Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-11-07 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. III.]
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1803.
[No. 904.]
Public Vendue.
On TUESDAY ,
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. tiers and bds.
Collee in tiers and bags,
Chocolate } in boxes,
White and brown Soap } in boxes,
Mould and dip'd Candles } in boxes,
Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars,
Figs in kegs and jars,
Queens Ware in crates,
FURNITURE, &c.
ALSO,
A variety of DRY GOODS,
Among which are,
Cloths, Coatings,
Kerseymeres, Duffils,
Plains and Kerseys,
Negro Cottons, Serges,
Elasticks, blue Friezes,
Calimancoes and Russels,
Yarn Stockings,
Chintzes and Calicoes,
Irish Linens, Silesia do.
Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs,
Mollins and Mullin Hand'ls,
India Mullins and Table Cloths
Bandanna Handkerchiefs,
Coloured Threads, Hats,
And sundry other Articles.
P. G. MARSTELLER.
Nov. 7.
Sales by Auction.
On WEDNESDAY ,
10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store , 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,
Queens Ware, and
ALSO,
A variety of DRY GOODS,
Among which are,
Broad Cloths,
Calimeroes,
Kerseymeres,
Coatings,
Half-thicks,
Fernought,
Blankets,
Planes,
Negro Cottons,
Worsted and other Stockings,
Irish Linens,
Calicoes,
Threads,
Chintzes,
Bedticks,
Osnaburgs,
Sewing Silks,
Mullin and Mullin Handkerchiefs,
India Cottons, &c.
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
Nov. 7.
RICKETTS, NEWTON & CO.
HAVE RETURNED TO TOWN,
And are now opening, and will be ready for sale
in a few days,
Their Fall supply of Goods:
Consisting of superfine cloths, second do. coat-
ings, fernoughts, duffil blankets, point and rope
do. striped kerseys, plaids, half-thicks, caddis,
kerseymeres, swansdowns, velvets, corduroys and
ticklets, Scotch carpeting, Brussels do. stuffs and
corded dimities, canvas and twine, German linens,
leine and sewing twine, threads and sewing silks.
And have on Hand,
70 hds. Sugar,
4 do. Jamaica Rum,
12000 lbs. Green Coffee,
2000 bushels Salt.
Oct. 26. d
To Merchants.
I WILL RENT for one year, or during my
life, a HOUSE and LOT in the town of Steven-
burg; there is a store room in the house well fit-
ted for the reception of goods, a counting room
adjoining the store, a large dining room and cham-
ber, with two fire places below stairs, four lodg-
ing rooms, with two fire places and a passage
above stairs, a large garret, and two large, dry
cellars; a granary, kitchen, smoke house, stab-
le, and a handsome falling garden. I have likewise,
two lots well enclosed in the said town, and some
vacant lots which I will rent with or separate from
the above described lot. The stand for business
is inferior to none in this place; the situation is
high and remarkably healthy, and commands a
fine prospect of the adjacent country and an ex-
tensive view of the Mountains.
ELIZABETH TALLIAFERRO.
Stevenburg, Culpepper County, October 24. d3w
Merchant's Attend!!
THE subscriber will sell, on low terms and easy payment, a LOT of GROUND in the town of Port Tobacco, on which there are a small dwelling house and kitchen, a large two story store house and convenient granary and stable in one of the best stands for the retail wet and dry good business. It not sold by the 12th November next, it will be exposed to public sale on that day. Mr. John E. Ford will contract for and shew the premises, on application, at any time previous to the day of sale. An indisputable title will be made by
John M'Clenaghan.
The above property was advertised for sale on the 12th of the present month, but has been necessarily postponed.
October 22. dis.
TOWNSEND & PLUMB
Respectfully inform the public that they have just received and opened for sale, on Fairfax Street, near the corner of Prince Street, a handsome assortment of Ladies and Gentlemen's
SHOES:
Ladies' kid, Morocco and leather, with and without heels.
Spangled kid, with and without heels.
Misses' Morocco and leather.
Mens' fine and coarse Shoes.
Boys' do. do.
Childrens' Morocco and leather, with a number of other kinds of shoes wholesale and retail.
Great attention will be paid to those who will please to favour them with their custom.
Oct. 29. d3m
CUTHBERT POWELL
Has received per the Ann and the United States, from Liverpool, and the Atalanta, from London, a general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
which he is now opening and offers for sale on the usual terms. He has also received a case of
Highly finished GUNS,
amongst which are a few ducking pieces. Also, English Gunpowder in gr. casks, and shot in bags.
Oct. 25. d2w raw 2w
WILLIAM LADD
Has imported in the latest ships from England and Ireland, an assortment of
Irish Linens and Woollen Goods,
suitable to the season.
Oct. 17. d
WILLIAM OXLEY
Has received by the Ann from Liverpool and Atalanta via Baltimore, from London, a general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
which he offers for sale on reasonable terms.
Sept. 30. d
JUST ARRIVED,
From St. Petersburg, (Russia.)
The Ship Hunter, Capt. M'Knight:
Has on board, and will be landed and exposed for sale in a few days,
The following Cargo:
Bar Iron, (old Sable) assorted,
First quality clean Hemp,
Do. Sail Duck,
Do. Ravens do.
White and Brown Sheeting,
Broad and narrow Diapers,
Drillings, &c. &c.
Apply to
R. T. Hooe and Co.
J. and T. Vowell,
Lawrafsan and Smoot.
N. B.—The Ship Hunter
is intended as a constant trader to Russia, and may be looked for early next fall, with a more general assortment of Russia Goods.
Lawrafsan and Smoot.
Oct. 6. d
JAMES RUSSEL
Has imported in the ship Ann, captain Bradford, from Liverpool, a general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
Amongst which are striped and rose blankets, kerseys, half-thicks and plains, doubled milled Devonshire kerseys, coarse and fine broad cloths,
fluthings, plain and striped coatings, baizes and flannels, wildbores and bombazetts, which he is
now opening, and offers for sale, by the piece or retail, at his store in Fairfax Street. He is in
daily expectation of
German, E. India, Russia, and other GOODS, to complete his assortment. Oct. 11. IT M.P.
Printing in all its variety executed at this office.
For Falmouth and a Market.
The new Ship ANN, Capt. Bradford, A few bds. of Tobacco will be taken on FREIGHT, to the address of T. Middleton & Co. London, if immediate application is made to the subscribers, who will make the usual advances on it.
Robert T. Hooe & Co.
Who have received, by late arrivals from Liverpool and London, a general assortment of
FALL GOODS,
which will be opened and for sale in a few days.
Sept. 30. d
For Freight or Charter,
(To any port in the West Indies or the U. States)
THE SCH'R DISPATCH,
JOSHUA PREBLE, Master, burthen 750 barrels. She is a fine staunch vessel, completely found and ready to receive a cargo immediately.
Apply to the master on board at Giffin's Wharf, or to
JOSEPH RIDDLE, & Co.
Sept. 7. d
For New-York,
The fast Sailing Schooner Friendship, JOHN QUANDRILL, Master.
For Freight or Passage, apply to the master on board, lying at M c Lean's wharf, or to
Philip Care, Union Street.
Who has for sale,
100 casks single and P.P. Powder,
50 kegs first quality Ground Ginger,
100 bds. do. do. do.
40 bds. do. do. do.
3000 bushels coarse and fine Salt, and
Best superfine Flour for family use.
Oct. 18. d
For Freight or Charter,
The Ship CATO,
ELEAZER FREEMAN, Master; burthen 450 bds. Tobacco, a strong, staunch vessel. Apply to
Lawrafsan and Smoot,
Robert Young,
William Yeaton.
Oct. 6. d
Sale, Freight or Charter,
The Ship HERO,
burthen 200 tons or thereabouts, laid up will carry 300 bds. or 2000 bds.
Has on board for sale,
20 pipes HOLLAND GIN.
For terms apply to the Master on board.
Thomas Cole.
Oct. 17. d
For Freight or Charter,
The Schooner RESOLUTION,
Job Simmons, Master; a complete, staunch vessel, burthen 950 barrels, ready to receive a cargo. Apply to
John G. Ladd,
at his dwelling house on Prince, between Fairfax and Royal Streets.
Sept. 22. d
For Boston,
The Sch'r ELIZABETH,
Mirick Nickerson, Master: For Freight or Passage apply to the subscriber, at his dwelling house on Prince, between Fairfax and Royal Streets.
J. G. LADD.
Oct. 17. d
For Freight or Charter,
TO EUROPE or the W. INDIES,
The Ship Maria,
SAMUEL JOHNSON, Master, Burthen 1600 bds. Now in complete order for a voyage. For terms apply to said master on board, lying in the stream
J. G. LADD,
at his dwelling house on Prince between Fairfax and Royal Streets.
For sale on board said ship,
250 casks R. I. Lime,
100 bushels Potatoes,
Few bales India Cottons.
FOR SALE,
A good, strong, able, well conditioned carriage
HORSE. Enquire of the Printer. Nov. 1. e03t
For Sale, Freight or Charter,
The Schooner GEN. PINCKNEY,
a fine new vessel, built on this river, of about 320 barrels, well found, and in complete order to proceed immediately to sea. Apply to
Robt. T. Hooe and Co.
Nov. 4. d
FOR SALE,
The Schooner COLUMBIA, NOW lying at M c Clean's Wharf, carries about 750 barrels. She is a good staunch vessel, and well found. If she is not sold in a few days, she will take freight for Boston.—Apply to Joseph Dean, or the Captain on board.
Nov. 5. d3t
FOR FREIGHT, (Coastways)
The Schooner SEA FLOWER,
ELVY DOUGHTY, Master; burthen 500 barrels, now lying at the upper side of Prince Street wharf.—
Apply to the master on board, or to
Daniel M c

JAMES BACON, At his Store on King-Street, within one door of Washington-Street, has just received, a quantity of well assorted PATENT SHOT, which, with a general assortment of Teas, Sugars, Coffee, Wines, Brandy, Spirits, and generally every other article in the grocery line, he offers for sale on the most moderate terms. Oct. 15. d
NEAR FERRY To the City of Washington is now furnished with a double set of hands and boats, for the accommodation of the public during the RACES. The greatest exertion will be used for the despatch of those who may favour the subscribers with their custom. Philip Alexander, Eliza. Washington. Nov. 4. d8t
NOTICE. The subscriber begs leave to inform her friends and the public at large, that she has opened PORTER CELLAR in the Stone Warehouse, Union Street, nearly opposite to her former Cellar, lately consumed by fire. She flatters herself that her old customers and others will again favour her with their custom. She will keep a constant supply of the first quality of Porter, which will be sold on reasonable terms, and every favour gratefully acknowledged by the public's devoted servant, MARGARET MYERS. Wanted a quantity of empty Bottles. Nov. 4. e03 1/2
PATENT SHOT Assorted, from BB a No. 5—best English Gunpowder F and FF. 20,000 lbs. Green Coffee, 20 hhds. 1st quality Muscovado Sugar, 20 pipes fine old Port Wine, 30 hhds. and qr. casks Catalonia, 30 qr. casks choice Sherry, 20 do. Lisbon of a superior quality, 10 pipes London particular Madeira, 20 qr. casks rich Malaga, And a general assortment of spirituous Liquors, Teas and Groceries offered for sale by R. B. Jameson. Oct. 26. e01 m.
PORT WINE in half pipes, Country Gin in pipes, 4th proof old Peach Brandy, Juniper Berries, Coarse Salt, Alabaster Chimney Ornaments, Printer's Ink—for sale by Daniel Murgatroyd, Oct. 31. e02 w King Street.
HENRY K. MAY and Co. HAVE FOR SALE, Few quarter casks Malaga Wine, Holland Gin, Wrapping paper, FF glazed Gunpowder, Nankens, and a small Invoice of Canton Fancy Goods. Nov. 1. 23w 3w
JAMES S. SCOTT TAILOR, Has received his FALL assortment of FANCY GOODS, Which he will dispose of on the most reasonable terms, by the yard, or make up, on the shortest notice to suit the taste of any: Amongst which are the following; SUPERFINE black, blue, drab, claret, cinnamon, bottle green, different shades; light, dark, and Oxford mixtures; also, one piece superfine milled French blue, suitable for cloaks; cassimeres, velvets, velveteens and cords all colors; fancy swandowns, Russian ditto, silk molekin & velvet;—with a number of different coloured coatings and napt frizes, some of which are milled;—flannels, twilled and plain, fashionable and plain buttons, &c. &c. Four good Journeymen wanted immediately. October 27. d
NOTICE. I WILL dispose of the whole of my Stock of DRY GOODS At present upon hand, at cost and charges, upon a liberal credit, where punctuality in payment may be relied upon. JAMES WILSON. N. B. Those who are indebted to the Subscriber, are informed, if more convenient, to make payment in Fredericksburg, than in Alexandria, will please to do so, to Messrs. Robert Cooper and Co. Merchants there; and those whose accounts have been long standing, immediate payment will be expected. JAMES WILSON. Oct. 28. d1 m
Notice is hereby given, THAT we intend to petition the next General Assembly of Virginia, for a law to establish a town at the Occoquan Mills, in the county of Prince William, under certain regulations. Ellicot, Campbell & Wheeler. Occoquan Mills, Oct. 5, 1802. d
CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. MONDAY, October 24.
IMPORTANT DEBATE On Mr. R. Griswold's resolution for calling on the president for the evidences of title to the province of Louisiana.
(CONCLUDED.) Mr. J. Randolph. When the gentleman first introduced this resolution I thought it rather disorderly, but as it was noticed from the chair, I did not interfere. As on this, as well as on other occasions I have seen rules adopted, of getting rid of such a motion as that which is now before the House. I cannot reconcile the gentleman's theory with his practice. He says the treaty may be properly ratified, but not properly made. (Mr. Griswold here rose to explain.) I said, continued Mr. G. 'If the Treaty was constitutionally made and ratified, we are bound to carry it into execution.' (Mr. Randolph went on)—I cannot still understand the gentleman. I grant we are bound to carry this treaty into effect, and it is the duty of this committee to enquire what provisions are necessary to be made, and whether we are to take possession by civilians, or by soldiers. The gentleman says there are dubious points, and where were there not dubious points in a business of the magnitude of Louisiana? The gentleman has discovered a new position. If there are these dubious points, does it not lie in this committee to investigate them? If a difficulty arises it may become a subject of future investigation.—The gentleman, while he acknowledges a moral duty, may refuse his sanction—he might have refused his sanction to the treaty of '93—and he may refuse it now. With regard to the stipulations on the part of France, his Catholic Majesty agrees to cede six months after the ratification of the treaty on the part of the United States. By the arguments of the gentleman, we must send a Venire to Italy, to enquire whether France has performed her part of the treaty, and an issue must be made up thereon. I am glad to find no more of that hostile spirit which once prevailed in this house. By no treaty are the boundaries of Louisiana defined, and though it has often been attempted it has never been done. It will belong to Spain, hereafter to settle the boundaries with the United States, as in a similar case with Great-Britain. When we have decided whether we shall take possession of this territory or not, it will be the time for the gentleman to make these enquiries. Another ingenious gentleman, Mr. Goddard, says, that though the ipso dixit of the First Consul is now a law to Spain, yet, he asks, how long may it continue so? This was the very reason why G. Britain so long withheld from treating with the Republic of France. 'There is no confidence to be placed in them, they may make war again, said the British ministers. So Spain may take possession again when she is strong. This is the gentleman's argument. We may now take possession—then Spain, in her turn, takes possession from us. I do not understand such arguments. The President has sent us his message, and this is all that is at present necessary. If gentlemen can shew a dissent on the part of Spain, then it will be time enough to enter with an armed force. I hope the committee will immediately proceed to carry the treaty into effect, and I shall vote to that effect. Dr. Mitchell here offered to withdraw his motion. Mr. Goddard. As I had no right to demand I had no reason to expect a compliment from the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Randolph.) But although the gentleman is not willing to allow, to the remarks which I had the honor to submit to the house, when I was first upon this question, the credit of ingenuity, yet as he has seen fit to bestow no small attention to them, I trust the house will indulge me a few moments, while I reply.—The gentleman has been pleased to enquire after the hostile spirit, which actuated me and my political friends on a former occasion—when this subject was under consideration. To what does this gentleman allude? Was there ever, sir, a proposition before this house to acquire Louisiana by force? Is it in the recollection of any gentleman that this country was deemed so important to the U. States, that any members of this house proposed to go to war to acquire it? Was there ever indeed a proposition to acquire it in any manner? I answer there was not—Look at the report of the secret committee made last session and now published—Does it intimate that it would be desirable to annex the immense country of Louisiana to the United States? No, the project to do this is to me novel. But sir, I do recollect at the last Session of Congress, that I saw
the rights of the United States on the banks of the Mississippi, invaded; her honour insulted; a most solemn treaty infringed. The deliberate wrongs and insult which were offered to the U. States, I then was and trust I shall always be, ready to redress, whether they arise upon the banks of the Mississippi, or in any other quarter of the union: judging from the little information which was then afforded us, I should have been willing to this end to have taken possession of the Island of Orleans, until our rights were restored, although no proposition of that kind was before us. But, for this is a wish to involve the country in a war to be ascribed to me? And that for the purpose of acquiring territory not our own? No sir I repeat it, no disposition to my knowledge, was ever entertained of acquiring the territory now ceded to the United States by force, as the gentleman seems to insinuate. The war-hoop has been raised and a disposition to plunge the United States into war, and acquire this country, per fas aut nefas , ascribed to us; but I did not expect to have seen countenance given to it here: I then felt and now feel the imputation to be unjust, at the same time I am ready to acknowledge the existence of a disposition to redress the wrongs of my country. But I admit the navigation of the river Mississippi to be vastly important, that great sacrifices ought to be made to secure it to the United States. And suppose I admit for argument sake, that we were disposed to go to war to secure it; what follows? A different course has been pursued. A treaty is now presented us, by which it is said Louisiana is ceded to the United States. Are we precluded from enquiring whether any title has been acquired to the ceded country? Are we not to be permitted to enquire, whether the seeds of future war are not sown by this cession? Are we not, to pay fifteen millions of dollars for the purchase and still go to war with Spain for the possession of the country? May we not desire, gentlemen, to give us, war peace? If the country must be had, let us either acquire it by force, or if we purchase it, let us have the peaceable possession. We request documents, if any there are, which will prove to us that France, of whom we have purchased, had any title. The treaty does not show this, but the reverse. A gentleman from Virginia, (Mr. Randolph) has said, that France has declared to us in the treaty that she has an incontestable title to the domain and possession of the ceded country. That it is the business of France to see to it, that we have the quiet and peaceable possession, and that this ought to satisfy us. Had the treaty left the matter in a simple declaration on the part of France, that her title to the ceded territory was incontestable, it would have been a very different thing; but she is careful to explain this declaration, and state to us clearly, what that title is, and sir, let any person read the third article of the treaty of Oct. 1, 1800, between France and Spain, and they will see, that no title is thereby acquired by France. It is true, that his catholic majesty promises to cede the country to France. But when? Six months after the full and entire execution of certain conditions and stipulations relative to the duke of Parma. And France cedes her right acquired in virtue of that article, to the United States, which is in other words, her right to the king of Spain's conditional promise.—To know whether this promise is binding in Spain, we ask to be informed, what is this treaty? And what are these conditions and stipulations? Has France ever performed them? Is Spain satisfied on this subject, and has Spain made the promised cession? If not, has she waived their performance? In either case France may have acquired a good title—But if they have not been fulfilled, or waived she had none. If none, none could be conveyed to us, and the consequence is that we buy a conditional promise made by Spain to France, to cede the territory in question and the conditions not fulfilled.—But it has been answered that we do not pay our money until we get possession. I admit it, but suppose as I have before said, that Spain yielding to imperious circumstances, does not at present resist our taking possession, is it of no importance to us to see to it, that right and title are on our side? When the politics of Europe shall assume a different aspect, Spain may reassert her right, and say to us, this was mere usurpation on the part of France. We never did cede this country to her; a promise to be sure was made to cede on certain conditions; those conditions were never fulfilled; you bought with your eyes open; your title is unsound, and you knew it at the time of the purchase; restore to us a country, of which we have been unjustly deprived; ought we not to see to it, that Spain have no such claim upon us, before we purchase? And should we not, in case of a future contest with Spain on this subject, proceed with much more confidence, if we know that the title, as well as the possession is in us? But suppose Spain should wrest it from us, and application should be made to France for indemnity. Would not she also say, you bought with full notice of what our title was. Look at your treaty—it says we had only a conditional promise from Spain to cede to us; such title as we had, in virtue of that promise, we gave to you and you paid us for nothing more, settle that matter with Spain; such would be the language of France. Suppose, or, we had purchased the Island of Malta of Great Britain; she told us that her title was derived from the treaty of Amiens, and she called it an incontestable title, and offered to deliver to us the possession; should we be satisfied with this, or should we not call for that treaty, and see what were its conditions and stipulations? I trust we should;
and what difference is there between the two cases? In this case therefore, I contend it is highly proper that we should see the documents if any there are, which prove that France has any title to the ceded territory; gentlemen have taken various methods to get rid of this claim; one gentleman refers us to newspaper information; the learned gentleman from New-York has referred us to what is well known throughout all Europe; suppose with all due humility we acknowledge our ignorance of what is so well known in Europe; what follows? Why that we have more need of the information we now seek to enable us to form correct opinions on the subject before us; this gentleman and his friend from Virginia, have also undertaken to tell us about this treaty which we wish to see, and should have regretted that the word 'boundaries' had been made use of but it not given the two learned gentlemen an opportunity to display their information on this subject; although I must confess it is but a small base on which to rest so large a superstructure, as they have erected; but although this information may be very useful, yet as the representatives of a free people, we ought to be satisfied with nothing short of information that is official. Indeed gentlemen who are more favoured than we, have had access to these documents, if a majority of this house have information enough to guide them ought they not be willing to give to a minority, such information as may enable them also to form correct opinions? But sir, it is said, that this claim for information, militates against the principles avowed on a former occasion, by those for whose political opinions, I have the highest respect; I should be very unwilling to impugn the doctrine then advanced; but even if it should let me say to gentlemen who now resist the claim, that if the doctrine that this house had a right to documents to judge of a treaty, before they vote to carry it into effect was then correct, it is now correct, and that case forms a precedent. But our claim now is not at variance with the doctrine then held. The President has sent us this treaty by Message, in which we are called upon to take the necessary measures for taking possession of, and preserving order and tranquility, in the ceded country.
Before we do this, we wish to know whether it is in truth ours—Spain is in possession—it did belong to her—we ask whether she consents to our exercising jurisdiction over it; if she does one course may be proper, if not and we mean to have the possession and to exercise jurisdiction, a very different course will become necessary; I will suppose, sir, that this Treaty had stipulated that Spain should continue in possession of Louisiana for ten years and in the mean time, every other stipulation of the treaty had been fulfilled, at the end of that time, the President calls on us to make laws to take possession of, and govern the country. We then enquire, does Spain consent, or does she refuse to give up the possession? Is not such enquiry proper and necessary, and may it not be made without trenching on the Treaty making power, which belongs to the President and Senate? I concede it may. But the gentleman from Maryland, Mr. Nicholson, has said that it is only a question about a little time which may be spent in enacting the necessary laws, and if we never get possession, it can do no hurt; but I conceive we should make a ridiculous figure in enacting laws for a foreign country and in governing people who have no connection with us. As to the specific motion of the gentleman from New York, (Mr. Mitchell) to postpone the further consideration of this question until May next, it is singular indeed. We call for information which we deem necessary to enable us to act with understanding on this subject; the gentleman is good enough to say to us, act first and then you shall have the information; a singular favor this; I trust this motion will not prevail, but that the original resolution offered by my colleague will be agreed to.
NEW YORK, November 2. This morning arrived the ship Betsey, M'Dougal, in 50 days from Tenerife, and the Schooner Mohawk, Clap, in 31 days from Trinidad. Captain Clap informs that he left there, the Sch'r Chance, Monteith, of Philadelphia, which vessel was seized the 5th September, and was still under adjudication. The cause of seizure was this—it seems the captain had neglected to enter two boxes, which were afterwards discovered by the custom house officers, and the necessary complaints lodged.
Benjamin Brower the clerk who lately robbed the Manhattan Bank of 10,000 dollars and absconded, has been apprehended at Boston, and 7500 dollars of the money recovered. His apprehension was owing to the attention of James Lloyd Jun. Esq. of that place. The crime which this unhappy man committed has not we believe been understood out of doors. To conceal the embezzlement, he falsified the Cash Book, so as to make the addition thereof correspond with the list of the money he paid over as the whole sum he had received; which we are informed will amount to a forgery.
NORFOLK, November 2. Arrived the brig Maryland, capt. Petrie, 42 days from Havre de Grace, burr stones and plaster of Paris. Sailed in company with the brig Peggy, capt. Reily, from Norfolk. Left there the brig John Hans, to sail in 6 days for Charleston; brig Dolphin, Snow for Alexandria; brig Mary Ann, Wallace, for Philadelphia; brig Charles, Preble, for Boston; ship Mary, for do.; schooner Caroline, for Newburyport. Was boarded by several English frigates off Havre.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7.
Communication.—I am very well aware, Mr. Snowden, that according to the democratic exposition of the law concerning libels, truth is a lie—nevertheless it was well enough in you to suggest the propriety of representing to the "rulers of the nation," that the Militia Law for the District of Columbia, is not, nor never was, approved of by its citizens—while it may, at the same time, puzzle a Colonel (when he can resume courage enough to repair to his post) to determine whether he ought to be hooted at, as a misrepresentator of fact, or you prosecuted for telling a truth.
X. Y. Z.
Aurora Ill-natured Wit.
"There appears no ground for believing that any necessity will arise for hostile measures either by the U. States or Spain; if there should, we hope Governor Morris will be made our commander in chief.—His example will be of the utmost advantage, as it is certain he will never take to his heels."
[AURORA.]
A person reading the above paragraph in the Aurora, observed that the writer must be an ill-natured r—l, thus to play on the misfortunes of his fellow citizens; but, says he, in a moment, "If ever Mr. Morris wants heels, to turn from an enemy, he will apply for those of the Hero of Carter's Mountain."
[PHIL. TRUE AMER.]
An express, we understand has been despatched by government with orders to the officers of the United States on the Mississippi to take possession of Louisiana, &c. we also learn that Mr. Pichon, the French charge de affaires, has conveyed the necessary authorities of his government, with the official order of the Spanish king under his own sign manual, for the surrender of Louisiana according to treaties. The occupation of New Orleans and the investiture of our officers, will it is presumed be the first steps: Proclamations will then be issued, and the present public functionaries, who choose to remain, will take the oaths in the name of the people of the United States.
(Aurora.)
Extract of a letter, dated Gibraltar, Sept. 1. "No material incident happened on our voyage nor here until to day, worth recital. Capt. Bainbridge touched here on his way to join the Squadron, 3 days ago, and this morning to the surprise of the inhabitants came in with a Moorish ship and an American brig her prize, which she had captured off Malaga. Capt. B. fortunately fell in with her off Cape de Gat. This at once discovers to the Americans that the Emperor of Morocco is about putting his previous hostile and malevolent threats now into execution against the United States.—Commodore Morris is expected here hourly with the squadron and some Tripolitan prizes. There was in the bay 3 days ago two Moorish cruisers, who affected to be looking out for Genoese, by asserting they were at war with that power."
"It is the prevailing opinion of the people here, that the United States might as well be at war with the whole powers of the Barbary States as with a petty regency. If they would send out a formidable fleet to batter their towns and destroy their cruisers which will be the only thing which will render your flag respectable, and gain a permanent peace and respect from the Savages. The Emperor of Morocco is now at Tangiers, about fifteen miles from here."
Extract of a letter from Halifax, dated, October 17, to a gentleman in Boston.
"The Prince Adolphus Packet; arrived yesterday with the mails from Falmouth, in 25 days, passage, and brought London Papers to the 17th ult. Their contents are not very interesting."
"Spain endeavors to avoid a war with Great Britain; and a wish to preserve Portugal from the consequences of a French visit prevents the British Ministers from taking that step with regard to Spain, which the people of Great Britain seem to demand, particularly the naval class."
"It is said the Northern Powers, of Europe, must come forward and support the neutrality of the Sound and the Baltic, but they appear very tardy. Notwithstanding the French are said to have garrisoned Lubec, it appears, from the Marine List, that a greater number of vessels continue to enter from and clear out for that place and the ports of the Baltic, as if no obstruction existed or was expected."
"An expedition has really sailed from Portsmouth, consisting of about 5000 men, commanded by General Moore among which is the 4th regiment formerly in this garrison. The naval arrangements are committed to Su S. Smith."
"From the immense preparations Bonaparte is making for the invasion of England, it is now thought they will not be completed, so that the enterprise can be undertaken this year. A state of suspension is injurious to Great Britain—the result of an attempt to invade would undoubtedly be glorious to her."
"It seems beyond a doubt, that General Lasnes had thrown the Cabinet of Lisbon into considerable confusion, in consequence of some new demands made on the part of the First Consul; that these demands had not, so late as the 20th ult. been complied with; and that the French Ambassador was preparing for his departure, which was understood to be fixed for the 22d. It is not mentioned whether the demands of Lasnes related to the contribution in specie, or to the admission of French privateers with their captures into the ports of Portugal. Two French privateers had in the beginning of last month, anchored in the Tagus with three small English prizes but were immediately ordered to Sea by the Government."
"A rumour was in circulation at Lisbon, that the troops in Madrid, without any orders from the government, had seized on the person of the Prince of Peace, and that this extraordinary step was generally considered as the forerunner of serious disturbance in Spain."
The Pylade arrived at Portsmouth, (Eng.) the 2d September from the coast of Africa, has brought intelligence of the loss of the ship St. Juan, under Spanish colours but supposed of English property. She was cut off by the slaves, who murdered all her people except one sailor and a boy, and run the ship on shore, near the Rigo Pongs, where she was wrecked.
To Mariners.—A beacon has lately been erected on the Ball Rock, near Liverpool; it is very strong of its kind, and conspicuous enough to be seen at the distance of 10 miles in clear weather; experience must yet shew whether it will stand the winter storms—it having been believed that no erection could be made to stand on the above named dangerous ledge, till the present inventor undertook it; he has also invented a new kind of Light-house.
From a London Paper.
Extract of a letter from Paris, August 20.
"There prevails in this government a secret agitation, of which it is difficult to unfold the cause, and expressions of discontent escape from the lips of men who have hitherto been the most strenuous flatterers of Bonaparte, and who used to applaud his extravagances as so many traits of genius, and his silly answers as ingenious repartees. The journey to Brussels has disgusted many. Bonaparte treated his ministers most cavalierly in the presence of the Belgians; who were astonished that a man who dealt in such a manner with his agents should be so faithfully served. Le Brun wrote a confidential letter to Cambacérès, of which the latter divulged a part, and which Bonaparte wished to see. Cambacérès refused to commit his colleague.—The Corsican was furious. "I see (said he) that many things are concealed from me, and that there has been much caballing with the senate in my absence; but were my life to be a sacrifice, I shall know how to govern with firmness." Portalis has been the negotiator on this occasion, and it is thought he will succeed. Chaptal, the minister of the Interior, has sent in his resignation from Aix-la-Chapelle. The answer transmitted through Duroc was—"that the existing government dismissed its ministers, but could not accept of their resignations; that his services were necessary, and that therefore it would be imprudent in him, to refuse them." The result of this correspondence is not known.
AN ACT
To enable the President of the United States to take possession of the territories ceded by France to the United States by the treaty concluded at Paris, on the thirtieth of August last, and for the temporary government thereof.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress Assembled, That the President of the United States be, and is hereby authorised to take possession and occupy the territory ceded by France to the United States, by the Treaty concluded at Paris on the thirtieth day of April last, between the two nations; and that he may for that purpose, and in order to maintain in the said territories the authority of the United States, employ any part of the army and navy of the U. S. and of the force authorised by an act passed the third day of March last, entitled "an act directing a detachment from the militia of the United States, and for erecting certain arsenals," which he may deem necessary, and so much of the sum appropriated by the said act as may be necessary is hereby appropriated for the purpose of carrying this act into effect; to be applied under the direction of the President of the United States.
Sec. 2 And be it further enacted, That until the expiration of the present session of Congress unless provision for the temporary government of the said territories be sooner made by Congress, all the military, civil, and judicial powers, exercised by the officers of the existing government of the same, shall be vested in such person and persons, and shall be exercised in such manner as the president of the United States shall direct,
or maintaining and protecting their inhabitants of Louisiana in the free enjoyment of their liberty property and religion.
NATHL. MACON,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
JOHN BROWN,
President of the Senate pro tempore.
October 31, 1803,
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
From a late Liverpool Paper.
THE DEFENCE OF SCOTLAND.
A NEW BALLAD.
Auld Robin he came irae the town, An' a frighten'd man was he, "Fling by your wheels, ye wives," he cried, "And lass ye maun flee!"
"For a' the French are coming ow'rs, As fast as they can bang, To spoil our lands and seize our gear, An' young and old to hang."
"They've sworn to do it, and Bonaparte Says Scotland he shall hae, And those that winna yield to him, He'll burn, or else he'll slay."
"Ogh! an' alas! the days are gane When Bruce and Wallace fought, An' the fair freedom of this land Wi' manly vigour sought."
"In their rude times nae tyrant dar'd To shew his hated face; But is there only spirit now To save us frae disgrace."
The words nae sooner out were spoke, Than twenty tongues cried shame! An' first young Tain stood forth in haste, The heartless earl to blame."
"Wha says that Scotland's spirit gane? Wha says her sons are snools? Wha says they'll tamely bow the neck To Bonaparte's tools?"
"Let Frenchmen loo to that disgrace, But we sic meanness scorn: We'll shew the world that men o' might Are still in Scotland born."
"The hearts that beat within our breasts Know neither guilt nor fear, An' are these arms, think ye ou'r weak, To wield the massy spear?"
"We'll shaw the world that not wi' Bruce Did Scotland's valour end, An' that we've strength an' courage yet Our country to defend."
"Then haste, my comrades bold, prepare The haughty foe to meet; An' let the slaves of France behold Their tyrant at our feet!"
Just Received,
And for sale from on board, at Merchants' Wharf, a quantity of extraordinary fine BOSTON POTATOES.
Wm. I. HALL.
Merchants Wharf, Nov. 5. d
THOMAS SIMMS
Respectfully informs his friends and the public that he has returned to his old stand on Prince Street, where he has for sale, as usual, a general Assortment of Groceries.
He has just received some Rhode Island Greening APPLES, which he will dispose of by the barrel or bushel. Nov. 5. d
Just Received,
And for sale at the subscriber's store, Union Street, 50 barrels large Rhode Island Greening APPLES, Cramberries and 1000 lbs. excellent Cheese. A. WILLIS.
FOR SALE,
A likely, healthy, young Negro Man of unexceptionable character. Apply to the Printer. Nov. 5. d
JONAH THOMPSON & SON HAVE RECEIVED, By the late arrivals, their assortment of FALL GOODS,
which are now opening at their Warehouse the upper end of Fairfax Street. Oct. 26. d3m
JUST IMPORTED
From London, and for sale at the subscriber's warehouse, on King Street, 800 pieces well chosen printed Calicoes and Chintzes, which they are enabled to offer unusually low for cash, or on short credit.
Also—Cambric Muslins, fashionable ribbands and silk shawls. Richd. Veitch and Co. Oct. 31. d3w
Printing in all its variety executed at this office with neatness and correctness.
Public Sale,
At three o'clock this Afternoon, Will be sold from on board the brig Franklin, on Hewes and Miller's wharf, 34 Hogsheads Third Proof Grenada RUM, on a credit of 60 and 120 days for approved negotiable notes. P. G. MARSTELLER. Nov. 7.
HENNING'S NEW VIRGINIA JUSTICE,
For Sale at ROBERT and JOHN GRAY's Book Store, Nov. 7. d King Street.
DANCING.
M. GENERES respectfully returns his thanks to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Alexandria, who have already favoured him with their patronage: he has the honor to inform them and the public in general, that he will open his DANCING SCHOOL
at Mr. Overall's, King Street. Days of Tuition, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: from three o'clock, in the afternoon until five, for young ladies; from five till seven for boys, and from 7 to 9 for grown gentlemen. M. C. will teach it in the most fashionable style. The parents who will trust their children to his care, may rest assured that the greatest attention shall be paid to their deportment. The ladies who wish to take private lessons shall be punctually attended. Nov. 7. d3m
Ten Dollars Reward.
ABSCONDED on Sunday morning, the 30th ult. from the Printing Office of the Apollo, an apprentice boy, about 16 years old, but rather small of his age: his eyes are dark, and his skin of a pale and sallow appearance—his mouth wide and his nose small. I do hereby forewarn all printers and other persons from harboring, employing, or giving him any kind of support, or they will be subjected to the penalty which the law directs. He has taken with him a Gold French Watch, the case of which is set around with pearl, near the edge of the glass; two of the pearls have fallen out—makers' names (Argand and Solomon) marked on the face. This apprentice's name is JOHN ROSS, but being an artful boy, it is likely he will assume some other. Whoever apprehends and secures said boy, so that I get him again, shall receive the above reward, and all reasonable charges paid. James Walker. Fredericksburg, Virginia, November 2 } N7 d3t
Twelve Dollars Reward.
LOST on Wednesday the 2d inst. an Alexandria Bank Note of Ten Dollars, and a Check on the Washington Bank for $1 dollars 71 cents, payable to ——— Colgrove or order, drawn by Richard Fraser. It found together the above reward will be given on their being restored to the Printer of this paper, or to George Cox, King Street. If the check should have been found separately Two Dollars reward will be given for it—it is now of no use but to the owner. Nov. 7. d3m
M. EAKIN,
Confectioner, King-Street,
HAS returned to town, and respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has for sale every article generally in his line. Also, a variety of choice FRUIT. Oct. 26. d2w
NOTICE.
THE partnership of NICHOLSON & KILTON being dissolved by the decease of the latter, those who are indebted to them are requested to make payment to the subscriber, to whom all claimants will apply for settlement. Henry Nicholson. Nov. 4. d3t
To Parents and Guardians.
THE Alexandria Academy under the direction of the Rev. Mr. Maffett will be opened on Tuesday next. Nov. 4. d3t
Ten Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the plantation of Lawrence Lewis, esq. Fairfax county, on Friday the 19th inst. a Negro man named PETER:
He is about 22 years of age, 5 feet 8 or 10 inches high, rather slender male, very dark complexion; has a large scar on one of his legs, occasioned by the cut of a scythe last harvest, the wound not perfectly cured: his clothes not recollected, but believe nothing more than a common Negro cotton jacket and trowsers. He was seen in Alexandria last Saturday, and it is supposed he is now in that place. All masters of vessels and others are cautioned against harboring or a wing off said fellow at their peril. The above reward will be given for securing him in any jail so that I get him again, or upon delivering him to the subscriber, with all reasonable charges paid. Roger Farrell, Manager. August 24. eo
For Sale,
A healthy, stout, young Negro Woman—Equi-quire of the Printer. August 1.

I have just received, and offer for sale on reasonable terms, TEN BALES EAST INDIA GOODS, consisting of Gauripare Sannabs, Allibad Emerty, Scenpore Battahs, Mugga Mamoudy, Lucipore, do. Beerboon Gurrahs, Chittabully do. Barrapooty, Brown do. Bandanna Hhfs. Benjamin Shreve, jun. August 1. eo
ROBERT T. HOOE and Co. Has for Sale, A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF Coarse and fine Woollens, Irish and German Linens, Calicoes and Chintzes, Liverpool China, white and coloured, in assorted crates, Doy Stone Ware in crates, assorted, Sacking, coarse Hats in boxes, assorted, London Pewter, Scarlet Cardinals, Pipes in boxes, Paints in kegs, English Nails of all sizes. An assortment of Russia Linens and Diapers—Hemp and Iron. Nov. 4. d
District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, ff. JUNE TERM, 1803. George Deneale, administrator of Edward Deneale, dec'd, com- plainant, against, John Mease, brother and heir at law of Robert Mease, deceased, Nathaniel Durkee and Catha- rine his wife, Rebecca Allison, James M. M'Rea, William M'Rea, Margaret M'Rea, Jn. M'Rea, Robert M'Rea, Nan- cy Allison M'Rea, Henry L. M'Rea, and Allison M'Rea, heirs and devisees of Robert M'Rea, deceased, and Agnes M'Rea and Robert M'Rea, sur- viving executors of R. M'Rea, deceased, defendants, The defendants John Mease, Na- thaniel Durkee and Catharine his wife Rebecca Allison, Wm. M'Rea, Margaret M'Rea, Robert M'Rea, Nancy Allison M'Rea, Henry Lyles M'Rea, and Allison M'Rea, not having entered their appearance, and given security according to the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that they are not inhabi- tants of this district, on motion of said complain- ant, by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of No- vember next, and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith insert- ed in one of the public newspapers published in this county, for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the door of the court house of the said county. A copy—Test, G. DENEALE, (SS 1awzm) Clerk.
District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, ff. JUNE TERM, 1803. Richard Prime, plaintiff, against, Nathaniel Durkee and Catharine his wife, Rebecca Allison, Jas. M. M'Rea, William M'Rea, Margaret M'Rea, Jno. M'Rea, Rob. M'Rea, Nancy Allison M'Rea, Henry Lyles M'Rea, and Allison M'Rea, heirs and devisees of Robert M'Rea, de- ceased, and Agnes M'Rea, and Robert M'Rea, sur- viving executors of Rob. M'Rea, deceased, and Samuel Crandle, Samuel Nicholls, administra- tors of Michael Thorn, dec'd, defendants, The defendants Nathan. Durkee and Catharine his wife, Rebecca Allison, William M'Rea, Margaret M'Rea, Robert M'Rea, Nancy Allison M'Rea, Henry Lyles M'Rea, Allison M'Rea, and Agnes M'Rea, not having entered their appearance, and given security according to the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that they are not inhabi- tants of this district, on motion of the complain- ant by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of No- vember next, and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the public newspapers published in the county, for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of the said county. Test,—A copy, G. DENEALE, Sq 1awzm Clerk.
Ten Dollars Reward. RAN AWAY from the subscriber, on the 19th of July, a negro man named MOSES: he is a tall boney man, about 6 feet high, not very fleshy, has a remarkable scar across the middle of his nose, his hair long and strait for that of a Negro, though not tied. He has been several times seen skulking about Alexandria. Any person who will deliver me the said Ne- gro, or secure him and give me information thereof, shall receive the above reward. AUG: J. SMITH. Fairfax County, Aug. 3. eo
The Sale of the property advertised on the 18th of August last by us, in pursuance of the decree of the cir- cuit court of the district of Columbia, for the county of Alexandria, at the last June term of the said court, and in pursuance of the last will and testament of Lewis Hopkins, deceased, to take place on this day at the house of Francis Daniel, at the Little Falls of the Potomac, is unavoid- ably postponed until Saturday the 12th day of November next, at which place and on which day, if fair, if not the next fair day, will pos- sibly be sold by us, at public auction, to the highest bidder for ready money, The following Property, viz. One undivided third part of 207 acres of Land, in the said district, near the said Little Falls, upon which are Merchant Mills, with three pair of French burr mill stones, and every necessary and convenient machinery for manufacturing flour to the best advantage; also a brewery and distil- lery, miller's house, a brewer and distiller's house and sundry other improvements. This property will be thrown to any person who may incline to purchase it, by the said Francis Daniel, at any time before the sale. A tract of Land in Fairfax county, about three miles from the said Little Falls, containing 207 acres, upon which is a dwelling house, in which Mrs. Susan Wren lives, and sundry other improve- ments; about two thirds of this land are cleared, and the remainder in wood; it is good farming land. Mr. William Waters, who lives near it, will show this land to any person or persons who may incline to purchase it, at any time previous to the sale. Mrs. Susan Wren, who was the widow of the said Lewis Hopkins, has a right of dower in the aforesaid property. The sale will commence at twelve o'clock. Philip R. Fendall, } Ex'ors. Robert Young, } William Waters, } Sept. 29. d
The Subscriber having made every exertion within his power for two years past to procure the means of discharging the debts due from the estate devised to him by his father, without being able to effect it, and now finding the estate under considerable embar- rassment, has come to a determination to offer the whole personal property for sale, viz. About 20 likely Negroes of both sexes and various ages, amongst which are a good carpenter and blacksmith, about 100 head of horned cattle, consisting of milch cows, steers and work oxen, a number of horses, mares and colts, some of them remarkably fine, three likely mules, and a variety of plantation utensils, &c. The sale will commence at Salisbury on Thurs- day the 8th day of December next, if fair, if not, the next fair day. Twelve months credit will be allowed for all sums above 20 dollars, the purchaser giving bond with approved security; creditors of the said es- tate will be allowed to purchase to the amount of their claims, previously settled and acknow- ledged by me to be just and interest abated them. Charles I. Love, Executor of Samuel Love, deceased. Salisbury, Oct. 31. d
CIRCULATING LIBRARY, Prince Street, Alexandria. The Proprietor respectfully informs his patrons and the public, that he has opened the Library; books lent out to read on the usual terms. A variety of new publications will be added to the collection in a few days, making in the whole upwards of 1000 volumes, among which are the following: American Magazines and Reviews, Donon's Travels, Peyrouse's Voyages, Lempriere's Tour, Imlay's History of Kentucky, French Re- volution, Washington's Letters, Lee's Canterbu- ry Tales, Savage of Aveyron, Collection of Plays and Farces, 10 vols. Spectator, Tatler, Guardian, &c. &c. Novels and Romances. Helen of Glenrofs, Orphan of the Rhine, Isabel, Orphan of Valdarno, Rosamunda Gray, Lady of the Cave, Edmund of the Forest, Valley St. Gothard, Haunted Palace, Haunted Priory, Tales of Superstition, Munster Abbey, Castle Zittau, Adelaide, Llewellyn, School for Widows, Disobedience, Monimia, Female Found- ling, Misanthropy, Family Biography, Edwin, Maria, or Wrongs of Women, Campaign Locket, Trinket, Netterville, Chance Pedestrian, Short Story, Juvenile Indiscretions, Voluntary Exile, Collection of Romances and Tales, 6 vols. Obi or Three Fingered Jack, Arabian Tales, &c. &c. Conrad Allier Shutz. Oct. 31. 2aw
District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, ff. JUNE TERM, 1803. Robert Dicky and John Tom, } complainants, } against, } Jacob Harman and Saml. Davis, } bankrupts, late merchants and } partners, under the firm of Har- } man and Davis, Wm. Har- } borne, jun. Rob. B. Jamieson, } and _____, executor } of Wm. Mitchell, Ekhanah } Doolittle, Amos Allison, sur- } viving partner of Alexander & } Allison, _____ Scott and Co. } and Joseph Sackett, } defendants, The defendants Jacob Harman, Sa- muel Davis, William Harborne, jun. Ekhanah Doolittle, Scott and Co. and Joseph Sackett, not having entered their appearance and given security according to the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that they are not inhabitants of this district, on motion of the said complainants, by their counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of November court next, and an- swer the plaintiffs' bill; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the public newspapers published in this county, for two months successively, and that another copy be post- ed at the front door of the court house of the said county. A copy—Test, G. DENEALE, Sq 1awzm Clerk.
District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, ff. JUNE TERM, 1803. John Potts, Complainant, } AGAINST } Robert Finley, John Bannatyn, } Andrew Buchanan, Jas. Hob- } kirk and Robt. Buchanan Dun- } lop, merchants and partners un- } der the firm of Findley, Ban- } natyne & Co. and Wm. Wilson, } Defendants, The defendants, Robert Finley, Jno. Bannatyn, Andrew Buchanan, Jas. Hobkirk and Robt. Buchanan Dunlop, not having entered their appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, upon affidavit, that the said Robert Finley, John Ban- natyne, Andrew Buchanan, James Hobkirk, and Robert Buchanan Dunlop are not inhabitants of this district, on motion of the said complainant, by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defen- dants, Robert Finley, John Bannatyn, Andrew Buchanan, James Hobkirk, and Robert Buchanan Dunlop do appear here on the first day of Novem- ber court next, and enter their appearance to the suit and give security for performing the decree of the court; and that the other defendant Wm. Wilson, do not pay away, convey or secrete the debts by him owing to, or the estate or effects in his hands belonging to the said absent defen- dants, Robert Finley, John Bannatyn, Andrew Buchanan, James Hobkirk and Robert Buchanan Dunlop until the further order or decree of this court; and that a copy of this order be forthwith published for two months successively, in one of the public newspapers published in this county, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of the said county. A copy—Test, G. DENEALE, Sq 1awzm Clerk.
Ten Dollars Reward. RAN AWAY from the Subscriber on Sunday the 14th inst. an apprentice boy to the Coopers trade, named MICHAEL FOLEY, between 18 and 19 years old, about 5 feet 4 inches high, dark straight hair, and has a remarkable down cast sheepish look. Being born in the west of Ireland he will be easily discovered by his dialect. Had on when he absconded, a mackeen upper jacket, thickset waistcoat, new ticklenburg trow- sers and a new wool hat, but took other clothes with him. It is supposed he has gone tow- ards Baltimore. If taken up 20 miles from Alexandria I will pay 15 dollars, and if more than 50 miles 20 dollars reward and all rea- sonable charges. CHAS. JAMIESON. August 15. dzteo
FOR SALE, SIX IMPROVED FARMS, LYING in the county of Fairfax, on Sugar Land Run, 18 miles from Alexandria, and 19 from the City of Washington, containing about 300 acres each; the improvements are a tolerable good Farm House, Stables and sundry other out houses; Apple and Peach Orchards of the best Fruit; each abounding with Springs of excellent Water, and plenty of fine Timber; they lie ge- nerally level, and are capable of high improve- ment, being of that kind of soil most adapted to the Plover of Paris. On one of the Farms there are 90 acres fallow sowed with wheat, and plai- tered, the other five are rented to tenants at will. These lards are considered the most healthy on this side of the ridge; they will be sold reasonable, and length of time given for greater part of the purchase money. Any person who would pur- chase the entire tract may have a great bargain. Their contiguity to three flourishing towns must in a little time enhance their value greatly. The title is unquestionable, as may be seen by con- veyances made to me by Ferdinando Fairfax, esq. Information as to situation quality, &c. may be had from Colonel James Coleman, or Dr. Richard Coleman, living adjoining. I also wish to sell about 200 acres of land, about three miles from town; it may be had in lots of 25 acres; lies re- markable high, and healthy; has a sufficiency of Wood to each lot, and will suit well for Country eats for gentlemen in town to remove to in the Summer months, and be sufficiently near to do their business in town. Several lots may be so laid off as to have a full and commanding view of the City, George town and Alexandria. For fur- ther information apply to the subscriber, living adjoining the town of Alexandria. B. DADE. N. B. I have for sale about 400 barrels Indian Corn, which will be delivered on board of boats at my Island, 4 miles above the Falls, at any time between this and Christmas, at 3 dollars per barrel. B. D. Lochabour, Oct. 31. eo6t
Joseph Fanney and John Lloyd, Have imported from Europe, A general Assortment of GOODS, suitable to the present and approaching seasons which are now opened and offered for sale at their store opposite Peter Sherron's, in King Street, on the usual terms. Oct. 28. d5teo
WILLIAM HODGSON OFFERS FOR SALE, A consignment of well bought superfine and second Broad Cloths & Kersimere, by the piece or package, at an advance to net first cost and charges only. He has also for sale, imported by the ship Ann, Bradford, from Liverpool, Twenty cases English FELT HATS, afforded prices. Likewise—Negro Cottons, Halfthicks, Kerseys, Coatings, Baizes, and a bale of worsted Panjaboos. A quantity of Liverpool and Calitz coarse SALT. A few hogheads Molasses—Nova Scotia GRINDSTONES. For Rent—The Dwelling House and Warehouse on Prince Street, the latter occupied by himself, and well calculated for the dry goods business: the former suitable for a genteel family. The terms will be moderate and immediate pos- session given. d
HUGH SMITH Has received by the Ann, the United States, and the Orion, from Liverpool, A complete assortment of Queen's Ware, and can now supply country merchants on the shortest notice. Has also received a number of well ASSORTED GRATES, in excellent condition.—Has for sale as usual China and Glass Ware. Likewise for sale, Pipes by the box, Crowley Steel, New Castle Grindstones. Oct. 29. d6t eo
To Let, THE frame Warehouse on King Street, two doors above Pitt Street, now occupied by Am- brose Vaille. Possession will be given on the 27th of this month—apply, in the absence of the subscriber, to Col. Dennis Ramley. R. I. TAYLOR. August 15. eo
The Subscribers BEING anxious to decline the Mercantile Bu- siness, will dispose of their Stock on Hand, upon advantageous terms, to any person willing to purchase, who will secure the payments in a satisfactory manner. Thos. L. Washington & Co. N. B. All those indebted to the above firm are requested to make immediate payment, as it is their wish to close the business of the concern with as little delay as possible. Oct. 5. eo
Cash given for clean linen and cotton rags. PRINTED DAILY BY S. SNOWDEN.