Gazette of the United States, & Philadelphia daily advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]), 1799-03-01 00:00:00

Gazette of the United States, AND Philadelphia Daily Advertiser.
By JOHN WARD FENNO, N o 119, CHESNUT-STREET.
NUMBER 2013]
PHILADELPHIA: FRIDAY EVENING, MARCH 1, 1799.
[VOLUME XV.]
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.
For Charleston, THE SHIP JOHN BULKLEY, Will fall in about ten days, for freight or passage apply to JESSE & ROBERT WALN.
FOR ST. CROIX. The armed Brig, ARIEL, JOHN GARDINER, master, lying at Albertson's wharf, will fall in ten or twelve days. For freight or passage apply to the captain on board, or to
John Nixon & Co. Feb. 21
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 SHIPPING, is now opened at No. 65 South Front-street, where a share of the public patronage is respectfully solicited. N. & J. FRAZIER.
For sale by the subscriber, AT PORTSMOUTH (N.H.) THE HULL OF A NEW SHIP, 80 feet keel, 27 1-2 beam, 25 feet hold, 50 between decks; about 330 tons; with masts, spars and all the carpenter's and smith's work completed; built of good found 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 THOMPSON, december 21
For Sale, The Schooner, THREE SISTERS Is almost a new vessel, carries between six and 700 barrels and falls remarkably fast, when loaded draws about 8 or 8 1-2 feet water, she is in complete order, having all the sails that can be used to advantage, the greater part of them are new. In short she may be sent to sea at a small expense, and in three or four days notice. For terms apply to Jebu Hollingsworth, & Co. No. 47, Penn-street.
For FREIGHT or CHARTER, to any part of EUROPE, The Swedish Snow MARIA, 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 everything relating thereto—assist masters of vessels and others in entering and clearing at the Custom-House, procuring and shipping freight, settling Insurance and all other mercantile accounts, and have on hand the necessary Blank 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
Madras Handkerchiefs. An elegant assortment, just received, And for Sale, by ISAAC LOYD, Next to No. 44, South Wharves.
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.
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 Meeting House 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.
A quantity of Russia Hemp Cordage and bar Iron 25 hundred Tallow Platters, Royal Britannia Checks &c in cases New landing from the ship Four Friends, Capt. Hubber, from Hamburg, at Jesse and Robert Waln's wharf, and for Sale by THOMAS & JOHN KETLAND, Who have on hand, Crates of Earthen Ware Cannon and Caronades of various sizes Dry white Lead Guns and Pistols assorted in cases Gun Flints in kegs Ships' Muskets Claret of a superior quality in cases of 1 to 3 dozen each.
Just received per ship Juno, Capt. Wolters, from Hamburg, Casks la Morlaix, Dowles, whole pieces Do. half do. Brown Platters. Also on hand, Russia Horse Hair, cured and uncured, Do. D-ick and rods, Brandy 4th proof, and Rice. For sale by ISAAC HAZLEHURST & SON, feb. 15.
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 Caffia, silk umbrellas an assortment of china ware, and a variety of SILKS, consisting of Black and colored Lusterling
12 pipes of excellent Madeira Wine, fit for immediate use, 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. BONNAR, whom they beg leave to recommend to the favor of their friends and the public.
ALL PERSONS indebted to the above firm and those to whom they are indebted, will please to apply to JOHN WATKINS & 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.
NOTICE. THE Public are cautioned not to trust any of the people belonging to the Swedish Snow Maria, on my account. Hans Olof Kock, master.
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, Chesnut-street.
TO LET, THE large House in Southwark, lately occupied by Mr. Henry Mitchell; apply to Isaac Wharton.
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBERS, 14 four pound Cannon, different lengths, 5 Caronades. JOHN NIXON & CO. December 1.
NOTICE. Joseph Thomas's Creditors are hereby earnestly requested to furnish their Accounts duly attested, as soon as convenient: thereby 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, WILLIAM BUCKLEY, JOHN HALL. S. Thomas.
Hemp & Iron. The CARGO of the Brig FANNY, J. Bruzenberg, master, from St. Petersburg, —CONSISTING OF— 89 Bales Hemp, 1634 Bars Iron 11 Bales Ravens Duck 3 Ditto Russia Sheeting
FOR SALE BY Pratt & Kintzing, No. 95, North Water-street.
WHO HAVE ALSO FOR SALE. 200 Bales Ticklenburghs and Oznabrigs, 100 Ditto Hessian and Rolls, Creas, Britannias, Patterberrows, Bielefeld Linen, Checks and Stripes, Brown Holland, Bunting, Sail Twine, Turkey Yarn, Hair Ribbon, Tapes, Bed Ticks, Hog's Bristles, Port Wine, Claret, Salt, Roll Brimstone, German Steel, Slates, Yellow Ochre, Window Glass, Pearl Barley, &c. &c.
NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to the Estate of WILLIAM LEYSHAM, 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
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, Or of the same quantity, of LOGS, Bored into pipe, counterbored and tapped, at under: 14,000 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.
Just Received, By the ships Juno, Walters, and Four Friends, Hubber, from Hamburg, AND FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBERS, 460 pieces 6-4 quadruple Silexas 35 do. 8 4 do. 39 do. creasa la Morlaix 34 do. 9 8 coutils 3 do. 4-4 do. 44 do. 6-8 guingas 35 do. Russia sail-duck 10 pipes Ricarlo 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. for quality.
Also on Hand, 11 bales ticklenburghs, at 23 to 28 cents pr. ell 12 do. Weter linen, at 16 to 20 cents pr. yard 1 box paperbombs 5 boxes hollow glass ware 5 cases Russia bristles (first quality) Erick & Lewis Bollmann, no. 100, Spruce street
Rouens Sheetings. FOR SALE, THREE cases, containing 106 pieces Rouens Sheetings, suitable for the Havana or New-Orleans market—Apply at no 73, South Front-street
FOR SALE, A Lot of eight or nine acres, OF very good land in good order or clover seed with or without a large frame Barn as good as new, enquire as above.
FOR SALE, Deliverable at Norfolk, A CARGO OF Honduras Mahogany, & Logwood. For terms apply to PHILIPS, CRAMOND, & CO.
FOR SALE, TEN or twelve Tons, Clover & Timothy HAY, Of the first quality.—Apply at No. 43, Almond street.
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 Kettles in Nests, With a large and general assortment of Ironmongery.
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 nearest 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.
TO BE SOLD, or Let ON GROUND RENT, FOREVER, A NUMBER of very handsome Building Lots, on the South side of Arch-street, near Ninth street, and on Ninth-street, between Arch and Race-streets.
ALSO. A few Lots of four acres each; on a high, dry, and elegant situation, within three miles from the city—Enquire at No. 278 Arch-street.
WANTED, To Article for two or three years a young Man to a profitable business—For particulars enquire at no. 68, south 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
BALL. MR. & MRS. BYRNE, First Dancers of the NEW THEATRE, RESPECTFULLY inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Philadelphia, that their first BALL will be on Thursday next, 14th Feb. at Oellers' Hotel—Ladies tickets may be obtained of Mrs. Byrne, or of their scholars.
Mr. and Mrs. Byrne having opened their A D M Y at F per Dollar per Month, or Ten Dollars per Quarter, mean to teach every fashionable Dance now in use in the polite circles of Europe—and relying on the attention to their pupils, hope for the generous patronage of a discerning public. Pleas to enquire of Mr. & Mrs. Byrne, the corner of Dock and Second streets, or during the hours of Tuition, at Oellers's Hotel, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, from ten till twelve in the morning for Young Ladies, and in the evenings of the same days from 7 till nine for Gentlemen—To commence on Saturday the 26th January. February 11.
Iron Works, Mills, & Valuable Lands FOR SALE. THE subscriber offers for sale the well known Malbro' Iron Works, situate in Frederick county, State of Virginia, adjacent to which are 3,500 acres of Land which he will also sell with or without the works. The said Mills and Iron Works are situated on Cedar Creek a large and never failing stream which is applied to working the Forge. The Furnace, Merchant, Grist and Saw Mills are worked by the water of the big spring which arises at the distance of about 1-4 of a mile from the Mills and Furnace and is more than sufficient for the aforesaid purposes. The command of water from those two streams is so advantageous and abundant as to admit of the erection of any other branches of manufactory which may be thought eligible. On a part of the lands is an inexhaustible bank of Iron ore, equal, or superior in quality to any on the continent. The Iron Works are at present out of repair but might in a short time and at small expense be put in blast. The Manufacturing Grist and Saw Mills are lately repaired, and are now in complete order for business. The times of sale will be made known and documents authenticating the title to the property with a plot of the lands and certificates of the quality of the ore will be shown on application to Josiah Watson, jun. No. 43 North Third-street, Philadelphia, or the subscriber in Alexandria. JOSIAH WATSON.
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 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 Bladensburg 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 ran 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 Rands 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 Carnan (Lovehall) Cecil county and state of Maryland, eight miles south of Elkton.
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, JOHN MORTON, JOSEPH ANTHONY, } Executors. December 26.
NOTICE, PURSUANT to a Resolve of the Board of Trustees of Washington Academy, in Somerset county, Maryland, authorising WILLIAM POLK, esq. majors SAMUEL WILSON, and WILLIAM JONES. Members of said Board, to procure a principal teacher for said Academy.—NOTICE is hereby given, that a gentleman qualified to teach the Greek and Latin Languages, Geography and the Mathematics, and such other branches of Literature as it is customary to teach in such Schools, will meet with liberal encouragement and it is presumed will be well accommodated in taking charge of this Academy. The building is spacious and will accommodate at least fifty Students. Proposals may be addressed to John Dennis, No. 161 Arch-street, or William Winder, accountant in the Navy department, Walnut street, Philadelphia, or to either of the three gentlemen above mentioned, near Princess Anne, Maryland.
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; 26 acres of excellent bottom and upland watered meadow, and about 25 acres of wood land. The remainder is now under the plough, 10 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 Tennant's House; a large stone Barn and many other useful out building, 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.
To be Let, A Store and Loft, NEAR Market-street Wharf.—Enquire of the Subscriber, GEO. DAVIS, 219 High-street.
IMPORTED In the last arrivals from Bremen, Hamburg and Amsterdam, AND FOR SALE, AT REASONABLE PRICES AND ON A LIBERAL CREDIT, BY PRATT & KINTZING, No. 95, North Water-street.
215 bales & boxes Ticklenburghs, hemp linen and oznabrigs from 1/5 to 3/ per ell
70 do. bleached and brown hessians
40 do. brown rolls suitable for coffee bags
20 do. strong do. do. for cotton do.
30 chests platillas 2 do. sealing-wax
3 do. dowlas 3 packages oil-cloth
30 do. creas la Morlaix 4 do. fail-twine
12 do. etopailles 1 do. watches
15 do. Bielefeld linen 14 pipes Port wine
90 do. patterberrows 92 cases claret
45 do. Britannias 130 do. fine long corked olaret
1 do. Holland canvas 1620 butts fine salt
3 do. Russia sheetings 40 cases of roll brimstone
1 do. ravens duck 200 cases of naval stores
2 do. Russia drillers 50 logs prime mahogany
1 do. brown holland 4 hds. coffee mills
2 do. Silex rotans 6 bundles German steel
1 do. Wahrendorp linen 10 chests of Bates and pencils
1 do. Flemish linen A package of feathers
1 do. cambricks and lawns A do. woolen caps, &c.
1 do. diaper 4 chests of Nuremberg toys
12 do. driers 40 kegs of yellow ochre
18 do. checks 3 hds. Glue
2 do. granos 8 barrels of Lentilles
1 do. Arabia stripe 3 chests of prime red
1 do. bunting for colors 300 Holland wheels
1 packa. Madras handkerchiefs 30 kegs of pearl barley
1 do. Turkey yarn 60 boxes of capers
6 bales empty bags 400 fides of upper and
1 chest hair ribbon 300 boxes window glass
3 boxes tapes, assorted 800 Demijohns
2 do. bobbin, assorted 50 boxes glass tumblers
1 do. fine blue bladders 1 do. fine blue bladders
5 chests men's slippers 2 hds. pumice stone
3 do. bed ticks 1 box of mill faws
3 casts hog's bristles 1 cask of cutlery
6 chests writing paper A quantity of stone wgs and pickling pots
4 do. quilts A few ships anchors, &c. &c.
november 12 tu&f&f
UNITED STATES, Pennsylvania District. BY virtue of an alias writ of venditioni exponas to me directed by the honorable Richard Peters, esq. Judge of the District Court of the United States in and for the Pennsylvania District, will be exposed to public sale at the Merchants' Coffee-house in the City of Philadelphia, on Monday the 4th day of March next at 7 o'clock in the evening—All that certain two-story brick Mesuage, with the lot or piece of ground thereunto belonging, situate on the fourth side of Chesnut-street, between Sixth and Seventh-streets, from the river Delaware, the lot containing in breadth on Chesnut-street one hundred and one feet, and in depth two hundred and thirty-five feet to George-street, with tea house, garden, &c.—Two three-story brick Mesuages nearly finished, and the lots thereunto belonging, situate on the east side of Sixth-street, between Walnut and Spruce-streets; each lot containing in breadth on Sixth-street twenty-two feet, and in depth one hundred and seventy-seven feet; the whole clear of all encumbrances—And also a ground rent of thirteen pounds eight shillings and nine pence, clear of taxes, issuing out of a three-story brick house and lot situate on the east side of Sixth-street aforesaid from the river Delaware, adjoining the last above mentioned houses. Seized and taken in execution as the property of John Swanwick, esq. deceased, and will be sold by
WILLIAM NICHOLS, Marshal.
Marshals Office, Philadelphia, Feb. 21. dtatMar
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 11th of March, at 7 o'clock in the evening, at the City Tavern.
Bird Wilson, William Nichols, John Adlum } Administrators. Feb. 2
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. 139, Market street Philadelphia dec. 4. 1798
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; 26 acres of excellent bottom and upland watered meadow, and about 25 acres of wood land. The remainder is now under the plough, 10 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 Tennant's House; a large stone Barn and many other useful out building, 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.
To be Let, A Store and Loft, NEAR Market-street Wharf.—Enquire of the Subscriber, GEO. DAVIS, 219 High-street.

CITY DANCING ASSEMBLY. THE Subscribers are respectfully informed that the next Assembly will be held on Thursday the 7th of March. Feb. 27 dtymar
Volunteer Grenadiers. THIS Corps is ordered to assemble at the House of Wm. Ogden, in Chestnut-street, at 6 o'clock on Saturday evening next, on business of importance. By command, G. K. HARRISON, Adjutant. Feb. 25.
WELCH SOCIETY. THE members of the Welch Society are requested to attend the annual meeting on the first of March next, at one o'clock, at Ogden's Tavern, No. 86, Chestnut-street, to choose officers for the ensuing year—a dinner will be provided on the table at 3 o'clock precisely. OWEN FOULK, Secretary. Feb. 25 dtymar
IN pursuance of a resolve of the President and Managers of the Delaware and Schuylkill Canal Company. The Stockholders are hereby notified and required to pay ten dollars on each of their respective shares of stock, on or before the first day of March next, to the Treasurer of the Company at their office near the Bank of Pennsylvania. Extract from the minutes, GEORGE WORRALL, Sec'y. WILLIAM GOVETT, Treasurer. Jan. 25. ffra4w.
UNITED STATES, } II. Pennsylvania District. NOTICE is hereby given, that a special district Court of the United States, will be held at the City Hall in the City of Philadelphia in and for the Pennsylvania district, on Friday the 8th day of March next, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon of the same day, for the trial of an information filed by William Rawle, Esq. Attorney of the United States in and for the said district, against the
BRIGANTINE EXPRESS. With her tackle, apparel, and appurtenances and the Cargo on board of her, consisting of 103 Hhds. } SUGAR. 1 Tierce, } 6 Bbls. } 45 Hhds. } COFFEE. 108 Bbls. } 16 half bbls. 2 Tons Logwood. The said Brigantine Express, being a vessel owned by persons resident within the United States, and employed in traffic with a person resident within the jurisdiction of the French Republic, contrary to the form of the act of the Congress of the United States in such case made and provided, and seized therefor, &c.
By order of the Court, DAVID CALDWELL, Clerk of the District Court. Philadelphia, } 19th Feb. 1799. ew128bmar.
REAL ESTATES.
THE SUBSCRIBER, Offers for sale the following described property, — vis. ON HIGH-STR. ?
A LOT of ground on the south side thereof, between 7th and 8th streets, containing in front 32 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—walk-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 32 feet, on Market-street, 306 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 hath 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 102 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 fourth 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 dtw 2awtf
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 gaw1m
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 5th day of May next and paid at any time afterwards, on application to WILLIAM BELL. Philadelphia, 25th Feb. 1799. m.th:May
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 fustian 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 26th 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'Wherts 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 get them again, shall receive the above reward, or fifty dollars for either.
John Nelson, William Bowns. Salisbury, Somerset county } Maryland, February 15, 1799 } dim
Sales of Valuable Property.
On THURSDAY the 28th day of March next, Will be Sold by Public Vendue, At the Middle Ferry, near the Falls of Delaware, THE following
Messuages, Lots, Buildings, Water-works and Plantations,
Situate in the county of Bucks, opposite to the thriving towns of Trenton and Lambert, being part of Morrisville Estate.
1st. THE mansion house lately occupied by Robert Morris, jun. Esq. with acres of land, including an excellent garden, orchard and some wood.
The house is nearly new, consisting of a hall, two passages, two elegant 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 an ice-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 accommodated 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. Trimble 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 bar 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 lands will be reserved for that purpose.
Lots on the road leading from Bristol to the ferry, of 60 acres 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 3-2-5 acres, with a front of 102 feet on the river, and running back to a public road at the distance of
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 Lovett'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 snad fishery on the river Delaware, with 69 acres of excellent land, including an island called Great 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 monies paid in advance.
A survey and plat of the whole estate may be seen by applying to Henry Clymer, Esq. at Morrisville, who will give the necessary information to persons enquiring. March 1. dt28Mar.
CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Suspension of Intercourse with France.
(Continued.)
THURSDAY, January 24.
The house being in committee of the whole on the above bill, and Mr. Spaight's amendment under consideration,
Mr. Livingston was afraid, and it could not be too often repeated, that the committee are losing sight of those great principles which gentlemen have heretofore so warmly espoused, viz. the danger of interfering with the concerns of other governments. It has been said that this detestable plan has been practiced to an extent in Europe, unknown to the ancient or modern world. If this is true, though he was not himself inclined to believe it is a modern doctrine, it certainly ought not to be practiced by nations who make the law of nations their rule of action.
We have complained, said Mr. L. that another government has, by invitation, by words, not by acts, attempted to separate the citizens of this country from its government. If the fact is founded, and could be proved, it ought doubtless to have excited the indignation of all America. Let us, said Mr. L. see what we are about to do. We are about to say by law "that we will give particular advantages in trade, whenever any part of the dependencies of France shall be found to act differently from the whole body of the nation, and, of course, contrary to the will of their government." Are we not about to do this? No man who reads this bill can hesitate to say we are.
But gentlemen say, it is no lure thrown out to the dependencies of France, to say to them "You ought to refrain from committing depredations upon the commerce of the United States." This is a strange argument. The restraining from these acts, for the advantages of our commerce, is the lure. If it is right in the United States to negotiate with a part of the French dominions, in order to induce them to act differently from their government, whether right or wrong, it would be right for a foreign government to negotiate with separate parts of the United States, instead of negotiating with the general government. The right must be reciprocal.
France may, for instance, consider the law authorizing the fitting out of vessels in the United States to cruise against her, as an act of hostility, and very injurious to her. Suppose, then, the government of France were to say to the inhabitants of New-York or Boston, "provided you shall refrain from fitting out any vessels against our trade, we will refrain from capturing your vessels." Would not a conduct of this kind excite a far greater degree of indignity in the American government and people, than any conduct of the French government has yet excited? It certainly would. Yet, where is the difference between this conduct, and that which we are pursuing? He could see none. Will gentlemen say "we are right, and they are wrong; because they are making depredations upon our commerce, and refuse to do us justice?" This will give no answer. Every nation is its own judge, and can always declare themselves right, and their enemy wrong.
But gentlemen say no negotiation is to take place. Will the President, said Mr. L. when he finds privateers no longer fitted out at certain ports, renew intercourse at once with such port, without any assurance that the same conduct will be pursued? Some intercourse must take place before a proclamation can be issued declaring that the practice of privateering has ceased at any place. Here is then a negotiation, and a treaty, not only with a colony, but with any other port or place, which will make application for it; yet we say an interference with foreign governments, cannot be sufficiently detested. We say this, and yet we are about to do the same things, not by words only, but by a solemn legislative proceeding.
Gentlemen say wherever an authority is exercised, it must be supposed to be legal, and referred to the different powers which have been established during the revolution in France. This was reasoning from particular agencies to a general government. In case of a revolution in the government of a nation, he would not enquire how the new government came by its power. It would be sufficient for him that they had it. But with respect to individuals who exercise a subordinate power, they can never be equal to making a national compact. A governor, commandant, or justice of peace, may be negotiated with under this act; and, if this amendment be rejected, we not only say we will negotiate with particular persons, but we expressly declare that we will negotiate with persons not under the government. Gentlemen say that this bill means that persons legally constituted only should be treated with, but they refuse to say so, by admitting an amendment which makes the matter clear. What is the meaning of this? What, but if the general expression is suffered to stand, the President would have it in his power to negotiate with any man who chooses to say he is in power under the authority of France. The inference is clear.
An infraction had been thrown out that gentlemen wished rather to promote the interests of France than of their own country. If any inference of this kind is proper, said Mr. L. the reverse is true. Gentlemen say they do not mean to detach any part of the dependencies of France from the government—and if so, it certainly must be an advantage to France to open a commercial intercourse with such of them as are in distress for provisions—to allow them to receive directly, what they now receive in a circuitous manner. If, therefore, he and his friends wished to serve France, they had only to join gentlemen in this measure; but, instead of this, said Mr. L. we give it our most decided opposition.
The gentleman from S. Carolina (Mr.
Pineckney) yesterday told the committee, that an ungrounded jealousy had taken possession of the minds of some gentlemen, and particularly, said Mr. L. of mine. That a constant distrust was shown with respect to the execution of every executive measure. It may be so. Whether I have reason for this distrust, circumstances may determine. [Mr. Pineckney said he did not mention the executive; he was speaking on the subject of war.] Mr. L. said it amounts to the same thing. A distrust relative to war, must relate to executive measures; for the measures taken in this house relative to war, must be in connection with executive measures. Mr. L. said he had ever considered jealousy, though a fault when carried to excess, a much less fault in governmental proceedings, than blind confidence, and if I, said Mr. L. am to be considered in the light of a jealous man, I must consider the gentleman from S. Carolina, as a blind lover, who cannot see faults where they really exist. Which of the two dispositions may be indulged with the least danger, he left the committee to determine. For his own part, when he saw gentlemen oppose an amendment, which goes to meet what they say is the object of this bill, he could not avoid a jealous fear that something more is meant than meets the ear.
Mr. J. Williams did not intend to have said anything on this subject, as it is principally a commercial concern, of which he knew but little; but he also conceived that the agricultural interest is connected with it. Gentlemen are afraid more is meant by this bill than meets the eye; they are afraid to take a worm or a fly, lest a hook should be concealed in them. Instead of war, he thought this bill calculated to promote peace. It is admitted on all hands, said Mr. W. that Hispaniola cannot support itself. How must they, then get support? Either we must supply them, or they must depend upon neutral islands, or the people must bend their whole force upon our commerce. What, said he, is most prudent to do? He thought the regulation proposed by this bill the best that could be hit upon. But the gentleman from Virginia said we are obliged to send our tobacco through Spain to France, is this, said he, an advantage to the people of this country? It may be presumed, Mr. W. said, that the President will go no farther in this business than the interest of the country requires. This jealousy of the President has a bad effect; because, from a want of confidence in this officer, he will be enabled to do any thing for us. He hoped the amendment would not be agreed to.
It was negatived 49 to 41. Mr. Eggleston hoped, since gentlemen had opposed several amendments which had been offered, with a view of benefiting the commerce of certain parts of the United States, to which they belong, he hoped they would support an amendment which he should propose, out of regard for the commerce of that part of the country to which he belonged. We are, said he, engaged in carrying on a commerce in tobacco to France. This commerce is of no advantage to France, but it is of great advantage to the part of the country where it is raised; and though we do not think it prudent to trust American vessels to carry it to France, from the risk they would run of being plundered and robbed, he hoped this commerce would be suffered to be carried on by foreign neutral vessels. To effect this purpose, he moved to strike out of the first section, the words "hired or employed." This would give an opportunity, to such as choose to accept of it, to employ neutral vessels.
Mr. Dent said this amendment would not be in order until the bill was gone through. The chairman confirmed this opinion. Mr. E. said he would move it at that time. Mr. Spaight said as he had been so unfortunate as to lose one amendment, he would propose another, which would, if agreed to, leave the bill as he wished it to have stood at first. Mr. S. then proposed the amendment, which has already been stated in this paper, striking out about the first half of the section, which was agreed to, 52 votes being for it.
The fifth section came under consideration. It was as follows:
"That it shall be lawful, &c."
Mr. Nicholas moved to strike out this section: He did not know why authority was given to the President to suspend our commercial intercourse, on the terms here stated. It is said, that this intercourse may be suspended with any port or place in which privateers shall be built, or repaired, &c. He supposed that the nations alluded to are under obligation by treaty to permit vessels thus to come in and repair, &c. and because this is allowed, shall the President cut off our commerce with these places? He hoped not; he was not willing to go to any such extremity, and he hoped the committee would not.
Mr. Champlin hoped the section would not be struck out. Great abuses, he said, were committed in the Dutch and Spanish islands in the West Indies. In Currao, said he, our seamen are imprisoned, and vessels commissioned by the French republic are permitted to equip in those ports, and follow our ships immediately upon their getting under way. He did not believe the law of nations would justify the treatment which our seamen there received. Whether or not these abuses could be corrected, he could not tell; but he thought it would be well to give to the President the power of cutting off our intercourse with those islands; which, however it might be necessary to hold over them in terrorem .
Mr. Bayard said, it was clear to him that the gentleman from Virginia, had not considered this subject in its proper light. If the United States have a beneficial trade to any of these islands, it would not be cut off by this bill; because the authority given is discretionary, and it must be exercised for the interest of the United States. And will any gentleman say, that any thing in the law of nations will prevent us from thus protecting our commerce? What have we to do with the treaties of these islands? If they are obliged by treaty to give harbor to
these privateers, it may be a good reason why we ought not declare war against them, but not against our cutting off our intercourse with them. Our right in this respect is unlimited, and the exercising of it could not, therefore give any just ground of complaint. If those who indulge these practices think it more their interest to do so, than to have an open intercourse with us, let them continue to indulge them. If not, they will refrain from them.
Mr. Otis said, he would state the motives which induced the committee to insert this clause in the bill. It was stated to the committee, that ravages and depredations to a great and mischievous extent, are sanctioned by the governors of various ports in the West-Indies, with which the United States are at peace. At Currao, Havanna, Porto Rico, &c. our vessels, captured by French privateers, are taken and sold, and sometimes by vessels uncommissioned. It also appears by documents on the table, that the judges and officers who condemn them are concerned in the vessels who make the captures. This being the state of things, it was thought necessary to introduce a section of this kind; for since the fourth section is agreed to, it is most probable that all the vessels which heretofore failed from St. Domingo, will be driven to these places. It would, therefore be doing the business by halves, were not a section of this kind to be adopted. With respect to the argument that these islands are obliged by treaty to admit French prizes into their ports, there may be a treaty betwixt France and Spain of this kind; but if these prizes are taken from a neutral power, instead of an enemy, and Spain thus becomes leagued with France against us, such a treaty ought not to be binding upon us. He could not believe that Spain had entered into any treaty which would countenance such a practice. We might, said he, as well suppose that France had entered into a treaty with Spain to receive stolen goods, or to make their ports receptacles of pirates. He did not mean to enlarge; because gentlemen seem determined to oppose every principle of this bill, and he believed it would be as well for the friends of the bill to let these gentlemen have their talk to themselves.
Mr. Nicholas said the gentleman from Delaware did not understand him; the gentleman from Massachusetts seems to have understood him, but had not satisfied him. Mr. N. did not mean to deny that we have the right to interdict our commerce with any country we please; but, if prior to our treaty of amity and commerce with Spain, a treaty existed between France and Spain, in which the right was reciprocally allowed to carry prizes into each other's ports, with which we were acquainted at the time, if we, because Spain admits of these prizes, interdict our commerce with any of her possessions, we violate our treaty, and she will be at liberty to say, the treaty shall be no longer binding. This, Mr. N. said, was the objection in his mind to this section, for which he did not think himself deserving of the reproach which he had received. As to the argument that no harm could arise from giving the President this power, it was sufficient to answer, that when power is given it is expected to be exercised, and if this power be likely to run foul upon a treaty, it ought not be given.
Mr. Gallatin believed it impossible to mistake the meaning of this section; it is extremely plain; and the gentleman from Massachusetts is doubtless right in endeavoring to make this a party question, in order to prevent its rejection, because he defied that gentleman from supporting the propriety of the section by argument. He therefore makes an appeal to party, by saying it will be best to leave gentlemen to their own conversation; Mr. G. believed so too, because it would be impossible for the friends of this section to answer the objections brought against it. But the gentleman from Massachusetts complains that every section of this bill is opposed. No part of the bill, said Mr. G. which is similar to the law as it now stands, has been opposed, but only the new principles which have been introduced into it; and could it be expected, that we should sit silently to see a section pass like the present, which authorises the President of the United States to interdict all our intercourse with Spain and Holland, without saying it is wrong? Because this power is to be lodged where the gentleman thinks it is expedient for the United States it ought to be lodged? Are we, said Mr. G. to place an unlimited confidence in the President on the subject of commerce, which the constitution has exclusively placed in our hands? Could it be supposed that members on this floor who represent the western counties of Pennsylvania, Virginia and the states of Kentucky and Tennessee, should be silent when a provision is proposed to the House which might go to prevent those parts of the country from exporting a bushel of wheat, or a barrel of flour? This could not be expected; for his own part, he could scarcely believe his own eyes, when he read this section of the bill.
As to what the gentleman from Rhode-Island had said about the imprisonment of our seamen, this bill has no relation to them. This section says that the President shall have power to suspend our intercourse with all those places in which French privateers shall be built, repaired, &c. It is not known said Mr. G. that Spain and Holland are parties in the present war are parties in the present war against Great Britain, and that therefore their possessions in the West-Indies and elsewhere must receive French privateers and suffer them to be repaired. Indeed they are interested in all their captures of British vessels and property; and if, under pretence of cruising against the British, they bring in American vessels, it cannot be expected that the ports of Spain and Holland can refuse them harbor. It is clear that every part of the possessions of Spain and Holland does and must admit French privateers. Whilst parties in the war they can in no way avoid it; and unless we mean to make every nation in Europe a party in our disputes with France and declare war against them, as joint ene-

mies with France, we ought not to pass a clause like the present.
Is it, asked Mr. G. contrary to the law of nations to suffer the vessels of a belligerent power to be built in a neutral port? Certainly not, for we admit of it ourselves. We are now building vessels for the Dey of Algiers, which are intended to cruise against neutral nations; and how can we, therefore, say it is a breach of the law of nations. In building these vessels, we do not suppose that we have any thing to do with their employment. But the prohibition is still more extraordinary when it is extended to places in which French prizes are permitted to be condemned or sold. So far as relates to condemnation, the gentleman from Massachusetts seems not to understand it. Most neutral nations have admitted of a consular jurisdiction by France with respect to the sale of their prizes, though we have not. They are considered as an inferior court of admiralty, and we have no right to find fault with any nation for admitting of them, though we have not chosen to do so. But as the bill does not only contemplate cases of condemnation, but also those of sale. Did not we, said Mr. G. before the British treaty, suffer the French to bring in and sell their prizes in our ports? It is true, a neutral nation is not obliged to permit the sale of the prizes of belligerent powers; it is a thing that they may do or not, as they find it their interest; we have done it, and we should have thought it very extraordinary, if, on that account, Great Britain should have said, we will prohibit all intercourse with you, because you permit French prizes to be sold in our ports.
What is the ground upon which this business is taken? There is no official document before the house; it is true the gentleman from Massachusetts has read a memorial to show that the judges in Curacoa are corrupt, and have suffered prizes to be sold contrary to the law of nations. But what is the natural course to be taken in such cases? Certainly for our executive to negotiate for a redress of the grievance, and not cut off at one blow our intercourse, without waiting for any representation on the subject. The same ground of complaint, Mr. G. said, has existed in some of the British West-India islands. Have gentlemen forgot what was done at Cape Nicholas Mole? And did we think it right at that time to suspend our commercial intercourse with the British? No, the first step was to negotiate with the British government.
A provision like the present is extremely novel. It proposes to place an unlimited power in the hands of the President as to the interdiction of our commerce. The gentleman from Rhode Island says we have nothing to fear from this. If so, said Mr. G. Congress might as well pass a law for the President to do whatever he thinks proper with respect to our commerce. But if it was meant to preserve peace with all other nations, except France, we ought not to act thus; for we are not authorized by the law of nations in a conduct of this kind.
Again, with respect to Holland, we have declared by a treaty with that country, that they shall be entitled to the same privileges which we grant to the most favoured nation. We cannot, therefore, without violating that treaty, prevent vessels from Curacoa, or any other Dutch possession, from coming into our ports.
Mr. G. wished, however, the gentleman from Virginia had postponed his motion, until the amendments proposed to be made to this section had been adopted, or rejected; as he supposed it would be necessary to retain the latter part of the section.
The question on striking out was put and negatived 48 to 34.
Mr. S. Smith then moved to strike out the whole of the proviso of the section. The motion was carried 45 to 31.
Mr. Gallatin then moved to strike out the remainder of the section. He had voted against the motion of the gentleman from Virginia, because he thought the proviso necessary; but, as that had been struck out, he hoped the remainder would follow it.
On motion of Mr. Gordon, the committee rose and had leave to sit again.
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Late Foreign Articles VIA NORFOLK.
LONDON, December 11. One of the most recent numbers of the Genoa Gazette states, that on the 5th ult. a courier left Florence with dispatches, containing the ultimatum of the Grand Duke relative to the demands of the Directory, said to be rejected by that prince.
The Batavian legislature has passed a resolution to sequestre the property of all those who left Holland since the first of Jan. 1795, and have not since returned.
The Russians invest the south-west part of Corfu; the Turks the north-east.
General Mounier has declared Ancona to be in a state of siege. Some English frigates are cruising off Civita Vecchia, and others off Genoa.
A small English flotilla is stated to have arrived in the West Scheldt, with arms, &c. for the insurgent Brabanters.
At Strasburg, and in the department of the Lower Rhine, all the Jews of the first requisition, are obliged to march.
The Grand Signior is said to have offered troops to the king of Naples, in case of need. The queen of Naples is dangerously ill.
We learn by a letter from Basle of the 21st ult. that the king of Spain has acknowledged the Helvetic republic.
The Spaniards have shut the ports on the Teria Firma against all other nations.
Letters from Frankfort of the 27th ult. advise, that Ehrenbreitstein is reduced to the utmost distress, as very few chimneys are left to smoke, and the inhabitants of the valley wholly subsist on roots and herbs.
The emperor of Russia is said to have destined an army of 120,000 men to act against France.
Extract of a letter from Jersey, dated December 4.
"The Phoenix privateer, captain Hamon, is returned from an 18 days cruise, having on the 25th ult. taken 8 Spanish coasters off the mouth of St. Sebastian's harbour, laden with salt, naval stores, and other goods. One of the vessels was bound to Ferrol, and has 60 tons weight of anchors fit for 74 gun ships. The Spanish prisoners say, that the French in Spain are taking away all their effects, and that a war between these two nations is looked upon as certain."
Lord Keith on the 6th inst. failed in the Foudroyant of 80 guns, from Plymouth, to join the fleet off Cadiz, where he will be next in command to Lord St. Vincent.
Lord Camelford takes, in the Charon, a vast quantity of cannon and military stores, to the Grand Signior.
The subscription at Lloyd's, for the relief of the relatives of the gallant fellows who fell in the battle of the Nile, amounts to 23449l. 5s. 5d.
NAVAL INTELLIGENCE.
Loss of the Coquille frigate, by fire. Extract of a letter from Plymouth, December 14.
"At half past four o'clock, P. M. yesterday, La Coquille frigate, of 44 guns (one of those captured by Sir J. B. Warren's squadron on the 12th October, off the coast of Ireland) at anchor in Hamoaze, caught fire, and burnt with such incredible fury, that in the course of four hours the ship was entirely consumed, except a very small part of her bottom. All the boats of the fleet attended, and their crews attempted to scuttle her, but the fire raged so violently, that they were forced to abandon her, after saving as many of the people as they could discover on board; and from the apparent impossibility of the fire being extinguished, it was prudent to cut her cables, and the boats towed her on shore at flood-tide on West Mud, at the entrance of Milbrook Lake, without any other accident happening than the destruction of the Endeavor brig, belonging to Scarborough, laden with coals. This vessel being aground on the mud, immediately leeward of La Coquille, and the wind blowing a strong gale at east, she ran her aftward, whereby the fire instantly communicated to her rigging, and she was burnt, together with her cargo."
"This unfortunate accident is said to have been occasioned by some midshipmen letting off rockets in the gun room, the sparks of which communicated to some loose cartridges and thence to some barrels of gun powder which were in the after part of the ship, and are supposed to have been concealed there. The explosion was so violent that it forced the Mizzen-mast of the ship entirely out, and carried it upwards of an hundred yards in the air, and soon afterwards the stern and quarter deck were in one entire blaze; at 7 P.M. the fore and main masts fell over the side with a dreadful crash; all her stores had been previously taken out, and nothing but her lower masts were standing at the time of the accident."
"From the returns this morning, it appears that the unfortunate sufferers on this occasion are Messrs. Drury, Bates, and Evanson, midshipmen, the former a nephew to captain O'Brien Drury, of the Powerful; the latter, a son to the Collector of Cork; about twenty seamen and mariners were saved, and about twenty others were on shore on leave."
"Two seamen and a woman were brought to the hospital extremely bruised and cut, and one seaman with his skull fractured; it is also stated that John Jellico, an officer of the customs, has perished in the ship, as no accounts have been obtained concerning him since the accident happened."
"A woman jumped overboard, and was saved by the Naiads boats, and the arm of a man was seen thrust through one of the scuttles on the gun deck, waving for assistance, at which time shrieks were heard; but the flames raged with such fury that no aid could be afforded to the unfortunate sufferer."
"When the ship was completely on fire, the light, owing to the darkness of the night, was grand, awful, and terrific, and the sea, for a great distance round, appeared as it was one solid sheet of fire."
Another letter states as follows:—
"The accident is variously accounted for—that it happened by means of gunpowder, amounts to a certainty, and that gunpowder must have been concealed for some improper purpose, as the agents to the captors of ships of war, always obtain permission to land their own powder at the magazine, immediately on their arrival, to prevent accidents, which otherwise might frequently happen if the article was left to the depredations of the crew and others."
"Mr. Dashwood, the first lieutenant of the Magnanime, who had the command of La Coquille, and who experienced so many dangers and difficulties in bringing her into port, was on shore at the time the accident happened to that ship, dangerously ill at sick quarters, having a short time before broke his leg in a shocking manner."
Surrender of the island of Minorca.
December 24.
Capt. Gifford Aide-de-camp to gen. Stuart, arrived in town yesterday, with the account of the Surrender of the island of Minorca to the British troops, without the loss of a man on our part.
The troops destined for the expedition disembarked at Adaya Bay, on the 12th of last month, they were opposed, upon their landing, by a considerable body of the force upon the island, but which retreated after a short cannonade from the British troops.
The force was then divided; one part under the command of gen. Stuart, marching towards Fort Mahon; and the other under the command of Sir Clair Erskine, towards Citadella. At the other extremity of the island. Both these Forces capitulated on the 14th, and the Spanish and Swiss troops were made prisoners of war. The inhabitants congratulated gen. Stuart on his success, and seemed to be very glad to be again under their old Masters.
The troops commanded by Gen. Stuart amounted to about 3000 men; the Spanish troops who were made prisoners to 4000. This event gives us the harbour of Mahon, one of the best in the Mediterranean.
The Peterell sloop, which was first despatched with the intelligence, and which was taken by the Spaniards, was retaken by one of the frigates under Commodore Duckworth before she reached the Spanish coast.
The Park and Tower guns were fired in the afternoon of yesterday, on the receipt of the above intelligence, and a Gazette Extraordinary will be published this day.
The Echo of the 19th contains the following article relative to the conclusion of peace between the French Republic on the one hand, and the German Empire on the other.
RASTADT, 21 Frimaire, (Dec. 11.)
"We invite the General Chateanneuf Randon to forward the inclosed to the Minister for foreign affairs by the Military Telegraph."
"The Ultimatum remitted on the 16th (Dec. 5.) by the French Legation, was received on the 19th (Dec. 9.) by the Deputation of the Empire. The Conclusion to which the Imperial Commissary adhered, has been officially transmitted to the French ministers."
On the proceeding day, Dec. 10, the deputation for the pacification of the Empire presented a long note to the Imperial Plenipotentiary, at Rastadt, in which it states, that the French Ministers having demanded a categorical answer to their notes of the 11th, 13th, and 23rd of November, and 6th of December, which contain their ultimatum, the deputation of the Empire agrees to the conditions proposed.—Such articles as require farther elucidation are to be regulated when the particular articles of the treaty shall be drawn up.
On the same day (Dec. 10.) the French ministers officially notified to the deputation of the empire, that the war which had again broken out in Italy should have no influence in impeding the negotiation at Rastadt.
From the interval of all intelligence between the 8 and 19th of Dec. the chain of connection of facts must be evidently broken. Accordingly we find no notice of the Entry of the Neapolitan troops into Rome, under the orders of Gen. Mack, which must have taken place, as it is stated, that on the 5th inst. the same troops, to the number of 40,000 men, were defeated at Civita Castellana by 4000 French under the command of gen. Macdonald! It seems by no means improbable, that the Neapolitans may have received some check; but when the French force is stated to have consisted of 4000 men, and the Neapolitans of 40,000, 4000 thousand of whom were made prisoners by 4000 French, it is evidently so exaggerated as to throw a doubt upon the whole account. Civita Castellana is exactly 25 English miles on this side of Rome, and consequently if the reported action has taken place, the Neapolitans have advanced so far beyond that city, intending, as it would appear, to take possession of the strong pass of Redicovani, which protects the Roman frontier on the side of Tuscany.
On the other hand, we have the pleasure to find that our naval enterprises continue to exhibit a career of victory unexampled in the annals of history. By a letter from Leghorn dated the 30th of November, we learn that that city has been taken by a detachment of English and Portuguese ships, having Neapolitan troops on board. The following is a copy of the notification sent to the Directory on this subject:
CAPTURE OF LEGHORN.
Extract from a notification drawn up by the commander of the garrison of Leghorn, in consequence of a summons sent on shore by the commander of the English and Portuguese fleet.
"The illustrious Jacob Lavillette, Major-general of the troops of Ferdinand III.
Grand Duke of Tuscany, notifies and makes known, that there appeared in the road of Leghorn a squadron composed of English and Portuguese ships of war, having on board a considerable number of troops for landing, belonging to his Sicilian Majesty, the commander of which required of the governor of Leghorn to permit their landing; menacing at the same time, in case of a refusal, to effect it by force. The General Major commandant of the place, the civil authorities, and a deputation of the house of Commerce assembled to deliberate on the summons of the commander of the said Squadron, and being sensible of the superiority of their forces, the smallness of the garrison, and the impossibility of defending the port, resolved immediately to allow the said troops to disembark, under the express condition of respecting the neutrality of the port of Tuscany."
Admiral Nelson has declared all the ports of the Ligurian Republic to be in a state of blockade; and that all Ligurian vessels taken by the ships of the coalesced Powers shall be deemed good and lawful prizes.
The Genoese are suffering very severely by the pillage of the French by land. On the 1st inst. citizen Faypoul, the French Minister at Genoa, laid the city under a contribution of 800,000 livres, for the use of the French army.
A Council of all the Cabinet Ministers was on Saturday held at Lord Grenville's Office; the meeting, which it is said related to the important intelligence of the Neapolitans troops having entered Rome, lasted from half past 12 till 3 o'clock.
According to the last report from France the Neapolitans are already in possession of Rome. Though better evidence of this event is wanting, it does not by any means surpass belief. The distance from the frontier to the old capital of the world is not much more than 40 English miles; Valerius is the only place of any strength on the way; and the country, particularly about Rome, opposes no great obstacles to an invader. The Neapolitan army might also expect its march to be facilitated by the assistance of the Insurgents in the department of Circeo, who lately shed their blood so freely, while endeavouring to prove religious fervour a match for Republican enthusiasm.
The Dublin Mails of the 18th and 19th inst. came to hand yesterday.—The subject of the proposed union seems entirely to engross the attention of the people of that country.—The merchants and bankers of the Metropolis, and several other respectable bodies, following the example of the corporation, and gentlemen of the bar, have entered into resolutions highly approving of the plan.
Rear-Admiral Fazely is, we understand, to be appointed to command on the American station, in the room of Vice-Admiral Vandeput.
It is now supposed that the report which we have had for some days of the total reduction of Malta, is premature, as the difficulties relating to the event, if it had taken place, were expected to have been received by the Latona frigate.—It is supposed that the report arose from the Goza of Malta having been taken; but of a speedy reduction of the whole force, scarcely a doubt is entertained.
NORFOLK, February 21.
Yesterday arrived here the brig Zephyr captain Chamberlayne, 19 days from Martinique, and 14 days from St. Kitt's Sailed under convoy of the U. S. ship George Washington as far as St. Croix. From capt. Chamberlayne we learn that about three weeks ago the Constitution frigate gave chase to the French frigate Insurgente, bound to France with Victor Hugues on board; a squall coming on, sprung the foremast, fore top mast, and jib-boom of the Constitution, and they gave up the chase. After the squall, capt. Nicholson fell in with an English ship from Liverpool that had been taken by the Insurgente, and after detaining her 12 hours, suffered her to proceed for Guadalupe. The Constitution put into Martinique to refit, from whence she sailed the 3d inst. on a cruise.
Feb. 4th, Guadalupe bearing S. E. distant 8 leagues, spoke the Momeuma sloop of war on a cruise. Same day was boarded by the Co.ord English frigate, from an officer of whom he learnt that they had chased two privateers into Bastard the day before; also that four of the West India outward fleet had been captured and sent into Guadalupe.
The January packet arrived at Martinique on the 22th ult. after a passage of 25 days.
The brig Sally, Lambert, 55 days from Boston arrived at Martinique on the 27th ult. with the loss of both masts, and otherwise much wrecked.
The ship Dolphin, Wallace, 22 days from Boston, arrived there on the 29th.
Same day arrived in town Captains Croel Arnold, and Galaway, from the dungeons of Guadalupe, where they experienced the most wretched treatment. On their landing in that Island they were conducted to prison under a guard of black soldiers, and confined with their crews without any distinction as to rank or colour. Their allowance in prison for each 2 hours was two ounces of pork, bone included, (a sample of which may be seen at the Printing office) and ten ounces of bread; sufficient they say, "for John Adams' jack ass."
FOR SALE,
BY THE SUBSCRIBER, On Willings and Francis's Wharf, 200 Gin Cases, Also, a few bales of Bengal Goods. Feb. 28. G. WILLING. 312w.
The Gazette.
PHILADELPHIA,
FRIDAY EVENING, MARCH 1.
The committee of the Senate to whom the message of the President, nominating Mr. Murray, had been referred, having declined reporting, in consequence of the further nomination of the Chief Justice and Mr. Henry, Mr. Mason, of blabbing memory , had the assurance to ask one of the members of the committee what report they had agreed on, most modestly telling the member that he wished to know merely for his own gratification, and it should remain a secret with him—a secret with you Mr. Mason! excuse me, I cannot trust you,—was the reply.
A London paper of December 22, says— "The King of Prussia has informed the Senate of Hamburg, he cannot consider Napoleon Tandy a citizen of France, as he had not been a resident seven years."
Extract of a letter from on board the Delaware, dated off the Havana, Jan. 29.
"The state of the market here is as follows, sugars 9 and 11 dollars scarce. The port full of American vessels—an embargo existing, and an uncertainty when it will be taken off—dry goods a glut, and in fact every species of American produce unsaleable. One hundred and fifty Americans in port, and others daily arriving. There are several French privateers out, one of which captured a brig off the Metanzas, some days ago; she was from Charleston, and called the Mercury or Minerva."
February 11.
The Governor Jay and General Greene, of 12 four-pounders each, joined us a few days since: they are to remain under capt. Decatur's command.
Capture of the Pigion by two French frigates.
Letters from L'Orient, of the 9th Dec. via Lisbon, state, that the Pigion, capt. Green, of this port, on the 12th of Nov. last, 7 days out of the Capes of the Delaware, on her voyage to Canton, was taken by two French frigates from the West-Indies bound to France. They took out the captain, Mr. Wharton, the supercargo, and 12 men, together with all the specie on board, which amounted to 200,000 dollars; leaving Mr. Waddle, the other supercargo, the surgeon, and the rest of the crew on board, with a prize-master and sufficient hands to work her to France. The Pigion had not arrived at the above date.—The frigates, having the money on board, had.
COMMUNICATION.
It must afford real pleasure to the friends of good order and independence, to learn, that very considerable sums were subscribed to the Loan yesterday by the Farmers of those counties said to be unfriendly to government—a proof that they will not only support the independence of their country with their lives, but with their fortunes, and that they will give
"Millions for defence, tho' not a cent for tribute."
Bags of gold and silver were carried to the Bank of the United States, which appeared to have been hid in darkness ever since the revolution. The Germans and old Irish were noticed to be numerous at this time of "trying men's souls" by their purses; such patriotism deserves the reward which awaits it—freedom to their country and benefit to the individuals. The scrip of 12-1-2 dollars on each share of 100, is already selling at 13-3-4 dollars, and is expected to be 25 dollars in a few days, so many have been disappointed who must now purchase at a premium; indeed if bought at 37 1-2 dollars, which is 200 per cent. advance upon the sum paid at subscribing, it will still give the stockholder more than 6 per cent. interest for his money.
On the 17th of Feb. departed this life, Mrs. MARTHA CONOVER, of this city, wife of Doct. Conover, and daughter of William Lewis, Esq.
Of this amiable lady it may with truth be said, that she was an instructive companion, a kind and benevolent neighbour, an affectionate wife, and an endearing mother. During a tedious and severe illness, she displayed uncommon fortitude, and when the awful summons arrived, evinced an equal degree of resignation.
FOR SALE,
50,000 Acres of LAND, LYING in the county of Ruffell, state of Virginia, bounded on the east by the river Clinch, on the south by the river Gueff, and on 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 like-wise 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 patents are full and ample testimony. Great accommodation will be made respecting payment, and every necessary information may be had, by applying to
F. & A. TUBBUE. Peterburg, Feb. 22. 22w3m
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 77 feet front by 150 feet back—For further particulars enquire of THOMAS T. SPROGELL. George Town. Feb. 25. 22w3w

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 for use, Catalonia White Wine in pipes, Hazelnuts in sacks Calif. Soap Old Arrack—in casks and cases of 3 dozen each. Feb. 19. 1c0d6w
IMPORTED, By late arrivals from HAMBURG, 98 wide Brown Russia Sheeting generally German 6-4 wide Dowlaies } entitled to Brown Silesias } foreign ex- Bregtagues } port draw- Tickenburgs } back. FOR SALE BY GEORGE PENNOCK. Feb. 19. d6t
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. Lau- moy. Apply to J. LAUMOY. * Possession will be given on the first of April. February 19th, 1799. 3tawtf
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 24lbs each. Willings & Francis. Penn-street, } February 19. } w&f
CHINA GOODS. Now delivering from the ship New-Jersey, from Canton, FOR SALE, At the Stores of the Subscribers, CONSISTING OF BOHEA } TEAS. Hyson skin Young hyson Hyson and Imperial White nankeens Latelings, colored and black Senhawes do. do. Handkerchiefs do. do. 4-4 Sewing filk do. do. Black hair ribbon Black fatins Callia in small bales China ware in dining and tea sets On Hand, 50 trunks and cases dimities, muslins, ginghams, mouselins and pulicat handkerchiefs, in small pack- ages, for the West-India market. 2 trunks of printed calicoes, assorted for the West-India market. 1 bale of woolen cloths, low priced. Sail canvas by the bale or piece, No. 1 to 8. Copper in sheets 24 by 48 and 48 by 60 inches Rolled copper bottoms in tubs. A small invoice of queens ware assorted. English wrought nails in casks. Sheathing paper. New-Orleans indigo Paints of different colors, dry in casks. Old Madeira wine for use. NICKLIN & GRIFFITH. Feb. 17. m.w.f.r.f.
Just Imported, Iron cannon, double burred, Woolwich proof, with their carriages complete—3, 4, 6 and 9 pounders. Carronades, Woolwich proof, with carriages, &c. complete—12, 18 and 24 pounders. Cannon powder in kegs of 25lbs. each. Round, double headed, and canister shot Parent 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 Gunnies flutes of all kinds Tin-pieces No 1—1-3 crofs boxes Patent shot in casks of 5cwt. each London portier and brown flint, in casks of 7 doz. bottled. Earthen ware in crates, assorted For Sale by SIMON WALKER, Pine near 5th street. Octob. 20. co.iff
THE PARTNERSHIP OF John & James Poulton, BEING dissolved by mutual consent, all persons indebted to them are requested to make im- mediate payment to either of the subscribers; and those having demands to present their accounts for settlement. JOHN POULTON, JAMES POULTON, w&f
JOHN MILLER, junr. HAS REMOVED FROM NO. 8, CHESTNUT, To the Five Story Buildings, in Dock, near Third-street. WHERE HE HAS FOR SALE, 300 Bales of Bengal Goods; CONSISTING OF COSSAS Baltas Mamodies Humhums Taffetas Striped Doreas Calicoes Handkerchiefs, &c. &c. Also, a large assortment of Madras Handkerchiefs, of various descriptions. January 1. 1awtf
Notice is hereby Given, THAT application will be made at the Bank of the United States for the renewal of the following certificates of Bank Stock, standing in the name of Hodgson Atkinson of London, which were lost from on board the Swallow Pack- et, capt. Kidd, captured by the French, and all persons concerned are desired to take notice. No. 2474, issued in lieu of No. 1891, 1802, 5662 and 16640, for 4 shares. No. 3020, issued in lieu of 11055, and 11057, for 3 shares. THOMAS MEUEN & Co. nov. 28. d3m
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 subscrip- tions 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 Walm will receive from the North side of Spruce to the South side of Walnut-street. Edward Tiltman will receive from the North side of Walnut to the South side of Chestnut-street. John Infkepp, and } will receive from the North side of Jonathan Robinson, } Chestnut to the South side of Market-street. Stephen Girard, and } will receive from the North side of Jacob Shoemaker, } Market to the South side of Arch-street. Thomas Haffin will receive from the North side of Arch to the South side of Race-street. Levi Jacob will receive from the North side of Race to the South side of Vine-street. Joseph Grubb, } will attend at the office of Jared Jared Ingals } Ingals, opposite the State House, with the book hitherto kept at the City Hall. By order of the board, JACOB SHOEMAKER, sec'ty. ad no 18th $
A Farm for Sale. WILL be sold, in pursuance of an order of Orphans Court of Delaware county, on Monday the 23th February next, at the house of W. Anderson, in the Borough of Chester, at one o'clock, P. M. THE PLANTATION, Late the property of Raper Hoskins, deceased, situate in the said Borough, containing about 220 acres, of which between 43 and 50 acres are excellent upland and marsh meadow; about 40 acres of woodland; the remainder is arable land, of a good quality—The whole has been used for many years as a grazing farm and is un- der an almost new cedar fence; there are on the farm a good two story stone dwelling house and kitchen in good repair; the dwelling house has four rooms on a floor, with a convenient entry; there is a good kitchen garden, two good apple orchards, one containing about six acres young and healthy; a good tenant's house, barn, stables and chair house. The banks are in good repair, and walled in front with stone. Also at the same time and place will be sold 15 acres of marsh meadow, in the neighbour- hood of the farm, under good bank, and in high cultivation. Any person desirous of view- ing the premises, will be shown them by ap- plying in Chester to ELEANOR HOSKINS, Admin'x. January 18, 1799. Who desires all those indebted to the late R. Hoskins, to make immediate payment, and those who have demands against his estate, to present them to her for settlement. 133wtdf
ALL PERSONS, INDEBTED to the Estate of ABRAHAM DICKS, Esq. late Sheriff of the County of Delaware, are requested to make immediate pay- ment, and all those who have demands against said Estate to authenticate and present them for settlement. Also, all those who have deposited writings with said deceased to apply for them to WILLIAM PENNOCK, Adm'r. Springfield, Delaware county, 1st mo. 8th, 1799. 1awtf
The Subscriber offers for Sale, THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY. An Excellent three story Brick House, situ- ate at the corner of 7th and Race-streets;— the house is about 25 feet front and well finish- ed in every respect; the Lot is 76 feet front on Race-street and 88 feet deep; the situation remark- ably airy, having a public square open in front of it. Two three story Brick Houses, Brick Streets, and good Wharf, situate in Water-street, be- tween 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 fourth 13 feet 6 inches, so that the front on the water is sixty seven feet six inches, this lot adjoins John Steinmetz efs. on the fourth, and has the advantage of a public alley on the north, and is a very de- sirable situation for the business of a Flour Factor, or Merchant. A large elegant two story Stone House, situ- ate on the Point no Point road, being the first house to the Northward of the five mile stone; this house is about 60 feet front and 40 feet deep finished in a neat manner; there is a good gar- den 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, Philadel- phia 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 fur- ther description is deemed unnecessary as no person will purchase without viewing the pre- mises. A small plantation in Horsham Township, Montgomery county, nineteen miles from Phila- delphia, adjoining to Grange 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 occup- ied as a tavern, and is suitable for any kind of public business, the land is good in quality, a good neighborhood, and a remarkably healthy situation: there is fifty acres of land and me- adow 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. th&f
Advertisement. THE Creditors of WILLIAM PURNELL, (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 proportionate 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. d8Mar
Removal. THOMAS CLAYTON, Hatter, HAS removed to No. 126, South Front Street, where he is now 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 per 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
English wrought Nails. Imported in the ships Molly and Diana, from LIVERPOOL. 400 Casks of Nails, CONSISTING of 21, 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, flat points suitable for the Southern market—6d, 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, fine drawn sharps—also 1, 3, 4, and 6 clouts—sprigs— tucks—feupper 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 intro- duce 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 instant, and will be con- tinued from day to day, until the Loan is com- pleted, where the commissioners will attend from 10 o'clock in the morning until one, to re- ceive subscriptions. By order of the Board, Jacob Shoemaker, sec'ty. ad mo. 12.
NOTICE. N. B. Ten dollars to be paid on each share at the time of Subscribing. 30 dollars at the expiration of two months } From the time 30 ditto, ditto, 4 months } of 30 ditto, ditto, 6 months } subscribing NOTICE. Is given to all those indebted to the firms of Jackson & Evans, John B. Evans, & Co. Evans & Bullock, Whitson, Evans & Co. and John B. Evans. THAT the Subscriber is fully authorized to ad- just and settle the affairs of those concerns; and that suits will be indistinctly commenced on all accounts that remain unpaid on the 20th day of March next. John B. Evans, No. 119, South Third-street. Feb. 2. cnd6w
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 quan- tity may be obtained from 100 acres to 10,000 —and good mechanics and laborers may have land offered for their work. The situation is healthy and the soil good;— the present settlers are sober, industrious and well informed. A seminary of learning, pub- lic 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 Phila- delphia 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. Feb. 13. 2aw6w
Attention, Cavalry. Centlemen of the city and liberties of Phila- delphia, 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, Jno. R. Taylor, James Hamilton, Owen Poulk and James Simmons, will attend at Wm. Ogden's tavern, Chestnut-street, every monday evening, 6 o'clock for the purpose of receiving applica- tions. JAMES SIMMONS, Sec'ty. Feb. 6.
Canal Lottery, No. II. COMMENCED drawing the 7th instant— There are only about 7000 tickets to draw and the Wheel upwards of 20,000 dollars richer than at the beginning—Tickets, Ten Dollars each, to be had at Wm. BLACKBURN's Lot- tery and Brokers Office, No. 64, South Second Street,—Where Check Books are kept for reg- istering and examination in this, the City of Washington Lotteries, &c. &c.—Tickets, from the Rate of the Wheel and the few that are now for sale, will rise in future after every days drawing; and that the public in general may have an opportunity of becoming purchas- ers, the drawing is postponed till Saturday, the 20th inst., when it will continue until finished. Jan. 19. 2aw Note—The business of a Broker duly attend- ed to, in all its branches.
At a Court of Common Pleas held a Union Town the 4th day of Decem- ber, in the year of our Lord 1798, before the hon. Alexander Addson, Esq., President, and his associates Judges of the same Court, ON the petition of Jeremiah Cook, an insolvent debtor, confined in the jail of Fayette county, praying the benefit of the laws for the relief of insol- vent debtors, the Court appoint the first day of next Court to hear the petitioner and his creditors, and or- der that he give notice thereof for one week in Fen- no's daily paper ending three weeks before the day of hearing, and also for three successive weeks in the Fay- ette Gazette, the last of which to be two weeks pre- vious to the hearing. By the Court, EPHRAIM DOUGLASS, prothonotary. Feb. 16.
THE Book for Subscriptions to the Company for erecting a permanent Bridge over the ri- ver Schuylkill, at or near the City of Philadel- phia, continues open at the house of the Treasurer of said Company, No. 13, Church Alley. January 8, 1799. cod6w
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 winter. Feb. 12. d5t at. co. ff.
ALL Persons having any De- mands 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, } Executrix JOHN CRAIG, } No. 12, Dock-street. Jan. 12. 3awtf
A Farmer Wanted. WANTED a married Man capable of man- aging 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 so- briety, 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, continual, about half a mile above the city—it is in a good state of cul- tivation, 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
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 adjust- ment and liquidation; and those who are indebted to the said estate are requested to make payment to the Rev. JOSEPH TURNER, no. 364, South Second street, or to THOMAS RYERSON, No. 177, Market-street, Attorney in fact for Mrs. Ann Keppel. Feb. 14. 3aw4w
N. B.—To be let, a good House, with convenient Stores, &c. in a most eligible situa- tion for business in the Dry Good line, or other- wise. In this house there were no inhabitants dur- ing 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. Keppel, consisting of from three to four hundred volumes of valuable Books written by the most respectable authors on their respective sub- jects—These are to be seen at the house of the said Mr. Turner, and to whom application for them must be made. Feb. 14. 3aw4w
White Platillas. A few boxes of White Platillas, Just arrived and for sale by the subscriber, GIDEON H. WELLS. No. 135, Market-street. Feb. 21. 3aw4w
FOR SALE, In the healthy and pleasant village of BORDENTON. A HANDSOME, well finished, and com- venient two story Frame House, and late- ly 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 same 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, car- riage 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. Imley, esq. now in Philadelphia, or to the subscriber now on the premises. MART VANEMBURGH, Bordentown. Feb. 12. executor. d6w
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, Kerseymeres, a few printed Cottons, Printed handkerchiefs and shawls 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.
ALL PERSONS Indebted to the Estate of Mr. JOHN PENNO, late of Philadelphia, deceased, are desired to make pay- ment, and those having any demands, to present them for settlement, to SAMUEL BLODGET, Adm'r. or JOHN WARD PENNO, Agent to the administration. Nov. 30. 8am
PUBLIC NOTICE IS hereby given, that application will be made to the Directors of the Bank of Pennsylv- ania for the renewal of a Certificate for a share in the said Bank, No. 1282, dated July 24th 1797, standing in the name of JOSEPH REED, the same having been accidentally lost or de- stroyed. Philad. Jan. 25. d6w
Stray Horse. WAS taken up, trespassing on the subscriber, in the township of Pottynuk, in the county of Philadelphia, a grey Horse, about fourteen hands high, thirteen or fourteen years old, blind of his right eye, and shod before. Whoever has lost him, by proving property and paying charges, may him again on applying to the subscriber. JOHN SINK, On the Banks of Schuylkill. Jan. 19. 4
This Day is Published, AND FOR SALE BY J. PENNO, 119, CHESTNUT-STREET AN ADDRESS To the People of Maryland, ON the origin, progress and present state of French aggression, with a sketch of the infamous attempts to degrade the Government of the United States, and some reflections on the late proceedings in Congress; written the last of April in the pre- sent year, by a Member of the House of Represen- tatives. June 11. $
WHEREAS, BY an Act of Congress passed the sixteenth day of July in the year of our Lord one thou- sand seven hundred and ninety eight, the Presi- dent of the United States is authorised to borrow on behalf of the United States from the Bank of the United States, or from any other body or bodies politic or corporate, or from any person or persons, and upon such terms and conditions as he shall judge most advan- tageous for the United States, a sum not exceeding five millions of dollars, to however, that no contract or engagement be made which shall preclude the United States from reimburs- ing any loan or sums borrowed at any time after the expiration of fifteen years from the date of such loan. And whereas, it is declared by the said Act, that so much as may be necessary of the surplus of the duties on imports and ton- nage beyond the permanent appropriations here- tofore recharged upon them by law, shall be pledge- d and appropriated for paying the interest, and also for paying and discharging the principal sum or sums of all the monies which may be borrowed, according to the term or terms which may be fixed, pursuant to the authority afore- said—And whereas by the said Act, the faith of the United States is pledged to establish sufficient permanent Revenues for making up any deficien- cy that may hereafter appear in the provisions before-mentioned for paying the interest and principal sums, or either of them, of any mon- ies which may be borrowed pursuant to the said Act. And whereas the President of the United States did by an Act or Commission under his hand dated the ninth day of January in the year one thousand seven hundred and ninety nine, au- thorise and empower, the Secretary of the Treas- ury, to borrow on behalf of the United States, any sum not exceeding in the whole, five mil- lions of dollars and to make such contract or contracts as should be necessary, and for the in- terest of the United States, in pursuance of the Act of Congress above recited.
Now therefore, the undersigned, Secretary of the Treasury, in pursuance of the Act of Congress, and the authority from the President of the United States, above mentioned, doth hereby on behalf of the United States of Amer- ica, contract and engage in manner following, to wit.
1st. A book for receiving subscriptions to a Loan of five millions of dollars for the use of the United States shall be opened in the city of Philadelphia, at the Bank of the United States on Thursday the twenty eighth day of February ensuing, which book shall continue open for the purpose of receiving subscriptions, until the whole of the said five millions of dollars shall be subscribed. If more than five millions of dollars shall be subscribed, on the first day of opening the said loan, the surplus shall be de- ducted in proportion to the sums subscribed by individuals, exceeding four thousand dollars.
2d. For every hundred dollars which may be subscribed there shall be forthwith deposited and paid the sum of twelve dollars and fifty cents, and like payments of twelve dollars and fifty cents, shall be made within the first ten days of the months of April, May, June, July, August September and October ensuing. The Secretary of the Treasury however reserves the right of reducing the number of installments by spe- cial agreement, with the individuals who may become subscribers.
3d. On the failure of payment of any install- ment of the sums subscribed according to the tenor of the second article, the next preceding installment of twelve dollars and fifty cents, which shall have been paid, for every hundred dollars subscribed shall be forfeited to the Unit- ed States.
4th. The sums subscribed shall and may be paid to the credit of the United States, at the Bank of the United States, or at the offices of discount and deposit of the said Bank at Boston, New-York, Baltimore, or Charleston, or at ei- ther of the Banks of Salem, in Massachusetts, Newport and Providence in Rhode-Island, Hart- ford in Connecticut, Albany in New-York, or Alexandria in Virginia, for which payments, the receipts of the Cashiers of the Offices of Dis- count and Deposit or of the Banks aforesaid shall be received at the Bank of the United States as equivalent to money; but no payment of a subsequent installment shall be received at any other place than that where the first installment was paid, except at the Bank of the United States; in case any deposits shall be made at the offices of Discount or Deposit, or at either of the Banks aforesaid, which shall not be applied to the payment of the first installment of subscrip- tions to the Loan aforesaid, the said deposits shall be forthwith refunded by directions from the Treasury.
5th. For the sum or number of shares of one hundred dollars, which may be subscribed, cer- tificates shall be given by the Cashier of the Bank of the United States, which shall be assignable by indorsement, and delivery of the papers in whole or in part the said certificates may be used, until the completion of the payments required by the tenor of the second article preceding.
6th. The sums subscribed and paid in pursu- ance of the tenor of the second article preced- ing, shall after the said payments have been completed, constitute a funded capital stock divisible into shares of one hundred dollars each, which capital stock shall bear interest at the rate of eight per centum per annum from the times fixed for the payment of the respective install- ments payable quarterly at the Treasury of the United States, or at the Loan Offices where the same may stand credited, until the last day of December, in the year one thousand eight hundred and eight.
7th. After the last day of December in the said year one thousand eight hundred and eight, and after reasonable notice to the creditors, which shall be given by an advertisement in some public news- paper, printed at the seat of the government of the United States, the said capital stock shall be re- deemable at the pleasure of the United States by the reimbursement of the whole sum or sums borrowed, and which may constitute the said capital stock either at the treasury of the United States or at the loan offices where the same may stand credited.
8th. The credits for the said capital stock shall and may be separately certified in sums either for one hundred, four hundred, one thousand, four thousand or ten thousand dollars, and the credits so certified shall be transferable by the creditors, or their attorneys, at the Treasury and Loan Offices respectively, in pursuance of the rules which have been, or which may be established relative to the transfer of the funded stock of the United States.
9th. A sufficient sum of the surplus of the duties on imports and tonnage beyond the permanent appropriations heretofore charged upon them, by law, together with the faith of the United States are hereby pledged for the fulfillment of this con- tract, in pursuance of, and according to the terms and conditions of the act of Congress herein be- fore recited.
Given under my hand and the seal of the Treasury of the United States at Phila- delphia, this twentieth day of January one thousand seven hundred and ninety nine. OLIVER WOLCOTT, Secretary of the Treasury. Jan. 12. $