The Kentucky gazette (Lexington [Ky.]), 1797-04-05 00:00:00

THE KENTUCKY GAZETTE.
NUMBER 511.]
WEDNESDAY, April 5, 1797.
[VOLUME X.]
LEXINGTON:—Printed [on WEDNESDAYS and SATURDAYS] by J. BRADFORD, on Main street: where Subscriptions, at Twenty-One Shillings Per Annum, Advertisements, Articles of Intelligence, Essays, &c. are thankfully received, and Printing in general executed in a neat and correct manner.
CHEAP LANDS
The Subscribers purpose selling the following Tracts, viz.
FIVE hundred acres, part of that noted tract called Floyd's Woodstock tract, within eight miles of Lexington and seven from the Kentucky river; in the center of which is a never failing spring.
An undivided moiety of two thousand acres, first rate, situate on the waters of Bullskin creek, within six miles of Shelbyville—it is well watered, and the main road from Louisville to Shelbyville runs through it.
We will sell the above property VERY LOW, as we are in want of money, and will give a good and sufficient title.
ABIJAH & JOHN W. HUNT.
FOR SALE,
The following Tracts of LAND, the property of Capt. Thomas Bedford, (to wit:)
8000 Acres on the waters of Slate and Flat creeks, near the Iron Works, entered and patented in the name of William Davis. Also
1000 acres on the north fork of Licking, in Mason county, half of Samuel Henry's 2000 acre survey. And
500 acres, Nelson county, on Asher's creek, in the name of John Pemberton.
The above lands will be sold low for cash, or exchanged on advantageous terms for Military lands on Green river, or for good lands, conveniently situated in the Cumberland country. The purchaser will apply to the subscriber, living in Scott county.
WM. HENRY, Agent For said Bedford. August 3, 1796.
FOR SALE, A BEAUTIFUL SITUATION OF
First qualified Land.
CONTAINING three hundred and thirty acres, on main Elkhorn, four miles from the mouth thereof, where it empties into the Kentucky river, and six miles from Frankfort: the land is level and lies exceeding well for farming and meadow; there is thirty-five acres cleared and under good fence, several very good cabins, a good spring and a valuable mill seat, likewise abundance of excellent timber of different kinds, and the range equal to any in the district—a good title will be given by the subscriber, living on the premises in Franklin county.
JOS. FENWICK. July 22, 1796.
PRIVATE ENTERTAINMENT
FOR MAN AND HORSE, On Main street, next door to Doctor Downing's, By WILLIAM ALLEN.
DOCTOR DUHAMEL,
RESPECTFULLY informs the public, that he has lately began to practise Physic, at Millersburg and its neighbourhood—and that he proposes to continue with zeal and attention, and on moderate terms.
Robert & Andrew Porter,
HAVE JUST IMPORTED FROM PHILADELPHIA, AND ARE NOW OPENING
In the Brick House lately occupied by Messrs John & Samuel Poffethwait, next door to Mr. Stewart's Printing Office,
A large and general Assortment of DRY GOODS, CHINA, GROCERIES, GLASS, IRONMONGERY, DELF and QUEENS SADDLERY, WARE, BOOKS, And NAILS of all sizes. STATIONARY,
Which they will sell at a low price for Cash or Country Produce suitable for the New Orleans Market. Lexington, Feb. 18, 1797.
JUST RECEIVED,
And now opening by Peter January, Jun. At the Brick Store, directly opposite the Court House,
A NEAT, compleat and well chosen Assortment of MERCHANDISE, perfectly adapted to the present and approaching season, which he offers for sale on very reduced terms. Lexington, February 25.
DANCING.
R. DEVENPORT,
TAKES this method of informing the inhabitants of Lexington and its environs, that he intends opening a SCHOOL at Mr. J. Bradford's, on Friday the 24th instant, where he intends to teach Dancing in all its branches, on the most improved plan. He will introduce a variety of Reels which have never been taught in schools. By his experience and attention, he hopes to merit the approbation of those who shall encourage his undertaking. Lexington, March 15.
TO BE RENTED, In the Town of MILFORD, Madison Court House,
A HOUSE and LOT, the most convenient of any in said Town for a Public House, with Stables &c. for one year, or a longer time. For terms apply to Benjamin Holladay, living near Milford. SAMUEL ESTILL. Nov. 7.
Wanted Immediately,
AN Honest, Industrious OVERSEER, who understands the management of negroes. Also an APPRENTICE to the Tanning business. LEWIS GASTLEMAN.
Cash and Merchandize
WILL BE GIVEN FOR SOUND YOUNG
HORSES,
WORTH from twenty to sixty pounds each, by the subscribers, who will commence purchasing at their store in Lexington, on Monday the thirteenth instant (it being court day) and continue until the Friday following: and at James Edwards and Co's store in Danville, on Monday the twentieth, & continue until the Saturday following; after which they will return to Lexington, and continue purchasing until the fifteenth of April.
A. & J. W. HUNT. March 6, 1797.
A NEW STORE.
I HAVE just received into my care in the brick house, lately occupied by Mr. William Kelly in Bourbon, a large and general assortment of Dry Goods, Hard Ware, Groceries and Queen's Ware; which I am authorized to sell upon the lowest terms for Cash, well cleaned Hemp, Wheat, Rye, Tobacco, raw Hides, Furs, full proof Whiskey, Salt, Sugar, and good Flour in barrels; for which said articles of produce, a generous price will be given. I have also Iron and Nails left in my hands, to be sold for Cash. A few good Horses under seven years old, will be wanted. AMOS EDWARDS. Bourbon, March, 1797.
LAST NOTICE.
The partnership of M'Coun & Castleman has been some time dissolved, by mutual consent, which was made known by a former advertisement. All persons indebted to them, are earnestly requested to make payment of their respective accounts to James M'Coun, before the 10th of April next. Those who do not avail themselves of this notice, may depend on having their accounts put into the hands of proper officers for collection, as no further indulgence can be given. JAMES M'COUN, JOHN CASTLEMAN. March 22.
ALL persons indebted to the late William Tandy, are hereby called on for payment; and those having any claims, are desired to exhibit them without delay, properly authenticated, to the EXECUTORS. Fayette, March 21, 1797.
THIS is to inform the public, that a survey made upon a Military warrant, in the name of John Cook, upon the North fork of Goose creek, and the South branch of Harroff's creek, containing five hundred acres, joining the lands of Abraham Hite, is sold to us, and conveyed by deeds, in consequence of a patent issued by the state of Virginia, to the said John Cook; and as the said land, is about to be largely improved, we hereby require all persons having any claim to the said land, to make them known, that we may not be injured by improving the same. SAMUEL TERRELL. AARON FONTAINE. March 9, 1797.
FOR SALE,
400 Acres of Military Land, LYING in the county of Clarke, about twelve miles from Lexington on the main road leading from thence to Clarke court house, adjoining the land of Hubbard Taylor. This land lies well, is all of the first quality, and of indisputable title—a deed of general warranty will be given. Any person inclined to see it will be gratified by Mr. Taylor. The terms may be known by applying to Mr. Joseph Cosby in Lexington or to Capt. Richard Terrell on Beargrass. Aaron Fontaine. Jefferson, March 5, 1797.
GEORGE ADAMS,
RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the public in general, that he has opened Tavern, in that commodious house on Main street the third door below Cross street; where those who please to favor him with their custom, shall meet with every possible attention.
For Sale,
SIX THOUSAND ACRES OF LAND, Entered for Maj. John Mosby, dec. and patented in the name of Littleberry Mosby, heir at law of said John Mosby; lying on main Licking, being part of ten thousand acres, beginning at one hundred poles above the mouth of a creek that runs into main Licking on the north east side, about four miles below the south fork of Licking, and extending down Licking in ten surveys.—It is unnecessary to describe the land, as the purchaser will be disposed to make the necessary enquiries previous to his making any proposals.—The title is supposed by those who have carefully examined it to be unquestionable.—Upon paying part of the purchase money, a reasonable credit will be given for the balance. James Brown, Esq. in fact For Littleberry Mosby, jan. Lexington, June 15, 1796. N. B. I will also dispose of any other Lands in Kentucky claimed by said Mosby.
ALL PERSONS
INDEBTED to the late partnership of IRWIN & BRYSON, are requested to pay their accounts or notes to THOMAS IRWIN or JOHN A. SETZ, who only can give discharges. One months indulgence will be given.
FOR SALE,
THE FOLLOWING TRACTS OF LAND IN THIS STATE:
5000 acres on the waters of Rough creek, which empties into Green river.
4000 acres on Cumberland road, near Pottinger's station.
1000 acres in the big bend of Green river, ten miles above Barnett's station.
1600 acres near Severn's valley, on the waters of Salt river.
3000 acres in Shelby county, joining Leatherman's settlement.
400 acres on main Elkhorn, six miles from Frankfort, 45 acres cleared.
ALSO,
200 acres of an Illinois grant, opposite the Falls of Ohio.
And a large body of Land in the big bend of Tennessee river.
This will inform those who incline to purchase, that I have lately returned from exploring most of the above mentioned lands, particularly that on Tennessee—and find it to be a body of soil, timber, water and range, superior to any I have ever seen. The above mentioned tract on Elkhorn, will be either sold or rented.—For terms apply to the subscriber in Lexington.
BENJ. S. COX. Feb. 2.
ALL those indebted to the subscriber either by bond, note or book accounts, are requested to come forward and settle them before the middle of March, as he can give no longer indulgence.
All those indebted to Lewis West, are requested to make payment to me, as I am authorized to collect his accounts, and deliver the different watches left in my hands by him. EDW. WEST. Lexington, Feb. 15, 1797.
Take Notice.
WHEREAS I am informed a certain Mr. George Adams, hatter of the town of Lexington, has taken his hats to the different court houses in this state, and sold them as my manufacturing—therefore this is to notify the public, that I intend hereafter to put my name in each of my hats to prevent the character of my shop being injured by any such person. As I intend moving shortly to Georgetown, the ticket that will be in each hat will certify that they were made in that place. JOHN LOWREY.
THE subscriber has four thousand acres of LAND in the officers' boundary, north-west of the Ohio, obtained for his own services, two of which lies within three quarters of a mile of the Ohio, on Straight creek, emptying into the river opposite Mr. Lewis Craig's, and adjoining the lands of Stephen Southall, James Poage, David Walker and William Vance, of an early date, said to be valuable; one thousand of which I will sell on moderate terms, one moiety paid down, the other a reasonable credit given for. Any person desirous of purchasing may know the terms on application to the subscriber, who resides near Lexington. WALKER BAYLOR. December 1, 1796.
FOR SALE,
SIX HUNDRED THOUSAND ACRES OF VALUABLE LAND, SITUATED in the counties of Franklin, Clarke, Bourbon, Mason, Madison, Lincoln, Hardin and Greene. The taxes shall be paid, and other incumbances discharged at the time, and in the manner prescribed by law.
The subscriber, who will hereafter reside in this town, is authorized to dispose of the above mentioned property by a power of attorney, recorded in the office of the court of appeals. As he means to practise law in the adjacent courts, persons desiring to purchase the different tracts, will have an opportunity of contracting with him at any of those places. Charles W. Bird.
G. TROTTER and SCOTT, HAVE JUST RECEIVED, AND NOW FOR SALE, At their Store directly opposite the market house, a large and neat ASSORTMENT of MERCHANDISE, Well suited to all seasons, which they will sell on the most reduced terms, for CASH.
Twenty Dollars reward.
I WILL give the above reward for a Horse that strayed from one of the town lots of Lexington some time in July last, of the following description, viz. A bright bay, about fourteen hands high, eight or nine years old, very lengthy, some very remarkable white spots on his breast, neck and back, branded with D on the near buttock. As the time for bringing the horse to the public stray-pens has elapsed, it is hoped the person who has him in custody, will deliver him to messrs. Trotter & Scott, Lexington, or to the subscriber near Frankfort. JOHN JAMISON. Franklin county, March 12, 1797.
RUN away from the subscriber the 13th instant, a likely young negro man by the name of TOM, of rather a black complexion, about five feet ten inches high, a little knock-kneed, but thick and well made for strength. He was scalded when young and the scar is very plain yet on his back and side; he has a down look when spoken to; he had on when he went away a white linsy short coat and leather breeches, with old shoes; he took with him a rifle gun, double triggered that runs about 100 balls to the pound, well finished, with R. Bohannon on the box; also an Otter skin shot pouch and powder horn, with a tin charger fastened to the strap; he is of a cowardly disposition and may be easily taken. I rather suppose he will make for the north west side of the Ohio, where he will endeavor to pass for a Freeman; or perhaps he may attempt to go thro' the wilderness to Virginia—any person taking up said negro and delivering him to me, or securing him in any public jail, so that he may be brought to justice, shall receive a generous reward and all reasonable charges. GEO. CALDWELL. Fayette, March 15, 1797.
N. B. I have understood that the above fellow has changed his hat for a cap resembling one belonging to the Infantry, covered on the front part with cat gut or coarse gauze, with a leather cookade, and his coat to that of a blue.

LEYDEN, December 16.
Latest from Italy. Extract of a letter from Trent, of the 24th November.
"It was after having advanced, in consequence of the success at Rivoli, and establishing his head quarters near Calliano, in the expectation of being able to effect without loss of time his junction with general Alvinzy, that Lieutenant Field Marshal Davidovich was informed that the latter (Alvinzy) after having had the worst of it at the end of a combat of three successive days, had judged it necessary to fall back towards Montebello. As by this movement, the passes which lead from the Veronese to Tyrol, were laid open, a French corps issued on the 21st of his month from the mountains in the neighbourhood of Peri, threatening to turn the flank and hold in check the forces of general Davidovich, which were then beyond Campana. In consequence this general thought fit to make a retrograde movement, and after sending off the artillery and reserve of military stores, he caused his troops immediately to retreat. The battalions D'Ehrbach and Latterman which protected the retreat, have suffered a good deal from the fire which the French kept up from the heights. The bridge which had been established before Dolce was abandoned, and yesterday morning the French set fire to it—but they had not remained in the position they were taking. Before day-light yesterday they quitted all their positions, as well at Peri as at Ollenigo and St. Andre, and also those of Tollo, St. Anne, Brennero, &c. The troops which had occupied them fell back on the side towards Verona. This sudden retreat is attributed to a new movement that general Alvinzy (informed of the advantage obtained by the forces under Davidovich) has again made an advance with his army; a movement which put the enemy's corps in danger of being cut off. It is moreover at present believed to be ascertained that the French troops which had advanced by the mountains on the side of Peri, to take our forces in flank, do not exceed 3000 men. Thus the retreat of general Davidovich, dictated by prudence, has given rise to other dispositions which announce the march of our forces again towards Peri. The commander, after having re-united his forces in the environs of Ala, has pushed forward several battalions and squadrons, which have driven the enemy's detachments from the points where they still made their appearance. He detached at the same time a corps of one thousand men, composed in part of riflemen, to post themselves above Valle-Freda, in order to cut off the French, and to put them, if possible between two fires. Since yesterday general Davidovich was to begin his march with the remainder of his force. Indeed we hear this instant that he has removed his head quarters from Ala to Peri, and that our troops push forward on all sides against the French posted behind Rivoli. It is believed that to-morrow they will be attacked, an undertaking which may be expected to succeed, provided general Alvinzy on his part should advance towards Verona."
Extract of a letter from Vicenza, of November 24.
"The successes obtained in this dreadful war on our frontier, have proved but momentary. General Davidovich, a victor in the affair of Rivoli, the 17th of this month, is obliged quickly to retreat with the loss of part of his rear guard. The news is received here that in consequence of this disadvantageous conflict, which took place on the 21st, he was obliged to fall back on the side of Ala, on the frontiers of Tyrol."
"Nevertheless, general Alvinzy, being informed of the victory of Rivoli, advanced towards Verona. He proceeded near to Caldiera, when he heard of the retreat of general Davidovich. Then he in turn fell back to Vicenza, on his way as far in the rear as Bassano, in order to secure his baggage, and to concert fresh operations. In the alternative of these fruitless efforts to effect the junction of the two Imperial armies, it is uncertain what will be the final event in respect to Mantua, the blockade of which was prematurely stated to be raised, and where Marshal Wurmsler appears to be in want of sufficient force to co-
operate effectually with the armies which came to relieve him."
Letter from general Buonaparte to general Clark.
Your nephew Elliot, was slain in the field of battle at Arcole. This young man had become well acquainted with arms: he often marched at the head of the columns: he would have been hereafter a valuable officer. He died with glory, facing the enemy, and did not suffer one instant. Who would not envy such a death? Who is there that contemplating the changes of life, would not claim the privilege of quitting this worthless world in such a manner? Who among us has not an hundred times lamented that he had not thus got out of the reach of calumny, of envy, and of all the hateful passions which seem almost exclusively to direct the conduct of mankind?
NEW-YORK, February 23. The following important Arrest, received by Capt. Gibaut, from Guadalupe, is just handed us in the original French and we translate it for the Minerva, without delay.
Equality, ARRET. Liberty. The special agents of the Executive Directory in the West-Indies— Considering that the ports, of the Islands, at the windward and leeward, as well as those of Demarara, Essequibo, and Berbice, delivered up to the English, occupied and defended by the emigrants, are in a state of permanent siege, and ought not to enjoy the same advantages as the ports of the different English Colonies possessed by that power before the war, and by other title.
Considering that it is contrary to every principle to treat a horde of rebels, without country, without government or a flag, with the same regard which civilized nations observe among themselves during war;
Considering that by authentic acts in our possession, it is proved that divers places of the colonies delivered to the English by the French Dutch rebels, belong not to the British government, more that La Vendee, in which the English minister had also their mercenary troops, regiments in their pay, wearing the same uniform as the troops of the King of England;
Considering that by virtue of the second article of the treaty of alliance concluded at Paris, February 6th 1778 between the United States and France, the former power engages to defend the possessions in America in case of war, and the government and commerce of the United States have strangely abused the forbearance of the French Republic, in turning to her detriment the favours which had been accorded to them, of entering & trading in all ports of the French Colonies;
By permitting for a longer time neutral vessels to carry provisions of war and of subsistence, to men evidently in a state of rebellion we should be the means of prolonging civil war, the calamities and the crimes which proceed therefrom—order as follows:
Article I. The ships of the Republic and French privateers are authorised to take and conduct into the ports of the republic neutral vessels destined for the Windward and Leeward Islands of America, delivered up to the English occupied and detested by the emigrants.
These ports are Martinique, St. Lucia, Tobago, Demarara, Berbice, Essequibo; and at the leeward, Port au Prince, St. Marks, l'Archayes and Jeremie.
Article II. Every armed vessel having a commission from either of those ports, shall be reputed a pirate and the crews adjudged and punished as such.
Art. III. The vessels and cargoes, described in the first and second articles, are declared good prize and shall be sold for the benefit of the captors.
Art. IV. Every vessel taken which shall be cleared out to the West-Indies generally, is comprehended in the first and second article.
Art. V. The order of last Nivose 4th in pursuance of the decree of the executive directory of the 4th Messidor, 4th year, shall be executed till further orders, in every particular not contravening this ordinance.
This order shall be printed, transcribed in to the register of the criminal tribunal and of commerce, sent to French colonies, read, published, and
posted up wherever it may be necessary.
It shall be notified officially to the neutral governments of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. Bartholomews.
Enjoining on the criminal tribunal and of commerce in Guadalupe, their delegates in the different French colonies and other where on the admiral commandant on the West-India station and on the chief of the administration, strictly to execute this arrest, each in his respective department.
Done at Basse Terre, Guadalupe, the 13th Pluviote, 5th year of the French Republic, one and indivisible.
(Signed) VICTOR HUGHES, LEBAS.
WASHINGTON, February 14. There is a report in circulation that Mr. Ellicot, who was appointed on the part of the United States, to run the lines agreeable to the Spanish treaty, has been killed by a party of Creek Indians. Other particulars are not yet come to our knowledge, and we sincerely hope that the rumour may be groundless.
***** Wanted Immediately,
THREE or four good Journeyman Breeches Makers, and two good Journeyman Skin Dressers, to whom generous wages will be given. GEORGE HEYTEL. Lexington, April 3. 36.
Wanted, A Young Man, as an assistant in a store, about the age of fifteen years, who can come well recommended, and can write a fair hand. Apply to the Printer hereof.
Private Entertainment FOR MAN & HORSE, By the subscriber in the house lately occupied by Mr. Haden Edwards in Frankfort, and formerly by Daniel Gano. RICHARD M. GANO. April 4. 3w
NOTICE, ON the twentieth day of May next, I shall attend with the commissioner appointed by the county court of Shelby, on the following entry in the name of Jonah Seaman, assignee &c. for five hundred acres, upon a treasury warrant, on the main branch of Drennon's lick creek, beginning three and three fourths above the second fork in the said creek, and to run South-East one hundred poles, thence from the beginning two hundred poles North-Well, thence at right angles to the same, up for quantity, including a cabin, built by Jacob Newland, then and there to take an oath the deposition or depositions of such witness or witnesses, touching the premises, and do such other acts and things as by law the said commissioners are authorised and required to do for the purpose of ascertaining the calls in said entry. JOSEPH DUPUY, Agent for Jonah Seaman.
March 25, 1797 WHEREAS William Worley of Frankfort, has obtained by way of deception, an obligation of mine for Fifty Pounds, to be paid in a horse in May 1798. I hereby forewarn all persons from taking an assignment of said obligation, as I am determined not to pay it until compelled by law. HENRY GULLIAN. March 30, 1797.
WHEREAS, a separation between my wife Martha Vanmatre and myself hath taken place, all persons are hereby cautioned against crediting her on my account, as I will pay no debts of her contracting after the date hereof. ISAAC VANMATRE. Hardin county, March 31, 1797. *it
Taken up by the subscriber, living near Washington, in Mason county, a forrel mare, two or three years old, a small star in her face, no visible brand, about thirteen hands high, appraised to 10l. STEPHEN FLEMMING. December 17, 1796. §
NOTICE, ON the nineteenth day of May next I shall attend with the commissioner appointed by the county court of Shelby, on the following entry, "Jacob Newland enters four hundred acres upon a treasury warrant, about two miles up the second West fork of Drennon's lick creek, running up said West fork on both sides for quantity," then and there to take an oath the depositions of sundry witnesses touching the premises, and do such other acts and things as by law the said commissioners are authorised and required to do for the purpose of ascertaining the calls in said entry and perpetuate the testimony thereof. SAMUEL SHANNON. March 22, 1797. †
Taken up by the subscriber, on the waters of McConnels run Scott county, a bright gray mare 7 or 8 years old, 14 hands high branded on the near buttock with appearance IS. likewise a light spring horse colt, a boy with a small star in his forehead, no brand, the two appraised to 7l. and an Iron gray filly, rising 3 years old, fourteen hands high, with a mousy coloured face, no visible brand, appraised to 8l. SAMUEL GALLAWAY. January 12
LEXINGTON:
Wednesday, April 5, 1797.
FROM THE MINERVA.
The Democrats call the Federalists the British party, who in turn retort upon the Democrats, the French party.
Time the great friend of truth, has at length, decided those cross actions, in his high court of appeal. For we have British spoliations on our trade, and French spoliations. The conduct of the two parties on these two occasions, forms a faithful test of their real principles. Words are but wind and are most lavishly used, when there is the most occasion to deceive.
The Federalists did not justify the British spoliations—the Democrats do those of the French, and say we have provoked them, such treatment is good enough for us. &c.
The Federalists said, try negotiation first. Sequestration British debts, said the Demos, no envoy, no treaty, reprisals, embargo, prohibit commerce, &c.
As to French spoliations, Federal men, true to their old principles, insist, we must cultivate harmony with all nations, Gen. Pinckney we hope, will remove the affected pretext of French complaints. The Democrats not content with this, multiply expressions of affection for the French, and their curses on our own government. Instead of demanding justice, they encourage more captures, they give a supper to Barney, for publishing his orders to plunder his own countrymen.
Yet the Democrats called our sending an envoy to great Britain, pusillanimous.
The propriety of this charge is also put in its true light by facts. The Federalists allow that if Britain refused justice, they would fight her, but to ask for it, seemed too pusillanimous to the Democratic heroes.
France has played the pirate on our trade in contempt of treaties. The Federalists say not a word about fighting France. they move in congress no sequestration or prohibition acts or embargo. The champions of those honest and wise measures are now mute. Nay, because the Federalists speak of national faith and justice, the Demos charge them with a design to make war on France. Their Gazettes proclaim that the first gun fired against France will be our ruin.
In a word, the contest between Federal and Democratic conduct, in the case of British and French spoliations, completely prove that the former are not the British party; they are truly the Americans.
If the Democrats are not in French pay, it is equally established by facts, they are degenerate Americans.
These ideas are too obvious to escape the public discernment. To counteract them, the Democrats already begin to attack and accuse the Federalists of inconsistency.
From the Morning Chronicle. The character of General Washington is now brought forward to an admiring world in a new point of view. When we saw him the hardy supporter of his country's independence, marching at the head of his brave battalions and leading them on to victory and triumph, he extracted from us all that the warrior engaged in the best of causes can ever claim. When we beheld him after giving liberty to millions, establishing its bounds by a wise and provident policy, and securing its existence by just and salutary laws, we applauded the knowledge and venerated the skill of the legislator. At length we find the character of the man completely unfolded, and the evening of a life which in its meridian exhibited the more resplendent qualities of the hero and the philosopher, gilded with a display of the softer virtues of the heart. He now lays aside those laurels which were so honorably won, and which sat so gracefully upon his brow; he leaves the high constitution station to which he was raised by the unanimous voice of the country and the duties of which he discharged so much to his own honor and the advantage of America, and the regrets and pious wishes of his fellow citizens. He devolves the execution of those laws which he has framed upon a successor, desirous himself while passing

through the vale of years, to share those blessings which they are calculated to administer. He forsakes all that ambition can prize, all that honor can confer, all for which power is estimable for the pleasures of retirement and the enjoyment of his recollections, thus bidding defiance to the tongue of calumny, and leading an example of moderation and disinterestedness to future Presidents of the American Congress.
An act directing the mode of taking the sense of the people respecting a Convention.
WHEREAS the eleventh article of the constitution declares that the citizens of this state may have an opportunity to amend or change the constitution in a peaceable manner, if to them it shall seem expedient, and directs that the persons qualified to vote for representatives shall at the general election to be held in the year 1797, vote also by ballot for, or against a convention as they shall severally choose to do: and if it shall appear that a majority of the citizens of this state voting for representatives have voted for a convention the general assembly shall direct that a similar ballot shall be taken the next year, and if there shall then appear a majority, the general assembly shall then call a convention for the purpose of re-adopting, amending or changing this constitution.
Be it therefore enacted by the general assembly, that the judges of the several elections shall make due report of the number voting for and against a convention to the respective sheriffs superintending the said elections: and the said sheriffs shall cause the same to be entered in their general return of representatives to serve for the year 1797, for their county; and the sheriffs of each county shall moreover cause a notice of this act to be fixed at the court house, and also to be read every day at the opening of the polls.
This act to commence and be in force from and after the passage thereof.
EDMD. BULLOCK. S. H. R. ALEX. S. BULLIT, speaker of the Senate.
Approved February 21, 1797.
JAMES GARRARD. G. K.
Having heard nothing farther of the report published in our last, of a family being killed on the Sciota, we are in hopes it is without any foundation in fact.
The failure of the mail this week will account for our having no late foreign news; what excuse the mail carriers can possibly have for their failing at this time, we cannot tell; and as newspaper complaints are not likely to produce an enquiry into the true cause of those failures, we earnestly hope the different postmasters will communicate those failures to the Post-master general, that proper steps may be taken to remedy the evil.
The trustees of the Transylvania Seminary, will meet in Lexington, on the 11th inst. by adjournment.
STRAYED OR STOLEN
FROM the subscriber, on the 25th of March, one mare and two horses. A reward of two dollars for each and reasonable charges will be allowed to whoever will deliver them in Millersburg. The mare is a bright bay color, has neither brand or mark, she is about 7 years old, and above 15 hands high, trots remarkably well and was lately shod round. One horse is the same age and size, brown bay, branded on the shoulder MB, the left hind foot swelled, and a small white mark in the forehead. The other horse is smaller, brown bay five years old, slender made, branded on the shoulder with a heart, and has remarkable long ears.
J. SAVARY. Millersburg, Hingston's fork. tf
Ten Dollars Reward To whoever will take up and bring home, to the subscriber living on Cane run, in Scott county, a mulatto man by the name of Major who eloped the 2d inst. about 20 years old, had on a striped short coat, yellow short breeches, a pair of twisted buckles has a piece out of the left side of his nose.
March 4. JOHN SUTTON. tf
Taken up by the subscriber in Fayette county, a bay horse, about 13 hands high, 8 years old, his near hind foot white, a small star in the forehead, some saddle spots, no brand perceivable, shod before. Appraised to $8.
GEO. BOSWELL. Feb. 2d. 1797. tf
NOTICE, THAT on the 20th day of May next, I shall attend with the commissioners appointed by the county court of Shelby, on an entry made in the name of Charles Seaman, for 1000 acres upon a treasury warrant, on the main branch of Drennen's lick creek, about 2 miles above the second fork of said creek, joining a preemption of James Hannah's on the south-west corner and running up said creek on both sides thereof for quantity, including a cabin built by Jacob Newland, then and there to take on oath, the depositions of such witnesses as shall be brought forward, to prove the improvement, boundaries or any special place called for in the aforesaid entry, and to do such other acts & things in the premises, as by the act of assembly in such case made and provided. Also, to prove James Hannah's entry on a pre-emption warrant of 1000 acres No. 978, about 6 miles up Drennen's lick creek, lying up the second fork of said creek, beginning about half a mile up, in the said fork, including a cabin built by Jacob Newland, also to include both branches of the said creek, and up for quantity, for the purpose of establishing Charles Seaman's entry, which calls to adjoin it on the south-west corner, and to do such other acts in said Hannah's claim as is required by law to perpetuate the same.
JOSEPH DUPUY, agent for Jonathan Seaman, who is heir to Chas. Seaman dec'd. March 25, 1797. 86* tf
A Saddle Lost. LAST night my horse broke loose in Lexington, and when I found him to-day, the saddle was gone—it was about half worn, with a red striped cloth, and a new surcingule with white edges, there was a fursuit coat tied on the saddle. Any person that has found the same and will leave them with Col. Patterson in Lexington, shall receive a generous reward.
ROBERT PATTERSON March 28. tf
NOTICE. THE partnership between Peter January, Thomas January and Peter January, jun. trading under the firm of PETER JANUARY, JUN. & Co. was dissolved, by mutual consent, the first of June last, and the books and papers thereof placed in the hands of Thomas January, for adjustment. The subscriber therefore now earnestly requests such persons as are indebted to the said co-partnership, to make immediate payment of their respective balances, in order that he may be enabled to discharge the debts due by the said firm.
THOS. JANUARY. March 20, 1797. tf
This is to give notice to all whom it may concern,—That Christopher Kiser dec'd. gave me a mortgage on all his property, and a power of attorney for me to act in his absence in the year 1786. The said Kiser was largely in debt, and I paid several judgments that were commenced against him there is a judgment now obtained against him and me by Samuel Snowden for the sum of 400l.—The executors for the said Christopher Kiser dec'd. refuses a settlement with me, which, if I cannot obtain by the first of May next, I shall take such necessary steps as the law directs.
4w MICHAEL COOKINDORFER.
All persons indebted to the estate of Richard Abbot dec. are requested to make immediate payment, and those who have any demands, to bring in their accounts properly authenticated, and I am ready to settle with them.
JONATHAN NIXON, Exor. March 9, 1797.
Taken up by the subscriber, living on cane run, near capt. Robert Marsh's, a yellow bay mare, about thirteen and a half hands high, six years old, neither docked nor branded, shod before, appraised to ten pounds.
ABRAHAM MINNIER. December 5. tf
Taken up by the subscriber, on Lulbulgrud, a black mare, judged to be 3 years old last spring, about thirteen and a half hands high, a small star in her forehead, branded on the left thigh E.C., appraised to 13l 10s.
WILLIAM HAZLERIG. January 24th, 1797.
FOR SALE, The tract of LAND on which I now live, lying about two miles from Lexington, near the Georgetown road, containing two hundred acres; it is well watered and timbered, about 50 acres cleared—the title indisputable. For terms apply to the subscriber who now resides on the premises.
FRANCIS DILL. March 24. tf
Blank Deeds for sale.
Six Dollars Reward. LOST from the plantation of Mr. Leonard Young, near Bryant's station, a black HORSE, five years old, fifteen hands high, trots, branded with O I believe on his near buttock, and a scar on his off hip. G. PENDE. G. ASS. Lexington. tf
NOTICE. ALL persons are hereby forewarned from taking an assignment of two bonds executed by me to William Davis of Woodford county: the one for the sum of one hundred pounds, payable in July last; the other for one hundred and forty-one pounds, some odd shillings, payable in September last. Also one other bond given by me to William Hamilton of the said county, for two hundred and fifty-two pounds, some odd shillings, payable in September next; as the said bonds were obtained from me by misrepresentation and fraudulent suggestions, and for which I have commenced a suit in the Franklin District Court, to set aside the contract, on account of fraud and misrepresentation.
JOHN GREENLEE. March 24, 1797. tf
FOR SALE, 10,000 ACRES OF LAND,
LYING in the wilderness on the road from this state to Virginia. Any person disposed to purchase the above tract of land, may know the terms by applying to the subscriber at Mr. Brent's tavern, who will be there until the 15th of April.
T. TREDWAY. Lexington, March 2, 1797. tf
At a court of Quarter Sessions held for the county of Hardin, the 28th day of February, 1797.
William Hardin, complainant,
AGAINST Christopher Maconico, Joseph Jones, Thomas Shore, John May, and Mary May, infant orphans of John May, dec. and the heirs of John Banister, dec. Defendants.
IN CHANCERY. THE defendants not having entered their appearance, agreeable to an act of assembly and the rules of this court; and it appearing, to the satisfaction of the court, that the defendants are no inhabitants of this state.—On the motion of the complainant, by his counsel, it is ordered, that the defendants do appear here on the fourth Tuesday in June next, and answer the complainant's bill; and that a copy of this order be published in the Kentucky Gazette for two months successively; and posted up at the door of John Vertree's in this county, where divine service is performed.
(A copy) Teste D. MAY, C. H. C. Q.
For sale, THE FOLLOWING TRACTS OF LAND.
ONE tract lying in the county of Campbell, on the waters of Locust creek, containing 2699 acres. One tract, lying on Long Lick creek, a branch of Rough creek, Hardin county, about seven miles from Hardin settlement, containing 2500 acres.
The above lands will be disposed of on moderate terms; one half of the purchase money to be paid down, for the other a credit of twelve months will be given; the purchaser giving bond with approved security. Any person inclined to purchase, may know the terms by applying to Capt. Robt. Craddock in Danville, or JOHN W. HOLT, atto. in fact for THOS. HOLT.
Ten Dollars reward.
STOLEN out of the subscriber's stable in Lexington; early last evening, a bright bay HORSE, five years old, fourteen and a half hands high, branded JC or JG (I am not certain which) some saddle spots, I do not recollect any other other mark; paces and trots, if led up to a log or stump will step upon it if within his reach, he was purchased last week of a Mr. Gist of Franklin county. The above reward will be given for the thief if brought to justice, or five dollars for the horse on his being delivered to
BEN: STOUT. March 14, 1797. tf
WHEREAS, John Burns of Frankfort, has obtained by way of deception, two obligations of mine, one of them is for the sum of thirty pounds to be paid in Whiskey, the other for the sum of about fifteen pounds in Cash payable in April next—I hereby forewarn all persons from taking an assignment on either of said obligations as I am determined not to pay it until compelled by law, as I think myself much imposed on.
GEORGE ROWLAND. March 13, 1797. 3w
WHEREAS, a certain Daniel Callaghan, about 5 years ago, sold me a tract of land lying about one mile below Riddle's old station, and known by the name of Callaghan's settlement and preemption; and as I understand he is now offering said land for sale, I hereby forewarn all persons from purchasing the same, as I have said Callaghan's bond for the land.
Charles Ewing. March 30. tf
MEDLEY, NOW RISING FIVE YEARS OLD, A BEAUTIFUL dapple gray, full fifteen hands and a half high, will stand at my stable on Jelamine, and will cover mares at five dollars the single leap, the money paid down,—eight dollars the season, the cash sent with the mare,—or ten dollars payable the first of August, at which time the season will expire,—or sixteen dollars to ensure a mare with foal.
MEDLEY was bred by Thomas Wilkinson Esq. of New-Kent county, Virginia. His dam was esteemed one of the finest mares ever raised in that state. He was got by Hart's imported Medley, his dam by the thoroughbred horse Godolphin, his grand dam was a full bred double Janus mare. Good pasturage gratis, but will not be answerable for accident.
N. LEWIS. March 28, 1797.
** I will run Medley against any untried covering horse in this state, for £500 the four mile heats, at Lexington, agreeable to the rules of that place.
Lucy Gray Having some time since been solicited by many of her friends to open a SCHOOL for the instruction of young ladies in the knowledge of Reading, Writing, and the various branches of Needle-Work, also, the art of Drawing Sprigs, flowers, &c. for the use of the needle,
Takes the liberty of informing the public through the channel of the Kentucky Gazette, that if she can get between six and twelve genteel scholars, she will open school on the 1st day of May next, at the house of James Gray about four miles from Lexington, where she will provide good board, walking and lodging. Her price for tuition, board, &c. will be four pounds per quarter for such ladies as please to favor her with their custom.
Stowe, March 24, 1797. Mrs. Gray would also inform the ladies of Kentucky, that she writes the Italian hand in the neatest manner, and if required, will teach the most useful rules of Arithmetic. 34
At the sign of Andrew M'Calla's Apothecary's Shop,
Near the Stray Pen, Lexington, to be sold by whole sale, the following articles for making FRENCH BRANDY, GIN & CORDIALS, (Viz.)
Oil of vitriol, Pimento, Japan earth, Red saunders, Orrice root, Coriander seed, Sweet spirit of nitre, Carraway seed, Anise seed, Orange peel, White Canella bark, Juniper berries.
ALSO an excellent still, holding some less than four hundred gallons, with a pewter worm with ten turns, and about seven hundred weight of iron materials for setting it up.—The whole of which will be sold together on very low terms, and if thus sold, receipts for making the above liquors will be given gratis, but if divided, the above ingredients must be proportioned to each purchaser.
ALSO a FARM, of one hundred acres or upwards, on the waters of Tates creek—It is but one mile and a half from Winters's mills, and four miles from the Kentucky River, four acres of which is excellent timothy meadow, a very good new hewn log house, nearly two stories high, with an excellent spring not ten rods from the house, and a good spring house, also a good stable, sufficiently large for four horses: on the said plantation there is a good public mill seat, and two branches sufficiently large to erect a mill large enough to carry on the brewing or distilling business. The place will be sold cheap, as the possessor is in want of money.
N. B. The title indisputable.
Twenty Dollars reward.
STOLEN from the subscriber early this morning, living eight miles from Frankfort on the Shelby road,
A BAY HORSE, fourteen hands high, six years old, Roman nose, small star in his forehead and a large snip on his nose, a saddle spot on his near side. The man who stole him is of the following description or, viz. about 5 feet 10 inches high, of a thin village, had on a light coloured surcoat, white calmer waistcoat and breeches, and an old white hat. Whoever secures said thief so that he be brought to justice, and delivers the horse to me, shall receive the above reward, or ten dollars for either thief or horse.
ELI DAVIS. April 4, 1797. tf
THREE DOLLARS REWARD. LOST in Lexington, at February court, two books of accounts kept for the Livery stable in said town. Whoever delivers said books to Col. Trotter in Lexington, or the subscriber shall receive the above reward.
JOHN KENNEDY. March 14. tf
MISSING,
ACRATE of QUEENS WARE, containing blue edged plates and dishes, coffee pots, tea pots, coffee cups and saucers, tea cups and saucers, bowls &c. It was landed out of the horse boat, and stored with Mr. Taylor, at Limestone. Any information respecting it will be thankfully received by
WILLIAM WEST. Lexington, 17th March.
N. B. The bowls and tea cups, were assorted colours. tf

SACRED TO THE MUSES.
ON THE RETURN OF SPRING.
Again sweet Nature o'er the sod Flings her daisied mantle gay; Whilst around in wanton mood, Light-foot loves and graces play.
Hark! the early shepherds sing Rural ditties to the morn; Whilst the breath of rosy spring, Gently cheers the dew-wet thorn.
Up the merry laverock springs! O'er the grass the lambie studs; Whilst the mavis sweetly sings, Flaunting thro' unnumbered buds.
But what can nature's sweets impart? Flow'ry mead or vernal grove, Since the maid who stole my heart, Beauteous Delia fliehts my love?
A traveller walking by the side of the river Severn, asked a countryman what they called that river? he answered, that they never had occasion to call it, for it always came without calling.
THAT BEAUTIFUL HORSE CALLED
Nebuchadnezzar,
A Full half Dray, will stand at my stable, at the sign of the Indian King, on main street, Lexington; he is a beautiful black, mixed with a lit- tle gray, four years old, about sixteen hands one inch high; his father was a full Dray of the largest size (who was imported by General Williams, Balti- more) his dam a full blooded import- ed English mare.
Nebuchadnezzar will stand at five dollars the season, payable in mer- chantable produce, delivered in Lex- ington. Any gentleman who may choose to send mares any distance, may have pasturage at three shillings per week during the season, but I will not be liable for escapes or accidents.
G. ADAMS.
March 1, 1797.
ACTÆON,
THE CELEBRATED FOUR MILE HORSE, WHOSE abilities have been proved to the satisfaction of the pub- lic, as a horse of speed and bottom. Actæon is a beautiful sorrel, fifteen hands high, fine for the saddle, and I warrant him a fine foal getter; he will cover mares this spring at Obed Hau- cock's, in Woodford county, at Two Dollars and a half the Leap, Four Dollars Cash, or Five Dollars in Pro- perty, the Season, and will Ensure mares with foal for Eight Dollars.
SIMEON BUFORD, AND OBED HANCOCK.
PEDIGREE.
ACTÆON's sire and dam, were full brother and sister, they were got by col. Dandridge's famous horse Fearnought, their dam was got by the old imported horse Fearnought, their granddam was got by old Jolly Roger. out of a fine mare, brought from Eng- land by the late col. John Chiswell.
PERFORMANCE.
ACTÆON run a match on the fif- teenth day of September last with the great running horse, Bumpard, from Virginia, and beat him with ease two hundred yards in a four mile heat.— Bumpard must have been in great or- der, as the party who bet on him, gave a distance, and bets were two to one against Actæon.
BUMPARD'S PERFORMANCE.
FROM A PRINTED ADVERTISEMENT. HE won a purse the fall he was three years old at New-Market, beating Mr. Adkin's Gray, Mr. Worsham's Medley, Mr. Jone's Flimnap, Dr. Dickinson's Nutcracker, &c. The fall he was four years old, he run for a purse at New-Market, against Col. Ash's Roe- buck, Bellair, &c. Roe-buck won the first heat, Bellair the second, and dis- tanced all the horses that started ex- cept Bumpard; he started for the third heat, and run up within twelve feet of Bellair. Eight days from that time he run at Cabbins Point, and dis- tanced the field. The fall he was five years old he run a match two miles, and won it with ease, and the fall he was seven years old ACTÆON BEAT HIM as above.
NOTICE, to those whom it may concern—That whereas I have purchased of Richard Chinnoweth of Jefferson county, an arbitration bond on Col. Wm. Fleming of Virginia, and have given him in exchange, my due- bill for fifty-six pounds in merchan- dise; but have been credibly inform- ed since, that there is a deception in the bond, this is to forewarn any per- son from trading for or taking an as- signment on the said due-bill, as I am determined not to discharge it until I hear to the contrary.
JOHN CLAY.
LAND FOR SALE.
THE SUBSCRIBER HAS several tracts of Land in dif- ferent parts of Kentucky, for sale, which he will dispose of reasona- bly.
JOHN CLAY.
Lexington, 1796.
Just Arrived at Limestone,
And will be opened in the course of the ensuing week, at the subscriber's store in Lexington, a large and ge- neral assortment of
MERCHANDISE,
Suited to the present and approaching season;
Which will be sold, wholesale or retail, on the lowest terms for cash, or the following articles of produce: flour, kiln-dried indian meal, hemp, wheat, rye, corn, barley, oats, bacon, butter in firkins, tallow, whiskey, peach brandy, feathers, beeswax, country made sugar and linen, or any other articles of produce that can be made to answer the Orleans market.
SAM. PRICE, & Co.
Feb. 18, 1797.
NEW ORLEANS.
THE Subscribers will engage a number of Able Bodied MEN, to conduct their Boats to New Orleans. Liberal wages will be given— Apply to
SEITZ & LAUMAN.
A generous price will be given for clean WHEAT, HEMP, and TALLOW, in MER- CHANDISE. Apply as above.
Lexington, November 25.
FRESH GOODS.
Just received and now opened, by JAMES TROTTER, At his Store in Lexington, A large and general assortment of
Merchandise,
Which will be sold on the lowest terms for Cash and Country made Linen and Sugar.
March 10.
NOTICE,
THAT agreeably to a law passed last session of assembly, the subscri- bers intend to make application to the county, court of Shelby, in May next, to establish a town on their land on the Ohio, at the mouth of Eigh- teen mile creek.
A proportionate number of LOTS in every part of said Town, will be sold at the following times and places: (viz) On the premises, on Thursday, the 3d of August if fair, if not, on the next fair day; at Bairdstown, on the 8th, (it being court day,) and at Frankfort, on the 15th, (being also court day.) Twelve months credit will be given, the purchasers giving bond and approved security.
JOSEPH DUPUY, HERMAN BOWMAR.
February 8, 1797. 2am3m,f. P.S. Any person wishing to settle sooner, may contract privately. Ad- vantageous leases will be given for the lands adjoining the town. No sales to be held pursuant to the form- er notice it having been found illegal.
J. D. H. B.
Public Notice,
That we shall on the first day of May court next, for the county of Jefferson, move the said court for leave to establish a town on a tract of land of the subscribers' lying in said county, on the sinking fork of Bear- grass, where the main road from the seat of government to Louisville cross- es the same.
WILLIAM CHAMBERS, PHILIP BUCKNER.
Blank Subpoenas for Quarter Ses- sion Court clerks.
TO BE LET
FOR the term of three years, the Plantation I formerly lived on, si- tuate in the county of Mercer and on Chaplain's fork (between widow Har- bison's and Thomas Harbison's) on the road leading from the Knob lick to Bairdstown—near sixty acres well cleared, fifteen of which are set with timothy grass, four acres of an apple and peach orchard, with necessary buildings, and an excellent spring— for terms apply to Samuel Ewing esq. living near the premises.
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WM. M'BRYERS.
THIS is to inform the public, that Fulling and Dying in its various branches is carried on by the subscri- ber, in Fayette county near Todd's ferry on the Kentucky river—all those who will please to favour him with their custom, may depend on having their work done in the neatest and best manner and on the shortest notice.
Woolen Cotton or linen thread dy- ed blue or green.
JOHN M'MILLIN.
N. B. he takes in cloth at capt. Sharp's, in Woodford the first Tuesday in every month; also in Lexington at C & H. Curner's the second Tuesday in every month.
STRAYED OR STOLEN.
FROM Mr. Haydon's near Frank- fort, on the night of the 17th of lastmonth, a dark bay HORSE, rising 15 hands high, 6 or 7 years old, if any brands I have forgot them, he is on one of his fore legs from his ancle down, very gray, a lump on his back, about the size of a hen egg, occasioned by an old hurt, but now perfectly well —he trots and canters tolerable well, but when trotting, rises rather low be- hind, paces some, rises well before, though carries his head low, I am told there was a man passed through Shelbyville the next morning after the horse was missing, on such a horse, and from the circumstance, I am in- duced to believe he was on him. If any one will bring the said horse to me in Washington county, or secure him so that I get him, shall be hand- somely rewarded, and doubly for the thief.
MATTHEW WALTON.
December 15, 1796.
Wanted to Hire,
SEVERAL ABLE BODIED MEN, TO WORK IN A BRICK YARD,
WHO shall receive good treatment and generous wages.—White men, or those accustomed to working in a brick yard will be preferred Apply to
JOHN BOB.
Lexington, Feb. 25.
PUBLIC JAIL.
The Commissioners appointed by the Court of Fayette county to superintend the bail- ing of a JAIL for the said county and district will meet at the house of Mr. Mcgowan in the town of Lexington, on Tuesday the eleventh day of April next in order to present a plan of said jail to such person or persons as may incline to undertake the building—And on the eighteenth of the same month they will again meet at the same place in order to re- ceive proposals, and enter into contract for erecting said jail agreeably to the plan so presented.
James Trotter, Leonard Young, John Parker, Andrew M'Calla. } Comm
March 17.
THE SUBSCRIBER
HAVING engaged a workman from Philadelphia, perfectly acquainted with manufacturing Cord- age in all its different branches, is determined to engage extensively in that business; he will therefore give the highest prices for good well cleaned HEMP and TANN, and generous wages to all such TOUR- NEYMEN Rope Makers as can come well recom- mended for their sobriety and industry. He would also wish to take a number of boys from twelve to fif- teen years of age, as APPRENTICES to the said business, who shall be well clothed and comfortably boarded in the family of Mr. Dodge the manager, who has come forward highly recommended as a man of character, and perfectly well acquainted with the management of a rope walk, and whom the subscri- ber has taken into partnership. As this species of manufacture will probably be continued and greatly ex- tended in the western country, and as it is an easy and decent employment, it is hoped that many will be dis- posed to be instructed in so useful a branch of busi- ness.
THOMAS HART.
CASH will also be given for a quantity of HEMP SEED of the last year's growth.
March 18, 1797.
Wanted to Hire.
A number of able bodied men to manage boats to New-Orleans;
To whom generous wages will be given.— Enquire at the store of Sam. Price & Co. or R. Elliot & Co.
Richard Coleman,
TAKES this method of returning his grateful thanks to his former customers; and begs leave to inform them and the public in general, that he has removed to that commodious house lately occupied by Capt. Wal- ker Baylor, on Short street, in this place; where he will continue to keep good entertainment for man and horse. He would wish to take a few genteel boarders.
Lexington, March 6.
N. B. The subscriber begs leave to inform his friends, that he would wish to take a few standing horses, as he is furnished with the best oster in Kentucky.
R. COLEMAN.
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE just received and are now opening at their Store in Lexington, a large and gene- ral assortment of
MERCHANDIZE,
WHICH they will sell low for Cash, Hemp Wheat, Butter, Hog's Lard, Tobacco Tallow and Tar; all which they will give the highest price for, at their Store in Lexington Cynthiana, E. Winters's Mills at the mouth of Tate's Creek, or any Ware House on the Ken- tucky River.
MOODY & DOWNING
December 19, 1796.
To the Patrons of Literature.
HAVING with infinite concern ob- served the little attention that is paid to the instruction of youth in the grammatical principles of the En- glish language in most of our schools, both in town and country; I find af- ter the most accurate enquiry into the state of the case, and deliberate inves- tigation of the subject, that this enor- mous neglect must be principally at- tributed to the manner in which the fundamental & indispensably necessary science has hitherto been treated.
There are indeed a few systems ex- tant which merit a considerable de- gree of esteem; but these being ori- ginally designed for young men who have been initiated in classical studies, are consequently unfit for the infor- mation of the ignorant, and entirely above the capacities of children.
The majority of treatises which have heretofore been published on this subject, are written in such a latinized, drolix and circumlocutory style, that they are almost (if not altogether) unintelligible not only to pupils, but also to teachers who have ever been fa- vored with a liberal education: as for those few more philanthropic writers, who have condescended to write for general information, they have done it in so loose, superficial and unsystematic a manner, that their performances are utterly inad- equate to answer the end proposed.
In order therefore, to remove these difficulties—clear all obstructions from the way of the learner, and, in a word, render all persons inexcusa- ble, who will not acquaint themselves with the constituent principles of their Mother Tongue; I propose pub- lishing a concise and comprehensive system, equally free from an unneces- sary prolixity and an abstruse brevity: my whole ambition being to mer- it the approbation and encouragement of my fellow citizens, by endeavor- ing to promote a more general diffu- sion of grammatical knowledge amongst all classes, and particularly those who may not have an opportunity of learn- ing the grammar of other languages.
CONDITIONS.
I. The work shall be comprised in a small duodecimo volume, printed with a good type and neatly bound in boards—price Forty-One & Two Thirds Cents, the one half to be paid at the time of subscribing, and the remaining half on the delivery of the work. II. Whoever shall procure twenty sub- scribers, shall be entitled to one co- py, extra. III. As soon as five hundred subscri- bers are obtained, the work shall be immediately put to press. IV. If the above number of subscri- bers be not procured before the 25th of May next, the money received shall be punctually returned to each subscriber. V. The subscribers names shall be prefixed as patrons of the work.
S. WILSON. * * Subscriptions received at the of- fice of the Kentucky Gazette, and by all those entrusted with subscription papers.