Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-06-02 00:00:00

Public Vendue.
On FRIDAY, 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. tierces and bags, Coffee in tierces and bags, Chocolate, White and brown Soap, Mould and dip'd Candles, Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queens Ware in crates, FURNITURE, &c.
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS, Among which are, Cloths, Coatings, Kerfeymeres, Duffs, Plains and Kerfey, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elastics, blue Friezes, Calimancoes and Russels, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Platillas, Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Muslins and Muslin Hand'ls, India Muslins and Table Cloths Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Coloured Threads, Hats, Plated Candlesticks, And sundry other Articles. P. G. MARSTELLER. May 27.
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, Calimeroes, Kerfey, Coatings, Halfthicks, Fearnought, Blankets, Planes, Negro Cottons, Worsted and other Stockings, Irish Linens, Calicoes, Threads, Chintzes, Bedticks, Oznaburgs, Sewing Silks, Mullin and Muslin Handkerchiefs, India Cottons, &c. &c. THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer. June 1.
Notice.
All persons having claims against the estate of William Triplett, of Round Hill, deceased, are requested to bring them forward for adjustment and payment; and all those indebted to the estate, are respectfully called upon to make immediate payment to the Executors—it being their anxious wish to close all the accounts, and settle with the legatees as soon as possible. CHARLES LITTLE, GEO. TRIPLETT, } Ex'ors. March 1. d
HATS.
I have just received a few cases of English felt Hats, well assorted, and now for sale. Wm. HODGSON. May 9 d
For Cowes & a Market, The fine, new Ship AMERICA, ISAAC STONE, Master; expected to sail in 12 or 15 days, having the greater part of her cargo engaged. A few hhds. of tobacco will be received on freight, if immediate application is made either to Ricketts, Newton and Co. or to Robt. T. Hooe and Co. and the usual advances will be made on property addressed to Thomas Middleton and Co. in London. June 1. drw
For CHARLESTON, (SOUTH CAROLINA,) The new, fast sailing Schooner Young Lyon, FIELDER LUCKETT, Master: Will sail in all next week, has good accommodations for passengers. For passage only apply to the master on board, or to DANIEL M'CLEAN. May 26. d
For PHILADELPHIA, The SLOOP HILAND, JOHN HAND, Master: An excellent vessel, and will sail with all convenient speed. For Freight or Passage apply to the master on board, or to DANL. M'CLEAN. May 28. d
6000 bushels of Liverpool Salt for sale on board the Ship HERO, at Kirk's wharf. The said ship will take a freight for any port in Europe without the Straights.—Apply to the Master on board, or Wm. HARTSHORNE. N. B. The ship will carry 1800 bbls flour, or 250 hhds tobacco. May 9. d
For Sale or Charter, The Brig FOX, one hundred and twenty tons burthen. For terms apply to the master on board, or to LEWIS DEBLOIS. Who has for sale, About 30,000 feet inch and two inch plank, and a few barrels feed Potatoes. May 23. d
For LIVERPOOL, The fine, fast sailing (Philadelphia built) Ship United States, Captain O. P. FINLEY; has nearly all her cargo ready to go on board, and will be dispatched in 7 days. For Freight, of a few hundred barrels, or Passage (having elegant accommodations) apply to RICKETTS, NEWTON & Co. N. B. This ship is intended as a regular trader to Liverpool, and is expected to return very early in the autumn. May 26. d
JAMES WILSON Has received by the ship William and John, capt. Woodhouse, from London, SPRING GOODS, which will be opened and for sale immediately at his warehouse. Also—Brown Stout in casks of 6 doz. each. May 5. d
Printing in all its variety executed at this office with neatness and dispatch.
Molasses, Almonds, &c. Twenty hhds. retailing Molasses of a very superior quality, Twenty frails fresh Almonds, A quantity of loaf and Lump Sugar in hhds. & bds. Ten tierces fresh Rice, received per brig Celia, from N. York, and for sale by J. and T. VOWELL. They have on hand, 24 hhds. St. Kitts Rum, 2d and 3d proof, 100 bds. Pork, 40 do. brown Sugar, Muscatel and bloom Raisins, 50 tons Plaster, A few quarter casks London particular Madeira Wine. May 25. co2w
For Sale, Philadelphia Loaf and Lump Sugar, Three pipes old Lisbon Wine, Pennsylvania and Swedish Bar Iron, One pair Burr Mill Stones, 5 feet diameter, One pair Cologne do. about 5 feet. And at the Mill, Shorts and Bran, Ship Stuff, Indian Meal, Rye Meal, Oats, Plaster of Paris by the bushel. William Hartshorne. 5th Mo. 20. d
RICHARD VEITCH & Co. HAVE IMPORTED, In the ship William and John, from London, A few cases Irish Linens, a large and handsome selection of Prints of the latest patterns; two trunks of elegant assorted ribbons; 4-4, 9-8 and 6-4 plain and coloured cambric muslins, cotton velvet, dimities, striped cotton and cotton hosiery, with several other articles adapted to the season, which they offer for sale at their warehouse in King Street, on the most reasonable terms for cash, or a short credit. May 6. d
WILLIAM OXLEY, Has received per the William and John, from London, and the United States, from Liverpool, DRY GOODS, Suitable for the season, which are now offered for Sale, at his Store in King Street, upon terms agreeable to the purchasers. May 11. d
R. GRAY WILL be in New York during the Literary Fair to be held on the 20th June—orders for Books or other articles in their line of business left at R. & J. Gray's Book Store in King Street previous to the above date will be punctually executed. May 16. d
JOSEPH RIDDLE and Co. HAVE IMPORTED SPRING GOODS, In the William and John from London. They expect an additional assortment by the ship United States from Liverpool. May 5. d
Jonah Thompson and Son, HAVE IMPORTED In the ships William & John from London, and United States from Liverpool; Superfine Cloths and Calimeroes, Cambric, jacobet and book Muslins, silk Shawls, cotton Hosiery, Jeannets, Fustians, striped and clouded Nankenees, Corduroys, Velvets and Thicksets, Dimities, fancy Marceilles, Waistcoating, sewing Silks, Twist and Thread, &c. &c. They are in daily expectation of their assortment of Hardware. May 9. d
WINDSOR CHAIR MANUFACTORY. HECTOR SANFORD informs his friends and the public, that he has begun Chair Making in George Town, where any order, in his line of business, will be promptly executed. The Chairs will be delivered in Alexandria, free from all expence of carriage. Gilded Chairs made in as neat a manner, and at as low a price, as any in the United States. Letters by post will be punctually attended to. May 20. co7t
HORSE SHOEING, Agreeably to the Veterinarian Society, By Thomas Fuller, On Prospect Hill, near the 2d gate leading to Shuter's Hill House, the property of Benjamin Dulany. ALSO, All kind of Blacksmiths' work done immediately on application, on economical terms for Cash—(The order of the day.) Those that have riding horses may have them shod with broad Shoes, Spring Heels, proper for riding over pavement, and every kind of Shoes fit for the service that the Horse is to perform.—Shoes are made and ready to put on. N. B. Common Shoes at 5f. the set; the best Hunters at 6f. the set; the miller must come with the Horse, that is to say, the money, in plain English, for all work done by THOMAS FULLER. May 28. d6t.
We want to purchase, Five thousand bushels of CORN, for which Cash will be given, if delivered at Cameron Mills. RICKETTS, NEWTON & Co. Who have received by the ship United States, Two trunks Cotton Hosiery and to be sold on low terms by the package or dozen. May 16. d
BROADCLOTHS, CASSIMERE and HOSIERY FOR SALE. A few packages of superfine broadcloths, Cassimere and Hosiery, received by the ship United States, on terms highly advantageous to the purchasers. Apply to Wm. HODGSON. May 9. d
ADAM LYNN, Jeweller, OPPOSITE MR. MOTT'S TAVERN, KING STREET, HAS JUST RECEIVED A few elegant japanned
TEA & COFFEE URNS. Also, Tea Trays in sets; Tea Caddies; Bread Trays; Knife Trays; Snufflers and Trays; Knives and Forks; Penknives; Scissors; Gold Lockets; Breast Pins; Rings; Ear Rings; Pearl Bracelets; Necklaces and Neck Chains of the newest patterns; gilt, plated and steel mounted Swords; silver and gold Epau lets; Dirks; Horseman's Caps; Hollers and Sword Belts of a superior quality, with a variety of Plated and Fancy Goods. AND A HANDSOME ASSORTMENT OF Gold & Silver Watches, the whole of which will be sold very low. Wanted, A Journeyman Silversmith who understands the business well, to whom constant employment will be given; or if it could be made to suit, would be taken as a partner in the gold and silversmith business. May 28. eo

SUBSCRIPTIONS
To the PORT FOLIO, a literary Paper published in Philadelphia, are received by the Editor of this Paper. The terms are Five Dollars per annum, payable in advance.
Public Sale.
On Friday the 3d of June, will be sold on the premises,
A two story Frame House on Cameron street, westward of the Church.
A one story ditto on Alfred street, near the above—and
About 200 feet front of vacant Lots, on the above streets, together with all the ground rents payable on the remainder of an acre of ground of which the above forms a part.
T. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
May 31.
Public Sale.
Will be added to Friday's Sales,
 1 trunk Chintzes & Calicoes,  1 do. Muslins, Stuffs, &c. &c.  1 do. Dimities, Bedticks, & Dow-lets,  1 box Linnen Stripes,  1 bale of blue Garrahs,  20 boxes Windfor Glais,  8 boxes coarse HATS, handsomely assorted, at 120 days. 
P. G. MARSTELLER.
June 1.
PUBLIC SALE.
On Friday next will be sold, without Reserve, at the Vendue Store, the following
VALUABLE FURNITURE,
 4 Mahogany and common Bed Steads,  1 do. side Board,  1 do. Dining Table with ends,  1 do. Tea Table.  1 do. Book Case,  2 do Bureaus,  18 do. Chairs with cushings and covers,  1 do. Knife Case,  Looking Glasses,  1 Globe,  3 Feather Beds,  5 Matrasses,  Bed and Window Curtains,  2 Elegant paintings of the Great Falls of Niagara,  1 Large Copper Kettle,  4 pair neat Andirons, Shovels and Tongs, Fenders, &c.  1 Wheat Fan, &c. &c. 
PHILIP G. MARSTELLER.
May 30.
Public Vendue.
On Saturday, 4th June, Will be sold to the highest bidder, on a credit of 6, 12, and 18 months, the purchaser giving approved negotiable notes,
The three story
BRICK HOUSE & LOT,
In fee simple,
Situate upon the north side of Prince street, and east side of Washington street, and bounded as followeth, viz.
"Beginning at the intersection of said street, and running thence northwardly with Washington street and binding therewith 100 feet to a 10 feet alley, thence eastwardly with the line of the alley and parallel to Prince street 63 feet, thence southwardly with a line parallel to Washington street 24 feet, thence westwardly with a line parallel to Prince street 37 feet, thence southwardly with a line parallel to Washington street 76 feet to Prince street, thence westwardly with that street and binding therewith to the beginning, being 26 feet."
P. G. MARSTELLER.
May 13.
IMPORTED,
In the brig Lydia, via New York,
CLARET WINE,
in casks and cases of an excellent quality,
FOR SALE BY
J. W. & S. LEONARD & Co.
or
LEWIS LAMBERT & Co.
May 26.
eo6t
For Sale,
On a liberal Credit, or Lease for a term of years,
That elegant Brick Building in King street, adjoining the premises of Col. Gilpin. Possession may be had the 10th of June.
J. SWIFT.
European Intelligence.
LONDON, April 11.
RATHER FARCICAL.
The accounts from Constantinople, of the 4th ult. bring the details of the ceremonies attending the presentation of the credentials of general Brune to the grand seignior. Having notified his arrival, which took place on the 6th of January, to the porte, he was presented in succession to the different ministers, who felt all the interest which the first consul took in the re-establishment of that strong and ancient friendship which subsisted between the two Empires. They regretted, however, that the feasts of the Ramazan and the Bairam, retarded the audiences of the French Ambassador.
The first audience took place on the 14th of February. At ten in the morning the ambassador embarked at Top Hana, in the caik of seven pair of oars sent him by the Tchaoux-Bachi, accompanied by the secretaries of Legation, and the Dragoman Franchini. The Syrene frigate, which was anchored at the entrance of the harbour, fired a salute of 19 guns. The ambassador's suite occupied 120 caiks.
The ambassador landed at the foot of the stairs of the vizier's palace, where prince Callimachi, accompanied by different officers of distinction, received him, and instantly conducted him through the apartments where the ambassadors are in the habit of waiting. The ambassador entered the grand chamber of the Divan (Arz Odasse) at the same moment with the grand vizier, and by an opposite door. After reciprocal salutations, the grand vizier seated himself in a sofa, and the ambassador was placed on a chair opposite to him. The Reis Effendi, and several other ministers, stood on the right hand of the vizier. The ambassador pronounced the following discourse, which was immediately interpreted by prince Callimachi:
"The most great, most powerful, and most magnanimous first consul of the French republic, Bonaparte, delegates me to the sublime Ottoman porte, in the character of ambassador. I come, according to usage, to present to your highness the letters which invest me with this eminent character. Under the auspices of a treaty which renews the ancient alliance, and by the happy disposition of your highness's sentiments, all my measures will, I hope, successfully tend to draw closer those ties which imperious circumstances had relaxed but which the Ottomans and the French are accustomed to regard as the pledge of their mutual prosperity. The genius of the magnanimous first consul, the glory which he attaches to maintaining the peace of the world, the renown of his innumerable victories, the peaceable attitude of powers heretofore our enemies, the weight which the French republic has in the balance of the destinies of Europe, are so many pledges of the stability as well as of the importance of our engagement. Your highness knows that France is the friend, the natural ally of the Ottoman empire; that in point of good faith, generosity and greatness, the two nations have not any equals in the world, and that the dearest interests attach them to each other. I think myself happy in having been chosen to maintain this union; and I regard the honourable post assigned to me at the sublime porte as a glorious recompence for my military services. I am pleased to find, in the depositary of the confidence of his highness sultan Selim III. a grand vizier, a warrior, whose generosity and discretion smooth the difficulties of my new career. I present to him my congratulations on the peace, and I pray God to bless your highness in length of days and prosperity."
The grand vizier replied in terms expressive of his satisfaction at the renewal of the ancient friendship between the Ottoman porte and France, and particularly with the choice made by the first consul of an ambassador, who, he was persuaded, would faithfully exert himself to draw still closer the ties of friendship between the two powers.
The ambassador and his suite having then received a variety of presents, returned to the French palace.
On the 22d of February the ambassador had an audience of the grand seignior, whom he addressed in the following terms:
"Most high, most excellent, most
powerful, and most magnanimous and invincible emperor of the Mussulmans, Sultan Selim, in whom shine forth honour and virtue; the most great, most powerful, and most magnanimous first consul of the French, Bonaparte, sends me to your sublime porte in the quality of ambassador. These are the letters of credence by which he invests me with this eminent character. In presenting them to your highness, I am charged to felicitate you upon the happy conclusion of a peace, which re-establishes ancient friendships, and to testify to you how much the most magnanimous first consul takes an interest in the glory and prosperity of your reign.
"It is that republic, that great empire of which I am the ambassador, which through me, offers you its desires of the most perfect friendship. Fidelity and generosity are the virtues of the Germans and the French. This resemblance of character is a primary bond of connexion formed by nature. Long habit had confirmed it; and every interest concurred to draw it still closer. I am so much the happier in the mission which has been entrusted to me, as I daily perceive the justice and greatness which animates your highness have been transferred into the minds of those enlightened men to whom you have confided the different branches of your immense power. Happy in having to declare to your highness the sentiments of the immutable friendship of the First Consul, I am still more so, in being able to inform my government that I have witnessed the respectful affection borne towards you by all the faithful Musselmans, and that on the part of your highness and the ministers, I have experienced that exalted kindness which proves how much you have in your heart preserved your attachment to the most ancient and most constant of your friends. I pray the Almighty God, that for the happiness of your people, he may prolong your days, free from pain and trouble, and that he may spread the renown of your glory and your wisdom throughout the universe."
Whilst prince Callimachi was interpreting the ambassador's speech, Sultan Selim, whose person is handsome and full of majesty, seemed satisfied, and pointed out the passages which flattered him, by signs of approbation. His highness then ordered the Grand Vizier to make a reply. The Grand Vizier spoke in a grave and respectful manner; and his speech was immediately interpreted by the Dragoman of the Porte.
"It is on the part of his majesty, the most high, most august, and most powerful, that his highness the Grand Vizier replies to your excellency, and feels anxious to express to you the satisfaction felt by his highness at the renewal of the former friendship between the Sublime Porte and the republic of France; and also, in consequence of the good intentions and the sincere sentiments manifested on the part of the most magnanimous First Consul, Bonaparte, and to assure you still farther of the disposition and intention of his highness to consolidate, in every respect, the ties of sincere friendship which unite the two powers."
The ambassador, on leaving the palace, was presented with a horse richly harnessed. The Dragomans, the French merchants, the officers of the frigate, and the commissaries of commercial relations, dined the same day with the ambassador; in the evening he received the complementary visits of the diplomatic body; and the ceremonies of the day were concluded with a grand ball.
Island of Goree.
This place has not yet been surrendered to France; a circumstance for which loud complaints are made against this country. The Paris papers have published a long correspondence between Col. Frazier, the English Governor at that place, and the French Commandant of Senegal, who was ordered to take possession of Goree. Col. Frazier was prepared to surrender the place, but waited for a transport from England to bring away the troops, stores, and provisions. The French Commandant offered to furnish him with two French ships to carry the garrison to Sierra Leone. Col. Frazier declined the offer, not knowing of any example of an English garrison having evacuated an island restored by a treaty of peace, under any flag but its own. He wished, however, to delay giving his final answer till the return of a vessel which he had dispatched to Sierra Leone. That vessel brought him the information that the Governor of Sierra Leone had freighted a transport to bring
away the garrison. But in the mean time Commodore Hallowell, in the Argo, touched at Goree, and informed Col. Frazier that the provisions there were destined for another service; and that a vessel would be sent for them from England direct. He therefore felt it to be his duty to wait the arrival of that vessel. The French Commandant made some objection to this arrangement, and conceived that the provisions might have been left under his care, and make himself responsible for them, and engaging to deliver them to any person sent to receive them. Col. Frazier declined acceding to the plan proposed by the French Commandant, and persisted in waiting the arrival of the vessel from England. The dispatches which the French Commandant sent off to his government, giving an account of this event, are dated the 26th of January.
NEW YORK, May 30.
Captain Joy, of the brig Thetis from Bordeaux, left the port on the 28th April, at which time, as he informs us, no circumstance had occurred by which the momentous question of Peace or War could be decided. We have seen letters of the 23d from gentleman of the first respectability in Bordeaux, which express an opinion (grounded principally on the frequent interchange of couriers, the length of the negotiation, & the little preparations for war making by the French) that the dispute between the two Governments will be amicably adjusted.
Capt. Lasher, from Cadiz, informs us that the quarantine on American vessels in that port is taken off. In the bay were nearly 20 vessels laden with not less than 15,000 barrels of flour, which could not be disposed of at 8 dollars. Markets very dull. The misunderstanding between the English and French governments formed the principal subject of conversation in Cadiz; and nothing was more dreaded than the speedy recommencement of hostilities.
SAVANNAH, May 13;
Federal Circuit Court.
WILLIAM J. HOBBY,
vs.
DAY & HELEY.
This was an action brought in the fifth circuit court of the United States, by the Plaintiff, William J. Hobby, late post master at Augusta, against the defendants Ambrose Day and James Heley, for a false and malicious libel, published in a paper edited and printed by them, entitled Louisville Gazette, and Republican Trumpet; wherein the plaintiff, then post master, was charged in substance with being in the habit of committing alarming abuses in his office, with detaining and sometimes suppressing letters; with sending newspapers of a republican complexion by wrong routes, destroying or detaining them till they became useless; with refusing to deliver the papers of the defendants to their subscribers in Augusta, and other abuses which the publication insinuated, had increased to such a degree as to occasion numerous complaints and to become of public notoriety.
On charges of this high and criminal nature, which if true, would necessarily involve the guilt of PERJURY, as they could not be committed without a violation of his oath of office, the plaintiff thought proper to afford the defendants an opportunity of producing their proofs in a court of justice, and on Tuesday last the cause came on for trial in this city, when numerous as it was pretended had been the abuses, as generally as they were alleged to be known, not a single witness was produced to establish any one of the allegations, nor was the minutest evidence offered of a COMPLAINT against the office having ever existed, but the whole publication appeared to be totally without foundation, and to have originated in diabolical wickedness and deliberate malice. After a short argument by Mr. Bulloch for the defendants, and Mr. Walker for the plaintiff, the cause was committed to a jury of upright, impartial and honest men, many of whom, though not agreeing in POLITICAL sentiments with the plaintiff, rightly considered and justly estimated the sacred right of individual reputation, felt themselves bound by eternal principles of justice, and who after retiring for a few moments, returned a verdict for the plaintiff, damages two thousand dollars.

LEXINGTON, May 17.
A letter from a gentleman of Lexington, now at Natchez, contains the following prices current. From the respectability of the writer, we believe they are correct, although they differ from those given in the Natchez papers.
PRICES CURRENT at NATCHEZ.
April 26
   D. C. D. C.     Flour 4 to 4 50   Cotton in bales 15 16   Bacon per cwt. 8 9   Lard 8 10   Whiskey per gal. 50 62   Bale Rope long   credit, 12 and 18 months 10   Pork per bar. 8 10  
"The above prices are merely nominal, as it's impossible to effect sales at any price here for money."
Alexandria Advertiser.
THURSDAY, JUNE 2.
CONSULATE OF SPAIN,
Baltimore, May 9, 1803.
The undersigned, his Catholic Majesty's Consul for the state of Maryland, hereby gives public notice to those whom it may concern, that agreeably to a Royal order of the King his master, issued at Tortola the 19th November, 1802, and officially transmitted to him; Consular Certificates will be required in all the Custom Houses in the kingdom of Spain, proving the exportation and origin of all foreign produce or merchandise intended to be imported in any of the ports thereof. These Certificates to be given by his Majesty's Consuls residing in the respective provinces, or departments to whose district the articles of produce or goods so certified shall have belonged, or by those residing at the ports of exportation: With this absolute condition, that for each separate article and owner, a certificate must be produced, specifying the number of packages or chests therein contained; and separate certificates will be required, according to the diversity of the articles, of the marks, of the packages, chests and owners; and in every instance of contravening this Royal order, the goods shall be confiscated.
J. B. BERNABEU.
CONSULATE OF SPAIN,
Baltimore, May 28, 1803.
As the City of Alexandria is now included within the jurisdiction of this consulate, the Merchants and others interested inhabitants thereof, are desired to take notice, that they must apply to this office for the Consular Certificates required by the Royal order of 19th November last, alluded to in my publication of 9th inst. and for any other Documents requisite for the admission of foreign ships in the ports of Spain.
J. B. BERNABEU.
(June 2.) d3t
From Havannah, April 27.
"The Marquis De Montalvo sailed yesterday for New Orleans, to deliver up Louisiana to the Great Nation, which has an agent here buying up Blood Hounds, to hunt the poor negroes in St. Domingo."
[Bost. Cent.]
Several persons have lately been convicted in N. Hampshire, of passing counterfeit bank notes, dollars, &c. Three have also been convicted of horse stealing and received the following singular punishment "being marked with Indian Ink, over the forehead, from the hair of the temple on one side, to the hair of the temple on the other side, and from the middle of that line, by another deeply inserted to the end of the nose, leaving an indelible impression of the letter T."
(Bost. pap.)
FROM NEW ORLEANS.
Captain Don, of the brig Friends Adventure, arrived at New York, in 21 days from New Orleans, informs, that the greatest preparations were making there to receive the French troops, that even the custom house had been converted into barracks for their reception, and that contracts had been made for the delivery of 1000 cattle in the month of May for the army. Ere this they must have been informed of the blockade of this expected French army in the ports of Holland, by an English squadron: and that
their preparations will be useless, not only for the present, but we hope for ever.
We have received verbal information from New Orleans, as late as the 29th of last month. On the 23d there arrived at that place a Courier from Old Spain. It was sanguinely expected there, by the Americans, that this vessel was the bearer of some satisfactory explanation on the subject of the right of deposit. Unfortunately however, when the contents of her advices were known, it appeared, that the intendant had indeed received answers to the last dispatches, forwarded soon after the occlusion of the port;—BUT THAT THESE ANSWERS WERE UNACCOMPANIED BY ANY ORDERS OR EXPLANATION ON THE SUBJECT!!! This silence on a matter which involved the good faith, and consequent tranquility of the Court of Spain, could not be construed into any thing less than a tacit approbation of the intendant; and so it was generally understood at New Orleans. Our informant is further of opinion, from an intimate acquaintance with the character and principles of Mr. Morales, the Intendant, that he would not hazard his reputation by committing an act of this magnitude, without he were well assured of the support of his government.
Indeed circumstances were daily disclosing at New Orleans, which more and more evinced, that this unprovoked attack on our rights, was the result of cabinet intrigue between Spain and France.
The above information we received from a gentleman of unquestionable veracity. [Relf's Phil. Gaz.]
Gallatin and Mathew Lyon.—Mathew Lyon, the famous Knight of the wooden Sword, and of spitting memory, is agent of the United States for furnishing supplies to the army. A bill drawn by him on the Treasury of the United States was lately forwarded to this place to be presented for acceptance, or payment, if it could be had. The bill was drawn in February last and the money was not due from the United States until October next. The bill was presented, and paid immediately, though the credit of the United States or of the Drawer would not have been injured by delay, because it was mentioned by Mathew when he sold the bill, that the money was not due from the United States till Oct. We have been thus particular in this transaction, not from any great importance attached to it, but to contrast it with the fate of another bill drawn under very different circumstances.
Mr. Steele, the late Secretary for the Mississippi Territory, drew on the Treasury of the United States for money which was due to him, under an act of Congress, for services performed in collecting the direct tax. When the bill was presented to Mr. Gallatin, he acknowledged the money to be due, but would not pay the bill until all the returns under the direct tax had come in, and the accounts settled. This was in November, 1801. In this situation the bill lay unpaid, until the accounts were settled, which was near fourteen months after it was first presented, when the holder called upon Mr. Gallatin for payment. To his unspeakable astonishment, the bill could not be paid, because—hear the Genevan—because all the money due for these services was not drawn for at the same time. * The bills presented were therefore protested, and returned to the drawers, the fair and honest creditors of the United States, who are subjected to all the expences and damages of a protested bill, besides the long delay of payment. The baseness of this transaction can only be fully understood by comparing it with the one first detailed, and seriously reflecting on the consequences which must and
* The money was not all due Mr. Steele, his agents being entitled to a part. The bill of one of his agents be forwarded with his own, and it met the same fate. The other agent, living probably at a great distance, and not wanting his money, has not though proper to draw for it; therefore both the other creditors must await the pleasure of this one. If he should not call on the United States for his money, those creditors who have no connexion with or controul over him, must lose their debt for his folly or negligence. This doctrine has certainly the merit of novelty to recommend it. It may have been considered as very just and equitable in France or Geneva, but not in this country.
might result from it. In the first we see a man despised by every person of character in the United States made the agent of government, and such anxiety shewn to render him service and to honor his drafts, that they are paid many months before they are due. On the other hand we see a faithful and good officer, universally respected and esteemed, drawing upon the Treasury for money acknowledged to be due him. The secretary, instead of paying it, puts it off on frivolous pretext for more than a year, and then subjects the drawer to very great expence, trouble and delay, which might have been avoided, by stating the objections at first. The damages occasioned by the protest are regulated by the different states. In few are they less and in some more than 15 per centum on the whole amount, besides interest, cost and charges. A pretty little sum for an American to pay for the whim or caprice of an insolent foreigner.
We are not acquainted with Mr. Steele's circumstances; but let us put a very natural supposition, and a very common case: Suppose Mr. Steele, being employed by the government, had neglected all other business, depending solely on his official emoluments to support his family—relying on the promptitude of government to pay its debts, he enters into engagements on the credit of his public bills, to provide for the future support of his family; most of his fortune, and all his credit, rest on these bills; they are forwarded—when presented at the Treasury such an answer is given, as to keep alive hope, and to support credit.—After several months delay and anxious expectation, the bills are suddenly protested, the unfortunate, though fair creditor, relying on the faith of government, is irretrievably ruined, and himself and family reduced to beggary.
It may be answered, perhaps, that in the present instance, the consequences will not be as injurious as expressed. Of this we cannot certainly speak; but every person will allow, that there are thousands on whom such conduct would operate as fatally as above described; and towards any person it would be in the highest degree unjust.
Such, Americans, are the glorious effects of placing imported patriots at the head of your affairs. The dregs and outcasts of every foreign nation, are received with open arms, nourished and supported by our government, whilst those foreigners, whose residence is really beneficial, and native Americans, are spurned with indignation by our rulers, and ruined by reliance on the faith and honor of government. Such are the men selected by the chief magistrate to conduct your affairs; not because they are better qualified, but because they feel none of those sympathetic emotions, none of those unphilosophical weaknesses, which arise from being the children of one common country, and from those tender endearments and early associations, which form the strongest cement to society, the firmest foundation of government, and the most fruitful source of friendship and patriotism. The man who fanned the flame that threatened to conflagrate our country, could not be supposed very warmly attached to its prosperity or happiness: Nor should we look for nobleness or generosity from him who could lead those deluded by his artifice and sophistry to the brink of destruction, and upon the least appearance of danger, leave them a sacrifice to his turbulence and ambition.
When a man is appointed to office, who, tho' a stranger among us, commenced his public career by an avowed hostility to our laws, and by countenancing and persuading an opposition to our government—who threatened infamy and destruction to those officers who dared to perform their duty—when such a man is placed as the second officer under the president, what can we expect, but contempt of our laws, and insult to our citizens? [Wash. Fed.]
A Proclamation, to be in force 6 months from the date, was issued at Jamaica on the 8th April.
It directs that no person not a natural born subject of the King of Great Britain, arriving at any part of the island of Jamaica, from any island or colony in the West Indies, belonging to or in possession of any foreign European power, shall land, except in the city of Kingston, and under certain regulations.
A person is to be appointed to board all such vessels, and to examine the master,
&c. relative to the description of the passengers and crew: and if the vessel contains any person of the above description he must not land without permission in writing from the police officer of Kingston, after some freeholder has entered into 500l security for his peaceable behaviour and good conduct.
A pedant lately entered into a Tallow Candler's in Whitechapel, and asked for a pennyworth of candles in the following sublime diction—"pray give me a pennyworth of your fabacious composition to illuminate my obscure cubicle ."
Public Sale.
Will be sold To-Morrow, at the Vendue Store,
A Curious Chinese SHIP, or JUNK,
built entirely of Cloves.
Also, A handsome double barreld GUN. P. G. MARSTELLER.
June 2.
Shutz's
CIRCULATING LIBRARY, PRINCE STREET, ALEXANDRIA.
THE Proprietor has just received, and added to his former collection,
Two Hundred Volumes,
among which are the following, viz. Shakespeare's Works, Anacharsis's Travels, Mackenzie and Bigh's Voyages, Cambons, Lettres, Piazzi's Synonymy, Elegant Extract's Hoyle's Games, &c. &c.
Novels & Romances.
Adulteress, Adelaide, Augusta, Algerine Captive, Affected Indifference, Abbey La Trappe, Bampfylde Moore Carew, Count Hohenstern, Charles Altman, Castle Rackrent, Clara and Antonia, Don Quixote, Danish Massacre, Dorinda, Doubtful Marriage, Double Surprise, Dusseldorf, Emilia de Varmont, Emily, Excursion, Edwy and Edilda, Fesari, Fashionable Follies, Gonzalvo, Henrietta Mortimer, Independent, Innocent Impiety, Jaque ine, Kentish Curate, Louisa, Monk, Maitre Jacques, Monk of the Grotto, Platonic Marriage, Peggy Black, Peregrine Pickle, Packet, Rash Vows, Retribution, Sophia Baddeley, St. Ruthin's Abbey, Secrecy, Sempronia, Tales, Warwick, Young Widow, &c. &c.
Subscribers are respectfully informed that Books can only be charged once a day.
June 2.
2aw3gt
John Gardner Ladd
HAS FOR SALE,
At his Warehouse, Prince Street Wharf,
 Loaf and brown Sugars,  West India and N. England Rum,  Coffee, Chocolate, fresh Teas,  New Rice, white and brown Soap,  Spermaceti and tallow Candles,  Seal Leather, Beef and Pork,  Lamp and Tanners' Oil,  French Brandy and Holland Gin,  Few boxes excellent Claret,  Bar Iron, stone Lime,  New Herrings and Shad,  A few bds. good Vinegar,  Cables and Cordage of all sizes,  Russia and ravens Duck,  India Cottons, Nankeens,  Bandanna Handkerchiefs,  Irish Linens, German do.  Pepper, Cinnamon, Nutmegs, Ginger,  Alum, Copperas, Brimstone,  Cotton, Wool and Playing Cards,  Wrought and cut Nails,  A few boxes Olives, Capers and Sweet Oil,  Writing Paper,  Mens' fine and coarse Hatts, &c. 
June 2.
d
A Warehouse to Let.
I will rent my Warehouse, situate on King street, adjoining the mansion house in which I live, opposite Mr. J. Kincaid's. Possession may be had immediately. It is very convenient for a Grocery store, or a Flour Merchant. For terms apply to
P. MARSTELLER.
June 2.
eo
I do hereby forwarn all persons having any kind of dealings with Peggy Trammell Smallwood, or harboring her, as I am determined to pay no debts of her contracting.
Sam. Trammell Smallwood.
June 1.
eo2ty

Tucker's Blackstone.
GENTLEMEN, in any part of Virginia who have subscription papers in their hands, are earnestly requested to send them immediately by post to the publishers in Philadelphia—the work is in great forwardness, and will it is presumed, be ready for delivery early in the fall; before which time it will be the interest of those who intend to subscribe to leave their names with the publishers.
Since the prospectus was first issued Judge Tucker has made a selection of the most applicable of Mr. Christian's Notes, which will be printed under their proper references.
May 13. eom
R. T. HOOE & Co.
HAVE IMPORTED
In the ship United States from Liverpool, 4d, 6d, 8d, 10d, 12d and 20d. Nails,
A few casks of Iron Castings, assorted, Cutlery and Hardware in general, 15 casks of Copperas, 34 casks patent Shot, Fine and coarse Hats in boxes, 70 pieces of twilled Sacking, 70 boxes Window Glass, 170 kegs of white, Venetian red, yellow and red paints.
May 9. eo
Valuable Property
FOR SALE.
One Tract of about 1,100 acres of land within six miles of Alexandria, on which are a good Grist Mill with two pair of stones in good order; a Distillery with three stills and a boiler, the house has lately been enlarged and put in complete order; a dwelling house with two rooms on the first and four on the second floor; an excellent ice house, wash-house and kitchen, all almost new and in good order; a large barn and stable almost new; several out houses for the miller, distiller and work people, corn house, smoke house, spring house, and fowls houses, and a very good garden. There are about 2500 fruit trees on the land, all of the choicest fruits America can afford, and we will venture to say that there is not a better collection in Virginia; about sixty acres of the land are in meadow, and about 700 acres in woods, and most of it thickly timbered, particularly the bottom land, of which there are about 400 acres, exclusive of the meadow.
One other tract of land about 12 miles from Alexandria, and adjoining on the south side of Ravenworth, containing about 170 acres. This land is well situated for farming; there is a framed dwelling house on it, with two rooms on the first and two on the second floor.
One other Tract about five miles from Alexandria, near the turnpike road and the land of Mr. Charles Lee, occupied by Mr. Randall, containing 80 acres and most of it in woods. The only improvement on this land is a pretty good log house.
Lots in Alexandria.
That Lot of Ground on which the bake house and dwelling house stand, at present occupied by Mr. Andrew Janieson.
The Lot adjoining the bake house lot, on which the tobacco warehouses stand.
A large Lot opposite the tobacco warehouses, on which are two small framed dwelling houses and a carriage house.
A Lot on the north west corner of Queen and St. Asaph streets, containing 6 rods of land on Queen street and about 100 feet on St. Asaph street.
A Lot on the east side of Washington street, near Queen street, containing 10 rods of land, with the benefit of an alley of 10 feet 6 inches, running the whole distance on the south side and east end of the lot.
Lands in the Western Country.
One Tract of 1,675 acres, one of 2,000 acres, and one of 3,000 acres in Randolph, formerly Harrison county, Virginia, equal in quality to most of the lands in that country. One tract in Kenhawa, formerly Montgomery county, on Mud river, containing about 5,000 acres; this land is about 40 miles below the mouth of Great Kenhawa, and about 6 miles from the Ohio river, is almost all bottom land and equal in quality to any land in that country, and navigable within two miles of the land.
One Tract of 400 acres on Co-pha-ho creek, which empties into the Great Kenhawa, said to be very valuable.
HEPBURN and DUNDAS.
May 11. (13) 2aw6ht
THE PARTNERSHIP OF
HEPBURN & DUNDAS
being by mutual consent dissolved, all persons indebted to them are earnestly requested to make immediate payment, or they will be under the necessity of bringing suit against every delinquent, and all those who may have claims against them are desired to bring them in that they may be paid.
Wm. HEPBURN, JOHN DUNDAS.
Alex. May 12. 2aw6w
Just Received AND FOR SALE BY ROBERT & JNO. GRAY, King-Street, BROAD GRINS:
Comprising with new additional Tales in verse, those formerly published under the title of
"My Night Gown and Slippers."
By GEORGE COLMAN, the younger Author of the "Poor Gentleman," &c.
Also, a new edition of
THE FARMER'S BOY,
By ROBERT BLOOMFIELD.
Price 75 Cents each.
May 23. d
SPANISH HIDES.
1200 Spanish Hides, just received and for sale by J. & J. H. TUCKER.
ALSO,
By the sloop Friendship, from Barbadoes, 10 hhds and 40 bbls first quality SUGARS; and from New York, 10 boxes fresh Prunes. A general assortment of Groceries as usual
May 6. eo
Twenty Dollars Reward.
Ran-away from the Subscriber, at Frederickburgh, on the 25th inst. a negro man named
DUKE,
from 30 to 35 years of age, about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, well made, of a yellowish complexion; speaks loud when spoken to, and the lower part of both his ears cut. Had on when he eloped, a snuff coloured broad cloth coat, striped swansdown waist coat, white Russia Sheetings trousers, black fur hat with a small rim, and shoes; but having other clothes, it is probable he may change his dress. It is expected he will endeavor to impose himself on the public as a free man, as I am informed he has a pass.
The above reward, and all reasonable charges, will be paid, for securing him, so that the subscriber gets him again, on giving information to Mr. John Hodgkins, Alexandria.
Wm. Campbell.
N. B. Masters of vessels and others are forbid harbouring said fellow, as they will be prosecuted to the utmost rigor of the law.
May 28. eo31 1/2
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, County of Alexandria, ss.
March adjourned session, 1803.
Josiah Wason, Plff. against John R. Wheaton and Walter D. Addison, Defs.
THIS suit is set for decree on bill and answer as to the defendant Addison, and the said defendant Wheaton not having entered his appearance and given security according to the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this District, on the motion of the plaintiff by his counsel; it is ordered that the said defendant, Wheaton, do appear here on the first day of June term, next, and answer the plaintiff's bill and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the public newspapers published in this county for two months successively and posted at the front door of the court house of the said county.
A Copy—Test, G. DENEALE, Clerk. 1aw2m
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, County of Alexandria, ss.
March adjourned session, 1803.
Scott & n Company, Plffs. against Harman and Davis, and Robert B. Jamieson, Defs.
THE defendant, Samuel Davis, not having entered his 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 Samuel Davis is not an inhabitant of this District, on motion of the said complainants, by their counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendant Samuel Davis, do appear here on the first day of June term, next, and enter his appearance to the suit, and give security for performing the decree of the court, and that the other defendant, Robert B. Jamieson, do not pay away, convey or for the debts by him owing to, or the estate or effects in his hands belonging to the said absent defendant Samuel Davis, 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, G. DENEALE, Clerk. 1aw2m
JUST PUBLISHED, By COTTON & STEWART, AND FOR SALE At their Bookstore, and the Bookstore of J. V. Thomas, (PRICE ONE DOLLAR,) LETTERS
FROM HIS EXCELLENCY Gen. GEO. WASHINGTON,
TO Sir ARTHUR YOUNG,
AND
Sir J. SINCLAIR, Bart.
ON
AGRICULTURE,
AND
OTHER INTERESTING TOPICS.
Few works have been published in America, that claim the agriculturist's attention more than this. Added to his own experiments, opinions and calculations, it contains those of the most eminent farmers in the middle states; collected from them by himself, and transmitted to the British Board of Agriculture of which he was an honorary member.
April 25. d
THE SUBSCRIBER
Has for sale at his store, opposite Dean and Gardner's, Union Street,
The following Articles:
RUM of different kinds, Holland Gin, French Brandy, Whiskey and Wines, Loaf and brown Sugar, Best green Coffee, Chocolate, Hyson and Young Hyson Teas, Tammarins, fresh Rice, Muscadel Raisins by the box, Fresh Figs, China Oranges, Lemons and Limes, Rhode Island Chees, Mens' Shoes of an excellent quality, Salmon in kegs, Fine Rhode Island Potatoes, Cavendish's Tobacco, Best Havannah Segars, Shad and Herrings by the bl. Good firkin Butter, Soap and Candles, and a general assortment GLASS and CROCKERY WARE. Just received one hhd.
FRESH LEMON JUICE,
which he offers for sale on very moderate terms, by the gallon or smaller quantity.
ABEL WILLIS.
May 19. d
The whole of the property of John Fitzgerald, advertised for sale on the 21st ult. could not on that or the succeeding day be set up, owing to previous engagements of the Vendue Master; it was then concluded as most eligible to postpone the sale of the residue until the 19th day of May, (inst.) There remain the Distillery, the piece of ground upon Wolfe and St. Asaph streets, and the tract of Land in the vicinity of the town, which will on that day be exposed to sale on the terms formerly advertised.
THOS. A. DIGGES, } Acting JAMES KEITH, } Executors.
May 2, eo
One of the Executors being obliged to attend the General Court in Annapolis, on the day appointed for the sale, a further postponement becomes necessary. Thursday the 23d day of June is appointed when the sale will certainly take place.
May 16. d
Jeremiah Satterwhite, COACH MAKER,
Still continues to carry on the business, in St. Asaph street, opposite Edward Martin's Blacksmith Shop. He returns his sincere thanks to the inhabitants of Alexandria and its vicinity, for the liberal encouragement he has met with, and hopes a continuance of their favors, as he will do every thing in his power to give general satisfaction.
He has now on hand a few handsome GIGS, nearly finished, of choice materials, which he offers for sale on moderate terms.—WANTED, two good wood workmen, a carriage maker and wheel right, to whom generous wages will be given.—Likewise, two boys, well recommended, to any part of the business, as he intends carrying it on in all its branches.—Wanted to purchase, oak timber for spokes, ash timber (very tough) sawed or in logs, some good poplar plank, for which the cash will be given.
May 19. 2aw1m
JUST RECEIVED, Thirteen Hundred lbs. dry, well cured Venison Hams,
A few hundred sweet Oranges of an excellent flavor, fresh Lemons, A few bds. new Pork and Herrings, very good.
Also—Seed Potatoes of an excellent quality by the barrel or bushel.
ALSO,
A few barrels of Apples and fresh Prunes.
Thos. Simms.
April 22. d
HARDWARE, &c.
By the United States, the subscriber has received an extensive assortment.
Also,
A variety of Tools, Looking Glasses, &c. manufactured in this country.
PHILIP WANTON.
5th mo. 9th d
Notice.
ALL persons having claims on the estate of the late Mrs. Martha Washington, are requested to exhibit their accounts properly proved; and those persons indebted to the said estate are desired to make immediate payment.
THOMAS PETER, Acting Executor. 2aw
March 3. 2aw
THE FAMOUS JACK
Columbus,
Will stand at Mount Washington, one mile from the George-Town Ferry, and be let to mares at Ten Dollars the season; but if paid by the first of August, Eight Dollars will be received in full, and Half a Dollar to the groom.
Columbus was got by the old Knight of Malta, imported by Gen. Washington, his dam by the Royal Gift, out of the old imported Maltese jennet.
This celebrated Jack is considered by judges as superior to any imported into this country, or raised herein. Gentlemen, doubting the propriety of this assertion, are earnestly requested to view the animal and judge for themselves. He is a Jack of great size and very high form.
At the same place may be seen a number of mules, whose performance will give a complete idea of their value.
Pasturage gratis; but not liable for accidents or escapes.
JOHN WITHERS, Manager.
May 18. 1aw3w
Ricketts, Newton and Co.
Have for Sale,
50 boxes Segars, 2 bales Muslins, 6 pipes old Madeira Wine, 5 rees's Threads, 100 pieces Bandanoes, 10 bales Cotton, 1 trunk low priced Callicoes, 2 butts French Brandy, 50 boxes Soap and Candles, 4 boxes Wool and Cotton Cards, 50 kegs Tobacco (James river) 20 bds. Beef and Pork, 10 hhds. Sugar, 10 tons Swedish Iron, 20 boxes Chocolate, 100 reams Wrapping Paper, 100 do. Writing do. French and Nova Scotia Plaster, Lisbon and Turk's Island Salt. A large quantity of Bran to be sold very cheap, if taken away soon.
They are giving Cash for Wheat, Flour, Corn, Rye and Tobacco, April 2.
I will rent the DWELLING HOUSE and WAREHOUSE, on Prince street, the latter of which I occupy.
The Warehouse is very well calculated for the wholesale dry goods business, and the other, well calculated for the accommodation of a genteel family.
Wm. HODGSON.
May 9. d
JUST RECEIVED, And for Sale at this Office, price 37 1/2 cents,
A Pamphlet, entitled,
THE CONDUCT
OF
Merrivether Jones,
In a series of Letters addressed to the Public.
By James T. Callender.
PRINTED DAILY BY S. SNOWDEN.