Saturday 5 February 1780

HICKY'S BENGAL GAZETTE; OR, Calcutta General Advertiser. Saturday February the 5th, 1780. [No. II.] FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE. Leghorn, May 25. THE cruel deprivation of a Fleet in this Sea, to protect our defenceless Navigation, augments daily the distress, under which our commerce labours; the communication between this and England, (we may say) is entirely cut of, as, between the French Men of War, and Privateers, hardly one vessel, either English or neutral, with British property on board, can escape; our last letters from France bring advice of 10 being carried in there, viz. Five English, three Swedes and two Dutch; and, by this morning's mail from Genoa, we have advice, that the Enterprize, and, Montagu Frigates, in going to Malaga, to convoy the trade to Gibralter, had fallen in with two French sail of the line, and one Frigate, the former escaped, but the latter was taken; this news, however, wants confirmation, as it is only the report of a Venetian arrived from Malaga at Genoa. The Cruisers continue very fortunate, the Mahones carry into that port very rich prizes: those from this land under our care, have been very luckey; the Snow, Hawke, capt. Hill, of 18 Guns, and about 100 Men, has made three captures; the first a Tartan, with Pot Ashes, sent to Naples, the second a Corsican ketch, brought in here, and the third a French Polocca, bound from the island of Mettline to Marsails, with a thousand salmes of Oil, worth together about 60,000 Livres. The Peace and Plenty, capt. Mackenzie, has sent into Anconia a fine Polacca, from Marsailes for Smyrna, worth 100,000, Livres. The India-King, capt. Shutter, we have no news of at present. Letters from England down to the 1st Inst. advise the arrival of Admiral Gambier from New-York, in 19 days, in the Ardent Man of War, with the Richmond, Unicorn, and Raleigh Frigates, and it is assured that he brings favourable accounts of the state of our affairs on the Continent; that general Washington's army was wasting by desertion, and Sir Henry Clinton's increasing, by the number of loyalists he was incorporating in his army. One hundred and twenty-two Cruizers have been fitted out by the Anglo Americans at New-York, which have made considerable captures, both French and Americans, and will, in all probability so destroy their commerce, as to facilitate the much desired reconciliation. We expect every mail, to hear something interesting from the West-Indies: D'Estang is laid to have made three attempts to get out of Martinico, but has been repulsed; some advices say, that Monsieur De Gras, who was sent to his assistance with six or seven Ships of the line, had joined him at Martinico; others report, that he had got into Guadaloupe, where he was liable to be attacked by Byron. We expect soon to hear of the departure of the grand Fleet of observation, the command of which, many think, will be given to Kepple, as Sir Charles Hardy is very ill of the Gout: The court martial in their verdict against Admiral Palliseir, declared "his conduct to be reprehensible, in not making his situation to the Commander in Chief." The French have landed a body of troops on the Island of Jersey: Admiral Arburthnot, who was bound to New-York with six sail of the Line, and several Frigates, four thousand troops, and four hundred Ships under convoy for New-York, met the express carrying the news from Jersey, and immediately determined to assist the Island, as soon as he had seen his fleet into Torbay, he arrived the next day at Jersey with the Ships of war and troops, so that we will probably have some good occount of him soon. Extracts from the London Chronicle of June 3, 1779. “Insurances to the amount of 40,000l. were made on the Carnatic East Indiaman, in London.—She was taken by a Liverpool Privateer; when the Insured claimed their money, the Under-writers refused payment, alledging the Ship did not go the Voyage mentioned in the Policy; it described certain Places she was to go to; together with the words “and elsewhere;” Some damage she received obliged them to go to a Port not mentioned, to repair; it was the best and only one for her purpose, therefore they pleaded, that they acted for the good of the Under-writers, and moreover, that they were impowered to do it, by the mention of the words “and elsewhere” in the Policy, which did not restrict them merely to the Place set down. A verdict was accordingly given on Monday last in the Court of King’s Bench, against the Under-writers. Yesterday the important Cause between the Captains of the London East India Man, and the Russel Man of War, was determined in favour of the Russel, before Justice Buller at Guildhall. The miserable remains of General Burgoyn’s Army are at last released from Captivity, and are now on their Passage home from Boston. Yesterday there was a general Court of Proprietors of India Stock, at their House in Leaden-hall-street, pursuant to an adjourned Court of Friday last, for the purpose of hearing the report of the Chairman’s conference with the Chancellor of the Exchequer relative to some proposed alterations of the East India Bill, now depending in Parliament. As soon as the Clerk had read over the proceedings of the last meeting, the deputy Chairman acquainted the Proprietors, that in pursuance of their resolution of Friday last, for the Directors proposing to the Chancellor of the Exchequer such alterations in the East India Bill, as would best secure to the Company their Territorial acquisitions, they had accordingly made these alterations, which if it was their pleasure, should be read. The alterations were then read, which only went to secure to the Company their acquisitions in India, a little more power over their future Dividends, and an appointment (after the expiration of the present Bill) of their Officers in Bengal. The Deputy then acquainted the Court, that he had waited on Lord North, with these alterations in the Bill, on Saturday Morning last, when after a long conversation with his Lordship, he was of opinion, no farther alterations could be made in the Bill, but in order to quiet the Minds of the Proprietors, relative to their Territorial

seven Ladies, Passengers, eight Cadets for Bengal, eight for Madras, and 80 Recruits. The Indian Queen Lindsey, China, all well. THE Sale Advertised by Mr. Williamson for this Day of Planks, Burgahs, Door and Window Frames, &c. of Teak and Saul Wood, laying on the Premises situate at the North side, and adjoining to the Rails of the great Tank; is obliged to be postponed for want of time to Lot such a great variety of Articles. Mr. Williamson, therefore proposes to commence the Sale on Wednesday next, the 9th Inst. and to continue it Daily until the whole be disposed of. Feb. 5, 1780. THE Officers of Fort William present their Compliments to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Calcutta, and inform them, that there will be a Masquerade in the New Fort on the 25th Inst. for which they will receive particular Invitations. Fort William, Feb. 4, 1780. TO be Lett, a Garden House, situate at Bread and Cheese Bungalo, opposite the great Tree, and forms the angle of the two Roads, formerly belonging to Mr. Thomas Griffith, deceased. The House is spacious, having two Halls, two Varanoes, & six Rooms raised from the Ground six or seven Steps; the out Offices, &c. all of Brick. For particulars apply to Mr. LEWIS DE COSTA. Feb. 5. 1780. To be SOLD or HIRED, TWO Budgerows, one of Sixteen Oars and the other of Ten, lying at the late Mrs. Ross's Gaut. For Particulars, enquire of Mr. Robert Duncan, at his Auction Room. Also, to be Sold, a Garden House pleasantly situated, on the Road side, near the Bootacongah. Feb. 5. To be LET, OR Sold by Private Contract, by Mr. William Bondfield, a large commodious Garden, opposite to Mr. Charles Westons, on the great Road leading to Baleah Gaut. For Particulars, please to apply as above. Feb. 5, 1780. Mr. WILLIAMSON, BEGS leave to acquaint the Public, through the Vehicle of Mr. Hicky's Gazette, that he has for Sale by Private Contract, the following Articles, viz. Diamonds, Rubies, and other precious Stones, Pearls of various Sorts, An Organ with 12 Barrels, which performs several of Handel's Concertoes, with various accompanyments. High Scented Ottah of Roses, Rings of different Stones, Shawls and Shawl Handkerchiefs, Old Madera in Pipes and Bottles, French Wax Candles, Sconce Candles and Tapers. Country and Town Houses, West India Sweetmeats in 6lb Jars, Two Pairs of elegant Diamond Ear Rings, An Harpsichord, Chariots and Pheatons, An Officer's Marque, lined with Gingham, Ship Book Cases of Mahogany, Brandy Fruits, Plate, Large Strong Buggy Horses. Jan. 29, 1780. AUCTION ROOM, OLD PLAY HOUSE: By Order of the Hon. GOVERNOR GENERAL, and Council. On Monday the 7th February Inst WILL be Sold by Public Auction, a number of Bullocks and Hogs, which are now kept in Sheds at Shelder, on the Balleah Gaut Road, opposite to the Garden House belonging to Mr. Joseph Bernard Smith, and where they may be viewed. Conditions of the Sale. The Purchasers to bind themselves under the penalty of 25 per Cent to be forfeited, in case they do not pay for, and take away within twenty four Hours from the time of Sale their respective Lots, as well as to make good all deficiencies and expences that may arise from a re-sale. Jan. 29, 1780. At Mr. WILLIAMSON's AUCTION ROOM. OLD PLAY HOUSE. WILL be Sold, on Monday next the 7th Inst. at 10 o'Clock in the Forenoon, the following Articles, viz. A large assortment of elegant Plate, Pearls and Rings, Shauls and Shaul Handkerchiefs, Madras fine long Cloath & Izeries, Banaras Toss, China Damask, Mahogany Cases with Silver Hafted Knives and Forks, A quantity of China and Glass Ware, A quantity of Malaca Rattan, Wearing Apparel, Hand Canes, Gold & Silver mounted, Hats, Europe Cordage of Sizes, Old Madera in Pipes and Bottles, Danish Claret in English Bottles, Conditions of Sale. The Purchasers to bind themselves under the Penalty of 25 per Cent to be forfeited in case they do not pay for, and clear out their respective Lots, within ten Days from the time of Sale, as well as to make good all deficiencies and expences that may arise from a re-sale. Jan. 26, 1780. At Mr. WILLIAMSON's AUCTION ROOM OLD PLAY HOUSE. WILL be put up in Nine Lots, to Public Sale; on Monday the 7th of February 1780 precisely at Noon; the Estate of Lieutenant Colonel JOHN FORTNOM the elegant Pucka built House, occupied by the GOVERNOR GENERAL and the Godowns, situate to the South of the old Burial Ground, and Powder Magazine. Lot 1. Will consist of the Dwelling House, the small House adjacent, and the Five Godowns in front, terminating to the East and West by the projected Wall. 2. A Godown to the Westward, No. 2. 3, to 9. Each a Godown, to the Eastward, No. 3, to 9. The Pottah and Title Deeds may be inspected, by applying to Mr. WILLIAMSON, at whose Office they are lodged. Conditions of Sale. The Purchasers to bind themselves under a penalty of 25 per Cent to be forfeited in case they do not pay for their respective Lots, on or before the 31st of March next ensuing. Farther, to make good all deficiencies and expences, that may arise by a re-sale. Possession will be given on the payments being made to Mr. Williamson. Jan. 29. At Mr. WILLIAMSON's AUCTION ROOM. For Sale by Private Contract, A Convenient GARDEN HOUSE formerly known by the Name of Holwell Place, pleasantly situated on the Banks of the River, nearly opposite to Maucash Tannah Point, having various useful and commodious Offices, together with a large Farm Yard, Stabling and Cow House. Also, the House and Godowns at Hurrah, late the Company's. Jan. 29, 1780.

Crown or of the Proprietors; but that these should remain in the same manner as they did before this Bill was framed. This saving Clause was differently understood by most of the Proprietors, who looked upon it in the light of a reprieve for a Year, as compar'd to by Mr. Jones, and afterwards hanging him, so that the Proprietors have nothing now left but to petition, or wait the issue of his Lordship's further indulgence, at the expiration of the present On Tuesday came on before Sir Francis Buller and a special Jury, a Cause relative to the Captain of the London East Indiaman: The Action was brought on behalf of the Owners, who charged the Captain of the Russel Man of War, with running down the London, and laid their damages at 16,000l. — By the evidence for the Plaintiff it appeared that about 10 o'Clock, on the Morning of the 28th of December last, the Russel Man of War tacked by signal to the Southward, and kept her wind, upon which the London bore away thinking to avoid her, but the Russel doing the same, they met, and the London was run down. — Capt. Webb of the London, acknowledged that if he had tacked, the accident might have been avoided, but said he thought there was time enough to get out of the way of the Russel; if the Russel had let go her Main Braces and put her Sails aback. It would have been well, if it had been done in time, as the Russel was advised by the London to put her Helm a Lee. By the evidence of the Defendant it appeared, that tho' the Russel tacked by command, and that when she did so, she saw the London about 3 quarters of a Mile distance from her, that the Russel was ungovernable, that she did every thing in her power to avoid the London, by crying to, &c. that a Ship of 74 Guns could not get into her way in less than 7 or 8 Minutes after tacking, and that till she gathered way, she could not put her Helm a Lee, therefore was not governable, when she and the London ran foul of each other. — Upon this Case the Judge observed, that if the Captain had wilfully or through gross neglect, ran down the London, he was liable to answer for his Conduct, or that of the Officers under his Command; but, if the misfortune was occasioned by Accident, or equal inattention on both sides, to a verdict in his favour. The Jury went out for about a quarter of an Hour, and returned with a verdict in favour of the Defendant. We hear from Vienna, that the Emperor has been pleased to confer the title of Prince of that Empire on Baron Bretevil, our Ambassador to his Imperial Majesty. They write from Dunkirk, that Capts. Trosse and Leclerk, commanders of the Freton, and Flower of the Sea, Privateers, have brought in on the 20th Inst. five Hostages; the like number was lately ransomed at 2040 Guineas. We hear from Marseils that on the 17th Inst. an English Prize was brought into that Port, taken on the 11th by Capt. Revels of the French Constancy Privateer. She is a Brigantine of 200 tons, and called the Count of Damby, mounts six Swivels, and carries seven Seamen: She was bound from Scotland for Livourne, loaded with 800 barrels of Herrings, some dried Fish, and, other Merchandize By accounts from Brussels we learn, that on the 24th Inst. an English Prize, called the Leyth, of 4 or 500 tons, laden with Coals, was arrived at Ostend, on the 22d Inst. She was taken by two Frigates from Dunkirk, who according to report, have taken five others, not yet brought in. On the 18th of last month, in the afternoon, advice was brought of the arrival of a vessel off Brest, which was a Packet-boat, mounting 12 Guns, called the Senegall, commanded by M. Cambyse, a Lieutenant of Marines: He would not suffer any one to come on board, but was carried on shore in his own Boat, (accompanied by two other Gentleman) to a place where he met Monsieur D'Revilliers, to whom he gave his dispatches, and after having landed one of the gentlemen who came with him, returned to his Vessel again. — This was soon known to be a Packet Boat from Mons. D'Estang, and that the Person landed was his Secretary, who immediately set out for Versailles. These dispatches have been communicated to the King, and, published in all the French News-papers. Paris, March 2d. The King has lately been pleased to grant a Sword and Pension of 200 Livres, to Capt. Favre, who commanded the Phoenix Privateer of 6 12 pounders, fitted out by Mess. Poulet, of Havre. — This Captain, having taken a Vessel of 150 ton burthen, was shortly after surrounded by five more, all enemies, mounting six Guns each, from 4 to six pounders; he fought them all for near three hours, and was on the point of taking two more of them, when four English Privateers appeared; the first of 12, the second of 10, the third of 8, and the last 6 Guns; being in this situation, and seeing it impossible to escape, he again renewed the engagement with the whole ten, but at last was obliged to surrender, (having received 10 Shot at Water mark, all his riging and shrouds shot away, seven of his Crew killed and twenty disabled,) though not before he was informed his Vessel was sinking; all his Officers were wounded, himself alone excepted. We are very sorry we cannot here insert the Letters which he writ to his owners, as they carry with them, the openness and modesty of a truly brave Man. CALCUTTA. Extract of a Letter from a Officer in the Detachment under Colonel Harper, dated, Camp near Inacunda, Jan. 11th, 1780. "By Letters I have received from Madras, I am informed, Lieut. D. Brooks of the Engineers, stationed at Mahi, was unfortunately killed by the last Mine that was sprung there, the circumstance as follows; the Susage of the Mine was so long in burning, that every one thought it was gone out, and Lieut. Brooke went in to see what was the matter, at that instant it blew up. As soon as our Troops had abandoned Mahi, the People called Naires in conjunction with three Battalions of Hydar Alley's Men, took possession of it. A few Days before, they attacked a small Post of ours, defended by a Company of Grenadier Sepoys; forced their way in at the Embrasures, and killed one Officer, but Ensign Dundas who commanded the Company, very judiciously marched out and attacked them in the Posts, killed a great many of them, and retook the place. All the Troops that were left in Mahi are gone to join General Goddard's Army, and a few Days ago, one Battalion of Europeans, one Company of Artillery, and two Battalions of Sepoys, were embarked from Pondicherry, it is thought, to join Gen. Goddard also. This detachment still remains inactive, but as it is pretty clear there will be a War with Hyder, we cannot long remain so, as we now lie within ten Miles of his Country. On Monday Night last was Performed at the Theatre in Calcutta, to a crouded Audience, the Comedy of the Beaux Stratagem, with the Farce of Lethe. — The whole was well conducted, and the Characters supported with Judgment and Spirit, which met with general applause. The Company at the Harmonic, last Wednesday night, was Brilliant and Numerous. X. Y. Z's. Poetry has been received but cannot be inserted, being incorrect, and not fit for the Eye of the Public, as the two last Lines seems calculated to expose a natural Imperfection in the Person it was wrote on. INCOGNITUS, is received, but is too incorrect to appear in the Paper. DEATHS. On the 9th ult. Mr. Noble Rogers, Steward of the Ship Ganges. — 30th, of a Wound he received in a duel, Ensign, William Champion. — In the Hospital, during the Month of January, 9 Soldiers. SHIP NEWS. ARRIVED. The 29th Ult. and left in 65 Fathom Water, the Ceres Indiaman, from Europe; has on board

POET'S CORNER. For the CALCUTTA GAZETTE. To the Author of the SEASONS. METHINKS your bright beer of October, Must rather have muddled your brains; For surely no man that was sober, Would ever have published such strains. Thas the charms of your fair to re-count, You do but your dulness expose; Drink in future of Helicon's fount, Or confine yourself humbly to prose, Feb. 5. A— To Mr. J. A. HICKY. SIR, THE arrival of the CERES with an unusual number of Ladies Passengers, occasioned the following DISTICH, which you'll please to Insert in your Gazette of Saturday next. Who can say that Bengal, for beauty thou starvest, When Ceres produces so plentious a Harvest. CIVILIS. Mess. WILLIAMS and TAYLOR; BEG leave to acquaint the Ladies and Gentlemen of the Settlement, that besides their Stock of Europe Goods, the greatest part of which were Imported by the last Ship, Earl Talbot, they have Purchased a fresh assortment of China Goods, of the Captain and Supercargo of the Success, Galley, arrived a few Days ago, consisting of, Tea in whole Chests, ditto in Boxes of 2 Canisters, ditto in Canisters of about 2lb. Sugar Candy in Tubs, finest White and Brown Nankeen, Stockings, Ladies and Gentlemens Sattin Shoes, Table sets of China of 170, 150 and 48 Pieces, Breakfast sets of best Stone China Blue and White ribed, Tea and Coffee Cups and Saucers of same Pattern, Tea Cups and Saucers of half Stone China, Stone Sneakers and Plates, Dishes of 5 in a set, Plates flat and soup to match the Dishes, &c. &c. Calcutta, Feb. 5, 1780. At Mr. BONDFIELD'S AUCTION ROOM. Opposite the Armenian Church. ON Monday next the 7th Inst. will be sold by Public Auction, (for Ready Money in Sicca Rupees,) Diamond and Topaz Rings, large and small Pearls, Shauls and Shaul Handkerchiefs, Broad Cloath, Bohea Tea in Chests, various sorts of Silks, Satans and Damasks; superfine Calladries, Dureas, Nyanfooks, Jamdannies and Bastahs; a quantity of fine Madras Long Cloath, Izaries, Handkerchiefs and Chintz, old Madera Wine, in Pipes and Bottles; Dutch and French Claret, Cyder, Hock, Boyone Wine, Brandy in Bottles, Preserved Fruits, Loaf Sugar, Coffee, China Ware, Wax Candles, a large Blackwood Cloaths Press, and a quantity of Houshold Goods; a parcel of Slops of European Seamen and Lascars, and a variety of other Articles. The Sale to begin at 10 o'Clock. Conditions as usual. Feb. 5, 1780. At Mr. DUNCAN's Auction Room Near the late Mrs. Ross's Gaut; On Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday next, being the 8th, 9th, 11th and 12th, Insts. WILL be Sold by Public Auction, at 10 o'Clock in the Forenoon, the following Articles, Viz. Jewelery, consisting of Necklaces, Rings, Gold and Silver Watches, Brass Guns for Budgroes, Shots for 3 and 6 Pounders, Europe and China Silks of different sorts, Shauls and Shaul Handkerchiefs, Madras long Cloath fine and ordinary, ditto Pallampores, Chintz and Marchoys, Settees, Chairs and Writing Tables, English and Danish Anchors, stocked and unstocked, Madera Wine, in Pipes, half Pipes and Bottles, English Porter, French and Danish Claret, Chery Brandy in Cases, and Coniac Brandy in Bottles, Loaf Sugar and China Sugar Candy in Tubs, Earth, Wood and Lintseed Oils; Paints, Red, White, Blue and Yellow; very fine Gold Snuff Boxes, China Ware and Globe Lamps, Silver mounted Fowling Pieces, Wax Candles, Cork Jackets, Stationary, Aniseed Water, and Pipes; and a variety of other Articles. Conditions of Sale. The Purchasers to bind themselves under a penalty of 20 per Cent to be forfeited. in case they do not pay the amount of their respective Lots, and clear out within ten Days of the Day of Sale, as also to make good all expences that may arise from a second Sale, likewise to pay Godown Rent over and above the aforementioned time. The Sale to be in Sicca Rupees. Jan. 29, 1780. To the LADIES and GENTLEMEN, Subscribers to the Circulating Library. ANDREWS, humbly begs leave to acquaint these Ladies and Gentlemen who have honoured him with their Subscriptions, that he has long laboured under many inconveniencies, from Gentlemen not paying attention to the established Rules, which met with the universal approbation of the Subscribers at the first opening of the Library, he therefore trusts, that a renewal of these rules, will not be disagreeable to the Subscribers, and hopes for a general concurrance, in the following allotted time, for the perusal of the following sized Books. viz. 1 Set in Folio, 2 Months, 1 do. Quarto, 1 Month, 1 do. Octavo, 2 Weeks, 1 do. Duod. 1 Week, And farther requests that no Subscriber will send for more than one Set at a time, if resident in Calcutta, and if in the Gardens, two Sets, more, according to the number of Volumes in each Set, and if they live in the Country at a great distance from Calcutta, and wish for several Sets, as they cannot have an opportunity of changing as often as they may wish, he hopes they will be agreeable to paying double, as many Subscribers in Calcutta may be deprived of these Books if not in the Library when required. He also begs leave to inform the Subscribers, that whenever they are pleased to withdraw their Subscription they will return all the Books they have at that time belonging to the Library, but if they keep Books after their intention of being no longer Subscribers, they will be charged, as though their names were still on the List. Andrews likewise requests, the Subscribers will be pleased to return the Books they before had, when they send for others, as by keeping many Sets by them, (which is to often the case) is a very great detriment to the Library. Many of the Subscribers, repeatedly sending for a particular Book, are often disappointed, which induces them to withdraw their Subscription; Andrews will be very happy in obliging every Subscriber as far as lays in his power, which he hopes he has hitherto done, by procuring at a very high rate, from Europe, upwards of 15,000 Volumes of bound Books, exclusive of 1,500 Pamphlets. He takes the liberty of requesting the Subscribers will be pleased to favour him with a Receipt for such Books as they chuse to send for, if they receive them from the Library, or if others are sent in lieu of them, which Receipt shall be returned when they send for others: Andrews has taken the liberty to submit this, hoping it will meet with the approbation of the Subscribers in general, as it will be a means of preventing many mistakes, which Daily happen for want of this mode. As a very great detriment to the Library has been often experienced, by some of the Subscribers loosing a Volume of a Set of Books, and by tearing out the Cuts and Leaves; Andrews begs leave to inform the Subscribers, that for every Volume lost, torn or damaged, he shall charge such Subscriber, in whose custody the Book was damaged, with that Set of Books. Attendance will be given every Day, (Sunday's excepted) from 8 o'Clock in the Morning, to 3 in the Afternoon. Jan. 29, 1780. CALCUTTA: Printed by J. A. HICKY.