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Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

NORFOLK, Jan. l..
We are indebted to Gait. Barnard, of the
snip LlfaHhatf17, for London papers to the
18th Nov. whose contents are principaIly an
York.
Mr. GTiswold the bearer Of ,jisnatcbos
from our charge d'adaires in Loudon 70 the
secretary OF state, came passenger in the
Manhattan.
Bonaparte, before he left Holland, granted
sixty licenses for the importation of certain
articles from England.
New licenses have been issued in England
under the authority Of tho board of trade nm
the following conditions:
For exporting 12cwt Of sugar, permiss;on
TO import one ton Of wine.
For leo lbs. coffee exported-Ditto.
Tor one ton OF copper in sheets-Djtto.
And tor British cottons, cloths or wooIens.
20 the value OF 100, one ton of wine.
Licenses we're also granted for tho jmpor-
taioB OF grain from the Baltic.
The articles Of cotton, coffee, and sugar
mad advanced IN price at Liverpool and Gias.
gov.
Advices from Paris to the 9th rs Mo-, s,a
60, that matters between Russia and Frame
remain rs before Bonaparte has found r. 81.
pedicnt to permit the Emperor hIr1onder
to regulate his own trade for the present the
affairs Of Spain giving the former full em1lov-
ment. F'
The LiffIe Der has been found inf, for
the service Of government, and was adyer-
tised to be sold at public auction She is eta
tea to DC OF the measurement Of Aso tons
Serious disturbances have broken ON, i,
Da'matia, and tbs adjacent provinces. The
oppression OF the French government. had
been found insuppcrtable. ''-'
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
CONFIRMATION

W Ine dcJea1 q lhe Spanish Army zlndcr
General Blake
The official account of Cen Sucbet has
been received at New-York in French pa
pers. translated and published. 1t appears
that not less than 10000 troops under Suchet
and an equal number under Blake, were en-
gagged. The battle lasted seOen hours, and
was as bravely contested as any action has
been contested in Spain. The Spaniards
were ultimately defeated, with a loss in kill
cd, wounded and prisoners of s 500 men. The
prisoners amount to t639-23O of whom are
officers, 40 colonies or lieutenant colonies. 9
held-marshals, &c. The French lost i2S
killed, of whom 90 are officers, and 5e6 woun-
ded, of whom 40 are officers. The French
also took great numbers of cannon, musk cts.
&c.
After the battle, the French invested Sa-
Suntum, and summoned the Governor to sur
render. The latter being convinced of the
defeat OF Blake, capitulated without opposi-
ton. The cowmandant Andriana, superi-
or officers and 1872 soldiers, deiiled through
tho breach. laid down their arms and pair
OF colours, and were conducted prisoners to
Marvlero. Great quantities Of arms, stores,
provisions, &c. were found in the place The
prisoners taken in the battle, with those in
the city, amounted to7211, more than 5e9 of
whom were officers.
his is the most severe check the Spani-
ards have received in long time, and must
operate extensively in increasing that des-
pondency and detection which we're already
experienced By the adherents Of Ferdinand.
u The piece from Subscriber" re-
ceivcd just before our last MONDAYS paper
was put to press, cannot be inserted till an
interview with the author is obtained
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
--rz 0.& -
PHILADELPHIA. Dec. IS

Extract of letter from Mobile to a gen
tleman in New Orleans, dated November 1S,
The court of Spain has given orders to the
governor of Pensacola, to give up the Flori-
das as far as the river Perdido. This news
received to day from my correspondent at
Pensacola, dated the 18th inst. ! have also
seen several other letters mentioning the
same"
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
MAsu1Hc.rnrC,rv-I.

- ASH - Q 20 y " TX, January :.
Inc ileuse 81 Representatives have gone thro'
the details OF the Senat1's bin, in which they
have made no materisl alterations, except two
The regiment of kght atiiery is converted in
to ORDINARY artillery; and prcviso is inserted
that the officers shall not be commissioned for
more than siX regiments until sufficient num-
Der q men shall be raised to call for the APP
pointment Of greater number. The question
on the passage Of the bill 70 a third reading
will probably be debated tomorrow
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
January 18th, 1912.


A DVERTISEMENT.-The subscribers fnd-
ing it impossible to conductthcir business
to advantage, on account of the present com
merciai restriction, and seeing no probability of
providing themselves with an assortment of
Goods suited to the approaching season, hercby
give notice, that t!ey intend TO decline business
until the times become more favorable, and
that they will, until the first day of FebruarY
next, dispose of any part of their present valua-
bic stock of DRY GOODS, wholesale and re-
tail, at reduced prices, and on the 9Th OF the
same month, offer whatever may remain, with
oat reserve, at Public Auction
Among tho goods at present on hand is CAPT
tai assortment of Superfne Cloths, Cassimeras,
"A Irish Linens and India Cottons
HUBBARD & LYMAN.
January 9Th, 1912. (4wN
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
C1HcINvArL(Oj

Vt :. u "a I I, OHfV,-/ DEC. ~D'
Notwithstanding the peaccabe aspect of cur
affairs with the Indians, as stated in Mr.. John
sons communication of Nov 80, we understand
that 4 letter has been received from Mr.. John
son, OF later date by Gen. Whiteman. at yell
iow-spring, stating that Tecumsch had arrived
on the Wabash with several hundred Indians in
consequence OF which hc was drafting every
fourth man in his brigade
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
ETTZWHYLSON & POTTER have In,

w LNNtA LotJN @ POI IER, have lust
r received large supply of articles in the
STATIONARY Line, consisting, Of all sorts of
Writin~ Paper, Playing and Visiting CARDS.
&c. which, added to their former Stock, makes
a general assortment
They nave on hand Day.Books, Journals and
Ledsers, with and without, faint lines and pat.
ent backs, Record Books, Ladies' and Gentle
mems POCKET BOOKS, Pen knives, a great
variety OF family and small BIBLES, Greek, La
tin, French and English SCHOOL BOOKS, Law,
Medical and Religious BOOKS, Novels, PLAYS,
Poems and Miscellaneous Works.
Also, Concave, Convex and Periscopic Spec
tacles, with silver, tortoise shell and steel
mounting--Pen, and Pockct-knivcs, Back
CANNON Boxes, Chess men and Boards, Sword
and other walking Canes, Trunks, &c. 20. &c.
Book-bnding in all It's branches executed in
the best style. Orders from the country par
ticulsrly attended Co.
o. Wanted Boy Of tractable temper. a.
bout IL years Of age, as an lppreatice.
Dec. &c. ,v5v
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
G. o n G II f 8 s.
IN SENATE.
Monday, Dec. 80.

Monday, Dec. 80.
Mr. Bradley submitted the following reso-
luton:
Resoived, That the members of this House
will wear Grape on the left arm for one month,
III testimony Of the national respect and sor-
row for the unfortunate persons, who perish
ed in the city of Richmond in Virginia on the
night Of the 26th of the present mouth.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,.
Monday, Dec. 90.

Mr. Dawson submitted the following reso-
lutien-which was unanimously adopted -
RcsotIeS, Thatthe members of this House,
will wear Grape onthe left arm for one month,
in testimony Of the respect and sorrow which
they feel for those unfortunate persons who
persisted in the fire in the city of Richmond
in Virginia. on the nigh. Of the 2sth Of the
present month.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

O'Clock. to proceed from thence to the Church
| IN Solemn procession. In which they invite
all persons who arc so disposed, 70 Join them.
fth. That the citizens of this town will
suspend for this season, the several Assembly
Balls, and all other pnblic amusemen,s.
THOMAS seldom, Chairman.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
WASHINGTON CRY. December Al


The bill from the Senate for raising an addi-
tional military force, together with the report
OF the committee Of Foreign Relations propo-
sing an amendment to it, were yesterday be-
lore the House OF Representativcs in committee
OF me whole. Considerable debate took place
on the modification of the Senate's bill proposed
by the committee of Foreign Relations. The
amendment proposed by that committee, going
70 reduce the force to be raised from twenty
hVe to tfteen thousand men, was negatived in
committee of the whole, by majority of from
Is to 30 votes and the committee proceeded
to consider the details of the Senate's bill, un-
til the usual hour of adjournment.
The Court Martial lately sitting at Frede-
ricStown on Gen. JAMES W1LKINsoN has adj
Journed sine die, and several of the members of
IT have reached this city. The Judgment of the
Court, we learn, cannot be made public until it
shall have been stamped with the appreciation
Of the Executive.
Tho Convention of New-Orleans Territory.
after adopting the Constitution of the United
states and appointing a committee TO prebare a
cons, tuition, adjourned for a few DAYS TO afford
tine Tor communication with their consti
tucnts on this interesting subject A memorial
IS TO be presented TO Congress, praying for the
annexation OF Florida 20 the Territory
The following letter from gentleman in
Richmond, to NJ. Clay, Esq. a Representative
from Virginia, gives m impressive account of
The dreadful catastrophe which is more particu-
larry described in our subsequent columns
R1cHMoND, December 81.
SIR,
have tale Of horror TO tell prep,re 10
hear OF the most awful calamity that ever plum =
ged whole city into affection. Yes. all Pirb.
mond is IN tears: children have lost their pa
rents, parents have los their children. Yestor-
dag a beloved daughter gladdcncd nv heart
with her innocent smiles to-day she is in flea.
ven God gave her to nc, and God--ves. ;ibas
pleased Almighty God TO take her from me. O !
SIR, feel tor me, and not for me only; arm vour-
sell with fOritude whilst / discharge the
mourniul duty of telling you that YOU have to
1eel also for yourself Yes, FOR il must be toll
you also were the father Of sn am,a5ie dayri,,
Ter, now like ray beloved child, gone 10 Join her
mother in U0sven.
now can words represent what one nj -ht. one
hour OF unutterdble h0rror, has done 10 ovcr.
wheIm a hundred families with grief AMI dos.
par No, SIR, Impossible. Ny eyes bcbcid
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
CONFIRMATION

Of the surhrize oe a French corhs.
Gen. Hill, in letter to Lord Wellington,
dated Merida, Get. so, gives the particulars
OF his surprising a detachment of French,
whom he completely routed, killing csnsi-
derable number, and taking, as he supposes,
IL OF 400.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

WANTED, a few hogsaeade LcafTobac-
" co Cor shipping, for which BEST Morocco
SHOES will be given. Enquire for J. Jacobs.
LAT Ryan &Vilkins' Store T.. street.
ALSO. tcf sale, Case low-pricrd Lon
con Quil.s. l rrunl: English Goat Skins.
Red. (g,O
January 6.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
> January Q.


The commencement Of the new wear has
oecn siiroudcd in woe. Never did we wit
ness the return of this day with feelings so
paninl--so acutc--so overwhelming. The
saiutations OF the season have been forgotten
buried, as it were, amidst the sacred re-
iicts OF our departed fellow-citizens. The
scene OF calamity that enshrouds our sister
town in the habilaments of woe, has been felt
IN Petersburg-and if our coincidence in her
heavy atiiiction, can alleviate the pangs of
ner weeping citizens, it will afford US a me-
lancholy qualification.
put We feel too much to dwell upon the sub
ject, much less to ATTEMPT TO dclincntc those
feelings, which canRot be pourtrayed. More
than savage must be the unfeeling wretch.
whose heart is not agonzed, whose blood is
not chilled, on contemplating the misery and
distress which has befallen, not Richmond
alone, but the whole community.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

Agreeably to the resolutions of the Com
mon Hall, yesterday was observed bv the
people OF Petersburg as a day of humiliation
ana prayer. Divine service was performed
at the various places of public worship
there was very general suspension of bust
ness-the vessels in the harbor DISPLAYED
their colors in signs of woe-and our whole
town exhibited, in silence and detection, a
melancholy participation in the sorrow and
aihiction which have been produced by the
late awful calamity that has visited Rich
mCnd.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
ANNApn1r

ANNAPOLIS, Dec. 81.
The bill for taxing Bank Stock, which had
passed the Hogse of Delegates of this State,
was yesterday rejectedby the Senate--ycas
6, noes 7.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

IN pursuance of deed of trust executed
4 by Francis Howard to the subscriber, to
secure the payment Of nine hundred * thirty
FIVE dollars 81 cents, will be sold before the
trent door of the Bell Tavern in the city of
Richmond, on Monday the 9th of this month,
the following negroes, Joseph, Fancy, and
her two children Ishmael and ella; or so
many of said slaves as will be sufficient to
raise the said sum, and expences of sale
ANDREW STEVENSON,
Trustee
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

Government is hasty and precipitatc We
have delibcrated for years, and the conse-
quences os our deliberations must come. The
conclusion is important. bat it must be re-
qured. To be afraid of the conclusion. and
insult the GOODNESS of elaboration, is absurd.
All have said, why tarry SO long> When the
conclusion is made, let it be full decisive, and
involve all the hopes of the nation. Then we
live or dic.-EsSer Register.
a bill has passed the House of Delegates
of Maryland, taxing Bank Stock. The tax
is IS cents on every hundred dollars of capi-
tai stock actually paid in, on all the banks in
this state. The tax not to operate unless the
banks shall divide at least three dollars anAu-
ally On every hundred dollars Of their actual
capital stock.
JAMES BARBOUR, Esq. Speaker Of the
House OF Delegates. was on Friday last elect
ed Govenor of this State, to supply the va
c3ncy occasioned BY the death ct the much
hnlented George WIN. Smith, Esq.
ANDREW STEVENSON, Esq. of this CITY,
%ason Saturday elected Speaker ithe House
of Delegates.
Dr. HARE and P.RANDoLPH, Esq. have
been removed from the Cornell Of State, a.
Sreeably to the constitution, which requires
the removal OF two members OF that bI anch
II the governmentevery third year.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

EIFKSBrRG, dec. -.
ut meeting Of the CONNER nal Of Tie
Town Of PeferSburS. az tie Cou'1- House
Y said 1oTon, Monday tkc 30;G Decea.-
Der, 1911
The .fcito7yins' Preamble and Resolutions
secrc PROPOSED and agreed &c:
The Common Halihavins convened in t,ur-
suance OF notice from tie Mayor, to take
INTO consideration such measures as may be
deemed proper to express their deep sorrow
and coincidence at the great and dreadful Gu
iamity which has visited the City OF Rich
mond-to pay suitable respect to the me-
mories OF the deceased, & 10 sympathise with
their surviving friends and relatives Stroud
ed i'm mourning
ResotDed unanimously, That it be recon-
mended to the citizens ofPctersburg to sus-
pcnd their usual occupations on "Wednesday
next, III consequence of the late dreadful ca
lamity.
Reeotue6 unanimously, That it be recon-
mended to the people OF Petersburg, to wear
Grape Tor orc month, as a testimony of the
deep sense entertained for this wide spread
Ing affliction.
ResoIOed unanimously, II at thc Rev. An
drew Syme be requested to preach sermon
on TINS mournful occasion, on "Wednesday
next, at the Ncw-Brick Church, and the peo-
PIE OF the town are invited to attend Gil tina:
day.
ResolOed unanimousiy, That it be recon-
mended to the people OF Petersburg, to alb
stain from all public exhibitions or dancing
assemblies, for one month.
ReSotved unanimousiy, That VIM. Moore
John Allison and William Prentis be com
mi'tee tor the purpose Requesting Mr.. Synie
! 20 prepare n sermon, and also TO make pre-
paratlons for this solemn occasion.
Re&ot0ed unanimously, That the forego-
ing resolutions be signed by the Mayor and
published in the newspapers of this town.
WILLIAM MOORE, Mayor.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
,VgNHis day came tic pitts. by Archi5ald

This day came the pitts. by Archibald
IL Bryce, jr. their attorney, and on motion,
this suit is dismissed as to the pltf MARY Page.
ard the said Mary Page, Widow and relict Of
VIM. Page, decd. is by the Court ordered to be
made party deft. in this suit, and the pltfs'
bill and the answer of the deit Mary being filed.
and the defts. Robert James, Thompson and E.
lizabcth not having entered their appearance
and given security according to the act of AS
seiabiv and the rules of this Court, and it ap-
esring to the satisfaction of the court that they
are not inhabitants OF this state, on the motion
Of the pitts. by their attorney, Il is ordered
that the said defts. do appear here OH the third
Monday in March next, and answer the pitts
bill, and tina copy of this order be forthwith
inserted IN some newspaper printed in the City
OF Richmond for two months successfully, and
that another copy be posted at the front door Of
the Courthouse of this county
A Copy-Teste;
WIN MILLER e = =.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

The Ladies of Petersburg and its vicinity,
are respectfully informed, that in consc-
quence OF the late calamitous visitation in
Richmond, and Tie above proceedings. the
Masonic Ball, to whish they were Invited,
will not take place.
BY order of the Worshipful Master,
GEO. w. 'STAINBACK, Sec'ry.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
BANK OF VIRGTNTl:

yEE1E Directors have this day declared q
x dividend of six per cent on the Capital
Stock, which WILDE paid to the Stockholders,
or their legal Representatives, IN or after the
.Gth inst.
JOHN BROCKENBROUGH, Cashier.
january 5th, 1912.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

I'VE SEVENTH drawing Of the WILLIAM
and MARY College Lottery of 90 Numbers
viii take place on Tuesday the 9TH day Of Janu-
nuary ncxt.--somc Tickets are yet Cor sale.
SIMNON BLOCK
Dec. "A, 1871 ttdd)
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

ANDREW STEVENSON, Esq. of this CITY,
%ason Saturday elected Speaker CT the House
of Delegates.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

The Committee appointed by the second
Resolution Of the Mayor, Recorder, Alder
men and Common Council, have resolved,
that 10 clock be the time of meeting ON
Market Square on Sunday, for the purpose
OF forming the Intended procession.
January LIST, 1912.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

Robert Psgs. .Tames Page, ThoDtpso. VII
6arn, ( Eisa6eth his suife, e Eafhani-
el Perkins admir-. with the zyU annexed
cfWn Page, decd sohicI said Robert,
.fannes and Elisabeth, are atso heirs and
deoisees Of Hie said Nm Page, deed.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06
In coociAIad County Court. 2syd Novsns5s5. 1871.

In GoochlaAa County Court, 2Syd NOvsns6s5, ISL
Mary Page, .5ohn T,hpstoa and .sfare his I
WIFE, .3essee HODGES e Susanna his wife,
3anes Hodges, e Patty his sp:fs. Fran
els Clements, G Fam his zsif@, & Bifki-
am, Icssee, Reuben, sfOha {, A65ot Page,
Sshih said Jane, Susanna, Pattey, Far
hev, Wikiam, Jesse, Rea6en, .John ard
Abboi are heirs and deVisees Of EIiianS
PsSs, Decd Pitts
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

-, TY COURT, December 23d, 1871.
'paiker zfm6erlake and SALLY his 7gfje, Late
sally n, Strange, and Gidsofi n. Strange,
an pYanf u2iderfhe age cftzycnty- one gears,
by said Walker Tih,6erIake his guardian
and merit friend, (Which said Sally and Gil
deoh are children OF John Il, !Stiange, So
Nor, deceased, PR.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-01-06

The Island OF Sicily was in great CONNECT
on, the people and one party of the mobiles
being in favor of becoming province of G.
Britaini from the complexion of the accounts
before US, we are inclined to think. that Sicily
has become British possession bv this time,
st least, that the government has been taken
out of the hands Of the late rulers.
The enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1804-1815, 1812-02-27
COMMUNICATIONS.

Relating to OhUcr Pollock and Gen Georpc
Rogers Clarke.
The manner in which the names of Oliver
Pollock and George K. Clarke, have been
mentioned IN this paper, though highly no.
norable to them, may probably lead to q.
misunderstanding. W.
1t is we'll established. that the resources
OF Mr. Pollock and the genius and enter.
prize OF the celebrated Gen. Clarke, Sc
cured for Virginia and consequently for the.
United States as the transferees of Virginia
all the Country beyond the OHIO, including
the states of Ohio, the Indiana & Michigan
governments and protected the young set
Elements of Kentucky and Tennessee, from
the incursons of the north western Indians.
And it is in consideration of these services.
that the Legislature have thought proper.
to give to these meritorious men the pensions
| formerly noticed.
| But as relates to Mr.. Pollock, this is very
inadequate to his rights, expectations or
mcrits.-At the last session, Mr.. Pollock by
en.orial, made application 70 the Y ;iise &c
Delegates. praying that he should be allow
ed claim OF 1854 IS cents, with interest
due to him for losses sustained, i'm conse-
quence OF his timely and patriotic services.
| Upon the hnal question, GA members vc-
ted for the claim and 90 against il so that
although Mr.. Pollock was not so f.rtuna,s.-
as to convince majority Of the House, that
his claim was just, yet so respectable a
vote, followed by donation of $1,000 and a
pension OF l00l a year forlifc, Clearly shews
that Mr.. Pollock may entertain well found
ed hopes, of satisfying a much larger num-
Der of members at the next session, when it
is believed that lie will renew his applics-
ton.
Perhaps there never have been greater in.
stances of tie versatility of fortune than I'M
these cases. The time was when the miE-
tary renown and the command of the one,
and the resources and patriotism of the c.
ther, cStcnded the dominion Of their coun-
try oNera great and valuable district. Bue
now tl1ese meritorious men are elevated a.
Dove want BY pensions, but barely sufficient
for those purposes.
When the public benefits acquired by the
deeds OF these men, are weighed against
what they have received, or what may be
hereafter asked far, let it not be forgot
ten, thst they we're the authors of an ex-
tension Of empire, where ere long, there
viii be millions of people, in the full enjoy
| ment of all the blessings of civilization, I'M
der the beuignant smiles and protection of az
free and happy government.