The national intelligencer and Washington advertiser. (Washington City [D.C.]), 1803-01-26 00:00:00

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER,
AND WASHINGTON ADVERTISER.
Vol. III
WASHINGTON CITY, PRINTED BY SAMUEL HARRISON SMITH, PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE.
No. CCCLIV.
FIVE DOLLS. PER ANN.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26th, 1803.
PAID IN ADVANCE.
For the NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER.
Towards the latter end of last December I received a letter from a venerable patriot, Samuel Adams, dated Boston, Nov. 20. It came by a private hand, which I suppose was the cause of the delay. I wrote Mr. Adams an answer dated Jan. 1st, and that I might be certain of its receiving it, and also that I might know of its reception, I desired a friend of mine at Washington to put it under cover to some friend of his at Boston, and desire him to present it to Mr. Adams. The letter was accordingly put under cover while I was present and given to one of the clerks of the Post-Office to seal and put in the mail. The clerk put it in his pocket-book, and either forgot to put it in the mail, or supposed he had done so among other letters. The Post-master General, on learning this mistake, informed me of it last Saturday, and as the cover was then out of date, the letter was put under a new cover with the same request and forwarded by the post. I felt concern at this accident, lest Mr. Adams should conclude I was unmindful of his attention to me; and therefore, lest any further accident should prevent or delay his receiving it, as well as to relieve myself from that concern, I give the letter the opportunity of reaching him by the news-papers. I am the more induced to do this, because some manuscript copies have been taken of both letters, and therefore, there is a possibility of imperfect copies getting into print; and besides this, if some of the federal printers, (for I hope they are not all base alike) could get hold of a copy they would make no scruple of altering it and publishing it as mine. I therefore send you the original letter of Mr. Adams and my own copy of the answer.
THOMAS PAINE.
Federal City, } Jan. 22, 1803. }
BOSTON, Nov. 30th, 1802.
SIR, I have frequently with pleasure reflected on your services to my native, and your adopted country. Your Common Sense, and your Crisis unquestionably awakened the public mind, and led the people loudly to call for a declaration of our national independence. I therefore esteemed you as a warm friend to the liberty, & lasting welfare of the human race. But when I heard, that you had turned your mind to a defence of infidelity, I felt myself much astonished, and more grieved, that you had attempted a measure so injurious to the feelings, and so repugnant to the true interest of so great a part of the citizens of the United States. The people of New-England, if you will allow me to use a Scripture phrase, are fast returning to their first love. Will you excite among them the spirit of angry controversy, at a time, when they are hastening to unity and peace? I am told that some of our new-sheets have announced your intention to publish an additional pamphlet upon the principles of your Age of Reason. Do you think, that your pen, or the pen of any other man can unchristianize the mass of our citizens, or have you hopes of converting a few of them to assist you in so bad a cause? We ought to think ourselves happy in the enjoyment of opinion without the danger of persecution by civil or ecclesiastical law.
Our friend, the present President of the United States, has been calumniated for his liberal sentiments by men, who have attributed that liberality to a latent design to promote the cause of infidelity. This, and all other calumnies have been made without a shadow of proof. Neither religion, nor liberty can long subsist in the tumult of altercation, and amidst the noise and violence of faction.
Felix qui cautus.
Adieu.
SAMUEL ADAMS.
Mr. Thomas Paine.
To SAMUEL ADAMS.
My dear and venerable friend,
I received with great pleasure your friendly and affectionate letter of Nov. 30th, and I thank you also for the frankness of it. Between men in pursuit of truth, and whose object is the happiness of man both here and hereafter, there ought to be no reserve. Even error has a claim to indulgence, if not to respect, when it is believed to be truth. I am obliged to you for your affectionate remembrance of what you call my services in awakening the public mind to a declaration of independence and supporting it after it was declared. I also, like you, have often looked back on those times, and have thought, that if independence
had not been declared at the time it was the public mind could not have been brought up to it afterwards. It will immediately occur to you, who were so intimately acquainted with the situation of things at that time, that I allude to the black times of Seventy-six ; for though I know, and you my friend also know, they were no other than the natural consequences of the military blunders of that campaign, the country might have viewed them as proceeding from a natural inability to support its cause against the enemy, and have sunk under the despondency of that misconceived idea. This was the impression against which it was necessary the country should be strongly animated.
I now come to the second part of your letter, on which I shall be as frank with you as you are with me. "But (say you) when I heard you had turned your mind to a defence of infidelity, I felt myself much astonished, &c." What, my good friend, do you call believing in God infidelity? For that is the great point maintained in the Age of Reason against all divided beliefs and allegorical divinites. The bishop of Llandaff, (Doctor Watson) not only acknowledges this, but pays me some compliments upon it in his answer to the second part of that work. "There is (says he) a philosophical sublimity in some of your ideas when speaking of the Creator of the Universe ."
What then (my much esteemed friend) for I do not respect you the less because we differ, and that perhaps not much, in religious sentiments) what, I ask, is this thing called infidelity ? If we go back to your ancestors and mine, three or four hundred years ago, for we must have had fathers and grandfathers or we should not be here, we shall find them praying to saints and virgin, and believing in purgatory and transubstantiation, and therefore all of us are infidels according to our forefathers belief. If we go back to times more ancient we shall again be infidels according to the belief of some other forefathers.
The case, my friend, is, that the world has been overrun with false and creeds of human invention, with sectaries of whole nations, against other nations, and sectaries of those sectaries in each of them against each other. Every sectary, except the quakers, has been a persecutor. Those who fled from persecution persecuted in their turn, and it is this confusion of creeds that has filled the world with persecution and deluged it with blood. Even the desecration on your commerce by the Barbary powers, sprang from the cruelties of the church against those powers. It was a war of creed against creed, each boasting of God for its author, and reviling each other with the name of infidel. If I do not believe as you believe, it proves that you do not believe as I believe, and this is all that it proves.
There is however one point of union wherein all religions meet, and that is in the first article of every man's creed, and of every nation's creed, that "has any creed at all. I believe in God ." Those who felt here, and there are millions who do, cannot be wrong as far as their creed goes. Those who chose to go further may be wrong, for it is impossible that all can be right since there is so much contradiction among them. The first, therefore, are in my opinion on the safest side.
I presume you are so far acquainted with ecclesiastical history as to know, and the bishop who has answered me has been obliged to acknowledge the fact, that the books that compose the New Testament were voted by creeds and nays to be the word of God as you now vote a law, by the popish councils of Nice and Laodicea, about 1450 years ago. With respect to the fact there is no dispute, neither do I mention it for the sake of controversy. This vote may appear authority enough to some, and not authority enough to others. It is proper however that every body should know the fact.
With respect to the Age of Reason , which you so much condemn, and that I believe without having read it, for you say only that you heard of it, I will inform you of a circumstance because you cannot know it by other means.
I have said in the first page of the first part of that work, that it had long been my intention to publish my thoughts upon religion, but that I had reserved it to a later time of life. I have now to inform you why I wrote it and published it at the time I did.
In the first place, I saw my life in continual danger. My friends were falling as fast the guillotine could cut their heads off, and as I every day expected the same fate, I resolved to begin my
work. I appeared to myself to be on my death bed, for death was on every side of me, and I had no time to lose. This accounts for my writing at the time I did, and so nicely did the time and the intention meet, that I had not finished the first part of that work more than six hours before I was arrested and taken to prison. Joel Barlow was with me, and knows the fact.
In the second place, the people of France were running headlong into Atheism, and I had the work translated and published in their own language, to stop them in that career, and fix them to the first article (as I have before said) of every man's creed, who has any creed at all, I believe in God . I endangered my own life, in the first place, by opposing in the convention the execution of the king, and labouring to shew they were trying the monarchy, and not the man, and that the crimes imputed to him were the crimes of the monarchical system; and I endangered it a second time by opposing Atheism, and yet some of your priests, for I do not believe that all are perverse, cry out, in the war whoop of monarchical priest-craft, What an infidel! What a wicked man is Thomas Paine! They might as well add, for he believes in God, and is against shedding blood.
But all this war whoop of the pulpit has some conceited object. Religion is not the cause, but is the stalking horse. They put it forward to conceal themselves behind it. It is not a secret that there has been a party composed of the leaders of the Federalists, for I do not include all Federalists with their leaders, who have been working by various means for several years past, to overturn the Federal constitution established on the representative system, and place government in the new world on the corrupt system of the old. To accomplish this a large standing army was necessary, and as a pretence for such an army, the danger of a foreign invasion must be bestowed forth, from the pulpit, from the press, and by their public orators.
I am not of a disposition inclined to suspicion. It is in its nature a mean and cowardly passion, and upon the whole, even admitting error into the case, it is better, I am sure it is more generous, to be wrong on the side of confidence, than on the side of suspicion. But I know as a fact, that the English government distributes annually fifteen hundred pounds sterling among the P. P. & P. ministers in England, and one thousand among those of Ireland, and when I hear of the strange discoveries of some of your ministers and professors of colleges, I cannot, as the quakers say, find freedom in my mind to acquit them. Their anti-revolutionary doctrines invite suspicion even against one's will, and in spite of one's choice to believe well of them.
As you have given me one scripture phrase I will give you another for these ministers. It is laid in Exodus, chapter 22, verse 28, " Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people ." But those ministers, such I mean as Dr. Emmons, curle ruler and people both, for the majority are, politically, the people, and it is those who have chosen the ruler whom they curle. As to the first part of the verse, that of not reviling the gods , it makes no part of my scripture. I have but one God.
Since I began this letter, for I write it by piece-meals, as I have leisure, I have seen the four letters that passed between you and John Adams. In your first letter you say, "let divines, and philosophers, statesmen and patriots, unite their endeavors to renovate the age by inculcating in the minds of youth the fear and love of the Deity, and universal philanthropy ." Why, my dear friend, this is exactly my religion, and is the whole of it. That you may have an idea that the Age of Reason (for I believe you have not read it) inculcates this reverential fear and love of the Deity, I will give you a paragraph from it:
"Do we want to contemplate his power? We see it in the immensity of the creation. Do we want to contemplate his wisdom? We see it in the unchangeable order by which the incomprehensible whole is governed. Do we want to contemplate his munificence? We see it in the abundance with which he fills the earth. Do we want to contemplate his mercy? We see it in his not withholding that abundance even from the unthankful."
As I am fully with you in your first part, that respecting the deity, so am I in your second, that of universal philanthropy ; by which I do not mean merely the sentimental benevolence of wishing well, but the practical benevolence of doing good. We cannot serve the Deity in the manner we serve those who cannot do without that service. He
needs no service from us. We can add nothing to eternity. But it is in our power to render a service acceptable to him, and that is not by praying, but by endeavouring to make his creatures happy. A man does not serve God when he prays, for it is himself he is trying to serve, and as to hiring or paying men to pray, as if the Deity needed instruction, it is in my opinion an abomination. One good School Master is of more use and of more value than a load of such persons as Dr. Emmons and some others.
You, my dear and much respected friend, are now far in the vale of years; I have yet, I believe, some years in store; for I have a good state of health and a happy mind, and I take care of both, by nourishing the first with temperance and the latter with abundance.
This, I believe, you will allow to be the true philosophy of life. You will see by my third letter to the citizens of the United States, that I have been exposed to, and preserved through, many dangers, but instead of buffeting the Deity with prayers as if I distrust him, or must dictate to him, I repented myself on his protection; and you, my friend, will find, even in your last moments, more consolation in the silence of resignation than in the murmuring will of prayer.
In every thing which you say in your second letter to John Adams respecting our rights as men and citizens in this world I am perfectly with you. On other points we have to answer to our Creator and not to each other. The key of heaven is not in the keeping of any fee, nor ought the road to it to be obstructed by any. Our relation to each other in this world is as men, and the man who is a friend to man and to his rights, let his religious opinions be what they may, is a good citizen, to whom I can give, as I ought to do, and as every other ought, the right hand of fellowship, and to none with more hearty good will, my dear friend, than to you.
THOMAS PAINE.
Federal City, } Jan. 1. 1803. }
From a late LONDON PRINT.
On the propriety of opposing the ambitious projects of BONAPARTE.
Ministers have hitherto sat with folded arms, gaping spectators, only of every stride of ambition BONAPARTE has made, from his taking unto himself the Italian Republic, to his plans, enclosing, of reducing that of Batavia to a more absolute state of subjection. Step by step, BONAPARTE proceeds, or rather, finding no opposition, he is taking two or three steps at once. He has the affairs of Germany, Switzerland and Holland, all in his hands at this moment. These we speak of as great concerns, on which the existence and independence of these nations depend, without advertting to his disputes with England, his intrigues in the Mediterranean, &c. It becomes essentially necessary for this country, therefore, to remonstrate against his conduct, and to set up a resistance to it before the measures he has in view take effect. After the nations we have mentioned are reduced beneath his yoke, he may then say to Britain, should we complain hereafter, "You suffered me to do all this without a murmur, and what reason had I to suppose my conduct would disturb the harmony existing between us? You have suffered me in silence, which I construed into consent, to make these changes; and being made they cannot be undone." Hence it becomes an urgent duty in our government to stop him in the course of his career. An ambitious, vain-glorious man, like BONAPARTE, must be checked at one period or another. He will go on while there is an independent government in Europe, aye, in the world. One of the happiest qualities of the British constitution is, that it checks an ambitious minister who may be driving the nation to destruction against the will of the country. BONAPARTE has no check upon him in France, and unless the other powers can establish a check, he will attempt to encroach the shores of the Baltic & the British Sea with his dominion. We never view the insulting, domineering course he is pursuing, without inveighing against those men, who have enabled him to do all this. Who never France was defeated, low and desponding, disposed consequently to make peace on reasonable terms and to maintain it, they spurned at every overture of peace, treated with haughtiness and contempt all advice for putting an end to the war, and negotiated only when the scene was reversed, when we were prostrate, and France was triumphant; when either peace could not be
obtained, or only such a one as could not last long, such a one, so disgraceful that it should disgust the friends of peace, and fill the advocates for war with joy. This state is the natural consequence of the glory and power BONAPARTE had acquired, when the peace was made, and of the despair as to her real object to which England was reduced. Had peace been made in the reverse description of circumstances, then France would have been as eager to maintain it as England has been; and if our government had been guided by a magnanimous desire of preserving tranquility, it might have been lasting. But while we discharge our duty in blaming the English government for choosing only unfit periods for negotiating peace, we are not bound to the misconduct of France. — If the English ministers were intoxicated in the moments of their success, and refused to stop, in what they thought their glorious career, France now does the same, far surpassing the modest ambition the British Cabinet at any time displayed. — We censured the English Cabinet for not negotiating peace at the most favourable periods, and for this, we were called Jacobins, advocating the cause of France. If it were Jacobinical to contend for peace, who are now the Jacobins? who contended for such a peace, as might be safe, honorable, and permanent? But as we censured the anti-pacific spirit of the British Cabinet at former periods, so now for the same reason do we condemn the anti-pacific spirit of the Cabinet of France. If a war breaks out, we think there will not be found a man in Britain to deny, that it has been wholly provoked, grossly and wantonly provoked by France. It must be admitted, the present British Cabinet has done every thing, even to meanness, to preserve peace. The guilt of a war will be wholly on BONAPARTE's head; and we are deceived, if it will not fall heavily. In the circumstances under which peace has been concluded, it remains with BONAPARTE to preserve it. He has abused his trust in a grossly. Call you this peace? Piedmont, the Italian Republic, Switzerland, Holland, Germany, embroiled, partitioned, subjected. Peace we conceive to be the adjustment of all external quarrels by a nation.
His France settled her external quarrels? Has she not rather sought new ones than adjusted the old? This is not Peace, but that state of terror, which the law describes to be "panting in fear," and which it seems a breach of the Peace. It is not always necessary that blows should be struck to constitute an assault; it is not necessary that swords should be drawn and guns fired to constitute a state of warfare. The possession of territory is usually the object of a war, it is almost universally the subject of dispute in making Peace. And is not BONAPARTE obtaining more territory, more power, by this Peace , as it is called, than France did within the same time by open war? In the debates on the Definitive Treaty, Ministers said they rather would have renewed the war than have granted one point more to BONAPARTE; and that much as had been conceded (alluding to the Italian Republic) this consolation remained, that nothing more would be yielded to France. Some of the Alarmists took this up in the House of Lords, and said it would be one great reason with them for submitting to the peace, and to the overgrown size of France, that assurances were given the would be suffered no further to extend her dominion. How can ministers meet Parliament and say they have kept their promise, if they remain passive during every stride of ambition BONAPARTE makes?
We think the tables will be turned on BONAPARTE, and that he will be obliged to yield as much as he has advanced. It is his interest to preserve peace, and he is too cunning not to know it. No war, according to any reasonable calculation, can raise him to a higher degree of power and military glory than he now enjoys. He truckled to our armaments last February, and signed the definitive treaty. Truckled, in signing such a treaty; Indeed, this seems to be non-sense; but he would have extorted more concessions, and would have no longer protracted the negotiation, had it not been for our menaces. And if ministers speak in a firm tone, he will yield. The change of ministry, at St. Petersburg, gives hopes that the Emperor of Russia has seen his real interests. A great personage in this country is indignant at the usurpation of Hanover, and the attempt that has been made to exchange it; the Emperor of Germany, and most of the States of the Empire, must wish for nothing so much as an opportunity of revenging themselves on

France.—Switzerland is already in arms, and Italy is much disposed to join her. Under all these circumstances, Bonaparte will panic before he endangers a war by persevering in his present conduct.
From the London Morning Post.
On the question of peace or war, the public tone has this week changed with very little reason, in consequence of the approach of the French ambassador. A few days ago, every one talked of war as inevitable; now, we are told, all is peace. This language rises its rise from persons about government; and is circulated by others, who know nothing, and reason not. Why is it all peace now? Because Andreossi is arrived, and finances are given to a desire to explain, and accommodate every difference. This is mere artifice on the part of France. Remonstrance against remonstrance, and obstinacy against obstinacy, had proceeded so far, that negotiation was at a stand. In spirit, this government was at war with France, when to day it was agreed that the French ambassador should be sent; and some fair promises, meaning nothing, perhaps, were made. From a state of war, in spirit, we have now arrived at a state of negotiation. This is all we have advanced; this is the "it's all peace," of which those speak who neither know nor think. This negotiation too is not to commence upon a single point, or upon a few unimportant questions of no difficulty. It is to commence upon a variety of objects, upon all the most difficult points in the treaty of Amiens, and upon new and still more embarrassing questions.
The fate of Malta, we are told by the confidential paper of government, is not settled. Our troops still have a hold of Egypt, the Bays are not provided for as we will, and jealousies have arisen of the influence of France at Constantinople, and of the mission of Gen. Brune. Switzerland, Piedmont, Holland, Germany—the liberation of all these countries must co-into discussion besides, the disposal of the isle of Elba, Louisiana, &c. and the ambition and restlessness, "the hostile disposition" of Bonaparte; to these we may add, the state of the commercial relations between the two countries, on which our government freely complains. These are some of the subjects of jealousy on the part of our government. On the part of France, complaint is made respecting the liberty of the press, the Bourbon Family, the retention of Malta, the non acknowledgment of the new republics, &c. The whole of this, and other points, remain to be adjusted; and still we are told, it's all peace. The real difficulties in the way of sincere amity between the two nations are acknowledged; they remain to be removed. At the commencement of this delicate work, each party declares itself in a high, a haughty, and an intractable manner; and still we are told, it's all peace. The definitive treaty of Amiens was truly called the preliminary peace; the definitive peace is yet to be negotiated; negotiated too while the parties are not in the most pacific temper. Serious were the menaces of England, that Bonaparte sent Andreossi, and precipitated his departure to avert a storm which threatened to burst; but whether with a design of yielding, or of only amusing, cannot be known. In the moment of the arrival of the French ambassador, ministers feel the impropriety of holding any other than mild and hopeful language; but their hopes are more in their words than in their throats. Hence some cry "it's all peace!" It is said that "if any compromise can be made with respect to the conquests we still retain, referring to us even less than our just demands, we trust ministers will be disposed to evince their moderation by accepting such a compromise, rather than have recourse to the dreadful alternative of war." What is meant by this language? Is peace again to be built on the same rotten foundations on which it was placed by the treaty of Amiens? That treaty was complained of for this:—that it abandoned all the great interests of the country to gratify a Jewish, selfish spirit. Religion and civil society were abandoned, but we got Trinidad; order and regular government were left to shift for themselves, but we got Ceylon; Holland and Switzerland were left in the hands of France, but we got Trinidad; Italy and Germany were left at the mercy of the chief Consul, but we got Ceylon, Ceylon and Trinidad! The possession of these islands was the answer to every objection against the peace. And do we imagine France made no use of this argument against us? Do we suppose she did not tell the powers of the continent, England abandoned them all, abandoned her lofty pledges about civil order, religion, &c. for the bribe of a spice island, and a sugar island.
LONDON, November 2.
The Monitor describes a war on the continent, as a civil war in the bosom of the western nation, meaning the whole continent of Europe. France calls herself the Great Nation, meaning that she is the head of the western nation; and Bonaparte, as head of the great nation, is styled the arbiter of kings and people, implying that he can dispose of every
king and every tribe of people in the western nation. Indeed there is not a country in Europe, Russia and Britain alone excepted, over which he does not, in some degree, exercise sovereignty. He gives peace to Europe; he gives his mediation to different states; and he gives constitutions to his neighbors. He has just given his mediation between Sweden and Tripoli, by which he has procured a treaty for the former, as if Sweden were one of his children under his protection, one of the children of "the Western Nation." Of course, it would be rebellion in any state of Europe to lift the sword against France. The Monitor plainly avows it would be civil war. While this is laid down as the system of the continent, Bonaparte pushes aside Britain as a petty island not belonging to the great family.
November 5.
The progress of the First Consul occupies much of the attention of the papers. He has visited the principal manufactories on the way to Rouen. The Monitor states, that the First Consul spent a considerable time on the field where the famous battle of Ivery was fought, in which Henry IV. defeated the chiefs of the League. It is well known that this battle took place previous to the siege of Paris, which gave Henry an opportunity of showing the excellence of his heart in allowing supplies of provisions to pass to the rebels he was endeavouring to reduce. Bonaparte has ordered the column destroyed during the revolution to be repaired, and an additional inscription put upon it. If the Monitor gives a faithful account of the intended addition, it will not afford a very correct idea of the history of the period to which it refers. We think, indeed, that the First Consul had better have said nothing at all about the wars of the League. The grand lesson afforded by these detestable wars, is the mischief which France suffered from opposing the title of her lawful sovereign to his throne. Certainly no part of the calamities which then ensued can be imputed to the English, who gave a most important aid to Henry IV. for which he was ever grateful, and of the utility of which the French nation must have been fully sensible. The assistance which Elizabeth gave Henry and his party, was as wise and liberal as the motives of Philip II. in aiding the factious nobles of the League, were dishonorable. His conduct was a base mixture of bigotry and ambition. Nevertheless the general consequence deduced accurately from the history of these times, is certainly extremely just in itself, and it is applicable to all nations. "Every family, every party which calls in foreign powers to its aid, has deferred, and must defer, the galediction of its country." Nothing can be more true as a general maxim. But let it not be lost in generations. We have an application quite ready for it. Does general Bonaparte think that this fine sentence of his has no application to the Swiss? It there be "a family or a party there," who have been base enough to call in aid, do they not deserve the maledictions of their country, fully as much as the Guises and Mayennes, who brought in Philip II. to settle their "family" quarrels? Certainly they do; but, may more, every Swiss ought to execrate him who would, uncalled, thrust himself into their affairs, as much as the French execrated the bigoted tyrant who fanned the flames of their civil and religious feuds. Yet those who seek foreign interference, and those who interfere unthought, we hope will never escape the detestation of independent nations, and of free men in all ages of the world.
A letter from Paris says "Few people speak here of an event which is, however, of importance in the eyes of those who are at all acquainted with the designs and thoughts of the First Consul. This event is the birth of a son to his brother. Madame Louis Bonaparte is, of all the ladies of Paris, one of the most virtuous and best conducted. She leads a very retired life, and is always in the bosom of her family. The greater part of the plans relating to the choice, appointment, and eventual installation of a successor, detailed with much care and complaisance in the last Senatus Consultum , have all a reference to a nephew whom he should educate himself, and who would be from 20 to 25 years of age at a period when the First Consul might be still of an age to govern and direct a state. Bonaparte is 34, and of course the infant who is just born, would be 24 when the First Consul would be 58. One feels how uncertain must be the execution of such a plan. But one feels also that a simple possibility is all that is necessary to produce great combinations in the minds of men who are powerful, ardent, and fortunate. They seem to think that all that is possible is a doubt which fortune owes, and will pay them."
It is said that the Conservative Senate, as it is termed, which has had so large a share in the political changes of the last three months, is now about to make a material change in its own body, and, as you may suppose, for its own benefit. There are to be sixty places in the Senate, called Senatoreries , the holders of which are to have un traitement double —twice the amount of their pre-
sent salaries; it was at first proposed that these places should be occupied according to seniority, but the government, that is to say the First Consul, unwilling to lose any possible ascendancy in any quarter, insisted that they should be at his disposal; and so the matter has been decided.
It is said of Pouche, the late minister of the police, that on the day before his fall, he sent a message to the keeper of the gaming houses in the Palais Royal, peremptorily demanding the sum of 100,000 ecus. Under the fear of his power and the hope of his protection, the money (12,500l.) was raised and sent within a few hours. The next day they learned that the powers of their friend and protector were gone.
November 19.
A letter from Paris contains the following passage:—"The French government has decided, that the British subjects, who had claims for annuities on the state, and who demanded the arrears due since the commencement of the war, are not to be paid till further order."
The treaty between France and Spain, giving Pama to France, on the death of the late Prince, was we find, postponed a considerable time ago. The object of it was, to bestow on the Infant of Parma the Kingdom of Etruria; and it contained this remarkable expression, that not only the Consul would acknowledge him as King of Etruria, but would cause the other powers of Europe to do the same. In lieu of Parma, Etruria was given; and in lieu of Elba, taken from Etruria, Piombino was given at the expense of Naples. The same treaty alludes to another with Spain, which never has been published, and in which it is acknowledged that Spain cedes to France Louisiana. But though this treaty was before known, the aggrandizement of France is not the less alarming.
An order has appeared at Vienna, relative to all public Libraries and reading institutions, by which any works of Voltaire, Rousseau, Bayle, Helvetius, &c. are forbidden to be given or lent to read.
FRANKFORT, Nov. 3.
The following is the substance of letters dated the 18th, which have just arrived from Berne, Zurich, and Basle.
On the 29th ult. a battalion of French infantry arrived unexpectedly at Zurich, and the 13th regiment of horse Chasseurs. On the next day, and on the 31st, several more French battalions of the 27th, 42d, and 16th demi-brigades arrived; a part of these troops are destined to form the garrison at Zurich; the remainder have passed through that city on their march to Schwitz, Glarus, St. Gall, Frauenfeldt, Zug, and other places.
"On the 31st General Ney arrived at Zurich to concert operations with General Serras."
"In consequence of an intimation from the French generals, the provisional government was obliged to dissolve itself on the 30th, as well as all the administrative and judicial authorities which had been recently established in the canton. The constitutional authorities have resumed their functions. Before the provincial government dissolved itself, they addressed a proclamation to the inhabitants of the city and country parts, assuring them "that they yielded only to force of arms, and that they referred to themselves, by a solemn protest, to Switzerland in general, and to the canton of Zurich in particular, the right of giving themselves a constitution adapted to their interests; a right which the treaty of Lunéville had formally ensured to them."
"A courier extraordinary which arrived at Basle, Berne, and Zurich, on the 1st inst. brings the important news that the diet of Schwitz at length dissolved itself on the 28th of last month. But they previously published a protest, couched in the same bold and manly terms which have been remarked in all their preceding proclamations."
"It is asserted, that the cantons of Uri and Unterwald have been occupied by French troops from the Valais, who passed the Furka and the Grimsel, and that a body of French and Italian troops, several thousand strong, have entered the Valais and the Grimsel, to re-establish order and tranquility. The town of Soleure is occupied by 500 French and Helvetic troops."
NOTICE.
THE committee appointed by their fellow-citizens to frame a memorial to Congress, praying authority to establish a territorial legislature, and a redress of grievances, give notice, that they will be prepared to submit a memorial to that effect at a meeting of the citizens of Washington county, which they request at Lovell's hotel, on Wednesday, the 26th inst. at 6 o'clock, P. M.
ROBERT BRENT, Chairman.
WANTED.
One or two Boys to learn the BOOT and SHOE-MAKING Business.—Apply to JOHN CROOKSHANK. George-Town, Jan. 19, 1803.
National Intelligencer.
Congress of the United States.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Monday, January 24, 1803.
Mr. Mitchell presented a memorial from the chamber of commerce of New York, against the repeal of discriminating duties.
Referred to the committee of the whole to whom that subject was referred.
The memorial, on the motion of Mr. Bayard, was ordered to be printed.
Mr. Mitchell rose to address the house on a subject of a commercial nature. He alluded to the depredations committed upon the commerce of the United States, by French armed vessels during the late war in Europe. The gentlemen of the house would, he hoped, turn their attention for a few minutes to the numerous memorials received from our merchants during the last session, praying compensation for their losses. Those papers were numerous and respectful, and came from a most valuable portion of our fellow citizens. Their grievances had not hitherto been redressed, nor even inquired into with the minuteness which it appeared to him to deserve. It was true a committee, numerous and intelligent, had been appointed during the last session, to examine the matter of these applications. A report had been made to the house. This report was full of information concerning the political and commercial connection between the United States and France. It comprised a concise and correct history of what had been done on both sides since the mutual misunderstandings arose. It was a valuable document, as far as it went. But it did not conclude with any recommendation of a mode of relief, or even of investigation. It stopped short with the historical narrative, without proposing even a mode of further enquiry. During the present session, nothing further had been done or attempted. Early after the Congress assembled, he had himself given notice of an intention to revive the subject. It was confessedly of magnitude enough to merit investigation. This notice, he remembered, was given previous to the receipt of the message from the executive. But the multitude of public business that had grown out of that communication, added to other subjects, had so completely occupied his mind, that he had hitherto suffered it to pass on without bestowing on it the consideration which he owed to it as a member. He was now ready to make amends for this inadvertent or necessary, certainly not intentional delay. He had heard with satisfaction the call of a gentleman from South Carolina (Mr. Lowndes) for his (Mr. Mitchell's) promised motion. He acknowledged the hint of that gentleman to be least obnoxious, and felt himself obliged to him for acting the part of a good prompter. To show that gentleman that he had profited by the suggestion made on Friday last, he had now risen with an intention to lay a resolve upon the table. The object of the resolve was to cause an inquiry to be entered upon, by a special committee of the House, what amount of property or its value in current money had been taken from the Americans during the late war by the Corsairs of France. The committee could devise some mode of ascertaining the magnitude of the sufferings complained of. This he considered as the first step that ought to be taken, towards the procuring of redress for the petitioners. And until this was taken, he believed nothing was likely to be done. Another object of the resolve he was about to offer, was to instruct the same committee to enquire into the different classes of captures and claims. He did not suppose that all the petitioners were entitled to compensation. Some of them he knew were not. But it was equally clear that some of them were. This complicated mass of applications could be examined by a committee, who could draw some distinctions that would be useful. They could tell, for instance, that one sort were lawful captures for aid on account of contraband, others for want of a rele d'acquit , others were taken wrongfully without any cause whatever, and the like. Some judgment might be formed in this way of the probable amount that might be contemplated as bona fide claims. He suspected this amount would be found to be but an inconsiderable part of the gross amount of captures. But whether it was large or small, he hoped an examination would be attempted; and for that purpose he moved the following resolve.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire, by what means, the value or amount of property taken from citizens of the United States by the French during the late war in Europe, can be best ascertained, and the several sorts of captures distinguished and classified, and report their opinion thereon to this House, to the end that indemnification may be made.
Mr. Mitchell then said, that he did not press an instant decision upon it;
but said that it is a subject of great importance.
Mr. Randolph from the committee of Ways and Means, reported it as their opinion that no alterations are necessary in the act supplemental to the act laying a direct tax.
The report is accompanied by a letter from the chairman of the committee of Ways and Means to the Secretary of the Treasury, and his answer.
Referred to a committee of the whole house on Monday next.
The committee to whom was referred a bill from the Senate, and sundry resolutions respecting the erection of monuments; reported that it would not be expedient at this time to make provision for the erection of any other monuments besides those contemplated by resolutions of the old Congress; and accordingly reported amendments, making provision for the erection of monuments to Generals Warren, Mercer, Nash, and De Kalb, in addition to those directed to be erected in the bill received from the Senate.
Referred to a committee of the whole house on Thursday.
Mr. S. Smith from the committee on so much of the President's message as relates to American seamen left abroad, reported a bill, which was read twice and referred to a committee of the whole house on Thursday next.
The House took up the report of the committee of the whole on the report of the select committee on the alterations necessary to be made in the military establishment.
The House concurred in the two first resolutions, and non-concurred in the third. (For the resolutions see our last paper.)
On agreeing to the report of the committee in their disagreement to the 4th resolution, respecting the allowance of clerk hire.
Mr. Leib expressed himself against concurring.
Mr. Varnum was also against concurring, as it was absolutely necessary that each officer, stated in the resolution should have one clerk. The payment for clerk hire had heretofore been paid out of the contingent fund. But it was thought best to make a provision by law. Mr. Varnum observed that if the House should now concur, he would then move to add to the resolution the following words:—"not exceeding a sum sufficient for the hire of one clerk for each officer."
The question was then taken on concurrence and lost—Ayes 23.
Mr. Varnum then moved his amendment.
Mr. Griswold opposed the amendment, and was for limiting the appropriation to some specific sum, as had hitherto been usual with regard to other executive officers.
Mr. Varnum's amendment was lost.
Mr. Leib moved to amend the resolution, so that a sum not exceeding in the whole 2,000 dollars, should be allowed for clerk hire.
Carried—Ayes 41—Nays 20.
The resolutions were then referred to a select committee to bring in a bill.
Mr. Davis laid he held a resolution in his hand, which embraced a measure of considerable importance, and which he had long contemplated. He had suggested it last session; but owing to the press of other business, he had not then urged it. He then offered the following resolution:
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire into the expediency of concentrating the several public offices, and other public buildings, belonging to the United States in the city of Washington; and concluded by giving notice that in case the resolution should be agreed to, he should move the appointment of a committee by ballot, instead of the ordinary way, (by the Speaker.)
Mr. S. Smith, according to notice, called for the order of the day on the report on discriminating duties.
Mr. Bastis hoped the gentleman would suspend the call for at least this and the ensuing week. He observed that the commercial towns were now attending to the subject. It appeared to him highly important that the opinions of the merchants of the United States should be known: When known, the house would be enabled to act if not with better understanding, at least with greater satisfaction. For himself he was not only not prepared to vote, but even to give an opinion. He thought the opinions of the merchants, who, from their great interest, had probably formed the most correct views, ought to be known before they formed theirs.
Mr. S. Smith said this was not a new subject. It had been proposed early in the last session. It had not then been called up, because it had received an unexpected opposition. The mover had thought proper to postpone it, till gentlemen should have an opportunity of going home and consulting their constituents. Early in this session the President has attracted the attention of the House to it in his message. The House had referred the subject to a select committee, who had reported. To that report two memorials had been opposed, which would have their due weight. In consequence of the proposition made last session the British

parliament had passed an act which, operation would expire either on the fifth or twenty-fifth of March. If this subject were postponed until a member from Georgia had time to get information from his constituents, what time would remain to pass the measure, or if passed, to get it to England in sufficient time? He had really hoped that gentlemen would at this late period have been prepared for the discussion. It was not probable the question would be decided in a day; the discussion, if now commenced, would probably continue till gentlemen had obtained information from their constituents. It was unpleasant in the chairman of the committee who had reported on the subject to press its discussion, but he thought it best to enter upon it now, particularly as he had always found deliberation within those walls more calculated to inform his mind than out of door or newspaper information. Perhaps, too, on going into a committee, some amendment might be offered, that would give the subject a new aspect, and prepare gentlemen, at present hostile, to come into it.
Mr. Southard thought one consideration might induce the gentleman from Maryland to postpone the subject for a few days. The memorial from New York just recd contained facts and reasoning from those facts. The House had determined to print it. He, therefore, thought it best to postpone it, at any rate, until that was printed.
Mr. Mitchell had no objection to going into a committee of the whole in order to discuss the merits of the subject. He observed that it was not only important to have the opinions of the merchants on the proposition, but also of a large body of mechanics whose interests were intimately involved. He expected a memorial from his constituents of that description probably this very night. However opposed their convictions were to the proposed measure, they were honest convictions, and arose from a belief that it would be prejudicial to their interests. For himself, he was ready for discussion; but he believed nothing would be lost by a short delay.
Mr. Lowndes said he was very much in the situation of the gentleman from Massachusetts (Dr. Eustis) unprepared on the subject. He was, however, ready to go into a committee of the whole. The chairman of that committee could doubtless furnish a great deal of valuable information; and he thought they would be sooner prepared for decision in that way than in any other. He was, therefore, in favor of going into committee, for the purpose of discussion, though not of a decision.
Mr. Bayard differed from his friend from South Carolina. The reasons urged by the gentleman from Massachusetts have great force. It was said, however, that we may now enter upon the discussion, and may hereafter receive light from the memorials that shall be presented, and derive then the same benefit from the information they may furnish as if they were before us now. But we all know that as soon as we engage in the discussion of any subject, we immediately form opinions respecting it; and we also know the pride of previous opinion, and the difficulty of retracing steps once taken. These were strong considerations. Our minds ought to be a carte blanche when we go into the discussion, and we ought to be possessed of every information before it is commenced.
But it is said the act of the British Parliament will expire on the 25th of March at the furthest. If this were a fact, it was even now too late to enter on the discussion in order to meet the provisions of that act. But if the British government were sincere, they will delegate a continuance of power. If this measure shall be agreed to here, it could not be carried into full effect without negotiation and some delay. What is done abroad will have to return here, and be ratified before it shall be binding. There is, therefore, not time for this before the 25th of March. But there was no reason to apprehend that the British Parliament would withhold the passage of a similar act to that lately passed.
He was strongly in favor of a postponement as the House did not possess the information which it ought to have, nor were they acquainted with the disposition of their constituents. For though the measure had been mentioned at the last session, and though the present resolution had been on the table for some time, yet it was evident that before the present time the public mind had not been excited to the subject.
Mr. Jones hoped, as no material inconvenience could arise from a short delay, the gentleman from Maryland would agree to waive his call. His present impression was in favor of the measure; but he felt, notwithstanding, desirous of obtaining information from his constituents. That night's mail might furnish the information he wished. He therefore, moved a postponement of the subject till Monday next.
Mr. S. Smith said he wished at that time to go into committee, if it were only to receive an amendment, which the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Jones) had shown him, in order that the amendment, as well as the original resolution, should go to the people. He
thought the amendment would be flatly rejected. The memorials received had assumed as a fact what was not correct, and argued from it as though it were correct. They had assumed it as a fact that it was contemplated to give permission to foreign vessels to bring into the United States goods not of the growth or manufacture of their country free from any discriminating duty. Whereas, the resolution proposed by the committee was directly the reverse. For instance: A British ship will not be permitted to bring into the United States the wines or brandies of France without paying a discriminating duty. The very contrary impression appears to have existed on the minds of the Chambers of Commerce of Philadelphia and New-York; and they had argued at large upon it.
This was not a new subject. It was contemplated in the message of the President. Immediately after the receipt of the message, the Chamber of Commerce of Philadelphia had sent a circular letter to the merchants of the United States. One of these letters was received by the merchants of Baltimore. They thought they understood the subject; and they had no impression that the measure would be prejudicial to their interest. He believed a similar circular had been sent to other merchants in the United States. Some of the merchants thought it would be injurious; but he believed they were mistaken. On the contrary, he believed that a great good, instead of an injury, would result from it. His only with then was that they might go into a committee, and there receive the amendment, that the gentleman from Pennsylvania, that the whole subject might go forth in its true colors.
Mr. Bacon thought the question of postponement lay in a very narrow compass. The House had received a petition; and had sustained it by ordering it to be printed for the use of the members. Will they then anticipate the subject, and before they have derived that benefit which they have recognized from the publication of the memorial, prematurely enter on a discussion. Such proceeding would evidence an inconsistency with themselves.
The question was then taken on a postponement till Monday next, and carried by a large majority. The House took up the amendments of the committee of the whole to the bill amendatory of the act for incorporating the city of Washington, concurred therein, made other amendments, and recommitted the bill to a select committee of three.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 25.
Mr. Davis called up his motion laid on the table yesterday; as follows: Resolved, that a committee be appointed to enquire into the expediency of concentrating the several public offices, and other public buildings belonging to the United States in the City of Washington;—which was agreed to without debate.—Ayes 55.
When a motion was made to appoint the committee consisting of 7 members, by ballot, and carried.—Ayes 53. The ballots being taken, the Speaker appointed Mr. Thomas Morris and Mr. Woods, Tellers.
On declaring the ballots, it appeared that but one member of the committee was elected, viz. Mr. Davis, he only having a majority of all the votes given. The House then proceeded to a second ballot, according to a standing rule of the House, only a plurality of votes is required on a second ballot.
The ballots being declared, the following additional members of the committee appeared to be appointed, viz. Messrs. Griswold, Mitchell, Gregg, Condit, Bayard, and R. Williams.
The Speaker laid before the House a report of the Secretary of State on the memorial of Tobias Lear. Referred to a committee of the whole on to morrow.
The Speaker also laid before the House a report from the Post-master General, which was referred to the Post Office committee.
Mr. Helms reported a bill to make provision for persons who have been disabled by wounds in the revolutionary war, which was read twice, and referred to a committee of the whole to morrow.
City Repository and Auction Room.
Household Furniture, and goods of every description, received for public and private sale, by JOHN GARDINER, Auctioneer, Pennsylvania Avenue, 4th house west of President's square.
GARDINER will have an Auction every Thursday at 11 A. M. and sell by private sale, other days. This arrangement he trusts will accommodate all who are desirous to sell cheap for cash; and all who are desirous to buy cheap. Those who have goods they wish to part with, can exhibit them at this repository, and those who wish to purchase, by calling, will probably find what they want on easy terms.
Variety of House Furniture—some dry Goods—Books—Earthenware—Ironmongery—Carpenters Tools—A Franklin stove &c. &c. now for sale Cheap. J. GARDINER. 4th Jan. 1803. 1w6.
WASHINGTON CITY. WEDNESDAY, January 26, 1803.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in Lancaster, dated Jan. 19, 1803. Mr. Dallas has been speaking all this morning on Judge Addison's impeachment;—he will probably speak all to-morrow. The Judge's case appears to me to be desperate. I think a conviction and removal inevitable.
Extract of a letter to Dr. Mitchell, dated Jan. 8, 1803.
Sir, I see by the prints that you have laid on the table a resolution for revising the laws respecting copy right.—As the subject is coming before the legislature, I take the liberty of suggesting to you and all the friends of letters, the propriety of extending the rights of literary property, and placing them on the footing of all other species of personal estate.—It may seem strange at a first thought, that the property which a man acquires by purchase, or by labor of the hands, should be exclusively his own and inheritable; while the productions of the mind, which require equal exertion, and have the most peculiar characters of property should be secured to the author for a limited time only. Yet the fact is not of difficult solution. The common law originated in periods of barbarism, before the invention of printing, when books were all written with pens, and it was not easily nor profitable to trespass on the author's rights—an author was also secured from trespass by the powers of purchasers. Hence it has been considered, and if I mistake not, adjudged, that by common law the rights of an author are not secured. The truth is, the common law could never contemplate a species of property that did not come under its cognizance; but on natural and social principles, a man's right to his book and his farm stands on precisely the same ground, and I have no hesitation in saying that the common law ought to secure the one as well as the other. The common principles of justice, on which all common law is founded, ought, the moment literary property becomes an object of plunder and a subject of trespass, to interpose and protect that species of rights as well as all others; and I beg leave to lay, it is a remarkable proof of the imperfect ideas of law and property, as well as of the force of attachment to the remains of barbarism, that any difference still exists in the duration of the different kinds of rights. Why should a piece of land, or cattle, horses and books purchased descend to a man's heirs, while the work of his genius, in which, above all other property, he has the most exclusive ownership, is secured to him and his heirs for 14 years only—or in case he survives the first period, then for another term of 14 years? And why the distinction between a man's surviving that period, and his decease? Why, if he unfortunately dies, within the period, must his widow and children be deprived of the fruits of his labor, at the very time when, by his death, they are placed in a condition to want them most? In truth, we have copied the British statute—a statute that was made when literary property was in its infancy, and when its principles were not well understood nor appreciated. Surely policy ought to dictate a more liberal extension of ownership in this species of property; but I place the argument on rights. I claim and demand that my property as the fruits of my studies may be placed on the same ground as every other kind of personal property or chattel—that it may be secured to me and to my heirs and assigns, without limitation of time. When I say I claim it, I speak only as a citizen entitled to equal justice and protection with all others, not as making demands on Congress. I hope you will consider this subject, and that the legislature will wipe away the reproach of making a discrimination where no difference of principle exists; and of leaving one class of citizens with partial protection; for reason and an enlightened view of public policy forbid the distinction. I am, Sir, respectfully, Your obedient servant, A Holder of Literary Property.
The following are the documents referred to in the report of the committee of Commerce and Manufactures, on Counterfeiting duties. (No. 1) Statement of the exports of the United States from the 1st of Oct. 1798, to the 30th of Sept. 1799.
  Great Britain, 25,546,987   France, 2,780,504   From the 1st Oct. 1799, to 30th September 1800.   Great Britain, 27,310,289   France, 5,163,833   From the 1st October, 1800, to 30th September 1801.   Great Britain, 42,132,032   France, 11,261,751 
AN ACT
To fix the compensation of the Register, and of the Supervisors of markets. BE it enacted by the first and second chambers of the City Council of Washington, That the Register be allowed the annual sum of fifty dollars, and in addition thereto the following fees for the performance of specific duties, to wit—for every copy of any law, commission or other instrument deposited or recorded in the office of the Register, there shall be paid to him, by the person requiring the same, for every one hundred words, twelve and one half cents. For record-
  1799, to the 30th September, 1800.   Great Britain, (American vessels) 28,056,722   Ditto, (Foreign vessels) 2,453,091   31,107,834   France, (American vessels) 74,153   Ditto, (Foreign vessels) 12,954   87,107   Foreign num. of bushels of Salt, 323,156   American ditto, 460,902   American tonnage for 1799, 625,495   Foreign, for the same year, 109,599   736,094 
(No. 2.)
Exports to the European ports of Great Britain and France, for the year preceding the 30th of September, 1802.
  GREAT BRITAIN.   Aloes, per, 1,828 tons   pearl, 1,496 cwt.   Ginseng, 57,485 lb.   Indigo, 167,450 lb.   Iron bars, 16 tons.   pig, 493 tons.   Fish oil, 19,993 gals.   Pitch, 519 bbls.   Raisins, 1,944 bbls.   Rice, 22,703 tierses.   Tobacco, 31,578 hhds.   Tar, 13,131 bbls.   Turpentine, 86,232 bbls.   Bees-wax, 88,630 lbs.   Cotton, domestic, 21,015 006 lbs.   foreign, 2,468,910 lbs.   FRANCE.   Aloes, per, 819 tons.   pearl, 57 do.   Ginseng,   Indigo, 161,471 lbs.   Iron, bars,   pig,   Fish oil, 127,128 gals.   Pitch, 268 bbls.   Raisins, 49 do.   Rice, 7,186 tierses.   Tobacco, 10,216 hhds.   Tar, 797 bbls.   Turpentine, 173 do.   Bees-wax, 27,182 lbs.   Cotton, domestic, 1,156,924 lbs.   foreign, 750,945 lbs. 
  Total value of the exports to each country.   Britain, 16,467,238 dolls.   France, 7,611,287 dolls. 
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in Kingston, Jamaica, dated Dec. 13.
"I am sorry to inform you, that here the markets are at present uncommonly bad, the place unhealthy, and from information obtained, there is a vast quantity of flour on hand, which induces me to think our return to Baltimore will not be as soon as I expected. Superfine flour sells at from eight and an half to nine and a quarter dollars, per barrel; corn from 75 cents to 1 dollar, per bushel; corn meal 8 dollars, per barrel; black eyed peas from 2 dollars to 2 and a quarter, per bushel; pork 22 dollars, per barrel."
NEW INVENTION.
A composition has been invented to regenerate decayed fruit trees by which they will bear fruit of the most delicious flavour. This composition has also been applied to oaks and other timber. An experiment has been recently made upon a particular cherry tree in Kensington Gardens, from which his majesty remembered to have gathered cherries when very young, of the flavour of which he was particularly fond. This tree, which had been brought into England in the reign of King William, had borne very little fruit, and appeared almost dead. It was by the King of England's command dug round, and one or two roots with a piece of the bark about three inches in breadth, were found alive; by cutting away the decayed parts, and applying the composition to the sound, this tree in three years bore as well as any other tree in the garden, and the fruit was of a most delicious flavour, and appeared remarkably fine. [The inventor of the above is a Mr. Farlythe, who has got from the S. A. four thousand guineas for the invention. The whole is communicated to the public in a book written by Mr. F. and now in the possession of many gentlemen in America. It is told by Mr. EZRA SEAGRANT, bookseller, Water-street, New-York.]
ing every commission or appointment, the Mayor there shall be paid to the Register by the person accepting the same, except where the law provides the services to be gratuitous, one dollar. For affixing the City Seal to any act or writing, excepting commissions and writings for public use, there shall be paid to the Register by the person requiring the same, one dollar; provided that the said fees shall cease to be received after the first day of June, one thousand eight hundred and four. Sec. 2. And be it enacted, That the Supervisors of Markets shall receive in compensation for their services all fees and forfeitures for infractions committed within the markets under the act entitled "An act to establish and regulate Markets," which would otherwise accrue to the corporation.
JAMES BARRY, President of the First Chamber of the City Council of Washington. DANL. CARROLL of Dudn. President of the Second Chamber of the City Council of Washington. Approved, January 10th, 1803. ROBERT BRENT, Mayor of the City of Washington. True Copy, T. TOLL. THOMAS HERTY, Rev.
THEO. HOLT Has for sale, at his Nursery Garden, Eastern Branch,
A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF FRESH GARDEN SEEDS, Which he has imported from London, per ship Sheppard, to Norfolk, and others of his own sowing—consisting of  Early Peas, very D. piford do.  Early Charlton do. Early Scar or Radiffa  Dwarf Marrowfat do. Mixed do.  Large Marrowfat do. Spanish do.  Dwarf Fuffin do. White Turnip do.  Dwarf Union do. Long Prickly Cucumber.  Dwarf Profile do.  Large Windsor Beans, Green Turkey do.  Turkey Looped do. Nobutton,  Dwarf Bunch do. Perley,  Lima do. Spinage,  Saddlestrap do. Red Sca.  Early York Cabbage, Early Horn Carrot,  Early Butterlea do. Long Orange do.  Early Sugarloaf do. Large Parsnip,  Large Drumhead do. Leaf Lettuce,  Green Savoy do. Brown Dutch do.  Red Fickling do. Mixed do many sorts,  Scotch Kale, Solid Celery,  Broccoli sorts mixed Endive,  Early Cauliflower, White Asparagus,  Late do. Commin,  Early Dutch Turnip, Salads, &c. &c. &c.  Large Tripoli Onion, 
A variety of different kinds of Fruit Trees, Flowering Shrubs, Flower Seeds, Garden Hoes and Rakes, various sizes; imported Roots of fine Mixed Tulips, Double Hyacinths, Double Jonquils, Crown Imperials, Double Snow Drops, Anemones, Persian Ranunculus, Persian Iris, Crocuses, &c. A quantity of Lombardy Poplars, proper size for planting. Washington, Jan. 21, 1803. awtf
TO BE LET,
And immediate possession given, TWO NEW TWO STORY BRICK HOUSES, completely finished, with extensive back-buildings, situated at the intersection of E and thirteenth streets, immediately in the neighbourhood of the Bank, and within a hour's journey off Pennsylvania Avenue, in the city of Washington. For terms which will be very moderate, apply to Mr. BENJAMIN PATTERSON, near the Union Tavern, Georgetown, or in Baltimore to D. WILLIAMSON. Georgetown, 26 Jan. 1803. 19t.
NOTICE.
In the matter of JOHN JACK, Bankrupt. THE subscriber being appointed Assignee of the Estate and effects of JOHN JACK Bankrupt. All persons indebted to the said Bankrupt, are requested to make immediate payment otherwise legal steps will be immediately taken to compel them. RICHARD FORREST, Assignee. Jan. 26 1t.
I will sell on very reasonable terms, the following squares in the City of Washington, or either of them, viz. no. 253, 437, 438, 439 and south of 439. The titles will be such as to give entire satisfaction to the purchaser. By an examination of the plan of the city, the foregoing squares will be found most advantageously situated, both as to their proximity to navigation and their central situation. Application to be made to ROBERT BRENT in the city of Washington, or to the Subscriber near Piscataway. NICOLAS YOUNG, ept. M. Dec. 27
JOHN BYRNE,
AT his wholesale and retail Liquor and Grocery Store, opposite Mott's (formerly McKnight's) tavern, Kings Street, Alexandria, offers for sale at very moderate prices, WINES of first quality, by the pipe, qt. cask, demijohn, &c. London particular Madeira, do. do. Teneriffe, choice old Sherry and Lisbon, Port and Malaga.
Cognac Brandy, Holland gin, old Jamaica and nitzna Rum, do. Peach Brandy and Whisky, Cherry bounce, Lemon juice, fine Irish Tea, Coffee, Chocolate, Sugars, Raisins, Almonds, Prunes, Cinnamon, Nutmegs, Mustard, Pepper, Allspice, Ginger, Pearl Barley, Rice, Sago, Spanish Segars, Candles, &c. The quality and prices of the above are peculiarly calculated to recommend them to the keepers of boarding houses and taverns, and to give satisfaction to such gentlemen as may wish to provide their own Liquors, &c. Orders for any quantity shall be executed with punctuality and fidelity, by the George Town or Washington packets, which ply daily between those places and Alexandria. Alexandria, Dec. 14—ept. M. awtf

City Hotel, BROADWAY NEW-YORK.
THE Subscriber most respectfully informs his friends and the public, that the above Hotel will be opened on the first of May ensuing, when their patronage is earnestly solicited. He avails himself of this opportunity to return his sincere and grateful thanks to those societies, parties, and gentlemen, who have given him their support, and assures them that a continuance of their favors will be a stimulus to future exertions to please; and that the utmost attention shall be given for their comfort and accommodation.
Rewarding may be had by the day, week, month, or year. Families travelling, may be elegantly accommodated with lodging and fitting rooms; and, if preferred, have dinner &c. in their apartments.
The Hotel being so well known, it is almost useless to say, that it is situated in one of the most healthy and pleasant parts of the city; commanding an extensive view in every direction, not only of the city itself, but also of the Narrows, the North and East Rivers, the flats of New-Jersey, York and Long-Island &c. &c.
A handsome coffee-room will be fitted up in the principal story; where gentlemen may have tea, coffee, chocolate, soups, and refreshments in general, at the shortest notice. All the leading newspapers in the Union, will be regularly taken in.
Public dinners and suppers in a plain or elegant style either for large or small parties. Also, beef steaks, oysters, &c. regularly furnished. An ordinary every day at half past 2 o'clock, by the public's obedient servant,
JOHN LOVETT. N. B. Rooms to let by the month or year April 21, 1802.
FOR SALE.
A two-story frame House, situated on New Jersey Avenue,
SQUARE six hundred and ninety, near the Capitol—It is very convenient for many kinds of business, having a neat shop with a large bay window, and five rooms besides, all private—it is at present occupied by Mr. Thos. Carpenter, masher Taylor. For terms apply to
JOHN MINCHIN. Jan. 19. 6c.
The George Town and Annapolis STAGE,
WILL commence on the first Monday in October next to run three times a week; leave Annapolis every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and return from George Town every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday—Fare and allowance as usual.
JOSEPH SEMMES, JOHN SMITH.
This is intended to accommodate such gentlemen and ladies as are going to and from Frederick and Hager's Town. October 11th, 1802.
FOR SALE OR RENT.
THAT elegant three story Brick House, on the corner of Falls & Frederick Street in George Town, lately occupied by Mr. Pritchard.
Likewise,
THE two well finished three story BRICK HOUSES, adjoining that occupied by Mr. Samuel H. Smith, Printer, on the Pennsylvania Avenue, east of the centre Market House, City of Washington—Apply to
GEORGE THOMPSON, George Town. Geo. Town, Oct. 20. tf.
To Rent on moderate terms.
A TWO STORY BRICK HOUSE ON South Capitol Street—in front is a large floor completely fitted up for the wet and dry goods business, with a Parlor adjoining, which may be used separate from the House, and leave sufficient room for the accommodation of a private family—a kitchen with servants room over—with a small back House adjoining—three full stable and inclosed garden. Enquire of Mr. CHARLES VARDEN, New Jersey Avenue, or on the premises, of
THOMAS JONES. Nov. 25.
Thomas Carpenter, TAYLOR.
HAS received a very handsome assortment of goods, consisting of superfine cloths, calimancoes and coatings of all colours.
Patent water proof Cloths, Silk and woolen Molekins, Tailnettes, velveteens, &c. of superior quality.
From which, and an acquisition of the newest fashions and the best workmen, he can assure whatever commanded.
Pennsylvania Avenue, near the President's Square, and New Jersey Avenue, about eight houses from Capitol Square. Dec. 1, 1802. tf.
TO LET,
And be entered upon immediately, three well finished BRICK HOUSES,
NEARLY opposite Morin's Tavern, on Twelfth Street very near Pennsylvania Avenue, built for the WASHINGTON BUILDING COMPANY.
The Houses will be rented on very reasonable terms.
Apply to THOMAS CARPENTER near the President's Square. eptf. Dec. 1st.
I wish to Rent a Warehouse
and Wharf on Square 472, and two Houses on square 501. The wharf is situated in a central part of the City, most advantageous for the reception and sale of Lumber. The Warehouse is a commodious three story House with a garret, the whole length of the house, is conveniently divided for storing goods of any kind, and has several rooms with fire places. The House on Square 501 consists of a brick house with a garden new-paled in, and a framed wood house near to it. The whole or any part of the above property will be let on reasonable terms.
ROBERT BRENT. Jan. 12. cp2w
Members of Congress, Travellers, and those gentlemen whose business call them to the City of Washington, are respectfully informed that the subscriber has established the
UNION TAVERN & WASHINGTON HOTEL,
On Pennsylvania Avenue, first house east of the President's, and one mile from the Capitol.
THERE is a pavement all the way, and the accommodations are equal to any in the United States, having thirty rooms fitted up in an elegant manner. Also, a large Coffee Room, 34 feet by 22—and a room over the same, now finishing, convenient for the reception of any public meeting, with a pleasant view of the Potomac and the surrounding country. All the principal newspapers in the Union are taken and regularly filed.
WILLIAM LOVELL. N. B.—To Let, a coach and single horse CHAIR. Nov. 26. 3m.
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE.
By virtue of a decree of the court of chancery of Maryland, the subscribers will expose to Public Sale, on Friday the fourth day of February next, on the premises, all that tract or parcel of land called Harrison's security, lying in Anne Arundel county, containing 419 1-2 acres, whereon Mr. William Davidson lately resided. This land lies on West river, and has thereon an excellent dwelling-house and all necessary out houses, and three small dwelling-houses now occupied by tenants. The farm is very highly improved, and the soil well adapted for the growth of Indian corn and wheat. The situation is remarkable for its convenience to fish, oysters, and wild fowl of every kind.
The terms of sale of the above tract of land are, that the purchaser shall pay one fourth part of the purchase money on the ratification of the sale by the chancellor, giving bond with approved security to pay one third of the balance in three months, one other third in six months, and the residue in nine months from the day of sale, with interest from the said day of sale.
The subscribers will also expose to public sale, on Wednesday the ninth day of February next, at Mr. Rhodes's tavern, in the City of Washington, sundry lots or parcels of ground in the said city, in the following squares, to wit, parts of squares No. 212, 213, 214, 215, 220, 222, 228, 231, 252, 281, 282, 283, 285, 287, 316, 340, 341, 342, 367, 368, 372, 373, being in the whole 113 lots. The lots or parcels of ground offered for sale in the above squares have been subdivided into convenient building lots, and the whole of them lie to the north-east of the president's square, and some of them bind on the said square.
The terms of sale of the above lots or parcels of ground are, good and profitable notes, with approved endorser, one third of the purchase money payable in sixty days, one other third in ninety days, and the residue in one hundred and twenty days from the day of sale, with legal interest from the said day of sale.
The whole of the foregoing property having been mortgaged by William Davidson to William Campbell, (which has since been assigned to Thomas Snowden) is offered for sale for the purpose of raising the sum for which it was mortgaged, with interest.
Upon payment of the whole purchase money the subscribers are authorised to execute deeds for the property sold.
HENRY H. CHAPMAN, TH. HARRIS, Jun. } Trustees. Jan. 17 1803.
MARIE ANNE PIC,
Respectfully inform her customers, that she has received a new supply to her extensive assortment of
MILLENNERY GOODS,
AMONG WHICH ARE, Cropt, Bruli, and a la-grecque Wigs, ornamented with Combs and Bandeaux Sultan Turbans, Draperie, Shoes of new color, embroidered & plain Rideules of the newest form Spanish Mantoux Gloves embroidered with gold and silver Orchid & silver feathers of the newest fashion
Gentlemen for gloves and other sorts Silk Rockings Satin and crape for dresses Silk great coats Muffs and Tippets Bandeaux a la minerva Flowet diadems Perfumery of all kinds Socks Childrens toys Velvet bonnets, and Hats of the newest fashion Lace caps Handkerchiefs, &c. &c. &c. Jan. 19. 3f.
Fifty Dollars Reward
RAN AWAY from the subscriber some time in June 1800, a negro woman named Rynar about 25 or 30 years old, about five feet high, dark complexion, speaks good English, and is very artful. Rynar is a very good cook, and sows with her needle equal to most women—Rynar was raised by Mr. Debut and sold from that estate to Mr. Robertson, and he sold her to Mr. En, Sothern, who sold her to me—It is likely she has fears on her back, as she has been severely whipped, has a husband who is known by the name of free Joe or Joe Wood—He very often works in the city of Washington, and it is likely Rynar is near that place. Rynar has a sister very like herself who was let free and lives with Mr. Addison near Grub town—Rynar is sometimes in the neighborhood of Mr. Samuel Morton's in Charles county who has her brother. The above reward will be paid to any person that will lodge said negro in any jail and give information to Mr. J. B. Dent of Charles county, or Mr. Joseph Turner of Port Tobacco who will give information thereof to me by a letter directed to Messrs. Hattie and Sipes Union Courthouse South Carolina, and the money paid as soon as I can get her and take her out of jail.
JOHN S. SIMS. P. S. Mr. J. B. Dent has power to Sell her for me. Jan. 17 1803. 3m.
FOR SALE,
Or would be exchanged for a woman house servant that does not breed, a likely NEGRO WOMAN & CHILD—THE Child a boy two years old, the mother has been chiefly used to house service, and is an excellent washerwoman. The present owner has no need for a parting with her except her breeding, which is inconvenient in a family—Enquire of the Prince. Nov. 29. tf.
IMPORTANT DISCOVERY
Of extracting pure, wholesome, and fresh water from the salt water of the Ocean, by means of evaporation and condensation—
WITH a new and useful improvement in the carboniferous vessel for working said machine without any additional expense for fuel, and increases at sea a sufficiency of fresh water for the ship's use. Invented by SIMON ROUSE, and by him assigned to JOHN LAMB, who has obtained a patent from the United States, signed by the President the first day of January 1803.
Many gentlemen have examined the drawing and description of the said machine, and are firmly of opinion that it is of the utmost importance, and will be highly beneficial to all nations forever hereafter. It is understood the Patentee will shortly produce the machine (complete) on board one of our National ships (or some other) for satisfactory experiment, when the terms of Vendise will be made known and published in the several sea ports in the United States.
The Inventor and Patentee are citizens of the State of New York. Printers (friendly to the public good) will publish the above if they please. Jan. 6. 6c.
TIMBER
Wanted for cash on delivery.
The Directors for building a Bridge over the Eastern Branch, at the City of Washington, will contract for timber of the following kinds and scantlings, viz:
  80 pieces white oak 34 ft. long to be 14 in. by 14 200 do 42 8 by 10   400 do 22 8 by 10   80 piles do 18 14 14   20 do do 20 14 14   20 do do 30 15 15   32 do do 28 14 14   40 do do 18 14 14   60 do do 40 15 15   35 do do 26 14 14   40 pcs. white oak } 33 12 12   60 do do 24 12 13   80 do do 12 12 13   480 pcs. w. oak 10 5 7   480 do do 12 5 7 
The piles will be required square only 15 feet from the butts, and may taper 10 inches square at the small end.
The timber must be cut before the first of March, and delivered in April. Proposals for contracts will be received until the 25th day of January next.
by Wm. BRENT, Secy. Dec. 29. ept25J.
170,038 Acres of Land.
THIS body of land, in one entire and inclusive survey, is offered for sale to any individual or company, who may incline to purchase for the purposes of settlement and emigration. It is situated in the State of Virginia, on the Great Kenawha River, Montgomery county, and is distinguished by the name of "The Great Bend of the Kenawha," being intersected by the Piney River, Great and Little Bluestone rivers, Coal river, and Wyandot river, as also by numerous other creeks and waters, running into said rivers. Numerous mill-sites, inexhaustible bodies of coal, and great appearances of ores, metals, salt springs and salt licks, are to be found on this tract, besides which, sugar may be made thereon to any amount, the sugar-cane blooming in almost every part.
For fertility of soil, growth of timber, fitness for cultivation, salubrity of climate, and natural advantages, this body of land stands unrivaled by any tract of equal quantity in Western America; it will be submitted for sale to an entire purchaser, until the first day of June next, on very advantageous terms; after which, it cannot be disposed of at any price the present proprietor being compelled to a division thereof. An indispensible title will be given, and for further particulars, as to terms of sale and payment, enquire of JOHN BECKLEY, Esq. Clerk to the House of Representatives of the United States, at the city of Washington. November 1, 1802. tf.
CHARLES VARDEN, TAYLOR.
FROM PHILADELPHIA. HAS received from Philadelphia an elegant assortment of the best quality Superfine Cloths, Calimeres, Silk florantine, black and fancy silk molekin velvet, white & figured Marcellas, Swandowns, Tolinnettes, Velveteens, Fancy cords, Coating, &c.
With a variety of other articles suitable for the winter season.
N. B. Ladies Habits, Regimentals and Navy uniforms made in the first style of fashion.
New Jersey Avenue, the second House from the Capitol Square. December 8, 1802. tf.
Notice is hereby given to the
Creditors of WASHINGTON BOWIE, a Bankrupt, that a final certificate of discharge will be granted to him at Seile's Hotel, on Monday, the 7th of February next, between the hours of 10 and 12 o'clock, A M by the Judge who issued the commission, unless cause be then and there shown to the contrary by the said creditors, or some of them. By order of the Judge.
JOHN C. DENT, Clerk to the Commissioners. Washington, Jan. 24. ept7F
TO BE RENTED,
And possession given the first day of January next—THE House and Farm that WILLIAM J. WALTER WILLIAMS now occupies on the road leading from Alexandria to Leesburg—the buildings are calculated for a store and tavern. It is about two miles from Alexandria, and about two miles above Col. Coleman's. For terms apply to the subscriber, living in Montgomery county Maryland, near the mouth of Potomac.
HAR. LANE. December 29. ept2w
Doctor FENDALL.
Having just arrived in the City of Washington, takes the liberty to intimate to the inhabitants of the City of Washington, George Town, and their village, that he means to exercise his skill in the line of his profession, for a few weeks, and may be looked with at Mr. Seile's Hotel.
The Doctor's knowledge of the natural history of the human body—their adjacent parts, and the disorders to which they are subject, acquired by study, attention, unremitting study, and experience of an extensive and successful practice, for upwards of twenty eight years, will, he hopes, entitle him to the confidence of all those who will so employ him. He fondly flatters himself he has it happily in his power to a great extent without fear to such as have been his patients in the States of Maryland, Virginia, &c. for that degree of reputation which his conduct as a dentist has merited, and given him just claim to.—The Doctor hopes at least he is considered as entitled to the highest grade among those of his profession in this country.
The Doctor entreats leave to offer to the public his Columbian anti scorbute Dentifrice for preserving the teeth, gums, sockets, &c. a dentifrice infinitely superior (he thinks) both in elegance and efficacy, to any thing hitherto used for the teeth and gums. It renders the breath sweet and agreeable, is a powerful anti scorbute, and free from any corrosive quality whatever. No family, and especially where there are children, should be without this excellent and valuable preparation, which doctor FENDALL avers to be productive not only of those effects and consequences as a sovereign Dentifrice and remedy for the disorders of the teeth and gums, but will also prevent them. This admirable dentifrice is still sold (only by Doctor FENDALL) at the moderate price of one dollar a pot with directions. Jan. 12. tf.
The Dey of Algiers.
This beautiful native Arabian Horse, IS NOW FOR SALE.
THE proof of lineage and origin may be inspected, and the noble animal himself may be seen, by applying to Charles C. Jones at his farm, seven miles from this town: he is young, healthy and in fine spirits, and condition, and the trial of the season, (he only one he has stood in this part of the world) proves him a sure foal getter. As to his form, let those judge who are inclined to purchase.
The best judges have pronounced him perfect; his color is white; he is of full stature for his size, measuring exactly 14 hands 2 and a half inches.
As, if not sold, he will be advertised to cover on the 1st February, I cannot receive propositions later than that day.
JOHN MASON. George-Town December 22. 1802. ept2w
FOR SALE.
By Edgar Patterson, GEORGE-TOWN.
BEST old London Particular Madeira Wine, Sherry, 4th proof Cognac Brandy, 1st Proof Bordeaux Ditto, Cherry Bounce, Wine and cyder Vinegars, Sugar House Molasses, Spermaceti Oil, Spanish Segars of a very superior quality, Rad. India, ditto, Hyslop, Young Hyslop & Hyslop skin Teas, Loaf, Lump, and Brown Sugars, Green and white coffee, American Cheeses of superior quality, Raisins and Lemmons, Rice and Chocolate, Pearl and common Barley, Oat Meal and Sago, Spermaceti, Wax, and Tallow Candles, Brown Soap, by the box only, Demijohns, Liquor Cases, &c. &c. Dec. 23d. ept3w
The Subscriber has for sale, London particular Madeira Wine, in pipes and quarter casks; West-India Rum in hds. and barrels; Brown Sugar of excellent quality; and 55 bbls. of Cargo Beef.
WM. BRENT. Washington, Nov. 12. tf.
WANTED,
A place in a Store, or any other business, as a Clerk or Steward, TO a private or public gentleman, who can be well recommended—The wages required will be moderate until he is found agreeable to whom he may be employed—A line addressed to F. M. and left at the office of the National Intelligencer, will be greatly received. Washington City, Jan. 19 1803. 3f.
A few hundred weight of Baltimore manufactured loaf Sugar, and a parcel of Seine Twine, of a very superior quality, just received and for sale by
STEWART & BEALL. N. B. They have on hand, French, Peach, and Apple Brandy, Whiskey, Tar and Flour by the barrel, a large supply of Salt and Pepper of Paris and Shad. Jan. 17, 1803. eptm
Little River Turnpike Road.
IT is requested by the President and Directors of the Little River Turnpike Road, that the Stockholders of the Company do pay to the Treasurer of the Company, William Harshorne, Ten Dollars upon each share held by them in the said Company, on or before the first day of February next.
James Keith, President. J. T. Ricketts, } Dir'drs. Leven Powell, } Geo. Glavin, } Alexandria, Jan. 24. 4p
THE FEDERALIST.
JUST PUBLISHED, AND FOR SALE BY RAPINE, COARAD & Co. A new and corrected edition of the FEDERALIST, in two handsome volumes, octavo, neatly bound and lettered.
The merits of this work are so well known, that it is thought unnecessary to say anything in its favour. They will, however, presume to say, that in point of paper, print and binding, it is equalled by few publications, either in this, or any other country.
Also, for sale as above, The Medical Repository, and Review of American Publications on Medicine, Surgery, and the auxiliary branches of Philosophy, in five vols. conducted by Doctors Mitchell and Miller, of New-York. This work is continued to be published in quarterly yearly numbers, four of which make a volume, and are regularly received immediately after they are published.
At the same place may be had, The American Review and Literary Journal, publishing at New-York January 21, 1803. ept2w
On Saturday next will be published,
At the Book-Store, Pennsylvania Avenue, Price 25 Cents, or 20 Dollars the 100 Copies
An Examination of the Question, Who is the writer of two forged Letters, addressed to the President of the United States—attributed to John Rutledge, Esq. Member of Congress from South-Carolina.
At the same Store may be had, All the new Political Publications on both sides of the question, and a beautiful collection of English and American Books, in the best binding, stationery of every description, and printing executed with speed, fidelity and neatness.
Among the new publications are, 1. The Paine's four Letters to the People of the U. States—25 cents.
2. A Letter to Alexander Hamilton, King of the Fed.—25 cents.
3. All the pamphlets on the controversy concerning the inurgies of the Presidential Election in 1800—1802.
4. Paine's Letter to Gen. Washington, latest edition.
5. The Census of the United States, taken in 1791.
6. The Census for 1801.
7. Almanacs in various, with useful tables, &c. Common Almanacs.
8. A new copy of the Report of the Committee of Commerce and Manufactures on the subject of Countervailing Duties, in 1805.
9. The Official List of all the Officers under the government of the United States, published by order of Congress in 1802.
10. Ladies' Pocket Box, silver mounted, with housewife and steel instruments.
11. Morocco Note Cases.
12. Gold and Silver Tooth-picks and Tooth-pick Cases.
13. Ladies' Scissors, with Silver and Morocco Sheaths.
14. Ivory Chess-men and Chess-boards.
15. Bird-doors and Shuttlecocks.
16. Glass Shades for patent lamps and wicks.
17. Japanned Card Racks.
18. Crows Quills.
19. Stationery Cutlery of every description.
20. Pencils, Ink, red and black, Indian Rubber, Playing Cards, Backgammon