Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1801-03-07 00:00:00

Public Sale.
On TUESDAY next At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store ,
French Brandy in pipes and casks, Gin in pipes, Brandy in casks, Teneriffe and Catalonia Wines in pipes and casks, Brown sugar in hhds. and bls. Loaf and Lump Sugar in lots, Raisins and Figs in casks, Scap and Candles in boxes, James River Tobacco in kegs, Hardware in boxes assorted, Nails in kegs, Castings, &c.
Also—a handsome Assortment of
DRY GOODS, And a quantity of FURNITURE,
Consisting of Two pair of large Looking Glasses, Mahogany Dining and other Tables, Chairs of different kinds, Chests of Drawers and Writing Desks, And a number of other articles.
PHILIP G. MARSTELLER, Auctioneer.
March 5.
Fifty Dollars Reward.
Whereas some malicious and evil disposed person or persons, have been in the habit of breaking down the Trees, planted on the front of my property in Prince Street and tearing up the cases, I hereby offer a reward of Fifty Dollars for the discovery of the perpetrator or perpetrators, so that he or they may be brought to justice—to be paid on conviction.
Wm. HODGSON.
March 3. dist
Sales by Auction.
On WEDNESDAY next, At ten o'clock, will be sold at the Auction Room on Union Street,
Sugar in bls.
Candles in boxes, Tobacco in kegs, Coffee in bags, Saltpetre in bags, Raisins in boxes, Grapes in jars, Almonds in bls. Oranges in boxes, Anchovies in kegs and boxes, Together with a variety of
DRY GOODS,
Among which are
Wilton and Scotch Carpeting, striped and plain Coatings, Kerseys, Plains, Flannels, rose Blankets, Broadcloths, Kerfeymeres, worsted Hose, Durants, mens' fine Hats, Irish and German Linens, Humhums, Muslins, &c.
HENRY & THOS. MOORE, March 7. Auctioneers.
Congress of the United States.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNESDAY, February 4.
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
(Continued.)
Mr. Gallatin moved the qualification of electors to be precisely the same as provided in the constitution of Maryland.
Mr. S. Smith wished the sum of 80 dollars (property) to be struck out and left a blank, which would be afterwards filled. He said that 80 dollars, at the period that instrument was made, was equal to 150 at this time.
Mr. Dennis opposed the amendment, even with the proposed modification. This would be very little different from universal suffrage, for all would say they were worth this property and give a sort of proof of it, if required.
Mr. Harper moved to amend the amendment to read "being an house keeper, and having taxable property to the amount of 100 dollars in the district, to be ascertained by the rates of assessment, made immediately preceding the time of offering to vote." Though he was not perfectly convinced of the propriety of extending the right of suffrage to any person not a freeholder, he would, however, from the consideration that there might be many men possessing trades, warehouses and families, to whom this right might be extended without inconvenience. As for the possession of any certain sum, how was it to be ascertained? It was in fact to extend it to unprincipled people, whilst poor honest men were excluded, because they were not so abandoned as to perjure themselves. But it would also be liable to make many men, in times of high party, and when their minds became much inflamed, to think themselves justifiable to come forward to vote, when actually not qualified. Thus the really honest part of the community, who alone ought to be represented, are overborne by this horde of intruders, whose qualifications are inadequate and ought to be so. He wished it to be extended to every man who had industry sufficient to procure some taxable property: he wished every man who had a wife and family to defend, if he had economy enough to procure some property, to have a vote; but he did not wish every man who would swear himself worth 80 or 100 dollars, to have the privilege, because it inevitably subjected the poll to characters who never ought to have a vote, and destroyed the influence which a majority of honest men ought to have.
Were any amendment to be necessary, it should be something of this sort, but he was for himself contented with the qualification in the law. What man, he asked, was there in the community, who ought to have influence in its government, whose industry and economy could not enable him
to procure a lot and a small house? He wished to exclude those rich men, who may pass round an hundred dollars from pocket to pocket at the pole, by which many may vote according to the qualification proposed. It was farther to be recollected that they were not legislating for merely a few families, or for a few houses, but for the introduction of a government to a growing city, where the clash of interest called loudly for a judicious arrangement of the laws. He would ask what honest, what industrious man could there be in this territory, who, having a family or a trade, would not rent a house, if not own one, and possess 100 dollars worth of taxable property; to such he would be willing to extend the rights of suffrage, and some such evidence as the assessors books would be required, but no farther.
Mr. Nicholas asked if this motion, which entirely destroyed the principle of Mr. Gallatin's amendment, could be in order.
The chairman said it was, inasmuch as it did not propose to erase every word of the amendment.
Mr. Nicholson acknowledged and regretted the practice of which the gentleman complained, but although some evils might have resulted from admitting persons upon their own deposition, they were not so serious as withholding the right of suffrage from those whose right it was. He did not, therefore, admit of the goodness of the remedy proposed. The best remedy he knew of was, the admission of indifferent testimony of the qualification of the person offering to vote. He would seriously ask the gentleman whether there were not persons of ten or twenty times the worth of 100 dollars, who were never assessed at all? What was the situation of the merchant or of the tradesman, who, though perhaps worth 10,000 dollars, are not possessed of any taxable property; for neither household furniture, stock in trade, stock in the banks, nor implements of trade are taxed: yet this person is not permitted to vote! He granted that this might be remedied in one way—a person thus situated might purchase some taxable property, on purpose to put himself on the assessment books, but this is a compulsion which ought not to be made.
Mr. Craik expressed his approbation of the amendment, as removing what with some was thought a very serious objection. He wished to prevent a fraudulent practice. But even as amended, though made much the better, he should vote against the whole amendment, because he believed the qualification in the bill a very valuable part of it.
Mr. Nicholas mentioned some objections on account of the fluctuating and uncertain species of taxes which would be laid in this district, which produced some defultory observations between him and Mr. Harper.
Mr. Otis, to avoid the charge of incon-
sistency, rose to express his reasons for voting in the first instance in favor of the amendment and then against the whole motion as amended—he wished to conform this government to the standard of far the largest part of the district; in this he tho't the committee right in their report, and meriting his support. If there should be a deviation, he wished it to be according to the amendment proposed by his friend from S. Carolina, but he hoped no modification would take place. He was fully of opinion that the mode proposed would leave taxation and representation to these people to go hand in hand. By this the inhabitants on the other side of the river would have no ground of complaint. And at least he thought their standard as well worth imitating as the practice of Maryland, of the inconveniences of which there could be no doubt.
Mr. Livingston moved to amend the last amendment by inserting the word "or" instead of "and." So that a housekeeper should vote although he did not pay taxes.
This was negatived—50 to 48.
Mr. S. Smith moved to change the question, so that a person assessed at 100 dollars should vote although not a housekeeper.
This was carried—50 to 49.
Mr. Gallatin then agreed to incorporate the amendment of Mr. Harper and the motion was agreed to—ayes 59.
The election of senators to the legislature, six in number, the reported bill provides to be by electors to serve six years, in the same manner as the senators of the United States government by the constitution.
Mr. Claiborne moved to make the time of service triennial (three years instead of six.) This was negatived without debate.
The election of senators in this small district by four electors, Mr. Macon tho't was carrying the analogy of the constitution very far indeed. It was in fact, putting these senators upon the same mode of electing as the president of the United States. Surely every man in the district who could be proposed for a senator, must be well known. He moved that the people should elect.
Mr. Tazewell could not but observe the peculiarity of gentlemen who were in favor of this bill. When speaking of it in one state this legislature was called a mere corporation; a body of little importance and clothed with very confined powers. He would join with them that the power of congress over this legislature (though he believed they would have a good proportion of business) and the smallness of the district rendered its importance rather minute. He thought, therefore, that the house of representatives, and the governor would be quite sufficient without another branch, to pass laws over which at other body held a sort of absolute power. I therefore moved to strike out all relating to a senate.

NEW-YORK, March 10. IMPORTANT.
By the British Packet, Duke of Cumberland, arrived here last evening in 35 days from Falmouth, the contents of the New-York Gazette have received a regular series of the London Morning Chronicle to the TWENTIETH of DECEMBER. They were received at an hour to give all of their important contents—but the most important events are noticed.
The Russian, Swedish and Danish ships at Portsmouth and Dover, were embargoed on the 15th January. There were then in Portsmouth 16 Swedish and 4 Danish vessels. This order extends to all the vessels of the above powers in the ports of Great Britain and Ireland.
In a London paper of the 16th January we find a lengthy trial of the conspirators against Buonaparte in October last, which lasted three days, when Dominique Demerville, Joseph Ceracchi, Joseph Arena, and J. B. Zopino Lebrun were condemned to death.
No important discovery concerning the infernal machine had been made.
An official letter from the chief of the staff of the army of Italy gives a detailed account of the passage of the Mincio.—One from general Brune himself, dated head-quarters at Verona, the 3d January, announces further successes. The Adige was crossed upon the 1st; the Austrians were obliged to evacuate Verona; and other important positions, particularly that of La Corona. The measures of safety adopted by the French government against intestine confusion and dark conspiracy are now made public. Upwards of 100 persons are to be sent beyond seas, and to be kept under the inspection of the constituted authorities; 40 of them sent out from Paris on the 10th of January for Orleans—Guinea probably is their destination.
It is stated on the authority of letters from Hamburg, that the armed confederacy between the powers of the North, Russia, Denmark and Sweden, was actually signed.
England is preparing against any attempts of invasion. Gun boats for the protection of the coast are in forwardness.
The Brest fleet has made several attempts to get out. Seven sail of the line and four frigates with 4000 troops, which left Brest, were driven into Vilaine bay by sir Edward Pellew.
Vice-admiral lord Nelson arrived at Plymouth on the 16th January, and the next morning hoisted his flag on board the San Josef, of 112 guns, then fitting with all expedition.
The price of flour and corn fluctuates in London continually—On the 19th January corn rose 3s. per quarter higher than it was the preceding Monday. Fine flour was 115s. per sack. Wheat from the 5th to the 10th January, sold at an average price of 137s. and 6d.
LONDON, January 10.
We yesterday received the Paris Journals to the 4th inclusive. The Moniteur of the 12th and 13th the number being consolidated, contains official copies of General Dessoles's dispatches, announcing the successes of the army of the Rhine, and of the convention by which it is followed. General Dessoles states as inducements for the conclusion of the armistice, the possibility of general Belgrade detaching from the army in Italy, a body of troops to join those in the Tyrol, and fall-
ing on the rear, intercepting the communications with France. They had not heard of the commencement of hostilities in Italy, and it seems to be inferred that Brune was rather tardy.
The conditions of the Armistice, however, are so favourable to the enemy, they require no other motive than the advantages they offer. The French having obtained entire possession of the Tyrol, having united their armies of Germany, and Italy by a complete line of posts, and being in possession of every strong place behind them, would be enabled to renew the war with almost a certainty of success. Respecting the permanent fortresses which the French have got into their hands, provision has been made that they shall be restored in their present state, if hostilities are not renewed: but if peace does not follow, it seems they will be left in the power of the enemy to destroy them if they think proper. The debouches of Feintlementz, Nauders, and other fortifications of this description are left at the disposal of the French.
It appears by a dispatch from general Brune, dated the 27th of December, that the campaign had at last been seriously opened in Italy:—He had not waited to turn the line of the Mincio but attacked it in front.
On the 27th the French made a vigorous attack upon the Austrian positions on the Mincio, and with success.—The passage, after a desperate engagement, was carried at Monzabano, and Molino. These places are between the Lake di Garda and Mantua, lying nearer to the former. On the 27th at one in the Morning, the head quarters were at Valeggio, on the left bank. The army is stated in the official communication to the legislative body, to blockade Mantua. The account given by Brune of the business, however, is very short, and not very explicit. It is evident that much loss must have been sustained on both sides. A great number of superior officers are stated to have been wounded on the side of the French. They certainly gained their object; and had the war continued, the army of the Rhine would have experienced the benefit of the diversion. From Brune's dispatch it appears that he intended to renew the battle next day. He could not by that time have received an account of the armistice. Indeed he is not bound by it. He (as well as Angereau in Franconia) is left at liberty to negotiate a separate one; and if his advantages are as decisive as he states, he will not fail to exact considerable sacrifices from the Austrians in Italy.
The chief consul has announced all these successes to the legislative bodies with the utmost eclat, and the latter have willingly voted, that the four principal armies have deserved well of their country. Peace on the continent is considered certain; indeed the chief consul states that count Cobentzel had officially announced on the 31st of December, that he was empowered to treat for a separate peace; and next day the conferences were to open.—These points of detail will not be difficult to adjust, after the basis of a treaty is agreed upon, and considering the discussion that must already have taken place. As we conjectured, the terms of peace will not be more severe than they were formerly offered. The chief consul states the principals on which he acts, in the following words:
"The left bank of the Rhine shall be the boundary of the French republic:
"She makes no pretension to the right bank. The interest of Europe does not permit the emperor to pass the Adige. The independence of the Helvetic and Batavian republics shall be insured and guaranteed. Our victories add nothing to the pretensions of the French people; Austria ought not to expect from her defeats what she would not have obtained from her victories.
"Such are the invariable intentions of the government. The welfare of France shall be to restore calm to Germany and Italy; her glory to deliver the continent from the avaricious and destructive genius of England."
It is deserving of remark, that while the Batavian and Helvetic republics are mentioned to be recognized, not a word is said of the Cisalpine republic. Has Buonaparte conceived any new plan for the settlement of that country, and of Italy at large? It is stated generally, that tranquility will be restored to Italy.—Have Prussia and Russia prevailed upon him to renounce the project of making republics of the Italians? The circumstance may give rise to many conjectures; at present we are at a loss what opinion to form; but we are disposed to believe, that the vague allusion to Italy is calculated to avoid giving any ground of offence to those powers which the chief consul finds it prudent to conciliate, and that nothing final is yet decided respecting these fine countries, the slave of incessant war, and prey of alternate conquerors.
In the official message there are to be found several severe insinuations against the influence of this country on the continent. The Tribune and legislative body likewise re-echo those reproaches. It seems evident therefore, from the temper of the French government, that ministers, who have opposed negotiation in every shape, who lately rejected absolutely the offer of a separate negotiation, must now submit to the ignominy of making that proposal, to which so lately they refused to listen. That the Emperor will conclude a separate treaty in a very short time cannot now be doubted.
The French funds have risen very much. They were on the 3d 46 3/4.
January 19.
By the cartel which arrived here yesterday from Nantes, intelligence is received that a general illumination took place throughout France on the evening previous to her sailing, on account of a peace said to have been effected between the Austrians and French.
PROCLAMATION
Of his Imperial Majesty, the Emperor of all the Russias, &c.
WHEREAS it has been represented by many subjects of Russia that large sums of money are due to them from English merchants resident in Russia, and that payment of such debts cannot be obtained; his Imperial Majesty's College of Commerce at St. Peterburgh, by virtue of powers vested in them for the purpose of promoting an adjustment and liquidation of the debts due to the Russian merchants, have appointed and ordained an especial commission, or board of commissioners, for managing English property, and they direct the said board to be constituted, and their operations and proceedings to be guided by the following regulations;—
I. It shall consist of two Russian, two English, and two merchants of other nations, all of whom shall be men of known good character, and the English shall be
chosen or selected by the English merchants to whom shall be added one of the members of the Imperial College of Commerce in St. Peterburgh.
II. All matters that come under their cognizance, shall be adjusted conformably to the accustomed rules and established usage in trade; they are to decide among themselves, by a majority of votes, upon matters of discussion; but in case of any points involving the interests of the Russian commerce, the opinion of his Imperial majesty's counsellor of the College of Commerce is to supercede the majority of votes, subject, however, to the concurrence of the College of Commerce.
III. Every British merchant resident in Russia, without excepting such as have subscribed themselves visitors, shall deliver to the commissioners, in writing, a statement of all the balances of accounts in their books, and a schedule of effects and goods in their possession, and they shall, when required, deliver to the commissioners their books of accounts out of their counting houses.
IV. Every Russian subject, who has any claim or demand upon an Englishman, of whatever nature or kind it may be, or who is indebted to a British subject, shall transmit an account of the particulars of such debts or claims, to the commissioners, within four months from the publication of this ordinance, in the newspapers, and in default thereof, the commissioners are not to take cognizance of any claims after that period.
V. The commissioners are to dispose of all English effects now sequestered, and to receive all balances of accounts, and to bring the whole into one general mass.*
VI. The Russian subjects shall receive out of the funds of the English property (collected as before directed) after admission of the validity and justness of the claimants an equal dividend upon their respective demands, and full satisfaction.
VII. In case the fund of English property does not prove adequate to the demands of the Russian creditors; or that there shall remain a surplus then the result shall be communicated to the College of Commerce at St. Peterburgh.
VIII. The commissioners shall not be accountable or responsible for their decisions, nor shall there be any appeal from their determinations, either by petition or in any other way, on any account whatever.
IX. To defray the expence and management of the board of commissioners, and for the salary of their clerks and agents, both debtors and creditors shall allow them one half per cent. upon the amount of the respective sums brought under their consideration.
St. Peterburgh, the 17th. Nov. 1800.
* Similar to a bankrupt's effects.
All surmise as to the northern league is now at rest. The question is completely decided, and in consequence the following proclamation has been published:
At the Court of St. James's, January 14, 1801.
PRESENT,
The King's most excellent Majesty in Council.
Whereas his majesty has received advice, that a large number of vessels belonging to his majesty's subjects, have been and are detained in the ports of Russia, and that the British sailors navigating the same have been and now are detained as prisoners, in different parts of Russia; and also, that during the continuance of these proceedings a confederacy, of a hostile nature, against the just rights and in-

terest of his majesty and his dominions has been entered into with the court of St. Petersburg by the courts of Denmark and Sweden respectively, his majesty, with the advice of his privy council, is thereupon pleased to order, as it is hereby ordered, that no ships or vessels belonging to any of his majesty's subjects, be permitted to enter and clear out for any of the ports of Russia, Denmark or Sweden, until further order, and his majesty is further pleased to order, that a general embargo or stop be made of all Russian, Danish and Swedish ships and vessels whatsoever, now within or which hereafter shall come into any of the ports, harbours, or roads, within the united kingdoms of Great-Britain and Ireland, together with all persons and effects on board the said ships and vessels, but that the utmost care be taken for the preservation of all and every part of the cargoes on board any of the said ships and vessels, so that no damage or embezzlement whatever be sustained.
And the right honorable the lords commissioners of the treasury, and the lords commissioners of the admiralty, and the lords warden of the cinque ports are to give the necessary directions herein as to them may respectively appertain.
W. FAWKNER.
ORDER OF COUNCIL.
At the Court at the Queen's House, the 16th of Jan. 1801, present the King's most excellent majesty in council.
Whereas his majesty has received advice that a large number of vessels belonging to his majesty's subjects, have been and are detained in the ports of Russia, and that the property of his majesty's subjects in Russia has by virtue of several orders and decrees of the Russian government, particularly one bearing date the 29th Nov. last O. S. (corresponding with the 10th Dec. N. S.) being seized and directed to be applied in violation of the principles of justice, and of the rights of the several persons interested therein; his majesty, with the advice of his privy council, is thereupon pleased to order, as it is hereby ordered, that no bill drawn since the said 29th of November last, O. S. (corresponding with the 10th Dec. N. S.) by or on behalf of any persons, being subjects of or residing in the dominions of the Emperor of Russia, shall be accepted, or paid without licence from one of his majesty's principle secretaries of state first had in that behalf, until further signification of his majesty's pleasure, or until provision shall be made in respect thereof by act of parliament; whereof all persons concerned are to take notice, and govern themselves accordingly. W. FAWKNER.
January 20.
On Friday the Magæra frigate arrived at Torbay, with dispatches to Earl St. Vincent, from Sir Henry Hervey, commanding the fleet off Brest, stating that the combined fleet, amounting to fifty two sail, were completely ready for sea. On Thursday last ten sail of the line made a movement seemingly with an intention to put to sea, but our fleet appearing, the enemy put into a bay close to Brest. All accounts from France agree that considerable efforts are making to prepare the navy for action in as great force as the means of the Republic will permit. It does not appear probable, however, that the enemy will yet come out to venture an engagement. They will keep our squadrons on the alert, and perhaps endeavor to send out detached parties on particular expedi-
tions. As soon as the fate of the Continent is fixed, the French will discover the mode of attack they propose to employ against this country.
The letters from the outports mention that several ships of war have sailed with orders to take and bring in such Danish and Swedish vessels as they meet with. No letters of Marque, however, have yet been issued, though a great number of applications have been made. Perhaps Ministers may entertain the hope that the embargo which they have laid upon the ships of the Northern Powers may bring them to views of peace. But surely Denmark and Sweden, in entering into the league of armed confederacy, must have been aware that this country had the means of attacking their commerce.
We understand, however, that Ministers are meditating the acquisition of great indemnities for the expence of the new war, in the capture of the little possessions of the Danes in the West Indies. General Maitland, it is said, is to be set out with a military force to perform this undertaking.
Should hostilities actually take place between us and the three Northern Powers, our trade with Hamburg will be cut off, although the communication with Cuxhaven may remain. If batteries be erected by the Danes along the side of the Elbe, it will be impossible for our vessels to navigate the river.
Government, it is said is taking measures for the establishment of four packet boats at Gravesend, two of which are intended to pass between that place and Calais, and two are intended for Holland.—They are all to be under a neutral flag.
We have heard it frequently asserted, that America, whether Jefferson or Adams succeed to the presidency, will concur with the other powers of Europe in asserting the principles on which the northern confederacy is founded, and it will resist the search of neutral vessels. We hope this opinion is unfounded. Tho' the accession of America to a league now recognized to be hostile, might be attended with much inconvenience to England, the people of the United States would not be without a share of the mischief. America might at least deprive us of at least part of that supply of grain which our necessities require, but she would deprive herself of a market for her commodity.—America might augment our distress by cutting off the supply of provision which she sends to our West India Islands, and compelling us to send them ourselves, tho' it would not be easy by any prohibition to do so effectually against the temptation of high price and great gain. Her trade, on the other hand, would be annoyed by our navy, and her progress to wealth retarded by the shocks of premature and unseasonable war. Nevertheless, we know that the obstruction which the commerce of the U. States receives from our cruizers, and the molestation occasioned by too vigorous an application of the claim, and not a very civil exercise of the right of search has created us many enemies; and it would be very proper to take care that this right should not be resorted to but when necessary, and never to seek a pretence for capture. It exists as a right conducive to our self-defence, not as a captious regulation to afford booty.
PORTSMOUTH, January 18.
Sailed his majesty's ship Jason, Brilliant, Hazard, Bever Snake and Harpy, and the Antelope revenue cutter, and the Royal William's tenders Ant and Advice, to bring in all Danes, Swedes and Russians, that they could meet. The Ant has sent a Dane, from Dieppe to Mogadore with tobacco.
DOVER, January 18.
Many of his Majesty's Cruizers have passed this day, to cruise to the westward, to intercept the Russian, Danish and Swedish vessels, fresh orders having been received to bring them in: and this afternoon three Danish vessels, have been sent in by different cruizers; and there is great reason to believe that our harbor will in a very short time be filled with ships belonging to the above nations.
STRASBURG, December 25.
It is no longer doubtful but that the Archduke Charles will set out from Bohemia from the head quarters of the Austrian army. On the 17th of December he passed by Lintz. His first order was not to break down the bridges of the Danube at Lintz, and other places, as was beginning to be done. This gave at first a ray of hope of peace. Soon that hope increased. It appears that in calling prince Charles into action, the Emperor was determined to make peace. No doubt upon that condition alone, has the prince consented to accept the command. A letter from the head quarters of Moreau, says positively that propositions of peace have been made on the part of the Emperor, and they were such as he did not think it his duty to reject; that in consequence peace was negotiating at the camp, and that the greatest joy prevailed there.
Letters from Nuremberg state, that the corps of Klenau and Simbschen have joined, and resumed the defensive. There has been a very warm engagement at Reichenbach, between Hersbruck and Lauf. Angereau has had, for some days, his head quarters at Henogen-Aurach, near Erlangen. General Waulger, commanding the van-guard, attacked the enemy at Lauf, and forced them to retreat after an obstinate battle. Simbschen and Klenau are still in the Upper Palatinate. their left at Neumark, their centre at Hersbruck, and their right at Auerbach.
Bulletin of the official Journal L' Moniteur.
PARIS, January 2.
Government this evening received very important dispatches from the army of the Rhine. The time at which they arrived, and their length, render it impossible for us to send off the number of this day to the departments; but these dispatches are of so interesting a nature that we think it our duty to give a short notice of them to such of our subscribers as do not reside in Paris, that they may participate in the happy intelligence as early as possible. It is as follows:
"The general of division Desfolles, chief of the staff of the army of the Rhine, in a letter addressed to the minister at war, dated Dec. 25, head quarters at Steyer, announces that general Lecorbe has made four or five hundred prisoners, and that general Richepanse had entered Steyer, where the enemy abandoned 17 pieces of cannon, and nearly four thousand prisoners, &c.
"We have every where found immense magazines; the loss of the enemy in ammunition and baggage is prodigious. At Lintz we found 10,000 bbls. of wheat and 25,000 sacks of oats. We are marching again. Erlach, and every thing announces the Austrians are going to rally themselves on the Trasen, and perhaps under the walls of Vienna.
"In second letter of the 26th ult. dated also from Steyer, general Desfolles informs the minister at war, that the Archduke Charles had proposed to Gen. Moreau an Armistice, announcing to him that the Emperor was to send ( envoyit ) a courier to Count Cobentzel with orders to sign a peace.
"The character of the Archduke Charles and his well known good faith were sure pledges of the Emperor's desire to terminate the war. He is besides forced to this measure by the deplorable state of his army, which have lost in 20 days 70 leagues of ground, 25,000 prisoners, 12 or 15,000 killed or wounded, 140 pieces of cannon, and immense magazines, was no longer able to keep our army from conquering all Austria, and dictating laws to the Emperor himself, even in his capital.
"The commander in chief in accepting the armistice, thought, that to stop amidst the most brilliant victories, was conforming to that character of moderation by which the chief consul has made himself known to all Europe.
"The armistice was signed at Steyer, Dec. 15, it contains 17 articles, the provisions of which are of such a nature, that they will enable us, even if it should be broken, to recommence the war with great advantages, and particularly with great security.
"The enemy, as a guarantee of the armistice, give up to the French army the forts of Kufstein, Scharnitz and other permanent points of fortification in the Tyrol, the defiles of Feintlermunz and Naudert, and other fortified points in the country of the Tyrol; and in the last places the fortresses of Wurtzburg in Franconia, and Braunau in the circle of Bavaria."
Alexandria Advertiser.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7.
Appointments by Authority.
JAMES MADISON, jun. Esq. of Virginia, Secretary of State.
HENRY DEARBORN, Esq. of the District of Maine, Secretary of War.
LEVI LINCOLN, Esq. of Massachusetts, Attorney General of the United States.
ROBERT R. LIVINGSTON, Esq. of New-York, Minister Plenipotentiary to the French Republic.
The Senate concurred unanimously in the above appointments. After which, a committee, consisting of Mr. Nicholas and Mr. Baldwin, were instructed to wait upon the President, to know whether he had any further communication, to make. Having waited upon him, they made report that the President had no further communications to make. Whereupon the Senate adjourned.
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For Freight or Charter, The fast sailing Schooner  ELIZABETH, James Allen, Master. For terms apply to the captain on board, at Hepburn & Dundas's wharf, or to  ROBERTS and GRIFFITH. February 27. d
Ricketts, Newton & Co.  HAVE RECEIVED, In addition to their former stock, a supply of the following GOODS:  Brussels and Scotch Car- peting—Hearth Rugs, Furniture Calicoes, Cassimeres, Handsome Register Stoves, with Steel Fenders, Shovels and Tongs, A handsome assortment of London bound Ledgers and Journals, Waste Books, Bill and Bank Books, &c. Gentlemen's fashionable Hats, Do. Dressing Cases complete, A handsome assortment of Japann'd and Silver Ware—elegant Tea Boards, Caddies, Wine Coolers, and Coast- ers, Tea and Coffee Urns, Plate Warmers, Pebble Watch Seals and Gold Chains. February 28. d
On WEDNESDAY the 11th day of March next, WILL BE SOLD, if fair, if not the next fair day, at the plantation of Roger West, deceased,  All the Household and Kit- chen furniture; about twenty head of cat- tle; a young stallion three years old in May or June next; a very good riding horse and some other horses; four or five Negroes, none of whom are old. Nine months credit will be given on all sums above 15 dollars, giving bond with ap- proved security, all sums of 15 dollars, and under, cash must be paid. And at the same time some young NE- GROES will be hired.
All persons having claims against the estate, are desired to bring them forward properly proved; and all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make imme- diate payment.
An Overseer is wanted to take charge of the plantation—any person inclinable to undertake it will make speedy applica- tion.
RICHARD CONWAY, Ex'or. February 24. d
A WATCH LOST.
FIVE DOLLARS REWARD.
Lost on the road from Geo. Town to Alexandria, on the Maryland side, or in Alexandria, on Wednesday last, a fashionable made silver watch, without a chain; part of the dial plate broke off, on which were the figures 5 and 6—mak- ers name supposed to be Geo. Disher, Lon- don. Whoever returns it, or gives in- formation to the subscriber, so that it may be recovered, shall receive the above re- ward. Watch makers, if offered to  them for sale, are desired to stop it. Wm. F. GIRD, Clock and Watch Maker. King-street, March 6. d3t
An active lad will be taken as an Apprentice at this Office.
On THURSDAY the 12th day of March, if fair, if not the next fair day, will be exposed for sale, at the plantation whereon I now dwell,  All the stock of Horses, Cat- tle, Sheep and Household Furniture the property of Samuel Bowling, deceased. Six months credit will be given for all sums above six pounds, giving bond with approved security; and all sums under six pounds cash must be paid.
All persons having claims against the estate are desired to bring them in proper- ly proved; and all those indebted are re- quested to make immediate payment.
MARIAM BOWLING, Adm'x. March 5. 3t
At the death of the late Col. Fitzgerald, there were standing in his name upon the books of the Bank of Alexan- dria five shares, the certificates of these shares were either lost or mislaid by him, they have not come to the hands of his ex- ecutors; the numbers are 233, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238. The certificates were granted to James Gillies, March 28th, 1793, and by different transfers at the bank were vested in Col. Fitzgerald. No person can derive any advantage from holding these certificates until a regular transfer be made at the bank, which now can only be done by the executors. Any person who can or will give any informa- tion respecting them will greatly oblige THOS. A. DIGGS, } Ex'ors. JAMES KEITH, } February 27. eo3t
Marine Insurance Company  of Alexandria.
The Stockholders in this in- stitution are hereby notified, that a divi- dend of five per cent. is this day de- clared on that part of the capital stock of the company which is now paid. Pay- able to the stockholders, or to their order, in ten days from this date.
By order of the President and Directors. J. B. NICKOLLS, Sec. January 31. eo(2)
FOR SALE, The large three story Brick WAREHOUSE, with the two story frame one adjoining, on the next lot to the north-east corner of King-street.
For size, strength, convenience and goodness of stand, this property is certain- ly the best in town. For terms, apply ni Baltimore to Messrs. Martin & Faus- fret, and in Alexandria to the subscriber:  Who will Rent
The three story brick Ware- house adjoining, formerly occupied by Mr. John Ridley. A. CHARLES CAZENOVE. February 2. eo3m
FOR SALE By William Hartshorne, On Col. Hooe's wharf,  James River Coal, Philadelphia loaf and lump Sugar, Hard Soap by the box, Also, a few boxes of crown or shaving Soap, Hay in bundles of about 200 weight, Flour, Bran and Shorts by the quantity, Tobacco in kegs.
Cash given for Wheat, Rye and Corn. 1st mo. 26. eo2m
Printing in all its variety exe- cuted with neatness and dispatch.
Mount-Vernon Fishery. THE public are informed that the re- port of the fishery being rented is a mis- take, the parties who were to have rented it having withdrawn from the bargain. Fish will be sold from the seine as cheap at this landing as at any on the river, and every exertion used to accommodate cus- tomers. The roads leading to this fishery are very direct and will be kept in good order for the accommodation of waggoners. March 5. d6t
KNIGHT of MALTA AND  YOUNG GIFT. THESE celebrated JACKS are so well known as to render a description unneces- sary; suffice it to say, they are superior to any in the United States, as they were imported and from them have sprung most of those now in the country.
They will cover at Eight Dollars the season and Half a Dollar to the groom. Good pasturage gratis. Mount-Vernon, March 5. d6t
The high bred imported Horse  PUNCH,
Will cover mares this season at William Powers's tavern, Four Mile Run, between George-Town and Alexandria, at Twenty Dollars each mare, and One  Dollar for the groom.
The following is a copy of a certificate from sir John Lad, bart. the original of which may be seen by applying to the subscriber.
London, Jan. 11, 1799. This is to certify that Punch was got by King Herod, his dam by old Marske, grand dam by the Cullen Arabian, great grand dam Blackeyes, by Regulus, great great grand dam by Crab, great great great grand dam by the Warlock Galloway.— This horse was my property and sold Wm. Powers.
JOHN LAD. Witness—Thomas Bullock. N. B. He won forty two different plates, besides matches and sweepstakes, while in the possession of sir John Lad, bart.
Good grass for mares at half a dollar per week, and every attention paid them, but not liable for accidents or escapes. The money to be paid at the time of covering or before the mares are taken away.
WILLIAM POWERS. February 24. d
For Sale, or to be Leased, In the City of Washington, and possession given immediately,
A handsome, well-finished three story BUILDING, on New-Jersey Avenue, in the vicinity of the Capitol, and the nearest dwelling on the south of it on Capitol Hill. The lot and house are well situated, and will always com- mand an uninterrupted view of the whole city and George-Town to the west, as well as of the Potomac and Eastern Branch. The house contains 10 convenient rooms, exclusive of garret and cellars.
If sold, United States stock, or stock in any of the banks would be taken for the whole or part of the payment, and a good title given; or, if leased for 5 years, the terms would be accommodating to a good tenant.
Further particulars may be known by applying to Mr. Joseph Hodgson, in that city, or the subscriber in Baltimore. MATHEW BROWN.
John & J. H. Tucker  HAVE FOR SALE; At their Store, corner of King and Union Streets,
Turk's Island and } SALT, Liverpool } Loaf and Muscovado Sugars, Coffee and Molasses, Fresh Raisins and Spices, Imperial, } Hyson, } TEAS, Young Hyson, } Hyson Skin, } Souchong, } Madeira, } Sherry, } St. Lucar, } WINES, Malaga, } Claret, } Old Brandy, } Spirits, Whiskey, &c. Wool and Cotton Cards, 10d, 12d, and 20d Nails, With a general assortment of Carpenters' and Farmers' Tools.
Also—A few trunks of fine Mullin, Irish Linen, and German Stripes, which they will sell low for cash, or exchange for country produce.
Cash given for White Beans and Peas. March 3. eo12t
WILLIAM OXLEY & Co. At their WHOLESALE Woollen, Linen and Cotton WAREHOUSE,
Prince street, (formerly occupied by Mr. W. I Hall)—Have for sale, A variety of seasonable GOODS which they will dispose of low for cash or produce. A liberal credit will be given to those who apply well recommended. February 24. eo3w
Property for Sale. Two hundred and forty acres of excellent FARMING LAND , lying in the county of Loudoun, about 14 miles from Leesburg, and one mile from the turnpike road leading from thence to Snic- ker's Gap, being part of Scotland Tract, formerly belonging to Mr. W. Nelson.
A HOUSE and LOT in Leesburg, possessed by Mr. Dawson, mer- chant.  A HOUSE and LOT eligi- bly situated, in Fairfax-street, Alexan- dria, in the possession of Mr. Charles Jones, coachmaker.
A LOT in Dumfries, on which are built a strong and commodious brick dwelling house and a kitchen, sta- ble and granary—in the occupancy of Mr. Esme Smock. This messuage, from its vicinity to the creek and other local pro- perties, is well calculated for a person in the grain or tobacco business.
If the two first mentioned properties are not previously disposed of by private bar- gain, they will be exposed to public sale at Mrs. Myers's tavern, in Leesburg, on the 9th day of March next, being the first day of Loudoun county court.
For terms, application may be made to Mr. Thomas Harrison, Dumfries, or to COLIN AULD, Cameron-street, Alexandria. February 2. mw&tf
PRINTED DAILY BY  S. SNOWDEN & Co. KING-STREET, a few doors above the WASHINGTON TAVERN.