Alexandria daily advertiser (Alexandria [Va.]), 1805-08-26 00:00:00

Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
Vol. V.]
MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 1805.
[No. 1380.
Public Sale.
On TUESDAY next, At 10 o'clock, will be sold at the Vendue Store,
RUM
 In bds. and bts. French Brandy in pipes,  Gin in pipes and bts.  Whiskey and Apple Brandy in bts.  Sugar in bds. tierses and bts.  Chocolate  White and brown Soap and } in boxes,  Mould and dipt Candles }  Raisins in kegs, boxes and jars,  Figs in kegs and frails,  Queen's Ware in crates, 
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE,
 &c. Also,  A Variety of DRY GOODS,  among which are  Cloths, Coatings, Korfemeres,  Duffs, Plains, Kerseys, Negro Cottons,  Serges, Etudicks, blue Friezes,  Calimacooes, Russels, Yarn Stockings,  Chintzes and Calicoes,  Irish Linens, Silks &c.  Osnaburgs and Ticklenburgs,  Muslin and Muslin Handkerchiefs,  India Muslins and Table Clothes,  Bandana Handkerchiefs,  Colour'd Threads, Hats and sundry other articles. 
Philip G. Marsteller.
Dec. 20.
10 pipes well flavor'd Holland Gin,
 60 casks Dutch Linseed Oil,  2 tales German Ticklenburgh  1 case Britannias,  1 do. Plaited Royal, 
Just Imported from Rotterdam,
 By the brig Nancy, Spalding,  AND FOR SALE BY  J. & T. Vowell,  WHO HAVE IN STORE, 
A few pipes old Madeira Wine, fit for immediate use,
 Three bds. old Grenada Rum,  Three casks Clover Seed,  Ten pipes 4th proof Spanish Brandy. 
Cash given for Otter and Mink Skins.
April 25.
JAMES SANDERSON
Has received, in addition to his late general supplies, which he will sell, by the quantity, very low, and on liberal credit;
10 pipes 4th proof Cogniac Brandy.
 14 puncheons second proof Antigua Rum.  20 barrels New England ditto.  15 pipes particular Teneriffe Wine.  12 half pipes do. do.  25 cases claret, 2 and half dozen in each.  9 boxes best London Mustard, 15 dozen each. 
ALSO,
 28 hogheads Virginia TOBACCO now in store. 
May 31.
JUST RECEIVED,
 AND FOR SALE,  69 barrels prime pork,  12 barrels peas, suitable for the West-India market. 
July 3. Wm. HODGSON.
This day is Published, for Sale at ROBERT GRAY'S Book store, and this OFFICE, (PRICE TWENTY-FIVE CENTS.)
AN ABSTRACT
OF AN
APOLOGY,
for Renouncing the Jurisdiction
OF THE
SYNOD OF KENTUCKY.
BEING
A Compendious View of the GOSPEL,
AND A FEW REMARKS ON THE
CONFESSION OF FAITH.
By Robert Marshall, John Dunlavy, Richard M'Namara, Barton W. Stone, John Thompson.
May 2.
Wanted to Purchase or Hire, SMART active NEGRO BOY for an under Hatter. Apply to the PRINTER.
August 22.
St. Vincents Rum, Muscovado Sugar, and Spanish Hides,
FOR SALE BY Benjamin Shreve, jun.
August 5.
TO LET,
A NEAT WELL FINISHED
TWO STORY HOUSE,
On St. Asaph-Street, nearly opposite Abraham
Faw's office—apply to
Hewes & Miller.
August 2.
THE SUBSCRIBER,
AT HIS GROCERY STORE,
King near Washington Street,
HAS JUST RECEIVED
FROM PHILADELPHIA, &c. &c.
A SUPPLY OF—
 Fresh teas, particularly selected,  6000 lbs. green coffee,  14 bds. St. Croix and St. Martins sugar,  New York and Philadelphia, loaf and Lump sugars. 
Old 4th proof Jamaica Spirits,
Do. 2d and 3d proof St. Croix rum,
Cognac brandy,
Holland gin,
Whiskey and
New England rum,
Choice old Madeira,
Sherry,
Lisbon,
Teneriffe,
Malaga and
Port,
Claret in cases,
20 Boxes fresh unsifted raisins,
Very best chocolate,
Dixon's best mustard,
With a general assortment of groceries as usual.
The whole of which are of a superior quality, and will be sold on the most reasonable terms.
JAMES BACON.
May 14.
LAWRASON & FOWLE
Have just received, by the brig Harmony, Robert B. Hall, master, from Boston.
3 bales best Beerboon Gurrahs
3 do. Sewing Twine
2 chests Young Hyson } FRESH TEAS.
5 do. Imperial }
20 boxes best Spanish Segars.
2 pipes first quality Cognac Brandy
40 barrels N. B. Rum
5 bds. retailing Molasses
7 barrels Spern. Oil
a few boxes Spern. Candles
40 boxes brown Soap
And a quantity of Plaster Paris.
July 6.
WILLIAM OXLEY
HAS ON HAND,
Which he will dispose of on terms advantageous to the purchasers, for cash or notes,
The following Articles, viz.
Superfine and second cloths.
Kerseymeres and swandowns
Bearskins and ternoughts
Durants and callimancoes
Bombazets and wildbores
Common and boil'd carabets
Silk, cotton, and worsted hosiery
English extra long silk gloves
Silk twill and thread
Diaper and common tapes
Paper and pound pins
White and printed marceilles
Laces, edgings and gimps
Elegant black and white lace veils
Patent do. do.
Satin pelong and silk handkerchiefs
4-4, 9-8, and 6-4 Cambric muffs
India Jacquet do.
Fustians, buckram, &c. &c.
ALSO,
A few bales of Negro Caddies, and one trunk silk and cotton slings.
January 7.
A few Copies of the American
Gardener, for sale by Robert Gray, in
King-Street.
Wanted to Purchase, 50 well seasoned Locust or Cedar Posts, and 250 stout Chestnut RAILS. Apply to the Printer.
Aug. 19.
NOTICE.
ALL PERSONS having claims against the Brigs Job and Enterprise, and Schooner Young Lyon are hereby notified and requested to bring them in, to the subscriber, within thirty days from this date.
James Patton.
August 20.
IRISH WHISKEY.
The subscriber has on hand about 1500 gallons WHISKEY, made last Christmas from malted barley, which is of an excellent quality. It is now offered for sale to private families, by the gallon, at four shillings and six pence, or by the barrel at four shillings and three pence—as his house near the brew-house.
THOMAS CRUSE.
Alexandria, August 1.
N. B. The few that have drank of this Whiskey give it the preference to Brandy. There is no doubt of its being a wholesome spirit. Its being manufactured in the town, should be a further recommendation to the citizens.
The Subscriber
Wishes to RENT or SELL, the following
Property, on King-Street, viz.
THE CORNER STORE, lately occupied by himself—the stand is equal to any in town for a retail store, and will be rented very cheap. Also, the HOUSE lately occupied by Doctor Hall; the house is very convenient and in good repair—this also will be rented a bargain if applied for immediately. For terms, apply to
THOMAS RICHARDS,
in his absence to Mrs. Hinton, living on the premises.
August 8.
Mackarel & Whiskey
110 barrels of MACKAREL just received, per Schooner Hiram, from Rhode Island:
ALSO,
35 barrels strong proof RYE WHISKEY—
and
30 kegs manufactured James-River TOBACCO, warranted good. These articles will be sold low. Apply to
John & Thomas Vowell.
July 16.
Mill Stones & Boulting-Cloths.
We want to buy one pair of
4 or 4 and to half feet Cologne Mill Stones.—
We have one pair of 6 feet Burr Mill Stones for sale: Also, five hundred dollars worth of Boulting-Cloths; which will be sold a bargain, to any body who will take the whole of them.
Hewes & Miller.
June 20.
TUNIS CRAVEN,
HAS JUST RECEIVED,
An elegant assortment of goods, selected from the latest importations, in Philadelphia and Baltimore.
—AMONG WHICH ARE—
Superfine cloths and coloured cambricks;
cambricks, Dimities,
Cotton cambricks, 6-4 9-8, Cambric
White and coloured muffs,
jeans, nanskeens and India, book, jacquet
fustians, and mill mull, mull-
Long and short nan-
keens, Colonnade and crossbar-
Blue do. red striped cambric
White and coloured ditto,
marceilles, Lace,
Waistcoating, 6-4, Lace shawls,
4-4 7-8, Irish linens, Long ditto,
4-4 7-8, Shirting cotton, Super brocaded do.
Irish and Flanders sheeting, English and French silk gloves.
Platillas, Kid ditto,
Brittanias, Pic nic mitts,
Silesias, English split straw bonnets,
Silk, cotton and thread handkerchiefs,
hosiery, Baftas,
Diaper table cloths, Mammolies,
Napkins, Gurrahs, &c. &c.
Chintz calicoes and
All of which he has determined to
sell at the most reduced prices.
May 26.
NOTICE.
The subscriber, administrator to the estate and effects of Eugene Blamp, deceased, requests all persons who have claims against the estate, to bring them forward, legally authenticated, for settlement; and those indebted will please to make immediate payment.
William Oxley.
August 14.
SPANISH SEGARS.
Just received, and for Sale, a few Boxes
SPANISH SEGARS.
T. CRAVEN.
August 10.
Just Received,
And for sale by the Subscriber,
2 case black tassetties
1 do. bandanoes, red and brown
20 barrels pork
Essence of spruce in jars
A large scale beam, bottoms and weights, complete.
JOHN G. LADD.
August 10.
FOR SALE,
100 barrels prime Beer,
60 do. Pork,
5 bds. and bts. continental Rum,
4 bds. Molasses,
2 butts real Holland Gin,
12 cases black ceyd Peas,
300 fks Liverspool fine Salt,
20 boxes Raisins,
1 half pipe and 2 gr. cases London Gin,
100 bds. Madeira,
6000 lbs. Coffee,
3 cases fair Hats assorted, suitable to the
St. Domingo Market,
50 barrels prime Herrings.
WILLIAM HODGSON.
July 30.
JUST RECEIVED,
AND FOR SALE, BY
JOHN G. LADD,
A few barrels black Varnish
100 barrels prime Beer,
50 kegs Raisins
Soap and Candles, in boxes,
100 lbs. Nutmeg and Cloves,
New Rum, in hogheads and barrels,
Three bales Russi brown sheetings,
A parcel of Blocks, Malt-Hoops, Pumps &c.
July 15.
WANTED TO PURCHASE,
About 30,000
White Oak Hoghead & Barrel
Staves,
Of good quality: Also,
A few squared Logs of Walnut.
WM. HODGSON.
July 5.
SUGARS.
Seventy bds. and } Muscovado SUGAR;
Twenty-two bds. }
Thirty one bags Cocoa

POLITICAL ESSAYS
On the essential and distinctive qualities of Democracies and Republics, with reference to the Constitution of the United States.
FROM THE BALTIMORE REPUBLICAN, OR ANTI-DEMOCRAT.
ESSAY V.
I shall now proceed to consider the definitions of democracy quoted by the Aurora; and then to demonstrate from the definitions of the most accredited lexicographers, and the writings of the ancients, that the essence of democracy consists, "in a right in the people to assemble in a body, or collectively, to enact laws."
The deepest thinker in all antiquity after examining and comparing the theory and practice of upwards of two hundred commonwealths, the justly celebrated Aristotle, whom the great Locke acknowledged "a master in politics," speaking of the different kinds of government observes of the republic that it is "prone to degenerate into a democracy." (3) Doctor Franklin our countryman, who was certainly well read in human nature, held on this point, the opinion of the Stagyrite. Being asked by a lady of Philadelphia, remarkable for wit, and good sense, on the dissolution of the convention which framed the constitution, "well doctor, what have we got?" "A republic, madam, if you can keep it." "And why not keep it?" rejoined the lady. "Because" replied the doctor, "the people on tasting of this dish, are always disposed to eat more of it than does them good."
Sixteen years have not elapsed since this prophetic answer of the doctor, and what do we behold! Men openly and voluntarily assuming the name of democrat , & loudly proclaiming the constitution of the United States is a democracy. "the American governments are in every respect completely and perfectly democracies," and those who will not so consider them, are fools, despicable knaves, or imposters. "
Such is the dogma and language of the Aurora. (4) That it is in the contemplation of some men to convert our constitutions, into democracies, may be fairly assumed; but already been made in this case; that it is meant to be persevered in, can scarcely be doubted.
"In order to introduce this form of policy, demagogues think they can never too much strengthen the popular party; children descended from the inter-marriages of citizens and strangers, all sorts of materials, however impure, are considered as proper aliment for such a government. Above all, demagogues must never cease to convince the people, that under their favorite democracy, they will be at liberty to live as they list. This will procure for them the assistance of the majority; for the greater part of mankind will always be better pleased to live licentiously, than to submit to the restraints of salutary discipline." (5)
Do you perceive any resemblance in this account of the practices of demagogues in remote ages, and which in Athens, according to Xenophon, "placed the bad citizens in a better situation than the good," (6) to what is in practice in the United States? Ought we to flatter ourselves, that practices which have been attended with so much success in other countries, will produce no effect in this?
It is a truth, well established by experience, that there is in every constitution, or form of government, a part of it, which has a tendency to corruption, by which it will be sooner or later destroyed, as that part which sustains its political life, has more or less weight and energy.
 (3) Arist. de Rep. lib. ii.  (4) Aurora 14th June, 1803.  (5) Arist. de Rep.  (6) Xenophon: Defence of the Athenian Democracy. — "I certainly have no intention of praising the people of Athens for choosing that particular form of government (a democracy) since, by choosing that form, they have consequently chosen to place the bad citizens in a better situation than the good. This, therefore, I certainly do not praise. But this I mean to shew, that having taken such a constitution, they have taken the best means to preserve it." What these means were every one knows, who has read their history. 
From the origin of a republic, the democratic part of it, if not steadily watched and powerfully resisted, will continually gain ground. Demagogues arise and encourage the people to disregard, to change or destroy, as it suits their pleasure, fundamental institutions; "to become managers of their own affairs, and act on every occasion as their own masters." (7) Thus stimulated and advised, the majority is soon every thing and the laws nothing; discords, seditions, conspiracies, and revolutions succeed each other, till the republic (then a republic in name only) touches the last verge of existence, and falls, to be heard of no more, except, perhaps, in the annals of democratic history.
As yet the people, under the constitution of the United States, have enjoyed more happiness, peace, and tranquility, than did any of the most ancient states of Greece. Whether this state of things is to continue; whether the republic is to maintain its ground, or to give place to a democracy and its consequences, is, as it would seem, in a course of experiment. What lover of liberty can be indifferent? what respecter of order, property, and life, can be composed in such a crisis?
(7) Practised at Athens. Demosth. passim.
FROM THE PORT FOLIO.
"And he sat down at the well. Now the Priest of Midian had seven daughters; and they came and drew water, and filled the troughs to water their father's flock. And the Shepherds came and drove them away; but Moses stood up, and helped them, and watered their flock."
In the juvenile days of Moses, that prophet having unfortunately interfered in a quarrel between an Egyptian and a Jew went into voluntary exile. Provoked at the assassination of a subject, the reigning monarch sought to slay Moses, who fled from his wrath into the land of Midian. Here he took up his residence in the vicinity of a well and lived a sort of hermit's life, "unknowing and unknown." By a glance at the history of pastoral ages, it will be seen, that the task of drawing water, either for household purposes or the use of the fold, devolved upon the women. The simplicity, the indolence, or the rudeness of the patriarchs, caused them to forget, that the obvious right of labor; and that men, as the natural guardians of females, should ever recue their fair wards from ignominious thralldom. But the Priest of Midian, with all his learning, was, it seems, clownish and inattentive, in this respect; for he suffered his whole family of girls to draw water, and fill the troughs to water his flock. In those days, and in that arid region, reservoirs, wells and cisterns, attracted almost as great crowds as fashionable watering places have in times more modern, and in a climate less fiery. Indeed, throughout the East wells were a kind of haunts; and at their margins were to be found Pilgrims and Patriarchs, Shepherds and Herdsmen, blushing beauties, and clamorous boors, all eager to allay their own thirst, or that of the animals, lowing and bleating around. In such a promiscuous crowd, grossness and incivility would always mingle, perhaps predominate; and not only delicate ears, but even graceful forms, would sometimes be wounded. The daughters of the Egyptian Priest did not repair to the well of Midian, without exposure to the attacks of brutality. Certain Shepherds of the country "fellows of the baser sort," came and drove these unoffending females away. Perceiving this harshness, and in a spirit of gallantry resenting it, Moses, with the courtesy of a cavalier, quitted his seat and his meditations, civilly helped the insulted maidens, and relieved them from the labor of watering their flocks. This is a pleasing instance of primeval politeness, and demonstrates that even in the simplest stages of society, the man of feeling, taste, and judgment, will always support the rights of woman.
The sex have a paramount claim to our protection, tenderness, and courtesy. Years cannot cause my dim eyes to survey the fair carelessly, or with indifference. My heart palpitates at their approach, and, in despite of the discipline of philosophy, my nerves vibrate, like the keys of a harpsichord, from the lightest touch of a charmer. Once, in the absurd misapprehension of youth, I took the character of a woman-hater worth imitating, and even attempted to hurl a feeble lance at the daughters of Eve. But time has taught me the impolicy and baselessness of such a warfare. I have not only
made a truce, but concluded a firm and lasting peace with the ladies. I pride myself that they still admit an old bachelor to their toilets, and that they will not refuse a dropped fan, though presented them by a grey-headed gallant. If I hear the pleasing rustle of silk against my study stairs, I make shift to hide my spectacles, and at the expence of gouty limbs, cheerfully resign my obsolete arm chair to the occupancy of the fair sex. I am a very Moses to resent any ill treatment they may receive; and did modern ladies watch and water sheep, like the seven shepherdesses of Midian, I am sure I should "right merrily" fill the bucket.
The gallantry of the attentive Moses was not unrequited. It procured him an invitation to the house of the priest, whose daughters had been thus protected by the shield of civility. The fruits of good breeding were the gratitude of a venerable divine, and the hand of Zipporah his daughter.
Thus it may be learned by every young man, eager for a pleasant passage through life, that attention to women honors both the giver and receiver. Nothing is to be gained by rudeness to the sex. By complaisance to them much may be acquired. He who is universally decried by women, is rarely very popular in male society. Nature intended the two sexes should live in amity. Let the good understanding continue. If we treat our female friends with courtesy, and with tenderness, if we listen to their voice with attention, bow at their approach, and sigh at their departure, we shall be liberally remunerated. Selfishness alone will dictate such politeness. — Woman, naturally frank, generous and sensitive, will hasten to discharge the obligation. On him who is thus watchful to please her, she will smile with radiance, she will smooth his pillow, she will, like Hotspur's consort "sing the song that pleases him," and "bind his aching head with flowers."
NEW YORK August 23.
Extract of a letter from an American Gentleman at Gibraltar Bay to his friend in New York dated June 16th.
"I have the pleasure to inform you that seven of our gun-boats have arrived here in 30 days from Sandy Hook. Three of them, including Mr. Izard of Charleston, left this two days ago for Tripoli, all well, and we shall follow them with the remainder to-morrow evening. The Spaniards, it is said, have at Algeziras, on the opposite side of the bay, the hundred gun-boats and thirty thousand troops ready to begin the siege of Gibraltar. In the afternoon of yesterday the Spanish gun-boats got under way, and manoeuvred a little; which occasioned the garrison at the rock to beat to arms, and lay at quarters during the night. We have no late news from our squadron. Our consul informs me that ten days ago a brig left this bay laden with powder for the bombardment of Tripoli. The plague rages with much violence at Cadiz and Malaga."
BALTIMORE, August 24.
Arrived. Bremen ship Mentor, Probst, 89 days from Amsterdam. Near the Lizard spoke the ship Commerce, Ray, 7 weeks from Philadelphia for Antwerp. — July 18, lat. 53 long. 61, spoke brig Harlequin, from New York for Aux. Cayes. In lat. 44. long. 56 saw an English fleet of 300 sail a-going to the northward. The pilot spoke a ship last Sunday off the Cape, from Cadiz for Philadelphia, with Geo. Moreau and family on board. Also, brig Thomas Jefferson, Horn, 12 days from Boston.
Alexandria Daily Advertiser.
MONDAY, AUGUST 26.
Extract of a letter from Bordeaux, to a respectable mercantile house in Boston, dated June 26.
"All merchandise coming to this place must be accompanied with a certificate of origin. This is to be rigorously observed. We are much afraid that several hogsheads of sugar and coffee shipped by you, which are not included in your certificate of origin, will give us a great deal of trouble. The receiver tells us the law leaves no sort of discretion; he must, he says, seize them, and we may petition the Minister, who will hearken to us, since you have not had time to know the new law relative to importations."
Extract of a letter from a young gentleman residing near the Black river, in the state of New York, to his correspondent in Charleston, dated.
Watertown, June 30.
"Four men of respectability, who be-
long to this place, were returning from Kingston, last week in a boat across Lake Ontario, who when about half way home, espied a distant object lying off in the lake — which they supposed to be a boat with her bottom up. They immediately steered towards it, with a design to make a prize of her; when with the swiftness of an arrow it darted towards them, and they discovered it to be a monster in the form of a snake. They were dreadfully frightened, and pulled with all their might for the shore which they soon gained, it being at no great distance. The monster closely pursued them, till gaining the shoal water, it played backward and forward before them two hours. This afforded them leisure to recover from their surprize, to approach and survey it. It contracted itself in a spiral form, which they judged to be nearly eighteen feet in diameter from the centre of the curl, the head projected across the folds, lying even with the surface of the water, and apparently, its circumference was as large as a hogshead; the eye nearly the bigness of a pint basin; the mouth frightfully large and aspect terrible. The length as it approached above the water, they judged to be 150 feet. The body appeared to be about the size of a barrel. After playing around as stated above, he steered his course for a vessel which had left Kingston at the same time, with themselves, bound to Niagara, and was out of sight in a moment.
"I understand that the Indians have frequently seen the same. He once attempted to pick a man out of a schooner, who saved himself by jumping into the cabin. A number of boats have been lost in the lake, which many conjectured were destroyed by this monster. It is supposed to be of the same kind with that which infested the seas of Norway as it is not difficult to see when young to, to come up the river St. Lawrence."
However incredible the above account may appear, the frighted imaginations of these spectators, have not represented this monster of a serpent, to be of such an enormous size as the sea snake which was shot by the master of a ship, in the Norwegian seas, in 1756. The length of that it will be recollected was more than one hundred yards. The boat and ship masters in those seas seem to dread, being overset by this sea monster: and on that account provide themselves with quantities of Castor, as they are known to have a remarkable aversion to the smell of that drug. It is probable that many who cross the Ocean would be happy to obtain a substance equally efficacious for their own security."
From the Boston Gazette.
SPANISH VALOR
Messrs. Russell & Cutler.
The publication of the following extract from a letter, dated at La Guayra, in April last, has been delayed until a proper representation of the affair, with the documents, could be laid before the American government; it is now given to the public as another evidence of that friendship and good will which the Spaniards are daily exercising towards us.
"On the 22d March, we sailed down this coast with a fine breeze, until just before sun-set, when being within reach of the guns of La Guayra, the wind left us becalmed with a heavy swell setting on shore. Half an hour before dark we were hailed from the fort, in Spanish, to which the captain replied in English, that we were Americans from Cavenna. This not appearing to be satisfactory, they continued hailing about ten minutes, by which time the brig ("White Oak" of Boston) had drifted so near the fort, that the voices of those conversing on the walls were easily distinguished, and it was so perfectly calm that the captain ordered our boat ahead to tow the vessel from the surf which we were fast approaching. Several boats were seen coming from shore the persons in which hailed, and upon receiving an answer suddenly retreated, after discharging at us a volley of musketry, immediately upon which a brisk cannonade was commenced at the fort. The second ball having passed through our foresail and cut away some of the rigging, capt. Mountfort jumped into the boat and attempted to land, but the shot flying in every direction he was obliged to return. A lantern was hoisted, but finding that it served only as a mark for the better directing of the guns it was soon removed and all the lights on board extinguished. Fortunately it had now become dark and we had drifted past the fort, but when within three quarters gun-shot were forced to drop anchor to keep clear of the lee shore. The firing was kept up from the fort, batteries, several gun-boats and an armed brig, until

When the captain, happily for us, was thus exposed to the barbarous caprice of men so overcome by their fears, as to imagine they saw an invading army in a clumsy, unarmed, American vessel, effected a landing and received the brave commandant and his courageous followers, from their apprehensions, for we immediately heard them hallooing from fort to fort, to cease firing, for the danger was over and the captain on shore! This step saved the whole of us, for we have since been told, that they had prepared and were determined, as soon as the moon rose, to sink the brig. Some of our rigging is cut away, and one 18 pound shot struck just forward of the main chains, carried away a timber head, and destroyed two water casks. The captain was placed under guard during the night, and in the morning I went on shore with the papers, where we were presented to the commandant, who appeared scarcely recovered from the fright of the preceding evening. The vessel was ordered to be moored under the guns of one of the batteries until directions should be received from Caracas.
The accounts given of the late bustle and consternation which our appearance caused are highly diverting, and place the conduct of the commander &c. in the most ridiculous light. All the soldiery were under arms firing upon us, the whole coast was alarmed, and persons travelling from Caracas, were stopped upon the road and forbidden to proceed. The cowardice and fear of those appointed to guard the port, were so great, that no one dared approach us, and at the commencement of the firing, a man belonging to one of the gun boats, was so terrified that he jumped overboard, swam ashore and asserted that he had received a ball in the leg! and the commander of another reported that he had one man killed by our shot, and they are hardly yet persuaded that we did not fire upon them! I have no doubt that had we been armed with a few guns well served, the whole town would have been deserted, and we should have seen the soldiers flying full speed to the mountains, with the valiant Don Vasquez, the commander, at their head! Capt. M. and myself as we walk the streets, are pointed at as prodigies of valor, for having stood such a cannonading without being killed! In fact the more I reflect upon the danger we was in, the more providential appears our preservation. About three weeks since an English armed vessel was off the harbor under American colors, and at three o'clock in the afternoon, sent a boat with an officer and a few men, who cut out a fine Spanish ship which was anchored within musket shot of the batteries! This is the excuse offered for the warm reception given us.
The heads of government are at variance and the assent of one is sure to produce the dissent of the other. Ten days elapsed before I received an answer to my petition for liberty to sell, and then I was told that I might dispose of enough to raise 300 dollars, which was considered sufficient to discharge their demand for powder and shot fired at us, and to pay for the repairs of the vessel. Upon representing the injustice of the demand and the necessity of discharging the whole cargo to ascertain, and repair the damages in the hull, the Intendant a man of very mediocre abilities & extremely obstinate, referred me to the captain general, his counterpart, who replied it was not in his province to decide, and sent me back to the Intendant, and he again to the captain general. You may judge whether it does not require a good stock of patience to deal with such animals.
The bill for powder and shot I consider a curiosity and send you an extract from it. To 307 lbs. 2oz. powder, at 7 reels 263 6. 60. 37 balls* weighing 900 lbs. at 1 per lb. 112 4. Do. 37 woolen waddings 21 3. Do. 8 lbs. march rope 6 2 1.2 dollars 408 7 1.2
You will observe that those expended by the gun boats, armed brigs, & soldiery, are generously given to us gratis, they probably conceiving that the opportunity afforded them of showing their undaunted courage was worth the expence. Viz. 11 twenty four pounders, 14 eighteens and 32 twelves.
From the Philadelphia Gazette. A correspondent anxious to be satisfied in a point of which he has recently been informed, begs Mr. Jefferson or some of his friends, explicitly to answer the following queries:
Did Mr. Jefferson at the time general Arnold had possession of part of Canada address to him a confidential letter?
If so, were the contents of that letter of a nature fit to be disclosed at this moment? Has E. Livingston an authenticated copy of that letter?
Did Mr. Jefferson at the time of his appointing E. Livingston to an office by which the United States are in danger of losing one hundred thousand dollars, know that the said E. Livingston possessed a copy of this letter to Arnold? And if so had it any influence in the appointment?
These enquiries have been produced by certain observations made in the Aurora this morning, relative to the appointment of E. Livingston. If the transaction were perfectly innocent, the answer to each can be prompt and explicit. If such answers be given, the writer pledges himself forever to sink in oblivion the circumstances to which they allude; of which he has received the most respectable and direct information.
From the Connecticut Courant. Messrs. PRINTERS, Since you have devoted a part of your useful paper to agricultural concerns, I think it will be more and more extensively useful than formerly. The motto of the "Farmer's Repository" from Dean Swift, is a truth, which, if universally known and believed, would be a more effectual weapon against the rant of fiery politicians, with whose lucubrations some of our newspapers are filled, than the most elaborate argument and profound reasoning.
As you have requested communications for this part of your paper, I am induced to contribute my mite for, (not of) information. In the American Museum published in Philadelphia for November 1738, is an essay on the culture of Burnet Grass, from which the following are extracts:
"One acre will produce upwards of three loads of hay, and above forty bushels seed. Horses are fonder of this seed than they are of oats. Burnet bears seeds twice a year, and will besides yield a good spring crop. It is not only good for horses, but for all manner of cattle, even for swine."
"After feeding a piece of Burnet of seven and an half acres in the spring, with ewes, lambs and calves, I obtained in the following July from the same, two hundred bushels of very clean seed, as many sacks of chaff, and seven loads of hay. In ten or twelve days after, I turned into it seven cows, two calves and two horses. They all threw very remarkably, and the cows gave more and we thought richer milk than in any other pasture. The weather was now exceedingly drouthy, and all our pastures were burnt up, yet the Burnet flourished and grew away as if it had a shower every week."
"The cows ate it greedily. The horses were not so fond of it until two or three days, when they fed well upon it. The quantity of the cows milk was very much increased in about four or five days, but the flavor of the cream superior to any I ever tasted."
"Mr. Rocque, the discoverer, has found by experience that it will grow in the driest land; for he planted some of it in the gravel walks of his garden, where every thing else is burnt up in the summer."
"From the agreeable flavor of Garden Burnet and the copious quantity of seed it produces, I was led to conjecture that it might be the kind mentioned in the essay. I sowed some of it on a dry, rich piece of ground, but from the result of the experiment, am convinced it is not the kind. Should any of the readers of the "Repository" have made experiments of this grass and found it as useful as represented in the essay aforementioned, they are requested, thro' the medium of the Courant, to give information to the public, and also where the seed may be procured."
"Having a small farm, under a high state of cultivation, I have made some experiments in farming, such of which as may be thought useful, may be the subject of some future communication. BENJAMIN ELY. Simsbury, April 1805."
Extraordinary succession of ill fortune. An unbroken series of misfortune runs through every scene of the lives of some men; others have periodical returns of sunshine and of shade. The following anecdote, which we believe to be authentic, shows such a rapid succession of ill fortune, as is not often known. It teaches an useful lesson of patience, and its conclusion will furnish an antidote to despair. During the period of the last war, a respectable tradesman and ship owner of Sunderland failed from Hull, in one of his ships for Memel, where the ship was burnt. He then took passage for Leith, in a vessel which was cast away on Memel bar. He engaged another passage in a third vessel, which, to his great disappointment, failed without him.
He embarked in a fourth vessel, and arrived at Elsinore, where owing to some accident, he was again left behind. From Elsinore he failed in the fifth ship, which was captured by the French, who landed him at Mendal in Norway. Fearful of again falling into the hands of the enemy he applied to Captain Gunter, who generously gave him a passage in the Nautilus, which was wrecked in Filey bay. Thus in about 3 months, he ran through as many adventures, and experienced as many disappointments, as are sometimes strewed over a whole life.
Means to be used when bit by a Mad Dog, &c. When any person is bit by a mad animal, in the very first instant possible, while you are sending for medical assistance, open the wound as much as may be, and let pure water be forced into every part from a pump, a tea kettle, or cistern; if neither of these is at hand, wash the wound very well with water, cleaning it with a handkerchief or sponge. Warm water may be used proper, if at hand, but there should be no delay in procuring it. Expedition—the utmost expedition, and continued perseverance for half an hour, or more, or until the medical assistance is procured. It must be very obvious to even the commonest understanding, that the virus (i. e.) the poison or infectious matter, which is lodged in the frothy saliva, soluble in water, may be washed out in this way, nor can it impede the use of any other means which the surgeon, when he arrives, may think right to employ.
PUBLIC SALE. At half past 4 o'clock. THIS AFTERNOON, Will be sold on Vernon's wharf The Sloop LITTLE POLL, Burthen 425 barrels. Paid in hand—Balance on a credit of 60 and 90 days. Philip G. Mansfield. August 26.
PUBLIC SALE. At four o'clock on THURSDAY next will be sold on Lauratson's wharf The brig ACTIVE, As she came in from sea, burthen 131 Tons—Terms will be made known at the place of sale. P. G. Mansfield. Aug. 26.
For BOSTON, The Schooner THOMAS JEFFERSON, Eliphalet Loring, Master; For freight (in 300 barrels) or passage, apply to the Master on board, or to Faxon, Metcalf & Co. Who have received by said Schooner, 308 cask Vine Stone Lime, 45 tons Plaster Paris—and 10 quintals Red Fish—which will be disposed of on liberal terms, if applied for immediately. They have also received, A small assortment of Shoes, Which will be opened immediately. August 26.
FINE SALT. 2000 bushels fine Salt, on board the sloop Hope, at E. Janney's wharf, for sale, by Hewes & Miller. August 26.
W. D. SIMMS has commenced the Practice of LAW, and means to attend the Courts of Alexandria and Washington counties in the district of Columbia—the Winchester District Court in Virginia, and Prince George's and Charles County Courts, in Maryland. August 26.
TUNIS CRAVEN HAS JUST RECEIVED, 8 puncheons Jamaica Rum, of a superior quality, 15 puncheons, } New England Rum. 30 barrels Which he will sell low, for cash or approved negotiable notes. August 26.
FOR SALE, A few puncheons 4th proof Jamaica Rum. James Sanderson, August 26. Leonard-Town Races.
THE Leona-Town Jockey Club Races, are the 15th and 16th of October next. The first day's is for FORTY GUINEAS, and the second for TWENTY GUINEAS, agreeable to the rules of said club. By order, E. J. MILLARD. See'y. August 26.
Spring-Garden Theatre.
The public are respectfully informed that a detachment of the Philadelphia company purpose opening the Spring-Garden Theatre for 12 nights.
THIS EVENING, August 26, WILL BE PRESENTED A Celebrated Drama (interpolated with Music) CALLED ADELMORN The Outlaw.
(Written by M. G. Lewis, Esq. author of the Monk, Cayle Speare, &c. &c.)
 Sigismund, Duke of Saxony, Mr. M'Kenzie  Ulric, Count of Bergen, Mr. Wood  Adeborn, Baron of Bergen, Mr. Cain  Father Cyprian, Mr. Seymour  Hugo, Mr. Blissett  Lodowick, Mr. Jefferson  Herman, (a Page) Miss Hunt  Brenno, Mr. Taylor  Maupice, Mr. Francis  Ludolf, Master Harris  Chait of Count Roderick Mr. Robins 
 Isogenes, Princess of Saxon, Mrs. Wood  Orilla, Mrs. Jefferson  Louise, Miss Scrivener 
END OF THE PLAY A DANCE, By Master Harris, Miss Hunt, & Miss Scrivener. After which will be added, the Farce OF Three Weeks After Marriage OR, What we must all Come To.
 S. Charles Rackett, Mr. Wood  Druggist, Jefferson  Woodley, Seymour  Servant, Master Harris  Lady Rackett, Mrs. Wood  Mrs. Druggist, Mrs. Jefferson  Mrs. Nance, Miss Hunt  Dumity, Mrs. Francis 
The Doors to be opened at 6, and the performance to begin precisely at 7. Admittance One Dollar. Tickets to be had at Mr. GADBY's bar, and at the THEATRE. Should the weather prove unfavorable, the entertainments will be postponed until the first fair evening. August 26.
SHIP TAVERN, PRINCE STREET.
THE subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public generally, that he has taken the above well-known House, and is laying in an assortment of the best Liquors and other necessaries for the accommodation of those gentlemen who may favor him with their custom. Private parties supplied with dinners, suppers, refreshes, &c. and a few gentlemen can be well accommodated with board. WILLIAM JOY.
JAMES DAVIDSON returns his grateful thanks to the public for the favors he received during the time he conducted the above Tavern; and, as he still resides in a part of the house, he will afford every assistance for the accommodation of those who favor Mr. Joy with their custom. August 26.
RUNAWAY NEGRO.
Ran away from the subscriber, in March last, a NEGRO MAN, named DICK,
ABOUT 6 feet high, 40 years of age, slender make, his right hand twisted, occasioned by a hurt, one of his ankles swelled, which causes him to limp when walking; was formerly the property of Mrs. Burch, on the Capitol Hill, City of Washington. To any person who will take up said Negro and secure him in jail, I will give Ten Dollars; if taken up 20 miles from home and brought to me, Ten Dollars and all reasonable charges, and in proportion it more than 20 miles—and if out of the state Thirty Dollars and all reasonable charges. John Benfon. Montgomery County, near the Mouth of Monocacy, Aug. 14.
This is to give Notice,
THAT the subscriber, of Alexandria county, in the district of Columbia, has obtained letters of administration on the personal estate of Robert Brown, late of the county aforesaid, deceased; all persons having claims against the said deceased, are hereby warned to exhibit them with the vouchers thereof, to the subscriber, on or before the 3d day of November next, or they may by law be excluded from all benefit to said estate. Given under my hand, this 3d day of August, 1805. DIXON BRITTINGHAM, Adm'r. August 3.
N. B. All persons indebted to the above estate, are requested to make immediate payment to the administrator.

LOST. YESTERDAY EVENING, between Ro- bert Young's Store, and Ramsay's Wharf, A Black Leather POCKET-BOOK, containing sundry papers belonging to the Schooner GENERAL PINCKNEY, which can be of no use to any person but the owner, and one Ten Dollar Note of the Bank of Potomac. Any person who has found the above-mentioned articles, and will leave them with the Printer of this Paper, or Colonel Ramsay, shall receive the Ten Dollars with the thanks of the owner, and no questions asked. N. B. There was a Bunch of KEYS lost at the same time. August 23. dgt
PUBLIC SALE. Pursuant to a decree of the Circuit Court of the district of Columbia for the county of Alexan- dria, will be sold at Public Auction, for ready money, on the 20th day of September next, on the premises.—  A HOUSE & LOT, with the  Appurtenances, in the town  of Alexandria. Late the property and place of residence of JO- SEPH REY, deceased. The property will be sold free from any in- cumbrance, and the title will be conveyed by the Marshal to the purchaser under the direction of the Court. Daniel C. Brent, Marshal District of Columbia. Marshall's Office, Alexandria, 12th August, 1805. zawtf
FOR SALE, IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Neabico Furnace, and its Ap- pendages, with 4 or 5000 acres of Land adjoining, NEAR the town of Dumfries, and within four miles of the Potomac. The soil is generally adapted to the produce of small grain — and, if a considerable for one purchaser, will be laid off in lots suitable for small farms. A description of the land is thought unnecessary, as those wishing to purchase will, no doubt, first view it. The payments required will be one- third cash, and the balance in two annual instal- ments, to be secured by a mortgage on the land, and no deed will be made until the last payment is complied with. Any person wishing to pur- chase, may know the terms by applying to Mr. Thomas F. Page, living near the premises; who is fully authorised by me, to tell the whole or any part. John Tayloe. Mount Airy, August 12. dzm
LAND for SALE. I have about 1000 acres of Land, equal to any in the state of Kentucky, lying near Lexington, which I will sell a great bargain; the title indisputable, and an old military one. The terms of the sale will be made low, and a very lengthy credit given on a considera- ble part of the purchase money. Those gentle- men who intend to settle in the state, and who wish to purchase, may find it their interest to call upon me. I have the certificate of the Hon. John Brackenridge, Esq. and others, in proof the title, situation, quality, quantity and value of this property. John Luke. August 5. dzm
Forty Dollars Reward, For apprehending and securing in any gaol the United States, so that I get him again,  Negro ABNER; HE is a stout, strong, and active fellow understands plantation business well and a good skemaker; he is about 32 years old about 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high; he has some old scars from a whip which he received seven or eight years ago for running away; he has been my property ever since and I do not recollect that he has ever been corrected since, although often deserved it; he has a mother in Fauquier county, Virginia, the property of Mr. John Brumbaugh, and I have been informed he was seen on the road enquiring for said place, with a pass setting forth that he was a free man, a my name affixed to some of them, all of which are forgeries; and I will give a farther reward of Forty Dollars to any person that will inform me of the person or persons guilty of the forge- ry, provided they are convicted of the same. The above slave went off 28th July, 1805. THOMAS WEST, One mile from Alexandria August 14. d
An Overseer wanted. I WILL give liberal wages to a young man acquainted with FARMING, who can (from respectable sources) bring vouchers for charac- ter. Application may be made me at the place or any farm two miles from Centreville, if done in the course of a few weeks. THOMAS BLACKBURN, jun. Rippon Lodge, August 7. zawtf
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
Mills and Land for Sale. Will be offered for SALE, on the premises, on the 2d day of September next, to the highest bidder; A MERCHANT and SAW-MILL, with 300 acres good farming LAND, on Goose- Creek, about 6 miles from Leesburg and thirty- five miles from Alexandria. One fourth of the purchase money in hand. Terms for the balance will be made known on the day of sale. JONAS POTTS. Waterford, Loudoun County, August 6, 1805. law317
TO THE PUBLIC.  THE OYSTER SEASON IS now approaching, when every Dollar I can get will be in motion. Permit me to address you in a plain way, with a few plain facts. CASH, you must be convinced, is the main spring, source and life, with all men of business —it gives them energy, strength and spirits to combat every difficulty; and makes them respect- ed by those with whom they have any dealings: the baker, butcher, liquor merchants, grocer, hay, corn, oats—and, in short, every article in the Tavern Line, are CASH. And above all, the worn out Oyster man, who toils many a cold and boisterous day, to obtain his living—to grati- fy your luxurious appetites, and bring NOU- RISHMENT to the afflicted—HE MUST HAVE CASH. But how can he have it, when what is owing to me is usually withheld? Numbers there are who, having no property, feast and regale themselves at the expence of the Tavern- Keeper, by taking advantage of that humane law passed three sessions ago which declares their person sacred for all sums under 20 dollars, and their property only liable: but such men will sooner or later meet with their due reward.— NOW TO THE POINT: my books to this day are closed and proved; and every account will be made out by FRIDAY next. I shall think myself obliged, and very much obliged indeed, to those indebted to me, to settle their respective balances; a person authorised by me will call on them after that day, when such ac- counts as are not settled by Monday, September 2d, will be put into the hands of officers for collection, without respect to PERSONS— as real necessity compels me to take such strenu- ous measures, viz. my own credit and reputation. Those, therefore, whom the law entitles me to receive from, I will make pay. And I trust those whom the law secures, will also pay, rather than have their names exposed before a court of justice. Money I want, and money I must have. Do unto me, as you would wish to be done un- to: Then I shall say, with exultation, praise, and joy: well done thou worthy and honorable man. In such pleasing expectations, I beg leave to subscribe myself, with every sense of gratitude, their much obliged GEORGE PITTS. NO TRUSTING from this date. All persons to whom I stand indebted are requested to bring in their accounts. George Town, August 19th, 1805. co6t
TO BE LET, The HOUSE on Fairfax-street now occupied by Mr. James H. Hooe. Possession will be given on the first of July. Apply to Mr. JOHN TUCKER, of Alexandria. The va- cant LOTS on King, Columbus, and Washing- ton Streets; the LOTS on the Mall, lately ad- vertised for sale; or any other Lots belonging to the subscriber, for sale by him, on reasonable terms. STEPHEN COOKE. Leesburg, May 22. law
This is to give Notice, That the subscriber, of Alexandria county, in the district of Columbia, hath ob- tained from the Orphans' Court of said county, letters of administration on the personal estate of George Hoke, late of the county aforesaid, de- ceased—ALL PERSONS having claims against the said deceased, are hereby warned to exhibit them with the vouchers thereof, to the subscriber, on or before the 19th day of February next, o- therwise they may by law be excluded from all benefit to said estate. Given under my hand, this 19th day of August, 1805. Ann Hoke, Administratrix, By James Anderson, her Attorney. N. B. All persons indebted to the above es- tate, are requested to make immediate payment as above. zaw2m
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
NOTICE. THE administration of the estate of JAMES WILSON, deceased, having been com- mitted to the Subscribers by the Orphans' Court of the county of Alexandria, they hereby require all those indebted to the said estate to make im- mediate payment of their respective debts; and those who have claims against the estate, to exhi- bit them as early as possible, properly authenti- cated. Eliza Wilson, R. I. Taylor. August 12. zlawtf
Alexander Gordon, Formerly Tavern-keeper at Woodbridge; TAKES the liberty of informing the Public, that he has opened a HOUSE of EN- TERTAINMENT at the Occoquan Mills— where he solicits the patronage of his friends, and hopes for the encouragement of the public. He begs leave to inform those who may please to favor him with their custom, that his house is commodious, his stables good, and shall be well kept; that he is furnished with a good assort- ment of liquors, and that in the different duties of an inn-keeper, his exertions to please shall be unremitted. He hopes that his house will be a com-found ventient stand for travellers, being a moderate stage from Alexandria or Dumfries; and from the great labor and expense that has been bestow- ed by Mr. Ellicott, in making a new road lead- ing by this place of unequalled firmness and ex- cellence, he has no doubt but that the route by Occoquan, needs only to be known to entitle it to a decided preference to that by Colchester, and more particularly it will accommodate those travelling from Fauquier, Culpepper, and Orange to Alexandria and the Federal City. A view of the different works at Occoquan, will always be amusing to the stranger who has an hour to spare. August 13. zlaw3w
TO THE PUBLIC.  THE OYSTER SEASON IS now approaching, when every Dollar I can get will be in motion. Permit me to address you in a plain way, with a few plain facts. CASH, you must be convinced, is the main spring, source and life, with all men of business —it gives them energy, strength and spirits to combat every difficulty; and makes them respect- ed by those with whom they have any dealings: the baker, butcher, liquor merchants, grocer, hay, corn, oats—and, in short, every article in the Tavern Line, are CASH. And above all, the worn out Oyster man, who toils many a cold and boisterous day, to obtain his living—to grati- fy your luxurious appetites, and bring NOU- RISHMENT to the afflicted—HE MUST HAVE CASH. But how can he have it, when what is owing to me is usually withheld? Numbers there are who, having no property, feast and regale themselves at the expence of the Tavern- Keeper, by taking advantage of that humane law passed three sessions ago which declares their person sacred for all sums under 20 dollars, and their property only liable: but such men will sooner or later meet with their due reward.— NOW TO THE POINT: my books to this day are closed and proved; and every account will be made out by FRIDAY next. I shall think myself obliged, and very much obliged indeed, to those indebted to me, to settle their respective balances; a person authorised by me will call on them after that day, when such ac- counts as are not settled by Monday, September 2d, will be put into the hands of officers for collection, without respect to PERSONS— as real necessity compels me to take such strenu- ous measures, viz. my own credit and reputation. Those, therefore, whom the law entitles me to receive from, I will make pay. And I trust those whom the law secures, will also pay, rather than have their names exposed before a court of justice. Money I want, and money I must have. Do unto me, as you would wish to be done un- to: Then I shall say, with exultation, praise, and joy: well done thou worthy and honorable man. In such pleasing expectations, I beg leave to subscribe myself, with every sense of gratitude, their much obliged GEORGE PITTS. NO TRUSTING from this date. All persons to whom I stand indebted are requested to bring in their accounts. George Town, August 19th, 1805. co6t
Musical Instrument & Cabinet  MANUFACTORY, In Prince, near Water street, ALEXANDRIA, By JOHN SELLERS; WHO begs leave to inform the Ladies and gentlemen of Alexandria and the adja- cent towns and country, that he builds and re- pairs church, chamber, and barrel Organs; also makes and repairs Harpsichords, Piano Fortes, organized and plain, and has on hand, for sale Violins, Flutes, Flutes, Reeds, Strings, &c. an assortment of Music, consisting of Songs, Sonatas, Duets, instructions for the different instruments. He also offers his services for tuning the above instruments on reasonable terms. Any orders left at the above place will be thankfully received and punctually attended to. A steady Cabinet Maker, be- ing a good workman, will meet with encourage- ment by applying at the above place. May 6. d3t. law
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
THE SUBSCRIBERS, HAVE RECEIVED, A considerable addition to their stock, forming an extensive assortment of the best ar- ticles in their line —THEY HAVE FOR SALE— Madeira, Sherry, Lisbon, Teneriffe, Malaga and Port, } Wines of the first quali- ty and in fine order. St. Eustache Medoc Claret, in cases of one and two dozen, Cognac Brandy, old Peach do. Ja- maica and Antigua Rum, very old Jamaica Spi- rit, for family use, Continental Rum, 70 barrels Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey, old Irish Whiskey, Molasses. Gunpowder Imperial Hyson Young Hyson Hyson Skin Souchong } TEAS, carefully chosen of the fresh- est and best qualities for family use. Philadelphia and Alexandria loaf and lump Su- gars, Mulcavado Sugars, Coffee, Tennessee and Upland Georgia Cotton, Rice, Mace, Nutmegs, Cloves, Cinnamon, Pepper, Pimento, race and ground Ginger, Mustard, pearl Barley, Starch, Fig Bloo- m, Raisins & Orleans Indigo, Madder, Copperas, Bees Wax, Hunter's pipes in boxes, Snuff in blad- ders and bottles, wrapping Paper, Havana Se- gars, British Gunpowder, Patent Shot, Bar Lead, refined Salt-petre, Brimstone, Allum, Chalk, Soap, Mould and Dipe Candles, Demijohns, &c. Mandeville & Jameson. August 10. d
FOR NEW-YORK, The Schooner Venus, Captain KING; Will sail in 4 days. For freight or passage, apply to the Master on board, or to John Tucker. August 24. 3
Manufactured Tobacco. Just received by FAXON, METCALF, & Co. from RICHMOND, 30 Kegs Manufactured Tobacco, small twigs and warranted of Prime Quality. Any sold that does not answer the expectation of purchasers, they shall have the liberty to re- turn. They have also on hand, 20 bbls. No. 1 & 2 Boston Beef, 30 do. Prime Pork, 50 boxes Mould Candles, 30 do. Brown Soap, 10 bbls. New England Rum, 40 bbls. do. 4 pipes Holland Gin, 4 do. French Brandy, 6 bbls. Molasses, 100 reams Wrapping Paper, and 100 — Sugar. ALSO A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF  SHOES, All of which will be disposed of on reasonable terms for Cash, or approved notes. August 21. co2w
Water-Street ACADEMY. THE subscriber returns his most sincere thanks to the patrons of his school, for the very liberal and friendly encouragement he has met with since he came to Alexandria: and most re- spectfully informs them, and the citizen in ge- neral, that, as he has retained the house in which he now resides, they may consider his Academy as a permanent school establishment; so that those who prefer him as a teacher may, very probably, have it in their power to send their children to him until they have finished their e- ducation: that is, if such parents or guardians conceive, that having obtained a knowledge of the following branches of literature (which are taught in the most careful manner by the sub- scriber) is a sufficient education for their chil- dren, viz. the English language, critically gram- matical, agreeably to the celebrated Walker's standard of pronunciation, Writing, and Anth- metic in all its branches, Mensuration of Su- perficies and Solids, according to Hutton and Bonnycastle, Geazing Vessels of the following figures, in the most exact manner, by cubical & arithmetic, namely, Hexagonal, Cubic, Spherical, &c. and Casks of all kinds and sizes. As the great and many advantages which re- sult from having children begin and finish their education with one teacher, are so evident that every well informed person must, upon the least reflection discover them, the subscriber conceives it unnecessary to say any thing in vindication of the subject; but refers it to the good sense and judgment of his friends and fellow citizens to de- termine, whether it is not better to fix their children in one school, and continue them there, (provided that school is well regulated) than to change their teachers frequently, as some do, in the course of their education; which practice is most undoubtedly fraught with many evils to such children. As the subscriber can teach but a very small part of the children in Alexandria, the above remarks cannot justly be construed to be the effects of aversion: But he would just ob- serve, both for his own sake, and the sake of his fellow-labourers in the didactic profession, that no teacher, be he ever so competent to his task, will receive much credit from the enlightened part of the community, even by his utmost exertions to instruct such children as are moved about from school to school, either to satisfy their caprice, or upon any occasion whatever, that is not of very considerable importance. Those who are desirous of having their chil- dren taught by a person scrupulously strict in the discharge of his duty, as it respects the manners, morals and progress of his pupils in their learn- ing, are invited to visit the subscriber's Acad- emy, and judge for themselves of his manner of conducting a school and method of teaching. As an Assistant is now engaged for a considerable time, between twenty and thirty scholars can be taken, in addition to the number now in the school.
An Evening School Will be opened by the Subscriber, on MON- DAY the 2d of September next, at the low rate of Three Dollars per Scholar per quarter, ink, quills, and wood included; and will teach till the first of March, provided encouragement of- fers. Jonathan Foster. August 19. co2t
For Sale—or to Let, THE DWELLING HOUSE which I now occupy, on Royal-street. As I am going to remove, possession may be had the first day of August. JOSEPH SMITH. July 22. law
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