Gazette of the United States, & Philadelphia daily advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]), 1799-03-05 00:00:00

The price of this Gazette is Eight dollars per annum to Subscribers residing in the city of Philadelphia. All others pay one dollar additional, for enclosing and directing; and unless some person in this city will become answerable for the subscription, it must be paid Six Months in advance.
INSURANCE OFFICE. The subscribers beg leave to inform their commercial friends in particular, and the public in general, that an office for the INSURANCE OF SHIPS, &c. is now opened at No. 95 South Third-street, where a share of the public patronage is respectfully solicited.
N. & F. FRAZIER.
For sale by the subscriber, AT PORTSMOUTH (N.H.) THE HULL OF A NEW SHIP, 80 feet keel, 27 1-2 beam, 12 feet hold, 5 to between decks; about 310 tons; with masts, yards and all the carpenter's and smith's work completed; built of good sound seasoned timber and plank; launched in November 1796, and has been well taken care of since that time. Further particulars may be known by applying to Messrs. Wharton & Lewis, Philadelphia, or to THOMAS THOMSON, 32W. tf.
For Sale, THE SCHOONER, THREE SISTERS Is almost a new vessel, carries between six and 700 barrels and fails remarkably fast, when loaded draws about 8 or 8 1-2 feet water, the vessel is complete, having all the sails that can be used to advantage, the greater part of them are new. In short the vessel is in a fair way to be a valuable vessel. For terms apply to Jebu Hollingsworth, & Co. No. 47, Penn-street.
For FREIGHT or CHARTER, to any part of EUROPE, The Swedish Snow MARI A, HANS OLOF KOCK, commander. A remarkably good vessel, about 220 tons burthen. A freight to Cadiz, or any part of the Mediterranean would be preferred. Enquire of the Captain on board at Vine-Street Wharf.
SHIP BROKER'S OFFICE, And Commission Store, No. 129, SOUTH FRONT STREET, Next door to the Custom House. THE Subscriber, encouraged by the advice of his friends, offers his service to the public as a Ship and Insurance Broker. He proposes to buy and sell vessels and every thing relating thereto—assist masters of vessels and others in entering and clearing at the Custom-House, procuring and shipping freight, letting Insurance and all other mercantile accounts, and have on hand the necessary Black and Stamps. Papers in foreign languages translated, and information given in general mercantile matters. From a knowledge gained by long experience of every branch of business he hopes to be useful to those who please to favor him with their commands. SAMUEL EMERY, november 10 22W
CHINA GOODS, Just received per the ship New-Jersey from Canton AND FOR SALE BY ARCHIBALD MCALL, At his Store No. 187, fourth Second street, —viz— An assortment of Teas of the first quality, White and yellow nankeens Cassia, silk umbrellas an assortment of china ware, and a variety of SILKS, consisting of Black and colored Luteffring do. do. satins do. do. fushaws do. do. silk handkerchiefs do. do. sewing silks Black Taffeties ALSO, 12 pipes of excellent Madeira Wine, fit for immediate use, jan. 24
NOTICE. THE Public are cautioned not to trust any of the people belonging to the Swedish Snow Mari on my account. Hans Olof Kock, master, dec 29
FOR SALE, To be EXCHANGED for property within thirty miles of the city, or to let on ground-rent forever Several valuable building Lots, In Philadelphia, Enquire of William M. Biddle, No. 147, Chestnut-street, nov. 22
TO LET, THE large House in Southwark, lately occupied by Mr. Henry Mitchell; apply to Isaac Wharton, jan. 11
Richard Bayley & Co. RESPECTFULLY inform the public that the Retail Business carried on by them at their Store No. 136, Market Street, will in future be carried on by Mr. Wm. Bonna, whom they beg leave to recommend to the favor of their friends and the public.
ALL PERSONS indebted to the house of Richard Bayley & Co. who are indebted, will please to apply to JOHN WITTESIDE & Co. or the settlement of their respective accounts, who are duly empowered for that purpose. Richard Bayley & Co.
WILLIAM BONNAR, RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the public, that the above Store will be opened by him on Monday the 4th of February next, with an assortment of
DRY GOODS, Suitable to the season, which he flatters himself will meet the approbation of those who honor him with their favor. jan 29.
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER, 14 four pound Cannon, different lengths, 5 Carrouades. JOHN NIXON & CO. December 1.
WATER LOAN THE Commissioners for receiving subscriptions to a Loan for supplying the City of Philadelphia with wholesome water, give
NOTICE, That they will call on the citizens for their subscriptions in the following districts. William Jones will receive from Vine to South side of Pine Street. Levi Hollingsworth will receive from the North side of Pine to the South side of Spruce-Street. Jesse Waln will receive from North side of Spruce to the South side of Walnut-Street. Edward Toleman will receive from North side of Walnut to the South side of Chestnut-Street. John Leffler, and J. will receive from North side of Jonathan Robinson, & Chestnut to the South side of Market-Street. Stephen Girard, and J. will receive from North side of Jacob Shoemaker, & Market to the South side of Arch-Street. Thomas Haglin will receive from North side of Arch to the South side of Race-Street. Leonard Jacobi will receive from North side of Race to the South side of Vine-Street. Joseph Cruftshank, J. will attend at the office of Jared J. Jared Ingersoll, Esq. Ingersoll, opposite the State House, with the book hitherto kept at the City Hall. By order of the board, JACOB SLOEMAKER, sec'y. 2d no 18.h
For Sale by the Subscriber, No. 145, Market-Street, Very low for Cash, or a short Credit, The remaining stock of the late House of TODD & MOTT, Cloths, Kerfeymeres, a few printed Cottons, Printed handkerchiefs and Quaws Printed dimities Hosiery, threads, twist and sewing silks A small amount of hardware. WILLIAM MOTT, Agent for the assignees of Todd & Mott, to whom all persons indebted to that concern, are requested to make immediate payment. W. MOTT, Having commenced business in the Commission line, his Store is now open for the reception of Dry Goods of all descriptions. Philadelphia, February 4, 1799.
WANTED, To Article for two or three years a young Man to a profitable business—For particulars enquire at no. 68, fourth Fourth Street A person who has some knowledge of painting or drawing would be preferred. W. HAYDON, WHO HAS A Cellar to Let. jan 11
Madras Handkerchiefs. An elegant assortment, just received, And for Sale, by ISAAC LORD, Next to No. 44, South Wharves. feb 7
To be Let, A House and three Acres of Land, Pleasantly situated at the Falls of Schuylkill—enquire at the office of the United States Gazette, feb. 7
NOTICE, Joseph Thomas's Creditors are hereby earnestly requested to furnish their Accounts duly attested, as soon as convenient; otherwise to enable the Assignees to form an idea of the state of his affairs; and all those indebted to said THOMAS, are required to make immediate payment to either of the Subscribers. SAMUEL W. FISHER, } Assignees WILLIAM BUCKLEY, } JOHN HALL, } J. Thomas. dec. 31. dff
ALL PERSONS indebted to the Estate of JOSEPH ANTHONY, sen. deceased, are requested to make immediate payment:—And all those who have any demands against said estate, are desired to produce them legally attested to the subscribers for settlement. JOSIAH HEWES, } Executors JOHN MORTON, } JOSEPH ANTHONY, } dec. 26. dff
ALL PERSONS indebted to the Estate of Mr. JOHN FENNO, late of Philadelphia, deceased, are desired to make payment, and those having any demands, to present them for settlement, to SAMUEL BLODGET, Adm'r. or JOHN WARD FENNO, Agent to the administration. nov. 30
MAYOR'S OFFICE REMOVED to 157 South Second-street. dff
Just Received, By the ships Juno, Walters, and Four Friends, Hubber, from Hamburg, AND FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBERS, 460 pieces 6-4 quadruples fideles 35 do. 8 4 do. 139 do. creasa la Morlaix 34 do. 9 8 coutils 3 do. 4-4 do. 44 do. 6-4 guingas 250 do. Russia sail-duck 10 pipes Riccarlo wine 25 hogheads French brandy 80 do. claret 100 cases, at 4 doz. bottles each 7 claret of superior 228 do. at 1 doz. do. do. 5 for quality. Also on Hand, 11 bales ticklenburghs, at 23 to 28 cents pr. ell 12 do. Welfer linen, at 16 to 20 cents pr. yard 1 box paterbornes 5 boxes hollow glass ware 5 casks Russia bristles (first quality) Erick & Lewis Bollmann, no. 190, Spruce Street feb. 13
White Oak Logs—or White Oak Pipe—WANTED. PROPOSALS, WILL BE RECEIVED, On or before the 10th day of March, For the Delivery, To the Corporation of the City of Philadelphia, or their agent, at any part within the said City of the WHOLE or PART of 104,000 feet, running measure, of WHITE OAK LOGS, In lengths of ten or twelve feet, Of the same quantity, of LOGS, Bored into pipe, counterbored and tapped, as under: 24,000 feet to measure 13 inches at the thickest end, if bored, 4 1-2 inch pipe 16,000 feet to measure 12 inches at the thickest end, if bored, 4 inch pipe 64,000 feet to measure 11 inches at the thickest end, if bored, 3 inch pipe. 104,000 The Logs must be straight and free from shakes and knots; no faulty logs will on any account be received. Those who deliver proposals for bored logs, are requested to mention the price at which they will deliver the logs unbored, in case it should be found proper to bore them in Philadelphia. Proposals in writing will be received by B. Henry Latrobe, engineer. South Twelfth-street, the first House from Market-street. feb 8
CHINA GOODS. Now delivering from the ship New-Jersey, from Canton, FOR SALE, At the Stores of the Subscribers, CONSISTING OF BOHE } Young hylon } TEAS. Hylon } Hylon and Imperial } White nankeens Luteffrings, colored and black Senhaws do. do. Handkerchiefs do. do. 4-4 Sewing silks do. do. Black hair ribbon Black fatims Cassia in small bales China ware in dining and tea sets feb 2
For Sale, Deliverable at Norfolk, A CARGO OF Honduras Mahogany, & Logwood. For terms apply to PHILIPS, CRAMOND, & CO. February 9.
For Sale, TEN or twelve Tons, Clover & Timothy HAY, Of the first quality.—Apply at No. 43, Almond-street. jan. 8. iawtf
THE Book for Subscriptions to the Company for erecting a permanent Bridge over the river Schuylkill, at, or near the City of Philadelphia, continues open at the house of the Treasurer of said Company, No. 13, Church Alley. January 8, 1799. eodow
TAKE NOTICE, THAT I am to be sold on such terms, that the purchaser need not advance any cash, unless he pleases, till it is earned by my services, provided no accident happens me; or, if you please, I am to be farmed out for two years, and not less. I am a bright bay, full 15 1/2 hands high, of noble descent, my name is TRIMMER—I was got by Hall's imported horse Eclipse, my dam, purchased by Doctor Hall, was got by the imported horse Slim; my grand dam was got by Old Figure & my great grand dam by Taskers Othello out of Selima, &c. &c. as will more fully appear by William Lyle's attested certificate who raised me. My character as a racer is well established; I won the colt's purse at Bloomsbury of twenty guineas; I won a fifty guinea purse at Baltimore, a fifty guinea purse at Annapolis and a fifty guinea purse at Hagerstown. I never lost a race but the last I run at Alexandria, which was owing to my being badly shod, as I lost all my plates before I got in. I am in fine plight, found in every respect; my offspring are in great repute, some of which are now in training for the turf—procure me good stands and entertainment and I am able to earn one thousand dollars per annum. Any person inclining to buy or rent may know the terms by applying to John Corman (Lovehall) Cecil county and state of Maryland, eight miles south of Elkton. feb. 21. dff
JOHN DOBBIN, BOOT & SHOEMAKER. RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the Public in general that he carries on his business at No 99 South Second-street, nearly opposite the Merchants Coffee-house where gentlemen may be supplied in the neatest and best manner—he assures those who may please to favor him with their commands that no attention or exertion on his side shall be wanting to render him worthy of their encouragement. N. B. Orders received will be punctually attended to. november 5
FOR SALE, In the healthy and pleasant village of BORDENTON. A HANDSOME, well finished, and convenient two story Frame House, and lately occupied by Colonel John Vanemburgh,—the House is 36 feet in front on the main street, and 30 feet deep—four rooms on a floor, with a kitchen 18 by 15 feet, two good rooms over the kitchen and one with a fire place—a very excellent cellar under the whole house; the lot two fifths of an acre, enclosed with a high board fence; the garden in high cultivation, and contains a variety of best grafted fruit.—Good stable, carriage house, smoke house and a pump of good water in the yard, the whole in complete repair. The healthiness and pleasantness of the village of Bordentown and the neighborhood are too well known to require any commendation. For terms apply to James H. Imlay, esq. now in Philadelphia, or to the subscriber now on the premises. MART VANEMBURGH, executrix. Bordentown. feb 12 dff
FOR SALE, THREE cases, containing 100 pieces Rouens Sheetings, suitable for the Havana or New-Orleans market—Apply at no 73, South Front-street feb 27 eodst
Sales of Valuable Property. On THURSDAY the 28th day of March next, Will be Sold by Public Vendue, At the Midship Ferry, near the Falls of Delaware, THE FOLLOWING Messuage, Lots, Buildings, Water-works and Plantations, Situate in the county of Bucks, opposite to the thriving town of Trenton and Lambert, being part of Morrisville Estate.
1st. THE mansion house lately occupied by Robert Morris, Esq. Esq. with 34 acres of land, including an excellent garden, orchard and some wood. The house is nearly new, consisting of a hall, two passages, two elegant bow rooms and three other rooms on the main floor; four chambers with convenient garrets on the upper floor; it is surrounded by a piazza of 14 feet depth, and under it are kitchens, servants hall, two chambers for servants, with cellars and vaults. Adjoining and communicating is a nice house, milk house and smoke-house, and at a convenient distance are substantial brick stables and coach houses, capable of containing ten horses and four carriages, with every necessary accommodation for servants. 2nd. The ferry from Pennsylvania to New-Jersey, with a large convenient house, one part of stone the other brick; a good stone barn and stabling for 20 horses, with this will be sold 18 acres of land, and the privilege of landing on any part of the estate. 4th. Four frame houses on the main road leading from Bristol to the ferry, each accommodation with a lot, 60 feet front and 200 feet deep. 1 good two story frame house on the old river road, with a lot of the above dimensions, and a good Smith's shop adjoining. A frame house, and Wax Bleachers shop on Mill street. A frame house, and saw makers shop on Mill street. 10 houses of different sizes on the same street. A house now in the tenure of R. Trumble with a large barn, barracks, and extensive lot. Several buildings, occupied as work shops. A large bake house. Six brick buildings, with good lots near the upper ferry. An island in the river Delaware, containing about 40 acres, above the mill dam, and the island below, on which are the following works. Snuff-mill, Plaster of Paris mill, Saw-mill, Grindstone-mill, Slitting mill, mill for rolling bolts, rolling mill for rolling bolt into sheet iron or hoops, mill for drawing wire, trip hammer. A forge and complete air furnace for converting pig into bar iron. The whole of the island, and the above works, together with the site for a grist mill, will be sold together, or separate as may appear most eligible at the time of sale. The dwelling houses are, many of them, nearly new, well built, and conveniently contrived; purchasers may be accommodated with a few acres of land convenient to them, as part of the lots will be reserved for that purpose. 20 Lots on the road leading from Bristol to the ferry, of 60 feet front, and 200 feet deep. 10 lots on a road of 60 feet wide, laid out parallel with the river and below the ferry. Each lot containing 3 1/2 acres, with a front of 102 feet on the river, and running back to a public road at the distance of 100 feet from the front the view of the river, with a free passage to and from it, will by contract be always kept open.
FARMS. A farm called Linton's, containing 110 acres, 40 of which are good wood-land, with a farm house, barn, stable, out buildings, an excellent orchard, with a good cyder press. A farm called Bayley's, fronting the post road, containing 149 acres, with a good new two-story frame house and new barn, remarkably well watered and timbered. A farm called Clark's, between the road leading to Philadelphia and that to Falls-town, containing 100 acres, part wood land, on the farm is a new house and barn. A farm called Lovet's, containing 110 1-2 acres of good fresh land, with a good new house and barn. 100 acres, part wood land, between the main road and the river, without buildings. 100 acres called Butler's, with a house and barn. Watson's farm, containing 285 acres, with a brick house, barn and stables, it has a landing on the river; this tract may be conveniently divided. Moore's farm, with 120 acres, a good brick house and barn, and a landing on the river. 182 acres adjoining the above. A bad fishery on the river Delaware, with 69 acres of excellent land, including an island called Goat Island, with the right of landing on the main and establishing a ferry to Lambert. There is on this place a tenant's house, and one for curing fish; it rents at present for 150 per annum. 292 acres of excellent up-land, well fenced, and affording several fine situations for buildings; part of this tract is wood land. The sale will commence at ten o'clock in the morning, and continue till the whole are sold. The terms of payment are 1-3 down, 1-3 in one, the other in two years, with interest, secured by a mortgage on the premises. An abatement of 5 per cent. will be made for any money paid in advance. A survey and plat of the whole estate may be seen by applying to Henry Clymer, Esq. at Morristown, who will give the necessary information to persons enquiring. March 1. dr28Mar.
WANTED, A YOUNG MAN, who understands the German language, writes a good German hand, and knows how to cast accounts, to be brought up to business in a Counting-house of this city.—For particulars, enquire at No. 100, Spruce-street. march 2 dff
WHEREAS the subscriber gave my promise, dated on or about the 26th of February, 1799, for 152 dollars and 80 cents, payable on demand to Francis Battle, witnesses thereto Robert and James Whelcker. This is to certify that I have received any assignment of it, as I am not bound to pay the same, the said Battle being, on the balance of accounts indebted to me, and the note being claimed by his suggestions and misrepresentation of him. JONATHAN PRIPPS. march 2
FOR SALE, THREE cases, containing 100 pieces Rouens Sheetings, suitable for the Havana or New-Orleans market—Apply at no 73, South Front-street feb 27 eodst

NOTICE. A number of Deeds, Bonds and other instruments, which had been under the care of the late John Todd and William Wood Wilkins Esquires, having, after the decease of those gentlemen, been placed in the hands of the subscriber, and there remaining many for which no application has been made; this public notice is given for the benefit of those who may be interested. WALTER FRANKLIN. march 5. 38W2W
POST-OFFICE. Philad. 4th March 1799. Letters for the British Packet Chesterfield, Capt. Jones, for Falmouth, will be received at the Post-Office, until Wednesday the 6th inst. at 12 o'clock noon. N.B. The inland postage to New-York must be paid.
CITY DANCING ASSEMBLY. The Subscribers are respectfully informed that the next Assembly will be held on Thursday the 7th of March. feb. 27. dtymar
To be Sold By way of Public Vendue, on Thursday, the 26th of the Third Month next, A VALUABLE Plantation of Lime-stone Land, Situate in the Great Valley, in West-Whiteland township, Chester county, ADJOINING lands of Joseph Downing, Joshua Roberts, Thomas Merrills and others; and near the Turnpike road, 28 miles from Philadelphia—the tract contains 293 acres, with then fuel allowance, about 200 acres clear, of which 30 acres is Meadow, the remainder well timbered, most of the meadow ground is watered—also sufficient water in all the fields by never-failing springs; the plowland is estimated to be equal or superior, to any in the neighbourhood; one third part is now under clover; the buildings are a two-story stone dwelling house and kitchen adjoining a milch-house, smoke-house, waggon-house, two large barns, one stone the other stone and logs, and other out-houses. There is a stone bearing orchard, a garden enclosed with a stone wall, &c. Credit may be had for a considerable part of the purchase money. Any person inclining to view the premises may apply to the owner living thereon. WILLIAM BEALE. N.B. The sale to begin at 1 o'clock on said day, on the premises. West-Whiteland, the 2d mo. 12, 1799. (14) Mar 5. 12.19.
NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to the Estate of WILLIAM HEYSHAM, late of the city of Charleston, and formerly of the city, mariner, deceased, are requested to make payment, and those who have demands, against said Estate, will please exhibit them to ROBERT HEYSHAM, Adm. Philadelphia. Feb. 6. 1799. Adm. 5W
Samuel Miles, jun'r. Of the city of Philadelphia, merchant, having assigned over all his effects, real, personal and mixed, to the subscribers, for the benefit of such of his creditors as may subscribe to the said assignment on or before the first of August next. Notice is hereby given, To all persons indebted to the said estate, that they are requested to make immediate payment to either of the assignees, or to the said Samuel Miles, who is authorised to receive the same; in failure whereof legal steps will be taken for the recovery of such debts, as are not discharged accordingly. GEORGE ASTON, CORNELIUS COMEGYS, } Assignees JOHN ALLEN, } feb. 14. 38W1F
NOTICE To the Creditors of William Richards, Deceased. THE real estate of William Richards having been recently sold, the creditors of said estate are requested to furnish their accounts immediately, as a dividend will be struck on the last day of May next and paid at any time afterwards, on application to WILLIAM BELL. Philadelphia, 23th Feb. 1799. m.th.r May
Stray Horse. WAS taken up, trespassing on the subscriber, in the township of Pottstown, in the county of Philadelphia, a grey Horse, about fourteen hands high, thirteen or fourteen years old, blind of his right eye, and branded before. Whoever has lost him, by proving property and paying charges, may have him again on applying to the subscriber. JOHN SINK, On the Banks of Schuylkill. jan. 19.
A Farmer Wanted. WANTED a married Man capable of managing a Farm (of 60 acres within 10 miles of the city) having some knowledge of gardening, and whose wife would undertake the charge of a Dairy, &c.—Such persons, on producing sufficient recommendations of their honesty, industry and sobriety, will meet with liberal encouragement; for particulars apply to the printer. feb. 6. 2AW TF
Pasture Lot. TO be rented for one or more years, a Pasture Lot in Fourth street, continued, about half a mile above the city—it is in a good state of cultivation, well fenced, contains three acres, and has the benefit of a run of water passing through it—apply to the printer. feb. 6. 2AW TF
Land, Town Lots, &c. LAND in the Township of Cambria and lots in the Town of Beula, Somerset county, Pennsylvania, for sale at a moderate price and upon a reasonable credit; any quantity may be obtained from 100 acres to 10,000—and good mechanics and laborers may have land orders for their work. The situation is healthy and the soil good;—the present tenants are sober, industrious and well informed. A feminary of learning, public library and other useful institutions have been among the first objects of their attention. Roads have been cut, and new ones are contemplated in different directions—The distance from Philadelphia is about 235 miles; from Pittsburgh 65 miles and from Fort Franklin 85 miles. The best route is through Harrisburg, Lewistown, Huntingdon, &c. For further particulars, enquire of MORGAN RHEES, No. 177 South Second Street, Philadelphia, or of Messrs. JONES & MOORE, Surveyors, Beula. 2AW6W
Advertisement. THE Creditors of WILLIAM PURCELL, (C. N.) late of Worcester county, Maryland, deceased, are hereby notified to appear at the court house in Snow Hill, in the said county, on the 8th day of March next, with their respective claims against the said deceased, properly authenticated, at which time, or as soon thereafter as can be, a proportional division of the assets in the hands of the subscriber will be made between them, agreeably to the directions of the act of assembly, entitled "An act to alter and amend the law in certain cases." Edward Henry, executor. feb. 19. dt8Mar
Attention, Cavalry. Gentlemen of the city and liberties of Philadelphia, desirous to become members of the Volunteer Troop of Cavalry, commanded by Capt. Robert Wharton, are informed that there are several vacancies in the Troop; and that a committee consisting of Henry Miercken, 1mo. R. Taylor, James Hamilton, Owen Foulk and James Simmons, will attend at Wm. Ogden's tavern, Chestnut-street, every monday evenings, 6 o'clock for the purpose of receiving applications. JAMES SIMMONS, Sec'y. feb. 6.
ALL Persons having any Demands against the estate of the late Robert Hardie, mariner, deceased, are hereby requested to present them for settlement, and all those indebted to said estate, to make payment to either of the subscribers PETER BAYNTON. JOHN CRAIG, } Executors No. 12, Dock-street. } jan. 24. 38W1F
JOHN MILLER junr. HAS REMOVED FROM NO. 8, CHESTNUT, To the Five Story Building, in Dock, near Third-street. WHERE HE HAS FOR SALE, 300 Bales of Bengal Goods; CONSISTING OF COSSAS Baftas Mamoodies Humhums Taffaties Striped Doreas Calicoes Handkerchiefs, &c. &c.
Also, a large assortment of Madras Handkerchiefs, of various descriptions. January 1. 1AWTF
Pennsylvania Population Company. NOTICE is hereby given to the Shareholders, that an assessment of Eight dollars is levied on each share, payable one half immediately, and the remainder in 60 days from the 14th instant, which they are requested to pay to the Treasurer of the Company at the Company's Office, No. 53 North Fourth-street, agreeably to the times above mentioned. The proprietors will please to recollect the necessity of being punctual, otherwise the forfeiture of their shares will be incurred agreeably to the constitution. By order of the board, SOL. MARACHE, sec'y. feb. 16. 38W1M
CHARLES CAMPBELL, WATCH-MAKER. HAS removed to the Shop formerly occupied by Mr. John Wood, No. 115 corner of Front and Chestnut-streets; where he will thankfully receive and execute orders with neatness and dispatch. HE HAS CONSTANTLY ON HAND, A Neat and Large Assortment of Clocks & Watches. WANTED, A JOURNEYMAN; ALSO, one or two Apprentices of respectable parents. FOR SALE, A large quantity of Watch Glasses Wholesale and Retail. nov. 24. 38W1F
Just Received, AND FOR SALE, BY T. Dobson, & W. Cobbett, A SERMON, PREACHED at Charlestown, November 29, 1798, on the Anniversary Thanksgiving in Massachusetts. With an Appendix, designed to illustrate some parts of the discourse; exhibiting proofs of the early existence, progress and deleterious effects of French intrigue and influence in the United States. By JEDEDIAH MORSE, D. D. Pastor of the Church in Charlestown. mar. 1. 38
A beautiful Country Seat, for Sale. SITUATED on the bank of the Delaware, adjoining lands of Matthias Siple and Mr. John Duffield, 13 miles from Philadelphia and 7 miles from Bristol. The buildings consist of a new two story Frame House and Kitchen adjoining—3 rooms on a floor, a Piazza the whole front of the House a pump of excellent water, also a good garden and orchard—10 acres of land will be sold with the premises, but more can be had if required. There is a gravelly shore at the river, the water flags for Burlington pass every day in the summer season, and the land flags for New-York within half a mile; any person inclining to purchase may know the terms of sale and other particulars by enquiring at No. 12, Dock-street, or No. 161, South Second-street. feb. 27. 1AW&TF
Removal. THOMAS CLAYTON, Hatter, HAS removed to No. 126, South Front Street, where he intends carrying on his business as formerly, and has on hand a complete assortment of his own manufactured ladies, gentlemen and children's HATS. Canada Beaver & Musk-rat Skins, With a complete assortment of FURS, always for sale—He has received over the late arrivals from London, a complete assortment of Fashionable English Hats, Which he now offers for sale at very reduced prices. jan. 29. 1AW6M
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER, On Willings and Francis's Wharf, 200 Gin Cales, Also, a few bales of Bengal Goods. G. WILLING. Feb. 28. 38W.
The Subscriber offers for Sale, THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY. A N Excellent three story Brick House, situate at the corner of 7th and Race-streets; the house is about 25 feet front and well finished in every respect; the Lot is 76 feet front on Race-street and 88 feet deep, the situation remarkably airy, having a public square open in front of it. Two three story Brick Houses, Brick Stores, and good Wharf, situate in Water-street, between Arch and Race-streets, the lot on which these buildings are, is fifty four feet front on Water-street, and continues that width about 95 feet, then widens to the south 13 feet 6 inches, so that the front on the water is sixty seven feet six inches, this lot adjoins John Steinmeier's on the south, and has the advantage of a public alley on the north, and is a very desirable situation for the business of a Flour Factor, or Merchant. A large elegant two story Stone House, situate on the Point No Point road, being the first house to the Northwest of the mile stone; this house is about 60 feet front and 40 feet deep finished in a neat manner; there is a good garden and choice collection of the best fruit trees, Ice-House and other conveniences with about nine acres of ground—or if more agreeable to the purchaser, thirty two acres of upland and meadow may be added to it. A plantation in Bibbry Township, Philadelphia county near the Red Lyon, about 13 miles from this city; bounded by the Northampton Road and Poquessing Creek, this farm contains about 140 acres of land, a proportion of which is woodland and meadow; a brick dwelling-house, frame barn, and other out-houses, and there is said to be a good stone quarry on part of it, although it has not yet been opened, a further description is deemed unnecessary as no person will purchase without viewing the premises. A small plantation in Horsham Township, Montgomery county, nineteen miles from Philadelphia, adjoining to Grime Park, on which is an excellent new Stone House and Kitchen, with a large Stone Shed for the accommodation of travellers' horses; the house is now occupied as a tavern, and is suitable for any kind of public business, the land is good in quality, a good neighbourhood, and a remarkably healthy situation; there is fifty acres of land and meadow in this farm—Also for sale, several tracts of land in different counties of this state.
The House in Race-street first mentioned and one of the Houses in Water-street, are now TO BE LET, And immediate possession given. For terms apply at the South-east corner of Arch and Sixth-streets, to JOSEPH BALL. feb. 7. th81F
TO BE SOLD. THE time of a four healthy Mulatto Boy, who has about 18 years to serve—would suit a Farmer in the country—Enquire of the Printer. feb. 27. cod6t
Notice. TO BE SOLD, Or exchanged for property in or near Philadelphia. A FARM of one hundred and forty two acres of Land on the road from New-Port to Lancaster, near London Grove, in the House of Chester county, the Farm House was formerly used as a Store and Tavern, for further information apply to CHARLES WHARTON, at his house No. 136, South Second-street. feb. 18. 1AW6W
Red Clover, Timothy, Blue Grass, Herds Grass and White Clover } SEEDS, All warranted fresh and free from all foul seed, FOR SALE, BY C. ROBERTS, No. 97, Market, between Second and Third streets, Who has also on hand, a general assortment of Ironmongery, fadery, cutlery and brass wares; 1 st Crowley Millington steel, pig-lead, block-tin, red lead, Spanish brown, Venetian red, Vermilion, &c. &c. Wholesale & Retail. march 2. 1AW6M
At a Court of Common Pleas held at Union Town the 4th day of December, 1798, in the year of our Lord 1798, before the hon. Alexander Addison, Esq., President, and his associates Judges of the same Court. ON the petition of Jeremiah Cook, an insolvent debtor, confined to the jail of Fayette county, praying the benefit of the law for the relief of insolvent debtors, the Court appoint the first day of next Court to hear the petitioner and his creditors, and order that he give notice thereof for one week in Fennor's daily paper ending three weeks before the day of hearing, and also for three successive weeks in the Fayette Gazette, the last of which to be two weeks previous to the hearing. By the Court. EPHRAIM DOUGLASS, prothonotary. feb. 16.
The History of Pennsylvania, By ROBERT PROUD, Will be Published this day, and delivered to subscribers and others, By ZACHARIAH POULSON, jun. At his Printing-Office, No. 106, Chestnut-street, nearly opposite to the Bank of North America, and at the Philadelphia Library in Fifth-street, from two o'clock, until six o'clock. WHERE the subscribers, in or near the city are desired to call or send for their copies, and such of them as live at a distance from Philadelphia are requested to direct their friends in the city to receive the same according to the terms in the proposals specified, excepting that both volumes being now ready, will be delivered together, instead of only one as mentioned in the proposals. All persons holding subscription papers, are earnestly requested immediately to return them, with the subscriptions, to ZACHARIAH POULSON, jun. rmat fri tf
This Day is Published, (To be sold by the Booksellers in Philadelphia) AN ESSAY Upon the Propagation of the Gospel, By CHARLES GRAINFORD, Esq. IN this pamphlet there are various facts and arguments added to prove that many of the Indians in America are descended from the Ten Tribes. Lately published by this Author, The Christian, a Poem in six books; a Poetical Paraphrase on our Saviour's Sermon on the Mount; Observations upon Negro Slavery; The Progress of Liberty; a Pindaric Ode; Observations upon the Downfall of the Papal Power, and the consequent events; the Dying Prostitute; a Poem; Observations upon the Revolution in France, &c. feb. 28. 138
Gentlemen of the Senate, The proposition of a fresh negotiation with France, in consequence of advances made by the French government having excited a general attention and so much conversation, as to have given occasion to many manifestations of the public opinion, to which it appears to me, that a new modification of the embassy will give more general satisfaction to the nation, and perhaps better answer the purposes we have in view. It is upon this supposition, and with this expectation, I now nominate Oliver Elsworth, Esq. chief justice of the United States, Patrick Henry, Esq. late governor of Virginia, and William Vans Murray, our minister resident at the Hague, to be envoys extraordinary and ministers plenipotentiary to the French republic, with full powers to discuss and settle by a treaty, all controversies between the United States and France. It is not intended that the two former of these gentlemen shall embark for Europe until they shall have received from the Executive Directory, direct and unequivocal assurances signified by their Secretary of Foreign Relations, that they shall enjoy all the prerogatives attached to that character by the law of nations, and that a minister or ministers of equal powers shall be appointed and commissioned to treat with them. JOHN ADAMS.
From the New-York Gazette. [The following letters were enclosed from Earl St. Vincent, commander of his Majesty's vessels in the Mediterranean, to Evan Nepean, Esq.] L'Esperir, October 29, 1798. My Lord—I have the pleasure to inform your Lordship, his Majesty's brig under my command has captured a French national cutter that was cruising between Tarifa and Tangiers, who had the impudence to attack us. LOFTUS BLAND.
His Majesty's ship Flora, of the Salvages, October 4. My Lord—I have the honor to inform your Lordship, that the Salvages bearing N. by W. six or seven leagues distant, I fell in with his Majesty's ship the Caroline, in charge of a cutter; after passing the private signal, I joined in the chase until nine A.M. when she struck. She proved to be the President, Parker of L'Orient, citizen Ferry, commander; a new vessel, sails well, and belongs to the Republic, but has a letter of marque for six months. In the chase, he threw overboard, also the shot and a quantity of provisions. She had captured the Bird of Liverpool, Robert Tyne, master, bound to Africa, which Captain Bowen, of the Caroline, had re-captured this morning at four o'clock. Annexed I send your Lordship a list of guns thrown overboard; and have the honor to be R. C. MIDDLETON.
Lift of guns, &c. thrown overboard by the Cutter, during the chase: 8 Caronades, 36 pounders; 1 long gun, 9 pounders; six months provisions of all species (nearly), and all her boats.
A List of vessels captured, re-captured, and destroyed by the Flora and Caroline, between the 19th of July and 5th Nov. Portuguese brig Nossa Senhora de Monte, of 12 men, belonging to Madeira, bound from Madeira to St. Michael, laden with bale goods, prize to l'Abelle French privateer, re-captured the 1st of August, 1798, off Palma, by the Flora, and sent to Madeira. Spanish Packet Gramaldi, of 2 guns and 28 men, belonging to Corunna, bound from Corunna to the Havannah, laden with wine, &c., captured the 4th of September, 1798, off Tenerife, by the Flora, and sent into Madeira. Spanish ship la Carlota, of 19 men, belonging to Tenerife, bound from the River de Plata to Tenerife, laden with leather and tallow, captured the 30th September, 1798, off Tenerife, by the Flora, and sent into Madeira. The English ship Bird, of 10 guns and 30 men, belonging to Liverpool, bound from Liverpool to the Coast of Guinea, laden with various Guinea stores, prize to President Parker privateer, re-captured the 4th of October, 1798, off the Salvages, by the Caroline, and sent to Madeira. French cutter privateer President Parker of 12 guns, and fifty men, belonging to Dunkirk, bound from L'Orient, on a cruise captured off the Salvages, by the Flora and Caroline, and sent to Madeira. French lugger privateer l'Esperance, 1 gun with muquets, and 38 men, belonging Santa Cruz, bound from Santa Cruz on a cruise, destroyed the 16th October, 1798, at Tenerife, by the Caroline's boats. French ship Polacre privateer Le Bare, 10 guns and 77 men belonging to Malaga, bound from Grand Canary, on a cruise, captured the 20th of October, 1798, off Tenerife, by the Caroline and Flora, and sent to Madeira. R. C. MIDDLETON.
Phœton at Sea, 24th November 1798. MY LORD, I have the honor to inform your Lordship, that his Majesty's ship, under my command has this day captured a French brig privateer called La Refolue, mounting eighteen guns and carrying 70 men. She was returning from a cruise, in which she had captured one English merchant ship called the General Wolf, from Poole bound to New-foundland; and an American Schooner from Boston to Hamburg, which latter was recaptured by the Stags last night. The Phœton having continued the chase after the privateer the two ships separated, but I am in hopes that we shall soon again join. I have the honor to be, &c. ROB. STOPFORD. The Rt. Hon. Lord Bridport, K. B.
TO BE LET, And immediate possession given, THE Stores and Wharf lately occupied by Robert Thomas, between Chestnut and Walnut-streets, for terms apply to WILLIAM SHEAFF, No. 168, High-street.
The Gazette. PHILADELPHIA, TUESDAY EVENING, MARCH 5.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE. Gentlemen of the Senate,
I TRANSMIT you a document which seems to be intended to be a compliance with the condition mentioned, at the conclusion of my message to Congress, of the 21st June last. Always disposed and ready to embrace every plausible appearance of probability, of preserving or restoring tranquility—I nominate Wm. Vans Murray, our minister, resident at the Hague, to be minister plenipotentiary to the French Republic. If the Senate shall advise and consent to his appointment, effectual care shall be taken in his instructions, that he shall not go to France, without direct and unequivocal assurances from the French government, signified by their minister of Exterior Relations, that he shall be received in character, shall enjoy the privileges attached to his character, by the laws of nations, and that a minister of equal rank, title and powers, shall be appointed to treat with him, to discuss and conclude all controversies between the two Republics, by a new treaty. JOHN ADAMS. United States, } Feb. 18. 1799. } [A Copy.]
[COPY.]
LIBERTY. [L. S.] EQUALITY. Exterior Relations, } 3d. Division. } PARIS, 7th Vendemaire, of the 7th year of the French Republic, one and indivisible.
The minister of Exterior Relations, to citizen Pichon, Secretary of Legation, of the French Republic, near the Batavian Republic. I HAVE received successively, citizen, your letters of the 22d and 27th Fructidor; they afford me more and more reason to be pleased with the manner you have adopted, to detail to me your conversations with Mr. Murray. These conversations at first merely friendly have required consistency, by the sanction I have given to them by my letters of the 11th Fructidor. I do not regret that you have trusted to Mr. Murray's honour, a copy of my letter. It was intended for you only, and contained nothing but what is conformable to the intentions of government. I am thoroughly convinced, that should explanations take place with confidence, between the two administrations irritations would cease, a crowd of misrepresentations would disappear, and the ties of friendship would be more strongly united, as each party would discover the hand that sought to disunite them.
But, I will not conceal from you, that, your letters of the 2d and 3d Vendemaire, just received, surprise me much. What Mr. Murray is still more, is still dubious of, has been explicitly declared, even before the President's message to Congress, of the 3d Vendemaire last, was known in France. I had written to Mr. Gerry, namely, on the 24th Vendemaire, and 4th Thermidor. I did not repeat it to him before he set out. A whole paragraph of my letter, to you of the 11th Fructidor, of which Mr. Murray has a copy, is devoted to develop still more the fixed determination of the French government according to these bases—You were right to assert, that whatever plenipotentiary the government of the United States, might send to France, to put an end to existing differences, between the two countries, would be undoubtedly received, with the respect due to the representative of a free, powerful and independent nation.
I cannot conceive that the American government need any further declarations from us to induce them in order to renew the negotiations, to adopt such measures as would be suggested to them by their desire to bring the differences to a peaceful end.
If misunderstandings on both sides have prevented former explanations from reaching that end, it is presumable that those misunderstandings being done away, no thing henceforth will bring obstacles to the reciprocal dispositions. The President's instructions to his envoys at Paris, which I have only known by the copy given you by Mr. Murray, and received by me on the 21st Vendemaire, announcing (if they contain the whole of the American government's instructions) dispositions which could only have been added to those which the directory has always entertained; and notwithstanding the irritating and almost hostile measures they have adopted, the directory has manifested its perseverance in the sentiments which are deposited both in my correspondence with Mr. Gerry, and in my letter to you of the 11th Fructidor, and which I have herein before repeated in the most explicit manner. Carry, therefore, citizen, to Mr. Murray, those positive expressions, in order to convince him of our sincerity, and prevail upon him to transmit them to his government.
I presume, citizen, that this letter will find you at the Hague; if not, I ask that it may be sent back to Paris. Salute and Fraternity, (Signed) CHARLES MAU TALLEYRAND.
Gentlemen of the Senate, The proposition of a fresh negotiation with France, in consequence of advances made by the French government having excited a general attention and so much conversation, as to have given occasion to many manifestations of the public opinion, to which it appears to me, that a new modification of the embassy will give more general satisfaction to the nation, and perhaps better answer the purposes we have in view.
It is upon this supposition, and with this expectation, I now nominate Oliver Elsworth, Esq. chief justice of the United States, Patrick Henry, Esq. late governor of Virginia, and William Vans Murray, our minister resident at the Hague, to be envoys extraordinary and ministers plenipotentiary to the French republic, with full powers to discuss and settle by a treaty, all controversies between the United States and France.
It is not intended that the two former of these gentlemen shall embark for Europe until they shall have received from the Executive Directory, direct and unequivocal assurances signified by their Secretary of Foreign Relations, that they shall enjoy all the prerogatives attached to that character by the law of nations, and that a minister or ministers of equal powers shall be appointed and commissioned to treat with them.
JOHN ADAMS.
TO BE LET, And immediate possession given, THE Stores and Wharf lately occupied by Robert Thomas, between Chestnut and Walnut-streets, for terms apply to WILLIAM SHEAFF, No. 168, High-street.

The Gazette.
PHILADELPHIA,
TUESDAY EVENING, MARCH 5.
The Agents of the East India Company have sold one hundred thousand dollars Scrip in the New Loan, at 22 1-2 per cent. advance.
REMARKABLE.
When Talleyrand was in this city he was introduced by Col. B——, of New-York to Mr. S—— the portrait painter, and after some trifling conversation, the apostate bishop took his leave, and while he was hobbling down stairs Col. B—— asked Mr. S. what he thought of his friend, he replied, "I think that if that man is not a damned scoundrel God Almighty does not write a legible hand."
MR. EDITOR,
RESPECTING the close of the 18th Century, there appears to be two opinions: One that it is closed with the last day of December 1799, the moment the first of January 1800 commences. The other opinion postpones it one year longer, or until the close of the last day of December 1800. If the first opinion be true, 1799 years are now elapsed, and of course we are in the 1800th year of the Christian era. But in looking into my Almanack of this year, I find it is an "Almanack for the year 1799," which does not elapse until the end of December next.
And further, Mr. Printer, suppose those wise men of the East, who came to Judea on the birth of Christ, and who no doubt were astronomers, had shortly after made an Almanack, and took the birth of Christ for their era, would they not have called their Almanack for that period of time, consisting of three hundred and sixty-five days, immediately succeeding the birth of Christ, and for which their first would be inside, "An Almanack for the year one?" and would not their second Almanack, commencing after the expiration of 365 days from the birth of Christ, be called "An Almanack for the year two?" or for the 2d year of Christ, although he would not have been two years of age until the end of the year two, or, which is the same thing, two years would not have elapsed from his birth until the end of the year two, and, by the same reason, 1800 years will not have elapsed until the end of the year 1800, at which period the eighteenth century closes.
The artificial division of time by time-pieces, makes nothing against the foregoing statement; for we say "twenty minutes past ten", or as the case may be—Nor does the division of space, although frequently mentioned. The milestones on highways are given as an illustration. We leave Philadelphia for Lancaster—we do not see the milestone marking "1 mile from Philadelphia" until we have gone a mile, and immediately after we enter into the 2d mile, although we do not see the milestone marking "2 miles from Philadelphia" until we have gone 2 miles. But let us reverse this statement, and suppose we are returning to Philadelphia—then we see the milestone and name it before we have passed over the space intended to be designated by it. The first mode is not pursuing the order of nature—As for example: I leave Philadelphia for Lancaster—having gone 10 miles, I perceive it marked on the milestone. This gives me no information how far I have to go, without being in possession of another idea, viz. that Philadelphia is 62 miles from Lancaster and then I can make the deduction and ascertain the distance.
ON INLAND NAVIGATION.
MR. EDITOR,
AS the pleadings of council, which commenced this day before the hon. SENATE of the Commonwealth, upon the Petitions of "the President, Managers, and Company of the Delaware and Schuylkill Canal Navigation" respecting their charter right, and the issue of the cause, must embrace topics and considerations of the first magnitude, deeply interesting to our commercial metropolis, and to the citizens of this commonwealth at large; you are requested to publish the two last Petitions of the company, which led to the hearing, and will be followed in due time, with such other statements and explanations, relative to the subject, as may be found necessary for more public information.
Tuesday, March 5th, 1799.
To the Honorable the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
THE committee of the Delaware and Schuylkill canal company, appointed to attend the legislature on the subject of their memorial, praying for aid, &c. have been favored with a copy of a resolve this day passed by the Honorable Senate in committee of the whole, viz.
Resolved, "That the duty on auctions in the city of Philadelphia be granted to the corporation of the said city for the term of years, to be exclusively applied for the purposes of bringing a sufficient quantity of good and wholesome water into the streets of Philadelphia and its suburbs, from any source, and in such manner, as the said corporation may think most expeditious and effectual." On which the following observations are most respectfully submitted to the wisdom and justice of the senate—intended to show, that if an act should be passed upon the principles of the resolve, without further provisions and modifications, it might operate ex post facto in a way greatly injurious to the completion of the canal, disconnected with the interest and benefit of the state at large; and produce but little benefit to the city, in that great point, which we must all have in view—namely such relief as can be provided by means of water, with-
in the few months that will intervene before the approach of the hot and unhealthy season.
1st. The power, contemplated to be given to the city, extends to the suburbs also, beyond their present jurisdiction, and interferes with the prior rights of the canal corporation for watering both city and suburbs; upon which object (as has been formerly stated) so large a portion of the canal stock has been expended.
2d. The resolve proposes to vest power in the corporation of the city to bring water from any source , and in such manner as they may think most expeditious and effectual; which would include the waters embraced in the charter privileges of the canal company; and which, we believe will be allowed as the only source for a permanent supply , and the most expeditious, even for a temporary one, in any degree adequate to the necessity of the city.
We are certain that the honorable senate do not contemplate by any new law to give any other body of men a right in the canal waters as a source , for watering the city, which might procrastinate or even frustrate public objects, contemplated by law in the completion of the canal, or injure the company in their franchises, or the benefit of their stock.
And we are persuaded also, that if the city corporation should judge that any immediate or temporary relief can be drawn from the canal as a source , they will not seek for it, without the consent of the company. But if a treaty on this head should prove unsuccessful, as heretofore, it would tend only to add to the procrastination, both of a temporary and permanent supply of water to the city, as well as of the completion of the canal, for the benefit of the country at large.
We apprehend, then, upon the whole, that the interest of both, without making either side dependent on the other, will be most effectually and expeditiously compromised and promoted by the impartial hand of the Legislature, in separate bills , with separate provisions ; as reported by the Committee of the Senate.
This may be done, in substance, as follows; and, it is hoped, to mutual satisfaction; viz. 1st. That such portion of the duty on auctions as the Legislature may think proper, be granted to the City Corporation, for the express purpose of a supply of water to the city, by such means as they may judge best calculated to answer their present exigencies.
2d. That three Commissioners be appointed, on the part of the commonwealth, to raise on loan, on the credit of the health intended for the President of the United States, and the residue on the duty on auctions, to purchase shares of the Stock of the Delaware and Schuylkill Canal —or to complete the same for the benefit of the state, in any way that may be thought best, if the state should not choose to be interested in shares. Thus might all the interests of the city and country, and of the state at large, be concentrated in one great work highly honorable to the community. All which is respectfully submitted.
WILLIAM SANSOM, President.
Jan. 28, 1799.
To the honorable the SENATE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
THE MEMORIAL,
Of the STANDING COMMITTEE of the STOCKHOLDERS and MANAGERS of the Delaware and Schuylkill Canal Company, SHEWETH,
THAT sundry Memorials , during the present session of the legislature have been presented by the President and Managers of the Delaware and Schuylkill Canal Navigation, to the Senate and House of Representatives , and have been referred to special committees of each house.
That, at a joint meeting of those committees, and on an arrangement of the various matters committed to them, it was agreed to divide and separate the business, for the greater expedition in framing reports ; so that all the memorials and documents presented by the Canal company were assigned to the committee of the honorable Senate, as well as the memorials and representations of the Select and Common Councils , and other public bodies of the city of Philadelphia; which having in view a supply of water, for the benefit of the city, were considered as in connexion with the completion of the Canal, and the rights of the company, as vested by law, for that important service.
That a report of the committee of the Senate, was delivered and read on the 12th of January last, appearing to be intended, to reconcile all interests, respecting the completion of the Canal for the benefit of the state at large, as well as the city in particular; whereby the aid of the state was contemplated to become happily instrumental in a speedy relief to the city, and the completion of the Canal for all its permanent benefits, both to city and country.
That, in the spirit of this report, the Canal company on the 19th of January presented to the honorable Senate an address, since printed, stating their earnest desire, to render all their charter-rights , their past labors , and the vast sums of money already expended by them according to law, subservient to the public good, with the aid, and under the patronage of the legislature.
That this address of the Canal company was followed January 29th by the committee of Southwark and township of the Northern Liberties and Moyamensing, who being a full representation recently appointed for the city and suburbs aforesaid, unanimously prayed , That one moiety of the duties arising on Sales at Auction be granted to the city corporation, for a present supply of water, the other moiety to the Canal Company for a permanent supply , and the finishing the Canal for the great purposes of navigation, &c.
That, without embracing these propositions (which it was hoped would reconcile all
interests) the bill now before the honorable Senate if passed into a law will operate more injuriously to the interest of the Canal Stockholders , and the public in general, than an absolute repeal of the act for incorporating the company (if such act could be constitutionally repealed) for although your memorials can have no objection, but on the contrary have expressed their earnest wish, that the city corporation may be enabled to make any experiment in their power, for obtaining a temporary supply of water, according to their original propositions, yet we cannot but remonstrate against a grant of public money, to be applied to a permanent work, comprehended within the charter rights of the company, and which with the like public encouragement, can be accomplished, by means of the canal , to answer every purpose, originally contemplated by their incorporation.
Wherefore, upon the whole, if the honorable Senate should have any doubts concerning, the construction of our charter rights , as above stated; we pray leave to be heard by counsel, in the hopes to shew, —
1st. That the passing of this Bill in its present form would be a violation of our corporate rights .
2d. The loss of the large sums of money already expended, and a stop to the inland navigation of this state. And
3d. The giving to our neighbours the principal part of our internal commerce .
WILLIAM SANSOM,
Chairman.
February 19, 1799.
APPROACHING ELECTION.
To the FEDERALISTS of the State of PENNSYLVANIA.
IT is now ascertained who are to be the candidates for the office of Governor at the ensuing election. It is announced that the enemies of our administration, have fixed upon Thomas M'Kean, and it is well understood that its friends have determined to support James Ross, Esquire, of Washington. In whatever light we consider this subject, whether we view the personal qualities of the men, or their political principles, it is alike evident that the issue of this contest will be more fruitful of important consequences than any which has yet been known in Pennsylvania. The talk of displaying the private character of Mr. M'Kean, would be both invidious and unnecessary. The bare recollection of his public conduct will surely render him sufficiently odious. It might, perhaps, be useful to trace his career from its commencement, to hold up to view his numerous apostasies, and to endeavour to point out their causes; to ask wherefore he became at one time a furious constitutionalist, and soon after a violent republican; and to prove that in the convention which framed the state constitution, he as strenuously advocated a high-toned system of government, as he now does the pure principles of democracy. This would lead me, however, beyond the circle which I have at present prescribed for myself. It is well, however, to remark, that in all his tergiversations the vindictive intolerance of his nature, has been severely felt and loudly complained against. We have heard of a detestable robber of old, who measured his captives by his own bed. If they were too long for it, he amputated them — if too short, he stretched them to its length. The parallel will not indeed entirely hold between him and our Chief Justice; for the same men whose joints have been racked and dislocated to fit them to one measure of his principles, have been afterwards unrelentingly persecuted to bring them down to another. Let us, however, for a moment consider the consequences of suffering the united activity and desperate enterprise of the profligate faction, which opposes our government to succeed on this occasion. I say the activity and enterprise of our antagonists; because a retrospective view of the politics of Pennsylvania, unequivocally proves that their numbers, wealth, and weight of character, bear no proportion to yours. Pennsylvania, seated in the centre of the United States, wealthy, populous, commercial and extensive as it is, must, while the present division of sentiment subsists between the eastern and southern parts of our country, direct and govern its policy. Even if the frantic and ungovernable ambition of our revolutionists should produce a destruction of the Union, the influence of Pennsylvania in the scale of American consequence would be immense. The two clashing interests would each make every exertion to engage her in its favor; and she would become, in no small degree, the arbiter between them. The effects then of the election of governor will be incalculable. The most potent of any in the Union invested with the sole power of appointment, with the command of our military force, with a negative upon the proceedings of the legislature, his patronage, when aided by the prevalence of party spirit places him almost above controul. Concentrating in his hands all the energies of the state, how easy would it be for him to raise the banner of opposition to the federal administration? Our militia may be rendered even more contemptible than it now is, by the appointment of the most ignorant and brutal paupers in the community, in order to ensure him their support. Our judiciary set in opposition to that of the general government and by these means the whole state turned into a filthy kennel of jacobinical depravity.
The character of Mr. Ross is well known to you all: Alike distinguished for the solidity of his understanding, the extentiveness of his knowledge, the firm consistency of his principles, and the noble dignity of his deportment, he is in all respects the reverse of his opponent. The manly opposition which he gave to the Western Insurrection when in the very focus of rebellion, commands our esteem, and is entitled to a most grateful return; the eminence which he has
attained in our public councils assure you of his talents, and the ruinous situation into which you will be thrown if he is not elected ought to rouse your most vigorous support. For a long time have the partisans of Mr. M'Kean been working under your entrenchments. You must be prepared to defend yourself both against open attack and secret ambuscades. Their privates are well disciplined, their officers well chosen, their schemes well concerted, their whole body animated by one spirit and thoroughly compacted together. From such an enemy you have indeed much to fear, but do not despair. In proportion to the difficulty with which a battle is gained, does victory become glorious. Once break their phalanx, and they are totally undone; but in order to do so you must form one as firm, as resolute, and indeed as desperate as their own, and each individual must act as though on his own exertions depended the success of his cause.
ANTI JANUS.
At an annual meeting of the Welch Society, held at the house of William Ogden, No. 86, Chestnut-street, on Friday last, the first of March, the following persons were chosen officers for the ensuing year.
President. Samuel Meredith. Physicians. Dr. Thomas G. James; Dr. Joseph Strong, Stewards. Thomas Cumpston, Secretary. Robert Wharton, William Jones, Owen Foulke, John Evans, Register. Jonathan Jones, Morgan I. Rhea, John Davis, Counsellors. Michael Roberts, Benjamin R. Morgan, Richard Price. Edward Tilghman.
After the business of the meeting was concluded, the members and a number of gentlemen invited upon the occasion partook of an elegant entertainment provided by Mr. Ogden; after dinner the following toasts were drank:
1. The day. 2. The memory of the Welch Bards, the patrons of virtue, and preceptors of truth and Science. 3. The motto of the society "y gyvir yn erbyn y byd." The truth against the world. 4. The memory of general John Cadwalader formerly president of the St. David's Society, the gentleman and soldier, and zealous advocate of American freedom and independence. 5. The Constitution of the United States, the base of our political arch, supported by the key stone of Union. 6. The President of the United States, on whose wisdom and virtue we rely. 7. Lieutenant General George Washington, may his maxim never be forgotten, that in order to preserve peace it is necessary to be prepared for war. 8. The government of the United States, may it be ever ready to reciprocate justice and repel aggression. 9. The citizens of the United States, may unanimity, love of country and determination to support and defend its laws, liberties and independence, be their distinguishing characteristic. 10. The navy of the United States, may the venerable and expansive live oak of which it is formed, prove emblematical of its future strength, greatness and durability. 11. Our ministers abroad, may they guard the interest and support the dignity of our country in defiance of foreign influence. 12. The agriculture, manufactures and commerce of the United States. 13. Our adventurous ancestors who sought and found in the western hemisphere the enjoyment of civil and religious liberty. 14. Our fair countrywomen. 15. The benevolent institutions throughout the United States. 16. The commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
AT a meeting of committees of Wards in the city of Philadelphia, held at the Health-Office, the 26th day of the 2d mo. 1799, the following address was directed to be published:
FELLOW CITIZENS,
HAVING been appointed by you to the arduous service of seeking beds and other things which might be supposed to contain any of the remains of the contagion of the late pestilential fever: We with others of our fellow citizens, who aided us in going from house to house, have nearly finished that part of the business, and caused several hundred beds, and some clothing, to be removed to the city hospital, there fumigated and purified, some of which (being in such bad condition) were destroyed and paid for; the remainder have been returned to their owners. Our attention has been turned to the state of cleanliness of the houses in which the late sickness prevailed, recommending white washing removing the gases offensive to the smell, and cleansing the houses throughout: notwithstanding which, we are not without apprehensions, that with all our exertions, we have not found out all the beds and clothing which need the salutary effects of cleansing; we therefore earnestly solicit your watiful attention to this important article in the houses you respectively occupy and own, and also in your neighbours' houses, and if you discover any thing in which you expect contagion to exist, to inform the committee thereof. As all the committees who have engaged in this service act without pecuniary compensation, we hope you will consider yourselves bound to assist us as far as may be within your power.
Although we have used our feeble but best endeavours to avert the return of so great a calamity as the recent one, we think it right to acknowledge our dependence on the great First Cause, who only can ap-
ply an effectual remedy, for the affliction which he in wisdom hath permitted to fall on our city.
THOS. HARRISON, Chairman. ISAAC T. HOPPER, Secretary. Name of the committee of Wards, &c.
Northern Liberties } George Butts, North Mulberry ward Godfrey Haga, South Mulberry do. Thomas Allibone, Upper Delaware do. Nicholas Diehl, Lower Delaware do. Jonathan Willis, North } do. Charles Pleasants, High Street } do. Mabel Hutchinson, Chestnut } do. John Stille, Middle } do. Isaac Paxson, Walnut } do. Ebenezer Large, South } do. Thomas Harrison, Dock } do. Joseph Lowndes, New-Market } do. Thomas Atmore, Southwark } Richard Attermay, Moyamensing } Joseph Marsh, jun. Joseph Burd.
It seems that Collet D'Honois was not waited on by the friend of M. Gallagher, but made the acknowledgment, that he did not mean to be personal to that gentleman, through a fourth person.
Toast drank at Boston at the celebration of General Washington's birth-day.
The President of the United States, whose virtues, talents, spirit and constancy no danger can shake, no enemy appal, no artifice surprise, no calumny obscure.
Gazette Marine List.
Arrived at Rocky Island the ship Asia, captain Morgan, from Baravia, last from the Isle of France failed from thence the 17th November last, leaving there the ship Summer, Stone, of Boston, and ship Woodcut, White, (late an English Indiaman) 16th to sail in a few days for India, and no other Americans.
Mr. Maddoc sup rearg. informs, that the Asia was detained several days by an embargo, in consequence of an infraction breaking out by a party of friends to the French republic, their object being to overset the Colonial Assembly and its acts, and to establish the of the Directory; they succeeded in securing several members of the Assembly whom they imprisoned, & drove the rest from the town, who retired to the mountains and collected a large body of native volunteers, with these they returned and overpowered their opponents. 23 of the Ringleaders were secured and ship'd off to Old France and order restored, they laid in a brig the day before the Asia — During the insurrection the Lascare 44 gun frigate lay there, but took no part with the insurgents. Sercey was in the Indian seas, and daily expected at the Isle of France, there had been no arrival from the time the Asia put in, to her sailing, upwards of two months. The La Force failed on a cruise a few days before the Asia. The Asia has been 18 days on the coast, and 5 of her hands frost-bitten. The brig George, Hardy, from Havana, is ashore near Morris Linton's.
List of vessels under Convoy of the United States Frigate George Washington, P. Fletcher, Esq. commander.
Prince Ruffert's Bay, Feb. 1. 1799. Sch. Hannah, John Lord master, from Martinico, f. r. B. R. ton, cargo molasses. Brig William, Christian Lewethwait, master, from Martinico, of and for Baltimore, cargo Rum and ballast. Brig. Industry, Henry Travers, from Martinico, of and for Baltimore, cargo ballast. Sch. Jane, Joseph Patch, from Surinam, of and for Newburyport, cargo sugar, molasses, cotton and coffee. Sch. Unity, Ebenezer Hoyt, from Surinam, of and for Newburyport, cargo sugar, molasses; cotton and coffee.
East India Company of N. America.
THE Company are desirous of purchasing any vessel, a substantial well built fast sailing vessel, completely fitted, or a ship already covered will be preferred; to be not less than Three Hundred Tons. Any person having such vessel to dispose of, will be pleased to forward their proposals on or before the 15th inst. with a particular description of the vessel, the timber of which she is built, the number of guns she is calculated to carry, and her dimensions, to the secretary of the board of agents, who will receive the same for their consideration.
Per order of the board, S. BLOOD, L. t. Secretary p. t. march 5.
Valuable Property for Sale,
In Chest St. near State Street, directly opposite CONGRESS HALL. A LOT of ground, about 11 feet front in Chestnut Street and 73 feet in depth, which is a good frame house, now in the re-rent of Samuel Berge, subject to a ground-rent of 25 per annum. The advantageous situation of this property requires no comments, for it must be known, there are few in this city to equal it, an unexceptionable title will be made to the purchaser. JAMES GIRVAN, no. 198, Chestnut Street, next door to the premises. march 5.
GOODS,
Forwarded to Baltimore, with dispatch and on reasonable terms by Levi Hollingsworth & Son. Phila. March 5. 1799. tu th. f. 3w
WEEKLY MAGAZINE.
The subscriber has published four numbers (32, 33, 34) of the WEEKLY MAGAZINE, in continuation of the one which was begun by the late Mr. James Watterson. If there are any of the subscribers to that work who have not received their numbers, they are requested to send notice of what may be wanting, with their place of residence, to the office of the subscriber, at No. 90, South Third-street, where subscriptions will be received, as well as by the principal booksellers. EZEKIAL FORMAN.
N. B. A Letter Box is placed in the window, for the purpose of receiving communications. march 5.

Canal Lottery No. II. WILL be drawn in the course of the present month. The wheel is upwards of 20,000 dollars richer in proportion than at the commencement of the drawing, and only 3,700 tickets remain unsold. Tickets 12 dollars each, to be had at William Blackburn's Lottery and Broker's Office, No. 68, fourth Second street, until Saturday the 9th inst., after which day's drawing they will be 15 dollars, and will rise considerably at the close of every future day's drawing. march 2 sawtf
Notice. THOSE who have demands against the Estate of Mr. GEORGE KEPPEL, deceased, in his private or individual capacity, are requested to present their accounts to the subscriber for adjustment and liquidation; and those who are indebted to the said Estate are requested to make payment to the Rev. JOSIAH TURNER, no. 362, fourth Second street, or to THOMAS REERSON, no. 177, Market street, Attorney in fact for Mrs. Ann Keppel.
N. B.—To be let, a good House, with convenient Stores, &c. in a most eligible situation for business in the Dry Good line, or otherwise. In this house there were no inhabitants during the prevalence of the late malignant fever; and the whole has been well repaired very lately. For terms apply as above. Also to be disposed of on very moderate terms, part of the library of the late Mr. Keppe, consisting of from three to four hundred volumes of valuable Books written by the most respectable authors on their respective subjects. These are to be seen at the house of the said Mr. Turner, and to whom application for them must be made. feb. 14 sawtf
FOR SALE, A SMALL Farm of Fifty-four acres, within five miles and a half of Philadelphia and one mile from Frankford on the river road, fourteen acres of wood-land, five acres of good meadow, the residue thirty-five acres, excellent arable land and which will make the best of meadow. On the premises are a decent two story Brick House and Brick Kitchen a good garden & orchard with a variety of fruit trees and a well of very good water. For terms apply to Thomas Benger, near Bristol Bucks County, or William Waln, No. 144, South Second street, Philadelphia.
A Lot of eight or nine acres, Of very good land in good order or close feed with or without a large frame Barn as good as new, enquire as above. feb 14 sawtf
Copper Warehouse, Late ALEXANDER BISLAND, & Co. No. 201, MARKET-STREET.
ROBERT KID, Having purchased the Stock of the above firm, Solicits the patronage of the public and their friends; where they may depend on being served on the very best terms with the following goods:
A general assortment of Copper Bottoms and Sheets, for Copper Smiths and other purposes, Pig and Bar Lead, Block Tin and Crowley Steel, Tin in Boxes, and Brass Kettle in Nets, With a large and general assortment of Ironmongery, feb. 16. sawtf
NOTICE. ALL persons having any demands against the Estate of the late JAMES WILSON, Esq., are desired to present their accounts, properly authenticated, to either of the subscribers. The creditors whose debts are secured by mortgage, are particularly requested to present their accounts, as soon as convenient, in order to enable the subscribers to make a statement of the situation of the property. A meeting of the creditors is requested on Monday the 18th of March, at 7 o'clock in the evening, at the City Tavern. Bird Wilson William Nichols John Adlum Administrators. feb 4 codtimar
All Persons Indebted to the Estate of HENRY HILL, deceased are requested to make payment to the subscriber and those having any demands on the same to produce their accounts for settlement. GIDEON H. WELLS, no. 239, Market street Philadelphia dec. 4. 1798 sawtf
FOR SALE, A Small Plantation, Of about 116 acres, whereof 34 acres are under Clover of one and two years, including an orchard of ten acres; 36 acres of excellent bottom and upland watered meadow, and about 25 acres of wood land. The remainder is now under the plough, to acres of which are in the best order to receive grass seed next spring. It is situated in the manor of Moreland, Montgomery county, and distant 14 miles from Philadelphia. The improvements are a stone Dwelling-House, Kitchen and pump; a stone Spring-House and Wash-House; a stone Tenant's House; a large stone Barn and many other useful out buildings, and a good Garden fenced round with boards. For further particulars apply to P. THOMPSON, Conveyancer, No. 43, Mulberry-street. B. BONSALL, Dock-street, or J. LAUMOY, on the Premises. feb 4 sawtf
To be Let, A Store and Loft, NEAR Market-street Wharf.—Enquire of the Subscriber, GEO. DAVIS, 319 High-street. feb 11 sawtf
Hemp & Iron. The CARGO of the BRIG FANNY, J. Brufenberg, maker, from St. Petersburg, —CONSISTING OF— 80 Bales Hemp, 1634 Bars Iron 11 Bales Ravens Duck 3 Ditto Russia Sheeting FOR SALE BY Pratt & Knizng, No. 95, North Water-street. feb 7 sawtf
WHO HAVE ALSO FOR SALE. 200 Bales Ticklenburghs and Oznabrigs, 100 Ditto Hefians and Rolls, Creas, Brittanias, Patterboros, Bielefeld Limps, Cheeks and Stripes, Brown Holland, Bunting, Sail Twine, Turkey Yarn, Hair Ribbon, Tape, Bed Ticks, Hog's Bristles, Port Wine, Curret, Salt, Roll Brimstone, German Steel, Slate, Yellow Ochre, Window Glass, Pearl Barley, &c. &c. feb 7 sawtf
Building and Garden Lots, CONTIGUOUS to, and at a small distance from the City, to be sold at the coffee house in Second street, on Wednesday the 20th of March, at 6 o'clock in the evening, containing from about 1-4 of an acre to about 4 acres each. The small lots fronting on Vine and Callowhill streets, on the west side of Schuylkill Second street, and the large lots containing whole or half or quarter squares, some of them bounded on the west by Schuylkill and the upper ferry road including some fine quarry lots on Schuylkill: the whole containing about 140 acres, and formerly known by the name of Springbury; bounded on the north by Francis street, extending from the Ridge road to Schuylkill, crossing the canal, on which several of the lots will give fronts.
The situation of many of the large lots is on high ground, commanding beautiful views of the Schuylkill, supposed to be sufficiently detached to escape any unfortunate disorder which may be prevalent in the city.—The terms will be made known at the time of the sale. N. B. Maps of the lots are fixed up at the middle and upper ferrys on Schuylkill, at Seybert's Tavern, in Second street, Northern Liberties; at Ogdens tavern in Chestnut street, and at the coffee house. The convenience of those to whom the premises will prove very advantageous to purchasers. CONNELLY & Co. auct'rs.
English wrought Nails. Imported in the ships Molly and Diana, from LIVERPOOL. 400 Casks of Nails, CONSISTING of 6d, 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, flat points suitable for the southern market—6d, 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, fine drawn sharps—also 2, 3, 4, and 6 clous—sprigs—tacks—seupper nails—sheathing nails, &c. FOR SALE BY Robert Denison, junr. 127 Market-street.
THE COMMISSIONERS, APPOINTED by the Corporation to open Books of Subscription for a Loan to introduce WHOLESOME WATER from the River Schuylkill by means of Steam Engines (already contracted for) to the Center Square and from thence to be distributed through the City, give NOTICE, THAT a book will be opened at the City Hall to-morrow, the 13th inst., and will be continued from day to day, until the Loan is completed, where the commissioners will attend from 10 o'clock in the morning until one, to receive subscriptions. By order of the Board, Jacob Shoemaker, sec'y.
2d mo. 12. N. B. Ten dollars to be paid on each share at the time of Subscribing. 30 ditto at the expiration of two months 30 ditto, ditto, 4 months 30 ditto, ditto, 6 months From the time of subscribing
Just Imported, Iron cannon, double fortified, Woolwich proof, with their carriages complete—3, 4, 6 and 9 pounders. Carromades, Woolwich proof, with carriages, &c. complete—12, 18 and 24 pounders. Cannon powder in kegs of 25 lbs. each Round, double headed, and canister shot Patent sheathing copper, bright, assorted 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 and 28 or per square foot, sheets 48 by 14 inches, suitable for vessels from 100 to 1000 tons Copper nails, bolts and spikes Boarding Pikes, Common cutlasses Gunner's flutes of all kinds Tin-plates No 1—1-3 cross boxes Patent shot in casks of 5wt. each London porter and brown stout, in casks of 7 doz. bottled. Earthen ware in crates, assorted For Sale by SIMON WALKER, Pine near 5th street. oct. 29. sawtf
FOR SALE, By the Subscribers, 15 pipes Old Madeira Wine, 1 pair of 9 pound Cannon 5 packages of Gum Guaiacum 2 bales of St. Domingo Cotton 100 boxes of Wax Candles, of 24 lbs each. WILLIAMS & Francis. Penn-street, } February 19. } sawtf
For sale by, PETER BLIGHT, At his Store—South-street wharf, A quantity of Jamaica Rum, do Brandy, 8th proof, Red Port Wine, in pipes, hds. and qr. casks Madeira, in pipes fit for use, Catalonia White Wine in pipes, Hazelnuts in sacks Cable Soap Old Arrack—in casks and cases of 3 dozen each. feb. 19. sawtf
One Hundred Dollars Reward. RAN away from the subscribers, living in Somerset county, state of Maryland, on the 26th of December last, two Negro Men; George and Randel—George is about six feet high, twenty-two years of age, and of a yellow complexion—had on when he went away a dark cloth coat, kersey breeches and white yarn stockings; he is a pretty good player on the fiddle.—Randel is about five feet two inches high, twenty years of age, and of a yellow complexion, has a loud hoarse voice, and is a good deal bow-legged; he pretends to be something of a cobbler;—had on when he went away a white coat, home-made kersey breeches and white yarn stockings.—There is no doubt, but they will change their clothes as well as their names—they having been taken up on the 29th of December last at Duck-creek, in the state of Delaware, and committed by John Cole, Esq. (by the names of Stephen and Charles) to the care of John M'Whirts and Thomas Kerker, from whom they made their escape.—Whoever apprehends the above negroes, and has them secured in jail, so that the subscribers may see them again, shall receive the above reward or fifty dollars for either. John Nelson, William Bownes. Salisbury, Somerset county } Maryland, February 15, 1799. } dim
George-Town, Potomac. I WILL sell one Two Story Brick House and Lot on High-street—One Two Story new Frame House on the same street—One Two Story Frame House in a beautiful situation for a private family—his lot will admit of improvement, being 75 feet front by 150 feet back.—For further particulars enquire of THOMAS M. SPRAGUELL. George-Town. feb. 25. sawtf
REAL ESTATES. THE SUBSCRIBER, Offers for sale the following described property, ON HIGH-STREET, A LOT of ground on the south side thereof, between 7th and 8th streets, containing in front 23 feet 8 inches and extending in depth southward 306 feet. The improvements on this lot are a substantial Brick Dwelling House, three stories high, with garrets and an extensive range of back buildings also of three stories—the whole comprising two genteel parlours—a spacious drawing room—back parlour—kitchen—wash-house, &c. and a great number of bed-chambers. It has the privilege of passage into Market-street, through a 3 feet wide alley communicating with the yard. Another lot on the same situation and next adjoining, wellward to the one above described, containing in front, on Market street, 20 feet 8 inches by 306 feet in depth, on which are erected a two story frame dwelling house and kitchen well calculated to accommodate a small family. The back ground of both these lots is rendered healthy and pleasant by gravel walks and grass plots and a number of fruit and forest trees growing thereon. Each lot has the privilege of a passage into Eighth-street through a 15 feet wide alley extending to the same from the back ends. One other Lot of ground adjoining to and eastward of the subscriber's Dwelling House, containing in front 33 feet and extending southward to the depth of 306 feet—on which are erected a substantial Brick Dwelling House, 18 feet front, with garrets and very convenient back buildings of the same height and materials. Also a Carriage House and Stables built of wood. ON CHESTNUT STREET.
A Lot of Ground on the north side, and between Seventh and Eighth Streets, containing in front 104 feet, and extending in depth northward 178 feet. This Lot is also accommodated with a passage into Eighth Street, through the above described alley.
In the town of Dover, KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE STATE. Eight Lots of Ground adjoining each other, on the west side of King street, containing in front on the same 505 feet, and extending in depth westward about 402 feet, on which are erected a two story Brick Dwelling House, and another Brick Building adjoining, suitable for a Store or Office together with several frame tenements—a stream of water runs through the south part of the lot, where a tan-yard might be improved to advantage. Payment of a part of the purchase money will be required—the remainder may be at interest for a number of years by giving the premises in security, &c. RICHARD RUNDLE. jan 11 sawtf
Valuable Property for Sale. FOR SALE, THAT well known Estate, called SHREWSBURY FARM, formerly the residence of General John Cadwalader, situate on Schuylkill River, in Kent county, Maryland—containing about 1900 acres of prime LAND upwards of 500 of which are in woods. The Buildings are all excellent, and consist of a handsome Dwelling House, two large Barns with Cow houses, Stables for fifty horses, a spacious treading floor under cover, a granary, two 2000-gallon houses, two ranges of two-story buildings for Negroes (one of them new and of brick), Corn houses a Smock house, &c. &c.—The whole Estate being nearly surrounded by water, it requires but little fencing, and has a good Shad and Herring fishery. It is conveniently situated for both the Philadelphia and Baltimore markets, with two landings on a navigable river but a short sail from Baltimore. There is a large Peach, and two large Apple Orchards on the premises; also, a variety of excellent fruits of different kinds. The soil is mostly a rich loam.—The whole will be sold together or divided into smaller farms (for which the buildings are conveniently situated) as may suit the purchaser. The Stock on said Farm, consisting of Horses, Cattle, Sheep, &c. will also be disposed of.—For further particulars apply to GEORGE HASTINGS on the premises, or to the subscriber, in Philadelphia. ARCHIBALD M'CALL, JUN. December 12. sawtf
FOR SALE, 50,000 Acres of LAND, LYING in the county of Russell, state of Virginia, bounded on the east by the river Clinch, on the south by the river Guest, and to the west by Sandy river. This tract (situate six miles from the Courthouse of the above county, 25 from the town of Abington, is well settled, and has likewise the advantage of a wagon road) is divided into tracts of 10, 5 and 1500 acres each, and will be sold, altogether, or in lots, as it may suit the purchasers, by one of the owners who will reside there during the months of May, June and July next, in order to put them who may become purchasers in possession. The plots duly authenticated and certified by the surveyors, are in the hands of the subscribers. Every satisfaction will be given with respect to the right, to which the parents give full and ample testimony. Great accommodations will be made respecting payment, and every necessary information may be had, by applying to F. & A. TUBEUF. Petersburg, Feb. 11. sawtf
Wharf and Stores, For Sale. THAT valuable Estate about 71 feet 3 inches on Water street, bounded on the north by Sassafras street, and extending into the river Delaware, on which are erected very extensive stores and wharf in good repair—plenty of water for the largest ships to lay at the wharf—in every respect a capital situation for any business requiring extensive ware-houses and the convenience of the wharf, or for any person wishing to invest money in real estate, that will produce a handsome income. Also, fundry valuable Ground Rents, well secured in the city, and of such amounts as to be object to any person desirous of investing money in that way. For further particulars enquire of the subscriber, JOHN WARDER, no. 208, north Front street. 2nd Month, 7th, 1799. sawtf
FOR SALE, Eighteen Acres and twenty-six Perches of LAND, In a fine healthy situation, with a small stone house upon it, some meadow and woodland, a run of water, and a good spring; situated in the Manor of Moreland, Montgomery County, on the Southampton and Wright's Town road, 14 miles from Philadelphia, adjoining the lands of W. Deans, Esq. W. Roberts, and J. Laumoy. Apply to J. LAUMOY. * Possession will be given on the first of April. february 19th, 1799 sawtf
To be Let, A genteel, convenient three story BRICK HOUSE, IN SPRUCE STREET, (no. 64) This house has been newly papered and painted, and was not occupied during last fever. feb. 12. sawtf
PROPOSALS, BY THE Insurance Company of North America. FOR INSURANCE against FIRE, on Dwellings, Houses, Ware-Houses, and other Buildings (and on Goods contained in such Buildings) distant from Philadelphia, in the United States. I. Common Insurance, on hazards of the first class, will be undertaken at a premium of about half per cent. per annum. For extra hazardous risks a larger premium will be required, which will vary according to circumstances, seldom exceeding one per cent. per annum; but in some instances, where the property insured is not only in itself extra hazardous, but rendered still more so by the vicinity of extra hazardous buildings and occupations, the premium demanded will be raised according to circumstances. Houses and Ware-Houses, the walls and partitions of which are wholly of stone or brick, well constructed, so as to be guarded as well as may be against fires from within, and free from extra hazardous buildings and occupations in their neighborhood, will be deemed hazardous of the first class, and may be insured to their full value. Also Goods and Merchandise, not of an extra hazardous kind, in casks, bales, or packages, deposited in such buildings, to an amount not exceeding 400 dollars; but if more than this sum is required to be insured in one tenement, an additional premium will be required, in proportion to circumstances. II. Insurances will also be made on buildings and goods extra hazardous, at premiums proportioned to the risk. But it is not easy to arrange these under particular heads or classes, so as to describe each with the necessary accuracy. Each case must therefore be decided upon according to the circumstances attending it; and these circumstances will, in general, appear from the description accompanying the application. Buildings partly constructed of brick or stone, are preferable to those wholly wooden. And in both cases, the file of building, the neighboring buildings, and how occupied, are considerations to be taken into view. And with respect to goods, their tendency, whether from their nature, or from the manner in which they are exposed, either to commence or to increase an accidental fire, and their liability in such state to receive damage by wet, or by sudden and hasty removal, or to be broken in time of confusion and hurry, are all circumstances of weight; and the premiums must be proportioned accordingly. III. The following conditions are to be understood by the parties. 1st. The Insurance is not binding till the disputed premium be paid; but it shall be deemed effected from the time of such payment and acceptance thereof, whether the policy be immediately signed or not. 2d. Insurances may be renewed at the expiration of the term of the policy, without further expenses than the payment of the premium of the renewed term, the circumstances continuing the same as they were understood by the Insurers at the time the former insurance was made; but the payment of the premium is essential to such renewal; and if the party insured suffers any time to elapse after the expiration of the former insurance, before he pays a premium for the renewal, he is not insured during such time; nor can the insurance be renewed on the former policy but by computing the commencement of the renewal from the expiration of the former insurance. The subject of insurance may nevertheless be open to treaty for a new insurance. 3d. If any other insurance be made on the same property; it must be made known at the time of application, otherwise the policy made on such application will be void. 4th. Goods held in trust, or on consignment, may be insured as such in a separate policy; but they are not to be considered as insured otherwise. 5th. This company will not be liable or accountable for any loss or damage occasioned by any foreign invasion, or by any military or usurped force, or by reason of any civil commotion; or occasion, ed by gunpowder, aquafortis or other thing of like kind shot in the building, or amongst the property insured. 6th. Bills of Exchange, Bonds and other Securities, Title Deeds, Money, Bank and other promissory Notes, are not included in any insurance; nor are paintings, medals, jewels, gems, antique curiosities, or mirrors exceeding the value of twenty-five dollars each, to be considered as insured unless particularly mentioned and by special agreement. 7th. No insurance will be made for a shorter term than one year, nor for a longer term than seven years. Persons choosing to insure for seven years shall be allowed one year's premium by way of discount: One third of a years premium shall be abated in like manner on an insurance for three years. 8th. Losses sustained by fire on property insured, shall be paid in thirty days after due proof and liquidation thereof, without deduction. A description of the property to be insured will be expected with each application, to be made by a master carpenter and signed by him; as well as by the owner of the building or applicant for insurance, and attested before a Notary or principal Magistrate, who will certify his knowledge of the parties and their creditability. With respect to Houses and other Buildings. 1st. The site and position; describing the street or road on or near which the building stands; its contiguity to water, and other circumstances relative to the extinguishment of fire in case of accident; and particularly whether any and what fire companies are established, and engines provided, in the place or neighbourhood. 2d. The materials of which it is built, whether of brick, stone or wood, and what part of each, as well as to the outside walls as inside or partition walls, and their respective height and thickness; the style of the roof and of what materials; how secured by battlements or party walls; what kind of access to the top of the house and to the chimneys; whether any and what electric rods; the number and kind of fire places; and the kind of deposit for ashes. 3d. The dimensions of the building and how divided, and the style in which it is finished so as to enable indifferent persons to judge in what manner it is to be repaired or rebuilt in case of injury; the age and condition of the building, and how occupied, whether merely a dwelling house, or for any other purpose, and for what purpose; also an estimate of the value of the house or building independent of the ground. 4th. The situation with respect to other buildings or back buildings, whether adjoining or not, comprehending at least one hundred feet each way: what kind of buildings are within that distance, how built, of what materials, and how occupied or improved, whether as dwellings for private families or otherwise: whether any and what trade or manufacture is carried on, and particularly whether there be any extra hazardous articles used, or usually deposited in the house, or within the distance aforesaid, and of what kind. Respecting goods in Houses, Warehouses, &c. 1. A general description of the building in which they are kept will be expected, similar in all respects, as to the danger from fire, with that required for Insurance on the buildings themselves. 2. A description of the kinds and nature of the goods, whether in casks or other packages, or opened; and whether displayed in whole or in part in the usual form for retailing. And if the goods vary materially in kind, a general
estimate of the value of each kind proposed to be insured; but in the last particular minutiae of description is not expected. 3. Articles of the following kinds are deemed extra-hazardous, though in various degrees, in whatever building they may be placed, viz. pitch, tar, turpentine, resin, wax, tallow, oil, inflammable spirits, sulphur, hemp, flax, cotton, dry goods of an inflammable kind, opened.—Glass, china ware or porcelain, especially unpacked; Looking glasses, jewelry; and all other articles more than commonly inflammable, or more than commonly liable to injury by sudden removal or by moisture, or particularly obnoxious to theft on an alarm of fire. Letters post paid, directed to the Secretary of the Board of Directors, will be duly attended to. An order for Insurance accompanied by the means of paying the premium, will be immediately executed on the premium being paid. If the application contain an enquiry only, it will be answered. By order of the Board, Ebenezer Hazard, sec'ry. Office of the Insurance Company of North America; Philad. Feb. 1, 1798.
TO THE Promoters of Literature. THE managers of the Beula Seminary, impelled by motives of pure morality, having resolved to dispose of the following property by way of LOTTERY, in order to assist them in erecting a convenient building for the accommodation of one hundred students, and the necessary professors in the different departments of science—do offer for sale three hundred and fifty lots in BEULA, each fifty-eight feet by one hundred and twenty-five, at twenty dollars per ticket, each ticket entitled to a lot to be determined by ballot; ten dollars to be paid on receipt of the ticket, and the remaining ten on the delivery of the deed. The ballot to take place before impartial men, as soon as the whole number of tickets are sold. The managers, anticipating the difficulty of obtaining cash for the whole, have resolved to receive an equivalent, for some of the lots, in select books; philosophical apparatus, or in produce and materials for building, delivered on the spot. It may be observed, that the value of prizes in this lottery will be more than double the amount of all the tickets; for 350 lots, would at their average estimation, produce at least 15,750 dollars; whilst, according to the present proposals, the sum obtained for them will be only 7,000 dollars. Tickets may be had during this winter, of Morgan J. Rees, president of the board of managers, no. 177, fourth Second-street, Philadelphia; who will receive proposals and plans for the erection of the building. It is intended to be of brick or stone; its situation on the summit of a gradual rising eminence, commanding an extensive prospect of the surrounding country; an observatory to be on its top. Land and out lots in the vicinity of the Town may be had on moderate terms by applying as above. Mechanics and laborers, of good morals will meet with encouragement. jan. 19. sawtf
TREASURY DEPARTMENT. JUNE 27, 1798. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That by virtue of an act, passed during the present session of Congress, to fund the debt entitled "An Act making further provision for the support of public credit, and for the redemption of the public debt"—passed the third day of March, one thousand seven hundred and ninety-five, as bars from settlement or allowance, Certificates, commonly called Loan Office and final settlement Certificates, and Indents of Interest, is suspended until the twentieth day of June, which will be in the year one thousand seven hundred and ninety nine. That on the liquidation and settlement of the said Certificates, and Indents of Interest, at the Treasury, the Creditors will be entitled to receive Certificates of funded Three Per Cent Stock equal to the amount of the said Indents, and the arrears of interest due on their said Certificates, prior to the first day of January one thousand seven hundred and ninety one. That the principal sums of the said Loan Office and final settlement Certificates, with the interest thereon, since the first day of January, one thousand seven hundred and ninety one, will be discharged after liquidation at the Treasury, by the payment of interest and reimbursement of principal, equal to the sums which would have been payable thereon, if the said Certificates had been subscribed, pursuant to the Acts making provision for the debts of the United States, contracted during the late war, and by the payment of other sums, equal to the market value of the remaining Stock, which would have been created by such subscriptions as aforesaid, which market value will be determined by the Comptroller of the Treasury. OLIVER WOLCOTT, Secretary of the Treasury. june 28 sawtf
Patent-Ploughs, TO be sold for cash by Joseph Satter at Atkinson Richard White, George's Ferry—Jonathan Harker, Woodbury—and Jesse Evans, Lumberton. Those who have used them give them the preference to any other kind, as they require less team, break the ground better, are kept in order at less expense and are sold at a cheaper rate—the plan is much simplified and consists of but one piece of cast iron, with the handles and beam of wood; they may be fixed with wrought irons and coulters to be put on with screws and taken off at pleasure. Patent rights for vending with instructions for making them may be had by applying to John Newbold, or the subscriber No. 212 North Front-street. Who has for Sale Or to Lease for a term of Years, A number of valuable tracts of Land, well situated for Mills, Iron Works or Farms, mostly improved, lying chiefly in the county of Huntingdon state of Pennsylvania. Those who may incline to view them will please to apply to John Canan Esq. near Huntingdon. Charles Newbold sawtf
THE PARTNERSHIP of John & James Pultney, BEING dissolved by mutual consent, all persons indebted to them are requested to make immediate payment to either of the subscribers, and those having demands to present their accounts for settlement. JOHN PULTNEY. JAMES PULTNEY. writtf 18 mo 30
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