Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-12-24 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. IV.]
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1803.
[No. 944.
Public Vendue.
On TUESDAY,
At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store,
 Rum in hogheads and barrels.  French Brandy in pipes,  Gin in pipes and bds.  Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bds.  Sugar in hds. tierces and bds.  Coffee in tierces and bags,  Chocolate  White and brown Soap } in boxes,  Mould and dip'd Candles }  Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars,  Figs in kegs and frails,  Queens Ware in crates, 
FURNITURE, &c.
A variety of DRY GOODS,
 Among which are,  Cloths, Coatings,  Keysermeres, Duffs,  Plains and Keyseys,  Negro Cottons, Serges,  Elasticks, blue Friezes,  Calimancoes and Russells,  Yarn Stockings,  Chintzes and Calicoes,  Irish Linens, Silesia do.  Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs,  Muslins and Muslin Hand'ls,  India Muslins and Table Cloths  Bandana Handkerchiefs,  Coloured Threads, Hats,  And sundry other Articles. 
P. G. MARSTELLER.
Dec. 20.
Sales by Auction.
On WEDNESDAY,
At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, the corner of King and Union Streets.
 Rum in hds. and barrels,  Whiskey in barrels,  Apple Brandy in barrels,  Gin in casks  Wine in pipes and quarter casks,  Molasses in hds.  Sugar in hds. and barrels,  White and brown Soap in boxes,  Coffee in casks and bags,  Raisins in kegs and boxes,  Queens' Ware, and  ALSO, 
A variety of DRY GOODS,
 Among which are—  Broad Cloths,  Calimancoes,  Keyseys,  Coatings,  Halfticks,  Fearnought,  Blankets,  Planes,  Negro Cottons,  Worsted and other Stockings,  Irish Linens,  Calicoes,  Threads,  Chintzes,  Bedticks,  Osnaburgs,  Sewing Silks,  Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs,  India Cottons, &c &c. 
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
Dec. 20.
Window Glass.
The Subscribers have received and offer for sale, 8 by 10, and 7 by 9, window glass, from the Baltimore Manufactory. The quality is excellent, and it will be sold at the Baltimore prices. They expect to receive very shortly, larger sizes from the same place.
R. T. HOOE, & Co.
Dec. 3.
WILLIAM LADD
Has imported in the latest ships from England and Ireland, an assortment of Irish Linens and Woollen Goods, suitable to the season
Oct. 27.
JUST PUBLISHED
By COTTON AND STEWART, and for Sale at their Store.
DEATH ABOLISHED;
A SERMON,
Occasioned by the sickness which prevailed at Alexandria, during the months of August, September, and October; giving a detail of that sickness, and of some of the views of Providence, in such calamitous visitations.
With an Appendix,
Containing facts, relative to the origin of the sickness, the extent of the mortality, the labors of the Committee of Health, and the contributions for the relief of the poor.
By James Muir, D. D.
Pastor of the Presbyterian Church.
December 1.
Malaga Wine, Raisins, &c.
Just received, per the brig Celia, Capt. Bowen, from Malaga,   100 quarter casks Malaga Wine,  100 half qr. do.  20 qr. casks Mountain Wine of a superior quality,  50 baskets Almonds,  100 frails Figs,  150 quarter bds. Raisins,  200 boxes Muscated do.  200 do. Bloom do.  15 boxes Lemons,   which will begin landing this day at our wharf.
J. and T. Vowell.
Who have also on Hand,
FOR SALE ON REASONABLE TERMS,   Jamaica Spirit entitled to drawback,  Muscovado Sugar in tierces and bds. superior old Port Wine, do. Madeira do. Turks Island Salt, mould Candles, 40 bds. prime new Beef, Russia Duck, white Russia Sheetings, Drillings, Raven duck, &c. &c. 
Dec. 9.
Benjamin Shreve, jun.
Has for sale at the corner of Prince and Union Streets,   9 bales India cottons  One case bandanna handkerchiefs,  China, Longee and Pulicat do.  30 pieces Black Satin,  2 cases fur hats,  Table and tea sets china,  Barrels East India Sugar,  Kegs raisins, dipped candles and soap,  Country gin, Malaga wine,  Red soy leather, and about 3 tons first quality Russia cordage, well assorted, which will be sold cheap. 
Dec. 5.
RICKETTS, NEWTON & Co.
HAVE RETURNED TO TOWN, And are now opening, and will be ready for sale in a few days,
Their Fall supply of Goods:
logs, fearnoughts, duffie blankets, point and rose do. striped keyseys, plaids, half thick, cadders, keysermeres, swandowns, velvets, corduroys and chickfett, Scotch carpeting, Brussels do. stuffs and corded dimities, canvas and twine, German linens, feine and sewing twine, threads and sewing silks.
And have on Hand,
 70 hds. Sugar,  4 do. Jamaica Rum,  12000 lbs. Green Coffee,  2000 bushels Salt. 
Oct. 26.
JOHN G. LADD
Has for sale at his warehouse, Prince street wharf,   3000 bushels coarse Salt,  15 hds. W. India Rum,  30 pipes best Holland Gin,  150 bds. Beef and Pork,  A quantity of Seal Leather and Shoes of all sorts,  50 pieces of Russia Duck,  100 boxes mould and dipp'd tallow Candles,  50 do. Spermaceti do.  7 hds. and 80 bds. Sugar,  10 do. Molasses,  2 tons of Cordage assorted,  2 cases bandanna Handkerchiefs,  7 bales India Cottons,  1 box Perfumery, 1 do. Fans, 
A few Feather Bed's with Pillows and Bolsters of the best Tickling,   An assortment of playing and blank Cards,  Bar Iron, Stone Lime refined,  Salt Petre, Ground Ginger, Pearl Ash,  Rice, Starch, Writing Paper, Glass, Hops,  Cotton Yarn assorted, &c. &c. 
Nov. 1.
TOWNSEND & PLUMB
Respectfully inform the public that they have just received and opened for sale, on Fairfax street, near the corner of Prince street, a handsome assortment of Ladies and Gentlemen's
SHOES:
 Ladies' kid, Morocco and leather, with and without heels.  Spangled kid, with and without heels.  Milles Morocco and leather.  Mens' fine and coarse Shoes.  Boys' do. do.  Childrens' Morocco and leather, with a number of other kinds of shoes wholesale and retail. 
Great attention will be paid to those who will please to favour them with their custom.
Oct. 29.
Printing in all its variety executed at this office with neatness and dispatch.
For Sale or Charter.
The Schooner Patience, 107 tons burthen, sixteen months old, sails fast and is in order to receive a cargo. For terms apply on board at Herbert's wharf, or to Ricketts, Newton & Co.
Dec. 10.
For New-York.
The Brig CYRUS, JOHN JOHNSON, Master: For Freight or Passage, apply to the master on board, lying at Col. Ramsay's wharf, or to J. G. LADD.
Nov. 25.
For Charleston, (South-Carolina),
or The West-Indies, as Freight may offer, The new Schooner PATIENT SALLY, MICHAEL FISHER, Master; will carry about 600 bds. and be ready to receive a cargo in a few days. Apply to the Master on board, or to Daniel M'Clean.
Dec. 13.
For Sale or Charter.
The Brig FOX, About 950 barrels burthen, a staunch, strong, well built vessel, only three years old. A freight to the south of Europe would be preferred. For further particulars apply to the Captain on board at Hepburn's Wharf, or to LEWIS DEBLOIS.
Dec. 20.
For Freight or Charter.
To the West-Indies, or any Southern Port, The new Schooner PRINCE, Cornelius Weeks, Master; burthen about 550 bds. of flour; will be ready to receive a cargo in two days. Apply to the captain Henry K. May & Co.
December 17.
For Charter or Sale.
THE SHIP PRESIDENT, About 240 tons burthen—Two years old, and a fast sailer.
For sale on very moderate terms if taken away immediately,
About 1500 bushels Lisbon Salt, And 50 barrels PORK.
Dec. 20.
For BOSTON.
The Schooner POLLY, JOSHUA BANGS, Master, Will sail in five days. For freight or passage apply to the master on board at Lawrafon and Smoot's wharf, or to JOHN G. LADD.
December 17.
THIRD NOTICE.
In the Case of JAMES SMITH, a Bankrupt. WHEREAS
a Commission of Bankruptcy, founded upon the act of Congress passed on the 4th day of April, 1800, entitled "An act to establish an uniform system of Bankruptcy throughout the United States," hath been awarded and issued forth against James Smith, of Dumfries, in the state of Virginia, Merchant, and he having been declared a Bankrupt—he is hereby required to surrender himself to the Commissioners, in the said Commission named, or a major part of them, on Friday the 9th, and Saturday the 17th days of this present month, December, and Monday, the 5th day of January next, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon on each day, at the Commissioner's Office, (the house of Benjamin Parke) in the town of Fredericksburg—and make a full disclosure of his estate and effects; when and where his creditors may attend to prove their debts; at the second meeting to chuse assignees; and at the last sitting, the said Bankrupt is required to finish his examination.
All persons indebted to the said Bankrupt, or who have any of his effects, are not to pay or deliver the same, but to whom the Commissioners shall direct.
BENJAMIN PARKE,
Secretary to the Commissioners.
Commissioners Office,
Fredericksburg, Dec. 1, 1803.
Cash given for clean linen and cotton rags.
Wm. H. and ENOCH M. LYLES,
HAVE JUST RECEIVED, By the brig Franklin, from Philadelphia, and are now opening at their NEW STORE, on KING-STREET, next door to BENNETT and WATT'S, A general and well selected Assortment of Fall and Winter GOODS, Which they will sell at the most reduced prices for CASH.
Nov. 5.
For Sale or Rent.
A convenient two story brick house, completely finished, situated on Water street, between King and Prince Streets—immediate possession will be given. Apply to JOSEPH RIDDLE.
Nov. 30.
JUNAH THOMPSON & SON
HAVE RECEIVED, By the late arrivals, their assortment of FALL GOODS, which are now opening at their Warehouse the upper end of Fairfax street.
Oct. 26.
JAMES BACON,
At his Store on King Street, within one door of Washington-Street, has just received, a quantity of well assorted
PATENT SHOT,
which, with a general assortment of Teas, Sugars, Coffee, Wines, Brandy, Spirits, and generally every other article in the grocery line, he offers for sale on the most moderate terms.
Oct. 15.
WILLIAM OXLEY
Has received by the Ann from Liverpool and Atalanta, via Baltimore, from London, FALL GOODS, which he offers for sale on reasonable terms.
Sept. 30.
Just received, And for sale by Wm. HARTSHORNE, A few hundred bushels
11th M. 10.
JAMES S. SCOTT
TAILOR, Has received his FALL assortment of FANCY GOODS, Which he will dispose of on the most reasonable terms, by the yard, or make up, on the shortest notice to suit the taste of any:
Among which are the following; SUPERFINE black, blue, drab, claret, cinnamon, bottle green, different shades; light, dark, and Oxford mixtures; also, one piece superfine milled French blue, suitable for cloaks; cambric, velvets, velveteens and cords all colors; fancy swandowns, Russian ditto, silk molekin & velvet;—with a number of different coloured coatings and napt friezes, some of which are milled;—flannels, twilled and plain, fashionable and plain buttons, &c. &c.
Four good Journeymen wanted immediately.
October 27.
Thirty Dollars Reward.
RANAWAY from the subscriber on the 29th of October last, a negro man slave named BOB,
about 20 years of age, five feet nine inches high straight limbed and well formed; said slave hath an impediment in his speech which prevents his readily replying to a question. He commonly wears ear-rings. He took with him a variety of good clothing, a description of which is unnecessary, as it is probable he has changed them. He has been frequently seen about town since he absconded, and in all probability is now secreted by his mother, Winney Brown, formerly the slave of Mr. JOHN MUIR, late of this town, but now said to be free. The above reward will be paid for securing said Negro BOB, in any goal, and a further reward of TEN DOLLARS for the discovery of those who have been accessory to his concealment.
Captain's of vessels, &c. are forewarned at their peril, not to take him away.
ROBERT B. JAMESON.
Nov. 15.
A Gardner Wanted.
WANTED a person qualified to undertake the management of a large market garden. A person well recommended will meet a good employ; he should have a knowledge of the marketing but fines, &c. A single man would be preferred.
Apply at Mount Washington, one mile from George Town Ferry.
JOHN BALL, Manager.
Mr. Washington,
November 14.

NEW PAMPHLET.
NUMBER IV.
The author next presents us with a "short view" of the conduct of the council of appointment; previous to which, however, he thus attempts to give the character of Mr. De Witt Clinton:
"There is a species of character designed for obscurity, but sometimes rendered conspicuous by fortuitous circumstances; which though it cannot command respect by bold and decisive iniquity, bids defiance to contempt. Such is Mr. Clinton's; and since he has for some time apparently possessed a share of popular favor, and progressed with some rapidity in the road to political eminence, it may be useful and interesting to review his political conduct: the mode in which he obtained the confidence of the people, and the fidelity with which he has discharged the important trusts reposed in him."
He then represents him as being the avowed
"Leader of a faction, which with wild and savage impetuosity, is assailing at once the peace of the union and the established system of our civil policy; which is rapidly advancing in its revolutionary labours, and with irreligious zeal disseminating the principles of infidelity, and propagating new political dogmas, tending to the destruction of morality and the dissolution of the federal compact."
"Though his usual ingenuity may have prompted the expedient of having some abandoned relative or worthless infidel, ready to assume the responsibility, I ever have, and hereafter shall consider Mr. Clinton as the real author of two late publications, entitled A Narrative, &c. and A View of the Political Conduct of Aaron Burr . In doing this, I am warranted by high and direct authority, corroborated by the internal evidence the works afford, by the language he has uttered, and the conduct he has invariably pursued."
The following hyperbolical estimate of the controversy between Mr. Clinton and Mr. Burr, will probably excite a smile, at least on the face of the federal reader: "A controversy (says he) which in its aspect has become so important as to attract the attention of America, and in its consequences was led to a dissolution of the state that we cannot possibly attach any such mighty importance to what relates to either or both of these gentlemen. We believe that they may go on with their quarrels and in the end destroy each other as the several French parties in the revolution have done, while the rest of the state may stand aloof unconcerned spectators of the combat."
Exemplumque pari fuit omnis turba; suoque Marte cadunt subiti per mutua vulnera fratres.
In the following passage the writer gives a lively picture of the agents by which Mr. Clinton is said to act:
"He has called on every litigious scoundrel in the country to blow the horn of civil discord. Clerks, surrogates and attorneys have been enlisted under his banners, and bought by offices, to cry like parrots, treason and desertion. When he was elevated by accident to a seat in the council of appointment, these creatures were cherished, and swarmed round the council room, like reptiles on the bank of the Nile. Yes, these vermin, who have been engendered in the sunshine of executive favour, and are feeding on the public bounty, now dare to proscribe the patriots of '76 and of '93."
Here occurs a paragraph of so libelous a nature that we do not see how we can safely approach the bluff without danger of going ashore. The reader is referred to the pamphlet itself. He concludes the paragraph with saying, that "in concert with his compeer in [the council of appointment] he commenced a system of "savage persecution, at variance with the constitutional policy of the state, and ungrateful to the essential principles of the constitution." Yes, and be it understood that this persecution would not in our estimation have been any the less savage and cruel, though the spoils had been more fairly divided.
"To trace Mr. Clinton through all the scenes of intrigue in which he has been engaged, would be a task too laborious for ordinary industry and patience to accomplish. With talents certainly not above mediocrity, he has disturbed the peace of the country, and roused the earnest apprehensions of many honest men. Was it not disgraceful to political controversy to drag forth each immaterial defect of private character, I would develop the dark and gloomy disorders of his bosom, and trace each convulsive vibration of his heart."
Then follows the representation of a character, who is said to be the friend and confident of Mr. Clinton, but whom the horrible likeness is drawn for we pretend not to indulge the conjecture. We should be loth to believe the original is in existence and candour compels us to say we suspect the picture is overcharged. It appears to be one of the wild, extravagant monsters of Fussli. Still less can we imagine that a man of Mr. Clinton's standing in society could possibly make himself the associate of such a fiend.
This is accompanied by another portrait, equally hideous from the same bold and broad pencil; but it has too little of light and shade to permit us to think it a likeness. Who is aimed at in this bold caricature, neither do we permit ourselves even to guess.
"Such (it is said) are the fearless patriots who claim the protection of our country and audaciously claim the honors of the state." The community must certainly feel under obligations to those who have at length come forth and denounced the mock patriots of the day. Let it not be forgotten, we repeat, that these scenes are developed, not by federalists who may from prejudice or misinformation, mistake facts and motions, but by those whose situations and former intimacies have given them access to the inmost closet in the cabinet.—It is not we who represent or misrepresent.
(To be continued.)
From the Charleston Courier.
If the anti-federal prints were purposely employed to display the federal administration and their supporters to advantage, and at the same time to shew the deplorable inconsistency of their own party, they could not more completely do so, than by the very means they take to render the former obnoxious to public dislike, and the latter admired for their purity. If we had not convincing proof before our eyes that, arguing from their success hitherto, there is no length to which they do not hope to carry their deception of the people, we should certainly conclude that they were either egregious blunderers, or perfidious to their party. It is a common trick with arch school boys, for one to hold a stick over the head of another, under the sham pretence of defending him, while a third, by a preconceived plan, strikes the stick; and thus the poor object is pretended defender. We are far from suspecting that this is the intention of any of the persons alluded to; but be the motives what they may, the effect is precisely the same; for assuredly if we were training our intellects to eulogize the federal administrations, and to render the conduct of the party now in power so far contemptible, we could not more effectually do it, than by adopting the language held by the government paper at Washington, on the subject of the salaries paid to the officers of government. Injustice, at all times bad, is rendered doubly criminal when it is shamelessly avowed, and when it is made the source of still further injustice.
Nothing is farther from us than the shabby notion that the salaries of the officers of government are too great. We think the reverse; and so far from making it a subject of malignant clamour and accusation, we applaud the measure. But it is impossible to see, without indignation and disgust, persons coming forward and claiming praise from the public, for the very same measure which they before made a topic of abuse and obliquity. Readers behold!—follow us as we go along through the transaction, and judge what advisers and faithful guides the people have to direct them. And say, would any one believe that inconsistency could be carried to such an extravagant length, as that, while praising the act when done by themselves, they should actually recognize and remind the public of their violent opposition to it, when it was the act of their adversaries. "Whatever murmurs, (says the print alluded to) a similar measure may have heretofore excited, arising from misapprehension or misrepresentation, we are satisfied that when the public attention shall be sufficiently attracted to it, it will prove a popular a."
Now what is this more or less than saying to the people, "Americans! we claim your approbation of our bestowing upon ourselves salaries which we reprobated as too exorbitant for others; to be sure there were great murmurs about the measure when it was done by the federalists; those murmurs arose from misapprehensions, and those misapprehensions (we own it) entirely from our misrepresentations. It is equally true, that we all who now justify the salaries, then spoke violently and voted against them, and we even acknowledge that Mr. Gallatin, the great, the virtuous financier, who now is the advocate of the measure, and one of the Pocketers of the profits of it, declaimed more loudly against it than any other person; but then that arose from a misapprehension of which we had not the good luck to get rid till we got the offices for which these salaries are paid. We were unable at that time to form a judgment of the matter; but now we have got home to the very heart of it; now that we know how much we want and
how much the public can pay. we see that the salaries are not a bit too much, and we warn the federalists against falling into a quondam misapprehension, and turning upon ourselves the foul, the illiberal, the dishonourable language which we on the same occasion (if rec'd to them,) "To bestow unmerited obloquy and reproach, and to speak in contradiction to conscience and opinion, is an office which we resign to those gentlemen; never shall we say a word in disapprobation of that which our judgment approves; we like the measure; that is to say, let them do their duty and deserve their, and we will say, "Gentlemen, you are heartily welcome to your salaries, they are not a dollar too much for you."
"Let it be recollect'd Concludes the government viewed the salaries as they at present stand, were fixed by a federal legislature for federal officers; that party therefore have decided the principle, and have by their acts announced it to be wise and just. It is now confirmed by a republican legislature, and applied to republican officers; thus having the suffrage of both parties—can that which both approve be condemned? Does not such an uncommon union of sentiment stamp it with the highest character of propriety?" Now, though this is pretty roundly tying the halter round their own necks, and speaking pretty openly, and with very little of that over modesty commonly called cypress, it may not be amiss to give it the full broad face and bold expression which intrinsically belongs to it. Without one harsh stroke of caricature, the following is the full picture of the writer's thoughts, taken from his own sketch of them. "The measure for which I desire your approbation received the ratification of Congress during the former administration, but as we got nothing by it we blamed Congress for ratifying it; and to tell the truth, I do not think the ratification of it by Congress was sufficient, as it had not our approbation. The constitution to be sure warranted the act, because there was a majority, but there are many defects in the constitution, which with the will of God, or somebody else, we will remove; and among the rest that of deciding questions by a majority, unless that majority happens to be a majority of ours. Since that is the case now, the act is good, and it is the stronger for having to support it, the ratification of Congress which we before called vicious, and which we always loudly denounced as an abandonment of their duty to the public."
Readers! do you remember to have seen a farce in which there is a very funny character called "the Cadi of Bagdad." A man comes to him for justice against another—Ah, villain says the Cadi, you shall be bastinadoed—you shall be hanged—the man you complain of is an honest man and my friend. The suiter finding justice blind, resolves to try whether it has feeling or not, and touches the Cadi's duty palm with a purse of money—immediately the Cadi turns about, and alters the case—Why yes my good friend, as you say—ah—your complaint is very just—I know the fellow you speak of to be a great villain, and I will handle him with a vengeance. He shall be bastinadoed, slayed, hanged." Thus does the purse purge the film from the muddy eye of honesty—and thus are we publicly improved by the admonition of private expediency.
It's the clink Of the chink
That truly enlightens the mind.
If it was not for it the public would to this day be left under a misapprehension of the business of salaries—and be murmuring at a measure which they ought to approve. And if it was not for it we should never have heard from anti-federal candour that there was one measure at least in which the anti-federalists had acted justly, and the federal administration with wisdom and propriety. We cannot conclude these remarks better than with an old song.
If you at an office solicit your due, And would not have matters neglected, You must quicken the clerk with a perquisite too To do what his duty directed. Or would you the frowns of a lady prevent, She too has this palpable failing; The perquisite softens her into content, That reason with all is prevailing.
RAN-AWAY,
From the subscriber living in Fauquier County, a negro man named
ZACHARY.
HE is a very tall black fellow, clean limbed, has lost the finger next the little one on his left hand, stutters much in speaking, and is about 20 years old.
He was at Mr. Travis Daniel's in Stafford, about a fortnight ago, and had a pass certifying him to be a free man, said to be signed with the name of the Clerk of Fauquier. I will give Thirty Dollars to any person delivering me the said negro in Fauquier county, and all lawful charges, and Two Dollars extra for his pass, or Twenty Dollars for lodging him in any jail, so that I get him again.
JAMES STIGLAR.
All masters of vessels are forewarned from carrying him off.
Dec. 16.
TO LET,
A good three story BRICK HOUSE, On Prince Street, lately occupied by Mr. Lawrence, between the stores of Mr. Ramsey and Mr. Hodgson, possession will be immediately given—for terms apply to AARON HEWES, who lives four doors above, or to
JOHN HARPER, Sen'r
A Charity Sermon.
WILL be delivered on Sunday next at the Episcopal Church, by the reverend Thomas Davis, at the particular request of the members of Lodge No. 22—The brethren will move in procession from their Lodge room, precisely at 11 o'clock. Visiting Brethren are respectfully invited to attend.
By Order of the Worshipful Master.
WM. PATTON, jun. Sec'y.
There will be no service at the Presbyterian Meeting House on the forenoon of Sunday next.
Dec. 21.
NOTICE.
THE season of the year being near at hand, when the inhabitants have to look forward with pain, to the barbarous and unlawful custom of discharging fire arms within the Corporation—The Mayor deems it his duty, to inform all those whom it may concern, that the annexed extract from a Law of the Corporation, will be rigorously enforced:
COPY
Of the 3d section of an act, entitled an act to prevent Accidents, &c.
"No person shall discharge any musket, fowling piece, or other fire arms, within the limits of the Corporation, unless in defence of his or her person or property, under the penalty of One Dollar for each offence."
Dec. 23.
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LOST.
YESTERDAY morning was lost in the street, A Memorandum Book, with a red leather cover, containing sundry memorandums, accounts and receipts of expenditures to, for, and on account of the poor of the town; whoever may have found it, and will deliver it to either the Printer hereof, or the subscriber, if by a poor person, to such a pecuniary recompence will be made; to any other thanks are rendered by their humble servant,
J. Mandeville.
Dec. 23.
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Wanted to Purchase or Hire,
A NEGRO WOMAN from 20 to 35 years of age, capable of washing and ironing, and who can be well recommended. Apply to the Printer.
Dec. 22.
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A three story brick WAREHOUSE, situate at the lower end of King Street. Enquire of the Printer.
Dec. 22.
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Valuable Property for Sale,
ADJOINING THE TOWN OF ALEXANDRIA. Will positively be sold on Thursday the 29th day of this month on the premises,
Eighty-three acres of LAND,
adjoining the Town of Alexandria, formerly the property of Mr. Baldwin Dade, and now owned by Col. Nathaniel Pendleton, of New York. This Land lies at the upper end of the Town, and fronts on the river Potomac, so as to include two good Fisheries, and runs back between the Town and Mr. Dade's present dwelling house, crosses the George town road, and runs between the race ground, and Messrs. Pendleton's, Conway's, Simms's, and Fitzgerald's Lots, to Mr. Charles Alexander's back line, known by North 6—that part of the Land lying between the river and the George town road, has been laid off into Lots of two acres corresponding with the squares in Town, and Fairfax, Royal, Pitt, St. Asaph, Washington, and Columbus Streets extended, with cros streets of the same width, and will be sold in whole or half squares; the Land west of the George town road will be sold in lots of from two to five acres each, as may best accommodate purchasers. Considerable trouble has been taken to render the title clear, and freed from every possible incumbrance or prospect of litigation.
The terms of Sale will be one fourth of the purchase money payable on the first day of March next, and the remainder in nine and eighteen months, a negotiable note will be required for the first payment, and a security on the property for the balance. This property is beautifully situated for building Lots, lying in a long slip from the river to the top of the hill, which ranges with Mr. Dulany's house, and the whole of it fronting with a full view of the Town, and extending back to a range of highly improved meadows; the plan and survey made by Col. Giffin, may be seen at any time on application.
Charles Simms, } Attorneys George Deneale, } in fact for Edmund J. Lee, } Nathaniel Pendleton.
December 9.
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Fairfax Court House.
I wish to Rent, for one or a term of years, the House and premises at present occupied as a TAVERN at this place. The buildings are large and convenient, and others, if necessary, will be made to accommodate a good tenant. Perhaps no situation in the country promises greater advantages in the Public Line; it being now determined that the paved Turnpike Road is to pass this route. Any person qualified for the undertaking, and who wishes such a situation, will please to make application to the subscriber, near the Court House. A store house and land for cultivation, can also be had, if required.
Richard Ratcliff.
Dec. 15.
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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24.
The Editor renders the compliments of the season to his patrons, who are informed that in consequence of the Holiday, usual at this time, the Advertiser will not be published until Tuesday.
Arrived schooner Four Brothers, Rich, of Boston, from the Isle of May. Sailed from thence the 10th of November and left there the ship Olive of New York; brig Mary, capt. Wood, at do. and brig Daily Tracy, Crocker, do. to sail in 10 days.
The certainty of the fate of the two ships under the direction of M. Peyrouse will give relief to the public mind, though we must ever deplore the melancholy event which deprived the world of the services of that truly eminent commander. By several gentlemen lately from the Isle of France it is reported—That a Danish ship in her passage to China in the eastern route, took from an uninhabited island, an officer and four or five men belonging to the ships commanded by M. Peyrouse, who were so emaciated and worn down for want of food, that they survived only a few days; and that papers containing the history of their shipwreck, and particulars of getting on shore among the natives, &c. were in possession of the government of the Isle of France.
The tale related by the unfortunate officer and men to the Danes on board the ship, before they died, is, as nearly as I can learn, as follows—The ships left Port Jackson, and after sailing some time were unfortunately driven among rocks and shipwrecked; the principal part of the officers and crews landed in safety, and preserved great part of the stores, &c. They found the natives numerous and apparently hospitable; after remaining some time on the most peaceable terms with them, it was determined to build a small vessel from parts of the wreck and the stately trees abounding in their neighbourhood, and to seek some European settlement, from whence they could procure a passage to their own country. In the prosecution of this hopeful scheme they cut down several trees to commence the business; not thinking it of any consequence to the natives, they did not formally ask leave of them to use their timber; the savages, however, most unluckily conceiving their rights invaded, became instantly alarmed, and all their former friendly intercourse immediately ceased. It was not long before they became perfectly hostile, and watching an opportunity when the French were off their guard, (which was unhappily sometimes the case from necessity, but too frequently from want of discipline) they fell upon them from all quarters in a very numerous body, when a most horrible massacre ensued. The voyage of M. Peyrouse had been brought up within a few days to this fatal period, and had been deposited in a safe place known to all the officers; the officer who had escaped thus far in the cruel business, flew to the spot, snatched the papers, fled to one of the boats, where he was joined by four or five men, and instantly put to sea, leaving his unhappy countrymen in the merciless hands of the savages, whom they supposed were very soon overpowered and butchered by their treacherous friends. Happy to find themselves without the reach of one danger, they continued braving others until they fell in with an island, where they landed, (and here probably they lost their boat.) On this island they remained some months, perhaps many, suffering extremely from the want of food and raiment, until Providence brought the Danish ship to their relief, who took them off in a wretched situation, worn down by hunger and thirst to skeletons. Notwithstanding every attention was paid them which humanity could dictate or tenderness suggest, they survived only time enough to relate their woeful tale.
(Salem Reg.)
Result of a FEDERAL Administration.
[OFFICIAL.]
Claimants under the seventh article of the British Treaty, are informed that lists of their claims, as decided by the Board of Commissioners in London, have, for their information, been transmitted to the Collectors of the Customs in the principal ports of the United States.
Department of State, Washington } 15th November, 1803.
Result of a DEMOCRATIC Administration.
[NON-OFFICIAL.]
Claimants for property taken by the French are informed that by calling at any office, where
the Convention between the Republics of America and France is to be seen, they will find a proviso, attached to that Convention, dated July 31, 1801, and signed Bonaparte, which proposes that the American government renounce all pretensions to claims on France for depredations; ratified at Washington by President Jefferson, December 21, 1801. And by receiving the journals of Congress said Claimants will find, that on the 11th of March, 1802, Mr. Gilwood, brought forward the following resolution. "That it is proper to make provision by law, towards indemnifying the merchants of the United States, for losses sustained by them from French depredations, the claims for which losses having been renounced by the final ratification of the Convention with France, as published by proclamation of the President of the United States." This resolution was supported by every Federalist in Congress; but the majority being Democrats, the resolution was rejected by a silent vote, and no reasons assigned.—Claimants under Jay's treaty, please to walk into the Custom-house, and learn the amount of your awards for prizes, damages, interest, &c.
The above pertinent remarks are from the New England Repository. The editor might have added under the last head:
Claimants for property taken by the Spanish are informed, that by calling upon the President of the United States they may learn (unless it is found to be deemed a secret of state) that during the last session of Congress Mr. Jefferson received from our minister in Spain, a treaty which had been negotiated between him and the Spanish court, and which provided, on the part of Spain, for the payment of the claims of our citizens. He might learn further, that Mr. Jefferson, for reasons best known to himself, has hitherto withheld this treaty from the Senate, and of course prevented it from being ratified. Gaz. U. S.
DREADFUL PICTURE.
The annexed article, containing an extract from the report of the Prefect of the Police at Paris, for the last Republican year, ending Sept. 23, is taken from a late London paper. The blessings which have accrued, to the Parisians since the Revolution, which has given them the liberty they now enjoy, must be attributed to the administration of the present "enlightened government of France." The whole history of that country, anterior to the Revolution, does not develop such depravity in the human character. Louis, the pride of the wise and good, but detested by the miscreants who robbed him of his inheritance and of life, had corrected many of the evils, which former Kings had brought upon that country. But his steady and inflexible virtue, aided by the natural benevolence of his disposition, could not fully correct the vices of the people. The blind and deluded populace sighed for a change in the government. Their continual cry was, "Down with the King—destruction to all tyrants!" In one unhappy moment, the liberties and happiness of France, were levelled with the earth. The wished for change took place, and behold the miserable result. A Corsican has usurped the throne of Capet. Twenty four millions of people, are made to submit to the will of an obscure foreigner. Suicides have become common. Murder is esteemed an amusement. Divorces daily take place. Public Punishments are regarded with apathy. Rathers have poisoned their children. Wives have murdered their husbands. Children have become parricides. Prostitutes are registered on the public records, and government eats the bread of intamy. Such is the present condition of the once flourishing France! Confidence in that country, no longer exists between man and man; distrust marks every brow, and discontent usurps the place of happiness. The ringleaders who thirsted for power and for gold, no sooner arrived at the summit of their wishes, than they forgot their fair promises to the people, & instead of the tree of liberty, whose branches were said to bear such delicious fruit, they have planted the poisonous tree of despotism!
In the course of the year, according to this report, four hundred and ninety men, and one hundred and sixty seven women, have committed suicide at Paris; eighty one men and sixty nine women have been murdered, of whom fifty five men and fifty two women were foreigners, strangers, or have not been owned. Six hundred and forty four divorces have taken place. One hundred and fifty five murders have been executed. Twelve hundred and ten persons have been condemned to the galleys, to the pillory or to chains; sixteen hundred and twenty six to hard labor, to longer or shorter imprisonment. Sixty four have been marked with hot irons. Amongst the criminals executed were seven fathers who had poisoned their children; ten husbands who had murdered their wives; six wives who had poisoned their husbands; and fifteen children who had poisoned or otherwise destroyed their parents.
During the same period twelve thousand and seventy six public women, or street walkers, have been registered, and have paid for the protection of the police. Fifteen hundred fifty two kept mistresses are noted and known at the Prefecture of Police, and three hundred and eight public brothels have been privileged and licensed by the Police Prefect at Paris.
Since the war with England, of four hundred and seventy privileged gambling houses, one hundred and twenty have been shut up, and the revenues of the Consular Government from the Republican Lotteries are three millions (120 000 l sterling) less the three last six months, than the six months preceding. The account adds, that the two latter deficits are occasioned by the absence of the English.
Lou. Paper.
Congress of the United States.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNESDAY, December 21.
Mr. Dennis observed that he was one of those who had long been of the opinion that the existing duties paid on certain imported articles ought to be either taken off or reduced. He considered the situation of the country such as would now justify a reduction. He, therefore, moved a resolution, declaring it expedient to reduce the duty on brown sugar to one cent per lb. and enjoining it on the committee of Ways and Means to bring in a bill for that purpose.
Ordered to lie on the table.
The House went into committee of the whole, Mr. Tenney in the chair, on the bill for the relief of Paul Coulon.
The committee reported the bill without amendment, and the house ordered it to a third reading to-morrow.
The House went into a committee of the whole—Mr. VARNUM in the chair—on the bill to incorporate the directors of the Columbian Library Company.
Mr. J. Clay moved an amendment to limit the term of incorporation to fourteen years.
Motion lost—Ayes 25.
After making a few verbal amendments, the committee rose and reported the bill, and the house ordered it to be engrossed for a third reading to-morrow.
The house took up the resolution of Mr. Claiborne, made yesterday, for the appointment of a committee to enquire whether any, and if any, what description of claims against the United States are barred by statutes of limitation, which in reason and justice ought to be provided for by law, with leave to report by bill or otherwise.
Resolution agreed to without a division, and referred to a committee of seventeen.
Mr. Stamford moved an instruction to the Post-Office committee to enquire into the most convenient route, designating the same, for the mail from Washington to N. Orleans.
Agreed to without a division.
Thursday, December 22.
A message was received from the Senate, advising the house that they insisted on their amendments to the salary bill, and had appointed a committee of conference.
The house went into committee of the whole, Mr. Varnum in the chair, on the report of the committee of claims, in the case of the Danish Brigantine Henrique.
After a debate which occupied the day, the committee rose, without coming to a decision, and the report of the committee of claims was recommitted.
New York, Dec. 20.
The new ship Alexander Smith, capt. Kider, with a valuable cargo of Hemp, Iron and p ice goods belonging to Messrs. Minturn and Chapman, of this city, was lost on the 18th October last on the coast of Sweden. The mate and five of the crew perished. We understand she is insured to her full amount in this city. The following letter from the captain contains the particulars:—
Udderwalla, (Sweden) Oct. 25.
GENTLEMEN,
This will inform you of my unpleasant situation at present; I sailed from St. Petersburg the last day of September, and arrived at Eleneur the 13th of October; on the 15th sailed for New York, and on the 18th was cast away on the shore near a place called King's Harbour in Sweden, in one of the most tremendous gales that ever was known here. The ship struck about 2 o'clock in the morning, and in less than 15 minutes her bottom went out. I am sorry to state that during the storm, the mate and five of the crew perished, myself and three men remained on the wreck until 8 the next morning before we were taken off. Most of the sails and rigging will be saved but very little of the cargo—say 90 bolts duck, and perhaps two tons of hemp is the extent. There were six ships lost within a mile of me the same night, only one of the ships saved any of their people, the crews of the others all perished."
WANTED TO HIRE,
FOR one year, twenty able bodied NEGRO MEN, to be employed on the Little River Turnpike Road. Good usage to, and punctual payment for their services, may be relied on. Any persons who have, and are disposed to Hire, will please give the earliest notice to the subscriber, who is duly authorised to contract for that number, on behalf of the President and Directors of the Little River Turnpike Company.
Richard Ratcliff.
Dec. 15.
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Notice is hereby Given,
That we the subscribers, in pursuance of several decrees of the High Court of Chancery, held at the City of Richmond, dated on the 22nd day September, 1801, and the 12th of October, 1801, the 26th of March, and 15th September, 1802, shall proceed to sell on the premises, hereinafter mentioned, to the highest bidder, on Friday the 31st day of February next, at fair, if not the next fair day, for ready money,
A Tract of Land,
SITUATE, lying and being on Bull Run, in the county of Prince William, on which Mr. William Armstead now lives, containing eleven hundred and forty acres, being the remainder of the land of John Armstead, deceased, of Caroline county, in the said county of Prince William, devised by him to his son, the aforesaid William Armstead: on this land there are a comfortable and commodious dwelling house, and other necessary out houses, and a stable and barn. The soil is good, and there is a sufficient quantity of timber for its support. It is expected that those who wish to purchase will examine the land. It is situated in a healthy and genteel neighbourhood; its distance is about three miles from Hay Market, twenty five miles from Dumfries, and thirty five miles from Alexandria.
Thos Lee, sen. } Com'rs. Gerard Alexander, } Bernard Hooc, jun. }
Dec. 25.
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Wanted to Hire,
A Negro Man or Boy, to attend in a Public House. Apply to the Printer Dec. 25. d 31
For Hire,
A NEGRO GIRL about 13 years old—Enquire of the PRINTER. December 24. 31
Notice is hereby Given,
THAT an ELECTION for Five Directors of the Marine Insurance Company of Alexandria, will be held at the Court House in Alexandria, on Monday the 16th day of January next. By Order.
J. B. Nickolls, Sec'y.
Dec. 22.
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Mr. A. Davis, at Richmond, and Mr. T. Green, Frederickburg, will please publish the foregoing in their papers until the day of the Election.
Douglass and Mandeville,
Have just received and for Sale,
20 Boxes } FRESH RAISINS, 20 Kegs } 10 qt. casks Malaga Wine, 5 trais of soft shell'd Almonds. December 22. e 66t
BENNETT and WATTS
HAVE IMPORTED,
Per the ship Shepherds, from London, via Nova Scotia,
SHAD and HERRING TWINE
of a superior quality; Fashionable London made Hats, Irish Linens from 1510 to 4510 perelling, Sewing Silks, best London Pewter, Best British FF and battle Gunpowder. They expect, by the first arrival from New York, Russia Sheetings and Patent Shot, BB to No. 8, &c. &c. Dec. 17. e 2w
JUST RECEIVED,
First quality
Bloom and Muscatel Raisins by the box,
Plums by the box, Olives by the box, Grapes by the jar or smaller quantity, Sweet Oranges, and A general assortment of Groceries, &c. T. SIMMS. Dec. 10. d
Just Received,
Muscatel and Bloom Raisins by the box, Fresh Prunes, English Grapes by the jar or pound, Olives just from Malaga, English Walnuts and Figs, Large Oranges, Limes and Lemons, R. I. Apples by the barrel, D. Cheese, Potatoes, Cramberries, Onions, and best dried Codfish for family use. A. WILLIS. Dec. 13. d
Notice is hereby given,
To the Stockholders of the BANK OF ALEXANDRIA, that an Election will be held at the Court-house in this Town, on the third Monday in January next, for the purpose of choosing nine Directors of said Bank for the ensuing year, agreeable to charter.
By order of the President and Directors.
GURDEN CHAPIN, Cashier.
December 15.
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The Printers of the Virginia Gazette, Richmond; Virginia Herald, Frederickburg; & the Virginia Centinel, Winchester, are required to insert the above till the day of election.
Printing in all its variety executed at this office with neatness and correctness.
Cash given for clean linen rags at this office.

ROBERT and JOHN GRAY
HAVE JUST RECEIVED, From Messrs. Stokes and Co's Patent and Medicine Store, Mount Pleasant, New York, and for sale at their book store, King Street, A SUPPLY OF Family & Patent Medicines,
-CONSISTING OF- Chambaud's Antasthematic Lozenges; Ague and Fever Drops;  Antibilious Pills;  Aug- dyne Essence for Head Aches;  Reanimating Solar Tincture;  Dr. Bardwell's genuine Eye Water;  At- kinson's Essence of Mustard;  Scotch Ointment for the Itch;  Tooth Ach Drops;  Aromatic Lozenges; Essence of the Woods, &c. &c.
Dr. Hunter's genuine Antibilious Pills, for the prevention and cure of Yellow, Bilious and Putrid Fevers.
Every experienced physician knows that dangerous disorders arise from a redundancy of bile in the habit; however salutary a due secre- tion of this fluid may be, yet a diffusion of it in the circulation is known, from its purest qual- ities, to bring on sudden and fatal fevers. The unparalleled success of Dr. Hunter's Antibilious Pills , in curing, and particularly in preventing this dreadful disease, is universally known in the islands, and has induced the proprietor to appoint agents in all the mercantile towns in the United States, for the accommodation of the public. The Antibilious Pills are therefore, in an especial manner, recommended as a preventative, deserv- ing the notice of all persons going to the West Indies, or any of those places infected with these fevers. Dr. Hunter has every possible rea- son, that can result from long and extensive expe- rience, for believing that a dose of these pills, taken once every fourteen days, during the pre- valence of our fall fevers, will prove an infallible preventative, and that, if taken in the early stages of these fevers, their use will very generally suc- ceed in restoring health, and frequently in cases esteemed desperate and beyond the power of com- mon remedies.
The operation of these pills is perfectly mild, may be used with safety by persons in every situa- tion and of every age.
In sickly times and places a dose should be taken once a fortnight, and if there is reason to appre- hend personal danger, once a week.
Observe that the signatures of Messrs. Thos. Stokes and Co. are affixed to each box, without which mark of authenticity they are not genuine.
MATRIMONY.
IT is much to be regretted but indisputably certain, that many persons of both sexes are deterred from enter- ing into the married state, by Secret Infirmitates, which decency forbids them to disclose; and there are not a few who being already married, are rendered miserable for want of those tender pledges of mutual love, without which happiness in this state is at least very precarious. It has been ascertained beyond a doubt that those circum- stances are occasioned by general or partial relaxation or weakness in either sex, and it is equally certain that the genuine AROMATIC LOZENGES OF STEEL are the best, if not the only remedy ever discovered for this species of debility. When taken into the stomach, they immediately dissolve and diffuse themselves like a vapor through every pore, producing effects at once delightful, sustaining and permanent. When the spark of life begins to grow dim, the circulation languish, and the faculties paralyzed, these Lozenges are found to give tone to the nerves, exhilarate the animal spirits, invigorate the body and re-animate the whole man. When aversion to ex- ercise, loss or depravity of appetite, and palled countenance, indicate approaching consumption, the delicate female will be preserved and restored to health and society by the benign influence of this medicine. When the delusions of imagination, or the force of bad example, have tempted a guarded youth into the dangerous labyrinth of secret self-pollution, debilitated his body, and impaired his under- standing, these Lozenges will protect him from lingering disease, the infirmities of premature old age, and a wretch- ed dissolution amidst the agonizing reflections of conscious guilt. When the sons and daughters of dissipation have brought on themselves debility, relaxation, imbecility, and a long train of nervous affections, manifested by im- paired memory, anxiety, agitation, tremours, languor, paleness, emaciation, indigestion, apathy in men; hyster- ics, spasm, loss of appetite, irregularity, weakness, abor- tion, pains in the back, &c. &c. in women; these lozen- ges will restore health and vigor to the debilitated frame, and cheerfulness and animation to the mind.
Price One Dollar per packet.
Particular directions for their use are sealed up with each, but as the great benefit to be derived from them can only be secured by having them genuine, the public are requested to observe that the signature of Messrs. Thos. Stokes and Co. are affixed to each packet, without which mark of authenticity, they are not genuine.
Dr. Atkinson's genuine Essence of Mustard.
Reanimation in every stage, instantly submits to its pe- netrating powers, which has succeeded in curing the most desperate cases of rheumatism, gout, lumbago, sciatica, numbness, palsy, and complaints of the stomach, after various medicines have proved ineffectual. It is prepared in pills, and also in a fluid state. The pills are particularly receptive in fluxions and indigestion, and by their primary operation, promote perspiration, and gradually undermine the most obstinate rheumatism; and at the same time, invigorate the debilitated constitution. The fluid essence is a remarkable active embrocation, necessarily used with the pills, and as generally excites a tingling sen- sation, it removes the cause of pain, by bringing on a cir- culation in the parts affected; by this means, frozen limbs, the lividest sprains and bruises, old strains an- nexed, are generally cured by a few applications. The genuine is distinguished from counterfeits, by the signa- ture of Thomas Stokes and Co. being affixed to each bot- tle; without which mark of authenticity, none are genu- ine.
The genuine Scotch Itch Ointment.
The only medicine that cures this disagreeable disease, by one application, so many hundreds having experienced its efficacy; it is unnecessary to add any more arguments in its favor. But to caution the public that the name Thomas Stokes and Co. is affixed to each box, without this mark of authenticity, none are genuine.
Dr. Bardwell's genuine Eye Water.
A sovereign remedy for all diseases of the Eyes; spec-
removes and cures all dimness, weakness, and itching; it never fails to cure those maladies which frequently suc- ceed the measles, small pox, and fever; and is an un- paralleled strengthener of a weak sight.
Dr. Hunter's genuine Antibilious Pills.
An agreeable and certain preventive of the predisposi- tion to inflammatory and malignant fevers, which prevail at particular seasons of the year. The rapid and increasing demand from every part of the United States, and the West India Islands, is the best evidence of their superior excellence.
CHAMBAUD'S Antasthematic Lozenges.
A radical cure for coughs, colds, asthma and ecc- sptions, difficulty of breathing, &c. &c.
Mr. CHAMBAUD, the sole proprietor of this medicine, has the satisfaction to announce that they have been the means of relieving many persons in a most precarious state of health. In common colds this medicine produces so salutary a perspi- ration that they generally are eradicated in a few hours. Coughing, being prolonged by that convul- sive symptom termed the tickling in the throat, it shortens its duration by promoting sleep and strength- ening the constitution. Pulmonary complaints, af- fecting the breast and lungs; those affected with them experience an almost immediate relief. Ast- hmas and confined consumptions have repeatedly been eradicated by them. Infants in the hooping-cough, and women during pregnancy, may take them without the least fear of danger, and with the greatest expectation of relief, nor can it be admin- istered at an improper season.
Dr. BARDWELL'S Annodyne Essence, for all kinds of Head Aches.
THE renowned virtues of the Annodyne essence, is now so generally known, that it is no presumpti- on in the Proprietor, to say, that Head Aches, aris- ing from whatever cause, or however violent, in- stantly submit to its penetrating powers. This in- valuable Annodyne, has frequently succeeded after the best advice, and every other remedy had fail- ed; by its salutary operation, it insensibly promotes circulation and perspiration, and thereby prevents the return of the most obstinate periodical head aches.
SPRING PHYSIC.
DR. HUNTER'S Anti-Bilious Pills are unquestion- ably proved by ample experience to be the most effectual remedy, at the same time the most innocent, pleasant, and convenient medicine for the cure of scurvy, scorbutic eruptions, leprosy, and other disorders originating from a corruptive state of the blood. The remarkable cure of Mr. Ellison, of Albany, who had been twelve years tormented with a most distressing labouring complaint, as also that of Thomas Johnson, a foraging man, in the service of Mr. Van Rensselaer, who was afflicted with a most horrid leprosy, must have convinced every one who has read the particulars of these cases, before which, a variety of proofs of their efficacy, authenticated by per- sons of character and respectability are open to the ex- amination of every inquirer. These must naturally be supposed to have their due weight, and supersede the necessity of any further comment from the Proprietor. Yet, he presumes to assert, that the real merit of this vegetable preparation will, on a fair trial, plead more forcible its own recommendation than any thing which can be said of it.
Where else may be had,
Atkinson's Worm destroying Lozenges—These Lo- zenges not only destroy worms where they exist, but ef- fectually prevent their return. Those families who have followed Dr. Atkinson's advice, and used them in the Spring and Fall among their children, as their comm- on physic, have now the happiness to find those children, which appeared sickly and consumptive, in the bloom of health, being entirely delivered from those unclean vermin.
Sparta, Mount Pleasant, March 27, 1803.
We hereby certify, that our daughter, about 4 years of age, has been very unwell and in a bad state of health for these last two years. We always suspected that she had worms, and had given her several worm medicines, without any good effect, so that we despaired raising her till of late. Hearing of some surprising cures being per- formed by Atkinson's worm destroying Lozenges, we purchased a packet of them, and administered them ac- cording to the directions. The first dose brought away only one worm, and with it a quantity of slimy, offen- sive matter; the second brought away four monstrous thick worms nearly half a yard in length; and the third dose, a large quantity of a slimy, offensive matter. The vomiting and purging, with which she was frequently troubled have ceased—her appetite has become regular, and has over since enjoyed a perfect state of health, for which we are entirely indebted to this excellent medicine
DR. BARDWELL'S
Re-animating Solar Tincture, or Pabulum of Life, Of the cure of Consumption and Alhama. Disorders in the Stomach and Bowels, Convulsions, Cholice and Di- sentery.
Cautious in investigation, and attentive enquiry into the nature and laws of the animal economy, having long confirmed an opinion in the mind of the inventor, that all the maladies abovenmentioned, derive their origin from the same cause, indirect debility, or consequent weakness, the analogy of their source, by a natural in- ference suggested the idea of their removal by the same means; the result was the discovery of the Re-animating Solar Tincture, which after having been employed in thousands of instances, with the most unexampled and astonishing success, has obtained the warmest approbation of characters of the first respectability, both in and out of the profession; the proprietors can confidently recommend, as one of the most certain, efficacious, and pleasant re- medies ever discovered by man or offered to the world.
Price, 1 dollar and 1 dollar 50 cents per bottle. The large bottle contains nearly two of the small. Copious Directions for their use are sealed up with each bottle.
Dr. Stoughton's Cordial Bitters, faith- fully prepared at the original warehouse, Lon- don.
This incomparable medicine has stood the test of universal approbation in Europe for near an hun- dred years, in the cure and prevention of,
Loss of appetite, bad digestion, windy cholice, suffots, hysteric vapours, faintness and tremblings, ague and fever, depressed spirits, foul breath, worms in children, scurvy, obstructions or stop- ages, bilious fevers, sick fits, &c. &c.
These Bitters being now generally used in taverns and public places, and universally acknow- ledged by all who have tried their effects, to be far superior to the compositions formerly imposed in imitation thereof; the proprietor hath reduced the price to those who purchase largely above fifty per cent. Directions will be pasted on the Bottles, and which will be also sealed, in order to detect counterfeits and upstart pretenders, who will all tell you, they make the genuine Stoughton's Bit- ters; and in order to impose their trash on the pub- lic, they sometimes copy a part of the true adver- tisement and directions.
Specific Drops for Deafness.
FOR many years have these drops been used with amazing success, in DEAFNESS & HARDNESS of HEARING. Those who are unacquainted with the great relief afforded by this valuable medicine, are ear- nestly recommended to a trial. Few are the cases in which it has not been of great service, and very often perfected a complete cure.
Copious directions for the use of the Specific Drops for Deafness are sealed up with each bottle. Price one dollar.
June 13. saw
INDIA GOODS.
I have received twenty four bales of India Goods.
CONSISTING OF Beerboom Carrahs, Gazapoor do. Beerpore Coffahs, Patna Chintz, Mow Sannas, Mizzipore do. Johanna do. Blue Gilla Hhls. Mamarapoor do. Sooty Romail do. Jullapoor do.
Benjamin Shreve.
Dec. 12. d
ELEGANT EDITION OF The HOLY BIBLE.
PROPOSALS
For Printing by Subscription, (in four handsome octavo volumes)
THE HOLY BIBLE, CONTAINING The Old and New Testaments.
CONDITIONS.
It shall be printed on a superfine wove paper, with an elegant new type.
The price to subscribers will be Two Dollars per vol. in boards, or Two Dollars and Fifty Cents, handsomely bound and lettered.
To those who subscribe for several copies, a dis- count will be made, proportioned to the num- ber subscribed for.
THE advantage of having this invaluable Book print- ed on a large type, and, at the same time, in portable and convenient volumes, appears so evident, that the enco- uragement necessary to warrant an undertaking of such magnitude, is confidently expected; a portable volume would often be taken up, in a moment of leisure, when the size of a large, unwieldy folio, would operate as an apology for leaving it unopened, in this way, small por- tions of time would be profitably employed, which might otherwise be totally lost. In large families a Bible in volumes, affording an opportunity for several to read at once, may sometimes be peculiarly convenient: it seems superfluous to add much on this subject—suffice it to say, that no reasonable expence or pains shall be spared, to render this edition of the Holy Scriptures both correct and elegant.
The above work is in press, and will be finished about the end of the present year.
Subscriptions received by R. and J. Gray, King Street, where a spe- cimen of the paper and printing may be seen.
To be Sold,
Pursuant to the last Will and Testament of Mann Page, deceased, on Monday the 2d day of Ja- nuary next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, at Mansfield, his late residence,
All the personal Property belonging to his Estate:
Consisting of about One Hundred and Sixty NEGROES,
together with all the stock of Horses, three Mules, Cattle, Sheep, Plantation Utensils, and about 1000 barrels of Corn. Amongst the Negroes are seven very valuable Carpenters, three excellent Blacksmiths, two Millers and some other trades- men. The greater part, if not the whole, of this valuable property, will be sold on a credit of 12 months; the purchaser giving bond with approv- ed security, to bear interest from the date, if not punctually paid. All sums under twenty dollars must be paid in money.
There is also to dispose of, at private sale, and on the foregoing terms, a number of LOTS
in Hanover town, county of Hanover, including the Tobacco Warehouses at that place; a House and Lot in the town of Bath, or Berkley Springs, and 3000 acres of
TENNESSEE LANDS,
belonging to said estate.
All persons having claims against said Estate, will please make them known as speedily as possible; and those indebted will, it is hoped, be forward in making payment to
Robert Patton, Administrator with the Will annexed. Fredericksburg, Dec. 1. d
NOTICE.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of Dr. Archibald Morton, are requested to bring them forward to the subscriber properly authenti- cated, and all such as are indebted to the said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to JOHN M'CLENACHAN. Dec. 5.
FOR SALE BY WILLIAM HARTSHORNE,
AT HIS STORE ON KIRK'S WHARF, LOWER END OF WOLF STREET,
New-England Potatoes, Coarse Salt, Midlings and Shoulders of Bacon, every item terms, Ready made Bags, Bar Iron, Philadelphia Leaf and Lump Sugar, Indian Meal, Rye Meal, Shorts and Bran, Superfine Flour in barrels and half barrels, Large and small vessels may be con- veniently accommodated with Wharfe on mo- derate terms.
STORES to let on the Wharf, or goods re- ceived in them on Storage.
A large STORE on Hoe's Wharf to sell or let —with the privilege of receiving and shipping goods free of wharfe.
A small HOUSE on Water Street next door to Major Muncafter's, for sale.
A number of LOTS in good situations for sale or to let on ground rent. Alex. 12:11 mo. 20th. eof
Tams Craven,
Has just received and is now opening at his store in King-Street a few doors above Messrs. Bennett and Watts's, a handsome assortment of
Fall and Winter Goods,
Consisting of superfine broad cloths, and cash- meres, coating, forest cloth, keisey, and hair- thicks, striped and rose blankets, frizes, flannels, toilinet and swansdowns, Russia sheeting, ravens- duck, dowlas, creas and ticklenburgs, brown and white platillas, Irish linen, long lawn and fine cotton shirting, an elegant assortment of cambric musklin, white and coloured fine India mull mull and prigg do. fashionable chintz and calicoes, tur- nicare do. ladies extra long cotton gloves, French and English silk pick nick, & lace do. 6.4 fatin stripe and fancy bordered cambric shawls, white and coloured camel's hair do. patent sewing cotton threads, laces, bobbin, &c. &c. The above goods will be disposed of on the usual terms for cash. Nov. 21. d
JANNEY and PATON
Have just received, per the brig Polly, and for Sale,
24 hhds. } New England Rum, 56 bks. }
75 tons Plaster Paris. And on hand, as usual, a general assortment of GROCERIES. And about
1250 tons Plaster.
Farmers will find it to their interest, when pur- chasing, to look at this plaster, as they certainly will be able to please themselves as to quality. It lays very convenient to a water carriage, and may be put on board a vessel free of carriage. Dec. 9. d
ROBERT and JOHN GRAY
Have just received, A large supply of superfine Eagle, Henry the 8th, and Merry Andrew
PLAYING CARDS,
and a few dozen blank Cards of a good quality, Nov. 9. d
HOUSES TO LET.
THE subscriber having removed from Alex- andria, is desirous of letting his TWO HOUSES in Water Street, situated upon the north and south corners of Jefferson Street. They are well suit- ed to the accommodation of small families, have an uninterrupted and extensive view of Potomac, with well enclosed gardens and necessary out buildings attached.
A few unimproved lots under fence, adjoining the above for rent or sale.
For Particulars apply to Mr. D. W. Scott, nearly opposite the premises, or to R. I. Taylor, Esq. King Street.
T. HAMILTON. Dec. 6. co
To Let,
THE frame Warehouse on King Street, two doors above Pitt Street, now occupied by Am- brose Valle. Possession will be given on the 27th of this month—apply, in the absence of the subscriber, to Col. Denis Ramsey.
R. I. TAYLOR. August 15. co
Ten Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber, on the 19th of July, a negro man named MOSES:
he is a tall boney man, about 6 feet high, not very fleshy, has a remarkable scar across the middle of his nose, his hair long and strait for that of a Negro, though not tied. He has been several times seen skulking about Alexandria. Any person who will deliver me the said Ne- gro, or secure him and give me information thereof, shall receive the above reward. AUG: J. SMITH.
Fairfax County, Aug. 3. co
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