Gazette of the United States, & Philadelphia daily advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]), 1798-02-19 00:00:00

Gazette of the United States, AND Philadelphia Daily Advertiser.
By JOHN FENNO, No. 119 Chestnut Street.
NUMBER 1699.]
PHILADELPHIA: MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 19, 1798.
[VOLUME XIII.]
FOR SALE, The Schooner THREE SISTERS, Burthen 85 tons, two years old built of the best materials, and now ready to receive a cargo.
ALSO, The Sloop HARRIET, Burthen 77 tons, three years old, is well found; may be viewed at Messrs. Pettel and Bayard's wharf.
Those Vessels are well calculated for Coasters, and have been employed in the trade between Philadelphia and New-York. They have excellent accommodations for passengers.
For terms, apply to Gurney & Smith. February 16.
NICKLIN & GRIFFITH, At their Store on Walnut Street Wharf— HAVE FOR SALE, 38 hds. of Jamaica Rum, Madeira Wine in pipes and hds. Teneriffe do. in pipes Old Port do. in hds.
Imperial Tea in quarters and eighths of chests Sail Canvas, No. 1, to 3 Dimities, Ginghams, and Mullnets, in packages suitable for the West-India market Nails assorted Black quart bottles Queens ware in hds. and crates Yellow ochre dry in casks
And at New-York, on board the ship Diana, from Liverpool, expected round as soon as the navigation is open, Fine Liverpool Salt Coals
Spanish Brown Venetian Red Purple Brown Patent White White Lead Red Lead Calcutta vitriol 160 bundles Sheathing paper Seaming Twine
Ship DIANA, For Sale or Charter. A L S O, Brig AMASON. N. B. The late firm of Philip Nicklin & Co. is now changed to NICKLIN & GRIFFITH. January 1.
For Savannah, The fast sailing Ship SWIFT PACKET, (a regular trader) PATRICK GRIFFIN, master, WILL sail on the 10th inst. (ice permitting) has handsome accommodations for passengers. For freight or passage apply to the master on board, at Bickley's wharf, above Market-street, or N. & F. Francis, No. 95, South Front-street. February 3.
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 hds. White Wine in quarter casks Claret in cases, of a superior quality Fontinac, Santerac, Lunelle, Prunes in boxes November 24.
For Sale or Charter, The Snow GOOD HOPE Will carry about 1200 barrels, and is already take in a cargo. For terms apply to Pragers & Co. No. 151, South Second-street. Who have for sale—prime St. Croix Sugar and Rum, Madera, Lisbon, and Teneriffe wine. November 7.
Flax Seed for sale. Apply to GEO. DOBSON, No. 25, South Third-street. January 27.
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. Kiefer, at the Glass House. Orders from the distant States to be addressed to Mr. Samuel Gore, Court-street, Boston. Two or three good Glass makers are wanted at the above works, such as can produce recommendations for good behavior, may be sure of employ. Men without families will be preferred. However unacquainted with the method of making Crown Window Glass, they will meet with the same encouragement. Boston, January 16.
A Nurse's place wanted. A WOMAN just arrived from England, wants a place as a Nurse attendant on the sick, either on a Gentleman or Lady. For further information apply at No. 10, South Fourth-street, near Market-street. Feb. 5.
JUST RECEIVED, AND FOR SALE, AT W. YOUNG'S Book-store, Corner of Chestnut and Second streets, (Price 50 Cents)
Causez qui se sont opposées aux Progres du commerce, entre LA FRANCE et les ETATS-UNIS DE L'AMERIQUE. Avec les Moyens de l'accellerer; Et la comparaison de la Dette Nationale de l'Angleterre, de la France, et des ETATS-UNIS.
In six Lettres, adressées à Monsieur le Marquis DE LA FAYETTE. Traduit par le Manuscript Anglais du Colonel SWAN, ancien Membre de la Législature de la République du Massachusetts. Le Commerce est la portion la plus importante des Richesses Nationales. —Le Trident de Neptune, est le sceptre du Monde. LEMERRE.
Or causes that have been opposed to the PROGRESS OF COMMERCE between FRANCE and the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. With the means of accelerating it; And a comparison of the National Debts of England, France, and America. In Six letters, directed to the Marquis DE LA FAYETTE.
Translated (into French from the original English Manuscript of Col. SWAN, formerly a Member of the Legislature of Massachusetts. Commerce is the most important portion of the Wealth of Nations. —The Trident of Neptune is the Sceptre of the world. LEMERRE.
AT a juncture when the question of a Commercial Treaty with France may soon become an object of discussion, a work of this kind becomes extremely useful to those citizens of the United States, who may be desirous to enable themselves to view this subject, under its various aspects; and they will have the satisfaction to be furnished with the necessary data, to judge of the usefulness of this transaction. This work is principally distinguished by the richness of the observations, the perspicuity of the ideas, and the model of the theory which it contains. At Paris, a man of wit observed, that this work was like a rich farmer's barn, heaped up to the very roof with useful produce. It is addressed to the unfortunate LA FAYETTE, in letters, which fugitive form, the author who could only devote a few weeks to this occupation, was obliged to adopt. Although circumstances are in many respects different at the present day, from what they were in the year 1790, when these letters were written, yet it may be justly said, that so many absolute and permanent facts will remain, that the judicious reader will not appreciate the work less on that account; on the contrary, as many of the alterations, which have been made, are the result of the author's remarks, it will serve to convince him that in all transactions, between free nations, every thing may be expected from the efforts of truth and justice. LETTER I. General view of the obstacles, created in France, to prevent the extension of commerce, with the United States—Observations made in a tour, taken for that express purpose, upon some French manufactures (a precious fragment this). Examination and refutation of the prejudices existing in France, against the quality of certain productions of the United States, and against the advantages of their importation—Demonstration of the bad policy of laying duties on their importation, principally on provisions in general, and on salt provisions, and fish in particular—Considerations on the regulations of the French custom-houses. LETTER II. Obstacles to the extension of trade with France, proceeding from circumstances and individuals in the United States—Proofs that these obstacles are only temporary and will be removed (they have been removed) by time and the wisdom of government—History of the influence of the American paper money—Important principles and abstract considerations on money and circulation—Causes of the stagnation of American trade, after the peace—Critical examination of French goods, imported into America, and extraordinary conduct of the French merchants—Effects of good commercial laws, and patriotic wishes on this subject—Observations on money, weights and measures. LETTER III. Essay in the form of a tableau, to appraise the importations into the United States from France and England united. The author examines at each article, whether it can be better furnished from France or England—It is principally on this subject (which would have astonished a mere theorist) that the author appears to conceive great commercial experience. These kinds of tableaux, unluckily as difficult to obtain as they are much to be desired, are the only true guides the statesman can take for the policy of treaties, deprived of which he is continually deceiving or deceived. We cannot too much admire the apparent exactness of Colonel Swan's calculations; and although the prophecies of Lord Sheffield have already been contradicted by experience, and by several able pens, yet it is curious to see the author of the present work, dispute with him the only ground on which he has not been hitherto attacked, by proving that France, under the required condition, will be better able than Great Britain to supply us with several articles, which the English author allows exclusively and forever to the latter; the author's partiality effect on (if he has any) does not appear to have at any time created a partiality of judgment. The result of this calculation is that in 1789, that is to say, at a period when arts and manufactures did not present in France the vast means and probability of extension which they now possess, that even in 1789, it was presumable, that France would not only have the means to supply one half of any given quantity of the productions of France and England united, but also to enter into competition with Great Britain for the remainder, in proportion to the wisdom of her government, and the industry of her inhabitants. LETTER IV. Calculation of the exportations of the United States, and particular examination of their suitability to France; this is one reason why, notwithstanding the excellent work of Mr. Tench Coxe, Mr. Swan's tableau is by no means superfluous, the principle of the advantages which would result to France from the importation of provisions and raw materials, in every where applied; and it is upon this argument, that the author establishes his demands to the French government, for the limited admission of the productions of his country into France. LETTER V. Tableau, of the debt of the United States at that time—Opinions of the author on the finances, on the effects of national debt, on circulation, &c. as more amply detailed in his National Arithmetic printed at Boston in the year 1790; the whole calculated to strengthen in France, the public and private credit of the United States—the happy condition of America, and the miseries arising from the public debt, in Europe, are contrasted in the ablest manner, and under the most striking relations, by very curious calculation—Observations on the wisdom and economy which preside over the public expenses in Massachusetts. In this place the patriotism of the author appears, with all the elevation which a just national
pride inspires. The ancient governments of Europe, says he, will learn from us the art of economy in recompensing the services which the country receives: Amongst us it will be seen, that men are chosen for places, and not places for men. This letter concludes with a general view of the public property, deposited in the hands of the government of the United States. LETTER VI. General examination of the defects of the commercial policy of France with respect to the United States; many of these obligations have produced the effects for which they were intended, others still remain, pointing out the means to be made in future, as a good chart marks the shoals and rocks. The author concludes his work, by fixing his attention on his country, and the great men who have rendered it illustrious; and we take a pleasure in quoting what he says of the present chief of our government. To praise a man when he exercises a distinguished employment, is common, and may be taken for flattery; but whilst he is in private life, it is the homage of sincerity. Note, page 318 of the work. * Les habitans des Etats-unis, suivant dans leur choix le bien public, & excitant par ce principe de reconnaissance, choisirent M. John Adams pour vice-president du nouveau congres. Ses efforts, pour préserver le peuple des insinuations formées par le gouvernement Anglais contre la liberte, le rendirent suspect a ceux qui etoient en pouvoir. Le peuple, convaincu de son merite, le choisit pour un de ses representans dans le premier congres. Doce nombre etoit aussi M. Samuel Adams, patriote aussi intrépide, qu'infaillible. La revolution Americaine doit beaucoup a la perseverance de ses travaux, & a ses talents distingués. C'est que M. John Adams, a developpes dans le traite de paix, qui s'est fait a Paris en 1783, un prouve qu'il etoit aussi instruit que M. Franklin, et qu'il avoit un esprit aussi vaste que celui de ce dernier. Il est dans son ouvrage sur la defense de la constitution Americaine, il a montre toutes les consequences qui ferment les vrais jusculistes & les hommes de loi; connoissances necessaires, pour remplir honorablement les fonctions de president ou senat des Etats-unis.
NOTICE IS hereby given, that the Subscriber, an insolvent debtor, confined in the common goal of the County of Cape May in the state of New-Jersey, hath presented his petition to the Judges of the Inferior Court of Common Pleas, in and for the said county, praying that they would attend to hear what can be alleged for or against his liberation, pursuant to an act of the Legislature of this State, entitled "An act for the relief of insolvent debtors," passed the 26th day of January 1798. And the said court did appoint Monday the 26th day of March next for the purpose aforesaid; to meet at the Court House in the Middle Precinct, at eleven o'clock, in the forenoon of the said day, of which his creditors are requested to take notice. CHARLES ALLEN. Cape May, Feb. 3, 1798. Feb. 14.—raww
OVAL BOTTLES. Quart and half gallon in crates—and a quantity of Claret Bottles of a right size—For sale at No. 13, Church Alley. JOHN DORSEY. January 12. 3taww.
A House in Burlington for Sale. THE subscriber has a large, convenient two-story brick House, with Stables, Carriage-house, and a well-improved Garden, in the City of Burlington, New-Jersey, which he wishes to sell. For terms apply at No. 5, South Fourth-street, to GEORGE WALKER, Who has also for Sale, Lots in Washington City, Contiguous to the Capitol and to the principal harbour. December 29. 70t
Princeton—New-Jersey. To be Sold, THAT neat and convenient House in which the late Mrs. Ann Witherspoon, now Mrs. Ann Walker lived; together with all the appurtenances. The house is two stories high, of frame work and painted. There are four rooms and an entry on the lower floor, and five rooms on the second floor. The cellars are dry, and the garret spacious—The back yard is paved with stones. In it are a well of excellent water, an oven, a smoke house, and house for ashes—and behind it a carriage house, hay loft, grassery, and convenient stables, with four stalls for horses, and four for near cattle. The lot is 60 feet wide upon the street, and 254 feet deep, somewhat more than half of which is made into a kitchen garden of an excellent soil. For terms, which will be made very reasonable, apply to the reverend Samuel S. Smith. January 19. 2taww
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 Stables, wharf, &c. situate on Water-street, between Mulberry and Sassafras Streets, containing in front on Water-street fifty-four feet, and containing that breadth eastward ninety-five feet, then widening to the south thirteen feet six inches. These houses have the convenience of a public alley adjoining on the north side, and are a very desirable situation for a merchant, flour-factor, or others who may have occasion for storage of goods. This property will be sold on very reasonable terms for cash. For further information apply to the printer. July 31. m&wif
IN THE PRESS, And speedily will be Published, For the benefit of the MARINE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES, A general plan and system of Regulations therein: Written at Sea, in the year 1794: And now printed BY THE AUTHOR. * A NAVY would be maintained but to an almost useless purpose which taking the seamen kept the merchantmen idle in port, and trading vessels would be as unprofitably employed, if they took all those seamen whose skill and courage on board ships of war, would give them protection and secure their family. We have enough for both purposes, and the captivating hand of attention alone is wanting to multiply their number. * Money may buy all naval stores, except mariners; but, unless a supply of them is preferred, no wealth will be able to procure them. February 7.
Bank of Pennsylvania.
AT a meeting of the Stockholders, held at the Bank on Friday, the 2d February, 1798, pursuant to public notice— On motion, Resolved, That, this meeting being impressed with a due sense of the extraordinary services and attention of SAMUEL M. FOX, Esq. President of this Bank, in the execution of the duties of his office; which have been much increased by the peculiar situation of the institution, at the period of his appointment; and by the difficulties occasioned in consequence of the recent calamity in this city;—a committee of three gentlemen be appointed to prepare a piece of Plate, of a value not exceeding five hundred dollars, with suitable emblems and devices, to be presented to Mr. Fox, in the name of the Stockholders, as an evidence of the high sense they entertain of his late official services. William T. Smith, Peter Wifoff, and Charles Biddle, Esqrs. were appointed a committee for the above purpose. Ordered, that the preceding resolution be published. Extract from the minutes. WILLIAM T. SMITH, Chairman. Attest—JOHN SITGREAVE, Secretary.
Fresh Fruit.
To-morrow morning will be landed, at Morris's Wharf, just above the Draw-bridge, the cargo of the Schooner Frederickburg Packet, Captain Pearce from Malaga, viz. Bloom Raisins in kegs Do. do. in boxes Muscatel do. in do. Figs in kegs Almond kernels in casks and boxes Soft shell'd almonds in sacks Prunes in boxes Grapes in jars Anchovies in kegs, &c. The whole of the articles shipped as of the first qualities. For Sale by Peter Kuhn. dsf
Balkenridge—for sale
IT consists of 920 acres, almost all of which is a fine rich Meadow, (the residence of the late Earl of Sterling). It may be conveniently divided into five farms, four of which are bounded on the East by the river Patapsco. There are on it a number of buildings, forming a square of nearly three acres. The dwelling house is a very convenient one and a small expense would put it in complete repair. The orchard consists of 1500 fine bearing engrafted Apple Trees—and there is on other parts of said tract near 300 other Apple Trees—as also a great variety of other fruits, particularly Cherries of the best and most delicious kinds. Also, a great number of beautiful Exotics and Forest Trees, that add to the beauty and convenience of the place. Its situation is about 18 miles from the towns of Newark and Elizabeth—to do. from Morris-Town, and 12 from Springfield—it is wooded and watered. To save trouble, the price is five pound pr. acre in cash, on delivery of the deeds. Please to enquire of T. McEUEEN & Co. No. 78, Chestnut street. February 2. eodtf
Prison Manufactory.
FOR SALE, At the Prison of the City and County of Philadelphia, Cut Nails of all sizes, from 3d to 20d. Flooring Boards, Spriggs, laddle and card Tacks Oakum and chipped Logwood Shoemakers and Selders Thread Also—Sawed Marble, suitable for currier's tables, tomb and hear stones, hearths, chimney pieces, platforms, slabs, basins, window heads, sills, &c. All which may be had on reasonable terms. Shoes made and Weaving done at said Prison at a moderate price. Orders from a distance, directed to Daniel Thomas, agent for the prison, will be attended to. December 26. mthom
Just Published,
And to be had at the Book-stores of Messrs. Dobson, CAMPBELL, YOUNG and OAKROD, in Philadelphia, OBSERVATIONS On the Causes and Cure of Remitting or Bilious Fevers. To which is annexed, AN ABSTRACT of the opinions and practice of different authors; and an APPENDIX, exhibiting interesting facts and reflections relative to the Synodus Heteralis, or Yellow Fever, which has occasioned so much distress and mortality, at different periods, in several of the seaport towns of the United States of America. BY WILLIAM CURRIE. Fellow of the Philad. his College of Physicians, and Member of the American Philosophical Society. Feb. 1.—1m$
Canal Lottery—No. II.
WILL 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 these, the City or Washington, No. 11, and Patterson Lotteries, and information where tickets may be had in most of the Lotteries authorised 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. $
IN THE PRESS,
AND SPEEDILY WILL BE PUBLISHED, (Price 25 Cents) Reflections on Monroe's View OF THE CONDUCT OF THE EXECUTIVE, As published in the GAZETTE of the UNITED STATES, Under the signature of SCIPION, In which the commercial warfare of France is traced to the French fashion in this country as its source, and the motives of the opposition to the measures of the United States are exposed. Feb. 2.
FOR SALE,
By the Subscriber, No. 21, Penn-street, The Cargo of the Ship Ganges, John Green, commander, from Bengal, Consisting of Bastes, of various qualities and prices, Coffees, Sanhals, Humhums, Blue Cloth, Chiniz and Calicoes, Mamoodys, Maharagonges, Ginghams, Guzzanas, Guahs, Pinisfoes, Salgatchys, Gillie Romals, Mock Pulicas, Punjum Cloths, Guzey do. Charceana Dorea, Tanjibs, Mulmula, Mulmul do. Bandannos, Sifleries, Choppa Romals, Soory do. Persian of various col. 200 tons SUGAR 90,000 lb. PEPPER. Willings & Francis. The Piece Goods Of the Ganges are now open to sale at that commodious store the north west corner of Market and Fourth-streets. Also—A few Bales of Madras Hks. of elegant pattern and best colours. February 8. dtf
FOR SALE,
By WHARTON & LEWIS, No. 115 South Front Street. A quantity of Tamm's Oil, 4th proof Jamaica Rum, 1st and 2d proof Brandy, Madeira Wine, Juniper Berries, &c. &c. Feb. 9. eodtf
St. Croix Sugars.
26 hogheads best ST. CROIX SUGAR, FOR SALE BY JOHN NIXON & Co. fm&wif Feb. 9.
Wanted,
An active, cleanly, industrious woman to cook and do the business of the kitchen. Such a one will be allowed good wages, and no other need apply.—Enquire of the Printer. February 7. $
WANTED
A young Gentleman to go Doctor of a Ship to the East-Indies. Enquire at No. 25 Do. k Street. Feb. 6. dtw
Ran away from the Subscriber,
On the 24th January last, A Black Woman, named Zelime. SHE is of a middling sized stature, thick lips, marked with the small pox in the face—She carried off a bundle of linen with her. Whoever takes her up and brings her to the subscriber, at No. 121, Arch-street, corner of Fourth-street, shall receive two Dollars reward. J. LAZELLES. N. B. Whoever harbor or hid Girl after this Notice, shall be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. February 10. 4t
NOTICE.
ALL persons who have any demands against the estate of WILLIAM COMPTON, late of the city of Philadelphia, deceased, are requested to furnish their accounts, duly attested. And those who are indebted to said estate, are earnestly solicited to make immediate payment, to either of the subscribers. Isaac Catbrell, John Hawthorn, Samuel Wilcox. } Administrators. January 27. wsgw
NOTICE.
ALL persons indebted to the estate of Peter Gill late of the District of Southwark, deceased, are requested to make immediate payment to either of the subscribers; and those who have any demands against said estate, are requested to bring in their accounts duly attested, to John Murphy, Peter Scrawndyke, Thomas Parrall, } Executors. January 16. 2taww
Lately Published,
And to be sold by WILLIAM YOUNG, corner of Second and Chestnut Streets, (Price 3 Bils of a dollar) Observations on certain Documents (Consisted 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 REFUTED. WRITTEN BY HIMSELF. This publication contains a concise statement of the facts, means, practices by the Jacobins of the United States to asperse the characters of those persons who are considered as hostile to their organizing schemes. It also contains the correspondence between Mr. Hamilton and Messrs. Monroe, Muhlenberg 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. February 9.
SALES BY AUCTION.
Stated Sales For DRY GOODS. Forenoon—Edward Fox, No. 56, South Front-street, Monday Afternoon—Footman & Co. No. 65 South Front-street. Forenoon—John Connolly, Old City Auction, No. 73 South Front-street. Tuesday Afternoon—William Shannon, No. 183 High-street. Afternoon—Peter Boston, No. 74 South Third-street. Thursday Afternoon—Edward Fox. Afternoon—John Connolly. Friday Afternoon—William Shannon. Afternoon—John Connolly. Saturday Afternoon—Peter Boston.

The Gazette.
PHILADELPHIA, MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 19.
THE DOGS.
The Legislature of Connecticut, having lately passed a salutary law for lessening the number of dogs...
Convention of DOGS, in Connecticut, on Sunday 7th January, 1798.
WHEN the world was wrapt in silliness, and the pious and the good were breading in devotion...
When the others had done, Suerwell, an old cunning cur, drew the assembly's attention...
The human race are no less subject to madness than ours...
The dissembler among them is communicated by biting...
Doctor Lestom of London was mad upon an ideal deed of the Indians in the moon...
The people of our state (Connecticut) run mad about their Susquehannah claim...
The general court opened a sale of the Connecticut Reserve.
This disorder is not confined to one or two states only.
New-York is in a manner, claiming all the world as the recondary Legatee of the king of England.
I shall now proceed to illustrate my positions by other facts, but stay! I hear!
Suerwell had forgotten that the Sabbath
in Connecticut ends at sun set, and had (as is the fashion with one or two gentlemen in the senate of a neighboring state...
Taken from Minutes transmitted by Scrip, for the entertainment of those, who may have survived the malady of living.
From the Baltimore Federal Gazette. Mellis. Printers. I have seen in your paper of Thursday last...
The declaration of Mr. Monroe, "If such conduct, &c." is plainly negative...
To extend the favor which I mean to this poor client of the public, I will give him as cheap advice on the other side.
N. B. It is supposed the applicant in this case is not an Englishman, Scotchman, or a mere American agent...
EXTRACT. It is not strange, that those who have confessedly done us injuries, should add insults.
A PRINT. THE PRINT, representing GENERAL WASHINGTON and his family...
NOTICE. A Manufactory of yellow and delst ware, Such as never was in this Country before...
J. MOUCHET, Wanted a skillful hand to attend to the baking and glazing part of the said ware.
Twenty Dollars Reward, FOR taking up a runaway servant Girl, named Abigail Miller...
Select Balls. MR. FRANCIS, at the particular request of the subscribers, intends to have four more Subscription Balls.
TERMS. Each Subscriber to pay Five Dollars, which entitles him to a gentleman's ticket...
CONGRESS. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
FRIDAY—FEBRUARY 16. (Concluded from Saturday's Gazette.)
Mr. Livingston said he wished to propose a resolution for the adoption of the House...
Mr. Livingston called up for consideration the resolution which he yesterday laid on the table...
Mr. S. Smith said, that a letter and report of the Secretary of the Treasury on the subject...
After a few observations, it was agreed that the committee of commerce and manufactures should be discharged...
Mr. Otis believed something further was necessary to be done in respect to the unfortunate business...
Mr. S. Sewall understood a motion had been agreed to in relation to the affair of yesterday...
Mr. Sitgreaves did not think any alterations was necessary. An expulsion of the members was a possible...
Mr. J. Williams thought it best to pass the resolution as it stood. If a similar resolution had been entered into...
Mr. R. Williams called for the reading of the resolution which was passed on a former occasion.
Mr. Otis flattered himself, that his object would have met with the concurrence of all sides of the house...
Mr. Lyman having entered, The Speaker said, the member from Vermont and Connecticut being now in their places...
Mr. Lyman also rose, and said he was ready, as it was the wish of the house, to agree to the proposition.
The Speaker said, then you do accordingly agree to this proposition?
Mr. Rutledge said his colleague (Mr. Pinckney) who was indisposed, wished a change of air...
Mr. D. Foster, from the committee of claims, made an unfavorable report on the petition of the representatives of George Laycock...
Mr. Harmer called up his proposed amendment to the standing rules of the house...
Mr. J. Williams moved that the house go into a committee of the whole on the bill for disciplining and organizing the militia...
Mr. Williams then said, as there appeared no business before the house, he would move an adjournment...
sequence. He hoped, therefore, the house would refrain these gentlemen in such a manner...
Mr. R. Williams defended his opinion, and insisted upon his right to deliver it...
Mr. Sewall presumed that the house had the same right which every court possessed of preserving its order...
Mr. Otis concurred in this amendment. Mr. Sitgreaves wished the mover to attend to another phraseology of his motion.
Mr. Nicholas had no objection to the general object of this resolution; but the amendment of the gentleman from Massachusetts...
Mr. Venable said, the idea of the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Sewall) was not correct...
Mr. Otis hoped the amendment would be made, he had too readily consented to the former alteration.
The question was then taken on the resolution, and carried by a large majority, there being 73 votes in favour of it.
The Speaker asked whether it was the pleasure of the house that the sergeant at arms should be sent for Mr. Lyman.
Mr. Sitgreaves said it might not be convenient for Mr. Lyman to attend the house; he asked whether the resolution might not be sent to him...
Mr. Harper replied the mischief intended be guarded against might in the mean time be done.
Mr. Gallatin said, he had just been called out by a member of the house, who had asked him whether he thought it would be proper for Mr. Lyman to attend the house.
Mr. Harper hoped the sergeant at arms would be sent. The Speaker said, as soon as the clerk had made a copy of the resolution, the sergeant at arms would wait upon Mr. Lyman with it.
Mr. Elmendorf presented a petition from Van Reine, Slader, and others, for supplies furnished during the war.
Mr. Dawson presented two petitions; one from John Whitlock, a soldier in the war, and Henry Heely, a continental waggoner, for compensation for services...
Mr. Wadsworth presented a petition from the Portland Marine Society, praying for certain bays to be placed in that harbor.
Mr. N. Freeman presented a memorial from the merchants and ship owners of New-Bedford, praying for the erection of two light houses...
The bill appropriating money for holding a treaty with the Indians in the state of Tennessee, was received from the senate with amendments...
Mr. Lyman having entered, The Speaker said, the member from Vermont and Connecticut being now in their places...
Mr. Lyman also rose, and said he was ready, as it was the wish of the house, to agree to the proposition.
The Speaker said, then you do accordingly agree to this proposition?
Mr. Rutledge said his colleague (Mr. Pinckney) who was indisposed, wished a change of air...
The bill for the relief of William Alexander was read the third time and passed.
Mr. D. Foster, from the committee of claims, made an unfavorable report on the petition of the representatives of George Laycock...
Mr. Harmer called up his proposed amendment to the standing rules of the house...
Mr. J. Williams moved that the house go into a committee of the whole on the bill for disciplining and organizing the militia...
Mr. Williams then said, as there appeared no business before the house, he would move an adjournment...
From the Philadelphia Gazette. To the FREEMEN of the city and county of Philadelphia, and the county of Delaware.
FELLOW CITIZENS, A person, who, in the Philadelphia Gazette of the 14th instant, has thought proper to assume the title of A Friend to Justice...
He seems to believe, and he endeavours to make you believe, that the report of the committee of the Senate, against the validity of Mr. Israel's election, was founded exclusively upon the omission to require a certificate of allegiance.
Desirous of ascertaining the truth of the charge, I have applied to a member of that committee, who very readily furnished me with a copy of the report which was proposed to be made...
It is the vital principle of a republic to repel from its elections all foreign interference. Those only, who being citizens, have a manifest and permanent interest in its welfare...
The committee of the senate would therefore, have betrayed the solemn trust confided to them, would have defied the censure the indignation of their country...
In every such instance the value and effect of your own suffrages is impaired. It is fatally lessening your interest in the community...
In all countries where popular elections are to be found at all, they will be found to be confined to the citizens, or (in monarchical societies) the subjects of those countries.
My fellow-citizens, whether by birth or naturalization, reject these insidious artifices—be ready in the preservation of your rights...
A Citizen of Pennsylvania. Feb. 14, 1798.
THE COMMITTEE selected agreeably to law, to try the matter of the petition complaining of the undue election of Israel Israel, returned as a senator for the district composed of the City and county of Philadelphia, and the county of Delaware...
1st, The election in Southwark was not held at a place appointed agreeably to the laws and constitution of this state.
2nd, The legal proof of citizenship was not required of those who voted in Southwark and the Northern Liberties.
3rd, A sufficient number of votes to set aside the election of Mr. Israel, were received from persons who were not qualified to vote for members of the senate.
That it appears, that on a law passed the 21st day of March, 1797, entitled, "An act for the erection of certain election districts, and for other purposes therein men-
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tioned," the freemen of the district of Southwark and of the townships of Moyamensing and Passyunk were, from thenceforth to hold their general elections at the Commissioner's-hall in the district of Southwark aforesaid. That by an act passed the 20th day of September, 1781, entitled, "An act to enable the commissioners therein named, to purchase public buildings in the district of Southwark, in the county of Philadelphia, and for raising a fund to pay the purchase money thereof;" and an act passed the 18th day of April, 1794, entitled, "An act to incorporate the district of Southwark," the commissioners were authorised to fix on their place of meeting .—That from the evidence adduced to the committee it appears, that at the time the legislature passed the law for holding the general election at Commissioner's-hall , the said commissioners held their meetings at a place known by the names of "Little's school-house."—That about two weeks before the late general election, they changed their place of meeting to the house of Samuel Goff, in the said district. That in consequence thereof, the general election was held at the house of the said Goff. It appears, that at the time this removal took place, the late contiguous fever made it dangerous to meet at Little's school-house :—that full and complete notice was given of the place of holding the election: nor does it appear that any person was prevented from voting on that account.
Under this view of the case, the committee are of opinion that if it was wrong for the commissioners of Southwark to possess the power to change the place of holding the election, the fault lay with the legislature, who, it may fairly be implied, granted that power, and not with the commissioners who exercised it; and as no disadvantage appears to have resulted from the removal, the committee are of opinion the election ought not to be set aside on account of the first objection.
That with respect to the second objection, to wit, "That the legal proof of citizenship was not required from those who voted at Southwark and the Northern Liberties." It appears by the evidence of the judges and inspectors, that no enquiry was made of any person offering to vote at the said districts, other than whether they were 21 years of age, had resided 2 years in the state, and within that time paid a state or county tax, assessed at least six months before the election; or being between 21 and 22 years of age, and not having paid taxes, as aforesaid. That the reason why no evidence of citizenship was required by the said judges and inspectors, appears to have been from an opinion entertained by them that all freemen who had resided two years in the state, and paid a tax as aforesaid, were entitled to the rights of an elector. In the opinion of the committee, in addition to the payment of tax and residence, as aforesaid, to entitle any person to the rights of an elector, he must have been a natural born citizen of the United States, or settled therein on or before the 4th day of July, 1776; or in this state on or before the 28th day of September, in the same year; or being a foreigner, who, since that time came to settle in this state, he must have taken an oath or affirmation of allegiance to the same on or before the 26th day of March, 1790, agreeably to the then existing constitution and laws, or have been lawfully admitted as a citizen of some other of the United States, on or before the day last mentioned; or have been naturalized conformably to the laws of the United States. That although several parts of the present election laws have grown obsolete from there being no object to operate on; and the oaths and the affirmations therein prescribed to be taken by the judges and inspectors are in some parts not only inapplicable to present circumstances, but would impose an obligation contrary to subsequent laws, and that therefore the necessity of the case justified the judges and inspectors in the said districts, as well as the city and other places, in the alterations as to form with which they took the said oaths and affirmations, yet this could not impair the legal or moral obligation incumbent on every person undertaking to perform an office, to fulfil and discharge all the duties which the office imposes, and as the present election laws clearly point out the mode in which foreigners, who had acquired the rights of citizenship under the former constitution and laws of this state, are to give evidence thereof when they offer to vote at elections; the plain inference seems to be, that the same mode must apply as far as circumstances will admit, to the giving evidence of such right, although acquired under another authority, or different laws. It cannot be pretended, that a person who has not complied with the stipulations necessary to become a member of the community, can have any right to vote for persons who are to regulate the affairs of the community. When, therefore, he attempts to exercise a privilege attached to that right, he must give some evidence that he is entitled thereto. The committee are therefore decidedly of opinion, that admitting persons indiscriminately to vote at the general elections without making any enquiry as to their being citizens, if the same be not within the knowledge of the inspector or some judge of the election or without requiring due proof thereof if they have any doubts respecting the same, is directly contrary to the letter and spirit of our constitution and laws—the result is, that the second objection has been fully substantiated.
The committee think it their duty to state that there does not appear any reason to suppose, that the judges and inspectors of the said districts were influenced by any improper motives, nor has any charge of that kind been made against them; that it appears the election in both districts, except as to the omission aforesaid, was conducted regularly, and in a fair and impartial manner.
In forming a judgment how far an omission, irregularity, or neglect, ought to affect the return of an election, the committee, presume the enquiry will naturally be as to the effect such omission, irregularity, or neglect, would probably produce: If the effect could not be such as to destroy the certainty of the poll, or the rights of the qualified electors, it would be unreasonable and unjust that an election should be set aside. If on the contrary the rights of the qualified electors, or the certainty of the poll might be destroyed, it becomes a duty to enquire how far that has been the case; this leads to a consideration of the third objection, to wit, "A sufficient number of votes to set aside the election of Mr. Israel were received from persons who were not qualified to vote for members of the senate." From the evidence produced to the committee, they are decidedly of opinion, that a greater number of persons who were not entitled to vote for members of the legislature, have been admitted to vote for senator at the election held in the district of Southwark, than the difference in number between Mr. Israel and the person next highest in vote.
Elections by ballot are unquestionably favorable to the electors exercising his own judgment independently, without fear, or the hope of favour; but they are liable to this inconvenience, that when tickets have been received from persons not entitled to vote, it is generally impracticable to ascertain for whom they were given.—Dangers of a serious nature might arise from admitting a person who had been improperly allowed to vote, to give evidence as to whom he had voted for. If he had really voted for a particular ticket, and, after detection, should falsely declare he had given one of another ticket; or if this declaration should occasion a deduction from the person or persons he had thus falsely declared he had voted for, it would increase the first injury, and leave no possibility of applying a remedy: but if no danger was to be apprehended from this source, the person who had thus voted, probably not feeling interested in the event of the election, but brought forward by the solicitation of some friend or acquaintance, might not know for whom he had voted. It appears, therefore, to be impossible to ascertain with accuracy, the effect of improper or illegal votes, except they have been given in a district where the votes have been all for any one candidate or nearly so. If so many illegal votes had been given in any district as would exceed the difference between the person returned and the one next highest in vote, and all the votes given to the last mentioned candidate in the same district, it would then certainly be right to set aside the return of the sitting member and declare the other duly elected; but except in a case thus circumstanced, it would be wrong to do this, let the number of illegal votes which have been received, be ever so great, as it could only be introducing one uncertainty in the place of another.—But they are also of opinion, that the votes of qualified electors ought not to be suffered to be destroyed by admitting such a number of persons to vote who were not qualified agreeably to the laws and constitution of this state and of the United States as might change the state of the poll. Whenever such a number has been illegally admitted, whether it be an hundredth part or a majority of all the voters, the committee see no remedy that can be applied till a new election, in which proper attention may be paid to the qualifications of the persons offering to vote: without this be attended to, our elections will not be considered as an expression of the will of the majority of the citizens, to which the minority are bound to submit.
After due consideration of the case now before them, they do from the evidence adduced, give it as their judgment and opinion that the return of Israel Israel as a Senator, for the district composed of the City and County of Philadelphia and County of Delaware, ought to be set aside.
In the arguments of Council on the present occasion, many precedents and authorities have been cited, and much ingenious reasoning used, but very few of the cases or authorities are applicable to the mode of holding elections by ballot, and of those which might be applicable to that mode, none have arisen from decisions of committees instituted in that solemn manner which our constitution and laws at present prescribe; but little information on the subject could, therefore, be derived from those sources.
In determining on the objections made to the right of persons to vote at the election, the committee have been governed by what they conceived was the law on the subject: they did not believe they had any authority or right to exercise a mere discretion, and in so doing, admit or reject without rule, as the hardship of a case or inclination might lead them. The committee have endeavoured as far as they are able to state the grounds on which they have decided, in order that if their decision should hereafter be quoted, the reasons on which it was founded might appear, and that if it was wrong it might not lead others astray.
By this day's Mail.
NEW-YORK February 16.
The last arrival from London brought an account that the Rev. Septimus Jadson, chaplain to the asylum for orphan girls, had been guilty of debauching one of the children, to whom he had likewise administered physic to cause an abortion!—This man's popularity as a preacher was little inferior to that of the celebrated Dr. Dodd, who was hanged some years ago: it is a matter of regret that he has not yet shared the same fate. He is a married man, with a family; very handsome in his person, and possessed an extensive patronage; which with his reputation, and the peace of his family are ruined for ever, through his baseness.
An incident somewhat similar has just oc-
curred in this city. A hypocritical preacher, not content with overcoming the virtue of a frail votary and an orphan, recommended her to destroy the child—the letter was intercepted, and the atrocious villain committed to jail for trial; where we trust he will receive a part of his reward! We are sorry that the respectable connections of the much injured young lady prevents us from relating more particulars at present, and holding the canting wretch up to general execration.
The Gazette.
PHILADELPHIA, MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 19.
At a very large and respectable meeting of the merchants, mechanics and other electors of the city and county of Philadelphia at the city tavern on the 17th February, 1798,
GEORGE LATIMER, Chairman, THOMAS ROSS, Secretary.
It was unanimously resolved, "That the citizens composing this meeting, will, to the utmost of their power, exert themselves individually to promote the election of Benjamin R. Morgan as senator for this district; and they do pledge themselves to come forward with their votes and interest in his behalf on the day of the said election, and recommend him to their fellow citizens, as a proper character for the said office."
GEORGE LATIMER, Chairman, THOMAS ROSS, Secretary.
At a meeting of a number of the inhabitants of Delaware county, at the house of William Anderson, in the borough of Chester, February 17th, 1798.
It was resolved, with only one dissenting voice, to support Benjamin R. Morgan at the ensuing election, for a senator for the district composed of the city and county of Philadelphia, and the county of Delaware.
ELISHA PRICE, Chairman, WM. MARTIN, Secretary.
At a meeting of a respectable number of citizens, held on Saturday evening, February 17th, at St. Mary's school-house, for the purpose of consulting on a proper person to represent them in the Senate of this State, John Leamy in the chair.
It was resolved unanimously to support Benjamin R. Morgan, at the Election to be held on Thursday next, the 22d inst.
JOHN LEAMY, Chairman. Attest, EDWARD CARROLL, Sec'y.
At a numerous meeting of the citizens of Southwark, and township of Moyamensing, at the house of Mr. James Cameron, in Shippen Street, the following resolution was unanimously adopted.
Resolved, that this meeting taking into consideration the virtues, talents, and patriotism of BENJAMIN R. MORGAN, do agree to support him individually as Senator at the ensuing election, being fully convinced that he will use his utmost exertions to support the laws and constitution of the United States, as well as of the State of Pennsylvania.
JOSEPH BIRD, chairman. CLEMENT HUMPHREYS junr. Sec'y. February 16th 1798.
At a numerous meeting of the Citizens of the District of Southwark, and township of Moyamensing, at the tavern of Capt. John Rice, Mr. Joshua Humphreys in the chair.
Resolved, That we will use our utmost exertions to support BENJAMIN R. MORGAN, at the ensuing election of Senator to represent the city and county of Philadelphia, and county of Delaware; being convinced that at this time, peculiarly important, and interesting to all the advocates of the administration of the government of the United States, to support those who are known to be the friends of order and good government, is a measure which our duty compels us to adopt.
Joshua Humphreys, Chairman. Peter Mierenken, Sec'y. 14th Feb. 1798.
At a meeting of a number of the Citizens of the city and county of Philadelphia, at Osgood's Tavern, on Tuesday, 13th February, 1798, it was unanimously resolved.
To support BENJAMIN R. MORGAN, at the ensuing Election, as Senator for the District, composed of the city and county of Philadelphia, and county of Delaware. LAWRENCE SECKEL, Chairman. M. KEPPEL, Secretary.
MR. FENNO. Thursday next is the day appointed for the election of a Senator of the State Legislature. Mr. Morgan and Mr. Israel Israel are proposed as candidates for that important office. It is not my intention to draw a comparison between the two characters. The contrast is too obvious. Mr. Morgan is well known to be a man of general information, of a liberal education, and of amiable manners; he has served this city for several years past in a legislative capacity, with honor to himself, and with usefulness to his country; and above all, those valuable qualifications of a Senator—he is a man firmly attached to the constitution of his country, and to the peace and good order of society. Of Mr. Israel's qualifications, I know of none, unless it be a recommendation to say that he is supported by the French faction, and the Seditious foreign patriots , who have taken refuge in this country from the justice that was about to be administered on them in their own.
If ever our country was in an alarming and melancholy situation, it is at this moment. If ever there was a time, that our country called aloud for the firm fidelity, and the government for the decisive support of the well disposed citizens, it is now. The time is now arrived, when every friend to the peace and happiness of his country will avowedly declare himself the firm supporter of its measures, and check the rapid progress of faction. This is not the time for the citizen, averse to contests of every kind to say "I will not interest myself in the political world, I have other cares to occupy my attention!" Know, then, that there are important political duties of a good citizen, and this is the time our country demands of us that we perform them—This is not the time for cool indifference. Does not the storm of faction extend itself in every direction? If the peaceful citizen will not step forward on the days of election, all those barriers which protect our lives and our liberties, will be torn down, the peace and happiness of society will be wholly destroyed, and the friend of good order will be devoted to the fury of a mob.
Young as this country is, she has had already to contend with an enemy within her bosom. Is the spirit of the insurgents changed, or are they ready to rise when an opportunity offers? Look to their representation! Was not one of the candidates for Senator, so avowedly the friend of that insurrection, that it became the duty of the chief justice to hold him in recognition for his good behaviour? Have his politics changed? Look to the heads of his party—Bache, D— and McC—! We are informed, that at a late democratic meeting, citizen Barker concluded a harangue with these words—"Now is the time—if we carry Israel Israel, we shall hereafter, like Buonaparte, CONQUER ALL BEFORE US."
Under these considerations, tell me if, on the day of the election, there will be found wanting one friend to his country, who will refuse to turn out as the enemy of insurrection, and the firm and decisive supporter of good order, of peace and the happiness of society.
PHILOPOLITES.
MR. FENNO. It is with pleasure that I inform you, that the violent proceedings of the friends of Mr. Israel has had the happy effect to animate the friends of order, several persons are now very active, who had not even declared their sentiments, before the insult offered to Mr. Morgan's friends was made known—Others, though residing here for some years, had not been naturalized, are now coming forward in open court, to join the friends of the constitution and government.
I do not mention these things with a view to lessen the exertions of our friends in the cause of the commonwealth; No. I publish them, that they may stir up others to the exercise of their most sacred rights, while in their power. For it is most certain, that the same spirit, which has led them to intrude on our private companies, will lead them to extirpate every civil right, which we, citizens of the United States, and of Pennsylvania glory in, and which in duty we are bound to deliver pure to our posterity.
Let every citizen if he believes that opposition will gain the election of Mr. Israel, let him, I say, come forward with his vote and influence, to lessen the majority of the Jacobins. And let every person who is confident in the election of Mr. Morgan, come forward and strengthen that confidence by every constitutional measure in his power. Let us endeavour to increase the majority, as the sure and the only means left, to secure the possession of our invaluable privileges.
Not boasting, but with regret, I add, that my exertion extended might have turned the late election in Mr. Morgan's favor, and prevented the present disagreeable contest.
A Citizen of the United States.
MR. FENNO. Giving a place in the United States Gazette, and Daily Advertiser, to the following extract from the works of William Penn, vol. 4th, will at this time be acceptable, and have a tendency to excite many citizens, to exercise their right of suffrage at the ensuing election for a Senator for the district of the City and County of Philadelphia and County of Delaware, in the state of Pennsylvania.
England's greatest interest in the choice of this new Parliament, dedicated to all her Freeholders and Electors—published in the year 1679.
Since it hath pleased God and the King to begin to receive and restore to us our ancient right of electing Parliaments, it will greatly concern us, as to our present interest, and therein the future happiness of our posterity, to act at this time with all the wisdom, caution and integrity we can; for besides that it is our own business, and that if by a neglect of this singular opportunity, we desert ourselves, and forsake our own mercies, we must expect to be left of God and good men too.
And let me be free with you, if you intend to save poor England, you must take this general measure, viz. to guide and fix your choice upon men that you have reason to believe are well affected, able and bold, to serve the country in these respects.
Lisly, among others be sure to find out and call your favour upon men of large principles, such as will not sacrifice their neighbours property to the forwardness of their own party in religion: Pick out such men, as will inviolably maintain civil rights, for all that will live soberly and civilly under the government.
MR. FENNO. I am told that Dr. Leib asserted at the township meeting, in the Northern Liberties, that he "was informed by indubitable authority of a design on the part of the opponents of Mr. Israel to raise a riot on the election ground in the Northern Liberties, in order that a new pretext might be offered for setting aside the election." This tale is believed to have been the creature of his own productive fancy! He is called upon, however, to produce his proofs, and to designate the persons who are guilty of so atrocious an offence against the rights of suffrage. It is the duty of every member of society, not only to assist in punishing, but likewise to assist in preventing, the commission of crimes. In doing so he will meet the applause of all parties.
A PEACEABLE FEDERALIST. [The foregoing was handed us yesterday morning—the Aural of this morning is the following corroborative article.]
To the friends of Israel Israel in the city and county of Philadelphia.
The party attached to Mr. Morgan, will endeavour on the day of election to provoke riots, brimstone, and personal contests. I fervently recommend to you to avoid any contention on the ground. They dare not insult you with impunity; and you may refuse it at a future day.
This disadvantage will result, that should they provoke you to fight with them it will be a ground to contest the result of the election.
We are able to out vote these people, and they will resort to artifice and to chicanery to destroy our efforts.
A DEMOCRAT.
The managers of the City Dancing Assembly give notice that on account of an Election to be held on Thursday the 22d inst. the Ball in honor of GEORGE WASHINGTON's birth, is postponed to Friday the 23d inst. Ladies and Gentlemen are requested to deliver their Cards of Invitation at the door. Feb. 17. 5132d
COMMUNICATIONS.
It is a very general observation that the friends of government, peace and personal security, the only true friends to liberty, are not so alert, active and enterprising in prosecuting those measures on which the permanent happiness of society depends, as those of an opposite description in effecting a subversion of the existing order of things. There may be some foundation for this opinion; and it is of the utmost importance to counteract the baneful effects which result from the criminal supineness of the former, and the restless intrigues of the latter. Those who are opposed to the general administration of the established government, are commonly persons, who having little or nothing to lose, except their time, which hangs heavy on their hands, unless employed in mischief, are always at leisure to engage in finding flaws and tinkering the state, forever made worse for their mending.
Men will labor and toil for years to acquire property—they form governments to defend and protect that property, their lives and persons—but alas! when this is done, they leave the out posts unguarded, and the enemy enters while they sleep. and ere they are aware, the fruits of their industry is wrested from them by the lawless sons of anarchy and misrule.
The pending election will prove a touchstone of the patriotism of those who love the government—if they turn out and vote, all shall be well—if not they may repent when the flood of anarchy comes and sweeps them and their property away; but it will be too late.
The anti-federal faction are of a reprobate mind; it is not all the eloquence of a Cicero that would move them; a full view of the horrors that would await their triumph over the general government would be to them a source of the most heartfelt pleasure; let the federalists therefore do more and say less—if they will not turn out and vote against persons holding the principles which have deluged Europe in blood, they will justly merit all the miseries which await their supineness.
Let any dispassionate unprejudiced man view the conduct of those persons who have been incessantly embarrassing by their opposition, the measures of government, both state and continental, and he must be fully impressed with this important truth—That the delays and extraordinary expenses which have attended all our public proceedings, are justly imputable to the men who cry out against the waste of public time and money.
In the case of Lyon, had the circumstances been reversed, can any man doubt whether it would have taken more than one day to have settled the business?
In the state senate, what a lengthy, patient, and expensive investigation of the election of Israel Israel took place!—that full and complete justice should be done, every civil nuisance was tried—The result is well known, and now forsooth the integrity and honor of the senate are impeached.—These superlative patriots say—"The rights of the people have been violated by a decision of a committee of the senate."—If all the public revenues were sacrificed to save one of their profligate elections, it would all be right.
Members of Congress, who are desirous of informing themselves of the effects of the Naturalization Law, on this country, are earnestly requested to step into the court now sitting—All friends to good order and government, who have not paid much attention to the present situation of this country, are also earnestly requested to make the same visit. They will then no longer shew a cool indifference to the political concerns of this country.
Married at Charleston, (S.C.) on Tuesday the 23d ult. by the Rev. Dr. Calhoun, FRANCIS PAU Esq. to Miss SYLVIA DE GRASSA, daughter of the late Count De Graff.
A letter from Baltimore by this day's mail informs that two vessels belonging to that City have been seized and condemned at the late Spanish port of St. Domingo in Hispaniola, for having British manufactures or goods on board; and that it is the determination of the French there, to condemn all vessels found in their ports or taken on the high seas, with British manufactures on board.
NEW-THEATRE.
THIS EVENING, FEBRUARY 19. Will be acted the TRAGEDY of THE ORPHAN; OR, THE UNHAPPY MARRIAGE. To which will be added (for the 3d time) a Grand Heroic Pantomime Ballet and Spectacle, taken from Ossian, called OSCAR AND MALVINA.
THE term of Co-partnership between the subscribers, trading under the firm of John Miller, Jun. and Co. expires this day, and by mutual consent will not be renewed. The debts and concerns of the same will be settled by John Miller, Jun. to whom all those indebted to the partnership, are earnestly requested to make payment to, without delay.
JOHN MILLER, Jun. ALEXANDER J. MILLER. February 19 6tf
FOR SALE, BY JOHN MILLER, JUN. No. 8, Chestnut Street.
A quantity BENGAL GOODS, AMONGST WHICH ARE— Gurrabs Mameo lies Baftas Sampas Guzzemas Tanda Coffacs Guzzies Emericks Blue Cloths Calices Palampooris Romall Hanke chiefs Amongst them are a great proportion of the manufactures of Patna.
British Dry Goods, AL 40. Forty bunches of high proof Rum. February 19 5
Alex. J. Miller & James Davis, Having entered into partnership under the firm of Alexander J. Miller & Co.
INFORM their friends in town and country, that they have opened a Wholesale Dry Good Store, at No. 64, South Front Street, Philadelphia; where they now have, and intend keeping a general assortment of India, German, Irish, French and British Manufactures for sale, on advantageous terms for cash or a short credit. February 19 6tf
For Sale by the Subscriber, Forty-nine bales of Muslins, being the remains of the ship India's last cargo from Calcutta, and will be sold low, 7 Boxes of Umbrellas 25 Pipes of finest particular Madeira wine, of the vintage of 1795. Mordecai Lewis. February 19 42w

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 in 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 chuse. This property will be sold free of all encumbrances, and an indisputable title given.
For further particulars enquire either of Dr. William Burnes, residing in Bordentown, near the premises, who will shew the same, or of PETER THOMPSON , Conveyancer, No. 144, Market-street. December 2. 3awtf
Salisbury Estate.
THE Subscriber, proposing to contract his business, offers this Estate for sale, on moderate terms. On it are one Bluff and three Air Furnaces, a complete Boring Machine, and a very good gift 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 Forage. 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 30 miles from several landings on the Hudson's river, and having every advantage that can result from a plenty of water issuing 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 tools and utensils, and have possession on or before the first of June next, and preparation may be made in the meantime for going into 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. 3awtf
To Cabinet Makers, Joiners, &c.
Cavanagh & Hearn , Pine-street, near the New-Market, RETURN thanks to their friends and the public, for their liberal encouragement, and hope, by their unremitting attention, to merit a continuance of their favors. The partnership between them and Joseph B. Barry, has been dissolved by mutual consent. Cavanagh and Hearn have just received a quantity of St. Domingo and Honduras Mahogany, which they intend to sell on very reasonable terms for cash. Orders from the country most punctiliously executed. Venders of all kinds cut as usual. Jan. 15. 2aw4w
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And just imported from England, by WILLIAM GRIFFITHS , No. 277, South-Second Street, and may be had of MORRIS & J. REES , Cheap and valuable work, in two closely printed volumes in 8vo. (price 3 dollars)
Illustrations of Prophecy:
In which are elucidated many predictions, which occur in Isaiah, Daniel, the writings of the Evangelists, and book of Revelation: which are shewn to foretell among other great events, a revolution in France, favorable to the interests of mankind, the overthrow of the papal power and of ecclesiastical tyranny, the downfall of civil despotism, and the subsequent melioration of the state of the world: together with
A large collection of Extracts,
interspersed through the work, and taken from numerous commentators, particularly from Joseph Mede, Sir Isaac Newton, Mr. William Lowth, Dr. Th. Goodwin, Fleming, Dr. Henry More, Bengelius, Dr. John Owen, Daubuz, Dr. Cressner, Whitby, Peter Jurieu, Townson, Brenius, Bishop Newton, and Bishop Chandler. By JOSEPH LOMAS TOWERS .
Imported in the ship MANCHESTER,
BENJAMIN SHELL, Maker , From Bordeaux, and for sale by the subscriber, No. 11 Walnut Street.
Bordeaux Brandy
Irish market claret in cases } 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 do. 4000 bushels Liverpool salt. Aug. 24. tut&stf.
W. HAYDON
Delineator of Drawing—from London, (Where he has studied several years under one of the most eminent masters in that science) INFORMS his friends, that he has re-commenced his private tuition.—Terms, as usual, Six Dollars per month, for attendance three times a week. Likewise, all kinds of Ornamental Painting, fruit, flowers, &c. &c. taught on the above terms. W. H. flatters himself his terms will be particularly advantageous to those that employ him, as he makes no additional charge if there are two pupils in one family. A line directed to W. H. left at the office of this Gazette, will be immediately attended to. January 9. 3aw
TO BE SOLD,
A GREEABLE to the last will and testament of WILLIAM H. VERNON , deceased, and possession given immediately, a valuable property in Arch street, between Third and Fourth streets, consisting of the house, No. 107, with the lot on which it is erected, a stable, and other improvements. The house is 30 feet front, and contains ten good apartments. The lot is of the same breadth as the house and 80 feet deep, with a well of water and a very capacious walled cistern, both with pumps in good repair. The stable stands on the rear of the lot and will accommodate four horses and a carriage. This property enjoys the perpetual privilege of a 26 feet court and alley, 8 feet wide, extending to Cherry Street. Its central position and the advantages it possesses with respect to free ventilation, renders it well worthy the attention of any person wishing to possess an eligible property in Philadelphia. For further particulars enquire at No 82, Vine Street—of ROBERT HEYSHAM , or FRANCIS BOWES SAYRE , Adm'g Executors. January 11. 3aw
The Subscriber
INFORMS those whom it may interest or concern, that the Judges of the Court of Common Pleas have appointed Monday, the twenty-sixth day of February next, to hear him and his Creditors, at the Court-house in this city, on the subject of any petition for the benefit of the Insolvent Law—and that their attendance is desired. JAMES GREENLEAF . Philadelphia, Jan. 16. 3awtfh
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. 6004, dated July 17, 1797, the same having been lost. JOHN GRAHAM . Richmond, Dec. 1. 3aw
NOTICE.
ALL persons who have any demands against the estate of WILLIAM FLEETWOOD , of Liverpool, late of Philadelphia, merchant, deceased, are requested to exhibit their accounts, properly attested; and those who are indebted to the same, are desired to make immediate payment, to GEO. DOBSON , No. 25, So. Third-street, } Administrator January 4. dtf
Surveyor General's Office,
December 2, 1797. On a release of survey of 433 acres 68 perches of land, situate in lower Smithfield township Northampton county, surveyed to William Wills, per warrant of 3d March, 1786, the Deputy Surveyor hath made the following note, viz. This Land claimed by heirs of Lewis Gordon and George Taylor, not known by what right—Certified for Daniel Broadhead, Esq. Surveyor General—William Parker. The first Monday in March next is appointed for a hearing of the parties on the above caveat, or any others interested or concerned therein, they having at least thirty days notice for John Hall, Secretary of the Land Office. N. Lufborough. January 26. 5atFawm
Copper for Sheathing,
For Sale, by SIMON WALKER , Pine-street, near Fifth. January 29. dtw
Genteel Boarding and Lodging
To be had at a moderate price—Enquire a No. 138, Arch-street. Jan. 27. dsw
To be sold,
A N ELEGANT COUNTRY SEAT, containing 6 acres and 40 perches, with a neat two story brick House and Kitchen thereon, an apple Orchard, &c. situate on the Irish road 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 convenience, stand unrivaled. December 1. dtf
PROPOSAL.
HAVING met with a liberal patronage, the Subscriber is emboldened to issue proposals for printing by subscription, the JOURNALS OF CONGRESS, from their first meeting in 1775, to the present time. This work shall be printed with a new type, made for the purpose; and in good paper. It will be delivered at one dollar per volume (octavo) in 6 vols.—cash to be paid on delivery. It is needless to say any thing of the merits of this undertaking—the scarcity of the Journals throughout the United States, is sufficient to justify the printer in his hope of meeting with that success, which he is certain the enterprise deserves. JOHN PARKER . Jan. 27. dtf
For Sale by the Subscribers,
Prime Rice in whole and half tiers } Entitled to Bowdeaux Brandy Drawback. Tenoriff Wine do. Molasses do. Georgia and Carolina Indigo do. Raven Duck and one baghead of pair brutes. N. & J. Frazier. No. 95, South Front Street. Nov. 7. dtm
Just Published,
And to be had of Messrs. Dobson, Campbell, Rice, Cary, and the other principal Bookellers 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. 3at
PROPOSALS,
FOR PRINTING BY SUBSCRIPTION, A NEW AND INTERESTING WORK, ENTITLED, A TREATISE ON THE POLICE OF LONDON, Containing a detail of the various crimes and misdemeanors, by which public and private property, are, at present, injured and endangered: And suggesting remedies for their prevention. BY A MAGISTRATE, Acting for the counties of Middlesex, Surrey, Kent, and Essex; for the city and liberty of Westminster; and for the liberty of the Tower of London. To those who have read this curious and valuable work, it will need no recommendation—they know its solid merit—but as it has hitherto got into very few hands in this country, it will not be amiss to observe—to great ease the approbation and demand in London, that it passed through three large editions in the course of twelve months. As a detail of the ingenious varieties of fraud, that endanger property in London, and most other overgrown and opulent cities, it cannot fail to afford the reader great entertainment as well as instruction; but as the author traces all these varieties to a few, and in themselves, insinuable causes, many of which actually exist in all the large capitals of the United States, the business is brought home to our own doors; and the work has an interesting claim to our attention. To assist the legislator and the magistrate in the business of preventing crimes, and their consequent punishments, was the patriotic design of the author. "Private offences, he says, are the source of public crimes, and the best method of guarding society against the latter is, to make proper provisions, for checking the former." "Those men are easily seduced from their loyalty who are apoplectic from virtue." CONDITION. This work will be printed in a large octavo, on an excellent English paper—it will be delivered to subscribers, bound in boards, at the moderate price of One Dollar and a half; although the last London edition, on inferior paper and mealy bound, is now sold at two dollars and a half. To non-subscribers the price will be raised. Whatever encouragement may be given by subscription, it will be committed to the press without delay; and, barring accidents, will be ready for publication early in April. Subscriptions will be thankfully received at BENJAMIN DAVIES's book-store, No. 68, High-street; and by most of the other booksellers in this city; by George Hill, in Baltimore; and by Samuel Campbell, and A. Drummond, in New-York. January 31. 2awta
ROSS & SIMSON,
HAVE FOR SALE, A few bales Baffas, Coffas, and a quantity of Bengal COTTON Bengal SUGAR, in bags and boxes Jamaica, St. Vincents, } RUM. and Bengal 300 casks RICE, and A parcel of ship building RED CEDAR. Oct. 27. 5
To be Exchanged for
British, German, or India Goods, IN THE PACKAGE; A tract of valuable Land In Lycoming, joining that of the Holland co, and containing 10,000 Acres. Inquire of the Printer. Jan. 15. 5
COLUMBIA HOUSE
Boarding School for young Ladies, MRS. GROOMBRIDGE with much pleasure and respect, returns her sincere 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 by Mrs. Groombridge and masters excelling in their respective professions. Corner of Spruce and Eleventh Streets. June 5th, 1797. 3rmif
FOR SALE, AT
WM. YOUNG's Book Store , No. 52, Second Street, the corner of Chestnut-street. REPORT of the Committee of the House of Representatives of the United States, appointed to prepare and report Articles of Impeachment against WILLIAM BLOUNT , a Senator of the United States, impeached of high crimes and misdemeanors, made in pursuance of a resolution of the House of Representatives, authorizing the said Committee to sit during the recess of Congress, and instructing them "to enquire, and, by all lawful means, to discover the whole nature and extent of the offence whereof the said William Blount stands impeached, and who are the parties and associates therein." Printed by order of the House of Representatives December 20. 5
French Circulating Library.
JOSEPH E. G. M. DE LA GRANGE , No. 116 Walnut-street, INFORMS those who wish to recur to the only means of becoming perfect in the French Language, that he has just opened his LIBRARY, consisting of upwards of 1500 volumes, the best calculated to afford either useful instruction, or pleasure. The conditions, together with a catalogue of the Library, may be seen at every book-seller's in town. N. B. All translations from and into the French, English and Spanish Languages, executed with accuracy and dispatch. 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
This Day is Published,
BY Messrs. Dobson, Carey, Campbell, Rice, and the other Bookellers. Price One Dollar and twenty-five cents, Elegantly printed on Wove paper, and Hot-pressed, 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 classing together their most important provisions, under the several heads of administration; with Notes and Observations. By WILLIAM SMITH , Of South-Carolina, L. L. D., and member of the Congress of the United States. Dedicated to the People of the United States. N. B. A few Copies printed on an inferior paper, at 3-4ths of a dollar. Employment for the Poor. FLAX FOR SPINNING, To be given out every second, fourth, and sixth day morning, between the hours of 10 and 12—back of no. 52, fourth Fifth street, above Spruce-street. eodaw
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. eott
Tin Plates,
FOR SALE BY SIMON WALKER , Pine, near Fifth street. December 28. 3w
James C. & Samuel W. Fisher,
AT THEIR STORE, No. 213, corner of Arch and Front street, HAVE FOR SALE, Cotton and worsted Hosiery in trunks, assorted A few bales red, white, and yellow Flannel Ditto fusty romall Handkerchiefs Ditto Pulicat silk ditto Ditto Pondicherry and Madras ditto Ditto Gurrabs Bengal black Taffeties 4000 pieces Nankeens, and Few chests bell Hyson Tea Also—1500 boxes bell London Window Glass, from 8 by 6, to 19 by 12—and 15 lbs. Olaf Ware assorted, which they will dispose of cheaper than any in the city. Nov. 18. 31awtf
Imported (via New York) on the
ship Hero, from Madras and Calcutta, and for sale by the subscriber, at No. 61, Chestnut street, between Second and Third Streets, the following articles: Maharaonges Charcenna Dorens Chintz and Calicoes Dacca worked mullins Gillas Romals Bandannoes Billas & Pennafas Chaffa Romals Blue cloth Hair ribbon Mull Mullan kerchiefs Palampores Patna do. Banares Opium Lesser Cardinum Seeds. Samuel Wilcox. november 27. tut&stf
Valuable Books,
Just received by the FAIR AMERICAN from London, and now opening and selling by J. ORMROD , No. 41, Chestnut Street. CATALOGUES Of the newly imported books may be had gratis. These added to O's usual stock, form an extensive and elegant collection of ancient and modern literature, and comprise books in sundry languages and on various subjects. This Day is Published, By J. ORMROD , (Price 75 cents, handsomely bound and lettered, and embellished with an elegant frontispiece and twenty three cuts.) The Looking Glass for the Mind, or, The JUVENILE FRIEND; Being a valuable collection of interesting and miscellaneous incidents, calculated to exhibit to young minds the happy effects of youthful innocence and filial affection—in prose and verse. Designed to improve and amuse the rising generation. In the Press, and will be speedily published, DR. DARWIN'S Plan of Female Education. Subscriptions for this incomparable work will be thankfully received by the printer. The book will contain about three hundred pages, will be printed with a new type on fine paper, and delivered to subscribers neatly bound, lettered and embellished with an elegant frontispiece, for one dollar. January 3. 3b
FOR SALE, BY
WILLIAM PRIESTMAN , 129, South Front-street, next door to the Custom-house, A large assortment of Gold and silver Watches A Time Keeper, by Arnold Some plated Candlesticks Double barreled Guns, by Mortimer, maker to the King of England Ditto, by Parker Pair duelling Pistols, by Knuble, Charing Cross Reflecting Telescope, by Ribrigt Box of patent Medicines 40 lb. Scotch Thread Small collection of valuable Books, and Books of Prints 30,000 acres of Land in one lot, upon the Big Sandy, in Mason county, Kentucky, patented by Percival Butley, in 1787. Also, 14 Lake Erie Lots Invoices or parcels of Watches bought. January 4. d7t
School Books and Stationary.
W. YOUNG , No. 52, Second-street, corner of Chestnut-street, AS 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. 8 vo. price 3 dols. 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, Patboards, sheathing 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. 3aw6w
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, 89 3/4 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 YATES & 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. 21. 312t
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. eott
Tin Plates,
FOR SALE BY SIMON WALKER , Pine, near Fifth street. December 28. 3w
The cargo of the West-Indian from
Jamaica, landing at South Street wharf, 136 hds. and 300 barrels choice Coffee 98 Hds. of prime Sugar 29 Hds. of Rum. For sale By Peter Blight , WHO ALSO OFFERS FOR SALE, 500,000 Lbs of Java Coffee 800 Bags do. Sugar Cloves and mace in boxes A quantity of Hispaniola Cocoa Keel Port Wine in pipes and hogheads Madeira do. in pipes February 6. d2wntm
A Roman Catholic Clergyman,
Who has been a considerable time on the mission in the country parts of the State of Pennsylvania, gives this notice to any extensive proprietor of land within the said state, and bordering on either the Potomac, Susquehanna, or Juniata rivers; that he is enabled to make a settlement with from fifty to one hundred and fifty families, if due encouragement be offered.—For further information, apply to the Rev. Leonard Neale, Willing's Alley. Feb. 8. 3t
Stop the Runaway.
ABSCONDED from his master's employ, in the city of Philadelphia, on the 5th of this instant February, a Negro Man, named Mentor, about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches in height, and of rather a spare make; his phizgony is vacant but not disagreeable; his age is supposed to be about 40. He had on when he went away, a short blue cloth coat, striped cassimere vest, a short blue breeches, and yarn stockings of a blue and white mixture—he took with him a blue cloth great coat, the cape of which is edged with yellow lining; a long brown cloth coat; a short blue cloth coat with buff coloured cape and cuffs; also, a pair of blue cloth breeches; the other clothes he took with him cannot be particularly described. It is supposed, he intends going to the eastern shore of Maryland. Whoever will apprehend, and secure the said negro in any goal, so that his master may get him again, or bring him home, shall have a reward of TWENTY DOLLARS. Apply to the Printer. February 7. 5
FOR SALE,
By JOHN MILLER, JUN. & Co. No. 8, Chestnut-street, One hundred and eighty bales BENGAL GOODS, Amongst which are, Gurrabs Mamoodies Baffas Sammas Guzz-nahs Tanda Coffas Guzzi do. Emerics Blue Cloths Calicoes Palampores Romall Handkerchiefs Amongst them are a great proportion of the manufactures of Patna. December 1. 5
Insurance Office of the State of
Pennsylvania. February 1, 1798. THE Directors have this day declared a dividend of seventy dollars on each share of the stock of the company, for the last six months, which will be paid to the Stockholders or their legal representatives after the 10th inst. JAMES S. COX, President , dtg
For Sale.
THE Subscriber offers for sale the property now occupied by him in the town of West-Chester and county of Chester. It consists of a well situated two story stone house, 6 feet front, with about 40 deep, four rooms on a floor, with cycled garrets, and a cellar under the whole—A very good stone Stable and Coach house—And a lot of Ground, three perches wide, by twenty perches depth. The house stands on the Main street; its situation is high and very handsome; the lot extends to a back street, on which the stable and coach house stand. The lot is in a high state of cultivation, and there is in the yard a pump of excellent water, which has, at no time, been known to fail. The situation of the town is high, and remarkably healthy—the country round it, fertile and beautiful. The terms of payment will be made to suit the purchaser. They, and the price, will be settled, upon application to Mr. JONATHAN SMITH , at no. 149, South Third-street, Philadelphia, or to ROBERT FRAZER . February 5. mwtf
City Commissioner's Office,
January 12th, 1798. FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE CITIZENS, THE following arrangement is made by the said commissioners, for cleansing the streets, &c. District No. 1.—From the north side of Vine street, to the fourth side of Mulberry street; to be under the superintendence of Nicholas Hicks. 2. From the fourth side of Mulberry street, to the fourth side of Chestnut street, to be under the superintendence of William Moulder. 3. From the fourth side of Chestnut street to the north side of Spruce street, to be under the superintendence of Joseph Claypoole. 4. From the north side of Spruce street, to the fourth side of Cedar street, to be under the superintendence of Hugh Roberts. mwtfm
Landing this day,
From on board the Schooner Two Friends, Dan. 1. Crawley, Master, 80 hds. and } Jamaica RUM, 12 pipes FOR SALE BY George Latimer & Son . november 9. 5
60 Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber, on the 24th of December, 1797, a Negro Man, about 22 years old, by the name of Cato, who is about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, midling well proportioned; he has a very coarse voice, his fore teeth stand very far apart; there were one or two with him—I cannot rightly describe the cloths he took with him, for he took two or three suits; he had on when he went away, a pair of kersey browns, a half worn drab coloured coat, a half worn wool hat; he took with him four very good shirts—I expect he has made for Philadelphia or the Jerseys. Whoever takes up said negro and delivers him, so that the owner may get him again, shall have the above reward, paid by me, JOHN MOORE , Living in St. Ill Pond, Kent county, Maryland. January 2. 6t2aw
Chocolate and Mustard,
of a superior quality manufactured, GINGER and Pepper, ground; shelled or pearl Barley; Philadelphia Porters, Beers, Ale and Cyder; Tauton and Burton Ale; London Porter; red, Port and Lisbon Wines, suitable for exportation or home consumption. The highest price given for Mustard-Seed. Also for sale, A quantity of Bocking and common Baizes, a variety of colors; a bale of Fullians, Shawls, &c. for sale by JOHN HAWORTH , No. 98, South Front-street, m & k. a. t. j. 3w. 27.