Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1802-12-11 00:00:00

Sale by Auction.
On WEDNESDAY, At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, the corner of King and Union Streets.
Rum in hhds. and barrels, Whiskey in barrels, Apple Brandy in barrels, Gin in casks, Wine in pipes and quarter casks, Molasses in hhds. Sugar in hhds. and barrels, White and brown Soap in boxes, Coffee in casks and bags, Raisins in kegs and boxes, Queens' Ware, and
ALSO A variety of DRY GOODS. -AMONG WHICH ARE- Broad Cloths, Cassimeres, Kerseys, Coatings, Halfthicks, Fearnought, Blankets, Planes, Negro Cottons, Worsted and other Stockings, Irish Linens, Calicoes, Threads, Chintzes, Bedticks, Oznaburgs, Sewing Silks, Mullin and Muslin, Handkerchiefs, India Cottons, &c &c.
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer. November 19.
Public Sale.
On TUESDAY. At ten o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store,
Rum in hogheads and barrels. Whiskey in barrels, Gin in casks and barrels, Port wine in casks, Molasses in hhds. Sugar in hhds and bks. White and brown soap in boxes, Chocolate in boxes, Coffee in tiers and bags, Raisins in kegs and boxes. Queens Ware in crates, handsomely assorted,
ALSO, A variety of DRY GOODS, -AMONG WHICH ARE- Superfine cloth and Kersemeres, Narrow Cloth, and Flannels, Irish Linens, and Oznaburgs, Sail duck of different qualities, Chintzes and Calicoes, Cambric and Cotton shawls, India Muslin and Table Cloaths, Coloured threads and sowing silks, Ribbons, Hats, and A number of other articles. P. G. MARSTELLER, November 19. Vendue-Master.
Just Received, And for Sale at THOMAS PATTEN'S Vendue Store, at the corner of King & Union Streets, a handsome assortment of MAHOGANY FURNITURE, CONSISTING OF 3 large handsome Sideboards, 1 small do. do. 1 Scrutoire and Book Case, 1 large sett Dining Tables, 2 pair Card Tables, 2 Ladies' Scrutoires, 2 Stand Tables, 1 Breakfast do. 8 Quarter do. 2 Wash Stands. Nov 18.
Just received, and for Sale by ABEL WILLIS, A FRESH SUPPLY OF Rhode-Island CHEESE, Apples, Crab Cyder, by the barrel, of the first quality, Cranberries, Sweet Oranges, Lemons, by the box, Best Rhode-Island Potatoes, Mackerel, by the barrel, together with a general assortment of GROCERIES and UTS.
NOTICE.
A LEGIONARY Court of Inquiry of the Second Legion of Militia of the District of Columbia, for the assessment of fines on the delinquent officers of the said Legion, and for the remission of fines improperly imposed by the Battalion Courts of Inquiry, and for exempting such persons from Militia duty as are entitled to exemption, will be held at the Court House in the town of Alexandria, on Monday the 20th inst. at 10 o'Clock, A. M. where all those having excuses to offer are notified to attend.
JOHN HOOFF, Clerk. Dec. 9. d
FOR SALE,
On the 3d day of January next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, at Mr. Anderson's Mill on Dogue run in the county of Fairfax, the residue of the personal estate of the late General George Washington, yet unsold,
CONSISTING OF Forty-five MULES, upwards of thirty OXEN, and a variety of plantation utensils, Waggons, Carts, Blacksmith's Tools, &c. Six months credit will be allowed, the purchaser giving bond with approved Sureties.
At the same time will be hired, during the life of Mrs. FRENCH, Forty or Fifty NEGROES.
The Executors will let, for the term of one two or three years, A THREE STORY BRICK HOUSE,
In the city of Washington, situated near the capitol, and adjoining the house now occupied by General Dearborne. The tenant to be at liberty to erect upon the premises, such necessary and permanent out houses and improvements as he may think proper, provided the value thereof does not exceed one years rent, from which it will be deducted. For terms apply to Mr. Richard Forrest, in the city of Washington, or to Lawrence Lewis of Fairfax county.
THE EXECUTORS. December 6. dds Ten Dollars Reward.
STOLEN lately from the Subscriber living near Potomac Run, in Stafford county a BLACK MARE, about 14 hands high. She had a Star in her forehead, some white hairs on her neck, near the shoulder, and three of her feet are white above the hoof. The Mare is old, but she was in good order when taken away. Whoever will secure her, so that I get her again, shall receive the above Reward.
ROBERT BUCHAN. Dec. 4. d21t
WILLIAM HODGSON. Has received by the Brutus, from Liverpool, an assortment of FALL GOODS. He has also on hand,
A choice parcel of Grenada Rum, Liverpool fine Salt, bottled London Brown Stout, Porter in casks, 6 doz. each old, Port Wine in bottles, a ton of Sheathing Paper and a quantity of Grindstones. Oct. 15. d
Washington Society. THE Members of the WASHINGTON SOCIETY of Alexandria, will please take Notice, that a regular stated meeting of the said Society will be held at Gadsby's Hotel, on Tuesday the 14th day of this month, at 11 o'Clock, A. M. Punctual attendance is requested. G. DENEALE, Sec'ry.
Dec. 6. Just received and for SALE or barter for FLOUR or TOBACCO, by Thomas L. Washington & Co. Four pipes of four & an half years old LONDON MARKET MADEIRA WINE. December 8. d2f
COTTON & STEWART
Have just received a large and general assortment of BOOKS In the different branches of Literature. Also, ALMANACS For 1803, With a general assortment of Dr. Church's Patent Medicines, Which they offer wholesale or retail to the public at very reduced prices.
For Freight or Charter, The BRIGANTINE EAGLE, Burthen 176 tons, 10 months old, an excellent staunch vessel, completely equipped and sails fast. For Sale on board said Brig, 2500 bushels Liverpool SALT, and a few chaldrons British Coals. Apply to J. G. LADD, or to Captain Teny on board, at Prince Street wharf. Oct. 29. d
ADVERTISEMENT.
THE Subscribers having commenced business in the house lately occupied by Mr. George N. Lyles, on Fairfax Street, in the town of Alexandria, beg leave to inform their friends and the public, that they have for sale, DRY GOODS, JAPANED WARE and GROCERIES, and daily expect a complete assortment of CASTINGS, which they will dispose of at the most reduced prices for Cash, Flour or Tobacco.
THOMAS L. WASHINGTON & Co. N. B. They will also transact business on commission, and take the liberty of acquainting those who may favour them with their confidence, that they will endeavour to merit the trust reposed in them, by a faithful attention to their interest. Nov. 23. d
JOHN GARDNER LADD, Has for Sale, Loaf and brown Sugars, Rum, Molasses, Coffee, Brandy and Geneva, Sherry, Lisbon, Malaga, and Madeira, Russia Sheetings and Duck, India Cotton, A few boxes fine and coarse hats, A great variety of Shoes, Cotton and Wool Cards, Best American Playing Cards, Soap and Candles, Corle and fine Salt, Red Seal Leather, James River manufactured Tobacco, Cordage, Paper, Glass, Allum, Cheese, Codfish, Shad, and Herrings, Hylon, Hylon Shulan, Souchong, and Bohea } TEAS. Refined Salt Petre, Cordials in barrels, Sweet Oil in boxes, Spermaceti, ditto. Fresh Chocolate in boxes, &c. &c. Also, about 50 hhds. Potomac TOBACCO Nov. 11. d
NOTICE.
THE co-partnership of James Patton & James Dykes having expired-those indebted to said concern are requested to make payment and those having claims are desired to bring them forward for settlement.
JAMES PATTON, JAMES DYKES.
FOR SALE by the Subscriber at the Warehouse which the above concern occupied, 10 Hhds of ALLUM, of the first quality from 5 to 7 cwt. each. Wanted to purchase for cash, a few thousand bushels of WHEAT, and ninety shares of Columbia bank stock. JAMES PATTON. Nov. 22. d
For SALE, or RENT, THE STORE I have occupied for sometime past, situated on Prince Street, opposite Col. Hooe's. There is no stand in town more eligible or better calculated for carrying on an extensive wet or dry Good Business. The Cellar perfectly dry, with a door at each end, will hold one thousand barrels of Flour. Twenty-five hundred barrels may be stowed upon the Premises without any inconvenience to the occupant. For terms apply to
WILLIAM OXLEY. December 7. d
JAMES WILSON, Has received, by the Industry, from London, an extensive Assortment of FALL GOODS, Which will be offered for Sale immediately, by the piece or package. Also, by the above Vessel, Seven pipes and 18 hhds. genuine old Port Wine, two years in bottles. Nov. 1. d
PUBLIC VENDUE.
On the 20th day of this month will be sold, at Vendue, on the Premises, That HOUSE and LOT on Washington Street, lately occupied by Jacob Smith, and adjoining the Lot now in the possession of William Cash, at the corner of King and Washington Streets. THOMAS PATTEN. December 8. dts
TO BE LET,
THE brick house, on Prince Street, now in the possession of Mrs. Alexander near the corner of Pitt Street. Possession to be given on the 15th of this month-apply to Mrs. Fletcher, or to THOS. PATTEN. Dec. 8. d
COTTON & STEWART Have for Sale, a few copies of Judge Washington's Reports of Causes argued and determined in the COURT OF APPEALS OF VIRGINIA. Also, Pothier on Obligations; Taylor's Reports; Haywood's Reports; Burn's Law of Insurance; Park on Insurance and Bacon's Abridgment. Nov. 18. d
JOSEPH RIDDLE, & Co. HAVE received a considerable addition to their assortment per the Industry, capt. McKenzie, from London. Nov. 2. d
Public Vendue.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust to the Subscribers, will be sold, on the 24th day of this present month, at 3 o'Clock, P. M. on the Premises, The frame HOUSE situated on King Street near the corner of Columbus Street, at present occupied by John and Samuel Leard, subject to a ground rent of £. 20 per annum. Terms of payment Cash.
JOHN & THOS. VOWELL. Dec. 3. d21t
For NORFOLK,
THE SEA-FLOWER, Belonging to Edenton. She will take 300 barrels Freight, on reasonable terms. For Freight or Passage apply to the Captain on board, at Merchants' wharf. Dec. 10. d31t
FOR SALE,
A complete House SERVANT, A likely young Negro Woman, with two CHILDREN. Her term of hire expires the end of the present month. Enquire of the Printer. Dec. 10. 6t

MESSAGE ANTICIPATED
Fellow citizens of the Senate and house of Representatives.
THE second assemblage of the Legislative body, displayed under republican auspices again impoſes on me the grateful task of Executive communication. The mode of message adopted for that purpoſe at the laſt ſeſſion, has undergone a very attentive review; and the reſult of the moſt anxious reflections has fixed in my mind a decided preference of that mode over the one formerly purſued by my predeceſſors in office. The ſame public voice, which ordained a change of the principal functionary of government muſt be conſidered as having alſo decreed an alteration of every formal as well as ſubſtantial part of the previous ſyſtem. Indeed it has been with me a queſtion of the moſt ſerious deliberation, whether an obſervance of any of the ancient cuſtoms, however ſeemingly eſſential, may not ſubject to the odium of treaſon againſt the ſovereign will. My political precurſors were uſed to adminiſter ſuſtenance to the cravings of appetite: Fain would I have avoided the ſame habitual conſumption of food and drink, which marked their exiſtence, were any adequate ſubſtitute yet contrived for the ſupport of human life. But in our preſent imperfect ſtate of organization, the experiment might be both fruitleſs and fatal. Reſt aſſured however, my fellow citizens, that as ſoon as the æra of perfectibility ſhall have completely arrived, when mind ſhall aſſert its omnipotence over matter, I will abandon every corrupt uſage of the preceding administrations; I will neither eat, drink nor ſleep as they did, nor will I diſcharge a ſingle office of nature according to the plan which they followed. Already have the moſt glorious proofs been exhibited of my devotion to this ſentiment. Preſidential levees have given way to a daily and unceremonious reception of company; cards of invitation are now couched in terms of the moſt philoſophic ſimplicity; the military garb of parade has been diſmiſſed for the civic dreſs; and inſtead of employing for myſelf that injurious libel on the principles of equality, an oftentatious equipage with its ſervile retinue; I have zealouſly ſhewn to the gazing multitude the endearing ſpectacle of their preſident on horſeback without even a ſolitary attendant. But independent of the im- perious motive of univerſal reform, which has led to theſe atchevements, economy alſo preſcribes the tranſmiſſion of my addreſs to congreſs inſtead of its delivery in perſon . That it is a ſaving of time is conceived to be obvious; and that it alſo operates as a ſaving of money will be demonſtrated from an ingenious eſtimate by the ſecretary of the treaſury, which I ſhall caſe to be laid before you, of the probable loſs by the damage and the attrition of horſe ſhoes and carriagewheels in the annual ride of the late chief magiſtrate to make his ſpeech at the Capitol. Having thus arreſted your approbation of the manner, permit me to proceed to the various matters of information which naturally preſent themſelves as ſubjects of my preſent meſſage.
During the receſs of the National Council, few events have occurred abroad momentous enough to have attracted curioſity or to demand notice. The agitation of the old world ſeems to be ſubſiding again down to a long uninterrupted ſtate of quietude. Its threws and its convulſions have yielded to the ſpells of lethargy; its billows are hushed in the arms of ſleep; and infuriated war, now baniſhed by the magic wand of peace, has ceaſed to deſtroy, to haraſs and to terrify. Theſe circumſtances are indeed favorable to the views of the philanthropiſt and the common intereſts of man. It is to be greatly lamented, however, that they are not found to have added any thing to the ſum total of general liberty. We have ſeen with ſatisfaction the griſly phantoms of death diſperſed and incarcerated; but it is alloyed by the reflection that over the people, to whom we are bound in the beſt ties of gratitude and love, ſucceſsful ambition is permitted to exerciſe an abſolute ſway. The projects of the Firſt Conſul of France, in his new eſtabliſhment at the mouth of the Miſſiſſippi, are indeed alarming to this country. But his ſtate of conqueſt may be here appoſed by a timely ſurrender on our part; or his designs defeated by ſuch meaſures as your wiſdom
may deviſe, ſhort of incurring the hazard of hoſtilities. Againſt the dangers of foreign war on any account whatever, during my administration, let me conjure & exhort you by all the motives of prudence and popularity. In the preſent inſtance as far as the Louiſiana ſettlement may affect the nation at large, let our united wills be exerted for their eventual ſafety. As to myſelf, in the laſt exigence, a ſecure retreat to Carter's mountain would be again open to me. We have for ourſelves, then abundant ſources of hope and conſolation. But the ſorſorn ſituation of the French people cannot fail to awaken our ſympathies, and to excite the moſt affectionate ſolicitude. Even the iſlander Baſtile of England is now eclipsed by the ſplendid deſpotiſm of Bonaparte. Not ſatisfied with having brought France under an arbitrary yoke of uſurpation, not content with perpetuating it in the hereditary hands of his own family, he has not ſcrupled to inſult Philoſophy and the Revolution by the reſtoration of Prieſts and the protection of Royalists. Againſt all theſe anti republican tendencies, it was my intention to have ſent the fortunate Corſican a friendly remonſtrance. But the contumely wherewith our plenipotentiary at his court had been treated, ſuggeſted to me the impolicy of provoking a haughtineſs already too well diſpoſed to ſeek cauſes of offence. Perhaps, on the moſt reſpectful proteſt which I could have prepared againſt his late geſtions, the Firſt Conſul would immediately have proceeded to ſend home the miniſter that offered it. Averse to the riſk of an open and irreparable breach, my diſcontent has been only expreſſed in the querulous inveſtives of my official print, a medium too low, it is to be hoped, to call down the reſentment of the conqueror of Italy. Although every thing, therefore, has not been done in behalf of our natural allies that inclination might have prompted, yet it will appear, I truſt that as much has been performed as was within the compaſs of our means, or compatible with my perſonal apprehenſions. With reſpect to other Tranſatlantic potentates, few tranſactions of importance have intervened ſince your laſt meeting. An article of convention has been entered into for the adjustment of certain mercantile claims of compensation for injuries committed on the high ſeas by the ſubjects of Spain. From the well known moral fitneſs and the diſtinguiſhed qualifications of our Ambaſſador at Madrid, you muſt conſide that the iſſue of the negotiation ſufficiently comports with American honor and rights. A ſuccinct detail will be ſubmitted to you of the meaſures taken by government in relation to thoſe of the Barbary ſtates, who had perfidiously let looſe their corſairs againſt our unoffending commerce. As a return for the operations of the naval force, which the occaſion neceſſarily called into ſervice, the weakneſs of humanity might incline to augment its numbers, or to grant a reſpite from that public deſtruction to which it has been wiſely conſigned. But the permanent integrity of our principles is not to be relaxed by any partial advantage. Recruiting parties have indeed been ordered out to ſupply a ſufficient guard for the ſhips of war which have been laid up at Waſhington, but which the provident diſbandment of the marine corps had left entirely unprotected. In making the new enliſtments, the officers are ſpecially charged not to alarm the fears and jealouſies of a peace and frugal people by the martial ſound of either drum or fiſe. The object of the undertaking is not to preſerve theſe veſſels as guilty engines of warfare. My wiſh is that a rude concourſe may be kept from trampling on their mouldering ruins, until the members of the Representative body have availed themſelves of the opportunity of exploring the ſecrets of nautical ſcience, by contemplating its works in their ſimplified ſtate of rottenneſs and diſmemberment. And while on this article, allow me to ſuggeſt to you a ſcheme fondly generated in my conception, for forming and completing on an extended ſcale a DRY DOCK, ſuch as is by no means, unprecedented in other maritime ſtates.
The execution of this plan, requiring beſides its various machinery long drawn canals between the waters of the Potomac and the Eaſtern branch could not exceed in expence the creation of a petty fleet. As to any lowly object of uſefulneſs. I truſt that, at the period of its accom- pliſhment, we ſhall net have the remnant of a ſingle armed veſſel to ſeek admiffion
into it. A higher aim is to eſtabliſh ſome proud monument of art, to which the memory of your faithful Chief may be attached. If federaliſm could affix the name of Waſhington to the capital of empire, is it too much to aſk, for the honour of democracy, that there may be a Jefferſon Dock to attract the regard and admiration of future ages? To your patriotiſm and liberality the hint is committed. The matter would have been confiſed to the ſeparate care of the Secretary of the Navy had not ſome occaſional ſymptoms of commenſenſe which he has ventured in ſecret array againſt the better judgment of the cabinet, indicated in that calculating citizen a diſtruſt of the duration of our power, and an ungracious reſolve to effect a ſeaſonable compromise with the adverſary phalanx.
Withdrawing our eyes from the ſhores of Europe to the boſom of theſe ſtates, we behold it pregnant with occaſions of joy and felicitation. The fair proſpect may have been here and there obſcured by federal contumacy and augmentation; but the march of pure ſentiment has, on the whole been ſteady and undiſmayed. It would be ungrateful, were I to omit a principal mention of a late important occurrence which goes far to juſtify the friendly ſpirit of the act relative to Aliens, which I had the honor of recommending to the laſt Congreſs. That a more facile obtention of the rights of citizenſhip was juſtly their due, cannot now be controverted; ſince by their inſtrumentality in the ſtate of Delaware, we ſhall ſoon be happily relieved of that Goliath of herofy, whoſe ruthleſs denunciations were wont to affright and confound us. The propriety of a ſecond ſtep of our joint concurrence, in cheapening the article of whiſkey by abolishing the internal duties, has alſo been illuſtrated by an event of ſignal celebrity. You will conjecture that alluſion is had to the arrival in America of the virtuous author of " The Age of Reaſon ," and Independent writer of the letter to Waſhington. The conſtituted depoſitary of our wiſhes, it was one of the firſt duties of my public agency to hold out to this glorious and uncommon man a bliſsful aſylum in a community, of which he has ever been the precious benefactor. The invitation was generous, in proportion to the depth of diſgrace and neglect into which he had fallen at Paris. His return to this land has been hailed with gladneſs by all the well-affected, and he has been treated by government with every deference it could beſtow. Aſſured of your diſpoſition not merely to profer to him a cordial welcome, but alſo to enact ſome legal proviſion for his maintenance in the proſecution of his invaluable labours, I would adviſe that the committee of Ways and Means be immediately directed to take the caſe of Thomas Paine into conſideration. In the progreſs of their doings, it will not eſcape them that a pro- fuſe appropriation will be requiſite for the item of domestic diſtilled ſpirits. Impreſſed with the magnitude of the emergency, I ſhould myſelf have ordered an adequate application of revenue, depending on your goodneſs to cover it with the mantle of law. But a rude clamour had already been every where excited againſt a remiſſion of a fine, grounded on the ſame principles. The affair I muſt expect from the vigilance of my friends, will not derive further notoriety from any indulgence of its diſcuſſion within your walls. On your kindneſs I repoſe, as a ſhield of defence. But with reſpect to the enlightened individual, whoſe preſence has ſo much enlarged the circle of our felicities, I have at leaſt been enabled to reſerve for him ſome crumbling ſlices of the Mammoth Cheeſe. On repairing to the archives of the republic you may receive, with an introduction to our illuſtrious viſitor a diſtributive ſhare of the laſt remains of the Cheſhire preſent. The difficulties in which all the departments of Government were involved during the laſt ſummer, and the perils encountered in reſcuing and preſerving that huge maſs from a tremendous inſurrection in its interior, will be detailed to you in a report of the ſecretary of war. Thouſands which fell under the avenging arms of the " more or leſs " hero and his colleagues, muſt eminently atteſt their valour; while you will be the pleaſing taſk of celebrating their fame and rewarding their deſerts.
It now only remains to glance at ſome of the moſt obvious points, on which it may be proper for you to fix the finger of legiſlation. Conſidering the effort which is making to nullify by a judicial ſentence the repealing ſtatute, paſſed at the laſt ſef-
ſion with a view to rid us of the noiſance of certain federal judges, it may be ſalu- tary to remove all doubt of the entire de- pendency of the courts on your pleaſure by a formal amendment of the Conſtitution. Remarking alſo the recent evidences of in- ſidious rivalſhip, foſtered by my ſecond in rank, it may be right, for the better ſecurity of my re-election, to ſuppreſs eve- ry fraudulent hope on his part, by adding another amendment, ſo that in the choice of the Preſident and Vice-Preſident, the Electors ſhall be obliged to deſignate the particular perſon for each ſtation.
In creating the ſupplies for the enſuing year, the condition of the Treafury, im- poveriſhed as it is by our expedient facili- tie of the internal revenue, muſt dictate a reſort to other modes of pecuniary con- trivance. For this end, I would beg leave to propoſe a prompt taxation of the public debt, the bank ſtock, and every other ſpecies of funded property. It may be exclaimed, that this would be a di- rect contravention of the faith of govern- ment repeatedly and ſolemnly pledged; But I aſk, are the promiſes of an authori- ty, which is itſelf extinct, to tie up fore- ver the hands of its ſucceſſors? It may be ſaid, that public credit will be endan- gered. But are crude maxims of diſgraced ſtateſmen to form any model for us? In fine, how are we to control the law of ir- reſiſtible neceſſity? All that we could do to ſave our own citizens from loſs, has already been practiſed in ſelling out the public ſtock in bank, a nongothor fact by which that meaſure is recommended, it is well known that we raiſed all Ame- rican applicants, even in their offers of a larger price than the actual purchaſers. Having a proſpect before us of impoſing a tax on ſtock, we were unwilling that our own merchants, as national vendors, ſhould ſuffer by its conſequent depreciation. The transfer was therefore made at an under- value to a foreign houſe, of that nation on which above all others we ought to be the leaſt ſcrupulous at inſlicting injury. Thus did Genevan ſubtlety ward off the blow on temerarious natives, and become the juſt inſtrument of enſnaring Engliſh credulity. The whole tranſaction ſhall be placed under your eye as ſoon as it can be got up from that abyſs of political my- ſtery in which it has been hitherto im- merged.
Quitting this ſubject, I muſt not again omit ſtimulating your zeal to ruminate on the moſt eligible method of quickening the principle of population. Immense regions of uncultivated ſoil ſtill call for increaſing hands of labour. Political economy in pointing at numbers as the main ſtrength of a ſtate, invites to every acceleration of its growth. All obſtacles to that accele- ration ſhould then be carefully proſtrated, the moment they are expoſed. It may be worthy of your deliberation, whether our municipal inſtitutions relative to marriage and reſtrictive of all free intercourſe be- tween the white and African races, do not unhappily tend to retard the ſettlement of the country and its aſcenſion in the ſcale of power. Ever ready for the public good to confirm my precept by example, I have ſaid unto myſelf, what is matrimony but the creature of ſuperſtition? What is the difference of colour but the offſpring of prejudice? In the recorded exertions of my energy I have never heeded the faſtidious monopolies of the one, or the fanciful diſtinctions of the other. Under theſe impreſſions, I hope the period has arrived, when we are to imitate the con- duct of a great nation by a public and dig- niſied rejection of thoſe trammels, which philoſophy has long diſtained.
Before I conclude, I muſt implore you, my fel- low citizens, to provide ſome effectual remedy againſt the inclement tempeſt of deriſion and argument which, through the medium of the preſs threatens to ſubvert to its baſe the proud fabric of our greatneſs. Without incurring the ſame which overtook the authors of the ſedition law, the licentious oppugnation of the public prints may be ingeniouſly cruſhed by an act of Congreſs under the ſpeciſus pretence of a better ſecurity to their freedom. The Attorney General has applied the powers of his ſagacious mind to the realization of this idea; and will no doubt be able to throw ſuch additional light on your enquiries, as muſt lead to the moſt deſirable re- ſult. Haſten forward then in the goodly work. Aſſailed by unceasing attack, already the throne of magiſtracy begins to totter under me. A mer- cileſs deſperado, for whole ſake I had violated the Conſtitution without enforcing his fidelity, has dared to open on my fame a roaring battery of vengeance in the very heart of our ancient do- minions. The arch apoſtate has turned againſt himſelf thoſe weapons, which I only deſigned to be employed againſt the exceſſive wickedneſs of Waſhington and of Adams. Shelter me, I beſeech you, from his wrath! entrance me with your might! and inveſt me with the nerve to exterminate the traitor, and all diſloyal machi- nations againſt your ſanctified Organ. Recovering to me from this hurt, I ſhall owe my digni- ty to you.

we enjoy the soothing belief that, if I should seem for a moment to have parted from the temperance of official decorum, you will rather ascribe it to the pragnancy of my feelings, or any other cause than the absence of that humility, with which I pray you to accept, fellow citizens,
the homage of my most profound consideration. City of Washington, } December 1802. }
CHARLESTON, Nov. 24.
The brig Minerva, captain Hughes, failed from Gibraltar on the 9th of October. On the 5th, orders were received from England to fit out, with all possible dispatch, a squadron for a secret expedition; and on the 7th a fleet of five sail of the line, and four frigates with six months provisions on board, failed up the Straights. Nothing had transpired relative to the destination; but the general opinion at Gibraltar was that this force was intended as a protection to the Turks against the hostile designs of the French and Russians: who, it was suspected, were about to commence their operations in the contemplated dismemberment of the Turkish Empire.
The Adams frigate, capt. Campbell, was cruising off Gibraltar, and three of the United States armed vessels continued the blockade of Tripoli. The crews of the captured American vessels were treated with great lenity—and the greater part of them had been claimed by the British and French consuls, and released. The Tripolitan ship at Gibraltar had been fitted out and manned by the Emperor of Morocco, had hoisted the Moorish flag, and it was expected would sail in a few days, the American Consul at Tangiers having sent on a pass for her protection. It was, notwithstanding, the general belief, that hostilities would shortly be recommenced by the Emperor of Morocco.
The Tripolitans had recently captured two Swedish, and one American vessel.
Alexandria Advertiser.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11.
The brig Swift, capt. Briggs, and sch'r Friendship, Quadrille, cleared from Philadelphia for this port the 8th inst.
COMMUNICATION.
NATURAL INFERENCES.
Drawn from
MELANCHOLY COMPARISONS.
AFTER what has been said in regard to the nation in general, of the ingratitude of republics, and self-styled republicans; of the men under the former and present administrations of the government of the United States, we are led to the last, tho' not less disagreeable task of drawing those conclusions which a full view of the subject justly authorize. Nor shall other conclusions be drawn but those which the strict rules of common sense dictate, and candour fully justifies and sanctions. The degraded and fallen state of the nation; the abuse and unworthy treatment of the best men in the country, with the change of the high officers of government, and many in subordinate stations, are, to the candid mind, unsearchable with prejudices in respect to men, at once discovered, and are found to flow from the despicable sources of human depravity and ignorance.
Governments before this enlightened era, have been confined to a few individuals, more or less, as are exhibited all over the European continent. Hence arose the maxim, that politics formed no part of the care & attention of the farmer, manufacturer or merchant; and the maxim, founded for the use of monarchies, has been unfortunately applied, to and continued in use by the republicans of America. The farmer retains his labourers from the duties of the citizens at elections by reminding them that it is immaterial who is their representative; the manufacturer reiterates the same to his people, and the merchant considers it of "little consequence." Is there, however, one (setting aside interested avaricious men) who does not see at once the error, the consequences of which are ruinous, and the principle itself destructive to liberty. In a republican government every citizen forms an integral part of the government; of course information according to the strength of the understanding, should be equally possessed by the whole; without this knowledge the citizen becomes the dupe of those drones and pests to society, correctly stiled demagogues—they expose themselves to
the arts and intrigues of these wretches, and suffer imposition incalculable.
In monarchies the kings govern, and hire men to execute their laws; in republics the people govern & choose their servants. In the former political information (tho' not with safety even there) may be dispensed with; but in republics it would be both dangerous and improper. Without a thorough knowledge of the government under which we live, and of its principles, we cannot tell when our rights are invaded, or when our servants deserve applause; a few designing demagogues may mislead in the one, and deceived in the other.—Therefore the depravity of the Americans may be justly attributed to this baneful source, all our depravity and crimes proceeded from the want of correct information; we too readily substitute the opinions of others as our own, and regardless of our most sacred rights, leave them to the care, too often, of those whose business it is to sacrifice them either to self interest or false pretensions. Among the proofs that could be adduced in support of the foregoing position, none will, or can be found more strong & convincing to the understanding than the comparison made of the men administering the government previous to March 4, 1801, and those subsequent to that period; the contrast is too obvious, too self-evident, as to the fact of depravity and ignorance, to need comment. Let us therefore proceed to enquire into the cause of this depravity and ignorance, in a people accustomed to enterprize and familiar with research. The species of depravity which has degraded the American character, is an exotic transplanted hither since the close of the American war, it soon took root, and under the care and experience of able cultivators it has flourished to an extent unparalleled; it is of a malignant and deadly nature; its poisonous qualities affect all ranks and degrees in life, neither age nor sex escape its baneful influence. Soon after it had taken root, America found herself freed from oppression, her prosperity increased too rapidly for the slow and steady steps of religion & morality. Prosperity produced luxury & its concomitant evils. The late depravations of war, added vigour to the desires of the dissipated. The voluptuous and idle were unrestrained by the voice of religion or the dictates of morality. The former shackled under the former government, too suddenly loosed, lost its due weight in the scale of human nature; the latter unaided, was easily borne down.
The early introduction of foreigners of every description—nine tenths of whom, unfortunately for America were self-styled patriots, whom persecution (falsely termed) had driven from the shores of Europe, by whom depravity was first taught, and by them was principally disseminated, were soon found to be disorganizers, disaffected towards all governments, most of whom had fled from the vengeance of their insulted country. Independent of the information we have gained in respect to many of those people, their conduct since their residence amongst us has fully proven the fact—and the others were principally their ignorant adherents. America at this time sunk in the lap of ease, at peace with all the civilized world, considered government matters of little consequence, and we are indebted alone to the care and regard of those who had done most for gaining liberty, who knew its value, after surmounting numerous obstacles for the establishment of the present Federal Government. Before this epoch, those restless fugitives had found little other employment than extending the influence of depravity, teaching a few worthless Americans to detract from and ridicule the services of Washington and others, which, although felt by those who loved their country, was in the main regarded as the ravings of a few maniacs; nevertheless they were not altogether idle, some had found the way into the state governments, and thereby laid a solid and sure foundation for future operations; upon the first establishment of the present Government they were too cautious to make any open attempts, the high and distinguished characters which the country looked at as those who was to make a fair trial of the first essay forbid any other measures but those in which they were then engaged; the faithful attention to which ensured (although at a more distant day) the completion of their wishes; it was on the depravity of the American character alone, that success could be safely relied on—to have abandoned this scheme, none but the path to honest fame was left open, ununmountable difficulties lay in the way, and hope
fled at the thought. To acquire fame honestly, they found it necessary to adhere to the precepts of religion, and the rules of morality—to neither had they been accustomed; their former habit of impurity and immorality could not easily be overcome, nor did they like the principles; again it was necessary to court the friendship of the great, and acquire the esteem of the good and virtuous, this was impossible, their principles by an acquaintance with the one or a connection with the other would at once become known and their plans of greatness overthrown; no way was left open but to deprave the American character, which alone could ensure success; during the first presidency they laboured with an ardour worthy of a better cause. Americans had become fit subjects for the new school, religion was taught to be nothing more than priestcraft, morality and the several duties were illegal and improper restraints. Patriotism and honesty, cant names for tyranny and oppression—their schools in large and populous cities were constantly attended by those most perfect in the art, the country villages were filled with adepts well skilled and adequate to mislead and well teach the ignorant, while the main body of their adherents were sent to the frontiers to act a better part; by their voices men of their own choice was to find their way into the government, who were to second the views of those without. In seven years American depravity had arisen to a height that far exceeded the expectations of those who had promoted it, even Washington was assailed and five years thereafter brings us to the 4th March, 1801, when the wishes of those designing wretches were fully accomplished. There was no plan better adopted to deceive and disgrace a once happy, though credulous people; unsuspecting, ignorant of the wily arts of designing foreigners, they tamely became the dupes of those who flattered them, while they were accomplishing their ruin; it is thus depravity found its way to America, tis thus it has been matured, and tis thus that its effects are felt and acknowledged; and until the poppy dose shall have been slumbered away, will America be what she now is—degraded and despised, her government falling daily in contempt with its citizens, and the jest of foreigners. To ensure a return to the temple of virtue, liberty, and independence, we must reach the pinnacle of folly, depravity and insignificance, how far we are from this desirable state I pretend not to say, for the honor of my country, I trust not far.
A VIRGINIAN.
NOTE.—In all observations made in regard to foreigners, the gentlemen of all countries will require no apology, they feel these truths as forcibly as I do, to others I am under no obligation to make any.—Facts are stubborn things.
[To be continued.]
CONGRESS. OF THE UNITED STATES.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 8, 1802.
Mr. Nicholson, presented the Petition of Richard Wilson, stating that he was confined in the prison of the City of Washington for debts which he was totally unable to discharge, and praying legislative interposition. Read, and referred to a select committee of seven; viz. Messrs Nicholson, Griswold, Thompson, Hemphill, Thomas, Tenney, and Candi.
A similar petition was also presented by Mr. Nicholson from Nathaniel Segur. Read, and referred to the same Committee.
On motion of Mr. S. Smith, the following were appointed as standing Committees.
Committee of Elections, Messrs. Bacon, Tenney, Candi, Dennis, Elmer, Stanley and New.
Committee of Revisal and Unfinished Business, Messrs. Davenport, Aitken and Dawson.
Committee of Claims, Messrs. John C. Smith, Gregg, Holmes, Plater, J. Smith, (N. Y.) Moore and Cutler.
Committee of Commerce and Manufactures; Messrs. S. Smith, Dana, Mitchell, Newton, Wynn, Hunt and Leib.
It was also moved to appoint the Committee of Ways and Means; but from a desire that it should consist of nine members, (the present regulation admitting but seven, and one days previous notice being necessary to alter a rule of the house) the motion was withdrawn. Mr. Nicholson proposed a resolution to this effect. 'Re-
ferred that the committee to whom was referred the petitions of Richard Wilson and Nathaniel Segur, be instructed to enquire and report by bill or otherwise, into the expediency of making a general provision for the relief of insolvent debtors within the District of Columbia. Carried—Adjourned.
THURSDAY, Dec. 9.
After the reading of the Journal of yesterday's proceedings, it was observed, that the part which related to the petition of Wilson and Segur, did not appear to express the exact sentiments of the house; it seemed to confine the select committee to those particular cases, where it was desirable that general provision should be made for insolvent debtors.
On the motion of Mr. Griswold the journal was so altered, as to embrace the object intended by Mr. Nicholson's Resolution, viz. 'General provision for the relief of insolvent debtors within the District of Columbia.'
Mr. Gregg, moved a resolution which was carried, purporting the appointment of two chaplains of different denominations to attend each house, and to change weekly.
Mr. Nicholson considered it improper to appoint a Chaplain for each House without the consent of the Senate. This House could appoint for themselves, but how could they appoint for the Senate? He had no objection if the thing could be done with propriety.
Mr. Griswold objected on the principle that it could not be done without the concurrence of the senate, as by the resolution they were jointly concerned.
The further consideration of the subject was postponed till Monday next.
Adjourned.
SENATE OF THE U. STATES.
D. cember 10, 1802.
But twelve members have appeared in the chamber for the last two days. As seventeen are necessary to constitute a quorum, that house is still unorganised.
** The sloop Maria, Capt. O'Meara, now lying at Merchants' wharf, will sail for Norfolk on Sunday morning next.
PORT OF ALEXANDRIA.
ARRIVED,
Sch'r Paragon, Wattles, Barbadoes; Brig Lydia, Williams, New York; Sloop Genet, Coarse, Philadelphia.
CLEARED,
Sch'r Nancy, Endicott, Charleston; — Nancy, Hoyt, N. York; — Washington, Stutson, Boston; — Betsey & Charlotte, Lammond, Balt. — Commerce, Mann, do. Sloop President, Willis, Charleston; — Sally, Brown, Newport.
Public Sale.
On Friday the 17th inst will be sold at
the Vendue House,
Five bales of BAIZES,
Green, blue, pink, scarlet, and black, and napt on both sides.
P. G. MARSTELLER.
Dec. 8. d.
PRACTISING BALLS.
MR. GENERES has the honor to inform the Gentlemen of Alexandria who wish to improve themselves in the art of Dancing, that he will commence his practising Balls on Thursday, the 16th inst. at Mrs. Wilson's, King Street, and will continue them on the same day every other week.
Those Gentlemen who wish to attend them will be pleased to leave their names at Mr. Heiskell's tavern.
Dec. 11. dgt
ADVERTISEMENT.
TO BE SOLD,
At the late Dwelling House of William Richards, deceased, at West-End, on Friday the 24th inst, on six months credit, the Purchaser giving Bond and approved Security.
ALL THE STOCK OF
Horses, Cattle & Household
GOODS, of the said deceased.
CALEB RICHARDS, administrator.
ELIZABETH ZIMMERMAN,
Administratrix.
Dec. 11. law 3t

NOTICE.
THE SUBSCRIBERS and MEMBERS of the MUTUAL ASSURANCE SOCIETY against FIRE on BUILDINGS in the state of Virginia, are hereby requested to attend their annual General Meeting, to be held at the Capitol in the city of Richmond, on Monday the third of January next.
Those who do not attend in person or by proxy, will be represented by the members of the state legislature, representing their respective counties or districts.
W. F. AST, Principal Agent M. A. S. Richmond, Nov. 17th, 1802.
WITH great satisfaction I can inform the public at large and the members of this necessary, useful and philanthropic society in particular, that it is in a flourishing situation; it increases rapidly. Since the first of January last it has augmented for upwards of fourteen hundred thousand dollars; so that there are actually declared for, five millions four hundred and forty-five thousand dollars in real property; for by insuring houses they become real property, which otherwise they are not.
The losses paid during this year amount to 1002 dollars, 25 cents; then when the loss is divided among the aforesaid sum, each hundred dollars has only to contribute one and three quarter cents; and if the enormous loss of one hundred thousand dollars was to happen, which never has been the case yet, it will only be eleven shillings for each hundred dollars. Who would not contribute that to aid so many unfortunate fellow-citizens to rebuild their houses? And the more so, when by that contribution, they insure at the same time their own property.
As the insurance increases so fast we come daily nigher to that desirable end of a General Insurance; when as we have I believe upwards of four hundred thousand houses in this state, the contribution if general would hardly be more than ten cents for each house per annum; when, for each house ten cents are contributed, it would in the state raise a sum from forty to fifty thousand dollars, which will pay on an average for about one hundred houses. It is well known that never so many burn every year; I believe they do not average thirty houses per annum.
As the state legislature meets on the 6th of next month, those who wish to pay their premiums may have a good opportunity to send their money to the Cashier General, to whom the money must be paid and no body else.
W. F. AST.
NOTICE.
THE SUBSCRIBERS and MEMBERS of the MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY against FIRE on GOODS and FURNITURE in the state of Virginia, are hereby requested to attend their annual General Meeting to be held at their General Office in the City of Richmond on Wednesday the 12th of January next.
W. F. AST. Principal Agent, M. I. C. Richmond, Nov. 17, 1802. (Dec. 1. 1aw4t)
Just Received,
And for sale by the Subscriber, at his store, corner of Prince and Union streets,
 15 Pipes Madeira Wine,  10 do. 4h proof Brandy,  5 do. New England Rum,  2 do. Holland Gin,  3 Quarter casks Catalonia red Wine,  3 Kegs Anniseed Cordial,  14 Boxes fine Candles,  Sugar in hds. and barrels,  Coffee and Pepper in bags,  Hysonkin and Souchong Tea,  Jamaica Rum and Aranga Wine,  Raisins in kegs and boxes,  Leiper's Stout in half barrels and kegs,  Mea's coarse and fine teas,  Women's Morocco and fancy kid do. 
And six Bales of INDIA GOODS, consisting of Mamoolies, Emeries, Guzzinihs, Mohinas, Guagles, Checks and Cuttees, and a few pieces China and Fungo Hankerchiefs, and Ravens Duck. A large quantity of RED SOAL-LEATHER, and a few barrels Tanner's best brown OIL.
BENJ. SHREVE, jun.
o.a. 27.
For SALE, by
WM. HARTSHORNE, Two pipes London market Madeira WINE, four years old. 12th Mo. 7th, 1802. d
Cash given for rags.
The Executors of the late Gen. Geo. Washington, offer for sale, the following
TRACTS OF LAND, viz.
A tract in Loudoun county on Difficult Run, containing 300 acres. The soil well adapted for farming and a considerable proportion of it might easily be improved into meadow. There is a valuable mill-seat on the premises. It lies on the great road from the City of Washington, Alexandria and George Town to Leesburgh and Winchester, nineteen miles from Alexandria, less from the City and George Town and not more than three from the Great Falls of Potomac.
One tract containing 2,481 acres lying in the counties of Loudoun and Fauquier, called Ashby's Bent. The soil is that which is said to be most favorable to Plaster of Paris, well watered by several never failing streams issuing from the mountain—part of this land is cleared and tenanted for lives.
One tract lying part in each of the above counties, containing 885 acres. Chatten's run passes through this tract and gives several valuable mill-seats. The soil is similar to the above tract and equally favorable to Plaster of Paris.
A tract on the South Fork of Bullskin, containing 1600 acres—One also, Head of Evans's Mill, containing 453 acres, and one on Wormley's line, containing 183 acres. These several tracts are in Jefferson (late Berkeley county)—the soil very similar in quality, and particularly adapted to the culture of Tobacco, Hemp, Wheat and Indian Corn, situated twelve miles from Harper's Ferry.
One tract containing 571 acres in Frederick county, this land is in the vicinity of the last mentioned tracts and equally valuable.
One tract in Hampshire county containing 240 acres—this tract, tho' small is extremely valuable. It lies on Potomac river, about 12 miles above the town of Bath (or Warm Springs) and is in the shape of a horse-shoe, the river running almost round it; two hundred acres of it are rich low grounds, with a great abundance of the largest Walnut and other trees, which with the produce of the soil, might (by means of the improved navigation of the Potomac) be brought to a shipping port with more ease and at a smaller expense, than that which is transported only 30 miles by land.
One third part of 1119 acres in Nansemond county near Suffolk, lying on the road from Suffolk to Norfolk and on Nansemond river—this land is considered extremely valuable by those who are acquainted with it.
One tract in Charles county, Maryland, containing 600 acres—it is very level and lies near the river Potomac.
One tract in Montgomery county, Maryland, containing 519 acres—This land lies about 30 miles above the City of Washington, not far from Kettoc-tan and is good farming land.
One tract in Pennsylvania, containing 234 acres—This land affords an exceeding good stand on Braddock's road from Fort Cumberland to Pittsburg, and a large quantity of natural meadow fit for the scythe. It is distinguished by the appellation of the Great Meadows, where the first action with the French, in the year 1754, was fought.
One other tract on the Mohawk river, State of New-York, containing 1000 acres.
In North West Territory. Three tracts lying on Little Miami, containing 3051 acres.
In Kentucky. On Rough Creek, one tract containing 3000 acres; ditto adjoining 2000 acres. Indispitable titles can be given for the above lands.
Lots in the City of Washington. Two improved lots near the Capitol square 634. The improvements are, on each an elegant three story brick house.
Four other unimproved lots on the Eastern Branch, No. 5, 12, 13 and 14, in square 667. These lots are advantageously situated on the water.
ALEXANDRIA.
A few valuable lots in Alexandria, corner of Pitt and Prince-streets, three or four of which are let on ground rent at 3 dollars per foot.
WINCHESTER.
One lot in Town of half an acre, adjoining Doctor Makay's, enclosed with a good post and rail fence, and ano-
ther in the commons of about six acres. Bath, or Warm Springs.
Two well situated lots, on one of them a small building large enough to accommodate one family.
The terms of sale will be made known by application to either of the subscribers.
SAMUEL WASHINGTON, Culpepper county. GEORGE S. WASHINGTON, Jefferson, do. WILLIAM A. WASHINGTON, Westmoreland, do.
GEORGE W. P. CUSTIS, Mount Washington, Fairfax, do.
BUSHROD WASHINGTON, M. Vernon, do. LAWRENCE LEWIS, Wood Lawn, do.
August 30. 2aw
Valuable Property for Sale,
At the little Falls of Potomac About three miles from George-Town and the City of Washington, and ten from Alexandria.
172 acres of Land, upon which are a dwelling house and sundry other improvements, several stone quarries and fish ponds, and two vacant mill seats.
Two undivided third parts of 7 acres of Land, upon which are a merchant mill, with three pair of French burr mill stones and every necessary, complete, for manufacturing flour to the best advantage, and with as little manual labor as possible; a brewery and distillery, a granary, a miller's house, a brewer's house, cooper's shop, &c. and a vacant mill seat.
Two undivided third parts of 200 acres of land, adjoining the 7 acres and 172 acres abovementioned, upon which here are several stone quarries and fish ponds.
The purchaser of the above property, will have an assignment of a lease for the other undivided third part, of which there will be 6 years to come from the first day of September next.
The stone on the above lands is equal in goodness to any, and superior to most foundation stone on the river—vessels of any burthen that can go to George-Town, can go up to the mill and stone quarries.
Any person or persons, who may incline to purchase, will of course view the premises, therefore it is not thought necessary to be more particular.
For terms apply to Gen. Uriah Forrest, at George-Town, or to
PHILIP R. FENDALL, Alexandria.
Potomac Brewery.
BILLINGTON & CRUSE, Have commenced Brewing, and have now ready for Sale,
Table Beer, at 4 dols. per barrel, Draught Beer 6 do. do.
And in a few days will have fine pale Ale for private families, at 7 dollars per barrel, and a steady supply through the season.
Yeast every day. N. B. Grains for sale on Tuesdays and Fridays.
We want to purchase a good DRAY HORSE. Nov. 16. e01m
WM. HARTSHORNE
Has for Sale, The first quality of Lisbon and ground Allum SALT.
Also, a few yards superfine Bolting Cloth, and Meis Beef, in half barrels, and 1 pair of BURR STONES.
N. B. He gives Cash for Wheat at his Mill, or in town. 11th Mo. 13. d
NOTICE.
I HEREBY forewarn all persons from Hunting in any of my Inclosures on Blue Plains, with Dog or Gun, or from passing through the same on any pretence whatever; this practice has become so injurious to me that I am determined to prosecute the first person I find committing the like trespass, after the date hereof.
WILLIAM MARBURY.
Nov. 24. 1aw5t
Just received,
A few boxes fresh LEMONS, LIMES and sweet ORANGES.
A L S O, Filberts, English Walnuts and Almonds, of an excellent quality.
JOSEPH DYSON.
Clean linen and cotton rags bought at this office.
ADVERTISEMENT.
MY Son HENRY MOORE & myself had agreed, before he left this, that I should keep up the BROKER'S BUSINESS he had been engaged in, during his residence in Kentucky, and be particularly attentive to LAND TRANSACTIONS, which might produce me some profit here, and be of service to him there. As he has made a settlement in that country, I take this method of informing the public, that I will undertake to buy and sell LANDS, and negotiate in any other way for them, and that I will also attend to any other business commonly done in the Line of a Broker.
I am empowered to sell several valuable Lots in different parts of the Town of Alexandria; some well situated for business; one adjoining the Bank, 24 feet front on the north side of Cameron Street, and 123 feet five inches deep. This Lot will either be sold for Cash or exchanged for Lands adjoining the town.
CLEON MOORE.
Nov. 26. eof
FOR SALE,
A valuable FARM,
Within seven miles of Alexandria, in a high state of improvement, both as to cultivation and buildings. Also, that valuable corner Lot on which the Long Ordinary food, and all the real estate in Alexandria, the property of Henry McCue.
CLEON MOORE.
Dec 2. eof
ADAM LYNN
Has just received, A HANDSOME ASSORTMENT OF Jewelry, plated, Japaned & fancy GOODS, of a superior quality, and of the newest Patterns,
CONSISTING OF
Gold Lockets, Rings, Ear-Rings, Bracelets, Watch Keys, Seals; pearl Rings, Bracelets, &c. plated Urens, Tea Pots, Castors, Candlesticks, &c. Japaned Urens; Tea Trays and Bread Baskets; gilt Necklaces, Brooches, Bracelets, Watch Keys, Seals, Chains, &c. Knives & Forks, Penknives, Razors, Scissors; Paints in boxes; marking Types in boxes complete; Snuff Boxes; plated & steel Spurs; gold and silver Epaulements; Lace Cord, Thucad, Spangles, Pearls, silver Thimbles, Tooth Picks & Pencil Cases, with a number of other articles.
He has also for Sale, Watchmakers Materials, and g'tland common Watch Keys, by the dozen, and Crucibles.
He manufactures, as usual, all kinds of Gold and Silver Work, to any pattern. N. V. 24. dtgeoff.
NOTICE.
ALL persons who have any claims on FOSTER and MAY, or the Subscriber, are requested to make them known immediately; and those who are indebted will please to calculate on being called upon in a few days.
JOHN FOSTER.
Dec. 2. e012t
NOTICE.
THE SUBSCRIBER intending shortly to embark for Europe, hereby gives Notice, that he has appointed Anthony Crease and John M'Iver his Attorneys, and that they are duly authorized to transact his business in his absence.
RICHARD VEITCH.
Nov. 12. 12w
FOR SALE,
2500 bushels of ST. UBES SALT.
Apply to J. W. & S. LEONARD & Co. Nov. 27. e3t
COAL FOR SALE.
James River Coal for sale at Adams's Wharf, apply to John Dunlop, or
SAMUEL CRAIG.
Nov. 23. 12w
Just received, and for sale by the Subscribers,
40 bbls. prime Boston B E E F. JANNEY & PATON. December 6. d
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