Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-11-04 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. III.]
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1803.
[No. 902.
Sales 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,  Whiskey 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,  Queen's Ware, and 
ALSO,
A variety of DRY GOODS,
—AMONG WHICH ARE—
 Broad Cloths,  Cassimeres,  Kerseymeres,  Coatings,  Halfthicks,  Fearnought,  Blankets,  Planes,  Negro Cottons,  Worked and other Stockings,  Irish Linens,  Calicoes,  Threads,  Chintzes,  Bedticks,  Oznaburgs,  Sewing Silks,  Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs,  India Cottons, &c &c. 
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
October 24.
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 hhds. tiers and bds.  Coffee in tiers 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.
A variety of DRY GOODS,
Among which are,
 Cloths, Coatings,  Kerseymeres, Duffles,  Plains and Kerseys,  Negro Cottons, Serges,  Elasticks, blue Friezes,  Calimancoes and Russells,  Yarn Stockings,  Chintzes and Calicoes,  Irish Linens, Silesia do.  Oznaburgs and Ticklenburgs,  Muslins and Muslin Hand'fs,  India Muslins and Table Cloths  Bandanna Handkerchiefs,  Coloured Threads, Hats, 
And sundry other Articles.
P. G. MARSTELLER.
October 24.
RICKETTS, NEWTON & CO.
HAVE RETURNED TO TOWN,
And are now opening, and will be ready for sale
in a few days,
Their Fall supply of Goods :
 Consisting of superfine cloths, second do. coatings, fearnoughts, duffle blankets, point and rose do. striped kerseys, plaids, half thicks, cadders, kerseymeres, swandowns, velvets, corduroys and thicksets, Scotch carpeting, Brussels do. stuffs and corded dimities, canvas and twine, German linens, fine and sewing twine, threads and sewing filks. 
And have on Hand,
 70 hhds. Sugar,  4 do. Jamaica Rum,  12000 lbs. Green Coffee,  2000 bushels Salt. 
Oct. 26. d
To Merchants.
I WILL RENT for one year, or during my
life, a HOUSE and LOT in the town of Steven-
burg; there is a store room in the house well fitted
for the reception of goods, a counting room
adjoining the store, a large dining room and cham-
ber, with two fire places below stairs, four lodg-
ing rooms, with two fire places and a passage
above stairs, a large garret, and two large, dry
cellars; a granary, kitchen, smoke house, stable,
and a handsome falling garden. I have likewise,
two lots well enclosed in the said town, and some
vacant lots which I will rent with or separate from
the above described lot. The stand for business
is inferior to none in this place; the situation is
high and remarkably healthy, and commands a
fine prospect of the adjacent country and an ex-
tensive view of the Mountains.
ELIZABETH TALLIAFERRO.
Stevenburg, Culpepper County,
October 24. d3w
CARNE and SLADE
Have imported by the ships Ann and the United States, from Liverpool to this Port, the Atlantic, via New York, and the Phoenix from Bristol, via Baltimore, a very general and extensive assortment of
Hardware, Cutlery and Sadlery,
among which are,
Tin plate in boxes, sheet iron, sheet brass and handsome stove grates with large fire places for burning coal.
They constantly keep a general assortment of cut nails, country castings, looking glasses, wool and cotton cards, bar iron, steel and nail rods.
Oct. 31.
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CUTHBERT POWELL
Has received per the Ann and the United States, from Liverpool, and the Atalanta, from London, a general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
which he is now opening and offers for sale on the usual terms. He has also received a case of
Highly finished GUNS,
amongst which are a few ducking pieces. Also, English Gunpowder in qr. casks, and shot in bags.
Oct. 25.
d2w taw 2w
WILLIAM LADD
Has imported in the latest ships from England and Ireland, an assortment of
Irish Linens and Woollen Goods,
suitable to the season.
Oct. 17.
WILLIAM OXLEY
Has received by the Ann from Liverpool and Atalanta, via Baltimore, from London,
FALL GOODS,
which he offers for sale on reasonable terms.
Sept. 30.
d
TOWNSEND & PLUMB
Respectfully inform the public that they have just received and opened for sale, on Fairfax street, near the corner of Prince street, a handsome assortment of Ladies and Gentlemens'
SHOES :
Ladies' kid, Morocco and leather, with and without heels.
Spangled kid, with and without heels.
Misses Morocco and leather.
Mens' fine and coarse Shoes.
Boys' do. do.
Childrens' Morocco and leather, with a number of other kinds of shoes wholesale and retail.
Great attention will be paid to those who will please to favour them with their custom.
Oct. 29.
d3m
JUST ARRIVED,
From St. Petersburg, (Russia.)
The Ship Hunter, Capt. M'Knight :
Has on board, and will be landed and exposed
for sale in a few days,
The following Cargo :
Bar Iron, (old Sable) assorted,
First quality clean Hemp,
Do. Sail Duck,
Do. Ravens do.
White and Brown Sheeting,
Broad and narrow Diapers,
Drillings, &c. &c. Apply to
R. T. Hooe and Co.
J. and T. Vowell,
Lawrafsan and Smoot
N. B.—The Ship Hunter
is intended as a constant trader to Russia, and may be looked for early next fall, with a more general assortment of Russia Goods.
Lawrafsan and Smoot.
Oct. 6.
d
Merchant's Attend!!
THE subscriber will sell, on low
terms and easy payment, a LOT of GROUND
in the town of Port Tobacco, on which there are
a small dwelling house and kitchen, a large two
story store house and convenient granary and stable
in one of the best stands for the retail wet and
dry good business. If not sold by the 12th of
November next, it will be exposed to public sale on
that day. Mr. John E. Ford will contract for
and shew the premises, on application, at any time
previous to the day of sale. An indisputable title
will be made by
John M'Clenahan.
The above property was adver-
tised for sale on the 12th of the present
month, but has been necessarily post-
poned.
October 22.
dts.
Printing in all its variety exe-
cuted at this office.
For Falmouth and a Market.
The new Ship ANN,
Capt. Bradford,
A few hhds. of Tobacco will be taken on FREIGHT, to the address of T. Middleton & Co. London, if immediate application is made to the subscribers, who will make the usual advances on it.
Robert T. Hooe & Co.
Who have received, by late arrivals from Liverpool and London, a general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
which will be opened and for sale in a few days. Sept. 30. d
For Freight or Charter,
(To any port in the West Indies or the U. States)
THE SCH'R
DISPATCH,
JOSHUA PREBBLE, Master,
burthen 750 barrels. She is a fine staunch vessel, completely found and ready to receive a cargo immediately. Apply to the master on board at Gilpin's Wharf, or to
JOSEPH RIDDLE, & Co.
Sept. 7. d
Sale, Freight or Charter,
The Ship HERO,
burthen 200 tons or thereabouts, laid up will carry 300 hhds. or 2000 bds.
Has on board for sale,
20 pipes HOLLAND GIN.
For terms apply to the Master on board.
Thomas Cole.
Oct. 17. d
For New-York,
The fast sailing
Schooner Friendship,
JOHN QUANDRILL, master.
For Freight or Passage, apply to the master on board, lying at Merchant's wharf, or to
Philip Care, Union Street.
 Who has for sale,  100 casks single and FF Powder,  50 kegs first quality Ground Ginger,  100 bds. do. Shad,  40 bds. do. Herrings,  3000 bushels coarse and fine Salt, and  Best superfine Flour for family use. 
Oct. 18. d
For Freight or Charter,
The Ship CATO,
ELEAZER FREEMAN
Master;
burthen 450 hhds. Tobacco, a strong, staunch vessel. Apply to
Lawrafsan and Smoot,
Robert Young,
William Yeaton.
Oct. 6. d
For Freight or Charter,
The Schooner RESOLUTION,
Job Simmons, Master;
a complete, staunch vessel, burthen 950 barrels, ready to receive a cargo. Apply to
John G. Ladd,
at his dwelling house on Prince, between Fairfax and Royal streets.
Sept. 22. d
For Boston,
The Sch'r ELIZABETH,
Mirick Nickerson, Master:
For Freight or Passage apply to the subscriber, at his dwelling house on Prince, between Fairfax and Royal streets.
J. G. LADD.
Oct. 17. d
For Freight or Charter,
To EUROPE or the W. INDIES,
The Ship Maria,
SAMUEL JOHNSON, Master,
Burthen 1600 bds.
Now in complete order for a voyage. For terms apply to said master on board, lying in the stream or to
J. G. LADD,
at his dwelling house on Prince between Fairfax and Royal streets.
For sale on board said ship,
 250 casks R. I. Lime,  100 bushels Potatoes,  Few bales India Cottons. 
FOR SALE,
A good, strong, able, well conditioned carriage HORSE. Enquire of the Printer.
Nov. 1.
en3t
For Sale,
THE SLOOP
Diana, a good tight vessel,
carries 3000 bushels, or 600 barrels flour.
ALSO,
The Schooner Leboo,
burthen Five Hundred barrels. Both vessels are lying at our wharf, and will be sold on low terms.
We have received by the sloop Diana, 60 hhds. Guadalupe clayed Sugars, of good quality,
And have on hand,
 Jamaica Spirits,  Windward Rum,  Muscovado Sugars, first and second qualities,  Pork, Whiskey, &c. &c. all which will be sold at reasonable prices. 
JOHN & THOS. VOWELL.
Sept. 8. d
For FREIGHT, (Coastways)
The Schooner
SEA FLOWER,
ELVY DOUGHTY,
Master;
burthen 500 barrels, now lying at the upper side of Prince street wharf.
Apply to the master on board, or to Daniel M'Clean.
Who has for sale,
Coffee in bags entitled to a drawback. Oct. 20. d
For Freight or Charter,
The SHIP
Fair American,

JAMES BACON,  At his Store on King-Street, within one door of Washington-Street, has just received, a quantity of well assorted  PATENT SHOT, which, with a general assortment of Teas, Sugars, Coffee, Wines, Brandy, Spirits, and generally every other article in the grocery line, he offers for sale on the most moderate terms. Oct. 15. d
Douglass and Mandeville, Corner of King and Water Streets,  Offer for Sale on the most reduced Prices, 1st, 2d, and 3d quality  MUSCOVADO SUGAR, in hds and bbs. Loaf and lump Sugar in bbs. Young Hyson, and } TEAS, Souchong Malaga Wine in qr. casks, Fresh bloom Raisins in boxes, Best green Coffee in bags, Chocolate in boxes, of a superior quality, Mould Candles in boxes, Dipped do. do, 21 and 3d proof West India Rum, in hds. Molasses in hds. Shad and Herring in bbs. Rice in tierces, N. E. Rum in bbs. Whiskey in bbs. and tierces, Rhode Island Cheese of an excellent quality, Wrapping Paper, St. Ubes, } SALT Lisbon, } in sacks and in bulk, Ground Alum and Blown 190 tons of Plaster lying convenient to water carriage.  They continue to keep on hand a supply of choice fresh FLOUR, for the use of such families as may favor them with their custom. Nov. 2. d
HENRY K. MAY and Co.  HAVE FOR SALE, Few quarter casks Malaga Wine, Holland Gin, Wrapping paper, FF glazed Gunpowder, Nankens, and a small Invoice of  Canton Fancy Goods. Nov. 1. zzw 3w
ROBERT and JOHN GRAY  Have just received, A large supply of superfine Eagle, Henry the 8th, and Merry Andrew  PLAYING CARDS, and a few dozen blank Cards of a good quality. Nov. 2. d
PORT WINE in half pipes, Country Gin in pipes, 4th proof old Peach Brandy, Juniper Berries, Coarse Salt, Alabaster Chimney Ornaments, Printer's Ink—for sale by Daniel Murgatroyd, Oct. 31. cozw King Street.
PATENT SHOT Assorted, from BB a No. 5—best English Gunpowder F and FF. 20,000 lbs. Green Coffee, 20 hds. 1st quality Muscovado Sugar, 10 pipes fine old Port Wine, 30 hds. and qr. casks Catalonia, 30 qr. casks choice Sherry, 20 do. Lisbon of a superior quality, 10 pipes London particular Madeira, 20 qr. casks rich Malaga, And a general assortment of spirituous Liquors, Teas and Groceries offered for sale by R. B. Jamesson. Oct. 26. eorm.
The Marine Insurance Association continue to meet at their office every day from 12 till 2 o'clock. Wm. Groverman, Broker. Oct. 12. eo
JAMES S. SCOTT TAILOR,  Has received his FALL assortment of  FANCY GOODS, Which he will dispose of on the most reasonable terms, by the yard, or make up, on the shortest notice to suit the taste of any:  Amongst which are the following; SUPERFINE black, blue, drab, claret, cinamon, bottle green, different shades; light, dark, and Oxford mixtures; also, one-piece superfine milled French blue, suitable for cloaks; cassimeres, velvets, velveteens and cords all colors; fancy swandowns, Russian ditto, silk molekin & velvet;—with a number of different coloured coatings and napt frizes, some of which are milled;—flannels, twilled and plain, fashionable and plain buttons, &c. &c.  Four good Journeymen wanted immediately. October 27. d
FOR SALE,  Bills of Exchange on London. Wm. HODGSON.
CONGRESS OF THE  UNITED STATES.  HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. MONDAY, October 24.
IMPORTANT DEBATE  On Mr. R. Griswold's resolution for calling on the president for the evidences of title to the province of Louisiana.
(CONTINUED.)
The house having proceeded to consider the resolution, when Mr. J. Randolph rose and said, I hope the house, will not agree to this resolution. I am well aware of the consequences which may result from requiring papers from the executive before the business comes fully before the house. The gentleman who brings it forward, has varied a little in mentioning the word subject . I know it is a favorite expression with the gentleman. The peculiar penchant of some gentlemen for this expression, will be an excuse for my varying my phraseology. A commissary has been sent from France to Louisiana, to do that which may be necessary, and of which the gentleman is doubtful, and to transmit his proceedings to the president of the United States. It appears by this that provision is making on the part of France, to put us in possession of the territory, and of the citizens of Louisiana, as soon as we on our part ratify the treaty.—There is, therefore, a necessity for our making provision to carry it into effect.—There was in the famous treaty with Great Britain, objections, almost innumerable. Language of this kind was then held up in the house, it was said we detest your treaty. A treaty now very different from that of London—a treaty advantageous and popular is made with France. If we find it a good treaty we surely ought to make provision for it. Shall we take an exception to our own title, when France has pledged herself for its validity? Shall we refuse to be put in possession? Can any gentleman doubt that as far as France can bestow, we have a title? Can they doubt, but that France has not a title from Spain? Will our passing an act to make provision for carrying this treaty into effect, impair our title? If it should hereafter appear that Spain has a title, and that title is un-conveyed to France, it certainly will not. It appears to me that it will be little better than a mockery to enquire, at this time, whether we have a title to this territory. So long as we are informed by the executive that we are to be put in possession, and that he has power so to do, we need not, in the present instance, inquire farther.
Mr. Lyon. I rise only to observe that I think this resolution has been brought forward in a disrespectful manner. Had it been decent and respectful I should have voted for it. It implies that the executive has made a bargain to which he had no title. I wish the gentleman who brought this resolution forward had shown a little more respect for the executive. I have, for my own part, no objection to the documents being brought forward. I think they should be brought forward—Every person might have seen the fact from the newspapers—I only rose to mention the manner in which this business has been brought forward.
Mr. Goddard. The object to be obtained by seeing the papers requested to be laid before us, is to ascertain, whether France, from whom we have received a cession of Louisiana, had derived from Spain, any title to that country—Gentlemen say that it is unnecessary for us to know this: that France has declared in the treaty, that she has an 'incontestible title to the domain and to the possession of the said territory.'—Such indeed are the words of the treaty, but France has not left the matter here—If that declaration had been simply made, there would have been more in the argument—but the treaty has gone further, and told us what that incontestible title is—And what is it? All the title of France to the ceded territory is derived from the third article of her treaty with Spain, of the 1st of October, 1800. That article is introduced into the treaty, now on our tables, and is nothing more than a promise on the part of his Catholic Majesty, 'To cede to the French republic six months after the full and entire execution of the conditions and stipulations herein, relative to his royal highness the Duke of Parma, the colony and province of Louisiana,' &c. Our treaty with France then goes on to say, 'and whereas in pursuance of the said treaty, and particularly the third article, the French republic has an incontestible title,' &c. So that France not only tells us that she has an incontestible title to the ceded territory, but she also tells us what that incontestible title is—and it is
nothing but a promise on the part of Spain, to cede six months after the fulfillment of certain conditions relating to the Duke of Parma; What then do we purchase upon the face of the treaty itself? Not a country, but his Catholic Majesty's promise to cede a country at a future time and on certain conditions. Now, as the treaty itself furnishes no evidence of title, we enquire for the evidence on this subject. We ask, have the conditions of the treaty between France and Spain, ever been fulfilled? Have the six months elapsed? If so, let us see the actual cession which Spain promised to make. If not, has Spain ever waived the performance of these conditions, and thereby yielded the title to France? If Spain has ever done this, we ask for the evidence of it. Let us know whether Spain assents or dissents to our taking possession of the country.
This information, we desire, not for the purpose of ratifying or rejecting the treaty; this belongs to the president and senate alone, but for the purpose of enabling us to judge, what laws are necessary to be passed, or whether any, for the government of the country.
But it is said that the treaty provides that a commissary shall be sent by France, to the ceded territory, to receive its possession from Spain and transmit it to us.
Is it therefore of no importance to us to know, whether France has any title? If the commissary cannot receive possession from Spain, he cannot transmit it to us. But suppose the mandate of the First Consul of France, is now law to Spain, may not the time come, when a different state of things will exist? And may we not before we pay fifteen millions of dollars, enquire whether our title to the territory is sound.
But a gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Randolph) has said that there is a great difference between this case and that of the British treaty to which he has referred. In that case, says the gentleman the house of Representatives said to the president, 'sir we detest your treaty'. But this treaty the gentleman says, has been hailed by the country as a blessed thing. I do not know sir, how the people of this country can have expressed their approbation of this treaty. It is now for the first time, been made public, and its terms and conditions have been heretofore unknown, and I cannot suppose that the people of this country will consider it as a blessed thing to pay fifteen millions of dollars for a country, to which they get no title.
Mr. Smilie. I remember something of the kind, that has been observed by the last gentleman who spoke, and it would be well to look into it. It was said upon a former occasion that we had no right to call for papers, and I still think so; but we may judge how far it is necessary now to call for them. (Mr. S. here read the resolution moved to call for papers pending the British treaty.) I see no occasion for so doing in the present instance.
Mr. J. Randolph. I should be willing to call for papers were they necessary, but I see no reason for the present resolution. The president has treated with the first consul of France for Louisiana; & the Senate has ratified the treaty. The French have declared that they will send a commissary to give possession, as soon as the treaty was ratified by the senate. That has already been done, and I can state to this house that there is now a commissary there on the part of France.
Mr. Elliot. I greatly admire the talents of the gentleman who moved and supported this resolution, but I think it premature. The first of these gentlemen is not only inquisitive but indefatigable—the second, ingenious and animated. The gentlemen wish to have it ascertained whether we have a title to Louisiana. It is very true we have not attained an absolute jurisdiction, because the terms of the treaty are not yet complied with.—The gentlemen's enquiries are visionary. Young as I am, and little versed in the subject, I am unwilling to enter at length upon it. The president tells us that the enlightened government of France has on certain conditions, and under certain stipulations conveyed Louisiana to the U. States of America. The gentleman Mr. (Goddard) asks will the people be content to pay fifteen millions of dollars—not for a territory, but for a promise? It was stipulated between France and Spain, that Spain should cede Louisiana upon certain conditions to the duke of Parma within six months. I acknowledge it to be only an assertion of the French that they have a title, and I confess that we do not receive at present any more than their title to the territory. No such consequences can result as those deprecated by the gentleman from Connecticut—they are premature. A treaty has been entered into by which France has transferred the right of domain, and they send a commissary to deliver possession to the U. States. Now if the treaty is carried into effect we must have a legal title and acquire possession. We ought to do every thing in our power to carry the treaty into effect—for we are not subject to pay a single cent until we are put in possession. Presuming on the good faith of the French government, we may safely go on in making the provision. I conceive that the arguments of the two gentlemen from Connecticut, with their abilities can be of no avail.
Mr. Thatcher. The gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Smilie) has compared the resolution before us, to the call for papers respecting the treaty with Great Britain. There is not the
least similarity between the two cases. The resolution adopted by the house respecting the papers relative to the British treaty, was to request the President to lay before them, "A copy of the instructions to the minister of the United States who negotiated the treaty with the king of Great Britain, together with the correspondence and other documents relative to the said treaty," &c. The professed intention of those who voted for that resolution was to enquire into the merits and expediency of that treaty, and in case they disapproved of it to withhold the appropriations necessary to carry it into effect. It appears from president Washington's answer to the house (which the gentleman has read) that this was the ground taken at that time. He tells the house that in deliberating upon this subject it was impossible for me to lose sight of the principle which some have avowed in the discussion, or to avoid extending my views to the consequences which must flow from the admission of that principle." It was not pretended that the papers requested were necessary to assist the house in any act of legislation. If they had been, no doubt they would have been furnished. The president further observes, that "the treaty with Great Britain, exhibits in itself all the objects requiring legislative provision, and on these the papers called for can throw no light." We who support the motion of the gentleman from Connecticut do not assume the right to judge of the merits of this treaty, or to withhold the necessary appropriations to carry it into effect, provided it shall appear to have been constitutionally made and when thus made and ratified, we admit that a treaty becomes the law of the land. But we are called upon to legislate for a new territory. The object of the resolution under consideration is to ascertain whether we have acquired a new territory. By adverting to the 1st article of the treaty on the table, we find that Spain by the treaty of St. Idelfonso agreed to cede to France the province or colony of Louisiana, six months after the full and entire execution of certain conditions and stipulations relative to the duke of Parma." Our title to the colony of Louisiana must depend upon the execution of these stipulations on the part of France, it becomes then important to us to see the treaty of St. Idelfonso, that we may ascertain what the stipulations referred to were, and it is also highly important to ascertain whether Spain has consented to the cession of Louisiana to the U. States. If we have received from France what amounts only to a quit claim, and Spain has remonstrated against the cession. I presume the house would not think proper to institute and organise a government over this country. But if gentlemen are determined to take possession of Louisiana without the consent of Spain it may alter essentially the legislative provisions which will be adopted. For with the consent of Spain we may take possession with a corps of civilians; without it, we shall require an army of soldiers. Gentlemen tell us that they have seen an account of the consent of Spain published in a newspaper account. Are we then to legislate upon the evidence of a newspaper account? It is with great surprise I see opposition to this resolution from gentlemen on the opposite side of the house. I trust, sir, if we are to pass laws for the government of a new territory, it will at least be ascertained that we have a new territory to govern. (Debate to be continued.)
NEW-YORK, October 31.  [We are indebted for the following Letter to the Captain of the brig William, who arrived at quarantine on Thursday from Crooked Island.] To the Editor of the Mercantile Advertiser.
Sir, About two months ago I entered on board the sloop Independence, captain Daniel Markham, of Philadelphia, which loaded and sailed at Great Egg Harbour for the Bite of Leogane. After a passage of 23 days was boarded in the Bite, by a barge full of negroes, about 12 in number, who immediately took possession of the sloop, ordered all the crew below, and placed a centry at the cabin doors. One of the negroes who could speak English informed the captain they should not hurt him or the crew, for they were not at war with the Americans; but in about two hours, being a little intoxicated, they demanded the papers from the captain, which were immediately given to them, and were instantly torn to pieces and thrown overboard. Between 12 and 1 o'clock they called the captain on deck, stripped off his clothes, tied his hands behind him, stabbed him through the body, and then threw him into the sea. They called for the mate, who begged them to spare his life; but as soon as he made his appearance in the companion way, he was knocked down by a negro and thrown overboard. Not being quite dead, he cried out for help but they left him to perish.
Myself and a seaman named Lewis Reed, seeing this, jumped overboard, and made our escape by swimming ashore, it being about 4 or 5 miles distant, leaving two boys about the age of 16, who were most assuredly murdered. The sloop was taken into L'Archaye by the negroes, who informed the commander that her crew had jumped overboard, and were drowned, not knowing that two of us had made our escape.
After reaching the shore we wandered about in the cane fields until morning; where meeting with a negro man who understood English, he directed us to the commander Larosse, to whom we made our situations known, and he sent for the captain of the barge. Considerable blood being on the sloop's deck, he was asked how it came there? He replied, it was the blood of some

Who he had killed. We informed the commander there were only three fowls on board at the time of our capture; and he declared there was too much blood for three fowls. The captain was sentenced to be hung, but the persons concerned with him escaped punishment.
We lived with the commander until the latter end of July, when Louis Reedy entered on board and the schooner Federal, of and for Charleston, and I on board the brig William of Norwich, bound to New York, where we now lay at quarantine.
The crew of the Independence consists of Daniel Markham, captain killed; John Beldoch, mate, do. two boys do. Richard Patterson and Louis Reedy, escaped.
I am, Sir, your obedient servant, RICHARD PATTERSON. Quarantine Ground, Oct. 29, 1803.
We learn from captain Hayt, that the British blockading squadron at St. Pierres consisting of a 74 gun ship, a frigate, a brig, and a three masted schooner. American produce was very low, occasioned by the great number of vessels which had lately arrived there laden principally with provisions.
PHILADELPHIA. October 31.
Latest from EUROPE.
Yesterday arrived at this port, the ship Csonelia, capt. Bliss, in the excellent passage of 32 days from Bristol. The latest English papers brought by capt. Bliss, are to the 23d of Sept. Their contents, are not of great magnitude.
Capt. Bliss reports that as late as the 25th Sept. no events of consequence had transpired. Spain continued to preserve her neutrality; and Portugal, as yet, was exempt from French violence. In the North of Europe affairs remained in the same indecisive situation in which they were left by our last accounts. The English nation instead of dreading the threatened invasion, began to fear that the Corsican boaster had entirely relinquished his design. To meet the military ardor of the people, it was believed, some serious descents on the coast of France were meditated by the British government. Such an enterprize would be joined by a vast number of volunteers.
The last accounts from the ports of Holland represented the preparations for the invasion of England, as nearly in a state of completion. In the Texel there were said to be ready for sea eight ships of the line, a number of frigates, and 530 gun boats. At Flushing and other ports, 300 boats and several frigates. The boats are each 50 feet long, and 20 broad, capable to contain 50 men, and to carry two large caronades in the bow. The Dutch and French troops in Zealand amount to 24,000. It was said, that there were 15,000 French troops ready to embark at D'Eppe; and that Bonaparte, through his aid-du-camp, had given orders for all the military preparations to be ready on the 22d of September.
Agreeably to the proclamation of the king, all the aliens were flocking from the kingdom.
Mr. Merry, ambassador to the United States, was to sail from Portsmouth in the Phœnix frigate capt. Cockburn, about the 25th Sept.
The grand jury of Middlesex has found a bill against Wm. Cobbett, for an assault on the Editor of the True Briton.
The American ship Providence, bound to Amsterdam, was carried into Portsmouth, on suspicion of having Jerome Bonaparte on board, for the seizure of whose person the admiralty had ordered their cruisers to keep a vigilant look out.
The Indian Seas are infested by Malay pirates, more fierce and desperate than the corsairs of Barbary. A number of their prows were engaged with the East India company's cruiser the Swift, which after a severe struggle shattered and dispersed them.
The accounts from China stated that rebellion continued to rage in that country. On the 6th of the 12th moon, a dreadful conflict took place between the King's troops, amounting to thirty thousand, and the rebels. The latter were repulsed seven times and as often returned to the assault; they at length mounted the ramparts of the bastion where the king was in person. It was at this period that the fight became sanguinary beyond description—the King, placed in the centre of guards, sword in hand, dealt destruction all around.
About the conclusion of the afternoon, the ramparts were entirely cleared, and the gates were ordered to be opened; the King then at-tacked and followed the rebels to the banks of the river, where the engagement was renewed with redoubled fury, and the most dreadful slaughter commenced; for the gun boats played upon them in front, and the river being broad and rapid, and night coming on, thousands perished in the water. Wang Toukle, son of the Usurper, whose brother was King of Cochin China, and he himself governor of Tonking, fled to the mountains; but his younger brother had not equal good fortune. Thirty General Officers and Colonels, as well as 12,000 men, were taken prisoners; the numbers which are drowned are stated at 3000. The day after the battle, the King came to the capital, and issued orders to attack the fugitive rebels in every direction in the province of Quin Hou. In consequence of this order, which was immediately complied with, their army was attacked on the third of the second moon, in four different positions—to the South, General Ougtsen Quon with 40,000 men; to the East, the Queen's cousin landed 20,000 troops; to the North, General Dink Tah with 70,000 men; to the West, Gen. Donson was appointed with 40,000. All passages were guarded with strong detachments. On the 4th, they forced a defile to the North, which is called Benda Mountains! and the Generals of
the Northern Division were fortunate enough to effect a junction in the plain of Mou San. The loss of the enemy was inconceivably great, the killed amounting to 9000.
On the 7th, they again gave battle: the marine force were added to the army of the North and advanced to the southward gradually until the 15th of the moon, when a complete junction of all the armies was effected, to the number of two hundred thousand men! The enemy appeared to cover an extent of six miles at the foot of the mountains. Their commander in Chiet Shien Phoo; the general of the Rebel Marine force which had been previously burnt by the King, named Theu Do; the general Dou D. ue. kou, and their respective attendants, decamped in the night of the 16th or 17th of the 2d moon and retired to the mountains of Laos.
Thus matters remain, according to the latest intelligence received at Bombay; but certain advices have been transmitted to China, stating that the King, with a view to crush this formidable rebellion, which has existed with more or less consequence for these forty years, and at the same time to give due energy to his government, had set out on the 19th of the moon, with an army of 300,000, to Tonkin, to be publicly crowned.
Same day arrived the ship Orion, captain Arnold, in 35 days from Rochelle in France. By her we have French papers to the 22d Sept. which are considerably taken up with appointments to the different divisions and regulations of the army of England. Among them we find the appointment of gen. Andreossi as chief of staff at the camp assembled at St. Omars.
Gen. Berthier, minister of war, is appointed major gen. of the army of England, and Mr. Digan is appointed minister of war pro tem.
They also mention that the English frigates, have frequently fired on the towns, particularly Dieppe, St. Valery, Boulogne, and along the French coast; and that Halet Effendi, the Ambassador of the Ottoman Porte, to the French Court was arrived at Strasburg, on his way to Paris.
Captain Arnold mentions that the preparations for the invasion of England were still going on with the utmost vigour, that it was computed they had already three thousand boats compleated, that while they were amusing the British with their small boats, the ship yards were all employed in something of a larger cast, that in September, at Rochelle, the French had launched two ships of 120 guns each, and a third was nearly ready for launching. That all the vessels of every kind, except the fishing boats, were prevented going to sea by order of the First Consul, with, it is supposed, an intention of detaining the seamen for the use of the proposed invasion.
Capt. A. further mentions, that there was an army of 30,000 men at Bayonne, which it was said, hourly expected orders to march into Portugal; that it was well ascertained there had been a considerable disagreement between the First Consul and the Court of Spain, but at the time of sailing, it was said to be nearly, if not quite compromised between them.
The brig Jacob, of Norfolk, captain Eastwood, who came from Bourdeaux to Rochelle, where he took in a cargo of Wine for New York in going out of Rochelle harbour, about the 11th of September last, was run on shore by the Pilot, when her starboard side soon broke in. The vessel is lost, but the people and cargo saved.
Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4.
Minutes of the Proceedings of Congress taken for the Alexandria Advertiser.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNESDAY, November 2.
Mr. Early, of Georgia, presented a memorial and remonstrance of Zachariah Cox, stating a series of most extraordinary hardships and cruelties, which he suffered within the government of the United States.
The petition states that in the month of August, 1798, the petitioner passed down the river Mississippi, and arrived at the Natchez on the 11th, where a body of armed men surrounded his lodgings in the dead of night, and made him a prisoner—carrying him to a block house, in a part of which horses were kept, and where he was kept in close confinement for the space of ten days, by a detachment of soldiers under the pay of, and commanded by officers, of the army of the United States—That his health being greatly impaired, he was indulged with the liberty of occasionally using a little exercise, but was still confined, under which he continued thirty nine days and nights: that his remonstrances and entreaties for liberty were treated with disdain; that many gentlemen of great respectability interested themselves in his behalf, amongst whom was General Matthews, without effect—all their applications in his behalf being rejected.
Such Legislators, continues the petition, was the treatment experienced by a free citizen, who can boldly challenge the world to bring forward a single crime or dishonorable act.
In some time afterwards an accident offered an opportunity for the petitioner to escape, of which he did not hesitate to avail himself, and escaped to N. Orleans, where he immediately laid his case before the Governor. Upon hearing his situation the Governor ordered the petitioner into his presence, and after some expressions of astonishment, exclaimed, "My God! how came you here?" I have had information from General Wilkinson, that Zachariah Cox, is now at the head of a party of insurgents, or banditti, whose object is plunder—how can this mistake happen?
A few days afterwards a demand was made to the Governor to deliver up the petitioner to a detachment of the army of the United States, when he offered to surrender himself—but the Spanish Governor would not permit him so to do—observing that he was then under the protection of his Catholic Majesty, and should meet protection—but added, if he had committed any crime he would hereafter have to answer for it.
That the petitioner wishing to return to the United States, in order to sue for justice and satisfaction for his treatment as abovementioned, he proceeded down the Mobile river. In passing several tribes of Indians, he found that they had been instructed to interrupt him.
That in prosecuting his journey he was again seized at Nashville, in Tennessee, by a detachment of soldiers belonging to the army of the United States, and confined by them several weeks, and at length liberated, without the smallest compensation being made to him. From which, sufferings, and confinement, the petitioner lost his merchandise—his favorite servant, &c. Amounting to nine thousand Dollars.—His peace of mind has been destroyed, and his reputation blasted.
The Petitioner, after observing that the damage he had thus sustained had prevented his getting sooner to the Bar of this House, demanded justice—that his honour should be vindicated and his losses compensated.
Referred to a select committee of five.
Post Road to New-Orleans.
Dr. Mitchell observed that it was his wish, and the desire of many commercial men, that a mail should be regularly conveyed from the City of Washington to N. Orleans and other parts of Louisiana. He observed some parts of the present roads to that country was extremely bad, and winding—infested by robbers, and no regular accommodation for man or horse.—This banditti might rob the mail. He wished it to be enquired into in what manner the mail could be conveyed in safety. By another route asaving of four hundred miles might be gained. A large part of the road is owned by the Cherokee and Chickasaw nations—therefore, measures ought to be taken to quiet those people, and to explain to them the business. He therefore moved, "That the Committee on the Post Office and Post Roads be directed to enquire by what means the mail may be conveyed in the greatest security and dispatch to New-Orleans." Mr. Mitchell concluded with observing that the conveyance at present from New-York to New-Orleans often was not done under thirty days, and by the mode he proposed it might be performed in ten days.
Agreed.
Thursday, November 3.
Mr. J. C. Smith reported on the petition of Dennis Briscoe, who had leave to withdraw the same—and upon motion it was referred to a committee of the whole house.
A Message from the senate, agreeing to the ongrossed bill, respecting the appropriation of fifty thousand dollars, for carrying into effect the 7th Article of the treaty with Great Britain.
Petition of Philip Wilson, praying, that his case might not come within the statute of limitations
Petition of Achilles Douglas—stating that his horses and waggon, was pressed by the commanding officer of a detachment of Militia, in Orange County, Virginia, and by hard service, three of the horses died—and praying recompence.
Petition of Jason Beedle, for a pension as a wounded soldier.
These petitions were referred to a committee of Claims.
Petition of Henry Prescott and W. B. Prescott, for a Drawback on Merchandise shipped by them to a foreign Port—referred to a committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
Mr. Jackson, finding a diversity of opinion respecting his motion of yesterday—that a twentieth part of the nett proceeds of the sale of lands in Ohio, should be appropriated to making public roads—begged to postpone the same until the third
Monday in the present month, in order to give gentlemen a compleat opportunity of investigating the subject. Adjourned.
ROBERT T. HOOE and Co.
Has for Sale,
A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF
Coarse and fine Woollens, Irish and German Linens, Calicoes and Chintzes, Liverpool China, white and coloured, in assorted crates, Do. Stone Ware in crates, assorted, Sacking, coarse Hats in boxes, assorted, London Pewter, Scarlet Cardinals, Pipes in boxes, Paints in kegs, English Nails of all sizes. An assortment of Russia Linens and Diapers—Hemp and Iron.
Nov. 4.
For Sale, Freight or Charter, The Schooner GEN. PINCKNEY, a fine new vessel, built on this river, of about 520 barrels, well found, and in complete order to proceed immediately to sea. Apply to Robt. T. Hooe and Co. Nov. 4.
NEAR FERRY
To the City of Washington is now furnished with a double set of hands and boats, for the accommodation of the public during the RACES. The greatest exertion will be used for the despatch of those who may favour the subscribers with their custom.
Philip Alexander, Eliza. Washington. Nov. 4.
To Parents and Guardians.
THE Alexandria Academy under the direction of the Rev. Mr. Moffett will be opened on Tuesday next. Nov. 4.
NOTICE.
THE partnership of NICHOLSON & KILTON being dissolved by the decease of the latter, those who are indebted to them are requested to make payment to the subscriber, to whom also claimants will apply for settlement. Henry Nicholson. Nov. 4.
NOTICE.
The subscriber begs leave to inform her friends and the public at large, that she has opened a PORTER CELLAR in the Stone Warehouse, Union street, nearly opposite to her former Cellar, lately consumed by fire. She flatters herself that her old customers and others will again favour her with their custom. She will keep a constant supply of the first quality of Porter, which will be sold on reasonable terms, and every favour gratefully acknowledged by the public's devoted servant, MARGARET MYERS. Wanted a quantity of empty Bottles. Nov. 4.
Notice is hereby given,
THAT we intend to petition the next General Assembly of Virginia, for a law to establish a town at the Occoquan Mills, in the county of Prince William, under certain regulations. Ellicot, Campbell & Wheeler. Occoquan Mills, Oct. 5, 1803.
JUST IMPORTED
From London, and for sale at the subscriber's warehouse, on King street, 800 pieces well chosen printed Calicoes and Chintzes, which they are enabled to offer unusually low for cash, or on short credit.
Also—Cambric Mullins, fashionable ribbands and silk frills. Richd. Veitch and Co. Oct. 31.
Notice to Parents.
ON Monday next Mr. Davis will open his SCHOOL in Mr. Hooff's house on Duke Street, between St. Asaph and Pitt streets. Nov. 3.
NOTICE.
I WILL dispose of the whole of my Stock of DRY GOODS At present upon hand, at cost and charges, upon a liberal credit, where punctuality in payment may be relied upon. JAMES WILSON.
N. B. Those who are indebted to the Subscriber, are informed, if more convenient, to make payment in Fredericksburg, than in Alexandria, will please to do so, to Messrs. Robert Cooper and Co. Merchants there; and those whose accounts have been long standing, immediate payment will be expected. JAMES WILSON. Oct. 28.
M. EAKIN,
Confectioner, King-Street,
HAS returned to town, and respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has for sale every article generally in his line. Also, a variety of choice FRUIT. Oct. 26.

I have just received, and offer for sale on reasonable terms, TEN BALES EAST INDIA GOODS, consisting of    Ganypore Sannahs,  Allabad Emery,    Seempore Bafahs,  Mugga Mamoody,    Lucipore, do.  Beerboon Gurrahs,    Chittabully do.  Barrapooty,    Brown  Bandanna Hhfs.    Benjamin Shreve, jun. August 1. eo
WILLIAM RAMSAY HAS OPENED A Grocery Store in Prince Street, Next door to Dr. Dick's, Where he intends keeping a general assortment of genuine articles in that line; and now offers for sale on moderate terms, LONDON particular    Madeira,  WINES,    Port in casks and bottles,    Colmenar and Malaga     Old St. Julian and Medoc Claret in cases of a     dozen each,     White Wine Vinegar,     4th proof Jamaica Rum,     Do. Cogniac Brandy,     Holland Gin,     Loaf, lump and Muscovado Sugar,     Sugar House Molasses,     Imperial,     Chulan,     Hyson,     Young Hyson,     Hyson Skin,     Souchong,     Pouchong Souchong,     Padra Souchong,     Peco Souchong,     Bohea     French Teas of the latest Importations  Green Coffee, Durham and Dixon's Mustard, Allspice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Mace, Nantz and Bourdeaux Sallad Oil, Catchup, brandied Fruits and English Pickles, Olives, Capers and Anchovies, Prunes, Raisins, and soft shell Almonds, Leiper's Snuff in bottles, Do. best Smoking Tobacco, Martin's best Spanish Segars, Basket Salt for table use, Georgia Cotton, Martinique Noyeau, Mould and dipp'd Candles, Jersey Chees of an excellent quality, Wrapping Paper, brown and blue, Roll Brimstone, Fig Blue.  To be Rented, And possession given immediately, the dwelling HOUSE above said store. It is now in good re- pair, and well calculated to accommodate a gen- teel family. Apply as above. June 27. d
NOTICE. THE subscriber informs his friends and the public in general, that he has opened his shop and carries on The Gun and Pistol Manufactory, as usual, the bottom of King street, Alexandria. ROBT. NASH. N. B. Guns and Pistols stocked in the neatest manner and on reasonable terms. Nov. 1. eo3t
The Sale of the property advertised on the 18th of August last by us, in pursuance of the decree of the cir- cuit court of the district of Columbia, for the county of Alexandria, at the last June term of the said court, and in pursuance of the last will and testament of Lewis Hipkins, deceased, to take place on this day at the house of Francis Daniel, at the Little Falls of the Potomac, is unavoid- ably postponed until Saturday the 12th day of November next, at which place and on which day, if fair, if not the next fair day, will posi- tively be sold by us, at public auction, to the highest bidder for ready money, The following Property, viz.
One undivided third part of 207 acres of Land, in the said district, near the said Little Falls, upon which are Merchant Mills, with three pair of French burr mill stones, and every necessary and convenient machinery for manufacturing flour to the best advantage; also a brewery and distil- lery, miller's house, a brewer and distiller's house and sundry other improvements. This property will be shown to any person who may incline to purchase it, by the said Francis Daniel, at any time before the sale.
A tract of Land in Fairfax county, about three miles from the said Little Falls, containing 207 acres, upon which is a dwelling house, in which Mrs. Susan Wren lives, and sundry other improve- ments; about two thirds of this land are cleared, and the remainder in wood; it is good farming land. Mr. William Waters, who lives near it, will show this land to any person or persons who may incline to purchase it, at any time previous to the sale.
Mrs. Susan Wren, who was the widow of the said Lewis Hipkins, has a right of dower in the aforesaid property. The sale will commence at twelve o'clock. Philip R. Fendall, Robert Young, William Waters, } Ex'ors. Sept. 29. d
This is to give Notice, THAT the subscriber, of the County of Alex- andria, in the District of Columbia, hath ob- tained from the Orphan's Court of the said Coun- ty, Letters of Administration with the will an- nected, on the personal estate of Margaret Wilson, late of the said County, deceased. All persons having claims against the said estate are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the vouchers thereof, to the subscriber, at or before the twenty seventh day of July next; they may otherwise, by law, be excluded the benefit of the said estate. WILLIAM WIGGINS, Administrator with the Will annexed, of Marga- ret Wilson. August 1. 18W12t.
BELL & WRAY, Respectfully inform the citizens of Alexandria, and the public in general, that they have re- ceived, and offer for Sale, at the house lately oc- cupied by Dr. Hall, opposite Mr. Randolph Mott's Tavern, (formerly Mr. Heiskell's) a neat assortment of DRY GOODS, Suitable to the season, consisting of Cloths, Caf- simeres, Marceilles, King and Queens Cords, Irish Linen, Platillas, Ticklenburgs, Hessians, Osna- burgs, Chintzes, Calicoes, Dimities, coloured and white Cambric, tamboured and lappet Muslins, Kid and Morocco Shoes, Court, York and High Heels, with a variety of other articles, too tedi- ous to enumerate, which they are enabled to sell at the most reduced prices for cash or country produce. Sept. 9. 23W3m
By Authority. SCHEME OF A LOTTERY, TO BUILD A Catholic Cathedral Church, In the City of Baltimore.    1 Prize of 20,000   1 do. 10,000   2 do. 5000 are 10,000   5 do. 1000 5000   10 do. 500 5000   25 do. 200 5000   200 do. 100 20,000   200 do. 50 10,000   200 do. 25 5000   2500 do. 20 50,000   4000 do. 15 60,000   1st dr. tic't at 1 2000 500   1st do. 4000 500   1st do. 6000 500   1st do. 8000 500   1st do. 10,000 500   1st do. 12,000 500   1st do. 15,000 500   1st do. 18,000 500   1st do. 20,000 2000   1 last drawn ticket which may have a Blank to its Number, 4000   7154 Prizes, 210,000 13846 Blanks—not 2 to a prize.
21,000 Tickets at 10 dols. each, 210,000 The laudable purpose of this lottery, the many very valuable prizes offered, and there not being two blanks to a prize, are considerations which give the Managers reason to hope for a rapid sale of the tickets. The drawing will commence as soon as a sufficient number of Tickets shall be sold to authorize it: and thirty days after the com- pletion of the drawing, the prizes will be paid to the fortunate adventurers; subject to a deduction of Fifteen per cent. Such prizes as shall not be demanded within twelve months after the drawing is finished, shall be considered as relinquished for the benefit of the Church. Tickets to be had of the Managers, or of such persons as may be appointed by them. Right Rev. Bishop Carroll, Rev. Francis Beeson, Messrs. David Williamson, Robert Walsh, Chas. Ghequiere, Patrick Bennet, Arnold Livers, Luke Tiernan, F. J. Mitchell, } Managers.  Tickets in the above lottery to be had at the store of T. L. Washing- ton and Co. Fairfax street, Alexandria. August 13. 18W
Ten Dollars Reward. RAN AWAY from the plantation of Law- rence Lewis, esq. Fairfax county, on Friday the 19th inst. a Negro man named PETER: He is about 22 years of age, 5 feet 8 or 10 in- ches high, rather slender made, very dark com- plexion; has a large scar on one of his legs, occasioned by the cut of a scythe last harvest, the wound not perfectly cured: his clothes not recollected, but believe nothing more than a common Negro cotton jacket and trowsers. He was seen in Alexandria last Saturday, and it is sup- posed he is now in that place. All masters of vessels and others are cautioned against harboring or r wing off said fellow at their peril. The above reward will be given for securing him in any jail so that I get him again, or upon deli- vering him to the subscriber, with all reasonable charges paid. Roger Farrell, Manager. August 24. eo
The Subscriber having made every exertion within his power for two years past to procure the means of discharging the debts due from the estate devised to him by his father, without being able to effect it, and now finding the estate under considerable embar- rassment, hath come to a determination to offer the whole personal property for sale, viz.
About 20 likely Negroes of both sexes and various ages, amongst which are a good carpenter and blacksmith, about 100 head of horned cattle, consisting of milch cows, steers and work oxen, a number of horses, mares and colts, some of them remarkably fine, three likely mules, and a variety of plantation utensils, &c. The sale will commence at Salisbury on Thurs- day the 8th day of December next, if fair, if not, the next fair day. Twelve months credit will be allowed for all sums above 20 dollars, the purchaser giving bond with approved security; creditors of the said ef- tate will be allowed to purchase to the amount of their claims, previously settled and acknow- ledged by me to be just and interest abated them. Charles I. Love, Executor of Samuel Love, deceased. Salisbury, Oct. 31. d
District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, ff. JUNE TERM, 1803. John Potts, Complainant, AGAINST Robert Finley, John Bannatyne, Andrew Buchanan, Jas. Hob- kirk and Robt. Buchanan Dun- lop, merchants and partners un- der the firm of Findley, Ban- natyne & Co. and Wm. Wilson, Defendants, In Chancery.
The defendants, Robert Finley, Jno. Bannatyne, Andrew Buchanan, Jas. Hobkirk and Rob. Buchanan Dunlop, not having entered their appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, upon affidavit, that the said Robert Finley, John Ban- natyne, Andrew Buchanan, James Hobkirk, and Robert Buchanan Dunlop are not inhabitants of this district, on motion of the said complainant, by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defen- dants, Robert Finley, John Bannatyne, Andrew Buchanan, James Hobkirk, and Robert Buchanan Dunlop do appear here on the first day of Novem- ber court next, and enter their appearance to the suit and give security for performing the decree of the court; and that the other defendant Wm. Wilson, do not pay away, convey or secrete the debts by him owing to, or the estate or effects in his hands belonging to the said absent defen- dants, Robert Finley, John Bannatyne, Andrew Buchanan, James Hobkirk and Robert Buchanan Dunlop until the further order or decree of this court; and that a copy of this order be forthwith published for two months successively, in one of the public newspapers published in this county, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of the said county. A copy—Test, S 20. G. DENEALE, d2m Clerk
PHILIP WANTON Has imported, per the Ann, from Liverpool, A handsome assortment of Ironmongery, Cutlery and Saddlery, which will be ready for sale in a few days. 9th Mo. 27. 2aw
John and James H. Tucker HAVE FOR SALE, Seven Hundred Spanish Hides, 35 hlds. Muscovado Sugar, 10,000 lbs Green Coffee, 9 hlds. Surinam Molasses, 20 qr. casks Malaga Wine, 2000 bushels Allum Salt, and Groceries as usual. Also—74 hlds. containing 40,000 lbs. Green Coffee, subject to drawback. Oct. 24. eo2w
The Subscribers BEING anxious to decline the Mercantile Bu- siness, will dispose of their Stock on Hand, upon advantageous terms, to any person wishing to purchase, who will secure the payments in a satisfactory manner. Thos. L. Washington & Co. N. B. All those indebted to the above firm are requested to make immediate payment, as it is their wish to close the business of the concern with as little delay as possible. Oct. 5. eo
Ten Dollars Reward. RAN AWAY from the Subscriber on Sunday the 14th inst. an apprentice boy to the Coopers trade, named MICHAEL FOLEY , between 18 and 19 years old, about 5 feet 4 inches high, dark straight hair, and has a remarkable down cast sheepish look. Being born in the west of Ireland he will be easily discovered by his dialect. Had on when he absconded, a nansen upper jacket, thickset waistcoat, new ticklenburg trow- fers and a new wool hat, but took other clothes with him. It is supposed he has gone tow- ards Baltimore. If taken up 20 miles from Alexandria I will pay 15 dollars, and if more than 50 miles 20 dollars reward and all rea- sonable charges. CHAS. JAMIESON. August 15. d2te9
Joseph Fannay and John Lloyd, Have imported from Europe, A general Assortment of GOODS, suitable to the present and approaching seasons which are now opened and offered for sale at their store opposite Peter Sherron's, in King street, on the usual terms. Oct. 28. d3teo
WILLIAM HODGSON OFFERS FOR SALE, A consignment of well bought superfine and second Broad Cloths & Kersimerees, by the piece or package, at an advance to nett first cost and charges only. He has also for sale, imported by the ship Ann, Bradford, from Liverpool, Twenty cases English FELT HATS, assorted prices. Likewise—Negro Cottons, Halfthicks, Kerseys, Coatings, Baizes, and a bale of worsted Pantaloons. A quantity of Liverpool and Cadiz coarse SALT. A few hogheads Molasses—Nova Scotia GRINDSTONES.
For Rent —The Dwelling House and Warehouse on Prince street, the latter occupied by himself, and well calculated for the dry goods business: the former suitable for a genteel family. The terms will be moderate and immediate pos- session given. d Just Received, 10 chests Bohea, } TEAS 8 do. Souchong of late importations and excellent quality. Apply next door below Col. Gilpin's, in King street, to John Potts. Sept. 1. d3t 2wa
HUGH SMITH Has received by the Ann, the United States, and the Orion, from Liverpool, A complete assortment of Queen's Ware, and can now supply country merchants on the shortest notice. Has also received a number of well ASSORTED CRATES, in excellent condition.—Has for sale as usual China and Glass Ware. Likewise for sale, Pipes by the box, Crowley Steel, New Castle Grindstones. Oct. 29. d6t eo
FOR SALE, By the subscribers, at their store corner of Wash- ington and Prince streets, Jamaica, Antigua and N. E. Rum, by the hhd. or barrel, Molasses, brown and loaf Sugar, do. Imperial, young hyson and hyson skin Teas, Soal Leather, Salt of different kinds, China by the box, An assortment of India Muslins and German Linen, Soap and Candles, James river Tobacco, Spinning Cotton, Herrings and Shad, Wrapping Paper, An assortment of Cloths, Stuffs, Swan-downs, &c. suitable to the approaching season. They continue to purchase FLOUR as usual. Denney and Powell. Oct. 29. d5
To Let, THE frame Warehouse on King street, two doors above Pitt Street, now occupied by Am- brose Vasse. Possession will be given on the 27th of this month—apply, in the absence of the subscriber, to Col. Dennis Ramsey. R. I. TAYLOR. August 15. eo
PRIVATE applications having proved fruit- less, I now call publicly on William Triplett, (the inspector of tobacco at Colchester) to pay me seventeen dollars and thirty cents, which he has long ago received for a hoghead of tobacco he sold and applied to his own use, and has promised four several times to pay, asserting each time that he had money either at home, at the Occoquan Mills, or in Alexandria. But all his imaginary funds have failed, and all his promises are broken. When Peter Coulter was presented with the to- bacco note, he immediately paid one half of it, and referred to his brother inspector for payment of the other moiety, who has offered no other coin but broken promises. Had he confessed the truth at first, that he was without money, and promised to pay as soon as he could, I should have believed him, and probably not said a word to him on the subject from that day to this. But his pride and self-importance would not allow him to make such a confession, and when shuffling and false promises could no longer avail him, he had recourse to ill manners and insult. If payment is not very shortly made, I must drag the little great man into a court of justice on his four assumptions, where his conduct will be pro- perly exposed with costs of suit. The above- mentioned facts will be substantiated by the evi- dence of Wm. Huskins, Thos. Barrott, Lee Mal- ey, jun. and Peter Coulter. Lee Massey. Oct. 30. (N. 2) d1w
Cash given for clean linen and cotton rags. PRINTED DAILY BY S. SNOWDEN.