The daily advertiser (New York [N.Y.]), 1788-03-03 00:00:00

The Daily Advertiser.
[VOL. IV.]
NEW-YORK: MONDAY, MARCH 3, 1788.
[No. 944.]
JAMES WALKER
HAS removed from No. 10 to No. 19, William-Street, where he continues to keep a general assortment of DRY GOODS, which he is determined to sell at the very lowest prices; and the smallest favors most gratefully acknowledged.
N. B. He thinks it necessary to observe, that the partnership of Vander Beck and Walker was dissolved in November, 1785, should any person have demands against them, they are desired to call on said Walker for settlement.
J. M'Vickar and W. Hill,
No. 210, Water-Street, Have just landed on board the brig Susannah , Captain Derry , from Dublin , A COMPLETE assortment of 7-8, and yard wide LINENS, which they will sell on the lowest terms.
N. B. They have also on hand, a very good assortment of 7-8, 4-4, and 11-8 Cotton Checks, Ladies black and white Beaver Hats, Men's and Children's do. black Sattinees and Lastings. Feb. 15.
Just Imported in the Brig Nymph , Capt. John Palmer , from Amsterdam , And to be Sold
By Jacob Le Roy and Son , No. 52, Queen Street, opposite Chapel-Street. FINE Holland Linens, Calicoes, Flemish do. Writing Paper, Russia Duck, Black Pepper, Osnabrugs. Feb. 19. Twine. tf.
Le ROY and BAYARD,
No. 194, Water-Street, HAVE imported the following articles, per the brig Nymph , Capt. Palmer , from Amsterdam , which they will dispose of on moderate terms for cash, viz. Osnabrugs, in bales, Cardwire, Flemish sheetings, Nutmegs, Cambricks, Cloves, Lawns, Gun Powder, in quarter casks, Writing Paper, They have also full on hand, Fagot Wine, in pipes, Linseed Oil, in casks. Feb. 19. tf.
Streatfield & Levinus Clarkson,
No. 47, Water-Street, Have just imported in the brig Nymph , John Palmer , from Amsterdam , The following Articles, which they will dispose of on reasonable Terms. BLACK Pepper in Nutmegs. Bales. Geneva in Pipes. They have likewise on Hand, Best Holland Gun-Powder. Sheetings. Paper. Ditto Linseed Oil. Quills, &c. Waffle Irons. Feb. 19. tf.
JOHN DONNAN,
At his STORE, corner of the Old-Slip and Cruger's Dock, has for SALE, 80 Bbls. Albany Peas, 90 Kegs excellent Scotch Barley, 10 Hds. London draught Porter, 10 Pipes good Wine Vinegar, A few pipes Teneriffe and Fagot Wines, A few pieces Scotch Osnabrugs, And a variety of Groceries, as usual, wholesale and retail. Feb. 13. tf.
JUST ARRIVED
To HUGH SMITH, No. 22, WALL-STREET, A general and complete assortment of 4-4, 7-8 & 3-4 Low-priced IRISH LINEN, Which he will dispose of on reasonable terms for cash. Sept. 15. tf.
Wm. Backhouse, & Co.
No. 15, Duke-Street---have for Sale, RED PORT WINE, SHIPPED by the Royal Port Company, the quality of whose Wines experience has shewn to be superior to any imported into America. ALSO, OLD MADERA, SHERRY, TENERIFFE, FAYAL, and LISBON WINES, in pipes, hogsheads and quarter casks. And Liverpool CROCKERY WARE, by the Crate. Jan. 7. tf.
GEORGE POLLOCK,
Has received by the Hudson from Dublin , and the Anne and Susannah from Liverpool , A general and complete assortment of 4-4, 7-8 & 3-4 Low-priced IRISH LINEN, Which he will sell on very moderate terms, at his STORE, No. 28, Water-Street. POT ASHES and FLAXSEED received in payment. Sept. 13. tf.
Johnston and Ogden,
Removed to No. 14, Great-Dock-Street, next door to Robert C. Livingston's, Esq. Have for SALE very low, for Cash, or good Notes, at 30, 60, or 90 days,
HANDSOME blue and white table CHINA, in cases of one set each, One case of elegant CHIMNEY GLASSES, A quantity of PORK, BEEF, and RYE MEAL in barrels, Hibernia PIG-IRON. ALL persons whose Accounts, Bonds and Notes have been long due, are requested to make to them satisfactory payments by the 15th of March next, or the same will be put in suit without further notice. Jan. 26. tf.
S K A T E S.
A large assortment just arrived, amongst which are 400 pair, superior in quality, and on much lower terms than any imported to this country. To be sold at No. 18, Hanover-Square. Feb. 19. tf.
Andrew Van Tuyl,
Has received per the Ship FOUR FRIENDS , Captain Douglas , from London , A Neat Assortment of Superfine Cloths, with Trimmings: Neat patent ribb'd Worked Hose; emboss'd Serges, Durants, &c. &c.
FOR SALE,
GINSENG, LINTSEED OIL, BEEF, PORK, FLOUR, FLAX-SEED, BUTTER, Quintal FISH, MACKAREL, &c. by Storm and Sickles , Dec. 18. tf. No. 35, Little-Dock-Street
GEORGE BARNEWALL & Co.
No. 201, Water-Street, have imported in the ship Montgomery from London , and the brigantine Susannah from Dublin ; By the former, a complete assortment of 4-4, 7-8, and 11-8 Checks; and by the latter, 4-4, 7-8 and 3-4 Linens, 9 8 white and brown Sheetings, Dowles, black Lastings, and Threads: which they will sell on reasonable terms for Cash, good Notes at a short date, or Pot Ashes. Feb. 14. tf.
H. & J. Thompson,
No. 29, Front-Street, near Burling-Slip, Have for Sale, on low terms for CASH, PRINTED Calicoes, a general assortment, Scarf, silk and hair Twill, coarse Woolens, Irish Linens, low priced, Russia Sheetings, printed Handkerchiefs, Bengal Taffeties, Canvas, No. 1 to 7, Seaming Twine, Sugar in barrels, Cocoa in do. Earthen Ware and Delft Ware, a small parcel of Beaver Fur, and Bengal Taffeties. Jan. 1, 1788. tf.
Coffee in the shell, Cotton, Hides,
And FUSTICK, JUST arrived in the Manx , Capt. Maxwell , from St. Thomas , now landing at Musson's wharf, and to be SOLD By LUDLOW & GOOLD ,
Who have also for Sale,
The best Bourbon Coffee, Rice, TOBACCO, GIN in cases, a few pipes of CAPE WINE, a cask of COTTON WICK, &c. &c. Jan. 22. tf.
FOR SALE BY
James Watson & Co.
No. 6, Crane-Wharf, SUPERFINE FLOUR, COMMON do. RYE MEAL, INDIAN do. RICE in tierces, BEEF in barrels, FALL MACKAREL in do. CANDLES in boxes, SPERMACHITI do. in do. A quantity of INDIGO, FLAXSEED, &c. Jan. 11. tf.
Now Landing at the Old-Slip,
From the Sloop Berkeley , Capt. DENTON , from St. Thomas , and for SALE By JOHN DEWINT ,
PO-TO-RICO COFFEE in the shell, PIMENTO, HIDES, COTTON, LIGNUMVITE in small pieces, MAHOGANY in logs, & GUM GUIACUM in bbls. Where also may be had, HAVANNA SUGAR, in boxes, and NEW-YORK RUM. WANTED TO PURCHASE, SIX HUNDRED lb. BEES WAX. Jan. 25. tf.
Murray, Mumford, and Bowen,
Have for Sale, At No. 20, Peck-Slip,
50 bbls. common FLOUR, 10 Hds. prime Virginia Tobacco, 50 Casks FLAXSEED, A quantity of excellent SOAL LEATHER, SUGAR in barrels, BOHEA TEA, Russia HEMP, MOLASSES, BEEF, PORK, HOG'S LARD, YORK RUM, COCOA, DRY COD-FISH, DUMB do. COD SOUNDS and TONGUES, in Barrels, RUSSIA and RAVENS DUCK, HOLLAND POWDER, first quality, 40 Boxes SPERMACETI CANDLES, GINSANG, first quality, from Kentucky, A quantity of good white WHEAT, A large ANCHOR, weighing 30 cwt. to be sold Cheap, SNUFF in barrels, MENHADEN, 200 bbls. TAR and TURPENTINE, 3000 white-oak barrel and pipe STAVES. Feb. 5.
SHALER and SEBOR
No. 27 Queen-Street, have for sale, A QUANTITY of plated ware, consisting of can-dieicks, branches, tea caddies, snuffer pans, egg cups, goblets, coffee pots and Muffineers, black table cakes, with knives, forks, and spoons complete, cruise stands, paper bottle stands, japanned bread-trays, caddies and snuffer pans, plate warmers, brass chasing dishes, cork screws, steel snuffers, ladles, brass rings, cloak pins, sleeve buttons, brass table hinges, guns and gun locks, China tea cups, chimney tiles, sets of house brushes, neat mahogany razor cases, silver watches, elegant steel and gilt watch chains, trinkets, shirt pins, buckles, rings, paste, shoe, knee, and stock buckles and sleeve buttons, fine Irish sheeting, fine dyed jeans, Marseilles quilting, silk shaggs, black crape, white and black gazes, muslinens, mullins, teertuckers, habalies, fisterfays, barnegore, romalls, corded dimity, and a box of assorted bolting cloths, with a variety of other articles which will be disposed of for cash or shipping produce, at a price much below the sterling cost.
At same place may be had, Madeira, Teneriffe, and Malaga wine, by the pipe or quarter cask, Champagne of an excellent quality, by the case or dozen, striped duffel blankets, a variety of hard ware, a large assortment of Irish linens, 3-4, 7-8 and 4-4, received by the Montgomery , are now opening, and will be sold together with the above goods on the lowest terms. New-York, November 27, 1787.
TO BE SOLD,
SUNDRY LOTS OF GROUND, situate in Montgo-mery-ward, three in Roosevelt-Street, one in Bancker's, two in Burger's, and three in St. James's-Street. Enquire of ANNE BANCKER, Fresh Water, or of ABRAHAM B. DEKEYSTER, No. 178, Queen-Street. Feb. 15. tf.
MANCHESTER GOODS.
Imported in the Montgomery , Capt. Bunyan , and for Sale on very reasonable terms, By DANIEL TUCKER, & Co. No. 202, Water-Street, for Cash or Country Produce only.
7-8, 4-4, and 4-4, 7-8, Cotton Checks, Striped Tick, Dyed Pillows, Black and Olive Velveteens, low priced; Checked Handkerchiefs, Malabars; Copperplate Furniture Cottons, Black silk Handkerchiefs, Cotton Ticklets, A neat assortment of Shawls, Men's and Women's Beaver Gloves, Romall Handkerchiefs, Fancy Printed Do. 1-2 Dozen cases of Hats, low priced, and well assorted. Dec. 2. tf.
At PRIVATE SALE,
A QUANTITY of choice and well assorted INDIGO, CASSIA in cases, MADERA, SHERRY, and FAYAL, Russia and Raven's Duck, Russia Sheetings, Broad Cloths, 3-4, 7-8, and 4-4 Irish Linens, An assortment of Superfine Cambricks, Hair Ribbons, Writing Paper, &c. &c. ISAAC MOSES
SADLER and BAILIE,
No. 215, Water-Street, HAVE received by several vessels from Ireland, for SALE, a large assortment of White linens, 3-4, 7-8, and 4-4 wide, Brown linens, Printed linens, Some neat chimney patterns, Dowles and bed ticken, Diapers of all widths, Sheetings, 9-8, to 10-8 wide, Some very fine, Grey and white tickens. Condurors, velveteens, jeans and jeanets, Black Lasting, Ribbons, Shoes and boots, Checks, 7-8, 4-4, & 11-8 wide, A few muslin gown patterns, Indigo, Men & women's gloves. They have also on hand, RED PORT WINE, in pipes and quarter casks, of a most excellent quality; TENERIFFE WINE in pipes and Hds. and a few Hds. of OLD VIDONIA WINE. N. B. POT ASHES wanted. Jan. 29. tf.
Tobacco & Ginsang.
They have---Just Arrived, SIXTY Hogsheads of Prime JAMES'S RIVER TOBACCO, and a few Casks of GINSANG. Sixty Chaldrons of COALS, fit for Smith's use and Foundaries, to be sold cheap. Feb. 2. tf.
JUST IMPORTED,
In the ship MERCURY , Captain Grant , TENERIFFE WINES Of a very superior quality, which will be disposed of by the quantity or single Pipe, by JOHN C. SHAW , at his store opposite Van Zandt's wharf. Oct. 22.
Just Published, and Sold by
S. and R. Campbell , At their Book and Stationary Store, No. 44, Hanover-Square, Corner of the Old-Slip,
Barlow's Vision of Columbus:
A POEM, in Nine Books. A neat Pocket Edition, price One Dollar, neatly bound.
Memoirs of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, at Boston, vol. 1st. Illustrated with copper-plates, Price Three Dollars.
The Columbian Magazine,
For JANUARY, 1788, With an elegant Map of Pennsylvania. Price only Two Shillings to Subscribers. * * Subscriptions for the American Magazine taken in at the above store. Feb. 27. tf.
WANTED.
A PARTNER, at Richmond in Virginia, in the Medicinal line, who can advance 300l. cash, Virginia currency, to come in to an established retail trade. Further particulars enquire of Messrs. CRAIGIE, WAINWRIGHT, & Co. New-York. Jan. 31. eod. 1m.
To be Sold Cheap at private Sale,
THE place which William Provost formerly occupied, which for elegance of situation is perhaps equal to any in the State of New-Jersey, it lies three quarters of a mile from the church of Hackensack, and extends from the river up the road towards Paramus , being intersected by the road leading to the New Bridge : On the Lot next the river is a Stone DWELLING-HOUSE, two story high in front, and three in rear, having a fine dry Cellar and a Dwelling-Room underneath on the ground floor, (being built on the declivity of a hill) with a large Kitchen adjoining: Also, a Poultry-House and a new Barn in the rear of the Dwelling-House is a beautiful Green, ornamented with Fruit-Trees; between which and the river, lies a valuable piece of Meadow, yielding about twenty-four loads of English Hay yearly to the rear of the meadow is a spacious and substantial Dock, newly made, on which is a Store with a large quantity of ashes, an extraordinary Spring and Well at the Dwelling-House, from which the Meadow may be watered: There is also a Garden with a variety of the best Fruit-Trees: On the Lot on the opposite side of the road stands a commodious Store, commanding the trade of the back country; also a young Orchard of good Fruit-Trees. The whole of the place contains about thirty-four or five acres, twelve of which are Wood-Land; the Land has been well manured with ashes, the whole of the Land inclosed with a new substantial Fence.
The beauty of this situation, and its advantages for trade, make it eligible either as a Country Seat or a place of business. To be sold in three different Lots, or the whole together, at a very low price to the purchaser; if not sold by the first day of April next, then to be rented. For terms, apply to DIRCK LEFFERTS , in Maiden-Lane , No. 22, New-York, who will give a good title for the same. The conditions of payment will be made easy to the Purchaser.
If any person wants to view the place, apply to D. LEFFERTS , he will tend a Person with him. Feb. 3, 1788. saw mw&f.
JUST IMPORTED
By Shedden, Patrick, & Co. No. 206, Water-Street;
In the Brig Commerce , Capt. Douglas , from Gibraltar ; including at Gibraltar a choice cargo of Mediterranean GOODS, to be disposed of on reasonable terms, viz. OLD Brandy, of very high proof and flavor, Barcelona, H. & L's, blk. & white, 4-4 squares New Rins of the Sun, in casks, Catalonia, Wines, of the port and claret qualities, Port, bloom, Rins, in jars.
Also, lately imported in the Brig Apollo,
from Russia. Clean Peterburg Hemp, Russia Sail Cloth, Raven's Duck, Russia sheeting, Cordage.
They have also for Sale, Old Jamaica Spirits, crop 1783, London particular Madeira Wine, Old Mountain Malaga do. vintage 1782 and 1783, Old Stigges Malvosa, do. do. Black Pepper, Bohea Tea, 20 Hds. choice new James river Tobacco, 20 Hds. choice old do. do. 800 Bushels white Wheat.
An Assortment of Iron-mongery, viz.
Nails, Brads and Tacks; Carpenters and broad Axes, narrow and grumbling Axes; narrow Hoes and Hawk Bills. Feb. 19. tf.
For SALE,
The Hull of the new BRIG JOHN ,
BURTHEN about 130 tons, a strong vessel, well built of the best materials, and of an easy draught of water. App'y to NICHOLAS LOW , Esq. No. 216, Water-Street, or SHELDEN, PATRICK, and Co. No. 206, Water-Street. Dec. 13. tf.
FOR SALE BY
ROBERT JOHNSTON , No. 14, Water-Street, in the house lately occupied by Colonel Samuel Ogden.
A Large and general assortment of IRON CASTINGS, amongst which are the following, viz.
Iron hollow ware of all sizes, Pot-ashes kettles, cast with bottom down, Clock and window weights, griddles, large and small Tea-kettles large and small, bake-pans do. do. Cart, waggon, coach and chair boxes, 56, 28, 14 and 9 lb. weights with rings, Mortar and pestles, sad irons, Franklin stoves, large and small, Rittenhouse do. dog Ten and six-plate do. do. close stoves with pipes, Sharp's new invented stove grates, Canada stoves for large rooms, Patent caboodles for ships, with one and two boilers; grates and oven, Fire places with jambs complete, Back plates of every dimension, Hibernia, Mount Hope, New Mine and Andover pig metal, Gudgeons and mill irons, Refined and Bloomey bar iron, spike iron, sheetop Nail rods of all sizes, Iron hoops for bds. and bbls. horse shoes, 20d. 12d. 20d. and 8d. nails, 7 inch, 6 inch and 5 inch spikes, Crowleys and blistered steel.
The above articles will be sold for cash and coinage at the lowest prices, and a large allowance made to those who buy to sell again.
All orders for wrought or cast iron will be duly attended to, and forwarded, agreeable to pattern, at the shortest notice. Oct. 29.

New-York, March 3.
The following paragraphs are taken from a Message from the President and the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, to the General Assembly of that State; dated Feb. 21, 1788:
"We sincerely congratulate your Honorable House on the ratification of the Federal Constitution by the Convention of this State, since your last recess, and we flatter ourselves that its adoption will be attended with important good consequences to all the States in the Union."
"A revenue law of this State, passed the 25th day of September, 1783, requiring merchants who re-ship goods from Philadelphia, to produce, within one year, certificates of the goods being actually landed at the port of destination, appears to bear hard on the trade of this port. We therefore recommend a revival of the aforesaid revenue act, when the merchants will have an opportunity of laying the particular inconveniences before your House."
"The continual depreciation of our paper money merits the most serious attention of your Honorable House. This circumstance alone diffuses languor and embarrassment through the whole Executive department of Government. Contracts cannot be completed for the making of roads, or any other public business, without either requiring the honor of Government, or acting on an implied depreciation of money: situations equally irksome and ineligible. We cannot help suggesting the propriety of more speedily destroying as much of it as is in the power of the Treasury."
"We again recommend to the notice of your Honorable House, the resolution of Congress, passed March 21, 1787, and beg leave to suggest the propriety of passing a Declaratory Act, to answer the end intended by the said resolution."
A correspondent observes, that the congratulations on the adoption of the new Federal Constitution, contained in the message of his Excellency the President and the Honorable the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania to the Honorable the General Assembly, is a most agreeable proof of the sentiments of that board, which consisting of a member from every county in the state, affords a new mark of approbation by the representatives of Pennsylvania.
A letter from a gentleman in Manchester, to his friend in Philadelphia, dated Oct. 16, says, "We have a new goal now erecting here, according to the instructions of that truly great and good man, Mr. Howard; in which criminals are to be punished by solitary confinement, and hard labor. Mr. Howard, is preparing for the press, an interesting work, upon the subject of Lazarettos and the Plague."
"I am anxious to hear the result of the Convention now held at Philadelphia, for the melioration of your Federal Government. Under the auspices of Dr. Franklin, and General Washington, every thing good is expected."
"Mr. Clarkson is expected very soon. He had been some time at Liverpool, collecting information concerning the capture, purchase and treatment of slaves, and on the influence of this inhuman traffic upon health, life and morals. Mr. Wilberforce has pledged himself to bring forward a parliamentary enquiry into it the ensuing winter, and I trust its regulation, and eventually its abolition, will be accomplished. A subscription has been opened in this town to support the benevolent objects of Mr. Wilberforce, who acts in concert with a very respectable society in London; and I yesterday signed a petition, with many others, to the clergy of Manchester, to exert themselves in this laudable undertaking."
A certain Isaiah Whitcraft, who lived near the Lake Tavern, in Gloucester county, New-Jersey, having been confined in Burlington goal for a variety of robberies, broke goal and escaped to his own neighborhood; the goaler having offered a reward of 40 dollars for apprehending him, William Fowler and Jonathan Smith went to his house to apprehend him. Finding the doors shut, they went each to a door; when Fowler attempted to force in, and having got the door partly open, Whitcraft presented a loaded musket to his breast, declaring he would shoot him, if he came any further. Fowler replied, he might shoot if he dared, for that his party would take him, and called out to break open the other door; on which Whitcraft delivered up his musket which was loaded with 17 buck shot, but by address afterwards made his escape. On the Sunday following, the third of February, this resolute and brave character, William Fowler, and his companion Smith, having armed themselves, again attempted to take the thief; when having got near to Whitcraft's house, he discovered them, and ran off with a musket and tomahawk in his hands. Fowler and Smith pursued, and after running near half a mile, Fowler was likely to overtake him, and ha-
ving got within 20 yards of him, Whitcraft turned and presented his gun at Fowler, who then called to him not to fire, for that he was determined to take him, but would not hurt him; on which Whitcraft swore he would fire, and immediately did, and wounded Fowler in the cheek, the ball having glanced the jaw-bone. Smith instantly fired on Whitcraft, and put a charge of buck-shot through him, who, notwithstanding got up, and attempted to tomahawk Smith. Whitcraft immediately after fell, and died in about half an hour. Future villains may now see, however safe they may think themselves by being armed in the pines, that there are men who will brave the greatest danger to take them. Fowler and Smith surrendered themselves to Colonel Joseph Hugg, and were bailed.
MR. CHILDS,
Your inserting the following will oblige a number of your friends and customers.
Writer, under the signature of Saratoga , in the Daily Advertiser of Friday, has, in my humble opinion, sacrificed truth to partiality, in the strictures he gives on the comparative merit of the ladies who supported the Comedy of the Heiress, on Monday night last.
In answering them, it is not my intention to sow jealousy; but, on the contrary, candidly to allow much praise to each in their respective walks. The Comic Muse, however, seems more particularly suited to the disposition of Mrs. M. than that of the Tragic: indeed, she has great merit in the one, and not without her claim to a share in the other. This granted, it is but justice to examine whether Mrs. H. in the character of Miss Alton (or, indeed, in any other character) is not equally deserving?
Saratoga must certainly be ignorant of the character, if he supposes the author intended we should behold her in the situation of a servant. No, we cannot for a moment think her other than the female companion of Miss Allscap; and, in my opinion, whether we view her in the humble or exalted station, as Clifort's sister, highly meriting applause. The repeated plaudits she received, from a crowded and judicious audience, would justify me should I say, that had the invincible General been present at that representation, he would have exclaimed—that is my Miss Alton .
Who can behold her in the Countess of Rutland, without the most tender emotions? View her in Patty, Ariel, Madcap, and a variety of other characters, Tragic and Comic; and it is impossible, without evident injustice, to damn her with the faint praise of Saratoga . CANDIDUS.
MR. CHILDS,
Your inserting the following AMEODORE, will oblige A FRIEND.
IT is a well known fact, that while the Itinerant Philosopher, Doctor Moyes, lectured in this city, almost all our ladies were turned Philosophers. The Doctor used, occasionally, to make extracts from Milton, Young, &c. But one night in particular, when on the subjects of Light and Colors, the first author was quoted pretty largely; which gave cause to a lady, remarkable for showing her pretended knowledge in Philosophy, to exclaim: "O la! what a long extract Dr. Moyes has made this evening, from HUDIBRAS !!"
Extract of a letter from London, dated December 5.
"Our society for the abolition of the Slave Trade encreases rapidly, and that not less in the consequence, than in the number of its members. We entertain no small hope of effecting our purpose, and we consider as very favorable to our cause, that the clergy of the established church take the matter up with an alacrity that does them honor. As a proof of their zeal, I enclose you a letter written to our treasurer, the circulation of which has already been productive of considerable effect, and I doubt not but the perusal of it will afford pleasure to the members of your Society."
A LETTER to the TREASURER of the Society instituted for the purpose of effecting the ABOLITION of the SLAVE TRADE,
From the Rev. ROBERT BOUCHER NICKOLLS, Dean of Middleham. London, No. 18, Old Jewry, Oct. 30, 1787. At a Committee of the Society instituted for the purpose of effecting the Abolition of the Slave Trade—
A letter from the Rev. Robert Boucher Nickolls, Dean of Middleham, addressed to the Treasurer, having been read:
Resolved, That the thanks of this Committee be given to the Rev. Robert Boucher Nickolls, Dean of Middleham, for his interesting letter of the 19th inst. and for the offer of his services: And this Committee being sensible of the advantage that may accrue to the cause of humanity by the publication of the said letter, the Chairman is requested to solicit the Dean of Middleham's leave to circulate the same in print.
GRANVILLE SHARP, Chairman.
Middleham, Yorkshire, Oct. 30, 1787.
SIR,
I TAKE the liberty of troubling you in consequence of an advertisement I have just seen in the York paper, by which I find several humane gentlemen, to their infinite honor, have noticed their design to move in Parliament for the abolition of the slave trade. Being myself a native of the West-Indies, though established in this country, I feel myself interested in the cause you have nobly espoused, and wish to contribute my mite of information, to which your public invitation encourages me.
I conceive, Sir, if it can be proved that the natural encrease of the negroes already in the islands would be fully adequate to the cultivation of them, and that such natural encrease would be secured by humane treatment, no argument could then be brought against the abolition of this accursed traffic, but from the private interest of a few individuals, on this side of the Atlantic chiefly.
Though it must be from a number of facts that the above position can derive incontrovertible evidence, yet I will state one or two remarkable ones, referring you to persons in London to authenticate them in a better manner than I am able to do.
About seventeen or eighteen years ago, a Mr. Macmahon died upon his estate in the parish of St. George in the island of Barbadoes. The estate was valued, as well as I can remember, at about 30,000l. that money. Its late possessor had been in possession of it seven or eight years; but finding it encumbered with a debt to a merchant in London, he resolved to pay off this encumbrance by extraordinary exertions: in consequence of which, he destroyed the health and lives of many of his negroes.* He was therefore obliged to supply their place with others purchased from time to time during the space of seven years; till at length upon his own demise, his estate was left precisely in the same state of encumbrance he found it, the money lost by the death of his slaves being found equal to the original debt upon his estate.
Nearly about the same time, or a little before, died Dr. Mapp, of the same island, a gentleman who possessed an estate of less value than the above mentioned, being (as I believe) but about the value of 20,000l. currency, in a situation more subject to drought, in a soil less rich, and at a greater distance from market. This gentleman was rather the patriarch than the master among his negroes. Of provisions they had a plentiful supply, his tenderness gave them a long respite from labor during the heat of the day, from eleven to three, and proper refreshments were added in the sultry interval without any labor of their own. Thus, fostered by a fatherly care, their increase was wonderful. Another estate, on which there were no negroes, was purchased, in order to receive the overflow from the original estate, which purchased estate was, I believe, of the value of 12,000l. currency. The daughter of this gentleman had a suitable fortune, and the son inherited a clear fortune of above 40,000l. more than double the original estate. The daughter is married to a most respectable gentleman, of good fortune, H. A. Esq. who will, I dare say, being a person of great humanity, certify you further on a subject that does so much honor to the memory of his lady's excellent father; for it is of importance to ascertain these particulars with minute exactness. I presume the well known house of L—— can authenticate the former relation, if it be as I heard it in the island, at the funeral of that inhuman person Macmahon. Having now no connection with the West-Indies, and residing at a distance from town, my communications to you can be of little more service than pointing out the quarter from whence you may derive better information: yet I have not knowingly exaggerated any thing, or misinformed you intentionally.
It is very certain that negroes multiply in warm climates, in an infinitely greater proportion than in cold. Even extreme heat does not incommode them; nor are they so liable as the white people to the disorders of warm climates, when their blood is not impoverish'd by extreme labor, scanty, or unwholesome diet. In the West-India islands, and in the Southern Colonies of North-America, they will be full of health and vigor at those seasons, when the whites are affected with fevers and agues, and have swollen legs, and jaundiced faces. But if the blacks are diseased with flow fevers and dysenteries, is there any wonder in it, when we consider that milk and fresh meat they never taste; Their food consists of maize, vegetables, and either a little rancid salt fish, or (rarely) a small portion
* Since writing the above, a gentleman of the island has assured me, it was ascertained from a negro levy, (or poll tax) that in two years, the number of Macmahon's slaves, was lessened nearly one half, i. e. from 170 to 95, by his severity: And that it was his usual boast, he did not desire a newly purchased slave to live longer than four years, in which time he could be sufficiently repaid for the purchase.
of salt beef or pork, from Ireland, that is of the worst quality the market affords; and their drink is, commonly, water from ponds, occasionally, with a little rum in it, and in the rainy seasons, they are not always withdrawn from their labor, to shelter.
In the Northern Provinces of North-America, (where also I have resided), from the severity of the climate, the encrease of the blacks is small, (indeed there are few of them), their natural complexion of glossy black, is changed to a dark, unhealthy tawney, and they are soon old. But warm climates are congenial to them; in them, with tolerable treatment, they are prolific and long-lived. It must therefore be the ill treatment they receive in the islands, that renders yearly supplies of new slaves necessary, to keep up the number on the plantations: Where, when they arrive, many, from the loss of their liberty, their friends and country, pine to death; some destroy themselves; few, if any, are capable of much labor, till the second or third year. And it is a known fact, that, when the planters find new recruits requisite for the cultivation of their estates, they not only prefer native slaves, but will give a considerably greater price for them.
Why then, it may be said, is any planter so blind to his own interest, as not to treat his slaves in a manner, that would amply repay his humane attention? Some persons do, and find their account in it. Still this practice is not general: Far from it. The planter has passions, upon which there is no check in law, in favor of the negro, for whose murder, (if the property is vested in him) he is not accountable to the Magistrate. The planter, from extravagancies in this country, from riotous living in his own, and not unfrequently from bad crops, is often deeply embarrassed with debts to the British merchant; or eager to make a fortune, he trusts more to present exactions of labor, and parsimonious savings, than to the future product of humanity, or future recompence of liberality. I speak generally, I know there are amiable exceptions; but exceptions imply a rule to the contrary. And lastly, the planter, confirmed in habit, inflexible in obstinacy, and rooted in prejudice, is unwilling to try the effect of a lenient and novel system, from which, to say the truth, the vices of his slaves (what can be expected from slaves!) render him often averse.
With respect to the force of prejudice in our islands, we know how invincibly unwilling the white people are to admit the slaves to the privileges of Christianity, to which I believe, the venerable Society for propagating the gospel in foreign parts can give ample testimony. And why, upon the foot of humanity, I ask the question, are these poor people to be excluded from those comforts of religion which its founder commanded to be tendered equally unto all? They are under no incapacity which they do not owe to us. At New-York I have seen from twenty to forty black communicants. The people in our islands not only neglect, but object to the conversion of their slaves, upon pleas, which, if admitted originally, would have annihilated Christianity at its first appearance.
In the continuation of Lord Clarendon's history, we find, that in his time, the number of white inhabitants was 50,000; and of blacks, if I rightly recollect, 100,000 in the island of Barbadoes: about twenty-five years since, the numbers by actual enumeration, were of whites less than 25,000; of negroes 90,000. Now, though the number of whites has apparently diminished in a greater proportion than that of the blacks, yet it is to be observed, that the blacks are stationary, they do not migrate; the whites do; nor is the encrease of the whites from new-comers in a greater proportion than the number of natives that migrate or live elsewhere; besides that the climate is more in favor of the blacks than of the whites. It is now, in round numbers, a hundred years since Lord Clarendon wrote his continuation. In this space of time the whites have diminished about one half; the number of blacks, have lessened in the proportion of nine to ten, notwithstanding the yearly importation of 5,000, as I have heard; but stating it only at 4,000, or even 3,000, that would prove the original stock of blacks to have been lost just so many times over, i. e. five, four, or three, in the space of a century, besides the diminution from 100,000 to 90,000; so that while the whites, in a climate less favorable to them, have lost only one half of their original stock, the blacks have lost it four or five times over. How near all these particulars are to the precise fact I have not the means of ascertaining; but in a general view, I believe they are sufficiently near to shew that the blacks in our islands are diminished, through maltreatment, in a proportion, which, were it to prevail equally in all countries, in a century would depopulate the globe. But I think it would be worth while to examine accurately into these particulars, as an average calculation of the loss humanity sustains in our islands, would be an argument

that no man with the feelings of a man could have the face to reply to. I think too the amount of the annual import of slaves into our islands might be easily ascertained here at home, from the accounts of sales; that amount might be compared with the exports of produce from the islands, and the comparison would shew how much of his produce the planter loses, and the proportionate charge upon it, which the consumer pays, for a traffic that a little time and some humanity would render useless.
The immediate and effectual remedy for the diminution of slaves in the islands, would be the entire abolition of the slave trade. This would necessarily oblige the planter to take such care of his negroes, as would at once essentially serve the cause of humanity, without giving him any occasion for the plea, that his rights are infringed, or his property invaded; for, surely, however he may have acquired a property of the slaves, now under his dominion, he can have none, in those who are not; He can have no greater right to recruit his gang with the inhabitants of Guinea, than with the inhabitants of Britain. Nor can the British merchant be better entitled to buy or sell the inhabitants of Guinea, than the inhabitants of Guinea are to buy or sell him. Let him suppose himself at Algiers, and ask himself what he would think of his chains, or of the right that impoed them? What, if it were true, that the British merchant buys only the captives taken in war? War is made in Guinea, that the captives may be sold to him. It is the receiver of stolen goods that makes the thief.
For all the blood spilt in such wars; for all the villages set in flames, by the contending parties; for all the ravages incident to war; for all the tears and sufferings of captives, whose attachments are violently broken; for all the cruelties they endure in the course of their voyage, or under a rigid task-master, when sold for slaves, the merchant is to answer. He sets up self-interest as his idol, and stabs humanity as the sacrifice to it. And shall the rest of the world sit down quietly, and suffer their common humanity to be thus injured and insulted; that the trader may eat turtle, and the daughter of the skipper of a vessel flounce in silks or mullins?
[Remainder to-morrow.]
Extract of a letter from Boston, dated 24. February 1787.
"The Convention of New-Hampshire have adjourned to June next. This measure was proposed by the Federalists, rather than to attempt to adopt the Constitution by a small Majority. Upwards of forty Towns have absurdly fettered their Delegates with instructions against the Constitution. It is expected, upon more mature consideration, that those instructions will be repealed and the Delegates suffered to act agreeable to their own judgments. In this case, there cannot be a doubt but the Convention will, in their next session, adopt a Constitution so replete with benefits to New-Hampshire, as well as the Union in general."
The Members of the Musical Society of this City, will please to take notice, that agreeably to a rule of the Society, a quarterly Meeting will be held to-morrow evening at 6 o'clock, at No. 29, John-street. By order of the Moderator, JOHN WOOD.
Let the Public beware!
WHEREAS two Houses fronting the Olyve-market, are advertised to be sold on the 4th of March, at the Coffee-House, by an advertisement in Mr. Childs's paper, dated 5th Feb. 1788, Signed, GARRET RAPALJE, Assignee of Abraham Schenk:
NOTICE is hereby given, that the title of the said two houses, and the lots on which they stand, is in the subscribers and their constituents, and that unless the possession is delivered to them before the next Court, legal measures will be taken to recover it, by THOMAS RANDALL, in behalf of himself and the representatives of Stephen Richards, deceased; CHRISTOPHER HOGLAND, and MOSES TUITLE, in behalf of the said Christopher Hogland, and the other defendants of Christopher Hogland, deceased.
For AMSTERDAM, The noted American BRIG NYMPH, John Palmer, Master.
WILL sail with all possible dispatch, part of her cargo being already engaged. For freight or passage, apply to Isaac Moses, No. 37, Great-Dock-street, or the Captain on board. Feb. 29. tf.
To be Let,
THE HOUSE, No. 220, Queen-street, near the Fly-market, with a large convenient Store on the rear of the lot in Gold-street, opposite the Burnt Brew-house. Enquire at the Post-Office, No. 8, Wall-street. Feb. 7.
SALES at AUCTION, On WEDNESDAY, next, At the Auction-Room, No. 208 Water-street A large and valuable assortment of DRY GOODS.
To be had at PRIVATE SALE, Genuine Madeira Wine, in pipes, hhds. and quarter casks, old, and fit for immediate use---Teneriffe, and Malaga Wines---Hyson, Souchong and Bohea Tea---Nankeens, Coarse Sheetings, Cotton Checks, and a great variety of Printed GOODS. A. L. BLECKER.
THIS DAY IS PUBLISHED, The American Magazine, For FEBRUARY, 1788. CONTENTS.
ABRIDGMENT of the laws of nature in French & English: Vindication of the preference women are supposed to have for men of inferior talents: Government, Mr. Jefferson's arguments in favor of an unalterable constitution, considered: Letter III to Dr. Stiles, describing the remains of fortifications at Muskingum; with remarks on the Indian barrows, and the striking analogy between certain customs of the Indians and ancient Britons: Continuation of Smith's history of Virginia; Education, mode of it examined: The contract, Letter III, from Belzebub: The force of habit, or the regularity of the city of Philadelphia vindicated, in opposition to a common-place opinion: Peter Pickpenny's art of pushing into business, &c. Curious extracts from ancient records: Anecdote: Dr. Mitchell's account of the insect which destroys the wheat: Letter from Juvenis: Narrative of the escape of the Countess Valois de la Motte from the Bastille: A Hibernian's request: Law questions. POETRY. On the departure of a young gentleman who failed for England some time since: Lines written by a youth on the death of Mr. S. of Sharon: The decline of wit: On the recovery of an only child from the small-pox: Intelligence: Marriages: Deaths.
To be SOLD by Messrs. S. & R. Campbell, Mr. S. Loudon, Messrs. Berry and Rogers, Mr. T. Allen, Mr. R. Hodge, Mr. T. Greenleaf, Mr. J. Reid, and the Printer hereof.
To the PUBLIC.
THE Editor of the American Magazine while he feels the grateful sense of the attention and encouragement which he receives from his subscribers, and of the assistance derived from correspondents, begs leave to inform the public, that contrary to the common method of performing less than is promised, he purposes to perform more than he engaged, when he undertook this work. The expectation of failure is connected with the very name of a Magazine; for which reason the Editor has been very moderate in his promises. Yet the materials for this work are accumulating, and the future numbers will be enlarged without any additional expense to subscribers, unless the additions to the work should exceed 16 pages.
The Printers throughout the United States are requested to observe, that this publication circulates as the Editor's property. A man who has devoted the most valuable period of life to the acquisition of knowledge; who has grown "pale o'er the midnight lamp;" who labors to decipher ancient manuscripts, or purchases copies at three thousand per cent. above the usual price of books, is undubitably entitled to the exclusive advantages resulting from his exertions and expenses.
The rights of literary property have not yet been clearly ascertained and established in this Country; and since the unequivocal rights of individuals and of public bodies have been so frequently the sport of party interest, in almost every State in the Union, what security has a man for the possession of a right less clearly defined by the laws? Most of the States however have passed laws, securing to authors their literary productions for a limited time; and in those which have not, persons concerned will please to observe that, by a solemn adjudication in the courts of Westminster, it is determined that an action will lie at common law for publishing books, pamphlets, &c. without the consent of the author or proprietor. This principle which is founded on common justice, will undoubtedly be admitted into American Courts, especially as the precedent is established in a Country celebrated for the wisdom of its Judicial decisions.
Several trespasses upon the property of the Editor, in different parts of the Country, have been already committed---and will be passed without further notice. But a repetition of the injuries will call, before the proper tribunal, a legal question of considerable importance; and produce some trouble and expense, which every man of a pacific disposition would wish to prevent.
This Day is Published, (Price, only One Shilling.)
THE Rev. MR. WILSON'S FAREWELL SERMON, preached January, 27th, 1788, and inscribed to the first Presbyterian Church in this city.
This valuable Sermon is printed from Mr. Wilson's own Manuscript, at the particular request of a great number of his Hearers.
To be sold by Thomas Allen, Bookseller, Queen-street, corner of the Fly-Market. March 3. tf.
FOUND,
A BILL of the New-York Emission. The owner describing the same, may have it, on application at No. 55, Cherry-street. March 3. 6t.
TO BE LET,
From the first day of May next, THE STORE, No. 17, Queen-street, one of the best stands in the city for the wholesale business. Two Rooms may be had with the Store if required. For terms apply to GEORGE SCRIBA, at said house. Feb. 1. tf.
To be LET on easy Terms, A Dwelling-House & Bake-House, IN good order, near Beckman-slip, in Queen-street. Enquire at No. 35, Queen-street. Feb. 25. tf.
AT PRIVATE SALE, Souchong and Bohea Tea, in quarter and half Boxes, Turpentine Soap, 20 Barrels Beef, 100 quintals of Cod Fish, 20 kegs Sounds, Best Florence Oil in bottles, Do. Capers in boxes, Do. Almonds in small bales, Do. Olives in boxes and kegs, Do. Raisins in Jars, A parcel of Cotton in bales; And a large and elegant assortment of DRY GOODS.
ALSO,
Those two very valuable HOUSES and LOTS of GROUND, No. 42, and 43, in William-street, calculated not only for the wholesale or retail business, but also for the accommodating of a family. Enquire of FREDERICK JAY.
A DISTILLER,
WHO has had a long experience in the various processes of Distillation, as practiced in this city, and was always distinguished by the approbation of those gentlemen, the direction of whose business was committed to him, is willing to engage with any gentleman who might have occasion for his services in that line. Application made to the Printer, will be treated with due deference. Feb. 27. 3t.
TO BE LET,
And entered on the first of May next, A NEW HOUSE at the lower end of Partition-street, near the Corporation-Dock; a good stand for business. The House has six fine places, exclusive of the kitchen; it is commodious and easy, with a large cistern in the yard; stands in a very healthy, pleasant situation, having a view of the North-River, and of the vessels entering and departing the harbor. For terms apply to the subscriber, on the premises. ROBERT BOYD. Feb. 29. 3m.
TAKE NOTICE!
THE Public are hereby forbid to trust my wife Elizabeth, on my account, as I am determined to pay no Debts of her contracting after this date. Feb. 27, 1788. 3t. JOHN DAVIDSON.
TO BE LET,
From the first of May next, THE STORES No. 2 and 3, opposite the Fly-market, with counting rooms and good cellars; both the Stores have counters and completely shelved; also, the whole or any part of the rooms above stairs; a capital stand for any kind of business. Enquire of JOHN BYRNE, on the Premises. March 3. ed 3m
RUN AWAY from the subscriber, in King's County, Long-Island, on Monday the 18th inst. a NEGRO MAN named JIM, about 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, about 20 years old, reddish black short hair; had on when he went away a round collar shirt, a short homespun jacket, under jacket of homespun black and white wool, buckskin breeches, grey homespun stockings, woollen check shirt, and brats Shoe buckles. An person taking up said negro, and delivering him to the subscriber, shall have EIGHT DOLLARS reward, and all reasonable charges paid. NICHOLUS WYCKOFF. Bushwick, Feb. 21. 4t
CONSTABLE, RUCKER, & Co. Have received by the Brig TOM, from Bourdeaux,
A Few Hogheads of Claret, Also, a quantity of excellent Bottled Wine, A few Packages of Women's Kid Gloves, And some Fine Cambrics. Feb. 27. tf.
HILL and OGDEN,
No. 42, Great-Dock-street, have just imported by the Grace, from Amsterdam, and for sale on very reasonable terms, for Cash, Notes at short Payments, Pot-ashes, Flax-seed, Bar-Iron, Wheat or Flour, an assortment of the following articles, viz:
TICKLENBURGS, oznaburgs, German dowlas, Russia diaper, platillas, Britannias, cotton and linen checkings, sheetings of excellent quality, white Pleasish linen, German stripes and checks, lawns, callicoes, writing paper, &c. They have likewise for sale, coatings, Yorkshire clothes, calimancoes, durants, flannels, Lish linens, &c.
Also, IMPROVED FRANKLIN STOVES, cast in the Air-Furnace, at Newark, which, besides being exceedingly neat, are constructed to give more heat into the room, a remedy for smoky chimneys, and more secure from fire than any other. Also, Potash kettles, forge hammers and anvils refined from bog-ore, pig-metal, and approved by many years experience.
N. B. Orders are received by them for every kind of hollow-ware and iron-castings, made at said Air-Furnace, and will be executed with dispatch and superior neatness. Oct. 31. tf.
By order of the Hon. Eliza Marvin, Esq. Judge of the Court of Common Pleas for the County of Orange: Notice is hereby given to all the Creditors of Nathan Baily, sen. an Insolvent Debtor, to appear before me at my office in Oxford, on Wednesday the fifth day of March next, at two o'clock in the afternoon, to show cause, if any they have, why an assignment of the said insolvent's estate should not be made, and be dishonored, pursuant to an act of the legislature of the state of New-York, entitled, "An act for the relief of Insolvent Debtors," passed the 13th day of April, 1766. Dated Orange County, February 25, 1788. 3t.
TO BE LET,
(From the first of May next,) THAT corner HOUSE, No. 23, which makes the corner of Wall and Water-street, opposite the Coffee-House; at present occupied by Mr. George Miller, merchant. Enquire at No. 15, Beckman-street. Feb. 14. 2w.
FLAX-SEED.
ABOUT thirty or forty casks wanted, for which a market price will be given. Apply to WM. WILLEMENT, No. 22, Smith-street, March 1.
JUST IMPORTED, A quantity of LADIES' TORTOISE-SHELL SILVERS for the Hair, to be SOLD by NATHANIEL SMITH, Manufacturer of Perfumery and Comb-Make, from LONDON,
At the New-York Hair-Powder and Perfume Manufactory, the ROSE, No. 187, Queen-street. To the Ladies, Gentlemen, and connoisseurs of genuine and delicate perfumery, the goods of the above manufactory are most respectfully offered.
He assures the public that he has determined to persevere in selling every article of the best quality, tho' on as low terms as it is possible to afford them.
He continues to manufacture his superior English white hair-powder, and his clarified hard and soft pomatums, on a new construction that was never introduced in this country before; they are rendered exceeding nutritious to hair, feels cool and pleasing to the head, and never caules the least heat or agitation but on the contrary it coothes and nourishes the hair, keeping it from turning grey or combing off, to be had nowhere else but as above, with our his labels upon them.
His superior English White Hair Powder, 10s. per doz. The very best common ditto 8s. per doz. Do. Violet pink orris, and Marshall, double scented, 13s. per doz. The best of English and French marshall, from 6 to 24s. per lb. His beautiful Carnation Hair Powder, for giving a natural shade to the complexion, 18s. per lb. Smith's nervous Essence for the curing the tooth ach, Sold with printed directions, 4s. per bottle. His highly approved of Milk of Roses, so well known for clearing the skin from freckle, pimples, redness or sun-burns, has not its equal for whitening and preserving the skin to extreme old age, and is very fine for gentlemen to use after shaving, 4s. and 8s. per bottle, or 3 dollars per quart, with printed directions. Highly improved sweet scented hard & soft pomatums, 1s. per pot or Roll. Smith's genuine Pomade Degrade, for thickening and strengthening the hair, it keeps it from falling off immediately, 4s. and 8s. per Pot, with printed directions. Smith's Liniment for destroying nits and vermin in the hair, warranted innocent, 2s. per Box. His white almond wash-
ball for making the hands and arms delicately soft and white, 2s. and 3s. each. Very good common, 1s. do. Fine Windsor Soap, 13s. do. Gentlemen may have their shaving boxes filled with fine shaving Soap, 2s. each. Smith's Balsamic lip salve of Roses, for giving a most beautiful coral red to the lips, cures roughness and chops, leaves them quite smooth and beautiful, 2s. and 4s. per Box. His fine Cold Cream, for taking off all kinds of roughness and leaving the skin smooth and comfortable, 2s. and 4s. per Pot. Smith's Essence of Pearl, and Pearl Dentifrice, one dollar per box and bottle, with printed directions. Violet Tooth Powder and Royal Do. 2s. per box. Smith's Almond Balle, and Almond Powder, for washing and clearing the skin. All kinds of sweet scented Waters, and Essences, with every article necessary for the Toilet. He still continues to make the full dress and half dress Vergeree Toupees upon the same principles that has given the greatest satisfaction, particularly made for Ladies to dress their own hair on. To be had only as above.
All Store-keepers supplied as usual, wholesale and retail, with the best articles in all the branches of perfumery, good and cheap.
Just imported, a large quantity of
LONG HAIR, of all colors, For braids, curls, &c. Where Hair Dressers may be supplied on reasonable terms, Feb. 12. tf.
PUBLIC notice is hereby given, pursuant to an act of the Governor, Council and General Assembly of the late Colony of New-York, passed the 19th day of March, 1774, entitled, "An act for the more effectual registry of Mortgages, and for securing the purchasers of mortgaged estates." That on the thirtieth day of April next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, will be sold at the Coffee-House, in the city of New-York, at public auction or vendue, to the highest bidder, all that certain Messuage or Dwelling-House, and Lot of Ground, situate in the Dock-ward of the said city, being bounded in front on the west by Broad-street, northerly by Mills-street, southerly and easterly by a lot now or late of the heirs and devisees of the late John Livington, deceased, containing in the front on Broad-street aforesaid, 41 feet 6 inches, on the north side 44 feet 10 inches, and on the southerly side 35 feet 4 inches, be the same more or less:---And also, all that certain Messuage and Lot of Ground, lying on Nassau-street, in the North-ward of the said city, opposite the new Brick Presbyterian Church, containing in front and rear 30 feet, and in depth on each side 21 feet. The conditions will be made known at the time of sale, and an indisputable title given to the purchaser. Dated the 29th day of October, 1787. m
Farms of LAND to be Sold,
THE first is situate in the borough town of Westchester, at Frogg Neck, joining the East River, and contains 150 acres of Land. This farm was formerly the property of Enoch Hunt. The land is excellent, and the situation delightful, only 18 miles from New-York.
The second is situate in the Manor of Cortlandt, about 2 & 1-2 miles south of the Presbyterian church at Crumpond, and is about the same distance from the Friends Meeting House; it contains 205 & 1-2 acres of good land, under excellent improvement, and now in possession of Joseph Smith, the elder.
Also, a farm situate at Singling, in the Manor of Philipsburgh, 2 miles from the landing, contains 100 acres of the best land, both for grain and grass; at present occupied by John Oser.
For particulars apply to the subscriber, living at Croton, near the ferry, who will furnish indisputable titles for either or all of the above farms.
PH. V. CORTLANDT. Manor of Cortlandt, Dec. 19. m. tf.
WANTED TO HIRE,
A N active NEGRO BOY, as waiter. For particulars enquire of the Printer. Feb. 27. tf.

For MORLAIX, (France.)
The Brigantine T O M , Alexander Lindsey, Master, WILL sail on the 9th of March, having most of her cargo engaged. For Freight (of Flaxseed) apply to the Master on board, at Malcom's wharf, or to SEA- MAN and FRANKLIN, No. 50, Queen- street: Who want to Purchase a quantity of FLAXSEED. Feb. 29. tf
For Amsterdam.
The Brigantine E L I Z A , THOMAS SKINNER, Master, WILL sail by the 10th of March, having two thirds of her cargo already engaged. For Freight or Passage apply to the Master on board, at Moore's Wharf, or to JACOB LE ROY & SON, No. 52, Queen-street. Feb. 28. tf
Wanted to Charter,
For the West-Indies, A British VESSEL of 1000 to 1000 barrels burthen. Apply to ROBERT STEWART, Feb. 26. tf No. 7, Water-street.
For BOSTON,
The Schooner SALLY, Benjamin Olmsted, Master, BURTHEN about sixty tons, a strong well built Vessel, one year old, in good repair. For freight or passage, apply to the Master on board, at the Crane-Wharf, or to JAMES WATSON, at his Store on said Wharf. New-York, Feb. 25. tf
For Kingston, Jamaica,
The Sloop FANNY, James Fowle, Master, NOW lying at Ten Eyck's wharf, will be dis- patched as soon as possible. For Freight or Passage apply to the Master on board, or DANIEL TUCKER, and Co. No. 203, Water-street. Feb. 19. tf
For BRISTOL.
The Brig FANNY, EPHRAIM GREEN, Master, WILL sail early in March, one half of her cargo being al- ready engaged, and will take the other or moderate terms. For Freight or Passage apply to the Cap- tain on board, or to W. N. NELSON. Who has received by the Ann Marian, from New- ry, and Savannah, from Dublin, a large and ge- neral assortment of 4-4 & 7-8 Linens, from 17d. upwards, A great variety of Poplins, silk Handkerchiefs, &c. He hath also for SALE, Powder, 12d. 22d. 26d. and 24d. Nails; short Pipes; a few bbls. of Tin Ware, well assorted; Irish mels and cargo Beef and Pork, in bbls. and tierces; Butter and Lard, &c. Feb. 8. tm
TO BE SOLD,
At the Merchant's Coffee-House, on Satur- day, the first day of March next, At twelve o'clock.
The brig or vessel called the
PEGGY and KATY,
As she now lies on shore at Rockway, on Long- Island, together with such part of her rigging as was saved. An in- ventory of which may be seen at the time of sale. Feb. 20. tdf.
FRANCIS PANS,
No. 51, Broad-street, Has received by the Montgomery, collected by the other late arrivals, and has remaining on hand of his former stock, the following general as- sortment, in the FANCY, MILLENERY, and DRY GOOD LINE,
CHINA and satin ribbons, a great variety differ- ent widths and colors; plain net, grape, souf- fle, silk spotted and striped, black and white gauze; fancy colored edging hats, yellow and black Leghorn do. per dozen or quantity; black and white skein and ribbon wires; wire frames for the latest fashion bonnets; mock point laces; black silk ditto, and edgings; white thread laces and edgings; black fat- cins and modes slippers, white and colored farce- nets; chintzes and calicoes; furniture copperplate do. linens and checks; moireens, callimancoes and fluff; silk, thread, cotton, and worsted hose; pink, blue, green, and dove colored silk quilts; mouselin and cotton shawls; silk, linen, and cotton handkerchiefs; corded dimities, mouselin and chintz trimmings; plain and sprigged lawns; plain and striped muf- lins; lawn and mouselin handkerchiefs; fine and com- mon cambrics; black patent net lace; nankeens, umbrellas, artificial flowers, feathers, flannels, baies, and striped wildbores, sewing silks, threads, &c. &c. all which will be sold on the very lowest terms, for immediate payment.
He returns his sincere thanks to the public in gene- ral for their past custom, and solicits a continuance. The Millinery Business will still continue to be carried on in the most extensive manner, with the utmost exertions to give satisfaction; and to enable him to sell off the large stock of gauzes, ribbons, &c. remaining on hand, every article in that line will be charged at the lowest terms possible. Nov. 23. tf
TO BE LET,
[From the first day of May next,] THE HOUSE, No. 12, on the fourth side of Queen-street, near the Fly-Market. Enquire at No. 59, Maiden-Lane. Jan. 29. tf
TO BE LET,
[From the first of May next,] A VERY convenient DWELLING-HOUSE, in Paterson-street, adjoining the red Store, where Mr. Sheaff formerly lived. Enquire of JOHN MY- R, at said House. Feb. 8. tf
TO BE LET,
THE HOUSE, No. 15, Queen-street, now in posses- sion of Messrs. Dubey & Co. Likewise the HOUSE, No. 16, Ferry-street. Enquire at No. 45 Maiden-lane, or at No. 26, Queen-street. Feb. 22. tf
TO BE SOLD,
A HOUSE and LOT of GROUND, No. 6, the East side of Broad-street, at present occupied by Mrs. McLean; said house is in good repair, and has seven fire-places, is very convenient, being all on a floor from the street door to the kitchen and yard; the lot is 26 feet front and rear, and on the South side 81 feet deep, on the North side from the front 33 feet, then extending to the northward 18 feet, and thence to the North end of the rear line 52 feet English measure. If not sold at private sale before the first day of April next, then to be sold at Public Auction.---For conditions, enquire at No. 46, Smith-street. Feb. 23. tdf
JAMES SAIDLER
Insurance Broker, No. 31, Water-street, two doors from the corner of King-street, BUYS and sells on Commission, all kinds of Pub- lic Securities, Goods and Produce, as usual. He has also imported in the Wilson, from Liver- pool, the America, from London, and last vessels from Europe, a neat assortment of GOODS, consist- ing of fine brown, mixt, blue drab, and copper- coloured Broad Cloths, Coatings, Duffles and Blan- kets, Flannels and Baizes, 3-4, 7-8, 4-4 and 11-8 wide cotton Checks, printed Cottons, Chintzes, Ribbons, Lawns, Lawn Handkerchiefs and Aprons, Sattins and Modes, cotton and silk Handkerchiefs, sewing Silks and Twill, fine and coarse Hats, Mo- ireens, Durans, Tamies, Callimancoes and Cam- blets, Table Cloths and Diapers, Writing Paper, and an assortment of HARD WARE, &c. which he will sell on reasonable terms, for Cash, Country Produce, or public Securities.---Also, six pair of el- egant brass mounted Fire Dogs, and a few barrels pickled Mackerel and Cod-Fish, in excellent order. Apply as above. N.B. Purchasers of unappropriated and confiscated lands, can be supplied with certificates on the most reasonable terms.
TO BE SOLD,
A Number of improved FARMS, in the counties of Dutchess, Ulster and Orange; likewise a quantity of unimproved Land in either of the said counties. Apply to J. JOHNSTON, No. 18, Wall- street. Also to be Sold, a LOT in Broad-way, next to Mr. Seaman's, 54 feet in front, extending in the rear to New-street. Enquire as above. Dec. 25. tf
TO BE SOLD,
FOUR LOTS of GROUND, situate in Montgome- ry Ward, in the lower part of George-street; being part of the Land, formerly the garden of Mr. Bemper, deceased; three of which Lots are 25 by 100 feet, and one Lot, 25, by 50 feet. Also four LOTS in Gold-street, being also part of the said Gar- den. Two of which Lots are 25 by 75 feet, and two Lots, 25 by 50 feet, one of which is a Crierer Lot; possession to be given the first day of May next. ALSO, TO BE SOLD or LEASED, for a term of years, three Lots of Ground, in the Well Ward, bounded Northerly, on Vesey-street, and are dis- tinguished, by Lots, No. 40, 41 and 42, which Lots are 25 feet each, front and rear, and from 82 to 89 feet in length. The payments will be made easy to the purchasers. ALSO, TO BE LET, from the first day of May next, three HOUSES, in Crown-street, No. 43, 44 and 45; and two HOUSES, the one, being the corner of Beckman and Gold-street; and the other adjoin- ing thereto, in Gold-street. For particulars, enquire at No. 2, Beckman-Slip. Feb. 5, 1788. tf
TO BE SOLD,
SEVENTEEN years' lease of that pleasant Coun- try Seat called BELMONT, containing 20 acres of Land, about three and a half miles from this city, with all the improvements thereon; at present in good condition. Its situation in point of extensive and varied Prospect being so well known, need not be described. For terms apply to JOHN MUR- RAY, jun. No. 38, Queen-street, or to the Person now on the premises. Feb. 13. tf
FLAX-SEED,
Stored, cleaned purchased and sold, at HARTELL and WOODWARD's FLAX-SEED STORE, lately occupied by Mr. Ja- cob Sarly, last by Mr. Nash, between Van Andt's and Murray's Wharves. tf Oct. 22
A FARMER.
A Middle aged steady Man and his Wife, without children, capable of conducting a FARM and DAIRY, producing undeniable proof of being in- dustrious, honest, attentive and frugal, may hear of permanent employment, by applying to the Printer. Feb. 4. tf
To be Sold at Private Sale,
THAT large and well built HOUSE, No. 173, and Lot of GROUND fronting on Queen-street, extending through to Cliff-street, with a conveni- ent Coach-House and Stables, on said Cliff-street, being part of the real estate of the late Mr. Ger- ard Depeyster, deceased. The above House and Lot is situated in a part of the city of New-York, which is and will continue to be a situation for trade and business, not inferior to any part of the said city. NOTICE is hereby given to all persons who may still have demands upon the estate of the said Gerard Depeyster, to bring in their accounts for payment; and to all such who are yet indebted to said estate, to settle the same with the Subscriber, who will give an indisputable title upon a Sale of the above House and Lot to the purchaser. JOHN DEPEYSTER. Feb. 28. t.f.
New Line of STAGES.
THE Proprietors of the New Line of Stages find- ing many inconveniences arise both to the respectable Public and themselves, from inattention to business; In future they are determined to use every endeavour to serve the public, and wish encouragement only in proportion to their exert- ions and attention to their business. From the date hereof the fare will be from Powles- Hook three Spanish milled Dollars, and all way pas- sengers Four-Pence per mile; 150 weight baggage to be the same as a Passenger. Printers papers and letters will be conveyed gratis, convenient por- tionage as are provided for that purpose. The Stages leave Powles-Hook at 3 o'clock, P. M. every day for Philadelphia, except Saturday. Michael Demillon, John Gulick, Joseph Davis, Thomas Egbert, Joseph Vandegrift, Matthias Ward, David Hamilton, John N. Cumming. Robert Stockton, Feb. 21. tf
WHEREAS the Partnership of JACOB BOGAR- DUS & Co. is by mutual consent dissolved; All Persons having any demands against said House, are requested to present their accounts at their Store at Red-Hook, for payment; and all Persons in- debted to said House, will be pleased to make im- mediate payment on or before the 1st day of Ap- ril next, or their accounts will, without distinction, be put into the hands of an attorney. Red-Hook, Feb. 1. 28. tf
TO BE LET,
A HOUSE, No. 136, Water-Street, (at present occupied by COMFORT SANDS, Esq.) with nine fire places, the Rooms large, and well finish- ed. On the Premises is a very convenient Stable the whole in excellent order, and suitable for a large Family. A HOUSE, No. 201, Queen-street, near Burling's-Slip, a capital stand for any kind of Business. Also, That well finished and commodi- ous Building, No. 16, Dock-street, in which Messrs. PHILIP and JACOB MARK, now live, well situated for mercantile pursuits, or domestic convenience. They will be Rented at moderate prices. Enquire at No. 200, Queen-street, of WILLIAM LAIGHT, & Co. New-York, Feb. 11. tf
TO LET,
A FARM, whereon is a good new HOUSE, a fine orchard of choice fruit, with a garden of En- glish Cherry Trees. Any quantity of land, may be had under eighty acres, situated within four miles of New-York. For particulars apply to JOHN LEAKE, Bloomingdale. Feb. 19. tf
To be LET or SOLD, THE HOUSE and DISTILLERY on the North- River, below the College, late Skinner's.--- Enquire of J. & H. WADDINGTON. Feb. 9. tf
THE HOUSE, No. 202, Queen-street, next door to Mr. Thomas Pearsall's, in which Mr. James Montaudeveri now lives, is to be let. Enquire at No. 9, Queen-street. Feb. 5. tf
WILLIAM USTICK, jun.
No. 33, Queen-street; HAS just received by the SALLY and other late vessels from Br. Btl. a general assortment of IRONMONGERY and CUTLERY; Amongst which are---Nails, Glass, Paints, sheet Iron, Sheet Lead, blistered and Crawley Steel, Anvils, Vices and Beck Irons, brass Kettles, iron Pots and Kettles, Frying Pans, Spades and Shovels, Shovel and Tongs, Bellows, Warming Pans, brass and iron Can- dlesticks, hard and soft Waffle Irons, men and boys Scates, long handle hair Brooms, Brushes of all kinds, Knives and Forks, Pen and Jack-knives, Shears and Scissors, wire and spring Moule and Rat Traps, Jacks, Clouts, Brads, and Screws of all sizes, Locks and Hinges of every kind, Carpenters, Coopers and Joiners Tools, &c. &c. He has also for sale Pickled Mackerel, Salmon and Herrings, which he will dispose of on reasona- ble terms for Cash; also Nails of all sizes, manu- factured in this city, and equal to any imported. New-York, Nov. 15, 1787. tf
TO BE LET,
From the first of May next, THAT neat convenient HOUSE, No. 2, in Fair- street, either with or without the Lot and Build- ing in the rear thereof. The above premises are excellently situated for a private family. Likewise, two roomy convenient HOUSES, No. 14 and 15, in Rucker's-Rt. etc, lately fitted up and put in good repair. For terms apply to Mr. FRAN- CIS PANS, No. 51, Broad-street. Feb. 19. tf
TO BE LET,
For one year, or on lease, and possession given the first of May next, THE HOUSE and FARM and out Houses, now occupied by John Marlow, Esq. The Farm contains 46 acres of ground, its situation is plea- sant and healthy, and about 6 miles from the city. It is well stocked with fruit trees of all kinds.--- To be let also, the HOUSE No. 42, Dock-street.--- Enquire of JAMES MEYERS, No. 13, Water-street. Feb. 25. tf
Twenty Pounds Reward.
WHEREAS the DOOR of SAINT PETER's CHURCH in this City was BROKE OPEN on the night of Saturday the 26th inst. by some per- son or persons unknown: The above reward of Twenty Pounds will be paid by the Trustees of said Church, to any person or persons who may detect apprehend, and prove to conviction the party or parties guilty thereof. New-York, Jan. 31. tf
WHEREAS the Co-Partnership of the House of JOHN READE and JACOB BOGARDUS, of this city, under the firm of Reade and Bogardus, was, on the 6th day of November last, dissolved by mutual consent; All Persons having any demands against said House, are requested to furnish their accounts immediately, and those who are indebted to them will be pleased to make payment to JAMES HILL, jun. at Great-Dock-street, No. 46, on or before the 1st day of April next, or their accounts will, without distinction, be put into the hands of an Attorney. New-York, Feb. 1. 28. tf
TO BE LET,
And may be entered the first of May, The Mansion-House, at Bush-Hill, WITH 20 acres of the adjoining grounds. The House is large and commodious, being com- posed of three stories, each consisting of four rooms, and a spacious gallery; there are two Kitchens, a Servant's Hall, an Ice-House, Coach-House, Sta- bling for eight Horses and five Cows, with other convenient offices. The situation is excellent, commanding views of the Delaware, Schuylkill, and the City of Philadelphia, being within one mile of it. In point of elegance and accomodation for a large family, this seat is not exceeded by any on the continent. For terms apply to WIL- IAM HAMILTON. Bush-Hill, Feb. 1. 39.
VERDIGREASE.
A few Sacks of the best quality, may be had of EFFINGHAM LAWRENCE, No. 227, Queen-street, facing the Fly-market. Also a large and general assortment of Genuine DRUGS & MEDICINES, Patent Medicines, Perfumeries, Surgical Instru- ments, &c. An invoice of a complete assortment of Drugs & Medicines, Shop Furniture, &c. with every neces- sary for a person disposed to enter into the Druggist business, will be sold very reasonable. A large quantity of Ointment, Syrup and Pill-Pots very cheap; Orange Peas for Illness; MEDICINE CHESTS, with directions. Oct. 12. tf
Tobacco and Snuff,
Of the best quality and flavor, to be had of Peter and George Lorillard, At their Tobacco and Snuff Manufactory, No. 49, Chatham-street, above the New Gaol. PIG-TAIL, plugs, and cut Tobacco, kites and com- mon smoking; also leaf Tobacco, by the hoghead or smaller quantity. Macuba snuff, at 4s. per bottle; Strasburgh, Brazil and scented Rappee snuff, at 2s. per bottle; scented Rappee in leads, at 15s. per lb. Rappee not scented, at 15s. per lb. Manufactured tobacco and snuff will be exchanged for leaf tobacco in bds. or casks, or tobacco taken and manufactured on the most reasonable terms. Whoever may want any of the above tobacco or snuff, shall re- ceive them good as any on the continent. N.B. Proper allowance will be made to those who want a quantity. March 1. 3m.
TO BE LET,
THE House No. 40, in Hanover-Square, lately occupied by Mr. Thomas Maule. For terms apply to JOSHUA SANDS, No. 136, Wat- er-street. Feb. 25. tf
To the Honorable the Legislature of the State of New-York, in Senate and As- sembly convened.
The Petition of the Congregation of the Reformed German Church of the German Flats, of the County of Montgomery, Most Humbly Sheweth,
THAT HANS DEDRICK STALEY, and others, by Indenture, bearing date the 18th day of September, 1765, conveyed to Peter Remsen, late of the City of New- York, merchant, deceased, Lots No. 45, 46, and 47, in a patent granted to Rudolph Staley, and 16 others, situate, lying and being on the south side of the Mohawk Ri- ver, at a place called the German Flats, in the County aforesaid, to have and to hold the said three Lots of Land, unto the said Peter Remsen, his Heirs and Assigns, in trust for the maintenance and support of the officiating Minister of the Gospel for the time being, of the church aforesaid: That the said Hans Dedrick Staley, and the rest of the grantees aforesaid, gave the said Conveyance under an impression that the said premises above-mentioned would be for the benefit of the Church aforesaid, and not for the maintenance of the officiating Minister thereof only, which will appear by the Certificate hereunto annexed, signed by the present officiating Minister: That several of the parties to the said Indenture have since died, and some of the Heirs are Mi- nors: That others of the said parties have been attained for adhering to the enemy, during the late war, and their estates for- feited to the people of this State. Great in- conveniences arise to your Petitioners, the said Church, and the present Minister there- of, from the execution of the said trust by the Heirs of the said Peter Remsen, by rea- son of the distance they live at from the said land: And that the Heirs of the said Peter Remsen are desirous of being exone- rated from the further execution of the said trust. Thus circumstanced, your Petition- ers are advised that the interposition of the Legislature is necessary to prevent all future inconveniences arising from the execution of the trust aforesaid, by the Heirs of the said Peter Remsen, to insure the advantages which the Grantees of the said trust intend- ed the Church aforesaid should derive from it.
YOUR Petitioners therefore pray, That the Honorable the Legislature will be pleased to pass an Act, to direct an as- signment of the said trust to or vest the said land in the Trustees and their Suc- cessors, for the sole benefit and be- hoof of their said Church, or to grant unto your Petitioners such other relief, in the Premises, as to the Honorable the Legislature shall seem meet. And your Petitioners, as in duty bound, shall ever pray.
ABRAHAM ROSENCRANTZ, In behalf of the Congregation.
STATE OF NEW-YORK.
In Assembly, February 21st, 1788.
THE Petition of Abraham Rosenkrantz and others, in behalf of the Congregation of the Reformed German Church of the Ger- man Flats, in the County of Montgomery, was read, and thereupon Ordered, that the Petitioners have leave to present to this House at the next meeting of the Legislature, a Bill for vesting the lands specified in the said Petition in the Trustees of the said Congregation, agreeable to the prayer of the said Petition, provided that the Petitioners do previously cause a copy of the said Petition and of this Order, to be printed for the space of six weeks successively, in one of the public News-papers printed in the City of New- York, and in one of the public News-pa- pers printed in the City of Albany, to the end, that all persons who may conceive themselves interested therein, may shew cause to this House, on the first Monday after a quorum of both Houses shall be convened, at the next meeting of the Legislature, why the prayer of the said Petition should not be granted. A copy.
6wm JOHN MCKESSON, Clerk.
Printed by FRANCIS CHILDS, No. 22, Hanover-Square.