The Kentucky gazette (Lexington [Ky.]), 1797-01-14 00:00:00

THE KENTUCKY GAZETTE.
NUMBER 488.]
SATURDAY, January 14, 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.
TO THE Patrons of the Kentucky Gazette.
Fellow Citizens:
IT is with peculiar pleasure I now present to you the first number of the KENTUCKY GAZETTE on the plan lately proposed. As the circumstances which at first gave birth to this Paper, are unknown to the greater part of its present Patrons; it may not be disagreeable to any of them, to take a retrospective view of its origin and progress, as well as the motives that first induced me to undertake the business of a Printer.
In the year 1786, whilst a Convention of the Citizens of Kentucky by their Delegates, were deliberating on the propriety of separating from the State of Virginia, the want of a proper channel through which to communicate to the people at large, political sentiments on a subject so extremely interesting to them, and in which unanimity was so very necessary; induced them to appoint a committee of their own body, to encourage a Printer to settle in the District. The critical situation in which the District of Kentucky was at that time placed, by being surrounded on every side by a cruel and savage foe, and which almost put an entire stop to emigration, consequently to the influx of a sufficient circulating medium; occasioned a belief, that no encouragement could be given by the committee that would procure a Printer to remove to Kentucky: this belief was much strengthened by an unsuccessful attempt which had been made by sundry gentlemen, to procure a Mr. Miles Hunter (a Printer) to settle in this country, who refused, unless he could have secured to him certain stipulated emoluments, to continue for a given time, which they would not venture to promise.
Having duly weighed all the circumstances, and from a confidence in my own mechanical talents (notwithstanding I had not the least knowledge of the printing business) together with a belief that I could execute the business on a small scale, until I should be able to instruct my sons (of which I had five) added to the prospect of future advantages to them and myself; I was prompted to make a tender of my services to the committee.—They accepted them and made report thereof to the Convention, who concurred with their committee, and as the highest mark of approbation, gave me their unanimous promise of patronage.
Satisfied of having obtained every encouragement that I had a right to expect, or that they as a body had power to grant, and in which I had the fullest confidence, employed every possible means in my power to perform the engagements made on my part; and on the 11th day of August, 1787, presented to the world, the first number of the KENTUCKY GAZETTE. It is impossible to express the grateful sensations I experienced at the approbation with which it was received by its patrons; notwithstanding its almost innumerable imperfections—what a striking difference between that paper, and the one now before you!
From the great scarcity of money, and low state of population at that time, I was enabled to procure about 180 subscribers only; notwithstanding which, and the high prices of every article used in the prosecution of the business, I was determined to persevere, if possible: And although the whole of my income was not sufficient to procure the imported articles necessarily employed; yet from the friendly assistance which I received from the Merchants of Lexington, I was enabled to continue the paper on that small scale, until the 17th of September, 1791.
Two important events which took place about that time, gave birth to that of a remarkable change in the KENTUCKY GAZETTE: One of which was, permission from Congress to the citizens of Kentucky to carry volunteer expeditions against the Indians at
the expence of the Union, which before had been forbidden at any rate. The other, a separation of the District of Kentucky from the State of Virginia, its admission into the Federal Union, and the electing of a Convention to frame a Constitution. These expeditions occasioned an influx of money into the District; and the admission of Kentucky into the Federal Union as an independent State, together with the framing a Constitution for its Government, presented a new field for political disquisitions, in which every citizen was deeply interested, and for which purpose the Paper was enlarged from a half sheet to a sheet. What effect the free circulation of thoughts and opinions in this Paper had, in producing those events, I shall not pretend to determine: The events were produced, the Paper enlarged, and within a few weeks after, the number of subscribers to it doubled.—For whilst one of those events put into the hands of the citizens the means of procuring; the other created the necessity of acquiring political information. No person, except he has been in a similar situation, can conceive the heartfelt satisfaction which I at that time experienced, from so pleasing a prospect, as that of having it shortly in my power, to discharge those debts necessarily contracted for the support of the Paper, and which had been increasing from its commencement; nor was I deceived in my expectations, for the liberal encouragement then given it enabled me in the course of two years, not only to defray the expence thereof, but also to discharge those debts contracted for its support in the four preceding ones, and prevented me from abandoning it as a ruinous project, which at that time I had serious thoughts of doing. If a knowledge of past events is a good criterion by which we can judge of future, there can be no doubt of the success that will attend the alteration made in this paper; for the critical situation in which the United States are at this time placed, in consequence of their treaties with France and England, and the late conduct of those two nations towards them; must be interesting, and awaken an anxiety of the first magnitude in the minds of every description of citizens, to relieve which, demands more room than my former plan afforded; especially when we consider that our interests are so interwoven with the policy of the European world as to make it necessary to pay particular attention to their transactions, as well as the conduct of the American Government.
More than nine years experience, has convinced me that Impartiality forms one of the most valuable traits in the character of a News Paper Printer; and notwithstanding it has some times operated as a partial disadvantage; duty and interest have continually prompted me unalterably to pursue it.—The discussion of political subjects is an advantage of importance to society (especially when the object is the public good) and ought to be encouraged; but when the object is party ill will or personal resentment, it ought to be rejected.
I feel it my indispensable duty to return my sincere thanks to all who have encouraged this Paper; and more especially those who were its first Patrons, few of whom have failed to continue its constant supporters. To you it is the public are indebted, not only for the birth and existence of the first News Paper ever published in Kentucky; but for all the advantages the Community have derived from a free circulation of political opinions, at times when they were deemed most proper, for the interest and happiness of this part of the Western World. Under the auspices of your patronage, you have seen the progress of the KENTUCKY GAZETTE, until it has obtained a rank of equality with most Papers published in the United States; and perhaps superior to almost any in the world, whose origin and progress have been marked with equal disadvantages. And as I ever have, shall still continue, to make use of my best abilities to contribute to its usefulness, which
can only succeed under your approbation; to gain which, shall be the constant study of
The public's most obedient, Humble servant.
J. BRADFORD.
Lexington, Jan. 4, 1797.
From the Aurora.
COMMUNICATION.
The sapient editor of the New-York Minerva, Dr. Webster, seems to have nothing else to do but to enter into wild, incoherent, absurd, and nonsensical rhapsodies against the French Republic.—What the amount of his salary is for panegyricising Great Britain, & scribbling philippics against France, remains with the editor himself to solve. It would no doubt, gratify the public to know the exact amount. In his Minerva of the 24th instant, he has again mounted his hobby-horse, and in his mad career endeavors to spatter with his mud the republicans of France for having dared to pursue the Americans into their own territories. He introduces his subject by a philippic against the governors of Massachusetts and Vermont, for recommending to the people of those states to pray "for the success of our allies." "These governors, says the literary ephemeron, are very honest men, but are thought to have more of the "whig" in their constitutions, than of the "statesman." If the first part of the remark applied to the editor, he would neither shew himself the inveterate enemy of the French Revolution, nor make his paper the vehicle of falsehood and calumny against our allies. The character of a whig seems to offend the British champion, and he appears more disposed to commend the principles of Machiavel, than those which accomplished the American Revolution. It would be offering insult to the talents of Machiavel to class him with the editor, it is only in principle that the similitude is discoverable.—Noah is a member of the chamber of Committee of New-York, and to have been a whig would be no passport to their favor. Noah is patronized by old tories and British agents, a whig therefore must be an odious thing in his eyes. Noah is a tool of a Cidevant Secretary, no wonder then that a whig should be such a bug-bear to him. Noah and Billy Wilcocks are a duo virate—they are the dunghill cocks of a faction, and they feel as much repugnance to a whig as a turkey does to a game cock. As long as France acted on the defensive, Noah says they were justifiable, but no sooner did she dare to send her armies into the territories, than they ought to be anatomized. Whether this ridiculous reverie ought to excite contempt, or inspire pity, is yet a question; it betrays such consummate ignorance, or such barefaced folly, that the emotions must be as equivocal as the editor himself. In repelling the slaves of the combined tyrants from her dominions, France was right, but in pursuing them into their own territories, and endeavouring to prevent them from any further invasion, she was wrong. This is Noah's logic. He has introduced a new system of military tactics, and a new code for nations. Hitherto it has been deemed justifiable to pursue an enemy, to invade his country, and by all means not absolutely prohibited by the rules of war, endeavor to prevent him from doing further injury; but Noah contravenes the established rule, because his friends are the sufferers, and wishes the armies of France should return to their own country to make a war of self-defence, that is to give the combined powers an opportunity of rallying and invading the Republic again. "France," says Noah, "is now the aggressor, and on the same moral and political principles which warranted us in praying for the Emperor's defeat, when he invaded France, we ought now to pray for the defeat of the French armies that have invaded Germany." Noah, like some of the lawn fleeced gentry in England, may be well paid for his prayers, but we have, as yet, no evidence of their efficacy.
He has prayed and prophesied, and the armies of the French Republic are notwithstanding triumphant.
What a friend to the emancipation of Europe, is not the editor of the Minerva, when he so piously exhorts us to pray for the defeat of the French Republic! The milk of human kindness had surely taken possession of his veins, or he would not be so emphatic in his prayers for the triumphs of despotism!
"With respect to England, France was unequivocally the aggressor," says Noah. It would be indecorous to use rash language to a man of his cut, or he might be told that he asserted a falsehood. Whether ignorance or downright depravity engender such assertions, is rather difficult to understand. This man values himself upon being classed with literary characters, and yet his remarks show him to be scarcely the wipsyllabub of information. England was the aggressor, and virtually declared war against France first. In the commercial treaty between the two countries, the recalling or sending away an ambassador was to be considered as a rupture, Lord Gower was recalled by the British ministry, and Mr. Chauvelin was ordered to quit Great Britain, and yet Noah tells us France was the aggressor. Uncommon pains were taken by the executive council to maintain a good understanding with Great Britain, but such was the influence and brutality of the ministry, that nothing but war would satisfy them, and however offensive it may be to Bishop Noah, however he may deem it a prayer for "ambition and tyranny," I pray most sincerely, and every honest American will join with me in it, that the war may continue, and France triumph, till Great Britain becomes a Republic.
From the same Paper.
FROM A CORRESPONDENT.
The effrontery of the British faction the "federal republicans," is equal to their baseness. Not content with intercepting the returns of Westmoreland and Fayette counties, and delaying them for a week, but they must go farther, and abuse the governor for not sanctioning villainy by a premature proclamation. Had the "friends of order and good government" permitted the returns to arrive in time, the governor would not then have been under the necessity of exercising a sound and just discretion; but as well might he be censured for directing the execution of a sentence against a culprit, as for suspending his proclamation. In the one case his duty compels him to punish villainy, and in the other to defeat it.
If ever a man deserved well of his country, the governor does. He resisted the most impertinent importunities to hurry him into an unjust measure, and if any fault can be imputed to him, his forbearance to a parcel of intruders; who wished him to counteract the voice of the people, can alone be cited. With what face the "federal republicans" could attempt to bore the government into their measures, must remain with themselves to explain. Never was a more barefaced attempt made upon the rights of the people, than on this occasion, and never were they resisted with more dignified firmness and just regard to principle.
It was truly laughable to see a set of men teaching the governor his duty, who are supremely ignorant of both law and gospel. It is not every pettifogger who can bawl at a county court, that is acquainted with law, or that understands the broad principles which ought to govern the conduct of a chief magistrate. As well might two cocks fighting in a cock-pit be said to furnish lessons for an army. The indecency and indecency of men, possessed barely of common-place information, assuming to themselves the right of dictating to the governor, or substituting their opinions for his, must be considered as among the scandalous means which "federal republicans" employ to accomplish their purpose.

SALEM, Nov. 22.
SAILING OF A SPANISH FLEET.
Capt. Maeford, arrived here on Sunday last, from Cadiz, he failed on the 26th Sept. in company with a Spanish fleet, of 22 sail of the line, and 18 frigates and sloops of war, reported to be bound to Carthagena, they were to be joined by 7 sail of the line, and 10 sail of the line. The admiral's ship carried 152 guns.
While capt. M. lay at Cadiz, two Portuguese ships of about 500 tons each, from the Brazils, were sent in there as prizes. They were very valuable, and captured by a French privateer schooner of 16 guns, said to be in part owned by Capt. Barney.
OF THE CAPTURE OF ADMIRAL JERVIS.
Capt. Pedrick, of the brig Fox, arrived at Marblehead on Sunday last, from Lisbon. He failed in company with Capt. Myrick, of Boston, who brings the important intelligence of the capture of Admiral Jervis's fleet, &c. We have seen two gentlemen of veracity from Marblehead, who conversed with Capt. Pedrick, and made the usual enquiries for news on an arrival, & he did not even mention the important report brought by capt. Myrick. He was not asked particularly the question, relative to the capture of Jervis's fleet, because at the time the report was not in circulation—but it is certainly very singular, that Capt. Pedrick heard nothing of the important intelligence, or if he did made no mention of it—We must wait patiently, for the arrival of the ship at Boston, which was to sail next day after Capt. Myrick, for confirmation or contradiction of this highly important report.
BOSTON, November 21.
Copy of a letter from S. Cabor, Esq. to Messrs. E. Davis and Son, of this town, dated
London, September 24, 1796.
"I avail myself of the first opportunity to hand you a list of several cases that cannot be decided until there is produced here the process, or proceedings of Courts in the West Indies, Bermuda, &c. verified by the signature of the Rigister of the court where the trial was had. The larger part of the adjudicated causes will be delayed for want of proper documents. The board of Commissioners has been completed by the election of Mr. Trumbull; they advertise to meet on the 10th of October next."
List—Brigs, Friendship, and Cargo; Speedwell, do; Sch'r. Ann, and Cargo; Neuter, do; America do; and Sloop Neptune and Cargo—of Boston.
November 22.
Probable consequences of the Capture of the British fleet, with some remarks.
The intelligence brought from Lisbon is authentic (of which there seems little room for doubt) is the greatest blow ever given to the British navy. The greatest number of ships which we remember to have been lost in the English history does not exceed four or five sail of the line—But here is a powerful fleet consisting of 7 sail of the line, besides frigates destined for an important expedition, with transports full of provisions and troops taken at a time when the loss is irreparable, when if their place is supplied the channel fleet is weakened and England, Scotland, and Ireland, laid open to the descent. At the lowest calculation, these ships of war and transports required 10,000 seamen to navigate them, and if they had on board, as we are told, the troops withdrawn from Co. Sica they could not have amounted to less than six or seven thousand men. Here is a fleet and army lost—now let us look at the consequences—England has lost the commerce of the Mediterranean, consequently all her influence there—Gibraltar (to reinforce which this fleet was destined) is left unprepared for siege—her funds must feel a depression that will render a bankruptcy almost inevitable, her naval reputation will be sunk in the estimation, and by a junction of the French, Spanish, and Dutch fleets; her Channel fleet will be out numbered. The alarm spread over England by an event unparalleled in the annals of naval affairs, will terrify the most intrepid administration, the whole plan of the minister will be deranged—in fact the consequences are incalculable.
NEW-YORK, Nov. 20.
Extract of a letter from an American gentleman at Malaga, dated October 12, 1796, to his correspondent in New-York, per the Schooner Lark, arrived at this port a few days past, in a short Passage.
"War has been declared by Spain, against England, and already have several captures been made by both parties. Admiral Mann in coming from Italy, with a squadron of seven sail of the line, was chased by the Spanish fleet of seventeen sail, within 3 or 4 leagues of Gibraltar, but fortunately for Mann, he lost but one transport with sick Englishmen, and one brig loaded with sulphur."
The extract of a letter from Malaga, this day inserted, leads us to question the authenticity of the news by Capt. Myrick, of the capture of Admiral Jervis. At the date of the letter, a young man belonging to a mercantile house in this city, had just returned from Alicante—and nothing of the fate of Admiral Jervis is mentioned. Other circumstances however, favor the truth of this intelligence.
Almost every arrival from Europe, announces some new success of the French nation, in abridging the commerce of Great Britain. The treaty with the king of Naples, seems indeed to have had that object principally in view.—The English can now enter scarcely a single port between Gibraltar and the Gulf of Venice. Corsica, and a small port in the Tuscan territory, port Farjo, are all the harbors left to their shipping, and the latter was seized by force, by way of retaliation for the seizure of Leghorn by the French.
The article from Malaga, indicates that the Spanish court has yielded to the views of France, and demands of all merchants an account of British property in their hands, probably with a view to confiscation.
The British fleet in the Mediterranean is in a perilous situation, the Spanish fleet which has passed the Straits, with the French Toulon fleet, will make a formidable force of more than 40 ships of the line, double to Admiral Jervis's force.
The object of Richery's expedition to Newfoundland seems now explained; it was to excite diversion to the British naval force, and render it difficult, or impossible for the ministry to send an adequate reinforcement to admiral Jervis.
Admiral Curtis with seven ships of the line, is hunting for Richery, when those ships are wanted in the Mediterranean, to assist admiral Jervis.
Whether the united fleets of France, Spain and Holland, will ultimately be a match for the British navy, time will determine. But that the French stratemagem will be an overmatch for the heads of the British ministry, there is no reason to question.
A gentleman from St. Bartholomews, who left that island 15 days ago, informs, that Victor Hughes, had made a demand for the delivering up all the French emigrants there; this demand has been refused, on which a second message was sent, declaring, that unless the first was complied with, he would immediately invade the island, and take possession of it for the French Republic. The inhabitants were in the utmost consternation. Victor Hughes's cruizers cover the sea in that quarter.
There can be little doubt that the French Directory are manœuvring to shut out all British commerce from the United States. War with us they do not desire—they cannot muster excuses for any hostile attempts by force of arms: but their inveteracy towards the English, and the whole system of their policy since their victorious armies have entered Italy, are strong proofs that no intrigue, no stratagem, no menaces will be spared to bring the government of the United States to consent to some conditions of alliance with France, which shall impose restrictions on our trade with Great Britain. Indeed, if they succeed in reducing Austria to their own terms of peace, and continue to dictate to all the states of Italy, to Spain, to Portugal and Holland, we may be assured they will soon raise their tone to this country, and demand a total exclusion of British vessels from our ports. There is full evidence that they with this—and if circumstances in Europe favor their views, there is no reasonable ground to believe we shall get rid of their threats and opportunities, with any terms short of that point.
Should the demands of the French ever rise to that pitch, they will enkindle a spirit of whigism that has not appeared since the year 1783.
The United States do not hold their independence at the mercy of the French nation. Their agents delight to insult us with suggestions of this dependence, but the people of America despise them. We resisted the unjust claims of Great Britain, and fought our way to independence. We did not throw off one foreign yoke to take another on our necks. We will neither be slaves of Great Britain nor of France. We will be free and independent Americans.
What though some boys or ignorant deluded people have the means to wear a tri-colored badge, or hoist the French Flag over the American. No man of spirit, but despise the trick. No man that has a soul, animated by a spark of patriotism, approves of this degrading servility to any nation. It is enough that we are Americans—that we have a country of our own—that we have property, rights and duties—Independent of Europe, and all the intrigues, cabals, competitions and corruptions of her governments. Europe is all covered with tyranny, ignorance and vicious habits. Our pride and our duty should be to keep ourselves detached from all the jarring interests, which, for years to come, must keep Europe in perpetual agitation. That freedom and the dignity of man may gain ground in the ferment, in our most ardent desire; but never let our own freedom depend on the fate of a foreign contest.
BALTIMORE, Dec. 2.
It is reported that the British packet is returned to New-York, having met off the Hook, a fleet of men of war. Probably, the French fleet from Newfoundland.
RICHMOND, December 9.
LEGISLATURE OF VIRGINIA.
A Bill to amend the Penal Laws of this Commonwealth, passed the House of Delegates on Wednesday last—This bill abolishes the capital punishment of free persons for all crimes except murder of the first degree, and subjects those convicted of other crimes to imprisonment and hard labour (in a penitentiary house to be erected for that purpose) for such space of time as may be adjudged by a jury within certain limits and proportioned to the dignity of the offence.
The resolution brought forward in the House of Delegates to call a convention to form a new constitution for this state—ended by substituting another which goes to request the people at large to instruct their Representatives to the next session, on the occasion, if to them it should seem necessary.
Yesterday the General assembly of this Commonwealth elected by joint ballot of both Houses, John Guerrant, Jun. and Alexander M'Rae, Esquire, Members of the Privy Council of State in the room of two removed according to the constitution or form of government.
The Hon. John Dawson is appointed Lieutenant-Governor and President of the Privy council, or Council of State.
KNOXVILLE, Nov. 14.
On Saturday last arrived in town from Fort Defiance, a company of Dragoons under the command of Captain John F. Webb.—We understand they are destined for the frontiers of Georgia.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, living near the head of Jessamine, Fayette county, a dark brown Mare, four feet seven inches high, branded on the near buttock I H, a blaze and snip in her face. Also a bay Colt, one year old, its off hind foot white, a star in its forehead, the mare and colt appraised to 13l.
GEORGE NEAL.
Nov. 26, 1796.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, living on the north fork of Elkhorn, Franklin county, a black horse five years old, fourteen hands high, branded on the fore quarters thus IH, and on the neck with the same, and on the off shoulder with a stirrup iron, appraised to twelve pounds.
THOMAS BRANHAM.
September 6, 1796.
LEXINGTON:
Saturday, January 14, 1797.
Having received no newspapers by post for almost 5 weeks, we are indebted to a gentleman lately from Virginia for the favor of a Richmond paper of the 9th of December from which the news in this days paper is copied: And until the arrival of the Ohio mail, shall esteem it a singular favor, to be indulged with the light of any newspaper from any of the eastern states.
A list of Letters remaining in the Post Office at Frankfort, if not taken out in three months from the date hereof will be returned to the General Post Office at Philadelphia, as dead letters—
 A. Alexander Robert, Woodford, 2.  Adair Col. John, Frankfort.  Adcock Edmund, Shelby county.  Bullitt, Col. Alex. S. Frankfort.  B. Brown, John, Esq. Frankfort.  Blackburn, Jonathan, Woodford.  Craig, Elijah & Son, Frankfort.  C. Claibo, Henry, Scott county. 3.  D. Downs, Henry, near Frankfort.  G. Garrard, Wm. Esq. Frankfort.  H. Hays, Maj. Wm. ditto.  Row, John, ditto.  J. Jones John, Shelby county.  L. Lee, Willis, Frankfort.  Machir, John, Esq. do. 3.  Mitchell, Col. John, do.  M. Muter, Col. George, Woodford.  Montjoy, John, Frankfort.  N. Nelson, William, ditto.  Nourse, Robert, ditto.  T. Taylor, Hubbard, Esq. ditto.  Thomas, Rowland, ditto. 
RICHARD GANO, P. M. Frankfort, January 13, 1797.
ANDREW M'CALLA, APOTHECARY,
NEAR THE SLEAY PENN, LEXINGTON, HAS lately purchased, and this day received into his shop, those two extensive assortments of DRUGS lately exhibited for sale in said place, by Mr. Sample, apothecary, and Mr. Cox merchant; which, with what he had on hand, must make a more general & extensive assortment than any heretofore in Kentucky. He having resolved to pursue the business (though in its infancy in this state) on an extensive scale, hopes from the encouragement already given, to make it the interest of gentleman physicians in every part of this western country and others contiguous, to give him their custom, January 9th, 1797. tt
Take Notice.
WAS taken out of my hand at last November court, a SILVER WATCH, with HC in large characters on the outside of the case; her No. which is 2558, is impressed on the dial plate, and on the edge of the outside case. The person who took her out of my hand, pretended he wanted to purchase her, but as soon as he got her into his hand, he immediately pushed into a crowd, and conveyed himself away, so that I could not find him any more. The lad was an entire stranger to me, but I have described him, to several people, who said, that he was a young lad, well known in Lexington, by the name of Peter Younger. Any person who will give intelligence of the above described watch, so that I get her again, shall have Three Dollars reward, paid by me, living near Mr. Meek's mill, on the Town Fork, Fayette county. ROBERT SHAW. January 10. 2p
PUBLIC NOTICE.
ON Friday the 27th inst. there will be sold by way of auction, at the late dwelling house of James Cheatnam dec. in Clarke county, near Strodes station, the personal estate of said decedent; consisting of a number of Horses, Cattle and Hogs, also a Large New Still, and Tubs for the same, also a Waggon and Geers, Farming Utensils, Household Furniture and a number of other things too tedious to mention; there will also be hired on said day, a number of Negroes for one year. Twelve months credit will be given for all sums exceeding twenty shillings, by the purchaser giving bond and approved security. The sale to begin at ten o'clock, when due attendance will be given by me, THOMAS SCOTT, Ex'or. January 4. 3t

NOTICE,
To all whom it may concern, that on Tuesday the 7th day of February, I shall attend myself or my attorney, with commissioners appointed by the county court of Shelby, for the purpose of establishing an entry of 700 acres of land in my name, on the creek where Mr. Payton was killed (now called Plumb creek,) adjoining on the north of an entry in the name of William Payton for 1000 acres, which begins on Harrod's old trace, where it crosses said creek, and take deposition or depositions concerning the same, and do such other and further thing or things as may be deemed necessary and agreeable to the act entitled an act to ascertain the boundaries of land and for other purposes.
ROBERT HODGEN.
January 11th, 1797.
To all whom it may concern.
WHEREAS Robert Todd, rs. dec. in his lifetime, did locate about 1200 acres of land in the military boundary, north west of the river Ohio, nearly opposite the mouth of Brackin, in the name of David Stevenson, for which the said Todd, by written contract, was entitled to one fourth part of the land obtained, which contract is in my possession, and having been informed that several persons are settling on the said land I hereby give notice that the heirs of the said Robert Todd, rs. dec. are justly entitled to one fourth part of the said land, and that no division has ever been made.
JOHN PARKER, Ex or .
Fayette county, Jan. 13, 1797.
I HAVE FOR SALE, ABOUT 330 Acres of LAND, lying on Shannon's run, near Parker's mill, in the county of Fayette, being part of Angus McDonald's military survey—this tract is as well watered as any in the state, and abounds in a number of excellent and never failing springs; between 50 and 60 acres cleared, about 8 acres whereof is beautiful meadow—title indisputable. Maj. Streiffly, who lives near this tract, will show the premises. A general warranty will be made to the purchaser, who may know the terms on application to Peyton Short, of Woodford, who is authorized to dispose of the same, or the subscriber.
THOMAS CARNEAL.
AM instructed by Doctor Tennant of Virginia, to sell 200 acres of his MILITARY CLAIM on the Ohio, a few miles above Louisville. The LAND I am informed, lies well, is well watered; and the title will be secured by a general warranty. For terms apply to me in Lexington, either personally or by letter.
JOHN WATKINS Jun.
NOTICE.
ALL persons having demands against John May deceased, either for money due to them, or for contracts payable in lands, are requested to transmit to the subscriber a copy of their demands or contracts. All who are indebted to said John May, either for money due to him, or contracts for land purchased from him, or for locating lands in the state of Kentucky, are requested to make payment, and to perform their specific contracts immediately. The said deceased has by his last will and testament, subjected his lands to the payment of his debts, and the subscriber will make it the first object of his administration to provide for the same, with as much dispatch as the nature and circumstances of the estate will admit of. And whereas the said John May met with a premature death, by the hands of the Indians on his passage down the river Ohio, many papers and much information perished with him, 'tis probable the subscriber may need the information of others in some matters relative to the negotiation of the deceased, in the western country, and he will thankfully receive any communications which gentlemen acquainted with the concerns of the deceased, may think proper to make.
I have appointed Mr. Thomas Carnal my
That the bonds are in my possession & I am empowered to settle the accounts—It will be necessary to pay particular attention to this publication as I am directed to put the bonds into a lawyers hands to collect in February next.
JOHN M'DOWELL.
January 1st, 1797.
TAKEN up by the subscriber living on the waters of Eagle creek, near Archibald Curry's a dark bay two year old colt, no brand nor white, except a few white spots on its shoulder, appraised to 51. 15s.
GRIFFIN KELLY.
December 16, 1796.
NOTICE.
THAT on the 17th of January 1797 I shall attend with commissioners appointed by the court of Shelby county on, Thomas Dagley's settlement near the head of Gilt's creek, in order to establish said Dagley's claim; and do such other things as may be necessary.
I am interested in lands, that can to adjoin said settlement.
WILLIAM STAFFORD.
December 24 1796.
TAKEN up by the subscriber living near the mouth of Elkhorn, a bay mare, about thirteen hands and a half high, neither docked nor branded, one hind foot white about half way to the fetlock, three years old last spring; appraised to 141.
DANIEL STEVENS.
January 2, 1797.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, in Lincoln county, a dark brown Mare, fourteen hands and a half high, no mark or brand.
WM. MONTGOMERY
November 3, 1796.
NOTICE is hereby given, that commissioners appointed by the court of Washington county, will attend, on the second Saturday in March next, to take the depositions of a witness to prove Elisha Lakin's improvement, on the Rolling fork of Salt river, near where the Cumberland road crosses said fork, and do such other act as is by law directed.
NOTICE.
THAT a good fuller that can come well recommended is wanting at my fulling mill, where he will meet with generous wages by me on Hancock creek, Bourbon county.
DANIEL HARRISON.
December 21.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, living on Wilson's creek, in Nelson county, a sorrel mare about thirteen hands high, branded on the near shoulder thus W, supposed to be about eleven years old, has a small blaze in her face, her off hind foot white, appraised to 81.
CHARLES KENNEDY.
FRESH GOODS
Alex. & James Parker.
HAVE just imported and now opening at their Store in Lexington, opposite the Court House, a large and handsome assortment of well chosen MERCHANDIZE, suited to the present season; which they will sell on very moderate terms for CASH and HIDES.
May 27, 1796.
A NEW ROAD.
THE subscriber begs leave to inform the public that he has marked or blazed a New Road, from his house near the mouth of Bullskin creek, on the North-West side of the Ohio river, to Deerfield, on the Little Miami; there is likewise another road, cut from opposite said road, (on the Kentucky side) to Washington. Travellers will find it materially to their advantage to travel this route, as the road is very level and the distance only thirty-five miles.
JOHN GASKINS.
November 28, 1796.
N. B. An excellent flat or ferry-boat, in good order.
NOTICE,
THAT agreeably to a law passed last session of assembly, the subscribers intend to make application to the court of Shelby county, in March next, to establish a town on their land on the Ohio, at the mouth of Eighteen 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 6th of April if fair, if not, on the next fair day; at Bairdstown, on the 11th, (it being court day,) and at Frankfort, on the 18th, (being also court day.) Twelve months credit will be given, the purchasers giving bond and approved security.
JOSEPH DUPUY, HERMAN BOWMAR.
January 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.
Notice.
I WILL attend on the second Tuesday in February next if fair, if not, then the next fair day, with commissioners appointed by the county court of Mason county, under an act entitled "An act to ascertain the boundaries of land and for other purposes," at Simeral's improvement, on Mill creek; then and there to perpetuate the testimony of certain witnesses, tending to establish Simeral's preemption, and the special calls in an entry thereon, and to do such other acts as may be necessary to establish said claim.
JOHN TAYLOR.
Mason county, Dec. 28, 1796.
NOTICE,
THAT we the Commissioners appointed by an act of the Legislature to let and superintend the building of a dwelling & other houses for the accommodation of the Governor, in the town of Frankfort, will meet at the house of captain Daniel Weisiger, in said town, on the first day of February next, where the plan may be seen; & on the next day proposals will be received from persons who may wish to undertake. The dwelling house and kitchen to be of brick—It will be a considerable job, and suitable payments made: we hope therefore, that men of industry will be induced to undertake both the brick-layer's and carpenter's part of the building.
DANIEL WEISIGER, BENNETT PEMBERTON, WILLIAM TRIGG.
January 1, 1797.
CHEAP LANDS
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.
Five hundred acres, situated on the Hanging Fork, within six miles of the late governor's; one hundred and twenty acres of which is well cleared; on it is a peach orchard of six hundred trees, that has made four hundred gallons of brandy in one year, and there is every appearance of a sufficiency of fruit to make five hundred this season; with an apple orchard of four hundred flourishing trees; and a choice collection of cherry trees; together with seventy-five thousand well burnt brick, and a good frame for a house. The above farm rents this year for two hundred dollars.
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.
To be Sold,
AT HOGAN'S WARE-HOUSE, at the mouth of Hickman, Mercer county, on Wednesday, the first day of February next, for ready money, to the highest bidder, parts of several broken hogheads of TOBACCO, for the benefit of the proprietor. Attendance will be given by the Inspectors.
WM. GAINES, & WM. HOGAN.
December 30, 1796.
PRIVATE ENTERTAINMENT
FOR MAN AND HORSE, On Main street, next door to Doctor Downing's, By WILLIAM ALLEN.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, in Harrison county, on Grays run, a roan horse fourteen hands and a half high, three years old, no brand, a natural pacer, appraised to 151. NEWTON CANNON. November 1st, 1796.
LAND FOR SALE.
THERE will be offered for sale, at Washington, in Mafo county, on the 31st day of January, 1797, eleven hundred and thirty-three acres of LAND, lying about two miles from May's lick, joining Jacob Johnson's settlement and preemption at his north east corner—The land is of the best quality, has some valuable improvements and many natural advantages.
An indisputable title will be made. If any person has any claim to said land, they are requested to come forward and assert their right before that time. AMBROSE WALDEN.
BOURNE'S MILL FOR SALE.
I HAVE for sale, one hundred and twenty-five acres of first rate land, lying on Main Hickman creek, fourteen or fifteen miles from Lexington, and two from the Kentucky river; it is well watered and handsomely situated; there is a small plantation, with a dwelling house, (not quite finished) thirty by twenty feet, of hewed logs, with two stone chimneys; a valuable mill, known by the name of Bourne's Mill, with two pair of stones, a boulding cloth, and other necessary articles; there is a very convenient seat for a distillery at the mill, and a good landing can be had within two miles; it lies on a public road, and is an excellent stand for a tavern. It is thought unnecessary to give any other description, as it is presumed any person desirous of purchasing would wish to see it. For particulars apply to Mr. Robert Barr, merchant in Lexington, or to the subscriber, on Marble creek, twelve miles from Lexington, on the Tate's creek road.
JAMES SIMPSON.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, on Muddy creek, in Madison county, a chefnut sorrel Mare, three years old, about fourteen hands and an inch high, no mark nor brand perceivable, natural pacer, appraised to 131 10s. EDWARD EVENS. Sept. 2, 1796.
FOR SALE, ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY ACRES OF LAND,
SITUATE in the forks of Elkhorn, about three miles from Nathaniel Saucier's Mill and seven from Frankfort, the whole of it first rate, with good improvements, to wit; two good hewed log houses, besides several other out houses, about twenty-five acres cleared, all under good fence, a small meadow, and a quantity more with little trouble and small expence may be converted into excellent meadow; also, an excellent young peach orchard, containing upwards of three hundred trees; an excellent never failing spring, which runs thro' said land. A general warranty deed will be given for said land. The terms will be made known by applying to Enoch Fenwick in Lexington, or to me on the premises.
WILLIAM ROBERTS.
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE just received and are now opening at their Store in Lexington, a large and general 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, Cynthia, E. Winters's Mills at the mouth of Tate's Creek, or any Ware House on the Kentucky River.
MOODY & DOWNING
December 19, 1796.
ATTENTION,
THE Members of the Cincinnati Society, are desired to meet at Lexington, on the first Monday in March ensuing, at the House of Robert Megowan, in order to form a Society in this State, and to adopt such measures as will enable them to draw from the different States, their respective amounts, to support the wanting part of the Society in this State. Lexington, December 29, 1796.
WILLIAM SCOTT, FULLER,
INFORMS the public, that he intends to take in cloth for his fulling mill at Mr. McCullough's store in Lexington, the first day of every Fayette court; and will deliver the same there when fulfilled. December 26, 1796.
Those Gentlemen who hold Subscription Papers for the Kentucky Gazette, are requested to forward a list of the subscribers to the office as early as possible.

SACRED TO THE MUSES.
ON THE FROST.
NOW baleful mists no more prevail, Nor Auster's dreaded breath, Who spreads in his contagious gale, Variety of death.
The summer's agues that invade The student's close recess, Nor art could conquer with its aid, Nor gen'rous wine repels.
But see! the salutary cold Shall drooping vigour rear; Shall brace the young, & give the old To breathe another year.
Man feels alone the partial good; Whil't all the feather'd kind, And beasts that range the pathless wood, No warm retreats can find.
See, where the dreary scenes extend, Defac'd with lifeless trees; Whence icicles in streams depend, Whil't all their juices freeze.
The fish with labor draw their breath, (On fins no longer fleet) And linger out a hopeless death, Beneath the scater's feet.
In rapid glide, with sport elate, He skims the slipp'ry way; And thoughdeaths of the victim's fate, Enjoys his frosty day.
ANECDOLE.
A Cordelier preaching on the merits of St. Francis, exalted him in his discourse, above all the other Saints in the Calender—After exaggerating his merits, he exclaimed, "Where shall we place the Seraphic Father, St. Francis? He is greater in dignity than all other Saints—Shall we place him among the Prophets? Oh! he is greater than the Prophets. Shall we place him with the Patriarchs? Oh! he is greater than the Patriarchs. In like manner he exalted him above the Angels, Archangels, Cherubim, Seraphim, Virtues, Thrones, Dominions, and Powers—And still he exclaimed, "Where shall we place him? Where shall we place this holy Saint?" A sailor in the church, tired with this discourse, stood up and said. "If you do not know where to place him, don't ye, you may place him in my seat, as I am for going."
FOR SALE
ONE thousand acres of the late General Stephen's military survey of LANDS on Hickman, about ten miles from Lexington, and adjoining that part on which General Lawson now lives. For terms apply to Thomas Hart and Cornelius Beatty of said town who are empowered to dispose of the same.
This is to inform my friends, and the public in general, that I have just opened
A STORE,
In Lexington, where I formerly kept Saddler's shop, at the corner of Main and Cross streets—Consisting of
A Handsome assortment of Dry Goods, and Hard Ware—amongst which are a few sets of Saddler's and Shoemaker's tools complete. A most elegant assortment of Milner's work, such as Bonnets, Hats, Caps, Feathers, and a number of other handsome pieces of Ornament for ladies. Together with a few lady's Watch Chains, and Gold Ear Rings; all of the newest fashion.
ALSO A large and general assortment of MEDICINE,
Amongst which is the following Patent Medicine, (to wit.) Castor, Sweet, and British oil. Godfrey's cordial. Bateman's drops. Turlington's balsam of life. Anderson's pills.
ALSO Madder Allum, Whiting, Ink-Powder, and a quantity of excellent Spunge; together with a number of other articles too tedious to mention. All of which will be disposed of at whole sale or retail, by the public's most obedient, humble servant.
Age. 25. BENJ. S. COX.
I have some valuable tracts of Land in different parts of this State; as well as upwards of one hundred thousand acres in the great bend of Tennessee, which is well known to be of the first quality. Any gentleman inclined to purchase, may be furnished on the most reasonable terms, and the titles indisputable; which may be seen, by applying as above.
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.
NEW ORLEANS.
THE Subscribers well 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 Merchandise. Apply as above. Lexington, November 25.
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 in Lexington. WALKER BAYLOR. December 1, 1796.
NOTICE
To all whom it may concern—
That on Wednesday, the 25th of January next, if fair, if not the next fair day, I shall attend myself, or by attorney, with commissioners appointed by the county court of Shelby, at the improvement called for by James Elliott's settlement on the south side of Kentucky river, on a run that falls into said river, next above the mouth of Cedar creek, there to take the depositions of witnesses to perpetuate testimony respecting the calls of said entry, and do all such other acts as are authorised by law, on the premises.
JOHN CAMPBELL, Exor. of the last will and testament of James Elliott deceased.
NOTICE
THE commissioners appointed by county court of Fayette, to perpetuate testimony concerning the boundary and special calls of an entry in the name of Richard Masterfon, containing 22,277 and a half acres, on the waters of Elkhorn and Hinkston including a mulberry tree marked TE in a piece, and two hickorys with four chops on each, to include the said three trees, near the corner thereof, the said trees standing on the hunters trace, leading from Bryan's station over to the waters of Hinkston, on the dividing ridge between the waters of Hinkston and the waters of Elkhorn; will meet at the house of Capt. Peter Moore, on the dividing ridge between the waters of Licking and Elkhorn, on the fourth Monday in January 1797, and from thence proceed to the place where the tree marked TE, as above, stood, and to the other special places called for by the said entry, and take depositions concerning the same, and do such other and further thing or things as may be deemed necessary and agreeable to the act entitled "an act to ascertain the boundaries of land and for other purposes."
JOHN FOWLER, Assignee of Richard Masterfon. Lexington Dec. 29, 1796.
NOTICE
IS hereby given to all whom it may concern that I shall meet on the first Monday in March next attend with commissioners appointed for that purpose by the county court of Mercer at a flat spring where there is a marked tree, on White Oak creek, about one mile and a half from Andrew Gemblet's for the purpose of taking the depositions of sundry witnesses, to perpetuate their testimony to establish an entry made in the name of George Muse, in the following words, to wit; George Muse enters 950 acres in Kentucky, by virtue of a warrant for military services performed by the said Muse in the last war, on White Oak creek, about one mile and a half north of Gemblet's settlement & preemption, including the Flat spring and a tree marked W. M. entered April the 22nd, 1780—in order to perpetuate the testimony of said witnesses, in pursuance of an act of the Kentucky Assembly, in that case made and provided; and to do such other and further acts as shall be authorised and required by the said law.
DAVID SHEPHERD.
A. & J. W. HUNT, WILL PURCHASE TOBACCO
Of the present year's growth, at their stores in Lexington, Danville and Frankfort.
200 acres of Land
FOR sale, as good as in the state, on the main road leading from Lexington to major Henry's mill, six miles from Lexington and six miles from Georgetown: 90 acres in good fence, 85 cleared, 8 acres of as good meadow as in the state. The title indisputable.—For terms apply to Mr. John Gardner, who is fully authorized to make sale by me, ROBERT BENHAM.
THIS is to inform the public, that Pulling and Dying in its various branches is carried on by the subscriber, 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 dyed blue or green. JOHN McMILLIN.
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.
TO BE LET
FOR the term of three years, the Plantation I formerly lived on, situate in the county of Mercer and on Chaplain's fork (between widow Harbinson's and Thomas Harbinson'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. 16tt WM. M'BRAYERS.
For Sale,
Three Hundred Acres of First Rate LAND, LYING on Strode's fork of Licking, in Bourbon county, with upwards of one hundred acres cleared and under good fence; with an apple and peach orchard; good dwelling house and barn.—I will either sell said land, or exchange it for land lying on the North West side of the Ohio, on the waters of Sciota, Ohio, or Bruh creek. For further particulars apply to the owner, living on the premises. 13tt HUGH EVANS.
FOR SALE,
THE HOUSE & LOT whereon I now live, on Lime stone street, in the town of Lexington: the lot is forty feet front and sixty-six feet back: the house is twenty-four feet front and twenty-six feet back, built of square logs, one story high. Also, a shed fifteen feet wide and twenty-six feet back, with two good fire places in it. Part cash, and part those goods, or other property, will be taken in payment. For terms, apply to tf WILLIAM ROSS.
THE SUBSCRIBER
WISHING to carry on the manufacturing of CORDAGE upon a more extensive scale will employ a number of Journeymen—and to a Foreman who well understands the making of every species of Tarred Rope or Rigging for ships, extraordinary wages will be given.
A quantity of well cleaned Hemp is wanting, for which a generous price will be given, in Cash and Merchandise, at Samuel Price & Co's Store in Lexington. Dec. 8, 1796 THOMAS HART.
FOR SALE,
THAT large and commodious House, on Main street, formerly occupied by Messrs. Irwin & Bryson, and at present by Messrs. Samuel Price & Co.—Its advantageous situation for public business is so well known, that it needs no recommendation. For terms apply to the subscribers, who are authorised to sell and convey the same. THOMAS IRWIN, JOHN A. SEITZ. LEXINGTON, SEPTEMBER 1.
CHEAP GOODS.
THE subscriber wishing to decline the mercantile business for some time, will dispose of a Handsome and General Assortment of
MERCHANDISE by WHOLESALE,
On a very moderate profit. The goods were purchased on as advantageous terms as any ever imported to this state, and are well adapted to the winter and spring seasons. A credit will be given for part of the purchase money. Beef-Cattle, fat Hogs, or superfine Flour, will be received in payment at the highest current price when delivered. He wishes to purchase a quantity of corn, rye, barley, hemp, and tow linen. Either of the above articles will be received in discharge of book accounts. JAMES MORRISON, Who has on hand a quantity of castings, powder, and salt petre. Lexington, December 5.
N. B. Wanted to purchase, continental bounty warrants, better known by the name of Knox's warrants. Those persons who were on the continental establishment, and served during the war with Britain, may hear of something to their advantage, by applying to the subscriber. H J. M.
WANTED to HIRE, A GOOD DISTILLER:
ONE who can come well recommended for his knowledge of the business, his honesty and industry, will meet with generous encouragement by applying to R. ELLIOT & Co. at their store in Lexington, or THO. HART, JUN. at his plantation.
The highest price will be given by them for good clean RYE, which will be received at either place. tf
CASH FOR HIDES.
I WILL give Cash for Hides at my Tan-Yard, nearly opposite Col. Patterson's, on Water street in Lexington—where I will also take sides to tan on the shares. SEPTEMBER 1. JACOB KISER.
ALL PERSONS
INDEBTED to the late partnership of IRWIN & BRYSON, are requested to pay their accounts or notes to THOMAS IRWIN or JOHN A. SEITZ, who only can give discharges. One months indulgence will be given.
ISRAEL HUNT,
BOOT AND SHOE MANUFACTURER.
RESPECTFULLY informs the Public in general, and his friends in particular, that he has commenced business in all its various branches, on Cross street, 4 doors from Main street. He flatters himself from his experience and attention, to far excel any in this place. He has furnished himself with a few excellent workmen, together with some of the best materials that can be produced. Lexington, October 1, 1796.
NICHOLAS BRIGHT,
BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTURER.
RETURNS his thanks to his friends and customers for their past favors, and hopes by attention to business to merit them in future. He begs leave to inform the public in general, that he has removed his shop, (some time since) on Cross street, at the lower end of Col. Hart's rope walk—where he continues to carry on the above business in all its branches. He has received from the settlement, an assortment of the best leather, and has as good workmen as any in the United States. Ladies may have silk, stuff, or leather shoes, as neat as any made in Philadelphia. He wants five or six Women's Workmen, to whom good wages will be given. tf Lexington, October 1.
LAND For Sale.
THE SUBSCRIBER
HAS several tracts of Land in different parts of Kentucky, for sale, which he will dispose of reasonably. JOHN CLAY. Lexington, 4th August, 1796. tf
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 encumbrances discharged at the time, and in the manner prescribed by law.
The subscriber, who will hereafter reside in this town, is authorised 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 these places. Charles W. Bird. Lexington, July 8, 1796. 12mf
STRAYED OR STOLEN
FROM Mr. Haydon's near Frankfort, on the night of the 17th of last month, a dark bay Horse, rising 15 hands high, 6 or 7 years old, if any brands I have forgot them, he is one of his fore legs from his uncle 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 behind, paces some, rises well before, tho' 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 induced 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 handsomely rewarded, and doubly so for the thief. MATTHEW WALTON, December 15, 1796.