Gazette of the United States, & Philadelphia daily advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]), 1797-12-18 00:00:00

Gazette of the United States, AND Philadelphia Daily Advertiser.
By JOHN FENNO, No. 119 Chestnut Street.
NUMBER 1646.]
PHILADELPHIA: MONDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 18, 1797.
[VOLUME XII.]
SALES BY AUCTION.
Stated Sales
For DRY GOODS.
Monday Forenoon—Edward Fox, No. 56, South Front-street, Afternoon—Footman & Co. No. 65 South Front-street. Tuesday Forenoon—John Connolly, Old City Auction, No. 73 South Front-street. Afternoon—William Shannon, No. 183 High-street. Wednesday Afternoon—Peter Benion, No. 74 South Third-street. Thursday Forenoon—Edward Fox, Afternoon—John Connolly. Friday Forenoon—William Shannon. Afternoon—John Connolly. Saturday Afternoon—Peter Benion.
Marshal's Sales.
United States, Pennsylvania District. BY virtue of writs of venditioni exponas, issued out of the district court of the United States, and to me directed, will be sold at public Sale at the Merchant's Coffee-House, in Second street, on Wednesday the 27th day of December inst. at 6 o'clock in the evening, all that piece or parcel of meadow ground situate, lying and being in the township of Passyunk, and county of Philadelphia, on the road leading to State Island Ferry, containing about fifty-four acres and three roods, whereon are erected a two story brick dwelling, out houses and a barn; also one other tract or piece of meadow ground, situate in the said township and county, and nearly on the opposite side of the said road to the said ferry, containing sixteen acres and three roods; also a meadow or meadowland or piece of ground situate on the north side of High street, between 5th and 6th streets, in the city of Philadelphia, containing in front on High street thirty-three feet, and in length or depth two hundred feet, bounded east by property of Hannah Rembertson, north by South alley, west by property of William Bell, and south by High street aforesaid. Said land taken in execution as the property of Henry Sackett and to be sold by William Nichols, Marshal.
William Nichols, Marshal. Marshal's Office, December 15, 1797. To be Sold at Public Vendue, (If not before disposed of at private sale) ON Monday the first day of January next, at six o'clock in the evening, at the Merchant's Coffee-House, in Philadelphia, Forty Thousand Nine Hundred and Eighty acres of LAND, in the State of New-York, between the northern bounds of Pennsylvania and the Susquehanna, now, or late in the townships of Hamden and Warren, and county of Montgomery. One fourth of the purchase money to be paid at the time of sale; for the residue credit of one, two and three months, will be given, on interest and good security. Dec. 4. 3taw15.
To be Sold at Public Vendue, (If not before disposed of at private sale) ON Monday the first day of January next, at six o'clock in the evening, at the Merchant's Coffee-House, in Philadelphia, Forty Thousand Nine Hundred and Thirty-Nine acres of LAND in Green county, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, on the Waters of Tilla and Wheeling Creek, and ten Mile Run. These lands are fertile, well timbered and abound in coal; they were sold ten years ago for 5s. per acre, patented early in 1789, except 3,700, which were patented in 1793; the greatest part of them were surveyed in 1793. This land is between the Ohio and Monongahela, very convenient to water carriage—about 10 miles from the town of Washington, and from 14 to 16 from the village of Greenburgh and Wheeling. One fifth of the purchase money is to be paid at the time of sale; for the residue a credit of one, two, and three months will be given, on interest and good security. Dec. 1. 3taw15.
NOW LANDING, From on board the ship Farmer, lying at Harper's Wharf, Claret in hhd. Ditto in cases Sauterne Wine in do. For Sale, apply to John Whiteside & Co. No. 138, 5 market-street. Also, on hand, Bourdeaux Brandy in pipes Fine old Antigua Rum A few cases of Claret, of a superior quality. november 29.
To be Sold, The time of a Negro Boy, About fifteen years of age, has seven years yet to serve; he is an excellent house servant, active and healthy. Enquire of the Printer. December 2. d2w
To Gentlemen who intend spending the Winter in the City. ROOMS to LET, WITH or without Board—at No. 114, corner of Sixth and Race Streets. The situation agreeable—and vicinity has been free from the late contagion. Oct. 27.—df
COLUMBIA HOUSE Boarding School for young Ladies. Mrs. GROOMBRIDGE with much pleasure announces her return from Europe, and her acknowledgement for the liberal encouragement she has received during four years residence in Philadelphia; and assures her friends and the public, so far from intending to decline her school, she has made a superior arrangement for the more convenient accommodation of her scholars. Every branch of useful and polite education is particularly attended to by Mrs. Groombridge and masters excelling in their respective professions. Corner of Spruce and Eleventh Streets. June 5th, 1797. The situation is perfectly healthy; and made more agreeable by an extensive garden and lot of ground adjoining the house.
Landing, From on board the ship Edward, at Walnut-street Wharf, London particular Madeira Wine, of a superior quality, For Sale by the subscriber. Robert Andrews. november 2. colf
TO BE SOLD, Or Exchanged for Property in the Country, That three story Brick House, No. 157, north Third street. Apply at the office of this Gazette. nov. 27—w&asw
For Londonderry,
The American Ship BOSTON PACKET, COPPERTHWAIT, Master, NOW lying at Millin's Wharf, near Vine-street—Has elegant accommodations for passengers—will sail, weather permitting, on or about the 10th inst. having all her cargo engaged ready to go on board. For passage only, apply to the captain.
Smith & Ridgway, No. 4, North Water street, or to Isaac Harvey, Jun. No. 5, South Water street. December 1 $101
For Amsterdam,
The Ship EDWARD, James Wickham, Master, EXPECTED to sail in a few days, having two thirds of her cargo already engaged, and nearly on board. For Freight or Passage, apply to the Master on board, at Hamilton's wharf, or to John Donaldson, No. 22, Walnut-street. november 28. d8t
THE SHIP
COMMERCE, Captain RICHARD WAISTCOAT, From Liverpool is now discharging at Morris's wharf, near the Drawbridge, where owners of goods on freight, will please speedily to land their permits. Said vessel will directly after take in freight on very low terms for Boston. Apply to the captain, or to Isaac Harvey, jun. No. 5, South Water Street. A few tons of Stone, or sand ballast wanted—Apply as above. november 27—$101.
For Amsterdam,
The Ship FARMER, John McCollum, Master, WILL sail in a few days; the greater part of her cargo being ready. For freight of fifty tons of Coffee, or passage, apply to the master on board, at Walnut-street wharf, or to JOHN SAVAGE, Who is Landing, out of the said Ship, from Bourdeaux, and For Sale, Claret in hhd. White Wine in quarter casks Claret in cases, of a superior quality Fontinac, Sauterne, Lunille, Prunes in boxes november 24.
For Liverpool,
The copper bottomed Ship HAMBURG PACKET, Captain SILES SWAIN, Large proportion of her cargo being ready to go on board, is expected to sail on or about Sunday, the 3d of December. For Freight or Passage, apply to the Captain on board, at Walnut-street Wharf, or to PHILIP NICKLIN & Co. november 22.
For Savannah, in Georgia,
THE SHIP Sally Butler, Captain CHISHOLM, A new vessel, with excellent accommodations for passengers—Sails on the 10th of December. For Freight or Passage, apply to ROSS & SIMSON, Who have to dispose of, A small invoice of GLAUBER SALTS INDIGO, and a parcel of HOLLY WOOD. november 18.
RUNDLE & LEECH,
Have just received, and have for Sale, at No. 9, Walnut-street, Do. best house COALS Queens' WARE in cases, assorted Bourdeaux BRANDY of an excellent quality Do. CLARET in cases, do. THEY HAVE ALSO For SALE or CHARTER, THE SHIP PEGGY, Burthen 225 tons, in excellent condition, and may be sent to sea with little expense or delay. LIKEWISE, THE BRIG WILLIAM, Burthen 201 tons, november 16.
For Sale or Charter,
The fast sailing brig TWO BROTHERS, Lying at Gurling's wharf, an excellent single deck'd vessel, burthen about 1600 barrels—not twelve months old, and in complete order. For terms apply to the master on board, or to Joseph Anthony & Co. nov. d1w.
Port and Madeira Wine,
Now Landing, By ship Edward, from Madeira, and Betsy and Peggy, from Oporto, in Pipes and Hogheads, For sale by PETER BLIGHT. WHO ALSO OFFERS FOR SALE, The Ship AMITY, Four thousand barrels burthen, in excellent order—ready to take in a cargo—about three years old. LIKEWISE, The Schooner INDUSTRY, Burthen 800 barrels, ready also to receive a cargo—and a quantity of Jamaica Rum and Sugars, Just landed from the above vessel at South street wharf. e01m. Nov. 7.
For Savannah,
(To sail on or before Saturday, the 24th inst. unless prevented by the sea) The fast sailing Ship Swift Packet, Patrick Gebben, Master, HAS excellent accommodations for passengers. For Freight or passage, apply to N. & J. Frazier, no. 95, South Front street. Who have for Sale, received by the said ship, New RICE, in whole and half tiers. December 16 d5w
On THURSDAY next, the 10th inst.
At the Tontine Coffee-House in New-York, Will be sold without reserve, the Ship SWIFT, Burthen two hundred and ninety tons, a remarkable fast sailer, staunch built, and well found. Inventory to be seen on board, at the Old Slip, or at no. 178, Pearl-street, New-York. December 16 d4t
FOR LONDONDERRY,
THE BRIGANTINE SUKEY, William Whitten, Master, A strong good vessel, about two hundred tons, to sail with all convenient speed, a great part of her cargo engaged—now lying at Willing and Francis's wharf. For freight or passage, apply to the captain, or JOHN SKYRIN, Landberger's wharf. Who wants to Charter: A VESSEL of about three hundred tons. nov. 18. $
For Sale or Charter,
The Schooner GOOD HOPE, Will carry about 1200 barrels, and is ready to take in a cargo. For terms apply to Pragers & Co. No. 157, South Second-street. Who have for sale—prime St. Croix Sugar and Rum, Madeira, Lisbon, and Teneriffe wine. November 7. dff.
PHILIP NICKLIN & Co.
HAVE FOR SALE, At their Stores on Walnut street Wharf, Havannah Sugars, white and brown 25 hhd. Jamaica do. 3000 pieces of broad Nankeens Imperial Tea, in quarters and eighths of chests Quicksilver in tubs Madeira Wine in pipes and hogheads Teneriffe Wine in pipes Old red Port Wine in hogheads Sail Canvas, assorted, No. 1 to 8 8 cases of Manchester Goods, consisting of Dimities, Mullines, Ginghams, Thicksets, Corduroys, &c. 200 crates Queens' Ware, assorted Nails, assorted Black quart Bottles Yellow Ores in casks A quantity of writing Slates, slate Ink Stands, &c. 100 gross Candles. Who have also for SALE or CHARTER, The ship MOLLY, burthen 340 tons, a good vessel, and completely fitted. The brig AMAZON, burthen 1300 barrels, may be ready for sea in a few days. The whole of the above vessels to be seen at Walnut street Wharf. nov. 17.
TO LET,
A Front Room, suitable for an Office or Counting house, with a large Cellar. Any person who may rent the above, may (if required) be accommodated with Board and Lodging in the same house. Enquire at no. 180, South Front, near Pine street. December 13. 3taw3w
Landing this day,
From on board the Schooner Two Friends, Daniel Crawley, Master, 80 hhd. and 12 pipes Jamaica RUM, FOR SALE BY George Latimer & Son. november 9. $
James & Richard Smith,
TAKE the liberty of informing their friends and the public, that they have removed their store to No. 54, South Front street, next door to Edward Fox's Auction Room, where they have at this time for sale, a large and general assortment of European & East India Goods, Many of which are just imported in the Clothier, William Penn, &c. &c. Oct. 27. $
NOW LANDING,
At South-street Wharf, The Cargo of the Ship Concord, Captain Thompson, from Batavia. About 300 tons first quality Java Coffee (the whole having been selected) 80 tons Java Sugar, in canisters and bags 12 legures of old Arrack Nutmegs, Mace and Cloves FOR SALE BY PETER BLIGHT. Who also offers For Sale, Just landed from ship Amity, from Jamaica. 205 hhd. Jamaica Sugar, and 170 do. do. Rum. november 23. d6w
Canal Lottery---No. II.
W.H.L. commence drawing Monday, the 20th inst. Tickets for Sale in this Lottery, at Seven Dollars, at Wm. BLACKBURN's Lottery and Brokers Office, No. 64, South Second-street—Tickets in the Schuylkill Bridge Lottery, at Ten Dollars, where check books are kept for registering and examining in thee, the City of Washington, No. II. and Paterson Lotteries, and information where tickets may be had in most of the Lotteries authorized by law in any of the States of the Union. N. B. The business of a BROKER, in buying and selling all kinds of Public Stock and Securities, discounting Bills and Notes of Hand, sale of Lands, Houses, &c. &c. will be duly attended to, by Wm. BLACKBURN. november 15. $
NOTICE.
To holders of JAMES GREENLEAF, and EDWARD FOX's Engagements IN consequence of many having been prevented, from large unavoidable circumstances from obtaining their Certificates, agreeable to former notice. The Trustees now inform them, they are ready to issue the same to those who may apply within sixty days, at No. 8 Chestnut Street; and those who do not, will be considered as relinquishing their claim on the Aggregate Fund provided for their payment. HENRY PRATT, THOMAS W. FRANCIS, JOHN MILLER, JUN. JOHN ASHLEY, JACOB BAKER. December 15. d6ct
NOTICE.
THE Creditors of the Estate of Walter Stewart deceased, are requested to meet on Monday next at 6 o'clock in the evening at the City Tavern—The business upon which they are to deliberate being of great importance they are requested not to fail to give their attendance. Dec. 15. 3t
WANTED,
A PERSON that can produce unexceptionable recommendations, to perform a journey this winter as far as the Ohio—Such an one will meet with encouraging terms, by applying at this office. N. B. Some one acquainted with Harrison county, Virginia, and its neighborhood, would be preferred. Dec. 15.—342t
WANTS A PLACE,
As coachman, a black Man, who can produce the best recommendations. Enquire of the printer. Dec. 16.—d3t
FOR SALE,
By JOHN MILLER, JUN. & Co. No. 8, Chestnut-street, One hundred and eighty bales BENGAL GOODS, Amongst which are, Gurrabs Mamoodies Baltas Sannas Guzz-nahs Tanda Coffees Guzzies Emerics Blue Cloths Calcoes Palampours Romall Handkerchiefs Amongst them are a great proportion of the manufactures of Patna. December 1. $
All Persons
Having any demands against the Estate of the late Captain George Irwin, are requested to bring in their accounts properly attested, on or before the first day of January next ensuing and those who are indebted to said estate are so licited to make immediate payment to SARAH IRWIN, Administratrix. nov. 27 1797. 16
Geenteel Boarding & Lodging.
A Family may be accommodated with a Drawing Room, two Bed Chambers, and suitable accommodation for servants—at no. 53, north Fourth street. Dec. 5.—rts
Samuel Pleasants & Sons,
No. 74, South Second-street, HAVE received a supply of Seasonable GOODS, which they are now opening for sale, on reasonable terms. Oct. 27.—4w
Musical Instrument Manufactory,
TO THE LOVERS OF HARMONY. H A R P E R, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has now ready for sale, a few of his new invented, and much admired side board Piano Fortes, with Pedals, patent swell, sonopant and French harp stop, which for facility of touch, brilliancy of tone, simplicity and durability of construction, the superiority of which he flatters himself, a single trial will convince the unprejudiced judge—as they are manufactured under his immediate inspection, of the very best seasoned materials, he can sell on reasonable terms for CASH. Instruments repaired, tuned, &c. N. B. Second hand Piano Fortes taken in exchange for new. november 18. 3taw2mo.
Wants a place,
As a Wet Nurse, a young woman, who can be well recommended. Enquire in Eleventh street, near Race-street. nov. 27. cod1w
This Day Published,
And to be sold by WILLIAM YOUNG, corner of Second and Chestnut streets, Price 3-3/4s of a Dollar, Observations on certain Documents Contained in No. V and VI of "The History of the United States for the year 1796." In which the CHARGE of SPECULATION against ALEXANDER HAMILTON, Late SECRETARY of the TREASURY, is FULLY REBUTTED. WRITTEN BY HIMSELF. This publication presents a concise statement of the facts means practiced by the Jacobins of the United States to asperse the characters of those persons who are considered as hostile to their disorganizing schemes. It also contains the correspondence between Mr. Hamilton and Messrs. Monroe, Muhlburgh and Venable, on the subject of the documents aforesaid, and a series of letters from James Reynolds and his wife to Mr. Hamilton, proving beyond the possibility of a doubt, that the connection between him and Reynolds, was the result of a daring conspiracy on the part of the latter and his associates to extort money. A discount of one third from the retail price will be made in favor of wholesale purchasers, for cash. Orders to be addressed to Mr. Young. August 25.
FOR SALE,
Several fonts of Types—half worn. Including Long Primer, about 400 weight, in good condition, and would answer the purpose of a country printer as well as new. Enquire of the Printer. nov. 30. Act laying Duties on Stamped Vellum, Parchment and Paper. A FEW copies of the above act may be had at the Office of the Gazette of the United States, No. 119, Chestnut-street. July 19.
Delaware and Schuylkill Canal.
AN adjourned meeting of the Stockholders of the Delaware and Schuylkill Canal, is to be held at their Office on Tuesday evening (19th of this instant December) at 6 o'clock, P. M. precisely, and punctual attendance is requested, on matters of the utmost importance, relating to certain propositions for the more expeditiously completing the work, and obtaining the aid of the Legislature and the Corporation of the City, for introducing a copious supply of water into the same. WM. MOORE SMITH, Sec'y. December 14. d19th
Insurance Company
OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA. THE Stockholders are hereby notified, that an Election for thirteen Directors to serve for one year, will be held at the company's Office, on Monday, the eighth day of January next, at 11 o'clock. SAM. W. FISHER, Sec'y. December 14. d8t19th
A Fifty Dollar Bank Note,
Of the Bank of the United States, was lost on Saturday last, between the Bank of the United States and the Horse market—If an honest person has found it, and will leave it with the Printer hereat, they shall be handsomely rewarded. December 11. cod3t
Bank of North America.
THE Stockholders are hereby notified, that an election for twelve Directors, for the ensuing year, will be held at the Bank on Monday, the 8th of January next, at ten o'clock. RICHARD WELLS, Cashier. December 11. d18th
Delaware and Schuylkill Canal.
THE Stockholders are hereby notified, that the election for President and Managers, for the ensuing year, will be held at the company's office, on the first Monday in January next, at 10 o'clock, A.M. WM. MOORE SMITH, President. December 11. mw&ftr19th
Schuylkill and Susquehanna Canal.
THE Stockholders are hereby notified, that the election for President and Managers for the ensuing year, will be held at the company's office, on the first Monday in January next, at 10 o'clock, A. M. Dec. 11. mw&ftr19th
JUST RECEIVED,
(via New-York) AND NOW OPENING, BY GEORGE DOBSON, No. 25, South Third street, An extensive and general assortment of HABERDASHERY, viz.
Best London mixt Pins, Common do. do. Mackenzie's super patent white chapel Needles, Nuns Thread no. 6 to 40, regularly assorted, Little do. no. 130 to 500, regularly assorted, Coloured do. Black sewing Silks, Coloured do. and Twilt Silk and cotton Wires, Do. do. Ribbands, Shirt Moulds and Wires, Black brush Feathers, Buttons, Gallons and Ferrets, Worsted Bindings, assorted colours, Imperial, disper, and Thread Tapes, White Edgings, Black and coloured Chincie Ribbands, Satin and figured do. Black Velvet, 1 to 2 1/2, Velvet & pelon Satins, French Cambric, Scotch do. Plain gilt and plated Buttons.
THE PARTNERSHIP OF
Richard & James Potter, Is this day dissolved, by mutual consent. All persons indebted to the said firm, are requested to pay the same to either of the subscribers; and all persons having any demands against them, are requested to send their accounts for settlement. Richard Potter, James Potter. December 9. $
The Subscriber intends to make
application for the renewal of a Certificate of a Share in the Bank of the United States, standing in the name of A. B. No. 503, dated July 11, 1797, the same having been lost. JOHN GRAHAM. Richmond, Dec. 1. $6w
ROSS & SIMSON,
HAVE FOR SALE, A few bales Bastas, Coffas, and a quantity of Bengal COTTON Bengal SUGAR, in bags and boxes Jamaica, St. Vincents, } RUM. and Bengal 500 casks RICE, and A parcel of ship building RED CEDAR. Oct. 27. $
For Sale by the Subscribers,
Prime Rice in cube and half tiers, Bourdeaux Brandy, Teneriffe Wine, Molasses, Georgia and Carolina Indigo, Ravens Duck and one baghead of paint brushes. N. & J. Frazier. No. 95, South Front Street. Nov. 7. d1m
DANCING SCHOOL.
WILLIAM M'DOUGALL presents his most respectful compliments to his former employers and the citizens in general, and returns his most grateful thanks, for the very bountiful encouragement he has experienced for these twenty-five years past. takes this opportunity of informing them, that his school is now open, at his Elegant Ball Room, in South Fourth-Street, between Chestnut and Walnut-streets. To begin at 10 in the morning for young ladies, and 5s. and in the evening for young gentlemen. His first Practicing Ball will be to-morrow evening, Saturday, the 9th inst. Dec. 8. 22w1f.
FOR SALE,
A Team of five excellent Horses, with a Wagon and Gears. The Horses are all young, strong, true to the draught, and capable of hauling as great a weight as most in the country. The Wagon and Gears are strong, and in good order. Apply to ROBERT GREEN, West Town, Chester county, or to Thomas Fisher, No. 142, S. Second Street, Philadelphia 11 mo. 2. cod3w.

PROPOSALS
FOR CARRYING THE PUBLIC MAILS on the following Post Roads will be received at the General Post Office until the 30th day of January next inclusive.
PENNSYLVANIA, &c.
1. From Philadelphia by Wilmington, New Castle, Cantwell's bridge, Duck creek, Dover, Frederica, Milford, Cloughs, Dagsborough, Trap, Lewes, Rehoboth and Accomac court house to Northampton court house three times a week.
April 1 to November 15. Leave Philadelphia every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 2 A.M., and arrive at Northampton court house on Tuesday, Saturday and Monday at 7 1/2 P.M. Returning—Leave Northampton court house every Friday, Monday and Wednesday at 2 A.M., and arrive at Philadelphia on Monday, Wednesday and Friday by 7 1/2 P.M.
November 15 to April 1. Leave Philadelphia every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Northampton court house on Friday, Monday and Wednesday by 7 P.M. Returning—Leave Northampton court house every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Philadelphia on Wednesday, Friday and Monday by 7 P.M.
VIRGINIA.
2. From Northampton court house to Norfolk three times a week.
April 1 to November 15. Leave Northampton court house every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8 P.M., and arrive at Norfolk in 24 hours. Returning—Leave Norfolk every Wednesday, Friday and Monday at 4 A.M., and arrive at Northampton court house in twenty-four hours.
November 15 to April 1. Leave Northampton court house every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 3 A.M., and arrive at Norfolk in 24 hours. Returning—Leave Norfolk every Monday, Wednesday and Friday by 4 A.M., and arrive at Northampton court house in 24 hours.
PENNSYLVANIA & MARYLAND.
3. From Philadelphia by Wilmington, Newport, Christiana, Middletown, Warwick and Georgetown cross roads to Chester three times a week.
May 1 to November 1. Leave Philadelphia every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday by 9 P.M., and arrive at Chester the next day by 8 P.M. Returning—Leave Chester every Monday, Wednesday and Friday by 9 P.M., and arrive at Philadelphia the next day by 8 P.M.
November 1 to May 1. Leave Philadelphia every Monday and Friday by 9 A.M., and arrive at Chester on Tuesday and Saturday by 4 P.M. Returning—Leave Chester every Monday and Friday by 8 A.M., and arrive at Philadelphia on Tuesday and Saturday by 4 P.M.
MARYLAND.
4. From Chestertown by Centerville, Easton, Newmarket, Vienna, Salisbury, Snowhill and Princess Ann to Salisbury once a week.
Receive the mail at Chestertown every Wednesday at 7 A.M., arrive at Easton by 4 P.M. Leave Easton on Thursday by 6 A.M., arrive at Snowhill on Friday by 1 P.M., and at Princess Ann by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Princess Ann on Sunday by 10 A.M., arrive at Easton the next day by 8 P.M., and arrive at Chestertown the next day by 4 P.M.
5. From Harford by Bel Air to the Black horse once a week.
Leave Harford every Tuesday by 10 A.M., and arrive at Black horse by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Black horse on Wednesday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Harford the next Tuesday by 9 A.M.
PENNSYLVANIA, MARYLAND and VIRGINIA.
6. From Delimere by Black horse to Yorktown once a week.
Leave Delimere every Friday by 4 P.M., and arrive at Black horse on Saturday by 10 A.M., and arrive at Yorktown by 8 P.M. Returning—Leave Yorktown every Thursday by 7 A.M., and arrive at Delimere on Friday by 8 P.M.
7. From Yorktown by Hanover, Peterburg, Tazewell and Fredericksburg to Leeburg once a week.
Leave Yorktown every Monday at 3 A.M., and arrive at Fredericksburg on Tuesday by 8 P.M., and arrive at Leeburg on Wednesday by 2 P.M. Returning—Leave Leeburg every Friday at noon, and arrive at Yorktown by 6 P.M. on Sunday.
8. From Yorktown by Abbotstown, Gettysburg, Fairfield, Elizabethtown, Williamsport, Martinsburg, Winchester, Steubenville and Strasburg to Woodstock once a week.
Leave Yorktown every Sunday by noon, arrive at Martinsburg on Tuesday by 11 A.M. Leave Martinsburg on Tuesday noon and arrive at Woodstock on Wednesday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Woodstock on Thursday by 6 A.M., arrive at Martinsburg on Friday by 11 A.M., and arrive at Yorktown on Sunday by 11 A.M.
9. From Pittsburgh by Cannonsburg, Washington, West Liberty and Wheeling to the mouth of Fishing creek once a week (contract for one year only).
Leave Pittsburgh every Friday by 9 A.M., and arrive at Fishing creek on Sunday by 9 A.M. Returning—Leave Fishing creek on Wednesday by 8 A.M., and arrive at Pittsburgh on Friday by 8 A.M.
10. From Washington by Brownsville and Union to Morgantown once a week.
Leave Union every Friday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Washington by 6 P.M. Leave Washington on Saturday at 6 A.M., arrive at Morgantown on Sunday by 6 P.M. Leave Morgantown on Monday at 8 A.M., and arrive at Union by 3 P.M.
11. From Baltimore by Frederickburg, Elizabethtown, Greencastle and Chambersburg to Shippensburg once a week.
Leave Baltimore every Friday by 11 A.M., arrive at Frederickburg on Saturday by 10 A.M., at Elizabethtown in the evening, and at Shippensburg on Monday by 7 P.M. Returning—Leave Shippensburg every Tuesday at 9 A.M., arrive at Elizabethtown at 8 P.M., at Frederickburg on Wednesday noon, and at Baltimore on Thursday by 5 P.M.
MARYLAND.
12. From Elizabethtown by Hancock and Oldtown to Cumberland once a week.
Leave Cumberland every Saturday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Elizabethtown on Monday by 8 A.M. Returning—Leave Elizabethtown every Monday by 10 A.M., and arrive at Cumberland on Tuesday by 6 P.M.
13. From Baltimore to Annapolis once a week.
Leave Baltimore every Monday at 8 A.M., and arrive at Annapolis by 5 P.M. Returning—Leave Annapolis every Tuesday at 8 A.M., and arrive at Baltimore by 8 P.M.
14. From Baltimore by Annapolis, Queen Anne's Upper Marlborough, Piscataway, Portobacco, Alexandria, Newport and Chaptico to Leonardtown once a week.
Leave Baltimore every Friday at 10 A.M., arrive at Annapolis at 5 P.M. Leave Annapolis on Saturday at 6 A.M., arrive at Upper Marlborough by noon, arrive at Piscataway by 6 P.M., arrive at Leonardtown every Monday forenoon by 9 o'clock. Returning—Leave Leonardtown every Monday at 3 P.M., arrive at Piscataway on Tuesday by 6 P.M., arrive at Upper Marlborough on Wednesday by 11 A.M., and arrive at Annapolis by 6 P.M. Leave Annapolis on Thursday by 7 A.M., and arrive at Baltimore by 3 P.M.
15. From Annapolis by Lower Marlborough, Huntingdon and Calvert court house to St. Leonard once a week.
Leave Annapolis every Saturday at 9 A.M., and arrive at St. Leonard on Monday by 3 P.M. Returning—Leave St. Leonard every Monday at 4 P.M., and arrive at Annapolis the next Saturday by 6 A.M.
16. From Bladensburg by Upper Marlborough, Nottingham, Lower Marlborough, Aquasco, Benedict and Charlottehall to Chaptico once a week.
Leave Bladensburg every Saturday at 9 A.M., arrive at Upper Marlborough by noon and at Lower Marlborough by 5 P.M., and at Chaptico by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Chaptico every Thursday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Bladensburg on Saturday at 6 A.M.
17. From Georgetown by Montgomery court house to Fredericktown once a week.
Leave Georgetown every Friday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Fredericktown by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Fredericktown every Thursday by 5 A.M., and arrive at Georgetown by 5 P.M.
VIRGINIA.
18. From Woodstock by Newmarket, Rockingham court house, Staunton, Lexington and Fincastle to Big Lick once a week.
Leave Woodstock every Thursday by 6 A.M., arrive at Staunton on Friday at 1 P.M. Leave Staunton every Friday at 2 P.M., arrive at Big Lick on Sunday by 11 A.M. Returning—Leave Big Lick on Sunday by 1 P.M., arrive at Staunton every Tuesday by 11 A.M. Leave Staunton by 12 o'clock (noon) and arrive at Woodstock on Wednesday by 5 P.M.
19. From Big Lick by Montgomery court house and Wythe court house to Abingdon once a week.
Leave Big Lick every Sunday at 2 P.M., and arrive at Wythe court house on Tuesday at 2 P.M., and at Abingdon on Wednesday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Abingdon every Thursday by 6 A.M., arrive at Wythe court house on Friday by 2 P.M., and arrive at Big Lick on Sunday by 11 A.M.
TENNESSEE.
20. From Abingdon, Vir. by Jonesborough, Greeneville, Moffat's store and Jefferson court house to Knoxville once a week.
Leave Abingdon every Thursday by 6 A.M., arrive at Moffat's store on Saturday by 8 A.M. Leave Moffat's by 9 A.M., and arrive at Knoxville on Sunday by 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Knoxville every Sunday by 2 P.M., arrive at Moffat's on Monday by 3 P.M. Leave Moffat's on Monday at 4 P.M., and arrive at Abingdon on Wednesday by 7 P.M.
VIRGINIA.
21. From Winchester by Romney to Moorfields once a week.
Leave Winchester every Thursday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Moorfields on Friday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Moorfields every Saturday at 8 A.M., and arrive at Winchester on Sunday by 6 P.M.
22. From Alexandria by Centerville, Leesburg and Shepherdstown to Martinsburg once a week.
Leave Alexandria every Wednesday by 9 A.M., and arrive at Martinsburg on Friday by 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Martinsburg every Friday by noon & arrive at Alexandria on Monday by 7 A.M.
23. From Frederickburg by Port Royal, Linton, Tappahannock, Urbanna and Gloucester court house to Yorktown once a week.
Leave Frederickburg every Wednesday by 6 A.M., arrive at Tappahannock on Thursday by 11 A.M. Leave Tappahannock at noon and arrive at Yorktown on Saturday by 11 A.M. Returning—Leave Yorktown every Saturday at 1 P.M., arrive at Tappahannock the next Monday noon and arrive at Frederickburg on Tuesday by 5 P.M.
24. From Tappahannock by Richmond court house, Westmoreland court house, Kinfaie, Farnham church and Northumberland court house to Lancaster court house once a week.
Leave Tappahannock every Thursday noon and arrive at Lancaster court house on Saturday by 11 A.M. Returning—Leave Lancaster court house every Saturday by 1 P.M., and arrive at Tappahannock on Monday by 11 A.M.
25. From Frederickburg by Culpeper court house to Charlottesville & Orange, once a week.
Leave Frederickburg every Tuesday by 10 A.M., and arrive at Charlottesville on Thursday by 11 A.M. Returning—Leave Charlottesville on Saturday at 8 P.M., and arrive at Frederickburg on Tuesday by 6 A.M.
26. From Richmond by Goochland court house Columbia and Charlottesville to Staunton once a week.
Leave Richmond every Tuesday at 1 P.M., arrive at Charlottesville on Thursday by 11 A.M. Leave Charlottesville by noon and arrive at Staunton on Friday by 11 A.M. Returning—Leave Staunton on Saturday by 6 A.M., arrive at Charlottesville by 7 P.M., and arrive at Richmond the next Tuesday by 11 A.M.
27. From Staunton by Bath court house and Sweet Springs to Greenbrier court house once a week.
Leave Staunton every Saturday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Greenbrier court house on Monday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Greenbrier court house every Monday by 9 A.M., and arrive at Staunton on Thursday by 3 P.M.
28. From Charlottesville by Warren, Warminster, New Market, Amherst court house, Cabellburg, and Madison to Lynchburg once a week.
Leave Charlottesville every Thursday at 1 P.M., and arrive at Lynchburg on Saturday at 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Lynchburg every Tuesday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Charlottesville on Thursday by 10 A.M.
29. From Richmond by Hanovetown, Ayletts and Todds to Tappahannock once a week or if carried in flages as often as they shall run.
Leave Richmond every Wednesday at 5 A.M., arrive at Todds at 3 P.M., and at Tappahannock on Thursday at 11 A.M. Returning—Leave Tappahannock on Monday at 1 P.M., and arrive at Richmond on Tuesday by 5 P.M.
30. From Richmond by Hopkins', Powhatan court house, Cumberland court house, Prince Edward court house and Lynchburg to New London, once a week.
Leave Richmond every Tuesday at 8 A.M., arrive at Prince Edward on Wednesday at 8 P.M., and arrive at Lynchburg on Friday at 8 A.M., and at New London by 10 A.M. Returning—Leave New London every Friday at 2 P.M., arrive at Lynchburg by 5 P.M., arrive at Prince Edward on Saturday by 7 P.M., and arrive at Richmond on Monday by 4 P.M.
31. From New London by Liberty to Fincastle once a week.
Leave New London every Friday at 1 P.M., and arrive at Fincastle on Saturday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Fincastle on Monday at 5 A.M., and arrive at New London on Tuesday noon.
32. From Liberty by Rocky Mount to Martinsville once in two weeks.
Leave Liberty every other Saturday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Martinsville on Sunday by 6 P.M. Leave Martinsville on Monday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Liberty on Tuesday by 6 P.M.
33. From Prince Edward court house by Charlotte court house to Halifax court house once a week.
Leave Prince Edward court house every Thursday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Halifax court house on Friday at 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Halifax court house on Friday by 2 P.M., and arrive at Prince Edward court house on Saturday by 6 P.M.
VIRGINIA and NORTH-CAROLINA.
34. From Halifax court house by Halifax old town, Carters, Martinville, Patrick court house, Upper Sauria, Germantown and Bethania to Salem once in two weeks.
Leave Halifax court house every other Friday at 9 P.M., and arrive at Salem the next Monday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Salem every other Tuesday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Halifax court house on Friday by 10 A.M.
35. From Harris's by Hicket's ford to Halifax twice a week.
Leave Harris's every Wednesday and Saturday by 5 A.M., and arrive at Halifax by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Halifax every Thursday and Sunday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Harris's by 7 P.M.
VIRGINIA.
36. From Smithfield by Southampton court house to Hicket's ford once a week.
Leave Hicket's ford every other Friday by 2 P.M., and arrive at Smithfield on Saturday by 5 P.M. Returning—Leave Smithfield every other Sunday by 5 A.M., and arrive at Hicket's ford on Monday by 2 P.M.
37. From Goldsboro by Beaufort, St. Tammany's, Meeklenburg and Luenburg court-houses and Edmunds store to Goldsboro once a week.
Leave Goldsboro every Wednesday at 10 A.M., and return the next Saturday by 3 P.M., waiting at each Post-Office 2 hours after delivery of the mail.
VIRGINIA & NORTH-CAROLINA.
38. From Suffolk by Edenton, Plymouth and Washington to Newbern, once a week. Leave Suffolk every Monday at noon, arrive at Edenton on Tuesday at 1 P.M., at Plymouth on Wednesday by 6 A.M., at Washington by 6 P.M., and at Newbern on Thursday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Newbern every Friday by 6 A.M., arrive at Washington by 5 P.M., at Plymouth on Saturday by 4 P.M., at Edenton on Sunday by 9 A.M., and at Suffolk on Monday by 9 A.M.
NORTH-CAROLINA.
39. From Edenton by Hertford, Nixon, Elizabeth city and Jonesboro to Indian-town, once a week.
Leave Edenton every Wednesday by 1 A.M., and arrive at Indian-town on Thursday by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Indian-town every Tuesday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Edenton on Wednesday by 11 A.M.
40. From Halifax by Northampton court-house, Princeton, Murfreesborough, Winton and Windsor to Edenton, once a week.
Leave Halifax every Monday at 9 A.M., and arrive at Edenton on Wednesday by 3 P.M. Leave Edenton on Wednesday by 6 P.M., and arrive at Halifax on Saturday by 11 A.M.
41. From Halifax by Scotland, Hogton, Williamston and Daily's to Plymouth, once a week. Leave Halifax every Monday at 9 A.M., and arrive at Plymouth on Wednesday by 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Plymouth on Wednesday at 2 P.M., and arrive at Halifax on Friday at 10 A.M.
42. From Halifax by Tarboro' and Greenville to Washington once a week.
Leave Halifax every Monday at 10 A.M., and arrive at Washington on Wednesday by 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Washington every Wednesday at 9 P.M., and arrive at Halifax on Friday at 10 A.M.
43. From Halifax by Warrenton, Williamborough, Oxford, Hillsborough, Martinville, Salem, Lexington, Salisbury and Stateville to Charlotte and from Charlotte by Gabarra court-house to Salisbury, and from thence by the same route to Halifax, once a week.
Leave Halifax every Monday at 9 A.M., arrive at Warrenton by 7 P.M., arrive at Hillsborough on Wednesday at 4 P.M., at Salem on Friday by 5 P.M., at Salisbury on Saturday at 4 P.M., and at Charlotte on Monday by 6 A.M. Returning—Leave Charlotte on Monday by 10 A.M., arrive at Salisbury on Tuesday by 10 A.M., arrive at Salem on Wednesday by 9 A.M., at Hillsborough on Friday by 9 A.M., at Warrenton on Saturday at 7 P.M., and at Halifax on Monday at 6 A.M.
44. From Hillsborough by Mount Tazewell, Peyton court-house, Leesburg, Caldwell court-house and Rockingham court-house to Germantown once in two weeks.
Leave Hillsborough every other Thursday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Germantown on Saturday at 6 P.M. Leave Germantown every other Sunday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Hillsborough on Tuesday at 4 P.M.
45. From Salem by Bethania, Huntville, Roanoke, Wilkes, Morganton and Rutherford to Spartanburg in S. C. once in two weeks.
Leave Salem every other Saturday at 5 A.M., and arrive at Spartanburg on Wednesday at 5 P.M. Leave Spartanburg every other Thursday at 7 A.M., and arrive at Salem the next Monday at 6 P.M.
46. From Louisburg by Nash court-house to Tarborough once a week.
Leave Louisburg every Friday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Tarborough by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Tarborough every Saturday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Louisburg by 6 P.M.
47. From Raleigh by Smithfield, Waynesborough and Kingston to Newbern, once in two weeks.
Leave Raleigh every other Tuesday by 8 A.M., and arrive at Newbern the next Friday by 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Newbern every other Friday by 9 A.M., and arrive at Raleigh on Monday by 6 P.M.
48. From Raleigh by Chapel hill to Hillsborough, and from Hillsborough by Chapel hill and Chatham court-house to Raleigh, once a week. To wait two hours at Chatham court-house.
Leave Raleigh every Tuesday by 6 A.M., and arrive at Hillsborough by 6 P.M. Returning—Leave Hillsborough every Wednesday by 8 A.M., and arrive at Raleigh on Thursday by 10 A.M.
49. From Fayetteville by Elizabethtown, Belfield and Springfield to Wilmington, and from Wilmington by S. Washington, Sarecto and Sampson court-house to Fayetteville, once a week.
Leave Fayetteville every Tuesday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Wilmington on Thursday at 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Wilmington every Thursday at 1 P.M., and arrive at Fayetteville on Sunday by 5 P.M.
50. From Fayetteville by Alden and Randolph court-house to Salisbury, and from Salisbury by Montgomery court-house, Anson court-house and Richmond court-house to Fayetteville, once a week.
Leave Fayetteville every Saturday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Salisbury on Tuesday by 9 A.M. Leave Salisbury every Tuesday noon and arrive at Fayetteville on Friday by 6 P.M.
51. From Newbern by Trenton and Richland to Wilmington once a week.
Leave Newbern every Friday at 10 A.M., and arrive at Wilmington on Sunday by 6 P.M. Leave Wilmington every Tuesday at 10 A.M., and arrive at Newbern on Thursday by 6 P.M.
SOUTH & NORTH-CAROLINA.
52. From Camden by Laurens court-house, Charlotte and Lincoln to Stateville, once in two weeks.
Leave Camden every other Monday at 6 A.M., arrive at Stateville on Thursday by 6 P.M. Leave Stateville every other Friday by 1 P.M., and arrive at Camden on Monday by 6 P.M.
SOUTH-CAROLINA.
53. From Columbia by Winnsborough, Chester court-house, Pinckneyville, Aiken furnace, Spartanburg and Greenville court-house to Pickettville, and from Pickettville by Laurens court-house and Newbury court-house to Columbia, once a week; waiting one hour at each post-office on the route.
Leave Columbia every Monday at 9 A.M., arrive at Spartanburg every Wednesday by 3 P.M., arrive at Pickettville on Thursday at 4 P.M., arrive at Laurens court-house on Friday at 4 P.M., and at Columbia on Sunday by 6 P.M.
54. From Columbia by Orangeburg to Charleston, once a week.
Leave Columbia every Monday at 10 A.M., and arrive at Charleston on Thursday at 10 A.M. Returning—Leave Charleston every Thursday at 2 P.M., and arrive at Columbia on Sunday at noon.
SOUTH-CAROLINA & GEORGIA.
55. From Edgefield court-house by Cambridge, Abbeville court-house, Peadleton court-house, Hattiesburg, Franklin court-house, Edenton and Petersburg to Washington, and from Washington by Petersburg and Cambridge to Edgefield court-house, once a week.
Leave Edgefield court-house every Friday by 8 A.M., arrive at Peadleton court-house on Sunday by 9 A.M., arrive at Franklin court-house by 7 P.M., at Petersburg on Tuesday by 10 A.M., and at Washington by 5 P.M. Leave Washington every Wednesday at 6 A.M., at Cambridge on Thursday by 10 A.M., and at Edgefield court-house by 7 P.M.
56. From Augusta by Washington, Greenburg and Lexington to Georgetown, once a week.
Leave Augusta every Monday at 3 P.M., arrive at Georgetown on Tuesday by 5 P.M., and arrive at Augusta on Thursday by 7 P.M. Returning—Leave Georgetown every Friday at 6 A.M., and arrive at Augusta by noon on Monday.
57. From Garden's Corner to Beaufort once a week. Leave Beaufort every Thursday at 2 P.M., and arrive at Garden's Corner by 8 P.M. Returning—Leave Garden's Corner every Thursday at 5 A.M., and arrive at Beaufort by 10 A.M.
Note 1. The Post-Master General may alter the times of arrival and departure at any time during the continuance of the contracts, be previously stipulating an adequate compensation for any extra expense that may be occasioned thereby.
Note 2. Half an hour shall be allowed for opening and closing the Mail at all offices where no particular time is specified.
Note 3. For every hour's delay (unavoidable accidents excepted) in arriving after the times prescribed in any contract, the Contractor shall forfeit one dollar, and if the delay continues after the departure of any departing Mail, whereby the Mail defined for such departing Mail, lost a trip, an additional forfeiture of five dollars shall be incurred.
Note 4. Newspapers as well as Letters are to be sent in the Mail; and if any person making proposals desires to carry newspapers other than those conveyed in the mail, for his own emolument, he must state in his proposals for what sum he will carry it with that emolument and for what sum without that emolument.
Note 5. Should any person making proposals desire an alteration of the times of arrival and departure above specified, he must state in his proposals the alterations desired, and the difference they will make in the terms of his contract.
Note 6. Persons making proposals are desired to state their prices in words, for the year, and not by the mile. Those who contract will receive their pay quarterly, in the months of January, April, July and October, in default on the post office on the route and in bank notes.
Note 7. The contracts are to be in operation on the 31st day of April next, and continue for four years, until the 31st day of March inclusive, in the year 1802.
JOSEPH HABERSHAM, Post-Master General. GENERAL POST OFFICE, Philadelphia, December 18, 1797.
MRS. GRATTAN,
RESPECTFULLY informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of the city, that her first CONCERT of Vocal Music will be on Thursday next, the 21st of December, inst. at Mr. RICHARDSON's.
ACT I.
Quartette—Angels ever bright, Pleyel Handel
Song—Messrs. Carr, Darley, jun. and Hill, The Mariners
Song—Mr. Carr
Duet—Mrs. Grattan and Mr. Carr, Passeillo
Song—Mr. Darley, jun.
Scotch Glee—Mrs. Grattan, Messrs. Carr, Darley, Hill.
ACT II.
Concerto Piano Forte, (by a young lady) Viotti Sacchini
Song—Mrs. Grattan
Glee—Messrs. Carr, Darley and Hill, Jackson

C O N G R E S S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
THURSDAY—DECEMBER 14. Continuation of the Debate on the subject of Foreign Coins.
Mr. HAVENS thought the report of the committee was somewhat inconsistent, as it proposed crowns, &c. should pass at their full value at the custom-house, yet expected them to depreciate, and by that means get to the bank. Besides, said he, their not being a legal tender, will not depreciate them; for it was not one payment in ten thousand in which it was necessary to make a legal tender: it was seldom, that a creditor was compelled to receive a debt; creditors were everywhere ready to receive their money generally before their debtors were ready to pay. Banknotes were not a legal tender in any parts of the United States, yet there was no difficulty in passing them. If a creditor were offered current money, he would not care anything about its not being a legal tender; but, if a legal tender were required, it would be an easy matter to procure money which was legal for that which was current. The inconvenience which had been complained of, from the depreciation of crowns, arose from the alarm which the proclamation on the subject had occasioned; but when that alarm ceased, which it soon would do, crowns would pass as usual. He was warranted in this supposition by the law respecting copper coin, which forbade any copper coin, except cents and half cents, from being circulated, on pain of being forfeited, besides ten dollars as a penalty; yet, notwithstanding bare copper coin was everywhere in circulation. He referred to another law of a similar nature. It was clear, therefore, that coin would not be forced into the mint, except its value was depreciated, which must be effected not only by saying it shall not be a legal tender, but by making it penal to offer it in payment. Besides, if it would have the effect to force the foreign coin into the custom-houses, it would never get into the mint. The coin collected at Boston and other distant ports, did not come to Philadelphia; but, suppose the law fixed the matter so, that such coin should come into the Treasury of the United States, it would not be difficult to shew that it would be impossible for government to put it into the mint to be re-coined. He was warranted in this conclusion by the law regulating foreign coin. That act, he said, declared, that all gold and silver coin, except Spanish dollars, and parts thereof, received by government, should not be re-issued, but sent to the mint to be re-coined; yet this law had not been complied with. Mr. H. said, he was on a committee respecting the mint last year, and he enquired of the Secretary of the Treasury why this law had not gone into effect, and he was given for answer, that the mint was in such a situation that it could not give any security that the coin sent there would be re-coined in any reasonable time. Indeed, from what he said, he inferred, that government wanted the money so much, that it could not be spared to go to the mint. To agree to the report, would have the appearance of giving support to the mint; but it would not be really doing any such thing. This was his idea. But if this coin were to go to the mint, where would be the advantage? He could not see any. He believed, therefore, the best way would be to suspend the operation of the act restraining the circulation of foreign coin, and leave the mint upon its present footing until something effectual could be done for its support.
Mr. BALDWIN said, in determining upon the question before them, it was not necessary to examine the principles upon which the mint was established. Supposing all the principles, and the effects supposed to be produced right, the only thing was, they were expected to have been produced sooner than it was now found they were. He could not agree to the motion of the gentleman from Pennsylvania. He thought they should extend the time of withdrawing foreign coin from circulation for a year or two longer. Nor would he have it supposed from the wish, that he was hostile to the mint: he originally voted for it, and was not now convinced it would not prove eventually advantageous to the country. To give further time for the maturing of this business, was doing no more than they were obliged frequently to do in other business under this government. They were scarcely aware how slowly the laws passed over so extensive a country as ours. He believed the law proposed to stop the circulation of certain species of foreign coin had done some good; but he believed it would have a bad effect, if it were to take place the ensuing summer. He did not believe that the mint establishment had ever before been contemplated for so extensive a country as the United States. In most countries where mints were established, there was, he said, a great mercantile center, which acted like the heart in the human body, to circulate the medium of commerce. In this country the case was different. Some parts of the United States, he said, were almost as much connected with other countries at they were with other parts of our own. In Great-Britain, for instance, when the coin got debased, it was always transmitted to London to be re-coined and new coin could always be received in its stead. But, said he, we must be contented to move more slowly. In some instances, where mints had been established, there was not so much Bank paper in circulation as in this country, which had been a mean of retarding our progress. He was not, however, for giving up the object, because their expectations had been, in some degree, deceived. He did not think the mint could ever be supported by foreign coin alone; it would be necessary to be supplied with bullion also. Gentlemen had said the effects of our coin had not been felt at all. They had certainly been felt considerably, in some parts.
Some valuable plate had, of late been brought to the mint from foreign countries, more than perhaps would be brought in future. But he hoped further time would be given before foreign coin was attempted to be withdrawn from circulation.
Mr. R. WILLIAMS was in favor of postponing the operation of the law; though he could not see so distinctly as other gentlemen the difference between the report of the committee, and the proposition of the gentleman from Virginia. The committee say French crowns, &c. shall be received for revenue, but shall not be a common tender. If the report had made them a tender for all payments under the federal government, he thought the report would have been of equal extent with the amendment; as he supposed congress had not the power of saying what should, or should not be a tender in the several states. He thought he was warranted in this assertion by the constitution, in the 8th section of the 1st article of which it was said, "Congress shall have the power to coin money, regulate the value thereof, and of foreign coin, and fix the standard of weights and measures;" and in the 10th section of the same article, where it speaks of what the individual states shall not do, it says, "no state shall coin money, emit bills of credit, make any thing but gold and silver coin a tender in payment of debts." From these two passages of the constitution, it was evident, that the individual states might make a tender of what coin they pleased, provided they did it according to the value fixed upon it by congress. So that the difficulty would not be so great as had been imagined, if the law was not postponed, though he thought it ought to be, as it had not been sufficiently notified. Another reason with him for wishing for a postponement was, that if farther time were given, the different states would make their tender laws conformable to those of the United States; if not, they would keep up their present laws and there would be a clashing betwixt them. He professed himself a friend of the mint establishment, as he supposed the principles upon which it was founded were laudable and proper; but he was against carrying any law into effect which should injure the people of the United States.
Mr. GALLATIN said he felt no kind of aversion to the mint establishment itself; he wished to see it well supported with bullion, and of importance to the United States; but he felt some aversion to the expenses of the establishment, without any benefit being produced from it. So far as this went, the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Otis) might apply his observation to him of "being an enemy to the mint;" yet he thought that gentleman was mistaken in thinking the present question was so closely connected with the existence of the mint. He believed if there were means of making the mint establishment beneficial, they were not those proposed by that gentleman. There were two subjects before the committee; the one to suspend the act altogether, the other to leave it to operate on gold coin only. He believed a single view of the quantity of gold coin issued from the mint since its establishment, would shew the latter to be an improper measure. The whole amount of gold coined at the mint on the 30th of September, 1796, was only the value of 149,445 dollars. When the laws relative to the suspension of the circulation of foreign coins were passed, it was on the idea that at the time the provisions were to take effect, there would be a sufficiency of our own coin to supply its place. It was clear that this was not the case; and he did not see how a person could be charged with immunity to the mint because he was disposed to allow farther time for its operations. It could not be expected, Mr. G. said, under present circumstances, that much foreign coin should be brought to the mint, until it were depreciated; therefore, unless the amendment of his colleague went to depreciate it, they could not suppose it would go to the mint. He drew this conclusion from what had already taken place; for out of 10,000 ounces of gold which had been received at the mint, not more than 1300 were in coin. Except foreign coin was, therefore, reduced to the value of bullion, it would not go to the mint, and it would certainly be unjust to reduce it, whilst it remained in the hands of the people. In relation to foreign silver coin, a difference of opinion existed whether the law should be wholly or partially suspended as it related to it. In the first place it might be observed, that the proportion which French crowns bore to whole amount of foreign silver coin in circulation was very small, and therefore no great advantage could be derived to the United States from throwing them out of circulation. But, said he, suppose all the French crowns in the United States, were now in the mint, and were to be re-coined into dollars, where would be the advantage? He did not understand that the object of the mint was merely to put a certain impression upon money, but that we might observe a proper control over our circulating medium, so as to keep it pure. Suppose the proportion of French crowns to dollars, were as ten to one, would not the effect be, that nine-tenths of our circulating medium would still be in foreign coin? Where then would be the advantage? If the French crowns were debased, there would be some reasons for calling them in, but not otherwise. It might be said it would give employment to the mint; but it would be employment without advantage, which could not be desired. But it had been shown by the gentleman from Maryland, that if the French crowns were in the banks, it would be impossible to get them to the mint, from the expense of transportation, and the loss which would be occasioned by the absence of the coin from their coffers. There was, in his opinion, a much easier way of replenishing the mint, without encountering any of the difficulties which would attend the forcing out of circulation foreign coin; it was by making an appropriation of 100,000 dollars for the
purchase of bullion, and this was the only way in which it could be effectually done. But this was not all; suppose all the foreign coin in circulation re-coined into dollars, What would be the effect? They would be exported by our merchants equally with Spanish dollars, whereas, whilst the silver remained in crowns, they were suffered to remain. Mr. G. said he had already observed, he was opposed to the mint only, if no advantage could be derived from it; and if, after going into the business as far as possible, it was found the establishment could not be of any use, it certainly would be better to get rid of it. But whatever his opinion on this subject might be, it was unconnected with the present question. The report of the committee on the subject of the mint, recommended an appropriation of money, which was certainly the cheapest way of supporting it. When that report came under consideration, the question would arise whether the establishment was useful, or whether it should be abandoned. He hoped the amendment of his colleague would be rejected, and that of the gentleman from Virginia agreed to.
Mr. OTIS rose to reply, and observed that such arguments of the gentleman last up, as were at all pertinent to the subject would have been more applicable if the original question relative to the suppression of foreign coin were before the committee. But as the law affecting this coin was in actual operation, the true question was whether some of the inconveniences were not past remedy, and whether all these objections would not occur after any limited period. The law had already operated injuriously upon necessitous persons who had been compelled to part with their foreign silver at a discount of ten per cent. It was now accumulated either in the hands of those who had speculated upon their necessities, or of those who had a sufficiency of other kinds of money, and could afford the expense and delay, if any, that would attend the re-coining; or to suspend the law for two years, would enable those who held this coin to return it into circulation at an advanced rate, among those who had already been compelled to suffer a loss; the inconveniences would be aggravated, and fall upon the same class of people. Two years hence, there would be more silver in the country, and it would be more remotely diffused with our increasing population. The oblation of circulation would then affect a larger portion of the community, and every argument would then apply with greater force. If it was true that the French crowns amounted only to a tenth part of the circulating silver; it was a good reason for beginning with the suppression of those; and although a great part of the coin would still be foreign, a gradual reformation would in time supplant it altogether—but if this argument was intended to prove that if foreign coin should not be decreed until the mint had coined enough to supply its place; it would follow that the mint should be abolished; for this could never happen; no man acquainted with the nature of money operations could imagine that by this or any other institution a sufficient quantity of bullion could be collected to supplant at once the whole foreign coin in actual circulation. As to the expense and delay attending the transportation of the crowns to the mint, it was true that they would amount to a small deduction from their real value; this must always happen; but this would fall chiefly upon the banks into whose vaults the silver would be collected from the custom-houses, and this would be rendered inconsiderable to those institutions, as large quantities could be transported with a small escort, and they would gladly defray the expense for the sake of having the money pass twice thro' their vaults. Mr. Otis denied that this measure would facilitate the exportation of specie. He did not believe that our dollars would be in greater demand for foreign markets at least for sometime than French crowns; but however that might be, a supply of specie would always be required, and when required it would be procured for foreign markets. If the coin was all of one standard and denomination, no mischief would arise from its exportation. The demand would be just what it ought to be, and its place would be always supplied with the same kind of coin. It was only while a preference existed in favor of one description of money, that unnatural and forced means were adopted for retaining the money, and thus obstructing the free course of trade. Nor would this diminish the importation of silver. The real difference between bullion and coined silver was so trifling in most countries, that no reason was to be inferred from the small importations of bullion, that such a decided preference was given to coin because it was current in this country—On the contrary the value of bullion being for the most part superior to that of coin, it was often purchased by the European governments, and a premium was sometimes given for bringing it to the mints—This was the true reason why so little had been imported, but he had no apprehension that the merchants of this country would not always be glad to receive silver and gold for their commodities, either as bullion or as coin. The course of trade was not to be obstructed by obstacles of this nature—There would be always a quantity of circulating medium adequate to the purposes of commerce—And there could never be more or less than that quantity for a long period.
Mr. BROOKS wished the committee might rise, in order to give time for consideration. The question for rising was put and negatived 47 to 33.
Mr. MACON said it seemed to be the object of the friends of the mint to force the foreign coin into the banks, and from thence into the mint; but they seemed to have lost sight of those parts of the country where there were no banks. There was no bank, he said, from Alexandria to Charleston, which embraced at least one-fifth part of the whole Union, yet nothing was said about this part of the country. Unless the
law was postponed, great inconveniences would be experienced in those parts of the country, as there are more crowns in circulation than had been supposed. As to what coin had been issued from the mint, it was a mere trifle; it was scarcely equal to the expenses of government, in the civil and military departments, for six months.
The question on the amendment proposed by Mr. Sitgreaves being put, it was negatived without a division.
Mr. NICHOLAS's amendment then returning for consideration.
Mr. VARNUM thought it would be best to move to suspend the operation of the second section of the act, as he had some doubts as to the propriety of the expression used in the resolution.
Mr. NICHOLAS acquiesced, and the question being put, it was carried without a division.
The committee then rose, the House agreed to the amendment, and a bill was ordered to be reported.
The Gazette. PHILADELPHIA, MONDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 18.
Last Saturday night arrived from Ireland Mr. Baxter, of this city, who left Cork on the 28th of October, in the brig Cincinnati, (now at Reedy Island) and informs that 3 days previous to leaving Cork, intelligence was received of the total defeat of the Dutch fleet. He states, that while the British fleet under Admiral Duncan, were repairing in Yarmouth Roads, (who had left his station off the Texel for that purpose) a cutter brought him advice of the Dutch fleet being at sea, upon which the Admiral as soon as possible went out, and meeting the Dutch about the 17th of Oct. they were totally defeated—the Dutch Rear and Vice Admirals taken, with eight ships of the line; the remainder were pursued when the intelligence left the fleet. This news is without doubt true, as, on the day when Mr. Baxter left Cork, it was confirmed by an express from Admiral Duncan, which occasioned a royal salute to be fired by all the ships of war in the Cove.
Mr. Baxter has favoured us with papers to the 12th of October, the latest brought by the Cincinnati; they contain no news, nor does our informant mention any intelligence from the Continent. (Amer. D. A.)
Extract of a letter from a Gentleman on his way home from this City, dated Snowhill, Monday the 11th inst.
"I have nothing particular to add, only, that as I passed through Dover two men suffered sentence of the law, which made a strong impression on my mind—they were nailed by both ears to the pillory, and cut loose, leaving part of those members fast to the wood. One of them received thirty-nine lashes, the other, though condemned to the same punishment was excused by the Executive from that part of the sentence on supposition that he was unable to bear the lash; he had been previous to the trial by some means furnished with a file with which he cut off his hand cuffs, with the bar whereof he knocked down the Jailor and was making his escape, but being obstructed by an outer gate the Jailor came to himself, and in his turn gave the Prisoner a severe blow on the side by throwing an iron wedge at him, which laid him sprawling, and his life was at first despaired of—Now my Friend, I feel myself mortified that the human form should be thus mutilated, but yet I do think that cropping the ears is but a just and natural punishment where the offence is such as requires a mark to be set on the perpetrator to prevent similar practices. The crime they had committed was the most atrocious that can be committed by man against man, murder itself not excepted.
These Fellows had stollen three Negro Children in Kent County, whilst their Father was out at work, and they were actually put on board a Vessel to be carried to Carolina. The Father, Mother and Children all born free.
"A friend to laws and freedom" to-morrow.
GAZETTE MARINE LIST.
   PORT OF PHILADELPHIA.   ARRIVED     Ship Thomas Chalkey, Clark, Surinam   Mary, Patten, Havanna   Swift Packet, Gribben, Savannah   Brig Sally, Waldron, Curacoa   Sch. Mary, Hunt, St. Thomas   Commerce, Arnold, Jacmel   President, Pearson, Virginia   Good Intent, Potter, Richmond   Sloop Dolphin, Dickey, do.   Hare, Smith, New-York   Maria, King, do.   Mary, L'Hommiedieu, do.   Margaret, Copes, Virginia   Sally, Potter, do.   CLEARED   Ship Hamburg Packet, Swaine, Canton   Molly, Hodge, Liverpool   Deborah, Yang, St. Domingo   Philadelphia, Dove, St. Bartholomew   Arab, Donahue, Savannah   Sarah, Jarvis, Boston   Snow Ceres, Nicolls, Aux-Cayes   Brig Tryphena, Griffin, Corunna   Polly, Wroth, Gonaives   Ariel, Gardner, St. Croix   Betsey, Doyle, St. Augustine   Sally, Callender, Teneriffe   Malabar, Da Costa, Petit Guave   Mentor, Pettengale, N. Carolina   Two Brothers, Stodard, Georgia   Venus, Grafton, Savannah   Sch. Boston, Clark, Cape Francois   Hawk, Carhart, ditto   Pole, Hays, Jeremie   Dispat, Barry, Cork   Lively, Burrows, Surinam   Jane, Conyngham, Havanna  
   Jupiter, Barbanc, New-York   Hunter, M'Allister, N. Carolina   Polly, Willis, Alexandria   Weymouth, Guthrie, New-York   John, Lambert, Fredericksburgh   Sloop Dependence, Carson, Hipaniola   Sylvia, Macey, Nantucket   Stork, Foster, Norfolk   Harmony, Elwood, ditto   The Columbia, Lolar, 80 days from Am- sterdam, is arrived at Reedy island.   The outward bound vessels left Reedy isl- and last Saturday morning.  
By this day's Mail.
NEW-YORK, December 16. [Handed for publication by Capt. M c Dougal.] DEMARARA, OCT. 13, 1797. TO CAPT. MAINWARING, Of his Majesty's ship Babet.
SIR, We, the under signed masters of American vessels, with much pain, find ourselves under the disagreeable necessity of complaining of the usage we have received, and continue to receive from Lieutenant Mackie, commanding his Majesty's sloop George. Immediately after his arrival in this river, he began to impress our seamen, some of whom he treated extremely ill, and what has been probably the most unparadonable part of his conduct, he has fancioned his men under his own eye, to plunder our vessels and people; of which, proof sufficient can be given.—From the Schooner Betsey, of Baltimore, two thirds of a barrel of beef was emptied into his boat and carried away; besides several other articles from other vessels, hams, onions, silver shoe buckles, razors, looking glasses, &c. have been taken. Firmly relying on your goodness, as commanding officer, we have taken the liberty thus to state candidly to you, what we consider a grievance—and doubt not, but you will injoin such orders as may appear proper in this case. In the mean time, we consider ourselves solely under your protection; and several of us mean still further to claim it on the failing of the fleet, which we fondly hope, will not be denied us.
We are, Sir, yours, John M c Dougal, William Patterson, John Compton, J. Smith, A. Crafs.
This memorial was presented by John M c Dougal, and William Patterson, on board of the Babet; when orders was given to hoist the signal for the officers of the sloop George, which was immediately complied with; when the officers belonging to the said sloop George, came upon deck, the captain politely asked them and us below; and after having them severely reprimanded he ordered them on board, telling them to let lieut. Mackie know, from him, if he heard any more complaints of this, that he would put him under arrest, and send him to the admiral in Martinique—and if you have any Americans now on board, I desire you to deliver them up immediately. Then addressing himself to us—Gentlemen I am sorry to hear of any such complaints—the latter part of your memorial shall be granted with pleasure; and as many of you as will be able to get ready to sail with the fleet, will receive your instructions outside of the bar. To which we returned our hearty thanks to capt. Mainwaring.
BOSTON, Dec. 9. [Centinel.] CAPE-FRANCOIS.
On the 18th Oct. the Commission passed a Decree which revokes and annuls the Decree of the 21st Dec. last. By this measure neutral vessels have liberty to go to or come from English ports, excepting to the ports which are in a state of rebellion against the Republic as well in St. Domingo, as in the windward Islands. By the same Decree, there is a Tribunal of prize causes established in the town of the Cape, composed of three Judges and a Secretary. The Commission reserves to itself the power of ratifying or annulling the judgment rendered by the said Tribunal. Polonios, secretary to the Commission on the Cape, gave the above to Capt. Hillman, about a month since, and requested him to give it publicity. A letter from Cadiz, of a late date, mentions, that notwithstanding the hostile appearance of the British and Spanish fleets, an open communication between them was kept up, and that Ad. Massaredo, with his suite, had dined with Lord St. Vincents, on board the Ville de Paris.
BALTIMORE, December 14.
The ears of our citizens were last night, about 11 o'clock, for the first time this season; assailed with the din of Fire! Fire! which broke out in the stable of Mr. Lamotte, in the north western precincts of the city. Notwithstanding its distance and the contiguity of the stable to the dwelling, the exertions of the citizens saved every thing but the building which first caught, and a cow and horse which expired nearly as soon as the alarm was given. The fire was accidental, and arose, it is supposed, from the negligence of two boys who were that night in the stable, with a candle catching rats, and as one accident generally accompanies another, we had as high a blaze, although no fire, in the upper part of market street. Mr. Clagett's house was endangered by placing a candle in the window, too near the curtains, which were consumed; and by throwing them into the fire place, set the chimney into a blaze. This should operate as a caution, in placing candles in the windows where there are curtains.

A farm for sale, IN Perth Amboy in the State of New Jersey, of four hundred acres, including a proper proportion of meadow, of arable and wood land, and salt marsh. There is on the premises, a good apple orchard, and a variety of other fruit trees, it is well watered with springs and brooks, it is bounded on two sides with navigable waters and has a good mill site, its situation is healthy and pleasant, commanding a view of the navigation of Perth Amboy and its environs, and convenient to the finest fish and oysters in their proper season, it abounds with natural manure from which, with the advantages of the salt marsh by applying the hay therefrom to the keeping of stock, may at a small expense, be enriched to a great degree and rendered one of the first grazing farms in the State, it is well calculated for a farmer or a gentleman's seat, having several eligible sites for building. This farm will be sold together or divided, as may suit a purchaser, at private sale, or if not sold, will be set up at public auction on Tuesday the nineteenth day of December next, at the house of Robert Ralston, innkeeper in Perth Amboy, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon. Any person inclining to purchase may view the premises by application to John or Matthias Hall at Perth Amboy, from whom or from the Hon. Jonathan Dayton , Esq. speaker of the house of representatives of the United States now in Philadelphia, from Matthias Hall , Esq. jun. or Mr. Samuel Smith at Elizabeth-Town further information may be obtained, and who are possessed of maps of the same. Perth Amboy, Nov. 16, 1797. 25-codtr8D
Salisbury Estate. THE Subscriber, proposing to contract his business, offers this Estate for sale, on moderate terms. On it are one Blast and three Air Furnaces, a complete Boring Machine, and a very good grist Mill, with two pair of stones; also a good Forge, all in perfect repair, as are all the Water Works connected with these various branches. The Air Furnaces were lately built for the purpose of calling Cannon for this State. There are about two thousand acres of Land, one half of which is under wood, the other very fine arable Land, producing the best Hay and Fodder. The Cannon lately manufactured there, fully proves the excellency of the metal, which is superior to any in this country, and probably equal to any in the world; for not one of sixty-nine guns lately made, although some of the 24 were bored into 32 pounders, have failed on proving. The situation is very eligible, particularly for this branch of manufacture, and a place of arms lying in the State of Connecticut, and only 60 miles from several Landings on the Hudson's river, and having every advantage that can result from a plenty of water arising from a large natural pond, very near the Furnace, and which may be converted into a variety of other useful purposes. The purchaser can be accommodated with all the stock and utensils, and have possession on or before the first of June next, and preparation may be made in the mean time for going into full blast immediately thereafter, for every part will be delivered in good order, with some coal, Ore, &c. &c. For terms, apply to Mr. Joseph Anthony, in Philadelphia; David Brooks, Esq. one of the Representatives in Congress for this State; Mr. David Waterman, on the premises, or to the proprietor in New-York. WILLIAM NELSON. Dec. 1. 39wtf
House and Lots, in Bordentown. TO BE SOLD, a handsome two story House, with the Lot on which it is erected, situated about the middle of the beautiful and healthy Village of Bordentown. The house is forty two feet front, and in neat order. The lot contains one acre, and is one hundred feet on the main street, and extends with the same breadth to back street. Also, a large Lot, containing nearly four acres, separated from the former by back street. One third only of the purchase money will be required upon executing a deed, and for the remainder, such credit will be given as the purchaser may desire. This property will be sold free of all encumbrances, and an inalienable title given. For further particulars enquire either of Dr. William Burnet, residing in Bordentown, near the premises, who will show the same, or of PETER THOMPSON, Conveyancer, no. 144, Market-street. December 2. 39wtf
Real Estate for Sale, A PLANTATION, in a healthy and good situation on Chester Creek, in Middletown Township, Delaware County, containing 1193 acres, upwards of 50 acres of which are wood land, well timbered; the remainder plough land and watered meadow of the latter, many more acres can be made at a small expense. There are on said premises, a good orchard of best grafted fruit, a house, with a spring near the door, a frame barn with stabling under, and a log tenement on one part of said place. Any person inclining to purchase, may view the premises by applying to Wm. PENNELL, on said farm, and know the terms by applying to JONATHAN PENNELL, in the borough of Chester. November 21. 39 cod
To be sold, AN ELEGANT COUNTRY SEAT, containing 60 acres and 40 perches, with a neat two story brick House and Kitchen thereon, an apple Orchard, &c. situated on the Irish tract lane, in the township of Moyamensing, about one mile from the city of Philadelphia. Further particulars will be made known upon application at the office of the Philadelphia Gazette. The improvements upon this place, for taste and elegance, stand unrivaled. December 1. df
All Persons who are indebted to the estate of William Heysham, sen. of Philadelphia, deceased, are requested to make speedy payment; and those who have any demands against said estate, will please to present them, properly attested, to the subscribers. William Heysham, Robert Heysham, Francis Bowes Sayre, Executors. November 6. 29w4w
LAW BOOKS, Latest London and Dublin Editions. H. & P. RICE, Booksellers, No. 16, South Second, and No. 50, Market Street, HAVE just received by the late arrivals from London and Dublin, their Spring Importation, consisting of a variety of the latest and most approved Law Books, which, added to those already on hand, forms the most extensive collection ever offered for sale in this country. They therefore beg leave to notice, that from the nature of their connection in Dublin, they are enabled to sell their editions (as they have hitherto done) at the very lowest prices. The following are among the latest publications. Vesey, jun. 25 Reports in Chancery, 2 vols. Peake's Cases at Nisi Prius; 2 vols. Bridgeway's Records in the time of Lord Hardwicke; 2 vols. Practice in the Ecclesiastical Courts; 2 vols. Treatise on a Suit in Equity; 1 vol. Practice of the Court of King's Bench in Personal Actions, 2 parts complete; 1 vol. Ward's Law of Nations; Cruise on Uti Possidetis; modern Reports, 12 vols. London edition. H. and P. Rice expect to receive by the first arrival from New-York the 6th vol. complete of Durnford and East's Reports, the 2d part of Gilbert's Law of Evidence by Loft, and a number of new publications. June 26.
A person well acquainted with the theory and practice of book-keeping, who has been many years engaged in business for himself and others, would be glad to be employed, either as an agent or factor; or in posting books; stating unsected accounts; or in executing any other kind of writing, in French or English. A note addressed to J. A. and left at this office, will be unconditionally attended to. November 30. 39wtf
THOMAS RANDALL, Presents his respect to his Friends, and the Public in general, in order to inform them that he has opened an Office, at his house, No. 38, Spruce Street, for the purpose of transacting business in the line of Commission and Agency, collecting rents and outstanding claims in any part of the United States. He flatters himself, that from his long residence in this country and a general knowledge of it, his services will be found worthy the notice of those who may place to confide to him the management of any of their concerns. N. B. Security given where required. 11th mo 24 39wtf
FOR SALE, By the Subscriber, at his Store, No. 75, South Water-street,
A general assortment of China Ware Black and coloured Satins Do. do. Lutenbergs Do. do. Handkerchiefs Do. do. Sewing Silks Imperial and Hyson Teas Long and short Nankeens Quick Silver, in tubs Holland Gin, in pipes Assorted Glass Ware, in cases White and brown Havana Sugars, in boxes Molasses, in hogheads St. Croix Rum and Sugar, in do. London particular Madeira Wine Sherry and Malaga Wines, in quarter casks Red, yellow and pale Barks, in chuffs Logwood, &c. &c. new 7-tu&f4w JOSEPH SIMS.
For Sale, by the Package, For cash, or good notes at sixty or ninety days, viz. Book and Jacquet Muslins plain do. do. Checks do. do. Tamboured do. Ladies handkerchiefs, & gentlemen's neck do. Jacquet chintz mullin for home and the West India market, Pullicote and linen handkerchiefs, for do. do. printed do. do. common purple and chintz Shawls. The above goods entitled to drawback on exportation. Also a few Scotch cambricks and an assortment of mullin by the piece. The whole of the above being a consignment from the manufacturers in Britain. To be seen at WILLIAM BLACKBURN'S Office, No. 64, South Second Street. Nov. 6. 22wtf
NOTICE. THE Stockholders of the Bank of the United States, are informed that according to the statute of Incorporation a general Election for twenty five Directors will be held at the Bank of the United States in the City of Philadelphia, on Monday the first day of January next at ten o'clock in the forenoon. And pursuant to the Eleventh section of the By Laws the Stockholders of the said Bank are hereby notified to assemble in general Meeting at the same place on Tuesday the second day of January next at five o'clock in the Evening. By order of the Board of directors, G. SIMPSON, Cashier. Second fundamental Article. Not more than three fourths of the Directors in office, exclusive of the President, shall be eligible for the next succeeding year, but the Director who shall be President at the time of an Election may always be re-elected. Philadelphia, Nov. 18. 1797. fte
FOR SALE, By BENJAMIN CLARK, No. 55, the corner of Chestnut and Front Streets, A large quantity of Clocks and Watches. Also, a general assortment of Tools, Files and Materials, consisting of Clock Movements, eight day and thirty hour brass pinions and large work; Bells, clock and watch Dials, Springs, Hands, Glasses, Punice Stone, Emery, Rotten Stone, Cat Gut; bench, stand and tail Vices; Turns, Pliers, Chains, Seals, Keys, &c. &c. Apprentices Wanted. November 3. f&tut
Yellow Fever and Pestilential Diseases. THIS DAY IS PUBLISHED, in one vol. octavo. By WILLIAM YOUNG, Bookseller, No. 52, Second Street, the corner of Chestnut Street, (Price, in boards, 87 1/2 cents) Neatly printed on fine American wove medium Paper.
A VIEW Of the Science of Life; On the principles established in the elements of Medicine, of the late celebrated JOHN BROWN, M. D. With an attempt to correct some important errors of that work, and cases in illustration, chiefly selected from the records of their practice, at the General Hospital at Calcutta, By WILLIAM TATTS & CHAS. MACLEAN. To which is subjoined, a Treatise on the action of Mercury upon living bodies, and its application for the cure of diseases of indirect debility. And a dissertation on the sources of Epidemic and Pestilential diseases, in which it is attempted to prove by a numerous induction of facts, that they never arise from contagion, but are always produced by certain states, or certain vicissitudes of the atmosphere, by CHARLES MACLEAN, of Calcutta. Nov. 27. $12t
This Day is Published, By Messrs. Dobson, Carey, Campbell, Rice, and the other Booksellers, Price One Dollar and twenty-five cents. Elegantly printed on Wove paper, and Holoprefed. By John Thompson, A COMPARATIVE VIEW OF The Constitutions Of the several States with each other, and with that of the United States: exhibiting in Tables, the prominent features of each Constitution, and striking together their most important provisions under the several heads of administration; with Notes and Observations. By WILLIAM SMITH, Of South Carolina, A member of the Congress of the United States. Dedicated to the People of the United States. N. B. A few Copies printed on an 8vo. paper, at 3/4ths of a dollar. February 6. m.w.
English Grammar, The second edition, with improvements, ADDED to the different classes of learners; with an appendix, containing rules and observations for assisting the more advanced students to write with perspicuity and accuracy. By LINDLEY MURRAY. This is a publication of much merit, and fully answers the professions in the Title. The appendix contains some of the best rules for writing elegantly, and with propriety, that we recollect to have seen. Monthly Review, July 1796. This Grammar is, on many accounts entitled to commendatory notice, its materials have been carefully and judiciously selected; its arrangement is distinct and well adapted to the purpose of instruction and its expression is simple, perspicuous and accurate, &c. See the character at large in the Analytical Review, July 1796
English Exercises, Adapted to the Grammar lately published by Lindley Murray, consisting of exemplification of the parts of speech, instances of falls orthography, violations of the rules of syntax, defects in punctuation, and violations of the rules respecting perspicuity and accuracy, designed for the benefit of private learners, as well as for the use of schools. We have been much pleased with the useful of these Exercises. They occupy with distinguished excellence a most important place in the science of the English language; and as such, we can warmly recommend them to the Teachers of Schools, as well as to all those who are desirous of attaining correctness and precision in their native tongue. Monthly Review, July 1797. The above Books are for sale at JOSEPH & JAMES CRICKENBARKS book store, No. 87, Market Street, December 1. 39w2w
NOTICE. ALL persons concerned are hereby notified, that the subscriber intends to apply for a renewal of the undermentioned lost certificates of Stock in the Bank of the United States. He forewarned them under cover of a letter addressed to John Anley, of London, by the late Bacchus, capt. George, which ship having been captured on her passage and sent to France, the above letter and inclosures have failed in their destination. Three certificates, viz. Nos. 26325, 26326, 26327, each for four shares, dated January 18, 1797, and issued in the name of Henry Grace, of Tottenham Highcross, Great Britain. ZACCHEUS COLLINS. Philadelphia, November 8. 22w6w
Wanted, to Hire, A large and convenient HOUSE, in or near the centre of the city—for which a generous rent will be given; to be taken for a year, or on more for a longer term. Inquire of the Printer. Oct. 17. cotf
A Comping House to let. A most convenient Comping House is now for hire on Rolt's wharf, directly over the arch. For terms, apply to Samuel Breck, jun. No. 89, South Third Street. Where may be had, A few bales of Ravens Duck, and about 200 pieces of stout Canvas; a small quantity of Mace, and some high proof Brandy; Sherry Wine, Chocolate in boxes, Window Glass of various sizes and dimensions. Dec. 1.—cotf
Samuel & Miers Fisher, ARE NOW OPENING, At their Warehouse, No. 27, Dock Street, a fresh assortment of Woolen and other goods, suitable to the season, received by the late arrivals from England. They have also for Sale, Lisbon Teneriffe Sherry, and Port Wines, In pipes, hhds. and quarter casks. Assorted queen's ware in crates, &c. 10th mo 23d. d1w39w3w
James C. & Samuel W. Fisher, AT THEIR STORE, No. 15, corner of Arch and Front Streets, HAVE FOR SALE, Cotton and worsted Hosiery in trunks, assorted A few bales red, white, and yellow Flannels Ditto fust red small Handkerchiefs Ditto Pullicote silk ditto Ditto Pondicherry and Madras ditto Ditto Gurrals Bengal black Tafties 4000 pieces Nankeens, and Few chuffs best Hyson Tea A few 1500 boxes best London Window Glass, from 8 by 6, to 19 by 14—and 15 hhds. Glass Ware, assorted, which they will dispose of cheaper than any in the city. November 18. 39wtf
Imported (via New York) on the ship Hero, from Madras and Calcutta, for sale by the subscriber, at No. 61, Chestnut Street, between Second and Third Streets, the following articles. Maharagones Charconna Dorens Chintz and Calicoes Dacca worked mullins Gillies Romals Bandannos Nillias & Penaficos Chafia Romals Blue cloth Hair ribbon Mull Mullankerschiefs Palempones Patea do. Banares Opium Letter Cardinum Seeds. Samuel Wilcox. November 27. tuths4w
FOR SALE, BY Joseph Anthony & Co. No. 5, Chestnut Street, A cargo of choice Bourdeaux Brandy, 1st. and 2d. proof, just landed 250 bales of Bourbon cotton of a superior quality 9 do. Surat, do. do. A quantity of heavy black pepper in bales Bourbon Indigo of the first quality High proof Jamaica Spirits Old London particular Madeira wine In pipes & do. market do. qr. casks. November 8. d1w.
This Day is Published, By John Thompson, A COMPARATIVE VIEW OF The Constitutions Of the several States with each other, and with that of the United States: exhibiting in Tables, the prominent features of each Constitution, and striking together their most important provisions under the several heads of administration; with Notes and Observations. By WILLIAM SMITH, Of South Carolina, A member of the Congress of the United States. Dedicated to the People of the United States. N. B. A few Copies printed on an 8vo. paper, at 3/4ths of a dollar. February 6. m.w.
FOR SALE, That well known place, called VANDEGRIFT'S FERRY, ON Neshannoy creek, 18 miles from Philadelphia, on the New York post road, containing 74 acres and 94 perches. Upon the premises are a large two story stone house occupied as a tavern, and a good one story stone kitchen, a large frame stable with a good threshing floor, and some out buildings—also a well of good water, and an excellent ice House. On this place is a most elegant situation for a gentleman's seat, commanding a view of the Neshannoy to its junction with the Delaware, and thence across to the Jersey shore. It has the privilege of one half the toll received from the bridge. For terms apply to the Subscriber, MORDECAI LEWIS. May 24. 39wtf.
For sale or to be let on ground-rent, A valuable Lot of Ground; SITUATE on the north-east corner of Walnut and Fifth Streets, fronting the State-House square. This lot is fifty-one feet front on Walnut street, and one hundred and thirteen feet and an half on Fifth street; there are at present two small two story brick houses, and a number of small tenements thereon. Also, For Sale, Two three story Brick Houses With convenient stores, wharf, &c. situated on Water-street, between Mulberry and Sassafras streets, containing in front on Water street fifty-four feet, and continuing that breadth eastward ninety-five feet, then widening to the fourth 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 other 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. July 31. m&wtf
Just Published, And to be had of Messrs. Dobson, Campbell, Rice, Cary, and the other principal Booksellers in the City, price one dollar, twenty-five cents, in boards, New Views of the Origin of the Tribes and Nations of America. By BENJAMIN SMITH BARTON, M. D. June 20. 6t
School Books and Stationary. W. YOUNG, No. 42, Second Street, corner of Chestnut Street, HAS now ready for sale, a very large assortment of English, French, Latin and Greek SCHOOL BOOKS. Also, such elementary books on Science, as are generally read in the academies and colleges throughout the United States. LATELY PUBLISHED, Sheridan's Dictionary, the sixth edition, in one large vol. 8vo. price 3 ds. Ditto, large 12 mo. price 1 dol. 75 cts. Ditto, common, price 1 dol. 50 cts. All sorts of drawing, packing, printing, and writing Paper; Bookbinder's Boards, Palcheboards, feathering and blotting Papers; printed Blanks, blank Books, Wax, Wafers, and other articles, of the best quality, used in the counting house, or public office. Catalogues of a miscellaneous collection of BOOKS, with the price of each affixed, to be had by inquiring as above. Oct. 24.—39w6w
The Norfolk Mail STAGE. THIS Stage starts from the GEORGE Tavern, at the corner of Second and Arch Streets, in Philadelphia, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, at 3 o'clock, in the morning; arrives at Dover, the first day, at Snowhill the second day; at Northampton Court House the third day, and on the morning of the fourth day the passengers find a safe and comfortable packet to convey them to Norfolk. A packet leaves Norfolk for Northampton ferry, every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, and the Stage starts from this ferry for Philadelphia, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday; puts up at Snow Hill the first night, at Dover the 2d night, and arrives in Philadelphia in the evening of the third day. The distance on this route, between Philadelphia and Norfolk, is 50 miles less than on any stage route between those places. Too much cannot be said in favor of the road, which is most excellent indeed. The proprietors willingly engage to return the whole fare to any passenger, who, after having performed this route, will say that he ever travelled in a stage for the same distance, so good aroad in America. August 11. d1m. cotf.
City of Washington. SCHEME Of the Lottery, No. II, For the Improvement of the Federal City. A magnificent dwelling-house 20,000 dollars, & cash 30,000, are 1 ditto 15,000 & cash 25,000 40,000 1 ditto 15,000 & cash 15,000 30,000 1 ditto 10,000 & cash 10,000 20,000 1 ditto 5,000 & cash 5,000 10,000 1 ditto 5,000 & cash 5,000 10,000 1 prize cash of 10,000 10,000 4 do. 5,000 each, are 20,000 10 do. 1,000 10,000 20 do. 500 10,000 50 do. 200 10,000 100 do. 100 10,000 250 do. 50 12,500 400 do. 25 10,000 1,000 do. 10 10,000 15,000 do. 10 150,000 16,239 Prizes. 33,261 Blanks. $50,000 Tickets, at Eight Dollars, 400,000 N. B. To favour those who may take a quantity of Tickets, the prize of 40,000 dollars will be the last drawn ticket, and the 30,000 the LAST but one. And approved notes, securing payment in either money or prizes, in ten days after drawing, will be received for any number not less than 30 tickets. This Lottery will afford an elegant specimen of the private buildings to be erected in the City of Washington—Two beautiful designs are already selected for the entire fronts on two of the public squares; from these drawings it is proposed to erect two centre and four corner buildings as soon as possible after this lottery is sold, and to convey them, when complete, to the fortunate adventurers, in the manner described in the scheme for the Hotel Lottery. A net deduction of five per cent. will be made to defray the necessary expenses of printing, &c. and the surplus will be made a part of the fund intended for the National University, to be erected within the city of Washington. The real securities given for the payment of the Prizes, are held by the President and two Directors of the Bank of Columbia, and are valued at more than half the amount of the Lottery. SAMUEL HODGETT. $ Tickets may be had at the Bank of Columbia; of James West & Co. Baltimore; of Peter Gilman, Boston; of John Hopkins, Richmond; and of Richard Wells, Cooper's Ferry. m.wtf
FOR SALE, By the SUBSCRIBERS, No. 21, Penn-street, The Cargo of the Ship Ganges, John Green, commander, from Bengal, Consisting of Bastas, of various qualities & prices Coffees Fijnjui Cloth Sandal Guzz y do. Hunhuns Charconna Dore Blue Cloth Tanjibs Chints and Calicoes Mulumis Mamodys Checks Maharagones Patas Hhkfs. Ginghams Malmul 40. Quezeans Bandannos Gurrals Siderfy Pintafocs Choppa Romals Salgatchys Sooy Gillie Romals Perians of various colours Mock Pulicas 200 tons SUGAR 90,000 lb. PEPPER. Willings & Francis.
The Piece Goods Of the Ganges are now open and exposed to sale at that commodious store the north west corner of Market and Fourth Street. Nov. 10.
LANDING, From on board the ship Cleopatra, Samuel Newell, commander, from London, 60 tons of the best clean Russia HEMP 60 casks of bottled BROWN STOUT. For sale by the subscribers No. 21, Penn-street. Willings & Francis. Oct. 31. d
Just arrived, From Port-au-Prince, and, for Sale by the subscribers, No. 21, Penn-street, 642 hogheads, 82 tiers 523 barrels 646 bags Prime Coffee Willings & Francis. Oct. 28. $
FOR SALE—by the SUBSCRIBERS, An elegant assortment of Madras HANDKERCHIEFS, by the bale. WILLINGS & FRANCIS, Nov. 21. Penn-street.
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBERS, Madeira Wine, first quality, in pipes Madeira Wine, New-York quality, in pipes Lisbon WINE, in pipes CLOVES and NUTMEGS of the latest importation, in boxes Spanish Wool, in Bales, suitable for Hatters. Willings & Francis, Nov. 1. Penn-street, No. 21. w&stf
A Journeyman Hair-Dresser, WHO is sober and steady, and understands his business, may have immediate employment, on application to GEORGE ABOTT, No. 9, Chestnut-street. Nov. 27. cotf.w
Imported in the ship MANCHESTER, BENJAMIN SNEWELL, Master, From Bourdeaux, and for sale by the subscriber, No. 11 Walnut Street. Bordeaux Brandy Irish market claret in casks Entitled to Medoc wine, in do. Drawback. Sauterne, do. do. Thomas Murgatroyd. WHO HAS FOR SALE. Sherry Wine in pipes and quarter casks Rota do. do. Pimento in bags 4000 bushels Liverpool salt. Aug. 24. tut&stf.
PEALE'S MUSEUM. THIS valuable repository of the works of Nature, so well calculated to delight the mind and enlarge the understanding, is opened daily, as usual. It stands in an airy and healthy situation, and free from the epidemic that at present afflicts the city; it may, therefore, be frequented with the greatest safety. As an amusement, the study of Nature is the most rational and pleasing: as a Science, the most sublime and instructive. It elevates the mind and expands the heart. They "Whom Nature's works can charm, with God himself Hold converse." Many interesting additions have lately been made to this Museum; and the feathered tribe, containing a variety of the most rare and beautiful subjects, is now very advantageously arranged. Waxen Figures, of Men large as life (some of them from nature), are here dressed in their proper habits, and placed in attitudes characteristic of their respective nations. Here may be seen the North-American Savage, and the Savage of South-America—a laboring Chinese, and the Chinese Gentleman—the footy African, and the Kamtschatdale—with some Natives of the South Sea Islands. The immense variety and interesting diversity which this Museum offers to the view, may be seen but cannot be described with full effect. Price only 1/4th of a dollar. Sept. 28. taw
Davis's Law Book Store, No. 319, High-Street. GEORGE DAVIS, BEING busied for some time past in preparation for removing into his present house, has been under the necessity of postponing until this day informing the gentlemen of the Bar generally thro' the United States, that his Spring Importation of law books is now arranged and ready for sale, on terms that he trusts will entitle him to the like preference he has experienced for several years past. Catalogues, containing the most varied collection ever imported into this country, are printed and will be delivered on application. June 27. 22w
Boston Glass Manufactory. THE citizens of the United States are hereby informed, that the manufacture of Window Glass is now commenced at the Glass House in Boston. It is needless to say any thing of the excellent quality of the Boston Glass, as it is so well known throughout the United States to be in every respect greatly superior to any ever imported from Europe. It will be cut to any size commonly used; and may be constantly had by applying to CHARLES F. KERRAN, at the Glass House. Orders from the distant parts to be addressed to Mr. SAMUEL GORE, Court-street, Boston. Boston, Sept. 30, 1797. O4—22w5w Messrs. Timothy and Mason, Charlestown; Messrs. Page and Beaman, Halifax, N. C. Messrs. Willett and O'Connor, Norfolk; Mr. Ellis Price, Alexandria; Messrs. Tait and Brown, Baltimore; Mr. Hopkins, New-York; and Messrs. Hudson & Goodwin, Hartford; Mr. Seymour, Savannah; are requested to inset the above once a week 6 weeks. The accounts to be forwarded to the Editor.