Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1802-12-16 00:00:00

Sale by Auction.
On SATURDAY , at 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, the corner of King and Union Streets.
 Rum in hhds. and barrels,  Whisky in barrels,  Apple Brandy in barrels,  Gin in casks,  Wine in pipes and quarter casks,  Molasses in hhds.  Sugar in hhds. and barrels,  White and brown Soap in boxes,  Coffee in casks and bags,  Raisins in kegs and boxes,  Queens' Ware, and 
ALSO
A variety of DRY GOODS.
 Broad Cloths,  Cassimeres,  Kerseys,  Coatings,  Halfhicks,  Fearnought,  Blankets,  Planes,  Negro Cottons,  Worsted and other Stockings,  Irish Linens,  Calicoes,  Threads,  Chintzes,  Bedticks,  Oznaburgs,  Sewing Silks,  Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs,  India Cottons, &c &c. 
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer. November 19.
Public Sale.
On FRIDAY , At ten o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store,
 Rum in hogheads and barrels,  Whiskey in barrels,  Gin in casks and barrels,  Port wine in casks,  Molasses in hhds.  Sugar in hhds and bds.  White and brown soap in boxes,  Chocolate in boxes,  Coffee in tierces and bags,  Raisins in kegs and boxes.  Queens Ware in crates, handsomely assorted, 
ALSO,
A variety of DRY GOODS,
 Superfine cloth and Cassimeres,  Narrow Cloth, and Flannels,  Irish Linens, and Oznaburgs,  Sail duck of different qualities,  Chintzes and Calicoes,  Cambric and Cotton shawls,  India Muslin and Table Cloaths,  Coloured threads and sowing silks,  Ribbons, Hats, and  A number of other articles. 
P. G. MARSTELLER, November 10. Vendue-Master.
For SALE, or RENT,
THE STORE I have occupied for sometime past, situated on Prince Street, opposite Col. Hooe's. There is no stand in town more eligible or better calculated for carrying on an extensive wet or dry Good Business. The Cellar perfectly dry, with a door at each end, will hold one thousand barrels of Flour. Twenty-five hundred barrels may be flowed upon the Premises without any inconvenience to the occupant. For terms apply to
WILLIAM OXLEY.
December 7. d
Public Vendue.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust to the Subscribers, will be sold, on the 24th day of this present month, at 3 o'clock, P. M. on the Premises,
The frame HOUSE situated on King Street near the corner of Columbus Street, at present occupied by John and Samuel Leard, subject to a ground rent of £. 20 per annum. Terms of payment Cash.
JOHN & THOS. VOWELL.
Dec. 3. d21t
NOTICE.
A LEGIONARY Court of Inquiry of the Second Legion of Militia of the District of Columbia, for the assessment of fines on the delinquent officers of the said Legion, and for the remission of fines improperly imposed by the Battalion Courts of Inquiry, and for exempting such persons from Militia duty as are entitled to exemption, will be held at the Court House in the town of Alexandria, on Monday the 20th inst. at 10 o'clock, A. M. where all those having excuses to offer are notified to attend.
JOHN HOOFF, Clerk.
Dec. 9. d
ADVERTISEMENT.
THE Subscribers having commenced business in the house lately occupied by Mr. George N. Lyles, on Fairfax Street, in the town of Alexandria, beg leave to inform their friends and the public, that they have for sale, DRY GOODS, JAPANED WARE and GROCERIES, and daily expect a complete assortment of CASTINGS, which they will dispose of at the most reduced prices for Cash, Flour or Tobacco.
THOMAS L. WASHINGTON & Co.
N. B. They will also transact business on commission, and take the liberty of acquainting those who may favour them with their confidence, that they will endeavour to merit the trust reposed in them, by a faithful attention to their interest.
Nov. 23. d
FOR SALE,
On the 3d day of January next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, at Mr. Anderson's Mill on Dogu run in the county of Fairfax, the residue of the personal estate of the late General George Washington, yet unsold,
CONSISTING OF
Forty-five MULES, upwards of thirty OXEN, and a variety of plantation utensils, Waggons, Carts, Blacksmith's Tools, &c. Six months credit will be allowed, the purchaser giving bond with approved Sureties.
At the same time will be hired, during the life of Mrs. FRENCH,
Forty or Fifty NEGROES.
The Executors will let, for the term of one two or three years,
A THREE STORY
BRICK HOUSE,
In the city of Washington, situated near the capitol, and adjoining the house now occupied by General Dearborne. The tenant to be at liberty to erect upon the premises, such necessary and permanent out houses and improvements as he may think proper, provided the value thereof does not exceed one years rent, from which it will be deducted. For terms apply to Mr. Richard Forrest, in the city of Washington, or to Lawrence Lewis of Fairfax county.
THE EXECUTORS.
December 6. dds
Just received, and for Sale by ABEL WILLIS,
 A FRESH SUPPLY OF  Rhode-Island CHEESE,  Apples,  Crab Cyder, by the barrel, of the first quality,  Cranberries,  Sweet Oranges,  Lemons, by the box,  Belt Rhode Island Potatoes,  Mackerel, by the barrel, together with a general assortment of  GROCERIES and NUTS. 
Just received and for SALE or barter for FLOUR or TOBACCO, by Thomas L. Washington & Co.
Four pipes of four & an half years old
LONDON MARKET
MADEIRA WINE.
December 8. dds
Just Received, And for Sale by THOMAS PATTEN's Vendue Store, at the corner of King & Union Streets, a handsome assortment of
MAHOGANY FURNITURE,
CONSISTING OF
 3 large handsome Sideboards,  1 small do. do.  1 Scrutoire and Book Case,  1 large set Dining Tables,  2 pair Card Tables,  2 ladies' Scrutoires,  2 Stand Tables,  1 Breakfast do.  8 Quarter do.  2 Wash Stands. 
Nov 18. d
William Hartshorne,
At his Store, on col. Hooe's Wharf, has for Sale,
Pennsylvania & Swedish barr
 Iron,  Philadelphia lump and loaf Sugar by the hhd. or barrel,  Brown Sugar of the first quality, by the barrel or hhd.  Fine Salt, in sacks,  Coarse Salt by the bushel,  Old Corn, Tar,  Plaster of Paris, by the bushel,  James River Coal,  Tobacco, in kegs,  Hay in bundles, about 200 each,  A few Lots in good situations on Fairfax, Wilks, Prince and Washington Streets, Sale or Rent.—Also for Sale, a three story Brick House, on King near Fairfax Street, a very good stand for business. 10th Mo. 11th, 1802.
NOTICE.
THE co-partnership of James Patton & James Dykes having expired—those indebted to said concern are requested to make payment and those having claims are desired to bring them forward for settlement.
JAMES PATTON, JAMES DYKES.
FOR SALE by the Subscriber at the Warehouse which the above concern occupied,
10 Hhds of ALLUM, of the first quality from 5 to 7 cwt. each.
Wanted to purchase for cash, a few thousand bushels of WHEAT, and ninety shares of Columbia bank stock.
JAMES PATTON.
Nov. 22. d
PUBLIC VENDUE.
On the 20th day of this month will be sold, at Vendue, on the Premises,
That HOUSE and LOT on Washington Street, lately occupied by Jacob Smith, and adjoining the Lot now in the possession of William Cash, at the corner of King and Washington Streets.
THOMAS PATTEN.
December 8. dts
Public Sale.
On Friday the 17th inst will be sold at the Vendue Store,
Five bales of BAIZES,
Green, blue, pink, scarlet, and black, and napt on both sides.
P. G. MARSTELLER.
Dec. 8. d
COTTON & STEWART
Have just received a large and general assortment of
BOOKS
In the different branches of Literature.
Also,
ALMANACS
For 1803,
With a general assortment of Dr. Church's Patent Medicines, Which they offer wholesale or retail to the public at very reduced prices.
Public Sale.
On Friday next will be sold, at the Vendue Store, a large and general Assortment of
HARDWARE,
CONSISTING OF
 Brass and iron Hinges, of different sizes,  Locks, Latches and Bolts,  Cafe and pocket Knives,  Flat Irons,  Tea Kettles,  Nails and Screws,  Chisels and Gouges,  Candle Sticks and Snuffers,  Curry Combs, &c. &c. 
P. G. MARSTELLER.
Dec. 15.
PUBLIC SALE.
On Saturday next, at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, will positively be sold on a long credit, at the warehouse of Mr. Jonathan Swift, on King-Street, 26 Hhds. and 50 Bbls.
First quality SUGAR.
P. G. MARSTELLER.
Dec. 15.
Just received, and for Sale, by SAMUEL BISHOP.
TRAVELS
Into the Interior of SOUTHERN AFRICA, In the years 1797 and 1798, By JOHN BARROW, Late Secretary to the Earl of Macartney, and Auditor General of Public Accounts at the Cape of Good Hope
Also,
The POWERS OF GENIUS, A POEM,
By JOHN BLAIR LINN, A. M. Second edition, corrected and enlarged. Dec. 15. d
WILLIAM HODGSON.
Has received by the Brutus, from Liverpool, an assortment of FALL GOODS.
He has also on hand,
 A choice parcel of Grenada Rum, Liverpool fine Salt, bottled London Brown Stout, Porter in casks, 6 doz. each old, Port Wine in bottles, a ton of Sheathing Paper and a quantity of Grindstones. 
Oct. 15. d
FOR SALE,
The Sloop
GENETT,
She will carry between 3 and 400 barrels, and is about 5 years old; if not sold in a few days, she will take Freight for Philadelphia. Apply to
AMBROSE VASSE, or The Captain on board. Dec. 13. d
Freight Wanted,
For the Schooner
FAIR TRADER,
Capt. DAGGETT.
This is a new, burthensome vessel, carries 1000 barrels, and sails well. A freight for the West-Indies or Europe will be taken on reasonable terms. Apply to
J. G. LADD. Dec. 13. d
BENJ. SHREAVE, jun.
 Has just received, & will sell low,  16 pipes Hol. Gin, 1st, 2d & 4th proof,  8 do. Barcelona Brandy, 4th do.  1 do. French do. do.  7 bales Russia Sheering,  100 pieces Bandanna Handkerchiefs,  10 Bales India Cotton  60 boxes fresh Raisins. 
Dec. 15. d
Printing in all its variety, executed at this office with neatness and dispatch.

CONGRESS. OF THE UNITED STATES. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Monday, December 13.
The petition of James Bell, heretofore presented, was referred to the committee of Claims.
Mr. Davenport, from the committee of Revival and Unfinished Business, made a report in part.
Tuesday, Dec. 14.
Mr. S. Smith moved the reference of the bill for the relief of Henry Messonier, with the papers accompanying it, to the Committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
Agreed to.
A message was received from the Senate, informing the house that they had made a quorum and had chosen Stephen R. Bradley, President pro-tempore, in the absence of the Vice President of the United States, and were ready to proceed to business.
The petition of ——— Fowler was referred to the Committee of Claims.
On motion of Mr. Dawson, resolved, that a committee be appointed on the part of this House, to unite with a Committee on the part of the Senate, to wait on the President of the United States, and inform him that the two Houses have formed, and are ready to receive any communication he may be pleased to make to them.
Mr. Dawson, Mr. Lowndes, and Mr. Vann Nels, appointed the committee.
A message was received from the Senate, advising the House, that they had passed a similar resolution and had appointed, on their part, a committee, consisting of Mr. Wright and Mr. Theodore Foster.
On motion of General S. Smith, the petition of Charles Hyde, presented last session, was referred to the committee of claims.
On motion of General S. Smith the memorial of sundry manufacturers, presented last session, were referred to the Committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
On motion of General S. Smith, the petition of Samuel Cork, presented last session, was referred to the Committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
Mr. Green presented a number of petitions from citizens of the Mississippi Territory, praying that the land office, to be opened, may be within the limits of the territory, and that the actual settlers may have preemption rights extended to them; and praying for sundry alterations in the terms of the ordinance, under which they are organized. Referred to the same committee appointed on the petition of Messrs Dougherty, Hubbard, &c. with the addition of two members.
Mr. Dennis, stated that, he understood that at the same time that this House had passed a resolution for the appointment of a committee to wait on the President, the Senate had passed a resolution to the same effect. There appeared therefore, to be two concurrent resolutions, each originating in one house but neither of which was acted upon by the other. He, therefore, moved a concurrence on the part of the House in the resolution of the Senate—Agreed to.
The House took up the motion, made four days since, by Mr. Gregg, for the appointment of two Chaplains, of different denominations, to interchange weekly.
Mr. Davis expressed himself against the resolution.
It was defended by Messrs. Dennis, Griswold, Nicholson, Smilie, Claiborne, and Elmer.
Mr. Dennis moved to strike out "of different denominations." This motion was supported by Mr. Smilie, and opposed by Messrs. Nicholson, Elmer, and Claiborne; Last, ayes 22.
The resolution was then agreed to, without amendment.
On motion of Mr. Dennis the petitions of William Ray and John Fallowell, heretofore presented, were referred to the Committee of Claims.
On motion of General Varnum, the petition of Edward Barnes, heretofore presented, was referred to the Committee of Claims.
Mr. Alston moved that a committee be appointed to enquire and report what alterations may be necessary in the acts for the establishment of post-offices and post-roads, with power to report by bill or otherwise.
Committee of seven appointed.
Mr. Davis moved that the committee appointed on post offices and post roads be instructed to enquire into the expediency of making provisions by law, to prevent post masters from becoming contractors for carrying the mail. Agreed to.
On motion of General Varnum, the petition of Joseph Ward, and the report of the Secretary of the Treasury thereon, was referred to the Committee of Claims.
Mr. S. Smith moved the appointment of a committee of Ways and Means, of seven members. Agreed to.
Mr. Dawson, from the committee appointed to wait upon the President, reported that they had delivered the message of the House to the President, who replied, that he would make his communication to Congress by message to-morrow.
Dr. Mitchell gave notice that immediately after the receipt of the President's message, he should offer a specific motion on the subject of French spoliations.
SENATE OF THE U. STATES.
Monday, December 13.
Seventeen members, constituting a quorum, attended.
Whereupon the Senate proceeded, in the absence of the Vice President, to the choice of a President pro-tempore.
On the 1st Ballot, General Bradley, of Vermont, had 8 votes, Mr. Tracey, of Connecticut, 7. Mr. Baldwin 1, and Mr. Logan 1. No election, a majority being requisite.
On 2d ballot, votes same as on the 1st ballot.
On 3d ballot, votes same as on the 1st ballot.
On 4th ballot, Mr. Bradley had eight votes; Mr. Tracey 7; and 2 blank votes. No election.
Adjourned.
Tuesday, December 14.
Eighteen members present. Stephen R. Bradley, was chosen President pro-tempore. Mr. Bradley had 9, and Mr. Tracey 7 votes.
On the election of the President, Mr. Bradley withdrew, and nine became a majority of the members present.
The Rev. Dr. Gantt was chosen Chaplain: 10 members voting for him.
Ricketts, & Newton Co.
Have received and for Sale
220 pieces Bandanna Handkerchiefs,
50 do. Russia Sheeting,
20 bales Cotton,
40 barrels and 10 hds. Mucovado Sugars,
50 boxes brown Soap,
50 do. Castile do.
50 do. Candles,
30 do. Chocolate,
2 hds. Loaf Sugars,
7 hds. Antigua Rum,
1 hhd. clean Flax,
1 ton Rhode-Island Cheese,
7 boxes Wool and Cotton Cards,
A few pipes and half pipes of Vidona Wines,
of superior quality,
Hyson, Young Hyson, Imperial and Hyson skin Teas,
100 reams Wrapping Paper,
206 do. Writing Paper,
A handsome assortment of Prints and Fifth Linens—a large quantity of Bed-Cords and Plough Lines.
They have to RENT,
The WARE HOUSE lately occupied by Mr. John Janney, adjoining their Brick Store and a comfortable Dwelling House on Prince Street, lately occupied by Mr. Thomas Mathews. For particulars enquire as above.
October 15.
Just received from LISBON, and for SALE by
THOMAS SIMMS,
A few boxes of PORTUGAL
ONIONS, of the most extraordinary size and kind that has been seen here. People may be supplied with them by the box, or by the dozen for less. This being a fine time for setting them, it is an object to procure them immediately.
He has also for Sale, at his store,
English Cheese, Cranberries,
Belt Codfish in boxes,
Excellent Firkin Butter, for shipping or family use.
Also to Rent,
That large and commodious FRAME-HOUSE,
In Queen Street, next to Mr. Andrew Fleming's, very convenient for a private family; and also, the House and Bake-house opposite to the same. Possession may be had immediately.
Likewise, a new HOUSE in Cameron Street close to the Market-House, and a convenient House for a small family. Possession may be had early in next month.
Nov. 25.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 15.
This day, at 12 o'clock the following MESSAGE was delivered to each House, by Mr. Lewis, Secretary to the President:
M E S S A G E.
To the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States.
WHEN we assemble together, fellow citizens, to consider the state of our beloved country, our just attentions are first drawn to those pleasing circumstances which mark the goodness of that being from whose favor they flow, and the large measure of thankfulness we owe for his bounty. Another year has come around, and finds us still blessed with peace and friendship abroad, law, order, our religion at home, good affection and harmony with our Indian neighbours, and burthens lightened; yet our income sufficient for the public wants, and the produce of the year great beyond example. These, fellow citizens, are the circumstances under which we meet; and we remark with special satisfaction those which, under the smiles of Providence, result from the skill, industry and order of our citizens, managing their own affairs, in their own way, and for their own use, unembarrassed by too much regulation, unoppressed by fiscal exactions.
On the restoration of peace in Europe that portion of the carrying trade, which had fallen to our share during the war, was abridged by the returning competition of the belligerent powers. This was to be expected and was just. But, in addition, we find, in some parts of Europe, monopolizing discriminations, which, in the form of duties, tend effectually to prohibit the carrying trade our own produce in our own vessels. From existing amities and a spirit of justice, it is hoped that friendly discussion will produce a fair and adequate reciprocity. But should false calculations of interest defeat our hope, it rests with the legislature to decide, whether they will meet inequalities abroad with countervailing inequalities at home, or provide for the evil in any other way.
It is with satisfaction I lay before you an act of the British parliament, anticipating this subject, so far as to authorise a mutual abolition of the duties and countervailing duties, permitted under the treaty of 1794. It shews on their part a spirit of justice and friendly accommodation, which it is our duty and our interest to cultivate with all nations. Whether this would produce a due equality in the navigation between the two countries, is a subject for your consideration.
Another circumstance which claims attention, as directly affecting the very source of our navigation, is the defect or the evasion of the law providing for the return of seamen, and particularly of those belonging to vessels sold abroad. Numbers of them, discharged in foreign ports, have been thrown on the hands of our Consuls, who, to rescue them from the dangers into which their distresses might plunge them, and save them to their country, have found it necessary, in some cases, to return them at the public charge.
The cession of the Spanish province of Louisiana to France, which took place in the course of the late war, will, it carried into effect, make a change in the aspect of our foreign relations, which will doubtless have just weight in any deliberations of the legislature connected with that subject.
There was reason, not long since, to apprehend that the warfare in which we were engaged with Tripoli, might be taken up by some other of the Barbary powers. A reinforcement, therefore, was immediately ordered to the vessels already there. Subsequent information however has removed these apprehensions for the present. To secure our commerce in that sea, with the smallest force competent, we have supposed it best to watch strictly the harbour of Tripoli. Still, however, the shallowness of their coast, and the want of smaller vessels on our part has permitted some cruisers to escape unobserved: and to one of these an American vessel unfortunately fell a prey. The captain, one American seaman, and two others of colour, remain prisoners with them; unless exchanged under an agreement formerly made with the Bashaw, to whom, on the faith of that, some of his captive subjects had been restored.
The CONVENTION with the State of Georgia has been ratified by their legislature, and a repurchase from the Creeks has been consequently made, of a part of the Telfair county. In this purchase
has been also comprehended a part of the lands within the fork of Oconee and Ocmulgee rivers. The particulars of this contract will be laid before Congress as soon as they can be in a state for communication.
In order to remove every ground of difference possible with our Indian neighbours, I have proceeded in the work of settling with them, and marking the boundaries between us. That with the Choctaw nation is fixed in one part, and will be through the whole within a short time. The country to which their title had been extinguished before the revolution is sufficient to receive a very respectable population, which Congress will probably see the expediency of encouraging so soon as the limits shall be declared. We are to view this position as an Outpost of the United States, surrounded by strong neighbours, and distant from its support. And how far that monopoly, which prevents population, should here be guarded against, and actual habitation made a condition of the continuance of title, will be for your consideration. A prompt settlement too of all existing rights and claims within this territory, presents itself as a preliminary operation.
In that part of the Indiana territory which includes Vincennes, the lines settled with the neighbouring tribes fix the extinction of their title at a breadth of twenty four leagues from East to West, and about the same length parallel with and including the Wabash. They have also ceded a tract of four miles square, including the Salt Springs near the mouth of that river.
In the department of finance it is with pleasure I inform you that the receipts of external duties, for the last twelve months, have exceeded those of any former year, and that the ratio of increase has been also greater than usual. This has enabled us to answer all the regular exigencies of government, to pay from the Treasury, within one year, upwards of eight millions of dollars, principal and interest, of the public debt, exclusive of upwards of one million paid by the sale of bank stock, and making in the whole a reduction of nearly five millions and an half of principal, and to have now in the treasury four millions and an half of dollars, which are in a course of application to the further discharge of debt, and current demands. Experience too, so far, authorises us to believe, if no extraordinary event supervenes, and the expenses which will be actually incurred shall not be greater than were contemplated by Congress at their last session, that we shall not be disappointed in the expectations then formed. But nevertheless, as the effect of peace on the amount of duties is not yet fully ascertained, it is the more necessary to practise every useful economy, and to incur no expense, which may be avoided without prejudice.
The collection of the internal taxes having been completed in some of the states, the officers employed in it are of course out of commission. In others they will be so shortly. But in a few, where the arrangements for the direct tax had been retarded, it will still be some time before the system is closed. It has not yet been thought necessary to employ the agent authorised by an act of the last session, for transacting business in Europe relative to debts and loans. Nor have we used the power, confided by the same act, of prolonging the foreign debt by reloads, and of redeeming instead thereof, an equal sum of the Domestic Debt. Should however the difficulties of remittance on so large a scale, render it necessary at any time, the power shall be executed, and the money thus unemployed abroad shall, in conformity with that law, be faithfully applied here in an equivalent extinction of Domestic Debt. When effects so salutary result from the plans you have already sanctioned, when merely by avoiding false objects of expense, we are able, without a direct tax, without internal taxes, and without borrowing, to make large and effectual payments towards the discharge of our public debt, and the emanipation of our prosperity from that mortal banker, it is an encouragement, fellow citizens, of the highest order, to proceed as we have begun in subsisting economy for taxation, and in pursuing what is useful for a nation placed as we are, rather than what is practised by others under different circumstances. And whensoever we are destined to meet events which shall call forth all the energies of our countrymen, we have, the firmest reliance on those energies, and the comfort of leaving for calls like these, the

extraordinary resources of loans and internal taxes. In the mean time, by payments of the principal of our debt, we are liberating, annually, portions of the external taxes, and forming from them a growing fund, still further to lessen the necessity of recurring to extraordinary resources.
The usual account of receipts and expenditures for the last year, with an estimate of the expenses of the ensuing one, will be laid before you by the Secretary of the Treasury.
No change being deemed necessary in our military establishment an estimate of its expenses for the ensuing year, on its present footing, as also of the sums to be employed in fortifications, and other objects within that department, has been prepared by the Secretary at War, and will make a part of the general estimates which will be presented you.
Considering that our regular troops are employed for local purposes, and that the militia is our general reliance for great & sudden emergencies, you will doubtless think this institution worthy of a review, and give it those improvements of which you find it susceptible.
Estimates for the naval department, prepared by the Secretary of the Navy for another year, will in like manner be communicated with the general estimates. A small force in the Mediterranean will still be necessary to restrain the Tripoline cruisers: and the uncertain tenure of peace with some other of the Barbary powers, may eventually require that force to be augmented. The necessity of procuring some smaller vessels for that service, will raise the estimate: but the difference in their maintenance will soon make it a measure of economy.
Presuming it will be deemed expedient to expend annually a convenient sum towards providing the naval defence which our situation may require, I cannot but recommend that the first appropriations for that purpose, may go to the saving what we already possess. No cares, no attentions, can preserve vessels from rapid decay, while they lie in water, and exposed to the sun. These decays require great and constant repairs, and will continue, if continued, a great portion of the monies destined to naval purposes. To avoid this waste of our resources, it is proposed to add to our navy yard here a dock within which our present vessels may be laid up dry, and under cover from the sun. Under these circumstances experience proves that works of wood will remain scarcely at all affected by time. The great abundance of running water which this situation possesses, at heights far above the level of the tide, is employed as is practised for lock navigation, furnishes the means for raising and laying up our vessels, on a dry and sheltered bed. And should the measure be found useful here, similar depositories for laying up, as well as for building and repairing vessels, may hereafter be undertaken at other Navy yards, offering the same means. The plans and estimates of the work, prepared by a person of skill and experience, will be presented to you, without delay, and from these it will be seen that scarcely more than has been the cost of one vessel is necessary to save the whole, and that the annual sum to be employed towards its completion may be adapted to the views of the legislature as to naval expenditure.
To cultivate peace and to secure commerce and navigation in all their lawful enterprises; to foster our fisheries as nurseries of navigation, and for the nurture of men, and protect the manufactures adapted to our circumstances; to preserve the faith of the nation by an exact discharge of its debts and contracts, extend the public money with the same care and economy we would practise with our own, and impel on our citizens no unnecessary burdens; to keep in all things within the pale of our constitutional powers, and cherish the federal union, as the only rock of safety; to follow our citizens as the landmarks by which we are to guide ourselves in all our proceedings. By continuing to make these our rule of action, we shall render to our countrymen the true principles of their constitution, and promote to an united government a decision equally superior to their business and safety. On my part you may count on a cordial concurrence in every measure for the public good and on all the information I possess which may enable you to discharge to advantage the high functions with which you are invested by your country.
TH. JEFFERSON.
100 Shares of MARINE STOCK,
For Sale, by R. B. JAMISON.
ALSO—
Fresh Currants and Raisins in kegs and boxes.
December 7. eom
Alexandria Advertiser.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16.
We have anticipated the publication of our paper this day, for the purpose of gratifying the curiosity of our patrons by presenting them with the President's Message to both Houses of Congress delivered yesterday at 12 o'clock. Should any thing of importance be received by the mail of this morning it shall be published in an extra paper.
The Salem democratic paper lays,— "Not only England, but every other free country, has experienced the benefit of revolutions." After this, we suppose a Federalist may be allowed to speak of England without cursing it, or wishing it blown up; and be in no danger of the guillotine for the sin of omission. (Palladium.)
In England a subscription is opened for assisting the descendants of WILLIAM TELL in the recovery of the liberty for which they are contending. The Morning Chronicle of October 15th acknowledges the receipt of five pounds sterling, for this purpose, from an anonymous correspondent.
Near the close of the second century, flourished Tertullian, one of the most intrepid and powerful among the early defenders of christianity. His apology for the followers of Christ, which he directed to the Emperor of Rome, was written, at a time when christians were suffering a terrible persecution; from their having been represented to the Emperor as traitors and enemies to the state. The extract, which we now republish from that celebrated apology, cannot fail to be gratifying to our christian readers, as it is a specimen of the eloquence and noble ardor of Tertullian; and also shows the state of the christian religion, at that early period. (Edit. Bal.)
"IF we were enemies to the state, (observed Tertullian, writing to the Emperor,) you might then go and seek new cities and countries to govern, since you would have more adversaries than loyal subjects in your empire. We (christians) have filled your towns, your provinces, your castles, your fortresses, your camps, your tents, your palaces, your senates, your market places and your islands; only we have left your idolatrous temples to yourselves, all other places being full of christians. If we were enemies, what dangerous rebellions might we have made, even tho' our numbers were small in comparison with the rest of your people; since we so little value our lives, that we suffer ourselves to be daily slain by your hands: this therefore is your safety, that notwithstanding your unjust persecution of us, we are loyal, patient and obedient, and that the christian religion obliges us rather to be killed than to kill."
FRENCH AFFAIRS.
London, December 23.
We have never ceased to call the public attention to the events that are passing in France; and to point out that the ultimate object of Buonaparte's ambition was universal monarchy. To attain this object, it must be confessed that his measures have been well concerted; and he has done more without exciting alarm, or even suspicion, than Louis XIV. could have done without raising the Powers of Europe against him as one man. He has united all the power of the French and Italian Republics in his own person, and they have quietly looked on; he has united Piedmont, the key of Italy to France; Liguria, and Etruria, are no better than departments; and the Doge of the former, and the King of the latter, but Prefects: Holland is completely at his disposal; and he meditates the conquest of Helvetia; which is the key of Germany. If once master of that country, what guarantee would the empire or any part of Germany have of their political existence? Ulm, and the other strong fortified places, which could have resisted them, have been destroyed. Thus, on all hands, we see the First Consul of France enabled to become, and has become the insolent Director of Europe.
The interior despotism keeps pace with the exterior insolence of the French Agents. The appointment of the Consul's brother to the Ministry, and the settlement of the civil list at thirty millions, which were talked of some time ago, are
postponed, but not abandoned. The rapidity with which acts of usurpation and despotism have lately succeeded each other, was too great not to occasion alarm. Accordingly, many measures are for the present laid aside only to be renewed at a more fit season. In the mean time, however, four Maids of Honour have been appointed to attend the Empress of the Gauls; most, if not all of them from noble families, as Rohefaucault, D'Auguerru, &c. &c. Bonaparte wished also for a page of the same quality, and applied to a ci devant noble man for his son; but the latter, with becoming dignity, refused, alleging that his son was yet too young for such an office.
At the dinners given at St. Cloud, every thing is conducted with Imperial magnificence. There are three tables, at one of which is the Royal Imperial Family only, with such strangers as they may choose particularly to distinguish. At another are the general officers in waiting, with all the military who may have received invitations; and at the third is the Conseiller a etat Project with all the strangers and civilians.
With respect to the laws, there are scarcely any which are regarded as fixed. They may all be modified or explained according to the will of the government, i. e. of Bonaparte. The judges are devoted to him. The Tribunal Special , which was intended to supersede the juries, is become so odious to the public that government have some intention of dissolving it. Taxes are daily augmenting. With respect to commerce and manufactures, from the want of fixed laws, every thing may be converted into a monopoly by the members of the government, or their agents. It is actually said, that the commerce of quick silver, tallow and cotton manufacture is converted into a species of monopoly in the hands of those of the most conspicuous characters in the state.
From the change of ministry, which has just taken place in Russia, there is reason to believe that a change of measures is also intended by the government of that country. The powers of Europe are at length beginning to see their common danger and the new measures to which the changes in the Russian Cabinet may lead, will probably occasion a great change in the face of politics in Europe. The emperor of Russia, following in all his internal arrangements, a conduct diametrically opposite to that of his ally, Bonaparte, has ordered that the senate shall not register any of his edicts which they may find exceptionable, until they shall first have made remonstrances. It is to be presumed that a prince of such wise and benevolent views required only to be undeceived in respect to the character and intentions of the First Consul, to alter his political conduct.
The proclamation of Bonaparte, to the Swiss has met with the fate it merited, and which was to be expected. General Rapp is on his return, without having obtained any success in the object of his mission; and several persons who had been industrious in circulating this insolent manifesto in Helvetia have been arrested.—A law has been passed that every man in the country shall carry arms, and be a soldier. The unanimity and moderation of the confederates continues, if possible, to augment; nor do the French Journalists of the most prostituted degree, however well inclined, impute a single act of violence, far less of atrocity, such as has too often marked their own revolutionary career, to the brave and virtuous Helvetians.—No facts unfavorable to the Swiss ought to be credited upon the faith of the French Journals, in which the most complete spirit of slavery, flattery and falsehood prevails. But this state of things cannot last forever; and should General Bonaparte attempt to carry his threats into execution, we think we may venture to predict that his star will set in the mountains of Helvetia.
The set of china about to be presented to Lord Hawkesbury by the Chief Consul unless any thing untoward should fall out between the cup and the lip, will be the most superb thing of the kind even seen in this country. The cups are valued at fifteen guineas each—the plates at twenty five.—The whole of this magnificent service is estimated at four thousand guineas.
BARE ELBOWS.
And what of bare elbows? Nothing, except that they are very convenient for a jog, and very cool and airy for winter! As to their looks, why is it not more disgusting to expose an elbow, than a knee, and who, to be in the fashion, would not expose a bare knee? O, it is charming to see a huge bare elbow,
rough and scaly as the tail of an Aligator, presenting a sharp angle at every corner of the house!—Hush, hush, man; why the English and French ladies go with naked elbows! and who in America has the effrontery to call their taste in question—or the courage not to follow them? Why if it was the fashion to go with bare feet, it would be monstrous to wear shoes and stockings—And bare necks too—how charming! Aye, the nape—what a beautiful object that is—especially when presented to view upon a huge pair of brawny shoulders! Nature indeed made the hair to cover the recess of the neck, to hide the nape and a long spindle, and give the upper part of the body an air of symmetry; but nature it seems mistook her business—her works are to be amended by fashion. Besides, why may not a lady lay bare her neck, shoulders & elbows, as well as a gentleman convert his hair into a crow's nest. Formerly, tangled hair was the mark of a savage, or a clown; but now, what so genteel and ornamental as a head of hair, frizzled and tangled, till it looks like a frightened owl! Lord, fir, must not one be in the fashion; O, aye; to be sure. Yes, yes, be in the fashion, though it may make you as ugly as the devil. Tho' it may be somewhat inconvenient, as the fashions in France and England cannot arrive and adopted in a week; and though it may be perfectly genteel in Europe to go naked in summer, yet it is very inconvenient and somewhat dangerous in America, to be quite so genteel in winter: Witness the long register of Consumptions in the weekly bills of mortality!!!
Just received and for Sale, by the Subscriber,
100 boxes fresh RAISINS, 15 quarters casks Sherry WINE, of an excellent quality.
JAMES PATTON.
Dec. 16.
3t
SAMUEL BISHOP
Has received a large supply of
Hot Pressed
AND OTHER
PLAYING CARDS, of various qualities: which he offers by the quantity or retail, at very moderate prices.
October 11.
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MRS. WILSON
Respectfully informs the citizens of Alexandria, and others, that she has taken the house adjoining to Col. Gilpin's, on King street, where she will take a few gentlemen as boarders, by the week, month or year, on reasonable terms.
Nov. 22.
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POCKET-BOOKS.
COTTOM & STEWART,
Have just received a handsome assortment of
Ladies Pocket-Books & Thread Cases, Gentlemen's Pocket-Books and Asses skin Tables
CARVING, GILDING, and VARNISHING.
MRS. RACHEL ATKINS, (From Philadelphia)
In Prince-Street, between Fairfax and Water-Streets, next door to Dr. Dick's in the house lately occupied by GROVE WRIGHT:
Respectfully informs the citizens of Alexandria that she intends residing here for a few months, and will be happy in executing any orders in the above branches of business. She regilds and varnishes old frames so as to make them appear like new—and likewise varnishes them with a particular kind of varnish that will bear washing.
She has on hand,
A large and elegant assortment of Prints, Looking-Glasses, & GIRANDOLES.
of every description, which will be sold at the lowest terms for cash.
Orders from a distance will be punctu- ally attended.
Nov. 15.
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Just received,
A few boxes fresh LEMONS, LIMES and sweet ORANGES.
ALSO,
Filberts, English Walnuts and Almonds, of an excellent quality.
JOSEPH DYSON.

JAMES WILSON, Has received, by the Industry, from London, an extensive Assortment of FALL GOODS, Which will be offered for Sale immediately, by the piece or package. Also, by the above Vessel, Seven pipes and 18 hds. genuine old Port Wine, two years in bottles. Nov. 1. d
Ten Dollars Reward.
STOLEN lately from the Subscriber living near Potomac Run, in Stafford county a BLACK MARE , about 14 hands high. She had a Star in her forehead, some white hairs on her neck, near the shoulder, and three of her feet are white above the hoof. The Mare is old, but she was in good order when taken away. Whoever will secure her, so that I get her again, shall receive the above Reward. ROBERT BUCHAN. Dec. 4. d12t
FOR SALE, A complete HOUSE SERVANT, A likely young Negro Woman, with two CHILDREN. Her term of hire expires the end of the present month. Enquire of the Printer. Dec. 10. 6t
ADVERTISEMENT.
MY Son HENRY MOORE & myself had agreed, before he left this, that I should keep up the BROKER'S BUSINESS he had been engaged in, during his residence in Kentucky, and be particularly attentive to LAND TRANSACTIONS , which might produce me some profit here, and be of service to him there. As he has made a settlement in that country, I take this method of informing the public, that I will undertake to buy and sell LANDS , and negotiate in any other way for them, and that I will also attend to any other business commonly done in the Line of a Broker.
I am empowered to sell several valuable Lots in different parts of the Town of Alexandria; some well situated for business; one adjoining the Bank, 24 feet front on the north side of Cameron Street, and 123 feet five inches deep. This Lot will either be sold for Cash or exchanged for Lands adjoining the town. CLEON MOORE. Nov. 26. eof
FOR SALE, A valuable FARM, Within seven miles of Alexandria, in a high state of improvement, both as to cultivation and buildings. Also, that valuable corner Lot on which the Long Ordinary stood, and all the real estate in Alexandria, the property of Henry M c Cue. CLEON MOORE. Dec 2. eof
ADAM LYNN Has just received, A HANDSOME ASSORTMENT OF Jewelry, plated, Japaned & fancy GOODS, of a superior quality, and of the newest Patterns, CONSISTING OF Gold Locketts, Rings, Ear-Rings, Bracelets, Watch Keys, Seals; pearl Rings, Bracelets, &c. plated Urns, Tea Pots, Castors, Candlesticks, &c. Japaned Urns; Tea Trays and Bread Baskets; gilt Necklaces, Brooches, Bracelets, Watch Keys, Seals, Chains, &c. Knives & Forks, Penknives, Razors, Scissors; Paints in boxes; marking Types in boxes complete; Snuff Boxes; plated & steel Spurs; gold and silver Epaulettes; Lace Cord, Thread, Spangles, Pearls, silver Thimbles, Tooth Picks & Pencil Cases, with a number of other articles.
He has also for Sale, Watchmakers Materials, and gilded common Watch Keys, by the dozen, and Crucibles. He manufactures, as usual, all kinds of Gold and Silver Work, to any pattern. Nov. 24. d3t
NOTICE.
I HEREBY forewarn all persons from Hunting in any of my Inclosures on Blue Plains, with Dog or Gun, or from passing through the same on any pretence whatever; this practice has become so injurious to me that I am determined to prosecute the first person I find committing the like trespass, after the date hereof. WILLIAM MARBURY. Nov. 24. 1aw 5 1/2
The Executors of the late Gen. Geo. Washington, offer for sale, the following TRACTS OF LAND, viz. A tract in Loudoun county on Difficult Run, containing 300 acres. The soil well adapted for farming and a considerable proportion of it might easily be improved into meadow. There is a valuable mill-seat on the premises. It lies on the great road from the City of Washington, Alexandria and George Town to Leesburg and Winchester, nineteen miles from Alexandria, less from the City and George Town and not more than three from the Great Falls of Potomac.
One tract containing 2,431 acres lying in the counties of Loudoun and Fauquier, called Ashby's Bent. The soil is that which is said to be most favorable to Plaster of Paris, well watered by several never failing streams issuing from the mountain—part of this land is cleared and tenanted for lives.
One tract lying part in each of the above counties, containing 885 acres. Chatten's run passes through this tract and gives several valuable mill-seats. The soil is similar to the above tract and equally favorable to Plaster of Paris.
A tract on the South Fork of Bullskin, containing 1600 acres—One also, Head of Evans's Mill, containing 453 acres, and one on Wormley's line, containing 183 acres. These several tracts are in Jefferson (late Berkeley county)—the soil very similar in quality, and particularly adapted to the culture of Tobacco, Hemp, Wheat and Indian Corn, situated twelve miles from Harper's Ferry.
One tract containing 571 acres in Frederick county, this land is in the vicinity of the last mentioned tracts and equally valuable.
One tract in Hampshire county containing 240 acres—this tract, tho' small is extremely valuable. It lies on Potomac river, about 12 miles above the town of Bath (or Warm Springs) and is in the shape of a horse-shoe, the river running almost round it; two hundred acres of it are rich low grounds, with a great abundance of the largest Walnut and other trees, which with the produce of the soil, might (by means of the improved navigation of the Potomac) be brought to a shipping port with more ease and at a smaller expense, than that which is transported only 30 miles by land.
One third part of 1119 acres in Nansemond county near Suffolk, lying on the road from Suffolk to Norfolk and on Nansemond river—this land is considered extremely valuable by those who are acquainted with it.
One tract in Charles county, Maryland, containing 600 acres—it is very level and lies near the river Potomac.
One tract in Montgomery county, Maryland, containing 519 acres—This land lies about 30 miles above the City of Washington, not far from Kettocotun and is good farming land.
One tract in Pennsylvania, containing 234 acres—This land affords an exceeding good stand on Braddock's road from Fort Cumberland to Pittsburg, and a large quantity of natural meadow for the scythe. It is distinguished by the appellation of the Great Meadows, where the first action with the French, in the year 1754, was fought.
One other tract on the Mohawk river, State of New-York, containing 1000 acres.
In North West Territory. Three tracts lying on Little Miami, containing 3051 acres.
In Kentucky. On Rough Creek, one tract containing 3000 acres; ditto adjoining 2000 acres. Indisputable titles can be given for the above lands.
Lots in the City of Washington. Two improved lots near the Capitol square 634. The improvements are, on each an elegant three story brick house.
Four other unimproved lots on the Eastern Branch, No. 5, 12, 13 and 14, in square 667. These lots are advantageously situated on the water.
ALEXANDRIA.
A few valuable lots in Alexandria, corner of Pitt and Prince-streets, three or four of which are let on ground rent at 3 dollars per foot.
WINCHESTER.
One lot in Town of half an acre, adjoining Doctor Makay's, enclosed with a good post and rail fence, and another in the commons of about six acres.
Bath, or Warm Springs. Two well situated lots, on one of the small building large enough to accommodate one family.
The terms of sale will be made known by application to either of the subscribers.
SAMUEL WASHINGTON, Culpepper county.
GEORGE S. WASHINGTON, Jefferson, do.
WILLIAM A. WASHINGTON, Westmoreland, do.
GEORGE W. P. CESTIS, Mount Washington, Fairfax, do.
BESHROD WASHINGTON, Mt. Vernon, do.
LAWRENCE LEWIS, Wood Lorton, do.
August 30. 2aw
TO RENT,
A good STORE on King Street, suitable for the Flour or wholesale business. Also, one near the river.
Enquire of the Printer.
Dec. 14. eo3t
Private Boarding.
THE SUBSCRIBER having a large and commodious House, in Fairfax Street, and a number of good Servants, will accommodate four or five Gentlemen with Board, on application to FRANCIS CRACROFT. Dec. 4. eo3t
NOTICE.
ALL persons who have any claims on Foster and May, or the Subscriber, are requested to make them known immediately; and those who are indebted will please to calculate on being called upon in a few days.
JOHN FOSTER. Dec. 2. eo12t
Valuable Property for Sale,
At the little Falls of Potomac About three miles from George-Town and the City of Washington, and ten from Alexandria.
172 acres of Land, upon which are a dwelling house and sundry other improvements, several stone quarries and five stands, and two vacant mill seats.
Two undivided third parts of 7 acres of Land, upon which are a merchant mill, with three pair of French Burr mill stones and every necessary complete, for manufacturing flour to the best advantage, and with as little manual labor as possible; a brewery and distillery, a granary, a miller's house, a brewer's house, cooper's shop, &c. and a vacant mill seat.
Two undivided third parts of 200 acres of land, adjoining the 7 acres and 172 acres abovenmentioned, upon which here are several stone quarries and five stands.
The purchaser of the above property, will have an assignment of a lease for the other undivided third part, of which there will be 6 years to come from the first day of September next.
The stone on the above lands is equal in goodness to any, and superior to most foundation stone on the river—useful of any burthen that can go to George-Town, can go up to the mill and stone quarries.
Any person or persons, who may incline to purchase, will of course view the premises, therefore it is not thought necessary to be more particular.
For terms apply to Gen. Uriah Forrest, at George-Town, or to PHILIP R. FENDALL, Alexandria.
Potomac Brewery.
BILLINGTON & CRUSE, Have commenced Brewing, and have now ready for Sale,
Table Beer, at 4 dols. per barrel,
Draught Beer 6 do. do.
And in a few days will have fine pale Ale for private families, at 7 dollars per barrel, and a steady supply through the season.
Yeast every day.
N. B. Grains for sale on Tuesdays and Fridays.
We want to purchase a good DRAY HORSE. Nov. 16. eo1m
FOR SALE, 2500 bushels of ST. UBE'S SALT.
Apply to J. W. & S. LEONARD & Co. Nov. 27. eo3t
S H U T T's CIRCULATING LIBRARY, Prince Street Alexandria.
BOOKS lent out to read by the year, quarter or month, on moderate terms.
A number of Novels and other publications have just been added to the collection, viz.
Natural Daughter, Juliana Ormesford, Georgina, Generosity, Fatal Folies, Waldeck Abbey, House of Tyrion, Matilda and Elizabeth, Scotch Heiress, Fate of Sedley, Hartley House, Slavery, Court Intrigue, Sailor Boy, Juliet Grenville, M is Greville, Power of Sympathy, Peggy and Patty, Humphrey Clinker, Bubbled Knights, Minor, Romance of Real Life, Louisa de Bourbon, Life of Kotzebue, Countess Rosenberg's Essays, Tears and Smiles, Rural Tales, &c.
For Sale at the Library, A QUANTITY OF Demy Printing Paper, Foolscap, Writing and Letter Paper, by the ream or smaller quantity, glazed Pasteboards, Band Boxes, Playing Cards, and a few boxes Paints. Dec. 13. 2aw4t
ADVERTISEMENT.
TO BE SOLD,
At the late Dwelling House of William Richards, deceased, at West-End, on Friday the 24th instant, on six months credit, the Purchaser giving Bond and approved Security,
ALL THE STOCK OF Horses, Cattle & Household GOODS, of the said deceased. CALEB RICHARDS, administrator. ELIZABETH ZIMMERMAN. Adminstratrix. Dec. 11. 1aw3t
Just Received,
And for sale by the Subscriber, at his store, corner of Prince and Union streets,
15 Pipes Madeira Wine, 10 do. 4th proof Brandy, 5 do. New England Rum, 2 do. Holland Gin, 3 Quarter casks Catalonia red Wine, 3 Kegs Annified Cordial, 14 Boxes dipt Candles, Sugar in hds. and barrels, Coffee and Pepper in bags, Hysunkin and Souchong Tea, Jamaica Rum and Malaga Wine, Rasins in kegs and boxes, Leiper's Snuff in half barrels and kegs, Men's coarse and fine shoes, Women's Morocco and fancy kid do.
And eight Bales of INDIA GOODS , consisting of Mamoodies, Emeries, Guzzimies, Mohairs, Gungies, Checks and Calicoes, and a few pieces China and Lunge Hankerchiefs, and Ravens Duck. A large quantity of RED SOAT-LEATHER , and a few barrels Tanner's best brown OIL.
BENJ. SHEVE, jun. Oct. 27. eo
FOR SALE, by
JOHN M c KINNEY, 10 Ton first quality RUSSIA HEMP.
ALSO,
8 hhd's of best Antigua Sugars Dec. 3. eo7t
LADIES' and GENTLEMEN'S POCKET ALMANACS;
ALSO,
COMMON ALMANACS, For the ensuing year, For Sale, by SAMUEL BISHOP. Dec. 13. d
WM. HARTSHORNE
Has for Sale, The first quality of Lisbon and ground Allum SALT.
Also, a few yards superfine Bolting Cloth, and Meis Beef, in half barrels, and 1 pair of BURR STONES.
N. B. He gives Cash for Wheat at his Mill, or in town. 11th Mo. 13. d
JOSEPH RIDDLE, & Co.
HAVE received a considerable addition to their assortment per the Industry, capt. M c Kenzie, from London. Nov. 2. d
For SALE, by
WM. HARTSHORNE, Two pipes London market Madeira WINE , four years old. 12th Mo. 7th, 1802. d
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