barrel or bag
Beef and Pork in barrels
Irish Potatoes in ditto, suitable for table or
planting
Potomac Shad and Herrings,
Stone Lime in large and small casks.
And general assortment of GROCE-
RIES, &c. &c.-which will be sold low
for Cash, good paper, or exchanged for
country produce, by
JOB GREENE
Richmond. 9th Nav, 1907.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
70 BE SOLD

Tor ready money. at Public Auction, on the
premises, on The 10th day of July next,
The Tract Of Land 81 Plantation.
7 the county of 'Henrico, wherein James Al
4 len now resides, containing Ivy estima,ion
three hundred acres, be the same more or less
By virtue of deed Of trust executed by the said
Allen TO the subscribers 10 secure the payment
OF sum OF money therein EXPRESSED, due 10
Nathaniel wilkinson, or so much thereo as shall
be sufficient TO discharge the debt and expense
OF the trust aforesaid On the land is a gen
teel dwelling and other necessary out houses, with
an apple and peach orchard of the choicest frui,
now in high perfection. The said plantation is
a desirable situation, lying on the north branch
OF che Brook, about eight miles from the city of
Richmond. Any person wishing to purchase
the SAID land ought to view the premises before
the day Of sale, which will actually take place
on the above recited day, between the hours of
IL and O'Clock
PETER W1LK1NosN. -.
Watson PATNoE, ''u''eeS'
June 18Th 1907 tlOJy
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-08
PRICES OF
Nails, Brads G Sby1gs.

MANUFACTURED at the Penitenti-
I've AIRY, and for sale by NICHOLAS
H!NLLAM, agent for the Commonwealth,
a few doors above the Swan Tavern, Rich
monl