Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1802-07-13 00:00:00

Public Sale.
On FRIDAY, At ten o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, Rum in hogheads and barrels. Whiskey in barrels, Gin in casks and barrels, Port wine in casks, Molasses in hds. Sugar in hds and bls. White and brown soap in boxes, Chocolate in boxes, Coffee in tierces and bags, Raisins in kegs and boxes. Queens Ware in crates, handsomely assorted,
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS.  —AMONG WHICH ARE— Superfine cloth and Kersimere, Narrow Cloth, and Flannels, Irish Linens, and Oznaburgs, Sail duck of different qualities, Chintzes and Calicoes, Cambric and Cotton shawls, India Mullin and Table Cloaths, Coloured threads and sowing silks, Ribbons, Hats, and A number of other articles. P. G. MARSTELLER, July 13 Vendue Master.  Sales by Auction.  On WEDNESDAY next, At ten o'clock, will be Sold at the Auction Room, 4th proof Jamaica Rum in hogheads, Holland Gin in pipes and bls. New-England Rum in bls. Port Wine in quarter casks, Lisbon Wine in pipes, Molasses in hds. Sugar in bls. Soap Candles and Chocolate in boxes, Pepper in bags, Castor Oil in bottles, Fig Blue in kegs. Together with a large quantity of DRY GOODS, Among which are Chintzes and Calicoes, Sprigg'd, lappet, jaconet and book muf-lins and mullin shawls, White and coloured Marseilles and muf-linets, Linen and cotton checks, Bandannoes, flags and chequered silk handkerchiefs, Large and small fans, Irish and German linens, Mens and Womens' saddles, A quantity of mens' and womens' shoes. THOMAS MOORE, July 10 Auctioneer.  NOTICE,  Whereas Certificates for Forty SHARES MARINE STOCK, as at foot described, have been either lost, mislaid or stolen.  NOTICE is hereby given that all transfer of said stock is stopped with the Marine Insurance Company, and application is made for a renewal of said Certificates, of which all persons will be pleased to take notice.  WILLIAM HODGSON, Attorney for ARTHUR JONES.  Numbers and description of the Certificates. 4283 at 4302 inclusive issued in the name of Joseph Cary. 4273 at 4283 ditto, issued in the name of Joseph Baynes Noble, and by those gentlemen respectively transferred to Mr. Arthur Jones, in whose name they at present stand. June 29. d  TO LET,  A convenient two story frame house and store, on King street, next door to Mr. Koone's tavern. Possession may be had the 1st of July next, apply to JOSEPH RIDDLE & Co. June 29. d  For Freight or Charter,  THE BRITISH BRIG HANNAH, now ready to take in a cargo. She carries about 1300 barrels. Apply to R. T. HOOE & Co. Who have received by the above brig from London, a great variety of HARD WARE, assorted in cases and casks, Gilt and plated Furniture in do. Looking Glasses of different sizes, White Lead and Paints of different colors, ground in oil, And a quantity of best LONDON PORTER and BROWN STOUT. July 10. d  NOTICE.  THE SHIP WILLIAM & JOHN; THOMAS WOODHOUSE master; about two years old, built in this place by Mr. John Hunter, a fine strong well built, fast sailing vessel--(no accident happening) is intended to be in London to bring out the Spring Goods; will sail as soon from London as any vessel from that port for the United States, and intended a constant trader. JAMES WILSON. JOHN WILSON. N. B. Any Tobacco consigned to Messrs. James and John Wilson, London, the usual advance will be made, upon application to JAMES WILSON. July 3. d m  FOR LONDON DIRECT,  THE BRITISH BRIG THOMAS, Captain Drewry, expected to sail in 10 or 12 days. A few Hds. of Tobacco would be received on freight, and the usual advance made upon it, if addressed to Thomas Middleton and Co.—immediate application must be made to ROBERT T. HOOE & Co. Who have for sale excellent CLARET in boxes of 1 1/2 and 2 dozen each; a few Parmazan CHEESES of a superior quality, and a quantity of Italian MARBLE SLABS for Hearths. June 23. d  FOR SALE,  At Mount Vernon, on the 20th day of July, and continue till all is disposed of, for cash, the Household and Kitchen FURNITURE, consisting of almost every description, some valuable PAINTINGS and PRINTS; also a pipe of choice old MADEIRA WINE. Notice is further given, that all persons having claims against the estate of Mrs. Martha Washington, late of Fairfax county, deceased, are requested to exhibit them to the subscribers, with vouchers therefor, and every one indebted to the same are desired to make immediate payment. THO. PETER, G. W. P. CUSTIS, Executors.  The executors of Gen. Washington will avail themselves of the above opportunity, and offer for sale on six months credit, a number of  VALUABLE CATTLE,  the greater part of them from imported stock, about five hundred head of sheep, and nearly the same number of hogs, together with one elegant CHARIOT and COACHEE, with harness complete for four horses, also four carriage and two riding HORSES, with a number of Farming Utensils, Camp Equipage, and a variety of other articles too numerous to particularize. THE EXECUTORS. June 24. ddf  In obedience to a Decree of  the Court of Alexandria County, of Saturday the 17th day of July next, in fair, if not the next fair day, will be offered for sale on the premises, upon a credit that will be then made known, for notes with approved indorsers, negotiable at the Bank of Alexandria,  A Lot of Ground,  Containing half an acre, lying upon the east side of Alfred street and south side of Cameron street, in the town of Alexandria, extending on Alfred street 176 feet 7 inches, upon Cameron street 123 feet 5 inches. There are a convenient two story frame dwelling house, with a kitchen and other out houses upon the lot, which now rent for £. 50 per annum. The lot is subject to an annual rent of £. 15. As the lot is large it will be laid off into smaller divisions, and sold either in these divisions, or altogether, as will be most agreeable to those inclined to purchase. This sale is made to satisfy a debt due from Thomas Richards to Thompson and Veitch. JAMES KEITH, JOHN JANNEY, JOHN DUNLAP, Com'rs. June 17. ddf  FOR SALE,  On the 16th day of August next, at the Red House, in Prince William county by the Trustees of the late Gen. Nelson. About 3000 acres of LAND, lying in the counties of Prince William and Loudoun, near the said Red House. Terms of payment as follows. One fourth part of the purchase money to be paid on the first day of January, 1803, and the other three fourth parts thereof to be paid at three subsequent annual payments.—Bonds, with approved security, to be given by the purchasers at the time of sale, and interest thereon to be paid at the rate of six per cent. from the first day of January, 1803. If the first payment of the purchase money be not punctually made, the land to be again exposed to sale, by the subscribers for ready money; if the land should not then sell for the full amount of the said purchase money, the purchaser or purchasers to be accountable upon their bonds for the deficiency. If the first payment be punctually made, title will be given to the purchasers, and deeds of trust must be executed by them for securing the future payments, which deeds of trust will be acted upon, and the lands exposed to sale for ready money, by the trustees, for the full amount of the whole bonds, by virtue of the deeds of trust, if any one of the future annual payments be not punctually made. The lands will be laid off in lots to suit purchasers, who will have the right of feeding them after the 20th day of August next. NATHANIEL BURWELL, THOMAS NELSON, jun. Surviving Trustees of Gen. Thomas Nelson, deceased. June 14. ddf  NOTICE.  You that have accustomed yourselves for some time past, to getting over my fences and treading down my wheat and other grain, and more especially to such as are in the habit of getting into my garden, and orchard on Hunting Creek, and stealing therefrom my fruit and vegetables; I forwarn you, that you will be brought to disgrace and punishment before a court of justice, if you do not desist. R. T. HOOE. July 2. d  JUST RECEIVED FROM NORFOLK,  and for sale by the subscriber, Fresh Lemons by the box or retail; excellent soft shell'd almonds and oranges; muskadel raisins; double and single Gloster cheese, tamarinds, &c. &c. with 700 bushels of Lisbon Salt. ABEL WILLIS. May 4. d  Public Sale.  On TUESDAY the 13th instant, at three o'clock in the afternoon, will positively be sold, on the premises, a two story FRAME HOUSE & LOT, situate on Prince street, between Fayette and Payne streets; for the benefit of the creditors of John Stewart, deceased. P. G. MARSTELLER, v. M. July 10. d3t  ROBBERY.  THE house occupied by the subscriber in Sharpfin Alley, was on Monday night last broke open and ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SIX DOLLARS in silver, stolen therefrom. I will give a reward of FIFTY DOLLARS to any person who will give information where the money may be had and the thief or thieves brought to justice, or in proportion for any part of the money recovered. It is to be hoped the citizens of Alexandria will interest themselves in detecting the perpetrators of this daring act, as it constituted my all, and had been procured by hard labor. WILLIAM DEVAUGHN. July 7. d6t  Notice is hereby given,  To the stockholders of the Bank of Alexandria, that a dividend of four and a half per cent. on the capital stock of said Bank is this day declared; which will be ready to be paid to them or their legal representatives on Thursday next the 8th instant. By order of the President and Directors, GURDEN CHAPIN, Cashier. July 5. d4v  SPRING GOODS.  JOSEPH RIDDLE & Co. Have imported in the brig Union, captain Woodhouse, from London, a general assortment of goods suitable for the present season, which they offer for sale on reasonable terms, by the piece or package. May 18. d  For Sale, or to Rent,  THE unexpired lease of a HOUSE and LOT, on Queen street, with a BAKE-HOUSE thereon; the lease has 3 years to run. The stand is good for business, and is well known, having been occupied for a length of time by a baker. For particulars apply to THOMAS SIMMS, Prince street. March 20. d  LANDING,  At Merchants' wharf, A quantity of prime barrel'd PORK. Wm. HODGSON. June 1. d  SPRING GOODS.  WILLIAM OXLEY Has received per the Paul Seiman, wife Baltimore, and Union, capt. Woodhouse, from London, A supply of suitable GOODS for the season, which are now opening and will be sold low by the package or piece, and he is in daily expectation of receiving further supplies. N. B. He has also for sale, China in boxes and Sadrery. May 19. d  Fifty bds. of PORK for sale by WM. HARTSHORNE.  I will give Ten Dollars reward to any person who will give information of the thief or thieves who broke open my warehouse on Kirk's wharf, a few nights ago, and stole one barrel of pork from thence, provided the proof is sufficient to convict the thief. W. H. 5 mo. 14. d

ON EDUCATION.
"WHATSOEVER things are true, whatsoever things are honorable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report," the Bible plainly teaches and energetically enforces, by the sanction of divine authority. Children should be accustomed to drink at this pure fountain. In every christian country, and in ours particularly, they should be diligently instructed from these "treasures of wisdom and knowledge," which the sacred volume contains. Its plain & infinitely important doctrines & precepts should be made to "drop as the rain and distill as the dew" into their tender minds. Thus, through the divine blessing, the seeds of truth and righteousness would take root in their hearts, and they would be gradually preparing for excellence and usefulness in the various social relations as, well as for a future state of unspotted purity and perfect felicity.
It is equally a matter of regret and astonishment, that christian nations have in so great a degree, neglected to incorporate the Bible into their systems of education: and the astonishment is greatly increased by comparing the conduct of christians, in this respect, with that of Pagans and Mahometans. The most distinguished Pagan nations have been careful to instruct their children in the principles, ceremonies and practices of their religion. The Mahometans universally bring up their children in the habit of revering the Alcoran, in the contents of which they diligently instruct them, even from infancy, and esteem all other learning to be trifling, in comparison with the knowledge of that book. But the children of nominal christians are suffered to grow up in ignorance of the Bible. Its divine authority is acknowledged; the peerless excellence of its morality is granted; and yet the avails of it, in forming the principles, the manners and habits of children and youth, are sadly neglected. To whatever causes this neglect may be owing the effects are fatal to children, who growing up, void of moral and religious principles and without mental restraints, fall easy victims to the seductions of vice.
Inasmuch as virtue, or pure morality, cherished and supported by religious principles, is especially in a republic, the basis of social order: and public happiness, it is very plain, that instructing children in the sacred scriptures is infinitely important to this country, in a political view; and should, therefore, engage the lively attention of legislators and magistrates, as well as of parents and teachers. A sound and prudent policy is concerned, as well to prevent the existence of crimes against social order, as to restrain them by punishments when they do exist: and surely no preventive to vices and crimes can be found, so efficacious, & at the same time, so practicable and easy, as by deeply enstamping the minds of children with moral and religious impressions, by a due application of the truths of the sacred book. If all the peculiar and superior advantages, which christianity affords, were to be prudently and faithfully used in forming the principles and habits of children, it would have an astonishing effect in purifying the public morals. Were scripture knowledge to be made an indispensable part of school instruction, throughout this country, vice would be abashed and hide its head, legal punishments would be rare, the beauty of social order, would everywhere be apparent, and that righteousness would spring up and flourish, which exalteth a nation. At the same time a judicious selection from the Bible would be more proper, as a system of school instruction, than the promiscuous reading of the whole volume; and that, for the following reasons. In our English translation of the Bible, some words and phrases have, in this age of refinement, become indecent and unsuitable to be used in schools.
Some historical facts are related, such as the divine order to Abraham to sacrifice his son, and also to the Hebrews to exterminate the nations living in the land of Canaan, which would be liable to make wrong impressions on the minds of children, unless they were to be carefully explained. The typical and ceremonial laws of Moses, which are now done away, may be profitably read in no other manner than by connecting those types and ceremonies with the objects, which they typified and thad-
dowed forth; and of this the generality of children are not capable. The prophecies of the Old Testament, and also the Apocalypse, or book of Revelation, are generally obscure, so that it needs a considerable degree of learning, as well as mature judgment to understand and apply them: they are not therefore suited to the capacities of children. Solomon's Songs is an allegory, and abounds with expressions and images, which are so liable to be perverted to loose purposes, (that according to a Jewish tradition,) the ancient Hebrews were not permitted to read it, till they had arrived at the mature age of thirty years. The impropriety of reading that part of the Bible in schools must be obvious to every one. It is testified by the apostle Peter that some things in Paul's Epistles "are hard to be understood, which the unlearned and the unstable are liable to wrest unto their own destruction." Such passages of scripture are far above the capacities of children and cannot conduce to their improvement.
Our Saviour communicated moral and religious instruction with a prudent reference to the capacities and attainments of those whom he instructed. Accordingly he observed to his disciples, "I have many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now." St. Paul likewise, in his letter to a people who had but lately been initiated into the knowledge of christianity, remarked, that "he had fed them with milk and not with meat; because hitherto they were not able to bear it."
Now, milk, in a moral, as well as in a natural sense, is the poorest food for children. They should be first taught the most plain and simple moral truths, and be ed on further, as their capacities enlarge. For the aforementioned reasons, which have merely been briefly stated, and might easily be amplified, it is judged that selections from the Bible, particularly adapted to the capacities and improvement of children, would be more proper for school instruction than the Bible itself.
SENEX.
BOSTON, July 5.
We understand that the Refiners of Sugar at Baltimore received not long since written information from the Commissioners of the Revenue of the United States, that the stock of sugars not sent out from the sugar houses, nor sold on the 30th June, would be exempt from the excise. In consequence of this communication—the refining of sugar was continued, and considerable stock accumulated on hand. On the 28th June, two days prior to the operation of the laws repealing the internal taxes, a letter was received from the Attorney General, stating that all sugar on hand the 30th June, which have gone through the first process must pay the excise. This the refiners deem a peculiar hardship, severes of whom, without redress be obtained will lose the duty on from 100 to 200,000 lb. of sugar. They have determined to take the advice of three of the most eminent counsel in Philadelphia—and if encouraged, strenuously to treat, "with opprobrium and disrespect" the attorney general's construction of the law. Should they determine on doing this, we trust that the refiners and distillers here who are also sufferers, will zealously co-operate with their brethren at the southward; and should it be proved that the present administration has negligently and wantonly trifled with the property of any class of citizens, we hope it may meet the detestation such conduct merits.
BANK BILLS.
The circulation, in this commonwealth, of the bank bills of other states, of a less denomination than 5 dollars, ceased by law on the 1st instant. The legislature of New-Hampshire has passed a law prohibiting the currency of such bills in that state after the 1st day of December next. And the legislature of Connecticut have enacted, that no bill of a less value than one dollar, either of that or any other state, shall be passed there after the 1st of September next.
NEW-YORK, July 10.
Arrived, brig Peggy, Hamilton, St. Croix; Schooner Eliza, Wyley, St. Thomas; Volunteer, Bell, Currao; Jefferson, Sebastians, Newburne (N. C.)
Cleared brig Moses Gill, Patterson, Greenock.
Schooner Jefferson, Sebastian, from Newbern N. C. Off the Capes of Delaware spoke schooner Wilmington Packet out 3 days from New-York, bound to Wilmington N. C.
Schooner Vulteer, Bell, 14 days from Currao. Left there schooner Ramble, Tylee, of New-York; Schooner Atlanta, of do; sloop Friendship, Saunders, of do; a schooner of Baltimore: and several others names not recollected.
Schooner Eliza, Wyley, from St. Thomas. Left there, Pilot-boat Schooner Preferance of this port.
Brig Peggy, Hamilton, from St. Croix. Left at St. Croix the schooner Betsey, Garton of Philadelphia; and schr. Ward of New-Haven. The day after leaving St. Croix, spoke a brig from the Cape of Good Hope, bound to St. Thomas. Flour 24 dollars, beef 14 pork 18, indian meal 5 dollars per cwt, butter 4 bits per lb. and hogslard 2 bits.
NORFOLK, July 8.
Arrived in Hampton Roads, bound to City Point, the ship Alexander, captain McIntosh from Bristol.
In lat. 42, long 44, spoke the ship Franklin, from Wilmington, N. C. bound to Bourdeaux. In lat 3, long 72, spoke the ship Amsterdam Packet, of and from Philadelphia, bound to Bourdeaux.
Arrived the Schooner John and Ruth. Captain Clapper, 12 days from Jamaica.
Arrived the schr. Eliza, capt. Cox, from Kingston.
Arrived in distress, bound to Charleston S. C. the Schooner Sally, captain Young from Port Republican.
Arrived in Hampton Roads, the schr. Polly, Captain Mallory, 15 days from Port Republican.
Arrived the Schooner Nancy Washington, captain Older, 9 days from Antigua.
Left there brig Fame, Drummond, to sail in 4 day—and schr. Adeona, Hichman, to sail in 10 days, both for this port.
Arrived the Schooner Ann, capt. Caliss, from Martinique.
Alexandria Advertiser.
TUESDAY, JULY 13.
Extract from a letter published by Mr. Calender, in his Recorder.
"Since the subscriber came to Richmond, Mr. Jefferson spoke of him to a Scotsman, whose name is known, and whose face is familiar to every individual of the city guard. To this friend Mr. Jefferson said that it was of no concern in what paper he met with C's paragraphs. He always recognised them in the first sentence. At that time, the approaching president had seen a part of the first volume of The Prospect. The sheets, as they were printed off, had been sent him. To the gentleman just referred to, the president expressed his curiosity to see the remainder of the book. Upon one passage, he made this remark: "I think I see John Adams twirling off his wig, and stamping on it." This hint was adopted in the second volume of The Prospect. The accuracy of the anecdote rests upon the observation of Mr. Jefferson.
"Another observation may be mentioned as for the president's opinion of the subscriber. Mr. Thomas Leiper of Philadelphia is brother to the late Dr. Lieper of Richmond, whose worth is so distinctly remembered, and whose death has been so sincerely lamented. Mr. Lieper is as independent in his circumstances, and his sentiments, as any man well can be. In spring, 1798, Mr. Jefferson told this gentleman that the subscriber was the best writer of newspaper paragraphs that he had ever seen either in America, or in Europe. This compliment is very much overcharged. Perhaps Mr. Jefferson might be somewhat impressed by his thinking upon the same side of the question which the subscriber had embraced. Yet after making a large and reasonable deduction for the vivacity of conversation, and for the prejudices of a political partisan, enough will still remain to form a respectful attestation. But the evidence of his opinion does not rest upon such sallies of discourse, as those which have just now been quoted.
"A short time after I came to Richmond, there was printed in a monthly magazine a long extract from the first and at that time unpublished volume of The Prospect. Upon Mr. Jefferson's receiving the specimen sheets, he returned not merely a letter of thanks, but, to my great surprise he said that he had directed Mr. George Jefferson of Richmond to pay me fifty dollars. When the first part of the second volume was put to press, Mr. Jefferson sent, unsolicited, and unexpected, a second remittance to the same amount. These hundred dollars attest, beyond a thousand letters of compliment, how seriously the
president was satisfied with the contents of the book, and how anxiously he felt himself interested in its success. With this explanation the reader is left to judge, whether Mr. Jefferson would have supported my assistance likely to injure the Examiner!"
The style of Bonaparte is to be altered, as soon as the vote is taken appointing him Consul for life. He is then to be called "Consul of the Gauls." The ghost of Republicanism will then be lain in the tombs of the Capets. Lon. pap.
Through the politeness of the inspectors, we have been favoured with the following statement of the quantity of flour inspected at this place, since the first of January last—
Flour inspected at Frankfort, in the year 1802, by James & Haden, Inspectors:
   Barrels.     Condemned, 135   Fine, 3823   Superfine, 8048   Total, 12011  
when we look back and discover that as late as 1796, scarce a boat descended our rivers, and that the whole quantity of produce exported, would not amount to as much as the flour inspected at a single port, in little more than five months of the year 1802, we are lost in astonishment at the unparalleled strides our country has made, in the short space of six years, towards commercial greatness—more particularly when we take into view, the innumerable disadvantages our country labours under in a commercial light:—our market lying at an immense distance; out a single outlet (the Mississippi) to that market being under a foreign government, and subject to the controul of an individual, who may be governed by the whim of a moment, or an arbitrary disposition: the market but little known to Europeans; and it being the interest of our Atlantic brethren, to encourage the commerce of their own ports:—all these circumstances combined, has hitherto rendered the prices of our commodities unusually fluctuating, and the prospects of success extremely uncertain. Under these disadvantages, our country has, in the last 6 years made unprecedented advances in the commercial world, who can calculate our progress in commercial importance, when those local and artificial embarrassments are removed! We will not attempt to predict that we shall not vie with any country, even though they possess more facile means of conveying their commodities to market.
(Kentucky pap.)
It is with emotions of the deepest regret, that we announce to the public, the death of capt. Bernard Magee, who fell a victim to the malicious and undiscriminating vengeance of the barbarians on the N. W. Coast of America—As nearly as we can collect, the following are the circumstances of this disastrous event. It appears, that after having been some time on the coast, capt. Magee steered his ship for a small cove, where he had been informed capt. Swift, in the ship Hazard, had remained the previous winter. On his arrival there, three natives came on board his ship, and with signs of the greatest friendship offered to conduct him to the spot where capt. Swift had wintered. This they punctually performed, and with the appearance of much satisfaction pointed out two log houses capt. Swift had erected. Here the ship lay in apparent security two days; but on the third, being the 16th of Sept. last, a canoe with four natives came along side. They were taken on board, and treated with every mark of hospitality. After a friendly repast, in the afternoon capt. Magee with his boy went on shore to inspect the repairs of a boat. He was followed by these savages, who, on landing fired a pistol at the carpenter, which wounded him in his hip, stabbed the boy in three places, and seizing the unfortunate captain inflicted a severe and mortal wound. As soon as intelligence of this disaster reached the ship, a boat well manned and armed was detached to his relief, but arrived too late to do any other service than to put the perpetrators to flight, and to carry him on board, and administer all the comfort which could be afforded in his last moments. He expired with great resolution, his last sighs in expressions of tenderness for his nearest friend. The whole must have been a concerted plan, originating in a quarrel which a little time before had taken place between the natives and the crews of some American vessels on the Coast, manifested on both sides with much rancour, and in acts of cruelty, which considering the superior intelligence of our countrymen, cannot but be viewed as extremely reprehensible.
While we sympathize with his friends who have lately, but too often drank from the cup of affliction, we bewail the injury the community sustains in the loss of so worthy a member. He was one of the best of men, and combined in his person every good property to make him useful; and had he lived, to have rendered him an or-

ament to society. With an active, enterprising disposition, he united a most unassuming demeanor; with a manly impetuous spirit, the most engaging modesty; with an excellent understanding, which revealed to him the wiles which unhappily too much degrade and obscure the human character, he was so far from practicing them himself, that although in most instances he would by his prudence have averted their consequences, the goodness of his heart on this occasion betrayed him into a too fatal security, and he fell a sacrifice to a barbarous revenge, awakened and exasperated by the indiscretions of other people.
The ship remained in the utmost hazard of being cut off, having received several discharges of musketry from the shore, which killed one man, and wounded another; but by the unremitting and spirited exertions of the officers and crew, and favoured by the darkness of night they effected their escape without any further accident. We learn that the carpenter recovered of his wound but the boy died. These losses were afterwards supplied from two ships they fell in with on the coast, belonging to Mr. Dorr, from whom they received the most humane treatment; and derived all the assistance the nature of their situation demanded.
(Boston Palladium.)
ON THE ADVANTAGES AND THE DANGERS OF LEARNING. CHOICE OF BOOKS.
CONCLUDED.
In order to read with advantage, we should read with moderation—Not in haste or without order—not from a motive of vanity—but with an honest desire of gaining information. It avails but little to read a great number of books—to skim over fashionable works, or such as treat of subjects the most interesting.—What we read should be well digested, reflected on frequently, and at stated seasons. From the variety that is ever issuing from the press, a selection of the best works should be made, that is to say, of those that are most necessary, and the best adapted to our condition, to our capacity or pursuits. These should be perused agreeably to some fixed plan, with attention, with frequent recollection, and as often as occasion offers, should be made the subject of conversation with intelligent and judicious friends.
True it is, there are many light kinds of reading to which these remarks are not applicable, but they will be found worthy of attention in those from which it is intended to draw instruction. In all such, one should endeavor to embrace the views of the author, to observe the connection of his ideas, the plan he has pursued, the end he proposes, and afterwards to review in our own minds the substance of what we have read. In this, it is plain, that considerable exertion is necessary. Reading is an effort of the mind, the faculties of which should not be misemployed. Whatever does not awaken attention, and impress useful knowledge, is nothing but vanity and vexation of spirit.”
In early life, it is a matter of no small importance also, to read with caution and distrust—not to espouse too hastily new ideas, that are repugnant to established opinions. It is necessary that an author's proofs in favor of new sentiments should be rigorously scrutinized—that the facts on which they are grounded, and the consequences deduced, should be ascertained and accurately weighed. We should enquire whether his statements comport with those of credible and intelligent witnesses—whether (if an historian) he is candid and impartial—whether he has not some bias from party, from prejudice, or from interest? If the writer treats on morals, we should ask whether his maxims be found on his rules of prudence unquestionable—whether they accord with reason, with experience, or the eternal laws of justice, equity and virtue.
Unless the young read with this spirit of enquiry and of circumspection, they will on a thousand occasions be exposed to error, for the best writers are liable to mistakes, and the greater their reputation, with the greater caution and distrust should they be read. The charms of style often engage the attention and please the fancy, as to give falsehood the dress of truth. We should, therefore, always endeavor to form an opinion for ourselves. We should exercise at once a strict yet liberal criticism—we should not be imposed on by the name and celebrity of an author—we should endeavor to ascertain his moral
character and his ruling passion, in order properly to estimate the degree of confidence he merits.
Again, not satisfied with reading with attention, we should read with a resolution to retain whatever is worthy of recollection, and to apply it to our particular use in the pursuits of life. The great end of all our reading should, be to correct false opinions—to enlarge the sphere of our knowledge, and to strengthen us in the habits and practice of virtue. To read much is of little importance; what is more essential, is to retain what we have read, to digest it well, to fix it permanently in our minds by reflection, and to render it useful in the concerns of life. To the light thus acquired we should add our own, we should follow the tract of knowledge, thus opened to our view, in order to acquire new information, and from principles evidently found, to draw just and useful consequences.
Such are the chief advantages to be drawn from books—they should lead us to reflection, to habits of virtue and of correct thought. Those works are the best which furnish the most subjects for remark; and those are the most useful that recall us most frequently to our own reflections, or that confirm those virtuous sentiments which they excite.
While engaged in the pursuit of knowledge, there is a rule which ought to be observed with care. To read with advantage, one should often review a work that is truly good. A strong feature which characterizes every well executed work that bears the impression of genuine talents; of truth or virtue; is, that it seldom fatigues the reader; on a second or third reading it affords as much pleasure and instruction as at first. The perusal of a good book is like conversing with an enlightened and virtuous friend; To this one returns with constant and unalloyed pleasure—it is a rich mine, which however often dug, still supplies new treasures, it is a stream forever flowing, and forever conveying fresh materials for thought and enjoyment.
But in applying ourselves to reading, we should be very cautious not to devote too much time, nor to affix too high a value to this employment. 'Tis but a mean of acquiring wisdom. True wisdom consists not so much in knowing what is just and good, as in practising it. It is the duty, therefore, of every one who has duties to discharge, or who is called to the exercise of the social virtues, to prefer these to the employment of his time in reading. Knowledge the most distinguished, while it consists in mere speculation, is nothing but vanity. If it does not render us better in social and domestic life, its benefits are few indeed. In a word, not content with reading books , we should endeavor also to learn from the experience of others, to study their hearts, and to study our own. The sources of wisdom and truth are not far from any of us.—They are at hand, under the eyes of all men, of the poor as of the rich, of the ignorant as of the learned. Human life is a school of wisdom; Every day reveals to us some important truth. What a volume is experience! What useful lessons does it teach! Often severe and distressing, but not the less salutary on that account.—Alas, that its lessons should so frequently be forgotten! What a book is in the human heart! Could we more frequently descend into our own, what a fund of intellectual and moral wealth should we find. There lie those germs of virtue, which, properly fostered, would spring up and bear a rich harvest of enjoyment; there lie those hidden springs of action, from which proceed the virtues and affections which so essentially contribute to the happiness of others.
Finally, is not the whole world a book forever open to our eyes! Here the hand of the Deity has traced in characters not to be effaced or misunderstood, proofs of his existence, of his power, his wisdom, his goodness, and his superintending providence. Yes, constantly and univerrally, Heaven speaks and instructs us in the works of creation. From these lessons, from these sources of truth and knowledge, let us ever endeavor to derive advantage; assured that our labors will not be in vain, but that we shall thus daily become more wife, more virtuous, better characters in all the relations of life, and better prepared for “that mansion not made with hands, eternal in the Heavens.”
(Com. Adv.)
Twelve of the principal commercial houses of Brussels have made every necessary arrangement for establishing coasting
houses at Antwerp. Several American families from the United States have arrived at the latter place with the intention of fixing themselves there. We hear also that one of the first commercial men in London is about establishing one of his sons at Antwerp, with a capital of one million of florins, for the purpose of forming a house of correspondence between England and the North of Germany principally. In short the city of Antwerp becomes every day more flourishing; the houses have already trebled in value. The Scheldt is covered with trading vessels of different nations, who daily come thither with valuable cargoes, and every thing announces that this commercial city will shortly become the rival of Amsterdam. It is in the course of this year that they will begin to clean the port of Antwerp, to remove the bar which impedes the course of the Scheldt, and to continue the works contemplated for the other establishments.
(Paris pap.)
Translated for the Mercantile Advertiser from a late Paris Paper.
The Tribunal of Cassation has just given a remarkable decision in a case, the ground of which made it an interesting subject for discussion. The question was, “Whether a husband has a right to beat his wife, and whether the tribunals have the right of repressing that excess of power assumed by the husband?”
An inhabitant of the city of Gand, was in the practice of beating his wife; The public accuser took cognizance of the fact, and the offender was summoned before the Tribunal of Correctional Police. The assistant attorney-general, who had instituted the suit, defended the right of the weaker against the violence of the stronger, and drew his conclusions in favour of the wife. The Tribunal considering however, that the public tranquility had not been disturbed, and that there appeared no complaint on the part of the wife, decided for the acquittal of the husband. The assistant attorney-general appealed from this judgment to the criminal Tribunal. The attorney-general attending that tribunal, considered the case in quite a different point of view, and contended that the repression of the crime ascribed to the husband, did not come within the province of tribunals. He saw nothing in the indictment that could become of judicial decision, and concluded, therefore, that the husband ought to be acquitted, in order to prevent the spreading of alarm in families, and the injury of public morals. The tribunal did not adopt his reasoning and were of opinion that the title of husband could not invest him with the right of beating a woman; and considering, therefore, that in point of fact the accused had beaten his wife, they condemned him to one month's imprisonment.
The same zeal displayed by the assistant attorney-general in behalf of the wife was here shewn with equal warmth by the attorney-general in favor of the husband. He obtained leave to bring the case before the tribunal of Cassation; and there expressed in a much more comprehensive manner the reasons for his opinion and the motives for his appeal. He presented to the tribunal every consideration calculated to invalidate the judgment of the tribunal of Escaut, and maintained that none but abuses endangering the life of those who suffer by them, can be and have ever been the subject of an extraordinary pursuit; to think otherwise would be to annihilate the necessary privilege of correction exercised by the husband over his wife, and which adds he, it is to be presumed he never abuses without strong and important causes.
Citizen Leclerc, assistant attorney-general, undertook the defence of the beaten party—He pretended that the title of husband did not debar the influence of the laws established for the protection of all individuals of the social body; and concluded that the tribunal of the Escaut could apply against the delinquent the dispositions of the law of the 14th July, 1791.
By judgment of the 28th Ventose, the Tribunal of Cassation rejected the application, and consequently confirmed the judgment of the tribunal of the Escaut, which condemned the husband to one month's imprisonment for beating his wife.
Amongst the arguments made use of in behalf of the husband in this case we notice the following: “Man and wife make but one. If the husband beats his wife, it is but an individual he beats; and being identified with the person beaten, it follows that he is himself beaten. There-
fore, no law can punish an individual who will beat himself; it is to opinion alone that it belongs to do justice to this kind of freaks.”
IMPROVED RUDDER.
Captain Bolton's invention of an “Improved Rudder,” is described, in the specifications, as a rudder prepared with means for enlarging its breadth, whenever this shall be necessary.
It is made in two parts; or with a slit of sufficient width, passing at the exterior edge, down the middle of its thickness.—In this aperture is inserted a triangular piece of wood or plate of metal, which hangs on a centre pin passing thro its head, and thro the whole thickness of the rudder: has the head for convenience in turning, semi-circular, and furnished with teeth to sustain it at any particular degree of extension; and, when not actually employed to enlarge the breadth of the rudder, fills the slit which was made to contain it. A bolt passing through the head of the rudder, or at its back is made to throw out or draw back the moveable piece of wood, or plate of metal, whenever it is moved to right or left. The piece of wood, or plate of metal, when thrown forward by the bolt, gives a considerable extension of the rudder's breadth at its lower extremity.
That part of the invention which respects the “Preservation of the Rudder,” accomplishes this end by so hanging it on the sternpost, that it may be lifted at pleasure with a screw, or any other of the mechanical powers. In the draught accompanying the specification, that mode is exhibited in which the invention has been tried in actual use. A slide or bolt, fixed by strong braces to the stern post, is, by pintles and goosings, connected with the rudder. A screw bolt passes through the head of the slide; and when turned by a lever at its top, above the deck, serves to elevate that slide. The rudder being hung upon the slide, and firmly attached to it, is, at the same time raised.
These inventions are obviously adapted to prove essentially useful to the seaman. There are many occasions on which an extraordinary power of rudder is wanted, and on all such, Mr. Bolton's contrivance for enlarging the breadth of the rudder, will undoubtedly be of service. The loss of the rudder by its touching on a rock, is in very many instances, the cause of the loss of the vessel to which it belongs. This will be almost always effectually prevented, if rudders be hung in such a manner that they may be screwed up or otherwise elevated at pleasure.
Lon. pap.
LITERARY INFORMATION.
In the press and speedily will be published, COSMOPOLITOMANIA,
Being an expostulatory epistle to Thomas Jefferson, Esq. on the impolicy of admitting aliens to the rights of Citizens, and the expediency of restraining profligate foreigners from interfering in the civil polity of the States, with an attempt to demonstrate from the moral dispositions and physical necessities of those men, as well as from the executive government, the expediency at the same time, difficulty of rooting them out from the union. The whole illustrated by sketches of the characters and conduct, before and since their arrival in America, of some of the more conspicuous and prominent examples.
(N. Y. Daily Advertiser)
Public Sale.
On FRIDAY next at 10 o'clock, will positively be sold at the Vendue Store, for the benefit of the concerned
FOURTEEN BALES
BRITISH OSNABURGS,
On a credit of 120 days, for negotiable notes with approved indorsers.
P. G. MARSTELLER, v. M.
July 13.
NOTICE
Is HEREBY GIVEN, that an annual meeting of the Stockholders of the POTO-MACK COMPANY will be held at Gadsby's Tavern, in Alexandria, on Monday the 2d day of August next, as by law directed; to elect a President and Directors for the ensuing year, when the Treasurer's account of disbursements since the last annual meeting will be laid before them.
By order of the President and Directors, JOSEPH CARLETON, Treasurer. George-Town, July 13.

List of Letters remaining in the Post-Office Alexandria, July 1, 1802.
A. Richard Abbott, Christopher Atkinson, Margaret Alexander, Abraham Adamson.
B. Samuel Brewer, Ned Burnes, Peter Brown (2), Amos Boardman, Margaret Bean, William Brown, capt. John Barney, Maria Bailey, Thomas Brogdon, captain John Borrowdale, Joseph Bennett, Joseph Broders, Wm. Chas. Bailey.
C. Charles Carttich, Cazenave & Walker (2), Francis Cracroft, William Cullen, Samuel Coiller, William Clemonds, Elizabeth Burch, William Carver, James Cavan (2), Robert Camp (3), John Cent, Samuel Carrel, Cytoyen Carles.
D. David English, Christopher Deeton (2) colonel Denzele, Philip Durgan, Mungo Dykes.
E. Thomazin Ellzey (3), Joseph Evans, Robert Evans, William Earp, capt. Wm. Ewell.
F. John Foster (3), Abraham Falconer, Dennis Foley, Jonathan Faw (2), Fenwicke, Joseph Fisher, capt. Franklin.
G. Zachariah Gardner, James Grymes (2) Peter Gufs.
H. Thomas Hughes, William Hunter, Hannah Hunt, Thompson Holaday, Robert Harrison, George Hawkins, Mrs. T. Hanson, William Hagtern, John Haymond, John Hunter, William Hyshburn.
J. John Jamieson, William Johnston.
K. William Kemble, Philip Keatly, Mr. Kirk, Thomas Kyees, Zachariah Kirby.
L. William Lovell, John Luke, John Loyd, Nancy Lewis, Le Febvre.
M. Henry Minor, Thomas Moore, Murry, Munford & Bowen (2) Neale Mooney, Samuel Modoo, Christian Morris, Alexander Moynihan (2), John M'Namara, Daniel Mathews, John March, Elizabeth Miller, Wharton Metcalf, James M'Donick, Richard Mays.
N. Thomas Neale, John Nagle.
O. William Olney, John Oswald, Law. Owen.
P. James Pead.
R. Nelson Reid, William Reynolds (3) John Rogers, Uriah Rogers, William Rhodes, Forrest Richardson, Abraham Rohrer, John Ridley.
S. Robert Sherry, William Silver, Shutzes, John Simpson, Alexander Sumeifden, Jasper Spence, Thomas Sinclair, J. Stephens, Ferdinando Stephenfon, Henry Shriver, Thomas Sherwood, John Samford, Joab Solumroe.
T. James Taylor, James Thompson.
W. Richard Wren, David Watkirs, Joseph Week, John Weltkot, Robert Wright (2) Charles Williams, Abner Wellborn, Francis Waite, Mr. Werfing, Henry Walker, William Welting, Samuel Wife.
SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR The Turnpike Road from Alexandria to Little River, in Loudoun county, will be received by William Hartshorne for himself and John Thomas Rickets, in Alexandria—Israel Lacy and Burr Powell in Loudoun; David Hunter and William Riddle in Berkley; Thomas Hammond and Matthew Frame in Jefferson; Bushrod Taylor and Wm. Davidson in Frederick; Samuel Crowdfon and William Stienberger in Shenandoah. This being a business in which the community may be greatly benefited, and as it has only this day come into my hands, I have undertaken to publish without consulting the other commissioners as they are all at a distance. The law is with me and I doubt not will be shewn by the other commissioners, to any person applying. The law requires Ten Dollars to be paid at the time of subscribing; the remaining sum of Ninety Dollars, on each share, is to be paid in dividends, as called for by the President and Directors, to be chosen by the stockholders.
Wm. HARTSHORNE. April 20.
In the case of James Gillies, a Bankrupt.
THE subscriber being duly appointed Assignee of the Estate and Effects of James Gillies, all those who are indebted to the said Bankrupt, or who have any of his Effects are hereby required to pay and deliver the same forthwith to the subscriber or to such person or persons only as may be authorized by me.
JOHN M'IVER. July 1.
WILLIAM CHAMBERS, At the Sign of GENERAL WAYNE,
IN STAUNTON, VIRGINIA; RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the public that he keeps a HOUSE OF ENTERTAINMENT, and hopes from his accommodations to give satisfaction to those who may think proper to call on him. June 28.
BAR IRON
Received from Philadelphia, in the sloop Eliza, capt. Eveleth, Five Tons in bars of different sizes, To be sold cheap by the subscriber at his store on Col. Hooe's wharf. Wm. HARTSHORNE. 5th Mo 25.
Wants Employment,
A young man who is acquainted with Accounts, and writes a fair hand—A line addressed to A. B. and dropped at this office, will be attended to. July 2.
To be Rented,
The House in which I now live, of which I have a lease for upwards of three years from this time; the situation is eligible and the House commodious For terms apply to J. B. NICKOLLS. Fairfax Street, June 19.
Fifteen Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber on the 6th of July, near Aquia, in Stafford county, Virginia, a likely stout BLACK FELLOW, (formerly the property of Watt Brook in Alexandria;) he is between 20 and 28 years of age; had on when he went away, a blue coat, red waistcoat, linen pair of overalls and a tolerable good felt hat—he was castrated when the property of said Brook, for a breach of the law I purchased him out of the estate of John Escue, deceased.—The above reward will be paid for apprehending said fellow and lodging him in the jail of Alexandria, on application to Mr. John Hodgskins. CHARLES ADAMS. July 10.
JOSIAH FAXON, & Co.
HAVE JUST RECEIVED A quantity of the first quality James River Manufactured Tobacco, which will be sold on moderate terms for cash. July 10.
Ten Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber, on Tuesday the 6th instant, a Negro Man named WILL, about 27 years of age, five feet nine or ten inches high, has a scar on his left knee and another on his right foot; had on when he went away, a ticklerburgh shirt, brown roll towlers and a wool hat about half worn; but it is likely he may have changed his dress, as he took with him a cotton shirt, an old light brown broadcloth coat, and a new pair of shoes. He may probably be lurking about Alexandria, and may attempt to pass for a free man. I will give the above reward for apprehending and securing him in any jail so that I get him again, and if brought home all reasonable charges will also be paid. Matters of vessels and others are forbidding harboring, carrying off or employing said Negro at their peril. WILLIAM CASH, Sen. July 10.
For Private Sale.
The whole of my property situated on Princess Street, in the Town of Alexandria, consisting of 4 good dwelling houses with sufficient lots attached to each.—They will be sold together or separate as may suit persons inclined to purchase.—For terms apply on the premises to HENRY M'CUE. June 22.
John Gardner Ladd
Has lately received for sale at his Warehouse, Prince Street Wharf, Russia Sheetings, Russia and Ravens Duck } per bale or piece, And India Cotton } German Linens and one trunk sewing Silks and Ribbons, A few pair handsome Looking Glasses in gilt and mahogany frames, Two bales of Paper Hangings, A great variety of mens, womens and childrens' shoes, coarse and fine,
Hyson, Young Hyson and } TEAS, Souchong } Tea table sets of China in boxes, Cotton, wool and playing Cards, Holland and country Gin of the best quality in pipes, W. India, and N. } in hlds and bls. England Rum, Molasses & Sugars } Coffee in bags, Spinning Cotton, Butter in firkins, Beef and Pork in bls. and half bls, Spermaceti and tallow Candles, White and brown Soap, Chocolate of the best and common sort, Cheese of an extraordinary fine quality, Shad, Herrings and dried Cod Fish, A quantity of red Soak Leather, Fresh Raisins and Figs in casks, Lemons in boxes, Pepper, Allspice, Nutmegs, Almonds, and a small quantity of fresh Hops, &c. Also, About 30 tons of Lignumvitae. May 13.
JANNEY & PATON,
Have received, and offer for sale, Catalonia wine in hlds. & quarter casks Jamaica, Antigua, Grenada, St. Kitts, St. Vincens and Barbadoes—rum in hlds. Loaf and Lump Sugar, of the first quality, Muscovado Sugar in hlds. 350 Bbls. Statia do. Havannah Molasses in Hlds. Havannah white and brown Sugars, in Boxes and Bbls. Soap and Candles in Boxes, Sweet Oil in do. Raisins in Boxes and Kegs, Pepper and Coffee in Bags. A HANDSOME ASSORTMENT OF SHOES, —Consisting of— Mens' Calf in Trunks, Ladies' Kid and Morocco do. in Boxes, EAST INDIA GOODS, viz. Nankeens, Baftas, Mamoody's Garrahs, Guzinahs, Cassahs, Moharags, Gunges, Stripes, and one bale of handsome Deiorfey. ALSO Ravens and Russia Duck and Sheetings by the piece or bale, and two bales fine Russia Osnaburgs. A complete assortment of Russia and New-England Cordage, and one 8 1/2 inch Cable 70 fathoms long.—A small quantity of Upper Leather. June 23.
PORT WINE.
I have just received, and offer for sale 14 pipes of OLD PORT WINE of the first quality. BRYAN HAMPSON. June 24.
GUNPOWDER.
Baltimore Bellona Gunpowder, by the quarter cask. Also, Refined Salt Petre, by the quarter cwt. or larger quantity. A constant supply of those articles from the Manufactory, will be kept for sale on the lowest terms, by LAWRASON & SMOOT. April 8.
ATTENTION!
WANTED to employ immediately, for the benefit of the 60th Regiment of Virginia Militia, two MUSICIANS; one to teach the different beats of the drum, the other, the music of the fife. Such persons as are well qualified for the above tuition, and will engage to instruct the learners which will consist of sixteen boys for each branch, shall receive a liberal compensation from the subscriber, who is authorized by law to employ tutors; and by the Court of Enquiry, to pay them for their services when performed. CHARLES LITTLE. April 7.
The term of Partnership
heretofore existing under the firm of Thompson & Veitch, expired on the 25th of December, 1801: All business relating to that firm will be settled by the subscribers at their counting room on King Street. JONAH THOMPSON, RICHARD VEITCH.
Who offer for Sale, on liberal terms, the following Property, viz. Two Tracts of Land in Loudoun county, one of which is situate near the Gum Spring, being well timbered, and containing four hundred acres—the other near Broad Run Church, containing four hundred acres, (adjoining the lands of George Lee) on which there is an extensive peach orchard: late the property of John Spencer.
One Lot of lease Land, in the Manor of Leeds, Fauquier county, containing two hundred acres: late the property of Aquila Davis. One Tract of Land in Randolph county, containing five hundred acres (said to be very valuable) situate on the south side of Gladys Creek: late the property of Patrick Dougherty. One other Tract in Hampshire county, on a branch of Fairley's Run, containing 400 acres: formerly the property of Daniel Jones. One other Tract called Fertility, containing two hundred and sixty acres, in Westmoreland county, state of Pennsylvania, situate on the Monongahela, about one quarter of a mile below Casner's Ferry, and 4 miles above Parkinson's ferry, binding three quarters of a mile on said river. A considerable portion of said tract is bottom land, with a valuable orchard of sugar trees, and about 60 acres under cultivation; the remainder very heavily timbered. One other Tract containing one thousand acres, on Green River, in the state of Kentucky; being part of the military lands formerly belonging to G. Rice, deceased.
One House and Lot in Charles Town, Jefferson county, on the Main street leading from Harper's Ferry to Winchester, occupied by Adam Haun. A vacant Lot in said town, situate on the same street, adjoining the store of Thomas Hammond. Two handsome three story Brick dwelling Houses, with brick stables and carriage houses to each, situate on Pennsylvania avenue in the City of Washington: at present occupied by John Coyle and Benjamin G. Orr. A Brick dwelling House in George Town, opposite the wharf occupied by George King, together with part of said wharf. A Brick dwelling House in the town of Alexandria, situated on Prince street, between Fairfax and Royal streets; lately occupied by Charles Turner. A corner Lot on Prince and Royal streets, adjoining said brick house. The vacant Lots on Prince street, on the east side of said brick house. The situation of the above property is equal to any in the town for business. A House and Lot on King street: now occupied by S. Snowden and Co. A Lot fronting fifty six feet on Prince street, and extending back 119 feet, bounded by an alley on the south: on part of said lot is the warehouse occupied by Hugh Smith. A Lot on the west side of Washington street, between Prince and Duke streets. 12w6m
THE Accommodation Coachee,
WILL leave Mr. Gadsby's City Tavern every morning, at half past four o'clock, for Baltimore, to accommodate our Alexandria friends: returning, leaves Mr. Evans's, Indian Queen, every morning at six o'clock, and arrives at Alexandria the same evening. The Proprietors will not undertake to promise as much as the Mail Pilot, which runs but 50 miles per day, although it is said to Pilot the Mail, which runs from 80 to a 100 miles per day. THE PROPRIETORS. June 9.
PRINTED DAILY BY S. SNOWDEN.