Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1804-01-12 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. IV.]
THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 1804.
[No. 959.
Public Vendue.
On FRIDAY , At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, Rum in hogheads and barrels. French Brandy in pipes, Gin in pipes and bds. Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bds. Sugar in hds. tierces and bds. Coffee in tierces and bags, Chocolate White and brown Soap } in boxes, Mould and dip'd Candles } Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queens Ware in crates.
FURNITURE, &c.
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS , Among which are,
Cloths, Coatings, Kerseymeres, Duffils, Plains and Kerseys, Negro Cottons, Serges, Elastics, blue Friezes, Calimancoes and Ruffles, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Osanburgs and Ticklenburgs, Mullins and Muslin Hand'fs, India Mullins and Table Cloths Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Coloured Threads, Hats, And sundry other Articles. P. G. MARSTELLER.
January 9.
Sales by Auction.
On SATURDAY , 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, Queen's Ware, and
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS,
—AMONG WHICH ARE— Broad Cloths, Irish Linens, Caffimeres, Calicoes, Kerseys, Threads, Coatings, Chintzes, Halfthicks, Bedticks, Fears-aught, Oznaburgs, Blankets, Sewing Silks, Planes, Muslin and Muslin Negro Cottons, Handkerchiefs, Worsted and other India Cottons, &c Stockings, &c.
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
January 9.
Tunis Craven,
Has just received and is now opening at his store in King-Street a few doors above Messrs. Bennett and Watt's, a handsome assortment of  Fall and Winter Goods,
Consisting of superfine broad cloths, and cal- meres, coating, forest cloth, kersey, and half- thick, striped and rose blankets, friezes, flannels, toilet and swansdowns, Russia sheeting, ravens duck, dowlas, creas and ticklenburgs, brown and white platillas, Irish linen, long lawn and fine cotton shirting, an elegant assortment of cambric mullins, white and coloured fine India mull, mull and prigg do. fashionable chintz and calicoes, tur- niture do. ladies extra long cotton gloves, French and English silk picknick, & lace do. 6.4 fatin stripe and fancy bordered cambric shawls, white and coloured camel's hair do. patent sewing cotton threads, laces, bobbin, &c. &c. The above goods will be disposed of on the usual terms for cash.
Nov. 21. d
WILLIAM OXLEY
Has received by the Ann from Liverpool and Atlanta, 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
Nov. 30. JOSEPH RIDDLE. d.f.
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.
O.S. 15. d
JUST RECEIVED,
First quality Bloom and Muscatel Raisins by the box, Prunes by the box, Olives by the box, Grapes by the jar or smaller quantity, Sweet Oranges, and A general assortment of Groceries, &c. T. SIMMS.
Just Received,
Muscatel and Bloom Raisins by the box, Fresh Prunes, English Grapes by the jar or pound, Olives just from Malaga, English Walnuts and Figs, Large Oranges, Limes and Lemons, R. I. Apples by the barrel, Do. Cheese, Potatoes, Cranberries, Onions, and best dried Codfish for family use. A. WILLIS.
Dec. 13. 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.
Dec. 2. 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. 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
JONAH THOMPSON & SON
HAVE RECEIVED,
By the late arrivals, their assortment of  FALL GOODS, which are now opening at their Warehouse the up- per end of Fairfax Street.
Oct. 26. d
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 or State.
In which every charge or insinuation against him in that libel is fully and clearly refuted. Jan. 3. d
FOR RENT,
That Large & Convenient  THREE STORY BRICK HOUSE, near the Treasury Office, at present occupied by William Rhodes, as a
TAVERN;
The stand as such, is so well known, that it is deemed unnecessary to give any further description of it—immediate possession will be given, and terms made known, by applying near the George- town College.
MARY ANN FENWICK.
George Town, Jan. 7, 1804. law3w
RICKETTS, NEWTON & Co.
HAVE RETURNED TO TOWN, And are now opening, and will be ready for sale in a few days,
Their Fall supply of Goods:
Consisting of superfine cloths, second do. coat- ings, fearnoughts, duffil blankets, point and roll do. striped kerseys, plaids, half thick, cadders, kerseymeres, swansdowns, velvets, corduroys and thicksets, Scotch carpeting, Brussels do. Ruffs and corded dimities, canvas and twine, German linens, seine and sewing twine, threads and sewing silks.
And have on Hand,
70 hds. Sugar, 4 do. Jamaica Rum, 12000 lbs. Green Coffee, 2000 bushels Salt. Oct. 26. d
TOWNSEND & PLUMB
Respectfully inform the public that they have just received and opened for sale, on Fairfax Street, near the corner of Prince Street, a handsome as- sortment of Ladies and Gentlemen's
SHOES:
Ladies' kid, Morocco and leather, with and without heels. Spangled kid, with and without heels. Misses' Morocco and leather. Mens' fine and coarse Shoes. Boys' do. do. Childrens' Morocco and leather, with a num- ber of other kinds of shoes wholesale and retail. Great attention will be paid to those who will please to favour them with their custom. Oct. 29. d3m
Malaga Wine, Raisins, &c.
Just received, per the brig Celia, Capt. Bowen, from Malaga, 100 quarter casks Malaga Wine, 100 half qr. do. 20 qr. casks Mountain Wine of a superior quality, 50 baskets Almonds, 100 trails Figs, 150 quarter bds. Raisins, 200 boxes Muscatel 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, Mulcavado Sugar in tierces and bds. superior old Port Wine, do. Madeira do. Turks Island Salt, mould Candles, 40 bds. prime new Beef, Russia Duck, white Russia Sheetings, Drillings, Raven- duck, &c. &c. Dec. 9. 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 Pucat 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 sea 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, Middlings 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 Munceffer's, for sale.
A number of LOTS in good situations for sale or to let on ground rent. Alex. 12th mo. 20th. east
Printing in all its variety exe- cuted at this office.
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 Sale or Charter,
The Schooner Patience, 107 tons burthen, sixteen months old, sails fast and is in fine order to re- ceive a cargo. For terms apply on board at Herber's wharf, or to Ricketts, Newton & Co. Dec. 10. d
For BOSTON,
The Schooner POLLY, JOSHUA BANGS, Master, Will sail in five days. For freight or passage apply to the master on board at Lawrason and Smoot's wharf, or to JOHN G. LADD. December 17. d
Just Received and for Sale by
JOSIAH FAXON, & Co.
THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES, VIZ:
6 pipes Cogniac 4th proof Brandy, 8 puncheons N. E. Rum, 8 barrels do. 100 boxes Mould Candles, 40 do. dipp'd, 30 boxes Bown Soap, 49 bds. No. 1 & 2 Boston Pork, 30 bds. No. 1 & 2 Beef, 26 bds. Nova Scotia Herring, 200 nets Sugar Boxes, 3 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. 7. eozw
BENJAMIN SHREVE, jun.
Has just received and for Sale, 40 barrels No. 1 Beef, 4 pipes Cogniac Brandy, 45 bags Pepper, 6 boxes womens' Morocco Shoes, And a handsome assortment of India GOODS. Dec. 27. 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 has an impediment in his speech which prevents his readily replying to a question. He commonly wears ear-rings. He took with him a variety of good clothing, a description of which is unneces- sary, as it is probable he has changed them. He has been frequently seen about town since he ab- scended, 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
For Sale,
Ten acres of LAND in Fee Simple, on the hill near Col. Payton's—also a small house and lot on Washington street, between King and Prince streets.
THO'S PATTEN.
January 3, 1804. 2w8r

Dancing Assemblies. The Alexandria Dancing Assemblies will commence on Thursday the 12th day of January, 1804, at Gadby's Hotel. Subscribers are requested to pay their Subscriptions to Mr. Gadby, Treasurer. The Managers. January 2, 1804.
Notice is hereby Given, THAT an ELECTION for Fifteen Directors of the Marine Insurance Company of Alexandria, will be held at the Court House in Alexandria, on Monday the 16th day of January next. By Order. J. B. Nickolls, Sec'y. Mr. A. Davis, at Richmond, and Mr. T. Green, Fredericksburg, will please publish the foregoing in their papers until the day of the Election. Dec. 22.
NOTA BENE. No transfers of Stock will be received for the three days next preceding the day of election. Jan. 10.  Madeira Wine. 16 pipes London particular Wine, 2 qr. casks do. do. Received per Rob't Ploughby, via Norfolk, for sale on a liberal credit by J. and T. Vowell. Jan. 6.
TO RENT, A three story brick WAREHOUSE, situate at the lower end of King Street. Enquire of the Printer. Dec. 22.  Just Received from R. Island, Fresh Apples in bks. And Cyder and Cheese. A. WILLIS. Jan. 2.
Morocco Leather. One case very handsome Black Morocco Leather, for sale by Benjamin Shreve, jun. Jan. 10.  FOR SALE, A young Negro Woman, with one child about 8 months old. The woman is an excellent seamstress, and well acquainted with the various duties of a female house servant. For terms apply to Mr. Joshua Riddle. Jan. 10.
The Executors Of Mr. William Triplett, deceased, have an anxious wish to settle the estate accounts with the Court as soon as possible, they hereby give notice to the legatees, and others having unliquidated accounts, that they bring them forward for settlement, on or before the 15th instant. The legatees are requested particularly to attend to this notice, as the executors cannot proceed to make the dividend of such part or parts of the estate, as has come to their hands, until such accounts are given in adjusted and settled. They will Sell, for ready money, at Mr. Gadby's tavern, on Saturday the 28th inst. three BANK SHARES of the augmented Stock of the Alexandria Bank, and on Monday the 30th inst. on the premises, They will Sell the tract of LAND called MARBLE HILL, on which Mr. William Triplett now lives; the number of acres will be ascertained by actual survey previous to the sale. This land is fertile and tolerably improved; on it are a good farm house, (on a most elegant situation) a kitchen, meat house, corn house, stable, garden and orchards of good fruit trees. This land lies about two miles from Colchester, one and an half from the Occoquan Mills, where there are high prices given for every kind of country produce. The terms of sale for the land will be the same as heretofore made known on the sale of the other tracts. On the same day, and at the same place, Will be Sold, Mr. Triplett's right and interest he had in a Pew, No. —, in Pohick Church, together with a few articles not sold at the Round Hill sale. Charles Little, } Ex'ors George Triplett, } Of Wm. Triplett. Jan. 10.
Ten Dollars Reward. RAN-AWAY from the subscriber last night, an apprentice boy named SAMUEL ADAMS, seventeen years old, about 5 feet 8 inches high, stout made, dark-eyes and hair, and the upper lip rather short. The above reward will be paid for bringing back the above named boy, with all reasonable charges. All persons are cautioned against harbouring or carrying off the said apprentice, as the law will be strictly enforced. ADAM LYNN. Jan. 6.
Notice Is hereby given to the Stockholders of the Bank of Alexandria, THAT a dividend of five per cent. on the capital stock of said Bank, for the half year ending this day is declared, and will be ready to be paid to them or their representatives on Thursday next, the 5th instant. By order of the President and Directors Gurden Chapin, Cashier. Jan. 2, 1804.
CONGRESS OF THE  UNITED STATES. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. October 26, 1803.
Debate on the Amendment to the Constitution. CONTINUED.
(Mr. Huger's speech continued.) Some observations have nevertheless, fallen from two gentlemen (both of them from the very respectable state of Virginia) which appear to me peculiarly worthy of attention. [The one (Mr. Clopton) has presented to us a view of the subject, which, although I by no means think the correct one, is evidently that, in which most of the gentlemen in this house have regarded it, and in which persons out of doors are for the most part wont to consider this, and indeed every other constitutional question. I have listened to him however with great pleasure, and from the ingenuity and information which pervaded such of his arguments, as I could fully comprehend, I feel much regret that the utmost attention on my part (owing partly to the feebleness of his voice, and partly to the unfavorable situation of his seat) did not enable me always to connect his ideas and arguments, and perfectly to understand him. This gentleman seems, for the moment, to have forgotten that the government, under which we live, is formed upon federative no less than upon republican principles, and though wishing to introduce an important alteration in our national compact, puts the compact itself, the spirit with which it was formed, the vital principles upon which it was established, entirely out of the question. He takes an abstract view of the subject as if it had no connection whatever with other parts and principles of the compact, carries us back to a state of nature, and seems to regard it as a radical error in the constitution—that the provisions and modifications it contains, are not solely founded upon the broad basis of population and numbers. He talks to us of the rights of man in a state of nature—of the origin of the social compact—of the foundation upon which all governments ought to be formed, viz. the will of the people—and drawing his inference from these pure, unmixed and abstract principles and theories, thinks, whilst he shows us what would be the most eligible mode of providing for the Executive branches of government, about to be formed for the first time into political existence—he proves triumphantly and unanswerably, that such too ought to be the mode adopted by a union like ours, composed of so many distinct and independent sovereignties of so old a date, and having such various, distinct and complicated views and interests. Let me not, however, be misunderstood—I am not finding fault with, or condemning in the abstract, the principles laid down by the honorable member. Still less would I be understood to deny that the constitution has been formed upon the broad basis of the public good, and the will of the people of the respective states, I well know (and it is for that very reason I feel so sincere an attachment to it) that the federal compact is founded upon liberal and genuine republican principles—but let not gentlemen in the mean time forget that the government under which we live is of a federate nature, and that these general, unmixed and abstract principles, upon which we are called on exclusively to act, were then modified and practically applied to the wants, prejudices and clashing interests of a numerous and increasing population, divided into a number of distinct sovereignties, spread over a vast extent of country, by that very compact in which it is now proposed to make so material and essential an alteration. This is the true point of view in which the subject should be taken up; and I am happy in finding the idea of the gentleman's colleague, to whom I before alluded (Mr. J. Randolph) accord so perfectly with my own in the present instance, and that he too is of opinion that this is the true and proper point of view in which, not only the present, but every other proposition to alter or amend the federal compact, should invariably be considered, I say, sir, I am truly happy to recollect that the sentiments of that gentleman and my own accord so perfectly on this part of the subject, for exclusive of the advantage which the weight of his authority must afford to my argument, I am free to acknowledge that it has frequently been a source of regret to me to find a difference in our view of things led me on so many occasions to differ in opinion with most of the companions of my youth, whom I have met on this floor, and whom I have for so many years been in the habit of regarding as persons of honor and worth.
It was stated, and in my humble opinion correctly stated by the honorable member from Virginia (Mr. Randolph) of whom I have last spoken, some days since, that when we were about any alteration in the compact which unites these states together, it behoves us not to take into view merely what we thought individually it ought to have been, or wished it to be, nor what shape were we in convention for that purpose, we should give it—but rather to consider what shape had already been given to it, and what the compact, as it presents itself to us in the constitution, now is. Taking up the subject then under this point of view, allow me, sir, to put these questions to the House. Let me ask what is the constitution of the United States? From what source did it originate? In what manner, by whom, from what causes, upon what principles, in what spirit was it originally adopted? Is it not a federative government, agreed upon between 13 distinct and separate sovereignties, for their mutual defence and protection?
Is it not in its essence, a compact a bargain, a perfect compromise of the interests, powers, influence and rights of a number of independent societies, who have united for their common advantage and who are no further bound or pledged to each other than by the articles and conditions in the written contract—the constitution—which has been acceded to by them all? And is it not upon the spirit, in which the conditions of that compact was originally formed, that every amendment to or alteration in it, should be predicated? These questions must all be necessarily answered in the affirmative. The inhabitants of these United States did not then in forming the federal constitution, act in mass, as one people, nor can the abstract principles borrowed from different authors on the primeval formation of political societies apply to them. The worn out theory of a number of insulated beings assembled together in an extensive plain and led by their common wants and necessities to form themselves into a body politic, cannot be applied to the federal government, nor can inferences drawn from notions of this kind afford correct grounds upon which to build or support alterations and amendments in the national compact.
(To be continued.)
Friday, January 6. Mr. Bard. For many reasons this house must have been justly surprised by a recent measure of one of the southern states. The impressions however, which that measure gave my mind, were deep and painful—I had been informed that some formidable foreign power had invaded our country, I would not, I ought not to be more alarmed than on hearing that South Carolina had repealed her law prohibiting the importation of slaves.
In the one case we would know what to do—The emergency itself would inspire exertion, and suggest suitable means of repelling the attack—but here we are nonplussed and find ourselves without resource—Our hands are tied and we are obliged to stand confounded, while we see the flood gate opened, and pouring incalculable miseries into our country—By the repeal of that law, fresh activity is given to the horrid traffic, which has been long since seriously regretted by the wise and humane, but none have been able to devise an adequate remedy to its dreadful consequences.
Congress has but little power, or rather they have no power to prevent the growth of the evil—To impose a tax on imported slaves is the extent of their power; but every one must see that it is infinitely disproportionate to what the morality, the interests, the peace and safety of individuals, and of the public, at this moment, demand.
And though in regard to their present case the power of the general government may be insufficient to check the mischief, yet I hope they are disposed to discourage it, as far as they are authorized by the constitution—Therefore I beg leave to offer the house the following resolution.
Resolved, That a tax of ten dollars be imposed upon every slave imported into the United States.
Mr. Varnum presented a representation from the officers of the militia of the district of Columbia, praying certain alterations in their militia law.
Referred to a select committee of five. Dr. Mitchell from the committee of Commerce and Manufactures, to whom was referred that part of the message of the President, that related to measures for preventing the improper use of the American flag, reported a bill to amend an act entitled an act concerning the recording and registering American vessels.
Referred to a committee of the whole. The House resumed the consideration of Mr. J. Randolph's motion to appoint a committee to inquire into the official conduct of JUDGE CHASE.
Mr. Smilie opened the debate. He was followed by Dr. Leib, who moved to amend the motion so as to embrace an enquiry into the official conduct of Richard Peters, dis-
trict judge for the district of Pennsylvania, who presided with Judge Chase at the trial of Price. This amendment was agreed to—the yeas and nays being called, were—Yeas 79—Nays 37. The resolution thus amended, was supported by Messrs. Findley, Jackson, Nicholson and Holland; and opposed by Messrs. Lowndes, R. Griswold, Elliot and Dennis. About 4 o'clock an adjournment was carried, Ayes 61—Nees 45.
Saturday January 7. Mr. Nicholson, from the committee on the memorial of Alexander McIlwaine, agent for the South Carolina-Yazoo Company, and of agent of the Virginia-Yazoo Company, made a report, going considerably into detail, and concluding with a resolution, adverse to the prayer of the memorialists. Referred to a committee of the whole on Monday.
NORFOLK, Jan. 5. Arrived in distress the Sch. Dispatch, capt. Robinson, from Glasgow bound to Richmond. On the 8th day after sailing, being in lat. 30, long. 53, it blowing heavy and much sea running, at midnight, the crew being on the quarter deck, the vessel was struck by a sea which knocked her over on her beam ends, in which situation she lay for 10 minutes, when the foremast gave way a few feet above deck, and she righted. At this time all the crew but the chief mate were overboard; after some time the captain and 21 mate got on board by swimming, and though the sea continued high the wreck was cleared, but not without difficulty, owing to the loss of five of the crew; every thing on deck was washed overboard, the passengers in the cabin were much hurt, and the cargo shifted so much as to keep the lee gunwale under water; but after some time a jury mast was got up, and the vessel trimmed, with the assistance of the passengers. Spoke several vessels, but could get no assistance from them, owing to the heavy gales. The following are the names of the persons lost overboard: John Babcock, belonging to N. York. Cæsar Pursey, } William Johnson, } from Richmond. Itham Stevens, } Joseph Jackson, }
Public Sale, On Thursday next, the 12th instant, will be sold at public auction, All the personal Estate of George Kilton, deceased, at the dwelling house of Mrs. Kilton, on King Street between Columbus and Alfred Streets. The sale will commence at three o'clock in the afternoon. PHILIP G. MARSTELLER. Jan. 11.
DR. HALL Finding it inconvenient to pursue the Dug business, inasmuch as it interferes with his practice, has determined to close his business in Royal Street and direct his attention solely to the Practice of Physic, Surgery, and Midwifery. For the confidence reposed in him, since his establishment in this place as a practitioner, he thus publicly makes his acknowledgments.—His Shop will in a few days be removed to his Dwelling House immediately opposite Mott's Tavern. January 11.
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 Council 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 freeholders," to represent the Corporation, as Mayor, Aldermen and Common Councilmen for the present year. Geo. Drinker, Collector. Jan. 11.
Those citizens who are in arrears for Corporation Taxes, are hereby requested to pay up the same, or the Collector will be under the disagreeable necessity of proceeding against them as the law directs.
Notice Is hereby given to the Stockholders of the Bank of Alexandria, THAT a dividend of five per cent. on the capital stock of said Bank, for the half year ending this day is declared, and will be ready to be paid to them or their representatives on Thursday next, the 5th instant. By order of the President and Directors Gurden Chapin, Cashier. Jan. 2, 1804.
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.
For Sale, 4000 bushels of Richmond Coal. Apply to Wm. OXLEY. Dec. 27.

Mr. Snowden,
A subscriber to your paper and a considerable stockholder, in the Bank of Alexandria, proposes the following gentleman as Directors at the approaching election, whom he believes will be supported:
 Richard M. Scott,  John Janney,  John Dunlap,  John Dundas,  William Herbert,  Richard Conway,  Charles Simms,  George Gilpin,  William Newton,  William Hodgson. 
On Tuesday morning last, Mr. John Rawlph, of Chesterfield, was found dead in his bed, occasioned by being shot through the head with a pistol. His son has since been committed to jail under suspicion of being the author of this horrid act.
Fredericksburg Paper.
It is not long since we were obliged by our editorial duty to draw the eye of the public upon the conduct of a Washington City paper, high in the interests, and it is said much under the direction of the executive government. Speaking of the salaries given to the present public officers, it thought proper to justify them by assuming in addition to the authority of the present anti-federal party, that of the late federal administration. For the purpose of justifying a measure which needed no justification, the sapient essayist exposed the absurdity and misconduct of his own party, who heretofore opposed and stigmatized as infamous corruption that very measure. On that occasion we said that if the writer had been bribed to render his own party contemptible so far, and to elevate the federal in the public opinion, he could not have more completely fulfilled his purpose. We have the same observation now to make respecting the remarks in that paper on the late important intelligence from the Mediterranean. On this subject the Editor of the print referred to, most kindly to the federalist, and foolishly as respects his own party, enters into a comparison of the expense attending the present navy with that attending the larger navy of the federal administration. To the conduct of the navy in the Mediterranean, to the spirit and fair conduct of the existing administration towards the Emperor of Morocco, we are willing to offer the tribute of applause. Why will not the anti-federal scribes let the thing rest on its own bottom. Why will they, by an attempt to institute a comparison where no comparison is necessary, compel us again to lug them forth, and display those vain efforts to deceive the people into an unjust opinion of their opponents, which when truly and fairly developed, must shew them to infinite disadvantage. What puerile perversity of intellect, what perverseness of enmity must that be, which influences a man to attempt the injury of another, at the hazard of shame to himself.
That it was rag through the union that the present administration was pusillanimous, and unqualified to meet with spirit those great national perils that await all nations, is very true. And it is not less true than the imputation was correct. It is not now when a total change of counsels has taken place in the Executive Cabinet, that we are to be turned back, and the value and truth of our assertions then estimated by what has happened since. We still maintain that the whole of the anti-federal policy at that time did not on a strongly savor of pusillanimity, but was really and essentially pusillanimous. If we see our just rights wrong by violence out of our hands without direct reparation being extorted by force from the encroachers, what can truly be said but that patience is pusillanimity? Had England gone to war with France, the evils of that pusillanimity would be at this time all about us.
When the essayist makes a comparison between the expenses of the navy in the years from 1797 to 1801, & the present time, is it possible he can be so unmindful that no more comparison can subsist between them than between the present war establishment in England, and the lowest peace establishment they have had in that country for the last 20 years? Is it possible he can be unmindful that we are now in a state of peace, and that then we were obliged to arm to repel the aggressions of the belligerent powers, of Europe—one of whom looked to us with an aspect at least inimical, while the other actually compelled us to commence hostilities, and to take some of her ships.
Can he have so forgotten the history of the time, as to compare that period of danger, with this "piping time of peace"? Can he have forgotten that there were then necessarily put in commission a number of vessels, the proportion of which to that of the present day, though we cannot precisely ascertain it at present, was at
least as five to one; that those vessels were cruising in the West Indies, and in the Mediterranean, and hovering over its coast for its protection; that by them we gained renown in arms as a maritime power; that the victualing, repairing and manning of that navy must have cost an immense sum, as it was raised in a hurry, on the pressing exigency of a moment, and that a great part of that expense revolved back into the present treasury, when those ships and provisions were sold? Can he say, have forgotten all those things? We say he cannot—The comparison therefore must have been made to blind the people, whom it is their duty to enlighten—to lead astray with will o' the wisp stories those whom they are bound in conscience to set right.
For our parts, we are determined to speak the truth as far as we can get at it; to look to measures not to men; to set the people, to the best of our judgements right; to do all in our power to enforce the due execution of the magistracy of the country; to bring before the tribunal of the public, the magistrate who mal-administers, and to do ample justice to him who administers well. That which ought to be the object of every American is ours—to see the Federal constitution duly administered in all its parts; and to care not a cent who administers it, provided he does his duty well, and with spirit—to censure the President where he does ill, even though he were a Washington; and to applaud where he deserves it, whoever he may be, provided he is the magistrate of the Constitution and the people's choice. Follow this precept Messrs. Antifeds, and do not be forever muddling and smothering important questions in the feculence of party rancour and misrepresentation.
Let us now once again (the truth twice at least) remind those gentlemen that their party did every thing which violent speechifying within doors, and demagogical misrepresentation and artifice without, could do, to prevent the building of a single ship—Let us remind them that when the proposal was first made to prepare a maritime armament to protect the country and its commerce, from French insult and aggression, those very gentlemen who now applaud the use that has been made of its miserable remnant, did then exclaim against it as a monstrous project. Let us remind them that Mr. W. B. Giles of Virginia, did in Congress exclaim with exultation and boastful triumph, "Thank God, the trees that are to build those ships are still growing in the forest."
(Ch. Courier.)
* In 1800, the vessels in commission were 15 from 32 to 44 guns—21 from 14 to 26—2 of 12, and 2 of 10.
As the press in general, and every newspaper in France, is now completely under the dominion of the First Consul, the public may safely consider every thing respecting political matters, found in them, as coming forth with the authority of the Corsican Consular Christiano-Mahomedan tyrant, and his cabinet. Exclusive of that consideration, the marks which it internally bears, and its family likeness to all the other half-cunning, half-mad gasconades of the consular cabinet, and the unprincipled deceptions by which they misguide that abused people, the French, are sufficient evidence of the source from which the address to the seamen of France, published in the Courier of the 28th ult. has issued. Every circumstance (to them it is no matter whether true or false) is collected there, combined together and compressed into a short view, to rouse the anger of the French nation, and the avarice of the consular seamen and soldiery; to whet the revenge of the one, and inflame the cupidity of the other. Every thing that can inveigle them into certain ruin and destruction, by diminishing the magnitude of the danger, and enlarging the prospect of success; by depreciating the vigor and valour of Great Britain, and puffing and swelling up the bubble of French vain glory to a size enormous beyond all former example—preposterous even for French revolutionists.
But when the blow comes to be struck, & this bubble of Bonaparte's breath shall burst; when the seamen and soldiers find as they did in Egypt, and as they certainly will if they invade England, that in British hands they are not "invincible," and that the Corsican Hydra, that hideous snake with all the horrid succession of myriads of heads which he may send forth, will be crushed by the British Hercules; when they find that instead of having friends and auxiliaries in England, they will meet a nation to a man unanimous in abhorrence of them, and instead of finding friends to join them in Ireland, will find a people to tell them with their bayonets to their scraggy necks, that they have already had too much of oppression under the specious form of fraternity, to be duped by the worn out tricks of France, into a total extinction even of those feeble hopes which dawn upon them now; when they find that instead of having their pockets filled with gold, they will have their pates covered with hard blows, and instead of being treated with the best and bread of Leadon hall or Fleet Markets, they will be made "to bite the dust" when a million of widows, orphans and unhappy relatives, shall call in distraction and despair for their hopes, their support, their ALL, buried in the deep or rotting in the earth of Great Britain, and scream murderer! murderer! in the ears of him
whose mad ambition, unprincipled views, and adamantine heart, had sent them to an untimely grave: then will that colossal figure which now bestrides France, and looks to fix one foot on Great Britain be tumbled down never to be raised again.
To look beyond that—Gracious God, what a prospect! And eternity of torment for the miserable phantoms, the baubles, the toys and play things which that devil child of ambition pursues. What must it be when, as the door between this life and eternity opens, and is just going to be closed for ever, the wretched foul shall pray for oblivion as an act of heavens mercy—and the millions of souls sent to their dread account with all their sins upon their heads, by his wickedness, by his sword, by his fire, or by his — it jabs, shall gather round and down the voice of his prayers with cries for justice on their destroyer. Ibid.
From the N. Y. Morning Chronicle.
ACADEMY OF ARTS.
"Still to new scenes the warring muse retires, And the dumb show of breathing rocks admits; Where the smooth chisel all its force has shewn, And listened into flesh the rugged stone. In solemn silence, a majestic band, Her as if in Gods, and Roman Consuls stand; Stem tyrants, whom their cruelties renown, And Emperors, in Parian marble frown. While the bright dames, to whom they humbly sued, Still shewn those charms, that their proud hearts subdued."
The New York Academy of arts, is now open. The gentlemen under whose liberal patronage the institution has been established, must be pleased to find, though but at present in its infancy, that it exhibits a collection of taste and elegance; at once useful and ornamental; useful to the student, solicitous regularly to cultivate the polite arts, and ornamental to the City which has given its birth.
It is surely in an infant country a very interesting exhibition, not only to artists, but to Americans at large.
In the rotunda of the Pantheon, the young student may pass his hours in uninterrupted study, cultivating his taste by contemplating the most correct models of ancient sculpture. Institutions like this, have, in the opinion of philosophers and statesmen, a tendency to soften and humanize the mind, and they have therefore made them the repository of materials, on which genius may exercise its powers to advantage, and without which, the strongest intellect may be fruitlessly or deviously employed. It is their opinion that by studying these authentic models, that idea of excellence which is the result of the accumulated experience of past ages, may at once be acquired. The student here receives at a single glance, the correct principles which many artists have spent their whole lives in ascertaining, and satisfied with their effect, is spared the painful investigation by which they came to be known and fixed. In addition to the statues and busts which at present adorn the Pantheon, will be shortly added, correct copies of those works of art which formerly adorned the Italian galleries.
The Parisian schools are now in possession of (with but very few exceptions) all the chief oeuvres both in painting and sculpture, and a skilful artist is in the act of collecting, such as will best answer the objects of this institution. The subject of one of the pictures is the elevating of the Cross, from a highly finished picture of Rubens, the other the entombing of Christ, from an original of Michael Angelo Carravagio, which for strength of colouring and expression has never been excelled, these will be accompanied, by an historical landscape of Poussin, and a copy from a head of Rembrandt, as a specimen of that master, with a number of other paintings mostly original.
It is the merit of the pictures, not the choice of the subjects that directs the taste of the agents, and there is every reason to expect, when collected, they will not only fully answer the object of instructing the youth of our country, but generally be grateful to the public eye—The rotunda of the Pantheon, at present presents in regular succession the busts of Seneca, Niobe, Euripides and Roma, the full figure of Germanicus, and the bust of Demosthenes, the mild and highly finished figure of Ceres—the group of Laocoon shewing the struggles of a man in full vigor, falling a sacrifice, with his two sons within the folds of serpents—from this strongly delineated and painful group, the mind is strongly relieved by passing to the Grecian Cupid and contemplating the interesting beauties of the Venus of the Capitol, from whence on elevating the eye the full vigour of the Apollo of Belvidere arrests the attention, forces a pause, and demands the tribute of wonder and approbation; which being paid, the Gladiator in full vigour, with every nerve extended in the attitude of defence, but strongly collected for assault, with a cautious countenance and staring eye, coursing with measured step the arena, will be found meriting attention.
The beautiful Torse of a Venus, and highly finished associated figures of Castor and Pollux
with the retiring beauties of a Venus from the bath, leads you to the interesting group of the family of Niobe—then descending to the court of Hermaphrodite, you contemplate in one form the characteristic beauties of an elegant youth, with the attractive graces and softly swelling out lines of the virgin form.
An handsome burst of the effeminate Bachus leads to the burst of Homer and a grecian head, with Hippocrates you complete the circle; and are at liberty to re-contemplate any individual group of figure as taste may dictate or fancy may point the way—each separate figure being particularly described in a small pamphlet, to be obtained at the door.
The magistrates of a northern town in England have fixed in all the public places, of resort the following, painted on a board in large letters:
"To the Ladies.—Genteel women who amuse their idle hours in working, frequently throw scraps of linen and cotton of various kinds into the fire. It is requested most humbly, that every lady will preserve these trifles, and direct their maid servants to sell them, because the so doing will prevent 60,000. being annually exported to foreign countries, for the importation of old rags to make paper, and which in consequence will become cheaper."
IN THE PRESS, And will be published in a few days, By ROBERT & JOHN GRAY, Booksellers and Stationers, King Street,
THE New American Clerk's Magazine, AND YOUNG CONVEYANCER'S POCKET COMPANION:
CONTAINING All the necessary forms of—Articles of Agreement, Bonds, Bills, Recognizances, Leases and Releases, Letters and Powers of Attorney, Awards, Bills of Sale, Gifts, Grants, Assignments, Mortgages, Surrenders, Jointures, Covenants, Copartnerships, Declarations, Letters of License, &c.
WITH Necessary directions for making Distresses for Rent, &c. as the law between Landlord and Tenant now stands.
THE WHOLE Made conformable to the Laws of the United States, and adapted more particularly to the State of Virginia.
R. and J. GRAY have lately received a new copies of the Revised Code of Virginia Laws.
Jan. 12. d Wanted to Hire or Purchase, A steady good MAN SERVANT. Also, a good GARDNER.
None need apply but those that can be well recommended for their honesty, industry and sobriety.
J. SWIFT. Jan. 12. e3t
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, Spiced Salmond in 2 and 4 gallon kegs, Raisins by the box, Pine, Almonds, English Walnuts, Shadbarks, Chestnuts, 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. d
STOUGHTON'S GENUINE BITTERS, Faithfully prepared at the original ware-house London.
TO make any observations here, upon the superior quality of these Bitters, to any ever offered for sale, is needless; suffice it to say, that they have stood the test of approbation a great number of years.
Gentlemen, who prefer bitters, will find them an elegant and wholesome preparation; and now, for the first time, imported in quart bottles, as well as vials, which will reduce the price near one half.
Country stores and taverns supplied by the dozen or gross, with a very large allowance in the price, or bartered for country produce, on application to Messrs. Robert and John Gray, booksellers, Alexandria.
Sold also. (Retail) By Rapine, Conrad and Co. booksellers, Capitol Hill, Washington; John March, bookseller, George Town; T. Miley Graham, Norfolk, and A. Buck, Fredericksburg.
Nov. 5 3 n 1 v
Wanted as Apprentices to the Printing Business, two lads of reputable connexions. Apply at this Office.

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 bks. Beef and Pork, A quantity of Sole Leather and Shoes of all sorts, 50 pieces of Russia Duck, 100 boxes mould and dipp'd tallow Candles, 50 do. Spermaceti do. 7 hds. and 80 bks. Sugar, 10 do. Molasses, 2 tons of Cordage assorted, 2 cases bandanna Handkerchiefs, 7 bales India Cottons, A few Feather Beds with Pillows and Bolsters the best Tickings, An assortment of playing and blank Cards, Bar Iron, Stone Lime refined, Salt Petre, Ground Ginger, Pearl Ash, Rice, Starch, Writing Paper, Glass, Hops, Cotton Yarn assorted, &c. &c. Nov. 1. d
JANNEY and PATON Have just received, per the brig Polly, and for Sale, 24 Hds. } New England Rum, 56 bks. } 75 tons Plaster Paris. And on hand, as usual, a general assortment of GROCERIES. And about 1250 tons Plaster. Farmers will find it to their interest, when pur- chasing, to look at this plaster, as they certainly will be able to please themselves as to quality. It lays very convenient to a water carriage, and may be put on board a vessel free of cartage. Dec. 9. d
SPANISH HIDES. 2000 Spanish Hides just received by the ship President from Cu. oca a. for sale by JOHN LUCKER. Who has on hand, 16,000 lbs. Green Coffee, Musco- vado Sugar, in hds. and bks. opening Cotton, and a quantity of coarse Salt, &c. &c. He will also give orders for cargoes of Salt at Tobacco, to be paid in the United States, three months after the delivery. January 7. e 4w
ELEGANT EDITION OF The HOLY BIBLE. PROPOSALS For Printing by Subscription. (Four handsome octavo volumes) THE HOLY BIBLE, CONTAINING The Old and New Testaments. CONDITIONS. It shall be printed on a superfine wove paper, with an elegant new type. The price to subscribers will be Two Dollars per vol. in boards, or Two Dollars and Fifty Cents , handsomely bound and lettered. To those who subscribe for several copies, a dis- count will be made, proportioned to the num- ber subscribed for. THE advantage of having this invaluable Book printed on a large type, and at the same time, in portable and convenient volumes, appears to be evident, that the encou- ragement necessary to warrant an undertaking of such magnitude, is considerably expected; a portable volume will often be taken up, in a moment of leisure, when the size of a large, unwieldy folio, would operate as an objection to leaving it on the table, in this way, small por- tions of time would be profitably employed, which might otherwise be totally lost. To large families a Bible in volumes, affording an opportunity for several to read at once, may sometimes be peculiarly convenient; it seems fine, flimsy and much in this way, it is to say that no reasonable expense, if it shall be spared, to render this edition of the Holy Scriptures both correct and elegant. The above work is in press, and will be finished about the end of the present year. Subscriptions received by R. and J. Gray, King Street, where a spe- cimen of the paper and printing may be seen.
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 words above the Washington Tavern. Look- ing Glass and Picture Frames made and REGILT. NEEDLE WORK It must be in a handsome manner, And NAMES done on GLASS. S. THOMEE, as an engraver being determined to establish himself in the line of his profession, has that encouragement alone which he trusts the fineness of his charges and his assiduity will merit to entitle him to. Waxen Candles, handsome Gifts, and every thing in his line done to please the fancy of the purchaser to any amount. He has some glasses and prints for sale on Cash given for clean Linen and on Rags.
INDIA GOODS. I have received twenty four bales of India Goods. CONSISTING OF Beerhoom Gurrahs, } Mazapore do. Beerpoore Coffahs, } Patna Chintz, Mow Sannas, } Mizzapore do. Jebanna do. } Blue Gilla Hhfs. Mamarapoor do. } Sooty Romall do. Jallapoor do. Benjamin Shreve. Nov. 2. d
By Authority. SCHEME OF A LOTTERY, TO BUILD A Catholic Cathedral Church, In the City of Baltimore.  1 Prize of 20 000  1 do. 10 000  2 do. 5000 are 10 000  5 do. 1000 5000  10 do. 500 5000  25 do. 200 5000  200 do. 100 20 000  200 do. 50 10 000  200 do. 25 5000  2500 do. 20 50 000  4000 do. 15 60 000  1st dr. ticket at 2000 500  1st do. 4000 500  1st do. 6000 500  1st do. 8000 500  1st do. 10 000 500  1st do. 12,000 500  1st do. 15,000 500  1st do. 18 000 500  1st do. 20,000 2000  1 last drawn ticket which may have a Blank to its Number, 4000  7154 Prizes, 210 000 13846 Blanks—not 2 to a prize. 21 000 Tickets at 10 dols. each, 210 000. The laudable purpose of this lottery, the many very valuable prizes offered, and there not being two blanks to a prize, are considerations which give the Managers reason to hope for a rapid sale of the tickets. The drawing will commence as soon as a sufficient number of Tickets shall be sold to authorize it: and thirty days after the com- pletion of the drawing, the prizes will be paid to the fortunate adventurers; subject to a deduction of Fifteen per cent. Such prizes as shall not be claimed within twelve months after the drawing is finished, shall be considered as relinquished for the benefit of the Church. Tickets to be had of the Managers, or of such persons as may be appointed by them. Right Rev. Bishop Carroll, Rev. Francis Bressan, Messrs. David Williamson, Robert Wolf, Chas. Ghiquiere, Patrick Bennet, Arnold Livers, Luc'e Terman, F. I. Mitchell, Managers. Tickets in the above lottery to be had at the store of T. L. Washing- ton and Co. Fairfax Street, Alexandria. August 13. 14w
This is to give Notice, THAT the subscriber hath obtained from the Orphan's Court of Alexandria County, in the District of Columbia, Letters of Admin- istration on the personal estate of David Graham , late of the said county of Alexandria, deceased. All persons having claims against the said deceas- ed, are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the vouchers thereof, to the subscriber at or be- fore the 1st day of July next; they may other- wise by law be excluded from all benefit of the said estate. Given under my hand this 21st day of Decem- ber, 1805; David Wilson Scott, Administrator of David Graham, deceased. All persons indebted to the said estate are here- by required to make immediate payment to the Administrator. Dec. 21. 24w6w
This is to give Notice, That the subscriber hath obtained from the Orphan's Court of the county of Alex- andria, in the District of Columbia, Letters of Administration on the personal property of Margaret Love , late of Alexandria, deceased: all per- sons having claims against the said deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with vouchers hereof, to the subscriber at or before the 14th day of June next; they may otherwise by law be excluded from all benefit of the said estate. Given under my hand this 14th day of Dec. 1805. Thomas Vowell, jun. Administrator. N.B. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the ad- ministrator. Dec. 19. 14w6w
For Sale, by ROBERT & JOHN GRAY, WHEATON'S GENUINE PATENT JAUNDICE BITTERS,
A MEDICINE extremely useful when Jaundice and Bilious Complaints are so prevalent among the citizens of America and the West Indies. They are a useful and efficacious Medicine for curing Jaundice and Bilious disor- ders, and removing that sinking, faint, distressed feeling at the stomach, difficulty of breathing, loss of appetite, and sleepy, dull heaviness in the fore- part of the day, weakness and trembling of the limbs, dizziness of the head, and yellowness of countenance, complaints so common to jaundice and bilious people. Also removing constipation of the bowels, ob- structions of urine, cholicky complaints, pukings and purgings, indigestion, sick head-ache, rheu- matic complaints, &c. (which arise from a collec- tion of lour, 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 washing after the use of it, as the skin is generally left cleaner and smoother after the use of it than before. HUGH SMITH Has received by the Ann, the United States, an 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 Castle Grindstones. Oct. 20. 36w
TO BE SOLD, On Monday the 16th day of January, 1804, a the late dwelling of Col. Willoughby Tibbs, in the town of Dumfries, to the highest bid- der, on a credit of 6 months. All the personal Estate, of the late Willoughby Tibbs, consisting of NEGROES, Cows, Household and Kitchen Furniture, and Farming Utensils. Bond and good security will be required of the purchasers. The bonds must bear interest from the date, if not punctually paid. All persons having claims against the estate of the said Tibbs are desired to bring them in; and all those who may be indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment. John M. Mufchett, Administrator. Jan. 9. d3t
I will Rent, For one year on moderate terms, and give im- mediate possession, my HOUSES and LOTS, in the town of Dumfries, adjoining the court house, and lately occupied by captain George Williams, as a tavern. The terms will be made known on application to Mr. William Smith, of Dumfries, or the subscriber. The above property will be sold to the highest bidder, on a credit of one, two, and three years, at Prince William court house, on the 5th day of March next, being court day. A clear and in- disputable title will be made to the purchaser, or purchasers, on the day of sale; he or they giving bonds with approved security, to bear in- terest from the date if not punctually paid. A minute description of this property is deem- ed unnecessary, as it is presumed those inclined to rent or purchase, will first view the premises. James Mitchell. Dec. 23. 24w2w
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 Middleburg, 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 set. LEVEN POWELL, junr. Trustee appointed by the creditors of J. B. Ar- mistead. December 31. 34w1F
NOTICE. Lost or Mislaid —A certificate for twenty shares, in the Marine Insurance Com- pany of Alexandria, granted to Wm. Harthorne and Sons, and numbered from six thousand five hundred seventy one to six thousand five hundred and ninety, inclusive. Wm. HARTSHORNE. 1st Mo. 10th. 12w6w
The Partnership Of Geo. Lee and Charles Coones trading under the firm of Lee & Coones , is this day dissolved, of which those concerned will be pleased to take notice. GEORGE LEE. CHARLES COONES. Charles County, 6th Jan. 14w3t
To Let, THE frame Warehouse on King Street, two doors above Pitt Street, now occupied by Am- brose Vasse. Possession will be given on the 27th of this month—apply, in the absence of the subscriber, to Col. Dennis Ramsey. R. I. TAYLOR. August 15.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust from Thomason Elzevy , the subscriber, for the pur- pose of paying a debt due from said Thomason Elzevy , to Daniel McCarty Chichester, will be exposed to sale, for ready money, on the 8th day, of February next, at one o'clock, P. M. at Fairfax Court House.
TWO TRACTS OF LAND in the county of Fairfax, lying on the main fork of Pohick Run—supposed to contain about 500 acres. Doddridge Pitt Chichester. Jan. 7. 14w
For Sale, On easy terms, a LOT OF GROUND on St. Asaph, near Prince Street, in the town of Alexan- dria, on which is a convenient brick building now in the tenure of Mr. PLUMB, whose application may be made to Mr. JOHN LONG, Esq., who will show the premises and is known to the terms. MUNGO DYKES. January 5. e3t
SUBSCRIPTIONS To a new, correct and elegant Edition of that truly classical and justly celebrated work, GIBBON'S HISTORY OF THE DECLINE AND FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE: By Messrs. BIRCH and SMALL, of Philadel- phia, will be received by JAMES KENNEDY, sen. at the Alexandria Library.
NO book ever offered to the public stands less in need of encomium and recommendation. It has been read in every European language. To those who have not perused its pages, it may be necessary to observe—that the history of that long and interesting period, from the reign of Augustus to the taking of Constantinople and the death of Mahomet 2d. is no where else to be found in such regular and well composed arrange- ment. In giving this edition of it from the American press, it is presumed that the publisher render a service to their country. Its superiority will be sufficiently evident from the following PROSPECTUS.
It will be enriched with Memoirs of the Life and Writings of the Author, written by himself, and will contain near 200 pages more than the London edition, though it will be one third cheaper. It will be embellished with an elegant head of the author; two whole sheet maps, one of the Eastern and one of the Western part of the Roman Empire, and a map of the parts of Eu- rope adjacent to Constantinople. The execution of the work will be in the best style, of which Ruffell's Ancient and Modern Europe, the Do- mestic Encyclopedia, and Tucker's Blackstone, from the same press, may afford a just specimen; in short, it will be the most complete edition of Gibbon extant.
Conditions. 1st. It will be printed from the last London edition, and published in eight Octavo vols. during the year 1804. 2d. It will be delivered to those subscribers, who take it in volumes, at Two Dollars per vol. in boards. Those who wait for a completion of the work may have it either at Sixteen Dollars , in boards or in good and handsome binding at Twenty Dol- lars , payable on delivery. King Street. Dec. 16. 14w2t
Wanted to Hire, A MAN COOK—For one well acquainted with his business generous wages will be given— Apply to the Printer. December 27. d