The Kentucky gazette (Lexington [Ky.]), 1797-06-07 00:00:00

THE KENTUCKY GAZETTE.
NUMBER 529.]
WEDNESDAY, June 7, 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.
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 Miller'sburg and its neighbourhood—and that he proposes to continue with zeal and attention, and on moderate terms. tf
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. tf March 24.
Notice to Debtors. THOSE indebted to Dr. John Watkins, are requested to come forward and settle their respective accounts, either with Dr. Ridgely, 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, Atto. in fact for John Watkins. Lexington, April 12, 1797. 12m
For Sale, THE FOLLOWING TRACTS OF LAND. ONE tract lying in the county of Campbell, on the waters of Locust creek, containing 2699 acres. One tract, lying on Long Lick creek, a branch of Rough creek, Hardin county, about seven miles from Hardin settlement, containing 2500 acres. The above lands will be disposed of on moderate terms; one half of the purchase money to be paid down, for the other a credit of twelve months will be given; the purchaser giving bond with approved security. Any person inclined to purchase, may know the terms by applying to Capt. Robt. Craddock in Danville, or, JOHN W. HOLT, Atto. in fact for THOS. HOLT. tf
NOTICE. ALL those indebted to the estate of William A. 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.
The managers of the Lexington Lodge Lottery having announced to the public, that the drawing of that lottery will certainly commence the 10th June next—Adventurers in the Lexington Chances of Insurance Lottery, will take notice, that agreeably to the original plan thereof, the drawing of the former will determine the fate of the tickets of the latter. * A few Tickets remain on hand which may be had on application to the MANAGERS. Lexington, May 22, 1797
Strayed or stolen from the subscriber, a dark brown horse, nearly sixteen hands high, eight years old, branded on the near buttock 1H, shod all round, shews the mark of gear, and had on a small bell. Whoever delivers said horse to me in Frankfort, shall be handsomely rewarded, by ACHILLES SNEED, for THOMAS TODD. April 26. tf
WOODFORD COUNTY, May Court of Quarter Sessions, 1797. John Jackson complainant, AGAINST John Briscoe defendant. IN CHANCERY.
The defendant not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that he is not an inhabitant of this state; on the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney; it is ordered that the said defendant, do appear here on the first Monday in July next, and answer the bill of the plaintiff—and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in the Kentucky Gazette for two months successively, and published at the door of Clear creek meeting-house, on some Sunday immediately after divine service, and at the front door of the court-house, in the town of Versailles. (A Copy) Teste T. TURPIN, CLK.
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. tf
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.
All person 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. tf
MASON COUNTY, set. 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 not an 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 complainants bill will be taken for confessed;—It appearing to the court that the former order made herein, was not executed. (A Copy) Teste J. MARSHALL jun. C. M. C.
For Sale, SIX HUNDRED ACRES OF LAND, OF SOIL EQUAL TO ANY IN THE WESTERN COUNTRY; LYING in Clarke county, on the waters of Stoner, near Bramble's lick, and containing two farms, consisting of about sixty-six acres cleared—with springs, gardens, orchards, meadows, necessary and convenient Houses and a most Excellent Mill Seat. The terms may be made known by applying to the subscribers, living on the premises, or to Mr. Garland Bullock in Lexington.—Immediate possession will be given. DAVID GIST. PATTERSON BULLOCK. June 2, 1797. tf 3.
Hughes and Fitzhugh, HAVE for sale, at their Factory, near Harrodstown, Washington county, Maryland, A LARGE AND GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF NAILS, which they will dispose of on reasonable terms. March 20, 1797. Blank Deeds for sale.
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, 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 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 or 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
To be Sold on low terms, Three hundred acres of excellent and beautiful lying LAND, in Franklin county, about six miles from Frankfort, and one and a half miles from Sanders's mills—about thirty acres cleared, and under good fence, three of which is well set with timber, several good cabins; well watered; the land may be seen and the terms made known, by applying to Maj. Thomas Gist, or the subscriber, living near said Land. ROBERT PATTESON. Franklin county, April 29. tf
FOR SALE, That noted tract of LAND, English's station, containing four hundred acres, three miles from the Crab orchard, supposed to be equal, if not superior to any in the district, for a public house; as the land is of good quality, a great part of it would make excellent meadow; the range is good both winter and summer, and from its situation, no doubt will be permanent; well watered with springs; a good seat for a distillery, and Dick's river runs through the tract; eighty or ninety acres now in order for cropping. An indisputable title will be made to the purchaser. For terms apply to the Printer hereof, or to the subscriber at Madison court house. Spencer Griffin. April 21. tf 13
Three Dollars Reward. Strayed from the plantation of Mr. Francis Downing, on Hickman, four miles from Lexington, on the 23d instant, a dark bay horse, eight or nine years old, nearly fifteen hands high, a blaze and snip, two hind feet white. Whoever will deliver the said horse to Mr. Francis Downing, or to the subscriber, shall have the above reward. George Heytel. Lexington, April 28. tf 13
Warranted Boulting Cloths, From No. 1 to No. 6, for sale at ANDREW HOLMES'S STORE, The corner of Main and Mill streets, Lexington. FOR CASH OR HIDES, LEATHER of all kinds may be had at Mr. George Adams's, of me JOSEPH JEFFS. Lexington, May 24, 1797. tf
FOR SALE, SIX HUNDRED THOUSAND ACRES OF VALUABLE LAND, SITUATED in the counties of Franklin, Clarke, Bourbon, Mason, Madison, Lincoln, Hardin and Greene. The taxes shall be paid, and other incumbances 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.
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At a Court of Quarter Sessions, held for the county of Fayette, March 18th 1797. Alexander Cleveland, Complainant, Against James Patton, Defendant, IN CHANCERY.
THE said Defendant, not having entered his appearance agreeable to law, and the rules of this court—and it appearing that he is not an inhabitant of this state—on the motion of the complainant, by his counsel, it is ordered that the said Defendant do appear here on the second Monday in August next, to answer the complainant's bill—that a copy of this order be inserted in the Kentucky Gazette for two months successively, and published at the door of the Presbyterian meeting-house in the town of Lexington, on some Sunday immediately after divine service, and a copy set up at the door of the court house of this county. (A Copy) Teste LEVI TODD.
STRAYED from Lexington, about the 20th of April last, a small dark red COW, four years old this spring, a piece taken off the under side of each ear, so as to make them in the shape of a Fox's ears. Whoever will deliver said Cow to the subscriber at the office of the Kentucky Gazette, or give such information that he may get her, shall have a reward of Two Dollars. B. J. Bradford. Lexington, May 25.

PHILADELPHIA, May 16. This day at 12 o'clock, the president of the United States met both houses of congress, in the representative chamber, and delivered the following
S P E E C H:
Gentlemen of the Senate, and gentlemen of the House of Representatives,
The personal inconveniences to the members of the senate, & of the house of representatives, in leaving their families & private affairs, at this season of the year, are so obvious, that I the more regret the extraordinary occasion, which has rendered the convention of Congress indispensable.
It would have afforded me the highest satisfaction, to have been able to congratulate you on a restoration of peace to the nations of Europe, whose animosities have endangered our tranquility; but, we have still abundant cause of gratitude to the Supreme Dispenser of national blessings, for general health and promising seasons; for domestic and social happiness; for the rapid progress and ample acquisitions of industry, through extensive territories; for civil, political, and religious liberty; while other states are desolated with foreign war, or convulsed with intestine divisions, the United States present the pleasing prospect of a nation governed by mild and equal laws, generally satisfied with the possession of their rights, neither envying the advantages nor fearing the power of other nations, solicitous only for the maintenance of order and justice and the preservation of liberty, increasing daily in their attachment to a system of government in proportion to their experience of its utility, yielding a ready and general obedience to laws flowing from the reason and resting on the only solid foundation, the affections of the people.
It is with extreme regret that I shall be obliged to turn your thoughts to other circumstances which admonish us, that some of these felicities may not be lasting. But, if the tide of our prosperity is full and a reflux commencing, a vigilant circumspection becomes us, that we may meet our reverses with fortitude, and extricate ourselves from their consequences with all the skill we possess and all the efforts in our power.
In giving to Congress information of the state of the Union, and recommending to their consideration such measures, as appear to me, to be necessary or expedient, according to any constitutional duty, the causes and the object of the present extraordinary session will be explained.
After the President of the United States, received information, that the French government had expressed serious discontent, at some proceedings of the government of these states, said to affect the interests of France, he thought it expedient to send to that country a new minister, fully instructed to enter on such amicable discussions, and to give such candid explanations, as might happily remove the discontent and suspicions of the French government, and vindicate the conduct of the United States. For this purpose, he selected from among his fellow-citizens, a character whose integrity, talents, experience, and services, had placed him in the rank of the most esteemed and respected in the nation; the direct object of his mission was expressed in his letter of credence to the French Republic, being 'to maintain that good understanding, which from the commencement of the alliance, had subsisted between the two nations; and to efface unfavorable impressions; banish suspicions, and restore that cordiality, which was at once the evidence and pledge of a friendly union,' and his instructions were to the same effect 'faithfully to represent the disposition of the government, and people of the United States, their disposition being one, to remove jealousies, and obviate complaints, by showing that they were groundless, to restore that mutual confidence, which had been so unfortunately, and injuriously impaired, and to explain the relative interests of both countries, and the real sentiments of his own.'
A minister thus specially commissioned, it was expected, would have proved the instrument of restoring mutual confidence between the two republics. The first step of the French go-
vernment corresponded with that expectation. A few days before his arrival at Paris, the French minister of foreign relations informed the American minister then resident at Paris, of the formalities to be observed by himself in taking leave, and by his successor preparatory to his reception. These formalities they observed; and, on the 9th of December, presented officially to the minister of foreign relations, the one a copy of his letters of recall, the other a copy of his letters of credence.
These were laid before the Executive Directory two days afterwards. The minister of foreign relations informed the recalled American minister, that the Executive directory had determined not to receive another minister plenipotentiary from the United States, until after the redress of grievances demanded of the American government, and which the French Republic had a right to expect from it. The American minister immediately endeavored to ascertain, whether by refusing to receive him, it was intended that he should retire from the territories of the French republic; and verbal answers were given, that such was the intention of the Directory. For his own justification, he desired a written answer, but obtained none until towards the last of January; when, receiving notice in writing to quit the territories of the Republic, he proceeded to Amsterdam, where he proposed to wait for instruction from this Government. During his residence at Paris, cards of hospitality were refused him, and he was threatened with being subjected to the jurisdiction of the minister of the police:—but with becoming firmness, he insisted on the protection of the law of nations, due to him, as the known minister of a foreign power. You will derive further information from his dispatches, which will be laid before you.
As it is often necessary that nations should treat, for the mutual advantage of their affairs, and especially to accommodate and terminate differences, and as they can treat only by ministers, the right of embassy is well known, and established by the law and usage of nations; the refusal on the part of France to receive our minister, is then the denial of a right, but the refusal to receive him, until we have acceded to their demands, without discussion, and without investigation, is to treat us neither as allies, nor as friends, nor as a sovereign state.
With this conduct of the French government, it would be proper to take into view, the public audience given to the late minister of the United States on his taking leave of the Executive Directory.
The speech of the President, discloses sentiments more alarming, than the refusal of a minister, because more dangerous to our independence and union; and at the same time studiously marked with indignities towards the government of the United States,—it evinces a disposition to separate the people of the United States from the government; to persuade them that they have different affections, principles and interests, from those of their fellow citizens, whom they themselves have chosen to manage their common concerns, and thus to produce divisions fatal to our peace.—Such attempts ought to be repelled, with a decision which shall convince France, and the world, that we are not a degraded people; humiliated under a colonial spirit of fear and sense of inferiority, fitted to be the miserable instruments of foreign influence, and regardless of national honor, character and interest.
I should have been happy to have thrown a veil over these transactions, if it had been possible to conceal them; but they have passed on the great theatre of the world, in the face of all Europe and America, and with such circumstances of publicity and solemnity, that they cannot be disguised, and will not soon be forgotten; they have inflicted a wound in the American breast; it is my sincere desire, however, that it may be healed; it is my desire, and in this I presume I concur with you, and our constituents, to preserve peace and friendship with all nations, and believing that neither the honor, nor the interest of the United States, absolutely forbid the repetition of advances for securing these desirable objects with France, I shall insti-
tute a fresh attempt at negotiation, and shall not fail to promote & accelerate an accommodation, on terms compatible with the rights, duties, interests & honor of the nation; if we have committed errors, and these can be demonstrated, we shall be willing to correct them; if we have done injuries, we will be willing, on conviction, to redress them, and equal measures of justice we have a right to expect from France, and every other nation.
The diplomatic intercourse between the United States and France, being at present suspended, the government has no means of obtaining official information from that country, nevertheless there is reason to believe, that the Executive directory passed a decree on the 2d of March last, contravening in part, the treaty of amity and commerce, of one thousand seven hundred and seventy-eight, injurious to our lawful commerce, and endangering the lives of our citizens. A copy of this decree will be laid before you.
While we are endeavouring to adjust all our differences with France by amicable negotiation, the progress of the war in Europe, the depredations on our commerce, the personal injuries to our citizens, and the general complexion of affairs, render it my indispensable duty to recommend to your consideration effectual measures of defence.
The commerce of the United States has become an interesting object of attention, whether we consider it in relation to the wealth and finances, or the strength and resources of the nation. With a sea-coast of near two thousand miles in extent, opening a wide field for fisheries, navigation, and commerce; a great portion of our citizens naturally apply their industry and enterprise to these objects. Any serious and permanent injury to commerce would not fail to produce the most embarrassing disorders. To prevent it from being undermined and destroyed, it is essential that it receive an adequate protection.
The naval establishment must occur to every man, who considers the injuries committed on our commerce, the insults offered to our citizens, & the description of the vessels by which these abuses have been practised; as the sufferings of our mercantile, & seafaring citizens, cannot be ascribed to the omission of duties demandable, considering the neutral situation of our country, they are to be attributed to the hope of impunity, arising from a supposed inability on our part to afford protection. To resist the consequences of such impressions on the minds of foreign nations, and to guard against the degradation and servility, which they must finally stamp on the American character, is an important duty of government.
A naval power, next to the militia, is the natural defence of the United States. The experience of the last war, would be sufficient to shew, that a moderate naval force, such as would be easily within the present abilities of the Union, would have been sufficient to have baffled many formidable transportation of troops from one state to another, which were then practised. Our sea coasts from their great extent are more easily annoyed and more easily defended by a naval force than any other. With all the materials our country abounds; In skill our naval architects and navigators, are equal to any, and commanders and seamen will not be wanting.
But although the establishment of a permanent system of naval defence appears to be requisite, I am sensible it cannot be formed so speedily, and extensively as the present crisis demands:—Hitherto I have thought proper to prevent the sailing of armed vessels except to the East-Indies, where general usage, and the danger from pirates appeared to render the permission proper, yet the restriction has originated, solely from a wish to prevent collisions with the powers at war, contravening the act of Congress of June, one thousand seven hundred and ninety-four, and not from any doubt entertained by me of the policy and propriety of permitting our vessels to employ means of defence, while engaged in a lawful foreign commerce. It remains for Congress to prescribe such regulations as will enable our seafaring citizens to defend themselves against violations of the law of nations, & at the same time restrain them, from committing acts of hostility against the powers at war. In
addition to this voluntary provision for defence by individual citizens it appears to me necessary, to equip the frigates, and provide other vessels of inferior force to take under convoy such merchant vessels as shall remain unarmed.
The greater part of the cruisers whose depredations have been most injurious, have been built, and some of them partially equipped in the United States. Although an effectual remedy may be attended with difficulty, yet I have thought it my duty to present the subject generally to your consideration. If a mode can be devised by the wisdom of Congress to prevent the resources of the United States from being converted into the means of annoying our trade, a great evil will be prevented. With the same view I think it proper to mention that some of our citizens resident abroad have fitted out privateers, and others have voluntarily taken the command, or entered on board of them, and committed depredations on the commerce of the United States. Such unnatural and iniquitous practices can be restrained only by severe punishments.
But besides a protection of our commerce on the seas, I think it highly necessary to protect it at home, where it is collected in our most important ports. The distance of the United States from Europe, and the well known promptitude, ardor, and courage of the people, in defence of their country, happily diminish the probability of invasion; nevertheless, to guard against sudden and predatory incursions, the situation of some of our principal sea ports, demands your consideration; and as our country is vulnerable in other interests besides those of its commerce, you will seriously deliberate, whether the means of general defence ought not to be increased by an addition to the regular artillery and cavalry, and by arrangements for forming a provisional army.
With the same view, and as a measure, which even in time of universal peace, ought not to be neglected, I recommend to your consideration a revision of the laws, for organizing, arming and disciplining the militia, to render that natural and safe defence of the country efficacious. Although it is very true, that we ought not to involve ourselves in the political system of Europe, but to keep ourselves always distinct and separate from it if we can; yet to effect this separation, early, punctual and continual information of the current chain of events and of the political projects in contemplation, is no less necessary, than if we were directly concerned in them;—It is necessary in order to the discovery of the efforts, made to draw us into the vortex, in season to make preparations against them; however we may consider ourselves, the maritime and commercial powers of the world, will consider the United States of America, as forming a weight in that balance of power in Europe, which never can be forgotten or neglected, it would not only be against our interest, but it would be doing wrong to one half of Europe at least, if we should voluntarily throw ourselves into either scale; it is a natural policy for a nation that it is to be neutral, to consult with other nations engaged in the same studies and pursuits; at the same time that measures might be pursued with this view, our treaties with Prussia and Sweden, one of which is expired and the other near expiring, might be renewed.
Gentlemen of the House of Representatives.
It is particularly your province to consider, the state of the public finances: and to adopt such measures respecting them as exigencies shall be found to require. The preservation of public credit, the regular extinguishment of the public debt, and a provision of funds, to defray any extraordinary expenses will of course call for your serious attention. Although the imposition of new burthens cannot be in itself, agreeable, yet there is no ground to doubt that the American people will expect from you, such measures, as their actual engagements, their present security, and future interests, demand.
Gentlemen of the Senate and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives.
The present situation of our country, imposes an obligation, on all the departments of government, to adopt an explicit and decided conduct. In

my situation an exposition of the principles, by which my administration will be governed, ought not to be omitted.
It is impossible to conceal from ourselves or the world, what has been before observed, that endeavors have been employed to foster and establish a division between the government and people of the United States. To investigate the causes which have encouraged this attempt is not necessary. But to repel by decided and united councils, insinuations so derogatory to the honor, and aggressions so dangerous to the constitution, union, and even independence of the nation, is an indispensable duty.
It must not be permitted to be doubted, whether the people of the United States, will support the government, established by their voluntary consent and appointed by their free choice; or whether, by surrendering themselves, to the direction of foreign and domestic factions, in opposition to their own government, they will forfeit the honorable station they have hitherto maintained.
For myself, having never been indifferent to what concerned the interests of my country; devoted the best part of my life to obtain and support its independence; and constantly witnessed, the patriotism, fidelity and perseverance of my fellow citizens, on the most trying occasions, it is not for me to hesitate, or abandon a cause, in which my heart has been so long engaged.
Convinced that the conduct of the government has been just and impartial to foreign nations; that those internal regulations which have been established by law for the preservation of peace, are, in their nature proper, and that they have been fairly executed; nothing will ever be done by me to impair the national engagements; to innovate upon principles, which have been so deliberately and uprightly established; or to surrender in any manner the rights of the government. To enable me to maintain this declaration, I rely, under God, with entire confidence, on the firm and enlightened support of the National Legislature, and upon the virtue and patriotism of my Fellow Citizens.
JOHN ADAMS.
LONDON, March 24
A morning paper of this day stated, that the cause of his majesty's sudden return to town on Tuesday, was much more important than was at first generally believed. It said, "That on Tuesday morning, ministers received advices from Vienna, of the emperor's having, at last, confessed his utter inability to prosecute the contest with the French Republic, and acknowledged the necessity of making an immediate peace." It stated, "that in the notification which his Imperial majesty has made to our government, he dwells upon the menacing attitude of Prussia, who has concluded a treaty, offensive & defensive, with France; and who threatens, in conjunction, and co-operation with France, to overrun the whole German empire. He accompanies this information with some remarks upon the ambition and avarice of the king of Prussia. He takes a review of the conduct of Austria from the commencement of the war—he enlarges upon the vigor and valor of his troops, and the promptitude and energy of his operations—he laments that they have not been attended with that success which he had reason to expect—he declares his attachment to Great Britain—laments the fatal necessity that has compelled him to take the present step—and, finally, declines any further pecuniary aid from this country—for the happiness, the prosperity, and the dignity of which, he expresses the warmest regard."
March 25.
PETITIONS.
The example of the city of London, in petitioning his majesty for the removal of his ministers, as a preliminary to peace, is expected to be immediately followed by every town of consequence in the kingdom. The inhabitants of the borough of Southwark meet on Monday next for that purpose; and a meeting of the citizens of Westminster, we are informed, is to be held in the course of next week.
PHILADELPHIA, May 19.
Extract of a letter from New-Orleans, dated March 26, 1797, received via New-York.
"The commissioner, Mr. Elliot, is arrived at Natchez, and has some difference with governor Gayoso. Mr. Elliot is daily expected at Orleans. This is from good authority."
Samuel Breck, of this city, is chosen the third Commissioner, to carry into effect the 21st article of the treaty of friendship between the United States and his Catholic Majesty, for the purpose of terminating all differences on account of the losses sustained by the citizens of the U. S. in consequence of their vessels and cargoes having been taken by the subjects of his Catholic majesty, during the late war between Spain and France.
Capt. Swain of the schooner Expedition, arrived here in 12 days from St. Thomas, informs, that the day before he failed, a vessel arrived from Porto-Rico, with an account of that place being attacked by the British, who had carried one of the principal forts, with considerable loss on their part.
A British armed ship of 16 guns, from Jamaica, is arrived in the Delaware, for provisions.
Extract of a letter from New-York, to the editor of the Philadelphia Gazette, dated May 16.
"A gentleman who arrived here last Sunday from St. Croix, states, that previous to his embarkation for this city, accounts had been received there, that the valuable island of ST. JUAN DE PUERTO RICO was a few days before, taken from the Spaniards by the British army and navy from Martinique, under the command of lieutenant general, Sir Ralph Abercrombie, and rear admiral Henry Hervey; the principal fortification made a short resistance, and cost the besiegers but a few men."
"This valuable island is situated between Hispaniola & St. Christopher's, is 200 miles long & 40 broad, the centre of the contraband trade carried on by the British and French, with the Spaniards, and extremely fertile, producing the same kinds of fruits with the other islands."
CORN.
To be Sold, to the highest bidder, FOR ready money, at the house of Mr. John Rogers, near Bryan's station, on the 14th inst. One Hundred and Fifty Barrels of CORN.
JEREMIAH KIRKLEYS
June 7. at
JUST OPENING, FOR SALE,
In the house formerly occupied by Benjamin S. Cox as a Store, at the corner of Main and Cross streets, opposite the Old Court House, GROCERIES and DRY GOODS adapted to the season; NAILS &c. WINDOW GLASS 10 by 12 and 9 by 11; also a variety of SADDLERY—addles of different descriptions, saddle-Bags, Martingales, Bridles of every description, &c. also a cask of PORT WINE.—All will be disposed of extremely low for CASH or COUNTRY PRODUCE, by
The Public's humble servant, NATHAN BURROWES
Lexington, June 7. N. B. The subscriber has a package of SADDLERY—Saddles, Saddle-Bags, Bridles, &c. that he will dispose of on very moderate terms for CASH.
FOR SALE,
400 Acres of Military Land.
LYING in the county of Clarke, about 12 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 Coffey in Lexington, or to Capt. Richard Terrell on Beargrass.
Aaron Fontaine.
Jefferson, March 5, 1797. The whole will be sold together, or divided into one, or two hundred acre lots, as may best suit the purchasers. A. F.
Clarke county.
Taken up by the subscriber
on Upper Howard's creek, a bay mare, thirteen hands three inches high, branded on the near shoulder O, and on the off shoulder IB, a large star in her forehead, one half of her mane cut off, four years old; appraised to 121. 10s.
WILLIAM COTTON.
April 14.
Bullittsburg, opposite Northend.
Taken up by the subscriber,
living in Campbell county, a black horse, nine or ten years old, about five feet high, two or three saddle spots, some gray hairs about the root of his tail, shod all round, with corked shoes before. The owner is requested to prove property, pay charges and take him away.
CAVE JOHNSON.
Kentucky, May 16.
LEXINGTON :
Wednesday, June 7, 1797.
From the Pittsburgh Gazette, May 27.
A gentleman from Philadelphia has favored us with a handbill published there on Sunday the 14th inst. containing the following
INTERESTING INTELLIGENCE.
BOSTON, May 9.
Last night the ship Merchant, Capt. Bates, arrived here from London, leaving that city since the Gaiet. With some exertions we procured a paper of March 24.—It contains the important information, that the Emperor at last confesses the necessity of an immediate peace. The British king was at Windsor when the news arrived, but came with haste to London. A council was instantly held. The Emperor states, that a treaty offensive and defensive, concluded between Prussia and France, in which the former promised to co-operate with his forces, had reduced him to sue for a peace, to save his empire. He professes attachment to the English—speaks of the avarice of the king of Prussia—reviews the war, and closes with declining all further pecuniary aid.
According to previous arrangements, the Liverymen of London assembled numerously at Guildhall. A motion for an address to the King, praying him to dismiss his present ministers forever, as an important step to the attainment of peace, passed with but six dissentients. A motion also obtained, directing the petition to be couched in strong terms, expressive of the deepest affliction, &c
Further accounts are narrated of the convulsions in Ireland. An action is mentioned between the regular corps and the insurgents of the North.
Taken up by the subscriber, living on Eagle creek, Scott county, a sorrel mare, fifteen hands high, five years old, the brand scarcely perceptible; appraised to 131. 10s.
JAMES HENTON.
Taken up by the subscriber, living on the waters of Little Kentucky, about three miles from the subscriber's plantation, a dark brown mare, with three white feet, and a small white streak, in her forehead, branded with O on her near buttock, about fifteen hands high, about four years old; appraised to thirty pounds.
Also a black filly, no brands perceptible, two white feet and the third part white, with a star and snip, about twelve hands high, about two years old; appraised to nine pounds.
DAVID DEMAREE.
Shelby county, April 6.
Notice.
ON the 29th of June next, the subscriber, in behalf of John Cockey Owings, will attend commissioners appointed by the county court of Montgomery, at an improvement called for in an entry made by James Peyton on a preemption warrant, of 400 acres of land lying on the waters of Slate creek in an old Indian town adjoining the mountains; then and there to take the depositions and perpetuate the testimony of witnesses, and take any other lawful measures which may be necessary towards obtaining an indisputable right to the said land.
B. VAN PRADELLES, Atto'y. in fact for John Cockey Owings.
Notice.
ON the 29th of June next, the subscriber, in behalf of John Cockey Owings, will attend the commissioners appointed by the court of Montgomery, at an improvement called for in an entry made by William Shannon, assignee of James Patton, on a preemption warrant, no. 818 of 400 acres of land adjoining to the Indian town on Slate creek, a branch of Licking creek, about twelve or fourteen miles above the Upper Blue Licks, and adjoining an entry made by James Patton, on the lower side; then and there to take the depositions and perpetuate the testimony of witnesses, and take any other lawful measures which may be necessary towards obtaining an indisputable right to the said land.
B. VAN PRADELLES, Atto'y. in fact for John Cockey Owings.
Lexington. May 30, 1797.
Blank Bonds for sale at this Office.
Notice
IS hereby given, that on the first Monday in July next, I shall attend with the commissioners appointed by the county court, of Shelby county, for that purpose, on an entry made in the name of Joseph Hornby the 30 day of April 1781, for 1200 acres, upon 3 treasury warrants, No. &c. &c. on the waters of a branch emptying into Salt river, about six miles below the mouth of Brasher's creek, beginning at a Beech, Walnut, Elm and Buckeye, marked with notches, standing on the side of a Branch to run thence S. 85 W. 280 poles, to the North West branch of the said creek, and continuing the same course 138 poles to a branch of the said creek, and continuing 222 poles to a large White-Oak, on the dividing ridge between the said creek and Floyd's fork, marked I S, thence South 85 E. thence North 85 E. and North 5 West, including the quantity in four lines; and one other entry made in the name of the said Hornby the said 30 day of April, for 1200 acres; adjoining the above entry on the North side, to begin at the said corner at which the above entry begins, and to run South 85 West, the same length with the lines of the above entry, and to said White-Oak marked I S, thence North 5 West, to include the quantity with four lines; then and there to take the depositions of certain witnesses to ascertain the improvement, boundaries, and other special calls in said entries, and to do whatever the said commissioners shall deem necessary to perpetuate the said claims in pursuance of the act of assembly in that case made and provided.
Joseph Hornby.
May 17, 1797.
ISRAEL
HUNT
BOOT
& SHOE
MANUFAC-
TURER,
RESPECTFULLY informs the Public in general, and his Friends in particular, that he has commenced business in all its various branches, on Cross street, four doors from Main street. He flatters himself from the neatness and excellence of his work to merit the favors of the public. He has furnished himself with a few excellent workmen, together with some of the best materials that can be produced.
MISSING,
A CRATE of QUEENS WARE, containing blue edged plates and dishes, coffee pots, tea pots, coffee cups and saucers, tea cups and saucers, bowls &c. It was landed out of the horse boat, and stored with Mr. Taylor, at Limestone. Any information respecting it will be thankfully received by
WILLIAM WEST.
Lexington, 17th March.
N. B. The bowls and tea cups, were assorted colours.
To distillers and others
WHO may incline to carry on the business of rectifying spirituous liquors and the manufacturing cordials in an extensive manner, may now be supplied with the necessary articles for carrying on the same, by applying at the sign of Andrew McCall's Apothecary's Shop near Gray pen Lexington. The articles principally are for making the following liquors, viz.
Spirituous aniseed-water ditto clove-water ditto orange-water, all fours, &c. Also for making brandy and geneva equal in flavour and purity to that imported—There are upwards of 300lbs. of Holland juniper berries, and tools, aniseeds, which may be purchased distinct from the other articles, if applied for soon. Any person or persons inclining to purchase the whole, or the juniper berries or aniseed alone, or the whole of the articles for making brandy and cordials, will (if required) receive genuine instructions gratis, how to use them to the greatest possible advantage.
Also, an exceeding good COPPER STILL, almost a quarter of an inch thick, containing better than 300 gallons, with a worm made of the very best pewter, having ten turns and weighing upwards of 300lbs. with a large quantity of wrought iron suitable to set up the still in the completest manner—the whole of which will be sold together on very low terms, and instructions given for fixing the works in the most complete order, so that it can be worked with more ease than many stills are now of 100 gallons.
N.B. Cordials can be made to more advantage in warm than cold weather.
Also, a FARM, of one hundred acres or upwards on the waters of Tate's creek—it is but one mile and a half from Winters's mills, and four miles from the Kentucky river; four acres of which is excellent timber meadow, a very good hewn log house, neatly two stories high, with an excellent spring not ten yards from the house—also, a good stable, sufficiently large for four horses. On the said plantation there is a good public mill seat and two branches sufficiently large to erect a mill large enough to carry on the brewing or distilling business. The place will be sold cheap as the proprietor is in want of money.
N.B. The title indisputable. J. GEARY.
The subscriber takes this method of informing the public that he occupies
A FERRY,
ESTABLISHED across the Ohio river, from the mouth of Limestone creek to where the state road strikes the river from Wheeling, where he will attend on the first and fifteenth of every month, for the purpose of accommodating those gentlemen who are bound to, and from, the Eastern States by way of Wheeling. He will keep a number of boats, by means of which he can take over any number of persons at the same time, and hopes thereby to give general satisfaction.
JOHN TAYLOR.
June 1, 1797.

SACRED TO THE MUSES.
I gave 'twas but the other day, Miss — a ticket to the play, 'Tis love such tricks imparts; When, holding up the card to me, She laugh'd and said, thy emblem see, And shew'd the Knave of Hearts! Amaz'd, I cry'd what means my dear? A Knave will lie, will steal, will swear, I pray your words define.— She smil'd and said, nay, never start; He's sure a Knave who steals a heart, And you have stolen mine.
ANECDOOTE.
Mr. John Ogle was a military character of some note in the time of Charles the second, and a captain in the body of royal horse guards, under the command of the then duke of York. Ogle is mentioned in the small histories of those days, as one of the most facetious characters of the age, but at the same time bordering on dissoluteness, and a licentious demeanor. He was a great gambler, consequently always in debt, and frequently at his wits end how to keep out of jail. Having been obliged to pawn his scarlet regimental cloak, on one of those occasions, before he could leave the tavern, and being obliged to appear next morning with the guards on duty, he was sometime at a loss how to make out the matter. In this exigency, however, he borrowed a scarlet over petticoat from his kept miss, tied it behind his saddle, and as it was a very rare thing for the guards, in the course of exercise, to be ordered to cloak, except in case of rain, of which there was no appearance. Ogle thought he had managed the matter snugly enough. — But notwithstanding all his cunning, a brother officer, by some means or other, discovered what Ogle's cloak in reality was, and gave the duke of York the proper hint. — The exercise being partly gone thro' and Ogle in high spirits, all at once the duke cried out, Genlemen, cloak all! The order was instantly obeyed by every one except the petticoat gentleman, who grumbled out, What the d — I should we cloak for? It doesn't rain sure! — Mr. Ogle. (cried the duke with a stern voice,) cloak this moment I say, or I'll order you under arrest! There then! answered Ogle, hastily unbuckling the petticoat, slipping it over his head, and looking most ridiculously impudent,) if I cannot cloak, I'll have you to know I can petticoat with the best of you! — The burst of laughter at poor Ogle's expence, put the duke in such good humour, that he ordered him a new cloak on the spot.
WANTED IMMEDIATELY,
Two or three Apprentices To the Carpenter's and Shop Joiner's Business. Also two or three Good Journeymen, for House work, to whom generous wages will be given. JOHN SPANGLER. Lexington, April 12. tf
Owners of Stills take Notice.
THE law directs that stills shall be entered between the last day of May and the first day of July in every year. My office will be opened at my house on South Elkhorn, in Fayette county, where the inhabitants of Fayette, Clarke and Montgomery, may find due attendance. T. STRESHLIN, C. R. May 24, 1797. 2W
NOTICE,
ALL THOSE WHO HAVE BECOME SUB- SCRIBERS TO THE Newmarket Jockey Club, And those who wish to become sub- scribers, ARE requested to meet at Anthony Bartlett's on Thursday the 8th day of June next, in order to establish such rules and regulations as they may think necessary, for the govern- ment of said club. May 4,
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, 4th August, 1796.
FRESH GOODS.
Just received and now opened, by JAMES TROTTER, At his Store in Lexington, A large and general assortment of Merchandize, Which will be sold on the lowest terms for Cash and Country made Linen and Sugar.
I have just imported AN ELEGANT ASSORTMENT OF BOOT LEGS, Which I will sell low for CASH. JAMES TROTTER. Lexington, May 30, 1797.
FOR SALE, The Tan-Yard, and Stock, OF WILLIAM PARKER deceased.— For terms apply to the subscriber in Lexington. Alexander Parker. April 25.
IRON BANK.
FOR SALE BY THE SUBSCRIBERS, ONE thousand acres of Land, lying North- West of the Ohio, containing an extensive bank of excellent Ore, as the subscribers suppose — the quality of this ore has been ascertained by Mr. Saugrain of Lexington, to whom any person desirous of purchasing can apply for informa- tion. The above tract of land lies about twelve miles from the Ohio river, and about one mile from Little Scioto, which empties a few miles above the three islands.—A stream supposed to be well calculated for a furnace, runs through the land, and has a fall of thirty feet at one spot, and about three quarters of a mile from the bank of ore.—For further partic- ulars apply to Mr. Alexander Parker of Lex- ington, or the subscribers in Washington. BASIL DUKE. JOHN COBURN. April 21, 1797.
at a meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Pennsylvania Seminary, Sa- turday, May 27, 1797.
RESOLVED, that this Board do meet again on Saturday the tenth of June next, at ten o'clock A. M. and that notice be given, through the Ken- tucky Gazette, that all the Trustees meet on that day, as there is business of importance before the Board con- cerning Seminary Lots. By order of the Board. B. J. BRADFORD, Clerk.
LODGE LOTTERY.
The Managers of the Lotte- ry have deemed it proper to re-publish the fol- lowing
   SCHEME,   for raising the sum of 2250 Dollars, for the use of the LEXINGTON LODGE, No. 25.   No. Prizes. Dolls. Dolls.    1 of 1500 is 1500  2 — 500 — 1000  3 — 250 — 750  5 — 100 — 500  12 — 50 — 600  30 — 25 — 750  100 — 20 — 2000  170 — 15 — 2550  251 — 10 — 2510  440 — 6 — 2640   2 of 100 each being 1 for the first and 1 for the last drawn ticket 200  
Dolls. 15,000 1016 Prizes. 7 Not two Blanks to a 1984 Blanks 5 Prize. 3000 Tickets at 5 Dollars. 15,000 The Prizes subject to a deduction of fif- teen per cent.—Prizes to be paid by the man- agers, twenty days after the lottery is drawn. A credit of one half of any number of tickets ex- ceeding twenty, shall be given, until the Lot- tery shall have finished drawing. Prizes drawn and not called for within eighteen months after the Lottery is finished drawing, will be con- sidered as a donation made to the Lexington Lodge.
The drawings of the Lottery will be published in the Kentucky papers, regularly, shewing the Blanks and Prizes.—The preparations for drawing the Lottery are going on, and will certainly commence the 10th day of June next. A few tickets remain on hand, which may be had by applying to JAMES MORRISON, ALEX. M'GREGOR, EDM. BULLOCK, HUGH M'ILVAINE, ROBT. MCGOWAN, or WILLIAM MURRAY, JOHN FOWLER. Managers appointed by law. May 11, 1797. Note Bene. Those who have been entrusted with Tickets to sell, are desired to settle, and account therefor, on or before the first day of June next.
TO BE LET
FOR the term of three years, the Plantation I formerly lived on, si- tuate in the county of Mercer and on Chaplain's fork (between widow Har- binson'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.
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 TA, and generous wages to all good JOUR- NEYMEN rope Makers as can come well recom- mended for their sobriety and industry. He would also wish to take a number of boys from twelve to fif- teen years of age, as APPRENTICES to the said business, who shall be well clothed and comforta- bly 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 Subscrib- er 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. March 18, 1797.
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 de- mands 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, } Ex'rs. 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.
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 subscrib- er for payment, in whose hands the books &c. are placed. ANDREW HOLMES. April 16. tf
A. M. being the Anniversary of St John the Baptist. By order of the Master, THOS. BODLEY, Sec.
TO BE SOLD,
(BY PUBLIC AUCTION.) IN WESTPORT, in Shelby county, at the junction of Ohio and Eighteen mile creek, by the Trustees; a proportionate number of LOTS in every part of said town, at the following times and places, (viz.) On the pre- mises, on Thursday, the 3d of August next, if fair, if not on the next fair day; at Bairdstown, on the 8th, it being court day, and at Frankfort, on the 15th, it being also court day. Twelve months credit will be given, the purchasers giving bond with approved security.—The terms will be more fully made known at the day of sale. By order of the Trustees, JOHN ALLEN, Clk. June 1, 1797.
N. B. The subscribers purpose to privilege the purchasers of LOTS in Westport, to make payment for the same in certain species of pro- perty which will be hereafter described, at its valuation in current money, in the months of April and May next. The road leading from Frankfort to Westport, will be opened in a short time, and continued on to the Illinois country.— The road from Shelbyville to Westport has been opened for some time.
JOS. DUPUY.
H. BOWMAR. ALL persons indebted to the subscriber, are sincerely requested to come forward and pay off their accounts before the first of July next; and all those who have any demands, are requested to bring in their accounts to JAMES LEFFS. who may be found by applying at Mr. Bradford's Printing Office. Lexington, June 2.
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.
THAT BEAUTIFUL HORSE CALLED
Nebuchadnezzar, A Full balt 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, 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 horses 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. tf
STRAYED OR STOLEN
FROM the subscriber, on the 25th of March, one mare and two hor- ses. A reward of two dollars for each and reasonable charges will be allow- ed 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 re- markable long ears. J. SAVARY. Millersburg, Hingston's fork. tf
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 have given him in exchange, my due- bill for fifty-six pounds in merchan- dise; but have been credibly inform- ed since, that there is a deception in the bond, this is to forewarn any per- son from trading for or taking an af- fignment on the said due-bill, as I am determined not to discharge it until I hear to the contrary. JOHN CLAY.
North Carolina, 2 March Term, 1797. Morgan District. 3 Court of Equity. Between Philip Hoellenpohl and John M'Dowell, Complainants, Against David Dickey, Defendant.
IT appearing, to the satisfaction of the court, that the defendant refuses out of this case; therefore ordered, that the said defendant David Dickey, appear and put in his answer next term, to wit: September term, 1797; or that the bill be taken pro confesso against him, and heard ex parte; and that this order be published three weeks successively in the Lexington Gazette, in the state of Kentucky. (Copy of the minutes). Teste, J. SPENCER, C. & M. Ex
Three Hundred Dollars Reward.
WHEREAS a certain Christopher F. Parnell, fled from Boston on or about the 27th of October last in the ship Union, with a va- luable cargo, bound to Baltimore, but went off to the West Indies, where he sold the vessel and cargo. On or about the first inst. he was ap- prehended (as a suspicious character) in this town, and examined before several magistrates, but for the want of sufficient proof to detect him in his villainy, he was discharged. The fact is, the said Parnell is a villain, and is attempting to defraud sundry persons to the amount of 20,000 dollars.
He left this town about the 10th inst. he rode in a chaise, painted green, drawn by a gray horse, and went on the Newbern road, but on this side Trenton, took the road to Fayetteville, and most probably is passing through the back part of the state into the western counties.
He had when he left this town, upwards of 2000 dollars in gold, and about 7000 dollars in bank notes. Parnell is a small man, about thirty years of age, much pock marked, has long black hair, remarkable small eyes, and has a down look when spoken to.
Whoever will secure the said Parnell, and the money he has with him, and give information to Benjamin Williams of Baltimore, John Hogg Esq. at Hillsborough, to Mr. A. Jocelin of this town, or to the subscriber who is in pursuit of the villain, shall receive the above reward. ABNER CRAFT. Wilmington, (N. C.) April 26, 1797.