Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1805-09-25 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. V.]
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1805.
[No. 1406.
Public Sale.
On TUESDAY next, at 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, RUM In hds. and bls. French Brandy in pipes, Gin in pipes and bls. Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bls. Sugar in hds. tiersces and bls. Chocolate White and brown Soap and } in boxes, Mould and dip Candles Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queen's Ware in crates, HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, &c.—Also, A Variety of DRY GOODS, among which are Cloths, Coatings, Kersemeres, Duffs, Plains, Kersies, Negro Cottons, Berger, Elasticcks, blue Friezes, Calimancoes, Russells, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Callicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs, India Muslins and Table Clothes, Bandana Handkerchiefs, Colour'd Threads, Hats and sundry other articles. Philip G. Marsteller. Dec. 20.
PUBLIC SALE.
By virtue of a deed of trust, from James Davidson to the subscriber, for securing the payment of thirteen hundred dollars to Jo- seph Thomas and Joseph Faxon, will be exposed to PUBLIC SALE, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on the premises, on SATURDAY the 12th day of October next, at four o'clock in the afternoon, a HOUSE and LOT , on Prince- Street, between Water and Fairfax streets, late- occupied by the said James Davidson as a ta- vern. The House is large and commodious, and is in a part of the town well calculated for business of any kind—and the sale will positively take place. G. Deneale, Trustee. September 19. dtf.
Wanted to Purchase, 50 well seasoned Locust or Cedar Posts, and 250 stout Chesnut RAILS. Apply to the Printer. Aug. 19. d.
Mackarel & Whiskey. 110 barrels of MACKAREL just received, per Schooner Miram, from Rhode-Island: ALSO, 35 barrels strong proof RYE WHISKEY— and 30 kegs manufactured James-River TOBAC- CO, warranted good. These articles will be sold low. Apply to John & Thomas Vowell. July 16. d.
FOR SALE, A likely NEGRO BOY, about 12 or 13 years old. Enquire of the Printer. September 12.
JUST RECEIVED, A few chests Young Hyson and Imperial Teas. Mould, Tallow, and Spermaceti Candles, of nice quality; For Sale, by John G. Ladd. September 20. d.
GUNPOWDER. Just received, and for sale by the sub- scribers, 15 quarter-casks F and FF Belona Gunpow- der, of a superior quality. ALSO, 25 chests Young Hyson Tea, 30 barrels New-England Rum, 10 hogsheads Molasses, 10 quarter-casks Malaga Wine, 3 trunks mens' coarse Shoes—and A quantity Planters Parts. LAWRASON & FOWLE. September 7. d.
TO RENT, A convenient two-story Brick-house on Wilkes street, opposite Capt. George Stacum's For terms apply to, John C. Vowell. July 6.
For Freight or Charter, The substantial, fast-sailing SHIP William and John, Thomas Woodhouse, Master; Carries 350 hogsheads of tobac- co or 2300 barrels of flour. Ap- ply to the Master on board, or James Patton, Who has for Sale, Cogniac Brandy, 4th proof, old, and of good flavor Jamaica Spirit, in puncheons Molasses, in hogsheads A pipe of Old London particular Madeira Wine Muscovado Sugar, in hds. and bbls. New-York prime Beef and Pork Loaf Sugar, in hds. Cadiz Salt Coffee, in bags September 17. d
SHIP UNITED STATES, J. M. SPEAKE, Arrived at Liverpool, in per- fect safety, after a passage of 26 days; and expected to sail about the beginning of August, with FALL GOODS, for Alexandria and George-Town. She may be expected by the 20th instant, and as we are de- sirous of giving her dispatch so as to place her at Liverpool for an early ship next spring, for this river, we will either charter, or take in part freight to a convenient port in France , or to Corves and a Market , or LIVERPOOL DIRECT. Apply to Ricketts, Newton & Co. September 4. d
FOR SALE, A few likely NEGROES. For terms, apply to BENJAMIN DULANY, Who will offer at Public Sale, on the first of November next, at his plantation near the Falls Church, All his Stock & Farming Utensils, of every description, On a credit of 6 months—the purchasers giving bond with good security for the payment. September 5. dtf.
PUBLIC SALE. By virtue of a decree of the Court of the United States for the fifth circuit in the Virginia district, pronounced at the May term, 1803, in behalf of ROBERT BIRD against Josiah Watson and John Love ; will be sold to the highest bidder for ready money, AN ESTATE or PLANTATION , in the county of Prince William, called Buck- land —and one in the county of Westmoreland, called Chantilly ; for the purpose of raising the sum of twelve thousand dollars with interest thereon, to be computed after the rate of five per centum per annum, from the 10th day of November, 1795; and the further sum of nine thousand four hundred and fifty four dollars and eighty eight cents, with like interest, to be com- puted from the 10th day of May, 1798. The sale of the above-mentioned estates will be made on the premises; that of Buckland to take place on the 14th day of October next— from which only the sum of eight thousand three hundred and forty-six dollars, with interest, at six per centum per annum, to be computed from the 25th day of July, 1797, and the expence of sale thereof is to be raised, and the residue from that called Chantilly , the sale of which will take place on the 16th day of the same month. Benjamin Molby, D. M. FOR Joseph Scott, M. V. D. September 5. dtf 4th Oct.
Mutual Insurance Office, RICHMOND, Sept. 5th, 1805. THE members of the Mutual Insurance Com- pany against Fire on Goods and Furniture in the state of Virginia, are hereby notified that a second full quota is found to be necessary, and is hereby called for, to be paid by each member of this company to the cashier-general on or be- fore the first day of October next. The members of this company will be pleased to take notice, that all who fail to comply with this requisition will cease to be insured after the day fixed on for the payment of the said quota until payment is made. And in order to place this institution on a respectable footing, it is deemed necessary to motion immediately against all delinquents—so that no indulgence need be expected after the first day of October next. Benjamin Du-Val, President. PRINTING, in its various branches, handsomely executed at this office.
NOTICE. THE late Copartnership of Bennett & Watts , is dissolved by mutual consent, on the 31st of August last. All those indebted, will please make payment to Charles Bennett , to whom the debts are assigned, and those having claims will apply to him for payment. Charles Bennett, John Watts. September 16. dtf.
PUBLIC NOTICE. THE Trustees of the town of PROVIDENCE, having thought it expedient to postpone the Sale of the several LOTS in the said town, advertised for sale on this day , until MONDAY the 21st day of October next—Notice therefore is given, That the said Trustees will, on that day, proceed to expose to PUBLIC SALE , for ready money, the several LOTS in the said town, agreeable to the act of assembly establish- ing the same. Charles Little, W. Payne, Richard Fitzhugh, H. Gunnell, jun. Wm. Middleton, Daniel McChechester, Francis Coffey, Daniel Lewis, John C. Hunter. MONDAY, the 19th day } (29) of August, 1805. dtf
FOR SALE, IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Neabsco Furnace, and its Ap- pendages, with 4 or 5000 acres of Land adjoining,
NEAR the town of Dumfries, and within four miles of the Potomac. The soil is generally adapted to the produce of small grain— and, if too considerable for one purchaser, will be laid off in lots suitable for small farms. A description of the land is thought unnecessary, as those wishing to purchase will, no doubt, first view it. The payments required will be one- third cash, and the balance in two annual instal- ments, to be secured by a mortgage on the land, and no deed will be made until the last payment is complied with. Any person wishing to pur- chase, may know the terms by applying to Mr. Thomas T. Page, living near the premises; who is fully authorised by me, to sell the whole or any part. John Tayloe. Mount Airy, August 12. dtf
N. B. A valuable Mine Bank, in Maryland, may be had with the Furnace. Jamaica Rum for Sale. FOR SALE, A few puncheons 4th proof Jamai- ca Rum. James Sanderfon. August 26. d
Alexander Smith & Son Have just received from on board the brig Ma- ria, from Lisbon, 72 boxes of LEMONS, In uncommon good order. They also keep, as usual, Sugar, in hds. and barrels Jamaica Rum, in hds. Loaf and Lump Sugar New-England Rum, in barrels Salt, of different kinds Imperial and Young Hyson Teas Whiskey, by the hhd. and barrel And other GROCERIES , as usual; all of which they will sell low for cash, or exchange for country produce. N. B. We also continue to keep a complete assortment of BOLTING CLOTHS , and select the best FLOUR for family use, and will give the highest price for FLAX-SEED . September 19. dtf
The Subscriber has just Received, And now offers for Sale, at his Store in King Street; A few hundred weight soft shelled Almonds; 32 boxes Lisbon Sweatmeats, of a superior quality, and a large assortment of Lis- bon Baskets of various sizes. In addition to the above, he has also on hand, A complete assortment of CONFEC- TIONARY , All of which he will sell either by wholesale or retail, remarkably low for cash. Matthew Eakin. September 19. dtf
Dissolution of Copartnership. THE Copartnership hitherto subsisting under the firm of Joseph Riddle & Co. of Alexandria, was dissolved the first instant, by mutual con- sent: All persons that are indebted to, or that have claims on the same, are requested to come forward and settle, as it is desirable to close the concern as soon as possible. Those whose ac- counts are of long standing are particularly re- quested to attend to this notice, and make payments to either of the subscribers. JOSEPH RIDDLE, Of Alexandria. JAMES DALL, Of Baltimore. September 18. dtf
RYE WHISKEY. 50 barrels strong and fine flavored Rye Whis- key, A few hogsheads prime retailing Molasses, 20 1-8 chests Young Hyson Tea, of a very superior quality, Assorted Patent Shot, and a variety of British Gunpowder, from F to treble bble— with a general assortment of Liquors and Groceries— FOR SALE, by Mandeville & Jameson. September 18.
Ground-Rents for Sale. ON THURSDAY , the 4th day of October next, between the hours of twelve and one, will be Sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, at the Coffee-House, two separate Ground-Rents, secured by valuable Lots in this town, for £.20 17 3 Virginia Currency. J. H. Hooe, Assignee of the estate of John Gill—a bankrupt, September 5. dtf
LAND for SALE. I have about 1000 acres of Land, equal to any in the state of Kentucky, lying near Lexington, which I will sell a great bargain; the title indisputable, and an old military one. The terms of the sale will be made low, and a very lengthy credit given on a considera- ble part of the purchase money. Those gentle- men who intend to settle in the state, and who wish to purchase, may find it their interest to call upon me. I have the certificate of the hon. John Brackenridge, Esq. and others, shewing the title, situation, quality, quantity and value of this property. John Luke. August 5. dtf
NOTICE. The subscriber, administrator to the estate and effects of Eugene Hanly , deceased, re- quests all persons who have claims against the es- tate, to bring them forward, legally authenti- cated, for settlement; and those indebted will please to make immediate payment. William Oxley. August 14. d
FORTY DOLLARS Reward. Strayed or Stolen on Monday night last, from the subscribers, A SORREL HORSE, with a star on his forehead, has a faddle mark on his left side, bob tail, 6 years old. Whoever takes up the said horse and delivers him to the subscribers, shall have ten dollars reward and for the thief forty dollars. MARSTELLER & YOUNG. September 20. dtf
Forty Dollars Reward, For apprehending and securing in any gaol in the United States, so that I get him again, Negro ABNER; HE is a stout, strong, and active fellow; understands plantation business well and is a good shoemaker; he is about 32 years old, about 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high; he has some old scars from a whip which he received seven- teen years ago for running away; he has been my property ever since and I do not recollect that he has ever been corrected since, although often deserved it; he has a mother in Fauquier county, Virginia, the property of Mr. John Bronaught, and I have been informed he was seen on the road enquiring for said place, with a pass setting forth that he was a free man, and my name affixed to some of them, all of which are forgeries; and I will give a farther reward of Forty Dollars to any person that will inform me of the person or persons guilty of the forge- ry, provided they are convicted of the same. The above slave went off 28th July, 1805. THOMAS WEST, August 14. d

POLITICAL ESSAYS
On the essential and distinctive qualities of Democracies and Republics, with reference to the Constitution of the United States.
FROM THE BALTIMORE REPUBLICAN, OR ANTI-DEMOCRAT.
ESSAY XIV.
In our fifth number, having laid down the position, that the essence of a democracy consists in a power to enact laws being lodged in the body of the people, which may be exercised by them either collectively or successively; we observed: "The authority derived from the ancients, in proof of this point, will be principally those which are relied upon by the Abbe Barthelemy in his celebrated work entitled, The Travels of Anacharsis, the younger, in Greece, more particularly those which he quotes in his chapter, 'Of the nature of governments according to Aristotle and the other philosophers,' and his chapter 'Of the present government of Athens.'"
In quoting these authorities, as was proper, we used the title "Arist. de Repub." employed by the author, or translator of Anacharsis, to designate "Aristotle's Politics," the work quoted.
It is on the use of this "Arist. de Repub." that "the editor" [Mr. Duane] builds his second and last proof. We shall give it in his own words: "In Stanley's History of Philosophy, vol. 2, part 6, page 91, printed at London, under the general classification, Ethics, and the particular subject, politics, in this literal definition."
"Democracy. They who command or advise or judge in a democracy, are taken out of all, either by suffrage or lot."
"This is the definition given by a writer to whose authority the Anti-Democrat appealed with so much confidence. But in quoting which, the Anti-Democrat has either been deceived himself, or has attempted to deceive others, by quoting a book called Aristotle de Republica. In the catalogue of his works by Patricius, the number of which, exclusive of the Epistles, is 40, there are four works entitled Politieia or Politika, one on a kingdom, one on tyrants, one on constitutional law, 158 on the government of cities, and one entitled Proper Democracies. Whether the latter is the book referred to by the Anti-Democrat, under the designation of Aristotle de Republica, we shall not pretend to determine, because the books are lost, they do not exist. Of the books that have not perished, there are 8 entitled Politike. Perhaps it is one of these the Anti-Democrat has quoted, Aristotle de Republica, as if Aristotle wrote in Latin." (52)
Again. "Whether the error originated in the translating Anacharsis into English from the French, or that the Abbe Barthelemy was guilty of the fault is not very material. The French edition of Aristotle is in the Philadelphia library, but, besides that Aristotle de Republica is Latin, it is not a fair translation of any of his books. Nor is there in the list of those books that are lost such a title. In the class of Ethics, there are four books the title of which is [politeia] politics, but these are amongst the lost, as in his work on a "Proper Democracy," tyranny, oligarchy, and the government of cities. Of the works that are extant, there is one work, in eight books, which is entitled [politike] of politics; in this treatise so far from using the word [politeia] for a Republic, he uses it in speaking of a Monarchy." (53)
The patience of the reader is requested for a moment. We do not engage to reward him for his condescension. Criticism, we know, is to many, a tiresome subject. All that we can promise is to be brief.
We remark, in the first place, that the definition here given by Duane, of a democracy, is not taken from Aristotle's politics, but from a summary of his eight books on politics (which have not been lost,) condensed into about two thirds of a quarto page in Stanley's life of that Philosopher. As far, however, as the abridgement goes it is correct. "Those in a democracy who command or advise or judge are taken out of all, either by suffrage or lot." We have never disputed this fact; nor produced any quotation from Aristotle in any manner contradictory of it. Power exercised by delegation must exist under every form of government. In no government can all the people command, advise or judge. In a democracy, therefore, the people in assembly or assemblies, choose their
(52) The Editor, No. 10. Aurora, August 26. (53) Idem, No. 13. Aurora, August 30.
Generals, who command, their Senate, who advise or prepare their edicts, and the officers of their courts of justice, who judge (54)---but this is not all. Besides choosing those who command, or advise, or judge, "it is consonant to the nature of a democracy (as it has been observed), that all matters of deliberation or legislation, should be decided by all the people, either collectively or successively." (55)
Stanley's abridgement is to the same effect, if the whole be considered, instead of a part. "A city, he says, is governed either by one man, or some few, or all, and each of these either rightly or unjustly. Rightly when the princes respect the common good; unjustly when they consider their own private interest. The right are Monarchy, Aristocracy, Democracy; the unjust, Tyranny, Oligarchy, Ochlocracy. There is also a mixed government, consisting of the good kinds. And whereas a commonwealth is often changed into better or worse; that is best which is guided according to virtue, that worse which is according to vice."
"They who command or advise or judge, in a democracy, are taken out of all, either by suffrage or lot, in an oligarchy out of the richer; in an aristocracy out of the best."
Secondly. We have read with attention, the eight books of Aristotle's Politics, and compared the quotations, used by the Abbe Barthelemy, and quoted from thence, by the Mirror, and find the sense of Aristotle in no instance perverted or misrepresented.
Thirdly. "The Editor" mentions his having seen in the Philadelphia Library, a French edition of Aristotle's Politics. If he will take the trouble to look again into the library, he will find in it, "Aristotelis Opera, Graece et Latine." Perceiving that he understands Greek and Latin, we would recommend it to him for a view of Aristotle's Politics, instead of Stanley's; which, as before observed, is comprised in less than a quarto page.
He will also find in that library, a treatise, entitled "Aristotelis de Optimo Statu Reipublicae," which he may, perhaps, reconcile him to the title used by the author of Anacharsis, or his translator, "Aristotelis de Reipublicae."
It is in this manner Mr. Duane confutes a book (as Collin says of his antagonists) at the rate that mice do, by nibbling a little at a few of the leaves.
But the author of the Travels of Anacharsis, the younger, in Greece, is not permitted to escape with this detection. Besides not knowing how to translate the title of Aristotle's Politics into Latin, he was (saying your presence) a priest, and the "tutor and the defender of the worst public statement which Europe has known in the last eventful century:" (56) and, as if this had not been sufficient to have deprived him of public confidence, he adds, that his most celebrated work, the Travels of Anacharsis, the younger, is only a Romance. Ah! from what remorse might not this writer save himself, did but the romances he publishes, almost daily, in the Aurora, rest upon an equally solid foundation!
The Abbe was about thirty years employed on this romance, in the whole of which, there is not a single fact, sentence, or circumstance, relative to the Greek institutions and governments, that is not supported by the weight and authority of some ancient writer. And let me add, the fidelity of the abbe, relative to these authorities, has never been called in question, before this attack by the erudite vindicator of the democratic constitutions of America.
But the abbe does not stand a solitary instance of the critical acumen of Mr. Duane. Hume's work is not to be taken for a mere historical fact, relative to the Roman commonwealth---Why?---he was the apologist of the house of Stuart. (57) Aristotle, too, is unworthy of all belief: Why? he was the preceptor of Alexander the Great. (58) Xenophon and Thucydides are as little worthy of credit as either: Why? because they were banished from Athens. And for the same reason should Socrates be quoted, his authority would be rejected, he having been sentenced, by the Athenians, to drink poison. But more of this hereafter.
"The Editor" having thus got rid of all authorities, ancient and modern, undertakes to get rid of his own hypothesis. In his eleventh number the American govern-
(54) Arist. Pol. B. vi. C. 15. (55) Idem. B. vi. C. 14. (56) "The Editor" No. 13. Aurora August 30. (57) Idem. (58) Idem.
ments, which till then were "complete and perfect democracies," very unexpectedly, indeed, and all at once, become "Representative Democracies."
This forensic manœuvre, this attempt a donner le change, does not strike, at the first view, as a very intelligible argument in support of the original hypothesis.---"We have examined ("the Editor" exclaims in his 9th number) the constitution of the United States, and we find it to be, in every sense of the word, a Democracy. (59)---It would be satisfactory to be informed, in what degree of relation a representative democracy, stands, to a democracy "complete and perfect in every sense of the word?" Are they synonymous or convertible terms? Or how many removes is a "representative democracy" from a complete and perfect democracy? Has it gained a place in democratical genealogy? And by what symbolical figure do the ancients distinguish it?
A Democratical Government has been represented, iconologically, "by a woman, in the mean but decent habit, to represent the condition of the common people; crowned with a chaplet of vine leaves wreathed with a branch of elm, to denote union; holding, in one hand, a pomegranate, as an emblem of the people assembled in one body; and in the other serpents, because they are contented to remain in a low state, and do not aspire to higher things; corn lying on the ground, and sacks of corn round about her, to shew that a public provision for the necessities of every one, maintains peace and union." (60)
How shall we personify a representative democracy? Shall we in conformity with the doctrine of Mr. Duane, & the practice of democrats, represent it by a beautiful Parisian Poissarde, [Fish-moman] her right arm embracing a lofty oak, its trunk fast decaying, while its extended branches exhibit the mistletoe in full bloom and vigour, emblematical of committees and demagogues, those perfections of democratic policy "imprium in imprimo," her left arm extended, and displaying a polypus, significant of every, the smallest subdivision of the people being equal to the whole.
To proceed without allegory or emblem---In what Greek author shall we find the term, "Representative democracy?"---What definition is given of it by Lexicographers? Shall we look for it in Walker's Critical Pronouncing Dictionary?---The author of these numbers is so unfortunate as not to have seen the term in any of the Lexicons with which he is acquainted. Should he meet with it in consulting Aristotelis de Optimo Statu Reipublicae, or any of the ancient authors, it is hoped he will be so public spirited as not to keep the discoveries to himself.
Well then, easy people you have got a representative democracy, in the place of, "in every sense of the word," and "in every respect a complete and perfect democracy."
Thus in the course of a few weeks, we have passed from something real to representative; from the thing itself complete and perfect in all its parts, to a mere representation of the thing. Sic transit gloria mundi. It must however, be a matter of consolation to those among us who dislike the substance, to learn, from Mr. Duane himself, that they have only got the shadow.
(49) Aurora, Aug. 25. (60) Dictionarium Britannicum, &c. by N. Bayly.
BOSTON, Sept. 17.
Continental war with Europe.
From the spirited tone of the note of Novoziltzoff, the Russian minister at Berlin, on resigning his French passports; from the irritating remarks on the documents in the French government paper; and from the confidence expressed in the English gazettes, that this will be the last pacific overture of the court of Peterburgh, we think that the prospect of a coalition of European powers, to defend themselves against France, is now strongly supported.
Invasion of England.
This enterprize is again the topic of conversation in France and Holland, and represented to be on the eve of experiment. We presume it is as probable now as it was two years ago, and no more. Bonaparte may think it expedient, while he is in reality preparing for a bold contest with the continental powers, to affect an intention to invade England. If we are right in our conjectures, his object in all his recent preparation is not to cross the channel.
NEW YORK, Sept. 21. Arrived brig Hannah, Vandyme, from Isle of May. Left the ship Elizabeth, for New York in 14 days. Brig Concord, Millar, of Kennebec, from Point Petre, Guadaloupe. Sailed in co. ship Eliza, of New Orleans for New York. Spoke nothing. Schr. Mariner, Sydleman, from St. Pierres, Mart. Schr. Huntress, Montgomery from Philadelphia. Schr. Citizen, Hanford from St. Domin. go. Left, the ship Fame, for Baltimore, in 2 days; ship Sally of New York, for Antwerp in 4 days; ship Thomas Wilson for Havanna, in 4 days; ship Ohio, of New York, destination not known; schr. New York Packet, Geer, of New York; brig Hercules, of New York, at English-town, for Havanna. The ship Howard, sailed in co. for New York. September 1, lat. 23, 17, off Havanna, spoke the brig Ranger, from Jamaica, for New York. September 14, lat. 33, 23, long. 77, spoke the schr. Success, Curtis, from the Bay of Honduras, for Philadelphia. Schr. Splash, Hylyard, from St. Pierres, Mart. Left there, brig Wealtha, Ann, for New York, in 10 days; schooner Martha, and brig Actress, Tinker for do. in 10 days, and several others. September 14, lat. 32, 30, long. 74, spoke schooner Rhoda, 6 days from Philadelphia for St. Thomas having lost one man and 2 sick of the fever. Schr. Rising States, Newcomb, from Norfolk. English schooner Judith, Moser, in 10 days from Halifax, last from Lunenburgh. Brig Regulator, Doe, from Washington, N. C. Schooner Charlotte, Block from Norfolk. Left there sloop Little Jim, for New York. Schooner Eliza, Addison, from Richmond. Saw a British brig ashore at Cap Henry, from Jamaica for Norfolk. Schr. Eagle, Forbes, from Murpheysborough, N. C. Schr. Harmony, Holmes, from Baltimore. Schr. Constellation, King, from Richmond. Schr. Luna Maria, Batten, from North Carolina. Schr. Two Brothers, Burras, from Wilmington, N. C. September 18th, off the Capes of Philadelphia spoke brig Julian, 25 days from Trinidad. U. S. cutter Patrick, Bright from Norfolk. Sloop Katy Maria, Storer from Norfolk. Sloop Washington, Kollock, from Indian River.
BALTIMORE, September 21. The brig Spartan, Chamberlain, hence to Smyrna, arrived at Mal'a, in 43 days. Arrived, schooner Brutus, Meader, 15 days from Point Peter, Guad. Left there 7th instant, brig Orient, Dinsmore; same day, Brilliant, Monserrat, for do in 20 days; schr. Two Brothers, Watts, of do. arrived the evening before, in 43 days passage; ship Rising States, Ingraham, for New-York, in 18 days; brig Orient, Jenny, for do. uncertain; schooner Concord, Dill Philadelphia, in 13 or 14 days; Hero, Shaw, of do. just arrived; Olive Branch, Crawford, of do. going into port; brig Elizabeth, Powers, Newburyport; Ellen, Jordan, for Portland, in 10 days; schr. Atalanta, Price, for Charleston, in 6 days. In lat. 31, long. 74, 80, W. spoke schooner Endeavor, Rogers, from Trinidad for N. York.
September 22. Arrived, brig Three Brothers, M'Neal, 24 days from St. Pierres, Martinique. Left there, 29th ult. brig George, Stiles, for Baltimore, in 10 or 12 days; Redress, for New York, loading; Sampson, of Portland, ready for sea; Antelope, of N. Haven, bound to leeward; schooner Baltimore, Peirce, from Baltimore, 26th; Ann Pollard, Moffat, from the Spanish Main, loading for Portsmouth; Splash, of New York, loading. Sept. 4, lat. 20, long. 63, 30, spoke brig Philip, Brown, from Baltimore for St. Thomas, out 17 days.
FOR SALE—OR TO LET, THE DWELLING HOUSE which I now occupy, on Royal-street. As I am going to remove, possession may be had the first day of August. JOSEPH SMITH. July 22.

NORFOLK, September 19.
We have of late heard many opinions concerning the conduct of this country to the Ex-Bashaw, and of its having pledged its faith to have him raised to the throne of Tripoli. — Those who advocate such opinions will perceive how erroneous they are, on perusing the following elegant letter, of Commodore Samuel Barron's, (received via Baltimore) which would do honor to the most sensible diplomatic character. — Norfolk Herald.
OFFICIAL.
The following is an extract of a letter from Commodore Barron, to William Eaton, esq-dated,
MALTA. Dec. 22, 1804.
You must be sensible that in giving their sanction to a co-operation with the Ex-Bashaw, government did not contemplate the measure as leading necessarily & absolutely to a reinstatement of that prince in his rights to the regency of Tripoli: They appear to have viewed the co-operation as a means, which if there existed energy and enterprize in the exile, and attachment to his person on the part of his former subjects, might be employed to the common furtherance and advantage of his cause and our cause; but without meaning to fetter themselves by any specific or definite attainment as an end, which the tenor of my instructions and the limited sum appropriated for that special purpose, clearly demonstrates. I fear by the convention you seem to think of making with Hamet, that a wider range would be taken than is consistent with the powers vested in me for that particular object. These apprehensions may perhaps prove groundless on further representations from you, but under present impressions, I felt it my duty to state explicitly, that I must withhold my sanction from any convention or agreement committing the U. S. or tending to impress on Hamet bashaw, a conviction that we have bound ourselves to place him upon the throne.
The consequences involved in such an engagement cannot but strike you forcibly, and a general view of our situation in relation to the reigning bashaw, and our unfortunate countrymen in Tripoli, will be sufficient to mark its inexpediency. I shall consider it as my duty, as it is certainly my inclination to afford you every aid compatible with the authority vested in me and commensurate with the means that have been placed at my disposal; and you may rely upon the most active and vigorous support from the squadron, as soon as the season and our arrangements will permit us to appear in force before the enemy's walls; but I wish you to understand that no guarantee or engagement to the exiled prince, whose cause I must repeat we are only favoring as an instrument to our advantage, and not as an end in itself, must be held to stand in the way of our acquiescence to any honorable and advantageous terms of accommodation which the reigning bashaw may be induced to propose. These terms being once offered and accepted by the representative of government appointed to treat of peace, our support to the ex-bashaw must necessarily cease. You will not, however, conceive, sir, that these considerations, important and necessary as they are, ought to induce us at once to abandon the benefits which the measures you have adopted seem to promise. I conceive a perseverance in them by no means incompatible with a total freedom from any trammels with respect to a definitive object, which freedom I deem it all important to preserve, especially when I view the peculiar situation in which captain Bainbridge and his fellow-sufferers may be placed by this co-operation. If by your energy and exertions added to the supplies now sent forward, you succeed in getting possession of Derne and Bengazi, we may calculate that having received this impulse from our strength, the ex-bashaw will himself possess sufficient energy, courage and talent, and if accounts are correct, sufficient interest among the people to move on with from steps, and to conduct his friends and followers to the gates of Tripoli; but should he be found deficient in these essential qualities, or that it appears we have been deceived in regard to the disposition of the inhabitants, he must be held as an unfit subject for further support or co-operation.
RICHMOND, September 21.
Extract from a letter, dated Pittsylvania county, Sept. 7, 1805. The very great drought lately, has much shortened the prospect of our crops of corn and tobacco in this part of the country, and has always been attended with consequence hitherto unknown by the oldest inhabitants.
Almost all the fish in Staunton river, of every kind, have died; thousands and tens of thousands were found in the shoals, sand bars, and banks of the river, as far up and down as any information has been obtained. From the intolerable stench, occasioned by their putrefaction, a contagion on the river must certainly have followed; but happily there came a heavy fall of rain, which raised a considerable swell in the river, that carried the offending substance down.
"There is scarcely a fish now to be seen in the river (alive); and such as are seen are of the flat perch kind. As well as I recollect, from the 20th to the 25th of August was the period most fatal. Some allege that the excessive heat of the season and the lowness of the water, which has been generally muddy, have occasioned this phenomenon; others ascribe it to different causes. But what seems strange is, that the fish, neither in Otter river or Pig river, have been the least affected."
Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25.
The Editor of the London Courier, (after remarking on admiral Calder's victory) says: — "It comes most seasonably too after the spirited note of M. Novozilzow to the Prussian government. — Perhaps it would be difficult to determine to which of the two cabinets that note does the most honor, the Russian or the British; it affords a perfect proof of the manly and decisive principles by which the former has been actuated; it furnishes a complete justification of the conduct of the latter. We now see how wisely and how justly the Monitor and the Opposition sneered at that guarded term of confidential intercourse and connection, which the minister made use of in speaking of our relations with Russia. We may now estimate the degree of confidence to be placed in the repeated assertions of the French official paper, that we had no relations with the European Powers; we pray now decide upon the weight and value of the charges brought by the Grenville and Fox party, that we had lost all character and credit upon the continent, and that the general belief and conviction of the European powers was, that we had entered into the present war from motives of mere self-interest. The Russian note is the refutation of all the charges of the opposition, and to make use of a strong but coarse expression, has thrown them upon their backs. It is impossible that a note could be couched in terms more honorable to the motives and conduct of Great Britain. Whilst the adversaries of the minister were complaining that the French overture for peace has been treated with haughty contempt, it appears that we were urging Russia to conquer the obstacles she felt to a negotiation, and to make sacrifices for the restoration of peace; whilst the opposition were contrasting the pacific expressions of Bonaparte with our silence, it is now proved, that he affected pacific inclinations, whilst we felt them; that we had solicited the mediation of Russia, and evinced our readiness to make exertions and sacrifices for the re-establishment of general tranquility. It should seem as if Russia, always suspicious of the professions of Bonaparte, had adopted the principle of negotiation with no little reluctance. She makes no concession; she even refuses to receive passports on any condition than that of negotiating without any acknowledgment of the new title which Bonaparte had assumed."
"The solemn declaration of Russia releases at once from all those charges so often brought by the French government, of wishing to involve the continent in war, it proves that the first use we made of a continental power, was not to extend the flames of war, but restore peace — not to carry the seat of hostilities to the continent, but to make a great continental power the medium of putting an end to them; an object for which we were prepared, and willing to make great sacrifices. Every line of this most important state paper, furnishes a proof of the moderation of Great Britain, and of the insolence and hostility of France — It is impossible to state more simply, yet more strongly, or place in a clearer light the two following facts: — the one, that immediately after the receipt of our answer to his overture, Bonaparte assumed the title of king of Italy; a title which, "in itself, threw a new obstacle in the way of peace; the other, that immediately after granting the passports for M. Novozilzoff Bonaparte committed a fresh aggression in the seizure of Genoa; an act which, "instead of facilitating the restoration of peace was of a nature to annihilate the very grounds of peace."
"After such a decisive note it is impossible to believe that Russia, will confine herself to a kind of negative hostility, to a war of words but not of actions. We have no doubt that the signature of the treaty of subsidy with this country, followed close upon the order for recalling M. Novozilzoff, and that Russia will immediately if she has not already, declared war against France. It is understood that this decisive step of the court of Petersburg was not taken without some communication with Vienna: — It is certain that the measures of both assumed at once an aspect of more vigour and decision; for about the time that Russia sent off her dispatches to recall M. Novozilzoff, orders were issued by Austria for all the regiments to hold themselves in readiness, and for many of them to begin their march for Venice. We have little doubt therefore, that in the measures which the emperor of Russia may think proper to adopt, he will be cordially and heartily supported by Austria."
"But what will be the effect of this note of the Russian Cabinet, and of this circumstance and defeat of the grand expedition upon Bonaparte? Those who have studied his character believe, that they will urge him to some rash and desperate enterprize. Could we view the workings of his mind upon reading Admiral Calder's dispatch and Novozilzoff's note, we should no doubt see it convulsed by all the demons of rage and revenge; a perfect pandemonium. If he suspects that Austria has connected herself with Russia, he will immediately attack her, and we shall not be surprised to receive, by the next accounts from Italy, intelligence of a French army having made an irruption into the Venetian States. It was rumored indeed last night that France had actually commenced hostilities. But it is against England that Bonaparte's rage will be the most excited because he knows that we defy him, and he feels that if the Continent be to be rescued from his fangs, it will owe its rescue to the example which has been set by the vigor, the perseverance, the constancy and the courage of Great Britain. If ever he entertained any serious design of sending his flotillas to sea, he will send them to sea now; not because the chances of success are greater than they were; far otherwise; but because he will feel the necessity of making some desperate attempt, to turn the attention of his subjects from the defect of the West India expedition. — One of the Dutch papers that arrived the night before last contains an extract from another paper, which boasts that
"Napoleon I. will no longer delay the execution of his grand plan; he will send out the expedition against England, and compel that kingdom to make a separate peace, because the powers of the continent can join in the same. Probably the Dutch will have the preference, and the game begin from their ports. At Montabaur a telegraph is erecting on a high mountain, by which the French, while employed on the channel, will receive intelligence from the north, with the celerity of lightning. That Napoleon I. has foreseen the possibility of a great and sudden change in the disposition of the Powers of the continent, and that he has determined, at the same time, to be beforehand with them, by an unexpected blow against England, is sufficiently evident from his return from Italy, no less speedily than unexpected."
"The Dutch Editor makes the short but emphatic remark upon this paper, that, 'time will show how far the writer of it is in the secret.' But it would have been the juster observation to have said that time would shew its truth or falsehood; for the Dutch Editor would not have dared to insert the paragraph, unless it had come to him from one in the secret."
"The increased activity in all the Dutch and French ports, seem to show that something will at length be attempted. The Pensionary Schimmelpennick, is gone to the Dutch camp at Zeist, to review the troops before they break up for embarkation at Helvoet and the Helder. Shipwrights and artificers are removed from port to port to complete the preparations in each. Our Deal letter of this morning mentions, that every thing is on the alert on the coast. From two to three hundred of the Boulogne flotilla have come into the outer roads in apparent readiness for sailing."
Commercial. — At the last dates from England the trials of the vessels detained, for having the produce of enemies' colonies on board, taken in originally by the same vessels at those colonies, was suspended, to wait the issue of a remonstrance; but it is said there is little room to expect their acquittal.
[Boston paper.]
Spring-Garden Theatre.
The public are respectfully informed that in consequence of the Baltimore Theatre opening on the 1st of October, this Theatre will positively close
ON THURSDAY EVENING,
(SEPTEMBER 26)
With the favorite TRAGEDY of
MAHOMET,
The Impostor.
(Written by the Rev. Mr. MILLER.)
Mahomet, Mr. Wood Mirvan, Mr. Taylor Zaphna, Mr. Cain Alcanor, Mr. McKenzie Ali, Mr. Seymour Pharon, Mr. Rutherford Guards, Citizens, &c.
Palmira, Mrs. Wood
END OF THE TRAGEDY, A Scotch Comic Pantomimical Dance, Composed by Mr. Francis,
CALLED
The Scheming Milliners;
OR,
The Beau New Trimm'd.
Old Donald, Mr. Francis Sandy, Master Harris Sawney Sly, Master Jefferson Beau Trippett, Mr. Seymour
Moggy, Miss Hunt Jenny, Miss Scrivener
The whole to conclude with
A REEL,
By Mr. Francis, Master Harris, Master Jefferson, and Miss Hunt.
After which, the much admired
COMIC OPERA OF
NO SONG NO SUPPER.
Frederick, Mr. Cain, Robin, Mr. Jefferson Endless, Mr. Francis Crop, Mr. McKenzie Thomas, Master Harris William, Mr. Taylor
Margaretta, Mrs. Jefferson Louisa, Miss Scrivener Dorothy, Mrs. Seymour Nelly, Miss Hunt.
The Doors to be opened at 6, and the performance to begin precisely at 7.
Admittance One Dollar.
Tickets to be had at Mr. GANSBY's bar, and at the THEATRE.
Should the weather prove unfavorable, the entertainments will be postponed until the first fair evening.
September 25.
TO LET OR SELL,
A Blacksmith's Shop & Tools,
IN a very convenient and old stand, near Col. Hood's wharf. It has been used in the ship-smith line, as long as any shop in the town, and a great deal of money has been made by the former proprietor. An industrious sober man might do very well. — Application to be made to JAMES CAMPBELL; or LOUD N.W. CAMPBELL, ship-joiners next door to the premises.
Sept. 25.
1aw3t
WANTED,
A YOUNG MAN, who has been regularly bred to the Dry Good business. — To such a one coming well recommended, a liberal salary will be given. Apply to THE PRINTER. Sept. 25. d.w.
A GARDENER WANTED.
A GARDENER, who can bring testimonials of good character, and skill in his profession, will meet with immediate employment and liberal wages. — A German with a wife who understands spinning and the care of a dairy would be preferred. He is wanted to reside on a farm two miles from Alexandria. — Application may be made to Dr. STEWART, Aspia Hall, Sept. 25. d7c
EDUCATION.
The subscriber returns his sincere thanks to his Friends and Employers, for their patronage and past favors; and respectfully begs leave to inform them and the inhabitants of Alexandria, that he will commence an Evening School on Monday the 16th of September. Those who are disposed to favor him with their scholars, are desired to make speedy application, as he will take but a small number. Particular attention will be paid to the English Grammar, Surveying, theoretical and practical part, if requested — Navigation, the use of the Globes, or any of the different branches of the Mathematics.
William Slade.
Prince-street Academy, August 31.
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MILLS FOR SALE.
The subscribers offer for sale, that valuable property, known by the name of COLUMBIA MILL,
Situated on the south bank of Major Abraham's creek, below the confluence of the Kenderhook and Claverack creeks, about half a mile from the channel of the North river, and four miles North of Hudson, being one of the best streams in the state of New York, four run of burr-stones are erected in the mill, together with all the machinery, constructed in the best and most convenient manner for the manufacture of flour. The water is navigable along side of the mill for boats drawing 5 feet water. The advantages which this situation affords for the manufacture of flour are numerous, and will be best appreciated by any person wishing to engage in that line of business, by a view of the premises.
For price and terms of payment, which will be made easy to the purchaser, and to whom an indisputable title will be given. Apply to Elisha Jenkins, at Albany, O R.
John Alsop, at Hudson. September 9. eozm
PUBLIC SALE.
PURSUANT to Deeds of Trust from Philip Wanton to the subscriber will be sold on the premises, at public auction, at 11 o'clock, A. M. on the 5th day of October, ensuing,
Six Lots of Ground,
Handsomely situated on Stump-Hill, about two miles west from Alexandria, described in the plat of said tract by the numbers 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, and 25, lying in one body, and contain about 36 acres, being subject to pay of the original purchase money two instalments due 2d January and 2d July past, in amount 597 13-100 dollars—The terms of trust are CASH; but some credit will be allowed on satisfactory security.
In like manner, will be Sold, In the town of Centreville, 25 miles from Alexandria, at 11 o'clock, on the 12th day of October next,
A valuable Lot of Ground, together with the improvements thereon; consisting of a good Frame Dwelling-House, a Tannery of Vats, Bark-House, &c. convenient for the tanning business.
Samuel Craig, Trustee. September 2. eotf
PUBLIC SALE.
BY VIRTUE of a deed of trust from John Norwood, to the subscriber, will be exposed to public auction, on Saturday the 28th of September 1805,
A Lot of Ground,
Situate on the south side of King street, extending on said street, 63 feet five inches, and running back 176 feet 7 inches. On said lot are 3 well finished two story frame houses, with the necessary back buildings. A credit of 3, 12, 18 and 24 months, will be allowed, on the purchasers giving their notes, with approved indorsers, negotiable in the bank of Alexandria.
Francis Peyton. Sept. 6. e03w.
Valuable Property for Sale.
On the 10th day of October next, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, will be sold on a long credit, at public vendue, on the premises.
THAT large STONE WAREHOUSE on the corner of Wolfe and Union streets; one-half of a Ground Rent of £.731 18/ arising out of the Distill-house immediately opposite; one half of the Wharf that was built by general Roberdeau, and a number of Vacant Lots on Water, Wolfe, and Union streets.
The property will be shown to any person applying to the subscriber.
THOMAS PATTEN. August 19. e06w
NOTICE.
THE administration of the estate of JAMES WILSON, deceased, having been committed to the Subscribers by the Orphans' Court of the county of Alexandria, they hereby require all those indebted to the said estate to make immediate payment of their respective debts; and those who have claims against the estate, to exhibit them as early as possible, properly authenticated.
Eliza Wilson, R. I. Taylor. August 12. 3tawtf
TO LET,
The Store and Cellar, lately occupied by Mr. James Wilson, deceased. They will be let either with or without the dwelling-house, as may be most convenient to the person who may be inclined to become a tenant. Apply to Mrs. Eliza Wilson or R. I. Taylor.
September 4. 3tawtf
WE wish to take a YOUNG MAN as a STUDENT of MEDICINE. Craik & Washington.
August 28. 1aw3w
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA,
County of Alexandria, ff. June Term, 1805.
William Riley, Complainant, Against Adam Douglass and John and Thos. Vowell, Defendants, In Chancery.
The defendant Adam Douglass, not having entered his appearance and given security, according to the act of assembly, and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, upon affidavit, that the said defendant Adam Douglass, is not an inhabitant of this district, on motion of the complainant, by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendant Adam Douglass, do appear here on the first day of November term next, and enter his appearance to the suit, and give security for performing the decrees of the court, and that the other defendants, John and Thomas Vowell, do not pay away, convey, or secrete the debts by him owing to, or the estate, or effects in their hands, belonging to the said absent defendant Adam Douglass, until the further order or decree of the court, and that a copy of this order, be forthwith inserted, in both of the public newspapers, published in this county, for two months successively, and that another copy, be posted at the front door of the court house of said county.
A Copy, TEST, G. DENEALE, c. c. August 21. 1aw2m
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA,
County of Alexandria, ff. June Term, 1805.
Ferdinand Marteller and John Young, trading under the firm of Marteller & Young, Complainants, against Samuel Croudson, and Co. and John Tucker, the Chairman of the Marine Insurance Association of the town of Alexandria, Defendants, In Chancery.
The said defendants Samuel Croudson and Co. not having entered their appearance, and given security, according to the act of assembly, and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, upon affidavit, that the said defendants Samuel Croudson and Co. are not inhabitants of this district, on motion of the complainants by their counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants, Samuel Croudson, and Co. do appear here, on the first day of November term next, and enter their appearance to the suit, and give security for performing the decrees of the court, and that the other defendant, John Tucker, Chairman of the Marine Insurance Association of Alexandria, do not pay away, convey or secrete, the debts by him owing to, or the estate or effects, in his hands belonging to the said absent defendants, Samuel Croudson and Co. until the further order or decree of the court, and that a copy of this order, be forthwith inserted for two months successively in both of the public newspapers published in this county, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of said county.
A Copy, TEST, G. DENEALE, c. c. August 21. 1aw2m
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA,
County of Alexandria, ff. June Term, 1805.
Thomas Lewis, (Complainant) against Hannah Griffith, widow and relict of David Griffith, deceased; Lewellyn Griffith, Camillus Griffith, Colville Griffith, and Sarah Griffith, children of the said David Griffith, deceased; Elizabeth Griffith, widow and relict of David Griffith, jun. deceased; Elizabeth Thompson & Emily Griffith, Fred. Lewellyn Griffith, Lucy Ann Griffith and Elizabeth Griffith, heirs of David Griffith, jun. dec. and Baldwin Dade, (Defendants) IN CHANCERY.
THE said Defendants, Elizabeth Griffith, widow and relict of David Griffith, jun. deceased; Emily Griffith, Frederick L. Griffith, Lucy Ann Griffith and Elizabeth Griffith, heirs of the said David Griffith, jun. deceased, and Lewellyn Griffith, not having entered their appearance and given security according to the rules of this court—and it appearing, to the satisfaction of the court, that they are not inhabitants of this district—on motion of the complainant by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of November term, and answer the complainant's bill. And it is further ordered, that the infant defendants be allowed to appear, by their guardians, and answer the said bill and defend this suit, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in both of the public newspapers published in this county, for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of the said county.
A Copy, TEST, G. DENEALE, c. c. August 21. 1aw2m
TO RENT,
A convenient two story BRICK HOUSE, situate on Prince street, and now occupied by Dr. Gillies. Possession may be had on or before the 10th of October next. Apply to John Longden.
DISTRICT, OF COLUMBIA,
County of Alexandria, ff. June Term, 1805.
William Thornton Alexander, Complainant, Against Stephen Cook, James H. Hooe, Robert T. Hooe, Robert Evans, Robert Smith and Peter Billy, defendants, In Chancery.
THE Defendant, Stephen Cooke, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, upon affidavit, that the said Stephen Cooke is not an inhabitant of this district; on motion of the complainant, by his counsel, it is ordered, That the said defendant do appear here on the first day of November term next, and enter his appearance to the suit and give security for performing the decrees of the court; and that the other defendants James T. Hooe, Robert T. Hooe, Robert Evans, Robert Smith, and Peter Billy, do not pay away, convey, or secrete, the debts by them owing to, or the estate or effects in their hands belonging to the said absent defendant Stephen Cooke, until the further order or decree of the court; and that a copy of this order be forthwith published for two months successively, in both of the public newspapers published in this county, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of said county.
A Copy, TEST, G. DENEALE, c. c. August 21, 1aw2m
THE SUBSCRIBERS,
HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best articles in their line of business.
—THEY HAVE FOR SALE—
Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, Wines of the first quality and in fine order.
St. Estephe Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Jamaica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spirit, for family use, Continental Kum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses.
TEAS, carefully chosen of the freshest and best qualities for family use.
Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Sugars, Muscovado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cassia, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Blue, Flotant & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in bladders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havanna Segars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Saltpetre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipt Candles. Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jamesson.
August 10. d
LAND TO RENT.
The subscriber offers to RENT, for one or more years,
A VERY valuable FARM, containing about 800 acres; at present occupied by Mr. Daniel Dye. It lies on Bull Run, in the county of Prince-William, near to Centreville, about 20 miles to Dumfries, 25 to Alexandria, and about the same distance to Washington City and George-Town. The land is of the first quality, if not superior to any, on that run, well adapted to the growth of every kind of grain, it is divided into three fields of about 200 acres each—those fields, when in pastures, produce white clover in the greatest abundance, the growth luxuriant and equal to any pastures below the 11th. Ridge—a large quantity of meadow-ground of the best quality binding on the run, which might be prepared with very little labor, and a sufficient quantity of wood-land, for keeping in repair the necessary fencing, the buildings, except a barn, are indifferent; yet the central situation of this farm (in a healthy part of the country) to those capital towns, the fertility of its soil, the great advantages that may be derived from such a farm, render it an object worth the attention of any industrious farmer.
The premises will be shown by Spencer Ball, Esquire, near thereto, or the tenants thereon, and the terms made known by applying to Robert Mitchell.
Richmond County, Grove-Mount, 1aw3w September 4. "
Leonard-Town Races.
THE Leonard-Town Jockey-Club RACES, are the 15th and 16th of October next.—The first day's for FORTY GUINEAS, and the second for TWENTY GUINEAS, agreeable to the rules of said club.
By order, E. J. MILLARD. Sec'y. August 26. 2aw7t
The highest price given for clean Linen Rags, by the Printer of this paper.
For Freight, or Charter, THE NEW SHIP RHODA & BETSEY, ELIAS TENNY, MASTER; Burthen 230 tons, she has performed only one voyage to Europe, is now in perfect staunch order, commodious for passengers and a first rate sailer, ready to be ordered here in a few days, on application to John G. Ladd. September 24.
FOR SALE, ON LOW TERMS,
1 case Platillas Royals, 1 bale of Checks, No. 1, Philadelphia Butter, Stone Lime, and Sherry Wine, by A. W. Preufs, & Co. September 24. d3t
CHARLES BENNETT
Has Imported per the ship Perseverance , from London, via Baltimore, the following Goods, which will be round and for Sale in a few days:
Superfine Cloths and Kerseymeres of superior quality Fashionable Waistcoating, consisting of Imperial clouded Brunswick Swanstowns, Check Vigona do. Beaverfett Toiletts, Welsted Quiltings, &c. &c. Elastic Suspenders Irish Linens and Silesias Scotch and Sewing Twine Superfine and common Shoe Thread, &c. &c. Best FF and battle Gunpowder. He daily expects per the United States, from Liverpool, a general assortment of Woolens, Hosiery, and Manchester. September 24. e03w
JOSEPH RIDDLE
Has Received by the Ceres and other ships lately arrived at Baltimore, a considerable part of his
FALL GOODS;
Which are now opening at his store in Fairfax street, and daily expects an additional supply in the United States from Liverpool. September 23, d
A NEW NOVEL.
Just Published, by OTTOM and STEWART, and for Sale, at their Store. [PRICE ONE DOLLAR 75 CENTS.]
Fleetwood:
O R, THE NEW MAN OF FEELING. By WILLIAM G. DWIN. September 18. d
The Subscriber
Wishes to RENT or SELL, the following
Property, on King-street, viz.
THE CORNER STORE, lately occupied by himself—the stand is equal to any in town for a retail store, and will be rented very cheap. Also, the HOUSE lately occupied by Doctor Hall; the house is very convenient and in good repair;—this also will be rented a bargain if applied for immediately. For terms, apply to
THOMAS RICHARDS, or in his absence to Mrs. Hutton , living on the premises. August 8. d3t
HOUSE AND LOTS for Sale, UPON POTOMACK;
Situated at the lower part, and within the limits of the town of Alexandria.
The house is built in the cottage style, calculated for the accommodation of a small family, but so planned as to admit of considerable enlargement without effecting its uniformity. It commands a fine view of the river and its adjacent country. The garden, principally in front, is rich and in high cultivation, extending to the water, which it approaches by semi-circular falls. The lot attached to the house is 63 feet fronting upon Water street, (corner of Jefferson-street) running into the channel. More ground may be obtained if required.
In the same range, and to the southward of the above, are several Lots, similarly situated as to advantages and prospect, calculated for neat small buildings. The whole or any part of the above property may be obtained by purchase upon reasonable terms, either in fee simple or under a light ground-rent. A clear title free from every encumbrance will be given upon the payment of the sum agreed for, and a liberal credit allowed if required. Mr. Yates , residing upon the shore, below Keith's wharf, and adjoining the premises, will show the property, and a line directed to Doctor Hamilton , post-office, Alexandria, will meet with immediate attention. September 21. 3taw1m
St. Vincents Rum, Muscovado Sugar, and Spanish Hides,
FOR SALE BY Benjamin Shreve, jun.
August 5. d
PRINTED DAILY, BY S. SNOWDEN.