Gazette of the United States, & Philadelphia daily advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]), 1798-06-04 00:00:00

Gazette of the United States, AND Philadelphia Daily Advertiser.
By JOHN FENNO, No. 119 Chestnut Street.
NUMBER 1788.]
PHILADELPHIA: MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 4, 1798.
[VOLUME XIII.]
For Boston, THE SLOOP HERALD, ELIJAH BOWEN, Master, A fine sailing vessel...
FOR SALE, THE SHIP RICHMOND, JUST arrived from the East-Indies...
LANDING, At Walnut Street Wharf, from on board the brig Amiable Matilda...
FOR CAPE FRANCOIS, THE SHIP NORTH AMERICA, BARNES, Master, To sail in eight or ten days...
FOR LIVERPOOL, THE SHIP LIBERTY, ISAAC VREDENBURGER, Master, A good new vessel...
FOR LIVERPOOL, THE remarkably fast sailing Brig PENNSYLVANIA, JEREMIAH TATUM, Master...
FOR SALE, or Charter, THE ARMED SHIP BELVIDERE, JONATHAN REYNOLDS, Master...
JUST ARRIVED, In the brig Gayfay, capt. Bingham, from St. Martins A quantity of SALT...
TO BE LET, And Possession given Immediately, THAT well known Board-called, Small's Tavern...
FOR SALE, SEVERAL very elegant Situations for Summer Retreats...
Bordeaux Brandy, Claret in hds. White wine in half hds. Claret...
76,000 lbs. Jacquemel Coffee. 60,000 do. 114 Boxes of white Havana Sugar...
Now Landing, At Messrs. Willing & Francis's wharf, about 65,000 lbs. Coffee...
Schuylkill Permanent Bridge. PURSUANT to the 6th section of the act...
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER, 50 Casks of Prime Teas, CONSISTING of Imperial, Hyson, Souchong...
A Country Seat to Let. NEAR the Frankford road, about four and a half miles from Philadelphia...
The following Certificates of FUNDED DEBT OF THE UNITED STATES STANDING on the Books of the Treasury...
TO BE SOLD, BY JOHN NIXON & CO. A few hds. of excellent St. Croix SUGAR and RUM...
Prison Manufactory, FOR SALE, At the Prison of the City and County of Philadelphia...
On THURSDAY next, The 7th of June, at 10 o'clock in the morning, WILL BE SOLD...
NOTICE, ALL persons indebted to the estate of Susannah McDowell, widow, deceased...
Collector's Office, Philadelphia, May 15, 1798. FOR SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION...
Will be sold for Cash, At eight o'clock on the Evening of MONDAY the eleventh day of June...
Valuable patented LAND, In the county of Glynn, in the state of Georgia...
TO BE SOLD, LET, Or exchanged for property in the city of Philadelphia...
The following Certificates of FUNDED DEBT OF THE UNITED STATES STANDING on the Books of the Treasury...
TO BE SOLD, BY JOHN NIXON & CO. A few hds. of excellent St. Croix SUGAR and RUM...
Prison Manufactory, FOR SALE, At the Prison of the City and County of Philadelphia...
POST-OFFICE, PHILADELPHIA, 22nd May, 1798. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MAILS...
The Southern Mail, Will be closed on Mondays at 4 1/2 past 7 o'clock...
The Mail for the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Will be closed every Monday, Wednesday and Friday...
The Mail for Downingtown and Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Will be closed every Monday, Wednesday and Friday...
The Mail for Columbia, York-Town, Carlisle, Shippenburg, Chambersburg, Bedford, Somerset, Greencastle, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania...
The Mail for Miller's-Town, (Mifflin county) Mifflin-Town, Lewistown, Huntingdon, Alexandria, Centre Furnace, Bellefonte, Milesburg, Antrim, and Millersburg, Pennsylvania...
The Mail for Sunbury, Northumberland and Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, Will be closed every Tuesday, with the mail for Harrisburg...
The Mail for Plumstead, Bethlehem, Easton and Wilkesbarre, Pennsylvania; Pitts-Town, Johnstown, Sparre, Newton and Hamburg, New Jersey...
The Mail for Woodbury, Sadsburyborough, Woodstown, Salem and Bridgetown, W. N. Jersey, Will be closed every Wednesday, at 2 o'clock...
The Mail for Aston and Tuckerton, N. Jersey, Will be closed every Wednesday, at 4 o'clock...
The following Certificates of FUNDED DEBT and Bank of United States Stock, were forwarded from England per month, 1797...
TO BE SOLD, BY JOHN NIXON & CO. A few hds. of excellent St. Croix SUGAR and RUM...
CONGRESS. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNESDAY, May 16. (Continued from Saturday's Gazette.) Mr. SITGREAVES believed that much time would not be necessary to show that the arguments of his colleague are not only fallacious...
It was in this way that the arguments of his colleague were in opposition to each other; taken separately, it could be demonstrated that they are as fallacious, as they are contradictory...
It remained, therefore, only to enquire whether the gentleman's arguments are to the expediency of the measure as any better founded. Mr. S. understood the objection, on this score, to be that the proposed bill will bring together a corps of rich men, who shall constitute a military association to be placed at the disposal of the President of the United States...

try is by the constitution of the United States placed at the disposal of the President who is commander in chief of the land and naval forces, and of the militia when called into actual service. The law could make no other disposition of the volunteer corps; and the objection was pointed against any military establishment of any sort: Its basis was a distrust of the President as one of the constituted authorities of the country. But after having heard the gentleman denounce all, who are able to equip themselves for service, as unfit to be trusted with the defence of the country, it was not surprising to hear him denounce the President as unfit to be trusted with the conduct of this defence.
For himself, Mr. Sitgreaves could discover in these objections nothing but the spirit of determined undistinguishing opposition: It must be remembered, when the house was engaged in the discussion of measures for maritime defence, the gentlemen who opposed those measures told us they would agree to any propositions which should be calculated for the defence of the territory of the United States; yet now, when it is proposed to prepare for the defence of the territory, the promise is forgotten or abandoned, and we are encountered with as many objections, and difficulties, and embarrassments as before. When it is proposed to raise regular troops, we are threatened with the expense; and when it is proposed to call into service a body of volunteers, who will save to the country the expense of equipments, of bounty, and various other charges which are incident to the raising of a regular army, we are told that this saving is dangerous to the liberties of the people, and that it is arming one portion of the citizens against the rest—His colleague is neither willing to pay for a navy, nor an army, nor to trust the defence of the country to its own citizens. He denounces the rich as dangerous, and he will not pay those who are unable to equip themselves. All the terrors of a standing army are conjured up to prevent an embodying of the citizens, while in the same breath he concedes expressly, that a standing army cannot yet be a cause of alarm, and that America, secure in her attachment to law and liberty, would as yet have nothing to apprehend from one—it was for his colleague to reconcile such paradoxes—it was for the committee to determine on the success with which they had been urged.
Mr. Otis said, he was extremely affected, though not much surprised, at the opposition made to this section of the bill. The Constitution of this country, in which all had been taught to confide, as the great security to our rights, is upon all occasions introduced as a stumbling block in the discussions of this House, and instead of forming any safe rule of conduct, it proves a mere cobweb, a mere jargon of political maxims, and is the foundation of sophisms in almost every debate.
What is the objection of the gentleman from Pennsylvania to this section of the bill? It is, if he understood him rightly, that the volunteers partake in some measure of the qualities of militia, and, in others, of a standing army, and in some others differ from either, and that if the section was agreed to as it stands, every constitutional provision with respect to the appointment of militia officers will be violated. An answer had already been given, which he thought plain and conclusive, viz. that these volunteers will not come under the denomination of militia, but of the standing army. The striking characteristic difference is this, that militia are bound to serve by the laws of the country, without any respect to private consent, and the volunteers will be bound only by contract; they will consist only of those who come forward to defend their country. As far as relates to the constitutional objection, therefore, there is an end of it. Indeed, gentlemen themselves did not seem much to rely upon it.
But the gentleman from Pennsylvania says, that every constitutional provision respecting the militia may be evaded, if these volunteer corps are thus admitted into the service, and the whole body of militia may become volunteers, and those volunteers form an immense standing army, under the command of the President of the United States, which might overturn the rights and liberties of the people of this country. There could be no question that every institution might be abused. No doubt this House might at any time vote to raise an army equal to all the militia, continue it in force longer than the Constitution has directed, and consume all the resources of the community in support of it; but because Congress possesses this sovereign power, does it follow that they will abuse it? The case stated by the gentleman from Pennsylvania is an extreme case, and therefore ought to form no objection to this measure. The whole subject is under consideration—the number may be limited, or the time restricted, without affecting the general principle of the bill; and it is only to answer the special purpose that the gentleman confined his arguments to particular clauses of it. It was stated by the gentleman from Pennsylvania, that no possible advantage could be derived from the plan proposed by this section, but that many inconveniences may arise from it. He says no advantage can result from it, because there are many volunteer corps in the militia which want filling up, and that these young men might enter into them, and the President would then accept them in the form of militia. In answer to this, he would ask the gentleman what he would do in those states where there are no volunteer corps, and consequently none of these vacancies? And so far from this kind of corps existing in all the states, they are in some of them very much discountenanced, and he did not understand that corps of this kind had received any kind of sanction from the Legislature of the State of Pennsylvania. He himself believed that many advantages would be derived to the country from the acceptance of the service of these young men. The flower of our Youth, taken from all classes and professions, being ready at a moment's warning to defend the country, must prove the most effectual and cheap security we can possibly have against any attack which may be made upon us. Emulous of our doing each other in discipline, a military fervor will be excited in the country which could not be raised by means of the militia system alone, and they will be ready to repel invasion, or to engage in any other service which the public safety may require. And if nobody else did it, he would move to strike out the clause restricting the use of these volunteers to the state in which they reside, or in an adjoining state.
But, in order to alarm the committee, the gentleman from Pennsylvania had called these Youth an association of wealthy armed individuals; but Mr. O. hoped the committee would not be alarmed by founds. It would doubtless be a military association. So is the militia of the country. But we stand in need of the assistance of these brave Youth, and instead of being frowned upon, their association ought to be cherished and encouraged. Does not the militia, said Mr. O. consist of citizens who arm themselves? It certainly does—therefore no proof of wealth results from this, for every soldier in the militia is as much a
man of wealth as a volunteer of the corps proposed to be raised. Yet the idea of the opulence of these individuals had been held out in order to make this institution odious.
But did the gentleman suppose that none but the sons of the wealthy will turn out in defence of their country? Does he consider himself as the protector of the poor, or their enemy—does he mean, by saying this, to satirize or to panegyricize them? His own idea was, that citizens of all descriptions, yeomanry, manufacturers and tradesmen, would come forward and join these defenders of their country.
But it is said there is no limitation to this bill; that the Executive may accept or reject whom he pleases. Does not the President do the same at present, through the medium of recruiting officers? And could this be conceived a dangerous power? Certainly not, as he could have no rule but this, to accept of all who are willing and able to serve their country.
But it is alleged that this force will be a formidable standing army. Here again founds are to intimidate us. He never heard that a standing army was dangerous to the liberties of a country except in time of peace, and that when an army is made up, not of citizens, but of the banditti of the community. But we are not now in a state of peace, but of actual war. It is true the country is not invaded, but he believed a long period would not elapse before an invasion takes place, when it might be too late to raise a body of men for our defence. He hoped, therefore, the President would have authority to accept of the service of these young men, who, being taken from the bosom of their families and friends, could not be supposed to form an army dangerous to the liberties of the country; nor did he think insinuations of this kind ought to be urged.
Mr. O. remarked, that when he said we are in actual war, he did not speak figuratively, but literally. War is not declared, but it is made upon us, and it is our duty to defend ourselves against it. But the gentleman from Pennsylvania had said, that the French will not invade us, and without that there can be no war. He said it was not their interest, and if it were that it was not in the power of the French to invade us with any formidable force; that they have every thing but money, but without that it was impossible for them to come over and invade us—Mr. O. thought this a good reason why they should attempt an invasion of this country. After having desolated Europe, and laid it under contribution, he supposed it would be no difficult thing to induce a belief in their soldiers that they might find in our banks, and amongst our opulent citizens, a supply of money. Nor was it money alone which they wanted, property of any kind would be welcome. He therefore thought it highly probable, that the ships and troops preparing against another country, when they shall either have failed or succeeded in their enterprise, may be destined for our shores. It became us, therefore, to make the best defence we could.
But it was said, that these young men would not march to fight, or enlist for any time. This was another reproach against them which was unwarranted. We have seen, said he, some of the young men of Philadelphia, and from other parts of the country, embody themselves as volunteers, and go upon a very unpleasant and dangerous expedition, against the western insurgents; and whenever an occasion shall again occur, he doubted not they would again be willing to march in their country's service, provided the legislature will take strong ground and afford them countenance. But if they see Congress are lulled to sleep, they will very naturally say, "since Congress is unwilling to take active measures, it is in vain for us to come forward," and they will lose that spirit of ardour which now animates them. It will give place to a repose that has proved fatal to every country which has given way to it, and which, in his opinion, if not prevented, will terminate in the destruction of this country.
But he would with the gentleman from Pennsylvania, or some other gentlemen who are opposed to this, and who have been pretty generally opposed to every measure of defence, would say what substitute they propose in place of this measure. After a procrastinated session of more than six months, when every man out of these walls is impressed with the danger of our situation, it was surely necessary to provide for some defence of the territory of the union. They say they will not have a navy, because we are not adequate to the expense; they agree to a few vessels. If you will not have a navy, will you have an army? No, it is answered, not a standing army, because it is dangerous to liberty and expensive. Will you have a standing army which shall cost nothing? No, because that will be unconstitutional. We will agree to a little expense to fortify our ports and harbours; to a few arms and a small quantity of ammunition; but further than this we will not go. We will rely upon the militia. If this, Mr. O. said, was the determination of gentlemen there was no occasion for Congress to have met and debated six months and finally to tell the people what they could do without our advice. "You must rely upon your militia for defence." He wished, therefore, instead of shrinking from representations of this kind, and testifying resentment, instead of saying they have been and are willing to defend the country they would be pleased to say by what system they propose to do it.
Mr. O. believed this country to be in a very hazardous situation. He believed we should see a day more big with danger than we have ever yet seen, and it would be prudent to guard against it before it comes. In England and Ireland volunteer corps are greatly to be depended upon for the defence of those countries in the present time of danger; and if in those countries, which gentlemen call despotic countries, they depend upon their volunteers, ought not we to have greater confidence in them in this country, where citizens fight for every thing dear to man, and where if we make any change in our government, it must be an exchange of a free for a despotic system of government. We see, said he, an irruption in Europe more to be dreaded than the irruption of the Goths and Vandals; we see not only ancient establishments, and thrones and crowns thrown down, but every thing great and good destroyed. And may not our country meet with a similar fate? May not the same means which have been employed in other countries, meet with the same success here? They will, except that we resolve they shall not. He could not help wishing that the old members of Congress of 1776 were now in their places, or that those of them whose spirits are gone to receive their reward had left their mantles behind them. But he was afraid that the conduct of gentlemen at this session would prove that the present Congress had degenerated from the patriotism of their predecessors and were certainly not entitled to the blessings of their country.
(To be continued.)
The Gazette.
PHILADELPHIA,
MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 4.
Carlisle, Pennsylvania, 19th May, '98. At a numerous meeting of the citizens of this borough and vicinity, assembled at the Court House, in pursuance of notification in the Carlisle Gazette, for the purpose of expressing their sentiments on the state of public affairs;
JAMES MCCORMICK, esq. chief burgess, was appointed chairman, and
JAMES DUNCAN, secretary.
The following resolutions being laid before the meeting were unanimously adopted, viz. Resolved, That the present alarming aspect of our national affairs is a solemn call to all the citizens of these United States, to make a most decided and explicit declaration of their sentiments, not only for the support of the Executive, but to manifest to the world, that when our essential interests are in question, we are not a divided people.
Resolved, That we hold the independence of our nation, purchased at a vast expense of blood and treasure, to be the first of blessings; which were we tamely to surrender, we should become a contemptible and degraded people.
Resolved, That the unfriendly dispositions and conduct of those with whom we wished to continue in perpetual amity, and their menaces and most unreasonable demands, have justly excited the most painful sensations in every American bosom, and rendered a recourse to the means of self-defence absolutely necessary.
Resolved, That while we admire the wisdom, firmness and patriotism of the President of the United States, uniformly manifested through the course of a long and useful life, we highly approve of the measures that have been pursued for effecting a reconciliation with France, as detailed in the communication of the instructions to and dispatches from our Envoys, preventing the calamities of war, and maintaining our dignity and independence. And that we cannot but view the refusal to acknowledge and amicably treat with those Envoys, as a conduct utterly inconsistent with that justice and friendship we had a right to expect.
Resolved, That taking into view the depredations wantonly committed on our commerce, with many other unequivocal expressions of enmity; and placing full confidence in our Executive and Legislative Bodies, we will zealously concur with our Fellow-Citizens throughout the Union, in the support of all those measures that may be necessary to secure our peace, liberty and independence.
Resolved, That we view with indignation every attempt, from whatever quarter, to sow fatal divisions among the people of America, and to alienate their affections from the government of their choice; and consider every insult offered to the rulers or representatives of the people, as an insult to the people themselves, which ought to be resented accordingly. And at the same time we solemnly declare it as our opinion, that whatever differences may have subsisted among ourselves, as to the best measures to be pursued from time to time, for the security of freedom and public happiness; there cannot be any difference in sentiment, or opposition in measures, when our national existence and independence, and our right of self defence and self-government, shall at any time be called in question.
Resolved, That general William Irvine, Esq. Samuel A. McCulloch, Samuel Poffenbaur, Esq. Mr. Joseph Pierce and James Duncan, Esq. be a committee to prepare an address to the President conformably to the foregoing resolutions, and lay it before this meeting for their approbation.
The Committee appointed to prepare an address to the President of the United States, after retiring for a short time, returned and reported an address, which being twice read over unanimously approved of by the meeting, and ordered to be signed by the chairman, and transmitted together with a copy of the foregoing resolutions, to the Senators in Congress from the State of Pennsylvania, to be presented to the President.
Signed by order and on behalf of the meeting, JAMES MCCORMICK, chairman, JAMES DUNCAN, secretary.
Attest.
TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
SIR, While the citizens of America, in every part of the Union, are addressing you with expressions of affection and tenders of their services, at this most important crisis; we, the inhabitants of Carlisle and its vicinity, inspired by the same love of our country, and attachment to its best interests, desire also to express our sentiments respecting the affairs of our nation, with becoming freedom. Inheriting liberty as a birthright, and rising above the degrading spirit of colonial dependence, we not only have a character already established as freemen and defenders of our country, but we are resolved to maintain that character at every hazard.
Under a government of our own choice, and the auspices of a wise and just administration, we have enjoyed for a number of years as great a share of national prosperity and happiness, as has perhaps ever fallen to the lot of any people. Having established a free government, on the solid basis of the general will, we could not but grant that other nations had a right to regulate and manage their own internal concerns in like manner. In their endeavours to this end, we conceived we ought not to interfere, and we wished to enjoy the blessings of neutrality and peace; discharging at the same time all the obligations we might be under to any European power with the utmost good faith and impartiality.
The measures that have been pursued by the Executive from time to time, to maintain such a state of things, and to preserve us from the evils of war and national degradation, have met and still meet with our hearty approbation. The appointment of Envoys extraordinary, for the adjustment of all our differences with France and the ample powers with which they were vested for this end, manifested the sincerest disposition for peace and justice, and the happiness of both nations; nor can we consider the treatment which those Envoys have received, the demands that have been made of us, and the threats denounced against us, if we will not comply with their wishes, without feeling as Americans ought to feel, and resolving that we will cheerfully concur in the support of all measures which shall appear necessary for the national defence, and the maintenance of that freedom and independence which we hold most dear.
While we join with you in humbly soliciting the smiles of Divine Providence on our national affairs, and the blessings of genuine freedom, accept, Sir, of our sincere prayers for your personal happiness.
Signed by order and on behalf of the meeting, JAMES MCCORMICK, chairman, JAMES DUNCAN, secretary.
Attest.
TO THE CITIZENS OF THE BOROUGH OF CARLISLE AND ITS VICINITY IN THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA.
GENTLEMEN, Nothing could be more obliging to me or faith-
ful to the public, than the unanimous resolutions and address of the citizens of Carlisle of the 19th May which have been presented to me by one of your Senators in Congress, Mr. Lingham.
When you declare your resolution to maintain your established character, as Freemen and Members of an Independent nation, as your birthright, the world will applaud your wisdom, as well as virtue. When you acknowledge that under a government of your choice, and the auspices of a wise and just administration, you have enjoyed as great a share of national prosperity and happiness, as has perhaps ever fallen to the lot of any people, you do great honor to your government. Nevertheless, I presume there is not a city or a village in the States that can contradict you, if there is one, I hope it will assemble and declare it.
When you acknowledge the right of nations to regulate their own internal concerns, on the solid basis of the general will, you recognize one of the highest prerogatives of man. Like all other prerogatives however, it ought always to be exerted with wisdom and integrity for the general good; never for the purposes of private ambition, party views or foreign intrigues.
When you approve the measures of the general government you deserve its thanks—and your feelings of the unworthy return of insults and menaces are the feelings of nature approved by reason and justified by the public voice.
In your humble supplications for the smiles of Providence, on our national affairs and the blessings of genuine freedom, you will be joined by all good men. Your prayers for my personal happiness are most affecting to me.
JOHN ADAMS.
Philadelphia, May 29th, 1798.
WILMINGTON, (N. C.) 11th MAY, '98. At a meeting of the inhabitants of the town of Wilmington, regularly and legally convened by Joshua J. Wright, magistrate of police.
Resolved unanimously, That it is proper and necessary at this time to prepare an address to the executive of the United States in approbation of the measures of government, as they relate to the present unhappy differences with the republic of France.
Resolved, That George Hooper, Amariah Joulin and Edward Jones, be a committee to draft an address to the foregoing effect; and that they report the same to-morrow at 12 o'clock, till which time the meeting is adjourned.
At a full meeting of the inhabitants of the town, the committee appointed to form an address to the President of the United States, made their report which being read paragraph by paragraph, was unanimously agreed to and resolved that the same be certified by the magistrate of police, and by him forwarded to our Senators in Congress, requesting them to present the same to the President.
Attest JAMES W. WALKER, Clerk to the town meeting, JOSEPH G. WRIGHT, Magistrate of Police.
TO JOHN ADAMS, ESQUIRE, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Address of the inhabitants of the town of Wilmington.
SIR, WE, the inhabitants of the town of Wilmington, in the state of North Carolina, legally convened together, feel it to be our incumbent duty to address you at this very important crisis of the affairs of the United States in relation to the French republic.
Permit us to assure you, that we view with entire approbation the advances made by the executive authority of our own government to that of France, for an honorable and equitable adjustment of all differences between the two republics.
We do not affect to conceal that from a seeming congeniality of sentiment respecting civil liberty, and from the consideration that they were engaged with America in the conflict that terminated in her independence; we entertained a partiality and friendship for the people of France, so long as the establishment of a free and equal government appeared to be the virtuous object of their pursuit.
We lament therefore, that those advances instead of being reciprocated in the manner that from their great candor and liberality, might reasonably have been expected (and which for the interests of both nations was desirous to be wished) were repelled with indignity and contempt; and that it has become too evident that principles replete with danger to this country adjudge the conduct of the present French government.
It must now be manifest to the world, that the unexampled moderation and forbearance of the government of the United States have served only to excite to new aggressions on the part of France, and that no other alternative remains as a choice for the former, than concession which would degrade our character as a nation, and sap the foundation of its independence—or to resort to those defensible measures which the spirit of the people and the resources with which God has blessed us, enable us to call (and we trust successfully) into operation.
Appreciating the advantages of peace, and contrasting with them the calamities incidental to an opposite state of things, we deprecate the approach of war; but still we do not hesitate to declare that if that extremity unavoidably becomes the final resort, all the exertions that should be expected in just a cause from men animated by an ardent love for their country, and resolute to assert its rights and support its government, may be expected from us.
The annals of our country afford ample testimony of the zeal with which your talents and patriotism have been uniformly exerted in its service ever since it assumed an independent situation. Your conduct in the discharge of the duties of the high station you now fill, reflects new lustre on your character, and dignity upon the government over which you preside.
Thoroughly persuaded, therefore, that it will be the great object of your administration to promote the safety, honor and prosperity of our common country, we humbly implore the blessing of the supreme being upon your endeavors, and that you may experience his peculiar care and providence.
Unanimously agreed to in town meeting, JOSEPH G. WRIGHT, Magistrate of Police.
ANSWER. To the inhabitants of the town of Wilmington, in the state of North Carolina.
GENTLEMEN, YOUR address, unanimously adopted, at a meeting legally convened, has been presented to me by your Senators in Congress, Mr. Martin and Mr. Bloodworth.
An assurance from the city of Wilmington, that you view with entire approbation, the advances made by the executive authority of your government to that of France, for an honorable and equitable adjustment of all differences between the two republics, is of high value to me, and affords a convincing proof that Americans think and feel alike on great and essential objects, in all parts of the union.
The friendship you entertained for the people of France, from a seeming congeniality of sentiment respecting civil liberty, and from the consideration that they were engaged with America in the conflict that terminated in her independence, so long as the establishment of a free and equal government appeared to be the virtuous object of their pursuit; far from being a reproach, was honorable to the disposition of your hearts.
The repulsion of our advances, candid, liberal and conciliatory, as all the impartial world will pronounce them, has indeed made it too evident, that principles replete with danger to this country, and to all others, animate the conduct of the present French government.
It is also manifest to the world, that the unexampled moderation of America, has served only to excite new aggressions. Your declaration, that when the extremity of war becomes the final resort, all the exertions that should be expected in just a cause from men, animated by an ardent love of their country; and resolution to assert its rights and support its government, may be expected upon, will be satisfactory to every branch of the government, and highly pleasing to all your fellow citizens.
The testimony of the citizens of Wilmington, to my zeal, and industry, in the public service, is very
dear to me; and your petitions for the blessings of the supreme being on my endeavors, and that I may experience his peculiar care and providence, can be answered only by supplications on my part, for your country, yourselves, and your posterity.
JOHN ADAMS. Philadelphia, May 31st, '98.
At a general meeting of the Citizens of Albany, held at the City-Hall, on Wednesday the 16th day of May, 1798, to take into consideration the alarming state of this country;
ABRAHAM TEN BROECK, Esquire, in the Chair;
Resolved unanimously, That in the opinion of this meeting, it is our duty as good citizens, when a foreign nation confidently asserts that the American people are divided from their government, publicly to declare our sentiments to our Rulers on that momentous subject.
Resolved unanimously, That we entirely approve of the conduct of the President of the United States towards the French Republic, at this alarming crisis.
Resolved unanimously, That although we deprecate the calamities of war, we feel persuaded that every proper overture has been made by our government to avert it; and therefore we will support, with spirit and fortitude, the measures which shall be adopted to vindicate our national honor and independence.
Resolved unanimously, That we will expose to the detestation of our fellow-citizens, the perfidy of all those who, in our present critical situation, endeavor either to retard or frustrate the exertions of government to repel the invasion of the neutrality and sovereign rights of the United States.
Resolved, That Abraham Vanbechten, Samuel Stringer, Enoch Leonard, William P. Beers, Charles R. Webster, Henry L. Bogart, Jacob Blucker, junior, Hunloke Woodruff, Rensselaer Westerlo, Dierck Ten Broeck, Luther Trowbridge, and Lucas Van Veghten, be a Committee to prepare an address to the President, expressive of the sentiments conveyed by the foregoing resolutions, and cause the same to be subscribed as generally as possible by the citizens of Albany, and to forward it without delay, together with a true copy of the preceding resolutions, to our Representative in Congress, to be delivered to the President.
A. T. BROECK, Chairman. JER. LANSINGH, Secretary.
TO JOHN ADAMS, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. SIR,
WE, the citizens of Albany, having a lively sense of the danger with which our country is threatened by a foreign nation, beg leave to communicate to you our entire approbation of your conduct at this critical period, and to assure you of our sincere disposition to support, with zeal and firmness, whatever measures the government of the United States deem necessary to vindicate and maintain our national honor and independence.
The moderation which this country has uniformly manifested towards the French Republic, notwithstanding its repeated and unprovoked aggressions on our neutral and sovereign rights, is an incontestable proof of our ardent solicitude to cultivate peace. But there is a point beyond which even the blessings of peace cannot be sought without servility—That point has been recently fixed between France and America by the insolent demands made upon us, demands which we cannot submit to without prostrating our independence and sacrificing our best interests.
The presumptuous hope, announced by the agents of the Republic to our Envoys Extraordinary, that the American people are divided from their government, indicates that a perfidious attachment to the cause of France, lurks amongst us! The fallacy of this hope it is equally our duty and our interest to expose. We therefore solemnly pledge ourselves, in the most unequivocal manner, to sustain, with energy, the constituted authorities of our country, against all the machinations of its enemies, whether foreign or domestic.
Accept, Sir, of our best wishes that a gracious Providence may long preserve your precious life, and continue to direct your administration, and that when the measure of your days shall be filled, you may receive the glorious reward that is due to eminent virtue and patriotism.
(Signed by 765 persons.) Albany, May 16, 1798.
To the Citizens of Albany, in the State of New-York.
GENTLEMEN, THE address of the citizens of Albany, has been presented to me by their Representative in Congress, Mr. Glen.
I could not look over the long roll of respectable subscribers, without the sentiments of gratitude, esteem and respect.
The lively sense of the danger, you express, with which our country is threatened by a foreign nation, is, as well-founded, as your approbation of my conduct at this critical period, and your sincere disposition to support, with zeal and firmness, whatever measures the government of the United States shall deem necessary, to vindicate and maintain, our national honor and independence, are agreeable to me, and satisfactory to the public.
The moderation of this country towards the French Republic is almost without example; it would not, certainly, have been so long continued, towards any other nation in the world—it is not only a proof of our desire of peace, but of our particular attachment to France.
There is indeed a point, beyond which a love of peace, and friendship to France, cannot be indulged without servility.
Although the French government appears to have adopted against us the most perfect system of hostility in their power, it is not for me to say how long we shall share

Madras and Ventapaulam HANDKERCHIEFS, Searjaukers and Carradaries, of the newest and most approved patterns, entitled to the drawback, just received, AND FOR SALE BY Alex. F. Miller & Co. No. 64, South Front Street. may 18.
IF Mr. Charles William Klemcke, Formerly of London, and who left England for some part of the United States of America, in the year 1796, be living, and will apply personally or by letter, to Mr. John Carrere, in Baltimore, or to Messrs. Isaac Hazlehurst and Son, in Philadelphia, he may hear of something greatly to his advantage. Any information respecting the said Mr. Charles William Klemcke, would be thankfully received. may 19.
JOSEPH RICARDO, Of this City, Merchant, has assigned his property for the benefit of his Creditors, to James C. Fisher, Samuel W. Fisher, and Thomas Wilson. All persons who have demands are requested to furnish their accounts without delay—and those indebted to make immediate payment to the Subscribers, acting Assignees. James C. & Samuel W. Fisher. No. 13, Arch Street. may 19.
Very Great Bargains, CONSISTING of Table Linen, Scotch and India Mullins, now falling off and well worth the attention of Housekeepers to make purchase of—Enquire of Thomas Randall, No. 38 Spruce-Street. may 17.
Military Colours, PAINTED ON SILK BY GEORGE RUTTER & Co. Portrait and Ornamental Painters, In a style which will endure the hardships of the weather without injury, and which for neatness and exactitude of colouring cannot be surpassed in this city. FLAGS AND DRUMS Furnished with dispatch, on the most moderate terms. Portraits, Ornamental Paintings, Signs, fire-buckets, &c. accomplished in that superb style of modern elegance, which Mr. Rutter pledges himself from 30 years experience in this city will meet the entire approbation of his friends and the public. In the Military Line, A variety of specimens may be seen at their Painting Room, Norris's Court, back of the New Library. may 3.
NOTICE. HAVING observed an advertisement of C. Gullager, in terms derogatory of our professional abilities, we have to request the public not to be imposed upon by foreign artists; but to decide upon the merits of each by a comparison of the work executed by both, as it is a mode almost universally adopted by them to invalidate the talents of established artists, with a view of deceiving the public, and engrossing that business, which their professional knowledge in no way entitles them to. Well knowing that public opinion must govern, we therefore desire that the work executed by us will convince them of our great superiority over Mr. Gullager in every branch of portrait and ornamental painting, and show the necessity of judging for themselves. N.B. In future no attention will be paid to the self-flattering advertisements of Mr. G. Any person wishing a supply of FLAGS and DRUMS will please apply to Geo. Rutter and Co. Norris's Court, or Henry Frailey, Germantown. $6w may 8.
Military Colours. At C. GULLAGER'S Portrait and Ornamental Painting Rooms, No. 50, South Fourth, next to Chestnut Street, opposite the Friends' Meeting. PAINTING on silk for Military and other ornamental purposes (in a manner peculiar to himself) durable, not to be injured by the weather, which for elegance of design, truth and beauty of colouring, neatness and masterly execution, has not been equalled by George Rutter and Co. FLAGS AND DRUMS Furnished with all possible dispatch, on the most reasonable terms. Ornamental Painting, Signs, Fire Buckets, Cornices, &c. executed in style (not that superb style of modern elegance peculiar to G.R.) but in a workmanlike manner, peculiar to an artist master of his profession. Mr. GULLAGER, from a number of year's experience in Europe and this country, flatters himself that professional talents, punctuality, and reasonable demands, will meet the entire approbation of those gentlemen who will please to call at his Painting Rooms. $6w may 5.
NOTICE. P.S. Gentlemen in town and country, wishing for a supply of Colours and Drums, painted in a masterly manner, will no doubt feel themselves obliged for the kind caution given by George Rutter and Co. not to trust self-flattering advertisements, but examine the work executed by both parties—One view will satisfy them where the superiority lies,—Give the poisoning of good silk by George Rutter's pencil—and discover the requisites for the contrading talents of Henry Frailey, at Germantown. may 10.
Forty Dollars Reward. RUN AWAY, on the 7th of April, a Negro Man, named Gulliver, perhaps he may pass by the name of Gulliver Lee, or may change his name; he is about thirty one years of age, nearly six feet high, has a scar in the upper part of his under lip, a small part being bitten out between the middle and the corner of his mouth (I believe on the right side), his left hand has been very sore, and was so at the time he ran away, by being burnt some time past; he is a stout, strong fellow, and has been employed at a saw mill a few years; he went away in company with a negro woman of Mr. Joshua Lingoe, of this county. It is supposed they are gone into Delaware State. Any person that secures said Negro Man in any gaol, that the subscriber shall get him again, shall receive the above reward. State of Maryland, Somerset County, April 10, 1798. may 4—4w
FOR SALE, Two three story Brick Houses With convenient stores, wharf, &c. situate on Water Street, between Mulberry and Sassafras Streets, containing in front on Water Street fifty-four feet, and containing that breadth eastward ninety-five feet, then widening to the south thirteen feet six inches. These houses have the convenience of a public alley adjoining on the north side, and are a very desirable situation for a merchant, flour factor, or others who may have occasion for storage of goods. This property will be sold on very reasonable terms for cash. For further information apply to the printer. april 5
FOR SALE, A THREE STORY BRICK HOUSE, on the north side of Spruce-Street near Second-Street, adjoining the wall of Mr. Jones's garden and formerly occupied by David Lenox, Esq.—This house is in complete repair with back buildings, consisting of a Piazza, Kitchen and a handsome Dining Room over the Kitchen. As any Person inclined to purchase will view the premises, a more particular description is considered unnecessary. The terms of payment will be one third cash, one third in 6 months and the remainder in 12 months with interest. For further information, Enquire of JOHN CRAGG, No. 12 Dock-Street. may 16
FOR SALE, A FARM and COUNTRY SEAT, SITUATED on the west side of the Schuylkill opposite to Norris-town, seventeen miles from Philadelphia—the farm contains 195 acres of land, 50 of which are woodland, about 40 of meadow, and the well watered land. The house and garden which is large and well planted, stand in the most pleasant situation, commanding a view of the river, and land which is opposite, and the village of Norris-town. There is a fish-pond belonging to the place.—Enquire in Philadelphia, No. 96, North Third Street, or on the premises. april 16
FOR SALE, A FARM and COUNTRY SEAT, SITUATED on the west side of the Schuylkill opposite to Norris-town, seventeen miles from Philadelphia—the farm contains 195 acres of land, 50 of which are woodland, about 40 of meadow, and the well watered land. The house and garden which is large and well planted, stand in the most pleasant situation, commanding a view of the river, and land which is opposite, and the village of Norris-town. There is a fish-pond belonging to the place.—Enquire in Philadelphia, No. 96, North Third Street, or on the premises. april 16
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, MARCH 1, 1798. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, IN pursuance of the Act of Congress passed on the sixth day of July one thousand seven hundred and ninety-seven, entitled "An Act laying duties on Stamped Vellum, Parchment and Paper", and the Act passed on the fifteenth day of December, one thousand seven hundred and ninety-seven, entitled "An Act to postpone for a limited time the commencement of the duties imposed by the Act entitled "An Act laying Duties on Stamped Vellum, Parchment and Paper", that from and after the first day of July ensuing, the several Stamped Duties hereinafter enumerated, will be levied and collected throughout the United States. I. For every skin or piece of Vellum or Parchment, or sheet or piece of Paper, upon which shall be written or stamped any or either of the instruments or writings following—to wit:
Table with 3 columns: Instrument, Dls, Cts, Mils. Rows include: Any Certificate of Naturalization, Any Licence to practice, or Certificate of the admission, enrolment or registry of any Counsellor, Solicitor, Attorney, Advocate or Proctor, in any Court of the United States, Any Grant or Letters Patent, under the seal or authority of the United States (except for lands granted for military services), Any Charter-Party, Bottomry, or Respondentia Bond, Any Receipt or discharge for or on account of any Legacy left by any Will or other testamentary instrument, or for any share or part of a personal estate divided by force of any statute of distributions, other than to the Wife, Children or Grand Children of the person deceased, the amount whereof shall be above the value of Fifty Dollars, and shall not exceed the value of One Hundred Dollars, When the amount thereof shall exceed the value of One Hundred Dollars and shall not exceed five hundred dollars, And for every further sum of Five Hundred Dollars, the additional sum of Any Policy of Insurance or instrument in nature thereof, on any ship, vessel or goods insured from one district to another in the United States, From the United States to any foreign port or place, when the sum for which Insurance is made shall not exceed five hundred dollars, When the sum insured shall exceed five hundred dollars, Any Exemplification, of what nature soever, that shall pass the seal of any Court, other than such as it may be the duty of the Clerk of such Court to furnish for the use of the United States or some particular state, Any Bond, bill single or penal, foreign or inland bill of exchange, promissory note or other note, other than any recognizance, bill, bond, or other obligation or contract, made to or with the United States or any state, or for their use respectively, If above twenty dollars and not exceeding one hundred dollars, If above one hundred dollars and not exceeding five hundred dollars, If above five hundred dollars and not exceeding one thousand dollars, And if above one thousand dollars, Provided, that if any bonds or notes shall be payable at or within sixty days, such bonds or notes shall be subject to only two fifths parts of the duty aforesaid—viz. If above twenty dollars and not exceeding one hundred dollars, If above one hundred dollars and not exceeding five hundred dollars, If above five hundred dollars and not exceeding one thousand dollars, If above one thousand dollars, Any Notes issued by the banks now established, or that may hereafter be established within the United States, other than the notes of such of the said Banks as shall agree to an annual composition, of one per centum on the annual dividends made by such Banks, to their Stockholders respectively, according to the following scale, On all notes not exceeding fifty dollars, for each dollar, On all notes above fifty dollars, and not exceeding one hundred dollars, On all notes above one hundred dollars and not exceeding five hundred dollars, On all notes above five hundred dollars, Any Protest or other Notarial act, Any Letter of Attorney, except for an invalid pension, or to obtain or sell Warrants for Land granted by the United States as bounty for military services performed in the late war, Any Certificate or Debenture for drawback of Customs or duties, for less than five hundred dollars, For five hundred dollars and not exceeding two thousand dollars, For more than two thousand dollars, Any note or bill of lading for goods or merchandise to be exported, If from one district to another district of the United States, not being in the same State, If from the United States to any foreign port or place, Any Inventory or Catalogue of any furniture, goods or effects, made in any case required by law, (except in cases of goods and chattels distrained for rent or taxes, and goods taken in virtue of any legal process by any officer,) Any Certificate of a Share in any Insurance Company, of a share in the Bank of the United States, or of any State or other Bank, If above twenty dollars and not exceeding one hundred dollars, If above one hundred dollars, If under twenty dollars, at the rate of ten cents for one hundred dollars.
The duties aforesaid will be collected and received by the Supervisors, Inspectors and other Officers of Inspection, in the several Districts, Surveyors and Divisions of the United States, and by such other persons as shall from time to time be specially appointed and employed by the Supervisors of Districts for that purpose. The Supervisors of the several Districts will, prior to the first day of July ensuing, and as soon as may be practicable, mark or stamp, without fee or reward, any quantities or parcels of Vellum, Parchment or Paper, with any of the rates of duties before enumerated, on payment of the said duties; or stamped vellum, parchment and paper may at the option of the Citizens of the United States, be obtained at the rates prescribed by law, by application to any Supervisor, Inspector, Officer of Inspection, or other person appointed for the distribution of Stamps, by the Supervisors of Districts. GIVEN under my Hand, at Philadelphia the day and year abovenoted. OLIVER WOLCOTT, Secretary of the Treasury. March 10.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, March 30th. 1798. Public Notice is hereby given, THAT by an act of Congress passed on the 19th day of March, 1798, the following alterations and amendments have been made to the act passed on the 6th day of July 1797, entitled "An act laying duties on stamped vellum, parchment and paper". I. The stamp duties on debentures or certificates for the drawback of Customs or duties on imports are repealed. II. A discount at the rate of seven and one half per Centum, will be allowed by the Supervisors or Inspectors respectively, to any persons other than Officers of the Revenue, who may purchase at one time or procure to be stamped, any quantities of Vellum, Parchment or Paper, upon which the duties shall amount to Ten Dollars or upwards. III. Stamped Paper, will be provided, and sold at the rates prescribed by law, without any additional charge or expense on account of the price of Paper; but for stamped Parchment or Vellum, an additional price will be demanded at the rate of Fifty Cents for each skin of Parchment, or Two Hundred Cents for each skin of Vellum of medium size, which may be furnished at the expense of the United States and proportionally for any lesser quantity. Given under my hand, at Philadelphia, the day and year abovenoted. OLIVER WOLCOTT, Secretary of the Treasury. To be Let, (And possession given on the 1st of May) A genteel three story brick House, 22 feet front, and 40 feet deep, with back buildings and stables, at present in the tenure of Major Jackson. Enquire at 187 South Third Street. april 2.
The Co-partnership of the Subscribers, TRADING UNDER THE FIRM OF JOSEPH DAVIDSON & Co. Is this day dissolved by mutual consent, all those having claims against said firm, are desired to render their accounts, and those indebted to make payment to Joseph Davidson, who is duly authorized to settle the affairs of the concern. JOSEPH J. MILLER. JOSEPH DAVIDSON. N.B. The Stores at the corner of Market and Fourth Streets are now to be let.—Enquire of Joseph Davidson. april 16
TO BE SOLD, 40,939 acres of Land. IN Greene County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, on the waters of Fifth and Wheeling Creeks and Ten Mile Run. These Lands are fertile and well timbered, and abound in Coal; they were sold ten years ago for five shillings per acre; patented early in 1787, except 3700 acres, which were patented in 1793; part of them were surveyed in 1783. The tract is between the Ohio and Monongahela, very convenient to water carriage, about 19 miles from the town of Washington, from 14 to 16 from the village of Greensburgh and Wheeling. On payment of one fourth of the purchase money, a reasonable credit will be given for the residue. Enquire of the Printer. april 21.
TO BE SOLD, 26,780 acres of Land, IN the State of New York, between the northern bounds of Pennsylvania and the Susquehanna river, or late in the townships of Hamden and Warren and county of Warren. These Lands, from their quality and situation, are a very desirable object for any man who means to invest his money to advantage. On payment of one third of the purchase money, a reasonable credit will be given for the residue. Enquire of the Printer. april 21.
Country Residence. A FAMILY who live six Miles from the City, wish to receive two or three genteel boarders. The House is handsomely furnished; the Gardens, Meadows and Lawn are beautifully laid out, and well stocked with the choicest Fruit. There are several Musical Instruments, amongst which is a most excellent patent Piano Forte. The Family have a handsome Coach, which may be at the service of the whole. The Coach House and Stables are most excellent—the Water good—and the Air unequalled in the environs of the Town. For particulars enquire at the office of this Gazette. may 16.
ADVERTISEMENT. WHEREAS the subscriber and his wife Jane Hodgkinson, have by mutual consent agreed to live separate and apart from each other front bed and board, there are therefore to forewarn all persons from trusting her on any account, as by contract she is to support herself for the future, and I am determined not to pay any debt of her contracting. SAMUEL HODGKINSON. may 15.
Washington, Commissioners Office, 7th May, 1798. THE Commissioners will receive proposals until the 20th of June next, for building in the City of Washington, one of the Executive Offices for the United States, of the following external dimensions:—148 feet in length, and 57 feet 6 inches in breadth; cellar walls 30 inches; first floor 23 inches; and second floor 18 inches; partition walls averaging 15 inches; to contain on the ground floor 14 rooms; same number on the second floor; and in the roof 8 rooms, with a passage. The whole external of the building to be of block brick; the inside walls of hard burnt brick; cellars of best foundation stone, to the height of the girders; the outside walls, as far as they show above ground, to the plinth, to be of plain ashlar stone; to be of windows, sills of doors and string courses, of free stone. The house to be covered, with cypress shingles; the rooms in general to be 16 feet by 20, finished in a plain, neat manner, of the best materials; six small rooms to be groined. A plan and elevation of said building, and bill of particulars, are lodged in the office, for the inspection of those who may wish to contract; also, a copy of said bill, at the office of Clement Biddle, Esq., at Philadelphia. Proposals, sealed up, will be received until the 20th June next, on which day, the board will proceed to c. & r. with such person, as shall appear under all circumstances, to offer the best terms. Per order of the Commissioners. THOMAS MUNROE, Clerk. may 11.
Just Published, By W. YOUNG, bookseller, Second-Street, the corner of Chestnut-Street, THE WORKS OF JOHN NEWTON, LONDON. A new edition, in 9 vols price 7 1/2 dols. neatly bound, containing letters of Omicron and Virgil, Cardiphonia, review of ecclesiastical history, sermons, messiah, letters to a wife, Olney hymns, and the life of Eliza Cunningham.—Each of these parts may be had separate, and such as have been supplied with W. Young's edition in 6 vols. may, by speedy application, be furnished with the 7th, 8th and 9th vols. at 2 1/2 dols. Also, lately Published. Baxter's Saint's Rest, abridged by Raw-lett, 12mo 1. Beveridge's private thoughts, 2 parts 12mo 75. Christian (the) Parent, 12mo 50. (the) Remembrancer, 12mo 75. Christian world unmasked, do 62 1/2. Dickenson's (of New-Jersey) familiar letters, 12mo 87 1/2. Doddridge's rise and progress, 12mo 50. 62 1/2. sermons on education, 12mo 44. sermons to young persons, do 62 1/2. on regeneration, 12mo 81 1/4. Davies sermons—2 vols 8vo 4. Horne's commentary on the book of Psalms, ditto 2 vols 8vo 2. 25. a work highly admired by all who have had the advantage of perusing it. Hervey's Aspasio vindicated, 12mo 75. Letters of certain Jews to Voltaire, 8vo 2. Walker's sermons, with Blair's life of the author, 2 vols 8vo 3. White's sermons, preached before the University of Oxford, 8vo 1. 50. Wynpenn on the true and eternal God—on our Lord Jesus Christ, 50. a 68. Sacred Biography, or the history of the Patriarchs, by H. Hunter, 3 vols 8vo 6. A large assortment of bibles, in folio, quarto, 12mo and pocket, at various prices. A large allowance to wholesale purchasers. Catalogues of books, with the prices of each book annexed, are delivered as aforesaid. may 17.
HEALTH OFFICE. Philadelphia, 18 May, 1798. Extract of an act to alter and amend the Health Laws of this Commonwealth, passed 4th April 1798. Sec. 8. AND be it further enacted by the authority aforesaid, That every housekeeper within the city of Philadelphia, the townships of the Northern Liberties and Moyamensing, and district of Southwark, within a mile of the limits of the city, taking in boarders arriving by sea or by land, from any foreign port or place, and having any boarder in his or her family, who shall be taken sick of any disease whatsoever, between the first day of May and the first day of November in any year, within twenty days next after such boarder shall come to lodge in his or her house, shall within 24 hours next after the knowledge of such sickness, make report at the Health Office of the name of such sick person, the time of his or her arrival at the house and of his or her being taken sick, and of the name and place of abode of such housekeeper; whereupon the Physician of the Health Office shall forthwith visit the patient, and report to the office his opinion of the nature of such disease, that measures may be taken to prevent the spreading of the infection; and if any housekeeper shall neglect to give information in the manner and within the time aforesaid, and shall be thereof convicted, in any court of criminal jurisdiction within this Commonwealth, upon indictment by verdict or confession, he or she shall forfeit and pay a fine to the use of the said hospital, not less than twenty dollars, nor more than one hundred dollars, to be imposed at the discretion of the court, according to the circumstances of greater or less aggravation attending such particular case. By order of the Board of Health, WM. ALLEN, Health Officer, of the Port of Philadelphia. may 17.
Baskenridge—for sale IT consists of 920 acres, almost all of which is a fine rich Meadow, (the residence of the late Earl of Sterling). It may be conveniently divided into five farms, four of which are bounded on the East by the river Palatine. There are on it a number of buildings, forming a square of nearly three acres.—The dwelling house is a very convenient one, and a small expense would put it in complete repair. The orchard consists of 1300 fine bearing engrafted Apple Trees—and there is on other parts of said tract near 300 other Apple Trees—as also a great variety of other fruits, particularly Cherries of the best and most delicious kinds. Also, a great number of beautiful Exotics and Forest-Trees, that add to the beauty and convenience of the place. Its situation is about 18 miles from the towns of Newark and Elizabeth; 10 do. from Morris-Town, and 12 from Springfield—it is wooded and watered. To save trouble, the price is five pound pr. acre in cash, on delivery of the deeds. Please to enquire of T. McEUEN & Co. No. 78, Chestnut street. February 2.
FOR SALE, A FARM and COUNTRY SEAT, SITUATED on the west side of the Schuylkill opposite to Norris-town, seventeen miles from Philadelphia—the farm contains 195 acres of land, 50 of which are woodland, about 40 of meadow, and the well watered land. The house and garden which is large and well planted, stand in the most pleasant situation, commanding a view of the river, and land which is opposite, and the village of Norris-town. There is a fish-pond belonging to the place.—Enquire in Philadelphia, No. 96, North Third Street, or on the premises. april 16
The Cargo of the Brig Minerva FROM BOURDEAUX, CONSISTING OF Claret in hds. and Cales, Oyl, Capers, Olives, Anchovies and Prunes FOR SALE BY Thomas Fitzsimons. may 26.
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBERS, The Cargo of the Ship Richmond, Captain Hathaway, from Bengal, Guarras, white Guzzies, Ditto, blue Guzzies, Samsu Emeries, Goomahs Mow Samsas, Gamoodies Peniatcos, Tickies Batias, Romalls Coffas, Doreas Tanjehs, Chints Malda Cloths, Saul Gazies Carwah Cloths An elegant assortment of Madras Handkerchiefs Benares SUGAR COTTON and GINGER. Mordecai Lewis. may 25.
MAILS are now received from and sent to the following places every day Sundays excepted. Alexandria, Va. Havre de Grace, Md. Baltimore, Md. New Brunswick, N. J. Bladensburg, Md. Newark, N. J. Boston, Ms. New Haven, C. Bristol, Pa. New York, city. Charleston, Md. Princeton, N. J. Chester, Pa. Rahway, N. J. Christiana, De. Trenton, N. J. Elizabethtown, N. J. Washington, city. Elkon, Md. Wilmington, D. Georgetown, Ptk. Woodbridge, N. J. Mails from Winchester, Va. are made up every Thursday 7 1/2 A. M. and Friday half an hour before sunset. May 22, 1798. General Post Office. ROBERT SMITH & Co. No. 58, South Front-Street. may 23.
FOR SALE, The cargo of the brig American from Laguira, CONSISTING OF Caraccas Cocoa. Henry Philips, No. 112, South Fourth Street. april 23.
FOR SALE, A Black Man, WHO has five years and a half to serve, is a good coachman, an excellent waiter, and has been accustomed to marketing for a family—his age about thirty two years. For further particulars, apply at the office of this Gazette. may 15.
WILLIAM MEREDITH, Attorney at Law. HAS Removed to No. 127 Chestnut-Street, where Titles to Real estates are examined and Briefs thereof and Conveyances of every kind, prepared. may 22.
Fresh Teas. Just Imported, in the ship Delaware, Captain Cooper, from Canton, And For Sale, by SAMUEL HOWELL, At his Compting House, No. 54, Chestnut-Street, and by SAM. E. HOWELL, At his Compting House, Crooked billet wharf, Bohea, Souchong, Hyson, Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, and Imperial TEAS. ALSO, China Ware, assorted; black and coloured Lutestring and Sattins, Nankinees, Caffas, large garden and common Fans, fatin and Lutestring Umbrellas, whale-bone Ricks. They have also For Sale, Ell wide Perfans, Bandanna Handkerchiefs, French Cambricks and Umbrellas, Sugar in boxes, march 8.
Now Opening, At WILLIAM M'LAWS Saddle-Manufactory, No. 72, Chestnut Street, A general assortment of Horseman's Pihols, dices from the Manufacturers in London. ALSO ON HAND, Saddles, Bridles, Hollsters, Half Covers, Light Horseman's Caps, Swords, Cartouch Boxes, Valises, Saddle Bags, Portmanteaus, Hard Leather Trunks, Carriage and Chair Harness, &c. april 9.
FOR SALE, THE whole or one half of a PLANTATION on the river Delaware, between Burlington and Bordentown (two miles from the latter), containing about 400 acres; 60 of which are bottom meadow, and 100 wood land; there are 30 acres of red clover to cut this year (exclusive of meadow) but will exceed 50 the next; and any quantity of manure may be had for the upland from the meadow without injury. An orchard of grafted fruit yielding between 60 and 70 hogsheads of excellent cider; a dwelling-house with a barn, stable, granary and other necessary buildings go with one part in case of a division; on the other are no improvements, but has one of the most elegant situations for a house to be seen on the river. The land is of good quality, suitable for grazing or agriculture, and convenient to market by land or water. For terms apply to the owner on the premises. Thomas St. John. may 5.
FOR SALE, A THREE STORY BRICK HOUSE, on the north side of Spruce-Street near Second-Street, adjoining the wall of Mr. Jones's garden and formerly occupied by David Lenox, Esq.—This house is in complete repair with back buildings, consisting of a Piazza, Kitchen and a handsome Dining Room over the Kitchen. As any Person inclined to purchase will view the premises, a more particular description is considered unnecessary. The terms of payment will be one third cash, one third in 6 months and the remainder in 12 months with interest. For further information, Enquire of JOHN CRAGG, No. 12 Dock-Street. may 16