Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1805-10-17 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. V.]
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1805.
[No. 1425.]
Public Sale.
On FRIDAY 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., tierces and bts. Chocolate White and brown Soap and } in boxes, Mould and dipt 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, Kenseys, Negro Cottons, Serge, Elastics, blue Friezes, Calimancoes, Russels, Yarn Stockings, Chintzes and Calicoes, Linen Linens, Silesia do. Dunbars and Ticklenburgs, Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs, India Muslins and Table-Clothes, Bandana Handkerchiefs, Coloured Threads, Hats and sundry other articles. Philip G. Marsteller. Dec. 20.
Landing and for Sale at HARPER'S Wharf, from the brig Economy , capt. Smith, 50 qr. casks rich Malaga Wine, 1800 bushels Ground Alum Salt. Apply on board, or to JOHN G. LADD. Oct. 7. d
WANTED,
A MALE or FEMALE servant, accus- tomed to Cooking . Apply to the PRINTER. September 28. d
WE HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line of business.
THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order.
St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses.
TEAS,
carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mucovado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Maize, Nutmegs, Cloves, Caffa, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Blue, Pimento & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bee Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper. Havanna Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Saltpetre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipt Candles. Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson, August 20. d
TUNIS CRAVEN
HAS JUST RECEIVED, 8 puncheons Jamaica Rum, of a superior quality. 15 puncheons, } New England Rum. 30 barrels Which he will sell low, for cash or approved negotiable notes. August 26. d
Wanted to Purchase,
50 well seasoned Locust or Cedar Posts, and 250 stout Chesnut RAILS. Apply to the Printer. Aug. 10.
FOR SALE,
A likely NEGRO Boy, about 12 or 13 years old. Enquire of the Printer. September 12.
FOR LIVERPOOL—Direct.
THE SHIP UNITED STATES, An established REGULAR TRADER.
A part of her Cargo being ready, the remain- der will be taken on moderate terms. — For freight or passage, apply to Ricketts, Newton & Co. October 15. d
For Norfolk and Richmond,
THE SLOOP HARRIOT, Lying at Irvin's whar'. For Freight or Passage, having good accommodations, apply to Captain THOMAS EDWARDS. October 15. d3t
JAMES RUSSEL,
Has imported per the UNITED STATES , captain Speake, from Liverpool, FALL GOODS. October 15. d12t
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. September 5. def
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 establish- ing the same.
Charles Little, W. Payne, Richard Fitzhugh, H. Gunnel, jun. Wm. Middleton, Daniel McChechester, Francis Coffer, Daniel Lewis, John C. Hunter. MONDAY, the 19th day } (29) of August, 1805. } dtt
Douglass & Mandeville,
Lower end of KING-STREET , OFFER FOR SALE
Jamaica, } RUM , Antigua, } In hogheads and barrels. St. Croix, & N. England French Brandy, & } In Pipes. Holland Gin, Loaf, } SUGAR , in bds. and bts. Lump & Brown Whiskey & } In Tierces and barrels. Whiskey Bounce, Liverpool blown, Limington, } SALT , Cadiz & } In Sacks and Bulk. Lisbon Butter in Firkins, Plaster of Paris, A quantity of Rhode Island Cheese, Malaga Wine in quarter casks, Molasses in hogheads, Candles and Soap in boxes, Coffee in bags, Havannah Honey in casks, Do. Segars in boxes, Pepper and Pimento in bags, Imperial, Hyson, } TEAS , in qr. chests. Young Hyson, Hyson Skin & Souchong Wrapping paper, FF. Gunpowder in casks, Richmond Tobacco in kegs, Beef in barrels.
ALSO—
300 bbls. Inspected Herrings & Shad. New Wheat Flour in barrels and half barrels, selected for family use. ** We want to purchase 1000 bushels of OATS. October 14. d1w1w4t
For Amsterdam—Direct.
THE SHIP ALEXANDRIA, Capt. William Weston,
Will commence loading in two days, Three Hundred hogheads Tobacco, of her cargo being ready, the remainder and small freight will be taken on moderate terms, with liberty of con- signment, or if consigned to W. & J. Willink , a liberal advance will be made in Bills on Lon- don or Amsterdam, or Cash at the Baltimore ex- change. Apply to Washington Bowie, George Town, or Lawrasan & Fowle, Alexandria. October 8. d
For Freight, or Charter,
THE NEW SHIP RHODA & BETSEY ELIAS TENNY, MASTER;
Burthen 230 tons, she has per- formed only one voyage to Europe, is now in perfect staunch order, commo- dious for passengers and a first rate Sailer, ready to be ordered here in a few days, on application to John G. Ladd. September 24. d
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
Dissolution of Copartnership.
THE Copartnership hitherto subsisting under the firm of Joseph Riddle & Co. of Alexandria, was dissolved the first instant, by mutual con- sent: 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 ac- counts are of long standing are particularly re- quested to attend to this notice, and make payments to either of the subscribers. JOSEPH RIDDLE, Of Alexandria. JAMES DALL, Of Baltimore. September 18. tt
RYE WHISKEY.
50 barrels strong and fine flavored Rye Whis- key, A few hogheads prime retailing Molasses, 20 1-8 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. September 18.
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 bar- gain if applied for immediately. For terms, ap- ply to THOMAS RICHARDS, or in his absence to Mrs. Huston , living on the premises. August 8. dtt
This day is Published,
An for Sale at ROBERT GRAY'S Book store, and THIS OFFICE , (PRICE TWENTY-FIVE CENTS.) AN ABSTRACT OF AN
APOLOGY,
for Renouncing the Jurisdiction OF THE SYNOD OF KENTUCKY. BEING
A Compendious View of the GOSPEL , AND A FEW REMARKS ON THE CONFESSION OF FAITH. By Robert Marshall, John Dunaway, Richard McNemar, Barton W. Stone, John Thompson. May 2.
LANDING,
From on board the schooner Federalist , 1,600 Prime SPANISH HIDES , 39 Hogheads St. Croix SUGARS , of ve- ry superior quality & heavy weights, 4 Puncheons St. Croix RUM , 4 Tons LOGWOOD . Also on Hand, 30 hds Martinique Clayed SUGARS , FOR SALE BY Richard Veitch, & Co. October 15. co2w
To be Sold at Public Auction,
For ready money,
On Wednesday the 30th day of OCTOBER next, between the hours of eleven and two of that day, at the door of the Coffee House in the city of Alexandria—
FOUR acres and seven-eighths of an acre of ground, contiguous to the town of Alexandria, formerly conveyed to James Wilson , merchant, lately deceased; of so much thereof as will be sufficient to answer the purpose of pay- ing the charges of such sale, and also the sum of fourteen hundred and seventy six dollars and sixty eight cents, the amount of two promissory notes, due to Nathaniel Pendleton, from the late Wil- son , and also such interest as may be then due thereon; pursuant to a deed of trust to us the subscribers for that purpose, recorded in the of- fice of the Circuit Court for the District of Co- lumbia, in the country of Alexandria, 16th Ju- ly, 1805.
CHARLES SIMMS, GEORGE DENEALE, EDMUND I. LEE. October 7. 2awtds
NOTICE.
BY authority of a deed of trust from William Mitchel , deceased, to the subscri- bers for the benefit of Samuel Craig , we shall on the second Monday in November next, (seventh) expose to sale at public auction, a lot situated on the south side of Duke street , and to the west- ward of Water street , in the town of Alexandria , extending in front on Duke street , twenty seven feet ten inches, in depth, ninety one feet six inches to a ten feet alley. On the back part of the lot is a well built and well finished two story brick house, and a strong one story frame ware house in front.
A part of the money will be expect- ed down, and a credit given for the balance, par- ticulars will be made known on the day of sale.
Cleon Moore, Chas. McKnight, } Trustees. October 7. 2awtds
FOR SALE.
Eight cases low priced FELT HATS , One box IRISH LINENS , real Coltrains , Ninety barrels BEER , Two pipes HOLLAND GIN , One half pipe } LONDON PAR. Two qr. do. } TICULAR MADEIRA , And a few Sacks of Liverpool STOVED SALT. William Hodgson. October 2. d
NOW LANDING
From brig Economy , and for Sale by LAWRASAN & FOWLE
60 quarter casks Malaga Wine, of a superior quality 60 boxes mould and dipt Candles 50 do. first quality Havanna Segars 700 do American Sewing Twine. Also, from Sch'r Dove , from Portland, 8 pipes Vidona Wine 30,000 feet Merchantable Boards;
IN STORE,
20 chests young Hyson Tea 12 do. Hyson Skin 2 do. Souchong 1000 pieces Naukeens, entitled to debenture 50 do. Ravens Duck 50 do. Russia do. 3 males India Twine 70 barrels New-England Rum 6 pipes Holland Gin 1 do. Port Wine Cognac and Barcelona Brandy 100 boxes brown Soap 20 do. Chocolate Prime Beef China Bowls in boxes Mens coarse Shoes, and A FEW CASES BELLONA GUN- POWDER. October 5. d

EAST INDIA NEWS.
CALCUTTA GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY.
Wednesday, February 6, 1805.
Fort William, Feb. 5, 1805. — Dispatches of which the following copies are published for general information, have been received by his excellency the most noble the governor general, from his excellency the commander in chief: —
To his excellency the most noble marquis, Wellesley, governor general, &c.
My Lord,
I have the honor to inform your lordship that the breach appearing in a sufficient state of forwardness, I determined to attempt the place again this afternoon. The storming party moved out of the trenches, where they had been lodged for the purpose, a little before three o'clock — I am sorry to add that the ditch was found so broad and deep, that every attempt to pass it proved unsuccessful, and the party was obliged to return to the trenches, without effecting their object. — The troops behaved with their usual steadiness but I fear from the unavoidable fire they were exposed to, for a considerable time, that our loss has been severe. I shall have the honor to forward returns of the killed and wounded as soon as possible. — I have the honor to be, my lord, your lordship's most faithful humble servant.
[Signed]
G. LAKE.
Head quarters, camp before Bhurpore, Jan. 21, 1805.
SATURDAY, March 9, 1805.
Fort William, Saturday March 2, 1805.
Dispatches of which the following are copies, have been this day received by his excellency the most noble, the governor general, to his excellency the commander in chief: —
To his excellency the most noble marquis Wellesley, governor general, &c. &c.
My Lord,
My dispatch of the 20th will have informed your lordship of our failure, on that day in an attempt to carry Bhurpore by assault.
I have the honor to detail for your lordship's information, the plans that were formed to ensure, if possible the success of the attempt.
The storming party under the orders of lieut. col. Don, was formed of the greater part of the European force, belonging to the Bengal army, and three battalions of Sepoys.
One column composed of two hundred of his majesty's 36th regiment, from the Bombay division, and the first battallion of the 8th regiment of Bengal native infantry, under captain Grant, of the former corps, was ordered to attack the enemy's trenches and guns outside the town, whilst a third column composed of three hundred men of his majesty's 65th regiment and two battalions of Bombay Sepoys marching to attack the Beem Narain Gate, which, from every report I had received, was easy of access for guns, &c.
The signal for the storming party to move out was the commencement of captain Grant's attack on the enemy's trenches, which took place a little before four o'clock in the afternoon.
Capt. Grant's column was completely successful, and got immediate possession of the enemy's guns, eleven in number, all of which have been brought into camp. The gallant conduct of Capt. Grant and his party merits every praise.
I am sorry to say, that neither of the other columns succeeded. Lieut. Col. Don's was unfortunately delayed by some unexpected circumstances, and on its arrival at the ditch, it was found to contain such a depth of water as to render it impossible to gain the breach. — The troops immediately attempted to ascend by the bastion, but the obstacles they met with were of so serious a nature, that their utmost efforts were unsuccessful, though the colours of the 12th native infantry were planted within a short distance of the top.
The column from the Bombay division, under lieutenant colonel Taylor, notwithstanding every exertion, could not effect their object. They were very considerably delayed on their march by a large body of the enemy's horse; and by a mistake on the part of their guide, were early exposed to a most heavy and destructive fire from the town, which by destroying their ladders, rendered the attempt on the gate impracticable, and obliged lieutenant colonel Taylor to draw his men under cover, until he received orders to return to camp. I feel it my duty to assure your lordship, that though unfortunately not crowned with
success, the exertions of colonel Don were meritorious and gallant in the extreme, and I feel under infinite obligations to this officer.
I have the honor to be, my lord, your lordship's most faithful humble servant. (Signed) G. LAKE.
Head-quarters, Camp before Bhurpore, February 21, 1805.
To his excellency the most noble Marquis Wellesley, governor general, &c.
My Lord,
My dispatch of yesterday date will have conveyed to your lordship intelligence of our want of success in a fourth attempt made to carry this place by assault.
As it appeared that our failure on the 20th was to be accounted for, in a great measure, by the occurrence of unexpected accidents and delays, as part of the corps who formed the storming party had surmounted the principal difficulty, and had nearly gained the summit of the bastion, where I was informed a few more hours battering would render the accent perfectly easy, I determined to make another attempt yesterday.
The party for this service consisted of the whole European force, and two battalions of native infantry of the Bengal army, and the greater part of his majesty's 65th and 36th regiments, and the grenadier battallion and flank companies of the first battallion third regiment from the Bombay division. The whole moved to the attack about three o'clock in the afternoon, under the command of the honorable brigadier Monson.
The troops, most confident of success, commenced the attack, and persevered in it for a considerable length of time, with the most determined bravery; but their utmost exertions were not sufficient to enable them to gain the top of the branch. The Bastion which was the point of attack was extremely steep, the resistance opposed to them was vigorous, and as our men could only mount by small parties at a time, the advantage was very great on the side of the enemy. Discharge of grape, logs of wood, and pots filled with combustible materials immediately knocked down those who were ascending, and the whole party, after being engaged in an obstinate contest for two hours, and suffering very severe loss, were obliged to relinquish the attempt, and retire to our trenches.
I have to lament the loss of very many gallant officers and men, as will appear to your lordship by the accompanying return of killed and wounded on this occasion.
It is with sincere grief I inform your lordship, that among the killed is my aide-de-camp, major Menzies, of his majesty's 80th regiment, who proceeded with the storming party, and fell whilst among the foremost, he was making the most heroic exertions to ascend the branch. I feel sincere sorrow for his loss, no less on account of the great regard I entertained for his private worth, than for the high estimation in which I held his merits as an officer.
The honorable colonel Monson, to whom the conduct of the attack was entrusted, made every possible exertion, and has received my best thanks for his uncommon gallantry and perseverance on that occasion.
Though the troops were unable to effect their object, I am happy to assure your lordship, that they have on no occasion displayed greater steadiness. Those of the Bengal army supported their former character, and the Bombay division displayed a degree of resolution and discipline, which entitles them to my highest praise and approbation.
I have the honor to be my Lord, your lordship's most faithful humble servant. (Signed) G. LAKE.
Head Quarters, Camp before, Bhurpore, February 22, 1805.
BOSTON, Oct. 10.
AFFAIRS OF TRIPOLI.
By the last mail we received from an anonymous correspondent at Washington, a letter, of which the following are extracts. We cannot vouch for the accuracy of the information they give. The writer assures us he is actuated by the best motives; and he appears to have derived his intelligence from correct sources. We will not therefore withhold it from our readers.
Washington, Sept. 28, 1805.
DEAR SIR,
I HAVE just seen the Centinel of the 21st instant in which, a writer very naturally attributes the conduct of our Tripolitan peace makers to jealousy of the additional fame to be acquired by our gallant Eaton, if he were suffered to go on.
But the writer was indeed misinformed respecting the part which commodore Barron took in this hasty business. The blame will rest entirely on Lear, who, from the moment of Eaton's arrival, conceived a jealousy and formed a plan to defeat his hopes to reinstate Hamet, at Tripoli, and then with the aid of his troops, to bring first Tunis, and then Algiers to such terms as might be dictated by the President of the United States. All the officers join in blaming Lear, as the prime mover of the mischief; for if Lear had consented, Eaton would have headed the 100 marines, and with 10,000 dollars, and the co-operation of the small vessels at the different fortified ports along the coast, on the march to Tripoli; would have succeeded. But this small assistance (and it was all he asked) was shamefully withheld; under what pretext I have yet to learn. But the cause will be stated by Eaton himself, should he ever arrive safe.
The facts I transmit are obtained from our officers themselves; and they are communicated from the best motives — inquiry and justice. After the battle of Derne, many deserters came in; but more after the second battle, in which the reigning bashaw's Mameluke guards were totally defeated by Eaton's forces. The news of these defeats excited a movement towards insurrection in Tripoli; and the affrighted bashaw, having learnt from the Danish consul, the jealousy which Lear had of Eaton, sent to inform Lear, that "he should make no more propositions but to the brave general Eaton, who he doubted not, would be more generous from a character he said he had of him." On this, Mr. Lear, from jealousy, as some of my informants say, and as others, to secure the few presents which are always made on such occasions, instead of waiting farther, offered the sixty thousand dollars ransom. At which the bashaw pounced with the rapidity of an hungry hawk.
I am assured, our executive is in possession of all these facts, and many more; but the part Mr. Lear is suspected of having acted in procuring the original of certain letters, and the copies of the answers of general Washington, on the subject of the famous Mazzei letter, &c. will probably screen him at the source of inquiry.
The officers present declare, they never were in danger from the mere speculation threats of the bashaw; and that he had even asked if he could be permitted to fly on board the American squadron, if his life should be endangered by the pending revolution (in favor of his brother) of his guards in Tripoli. Nothing can be more true, than that this vile usurper was ready to submit to any terms whatever. The only palliative which I can bear, for the conduct of Lear, is that one of the officers told him he was frightened at the mock threats of the bashaw; and that this officer will defend Lear: But Dr. Cowdry, who was permitted to act as physician to the bashaw (Jussuf) has assured me, there never was the smallest danger of the lives of a single individual. Mr. Lear, I understand, was told, that Hamet Bashaw was a drunken sot, but from Mr. Eaton I can assure you, this is false. Mr. E. never saw him in the least disguised; on the contrary, that he is an amiable man, of a philanthropic, gentle and princely demeanor.
I am sure that Hamet bashaw, Assad Bey, and the young Bey of the next fortress to Derne, who arrived at the moment when Eaton was ordered out of Tripoli by Lear, agreeably to the treaty, are expected here in the first ship. Gen. Eaton would have remained at Derne, and tried his fortune for the ex-bashaw; but from an apprehension it would appear like insurgency against the government of his country; and that Lear would try to injure his reputation, at home. He has I am told written a series of letters, which the executive will not show to any one at present — Time will disclose all things.
A gentleman here who left Mr. Eaton and his Mahometan friends, at Syracuse, says that they were all extremely angry with Mr. Lear — who kept himself out of the way. The ex-bashaw and his friends, now and then curse the Americans, as faithless christian dogs; for they had been deceived by them and not by poor Eaton. The latter is not to blame, he had reason even to the last to hope in the wisdom and honor of those who could, if jealousy or something worse had not intervened, have enabled him to have exalted the fame of his country to an enviable height, and to have placed his amiable friend and our firm ally, where he ought to be.
Mr. Eaton and the bashaw, I am told left Derne in the night; and that the next day there was a massacre of all his Bedouin followers, to a very great number. I hope this is not true."
NEW YORK, October 13.
Arrived, the brig President Bell, of Alexandria. The brig Mary, from New York and Bermuda, was to sail in 3 days. The brig Joseph, Alsop, of New Haven, sailed for New York 5 days before the President. The three masted schr Orestes, from New York for Cape Francois, passed Turk's Island for St. Domingo on the 18th. On the 26th of Sept. the day captain Bell sailed, he was about to be boarded by a French privateer of 10 guns, and received several shots from her, when a British King's schooner hove in sight, and soon came up with the Frenchman, when a running engagement took place, and continued two hours before captain Bell lost sight of them; he is of the opinion the French privateer was captured.
BALTIMORE, Oct. 16.
Arrived, schooner Fanny, Swaine, from Jeremie.
Left there, 18th September brig Antelope, Gray; Isabella, Craig; schooners Messenger, White; Nonsuch, White; Eclipse, Wheeler; and Meteor, Fraser, all of Baltimore, the three last just arrived; schooners Betsey, Ellis, for Philadelphia in 6 weeks. The schooner Hetty, Stanley, of Baltimore, was chased by 3 French privateers. The ship Mary was still at Aux Cayes. The day before the Nonsuch got in, she fell in with two French privateers, which towed up on each quarter, and fired a broadside into his sails and rigging but did no material injury; he ordered his men not to fire until he could learn their further dispositions; in consequence of his keeping his fire, they took him for an English vessel of war, and not liking the appearance of the Nonsuch, they took to their sweeps and made all possible haste away; the Meteor was in company and they both chased the privateers for some time.
On the passage spoke an English brig, capt. Cromante, one of the Jamaica fleet, who informed that the prosperity, Fuch, of Baltimore, was some time since recaptured from the French, and brought into Jamaica, and condemned on the evidence of the mate, who deposed, "that Smith and Gordon, (the owners) were both natives of St. Domingo!!" He further informed, that captain Fuch, was on board a schooner in the fleet, bound to Norfolk. The schooner Experiment, (captain dead) belonging to Rogers and Owings, of Baltimore, was in the fleet.
Captain S. informs, that the Haytian government intended to purchase no more American cargoes, but will permit every person to sell to whom they please; but the Coffee will still be in requisition until all the debts are paid that they have contracted. Great disturbances are said to have taken place, in consequence of Dessalines having determined to examine all the titles by which the lands are held, and to dispossess those of their possessions, who cannot satisfy the enquiries of his commissioners.
The brig George, Stiles, from Martinique; and a ship from R. Island, are below.
WASHINGTON, October 16.
We understand that on the 15th of Aug. Mr. Munroe our minister at London, had an interview with lord Mulgrave, the British secretary of state for foreign affairs, on the subject of the recent captures, when it appeared that no new order had been issued but that they proceeded from the decisions recently made in the high court of appeals, subjecting the trade between European hostile countries and their colonies through a neutral state to a much narrower rule than had before been contemplated. At this interview the subject was not discussed in detail between Mr. Munroe and the minister, but the latter assured him there was nothing in the disposition of his government which could admit of an unfriendly measure against the United States.
Another conference having been requested by Mr. Munroe, for the purpose of entering more fully into the affair, it remains to be seen what will be the issue of this important business.
NORFOLK, October 14.
Arrived, schr. Mohawk, Quarles, 19 days from Port-au-Prince. Left at Port-au Prince ships Neptune, Taylor, and Connecticut, Suter, of Philadelphia. Sailed in company with the ships Sampson, Palmer, & Leander, Cowper, of and for New York; schrs Nonpareil, Bishop; Jane, Durkey, and Matchless, Forbes, for Baltimore; Diana, White; Dash, Terry, N. York; Juliet, Skelly, for Philadelphia. Off St. Marks, were joined by a schooner bound to Baltimore. September 23, fell in with a privateer under French colors.

morning 14 gns, she hove to and gave a shot, which being returned by the armed vessels, she hauled her wind and left us. October 4, lat. 30, 22, long. 73, with the Baltimore schooners left the Port-au-Prince.
Alexandria Daily Advertiser. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17.
The following list of American vessels left at Amsterdam the 5th of August, was handed us by captain Smith, of the brig Nancy, arrived yesterday: Little Cherub, Bunton, of and for Philadelphia, to sail 15th August. Brig Industry, Stone, of and for Newburyport, in all August. Sampson, Munroe, from New-Orleans, bound to Bremen, 10th August. Nancy, Hodge, of Newburyport, bound to Boston, in four weeks. Snow John and Joseph, Manning, of Baltimore, bound to Lisbon, 20th August. Brig Bessey, Goddard, of and for Boston, 10th August. Brig Massasoit, Fereman, of & for Boston, in 7 days. Concordia, Bell, of New York, bound to Petersburg, 5th August. Hercules, Parsons, of Newburyport, bound to Boston, 25th August. Mary, Roberts, of Trieste, bound to Newburyport, three weeks. Brig Sophia, Norrisson, of and for Baltimore, 20th August. Diaper, Page, of and for New York, in seven days. Eliza Ann, Thompson, of and for New York, in fifteen days. Thetis, Geogarth, of Newport, uncertain. America, Smith, of and for Baltimore, 10th August. Maquet, Bowles, of Philadelphia uncertain. Union, Johnson, of and for New York, 16th August. Nancy, Smith, of George-town, bound to Alexandria, 7th August. William, Moores, of and for New York, 1st September. Brig Truxton, Laton, of Boston, uncertain.
Hanson, Ramsay, of and for New-York, 10th August. Hanson, Clark, of Baltimore, bound to New York, 20th August. Brig Commerce, Tappan, of Newburyport, bound to Lisbon, 15 days. Brig Hannah, Mitchell, of and for Newburyport, uncertain. Triton, Bourne, of and for New York, uncertain. Amiable Matilda, Thompson, of and for New York, 15th August. Margaret, Eldred, of and for Baltimore, 15th August. Two Sisters, M'Dermot, of Baltimore, bound to St. Ubes, 2 days. Charlotte Murdock, Walker, of New York, uncertain, six weeks.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in St. Louis, Upper-Louisiana, to his friend in Georgetown, dated 26th July, 1805. We left Pittsburgh on the 10th May, arrived here on the 1st inst. and on the 4th had a grand dinner and ball given by the citizens in honor of its being the inauguration day of the governor—with whose conduct and manners all classes appear to be highly pleased. The day was spent in the greatest harmony and pleasure.
Knowing you expect some account of this place, I will say as much as my time will allow. In size, improvement and business, it falls short of my expectations. All the houses are of stone, one story high, with piazzas on two sides, and in many instances on every side, to make them comfortable for the summer, which is very hot. They are raised in general, half a story off the street, I suppose for the benefit of air, which half is used as a cellar. The surrounding country is as rich as it can well be, and still not a cultivated plantation is there to relieve the longing eye—so superlatively do the French enjoy the gift of laziness—which in this country, cannot be equalled by any thing unless by the extravagant price of every article of food and raiment. For your satisfaction I will quote the prices in a few instances. Board from 25 to 30 dols. per month. House rent, as high as in the City in 1800. Brown Sugar 75 cents, and loaf do. 1 dollar per pound. Coffee 75 cents. Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, and all of about the same quality, 2 dollars 50 cts.
Lisbon and Sherry Wines, from 6, 7, and 8 dols. per gallon. Whiskey of 3 or 4 years old, 2 dols. per gallon. Pair of store shoes (mens) 4 dols. Dry Goods from 3 to 4 per cent dearer than with you, Madeira Wine, French Brandy, Jamaica, and other Spirits, Boots, and many other articles, not to be had. With respect to Groceries, you must know they are very scarce at present; and for no price can some of them be had, the usual supplies from New Orleans not having been received this year. A chairmaker, a shoemaker and a coach-maker who would bring articles of every kind along, such as would be necessary for sulkeys, chairs and the cheaper kind of carriages, would make fortunes here quickly; but cabinet makers, carpenters, brickmakers, and layers, stone masons, painters and glaziers, two merchant or master taylors, and as many farmers as would come, provided they were industrious, &c. are not, by coming last in the paragraph, to be considered much behind the three first mentioned, without whom the people cannot well do”.
From Lisbon. Capt. Lathrop, arrived here yesterday, in 38 days from Lisbon, informs, that the combined French and Spanish fleets arrived off Cadiz about the 26th August, but did not enter that port.—He was informed, however, at Lisbon, that the squadron were destined for the Mediterranean; and that an English fleet, having gained intelligence of this event, had, two days after, gone in search of them. The name of the latter fleet he did not learn. [Bott. paper.]
Latest from France. By the arrival, on Tuesday last, of the brig Acorn, Capt. Folger, Paris accounts to the 23d August have been received. It does not appear, however, from the scanty intelligence which they furnish, that any events of importance had recently transpired on the continent of Europe. They mention the return to Paris of the Emperor, from his tour of review and inspection on the coast; and state a report, that the camps were breaking up, and the troops filing off towards Germany. On the general occurrences of the foreign or internal relations of France, they are as collative as a Dutch circular. [Ibid.]
The following is given in the Foreign Journals, as the letter of the king of Prussia to Bonaparte, recognizing his Imperial dignity: SIR AND BROTHER... The desire to maintain and to cultivate those relations of amity, and that perfect good understanding, in which I have hitherto had the pleasure of being with the French Government, and at the same time to testify to you my high personal regard, has induced me to transmit, without delay, these presents to my Minister of State, the Marquis de Lucchesini, to accredit him to your person in the quality of my Ambassador Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary. I accordingly request you to believe whatever he may have the honour to say or to propose to you on my part. He will in particular fulfil my intentions by giving you Imperial Majesty to understand the sentiments which I have ever cherished towards you; the sincere interest which I have never ceased to take in all that is calculated to increase and strengthen the prosperity and the welfare of the nation over which you rule; and my ardent wishes that this prosperity may be still farther augmented by the happy restoration of peace and tranquility in Europe. You will invariably find, in my mode of thinking and acting the same candour and the same confidence in you, which I have hitherto been so anxious to show you. While I give you this assurance, I likewise renew, with pleasure, that of the sentiment of friendship, and the high consideration with which I am your Imperial Majesty's good Brother and Friend.
FREDERICK WILLIAM. Berlin, May 27, 1805. The following extract of a letter from Petersburg, relative to the Russian embassy to China, has been published in a foreign journal: “Court Potocki, known by his historical labors, is at the head of the embassy; and is accompanied, as zoologist, or naturalist, by Adams, who had before travelled with Count Mussn Puschkin to Mount Caucasus, as botanist, physician, and entomologist; by Redowsky, formerly botanist to Count Alexs Rozumosky; by Pauser as mineralogist and geologist by Schubert, as astronomer, and by Claproth, Junior, as Philologist. The literati with their assistants, painters, artists artificers, and a detachment of fifty men as a guard, set out this day, the 14th of May; but the Ambassador himself will not set out till some time after. Their route lies through Moscow, Nischney, Novogorod, Kasan, Ahatarineburgh, to the south of Tobolsk, to Omisk, Kolywan, Irkutsk, as far as Kyachte, the Russian Staple on the border of Chinese Tartary. Here they are to wait for the Ambassador, and the Chinese Tadschins, who are to escort the Russian embassy, now consisting of more than one hundred men, through the desert of Yobi, and Kellow Mongolia. It is to be wished
that the researches of these naturalists, from whose zeal and knowledge much may be expected, should be the less limited during their progress through the country of the Mongols and the desert, as on the other side of the wall the jealousy of the Chinese will throw but too many obstacles in their way. May the sciences derive as much advantage from this expedition, as they have from Missions of the Russian Government! I write this on the day when the worthy literati depart and every one of your readers will join me in my hearty wish they may return safe and loaded with the most precious literary spoil!
The political distinctions of names in the United States are, Federal Republicans, Constitutional Republicans, and Democrats; alias Mobocrats; alias Jacobinical Republicans : to which perhaps may be added, among some of the young men of Philadelphia, and elsewhere, perhaps three or four dozen Monarchical Republicans .
The federalists are, and ever have been consistent, uniform, sincere republicans. The constitutional republicans have been Mobocratic: some have seen the weakness of their ways. The Democratic republicans, such as Tom Paine, John Randolph, Wm. Duane, &c. are trying the decisive experiment in congress, and in Pennsylvania; if unsuccessful, they may calculate with certainty on the gradual abolition of Democracy in the union. The monarchical republicans are some few who admire republicanism, but who seriously think such a government cannot be long maintained, and that the sooner monarchy is established the better: their number is extremely small, and we trust they will never see in America such a revolution of government as to justify their apprehensions.
Federalism will never sink: the government can be maintained only by federal principles: i. e. every individual of good sense, virtue and knowledge must in his political deportment act as the federalist act.
From the Connecticut Courant. To the People of all Political Parties. SINCE there is much political debate and strife among us, some saying, “lo here” is the right way, and others, “lo there,” I also will show my opinion. I am an aged man; and though I have spent a great part of my time in tilling the ground a considerable portion of it has been devoted to reflection, and to reading such books as I thought would make me wiser; and particularly to reading history.
It appears to me that the things which belong to the peace and prosperity of the public are plain, and that they may be reduced to a few points—How does a family rise from small beginnings and become flourishing and respectable? By industry, and frugality, and the practice of good morals. And how are the descendants of the same family brought low? most commonly by idleness, dissipation and a general degeneracy from the virtues of their ancestors. Now a nation or a state may be considered as a great family, that also usually rises and falls in the manner that has been mentioned.
My Bible informs me, that ‘righteousness exalteth a nation,’ and that a general corruption of morals and manners is a certain forerunner of national ruin: and I find these sentiments remarkably verified in the histories of nations, especially in the history of free nations.
It is hardly to be believed that any nation since the beginning of the world, has as to the main body of its members, been moral in the strictest and highest sense of the word, that is, truly pious . But some nations have been remarkable for their external respect to the great duties of religion and morality; and others have rendered themselves notoriously infamous by their immorality and vices. The former have commonly prospered; while the latter have speedily wrought their own ruin.—It has been more especially so as to free republics. The members of a despotic state are the passive instruments of a despot, by whose strong arm they are held, restrained, and managed at pleasure: and such a state may, therefore, continue powerful for some time, though it be deeply and almost universally corrupted. But a free republic wherein the people are the source of power, depends for its political existence upon the intelligence and virtue of the people.—So long as they have correct ideas respecting their own political interests and continue generally virtuous in their morals and habits, their rights remain secure, unless perchance they should be subjugated by some other nation of superior force. But if their minds become darkened by ignorance or by prejudices, and especially if their morals become generally and deeply corrupted, they will most assuredly plunge into anarchy, and will “bite and devour one another,” till some bold usurper find an opportunity to yoke them for his service. This ever has been the natural course of things, and ever will be so, as long as man continues to be man.
We might trace this truth in the histories of all free nations, ancient and modern, which have risen, flourished, and fallen. We might trace it particularly in the Bible history of the Hebrew tribes. While they steadfastly adhered to the laws and institutions which infinite wisdom had provided for them, they prospered: but when they corrupted their ways, they fell. Indeed the whole volume of all history from the beginning of the world to the present day, so far as it is set before us, uniformly teaches that public and private virtue is the life-spring of rational liberty; a liberty that makes equitable laws its sanctuary, and is as far removed from licentiousness as light is from the darkness.
Here then is the cardinal point, to which every friend to the welfare of this country ought to give the most earnest heed. If we suffer a general depravation of morals and manners, the loss of our civil privileges will be inevitable. What though our nation become wealthy, if it also become exceedingly corrupt, it will be like a body bloated with a dropsy; and political death must soon dissolve its parts.
It is truly and excellently remarked by Doctor Middleton in his life of Cicero, that “the course that a free nation runs, is from virtuous industry to wealth; from wealth to luxury; from luxury to an impatience of discipline and correction of morals; till by a total degeneracy and loss of virtue, being grown ripe for destruction, it falls at last a prey to some hardy oppressor, and, with the loss of liberty, loses every thing else that is valuable.”
The truths contained in these remarks are solemn and weighty, and they deeply concern us as individuals, and as members of the great community. If our nation is seemingly running the same fatal race that is here described, if the morals of the people are degenerating, there is surely a loud call upon all the friends to virtue and the public welfare, of whatever political party, to combine together to check the progress of immorality, and “strengthen the things that remain, that are ready to die.” There is a loud call particularly upon the sober substantial part of the people of New England, to unite their efforts for the preservation of those virtuous principles, manners and habits, which were the glory of their ancestors. N.
JONAH THOMPSON & SON Have Imported in the United States, from Liverpool, FALL GOODS. October 17 d.
Valuable Lands for Sale. BY virtue of a deed of trust executed by Henry Lee to the subscriber, for securing a debt due from the said Henry Lee, to William Ludwell Lee, deceased; the following TRACT OF LAND will be sold at Public Auction, on the premises, on Monday, the 25th day of November, ensuing, 2,800 acres, called Hollis's Marsh, lying in the county of Westmoreland, and state of Virginia, adjoining the Stratford estate, and bordering on the Potomak river. (Signed) Bushrod Washington, Mount Vernon, Oct. 17. 27t
Museum of Wax-Figures. The OWNER of the MUSEUM OF WAX FIGURES, having determined to fix the price of admittance to the low price of 25 cents, in order that every body may have the advantage of their sight, (being the first and very likely the last time that such a curious piece of work has been exhibited in this country) takes the liberty of inviting the Ladies and Gentlemen in this town who wish to see them to profit of this favorable opportunity, giving them at the same time notice, that SATURDAY next will be the last day of exhibition.
Just Arrived from Europe, And to be seen at the corner of King and Pitt streets, nearly opposite the Washington tavern, A GRAND COLLECTION OF FIGURES, (AS NATURAL AS LIFE) Representing the great Monarchs and High Personages in Europe, &c.
These Figures have been produced by an able Artist, at an extraordinary expence, and have afterwards been exhibited at Rome, Vienna, Milan, Madrid, and several other cities in Europe, and have always excited admiration! Hours of Exhibition from 9 o'clock in the morning till 10 in the evening. At intervals the company will be entertained by a choice band of Music, with several Italian pieces. Admittance 25 Cents—Children half price. The above Figures will remain in the city but one week from this date. October 14. 26t

THE SUBSCRIBER HAS JUST RECEIVED, Per the UNITED STATES from LIVER- POOL, a complete assortment of Hardware and Cutlery, &c. &c. Six Ton Patent SHOT assorted, Bar and Sheet LEAD. The above articles will be sold low for Cash or on the usual Credit.
O. P. FINLEY. Oct. 16. d6t.
NOTICE.
WILLIAM SANFORD intending to leave Alexandria in a short time, requests all those to whom he is indebted to bring in their ac- counts for settlement, and acquaints all those who are indebted to him that they will be waited on in a few days for their respective balances. Oct. 16 d3t.
JUST RECEIVED, AND FOR SALE, Twenty cases Claret. William Hodgson. October 16. d
CUTHBERT POWELL, Has imported per the United States, from Li- verpool, FALL GOODS. October 16. ed1w22w2t
NO CURE—NO PAY.
WHEREAS, a great many appli- cations are made to the Subscriber, for the cure of the FEVER AND AGUE, which is attended with some expense, and loss of time; he therefore takes the liberty of informing his friends and the public, that his terms are One Dollar, to be paid on the application, which shall be returned if the patient is not cured in four days, from the time application is made. A printed ticket to this ef- fect will be delivered to the applicant by giving a true account of the number of fits they have had. John Sellers. October 15. d3t
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, Washington County, to wit: On the petition of Lund Washington, an in- solvent debtor confined in the prison of Washington county aforesaid, for debt—Notice is hereby given, to the creditors of the said Lund Washington, that, on the 28th instant, at ten o'clock, A. M. at the Capitol, in the court room, the oath prescribed by the act of Con- gress, entitled, "An act for the relief of in- solvent debtors within the district of Columbia," will be administered to the said Lund Washing- ton, and a trustee appointed unless sufficient cause be then and there shown to the contrary. It is ordered, that this notice be published in the Na- tional Intelligencer, in one newspaper printed in Alexandria, and in one newspaper printed in Bal- timore, three times in each paper previous to the said 28th instant. By order of the hon. W. Cranch, an assist- ant judge of the circuit court of the dis- trict of Columbia. William Brent, Clerk Circuit Court of district of Columbia for Washington county. October 16. d3t*
THE SUBSCRIBER, AT HIS GROCERY STORE, King near Washington Street, HAS JUST RECEIVED FROM PHILADELPHIA, &c. &c. —A SUPPLY OF— Fresh teas, particularly selected, 6000 lbs. green coffee, 14 hds. St. Croix and St. Martins sugar, New York and Philadelphia, loaf and lump sugars. Old 4th proof Jamaica Spirits, Do. 2d and 3d proof St. Croix rum Cognac brandy, Holland gin, Whiskey and New England rum, Choice old Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, Claret in cases, 20 Boxes fresh muscatel raisins, Very best chocolate, Dixon's best mustard, Saffron oil, &c. With a general assortment of groce- ries as usual. The whole of which are of a superi- or quality, and will be sold on the most reasona- ble terms. JAMES BACON. May 14. d
The highest price given for clean Linen Rags, by the Printer of this paper.
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 contain about 36 acres, being subject to pay of the ori- ginal purchase money two instalments 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 secu- rity. In like manner, will be Sold, In the town of Centreville, 25 miles from Alex- andria, at 11 o'clock, on the 12th day of Oc- tober next. A valuable Lot of Ground, toge- ther with the improvements thereon; consisting of a good Frame Dwelling-House, a Tannery of Vats, Bark-House, &c. convenient for the tan- ning business. Samuel Craig, Trustee. September 2. co
The sale of the above Lots on Stump-Hill is postponed till further notice. S. CRAIG. October 5.
Cork Soar BOOTS & SHOES. M. & J. JANNEY, At their BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTO- RY, Prince Street, next door to the Post- Office, make Cork Soar Boots & Shoes, on the most approved plan; which will exclude all dampness from the feet—experience teaches, that they are of infinite service to those persons who are subject to Rheumatic and Plaritic diseases, which are generally occasioned by the feet be- coming wet and cold. 10th month 2d. eo
FOR SALE, IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Neabsco Furnace, and its Ap- pendages, 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 instal- ments, 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 pur- chase, 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. d3m
N. B. A valuable Mine Bank, Maryland, may be had with the Furnace. FOR SALE, Or to Let, for a Term of Years, or on Ground-Rent for ever, Four valuable Lots, on the south side of King-street, between Fayette and Henry- streets; each lot fronting 20 feet on King-street, and running back 100 feet to a 12 feet alley.— The situation of this property is such (being in one of the most thriving parts of the town) as to make the possession of it very desirable to any person having money to purchase, more espe- cially to dealers in country produce. Also, for Sale, A House and Lot, on the south side of King street, near Washington street, and opposite the store of Mr. James Bacon. This situation is equal to any in town for business. Likewise to Let, for the term of ten years, An half-acre Lot on Duke and Pitt streets, most eligibly situated for a Garden or Clover Lot, for which purpose only it would be rented. As manure has been thrown up in heaps upon it for several years the ground cannot but be as rich as could be wished. For terms apply to Mr. James Bacon, on King, near Washing- ton street, or to the subscriber, at Notley Hall opposite to Alexandria. Thos. L. Washington. N. B. To Hire by the month, A very likely active BOY, About 15 years old, who has from a child been accustomed to wait in the house, provided immediate application is made as above. May 3. eo
NOTICE. THE administration of the estate of JAMES WILSON, deceased, having been com- mitted to the Subscribers by the Orphans' Court of the county of Alexandria, they hereby require all those indebted to the said estate to make im- mediate payment of their respective debts; and those who have claims against the estate, to exhi- bit them as early as possible, properly authenti- cated. Eliza Wilson, R. I. Taylor. August 12. grawf
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 e- ver before discovered, and are justly appreciated for their singular and uncommon virtues for re- storing weak and decayed constitutions, and all that train of complicated complaints so common in the spring and fall seasons, such as intermittant Fever and Ague, long Autumnal Fevers, Dy- senteries, &c. They are also a very pleasant bit- ter 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) Biliary Pills. THE great sale and increasing demand for these valuable pills for these twelve years past, be- speak their intrinsic worth. They have proved singularly efficacious in Bilious and Yellow fe- vers, Jaundice, Head Aches, Dysenteries, Bilious Cholic, Colicveniens, 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 genu- ine. Price 50 cents a box.
Dr. Rawson's Itch Ointment. A certain and safe application for that disa- greeable complaint called the ITCH. Price 42 cents a box.
Dr. Rawson's Anti Bilious Pills, or, Family Physic.
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 in- trinsic worth. In great colds and sudden attacks of disorders, an early use of these pills often pro- duces the happiest effects, and taken once in eight or ten days in cases of indigestion, headaches, diz- ziness, pains in the stomach and bowels, dysen- teries, diarrhoeas, droppies, &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 scorbutic gums and bad teeth. This paste is much in use, and high- ly esteemed by all those who value the preservati- on 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 unrivalled. The most authen- ticated proofs and respectable authorities of its astonishing virtues, and surprising effects, in ex- treme 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, Asthma, spitting of blood, and all diseases of the lungs. Its merits stands unrivalled. 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 Me- dicines, Shop furniture and Vials; a few hand- some Hall Lamps; Indian Shades; proof vials; Essence of Spruce; Patent Blacking; Madeira and Sherry wine; black bottles in hogsheads; Paints ground in oil; and a few barrels Flax- seed Oil, which he will sell on reasonable terms for cash, or to punctual customers on a short credit.
A generous allowance will be made of those who purchase the above Medicines by the dozen. March 27. 22w
Valuable Lands and Negroes FOR SALE.
THE Subscriber desirous of disposing of his distant property, so as to bring his affairs more within his reach and management, offers for sale the following lands and negroes, at prices so reduced as to claim the attention of persons wish- ing to invest money in such property, viz.
CHATHAM; that elegant and highly improved seat on the banks of the Rappahannock River, directly opposite the town of Fredericksburg, con- taining about eleven hundred acres, four hundred of which of which are in wood, and valuable timber; the rest in cultivation, and pleasure grounds. The land in tillage is level, a considerable part of it has been highly manured, and the whole of it well adapted to the culture of grain, small grain, and Indian corn, as the crop now growing will attest. The house and offices are of brick, and on a large and handsome scale, with a garden in front containing four acres, laid off with taste and well planted with the choicest fruit trees, now in full bearing, and ornamented with forest trees and shrubs of almost every description. There is on the estate adjoining the river, a gift mill built of free stone, containing the modern machinery and two pair of stones, one of them French Burrs. It commands a large country cul- tom, is well situated for merchant business, and has rented for five hundred dollars per annum ex- clusive of all the grain of the farm hopper free, which is equal to three hundred dollars more. There are all necessary out houses, for either con- venience or luxury, such as ice-house, spring- house, barn, stable, offices, &c. &c. With all these advantages and expensive improvements, this property is offered at a price which the land alone ought to command. There are also some valuable fisheries, and quarries of free stone on this estate.
Also, a tract of land generally called Clark's, about two miles below Chatham, on the north bank of the Rappahannock river, and within view of the town of Fredericksburg, containing upwards of four hundred acres. About one hun- dred and twenty acres of this tract is Rappahan- nock river bottom in cultivation, and is well ad- apted to Indian corn, small grain, &c. the resi- due is in wood, surrounding a height, which tur- nishes a beautiful site for building.
Also, a tract of land in Stafford county, ad- joining Stafford court-house, containing upwards of twelve hundred acres. This is good farming land, and has several tenants on it.
Also, a tract of land in Westmoreland and Richmond counties, containing upwards of two thousand acres, on which there are also several tenants. These two last mentioned tracts of land will be sold in small tenements, or in entire tracts, as may best suit the wishes of purchasers.
Also, a tract of land called Boyd's Hole, con- taining about one hundred and fifty acres, on the banks of the Potomac, in King George county, on which there are a comfortable dwelling house, store and tobacco inspection warehouse. Few situations combine more advantages, it being an excellent stand for a store, ferry and tavern, the two first of which are at present kept there. The houses have lately been put in good repair, and the buildings alone well rent for three hundred dollars a year. The land is good in quality, and the situation abounds in fish, oysters and wild fowl.
Also, a valuable Scite for a Mill, with 50 acres of Land adjoining, in King George coun- ty, and not far distant from the last mentioned tract. There has been a mill here for many years which has lately gone to decay, the dam is substantial and entire, and the situation for a country mill not equalled in that neighborhood, commanding a very extensive custom; the land is covered with cedar, which alone renders it very valuable.
Also, several Lots and Houses in the town of Fredericksburg.
Likewise, about two hundred and thirty NE- GROES, of different ages, sizes and description. A sale of them by families will be preferred; to effect this they will be offered at a reduced price. As a part of these Negroes are at present attached to the Chatham estate, the purchaser of that property may be accommodated with any number of them, as well as stock of every de- scription.
Bank Stock of any of the Banks in Virginia, Maryland, or the district of Columbia, will be received in payment for any part of this proper- ty at a fair price, and bargains will be given, as the subscriber unable to attend to property so dis- tant, is anxious to convert it into stock.
He will also rent a number of FARMS on his Ravensworth estate, containing from 2 to 400 acres each, on encouraging terms, to good farm- ers. They lay from eight to ten miles distant from Alexandria, George Town, and the City of Washington, and convenient to the turnpike road now building from Alexandria to the upper country.
William Fitzhugh. October 10. 22w
TO RENT,
A convenient two-story Brick-house in Wilkes street, opposite Capt. George Slacum's —For terms apply to,
John C. Vowell. July 6.