Newspaper Transcripts
Some Selected Reports from the Bristol Journal
SATURDAY, October 5, 1776.
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MONDAY's POST.
PARIS, (France) Sept. 23.
THE accounts from Grenoble mention the following unhappy accident, viz. On the 13th of this month, at eight o'clock in the morning, the house where the schools are kept for the education of the children of the tradesmen and artisans, fell down to the ground just after the scholars, to the number of 120, had entered; 71 were buried in the ruins, and out of them 56 were dug up alive, though much hurt; the rest were dead.
LONDON, September 28.
ST. JAMES'S, Sept. 28. The King has been pleased to appoint Edward Bayntun, Esq; now his Majesty's Consul General at Tripoli, to be his Agent and Consul General at Algier.
WHITEHALL, Sept 28. The King has been pleased to appoint William Mathew Burt, Esq; to be Captain General and Governor in Chief of the Leeward Charibbe Islands in America, in the room of Sir Ralph Payne, Knight of the Bath ; and John Clarke, Esq; to be Captain General and Governor of the province of Senegambia in Africa, in the room of Charles O'Hara, Esq.----- Lon. Gaz.
Yesterday his Majesty was pleased to appoint the Marquis of Lothian to be Colonel of the 2d troop of horse guards, in the room of Lord Cadogan.
The Right Hon. Charles Jenkinson, Clerk of the Pells in Ireland, is appointed Masterworker of the Mint, in the room of the Hon. Sloan Cadogan, now Lord Cadogan.
By a letter from Col. Paterson, Aid de Camp to General Howe, to a gentleman in Dublin, it appears, that a flag of truce was sent to the Congress by the General, informing them that he had certain terms and proposals of accommodation to lay before them. The Congress returned for answer, that "they had a previous question to ask - Did these proposals come to America as a free and independent state, or did they not ?" General Howe returned his answer in the negative.
A letter from on board the Boreas, dated August 14, say, "The rebels have fortified New-York strongly, obliged the inhabitants to evacuate the town and dwell in tents in the country, and the armed rebels from Connecticut, Boston, and Rhode Island have taken possession of it, and more are encamped about two miles above, as also on Long Island, under General Washington."
Thursday the 29th ult. the Royal Exchange, Capt. Bowden, from Grenada to London, was taken in lat.40 by the bark Columbus, Abraham Whipple, commander, an American privateer belonging to Commodore Hopkin's squadron : she slipt out of Rhode Island the 3d, and was driven in again the 7th by the Cerberus man of war, which fired two broadsides at her, damaged her quarter, and shot of the head of one man, and the arm of another; she sailed again from Rhode Island the 10th, and took the Industrious Bee, bound to Glasgow, and the Esther, Captain Crump, from St. Kitt's to London, a few days before she met the Royal Exchange; these three ships are estimated at upwards of �30,000. sterling. The crew of the Columbus, which was very numerous, consisted of people of all nations; her sides, &. were painted black, and she mounted 12 six pounders, and 18 three pounders, which appeared to be French guns, as did the musquets and bayonets of the marines; they had likewise some- broad swords, which were taken from Fraser's regiment of Highlanders; these they wore as trophies of victory. The officers and crews of the prizes were taken as prisoners to America, but eight gentlemen who were passengers, together with their servants, were put on board a French East-Indiaman bound to Dunkirk, who meeting the ship Wentworth, Capt. Holland, from Grenada, off the Land's End, they embarked on board her, and arrived at Falmouth on Thursday the 19th instant.
Extract of a postscript of a letter from Quebec, Aug. 23.
"As Colonel Gordon, of the 29th regiment, who came out in the Lord Howe, but has since been made a Brigadier General, was about three days ago returning to his own camp from Gen. Fraser's quarters at Champlain, where he had been to dinner, a few miles off, in the path, he was shot by some Americans, who had crossed over the lake and waylaid him, and died soon after. The fellow that fired seeing the General coming by himself, said to his comrade he would now have a gold watch and a silver hilted sword, on which they stood up in the bush, and drove two balls through his shoulder. Their party was all taken the next day, except the officer, who cannot well escape."
Yesterday morning, at nine o'clock, the King and Queen, with the Prince of Wales, the Bishop of Ornaburgh, the Princess Royal, and the Princess Augusta, and Colonel Hotham, went to Mr. Hartley's house upon Wimbledon common, to see a repetition of the experiments upon the method of securing houses from fire. Their Majesties, with the Princes and Princesses first breakfasted in one of the rooms, the tea-kettle being boiled upon a fire made upon the floor of the opposite room, which their Majesties afterwards went into, and saw the bed set on fire, the curtains of which were soon destroyed, and part of the bedstead but not the whole; the fire burning more and more dead for want of being able to lay hold of the floor, and at Iast going out of itself. Their Majesties then went down stairs, saw an horse-shoe forged in a fire made upon the floor, also a large faggot lighted, that was hung up to the ceiling instead of a curtain; after which two fires were made upon the stair-case, and one under the stairs, all which burnt out quietly, (as usual in these experiments') without spreading beyond the place where the fuel was first laid. Their Majesties gave the greatest attention to every experiment that was made, and expressed the utmost satisfaction. The whole was concluded by lighting a large magazine of faggots, pitch, and tar, in the same room which had undergone this trial twice before; once when these experiments were first shewn to his Majesty, and afterwards, when they were shewn to the city of London. It burnt out now, as it had done before, with amazing fury, but had no effect at all upon the room over. Their Majesties, the Princes, and the Princesses, went up there while the room below was burning with the greatest violence.
This day a common-hall was held at Guildhall, for the nomination of two persons to be returned to the court of Aldermen for their approbation of one of them to be Lord-Mayor for the ensuing year; when Sir Tho. Hallifax and Sir James Esdaile, Knts. were nominated; and the court were pleased to make choice of Sir Tho. Hallifax.
At the same time Mr. Alderman Thomas was chosen by the common-hall to serve the Office of Sheriff in the room of Mr. Alderman Wooldridge, who is excused from serving the said office.
After this, Mr. Alderman Wooldridge came forward, and with a manliness, as well as with a modesty, which made the deepest impression on the Whole Hall, addressed the Livery to the following effect :
"Gentlemen,
WHEN I addressed myself last to you from this place, I requested your acceptance of my humble and honest thanks for the high honour conferred on me, in the important trust to which you were pleased to call me, by chusing me one of your Sheriffs for the ensuing year. I accepted that high office in a confidence, which has never failed me, of the integrity of my resolution to execute it with the utmost fidelity and regard to your rights and interests; and with a diligence and circumspection which might in some measure compensate for my want of ability.
"I made you those acknowledgements with an entire sense of the difficulties which might attend the execution of that important office, in the then alarming, and every day once more alarming and critical situation of public affairs.
"I did not, I could not, then foresee that the public calamity should so affect me in my private situation, as in any so to render my serving that office doubtful in point of propriety or effect. I do not, Gentlemen, intend to detain you by entering at all into my particular situation, further than boldly to affirm, that whatever difficulties are attendant on it, arise not from any fault of mine, but solely from the general, and let me say, most unhappy condition of the empire at large. I have early felt the bad effects of that condition; may others feel it very late, or rather, may they, under the guidance of a more favourable Providence never feel it.
"It has been suggested to me from very respectable authority, that I might even now serve the office with equal honour to myself, and equal good effect to you, but in a way not usual, not generally understood to be consistent with the dignity and just grandeur of this great City.
"Gentlemen, I hope I have firmness of mind, I [..]ter myself that I do not without courage to discharge my duty to you, and to serve you under any difficulty, or in the face of any danger (I trust in God my life will prove it); but I have not confidence enough, though supported, as I have said, by very respectable opinions, to make any striking deviation from the long, and, perhaps wisely established exterior of the office.
"Thus circumstanced, I made the necessary application to be excused from serving as one of your Sheriffs for the ensuing year; and in compliance with my request, I have met that justice and honour which my knowledge of the candour and equity of my fellow-citizens had encouraged me to expect.
"Gentlemen, I have thus shortly laid before you my conduct, and the motives by which I was influenced. I do, and ever shall, hold myself accountable to you for my public conduct. From your candour I look for excuse on this occasion; may I, without presumption, add, for your approbation ? From that approbation I shall trust again to receive that honour and confidence which the unhappy influence of public causes upon private life makes it, according to my best judgment, prudent to decline for the present
I have taken the liberty to mention to you, that I have not been without encouragement to serve the office of Sheriff, even under my present circumstances. That explicit manner which I shall ever preserve to you, induces me to tell you that I have been advised to resign my Alderman's gown, and thus abandon every thing to which the favour of my fellow citizens has raised me, and every power of shewing my gratitude to them, by an active, disinterested, and zealous exertion in their service.
"This I have postively declined; I have already assured my respectable and much-esteemed constituents that I should continue to serve them with the utmost zeal and fidelity as their Alderman. I take this more public opportunity of making the same declaration, and of assuring you, Gentlemen of the Livery, that however circumstanced, (whether feeling private inconvenience from public misfortune, or, may it soon be our better lot, every one sharing in the happy effects of the fortunate return to our former prosperity) you shall find me upright, zealous, and indefatigable in your service."
Yesterday between three and four o'clock a single highwayman, well mounted on a bay mare, slopped Mr. Grey, copper-smith, of Princess-street Ratcliff-highway, on Fair- Mead Bottom, and robbed him of upwards of �50 after which he returned ten guineas, at the same time said he was a tradesman in distress, and that he wanted �40 which sum would save him from ruin.
Yesterday, about three o'clock in the afternoon, some ladies in a carriage were stopped on Finchely-common, by two highwaymen, who were soon after pursued by a Publican, of Brown's Well; they rode at a great rate down Caen Wood, where being closely pushed, one of them quitted his horse, and concealed himself for a short time in a hedge, among the sand pits; but on the landlord and his assistants declaring loudly, If the offender would come out like a man he should not be hurt, the robber made his appearance, and was taken into custody. A crape, some powder and ball, and a pistol, were found upon him. He was examined before Sampson Wight, Esq. when he proved to be James Dover, a Trinner [?], who was a short time since tried at the Old-Bailey, for robbing a person near the Brick-fields at Holloway, on which he was committed to New Prison. His companion escaped by the swiftness of his horse.
M. Fourcy, a silversmith in Paris, a short time since had his house broke open by two villains, who after robbing him of a great quantity of silver spoons, knives, &c. &c. most barbarously murdered him and his daughter, a girl about ten years of age, who for a considerable time, being armed with a couteau de chosse, defended herself against these inhuman villains, after they had executed their bloody purpose upon her father. The names of these atrocious offenders were Fahay and Jean; and they were traced to Dunkirk, it is supposed they are now in London. A particular description of their persons has been sent by the Marechausse at Paris to Sir John Fielding.
THURSDAY's POST.
From the LONDON GAZETTE,
WHITEHALL, Sept. 29
THE following letters from Vice-Admiral Lord Howe, and General Howe, to Lord George Germaine, brought by the Sandwich Packet from Staten Island to Falmouth in 37 days, were this day received.
Copy of a letter from Vice-Admiral Lord Viscount Howe, to Lord George Germaine, dated Eagle, off Staten Island, August 11, 1776.
"My LORD,
"Conceiving it of the utmost importance in pursuit of the objects of the special Commission with which I had the honour to be charged by his Majesty, that the Colonies in rebellion should have the earliest information of his Majesty's most gracious intentions, with respect to the restoration of peace, and the granting of pardons to such of his Majesty's subjects as, by a speedy return to their allegiance, might deserve the royal mercy; I thought proper, in the course of my voyage, to prepare a declaration to that effect, together with a circular letter addressed to the Governors, or, in their absence, the Lieutenant Governors or Chief Magistrates of the respective Colonies; copies of which I have the honour to inclose to your Lordship, No.1 and 2.
I had little expectation that these letters and declaration would reach the hands of his Majesty's Governors.-- My object was that they should be circulated as much as possible throughout the Provinces; and I hoped to have found an opportunity of landing them soon after the time of their date, by means of some vessel I might meet with upon the coasts; but no opportunity offered 'till I arrived off the harbour of New-York on the 12th of last month, when I dispatched the first Lieutenant of the Eagle to Amboy, with those intended for the Colonies to the Southward of New-York, directing him to deliver them to any person who might appear in authority, and to desire they might be forwarded by the post."
The inclosed printed paper, No. 3, which came accidentally to my hands, will inform your Lordship of the resolution of the General Congress, upon the receipt of the above-mentioned packets, which it seems were transmitted by Mr. (called General) Mercier, the commanding officer at Amboy, to Mr. Washington at New-York, and by him to the Congress.
Captain Burnaby, in the Merlin sloop, was charged with the packets for the colonies of Massachusetts's Bay, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New Hampshire, and directed to land them at Rhode Island. On the 28th of last month he returned, with a letter to me from Mr. Cooke, acknowledging the receipt of my letter and declaration, and acquainting me that he had communicated "them to the General assembly of that State," then sitting at Newport, who would transmit copies of them to "the most Honourable the General Congress of the United States of America, to whom every application ought to be addressed, and must be referred.' A copy of Mr. Cooke's letter to me is inclosed, No. 4.
As the issuing the above mentioned letters and declaration is the only measure I judged necessary to take before I could have a conference with General Howe, I have nothing further to add in this separate dispatch, but my hopes of being informed by your Lordship, that my conduct is honoured with his Majesty's approbation, I have the honour to be &c. HOWE."
[Lord Howe's Circular Letter and Declaration, and also the Resolution of the Congress, (which are the papers No. 1, 2, and 3, referred to in the above letter) were all inserted in our last paper.] The following is a copy of the paper No. 4. above referred to :
Rhode Island, Providence Plantations, Newport, July 21, 1776.
"My LORD,
"I am favoured with your Lordship's letter of the 20th of June last, inclosing your declaration; I have communicated them to the General Assembly of this state now sitting here; and, at their request inform your Lordship, that they will transmit copies of them to the most Honourable the General Congress of the United States of America, to whom every application respecting the dispute's between the said States and Great-Britain ought to be addressed, and must be referred. I have the honour to be, with great esteem and respect,
My Lord,
Your Lordship's most obedient humble servant,
(Signed) NICH. COOK"
Addressed, On the Public service,
To his Excellency Lord Viscount Howe, Admiral of his Britannick Majesty's Fleet, &c. on board the Eagle:
Copy of a letter from Gen. Howe to lord George Germaine, dated Head Quarters; Staten Island, Aug. 15, 1776.
"My LORD,
"I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your Lordship's dispatches of the 11th and 12th of June, by the Halifax packet arriving here the 11th instant.
On the 12th the two fleets, under convoy of Commodore Hotham, and the Repulse, met off this harbour and came in together; the Guards and Hessians on board are reported to be very healthy. The camp equipage is also come, and no time will be lost in proceeding upon the operations of the campaign.
Lord Dunmore and Lord William Campbell arrived yesterday from the Southward, with Sir Peter Parker:
Being anxious to send off this packet, I defer being more particular until the next departure.
I have the honor to be, &c.
WILLIAM HOWE
LONDON, Oct. 1.
The following accounts are taken from the American papers, (viz. Boston and New Hampshire Gazettes) brought by the Princess Royal Duthies, from Halifax :
PHILADELPHIA. By a letter received from Virginia we have an account, that Archibald Govan's vessel, with a number of Scotch passengers, were stopped, and the property secured, consisting chiefly of specie, said to the amount of �50,000. which, if condemned, will be a good reprisal. The vessel will, I suppose, be returned to Govan as American property; but the money, being intended for the Scotch, will certainly be condemned: Several persons of rank in Urbana have been taken up on suspicion of holding traitorous correspondence with Lord Dunmore. Ralph Wormly, Esq; junior, formerly one of the Governor's Council, is amongst them, and he was sent to Williamsburg under a party of fifty men; after that proper persons had been appointed to take an inventory of his estate and effects.
The following, we hear, are the resolutions agreed to at Savannah, in Georgia, they are resolved that all their shipping and capital shall perish in a noble conflagration, rather than fall into the hands of their enemies.
In the COUNCIL of SAFETY.
For the Safety of this Province, and the Good of the United Colonies, it is unanimously resolved,
THAT the houses in the town of Savannah, and the hamlets thereto belonging, together with the shipping now in our port, the property, or appertaining to the friends of America, who have associated and appeared, or who shall appear in the present alarm to defend the same, and also the houses of widows and orphans, and none others, be forthwith appraised.
That it be considered, as a defection from the cause of America, and a desertion of property, in such persons who have and shall leave the town of Savannah, or the hamlets thereto belonging, during the present alarm ; and such persons shall be precluded from any support or countenance towards obtaining an indemnification.
That it be incumbent upon the friends of America in this province to defend the metropolis, as long as the same shall he tenable.
That rather than the same shall be held and occupied by our enemies, or the shipping now in the port of Savannah taken and employed by them, that the same shall be burnt and destroyed.
That orders shall be issued to the commanding officer, directing him to have the foregoing resolutions put in execution.
A true copy from the minutes.
ED. LANGWORTH, Secretary.
PHILADELPHIA, July 19. We hear that the Congress have determined to augment their army to 70 or 75,000, whereof 20,000 are to be stationed here, 10,000 in the Jerseys, and 20,000 to go to Canada.
CHARLES-TOWN, Aug. 24. This morning arrived here from a cruize from the West India islands, that brave officer, Rear Admiral Avery. It is with great regret we mention, that in consequence of an engagement with the: English ship of war, the Antelope, Admiral Gayton, commander, that he was obliged to have his left arm cut off, it having been terribly wounded in the above action.
Extract of a letter from Boston, Aug. 13.
"There have been great changes in this province in choosing of representatives, and several have resigned their seats at the Council Board, whether through fear, lest the King's forces should prevail, or, be brought over to the King's interest, as the common people say, I know not, but the following Gentlemen have resigned their seats at the Council Board: - The Hon. James Otis, John Adams, Jedediah Foster, Enoch Freeman, Charles Chauncy, Joseph Palmer. - Every thing is very dead in this town, and as soon as I can dispose of my goods I shall leave this country for Old England. Most of the troops that were here are drawn off to other parts, and the present garrison is but small."
Extract of a letter from Montreal, Aug. 13.
"In less than three weeks the whole army will be ready to cross the Lake. Burgoyne is as active as it is possible for man to be. Carleton is now at Quebec, though daily expected here to take the command of the army. We have given over attempts to move the vessels across the land to the lakes; but in lieu of them we have nearly ready (they will be compleat in a fortnight) two armed vessels, of 14 and 12 guns, with a gondola, of four large cannons, several rafts, with our heavy artillery, and a number of batteaus, with one four-pounder in each row. We are informed by our scouting parties, that the rebels have forsaken Crown Point, though it is supposed they intend making a stand at Ticonderago."
Extract of a letter from Halifax, Aug, 13.
"We hear from undoubted authority, that two thousand Highlanders under the convoy of three frigates, and three armed schooners, on a new construction for drawing the least quantity of water, have been dispatched by General and Lord Howe up the Bay of Fundy, to penetrate by that side into New-Hampshire government; and that Col. M'Lean, with 3000 of the lower country militia of Canada, and 600 Indians, are on full march to join that body of Highlanders at the head of the river St. John's, and co-operate with them."
Extract of a letter from Lisbon [?].
"Two American privateers , the one of [�.] other of 24 guns, have taken seven ships, belonging to this port, and carried them off, because the Portuguese would not suffer American vessels to carry on any traffic in the Tagus."
Extract of a letter from Corke, Sept. 30.
"The brig Polembert, arrived here from Limerick, says, that on his passage off Cape Clear, he was brought to by an American privateer, which, after enquiring whence be came, and whither bound, suffered him to go. It is supposed this privateer has chosen that station, in order to pick up some of the homeward West-Indiamen, in their course to Bristol, Liverpool, Lancaster &c. it being common with them to make either Mizen-Head, or Cape Clear, and to run along the Irish Coast."
They write from Dublin, that the political manoeuvre of the American Congress, in releasing the Irish ship, had very far from its desired effect; the loyal Hibernians looking upon themselves as insulted by the Provincials; first by the rebellion carrying on by them against the Sovereign of the whole British dominions, of which Ireland forms no small part; and secondly, in being imputed by the Continental Congress ; a nation weak enough to be seduced by their insidious machinations, to join the standard of the most wanton rebellion; so that, instead of thinking themselves obliged by their late compliment, they are in return about fitting out several privateers, by public subscription, in order to cruize against Commodore Hopkins, and the rest of the American privateers.
A letter from Staten-island, dated Aug. 16, says, that the Provincials had sent three formidable floating batteries up Hudson's river, in order to attack the two men of war, and the man of war's tender; the British tars, unaccustomed to turn their backs on the foe did not endeavour to avoid them, but immediately prepared to engage this powerful force, (which consisted of near a thousand men in each battery) and after a but smart engagement, sunk two of them, and every soul perished ; the third was rowed nearer to land, the men left her, and saved themselves by swimming, the men of war took possession of the battery, and afterwards burnt two guard-houses on the shore.
The Virginians have made a very abundant crop of wheat, and have planted a larger quantity of tobacco than Iast year; but they are likely to suffer much by the failure of their crop of Indian corn, owing to a great drought and excessive warm weather.- They are made to believe that the people in Britain are in great distress for want of grain; which would fetch them an immense price in the fall.
The American Congress have lately created several new titles, or marks of distinction, to which are allotted certain tracts of land, or other pecuniary advantages.
By the New York packet, which arrived on Sunday morning! and left Sandy-Hook the 20th of August, we have the following authentic Intelligence: That the reason of the troops not joining sooner was. owing to the ships which had the Hessians on board having all put into Nova-Scotia: that all hopes of accommodation are now at an end: that the troops were plentifully supplied with provisions of all kinds, especially vegetables and that they were in high spirits, and impatient to give the rebels battle. By the returns it appears that they have only 60 sick men in the fleet and army.
It is said, that the Congress have given orders to their ships, to make prizes of all Portuguese vessels which they meet with, considering his most Faithful Majesty's diploma as a declaration of War.
The Virginians have driven Lord Dunmore out of his entrenchments at Portsmouth; before they left it, they burnt fifty or sixty sail of small craft. The Convention of that colony have determined to take 2000 Indian warriors into their service, and have appointed a person to treat with the neighbouring Indian tribes for that purpose.
Advices from Maryland says, "It is the general opinion, that war will be declared against all European maritime powers, who reject our trade and alliance; and that we shall lay the obstinate under annual contribution, according to the practice of the African States."
Lord Dunmore's estate in Virginia is new publickly to be sold, with several others in that and the other provinces.
The Cerberus, while cruizing off Rhode Island, has taken 18 sail of vessels, and burnt them in sight of the harbour; and being a remarkable fast sailer, harrasses the American shipping more than any frigate on the coast.
The Americans are said to have four squadrons of ships of war at sea, viz. one under the command of Commodore Brice in the American seas; one under the command of Commodore Hopkins in the Gulph of Florida; another under the command of Vice Admiral Pickerington, stationed off Philadelphia; and one commanded by Rear Admiral Avery in the West-Indies.
The Princess Royal, Capt. Duthie, from Jamaica, that was taken by the Provincials, and retaken by the Milford man of war; and carried into Halifax, is arrived at Dover; the Captain of her was detained by the Provincials. Upwards of 70 per cent. insurance has been given upon her.
The George, Boog, Annabella, Walker, Crawford, M'Lean, Oxford, Stewart, Ann, Dennison, and Lord Howe packet, transports, from Clyde, bound for New York, with troops, are all taken by the American privateers.
The Freedom, Wallace, from Grenada, is arrived in the River, after being taken by the Independent Privateer.
The Maria, Hall, from St. Vincent's, for London, which sailed without convoy, is taken by the Provincials.
The Nevis, Coffin, from Nevis to London, that was taken by an American privateer, is re-taken, and arrived at Halifax.
The Dove, Cunningham, from St. Eustatia, and the Piccary, Cleaveland, from Tobago, for London, with sugars, are both taken by the Provincial Privateers.
The Devonshire, Foster, from Antigua to Ireland, which was taken by an American privateer, has been retaken by the Liverpool frigate and carried into Halifax.
The Malaga, Chase, a transport to New-York, having parted from her convoy, on the passage met an American vessel laden with flour, lumber, &c. bound from Philadelphia to Martinico, which the transport took, and carried with her into Halifax.
The transports from Quebec are to sail to England, under convoy of the Isis man of war, the 12th of October.
Extract of a letter from Paris, Sept. 20.
A second Hail Storm has happened in the Bourbonnois, by which more than sixty Parishes have been destroyed. The Elections of Moulins and Montlucon have particularly suffered, and the Damage is estimated at more than a Million of Livres. The Roofs of all the Buildings in the above Elections are demolished by the Hail Stones, some of which weighed 7 Pounds.
Yesterday, after a third Examination of near four Hours, before the Right Hon. the Lord Mayor, at Guildhall, Mr. Arnold, an eminent Wine-Cooper, was committed to take his Trial at the Old-Bailey for a Rape committed upon the Body of his Maid-Servant. - A Cloud of Witnesses appeared upon this Occasion. - The Prosecutrix swore postively to the Perpetration of the Fact, and related Circumstances highly aggravating.- Three eminent Surgeons attended, and a Midwife, and several Female Friends to the Prosecutrix, the Prisoner in his Justification deposed, that he had been long intimate with her previous to the Time of the Transaction in Question.
Tuesday Iast the following melancholy accident happened to a wealthy farmer's daughter of Little Canfield, Essex. Her sweetheart coming to see her before he went home from shooting, presented his fowling piece to her breast, which by some accident went off, and killed her on the spot. They were to have been married at Dunmow church last Sunday.
SATURDAY's POST.
LONDON, October 3.
THE Empress of Russia has consented to lend his Majesty 24,000 of her best troops for the service of the next Campaign in America, all of which are to be embarked by the 3d of April, 1777. This treaty is solemnly ratified by both nations.
A correspondent observes, that all hopes of an accommodation with the Colonies, or rather with the Congress are vain and delusive :- It is not in human nature, that men who are Lords of a great empire, should voluntarily resign their power, and sink to the condition of private citizens.- As well might the minority expect administration to surrender voluntarily to them the strong holds of government, with all the salaries and pensions :- Or as well might administration expect the minority to give. up their opposition, and abandon all hopes of places or pensions: every idea of a reconciliation is vanished, and no alternative now remains but to conquer America entirely, or to relinquish it for ever!
We are informed that it was thought impracticable for the forces under General and Lord Howe to make any attempt against New-York before the first week in September, as the troops, with the artillery, baggage, and every necessary could not be disposed for an attack, supposing they make good their landing, in less than a fortnight or three weeks, according to the accounts of good Officers, who have seen service, and should be judges.
The private Intelligence received by Government from the Howes, is said to be neither more nor less than this :-That they had fixed upon the 21st of September for the attack of the Provincials Lines and Entrenchments before New-York; that all their military Preparations and arrangements would be compleated by that time, when an advanced party of 10,000 pick'd men were to march up to the entrenchments with fixed bayonets, but without their pieces being loaded, in order to prevent any confusion arising from the temerity of the troops, which might prove fatal to so brave an enterprise; that General Howe meant to have two columns nearly of equal numbers, to support them, in case of a repulse, or to give the Provincials a warm reception on the Flank, if they were desperate enough to attempt a Sally.---[ Morn. Post.]
A letter from America, dated off Staten Island the 13th of August, says, " A favourable circumstance on our side is, that the greatest discontent prevails among the rebels, by what we can learn from their deserters, who come in almost daily. They are so very rigid, that they oblige every fourth man to leave his business, wife, and family, and join their army, One of their people in Long-Island, a few days ago, only slightly spoke in favour of the King, and they hung him up without ceremony."
A letter from an officer at Staten-island, which came by the last mail, mentions, that the Congress had appointed to try the Mayor of New York, and three women, who had been accused of carrying on a treasonable correspondence with the King's troops; and they had all been convicted, and were executed, three days before the packet came away.
A gentleman just arrived in London, who left Virginia on the 5th of August, says, that it was currently reported that General Washington had written to the Congress, that he was doubtful of the courage of his army, and did not believe above ten thousand men would stand by him in case of an attack. In consequence of which, a signed order of the Congress, which this gentleman saw, was sent to Virginia, desiring them to send off their men immediately, in companies, for the greater dispatch, to New-York; and, accordingly, they were marching off in small parties from all parts of Virginia, when the gentleman left the province.
A letter from Portsmouth (in New Hampshire) says, "On Tuesday the 21st of July the continental frigate of 32 guns, built at this place, under the direction of John Langdon, Esq; was launched, amidst the acclamations of thousands of spectators, and is esteemed one of the finest ships ever built in America. Tho' the greatest care was taken that none but prime timber should be used, and also the best workmanship, yet from raising her to the time she was launched did not exceed sixty days."
The following paragraphs are taken from a South-Carolina Gazette, dated Aug. 23, 1776:
"Colonel Morris Simkins is arrived at Williamsburgh, Virginia with 2700 armed people, all men of property, from the counties of Hanover, New-Kent, and King William.- Major Rogers is likewise arrived there from the Plains of Abraham, with a great number of Indians.
"His Majesty's tender, the Deception, of 10 guns, the day before yesterday blew up, within four leagues of this harbour [Charles Town]; and all on board (except the Cockswain and some seamen that happened to be in a boat) perished."
Letters from Halifax, dated the 26th of August, mention, that they have, within a few days, had several West-India ships, loaded with sugar, &c. brought in there, by the Liverpool and another man of war, who had retaken them from the Americans as they were trying to get them into Port; and we have learnt that several others have been taken, our men of war are gone out, and we daily expect that they will retake some others, which if they meet with they certainly will, as they are well armed, and quite well manned.
A Letter from a Gentleman on board his Majesty's Sloop the Pomona; dated in English Harbour, Antigua. July 25, says, that they have taken 21 American Prizes since the 14th of April, which is more than all the other Ships on the station have done; and that during that Time, they have not lost a single man by sickness or accident.
It is feared that the 56th regiment of foot, which embarked at Jamaica the beginning of July (where it has been stationed some years) for England, has fallen into the hands of the Americans.
Yesterday messenger's were dispatched to the several dockyards, for an additional number of hands to be employed in all the branches belonging to the said yards.
Express orders were yesterday morning sent from the Admiralty-Office, for all the guardships, at the several sea-ports in this kingdom, to be completed as soon as possible to their full number of men.
The St.Helena, Hill, from Quebec, is arrived at Plymouth with dispatches from General Carleton, which were immediately sent express to Lord Germaine's office.
Extract of a letter from Antigua, July 10
"Last Sunday arrived here, a vessel from Halifax, with 2000 bushels of corn: she confirms the account of 700 of the Provincials having cut out the ship Lady Gage, from New York, and went off in her to Halifax, where they joined the King's troops."
Extract of a letter from Glasgow, Sept. 27.
"There are letters in town from the masters of several of the transports that sailed from Clyde with the troop's, advising that Lord Howe, and his brother the General, had hemmed in Washington and his army in new York in such a situation, that, they would be under the necessity of submitting, or fighting; and the brothers had sent him notice, that, if he burnt a single house in New-York, they would give him and his troops no quarter."
Extract of a letter from Plymouth-Dock, Sept. 27, 1776.
"Arrived here last Monday the brig Samuel, from Nantz, in thirty-two days, bound to Petersburgh, belonging to Stockton, the Master's name 'Watson; he says, that when he left Nantz, there were no less than twelve or fourteen ships, brigs, and schooners, &,c. in that port, belonging to different ports in America, loading with military stores, &c. They bring wheat and flour in exchange. The day he sailed, a large ship, burthen 400 tons, left the same port, bound to America, called the Hancock and Adams, commanded by one Smith, who was cautious in mentioning what part of America he was bound to, or what his cargo consisted of. Capt. Watson was several times in company with him, but could collect no intelligence that was material. The day before he sailed, he was examined by order of the Commandant of the port, when a quantity of contraband stores were found on board of him, which he was obliged to reload; but the same night they were all reshipped again, with a great deal more. The mate of the above brig, was on board of the American, when he took on board 2000 stand of arms, 321 barrels of gun-powder, and 70 barrels of saltpetre, besides many other implements of war; this vessel had but a few swivels on board, and might have been taken by the smallest cruizer in our service. Not one of the Yankees seemed to be calculated to make any resistance, but depended entirely on Dame Fortune. The above account was confirmed by the mate of the Samuel, (who was the master's son) the carpenter of her, and two of her hands; they were all examined by the principal officers of this port, and everyone of them agreed exactly with the master's report. The master told me, that his mate and people knew much more of the affair than he did, they being often among the small vessels, and very conversant with the American crews, the masters of which vessels were quite open, and no way reserved in transacting their business, speaking publickly of what they were to load with, and where they were bound to. A schooner and sloop had almost compleated their cargoes, and would sail in a few days after the English vessel's departure. The French seemed to take little or no notice of their proceedings, only now and then inspecting a vessel to keep up appearances. In fact, the captain, mate, and crew, of the Samuel, declare, that the business of the Americans was transacted with a degree of barefacedness, that none, but people well pleased with their company, could overlook. They affirm likewise, that a ten gun sloop could take twenty such vessels for the resistance they could make. Undoubtedly a few cruizers off Cape Finisterre, would pick up numbers of those Adventurers, with very little trouble. The Hancock and Adams's cargo was reported to be worth 35,000 pounds sterling.
"The above is absolutely fact, as the people were ready to make oath of it, if required. What a pity that we have not a few ships cruizing in those tracks - what a glorious opportunity to make a fortune !"
Yesterday the Butler to a nobleman, near Whitehall, shot himself through the head with a pistol on the steps at the bottom of the garden, and fell backward into the Thames; from whence he was taken out dead, by a Waterman who heard the pistol and saw him fall.
A letter from Leipsic, dated Sept. 17, says, "On the 7th instant a terrible fire broke out in the town of Weissensels in the Electorate of Saxony. It began about half past eleven at night in the Jews street, and continued burning till ten in the morning. Forty-five houses and seven granaries in the same street and in the market place, were entirely consumed."
Mr. Charles Turner, member for York, has betted �500. that he raises cabbages in that city, three of which shall fill a waggon.
ARRIVED AT THE HOT-WELLS. Earl Kingston, Lady Ellinor King, Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Berkin, Mr. Pomfrey, Mr. Dakers, Mrs. and Miss Pedder, Miss Tomkins, Miss Pratt, Miss. Priestley, Miss Ramsey, Miss Elliot, Miss Allis, Miss Glaze, Miss Kandelor, &c.
ARRIVED AT BATH. Earl of Corke, Lord Nugent, Bishop of Hereford, Lady Bangor, Gen. Paoli, Baron Lierstopff, Sir Robert Barnard, Sir John Warren, Col. Gordon, Rev. Dr. Wilson, Dr. Graham, Rev. Mr. Addison, Rev. Mr. Evans, Rev. Mr. Holloway, &c.
CAME IN SINCE OUT LAST. The Eleanor, Graves, from Barbadoes; the James, Colbourn, from Antigua; the Brislington, Moores, from Oporto; the St. John Baptiste, de Anate, from St. Andero; the Britannia, Shaw, and the Plain Dealing, James, from Cork.
ARRIVED. At London, the Caesar, Wood, from Granada; at Barbadoes, the Brilliant, Richards; at Halifax, the Tartar, Bushel; at Dublin, the William and Elizabeth, Snow, and the Friendly Trader, Griffin; at London, the Partridge, Borrowdale, and the Almsbury, Salmon; at Newfoundland, the John, Anstice, and the Charlotte, Matthews, from this port; and at Dover, the Dublin, Griffiths, from Galipoly.
ENTERED OUT. The Cyrus, Gardner, for Cork, St. Kitt's, and Jamaica; the Friendship, Harvey, for Dublin; the Plain Dealing, James, and the Britannia Yacht, Shaw, for Cork.
SAILED. The Draper, M'Cullom, the Duke of York, White, and the Nancy, Woodburn, for Dublin; the Mayflower, Davis, for Cadiz; the Betsey, Roberts, for Waterford; the Live Oak, Wills, for Venice; the Bremen Merchant, Beckman, for Bremen; the Sally, Chard, for Kinsale; the St.Juan Baptista, Saledo, for Bilboa; the Bristol, Watkins, for Antigua; the Ann Gally, Sherry, the Polly, Phillips, the Foord, Lawrence, and the Ann, Stott, for Jamaica.
COASTERS CAME IN. The Pendarvis, Davis, from Truro; the Eagle, Cooze, and the Industry, Thomas, from Bridgwater; the Betsey, Babb, and the Fortune, Trick, from Padstow; the Elizabeth, Porter, from Tenby; the Fisher, Garret, and the Barry Castle, Biss, from Abershaw; the Union, Dennis, from London; the Ann, Matthews, from Liverpool; the William and Betty, Owen, from Chester; the Bristol Trader, Tregerthen, and the Betsey, Nicholls, from St. Ive's; the Edward, Yeo, from Exeter ; the Nancy, Jenkins, and the Friends Increase, Jenkins, from Minehead.
COASTERS ENTERED OUT. The Warmley, Brown, for Falmouth and Truro; the Scarborough, Sordeball, for London; the Friends Goodwill, Smith, for Plymouth; the Bristol Trader, Tregerthen, for St.Ive's; and the Edward, Yeo, for Exeter.
The Black River, Currie, from Dominica for Bristol, is taken by an American privateer.
A person arrived here a few days since from Bourdeaux in France, says, there were in that port seven American vessels, on board of which nothing was Going in the day-time, but at night they were taking in military stores.
Last week was married at the Abbey church, Mr. John Glazier, coach-master of Bath, to Miss Elizabeth Whitaker, of that city.
Also last week was married Mr. Wm. Granger, an eminent butcher, in Broad-mead, to Mrs. Sarah Hadden, relict of the late Mr. Hadden, master of the Christopher inn, in Bath.
Wednesday last was married Mr. John Barridge, of Stoke, attorney at law, to Miss Knight, daughter or Mr. William Knight, of Kingston, near Taunton, Somersetshire.
Thursday was married at St. James's church, Mr. Dyer, attorney of this city, to Miss Pomphrey, eldest daughter of the late George Pomphrey, Esq of Stoke-Bishop.
Thursday se'nnight died, at his seat at Melbury, Dorset, the Right Hon. Stephen Fox, Earl of Ilchester, Lord Ilchester and Stavordale, Baron Strangeways of Woodfold Strangeways, Baron of Redlynch, one of his Majesty's most Hon.Privy Council, and joint Comptroller of the army accounts. His Lordship married in March 1763, Elizabeth, only daughter and heiress of Thomas Strangeways Horner, of Wells, Somerset, Esq; by whom he has left issue, the Right Hon. Henry Thomas, Lord Stavordale, who succeeds to the title and estate, the Hon. Stephen Strangeways Digby, the Hon. Charles Redlynch Fox, the Lady Susannah Sarah Louisa, married to William Obrien, Esq; Lady Lucy, Lady Christian Henrietta Caroline, and Lady Frances Muriel.- His Lordship was suddenly seized with the disorder which occasioned his death on Sunday morning the 22d instant, and never spoke afterwards.
Sunday last died at Keynsham, Mrs. Rachel Buissey, aged 63, who has left the greatest part of her fortune to Miss Sarah Maggs, Butcher, of this city. It is to be remarked that he husband is still living.
Sunday died Miss Bartlet, daughter of Mr. Bartlet, in Baldwin-street.
Same day Miss Preston, sister of Miss Preston, milliner, in Wine-street.
On Tuesday morning last died at Pickwick, in Wiltshire, Mr. Roger Watts, a very eminent wine-merchant of this city :- To speak in the Language of Shakespeare, " He was a man, that take him all in all, we scarcely shall behold his like again ;" it is therefore almost unnecessary to add that he liv'd universally belov'd, respected, and esteem'd; and died as universally mourn'd, regretted, and lamented.
On the late Mr. Roger Watts, merchant, deceased.
He was indeed a man whose soul was fully accomplished with all the obliging, harmless, honest sensibility, and manly graces, that ever adorned a humane, benevolent, and chearful being.
But ah ! this man of wond'rous mind is gone;
Yet still he lives in his adopted son,*
Who was the darling of his hoary years,
And who alone his greatest likeness bears;
I mean in soul - in sense - and worthy cares.
* Mr. Maskelyn
There will be a charity sermon at St. Philip's, to-morrow in the afternoon, for the benefit of the Infirmary.
Yesterday se'nnight a man, much in liquor, got into a cart he was driving to Warmley, which was filled with grains, it overset, and the man falling under, was suffocated.
Yesterday was committed to Glocester goal, by George Nayler, Gent, one of the coroners for that county, Joseph Armstrong, on suspicion of having poisoned the lady of Capt. A'Court, with whom he lived a servant, and who was then at Cheltenham. This lady had been ill ten days, but no suspicion of poison was suggested till the morning after her decease, when information was given by an apothecary of that place, that the servant had bought some arsenic at his shop the day preceding her first attack of her illness, and again in the course of the following week. On receiving this intelligence, the man, who had that morning got leave of his master to set out for London, in consequence of a letter he had received from his friends there, was pursued to Frogmill by Colonel Bradford, the Lady's father, and after some time was apprehended in a neighbouring wood, whither he had fled on seeing the Colonel drive up to the house in a chaise and four. Upon being interrogated for what purpose he brought the poison, he prevaricated very much, and since his confinement has been in several different stories. Upon an examination by several gentlemen of the faculty, it is said the lady's bowels were found mortified.
Monday was committed to Newgate, John Gundry on suspicion of stealing six pieces of curried leather, the property of Samuel Watts.
Sunday evening a man got into a stable belonging to Thomas Bennett, in Limekiln-lane, and secreted himself behind the door till the mistress of the house came down the yard, in order to let the horse out to water, when the villain laid hold of her, threw her down, beat and otherwise abused her, tyed a rope round her neck in order to strangle her, afterwards cut off her pocket with two guineas in gold, some silver, and a pocket book, with which he got clear off.
To the PRINTER,
Did my Desire to have the following Character inserted require any Apology, I think it would be sufficient to observe, that as all Sorts of miscellaneous Letters, and Treatises, have free Access in our public News-papers, it would be very strange if that Privilege should be deny'd to Religion alone, which has never been refused to Pleasure, Politics, Elections, Quack-Medicines, or any other Subject. As the Request , therefore, is neither unreasonable, nor improper, I make no Doubt but you will be ready to oblige your humble servant,
----, October 3, 1776. R.H.
The Character of a moderate Divine, according to the common Acceptation of the Phrase in these modern Times.
A Moderate Divine is one, who has a very moderate Share of Zeal for God; consequently a moderate Divine contents Himself with a very moderate Degree of Labour in his Master's Vine-yard.- A moderate Divine is one, who talks and preaches a good Deal about good Works, but is satisfied with a very moderate Portion of them Himself. A moderate Divine is too polite and rational to give any Credit to the antiquated Divinity of our Articles, Homilies, and Liturgy; and therefore He seldom quotes them, except it be to shew his Contempt of them, or to torture their Meaning: A moderate Divine is nevertheless ready enough to subscribe to them, if by so doing, He can get an immoderate Share of Church-Preferment.- A moderate Divine is always very calm and cool in his Pulpit Harangues, except when He is preaching against such Troublers of Israel as --- ---, and then a moderate Divine loses all his Moderation. - A moderate Divine is usually an Advocate for Card-Parties, and for all Assemblies, except religious ones; but thinks no Names too bad for those, who assemble to spend an Hour or two in Prayers, and in Hearing God's Word.- In short, a moderate Divine is such a Character, that if our great and good Reformers had been aware of the Mischiefs which have accrued to the Church of Christ from their Moderation, they would probably have ended one of the Petitions in the Liturgy with the following Words- "From all false Doctrine, Heresy, and Schism, and from all moderate Divines, good Lord, deliver us."
This Picture of a moderate Divine will not please many of the Clergy, but He, who drew it, ventures to appeal to sad, and plain Matter of Fact, whether there is not a striking Resemblance in every Feature. He is very willing to copy after St. Paul's Injunction, "Let your Moderation" (in the Use of, and Desire after, the Things of this World) " be known unto all Men," but He can never think, that the Apostle meant by it to inculcate a moderate Share either of Faith, or Practice for private Christians, or of Zeal, and Preaching for Christian Ministers.
On RELIGION.
LET the proud Witling argue all he can,
It is Religion still, that makes the Man.
Tis this, my friends, that streaks our Morning bright:
'Tis this, that gilds the Horrors of our Night.
When Wealth forsakes us, and when Friends are few,
When Friends are faithless, or when Foes pursue;
'Tis this, that wards the Blow, or stills the Smart;
Disarms Affliction, or repels it's Dart;
Within the Breast bids purest Pleasures rise,
Bids smiling Conscience spread her cloudless Skies.
When the Storm thickens, and the Thunder rolls;
When the Earth trembles to th' affrighted Poles;
The pious Mind nor Doubts, nor Fears assail,
For Storms are Zephyrs, or a gentle Gale.
And when Disease obstructs the lab'ring. Breath,
When the Heart sickens, and each Pulse is Death,
Even then Religion shall sustain the just,
Grace their last Moments, nor desert their Dust.
The following Character of Dr. HOUGH, is engraved on a monument in the Cathedral Church at Worcester.
Sacred to Posterity
Be the Virtues of the most excellent Prelate,
Dr. JOHN HOUGH,
The ever memorable President of Magdalen-College, Oxon,
In the Reign King James II.
Called forth to this dangerous and important Station,
For his Learning, Prudence, Piety;
He maintained it in the Day of Trial
With Ability, Integrity, Dignity,
Firm in the Defence of the invaded Rights of his College;
How providentially for this Church and Nation,
He opposed the Rage of Popish Superstition and Tyranny,
Let the Annals of England testify.
In happier times
He was advanced to be a Guardian of the Religion and Liberties of his Country,
In honourable Testimony of his eminent Services to both;
Was made Bishop of Oxford, A.D. 1690;
Was translated to the See of Litchfield & Coventry, A.D. 1699;
To the See of Worcester, A.D. 1717.
In his faithful Administration of the pastoral Office,
By prudent Government, by impartial Affection, by perswasive
Example,
He was honoured and beloved,
And left to each Successor a well-regulated Diocese
In every Condition and Relation.
From the influence of a lively Faith,
From the Overflowings of a benevolent Heart,
It was the Business and Pleasure of his Life
To serve God and do good.
His Benefactions to Magdalen-College, and to his Episcopal Houses,
Are illustrious and lasting Monuments of his Munificence;
Yet much more were they excelled by the noble Instances of
his diffusive, unbounded Charity.
His courteous Affability and engaging Condescension,
Were the Delight of the numerous Partakers of his generous
Hospitality.
Grace was in his Address, and Dignity in his Deportment.
In Conversation--Propriety and Purity of Language;
In Writing - Exactness, Ease, and Elegance of Style,
Embellished
The Justness, the Delicacy, the Humanity, the Piety of his
Sentiments.
Blest with uninterrupted Health and Tranquillity of Mind,
Happy in his Life and in his Death,
Full of Honour and full of Days,
In the 93d Year of his Age, and in the 53d of his Consecration.
In the entire Possession of his Understanding,
In the Consciousness of a well-spent Life,
In the sure and certain Hope of a joyful Resurrection,
He expired without a Groan.
An Original EPITAPH.
HERE lies fast asleep, (wake me who can ?)
That medley of passions and follies, a Man,
Who sometimes lov'd licence, and sometimes restraint;
Too much of the sinner, too little the saint.
From quarter to quarter I shifted my back,
Gainst the evils of life, a most notable quack;
But, alas! I soon found the defects of my skill,
And my nostrums in practice prov'd treacherous still.
From life's certain ills 'twas in vain to seek ease,
The remedy oft prov'd another disease;
What in rapture began often ended in sorrow,
And the pleasure to-day brought reflection to-morrow.
When each action was o'er, and its errors were seen,
Then I view'd with surprise the strange thing I had been;
My body and mind were so oddly contriv'd,
That at each other's failings both parties conniv'd :
Imprudence of mind brought on sickness and pain;
The body, diseas'd, paid the debt back again.
Thus coupled together life's journey they past,
Till they wrangled, and jangled, and parted at last.
Thus tir'd and fatigu'd I have finish'd my course,
Am glad it is bed time, and things are no worse.
The CURIOUS IMPERTINENT.
A Man there is, to all the country known,
Who neither lives in country nor in town:
He's here, he's there; from place to place he flies.
In quest of that which Heav'n to man denies.
Curio, the present joys of life forgot,
Still fancies greater joys where he is not:
Hence ever restless, go where'er you will,
You'll find poor Curio at your elbow still.
He boasts no wit; but yet, the Lord knows why,
Curio still keeps the best of company.
Wherever well-dress'd folks appear,
Ask'd or unask'd --- you'll still find Curio there.
At every venison, every turtle feast,
See him, with anxious looks, a constant guest !
Drawn by the savoury steam, no doubt ?- Why no;
He only comes to see how matters go.
In shooting season, Curio takes his gun;
Is there a fishing party ? - He makes one :
Not for the sport - For Curio neither went
To shoot or fish-but just to learn th' event.
To-day he comes, to shew my lord your place;
To-morrow does the same - t'oblige his grace:
Thus mov'd by wires, this arrant punchinello,
For want of business - is a busy fellow.
BANKRUPTS.- Ann Greenwood, of Liverpool, shopkeeper.- Matthew Plestow, of Bucklersbury, hosier.
CERTIFICATE. - Oct.19, James Rumsey, of Bristol, grocer.
BRISTOL, OCTOBER 5.
A CARD to the Humane and Benevolent,
THE unhappy alone can lookup for Relief; and the Person who now presumes to entreat their assistance, is really an Object of compassion; and would those endow'd with affluent fortunes but for once give ear to the calls of humanity, the advantages would be not less to the giver than the receiver, tho' her distress is greater than can be described, as not only herself but an amiable child must perish for want if not timely relieved ;-want not incurred by any extravagance of their own but a train of unfortunate contingencies.
Benefactions will be gratefully received by Mr. T. Henbury, in Castle-street, and at the Printing Office in Castle-Green; who have certain proof that the above person is a lady of family, and a real object of charity. She returns her most grateful acknowledgements to those who have already contributed to her support.
This Day was published, Price 1s.
A TRIP to VAUXHALL ,
In Poetical Letters by a Citizen of Bristol lately returned
from Madeira, to his Friend at that Island.
Containing some humorous Remarks on Vauxhall - the
Theatre, - College Green, &c.
With a Description of several WHIMSICAL CHARACTERS, and an UNFORTUNATE CATASTROPHE.
"------- in pride their error lies,
"All quit the spheres, and rush into the skies."
POPE'S Essay on Man.
Bristol : Printed and sold by BONNER and MIDDLETON, in Castle-Green; sold also by Cadell, Becket, and Palmer Booksellers, in Bristol; and by A. Tucker, and W. Taylor, Booksellers, in Bath.
*** On WEDNESDAY next, being the 9th Day of October, will begin to be sold by Auction, at the PLUME OF FEATHERS in Wine-street, a large and valuable Collection of several Thousand Volumes of the most useful ENGLISH BOOKS, with large Family and Pocket Bibles, large and small Prayer-Books, Maps, Pictures, Letter Cases, Pocket Books, Bibles and Prayer Books with Notes and Explanations. The Books are all new, and will be put up very low.- The Sale begins every Evening at Six o'Clock. - Catalogues to be had at the Place of Sale
BRISTOL, Sept. 28, 1776.
JAMES WEST, Mason, returns his sincere Thanks to his Friends and the Public, for the favors already conferr'd on him, and begs Leave to acquaint them, That he is REMOVED from the White-Lodge, St. Michael's-Hill, to Griffin-Street, No. 12, near the Red-Lodge (the House wherein the late Mr. NELME ROGERS lived) where he carries on the Business in all its Branches; and shall always endeavour, by an assiduous Attention to his Customers, to merit the Continuance of their Favors.
BRISTOL, Sept. 27, 1776.
Whereas several Quantities of Flour and Beans have been stolen sundry Times out of a Warehouse in Leek-Lane, St.James's, belonging to JOSIAH COOKE and HENRY BICKNELL.- Whoever will discover the Person or Persons guilty of the above Theft, shall, on Conviction, receive TEN GUINEAS Reward. - If an Accomplice will make a Discovery, he will receive the above Reward, and a Pardon will be procured.
JOSIAH COOKE,
HENRY BICKNELL.
To be LETT immediately,
A HOUSE in Queen-Square, in Possession of Mr. JOHN DAVIS, having Plenty of both Sorts of Water, and every other Conveniency, with or without an upper Loft. Enquire of Mr. Fidoe, Plumber, in Baldwin-street.
OCTOBER 4, 1776.
Impounded and Stray'd on the 28th Day of July last, at Keynsham, in the County of Somerset, A BLACK MARE, about Ten or Eleven' Hands high, full aged, mark'd on the near Buttock with H (two white Spots) one on each Side near the Belly, some white Saddle Spots on the Back, and is now in the Keeping of John Hitchman of Keynsham aforesaid. If she is not claimed and the Expence of Keeping and the other usual Charges paid by the Seventeenth of this Instant, she will be sold to defray the same.
STRAY'D into the Grounds of Mr. THOMAS NICOLLS, at the New-Inn, Dowry-Square, some Time in July last.- A BLACK GELDING, about 14 Hands, and a Half high, a Blemish on the near Eye, two small white Spots in his Forehead, two Saddle Spots on the near Side, and White on both his Fetlock Joints behind--, Whoever said horse belongs to, may have him again paying the Expences of Keep and advertising, otherwise he will be put up to public Sale on Thursday the 17th Instant September, to defray the same.
BRISTOL, Sept. 30, 1776.
WILLIAM PINE, returns his sincere Thanks to all his Friends for their kind Encouragement of him in the PRINTING and BOOKSELLING Businesses, and beg Leave to acquaint them, that he has declined the latter in Favour of WILLIAM SMITH, his Nephew, (who has had the principal Management of it for several Years;) and he shall esteem a Continuance of their Commands to said W. Smith, an additional Obligation conferred on himself.
The BRISTOL GAZETTE, and all other PRINTING Business, continued at his House in Wine-street, as usual.
N.B. Great Variety of Patent and other approved MEDICINES.
BRISTOL, Sept. 30, 1776.
WILLIAM SMITH, Bookseller and Stationer, respectfully acquaints his Friends and the Public, that he has taken to the BOOKSELLING and STATIONARY Stock in Trade lately belonging to Mr. WILLIAM PINE, at his House the upper End of BROAD STREET; where he continues the said Business in all its Branches; and humbly requests the Favour of Mr. PINE'S Friends, which he shall ever gratefully acknowledge.
Merchants, Tradesmen, &c. may be supplied with Accompt Books in all Sorts of Binding; and Gentlemen and others with printed Books in all Languages, Pamphlets, Magazines, and other periodical Publications on the shortest Notice.
All Kinds of MEDICINES and STATIONARY Wares.
BOOKS bound, gilt, and lettered in the neatest Manner.
For Sale by Auction,
On MONDAY the 7th of October Instant,
THE HOUSHOLD FURNITURE and CHINA of JOSEPH GALLAWAY, at his Dwelling-House, in the Road leading from St. Michael's-Hill to the Montague on Kingsdown, near the Middle of the Road, on the Right Hand Side; who is going to leave off Housekeeping. (Part of the Furniture almost new, and very good.) Consisting of Beds and Bedsteads; Mahogany Chairs, with Horse Hair Bottoms; other Chairs; a neat Eight Day Clock in a Mahogany Case; Mahogany Comer Cupboard; Pillar Tables; a large Dining Table; Kitchen Furniture, &c.
The Sale to begin at Ten o'Clock in the Morning.
R. HOLBROOK, Auctioneer.
N.B. On Tuesday the 8th Instant, will also be sold by Auction, at Mr. Gallaway's Gun Warehouse, in Quay-street, nearly opposite the Stone Bridge, at the Quay, A Quantity of FOWLING PIECES and PISTOLS, some of them very neat.- The Sale to begin at Twelve o'Clock in the Morning.
For Sale by Auction,
At the EXCHANGE COFFEE-HOUSE,
On SATURDAY the 12th Day of October next, between
the Hours of One and Two.
A Freehold Messuage or Tenement, Situate in the Horse-Fair, known by the Sign of the Three Compasses, with a Garden, back Yard, and Work Shop behind the same, now in the Occupation of Mrs. Elizabeth Jones, at the yearly Rent of �14. but worth much more, having been usually let at �17. per Ann.
For further Particulars, or a private Sale, apply to Mr. STOKES, in the Lower Green.
To be Sold by Auction,
At the BUSH-TAVERN, in Corn-street, in the City of
Bristol, on SATURDAY the 19th of October next, between
the Hours of Twelve and Two in the Afternoon,
A Freehold ESTATE, situate in the Parish of Nailsey, in the County of Somerset consisting of about 24 Acres of Arable, Meadow, and Pasture Ground, having a Right of Common on Nailsey-Hill, and in Nailsey Moor; now in the several Tenures or Occupations of Mary Fowles, Hannah Durbin, and Giles Case [?]; together of the yearly Rent of �35.
Further Particulars may be had of Mr. WM. PERRY, of Winterbourn, in the County of Glocester, or
W. GAYNER, Broker.
THE Commissioners in a Commission of Bankrupt, awarded and issued against SAMUEL SEDGLEY, WILLIAM HILHOUSE, and WILLIAM RANDOLPH, of the City of Bristol, Merchants and Partners, intend to meet the Sixteenth Day of October Inst. at Ten o'Clock in the Forenoon, at the Bush Tavern, in Corn-street, Bristol, in order to make a Dividend of the joint or Partnership Estate and Effects of the said Bankrupts, SAMUEL SEDGLEY, WILLIAM HILHOUSE, and SAMUEL BERRY, of the said City of Bristol, Merchants and Partners, against whom a Commission of Bankrupt hath been also awarded and issued - and of the joint or Partnership Estate and Effects of the said SAMUEL SEDGLEY and WILLIAM HILHOUSE, Merchants and Partners - pursuant to the Lord Chancellor's Order; when and where the Creditors who have not already proved their Debts, are to come prepared to prove the same, or they will be excluded the Benefit of the said Dividend; and all Claims not then proved will be disallowed.
BRISTOL, Oct 4, 1776.
IT is desired, all Persons to whom the Estate of ELIZABETH LEWIS, Widow, deceased, Executrix of REES LEWIS, late of this City, Fishmonger, is any Ways indebted, that they will immediately make out and send the Accounts of their respective Demands to Mr. WM. FARR, Attorney, in Broad-mead, sole Executor in Trust to the said ELIZABETH LEWIS: And all Persons who likewise stand indebted to the said Estate, are desired to pay such Debts to the said Executor, or to Miss ANN PHILIPS, Niece to said REES LEWIS, who is properly authorised to receive the same, in Order that the said deceased's Affairs may be properly settled for the equitable Benefit of all Creditors concerned.
N B. The said ANN PHILIPS intends to carry on her said Uncle's Business, at the same House in Baldwin-street, where he and her Aunt did, in hopes to meet with the Favours of their Friends and the Publick.
Thornbury DILIGENCE to Bristol.
BEGAN running on Monday the 23d Instant Sept. and will continue to run Mondays and Thursdays, in every Week, at Eight o'Clock in the Morning, and return at Four o'Clock in the Evening of the same Day during the Winter, and at Six o'Clock in the Morning and return at Six o'Clock in the Evening of the same Day during the Summer, to carry Three Passengers, each Passenger to pay 3s, if he goes to Bristol and comes back the same Day, but if only to or from Bristol 2s. and 7lb. Luggage.- Children in Lap Half Price.- Places to be taken at the George-Inn in Thornbury, and the Greyhound-Inn in Broad-mead, Bristol, where the said Diligence puts up.
The Proprietor will not be answerable for Money, Plate, Bills, Writings, &c. above the Value of �3. unless entered as such and paid for accordingly. Performed by
AARON KNIGHT,
Of the George-Inn aforesaid.
N.B. Post-Chaises and Saddle Horses to let at reasonable Prices; Dinners provided and drest in the neatest and most reasonable Manner, on the shortest Notice.-The George Inn has been lately new fitted up and furnished proper for the Reception of Company.- Thornbury is 11 Miles from Bristol, in the high Road to Glocester, and pleasantly situated.
STATE-LOTTERY, 1776,
TICKETS and Shares of Tickets are now selling, on the lowest Terms, and in Variety of Numbers, by A. STUART, at his Lottery Office, at Mr. BRICE's, Trunk-Maker, the lower Part of Corn-street, Bristol.
The SCHEME.
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| The No of Prizes. | | Value of each | | Total Value |
| 2 | of | �20,000 | is | �40,000 |
| 3 | " | �10,000 | " | �30,000 |
| 5 | " | �5,000 | " | �25,000 |
| 12 | " | �2,000 | " | �24,000 |
| 20 | " | �1,000 | " | �20,000 |
| 50 | " | �500 | " | �25,000 |
| 200 | " | �100 | " | �20,000 |
| 600 | " | �50 | " | �30,000 |
| 19,100 | " | �20 | " | �382,000 |
| First Drawn | | �1,000 | �1,000 |
| Ditto 2d Day | | �1,000 | �1,000 |
| Ditto 3d Day | | �1,000 | �1,000 |
| Last Drawn | | �1,000 | �1,000 |
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| 19,292 | Prizes | | | |
| 40,008 | Blanks | | | |
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| 60,000 | Tickets | | | �600,000 |
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Two Blanks to a Prize. The Drawing begins on Wednesday the 13th of November next.
The Prizes are to be converted into Annuities, transferable at the Bank of England, bearing Interest three per Cent. per. Ann. from the 5th of January next; but the most Money will be given for whole Prizes and Shares as soon as drawn.
The Shares will be sold as cheap as by the principal Sellers in London.
The Public may depend upon the same Honour and Punctuality in this, as has been done in every Lottery he has been concerned in, since 1759, being now 17 years.
THE Brewers, Victuallers, &c. Subscribers at the first Meeting held at Mr. JOHN WINTER'S, at the Bell in Broad-street, are desired to attend the Committee on Monday the 7th of October, at Eleven o'Clock in the Forenoon, at the said House, on particular Business.
FOR SALE,
A Quantity of French Brandy PIECES
and Wine PIPES, fresh emptied.
Enquire of JOHN LLOYD, Hooper in Horse-street.
To be Sold (in Fee) by Auction,
At the LAMB INN in WEST-STREET, in the Parish of St. Philip and Jacob, in the County of Glocester, on MONDAY the 21st of this Instant October, between the Hours of Four and Five in the Afternoon,
LOT 1. Convenient and roomy Messuage or Dwelling-House, with a Bakehouse and other Offices belonging, situate on the Eastward Side of New-street, in the Parish of St. Philip and Jacob aforesaid, in the Occupation of Mr. William Jackson, Baker, at the yearly Rent of �12.
LOT 2. A Messuage adjoining to the North Side of the above, now in the Occupation of Elizabeth Roynon, Widow, at the yearly Rent of �6. 10s.
The Premisses are in good Repair, and subject to a Lord's Rent of �1. 4s. 9d. per Annum, which will be apportioned, viz. 16s. per Annum on the first House, and the remaining 8s. 9d. on the other.
Both Houses, if desired, will be sold in one Lot.
For further Particulars and Conditions of Sale, apply to THOMAS JONES, Attorney at Law, in the Old-Market.
If the Premisses are disposed of by private Contract before the Day of Sale, Notice will be given.
All Persons who have any Demands on the Estate of Mr. ROBERT LOGAN, late of this City, Peruke-maker, deceased, are desired to send the same to Mr. CHARLES WHITTUCK, Hatter, in Castle-street; and all Persons indebted to said Estate, are required forthwith to pay the same.
To be Sold by Auction,
At the EXCHANGE COFFEE-HOUSE,
In CORN-STREET, BRISTOL,
On THURSDAY the 24th of October Instant, between
the Hours of One and Two,
LOT 1. ---- (FREEHOLD)
A Compact FARM, called the Snatch Farm, consisting of a Dwelling-House, Garden, Orchard, Barn, Stable, and other Offices, and several Closes of Meadow and Pasture Ground, in the Whole by Estimation :about 74 Acres, situate in the Parish of Ubley, in the County of Somerset, in the Occupation of William York, as Tenant, at Will, at the yearly Rent of �40. but much underlet, and capable of a great Advance.
N B. To these Premises belong Right of Common on Mendip.
LOT 2.- (Freehold) - A valuable Wood called Hasell-Wood, containing about 15 Acres, also situate in Ubley aforesaid; in Hand.
Leasehold, for a Term of 99 Years, determinable with two healthy Lives, subject to a Lord's Rent of �3.
LOT 3.- Two Closes of Meadow or Pasture Ground, by Estimation about 6 Acres, situate in the Parish of Compton Martin, in said County of Somerset, in the Occupation of John Hoskin, at a clear yearly Rent of �7.
These Grounds are held under his Grace the Duke of Chandos, and its apprehended a third Life may be renewed on reasonable Terms.
For further Particulars and Conditions of Sale apply to THOMAS JONES, Attorney, in the Old-Market
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To be LETT immediately,
A Neat convenient HOUSE in King-street, nearly opposite the Playhouse - Enquire at PEDLEY'S Brewhouse in said Street.
Likewise to be lett, enquire as above, Two Lots of exceeding good after Grass, Quantity about 24 Acres, in the Parish of Clifton.
For Sale by private Contract,
For the Remainder of a very long Term of Years,
A Good-accustom'd Publick-House, with the Garden, Cellars, and Outlets thereunto belonging, known by the Name of the Sun, situate in West-street, in the Parish of St. Philip and Jacob, in the County of Glocester, now in the Occupation of Mr. Thomas Pearce, as Tenant at Will, at the yearly Rent of Fourteen Pounds.
The Premises have every Conveniency fit for the public Business, which has been used therein for many Years last past, and contain in Front Eighteen Feet, and in Depth backwards of the same Breadth one hundred Feet, and are not subject to any Chief or Ground Rent, or other Incumbrance.
Apply to D. BURGES, Attorney, in Bristol.
For Sale by Auction,
(Under a Commission issued by the Court of Admiralty,)
At the EXCHANGE COFFEE-HOUSE
On MONDAY the 7th of October next, at One
o'Clock precisely,
The Snow DICKENSON,
Philadelphia built, Burthen about 160 TONS,
A strong serviceable Vessel, and a prime Sailer, now lying at the Quay, with all her Materials and Stores as she came from Sea.
Inventories to be seen at the Insurance Offices, at the above Coffee-House, or by applying to
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N.B. The Cargo of the Dickenson, advertised to be sold on the 7th of October next, is postponed to a future Day, timely Notice of which will be given.
Whereas I, SUSANNA, Wife of ARTHUR COLE, of Bristol, Tripeman, did on Saturday the 21st of September last, move my Bench in the Market beyond the proper Limits; and upon the Chamberlain's ordering me to remove the same, I ill treated him and gave him very abusive Language; whereupon he ordered a Constable to take away the Bench, which was accordingly done; but as the Chamberlain has been kind enough, upon our Application and due Submission, to forgive the Insult, and restore us our Stand : We in this public Manner return him Thanks for his Kindness, and promise never to offend in like Manner again.
ARTHUR COLE.
SUSANNA COLE.
WILLIAM JONES,
Respectfully informs his Friends and the Public,
THAT the Partnership between him and Mr. THOMAS WIGAN, is by mutual Consent dissolv'd, and that he is removed from the Lamb, No.34, HIGH STREET, to No.9 of the same Street, and has laid in a genteel and new Assortment of Linen Drapery, Mercery, and Haberdashery GOODS, which he is determined to sell on very[?] low Terms. He returns his most grateful Thanks to his Friends and the Public for the Encouragement already received, and hopes for a Continuance of the same, which [will be] gratefully acknowledged.
By their most obedient humble Servant,
WILLIAM JONES.
BRISTOL.
EDWARD WIGAN,
Linen-Draper, Mercer, and Haberdasher,
BEGS Leave to acquaint his Friends and the Public, That the Partnership between him and Mr. WILLIAM JONES being by mutual Consent dissolved, continues in the same House, the LAMB and LARK, No. 34, High-street, where he has laid in an entire new Assortment of GOODS in the Linen-drapery, Mercery, and Haberdashery Way; which he is determined to sell on the very lowest Terms.
He returns his most grateful Thanks for the Favours already received, when in Conjunction with his Partner, and humbly hopes for a Continuance of them, which will be his utmost Study to merit, and will be most gratefully acknowledged.
N.B. All Persons indebted to the Partnership Account, are to pay the same to the said EDWARD WIGAN.
To be SOLD, or LETT,
A Handsome new-built HOUSE, in UNION-STREET, the Situation is well adapted for Trade and the Shop large and commodious.--For further Particulars enquire of Mr. JOSEPH HAWKSWELL, Attorney, Wine-street.
For Sale (In Fee) by Auction,
At the KING's -ARMS-INN, in DEVIZES, in the County of WILTS, on Monday the 14th Day of October Inst. at Two o'Clock in the Afternoon,
THE several ESTATES after mentioned, - in Three several LOTS,
LOT I. To consist of all that capital Messuage, Garden, and Orchard and several Closes of rich Meadow and Pasture Ground thereunto belonging, containing by Estimation. about forty Acres, situate in the Parish of North-Bradley, in the said County, together with an unlimited Right of Common, for all Sorts of Cattle on several rich Commons adjoining, now, and for many Years past let to Robert Butcher, at the yearly Rent of �45. 10s. 3d.
LOT II. Thirty Arres, by Estimation, of rich water'd Meadow and Pasture Ground, situate also in the Parish of North-Bradley aforesaid, now and for many Years past let to Charles Mitchell, at the yearly Rent of �44. 9s. 9d.
LOT Ill. All that Capital Farm called Horton Farm, consisting of a Mansion-House, Barns, Bartons, Granaries, and other convenient Out-houses, and several Closes of Arable, Meadow, and Pasture Ground thereto belonging, containing together in the Whole 602 Acres, 1 Rood, and 10 Perch, Statute Measure; together with a Right of depasturing Sheep on an extensive Common, situate at Horton, in the Parish of Bishop's Cannings, in the said County, now and for many Years past let to Thomas Ettwell, at the low yearly Rent of �220. free from Church and Poor Tax. Also the Reversion in Fee of a Cottage, Garden and Orchard, containing by Estimation one Acre, situate at Horton aforesaid, expectant on the Death of three Lives, on which the Rent reserved is Two Shillings.
The above-mentioned Premises are deemed some of the most desirable Estates in the County of Wilts, are moderately taxed, and their Situation pleasant and fertile.--Horton lies near the Devizes, Marlborough, Calne, and Chippenham, all capital Market Towns.
North Bradley is near the Towns of Trowbridge, Froom, and City of Bath.
For a View of the Premises Application may he made to the several Tenants (who will shew the same); and for further Particulars to Mr. PETER FRY, of Axbridge, near Wells, Somerset.
Conditions of Sale to be produced at the Time of Sale.
HASSAGE, near BATH,
To be Lett, and entered upon at Lady-Day next,
Or sooner if required,
HASSAGE FARM, in Somersetshire, consisting of a Farm House, a new Barn, new Stable, and other convenient Outhouses, and near 140 Acres of Arable, Meadow, and Pasture Land, all lying at the Distance of about one Miles from Philip's Norton and Wellow, five from Frome and seven from Bath.
For Particulars apply to Mr. WM. PROSSER, at Stockwood, near Keynsham, Somersetshire; or to Mr. HALE, at Atford [?], Wilts.
BRISTOL, Sept. 20, 1776.
To be SOLD, (in Fee)
TWO Closes of fine Pasture LAND, containing about eight Acres, and three Acres of Pasture, in the upper common Mead; also six Parcels of Arable Land in the middle Furlong of Hambrook Field; all situate in the Parish of Winterbourne, and about five Miles from Bristol.
For Particulars enquire of Messr. OSBORNES and SEAGER, in Broad-street.
For Sale (in Fee) by private Contract,
THE Reversion after a Life aged upwards of 70, of Two undivided third Parts of three Messuages adjoining together, situate near the Pithay-Gate, in the Parish of St. James, in Bristol, one of them a Public House the Sign of the Jack of Newbury, in the Occupation of Mr. Thomas Griffin, and the whole are rented by him on Lease at the clear yearly Rent of 20 Guineas. And in Possession,-A large Stable and Yard, situate on the Southward Side of George's-street, in the Parish of St. Philip and Jacob, in the County of Glocester, nearly opposite to Mr. Joseph Smith's Dyehouses, containing in Breadth towards said Street 60 Feet, and extending of the same Breadth Backwards 80 Feet. Subject to an yearly Fee Farm Rent of �2.. 5s.
For Particulars and Terms of Sale apply to THOMAS JONES, Attorney, in the Old-Market.
MERCHANTS-HALL, BRISTOL, Sept. 17, 1776.
THE Trustees for Relief of disabled Seamen intend to meet in the Merchants-Hall, on Monday the 21st Day of October next, at Nine o'Clock in the Forenoon, in order to examine into the State of the several Pensioners; at which Time and Place all such Pensioners as have not Leave to reside in distant Parts are required to attend, or their Pensions will be stopped.
By Order of the Trustees,
S. WORRALL.
Those of either Sex, who are troubled with Lowness of Spirits, Horrors of Mind, Anxieties, confused Thoughts, troublesome Sleep, groundless Fears, and the like, may in all probability relieve themselves by using the HYPO-DROPS, sold by Goadby and Co. the Royal Exchange; Bailey, perfumer, near the Hay-market; and R. Goadby in Sherborne; as they scour the glands and most remote recesses of the body of these slimy humours which spoil the motion of the spirits. A celebrated physical writer speaks of them as a most efficacious medicine in all melancholy hypochodriacal affections in either of the sexes, and that there is hardly a case so obstinate but it will give way to them, if they are long continued. And this has been confirmed by an experience of upwards of forty years. For the conveniency of the Public, these Drops are now placed in the hands of the Printers of most of the country papers and in one person's hands in almost every market-town in the kingdom.