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NEW-YORK: Printed by FRANCIS CHILDS, at the New Printing-Office, No. 22, Hanover-Square, Next Door to the Corner of Wall-Street.
JUST IMPORTED FROM LONDON, Fancy Waistcoat Patterns, Adapted to the approaching Season, and now opening for Sale by MICHAEL ROBERTS, Fronting the Coffee-House, in Water-Street. LADIES' Velvet and Silk Girdles, with elegant mountings...
JAMES SAIDLER, Insurance Broker, No. 21, Water-Street, two doors from the corner of King-Street. BUYS and sells on Commission, all kinds of Public Securities, Goods and Produce, as usual. He has also imported in the Wilson, from Liverpool, the America, from London, and 14th vessels from Europe, a neat assortment of GOODS, consisting of fine brown, mist, blue, drab, and copper-coloured Broad Cloths...
RUSSIA HEMP. A Quantity just imported in the ship WILLIAM, Capt. Wherry, from Hamburg, and for sale on reasonable terms, at No. 20, Peck-Slip, by Murray, Mumford and Bowen, Who have also for SALE, 250 quintals excellent DRY COD-FISH, one half of which is crewed in hogheads...
100 Boxes LISBON LEMONS, JUST IMPORTED, To be sold by JOZE ROIZ SILVA, No. 29, King-Street. August 20. tf Sixty Pipes of MADEIRA, IN pipes, hogsheads and quarter-casks, of superior quality, to be landed this day at Cugart's-wharf, and to be sold by JOZE ROIZ SILVA. tf 22d Aug. 1787.
FAYAL WINES, OF A VERY SUPERIOR QUALITY, JUST imported from Fayal in the Sloop Crapple, Giles Hollister, master, and for sale on reasonable terms by LE ROY & BAYARD, No. 194, WATER-STREET; Who have likewise still on hand, LINTSEED OIL, in Casks, Dutch; OSNABURGH; FLEMISH SHEETINGS; CARDWIRE; PEPPER in bales. tf 27th July.
SHALOR and SEBOR. Have removed to the STORE on Brannack's Wharf, East side of Burling-ship, where they have for Sale A quantity of EUROPEAN and INDIAN GOODS, On very low terms for CASH---Likewise, DOUBLE and single refined Sugars, by the Hhd. or hundred weight. Excellent Champagne Wine, Spirits, Rum and Molasses. &c. March 23, 1787. tf WANTED, Final Settlement Certificates, Of this STATE. Apply to JOHN DELAFIELD, No. 29, Water-Street. Aug. 31. tf
ROOMS to be Let, viz. A Large, handsome Dining-Room, two Chambers, a Garret, and Kitchen, in the house No. 25, corner of Wall and Water-Street, opposite the Coffee-House, where the terms may be known. tf 13th Aug. 1787.
GEORGE POLLOCK, Has received by the Hudson from Dublin, and the Anne and Savannah from Liverpool, A general and complete assortment of 4-4, 7-8 & 3-4 Low-priced IRISH LINEN, Which he will sell on very moderate terms, at his STORE, No. 28, Water-Street. POT ASHES and BLAX-BED received in payment. Sept. 13. tf
JERSEY MONEY. THE subscriber respectfully informs the Ladies, in particular, and the Public, that he is preparing to leave this city, and purposes disposing of his STOCK IN TRADE, consisting of a variety of articles in ordinary way, at such reduced prices as he flatters himself, will give general satisfaction; and to render it still more agreeable to the purchasers, he will receive Jersey and Pennsylvania Paper Money, at a moderate discount. JOHN STREET. N. B. A large assortment of elegant and common FANS, OSTRICH FEATHERS, FRINGES, TASSELS, &c. at about half the usual prices. No. 66, William-Street, opposite the North Church. 12th July. tf
WHITEHAVEN COALS, VERY proper for the Grate or Smiths, for Sale, on board the Snow JOHN and BELLA, Capt. Green, at Well's Wharf. This vessel will take a freight to Spain, Portugal, Great-Britain or Ireland; she was built in England, and hath the necessary papers. Apply to the Captain on board, or to WILLIAM NEILSON, Who hath for SALE, NEW Mels and Co. BEEF in barrels and tierces, With an assortment of LINENS and WOOLLENS by the last ships from Europe. Sept. 24. tf
Geo. Robt. and David Lewis, & Co. No. 233, Queen-Street, and opposite the Mansion-House, in London; Have just imported in the Brig Betsy, Capt. Melnard, and the Wilson, Captain Thompson, from Liverpool, The following ARTICLES, Which they are determined to dispose of at their usual low prices for Cash, Notes at a short sight, and Pot and Pearl Ashes; no other terms will be attended to. FINE Stomont & Chintz Calicoes, printed Linens & Cottons, a choice assortment of Farniture ditto, 7-8 & 4-4 Irish Linens, 7-8 and 12-8 Wigan and Manchester checks, low priced and fine Sheetings, 4-4, 5-4 and 6-4 fashionable China Shawls, 9-8 India cotton Muslins, 6-4 striped checks and checked Mullins, Book Mullin Handkerchiefs and Aprons, a general assortment of Table Cloths, Huckaback and Diapers. A few bales of WOOLLENS, well assorted, consisting of Broad Cloths, Duffs and Bear Skins, Beaver and willd. Coatings, Cole-cutter and drapery Baize, Flannels, long Eil, &c. &c. Sept. 18.
FOR SALE, By JOHN DEWINT, No. 36, MAIDEN-LANE. SUGAR in Hds. and Barrels, St. Croix and New-York Rum, Gin in Casks, Coffee in Ties, Raw Hides, Bohemian and Hylon Tea in Boxes, Foolscap, Royal, and Imperial Writing Paper, A few Bots Russia Duck and Osnaburghs, And sundry other articles of DRY GOODS.
JUST IMPORTED BY LYNCH & STOUGHTON, A few Casks RUSSIA TALLOW, and a quantity of Choice St. Domingo COFFEE. Aug. 6. tf
JUST ARRIVED, To HUGH SMITH, No. 22, WALL-STREET. A general and complete assortment of 4-4, 7-8 & 3-4 Low-priced IRISH LINEN, Who he will dispose of on reasonable terms for cash. Sept. 15. tf
Peter Lacour, MOST respectfully informs the public, that he continues to teach the Art of DRAWING, on the most approved principles, in all its different branches; and hopes, by his attention and abilities, to fulfil his duty to his scholars, and by their progress, to certify his capacity of teaching this valuable branch of education. He teaches how to paint on silk, and would undertake to paint or draw any kind of work for the public. The price to learn to paint on silk, is one Half Johannees, and Two Dollars entrance. He has that curious machine to sell, the CAMERA OBSCURA, of his own manufacture, so well known to the lovers of the fine arts, he will show its utility in Drawing, in taking off perspective views in the country, in a garden, &c.---Those who are desirous to see this machine, may call at his house. He teaches Drawing at the following moderate prices at home, for Twenty Shillings per month, and Twenty Shillings entrance. To wait on Ladies and Gentlemen as their houses, Four Dollars per month, and One Guinea entrance. He will open an Evening School to teach Drawing, &c. on the 1st of October, hours of attendance, from six to eight, at his house, No. 58, Nassau-Street. The French Language is taught at the same house, by an approved Master. 22d Sept. 1787. tf
For AMSTERDAM, The Ship COLUMBIA, CHR. CHR. VULPHUS, Master, WHO will sail in about fourteen days, the cargo being mostly engaged. For freight or passage, apply to BROTHERS, COSTER and Co. No. 8, Duke-Street. Who have for Sale, just Imported, BEST BULL DUCK, Looking Glass, Holland Bed-tick, Writing Paper and Slates, Tapes and Cambrie, Frying Pans and Dutch Cotton and Linen Handkerchiefs, Iron Pots, Black Laces, Tea Kettles and Brats, Silk Hair Ribbons and Nets, An assortment of Cordage, Hats. tf Sept. 27.
GARRET RAPALJE, Opposite the FLY-MARKET, in the House he formerly lived, No. 2, HAS just opened a COMMISSION STORE, where he purchases and vends every kind of Merchandise on Commission, on moderate terms. He sells in Co. at VENDUE, every quality of Merchandise, and will advance Cash on the Goods as soon as delivered. WANTED, TWO NEGRO BOYS, about 13 years old. CERTIFICATES Of all kinds, bought and sold. 3d Oct. 1787. tf
GEORGE BARNEWALL & Co. No. 205, WATER-STREET, near the Coffee-house, HAVE just imported, in the ship Providence from London, an assortment of IRISH LINENS, SHEETINGS, DOWLAS and THREADS, low and high priced; which they will sell on reasonable terms, for cash or short credit. They have also on hand, a variety of PAPER HANGINGS, with festoons and other borders; and rod. and other sized NAILS. July 7.
SOUCHONG TEA. A Quantity of Souchong Tea, fresh and high flavored, imported in the Hope, Capt. Magee, from Canton, to be sold by P. N. SMITH, T. RANDALL, No. 15, Dock-Street, or JOHN BLAGGE, who has a parcel of NANKEENS for sale. 14th Aug. 1787. tf
Wanted to Hire, A CONVENIENT HOUSE (for a small family) situated within the limits of Wall-Street, Broadway, and Chappel-Street. Enquire of the Painter. New-York, 26th Sep. 1787. tf
CASH, And the HIGHEST PRICES given, for all kinds of CONTINENTAL and STATE SECURITIES, PARTICULARLY Bancker's, Barber's, Burrall's, Pierce's and Walker's NOTES and FACILITIES, at No. 40, Wall-Street, four doors from the corner of Queen-Street. Where are for sale, Excellent old MADEIRA WINE, in pipes or quarter-casks, BEEF, PORK, and BAR IRON. July 24, 1787. tf
To be had at LOT MERKEL's Store, No. 33, Hanover-Square, nearly opposite the Bank, TOBACCO for SMOAKING; KITEFOOT of the first quality; ditto of an inferior or ditto; large roll tobacco, fit for manufacture; segars, genuine Macuba snuff, ditto raper of different qualities; gentlemen's gloves, buck-skin and beaver, of the best quality. At the above Store the highest price is given for SHIPPING FURS, June 13. f.
LINTSEED OIL. A QUANTITY of excellent country made Oil, in good casks, to be sold at No. 35, Little Dock-Street, by STORM and SICKELS. 29th Aug. 1787. tf
FOR SALE, A very valuable LOT of GROUND, situated upon the East River, near the Ship-Yards, bounded by the river upon the South, and by Water-Street upon the North, containing 93 feet 4 inches, front and rear, 139 feet upon the West, and 129 feet upon the East sides. A small Plan of the ground is left with the printer, who will direct where to apply. tf Aug. 24.
WAS FOUND, ON Saturday last, in Greenwich-Street, near Rhinelander's wharf, a Bundle of Men's wearing Apparel. The owner, by proving his property and paying charges, may have them again. Enquire of the Printer. Oct. 1. tf
FOR SALE BY Wm. Backhouse & Co. No. 15, Duke-Street, RED PORT WINE, shipped by the ROYAL PORT COMPANY, the quality of whose Wines, experience has shewn to be superior to any imported into AMERICA. ALSO, Choice FAYAL WINES, four years old. MADEIRA, LISBON, TENERIFFE, and MALAGA } WINES. LIVERPOOL CROCKERY-WARE, and Twenty Quarter Casks Old SHERRY WINE, to be SOLD CHEAP for CASH. New-York, July 28, 1787. tf
SWEDES BAR-IRON. FLAT and square Swedes BAR-IRON, German Steel, and an assortment of Ironmongery, Cutlery, and Sadlery, for sale by ELTING and VAN RICK, No. 20, Little Dock-Street. Sept. 27. tf
WILLIAM THOMAS, No. 242, Queen-Street, Has for sale the following Articles, fresh, and of the latest importation, viz. OLD Coniac Brandy and Jamaica Rums, 7 years old. Shone's London bottled Porter in casks and hampers, in prime order. Glasgow and Bristol Porter in casks of 6, 8, and to dozen each. A few choice Cheshire and Double Gloucester Cheeses. Fresh Durham Mustard, half & quarter pounds in boxes of 6 and 12 dozen each. Black Pepper in barrels, A few bags and barrels green Coffee. A quantity of Cocoas, short Pipes in half dozen boxes, Mogul, Henry, and Mersey Andrew Playing Cards per gross or doz. Belt Provence Oil, in cases of 6 and 12 bottles, White Wine Vinegar for pickling, very cheap, Do. of a superior quality. The above Goods being purchased on the best terms with ready money, will be sold in the same way, or short credit at a moderate profit. New-York, Sept. 20. 1787. tf
Just Imported, and for Sale by FREDERICK COCKLE, No. 193, Queen-Street; PORTER in Casks, 7-4, 8-4, 9-4 Whitney Rose Blankets, Brushes of all sorts, A small consignment of Jewellery Goods consisting of Gold Rings, Lockets, Seals, Watch He has also for Sale the following seasonable GOODS, in the Ironmongery Branch: Warming Pans, shovels and Tongs, Gridirons, Copper Tea-Kettles, Tea and Coffee Urns, Brass Kettles, Copper Sauce-Pans, Do. Coffee Pots, Bellows, Frying Pans, Fowling Pieces, Shot Pouches, Pewter Plates, Dishes, Bacons, Quart and Pint Mugs, Tea Pots, Water Plates, Brass Candlesticks, Spades and Shovels, Sheet Iron, Pound Pins. With an assortment of most other GOODS in the above Branch. N. B. 3.50 M. NEEDLES, assorted. The above Goods will be sold on very low terms, for Cash, or for the late emission of the State of New-Jersey. New-York, September 19th, 1787. tf
Prime Muscovado Sugars, St. Croix Rum, Cotton, and St. Domingo Mahogany, Just imported in the Brig FATTY, Capt. Mallaby, from St. Thomas's, now landing at Brownjohn's Wharf, and to be sold By LUDLOW & GOOLD, No. 47, Wall-Street.
Who have also for Sale, HIDES and Fustic, Bohemian Tea, Gin, Rice, Tobacco and Corn Fans, Fayal Wine in Pipes, Claret and Burgundy in Casks, Raisins and Holland Loxes, Bolting Cloths, And, An assortment of Buttons and vest Patterns. New-York, Aug. 25, 1787. tf

New-York, Oct. 13.
On Saturday last John Franklin was brought before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, to show cause why he should not be committed upon a charge of high treason. The chief justice stated, that many proofs of his treasonable practices, were in possession of the executive council, besides the affidavit upon which issued the warrant for apprehending the prisoner, and several other persons whose names it would be improper at this time to divulge. In this affidavit it was sworn, that Franklin and a number of the members, had assembled for the purpose of opposing the authority and laws of the commonwealth, and that a paper subscribed with his name, and in his hand writing, was posted up in different places, by which the people were invited to throw off their allegiance to the state of Pennsylvania, and to erect themselves into an independent state. It appeared likewise, that the insurgents had appointed a court, consisting of three judges, which was vested with jurisdiction in all cases, criminal and civil, whether capital or otherwise. These facts being read, the chief justice observed, that if proved, they would clearly constitute the crime of high treason, but that the lenity of the government had prevailed upon them to institute a prosecution for misprision of treason only; and the prisoner being accordingly asked, if he could assign any reason why he should not be committed to take his trial for that offence—he answered, respectfully, that he was not guilty of the practices with which he was charged, and referred his defence to Mr. Daniel Clymer, and Mr. James Biddle his council.
Mr. Clymer then moved, that the sum should be specified, in which the prisoner should give bail; but the Chief Justice observed, that however inclined he might have been to consider that subject yesterday, the information which had been since received from Luzerne was a conclusive bar to the application; for it appeared that the insurgents, of whom Franklin was the leader, had proceeded to acts of open rebellion, in consequence of his imprisonment, that they had surrounded the house of Col. Pickering, and seized his family as hostages, and that Mr. Montgomery, one of the commissioners, had escaped with difficulty, after suffering the greatest personal violence. Upon this the Attorney General stated, that as the circumstances were now essentially altered, it became his duty to pray, upon the part of the commonwealth, that the prisoner might be committed for the crime of high treason, which was incontrovertibly charged in the deposition that had just been read. The Judges unanimously agreed to make out the warrant accordingly; and as the commitment is by the whole court, a single Judge will not, of course, admit the prisoner to bail during the vacation.
Last Saturday evening pursuant to advertisement, a very great concourse of people attended at the State-House, in Philadelphia, and determined on a ticket of Gentlemen, to represent that city in General Assembly, who were afterwards elected, as mentioned in yesterday's paper. At the conclusion of this business, Mr. Wilson arose, and delivered a long and eloquent speech, on the principles of the Federal Constitution, proposed by the late Convention. As it is the first authoritative explanation of that system, and as it may serve to obviate some objections which have been raised thereto, we lay before the public the outlines of this address, as tending to reflect great light upon the interesting subject, now in general discussion.
Mr. Chairman and Fellow-Citizens, HAVING received the honor of an appointment to represent you in the late Convention, it is, perhaps, my duty to comply with the request of many gentlemen, whose characters and judgments I sincerely respect, and who have urged, that this would be a proper occasion to lay before you any information, which will serve to explain and elucidate the principles and arrangements of the Constitution, that has been submitted to the consideration of the United States. I confess that I am unprepared for so extensive and so important a disquisition; but the insidious attempts, which are clandestinely and industriously made to pervert and destroy the new plan, induce me the more readily to engage in its defence; and the impressions of four months constant attention to the subject, have not been so easily effaced, as to leave me without an answer to the objections which have been raised.
It will be proper, however, before I enter into the refutation of the charges that are alleged, to mark the leading discrimination between the State Constitutions, and the Constitution of the United States. When the people established the powers of Legislation under their separate Governments, they invested their Representative with every right and authority which they did not in explicit terms reserve; and therefore, upon every question, respecting the jurisdiction of
the House of Assembly, if the frame of Government is silent, the jurisdiction is efficient and complete. But, in delegating Federal powers, another criterion was necessarily introduced, and the Congressional authority is to be collected, not from tacit implication, but from the positive grant expressed in the instrument of Union. Hence it is evident, that, in the former case, every thing, which is not referred, is given; but, in the latter, the reverse of the proposition prevails, and every thing, which is not given, is reserved. This distinction being recognized, will furnish an answer to those, who think the omission of a Bill of Rights a defect in the proposed Constitution: for it would have been superfluous and absurd to have stipulated with a Federal body, of our own creation, that we should enjoy those privileges, of which we are not divested either by the intention or the act, that has brought that body into existence. For instance, the Liberty of the Press, which has been a copious source of declamation and opposition; what control can proceed from the Federal Government, to shackle or destroy that sacred palladium of national freedom? If, indeed, a power similar to that which has been granted for the regulation of commerce, had been granted to regulate literary publications, it would have been as necessary to stipulate that the Liberty of the Press should be preserved inviolate, as that the impost should be general in its operation. With respect likewise to the particular district of ten miles, which is to be made the seat of Federal Government, it will undoubtedly be proper to observe this salutary precaution, as there the Legislative power will be exclusively lodged in the President, Senate, and House of Representatives of the United States. But this could not be an object with the Convention; for it must naturally depend upon a future compact, to which the citizens immediately interested will, and ought to be parties; and there is no reason to suspect that so popular a privilege will in that case be neglected. In truth then, the proposed system possesses no influence whatever upon the Press; and it would have been merely nugatory to have introduced a formal declaration upon the subject—nay, that very declaration might have been construed to imply that some degree of power was given, since we undertook to define its extent.
Another objection that has been fabricated against the new Constitution, is expressed in this disingenuous form—"the trial by Jury is abolished in civil cases." I must be excused, my fellow citizens, if upon this point, I take advantage of my professional experience to detect the fallacy of the assertion. Let it be remembered then, that the business of the Federal Convention was not local, but general; not limited to the views and establishments of a single State, but co-extensive with the continent, and comprehending the views and establishments of thirteen independent Sovereignties. When, therefore, this subject was in discussion, we were involved in difficulties which pressed on all sides, and no precedent could be discovered to direct our course. The cases open to a Trial by Jury differed in the different States; it was therefore impracticable on that ground to have made a general rule. The want of uniformity would have rendered any reference to the practice of the States idle and useless; and it could not, with any propriety, be said, "that the Trial by Jury shall be as heretofore," since there has never existed any federal system of jurisprudence, to which the declaration could relate. Besides, it is not in all cases that the Trial by Jury is adopted in civil questions; for causes depending in Courts of Admiralty, such as relate to maritime captures, and such as are agitated in Courts of Equity, do not require the intervention of that tribunal. How, then, was the line of discrimination to be drawn? The Convention found the task too difficult for them, and they left the business as it stands, in the fullest confidence that no danger could possibly ensue, since the proceedings of the Supreme Court are to be regulated by the Congress, which is a faithful representation of the people; and the oppression of Government is effectually barred, by declaring, that in all criminal cases the Trial by Jury shall be preserved.
This Constitution, it has been urged, is of a pernicious tendency, because it tolerates a standing army in the time of peace. This has always been a topic of popular declamation; and yet, I do not know a nation in the world, which has not found it necessary and useful to maintain the appearance of strength, in a season of the most profound tranquillity. Nor is it a novelty with us; for under the present articles of Confederation, Congress certainly possesses this reprobated power, and the exercise of that power is proved at this moment by her cantonments along the banks of the Ohio. But what would be our national situation, were it otherwise? Every principle of policy must be subverted, and the Government must declare war, before they are prepared to carry it on. Whatever may be the provocation, however important the object in view, and however necessary despatch and secrecy may be, still the declara-
tion must precede the preparation, and the enemy will be informed of your intention, not only before you are equipped for an attack, but even before you are fortified for a defence. The consequence is too obvious to require any further delineation; and no man, who regards the dignity and safety of his country, can deny the necessity of a military force, under the controul, and with the restrictions which the new Constitution provides.
Perhaps there never was a charge made with less reason than that, which predicts the institution of a baneful Aristocracy in the Federal Senate. This body branches into two characters, the one Legislative, and the other Executive. In its Legislative character it can effect no purpose, without the co-operation of the House of Representatives; and, in its Executive character, it can accomplish no object, without the concurrence of the President. Thus fettered, I do not know any act which the Senate can of itself perform; and such dependence necessarily precludes every idea of influence and superiority. But I will confess, that, in the organization of this body, a compromise between contending interests is discernible; and, when we reflect how various are the laws, commerce, habits, population, and extent of the confederated States, this evidence of mutual concession and accommodation ought rather to command a generous applause, than to excite jealousy and reproach. For my part, my admiration can only be equalled by my astonishment, in beholding so perfect a system, formed from such heterogeneous materials.
The next accusation I shall consider, is that which represents the federal constitution as not only calculated, but designedly framed, to reduce the state governments to mere corporations, and eventually to annihilate them. Those who have employed the term corporation upon this occasion, are not perhaps aware of its extent. In common parlance, indeed, it is generally applied to petty associations for the ease and convenience of a few individuals; but in its enlarged sense, it will comprehend the government of Pennsylvania, the existing union of the states, and even this projected system is nothing more than a formal act of incorporation. But upon what pretence can it be alleged that it was designed to annihilate the state governments? For, I will undertake to prove, that upon their existence, depends the existence of the federal plan. For this purpose permit me to call your attention to the manner in which the President, Senate, and House of Representatives, are proposed to be appointed. The President is to be chosen by electors, nominated in such manner as the Legislature of each state may direct; so that if there is no Legislature, there can be no electors, and consequently the office of President cannot be supplied. The Senate is to be composed of two Senators from each state, chosen by the Legislature; and therefore if there is no Legislature, there can be no Senate. The House of Representatives, is to be composed of members chosen every second year by the people of the several states, and the electors in each state shall have the qualifications requisite for electors of the most numerous branch of the state Legislature,--unless therefore, there is a state Legislature, that qualification cannot be ascertained, and the popular branch of the federal Constitution must likewise be extinct. From this view, then it is evidently absurd to suppose, that the annihilation of the separate governments will result from their union; or, that having that intention, the authors of the new system would have bound their connection with such indissoluble ties. Let me here advert to an arrangement highly advantageous, for you will perceive, without prejudice to the powers of the Legislature in the election of Senators, the people will acquire an additional privilege in returning members to the House of Representatives—whereas by the present confederation, it is the Legislature alone that appoints the Delegates to Congress.
The power of direct taxation has likewise been treated as an improper delegation to the federal government: but when we consider it as the duty of that body to provide for the national safety, to support the dignity of the union, and to discharge the debts contracted upon the collective faith of the states for their common benefit, it must be acknowledged, that those upon whom such important obligations are imposed, ought in justice and in policy to possess every means requisite for a faithful performance of their trust. But why should we be alarmed with visionary evils? I will venture to predict, that the great revenue of the United States must, and always will be raised by impost, for, being at once less obnoxious, and more productive, the interest of the government will be best promoted by the accommodation of the people. Still however, the objects of direct taxation should be within reach in all cases of emergency; and there is no more reason to apprehend oppression in the mode of collecting a revenue from this resource, than in the form of an impost, which, by universal assent, is left to the authority of the federal government. In either case, the
force of civil institutions will be adequate to the purpose; and the dread of military violence, which has been artfully disseminated, must eventually prove the mere effusion of a wild imagination, or a rancorous spirit. But the salutary consequences that must flow from thus enabling the government to perceive and support the credit of the union, will afford another answer to the objections upon this ground. The state of Pennsylvania particularly, which has encumbered itself with the assumption of a great proportion of the public debt, will derive considerable relief and advantage; for, as it was the imbecility of the present confederation, which gave rise to the funding law, that law must naturally expire, when a competent and energetic federal system shall be substituted—the state will then be discharged from an extraordinary burthen, and the national creditor will find it to be his interest to return to his original security.
After all, my fellow citizens, it is neither extraordinary or unexpected, that the Constitution offered to your consideration, should meet with opposition. It is the nature of man to pursue his own interest, in preference to the public good; and I do not mean to make any personal reflection. When I add, that it is the interest of a very numerous, powerful, and respectable body to counteract and destroy the excellent work produced by the late Convention. All the offices of Government, and all the appointments for the administration of justice and the collection of the public revenue, which are transferred from the individual to the aggregate sovereignty of the states, will necessarily turn the stream of influence and emolument into a new channel. Every person therefore, who either enjoys, or expects to enjoy, a place of profit under the present establishment, will object to the proposed innovation; not, in truth, because it is injurious to the liberties of his country, but because it affects his schemes of wealth and consequence. I will confess indeed, that I am not a blind admirer of this plan of Government, and that there are some parts of it, which if my wish had prevailed would certainly have been altered. But, when I reflect how widely men differ in their opinions, and that every man (and the observation applies likewise to every state) has an equal pretension to assert his own, I am satisfied that any thing nearer to perfection could not have been accomplished. If there are errors, it should be remembered, that the seeds of reformation are sown in the work itself, and the concurrence of two thirds of the Congress may at any time introduce alterations and amendments. Regarding it then, in every point of view, with a candid and disinterested mind, I am bold to assert, that, that it is the best form of government which has ever been offered to the world.
Mr. Wilson's speech was frequently interrupted with loud and unanimous testimonies of approbation, and the applause which was reiterated at the conclusion, evinced the general sense of its excellence, and the conviction which it had impressed upon every mind.
Doctor Rush then addressed the meeting in an elegant and pathetic style, describing our present calamitous situation, and enumerating the advantages which would flow from the adoption of the new system of Federal Government. The advancement of commerce, agriculture, manufactures, arts and sciences, the encouragement of emigration, the abolition of paper money, the annihilation of party, and the prevention of war, were ingeniously considered as the necessary consequences of that event. The Doctor concluded with an emphatic declaration that "were this the last moment of his existence, his dying request and injunction to his fellow citizens would be, to accept and support the offered constitution."
Mr. Gurney moved, that a committee be appointed to write and publish answers, under the authority of their names, to the anonymous pieces which have appeared against the Federal Constitution. But Mr. Donaldson observing, that it would be improper to expose any particular gentleman to a personal attack, Col. Gurney's motion was withdrawn.
The thanks of the meeting being presented to the chairman, the business of the evening was closed.
JUST PUBLISHED, and to be SOLD By HUGH GAINE, At his Book Store and Printing-office, at the Bible, in Hanover Square. Price, HALF A DOLLAR. The ALGERINE SPY in PENNSYLVANIA; Or, Letters written by a Native of Algiers, on the Affairs of the United States of America, from the close of the year 1783, to the Meeting of the Convention.
LIVERPOOL SALT. A Cargo of Liverpool Salt now discharging from the on board the ship Adah, at Ten Broek's wharf, Coenties-Slip. For Sale apply to CALEB LAWRENCE, EMMER and SHOTWELL, J. SHIPPEY and Co. of the Measures on board. Oct. 13.

To be Sold at Auction, On TUESDAY , the 23d instant, At the Coffee-House, at XII o'clock, That very capital and well-known Ship THE HOPE, LATELY arrived from Canton, with her stores and materials, as she now lies at Byvanck's wharf. A. L. BLECKER. Oct. 2, 1787.
A MARE was taken out of the Bailliff's yard day. The owner by proving his property and paying charges, may have her again, by applying to DAVID MILLER, jun. of Bushwick, King's county, Long Island. Oct. 13.
NOTICE is hereby given to all the Creditors of CHARLES ZEIGLER, an Insolvent Debtor, that they show cause, if any they have, before Jeremiah Wool, Esq. Alderman of the city of New-York, and one of the Judges of the Mayor's Court, at his office in Broad-street, on Friday the 19th inst. at 9 o'clock in the morning, why an assignment of the estate of the said Charles Zeigler should not be made, and he thereupon discharged, pursuant to an act of this State, entitled, An act for the relief of Insolvent debtors, passed 13th April, 1786. Dated at New-York, October 10, 1787. CHARLES ZEIGLER. Petitioning Creditors:—James B. Paton, John Spangler, Jr. Esq. Mead, Christian Green, Edward Moran. fin & f
Mr. Hardie, Teacher of Languages, Respectfully informs the Public, that, having resumed the private School at No. 3, Little Queen-street, he will open a PUBLIC SCHOOL , on Monday the 23d inst. at No. 3, Broad-street, where he will teach the Greek, Latin and English Languages grammatically. Oct. 12. fin & f
SALT-PETRE. A few hundred weight may be had very low of EFFINGHAM LAWRENCE, No. 207, Queen-street, facing the Fly-market. Also a large and general assortment of Genuine DRUGS & MEDICINES, Patent Medicines, Perfumery, Surgical Instruments, &c. for which Cash, Gisleng, Beeswax, Snake-root, Pot and Pearl-ashes, &c. will be taken in payment. MEDICINE CHESTS complete, with directions. Orange Peel for Hives. N.B. An APPRENTICE wanted. Oct. 12. tf
JUST IMPORTED, In the ship MERCURY, Captain Grant, TENERIFFE WINES Of a very superior quality, which will be disposed of by the quantity or single Pipe, by JOHN C. SHAW, at his store opposite Van Zandt's wharf. Oct. 12. tf
WANTED. A Quantity of BAR IRON, For which the Cash will be paid on delivery. Apply to MOSES ROGERS, Oct. 12. tf No. 36, Queen-street.
Instruction on the German Flute. THE Subscriber begs leave to offer his service to those Gentlemen who are lovers of music on the GERMAN FLUTE ; as he finds himself greatly encouraged to continue the business, by the progress his Scholars have made, (whom he has now in tuition) they having learned Songs and Tunes, perfectly, in the course of two months, by his instruction, and as he has, by his experience, acquired the art of filing a Flute so very easily, as to avoid every symptom of pain in the breast, which is occasioned by irregularly blowing, he flatters himself, his very moderate terms, attention and assiduity, cannot fail to merit the attention of those Gentlemen who may please to honor him with their commands, at No. 32, Nassau-street, nearly opposite the New-Jail. Oct. 12. tf JOHN L. KLIPSTEIN.
Joshua and Henry Waddington, No. 30, Water-street. HAVE imported in the AMERICA and LARK from LONDON, the DILIGENCE from HULL, and the HUDSON from DUBLIN, the following articles, which they will sell on the most reasonable terms for CASH, NOTES at a short date, or POT and PEARL ASHES.
A GENERAL assortment of Calicoes, of fashionable new patterns, Elegant furniture Calicoes, 4-4's, 5-4's and 6-4's Shawls, Printed linen and cotton Handkerchiefs, Bandannos and Romals, Black India Persians, 7-8's 4-4's, and 11-8's Checks, 3-4's, 7-8's, and 4-4's Irish Linens, Black Lastings and Florentines, Superfine Satin do. Tamies, Durants, and mock Morcens, Men's ribb'd cotton and worsted Hosiery, Cambricks, Black Callimancoes, Flannels and Baizes, Half Thicks and Serges, New-York, September 11, 1787. tf
CABLES of any length, and CORDAGE of all sizes, made at Peter'sburgh Hemp, best quality, to be had at the Subscriber's Rope-walk, or ship's store, between Fly-market Stairs and Busing-slip, on the very lowest terms. Cables spliced with the addition of any length required; Cables or Cordage of any size reduced into Ropes, and made into Ropes and dimensions, at a very small expence, by HEZEKIAH IVERS, Rope-Maker. July 25th, 1787. tf
WANTED IMMEDIATELY. A PERSON qualified to teach the English, Latin and Greek Languages, and the Elements of Mathematics, in a private School. A fixed and liberal salary will be allowed. Enquire at No. 59, Maiden-Lane. No applications can be successful, unless accompanied by unexceptionable testimonials of the applicant's good character. Sept. 12. tf
SALES AT AUCTION, By Frederick Jay, On MONDAY , X o'clock, at No. 244, Queen-street, A neat assortment of Household Furniture. A very neat HARPSICORD , well-toned, and in prime order.
On WEDNESDAY , At I o'clock, at the Coffee-house, will positively be SOLD , Those Three valuable and pleasantly situated LOTS of GROUND in the Bowery-lane; containing upwards of seven acres each, only two miles and a half from the city. On one of the Lots are two convenient and well finished Dwelling-Houses; one of them a two-story house, and lately in the occupation of William Seaton, Esquire. Conditions of sale will be made known on the day of sale.
At PRIVATE SALE. Russia Duck blue muck, a variety of Dry Goods, Claret, Port Wine, by the hundred, or less quantity, an elegant Eight Day Clock, assorted, a few pipes choice Madeira Wine, Lisbon Wine, in pipes and quarter-casks, a few pipes and quarter-casks of excellent Sherry Wine, 7 by 9 and 6 by 8 Window Glass, a parcel of Buntings, a few jars of Raisins, fresh imported Olives of superior quality, a parcel of choice coffee in bags, 20 pipes Fuyal Wine, rod. 12d. 20d. and 24d. Nails, a few pieces of India Hanging Paper.
JUST IMPORTED, In the sloop BETSEY, Paul Poff, Master, from Teneriffe, and now landing on Maritson's Wharf, Her Cargo—consisting of 18 Pipes, 21 Hogsheads and 68 quarter-casks of the very best London Particular VIDONIA WINE, FOURTEEN years old, made from a particular Vineyard, and will be found equal if not superior in quality to any ever yet imported into this city for sale.
Also, the remainder of her Cargo, Being Fifty Pipes of the very best TENERIFFE WINE, The whole to be sold together, by the quantity, or by the single pipe, hogshead or quarter cask, as may be most convenient for the purchaser.—For terms of sale apply to RICHARD YATES, No. 18, Prince's street. Who has remaining on hand, a few Puncheons of JAMAICA SPIRITS, Which will be sold reasonable. Oct. 10. tf
MUSCOVADO SUGARS, In hogsheads, Tierces and Barrels, And West-India RUM, JUST imported from St. Kitts, in the sloop RUBY, now landing on the Wharf the East side of Dock-street. For Terms of sale apply to the Captain on board, or to NEAL MINTRE, No. 19, on Dock-street Wharf. Oct. 11. tf
TO BE LET, To the First of May next, Upon the most reasonable Terms, A snug and convenient HOUSE, In WATER-STREET , near Peck's-slip. IT contains a Store and Cellar in front, a handy Back Kitchen and Yard, a Parlour, and several Rooms up stairs. Enquire at No. 83, Water-street. 8t Oct. 10th, 1787.
LOT MERKEL, No. 33, Hino-ver-Square, nearly opposite the Bank, Manufactory and has for sale a complete and general assortment
MUFFS and TIPPETS, of MARTIN and Martin Throat, Swan's Down and real Ermine, Russia and Siberia Squirrel, American Ground Squirrel, Russia Hare and red Fox, Real Black Squirrel, belt furs, Mock Sable and Mock Ermine. Likewise a large and general assortment of Fur Trimming and Edgings, for Ladies Cloaks, Coats and Habits, Ladies Cloak Linings, Gentlemen's Great Coats lined with Fur, Fur Gloves, &c. &c. *The above articles he is now selling on the most reasonable Terms for Cash only. N.B. Orders from the Country executed in the best manner. New-York, October 11, 1787. tf
Muscovado SUGAR and Turks-Island SALT, JUST imported in the sloop Good Intent, and Schooner Peggy, lying at Governor's wharf. Apply to SHEDDEN, PATRICK and Co. No. 206, Water-street. Who have also for Sale, A quantity of Nails and Brads assorted, which may obtain a draw-back on exportation, Old Jamaica Spirits, crop 1783, rich Malaga Wine, Vintage, 1782 and 1783. 5t 9th Oct. 1787.
G. VERPLANCK HAS FOR SALE, at No. 41, WALL-STREET, on very reasonable terms for CASH, DUTCH Gunpowder of the best quality, Linseed Oil, Geneva in cases, Pepper in bales, from 1 cwt. to 3 cwt. Mill-Saws in gangs, Russia Sheerings, Raven's Duck, Holland do. first quality, Osnaburghs, Ticklenbergs Call-cases and Tapes. 9th Aug. 1787. tf
LOST, IN Great Dock street, between Coenties-slip and Wall-street, a Bamboo STICK, with an ivory head. Whoever has found the same, and will carry it to No. 17, in Wall street, will be rewarded for their trouble. October 2nd, 1787.
PUBLIC SALE. On MONDAY , the 15th instant, Will be exposed to sale, by public Auction, at No. 64, the corner of Beckman's-slip, All the stock of Goods on hand, Belonging to the estate of James Youle, deceased, consisting of a large and general assortment of fresh imported HARD-WARE, IRON-MONGERY, CUTLERY and JEWELLERY, &c. The sale will begin at nine o'clock, and continue, from day to day, until the whole is disposed of; after which the Sale of the Household Furniture of the said deceased will take place.
At PRIVATE SALE. At the VENDUE and COMMISSION STORE , No. 221, Queen-street, A fresh parcel of Irish Linens, calicoes, muslins, fustins, modes and lutestring, Barcelona handkerchiefs, black and white silk stockings, cotton handkerchiefs, striped cottons, point blankets, frows, umbrellas, nests of hair trunks, excellent Claret in hogsheads and bottles, &c. &c. to be sold very reasonable for cash, by JOHN RAMSAY.
ATTWOOD and TRONSON, Have for sale, at their store, No. 11, Great Dock-street, A general assortment of Swedes and American Bar IRON, Consisting of Axe Iron, Cart Tire, Waggon, Chair and Sleigh Tire, mill Irons, and Iron of uncommon square; Steel of all kinds, English laggos the much esteemed blistered L.O. American blistered and Tub Steel, Anvils of all sizes, Pack Irons, Vices, &c. &c. A variety of Castings and other articles, which they will sell low for cash, or country produce. All orders for cast Iron, or wrought Iron for mill work, &c. will be duly received, and executed with dispatch. *Bar Iron or any other article, received and sold on commission. A quantity of Albany Pease for sale. Oct. 9th, 1787. tf
TO BE SOLD, A Hearty young NEGRO WENCH , about 17 years of age, the property of a person deceased. Enquire at No. 38, in Fair-street. tf 9th Oct. 1787.
SADLER and BAILLIE, No. 215, Water-street, Are now landing at the Old-slip, from on board the Minerva, from Ireland and Teneriffe, which they will sell for Cash, Notwithstanding a short date, Pot and Pearl Ashes, Barrel staves or Flax-seed; TENERIFFE WINE , in pipes, hogsheads, and quarter casks, Irish Linens, 4-4, 7-8 & 3-4 wide, Dowlands 7-8 & 3-4 wide, Sheeting 9 & 5-4 wide, Bown Linens of different widths and qualities, Printed Linens, Chintz Patterns for gowns Bed Tickens 7-8, 3-4 and 13-15 width, Towelling and Diaper, from 3 to 10 quarters wide. *These Linens have been laid in from the last July market. Red Port Wine in pipes October 8, 1787. tf
FOR SALE, On Board the ship ATLAS , Wm. Dykes, master, from Liverpool, a Cargo of Choice coarse Grain SALT, 100 Crates YELLOW WARE, 20 Crates of Nottingham WARE assorted, 90 small Boxes of short and long PIPES, A few Tons of LARGE COAL. THIS SHIP hath British Papers, will be sold cheap if a purchaser offers by the time she is discharged, if not she will take a Freight to Europe or the West-Indies. Application may be made on board of the ship at Mr. Ten Eyck's wharf, or to Wm. NELSON, No. 40, Great Dock-street. Oct. 6. tf
THOSE who have any Claim on the estate of the late GEORGE FISHER , deceased, are requested to present their accounts for settlement; such as are any way indebted to the said estate, are desired to make immediate payment to the subscriber. HANNAH FISHER, Administratrix. New-York, May 30. cod. 8m.
FOR SALE, THAT ELEGANT and convenient FARM, situated on the banks of Hudson-river, at Staatsburgh Landing, in the county of Dutchess, containing 201 acres of valuable LAND, with sufficient wood for the Farm, together with the improvements thereon, consisting of a small Farm House, a good Barn, Barrack, Cyder Mill and screw Press, and other out Houses. There is also on said farm an excellent bearing Orchard, containing more than 600 Apple Trees, most of them grafted fruits likewise Peach, Pear, Cherry, and other fruit Trees. The said farm is capable of the highest improvement, as every acre is capable of being made tilable land. It commands an extensive and pleasant prospect of Hudson's-river, and is a most eligible situation for a gentleman's seat. It is also as convenient a situation for carrying on extensive business in the mercantile line as any in the country, there being a very valuable landing at the door, and the great roads from the Nine Partners, Albany and New-York, pass through the farm, and in the heart of a very thick settled country and neighbourhood. There is likewise a large shed and herring Fishery by the door, being the only one between Elopus and Poughkeepsie; the whole in good fence and well watered, and has many advantages which will be apparent to any one on visiting the farm, being one of the best in that part of the country. The terms of payment will be made easy. For further particulars, enquire at No. 13, Great Dock-street, New-York, for JOHN LIVINGSTON, in the manor of Livingston, by whom an indefeasible title will be given. September 12, 1787. tm
PUBLIC AUCTION. ON TUESDAY , At the Auction Room, No. 37, Great Dock-street, A large quantity DRY GOODS , Which will be sold without reserve; Amongst which are, An elegant parcel of Satins, Persians and Chintzes, black and colored Ribbons, Barcelona Handkerchiefs, Cotton Stockings, black Crape, Tiffanys, dress Hats, Caps and Aprons, Broad Cloths, Coatings, Irish Linens, Calicoes, and a variety of other articles. ISAAC MOSES.
At PRIVATE SALE. A choice parcel of well assorted INDIGO, Holland Gin in pipes and cases, Tuckenbergs, Oranbeigs, Pepper, Writing Paper, Quilt, Russia Duck, White Russia Sheering of superior quality, Russia Drillings, Green Tea, Copper Tea Kettles, a quantity of Cattle Soap. ISAAC MOSES.
SALES AT AUCTION, On TUESDAY , The 16th of October, At the Coffee-House, at XII o'clock, The DWELLING-HOUSE, LOT and STABLES , occupied by Cornelius Stevenson, Esq. situate in Broad-street, corner of Mill-street, now rented until May, for 140l. with the taxes; being part of the estate of John Livingston, Esq. deceased. The terms of payment will be made easy to the Purchaser, who will be entitled to the rents from the delivery of the deeds.
At the Merchants Coffee-House, on the 28th day of November next, between the hours of Eleven and One, unless sooner disposed of at private Sale, a considerable number of
Lots and Parcels of Land, Situate in different Parts of the City, particularly in Montgomery and the West-wards. The conditions will be made known at the time and place of Sale, and sufficient conveyances given by the executors of the late doctor Barclay. Persons desirous to purchase at private Sale may enquire of JAMES BARCLAY.
At PRIVATE SALE, FYAL WINE of the first quality, by the Pipe. A few Pieces of fine Irish Linens. Black and white SILK HOSE , of first quality. CAMBRICS and LAWNs , from 3l. 10s. to 7l. 10s. per piece. Carpets and Carpeting. ROBERT HUNTER.
THE Co-partnership of WILLIAM REMSEN and Co. being this day dissolved by mutual consent, all persons indebted to said Co-partnership are desired to make immediate payment; and those who have demands against the Co-partnership are requested to bring in their accounts for settlement, at No. 9, Water-street. The business, in future, will be transacted under the firm of JOHN J. REMSEN and CO. 8t New-York, Oct. 5, 1787.
THOMAS DURIE, No. 15, LITTLE DOCK-STREET, has just imported for sale the following articles, viz. ROSE and striped Blankets, 7-8 and 4-4 Irish Linens, Cotton and Linen Checks, Oranbeigs, Calicoes, 9-8, 5-4 and 6-4 Mullin Shawls, Mullin and Lawn Aprons, do. do. Handkerchiefs, Barcelona, Lawn and Check do. 11-8 and 7-8 plain Lawn, 6-4 striped and checked Mullins, &c. &c. A L L O French Nests, Crapes, Suflee, and Cypress Gauzes, Flaxseed, Pot-Ash, or Bar Iron, will be received in payment. tf New-York, Oct. 1.
PORT WINE, Of a superior quality to any ever imported in this place. LANDING this Day at Cragar's wharf, out of the Brig St. Jesuide Villa Nova, from Oporto, or Sale by JOZE ROIZ SILVA . June 15th tf.
TO BE SOLD, A complete set of Flax-seed MACHINES , with all their fixtures; the store they are now in may be rented to the season, or a term of years. For terms apply at No. 213, Water-street. 8t Oct. 1787. tf
FENCING SCHOOL. M. VILLETTE , has the honor to inform the gentlemen of this city, that he has opened his School on Goldon-hill, No. 37, where that noble art will be taught, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, from ten o'clock, A. M. until two. 24th Sept. 1787. tf
*An EVENING SCHGOL is opened for the accommodation of such Gentlemen, as cannot make it convenient to attend in the day.
WHEREAS the Co-Partnership of the House of Henry Arnold Coffer, Bohl Bichen, Haco Joachim Coffer and Herman Gerard Hammerer, established in this City, under the Firm of BROTHERS, COSTER and Co. was, on the 20th day of October last, dissolved by mutual consent; all persons having any demands against the said House, are requested to furnish their accounts immediately, and those who are indebted to them, will be pleased to make payment to Henry Arnold Coffer, one of the said Partners, on or before the 1st day of December, or their accounts will, without distinction, be put in the hands of an Attorney, he being fully authorized to settle the same. N.B. The business, under the Firm of Brothers, Coffer and Co. will in future, be carried on by Henry Arnold Coffer and G. L. Cantmann. New-York, Sept. 28, 1787. tf

For Kingston, Jamaica, The BRIG MARY, WILLIAM BELL, Commander, WILL sail about 20th inst. ly- ing at Brownjohn's Wharf. has good accommodations for Passengers. Please apply to the master on board. Oct. 11. 36.
For Antigua and Dominica. The BRIG NANCY, DAVID DEAS, Master, WILL sail in a few days --- For neighbor passage, ap- ply soon to the Master on board, at La-rence's wharf. 9th Oct. 1787.
For St. John's, New-Brunswick, The Schooner HAWK, (Formerly the PEGGY ) GEORGE MATTHEW, Master, LYING at Markson's wharf, an excellent vessel, and good ac- commodations for passengers. For freight or pas- sage, apply on board, or to R. and P. BRUCE. N. B. Will sail in ten days. New-York, Oct. 10.
For GLASGOW. The BRIGANTINE JEANIE, DANIEL MARTIN, commander, A flour vessel. Eighteen months old, British built, burthen about 170 tons, will sail the 30th inst. FOR freight or passage apply to the Captain on board, at Leffert's wharf, or to WILLIAM WIL- SON and Co. No. 220, Queen-Street.
FOR SALE, and now landing from the above vessel, BOTTLED PORTER, BARLEY in kegs, LINENS; also a few casks of COALS, a variety of DRY GOODS, with an assortment of HATTERS' TAIM- INGS, &c. &c. Wholesale and Retail. Apply as above. 14th Oct. 3.
For Freight or Charter, The Sloop DELIGHT, DANIEL SMITH, Master. LYING at Cruger's wharf, 100 tons burthen, new, Bermudean built, with a Bri- tish register. For terms apply to JAMES SAULDER.
ALSO, The Sloop ELIZA and MARY, THOMAS COBB, Master, LYING at Ten Eyck's wharf, 139 tons burthen, with two decks, new, Bermuda built, with a British register, and new Mediterranean pass. Ap- ply as above. Sept. 29.
For KINGSTON, Jamaica, The SHIP Anne & Susannah, THOMAS QUILL, Commander, A flour, strong built vessel, with three decks, burthen between 400 and 500 tons, now lying at Rippon's wharf, will sail about the 20th of October. For freight or passage, apply to the Master on board, or to WILLIAM LAIGHT and Co. No. 200, Queen-Street.
FOR SALE, very cheap for Cash, Liverpool, New Pitt, and Kendall COAL, of in- ferior quality; low priced Irish LINENS, assorted in trunks; Cotton Checks, Linen Stripes, and super- fine Counterpanes; Tin Ware in casks; Glass Ware in crates; a case of HATS; old Hock, Pyrmont Water, and London Porter in bottles. WANTED TO PURCHASE, Red and White-Oak Staves and Headings; Pine and Oak Boards, Egg Harbour and 22 inch Shingles; a quantity of Indian Corn. Sept. 13. Apply as above. tf.
To be Sold at Private Sale, The BRIGANTINE FRIENDSHIP, ABOUT 140 tons, double- deck, Bermuda built, had her upper deck put on at Bordeaux, has made but one voyage since raised, fair sail, and is exceeding well found in sails and rigging, having two sets of the principal sails. The payment will be made very easily to the purchaser. West-India produce will be received in payment. At the same place may be had 40 Casks of Rofin. Apply to Mr. ISAAC MO- SES, or at No. 7, Broad-Street. August 31. 1787. tf.
STOLEN, FROM the subscriber, living at North-Castle, on the 26th of Sept. ult. a BLACK HORSE, seven years old last spring, pretty well fer, fourteen hands and an half high, a natural trotter, has a scar on his buttock partly on the near side, some white hairs in his forehead, a kind of mark round his nose, where it has been galled with the halter when he was a colt. Whoever secures said Horse, so that the owner may have him, shall receive Five Dollars Reward, and Ten Dollars for the Thief, from DAVID LANE. 4th Oct. 1787. tf.
PURSUANT to an order this day made by the Ho- norable Richard Morris, Esq. Chief Justice of the State of New-York, Notice is hereby given to all the Creditors of Lion Hart, an insolvent Debtor, that they shew cause, if any they have, before the said Chief Justice, at his chambers, situate in Nassau- Street, in the city of New-York, by Wednesday the seventeenth day of October instant, why an assign- ment of the said Debtor's estate should not be made, and the said Debtor discharged, pursuant to an Act of the Legislature of this State, entitled, "An Act for the relief of insolvent Debtors," passed the 13th A- pril, 1786. Dated this 3d day of October, 1787. LION HART. JONAS HYMAN, by his Attorney, Abra- ham Isaacs. JOSIAH ELLIS. th th m
At PRIVATE SALE, A New Two Story HOUSE, with a brick front and A Lot of Ground, No. 2, William Street, being in front, 38 feet 4 inches, 43 feet 9 inches in the rear, 25 feet deep on the one side, and 25 feet 7 inches on the other. The House consists of two rooms on a floor, two good cellars, five fire places, a good garret over the whole; it is as good a stand for bu- siness as any in the street. For Terms, apply to Mr. Anthony L. Bleecker, No. 208, Water-Street, or John Grandine and Thomas Shepherd, on the premises, who will give an indis- putable title for the same. Sept. 28. 1787. tf.
Paper Hanging Manufactory. A Large and elegant assortment of PAPER HANG- INGS, with ESTOON BORDERS is now fi- nished for sale, at GERARDUS DUYCKINCK's, jun. STORE, No. 30, Little-Book-Street, or at JOHN COLLETT's at the Manufactory in the Lower-Barracks where orders and directions for Paper is received, the Public now can be supplied with any kind of Paper Hanging, agreeable to their fancy, plain, green and blue verditer, or any other colour to suit their Furniture, may be had at a very short notice. One very great advantage will attend the purchasing of Paper Hanging manufactured here, is, that it can always be matched again; many Persons have been obliged to new paper their Rooms for the want of a few yards of Paper Hanging, that has been im- ported, being damaged on their walls; and another very great advantage is, they can be sold much cheaper than the imported Paper Hanging, and warranted to be equally as good. Cash given for OLD ROPES, LINEN and COT- TON RAGS. April 10. tf.
To be Let, and entered upon immediately, THE HOUSE, No. 66, opposite the North-Church lately in the possession of JOHN D. CRIM- SHIER, Esq. It contains 6 fire places, and is in good repair; its situation for a private family, at- torney or store, is unexceptionable. For particu- lars, enquire at KING'S Shoe Store, next door to the Premises. N. B. If agreeable to the person who hires the House, the present occupant of the Store, would willingly hire it till November next. tf. August 2, 1787.
NATHANIEL SMITH, Perfumer, from London, At the NEW-YORK Hair-Powder and Perfume Manufactory, The ROSE, No. 187, Queen-Street. RETURNS his sincere thanks to his numerous cus- tomers who have so liberally encouraged him, and he assures them he is determined to persevere in selling every article as usual in the Perfumery line of the first quality, and on as low terms as it is possible to afford them. SMITH begs leave to recommend to Ladies, his highly improved Milk of Roses, for beautifying the skin, it is by far the best Cosmetic in the world, be- ing the proprietor of it, he can vouch for its inno- cence, for cleansing and clearing the skin from hard pimples, scurf or tan, rendering it quite soft, deli- cate and fair; half a dollar and one dollar per bottle, or three dollars per quart. He cannot be answerable for any Milk of Roses but what he prepares himself, with his label upon the bottle; therefore Ladies can- not be too particular in asking for N. SMITH's Milk of Roses; for that as well as many more articles are imported under titles they are not deserving of. LIKEWISE may be had as above, SMITH's super- fine English white Hair Powders, Pomatum, Wash- Balls, Shaving Soaps and Boxes, Lavender Waters, Essence of Bergamot, Lemon and Lavenders, Con- cave Razors, warranted Razor Straps, Powder Bags and Puffs, Rollers, Horn and Tortoise-shell Combs, Black Pins of all kinds. Also,
JUST IMPORTED, A beautiful assortment of LONG HAIRS, for Braids, with a variety of Ringlets, for Ladies Curls; Half Drets and Full Drets Cushions; with every o- ther article in the Perfumery business, wholesale and Retail, and for Exportation. A great allowance to those that buy to sell again. All Orders, from Town and Country, carefully and punctually executed. New-York, September 1, 1787. tf.
PROPOSALS for printing by Subscription, The Visions of Columbus: A POEM, in Nine Books. By JOEL BARLOW. The Second Edition.
A Large edition of this work was first published in March last, in one volume octavo, and is all disposed of, at the price of One Dollar and a Third. This edition will be printed on the best paper that can be made in the country, in one volume Duodeci- mo, neatly bound, gilt and lettered, and delivered to subscribers, at One Dollar. Those who subscribe for six shall have a seventh gratis, and the usual allowance will be made to book- sellers, who take a considerable number.
Several hundred subscriptions for the first edition were received too late to be printed in the list of names. Those will be published with the list of sub- scribers for the second edition.
Subscriptions are taken in by THOS. ALLEN, book- seller and stationer, No. 16, Queen-Street, corner of the Fly-market. T. ALLEN flatters himself, that the praises so libe- rally and justly bestowed upon this patriotic POEM, by the readers of the first edition---both in this city and throughout America, will in- duce every friend to literature, who is not already sup- plied, to enter his name, as an encourager of a work which does the highest honor to American genius. An assortment of the best London manufactured PARCHMENT for sale by T. ALLEN, at reasonable prices, by the roll, dozen, or single skin. Likewise Merchants Account Books, ruled and bound, equal to any imported. New-York, Oct. 2, 1787.
TO BE SOLD, A Heavy NEGRO WENCH, about twenty years old; has a child of two years old.---For par- ticulars, enquire at No. 179, Queen-Street, 10th Oct. 1787.
DANCING. MR. PICKEN begs leave to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of New-York, that on Wed- nesday the 19th inst. he will open his SCHOOL at the City Assembly-Room, Broad-way, where he will exert his utmost abilities to merit the approbation of his employers. 14th Sept. 1787. tf.
To be SOLD, On reasonable terms, and immediate possession gi- ven to the Purchaser, Two valuable Lots of LAND, ADJOINING one another, containing 200 Acres, part whereof is cleared, situate in the District of Caghnawaga, near Johnstown, in the County of Montgomery. On one Lot is a Grist-Mill, which with a small repair, will produce, annually, 250L being in the centre of a Country abounding with all kinds of Grain. These LANDS are remarkable for fertility of soil, convenience of wood and water, and other local advantages, which render them a very eligible situation for the industrious Farmer and Store-Keeper, especially for their proximity to the above-mentioned Town. ALSO a small LOT in said neighbourhood, on which are POT and FRANK Asst. Works, with Six Kettles, and every other uten- sil necessary for Manufacturing these Articles. For further particulars, apply to Mr. JOHN MC CARTHY on the Premises, or at GEORGE SHEA's, opposite Powles Hook Ferry.
Who has for Sale, 42,000 well-seasoned North-River Barrel Staves, 25 barrels Pearl-Ashe, of superior quality, Muscovado Sugar in Barrels, Tierces and Hhds. A few Pieces low priced Irish Linens and Sheerings, Do. Do. English Cottons and Calicoes, Do. Do. Cloths, Ratteens, Coatings and Corduroys, Irish, Common and Dress Shoes, &c. &c. New-York, Sept. 8, 1787. tf.
CERTIFICATES. THE HIGHEST PRICE is given for CONTINEN- TAL and STATE CERTIFICATES of every kind, at No. 198, Queen-Street, by July 13. tf. JOHN BLEECKER.
WANTED IMMEDIATELY, 8000 Dollars in Final Settlements, FOR which a generous price will be given, by JOHN BLEECKER, No. 198, Queen-Street.
TO BE SOLD, By WILLIAM PRINCE, At Flushing Landing, on Long-Island, near New- York, a large collection of FRUIT TREES, As follows, viz.
ALL sorts of Apples, Pears, Plums, Cherries, Peaches, Nectarines, Apricots, Quince and Mulberry Trees, Fig Trees, black, white and red Currans, a variety of fine Gooseberries, red and white English and large Canada Raspberries, a great variety of Strawberries, among which is the large Hudson, which for size, exceeds any yet dis- covered, are high flavored, and great bearers; Ma- deira and Lisbon Grape Vines, English and Ameri- can walnuts hard and soft shell Almonds, a great va- riety of Roses and other flowering shrubs, fine striped Tulip and tube Rose Roots, and a great number of other Plants too tedious to mention here, but may be seen in the catalogues, which may be had gratis by calling at Mr. Hugh Gaine's, Printer, in Ha- nover-square, New-York; where orders left will be immediately attended to.---The price of the Fruit Trees is two shillings each, the Shrubs and Plants are of different prices, as may be seen in the cata- logue. 23d Sept. 1787. tf.
To be Sold at Private Sale, THE Farm, Grist and Saw-Mills, whereon the Subscriber now lives, known by the name of Squires-Point, about 37 miles from New-Brunswick, 40 miles from Trenton, 14 from Easttown, in a fine wheat country. The Farm contains 164 acres of good land, on which there is a very genteel house, with four rooms on a floor, a large barn with several small dwelling-houses; the Grist-Mill has two run of stones, in excellent order, and the Saw-Mill almost new, on a never-failing stream of water; also a Negro Man, a complete miller; likewise three Farms, containing 200 acres each, about two miles from the Mills. For further particulars, enquire of Mr. John Ramsay, Mr. Alexander Stewart, Mr. Hay Stevenson, in New-York, or to the owner on the pre- mises. JOHN RAPALJE. Squire's-Point, Sept. 24th, 1787. tf.
A FARM for Sale, SITUATED in New-Marlborough, Ulster county, late the Property of Peter Caverly, deceased, containing 150 acres, a proportionate part of which is meadow, that will produce from 15 to 20 tons of good hay; the timber is of good growth, and the orchard consists of thrifty good bearing trees The land is well watered, and being on the road leading from Elopus to this city, and near two pub- lic landings, make it well worth attention. For terms and further particulars, enquire of JOHN CA- VERLY, Latin Town, near the premises, or of ELIZABETH CAVERLY, No. 14, Great Dock-Street. Sept. 20. tf.
OAKUM, For Sale, Of the first quality, by the ton or single hundred, at 25 shillings per hundred, gross. Also a par- cel of Points, Mats and Gaskets, and a quantity of good rigging of different dimensions. Enquire of Francis Basset, Lawrence Embree, Elijah Cocke, Obadiah Seaman, and Elias Nexen.
NOTICE is hereby given to all persons indebted to the estate of Benjamin Ledyard, late of the city of New-York, merchant, an insolvent debtor, that unless they make immediate payment to the subscribers, assignees of the estate of the a- foresaid Benjamin Ledyard, the accounts will be put into the hands of an attorney; and all persons having claims against said Benjamin Ledyard's estate, pre- vious to his discharge, under the act of insolvency, are requested immediately to present their accounts properly attested, to A. HAMMOND, } Assignees. ANDREW VAN TUYL, } 20th Sept. 1787. 2m
A HOUSE in William-street TO BE LET until the 1st May next, in a good stand for business. Enquire of Nathan McVicker, No. 18, said street. tf. Oct. 5.
Parchment Manufactory. WILLIAM THOMPSON, at the sign of the breeches and Bar, No. 28, Dye-Street, near the North-River, manu- factures and sells at a moderate price, the very best of Parchment, allowed by good judges to be equal in quality to any import- ed, and will be sold cheap. It is hoped that the gentlemen of the Law, and others, using that article, will encourage so useful a Manufactory, made from materials of our own country produce. He also makes vel- um for book-binders, and such as is fit for drum heads. N. B. He continues the GLOVE Ma- nufactory as usual. Sept. 14. 1787. 3taw 1m
Dr. RYAN's incomparable Worm destroying SUGAR PLUMBS, Highly necessary to be kept in all families. So exceedingly valued by all people who have had of them in Great-Britain and Ireland, for their transcendent excellence in the destroying Worms of all kinds, both in the bodies of men, women and children, by not only breaking the knots in the Du- odenum, or gut next the Stomach; but they pass through the smallest passages of the body, and purge away thoseropy and slimy humours which are the cause of those pernicious vermin, and the source of many other disorders. They are one of the best pur- ges in the whole world for gross-bodied children that are apt to breed worms, and have large bellies; their operation is mild, safe and pleasant; they wonderfully cleanse the bowels of all Riff and clam- my humours which stop up the parts, and prevent the juice of food from being conveyed to the liver and made blood, which often the cause with children, and is attended with a hard belly, stinking breath, frequent fevers, rickets, and a decay of strength, in the lower parts: Likewise scurvy, scabs, tetter, or in the head, swellings, old sores, scabs, tetter, or breaking out, will be perfectly cured, and the blood and skin restored to its original purity and smooth- ness; they purge by urine, and bring away the gra- vel, and effectually cure all obstructions of the urine, or ulcers in the kidneys. They at once strike the true cause of the evil and entirely destroy it, and all associated humours and effects, root and branch, so as never to return again; and what makes them more commendable is, they are all as agreeable to both taste and sight, as loaf sugar; and in their operation as innocent as new milk.
I have by these plumbs secured a great many children of whooping or chin-coughs, and agues, which dis- temper are very common and troublesome to fami- lies and the want of these plumbs are the ruin of many children's constitutions. These plumbs enrich and sweeten the whole mass of blood, carry off all gross, corrupt and putrid hu- mours, and create a fresh and healthy complexion in such as are affected in any putrid matter. The plumbs is a great diuretick, cleaning the reins of urine, expels wind, and is a sovereign medicine in the cholic and griping of the Suts---It always carries off four vapours, which occasion many disorders in the head---It opens all obstruc- tions in the Stomach, lungs, liver, reins and bladder, causes a good appetite, and helps digestion. It hath been found wonderfully successful to such persons as are going into chronic distempers, as asthma, phthisicks, or shortness of breath, droplets and yel- low jaundice.---Now I hope all impartial persons are satisfied that the medicine which works upon such humours, will almost reach any distemper, if not too far gone, since corruption and putrefaction are the fore-runners of all diseases; therefore, no better pysic can be taken for all ages, sexes and conditions, from infancy to an old age. These plumbs are highly serviceable to the female sex, from the age of 14 to 20 years, and from 40 to 50. Each box con- tains one dozen of these plumbs,---Price Eight Shillings, with directions.
SOLD by H. GAINE, at his Book-Store and Printing-Office in Hanover-square. Diagnostick Signs of Worms. PALENESS in the face, itching of the nose, hol- lowness of the eyes, grating of the teeth when asleep, dullness, pains and heaviness in the head, a dry cough, itching in the epudiment, white and thick urine, uneasiness, often starting, loss appetite, swelled belly, knowing and biting about the Stomach, frightful dreams, extreme thirst, the body decay- ed and lean, fits, often vomiting, stinking breath, &c Directions for taking them.
A Child from 1 to 2 years may eat one plumb, from 2 to 4 one and half, from 4 to 6 two, from 6 to 8 two and a half, from 8 to 12 three, from 12 to 15, and all above that age may eat four plumbs, one hour or two before up-rising, not to drink during that time, but afterwards drink warm tea, whey, or water-gruel; in taking, the patient must take 2 or 3 days between each dose. In agues, the same quantity must be taken 2, 3, or 4 hours before the fit comes on, and be repeated 3 times. In whooping or chin-coughs, give the quantity above-mentioned. June 1. 3tawtf
NOTICE is hereby given to all persons indebted to GARRIT RAPALJE, late of New-Jersey, but now of the city of New-York, an insolvent debtor, that unless they make immediate payment to the subscribers, assignees of the estate of the aforesaid Garrit Rapalje, the accounts will be put in the hands of an attorney. And all persons having claims against the said Garrit Ra- palje, previous to his discharge under the act of insolvency, are required immediately to pre- sent their accounts properly attested, to Garrit Ra- palje, or to ANDREW VAN TUYL, } Assignees. NICHOLAS H. BOGAR, } 18th Sept. 1787.
THE Public are respectfully informed, that the Subscriber has agreed with the proprietors of the Fulton and Albany STAGES, to make his House, No. 138, near Peek's-Ship, Water-Street, the Public Stage-Place. Those Gentlemen who wish to take passage in either of the STAGES, will please to leave their names the evening before. The Gentlemen Passengers are informed, the Subscriber keeps a BOARDING and LODGING HOUSE, and that every attention will be paid to those who favor him with their custom. The STAGES commence running from my House this day. DAVID OSBORN. New-York, Sept. 6. tf.