Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1805-10-01 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. V.]
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1805.
[No. 1411.
Public Sale.
On TUESDAY next, at 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, RUM
in bds. and bts. French Brandy in pipes, Gin in pipes and bts. Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bts. Sugar in bds. tiersces and bts. Chocolate White and brown Soap and } in boxes, Mould and dip Candles Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars, Figs in kegs and frails, Queen's Ware in crates, HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, &c. Also,
A Variety of DRY GOODS, among which are Cloths, Coatings, Kersemere, Duffs, Plains, Kerseys, Negro Cottons, Serge, Elastics, blue Friezes, Calimancos, Russells, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Irish Linens, Silesia do. Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs, Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs, India Muslins and Table Clothes, Bandanna Handkerchiefs, Colour'd Threads, Hats and sundry other articles. Philip G. Marshall.
PUBLIC SALE.
By virtue of a deed of trust, from James Davidson to the subscriber, for securing the payment of thirteen hundred dollars to Joseph Thomas and Isaac Faxon , will be exposed to PUBLIC SALE , to the highest bidder, for ready money, on the premises, on SATURDAY the 12th day of October next, at four o'clock in the afternoon, a HOUSE and LOT , on Prince-street, between Water and Fairfax streets, lately occupied by the said James Davidson as a tavern. The House is large and commodious, and is in a part of the town well calculated for business of any kind—and the sale will positively take place. G. Deneale, Trustee.
JUST RECEIVED,
A few chests Young Hyson and Imperial Teas. Mould, Tallow, and Spermaceti Candles, of nice quality; For Sale, by John G. Ladd.
FOR SALE,
A likely NEGRO BOY, about 12 or 13 years old. Enquire of the Printer.
GUNPOWDER.
Just received, and for sale by the subscribers, 15 quarter-casks F and FF Belona Gunpowder, of a superior quality. A. L. S. O. 25 chests Young Hyson Tea, 50 barrels New-England Rum, 10 hogsheads Molasses, 10 quarter-casks Malaga Wine, 3 trunks mens' coarse Shoes—and A quantity Painter Paris. LAWRASON & FOWLE.
Wanted to Purchase,
50 well seasoned Locust or Cedar Posts, and 250 stout Chestnut RAILS. Apply to the Printer.
Mackarel & Whiskey.
110 barrels of MACKAREL just received, per Schooner Hiram , from Rhode Island: ALSO, 35 barrels strong proof RYE WHISKEY—30 kegs manufactured James-River TOBACCO, warranted good. These articles will be sold low. Apply to John & Thomas Vowell.
TO RENT,
A convenient two-story Brick-house in Wilkes-street, opposite Capt. George Stacum's—For terms apply to, John C. Vowell.
Dissolution of Copartnership.
THE Copartnership hitherto subsisting under the firm of Joseph Riddle & Co. of Alexandria, was dissolved the first instant, by mutual consent: All persons that are indebted to, or that have claims on the same, are requested to come forward and settle, as it is desirable to close the concern as soon as possible. Those whose accounts are of long standing are particularly requested to attend to this notice, and make payments to either of the subscribers. JOSEPH RIDDLE, Of Alexandria. JAMES DALL, Of Baltimore.
RYE WHISKEY.
50 barrels strong and fine flavored Rye Whiskey, A few hogsheads prime retailing Molasses, 20 1-S chests Young Hyson Tea, of a very superior quality, Assorted Patent Shot, and a variety of British Gunpowder, from F to treble battle—with a general assortment of Liquors and Groceries—FOR SALE, by Mandeville & Jameson.
Ground-Rents for Sale.
ON THURSDAY, the 4th day of October next, between the hours of twelve and one, will be Sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, at the Coffee-House, two separate Ground-Rents, secured by valuable Lots in this town, for £20 17 3 Virginia Currency. J. H. Hooe, Assignee of the estate of John Gill—a bankrupt.
FOR SALE,
A few likely NEGROES. For terms, apply to BENJAMIN DULANY, Who will offer at Public Sale, on the first of November next, at his plantation near the Falls Church, All his Stock & Farming Utensils, of every description, On a credit of 6 months—the purchasers giving bond with good security for the payment.
NOTICE.
The subscriber, administrator to the estate and effects of Eugene Hanly , deceased, requests all persons who have claims against the estate, to bring them forward, legally authenticated, for settlement; and those indebted will please to make immediate payment. William Oxley.
LAND for SALE.
I have about 1000 acres of Land, equal to any in the state of Kentucky, lying near Lexington, which I will sell a great bargain; the title indisputable, and an old military one. The terms of the sale will be made low, and a very lengthy credit given on a considerable part of the purchase money. Those gentlemen who intend to settle in the state, and who wish to purchase, may find it their interest to call upon me. I have the certificate of the hon. John Brackenridge , Esq., and others, showing the title, situation, quality, quantity and value of this property. John Luke.
Forty Dollars Reward,
For apprehending and securing in any gaol in the United States, so that I get him again, NEGRO ABNER; HE is a stout, strong, and active fellow; understands plantation business well and is a good shoemaker; he is about 32 years old, about 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high; he has some old scars from a whip which he received seventeen years ago for running away; he has been my property ever since and I do not recollect that he has ever been corrected since, although often deserved it; he has a mother in Fauquier county, Virginia, the property of Mr. John Brannan, and I have been informed he was seen on the road enquiring for said place, with a pass setting forth that he was a free man, and my name affixed to some of them, all of which are forged; and I will give a farther reward of Forty Dollars to any person that will inform me of the person or persons guilty of the forgery, provided they are convicted of the same. The above slave went off 28th July, 1805. THOMAS WEST.
A GARDENER WANTED.
A GARDENER, who can bring testimonials of good character, and skill in his profession, will meet with immediate employment and liberal wages—A German with a wife who understands spinning and the care of a dairy would be preferred. He is wanted to reside on a farm two miles from Alexandria—Application may be made to Dr. STEWART , Aspia Hall, Sept. 25.
Alexander Smith & Son
Have just received from on board the brig Maria , from Lisbon, 72 boxes of LEMONS, In uncommon good order. They also keep, as usual, Sugar, in bds. and barrels Jamaica Rum, in bds. Loaf and Lump Sugar New-England Rum, in barrels Salt, of different kinds Imperial and Young Hyson Teas Whiskey, by the bhd. and barrel And other GROCERIES, as usual; all of which they will sell low for cash, or exchange for country produce. N. B. We also continue to keep a complete assortment of BOLTING CLOTHS, and select the best FLOUR for family use, and will give the highest price for FLAX-SEED. September 19.
NOTICE.
THE late Copartnership of Bennett & Watts , is dissolved by mutual consent, on the 31st of August last. All those indebted, will please make payment to Charles Bennett , to whom the debts are assigned, and those having claims will apply to him for payment. Charles Bennett, John Watts.
A NEW NOVEL.
Just Published, by COTTON and STEWART , and for Sale, at their Store, [PRICE ONE DOLLAR 75 CENTS.] Fleetwood: OR, The NEW MAN OF FEELING. BY WILLIAM GODWIN.
PUBLIC NOTICE.
THE Trustees of the town of PROVIDENCE, having thought it expedient to postpone the Sale of the several LOTS in the said town, advertised for sale on this day, until MONDAY the 21st day of October next—Notice therefore is given, That the said Trustees will, on that day, proceed to expose to PUBLIC SALE , for ready money, the several LOTS in the said town, agreeable to the act of assembly establishing the same. Charles Little, W. Payne, Richard Fitzhugh, H. Gunnell, jun. Wm. Middleton, Daniel McChechester, Francis Coffer, Daniel Lewis, John C. Hunter.
FOR SALE,
IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Neabsco Furnace, and its Appendages, with 4 or 5000 acres of Land adjoining, NEAR the town of Dumfries, and within four miles of the Potomac. The soil is generally adapted to the produce of small grain—and, if too considerable for one purchaser, will be laid off in lots suitable for small farms. A description of the land is thought unnecessary, as those wishing to purchase will, no doubt, first view it. The payments required will be one-third cash, and the balance in two annual instalments, to be secured by a mortgage on the land, and no deed will be made until the last payment is complied with. Any person wishing to purchase, may know the terms by applying to Mr. Thomas T. Page , living near the premises; who is fully authorised by me, to sell the whole or any part. John Tayloe.
Mount Airy, August 12.
N. B. A valuable Mine Bank, Maryland, may be had with the Furnace. PRINTING, in its various branches, handsomely executed at this office.
For Freight, or Charter,
THE NEW SHIP RHODA & BETSEY  ELIAS TENNY , MASTER; Burthen 230 tons, she has performed only one voyage to Europe, is now in perfect staunch order, commodious for passengers and a first rate sailer, ready to be ordered here in a few days, on application to John G. Ladd.
For Freight or Charter,
The substantial, fast sailing SHIP William and John , Thomas Woodhouse , Master; Carries 350 hogsheads of tobacco or 2300 barrels of flour. Apply to the Master on board, or James Patton , Who has for Sale, Cogniac Brandy, 4th proof, old, and of good flavor Jamaica Spirit, in puncheons Molasses, in hogsheads A pipe of Old London particular Madeira Wine Muscovado Sugar, in bds. and bbls. New-York prime Beef and Pork Loaf Sugar, in bds. Cadiz Salt Coffe, in bags September 17.
SHIP
UNITED STATES , J. M. SPEAKE , Arrived at Liverpool, in perfect safety, after a passage of 26 days; and expected to sail about the beginning of August, with FALL GOODS, for Alexandria and George Town. She may be expected by the 20th instant, and as we are desirous of giving her dispatch so as to place her at Liverpool for an early ship next spring, for this river, we will either charter, or take in part freight to a convenient port in France, or to Cowes and a Market, or LIVERPOOL DIRECT. Apply to Ricketts, Newton & Co.
PUBLIC SALE.
By virtue of a decree of the Court of the United States for the fifth circuit in the Virginia district, pronounced at the May term, 1803, in behalf of ROBERT BIRD against Isaac Watson and John Lowe ; will be sold to the highest bidder for ready money,
AN ESTATE or PLANTATION, in the county of Prince William, called Buckland —and one in the county of Westmoreland, called Chantilly ; for the purpose of raising the sum of twelve thousand dollars with interest thereon, to be computed after the rate of five per centum per annum, from the 10th day of November 1795; and the further sum of nine thousand four hundred and fifty four dollars and eighty eight cents, with like interest, to be computed from the 10th day of May, 1798.
The sale of the above-mentioned estates will be made on the premises; that of Buckland to take place on the 14th day of October next—from which only the sum of eight thousand three hundred and forty-six dollars, with interest, at six per centum per annum, to be computed from the 25th day of July, 1797, and the expence of sale thereof is to be raised, and the residue from that called Chantilly , the sale of which will take place on the 16th day of the same month. Benjamin Molby, D. M.
FOR
Joseph Scott, M. V. D.  September 5.
Jamaica Rum for Sale.
FOR SALE, A few puncheons 4th proof Jamaica Rum. James Sanderson.
The Subscriber
Wishes to RENT or SELL, the following Property, on King-street, viz. THE CORNER STORE, lately occupied by himself—the stand is equal to any in town for a retail store, and will be rented very cheap. Also, the HOUSE lately occupied by Doctor Hall; the house is very convenient and in good repair—this also will be rented a bargain if applied for immediately. For terms, apply to THOMAS RICHARDS , or in his absence to Mrs. Haston , living on the premises. August 8.

REMARKS ON THE POLICY OF RUSSIA.
From the Moniteur .
We know that no war upon the continent can be seriously undertaken without Prussia or Austria becoming partizans in it; and these powers are not to be told that they often commence a war with allies, and finish it without them: that the subsidies they receive are barely sufficient to defray a fourth of their expenses; and that among neighboring powers, acquainted with each other, the consequences of war are terrible, and to which they will not expose themselves without good, cogent and indispensable reasons. Russia herself can effect nothing against France, but with her assistance, she may become every thing good and great.
"Will she a second time send 20,000 men to make a new debarkation to Holland? Will she disembark 60,000 men upon the Weser to attack the French in Hanover? The result to Russia would be the loss of a great number of men, and the inevitable weakening of the empire, but would be truly advantageous to the powers on the confines of Russia; they would willingly see her wasting her armies in contending against France, and suffering in her turn, all the inconveniences which Austria has so long sustained alone.
"Will she send 30 or 40,000 men into Ireland to defend that country against French invasion? By doing so, what credit shall she obtain in the eyes of the universe, thus becoming an auxiliary and a cubaltern? Besides, what interest has she in augmenting the British power? Can she be ignorant that the sea bathes every shore, and that England, who rules over the sea, may also appear before Cronstadt to dictate law to Russia? On the other hand, Russia has nothing to fear from France; nature has destined these two powers to be friends; and whatever evil direction passion may give to their armies, no great interest will ever attend the undertakings of either power.
"Men of small experience may deceive themselves in neglecting to acknowledge incontestible truths; but ministers, grown grey in the public service, as there are many in Russia; or a prince only directed by liberal opinions, with an enlightened love of his subjects, and sentiments of his real grandeur, cannot be misled for any length of time.
"Passion and misunderstanding, fomented by artful and malevolent men may lead to hazardous and inconvenient measures on either side; to the suspension of all communication, and even to the making of war, but a misunderstanding cannot be durable between nations which are necessarily brought back to recollection by the sentiments of their respective strength, their mutual and perfect independence necessarily leading to a disposition for moderation and the public desire of peace.
"When a power whose capital is far in the North, & whose armies upon the frontiers of Persia, and Tartary would interfere upon its own account, and on its own risk in the affairs of the South of Europe, even then it quits its proper sphere. However powerful monarchs may be, and however brave their soldiers, they are but men, they cannot exert themselves beyond the limits marked out by the nature of things.
"Russia when taking a part in the affairs of the South of Europe, must either support one of the three great powers, Austria, Prussia, or France, and thus she acts according to the interest of her local situation, which renders her truly respectable. But if on the contrary she intermeddles with the affairs of the South without the assistance of either of those powers, she is wanting to the consideration of her own greatness, which to increase does not require provinces, but men; these might elevate her to a pitch superior to the other powers.
"One year's war would destroy more men than many years duration of peace could produce. A lasting peace is therefore the most certain means of satisfying the ambition of Russia, and the propagation of the species one of the most pressing of its exigencies.
"We therefore cannot persuade ourselves to believe that the Russians will make a debarkation in Italy; in fact, were they to land there with ten times the force, they would be all lost men.
LONDON, Aug 1. The Queen Charlotte Packet.
We have in a former paper noticed the French account of the contest which preceded the loss of the Queen Charlotte , packet, captain Mudge on the 10th of May last, on her passage from Halifax to Falmouth.
We have now an opportunity of laying before our readers a more circumstantial detail of that action, so honorable to captain Mudge, his officers and men, with which we have been favored by an officer of that ship, as follows:
"At 7 in the morning, of the 16th of May, 1805, in lat. 43 N. long. 11, 20, W. we discovered a sail on the lee bow, standing to the N. W. She fetched so near us, that we could plainly perceive her to be a brig cruiser, and that of an enemy. At 9 she tacked, and stood after us; at noon she got so near that it was thought best to shorten sail, and bring her to action; with a view of cutting away her masts, or rigging, previous arrangements for that purpose having been made. A few minutes after, we got very near to each other; when an exceeding hot fire commenced on both sides with round, grape and musketry, and was continued for one hour and fifty-five minutes, the whole time not out of the range of pistol shot. The Queen Charlotte being now a perfect wreck and quite unmanageable, we were under the painful necessity of sinking the mail, and striking our colors, to the privateer brig of war L'Herondelle , of Dunkirk, mounting 16 long carriage guns and a crew of 110 men, captain Allemas. The damage we sustained before we surrendered was as follows: 3 guns on the side engaged disabled, one from shot, and the other two, which were cannonades, and very bad guns in action, recoiling, they being very badly constructed; jibstay, staysails and out-hauler; fore topsail staysail, stay and halyards; fore and fore top bowlines, fore tacks and sheet, foot of the fore sail in two places, fore top gallant and fore topsail ties, and fore and one foretop sail brace, and one sheet, one main brace, both topsail braces and bowlines, topgallant tye, cross-jack braces and bowlines, peer halyards and both topping-lifts, all the bobs stays, three fore shrouds on the engaging side, all the topmast shrouds, and one back-stay, one topmast shroud and one back-stay on the other side, two main shrouds and one of the topmast shrouds, and all the back stays on the engaging side, and on the other, one lower shroud and two topmast shrouds, the mizen rigging much cut: the foremast had five round shot quite through it, and sticking in it, the main mast much damaged, and the mizen mast much more so; with several shot which struck the hull. The privateer had several shot in her hull, and the foremast badly wounded, sails and rigging very much cut, but none of her head sails come down; she had nine principal officers on board and 25 experienced soldiers at small arms. The captain of her, and the crew, for the most part, are Flemings, who, I understand, have been employed in the smuggling trade.
The Queen Charlotte had on board 24 of her own crew, one distressed subject and 14 invalids from Halifax, debilitated from paralysis, age and long service, but their hearts were good, and they behaved with true English courage. Our captain was well supported by his officers and the men behaved very well. The Queen Charlotte had 1 man killed, and 4 slightly wounded. L'Herondelle had the pilot and 2 others killed, and 2 very badly and 4 slightly wounded. Her damage is such, that it will occasion her some time to remain in port and refit. The French captain treated captain Mudge, his officers and crew very honorably while on board."
There is reason to believe that the Queen Charlotte was lost for want of being better armed. The carronades now used in the packets are unfit for long action. When they get warm, they recoil so violently as to break their breechings, tackles, &c. and much time is consequently lost in repairing the mischief. Had the packet been armed with proper guns, she would doubtless have been preserved, and might probably have captured the enemy.
From the REPERTORY .
NEUTRAL COMMERCE.
The subject of the following Communication has of late excited much feeling and public animadversion. We insert it with satisfaction, as we deem the sentiment both seasonable and correct.
The commercial treaty concluded by president Washington with Great Britain, has been suffered by president Jefferson to expire. Our merchants are beginning to learn experimentally, the wisdom of managing a prodigious proportion of our commercial affairs with that nation on the ground of leaving unsettled and in dispute, almost every principle and rule for its management. Yet this is the anti-treaty merit of Mr. Jefferson. We may presume that an ignorant clamor against the British treaty has made our Solomons in council
somewhat shy of making another and probably one not quite so good as Mr. Jay's, which was certainly an excellent one, for while we yielded nothing, we secured our peace, honor, and interest.
We now trade with the British dominions on the footing of many gratuities and favors that from a regard to her own policy and not from any regard to us, she allows, and also on the footing of the general law of nations. Every one will discern, in a moment, that both these grounds are somewhat precarious. In respect to the law of nations we are in no little danger of having that prescribed to us from Doctors Commons, with such an extension of restriction of its principles, as the pressure of the war may render acceptable or convenient to Great Britain. Our interest and our displeasure will not avail much and with a chief who thinks all war wrong and unjustifiable, and the "least competent naval force" always the best, our power will be as little cared for as our rights.
It is not intended to say that the views of Great Britain are hostile, or that sir William Scott's Court is not highly reputable.* But a party, and the strongest party ought not to be left to judge alone in his own cause, and this is precisely what G. Britain will do and must do as long as her assumed principles of decision are admitted to operate without a treaty. How our administration can make a "d***d British treaty," and how their decent and wise supporters can refrain from "kicking it to *****, if they do, is more than we can determine. The necessity of doing something stares them in the face.
The views of Great Britain most certainly are not hostile; so much the more encouragement for treating. But they most certainly are rigid, if not incorrect. We believe the interdiction in time of war of all the intercourse with an enemy's colonies that was not permitted in time of peace to be justified, will require no little straining of authorities. We also believe that usage in every former war has not been extended so far and practice is a good interpreter of the extent as well as nature of a doubtful principle. We will affirm that these opinions are sufficiently examined, but it is the business of government to examine them; and if they are not unfriendly to the commerce that enlarges the "great sores" of the state, which indeed is more than suspected, they will do something efficient for its protection.
Great Britain is so situated, that she would do what is right, or nearly so, in respect to the exercise of her naval supremacy. She certainly will not yield the point that free goods and we should be worse than fools to insist upon it. We get ten times as much profit by her rejecting that quack principle of the French, unknown to the maritime law, as we should by her unreserved admission of it.
But her late decisions, restricting the commerce of the United States with enemies, is too serious to be readily or indeed to be ever conceded by our government. Such rigid restrictions might further distress her enemy; but they would prodigiously abridge the fair, usual, and as it is believed lawful profits of American trade. Situated as we are and interested as Great Britain herself is in our prosperity, we think a negotiator as able as Mr. Jay, if such could be found among the friends of the administration, we know they have not his equal among them, would represent with force and effect that we cannot abandon this ground and that Great Britain is concerned both in policy and justice to ascertain it, and with some essential relaxations of its rigor.
If negotiation amicably and temperately conducted should fail, nevertheless we ought to make the attempt, we ought to remonstrate against the principles assumed; and if dire necessity should involve the honor of the country in question, it is hoped there is not a federalist who would not cheerfully support any administration that would put all at hazard rather than to sacrifice that. We ought to treat in the spirit of friendship and with a sincere desire that Great Britain may maintain her dignity, independence and greatness against France. Even in case of war, we ought to refuse to associate ourselves with France, whose friendship is death to republics.
A negotiation in this temper and with this courage would certainly succeed.
* The late sentence of Judge Scott, which involves the principle, that property being bro't from an enemy's colony by a neutral, and re-shipped in the same vessel to an enemy's country, is liable to condemnation!
The highest price given for clean Linen Rags, by the Printer of this paper.
NEW YORK, Sept. 28. Arrived, brig Rajah , Smith, from Havana, (Cuba.)
Left, the brig Lioness , Carson, just arrived from New York, aground 12 miles below the town; and brig Charlotte of Providence, arrived the 4th Sept. from Philadelphia.
Sailed in company, the schooner Hector , Avery, for New York, parted from here on the 12th instant, off Cape Florida.
On the 31st of July, the schooner Mary Robinson , of New York, after putting her cargo into store, was taken out of the port of Navesas by a Providence privateer, and carried to New Providence with a part of her outward cargo, as well as part of that taken out in the Rajah , which they took from the store, supposing the property to be Spanish.
Captain Smith met 2 French privateers going into Navesas, having as prize, a British ship of 8 guns, dismasted, which, they said, was bound from Philadelphia for Jamaica.
The above privateersmen informed, that a British packet bound to Jamaica, had been recently captured by a French privateer, and sent into St. Jago de Cuba.
Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1.
It was yesterday reported, says the New Orleans Gazette, August 3, and this morning we are told from a correct source, that the late Spanish Intendant Morales, has received orders from his court to sell all the vacant lands in East and W. Florida, and it is said sale will be immediately made even of lands within the boundary claimed by the U. States.
Captain Smith, of the brig Rajah , informs, that on the 12th of Aug. 2 British privateers came into the port of Navesas, and burnt the town. The guard house, store and two or three private dwellings escaped the conflagration.
(N. Y. paper.)
Capt. Davis, from Bordeaux, informs, that on the 14th instant, in lat. 42, 20, long. 58, he saw five sail of men of war, two of which appeared to be ships of the line, standing to the Southward, with the wind at East.
(Ibid.)
From the Salem Gazette of Sept. 24.
FROM GIBRALTAR.
Captain Israel Williams, who arrived last evening from the Mediterranean, has obliged us with some minutes of intelligence which he had collected. He left Gibraltar the 23d of August; previous to which, they had no certain accounts of lord Nelson; the report, however, was, that he arrived at Ferrol 2 days before the combined fleets, and not finding them there, had gone back to Newfoundland in quest of them. Neither had they any particular account of the action between admiral Calder and the combined fleets: the official account of the Spanish admiral was published, and stated that they had gained a victory over the British, which would have been more complete if the French had not unfortunately been too far to leeward, which brought the whole blunt of the battle upon the Spaniards: finding that 2 Spanish and 1 French ship were missing, he gave over pursuing the English, and informs that the fleet, though much dispersed, had arrived safe, part at Vigo and part at Ferrol.
Captain W. informs, that a few days after the action the combined fleets formed a junction at Ferrol, and with the squadron in that port, sailed for Cadiz, where they had arrived, 30 in number, two days before the Friendship's sailing, and with 5 ships in that port, formed a fleet of 35 sail of the line. This intelligence was received at Gibraltar 8 hours before capt. W. sailed, together with a further account that the Carthagena squadron, of 8 sail of the line (the same that was to have joined the Toulon squadron when bound down the Straits, but was not ready) had arrived at Malaga, 20 leagues from Gibraltar only. Just before sunset (says captain W.) an easterly wind sprung up, with which the Carthagena squadron probably started, as they were in plain sight from the rock some time before dark, 8 sail of the line and many gun-boats: this created a most serious alarm at Gibraltar; all was bustle; the alarm guns were constantly firing, which were heard on board his ship till ten o'clock at night, at which time the wind had increased to a very strong Levanter, and the night being very dark, it must have given them a chance to pass the Gut.
At the time the alarm was given, the squadron under sir R. Bickerton, was at anchor

VALUABLE FAMILY MEDICINES.
Just received direct from the Patentees, and FOR SALE BY JAMES KENNEDY, JUN.
DRUGGIST; The following Valuable Medicines: Dr. Rawson's Anti-Bilious and Stomachal Bitters. PREPARED BY THOMAS H. RAWSON, Member of the Connecticut Medical Society.
THESE Bitters have undoubtedly had the most rapid sale of any Patent Medicine ever before discovered, and are justly appreciated for their singular and uncommon virtues for restoring weak and decayed constitutions, and all that train of complicated complaints so common in the spring and fall seasons, such as intermittant Fevers and Agues, long Autumnal Fevers, Dysenteries, &c. They are also a very pleasant bitter for common use, and where they are known they have taken the place and superceded the use of all other bitters in public houses as well as in private families.—Price 50 cents a box.
Dr. Lee's (Windham) Bilious Pills. THE great sale and increasing demand for these valuable pills for these twelve years past, bespeak their intrinsic worth. They have proved singularly efficacious in Bilious and Yellow fevers, Jaundice, Head Aches, Dysenteries, Bilious Cholick, Colicwounds, Female complaints, &c.
The very great demand and high esteem in which these pills are held throughout the United States and the West Indies, has induced many to counterfeit them; the purchaser is requested to observe that the name of Samuel Lee, jun. (the patentee) is affixed to each bill of directions, in his own hand writing, or they will not be genuine. Price 50 cents a box.
Dr. Rawson's Itch Ointment. A certain and safe application for that disagreeable complaint called the ITCH. Price 42 cents a box.
Dr. Rawson's Anti Bilious Pills, or Family Phyfic. The extraordinary celebrity these pills have gained, the universal demand for them and esteem in which they are held by medical men of the first eminence, are sufficient testimonials of their intrinsic worth. In great colds and sudden attacks of disorders, an early use of these pills often produces the happiest effects, and taken once in eight or ten days in cases of indigestion, headache, dizziness, pains in the stomach and bowels, dysenteries, diarrheas, dropsies, &c. and a liberal use of my anti bilious bitters in the intermediate time has relieved patients almost to a miracle—price 25 cents a box.
Thompson's Aromatic Tooth Paste. For the scurvy in the teeth and gums, and for whitening and preserving the teeth. It likewise takes off all disagreeable smells from the breath, which generally arises from scorbatic gums and bad teeth. This paste is much in use, and highly esteemed by all those who value the preservation of their teeth, it may be applied at all times with the greatest safety. It is neatly put up in pewter boxes with paper directions. Price 50 cents a box.
Dr. Rawson's Worm Powders. A medicine which for efficacy and safety in its operation stands unrivaled. The most authenticated proofs and respectable authorities of its astonishing virtues, and surprising effects, in extreme and alarming cases of worms, may be seen at the place of sale. Price 50 cents a packet.
Dr. Cooley's Vegetable Elixir; Or Cough Drops, For Coughs, Colds, Asthmas, spitting of blood, and all diseases of the lungs. Its merits stands unrivaled. Price 50 cents a bottle.
Dr. Cooley's Rheumatic Pills. Price 50 cents a box.
Hinkley's Infallible remedy for the Piles. Price 50 Cents a Box. Very particular directions accompanying each of these valuable medicines.
He has likewise for Sale, A general assortment of Drugs, Patent Medicines, Shop furniture and Vials; a few handsome Hall Lamps; Indian Shades; proof vials; Essence of Spruce; Patent Blacking; Madeira and Sherry wine; black bottles in hogheads; Paints ground in oil; and a few barrels Flaxseed Oil, which he will sell on reasonable terms for cash, or to punctual customers on a short credit.
A generous allowance will be made at those who purchase the above Medicines by the dozen. March 27. 2aw
PUBLIC SALE.
BY virtue of a deed of trust from John Norwood, to the subscriber, will be exposed to public auction, on Thursday the 3d of October 1805,
A Lot of Ground, Situate on the south side of King street, extending on said street, 63 feet five inches, and running back 176 feet 7 inches. On said lot are 3 well finished two story frame houses, with the necessary back buildings. A credit of 3, 12, 18 and 24 months, will be allowed, on the purchase, by those giving their notes, with approved indorsers, negotiable in the bank of Alexandria.
Francis Peyton. Sept. 30. dts
The sale of the above property was advertised to take place on Saturday last, but in consequence of the unfavorable weather, it was postponed until Thursday the 3d of October next.
PUBLIC SALE.
On Wednesday next will be sold on the premises A two-story BRICK HOUSE,
AND A LOT OF GROUND, Situate on Water between Franklin & Jefferson Streets. Terms &c. will be made known at the place of Sale.
Philip G. Marsteller. September.
NOTICE.
The Partnership of David Cooke, & Co. by contract expires this day—All those indebted to the concern will please pay off their accounts to D. Cooke, in whole name, and for whose account the business will be continued.
James Russell, David Cooke. Sept. 30. d3t
JOSEPH RIDDLE
Has Received by the Ceres and other ships lately arrived at Baltimore, a considerable part of his
FALL GOODS;
Which are now opening at his store in Fairfax street, and daily expects an additional supply in the United States from Liverpool.
September 23. d
FRESH FRUIT!
Excellent ORANGES Uncommon large LIMES  TAMARINDS Soft shelled ALMONDS  RAISINS in boxes And several other FRUITS And GROCERIES as usual. T. SIMMS.
Who has To Rent,
THAT commodious Front and Back HOUSE, with a large LOT, corner of Cameron and Pitt streets, a little above Mr. John Gadsby's hotel. Possession may be had on the 12th October, ensuing.
ALSO, The HOUSE in Prince street, next door to Mrs. Porter—it is a good stand for business, and 61 feet building on the lot, with a good cellar, which I would sell low for West India produce. September 28. e0314
NOTICE.
THE Common Council will meet on Thursday next, the 3d of October, for the purpose of appointing a Superintendent of the Watch. Applications in writing to be made to the President. Alexandria, September 28. 3t
The Subscriber
HAS FOR SALE AT HIS STORE, Soft-shelled Almonds by the bale or retail. Large Oranges, Limes, Lemons, and excellent Rhode Island Cheeses.
AND A General assortment of GROCERIES. A. WILLIS. Sept. 27. 6t
WANTED,
A MALE and FEMALE servant, accustomed to Cooking. Apply to the PRINTER. September 28. d
Fifteen Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber, in Alexandria, the 2d of September,
A Negro Woman, named Grace ; about 18 or 19 years old—she is of a yellow complexion and well set; from appearance it is supposed she is far gone with child. The said woman I purchased of a Mr. H. Gunnell, and said Gunnell purchased her of a Captain Thomas Pollard, sheriff of Fairfax county. Any person that will take up the said Negro and secure her either in Alexandria or Fairfax jail, shall receive the above reward.
Alexander Brown. September 16. e02w N. B. The above negro was sold under execution, for a debt due from Thomazen Elzey.
STOP THE THIEF!
Forty Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from my employ on Monday the 9th instant, BENNET HILL, about twenty years of age, about 5 feet 6 inches high, remarkably well made, dark short hair, fair complexion—took with him
A chestnut sorrel Mare, Branded with a small heart on her shoulder and buttock, about fourteen hands high, heavy made, a plated snaffle bridle, a saddle and pair of saddle bags; took a dark drab colored home made great coat, considerably too long for him; also a drab colored broad cloth coat, a pair of mist striped cotton overalls, one pair of black velvet do.; a striped calico jacket with sleeves, a striped yellow cassimere waistcoat with pearl buttons, and a new hat. Whoever takes up said runaway and mare, and delivers them to the subscriber, living in Hardy county, shall receive the above reward, or thirty dollars for the thief and ten for the Mare, paid by me.
Joseph Van Meter. Sept. 26. e03t.
CHARLES BENNETT
Has Imported per the ship Perseverance , from London, via Baltimore, the following Goods, which will be round and for Sale in a few days:
Superfine Cloths and Kerseymeres, of superior quality. Fashionable Waistcoating, consisting of Imperial clouded Brunswick Swansdowns, Check Vigona do. Beaverfett Toilettes, Welsted Quiltings, &c. &c. Elastic Suspenders. Irish Linens and Silesias. Seine and Sewing Twine. Superfine and common Shoe Thread, &c. &c. Best FF and battle Gunpowder. He daily expects per the United States, from Liverpool, a general assortment of Woolens, Hosiery, and Manchester. September 24. e03w
The Subscriber
MOST respectfully acquaints his Friends, and the Public generally, that on the 1st day of next month he intends to open an
OYSTER HOUSE,
where he at present resides, on King street, a few doors west of Washington street, where gentlemen can be supplied at any time with OYSTERS, served up in whatever manner they may think proper to order them—and, Where is there, by Land or Water, A niser morsel than an OYSTER.
He also intends to entertain generally, for which purpose he will at all times be supplied with Liquors of a superior quality, and the best Provisions the market will afford; and as it is his determination to use every effort to give satisfaction,
He hopes the color of his face Will his calling never disgrace, But that his conduct and attention Will be a means to gain him custom. The Public's most humble servant, JAMES HAMMOND. Alexandria, September 28. e03t
N. B. As a new beginner, I hope gentlemen will not expect credit. My capital is very limited, notwithstanding which, it is my determination to go in debt to no person, I consequently cannot afford to credit. I. H.
HOUSE AND LOTS for Sale,
UPON POTOMACK; Situated at the lower part, and within the limits of the town of Alexandria.
The house is built in the cottage style, calculated for the accommodation of a small family, but so planned as to admit of considerable enlargement without effecting its uniformity. It commands a fine view of the river and its adjacent country. The garden, principally in front, is rich and in high cultivation, extending to the water, which it approaches by semi circular falls. The lot attached to the house is 63 feet fronting upon Water street, (corner of Jefferson street) running into the channel. More ground may be obtained if required.
In the same range, and to the southward of the above, are several Lots, similarly situated as to advantages and prospects, calculated for neat small buildings. The whole or any part of the above property may be obtained by purchase upon reasonable terms, either in fee simple or under a light ground rent. A clear title free from every encumbrance will be given upon the payment of the sum agreed for, and a liberal credit allowed if required. Mr. Yates, residing upon the shore, below Keith's wharf, and adjoining the premises, will show the property, and a line directed to Doctor Hamilton, post office, Alexandria, will meet with immediate attention. September 21. 31aw1m
NOTICE.
THE administration of the estate of JAMES WILSON, deceased, having been committed to the Subscribers by the Orphans' Court of the county of Alexandria, they hereby require all those indebted to the said estate to make immediate payment of their respective debts; and those who have claims against the estate, to exhibit them as early as possible, properly authenticated.
Eliza Wilson, R. I. Taylor. August 12. 31awtf
PUBLIC SALE.
PURSUANT to Deeds of Trust from Philip Wanton to the subscriber will be sold on the premises, at public auction, at 11 o'clock, A. M. on the 5th day of October, ensuing,
Six Lots of Ground, Handsomely situated on Stump Hill, about two miles west from Alexandria, described in the plat of said tract by the numbers 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, and 25, lying in one body, and containing about 36 acres, being subject to pay of the original purchase money two installments due 2d January and 2d July past, in amount 597 13-100 dollars—The terms of trust are CASH; but some credit will be allowed on satisfactory security.
In like manner, will be Sold, In the town of Centreville, 25 miles from Alexandria, at 11 o'clock, on the 12th day of October next,
A valuable Lot of Ground, together with the improvements thereon; consisting of a good Frame Dwelling-House, a Tannery of Vats, Bark House, &c. convenient for the tanning business.
Samuel Craig, Trustee. September 2. e03t
Valuable Property for Sale.
The subscriber, anxious to close his outstanding concerns, without delay, offers for sale, the following PROPERTY, viz.
His Houses and Lot, on Oronoko and Washington streets.
18 Acres of Ground, on the commons of Alexandria, near the powder-house.
His Wharf, with a Warehouse upon it.
Fourteen Lots of Ground contiguous to the wharf, on two of which are Framed Houses.
Two Houses and Lots on Prince street, well situated for business.
A House and Lot on King street, with a Warehouse behind, on a public alley.
A Moiety of a three story Brick House on Water street and a Lot adjoining—at present occupied by Doctor Kennedy.
A Lot of half an acre, southeast corner of Fairfax and Gibbon streets.
A Lot on St. Asaph's street, near Prince street.
Two Lots on Queen and Washington streets.
An undivided fourth part of 19 090 acres of Land, in Spotsylvania county, on the Rappahannock river, a few miles above Fredericksburg and Falmouth. The advantages of this tract, in water carriage, mill-seats, an inexhaustible quantity of iron ore of the first quality, wood, together with a flattering prospect of potash, are so great as to merit the attention of monied men.
A company is about forming for the erection of iron-works, &c. upon this land, and if carried into effect, ten shares in the said company will be disposed of in lieu of the land.
4333 and one-third Acres of Land, in Botetourt county, (Kentucky), near Lexington; said to be of excellent quality.
2847 and one-third Acres of Land, in Lincoln county, (Kentucky).
3709 Acres of Land, in Wood county, (Virginia).
15,000 Acres of Land, in Hardy county, (Virginia).
A House and Lot, in Leesburg.
A large quantity of Timber, consisting of chestnut and other kinds, standing near the Great Falls of Potomac; which may be conveniently transported by water to George Town, Washington, and Alexandria.
Also—Sundry Ground-Rents in Alexandria.
To those who wish to invest their money to advantage, or to whom the subscriber may be indebted, he will make sales on terms very beneficial to either. If speedy application is made to him.
He hereby gives notice to all persons indebted to him, that if their accounts are not satisfactorily settled by the first of November next, suits will be commenced without respect to any.
WILLIAM WILSON. September 11. e03t
TO BE LET,
The HOUSE on Fairfax street now occupied by Mr. James H. Hoge. Possession will be given on the first of July. Apply to Mr. JOHN TUCKER, of Alexandria. The vacant LOTS on King, Columbus, and Washington streets; the LOTS on the Mall, lately advertised for sale; or any other Lots belonging to the subscriber, for sale by him, on reasonable terms. STEPHEN COOKE. Leesburg, May 22.
Valuable Property for Sale.
On the 10th day of October next, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, will be Sold on a long credit, at public vendue, on the premises,
THAT large STONE WAREHOUSE on the corner of Wolfe and Union streets; one half of a Ground Rent of £131 18/9, arising out of the Dill-house immediately adjoining; one half of the Wharf that was built by general Roberdeau, and a number of Vacant Lots on Water, Wolfe, and Union streets.
The property will be shown to any person applying to the subscriber.
THOMAS PATTERSON. August 19. e03w
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