The Kentucky gazette (Lexington [Ky.]), 1797-04-19 00:00:00

THE KENTUCKY GAZETTE.
NUMBER 515.]
WEDNESDAY, April 19, 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.
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 Bicking, 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 good spring and a valuable mill seat, likewise abundance of excellent timber of different kinds, and the range equal to any in the district—a good title will be given by the subscriber, living on the premises in Franklin county.
JOS. FENWICK.
July 22, 1796.
PRIVATE ENTERTAINMENT
FOR MAN AND HORSE,
On Main street, next door to Doctor Downing's,
By WILLIAM ALLEN.
DOCTOR DUHAMEL,
RESPECTFULLY informs the public, that he has lately began to practise Physic, at Millerburg and its neighbourhood—and that he proposes to continue with zeal and attention, and on moderate terms.
Robert & Andrew Potter,
HAVE JUST IMPORTED FROM PHILADELPHIA,
AND ARE NOW OPENING
In the Brick House lately occupied by Messrs. John & Samuel Poffetwatt, next door to Mr. Stewart's Printing Office,
A large and general Assortment of
DRY GOODS, CHINA,
GROCERIES, GLASS,
IRONMONGERY, DELF and QUEENS
SADDLERY, WARE,
BOOKS, And NAILS of all siz-
STATIONERY, es.
Which they will sell at a low price for
Cash or Country Produce suitable for the
New Orleans Market.
Lexington, Feb. 18, 1797.
FOR SALE,
The tract of LAND on which I now live, lying about two miles from Lexington, near the Georgetown road, containing two hundred acres; it is well watered and timbered, about 50 acres cleared—the title indisputable. For terms apply to the subscriber who now resides on the premises.
FRANCIS DILL.
March 24.
Hughes and Fitzhugh,
HAVE for sale, at their Factory, near Hagerstown, Washington county, Maryland,
A LARGE AND GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF
NAILS,
which they will dispose of on reasonable terms.
March 20, 1797.
Notice to Debtors.
THOSE indebted to Dr. John Watkins, are requested to come forward and settle their respective accounts, either with Dr. Ridgley, Mr. Andrew M'Calla, or the subscriber.
I have deposited the Books in the hands of Mr. M'Calla, and having given this early notice, I flatter myself, that it will prove sufficient. But if other measures should be found necessary, in order to enforce payment, I must have recourse to the rigor of the Law.
CHARLES W. BIRD, Atty. in fact for John Watkins.
Lexington, April 12, 1797.
FIVEDOLLARS REWARD.
STRAYED from Col. Meeds (formerly M'Calla's horsemill) on Jessamine on the 6th of March last, a black mare, about 14 1/2 hands high, 5 years old, branded on the near buttock R.B., some saddle spots, whoever will deliver her at Hal Metcalfe's on Hickman about 3 miles from the mouth shall receive the above reward.
DANIEL ZIMMERMAN.
TO BE RENTED,
In the Town of MILFORD, Madison Court House,
A HOUSE and LOT, the most convenient of any in said Town for a Public House, with Stables &c. for one year, or a longer time. For terms apply to Benjamin Holladay, living near Milford.
SAMUEL ESTILL.
Nov. 7.
Wanted Immediately,
AN Honest, Industrious OVERSEER, who understands the management of negroes. Also an APPRENTICE to the Tanning business. LEWIS CASTLEMAN.
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.
LAST NOTICE.
The partnership of M'Calla & 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'Calla, 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'CALLA; JOHN CASTLEMAN.
March 22.
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 us, and conveyed by Deed, in consequence of a patent issued by the State of Virginia, to the said John Cook; and as the said land, is about to be largely improved, we hereby require all persons having any claim to the said land, to make them known, that we may not be injured by improving the same.
SAMUEL TERRELL.
AARON FONTAINE.
March 9, 1797.
FOR SALE,
400 Acres of Military Land,
LYING in the county of Clarke, about twelve miles from Lexington on the main road leading from thence to Clarke court house, adjoining the land of Hubbard Taylor. This land lies well, is all of the first quality, and of indisputable title—a deed of general warranty will be given. Any person inclined to see it will be gratified by Mr. Taylor. The terms may be known, by applying to Mr. Joseph Coshy in Lexington or to Capt. Richard Terrell on Beargrass.
Aaron Fontaine.
Jefferson, March 5, 1797.
All persons for whom I located land, are desired to come forward and pay off their respective balances, in order for a division, otherwise I shall petition the different courts for a division. Also all persons who have any demands against me, for land, are desired to come forward, as I am ready to discharge the same.
I have for sale twelve thousand acres of land, on Little Kentucky, and Floyd's Fork, between eighteen and thirty miles from the Falls of Ohio, of a good quality, and lies level, which I will sell on reasonable terms for cash or negroes, and make a general warranty deed.
B. NETHERLAND.
March 16, 1797.
Private Entertainment
FOR MAN & HORSE,
By the subscriber in the house lately occupied by Mr. Haden Edwards in Frankfort, and formerly by Daniel Gano.
RICHARD M. GANO.
April 4.
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, jun.
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. SEITZ, 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.
1500 acres near Severn's valley, on the waters of Salt river.
3000 acres in Shelby county, joining Leatheman'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.
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.
Wanted,
A Young Man, as an assistant in a store, about the age of fifteen years, who can come well recommended, and can write a fair hand. Apply to the Printer hereof.
ALL persons concerned will please to take notice, that on the 18th of April next, I shall attend with commissioners, in Campbell county, at a Sycamore tree, marked IL, standing, as was supposed, about ten miles east from the Big Bone Lick; in order to take the depositions of sundry witnesses to establish the said Sycamore tree, as the beginning of my entry of seven thousand acres.
B. NETHERLAND.
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 practice law in the adjacent courts, persons desiring to purchase the different tracts, will have an opportunity of contracting with him at any of those places.
Charles W. Bird.
G. TROTTER and SCOTT,
HAVE JUST RECEIVED, AND NOW FOR SALE, At their Store directly opposite the market house, a large and neat ASSORTMENT OF MERCHANDISE. Well suited to all seasons, which they will sell on the most reduced terms, for CASH.
Twenty Dollars reward.
I WILL give the above reward for a Horse that strayed from one of the town lots of Lexington some time in July last, of the following description, viz. A bright bay, about fourteen hands high, eight or nine years old; very lengthy, some very remarkable white spots on his breast, neck and back, branded with D on the near buttock. As the time for bringing the horse to the public fray-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.
Seventy-five Dollars Reward.
RUNAWAY from the subscriber, the night of December last, a likely Negro Fellow, named Ishmael, about twenty-six years of age, five feet nine or ten inches high, stout, well made, his upper fore teeth a little wide; it is supposed that he is detained by the instigation of a certain Mrs. Mary Netherland, or some of her associates—the said Mary Netherland, was formerly the wife of John Netherland of Virginia. Also, a Negro Fellow, named Bob, (who was violently taken from me by a certain Martin Hawkins,) about forty years of age, with a blemish in one of his eyes, about five feet eight or nine inches high, limbs in his walking, occasioned by a hurt in his hips. Also, (runaway,) the fourteenth inst. a Negro Fellow, named Phill, about forty years of age, five feet nine, or ten inches high, well set, and has a large scar on one of his legs, occasioned by an old sore, which is not yet cured. The above said negroes, I expect, will pass as the property of the said Mrs. Mary Netherland, and notwithstanding the many assertions against John Netherland, it is hoped, no person of character, will be so uncharitable as to condemn him, until a full investigation of the circumstance between him and the said Mary can be heard; all persons will be particularly cautious from purchasing or hiring said negroes from said Mary, or other Persons, and also, the said Mary is legally divested of all power of making use of any property belonging to the said John Netherland, and further, any property in my possession, belonging to the said John Netherland I am ready to deliver to said Mrs. Netherland, on her legal application, agreeable to their mutual separation. The above reward, will be given, for the three negroes, delivered to me on Hickman creek, Fayette county, or lodged in any jail in the state, or twenty-five dollars each, and all reasonable charges, paid by
B. NETHERLAND.
Agent for JOHN NETHERLAND.
March 16, 1797.
NOTICE,
WE, or our attorney, will attend with the commissioners appointed by the court of Shelby, on the twenty-ninth day April next, at a settlement of John Bowman's and Edward Worthington's, alliances of Thomas Brant, on Fox run, adjoining Miller's line, then and there to take the depositions of witnesses, and perpetuate their testimony respecting said settlement, and do such other acts as may be agreeably to law.
JOHN BOWMAN.
EDWARD WORTHINGTON.
March 31, 1797.
Taken up by the subscriber,
at Boonsborough, a bay Horse Colt, two years old last spring, one hind foot white; no brand perceivable appraised to 61.
WILLIAM O'REIL.
January 17, 1797.

PARIS, January 12.
The impartial European of Brussels states, that Count Dietrichstein is sent by the Emperor to Paris. The object of his mission is to treat for a peace, which it is said, is to be negotiated without the intervention of England, under the mediation of the courts of Naples and Madrid.
LONDON, January 21.
We last night received by express, Journals to the 17th inst. inclusive. These we are happy to announce, contain the important intelligence of the surrender of Kehl.
January 27.
The King of Spain has written a letter with his own hand to the Pope, telling him to make the best terms with the French he can, as he had too much business on his own hands to interfere in the temporal concerns of his Holiness. These proofs of contempt the Pope has frequently of late received from those who at least till now showed some outward respect. Neglected, abandoned and despised, the fall of his temporal power will follow that of his spiritual dominion.
February 3.
A Spanish prize arrived in Portsmouth, reports, that she learnt on her passage, from a vessel that had left Oporto two days before, that Spain had formally declared war against Portugal.
NEW-YORK, March 6.
The question of checking the practice of usury is much agitated in Philadelphia, and certain prolix writers recommend a variety of restraints and cautions and penalties.
In an age and country, where every species of commerce is free, except the commerce of money, and where trade is well understood, it is strange that prejudice should blind the eyes of men with regard to this one article. If men wish to destroy usury, let them apply the rule, which merchants would apply in every other case—let money bear its price, repeal the laws against usury. This will do the work.
Money bears a high price—Why? Because there is not enough to supply the demand. No matter, whether the demand springs from speculation or other causes—it exists and that is enough. Let men alone in their pursuits and they will supply that demand.
The price of bread is enormous. Suppose the legislature should say to the farmer, sell your flour at five dollars—if you sell for six, we will punish you with forfeiture of double the value of the flour—or fine and imprisonment. What would the world say, to their folly as well as their despotism. The cases are parallel, except that the last is the stronger case in favour of restraint, as bread is a more necessary article than money, and thirty persons suffer by the high price of bread, where one suffer by the high interest of money.
The obstinacy with which men adhere to their prejudices against usury, is one of the most remarkable facts in the history of money and of mankind. In every thing else men see daily that high price brings plenty to market. Yet blind and stupid, in regard to money they resist all sense—all reason—all experience—all facts—and instead of letting money bear its own premium which would soon bring plenty and sink the price, they pertinaciously adhere to their theory and prejudices, and take unvaried pains to augment the evil of scarcity, by forfeitures and penalties to keep down the price. A law to regulate the length of noses would not be more absurd.
March 7.
No proposition has been made in either house of Congress for laying an embargo. A bill was introduced into the Senate for empowering the President to lay an embargo, during the recess of Congress; but was lost by a small majority. No law therefore is in existence on this subject, and the merchant may be tranquil for the present.
March 22.
Mr. Pinckney's Negotiation.
On this important subject, dispatches from Mr. Pinckney, to our executive are received, and expedited to Philadelphia, yesterday afternoon by express, from whence the public will doubtless soon be relieved from their tedious suspense. The nearest we can come to the truth, from verbal accounts torn from amid a cloud of prejudice, is, that Mr. Delacroix, inform-
ed Mr. Pinckney, that he would not now be received, but that he could tarry, under the principles on which other foreigners tarried, until further information could be received from America, on the subject of their complaints of the American executive.—That Mr. Pinckney replied, that he would not tarry on these principles, but would throw himself upon the usages of nations in these cases—and then if he was ordered to leave the country, he would do it.
We understand, that he is to tarry until he receives returns to his dispatches.
Letters from St. Petersburg, mentioning the emperor, Paul, has put seals on the paper of count Marcoff, by whose influence over the empress, the connection between the cabinet of Vienna and that of Russia, was chiefly maintained, and has given other proofs favoring the court of Berlin. To confirm this Idea, Paris papers of December 26 and 27, mention, that the king of Prussia has made a declaration, that he is determined to protect those princes of Germany, who have entered into separate treaties with France, and who have refused to supply the several contingents to the Imperial army.
As this intelligence comes through two different channels, it is, probably, well founded, and it serves to explain the conduct of the French government. This news is indeed, the most important that we have received, as the change of politics in the court of St. Peterburgh varies the whole political aspect of Europe, and it may, in the result, deeply affect the United States of America.
We have direct accounts from Martinique that the British have taken Trinidad, with an 84 gun ship, and a frigate, the crews of a 100 gun ship, & 2 others of the line, which had been burnt by the Spaniards.
Victor Hughes has imprisoned 250 Americans at Gaudaloupe.
March 23.
The letter of Buonaparte to the directory, assuring them of the attachment of the army to the government, indicates that the directory have been sounding that general on the subject. Every thing looks like an approaching explosion in France. The augmentation of the body guards of the legislature, the order of marching troops from the Rhine, the letter of Buonaparte, and the known uneasiness of the people of France with the present legislature and executive directory, seem to bode further insurrections. A gentleman from Paris assures us, that a great portion of the people are much dissatisfied with the treatment Mr. Pinckney received from the directory—They are friendly to the United States, and anxiously wish for peace.
March 24.
MR. PINCKNEY.
A gentleman who came passenger in the Hamburg Packet, informs, that Mr. Pinckney had certainly been refused by the French Directory; but it was reported at Liverpool, that he had afterwards been received.
P. Gazette.
We find the story of Mr. Pinckney's reception, has dwindled into contradictory reports. Paris news by the arrival at Philadelphia, is but two days later than by the Brisels. Our hopes, as to the pacific dispositions of the Directory, are vanished.
Arrived at Baltimore, brig Betsey, capt. Rutter, in 105 days from Calcutta and 47 from the Cape. He informs, that the difference between Tippoo and the British government has been amicably settled.
PHILADELPHIA, March 24.
The accounts received at New-York from Paris, respecting Mr. Pinckney, agrees we are informed, with the contents of that gentleman's letter, received yesterday by the secretary of state.
The accounts of the French having attempted a landing in Ireland, are confirmed.—The expedition was commanded by gen. Hoche. The dispersed situation in which the fleet arrived on the coast, owing to contrary winds, defeated the expedition.
The new emperor of Russia, has acknowledged the French Republic.
A trait of important intelligence appears in a French account from Ita-
ly, viz: That Buonaparte had determined to act with the greatest vigor against the pope, as soon as large reinforcement arrived from the Rhine, and to treat his territory as a conquered country.
The Spanish minister, Azzara, had left Rome, declaring that he has given up his holiness to the management of gen. Buonaparte.
General Clark, the French negotiator at Vienna, is emphatically said to be Malmesburyed by the emperor.
The Polish Hero, Kociusko, has been set at liberty by the new emperor of Russia, who has given him a large estate, and an annual pension of 12,000 Roubles. He proposes to retire to America, as soon as his health is restored; but at present his strength is so reduced, that he cannot enter into his carriage, without the assistance of his servants.
That the French have attempted a descent on Ireland, which has been defeated by storm, appears certain; but what has been their loss on this occasion, does not so clearly appear.
By one account we are told that several of their ships have been cast on shore, lost and destroyed, and that a great number of men, and a vast number of arms have been taken, with Hamilton Rowan, the infamous traitor (as he is called) at their head. Other accounts say, that all the ships are safely returned into harbor at Brest, and that only one transport was lost.
It is also certain, that Kehl has surrendered to the Austrians, and that Mantua is driven to the last necessity, being obliged to eat horse-flesh, so that it cannot long hold out.
Preparations are making by the Spaniards for the siege of Gibraltar. The court has ordered forty gun boats to be constructed for that purpose.
Of the intelligence brought by the late arrivals, the most important relates to the French expedition against Ireland. We have collected under this head, every interesting detail we have been able to meet with. By comparing the various accounts, it appears, that the French force when it failed from Brest, consisted of about 50 sail, including transports, of which 17 were of the line, and had on board 25,000 men.—They failed in three divisions, under the command of De Galles, Bouvet and Neuilly; the land troops under the command of general Hoche. They had scarcely left the port when bad weather dispersed them. Chief part of the fleet however rendezvoused at Bantry Bay, but the frigate la Fraternite, on board of which were the commanders of the fleet and land forces, not joining the fleet, after some delay left the Bay, without molestation, except by the wind, and by the best and latest accounts, reached Brest, in divisions without material loss. The expedition appears to have been planned on a large scale. The Toulon fleet which came round to l'Orient, and the armament at Dunkirk were probably to co-operate. Notwithstanding the above failure, the French appear still to have an expedition to Ireland in contemplation.
NOTICE TO SPORTSMEN.
To be shot for, on Saturday the 29th instant, at Higbee's tavern, on South Elkhorn, three stall fed Beeves, half a dozen Wethers, and three Cows and Calves. The terms will be made known on that day, when I shall thank any gentleman for his company.
CHARLES SANDERS.
April 15.
Good entertainment can be had on moderate terms.
NOTICE.
The partnership of CHARLES HUMPHREYS & Co. was dissolved on the 1st inst. All persons indebted to said firm are requested to make immediate payment—and those who have any demands are requested to call on the subscriber for payment, in whose hands the books &c. are placed.
ANDREW HOLMES.
April 16.
TWO DOLLARS REWARD.
MARCH the 26th, a black Horse, belonging to the subscriber, ran away from Mr. Parker's stable, near Mr. John Holmes's brew house—he is seven years old this spring, his mane hangs on both sides, not branded, keeps his tail very close when rode. Whoever takes up said horse, and delivers him at Mr. Holmes's brew house, shall have the above reward.
ROBERT SPEER.
Lexington, April 17.
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LEXINGTON:
Wednesday, April 19, 1797.
BY AUTHORITY.
By the President of the United States of America,
A PROCLAMATION.
Whereas, the constitution of the United States of America provides, that the president may, on extraordinary occasions, convene both houses of congress; and whereas, an extraordinary occasion exists for convening congress, and divers great and weighty matters claim their consideration? I have therefore thought it necessary to convene, and I do by these presents convene the congress of the United States of America, at the city of Philadelphia, in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, on Monday the fifteenth day of May next; hereby requiring the senators and representatives in the congress of the United States of America, and every of them, that, laying aside all other matters and cares, they then and there meet and assemble in congress, in order to consult and determine on such measures as in their wisdom shall be deemed meet for the safety and welfare of the United States.
In testimony whereof, I have caused the seal of the United States of America, to be affixed (L.S.) to these presents, and signed the same with my hand.
Done at the city of Philadelphia, the twenty fifth day of March, in the year of our Lord one thousand seven hundred and ninety-seven, and of the independence of the United States of America, the twenty-fifth.
JOHN ADAMS.
By the president.
T. PICKERING, Secretary of State.
The following is a correct transcript of the letter delivered to the French Directory, by Mr. Monroe, previously to his departure.
"Citizen Directors.
"I have the honor to present you with my letter of recall from the President of the United States of America, and which closes my political functions with the French Republic: And I have the honor to add that I am instructed by the President to avail myself of this occasion, to renew to you on his part, an assurance of the solicitude which the United States feel for the happiness of the French Republic.
"In performing this act, many other considerations crowd themselves upon my mind. I was witness to a revolution in my own country. I was deeply penetrated with its principles, which are the same with those of your revolution; I saw too difficulties, and remembering these, and the important services rendered us by France on that occasion, I have partaken with you in all perilous and trying situations in which you have been placed.
"It was my fortune to arrive among you in a moment of complicated danger, from within and from without; and it is with the most heartfelt satisfaction, that in taking my leave, I behold victory and a dawn of prosperity upon the point of realizing, under the auspices of a wise and excellent constitution, all the great objects for which, in council and in the field, you have so long and so nobly contended.—The information which I shall carry to America, of this state of your affairs, will be received by my countrymen with the same joy and solicitude for its continuance, that I now feel and declare for myself.
"There is no object which I have always had more uniformly and sincerely at heart, than the continuance of a close union, and perfect harmony between our two nations. I accepted my mission with a view to use my utmost efforts to increase and promote this object; and now I derive consolation in a review of my conduct from the knowledge that I have never deviated from it. Permit me therefore in withdrawing, to express an earnest wish, that this harmony may be perpetual.
"I beg leave to make to you, Citizen Directors, my particular acknowledgment for the confidence and attention with which you have honoured my mission during its continuance; and at the same time to assure you that as I shall always take a deep & sincere interest in whatever concerns the

prosperity and welfare of the French Republic, so I shall never cease in my retirement, to pay you in return for the friendship you have shown me, the only acceptable recompence to generous minds, the tribute of a grateful remembrance."
MR. BRADFORD.
I became an adventurer in a Lottery calculated to improve the Town of Lexington, under a full expectation that I should obtain the highest prize, and intended to appropriate the prize money to the purpose of erecting some lasting work in the town, such as an aqueduct; by which means I supposed my name might be handed down to posterity, with some small éclat—I have waited with great anxiety, to have it in my power to carry this project into effect—but the tardiness of the gentlemen concerned in the management of the Lottery I fear will suffer my ardor for fame to subside, and I shall perhaps, anticipate the prize, and run in debt for a tract of land.
AN ADVENTURER.
At a meeting of sundry old faithful Topers, it was resolved, That the excise law operates hardly against them, by augmenting the price of whiskey. That this augmentation is considerably increased by the introduction of what is called half pint bottles , many of which it takes six to make a quart. Therefore, from the above grievances, they have determined to suspend the practice of drinking, till a petition can be presented to the ensuing meeting of the general assembly, praying they will appoint the most meritorious of said Topers (meaning the most persevering drinker) to demolish all such nominal half pints as can be found.
By order of the Board, TOBY FILLPOT, Ch.
Lamb's Wool.
The highest price will be given for a quantity of LAMB'S WOOL.
An apprentice wanting to the hatting business; a boy about the age of sixteen or seventeen years, will be preferred. Apply to the subscriber living nearly opposite to Stewart's Printing-Office.
GEORGE WEIGART.
Lexington, February 21, 1797. MASON COUNTY, ss.
March court, 1797.
David Blanchard Complainant AGAINST Willoughby Tebbs, heir at law to John Tebbs, and Thomas Carvins, defendants. IN CHANCERY.
THE defendant Tebbs, not having entered his appearance agreeably to an act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the defendant is no inhabitant of this commonwealth, on the motion of the complainant by his attorney, it is ordered that the defendant appear here on the first day of next court, and answer the complainant's bill; and that a copy of this order be advertised in one of the Kentucky Gazette's for two months successively—another posted at the court house door, of this county, and that this order be published at the door of the Baptist meeting house in Washington, some Sunday immediately after divine service, or the complainant's bill will be taken for confessed;—it appearing to the court that the former order made herein, was not executed.
(A Copy) I. MARSHALL jun. C. M. C.
NOTICE is hereby given to all whom it may concern, that I shall meet with the commissioners appointed by the county court of Bourbon, under the act of assembly entitled 'an act to ascertain the boundaries of land, and for other purposes,' on the second Thursday in May next at my improvement on the road leading from Ruddell's old station to the lower Blue Licks, then and there to perpetuate the testimony of sundry witnesses concerning the calls in my entries of settlement and Preemption of fourteen hundred acres, and do such acts as may be thought necessary and agreeable to law.
JOHN CONWAY, jun.
April 6, 1797.
NOTICE.
THE subscriber is about laying off and establishing a town on the Ohio river, in Campbell county, directly opposite Judge Symm's settlement at North Bend, at a place called Bulletsburgh, and will expose to sale a number of the most valuable lots at the house of James McClelland on the premises, on Saturday the 6th day of May next, at which time and place the terms of sale will be made known.
CAVE JOHNSON.
Blank Deeds for sale.
RAN away from the subscriber, on North Elkhorn, Scott county, a dark brown horse, nearly fourteen hands high, no white except saddle spots, branded on the near shoulder SH, about 3 years old, whoever takes up said horse and delivers him to me, or to Peter Kerns near Georgetown, on North Elkhorn, shall have two dollars reward.
SAMUEL HOLLOWAY.
April 8. W*2t.
NOTICE,
That the board of trustees of the Kentucky Academy, will meet at Robert Megowan's tavern in Lexington, on the last day of May next. Those places which formerly made proposals, may then have an opportunity of renewing them; and other places that may think proper, may also make known what encouragement, they will give towards enabling the board to establish a seat for the Academy—as at that time it is intended to fix it Where it shall appear most for the advantage of the institution.
By order of the Board,
J. ARTHUR, Clk.
Lexington, April 5, 1797. 5t
TAKEN up by the subscriber, on the waters of Spencer one mile from Mountsterling, Clarke county, a bay filly 3 years old last spring, has two small white spots near the panil of her right shoulder, branded on the right thigh H, but scarcely perceivable appraised to 8l 10s.
WILLIAM CARTER.
January 26.
A List of Letters remaining in the Post Office, Frankfort, which if not taken out in three months, will be sent to the General Post Office, Philadelphia, as dead Letters.
April 13, 1797.
A.] Robert Alexander, 3, Woodford county. Auditor of public accounts, Frankfort.
B.] Walter Basty, Franklin county. James Blair Esq. Frankfort. Robert Badgely, ditto.
James and Thomas Boals, Shelbyville.
C.] Col. Anthony Crockett, 2, Franklin county. Levy and Vernon Compton, Kentucky.
Thomas Carnell, Frankfort. Philips Caldwell, do.
Clerk of the Federal court, do. Francis Connell, merchant, Clear creek, Shelby county.
D.] Thomas Daey, Woodford county.
E.] William Ely Esq. Frankfort.
F.] Doct. Walter Fenwick, do.
G.] James Garrard Esq. do.
J.] John Jouette, do.
K.] Benjamin Kennedy, mouth of Kentucky.
L.] Joseph Linn, Georgetown. Isaac Locks, care of Mr. Joseph Craig, Port William.
Andrew Lees, Franklin county. Thomas Logan, do.
John Lanthier, Frankfort. Nicholas Long, Kentucky. Willis Lee, 2, Frankfort. Gen. Ben. Logan, Shelby county.
M.] Lewis Moore, Kentucky. William M'Breaker, Franklin county. James Merrivether, Frankfort. George Madison, Esq. ditto.
William M'Camant, on the road to Frankfort. William Murray, Esq. Frankfort.
O.] George Oatman, do.
P.] John M. Price, Port William.
R.] Abner Rucker, Kentucky, Clear creek. Nathaniel Richardson, Frankfort.
S.] John Alloway Strange, 2, Woodford county. Benjamin Stevenson, Woodford county.
William Sullivan, Shelbyville. William Samuel, Franklin county.
T.] Thomas Tunstall, 2, Frankfort. Col. Thomas Todd, Frankfort. Captain Anthony Thompson, Woodford county. Charles Tatham, care of Col. Todd, Frankfort. Harry Toumlin, Sec'y, 2, Frankfort.
RICHARD M. GANO, P. M.
STRAYED OR STOLEN,
FROM Capt. Raines's in Bourbon, near Maj. Grigg's, about three miles from Paris, on the sixth inst. a forrel Horse, six or seven years old about fourteen and a half hands high, with a bald face, glass eyes, all his feet white to about his knees, and some white spots under his belly, shod all round, trots, he is inclined to be scary if tied to a fence or any timber. Whoever will bring said horse to Capt. Raines, shall receive Ten Dollars reward, with all reasonable expense.
JOHN HILL.
April 11, 1797.
To be Let,
At the Court House in Lexington, On Saturday the 22d inst. at two o'Clock, in the afternoon, the building of a BRICK KITCHEN, on the Seminary lot, to be sixteen feet square, with a cellar under, and two stories above ground, further particulars will be made known at the time of letting.
JAMES TROTTER, JOHN BRADFORD, JAMES MOORE, } Com.
April 14, 1797.
NOTICE,
On the twentieth day of May next, I shall attend with the commissioners appointed by the county court of Shelby, on the following entry in the name of Jonah Seaman; assignee for five hundred acres, upon a treasury warrant, on the main branch of Drennen's lick creek, beginning three and three fourths above the second fork in the said creek, and to run South-East one hundred poles, thence from the beginning two hundred poles North-West, thence at right angles to the same, up for quantity, including a cabin, built by Jacob Newland, then and there to take on oath the deposition or depositions of such witness or witnesses, touching the premises, and do such other acts and things as by law the said commissioners are authorized and required to do for the purpose of ascertaining the calls in said entry.
JOSEPH DUPUY, Agent for Jonah Seaman.
March 25, 1797.
WANTED IMMEDIATELY,
Two or three Apprentices To the Carpenter's and Shop Joiner's Business. Also two or three
Good Journeyinen, for House work, to whom generous wages will be given.
JOHN SPANGLER.
Lexington, April 12. tf
WHEREAS William Worley of Frankfort, has obtained by way of deception, an obligation of mine for Fifty Pounds, to be paid in a horse in May 1798. I hereby forewarn all persons from taking an assignment of said obligation, as I am determined not to pay it until compell'd by law.
HENRY GULLIAN.
March 30, 1797.
NOTICE,
THAT on the 20th day of May next, I shall attend with the commissioners appointed by the county court of Shelby, on an entry made in the name of Charles Seaman, for 1000 acres upon a treasury warrant, on the main branch of Drennen's lick creek, about 2 miles above the second fork of said creek, joining a preemption of James Hannah's on the south west corner and running up said creek on both sides thereof for quantity, including a cabin built by Jacob Newland, then and there to take on oath, the depositions of such witnesses as shall be brought forward, to prove the improvement, boundaries or any special place called for in the aforesaid entry, and to do such other acts & things in the premises, as by the act of assembly in such case made and provided. Also, to prove James Hannah's entry on a pre-emption warrant of 1000 acres No. 978, about 6 miles up Drennen's lick creek, lying up the second fork of said creek, beginning about half a mile up, in the said fork, including a cabin built by Jacob Newland, also to include both branches of the said creek, and up for quantity, for the purpose of establishing Charles Seaman's entry, which calls to adjourn it on the South-west corner, and to do such other acts in said Hannah's claim as is required by law to perpetuate the same.
JOSEPH DUPUY, agent for Jonathan Seaman, who is heir to Chas. Seaman dec'd.
March 25, 1797. S6* f
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NOTICE
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SAMUEL STRODE.
To the Patrons of Literature.
HAVING with infinite concern observed the little attention that is paid to the instruction of youth in the grammatical principles of the English language in most of our schools, both in town and country; I find after the most accurate enquiry into the state of the case, and deliberate investigation of the subject, that this enormous neglect must be principally attributed to the manner in which the fundamental & indispensably necessary science has hitherto been treated.
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** Subscriptions received at the office of the Kentucky Gazette, and by all those entrusted with subscription papers.
MISSING,
A CRATE of QUEEN'S WARE, containing blue edged plates and dishes, coffee pots, tea pots, coffee cups and saucers, tea cups and saucers, bowls &c. It was landed out of the horse boat, and stored with Mr. Taylor, at Limestone. Any information respecting it will be thankfully received by
WILLIAM WEST.
Lexington, 17th March. N. B. The bowls and tea cups, were assorted colours.
Taken up by the subscriber, living near Washington, in Mason county, a forrel mare; two or three years old, a small star in her face, no visible brand, about thirteen hands high, appraised to 10l.
STEPHEN FLEMMING.
December 17, 1796. $
Taken up by the subscriber, on the waters of M c Cauley's run Scott county, a bright gray mare 7 or 8 years old, 14 hands high branded on the near buttock to all appearance IS, likewise a last spring horse colt, a bay with a small star in his forehead, no brand, the two appraised to 7l, and an Iron gray filly, rising 3 years old, fourteen hands high, with a mealy coloured face, no visible brand, appraised to 8l.
SAMUEL GALLAWAY.
Taken up by the subscriber, on Hickman's creek a bay last spring's colt, neither docked nor branded, appraised to 3l.
Charles Lockert.
February 27, 1797.

SACRED TO THE MUSES.
EPIGRAM.
Twixt John and his wife, in lieu of affection, Perpetual contests arose: In judgment & taste each assum'd the direction, And both were proceeding to blows: When John exclaim'd, "Hold, my error I see, Your argument's weighty and true, You have taste—for in marriage you made choice of me; I have none—I made choice of you!"
A MIRACLE.
A vessel on her passage to Jamaica, with troops on board, a little boy, who was a fifer, sitting on the gunwale, & was directly swallowed by a shark: A hook was immediately baited with a piece of beef, and thrown over the stern, which was seized by the shark, and he was presently hauled on board. On opening his belly, the boy was found snugly seated between two ribs, and unconcerned, playing a tune on his fife.
Thirty Dollars Reward.
RAN away from the subscriber, the night of the 2d instant, a negro man named Charles, 25 or 26 years of age, 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high, a smart sensible fellow; took with him sundry cloathing, among which is a blue coat, a D. blue jacket bound with red; a red waistcoat, a suit of a dark colour. Also a negro woman named Milley, about 27 years of age, a stout well made, sensible woman; she took with her sundry cloathing, linsey coats and jackets, a new habit of calico; one ditto of mouselin, a new hat with a fine band; has also with her a female child, about six months old, and its cloathing. Whoever delivers the said negroes to me in Scott county, one mile and a half from Georgetown, or to Maj James Lemon in Georgetown, shall receive the above reward, or Ten Dollars if committed to any jail in the state.—I do hereby forewarn all persons from harboring or entertaining said negroes—and all masters of boats or vessels are forewarned on their peril, from conveying them from this state. BENJAMIN JOHNSON. April 12.
STOP THEM.
RAN away from Gholson Stepp's on the 27th of March, three negroes, viz. A man named Isaac, a black fellow, about 25 years of age, about 5 feet 10 inches high; he formerly belonged to Richard Higgins, Gholson Stepp and James Knight—Lydia, a woman 18 years old, the common size; she has a female child named Anaca, about one year old. It is supposed they are in the neighbourhood of Joseph Craig. Whoever will deliver the above negroes to the subscriber living on Jessamine, shall be handsomely rewarded. MARSTIN CLAY.
I HEREBY caution all persons against purchasing more than one equal half of an entry and survey of four thousand acres of land, on the Rolling fork, made in the name of Joseph Smith, beginning at the mouth of Indian or Clay Lick creek, and up said fork & Locust run or Pope's creek as one equal half quantity and quality is my property. ELIJAH CRAIG. April 11, 1797.
At a court of Quarter Sessions held for the county of Hardin, the 28th day of February, 1797.
William Hardin, complainant,
AGAINST
Christopher Maconico, Joseph Jones, Thomas Shore, John May, and Mary May, infant orphans of John May, dec. and the heirs of John Banister, dec.
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 potted up at the door of John Vertree's in this county, where divine service is performed.
(A copy) D. MAY, C. H. C. Q.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, living near Washington, in Mason county, a forrel mare, 2 or 3 years old, a small star in her face, no visible brand, about 13 hands high, appraised to 10l. STEPHEN FLEMMING. December 17, 1796.
NOTICE, to those whom it may concern—That whereas I have purchased of Richard Chinoweth 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 merchandise; but have been credibly informed since, that there is a deception in the bond, this is to forewarn any person from trading for or taking an assignment 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 different parts of Kentucky, for sale, which he will dispose of reasonably. JOHN CLAY. Lexington, 1th August, 1796.
Just Arrived at Limestone,
And will be opened in the course of the ensuing week, at the subscriber's store in Lexington, a large and general assortment of
MERCHANDISE,
Suited to the present and approaching season;
Which will be sold, wholesale or retail, on the lowest terms for cash, or the following articles of produce: flour, kiln-dried indian meal, hemp, wheat, rye, corn, barley, oats, bacon, butter in firkins, tallow, whiskey, peach brandy, feathers, beeswax, country made sugar and linen, or any other articles of produce that can be made to answer the Orleans market. SAM. PRICE, & Co. Feb. 18, 1797.
NEW ORLEANS.
THE Subscribers will engage a number of Able Bodied MEN, to conduct their Boats to New Orleans. Liberal wages will be given—Apply to SEITZ & LAUMAN. * A generous price will be given for clean WHEAT, HEMP, and TALLOW, in MERCHANDISE. Apply as above. Lexington, November 25.
FRESH GOODS.
Just received and now opened, by JAMES TROTTER, At his Store in Lexington, A large and general assortment of Merchandise, Which will be sold on the lowest terms for Cash and Country made Linen and Sugar. March 10.
NOTICE.
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 adjusting. 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 29, 1797.
NOTICE.
ALL those indebted to the estate of William Parker dec. by bond, note or book account, are earnestly requested to come forward and settle them; likewise all those who have any demands against said estate, to bring them forward properly authenticated for settlement, as the debts of the deceased must be immediately paid.—No indulgence can be expected. Alexander Parker Adm. Lexington, April 12, 1797.
For Sale,
THE FOLLOWING TRACTS OF LAND: ONE tract lying in the county of Campbell, on the waters of Locust creek, containing 2699 acres. One tract, lying on Long Lick creek, a branch of Rough creek, Hardin county, about seven miles from Hardin settlement, containing 2500 acres. The above lands will be disposed of on moderate terms; one half of the purchase money to be paid down, for the other a credit of twelve months will be given to 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, atty. in fact for THOS. HOLT.
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.
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. Wm. M'BRYERS.
HIS is to inform the public, that Fulling 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 M'MILLIN. N. B. he takes in cloth at scap. Sharp's, in Woodford the first Tuesday in every month; also in Lexington at C & H. Currier's the second Tuesday in every month.
Wanted to Hire.
SEVERAL ABLE BODIED MEN, TO WORK IN A BRICK YARD, WHO shall receive good treatment and generous wages.—Whire 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 building 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 outline to undertake the building—And on the eighteenth of the same month they will again meet at the same place in order to receive proposals, and enter into contract for erecting said jail—ready to the plan so presented. James Trotter, Leonard Young, John Parker, Andrew M'Calla. } Comm
March 17.
THE SUBSCRIBER HAVING engaged a workman from Philadelphia, perfectly acquainted with manufacturing Cordage 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 TALLOW, and generous wages to all such FOURNEYMEN rope Makers as can come well recommended for their sobriety and industry. He would also wish to take a number of boys from twelve to fifteen 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 subscriber has taken into partnership. As this species of manufacture will probably be continued and greatly extended in the western country, and as it is an easy and decent employment, it is hoped that many will be disposed to be instructed in so useful a branch of business. THOMAS HART. CASH will also be given for a quantity of HEMP SEED of the last year's growth. March 18, 1797.
For Sale,
ON REASONABLE TERMS FOR CASH. TWO thousand acres of Valuable Land, lying in Shelby county on the waters of Clear creek, about nine miles from Shelby court house. For terms apply to the subscriber, living on Scott's road, about two miles from Lexington. John Kennedy.
NOTICE.
WHEREAS, the partnership of Alexander and James Parker being dissolved (by the death of James) the executors of the deceased, earnestly request all those indebted to the said firm, by bond, note or book account, to come forward immediately and settle their respective balances; likewise all those who have any demands against said firm, to bring them forward properly authenticated, for settlement, as the debts of the deceased must be immediately paid and the partnership settled.—No indulgence can be expected. ALEX. PARKER, JOHN COBURN, } Exrs. JOHN BRADFORD, Lexington, April 12, 1797.
Wanted Immediately.
A NUMBER OF HANDS TO CONDUCT BOATS TO THE MOUTH OF OHIO. TO whom generous wages will be given. Apply to the subscriber in Lexington. ANDREW HOLMES. April 13, 1797.
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. Walker 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 ottler in Kentucky. R. COLEMAN.
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 Tars; all which they will give the highest price for, at their Store in Lexington (Continuing) E. Winters's Mills at the mouth of Tate's Creek, or any Ware House on the Kentucky River. MOODY & DOWNING December 19, 1796.
WINE & SPIRITS.
I HAVE ON HAND A QUANTITY OF MADDERA, PORT, LISBON AND SHERRY WINES; ALSO, GOOD OLD SPIRITS, WHICH I will sell on moderate terms by the Cask. WILLIAM LEAVY. Lexington April 14, 1797.
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 little 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, Baltimore) his dam a full blooded imported English mare. Nebuchadnezzar will stand at five dollars the season, payable in merchandise produce, delivered in Lexington. Any gentleman who may choose to send mares any distance, may have pasture at three shillings per week during the season, but I will not be liable for escapes or accidents. G. ADAMS. March 1, 1797.
STRAYED or STOLEN
FROM the subscriber, on the 25th of March, one mare and two horses. A reward of two dollars for each and reasonable charges will be allowed to whoever will deliver them in Millersburg.—The mare is a bright bay color, has neither brand or mark, she is about 7 years old, and above 15 hands high, trots remarkably well and was lately shod round. One horse is the same age and size, brown bay, branded on the shoulder MB, the left hind foot swelled, and a small white mark in the forehead. The other horse is smaller, brown bay five years old, slender made, branded on the shoulder with a heart, and has remarkable long ears. J. SAVARY. Millersburg, Hingston's fork.
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 there is a judgment now obtained against him and me by Samuel Snowden for the sum of 400l.—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.
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 (am not certain which) some saddle spots, I do not collect any other other mark; paces and trots, if led up to a log or stump will step upon it if within his reach, he was purchased last week of a Mr. G. of Franklin county. The above reward will be given for the thief if brought to justice, or five dollars for the horse on his being delivered to BEN: STOUT. March 14, 1797.