Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1805-01-23 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. V.]
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 1805.
[No. 1137.]
Public Sale.
On FRIDAY next, At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, RUM
In bds. and bts. French Brandy in pipes, Gin in pipes and bts. Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bts. Sugar in bds. tierces and bts. Chocolate White and brown Soap and Mould and dip Candies Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queen's Ware in crates, HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, &c. Also,
A Variety of DRY GOODS,
among which are Cloths, Coatings, Kersemerees, Duffs, Plains, Kennebecs, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elastics, blue Friezes, Cambricoes, Russels, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs, India Muslins and Table Clothes, Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Colour'd Threads, Hats and sundry other articles.
Philip G. Marsteller.
Dec 20.
TANNERS OIL.
30 bbls. best Brown Tanners Oil, For Sale by LAWRASON & FOWLE.
Also on hand,
A few bds. retailing Molasses, Hogheads and barrels Muscovado sugar, Mould Candles, Soap No. 1 and 2, New Beef, Boston inspection, Mackerel, Russia and Raven Duck, Sewing Twine Sheathing Paper, Souchong Tea, and And a few boxes fresh Chocolate. Jan. 8. dtf
FOR SALE,
On board the Sloop COLUMBIA , at A. and E. JANNEY's wharf; New-England Rum, in hogheads, tierces and barrels. Sweet Cyder, in barrels. Potatoes. 70 barrels Boston Beef. New boxes Sweet Oil, in flasks. Boxes of Shoes, &c. &c. &c. Said Sloop is offered for sale, freight, or charter. Apply to Captain Gardner, on board, or to JOHN C. LADD. January 12. d
PARTNERSHIP DISSOLVED.
The Partnership of Robert & John Gray is this day dissolved by mutual consent—all persons indebted to them will please to make payment to Robert Gray, who is hereby authorized to settle the business of the late firm. ROBERT GRAY, JOHN GRAY.
ROBERT GRAY
CONTINUES the Bookbinding and Stationery business in the Store heretofore occupied by Robert & John Gray, and respectfully solicits a continuance of the patronage of his friends and the public.
BOOK-BINDING of every description executed in the neatest manner on moderate terms.
JOHN GRAY
RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the public that he is now opening for sale a handsome assortment of BOOKS & STATIONARY , in the store adjoining J. & M. Schofield's, King Street, where all orders in his line will be thankfully received and carefully attended to.
BOOK-BINDING of every description done on moderate terms. January 9.
Wanted to Hire,
A NEGRO BOY.
Apply to the Painter. Jan. 7.
Freight will be taken,
In the cabin of the ship OLIVE BRANCH , for ROTTERDAM; and two or three passengers may be accommodated. Expected to sail in twelve or fifteen days. Apply to the master on board, or to Ricketts, Newton & Co. January 12.
For Sale, or Charter,
THE SCHOONER ENTERPRIZE , Laying at Ramsay's wharf; burthen about 65 barrels, well found, and ready to take in a cargo. For terms apply to ROBERT B. JAMESSON, OR TO MANDEVILLE & JAMESSON, Who have for Sale, New-England RUM, in hogheads and barrels. Dec. 29.
For Sale or Freight,
THE SCHOONER BETSEY ; Burthen 800 barrels; a tasteful well built vessel, and sails well; built in the year 1802; and now lying at Merchant's wharf. For terms apply to Benjamin Shreve, jun. Jan. 2. d
WILLIAM OXLEY
HAS ON HAND, Which he will dispose of on terms advantageous to the purchasers for cash or notes, The following Articles, viz. Superfine and second cloths Kennebecs and seconddowns Bearskins and teamongers Durants and cambricoes Bombazets and wildbores Common and boil'd camlets Silk, cotton, and worsted hosiery English extra long silk gloves Silk twill and thread Dispers and common tapes Paper and pound pins White and printed marceilles Laces, edgings and gimps Elegant black and white lace veils Patent do. do. Satin peeling and silk handkerchiefs 4 4, 9 9, and 6-4 Cambric muslins India Jacquet do. Fustians, buckram, &c. &c. ALSO, A few bales of Negro Caddies, and one trunk silk and cotton flings. January 7. d
Benjamin Shreve, Jun.
HAS FOR SALE, Twelve bales of INDIA COTTONS , CONSISTING OF 3 bales Bihwa Emery 2 do. Coomercally Sannaks 1 do. Jallapore do. 1 do. Seerpore Baftahs 1 do. Collypatty do. 2 do. Cogmany Coffahs 1 do. Johannah do. 1 do. Dancaster Chintz, and 3 cases Bandanna Handkerchiefs 2 sacks Sage 3 chests Hyson Tea 32 pieces Russia Suetings 9 do. Ravens Duck 15 bags Black Pepper 1 case Wool Hairs Mens coarse and fine Shoes Womens' and childrens' Morocco do. Sole and Upper Leather A few Coils Cordage Snuff in half barrels and kegs 3 pipes 4th proof Cogniac Brandy 2 bds. Armagnac do. 5 bds. and 12 barrels Sugar 15 bds. Beef, Salem inspection 6 do. best brown TANNER'S OIL. January 1. d
FOR SALE—A Bargain.
THAT most pleasantly situated HOUSE and LOT, lately occupied by Mr. Alexander Henderson, Jun. There is on the premises, an excellent garden, a new stable, in short every convenience for the residence of a genteel family. For terms apply to the subscriber or the present proprietor Mr. James Ross, of Fredericksburg. JAMES PATTON. Nov. 22. d
JAMES SANDERSON,
Has just received the following articles, 12 Pipes London P. Madeira Wine, of a superior quality, Old Port Wine in bds. qr. Casks and Bottles, Burgundy in Bottles, Sherry in qr. Casks, Cogniac Brandy, Jamaica Spirits, Holland Gin, Peach Brandy, very old, Whiskey, Loaf, and Muscovado Sugars, Imperial, Hyson, Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, Cloves, Nutmegs, Mace, Allspice, Black Pepper, Ground Ginger, Salt Peter, Soap by the box, British Sail Canvas, Russia Duck, first quality, German Ticklenburgs, and Osnaburgs, Coarse Hats in cases, Juniper Berries in bags, Stone Ware, 5 qr. Casks English Battle Gun Powder, in pound papers sealed, 1 Large Seal Beam with Box Ends, And Scales complete of a superior quality. A few bags of first quality GREEN COFFEE. Nov. 8. d
THE SUBSCRIBERS
Are now landing and offer for sale at the Store lately occupied by R. B. Jamesson 20 Bales Prime Upland Cotton, 20 Hds. Muscovado Sugar, 2 Puncheons Irish Whiskey, 15 Puncheons Old, and fine flavored Jamaica Rum, 5 Pipes Holland Gin, 20 Pipes Cogniac Brandy 30 Qr. Casks of the best Teas, assorted, from tea to Imperial, 8030 Bds. of 1st and 2d quality refined Sugar, 2 Hds. Madder, 4 Hds. Green Copers, 6 Tierces Roll Brimstone, 2 Hds. Allum, 1 Tierce Glauber Salts, 10 Pipes of Old London Particular Madeira, 5 Pipes of full Bodied Port, 20 Qr. Casks Sherry, 2 Pipes fine Lisbon, 8 Pipes Particular Teneriffe, 30 Qr. Casks Malaga, 50 Casks Claret, 1 Case of Nutmegs, Mace, and Cloves, 5 Bales Caffia, 500 lbs. Pepper, 100 lbs. Pimento, 800 lbs. Ground Ginger, 600 lbs. Rice, do. 200 Boxes Godfoids, (superfine) Segars, in half boxes, 70 Boxes St. Jago, do. 3 Pipes best (French) Vinegar, 10 Bales Almonds, 1 Case Pearl Barley, 15 Hds. Bright Molasses, 15 Boxes Superfine Chocolate, 40 Boxes Mould and Dip Candles, 30 boxes Brown and White Soap, 100 Boxes Hunters Pipes, 20 Boxes of Mustard, 1 Case Cayenne Pepper, Basker Salt, Fine Poland Starch, 100 Demijohns, assorted, 700 lb. Refined Salt Peter, 30 qr. Casks Best English F. Gunpowder, Do. in lb. Papers, Do. in Canisters, 20 Boxes Fig Blue, 3 Sercons fine Rotant Indigo, Lieper, and Hamilton's Snuff, 1 Case of Macouba, do. 1 Do. French Rapper. Mandeville & Jamesson. Nov. 30. d
WILLIAM HODGSON
HAS RECEIVED, & OFFERS FOR SALE, 160 pieces twilled Sacking, and 3 cases Cotton Hosiery, well assorted. Dec. 17. J. G. Ladd.
For Sale, by the Subscriber,
A few tierces excellent Rice. Six bds best retailing Molasses. Sixteen bds. Surinam Sugars. A few hundred bushels of coarse Salt. Dec. 17. J. G. Ladd.
TUNIS CRAVEN
Has just received via Philadelphia an elegant assortment of GOODS , suitable to the present season—among which are— Best London Superfine and second Cloths, Callimeres, frizes, Coatings, Bearskins, Plains, Serges & Flannels, Mole Skin, Toiletts, Swan-down, and Mar- feils, Velvets, Constitution, Hunting, and Genoa, Cords, 2 & 3 Irish Linen, Shirting Cotton, long Lawn, Extrapolos, Britannia White, and Brown, Plattills, Creas, Dowlas, Ticklenburgs, Osnaburgs and Hessian, Worsted, Cotton, & Silk Hosiery, Rugs, and Duffel Blankets, Chintz's, Calicoes, & Colored Cambrics, do. do. Furniture, Ladies Patent Cloth Linen, & Cotton Cambric, Jacquet, Mull Mull, & Book Mullin, do. Tamboured, and Sprigged, Lace Cambrics, Hampered and Fluted Shawls, Camels Hair do. India Book Mullin, Handkerchiefs, Black Laces, Veils, Edgings, Laces, Imperial, and Pic Nic Mitts, Extra Long Silk & Wool Leather Gloves, Italian Pais Silk, Cambray, do. Masking & Sewing Silk, Silk Cords, and Tassels, Ostrich Feathers, Artificial Flowers, and Ribbons, Tambouring Cotton, Fringed & Plain, Cotton Counterpane, Bafia, Emerics, Gunnets, &c. Also—By cubolesale, 2 Cases Chintzes and Calicoes At very reduced prices. Nov. 13. dtf
JAMES BACON,
AT HIS GROCERY STORE, King near Washington Street, Has just received from Philadelphia, New-York, an extensive selection of GROCERIE consisting of Gunpowder, Imperial, Hyson, Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, Peko, Padra, Pouchong and Com'n Souchong Of the latest Importation and particularly chosen. Green coffee of superior quality, Loaf, Lump and Muscovado Sugar, W India and Sugar House Molasses, Choice old Madeira, Particular Teneriffe, Sherry, Brussels, Lisbon, Malaga and Port Closets in small cases, Cogniac and Barcelona Brandy, Old Jamaica Spirits, Antigua, St. Croix, and St. Kitts RUM. Best Holland Gin, White Wine and Cyder Vinegar, Best Salad Oil, Salt Peter, Allum, Madder, Copers & Brimstone, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves and Caffia, Cayenne and black Pepper, Allspice, race and ground Ginger, Fig Blue and Poland Starch, Dixon's Mustard, Leiper's and Hamilton's Snuff, Best Chewing Tobacco, Spanish Segars, Pearl Barley and Rice, Shot assorted, F and F F Gunpowder, Gun and Pistol Flints, Single and double Battle do. in papers and canisters, White and brown Soap, Mould and dip Candles, &c. &c. As he has in a great measure laid himself out for the supplying of private families and in consequence thereof taken every pains possible in the selection of his goods, he flatters himself from their superior quality, and the low prices at which he will dispose of them, to be able to give satisfaction to those who will please to favor him with their custom. June 11. d
NEW-YORK LOTTERY, No. 3.
A FEW TICKETS in the Third Class of the Lottery for the promotion of Literature in the State of New-York, for Sale by the printer hereof. Prizes in the Second Class, will be taken in exchange. December 27. d

BURR & HAMILTON.
IS NOW OPENED
At Mr. Mott's Washington-Cavern, King Street, a new collection of
WAX FIGURES,
Superior to any in America, among which is a striking likeness and representation of the late unfortunate duel between Col. AARON BURR , Vice President of the United States, and General ALEXA. DER HAMILTON —where General Hamilton is supposed by his second after receiving the mortal wound—while Col. Burr is led from the field by his second. A striking representation of the place where the duel was fought painted from scenery, &c. and a number of
CHOSEN FIGURES,
Selected from the best collection in America.—Motto on an elegant ORGAN.
Admittance, HALF A DOLLAR for grown persons. Children half price. Jan. 18. d
5,100 Acres of Land for Sale.
The subscriber is empowered to sell 5,100 acres of LAND, in Hampshire county, state of Virginia; and will offer the same at public sale, at the Coffee House, in the town of Alexandria, on THURSDAY the 21st inst., when the title papers will be shown and the terms made known. One tract of the said land lies three or four miles above the town of Romney, and bounds on the South Branch of Potomac. The other tract lies eight or ten miles below the town of Romney, and bounds on the old road to Branch of Potomac. The whole is heavily clothed with excellent timber. JOHN M. DONALD. January 22. d76
FOR SALE,
At my Store, in King Street, opposite William Rhodes's,
A Number of BOOKS;
Among which are the following:
Fletcher's works, 5 and 6 vols.
Fletcher's Appeal to Matter of Fact
Fletcher's Spiritual Life
Wesley's Sermons, 2 and 4 vols.
Wesley's Primitive Physic
Saints' Everlasting Rest
Laws Serious Call to a Holy Life
Berkshire on Baptism
Edwards on Baptism
Keach's True Godliness
Abner's Life
Witson in Miniature
Messiah's Hymn Books
Children's Catechism, &c. &c.
ALSO, ON HAND,
A quantity of Corn and Meal, with sundry Groceries. Henry S. Earl. January 19. d61
Millinery, &c. for Sale.
FRANCIS PIC,
Takes the liberty of informing the Ladies and Gentlemen of Alexandria, and its vicinity, that he will open, on THURSDAY next, the 17th inst., (and continue for several weeks) in the house formerly occupied by Mr. Purdie and between Thomas Brooke's house and Stewart and McKnight's store, in Fairfax Street,
A handsome assortment of
MILLINERY,
Lately purchased in Philadelphia;
Consisting of
Bonnets and Caps; together with a quantity of other Fancy Articles.
ALSO,
Ladies' Great-Coats; Gentlemen's Morning-gowns; Fur Sh. &c.; Jewellery, &c. all sorts, and a variety of other articles. To be sold very low. January 15. d7
Was left at my Store,
Some time in the fall of the year 1803, by one of the George Town packet men, A Keg of Pot-Ash.
The owner may have it on application, by paying the cost of this advertisement. William D. Ross. January 21. 3t
NOTICE.
All persons are forewarned from shooting, or trespassing in any other manner upon the Farm I lately occupied, about five miles from Alexandria. John Wiss. January 19. d61
Cash given for clean linen and cotton Rags, by the Printer hereof.
CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
MONDAY, January 7.
DEBATE.
On receding the District of Columbia
[Mr. Dennis's Speech concluded.]
But, Mr. Chairman, I should be glad if the gentleman who proposed the resolution, and who by the term recession and some kind of magical operation is to produce a re-annexation of this district to the states from which it has been severed, would inform me precisely what he understands by the term, and what is to be the result of the measure on the rights of the people of the district. I presume, however, he expects, by the adoption of these resolutions to reinstate them in all their former rights. Will this be thereby effected? Having been cut off completely by the constitution, the acts of cession on the part of the states, and by the acts of acceptance in 1790, from their parent states, they will be in the same situation as a purchased or conquered people, and entitled to no other rights and privileges but such as their new masters may think proper to concede. They were, before you separated them from their parent states, a part of the sovereignty of those states and their rights secured to them by their respective constitutions.
But it will be said, you may annex a condition to the retrocession comprising Maryland and Virginia to reincorporate them into their respective political systems, with all the immunities and privileges they formerly enjoyed. Even then they are dependent for their rights, not on the constitution of those states respectively, but on compact and legislative promises. But you have already made one legislative promise, which you are about to violate, and where is the security that the legislative promises now to be made will not be violated again, especially as the very act which makes the new one, violates a former one, accompanied with greater solemnity. Sir, we have had some experience as to the difference between a people who have their rights secured by a constitution, and one who depends for that security on compact, in the people of Louisiana. By the treaty they were to be incorporated into the union with all the rights, immunities and privileges of American citizens. We know the mode of discretion and the various constructions which have prevailed, to deprive these people of the rights stipulated by the treaty. Suppose the states to whom you propose the retrocession to be made should assume a similar latitude, to whom are these people to apply for redress? They must invoke the aid of congress, instead of appealing as before to the constitution of the states as the guarantee of their rights.
But, Mr. Chairman, are the people of the territory unworthy a moment's consideration, and will their remonstrances against the measure be altogether disregarded? Let us take a retrospective view of the circumstances under which they were seduced from their parent states, and the manner in which they consented to dissolve the civil and political bonds by which they were formerly connected: what induced them to alienate their native allegiance, and with a generous confidence to submit themselves to your authority. First, the constitution held out the pledge and formed the basis of the contract, involving a promise that if the people living in the district of country, which should be fixed upon for the seat of government, would give up the rights possessed under the government of the states to which they belonged, they should forever remain under the exclusive jurisdiction of congress. By the act of congress accepting the cession, the territory received is declared to be the place fixed on for the permanent seat of the government and the states cede forever the jurisdiction of the persons and soil within the same to congress, for the purpose of exercising therein exclusive legislation. Finally, you assume the government, establish your own systems, and annul those of the states. Confiding in these promises, they gave up the control of their persons, and some of them divided with you their property. They consent, and hailed your arrival here as the most fortunate epoch in the annals of their country; and now, will you set them adrift without deigning to listen to their prayers?
But all this is to be done to restore them to their lost liberty; to emancipate them
from the shackles of despotism with which they are encumbered, and to elevate them from their degraded condition to the rank of freemen. These are very pretty theories, but like many other theories on the subject of the abstract rights of man, when pushed to their extent and every thing made to bend to them in order to give to them complete effect, are found to be in their practical operation oppressive and unjust. I deny, sir, that the people of this district are in that deplorable state of slavery which some theorists imagine. They are entitled to, and are in the enjoyment of all the rights secured to the people of this country by the various restrictions on the powers of their governors. No man in this territory can be deprived of life, liberty, or property, but through the medium of the judiciary department, operating in the same way, and under the same circumstances as in every other part of the Union. The clause relative to the independency of the judicial power, applies itself to the courts here as well as to any other court of the Union. But if it should not be so considered, since the new doctrine has been established, that the tenure of good behaviour in your judges is no bar to the omnipotency of the legislative power, the people here in this respect have the same security for the independency of their judges, as their fellow citizens in other parts of the Union. The principal difference between the people of this district and of the different states is, that they have no immediate and actual representation; but notwithstanding the importance of the right of representation to a people generally speaking, and however correct may be the general principle that a people cannot enjoy perfect freedom without it, yet in a place situated as is this district, there is more of theory than of fact, in the assertion that the people who are without it, are in a state of civil and political despotism.
This being the seat of government where all the representatives of the nation are collected, and who from the responsibility which they owe to their respective constitutions and to the whole people of the United States, are under every moral and political tie to do justice, and to protect the rights and interests of the people here. Here every citizen of the district has access to every member, and he may personally communicate his wants, his wishes, and solicit his particular patronage of his interest; and instead of being confined like a district of country in the remote parts of the Union to a single member who may not possess the talents to explain its interests to the legislative body, the citizens of this place may make a selection of the whole, of the member or members to whom he may chuse to confide his application. Like the seat of government in all other places, without having any actual representation, this district will have more than its equal share of influence and its weight will always be felt more sensibly in the legislative councils of the nation, than the remote parts of the Union. Our theoretic philosophers, however not only contend that in order to make these people free and happy, we must force liberty upon them whether they will have it or not, and that even with respect to the convenience or inconvenience of being governed by this body and the states of Maryland and Virginia, they are incapable of judging for themselves.
But is there so convenience refusing to them from having all their concerns brought within the narrow limits of 10 miles square—is there so convenience in having their own courts of justice at their very doors, instead of travelling to Richmond and Annapolis? It is an old fashioned idea perhaps, but it is one which very generally prevails, even at the present day, that to bring justice home to every man's door, is a great political civil blessing; and in this respect the people of this place enjoy an advantage, which is unknown to any other people in the world.
The great advantages contemplated as likely to result from being represented in the legislature of Maryland & Virginia, & the powers of self government which it is supposed may result from the measure, is merely ideal. What weight will the district on the Virginia side of the Potomac, have, in the large body of the legislature of that state; when they will only form a part of the county of Fairfax, and have a share in choosing two members to the assembly? The same question; he might ask in relation to the district of country formerly comprehended within the counties of Prince George and Montgomery, in Maryland: They would be regarded with a jealous eye, a sort of Aliens who were forced contrary to their remonstrances, to submit to their respective jurisdictions.
But the trouble of governing these people is urged as a serious objection; we certainly have had sundry applications and some legislation has been necessary to accommodate our laws and political system to this new situation. But this has been already in a great degree accomplished; & I believe little more is now necessary to be done: And with respect to the imaginary wants which have sometimes constituted the basis of troublesome applications; it is believed there is now prevailing a very general disposition to suppress them in future—This resolution however proposes to retain the city and the same objection applies nearly to the same extent, to its government, as to the whole. The laws of this territory have been enacted; its several courts established, and the office's appointed with reference to the whole; and it will require nearly as much legislation to accommodate your laws to the city alone, as will probably be requisite if the whole be retained; lastly, I have another objection to these resolutions. Because they go to dismember the plan of the territory which was the favorite child of that illustrious man who was justly denominated the political father of his country. This great and patriotic statesman was deeply, comprehensively minded, viewed things on a grand, liberal, national scale, fore saw the necessity of bringing nearer together the atlantic and western divisions of his country. He considered this place from the contingency of its position to the western waters, destined to become at some future day that situation which would render it the great market of the western supplies and which would stand at one end of the great national spine connecting the western and atlantic frontiers. He knew full well the local jealousies which will forever exist and which we know do exist, between places situated like George-town, Washington and Alexandria. He foresaw that these local jealousies, if properly restrained, would by the action and re-action which they would produce, operate as a general stimulus to the whole; and thereby become rather an advantage than otherwise to the general prosperity, that by gradual approximation these places would be brought together and form one great whole. This could only be effected by making the general government the common centre around which these rival towns, revolving in their respective orbits, would revolve free from collision. But put them under three different and hostile jurisdiction, three different centres of attraction would be formed; and in revolving around which these hostile bodies might meet each other and mutual injury ensue. He knew that by restricting the inspection of the produce descending the Potomac and coming from the west side of the river to Alexandria, Virginia might force all her produce by the city of Washington. And that by a similar operation upon the part of Maryland all her exports might be stopped at George-town. That the destruction of the city and all her prospects would be the consequence; and therefore the wisdom of the plan as originally adopted, and to support which, free from dismemberment, under whatever pretext, I shall always contribute my exertions. To discourage local jealousy I have always thought desirable when likely to be carried to a pernicious extent, and have always desired to leave each place to the enjoyment of its own natural advantages. I beg leave to conclude by remarking upon one or two observations of the gentleman from North Carolina, on the constitutional question. He has produced some legislative precedents respecting the transfer of many yards, arsenals, &c. If these precedents were in point, having passed sub silentio they ought to have no obligatory force. But I am not aware that Congress has ever done any thing in this respect but to sell the right of soil in places acquired for such purposes, and it still remains a question, if they do not retain the jurisdiction if they chuse to exercise it. That gentleman seems to make no distinction between the right of soil and power of legislation over it, though the one may be in one body and the other in another. I do not deny but you may sell all the lots in the city of Washington either to individuals, states, or other bodies politic, but I do deny that you can sell your right of governing it.
The next precedent adduced was the case of the compact with Georgia and by which we acquired an extensive territory. Perhaps this may be considered as going out of the treaty making power, and it is not denied that the government may acquire territory and jurisdiction over it, through the medium of the treaty making power.
I trust, Mr. chairman I have shown when I intended in the outset of my re-

marks to establish, that congress are not competent to effectuate the object of the resolution; that if they could do it, it is not demanded by the general interest, and that it would be unjust and tyrannical as it relates to the people here to make the contemplated transfer.
Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23.
Those persons who have been in the habit of stealing my Fence for a considerable time past, are respectfully informed, if equally agreeable to them, it will be more convenient to me, if they will steal my wood, and leave the fence for the present—and as it may be attended with some little inconvenience getting over the palings the gate is left unfastened for their accommodation.
J. SWIFT.
At an election held on Monday last for Directors of the Bank of Alexandria, the following gentlemen were chosen: Samuel Craig John Janney John Dunlap J. Thompson Charles Simms John Duntass Richard M. Scott Richard Conway. William Herbert And, at a meeting of the Directors, William Herbert was re-chosen President, and George Gilpen a Director, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the election of Mr. Herbert.
COMMERCIAL CORRESPONDENCE.
The following price-current is from a respectable commercial house in Liverpool, dated Nov. 3, 1804. Cotton, Georgia, Sea Island, 18 3/4 a 20 1/2; Upland, 12 3/4 a 14 1/2; New Orleans, scarce, and meet a ready sale; Sea Island dull, especially inferior qualities. Rosin, 13 a 15; Turpentine, 15 a 17; Pitch, 8 a 10; Tar, 18 a 20; Nava Sails go freely, especially Turpentine, which has been scarce lately. Ales, Pearl Boston, 47 a 48; Port, 45 a 48, ready, and prices improving: Hams, Ox and Cow, 60 a 65; Tips, 30 a 35, in demand; Bees Wax, 240 a 255, scarce and wanted; Rice in bond, 21 a 23, duty paid; 32 a 36, demand limited, and prices keep up; Staves, W. O. pipe, 24 a 25 1/2; bhd. 23 a 30; bbl. 11 a 13; R. O. bhd. 5 a 5 1/2; bbl. 2 a 3; good staves are in demand, particularly barrel, which are not so plentiful as others. New England Logs, oak, 2 4 a 2 6; pine, 1 9 a 2 1/2; Plank, oak, 4 1/4 a 4 3/4; 3 3/4 a 3 1/2; Pine, oak, 2 1/2 a 3 1/4; pine 2 1/4 a 2 1/2; the demand for pine lumber is improving, and prices nearly fair at the prices quoted. L wood, Campêche, 19 a 20; Honduras, 17 a 18; Jamaica, 16 a 17; the demand for dye woods is become limited from the lateness of the season. Fustic, 12 a 15; Nicaragua Wood, small, 30 a 35; large, 40 a 45; Tobacco, James River, 3 1/2 a 7 1/2; Georgia, 3 1/2 a 5; fine quality, ready sale; inferior, dull.
Extract of a letter dated Texel Roads, October 16. "It is reported here this day, that the French have declared WAR against the Swedes and Danes in consequence of which, several Danish and Swedish vessels have been detained."
JAMES DOUGLASS, HAS OPENED A GROCERY STORE,
No. Royal Street, four doors below the Coffee House, where he has now for Sale, Cognac Brandy, of the best quality, Holland Gin, Old Jamaica Rum, Whiskey, Maltes, Imperial, Young Hyson, and } TEAS, Suching Coffee, Chocolate, Tea, Loaf, and Brown Sugars, Pepper, Allspice, Ground Ginger, Nutmegs, Cinnamon, Cloves, Mould and Dip Candles, James River manufactured Tobacco, Candles, &c. Powder and Shot afforded, &c. &c.
In selecting the above articles he has had an eye particularly to the custom of his friends in town, to whom he will be very thankful for any favour in his way. They are of the best quality, and will be sold as low for cash as they can possibly be afforded. He has also on hand a parcel of excellent Rose Island Potatoes, and a few barrels Sweet Cider: Also, Indian Meal, of which he will endeavour to keep a constant supply, and Siskin Butter and Flour by retail. January 23. e0312
Alexandria Bank Shares FOR SALE—apply to JAMES PATTON,
Congress of the United States.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
FRIDAY, January 18.
Mr. Richards, from the committee of enrollment, reported that they had laid the bill authorising the corporation of Georgetown to erect a dam or causeway from Mason's Island to the west bank of the Potomac, before the President of the United States.
Mr. J. Randolph reported from the committee of ways and means, on the bill from the Senate, to amend an act entitled "An act imposing more specific duties on certain articles, and also for laying and collecting light money on foreign vessels."
The bill and report were ordered to be referred to a committee of the whole on this day.
Mr. J. Randolph, from the committee of ways and means, asked leave to report a bill making an appropriation for the support of the military establishment for the year 1805, and leave being granted, he reported a bill accordingly, which was read twice, and referred to a committee of the whole for Monday next.
The chairman of the committee of revision and unfinished business made a further report, that the law regulating the manner of taking evidence in cases of contested elections had expired, and ought to be revived; also, The law for incorporating the inhabitants of the city of Washington, would expire with the end of the present session, and that it ought to be renewed.
The report was referred to a committee of the whole for Monday.
Mr. J. Randolph presented the petition of Henry and William Stewart, of Germantown, in the county of Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania) calico printers and dyers, praying to be allowed a drawback on India goods printed by them, equal to the drawback on foreign printed articles. Referred to the committee of commerce and manufactures.
Mr. Crowninshield reported a bill from the committee of commerce and manufactures, for the establishment of new collection districts and ports of entry, on the western waters, viz. at Genesee, Buffalo Creek, and Miami, and to alter the port of entry of the district of Erie.
The bill after being twice read, was referred to the committee of the whole for Monday next.
A message was received from the Senate by Mr. Otis, their Secretary, informing that the Senate had agreed to the bill sent from the house for the relief of Charlotte Hazen, relict of the late brigadier general Moses Hazen, with an amendment, and then he withdrew.
The Senate's amendment was taken up and considered. It went to allow her a pension for life, from the first day of January, 1805, of two hundred dollars per annum.
Mr. Van Cortlandt moved to amend the amendment by striking out the first of January, 1805, and inserting in its stead the fourth of February, 1803, being the day of her husband's decease.
This motion being carried in the affirmative, the bill was returned to the Senate. Shortly after which, Mr. Otis delivered another message from that body, expressing their agreement to the amendment proposed by the house.
Mr. Crowninshield reported a bill for the relief of the sufferers by fire in the city of New-York, in the state of New-York, it was twice read, and referred to the committee of the whole on Monday next.
Mr. Root presented a petition from John York, an insolvent collector, of the direct tax of the 83d collection district, in New-York, praying to be released from the payment of the same, as he and his security were insolvent. Referred to a select committee of three.
On motion of Mr. Dana, the committee of claims was discharged from the further consideration of the several petitions of disabled and wounded soldiers, and the petitions were thereupon referred to the committee of the whole, to whom was referred the bill in addition to the act making further provision for those who had been disabled by known wounds, received in the service during our revolutionary war with Great Britain.
Mr. J. Clay presented a petition from the sugar refiners of Philadelphia, praying an allowance of drawback upon sugars exported from the United States. Referred to the committee already appointed on that subject.
Mr. J. Clay presented a letter from Matthew Carey, offering to supply an additional number of the copies of the laws of the United States, at 7 dollars and 62 1/2
cents per set of 6 vols usually sold for 12 dollars. Referred to a select committee of three.
Mr. Sloan laid upon the table the following motion, which was seconded by Mr. Anderson:
Resolved , That from and after the birth day of July, 1805, all Blacks and people of colour, that shall be born within the district of Columbia, or whose mother shall be the property of any person residing within the said district, shall be free; the males at the age of 21, and the females at the age of 18.
Mr. Stanford moved to consider the motion at this time. The house decided on the question, and there were 57 for the immediate consideration, and only 30 against it, whereupon the same was taken into consideration.
It was then moved to refer the motion to a committee of the whole.
The Yeas and Nays were called upon the question of reference, and were as follows:
YEAS. Messrs. Alexander, Anderson, Archer, Baldwin, Bard, Bedinger, Fisher, Boyle, Brown, Taggart, J. Clay, Conrad, Crowninshield, Elliot, Elmer, Findley, Grogg, G. Griswold, Hanna, Hasbrouck, Hastings, Heister, Hough, Knight, Larned, Le B. Livingston, Lucas, McCord, Mitchell, Morrow, Palmer, Rea, of Penn, Richards, Root, Sammons, Seaver, Sloan, Smilie, Stanton, Steadman, Stewart, Tibbits, Vacherie, Varnum, Wadsworth, Whitehill—47.
NAYS. Messrs. Alston, jun. Blackledge, Boyd, Bryan, Butler, G. W. Campbell, J. Campbell, Casey, Claiborne, M. Clay, Clopton, Cutler, Davenport, Dennis, Dickson, Earle, Early, Eppes, Eustis, Fowler, Goddard, Goodwyn, Griffin, R. Griswold, H. Lms, Hoge, Holland, Huger, Hunt, Jones, Kennedy, Lewis, jun. Lowndes, Lyon, M'Creery, Meriwether, N. R. Moore, T. Moore, Mott, Nelson, New, Newton, jun. Nicholson, Olin, J. Randolph, Rhea, of Tenn. Riker, Sandford, J. Smith, Southard, Stanford, Stephenson, Tenney, Thomas, Thompson, Trigg, Van Cortlandt, Van Rensselaer, Verplank, Walton, M. Williams, Wilson, Winn, Winston, Wynns—65.
Yeas 47, Nays 65, of course the reference was not carried.
The question was then taken without debate, on the original resolution, Ayes 31, Nays 78, as follows:
YEAS. —Messrs. Anderson, Archer, Bard, Bishop, Brown, Claggett, J. Clay, Elliot, Elmer, Findley, G. Griswold, Hanna, Hasbrouck, Hough, Knight, Leib, M'Creery, Mitchell, Palmer, J. Rea, of Penn, Richards, Root, Sammons, Seaver, Sloan, Smilie, Stanton, Van Horn, Varnum, Wadsworth, Whitehill—31.
NAYS. Messrs. Alston, Baldwin, Bedinger, Blackledge, Boyd, Bryan, Butler, G. W. Campbell, J. Campbell, Casey, Claiborne, M. Clay, Clopton, Conrad, Crowninshield, Cutler, Davenport, Dawson, Dennis, Dickson, Earle, Early, Eppes, Eustis, Fowler, Goddard, Goodwyn, Griffin, R. Griswold, Heister, Helms, Hoge, Holland, Huger, Hunt, Jones, Kennedy, Larned, Lewis, jun. Livingston, Lowndes, Lucas, Lyon, M'Creery, Meriwether, N. R. Moore, T. Moore, Mott, Nelson, New, Newton, jun. Nicholson, Olin, J. Randolph, J. Rhea, of Tenn. Riker, Sandford, J. Smith, Southard, Stanford, Steadman, Stephenson, Stewart, Taggart, Tenney, Thompson, Tibbits, Trigg, Van Cortlandt, Van Rensselaer, Verplank, Walton, M. Williams, Wilson, Winn, Winston, Wynns—77.
So the resolution was negatived.
Mr. Fowler presented the petition of Richard Taylor, who had been desperately wounded in the late Indian war, praying an additional allowance for his support. Referred to the committee of the whole, which has a similar subject under consideration.
Stop two unprincipled Villains!
OWN BROTHERS.
Baxter —about 25 years old, pockmarked; who drives a coach without fear or without care, but with dexterity (when sober); His dress unknown, having a variety—very black, and impudent to any body—and to every body impertinent.
Marion —about 20 years old; dressed in a silk plush roundabout jacket and overalls, of sky blue color; about 5 feet 8 inches high, lazy, and fond of sitting down and going to sleep in the day time.
I will give a reward of Forty Dollars , for apprehending the two rascals, and pay all reasonable expenses if brought home to me, at Shurter's Hill, about three-quarters of a mile from Alexandria, Virginia.
ENJAMIN DULANY.
Dec. 24. N. B. It is expected the two fellows are now in Baltimore town.
By Authority.
EXHIBITION.
Moral and Entertaining.
THIS EVENING
(January, 23, 1805.)
WILL BE EXHIBITED
A Variety of Entertainments,
CONSISTING OF
Recitations, Songs, &c.
1. Collins' Celebrated Ode on the Pastors.
2. Comic Song—Satire on all Trades.
3. An Occasional Address.
4. Clown's Description of London.
5. Description of a London Blood.
6. The Wonderful Piece of Puzzle-wit.
AFTER WHICH
The Grand Italian Fantoccini.
By the Wonderful Group of Artful Comedians, three feet and a half high, possessing by the Powers of Mechanism, the exact Movements of Life, will be presented
An Ancient Dramatic Piece, Taken from a Ballad, entitled
THE NORFOLK TRAGEDY.
A description of the different scenes, performed by the Figures, is highly necessary, in order that the public may form an idea respecting the Merits and Ingenuity of the Performer.
Scene 1. The parents of the children are discovered, in their last moments, giving charge to their brother respecting their lovely offspring, admonishing him to train them up in the path of virtue, which he solemnly promises to perform, and calls in the children, who takes an affectionate farewell of their parents.
Scene 2. Soliloquy of the Uncle, in which he determines the death of the children—seizes two bravadoes whom he engages to murder them.
Scene 3. The Ruffians arrive in a wild forest, where they intend murdering the children, but not agreeing respecting the mode or manner of their death, they quarrel—a combat ensues, which terminates in the death of the wicked Ruffian; the children enter, complain of their being left alone, he soothes them by saying they shall soon be at their journey's end.
Scene 4. The surviving Ruffian not wishing to kill the unfortunate babes, leaves them in the trackless desert where they wander up and down; at last worn out with fatigue, they fall a sacrifice to hunger. Here the phenomenon of human invention is displayed by a Robin, flying about with all the movements of life and harmonious notes practised by that favorite bird; its care and attention in collecting leaves to cover the bodies of the unfortunate innocents, is truly wonderful and often draws the tear of sensibility from the most obdurate! After which a figure descends, supposed to represent a celestial messenger, come with power to convey the spotless victims to their destined happy abode. The graceful attitudes, and diligence of this figure in uncovering the bodies, display the care of Providence towards the unfortunate.
Scene 5. Meditation of the Uncle, wherein he repeats of the wicked deed he has been guilty of: In the course of his reflections, he is surprised by the approach of a large smoke, who enters with all the natural and terrific attitudes that these poisonous reptiles possess; he jumps at the Uncle, and is supposed to kill him. Here the spectator is lost in wonder, by reflecting on the ingenuity of mankind!
The Evening's amusements will conclude with the Comic Interlude of the
Unfortunate Old Gentleman.
Doors to be opened at six, and the performance to commence at seven o'clock.
Admittance Fifty Cents.
Tickets may be had at Mr. Stewart's Book Store.
The room will be made comfortably warm.
January 23.
I have for Sale,
2,000 wt. seine twine
4 tons patent flax
20 boxes tin plate
8, 10, 12, and 20d. fine drawn wrought nails.
1st Month, 8th. John Janney.
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NOTICE.
The Stockholders in the Bank of
Potomac, are hereby notified, that the third installment of Twenty five Dollars on each share of Stock, will become due on Saturday the 2d of February next.
Charles Page, Cashier.
January 21. Jan 22 Feb

JAMES KENNEDY, sen.
King Street,
Respectfully informs the Public that he has received, from Lee & Co's Patent and Family Medicine Store, New York, a fresh assortment of the following
Valuable Medicines,
Which are in high esteem and general use throughout the United States, many of them being sold cheaper than the drugs of which they are composed could be purchased at a retail Store.
TAKE NOTICE,
That J. Kennedy, jun. is appointed the only Agent for Alexandria.
DR. HAMILTON'S ELIXIR,
A sovereign remedy for Colds, Obsolete Coughs Asthma, Coughs, Sore Throats, and Approaching Consumption.
To parents who may have children afflicted with the HOOPING COUGH.
This discovery is of the first magnitude, as it is an immediate relief, checks the progress, and in a short time entirely removes the most cruel disorder to which children are liable—the Elixir is so perfectly agreeable and the dose so small, that no difficulty arises in taking it.
From LUTHER MARTIN, Esq. Attorney-General of the State of Maryland.
Gentlemen,
I comply with your request in stating my opinion of Hamilton's Elixir. It has been used in my family for two or three years past, with uniform success, whenever coughs, coughs, or similar complaints have rendered medicine necessary. I have myself found it an excellent and agreeable remedy for a very painful and troublesome affection of the breast, accompanied with foreign and tick obstructed and difficult breathing.
On these accounts I do not hesitate to recommend Hamilton's Elixir, as a valuable medicine, and delivering public attention.
LUTHER MARTIN.
Mr. Abijah Henly, Bridge-Street, Baltimore, was cured by one bottle of Hamilton's Elixir of a very complicated disorder, occasioned by a severe cold caught several months ago. He breathed with the greatest difficulty, and was often thrown into weakening sweats when he attempted to walk any distance, and his voice would frequently fail in such a degree that he could only attempt to whisper, he has been upwards of six weeks without a return of his complaints, and desires to give this public testimony in favour of this invaluable medicine.
Dr. Hamilton's GRAND RESTORATIVE,
Is recommended as an invaluable medicine, for the speedy relief and permanent cure of the various complaints which result from dissipated pleasures—juvenile indiscretions—residence in climates unfavourable to the constitution—the immoderate use of tea, frequent intoxication, or any other destructive intemperance—the unskillful or excessive use of mercury—the diseases peculiar to females, & a certain period of life—bad lying in, &c. &c.
And is proved by long and extensive experience to be absolutely unparalleled in the cure of
 Nervous disorders, Violent cramps in the  Consumption, Stomach and back,  Loss of spirits, Indigestion,  Loss of appetite, Melancholy,  Impurity of the blood, Gout in the stomach,  Hysterical affections, Pains in the limbs,  Inward weakness, Relaxations,  Seminal weakness, Involuntary emissions,  Fluoribus, (or whites) Obligate gleet,  Barrenness, Impotency, &c. &c. 
In cases of extremity, where the long prevalence and obstinacy of disease has brought on a general impoverishment of the system, excessive debility of the whole frame, and a wasting of the flesh which no nourishment or cordial could retain a perseverance in the use of this medicine has performed the most astonishing cures.
HAMILTON'S ESSENCE and EXTRACT of MUSTARD,
A safe and effectual remedy for gout, rheumatism, palsies, sprains, bruises, pains in the face and neck, &c. &c. and has performed many cures in the above complaint than all the other medicines ever before made public.
From Dr. Weatherburn, Wythe county, Virginia.
W. WEATHERBURN.
I purchased at your shop the preparations you call Hamilton's Essence, or Extract of Mustard, which I believe has greatly removed a chronic rheumatism (of that kind named lumbago, or of the hip joint) under which I had laboured for a long time, and which had baffled every remedy in the Materia Medica, and every mode of treatment received into practice for the cure of this obstinate affection. If you think this letter useful you are at liberty to make it public.
Yours, &c.
JOHN HOOVER.
John Hoover, rope-maker, South Second Street, between Mary and Christian Streets, Philadelphia, voluntarily makes oath as follows, namely, that his wife, Mary Hoover, was so severely afflicted with a violent rheumatism, very dangerously situated, the consequence of a severe cold after lying in, as to be confined to her bed for several weeks, and was at length reduced to the melancholy apprehension of remaining a cripple for life, notwithstanding the most respectable medical advice was followed, and every probable remedy attempted: when seeing several cases of cures performed by Hamilton's Essence and Extract of Mustard, they were procured from Mr. Birch, No. 17, South Second Street. The first application enabled her to walk across the room, and the use of one bottle restored her to her usual state of health and strength.
Sworn and subscribed before Ebenezer Forster Esq. one of the justices of the peace for Philadelphia County.
HAMILTON'S WORM DESTROYING LOZENGES.
Which have within four years past cured upwards of one hundred and twenty thousand persons of both sexes, of every age, and in every situation, of various dangerous complaints arising from worms, and form obstructions in the stomach and bowels.
This medicine bears no analogy whatever of similar title, so commonly complained of as operating with violence on the contrary, particular excellence of this remedy is its being suited to every age and constitution; contains nothing but what is perfectly innocent, and is so mild in its operation that it cannot injure the most delicate pregnant lady, or the tenderest infant of a week old should no worms exist in the body, it will without pain or griping, clean the stomach and bowels of whatever is foul or offensive, and thereby prevent the production of worms and many fatal disorders. They are particularly efficacious in carrying off all gross humors and corruptions; feverish and bilious complaints, and are the safest and most purgative that can be used on the occasion.
Definition of Worms, & the symptoms by which they are known.
Worms which infest the human body, are chiefly of four kinds, viz. the Tapes or large round worms, the Ascarides, or small maw worms, the Cucurbitina, or flat, flat, white worms, and lastly, the Taenia, or tape worms, so called from its resemblance to tape; this is often many yards long, and is full of joints—it is most hurtful, and most difficult to cure.
Among the symptoms attending worms, are disagreeable breath, especially in the morning—bad and corrupted gums—itching in the nose and about the seat—Convulsions and epileptic fits, and sometimes privation of speech—starting and grinding of the teeth in sleep—irregular appetite, sometimes loathing food, and sometimes voracious—Purgging, with slimy and fetid stools—Vomiting—Large and hard belly—Pains and sickness at the stomach—Pains in the head and thighs, with lowness of spirits—Slow fever, with small and irregular pulse—A dry cough—Excessive thirst—Sometimes pale and unhealthy countenance, and sometimes the face bloated and flushed. Persons afflicted with any of the above symptoms should have immediate recourse to HAMILTON'S WORM DESTROYING LOZENGES, which have been constantly attended with success in all complaints similar to those above described.
A dose of this medicine given occasionally during the warm season, will effectually prevent the vomiting and purging of children, a dreadful disorder which annually destroys thousands of the infant part of our cities. It is likewise the most certain remedy known and has restored to health and strength a great number when in an advanced stage of this fatal complaint. Particular and plain instructions are given for every part of the necessary treatment in each case.
Children generally take this medicine with eagerness; having a pleasing appearance, and an agreeable taste.
CASES OF CURES—by Hamilton's Worm Destroying Lozenges.
(Selected from thousands) the authenticity of which any person may ascertain, either by letter or personal application.
TYPE WORM.
Mr. SAMUEL FULLER, inn-keeper, on the Harford road, ten miles from Baltimore, began about 20 months ago to be grievously afflicted with a tape worm, which increased fast in size and strength, so as to excite the most horrid sensations by its writhing motions and intolerable pains, resembling the gnawing and tearing of his bowels, which deprived him of his necessary sleep, and caused such dreadful apprehensions as cannot be conceived but by one in a similar situation—his appetite wasted rapidly, and with that his strength, so that he was unable to attend to any business—when he heard of some excellent cures performed by Hamilton's worm lozenges, he took a large dose, which brought away about FOUR YARDS of the worm (now in the possession of Lee & Co.)—but a renewal of his pains soon convinced him that this monstrous reptile had recovered its first vigour—Application was made to Lee & Co. for more of their medicine, with their advice—from which resulted the total expulsion of his formidable enemy, in several pieces, which he supposed to be SIX or EIGHT YARDS in length. A few months have since elapsed and Mr. Fuller is now in perfect health. The above facts are well known to a numerous circle of his neighbours, and himself will gratify any who may wish to make further inquiries on the subject. Although Hamilton's worm lozenges produce such powerful effects, when necessary, yet they are perfectly innocent and mild in their operation on the human body, even taken in large doses, as Mr. Fuller will testify—their particular mildness is abundantly evident in innumerable cures of infants.
Communicated by Dr. John Spangler, Yorktown, Pennsylvania.
Letter from the reverend Mr. JOHN MOLTHER minister of the Moravian church in Yorktown. York, January 4th, 1802.
Dear Sir, Dr. Hamilton's lozenges have been recommended to me as a very adequate means for the cure of children afflicted with worms. I procured a box for the use of my family, to try, whether by means of this medicine, I might be enabled to gain a point, which, to accomplish, different other means had proved abortive. My eldest boy had a very sickly appearance, was very restless at night, grew leaner from time to time; in short, he seemed to be in a precarious state of health, which would yield to none of the medicines administered, until I gave him two doses of lozenges agreeably to the directions which carried off a quantity to all appearance a mere morsel but upon close inspection it proved to be a very large living animal. Not one of the sort of worms which usually infest children came from him. Since that period he grew remarkably better in health, and though lean, has got a fresh and lively complexion. Upon different occasions I have used this medicine as a purgative for him, and found it to answer exceedingly well, without bringing on belly-ache, or any of those disagreeable sensations, so often occasioned by purgative medicines. Upon the whole I judge this medicine to be, besides its main object, one of the most salutary means for restoring lost appetite, and promoting a proper state of digestion, by carrying off that bilious substance, which engenders so much indisposition both among children and adults. I am, Sir, your most obedient servant, JOHN MOLTHER.
DR. HAHN'S TRUE and GENUINE GERMAN CORN PLAISTER.
An infallible remedy for corns, speedily removing them, root and branch, without giving pain.
THE GENUINE PERSIAN LOTION, So celebrated among the fashionable throughout Europe, as an invaluable cosmetic perfectly innocent and safe, free from corrosive and repellant minerals (the basis of other lotions) and of unparalleled efficacy in preventing and removing blackheads in the face and skin of every kind, particularly freckles, pimples, inflammatory redness, fevers, tetter, ring worms, sun burns, prickly heat, &c. The Persian Lotion operates mildly, without impeding that natural, insensible perspiration which is essential to health. Yet its salutary effects are speedy and permanent, rendering the skin delicately soft and clear, improving the complexion, and restoring the bloom of youth. Never failing to render an ordinary countenance beautiful, and an handsome one more so.
THE RESTORATIVE POWDER for the TEETH and GUMS.
This excellent preparation comforts and strengthens the gums, preserves the enamel from decay, and cleanses and whitens the teeth, by absorbing all that acrimonious slime and foulness, which suffered to accumulate, severs the teeth and finally ruins them.
DR. HAHN'S GENUINE EYE WATER. A sovereign remedy for all diseases of the eyes, whether the effect of natural weakness or of accident, defluxions of rheum, dullness, itching and films on the eyes, never failing to cure those maladies which frequently succeed the small-pox, measles and fevers, and wonderfully strengthening a weak sight. Hundreds have experienced its excellent virtues, when nearly deprived of light.
TOOTH ACHE DROPS.
The only remedy yet discovered which gives immediate and lasting relief in the most severe instances.
THE SOVEREIGN OINTMENT for the ITCH. Which is warranted infallible, remedy at one application.
ation, and may be used with perfect safety on pregnant women or on infants a week old, containing not a particle of mercury, or any other dangerous ingredient what ever, and is not accompanied with that tormenting smell which attends the application of other remedies.
THE ANODYNE ELIXIR. For the cure of every kind of head-ache. INDIAN VEGETABLE SPECIFIC. A safe and speedy remedy for the venereal disease. "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." For the prevention and cure of bilious and malignant fevers.
IS RECOMMENDED  DR. HAHN'S ANTI-BILIOUS PILLS. The operation of these pills is perfectly mild, so as to be used with safety by persons in every situation, and of every age. They are excellently adapted to carry off superfluous bile, and prevent its morbid secretions—to restore and amend the appetite—to procure a free perspiration, and thereby prevent colds, which are often attended with fatal consequences—a dose never fails to remove a cold, if taken with its first appearance. They are celebrated for removing habitual costiveness—fickleness at the stomach, and severe head-ache—and ought to be taken by all persons on a change of climate.
Sold likewise by S. Pleasants Richmond; Ross and Douglass, Petersburg; T. Green, Frederickburgh; G. Purdie, Smithfield; M. Jones, Suffolk; Dr. Miller, Winchester; R. Greenhow, Williamsburg; and J. Shaw, Leesburg.
PUBLIC SALE.
On WEDNESDAY, 13th February 1805, will be sold on the premises to the highest bidder, that valuable LOT OF GROUND,
Situate on the corner of Duke and Union Streets, together with all the improvements thereon, consisting of 3 two-story frame Houses, late the property of Samuel Higg. A credit of 6 and 12 months will be given on part of the purchase money.
James Davidson, P. G. Marsteller. Dec. 3. 2awFeb.
NOTICE.
THE Partnership of Daniel Dowling & Co. is this day dissolved by mutual consent. The business in future will be carried on by Daniel Dowling.
DANIEL DOWLING, THOMAS JANNEY. Janu'y 17. dbr
BARLEY.
I have received 1350 bushels of good clean BARLEY, which I will sell lower than usual, as the season for using it is considerably advanced.
Cuthbert Powell. January 14. 2aw3w
Notice.
This is to give notice that the subscribers of the County of Alexandria, in the District of Columbia, have obtained from the Orphans Court of said County, letters of administration on the Personal estate of Thomas Farrel, late of the county aforesaid, deceased. All persons having claims against the said deceased, are hereby warned, to exhibit the same with the vouchers thereof, to the subscribers, on or before the 5th day of June, next, they may otherwise be excluded from all benefit of the said estate.
Given under our hands this 5th day of December 1804, Ann Farrel, Administratrix. Thos. Vowell, } Administrators Wm. Rhodes. N. B. All persons indebted to the said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to the Administratrix, otherwise, suits will commence. Dec. 6. 2awtf.
RAN AWAY, from the subscriber, sometime in the month of September, a Negro Woman named VENUS, sometimes called WINNY; about 36 years of age, 5 feet 2 or 3 inches high, lusty, with a full face, and a scar reaching from her under lip to her chin. I will give FIVE DOLLARS reward for apprehending her within the district of Columbia, and 10 DOLLARS if taken within 20 miles; and TWENTY DOLLARS if taken any greater distance, and reasonable expenses for bringing her home. All masters of vessels and others, are forewarned against harboring or carrying her off at their peril.
THOMAS G. HARDING. Dec. 27. 18w3.
Five Dollars Reward.
RUN, or taken away last Sunday evening, from the subscriber, living at the corner of Prince and Royal Streets; a little Negro Girl named DARKET, purchased by me at Public Sale at the market square, late the property of George Singleton. The said Negro Girl is about 13 years of age, ragged clothing, and a pair of new shoes; it is presumed she is about her late master's residence. The above reward will be given if taken in town, and more if out of the state, or secured in any good so that I get her again.
CHAUMETTE.
N. B. All masters of vessels and others are forewarned, against harbouring or carrying her off at their peril. January 15. mgjt
NOTICE. THE Subscriber being disappointed in the sale of his interest in the premises where he now resides, offers to rent that part of the said premises occupied by him as a Granary and Spirit Store. He has remaining some old Jamaica Spirits, Brandy, Gin and Whiskey; a few barrels fresh Rice, with different articles in the Grocery and Spirit line, all of which he will dispose of at cost. He has also for Sale 250 dozen of old bottled Porter, fit for immediate use; with which article and Pale Ale he will be constantly supplied. WILLIAM DUNLAP. January 13. eost
JACOB GREGG Has just received direct from London, a neat assortment of GOLD and SILVER WATCHES; Which he offers for sale at his shop on Fairfax Street, next door to doctor Kennedy's. January 15. eozw
JOHN TUCKER has for Sale, 10 puncheons St. Croix Rum 8000 lbs. Green Coffee 1500 Spanish Hides; AND Groceries, as usual. January 14. 31aw3w
NOTICE. Alexandria, Dec. 4, 1804. THE Stockholders in the Little River Turnpike Company, &c. are hereby required to pay to the Treasurer of said Company, Ten Dollars on each share by them respectively subscribed, on the first day of March next; and the further sum of Ten Dollars, on each of their shares, on the first day of August next ensuing. JONAH THOMPSON, Treasurer.
NOTICE. Such as are in arrears for former calls, are respectfully and earnestly solicited, to make immediate payment to the Treasurer, that he may be enabled to discharge the claims against the Company; particularly as there are amongst those claimants a number of poor laborers, who are in the utmost distress for want of the funds due them. The Directors flatter themselves that the prompt payment of every delinquent will relieve them from the painful necessity of enforcing punctuality, which can no longer be delayed. J. T. Dec. 28, 1804.
Young Ladies Boarding and Day SCHOOL.
The inhabitants of Alexandria, are respectfully informed that sudden illness has prevented the commencement of Mrs. O'Riley's Ladies Academy, in this city—but being now in a state of convalescence, will as soon as her health permits open her proposed academy, of which due notice will be given, where will be taught French and English grammatically; Writing and Arithmetic; History, Geography and the use of the Globes; Music, Drawing and all kinds of work, viz. Embroidery in chenilles, gold silver, silks, &c. composing figures, historical and ornamental, landscapes, flowers, fruit-baskets, &c. maps wrought in silks, chenilles girds &c. print work in figures or landscapes; cloths work in fruit, birds, flowers &c. silks and earthenware in vases, pyramids, baskets, tea-tadets, spergnes, &c. grotto and shell work, artificial flowers, tambor and Dresden, cross stitch, rent stitch, tapestry, &c. hagle and pearl work, painting on velvet, gauze, silk, vellum, &c. with many other accomplishments to numerous to mention.
Parents and guardians desirous to have an opportunity of an early and accomplished female education, shall meet the completion of their wishes by patronising the proprietors, the greatest attention will be paid to the morals and education of the young ladies entrusted to their care. Nov. 20. 28w
LAND FOR SALE.
I WISH to sell sixty or seventy acres of LAND; lying on the main turnpike road, about two miles from the Alexandria market house; on which place there is a square log cabin. This place in point of situation, is inferior to none on said road; it has also an excellent never failing Spring of water. For further particulars please apply to the subscriber living near the Cameron mills. William Furner. January 20. co
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