Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1804-01-30 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. IV.]
MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 1804.
[No. 973.]
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, Fig, in kegs and frails, Queens Ware in crates,
FURNITURE, &c.
A variety of DRY GOODS , Among which are,
Cloths, Coatings, Kerseymeres, Duffles, Plains and Kerseys, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elasticks, blue Friezes, Calimancoes and Russels, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Mullins and Mullin Hand'fs, India Mullins and Table Cloths Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Coloured Threads, Hats, And sundry other Articles.
P. G. MARSTELLER.
January 16.
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, Irish Linens, Cassimeres, Calicoes, Kerseymeres, Threads, Coatings, Chintzes, Halfticks, Bedticks, Fearnought, Osnaburgs, Blankets, Sewing Silks, Planes, Mullin and Mullin Negro Cottons, Handkerchiefs, Worsted and other India Cottons, &c. Stockings, &c.
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
January 24.
JANNEY and PATON
Have just received, per the brig Polly , and for Sale, 24 hds. } New England Rum, 25 bds. } 75 tons Plaister Paris . And on hand, as usual, a general assortment of ROceries . And about 1250 tons Plaister .
Farmers will find it to their interest, when pur- chasing, to look at this plaister , as they certainly will be able to please themselves as to quality. It lays very convenient to a water carriage, and may be put on board a vessel free of carriage.
Dec. 9. d
Notice.
To the Marine Insurance Company of Alexandria . THE Stockholders in this institution are hereby informed that a dividend of five per cent. is this day declared, payable to them or their legal representatives, in ten days after this date. By Order.
J. B. Nickolls, Sec'y.
Jan. 2. (J3) 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 good quality. Nov. 9. d
Printing in all its variety ex- ecuted at this office.
A NEW PAMPHLET.
Just received and for sale at this office, (price 25 Cents.)
A Refutation of the Charges
Made by a writer under the signature of "Veri- tas," against the character of GABRIEL JONES: The lately acknowledged author being the Hon. Philip Grymes , Member of the Council of State. In which every charge or insinuation against him in that libel is fully and clearly refuted. Jan. 3. d
JUST PUBLISHED
By COTTON and STEWART , and for Sale at their Store.
DEATH ABOLISHED;
A SERMON,
Occasioned by the sickness which prevailed at Alexandria, during the months of August, Sep- tember, and October; giving a detail of that sickness, and of some of the views of Providence, in such calamitous visitations.
With an Appendix,
Containing facts, relative to the origin of the sickness, the extent of the mortality, the labors of the Committee of Health, and the contribu- tions for the relief of the poor.
By James Muir, D. D.
Pastor of the Presbyterian Church.
December 1. d
BENJAMIN SHREVE, jun.
Has just received and for Sale, 40 barrels No. 1 Beef, 4 pipes Cogniac Brandy, 45 bags Pepper, 6 boxes women's Morocco Shoes, And a handsome assortment of India GOODS. Dec. 27. d
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. d
Dec. 2. d
ROBERT and JOHN GRAY
Have lately received,
LINN'S SECOND LETTER,
In answer to Dr. Priestley's Defence of his Pamphlet, entitled, Socrates and Jesus compar- ed —62 1/2 cents.
Hear Both Sides, a new Comedy, by Hol- croft—25 cents, and D'Israeli's Narrative Poems, 37 1/2 cents. December 16. d
WILLIAM LADD
Has imported in the latest ships from England and Ireland, an assortment of Irish Linens and Woollen Goods , suitable to the season. Oct. 17.
JAMES BACON,
At his Store on King-Street , within one door of Washington-Street , has just received, a quanti- ty of well assorted
PATENT SHOT,
which, with a general assortment of Teas, Sugars, Coffee, Wines, Brandy, Spirits, and generally e- very other article in the grocery line, he offers for sale on the most moderate terms. Oct. 15. d
ONE HUNDRED 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 cloathing, a description of which is unne- cessary, as it is probable he has changed them. He has been frequently seen about town since he ab- sconded, and in all probability is now secreted by his mother, Winney Brown , formerly the slave of Mr. John Muir , late of this town, but now said to be free. The above reward will be paid for securing said negro BOB , in any goal, and a further reward of TEN DOLLARS for the dis- covery of those who have been accessory to his concealment.
Captain's of vessels, &c. are forewarned at their peril, not to take him away.
ROBERT B. JAMESSON.
Nov. 15. d
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 Ptilicat 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. d
FOR SALE BY
WILLIAM HARTSHORNE, AT HIS STORE ON KIRK'S WHARF, LOWER END OF WOLF STREET ,
New-England Potatoes, Coarse Salt, Midlings and Shoulders of Bacon on very low terms, Ready made Bags, Bar Iron, Philadelphia Loaf and Lump Sugar, Indian Meal, Rye Meal, Shorts and Bran, Superfine Flour in barrels and half barrels, Large and small vessels may be con- veniently accommodated with Wharfage 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 wharfage.
A small HOUSE on Water Street next door to Major Munister's , for sale.
A number of LOTS in good situations for sale or to let on ground rent.
Alex. 12th mo. 20th. eotf
Malaga Wine, Raisins, &c.
Just received, per the brig Celia , Capt. Bowen , from Malaga , 100 quarter casks Malaga Wine , 100 half gr. do. 20 gr. casks Mountain Wine of a superior quality, 50 baskets Almonds, 100 trails Figs, 150 quarter bds. Raisins, 200 boxes Muscadel 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 Sheeting , Drillings , Raven Duck , &c. &c.
WILLIAM OXLEY
Has received by the Ann from Liverpool and Atalanta , via Baltimore , from London ,
FALL GOODS,
which he offers for sale on reasonable terms. Sept. 30. d
For Sale or Rent.
A convenient two story brick house, com- pletely finished, situated on Water street , be- tween King and Prince Streets —immediate pos- session will be given. Apply to JOSEPH RIDDLE. Nov. 30. d.f.
To Rent,
For one or more years, that valuable DISTILLERY AND MILL, Late the Property of General GEORGE WASH- INGTON of Mount Vernon , situated on a navigable creek within nine miles of Alexan- dria .
This Distillery has five large Stills and a Boiler erected upon the late improved plan, with sheds for raising and tanning Hogs, also stills for thirty Bees.
In point of situation none can exceed it, the easiest access to Maryland , will always ensure the greatest abundance of grain for carrying on the distilling business in its most extensive scale, inde- pendent of its own neighbourhood, which has always been able to supply it. The mill will require some repairs, which will be done at the proprietor's expense; he has manufactured large quantities of Flour, and may easily be made to do it again: To this mill is a cooper's shop, and a comfortable dwelling house. Application to be made to the subscriber, near the spot.
LAW, LEWIS.
Woodlawn, Jan. 21.
For New-York,
The Schooner BETSEY , T. BERRY , Master, Now lying at the upper side of Prince Street wharf , will sail as soon as the weather permits. For Freight or Passage apply to the master on board, or to Daniel M'Clean. Jan. 16. d
For Charter or Sale,
THE SHIP PRESIDENT , About 240 tons burthen—Two years old, and a fast sailer.
For sale on very moderate terms if taken away immediately,
About 1500 bushels Lisbon Salt , And 50 barrels PORK . WM. HODGSON. Dec. 20. d
For Freight or Charter,
To any port of the U. States , The new, fast sailing Brig RISING SUN , John Jencks , Master, Lying at M'Clean's wharf ; this brig is not taken up in a few days, she will sail for Newport and Providence , having very excellent accom- modations.
For sale on board said brig, Sweet Cyder , Apples , Potatoes , Cheese , Candles , Stone Lime , Holland Gin , 8 chests Hylon and Souchong Tea , 13 boxes of China , coffee, tea and dining sets. Jan. 18. d
S. THOMEE
Begs leave to inform his friends and the public in general, that he has commenced business in the line of
GILDING
And Enamelling on Glass, a few doors above the Washington Tavern . Look- ing Glass and Picture Frames made and REGILT.
NEEDLE WORK
framed in a hand of the manner, And NAMES done on GLASS. S. THOMEE , as a stranger being determined to establish himself in the line of his profession, solicits that encouragement alone which he trusts the reasonableness of his charges and his affinity to business may entitle him to.
Window Cornices handsomely Gilt, and every thing in his line done to please the fancy of the owner equal to any imported.
He has some glasses and prints for sale on low terms. Dec. 30. d3m
Tunis 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 cass- meres, coating, forest cloth, kersey, and half- thicks, striped and rose blankets, friezes, flannels, toilinet and swansdowns, Russia sheeting, raven duck, dowels, creas and ticklenburgs, brown and white platillas, Irish linen, long lawn and fine cotton shirting, an elegant assortment of cambric mullins, white and coloured fine India mull and and prigg do. fashionable chintz and calicoes, tur- niture do. ladies extra long cotton gloves, French and English silk pick neck, & lace do. 6.4 fair 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.
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 Soal Leather and Shoes of all sorts,
50 pieces of Russia Duck ,
100 boxes mould and dipp'd tallow Candles,
50 do. Spermacei do.
7 hds. and 80 bds. Sugar,
2 tons of Cordage assorted,
2 cases bandanna Handkerchiefs,
7 bales India Cottons,
A few Feather Beds with Pillows and Bolsters of the best Tickling,
An assortment of playing and blank Cards,
Bar Iron, Stone Lime refined,
Salt Peire, Ground Ginger, Pearl Ash,
Rice, Starch, Writing Paper, Glass, Hops,
Cotton Yarn assorted, &c. &c. Nov. 1.

JUST PUBLISHED, And for Sale by ROBERT and JO IN GRAY, The History and Adventures OF The Renowned Don Quixote. Translated from the Spanish of Cervantes, by Dr. SMOLLETT. In four vols. forming the 10th and 13th vols. of Conrad and Co's edition of Select Novels. Price to subscribers—One Dollar per volume, to non subscribers, One Dollar and Twenty Five Cents.
Mechanic Relief Society. The members of the above Society will please to observe that a quarter- ly meeting will be held on Wednes- day next 1st February at 6 o'clock in the Evening at Koones's Tavern. J. V. Thomas, Sec'y January 28.
P. NOWLAND Has just received one Trunk of handsome Muffs and Tippets, And a few handsome Plush Hats , with trimmings, which he will sell low for cash. Jan. 28.
RECEIVED, By the fct'r Hilland and Sloop Unity, from Phi- ladelphia, 40 bks. bottled Porter of 2 doz. each 20 doz. Strong Draught Beer, 30 boxes Spanish Segars, and A small Invoice of Sole Leather. On Hand, Coffee in bags, Pennsylvania Bar Iron, round do. hoop do. and nail rods, for sale by Daniel M c Clean.
Jan. 19. JUST RECEIVED AND FOR SALE, French Brandy, Antigua and Gre- nada Rum, HOLLAND GIN—imported in the ship Athena from Amsterdam, Cherry Brandy made of old spirit, Wines, Loaf and lump Sugar, Brown do. Green Coffee, Teas, &c. FRUIT—Apples, Sweet Oranges, Lemons, Limes and Green Grapes. NUTS—Almonds, English Walnuts, Shell barks, &c.
Also, A few bks. Crab Cakes, 100 bks. R. Island do. 1000 lbs. Cheese, Scots Barley, Potatoes, &c. Thomas Simms.
Who wishes to Sell or Rent, his HOUSE on Prince Street, opposite to George Taylor's, Esq. Any person inclined to purchase shall have a great bargain—it will fold for Cash, or bartered for Wet Goods. Jan. 13
Just received and for Sale, Sweet Cyder by the barrel, Apples do. N. England Rum do. Candles by the box, Pork by the barrel, 2000 lbs. excellent R. Island Cheese, Smoked Salmon in 2 and 4 gallon kegs, Raisins by the box, Prunes, Almonds, English Walnuts, Shellbarks, Cherries, Sweet Oranges, Limes, Lemons, Green Grapes by the jar or pound, Codfish for family use, 600 bushels R. I. Potatoes, And a general assortment of Groceries. A. WILLIS.
Jan. 12. Wanted to Hire, A MAN COOK—For one well acquainted with his business generous wages will be given— Apply to the Printer. December 27. Just received by Brig Rising Sun, Excellent Apples by the barrel; Reddings, Greenings, and Pippins. THO'S SIMMS. January 19. 4td
PLAISTER OF PARIS by the bushel or ton, for sale By Wm. Hartshorne. FOR SALE, A two story BRICK HOUSE and LOT, in the City of Washington, very easy terms. Thomas Patten. Jan. 18.
Wanted to Hire, A NEGRO BOY, about 14 or 15 years of age. Apply to the Printer. January 10. c6
FOR SALE, A LIKELY NEGRO BOY, about 13 years of age, smart and active, about the right size to take into the house as a waiter, for information apply to the Printer hereof. January 23. d66
Translated for the National Intelligencer, from the Moniteur of Louisiana.
NEW-ORLEANS, Dec. 21, 1803. The work is at length consummated— Louisiana changes her government for the last time; and the flag of the United States has throughout this city every where re- placed that of the French republic.
The following account of the three last days will complete the history of these e- vents, which mark an epoch, destined to be one of the most memorable in the histo- ry of America.
On Sunday last, the 18th of this month, the colonial Prefect, commissioner of the French government, was invited to assist in the divine service of a form of worship, about to cease to be national in this country from the nature of the government under which the people were about to pass. The religious ceremonies were celebrated with the greatest pomp: The Colonial Prefect, accompanied by the municipal body, by French officers, with those of the militia, and many other respectable persons, enter- ed the church through a line of grenadiers, and there received mass, with the honours due to the representative of the French Re- public.
The lines Domine, salvam fac rempublicam; Domine, salvos fac Consules: Once more resounded thro' the church: where they had been regularly sung, on festivals and Sabbaths, from the first taking possession of the country by France.
At two o'clock in the afternoon, were seen passing along the bank of the river, the commissioners of the United States, Mr. Claiborne and General Wilkinson, preceded by a fine detachment of volun- teers of the Mississippi territory, on horse- back. They proceeded immediately to citizen Laussat's and their arrival was an- nounced by the discharge of nineteen can- non.
Citizen Laussat received them in his sa- loon, in the midst of a numerous company —when after resting a few minutes, he led them into his cabinet, where they remained in conference for more than an hour.
They had no sooner left him than it be- came public, that on the next day, Tuesday at eleven o'clock in the morning Louisiana would be given up to the United States. Meanwhile the American commissioners retired at three o'clock to their camp, and from that moment no doubt remained of preparations being made for their taking possession.
On Wednesday we were most agreeably surprised by the display of a body of fine cavalry, travelling the city from one end to another, and bending their way towards the camp. It was Citizen Laussat, who thus attended, was on his way to visit the Com- missioners of the United States; he was preceded by the Major, and adjutant Ma- jor of the militia in French uniform, at his side was the Commandant de la Place, the Colonel of the militia, an aid-du-camp, and the Secretary of the commission; in the midst of which his superb dress, his noble horse, the richness of its harness, of blue velvet embroidered with silver, distinguish- ed him from every other.
He was followed by a number of the young officers of militia, French soldiers and inhabitants of the city. This retinue amounting to about sixty men, offered a spectacle truly brilliant, and it was a mas- ter of universal surprise, how, on so short a notice, had been collected a body of ca- valry so numerous, so excellent, and so well equipped. But what is impossible to chiefs beloved by the Louisianians—in half an hour afterwards, the municipality followed in carriages, multitudes assem- bled, and the road for half a league, was completely covered. Their reception at camp was a-la-militaire, and accompanied with every honor.
On their entering the marque of the offi- cers, the cannons were fired to salute the French commissioners, music succeeded, and played the air dearest to Frenchmen, namely, Buonaparte's march. The Colo- nial Prefect, presented the members of the municipal body, and afterwards the officers and principal citizens, to the American Commissioners, conversed with them, and after making the tour of the camp, retired in the same order that he came. The night following the precautions of the po- lice were increased, and the guards and patroles doubled, the Colonial Prefect went himself to reconnoitre the different posts, and rode through the interior of the city.
At length that day dawned, which was to usher in a new era for the people of the Mississippi.
Citizen Laussat, commissioner of the French Republic, proceeded to the city Hotel on foot, at the head of the municipal body of the officers attached to his mission,
a great number of militia officers and dis- tinguished inhabitants of the city and sur- rounding country, and of the citizens of his nation. He was saluted as he passed by the republican brig L'Argo .
The weather was exceedingly fine, and the temperature mild as that of April. In about an hour the troops of the United States presented themselves, where they were met in military form at the gates, and after receiving the orders of the Colonial Prefect, were introduced into the city.
They displayed in the square, having the American commissioners at their head, and being commanded by one of them, Ge- neral Wilkinson. He formed them in the line of battle, opposite the front of the city hotel, the armed militia and the French company under captain Gaugand, were arrayed on the opposite side. A detached company, at a little distance, was station- ed near the national flag.
The American commissioners, ascend- ing to the hall, were met on the grand stair- case by the assistant of the mayor, the chief of the battalion Commandant de la Place , the first adjutant major of the militia, and the secretary of the commission, who were placed there to receive them. The com- missioner of the French Republic, himself, with the municipal body, received them in the audience hall; he was seated in an el- evated chair, Mr. Claiborne at his right, and Gen. Wilkinson on his left in other chairs, the secretary of the French com- mission standing before them on the right, and the secretary of the American commis- sion on the left.
The commissioners of the United States presented to the commission of the French Republic, their full powers, which were immediately read by the secretary of com- mission, Wadsworth, and repeated by the secretary of commission, Dangerot.
Citizen Laussat briefly announced the object in French, and at his order, citizen Dangerot after- wards read the Treaty of Cession of Louisiana , with the powers of which the first consul-Bona- parte, had invested citizen Laussat, in the name of the French People, that he might execute the same, according to the process verbal of the ex- change of ratifications, which were to precede the execution. These readings over, citizen Laussat rose and said—"That from this moment he gave to the commissioners of the United States, possession of the country and dependencies of Louisiana, conformably to the articles 1, 2, 4, and 5 of the treaty and to the conventions of the 10th Floréal, year 11th (30th April) in or- der, that according to the treaty the sovereignty and property of Louisiana, should pass to the United States, under the same clauses and con- ditions with which it had been ceded by Spain to France, in virtue of the treaty concluded at St. Ildefonso, the 9th Vendémiaire, year 9 (October 1, 1800) which had received its execution by the French having taken possession of this colony."
After these words, citizen Laussat took the keys of the forts of New Orleans and presented them to Mr. Claiborne; he then continued thus: "I here declare that in virtue of the powers, with which I am vested, and of the mission with which I am charged by the first consul, that all citizens and inhabitants of Louisiana, who shall remain under the government of the United States, are from this instant released from their oaths of fidelity to the French republic." Citi- zen Laussat, then rose and charged seats with Mr. Claiborne. The secretaries of commissions then read the process verbal of this ceremony, the one in the French, and the other in the En- glish language; they were then on both sides signed and sealed and reciprocally exchanged, and the sittings ended. The citizens went to the principal balcony of the hotel. At their appear- ance the flag of the French republic was lowered and at the same time that of the United States raised, when they met at equal height, they re- mained till a signal of the firing of cannon on the square, the forts commenced a discharge, which was repeated by all the batteries; at this mo- ment the American colours was raised and the French flag taken down.
Citizen Laussat then descended from the city hotel, with Mr. Claiborne and general Wilkin- son. They placed themselves in front of the line formed by the militia, when citizen Laussat spoke as follows:
"Militia of New Orleans and Louisiana!— You have given proofs of the greatest zeal, and of a filial devotion to the French standard, dur- ing the short time it has appeared on your backs. I shall make this known to France and her govern- ment. In their name I return you thanks.— Behold the commissioners of the United States, to whom I transfer the command over you.— Obey them henceforth as the representatives of your legitimate sovereign."
This concise harangue being finished, citizen Laussat placed himself along side of the standard of the republic. Immediately the drum beat, and the company of French citizens put themselves in motion—the weather was uncommonly favor- able for this ceremony; the crowd was great; the windows and balconies presented to view the most beautiful women of Louisiana. The French, Spanish and American plumes rose here and there, as in suits, from the midst of the various groupes. A large number of Americans collected at a short distance from the city hotel, throwing
their hats in the air and huzzing. But, in ge- neral, the greatest silence and order reigned throughout the multitude. A thousand persons have observed and repeated, that, during the remainder of the day, at the sight of the French flag, beheld on high, and then disappearing, sorrow and emotion were depicted in almost every countenance, and tears flowed from almost every eye. This emotion was redoubled when the company of French citizens carried la Marseillaise , this beloved emblem of our national alli- ance. It would be difficult for the spectator even to forget this moment, on the affecting spectacu- Fifty different Frenchmen, brought to this coun- try, by different views, destinies and chances, the one unknown to the other, surrounding the standard of their country, finding themselves all brothers, render to it, from the spontaneous and abundant emotions of their hearts, a homage of af- fection, devotion & respect! Their manners and habits had neither resemblance or military uni- formity; but from their positions, their motions, their distance and their steps, it was easy to see that many of them had marched with the Bretons , and had been counted among the distinguished defenders of their country , as their company pas- sed before the American lines, they presented the arms to the beat of the drum, displayed their colours, and saluted it with their cannon; and wide it could be perceived weeping eyes remain- ed fixed upon it. It was at the house of the commissioner of the republic, and into his hands that the company deposited the flag, for whose protection it had been organised. On leaving the ranks to receive it, Citizen Laussat thus spoke:
"French Citizens:—I shall render an account to our government of the patriotic sentiments with which you have fulfilled at the distance of 2,500 leagues a religious duty to this standard. I shall require from your commander a list of your names, and shall transmit them to the Mi- nister of Marines and the Colonies, and you may rest assured that they will be placed under the eyes of the first consul." Scarcely had the French commissioner entered his dwelling, when the officers of the militia waited upon him with the following address:
"We have desired to render to you, and thro' you, to the French republic, this new homage; while we still wear (pointing to their cockades) this emblem of the transient union which has subs- isted between us, and of the attachment we shall always feel for it."
The scene was very affecting. At three o'clock the company seated them- selves at the table of the colonial Prefect who gave a dinner to the commissioners of the United States, followed by a tea party in the evening. The Festival was splendid. On the dinner table were ninety two covers; and there were from four to five hundred guests at supper. The main table accommodated sixty, the remainder were distributed at small tables arranged under the longer galleries with which an external commu- nication was cut off; while within glittered the American, Spanish and French colours, which in- termingled, and falling in large folds formed the most elegant drapery around the walls. The de- corations of the great table consisted of plateaux embellished with beautiful paintings, & surmount- ed with temples, pavilions, & pillars. The point attention and siècle d'or , indicated by raising the American colours over every other decoration, escaped the observation of no one. It was also noticed that nearly all the American miles of the city were invited to the entertain- ment. A number of the civil and military of- ficers, accompanied the commissioners of the U. States. The Spanish civil and military officers surrounded the commissioners of his Catholic Majesty; and the rest of the company was com- posed of French, and principally Louisianians.— The toasts commenced after the first course, and continued till the end of the repast, which was prolonged by the firing that followed them. They were given in the following order:— The United States and Jefferson , in Madeira. Charles the 4th and Spain , in Malaga and Canary; The French Republic and Bonaparte , in Red and White Champagne. Each of these toasts was announced by sixty three discharges of artillery; of which twenty one were fired from the fort; twenty one from the French battery before the prefecture; and twenty one from the French brig L'Argo . After these toasts, given by citizen Laussat, the Spanish and American commission- ers gave the French Commissioner and his family and the French Commissioner then gave, to the friendship and indissoluble union of the three pow- ers whose Commissioners are present . Additional discharges were heard, and others repeat- ed on the Colonial Prefect announcing as the last toast, TO THE ETERNAL HAPPINESS OF LOUISIANA! Acclamations, transports, and huzzas accompanied each of these toasts.— The assembly at tea was but an increase and in- interrupted continuation of the company. Tea was served at seven, and English country dances immediately commenced continued, alternately with French country dances until 9 o'clock in the morning, except during the interval of sup- per which was served up at 2 in the morning.— Eight card tables detained part of the company till a much later hour. No fire occurred to disturb the harmony of the festival, although there was the most magnificent illumination. The assembly was more numerous and protracted than we have before witnessed. It was as bri- lliant in society and dress, as any preceding; and only differed from them in being opened and term- inated with less gaiety, and in being marked by a slight tint of melancholy. But in the anima- tion of the dance, play and conversation, the night was devoted to pleasure.

Citizen Laussat, after the giving up of Loui- siana, received the same day during the festival, & again on the ensuing day, multiplied testimonies of the secret felt on his leaving the country.— He shewed himself much affected by, and it was easily seen that he reciprocated them.
The subjoined paper is the translation of the declaratory act signed in the French and Spanish languages at New Orleans the 30th November last, between the Commissioners of France and the Spa- nish Commissioners on the formal delive- ry of Louisiana by the latter to Mr. Laussat as Commissioner of the French Republic.
The undersigned, citizen Clement Pe- ter Laussat, Colonial Prefect, commissi- oner of the French government for receiv- ing possession, in the name of the French Republic, of the Colony or Province of Louisiana from the hands of the officers or other agents of his Catholic Majesty in con- formity to the full powers conferred upon him, in the name of the French people, by citizen Bonaparte, First Consul, bearing date of the 17th Prairial, 11th year (June 6th, 1803.) countersigned by the Secreta- ry of State, Hughes Maret, and by his Excellency the Minister of the Navy and of the Colonies Decrees, which powers he has this moment personally delivered to the Commissioners of his Catholic Majesty, together with the Royal Order, dated Bar- celona, the 15th of October, 1802.
And the above-mentioned Commis- sioners of his Catholic Majesty, Don Manuel de Salcedo, Brigadier of the Royal Ar- mies, Governor military and political of the Province of Louisiana and West-Flori- da, Inspector of the veteran troops and the militia of the same, Vice Patron Roy- al, Judge Sub-delegate of the Superintend- ance General of the Couriers, &c. and Don Sebastian Calvo de la Puerta, and Don Farrill Marquis de Casa Calvo, Knight of the Order of St. James, Brigadier of the Royal Armies and Colonel of the Regiment of Infantry of the Havanna; appointed Commissioners by his Catholic Majesty, for the delivery of the said Province to the French Republic, according to a Royal Order of the 18th January 1803, certifying by the present that on this day, the 8th of Frimaire, 12th year of the French Repub- lic, and the 30th November, 1803, having met in the halls of the City hotel of New Orleans, respectively accompanied by the Chiefs and officers of the army and navy, the Cabildo, Secular and Ecclesiastical, the administration of the Royal Finances, the civil administration, and by several other distinguished persons of their respective nations.
The said citizen Laussat has delivered to the said commissioners of his C. M. the above men- tioned full powers of citizen Buonaparte, First Consul of the French Republic, and immedi- ately after, the said Don Manuel de Salcedo and Mar- quis de Casa Calvo have declared that in virtue and according to the terms of the order of the king of Spain, dated Barcelona, 15th Oct. 1802, and countersigned by his excellency Don Pedro Cevallos, first secretary and counsellor of state, they from this moment give to the said commis- sioner of France citizen Laussat, possession of of the said colony of Louisiana, and of its depen- dencies as also of the city and island of New Orleans, with the same extent which they have this day, and which they had when France pos- sessed them, and ceded them to the royal crown of Spain, and such as they ought to be after the treaties which may have successively been made between these states of his C. M. and those of other powers, in order that they may henceforth appertain to the French Republic, and be governed and administered by its officers or governors, in the manner which may suit her interests; and accordingly they have so- lemly delivered to him the keys of this place; hereby declaring that they release from the oath of allegiance towards his said majesty, all the inhabitants who shall choose to remain in the service and under the authority of the French re- public; and in order that this solemn act may appear forever, the undersigned have affixed to these presents, written in the French and Spa- nish languages, their names and their seals, and they have caused the same to be countersigned by the secretaries of the respective commission- ers the same day, month and year as above men- tioned.
(Signed) LAUSSAT. By the Colonial Prefect Com- missioner of the French govern- ment. DANGEROT. MANUEL de SALCEDO, EL MARQUIS de CASA CALVO. ANDRES LOPES ARMATTO, Secretary of the Commission CHARLESTON, January 13. By a French gentleman arrived in this city, we are informed, that the town of Cape Nicola Mole was evacuated on the 6th December last Previous to the evacuation, Gen. Noailles had six times summoned to surrender; but he
refused to capitulate either with the British or the Brigands. The town was abandoned with- out leaving the least means of defence. All the warlike machines were destroyed: and 102 twenty four pounders, 17 mortars, and 7 six pounders, were spiked. The army, amounting to 2,200 men, 39,000 wt. of powder, and 15 pieces of brass cannon, were embarked. But Gen. Noailles, having brought off every one of his men, was the last that embarked. On leaving the harbour, they were chased by several British tri- gates; but their small fleet escaped them, except one vessel. The troops landed at Port au Prin- cipe, in the Island of Cuba, where they were very hospitably received by the Spaniards.
Alexandria Daily Advertiser. MONDAY, JANUARY 30.
[The pleasure we take in publishing the subjoined document will be participated in by all our readers, interested in the commercial prosperity of Alexandria.]
EXPORTS From the Port of Alexandria during the year 1803, taken from the Custom House Books, viz.
TO FOREIGN COUNTRIES.    97,971 barrels } Flour,   581 half bks.   17,875 barrels } Biscuit,   1,100 kegs   6,992 bags   4,239 hogsheads Tobacco,   58,201 bushels Corn,   94,957 do. Wheat,   1,496 do. Bea   262 do. Shorts,   1,609 do. Pease,   2,338 do. Rye,   542 barrels Beef,   1,093 do. Pickled Fish,   519 do. Pork,   762 do. Indian Meal,   260 do. Tar and Rosins   29,481 pounds Cotton,   18,251 do. Candles,   10,404 do. Lard,   19,492 do. Soap,   10,444 do. Bacon,   20,812 do. Butter,   4,554 do. Cheese,   1,047 do. Wax,   95 tierces Rice,   109,919 Staves,   259,050 Shingles,   33,341 feet Plank. 
Value of the abovementioned articles at the time of ship- ping, Dolls. 1,202,669 3 Value of Goods of the growth and manufacture of foreign countries, exported to fo- reign ports, during the a- bove period, Dolls. 102,286 73
Exported Coastways, exclusive of Foreign Merchandise.    81,429 barrels } Flour,   1,862 half bks.   899 barrels, } Biscuit,   1,096 kegs,   357 tierces Flax Seed,   85 firkins Butter,   633 hogsheads Tobacco,   111 kegs Manufactured Tobacco,   867 bks. Salted Provisions,   38 bks. Rosin,   10 hogsheads } Ginseng,   86 barrels   9 bags   6 casks Bees Wax,   112 Bacon Hams,   500 bushels Potatoes,   1,200 do. Barley,   291 do. Beans,   4,590 do. Bran,   27,102 do. Corn,   6,544 do. Rye,   8,138 do. Wheat,   500 do. Oats,   86,000 Staves. 
IMPORTED Into this District during the above period from foreign ports, viz.
Dolls. Cts.    Value of Goods paying } 408 803 11   duty ad valorem,   Of enumerated articles, subject to specific duties, not included in the above value of Goods, viz.   13,198 gallons Wines,   52,542 do. Spirits,   256 do. Ale,   6,908 do. Molasses,   177,753 pounds Coffee,   1,307,987 do. Sugars,   32,679 do. Lead,   56,882 do. Nails,   6,173 do. Cocoa,   6,808 do. Cotton, 
  385 do. Cheese,   1,366 do. Indigo,   180 cwts. Steel,   8 do. Cordage,   987 do. Hemp,   20 do. Twine,   11 do. Salt,   3,468 bushels Coal,   70,238 do. Salt,   394 pairs Shoes,   4 do. Boots. 
Value of articles of the growth and produce of the United States, exported to foreign ports,     Dolls. Cts.     In the Year 1800, 470,874 80   1801, 743,470 97   1802, 712,894 26   1803, 1,202,669 03  
The sloop Economy, Smith, from this port arrived at Charleston the 17th inst.
The learned Lord Verulam relates that it was a frequent saying of Jason, the Thes- salian, that "some things may be done un- justly, in order that many things may be done justly." The dismissals from office, &c. which have taken place within the 2 last years in this country, may perhaps have been ha- zarded by the party in power, on the au- thority of Jason. Considering their a- verseness to authority of any kind, and par- ticularly to ancient authority, it will be ra- ther surprising if they have acted upon a saying of such extreme antiquity. We are rather disposed to think that it is an authority of a more recent date and nearer home, upon which they have proceeded— the venerable authority of will, and self- interest.
One limb of Jason's proposition, how- ever, yet remains unpractised. We have seen the men unjustly put out of office and dismissed but we have yet to see, and we fear it will be long till we do see, what things have been done justly in conse- quence thereof:
Courier. The Subscriber Has removed his VENDUE-STORE from the corner of King and Union streets, to the store adjoining Messrs Henry K. May, & Co. on the South side of King street.
THOMAS PATTEN. January 30. d District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, November Term, 1803 Douglas and Mandeville, Plaintiffs, AGAINST Wm. S. Talbert & Thos. Patten, Defts. } In Chancery.
The defendant William S. Talbert, not having entered his appearance, and given se- curity according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satis- faction of the court upon affidavit, that the said defendant, William S. Talbert, is not an inha- bitant of this district; on motion of the said complainants by their counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendant, Wm. S. Talbert, do appear here on the first day of next term, and enter his appearance to the suit and give security for per- forming the decree of the court, and that the other defendant Thomas Patten do not pay away convey or secrete the debts by him owing to the said absent defendant William S. Talbert until the further order or decree of the court, and that a copy of this order be forthwith published in 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 courthouse of the said county.
A copy. TEST, G. DENEALE, C. C. (J30.) 1w2m.
Five Dollars Reward. Ran away from my Farm, on Tuesday morn- ing last, a Negro man slave called CHARLES, call and slender made; has a place on his head bare of hair, occasioned by a burn; his cloathing a short blue jacket, striped country cloth trow- ers, which yarn stockings, coarse shoes and an old hat. I expect he is yet lurking in Alexandria as he was seen in that place on the same day he ran away. I will give the above reward for securing the negro Charles in the jail of Alexandria, and I do hereby forward all persons from harboring or carrying him off at their peril. Barnaby, near Patrick Church.
EDWARD SANFORD. Jan. 30. 3H 10 Lot, THE frame Warehouse on King street, re- doors above Pitt Street, now occupied by An- drew Vassie. Possession will be given on the 27 of this month—apply, in the absence of the subscriber, to Col. Dennis Ramsey. B. I. TAYLOR.
A person who has been a sufferer from having his slaves harboured, requires the attention of a particu- lar description of persons to the following section of an act passed by the legislature of Virginia entitled— An Act to amend the Act, entitled an Act to amend the Act, entitled an Act to reduce into one, the several acts con- cerning slaves, &c. &c.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That all free persons who shall be convicted before any magistrate of a county or corporation court, of harbouring or entertaining any slave without the consent of his or her master, mistress or overseer shall forfeit and pay immediately the sum of ten dollars to the use of the informer, and in case of failure to make payment thereof, to be require- by the magistrate before whom such person shall be brought, to give bond and approved security for his or her appearance at the next court to be held for the said county or corporation, and in the mean time to be of good behaviour, or stand committed until the same shall be performed. And in case the person so offending shall be a free negro or mulatto, and shall be unable to pay the said sum, then to receive such corporal chas- tisement, not exceeding thirty nine lashes, as the magistrate shall determine up on.
Jan. 27. 071 THE RESIDUE OF Col. Pendleton's PROPERTY
Adjoining this town, WILL be sold on the First Day of April for negotiable paper payable in the Bank of Alex- andria—one fourth to be paid in four months, one fourth in six months, one fourth in twelve months and the remaining fourth in eighteen months from the day of sale. The plot of the land and lots may be seen at Col. Deneale's office, who is authorised to dispose of the above mentioned property in whole or in part at private sale. Charles Simmons, George Deneale, Edmund J. L.
January 27. 03 VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE
In virtue of a Deed of Trust execut- ed and bearing date on the 8th day of January, 1798, between Isaac Pollock of the first part, Wm. Deakins jun. (since deceased) of the se- cond part, and Jonah Thompson and Richard Veitch of the third part, I, the subscriber, being the executor, devisee, and legal assignee of the said William Deakins, jun. deceased, for the purpose of executing the trusts in and by that deed declared, shall and will on Tuesday the 27th day of March next, at fair, not the next fair day, at the tavern of John H. Barrey, in George Town, expose at public sale, for Cash, to the highest bidder, that
Valuable Lot, situated on Water street, in said town, on which the house at present occupied by Mr. Barrey is a cavern stands, together with all the buildings and improvements on the same. Said lot front- ing on Water street 52 feet, and running back 75 feet parallel with Cherry alley, and being therein—being part of that lot delineated in the plan of Old George Town, by No. 49.
Also, Another Lot on Keys street (being part of that lot delineated by No. 77 in the plan of Old George Town,) comprehending a part of that wharf lately occupied as a number yard by Mr. George King.
Also, A large and convenient two story Brick Dwelling House. More particular information relative to the above valuable property may be had at any time previous to the day of sale, by application to Messrs. Thompson and Veitch, in Alexandria, John T. Mason, Esq. George town, or to the subscriber.
FRANCIS DEAKINS, Executor and Devisee of William Deakins, Jun. deceased. George town, Jan. 27. 1803
ON the petition of September Leverage, an insolvent debtor, confined in the prison bounds of Alexandria County, at the suit of William Wilson, Notice is hereby given to the creditors of the said Sepimus Leverage, That on Monday the 6th day of February next at 11 o'clock A. M. at the Court house in the county of Alexan- dria, aforesaid—the oath of an insolvent debtor will be administered to the said Sepimus Lever- age—agreeable to the act of congress now in force, on that subject and a trustee appointed, un- less sufficient cause be then and there shown to the contrary. It is ordered that this notice be published three times in the Alexandria Advertiser and the Alexandria Exploiter previous to the said day. By order of Nicholas Fitzhugh, assistant judge of the Circuit Court of the District of Colum- bia.
C. DENEALE, C. C. January 27. 03 Madeira Wine. 16 pipes London particular Wine, 2 qr. casks do. do. Received per S h Ploughboy, via Norfolk, for sale on a liberal credit by J. and T. Vowell. Jan. 6.

ROBERT and JOHN GRAY HAVE JUST RECEIVED, From Messrs. Stokes and Co's Patent and Family 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 Antithematic Lozenges; Ague and Fever Drops; Antibilious Pills; Ana- 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 what 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 putrescent qua- lities, 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, preserv- 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 catarral fevers, will prove an invaluable 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 deemed 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. is 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 Infirmities, which delicacy 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 often the result of general or partial relaxation or weakness in either sex, and it is equally certain that the genuine AROMA IC 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 diffuse and distill themselves like a vapor through every pore, producing effects at once delightful, salutary and permanent. When the spark of life begins to grow dim, the circulation languid, and the faculties paralysed 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 exer- cise, loss 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 example, have tempted unguarded youth into the dangerous whirlpool of secret sensuality, debilitated his body, and impaired his under- standing, these Lozenges will protect him from lingering disease, the miseries of premature old age, and a wretch- ed existence which is 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, tremors, languor, pains in the back, chest, &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, so that 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.
Rheumatism, every stage, instantly subsides its pe- netrating powers which has succeeded in curing the most desperate cases of rheumatism, gout, lumbago, sciatica, neuralgia, palsy and complaints of the stomach, after failing in many cases proved successful. It is prepared in pills, and also in a fluid state. The pills are particu- larly successful in flatulences and indigestion, and by their salutary operation, promote perspiration, and gradually remove the most obstinate rheumatism; and at the same time, invigorate the debilitated constitution. The fluid essence is a remarkable active embodiment, successfully 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 severest frost bite, and bruises, old strains and sprains are generally cured by a few applications. The Essence 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 the application of many thousands having experienced its efficacy; it is unnecessary to add any more arguments in its favor; but to caution the public that the name Tho- mas 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- ily removes inflammation, dimness, itching, and films; it never fails to cure those maladies which frequently suc- ceed the measles, small pox, and fever; and is an unpa- ralleled strengthener of a weak sight.
Dr. Hunter's genuine Antibilious Pills. An agreeable and certain preventive of the predisposi- tion to inflammatory and malignant fever, which prevails 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
Antithematic Lozenges. A radical cure for coughs, colds, asthma and con- sumptions, 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 perspira- tion 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 admini- stered at an improper season.
Dr. BARDWELL'S
Anodyne Essence, for all kinds of Head Aches.
THE renowned virtues of the Anodyne 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. Thus in valuable Anodyne, 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 Ant-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 fevers, bilious 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 leprosy, as also that of Thomas Johnson, a labouring 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, besides which a variety of proofs of her 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 supercede the necessity of any further comment from the Proprietor, yet, he presumes to assert, that the recommendation 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 also may be had,
Atkinson's Worm destroying Lozenges. These Lo- zenges not only destroy worms where they exist, but ef- fectually prevent their return. These families who have followed Dr. Atkinson's advice, and used them in the spring and fall among their children, as their common physic, have new the happiness to find those children, which appeared sickly and emaciated, in the bloom of health, being entirely delivered from those dread- ful 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 interesting 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 Asthma 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 abovementioned, 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 cholic, urfets, hysterical 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 has reduced the price to those who purchase largely above fifty per cent. Directions will be paid 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.
SPANISH HIDES.
2000 Spanish Hides just received by the Sloop President from Curacoa, and for sale by JOHN TUCKER.
Who has on hand,
16,000 lbs. Green Coffee, Musco- vado Sugar, in hds. and bbls. Spinning Cotton, and a quantity of coarse Salt, &c. &c.
He will also give orders for cargoes of Salt at Toks Island, payable in the United States, three months after the delivery.
January 7
Just Received and for Sale by
JOSIAH FAXON, & Co.
THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES, VIZ:
 6 pipes Cogniac 4th proof Brandy,  100 boxes Mould Candles,  40 do. dipt,  30 boxes Bown Soap,  49 bbls. No. 1 & 2 Boston Pork,  30 bbls. No. 1 & 2 Beef,  26 bbls. Nova Scotia Herrings,  200 nests Sugar Boxes,  8 boxes Cotton and Wool Cards,  24 reams Wrapping Paper,  150 tons Nova Scotia Plaster Paris,  30 tons French ditto,  400 bushels Turks Island Salt,  40 kegs James River manufactured To- bacco. 
The above articles will be sold on moderate terms for cash.
Also, a general assortment of SHOES as usual. Cash given for Corn, Rye and Tobacco.
Freight Wanted,
For the SCHOONER PHILIP.
She will take freight to the West Indies or any part of the continent. Please apply as above.
Jan. 20
HUGH SMITH
Has received by the Ann, the United States, and the Orion, from Liverpool,
A complete assortment of Queen's Ware, and can now supply country merchants on the shortest notice. Has also received a number of well
ASSORTED CRATES,
in excellent condition.—Has for sale as usual China and Glass Ware.
Likewise for sale, Pipes by the box, Crowley Steel, New Callie Grindstones.
Oct. 29. d6 eo
The Freeholders and Housekeepers of the Town of Alexandria,
WILL please to take notice, that a POLL will be opened at the Court House, in the Coun- cil Chamber, on the 14th day of February, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, for the purpose of choosing "twelve fit and able men, being free- holders," to represent the Corporation, as Mem- bers of the Common Council for the present year.
Geo. Brinker, Collector.
Jan. d4w
Those citizens who are in ar- rear for Corporation Taxes, are hereby requested to pay up the same or the Collector will be un- der the disagreeable necessity of proceeding against them as the law directs.
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.
For Sale,
On very moderate terms, a case of OSTRICH FEATHERS. Ricketts, Newton and Co. Jan. 16.
Notice.
The subscriber being duly appointed assignee of the estate and effects of James Smith, of Dum- fries, a Bankrupt, GIVES NOTICE, to all those indebted to him, or who may have any of his estate or effects in their possession, to pay or deliver the same to the assignee without delay, and no other person, but such as may be author- rised by him. Those indebted, who find it in- convenient to make immediate payment, shall pay on or before the first day of March next, com- forward and give bonds for the balances due from estate, will be indulged until September next, by making the same secure, but those who do not avail themselves of this opportunity, of making payment, may expect proceedings to be commenced without reserve.
Timothy Brundige, Assignee.
Further Notice.
ON Monday the 5th day of March next will commence the sale of the property of James Smith, at the Store lately occupied by him in Dumfries, consisting of a
Variety of GOODS,
the remains of his Store, Household and Kitchen Furniture, Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Hogs, Farm- ing Utensils, River and Bay Craft, Saws, Boats, &c. &c.
Also—TWELVE NEGROES, if not dispo- sed of at private sale.
Likewise the Lands, Houses, Lots, &c. of said Smith's, viz.
A Tract of Land near Dumfries on the tide waters of Powell's Creek, called Cane Grove, containing about 600 acres, with House and other improvements.
One moiety of a Tract of Land on Chappawattie Creek, with Houses, Quarries, and Freestone thereon, &c.
A House and Lot in Newport, (Po- tomac) No. 13.
Two Lots with Storehouse, Sheds, Wh. & c. in the same place No. 15 & 16.
One of two undivided Lots in the Town of Geneva, State of New York.
Two Lots in the City of Washing- ton, No. — and — in Square —.
And the Houses and Lots in Dum- fries now occupied by said Smith.
For further particulars concerning said Lands, &c. enquire of said Smith, or the assignee, who will show the terms and which will be publicly made known at the time and place of sale.
A credit of six months will be giv- en on all sums over Twenty Dollars, by giving bond with approved security for the amount, with interest from the date, if not punctually paid.
The Sale will continue from day to day until all the aforesaid property is disposed of.
Timothy Brundige. Dumfries, Jan. 25. (27)
EDUCATION.
I shall open a NIGHT SCHOOL on Mon- day evening next, at my house next door to the Indian Queen on King Street; where pupils com- mitted to my care will be diligently instructed in Reading, Writing & Arithmetic.
Those persons who are disposed to favour me with their patronage on the present occasion, will please to call as soon as possible, that I may have it in my power to make arrangements proper for the order of the school and improvement of the scholars.
John Mason.
N. B. MARTIN MASON continues to teach Reading, Writing and Needle work, and would BOARD three or four girls on moderate terms. Nov. 5.
In the case of John B. Armistead, A BANKRUPT.
A sale of all the effects surrendered by the said John B. Armistead to the commissioners, will take place at Middlebury, in the county of Lou- don, on Wednesday the first day of February next, at which time and place the creditors are notified to attend, in order to direct the terms of the sale. It is only within a few days that papers have got to hand, relating to a claim which the said Armistead gave up, against Zachariah Cox for 160,000 acres of Land, in the purchase made by the said Cox of the state of Georgia; the want of these papers together with the expectation that some compromise would take place between the claimants of Land by purchase from the state of Georgia, and the Congress of the United States, by which value would be affixed to this claim, has delayed the sale till the time now late.
LEVEN POWELL, junr.
Trustee appointed by the creditors of J. B. Ar- mistead.
December 31. 3w1P
Fishing Landings.
I have three Fishing Landings to Rent, said to be inferior to none on the Potomac. The terms will be encouraging.
Wm. H. Foote.
Jan. 25.
DAILY BY PRINTED S. SNOWDEN