Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1804-03-03 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. IV.]
SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 1804.
[No. 922.
Public Vendue.
On TUESDAY , at 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, Rum in hogheads and barrels. French Brandy in pipes, Gin in pipes and bds. Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bds. Sugar in hds. tierces and bds. Coffee in tierces and bags, Chocolate. White and brown Soap } in boxes, Mould and dip'd Candles } Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queens Ware in crates, FURNITURE, &c.
A variety of DRY GOODS,
Among which are, Cloths, Coatings, Kerseymeres, Duffils, Plains and Kerseys, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elasticks, blue Friezes, Calimancoes and Russells, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Mullins and Mullin Hand'ls, India Mullins and Table Cloths Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Coloured Threads, Hats, And sundry other Articles. P. G. MARSTELLER. Feb. 27.
Sales by Auction.
On WEDNESDAY , at 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, on the corner of King and Union Streets, Rum in hds. and barrels, Whiskey in barrels, Apple Brandy in barrels, Gin in casks Wine in pipes and quarter casks, Molasses in hds. Sugar in hds. and barrels, White and brown Soap in boxes, Coffee in casks and bags, Raisins in kegs and boxes, Queen's Ware, and ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS,
AMONG WHICH ARE—
Broad Cloths, Irish Linens, Cashmeres, Calicoes, Kersey, Threads, Coatings, Chintzes, Halfthicks, Bedticks, Fearnought, Osnaburgs, Blankets, Sewing Silks, Planes, Mullin and Mullin Negro Cottons, Handkerchiefs, Worsted and other India Cottons, &c. Stockings, &c.
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer. Feb. 27.
JUST RECEIVED AND FOR SALE,
French Brandy, Antigua and Gre- na Rum, HOLLAND GIN—imported in the ship Ame- rica from Amsterdam, Cherry Bounce man's of old spirit, Wines, Loaf and lump Sugar, Brown do. Green Coffee, Teas, &c. FRUIT—Apples, Sweet Oranges, Lemons, Limes and Green Grapes. NUTS—Almonds, English Walnuts, Shell- nuts, &c.
ALSO, A few bds. Crab Cyder, 100 bds. R. Island do. 1000 lbs. Cheese, Scots Barley, Potatoes, &c.
Thomas Simms.
Who wishes to Sell or Rent, a HOUSE on Prince Street, opposite to George Taylor's, Esq. Any person inclined to purchase will have a great bargain—it will sold for Cash, or bartered for WAT GUADS. Jan. 13.
Window Glass.
The Subscribers have received and for sale, 8 by 10, and 7 by 9, window glass, the Baltimore Manufactory. The quality is first, and it will be sold at the Baltimore price. They expect to receive very shortly, a consignment from the same place.
R. T. HOOE, & Co. d
This Day is published, By ROBERT & JOHN GRAY, Booksellers and Stationers, King Street,
THE New American Clerk's Magazine, AND YOUNG CONVEYANCER'S POCKET COMPANION:
CONTAINING All the necessary forms of—Articles of Agree- ment, Bonds, Bills, Recognizances, Leases and Releases, Letters and Powers of Attorney, Awards, Bills of Sale, Gifts, Grants, Assign- ments, Mortgages, Surrenders, Jointures, Co- venants, Copartnerships, Declarations, Letters of License, &c.
WITH Necessary directions for making Distresses for Rent, &c. as the law between Landlord and Tenant now stands.
THE WHOLE Made conformable to the Laws of the United States, and adapted more particularly to the State of Virginia.
Price 1 dollar—bound and lettered.
R. and J. GRAY have lately re- ceived a few copies of the Revised Code of Vir- ginia Laws. Feb. 3.
RECEIVED,
By the sch'r Hiland and sloop Unity, from Phi- ladelphia, 40 bds. bottled Porter of 3 doz. each 20 do. strong draught Beer, 30 boxes Spanish Segars, and A small Invoice of Soal Leather.
On Hand,
Coffee in bags, Pennsylvania Bar Iron, round do. hoop do. and nail rods, for sale by Daniel M'Clean. Jan. 19.
BENJAMIN SHREVE, Jun. Has just received per ship Commerce from Salem, and offers for Sale, 100 tons Plaister Paris, 8 bales India Cottons. Feb. 17.
RICKETTS, NEWTON & Co.
Have on hand, and to be sold on very low terms, a handsome assortment of superfine and second
BROAD CLOTHS,
A quantity of Rose Blankets, Twilled do. Ticklenburg, and German Osnaburgs, Bedticks and Apron Checks, Cotton Hosiery, Fustians, Velvets and Corduroys, Bumbazets and Wildbores, Calicoes and Irish Linens, Striped Jersey and Cashmeres, Corded Dimities and Flannels, Twilled Coatings and Halfthicks, 200 pieces English Canvas, 200 reams writing Paper, 50 do. wrapping do. 1 trunk coloured Twists and Sewing Silks, 1 do. Umbrellas, 2 casks Sein Twine, 2 do. Pig Blue, 2 do. Role Brimstone, 100 kegs White Lead, 6 boxes Cotton and Wool Cards, 10 hds. brown Sugar. 2 pipes London particular Madeira Wine, And a quantity of PLAISTER OF PARIS. Feb. 8.
FOR SALE BY WILLIAM HARTSHORNE, AT HIS STORE ON KIRK'S WHARF, LOWER END OF WOLF STREET,
New-England Potatoes, Coarse Salt, Midlings and Shoulders of Bacon on very low terms, Ready made Bags, Bar Iron, Philadelphia Loaf and Lump Sugar, Indian Meal, Rye Meal, Shorts and Bran, Superfine Flour in barrels and half barrels, Large and small vessels may be con- veniently accommodated with Wharfage on mo- derate terms.
STORES to let on the Wharf, or goods re- ceived in them on Storage.
A large STORE on Hoe's Wharf to sell or let —with the privilege of receiving and shipping goods free of wharfage.
A small HOUSE on Water Street next door to Major Muncaster's, for sale.
A number of LOTS in good situations for sale or to let on ground rent.
Alex. Mathews, 20th, eotf
S. THOMEE
Begs leave to inform his friends and the public in general, that he has commenced business in the line of
GILDING
And Enamelling on Glass, a few doors above the Washington Tavern. Looking Glass and Pictures Frames MADE & REGILT.
NEEDLE WORK
framed in a handsome manner. NAMES AND PROFILES correctly enamelled on Glass.
S. THOMEE, as a stranger being determined to establish himself in the line of his profession, solicits that encouragement alone which he trusts the reasonableness of his charges and his assiduity to business may entitle him to.
Window Cornices handsomely Gilt, and every thing in his line done to please the fancy of the owner equal to any imported.
He has some glass and prints for sale on low terms. Particularly a set of the
BATTLE OF THE BAY
in colours, handsomely framed and glazed. Dec. 30.
Just received and for Sale,
Sweet Cyder by the barrel, Apples do. N. England Rum do. Candles by the box, Pork by the barrel, 2000 lbs. excellent R. Island Cheese, Spiced Salmon in 2 and 4 gallon kegs, Raisins by the box, Prunes, Almonds, English Walnuts, Shelbarks, Chestnuts, Sweet Oranges, Limes, Lemons, Green Grapes by the jar or pound, Codfish for family use, 600 bushels R. I. Potatoes, And a general assortment of Groceries. A. WILLIS. Jan. 12.
Malaga Wine, Raisins, &c.
Just received, per the brig Celia, Capt. Bowen, from Malaga, 100 quarter casks Malaga Wine, 100 half qt. do. 20 qt. casks Mountain Wine of a superior quality, 50 baskets Almonds, 100 frails Figs, 150 quarter bds. Raisins, 200 boxes Muscadels do. 200 do. Bloom do. 15 boxes Lemons, which will begin landing this day at our wharf. J. and T. Vowell.
Who have also on Hand,
FOR SALE ON REASONABLE TERMS, Jamaica Spirit entitled to drawback, Muscovado Sugar in tierces and bds. superior old Port Wine, do. Madeira do. Turks Island Salt, mould Candles, 40 bds. prime new Beef, Russia Duck, white Russia Sheeting, Drillings, Ravenf- duck, &c. &c. Jan. 20.
JAMES BACON,
At his Store on King Street, within one door of Washington-Street, has just received, a quanti- ty of well assorted
PATENT SHOT,
which, with a general assortment of Teas, Sugars, Coffee, Wines, Brandy, Spirits, and generally e- very other article in the grocery line, he offers for sale on the most moderate terms. Oct. 15.
ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS REWARD.
RANAWAY from the subscriber on the 29th of October last, a negro man slave named BOB,
about 30 years of age, five feet nine inches high straight limbed and well formed; said slave hath an impediment in his speech which prevents his readily replying to a question. He commonly wears ar-ings. He took with him a variety of good clothing, a description of which is unneces- sary, as it is probable he has changed them. He has been frequently seen about town since he ab- sconded, and in all probability is now secreted by his mother, Winney Brown, formerly the slave of Mr. JOHN MUIR, late of this town, but now said to be free. The above reward will be paid for securing said Negro BOB, in any goal, and a further reward of TEN DOLLARS for the dis- covery of those who have been accessory to his concealment.
Captains of vessels, &c. are forewarned at their peril, not to take him away.
ROBERT B. JAMESSON. Nov. 15.
For Charleston, The Schooner NANCY, John Cap'n. Master; She has good accommoda- tions, and will sail in all next week. For freight or Passage apply to the master on board, or Samuel Croudor and Co. March 2.
For BOSTON, The new Sch'r HARMONY, Capt. Catterell. 500 bds. Freight will be taken on reasonable terms, application is made to John G. Ladd.
Who has just received, 50 bolts Russia Duck, 30 pieces Russia Sheeting, 15 chests fresh Teas, 5 bales Guarras, 12 boxes blue and green China, containing com- plete dining table sets, Do. for coffee and tea. Feb. 18.
For BOSTON, The Brig DOLPHIN, Silverus Snow, Master: Burthen 750 barrels; will be ready in a few days to take in freight. For par- ticulars apply to the master on board, or to Janney and Paton. Feb. 21.
For Freight or Charter, The fine, fast sailing Brig SUPERIOR, Jas. Campbell, Master; just off her second voyage, will carry 1000 bds. Apply to DANIEL MCLEAN. Feb. 17.
For Freight or Charter, The Sloop Little Rebecca, burthen 600 bds. JOHN CARR, Master; a most excellent vessel and will be ready in a few days for reception of a cargo. Please apply to JOHN G. LADD. Feb. 24.
For NEW-YORK, The Sloop Patient SALLY, M. FISHER, Master, will sail on Sunday next for freight or passage apply to the master on board, at Ramsey's wharf; or to Daniel M'Clean. Feb. 23.
For New-York, The Sch'r SEAFLOWER, H. B. Phillips, Master: Will carry 500 barrels of Flour. For Freight or Passage apply to the master on board, or to Daniel M'Clean. Feb. 25.
GEORGE N. LYLES
Intending to discontinue the retail business, will dispose of at prime cost, for Cash, his Goods, consisting in part of
SUPERFINE CLOTHS,
Do. Cashmeres, Chintzes and Calicoes, Furniture do. do. Satin and Marbeilles Waistcoating, Irish and German Linen, Silk and Cotton Hosiery, Marbeilles and Cotton Counterpanes.
With a variety of other Articles, which being laid in very low, will be well worth the attention of purchasers. Feb. 25.
FOR SALE.
On the first Monday in April next will be sold at public auction, to the highest bidder,
The House and Lot,
at present occupied by Mr. Abram Hewes, situated at the intersection of Duke and Royal Streets— The terms of sale will be made known by appli- cation to the subscriber between this and the day of sale or on the day of sale.
EDMUND I. LEE. Feb. 15.
FOR SALE,
A two story BRICK HOUSE and LOT, in the City of Washington, on very easy terms. Thomas Patten. Jan. 18.

CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Wednesday December 7.
Debate on the Amendment to the Constitution.
(Continued.)
(Mr. Randolph's Speech concluded.)
I scarcely expected this objection, Sir, from those who contend that the amendment under discussion narrows the influence and power of the smaller states. I shall not altogether rely on the extreme improbability of such an event, although it appears to me that it is as likely that the Senate, in such a state of things, should fail to elect a V. President, as that we should fail to elect a President. Remote as such an event is, for it depends on the election either of President or Vice-President by the electors, in the first instance a circumstance extremely improbable when a designation takes place, and, afterwards on a refusal on our part, to make a choice, out of those offered for our selection, I shall not dwell upon its being a case barely possible, but will ask whether the right of this House to make an election can be abandoned but with its own consent? But upon a refusal on the part of the Senate, the right of choice? And how the power of the people can be said to be affected, by such a transfer of the right of election from this house to the other, when it is notorious that in electing that House, the vote is taken by states. Those of the greatest population & wealth have no more influence than the smallest. Is not the Senate as likely to prove a faithful organ of the will of the states at this House voting by states? In conceding this point therefore, what do we give up? It is because the amendment contains the principle of designation;—because in the first place the electors must fail to elect a President, in the next place they must fail to elect a vice president; in the third place this house must refuse to exercise their constitutional right to choose a president, out of those in nomination for that office; because all these events must concur before an election can devolve upon the Senate; and then they are restricted to a small number of those nominated for the vice presidency—persons, too, who will be selected by the electors, with a view to this contingency; because the wealth and population of the states have no more influence here in an election than they have in the Senate; it is for these reasons that I am in favor of the amendment. Even if this possibility of the election of a chief magistrate devolving on the Senate, were more objectionable to me than it is, I would not sacrifice the discriminating principle contained in this resolution for a bare possibility. In case of a refusal, however, on the part of this house to make an election, will it not be better that the functions of president should be exercised even by a person nominated by the electors and appointed by the Senate, than that there should be an interregnum, as gentlemen have chosen to style it. Are not the people as willing that such an officer should discharge those duties, as that they should devolve upon a president pro tempore of the Senate, (a person who could never have been contemplated on his election to a seat in that body as succeeding to the presidency) who would necessarily act as president, in case of the death, resignation, disability, or removal from office, both of the president and vice president; events equally probable, and in my opinion more so than that contemplated by this amendment. But perhaps I shall be told that this position is inconsistent with a doctrine advanced by me at the outset, that I should approve an abolition of the office of vice-president. But the sole condition on which I would consent to such an abolition would be an immediate re-election in case of a vacancy in the office of president. I never could assent to the exercise of those powers by a president pro tempore of the Senate, longer than was absolutely necessary to make a new election by the people.
Having stated some of the reasons which will induce me to vote for the resolution on your table, permit me Sir, to reply to some of the observations which have fallen from the gentleman from North Carolina and Connecticut. The first of these gentlemen (Mr. Purviance) is of opinion that the small states would never have come into the union, if the constitution had originally stood, as it is now proposed to amend it. A plain answer offers itself to this remark. If the small states are as hostile to this amendment as the gentleman supposes, they have only to put their
vote upon it. The dissent of five states destroys it. If so little judgment has been displayed, by the friends of this measure, as to ensure opposition from all the states except those five states which the gentleman styles large states, in contradistinction from the other twelve, which he denominates small states, it was scarcely worth the trouble of the gentleman and his friends to make so vigorous an opposition to it.—but it is because I do not believe the resolution to be so drafted as to ensure opposition from the smaller states, because I judge of the temper of those states, as well by the approbation which three fourths of the Senate have given it, as by that which has been expressed in the course of this discussion from various quarters, that I am anxious for its adoption. The gentleman says that we had as well alter the ratio of representation from 33,000 to 500,000 and thereby deprive the smaller states of any vote on this floor. Surely the gentleman does not mean to say either that Congress have not the power to enlarge the ratio of representation, or that such increase would be injurious to the smaller states. The gentleman has expressed too great an attachment to the constitution not to be well acquainted with it. He must know that each state is entitled by it to at least one representative on this floor, and that by an increase of the ratio of representation the number of representatives might be reduced to that of the states, and the influence of the largest be only co-extensive with that of the smallest member of the union. And this was a well known objection urged to the adoption of the constitution. But at last the gentleman from North Carolina candidly confesses that he is averse to any alteration of the constitution whatsoever. One of my greatest objections to the constitution is the difficulty of obtaining desirable amendments which encrases with the enccreasing number of the states. Thinking differently from the gentleman, on this point, he cannot be surprised at my acting differently. But he has surely little cause of alarm when he recollects that we possess merely the initiative in this business, and that the assent of three fourths of the state legislatures is necessary to give validity to what we shall do. I consider this as an answer to the charge of precipitancy, thrown out by the gentlemen from Connecticut, even if it were not fully answered by the history of this amendment. One of the same nature had passed that House during the present and the preceding session. It had been the theme of conversation and discussion, both in and out of doors; and now we are charged with precipitancy, although the resolution had to pass through the ordeal of three fourths of the states. But a more serious charge is brought against this amendment. It is denounced as opening an endless source of venality and intrigue. But to my mind the present system is more favorable to such mischiefs, and it is because I regard it as the death blow to all intrigue; because I do not wish chance to preside where there ought to be choice, because I want no blind ballot under cover of which intrigue or corruption may take shelter, that I advocate the resolution before you. From the manner in which some gentlemen have expressed themselves on this subject it would appear that they had had personal knowledge of some such agency heretofore. Whether such engineery has been brought into action I cannot undertake to affirm, on this subject I am totally in the dark—nor do I wish to be enlightened.
Much too has been said of the spirit of party exhibited on this occasion, and on what is due to decorum on so solemn a subject. We ought not to be told, to touch the constitution under the irritation produced by the struggle of contending factions. Most sincerely Sir, do I wish that the American public could have been spectators of this whole transaction—or even that every word or act which has passed within these walls, on this day, could go forth to the world, I am aware that this is impossible. But were it otherwise, I would willingly trust the issue of this question to the decision which should be given to the other. I would fearlessly leave the public mind to decide from what quarter party spirit and irritation have been manifested, by whom that conduct has been pursued which is calculated to reduce this house from the station which we ought to hold,—and to lessen us in the eyes of the nation.
Mr. R. Griswold. The gentleman from Virginia cannot expect at this late hour to go into a discussion of the merits of this important question. He has himself cautiously avoided going extensively into them. Instead of shewing us that the amendment is not incompatible with the spirit of the confederacy, he has contented himself with stating that though he objects to one part of it, it contains one principle to which he is friendly, and therefore he will vote for it. Without assigning his reason he simply says, he will vote for it. Whatever gentlemen may pro-
pose, they cannot expect us at this late hour to go into a fundamental view of the principles this amendment contains. I therefore repeat the motion to adjourn, that we may to morrow have the opportunity of discussing the merits of a question so important to the interests of the states.
The question was immediately taken on adjournment and lost—Ayes 47—Nones 75.
Mr. Elliot. As an adjournment has been denied it would not be considered as out of order, even at this late hour, to answer the elaborate speech of the gentleman from Virginia. I rise however to answer only one part of it. I wish with the gentleman from Virginia, that a correct view of the whole proceedings of this day may go to the public that they may be enabled to judge whether there has not been manifested, during the course of this business, rash precipitation, indecorum and party irritation. With the gentleman from Virginia, I am totally in the dark as to any intrigue heretofore exercised; that gentleman says that from certain circumstances he is induced to believe some persons know of some such intrigue. This I conceive to be an attack upon the minority which ought not to pass unnoticed. How far it is correct to impute such motives to gentlemen, entitled if not by the brilliancy of their genius yet by the public suffrage, to the same degree of respect with himself, I will not undertake to say. It is no privilege of a Representative to say, I believe you a corrupt, intriguing —
Mr. J. Randolph wished the Speaker to decide whether he had said any such thing.
Mr. Elliot. Such was my understanding of the gentleman's expression; the allusion was of a peculiar nature, and might be intended to im- peach the motives of men of different political opinion from himself, or to impeach the motives of one or two members who generally agree with him. I know not his view in making the observation; but if the proceedings of this day shall correctly go to the public, I shall be much mistaken, if they will not be of opinion that there has been more indecorous language in the speeches of that gentleman than in all the others put together. I hope the language and conduct of gentlemen on this day may be recorded. I hope this will become a subject of investigation with the people—and I hope that posterity will have no occasion to impute to them party spirit, rash precipitation, indecorum, or any thing else, that that tends to lessen the respect which it is my sincere wish that the measures of this House should always command. I fear much, however, that the proceedings exhibited to day will constitute a scene on which posterity will not delight to dwell, that they will wish it blotted from the annals of history, and that gentlemen themselves will, in the cool moments of reflection, regret that it ever existed. With one more remark I shall close what I have to say. If any imputation has, in the course of this debate, been aimed at my moral or political integrity, or if any hereafter shall be made from any quarter, however clothed in the language of brilliancy or decorated with the flowers of genius, I shall on all occasions meet it with contempt. I feel bold in the conscious purity of my motives, and I believe that the people I represent will never charge me with corruption or intrigue.
On motion of Mr. Smith the house adjourned at about 9 o'clock—Ayes 65.
(Debate to be continued.)
HALLFAX, Feb. 9.
By a letter from Pictou of the 2d inst. we learn that the ship Aurora, from Greenock for that place, had been cast on shore near Canso. The ship it is supposed will be lost. The crew and passengers are saved.
By some seamen arrived here, who lately belonged to the ship Aurora, M c Lean, from Greenock for Pictou, we learn that the Aurora arrived off Pictou, in 29 days passage; but was prevented by the ice from entering that harbor. After beating about some days, she sprung a leak; and both pumps not being able to keep her free, she was driven on shore in a gale of wind about three weeks ago, near the mouth of the Gut of Canso. Mr. Hector M c Lean, his wife, sister and niece—Mr. M c Kenzie, and a Mr. Henderson, for Jamaica, were the passengers.
The only public intelligence which we have been able to obtain from the seamen, is merely negative. The invasion had not taken place when they failed; which must have been late in December.
FOR SALE, A TRACT OF LAND
formerly the property of Itham Keith, lying in the county of Fauquier, adjoining the mercantile mill lately purchased of Nathan Mathew by Henry D. Hode, containing by deed 386 acres, about eight miles from the Court House, and in the neighborhood of good judges, in point of fertility, inferior to no land in the county; it is well watered, abundant in fine low grounds; has on it a tolerable dwelling house, a small orchard, a sufficiency of timber and lays well.
Also, one other Tract, about ten miles above the Court House, containing about 600 acres; lying upon Carter's Run, near the main road leading to Winchester. This land is well watered, has many advantages attached to it; such as country mills, &c.—about one third in woods, and is considered as excellent for grazing, being fine for either wheat, corn or t.
L. Albin
Fauquier Court House, Feb. 21.
THE SALE
Of the HOUSE advertised by Mr. Clotworthy Stephenson to be sold this day, is postponed to Thursday the 8th inst. then to be sold at 4 o'clock, P. M. The terms to be made known at the time of sale. As also, that HOUSE on Prince Street, next door west of the one at present occupied by Mrs. Porter, between Royal, and Pitt Streets.
Thos. Patten.
March 1.
THE PARTNERSHIP OF WISE and SEMMES dissolved. The business will in future be conducted by
Peter Wise, jun.
March 2.
Douglas and Mandeville,
King Street.
Have just received and for Sale, at their new store nearly opposite the one lately occupied by them,
 12 hhds. excellent Molasses,  5 do. first quality Green Coffee,  20 bks. N. England Rum,  20 boxes Mucilage and bloom Raisins,  15 kegs do. do.  20 qt. cks. Malaga Wine,  120 bks of Liverpool blown Salt,  Brown Sugar in hhds. and bks.  Loaf do. in bks.  Whiskey in tierses and bks.  St. Ubes,  Ground Adium, } SALT in bulk,  Blown 
Soy and Candles in boxes, 100 tons Plaster of Paris, And sundry other articles in the Grocery line.
They return thanks to their friends for the encouragement given them, and hope by their attention to merit a continuance.
They continue to select Flour for family use.
March 2.
d3t1aw3gw
Just received and for Sale, By ROBERT & JOHN GRAY, A VIRGINIA EDITION OF
An Examination of the various charges exhibited against AARON BURR, Esquire, Vice President of the United States; and a development of the character and views of his political opponents, with the exception of such parts as are of a local nature.
To which is added,
AN APPENDIX,
By a gentleman of North Carolina proving that General Hamilton, at the late presidential election, exerted all his influence to support Mr. Jefferson in opposition to Mr. Burr.
March 2.
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TUNIS CRAVEN,
Has just received from Philadelphia by the Harp, Capt. Ellwood,
 Russia Sheetings,  Ticklenburgs,  Twilled Cotton-Barging,  Madras Handkerchiefs,  Ladies patent Cloths,  A small assortment, worsted and lambs-wool hose, flannels, &c. 
Also,
An Elegant Sideboard.
Feb. 18.
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In pursuance of the last Will and Testament of the late Robert Buchanan, deceased, will be offered for Sale at the Plantation where he resided, in Stafford County, on the 20th day of March next, if fair, otherwise the next fair day,
All the Perishable Estate of the said Buchanan, CONSISTING OF
The flock of horses, cattle, sheep and hogs; the plantation utensils, household and kitchen furniture, and a considerable collection of books, on divinity and history, and essays, moral and political. For all sums over ten dollars, a credit of six months will be allowed, the purchaser giving bond with approved security; for all under cash will be required. The property not to be delivered till the terms are complied with.
And at the same time and place, will be sold on a credit of one and two years.
The landed Estate
of the said deceased, containing about 520 acres. This land lies on the main run of Potomac Creek, four miles from Falmouth, and about the same distance from Stafford Court House; it is well timbered, and a considerable proportion of the cleared land is productive low ground. A mortgage on the premises, together with good personal security will be required.
All persons having claims against said estate are earnestly requested to exhibit them as soon as possible, legally authenticated; and those indebted, to make payment to one of the subscribers.
All those who have Books borrowed of the deceased, are requested to return them as soon as possible.
John M. Daniell, Benjamin James, Executors.
Feb. 28.
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SATURDAY, MARCH 3.
To the Voters of Ward No. 4.
Finding by the late law of Congress respecting the Corporation of Alexandria that I am not eligible to serve the town as a Common Councilman...
Your obliged friend, Wm. HARTSHORNE.
COURT MARTIAL.
We learn (says the Natchez Gazette) by letters received in this town that the Court Martial have found the first charge against Col. Butler substantiated...
It is reported, that the federalists in the middle and eastern states, propose holding up Mr. King and Mr. Pinckney for Presidency and Vice-Presidency...
(Vir. Gaz.)
Memoranda.—Edward Livingston, late United States District Attorney has actually confessed judgment for one hundred thousand dollars...
Major Hart, one of Mr. Jefferson's republican commissioners of bankruptcy for Connecticut, committed forgeries to the same amount...
The Postmaster of Upper Marlbro, (Maryland) has run away with all the receipts of the post office.
INTERROGATORIES.
1. Do these facts confirm your belief in the good policy of removing faithful men from office to make room for needy favorites?
2. Is it more for the public good to be cheated by democrats, than to be faithfully served by federalists?
3. Are you a spouting, swaggering democrat?
(Federal Ark.)
Another instance of consistency in the good patriots.
The following is an extract of a letter just received by the Southern-mail—
"When it suited the interest of a client, Dallas came forward a few days ago in the supreme court, to applaud and panegyric the conduct of the last administration in the war with France."
were found to have committed acts of hostility or aggression—This, please your honors, was just, was great, was magnanimous, was worthy the nation...
IMPROMPTU.
On reading 1, 2, 3, in the Expositor of Thursday last.
SANGRADO, finding his lancet trusty, For lack of practice has grown rusty, With other methods, now will greet us, Of giving patients their quietus...
3, 2, 1.
Congress of the United States.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Wednesday, February 29.
Mr. Jackson moved the going into committee of the whole on the report of the committee of elections, respecting the seat of Thomas Lewis.
The House went into a committee of the whole, John C. Smith in the chair, on the bill making appropriations for carrying into effect the convention of the 11th August, 1802...
The bill appropriates 15,760 dollars for the compensation of two commissioners, half of the fifth commissioner, a secretary, and an agent.
Having passed through the committee, the House ordered the bill to a third reading to morrow.
Mr. Findley, from the committee of elections, made a report on the representation of Duncan McFarlane, complaining of the undue election of Samuel D. Purviance.
Mr. Eppes from the committee appointed to enquire whether the monies drawn from the treasury on account of the marine corps have been faithfully applied to the public service...
NORFOLK, February 25.
Deplorable and Distressing
FIRE!!
On Wednesday night, about 11 o'clock, the inhabitants were roused from their beds with the repeated cry of FIRE!—which was perceived issuing from the ware house of Mr. Dunlap, on Maxwell's wharf...
Some lives were lost, and many persons badly wounded by the blowing up of the houses. The market house was partly cut down, which prevented a communication of the flames to the north side of the Main-street...
The raging of the flames, the columns of smoke, the blowing up of houses, the
rainy night, the property exposed for safety in the streets, the cries of those who were seated by their little property sheltered only by the canopy of Heaven...
What adds to the above melancholy narrative, is, that a snow and very severe frost came on before many an unfortunate family could find shelter for their wearied limbs.
The inhabitants of all descriptions, shewed great activity; but it is to be lamented, that there were so few buckets and axes, and that the engines are not kept in better order...
The Herald Office was totally destroyed, but what types could be saved are removed to a wing of the Play-House, from which place the "Norfolk Herald" will be published twice a week...
If possible a list of the sufferers on this melancholy occasion, will be given in our next.
Table with 2 columns: Description of house/location, Number. Rows include: Maxwell's wharf (13), Campbell's do. (9), Rothery's do. (18), etc. Total: 260.
By an accurate statement as can at present be made, the value of houses alone destroyed is estimated at 250,000 dollars.
Vessels destroyed.
Ship Jackson, of Plymouth, Massachusetts.
A French brig, name unknown.
Brig Eliza, (coppered,) of Charleston.
A British Sloop.
Two Scho. laden with Flour.
It is to be hoped, that the conflagration of which we have this day given an account was accidental; yet from some alarming circumstances that have since occurred, it is much to be apprehended...
S. CLARK,
Has this morning opened a case of Ladies Beautiful Pearl Caskets, at his store on Fairfax Street. Also.—A large assortment of Shoes, at his usual reduced prices.
For Sale.
A likely NEGRO MAN, twenty six years of age, an excellent Brick Maker by trade, capable of performing in all its branches...
March 3.
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PRACTISING BALLS.
Mr. GENERES informs the young gentlemen of Alexandria that he has a Practising Night every SUNDAY, from six till ten o'clock...
March 1.
SUBSCRIBERS
To Mr. Carey's Family Bible may get their books, by applying at R. and J. Gray's bookstore.
March 2.
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FOR SALE,
A HOUSE and LOT
in fee simple, on the west side of Pitt street, between Wolfe and Greers, adjoining Mr. James Fletcher's. The terms will be made known on application to
Thomas Patten.
March 2.
FOR SALE,
A HANDSOME GIG,
with plated Harness. Also, an excellent Gig HORSE. Apply to the Painter.
Feb. 24.
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FOR SALE,
A FORTE PIANO,
Apply to BELL & WRAY. February 18.
FOR SALE.
A good washer woman with her child. Application to be made to the painter. Feb. 11.
JUST RECEIVED,
And for Sale by the Subscribers, 50 b's. mels, prime and cargo Beef, 20 do. prime Pork, 7 pipes Country Gin, 50 boxes Havannah Segars. An elegant Side Board, Card Tables, Portable Dks. J. W. and S. Leonard and Co. Feb. 17.
VALUABLE LANDS
FOR SALE.
Pursuant to a decree of the Honorable the Circuit Court of the District of Columbia, for the county of Alexandria, will be exposed to sale, at public auction, for ready Cash, on Saturday the 7th day of April next...
A Tract of Land,
late the property of Robert Alexander, situate upon the Potomac river, adjoining the lands of Mr. Philip Alexander, containing 548 acres, being one moiety of the Abbingdon tract...
Thomas Swann, Edmund J. Lee, Geo. Deneale, Com'rs. Feb. 28.
For Sale or Rent.
A convenient two story brick house, completely finished, situated on Water street, between King and Prince Streets—immediate possession will be given. Apply to JOSEPH RIDDLE. Nov. 30.
HOUSES TO LET.
THE subscriber having removed from Alexandria, is desirous of letting his TWO HOUSES in Water street, situated upon the north and south corners of Jefferson street. They are well suited to the accommodation of small families...
A few unimproved lots under fence, adjoining the above for rent or sale.
For Particulars apply to Mr. D. W. Scott, nearly opposite the premises, or to R. L. Taylor, Esq. King street.
T. HAMILTON.
Dec. 6.
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