Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-09-09 00:00:00

Sales by Auction.
SATURDAY,
At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, the corner of King and Union Streets.
Rum in hhds. and barrels, Whiskey in barrels, Apple Brandy in barrels, Gin in casks, Wine in pipes and quarter casks, Molasses in hhds. Sugar in hhds. and barrels, White and brown Soap in boxes, Coffee in casks and bags, Raisins in kegs and boxes, Queen's Ware, and
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS. -AMONG WHICH ARE-
Broad Cloths, Cashmeres, Kerseys, Coatings, Halfthicks, Fearnought, Blankets, Planes, Negro Cottons, Worsted and other Stockings, Irish Linens, Calicoes, Threads, Chintzes, Bedticks, Oznaburgs, Sewing Silks, Muslin and Mullin Handkerchiefs, India Cottons, &c. &c.
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer. September 2.
Public Vendue.
On WEDNESDAY,
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 hhds. tierces and bds. Coffee in tierces and bags, Chocolate White and brown Soap in boxes, Mould and dip'd Candles in boxes, Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queens Ware in crates, FURNITURE, &c.
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS, Among which are,
Cloths, Coatings, Kerseymeres, Duffs, Plains and Kerseys, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elaticks, 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. September 2.
Ricketts, Newton and Co.
Have received and for Sale, A few bales German Linens, 2 trunks calicoes and chintzes, 2 do. hosiery, 10 boxes wool and cotton cards, 5 tresses threads, 30 boxes dipp'd and mould candles, 10 hhds. molasses, 4 do. Jamaica spirits, 6 do. sugars, 20 barrels prime pork, 50 do. herrings, 20 do. shad, 30 kegs James river tobacco, 100 tons plaister.
They are giving Cash, for wheat, flour, corn, rye, beans and tobacco. August 1.
Pruning in all its variety executed at this office.
Fresh Timothy Seed.
Just received and for sale by NICHOLAS HINGSTON, SEEDS-MAN, Fairfax-Street, A quantity of Timothy Seed of this year's growth, at 5 dollars per bushel.
Sept. 5. 4t Bolts, Nails and Spikes,
AT M'Call's Manufactory On Royal Street, Alexandria, By the Cash for Cash, AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES:
Wrought Nails.
Bolts and Spikes, at 8 1/2 d. per lb. 40d. and 30d. nails, 8 1/2 d. do. 20d. nails (if heavy) 8 1/2 d. do. 12d. and 10d. do. do. 9 1/2 d. do. 8d. do. 10 1/2 d. do. 6d. do. 11 1/2 d. do. 3d. do. 12 1/2 d. do.
Cut Nails.
20d. 12d. and 10d. nails, at 7 d. per lb. 8d. do. 7 1/2 d. do. 6d. do. 8 1/2 d. do. 4d. do. 9 1/2 d. do. 3d. do. 10 1/2 d. do. 20d. 12d. and 10d. brads, 7 d. do. 8d. do. 7 1/2 d. do. Retail price 1d. per lb. more.
All kinds of IRON WORK for ships, &c. may be had on the shortest notice, warranted done in the best manner.
Bar Iron, German and American Steel, Hoop Iron, Nails Rods, &c. sold at the above factory. September 1. d12t
WILLIAM RAMSAY HAS OPENED A Grocery Store in Prince Street, Next door to Dr. Dick's,
Where he intends keeping a general assortment of genuine articles in that line, and now offers for sale on moderate terms,
LONDON particular Madeira, Port in casks and bottles, Colmenar and Malaga Old St. Julian and Medoc Claret in cases of 2 dozen each, White Wine Vinegar, 4th proof Jamaica Rum, Do. Cogniac Brandy, Holland Gin, Loaf, lump and Muscovado Sugar, Sugar House Molasses, Imperial, Chulan, Hylson, Young Hylson, Hylson Skin, Souchong, Pouchong Souchong, Padra Souchong, Peco Souchong, Bohea Green Coffee, Durham and Dixon's Mustard, Allspice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Mace and Nutmegs, Nantz and Bourdeaux Sallad Oil, Catchup, brandied Fruits and English Pickles, Olives, Capers and Anchovies, Prunes, Raisins, and soft shell Almonds, Leiper's Snuff in bottles, Do. best Smoaking Tobacco, Martin's best Spanish Segars, Basket Salt for table use, Georgia Cotton, Martinique Noyeau, Mould and dip'd Candles, Jersey Cheese of an excellent quality, Wrapping Paper, brown and blue, Roll Brimstone, Fig Blue. To be Rented,
And possession given immediately, the dwelling HOUSE above said store. It is now in good repair, and well calculated to accommodate a genteel family. Apply as above. June 27. d
For Freight or Charter, (To any port in the West Indies or United States)
THE SCH'R DISPATCH, JOSHUA PREBBLE, Master, burthen 750 barrels. She is a fine staunch vessel, completely found and ready to receive a cargo immediately. Apply to the master on board, at Gilpin's Wharf, or to JOSEPH RIDDLE, & Co. Sept. 7. d
Freight Wanted,
For the Schoop JENNEY, to any northern port on the continent, Rufus Jamieson, master, burthen about 600 bds. Apply to John G. Ladd. Sept. 7. d
For Freight or Charter,
The SHIP Fair American, Capt. STOVER, about two years old, burthen 217 tons. Apply to Janney & Paton. Who have received and for sale on board said vessel, 160 tons Plaister of Paris. Sept. 3. d
The Ship United States,
Capt. FINLEY, A constant Trader, arrived at Liverpool on the 9th of July, after a passage of twenty six days, we expect her to arrive here in all this month, and are desirous of engaging some FREIGHT, so as not to detain her long in port. For Freight or Passage be pleased to apply to Ricketts, Newton & Co. Sept. 2. d
For Freight or Charter,
The BRIG JOANNA, Moses Wells, Master; burthen about 1,100 barrels Is a good, staunch vessel and sails well. Apply to the master on board, or to Nathaniel Wattles & Co. Who have for sale, Sugar in hhds. and bds. Rum in hhds. Molasses in do. Georgia upland Cotton in bales. August 15. d
For FREIGHT, (Coastways)
The Schooner SEA FLOWER, ELVY DOUGHTY, Master; burthen 500 barrels, now lying at the upper side of Prince street wharf. Apply to the master on board, or to Daniel M'Clean. Who has for sale, Peach Brandy of an excellent quality, soap and candles, mess and prime pork, Philadelphia hoop and bar iron, nail rods and foal leather. August 23. d
For Freight or Charter,
The Schooner RESOLUTION, (a staunch excellent vessel,) Job Simmons, Master, burthen about 1000 barrels, now unloading at the City of Washington, and will in a few days be here ready to receive a cargo on reasonable terms. Please apply to the master on board, or to John G. Ladd. Sept. 5. d
For Sale,
THE SLOOP DIANA, A good tight vessel, carries 3000 bushels, or 600 barrels flour.
Also,
THE SCH'R LEBEO, burthen Five Hundred barrels. Both vessels are lying at our wharf, and will be sold on low terms. We have received by the sloop Diana, 60 hhds. Guadalupe clayed Sugars of good quality, And have on hand, Jamaica Spirits, Windward Rum, Muscovado Sugars, first and second qualities, Pork, Whiskey, &c. &c. all which will be sold at reasonable prices. JOHN & THOS. VOWELL. Sept. 8. d
Freight Wanted.
THE SCH'R REBECCA will take from five to six hundred barrels freight, for any island in the West Indies. For terms apply at Hewes and Miller's Counting-Room. September 5. d
Board and Lodging.
A few Gentlemen can be well accommodated with Board and Lodging, by Leonard Adams, corner of Water and King Streets. Sept. 7. e03t
Just Received and for sale by the Subscriber,
36 Pipes Holland Gin, of the best quality and flavor, A quantity of Sole Leather, 100 Cheeses, A few bales India Cottons, 10 hhds Muscovado Sugar, Beef and Pork, Coarse Salt, &c. J. G. LADD. September 7.
Supposed to be stolen
FROM the subscribers shop on Friday last, a small GOLD WATCH, makers name believed to be Vauchez, a Paris, on the Dial, and also on the inside—has an outside fancy case now in his possession.—Any person giving information, so that said watch may be recovered, and if stolen, that the thief may be prosecuted, will be rewarded if required. Those who have borrowed watches will please return them directly. WILLIAM F. GIRD, Clock & Watch Maker, King Street. Sept. 5. 3 1/2
J. and J. H. TUCKER,
HAVE FOR SALE, 3000 bushels coarse SALT, 20 qr. casks Malaga Wine, 30 bds. prime Herrings, 10 hhds. 1st and 2d quality Sugar, 30 bds. do. do. and GROCERIES as usual. Sept. 6. 22W3W
Fifteen Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber, near Slate Run Church, in Prince William county, in the night of the 30th ultimo, a tall negro man, by the name of DAVIE, rather of a black complexion, long faced, full eyes, long feet, with large ankle bones, full in the hollow of his feet, and had on and took with him, when he went away, a country striped cloth round about, one calico do. and a snuff coloured cloth coat, with sundry other coarse clothing. The above reward will be paid for securing him in any jail so that I get him, and reasonable charges paid in addition, if brought home. John Jackson. August 9. 12W5T

The hopeful youth. A man who saw his son, quite handy, Toss off a glass of strong French Brandy; Neddy, cried he, ah don't do so For liquor is our greatest foe. But we are taught to love our foes, Quoth Ned, so father, here it goes.
Douglass & Mandeville, Corner of King & Water Streets, Offer for Sale on the most reduced prices, 1st 2d 3d quality Muscovado Sugar in hhds. and bbls.
Loaf and Lump Sugar in bbls. Young Hyson } TEAS. and } Souchoong } Malaga Wine in qr. casks, Fresh bloom Raisins in boxes, Best green Coffee in bags, Chocolate in boxes, of a superior quality,
Mould Candles in boxes, Dipped do. in do. 2d and 3d proof West India Rum, n hhds.
Molasses in hhds. Shad and Herrings in bbls. Rice in tierces, New England Rum in bbls. Whiskey in bbls. and tierces, Rhode Island Cheese of an excellent quality,
Wrapping Paper, St. Ubes, Lisbon, Ground Allum, & } Salt in sacks and in bulk. Blown }
190 tons Plaster, laying convenient for water carriage.
They continue to keep on hand a supply of choice fresh FLOUR, for the use of such families as may favour them with their custom.
Sept. 7. d3t 2aw1w Just Received and for sale by the Subscriber,
100 Barrels of Beef and Pork of an excellent quality, 20 boxes of Soap, 10 do. Mould Candles.
KENNETH MATHESON. Sept. 7. d1m
FLAX SEED. The highest price given for Flax Seed.
A. Smith & Son. (a 5 d)
For Sale, A handsome FARM,
Three miles from Alexandria, partly lying on the main road that leads to Colchester, containing one hundred and twenty five acres, handsomely improved, and pleasantly situated; on the premises are a neat dwelling house, a kitchen adjoining, dairy, an excellent well of water, and a barn 60 feet long, together with a general collection of choice fruit trees. The situation as a country seat is well adapted for the residence of any person who may buy it, and will be sold on moderate terms by the proprietor.
THOS. RICHARDS. Sept. 5. d
Fifteen Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber, about the 20th day of July last, a Negro boy called SAM, about 18 years of age, 5 feet 4 or 6 inches high, tolerably stout made, with a scar on his upper lip, not quite cured when he left home. I suspect he has obtained a pass, and will endeavor to pass for a freeman. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver him to me, living within two miles of the Falls Church, Fairfax county, Virginia, or Ten Dollars, if secured in any jail so that I get him again.
C. F. Whiting. Sept. 2. d
Cotton & Stewart, Have received a considerable addition to their former stock of BOOKS & STATIONARY.
ALSO, 500 pieces of PAPER HANGINGS of the most modern patterns—now opening and for sale at their Book Store, Royal-Street, Alexandria; where country merchants and others may be supplied with every article in their line on the most moderate terms.
August 19. d Cash given for clean linen and cotton rags.
FROM THE BALANCE.
No. 1. A comparative view of the disadvantages and benefits, which would probably accrue to the United States, from an enlargement of their territorial limits by the purchase of either LOUISIANA or THE FLORIDAS.
LOUISIANA is a vast tract of land, West of the Mississippi; and is bounded East by that river, South by the gulph of Mexico, West by New Mexico; and to the North it stretches to an indefinite extent, as its boundaries in that direction are unknown. Mr. Livingston's memorial describes it to be an insalubrious marshy country, in a burning climate. This description is supposed, however, to have a particular reference to the Southern parts of Louisiana; which are exposed to the heat of an intensely scorching sun, and are so marshy and unhealthy, especially at & near the gulph of Mexico, as to be uninhabitable. Opposite to the Natchez (a district belonging to the United States, and lying at the distance of about three hundred and fifty miles from the mouth of the Mississippi) the soil of Louisiana is declared to be fertile, and its climate pleasant and salubrious. In the narrative of Capt. Isaac Stewart, who, led captive by the Indians, had traversed that wilderness, the air is represented to be pure and serene, the climate healthy, and the soil exceeding rich, on the banks of the river Mississippi; which empties into the Mississippi, one hundred and ninety five miles above the mouth of the Ohio, and eleven hundred and sixty miles North of the gulph of Mexico.
Louisiana is mostly a forest: the greater part of its white inhabitants are Roman catholics, of French and Spanish extraction; but neither their number, nor that of the negroes whom they hold in bondage, is known. The metropolis of Louisiana is New Orleans, which is situated on the East bank of the Mississippi, one hundred and five miles from its mouth.
"The Floridas (according to Mr. Livingston's description) are a narrow strip of barren land." Lying East of the Mississippi, they extend in length about one thousand miles; and in no part are more than a hundred and fifty miles wide. They are situated South of Georgia; and are bounded by that State, by the Atlantic Ocean and by the gulph of Mexico; and Westerly they border on the Mississippi, from its mouth to the Georgia line. The principal town in West Florida is Pensacola; in East Florida, St. Augustine. The inhabitants are masters and slaves.
The river Mississippi, together with its Eastern branches, (as Doctor Morse says, in his Universal Geography,) waters five-eighths of the United States. That noble river being the only road to market for a vast and fertile country, whose inhabitants are rapidly increasing; its free navigation is of primary importance to this nation: and almost equally important and necessary is it that the people of the States, passing down the river, should have some convenient and established place where to unlade and deposit their cargoes. In the year 1796, Spain, by a solemn treaty, stipulated that New Orleans should be open and free for the people of the United States, as a place of deposit. In 1802, Louisiana was ceded by Spain to France; and the Spaniards, after this cession, and while still holding possession of New Orleans, denied to the people of the States the privileges of deposit, which they had sacredly pledged. The treaty having been thus violated, on the part of Spain, many thought the national honour required that the perfidy and insult should be resented and punished; and that New Orleans ought to be wrested from the hands of its perfidious possessors. The administration pursued an opposite course. Mr. Monroe, furnished with two millions of dollars, was dispatched to France to open a negotiation. Previous to his arrival, Mr. Livingston, resident in France, favoured by a most fortunate concurrence of circumstances, had already presented his memorial to the first consul, and was negotiating for the purchase of Louisiana; which purchase was finally made, for the sum (if we have it correct) of fifteen million and about a quarter of a million of dollars. Report says, that Mr. Monroe has repaired to Madrid, to negotiate with the Spaniards an exchange of Louisiana, or some part of it for the Floridas.
This is a concise history of the subject; and in this authentic shape it comes
before the public. It is a subject of vast importance, and applies to the interest and bosom of the whole nation. In the ensuing discussion, it shall be canvassed coolly and candidly, on the grounds of its own merits, and without any irritating appeals to party feelings. Should the writer's remarks prove incorrect, or his arguments be found to be inconclusive, he will readily acknowledge his obligations to any one, who, in a decent manner, shall point out the errors of his principles or the fallacies of his reasonings: If on the other hand, his observations and arguments shall be correct and weighty, it is hoped that even those of the opposite party, who makes truth the object of their enquiries, will not fastidiously reject them; but that they will give them their due weight, tho' they are offered into public view from a federal press.
CALCULATOR.
[We recommend to the marked attention of the reader the parallel which Mentor has so concisely and yet so clearly drawn between the national justice and faith of England and France, as far as respects their transactions with our citizens and government. Of the immense amount of the St. Domingo bills, which the first consul has seen proper to protest, with the greatest reflection upon the drawers and possessors, we had no conception. The mode which Mentor points out for redress, is perhaps the only one which can promise the least success, and it is to be hoped will be adopted by the sufferers.] Balt. Fed. Gaz.
I AM much pleased to find that our commissioners in London have completed the object of their mission, with honor to themselves and so much to the satisfaction of those whose claims were the subject of their consideration. How truly just and worthy of praise has been the conduct of the American and British governments on this occasion: to settle by cool and deliberate investigation the claims of individuals of each country, and when established to discharge them with good faith and integrity.
With such an immense navy as Great Britain possesses, commanded by men of various descriptions and habits, and spread all over the globe, without the view and almost beyond the controul of their government, it is no matter of astonishment if some needy and unprincipled men should sometimes be employed, and commit acts of unjustifiable depredations on others; but it is certainly just and honorable if the government make reparation for these injuries when they are known and established. Let us contrast this conduct of the British with that of the French government, and how different is the treatment that we have received from the latter!
The French not only treated our ambassadors with contempt, but refused to enter into any treaty unless all claims for spoliation were abandoned; and after inviting our citizens, in a time of peace, to furnish their army and navy with provisions (then in danger of starving) they have protested the bills of their commanders, under the impudent pretence of receiving no value (and which general Rochambeau has the spirit to call a direct lie) and now leave us to seek for payment, God knows when, or where, of a debt thus incurred, to the amount of not less than eight or ten millions of dols. Such conduct is the most shameful robbery that can well be imagined, and would justify our government in withholding the payment for the purchase of Louisiana, or of committing any act of retaliation to offend the great consul to do us justice. Let it be remembered that this is the act of the government itself, and admits of no palliation. If the holders of these bills are attentive to their own interest, they ought to come forward in a body, and make such a representation as congress cannot, and will not refuse to interfere in their behalf. Yet a subject so injurious to our citizens, so disgraceful to public faith, is passed in silence by our patriotic printers, while if a sailor happens to be pressed by a British ship of war (th' nine times in ten he will prove to be an Irish or Englishman) the democratic outcry commences at Philadelphia, & is re-echoed all over the continent, abusing the tyranny, as they term it, and the power of the British navy.
The good sense of all native Americans will, I hope, lead them to consider this subject with temper, moderation and impartiality: We ought to be no partizans, in the present controversy between France and England; but seriously and firmly support the conduct that prudence dictates.
We have specimens of the national faith and justice of both countries—the British may in some cases, and no doubt do abuse the power they have at sea, and it is not in the power of their government to prevent it—but I believe it will not be denied that the French do not less abuse the power they have on land; the government of the former has, and it is fair to presume will again make reparation, where injury is committed by their officers in the most distant parts of the world—The latter without blushing, openly violate their engagements, rob our merchants, and treat us with marked contempt. It is impossible to establish a balance of power at sea. The trident must be wielded by some power or other; if it is taken from the British, it will necessary fall into the hands of the French; and America, as well as the neutral powers of Europe, would do well to consider, before it be too late, whether it is probable from the specimens the first consul has already given, that he will wield it with more justice and moderation than is now exercised by the British government.
MENTOR.
SEVEN RULES OF HEALTH.
From the Latin of Frederick Hoffman, a German Physician, who died in 1742, aged 82; with a learned comment, addressed to Mrs. P. B. and adopted to her particular situation and humor.
BY SHE KNOWS WHOM.
1st RULE. Avoid all excesses, because it is against nature.—COMMENT. You must not eat, drink, sleep or exercise, too much: and not only so, but no object either of passion or taste should carry you beyond what your strength and spirits are proportioned to bear. These are excesses, which always weaken, and, if continued, are sure to destroy.
2d RULE. Do not depart suddenly from what you have been accustomed to, because custom is second nature.—COMMENT. For instance, you, Mrs. P. B. have long been accustomed to contradict, to lecture, to rate your very good friend and humble servant; sometimes with, but oftner without reason. No matter: the evacuation has done you good: I have seen you grow better upon it: it will therefore be for your health not to leave it off suddenly, but by degrees.
3d RULE. Be cheerful and tranquil, because this is the surest means of health and long life.—COMMENT. To be cheerful—Don't look upon the dark side of the thing: don't extract only the melancholy, which will ever be one ingredient in all human affairs; don't forbode evils that never may happen, and be prepared to bare with reasonable patience those which assuredly will. To be tranquil—Suffer none of your passions to grow inordinate; let not your heart be torn with anger, envy and malice, &c. be not corroded with little splenetic frettings and vexations: nay, keep even the kind and amiable affections within due restraint; for these, by being suffered to indulge and riot at large, will acquire a violence, an impetuosity, and unruliness, which may serve for the ground work of much future tribulation.
4th RULE. Affect a pure and temperate air. COMMENT. I would add, and as often as you can, change your air; a change of air, even for the worse, has been found to produce goods effects upon invalids: to say nothing of the exercise, and benefits therefrom.
5th RULE. Adapt your aliments to your temperament, and let them be such as dissolve and pass easily. COMMENT. This must be ascertained by observation and experience of your own; books and physicians can do nothing here.
6th RULE. Observe a proportion between your aliments and your exercise.—COMMENT. I would rather say, proportion your exercise to your strength and spirits, and your aliments to the appetite this exercise shall give you: and (let me add) have a special regard to the temperature of the air, at the time of your using it; for I am by no means with those who think, that exercise in all kinds of weather is equally salubrious.
7th RULE. Avoid physic and physicians if you would be well. COMMENT. Does not this sound as if one was to say, "Avoid religion and priests, if you are desirous to be saved?" But whatever may be said for physic and physicians, you, I apprehend have no occasion for either. You complain of bowels as I do of nerves; but I do verily believe, that your bowels are sound and healthy. From some cause

or other, a defluxion has fallen upon them, which produces an uneasy, it may be a painful sensation; your great object is that this defluxion passes off as easily as may be. But you must not use purging physic, because that, as it does some violence to all nature, and would a great deal to yours, will infallibly weaken you, who are too weak already; and you must not be coercive. If you can find the mean, you will have done your duty to your bowels; and I hope and trust, that all your complaints will gradually wear away.
POST-SCRIPT. Your bilious ailment, if you mean any thing more by it than a propensity now & then to be cross and peevish, especially with you know whom, is another affair. This propensity which you call bilious, is mistaken by some for a sourness in the stomach: an acrimonious humor undoubtedly it is.
NEW-YORK, Sept. 6. Captain Maxwell, from Basseterre, informs us that the British have closely blockaded that port, and refuse entrance to all American vessels.
The brig Joseph, Tinker, from N. York for Martinique, has been ordered away by the British squadron which blockades the port. No American vessels are permitted to go in there.
Arrived, schrs. Dolphin, Baum, Eden ton, N. C. Penny, Elbridge, do. Experiment, Rock, Richmond; Phebe Ann, Smith, do. Little John, Maxwell, Basseterre; Cornelia, Sutherland, St. Thomas; Charlotte, Little, Martinique; William, Peck, do. Triton, Francis, St. Croix; Lively, Congdon, Porto Rico; Sally, Smith, Cayenne; sloops Mahala, Vantassel, Richmond; Nancy, Mason, Edenton, N. C.
Cleared, ship Uncle Toby, Swaine, Pacific Ocean, on a whaling voyage; Alknomac, Gore, Jamaica; brig Good Friends, Horn, Newfoundland; Harriet and Ann, Johnson, Barbadoes; schr. James Danel, Rice, Port Republican; Judith, Moser, Halifax; Sally, Story, do.
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 7. Arrived, ships Monticello, Davie, Calcutta; Abigail, Williams, Barcelona; Muskingum, Crandon, New Orleans; brig Le Commerce, (put in distress.) schr. Nancy, Lobdell, Boston.
Cleared, brig Good intent, Washington, St. Sebastians; schrs. Liberty, Williams, St. Kitts; Sally, Taylor, Bordeaux.
Ship Canton, Wills, from Amsterdam, is said to be below.
Yesterday arrived ship Monticello, captain Davie, 15 days from Calcutta; left there, brig Caravan, of and for Boston, to sail in 3 weeks; ship Minerva, for Boston, to sail in 10 days; ship President, of New York, heaving down; a brig belonging to Boston, a brig of Salem, and a ship just arrived from New York. The ship Manhattan, of New York for Batavia, sailed in co. with the Monticello.
Captain D. spoke July 6, lat. 34, 59, ship Minerva, capt. Ward from Sumatra for Salem, out 54 days, who said he left the ship Fanny, of Philadelphia there. July 7, lat. 34, spoke snow Pompey, capt. Gilchrist, of Salem, for Bordeaux, 64 days from Sumatra, and 32 from the Isle of France. Capt. G. left at the former place, the ship Eclipse of Philadelphia, and ship Harmony, Seton, of New York, both under seizure.
August 23, lat. 19, spoke brig Franklin, from Alexandria, for Antigua. Aug. 24, lat. 20, 40, spoke a schr. from New London, for St. Lucia, and on the 29th August, lat. 27, 59, spoke schr. Plato from Baltimore, for St. Domingo, out 10 days.
At Barbadoes, Aug. 2. Flour 15 dols. per bbl. corn 1 dol. 50 cts. per bushel, lumber 24 per M. provisions dull and produce high Martinique, Aug. 1. Flour 18 dols. fish 5, pork 22, beef 20, molasses 40 sous, brown sugar 45 to 50 livers, clayed 61 to 80.
For Sale, A healthy, stout, young Negro Woman. Enquire of the Printer. August 3. d
FOR SALE, Bills of Exchange on London. Wm. HODGSON. Sept. 2. d
Alexandria Advertiser.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9.
The trial of Mr. Croswell, Editor of the Balance, one of the best papers in the Union, is a matter of astonishment, all things considered; and becomes, more and more, a subject of the day.
This is not extraordinary, for the Judge who presided, was, on one point of law only, no less than four times astonished .
He was astonished at the application to put off the trial.
He was astonished about a witness whom the defendant offered to call in his behalf.
He was astonished at the reasons given for putting off the trial, and finally,
He was astonished that the application should be made at all.
These astonishments induced his honour to peremptorily refuse indulgence to the defendant—adding, "even if the witness, to prove the truth of the publication, was in court, I would not suffer him to be examined on the point."
After this we trust the Democrats will desist a little from their scurrilous abuse of Judge Chase. The astonished Judge Lewis, may surely sit a while for him upon their filthy columns. But hold, say they—he is one of us—he is he so? Then the case is altered, and we are not astonished at all .
When Juvenis came forward to expose illiberality, he should not have appeared with "unwashed hands."
He begins with recommending us to read Pope's Essay on Criticism. We had already done so—nay, we have seen the Dunciad.
Let us, however, look into the merit of his reproof, and see whether his lines are clear of the filth he complains of in ours. On this we "dogmatically say," that a production so fraught with invective—so foul in manners—and withal, so unlike the gentle delicacy "he charges us with lacking," has not often "tinged a fair sheet, or clapt the night mare on a groaning press."
But so it is—called upon we are to answer for unfavory words and want of skill; and mark the mode adopted. He charges us with a want of good breeding in such gentle strains as these—"palpable illiberality—misrepresentation—unmerited sarcasm—bitterness of 'satyric gall'—dogmatical stupidity—arrogance and brutality—conceited impudence"—and other neat turned epithets of a similar nature.
It reminds us of Falstaff's attack on the Prince, where the author has drawn his hero breathless with rapidity of abuse. To a child it might prove a lugubrious lallaby—to us it raises no other idea than bringing to recollection a certain old adage about a "pot and kettle"—the readers will guess at the allusion; and when they compare the language of "the Theatre" with the attack of Juvenis , they will draw their own inference: for we shall trifle with them no longer, on such a theme as this.
Policies are opened at Lloyd's Coffee House, London, for one guinea to return an hundred, if Bonaparte is alive 1 month after his arrival in England! The chance was thought far greater—many private persons offering the same bet upon a week!!!
The French are greatly distressed for money, the very sinews of war—without which the sons of equality, it seems, refuse to join their Corsican Chief in his aquatic excursion to Britain. He must, on this score, at any rate, be hard pushed—for he has offered an enormous premium for the discount of the purchase money, which is to be paid for Louisiana.
Information to those who trade with the Mississippi Territory.
By a law of the assembly of this state protested bills, drawn on any person within the jurisdiction of the U. S. but beyond that Territory bear damages of 15 per cent. If on any person within the territory, 10 per cent, and foreign bills 20 per cent. The law took effect on the 4th March 1803.
Extract of a letter from Savannah, Georgia, dated 23d Aug. 1803.
"This day at 12 o'clock a duel was fought by Samuel Howard and Joseph Welcher, Esqs. The subject of dispute arose in the City Council, of which they were both members. Howard was dan-
gerously wounded by being shot through the belly. He fell on the spot and was supposed to be dead, he has been brought to town, his wounds examined and it is expected will recover. George D. Sweeney was Howard's and George M. Thromp, Welcher's second The place of action was the Jews Burying Ground, where our friend Hunter gloriously but unfortunately fell. Alas poor fellow, cold is the grave in which he lies and green the turf that cover him.
AN OLD ANECDOTE.
Applicable to the present times.
In the reign of Francis the first, of France, there was a mighty talk of an invasion of Britain. The King summoned his chiefs in council to debate upon the mode of effecting this great enterprize. Various was the plans proposed, at length one was adopted. Almonel, the King's fool, who lye hid in a corner, started up, saying, "you may get there, master, but how are you to get back again."
PORT OF ALEXANDRIA.
ARRIVED, Schr. Rachel, Stephen St. Martins Mercury, Salem Sloop Little Rebecca, Norfolk CLEARED, Sloop Hiland, Hand Philadelphia
Died on Wednesday last Mr. DANIEL DOUGLASS, a worthy and respectable inhabitant of this Town.
This morning Mr. JOHN S. HARPER, junior.
For Charleston, S. Carolina, The SLOOP Little Rebecca, a complete, fast sailing vessel, will sail in five days. For Freight or Passage apply to capt. John Carr on board, or to
John G. Ladd.
Sept. 9. 4t
Postponement.
The sale of Wm. Hartshorne's Store on Col. Hooe's wharf is postponed for the present—any person desirous of buying it may know the terms by applying to him. If it should again be offered at public sale timely notice will be given.
Sept. 9. 3t
For Sale,
A few Shares of the Bank of Alexandria, if immediately applied for. Wm. GROVERMAN, Broker.
Who has received, Tickets of the New York Lottery, for the relief of poor Widows and Children. Highest prizes 10,000 dols. and 2 of 5,000 dols. to commence drawing on Tuesday next.
ALSO,
For the Encouragement of Literature, highest prizes, 25,000, 10,000, 2 of 5,000 dols. &c.
Sept. 9. eo3t
BELL & WRAY,
Respectfully inform the citizens of Alexandria, and the public in general, that they have received, and offer for Sale, at the house lately occupied by Dr. Hall, opposite Mr. Randolph Mott's Tavern, (formerly Mr. Heiskell's) a neat assortment of
DRY GOODS,
Suitable to the season, consisting of Cloths, Cassimereas, Marceilles, King and Queens Cords, Irish Linens, Platillas, Ticklenburgs, Hessians, Osnaburgs, Chintzes, Calicoes, Dimities, coloured & white Cambric, tamboured and lappet Muslins, Kid and Morocco Shoes, Court, York & High Heels, with a variety of other articles, too tedious to enumerate, which they are enabled to sell at the most reduced prices for cash or country produce.
Sept. 9. 2aw3m
Hay Market Races.
THE Hay Market Jockey Club will commence on the 3d day of October, being the first Monday in said month, and will continue three days: the first day four miles heats, the second day three mile heats, and the third two mile heats, free for any horse, mare or gelding, agreeably to the rules of the Frederickburg Jockey Club,
W. I. Washington,
Sept. 9. 1aw3w Sec'y.
Public Vendue.
St. MARTIN'S SUGAR.
THIS DAY, at half past 3 o'clock, Will be sold at Ramsay's wharf, 49 hogheads and 50 bls. First Quality St. Martin's Sugar.
The terms to be made known at the time of sale.
Thomas Patten,
Sept. 9. Auctioneer.
JUST ARRIVED,
And for sale on board the sch'r Mercury, lying at Hewes and Miller's wharf, 200 sides Soal Leather, 2 pipes real Holland Gin, 30 bolts Russia Duck, 1000 lbs. good Cheese, 45 boxes fresh Lisbon Lemons, A few bls. and tierces N. E. Rum, A few bales India Cottons, and A good assortment of Shoes, &c. Apply on board.
Sept. 9. eo3t
District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, ff. JUNE TERM, 1803.
Richard Prime, plaintiff, against, Nathaniel Durkee and Catharine his wife, Rebecca Allison, Jas. M. M'Rea, William M'Rea, Margaret M'Rea, Jno. M'Rea, Rob. M'Rea, Nancy Allison M'Rea, Henry Lyles M'Rea, and Allison M'Rea, heirs and devisees of Robert M'Rea, deceased, and Agnes M'Rea, and Robert M'Rea, surviving executors of Rob. M'Rea, deceased, and Samuel Crandle, Samuel Nicholls, administrators of Michael Thorn, dec'd, defendants,
The defendants Nathan Durkee and Catharine his wife, Rebecca Allison, William M'Rea, Margaret M'Rea, Robert M'Rea, Nancy Allison M'Rea, Henry Lyles M'Rea, Allison M'Rea and Agnes M'Rea, not having entered their appearance, and given security according to the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court, that they are not inhabitants of this district, on motion of the complainant by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of November next, and answer the plaintiff's bill, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the public newspapers published in the county, for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of the said county.
A copy, Test, G. DENEALE, S9 1aw2m Clerk.
District of Columbia, County of Alexandria, ff. JUNE TERM, 1803.
Robert Dicky and John Tom, complainants, against, Jacob Harman and Saml. Davis, bankrupts, late merchants and partners, under the firm of Harman and Davis, Wm. Hartshorne, jun. Rob. B. Jameson, and _____, executor of Wm. Mitchell, Elkanah Doolittle, Amos Allison, surviving partner of Alexander & Allison, Scott and Co. and Joseph Sackett, defendants,
The defendants Jacob Harman, Samuel Davis, William Hartshorne, jun. Elkanah Doolittle, Scott and Co. and Joseph Sackett, not having entered their appearance and given security according to the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that they are not inhabitants of this district, on motion of the said complainants, by their counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendants do appear here on the first day of November court next, and answer the plaintiffs' bill; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the public newspapers published in this county, for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the court house of the said county.
A copy, Test, G. DENEALE, S9 1aw2m Clerk.

Valuable Property for Sale.
In pursuance of a Decree of Alexandria county court, in the district of Columbia at the last June term; and the last will and testament of Leavi Hipkins, deceased,
Will be sold at Public Auction, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on Thursday the 22d day of September next, if fair, if not the next fair day, at the house of Francis Daniel, at the Little Falls, all the REAL ESTATE of the said Leavi Hipkins, to wit:
One undivided third part of 207 acres of LAND, in the said district, near the said Little Falls, upon which are Merchant Mills, with three pair of French Burr Mill Stones, and every necessary and convenient machinery for manufacturing flour to the best advantage; also a Brewery and Distillery, Miller's House, a Brewer and Distiller's House, and sundry other improvements. This property will be shown to any person who may incline to purchase it, by the said Francis Daniel, at any time before the day of sale.
A tract of LAND in Fairfax county, about three miles from the said Little Falls, containing 207 acres, upon which is a dwelling house, in which Mrs. Susan Wren lives, and sundry other improvements; about two thirds of this land are cleared, and the remainder in wood; it is good farming land. Mr. William Waters, who lives near it, will show this land to any person or persons who may incline to purchase it, at any time previous to the sale.
Mrs. Susan Wren, who was the widow of the said Lewis Hipkins, has a right of dower in the aforesaid property.
The Sale will commence at twelve o'clock.
Phil. R. Fendall, } Ex'ors. Robert Young, } Wm. Waters, } August 18. d
VALUABLE LANDS FOR SALE.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust executed by Henry Lee to the subscriber, for securing a debt due from said Henry Lee, to Wm. Ludwell Lee, deceased, the following tracts of Land will be Sold at public Auction, for ready money, at the times and places hereafter mentioned, that is to say:
One tract containing 2800 acres, called Hollins's Marsh, lying in the county of Westmoreland, adjoining the Stafford estate, and bordering on the Potomac river.
One other tract containing 500 acres lying in the county of Fairfax, at the mouth of Difficult run, on the west side thereof, and bounded by the Potomac river at the Great Falls.
One other tract containing 1600 acres, together with a moiety of a MILL, lying in Frederick county, where the said tract is called and known by the name of Buffaloe Marsh.
These tracts will be sold on the respective premises: The 1st on the 28th of September; the 2d on the 6th of October, and the 3d on the 13th of October next.
The above tracts will be laid off and sold in smaller parcels, if the title papers can be obtained in time to enable the subscriber to have them divided.
(Signed)
Bushrod Washington. August 10 d 13 O
Five Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber on the 1st of July last, a negro woman named B E C K ,
about 20 years of age, pretty lusty, of a yellowish complexion; supposed to be secreted by Henry Peake's negro man Ben, who has a numerous acquaintance in Alexandria, and may have conveyed her there.
Whoever takes up said negro and delivers her to me, (living on Occoquan, Davis's Ford, Prince Wm. County,) shall receive the above reward, and, if out of the county, reasonable expenses for bringing her home. It is supposed she is with child.
William Davis. August 27. eom
For Sale
AT THE VENDUE STORE, A few boxes Essence of Spruce, with directions how to make the Beer. THOS. PATTEN.
Public Sale.
On Wednesday the 12th of October, 1803, if fair, if not the next fair day, will be sold at public sale, to the highest bidder, at Raspberry Plain, the dwelling of the late Stephens T. Mason, Esq.
SUNDRY SLAVES.
consisting of likely and valuable Men, Women and Children, sundry Horses, Cattle, Mules and Asses. The terms of sale will be; for all sums over ten dollars nine months credit will be given upon the Purchaser's giving bond and approved security: for all sums under ten dollars, in the whole by one purchaser the cash must be paid. Any claim against the late S. T. Mason previously shown to and admitted by the Executor as just, will be received in payment for articles so bid for and in the things purchased a proper discount made from the sum bid to make the payment equal to Cash.
JOHN T. MASON, Executor of S. T. MASON.
ALL persons having any claims against the late Stephens T. Mason, Esq. are desired to bring them in to the subscriber living in George Town, to Major Armstead Long, living in Leesburg, to Armstead T. Mason the son of the deceased, residing at his late dwelling, or to Abraham B. T. Mason, living in Loudoun County, properly and legally authenticated, that measures may be taken for the adjustment thereof.
The subscriber will sell one thousand acres of land situate near Little River in Loudoun County, it being the land lately purchased by the deceased S. T. Mason of James Mercer's representatives; the land is of good quality, more than two thirds of it uncleared and heavily timbered. The terms will be made to suit purchasers, and claims against the deceased's property authenticated and admitted to be just will be received in payment by JOHN T. MASON, Ex. of S. T. Mason.
Sept. 5. eom
Valuable Property for Sale.
In pursuance of a Decree of the United States of the District of Columbia, at the last term, held for the county of Alexandria, will be sold at public auction, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on the 24th inst. on the premises,
Two unimproved Lots, or parcels of ground subject to a rent of £. 13 : 6 : 0 per annum, situate, lying, and being on the west side of Water street, and south side of Franklin street, in the town of Alexandria.
The sale to commence at 3 o'clock in the afternoon.
Sam. Craig, } Com'rs. Elisha Janney, } P. G. Marshall, } Sept. 3. 23W 3W
Frederick Kemmelmyer, LIMNER,
Respectfully informs the public that he has opened a Drawing School next door to Col. Hooe's, (Water street,) where he will instruct young Ladies and Gentlemen in drawing and painting in Water Colours and Crayons every day in the week, except Saturday. Hours of attendance for young Ladies from twelve to one, and gentlemen from 6 to 7 o'clock in the forenoon.
He also,
Professes Portrait Painting in Oil and Crayons, and all other branches belonging to the art of painting except house painting.
Likewise,
Guilts looking glasses and picture frames in the best and neatest manner possible. August 31. eo
A Situation Wanted.
A complete BOOK-KEEPER, capable of adjusting any kind of accounts in the Mercantile or any other Department; wishes a situation by the year, month, or week. His terms will be reasonable. If a clerkship does not offer, he would have no objection to go in the country as Tutor in a private family of respectability, (only) where he will teach a regular course of English education, geography, use of globes, maps, &c. He can produce unexceptionable recommendations. A line addressed to A. B. at the Printing Office of the Advertiser, will be duly attended to. August 29. eo
NEW PUBLICATIONS,
FOR SALE BY
ROBERT & JOHN GRAY,
Booksellers & Stationers,
KING STREET.
THE Friend of Women: translated from the French of Bourdier de Villemet, by Alexander Morrice, price one dollar.
The Marriage Promise: a Comedy in five acts, as performed at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, by John Till Allingham, 25 cents.
Domestic Encyclopedia, vol. 2nd. price to subscribers 2 dols. 50 cents per vol. in boards.
Public Characters, or Cotemporary Biography: containing Memoirs of thirty six of the most conspicuous characters of the present age. Price 2 dol. 25 cents in boards, 2 dol. 50 cents bound.
Travels in Upper and Lower Egypt, during the campaigns of Gen. Bonaparte, in that country, and published under his immediate patronage, by Vivant Denon, translated from the French—to which is prefixed an historical account of the invasion of Egypt by the French, by Arthur Akin, embellished with numerous engravings, 2 vols. 8vo. Price 4 dols. 50 cents in boards, or 5 dols. bound.
Roscoe's Life of Lorenzo de Medici, 3 vols. boards. Price 6 dols. 75 cents.
John Bull; or an Englishman's Fire Side, a new and celebrated Comedy, in five acts, by George Coleman, the younger. Price 25 cents.
August 12. eo
Just Received,
10 chests Bohea, } TEAS 8 do. Souchong } of late importations and excellent quality.
Apply next door below Col. Gilpin's, in King street, to
John Potts.
Sept. 1. d3t 23W
Little River Turnpike Company.
THE Stockholders are called upon to make another payment of Ten per cent. upon each share by them held. Some of the subscribers having been remiss in making their payments, renders this call at present necessary—measures will be immediately taken to compel those who are now in arrear, to pay up their balances. Payments are to be made to the subscriber, at this place, who is authorised to receive the same.
By order of the President and Directors.
William Harthorne,
Treasurer.
Alexandria, 9th Mo. 3d. eom
Notice.
Having sustained much damage as well as inconvenience, from the practice of persons hunting and fowling without license, on my enclosed lands in the vicinity of Alexandria, I am constrained thus publicly to notify, that all future trespasses of that nature, will be submitted to the cognizance of the law.
Ch. Alexander, jun.
August 26. eo
Ten Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the plantation of Lawrence Lewis, Esq. Fairfax county, on Friday the 19th inst. a Negro man named PETER:
He is about 22 years of age, 5 feet 8 or 10 inches high, rather slender made, very dark complexion; has a large scar on one of his legs, occasioned by the cut of a scythe last harvest, the wound not perfectly cured: his clothes not recollected, but believe nothing more than a common Negro cotton jacket and trousers. He was seen in Alexandria last Saturday, and it is supposed he is now in that place. All masters of vessels and others are cautioned against harboring or carrying off said fellow at their peril. The above reward will be given for securing him in any jail so that I get him again, or upon delivering him to the subscriber, with all reasonable charges paid.
Roger Farrell, Manager.
August 24. eo
A Warehouse to Let.
I will rent my Warehouse, situate on King street, adjoining the mansion house in which I live, opposite Mr. J. Kincaid's. Possession may be had immediately. It is very convenient for a Grocery store, or a Flour Merchant. For terms apply to P. MARSTELLER. June 2. eo
For Sale, by
ROBERT & JOHN GRAY,
WHEATON'S
GENUINE PATENT JAUNDICE
BITTERS,
A MEDICINE extremely useful when Jaundicy and Bilious Complaints are so prevalent among the citizens of America and the West Indies. They are a useful and efficacious Medicine for curing Jaundicy and Bilious disorders, and removing that sinking, faint, distressed feeling at the stomach, difficulty of breathing, loss of appetite, and sleepy, dull heaviness in the forepart of the day, weakness and trembling of the limbs, dizziness of the head, and yellowness of countenance, complaints so common to jaundicy and bilious people.
Also removing constipation of the bowels, obstructions of urine, cholicky complaints, pukings and purgings, indigestion, sick head ache, rheumatic complaints, &c. (which arise from a collection of sour, bilious matter in the stomach) and at length restoring the constitution to strength and vigor.
They are also found very useful to carry off worms, and cure rickety children, and may be used with safety in all constitutions, ages and sexes.
The many cures that have been effected in New England, by the above medicine, (as may be seen in the bills) prevent the necessity of further recommendation.
LIKewise,
Wheaton's Patent Itch Ointment.
The only medicine in the world which will certainly cure the ITCH, without having in it any thing either dangerous or disagreeable; it being composed mostly of ingredients never before discovered or used in that disorder. One box cures a person, and there need be no waiting after the use of it, as the skin is generally left cleaner and smoother after the use of it than before.
August 2. 23W 6m
A VALUABLE MILL FOR SALE.
THE subscriber wishes to sell his MILL, known by the name of Clifton Mill, within two and an half miles of Dumfries, on the waters of Quantico, which is as constant a stream as any in this part of the country, and in an exceedingly healthy situation; very conveniently situated to a fine wheat country, not being more than half a mile out of the way, in going to Dumfries, from the main road leading from Frequent Court-house, Centerville &c. (and by some thought not any out of the way at all) and a very good road to it. There are, if the purchaser chooses, 227 1/2 acres of land, which may go with mill, (except one acre which will be reserved) or a smaller quantity as may be agreed on. The mill is an over-flush, with a wheel of 20 feet 9 inches and 4 feet head, with two pair of Stones. One pair of French burrs of 5 feet, the other of Cologne, with every apparatus necessary for carrying on merchant business to the best advantage. The mill house is fifty feet long and twenty seven feet wide, two stories high, with a small kiln for drying corn, together with barn, stable, cow house and lumber house, convenient to the mill. A convenient dwelling house, (not quite finished) with a kitchen, meat and corn house; the whole of which have been built within 7 years past. There are two very thriving young orchards of peach and other fruit trees. It was supposed, had not the frost killed the fruit this spring, upwards of 100 gallons of brandy might have been made from them. Should the whole of the land be required with the mill, there is another small house, kitchen and meat house, at a short distance from the former.
The situation of this property must render it a desirable acquisition to any person inclined to engage in this line of business, particularly so as it is situated so near tide water. It is deemed unnecessary to say any thing more respecting the premises, as it is presumed any person inclined to purchase would wish to see them. Nothing would induce me to part with this valuable property, but the pressing demands against me which I am anxious to discharge, therefore a great bargain may be expected. Any further information may be known on application to,
JOHN SOWDEN, Clifton Mill.
Dumfries June 28. 23W
For SALE, or RENT,
THE STORE I have occupied for sometime past, situated on Prince street, opposite Col. Hooe's. There is on stand in town more eligible or better calculated for carrying on an extensive wet or dry Good Business. The Cellar perfectly dry, with a door at each end, will hold one thousand barrels of Flour. Twenty-five hundred barrels may be stowed upon the Premises without any inconvenience to the occupant. For terms apply to
WILLIAM GXLBY.
December 7. eo
PRINTED DAILY BY S. SNOWDEN.