The Patowmac guardian, and Berkeley advertiser (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]), 1792-08-27 00:00:00

The POTOMAC GUARDIAN, and BERKELEY ADVERTISER.
PRICE TWO DOLLARS PER ANN.]
MONDAY, AUGUST 27, 1792.
[NUMBER 93—VOL 2.]
WHERE LIBERTY DWELLS, THERE IS MY COUNTRY.
Franklin.
CONSTITUTION, OR FORM OF GOVERNMENT, FOR THE STATE OF KENTUCKY. (Concluded from our last.)
SCHEDULE.
That no inconvenience may arise from the establishing the government of this state, and in order to carry the same into complete operation, it is hereby declared and ordained.
Sec. 1. THAT all rights, actions, prosecutions, claims and contracts, as well of individuals as of bodies corporate, shall continue as if the said government had not been established.
Sec. 2. That all officers civil and military now in commission under the state of Virginia, shall continue to hold and exercise their offices until the 10th day of August next and no longer.
Sec. 3. That until the first enumeration shall be made as directed by the sixth section of the first article of this constitution, the county of Jefferson, shall be entitled to elect three Representatives; the county of Lincoln four Representatives; the county of Fayette nine Representatives; the county of Nelson six Representatives; the county of Mercer four Representatives; the county of Madison three Representatives; the county of Bourbon five Representatives; the county of Woodford four Representatives; and the county of Mason two Representatives.
Sec. 4. The General Assembly shall meet at Lexington on the 4th day of June next.
Sec. 5. All returns herein directed to be made to the Secretary, shall, previous to his appointment, be made to the clerk of the supreme court for the district of Kentucky.
Sec. 6. Until a Seal shall be procured for the state the governor shall be at liberty to use his private seal.
Sec. 7. The oaths of office herein directed to be taken, may be administered by any Justice of the Peace, until the legislature shall otherwise direct.
Sec. 8. All bonds given by any officer within the district of Kentucky, payable to the Governor of Virginia, may be prosecuted in the name of the Governor of Kentucky.
Sec. 9. All offences against the laws of Virginia, which have been committed within the present district of Kentucky, or which may be committed within the same before the first day of June next, shall be cognizable in the courts of this state in the same manner that they would be, if they were committed within this state, after the said first day of June.
Sec. 10. At the elections herein directed to be held in May next, the sheriff of each county, or in case of his absence, one of his deputies shall preside, and if they neglect or refuse to act, the said elections shall be held by any one of the justices of the peace for the county where such refusal or neglect shall happen: each officer holding such election having first taken an oath before a justice of the peace to conduct the said election with impartiality, shall have power to administer to any person offering to vote at such election, the following oath or affirmation "I do swear (or affirm) that I am qualified to vote for Representatives in the county of agreeably to the constitution formed for the state of Kentucky," and such officer shall have a right to refuse to receive the vote of any person who shall refuse to take the said oath or make affirmation when tendered to him. And the said elections all be held at the several places appointed for holding courts in the different counties.
Sec. 11. The government of the commonwealth of Kentucky, shall commence on the first day of June next.
Done in convention, at Danville, the nineteenth day of April, one thousand seven hundred and ninety two, and of the independence of the United States of America the sixteenth.
BY ORDER OF THE CONVENTION.
SAMUEL M'DOWELL, P. C.
Attest. THOMAS TODD, C. C.
"Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself."
But my neighbour endeavours to injure me; therefore, &c.
WANTED immediately, the advice of a Roman Priest, how to love as myself, the man who backbites and mal-treats me; who throws open my fences, and without my leave, pastures my fields:—For the offender and offence are so closely connected, that for my part I know not how to separate them, so as to love the one, and detest the other; and to love them in conjunction, if not inconsistent with reason, is, however, contrary to nature. Information made at the Gap, near the upper corner, will be thankfully received, and the
Reverend Informer generously rewarded, by honest ("O! pray now don't!" "Well, Sir, do so no more, and I won't.")
T—— M'TAGUE.
August 8th, 1792.
THE ADDRESS of JOHN HOPWOOD, to the Citizens and Inhabitants of the Lands on or near the Waters of the Potomac and Monongahela Rivers.
GENTLEMEN and LADIES,
FROM a pleasing prospect of the mutual interest, and local advantage of the Inhabitants of the Lands on or near the Waters of the Potomac and Monongahela, with respect to each other, especially that of the former, from the opening and extending its navigation, since it is now destined for the Seat of government, and of course will be the fountain of political blood and centre of trade and commerce; from hence the generous heart, and the greatful mind, will, it is presumed, think with me, of taking steps as early as possible to cultivate those peculiar advantages, and as much as may be, lay them in a reciprocity of interest, which is presumed to be the most lasting foundation of unanimity, love, and friendship. A fruitful soil, a healthy and pleasant situation, a country inhabited by industrious farmers, at such a distance from sea-ports, that the profits on the surplus of its produce, would be consumed by the carriage, in the eye of reason and good policy, is the most suitable Seat for Manufactories and Seminaries of Learning—when it dictates to us that the monies paid, and encouragement given to such, will terminate in the happiness and riches of both, as it will nourish the parts and return again to its proper fountain—thus the Seat proposed for the establishment of a School in the Town of Woodstock, and County of Fayette, is such as is above described, and now offered for public patronage, and the encouragement of Gentlemen and Ladies who are disposed to contribute towards so desirable and useful an institution, by way of subscription; whose generosity will be gratefully acknowledged, and their names had in remembrance and convey'd as such to the latest posterity, as the promoters and patrons of the Union Academy in the Town of Woodstock and County of Fayette, and not called on by their very humble Servant, or the Trustees, to pay the same, till he himself has paid, or caused to be paid into the hands of Trustees, to receive and certify the public thereof, the sum of £250 Pennsylvania Currency; which School is to be established on the laudable principles of free access to all, and that no difference is to be made or preference had therein as such, by reason of any difference in religious sentiments.
JOHN HOPWOOD.
August 2, 1792.
To be sold by PUBLIC AUCTION. On the 14th day of September next, By the Subscriber, living in Martinsburg, One lot in said town, near the Bridge.
THERE are on said premises the following buildings, viz. One frame house, weather-boarded, a large stone brew, malt, and distillery house. Also one lot near Robert McKnight's Tavern, there is on said lot a good stone house, stable, &c.—The buildings at present used as a coppermith-shop, has formerly been used by me as a brewery and distillery, and may be converted to the same by a little trouble. The aforesaid lots are corner lots, and are therefore advantageously situated for business. On the same day will also be disposed of, one brew kettle and vessels thereto appertaining—Three cows, waggon, cart, and dray, besides all kind of household furniture and utensils, too tedious to enumerate. The conditions to be made known on the day of sale.—Due attention will be given by the public's humble servant.
JACOB COONS.
August 16th, 1792.
N. B. The sale to be continued if not sold on the same day.
All persons indebted to me are desired to make payment, by the 1st day of October next. And all those to whom I am indebted, are requested to bring in their accounts for settlement on that day.
J. C.
WANTED IMMEDIATELY, A Man who can come well recom-
mended for his honesty, sobriety, and industry, and being well acquainted in the art of distilling Spirits from Rye or Wheat. Such a person will meet with generous wages and good treatment at ANDERSON and WAGGONER'S Distillery.
Mill Creek, Berkeley County, August 17th, 1792.
NOTICE is hereby given, that a Petition will be presented to the General Assembly of Virginia, at their next Session, praying the establishment of a Ferry across Potomac River, from the lands in Berkeley County, late the property of Samuel Taylor, deceased, to the lands of Richard Henderson & Co. in Washington County, Maryland.
August 19th, 1792.
NOTICE is hereby given, that a Petition will be preferred to the next General Assembly, by the Inhabitants of Martinsburg, praying that the Deeds from the late General Stephens to the purchasers of Lots in the said Town, may not be confirmed, and that the Trustees of the said Town may be directed to convey all Lots sold by the said late General Stephens, without a reservation of quit rents to the purchasers, and that no quit rents shall be reserved in any future sale of Lots.
August 15th, 1792.
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WANTED IMMEDIATELY, A JOURNEYMAN TAYLOR, Who may expect constant employ until next spring.
A L S O,
A small Boy, as an APPRENTICE. Application to be made to ISAAC WHILKER, in Martinsburg, who has a very good light Cart for sale, on reasonable terms, for cash, wheat, or a good Cow.
THIS is to certify, that agreeable to my advertisement, the MANAGERS met at Mr. Joseph Simmes' Tavern in George-Town, and proceeded to Drawing the WOODSTOCK TOWN LOTTERY, and have given me a certified Copy of the Number which was drawn to the Names of each Adventurer respectively, who may have Certificates on paying the Purchase Money, and Deeds executed agreeable to the terms of the Charter, by their very humble servant,
JOHN HOPWOOD.
August 2, 1792.
P. S. The Advertisement notifying the time of drawing the lottery, was intended to be published in this paper, and was forwarded from George-Town for that purpose, but by some means miscarried.
WHEREAS a certain John Carmack, formerly of Maryland, but now of Holstein, in Virginia, did heretofore sell 250 acres of land to a certain Charles Dorsey, of the State of Maryland, and on the 24th day of October, 1772, executed his Bond to the said Charles Dorsey, conditioned for the conveyance of the said 250 acres of land in fee simple—And whereas the said Charles Dorsey, having paid the whole purchase money, hath lately become insolvent—Notice is therefore given, that the Subscriber, on behalf of the creditors of the said Charles Dorsey, will file a bill in the High Court of Chancery of the State of Maryland, on the 8th day of October next, to obtain an immediate decree for the specific conveyance of the said land, mentioned in the condition of the said Bond above referred to, according to the true intent and meaning thereof.
THOMAS GASSAWAY, Trustee of Charles Dorsey.
Maryland, July 26, 1792.
The several Printers in this State are requested to insert the above Advertisement in their several Papers, until the 8th day of October next, and the expense will be paid upon application at this Office.
Printing-Office, Alexandria, Aug. 2, 1792.
TO BE SOLD, A VALUABLE PLANTATION,
Adjoining Stroud's, Stephen's, and Burns's land, lying within six miles of Martinsburg, containing 410 acres, 100 of which is now under tillage, a good meadow, two streams of water running through it, one of which suitable for a saw-mill; it has also a number of excellent springs; the land is under tolerable good fence, has a good apple and peach orchard, square log house, barn, and other convenient out houses.
For terms, apply to the owner, living on the premises.
SAMUEL WATSON.
July 30, 1792.

Foreign Advices, Received by late arrivals at New-York.
P A R I S, June 8.
IT was yesterday reported that the Austrians, under the command of Charles Prince de Ligne, had beat our troops within two miles of Conde. The particulars are not known—nor is the report to be depended upon. La Fayette's army improves in discipline; and he is calumniated and insulted by the Jacobins in proportion as he displays activity among his troops. It is even reported that a plot has been formed to assassinate him.
The capital is in a state of quiet, but the continuance, from the general face of affairs is very uncertain. The imprisonment of the King and Queen still continues, and a compelled separation between them is more than ever talked of.
L O N D O N, June 8.
Mr. Hastings has presented a petition to the King, praying that his trial may proceed for 6 days in succession, in which he thinks he shall be able to close his defence.
The Austrian and Prussian troops, according to good information, will not be able to commence their offensive operations, according to the plan concerted, before the middle of July. This delay is occasioned by the precautions judged necessary with regard to the regiments who have been any length of time cantoned in the Low-Countries, and who are to be removed into the interior parts of the Austrian dominions, and replaced by Hungarians and Croats.
The Empress of Russia has contributed largely to the expenses of the war; the Court of Vienna has no complaint to make upon this head. It is probable, however, that Catherine the second has turned her eyes to Poland, and that looking to another partition, she may not behold without pleasure the armies of Austria and Prussia exhausted and thinned by a war, in which her finances can alone be effected, and from the success of which she will immediately derive as much profit, security, and glory, as the most active of the allies.
The Empress of Russia denounces war against Poland; which, however, may defy her threats, if she continues, as at present, to unite a disposition to harmony with the spirit of freedom.
June 9. The city of Exeter has addressed the King, thanking him for the Proclamation.
The intended camp at Bagshot is given up. What might have been the necessity for forming it, there is now no occasion for any such measure; the nation at large is unanimous, and sufficient to prevent any tumult.
A great personage in France lately said, let them do what they please, they can never detach my heart from the House of Austria.
A great Lady of that House also recently said to a person high in office, "In ten days time, you and your clan will all be hung up." This speech has been repeated by a young Lady at Court, intimate with relatives of the same family, to a person from whom she concealed nothing.
The body of a noble Lord (Rodney) lately deceased, is said to be in custody of the sheriff.
Five more of the conspirators against the late King of Sweden have received judgment, viz. Horn and Ribbing are to have their right hands cut off and be beheaded. Hartmansdorf, Liljehorn, and Von Egerstrom to be beheaded. Major General Pecklin, who is generally imagined to have been the soul of the plot, has taken his measures with so much caution that the counsel of the prosecution has not hitherto been able to adduce legal evidence against him sufficient to convict him. He is seventy-five years old, during the greatest part of which time he has been concerned in every scheme of revolution of which the Swedish history produces so many instances.
United States.
MASSACHUSETTS.
B O S T O N, August 8.
The accounts from the West-Indies begin to wear a more favourable aspect. We hope soon to be able to announce the entire restoration of peace, business, trade and prosperity, in those long distressed Islands.
R H O D E I S L A N D.
P R O V I D E N C E, August 4.
Capt. Corey, of the Sloop Nancy, arrived here on Thursday last, in 12 Days from Leoganne. He informs, that on the 1st of July two 74 Gun Ships and a Frigate arrived at Cape Francois from France, with 2000 Troops; that these Ships brought the Decree of the National Assembly in favour of the People of Colour and free Blacks, as mentioned in the Gazette of last Week; that the Decree had been published, and unanimously accepted at the Cape, after which the Ships with the Governor General of the Cape, and Mr. Rousses, a Commissioner from France, accompanied by 1500 Troops, proceeded to St. Mark, at which Place the Decree was likewise
accepted unanimously; and that from thence they proceeded to Port-au-Prince, where the Decree was also submitted to.—Capt. Corey, on his Passage, fell in with a Ship returning from Cuba to Port-au-Prince, where the Decree was also submitted to.—Capt. Corey, on his Passage, fell in with a Ship returning from Cuba to Port-au-Prince, with a large Number of Emigrants that had fled from Hispaniola. The Negroes that had been in Arms were returning to the Plantations, and there was some Prospect of Tranquillity being restored.
C O N N E C T I C U T.
N E W L O N D O N, August 9.
A gentleman belonging to this city, now at Aux-Caves, in a letter, dated July 1st, thus writes:— "The white people and mulattoes have made peace in this quarter; and the planters are going on to their plantations, and will soon make molasses—there being but few Americans here, the prices must fall."
S O U T H - C A R O L I N A.
C H A R L E S T O N, July 25.
Capt. Wilder, of the ship Caroline, who arrived here on Monday evening, in 39 days from Amsterdam, relates, that the French have assembled three very numerous bodies of troops, the northern division of which, under the command of M. Rochambeau, had advanced a considerable distance into Brabant, and had had several partial engagements with the Imperial troops, in one of which the son of M. Rochambeau was killed; the centre division, commanded by M. la Fayette, lay at Metz, in the province of Lorraine; the southern division, under the command of General Luckner, was also stationed near the frontiers, ready to enter the German territories.
On the 1st of July in lat. 23, 30. lon. 44. spoke the ship Birmingham (formerly the Philadelphia) from Cadiz bound to New-York, the master of which informed captain Wilder, that the day before he sailed, which was about the 14th of June, the post brought an account of a very severe battle having been fought in Flanders, between the centre division of the French army, under M. la Fayette, and the troops commanded by the emigrant princes and their allies. The French obtained a complete victory, and 15 000 men were left dead on the field. In consequence of this important success, a number of the Imperial towns have fallen into the possession of the French.
P E N N S Y L V A N I A.
P I T T S B U R G, August 11.
By a letter from Major McCully, on Tuesday night last, from a station on the Alleghany-river, we are informed, that Captain Guthrie had received information of the approach of two parties of Indians, towards the frontiers of Westmoreland county—The Major says, he shall the next morning proceed and join Captain Guthrie, in order to fall in with them if possible.—When this paper was put to press, no further account had been received.
Saturday last arrived here from New-Jersey, a detachment of troops under the command of Ensign Hunter, and on Tuesday last sailed for Fort-Washington.
Saturday last, the 4th inst. Henry Hamilton, a soldier belonging to the detachment under the command of Major Ashton, was taken to the gallows, to be executed for mutiny, in attempting to take the life of Ensign Devin, by sticking him in the breast with a bayonet, on the march to this place.
The whole of the troops, consisting of Major Ashton's detachment of infantry, artillery and riflemen, and Captain Stake's troop of horse, were paraded, when the Major read his death warrant, and the awful ceremony was about to be performed—the unfortunate man appeared fully convinced of the justness of his sentence, and exhorted his brother-soldiers to beware of falling into the like error—his behaviour was manly, firm, and penitent.—After he had been tied up to the gallows, every moment expecting to be launched into eternity, a reprieve from the Commander in Chief was brought forward—pleasure was pictured in the countenance of every one, but in none more so than that of Mr. Devin, who had, in a very particular manner, exerted himself to obtain it; but had reason to fear his exertions were in vain.
Head Quarters, Pittsburgh, August 9, 1792.
GENERAL ORDERS.
Defection having become so very prevalent among the troops at this place, particularly upon the least appearance, or rather apprehension, of danger, that some men (for they are unworthy the name of soldiers) have been so lost to every sense of honour and duty, as to desert their post as sentries; by which treacherous, base, and cowardly conduct, the lives and safety of their brave companions, and worthy citizens, were committed to savage fury.
The commander in Chief is therefore determined to put a stop to such a baneful practice, by the most exemplary punishment:—as well as by liberal rewards; and hereby promises to every citizen, or soldier, the sum of ten dollars, for each and every deserter, that may be apprehended, and brought to this place, together with reasonable costs: The Commander in Chief also promises a reward, of ten dollars, to any soldier, who will discover an intention of desertion, in any other soldier or soldiers—to the end that such soldier, or soldiers, may be secured, and
punished agreeably to the Rules and Articles of War.
HENRY DE BUTTS, Aid de-Camp.
P H I L A D E L P H I A, August 20. Extract of a letter from Havre-de-Grace, dated 17th of June.
"News is just received in town by private letters, and by this day's paper, that on the 12th inst. a general engagement took place between the Austrians and the French army under General la Fayette, in which the Austrians were beaten, with a loss of two thousand men left on the field of battle, besides some prisoners taken by the French, with eighteen pieces of cannon."
This intelligence is confirmed in a Paris paper of the 14th. The engagement happened near Namur, near which place the enemy were in great force, as false march towards it was made to mislead them.
The celebrated Warren Hastings' trial is said to be nearly at an end, and that he will come off with flying colours. The expence incurred by the solicitors on the occasion amounts to £. 36,960 : 2 : 9 sterl.
Patriotic collections are making in most of the towns through England and Ireland to assist the French in their war against the combination of tyrants.
By a gentleman immediately from Montreal, we learn, that about four weeks since, the famous Indian partisan, known by the name of Captain Bluejacket, was at Detroit, with about 2000 men, waiting for the Americans to come out into the woods; it is believed at Montreal, that in case the Americans do not come out, they will be divided into small parties to harass our frontiers.
By a courier arrived at Havre-de-Grace, just as an American vessel was about to sail for New-York, and which had but 27 days passage, the intelligence was received, that the army of M. de la Fayette had taken the citadel of Namur, after having cannonaded and bombarded it for 48 hours successively, with a formidable train of artillery, and then carried it by assault as soon as the breaches were sufficient to render it practicable. The French killed 3000 men, made 1500 prisoners, and lost only 500 men in the action. After capture of the citadel, the French entered the town, where the inhabitants were dressed in the national cockade, and where the three-coloured flag was unfurled and ornamented by the Cap of Liberty.
The citizens offered refreshment to the French troops, who accepted, but paid for what they took.
Detachments of M. de la Fayette's army surprised and took Mons and Charleroy, where they made 1750 prisoners.
The army formerly under the command of Marshal de Rochambeau, was preparing to begin anew the operations of the campaign. That under Luckner had already entered the Austrian territory. The General entirely possesses the confidence of his troops, and there is no doubt but the pupil of the great Frederick will use every endeavour to obtain the reputation which the pupil of the American Fabius has already so justly acquired.
Extract of a letter from Bermuda, July 28.
"The ship Sovereign, Captain Welsh, which arrived at Barbados the 13th inst. from London, on her passage out, spoke the Lord-Camden East India-man, bound home with Government-despatches from Lord Cornwallis, containing the particulars of the taking of Seringapatam, after a severe conflict; but that Tippoo escaped."
The military policy of General Fayette seems in every respect to be copied from the conduct of the American Fabius, at the beginning of the war with Great-Britain. By skirmishes with the enemy on the frontiers he will teach his soldiers the absolute necessity of discipline, and will give them the habit of war, without venturing a decisive action with troops who have been taught from their infancy to look on themselves as mere machines, and are absolutely such, in the military line, as the cannon and mortars that attended them.
Collections are made, and making, in England, Scotland, and Ireland, to assist the French in their war against the powers combined to restore the old government or despotism of France. A proposition has been made in the Columbia Centinel for the people of the United States to evince their gratitude to the French nation, by "doing likewise."
M A R Y L A N D.
B A L T I M O R E, August 21.
Paragraph from the KNOXVILLE GAZETTE, of July 28:—"Accounts from Cumberland mention, that a Party of Indians, consisting of Creeks, Cherokees, and Shawanese, took a Station, about 30 miles from Nashville, in which were about 20 persons, some of whom they killed, the others they took with them to their Towns."
European news-papers, received by the latest arrivals, further advise, that the Diet of Poland had taken very wise and vigorous measures for the defence and liberties of that kingdom, already invaded by a formidable Russian army. That some incendiary publications had made their appearance in Paris, going even to the length of applauding regicide. That the King of the French had directed prosecutions to be commenced against the inflammatory writers in Paris. That the war between France and the King of Hungary was the cause of much more apprehension in Germany than the Brussels Gazette would give reason to believe. That the King of Prussia had dismissed all the French who had employments about his Court, especially those in his Kitchen and Larder. That this Monarch

was expected at Coblentz on the 16th of June, where his advanced guard had arrived on the 5th of that month. That a number of skirmishes had taken place between the French and Austrians on the frontiers of France, with various success; but none of them appear to have any important aspect on the great object of the war. That Monsieur Burgoing had been received at the Court of Madrid as an Ambassador from that of France; a circumstance which is considered equivalent to a formal recognition of the new French Constitution on the part of Spain. That the custom house at Seville, in Spain, was on the 7th of May, burnt down, and property lost to the amount of 40 000. That riots, on various pretences, had taken place in several parts of England, but they were quelled by the wisdom, vigilance and firmness of that government.
Detachments of French Troops, from the Army of M. de la Fayette, in several sharp little Conflicts with veteran Legions of Austria, on the Frontiers of France, have acquitted themselves with the greatest Bravery.
A Letter from Bermuda mentions, that Advice had been received there from the West Indies, "that in consequence of the new Regulations and Restrictions likely to take place on their Trade, by the impolitic Interference of the British Parliament, many Planters and Merchants were selling off their Estates and Property, in order to remove to other Countries to settle."
GEORGE-TOWN, August 8.
On Saturday the 4th inst. the Corner-Stone, on the western buttress of the Federal Bridge (being the second Corner-Stone of the same) was laid in due form; by URIAH FORREST, Esq; Mayor of this Town, in presence of the Aldermen, the Recorder, and Common Councilmen, attended by a numerous concourse of respectable inhabitants of this place, who assembled on the occasion.—After the ceremony was over, the company returned to Mr. SUTTER's Fountain-Inn, where a handsome entertainment was given by the Mayor, to the workmen and others concerned in erecting the Bridge.
A correspondent observes, that it must afford a general satisfaction to every well-wisher of the prosperity of the CITY or WASHINGTON, to be assured that the public works, now carrying on in this place, are conducted with spirit and enterprize, and at the same time, with that due regard to economy, which is so absolutely necessary in all extensive public undertakings, where a country is but in its infancy.—The Federal Bridge, which will exceed, when finished, for elegance and strength, any thing of the kind heretofore attempted in this country, will be completed in a few weeks; and it is confidently expected, that against the day in October next, which is advertised for the Sale of Lots in the City, the Superintendent of the President's House will have all matters in readiness for laying the corner-stone of the same, (the Third in the Federal City) which will afford the Gentlemen concerned in the superintendence of the Federal Buildings, and those who are the Proprietors of the Lands in the City, an opportunity of displaying their taste in the brilliancy of a third Procession, and of exhibiting their liberality, in an entertainment suitable to the occasion—which may be a further inducement to Purchasers; and thereby benefit themselves as well as contribute to the honor and future prosperity of the CITY or WASHINGTON.
MARTINSBURG, AUGUST 27.
The Pittsburg Gazette of the 9th inst. contains the following intelligence, that according to a letter from Buffalo-Creek, upwards of 4000 Indians were assembled at the Miami villages—that ten Scouts of Indians were out, intending to strike on the frontiers—and that it was expected they would soon strike the Six Nations.
Reports from the westward, say, that the Indians were assembling to the number of four or five thousand, about the middle of July, at or near the Miami towns. It is added, that they appear inclined for war, and mean to strike some important blow towards or during autumn.
A new system of military regulations for his army has been published by M. de la Fayette; several of the articles are severe. Whoever within reach of the army breaks silence, is to be put in irons, for six years; marauding is to be severely punished, also harsh treatment of prisoners. Death is the punishment of any soldier who cries out, we are cut off, we are betrayed , or any thing similar. No man in command is to be questioned for acts of severity, which are necessary in an engagement. Officers are subject to double punishment for any fault they neglect to repress, or any act of disobedience to which they give way. The camp of M. de la Fayette, it is said, favours very little of the pristine delicatesse of the French armies—every officer being obliged to follow the example of the General, by being night and day in the camp.
It appears that very great fermentation has prevailed in the National Assembly of France, occasioned principally by assertions, that an Austrian club existed in Paris, who were determined to carry off the King; and, by a motion, to dissolve the King's body of guards—this motion, after a tumultuous debate, was carried. The guard was henceforward to be composed of National Troops.
DIED ] On Friday last, at the Sulphur-Springs, Mrs. Amelia Russell , wife of Mr. Albert Russell , of Loudoun County.
MARRIED ] Capt. John Vanmeter , to Miss Josiah Taylor .
Martinsburg, August 24th, 1792.
MR. WILLIS.
IF my public conduct has been reprehensible, it ought to be exposed—and no man ought to hesitate to sign his name to the truth.—I shall pay no regard to publications under fictitious signatures, believing, and expecting my fellow-citizens will believe, that they carry with them the evidence of their own falsehood, and of the motives of their authors. Should you think proper to insert any such in your paper, I hope this note will follow them, as the only answer which will be given by
ALEXANDER WHITE.
A Medicine and Wet Goods Store,
In his house at MARTINSBURG, HE intends to keep a large assortment of Shop and Patent Medicines, Pills and Bottles, which he will retail at the lowest prices, for ready money. He will give directions gratis , with regard to the proper administration of any article that may be called for.
JAMES IRWIN.
August 27, 1792.
SUPERVISOR'S OFFICE, DISTRICT OF VIRGINIA, RICHMOND, July 10, 1792.
FOR the purpose of removing doubts which have arisen in several parts of this District, upon the construction of the act of the last session of Congress, intitled, "An act concerning the duties on spirits distilled within the United States," I hereby inform all officers of the revenue, as well as distillers, that no license can be granted for distilling by the monthly rate of ten cents by the capacity, for any fractional part of a month; if, therefore, the term for which a license is required, shall exceed one month, it must extend to the completion of a second, and so of a third, &c, the calendar month is understood to be meant by the law. A license may be for a single month, or may comprehend several connected months, and in case of a lapse of one or more months, may be repeated, upon application, at any subsequent period. An option once taken, is to bind for the whole year; that is to say: A distiller cannot enter his still to pay by the gallon of spirits distilled for a part of the year, and by the monthly rate for another part. The year, as applied to this revenue is, from the first of July to the 30th of June following.—For the further information of distillers, forms for certain notices to be by them given, are herewith annexed.
EDW. CARRINGTON,
Sep. of the Dist. of Virg.
Form of Notice of the Distillers election to pay the monthly Duty on the capacity of the still.
THESE are to make known to you, that I, A. B. possessor of a still, marked — and numbered —, of the capacity of —, at this time erected in the county of —, in the — division of the — survey, in the district of Virginia, and owned by G. D. of — (or by myself, as the case may be) do hereby make my election to pay the revenue, which may or shall accrue to the United States in consequence of the working or employment of the said still, upon every gallon of the capacity thereof, during one month, in which I intend to work or employ the same; to commence on the — day of — next, and end on the — day of — next, for which term of time I desire a license. Witness, my hand, this — day of —, 1792. A. B.
To E. F. Collector of the Revenue for the — Division of the — Survey, in the District of Virginia.
Form of Notice of the Distillers election to pay the duty on the gallon of spirits distilled.
THESE are to make known to you, that I, A. B. possessor of a still marked —, and numbered —, of the capacity of —, at this time erected at —, in the county of —, in the — division of the — survey, in the district of Virginia, and owned by G. D. of — (or by myself, as the case may be) do hereby make my election to pay the revenue which may or shall accrue to the United States, in consequence of the working or employment of the said still, upon every gallon of spirits which shall be distilled therein, during — months, in which I intend to work or employ the same, to commence the — day of — next, and to end on the — day of — next. Witness my hand, this — day of —, 1792. A. B.
To E. F. Collector of the Revenue for the — division of the — survey, in the district of Virginia.
LOST,
BETWEEN Martinsburg and Vanmeter's Ford, on Opekon, a SILVER WATCH, the chain an old Ribbon. Whoever has found the same, and will return it to Robert McKnight, in MARTINSBURG, or to me, shall receive three Dollars and many thanks from
JESSE HAYES.
August 23d, 1792.
FOR SALE,
Blank Deeds of Bargain and Sale.
MARTINSBURG RACE.
THE RACES at Martinsburg will commence on Wednesday, the 24th of October next, on which day will be run for, over a fine course, near the town, the JOCKEY CLUB PURSE of FORTY GUINEAS, free only for Members of the Club. Heats 4 miles each. Aged horses carrying 126. Six years old 119. Five years old 108. Four years old 98. And three years old a feather.
No horse will be permitted to start unless the rider be dressed in a silk jacket, half boots, and jockey-cap.
On Thursday, the day following, will be run for, over the same ground, a PURSE of THIRTY POUNDS, Maryland currency, three mile heats, free for any horse, mare, or gelding, paying one shilling in the pound, entrance, and carrying weight agreeable to the rules of the JOCKEY CLUB.
And on Friday, following will be run for, over the same ground, a PURSE of TWENTY POUNDS of the above currency, free for any horse, mare or gelding, except the horses winning the two preceding days—2 mile heats—paying entrance and carrying weight as above.
On Saturday, the day following, will be run for, over the same ground, a handsome Sweepstakes, free for any horse, mare, or gelding, except such as have won some one of the purses—one mile heats—with a catch upon each. FLORENCE MAHONY.
August 27, 1792.
TO BE SOLD,
Two LOTS in the town of Martinsburg, on one of which are two good Dwelling-Houses and a Brew-House; and on the other is a large Distill-House, well supply'd with water.
A L S O,
318 acres of unimproved LAND, lying in Northumberland County, State of Pennsylvania, on the waters of the Bald Eagle.—1000 acres in the County of Menongalia, on the waters of Elk.—400 acres in the County of Harrison, on the waters of Ohio river, in two separate tracts, adjoining the back lines of Michael Crissey's heirs. Good and sufficient deeds will be given for the above property, and indisputable titles for the lands, taken from the original patents.
For terms, apply to the Subscriber, living in Martinsburg.
CHARLES McKEWAN.
August 27, 1792.
Wanted to purchase,
A Negro Boy,
Who is active, has a good character, and about 14 or 15 years old.
Apply to the Printer hereof.
WHEREAS on the 20th day of September, 1790, I purchased of William Brady, a Plantation lying on Shenandoah, in Berkeley County, for which I passed from under my hand the following Bonds and Notes, viz.—One bond to Williams and Cary, for 300l. payable on sight, and one other bond, payable to the same persons, for 300l. due September 20, 1791.—One bond for 50l. to William Brady, payable on demand.—One bond for 25l. to Thomas Gould, on demand.—One bond to Giles Cook for 200l. on demand, 50l. of which is already paid.—A note of hand for 15 or 16l. to William Brady, which note was assigned to Dr. James Irwin, and a new note since given to him.—And one other note of hand for 20l. Pennsylvania currency, to Jonathan Parks, due September 20, 1792.—All which bonds and notes, except those to Williams and Cary, I have receipts against from the said William Brady, but the said William Brady not being able to make me a good and lawful title to the said Plantation, I hereby forewarn all and every person from taking an assignment on either of the said bonds or notes, as I am determined not to pay any part thereof, until I receive a legal title to the aforesaid premises, at which time I am ready to pay the several demands.
ADAM KELENGURGER.
August 27, 1792.
ONE SHILLING REWARD.
RAN AWAY from the Subscriber, in Berkeley County, a servant boy named ISAAC LAPPIN, bound by order of Court. Whoever takes up and brings home said servant, shall have the above reward, by
WILLIAM JOHN.
August 25, 1792.
TAKEN up in November last, two yearling HEIFERS—one of them black and white, has a crop off one ear; the other a brindle, with red and white, with a crop and a hole cut out of her ears. The owner or owners of the said Heifers, are desired to apply to the Subscriber, prove their property, and take them away.
WILLIAM BURNS.
Berkeley County, August 27, 1792.
DANIEL BUCKIUS,
CLOCK AND WATCH MAKER,
HAS removed from the house of Mr. Peter Deihl jun. to Mr. David Coons', near the Court-house, at which place he will continue to repair Clocks and Watches in the best manner, on the most reasonable terms, and with the greatest expedition.
August 27, 1792.

SEAT OF THE MUSES.
A WORD TO THE WISE.
TO all honest fellows who with for content, I'll give an advice, will much sorrow prevent; Let each man on himself, for assistance depend; And shun all occasions to call on a friend.
When plung'd in the deeps of misfortune & trouble, Too late, we perceive, that most friendship's a bubble, A bubble so frail!—that it can't bear a shock, And when grasp'd at, must split on adversity's rock.
One tells you he's lost by "the turn of the die, By shipwrecks, by rogues or by the lures of an eye; Of assisting the ungrateful, this makes a sad pother, Of charity, spendthrifts, and this, that, and t'other."
Flint thrugs up his shoulders, and tells you that— long He has plainly perceiv'd your proceedings were wrong You should have consider'd, but now 'tis too late, Your income was small—your extravagance great."
He gravely exhorts you, "to carry your cross"— Man's born to affliction, to trouble and loss; He pities sincerely—was alway your Friend— But why should he earn—for another to spend?
The man in distress, amid crowds, is alone; All shun him, and all his acquaintance disown; His former companions all intercourse fly, And if they speak of him, his actions belie.
If with them by chance, in his rambles he meets, In the playhouse, exchange, or walk in the streets, 'They bow at a distance, his company shun, As a debtor escapés from a bailiff or dun.
Too late we discover the views of false Friends: They flatter and smile to obtain their own ends. They sponge, they esteem you,—but when you're squeez'd dry, As useful no longer, with scorn throw you by.
To the friends of distress, if such friends can be found, May life in one season of pleasure go round; But such as desert us, in sore, pressing evil, Why, give them their due, let them go to the d—l.
TO BE SOLD, In the County of Berkeley, on Opeckon-Creek, within two miles of Martinsburg, VIRGINIA, and on the most direct road to Shepherd's-Town,
A MERCHANT MILL, With two pair of Stones, one of which are French Burs, equal to any in the State, the Mill-House very spacious, and every thing very convenient for business, the flour can be freighted from the mill door down the river, which makes it much more convenient than any mill on that Creek, with 70 acres of good lime stone land, 30 of which are clear and under good fence, a young orchard, with a com- modious House, and a never-failing spring.—This Mill is situated in a fine wheat country, and contigu- ous to Baltimore and Alexandria markets.—By paying half the purchase money down a reasonable credit will be given for the other half.
Application to be made to the Subscriber, living on the premises.
IGNATIUS OFERRALL.
August 6, 1792.
L A N D S. F O R S A L E, A Plantation,
Lyng within three Miles of Shepherd's-Town, hand- somely situated on the road to Keeptryst Furnace, containing 300 acres of land, near 150 acres of which are cleared and in good order, ten acres of meadow made, and as much more may be made and watered; has a good apple orchard, with every necessary and convenient building; a good lime- stone spring; the lands not cleared are level and well timbered. Terms may be known by apply- ing to the subscriber, living on the premises.
WILLIAM LUCAS.
July 25, 1792.
Wanted, by the Printer hereof, a stout young Lad, as an Apprentice.
20 Dollars reward.
RAN away from the Subscriber, living six miles from Harper's Ferry, Berkeley County, Vir- ginia, on the 24th inst. a negro Man named PETER, about 24 years of age, of a yellow complexion, handsome featured, about 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, has had the small pox, but not very perceiva- ble; he has a small scar near the middle of his fore- head, speaks good English, and it is supposed will endeavour to pass for a freeman;—he had on when he went away or took with him, a blue soldier's coat, faced with red, a nankeen waistcoat and breeches, three shirts, two of which almost new, hemp chain and tow filling, six hundred; two pair of hemp tow trowsers, almost new; and a pair of shoes worn but a few weeks;—as he is a cunning, artful fellow, it is supposed he will change his dress.
Whoever will apprehend the said runaway, if taken 50 miles from home, shall have the above re- ward, and in proportion for a lesser distance.
THOMAS HART, senior.
July 30, 1792.
LANDS FOR LANDS.
TO BE DISPOSED OF,
FOUR Hundred Acres of Land, (called MANON'S) lying on Buffalo-creek, Monongalia County, upon which there are upwards of 40 acres of the best meadow, a good mill seat and spring, and the land equal to any on the Western waters.
Three Hundred and eighty four acres adjoining, below, on same creek, a large proportion of mea- dow, and a good spring, the upland equal, which is held by settlement-right, and a general warrantee will be given.
One Thousand Acres on the Dunkard mill run, a branch of said creek, held by preemption-right, of equal quality to the above, and the same warrantee will be given, all lying from 14 to 25 miles from Morgan-Town, and from 3 to 11 miles from Mon- ongalia river—the State road from Morgan-Town to the little Kenhawa passes near or through the said land.
One Thousand Acres on Bingerma's creek, held by preemption-right, a great proportion of mea- dow, and well watered, which lies in the same coun- ty, the upland of good quality, about 10 miles far- ther from Morgan-Town.
One thousand acres on the little Kenhawa, about 14 miles from the mouth of said river, held by an old location on treasury-warrant, the land also ve- ry rich.
Any property in the counties of Berkeley or Frederick, negroes, or good bonds, will be taken in payment.
DAVID GRAY.
Berkeley, April 25, 1792.
12m.
ALEXANDRIA, August 6, 1792.
I WILL store FLOUR any length of time, for SIX PENCE per Barrel, and in case I buy it no storages will be charged.
I have Lands in Kentucky, which I will exchange for Lands in Hampshire, Frederick, Berkeley, Lou- don, Fairfax, or Prince-William Counties.
R. T. HOOE.
6w.
HARP and CROWN TAVERN.
THE Subscriber, with gratitude returns thanks to his friends and the public, for the favor and patronage they have been kind enough to confer on him, since his commencement at this house—he flatters himself, from the unwearied attention to please, together with the satisfaction of being provided with the choicest of Liquors, and every other necess- ary this part of the country can afford, will induce a continuance of the same.—He expects from the room, neatness of the house the tolerable share of furniture, and good beds, which he is every day adding to, will render it satisfactory to receive more company.—He has also a stock of excellent hay and oats.
FLORENCE MAHONY.
Martinsburg July 3, 1792.
1f.
To be rented, and possession given immediately. A SMALL DISTILL HOUSE,
Situated in Martinsburg, near the Bridge. It has a never-failing spring in it, and many other advan- tages of water, &c. Apply to the Printer hereof.
July 23, 1792.
CAME to my Plantation, the first instant, a black COW, with both ears crop'd, has some white in her forehead. The owner is desired to come, prove his property, pay charges, and take her away.
JOHN EVANS, jun.
July 30, 1792.
Richard Barnhouse,
Has opened TAVERN, at the Sign of the STAR, in CHARLES-TOWN.
BEGS leave to inform the Public in general, that he has furnished himself with a general assortment of good Liquors—he is also provided with good Stableage, Hay, Oats, and Corn, with every other accommodation fit for travellers and others that please to call on him.—He also has liquors of all sorts to sell by the gallon, quart, or pint, as rea- sonable as any other person in said town.
JULY 23, 1792.
BERKELEY COUNTY: to wit, NOTICE is hereby given, that a Petition will be presented to the next General Assembly, pray- ing that a law may pass changing the quarterly term of the County Court of Berkeley, from the third Tuesday in June, till the third Tuesday in May, in each year, it being the time on which the said quar- terly term was formerly held, the late change being found very inconvenient to the people of the Coun- ty.
By order of the Court, Teste, MOSES HUNTER, c. c.
TO BE SOLD, A tract of very good unimproved Land Containing 288 acres, known by the name of the Silver mines lying on the river Potowmac, Berkeley County, Virginia, situated one and half miles above the mouth of Back-Creek. This land is as well timbered as any lying between it and the Alleghany, the situation of which, being so near the Potowmac, the timber may be rafted down the river at a very small expence—it has two never failing springs, and good meadows may be made on it. For terms, ap- ply to the subscriber, who will give an indisputable title.
DAVID WOLGAMOTT.
August 6, 1792. N. B. The above described land abounds with Iron ore of an excellent quality.
Notice.
THE subscriber, being determined to make an immediate settlement with all those to whom he is indebted, calls on all Persons who are indebt- ed to him by bond or note, to make payment:— those with whom he has open accounts, he particu- larly requests would come and settle the same, by paying what is due from them, or give their notes. For the convenience of those who have not money, he will take wheat, rye, or oats, in discharge of their accounts, at the highest market price. A compliance with this reasonable request, will very much oblige their humble servant,
DAVID WOLGAMOT.
JULY 16, 1792.
t. f.
MAXIM.
Never promise any thing without those two provisos—If I can—If it be not against my duty.
REFLECTION.
THERE is nothing more lovely than to love to oblige others; nevertheless, it is the duty of a pru- dent and discreet man not to be so far overcome by his obliging humour, as to promise any thing that is desired of him, without considering whether he can or ought to grant it. Too great a desire of being kind to others, or too great timidity, which does not permit to refuse any thing, may make a man ex- cessive in his promises, which will render his zeal in- discreet, and his timidity shameful. If my promises are not suited to my power, I shall expose myself to the contempt of men; because my weakness will be better known to them. If I promise out of bashful- ness what I cannot perform, I shall blush much more, when it will appear I am not in a capacity of per- forming what I have promised. If my duty be not the rule of my promises, I shall do myself as much prejudice, by reason of the ill opinion which others will entertain of me, as I have been willing to oblige them by my promises. I ought not to be ashamed to refuse to do an unjust thing; he who requires it from me, should rather be ashamed; the only thing that should make me ashamed, is, that perhaps I have given occasion to think that I was unreasonable enough to make such a promise, and to perform it.— I do inviolably keep my word, when I can, when I think I have not given it without a cause; when I have reason to believe, that if I keep it, I shall not wrong the person to whom I gave it, and that it will not be more prejudicial to me than beneficial to him. The performance of ones promise may be attended with an inconveniency, which could not be foreseen; and it is not likely that he, who makes such a pro- mise, was willing to suffer by it.—If I do not pro- mise so much as I am desired, I am willing to do more than is expected from me. For I think our deeds should always exceed our promises.