The national intelligencer and Washington advertiser. (Washington City [D.C.]), 1803-01-28 00:00:00

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER,
AND WASHINGTON ADVERTISER.
No. 111.
WASHINGTON CITY, PRINTED BY SAMUEL HARRISON SMITH, PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE.
No. CCCLV.
FIVE DOLLS. PER ANN.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 28th, 1803.
PAID IN ADVANCE.
RETROSPECTIVE VIEW
Of the Proceedings of the House of Representatives, more particularly stating what has been but generally, or not yet noticed.
(CONTINUED.)
JANUARY 17.
A petition of William Wilson, John Potts and David Eaton, was presented, praying relief, in the case of the capture and condemnation of the brigantine named the Jessie, and her cargo, the property of the petitioners, by a French privateer called the Sans Pareille, which was sold at the city of Charleston, in the state of South Carolina, some time in the month of August, one thousand seven hundred and ninety-three, under the authority of the French Consul, then residing in the said state.
Referred to the Secretary of State.
A petition of Garret Abel, and others, was presented, praying that they may receive payment for their services respectively, as principal and assistant officers for the tenth assessment district in the third division of the state of New-York, appointed under the "Act to provide for the valuation of lands and dwelling houses, and the enumeration of slaves within the United States," which was entrusted to a certain Samuel Haight, one of the commissioners appointed in virtue of the act aforesaid, for the use of the petitioners, but has not yet been received by them; also, that they may be allowed such additional compensation on account of the length of time they have been kept out of the said payment for their services, as Congress, may deem equitable and proper.
Referred to the committee of Claims.
JANUARY 18.
A petition of Leonard Jarvis, was presented, praying that an overplus of payment by the petitioner, into the Treasury of the United States, as an inspector of the revenue, founded upon an error in the settlement of his account, in the capacity aforesaid, with the supervisor for the district of Massachusetts, may be refunded to him.
Also, a memorial of Moses White, praying the liquidation and settlement of a claim for his services as aide-de-camp to Brigadier General Moses Hazen, and for expenses incurred by the memorialist on public account, whilst acting in the capacity aforesaid, during the revolutionary war with Great Britain.
Also, a petition of John Berry, praying to be placed on the list of pensioners of the United States, in consideration of the dislocation of his thigh at the battle of Germantown, whilst a soldier in the thirteenth Virginia regiment on continental establishment, during the revolutionary war with Great Britain, which has rendered him incapable of obtaining a livelihood by labour.
Ordered, That the said petitions and memorial, together with the petition of John Skinner, of the state of North Carolina, presented on the twenty-fifth of January, one thousand eight hundred and two, and a report of the committee of Claims thereon, of the eighth of March, in the same year, be referred to the committee of Claims.
Ordered, That the committee of Commerce and Manufactures, to whom was referred, on the tenth ultimo, the petition of William Douglass, Bernard Douglass and Robert Douglass, of the state of Massachusetts, be discharged from the consideration thereof; and that the petitioners have leave to withdraw their said petition, with the documents accompanying the same.
Mr. Samuel Smith, from the committee of Commerce and Manufactures, on the petitions of John Hilary Baker, of the city of Philadelphia, and of Josiah Cox and Elias Thomas, made a report thereon, which was read and considered: Whereupon,
Resolved, That the prayer of the petitioners of the said John Hilary Baker, and of Josiah Cox and Elias Thomas, ought not to be granted.
JANUARY 19.
A petition of sundry merchants, traders and other inhabitants of the town of Tiverton, in the district of Newport, Rhode Island, was presented, praying that the said town of Tiverton, may be established as a port of delivery, for the convenience and benefit of the petitioners and other inhabitants within the said district of Newport.
Referred to the committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
A petition of William Moore, and others, was presented, praying relief, in the case of a judgment obtained, and execution awarded thereon, against the petitioners, as securities for William Caru-
thers, for the amount of a balance due to the United States by the said Caruthers, as collector of the revenue on spirits distilled, and on stills for the first division of the sixth survey of the district of Virginia.
Referred to the committee of Claims.
JANUARY 20.
Mr. Van Cortlandt, from the committee, to whom was referred, on the third instant, the memorial of Daniel Lewis, of the state of New-York, made a report thereon, which was read, and considered: Whereupon,
Resolved, That the prayer of the said memorial ought not to be granted.
JANUARY 21.
A petition of Jacob Gideon, was presented, praying that he may receive a moiety of the forfeiture incurred by Messieurs Priestman and Austin, on account of their landing, without a permit, sundry silver watches imported into the port of Philadelphia, and omitting to pay, or secure the payment of the duties thereon, according to law; the information of which was given by the petitioner, some time in the year one thousand seven hundred and ninety-seven, to the collector of the said port.
Also, a memorial of John Dove, and others, American masters of vessels, praying that effectual measures may be adopted for enabling them to obtain their arrearages of pay unjustly withheld by their respective owners; and that the same relief may be extended to the memorialists, as hath been granted by a late law of Congress to the marines and seamen of American vessels employed in the merchants service.
Both petitions referred to the committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
REPORT
OF THE COMMITTEE
Appointed on so much of the Message of President of the United States, of the fifteenth ultimo, "as refers to the Warfare with Tripoli, and to the relation with the other Barbary Powers."
The Committee to whom was referred "so much of the President's Message as relates to the warfare with Tripoli, and to the relation with the other Barbary powers," submit to the House the following resolution:
Resolved, That provision ought to be made by law, for building or purchasing four vessels of war, to carry not exceeding sixteen guns each.
NAVY DEPARTMENT, Jan. 18, 1803.
SIR, I am honored with your's of the twenty third ultimo.
For the more effectual protection of the seamen and commerce of the United States, in the Mediterranean and adjacent seas, I would recommend that Congress authorise four small vessels of war, not exceeding 16 guns each, to be built or otherwise procured, leaving it to the discretion of the Executive, to procure them in the manner that may hereafter be found the most expedient.
The subjoined estimate No. I. exhibits the probable expense of building a vessel of 14 and 16 guns. This estimate is made out from the best information I can obtain. The price of labor and materials varies so considerably in the different sea port towns, that the expense of building vessels depends very materially upon the place selected for the purpose. It is presumed, however, that on an average 24,000 dollars for each vessel would be sufficient; and of course, should the executive be authorized to procure four vessels of the size herein recommended, that an appropriation of 96,000 dollars. would be adequate to the object.
The estimate, No. II. shews the annual expense of maintaining at sea a vessel of 14, and a vessel of 16 guns.
With much respect,
I have the honor to be
Sir,
Your obedient servant,
ROBERT SMITH.
Hon. WILLIAM EUSTIS.
No. I.
Estimate of the expense of building (of seasoned White Oak) rigging and equipping a vessel of war, to carry 14 and 16 guns, exclusively of Military stores.
Vessel of 14 guns,
200 Ton.
Dolls. Cts.
Aggregate 20,786 67
Vessel of 16 guns,
240 Ton.
Dolls. Cts.
Aggregate 24,824
No. 2.
Estimate of the annual expense of maintaining at sea a vessel of 14 and a vessel of 16 guns.
Vessel of 14 guns,
90 men.
Dolls. Cts.
Aggregate 27,768 25
Vessel of 16 guns,
120 men.
Dolls. Cts.
Aggregate 30,163 17
In SENATE of the UNITED STATES.
January 19th, 1803.
THE committee, to whom was referred the resolution of the 7th instant, "to enquire whether any, and if any, what legislative measures may be necessary for admitting the State of Ohio into the Union, or for extending to that State, the laws of the United States,"
REPORT:
That the people of the eastern division of the Territory North West of the river Ohio, in pursuance of an act of Congress, passed on the 30th day of April, 1802, entitled, "An act to enable the people of the eastern division of the Territory North West of the river Ohio, to form a Constitution and State Government, and for the admission of such state into the union, on an equal footing with the original states, and for other purposes;" did on the 29th day of November, 1802, form for themselves a Constitution and State Government. That the said constitution and government so formed is Republican, and in conformity to the principles contained in the articles of the ordinance, made on the 13th day of July, 1787, for the government of the said territory; and that it is now necessary to establish a district court within the said state, to carry into complete effect the laws of the United States, within the same.
Foreign Intelligence.
From the Moniteur .
A part of the English Journalists remain a prey to discord; every line they print is a line of blood. They loudly call for civil war to the bosom of the western nation, happily pacified; all their reasoning, all their hypothesis, turn upon these two points:
1. To imagine complaints against France. 2. To create, with equal liberality, allies; and to afford thus to their professions auxiliaries among the great powers of the continent.
Their principal complaints now are the affairs of Switzerland, the happy termination of which excites their jealousy. It would seem as if it would have gratified their passions better, that civil war should have convulsed that unhappy nation; and that the neighboring powers suffering themselves to be hurried away by the empire of circumstances, the harmony of the continent should be disturbed a fresh. The proclamation of the 10th Vendemiaire has cut the knot of all these intrigues.
They invoke the treaty of Luneville which ensures the existence of the Helvetic republic; but it is precisely to insure it that the interference of France is indispensable. Besides, of all the powers of Europe, the only one which has no right to invoke on that subject the treaty of Luneville, is England, for she alone has refused to recognise the Helvetic republic. She has equally refused to acknowledge the Italian republic, Ligurian republic, and the king of Tuscany. We know that for a year, notwithstanding the pressing requisition of the French government, she has persisted in this refusal, relative to these states, and to the continental arrangements stipulated by the treaty of Luneville. England has no diplomatic agents at Berne, Milan, Genoa, or Florence.
The English government does not complain, and cannot complain in fact, of what happens in countries, whose political existence it does not acknowledge, and with which it does not maintain public relations.
The affairs of Germany excite in still greater degree the jealousy of this faction of periodical writers; and the firm and generous conduct which has delivered to Russia and France the thanks of all the cities, of all the Princes of Germany, is a subject of accusation to these invidious kind, and of the regale of the world.
The king of England has recognised all the arrangements of Germany; he has adhered to them. It is sufficient upon this head to read the vote of his minister at the Diet of Ratisbon. Thus the British cabinet, satisfied with having seen all its interests taken into consideration and consulted, does not make any complaint upon this subject.
The English libellists write, that the will expressed by the king of England, as Elector of Hanover, is not that of the English nation. But what other title could that inflexible power have to meddle with the affairs of Germany; and to what an absurd state must Russia, Austria, Prussia, Sweden, Denmark, Bavaria, and the House of Wittenberg, Baden, Hesse Cassel, &c. and the French republic be reduced, if they could not negotiate, conclude, arrange their boundaries, without the consent of a power, which is as much a stranger to those interests, as to our diplomatic right; she who alone refuses to recognise the rights of independent nations upon the seas. The relations of France and England, are the treaty of Amiens—the whole treaty of Amiens—nothing but the treaty of Amiens.
The allies, whom the writers of parties who print at London, create upon the continent, exist happily, as well as their complaints, only in their disordered imaginations, and in the hateful and jealous passions which torment them. They call for Austrian troops with all their might; they assemble and form armies in the Tyrol; but Thouot is no more, and his majesty the emperor well knows, that if the Austrian power has been twice led to the brink of the precipice, it is for having twice delivered itself up to those perfidious instigations.
So far from sacrificing the blood of its subjects, which is so dear to it, the court of Vienna, weighed down by the reimbursements which it has the extreme good faith to make to England for the subsidies it received during the first campaigns, is occupied only with diminishing its expenditure. It might in strict justice, instead of reimbursing the money which it has expended in the cause of the English government, demand from that power five or six hundred millions as a fair indemnity for expenses of the war. Kaunitz, in the middle of the last century, said to a minister of the king of Prussia, who was taking his audience of leave, The king, your master, will learn one day how loathsome the alliance of England is. And if Prussia saw her frontiers invaded, her capital lacked, and did not fall, she was indebted for it to that prince of glorious memory, and to that army which will be long cited as a model.
Don't you hear also these licentious journalists calling aloud upon the Russian armies? But, have these Russian armies forgot that, betrayed and abandoned in the marshes of Holland, they have been disarmed in England; and that, in contempt of the law of nations, they were not even willing to comprise them in the exchange of prisoners? But the Russians, the Swedes and Danes, will still not cherish a long remembrance of those unheard of pretensions which produced the malice of Copenhagen? Assuredly, and the continent is deeply convinced of it, the first of blessings, the dearest of interests, is the peace. It knows very well that a continental war would have no other effect than to concentrate all the riches of commerce, all the colonies of the world, in the hand of a single nation. Russia and France, united by reciprocal esteem, by common interest, by the firm desire to preserve the peace of the continent, would restrain, in spite of them, those factious spirits whose turbulent policy inspires the English newspapers, if ever the influence of their libels should effect the removal of the wise minister who governs Great Britain. Can they cite an instance, for a hundred years past, of a continental power, which, forsaking the principles of a sound policy, has not justified this profound saying of M. Kaunitz? If the king of the Two Sicilies has twice seen his frontiers passed, and his capital in the power of the French; if the elector of Bavaria has twice seen the same scene acted over again in his states; if the king of Sardinia has ceased to reign in Savoy and in Piedmont; if the house of Orange has lost the Stadholderate; if the oligarchy of Berne and Genoa have seen their influence vanish; and Portugal the boundaries of her provinces covered with troops ready to conquer them; have they not all been indebted for it to the alliance of England? The peace of Europe is solidly established, and no doubt, no cabinet wishes to disturb it; but if it should happen that individuals, enemies of mankind, and of the repose of the world,
should succeed in obtaining any credit in the British cabinet, they would not be able to prevent all the benefit which the two nations have a right to expect from their state of peace, and their new relations. Moreover, the French nation is not ignorant that it excites a great deal of jealousy, and that for a long time there will be fomented against it dissensions, whether intestine or foreign. So it constantly remains in that attitude, which the Athenians have given to Minerva—the helmet on her head, and the spear in her hand; nothing will ever be obtained from it by menacing proceedings; fear has no power over the hearts of the brave.
FRANKFORT, Nov. 3.
Letters from Lisbon make mention of the police of that city having instituted a very severe prosecution against the Free-Masons, calling upon them to discover the principles upon which the society acts. Many persons have already been imprisoned for professing themselves Free-Masons, and chiefly men of learning and abilities; among others is the celebrated Mr. Da Costa, author of the dissertation published a few months ago in the London Medical Journal, on the influence of the calcareous materials from which Lisbon is built, on the health of its inhabitants, &c. &c. We hope soon to develop the reasons for this strange proceeding, which has been taken up with a vigilance hitherto unknown in Lisbon; in the mean time we cannot but express our surprise at the offence seeming taken, at a society so universally esteemed. If Portugal means by it to divert the hitherto miserable supineness of her police, surely she begins at the wrong end, by attacking a noble and most beneficial institution, cherished and proudly acknowledged by the whole enlightened world.
We yesterday received the Moniteur of the 9th instant, (18 Brumaire) but it does not contain one article of the slightest importance, not a recurrence even to the memorable 18th Brumaire, which raised Bonaparte to the Throne of the Bourbons.
LYONS, November 3.
A society had within these few months been established here under the name of Fathers of the Faith . It was organised, and had chosen a director, who was styled the general of the order. This dangerous corporation has just been suppressed by order of the government; it attempted to lay hold of the confidence of the great and of the rich, as likewise of the education of their children, and attempted to wield the two great engines of the confessional and of the cathedral, in order to thunder like enthusiasm against the state, and those priests who have submitted to it, have disseminated on all sides principles hostile to the government. They had it in contemplation to spread themselves far and near, and to engross the education of the youth of the country.
LONDON, November 12.
We have reason to believe, that very conciliatory explanations have taken place between Lord Grenville and Mr. Pitt. The instrumentality of the Marquis of Buckingham is said to have been very effectual upon this kind occasion.
We cannot understand the importance which some people seem to attach to the late vote of the king of Sweden in the Diet of Ratisbon. It is late in every sense of the word, too late to be of service to the emperor, or of example to the subordinate members of the Germanic Body. So far, too, from its being of consequence an indication of the secret mind of the emperor of Russia, it is infinitely more probable that its sole motive is a vain display of unreal independence upon that preponderant sovereign.
Of all the theatrical pieces in the journey of the First Consul, nothing more observable has come to our knowledge than the scene between him and the old mayor of Evreux, with his fifty-five years of service. This hero, as the hero of the age, (who cannot be mistaken in such matters) calls him, puts one in mind of Voltaire's heroes at six pence a day—for his heroism of fifty-five years is rewarded with a pension of sixty-six pounds thirteen shillings and four pence per annum, a little better than three and six pence a day, which the sailing Bonaparte thinks is just "as it should be." The services of the Consul himself are not of quite so long a standing, but what then? He pays himself in proportion!
We are sorry to hear that Mr. Pitt's friends are seriously alarmed for the

state of his health; not that any immediate danger is apprehended by his physicians, but that great inroads are observed to have taken place upon his constitution, and it is reckoned of great consequence, if possible, by means of the Bath and other Chalybeate waters, to bring on a vigorous and eruptive gout.
A very idle opinion prevails that the Duchess of Dorset will not be presented to Madame Bonaparte. Her grace will certainly interchange every necessary etiquette with the First Consul of the French Republic.
Those persons who imagine that the Duchess of Dorset will be none but strange faces in the court of Mrs. Bonaparte, are exceedingly mistaken. To the shame of France, our Ambassador will find more than one of the faithful "ladies of honor" of the late queen in her anti-chamber.
The First Consul has reached Havre, in his tour to Normandy, and every where is received with the utmost expressions of devotion. When Cromwell, upon some public occasion, was followed by the shouts of the mob, he remarked to one who was with him, that the mob would have testified the same expressions of devotion if he had been going to be hanged. Had Cromwell lived a little longer, we have not a doubt that he would have found his remark confirmed: But, as historians observe, Cromwell was fortunate even in his death.
If any credit may be given to the German journals, one of the principal objects which at present engrosses the attention of the politicians of Vienna, is a pretended alliance that is to take place between Russia, Austria and England. But, as the speculators in German politics do not repose an over-confident reliance on such impolitic rumors, they take the precaution to add, that the authentic acts of the diet of Ratisbon abundantly prove that France and Russia remain in a paralytic united, and that the court of Vienna shall never obtain any concession without their mutual consent. And indeed, who in his senses could well suppose the existence of so monstrous, so anti-pacific, and so anti-continental an alliance? How can it be well supposed that the Russian government, whose views are so profound, whose projects are so vast, whose policy is so European, could ever think of forming an alliance with an insular power, whose sole ambition was at playing on the vicissitudes of the continent? How could it be presumed that the Cabinet of St. Petersburg, which strives to immortalize under Alexander I., by the London policy, by the Westphalian law, by the incentives which it holds forth to national commerce and industry could, by an alliance so much against nature, sacrifice to noble a prospect of future prosperity and political influence, while Russia and France, by remaining united, may for ages preserve the continent of Europe from the scourge of foreign, and the devastations of civil wars? The English themselves may and do confess loudly, that the alliance between France and Russia proves the conservation of Europe and the preservation of France.— Les ennemis de la Patrie.
November 13.
Letters received thro' Holland state, with great confidence, that even those of the Swiss cantons, which at first appeared to meditate resistance, have resolved to give way to a superiority with which they are unable to contend. The diet of Schwitz on the 28th ult. dissolved itself, with a protest against the proceedings of France, and appeal to the treaty of Lunéville, which, as we have already stated, secures not only their existence, but their independence, and a right to choose whatever form of government they please. The great number of troops which had been lent against them, not only on the side of France, but from Italy, on the side of the Valatine, justifies the resolution that has been adopted by the Swiss. At the same time, however, the number of troops, and the combined measures which the French government has been obliged to employ, completely refutes its own pretence, that the party in Switzerland adverse to its interference was a small and odious faction. Would it have been necessary to have made so much preparation to subdue any thing but the national will?
Accounts from Gibraltar, of the 28th ult. state that Sir Richard Bickerton, with a considerable force, is gone to watch the fleet which the French have equipped at Toulon, consisting of twelve sail of the line; where likewise it is said that 30,000 troops are assembled. These reports are probably exaggerated, and the conclusion that Sir R. Bickerton has received such orders as must lead to an engagement, if the Toulon squadron comes out, is mere conjecture. If it be true, however, that so great a force, or any thing like it, is prepared at Toulon, it will be necessary for ministers to watch its motions with the utmost vigilance. Egypt is at present in an unsettled state; we see nothing in point of principle that prevents the First Consul from obtruding his interposition, as in the case of Switzerland. The treaty of Amiens is not more sacred than that of Lunéville. The integrity of the dominions, of the
power and the evacuation of Egypt, are stipulated; but was not the independence of Switzerland, and its right to choose its own government, stipulated? What security has that country derived from the faith of treaties? What is there in the treaty of Amiens to prevent Buonaparte to mediate between the Grand Seignior and the Bays. Nothing, certainly, but the counter mediation, by force, of some other power—and that power, in the first instance, is England. Buonaparte must be made to know that he will not be permitted to attempt such enterprises. He has shown us that nothing restrains him but force. All the world knows that Egypt is one of his most favorite objects, and it is the duty of ministers, therefore, to adopt every precaution to prevent the possibility of his success by any sudden operation. It should have been the object of their policy, likewise, when the treaty of Amiens was in negotiation, to prevent him from obtaining any facilities for the final attainment of his views. They ought to have placed Malta beyond the reach of treachery or surprise. If then there be any difficulties on the subject of Malta, it arises from their want of foresight; and even if war were to take place from this cause they would be responsible for it to their country.
November 15.
There does not appear any reason to believe that the cession of Parma, Piacenza and Guastalla has been made for the purpose of creating any new facilities for the settlement of the peace of Germany, by affording additional provision for the Grand Duke of Tuscany. The cession may have been extorted from Spain as a sort of compensation for the transfer of Tuscany to a prince of the royal family of Spain. The object is the aggrandizement of France. By the annexation of Piedmont, France had been extended to the boundaries of Parma, and now a new extension is given. Where these encroachments are to end, it is impossible to foresee. The most stupendous strides of ambition are tempted by their facility. France acts as if she had a right to every thing she desires; and unhappily she is encouraged by the unexampled depression into which the minds of men in Europe have been thrown.
In truth, upon the most mature reflection we are convinced that the plan of Buonaparte is to re-unite to France every thing which constituted ancient Gaul, in its most extended sense. Buonaparte lately said to the Swiss, that he advised them, as the chief magistrate of the Gauls, might have done, at a time when Helvetia formed part of Gaul. These phrases are not mere cant. There are indications of the mind which break through the most profound hypocrisy and dissimulation. They show how much the First Consul's head is occupied with this scheme. In fact, very little remains to be done. Every part of that which ever has been called Gaul, is now actually under the dominion of France. Nothing is wanting but a formal annexation. France has crossed the Alps; Piedmont is again re-united to Gaul. The Cisalpine and Italian republic have been created, but it is already limited and circumscribed by the neighbourhood of extended France. Nothing can be more easy than to declare the Cisalpine republic a part of France. Switzerland, already subdued, may likewise be annexed, and then the empire of the Gauls is complete. In truth, since France had extended itself almost to the shores of the Adriatic, a farther aggrandizement is necessary to consolidate that which is already made. The Convenances Politiques demand security. The Cisalpine republic being united to France, the Alps ascends the Adige, then along the frontiers of the Cisalpine republic, obtains a new barrier in the Rhaetian Alps, descends to the Rhine, and Lake of Constance. Thus the Rhine, from the Lake of Constance, is the boundary of France. Here again we have the natural limits which were assigned as the reason for former conquests. Some may think that this is a chimerical speculation. But let us look at facts. Is there any thing more extraordinary in all this than what we have already seen? Who, fifteen years ago, could have believed it possible that the Netherlands, that the whole circle of the Lower Rhine, that Piedmont should become integral parts of France? And if the government of France were to issue a decree, annexing Switzerland and Cisalpina, who would dispute the right, or who would say that France should not exert that authority by direct administration which she now carries on through intermediate agents, and under a different name? If some important change does not soon take place in Europe, we have not a doubt that not only all this will be done, but that the Genoese territories will be united to France, and then her dominion will extend uninterrupted from the shores of the Adriatic and the Mediterranean, to the German ocean. Let any man look at the map and see how much has already been done to accomplish this scheme; nay, how little is left to do. Indeed, it appears that what has been done, necessarily involves the execution of what is yet incomplete. Without the system
would be imperfect and incongruous. Till a better spirit arises in Europe, France has only to will and decree. Yet there are people who think Buonaparte unambitious and pacific! What pettifogging bureaus of injustice and robbery were Louis XIV's chambers of re-union, compared with Buonaparte's confervative senate!
These new encroachments of the French government on the independence of Europe, will, no doubt, have considerable influence on the discussions that exist between this country and France. In fact, if secret treaties for aggrandizement are made, and then announced after the conclusion of a treaty, it is impossible to negotiate upon any basis of relative situation to power. No man can contend that in confidence with the treaty of Amiens or with the spirit of peace, that France should carry on a continued system of aggrandizement on the continent. Nothing farther on the subject of the existing negotiation has yet transpired.
The tax upon property appears to have occasioned vast discontent throughout the Batavian Republic, but more particularly in Amsterdam. The commissioners appointed to ascertain the faculty of individuals to contribute to the exigencies of the state, had unanimously declined the office, and out of one hundred and fourteen who were named their successors, the greater part absented themselves from the city, while the remainder declared that they could not, consistently with their regard for public and private credit, enter upon so invidious and dangerous an employment.
Copper Trade. —A private letter from Rouen mentions, that "the Chief Consul was particularly gratified in viewing the extensive copper works now established there for the manufacture of copper sheets, nails, &c. for the use of their navy and merchantmen." The articles formed an important branch of exportation from this country to the continent, till the various prohibitions, suggested by the noble earl at the head of the board of trade, (as copper ore could be found only in England) compelled the French to establish a manufactory of their own, by which that valuable branch of foreign commerce is probably lost to this country forever.
NATCHEZ, Dec. 15, 1802.
MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE.
The following is the answer of the House of Representatives, to the Governor's communication.
To his Excellency WILLIAM C. C. CLAIBORNE, Governor of the Mississippi Territory.
WE, the Representatives of the people of the Mississippi Territory, have received with much satisfaction your excellency's personal communication, at the opening of the present session of this assembly.
We unite most sincerely with your excellency, in offering up to the Almighty Ruler of the universe, our tribute of thanksgiving for the manifold blessings which have been showered down upon this happy land:—For whether we take into view, the abundant returns with which this fertile soil has rewarded the toil of the husbandman, the facility with which his products (in the midst of the calamities of war) have been carried to profitable markets, or the uninterrupted state of tranquility and repose, in which he has enjoyed in profusion those advantages in the plenitude of civil and religious liberty; the Divine favor is equally conspicuous, and cannot fail to call forth the liveliest effusions of our gratitude.
To promote a continuation of these blessings will be the most ardent wish of our hearts, and our humble endeavors shall be wholly dedicated to the accomplishment of so great an object.
Your excellency has well observed, that the result of the deliberations of this assembly influenced by harmony and wisdom, will be favorable to our supreme object, the general good. We beg your excellency to be assured, that on our part nothing shall be wanting, consistent with our duty, to promote so desirable an object as the general harmony of the different branches of the legislature, and we possess the fullest confidence, that we shall not be disappointed in our expectations of a reciprocity of sentiment, a spirit of conciliation, a mutual accommodation on the part of our fellow labourers, from which must result the happiest consequences to the public and to ourselves.
We shall consider as our duty, to pay particular attention to such objects as are pointed out in your communication, and shall most cheerfully co-operate with your excellency in all measures calculated to promote our grand object, the general good.
The suspension of the deposit at New Orleans for the wares and merchandizes of the citizens of the United States, is an object of most serious regret, and if not speedily remedied, its results will be most severely felt by this territory, and by our brethren of the western states.—We rely with your excellency on the wisdom and energy of the general go-
vernment of the United States, in effecting the fullest assurance that such measures will be adopted as shall be dictated by the soundest policy.
(Signed) ROGER DIXON, Speaker. Representative Chamber, Dec. 13, 1802.
Attest, SAM. S. MAHAN, Clerk.
ANSWER OF THE COUNCIL.
To his Excellency WILLIAM C. C. CLAIBORNE, Governor of the Mississippi Territory.
SIR,
We desire to unite with your excellency in pious and grateful acknowledgements to Almighty God for the uninterrupted state of peace we have enjoyed; the progressive increase of our population, agriculture and commerce; and, above all, for the undisturbed possession of our liberties, both civil and religious. While thus sensible of, and thankful for those inestimable blessings, we are strongly impressed with the duty which devolves upon us, of endeavoring on our part, as far as human exertions are required, to continue these blessings, and we trust that, under the auspices of the same Divine Benefactor, our endeavors will not be altogether unavailing.
It is highly gratifying to us to hear, that the exertion of the officers to organize and discipline the militia, have been attended with great success; but as we entertain all that solicitude for the peculiar situation of our country which your excellency has indicated, it is with much regret, we learn, that this success has not been universal. We shall therefore carefully review the militia law, and will gladly co-operate in making such amendments, as may be deemed necessary to command and enforce its execution.
We participate with your excellency in a concern for the best interests of the rising generation, and will therefore cordially concur in adopting any additional measure, that may appear calculated to meliorate the institution of the state legislature, for discriminating the invaluable advantages of education.
A law for the inspection of cotton, we conceive as indispensable. This also, with the various objects of legislation, which your excellency has suggested to our consideration, merits, and shall receive our serious attention.
The Spanish government's withholding the usual stipulated privilege of depositing American merchandize and effects at the port of New Orleans, is indeed a subject of much well grounded solicitude, as it materially and universally affects the interests of the territory. Although we possess in common with our fellow citizens, those feelings which necessarily arise from such an injurious measure, yet, from the liberal indulgence which this territory has already experienced from congress, and from the peculiar, early and unceasing attention it has received from the present executive of the union, we rest with full confidence, that our grievances will be redressed, as speedily and effectually as possible. We were happy to observe your excellency's diligence on this occasion, in obtaining intelligence relative to the event, and communicating the same to the national administration.
Permit us, Sir, to express, what we continue to entertain, the highest sense of your excellency's patriotism, and constant attention to the interests of the territory.
(Signed) JOHN ELLIS, President. Washington, Dec. 15, 1802.
SPEECH
Of the GOVERNOR OF MASSACHUSETTS.
Gentlemen of the Senate, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives,
Our fellow-citizens, during the last year, have pursued their employments with industry and success.—No events of an alarming nature have happened to disturb the peace of the state; and if a spirit of competition appeared in the late elections, it seldom proceeded to injurious lengths, or transgressed those bounds of decency and moderation which will ever be respected by a virtuous and enlightened people.
This state of society is favourable to public happiness, and must give peculiar pleasure to you, gentlemen, as it prevents the embarrassments which you might experience in a more unpropitious condition, and renders your legislative duties easy and agreeable. While in other nations the attention of their governments has been necessary to secure the people against the dangers of want, in this state, the productions of the soil, by the favour of divine Providence, have been abundant for many successive years.
The lands in this commonwealth, in almost every instance, may be rendered fruitful, and prove a source of increasing wealth and plenty. By their improved cultivation, the people may not only be furnished with the necessaries and delights of life; but will be able to relieve the wants of other countries, when a deficiency may happen, or when the inhabitants are so numerous, as to consume a greater quantity of provisions than their land commonly produces.
Aggrandizement merits the attention of government as one of the most essential articles of wise and useful policy. Happily for mankind, it is a cleaning and healthful employment. No object of industry is more worthy of our application, or more lutable to our nature; and no one is more conducive to sobriety, and all kinds of virtue. In every well regulated state, it has been patronized by trade who administered the government. It was respected by our ancestors, and it would be unfortunate if their posterity should even think themselves degraded by an employment that is so useful, and so well adapted to preserve innocence and virtuous manners. The labour which is employed in clearing uncultivated lands, and making them productive, is obviously beneficial to the public. It tends, perhaps more than any other, to increase the aggregate population of the state, which is an object of great political consequence; and it must afford the most pleasing reflections to the individual cultivators, when by their industry, they have turned a wilderness into a fruitful field.
Since the commencement of the late war, the foreign demand for provision has amply rewarded the farmer's industry; and the expectation of that demand has occasioned uncommon exertions to supply it. In this way we are indebted to commerce for the increase of industry, as well as for its recompence. We have hitherto found a market for any quantity of produce we could raise, beyond what was necessary for our own consumption. The price may be reduced in consequence of the peace in Europe, and there may hereafter be occasional interruptions in the demand from abroad, which may produce inconveniences.—But as our exports are, for the most part, either articles of food, or materials necessary for the manufactures of other nations; there is some ground to expect that their price will generally be in a reasonable proportion with that of the commodities for which they are exchanged.
To guard against the inconveniences I have mentioned, and to ensure a demand for the produce of our soil, which will not be affected by external events, and at the same time to render us less dependent upon foreign nations; it is wise policy to encourage our own manufactures. The dispositions of men are found to different kinds of industry, and the pursuits of agriculture are agreeable to a great part of them, yet some are averse to this sort of labour; and others, either from nature or accident, are rendered incapable of supporting it. These, however, may be equally useful to the public, by employing their talents in mechanic and manufacturing occupations.—Our own country is capable of supplying the materials for almost every kind of useful manufactures; and it is our duty and interest to derive all the advantage in our power from this fortunate circumstance.
A valuable part of the articles exported from this state is furnished by the fisheries; they therefore claim particular attention. But though, from our situation and habits, we are most directly interested in their success, they will ever appear to be of great importance to national security, when a system of maritime defence is contemplated. These, and other branches of useful labour, which have relation to the means of public safety, will, we presume, receive from the national legislation, the degree of protection and patronage which their importance requires.
The duties imposed by the general government on the importation of foreign articles, operate as a bounty upon our own manufactures. But still it may be requisite for the state government, to do something to encourage this species of industry; and even to afford pecuniary assistance, to persons who are engaged in introducing new branches, or prosecuting those which are eminently useful. In general however, when a manufacture is established, its continuance must depend upon the profits arising from it; if they fail to defray the expence, it is an indication that the labours ought to be applied to a more beneficial purpose.
The success of manufactures depends in a great measure on the manner in which the work is executed. A want of integrity in the persons concerned must eventually prove destructive to the branch in which they are engaged; and when the individuals are numerous, the careful attention of the legislature will be necessary, to prevent fraud to a whole class of men by the frauds of a few. To this end our inspection laws have been framed; and if carried faithfully into execution, and extended as there shall be occasion to other objects, will be of great use in improving the quality of our manufactures and preventing those deceitful practices which would destroy their credit.
It has been often said, that our manufacturing establishments will not succeed, so long as labour is at the present high price. This observation is not confirmed by general experience; for in many instances they are now in a flourishing and progressive state.—Our domestic manufactures are also of very great importance, both to public and private prosperity; as they furnish a large proportion of the necessary articles of clothing and furniture; they

City Hotel, BROADWAY NEW-YORK.
The Subscriber most respectfully informs his friends and the public, that the above Hotel will be opened on the first of May ensuing, when their patronage is earnestly solicited. He avails himself of this opportunity to return his sincere and grateful thanks to those societies, parties, and gentlemen, who have given him their support, and assures them that a continuance of their favors will be a stimulus to future exertions to please; and that the utmost attention shall be given for their comfort and accommodation.
Boarding may be had by the day, week, month, or year. Families travelling, may be elegantly accommodated with lodging and sitting rooms; and, if preferred, have dinner &c. in their apartments.
The Hotel being so well known, it is almost useless to say, that it is situated in one of the most healthy and pleasant parts of the city; commanding an extensive view in every direction, not only of the city itself, but also of the Narrows, the North and East Rivers, the flats of New-Jersey, York and Long-Island &c. &c.
A handsome coffee-room will be fitted up in the principal story; where gentlemen may have tea, coffee, chocolate, soups, and refreshments in general, at the shortest notice. All the leading newspapers in the Union, will be regularly taken in.
Public dinners and suppers in a plain or elegant style either for large or small parties. Also, beef steaks, oysters, &c. regularly furnished. An ordinary every day at half past 2 o'clock, by the public's obedient servant, JOHN LOVETT.
N. B. Rooms to let by the month or year. April 21, 1802.
FOR SALE.
A two-story frame House, situate on New Jersey Avenue, SQUARE six hundred and ninety, near the Capitol—it is very convenient for many kinds of business, having a near shop with a large bow window, and five rooms besides, all private—it is at present occupied by Mr. JOHN CARRENTES, mallet Taylor. For terms apply to JOHN MINCHIN. Jan. 19.
The George Town and Annapolis STAGE,
WILL commence on the first Monday in October next to run three times a week; leave Annapolis every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and return from George Town every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday—Fare and allowance as usual. JOSEPH SEMMES, JOHN SMITH.
This is intended to accommodate such gentlemen and ladies as are going to and from Frederick and Hager's Town. October 11 th , 1802.
FOR SALE OR RENT,
THAT elegant three story BRICK HOUSE, on the corner of Falls & Frederick Street in George Town, lately occupied by Mr. Piquion.
Likewise,
THE two well finished three story BRICK HOUSES, adjoining that occupied by Mr. CAMERON, Station Printer, on the Pennsylvania Avenue, east of the centre Market House, City of Washington—Apply to GEORGE THOMPSON, George Town. Geo. Town, Oct. 20.
To Rent on moderate terms.
A TWO STORY BRICK HOUSE ON a South Canal Street—in front is a large store completely fitted up for the wet and dry goods business, with a Parlor adjoining, which may be used separate from the House, and leave sufficient room for the accommodation of a private family—a kitchen with Servants room or—with a small smoke House adjoining—three stall stable and inclosed garden. Enquire of Mr. CHARLES VARDEN, New Jersey Avenue, or on the premises, of THOMAS JONES Nov. 25.
Thomas Carpenter, TAYLOR.
HAS received a very handsome assortment of goods, consisting of superior cloths, cassimere and coating, of all colours.
Patent water proof Cloths,
Silk and woolen Molekins, Toilettettes, velveteens, &c. of superior quality. From which, and an acquisition of the newest fashions and the best workmen, he can assure whatever commanded. Pennsylvania Avenue, near the President's Square, and New Jersey Avenue, about eight houses from Capitol square. Dec. 1, 1802.
TO LET,
And be entered upon immediately, three well finished BRICK HOUSES, NEARLY opposite Morin's Tavern, on Twelfth street very near Pennsylvania Avenue, built for the WASHINGTON BUILDING COMPANY.
The Houses will be rented on very reasonable terms. Apply to THOMAS CARPENTER near the President's Square. Dec. 1 st .
I wish to Rent a Warehouse
and Wharf on Square 472, and two Houses on Square 501. The wharf is situated in a central part of the City, most advantageous for the reception and sale of Lumber, the Warehouse is a commodious three story House with a garet, the whole length of the house, it is conveniently divided for storing goods of any kind, and has several rooms with fire places. The House on Square 501 consists of a brick house with a garden new palced in and a framed wood house near to it. The whole or any part of the above property will be let on reasonable terms. ROBERT BRENT. Jan 12.
Members of Congress, Travellers, and those gentlemen whose business call them to the City of Washington, are respectfully informed that the Subscriber has established the UNION TAVERN & WASHINGTON HOTEL,
On Pennsylvania Avenue, first house east of the President's, and one mile from the Capitol.
THERE is a pavement all the way, and the accommodations are equal to any in the United States, having thirty rooms fitted up in an elegant manner. Also, a large Coffee Room, 34 feet by 22—and a room over the same, now finishing, convenient for the reception of any public meeting, with a pleasant view of the Potomac and the surrounding country. All the principal newspapers in the Union are taken and regularly filed. WILLIAM LOVETT.
N. B.—To Let, a coach and single horse CHAIR. Nov. 26.
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE.
By virtue of a decree of the court of chancery of Maryland, the subscribers will expose to Public Sale, on Friday the fourth day of February next, on the premises, all that tract or parcel of land called Harrison's Security, lying in Anne Arundel county, containing 419 1-2 acres, whereon Mr. William Davidson lately resided. This land lies on West river, and has thereon an excellent dwelling-house and all necessary out houses, and three small dwelling-houses now occupied by tenants. The farm is very highly improved, and the soil well adapted for the growth of Indian corn and wheat. The situation is remarkable for its convenience to fish, oysters, and wild fowl of every kind.
The terms of sale of the above tract of land are, that the purchaser shall pay one fourth part of the purchase money on the ratification of the sale by the chancellor, giving bond with approved security to pay one third of the balance in three months, one other third in six months, and the residue in nine months from the day of sale, with interest from the said day of sale.
The subscribers will also expose to public sale, on Wednesday the ninth day of February next, at Mr. Rhodes's tavern, in the City of Washington, sundry lots or parcels of ground in the said city, in the following squares, to wit, parts of squares No. 212, 213, 214, 215, 220, 222, 248, 251, 252, 281, 282, 283, 285, 287, 316, 340, 341, 342, 367, 368, 372, 373, being in the who's 113 lots. The lots or parcels of ground offered for sale in the above squares have been subdivided into convenient building lots, and the whole or them lie to the north-east of the president's square, and some of them bind on the said square.
The terms of sale of the above lots or parcels of ground are, good in negotiable notes, with approved endorser, one third of the purchase money payable in sixty days, one other third in ninety days, and the residue in one hundred and twenty days from the day of sale, with legal interest from the said day of sale. The whole of the foregoing property having been mortgaged by William Davidson to William Campbell, (which has since been assigned to Thomas Snowden,) is offered for sale for the purpose of raising the sum for which it was mortgaged, with interest.
Upon payment of the whole purchase money the subscribers are authorised to execute deeds for the property sold. HENRY H. CHAPMAN, TH. HARRIS, Jun. } Trustees. Jan. 17, 1803.
MARIE ANNE PIC,
Respectfully inform her customers, that she has received a new supply to her extensive assortment of MILLENNERY GOODS, AMONG WHICH ARE, Cropt, Brush, and a-la-grecque Wigs, ornamented with Combs and Bandeaux Sultan Turbans, Drapery, Shoes of new color, embroidered & plain Ridicules of the newest form Spiths Nautiques Gloves embroidered with gold and silver Ornrich & silver feathers of the newest fashion Gentlemens fur gloves and other sorts Silk Stockings Satin and crape for dresses Silk great coats Muffs and Tippets Bandeaux a-la-minerve Flower diadems Perfumery of all kinds Socks Childrens toys Velvet bonnets, and Hats of the newest fashion Lace cap Handkerchiefs, &c. &c. &c. Jan. 19.
Fifty Dollars Reward
RAN AWAY from the subscriber some time in June 1800, a negro woman named Rynar about 25 or 30 years old, about five feet high, dark complexion, speaks good English, and is very attitud. Rynar is a very good cook, and fows with her needle equal to most women—Rynar was raised by Mr. Debut and sold from that estate to Mr. Robertson, and he sold her to Mr. Ben, Sothern, who sold her to me—It is likely she has scars on her back, as she has been severely whipped, has a husband who is known by the name of free Joe or Joe Wood—He very often works in the city of Washington, and it is likely Rynar is near that place. Rynar has a sister very like herself who was set free and lives with Mr. Addison near Grub town—Rynar is sometimes in the neighborhood of Mr. Samuel Molton, in Charles county who has her brother. The above reward will be paid to any person that will lodge said negro in any jail and give information to Mr. J. B. Dent of Charles county, or Mr. Joseph Turner of Port Tobacco who will give information thereof to me by a letter directed to Messrs. Rains and Sims Union Courthouse South Carolina, and the money paid as soon as I can get her and take her out of jail. JOHN S. SIMS. P. S. Mr. J. B. Dent has power to Sell her for me. Jan. 17 1803.
FOR SALE,
Or would be exchanged for a woman house servant that does not breed, A likely NEGRO WOMAN & CHILD—The Child a boy two years old, the mother has been chiefly used to house service, and is an excellent washerwoman. The present owner has no reason for parting with her except her breeding, which is inconvenient in a family—Enquire of the Printer. Nov. 29.
IMPORTANT DISCOVERY
Of extracting pure, wholesome, and fresh water from the salt water of the Ocean, by means of evaporation and condensation—WITH a new and useful improvement in the carbon of a vessel for working said machine without any additional expense for fuel, and supplies at a sufficiency of fresh water for the ship's use. Invented by SIMON ROUSE, and by him assigned to JOHN LAMB, who has obtained a Patent from the United States, signed by the President the first day of January, 1803.
Many gentlemen have examined the drawing and description of the said machine, and are firmly of opinion that it is of the utmost importance, and will be highly beneficial to all nations forever hereafter. It is understood the Patentee will shortly procure the machine (complete) on board one of our National ships (or some other) for satisfactory experiment, when the terms of vending will be made known and published in the several sea ports in the United States.
The Inventor and Patentee are citizens of the state of New York. Printers (friendly to the public good) will publish the above if they please. Jan. 6.
TIMBER
Wanted for cash on delivery.
The Directors for building a Bridge over the Eastern Branch, at the City of Washington, will contract for timber of the following kinds and quantities, viz:
  80 pieces white oak 34ft long to be 14 in. by 14 200 do 42 8 by 10   400 do 23 8 by 10   80 piles do 18 14 14   20 do do 20 14 14   20 do do 30 15 15   32 do do 28 14 14   40 do do 18 14 14   60 do do 40 15 15   36 do do 26 14 14   40 pcs. white } or blk. oak } 38 12 12   30 do do 24 12 13   80 do do 12 12 13   480 pcs. w. oak 10 5 7   480 do do 12 5 7 
The piles will be required square only 15 feet from the butts, and may taper to 10 inches square at the small end. The timber must be cut before the first of March, and delivered in April. Proposals for contracts will be received until the 25th day of January next. by Wm. BRENT, Secy. Dec. 29.
170,038 Acres of Land.
THIS body of land, in one entire and inclusive survey, is offered for sale to any individual or company, who may incline to purchase for the purposes of settlement and emigration. It is situated in the state of Virginia, on the Great Kenawha River, Montgomery county, and is distinguished by the name of "The Great Bent of the Kenawha," being intersected by the Piney river, Great and Little Bluestone rivers, Coal river, and uyapod river, as also by numerous other creeks and waters, running into said rivers. Numerous minerals, inexhaustible bodics of coal, and great appearances of ores, metals, salt springs and salt licks, are to be found on this tract, besides which, sugar may be made thereon to any amount, the sugar cane bud being in almost every part.
For fertility of soil, growth of timber, fitness for cultivation, salubrity of climate, and natural advantages, this body of land stands unrivaled by any tract of equal quantity in Western America; it will be submitted for sale to an entire purchaser, until the first day of June next, on very advantageous terms; after which, it cannot be disposed of at any price the present proprietor being compelled to a division thereof. An indisputable title will be given, and for further particulars, as to terms of sale and payment, enquire of JOHN BECKLEY, Esq. Clerk to the House of Representatives of the United States, at the city of Washington. November 1, 1802.
CHARLES VARDEN, TAYLOR, FROM PHILADELPHIA.
HAS received from Philadelphia an elegant assortment of the best quality Superior fine Cloths, Cassimere, Silk florantine, Black and fancy silk molekin velvet, white & figured Marcellus, Swadowns, Toilettettes, Velveteens, Fancy cords, Coatings, &c.
With a variety of other articles suitable for this winter season. N. B. Ladies Habits, Regimentals and Navy uniforms made in the first style of fashion. New Jersey Avenue, the second House from the Capitol Square. December 8, 1802.
Notice is hereby given to the
Creditors of WASHINGTON POWLE, a Bankrupt, that a final certificate of discharge will be granted to him at Stille's Hotel, on Monday, the 7th of February next, between the hours of 10 and 12 o'clock, A. M. by the Judge who issued the commission, unless cause be then and there shown to the contrary by the said creditors, or some of them. By order of the Judge. JOHN C. DENT, Clerk to the Commissioners. Washington, Jan. 24.
TO BE RENTED,
And possession given the first day of January next—THE Houses and Farm that WILLIAM WALTER WILLIAMS now occupies on the road leading from Alexandria to Leesburg—the buildings are calculated for a store and tavern. It is about 20 miles from Alexandria, and about two miles above Old Odiemans. For terms apply to the subscriber, living in Montgomery county Maryland, near the mouth of Seneca. HAR. LANE. December 29.
DOCTOR FENDALL.
Having just arrived in the City of Washington, takes the liberty to intimate to the inhabitants of the City of Washington, George Town, and their vicinage, that he means to exercise his skill in the line of his profession, for a few weeks, and may be spoke with at Mr. Stelles Hotel.
The Doctor's knowledge of the natural history of the human teeth—their adjacent parts, and the disorders to which they are subject, acquired by diligent attention, unremitting study, and experience of an extensive and successful practice, for upwards of twenty eight years, will, he hopes, entitle him to the confidence of all those who wish to employ him. He fondly flatters himself he has it happily in his power to a great extent without fear to such as have been his patients in the states of Maryland, Virginia, &c. for that degree of reputation which his conduct as a dentist has merited, and given him just claim to.—The doctor hopes at least he is considered as entitled to the highest grade among those of his profession in this country.
The Doctor entreats leave to offer to the public his Columbian anti-scorbutic Dentifrice for preserving the teeth, gums, sockets, &c. a dentifrice infinitely superior (he thinks) both in elegance and efficacy, to any thing hitherto used for the teeth and gums. It renders the breath sweet and agreeable, is a powerful anti scorbutic, and free from any corrosive quality whatever. No family, and especially where there are children should be without this excellent and valuable preparation, which doctor FENDALL avers to be productive not only of those effects and consequences as a sovereign Dentifrice and remedy for the disorders of the teeth and gums, but will also prevent them.
This admirable dentifrice is still sold (only by Doctor FENDALL) at the moderate price of one dollar a pot with directions. Jan. 12.
The Dey of Algiers.
This beautiful native Arabian Horse, IS NOW FOR SALE.
The proof of lineage and origin may be inspected, and the noble animal himself may be seen, by applying to Charles C. Jones at his farm, seven miles from this town: he is young, healthy and in fine spirits, and condition, and the trial of last season, (the only one he has stood in this part of the world) proves him a true fowl getter. As to his form, let those judge who are inclined to purchase.
The best judges have pronounced him perfect; his color is white; he is of full stature for his size, measuring exactly 14 hands 2 and a half inches. As, if not sold, he will be advertised to cover on the 1 st February. I cannot receive propositions later than that day. JOHN MASON. George-Town December 22, 1802.
FOR SALE By Edgar Patterson, GEORGE TOWN.
BEST old London Particular Madeira Wine, Sherry, ditto. 4th proof Cogniac Brandy, 1 st Proof Bordeaux Ditto, Cherry Bounce, Wine and cyder Vinegars, Sugar House Molasses, Spermaty Oil, Spanish Segars of a very superior quality, East India, ditto, Hyson, Young Hyson & Hyson skin Teas, Loaf, Lump and Brown Sugars, Green and white coffee, American Cheeses of superior quality, Raisins and Lemmons, Rice and Chocolate, Pearl and common Barley, Oat Meal and Sago, Spermaceti, Wax, and Tallow Candles, Brown Soap, by the box only, Demijohns, Liquor Cales, &c. &c. Dec 23 d .
The Subscriber has for sale,
London particular Madeira Wine, in pipes and quarter casks; West India Rum in hds. and barrels; Brown Sugar of excellent quality; and 55 bbls of Cargo Beef. WM. BRENT. Washington, Nov. 12.
WANTED,
A place in a Store, or any other business, as a Clerk or Steward, TO a private or public gentleman, who can be well recommended.—The wages required will be moderate until he is found agreeable to whom he may be employed.—A line addressed to F. M. and left at the office of the National Intelligencer, will be greatly received. Washington City, Jan 19 1803.
A few hundred weight of Baltimore manufactured leaf Sugar, and a parcel of Seine Twine, of a very superior quality, just received and for sale by STEUAIR & BEALL.
N. B. They have on hand, French, Peach, and Apple Brandy, Whiskey, Tar and Flour by the barrel, a large supply of Salt and Pailler of Paris and Shad. Jan. 17, 1803.
Little River Turnpike Road.
IT is requested by the President and Directors of the Little River Turnpike Road, that the Stockholders of the Company do pay to the Treasurer of the Company, William Hartshorne, ten Dollars upon each share held by them in the said Company, on or before the first day of February next.
James Keith, President. J. T. Ricketts, } Directors. Leven Powell, } Geo. Gilpin, } Alexandria, Jan. 24.
THE FEDERALIST.
JUST PUBLISHED, AND FOR SALE BY RAPINE, CONRAD & Co.
A new and corrected edition of the FEDERALIST, in two handsome volumes octavo, neatly bound and lettered.
The merits of this work are so well known, that it is thought unnecessary to say any thing in its favour. They will, however, presume to say, that in point of paper, print and binding, it is equalled by few publications, either in this, or any other country.
Also, for sale as above, The Medical Repository, and Review of America: Publications on Medicine, Surgery, and the auxiliary branches of Philosophy, in five vols. conducted by Doctors Mitchell and Miller, of New-York. This work is continued to be published in quarter yearly numbers, four of which make a volume, and are regularly received immediately after they are published.
At the same place may be had, The American Review and Literary Journal, publishing at New-York January 21, 1803.
On Saturday next will be published,
At the Book-Store, Pennsylvania Avenue, Price 25 Cents, or 20 Dollars, the 100 Copies An Examination of the Question, Who is the writer of two forged Letters, addressed to the President of the United States—attributed to John Rutledge, a Member of Congress from South-Carolina.
At the same Store may be had, All the new Political Publications on both sides of the question, and a beautiful collection of English and American Books, in the best bindings. Stationery of every description, and printing executed with speed, facility and neatness.
Among the new publications are, Tho. Paine's four Letters to the People of the U. States—25 cents. A Letter to Alexander Hamilton, King of the Fed.—25 cents.
All the pamphlets on the controversy concerning the intrigues of the Presidential Election in 1800—1801.
Paine's Letter to Gen. Washington, latest edition The Census of the United States, taken in 1790.
The Census for 1801. Almanac in Morocco, with useful tables, &c. Common Almanacs.
A new copies of the Report of the Committee of Commerce and Manufactures on the subject of Counterfeiting Duties, in 1803. The Official List of all the Officers under the government of the United States, published by order of Congress in 1802.
Ladies' Pocket Books, silver mounted, with hoisewife and steel instruments. Morocco Note Cases.
Gold and silver Tooth-picks and Tooth-pick Cases. Ladies' Scissors, with Silver and Morocco Sheaths.
Ivory Chess-men and Chess-boards. Buttresses and Shuttlecocks. Glass Shades for patent lamps and wicks. Japaned Card Racks. Crow Quills.
Stationery Cutlery of every description. Pencils, Ink, red and black, Indian Rubber, Playing Cards, Backgammon Tables, portable Desks, with Toilet Apparatus, Thermometers, Celestial and Terrestrial Globes, Paints and Pencils, wholesale and retail, at Philadelphia prices, for Cash. January 21.
TO BE LET,
And possession given immediately, The Frame Store in High-Street, George Town, now occupied by Mr. Michael Roberts as a Stationery Store.
ALSO TO LET, The Dwelling part of the new Brick House adjoining said Store. These two will be let together, or separate, as may be most convenient. For terms apply to EDGAR PATTERSON, at the above Store. Georgetown, Jan. 21.
Public Sale.
By virtue of a deed of trust from OWEN ROBERTS to the subscriber, on the third Monday in February next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, will be exposed to sale, for ready money, on the premises,
One Moiety of that Lot of GROUND in the city of Washington, described in the plan of the city by the number eighteen, in the square number one hundred and sixty eight, fronting fifty-nine feet upon the Pennsylvania avenue, and extending back one hundred and seven feet seven inches—Upon the premises is erected a two story brick Dwelling, and the lot is under a mortgage to secure the payment of fifteen hundred dollars, subject to which it will be sold—Also, one moiety of that Lot of Ground in the said city, described in the plan by number ten, in square number two hundred and fifty-six, fronting forty-eight feet five inches upon the open area on the Pennsylvania avenue, upon which there is an unfinished Frame Dwelling-House. JAMES KEITH. Alexandria, Jan. 17, 1803.
A NEGRO MAN
To be hired by the year, half yearly, or quarterly—A SOBER well disposed man about 27 years of age, cleanly, and has been many years employed as Coach Driver, stable boy, and occasionally waiting at table, and is a good working gardiner—His having a wife living near the District. He has a good character for sobriety and honesty. For further information apply to Mr. Summers Tavern keeper in College Town. Alexandria, Jan. 17, 1803.