The Kentucky gazette (Lexington [Ky.]), 1797-03-29 00:00:00

THE KENTUCKY GAZETTE.
NUMBER 509 ]
WEDNESDAY, March 29, 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 Subscriber 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. tf
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. tf
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 Millerburg and its neighbourhood—and that he proposes to continue with zeal and attention, and on moderate terms. tf
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, GLASS, IRONMONGERY, DELF and QUEENS SADDLERY, WARE, BOOKS, And NAILS of all sizes. STATIONARY, etc.
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, complete and well chosen Assortment of MERCHANDISE, perfectly adapted to the present and approaching season, which he offers for sale on very reduced terms. tf
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.
SOLD OFF.
THE subscriber having disposed of his goods by wholesale, requests those indebted to him, either by bond, note, or book account, to make payment before the 15th of February next. Those who neglect may expect their accounts to be put into the hands of proper officers for collection.
He has several tracts of LAND, of 200 acres each, on the south side of Green river; which he will dispose of on low terms for Cash—or he will receive in payment a Negro Woman of good character, who understands plain cooking, washing &c.
A complete assortment of CASTINGS of superior quality, will be kept at his old store house.
JAMES MORRISON. Lexington, January 16.
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. tf J. M.
Wanted Immediately,
A Honest, Industrious OVERSEER, who understands the management of negroes. Also an APPRENTICE to the Tanning business. LEWIS CASTLEMAN.
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. tf
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 authorised 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. tf
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 A. 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.
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, Atty. in fact For Littleberry Mosby, juv. 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. SIRTZ, 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. tf
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 authorised to collect his accounts, and deliver the different watches left in my hands by him.
EDW. WEST. Lexington, Feb. 15, 1797. tf
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. tf
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 incumbrances 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 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. tf
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. 6w
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 linen 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 tempt 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. tf
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 cockade, and his coat to that of a blue.

LONDON, November 30.
The reluctance of Lord Malmesbury and Charles Delacroix to specify the particulars of the concessions which they will mutually agree to make, seems to resemble the apothecary and the attorney, who mutually filed bills to compel each other to present their accounts, because they were afraid that he who made his demand first, would have a charge presented, by which his own, be it what it might, would have been exceeded.
December 9.
The conduct of the minister in sending lately twelve hundred thousand pounds to the emperor, without the consent of parliament which circumstance was disclosed in the debate of Wednesday evening, is likely to become a subject of the most serious discussion in the house of commons. It will be seen by the report of the proceedings of last night, that some of the most respectable of Mr. Pitt's friends feel a considerable degree of indignation at a transaction which they conceive to be fraught with the most dangerous consequence to the constitution, and subversive of the first and most important right of the common house of parliament, as the constitutional guardian of the public purse. If the chancellor of the exchequer is permitted to dispose of the people's money without the consent or authority of their representatives, then farewell to all those national blessings which once rendered England the envy of the world, and which constituted the honest pride of our ancestors.
SALEM, February 17.
WAR IN INDIA.
Between Tippoo Saib and the English.
By Capt. Derby, of the brig Cader, 67 days from the cape of Good Hope, we are informed, that a few days previous to his touching at the cape, two British packets had arrived there, one from Calcutta and the other from Bombay.—That notwithstanding a profound secrecy was observed respecting the intelligence they brought, it had transpired, that Tippoo was making formidable preparations for war; that the Mahrattas were dissatisfied, and were about to join him.
It was consequently reported that 4 or 500 French officers had been sent over by the way of the Mediterranean, to serve in Tippoo's army. It was not that hostilities had actually commenced, but that the British every day expected an attack. Immediately after the arrival of the packets, four British regiments were sent on in the outward bound India fleet, consisting of 17 sail under convoy of one ship of war and a frigate.
Tippoo can with ease bring an army of 200,000 well disciplined men into the field. His soldiers (Sepoys) equal to any Europeans in that country, who are soon after their arrival enervated by the climate. He is dreaded by the English, and is their mortal and declared enemy. He is a prince of known courage and address, and very powerful.—His avowed plan is to drive these usurpers (as he justly stiles the English) from the Indian territory altogether—and he has been once near effecting it, and may do it again. His supply of French officers is a most valuable acquisition, and what he most needed—they were undoubtedly sent by the Executive Directory of France. Indeed this business was always a favorite contemplation of that government; but which the revolution for a time prevented.
BOSTON, February 17.
UNEXPECTED IMPORTANT INTELLIGENCE.
Extract of a letter from Mr. Carlton, editor of the Salem Gazette, dated at Salem, yesterday.
"By arrivals at this port from the Cape of Good Hope, we have certain information, that Tippoo Saib has embodied a large army in India, and has declared war against the English. He has received among his troops 500 officers, sent out by the French Directory—and has already commenced such alarming movements, as made it necessary to dispatch two packets to England, with advice of the event: on their stopping at the Cape of Good Hope, on their way, and communicating this disagreeable intelligence, all the troops that could be spared, (about 4,000) were immediately embarked to reinforce the British who were in the utmost danger of suffering by these sudden hostilities. They
were commanded by General Craig, who is succeeded as Governor of the Cape by Gen. Dundas.
February 22.
From the Havannah we learn, that many American vessels are carried in there by French privateers, and that the Spanish government will not suffer them to be condemned or to fail. Some British prizes are also sent in. Mr. Muir still in prison.
NEW-YORK, February 20.
The ship Three Friends, Capt. Sherrey, arrived yesterday from Amsterdam sailed from the Texel on the 15th of December.
It was said, that the Empress of all the Russians, the great Catharine, was dead.
No expectation of peace—it was feared that the negotiation at Paris would fall through.
France having shut the British out of almost all the European ports, it was expected that they would extend this object also to the ports of Hamburg and Bremen.
Several passengers came in the Three Friends. Captain S. spoke nothing to impede his passage.
The owners of the Three Friends favoured us with papers to Dec. 1, which contain some important articles, of which the following is a hasty abstract.
A Vienna account of Nov. 16, says, the Austrians had been beaten in Italy with great loss, but that another campaign was fixed; 40,000 Croats had been engaged, and it was expected an army of 400,000 would be embodied early, as the Emperor would never suffer any republics to be established in Italy under the protection of the French.
Little was said at Vienna on the subject of peace.
At the first bombardment of Kehl, about the 10th Nov. the Austrians lost 3,000 killed, and that it was supposed if the Austrians held out six weeks, of 65,000 besieging Austrians, one quarter at least would be killed. No later accounts appeared on this subject.
In the National Convention at the Hague Nov. 28, debate was had on the subject of the new constitution, when many petitions were presented, of which 145 were from Amsterdam, requesting that in the formation of the seven provinces into a republic, there might be unity and inviolability, to support which principles they would expend their lives and fortunes.
The reported plan did not express the principles of unity and indivisibility, a debate therefore ensued (after the petitions were read) in which there was much warmth whether they would proceed to debate it as the basis of their constitution, or have a new report brought in—finally, Nov. 20, on the appeal nominal, it was decided to proceed on the present report, 66 to 52.
CAPTURE OF AMBOYNA.
The London Gazette of Nov. 19, contains an official account of the capture of the valuable Dutch Asiatic islands of Banda and Amboyna, with their several dependencies, by the English squadron under admiral Rainer. The admiral found in the treasury of Amboyna, 81,112 rix dollars, and in store 515,910 lbs of cloves; in the treasury of Banda 66,574 dollars, and 84,777 lbs of nutmegs, 19,587 lbs of Mace, besides merchandise and other stores, which had not yet been estimated.
The settlements obtained favourable terms, private property to be secured, and the servants of the former companies, and the administration of the government (the governor excepted.)
The negotiation at Paris, between Malmesbury and Lacroix, is interesting to many nations, but peculiarly to these United States. Both French and English journals are full of satirical observations and conjectures on the subject. With those who take in view the various intervening circumstances the result is anticipated by careless observers and politicians of the moment. On the one hand, when the negotiation commenced, Pitt, was in dread of an invasion, his financial plan to support his sinking funds was not matured, and he had a sombre prospect, but he was assured, that the preparations of the Austrians guaranteed the expulsion of Buonaparte out of Italy! On the other an apparent wish for peace. But in the midst of the negotiation, behold, Buonaparte defeats the Austrian plan of raising the siege
of Mantua, &c. and Pitt gets his subscription loan through.
Thus then we find both parties enabled to carry on another campaign—and our opinion of the ambition of Pitt is such, that we give up all hopes of peace this season, upon the principles of compensation.
NORFOLK, February 18.
There are letters in town from England, received by the packet at New-York, which positively state the return of Lord Malmesbury from Paris, without being able to come to any amicable accommodation with the Directory.
GEORGETOWN, March 3.
Should Tippoo Saib have actually taken the field against the British, as from our India intelligence appears probable, the critical state of his enemy's affairs in Europe, the suddenness of his attack on their empire in Asia, the large number of French, Dutch and other European officers whom the present situation of affairs may bring to his assistance, and above all the powerful allies which their jealousy of British predominance may procure him, afford some prospect of better success than when opposed to the marquis of Cornwallis. To wish that Tippoo might fully avenge the wrongs of his countrymen, would be to wish the total extirpation of the English from that part of the Eastern world. Such a wish would not perhaps be consonant with the real interests of humanity. It is at least desirable, that they should be kept within the bounds of justice and moderation. If peace should not take place between France and Britain, a rupture between Tippoo and the usurpers of India, would very much embarrass the latter power.
Extract of a letter from Madras, to Calcutta, dated October 10, 1796.
"Every thing here bears note of warlike preparation.
"An army of observation, of eighteen thousand men will be formed after the rains—the grain is every where gathered from the villages and stored in the garrisons.
"You will doubtless ask why all this is done? The answer is easy, Tippoo is now in the field with a potent army, marching Northward.
"What was the mission of Tippoo's vakeel to this government is a profound secret."
PHILADELPHIA, March 3.
This day, agreeably to the constitution, expire the powers of George Washington President of the United States—of John Adams as Vice President—and one third of the members of the Senate, and of the whole of the House of Representatives—and to-morrow commence the newly elected powers, viz. John Adams, President of the United States, and Thomas Jefferson, Vice President—as well as those of the newly elected Senators and the whole house of Representatives. The time of sitting of the first Congress commences on the first Monday in December next, except an earlier time of meeting be fixed upon in the course of this day (as we understand a bill came down from the Senate yesterday for the purpose) or the President think it necessary to call either of the Houses together sooner. To-morrow, at 10 o'clock, the new President attends in the chamber of the House of Representatives, agreeably to the notification, to take his Oath of Office.
Yesterday arrived in this city, from his residence in Virginia, Thomas Jefferson, Vice-President Elect of the United States. The Company of Artillery, under the immediate orders of Capt. Shaw, welcomed that tried patriot with a discharge of 16 rounds from two 12 pounders—and a flag was displayed from the Park of Artillery, bearing the device "Jefferson the Friend of the People."
Extract of a letter from Berlin, December 6.
"The day before yesterday arrived here a courier from the count Tauenziel, minister of the king at Petersburg; he had brought the important news of the death of the Empress of Russia.
"The princess appearing in perfect health after rising very early in the morning of the 10th Nov. had entered her cabinet: she was there surprised with an apoplectic attack,—every re-
medy was applied but without effect; she expired towards evening. The grand Duke her son was not at that moment in Petersburg—at his arrival there he was received with great demonstrations of attachment on the part of the people, and was proclaimed emperor immediately after the death of his mother. The letter goes on to state, after mentioning that Catharine II. was born May 2, 1729, and consequently that she was in the 64th year of her age, that her only son and successor Paul Petrovitz was born October 1, 1754, and has at present two sons and three daughters by a second marriage, with Marie Fedorowna princess of Wertenberg Stuguard, and that the new Emperor has confirmed in his posts at the head of the department for foreign affairs, the Vice Chancellor, Count Oldmann.
The Senate of the United States have received a notification from the President, convening them to meet on Saturday next.
LA FAYETTE.
In the British House Commons on the 7th of December, Gen. Fitzpatrick referred to a motion which he had made two years ago, respecting the unjustifiable imprisonment of that unfortunate and oppressed man Gen. La Fayette. He said he should take the opportunity on to-morrow night of making a similar motion in order to ascertain whether the present parliament would immitate the conduct of the last, by giving a sanction to the detention of that gentleman, so contrary to the laws of nations, and the rights of humanity.
FAYETTEVILLE, February 4.
On the 16th ult. Mr. and Mrs. Clare of Robeson, were murdered by a mulatto girl; Mr. G. went to sleep in the day time—the girl having killed him with an axe, went to the door and called on her mistress from a neighboring house and said her master wanted to speak to her, Mrs. G. immediately repaired to the bed side of her husband, and was about to uncover him, when the girl struck her with the axe and killed her also. The girl is in Lumberton jail, and her trial was to come on the 2d inst.
It is supposed the girl's reason for committing this horrid deed was owing to her master's having made a will some time ago, in which he desired this girl to be free after the death of himself and wife.
FREDRICKSBURG, February 17.
France has demanded of Genoa five millions of livres.
Sir Roger Curtis left his station off Rochfort on the evening of the third, and Richery entered it on the 4th November.
The Spanish fleet under Admiral Langara, consisting of 19 sail of the line and 11 frigates, entered Toulon, November 8.
The division of Richery's fleet, which had been detached on a secret expedition, had arrived at the Isle de Croix.
Nothing decisive on the subject of peace, but it is certain that negotiations are on foot between the Emperor and the Republic.
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 thro' the channel of the Kentucky Gazette, that if she can get between six and twelve gentle 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, washing 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.
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, stood before. Appraised to $1.
GEO. BOSWELL.
Feb. 2d. 1797.

LEXINGTON:
Wednesday, March 29, 1797.
FIRE!
About nine o'clock on Sunday morning last the brew house of Mr. Enderman in this town was discovered to be on fire, and before any assistance could be given, the roof had fallen in; but, by the exertions of the citizens the body of the house was saved. We are sorry to add, that there was, and always has been, in similar cases, a great number of idle spectators , who had much better have been at home, as they encouraged others to act in the same manner.
At the conclusion of the war, Dr. Franklin, the English ambassador, and the French minister, Vergennes, dining together at Versailles, a toast from each was called for, and agreed to. The British minister began with "George the Third, who like the Sun in its meridian, spreads a lustre thro' out, and enlightens the world." The French minister followed, with "The illustrious Louis the Sixteenth, who, like the Moon, sheds its mild and benignant rays on, and influences the globe. Our American Franklin then gave "George Washington, commander of the American armies, who, like Joshua of old, commanded the Sun and the Moon to stand still, and they obeyed him."
At the sign of Andrew M'Call'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,  Japan earth,  Orrice root,  Sweet spirit of nire,  Anise seed,  White Canella bark,  Pimento,  Red saunders,  Coriander seed,  Carraway seed,  Orange peel,  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 mill, 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, conveniently 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.
At a court of Quarter Sessions held for the county of Hardin, the 25th day of February, 1797.
William Hardin, complainant, AGAINST Christopher Macconico, 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, 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. TREDWAT. Lexington, March 2, 1797. 5t
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 tripped cloth, and a new forcingle with white edges; there was a surcingle 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. 2t
NOTICE
I hereby give, that I shall attend with the commissioners appointed by the county court of Washington, on Monday the 14th day of April next, at the house of John Purdy on the head of Hardin's creek to establish the calls made in an entry of two thousand acres on which said Purdy lives, by Thomas Prather, dec. which calls are two cabins one built by said Thomas Prather, & the other by Basil Prather, and do such other things as may be needful and agreeable to law.
for the heirs of said Prather. THOMAS FREEMAN February 22 1797
Taken up by the subscriber, living on cane run, near Capt. Robert Mosby's, a yellow bay mare, about thirteen and a half hands high, 6 years old, neither docked nor branded, shod before, appraised to ten pounds.
ABRAHAM MINNIE December 5. 3
Taken up by the subscriber, on Lulbulgrund, 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 HAZLETT. January 24th, 1797.
Taken up by the subscriber, on Clear creek, Woodford county, one brown mare, three years old, 14 and a half hands high, a star on her forehead, no brand perceivable, valued at 10l. MOSES GREMER. December 13 1796.
Taken up by the subscriber, on North Elkhorn, Fayette county, near the Scott line, a black Mare fourteen hands three inches high seven years old, some few saddle marks, big with colt, one hind foot white, appraised to 25l. Samuel Beauchamp.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, near Strode's Station, Clarke county, a dark bay Horse, about fifteen hands high, a blaze face, both hind feet and the off fore foot white, no brand about nine or ten years old, appraised to 14l. Also, a dark bay Mare, about fifteen years old, branded, but not legible, three white feet, about thirteen hands and a half high, appraised to 6l. Eros Hardin. N. B. The horse had on an old bell tied on with a rope.
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.
NOTICE. That commissioners appointed by the court of Madison county, will meet on the 11th day of April next, if fair, if not the next fair day, at the Rock lick, on the old trace leading from Boonsborough to the Hazle patch, to take the deposition of certain witnesses, and perpetuate their testimony, in order to establish an entry of five hundred acres of land, made in the name of Thomas Gunnell, and do such other acts as shall be deemed necessary to establish said claim, and others depending thereon. March 13, 1797. w
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 or 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, att. in fact for THOS. HOLT.
Mrs. Walh's School
FOR the education of little Misses in reading and needle work, will commence on the first Monday in April next. Lexington, March 22, 1797.
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 23, 1797.
This is to give notice to all whom it may concern,—That Christopher Kifer decd. 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 Kifer was largely in debt, and I paid several judgments that were commenced against him which are a judgment now obtained against him and me by Samuel Snowden for the sum of 420l.—The executors for the said Christopher Kifer decd. refuse 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. MICHAEL COOKINDORFER. 4v
HENRY COONES, COPPERSMITH, INFORMS his friends, and the public in general, that he carries on the above business in all its various branches, eight miles east from Lexington and about a quarter of a mile from the road to Strode's station, near Mr. Ellis's tavern; where he intends to work on the lowest terms and in the best manner. It having been supposed by some, that he is the same person who worked in Lexington, of the name of Coones; he wishes to inform them that he is not the man—and in order to enable them to know the difference, they need only examine the quality and prices of work. 13
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. 4c
FOR SALE,
The tract of LAND on which 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. tf March 24.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, in Woodford county, a bay horse, 12 hands high, 6 years old, with two saddle spots on each side, some white hairs in his forehead appraised to 15l. EDWARD ABBET. January 24th, 1797.
FLAG OF TRUCE, A BEAUTIFUL DAPPLE GRAY, NOW four years old, fifteen hands and an inch high, will stand the ensuing season at my house on Cane run, Scott county, three miles from Georgetown, and will cover mares at Two Dollars the Leap, Four Dollars the Season, or Eight Dollars for In-fo. Flag of Truce was got by old Fippooafah, one of my noted gray mares Clarissa; Clarissa's blood and form is unexceptionable. A. BUFORD. 3t
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
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 marks; 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. Gilt 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 ELN: STOUT. March 14, 1797. tf
At a meeting of the Trustees of this town, it was agreed, that an Election for a Trustee be held at the Court-house on Saturday the fifth day of April next, in the room of James Hughes who has resigned. Lexington March 24, 1797.
THE subscriber having been solicited by a number of persons, to lay off a town on his land, lying on the bank of the Ohio river about one mile above Limestone, is induced to offer to the public consideration, those advantages which he supposes the situation enjoys—The bottom on which the town will stand is upwards of three miles long, and about three quarters broad. It lies as well as any land on the Ohio, and is free from floods. The bank of the river at the town will afford excellent landing places, and is remarkably easy of ascent. A road from the town can be had equal to any place on the Ohio, as there will be no river hill to ascend, by going up Limestone creek about two miles, and from thence there is a good road to Washington about two and an half miles. The proposed town has some advantages over Maysville, at the mouth of Limestone—The river bank being much more convenient, and the bottom much more extensive, at the former than at the latter. It is the opinion of good judges, that a road greatly superior to the present Limestone road, can be had from the proposed town. The subscriber is of opinion that the spot intended for the town, enjoys more extensive advantages than any spot on the Ohio. It may justly be considered as the key to the Kentucky and Cumberland countries by land; and there is reason to suppose that it will be the grand place of deposit for the lake country, as the Sciota river is eventually to be the leading communication from the South to the North. The country on the S. W. side of the Ohio, above and below the proposed town, is so hilly as to forbid the prospect of an advantageous road into the interior parts. The very great increase in the navigation of the Ohio, which has already taken place, and which must evidently increase, will give importance to some convenient spot on that river. The land of the subscriber offers as many advantages as any situation within his knowledge, and he very believes, from an experience of eight years, that the situation is healthy.
The subscriber intends to lay off a town, with convenient streets and lots fronting on the river, and extending back a proper distance, and will expose the same to public sale on the first Monday in May next—A credit of nine months will be given, and bond and sufficient security required. THOMAS BROOKS Mason county, Feb. 17, 1797. 2m3m.
I WILL attend on the thirtieth day of this month, if fair, if not, next fair day, with commissioners appointed by the county court of Shelby, under an act entitled 'an act to ascertain the boundaries of land, and for other purposes,' at the tree called for in George May's entry of 700 acres made 4th of May 1780 on part of a treasury warrant No. 4210, between Clear creek and Gilt's fork, about 4 miles S. E. of the painted stone, to include Squire Boone's name cut on a tree at a spring on the forks of the branch that makes into the creek," then and there to perpetuate the testimony of certain witnesses tending to establish the calls of said locations, & do such other acts as may be necessary to establish said claim. THOMAS CARNEAL. March 7, 1797. 8t
RAN away from the subscriber, living in Bourbon county, about 3 miles from Paris, near Martin's tavern, on the road leading to Limestone, a black negro woman named LEVI, well made, a very artful sensible woman, has lost some of her toes, was with child when she went away, supposed to have it about Christmas. It is expected she has got a pals and will attempt to pass for a free woman, as it is supposed she was persuaded away by some of her acquaintances near Lexington. Whoever takes up said negro and secures her so that I get her, shall receive Twenty Dollars reward and all reasonable charges by me. QUINTIN DOCKE. N.B. All persons are forewarned from harboring said negro, as they will be prosecuted with the utmost rigor of the law. O. M. Oct. 15, 1796. 2w
Six Dollars Reward.
LOST from the plantation of Mr. Leonard Young, near Bryant's station, a black HO. SE, five years old, fifteen hands high, trots, branded with O I believe on his near buttock, and a year on his hip. G. PENDLETON. 3

SACRED TO THE MUSES.
HONOR.
HONOR's a great and sacred bond of union, The process of princes, kings and emperors; The elegant and noble mind's perfection, Tending to glory.
It's of so pure and delicate a nature That only in a mind truly illustrious, With noble and elevated genius pregnant, True honor resideth.
It is man's chief dignified perfection, A great and glorious attribute, inherent In the soul for deeds design'd more than vulgar; Leading to glory.
The gen'rous mind, of a cast great and noble, Spurns at the tyrant's pride and insolence, And scorns the low pursuits of plebeians, With indignation.
Honor exists not in the large possessions Of wealth and titles, and favor of princes: But on merit and true virtue attendeth. Exalting to glory.
It's a principle of no trifling nature, Too sacred to be made a jest and sport of, In the pure rays of virtue existing, Leaving to glory! SAPPHO.
ANECDOLE.
A secretary of King George the II. requested to know of him who should be appointed to fill a certain vacant office. The king being in a pet, re- plied, "I care not who has the office, you may commission the devil, if you please." "Well," answered the sec- retary, your majesty "I suppose will have the commission run in the com- mon form, To our trusty and well belov- ed. "
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.
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.
FOR SALE,
400 Acres of Military Land,
LYING in the county of Clarke, a- bout twelve miles from Lexing- ton on the main road leading from thence to Clarke court house, adjoin- ing 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. Ju- seph Colby in Lexington or to Capt. Richard Terrell on Beargrass.
Aaron Fontaine.
Jefferson, March 5, 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 Harrods creek, containing five hundred acres, joining the lands of Abraham Hite, is sold to me, and conveyed by deeds, in conse- quence 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.
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 merchant- disse; but have been credibly informed 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, 1th August, 1796.
Just Arrived at Lexington,
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.
TUITION.
A PERSON qualified for teaching the English Language, gramma- tically, and the Mathematics scientifi- cally, is desirous of opening School in some respectable neighbourhood— also of renting a few acres of arable land, in, or contiguous to said vicinity. He has devoted the thirteen last years of his life to the tuition of the Vir- ginia youth, and his mode of instruc- tion has been acknowledged by many eminent men in that State to be supe- rior to any they have been acquainted with. His pupils are known to speak and write with ease, strength and dig- nity, and to know more of the English language than some of their acquaint- ance (of equal age and parts) who spent a longer time at some of the principal seminaries in the State.
Application to the Primer will be quickly attended to: or the Author may be spoke with any day of the week at Higbee's tavern.
††† The rudiments of the Latin if urgently desired will also be taught. ||3t
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.
Notice.
WHEREAS, on the first day of A- pril 1783, Joseph Farrow enters 1000 acres of land on the south side of the north fork of Licking, at the mouth of a small creek, on the lower side to include his improvements. Al- so, enters 500 acres by virtue of a treasury warrant, on the waters of the north fork of Licking, joining his pre- emption on the south-east side. And whereas, the proof of the said im- provements depends on the oaths of persons now living, this is therefore, to notify all whom these presents may concern, that I shall on the 18th of April next, attend at the mouth of Farrow's creek, with the commissioners appointed by the court of Mason county, with sundry witnesses, to per- petuate the spot where the said im- provement stood, and do such other things in the premises, as may be de- emed necessary and agreeable to law. JOSEPH FARROW, jun.
Heir of Joseph Farrow deceas'd. March 3, 1797. w3t
Blank Subpoenas for Quarter Ses- sion Court clerks.
TO BE LET
FOR the term of three years, the Plantation I formerly lived on, sit- uate in the county of Mercer and on Main's fork (between widow Har- rington's and Thomas Harbinton'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. ||6tf 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 black or green.
JOHN M'MILLIN.
B. he takes in cloth at capt. Sharp's, in Woodford the first Tuesday in every month; also in Lexington at C & H. Cartner's the second Tuesday in every month.
STRAYED OR STOLEN.
FROM Mr. Haydon's near Frank- fort, 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 on one of his fore legs from his ankle 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, rifies 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 to 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 build- ing of a JAIL for the said county and district will meet at the house of Mr. Magowan 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 be inclined 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, } Comm Leonard Young, } John Parker, } Andrew M'Calla. }
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 TAR, and generous wages to all such FOUR- MEN ROPES 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. ||tf 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. tf
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, stolid 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 unmethodic 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 unne- cessary prolixity and an abstruse brevity: my whole ambition being to merit 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 copy, 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.  ** Subscriptions received at the of- fice of the Kentucky Gazette, and by all those entrusted with subscription papers.
S. WILSON.