The Patowmac guardian, and Berkeley advertiser (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]), 1792-11-19 00:00:00

The POTOMAC GUARDIAN, and BERKELEY ADVERTISER.
PRICE TWO DOLLARS PER ANN.]
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1792.
[NUMBER 105—VOL 3.
WHERE LIBERTY DWELLS, THERE IS MY COUNTRY.
Franklin.
LANDS For SALE on reasonable Terms.
TWO TRACTS, containing 500 acres each, in the County of Harrison, on the West side of the Little Kenhawa; two other Tracts in the State of Kentucky, in the County of Jefferson, about 15 miles from the Falls of Ohio, on Tick-creek, equal to any Lands in that State, one Tract containing 1000 acres, the other 705; one Tract in the County of Berkeley of 106 acres, near the Opeckan-creek; one other in said County, near the White-House, of 34 acres, adjoining the lands of Mr. Joseph Bell; one House and Half Acre Lot in Charlestown, well known by the name of Capt. Ross's frere. Also, the Tract whereon I now live. Any person inclined to purchase, may know the terms by applying to me.
JAMES CRANE.
November 10, 1792.
Wanted immediately, by the Subscribers,
A good Distiller,
To whom constant employ will be given. WILLIAM & DAVID OSBORN.
To be rented for one or more years, and possession had immediately,
The NEW DWELLING-HOUSE, suitable for a family, adjoining the Subscriber's tavern the lower part of which house is calculated for a store, being completely finished for that purpose.
DAVID WOLGAMOTT.
November 10, 1792.
WANTED to purchase, by the Subscriber, 100 bushels of good merchantable OATS, for which he will allow a generous price.
FLORENCE MAHONY.
Martinsburg, 10th November, 1792.
CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
TUESDAY, Nov. 6.
MR. Page and Mr. Griffin, from Virginia, Mr. Kittera, of Pennsylvania, and Mr. Gordon from New-York, took their seats this day.
A message was received from the Senate, by Mr. Otis, informing the House that the Senate are now ready to receive the President of the United States—and that they have provided seats for the accommodation of the members of the House.—The Members of the House accordingly repaired to the Senate Chamber, where, exactly at twelve o'clock the President of the United States arrived, attended by his Secretary and Aids, and accompanied by the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, the Secretary of War—When he delivered his Speech to both Houses of Congress.
Fellow Citizens of the Senate and House of Representatives.
IT is some abatement of the satisfaction, with which I meet you on the present occasion, that in facilitating you on a continuation of the national prosperity, generally, I am not able to add to it information that the Indian hostilities which have for some time past, distressed our north western frontiers, have terminated.
You will, I am persuaded, learn with no less concern than I communicate it, that reiterated endeavours towards effecting a pacification have hitherto issued only in new and outrageous proofs of persevering hostility on the part of the tribes with whom we are in contest. An earnest desire to procure tranquility to this frontier—to stop the farther effusion of blood—to arrest the progress of expense—to forward the prevalent wish of the nation, for peace, has led to strenuous efforts, through various channels, to accomplish these desirable purposes; in making which efforts, I consulted less my own anticipations the event, of the scruples which some considerations were calculated to inspire, than the wish to find the object attainable or if not attainable, to ascertain unequivocally that such is the case.
A detail of the measures which have been pursued,
and of their consequences which will be laid before you, while it will confirm to you the want of success, thus far will, I trust, evince that means as proper and as efficacious as could have been devised, have been employed. The issue of some of them, indeed is still depending: but a favourable one, though not to be despaired of, is not promised by any thing that has yet happened.
In the course of the attempts which have been made some valuable citizens have fallen victims to their zeal for the public service. A sanction commonly respected even among savages, has been found, in this instance, insufficient to protect from massacre the emissaries of peace. It will, I presume, be duly considered whether the occasion does not call for an exercise of liberality towards the families of the deceased.
It must add to your concern, to be informed, that besides the continuation of hostile appearance among the tribes north of the Ohio, some threatening symptoms have of late been revived among some of those south of it.
A part of the Cherokees, known by the name of Chickamagas, inhabiting five villages on the Tennessee river, have long been in the practice of committing depredations on the neighbouring settlements.
It was hoped that the treaty of Holston, made with the Cherokee nation in July, 1791, would have prevented a repetition of such depredations. But the event has not answered this hope. The Chickamagas, aided by some banditti of another tribe in their vicinity, have recently perpetrated wanton and unprovoked hostilities upon the citizens of the United States in that quarter. The information which has been received on this subject will be laid before you. Hitherto defensive precautions only have been strictly enjoined and observed.
It is not understood that any breach of treaty, or aggression whatsoever on the part of the United States, or their citizens, is even alleged as a pretext for the spirit of hostility in this quarter.
I have reason to believe that every practicable exertion has been made (pursuant to the provision by law for that purpose) to be prepared for the alternative of a prosecution of the war, in the event of a failure of pacific overtures. A large proportion of the troops authorised to be raised, have been recruited, though the numbers is still incomplete.—And pains have been taken to discipline, and put them in condition for the particular kind of service to be performed. A delay of operations (besides being dictated by the measures which were pursuing towards a pacific termination of the war) has been in itself deemed preferable to immature efforts. A statement, from the proper department, with regard to the number of troops raised, and some other points which have been suggested, will afford more precise information, as a guide to the legislative consultations; and among other things will enable Congress to judge whether some additional stimulus to the recruiting service may not be advisable.
In looking forward to the future expense of the operations, which may be found inevitable, I derive consolation from the information I received, that the product of the revenues for the present year is likely to supercede the necessity of additional burdens on the community, for the service of the ensuing year. This, however, will be better ascertained in the course of the session: and it is proper to add, that the information alluded to proceeds upon the supposition of no material extension of the spirit of hostility.
I cannot dismiss the subject of Indian affairs, without again recommending to your consideration the expediency of more adequate provision for giving energy to the laws throughout our interior frontier; and for restraining the commission of outrages upon the Indians: without which all pacific plans must prove nugatory. To enable, by competent rewards, the employment of qualified and trusty persons to reside among them, as agents, would also contribute to the preservation of peace and good neighbourhood.
If in addition to these expedients, no eligible plan could be devised for promoting civilization among the friendly tribes, and for carrying on trade with them, upon a scale equal to their wants, and under regulations calculated to protect them from imposition and extortion, its influence in cementing their interests with ours could not but be considerable.
The prosperous state of our revenue has been intimated. This would be still more the case were it not for the impediments, which in some places continue to embarrass the collection of the duties on spirits distilled within the United States. These impediments, have lessened, and are lessening in local extent—and as applied to the community at large, the contentment with the law appears to be progressive. But symptoms of increased opposition having lately manifested themselves in certain quarters—I judged a special interposition on my part proper and advisable, and under this impression, have issued a proclamation warning against all unlawful combinations and proceedings, having for
their object or tending to obstruct the operation of the law in question, and announcing that all lawful ways and means would be strictly put in execution for bringing to justice the infractors thereof, and securing obedience thereto.
Measures have also been taken for the prosecution of offenders; and Congress may be assured, that nothing within constitutional and legal limits which may depend on me, shall be wanting to assert and maintain the just authority of the laws. In fulfilling this trust, I shall count entirely upon the full co-operation of the other departments of the government, and upon the zealous support of all good citizens.
I cannot forbear to bring again into the view of the legislature the subject of a revision of the judiciary system.—A representation from the judge of the supreme court, which will be laid before you, points out some of the inconveniences that are experienced.—In the course of the execution of the laws, considerations arise out of the structure of that system, which in some cases, tend to relax their efficacy. As connected with this subject, provisions to facilitate the taking of bail upon processes out of the courts of the United States, and a supplementary definition of offences against the constitution, and laws of the union, and of the punishment for such offences, will, it is presumed, be found worthy of particular attention.
Observations on the value of peace with other nations are necessary. It would be wise, however, by timely provisions to guard against those acts of our own citizens, which might tend to disturb it, and to put ourselves in a condition to give that satisfaction to foreign nations which we may sometimes have occasion to require of them. I particularly recommend to your consideration, the means of preventing those aggressions by our citizens on the territory of other nations, and other infractions of the law of nations, which furnishing just subject of complaint, might endanger our peace with them, and, in general, the maintenance of a friendly intercourse with foreign powers, will be presented to your attention by the expiration of the law for that purpose, which takes place, if not renewed, at the close of the present session.
In the execution of the authority given by the legislature, measures have been taken for engaging some artists from abroad, to aid in the establishment of our mint; others have been employed at home; provision has been made of the requisite buildings, and these are now put in proper condition for the purposes of the establishment. There has also been a small beginning in the coinage of half dimes; the want of small coins in circulation calling the first attention to them.
The regulation of foreign coins, in correspondence with the first principles of our national coinage, has being essential to their due operation, and to order in our money concerns, will, I doubt not, be resumed and completed.
It is represented that some provisions in the law, which establishes the post office, operate, in experiment against the transmission of news-papers to distant parts of the country. Should this upon due enquiry, be found to be the fact, a full conviction of the importance of facilitating the circulation of political intelligence and information, will, I doubt not, lead to the application of a remedy.
The adoption of a constitution for the State of Kentucky, has been notified to me. The legislature will share with me in the satisfaction which arises from an event interesting to the happiness of the part of the nation to which it relates, and conducive to the general order.
It is proper likewise to inform you, that since my last communication on the subject, and in further execution of the acts severally making provision for the public debt, and for the reduction thereof, three new loans have been effected, each for three millions of florins; one at Atwerp, at the annual interest of 4 1-2 per cent. with an allowance of 4 per cent. in lieu of all charges, and the other at Amsterdam, at the annual interest of 4 per cent. with an allowance of 5 1-2 per cent. in one case, and of 5 per cent. in the other, in lieu of all charges. The rates of these loans, and the circumstances under which they have been made, are confirmations of the high state of our credit abroad.
Among the objects to which these funds have been directed to be applied, the payments of the debts due to certain foreign officers, according to the provision made during the last session has been embraced.
Gentlemen of the House of Representatives,
I entertain a strong hope, that the state of the national finances, is now sufficiently matured, to enable you to enter upon a systematic and effectual arrangement for the regular redemption and discharge of the public debt, according to the right which has been reserved to the government. No measure can be more desirable, whether viewed with an eye to its intrinsic importance, or to the general sentiments and wish of the nation.

provision is likewise requisite to the reimbursement of the loan which has been made of the bank of the United States, pursuant to the 11th section of the act by which it is incorporated—in fulfilling the public stipulations in this particular, it is expected a valuable saving will be made.
Appropriations for the current service of the ensuing year, and for such extraordinary as may require provision, will demand, and I doubt not, will engage your early attention.
Gentlemen of the senate, and of the house of representatives.
I content myself with recalling your attention generally to such objects, not particularized in my present, as have been suggested in my former communications to you.
Various temporary laws will expire during the present session, among these, that which regulates trade and intercourse with the Indian tribes, will merit particular notice.
The results of your common deliberations hitherto, will, I trust, be productive of solid and durable advantages to our constituents; such as, by conciliating more and more their ultimate suffrage, will tend to strengthen and confirm their attachment to that constitution and government, upon which, under divine providence, materially depend their union, their safety and their happiness.
Still further, to promote and secure these inestimable ends, there is nothing which can have a more powerful tendency than the careful cultivation of harmony, combined with a due regard to stability in the public councils.
G. WASHINGTON.
United States, Nov. 6, 1792.
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 7.
Mr. Steele, at this early hour of the present session, called the attention of the House to the report which had been brought in at the close of the last session, by the committee then appointed to inquire into and report on the causes of the defeat of the troops under the command of Major-General St. Clair, on the 4th of November, 1791. Several reports having been circulated, reflecting dishonour upon the conduct of that committee, of which Mr. Steele was a member, rendered it necessary for him to require a speedy consideration of the whole business, in order to do away the prejudices which had probably taken place in the minds of many of the citizens of the United States. For these reasons he moved, that the said report should be referred to a committee of the whole. Seconded by Mr. Clarke, ordered, that it be taken up accordingly next Wednesday.
Mr. White presented a memorial from Joseph Barnes, Attorney for James Rumsey, praying the House to take up his former petition, respecting the enacting another law for the encouragement of useful arts, and complaining that the law now in force is altogether insufficient for the purpose of securing authors and inventors of machinery, &c. from the piracy and frauds of pretending impostors. Read and ordered to lie on the table.
The order of the day being called for, Mr. Lawrence in the chair, the speech of the President, delivered yesterday to Congress, was up, and, on motion of Mr. Smith, S. C. the following resolve was agreed to—"That a committee be appointed to prepare and report a respectful address to the President of the United States, in answer to his speech delivered to both Houses of Congress at the opening of the present session; with assurances, that they would take into consideration the important matters therein contained." An amendment was moved for, to strike out the word "important;" but it was negatived, as being a word of too much importance to be neglected. The resolution therefore was carried in substance as above, and the committee rose and reported it. The House immediately agreed, and a committee of three (Messrs. Madison, Benson, and Murray,) were appointed to prepare the answer, in conformity with the said resolve.
A letter from the war department was read, announcing, that an express arrived yesterday with intelligence, that Brigadier General Rufus Putnam, had, on the 27th of September, concluded a peace with sundry tribes of the Wabash and Illinois Indians, persuading them to peace. Sixteen of the chiefs belonging to the nations with whom General Putnam succeeded in burying the hatchet are on their way to Philadelphia, via Pittsburg.
This communication from the War department was accompanied by a copy of the message of General Putnam to the hostile tribes,—a message to the Delawares in particular, and a speech to those tribes who had made peace, in which he advises a visit to the great council fire of the union.
The first is to the following purport.
Brothers,
The great chief of the United States sent a message of peace to you, I have been here 4 months and transmitted it, and tho' I have waited so long for you, you are not come. I have had a talk with the Wabash and Illinois tribes and held a treaty with them at Post Vincennes, where we have buried the hatchet, wiped off every stain of blood and concluded a firm and lasting peace.
If you would hear me it might be for your good but open your ears and listen to the truth.
I with a firm peace established between you and the United States, that your women, children and old men may go to rest without fear, and your young men attend to their hunting and live comfortably.
All this can be accomplished, the United States do not want to take your lands from you by force. They wish to see justice done and peace established.
I send this speech by some of those who were here
and have witnessed the good intentions of the United States.
Brothers,
Send some of your wise men to the Miami, that we may speak together before I return to the great chief General Washington, arise then and let us shake hands.
Post Vincennes, October 5, 1792.
Substance of General Putnam's message to the Delawares.
I have come from Bethlehem to endeavour to establish peace between you and the United States. I have lived long with you and should wish to see you happy. The great chief of the union is a good man and wishes the welfare of your women and children, and of you all.
Many bad things have happened, but they were the consequences of the war. Don't think of what has passed, but come and let us talk together. Rise, don't lose the opportunity. Let your wise men meet me at the mouth of the Maikingsum.
Substance of General Putnam's speech to the peaceful tribes, inviting them to come to Philadelphia.
Brothers,
Let us endeavour to restore peace and happiness as is in our power. Send a speech to the Shawanese, as for the Delawares and others, who have hitherto stopped their ears and wont hear.—I propose sending one speech more to endeavour to make peace.
Brothers,
General Washington is very desirous to see you at the council fire to meet him and the great counsellors of the United States. If you agree to send one or two chiefs from each nation, I will provide for the expence of the journey and their safety.—Take the road to the falls of the Ohio by land, then by water to Pittsburg and then by land to Philadelphia. I wish your answer as soon as possible.
THURSDAY, Nov. 8.
A letter was received from the Secretary of War, communicating information of a treaty concluded with certain Indian tribes.
The next communications were copies of General Putnam's speeches to the different tribes; inviting them to peace with the United States.
The House then proceeded to the reading of the confidential communications, upon which the galleries were closed.
FRIDAY, Nov. 9.
Mr. A. Ord from Kentucky appeared yesterday, was qualified and took his seat.
Mr. Greenup also from Kentucky appeared this day, was qualified and took his seat.
Mr. Murray moved, that a committee be appointed on so much of the President's speech as relates to the subject of newspapers—ordered to lie on the table till to-morrow—[this day.]
Galleries cleared.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10.
Mr. Dayton moved, that the Secretaries of the War and Treasury Departments, should be notified, that their attendance would be required at the House next Wednesday, in consequence of the enquiry which would take place into the causes of the defeat of Major General St. Clair, as the information of the Heads of Departments would be necessary to explain several documents referred to in the report of the Committee who were appointed on this business last session. Some opposition being made to this motion, it was ordered to lie on the table till Monday, for further consideration.
The Speaker then announced some confidential communications from the War Office, and the galleries were shut.
FOREIGN ADVICES.
VIENNA, August 12.
THE war with Poland being finished, and the affairs of that kingdom on the point of being regulated by treaty, it is affirmed the Court of Russia will reinforce the body of troops which are to march against France, with 25,000 men; so that they will have an army of 50,000, to assist the operations of the allies.
Paris, August 25. We are somewhat agitated here. The people are clamorous for the more speedy execution of the criminals of state.
The effigy of La Fayette was, this morning, at ten, executed by the hangman, at the place de Greve.
I just learn, that the editor of the Gazette de Paris is condemned to die, for sending his political opinions into the world—this is liberty of the press.
La Fayette's property, in France and in the West-India Islands, is already ordered to be sold; many assert, that his wife and family are taken up; I think the contrary—you may be convinced, that he is too proud to join the standard of the emigrants, after having been so long an arch rebel, and the keeper of his King; neither is there any probability, that the emigrants, who hate him, will avail themselves of his present critical situation, and punish him for his past offences. He will, doubtless, go to England.
In the action at d'Antoining between Longwi and Montmedy, 4,500 Austrians and Prussians were killed—3,500 taken prisoners, and 600 Emigrants who were lodged in the prisons of Longwy. In this action there were only 900 Frenchmen killed.
Three officers of the Royal Roussillon regiment deserted before the action. The French troops took all the enemy's baggage—18 mortars—and 30 pieces of heavy cannon.
F R A N C E.
National Legislative Assembly, August 28.
M. Lamourette complained, that all the aristocratic presses were not yet destroyed; that libels were still circulated; and moved, that the Royal Family should be confined in separate apartments, and no person suffered to have communication with them. The Assembly, after some debate, passed to the order of the day.
L O N D O N, September 8.
A more important account was also received, which our correspondent states to us so generally, as to make us doubt its truth. His words are, "Particular news was announced to the Assembly, that the Prussians, from the fear of being surrounded by the army of Luckner and the numerous battalions of National Volunteers, that are hurrying from all the neighbouring Departments, have raised the siege of Verdun, and retreated to Longwy."
If this be true it is indeed important; but it is contradicted by a more probable report circulated yesterday under the sanction of Government, that Verdun had fallen an easy prey, and that the Duke of Brunswick was making a rapid march to Chalons.
After the surrender of Longwy, the 34th regiment, formerly d'Angouleme, which formed part of the garrison, after a long march without necessaries or provisions, was overtaken by General Clairfayt, at the head of a party of his troops. He addressed the disarmed Frenchmen—told them, "That true honour was to be found only in his army, which was fighting for the King against rebels; that he was sure the brave soldiers of Angouleme would be eager to join their ancient colours in so good a cause; and that they would meet their former Colonel, who would be proud to see his old comrades in arms." This invitation, seconded by offers of money, was firmly rejected by men worn down by fatigue and hunger. They rejected even the refreshments offered to them by the Prussians, and of the whole body only three officers joined the enemy.
Dispatches from M. M. Kellermann, and Biron relate, that a column of the enemy's army was directed towards Thionville. M. Kellermann has received reinforcement from the army of M. Biron, to enable him to face the enemy.
Extract of a Letter from Paris, Sept. 1.
The Jacobin Club have taken into consideration the motion made by M. Tereffon for bringing the King and Queen to immediate trial. M. Tereffon produced a petition to the National Assembly to this effect, which he read in his place; but in consequence of his intention being announced there was a full meeting of the club, and a motion was made for the order of the day, which passed by a great majority; and thus the club crushed this violent proceeding."
A messenger, who arrived in town yesterday, from Paris, brings advice, that the brother of the Duke de Noailles was beheaded, at that place, on Friday last. The alleged crime was, for insisting men in the service of the King, to act in concert with those of the combined powers.
Yesterday despatches were received from James Duff, Esq. his Majesty's Consul at Cadiz, which mention, that a commercial treaty is certainly negotiating between the court of Madrid and the United States of America; and, that the Cadiz merchants were in high spirits, hoping it will prove highly beneficial to themselves and to the country.
September 21. The two Colonies of Vermont and Kentucky, which have joined the Americans, have been lost by those delays and neglect of public duty in his Majesty's Ministers, which ruined so many of our subjects (the refugees) who have been near ten years without being able to obtain an act of justice that would cost the nation nothing. Surely some enquiry will be made at the meeting of Parliament into this ruinous system of procrastination in all the public departments of the State.
The Prussian army, in the neighbourhood of Verdun, they say, is blocked by M. Dumourier and Kellerman, on one side, but not closely, and it is at present in no danger, their communication with Luxembourg being open by means of Longwy.—From this latter place, a great number of men, and nearly all the mortars have been drawn to the siege of Thionville, which will immediately begin in form.
The camp of Mons has been broke up, and the Austrian army under the Duke Saxe Teschen, is expected daily to fall upon Lisle or Valenciennes. All the roads to the former place have been intercepted, and the courier from Paris has been obliged to return. It appears, that the Austrians have friends in the French quarters, and information of whatever passes there.
In consequence of M. Dumouries orders to send him, from the camp at Maulde, a division of eight battalions and two squadrons of troops, to reinforce his army, it was determined on a council of war, that the camp would be so much weakened by the necessary obedience to this requisition, that it could not hold out against the enemy, and it in consequence broke up.
On the 11th inst. the 3d northern battalion, on its way from Douay to Lisle, was attacked by the Austrians at the village of Eaches. The soldiers fled instantly without the smallest resistance; and several were made prisoners, the rest seeking by different roads, the place of their destination. At this time all the roads which lead to Lisle are intercepted, in so much that the Courier and Diligence from Paris have not been able to reach that city.
We are assured from Vienna, that orders have been sent to the commandant general of the Netherlands, that the French general La Fayette should be well treated.

UNITED STATES.
NEW-YORK, November 7.
We have been at some pains to investigate the truth of the news brought by Capt. Gooch, of the Schooner Abigail, at Philadelphia; but all we can learn from Capt. Pearson, of the Ship Peacock, who arrived in this port yesterday afternoon from Malaga; he says he left that country some days after Capt. Gooch, and he had not even then heard a single syllable respecting any engagement having taken place between the French and Austrians, but it was reported that a large body of Spanish troops had marched to the frontiers, and that the National Assembly had insisted upon an immediate and decisive answer from the Court of Madrid, whether their intentions were hostile or not, and to unequivocally explain the cause of this approach.
PHILADELPHIA, November 10.
Authentic accounts from Marseilles inform, that owing to the badness of the crops this year, there is the greatest danger of a scarcity of grain there and in the south of France. We have received official documents on this subject, the length of which precludes their appearance in this day's Gazette—but they will be laid before the public in our next. At present it may be proper to state, that the highest price may be expected for wheat and flour at Marseilles, with every other encouragement that the citizens, the Mayor and municipality of that city can give to make commercial adventures in that line beneficial to the concerned.
By the Schooner Fox, we have received intelligence from Cape-Francois, as late as the 22d ult. There has been fresh disturbances at the Cape, between the old troops, who are ordered away, and the militia of the place. The new troops that had arrived some time before, are better pleased with the militia, and have acted in concert with them, in their mutual exertions to subdue the insurgents, but the task seems to be both difficult and will be but slowly accomplished. The old troops that were quartered in the town have committed great excesses previous to their departure; several riots have taken place, and six or seven of the militia have fallen a sacrifice to those regulars. Most of the persons who suffered were citizens of the first respectability.
A gentleman, arrived on Tuesday from Cape-Francois, informs us, that the colony, at the time of his departure, which was the 21st of last month, was in a more distracted state than it has been at any period since the rebellion of the negroes. Discord and confusion seem to have erected their standard at the Cape—Party spirit is wound up to a pitch that has seldom been equalled, even in the most violent and disastrous revolutions—The common and inveterate enemy to the white people (the rebel negroes) is nearly forgotten—and the colonists are totally absorbed in enmity against each other.
Lord Garlis, son of the Earl of Galloway, and Captain Markham, who arrived at New-York a few days ago from Quebec, are not only to make a tour thro' the United States, but intend, we are told, to visit some of the remote and interior parts of America.
The importance of the approaching election of a President and Vice-President of the United States, did not appear to draw forth the activity of our citizens on Monday last, to vote for electors. The choice of an intermediate body appeared to remove from their attention the ultimate and important result of the election.
No opposition will certainly be made to the re-electing of our valuable first magistrate; but opinions will be divided in the choice of Vice-President.
Should those in favour of a change in the Vice-Presidency, unanimously support one candidate in opposition to Mr. Adams, the contest will be doubtful, but should they be divided in sentiment as to a proper person to fill that important office, the Eastern states will be gratified.
COLUMBIA (S. C.) October 27.
Tuesday evening, as Mr. Harrow, of Granby, was proceeding on his way to Charleston, the straps of his saddle-bags, which fastened them behind the saddle, were cut, and the bags stolen. He did not miss them till he stopped at a house near Sandy-Run, about a mile from the spot where they were afterwards found in the road, emptied of their contents, amounting to upwards of Four Hundred pounds in gold. Mr. Harrow is unfortunately stone blind, so that the servant consequently rode before him, which prevented a timely discovery of the transaction, particularly as it was night when the robbery was committed.
ELIZABETH-TOWN, Maryland, October 24.
By a gentleman who arrived in town last night, and who left Fort Washington on the second inst. we learn, that the intelligence (thro' the channel of Richmond) of the safe arrival of Col. Harden at that fort, is without foundation—and that it is but too certain, that brave man, with all who went on the same pacific errand, have been sacrificed to the demons of barbarity.
BALTIMORE, November 13.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in New-York, to his friend in this town, dated Nov. 5.
"A vessel is arrived here this day, in 30 days from Cadiz, and brings advice of the King of Spain's having declared war against France, and marched a great army to join the confederated powers."
A letter from a gentleman in Kentucky, dated September 27, to his friend in Philadelphia, says, "We learn from Fort Knox, that the following tribes of Indians, or large deputations, are in the vicinity of that fort, viz: the Wattonons, BelRiver, the Piankishaws, the Polawattonies from the Illinois river, some Muscoulins, Ottawas, and Kikkapoo, who formerly inhabited the Ouza River, and the Kolkalkies—The Patowatomies of St. Joseph, it is said, will not attend as was expected, owing, it is supposed, to their Chief's going to Michelemackinac, to consult the British agent, who is said to be guide the Indians on every occasion."
Two accounts from Cumberland, territory south-west of the Ohio, mention, that since the attack upon Buchanan's station, in which the Indians were repulsed, with the loss of upwards of 20 men killed, there have been two new block houses erected in Nashville—that they are now under no apprehension of the savages breaking up that country; but that, if they had succeeded in their attempt upon Buchanan's station, they would undoubtedly have marched into Nashville; in which case, the whole of the Cumberland settlement would have been in a dreadful situation.
On the evening of the 23d ult. a fire broke out in the house of Col. Dekeyser, in the town of Fayetteville (N. C.) which, notwithstanding the spirited exertions of the inhabitants, raged with great fury, and burnt down sixty-eight buildings. The loss, in buildings alone, is estimated at thirty thousand pounds; amongst the principal sufferers is Col. Porterfield, whose loss in buildings (all new) amounts to six thousand pounds—No estimate of the loss in goods, furniture, &c. has yet come to hand.
MARTINSBURG, November 19.
We are happy in informing the Public, that the report of the President's resignation, as inserted in our last, is without foundation.
We are assured that the troops lying at Pittsburg, are shortly to be removed to winter quarters—the place fixed on for this purpose is said to be on the Ohio river, near Log's town, where they are to erect huts, &c. to shelter themselves from the inclemency of the approaching season.
By the ship Little Cherub, Capt. Bridges, arrived at Boston, in 55 days from Liverpool, information was received, that the King and Queen of France were to have their trial the 20th of September:—that the lady of Marquis la Fayette was arrived in London, and that the Marquis, it was supposed, would soon follow.
About the last of July a treaty was held at New-Orleans between the Spaniards and the Creeks, Cherokees, Chickataws, and Choctaws, at which the Spaniards offered them arms and ammunition to go to war against the United States. They also make them large presents of goods. The Creeks and Cherokees of the lower towns received their talk. It is said that General McGillivray attended the treaty. On the 14th of September about one thousand Creeks and Cherokees assembled at the Tennessee, and marched against the settlement of Cumberland. No information of their having made an attack was received at Knoxville the 11th of October.
By the auditor's annual account, presented to the House of Delegates of this State, it appears, that the arrears and balances of taxes due from the several sheriffs and counties of this Commonwealth, from the year one thousand seven hundred and eighty-two, to the year one thousand seven hundred and ninety, inclusive, amount to the gross sum of £.177,581 10s. 2 1/2d.
Tuesday last a person by the name of Christopher Carnes, was detected in this town, in attempting to pass a counterfeit public security of fifty pounds:—on his being searched, a number of false certificates, to the amount of five hundred pounds, were found upon him. He was committed to goal, and is this day to be examined by a special court for that purpose.
Last evening was brought to town and safely lodged in goal, Samuel Hunter, alias Samuel Williams, alias Samuel Willson, who, on Saturday se'night passed a counterfeit certificate in this town:—this person, from many corroborating circumstances, has been concerned in this defrauding business with the above Carnes. He had in his possession a counterfeit certificate for 30 pounds, when he was taken.
Yesterday morning the wife of one Bingerman, a tailor, in Shepherd's-Town, was found dead in her bed:—many marks of violence being found on her body—Bingerman having differed with her the evening preceding—and he having since disappeared, little doubt remains of his being the means of her death.
Saturday evening were committed to goal in this town, on suspicion of horse-stealing, Benjamin Demar and Samuel Williams:—the former was in possession of a light bay horse, about 4 years old, 14 1/2 hands high, handsomely made, and trots and canters:—the latter had an iron grey mare, 7 or 8 years old, about 14 hands high, and has no brand. Extract of a letter dated Lewistown in Kentucky, October 14.
"A treaty was opened on the 24th of last month at Post Vincennes, with 7 nations of Indians, viz.—The Bel Rivers, Weachteou, Pinkishaws, Potawathems, Kickapoo, Kikakias, and Musqueoums—and concluded on the 27th, which nations have buried the hatchet, and are now entirely broke off from the league of the war nations."
"There are now the principal chiefs of these na-
tions, 16 in number, with three of their women, on their way to Congress, here with me at this place. They are to proceed from hence up the Ohio river to Pittsburg and Philadelphia."
Extract of a letter from an officer in the United States army, at Fort Jefferson, to his friend in N. York, dated September 13, 1792.
"As for peace, it is entirely out of the question; the savages are determined for war."
"To give you an idea of this place—read some Fairy Tale; a cruel giant's castle, in the midst of an almost impenetrable forest, surrounded by moats, swamps, &c. &c. secluded from all the rest of mankind, and you have the picture complete. As for music, we have at night the most enchanting concert of wolves, bears, panthers, &c. imaginable. At this instant there is one of the latter, (or some devil of an Indian, who can imitate them all) howling round the garrison, a note sufficient to strike terror to the heart of man. There are very few nights that we are not under arms, being alarmed by our centinels firing on the enemy, who we know, have two or three spies constantly about us. We dare not go beyond the gates; however, thank God, we want neither provisions, water, ammunition, nor men."
"From every circumstance, there is not the smallest doubt of the next campaign's being a bloody one."
Died in Shepherd's-Town, on Wednesday last, after a few days illness, Captain Charles Morr.
FOR TWO YEARS have now elapsed since the first publication of this Paper—the Editor returns his most unfeigned thanks to the Public for the patronage bestowed on his labours.—As his business is attended with a heavy expence, he solicits those who are in arrears to make payment up to the present time, which will the better enable him to prosecute his undertaking with greater satisfaction to his employers, and credit to himself. N. WILLIS.
A WATCH LOST.
LOST, on Friday last, between Mr. Coudman's, on Opekeon-Creek, and this town, a SILVER WATCH, with an enamelled face, the maker's name Thomas Wagstaff; the had a small steel chain, a silver seal with the letters I. G. I. and two small keys. Whoever has found the above Watch, and will leave her with Mr. Nicholas Chopper, shall have Two Dollars reward.
Martinsburg, November 17, 1792.
To be RENTED for three years, That well-known, commodious T A V E R N, Belonging to the Subscriber, situated in the centre of MARTINSBURG.
This House, for situation and convenience, is not equalled by any one in the place for public business. For terms, apply to
ALEXANDER ROGERS.
P. S. All Persons indebted to him, are desired to settle their accounts, if they do not pay. November 19. 1792.
TO BE SOLD, A likely, active Negro Wench,
About 30 years old, who is a good wather, ironer, and cook, and can make a good hand at plantation work. For further particulars, inquire of William Cherry, at Charlesstown, or the Printer hereof. November 19, 1792.
TAKEN up by the Subscriber, about three weeks ago, a small bay HORSE. He has three white feet, and a sore back—no brand perceivable. The owner is desired to come, prove the property, pay charges, and take him away.
WILLIAM BURNS.
November 19. 1792.
STRAYED, or driven away from Mr. James Russell's plantation, about the last of August, a dark-red COW, 5 years old, has a bit out of her left ear, very long hair between her horns and about the head, and was dry. Also, a yearling white HEIFER, with brown ears, both crop'd, with a hole in one and a slit in the other. Whoever will take up said strays, and give information to Mr. Ephraim Gaither, or the Printer hereof, so that the owner may get them again, shall have Ten Shillings reward, and reasonable charges.
November 16. 1792.
A List of Letters remaining in the Post-Office, Martinsburg, which if not taken away before the first day of January next, will be sent to the General Post-Office in Philadelphia, as dead letters.
 F. James Fawler, care of James Campbell, Esq.  H. James Harken.  M. Lewis Moore. Andrew McDonald.  P. Thomas Peterkin.  W. William Wilson. 
DAVID HUNTER, P. M.
Nov. 19, 1792.

SEAT OF THE MUSES.
ODE TO THE TUSCAN GRAPE.
HAIL thou mirth inspiring Grape; Hail thou balm of human woe; Our hearts, by thee with joy elate, Without thee sink to shades below.
Who can suffer pain with thee? Who with thee can think of care? Thou can'st all our pains relieve, The saddest heart raise up and cheer.
Thy rich juices will assuage Anguish, torture, fear, and smart; Back to manhood bring old age— Every pleasure will impart.
Life, we know, at best is short, We will then our time employ, Not in cares for future sport, But in present mirth and joy.
Grant me numbers then of wine, Of thy choicest vintage give— Joy and pleasure then are mine, Then alone it is I live.
A N E C D O T E.
Not long since, two gentlemen, D. and L. stood candidates for a seat in the State Legislature of New-York—they were violently opposed to each other. By some artifice D. gained the election. When he was returning home, much elated with success, he met a gentleman, an acquaintance of his—"well," says D. "I have got the election—L. was no match for me—I'll tell you how I stung him—If there happened any Dutch voters, I could talk Dutch with them—and there I had the advantage of him. If there were any Frenchmen, I could talk French with them and there I had the advantage of him. But as to L. he was a clever, honest, sensible little fellow."—"Yes sir," replies the gentleman "and there he had the advantage of you."
4 Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the Subscriber, on the 21st instant, living in Fairfax County, near Difficult Bridge, a Mulatto Boy named NED, between fifteen and sixteen years old, near five feet high, has some scars on his back and head, has short black hair, and is a smart active fellow. He had on when he ran away, an old blue great coat, tied round with a rope or strap, a pair of ragged linen trowsers, he had no shoes, under his coat he had on an old fear-nought jacket, and tow linen shirt, he had a good wool hat. Whoever will take up said run away and convey him to me, or secure him in goal so that I get him again, shall have the above reward, and reasonable charges.
JOHN MARCHANT.
Fairfax County, October 30, 1772.
F O R S A L E,
449 Acres of LAND, lying on New-Creek, in Hampshire County, within 2 1/2 miles of Potowmac River, 200 acres of which land are tillable, 50 acres are cleared and under fence, 4 or 5 acres are in good meadow, and much more may be added. The land is thin, but valuable, being convenient to navigation, which is daily improving—boats now load at the mouth of New-Creek. A general warrantee will be given the purchaser.
For terms, apply to THOMAS WHITTAKER, near Charlestown.
Sept. 14, 1792.
T O B E S O L D,
A tract of very good unimproved Land, Containing 288 acres, known by the name of the Silver mine, 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, apply to the subscriber, who will give an indispitable title.
DAVID WOLGAMOTT.
August 6, 1792.
N. B. The above described land abounds with Iron ore of an excellent quality.
The Baptist Church of Christ, called Great Bethel, in the vicinity of Union Town, to the Religious Societies of every denomination, and to the Baptist in particular, tendeth greeting.
WHEREAS we have been informed, that a certain JOHN HOPWOOD, when abroad, assumes the character of a Baptist Preacher, and has actually presumed to preach in the city of Philadelphia, and other places. These are, therefore, to certify, that he is a member of no religious society whatever, and was publicly excommunicated from the church of Great Bethel, in Union Town; and that he is an impostor, whatever pretensions he may make, or writings he may produce, to the contrary. We therefore warn you to beware of him, and receive him not into your houses, nor bid him God speed, in the capacity of a Preacher.
Signed, by order of the Church.
DAVID LOOFBOURROW, Minister, ANTHONY SWAIN, Clerk,
October 6, 1792.
To the Public in general, and the Baptist Society in particular.
Whereas the malice of DAVID LOOFBOURROW, and his adherents, have now reached the public prints, it leaves me no other alternative for my vindication but to meet them on that ground; and although their arrogance has betrayed them into the unparalleled measures to request the public not to believe any testimony on my behalf whatever, yet I am sure the candid and judicious reader will for that reason suspend his opinion, till he can be further informed; especially when he sees their advertisement replete with terms odious to civil society, and to human nature itself, to say nothing about religion. For the present I can only inform the public, that I never was in communion nor fellowship in a religious sense with said Loofbourrow, or his party, and that long since they mocked that sacred ordinance of excommunication (to feast their spite) I have been chosen by the church to which I belong la-elder, writing clerk, messenger to the association, and received as such, as by documents of the association 1791, and of the church preceding that time, will fully appear, to which I appeal for the truth of what I say. Until they can be brought forward, well attested, I submit what has been said to the public candor.
JOHN HOPWOOD.
October 31, 1792.
LANDS FOR LANDS.
TO BE DISPOSED OF,
FOUR Hundred Acres of Land, (called MAHON'S) lying on Potowmac-creek, Monongalia County, upon which there are upwards of 40 acres of the belt 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 meadow, 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 Monongalia river—the State road from Morgan-Town to the little Kenhawa passes near or through the said land.
One Thousand Acres on Bingerman's creek, held by preemption-right, a great proportion of meadow, and well watered, which lies in the same county, the upland of good quality, about 10 miles farther 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 very 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.
HARP AND CROWN TAVERN.
THE Subscriber, from the liberal encouragement he has met with since his commencement at this house, returns his unfeigned thanks to the Public; and informs them, that he has received an assortment of the purest liquors, such as Wines of the first quality, old Jamaica Spirit, Coniac Brandy, Gin, Porter, &c. &c. He has also, stableage for 50 horses, in addition to his former, and has procured hostlers sufficient to attend the same.
FLORENCE MAHONY.
October 6, 1792.
F O R S A L E,
By the Printer hereof, Blank Deeds of Bargain and Sale.
JUST RECEIVED,
And now for SALE, by
McSHERRY AND STARKEY,
At their
New cheap Store,
IN MARTINSBURG,
A neat assortment of
FALL GOODS,
Suitable to the approaching Season.
A L S O,
A general Assortment of
Wines, Spirits, and Groceries,
Which they will sell on reasonable terms, for cash flour, wheat, rye, corn, oats, bees-wax, and most kinds of country produce.
October 29, 1792.
Copper and Tin WARE.
THE SUBSCRIBER,
In the most respectful manner, informs the Public in general, and the Inhabitants of Martinsburg, and its vicinity in particular, that he has commenced business in the Copper and Tin Line, in said Town, where they may be furnished, on the shortest notice, and most reasonable terms, with Copper and Tin Ware, of every description; and hopes, from the goodness of his work, and moderation of his Prices, to merit the patronage of a generous public.
Having just received a large quantity of Copper, he is enabled to comply with the commands of those who may wish to employ him—and is their devoted humble servant,
CHRISTOPHER BRIDENHART.
N. B. The highest price will be allowed, in cash, or new work given in exchange, for old copper, brass, pewter or lead.
An active Boy would be taken as an apprentice to the above business.
Martinsburg, October 23, 1792.
A Meeting of the Overseers of the Poor of this County, is appointed at the house of Robert McKnight, in Martinsburg, on the third Tuesday in next month, in order to lay the parish levy. All persons having any claims, are desired to attend.
Per order. ROBERT COCKBURN, c.o.p.
October 26, 1792.
Patrick Boyle,
Begs leave to inform the Public, that he has opened Store in MARTINSBURG, in the house of Mr. FREDERICK SNYDER, where he is furnished with
A neat assortment of
GOODS,
Suitable for the Season,
Among which are the following, viz.
COARSE and fine Cloths, Coatings and Blankets, Chintzes, both wide and narrow. Calicoes, Moreens. Joan's Spining. Durants and Calimancoes, Silks. Sattins. Mantuas and Modes, Muslins. Lawns, and Cambricks, Velvets. Royal Rib's. Corduroys and Thicksets A variety of Jacket Patterns of the newest fashions, Mens' and Women's Saddles and Bridles, A large assortment of fine Hats, Coarse and fine Hose. Irish Linens, Glass. Stone, Delph and Queens Ware, A good assortment of Hard Ware Madeira, Lisbon, and Teneriff Wines, Jamaica Spirits and common Rum, Sugar, Coffee, and Chocolate, Hylon, Souchong, Hyson-skin, Green and Bohea Teas.
All which he will sell on the lowest terms, either for cash, or country produce.
October 22, 1792.