Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-03-28 00:00:00

Public Vendue.
On TUESDAY, At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, Rum in hogheads and barrels. French Brandy in pipes, Gin in pipes and bds. Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bds. Sugar in hds. tierses and bds. Coffee in tierses and bags, Chocolate White and brown Soap in boxes, Mould and dip'd Candles. Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queens Ware in crates, FURNITURE, &c.
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS, Among which are, Cloths, Coatings, Kerseymeres, Duffs, Plains and Kerseys, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elaficks, blue Friezes, Calimancoes and Russells, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Platillas, Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Muslins and Mullin Hand'ks, India Muslins and Table Cloths Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Silk Stockings, Coloured Threads, Hats, Plated Candlesticks, And fundry other Articles. P. G. MARSTELLER. March 25.
Sales by Auction.
On WEDNESDAY, At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, the corner of King and Union Streets. Rum in hds. and barrels, Whiskey in barrels, Apple Brandy in barrels, Gin in casks, Wine in pipes and quarter casks, Molasses in hds. Sugar in hds. and barrels, White and brown Soap in boxes, Coffee in casks and bags, Raisins in kegs and boxes, Queen's Ware, and ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS. -AMONG WHICH ARE- Broad Cloths, Cassimeres, Kerseys, Coatings, Halfticks, Fearnought, Blankets, Planes, Negro Cottons, Worsted and other Stockings, Irish Linens, Calicoes, Threads, Chintzes, Bedticks, Osnaburgs, Sewing Silks, Muslin and Mullin Handkerchiefs, India Cottons, &c. THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer. March 26.
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. We have received by the sloop Mary, from Portsmouth, 10 tons Bar Iron, A few bales Russia Sheetings and Duck, A few bds. of excellent Mackerell, A few hds. N. E. Rum, And a few bales low priced Muslins, which will be sold cheap. RICKETTS, NEWTON, & Co. Feb. 23.
For Falmouth and a Market, The SHIP GEORGE AND MARY, Jeremiah Lawton, Master; Will be ready to sail in about 6 days. For Passage only, having excellent accommodations, please apply to the master on board, at Col. Hooe's wharf, or to. J. G. LADD. March 22.
Public Vendue. On TUESDAY, April 5th, at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, will be sold on the premises, Three handsome Building Lots of Ground, on a long credit; situate on the corner of Cameron and Pitt Streets. P. G. MARSTELLER. March 23.
ABEL WILLIS Has just received, Fresh Lemons by the box, Apples by the bl. Fresh Limes, Sweet Cider by the bl. And a general Assortment of Groceries. March 22. T. SIMMS—has for Sale, SALT, For the fisheries; some excellent Bacon, and first quality Segars. March 22. Fifteen Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY on Saturday, the 5th of this month, a bright Mulatto Man, named STEPHEN; about 28 or 30 years of age: He is about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, pleasant countenance, speak rather slow, but very active and handy at any work; he served an apprenticeship to a weaver, is a good workman at that business, and a remarkable good hand in a brick-yard; in short, he is smart at any thing he is set about; he is very fond of spirits of any kind, I cannot describe his dress. He never ran away before, so I expect he has been enticed off by some artful villain; if it be the case, and the man can be apprehended, I will give 50 Dollars on his conviction of the theft. ROBERT BOOGESS. N. B. I forewarn all persons from harboring said fellow at their peril, as in that case they may expect to be prosecuted. Fairfax County. March 22.
Notice. All persons having claims against the estate of William Triplett, of Round Hill, deceased, are requested to bring them forward for adjustment and payment; and all those indebted to the estate, are respectfully called upon to make immediate payment to the Executors—it being their anxious wish to close all the accounts, and settle with the legatees as soon as possible. CHARLES LITTLE, } Ex'ors. GEO. TRIPLETT, } March 1.
R. & J. GRAY Have just received and for sale, at their Book Store in King Street, (Price 25 cents,) AN ADDRESS To the Government of the United States, ON THE Cession of Louisiana, To the French; and on the late breach of Treaty by the Spaniards: Including the translation of a Memorial on the War of St. Domingo, and Cession of the Mississippi to France, drawn up by a French Counsellor of State. March 10.
CLOVER SEED, Warranted of the last crop. Just received and for Sale by the Subscribers. A few tierses of fresh CLOVER SEED. RICKETTS, NEWTON, & Co. Feb. 28. Fifty Barrels TAR, Just received and for Sale by WM. HARTSHORNE. March 16.
On MONDAY the fourth day of April next, will be sold at Vendue, on the premises, on a credit of 60 and 90 days, Those two HOUSES on the south west corner of King and Washington streets, at present occupied by Philip Russell and John Violet. Also, The small House and Shop on Washington street adjoining. For information as to the title, &c. &c. apply to Jonah Thompson, Esq. or to THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer. March 15.
Valuable LANDS for Sale. WILL BE SOLD, To the highest bidder, by the Executors of the late Gen. George Washington, the following TRACTS OF LAND, at the times and places hereafter mentioned, viz. On the first Monday in April, on the premises, 600 acres lying in Charles county, in the state of Maryland, near a place called the Fifth Trap, about 16 miles above Port Tobacco.
On the 2d Monday in April, on the premises, 519 acres in Montgomery county, in the state of Maryland, in the neighbourhood of Frederick Town, not far from Kittortan. On the 15th day of April, at Charlestown, 453 acres in Jefferson county, Virginia, about two miles west of Charlestown. Also, 240 acres lying in Hampshire county, on Potomac river, about 12 miles above Bath.
On the 16th day of April, on the premises, 1600 acres in Jefferson county, on the south fork of Bullskin. On the 18th day of April, on the premises, 183 acres in Jefferson county in Wormley line. On the 20th day of April, on the premises, 571 acres in Frederick county, 1 1/2 miles south of Battle Town.
On the 22nd day of April, at Paris, 2481 acres on Ashby's Bent, and 885 acres on Chattin's run, in Fauquier county.
One fourth of the amount of the purchase money to be paid down, and the balance in three equal annual instalments, to be secured by a mortgage on the premises and to carry interest from the day of sale. The EXECUTORS. March 12.
THOMAS SIMMS Has just received and offers for Sale, A few barrels of Rhode Island Cyder, Rhode Island Cheese, Codfish and some barrels of excellent APPLES. Feb. 18.
Just received, and for Sale, By Robert and John Gray, [Price 25 Cents] Negro Slavery Unjustifiable. A SERMON. By ALEX. M c LEOD, A. M. Pastor of the reformed Congregation, in the City of New-York. Feb. 5.
Will be landed to-morrow, At Messrs. Lawraison and Smoot's wharf, out of the Schooner Friendship, Captain Burns, from Montserrat, 25 puncheons strong, fine flavored RUM, which will be sold cheap for cash or a short credit. JOHN G. LADD. March 15.
Just Received, A large supply of Writing Paper, of various kinds. R. & J. GRAY. March 15.
PROPOSALS For Publishing by Subscription, MODERN GEOGRAPHY, A DESCRIPTION OF THE EMPIRES, KINGDOMS, STATES, AND COLONIES, WITH THE OCEANS, SEAS, AND ISLES, IN ALL PARTS OF THE WORLD; Including the most recent discoveries and political alterations, digested on a new plan. BY JOHN PINKERTON. THE ASTRONOMICAL INTRODUCTION BY THE REV. S. VINCE, A. M. F. R. S. And plumian professor of astronomy, and experimental philosophy, in the University of Cambridge. WITH NUMEROUS MAPS, Drawn under the direction, and with the latest improvements, of Arrowsmith, and engraved by the best artists. CONDITIONS. The work will be comprised in two octavo volumes, of about 800 pages each, and a quarto Atlas, containing all the Maps. It will be printed on a fine paper and new type. The price to subscribers will be nine dollars, neatly bound and lettered. Each volume will be delivered as soon as finished, and no money required until the delivery. It will be put to press as soon as four hundred subscribers are obtained. Those gentlemen who may be desirous of promoting the circulation of this important work, may have one copy gratis, by procuring and accounting for the subscription of six. In order to produce an immediate encouragement to the undertaking, the sum at which subscribers will receive their books is considerably under that which will be charged to non-subscribers. Subscribers received by ROBERT and JOHN GRAY, King-Street, where a specimen of the work may be seen. Alex Feb. 28.
William Hartshorne HAS FOR SALE, Forty barrels new Beef, Five bds. Pork, Fifty bds. Tar, Fine and coarse Salt, First quality Sugar in hds and bds, Phila. loaf and lump Sugar in do. Five pipes old Lisbon Wine, One pipe Madeira, four years old, Pennsylvania and Swedish Bar Iron, One pair Bur Mill Stones, 5 feet diameter, One pair Cologne do. about 5 feet. And at his Mill, Shorts and Bran, Indian Meal, Rye Meal, Seed Oats, Pfister of Paris by the bushel. 3d Mo. 19.
To Rent, Possession given immediately, A large Brick Warehouse adjoining R. Newton and Co. and a comfortable Dwelling House, on Prince Street. For particulars enquire of RICKETTS, NEWTON & Co. Just Received, A QUANTITY OF EXCELLENT VENISON HAMS, For sale by T. SIMMS. March 12.
A. WILLIS Has just received a quantity of excellent China Oranges, Cranberries and Sheibark Nuts, which he offers for sale at his store on Prince Street. March 9.

REVIEW CONTINUED.
Munroe's Embassy, &amp;c.
Should Spain, however, on the first application of our Minister, direct the immediate restoration of the right of deposit; what compensation will such tardy and imperfect justice afford to the inhabitants of the western waters, for the ruin of their commerce even for a single season? By what rule of equity, by what process of arithmetic, or by what logic, can you convince millions of honest and industrious citizens, that their comfort and happiness for a year, and, perhaps, for life, ought to be dependant upon the capricious will of a foreign power? By what trick or contrivance can you substitute the artificial reasonings of short-sighted politicians, who more regard their own ease and power, than the welfare of the nation, to the common sense and natural feelings of mankind in a case like the present.
This sense may, for a time, be blunted by powerful opiates; these feelings may be repressed for a season, by flattery, by specious promises, and artful appeals to prejudice, but the period will assuredly arrive when the dream which has lulled the people into an ill-founded confidence in those promises will be dissolved; when they will see and feel that they have been deceived by false patriots; that they have confided their honor and happiness to feeble hands, and timid hearts, to men incapable of discharging the arduous duties of this high and important trust—To return—
“With what front can men talk of expences on occasions like these? Is money levied on the people, and employed in the prosecution of a just war, thrown away? Is it not better to put this money into the pockets of brave soldiers, devoted to a meritorious cause, than to bestow it on the agents of Spanish tyranny, who will wrest a much larger sum from our hands, in the form of duties and bribes? Compare the expences of a most formidable expedition, with the losses accruing from the cessation of commerce for a few ensuing months. Admitting, what no logic can ever prove, that the provision and pay of an army of our own citizens, is so much taken from the people, never to return to them, what proportion do these bear to the profits of a free trade? Profits which it is the purpose of the expedition to secure to us, and which will unavoidably be lost by the employment of ambassadors, however successful they may prove?”
“If, therefore, our army should quietly return to our own territory, merely on a revival of the treaty at Madrid, it is manifest that we have gained the most inestimable benefits; that the nation, by expending hundreds, has obtained millions; that we gain advantages, not to be bought by mere money, in the salutary fear and respect, which our conduct will impress upon foreign nations; that the odium of indolence and cowardice, which patience under such injuries will stamp indelibly upon us, will be effectually washed away; that our prompt resentment will make our neighbors somewhat more cautious in their future encroachments and insults; and they whom justice or gratitude restrains not from mischief, will hereafter hesitate through fear.”
“But Spain, perhaps, will be angry at such summary proceedings. She will go to war, to regain her property and the efforts employed to acquire, must be followed by continual efforts to preserve; and hence a standing force must be maintained; new fortresses must spring up; new taxes must be laid upon the people; new injuries inflicted on our general commerce, by Spanish cruizers, and Spanish interdicts in their European and West Indian harbors.”
“It is hardly worth a moment's trouble to dissipate this phantom. They who know any more of Spain than the name, are thoroughly apprized of her present powerless and defenceless condition; that the attacks to which she is now every where exposed will only be made with more facility and consequence, her causes of fear, her motives to forbearances and concession will be far greater, when this province is lost, than at present. That the most extravagant demands will be complied with more eagerly by her, when made by the sovereign of the Mississippi, than merely by the master of the Ohio.”
“All that is wanting to complete the ridicule of an embassy to Spain is the recollection that she is no longer sovereign of the Mississippi—The province is transferred to another. What answer then can be given to our minister? It is extremely difficult to account for the late breach of treaty. That it was committed without the orders or connivance of the government, cannot be maintained but for the sake of controversy. Why then should they wantonly violate their contract? Were they desirous of provoking us to war, having less objections to a neighbourhood with the States than of France? Did France compel them to the violation, declining to receive a gift loaded with conditions, which make the gift of but little value, or willing to please us by giving us back what their predecessor had taken away?”
“If the French discover, that the troubles of St. Domingo, or the jealousies of England, will occasion such delay in the execution of the cession, that the States, in case of an hostile answer from Spain, will get possession before them, they will order the Spaniards to behave to us as friends. After going the whole round of diplomatic artifices, and creating as many delays as the minister's patience will bear, the Spanish court will revive the privilege. The French know that the cession, when executed, will cancel all previous compacts, and that, however much they may despise us, it would be folly to create unnecessary difficulties in their way. They may resolve to allow us the use of the river, for the present, even after the province comes into their own hands. Their policy must be blind indeed, if it sees not the benefit of an amicable deportment, till their ships and armies have given them a firm possession. Whatever may be their projects for futurity,* however profound may be their contempt and their hatred of us, they are neither madmen or idiots; and must, therefore, clearly see the road which it is their interest to take. It is highly probable then, that if no cession has ever been made, if, after it is made, the parties see reason to disown it, or to delay its execution, or to annul it; or if the cession be frankly avowed, and the army of France be lodged on the river at the present moment. In either of these cases, it is highly probable that our messenger will meet with a friendly reception, and the privilege he claims be granted, after a world of cavils and under limitations.”
“We have no reason to impute to the courts of France or Spain, the folly of refusing our demands, provided they believe us in earnest, in our menaces of war. A sceptical mind, however, would be inclined to question their belief in this respect. They have hitherto experienced our extreme caution on this head. Our forbearance, on this occasion, when the injury was fresh, and the resentment most alive, affords but a slender proof either of our courage or sincerity. We may talk magnificently, and threaten hard, but this is the resort of the pusillanimous in all cases, and, in the present instance, is clearly proved to be mere talk, by the conduct we have hitherto pursued. Instead, however, of desiring that this glaring inference from our deportment, should be out balanced by the eloquence of our ambassador: instead of wishing the revival of the treaty on any terms, a lover of his country, must deeply deplore it.”
“For then will the road be laid open to the French; then will the Mississippi be quietly delivered into hands, that will be ever busy in tormenting and distressing us: who cannot pursue their own advantage without detriment to us: whose gains, be they pursued honestly and openly, or wickedly and treacherously, will be equally our loss.”
Those who have looked on the map of the United States, and have traced with accuracy the progress of their population, will easily perceive that the whole of our territory, however immense it appears, will inevitably be occupied in thirty or forty years. The possession of the mouth of the river, now so easy, and so indispensable to our tranquility and happiness, will when occupied by the French, be acquired with difficulty, and at the price of a doubtful and dangerous war.”
“Quarrels with the French will be unavoidable. In all such quarrels, the intrigues and policy of that nation, will be far more formidable than their arms. All these factions, to which so many subordinate jurisdictions, such numbers of slaves, and so popular a government as ours have a tendency to generate, and which produce but little harm, while there is no enemy at hand to foment and to profit by them, will then be fatal to our peace, unity and independence.”
“But I need not go further in the picture. Every imagination can fill it up; nor has any one hitherto betrayed so much ignorance, as to question the evils we shall suffer from the neighborhood of France, or to deny the right which we possess to this quarter of America. We have only differed with each other, as to means of eluding the evil, and securing this vast domain to ourselves. Some have endeavored to reconcile us to the project of an embassy, by telling us that its chief purpose, in case the cession to France is
* See almost all the French memoirs which Mr. Otto's preliminaries produced, especially one with this title.
avowed, is to purchase the province, from its new proprietors.”
“But what a chimerical scheme is that of purchasing the river! Do not the French look to this province for the resurrection of their commerce, their power and their glory? For an outlet to their overcharged population? For a settlement and recompence to their numerous soldiery? For that increase in numbers and wealth, to which their present limits are inadequate? Do they not resort to this expedient, as the only one that fortune has left them, to secure their pre-eminence in Europe, and the humiliation of their rivals? England has barred up every other path.—The ruinous empire of Turkey, and the rich dominions of eastern Asia, their naval power has secured from French invasion. Fortune has supplied the place of prudence, and peace has given them a field, in which the nation can expand, enrich and multiply itself, with more rapidity, with fewer impediments, and into wider bounds, than was possible in any other field. To a government with such views, shall we have the folly to offer money? What price can we offer, supposing them inclined to sell? What price is our revenue able to give, which shall come within an hundred degrees of its value to France? Our annual revenue can scarcely be raised to fifteen millions. What portion of this can we spare, from the payment of our debts, the support of our government, the promotion of public works, and provision for defence and internal order, as tribute to a foreign power, which they will not spurn as a paltry commutation for the benefits they suffer us to rob them of? What sum could we give, though we should drain our vitals to give it, that could bear comparison with the actual revenue, both to the people and the government, which a flourishing colony would give them: a revenue, small, perhaps, at first, but continuing forever, and incessantly increasing? Not to mention the increase of ships, power and territory, which cannot be brought within the sordid bounds of pecuniary calculation, the mere cash that would flow into her treasury, and flow on without end, would reflect contempt upon the largest tribute we are able to offer; a tribute, insignificant and paltry in itself, and necessarily terminating in a fixed time.”
“But let us not forget, that a tribute, thus paid, though of little value to them, is of value to us far exceeding the nominal sum. If I hold a farm and pay my rent to a landlord that lives upon the spot, and consumes it all in buying my provisions or rewarding my services, the burthen is but light. The return of the money to me, the supplying me with a ready sale for all my ingenuity and labor produce, converts the rent into a mere stimulant to my industry. The ability to pay is exactly proportioned to the demands that are made, and the wealth of the farmer keeps pace with the revenue of the landlord.”
“It, on the contrary, an agent reside on the premises, and the rent of my farm, instead of paying wages to my children or immediate neighbors, who give it back to me for food, clothing and shelter, is instantly remitted to a landlord who resides in a distant country, who buys with it the labour of men, whose existence is no benefit to me, what but poverty and despair can be my portion? A rent of an hundred pounds, can more easily be paid, in the first case, that one of twenty shillings in the latter. The whole of the first returns to me, and with it I answer the new demand which every quarter produces. The second, when paid, vanishes away entirely, and I am every year poorer by this sum.”
It is not denied, but that a purchase can be made at a price which we can afford to give; for if France should find the country occupied by another, or if England should resolve not to permit her to take possession, why should they not be willing to take any price for a worthless claim? But where would be the wisdom of paying any thing for a claim under those circumstances?
“Let us dwell a moment on the present state of Europe, and discover, if we can, the present prospects of the French in relation to America. The cession of Louisiana by Spain, is indisputable. The motives of the French cannot be mistaken. It is needless to enquire what motives the government of France avows: We are but little read in human nature, if we do not know that their view is to benefit themselves; we know in what way the possession of this province will benefit them; we know that such are the local
and moral relations of France, England and America, that the benefits derived by France on this occasion, will be equivalent evils to the States and to England.”
“The cession, being a separate and secret contract between France and Spain, prevented not the peace of Amiens. The intricate terms of this treaty, requiring various and mutual restitutions and compensations, could not be executed in a moment. The cession was soon suspected, and its importance to England being manifest, an outcry was raised against it as a breach of treaty. As the French, however, were completely occupied in St. Domingo: as this breach existed as yet only on paper, and might by a thousand accidents, be prevented from going further than seals and signatures: as the United States, the only ally, in such a cause, on which England could depend, was silent and passive; as they still held Malta, Egypt and the African colonies of Holland in their hand, as pledges for the execution of the treaty, they did not go to war, on this account. Since that period, the unsettled and defenceless state of Germany, Holland, Switzerland and Italy, has tempted France either to commit usurpations, or exercise controul in these countries, which the spirit or letter of the recent treaty forbid. This conduct has alarmed the English. Remonstrances and menaces; and warlike preparations are now made. Amidst the chief causes of complaint is the cession of the Mississippi, which if it were not deemed of immense importance; and if the English spirit had not become extremely hostile, would never have been drawn into a cause of war, as long as it is only an intended or suspected mischief, and as long as America is passive or neuter.”
“It is somewhat doubtful in what light the French may view the discontent of their mighty neighbors; what influence the threats of renewed war may have in their treatment of the Germans, Swiss and Italians. It is not so doubtful in what light they will regard their Mississippi project? They may pass the Rhine and the Po without the leave of England, but they cannot pass the sea without this permission. They may add Hanover and Tuscany to their empire, in defiance of the English, but they cannot send a man to garrison New Orleans, without their full consent.”
“If when our Ambassador arrives, the state of things be such that France is obliged to forgo her scheme, she will consent to sell. While she has hope of gaining the province, she will not barter it for money. That people are not idiots or madmen. Though prone enough to trample on the interests of others, they are not blind to their own. Their consent to sell, therefore, is an infallible proof that they are hopeless of gaining. If a man go to law for an estate of ten thousand a year, and consents, at any time, to sell his right to the adversary for six pence, it is plain that he hopes for nothing from his suit. And why then should we consent to buy? Why divert our revenue the smallest part of it, to channels from which it will never return. Why cast millions into the coffers of strangers, which might be so usefully bestowed on the improvement of our half deserts: in making our rivers and roads passable: in harbors commodious and secure: the hostile and independent savages around us, husbandmen and citizens: or in annihilating public debts?”
“But, doubtless, whatever be our resolution as buying, it is desirable to place France in that situation which will prompt her to sell: that is, it is our interest to make the execution of the contract of cession impossible. What are the present scruples and apprehensions of France; what the councils of the English? how far the latter may be prompted to oppose the sailing of a squadron, either by new provocations and alarms, or by a more careful meditation on the consequences of this scheme, we cannot certainly know. The delay of the armament, its destruction by the elements, the change of its course from the Mississippi to St. Domingo, the hostilities of England, are all desirable events, and probable, but not certain. It is incumbent on us, therefore, to do what in us lies to make them certain. The occupation of the province by our troops, will give us this inestimable certainty. We shall ravish it from Spain in consequence of injuries received from Spain. If the French deem themselves the injured party, and have the folly to attempt to wrest it

us, what but defeat and disappointment must pursue them? An enemy's fleet might as well attempt to ascend the clouds, as to ascend this river without the permission of the occupant. The current always strong, is impetuous during the first six or eight months of the year, when the river overflows. There is no possibility of remaining the middle stream, and those who mount the river are obliged to creep along the right shore, where the torrent somewhat slackens, and to make their way, painfully and slowly, by the aid of ropes fastened to trees. For forty miles must they thus struggle against nature, and then the fort of Paquemin presents an insurmountable bar to their further progress. This fort is raised in the midst of a bog, through which, from the upper country, an artificial road is maintained, wide enough for one man to tread. On every other side is water and swamp, in which the very shadows of men would sink. The heavy guns of this fortress have absolute command of the channel, and the shipping, always thwarted by the torrent, and incapable of anchorage, lies at their mercy.
"To land troops east or west of the mouth of the river, is a project equally chimerical. An army that should march from either side, would encounter incessant torrents, impenetrable thickets and an universal bog. These obstacles would not render the success of an invasion by sea merely doubtful; they would render it impossible. But admitting that human perseverance would surmount even physical impediments like these; it is plain that when the defenders are not less numerous and brave than the assailants, when all these natural obstacles are seconded by well appointed troops, that the cause of invaders must be desperate. (To be Continued.)
PHILADELPHIA, March 25. Arrived, ship Commerce, West, Calcutta, via New York; sloop Sea Flower, Bird, New York, 3 days.
Cleared, ship Thomas Chalkley, Gibson, St. Croix; brigs Polly, Mullen, St. Thomas; Eliza and Sarah, Whitehead, Antigua; Joseph and James, Watson, Port Republican; fchr. Eliza, Bingham, Cayenne.
The schooner Anna, capt. William Jackson of Charleston, with a cargo of 249 bales of cotton for Beauport & the adjoining islands, was, on the night of the 4th inst. entirely consumed by fire, between Morgan's and St. Helena Islands. The following particulars of this unfortunate event are furnished by a gentleman who was passenger on board: The sch'r having come to anchor early in the evening the passengers and crew retired to bed, the captain having previously had all the fire put out; but apprehensive of some accident from the carelessness of the crew he again went on deck, and saw every thing secure—soon after they had fallen asleep, they were roused with the dreadful cry of fire; and on leaving the cabin, found the cotton on deck, sails and rigging, in a blaze. The night had been remarkably calm, but it now commenced blowing with great violence from the westward; and in a few moments the vessel and cargo were enveloped by this destructive element. The captain and crew jumped into the boat, which was fortunately in the water, whence captain Jackson, with a spirit and intrepidity that does him credit, got into the cabin windows, although on fire, and handed out the trunks, &c. of the passengers—he was with much difficulty persuaded to leave the vessel, and had scarcely got into the boat when the quarter deck fell in.
Throughout this distressing scene, capt. Jackson acted with the greatest coolness and judgment; and in his exertions to preserve the property was much burnt—the cable having been cut, the vessel was blown ashore; but a very small part of the cargo, however, was saved.
BALTIMORE, March 25. Extract of a letter from an American gentleman of much respectability at Paris, under date of the 20th of Dec. 1802. "Our countrymen here who have long standing claims on this government, are very disappointed indeed: After being buoyed up with the hope of receiving payments at the restoration of peace, and especially after the ratification of the convention between the United States and France, they see now that they have as little prospect of receiving any adequate
payments as ever. There is hardly any one of them here but would gladly take 40 per cent. of the amount of their respective demands. It is generally believed that peace between this country and England will not be of a long continuance; both governments appear to be distrustful of each other, though it is place be resorted by many of the English nobility who are much concerned. A strong party is working in England to bring back Mr. Pitt into administration; should they succeed it is generally thought that war would become inevitable, and that it would immediately take place. This country keeps up a most expensive military establishment, say four hundred and fifty thousand land forces, which by the estimate of the minister of war cost an annual expence of two hundred and sixty two millions tournois, whilst the whole revenue is but about four hundred and seventy millions—of course you may easily judge of the embarrassed circumstances of this country's finances. This will account for the non payment of about one hundred and fifty millions tournois they owe to foreigners of all nations; they are even anticipating always about nine months on the national revenue for the daily expenditure of government, and there is to this moment no mode proposed to extinguish this deficit. Trade is dull and private confidence exhausted by numerous failures which have lately taken place in this capital."
Alexandria Advertiser. MONDAY, MARCH 28.
Died last night, Doctor ROBERT BLACK, of this town. His friends are invited to attend his funeral this afternoon at half past four o'clock, from his lodging in Cameron street, next door to Mr. T. Irwin's.
Some of the southern papers contain a marvellous account of an attack alleged to have been made on a British ship by lieutenant Sterrett in the United States sloop of war Enterprize, in which (it is related) sixty of the English ship's crew were killed. The story is false in every particular but the following—a British merchantman being met off the Barbary coast by the Enterprize, refused to hoist her colors, upon which the Enterprize threw a shot across her, and still persisting in not shewing colors, a shot was thrown in such a way as to indicate a determination to make her shew whether she was or was not a pirate, and with success. The British skipper complained at Gibraltar of this act of compulsion—and received in return a severe reprimand for not shewing his colors; but not a shot was fired into the ship, and of course the 60 killed were mere men in buckram. Aurora.
It is reported that the dey of Algiers has refused to accept the stipulated sum of 30,000 dollars, sent by our government under conventional obligations. [ibid.]
The Federalists are called "hawks." This is democratic cant. The crimes of a Cataline are charged upon them, and if we are to believe assertions, there is a conspiracy to overturn the government by sedition and civil war. Look at the motives of Federalists. Is there one which does not concern & the honor interest of the country? Who are to be sufferers in the event of war? The Federalists, the men of property. But the people of Kentucky and Tennessee are not Federalists. Yet they are the men who have manifested disposition to do for themselves what the government would not do for them. Mr. Davis ridiculed the tender resolutions of Mr. Randolph. And yet Mr. Davis is not a Federalist. But he has spirit and independence of sentiment, and saw nothing in those peurile effusions, but insult added to injury. No measure of redress was proposed; they were offered Mr. Randolph's sympathy for their wrongs, and this was to make them contented under the loss of property, and the smart of violated faith.
The next step, was a letter from Mr. Jefferson to the Governor of Kentucky, informing him, that his sensibilities were duly affected with the "occlusion" of New Orleans, and that Chevalier D'Yrujo, the son-in-law of Governor Mc Kean, had in fact, written to the Spanish Intendant! This was just as efficient as Mr. Ran-
dolph's resolutions. The Chevalier as a public officer had no authority over the Intendant; this, therefore, as a public measure, was absurd. The Intendant treated the interference with contempt, as he had derived his authority from a higher source, and did not feel himself accountable to the son-in-law of Governor Mc Kean for its use. Here again the western people were led to expect relief, and the Aurora derived much consolation from the expected influence of the Minister. But it proved to be (what every unprejudiced man saw at first) a mere bubble, a toy, a scrap of paper, ridiculed by some and treated with contempt by others.
The plot had now thickened, and Mr. Monroe came forward in the dress of a foreign minister. This measure was of the same character with the others, though more important in its consequence. We do not say that a Minister ought not to have been sent in the progress of these difficulties; but we have no hesitation in saying, that Mr. Monroe, of all others, was the best qualified to insure the dependance of this country upon France. He has been tried, and found ready to purchase, with abject submission and money, the favor of the great nation. What, then, are we to expect from this mission but new proposals of humiliation, and new sacrifices, as the conditions of our dependance? Two Millions have been voted in secret, to be placed at the disposal of the executive and some months hence we may ask Mr. Monroe whether he has got its equivalent in promises and protections. There is little doubt that Bonaparte will be willing to satisfy Mr. M. with these; there is none that he will be satisfied with them. He is an instrument to be played upon; a figure of wax to take any impression or be moulded into any form by the plastic hand of the First Consul.
At length a growing sense of public indignation of such delusive policy, when some measure of defence was loudly demanded, produced the resolutions of Mr. Ross. Here a spirit of patriotism was kindled. The patriotic and eloquent efforts of Ross Morris, Mason and others, coinciding with a general sense of justice, drove our trembling administration from its system of false economy, and dissolving popularity. Mr. Brackenridge substituted resolutions, which, general and inefficient as they are, show the pressure of public sentiment.
In fine, the whole system of measures, relative to this interesting subject, has been absurd and feeble in itself; disgraceful to the country, and deeply injurious to those it pretended to relieve. At home it has manifested concern in words, and spirit in sensibility; abroad it has exhibited a spectacle of tameness under injuries wantonly inflicted which always invites repetition. It neglected to prepare when preparation would have had its influence; and it now places the administration in the awkward situation of assuming a virtue they do not possess, and of attempting the character of patriotism by compulsion. An appearance of spirit, when the secret is out that there is none; an attitude of resistance, when it is known how painful it is, constitutes our bulwark and our strong defence.
Well, the French will soon have possession and become a neighboring nation. All restrictions will probably be taken off, violated rights be restored, and Victor will tender his assurances of amity. This will coincide with the plans of Bonaparte; it will brighten the face of the administration with joy; it will finally ruin the country. The Emperor of the Gauls at present is occupied in planning the downfall of England; and to do this with greater certainty of success, it must stand unaided by coalition. Why then should fresh aggressions provoke it, when the designs of the settlement upon our borders are secondary, and can be deferred without hazard or inconvenience? Nay, they can be with advantage; for time is necessary to give operation to that system of policy which has subdued the finest countries of Europe. An interest must be created, a faction must be formed of the materials which human nature furnishes, to prey upon the vitals; till force is hardly required to finish what Jacobinism had begun. To do all this will require an interval of professions and sunshine. Such an administration as ours will love to bask in it; and we shall bear much of their adroitness and wisdom. A few millions will be deemed well spent in procuring tranquility upon our borders; and we shall be called upon to admire the artifices of our own ruin. We must look pleasant while the poison is mingling for
us, which though slow in its operation, is sure of its effect.
Can it be necessary to cite French history to this point? Look at the map of Europe. Is then a query what means the lines of empire have been thus extended. You can hardly open a book published during the last ten years, which will not afford some information. Still the same policy will be practised with the same success. Tho' the marks, which Experience, with a scourge of scorpions, has left upon others, are constantly before us, we still invite the stroke. [Pal.]
PORT OF ALEXANDRIA. ARRIVED, Sloop Blackbird, Patton, Bermuda. DENTISTRY.
THE Ladies and Gentlemen of Alexandria are respectfully informed, that T. BRUFF, Dentist, Inventor and Patentee of the Perpendicular Extracting Instrument, is now at Mr. Gadsby's, beginning to fulfil his appointments, and will receive fresh applications for a few days to come.
Those who are injured in their speech, as well as their appearance, by the loss of their teeth, may have transplanting done in a permanent manner, or artificial teeth set after the most perfect model of nature. Those who wish to have their teeth restored to their natural elegance, with instruments that cannot injure the enamel, and without pain, have now an opportunity.
He gives immediate and effectual relief in all cases of scurvy; prevents hollow teeth from further decay, and extracts such as are too far gone to save, with a degree of ease to the patient of which no other instruments are capable.
Parents who with their children to grow up with sound and regular teeth, may have them on his subscription list (where the terms are stated) at Two Dollars per year, and regularly attended.
From the increasing demand for his DENTIFRIE, he has brought with him a larger supply than usual, and will make a proper allowance to those who buy to sell again. March 28. eo
Turk's Island Salt.
Just received 1600 bushels of Turk's Island SALT, afloat at Colonel Ramsay's wharf, and for sale by J. and J. H. TUCKER. March 28. d
Flowers for Sale.
THE subscriber intending to leave this country, will offer for sale, a great quantity of FLOWERS, collected with great care, knowledge and choice, viz.
About two thousand of the best HYACINTHS imported from Harlem, consisting of about 300 different sorts, in color and size, all of the most valuable kind that can be procured.
Also, from 2 to 3000 TULIPS of the first quality, consisting of 250 different sorts, imported from Harlem and parts of Flanders, where those flowers are found in the greatest perfection. The hyacinths will be in full bloom about the 21st of April, and will be sold on that day at 10 o'clock in the morning, in parcels, to the highest bidder, at my plantation near Bladensburg, if fair, if not the first fair day.
I will also sell at the same time my GARDNER, a Negro man 35 years of age, with his wife and children; he has been a waiter, is a very good gardener and shoemaker; the woman is about 30 years of age, a good cook, washer and sews tolerably well. H. STIER. March 28. 31 5 & 8th A
Notice.
I DO hereby forewarn any person from taking an assignment of a Bond given by the subscriber to Charles Shaw, for the purchase of a horse, which the subscriber believes was unsound before the sale. The bond was given for the sum of seventy-three dollars, and dated the 30th day of January, 1803. JOHN BROWN. March 28. e31t
Printing in all its variety executed at this office.

SAMUEL BISHOP,
BOOKSELLER, & STATIONER
Respectfully informs the Public that he has received from Lee & Co's Patent and Famil Medicine Store, Baltimore, a fresh assortment of the following
Valuable Medicines,
Which are in high esteem and general use throughout the United States, many of them being sold cheaper than the drug, of which they are compounded, could be purchased at a retail Store.
TAKE NOTICE,
That S. Bishop is appointed the ONLY Agent for Alexandria.
DR. HAMILTON'S ELIXIR,
Asovereign remedy for Colds, Obstinate Coughs, Asthma, Catarrhs, Sore Throats, and Approaching Consumptions. To parents who have children afflicted with the HOOPING COUGH.
This discovery is of the first magnitude, as it is an immediate relief, checks the progress, and in a short time entirely removes the most cruel disorder to which children are liable—the Elixir is so perfectly agreeable and the dose so small, that no difficulty arises in taking it.
From LUTHER MARTIN, Esq. Attorney General of the State of Maryland.
Gentlemen, I comply with your request in stating my opinion of Hamilton's Elixir. It has been used in my family for two or three years past, with uniform success, whenever colds, coughs, or similar complaints have rendered medicine necessary. I have myself found it an excellent and agreeable remedy for a very painful and troublesome affection of the breath, accompanied with soreness and with obstructed and difficult breathing.
On these accounts I do not hesitate to recommend Hamilton's Elixir, as a valuable medicine, and deserving public attention.
LUTHER MARTIN.
Mr. Abijah Henly, Bridge-Street, Baltimore, was cured by one bottle of Hamilton's Elixir of a very complicated disorder, occasioned by a severe cold caught several months ago. He breathed with the greatest difficulty, and was often thrown into weakening sweats when he attempted to walk any distance, and his voice would frequently fail in such a degree that he could only attempt to whisper, he has been upwards of six weeks without a return of his complaints, and desires to give this public testimony in favour of this invaluable medicine.
Dr. Hamilton's
GRAND RESTORATIVE,
Is recommended as an invaluable medicine, for the speedy relief and permanent cure of the various complaints which result from dissipated pleasures—juvenile indiscretions—residence in climates unfavourable to the constitution—the immoderate use of tea, frequent intoxication, or any other destructive intemperance—the unskilful or excessive use of mercury—the diseases peculiar to females, at a certain period of life—bad lying in, &c. &c.
And is proved by long and extensive experience to be absolutely unparalleled in the cure of    Nervous disorders,  Violent cramps in the stomach and back,    Consumptions,  Indigestion,    Lowness of spirits,  Melancholy,    Loss of appetite,  Gout in the stomach,    Impurity of the blood,  Pains in the limbs,    Hysterical affections,  Relaxations,    Inward weakness,  Involuntary emissions,    Seminal weakness,  Obstinate gleet,    Fluor albus, (or whites)  Impotency, &c. &c.    Barrenness,   
In cases of extremity, where the long prevalence and obstinacy of disease has brought on a general impoverishment of the system, excessive debility of the whole frame, and a wasting of the flesh, which no nourishment or cordial could repair, a perseverance in the use of this medicine has performed the most astonishing cures.
HAMILTON'S ESSENCE and EXTRACT OF MUSTARD,
A safe and effectual remedy for gout, rheumatism, palsy, sprains, bruises, pains in the face and neck, &c. And has performed more cures in the above complaints than all the other medicines ever before made public.
From Dr. Weatherburn, Wythe county, Virginia.
Gentlemen, I purchased at your shop the preparations you call Hamilton's Essence, or Extract of Mustard, which I believe has perfectly removed a chronic rheumatism (of that kind named sciatica, or of the hip joint) under which I had laboured for a long time, and which had baffled every article in the Materia Medica, and every mode of treatment received into practice for the cure of this obstinate disease. If you think this letter useful you are at liberty to make it public.
Yours, &c. P. WEATHERBURN.
John Hoover, rope-maker, South Second-Street, between Mary and Christian-Streets, Philadelphia, voluntarily maketh oath as follows, namely, that his wife, Mary Hoover, was so severely afflicted with a violent rheumatism, very dangerously situated, the consequence of a severe cold after lying in, as to be confined to her bed for several weeks, and was at length reduced to the melancholy apprehension of remaining a cripple for life, notwithstanding the most respectable medical advice was followed, and every probable remedy attempted: when seeing several cases of cures performed by Hamilton's Essence and Extract of Mustard, they were procured from Mr. Birch, No. 17, South Second-Street. The first application enabled her to walk across the room, and the use of one bottle restored her to her usual state of health and strength.
JOHN HOOVER.
Sworn and subscribed before Ebenezer Forger, one of the Justices of the peace for Philadelphia County.
HAMILTON'S
WORM DESTROYING LOZENGES
Which have within four years past cured upwards of one hundred and twenty thousand persons of both sexes, of every age, and in every situation, of various dangerous complaints arising from worms, and form obstructions or louels in the stomach and bowels.
This medicine bears no analogy whatever of similar title, is commonly compared as operating with violence; on the contrary, a particular excellence of this remedy is its acting suited to every age and constitution; contains nothing but what is perfectly innocent, and is so mild in its operation that it cannot injure the most delicate pregnant lady, or the tenderest infant of a week old, should no worms exist in the body; but will, without pain or griping, cleanse the stomach and bowels of whatever is foul or offensive, and thereby prevent the production of worms and many fatal disorders. They are particularly efficacious in carrying off a gross humours and eruptions; feverish and bilious complaints, and are the safest and mildest purgative that can be used on any occasion. Description of Worms, and the symptoms by which they are known.
Worms which infest the human body, are chiefly of four kinds, viz. the Teres or large round worm, the Ascarides, or small maw worm, the Cucurbitina, or short, flat, white worm, and lastly, the Tania, or tape worm, so called from its resemblance to tape; this is often many yards long, and is full of joints; it is most hurtful, and most difficult to cure.
Among the symptoms attending worms, are disagreeable breath, especially in the morning—Bad and corrupted gums—itching in the nose and about the feet—Convulsions and epileptic fits, and sometimes privation of speech—staring and grinding of the teeth in sleep—irregular appetite, sometimes loathing food, and sometimes voracious—Purgis, with slimy and fecal stools—Vomiting—Large and hard belly—Pains and sickness at the stomach—Pains in the head and thighs, with lowness of spirits—Slow fever, with small and irregular pulse—A dry cough—Excessive thirst—Sometimes pale and unhealthy countenance, and sometimes the face bloated and flushed.
Persons afflicted with any of the above symptoms, should have immediate recourse to HAMILTON'S WORM DESTROYING LOZENGES, which have been constantly attended with success in all complaints similar to those above described.
A dose of this medicine given occasionally during the warm season, will effectually prevent the vomiting and purging of children, a dreadful disorder which annually destroys thousands of the infant part of our cities. It is likewise the mildest and most certain remedy known and has restored to health and strength a great number when in an advanced stage of this fatal complaint. Particular and plain instructions are given for every part of the necessary treatment in such cases.
Children generally take this medicine with eagerness; having a pleasing appearance, and a agreeable taste.
CASES OF CURES.
(Selected from thousands) the authenticity of which any person may ascertain, either by letter or personal application.
TAPE WORM.
Mr. SAMUEL FULLER, Inn-keeper, on the Hartford road, ten miles from Baltimore, began about 20 months ago to be grievously afflicted with a tape worm, which increased fast in size and strength, so as to excite the most horrid sensations by its writhing motions and intolerable pains, resembling the gnawing and tearing of his bowels, which deprived him of his necessary sleep, and caused such dreadful apprehensions as cannot be conceived but by one in a similar situation—his appetite waned rapidly, and with that his strength, so that he was unable to attend to any business—when he heard of some excellent cures performed by Hamilton's worm lozenges, he took a large dose, which brought away about FOUR YARDS of the worm (now in the possession of Lee & Co.)—but a renewal of his pains soon convinced him that this monstrous reptile had recovered its first vigour—Application was made to Lee & Co. for more of their medicine, with their advice—from which resulted the total expulsion of his formidable enemy, in several pieces, which he supposed to be SIX or EIGHT YARDS more. A few months have since elapsed, and Mr. Fuller is now in perfect health. The above facts are well known to a numerous circle of his neighbours, and himself will gratify any who may wish to make further inquiries on the subject. Although Hamilton's worm lozenges produce such powerful effects, when necessary, yet they are perfectly innocent and mild in their operation on the human body, even taken in large doses, as Mr. Fuller will testify—their particular mildness is abundantly evident in innumerable cures of infants.
Communicated by Dr. John Spangler, York-town, Pennsylvania. Letter from the reverend Mr. JOHN MOTHER, minister of the Moravian church, in York-town. York, January 4th, 1802.
Dear Sir, Dr. Hamilton's lozenges have been recommended to me as a very adequate means for the cure of children afflicted with worms, I procured a box for the use of my family, to try, whether by means of this medicine, I might be enabled to gain a point, which, to accomplish, different other means had proved abortive. My eldest boy had a very sickly appearance, was very restless at night, grew leaner from time to time; in short, he seemed to be in a precarious state of health, which would yield to none of the medicines administered, until I gave him two doses of lozenges, agreeably to the directions, which carried off a substance to an appearance a mercurius but upon close inspection quit repelled
with very small living animals. No trace of that sort of worms which usually afflict children, came from him. Since that period he grew remarkably better in health, and though lean, has got a fresh and lively complexion. Upon different occasions I have used this medicine as a purging substitute, and found it to answer exceedingly well, without bringing on belly-ache, or any of those disagreeable sensations, so often occasioned by purging medicines. Upon the whole, I judge this medicine to be, besides its main object, one of the most salutary means for restoring lost appetite, and promoting a proper state of digestion, by carrying off that bilious substance, which engenders so much indisposition both among children and adults.
I am, Sir, your most obedient servant, JOHN MOTHER.
DR. HAHN'S TRUE AND GENUINE GERMAN CORN PLAISTER.
An infallible remedy for corns, speedily removing them, root and branch, without giving pain.
THE GENUINE PERSIAN LOTION,
So celebrated among the fashionable throughout Europe, as an invaluable cosmetic, perfectly innocent and safe, free from corrosive and repellent minerals (the basis of other lotions) and of unparalleled efficacy in preventing and removing blemishes in the face and skin of every kind, particularly freckles, pimples, inflammatory redness, furrs, tatters, ring worms, sun burns, prickly heat, &c.
The Persian Lotion operates mildly, without impeding that natural, insensible perspiration which is essential to health. Yet its salutary effects are speedy and permanent, rendering the skin delicately soft and clear, improving the complexion, and restoring the bloom of youth. Never failing to render an ordinary countenance beautiful, and an handsome one more so.
THE RESTORATIVE POWDER for the TEETH and GUMS.
This excellent preparation comforts and strengthens the gums, preserves the enamel from decay, and cleanses and whitens the teeth, by absorbing all that acrimonious slime, & foulness, which suffered to accumulate, never fails to injure and finally ruin them.
DR. HAHN'S GENUINE EYE-WATER.
A sovereign remedy for all diseases of the eyes, whether the effect of natural weakness or of accident, defluxions of rheum, dullness, itching and films on the eyes, never failing to cure those maladies which frequently succeed the small pox, measles and fevers, and wonderfully strengthening a weak sight. Hundreds have experienced its excellent virtues, when nearly deprived of light.
TOOTH ACHE DROPS.
The only remedy yet discovered which gives immediate and lasting relief in the most severe instances.
THE SOVEREIGN OINTMENT for the ITCH,
Which is warranted an infallible remedy at one application, and may be used with perfect safety by pregnant women, or on infants a week old, not containing a particle of mercury, or any other dangerous ingredient whatever, and is not accompanied with that tormenting smart which attends the application of other remedies.
THE ANODYNE ELIXIR.
For the cure of every kind of head-ache.
INDIAN VEGETABLE SPECIFIC.
A safe and speedy remedy for the venereal disease.
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."
For the prevention and cure of bilious and malignant fevers,
IS RECOMMENDED
DR. HAHN'S ANTI-BILIOUS PILLS.
The operation of these pills is perfectly mild, so as to be used with safety by persons in every situation, and of every age.
They are excellently adapted to carry off superfluous bile, and prevent its morbid secretions—to restore and a need the appetite—to procure a free perspiration, and thereby prevent colds, which are often attended with fatal consequences—a dose never fails to remove a cold, if taken on its first appearance. They are celebrated for removing habitual costiveness—sickness at the stomach, and severe head ache—and ought to be taken by all persons on a change of climate.
Sold likewise by S. Pleasants, Richmond; Ross and Douglass, Petersburg; T. Green, Fredericksburgh; G. Purdie, Smithfield; M. Jones, Suffolk; Dr. Miller, Winchester; R. Green, how, Williamsburg; and J. Shaw-Leesburg.
BENJAMIN SHREVE, Jun.
Has for Sale on low terms, at his store, corner of Prince and Union Streets, 1700 bushels CADIZ SALT,
First quality Russia Cordage, assorted, Old Sable Iron, Sugar in hds. and barrels, Pepper and Casta, Boxes fresh Raisins, Sherry, Malaga, and } WINES. Catalonia, Barcelona Brandy, Hyson Skin, and Souchong Teas, Bales India Cottons, Checks and Calicoes, China and Longee romal Handkerchiefs, A few pieces Scotch Osnaburgs, Mould and dip Candles, Red Seal Leather, A few pieces elegant Furniture. March 17.
For BOSTON, The fast sailing (copper bottom) BRIG HARMONY, Robert B. Hall, Master. Intended to sail on Friday next.—For freight of two hundred bbls. or passage, having excellent accommodations, apply to JOHN G. LADD. Who offers for sale from said vessel, now landing at Merchant's wharf, 3 puncheons Jamaica Rum, 1 pipe Cogniac Brandy, 7 chests Gunpowder and Young Hyson Tea, Some Lime and Plaster of Paris. March 21.
JOHN G. LADD HAS JUST RECEIVED, per the snow Cornelia, and offers for sale, 100 pieces Russia Sheetings, 100 do. Ravens Duck, 52 bolts Russia Canvass, 2 bales fine Osnaburgs, 2 do. brown Rolls, 1 do. white do. 1 box Piatillas, 1 do. narrow Linens, 5 ton Russia clean Hemp, 2 do. Cordage assorted, 50 boxes Castile Soap, 100 do. brown Soap, 50 do. Spermaceti Candles, 10 casks Spermaceti Whale Oil, 20 do. Tanners' brown do. 6 bales of Glue, 16 Feather Beds with Bolsters and Pillows, 10 chests Hyson Tea, 11 hds. Molasses, 100 casks fresh Lime, 2 bbls. and 3 boxes Ladies fine fancy coloured Shoes, very cheap. March 10.
FOR SALE, A LIKELY NEGRO GIRL, about 16 years of age. Apply to the Printer. Dec. 18.
Just received and for Sale by JOSEPH DYSON, A QUANTITY OF FRESH ORANGES, By the hundred or smaller quantity. Jan. 10.
Just Received and for Sale, Sweet Oranges, Lemons, Limes and Cocoa Nuts. Also, A few boxes of excellent Havana SEGARS. J. DYSON. March 18.
Just Received, 250 sacks ground Allum Salt, in bags of four bushels each, for sale by WM. HODGSON. Feb. 26.
Notice. ALL persons having claims against the estate of Thomas Cave, of Dumfries, deceased, are requested to bring them for adjustment and payment; and all those indebted to the estate are respectfully called upon to make immediate payment to the executrix, it being her anxious wish to close all the accounts. MARY ANN CAVE. Alex. March 18.
NOTICE. Will positively be Sold, at Public Sale, on the premises, the first day of April if fair, if not the next fair day thereafter, A tract of LAND in the county of Loudoun, on Goose Creek, near the Mill formerly owned by Col. Simon Triplett, containing 500 acres, a considerable part of which is in Wood; formerly the property of Augustine Love, and by him conveyed to Alexander Gordon, and by said Gordon conveyed to the subscribers for the benefit of his creditors. One fifth of the purchase money to be paid on the day of sale, two fifths in twelve months, and the remaining two fifths in eighteen months from the day of sale; for which payments approved security will be required.
JONAH THOMPSON, BENJ. COMEGYS, JACOB HOFFMAN. Jan. 18.
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