Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1802-12-24 00:00:00

Sales by Auction.
On SATURDAY , At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Venue Store, the corner of King and Union streets.
 Rum in hhds. and barrels,  Whiskey in barrels,  Apple Brandy in barrels,  Gin in casks,  Wine in pipes and quarter casks,  Molasses in hhds.  Sugar in hhds. and barrels,  White and brown Soap in boxes,  Coffee in casks and bags,  Raisins in kegs and boxes,  Queen's Ware, and 
ALSO,
A variety of DRY GOODS.
 -AMONG WHICH ARE-  Broad Cloths, Irish Linens,  Cassimeres, Calicoes,  Kerseys, Threads,  Coatings, Chintzes,  Halfhicks, Bedticks,  Fearnought, Oznaburgs,  Blankets, Sewing Silks,  Pianes, Mouselin and Muslin  Negro Cottons, Handkerchiefs,  Worsted and other India Cottons, &c  Stockings, &c. 
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
Dec. 24.
Public Sale.
On WEDNESDAY , At ten o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store,
 Rum in hogheads and barrels.  Whiskey in barrels,  Gin in casks and barrels,  Port wine in casks,  Molasses in hhds.  Sugar in hhds and bds.  White and brown Soap in boxes,  Chocolate in boxes,  Coffee in tierces and bags,  Raisins in kegs and boxes.  Queens Ware in crates, handsomely assorted, 
ALSO,
A variety of DRY GOODS,
 -AMONG WHICH ARE-  Superfine cloth and Kersemeres,  Narrow Cloth, and Flannels,  Irish Linens, and Oznaburgs,  Sail duck of different qualities,  Chintzes and Calicoes,  Cambric and Cotton shawls,  India Muslin and Table Cloaths,  Coloured threads and fowing silks,  Ribbons, Hats, and  A number of other articles. 
P. G. MARSTELLER,
Dec. 24. Vendue-Master.
ADVERTISEMENT.
THE Subscribers having commenced business in the house lately occupied by Mr. George N. Lyles, on Fairfax Street, in the town of Alexandria, beg leave to inform their friends and the public, that they have for sale, DRY GOODS, JAPANED WARE and GROCERIES, and daily expect a complete assortment of CASTINGS, which they will dispose of at the most reduced prices for Cash, Flour or Tobacco.
THOMAS L. WASHINGTON & Co.
N. B. They will also transact business on commission, and take the liberty of acquainting those who may favour them with their confidence, that they will endeavour to merit the trust reposed in them, by a faithful attention to their interest.
Nov. 23. d
Just received,
A few boxes fresh LEMONS, LIMES and sweet ORANGES.
ALSO,
Hilberts, English Walnuts and Almonds, of an excellent quality.
JOSEPH DYSON
Freight Wanted,
For the SCHOONER FAIR TRADER, Capt. DAGGETT.
This is a new, burthenome vessel, carries 1000 barrels, and sails well. A freight for the West Indies or Europe will be taken on reasonable terms. Apply to
J. G. LADD.
Dec. 13. d
WM. HARTSHORNE, Has for Sale at his Store on Col. Hooe's Wharf,
 2 Pipes London Market Madeira Wine, four years old,  1 Pair Burr Mill Stones, five feet diameter  1000 Bushels Lisbon Salt, first quality,  15 Tons Swedish Bar Iron, fine drawn,  18 Tons Philad. do.  First quality Brown Sugar by the hoghead and barrel,  Philadelphia Lump and Loaf Sugar by the hoghead and barrel, part in loaves not more than 6 lbs. each,  Plaster of Paris by the ton or bushel,  Tobacco in kegs,  A few barrels of new Pork and Beef,  Hay in bundles about 200 lbs. each, 
For Sale, or Rent,
A few Lots in good situations on Fairfax, Wilkes, Prince and Washington Streets.
Also, for Sale,
A three story Brick House, on King, near Fairfax Street, a very good stand for business.
Wanted,
Two or three JOURNEYMEN COOPERS, to whom good wages and constant employ will be given at his mill.
Dec. 18. d
FOR SALE,
A complete HOUSE SERVANT, A likely young Negro Woman, with two CHILDREN. Her term of hire expires the end of the present month. Enquire of the Printer.
Dec. 10. 6
BENJ. SHREVE, jun.
 Has just received, & will sell low  16 pipes Hoi. Gin, 1st, 2d & 4th proof,  8 do. Barcelona Brandy, 4th do.  1 do. French do. do.  7 bales Russia Sheeting,  100 pieces Bandanna Handkerchiefs,  10 Bales India Cotton  60 boxes fresh Raisins. 
Dec. 15. d
JAMES WILSON,
Has received, by the Industry, from London, an extensive Assortment of FALL GOODS, Which will be offered for Sale immediately, by the piece or package.
Also, by the above Vessel,
Seven pipes and 18 hhds. genuine old Port Wine, two years in bottles.
Nov. 1. d
LADIES' and GENTLEMEN'S POCKET ALMANACS; ALSO, COMMON ALMANACS, For the ensuing year, For Sale, by SAMUEL BISHOP.
Dec. 13. d
Just received and for Sale by the Subscriber, 40 bbls. prime Boston B E E F JANNEY & PATON.
December 6.
JOSEPH RIDDLE & Co. HAVE received a considerable addition to their assortment per the Industry, capt. M'Kinzie, from London.
Nov. 2. d
WILLIAM HODGSON. Has received by the Brutus, from Liverpool, an assortment of FALL GOODS.
He has also on hand,
 A choice parcel of Grenada Rum, Liverpool fine Salt, bottled London Brown Stout, Porter in casks, 6 doz. each old, Port Wine in bottles, a ton of Sheathing Paper and a quantity of Grindstones. 
Oct. 15. d
FOR SALE,
On the 3d day of January next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, at Mr. Anderson's Mill on Dogue run in the county of Fairfax, the residue of the personal estate of the late General George Washington, yet unsold,
CONSISTING OF
Forty-five MULAS, upwards of thirty OXEN, and a variety of plantation utensils, Waggons, Carts, Blacksmith's Tools, &c. Six months credit will be allowed, the purchaser giving bond with approved Sureties.
At the same time will be hired, during the life of Mrs. FRENCH,
Forty or Fifty NEGROES. The Executors will let, for the term of one
two or three years,
A THREE STORY
BRICK HOUSE,
In the city of Washington, situated near the capitol, and adjoining the house now occupied by General Dearborne. The tenant to be at liberty to erect upon the premises, such necessary and permanent out houses and improvements as he may think proper, provided the value thereof does not exceed one years rent, from which it will be deducted. For terms apply to Mr. Richard Forrest, in the city of Washington, or to Lawrence Lewis of Fairfax county.
THE EXECUTORS.
December 6. dds
I have just received, six pipes of London particular MADEIRA
Five years old, and which I now offer for sale.
Dec. 17. d
Just received and for SALE or barter for FLOUR or TOBACCO, by Thomas L. Washington & Co.
Four pipes of four & an half years old LONDON MARKET MADEIRA WINE.
December 8. dif
For SALE, by WM. HARTSHORNE, Two pipes London market Madeira WINE, four years old. 12th Mo. 7th, 1802. d
B E E F.
A few barrels of good BEEF (lately acked) just received and for sale by BENJAMIN SHREVE, jun. October 14. d
A few quarter casks of LONDON MARKET TENERIFFE WINE, Just received, and for Sale by PHINEAS JANNEY. 12th mo. 20, 1802. eozst.
ADAM LYNN
Has just received, A HANDSOME ASSORTMENT OF Jewelry, plated, Japanned & fancy GOODS, of a superior quality, and of the newest Patterns,
CONSISTING OF
 Gold Lockets, Rings, Earrings, Bracelets, Watch Keys, Seals; pearl Rings, Bracelets, &c. plated Urns, Tea Pots, Castors, Candlesticks, &c. Japanned Urns; Tea Trays and Bread Baskets; gilt Necklaces, Broaches, Bracelets, Watch Keys, Seals, Chains, &c. Knives & Forks, Penknives, Razors, Scissors; Paints in boxes; marking Types in boxes complete; Snuff Boxes; plated & steel Spurs; gold and silver Epaulettes; Lace Cord, Thread, Spangles, Pearls, silver Thimbles, Tooth Picks & Pencil Cases, with a number of other articles. 
He has also for Sale,
Watchmakers Materials, and gilt and common Watch Keys, by the dozen, and Crucibles.
He manufactures, as usual, all kinds of Gold and Silver Work, to any pattern. Nov. 24. dtzscf.
POSTPONEMENT.
The Sale of Books advertised to take place this evening, at my Auction Room, is postponed till Monday evening next, at 5 o'clock.
THOMAS PATTEN.
Dec. 23.
Just received and for Sale, by
R. T. HOOE & CO.
 Fresh Raisins, in jars & boxes,  Figs, in kegs, & Almonds, in frails,  Lemons and Oranges, in boxes. 
Dec. 23. dgt
M C KNIGHT & STEWART, Have just received, per Captain Elwood, from Philadelphia,
A COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF
 Ladies' Kid & Morocco Shoes, Embroidered and plain, with high and spring heels, together with a neat assortment of Silver Trimmings, consisting of Fringe, Edgings, Lace, Cord, Bullion, Spangles, &c. 
Dec. 23. dgt
FOR SALE,
A likely MULATTO GIRL, between fifteen and sixteen years of age, accustomed to wait in the house. Enquire of the Printer hereof.
Dec. 25. dgt
Just received and for Sale, by the Subscriber,
 Rose Blankets, 6 4 to 10,  Red, green and blue backing Baize,  Swansdown,  Lionkin coatings twisted,  Velveteen, very fine  Razors,  Backgammon Boards, complete,  Rouge, all sorts,  Ivory Combs, all sizes,  Corkcrews, newest sort,  Tooth Brushes,  Milk of Roses,  Assorted Essences,  Snuffer Trays, newest fashions,  Shaving Basons,  The best London Blacking,  Packwood's Strops & Paste,  Combs, of all descriptions,  Red Sealing Wax,  Powder Horns, 4, 8, 12, 16 oz.  Shaving Brushes,  Powder Bags,  Net Night Caps,  Steel Snuffers,  Plate Brushes,  Shoe-Strings,  Queen's Garters,  Silk Purse,  Do Watch Chains,  Powder Knives,  Spanish Wool,  Nutmeg Graters,  Gilt & black Sleeve Buttons,  Court Plaster,  Bodkins,  Watch Keys,  Black & red Lead Pencils,  Suspenders, low & high priced, 
With a most elegant Assortment of the Derbyshire Spar in sugar bafons, Cream Euit, Egg Cups, &c. &c.
Likewise, for Sale,
MUFFS & TIPPLETS,
With an elegant assortment of Fur Trimmings,
 Black Bear, Silver Bear, Cross Fox,  Red Fox, Russian White Fox, Canadian Martin, Marten Throat, Peruvian Martin  Spanish Chinchilla, black Russia Jenet,  Silver Wolfe, do. Fox, do. Angola,  Orange Angola; sable, silver gray, black spotted, ladies' Mocosons. 
-ALSO-
A few doz. of WADDING.
The above goods have all been manufactured within three months; they are of the newest fashions and at the most reduced prices, at the store at col. Gilpin's dwelling-house, on King Street.
THOMAS P. PEARCE.
N. B. The highest price given for all kinds of Furs.
Dec. 23. dtzscf.
For CHARLESTON, (S. C.) (To Sail in a few days)
The Sloop
GENETT,
Henry Coarse, master.
She will sail as soon as the weather will permit. For Freight or Passage apply to
AMBROSE VASSE, or The Captain on board.
Dec. 18. d

DOCUMENTS ACCOMPANYING THE Communication of the PRESIDENT OF THE U. STATES, TO BOTH HOUSES OF CONGRESS. Made the 15th day of December, 1802.
Extract of a letter from James L. Cathcart, Esq. Consul of the United States of America, at Algiers, to the Secretary of State, dated at Leghorn, July 24, 1802.
"The king of Sweden has protested the bills drawn by Mr. Tornquist to the amount of two hundred and forty thousand dollars, the sum promised by him to the Bashaw of Tripoli as the price of peace, and that he has resolved to repel the demand for an annuity of dollars 20,000 by force of arms and will send a squadron against Tripoli as soon as he has settled his affairs with Great Britain."
"Many of our merchants and captains dispute the consul's authority, to detain their vessels in port, notwithstanding the national consequences of their capture being fully explained to them. I therefore presume that this point merits the immediate determination of government, and that positive instructions ought to be given to all consuls in the Mediterranean, in order that they may know whether they have power to retain the vessels of their nation in port, as the consuls of all other nations have, or whether they are to permit them to sail after being informed of war being declared against us by any of the Barbary States."
Extract from Mr. —'s letter to Mr. Cathcart, dated at Tripoli, from the 12th March to the 30th April, 1802.
TRIPOLI, March 12, 1802. "The Bashaw expects the frigate formerly commanded by Murad Raiz, and blockaded by the ships of the United States at Gibraltar, from Tangier, with a cargo of corn, having sent an Ambassador to solicit the favor from the Emperor of Morocco."
"28th, was launched a zebec of 14 guns which is to be fitted out as a cruiser."
"The Bashaw had taken the opinion of his counsellors in writing relative to the American war; only three were opposed to it. Side Mahomet Dagoize, the Grand Kaya and another whom I do not know."
"On the arrival of the American frigates before Tripoli, the Bashaw began to reflect on the advice he had received; now the scene is changed, Murad Raiz, the chief promoter of the war is in very low estimation; his companion Raiz Squfy has literally drank himself into the other world about a month ago, & Mured was in a fair way to follow him when a little recollection made him abstain from liquor some days."
"April 22d. It is currently reported, that the Bashaw intends to fit out five cruisers, three quarter gallies, a gueringwich or polacre that returned from a cruise with a prize a few days ago, & a zebec."
"April 30th. I have to inform you that two quarter gallies of 28 oars and 4 carriage guns and 4 swivels manned with from 50 to 60 men each, one commanded by Raiz Halifs, and the other by Raiz Osmen Candito, are ready to sail upon a cruise."
Extract of a letter from Mr. to Mr. Cathcart, dated at Tripoli, May 10, 1802.
"On the evening of the 1st instant, the consuls were summoned to the castle, when the Bashaw in the presence of the two Swedish officers stated the treatment he had received from Sweden since the conclusion of Tornquist's treaty, and compared his treatment to them since that period, and ended his observations, by asking if he had not sufficient reason to declare war against that nation, and then solemnly declared that he never intended to enter into another treaty with Sweden. War was to be declared the next day, nevertheless it was postponed to the 5th inst. in hopes that by continuing the negotiation an accommodation would take place, but the admiral would not listen to any terms but those he proposed which was as follows: "The Swedish prisoners to be liberated without ransom; peace to be established without paying any consideration whatever for it as presents or otherwise, upon the same terms as it was before the declaration of war in 1800."
The admiral alleged the Bashaw having captured Swedish property to a considerable amount could not possibly have any claim against Sweden."
"I know the Bashaw of Tripoli has made an effort to conclude a treaty with the United States of America through the medium of Algiers, and I am very much mistaken, if there are not at this moment other plans under consideration, as several of the Bashaw's adherents endeavor to gain his confidence by suggesting them."
"On the night of the 19th inst. departed two gallies (quarter gallies) to cruise along shore, it is said they are in quest of some American vessels that are at Sula."
Extract of a letter from James Leander Cathcart, Esq. consul of the United States of America at Algiers, to the Secretary of State, dated at Leghorn, 4th July, 1802.
"You will please to observe that the cruisers of Tripoli have been frequently at sea since the war commenced, and thence conceive the danger our merchant ships have been exposed to. From the returns of our consuls you will be informed of the extent of our commerce in this sea, which never was so valuable, as it was at the period and since the Bashaw of Tripoli commenced hostilities. I have seen twenty four sail of American vessels in this port at once last year, two thirds of whom were unarmed. Can the wisdom of government devise no means either to prevent the cruisers of Tripoli from putting to sea, or our merchant ships from passing up the Mediterranean unarmed and without convoy? is it not possible to prohibit them, (for their own sakes) from coming past Gibraltar unless armed sufficiently to defend themselves when three or four are together, or under convoy of some of our ships of war?"
"The Bashaw of Tripoli seems disposed to enter into a treaty with us, but upon what terms he has not yet declared. Mr. Eaton informs me that a proposition of peace on the part of the Bashaw of Tripoli, came through the Bey of Tunis when it was proposed that the latter should be mediator and guarantee. Mr. Eaton answered that we prefer peace to war when we can obtain it on honorable terms, but not otherwise."
From No. 9, dated at Leghorn, July 15th 1802.
"On the 10th instant, Mr. Appleton and myself endeavored to discharge the Masters of vessels now in port, from sailing until some of our frigates or those of Sweden arrive to take them under convoy, but without effect, they seem at present, as they ever have seemed, intent upon gain only, without properly appreciating the risque."
(COPY) CIRCULAR. Algiers, 26th June, 1802.
"This morning arrived a Tripoline corsair, and with her a prize, the Philadelphia brig Franklin, Captain Morris, who failed from Marseilles the 8th inst. and was captured the 15th inst. adjacent to Carthagena, and another American brig, which was in company got off."
"On the morning of the 21st instant I saw three leagues East of Algiers another Tripoline Cruiser with a brig in her possession standing to the Eastward, which I take to be an American vessel; I am trying on what terms I can obtain the ransom of captain Morris and crew in all nine, and if possible afterwards shall see on what conditions I can get the brig and cargo."
"It is a fact that there is at sea at present six sail of Tripoline Cruisers, and it is asserted, that the frigates of the United States and those of Sweden are blockading Tripoli."
Sir, I am, &c. (Signed) RICHARD O'BRIEN.
"By comparing this with Mr. Nordeeling's letter it would appear, that more Cruisers than the two Gallies are out; but I can hardly believe it possible, that they could evade the diligence of two squadrons, or that they have enterprise to attempt it without any thing but row-boats such as the Gallies."
"Mr. Cathcart, it is reported, heard (but not authenticated by official authority) that Lieutenant Sterrett, in the Enterprize has recaptured a Swede. God send it may be true."
(To be continued.)
NEW YORK, December 19. Cleared ship Cheeseman, Greenfield, Amsterdam; brigs Glory, Gilbert, Grenada; Swift, Floyd, Savannah; Comet, Worth, Charleston; schooner Fitzig, Records, Martinique; sloop Paragon, Dickins, Bermuda.
Schooner Sincerity, Rogers has arrived at St. Croix; sloop George & Jane, Sillick, has arrived at St. Croix. Brig Ceres, Robinson, has arrived at St. Croix.
From Lloyd's List, November 6.
Arrived at Hamburg, the Argus, Caille from Charleston, the ship Tupper, from Quebec for Newfoundland, is lost in Mutton Bay. Put back, at Greenock, the Helena, Stewart, which failed 3 days since for Virginia, having sprung her main-mast in a gale. At Liverpool the United States, Spence, from Virginia; Mary, Oswald, from Quebec. Sailed from Gravesend, Oct. 31, the Grace, Taylor, for New York. At Dover, the Adriatic, from Quebec. At Havre, the Sitters, Pickett, from Charleston. At Bordeaux, the Augusta, from New Orleans. At Leghorn, the Diana, Duplex, from New York.
Liverpool Nov. 1. Capt. Fredsham, of the Ann, spoke on the 2d ult. in lat. 47, 21, long. 32, the brig Mary, of Chatham, from London for New York.
Arrived since our last Happy Couple, Starks, from Savannah. Sailed in co. brig Ann Maria, Hand, for New York, and brig Eleanor, for Boston. Left brigs Resolute, Wilkinson; Eliza, Swaine; Harlequin, Hazard; New York, Pelor; Ann Maria, Cupp; Neptune, Latham; and sch't Eliza, Strangman, all for New York.
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 21. Capt. Williams, of the ship Abigail, 35 days from the Isle of May. Spoke the following vessels in her passage. Nov. 26, lat. 23, 42, N. long. 63, 59, W. the ship Independence, of 2nd for New York; 37 days from Cadiz. Dec. 1, lat. 28, 16, N. long. 63, 59, W. the schooner —, from Baltimore out 5 days. Dec. 11, lat. 35, 41, N. long. 74, 39, W. brig Hannah of Philadelphia, 31 days from Cape Francois for New York.
Capt. Webb of the brig Venus, from St. Thomas, left there the 27th November. sch'ts Experiment, Boggs, of and for Philadelphia; Enterprize, Reynolds, do. —, Alden, of and for Baltimore; — Long, do. brig —, Miller, from Wilmington.
Dec. 3, lat. 24, N. long. 67, W. spoke sch't Polly, 30 days from Surinam for Boston. On Tuesday last off Chinco-teague, spoke the sch't Regulator, Henderson, of and for Philadelphia 42 days from Jamaica, and saw her receive a pilot on Wednesday evening in sight of the Capes of Delaware. The brig Ruth & Mary, Ruffel, from Philadelphia, touched at, and failed from St. Thomas about the 1st Dec.
BALTIMORE, December 20. Arrived last evening, ship Comet, Stevenson, from Savannah. The Comet has been 7 days in the bay.
Also, arrived last evening, snow Truxton, Johnston, from Lisbon. Left there brig Ann and Francis, Williams, Norfolk, arrived October 10th, to sail 15th for St. Andero; ship Adelaide, Munn, Baltimore, discharging; brig Mentor, Prevett, of and for Boston in two days; ship Active, M'Kean, Philadelphia, two days; Amsterdam Packet, Green, New York, six days; barque Columbia, Day, Boston, two days; brig Pride, Rainsey, of Norfolk arrived Oct. 10th, failed 12th, for St. Andero.
At Quarantine, Ship Hare, Worth, of N. York to be released in two days; schooner Dispatch, —, of do. 25 do. Ann, Forrick, do. 40 do.
Also, arrived ship James, Chandler, from Hamburg, left from the Lizard. Nov. 6, lat. 44, 16, long. 17, spoke sch't Samuel, Russell, from Baltimore, bound to Bilboa. 11th, lat. 40, 45, long. 27, 49, spoke the United States frigates Adams, on a cruise. Dec. 12, in lat. 35, 20, spoke brig Mentor, from Philadelphia for St. Thomas.
Arrived this morning, sch't Eagle, Alby, from Port Republic. Left the sch't Evelina, Holms, of this port, discharging. Sailed in company with a number of vessels, among which was the Mary, Grafton, of and for this port. The Eagle, failed the 6th of Nov. from Port Republic.
lican. At that time the French had possession of that place.
December 21. Arrived yesterday, ship James Chandler, from Hamburg. Left there, ship Margaret, Horton, of this port; and sch't —, Woolridge, of Marblehead. Sailed in company with the Pegasus, Jerry, for Charleston; brig Belona, Delano, for New York; and brig Bessey, White, for Philadelphia. The ship Magistrate, Paterson, of Boston, failed 3 days before the James, for the Isle of May. Capt. C. saw a number of British frigates in the Channel, but did not speak any of them.
Arrived sch't Sally, Callow, from N. C. By a Pilot boat arrived this evening which left Hampton roads on Sunday evening last, we learn there were no vessels in the Bay bound up.
The ship Montezuma, Deshiell, for Leghorn; Aurora, Putman for Alicante; ship Fame, Bullock, for Lisbon; snow John and Joseph, Stockton, for Gibraltar; Bremen ship Ochelbaum, Garjen, for Bremen; brig Bessey, Fitch, for Aux Cayes; all from this port, went to sea on Thursday last with the wind at north west.
FRANKFORT, December 8. We have seen a letter from New Orleans as late as the 28th October, which states that the port continues that against Americans; that the boats that have arrived since the shutting the port, have been suffered to land their cargoes, on paying a duty, but vessels coming up the river were not permitted to enter or deposit their cargoes; that a quantity of clothing had been sent to New Orleans, by the Secretary of War, for the American troops at Tombigby, which were retained; that an American officer had arrived, and demanded them, and offered to pay a reasonable price for storage, but had been put off two or three times, with promises of an answer the next day; in the mean time it had been hinted to him that if he could get the governor to ask it as a matter of courtesy, they would be given up; that the minds of the Americans as well as the Spanish subjects were much agitated, fully expecting a war; that a gentleman had just arrived from Bordeaux, who stated that arrangements were making by France to take possession of the colony with 10,000 troops; that the command had been offered to gen. Bernadotte, but owing to a difference between him and the first consul, the command was given to general Victor, and the troops would sail in October. This seems to be the substance of the letter; a number of pertinent reflections are subjoined, but we will not mention them, as we wish the public to draw their own conclusions.
CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Monday, December 20. The Speaker laid before the House a letter from the Secretary of the Treasury, enclosing a Report made in pursuance of an act establishing the Treasury Department.
Ordered to be printed, and referred to the committee of Ways and Means.
The Speaker laid before the House a letter from the Secretary of the Navy, enclosing a Report from the Commissioners of navy pensions.
Ordered to be printed. Mr. Mitchell presented a petition from sundry manufacturers of cork, praying that instead of an ad valorem duty, at present laid on imported corks, there should be a specific duty imposed.
Referred to the committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
The House resolved itself into a committee of the whole, Mr. Varnum in the chair, on the report on the petition of Samuel Corp.
The following is the Report of the Committee of Commerce and Manufactures.
"That it appears to the committee, that the petitioner was interested in a ship which failed for London early in the year 1799, for the purpose of purchasing a cargo proper for the New Orleans market. That the ship arrived in the month of August following at New York, having on board a cargo agreeably to order, none of which was intended to be landed within the United States. That the captain's manifest, which he presented to the collector, declared his cargo for exportation; but not having made the same declaration

on the copy of the manifest which he had delivered to the first boarding officer, the owners were compelled to enter the cargo, and give bond for the duties on the same. That no part of the cargo was landed except some bird shot. It appears also, that the collector granted a clearance for New Orleans, and issued debentures of drawback on the cargo; but on application for payment, the petitioner was informed that the law of 2d March, 1799, precluded him from being paid: The petitioner, therefore, prays relief from Congress.
"This case having been fully understood at the last session, the committee consider it unnecessary to go into any reasoning thereon. They submit the following resolution:
"Resolved, That the prayer of the petitioner ought to be granted, and that the committee of Commerce and Manufactures be directed to bring in a bill conformably thereto."
Mr. S. Smith advocated the report. Mr. Griswold, though inclined to allow the prayer of the petition, thought a general provision ought to be made for all similar cases. With this view, it was moved that the committee rise.
Carried;—when the committee was discharged, and the petition of Samuel Corp, and the report thereon, were re-committed to the committee of Commerce and Manufactures, with instructions to enquire into the propriety of providing by law for the payment of debentures that have been issued for drawback of duty on goods, wares, and merchandizes exported to New Orleans.
Mr. Randolph, from the committee appointed on Friday to present to the President of the United States, a resolution of the House, touching the violation on the part of Spain of the treaty of friendship, limits and navigation between the United States of America and the king of Spain, reported that the committee had performed the duty assigned them, and had received for answer from the President that he would cause the proper information to be laid before the house.
Mr. Nicholson, from the committee appointed on the petition of Richard Wilson and Nathaniel Seagar, with instructions to enquire into the expediency of making a general provision for the relief of insolvent debtors, within the district of Columbia, reported a bill for the relief of insolvent debtors in the district of Columbia, which was twice read, & referred to a committee of the whole on Thursday next.
On motion of Mr. Mattoon, a resolution was passed, requesting the President to direct the proper officer to lay before the House a statement of the militia returns last received from the several states; and Messrs. Mattoon & Jackson, appointed a committee.
On motion of Mr. Eustis, the petition of John Holland, presented last session, was referred to the committee of Commerce & Manufactures.
The following are the committees appointed on the resolutions entered into on Friday in the House of Representatives.
On that part of the President's Message that relates to our concerns with the Indian tribes, and the establishment of a new settlement. Messrs. Dawson, T. Morris, Hoge, Hastings and Meriwether.
On that part which relates to our Navy Yards, & the building of docks. Messrs. Mitchell, Rutledge, Hanna, Wadsworth and Mott.
On that part which relates to the providing for the return of American seamen discharged in foreign ports, & left abroad. Messrs. S. Smith, Goddard, Josiah Smith, Woods and Gray.
On that part which refers to the warfare with Tripoli, and to the relation with the other Barbary powers; Messrs. Eustis, Perkins, Elmendorf, Tillinghast, and Taliaferro.
On that part, which relates to the militia institution of the United States,—Messrs. Varum, Upham, J. Smith, of Virginia, Holmes, Brown, Butler, D. Heitter, Stanton, and Stanford.
On that part, which relates to the fostering of the fisheries of the United States, Messrs. Huger, Bishop, J. Heitter, J. Trigg, and Van Nels.
TUESDAY, December 21.
Mr. Rutledge observed that the State of South Carolina had lately taken measures for a supply of arms for her militia. He thought that an object so great and desirable ought to be encouraged by the General Government, by exempting arms imported under such circumstances from
duty. He therefore offered a resolution purporting that any state, importing pieces of ordnance, fire or side arms for their militia, should be exempted from the payment of duties.
Mr. Randolph said the resolution proposed contained some important principles. Its adoption would affect the revenue in some degree; and would, in a still greater degree, affect home manufactures, especially those the most essential to the good of the community. It did appear to him, that if any manufacture required the aid of protecting duties, it was the manufacture of arms in preference to all others. The resolution embraced not only ordnance, but fire arms also. He was not prepared to say that a distinction ought not to be made between these two descriptions of arms. For these reasons he wished the resolution to lie on the table.
Mr. Rutledge said he had no objection on its resting for a day or two; when on motion of Mr. Randolph, it was referred to a committee of the whole, and made the order of the day for Monday.
Leave of absence was granted to Mr. Nicholson for four days.
Mr. Van Nels presented a memorial from the City Council of Washington desiring certain alterations in their act of incorporation.
Referred to Messrs. Van Nels, Thompson, Plater, Campbell and Jackson.
[This memorial was also presented in the Senate, by General Mason, and referred to Messrs. Mason, Howard, & Baldwin.]
Mr. Dennis presented the petition of William Taylor, of this City, praying for an act of insolvency.
Referred to the committee of the whole, to whom had been referred the reported bill for the relief of insolvent debtors in the district of Columbia.
Mr. Brent presented the petition of sundry inhabitants of Alexandria, Columbia, members of a mutual assurance Company against fire. Referred to a select committee of three.
Mr. Moore presented the petition of Bernard Glen. Referred to the committee of Claims.
A short debate took place on a letter received from the Clerk on the subject of Newspapers delivered to members at the public expence. The letter stated that application, having been made by some members to receive a number of copies of papers (not daily) equivalent to a daily print, the Clerk desired the instructions of the House how to act.
The Speaker, on being appealed to as to the practice of the House, said he understood the practice to have been, that members had taken a number of copies equivalent to a daily paper.
This resolution was opposed by Messrs. Smilie and Elmer, and supported by Messrs. Dana, Stanley, and Rutledge.
Carried; Ayes 50. Mr. S. Smith, from the committee of Commerce and Manufactures, reported a bill, to allow a drawback of duties on goods exported to New Orleans, &c. which was referred to a committee of the whole, and made the order of the day for to-morrow.
Mr. Randolph moved that the House resolve itself into a committee of the whole on the subject of the Mint.
Mr. Griswold said the House had not yet received the report of the Director of the Mint. He thought it better to wait till it was received, as they would then better understand the state of the Mint, and the expences attending it. The report might be sent in within the course of a week.
Motion of Mr. Randolph lost, Ayes 25.
POSTPONEMENT.
THE House and Lot on King near Columbus street, advertised by the Subscribers for sale this day, is postponed till Friday next, the 31st instant.
JOHN & THOS. VOWELL. Dec. 24. dds
Public Vendue.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust to the Subscribers, will be sold, on the 31st day of this present month, at 3 o'Clock, P. M. on the Premises,
THE FRAME HOUSE situated on King street, near the corner of Columbus street, at present occupied by John and Samuel Leard, subject to a ground rent of £. 20 per annum. Terms of payment Cash.
JOHN & THOS. VOWELL. Dec. 24. d6t
Alexandria Advertiser.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24.
There will be no Preaching in the Episcopal Church on Sunday next.
** To-morrow being Christmas day, this paper will not be published again until Monday evening.
DIED lately, in the Island of Trinidad, at the mansion house of John Shaw, Esq. near St. Juan's, whither she had gone for the benefit of her health, JULIANA PETRE WORKMAN, for some time a resident of this town, wife of James Workman, Esq of the Middle Temple, and daughter of the late John Wright, Esq. of Motley Hall, Warwickshire.
The virtues abundant, ardent, generous & exalted which enriched her heart, were directed by a strong understanding; enlivened by an amiable sensibility, improved by an extensive knowledge of elegant literature; under the guidance of a refined taste, and invigorated by constant exercise. The beauties of her person (which however faded away, in comparison to those of her mind) were illustrated by innumerable graces; elevated by a mild dignity, peculiarly her own, and augmented by those accomplishments with which art endeavours to give perfection to nature.—She was as universally lamented in death by all her friends (and these were all the respectable and deserving who had an opportunity of knowing her) as while living she was the object of their admiration, affection and respect.
Heu, quando illam invenient parem!
From the TRINIDAD GAZETTE. STANZAS to the Memory of Mrs. Workman.
I. Where yonder church o'erlooks the scene, From whence yon modest hamlets rise, Beneath that tuft's fresh springing green, The clay-cold form of Julia lies.
II. What mildness beamed in Julia's face! What judgment her pure taste refin'd! In her fair form reign'd every grace, And all the virtues in her mind.
III. The slaves of interest, tools of power, Her foul beheld with just disdain; As glitt'ring insects of an hour, To please the low, the vile, the vain.
IV. Say, traveller, was this matchless worth, To thee in happier moments known? Then poor the tide of sorrow forth, And in her fate lament thine own?
V. But didst thou not her virtues know, Still let thy tears her death attend; And weep that midst a world of woe, Thou wert not lovely Julia's friend!
Extract of a letter from an AMERICAN gentleman at Cape-Francis, to his friend in Philadelphia, dated 3d November.
"On the 14th ult. the negroes made a furious attack upon this place, and carried all the out-posts and drove the French army to the gates of the town. At this moment when we expected our houses would be instantly in flames, a young merchant of the name of Alexander Bowdee, who formerly lived in Philadelphia, threw himself among the negroes, at the head of 80 dragoons and after four different charges entirely dispersed them. The whole army applauded his spirited conduct & the general in chief immediately presented him a sword of honor,
"In fact, it was the saving of the Cape for 12 days the negroes did not appear again, but on the 26th they renewed the attacks and continued it some time, they were now once more repulsed, and have at last retired to some distance. There is every reason to hope, that the town will hold out until the arrival of the troops, which are expected from France. No business of any kind can be done in the present distressing situation of the Cape. General Rochambeau, who is to succeed general Le Clerc in the command, is soon expected, when I hope confidence and business will revive."
The Editor of the London Courier, of July 16th, after publishing the American plan for a monument to Washington, adds—"If in case, public honors are to be paid to the memory of men distinguished by their public virtue—to whom can they be more justly due than to him whose devotion to the cause of his country
was boundless—who lived universally honored and beloved; and who died amidst the lamentations and regrets of all who had ever heard of his name?"
MASONIC ODE.
"Let there be light!" The Almighty spoke, To illume the rising earth! Well pleased the great Jehovah stood, The power supreme pronounced it good, And gave the planets birth! In choral numbers Masons join, To bless and praise this light divine.
Parent of light accept our praise! Who shed'st on us thy brightest rays, The light that fills our mind; By choice selected, lo! we stand, By friendship joined, a social Band! That love and aid mankind! In choral numbers, &c.
The Widows tear, the Orphans cry, All wants our ready hands supply, As far as power is given! The naked clothe, the pris'ner free, These are thy works sweet charity! Reveal'd to us from heaven! In choral numbers, &c.
PORT OF ALEXANDRIA.
ARRIVED, Sleep Harmony, Elwood, Philadelphia CLEARED, Ship Fabius, Hutchinson, Spain Schooner Citizen, Lawson, Antigua Hazard, Luce, Boston
CHARITY SERMON.
AT the request of the Brethren of Alexandria Lodge, No. 22, a CHARITY SERMON will be preached by the Rev. Mr. Muir, in the Presbyterian Meeting-House, on Sunday next, 25th inst.
THE Alexandria Dancing Assemblies will commence on Tuesday the 4th day of Jan. 1803, at Mr. Gadsby's Hotel. Subscribers are requested to pay their Subscriptions to Mr. Gadsby, Treasurer.
G. DENEALE, T. CLAGGETT, W. H. LYLES, J. H. HOOE, G. W. CRAIK, J. C. HERBERT. Managers.
MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY, of Alexandria.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, to the Subscribers in the Marine Insurance Company of Alexandria, that an election will be held at the Court-House, in this town, on Saturday the 15th day of January next, for the purpose of choosing fifteen Directors of the said Company, for the ensuing year.
By order of the President & Directors. J. B. NICKOLLS, Sec'y. Dec. 24. 12w4t
HUGH SMITH, A large Assortment of CHINA,
CONSISTING OF Full sets elegant Tea China, Tea and Coffee Cups and Saucers, Pint, quart, three pint and two quart Bowls, Dishes assorted, all sizes, Small plates, &c. &c. Dec. 24. 603t
FOUND
IN a ditch adjoining Spring Park, by a black Boy, Three MUSKETS and two SWORDS; they appear to be new. The owner or owners may have them by paying the expence of this Advertisement and a small gratuity to the finder, on application to the Printer. Dec. 24. 603t
A STRAY HEIFER.
CAME to the Subscriber's place, near Alexandria, a small Heifer stray, about two years old last Spring, with no perceivable brand or mark, other than flesh marks. The above stray has 4 white feet, and a white face with black stars round her eyes. She is white underneath the belly, with a long bushy white tail; dark brown on the back, appraised to 10 dollars. The owner is desired to come, prove property, pay charges and take her away. ROBERT VINSON. Dec. 24. 22w3t

For Freight or Charter
To LIVERPOOL,
The SHIP Governor Strong,
Capt. CHOATE.
She is 450 bds. burthen; will be ready to take a cargo on board in the course of a fortnight.
Liberal advances made on consignment per this ship to Messrs. Hannay & Logan, of Liverpool.
WILLIAM HODGSON.
Dec. 21.
NOTICE.
THE co-partnership of James Patton & James Dykes having expired—those indebted to said concern are requested to make payment and those having claims are desired to bring them forward for settlement.
JAMES PATTON, JAMES DYKES.
FOR SALE by the Subscriber at the Warehouse which the above concern occupied,
10 Hhds of ALLUM, of the first quality from 5 to 7 cwt. each.
Wanted to purchase for cash, a few thousand bushels of WHEAT, and ninety shares of Columbia bank stock.
JAMES PATTON.
Nov. 22.
Just received from LISBON, and for
SALE by
THOMAS SIMMS,
A few boxes of PORTUGAL ONIONS, of the most extraordinary size and kind that has been seen here. People may be supplied with them by the box, or by the dozen for feed. This being a fine time for setting them, it is an object to procure them immediately.
He has also for Sale, at his store,
English Cheese, Cramberries,
Best Codfish in boxes,
Excellent Firkin Butter, for shipping or family use.
Also to Rent,
That large and commodious
FRAME-HOUSE,
In Queen Street, next to Mr. Andrew Fleming's, very convenient for a private family; and also, the House and Warehouse opposite to the same. Possession may be had immediately.
Likewise, a new HOUSE, in Cameron Street close to the Market-House, and a convenient House for a small family. Possession may be had early in next month.
Nov. 25.
Just received, and for Sale, by
SAMUEL BISHOP
TRAVELS
Into the Interior of
SOUTHERN AFRICA,
In the years 1797 and 1798,
By JOHN BARROW,
Late Secretary to the Earl of Macartney, and Auditor General of Public Accounts at the Cape of Good Hope
Also,
THE POWERS OF GENIUS,
A POEM,
By JOHN BLAIR LINN, A. M.
Second edition, corrected and enlarged.
Dec. 15.
TO BE LET,
THE brick house, on Prince-street, now in the possession of Mrs. Alexander near the corner of Pitt-Street. Possession to be given on the 15th of this month—apply to Mrs. Fletcher, or to THOS. PATTEN.
Dec. 8.
COTTON & STEWART
Have just received a large and general assortment of
BOOKS
In the different branches of Literature.
Also,
ALMANACS
For 1803,
With a general assortment of Dr. Church's Patent Medicines, Which they offer wholesale or retail to the public at very reduced prices.
FOR SALE,
THE LOT with the HOUSE thereon, at the South-east corner of Cameron and Alfred Streets, late the Property of Thomas Richards—Also, several vacant LOTS adjoining thereon on Alfred Street, between Cameron and King Streets. The House is pleasantly situated and in good order for the Accommodation of a Family—If not sold before the 1st of November, it will then be rented.
WILLIAM CRAIK.
Sept. 30.
CARVING, GILDING, and VARNISHING.
Mrs. RACHEL ATKINS,
(From Philadelphia)
In Prince-Street, between Fairfax and Water-Streets, next door to Dr. Dick's in the house lately occupied by GROVE WRIGHT:
Respectfully informs the citizens of Alexandria that she intends residing here for a few months, and will be happy in executing any orders in the above branches of business. She regilds and varnishes old frames so as to make them appear like new—and likewise varnishes them with a particular kind of varnish that will bear washing.
She has on hand,
A large and elegant assortment of Prints, Looking-Glasses, & GIRANDOLES.
of every description, which will be sold at the lowest terms for cash.
Orders from a distance will be punctually attended.
Nov. 15.
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FOR SALE,
SIXTY NEGROES that have been well treated and brought up, of all ages and both sexes; house servants & mechanics, but mostly plantation Negroes. Information may be had by applying to the Printer hereof.
Dec. 6.
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The Subscriber has received, 12,000lb. Green Coffee, entitled to drawback, and 18 bales of Cotton, which he will sell low.
He has also for Sale,
Molasses of the first quality, and
A few hhd. of Sugar.
ROBERT YOUNG.
October 13.
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Just Received,
And for sale by the Subscriber, at his store, corner of Prince and Union streets,
15 Pipes Madeira Wine,
10 do. 4th proof Brandy,
5 do. New-England Rum,
2 do. Holland Gin,
3 Quarter casks Catalonia red Wine,
3 Kegs Anniseed Cordial,
14 Boxes dipt Candles,
Sugar in hhd. and barrels,
Coffee and Pepper in bags,
Hysonkin and Souchong Tea,
Jamaica Rum and Malaga Wine,
Raisins in kegs and boxes,
Leiper's Snuff in half barrels and kegs,
Men's coarse and fine shoes,
Women's Morocco and fancy kid do.
And eight Bales of INDIA GOODS, consisting of Mamoodies, Emerties, Guzzimies, Mohinas, Gungies, Checks and Calicoes, and a few pieces China and Lunge Hankerchiefs, and Ravens Duck. A large quantity of RED SOAL-LEATHER, and a few barrels Tanner's best brown OIL.
BENJ. SHREVE, jan.
Oct. 27.
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Bank of Alexandria.
NOTICE is hereby given to the Stockholders of the Bank of Alexandria, that an election will be held at Court House, in this town, on the third Monday in January next, for the purpose of choosing nine Directors of the said Bank, for the ensuing year, agreeably to charter.
By order of the President & Directors. GURDEN CHAPIN, Cashier.
Dec. 15.
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SUPERFINE FLOUR, Of a superior quality, manufactured particularly for family use, for sale by JANNEY & PATON.
Dec. 18.
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NOTICE.
HEREBY forewarn all persons from Hunting in any of my Inclosures on Blue Plains, with Dog or Gun, or from passing through the same on any pretence whatever; this practice has become so injurious to me that I am determined to prosecute the first person I find committing the like trespass, after the date hereof.
WILLIAM MARBURY.
Nov. 24.
12w5 1/2
Just received, and for Sale by
ABEL WILLIS,
A FRESH SUPPLY OF Rhode-Island CHEESE, Apples, Crab Cyder, by the barrel, of the first quality, Cranberries, Sweet Oranges, Lemons, by the box, Bed Rhode Island Potatoes, Mackerel, by the barrel, together with a general assortment of GROCERIES and NUTS.
TRACTS OF LAND, viz.
A tract in Loudoun county on Difficult Run, containing 300 acres. The soil well adapted for farming and a considerable proportion of it might easily be improved into meadow. There is a valuable mill-seat on the premises. It lies on the great road from the City of Washington, Alexandria and George Town to Leesburgh and Winchester, nineteen miles from Alexandria, less from the City and George Town and not more than three from the Great Falls of Potomac.
One tract containing 2,481 acres lying in the counties of Loudoun and Fauquier, called Ashby's Bent. The soil is that which is said to be most favorable to Paster of Paris, well watered by several never failing streams issuing from the mountain—part of this land is cleared and tenanted for lives.
One tract lying part in each of the above counties, containing 885 acres. Chatten's run passes through this tract and gives several valuable mill-seats. The soil is similar to the above tract and equally favorable to Paster of Paris.
A tract on the South Fork of Bullskin, containing 1600 acres—One allo, Head of Evans's Mill, containing 453 acres, and one on Wormley's line, containing 183 acres. These several tracts are in Jefferson (late Berkeley county)—the soil very similar in quality, and particularly adapted to the culture of Tobacco, Hemp, Wheat and Indian Corn, situated twelve miles from Harper's Ferry.
One tract containing 571 acres in Frederick county, this land is in the vicinity of the last mentioned tracts and equally valuable.
One tract in Hampshire county containing 240 acres—this tract, though small is extremely valuable. It lies on Potomac river, about 12 miles above the town of Bath (or Warm Springs) and is in the shape of a horse-shoe, the river running almost round it; two hundred acres of it are rich low grounds, with a great abundance of the largest Walnut and other trees, which with the produce of the soil, might (by means of the improved navigation of the Potomac) be brought to a shipping port with more ease and at a smaller expense, than that which is transported only 30 miles by land.
One third part of 1119 acres in Nansemond county near Suffolk, lying on the road from Suffolk to Norfolk and on Nansemond river—this land is considered extremely valuable by those who are acquainted with it.
One tract in Charles county, Maryland, containing 600 acres—it is very level and lies near the river Potomac.
One tract in Montgomery county, Maryland, containing 519 acres—This land lies about 30 miles above the City of Washington, not far from Kettoc-tan and is good farming land.
One tract in Pennsylvania, containing 234 acres—This land affords an exceeding good stand on Braddock's road from Fort Cumberland to Pittsburgh, and a large quantity of natural meadow fit for the scythe. It is distinguished by the appellation of the Great Meadows, where the first action with the French, in the year 1754, was fought.
One other tract on the Mohawk river, State of New-York, containing 1000 acres.
In North West Territory. Three tracts lying on Little Miami, containing 3051 acres.
In Kentucky. On Rough Creek, one tract containing 3000 acres; ditto adjoining 2000 acres. Indisputable titles can be given for the above lands. Lots in the City of Washington.
Two improved lots near the Capitol square 634. The improvements are, on each an elegant three story brick house.
Four other unimproved lots on the Eastern Branch, No. 5, 12, 13 and 14, in square 667. These lots are advantageously situated on the water.
ALEXANDRIA.
A few valuable lots in Alexandria, corner of Pitt and Prince-streets, three or four of which are let on ground rent at 3 dollars per foot.
WINCHESTER.
One lot in Town of half an acre, adjoining Doctor Makay's, enclosed with a good post and rail fence, and ano-
ther in the commons of about six acres.
Bath, or Warm Springs.
Two well situated lots, on one of the smallest building large enough to accommodate one family.
The terms of sale will be made known by application to either of the subscribers.
SAMUEL WASHINGTON, Culpepper county.
GEORGE S. WASHINGTON, Jefferson, do.
WILLIAM A. WASHINGTON, Westmoreland, do.
GEORGE W. P. CUSTIS, Mount Washington, Fairfax, do.
BUSHROD WASHINGTON, Mt. Vernon, do.
LAWRENCE LEWIS, Wood-Lawn, do.
August 30.
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NOTICE.
THE SUBSCRIBERS and MEMBERS of the MUTUAL ASSURANCE SOCIETY against FIRE on BUILDINGS in the state of Virginia, are hereby requested to attend their annual General Meeting, to be held at the Capitol in the city of Richmond, on Monday the third of January next.
Those who do not attend in person or by proxy, will be represented by the members of the state legislature, representing their respective counties or districts.
W. F. AST,
Principal Agent M. A. S.
Richmond, Nov. 17th, 1802.
WITH great satisfaction I can inform the public at large and the members of this necessary, useful and philanthropic society in particular, that it is in a flourishing situation; it increases rapidly. Since the first of January last it has augmented for upwards of fourteen hundred thousand dollars; so that there are actually declared for, five millions four hundred and forty-five thousand dollars in real property; for by insuring houses they become real property, which otherwise they are not.
The losses paid during this year amount to 1002 dollars, 25 cents; then when the loss is divided among the aforesaid sum, each hundred dollars has only to contribute one and three quarter cents; and if the enormous loss of one hundred thousand dollars were to happen, which never has been the case yet, it will only be eleven shillings for each hundred dollars. Who would not contribute that to aid so many unfortunate fellow-citizens to rebuild their houses? And the more so, when by that contribution, they insure at the same time their own property.
As the insurance increases so fast we come daily nigher to that desirable end to a General Insurance; when as we have I believe upwards of four hundred thousand houses in this state, the contribution if general would hardly be more than ten cents for each house per annum; when, for each house ten cents are contributed, it would in the state raise a sum from forty to fifty thousand dollars, which will pay on an average for about one hundred houses. It is well known that never so many burn every year; I believe they do not average thirty houses per annum.
As the state legislature meets on the 6th of next month, those who wish to pay their premiums may have a good opportunity to send their money to the Cashier General, to whom the money must be paid and no body else.
W. F. AST.
NOTICE.
THE SUBSCRIBERS and MEMBERS of the MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY against FIRE on GOODS and FURNITURE in the state of Virginia, are hereby requested to attend their annual General Meeting to be held at their General Office in the City of Richmond on Wednesday the 12th of January next.
W. F. AST,
Principal Agent, M. I. C.
Richmond, Nov. 17, 1802. (Dec. 1.
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SAMUEL BISHOP
Has received a large supply of
Hot Pressed
AND OTHER
PLAYING CARDS,
of various qualities: which he offers by the quantity or retail, at very moderate prices.
Oct. 11.
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PRINTED DAILY BY
S. SNOWDEN.