Alexandria advertiser and commercial intelligencer (Alexandria [Va.]), 1803-09-05 00:00:00

Public Vendue.
On TUESDAY,
At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store,
 Rum in hogheads and barrels.  French Brandy in pipes,  Gin in pipes and bds.  Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bds.  Sugar in hds. tierces and bds.  Coffee in tierces and bags,  Chocolate  White and brown Soap } in boxes,  Mould and dip'd Candles }  Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars,  Figs in kegs and trails,  Queens Ware in crates,  FURNITURE, &c. 
A variety of DRY GOODS,
Among which are,
 Cloths, Coatings,  Kerseymeres, Duffs,  Plains and Kerseys,  Negro Cottons, Serges,  Elasticks, blue Friezes,  Calimancoes and Russels,  Yarn Stockings,  Chintzes and Calicoes,  Irish Linens, Silesia do.  Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs,  Muslins and Muslin Hand'rs,  India Muslins and Table Cloths  Bendanna Handkerchiefs,  Coloured Threads, Hats,  And sundry other Articles. 
P. G. MARSTELLER.
September 2.
Sales by Auction.
On WEDNESDAY,
At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store, the corner of King and Union Streets.
 Rum in hds. and barrels,  Whiskey in barrels,  Apple Brandy in barrels,  Gin in casks,  Wine in pipes and quarter casks,  Molasses in hds.  Sugar in hds. and barrels,  White and brown Soap in boxes,  Coffee in casks and bags,  Raisins in kegs and boxes,  Loaf, lump and Muscovado Sugar,  Queen's 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,  Osnaburgs,  Sewing Silks,  Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs,  India Cottons, &c 
THOS. PATTEN, Auctioneer.
September 2.
Frederick Kemmelmyer, LIMNER,
Respectfully informs the public that he has opened a Drawing School next door to Col. Hooe's, (Water street,) where he will instruct young Ladies and Gentlemen in drawing and painting in Water Colours and Crayons every day in the week, except Saturday. Hours of attendance for young Ladies from twelve to one, and gentlemen from 6 to 7 o'clock in the forenoon.
He also,
Professes Portrait Painting in Oil and Crayons, and all other branches belonging to the art of painting except house painting.
Likewise,
Guilds looking glasses and picture frames in the best and nearest manner possible.
August 31.
NEW PUBLICATIONS,
FOR SALE BY ROBERT & JOHN GRAY, Booksellers & Stationers, KING STREET.
THE Friend of Women: translated from the French of Bourdier de Villemet, by Alexander Morrice, price one dollar.
The Marriage Promise: a Comedy in five acts, as performed at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, by John Till Allingham, 25 cents.
Domestic Encyclopedia, vol. 2nd. price to subscribers 2 dols. 50 cents per vol. in boards.
Public Characters, or Contemporary Biography: containing Memoirs of thirty six of the most conspicuous characters of the present age. Price 2 dol. 25 cents in boards, 2 dol. 50 cents bound.
Travels in Upper and Lower Egypt, during the campaigns of Gen. Bonapart, in that country, and published under his immediate patronage, by Vivant Denon, translated from the French—to which is prefixed an historical account of the invasion of Egypt by the French, by Arthur Akin, embellished with numerous engravings, 2 vols. 8vo. Price 4 dols. 50 cents in boards, or 5 dols. bound.
Roscoe's Life of Lorenzo de Medici, 3 vols. boards. Price 6 dols. 75 cents.
John Bull; or an Englishman's Fire Side, a new and celebrated Comedy, in five acts, by George Coleman, the younger. Price 25 cents.
August 12.
WILLIAM RAMSAY HAS OPENED A Grocery Store in Prince Street,
Next door to Dr. Dick's. Where he intends keeping a general assortment of genuine articles in that line, and now offers for sale on moderate terms.
LONDON particular
 Madeira,  Port in casks and bottles,  Colmenar and Malaga  Old St. Julian and Medoc Claret in casks of 2 dozen each,  White Wine Vinegar,  4th proof Jamaica Rum,  Do. Cogniac Brandy,  Holland Gin,  Loaf, lump and Muscovado Sugar,  Sugar House Molasses, 
WINES,
 Imperial,  Chulan,  Hyson,  Young Hyson,  Hyson Skin,  Souchong,  Pouchong Souchong,  Padra Souchong,  Peco Souchong,  Bohea 
Fresh Teas of the latest Importation.
 Green Coffee,  Durham and Dixon's Mustard,  Alspice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Mace and Nutmegs,  Nantz and Bourdeaux Sallad Oil,  Catchup, brandied Fruits and English Pickles,  Olives, Capers and Anchovies,  Prunes, Raisins, and soft shell Almonds,  Leiper's Snuff in bottles,  Do. best Smoking Tobacco,  Martin's best Spanish Segars,  Basket Salt for table use,  Georgia Cotton,  Martinique Noyeau,  Mould and dipp'd Candles,  Jersey Chees of an excellent quality,  Wrapping Paper, brown and blue,  Roll Brimstone, Fig Blue. 
To be Rented,
And possession given immediately, the dwelling HOUSE above said store. It is now in good repair, and well calculated to accommodate a genteel family. Apply as above.
June 27.
Printing in all its variety executed at this office.
For BOSTON, (To sail the ensuing week) The Galiot Romeo, For Freight or Passage, please apply to captain Gorham, on board, or to
John G. Ladd.
September 1.
Valuable Property for Sale.
In pursuance of a Decree of Alexandria county court, in the district of Columbia at the last June term; and the last will and testament of Lewis Hopkins, deceased,
Will be sold at Public Auction, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on Thursday the 22d day of September next, if fair, if not the next fair day, at the house of Francis Daniel, at the Little Falls, all the REAL ESTATE of the said Lewis Hopkins, to wit:
One undivided third part of 207 acres of LAND, in the said district, near the said Little Falls, upon which are Merchant Mills, with three pair of French Burr Mill Stones, and every necessary and convenient machinery for manufacturing flour to the best advantage; also a Brewery and Distillery, Miller's House, a Brewer and Distiller's House, and sundry other improvements. This property will be shewn to any person who may incline to purchase it, by the said Francis Daniel, at any time before the day of sale.
A tract of LAND in Fairfax county, about three miles from the said Little Falls, containing 207 acres, upon which is a dwelling house, in which Mrs. Susan Wren lives, and sundry other improvements; about two thirds of this land are cleared, and the remainder in wood; it is good farming land. Mr. William Waters, who lives near it, will shew this land to any person or persons who may incline to purchase it, at any time previous to the sale.
Mrs. Susan Wren, who was the widow of the said Lewis Hopkins, has a right of dower in the aforesaid property.
The Sale will commence at twelve o'clock.
 Phil. R. Fendall,  Robert Young,  Wm. Waters, 
Ex'ors.
August 18.
VALUABLE LANDS FOR SALE.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust executed by Henry Lee to the subscriber, for securing a debt due from said Henry Lee, to Wm. Ludwell Lee, deceased, the following tracts of Land will be Sold at public Auction,
for ready money, at the times and places hereafter mentioned, that is to say:
One tract containing 2800 acres, called Hollis's Marsh, lying in the county of Westmoreland, adjoining the Stafford estate, and bordering on the Potomac river.
One other tract containing 500 acres lying in the county of Fairfax, at the mouth of Difficult run, on the west side thereof, and bounded by the Potomac river at the Great Falls.
One other tract containing 1600 acres, together with a moiety of a MILL, lying in Frederick county, where the said tract is called and known by the name of Buffalo Marsh.
These tracts will be sold on the respective premises: The 1st on the 28th of September; the 2d on the 6th of October, and the 3d on the 13th of October next.
The above tracts will be laid off and sold in smaller parcels, if the title papers can be obtained in time to enable the subscriber to have them divided.
(Signed)
Bushrod Washington.
August 19
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For Freight or Charter, The SHIP Fair American, Capt. Stover, about two years old, burthen 217 tons. Apply to
Janney & Paton.
Who have received and for sale on board said vessel,
160 tons Plaister of Paris.
Sept. 3
d
The Ship United States, Capt. FINLEY, A constant Trader, arrived at Liverpool on the 9th of July, after a passage of twenty six days, we expect her to arrive here in all this month, and are desirous of engaging some FREIGHT, so as not to detain her long in port. For Freight or Passage be pleased to apply to
Ricketts, Newton & Co.
Sept. 2.
d
For Freight or Charter, (To any port in the West Indies.) The Sch'r DISPATCH, JOSHUA PREBBLE, Master, burthen 750 barrels. She is a fine staunch vessel, completely found and ready to receive a cargo immediately. Apply to the master on board, at Gilpin's Wharf, or to JOSEPH RIDDLE, & Co.
Sept. 1.
d
For Sale or Charter, The SHIP BELVIDERE, lying at Thompson's wharf, burthen 257 tons. For terms apply to Samuel Craig.
July 21.
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For Freight or Charter, The BRIG JOANNA, Moses Watts, Master; burthen about 1,100 barrels. Is a good, staunch vessel and sails well. Apply to the master on board, or to Nathaniel Wattles & Co.
Who have for sale,
 Sugar in hds. and bds.  Rum in hds.  Molasses in do.  Georgia upland Cotton in bales. 
August 15.
d
For FREIGHT, (Coastways) The Schooner SEA FLOWER, ELIZ DOUGHTY, Master; burthen 500 barrels, now lying at the upper side of Prince street wharf. Apply to the master on board, or to Daniel M'Clean.
Who has for sale,
Peach Brandy of an excellent quality, soap and candles, mess and prime pork, Philadelphia hoop and bar iron, nail rods and foal leather.
August 23.
d
For Freight or Charter, The SNOW CORNELIA, Shadrack Hathaway, Master; burthen about 1000 barrels. She will in a few days be ready for the reception of a cargo.
For sale on board said vessel, 3000 bushels Bonavista SALT.
John G. Ladd.
August 24.
d
Cash given for clean linen and cotton rags.

THE LAST REMEDY.
Jack, quoth the father, can you tell, What state will give me ease? I tire when standing, when I kneel Sharp pains invade my knees.  To walk, my feet all blister o'er, My back aches, if in bed; And if I sit, my hips are sore, To lean, afflicts my head.  Yes Sir, quoth Jack, one way remains, The last within your power, Since none of these relieve your pains, Try hanging half an hour.
THEATRE.
On TUESDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 6th, WILL BE PRESENTED, (For the first time in this Theatre,) a COMEDY in five acts, CALLED The Marriage Promise. To which will be added, a Musical En- tertainment, called The SHIPWRECK.
Doors to be opened at 6, and the performance to begin at 7 o'clock precisely. Box 6s. Pit 4s. 6d.  Subscribers are respectfully inform- ed their tickets will be left at Mr Tho- mas's book store. September 5.
NOTICE to SHIPPERS.
The SHIP Governor Strong, Is ordered from Hampton Roads, where she now lies, to this port. She is for Freight or Charter. Those disposed to ship in her to the ad- dresses of James Mackenzie and A. Glen- nie, London, will receive the customary advance.  It is hoped that this ship will have a preference from shippers of tobacco, not only because she is a fine vessel, but to en- courage the growing navigation of our own Port.  Apply to A. Henderson & Co. Sept. 3. d
To be Sold at Vendue
On Col. Hooe's Wharf, Sth inst at 11 o'clock.  A large two story Store, on said wharf, 75 feet long, 25 feet wide, it is a strong good frame, lined through- out with granaries, partitioned off on the second and third floors; the same is in three separate parts for the convenience of moving if necessary. The ground on which it stands is leased from the cor- poration at 150 dols. per annum. Three years of the lease are yet to come, when the building may be moved, if another agreement is not made with the Corpora- tion. To save trouble, it will be put up at one thousand dollars, no bid will be taken for less than five dollars, but the highest bidder may be sure the owner, or any person for him, will not make any bids. One half the purchase money will be received in approved notes of 60, and the other in 90 days from the day of sale.  There is attached to this property the privilege of landing and shipping goods free of wharfage.  Wm. HARTSHORNE. September 1.
A fresh Supply,
China Oranges, Lemons in boxes, Figs in Frails, fresh Prunes, Soft shell'd Almonds by the frail or pound, 10 bds. best Bay Mackerell, 2000 lbs. well cured country Bacon, New R. Island Cheese, Spiced Salmon, Candles, Soap, &c. ALSO, Good Draught Beer and a cool Room.  Thomas Simms. Sept. 2. d
Just Received,
10 chests Bohea, } TEAS 8 do. Souchong }  of late importations and excellent quality. Apply next door below Col. Gilpin's, in King Street, to John Potts. Sept. 1. d3: zaw
From Bell's (London) Weekly Messenger.
PRESENT STATE OF THE NOR- THERN POWERS.
At a time when every sinew should be braced for war, it is worse than foolish to amuse the country with idle hopes from the Russian mediation, or to encourage the prospect of any other decision than that of arms. But according to some of our spe- culators, the plan is far advanced; we hear talk of a Congress to be convened for the adjustment of grievances, and the dis- putes of France and England are to be sub- mitted to a Diet of neutral Princes.  It is strange that this infatuation should prevail; and it is not very complimentary to the spirit of England, to suppose that she would run round to every Court in Europe, presenting a brief of her griev- ances, and begging them to hold it for her. Such pusillanimity might, indeed, become a little State, willing to avert the hour of its evil destiny, and truckle to despotism for a longer lease of freedom; but it would be useless in a great and powerful nation, who must be respected and feared, in order to be secure, whose safety must be purchased by those means which compel it, and not those which so- licit it as a boon. The present quarrel is, unhappily, of a magnitude which ar- bitration cannot embrace. In cases where the dispute turns on a single point, ar- bitration may determine the claims of both parties; but where the complaint is ge- neral, and the litigation extensive, where each thinking himself right, refuses to re- mit a particle of his claim, there seems no prospect of any decision, but that of force, which with nations is the common arbiter of right and wrong.
This appeal to mediation, moreover, can in no way become England in the present crisis; a quarrel so fully autho- rized by repeated insult there should be no desire to compromise. Who calls in an Umpire in a cause, of the justice of which he is convinced, but from an abatement of the proper spirit to support it? It will generally be found, that an appeal to me- diation, is nothing more than a desire to procrastinate a suit from a conviction of its weakness. A spirit wronged and oppres- sed, boils over in manly resentment; it desires no pitiful compromise, no hollow patched up reconciliation, in which the flame of animosity burns, secretly for a time and bursts out, on the first oppor- tunity, with a more destructive rage than before. It may be imagined how much respect would be paid to the decree of a Congress which had nothing but the bra- tium fulmen of mere dignity to support it. We are mistaken if a curia of error would not immediately rise to arms.
There is no question if any thing could be effected by mediation that Ministers would not avail themselves of it; and Russia being the most likely to have her arbitration respected, if offered, it would certainly be accepted. But we are not altogether certain that the disposition of Russia points this way. A dexterity of intrigue has long obtained France a pre- dominance in this Court, and a jealousy of British commerce has left little room of friendship or good will. The pacific tem- per of the Emperor is, indeed, generally acknowledged; but with this moderation of ambition, is a kind of sluggish and in- active policy, which teaches him to consi- der things, with which he is not very in- timately connected as unworthy of any great exertions. One thing is certain— Russia will not be our ally, and all we can expect of her is, that she will not become our enemy.
The other Northern Powers have a dis- tinct interest. Prussia seems to care little what becomes of the continent, provided she can weigh with advantage against the em- peror: with a kind of jealous frankness, she will see ruin spread around her, and so long as her own wings remain unpluck- ed, those of the imperial Eagle may be left without a feeder. The other Northern Powers are neither considerable by their friendship to one party, nor formidable by their enmity to the other; their only desire is to guard their neutrality with a scrupulous exactness, to swim with the tide, and look indifferently on the success or defeats of either party. The coolness of Austria, is indeed unaccountable, and something more than cautious neutrality might have been expected from her.— The war which raged internally in France so many years, the conscriptions, the af- fascinations, the emigrations, not to men- tion the consumption of the guillotine, must have deprived her of a greater por- tion of inhabitants than Austria can have
lost by her defeats. Yet France is more powerful than ever. Why then should Au- stria represent herself as feeble and exhaust- ed? It cannot be said, with reason, that she has lost by the system of the indem- nities. The Milanese, indeed are gone, but she has gotten in exchange Venice and the coasts of Dalmatia, and there is no comparison between the value of the one and the other. Her military system is now put on a new footing, and the Archduke: under whom every thing before prospered, is again placed at its head. If Austria be economizing her spirits and re- sources, it is as well to wear the mask of neutrality; but if her views are such as we flatter ourselves they are, with Eng- land ready to assist her, an attempt to re- gain the honor and independence of the continent should not be delayed a mo- ment.
Such, we believe to be the state of the Northern Powers. It is idle, therefore, to think of a mediation. The peace of Amiens has been called a truce so badly patched up, that the combatants renewed the battle before the funds coming into the field will not put a stop to present an- imosities. We are afraid the quarrel is too far advanced to authorize a hope of reconciliation, before some powerful blow is struck to prove the strength or weakness of the parties. If Russia be forward in her kind offices, let them be made the best use of; but we must be care- ful lest her offer to compromise should induce us to compromise differences which must be settled in our own favor, or not at all; which end, if arbitration can ac- complish it, well enough; but if it falls short of this, the sword must decide it.
The messenger, who is said to have ar- rived from Russia, we believe to be charg- ed with objects different from mediation. We are given to understand, a negotiati- on is commenced on some neutral and com- mercial points; and this seems more pro- bable.
LONDON, July 22.
As the public must wish to be accu- rately informed of the new plan of arming the country, we restate the outline of the bill brought in by the Secretary of War on Monday:
That all the males, from 17 to 55, in every parish throughout these kingdoms, shall be regularly trained to the use of arms.
That the armament shall be divided into four classes, viz. the first shall con- sist of persons from the age of 17 to 30, who are unmarried, and have not more than one child under ten years old. The second of the same description from the age of 30 to 50. The third of these who are married from the age of 17 to 50, and have not more than two children. And the 4th of all those who do not come within the above mentioned descriptions.
That the clergy, the militia, the army of reserve, the volunteer corps, etc. shall be exempted from the operations of the bill.
That the Lord Lieutenant shall be em- powered and commanded, in conformity to the general plan of defence, to cause all the men in the different parishes of all the countries, to be instructed in the use of arms once a week, from Lady Day to Michaelmas.
That the arms shall be furnished by his majesty, and that they shall after- wards be kept in proper order by the re- spective parishes.
That such as do not attend at the time and place appointed, shall forfeit 5s. and the poorer classes 1s.
That orders shall be given for the ap- pointment of officers, etc and for the unit- ing of small neighboring parishes, to unite them into companies.
That his majesty shall be enabled to or- der the Deputy Lieutenants to assemble the whole and to direct that one or two of the classes, or all if necessary, shall in ca- ses of invasion march to the coast, or else- where, against the enemy.
That when there on service, every man shall be subjected to regular discipline, and to the operations of martial law, in the same manner as the regular army.
That when thus assembled, every man shall be allowed two guineas to provide himself with necessaries; and on his re- turn, over and above the usual pay, one guinea.
That the services of these corps shall be limited to the continuance of invasion.
That when the enemy shall be pushed into the sea, or otherwise extirminated, these corps shall have leave to return to their respective homes.
SALEM, August 28.
Arrived at quarantine, brig Trial, cap- Haraden, 26 days from Fort Royal, (Mar- tinique). The schr. Hercules, capt. Felt, of this port, sailed in company. Left there, schr. Little John, Baker, of Bos- ton; and schr. Phenix, of Kennebec, the only Americans in port. Spoke on the 14th inst. lat. 32, long. 68 3/4, brig Ben- sey, from Baltimore, for Jamaica. Mar- kets, flour 18 dollars, fish 5, pork 22, beef 20, molasses 40 sous, brown sugar 45 & 50 livres, clayed 61 & 80.
Same day, ship Eliza, Richardson, from Madeira. Left there, brig Hector, Allen, of this port.
August 29.
Arrived, schr. Hercules, capt. Felt, from Fort de France (Martinique). Sail- ed from thence the 2d of August. Left there, schr. Little John, Baker, of Bos- ton, and schr. Phenix, Kingsbury, of Ken- nebec. In lat. 28, 37, long. 67, 9, spoke schr. Amity, Hitchell, from New- Orleans, 20 days out, bound to St. Tho- mas. In lat. 32, 30, long. 68, 50, spoke brig Phenix, Moore, from Trinidad, 18 days out, bound to Boston. Spoke a brig from Madeira, out 44 days, bound to N. York, that left there captain Allen and Simpson, both of Salem. In lat. 32, 30, long. 68, 30, was boarded by the British frigate Boston, and well treated by her.
NEW YORK, September 2.
Capt. Hurtin, of the schr. Hector, who arrived at this port from Port Antonio, writes to us as follows:
"Accounts had reached Port Antonio on the morning of our leaving that place, from Kingston, of the arrival there of two French 74's captured by the Elephant and Vanguard of equal force, after little or no resistance, they hauling down their colours after the first broadside. They were attempting to make their escape from C. Francois in a squall."
"On the morning of the 5th August, Cape Donna Maria bearing E. S. E. dis- tant 14 leagues, fell in with two small privateer schooners, full of men, supposed to be French, one of which (the larger) bore down upon us; but hoisting our co- lours, knocking open the ports, and pre- senting a tier of pieces of fire wood for guns, he immediately hauled his wind to northward and made sail."
Capt. De Butts, of the Schooner Nancy of Alexandria, on his passage to Jamaica, between Cape Nichola Mole and the East End, it blowing very hard from the N. E. fell in with a large canoe, having 14 negroes and mulattoes on board, armed with cutlasses and muskets. They made a signal of distress, and were then bailing the water out with their hats, &c. as fast as they could. Captain De Butts, after some hesitation, hove to for them, and took them on board. The garrison at Port Antonio had determined them as pri- soners of war, and Capt. De Butts will be entitled to salvage.
"On the first of August, the day of my leaving Rio Bueno, I saw a letter from an officer in the St. Ann's Regiment, stating that arms and ammunition had been found secreted in several of the negro huts about that parish; and that several other discoveries had been made of an alarming nature, endangering the tranqui- lity of the island."
Capt. Seton, of the ship Marion, informs us that previous, to his departure from Ba- tavia, the French had ordered all English vessels in that port to be detained.
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 1.
Arrived, ship Brothers, Wickes, St. Kitts; brig Lydia, M'Collom, Madeira; schr. Liberty, Williams, St. Kitts; Ca- roline, Lewis, Richmond; sloop Astrea, Pryor, do.
At the Lazaretto,
Ship Camilo, Hubber, Liverpool, sail- ed on the 16th July; Eliza, Charnock, Barcelona; brigs George, Devereaux, Co- runna; New Jersey, Adams, Bordeaux; Friends, Medcalf, Jamaica; schr. Mes- senger, Wing, Jeremie; sloop Columbia, Thatcher, Boston.
Capt. Wing sailed from Jeremie on the 31st ult. at which time the place was sur- rounded by the blacks; coming out he was captured by three barges, and detain- ed three days at Bay Le Clerc, where he learnt that Jeremie was evacuated on the second inst. and that the inhabitants had gone over to Cuba.
At Jeremie, July 31. Brig Lilley, Ni- chols, Philadelphia; Wm. Wright, Odlin,

do. schr. Montserrat, of Baltimore; Har- mony, of New York.
Capt. Foster, of the Sally, left at St. Andrew, June 25th; the brig Molly, Adams, of and for this port, in 10 days.—Spoke July 18, lat. 42, long. 45, the Diana, Price, from Amsterdam to Baltimore, with passengers. Aug. 8, spoke the ship Margaret, Swain, of New York, 4 days from Havana to London, in lat. 36, long. 68, W. twenty second spoke the sloop Lion, Price, out four days, from New York, in lat. 38, long. 69, W. all well.
September 3.
Capt. Collet informs, the utmost attention is paid to the rights of American seamen in London, for there is the greatest demand for men, and the most rigorous press is carried on in that place, so that even landsmen are not spared, when they can get hold of them, yet whenever an American has been taken in the general sweep, and has afterwards procured his protection, or made it appear by other substantial proof that he is an American citizen, he has been liberated.
A letter from London, under date of July 22d, says, "The zeal manifesting itself among the middle classes of society, in the capital, ever since the Defence Bill has been in progress through the House of Commons, proves that heavy as our taxes are, and heavier as they will be and enormous as is the national debt when a foreign foe threatens to invade us, public virtue, still animates and prevades us. Besides the meetings of counties and wards, societies in London are holding meetings, and striving with each other which shall do acts most meritorious for the general protection. The Phoenix and Globe Insurance Companies propose to raise one hundred men each, to equip and train them at their own expence. The young noblemen and gentry at the west end of the town mean to raise a regiment of cavalry among themselves, to consist of one thousand men, mounted on the best horses, each member to be attended by a servant, who is also to be mounted. But the most patriotic deed, was that of the meeting at Loyds, Brook Watson, Esq. in the chair, when £50,000 were subscribed in less than half an hour. Several gentlemen subscribed £1000 each. It is expected that 300,000 men will be raised out of the first class in the Defence bill, viz. between 17 and 30 years of age."
In a postscript to the above letter is added "Mr. Munroe, the American, Ambassador, arrived in town, a few days ago, from France."
A report is current this morning, that the French have made an attempt on the Island of Jersey, and in the attempt have lost six thousand men. I give it to you only as report."
The following explains the object for which the subscription at Lloyd's was opened:
"Resolved. That to give more effect and energy to the measures adopted by government for the defence of our liberties, our lives and property, to add weight to those personal exertions, we are already disposed to contribute. It behoves us to hold out every encouragement to our fellow subjects, who may be in any way instrumental in repelling or annoying our implacable foe, and to prove to them that we are ready to drain both our purses and our veins in the great cause which imperiously calls on us to unite the duties of loyalty and patriotism, with the strongest efforts of zealous exertion."
"Resolved. That to animate the efforts of our defenders by sea and land, it is expedient to raise by the patriotism of the community, at large, a suitable fund for their comfort and relief, for the purpose of assuaging the anguish of their wounds or palliating in some degree, the more weighty misfortune of the loss of limbs—of alleviating the distress of the widows and orphans—of smoothing the brow of sorrow for the fall of their dearest relatives, the props of unhappy indigence or helpless age—and of granting pecuniary rewards, or honorable badges of distinction, for successful exertions of valour or merit."
"Resolved. That a subscription, embracing all the objects in the foregoing resolution, be now opened and set an example to the public bodies throughout the United kingdom and its dependencies, and to our fellow subjects of every class and denomination, that independently of our individual contributions, the sum of twenty thousand pounds three per cent Consolidated Annuities, part of the fund-
ed property of this Society, shall be appropriated to this purpose."
NORFOLK August 30.
By capt. Vickery, of the ship Thomas, 49 days from Gibraltar, we learn, that two days before his departure news was received that the Island of Sicily and city of Messina was taken possession of by the British fleet under Admiral Nelson; London is blockaded by 9 sail of the line; 17 prizes have been sent into Gibraltar; the Emperor of Morocco has formally demanded the Tripolitan admiral's ship, alleging that the Tripolitans had risen on the remainder of the crew, and carried her to Tripoli by force.
Arrived the ship Dart, capt. Peck, 43 days from Cadiz.
Ship Thomas, Vickery, 44 days from Gibraltar.
Alexandria Advertiser.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5.
When the news was first announced, that Louisiana was purchased by Jefferson, so little were the party prints aware of the circumstance, that they said it was an idle story, and even attempted to charge the federalists with the fabrication of it, in order to misrepresent the conduct of government. The Aurora, the self created, "Organ of the Public Will," (that is to say the will of party) very gravely tells them that—
"The United States stand in no present need of the immense countries of Louisiana: It would be injurious to our prosperity to possess Louisiana in full sovereignty at this time, it would diminish the price of our lands in the Confederacy, it would diminish and disperse our population. These considerations could not have escaped an administration so careful of the union, and well acquainted with the interests of the western countries."
It seems Duane was not admitted into the secret in this instance, and hence we may infer the confidence of his employers is on the wane. This ignorance unwittingly brought forth the truth—for no one, disinterested, will deny the observations. We have land enough; far more than we can either sell or cultivate, and by this time, perhaps, not one dollar in the treasury.
Upon the news being confirmed, this "organ" immediately strikes up another tune. Nothing has been equal to the possession of Louisiana, says Duane, and he immediately sets to work, to ransack the old histories and observations on this extensive wilderness. This is not, however, the best of the joke, he now insists that the Floridas shall be tacked to it. But these inconsistencies are glaring in many instances, from the great man himself, even, as we here find, to master Billy Duane.
Flour, at St. Croix, 12 dolls. beef and pork 20 dolls. and in demand.
Dreadful times, we are given to understand by the last New Haven, Visitor, are experienced by the democrats of Connecticut. The collector of the port of New Haven, Deacon Bishop, has lately deceased, aged 80. Mr. Jefferson appointed him to the office about two years ago, because it was not tho't quite prudent to give the office then to his son Abraham, who had been a great preacher of democracy in Connecticut; but it has since come to light, that Abraham, during the presidential election, was a great Burrman, and said many disrespectful things of Thos: Jefferson, therefore, it is tho't, he ought not to have the office. Never was such a squaling among the pigs as is now experienced in Connecticut; the friends of the people have quite forgotten their charge—they are now all for themselves. The fat office of the Collectorship of New Haven engages all their love, and by it all their patriotism is exalted.—About twenty mouths are opened—all have equal claims. Mr. Jefferson must stop one and disappoint nineteen!
Extract from Mr. Wm. Baker's letter to the citizens of Prince George County.
"Is it not as notorious as the sun at noon day, that places have been assigned in our large cities, for Elihu Palmer and others, to preach publicly against Christianity? Not content with preaching infidelity, this same Palmer has advertised in the Baltimore papers for subscribers to a newspaper, the object of which, is to write
down the Christian religion, in this country. Whilst these things were going on, the infamous Tom Paine arrived in America, and scarce had he got a lodging (and it was difficult to get one) before he joined the blasphemous pack of blood hounds already in full cry. He immediately placed himself at the head of the cut throats, calling us in his "Age of Reason" that the Holy Bible is all a lie, that the Virgin Mary was a whore, and that Jesus Christ was a bastard and an impostor." These things were going through the public papers. The facts I have stated dare not, cannot be denied, and will not the soul of every American shrink upon itself and startle at the horrors of infidelity? Christianity is the foundation of all order—It is the guardian of our constitutions and laws—because every officer in all the governments are bound by an oath—Loosen this tie and we are undone.
Christianity is the greatest security for our lives and our property—because when you destroy the obligations and solemnity of an oath, wicked men may swear away, either, without fear of punishment in this world or in the world to come—Christianity is the only check upon the passions of man when he has power over another; take away this check, and men will become Devils—Christianity on the other hand, is man's best comfort in distress; it enables him to be patient under sufferings, and cheers the drooping soul with a better state hereafter. Why, or for what reason such blessed principles must be overturned, God in his wisdom can only tell—we know the fact to be so, and we are bound to prevent it. But let us suppose that religion was overturned in this country, how then would things stand? The answer is ready, because it has been fairly tried for seven or eight years in France."
Public Vendue.
Will be added to to-morrow's Sales, One trunk containing elegant Lace Cloaks, jet Beads, cotton and thread Stockings, Suspenders, &c. &c.
Also, 6 hhd. N. England Rum, 3 pipes Gin, 1 do. Brandy.
P. G. MARSTELLER. Sept. 5.
For Sale,
A handsome FARM, Three miles from Alexandria, partly lying on the main road that leads to Colchester, containing one hundred and twenty five acres, handsomely improved, and pleasantly situated; on the premises are a neat dwelling house, a kitchen adjoining, dairy, an excellent well of water, and a barn 60 feet long, together with a general collection of choice fruit trees. The situation as a country seat is well adapted for the residence of any person who may buy it, and will be sold on moderate terms by the proprietor.
THOS. RICHARDS. Sept. 5.
Twenty Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the Subscriber, living in Charles County, Maryland, near Bryan Town, on the 26th day of last month, a Negro Man named RALPH, between twenty three and twenty four years of age, well made, of a middle height, and of a black complexion; when spoken to he is apt to laugh and then show a wide mouth with a full set of white teeth; one of his eyes is defective, occasioned by a corn-stalk when a child, at times he keeps that eye shut, as he cannot see very well out of it, on examination you will observe that the ball of said eye is glassified. He had on when he went off an oznaburg shirt, a pair of trowsers, of rolls, a hat about half worn, he also took with him all his Sunday clothes, among which is a pair of boots, as to his other cloathing I am not able to relate the particulars, he was seen on the same day that he went off by one of my neighbours, with a budget on his back, travelling the road upwards, towards Piscataway, its probable that he will endeavour to get into the City of Washington or George town, or to Virginia, perhaps he may change his dress and name, and endeavour to pass as a freeman. Whoever will take up the said negro and secure him in any jail, so that I get him again shall receive the above reward and all reasonable charges if brought home.
IGNATIUS MIDDLETON. September 5. 1aw 31
O'Meara's Packet, Maria, now lying at Hartshorne's wharf, will sail on Thursday for Norfolk. Sept. 5.
Freight Wanted.
THE CH'R REBECCA will take from five to six hundred barrels freight, for any island in the West Indies. For terms apply at Hewes and Muller's Counting Room.
September 5. d
For Freight or Charter,
The Schooner RESOLUTION, (a staunch excellent vessel,) Job Simmons, Master, burthen about 1000 barrels, now unloading at the City of Washington, and will in a few days be here ready to receive a cargo on reasonable terms. Please apply to the master on board, or to John G. Ladd.
Sept. 5. d.
Fresh Timothy Seed.
Just received and for sale by NICHOLAS HINGSTON, SEEDS-MAN, Fairfax-Street, A quantity of Timothy Seed of this year's growth, at 5 dollars per bushel. Sept. 5. 41
Public Sale.
On Wednesday the 12th of October, 1803, if fair, if not the next fair day, will be sold at public sale, to the highest bidder, at Raspberry Plain, the dwelling of the late Stephens T. Mason, Esq.
SUNDRY SLAVES.
consisting of likely and valuable Men, Women and Children, sundry Horses, Cattle, Mules and Asses. The terms of sale will be; for all sums over ten dollars nine months credit will be given upon the Purchaser's giving bond and approved security: for all sums under ten dollars, in the whole by one purchaser the cash must be paid. Any claim against the late S. T. Mason previously shown to and admitted by the Executor as just, will be received in payment for articles so bid for and in the things purchased a proper discount made from the sum bid to make the payment equal to Cash.
JOHN T. MASON, Executor of S. T. MASON.
ALL persons having any claims against the late Stephens T. Mason, Esq. are desired to bring them in to the subscriber living in George Town, to Major Armstead Long, living in Leesburg, to Armstead T. Mason the son of the deceased, residing at his late dwelling, or to Abraham B. T. Mason, living in Loudoun County, properly and legally authenticated, that measures may be taken for the adjustment thereof.
The subscriber will sell one thousand acres of land situate near Little River in Loudoun County, it being the land lately purchased by the deceased S. T. Mason of James Mercer's representatives; the land is of good quality, more than two thirds of it uncleared and heavily timbered. The terms will be made to suit purchasers, and claims against the deceased's property authenticated and admitted to be just will be received in payment by
JOHN T. MASON, Ex. of S. T. Mason. Sept. 5. cc4w
Supposed to be stolen
FROM the subscribers shop on Friday last, a small GOLD WATCH, makers name believed to be Vouchez, a Paris, on the Dial, and also on the inside—has an outside fancy case now in his possession.—Any person giving information, so that said watch may be recovered, and if stolen, that the thief may be prosecuted, will be rewarded if required. Those who have borrowed watches will please return them directly.
WILLIAM F. GIRD, Clock & Watch Maker, King Street. Sept. 5. 31
FLAX SEED.
The highest price given for Flax Seed. A. Smith & Son. (a 5 d)
FOR SALE,
Bills of Exchange on London. Wm. RODGSON.

JAMES KENNEDY, sen.
King Street,
Respectfully informs the Public that he has received from Lee & Co's Patent and Family Medicine Store, Baltimore, a fresh assortment of the following
Valuable Medicines,
Which are in high esteem and general use throughout the United States, many of them being sold cheaper than the drugs of which they are compounded, could be purchased at a retail Store.
TAKE NOTICE,
That J. Kennedy, sen. is appointed the ONLY Agent for Alexandria.
CASES OF CURES—by Hamilton's Worm Destroying Lozenges.
(Selected from thousands) the authenticity of which any person may ascertain, either by letter or personal application.
DR. HAMILTON'S ELIXIR,
A sovereign remedy for Colds, Obsolete Coughs, Asthma, Catarrhs, Sore Throats, and Approaching Consumption.
To parents who may have children afflicted with the HOOPING COUGH.
This discovery is of the first magnitude, as it is an immediate relief, checks the progress, and in a short time entirely removes the most cruel disorder to which children are liable—the Elixir is so perfectly agreeable and the dose so small, that no difficulty arises in taking it.
From LUTHER MARTIN, Esq. Attorney-General of the State of Maryland.
Gentlemen, I comply with your request in stating my opinion of Hamilton's Elixir. It has been used in my family for two or three years past, with uniform success, whenever colds, coughs, or similar complaints have rendered medicine necessary. I have myself found it an excellent and agreeable remedy for a very painful and troublesome affection of the breast, accompanied with flatulency and with obstructed and difficult breathing.
On these accounts I do not hesitate to recommend Hamilton's Elixir, as a valuable medicine, and deserving public attention.
LUTHER MARTIN.
Mr. Abijah Henly, Bridge-Street, Baltimore, was cured by one bottle of Hamilton's Elixir of a very complicated disorder, occasioned by a fever cold caught several months ago. He breathed with the greatest difficulty, and was often thrown into weakening sweats when he attempted to walk any distance, and his voice would frequently fail in such a degree that he could only attempt to whisper, he has been upwards of six weeks without a return of his complaints, and desires to give this public testimony in favour of this invaluable medicine.
Dr. Hamilton's
GRAND RESTORATIVE,
Is recommended as an invaluable medicine, for the speedy relief and permanent cure of the various complaints which result from dissipated pleasures—juvenile indiscretions—residence in climates unfavourable to the constitution—the immoderate use of tea, frequent intoxication, or any other destructive intemperance—the unskillful or excessive use of mercury—the diseases peculiar to females, at a certain period of life—bad lying-in, &c. &c.
And is proved by long and extensive experience to be absolutely unparalleled in the cure of Nervous disorders, Violent cramps in the stomach and back, Consumptions, Indigestion, Lowness of spirits, Melancholy, Loss of appetite, Gout in the stomach, Impurity of the blood, Pains in the limbs, Hysterical affections, Relaxations, Inward weaknesses, Involuntary emissions, Seminal weaknesses, Obsolete gleets, Fluor albus, (or whites) Impotency, &c. &c. Barrenness,
In cases of extremity, where the long prevalence and obstinacy of disease has brought on a general impoverishment of the system, excessive debility of the whole frame, and a wasting of the flesh, which no nourishment or cordial could repair, a perseverance in the use of this medicine has performed the most astonishing cures.
HAMILTON'S ESSENCE and EXTRACT of MUSTARD,
A safe and effectual remedy for gout, rheumatism, palsy, sprains, bruises, pains in the face and neck, &c. And has performed more cures in the above complaints than all the other medicines ever before made public.
From Dr. Weatherburn, Wythe county, Virginia.
Gentlemen, I purchased at your shop the preparations you call Hamilton's Essence, or Extract of Mustard, which I believe has perfectly removed a chronic rheumatism (of that kind named sciatica, or the hip joint) under which I had laboured for a long time, and which had baffled every article in the Materia Medica, and every mode of treatment received into practice for the cure of this obstinate disease. If you think this letter useful you are at liberty to make it public.
Yours, &c.
P. WEATHERBURN.
John Hoover, rope-maker, South Second Street, between Mary and Christian-Streets, Philadelphia, voluntarily maketh oath as follows, namely, that his wife, Mary Hoover, was so severely afflicted with a violent rheumatism very dangerously situated, the consequence of a severe cold after lying in, as to be confined to her bed for several weeks, and was at length reduced to the melancholy apprehension of remaining a cripple for life, notwithstanding the most respectable medical advice was followed, and every probable remedy attempted: when
seeing several cases of cures performed by Hamilton's Essence and Extract of Mustard, they were procured from Mr. Birch, No. 17, South Second-Street. The first application enabled her to walk across the room, and the use of one bottle restored her to her usual state of health and strength.
JOHN HOOVER.
Sworn and subscribed before Ebenezer Forster, Esq. one of the justices of the peace to Philadelphia County.
HAMILTON'S
WORM DESTROYING LOZENGES.
Which have within four years past cured upwards of one hundred and twenty thousand persons of both sexes, of every age, and in every situation, of various dangerous complaints arising from worms, and form obstructions or foulness in the stomach and bowels.
This medicine bears no analogy whatever of similar title, so commonly complained of as operating with violence; on the contrary, a particular excellence of this remedy is its being suited to every age and constitution; contains nothing but what is perfectly innocent, and is so mild in its operation that it cannot injure the most delicate pregnant lady, or the tenderest infant of a week old, should no worms exist in the body; but will, without pain or griping, cleanse the stomach and bowels of whatever is foul or offensive, and thereby prevent the production of worms and many fatal disorders; they are particularly efficacious in carrying off all gross humours and eruptions; feverish and bilious complaints, and are the safest and mildest purgative that can be used on any occasion.
Description of Worms, and the symptoms by which they are known.
Worms which infest the human body, are chiefly of four kinds, viz. the Teres or large round worm, the Ascarides, or small maw worm, the Cucurbitina, or short, flat, white worm, and lastly, the Tenia, or tape worm, so called from its resemblance to tape; this is often many yards long, and is full of joints—It is most hurtful, and most difficult to cure.
Among the symptoms attending worms, are disagreeable breath, especially in the morning—Bad and corrupted gums—itching in the nose and about the feet—Convulsions and epileptic fits, and sometimes privation of speech—Starting and grinding of the teeth in sleep—Irregular appetite, sometimes loathing food, and sometimes voracious—Purgings, with slimy and foetid stools—Vomiting—Large and hard belly—Pains and sickness at the stomach—Pains in the head and thighs, with lowness of spirits—Slow fever, with small and irregular pulse—A dry cough—Excessive thirst—Sometimes pale and unhealthy countenance, and sometimes the face bloated and flushed.
Persons afflicted with any of the above symptoms, should have immediate recourse to HAMILTON'S WORM DESTROYING LOZENGES, which have been constantly attended with success in all complaints similar to those above described.
A dose of this medicine given occasionally during the warm season, will effectually prevent the vomiting and purging of children, a dreadful disorder which annually destroys thousands of the infant part of our cities. It is likewise the mildest and most certain remedy known and has restored to health and strength a great number when in an advanced stage of this fatal complaint. Particular and plain instructions are given for every part of the necessary treatment in such cases.
Children generally take this medicine with eagerness; having a pleasing appearance, and an agreeable taste.
TAPE WORM.
Mr. SAMUEL FULLER, Inn-keeper, on the Harford road, ten miles from Baltimore, began about 20 months ago to be grievously afflicted with a tape worm, which increased fast in size and strength, so as to excite the most horrid sensations by its writhing motions and intolerable pains, resembling the gnawing and tearing of his bowels, which deprived him of his necessary sleep, and caused such dreadful apprehensions as cannot be conceived but by one in a similar situation—his appetite waned rapidly, and with that his strength, so that he was unable to attend to any business—when he heard of some excellent cures performed by Hamilton's worm lozenges, he took a large dose, which brought away about FOUR YARDS of the worm (now in the possession of Lee & Co)—but a renewal of his pains soon convinced him that this monstrous reptile had recovered its first vigour—Application was made to Lee & Co. for more of their medicine, with their advice—from which resulted the total expulsion of his formidable enemy, in several pieces, which he supposed to be SIX or EIGHT YARDS more. A few months have since elapsed, and Mr. Fuller is now in perfect health. The above facts are well known to a numerous circle of his neighbours, and himself will gratify any who may wish to make further inquiries on the subject. Although Hamilton's worm lozenges produce such powerful effects, when necessary, yet they are perfectly innocent and mild in their operation on the human body, even taken in large doses, as Mr. Fuller will testify—their particular mildness is abundantly evident in innumerable cures of infants.
Communicated by Dr. John Spangler, York-town, Pennsylvania.
Letter from the reverend Mr. JOHN MOLTHER, minister of the Moravian church, in York-town.
York, January 4th, 1802.
Dear Sir,
Dr. Hamilton's lozenges have been recommended to me as a very adequate means for the cure of children afflicted with worms, I procured a box for the use of my family, to try, whether by means of this medicine, I might be enabled to gain a point, which, to accomplish, different other means had proved abortive. My eldest boy had a very sickly appearance, was very restless at night, grew leaner from time to time; in short, he seemed to be in a precarious state of health, which would yield to none of the medicines administered, until I gave him two doses of lozenges, agreeably to the directions, which carried off a substance to all appearance a mercuricus but upon close inspection quit repelled
with very small living animals. Not one of that sort of worms which usually afflict children came from him. Since that period he grew remarkably better in health, and though Jean, has got a fresh and lively complexion. Upon different occasions I have used this medicine as a purging substitute, and found it to answer exceedingly well, without hanging on belly-ache, or any of those disagreeable sensations, so often occasioned by purging medicines. Upon the whole, I judge this medicine to be, besides its main object, one of the most salutary means for restoring lost appetite, and promoting a proper state of digestion, by carrying off that bilious substance, which engenders so much indisposition both among children and adults.
I am, Sir, your most obedient servant, JOHN MOLTHER.
DR. HAHN'S TRUE and GENUINE GERMAN CORN PLAISTER.
An infallible remedy for corns, speedily removing them, root and branch, without giving pain.
THE GENUINE PERSIAN LOTION,
So celebrated among the fashionable throughout Europe, as an invaluable cosmetic, perfectly innocent and safe, free from corrosive and repellent minerals (the basis of other lotions) and of unparalleled efficacy in preventing and removing blemishes in the face and skin of every kind, particularly freckles, pimples, inflammatory redness, scurf, tetter, ring worms, sun burns, prickly heat, &c.
The Persian Lotion operates mildly, without impeding that natural, insensible perspiration which is essential to health. Yet its salutary effects are speedy and permanent, rendering the skin delicately soft and clear, improving the complexion, and restoring the bloom of youth. Never failing to render an ordinary countenance beautiful, and an handsome one more so.
THE RESTORATIVE POWDER for the TEETH and GUMS.
This excellent preparation comforts and strengthens the gums, preserves the enamel from decay, and cleanses and whitens the teeth, by absorbing all that acrimonious slime & foulness, which suffered to accumulate, never fails to injure and finally ruin them.
DR. HAHN'S GENUINE EYE-WATER.
A sovereign remedy for all diseases of the eyes, whether the effect of natural weakness or of accident, defluxions of rheum, dullness, itching and films on the eyes, never failing to cure those maladies which frequently succeed the small pox, measles and fevers, and wonderfully strengthening a weak sight. Hundreds have experienced its excellent virtues, when nearly deprived of sight.
TOOTH ACHE DROPS.
The only remedy yet discovered which gives immediate and lasting relief in the most severe instances.
THE SOVEREIGN OINTMENT for the ITCH,
Which is warranted an infallible remedy at one application, and may be used with perfect safety by pregnant women, or on infants a week old, not containing a particle of mercury, or any other dangerous ingredient whatever, and is not accompanied with that tormenting smart which attends the application of other remedies.
THE ANODYNE ELIXIR.
For the cure of every kind of head-ache.
INDIAN VEGETABLE SPECIFIC.
A safe and speedy remedy for the venereal disease.
"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."
For the prevention and cure of bilious and malignant fevers,
IS RECOMMENDED
DR. HAHN'S ANTI-BILIOUS PILLS.
The operation of these pills is perfectly mild, so as to be used with safety by persons in every situation, and of every age.
They are excellently adapted to carry off superfluous bile, and prevent its morbid secretions—to restore and amend the appetite—to procure a free perspiration, and thereby prevent colds, which are often attended with fatal consequences—a dose given only to remove a cold, is taken on its first appearance. They are celebrated for removing biliousness—sickness at the stomach, and severe head ache—and ought to be taken by all persons on a change of climate.
Sold likewise by S. Pleasants, Richmond; Ross and Douglass, Petersburg; T. Green, Fredericksburgh; G. Purdie, Smithfield; M. Jones, Suffolk; Dr. Miller, Winchester; R. Green, how, Williamsburg; and J. Shaw-Leesburg.
Five Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber on the 1st of July last, a negro woman named B E C K,
about 20 years of age, pretty lusty, of a yellowish complexion; supposed to be secreted by Henry Peake's negro man Ben, who has a numerous acquaintance in Alexandria, and may have conveyed her there.
Whoever takes up said negro and delivers her to me, (living on Occoquan, Davis's Foard, Prince Wm. County,) shall receive the above reward, and, if out of the county, reasonable expenses for bringing her home. It is supposed she is with child.
William Davis.
August 27.
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Bolts, Nails and Spikes,
AT
M'Call's Manufactory
On Royal Street, Alexandria,
By the Cash for Cash, AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES:
Wrought Nails.
  Bolts and Spikes, at 8 3/4 d. per lb. 40 l. and 30 l. nails, 8 3/4 d. do. 20 d. nails (if heavy) 8 3/4 d. do. 12 d. and 10 d. do. do. 9 3/4 d. do. 8 d. do. 10 3/4 d. do. 6 d. do. 11 3/4 d. do. 3 d. do. 12 3/4 d. do. 
Cut Nails.
  20 d. 12 d. and 10 d. nails, at 7 d. per lb. 8 d. do. 7 1/2 d. do. 6 d. do. 8 1/2 d. do. 4 l. do. 9 1/2 d. do. 3 d. do. 10 3/4 d. do. 20 d. 12 d. and 10 d. brads, 7 d. do. 8 d. do. 7 1/2 d. do. 
Retail price 1d. per lb. more.
All kinds of IRON WORK for ships, &c. may be had on the shortest notice, warranted done in the best manner.
Bar Iron, German and American Steel, Hoop Iron, Nails Rods, &c. sold at the above factory.
September 1.
d 121
A Situation Wanted.
A complete BOOK-KEEPER, capable of adjusting any kind of accounts in the Mercantile or any other Department; wishes a situation by the year, month, or week. His terms will be reasonable. If a clerkship does not offer, he would have no objection to go in the country as Tutor in a private family of respectability, (only) where he will teach a regular course of English education, geography, use of globes, maps, &c. He can produce unexceptionable recommendations. A line addressed to A. B. at the Printing Office of the Advertiser, will be duly attended to.
August 29.
Notice.
Having sustained much damage as well as inconvenience, from the practice of persons hunting and fowling without license, on my enclosed lands in the vicinity of Alexandria, I am constrained thus publicly to notify, that all future trespasses of that nature, will be submitted to the cognizance of the law.
Ch. Alexander, jun.
August 26.
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Ten Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the plantation of Lawrence Lewis, esq. Fairfax county, on Friday the 19th inst. a Negro man named
PETER:
He is about 22 years of age, 5 feet 8 or 10 inches high, rather slender made, very dark complexion; has a large scar on one of his legs, occasioned by the cut of a scythe last harvest, the wound not perfectly cured: his clothes not recollected, but believe nothing more than a common Negro cotton jacket and trousers. He was seen in Alexandria last Saturday, and it is supposed he is now in that place. All masters of vessels and others are cautioned against harboring or carrying off said fellow at their peril. The above reward will be given for securing him in any jail so that I get him again, or upon delivering him to the subscriber, with all reasonable charges paid.
Roger Farrell, Manager.
August 24.
Fifteen Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the subscriber, about the 20th day of July last, a Negro boy called SAM, about 18 years of age, 5 feet 4 or 6 inches high, tolerably stout made, with a scar on his upper lip, not quite cured when he left home. I suppose he has obtained a pass, and will endeavor to pass for a freeman. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver him to me, living within two miles of the Falls Church, Fairfax county, Virginia, or Ten Dollars, if secured in any jail so that I get him again.
C. F. Whiting.
Sept. 2.
For Sale,
A healthy, stout, young Negro Woman. Enquire of the Printer.
August 3.
PRINTED DAILY BY S. SNOWDEN.