The daily advertiser (New York [N.Y.]), 1788-04-07 00:00:00

The Daily Advertiser.
[VOL. IV.]
NEW-YORK: MONDAY, APRIL 7, 1788.
[No. 975.]
THE partnership of SALTONSTALL and MUMFORD will be dissolved by mutual consent the first day of May next. Those that are indebted to them, or have demands against them, are requested to call at their store for an adjustment of their accounts.
Bills will be transferred as usual at the said store by DAVID GELSTON and GILBERT SALTONSTALL, under the firm of GELSTON and SALTONSTALL; and after the first day of May, by DAVID MUMFORD, No. 29, Front-street, next door to Gelston and Saltonshall. April 3. xm.
Just IMPORTED and for SALE By Gouverneur, Kemble and Co. No. 26, Front-street. The following Articles, which they will sell on reasonable Terms, viz.
 OLD Sherry Wine, in pipes and quarter-casks.  Teneriffe Wine in do.  Malaga Wine in do.  Black Pepper, in bales of 100 to 400 lb.  Holland Geneva, in pipes and cases.  London Porter, in bottles.  Lintseed Oil, in casks; and a few casks Lamp Oil.  Holland Duck, Russia do. 
Also to be LET by them. A convenient DWELLING HOUSE, No. 27, in Front-street, very suitable for a person in business, and at present unoccupied. March 5. tf.
JOHNSTON and OGDEN, Removed to No. 14, Great-Dock-street, next door to Robert C. Livingston's, Esq. Have for SALE very low, for Cash, or good Notes, at 30, 60, or 90 days. HANDSOME blue and white table CHINA, in cases of one set each. One case of elegant CHIMNEY GLASSES. A quantity of PORK, BEEF, and RYE MEAL in barrels, also. Hibernia PIG-IRON.
ALL persons whose Accounts, Bonds and Notes have been long due, are requested to make to them satisfactory payments by the 15th of March next, or the same will be put in suit without further notice. Jan. 26. tf.
C A S H, And the HIGHEST PRICES given, for all kinds of CONTINENTAL and STATE SECURITIES. PARTICULARLY Banker'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.
JAMES YOULE, Cutler and Gun-Smith, No. 179, Water-street, near the Fly-market. At the sign of the Cross-Knives and Gun, BEGS leave to inform his friends and the public in general, that he carries on his business as usual; makes all kinds of Gun Work, Swords, Pistols, Razors, Fleams, Scissors, and all kinds of Edge Tools; cleans, grinds and repairs the same. All kinds of Surgeon's Instruments, made, cleaned, ground and repaired; and all kind of Copper Work, made and repaired on reasonable terms. N. B. An APPRENTICE wanted to the above Business. March 27. 3m.
THE SUBSCRIBERS informs their friends and the public in general, that they have taken a concern in a DISTILLERY, and will supply them with NEW-YORK RUM, by applying at their Store, No. 11, Albany-Pier. Where they have a general assortment of GROCERIES, which they will dispose of on reasonable terms for Cash or Country produce. ALSO, a quantity of Superfine and Common Flour, Rye Flour, Pork, Beef, Butter, Hog's Lard, and Salt Petre Hams. REYNIER and JOHN SUYDAM. March 31. xm.
F O R S A L E, On reasonable terms, that elegant and commodious Dwelling House & Lot of Ground, On which the Subscriber lives, in Elizabeth-Town, in the State of New-Jersey; where is every convenience, in and about the House, suitable for a Gentleman with a large family, and the payments will be made very easy. For further particulars, enquire of JOHN PINTARD, No. 57, King-street, or the Subscriber, in Elizabeth-Town. ELIAS BOUDINOT. April 1. tf.
To be Sold very reasonable at Private Sale, EIGHT LOTS of GROUND, Near the late Mansion-House of JAMES DELANCY, in the Bowry-Lane.
NUMBER 9 and 10, fronting the Bowry-Lane, being 23 feet each in width, and above 160 feet in length; on one, is a Brick House, containing one room, a cellar and garret. No. 23 and 24, situated in the rear of the above lots, and fronting First-street, containing 25 feet each in width, and 100 feet in length. No. 33, 34, 63, 64, near the above, fronting First-street and Second-street, bounded on the South by Delancey-street, containing each, 25 feet in width, and 100 feet in length. Twenty Lots of ground, situated in different places, near Corlear's Hook point. Three Lots of ground, near the Powder House, at Fresh Water. Two Lots of land in Jersey-Field, County of Montgomery, No. 60 and 76, containing each about five hundred acres of land and will be sold very cheap. For further particulars of the above land and conditions, apply to PETER BYVANCE, No. 268, Queen-street, corner of Peck-Slip. March 24. tf.
This Day will be Landed, for Sale At Mr. JOSEPH HALLET's Wharf, from on board the Ship Elizabeth, Capt. Spence, just arrived from Antigua, Forty-seven puncheons, two tiers, and three barrels high proof Antigua Rum, five puncheons old Antigua Spirits, and one Hhd Sugar. For terms of sale, apply to THOMAS BUCHANAN, & Co. No. 46, Wall-street.
Who have also to dispose of, A few pipes old Vidonia Wine, a quantity of Nails, in small casks, from 3d. to 30d. Sheathing and Spikes, Sail Cloth, No. 7 and 8. Two Boxes containing an assortment of fashionable Muslins, and four Hhds. Tin Ware. April 1. 6t.
FOR SALE BY ROBERT JOHNSTON, No. 14, Water-street, in the house lately occupied by Colonel Samuel Ogden. A Large and general assortment of IRON CASTINGS, among which are the following, viz. Iron hollow ware of all sizes, Pot-ash Kettles, cast with bottom down, Clock and window weights, griddles large and small Tea-kettles large and small, bake-pans do. do. Cart, waggon, coach and chair boxes, 16, 18, 14 and 7 lb. weights with rings, Mortars and pestles, ladrons, Franklin stoves, large and small, Rittenhouse do. do. Ten and six-plate do. do. close stoves with pipes, Sharp's new invented stove grates, Canada stoves for large rooms, Patentable stoves for ships, with one and two boilers, grates and oven, Fire places with jambs compleat, Back plates of every dimension, Hibernia, Mount Hope, New Mine and Andover pig metal, Gudgeons and millirons, Refined and Bloomery bar iron, spike iron, sheeter Nail rods of all sizes, Iron hoops for hds. and bbls. horse shoes, 20d. 12d. 10d. and 8d. nails, 7 inch, 6 inch and 5 inch spikes, Crowley and blistered steel. The above articles will be sold for cash and country produce, at the lowest prices; and a large allowance made to those who buy to sell again. All orders for wrought or cast iron, will be duly attended to, and forwarded, agreeable to pattern, at the shortest notice. Oct. 29.
FOR SALE By JOHN DEWINT, No. 36, Maiden-Lane, A Fine parcel Molasses in hds. A New-York Rum in do. Coffee in Bags, Pimento in do. A few tons Lignum vitae, Loaf and Lump Sugar, by 100 lbs. or more, Bohea, Souchong and Sequin Tea in boxes, 2 Bbls. Gum Guaiacum, Rice in Tierces, And a few pipes Port Wine. March 20.
THE partnership of GEORGE APPLEBY and Co. Brewers, will be dissolved by mutual consent the 1st day of April next. The Business will be carried on in future by
APPLEBY and MATLACK, At the new BREWERY, No. 36, the east side of Chatham-street, nearly opposite the Tea-Water Pump. They return their sincere thanks to the Public for past favors, and hope to merit a continuance of them by their attention to the business. Their Friends and Customers will be supplied on the lowest terms with the best Ale, Table, Ship, and Spruce Beer. Orders left at the Coffee-House, or with White Matlack, No. 11, William-street, or at the Brewery, will be duly attended to; and beer delivered on board vessels, or any part of the city, on the shortest notice. GEORGE APPLEBY. WHITE MATLACK. New-York, March 18. tf.
GEORGE BARNEWALL & Co. No. 205, Water-street, have imported in the ship Montgomery from London, and the brigantine Susannah from Dublin; By the former, a complete assortment of 4-4, 7-8, and 11-8 Checks; and by the latter, 4-4, 7-8 and 3-4 Linens, 9-8 white and brown Sheeting, Dowlas, black Lashings, and Threads: which they will sell on reasonable terms for Cash, good Notes at a short date, or Pot Ashes. Feb. 24. tf.
The Brewery in Catherine-Street, FORMERLY occupied by Jacob Watson and George Appleby, under the Firm of George Appleby, and Co. The said Co-partnership being by mutual consent dissolved, will, after the first day of April next, be carried on by Jacob Watson and Gilbert Willet, under the Firm of WATSON and WILLET; who will be obliged to their Friends and Customers, of said former Firm, to favor them with their orders for Ale, Table, Ship and Spruce Beer, Orders left at the Coffee House, Murray and Sansom, No. 184, Queen-street, or at their Brewery, will be carefully attended to and delivered on board vessels, or any part of this city, on the shortest notice by JACOB WATSON, GILBERT WILLET. March 24. tf.
JOHN DONNAN, At his STORE, corner of the Old-Slip and Crugar's Dock, has for SALE, 80 Bbls. Albany Peas, 90 Kegs excellent Scotch Barley, 10 Hhds. London draught Porter, 10 Pipes good Wine Vinegar, A few pipes Teneriffe and Fayal Wines, A few pieces Scotch Oznaburghs, And a variety of Groceries, as usual, wholesale and retail. Feb. 11. tf.
Le ROY and BAYARD, No. 194, Water-street, HAVE imported the following articles, per brig Nymph, Capt. Palmer, from Amsterdam, which they will dispose of on moderate terms for cash, viz. Oznaburghs, in bales, Cardwigs, Flemish Sheeting, Nutmegs, Cambricks, Cloves, Lawn, Gun Powder, in quarter casks, Writing Paper, They have also still on hand, Fayal Wine, in pipes, Lintseed Oil, in casks. Feb. 19. tf.
LATELY IMPORTED, AND now for Sale, by GEORGE SHEA, Greenwich-street, opposite Paulus-Hook Ferry. IRISH MESS BEEF in Barrels, NEATS TONGUES in Firkins; and a few Boxes Coarse LINENS, 6-8, 7-8 and yd. wide ALSO, TO BE SOLD, Two LOTS of remarkable fine LAND, containing 200 acres, situate in the neighborhood of Johnstown, in the County of Montgomery, on which are a GRIST MILL, and POT and PEARL ASH Works, with every utensil for manufacturing those two last articles. Any person inclined to purchase, will be shown the Lands, by Mr. JOHN MCCARTHY, on the premises. New-York, March 28. tf.
FREDERICK COCKLE, No. 193, Queen-street, between Beckman and Burling-Slip's. HAS for sale, an assortment of Ironmongery, Cutlery and Pewter Goods, which he will sell very low for Cash, or for NEW-JERSEY EMISSION, upon such terms, as will be delivering the attention of those who are in want of such Goods.
He has also for Sale, Pewter in casks, Beer, Spirits of Turpentine, Souchong Tea, Seine Twine, Wool-Cards, Brushes, Common and White Chapel Needles. N. B. A Consignment of Rings, Seals, &c. &c. in gold. March 31. tf.
MANCHESTER GOODS. Imported in the Montgomery, Capt. Bunyan, and for Sale on very reasonable terms, By DANIEL TUCKER, & Co. No. 202, Water-street, for Cash or Country Produce only. 7-8, 4-4, and 4-4, 3-8, Cotton Checks, Striped Ticks, Dyed Pillows, Black and Olive Velveteens, low priced; Checked Handkerchiefs, Malabars; Copperplate Furniture Cottons, Black Silk Handkerchiefs, Cotton Thicksets, A neat assortment of Shawls, Men's and Women's Beaver Gloves, Romall Handkerchiefs, Fancy Printed Do. 1-2 Dozen cases of Hats, low priced, and well assorted. Dec. 1. tf.
H. and J. THOMPSON, No. 29, Front-street, near Burling-Slip, Have for Sale, on low terms for CASH, PRINTED Calicoes, a general assortment, Scarfs, silk and hair Twill, coarse Woolens, Irish Linens, low priced, Russia Sheeting, printed Handkerchiefs, Bengal Taffeties, Canvas, No. 1 to 7, seaming Twine, Sugar in barrels, Cocoa in do. Earthen Ware and Delft Ware, a small parcel of Beaver Fur, and Bengal Taffeties. Jan. 1, 1788. tf.
TO BE LET, [From the first day of May next,] THE HOUSE, No. 12, on the South side of Queen-street, near the Fly-Market. Enquire at No. 99, Maiden-Lane. Jan. 29. tf.
GEORGE POLLOCK, HAS FOR SALE, 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 received in payment. Sept. 23. tf.
FOR SALE BY DAVID GELSTON, No. 52, Water-street, BOHEA Tea, Coffee, Molasses, Pork, Beef, Tallow, Hog's Lard, Butter, Flour, Whale Oil, March 21, 1788. Flax, Shot, Powder, Writing Paper, A quantity well Tanned Sole Leather, Pork and Beef Hams, Neat's Tongues, Loaf Sugar, Stuffs, &c. &c. tf.
WILLIAM BACKHOUSE & Co. No. 15, Duke-street---have for Sale, RED PORT WINE, SHIPPED by the Royal Port Company, the quality of whose Wines experience has shown to be superior to any imported into America. ALSO, OLD MADEIRA, SHERRY, TENERIFFE, FAYAL, and LISBON WINES, in pipes, hogheads and quarter casks. And Liverpool CROCKERY WARE, by the Crate. Jan. 7. tf.
JAMES SAIDLER, Insurance Broker, No. 31, 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 last vessels from Europe, a neat assortment of GOODS, consisting of fine brown, mixt, blue, drab, and copper colored Broad Cloths, Coatings, Duffles, and Blankets, Flannels and Baizes, 3-4, 7-8, 4-4, and 11-8 wide cotton Checks, printed Cottons, Chintzes, Ribbons, Lawn, Lawn Handkerchiefs and Aprons, Satins and Modes, cotton and silk Handkerchiefs, Sewing Silks and Twill, fine and coarse Hats, Mooneens, Durants, Tamnies, Callimancoes and Camblets, Table Cloths and Diapers, Writing Papers, and an assortment of HARD WARE, &c. which he will sell on reasonable terms, for Cash, Country Produce, or public Securities---Also, six pair of elegant brass mounted Fire Dogs, and a few barrels pickled Mackerel and Cod-Fish, in excellent order. Apply as above. N. B. Purchasers of unappropriated and confiscated lands, can be supplied with certificates on the most reasonable terms.
JUST IMPORTED, By Shedden, Patrick, & Co. No. 206, Water-street; In the brig Commerce, Capt. Daniell, from Gibraltar; unlading at Gouverneur's wharf, a choice cargo of Mediterranean GOODS, to be disposed of on reasonable terms, viz. OLD Brandy, of very high proof and flavor, Barcelona Handkerchiefs, bkb. & white, 4 squares New Raisins of the Sun, in casks, Fine bloom Raisins, in jars. Also, lately imported in the brig Apollo, from Russia. Clean Petersburg Hemp, Russia Sheeting, Russia Sack Cloth, Cordage, Raven's Duck. They have also for Sale, Old Jamaica Spirits, Black Pepper, Bohemian Tea. London particular Madeira Wine, 20 Hhds. choice new James river Tobacco, Old Mountain Malaga, 20 Hhds. choice old do. do. Old Sirges Malvofia, 800 Bushels white Wheat. do. do. An Assortment of Iron-mongery, viz. Nails, Brads and Tracks; Carpenters and broad Axes, narrow and grubbing Axes; narrow Hoes and Hawk-Bills. Feb. 19. tf.
FOR SALE, The Hull of the new BRIG JOH N. BURTHEN about 130 tons, a strong vessel, well built of the best materials, and of an easy draught of water. Apply to NICHOLAS LOW, Esq. No. 216, Water-street, or SHEDDEN, PATRICK, and Co. No. 206, Water-street. Dec. 13. tf.
JOHN MURRAY, jun. INTENDING to decline the Hard-Ware business, I would dispose of my STOCK on hand, being a pretty general assortment, on eligible terms, worth the attention of any one who wish to pursue the Ironmongery line, and be at once fixed therein.
FOR SALE, or to be LET, THAT beautiful COUNTRY SEAT, called BELLEVUE, situated on the bank of the East River, about 3 miles from the city; and as its properties in point of health and other advantages are well known, it is unnecessary to detain the reader. For terms, enquire of JOHN MURRAY, jun. No. 38, in Queen-street. March 12. tf.
FLAX-SEED, Stored, cleaned purchased and sold, at HARTELL and WOODWARD'S FLAX-SEED STORE, lately occupied by Mr. Jacob Saly, last by Mr. Nash, between Van Andel's and Murray's Wharves. tf. Oct. 22.
TO BE SOLD, FOUR LOTS of GROUND, situate in Montgomery Ward in the lower part of George-street, being part of the Land, formerly the garden of Mr. Bempier, deceased; three of which Lots are 25 by 100 feet, and one Lot, 25, by 50 feet. Also four LOTS in Gold-street, being also part of the said garden. Two of which Lots are 25 by 75 feet, and two Lots, 25 by 50 feet, one of which is a Corner Lot; possession to be given the first day of May next. ALSO, TO BE SOLD or LEASED, for a term of years, three Lots of Ground, in the West Ward, bounded No. 1 by No. 2, on the West, and a distinguished, by Lots, No. 40, 41 and 42, which Lots are 25 feet each, front and rear, and from 82 to 84 feet in length. The payments will be made easy to the purchasers. Enquire of HUBERT VAN WAGENEN, No. 34, Beckman-Slip. Feb. 5, 1788. tf.
Wanted, a Gardener. A Single Man, who understands a good Kitchen garden in its different branches, with a good recommendation, will hear of a place by applying at No. 74, Water-street. April 3. tf.

SHELBURNE, March 6.
On Tuesday last came on here a Court of Oyer and Terminer, agreeable to a special commission, from His Excellency the Governor, appointing J. WILKINS, B. DAVIS, and S. SKINNER, Esquires, Judges. The culprits tried at this court were three: a man on an indictment for murder, who was acquitted; and one Ryan, and a woman of the name of Kelly, for robbery; who were both found guilty, and sentenced, the man to be branded, &c. and the woman to hard labour.
20. From letters received per the Edward, from New-York, we learn, they have had the severest winter there and in Pennsylvania, that they had ever experienced. The East-river, at New-York, had been froze over and crossed on the ice, where it had never been crossed before. Fire-wood was Twelve Dollars the cord, and every thing scarce. That what with the sufferings occasioned by the severity of the winter; the weight of taxes, which were already beyond all bearing, and were expected if their new government took place to be greatly increased; the expected confusion and discord from the various opinions respecting the adopting the new Constitution, the scarcity of cash, &c. &c. had determined numbers to quit the country, many of whom had declared they were determined to settle in Shelburne. The papers brought by the Edward, contain very little other than disputes on their new Constitution. The accounts from Europe are to the 30th of December, but totally uninteresting, either than that the French discontents increased very fast. The Count de Moustiers the new French Plenipo to America, had been received in Great Stile by Congress. The Convention for New-Hampshire had met, but not being able to agree about their new Constitution, had adjourned to June next. The New-York Assembly had resolved for a Convention by a majority of two, and in the Assembly for S. Carolina, it had been carried by a majority of one only.
It is worthy of remark, that though they have had so exceedingly severe weather in the States, our whole winter has been exceedingly moderate, our navigation open the whole season, and Spring has made its approach, as agreeable as we have ever known it.
NEW-YORK, April 7.
Last Saturday arrived at Sandy-Hook, a French Packet from Havre de Grace; her arrival in port is hourly expected. Extract of a letter from Newport, dated March 25.
"Yesterday we had a town meeting here, by order of the General Assembly, to take up the matter of the new Constitution in a new fangled way: they that were for it, were ordered to write their names on a list, and they against it, on another, and make a return to the Assembly next week; but the people here, chose not to proceed in this way, and so did not vote at all; but chose a committee to draw up instructions to their representatives, to endeavor a repeal of the Tender Act, Limitation Act, and to call a Convention in the proper mode."
On Friday last, arrived here, Capt. Palmer, from Lisbon, who brought the melancholy account of the death of Mr. William Calder, (son of Mrs. Daubeny) chief mate, who departed this life some days previous to their arrival, after a lingering illness, which he bore with the most exemplary fortitude: His body was committed to the deep amidst the silent yet expressive sorrow of his companions, who sincerely lamented his loss. Thus died a young gentleman in the morning of his days (in his 25th year) whose loss to his relatives and acquaintances is sincerely lamented, as he promised not only to be an ornament to his profession, but an honor to mankind.
On Friday arrived the Sloop Brothers, Walton, from Digby, N. S.
Captain Palmer, of the brig Harmony, on his passage from Lisbon, on the 26th of March, in long. 70, spoke the brig Boston and Liverpool Packet, Isaac Bridges, Captain, from Nantz, bound to Alexandria, Virginia, our 88 days.
A correspondent has favored us with the following Copy of a Petition presented to the General Court of Massachusetts, which is taken from the original in the hand-writing of the signer, who is a free Negro in the town of Boston:
To the Honorable the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Bay, in General Court assembled, on the 27th Feb. 1788.
The Petition of a great number of BLACKS, Freemen of this Commonwealth, Humbly Sheweth,
THAT your petitioners are justly alarmed at the inhuman and cruel treatment that three of our brethren, free citizens of the town of Boston lately received. The Capt.
under pretence that his vessel was in distress on an island below in this harbor, having got them on board, put them in irons, and carried them off from their wives and children, to be sold for slaves; this being the unhappy state of these poor men, what can your petitioners expect but to be treated in the same manner by the same sort of men? What then are our lives and liberties worth, if they may be taken away in such a cruel and unjust manner as this? May it please your Honor's, we are not insensible, that the good laws of this State, forbid all such bad actions; notwithstanding, we can assure your Honors, that many of our Free Blacks, that have entered on board of vessels, as seamen, have been sold for slaves; and some of them we have heard from, but know not who carried them away. Hence it is, that many of us, who are good seamen, are obliged to stay at home through fear, and the one half of our time loiter about the streets, for want of employ; whereas if they were protected in that lawful calling, they might get a handsome livelihood for themselves and theirs, which, in the situation they are now in, they cannot. One thing more we would beg leave to hint, that is, that your petitioners have, for some time past, beheld with grief, ships cleared out from this harbor for Africa, and there they either steal, or cause others to steal, our brothers and sisters, fill their ships holds full of unhappy men and women, crowded together, then set out to find the best market, to sell them there like sheep for the slaughter, and then return here like honest men, after having sported with the lives and liberty of their fellow men, and at the same time call themselves Christians. Blush, O Heavens! at this, these our weighty grievances! We cheerfully submit to your Honors, without dictating in the least, knowing by experience that your Honors have, and we trust ever will in your wisdom do us that justice that our present condition requires, as God and the good laws of this Commonwealth shall dictate you.
And as in duty bound, your petitioners shall ever pray.
PRINCE HALL.
Mr. CHILDS,
IT may not be improper, that those who do not actively exert themselves in the cause of the truly to be pitied blacks, who are held in slavery, should at least animate and confirm, by the most public testimony in their power, their approbation of the measures set on foot in their behalf, by a valuable part of our fellow citizens. If, therefore, the following lines be worth a place in your paper, you will please insert them when convenient. They are extracted from a work entitled "the Sugar Cane," written by James Grainger, M. D. throughout the whole of which he expresses himself with the greatest philanthropy.
I am Sir, Your most obedient Servant. R. P.
"YET planter let humanity prevail, Perhaps thy negro, in his native land Possess large fertile plains, and slaves, and herds, Perhaps whence'er he deign'd to walk abroad The richest silks, from where the Indus rolls, His limbs invested in their gorgeous plait: Perhaps he wails his wife, his children, left To struggle with adversity: perhaps Fortune in battle for his country fought, Gave him a captive to his deadliest foe: Perhaps incautious in his native fields (On pleasurable scenes his mind intent) All as he wandered; from the neighboring grove
Fell ambush dragg'd him to the hated main. Were they even sold for crimes; ye polish'd say!
Ye, to whom learning opes her amplest page! Ye, whom the knowledge of a living God Should lead to virtue! are you free from crimes?
Ah pity, then, these uninstructed swains, And still let mercy soften the decrees Of rigid justice, with her lenient hand. Oh did the tender muse possess the power Which Monarchs have and Monarchs oft abuse
T'would be the fond ambition of her soul, To quell tyrannic sway; knock off the chains
Of heart debasing slavery, give to man, Of every color and of every clime, Freedom which stamps him image of his God.
Mr. CHILDS,
I BELIEVE it will only be making a common observation, if I express my surprize at the great attention which our seminaries still continue to pay to the Greek language. In private conversation with men of literature, we are constantly told, that the trouble and loss of time, in acquiring it, are infinitely greater than the effects which flow from the acquisition. Those are not the words of mere opinion or conjecture; they are the sentiments of
experience, that unerring teacher. This is almost universally allowed to be the case; and yet we have daily instances of a thorough knowledge of this heavy branch of literature being exacted from students, with all the rigor of dogmatic pedantry. It must be allowed, that there are some exceptions, where an acquaintance with this language is necessary; but they are few, in comparison, to those cases where it is useless and unprofitable. Memory is admitted to be the chief agent in obtaining it; and but little judgment is requisite for that purpose. Hence we frequently find, that they who build upon being masters thereof, have few other qualifications to boast; and whilst they are spouting away with all the uncouthness of ancient pronunciation, and the ridiculousness of pompous verbosity, they are derided by men of genuine sense and good understandings. Whereas, on the other hand, we see many who have perhaps paid no attention at all to that language, or at least as little as their tutors would by any means allow them, deservedly holding the most eminent stations, advancing rapidly in science, and enjoying all the reputation and advantages to which they were entitled, by the most brilliant parts, and the most extraordinary literary merit. In modern times, such men as these have adorned every age and every country.
For the gentlemen of the Pulpit, the study of Greek is extremely necessary, and unless they are well skilled in this respect, it is rarely that they appear to advantage in their important occupation. For those who make Phyic their object, it is of less utility, and is perhaps of very little consequence. With respect to the Law, if those may be allowed to judge, who follow the practice, it is of no service at all; and the making use of it in a lawyer's office would probably only serve to astonish a peasant, or disgust a client.
Being present at a late quarterly examination of Columbia College, it was with pain I beheld a number of the young gentlemen, who, in the course of the examination, I found to be well versed in the more momentous parts of education, under the necessity of appearing to some disadvantage in the Greek language: I say disadvantage, because spectators do not always consider the unimportance of the branch, in which a student is deficient; but from his being so in any particular, they often immediately form the too hasty conclusion, that he is a bad scholar. What a mortifying circumstance must this be, to one who is possessed of the least sensibility or delicacy of sentiment! The having this inference drawn from his conduct, notwithstanding the consciousness of his superiority in his other studies, heightens the mortification, and renders it almost insupportable. Nay, with those stiff and inflexible advocates for Greek, the evil does not even rest here; those (often) strangers to the more generous feelings of the mind, make a merit of propagating such reports, as we may easily imagine to proceed from their previous uncharitable conclusions.
I am authentically informed that some gentlemen have, for some time past, made a practice of attending certain parts of the examination of the Students of the University of this city; and if it should happen, that during their presence, the pupils were interrogated on that part of their business in which they were least prepared, without doing them the justice to hear the whole course of the proceedings, they immediately departed, and were very industrious in informing the public of the indifferent light in which the youths appeared. Shocking inhumanity! Youth is a tender plant; to make it vegetate well, requires the care, attention, and encouragement of the indulgent gardener. I would therefore advise those traducers of genius, if any there be, to behave with more moderation and decency towards the young men of the college, and not to hurt their characters by insinuations and expressions, which ought to be despised by every judicious man.
We must all consider it as a happy circumstance, that one of the first men in America has condescended to take upon himself the charge of our infant university; and I think we may hope, that under his direction, less attention will be paid to the language of the Greeks, whilst other things of much more consequence, and which may be studied in our own native tongue, are made the objects of more particular enquiry. For my part, I confess, altho' I am perhaps an insufficient judge, I cannot conceive any impropriety in leaving it entirely in the option of every senior class, either to study the Greek or not. It is only paying them that deference which is justly due to the understandings of those who are thus far advanced on the scale of education: when arrived to such a height they may be considered as able to think for themselves, and pretty capable of knowing what will tend most and what least to attain the future end they have in view: they are then generally determined as to the prosecution of their subsequent studies, and are possessed of a sufficient share of reason not to reject that, which is hereafter to be to their advantage.
If this method were pursued, the feelings of Students would not be hurt by being in consequence of an arbitrary mandate, made upon motion of perhaps some arbitrary blockhead, arraigned before some tribunal too severe in Greek, and stand the object of inglorious derision. FILETUS.
To the Printer of the Daily Advertiser.
SIR,
The following, from an European Magazine, is at your service.
IT is argued by most men, that a fine woman is the loveliest object in the creation; no wonder then, that every female endeavors to appear in this character; and that her chief study is, to supply the defects of nature, by art, dress and ornaments. But as the ladies have run into some very egregious mistakes, in order to obtain this appellation, I shall, after having studied the sex, and been a constant votary to them for thirty years, point out a few of their capital errors.
1st. No female can be a fine woman, who uses either carmine or pearl powder. 2d. No female can be a fine woman, who uses perfume of any kind, as it indicates that it is meant to predominate over some personal disagreeable odour. 3d. No female can be a fine woman, whose head is as large as a bushel, or whose cap is discomposed with the top of a coach. 4th. No female can be a fine woman, who wears artificial teeth, artificial hair or artificial shapes. 5th. No female can be a fine woman, who plays the coquette or the prude. 6th. No female can be a fine woman, who, through affected delicacy, pretends to despise that brutal part of the creation, Man. 7th. No female can be a fine woman, who rattles at church, or disturbs an audience at a play. 8th. No female can be a fine woman, who laughs without a joke, to shew her teeth. 9th, and lastly. No woman can be a fine woman, unless she is born so; and all superfluous ornament is additional deformity, where nature has refused her charms.
CENSOR.
For the BENEFIT of
Mrs. H E N R Y.
THIS EVENING, at the Theatre, will be presented a Comedy, called, MORE WAYS THAN ONE. To which will be added, a serious Pastoral, in two acts (never performed) adapted to the stage by a Citizen of the United States, called THE CONVENTION, OR THE COLUMBIAN FATHER; with new Scenery incidental to the piece. In Act 1st, A Procession of the Thirteen States from the Temple of Liberty.
Murray, Mumford, and Bowen, Have for Sale,
At No. 20, Peck-Slip, A few blds. Richmond Tobacco, A quantity good Soap Leather, Bohea Tea, Best Peterburg clean Hemp, Molasses, Beef, Hog's Lard, 150 quintals dry Codfish, Rushia and Raven's duck, Holland Powder, 5 ft quality, A quantity Spermaceti Candles, Whalebone, Ginseng, A quantity white Wheat 6 lbs. Menhaden, A large Anchor, 30 cwt. Pepper in bales, Strained sperm Oil, Liver do. in barrels. April 5. tf
Wants a place, as CLERK,
A Middle-aged Man, who understands accounts, and is handy either in a dry or wet store, or warehouse: he has the best recommendations. Enquire of the Printer. March 31.
CINCINNATI.
THE Members of this State Society are requested to attend a General Meeting at the Coffee-House, on MONDAY the 21st day of April next, at 6 o'clock, P. M. precisely.
By order of the President March 22. ROBERT PEMBERTON, Sec'y.
LISBON SALT.
A Cargo, just arrived in the brig Harmony, Capt. Robert Palmer, of the first quality, to be sold by BROTHERS, COSTER and Co. No 8, Duke-street.
Said BRIG will sail in a few days for Amsterdam. For passage only, apply as above, to the Capt. on board. April 5. tf
To be Sold or Let,
THE HOUSE, corner of Courtlandt and Green-wich-streets, at present occupied by Mr. John Van Anwerp; an eligible stand for business. Enquire at No. 31, John-street. April 5. tf
TO BE SOLD on reasonable terms, or LET from the 1st day of May next,
The Mansion-House, Garden and FARM, at RANELAGH, in the Out Ward of this city, belonging to the estate of Anthony A. Rutgers, deceased. The house is well built, neatly finished, and convenient for a large family; its airy, pleasant, and healthy situation is too well known, to need a particular description. For terms, enquire of Leonard Lippenard, at his seat, adjoining the Premises, or of Lewis Ogden, No. 41. Great Dock-street.
LEONARD LIPPENARD, ) Executors. LEWIS OGDEN. New-York, April 5. ed rw. taw 1st May.

SALES at AUCTION, By JOHN RAMSAY, No. 221, Queen-street, On WEDNESDAY the 9th inst. X o'clock, A general assortment of HARDWARE and IRONMONGERY, spades and shovels, hammers smoothing irons, &c. &c. Also, a great variety of very elegant triquetras, and ladies and gentlemen's valuable steel watch chains. Cases of shaving and dressing apparatus compleat, leather and paper snuff boxes, tea caddies, &c.
TO BE LET, From the first day of May, THREE genteel ROOMS in Broadway, very suitable for a single Gentleman, who may have with them the exclusive use of a Cellar and Garret. Enquire of the Printer. tf April 4.
RIGMEROLE, A Colt of OLD WILDAIR's, for SALE. His pedigree and qualities are so well known as to render a description unnecessary in an advertisement; but as he has a spavin, and is growing old, he has consequently declined in service as a saddle horse. Any person desirous to purchase him for covering, may see him at Mr. Huck's stable in Smith-street, near Wall-street, where he will stand for some few days. Mr. Huck is limited in price, which is mentioned to save trouble. Rigmerole is in good order as a riding horse, and found except as above mentioned, and is known to have been equal to any riding horse in America. Wildair was re-shipped to England in the year 1775 or 6, and now covers a limited number of mares there, at thirty guineas each the season. April 4. tf.
Prime TOBACCO. NINE hds. prime Tobacco, just landed out of the Schooner Columbia , to be Sold cheap for cash or a short credit, by GIBBON BOURKE , No. 163, Water-street. March 26. tf.
Just Published, (Price a Quarter Dollar.) AND SOLD BY Messrs. Berry & Rogers, & S. & R. Campbell, The Columbian Magazine, For MARCH, 1788.
To be Sold at Public Vendue, On THURSDAY , the 10th of April next, At one o'clock, at the Coffee-House, BETWEEN Ten and Eleven Hundred Acres of unimproved LAND, in a number of Tracts, in the County of Sussex, and State of New-Jersey; being Lands laid out for the late Earl of Perth, and located with great care and attention. The conditions will be made known on the day of sale. New-York, March 25. 15t
SADLER and BAILIE, No. 215, Water-street, HAVE received by several vessels from Ireland, for SALE, a large assortment of White linens, 3-4, 7-8, Corduroys, velveteens, and 4-4 wide, jeans and jeanets, Brown linens, Black lasting, Printed linens, Ribbons, Some neat chintz patterns, Shoes and boots, Dowlas and bed ticks, Checks, 7-8, 4-4, & 12-8 wide, Diapers of all widths, A few muslin gown patterns, Sheerings, 9-8, 10-8, wide, some very fine, Indigo, Guy and white ticks, Men & women's gloves. They have also on hand, RED PORT WINE, in pipes and quarter casks, of a most excellent quality; TENERIFFE WINE in pipes and bds. and a few hds. of OLD VIDONIA WINE . N. B. POT ASHES wanted. Jan. 29. tf.
TOBACCO and GINSENG. They have---Just Arrived, SIXTY Hogsheads of Prime JAMES'S RIVER TOBACCO , and a few Casks of GINSENG . Feb. 2. tf.
This Day is Published, And to be sold by Samuel Loudon, No. 5, Water-street, and Robert Hodge, No. 237, the corner of King and Queen-streets, A New, and complete System of ARITHMETIC, Composed for the use of the Citizens of the United States, By NICHOLAS PIKE, A. M.
** This Book is strongly recommended by the first literary characters in America, who have had the perusal of it. The Author in treating on numbers, has done it with so much perspicuity, and singular address, that the study thereof will become more a pleasure than a task. The arrangement of the work and the method by which he leads the Tryo into the first principles of numbers, are novelties not to be met with in any other book. Wingate, Hutton, Hill, Ward and many other authors, when brought into a comparative view with this Treatise, are inadequate and defective. This volume contains besides what is useful and necessary in the common affairs of life, a great fund for amusement and entertainment. The Mechanic will find in it much more than he may have occasion for; the Lawyer, Merchant and Mathematician will find an ample field for the exercise of their genius, and it may be read to great advantage by students of every class, from the lowest school to the university. 2w. eod. 962
By order of the Hon. John Sloss Hobart, Esquire, one of the Judges of the Supreme Court of Judicature of the State of New-York: NOTICE is hereby given to Joseph Grewold, jun. late of the city of New-York, distiller, an absent debtor, and to all others whom it may concern, that on application to the said Judge, made by a certain creditor of the said Joseph Grewold, jun. an absent debtor as aforesaid, he the said Judge, by virtue and in pursuance of the act of the people of the State of New-York entitled "An act for relief against absconding and absent debtors," passed the 4th April, 1786, hath directed all the estate, real and personal, of the said Joseph Grewold, jun. an absent debtor, within this State, to be seized; and that unless the said Joseph Grewold, jun. an absent debtor as aforesaid, shall return and discharge his debts within one year after the date hereof, all his estate, real and personal, will be sold for the payment and satisfaction of his debts. Dated this 28th day of March, in the year of our Lord one thousand seven hundred and eighty-eight. tf 29 h March.
SALES at AUCTION, By Frederick Jay, THIS DAY , at XI o'clock, At No. 244, Queen-street, A large collection of HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE , with a variety of very elegant PRINTS, LOOKING-GLASSES , &c.
TO-MORROW, XI o'clock, At the Store No. 5, Slate-lane, under the inspection of the wardens of the port, A large parcel of damaged HIDES .
And between XII and I o'clock, on the Premises,
A valuable Lot of Ground with the buildings thereon, in Greenwich-street, being in front 22 feet 10 inches, in the rear 21 feet 8 inches, and in length on the North 49 feet 3 inches, and on the South side, 57 feet 6 inches.
On THURSDAY , the 10th April, At XI o'clock, on the Premises, Those two valuable Houses and Lots of Ground, No. 42 and 43, in William-street, calculated not only for the wholesale or retail business, but also, for the accommodating of a family.
At PRIVATE SALE, A very valuable assortment of SPRING GOODS , consisting of Irish and Holland Linen, Moreens, Callimancoes, Durants, Copperplate Furniture, Cottons, Chintzes and printed Linens, Cotton and Thread Hose, Cambrics, Lawns, Gauzes, Muslins, Checks. Gauze, Mullin, Lawn, Cambric, Check and Sozee Handkerchiefs. Shawls, Drawboys, Sattins, Lute-strings, Modes, Persians, and Taffeties, &c. &c. ALSO, Souchong and bohea Tea, in quarter and half Boxes, Capers in boxes, Almonds in small bales, Olives in boxes and kegs, Raisins in Jars, a parcel of Cotton in bales, a few bags excellent Coffee, a quantity of Loaf Sugar. 2 boxes of white and black Lace, a few quarter casks old Madeira Wine, a very excellent double ton'd Harpsichord, first cost one hundred guineas. A NEGRO MAN warranted sober and honest, about 18 years of age, and sold only for want of employ.
For AMSTERDAM, The SHIP HOPE, Capt. Doetzen, A PRIME fast sailing vessel, under Dutch colours, with a Mediterranean Pass, will be ready to take in the 15th inst. and sail by the 10th of next month, or sooner if possible, having two thirds of her cargo engaged; for freight or passage, apply to the Captain on board, at Van Zandt's Wharf, or LUDLOW & GOOLD ,
Who have for Sale, CABLES, from 6, to 10 inches, cordage, different sizes, geneva in pipes and cases, Spanish hides, claret in boxes, 4 dozen each, Bourbon and West-India coffee, lignum vitae and fustick. April 7. tf.
VERDIGREASE. A few Sacks of the best quality, may be had of EFFINGHAM LAWRENCE , No. 227, Queen-street, facing the Fly-market. Also a large and general assortment of Genuine DRUGS & MEDICINES, Patent Medicines, Perfumery, Surgical Instruments, &c. An invoice of a complete assortment of Drugs & Medicines, Shop Furniture, &c. with every necessary for a person disposed to enter into the Drug-gilt business, will be sold very reasonable. A large quantity of Ointment, Syrup and Pill-Pots very cheap; Orange Peas for Illus; MEDICINE CHESTS , with directions. Oct. 12. tf.
AT PRIVATE SALE. A quantity of choice and well assorted indigo, Cassia in cases, Madeira, Cherry, and Faya Wines, Russia and Raven's Duck, Russia Sheeting, Broad Cloths, 3-4, 7-8, and 4-4 Irish Linens. An assortment of Superfine Cambricks, Hair Ribbons, Writing Paper, &c. &c. ISAAC MOSES.
PROPOSALS FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION, THE HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. By DAVID RAMSAY, M. D. CONDITIONS. I. THE work shall be printed with all convenient speed, on a good paper and type. It will be comprised in either one large quarto volume, or a proportionable number of octavo's, which shall be neatly bound and lettered. II. The price to subscribers shall be six Spanish milled dollars, or the value thereof in any kind of Paper Currency, to be paid as soon as the books are ready for delivery. III. Subscribers for ten copies shall have an eleventh gratis. IV. Booksellers and others who buy to sell again, may rest assured that no copies shall be offered for sale in the United States to non-subscribers, with the consent of the author, under EIGHT DOLLARS . * * Subscriptions are taken in by Thomas Allen, Bookseller and Stationer, No. 16, Queen-street, corner of the Fly-Market, and by all others entrusted with proposals. March 31. m w f. tf.
To be Sold at Public Auction, On WEDNESDAY , At the Auction-Room, No. 208, Water-street, A very valuable assortment of DRY GOODS. Including 100 pieces Irish Linens, and a great variety of other seasonable articles.
The same day at the Coffee-House, between XII and I o'clock,
THAT valuable LOT of GROUND, with the Buildings thereon, No. 16 and 17, situated in Hanover-square, containing in front 41 feet six inches, on the East side 123 feet 6 inches, and on the West side 148 feet 4 inches, be the same more or less. A plan of the lot, and condition of sale, may be seen with
The following HOUSES and LOTS of GROUND , in this city, part of the real estate of the late GERARDUS DE PEYS-TER , Esq. deceased, viz. THAT elegant and well finished three story brick dwelling-house, No. 173, Queen-street, occupied the last year by the Hon. Monsieur De la Forrest, Consul of France, together with a brick building, coach-house, and stables in the rear. The lot is 25 feet in front on Queen-street, and extends through to Cliff-street, being about 200 feet in length. There is a pump and cistern in the yard; and the premises are replete with conveniencies in every respect.
THREE Lots in Catherine-street, 27 feet wide, and 100 feet in length, on each of which is a double house.
ONE convenient house and lot in Lambert-street.
THREE vacant lots in do.
ONE valuable lot in Cherry-street, directly opposite the New Market.
ONE lot, with a smith's shop, facing Catherine- Slip.
ONE water lot on the East side of said Slip.
ONE lot in George-street, near Beckman's wharf.
A plan of the Lots will be exhibited, and other particulars made known at the time of sale, which will commence precisely at
XI o'clock, on THURSDAY , the 10th inst. At No. 173, Queen-street. A. L. BLECKER.
SALES at AUCTION, THIS DAY, X o'clock, No. 37, Hanover-Square, A large and general assortment of Household and Kitchen Furniture. JAMES BARCLAY.
ST. U B E S S A L T. A CARGO, just arrived in the ship HOPE , at Van Zandt's Wharf, of the first quality, to be sold by
LUDLOW & GOOLD, April 4. tf. No. 48, Wall-street.
At PUBLIC AUCTION, On FRIDAY the 18th day of April next, At XII o'clock, at the Merchants Coffee-House in the City of New-York,
The MILLS and FARM, At Paramus, in Bergen County, State of New-Jersey, now in the occupation of Jacob Bamber, and late the residence of Col. James Marc Prevost. The farm contains about two hundred and ninety acres of land, mostly of superior quality, of which about one hundred acres are wood. There are two orchards of well chosen apples, and an abundance of choice, and rare fruit, of other kinds, a spacious and very convenient dwelling-house, large barn and mill-house. The mills are well situated on a lively and never failing stream, which runs about three quarters of a mile through the farm, affording several mill seats, not to be equalled in that part of the country. The land is otherwise beautifully watered by a variety of springs, and is capable of the most elegant and fanciful, as well as profitable improvements, at a very small expence. The situation is also particularly advantageous for trade, being at the intersection of two great roads. The most unquestionable title will be given. Enquire of the Printer.
The Creditors of Charles Williams, deceased, and all others interested in his estate, are requested to take notice, that the surplus of the money which may arise from this sale, after paying the purchase money due from the said Charles Williams, will be applied to the satisfaction of his other debts. April 2. tf.
At PRIVATE SALE, At my Commission Store. No. 14, Hanover-Square.
A Quantity of Windsor chairs, from 5 to 10s. per piece; two handsome desks and book-cases, five sets of mahogany chairs, three mahogany side-tables, one pair mahogany card-tables, 2 wash stands, 1 pair of knife-cases with knives, 6 pair green Persian blinds with mahogany frames, 7 large and very elegant pictures, painted by West, cost from 41. to 181. a piece; a set of blue and white china, 1 pair yellow fringed, damask window curtains, 1 pair oval looking-glasses, 1 pair globes, 54 inches; a quadrant, 2 eight-day clocks. Likewise, a general assortment of kitchen furniture, double loaf and lump sugar, 10lb. nutmegs; a quantity of ready made shirts, and beads, fit for the India trade; an excellent stallion, a horse and chair, &c. A House, No. 6, situated in the Fly-Market, being in front and rear 26 feet 10 inches, and in depth 86 feet, being a capital stand for business. JAMES BARCLAY.
PUBLIC AUCTION, By Hugh Smith, THIS DAY. At No. 22, Wall-street, X o'clock, precisely, A very valuable assortment of SPRING GOODS, The property of a person unfortunate in business, worthy the attention of importing Merchants, and dealers in the Dry Good line, Consisting of Calicoes and Chintzes, Muslins and Mullin Handkerchiefs, plain and figured Lawns, Cambricks and Gauzes, printed Cotton and Linen Handkerchiefs, Silk Handkerchiefs and Shawls, men and women's thread and cotton Hose, Irish Linens and Diapers, Bed-ticks, Checks, and Check Handkerchiefs, Sattins and Lute-strings, Modes and Persians, Ribbons and Laces, Gauze Handkerchiefs, men's Beaver Hats, women's Leghorn and Chip Hats, men's and women's Leather Gloves, Silk Mits and Gloves, Broad Cloths and Cassimers, Shallons and Callimancoes, Moreens and Durants, Tamies, Lastings and Sattinets, Fustians, Jeans, Denims and Royal Ribbs, Corduroys, Thicksets and Marbeilles Quilting, Ladies Morocco Shoes, Black Callimanco do. White Satin Quilts, Black Callimanco do. Worsted Florentines, an assortment of fashionable Buttons, with a great variety of articles in the Hardware Line.
On WEDNESDAY , XII o'clock, at the Coffee-House Bridge, 20 casks London Porter, 3 do. Rum, 6 years old, 6 pipes Claret, and a few hampers Shrub,
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, Which he will dispose of on reasonable terms for cash. Sept. 15. tf.
BOOKS for immediate Sale. A Number of them, the production of several scarce and valuable authors, on the Arts and Sciences, Algebra, Astronomy, Navigation, &c. Likewise, a small but beautiful FARM , near Poughkeepsie, adjoining the main road leading from thence to the eastward, in an excellent stand for public business, or well adapted for a gentleman's seat, on which are valuable improvements: for which, Public Securities or Country Produce will be taken in payment at their current value, or a House and Lot of Ground in this City will be accepted of. For particulars enquire of the Printer. N.York, March 14.
H Y S O N T E A, Of the first quality, imported in the Sloop Experiment , from Canton, to be sold by JOHN REMSEN , No. 60, King-street. March 7. tf.
R O O M S, GENTEELY furnished, to be had at No. 84, Broadway; also Boarding, if required. 3w March 24.
A good DANCING MASTER Will meet with extraordinary encouragement in one of the Sea-Port Towns of this Continent, if properly recommended. Apply to the Printer. March 15. tf.
WILLIAM USTICK, jun. No. 33, Queen-street; HAS just received by the SALLY and other late vessels from Bristol, a general assortment of IRONMONGERY and CUTLERY; Amongst which are---Nails, Glass, Paints, Sheet Iron, Sheet Lead, blistered and Crawley Steel, Anvils, Vices and Beck Irons, brass Kettles, iron Pots and Kettles, Frying Pans, Spades and Shovels, Shovel and Tongs, Bellows, Warming Pans, irons and iron Candlesticks, hard and soft Waffle Irons, men and boys Scates, long handle hair Brooms, Brushes of all kinds, Knives and Forks, Pen and Jack-knives, Shears and Scissors, wire and Spring Moule and Ras Traps, Jacks, Cloves, Brads, and Screws of all sizes, Locks and Hinges of every kind, Carpenters, Coopers and Joiners Tools, &c. &c. He has also for sale Pickled Mackerel, Salmon and Herrings, which he will dispose of on reasonable terms for Cash; also Nails of all sizes, manufactured in this city, and equal to any imported. New-York, Nov. 15, 1789.
SHALER and SEBOR No. 27 Queen-street, have for sale, A QUANTITY of plated ware, consisting of candlesticks, branches, tea caddies, snuff-pans, egg cups, goblets, coffee pots and milkmeers, black table cakes, with knives, forks, and spoons compleat, fruit stands, paper bottle stands, japanned bread-trays, caddies and snuff-pans, plate warmers, brass chasing dishes, corkcrews, reel snuffers, ladles, brass rings, cloak pins, sleeve buttons, brass cable hinges, guns and gun locks, China tea cups, chimney tiles, sets of house brushes, neat mahogany razor cases, silver watches, elegant steel and gilt watch chains, trinkets, shirt pins, buckles, rings, paste, shoe, knee, and flock buckles and sleeve buttons, fine Irish sheeting, fine dyed jeans, Marbeilles quilting, silk shaggs, black crape, white and black gauzes, mouselins, muffs, feutruckers, habbahies, fisterfoys, batiste, &c. roundels, coded dimity, and a box of assorted bouling cloths, with a variety of other articles which will be disposed of for cash or shipping produce, at a price much below the sterling cost. At same place may be had, Madeira, Teneriffe, and Malaga wine, by the pipe or quarter cask, Champagne of an excellent quality, by the case or dozen, Tripoduffs blankets, a variety of hard ware, a large assortment of Irish linens, 3-4, 7-8 and 4-4, received by the Montgomery , are now opening, and will be sold together with the above goods on the lowest terms. New-York, November 27, 1788.

For Charleston (South-Carolina).
The Sloop PHILADELPHIA & NEW-YORK PACKET. Enoch Bayley, Master, WILL sail the 13th inst. part of her freight already engaged, has good accommodations for passengers. For freight or passage, apply to the master on board, at the Old-Slip, or to GEORGE DOUGLASS, No. 14, Fly-Market. April 4. 10.
For CHARTER
To any Port in Europe, or up the Straits. The capital ship H O P E, Captain DOETSEN, BUILT at Philadelphia by the famous Peck, burthen 250 tons, now under Dutch colors, with a Mediterranean pass, and ready to take in the 12th inst. For particulars apply to LUDLOW and GOLD, No. 48, Wall-street. April 4. 10.
For Charter to any port in Europe.
The British ship H A R R I E T, Alexander M'Dougal, Commander, Burthen about 250 tons, with a Mediterranean pass. For terms apply to the Captain on board, at Murray's wharf, or to CHARLES SMITH. March 28. tf
For Charleston, South-Carolina.
The Sloop New-York & Philadelphia Packet, Jacob Bird, Master, A Double decked vessel, well found, and a fast sailer, has good accommodations for passengers, in proportion to her size, and will sail the 3d of April. For freight or passage apply to the master on board at the Old-Slip, or GEORGE DOUGLASS, No. 14, Fly-Market.
Who has for Sale,
BURLINGTON salt petre hams, Philadelphia superfine and common flour in bbls. and half bbls. tale flour and middlings, rye flour, ship bread, new rice, 3000lb. good cotton, 1000lb. hops, Castile soap, green coffee in bags, Quebec patent essence of spruce, molasses, coarse salt, manhadan. 964. tf.
SALES AT AUCTION,
On the first of May next, At the Coffee-House, 150 LOTS of GROUND, On the West side of Great George-street: the situation of which is eligible, and the title indisputable. Further particulars will be inserted in a few days. April 1. 2m.
ALL Persons indebted to the estate of SMITH RICHARDS, an insolvent debtor, are requested to make immediate payment to the subscribers, assignees, appointed according to law. All accounts or obligations not discharged by the first day of May, will be put in suit without distinction. MELANCTON SMITH.  JAMES SHUTER. March 11. tf
TO BE LET,
THE HOUSE, No. 15, Queen-street, now in possession of Messrs. Dubey & Co. Likewise the HOUSE, No. 16, Ferry-street. Enquire at No. 45 Maiden-lane, or at No. 26, Queen-street. Feb. 22. tf
Went adrift
IN the night of the 25th of February, a BOAT about 20 feet long, and 6 feet wide, has been raised on a raft, painted red inside, and without stern sheets. Whoever can give any information of her shall be handsomely rewarded by applying to Wm. Smith, Block-maker, near Fly-Market. March 18. tf
TO BE LET,
(From the first of May next,) A VERY convenient DWELLING-HOUSE, in Paterson-street, adjoining the red House, where Mr. Sheaff formerly lived. Enquire of JOHN MYER, at said House. Feb. 8. tf
TO BE SOLD,
SEVENTEEN years' lease of that pleasant Country Seat called BELMONT, containing 20 acres of Land, about three and a half miles from this city, with all the improvements thereon; at present in good condition. It's situation in point of extensive and varied Prospect being so well known, need not be described. For terms apply to JOHN MURRAY, jun. No. 38, Queen-street, or to the Person now on the premises. Feb. 23.
WHEREAS the Co-Partnership of the House of JOHN READE and JACOB BOGARDUS, of this city, under the firm of Reade and Bogardus, was, on the 5th day of November last, dissolved by mutual consent; All Persons having any demands against said House, are requested to furnish their accounts immediately, and those who are indebted to them will be pleased to make payment to JAMES MILL, jun. at Great-Dock-street, No. 46, on or before the 1st day of April next, or their accounts will, without distinction, be put into the hands of an Attorney. New-York, Feb. 1. 28. tf
GARRET RAPALJE,
No. 2, Fly-Market, Sells Goods of all kinds on Commission, and has at present for Sale, a quantity of BEAVER, RACCOON, FOX, WILD CAT, and DEER SKINS, as well as sundry DRY GOODS. Where the highest prices are given for all kinds of PUBLIC SECURITIES. And where 200l. specie is to let on interest; provided satisfactory security shall be given for the same in New-York.
TO BE SOLD,
A Number of improved FARMS, in the counties of Dutchess, Ulster and Orange; likewise a quantity of unimproved Land in either of the said counties. Apply to J. JOHNSTON, No. 18, Wall-street.
Also to be Sold, a LOT in Broadway, next to Mr. Seaman's, 54 feet in front, extending in the rear to New-street. Enquire as above. Dec. 25. tf
TO BE SOLD,
A LOT of GROUND in Cortlandt-street, situated on the north side, it being in front and rear 25 feet, and in length 125 feet; it is a very desirable stand for any sort of business. An indisputable title will be given. Enquire at No. 51, Beekman-street. March 18. 1m.
TO BE LET, from the first of May next, A HOUSE, No. 32, Crown-street, in a central part of the City, on reasonable terms. For further particulars, apply to CHARLES STEWART, No. 27, Murray-street, near the College. March 28. tf
THOMAS BURLING, Cabinet and chair-maker, next the Chapel, In Beekman-street, New-York,
GRATEFULLY acknowledges the many favors of his friends and the public, and takes this method to inform them, that he has now on hand ready for the spring, an assortment of most elegant Mahogany furniture, such as he has no doubt will do himself credit, and give his customers satisfaction.
He served his time with the noted Samuel Prince, and has now employed a number of his best hands, and means to use his endeavors to retrieve the credit of the business in this city, that has been greatly hurt by the sale of so much flight work at these vendues. N. B. Bed chairs for the sick to let. 3d mo. 12th, 1788. tf
PUBLIC SALE of LANDS, in the State of NEW-YORK.
At the Old Coffee-House, in the City of Philadelphia, On THURSDAY, The 17th day of April, at Seven o'clock in the Evening, will be sold to the Highest Bidders,
The following PROPERTY, belonging to the Estate of SAMUEL WHARTON, a Bankrupt.
A PATENT, under the Great Seal of the then Province of New-York, bearing date, the 30th day of February, 1770, was granted unto Charles Read, Thomas Wharton, and others; for a Tract of LAND, containing 69,000 acres, situate in (the then County of Albany) since Tryon, now Montgomery County, bounded Southward, partly by Lands patented to Colonel Staats Morris, to Sir William Johnson and associates, to Arrent Brandt, and others, and by the River Susquehanna.
The Offego Creek, issuing from the Offego Lake, passes through the middle of this Tract.
The said Tract, was divided into 65 Lots, of which the following, are now offered for sale, viz.
   Lot, No. Containing 1000 Acres.    22 872  24 1000  32 285  35 350  48 1000  
Any Person desirous of further information, may apply to the Subscriber, who will attend at the place of Sale. ROBERT RALSTON. March 21, 1788. 2aw. tf
HOGS' BRISTLES.
WANTED, by the Subscribers, a quantity of Hogs' Bristles, for which Two Shillings per pound will be given, provided they are dressed clean; those in the ruff, One Shilling and Three-pence per ditto. The Subscribers having erected a BRUSH MANUFACTORY, at No. 4, Peck's-Slip, where they propose carrying on the Brush Making Business in all its branches, Store-keepers and others may be furnished with all sorts on as low terms as any imported, to which they hope the preference will be given them, as the work is equally good if not better; and as they will warrant their work not to fail till worn out by use, they flatter themselves with expectation of getting a sufficient supply of this country Bristles, that they may not be under the necessity of importing their stock from England; the Farmers, by being careful in the season of killing, may save themselves to supply them in this business. Country Store-keepers would be the most proper persons to collect them.
Those who will please to undertake the collecting them, will meet with a ready sale, and be the means of promoting a very useful branch of business, which may be carried on in this state, and put a stop to the importing that commodity. The least favor will be gratefully acknowledged, by ANANIAS COOPER and Company. New-York, Nov. 5, 1787. 6 m m
PUBLIC notice is hereby given, pursuant to an act of the Governor, Council and General Assembly of the late Colony of New-York, passed the 19th day of March, 1774, entitled, "An act for the more effectual registry of Mortgages, and for securing the purchasers of mortgaged estates." That on the thirtieth day of April next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, will be sold at the Coffee-House, in the city of New-York, at public auction or vendue, to the highest bidder, all that certain Message or Dwelling-House, and Lot of Ground, situate in the Dock-ward of the said city, being bounded in front on the west by Broad-street, northerly by Mill-street, southerly and easterly by a lot now or late of the heirs and devisees of the late John Livingston, deceased, containing in the front on Broad-street aforesaid, 41 feet 6 inches, on the north side 44 feet 10 inches, and on the southerly side 35 feet 4 inches, be the same more or less. And also, all that certain Message and Lot of Ground, lying on Nassau-street, in the North-ward of the said city, opposite the new Brick Presbyterian Church, containing in front and rear 30 feet, and in depth on each side 21 feet. The conditions will be made known at the time of sale, and an indisputable title given to the purchaser. Dated the 29th day of October, 1787. m
IF JOHN COOK, son of John Cook, a carpenter and joiner, of the Parish of St. Mary Magdalen, in the Borough of Southwark, in the Kingdom of Great-Britain, by Sarah his wife, and also Grandson of Moses Bywater, of the same place, Potter, all of whom are deceased; be living and will apply to Messrs. Hewes and Anthony, Philadelphia; Daniel M'Cormick, New-York, or Patrick Jeffry, Boston, he will hear of something much to his advantage; or if any Person can give any account of him, it will be esteemed a favor. March 14. 1m.
TO BE SOLD,
Being part of the Estate late of Sir Peter Warren, K. B. deceased,
A LOT of GROUND, on the North side of Great-Dock-street, near the Exchange; and contains in front 24 feet 2 inches, and in the rear on Bridge-street 28 feet 7 inches, and extends in length, from said Dock-street to Bridge-street, as the same is now in the tenure of and subject to the lease of J. Egbert.
Also, sundry LOTS of GROUND, lying at the lower end of Cortlandt-street, on the North side of the slip from whence the boats ply to Paulus-Hook; some of which lots are vacant, and others under lease to Messrs. Niven and Hunter.
Also, a TRACT of LAND adjoining the glass house Farm, and extends from the road to the river, and contains 30 acres of land more or less, as the same is now in the tenure and subject to the lease of Mrs. Ann Macadam.
Also, in the Manor of Cortlandt, County of Westchester, several good FARMS, adjoining and near the Hudson's River, and at and near Pine's Bridge, on Croton River, in the occupation of Messrs. Montrois, Duyckman, Lent, and others.
Also, at Warrenbergh,
County of Montgomery, a very fine Tract of LAND, lying and extending more than seven miles in length, on the East side of the Schoharie Kill or river, as the same winds and turns, and extending from thence in the rear, so as to comprehend five thousand acres of land. This tract lies about 30 miles from Albany, and about half this distance from Schenectady. It will be sold altogether or in parcels, as may best suit the purchasers.
Also, at Fort-Edward,
Washington County, a Tract of LAND, lying on the Hudson's River, near Col. Duer's mills, and contains 1013 acres.
For further particulars enquire at No. 4, BEAVER-STREET, near the Bowling-Green, where the Surveys, Leafes, &c. may be seen. March 7. tf
To be Sold or rented,
A Complete GRIST MILL, in an eligible situation for conducting the manufacture of Flour, on an extensive plan. The Mill is in complete repair, and calculated for four pair of Burr stones, three pair of which are now running. Possession can be given when required. The payments to a purchaser will be made perfectly convenient. Should a person inclined to rent, wish to have an increase of capital, he may be accommodated on proper terms. There is also an excellent Saw Mill on the same stream, capable of cutting from four to five hundred thousand feet of boards yearly, which, with the flour, can be readily transported to market by water. Goods may be vented to much advantage for lumber, which, with the flour manufactured at the mill, would furnish suitable cargoes for the West-Indies or other places. For further information apply to JOSEPH BALL, Esq. at Philadelphia, or to CHARLES SMITH, New-York, March 14. 2m.
WHEREAS the Partnership of JACOB BOGARDUS & Co. is by mutual consent dissolved; All Persons having any demands against said House, are requested to present their accounts at their Store at Red-Hook, for payment; and all Persons indebted to said House, will be pleased to make immediate payment on or before the 1st day of April next, or their accounts will, without distinction, be put into the hands of an attorney. Red-Hook, Feb. 1. 28. tf
HEMP SEED for sowing,
A quantity to be sold by SOLOMON TOWNSEND, No. 30, Queen-street, corner of Burling-slip,
ALSO, about 200 loads Slack'd Lime, White Oak hoghead and barrel Staves, 1000 bushels of Indian Corn, a quantity of Tallow, 20 barrels of Blubber, and as usual, Anchors of all sizes made of Sterling refined Iron. Bar Iron of various sorts and drafts, Crowley's and German Steel, Nail rods, large iron for Gudgeons, Pig Iron, Cart and Wagon boxes, &c. Orders for particular drawn Iron, will be executed with dispatch. March 24. tf
TO BE SOLD,
Or exchanged for property in the city of New-York, and immediate possession given,
A FARM, whereon the subscriber lived during the late war, situated in a very pleasant village called Preakness, in Bergen County, State of New-Jersey, about 25 miles from New-York; containing 305 acres, of which a considerable part is meadow and woodland. The meadow already improved, will produce between 25 and 30 tons of hay. It is well situated for grazing, having the advantage of early pasture, and in dry seasons it has the advantage of water in every lot. Also, on the premises, a good Dwelling-House, Kitchen, Cellar, Barn and out-houses, with an excellent well of water near the Kitchen; a beautiful young bearing orchard, with a variety of other fruit trees in the highest perfection. For further particulars enquire of the subscriber, at Brooklyn Ferry, who will give an indisputable title for the same. ADOLPH WALDRON. March 18. 3m.
TO BE LET,
THE House No. 40, in Hanover-Square, lately occupied by Mr. Thomas Maule. For terms apply to JOSHUA SANDS, No. 136, Water-street. Feb. 25. tf
WANTED TO PURCHASE,
TWO NEGRO FELLOWS, between the age of fifteen and thirty. Enquire at No. 3, Burling-slip. Feb. 26. tf
TO BE LET,
FROM the first of May next, the HOUSE, No. 36, Hanover-Square; at present in the occupation of Messrs. LEIPER & GRAY. Enquire of JAMES GILES, No. 58, Maiden-Lane. March 5, 1788. tf
TO BE LET,
THE HOUSE, No. 220, Queen-street, near the Fly-market, with a large convenient Store on the rear of the lot in Gold-street, opposite the Burnt Brew-house. Enquire at the Post-Office, No. 8, Wall-street. tf Feb. 7.
DANIEL CAMPION,
No. 39, King-street, between Water-street and the Dock,
INFORMS his Friends and the Public, that he carries on the
TAYLORING BUSINESS,
And by his assiduity and care, he warrants to give general satisfaction to his Employers.
He has for SALE, NANKENS, and elegant fashionable WAISTCOAT PATTERNS, lately imported. Also, BLACK SATIN, of superior quality, and fashionable BUTTONS. March 21. 1m. tf
To be Sold Cheap at private Sale,
THE place which William Provost formerly occupied, which for elegance of situation is perhaps equal to any in the State of New-Jersey, it lies three quarters of a mile from the church of Hackinack, and extends from the river up the road towards Paramus, being intersected by the road leading to the New Bridge: On the Lot next the river is a Stone DWELLING-HOUSE, two story high in front, and three in rear, having a fine dry Cellar and a Dwelling-Room underneath on the ground floor, (being built on the declivity of a hill) with a large Kitchen adjoining; Also, a Poultry-House and a new Barn; in the rear of the Dwelling-House is a beautiful Green, ornamented with Fruit-Trees; between which and the river, lies a valuable piece of Meadow, yielding about twenty-four loads of English hay yearly; to the rear of the meadow is a spacious and substantial Dock, newly made, on which is a Store with a large quantity of ashes, an extraordinary Spring and Well at the Dwelling-House, from which the Meadow may be watered: There is also a Garden with a variety of the best Fruit-Trees: On the Lot on the opposite side of the road stands a commodious Store, commanding the trade of the back country; also a young Orchard of good Fruit-Trees. The whole of the place contains about thirty-four or five acres, twelve of which are Wood-Land; the Land has been well manured with ashes; the whole of the Land inclosed with a new substantial fence. The beauty of this situation, and its advantages for trade, make it eligible either as a Country Seat or a place of business. To be sold in three different Lots, or the whole together, as may best suit the purchaser. For terms, apply to DIRCK LEFFERTS, in Maiden-Lane, No. 21, New-York, who will give a good title for the same. The conditions of payment will be made easy to the Purchaser. If any person wants to view the place, apply to D. LEFFERTS, he will send a Person with him. Feb. 5, 1788. 3aw mw & tf
JAMES HALLETT,
Coach and Chair Maker, No. 43, Broadway, and adjoining the Theatre in John-street,
GRATEFULLY acknowledges the many past favors of his friends and the public in general, and takes this method to inform them, that he has now on hand, ready for the season, a large and general assortment of CARRIAGES, which he will sell at the lowest rate. Gentlemen who will please to favor him with their custom, may depend upon being served at the shortest notice in the most modern and approved taste. Having now in employ a number of the best workmen at their various branches, and having every advantage that can arise from a large and convenient shop, he is in no doubt of doing himself credit and giving his customers the greatest satisfaction. N. B. He has now on hand a number of second hand carriages for sale; likewise carriages of all kinds and horses to let. March 20. th & m.
For SALE,
A N elegant young bright bay GELDING, well broke to the saddle. Enquire at No. 18, Little Queen-street. March 17. m & th. tf
Cedar and Chestnut Rail,
OF the best quality, cut his winter of found timber, 12 feet in length, and equal if not superior to any in America. They will be sold either at the Landing at Hackinack river, opposite the Mill and Seacaus, or should any person contract for any parcel they will be delivered at their farms. Also a parcel of prime cedar Gutter Poles, from 25 to 36 feet in length, and upwards. Enquire of WILLIAM KIRBY, Pewterer, No. 23, corner of Great-Dock-street who has for sale all sorts of PEWTER WARES, wholesale and retail, for which Jersey Money will be taken without discount. N. B. Said Kirby has few rail Lots of Ground to dispose of, lying in Crown-street, near the North River. Feb. 14. th & m
TO BE LET,
THAT large convenient three story HOUSE, No. 211, Queen-street, between Burling-slip and the Fly-market, with a stable and commodious new store in the rear. For terms apply to EDMUND PRIOR, No. 195, Queen-street, Who has for Sale, A quantity of low-priced 7-8 hair-bleached Irish Linens, which will be disposed of on very low terms for cash. tf 21. April.
TO BE LET,
FROM the first of May next, THAT neat convenient HOUSE, No. 2, in Fair-street, either with or without the Lot and Building in the rear thereof. The above premises are excellently situated for a private family. Likewise, two roomy convenient HOUSES, No. 14 and 15, in Ruger's-street, lately fitted up and put in good repair. For terms apply to Mr. FRANCIS IANS, No. 51, Broad-street. Feb. 19. tf
TO BE LET,
FOR one year, or on lease, and possession given the first of May next,
THE HOUSE and FARM and out Houses, now occupied by John Marlow, Esq. The Farm contains 46 acres of ground, its situation is pleasant and healthy, and about 6 miles from the city. It is well stocked with fruit trees of all kinds. To be let also, the HOUSE No. 42, Dock-street. Enquire of JAMES M'EVERS, No. 13, Water-street. Feb. 11. tf