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Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
ExrRacr-pATFp

WQahlRgf07l, Juky IL, 1907.
"The French, Spanish and British mi-
nisters are heie-(by-the bye Feronda is
here as the Successor, not charge des af-
fairs, OF Yrujo) to watch lCw the winds
blow.
Douglas with the Bellon9 and Leopard
still lie i'll Hampton Roads and continue to
stop every thing passing IN and out; but lie
has sent the Triumph and Me.ampus to
the capes, where they bayc been ined by
a trlsate and sloQp o war. His pIeps-
ratlons fer approaching Norf Tx are 10
doubt calculated to accelerate the execute
ON of any order he may receive from ads
miral Berkeley or his court
g From what heard IN private CONVEX
sation Erskine appears disposed to takG
airs on himself; those who see thes, pco-
pie say that his tone is nue. changed to-
the lofty sty,e, since young Fostcl ,. L turA
tom visiting their /iieAdS IN Me eaL
-IIlTCTQ.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

II and upwards formed in an uniform body
and Taught their manual exercise. I am
certain the American youth, if they have
one spark of the fire of 70 within their
bosoms will cheerfully come forward in
support oftheir country. must conclude
by spying that if the narrows was fortified il
would annoy the English greatly, for New
York is the first place they mean to land
at. | wish, dear sir, you would publish
this in your patriotic paper.
Yours, &c.
I. Has.
Excuse my not signing my name, for
If 1t was known would certainly be e;raL-
the gailows.
81 send tbis by young man who sup
pose viii drop it in the post-olfice."
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
Drugs & Medicines.

DGnii I'm. Sackridlr s. Co.
Have Uni, ia opened a general IS o,tment of
DRUGS & MEDICINES,
And grcat variety Of valuabls P4TENT ME-.
Ol~iNES. vbi-h they are degei mined TO seiE
on tea enable terms.
DARIEL WAZ SACKREDER eff rs his ser.
wee TO '"e eil%ens Of t;ichsino ard lis vici-
nity &C a practitioner Ct Fhvsic Surqery, &C. &c.
lie mas every reason 10 believe his professional
-e'vices will ba ssti,iacyot, 10 hose WAC will
hononar him With their conf ence
hichrn nd July 20h. nea y opp5sie Doct.
+ U.hce'A 1o-r
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
BOSTON, July Is.
SPIRIT OF rs RE-KrNDLEl

tINII Ut 70 FE-NINTLED
WHEN the Hon. Elbridge Gerry, ESQ.
1.-THE same Elbridge Gerry who signed the
declaration Of independence in l716) took
the chair ut the meeting of the citizens as
scmblcd ut the New State House, on FRI
day last, he addressed them in a strain of
eloquence and patriotism, which did honor
to his head and heart, and concluded with
the following sentence:
81 had hoped, at my period of life, to
have been able to have retired from poll
tics but at u crisis So momentous and intc-
resting to our beloved country, hold it to
be the duty of every citizen, though he
may have but ono day to live, to devote that
day to the public good
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
SALEM. Inlv 10

At numerous meeting of the freeholders
aud others, inhabitants of the town of Sa-
lem, holden i'll the courthouse in said Salem
the 10th inst. for the purpose of expressing
the sentiments of the town on the late out
rage committed on the flag OF the u States,
and to express their appreciation of the pro-
ciamdtion OF the President of the u States,
respecting the same, and their readiness TO
Cooperate with them in this, and any o.
ther constitutional measure they may adopt
for the prese Pvation Of peace, or the de-
fence of OUR liberties, and support OF our ma
tionai honor.
Col William u. Lee was unanimously
chosen Moderator.
A committee was chosen, consisting of
the Hon. Nm GRAY, Josehh Story, Jacob
CroViihshieid, BENZ. Pickman,jr. and nm.
Cleveland, Esqrs. for the purpose of draft
ing such resolves as they might think peril
neDt TO ihe occasion, to be laid before the
town.
The following resolves were reported and
unanimously adopted by the town
!. kesoiUed HHaHimDHsiy, That we view
with deep regret anil indignation the OUT
rage committed on our flag, by the British
ship of war Leopard, in violation not on y
of the amity due between independent
States, but of the first principles of the law
Of nations.
Q. Reserved unanimously, That we will
cordially support the government Of the IT,
States, in all honorable measures which
may be adopted to obtain redress for our
recent injuries, and TO prevent the repeii-
iion Of them in future and VIC pledge our
lives and fortunes 60 maintain our national
rights from all infringement
g. ReSolUed uHGnimousiy, That we viii
use our most earnest efforts TO carry into
operation, IN ali lawful ways, the Proclama.
tlon OF the President Of the United State.
issued in this behalf
BY order Of the committee,
WILLIAM GRAY, Chairman
JoHN PUECHARD, Town Clerk.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
BOSTON MEETING.

At large meeting oil the Citizens oil BoS-
toll and its vicinity, at the State House III
Boston, OH Friday the 1Oth day of July, 1907,
called in consequence of the late attack
made by tae British ship of war Leohard,
ON t.ie United States frigate CheStheake,
the Hon. ELBRIDGE GRRRY, was unan-
iinovsiy chosen Moderator, and the Hon.
PEREZ MORTON, Secretary ofthe meet
ing. The following gentlemen were cho-
gen committee TO report resolutions eX-
Prcssiye Of the sense of the citizens on this
MomcRtoUs occasion, viz.--Barn06as Bid
.s9eii, J,h'i Quincy .Ha,ans, Doct Cherries
Ja'-ViS, benjamin .dustiz, 1homfison j.
Skinner, George Bake, and Perez Nor
to'i who after retiring to the Senate Cham
Der FOR half an hour, returned with the fol-
lowing report, unanimously adopted by the
Committee.
Whereas it appears by Proclamation
issued by the President of the United States,
that a most wanton ana cruel outrage has
been committed upon the United States
fl Sate ChcSahceke, by the British ship OF
WAY, LcohG7d, N which our citizens have
been wounded and murdered, and the Gag
OF our nation insulted and violated.
And wereas il is the duty as well as right
Of the citizens OF a free country TO express
1heir readiness TO support the constituted
fol. national redress of an injury so barba-
roas i'll its nature, and sounprecedented ID
ats eXecutioa---Thereforc
Resolved unanimously, that the late ag-
gression committed by British ship of war
on frigate Of the United States, for the a.
vowed purpose OF taking from her by force
a part OF her crew, was wanton outrage
upon the persons and lives of our citizens,
and direct attack on our national sove-
rcignty and independence.
ReS0tOed unanimously, that the spirited
conduct of our feilow-citizens OF Norfolk
on the occasion, before the orders of go
vernment could be obtained, was highly j.
norabie TO themselves and to the nation.
RcsoiUed unanimously, that the firm, Dig
pifed and temperate policy adopted by our
Executive at this momentous crisis, is en-
titled to our most cordial appreciation and
support.
ReSoiUed unanimously, that with all our
personal influence and eXertions, We will
aid and assist the constituted authorities
in carry ing the Proclamation of the Prcsi-
dent OF the United States, in every par,
thereof, into full and effectual execution.
Resolved Nna7ii1I oKSiy, that although we
unite win our government in wishing most
ardentiy for peace OIL just and honorable
terms, yet we are ready cheerfUlly TO CO.
operate in any measures, however serious
which they may judge necessary for tine
safety and honor Of cur country, and vii
support them with our lives and fortunes
The Report was twice read and accepted
unanimously.
Voted THAT the proceedings of this NEE.
ting be signed by the Moderator and Sc.
cretary, and published in all the Boston
newspapers.
Voted---that an attested copy thereof b,
transmitted to the President OF the U. 6
and to the Committee of Norfolk.
ELBRiDGE GERRY, Moderator.
-igfcSt,
PERK8 MORTON, Secretary
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

AEY LIMBS /" C1mhstIaid county, Jine
~ on hppomst tvei, JOINING h. lands e
MtbIs William g Gcog2e lyWNo fhi- land
" "a ,a. e not sli,'o, to any lsnd d" Csn5er
lsnd comfy. OF James uyc,. it r.n.4ms gu
acres, one hat % winch Is ,C,Utd Nrh !ins
timber o. ;yery Us cr'fticn Thee is 90 tW' ia
decent dw cling he.,, ana Htv,su lour and
1--we hundred q. a0ng apfe ie,- &c shoes igUis.
One tr,d 81 TIE money vi be- ,gre.tsd n.u
,iiie is made thc o,hev ~, uirds ma Le divided
5tl ,wo anu pa meats. hr J man bskcr
D. mr. vs. .t4r SkpwiH VIII lie ibs AID -
any ls.sa4 y,slDE " become tu'c a.tr
kBANGls AR4E3s
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
SOME RETALIATION.

Last evening all express arrived at Head
Quarters to the Commander, Gen. Ma.
THEws, from Capt. SHEPARD. of the
troop of Cavalry staff med near the Cape.
The intelligence the express brought is
of great importance--it announces the first
act of retaliation for the outrages of the
British squadron.
The substance of the intelligence, as far
as we are informed, and our information
may be relied on, is, that boat with five
men, viz. two midshipmen and three sal
lors, was seen TO land on Thursday even
ing, on the east side Of the inlet the peo-
pie came on shore, and were fired at by a
detachment of Militia under the command
of a Lieutenant from KempSville They
retreated and took refuge IN the woods
information being given 10 Capt. Sheppard
of the place 20 which they had retired, it
was Immediately surrOunded.--In the
morning they were discovered, and surrcn-
dcyed themselves prisoners without resis-
tance.-T The boat end the arms on board of
her have been taken possession Of and the
men are now prisoners at Mr.. Lemuel Cor
hicks waiting the orders of the General.
About an hour before the above account
arrived, another detachment ofCavairy,
under the command Of Capt. TAYLOR, set
oil for Cape Henry.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
LOUIS WERCQ,

= ESPEorFULLy infom III public IN general
a. and ui5 su.tom-ss IN particular that he has
jsst received SOM god low prced BLLE,
CLOTHS suitable ~ CLOak5 and UNI
FORM LOAFs----- Aiso, SONS low p,ced
CAsSlA!ERAS.
iu.y 70 u
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
Positively will be Sold,
BY lie subscribers on the premises, on Tuesday
evening the Dist inst. =, 4 O'Clock.
Ihe Brick HnNce.

At present occupied by Mf hlex,n6ei P'sol.
wood. % by 50 fee, AMI 10, ~ Ground On
which !, stands, with from Of Ii6 feet m
the main ct lcajng IN -ouE1 Col Richard
Adam-'sva 'cy ext ming back Us le't Terms
Of sale made kn.wn or The ,'4y ot sale
Prose- s H0HcHIc, g. ~.
Rietmood, luIy l.. 1871 'l
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
BALTIMORE. July IS.

We have been informed by gentleman
o. credibiiity, that the Enquiry into the con-
duct of Capt. Barron, has been superseded
for the present, on account of the indispo-
sition ofCommodore Preble. Capt. Chaun-
Cey, who was 20 have been q member fthe
court for the purpose, arrived yesterday i'll
this city, on his way to New-York, whitner
he has been ordered, in conjunction with
Commodore Rodgers, for the purpose of
taking efficient measures for protecting the
port of that place. Eight or nine gun-boat,,
we understand, win be employed for the
defence OF that harbor.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

Baikimore, LlLu

Nh, Pechin,--In your paper of this morn
ing you state that New-York is to be de-
Tended by nine gun-boats. This is a mis-
take. The fact is, that Commodore Rod
gers will, in a very few days, have thirty
two Gun-Boats under his command, which
it is believed by that gallant officer will be
sufficient for the protection of that impor-
tant city sSainst any force except an inva-
ding army. s.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
NEW YORK. Inlv e.

At a late hour last night, we received
Paris papers co the 21st May, BY the ship
American P2ctet, but we are unable TO
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
WAsHINGTON CITY, July IS.

The pubic will perceive, from the SUBJ
Joined affidavit and letter, that there is
some reason to distrust the pacific senti-
nents of the British commodore, as set
forth in his conversation with Mr.. Taze-
well. The affidavit is copied from the ORR
ginal, forwarded by captain L, catur to the
Secretary of the Navy; the extract is from
a private gentleman of Responsibility.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

make any transiations for this mornings
paper. 'r,
The captain informs, that the French
and Russian armies were in sight of each
other, and a battle momently expected.
BY the politeness of a gentleman, lately
arrived from London, which place he left
on the morning of the 27th of May, we have
been favored with the following important
intelligence. The source from which it is
derived entities it to the highest credit.
Official intelligence was received in Lon
don on the evening of the Goth May, that u
sortie had been made from Dantzic by the
combined Russian and Prussan armies,
while s,0o0 men from Koningspurg had Ell
fected a landing on the Haa6; which led to
a very bloody and long contested conflict,
which by the French bulletin, is said TO have
cost the allies 10000 men-the whole 5000
from honingsburg were either killed or ia
ken prisoners. The loss on the side fthe
French is not mentioned. The names of Sc
veral OF tie officers were given, and the al
lies demanded n suspension ofhostilities fer
three days to bury their dcad--a part OF
which was only granted. The same &C
count, with the exception of two or three
thousand fewer killed, Was also received
from Denmark.
The next arrival from England will pro-
baby bring us the Official details OF this
event.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
"From Halifax, favored }
by Mr.. Johnston. 5
CONTENTS.
WLMRar,

ct am one Of those unfortunate men who
have been pressed on board British ships
Of war. ! am an American born---a ma
tive Of Ncw-York, and altho' ] never ex-
pect to get back again, still naturally
have a love for my country therefore
take this opportunity of letting you know
your danger. The British expect TO have
an army landed IN your country about the
middle of January neXt---Tbey have 1900
lads from the age Of Is 20 that Of IS cxcr-
cised daily---thesc unfortunate youths are
tobe sent along with the army. wish YOU
would follow their example in uie frs, in
stance and hsYc your youpg niyn eyea trom
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

Personally appeared before me, Stephen
Decatur, Jun commander of the naval force
of the United States at Norfolk, John Cum
bingham, "a pilot for James River and Nor
folk) and sweareth, BY the Almighty God,
that whilst he was on board the British
merchant brig, Young Susan, lying at an
Choir in Hampton Roads, the first lieute-
Inaut and master of his Britannia majesty's
ship Beilona, os II guns, came on board
the aforesaid brig; and that the lieutenant
stated, in the presence of the depoment,
that the Beliona, Leopard, and Melampus
were getting in order for coming up to
Norfolk-that the BelloEa had been ligh-
tened by putting forty tons of bread on
board the Triumph, and had shifted her
ballast from aft forward, for the purpose
of lessening her draft as much as possible.
STEPHEN DECATUR, jun.
JOHN CUNNINGHAM
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22
E.ctract Of a letter .trom Hamilton, dated
.JuiV 9, 1907.

"It appears to be the intention of COM
modore Douglas TO commence hossilities
Immediately. The Triumph and the Me-
lampus went out of the Roads Yesterday
afternoon, and came to anchor off the
Capes. Since they have been joined by
frigate and a sloop of war The Beilona
and Leopard arc still in Hampton Roads.
Commodore Douglas yesterday made ano-
Their communication to the inhabitants of
Noriolk-but which was returned to him
by the Mayor unopened"
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

make any translations for this mornings
paper. s"
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

lay before the reader the succeeding
letter, received yesterday through the me-
dunn Of our post-ofIice, as stated at the
close it is printed exactly as written. /
have no reason TO believe that 1t is an i'm
DositiOn
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

WE are informed that the Executive
have determined to direct Cen Matie,vs
to retain the FIVE British prisoners in Gus
tody, until the pleasure ofthe President OF
the United States, relative to Inc disposal
os them, shall be known.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1807-07-22

The following article is from the Anne
rican Citiseu. We. do not republish it
from any impression we have of the truth
Of that part Of the letter which states the
intention Of the British to send an invading
army into the United States infatuated
as the government of that nation may be,
they will not at this day commit themselves
bY such an act OF madness.
Berkeley and Jefferson intelligencer. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va.) 1802-1810, 1807-07-17
TAKE goTlcE

III IL. person. iude0sed 10 he snbscri-
~ Der. 81 bond, mote, Of book a..
count, are desired 10 make immediats
payment. Ashesis determined % sefss
lie an his aiFairs ID q Short time ~
possihle, those Who neglsrs this nasiees
need sexpectany longer Indulgence.
ALEXANDER PORTkRFlELUs
Martinsbarg, July ~. 1907.
Berkeley and Jefferson intelligencer. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va.) 1802-1810, 1807-07-17

been safely delivered, ana ,hss shere.
for, I presumed any other dispasches 81
! like Had would be treated II he sarne
way.-But upon his suhiect. 1 could
only refer him % you and your associ-
ases for i6formatieh. He then stated
.shat he would % day wsite ia answer 10
your letter, which BE lho1ld forward as
before, and l left ths thiP. Capt. Doug.
'lassgain repeating The substales Of what
I have already stated.
Frpnshe moment ! unprecedented The
Beliona 70 thar On which left her, my
treatment from Capt. Douglas and an
his oficers, VAS marked BY Is much a.
tention, politeness, and respect, as any.
gendeman ever received from others.--
My particular friend Mr.. James TAYLOR,
Jun. accompanied me on board the Bri.
1tish chip, for reasons that will ct once
sogeest themselves to you, when you
Remember the delicate and embarrassing
situation il which ! might Be placed
He renamed on board the whole time.
withme, and Was : switness 70 svsryi
thing which passed, Ihave read 20 him
this communication, sic, IN order 10 q.
csrtain if NY rcenflection was correct,
and he aesords with me ID every state.
ment here made. I Is 81 y N, &
have forwarded 4 copy Of this letter
70 the governor Of Virginia, and 70 the
Federal = Executive, bslieying thar Il this'
time i the dutyo fsvsry citizen 10 keep
his governu,ent asll informed 81 every
thing which may be useful
I an respectfully sir,
as& Your mcsE obedieit servant,
IN z J -. Z. w. TAZEWELL.
To RicHAkD 8. Lsr. Esq. Mayor
Of the borough Of Norfolk.
Berkeley and Jefferson intelligencer. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va.) 1802-1810, 1807-07-17

a. ga RsRiMsns gise j e1bta:ns, ~
isaftnanfs. = Epsigas, ND TO RAM
and Elk. n u 1. 5s 81 sss
Lem CT 1ltsye, rae So Rseinens,
remMassds Ne desarhmess. M, ce,,.
Imam spas ano;sg fhe Jtf,sf sfske officers
rho rendered their serpicss "a IL ffelds
On ,hs iate sisgu q md daring elarage.
BY 9 grnfissA1n wEo Isi Norfolk 81
Friday last, svf learn tkat mo 81 fle
sBrifish squadfo, tdse IN Hatson Rodds
and sveSs ns5p.l yine IN Lsnnhaptn Bay.a
q Cen Teaafhan Dayso,, srt OF 4 III,
days since fsr Richmsadi ii rfirYinia. II !.
order 10 i1pffs q tsial a. sbesdy 81 boss;-
De, upon The CHARGE exhititsa aes;nsi
him 5fhe &r1adj nry tiers. This tlos,1f
and eoisfafarg silbnassisn. and III os M
nnrgssivocdl assayaaees, Jnsf;fy fhe con.
picf;oa III ne minds b as Uerg nun,erous ]
Friends thar his actions and nof;pes hape
besnenfiyeiy nisnattysfosd, and siaf ske
yesntt b ~ fyidi uiR spipe a1uav epesv
i'apaidiion. y. Y. psp.
Berkeley and Jefferson intelligencer. [volume] (Martinsburg, Va.) 1802-1810, 1807-07-17

menace, 81 induced is sdopt any mea.;
sures except BY ! sense ot their periect
prcpriety Sedaced By tbe ialse shev be
J security, they may Be some .tines sur.
priced and slanEh tsrod while unpsepar-
ed 20 resist supposed friend. That
delusiye security however Is now pas
! ssd forever. The late, occurrence has
taught US 70 conlide our safety nolonger
toany thing bnt our own force. We
! do not seek hostility nor shall We avoid
il. We are prepared for the worst
which You may atlenpt, and win do
Whatever shall be Judged proper 70 te-
pei force whensoesef ycnf Efforts shall
render any act of ours NECESSARY. Thus
much forthe threats Of your letter, which
; can be considered in no other light. than
rs addsessedto .hs supposed fears Of our
citizens. s.
In answertothat part which = partica-
larly addressed 20 me, - The 6rst Judi
eial oficerofthis borough, I have basto
say, that you must be aware, that the
Judiciary ot no country. possesses any
other powers, than those conferred upon
them BY the laws.
The satns channels through which
you have derived 'tahs Intelligence stated
By yourself, must also have annoanced
you that the aet of whi,hyou complain
Tis an act Of individuals, and not OF the
government, lfthis net be wrong and
Illegal. ihe Judiciary of shisS country,
Whenever thecase Is Proper.y brought
! before il. will take care d ,lo is duty.
Atpresent they have no judicial ihfor-
NATION Of any outrage on their laws, add
Nhvrefore cannot act.
! ~ IL you sir, p! ease 20 consider thiAeact
i OF individuals as n measure '. extremely
hostile" and shall comrpsnee hos,ilit,s,
without waiting the decision ofoar two
governments. (aithough you yourself
acknowledge tha, n properly belongs 20
them alon= tn dssids) The inhabisan,s
Of Norfolk viii coalnfm 10 yoar example,
and protect the msrlvss az ainst any law
less aggression which may be made up.
On their persqns or properly: They
therefore leave il with ynr ,tei,her 10
Nengage in q war, or TO remain on. terms
ofPeaee,s until the pleasure Of our res.
fectxe governments shall .hs tnown. b
FL ThsSs the hnnof 10 be-. sir = s. =
Yourmost ooesiient servant, -.
r. RICHARD ENERS LIE, 4
8. ( ss..s Mdsor NE BosoHgh d, Nsrfoik,
To commodore q. Do0glas,
commanding his Britannic ma. :
jes,S's ship Bsilons, now ly- -
= Ing 10 Hampton Roads. -