Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-12-22 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. IV.]
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1803.
[No. 942.
Public Vendue.
On FRIDAY , at 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, Rum in hogheads and barrels. French Brandy in pipes, Gin in pipes and bds. Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bds. Sugar in hds. tierces and bds. Coffee in tierces and bags, Chocolate White and brown Soap } in boxes, Mould and dip'd Candles } Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queens Ware in crates, FURNITURE, &c.
A variety of DRY GOODS,
Among which are, Cloths, Coatings, Kerseymeres, Duffles, Plains and Kerseys, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elasticks, blue Friezes, Calimancoes and Russells, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Mussins and Mussin Hand'is, India Mussins and Table Cloths Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Coloured Threads, Hats, And sundry other Articles. P. G. MARSTELLER.
Dec. 20.
Sales by Auction.
On SATURDAY , at 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, the corner of King and Union Streets. Rum in 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, Irish Linens, Cassimeres, Calicoes, Kerseymeres, Threads, Coatings, Chintzes, Halfthicks, Bedticks, Fearnought, Osnaburgs, Blankets, Sewing Silks, Planes, Mussin and Mussin Negro Cottons, Handkerchiefs, Worsted and other India Cottons, &c. Stockings, &c. THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
Dec. 20.
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.
Window Glass.
The Subscribers have received and offer for sale, 8 by 10, and 7 by 9, window glass, from the Baltimore Manufactory. The quality is excellent, and it will be sold at the Baltimore prices. They expect to receive very shortly, larger sizes from the same place. R. T. HOOE, & Co.
Dec. 2.
JUST PUBLISHED
By COTTON AND STEWART, and for Sale at their Store.
DEATH ABOLISHED;
A SERMON, Occasioned by the sickness which prevailed at Alexandria, during the months of August, Sep- tember, and October; giving a detail of that sickness, and of some of the views of Providence, in such calamitous visitations. With an Appendix, Containing facts, relative to the origin of the sickness, the extent of the mortality, the labors of the Committee of Health, and the contribu- tions for the relief of the poor. By James Muir, D. D. Pastor of the Presbyterian Church. December 1.
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 as- sortment 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 num- ber 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
Malaga Wine, Raisins, &c.
Just received, per the brig Celia, Capt. Bowen, from Malaga, 100 quarter casks Malaga Wine, 100 half qr. do. 20 qr. casks Mountain Wine of a superior quality, 50 baskets Almonds, 100 frails Figs, 150 quarter bds. Raisins, 200 boxes Muscatel do. 200 do. Bloom do. 15 boxes Lemons, which will begin landing this day at our wharf. J. and T. Vowell.
Who have also on Hand,
FOR SALE ON REASONABLE TERMS, Jamaica Spirit entitled to drawback, Mulcovado Sugar in tierces and bds. superior old Port Wine, do. Madeira do. Turks Island Salt, mould Candles, 40 bds. prime new Beef, Ruffia Duck, white Ruffia Sheeting, Drillings, Raven- duck, &c. &c. Dec. 9. d
SECOND NOTICE.
In the Case of JAMES SMITH, a Bankrupt. WHEREAS a Commission of Bankruptcy, founded upon the act of Congress passed on the 4th day of April, 1800, entitled "An act to establish an uniform system of Bankruptcy throughout the United States," hath been awarded and issued forth a- gainst James Smith, of Dumfries, in the state of Virginia, Merchant, and he having been declar- ed a Bankrupt—he is hereby required to surrender himself to the Commissioners, in the said Com- mission named, or a major part of them, on Fri- day the 9th, and Saturday the 17th days of this present month, December, and Monday, the 9th day of January next, at 10 o'clock in the fore- noon on each day, at the Commissioner's Office, (the house of Benjamin Parke) in the town of Fredericksburg—and make a full disclosure of his estate and effects; when and where his cre- ditors may attend to prove their debts; at the second meeting to chuse assignees; and at the last sitting, the said Bankrupt is required to finish his examination.
All persons indebted to the said Bankrupt, or who have any of his effects, are not to pay or de- liver the same, but to whom the Commissioners shall direct. BENJAMIN PARKE, Secretary to the Commissioners. Commissioners Office, Fredericksburg, Dec. 1, 1803. } d
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, fearnoughts, duffle blankets, point and rose do. striped kerseys, plaids, half thicks, cadders, kerseymeres, swansdowns, velvets, corduroys and thicksets, Scotch carpeting, Brussels do. stuffs and corded dimities, canvas and twine, German linens, feine 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
JANNEY and PATON
Have just received, per the brig Polly, and for Sale, 24 hds. } New England Rum, 56 bds. } 75 tons Plaister Paris. And on hand, as usual, a general assortment of GROCERIES. And about 1250 tons Plaister. Farmers will find it to their interest, when pur- chasing, to look at this plaister, as they certainly will be able to please themselves as to quality. It lays very convenient to a water carriage, and may be put on board a vessel free of cartage. Dec. 9. d
Wm. H. and Enoch M. Lyles,
HAVE JUST RECEIVED, By the brig Franklin, from Philadelphia, and are now opening at their NEW STORE, on KING STREET, next door to BENNETT and WATT'S, A general and well selected Assortment of Fall and Winter GOODS, Which they will sell at the most reduced prices for CASH. Nov. 5. d
For Sale or Rent.
A convenient two story brick house, com- pletely finished, situated on Water Street, be- tween King and Prince Streets—immediate pos- session will be given. Apply to JOSEPH RIDDLE. Nov. 30. d
JAMES BACON,
At his Store on King Street, within one door of Washington Street, has just received, a quanti- ty of well assorted
PATENT SHOT,
which, with a general assortment of Teas, Sugars, Coffee, Wines, Brandy, Spirits, and generally ev- ery other article in the grocery line, he offers for sale on the most moderate terms. Oct. 15. d
WILLIAM OXLEY
Has received by the Ann from Liverpool and Atalanta, via Baltimore, from London, FALL GOODS, which he offers for sale on reasonable terms. Sept. 30. d
Just received,
And for sale by Wm. HARTSHORNE, A few hundred bushels RHODE ISLAND POTATOES. 14th M. 10. d
Ten Dollars Reward.
Missing—supposed to be stolen, a large SILVER WATCH, double gilt, capped and jewelled, makers name M. Tobias, & Co. Bell Dork, London, No. 2554—second hand, with a stop; I. McK. engraved on the pendant; the hour, second, and minute hand of gold. The above reward will be given for the recovery of the watch, and Ten Dollars more on the convic- tion of the thief. Enquire of the Printer. Nov. 28. d
Thirty Dollars Reward.
RANAWAY from the subscriber on the 29th of October last, a negro man slave named BOB, about 20 years of age, five feet nine inches high straight limbed and well formed; said slave hath an impediment in his speech which prevents his readily replying to a question. He commonly wears ear-rings. He took with him a variety of good clothing, a description of which is unneces- sary, as it is probable he has changed them. He has been frequently seen about town since he ab- sconded, and in all probability is now secreted by his mother, Winney Brown, formerly the slave of Mr. JOHN MUIR, late of this town, but now said to be free. The above reward will be paid for securing said Negro BOB, in any goal, and a further reward of Ten Dollars for the dis- covery of those who have been accessory to his concealment. Captain's of vessels, &c. are forewarned at their peril, not to take him away. ROBERT B. JAMESSON. Nov. 15. d
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, cin- namon, bottle green, different shades; light, dark, and Oxford mixtures; also, one piece su- perfine milled French blue, suitable for cloaks; ca- ssimeres, velvets, velveteens and cords all colors; fancy swansdowns, Russian ditto, silk mouselin & velvet;—with a number of different coloured coatings and napt friezes, some of which are mill- ed;—flannels, twilled and plain, fashionable and plain buttons, &c. &c. Four good Journeymen wanted immediately. October 27. d
JONAH THOMPSON & SON
HAVE RECEIVED, By the late arrivals, their assortment of FALL GOODS, which are now opening at their Warehouse the up- per end of Fairfax Street. Oct. 26. d3m
For Sale or Charter,
The Schooner Patience, 107 tons burthen, fifteen months old, lately fitted and is in fine order to re- ceive a cargo. For terms apply on board at Herbert's wharf, or to Ricketts, Newton & Co. Dec. 10. d
For New-York.
The Brig CYRUS, JOHN JOHNSON, Master: For Freight or Passage, ap- ply to the master on board, lying at Col. Ran- dall's wharf, or to J. G. LADD. Nov. 25. d
For Charleston, (South-Carolina.)
or The West-Indies, as Freight may offer, The new Schooner PATIENT SALLY, MICHAEL FISHER, Master: will carry about 600 bds. and be rea- dy to receive a cargo in a few days. Apply to the Master on board, or to Daniel M'Clean. Dec. 12. d
Tunis Craven,
Has just received and is now opening at his store in King-Street a few doors above McKittrick's. Bennett and Watt's, a handsome assortment of Fall and Winter Goods, Consisting of superfine broad cloths, and cas- simeres, coating, forest cloth, kersey, and half- thicks, striped and rose blankets, friezes, flannels, toilinet and swansdowns, Russia Sheeting, ravens- duck, dowlas, creas and ticklenburgs, brown and white platillas, Irish linen, long lawn and fine cotton shirting, an elegant assortment of cambrie mussins, white and coloured fine India mull, mull and prigg do. fashionable chintz and calicoes, tur- niture do. ladies extra long cotton gloves, French and English silk pick neck, & lace do. 6.4 satin stripe and fancy bordered cambrie shawls, white and coloured camel's hair do. patent sewing cotton threads, laces, bobbin, &c. &c. The above goods will be disposed of on the usual terms for cash. Nov. 21. d
JOHN G. LADD
Has for sale at his warehouse, Prince Street wharf, good bushels coarse Salt, 15 hds W. India Rum, 30 pipes best Holland Gin, 150 bds. Beef and Pork, A quantity of Soot Leather and Shoes of all sorts, 50 pieces of Russia Duck, 100 boxes mould and dip'd-tallow Candles, 50 do. Spermaceti do. 7 hds. and 80 bds. Sugar, 10 do. Molasses, 2 tons of Cordage assorted, 2 cases bandanna Handkerchiefs, 7 bales India Cottons, 1 box Perfumery, 1 do. Fans, A few Feather Beds with Pillows and Bolsters of the best Ticking, An assortment of playing and blank Cards, Bar Iron, Stone Lime reined, Salt Petre, Ground Ginger, Pearl Ash, Rice, Starch, Writing Paper, Glass, Hops, Cotton Yarn assorted, &c. &c. Nov. 1. d
Benjamin Shreve, jun.
Has for sale at the corner of Prince and Union Streets, 9 bales India cottons One case bandanna handkerchiefs, China, Longee and Pulicat do. 30 pieces Black Satin, 2 cases fur hats, Table and tea sets china, Barrels East India Sugar, Kegs raisins, dipped candles and soap, Country gin, Malaga wine, Red soya leather, and about 3 tons first quality Russia cordage, well assorted, which will be sold cheap. Dec. 5. d
Fairfax Court House.
I wish to Rent, for one or a term of years, the House and premises at present occu- pied as a TAVERN at this place. The build- ings are large and convenient, and others, if ne- cessary, will be made to accommodate a good tenant. Perhaps no situation in the country pro- mises greater advantages in the Public Line; it being now determined that the paved Turnpike Road is to pass this route. Any person qualified for the undertaking, and who wishes such a situ- ation, will please to make application to the sub- scriber, near the Court House. A store house and land for cultivation, can also be had, if required. Richard Ratcliff. Dec. 15. d3v

Public Sale.
On Friday next at 3 o'clock in the afternoon will be sold at the late dwelling of Jesse Pugh, Duke Street.
All the Personal Estate of the said Pugh, consisting of a variety of Household and Kitchen Furniture, Teas, Coffee, Sugar, Flour, Meal, &c. &c. P. G. MARSTELLER.
Dec. 20.
For Charter or Sale,
THE SHIP PRESIDENT,
About 240 tons burthen—Two years old, and a fast sailer.
For sale on very moderate terms if taken away immediately, About 1500 bushels Lisbon Salt, And 50 barrels PORK. Wm. HODGSON.
Dec. 20.
For BOSTON,
The Schooner POLLY, JOSHUA BANGS, Master,
Will sail in five days. For freight or passage apply to the matter on board at Lawraison and Smoot's wharf, or to JOHN G. LADD.
December 17.
For Sale or Charter,
The Brig FOX,
About 950 barrels burthen, a staunch, strong, well built vessel, only three years old. A freight to the East of Europe would be preferred. For further particulars apply to the Captain on board at Hepburn's Wharf, or to LEWIS DEBLOIS.
Dec. 20.
For Freight or Charter,
To the West-Indies, or any Southern Port,
The new Schooner PRINCE, Cornelius Weeks, Master;
burthen about 550 bks. of flour; will be ready to receive a cargo in two days. Apply to the captain on board, at Merchants' Wharf, or to Henry K. May & Co.
December 17.
Valuable Property for Sale,
ADJOINING THE TOWN OF ALEXANDRIA. Will positively be sold on Thursday the 29th day of this month on the premises.
Eighty-three acres of LAND,
adjoining the Town of Alexandria, formerly the property of Mr. Baldwin Dade, and now owned by Col. Nathaniel Pendleton, of New York.
This Land lies at the upper end of the Town, and fronts on the river Potomac, so as to include two good fisheries, and runs back between the Town and Mr. Dade's present dwelling house, crosses the George town road, and runs between the race ground, and Messrs. Wendall's, Conway's, Simms's, and Fitzhugh's Lots, to Mr. Charles Alexander's back line, known by North 6—that part of the Land lying between the river and the George town road, has been laid off into Lots of two acres corresponding with the squares in Town, and Fairfax, Royal, Pitt, St. Asaph, Washington, and Columbus Streets extended, with cross streets of the same width, and will be sold in whole or half squares; the Land west of the George town road will be sold in lots of from two to five acres each, as may best accommodate purchasers. Considerable trouble has been taken to render the title clear, and freed from every possible encumbrance or prospect of litigation.
The terms of Sale will be one fourth of the purchase money payable on the first day of March next, and the remainder in nine and eighteen months a negotiable note will be required for the first payment, and a security on the property for the balance. This property is beautifully situated for building Lots, lying in a long slip from the river to the top of the hill, which ranges with Mr. Dalany's house, and the whole of it fronting with a full view of the Town, and extending back to a range of highly improved meadows; the plan and survey made by Col. Ghipin, may be seen at any time on application.
Charles Simms, } Attorneys George Deneale, } in fact to Edmund J. Lee, } Nathaniel Pendleton.
December 9.
RAN-AWAY,
From the subscriber living in Fauquier County, a negro man named
ZACHARY.
HE is a very tall black fellow, clean limbed, has lost the finger next the little one on his left hand, stutters much in speaking, and is about 20 years old.
He was at Mr. Travis Daniel's in Stafford, about a fortnight ago, and had a pass certifying him to be a free man, said to be signed with the name of the Clerk of Fauquier. I will give Thirty Dollars to any person delivering me the said negro in Fauquier county, and all lawful charges, and Two Dollars extra for his pass, or Twenty Dollars for lodging him in any jail, so that I get him again.
JAMES STIGLAR.
All masters of vessels are forewarned from carrying him off.
Dec. 16.
Printing in all its variety executed at this office with neatness and correctness.
Mr. Snowden—As the extent of the authority of the Mayor and Commonality of Alexandria, over NUISANCES, is not generally known, be pleased to reprint the law of 1800, relative to that subject, and oblige the advocates for LIMITED POWER.
AN ACT,
For the prevention and removal of Nuisances.
Section 1. WHEREAS it is necessary for the preservation of the health of the inhabitants, that all Nuisances should, as far as possible, be prevented, and should be speedily removed:
Be it therefore enacted by the Mayor and Commonality of the town of Alexandria, That it shall be the duty of every person, on whose property there shall be any cellar, hole, or sunken place, containing stagnant water, to drain or fill up the same: and whoever shall suffer any stagnant water to remain on his or her property, shall forfeit One Dollar for every twenty four hours it shall so remain.
Section 2. If there shall be any stagnant water, or other nuisance remaining on any unoccupied property, the owner of which shall reside out of the corporation, and shall neglect to remove such nuisance, the commissioners of the streets shall have the place containing the stagnant water filled up or drained, and any other nuisance removed; and proceed to recover the expence from the proprietor, in the manner prescribed by an act of the General Assembly, passed on the 16th of December, 1796.
Section 3. No grave shall be dug within the limits of the town, or in the public burying ground belonging to the corporation, of a less depth than six feet. The Mayor, for the time being, shall, whenever he may judge necessary, appoint a grave digger for the public ground; and no grave shall be dug in the said ground, without the consent of the Mayor, or some magistrate of the corporation. Whoever shall offend herein shall forfeit and pay Five Dollars.
Section 4. No person shall keep or make use of any slaughter house within the limits of the town. Every person who shall herein offend shall forfeit & pay Five Dollars for every week such slaughter house shall be kept or made use of by him as aforesaid. And no person exercising the trade of a butcher, shall slaughter any animal within the said limits, for the purpose of being exposed to sale, under the penalty of Two Dollars for every offence.
Section 5. If any animal shall die or be killed, and shall be likely to become offensive to the inhabitants, the owner, possessor, or other person into whose hands such animal shall come, shall immediately remove the same, to the distance of three quarters of a mile, at least, from the limits of the town. Any person whose duty it shall be to remove any such animal, who shall neglect to remove the same, in the manner herein directed, within two hours after the death thereof, or after it shall have come to his or her possession, shall, for every hour afterwards he or she shall so neglect, forfeit and pay One Dollar.
Section 6. It shall not be lawful to clean fish, or any of the fleeces and wharves, or public docks; and any person who shall clean fish in any other place within the town, shall immediately remove the offal thereof, so as to prevent the same from becoming offensive to the inhabitants. Whoever shall herein transgress shall, for each offence, forfeit and pay Two Dollars; and shall moreover be subject to the further penalty of Two Dollars, for every hour any such nuisance shall remain after he or she shall have been requested to remove it.
Section 7. Every owner or occupier of any lot, on which any necessary is now erected, or shall hereafter be erected, shall keep the same in good repair, and shall not suffer it to become a nuisance, or offensive to the neighbourhood—under the penalty of forfeiting Two Dollars for every twenty four hours such necessary shall continue to be offensive, after he or she shall have received notice thereof from any warden of the corporation.
Section 8. No person shall keep in his or her storehouse, warehouse, or yard, or in any other place, any fish, beef, pork, or other animal or vegetable substance, after it has become putrid or damaged in such a manner as to become offensive. Any person so offending, shall forfeit and pay Two Dollars for every twenty four hours he or she shall keep any such animal or vegetable substance, after having been required to remove the same by any warden of the corporation.
Section 9. No distiller, for pot still, tallow chandler, hatter, or other person, shall discharge any filth or offensive substance into the streets or alleys, under the penalty of One Dollar for every offence.
Section 10. No swine shall be permitted to go at large, within the limits of the town. It shall be lawful for any white person, who shall find any swine so going at large, to kill and destroy, or seize and take the same to his or her private use—or to deliver them to the keeper of the poor-house, for the use of the poor. It shall be the duty of the constables of the corporation, and they are hereby required, to seize, for the use of the poor, all swine they shall find going at large, contrary to this act, and to deliver them to the keeper of the poor-house. For all swine so delivered by the constables or any other person, the keeper of the poor-house shall pay, if demanded, one penny per pound gross weight.
Section 11. In all cases where there shall be any nuisance on property owned by a person residing out of the corporation, the occupier shall remove the nuisance; and if it be not occasioned by himself, may deduct the expence of such removal
from any rent which may become due. Every occupier who shall neglect to remove any nuisance as hereby directed, shall be liable to the penalties imposed by this act.
Section 12. When any inhabitant shall be inconvenienced by a nuisance on the property occupied by his neighbour, he shall make complaint to the warden of the ward in which such nuisance lies. It shall be the duty of the warden, to inquire respecting the same, and to make report thereof to some magistrate of the corporation. The magistrate shall, immediately summon the parties, and any witnesses he may think necessary to appear before him; and if it appear that the nuisance should be removed, he shall make such order for the removal as he may think proper, and shall have power to impose a fine, and award execution against the owner or person in whose possession such property may be, not exceeding Five Dollars, for every twenty-four hours it shall remain after such order.
Section 13. The several wardens of the corporation, shall see this act strictly complied with, and enforce the payment of all fines incurred for breaches thereof.
Section 14. All fines and penalties imposed by this act, shall be to the use of the Mayor and Commonality, and shall be recoverable by warrant, or by petition, action of debt, or information, in any court of record, as the case may require.
Section 15. All former acts containing any thing within the purview hereof, are hereby repealed; except as to so much thereof, as may relate to any offence done, or fine or penalty incurred, before the commencement of this act.
Passed the 5th of February 1800.
From the New-York Evening Post.
NEW PAMPHLET.
NUMBER II.
We closed our last number of the review of this interesting and valuable performance with an extract shewing that Governor Clinton had at least as poor an opinion of Mr. Jefferson, as a statesman and a republican, as the federalists themselves have always had. We have seen that he declared in terms, that "he had long entertained an unfavorable opinion of Mr. Jefferson's talents as a statesman, and his firmness as a republican. And is it not for our having been frank and open in expressing these very sentiments that the Clintonians have for years been incessantly branding us as the most wicked calumniators? Again; we have seen, that Governor Clinton at the same time declared, that "he conceived Mr. Jefferson to be an accommodating trimmer, who would change with times and bend with circumstances, for the purposes of personal promotion?" Let me now ask if the federalists have ever published any thing worse of Mr. Jefferson as a public man than this? Does it not indeed amount, in plain language, to saying that he was an unprincipled villain who would achieve his own personal aggrandizement at the price, if necessary, of his country's ruin? I think in all conscience this is speaking ill enough of any one; it is not very easy to represent a man in a much worse light than his excellency has Mr. J. To proceed, "Impressed with these sentiments, he could not with propriety, (said Governor Clinton) acquiesce in the elevation of a man destitute of the qualifications essential to the good administration of the government." I believe not indeed. After declaring him to be without either talents or integrity, it was hardly necessary to add, that "he could not acquiesce in his elevation." But, said he, with energy, if Mr. Burr was the candidate, I would act with pleasure and with vigor." Would you so Governor? or did you only mean to come a little blarney over the Colonel? Because if your confidential friends are to be believed, you at that time thought him every whit as bad a man as Mr. Jefferson, and very much such a character. That the public may see we do not speak "without book," we will refresh the Governor's memory with a few passages from a work said to be written by his hopeful nephew, De Witt Clinton, or by his instrument James Cheetham, but at any rate published with his approbation and openly patronized by him and by all the party. From this it will appear that the turpitude of Col. Burr is not a late discovery, but was as well known to them all at the very period when the Governor swore he would promote his election, with all his soul, as it is now.
In the first open attack made on Colonel Burr, in a pamphlet entitled, "A narrative of the suppression by Col. Burr," &c. page 10, he is declared to be a man "habituatd to secret movements and dark consultations," guided by "inordinate views of personal ambition," and one in whom the public can repose no confidence. In page 29, however, his character is thus drawn by them at full length: "It is fearful to reflect upon what our condition would, in all probability be, were Mr. Burr at the head
of our government. It cannot be concealed that he is a man of desperate fortune; bold, enterprising, ambitious and intriguing; thirsting for military glory and Bonapartian fame." [Thus far, it is not pretended the patriot resembles Mr. Jefferson, but read on]. "A man of no fixed principle, views as a politician, of boundless vanity and listless of the public good; one who is pursuing with "an appetite keen as death and a hand steady as time" projects disreputable to himself and injurious to the country."—Such is the man (they add) who "fit to disturb the peace of the world" is endeavoring by little arts to supplant the chief magistrate, and to estrange the affections of the people from him. This indeed has been his uniform practice from the very moment the republicans agreed to support Mr. Jefferson as president and himself as Vice-President." Yet after this agreement was entered into, the virtuous, patriotic Governor Clinton, declared "with energy" he would act with vigor to support him were he only the candidate for the presidency instead of the "accommodating trimmer" they had pitched upon Mr. Jefferson.
Such being the opinion the Clintons hold of our worthy President of the United States; let us now see what was Mr. Burr's opinion of him. In page 18 of the work last quoted, it is stated that Mr. Burr observed to Wood, on reading the character he had drawn of Mr. Jefferson, that he did not think it "exactly descriptive of that illustrious person. He observed that Mr. Jefferson was not a man of genius; he was a plodding, mechanical person, of little activity of mind, and possessed of a judgment not very discriminative. Mr. Jefferson, he said, had also another great failing: he courted and was fond of popularity; Now when we recollect that according to them Mr. Burr is a man habituated to secret movements and dark consultations and one "who appears solicitous only to wrap his actions in profound mystery, this language, especially to such a fellow as Wood, amounts to about the same thing held by Clinton. To court and be fond of popularity to a sailing is, in Mr. Burr's dialect equal to an "accommodating trimmer" in Governor Clinton's and what the honest and independent federalist calls an unprincipled, ambitious demagogue.
Having thus disposed of the two highest officers in the government, and shown the public, in what degree of estimation they are and have long been both held by those who exerted all their "energy" to promote their elevation, we shall proceed to exhibit the characters of some, of inferior note to be sure, but still who occupy exalted stations. Let us not incur the charge of slander for doing this, for it is to be remembered we are only republishers. Parodying a celebrated writer, we may exclaim, none but those intimately acquainted with them in their most confidential hours, and masters of their choicest secrets could have described them so well. Following their own order we begin with the notorious Ambrose Spencer. The reader will however bear it in mind that we do not republish all that is said of the several personages that are to pass in review before him; for that he must turn to the pamphlet itself, in which, if he is fond of seeing strong invective conveyed in an energetic, lively, and generally speaking, correct style, he will be amply gratified. To confess the truth, we are inclined to steer clear of a libel where we have no object worthy the risk, though to gratify our numerous readers as far as possible, we mean to go pretty near the wind.
Ambrose Spencer, has twice been thus imposed upon the middle district as its senator, when not a solitary town in any of the counties that compose it, could be found to nominate him—Having at the commencement of his political career, attached himself to the federal party, he acted faithfully with them, until the end of the year 1798. At that period he was a member of the council of appointment, and with characteristic ferocity, advised the indiscriminate ejectment of republicans from office, and in his own peculiar elegant phraseology declared, that with him, republican and rascal were synonymous terms.
Early in 1799, impressed with a conviction that he had served his party and its principles with fidelity, he sought as usual a compensation for his services.
About this period the office of comptroller was vacated, by the resignation of Mr. Jones, and on that the patriotic Mr. Spencer fixed his hopes. Mr. Jay, however, understood his character, and rejected his application with disdain. Mortified and disappointed, moved by malice, and fired with resentment, he burst the frail ligaments that bound him to his party, and leapt at once in the bosom of his former enemies. By them to their shame he has been cherished. And by the worst combination of individual folly, with the perverseness of party spirit, he has been hurried through a variety of lucrative and honorable appointments.
* I am informed these were his precise words.

Without the aid of genius, or a single he has been raised to an elevated station, by which the reputation of the party has been heed- lessly endangered, its honor degraded and betray- ed. For what purposes this insult has been of- fered to the dignity of the state, cannot be conjectured. For none certainly that can jus- tify this outrage upon the feelings of the pub- lic."
Such is one of the men at whose disposal those who called themselves the republican party, placed the office & emoluments of this state, and who, it is well known, exercised his authority with what they aptly call "characteristic ferocity;" but which it is too, too well remembered they also at that time, before they found themselves excluded from any participation, defended and justified. Truly may we say, "Their mischief hath re- turned upon their own heads, and their violent deal- ings upon their own pate."
(To be Continued.)
BOSTON, Dec. 12.
Arrived, ship Mary, Hoyt, Rotterdam, 42 days. Left the Levant, Sillslug, of Boston; Columbia, Marblehead; Redress, Baltimore; Brutus, Bradford, Duxbury; Magnet, Lewis, N. York; Perseverance, Dickson, Norfolk; Aberdeen, Blair, Ed- inborough. The four last were laden with to- bacco from Virginia; had been detained 5 weeks by the French commercial agent, he having all their papers, and would not permit them to discharge their cargoes, in consequence of their having touched at Falmouth for orders. The Mary having passed the examination of the Dutch com- mandant at Helvoetsluys, was permitted to proceed, but was detained by the French commodore, in consequence of the Dutch muster-roll of the Mary's crew, not being signed by the French commercial agent at Rotterdam, and the captain was obliged to make a journey to Rotterdam to have it signed, after which she was permitted to proceed: but this was the cause of 48 hours detention, and the loss of a good wind.— October 28, arrived the Susan and Eliza, Woodbury, Gloucester. Off Goree, spoke schooner Sea Flower, of Damariscotta, from Alexandria, & barque Nixon, Shaw, from Havre, both bound in. In half an hour after the pilot left the Mary, off Go- ree, she was boarded from the Caroline, British frigate, and one seaman was im- pressed, viz. William Foster, born at New- buryport, with a legal protection from the custom house at that place, dated June 13, 1803. Citizen Guse, the French com- mercial agent at Rotterdam, had, a few day's previous to the Mary's sailing, offer- ed the consignees of the tobacco ships li- berty to unload, provided they would ex- port two thirds of the amount of said car- goes in produce or manufactures of the country. This, though an arbitrary pro- posal, was agreed to by the consignees and masters, and the bonds presented to citizen Guse, to sign; but he spread his wings and flew away, and left them to pursue some other mode to enable them to ex- tricate themselves from their unpleasant situation.
Same day, a brig from Baltimore, in 20 days.
Same day, the Trial, Newcomb, Wil- mington, (N. C.) Friendship, Snow, Rich- mond.
December 13.
From Holland
Capt. Hoyt, who sailed from Rotterdam on the 29th of October, informs, that arrangements at that time were still actively making for the descent on England. The carpenters in the navy-yard and private ship yards were all employed in building boats for the expedition. Every fishing-boat fit for sea, was put in requisition. A general embargon was daily expected. The British cruisers sink or burn all the fishing boats they can catch on the coast of Holland.
Capt. Hoyt favored us with papers to October 27. Extracts from them will be found under the foreign head.
A Dutch paper, of October 19, which contain- ed an address from Buonaparte, on the subject of the mediatised invasion of Great Britain, was gi- ven by capt. H. to the officer of a British cruiser who requested it.
Hamburg, Oct. 11.
A defensive alliance, between Russia, Sweden, and Denmark, is talked of.
October 18.
It is said the first consul and the king of Swe- den are to have an interview at Brussels, on the proposal of the former.
Rotterdam October 20.
The French seem to have perfectly succeed- ed in all their wishes with respect to Spain and Por- tugal.
It is whispered that the grand expedition will not take place till March.
October 26.
The minister at war has sent fresh orders to the commanding the different camps of Irish Lolland, to hasten as much as possi- ble for the expedition.
Oct. 17. at Ostend will not be light.
ed up any more any darning the war, to prevent it proving serviceable to the enemy.
We are informed that the portable house which has been built in the Rue de Buffault, is intended for the use of the first consul, during the winter campaign he intends making. It is composed of a bed room, a closet and a kitchen, and may be taken to pieces at will, and easily transported on two post waggons. This portable house is now on its way to Amiens, from whence it will be forwarded wherever occasion may require.
Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22.
Wanted immediately. —A so- ber steady man, to deliver this paper to its patrons in town—to one well re- commended good wages will be given.
LOUISIANA.
By the last mail government has receiv- ed dispatches from New Orleans, dated as late as the 29th ult. by which it appears that Mr. Landais, who was charged with the original orders to Mr. Laussat to receive Louisiana from Spain, arrived there late on the 25th ult. and that the 30th at noon was appointed by the Spanish and French Commissioners as the time for the delivery on the part of Spain and the receipt of pos- session on the part of France. By subse- quent accounts from Natchez as late as the 2d of December the forces of the United States were embarking in order to proceed with Governor Claiborne and Gen. Wil- kinson, the American Commissioners, to receive and occupy the country, in the name of the United States.
(Nat. Int.)
Extract of a letter from a gentleman re- siding near the Natchez, dated Decem- ber 2.
"The governor set out this day for New Orleans with a number of troops, with the determination to take possession by force, if the Spanish should refuse the delivery: which I suppose they will not. The go- vernor received a letter from general Wil- kinson last night informing him that the Spanish were making preparations to de- liver the post, and to receive our troops on friendly terms."
Another letter of similar date, states, That information had been that morning received from New Orleans, that that place would be delivered without any difficulty being made.
Citizen Alire Raffeneau Delile has been recog- nized by the President of the United States, as his commissary of the French republic in the state of North Carolina, to reside at Wilmington, where he arrived the 15th ult.
MARRIED.
On Wednesday the 30th of November, by the Rev. Mr. Wm. Harrison, Col. Francis Mair, of the Grampian Hills, Dinwiddie county, to the amiable and accomplished Mrs. Anne Downman, relict of Col. Rawleigh P. Downman, of Rocky Hill.
Congress of the United States.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
MONDAY, December 19.
A message was received from the President of the United States, advising the House that he had signed the act REPEALING the act establishing an uniform system of BANKRUPTCY through- out the United States.
Mr. Lattimore presented a memorial from the House of Representatives of the Mississippi terri- tory, representing the inconvenience experienced by the settlements on the Tombigby and the Alabama rivers from their remote situation from the seat of government.
Referred.
An engrossed bill giving effect to the laws of the United States in the territory ceded by France to the United States was read the third time.
Mr. Lyon, after making a few remarks, moved to recommit the bill.
Motion lost without a division.
The Yeas and Nays were then taken, at the instance of Mr. Lyon, on the passage of the bill —Yeas 88—Nays 13.
The House read the amendments of the Senate to the salary bill, and referred them to a com- mittee of the whole to-morrow.
The House went into a committee of the whole —Mr. Dawson in the chair, on the following report of the Post Office committee.
REPORT.
The Committee on the subject of Post Office and Post Roads, to whom was referred a resolution on the 2d ult. directing them to enquire by what means the Mail may be conveyed with greater security and dispatch than at present, between the City of Washington and Natchez and New Orleans,
REPORT.
That the late cession of Louisiana by France to the United States, renders it an object of pri-
mary importance to have the nearest and most expeditious mode of communication established, between the City of Washington and the city of New Orleans the capital of that province; not only for the convenience of government, but to accommodate the citizens of the several commer- cial towns in the union.
That at present the mail is conveyed on a circuitous route from this place to Knoxville and Nashville in Tennessee, and from thence through the wilderness by Natchez to New Orleans, a distance of more than 1,500 miles.
That by establishing a post route as nigh on a direct line between those two cities, as the Blue Ridge and Alleghany mountains will admit of, will not only lessen the distance about 500 miles; but as this route will pass almost the whole way through a country inhabited, either by citizens of the United States or friendly Indians, the mail will be more secure, and the persons employed in transporting it, better furnished with the means of subsistence.
The committee flatter themselves that the views of the general government in effecting this important object, will be seconded by the go- vernments and citizens of those states through which this road will pass, by laying out straight- ening and improving the same, as soon as the most proper course shall be sufficiently ascertain- ed; but as this has not heretofore been used for conveying the mail between those places, they presume that the best route will be better known after it has been used for this purpose, than it can be at present; and with this view of the subject they deem it improper at this time to designate intermediate points; they are therefore of opin- ion—
That a post road ought to be established from the City of Washington, on the most direct and convenient route to the Tombigby settlement in the Mississippi territory, and from thence to New Orleans.
And further that a post road ought also to be established from the said Tombigby settlement to the Natchez. This road will not only afford the inhabitants of that place a direct mode of commu- nication with the seat of the territorial govern- ment, who at present are destitute of any, but will shorten the distance between this city and Natchez, nearly three hundred miles. And for the consideration of the House, the committee submit the following resolution:
Resolved , That a post road ought to be es- tablished from the City of Washington, on the most direct and convenient route, to pass through or near the Tuckabatchee settlement to the Tom- bigbee settlement in the Mississippi territory, and from thence to New Orleans; and from the said Tombigbee settlement to Natchez.
Mr. Stanford moved the insertion of the follow- ing words, "and Carter's ferry, on James river, Coles Ferry on Stanton, Danville on Danriver, in Virginia, Salisbury, Beatty's Ford on Catau- ba, in North Carolina, Spartanburg, Greenville C. H. Pendleton C. H. in South Carolina, and Jackson C. H. in Georgia."
His object being to designate the intermediate points of the route between the seat of govern- ment and New Orleans and Natchez.
This motion was supported by Messrs. Stan- ford, J. Randolph, Early, Earle, and Macon, on the principle that it was proper that Congress should designate the route, and on the ground that the route, contemplated by the amendment would be the fittest.
On the other hand, the motion was opposed by Messrs. Thomas, Smith, Holland, Claiborne, S. L. Mitchell, and G. W. Campbell, on the ground that a discretionary power should be reposed in the post master general to designate the route, and on the ground that if Congress should under- take to designate the route, the one fixed by the amendment, was not an eligible one.
Mr. Dennis declared himself in favor of the house exercising the power of designating the route, but was not sufficiently informed to vote on any particular line.
Mr. R. Griswold moved that the committee of the whole should rise and ask leave to sit again, with the view that leave should be refused, and the report recommitted to the post office commit- tee, in order to obtain from them a detailed re- port that would furnish the house with satisfactory information.
The motion was supported by Mr. Gregg, and opposed by Mr. Thomas and carried. Ayes 70.
The house then refused leave to the committee of the whole to sit again. Ayes 19—and recom- mitted the report to the post office committee.
A Charity Sermon.
WILL be delivered on Sunday next at the Episcopal Church, by the reverend Thomas Davis, at the parti- cular request of the members of Lodge No. 22—The brethren will move in procession from their Lodge room, precisely at 11 o'clock. Visiting Bre- thren are respectfully invited to at- tend.
By Order of the Worshipful Master. WM. PATTON, jun. Sec'y.
There will be no service at the Presbyterian Meeting House on the forenoon of Sunday next.
Dec. 21.
Cash given for clean linen and cotton rags.
Notice is hereby Given, THAT an ELECTION for Fifteen Direc- tors of the Marine Insurance Company of Alexan- dria, will be held at the Court House in Alexan- dria, on Monday the 16th day of January next By Order.
J. B. Nicholls, Sec'y.
Dec. 22.
Mr. A. Davis, at Richmond, and Mr. T. Green, Fredericksburg, will please publish the foregoing in their papers until the day of the Election.
Douglass and Mandeville,
Have just received and for Sale,
20 Boxes } Fresh RAISINS, 20 Keqs } 10 qt. casks Malaga Wine. 5 Trails of soft shell'd Almonds.
December 22.
cont.
Wanted to Purchase or Hire,
A NEGRO WOMAN from 20 to 35 years of age, capable of washing and ironing, and who can be well recommended. Apply to the Printer. Dec. 22.
TO RENT,
A three story brick WAREHOUSE, situate at the lower end of King Street. Enquire of the Printer. Dec. 22.
I will Rent,
For one year on moderate terms, and give imme- diate possession, my HOUSE and LOTS, in the town of Dumfries, adjoining the court house, and lately occupied by captain George Williams, as a tavern. The terms will be made known on application to Mr. William Smith, of Dumfries, or the subscriber.
The above property will be sold to the highest bidder, on a credit of one, two, and three years, at Prince William court house, on the 5th day of March next, being court day. A clear and in- disputable title will be made to the purchaser, or purchasers, on the day of sale; on he or they giving bonds with approved security, to bear in- terest from the date if not punctually paid.
A minute description of this property is deem- ed unnecessary, as it is presumed those inclined to rent or purchase, will first view the premises.
James Mitchell.
Dec. 22.
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Public Sale.
Will be added to Fridays Sales,
1 Trunk of Chintzes, 1 do. Calicoes, 1 do. Dimities, Cambric, Muslins &c. 1 do. Worsted and Cotton Stockings, Fine and coarse Cloths, Velvets, &c. &c.
PHILIP G. MARSTELLER.
December 21.
A CARD.
Mr. GENERES has the honor to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Alexandria, that his third PRACTISING BALL will be on Thurs- day next 22d inst. to commence at 6 o'clock in the evening. Dec. 20.
Flaxseed Hogsheads.
THE subscriber has for sale, at his cooper's shop, near Col. Hooe's Wharf, a few flaxseed hogsheads, and flour barrels.
CHARLES JAMIESON.
N. B. Two or three Journeymen coop- ers wanted.
November 18.
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WANTED TO HIRE,
FOR one year, twenty able bodied NEGRO MEN, to be employed on the Little River Turn- pike Road. Good usage to, and punctual pay- ment for their services, may be relied on. Any persons who have, and are disposed to Hire, will please give the earliest notice to the subscriber, who is duly authorised to contract for that num- ber, on behalf of the President and Directors of the Little River Turnpike Company.
Richard Ratcliff.
Dec. 15.
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FORT FOLIO.
THE Patrons of the Port Fo- lio, and the public generally are in- formed, that on the first day of Janua- ry next, the publication of the fourth volume will commence.
The friends to this establishment will please recollect, that one of the most necessary stipulations is the payment of one years subscription, (Five Dollars) in advance.
Subscriptions or arrearages will be thankfully received for the Editor, by the Editor of the Alexandria Advertiser, who is his agent in this place.
To Let,
THE frame Warehouse on King Street, two doors above Pitt Street, now occupied by Am- rose Vasse. Possession will be given on the 27th of this month—apply, in the absence of the subscriber, to Col. Dennis Ramsey.
R. I. TAYLOR.
August 15.
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INDIA GOODS.
I have received twenty four bales of India Goods. CONSISTING OF Beecham Garbhs, Gazapoor do. Beerpoor C. do. Patna Chintz, Maw Sannas, Mizzipoor do. J. hanna do. Blue Gilla Hhfs. Mamarpoor do. Sooty Romall do. Jallapoor do.
Benjamin Shreve.
Dec. 12.
GEORGE N. LYLES
R espectfully informs his friends and the public in general, that he has received a general supply of Fall and Winter Goods , which he offers for sale at his store in Fairfax street, on the most reasonable terms. Also, A quantity of Seine Twine.
Nov. 10.
To be Sold,
Pursuant to the last Will and Testament of Mann Page, deceased, on Monday the 2d day of January next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, at Mannsfied, his late residence, All the personal Property belonging to his Estate:
Consisting of about One Hundred and Sixty NEGROES, together with all the stock of Horses, three Mules, Cattle, Sheep, Plantation Utensils, and about 1000 barrels of Corn. Amongst the Negroes are seven very valuable Carpenters, three excellent Blacksmiths, two Millers and some other tradesmen. The greater part, if not the whole, of this valuable property, will be sold on a credit of 12 months; the purchaser giving bond with approved security, to bear interest from the date, if not punctually paid. All sums under twenty dollars must be paid in money.
There is also to dispose of, at private sale, and on the foregoing terms, a number of
LOTS
in Hanover town, county of Hanover, including the Tobacco Warehouses at that place; a House and Lot in the town of Bath; or Berkley Springs, and 3000 acres of
TENNESSEE LANDS,
belonging to said estate. All persons having claims against said Estate, will please make them known as speedily as possible; and those indebted will, it is hoped, be forward in making payment to
Robert Patton,
Administrator with the Will annexed. Frederickburg, Dec. 1.
ELEGANT EDITION
or The HOLY BIBLE.
PROPOSALS
For Printing by Subscription, (in four handsome octavo volumes) THE HOLY BIBLE, CONTAINING The Old and New Testaments.
CONDITIONS.
It shall be printed on a superior wove paper, with an elegant new type. The price to subscribers will be Two Dollars per vol. in boards, or Two Dollars and Fifty Cents , handsomely bound and lettered. To those who subscribe for several copies, a discount will be made, proportioned to the number subscribed for.
THE advantage of having this invaluable Book printed on a large type, and at the same time, in portable and convenient volumes, appears so evident, that the encouragement necessary to warrant an undertaking of such magnitude, is confidently expected; a portable volume would often be taken up, in a moment of leisure, when the size of a large, unwieldy folio, would operate as an apology for leaving it unopened; in this way, small portions of time would be profitably employed, which might otherwise be totally lost. In large families a Bible in volumes, affording an opportunity for several to read at once, may sometimes be peculiarly convenient: it seems superfluous to add much on this subject—suffice it to say, that no reasonable expense or pains shall be spared, to render this edition of the Holy Scriptures both correct and elegant.
The above work is in press, and will be finished about the end of the present year.
Subscriptions received by R. and J. Gray, King street, where a specimen of the paper and printing may be seen.
JUST RECEIVED,
First quality Bloom and Muscatel Raisins by the box, Prunes by the box, Olives by the box, Grapes by the jar or smaller quantity, Sweet Oranges, and A general assortment of Groceries, &c.
Dec. 10.
ROBERT and JOHN GRAY
Have just received, A large supply of superfine Eagle, Henry the 8th, and Merry Andrew PLAYING CARDS, and a few dozen blank Cards of a good quality.
Nov. 9.
Just Received,
Muscatel and Bloom Raisins by the box, Fresh Prunes, English Grapes by the jar or pound, Olives just from Malaga, English Walnuts and Figs, Large Oranges, Limes and Lemons, R. I. Apples by the barrel, Do. Cheese, Potatoes, Cranberries, Onions, and best dried Codfish for family use.
A. WILLIS.
Dec. 13.
ROBERT and JOHN GRAY
Have lately received. LINN'S SECOND LETTER, In answer to Dr. Priestley's Defence of his Pamphlet, entitled, Socrates and Jesus compared—62 1/2 cents. Hear Both Sides, a new Comedy, by Holcroft—25 cents, and D'Iselli's Narrative Poems, 37 1/2 cents. December 16.
BENNETT and WATTS
HAVE IMPORTED, Per the ship Shepherds , from London, via Norfolk,
SHAD and HERRING TWINE
of a superior quality, Fashionable London made Hats, Irish Linens from 1510 to 4510 Sterling, Sewing Silks, best London Pewter, Best British FF and battle Gunpowder. They expect, by the first arrival from New York, Russia Sheetings and Patent Shot, BB to No. 8, &c. &c.
They want a young man who can come well recommended, as a Clerk and assistant in a Dry Goods' store.
Dec. 17.
Notice is hereby given,
To the Stockholders of the BANK OF ALEXANDRIA, that an Election will be held at the Court house in this Town, on the third Monday in January next, for the purpose of choosing nine Directors of said Bank for the ensuing year, agreeable to charter.
By order of the President and Directors, GURDEN CHAPIN, Cashier.
December 15,
The Printers of the Virginia Gazette, Richmond; Virginia Herald, Frederickburg; & the Virginia Centinel, Winchester, are requested to insert the above till the day of election.
HOUSES TO LET.
THE subscriber having removed from Alexandria, is desirous of letting his TWO HOUSES in Water street, situated upon the north and south corners of Jefferson street. They are well fitted to the accommodation of small families, have an uninterrupted and extensive view of Potomac, with well enclosed gardens and necessary outbuildings attached.
A few unimproved lots under fence, adjoining the above for rent or sale.
For Particulars apply to Mr. D. W. Scott, nearly opposite the premises, or to R. I. Taylor, Esq. King street.
Dec. 6.
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 Negro, or secure him and give me information thereof, shall receive the above reward.
AUG: J. SMITH.
Fairfax County,
Aug. 3.
JOSEPH RIDDLE and Co.
Have Imported, In the ship Ann , from Liverpool, and Atalanta from London, a handsome assortment of FALL GOODS, which will be opened in a few days.
Oct. 6.
HENRY S. EARL
Respectfully informs the public that he has removed his merchandise to King street, next door to R. and W. P. Richardson, where he has for sale,
SUGAR in barrels, Coffee in bags and bis. Molasses, Teas of different kinds, Soal Leather, Tanners' Oil in bks. Cyder by the barrel, Salt of different kinds.
He will sell low,
a well improved HOUSE, with a Store in front, on the East side of Fairfax street, and nearly opposite to Ricketts and Newton's range of stores. Application to be made as above, or to Jacob Hoffman.
Dec. 9.
Printing in all its variety executed at this office with neatness and dispatch.
In obedience to a Decree of the County Court of Fairfax, on the first Monday in January, if fair, if not the next fair day, will be exposed to sale upon the premises, on a credit of 6, 12, and 18 months:
A TRACT OF LAND,
Containing 300 acres, more or less, by Josiah Watson, to Charles Higbie, to secure a debt owing by him to the said Higbie; this land fronts a considerable way upon the new Turnpike road, and is laid off into a number of convenient lots, a plan of which may at any time be seen by applying to George Gilpin. Negotiable notes with an approved indorser, will be requested for securing the first payment, when deeds will be executed to the purchasers and trusts taken upon the property to secure the other payments. It may be observed, that on this land there are a number of beautiful situations, well calculated for elegant country seats, and the whole well adapted either as places of residence for such families as might wish to retire from town in the summer season, or for the accommodation of tradesmen and laborers at all times.
JAS. KEITH, GEO. GILPIN, FRANCIS PEYTON,
Commrs.
Dec. 10.
TO LET,
A good three story BRICK HOUSE, on Prince street, lately occupied by Mr. Lawrence, between the stores of Mr. Ramsey and Mr. Hodgson, possession will be immediately given—for terms apply to AARON HEWES, who lives four doors above, or to
JOHN HARPER, Sen't
December 15.
A Gardner Wanted.
WANTED a person qualified to undertake the management of a large market garden. A person well recommended will meet a good employ; he should have a knowledge of the marketing but fines, &c. A single man would be preferred. Apply at Mount Washington, one mile from George Town Ferry.
JOHN BALL, Manager.
Mt. Washington,
November 14.
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To rent for one or two years, the STORE and CELLAR I at present occupy; also a STORE and CELLAR on King street, near Mott's Tavern.
FOR SALE.
A LOT OF GROUND,
Containing five acres, one mile from town laying between the Georgetown road, and the river, near Mr. Hodgson's, on which is a small House. SAMUEL CRAIG.
Nov. 19.
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JOSHUA RIDDLE
BEGS leave to inform his friends and the public, that he has just received a very complete Assortment of Fall Goods,
consisting of best superfine, fine and coarse cloths, of every colour, kerseymere, swansdowns, thicksets, fancy cords, velvets, kerseys, halthicks, plains and kendal cottons, rose and striped blankets, flannels, baizes, coatings, napt frizes, scarlet cloaks, stockings, ticklenburgs, osnaburgs, Hessian rolls. Also, a variety of
FANCY GOODS,
the whole of which he offers at the most reduced prices, for ready payment, or on the usual credit to those whose punctuality may be relied on.
Nov. 1.
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NOTICE.
THE subscribers and members of the Mutual Assurance Society against Fire on Buildings of the state of Virginia, are hereby requested to attend their annual general meeting, to be held in the capitol, in the city of Richmond, on the second day of January next, agreeable to law. Those who do not attend in person or by proxy, will be represented by the members of the state legislature representing the county wherein the respective members reside, or by the senator of their respective districts.
W. F. AST, Principal Agent, M. A. S.
Richmond, Nov. 27, 1803.
NOTICE.
THE 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 Richmond, on the eleventh day of January next.
W. F. AST, Principal Agent, M. I. C.
Richmond, Nov. 29, 1803.
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JOHN TUCKER
Has for sale, at his warehouse, King street, near the wharf,
500 Spanish Hides, 35 bds. green Coffee, 12 do. Mucovado Sugar, 35 bds. do. do. 1200 bushels allum Salt, 800 do. Liverpool fine do. 18 quarter casks Malaga Wine, 20 bds. Herring,
And Groceries as usual, which he will sell low for cash, or barter for flour.
Dec. 9.
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FOR SALE BY
WILLIAM HARTSHORNE,
AT HIS STORE ON KIRK'S WHARF, LOWER END OF WOLF STREET, New-England Potatoes, Coarse Salt, Midlings and Shoulders of Bacon on very low terms,
Ready made Bags, Bar Iron, Philadelphia Loaf and Lump Sugar, Indian Meal, Rye Meal, Shorts and Bran, Superfine Flour in barrels and half barrels, Large and small vessels may be conveniently accommodated with Wharfage on moderate terms.
STORES to let on the Wharf, or goods received in them on Storage.
A large STORE on Hoe's Wharf to sell or let—with the privilege of receiving and shipping goods free of wharfage.
A small HOUSE on Water Street next door to Major Muncaster's, for sale.
A number of LOTS in good situations for sale or to let on ground rent. Alex. 12th mo. 20th.
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I have just received, A SUPPLY OF FRESH TEAS, And MUSCATEL RAISINS, New Jersey Cheese of a superior quality, patent mould and drop Shot, best FF English Gunpowder, Fig Blue and excellent Segars.
On Hand—A general Assortment of Spirituous Liquors, Wines and Groceries, warranted genuine.
William Ramsay.
Nov. 25.
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The Marine Insurance Association continue to meet at their office every day from 12 till 2 o'clock.
Wm. Gruerman, Broker.
Oct. 12.
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FOR SALE,
By the subscribers, at their store corner of Washington and Prince streets,
Jamaica, Antigua and N. E. Rum, by the and/or barrel, Molasses, brown and loaf Sugar, do. Imperial, young hyson and hyson skin Teas, Soal Leather, Salt of different kinds, China by the box, An assortment of India Mullins and German Linens,
Soap and Candles, James river Tobacco, Spinning Cotton, Herring and Shad, Wrapping Paper, An assortment of Cloths, Stuffs, Swansdowns, &c. suitable to the approaching season. They continue to purchase FLOUR as usual.
Denney and Powell.
Oct. 29.
612w
Notice.
An application will be made to the ensuing Assembly to incorporate a Company to form a Turnpike Road to Hay Market, from the most convenient point on the Turnpike Road now conducting from Alexandria, by Centerville to Little River. Fauquier, Nov. 28. (Dec. 1) 112w2w.
For Sale, by
ROBERT & JOHN GRAY,
WHEATON'S
GENUINE PATENT JAUNDICE
BITTERS,
A MEDICINE extremely useful when Jaundicy and Bilious Complaints are so prevalent among the citizens of America and the West Indies. They are a useful and efficacious Medicine for curing Jaundicy and Bilious disorders, and removing that sinking, faint, distressed feeling at the stomach, difficulty of breathing, loss of appetite, and sleepy, dull heaviness in the forepart of the day, weakness and trembling of the limbs, dizziness of the head, and yellowness of countenance, complaints so common to jaundicy and bilious people.
Also removing constipation of the bowels, obstructions of urine, cholicky complaints, pukings and purgings, indigestion, sick head ache, rheumatic complaints, &c. (which arise from a collection of foul bilious matter in the stomach) and at long restoring the constitution to strength and vigor.
They are also found very useful to carry off worms, and cure rickety children, and may be used with safety in all constitutions, ages and sexes.
The many cures that have been effected in New England, by the above medicine, (as may be seen in the bills) prevent the necessity of further recommendation.
LIKewise,
Wheaton's Patent Lich Ointment.
The only medicine in the world which will certainly cure the ITCH, without having in it any thing either dangerous or disagreeable; it being composed mostly of ingredients never before discovered or used in that disorder. One box cures a person, and there need be no washing after the use of it, as the skin is generally left clean and smoother after the use of it than before.
August 2.
PRINTED DATE
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