Gazette of the United States. (Philadelphia [Pa.]), 1796-05-30 00:00:00

Thomas
Gazette of the United States
NUMBER 1162.]
PHILADELPHIA, MONDAY EVENING MAY 30, 1796.
[VOLUME IX.]
FOR SALE,
The CARGO of Brig Fly, captain Hubber, arrived this day, from Jeremie, 143 Hhds. } Prime Green Coffee, } 270,000 wt 1267 Bags } 500 Bags COCOA, 64,000 wt 6 Bales COTTON. The Cargo has been put on board with an intention to proceed to Europe, and is reported at Custom House for that purpose. The quality is prime. Samples can be seen.
The Fly
Is an almost new vessel, and will be sold with or without the cargo. Can proceed immediately. A liberal Credit will be given. Apply to Peter Blight.
Ma 28 110
TO BE SOLD,
1st. A Three-story brick House, No. 30, N. Second street. The lot is about 21 feet front, and 238 feet deep, to Broad-street, or Moravian Alley. It has long been one of the best stands for business. 2d. A frame Dwelling-House, No. 250, South Front-street, with a Bake-House, the Lot is about 17 feet front, by 130 feet in depth. 3d. A handsome Lot of 25 feet by 300 feet deep, extending from Third street to George-street; it is the 3d Lot below South-street: on George-street there is a two story brick tenement, a frame ditto adjoining, with a good Bake oven. Likewise a LARGE MEADOW FARM, situate on the River Delaware, at a convenient distance from Philadelphia Market—the Meadow is of the best quality, and in good bank. There are commodious buildings, with a good proportion of arable and woodland, and Cedar Swamp. For terms apply to JOHN LITTLE, No. 40 North Sixth-street. March 28th, 1796. dtf
FOR SALE,
The Copper Bottomed Ship LADY LOUISA, WITH all her materials, as she came from sea. Likewise to be disposed of A number of CANNON and SMALL ARMS, For terms apply to Parker & Wharton,
May 2 $
Just Arrived,
And for sale by the Sloop TWO BROTHERS, Samuel Marchant, master, a quantity of Tar, Pitch, and Indigo: Also for Sale, The said Sloop, Burthen about 400 Barrels. SHE is a good strong vessel, and has been chiefly employed as a Coaster. If not sold in a few days will be sold in freight, and proceed direct for Newbury Port. Apply to ISAAC HARVEY, jun. May 5. No. 5, S. Water Street $1m
For BRISTOL,
THE NEW SHIP PHILADELPHIA, THEODORE BLISS, Master, WILL take Goods on Freight, and be ready to receive them in a few days. For freight or passage apply to Thomas & John Clifford. Who have for Sale, besides their usual assortment of Ironmongery, Cutlery, Saddlery, &c. Cases of Glass and Earthen Ware; Crates of Vials; boxes of long and short Pipes; Bristol crown Glass assorted, from 18 by 12 inches, to 6 inches by 7; Copper Sheets and Buttons; Boxes of Tin Plates; London and Bristol Pewter in Casks assorted; Bristol Grindstones; Garnet & Co's patent Sheaves for Blocks. Also, a bale of BROADCLOTHS and CASSIMERE; And a few Pipes of OLD MADEIRA WINE. April 11. 2aw.
For sale or charter,
The Sloop Betsey, JOHN DAWKINS, Master, BURTHEN about 800 barrels, now laying at the subscriber's wharf, and ready to receive a cargo immediately. For terms apply to the captain on board, or JOSEPH SIMS. WHO HAS FOR SALE, And now landing from said Sloop, Port-au-Prince Molasses and Coffee, also, Pale, Quilled, Yellow, and Red Bark, Malaga Wine, Imperial and Hyson Teas of the First Quality, &c. May 23 $
For Sale,
THE SHIP COLUMBIA, WILL carry about 2400 barrels, is sixteen months old, well found, and may be fitted for sea at a small expense. For terms apply to Benjamin Greenleaf, the Master, on board, at Vine street wharf, or to SAMUEL COATES, No. 32 South Front Street. May 23 $7.
For HAMBURGH,
The Danish Brigantine Den Nye Prøve, PETER HANSEN, Master; A fine stout vessel. Will be ready to take in her cargo on the 1st of May. For freight or passage apply to Rois & Simon. April 25. dtf.
For SALE, or CHARTER,
THE SNOW BOSTON, BURTHEN about 2000 Bbls. of flour—she may be sent to sea at a small expense, her sails and rigging being in very good order—apply to James Campbell, or George Latimer. April 29. $
Wanted to Purchase,
A good, well fitted, fast sailing VESSEL, of about 1200 Barrels burthen. Apply to PETER KUHN. May 28 $6
John Miller, jun & Co.
No. 8 Chestnut Street, Have received by the Ship BIRMINGHAM PACKET, From Calcutta, 160 Bales of Bengal Goods, 10,000 Pieces Nankeens, Of a Superior Quality. 350 Bags of SUGAR, Which they will sell on advantageous terms May 10. $
Landing,
From on board the Brig Abigail, from Liverpool, EARTHEN WARE, in Crates; and A quantity of COAL; FOR SALE, BY Thomas & John Kettland. April 20. $
Landing,
At Russell's wharf, the CARGO of the Ship Lady Louisa, James Cooper, master, from China, and the Cape of Good Hope, CONSISTING OF SUGAR, in Casks and Bags; WINES, in Butts and Half Butts of superior quality; A small quantity of BRANDY; And a few Red HANDKERCHIEFS. FOR SALE BY Parker & Wharton, No. 109, South Water-street. April 26. $
Just Arrived,
In the Snow Boston, James Kirkpatrick, master from Liverpool, 5000 Bushels SALT; 100 Crates QUEENS WARE; and An Assortment of SHIP CHANDLERY; FOR SALE On board, at Pine-street wharf.—Apply to James Campbell, or George Latimer. April 29. $
WANTED,
ON Loan, for two or three years—2000 Dollars for which a mortgage on Land will be given as security. The land is clear of every encumbrance. Enquire of the Printer. Jan. 9. d.
New Wholesale and Retail,
By WILLIAM M'DOUGALL, No. 134 Market-street, 3d door from the corner of Fourth, South side. MENS' Black American and English Hats, of various qualities and prices Ditto Dribs and Green-unders Ladies' ditto, black And a large assortment of fancy ditto Colored Beavers With a great variety of elegant and fashionable trimmings, &c. Youth's black and drab co., N. B. The Hats finished in the newest fashion. May 7. dmf
Country Seat for sale.
An elegant House, and highly cultivated Farm, on the east bank of Hudson's river, bounded on the north by Verplanck's Point, and distant forty-five miles from New York; the farm consists of 295 acres, and is one of the most picturesque and beautiful situations on the Continent; commanding an extensive and varied prospect; the soil is rich, and the house is a handsome two story double building, in the most modern style, finished with much taste, and possesses every requisite for the accommodation of a genteel family; there are also on the premises a new overseer's-house, a new barn, extensive stables, cow-shed, cider-house, smoke-house, poultry house, &c. There are abundance of fruit trees comprehending all the choicest kinds which could be procured from the nurseries about town, now in full bearing; and a well stocked kitchen garden. A Sloop goes twice a week to the city, from a landing convenient to the farm, and the Albany post road forms the eastern boundary. The house, &c. are kept in near order, for the reception of the purchaser on the shortest notice, who might also be accommodated with about 120 acres adjoining the farm on the south, the greatest part of which breaches along the river, which abounds with oysters and a variety of fish. Should he be averse to farming, there are many respectable neighbours who would work it on advantageous terms. Apply to GEORGE & HUGH POLLOCK, Governor's Lane, New York, or to JOSEPH ANTHONY & CO. Philadelphia. May 27 $1m
TO BE SOLD,
A NEAT three story Brick House, almost new, situate on the south side of Filbert, midway between Ninth and Tenth Streets. For terms apply at No. 71, North Water Street. May 14. dtf.
Stop Thief!
RAN away from the Subscriber, a black apprentice boy, about 18 years of age, smooth faced, and remarkably well built. He took with him several suits of clothes—one of livery, blue, turned with yellow—a pair of dove coloured plush breeches—a brown schoner faced with black plush. Broke open the day he went away a trunk and stole therefrom nine pieces of gold—the property of Mr. Gilbert, and picked the pocket of Gen. Crabb of 15 dollars. Any person who will secure said thief shall be well rewarded by W. COOPER, 127 Arch Street. May 23. [df]
This Day published,
Price 37 1/2 Cents Mr. AMES'S SPEECH ON THE BRITISH TREATY. Sold by William Young, corner of Second and Chestnut streets, and by the Booksellers generally. May 19. $
INSURANCE OFFICE.
JACOB SHOEMAKER, HAVING been encouraged by several of his friends, to Undertake the Business of an INSURANCE BROKER, to which he served as Apprenticeship, has this Day opened an Office at his Dwelling, No. 29, North Water-Street; Where he will be glad to execute Orders in that Line, and hopes by his Attention and Punctuality, to give full Satisfaction to all those who may be pleased to favour him with their Business. May 26. d3othjn.
TEN DOLLARS REWARD.
ABSCONDED, on the night of Thursday last, the 7th inst. BOSTON MURRAY, a black indentured servant, 18 or 19 years of age, and about 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high; one of his eyes is defective in the corner towards his nose. His apparel consisted of a buff-colored round jacket, with a Muncher well under it; a pair of fustian trowsers, and under them a light mixed cloth pair of breeches. Whoever apprehends the said servant, and returns him, or confines him in any jail in Pennsylvania or Jersey, so that I recover him shall receive the above reward, together with reasonable charges. MOORE WHARTON, No. 109, Spruce-street. April 11. dtf
John Miller, jun. & Co.
No. 8 Chestnut Street, Have imported in the late vessels from Europe, A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF SPRING GOODS, Amongst which are Striped and clouded NANKEENS, Dimities and Muslins, HATS, Nearly assorted in packages, IRISH LINENS, ditto, All which they will sell on the most reasonable terms, for Cash or the usual credit. May 11. $
The Subscribers
Have for Sale, the following Goods: viz. India Muslins, various qualities; Do. Bandanna Handkerchiefs Do. Persian Cotton Shirts, at 7s. each, Nankeens, long pieces, Do. short pieces Chinese Sewing Silk Do. Lutestring, Ditto Satins Persian Taffeties An elegant set of Nankin Table China ware, English pattern Best Hyson Tea Russia Duck Ravens Do. Huckaback Russia Tallow Malaga ditto Lisbon ditto 40 Hhds. Jamaica Sugar Coffee in bds. and barrels. May 27. $3
Philips, Gramond & Co.
Yazoo Lands.
May be had at the Editor's Office 119, Chestnut-street. A few Copies of "A Report of the Attorney General to Congress," containing a Collection of CHARTERS, TREATIES and other DOCUMENTS, relative to and explanatory of the Title to the Land situate in the South Western parts of the United States, and claimed by certain Companies under a law of the State of Georgia, passed January 7th, 1795.
Table Cloths, &c.
MAURICE MOYNIHAN, No. 81, North Second, a few doors above Arch St. INFORMS his Friends and the Public, that he has for Sale on reasonable terms, Damask Table Cloths, of different sizes, with Napkins to match the figure of the cloth. Diapers, Irish Linens, Sarpettes, Sheetings, Persians, Checks, English patent Silk Hose, Coarse Muslins, &c. &c. Also, an assortment of China, Glass, and Queen's Ware; Amongst which are Blue & enameled Breakfast Cups & Saucers, China Jars and Bickers, Decanters, Do. Gillons Wine Glasses, &c. Half-Gallon Crates will be put up at the Square Pint & Half-Pint credit given. May 25. $
Advertisement.
WE the subscribers, Commissioners appointed by law to take subscriptions for the Gap, Newport, and Wilmington Turnpike Road, do hereby give notice, that we will attend for that purpose at the house of Samuel Cochran, on the 6th day of June next. JOSHUA BUSBY, JOHN M'DOWELL, JAMES BOYD, JACOB LINDLEY. Chester County, 25th April, 1796. [May 7. $1m]
The Partnership of
George Kennard & Co. OF Duck Creek, being this day dissolved by mutual consent, those having claims against said partnership are requested to call on the subscriber, and such as are indebted, will please make payment to GEORGE KENNARD. May 17, 1796. (235:1m)
LISBON SALT.
The cargo of the Snow Boa Esperanca, for Sale, by PRAGENS & Co. Who has also for Sale, 48 Hogsheads Prime St. Croix SUGAR. May 24. $1w.
Notice is hereby Given,
THAT in pursuance of an act of the General Assembly of Pennsylvania, entitled "An Act to enable the Governor of this Commonwealth, to incorporate a Company for making an artificial Road from an intersection of the Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike road near the Gap Tavern, in Lancaster county, to Newport and Wilmington in the State of Delaware," the commissioners in said act appointed will procure five books and attend at the respective places therein mentioned to receive subscriptions for stock in the company, viz. One book will be opened in the city of Philadelphia. One in the Borough of Lancaster, one at Straburg, in the county of Lancaster, one in the Borough of Wilmington, and one at the house of Samuel Cochran in the county of Chester. The Subscribers, agreeably to their appointment in and by said act, will attend at the City Tavern in Philadelphia, with one of said Books, on Monday, the 6th day of June next, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, until 4 in the afternoon, and for the two days following, if necessary, for the purpose aforesaid; on the first of the said days, any person of the age of 21 years shall be at liberty to subscribe in his own or any other name or names by whom he shall be authorized for one share, on the second day for one or two shares, and on the third day for one, two, or three shares, and in any succeeding day, (if the said books shall continue longer open) for any number of shares in the said stock. Every person previously to subscribing in said books must pay to the attending commissioners twenty five dollars for every share to be subscribed.
GEORGE LATIMER, ROBERT WALN, NATHL. LEWIS, ABIJAH DAWES. Philadelphia, May 7. $1m.
FOR SALE
By MORDECAI LEWIS, The remains of the Cargo by the Pigeon, from Canton, viz. WIDE and narrow Nankeens 70 Quarter Casks Boulong Tea 20 Tubs Quicksilver, and A quantity of Tea-Table and Dining China. May 7. 310w3m
For Sale,
A few Casks of First Quality INDIGO. Enquire at No. 71, South Water street. May 2. cht & f tf
Imported,
In the ship Birmingham Packet, from Calcutta, and for sale by the Package, by Samuel & Miers Fisher, Tanned Coffees, Bitha, and other Barks, Bihar Hankerchiefs, Persian Taffeties, Humhums, Flower'd and spotted Emberies, Bandannas. With a variety of other goods from that place, and a general assortment of European SPRING GOODS, as usual. Also, Long and short Pipes, in boxes of 5 gross each, An assortment of Stone Jugs and Pitchers, Queen's Ware, in Crates and Casks, Glass Ware, in Crates and Casks, Sheathing Paper, by the Bale, Teneriffe Malaga, & WINES Sherry Spermacei Candles, and A general assortment of Irish Linens, Received per ship Glasgow, from Dublin, by the package. May 12. $1w3w3m
FOR SALE,
A very Valuable Estate, CALLED TWITTENHAM, situate in the township of Upper Derby, and county of Delaware, 7 1/2 miles from Philadelphia, and half a mile from the new Western road; containing 330 acres of excellent land, 45 of which are good watered meadow, 90 of prime woodland, and the rest arable of the first quality. There are on the premises a good two story brick house, with 4 rooms on a floor, and cellars under the whole, with a pump-well of excellent water in front; a large frame barn, stables, and other convenient buildings; a smoke-house and stone spring-house; two good apple orchards, and one of peaches, &c. The fields are all in clover, except those immediately under tillage, and are so laid out as to have the advantage of water in each of them, which renders it peculiarly convenient for grazing. The situation is pleasant and healthy, and from the high cultivation of the land, the good neighbourhood, and the vicinity to the city, it is very suitable for a gentleman's country seat. The foregoing is part of the estate of Jacob Harman, deceased, and offered for sale by Mordecai Lewis, Surviving Executor. Oct. 9. co.]
CHINA GOODS.
THE SHIP ATLANTIC, Silas Sabaar, Commander, from Canton, will commence the discharge of her cargo to-morrow morning at Walnut-street wharf Consisting of Yellow and white Nankeens of excellent quality Persian Taffeties, black and coloured Lustrings, do. do. Satins black of various qualities Sewing silks in assorted colours Vermillion in boxes Cassia in chests Quicksilver in jars BOHEA, SOUCHONG, HYSON SKIN, YOUNG HYSON BEST HYSON, IMPERIAL, CHINA WARE, ornamental, with Table and Tea Sets generally assorted. WHITE SUGARS, and a quantity of First quality Bengal SALT PETRE. For Sale by Philip Nicklin & Co. April 8. t.l.b.s.
FOR SALE.
A FOUNT of BREYER, half worn; about four hundred weight. Enquire at the Office of the Gazette of the United States, No. 119 Chestnut-street. $

MR. GREEN'S NIGHT. New Theatre. On Monday Evening, May 30, Will be performed, the Tragedy of M A C B E T H.    Macbeth, Mr. Chalmers.  Mr. Warrell.    Duncan, Mr. Green.  Mr. Warrell, jun.    Malcolm, Mr. Warrell, jun.  Master Warrell.    Donalbaine, Mr. Warrell.  Mr. Moreton.    Macduff, Mr. Moreton.  Mr. Marshall.    Lenox, Mr. Marshall.  Mr. Whitlock.    Banquo, Mr. Whitlock.  Miss Solomon.    Fleance, Miss Solomon.  Mr. Morris.    Seward, Mr. Morris.  Mr. Steele.    Seyton, Mr. Steele.     Murderers, Messrs. Darley, jun., Morgan and Solomon. Lady Macbeth, Mrs. Darley. Hecate, Mrs. Warrell. Witches, Miss Bates, Warrell, and Francis. Robbins, Bates, Warrell, Francis, Blissett, Mitchell, Mrs. Marshall. Mrs. Warrell, Mrs. Oldmixon, Mrs. Hervey, Miss Milbourne, Miss Rowton, Mrs. Bates, Mrs. Doctor, &c.  The Vocal Parts by In act II. A Regal Banquet. In act IV. Incantation and Dance of Witches. In act V. Grand Battle with the Defeat and Death of Macbeth. End of the Play, Mr. Bates will sing the Comic Medley of Four-and-twenty Fiddlers. After which, a new, grotesque Pantomime Ballet, (composed by Mr. Francis) called HARLEQUIN'S CLUB; Or, PUNCH in his Cups.    Harlequin, (the President)  Mr. Warrell, jun.    Pierrot  Sig. Doctor.    Scaramouch,  Mr. Darley, jun.    Bumpkin, (the Clown)  Mr. Blissett.    Waiter,  Master Warrell.    Punch, (Vice President)  Mr. Francis.    Londady,  Mr. Rowton.    Groupe, Miss Bates, Morgan, Mitchell, Mrs. De Marque, Miss Milbourne, Miss Rowton, Miss Oldfield, Mrs. Bates, Mrs. Gillingham, Mad. Lege, Mrs. Doctor, Mrs. Hervey, and Miss Gilalie. To which will be added, A Farce, (never performed here) called THE GHOST.    Sir Jeffrey Constant,  Mr. Warrell.    Captain Constant,  Mr. Darley, jun.    Clinch,  Mr. Green.    Truely,  Mr. Francis.    Roger,  Mr. Bates.    Belinda,  Mrs. Hervey.    Dorothy,  Mrs. Shaw.    On Wednesday, the Comedy of THE RAGE, and the Comic Opera of THE MIDNIGHT WANDERERS —for the benefit of Mrs. Shaw. Mr. and Mrs. Francis's Night will be on Monday.
ADVERTISEMENT. TRANSFERS of the right to remove pains and inflammations from the human body, as secured to DR. ELISHA PERKINS , by patent, with instruments and directions necessary for the practice, are to be sold at No. 128 North Second Street. This mode of treatment is particularly useful in relieving pains in the head, face, teeth, breast, side, stomach, back, rheumatism, recent gout, &c. &c. Notwithstanding the utility of this practice, it is not presumed but there are cases in which this and every other remedy may sometimes fail. May 30 3t
LOST. THIS afternoon, between Mr. Ross's Stores and Mr. Connell's Auction Room, A Red Morocco Pocket Book, containing a number of papers that can be of no service but to the owner; among the rest, a number of Certificates for Lots in the town of Milford, signed John Biddis. Whoever has found the same, and will leave it with the Printer hereof, or the subscriber, at his lodgings, sign of the Oley Waggou, in Third Street, above Vine Street, shall be handsomely rewarded. JOHN BIDDIS. May 28, 1796. N. B. The Public are cautioned against receiving or negotiating any of the above mentioned Certificates; except from persons that they know, as it is possible they may have fallen into dishonest hands. May 30 eo3t
Teneriffe Wine. TENERIFFE WINE, in pipes, hogheads, and quarter casks, and 170 Filtering Stones, just arrived per the Schooner Bolly & Sally from Teneriffe, and for Sale by John Craig, No. 12 Dock Street. WHO HAS ALSO FOR SALE, Best Soft-shell'd ALMONDS, RAISINS in Frails. SHERRY WINE, in Quarter-Casks, Irish CANVAS, Bristol and Irish WINDOW GLASS. May 30 eo
Will be landed, TOMORROW MORNING, at South Street wharf, the Cargo of Brig Peggy, capt. Kilby, from Anatto Bay, Jamaica. 100 Hhds. Sugar, 76 Hhds. Coffee, 300 Bags Ginger. For Sale by PETER BLIGHT, May 30 eo2w
MAPS OF MARYLAND. I HAVE a quantity of Maps which I will dispose of on very advantageous terms to any person inclining to purchase—and will also sell the plates and copy right. The Map is laid down from actual measurement of all the principal waters and public roads in the State—was executed under the patronage of the Legislature thereof, and is now at press by it at their Session—Apply at No. 59, north Second Street. D. GRIFFITH. Philadelphia May 28, *G.t.d.
Sales of Coffee. NEXT Wednesday, precisely at 12 o'clock, on Stamper's Wharf, near Spruce Street. Will be sold by Auction. A Quantity of Coffee, saved from the Wreck of the Ship Henry & Charles, Captain Slade, stranded on Cape Henry, and sold for the Benefit of the Underwriters. WM. SHANON, Auctioneer. May 30
From the Centinel of the North Western Territory. CINCINNATI, February 20. At a meeting of a number of the inhabitants of the Township of Columbia, at the house of Mr. William Stanley, on Monday the 25th of January 1796, pursuant to public notice. Judge Goshorth being placed in the Chair, a motion was made for reading the ordinance of Congress for the government of the North Western Territory, which being done, a motion was made that a committee be appointed to examine the said Ordinance, and inquire into the grievances of the citizens, when Judge Goshorth, Mr. Wm. Brown, Mr. Daniel Lambert, Mr. Joseph Reader and Capt. Ephraim Kibbey, were a committee appointed for the purposes aforesaid, and were instructed to report to the citizens on Monday the first day of February next ensuing at 4 o'clock P. M., at the house of Mr. Wm. Stanley, to which time and place the meeting adjourned. Monday, February 1. The inhabitants met agreeably to adjournment. The Rev John Smith being placed in the chair, the committee appointed at the former meeting, delivered their report in writing, which was twice read, and is as follows, viz. Mr. Chairman, Your committee agreeably to your appointment and instructions of the 25th ult. have devoted as much of the small portion of time allotted them to examine the Ordinance of Congress of the 13th of July, one thousand seven hundred and eighty seven and to enquire into the grievances of the citizens of the North Western Territory. Your committee are well aware that you have placed them in a peculiar dilemma, on the one hand if they should not speak with the firmness and liberality becoming citizens, you would not hesitate to charge them with tarnishing the glory of the American character; and view them as having degenerated to the despicable rank of slaves and sycophants—and on the other hand, should they speak with faithfulness and candor, they are sure to be enveloped in the sulminating tempests of their political superiors, and their minions. Your committee are of opinion, that the citizens of the North Western Territory, do by virtue of the aforesaid Ordinance, sustain a deprivation of the rights of freemen; and that by the movements of the executive and legislative departments, they have been neglected, aggrieved and insulted. First, The Ordinance consists of two parts, the first is a platform for the government of the North Western Territory, the second is a solemn and unalterable compact, entered into by the general government, and the citizens then among themselves, whose intrepidity might induce them, to migrate to this remote region. Congress at that period deeming it of national importance, that a lodgement should be made North West of the Ohio, and viewing it more advantageous to the first adventurers, that they should for a time surrender their elective privileges, than that they should come forward destitute of law and government, proposed the aforesaid Ordinance, backing it at the same time, with the solemn compact which the honor and faith of the nation is bound to perform, in which they have divided the Territory into states, and described their boundary lines. They appear not to wish to enslave the inhabitants of the Territory, thereby to raise up a number of degenerated citizens, who might be useful in the hands of designing men to subvert and overturn the general government, so far from it, that they have declared in the fifth article of the compact, that "whenever any of the said states shall have sixty thousand free inhabitants therein, such state shall be admitted by its delegates into the Congress of the United States, on an equal footing with the original states in all respects whatever and shall be at liberty to form a permanent constitution and state government" the Congress have carried the matter farther, in the same article of the compact, they go on to say, "so far as it can be consistent with the general interest of the confederacy, such admission shall be allowed at an earlier period, and when there may be a less number of free inhabitants in the state than sixty thousand." And as the federal constitution, which is of later date than the Ordinance, has determined that the number of representatives in the union shall be as one to thirty thousand citizens, and as it cannot be supposed that Congress will curtail the privileges of those citizens, who at every risk have extended their possessions, the presumption is, that if we have thirty thousand free inhabitants within any of our Territorial states, they will cheerfully restore us to the rights of freemen; but it seems to be the opinion of some of the best informed citizens, that if the back posts are given up we shall have sixty thousand souls in the eastern state within a year. It is true Congress by the first article of the Ordinance, have a right, if they choose to exercise it, to divide the Territory into two districts; but the moment any of the states in the Territory have sixty thousand free inhabitants, they are no longer bound by the division, it is then they are to experience a resurrection to the enjoyments of the rights of freemen—and the faith of the United States is concerned in its completion, and your committee have no doubt, but Congress would glory in effecting it. Congress have evinced their great regard for our safety, and well being, having expended the whole revenue of the union for several years, in order to afford us ample protection, which demands our acknowledgments & gratitude—and your committee are of opinion, that the inhabitants of the Territory have only to complain of one single instance, in which they have been aggrieved by the general government, which they deem it their duty to mention; in the Ordinance we find these words, "there shall also be appointed a court to consist of three judges, any two of whom to form a court," since which we are taught by the declaration of the judges, and their practice, that one judge forms a court. By what fatality the alteration could have taken place, without the acquiescence, or even the knowledge of the people so immediately interested, your committee presume not to divine, but by the alteration, the property and lives of the citizens are suspended on the judgment of a single man. By
the Ordinance it appears, that the inhabitants of the Territory are placed under governors who are in every sense independent of the people—that they are governed by laws, without participating in the privilege of choosing their representatives, and that they are deprived of the benefit of the high court of chancery, which is deemed so essentially necessary to the interests of the several states in the union, and would be immediately so to the people of this Territory especially, when it is considered that the first judge of the supreme court, is perhaps, the greatest land jobber on the face of the earth, and must eventually, either mediately, or immediately, feel himself interested in many, if not most of the legal decisions respecting lands laying between the Miami rivers. These things your committee conclude, will justify the assertion, to wit, that the inhabitants of the Territory, sustain a deprivation of the rights of freemen. Secondly, it is the opinion of your committee, that by the frequent and long absence of the executive and high judicial officers of the Territory, by the infrequency of their sitting in their legislative capacities and the chasm in the proceedings of the supreme or general court, the people have languished for want of legislation, and suffered many inconveniences for want of the due execution of law, and consequently, that they have been neglected. Thirdly, your committee are of opinion, that the citizens have been made accountable to the laws that have not been promulgated, and subjected to judicial officers, the tenure of whose commissions, render them dependant on the will and pleasure of the executive, and consequently, that they have been aggrieved. Fourthly, your committee are of opinion, that the citizens have not only sustained a deprivation of the right of freemen, have been neglected and aggrieved, but also, that they have been insulted. It is much to be lamented that our species are naturally inclined to treat their fellow beings with neglect if not with oppression and insult, when they view them deprived of the rights of men. It is said, that when the British commissioners arrived in America, prior to the revolution, with the avowed purpose of collecting the duties on tea, &c. they viewed the Americans as insignificant beings, (being divested of their rights) and used when speaking of the then poor and distressed people of Boston, to call them the natives—In the same manner, and with the same spirit, his excellency Governor St. Clair, appears to look down upon the citizens of the North Western Territory, (they being stripped of their elective powers) he speaking of them, seems cautiously to avoid the common and respectful appellations of inhabitants, or citizens, and with great art, and in a diminutive way, makes use of the term Settlers, and assigns it as a reason, because they are settlers, therefore their judicial officers, should hold their commissions during his will and pleasure, his excellency's words are "in all new settlements, it is more for the public good that the judicial officers who are to be chosen from among the settlers should be appointed during pleasure" the whole of his excellency's famous resolution, may be seen in the ninety-third number of the Centinel of the North Western Territory. Where in the name of all the old whigs, does his Excellency expect to get his judicial officers from, does he wish to draft them from the British lines?—Or does he mean to use his influence with Congress to have them imported from Scotland? His Excellency seems to be so crouded with British and princely ideas, that he apparently plumes himself on his being analogous to a King and expresses himself as follows, "it is to be remarked, that there is some analogy between the powers of the King of England with respect to commissions; and those of the governor of this Territory." On motion, Resolved unanimously, that this meeting do approve of the report of the committee, and that all the proceedings of this, and the former meeting, shall be committed to the press. Resolved unanimously, that the Reverend John Smith be requested to see that the foregoing resolution is carried into effect. On motion, Resolved unanimously, that it is the opinion of the citizens assembled, that we ought to continue our usual respectful demeanour to the officers of government, and submission to the laws, without troubling the congress of the United States, or asking any favours from the high departments of the Territory, as we conceive it will be but a few months, before our legislature and our officers will be chosen from among ourselves, and be accountable to us. The governor and judges of our supreme, or general court, have a temporary power, to adopt any laws that they may find in the codes of the several states in the union, be they ever so ancient and obsolete, and should we receive them, with a few splices and convenient mutilations, it is of little consequence to us; when we consider the shortness of the time that our submission can be constitutionally called for. Resolved unanimously, that this meeting adjourn sine die. LEXINGTON, April 12. On the 20th ult. a certain James Wallace left the mouth of Bracken for the Miami, in a perogue laden with sundry kinds of produce, and the day following his craft was found at the house of one Coin, about six miles below the mouth of Coakle, by some person acquainted with Mr. Wallace, who is missing. From the appearance of blood in the craft and other circumstances, it is suspected he was inhumanly murdered. At the Three Islands he took in a man of the name of Barnabas Roberts, as a passenger, who has absconded, and is suspected to have been concerned in perpetrating the murder. Roberts has been lately discharged from the army, and was dressed in old regimentals. Coin is apprehended on suspicion, and now in Cincinnati jail. It is hoped every good citizen will use their exertions in apprehending said Roberts, in order to bring the truth to light, and the guilty offender to punishment. Roberts is between 30 and 40 years of age, five feet ten inches high, slim made and ordinary appearance.
WALPOLE (N.H.) May 17. The first report and the recent confirmation of the decision in the House of Representatives, in favor of the treaty occasioned the highest exultation, among the good subjects in this vicinity, and particularly in husbandmen congratulating each other upon the good news, and remarking that the plough would be again prospered, and the wheat of our valleys sold for a price. Last week returned from Philadelphia, Daniel Beck, Esq. the Federal Representative of Vermont. Passing other in exhibitions of gratitude to this genuine Republican. It was regretted by the inhabitants of Walpole that his route on the other side of the river precluded an opportunity to thank him for his patience of labor to investigate, eloquence to discuss, and success in gaming, a political question, contemplating the best interests of his country. Sober and good men wished to demonstrate their respect for one, who in battle was a valiant soldier and in debate an inflexible patriot, to whom without flattery, might be applied Pope's praise of the Duke of Argyl. "His country's thunder born to wield, And shake alike the SENATE and the field."
Philadelphia, MONDAY EVENING, May 30, 1796. Mr. Ames's Speech, when pronounced, was said to be the finest display of eloquence ever exhibited in this country. The audience were wrapped in silence, and most of the hearers found it impossible to restrain tears at his affecting description. It is probable that much of the spirit is lost in transcribing; so that the reader cannot enjoy the richness of the repart which must have regaled the audience. But as it appears on paper, it is a luxury to every man of taste and virtue. The speech has been charged with being rather an address to the heart than to the understanding. On reading it, we find there is some truth in the remark, that it is addressed to the heart. But it is not merely an address to the passions. It is rather an address to the moral sense. We do not recollect ever to have seen a more sublime and delicate display of what may be termed national morality .—The discourse every where enforces that strict regard to good faith and integrity between nations which constitute the morals of nations . This is a conspicuous trait in the speech, and the arguments drawn from this source are addressed, in a most delicate manner, to the heart, as well as to the understanding. [N. York Minerva.]
The Committee of Merchants, of London, had a meeting with Ministers on the subject of the alarming scarcity of money. The causes of this scarcity are stated to be; the advances made to government by the Bank; the drain of specie from exchange being against England; monopolies; and excessive speculation. Several financial schemes were proposed, to remove the evil; some borrowed from the French; the issuing a paper currency among others. The Morning Chronicle states, that the Bank has discounted to the usual amount, and that the disappointment on that ground arose from the excessive call for discounts. That paper states the cause of the decline, from a removal of the causes that originated it. The April Packet arrived at New York last Friday evening. She brings accounts to April 7. It is reported that there is an arrival at New York, which brings London accounts to April 9, one day later than those received here.
MARRIED —On Thursday evening last, by the Rev. Mr. John B. Smith, Mr. EDWARD CARNES, merchant, of Boston, to Miss REBECCA PINKERTON, daughter of Mr. John Pinkerton, merchant, of this city. Extract of a letter from a respectable house in London, dated 5th April, 1796. "We hear that Preliminaries between the French and Austrians are concluded on. Yesterday our markets sunk at least 10/ per quarter. The adventurers in grain and flour will be great losers, and the speculators in rice still more. American Wheat, 66/ a 76/ per quarter. Indian Corn, 40/ a 44/ per quarter. Flour, 29/6 a 31/ per cwt.—And the prices merely nominal." Extract of a Letter from a gentleman in London, to his friend in this city. London, April 2. "Since my last the price of grain, &c. has fallen most rapidly, and there now seems a prospect of the country having a superabundance instead of want, as it is coming in from every part. Great losses have been already sustained, and immense ones will ensue. Indian corn and meal will sell at no rate, as those ideas of their supplying the deficiency of wheat are relinquished in a great degree. In France also there is plenty at present; money seems very scarce in both countries; on the continent they are trying to get a new series of paper assets. The Minister can make loans with ease, but finds it difficult to get the payments punctually fulfilled. American stocks continue very low—Bank shares 108, six per cents 82, 5 per cents 77, deferred 60, in short prices seem affected by a general idea that a peace will soon take place; a great many rumors are afloat relative to pending negotiations, and it indeed appears to me as if the several powers are actually in earnest in their desires to agree, but whether they can or no a short time must now develop. Pitt, in a few days, is to bring forward to Parliament the amount of what has been done, and this perhaps will decide whether peace is now to be looked for or no." April 8. The Hebe has been unexpectedly delayed till to day. Great alarm prevails among those who have produce here; the fall is so great and so rapid that it will not sell at all—'Tis said 8000 bbls flour are coming over from Hamburg."
Translated from the French Gazette, printed at New York, New-York, May 27. It appears that the troubles which have agitated the Cape since the arrestation of general Laveaux and the administrator Perron, are not yet subdued; divisions continue with the same violence; neither party has yet a decided advantage. A letter from Port-au-Prince announces the arrival of Roume at St. Domingo, but no troops.

We are assured that a letter dated the 5th April has been received by a gentleman of this city, which says that the preliminaries of a general peace have been agreed on—The principal conditions of which are, that the Rhine shall be the boundary of the French Republic—that the Emperor shall be indemnified at the expence of Holland, that the English shall restore all their conquests made from France, and shall not retain those made from Holland in India; but that notwithstanding this pacific perspective, France has dispatched General Rochambeau with 17 sail of the line and troops to take possession of the Spanish part of St. Domingo. On the 5th May, it does not appear that the English had made any attempt on Guadaloupe.
Extract of a Letter
from an American gentleman in France, dated Paris, 24th March, 1796, to his friend in Philadelphia. "I yet remain without the pleasure of a line from you, and now have only time to say to you not to send any property here, as the prices are much fallen, and no prospects of sale at present. Yesterday a decree passed for the issuing of Mandates, to be received in all cases as specie, which is forbidden to be bought, sold, or dealt in, in any way. You are only to buy or sell in Mandates, under the penalty of 4 years imprisonment in chains, and a heavy fine—an equal punishment on him who refuses to receive when tendered. The debts due I expect will now soon be paid, as the paper will issue in a few days."
Foreign Intelligence.
By the Snow HEN, Capt. Gax, in Fury Nine days from London, we have received English papers to the 8th of April, from which the following articles are extracted.
LONDON, April 7.
HOUSE OF COMMONS.
Tuesday, April 5.
TAX UPON DOGS.
Mr. Lygon presented a petition from the Mayor, Aldermen, &c. of the city of Worcester, praying for a Tax to be laid on Dogs.
The House resolved itself into a Committee upon a petition from the county of Leicester, praying for a Tax upon Dogs.
Mr. Dent stated his reasons, as well as those of others whom he had consulted, for suggesting this Tax. He declared that his only intention was the benefit and relief of the poor, who required every attention and support to be given them in these times of scarcity and dearths of provisions. This tax would go in relief of the poor-rates, and towards the better subsistence of the poor. The immense consumption of provisions by dogs, was confirmed by letters he had received from all parts of the country. The dreadful disorder of the hydrophobia was also owing to the increase of dogs—no fewer than thirty-three objects had been brought into the infirmary at Manchester during the last year, with this disorder. This tax was solicited by many. Since the year 1755, various petitions had been presented to the House in favor of the taxation of dogs. The great consumption of good and wholesome provisions by dogs was a matter of national alarm; wheat, flour, barley, and oatmeal, and broken victuals from the tables of the affluent were bestowed upon these animals instead of being given to the poor. He declared, that the number of dogs had increased lately to such a degree as to cause not only annoyance but alarm. Some parts of the country, he understood, were divided into districts for the sake of rearing these animals. In fact, Great Britain appeared to be one grand hospital for dogs. Mr. Dent wished to enquire into the number of dogs, and the produce of this proposed tax. He had good reason to believe, that the population of this country amounted to ten millions; computing one family as composing five persons, he thought the average of one dog to a family, not too large; in this case there would be two millions of dogs. Supposing that the operation of this tax should reduce the two millions to one, he would propose to lay on a tax, without distinction, of two and sixpence on each dog, which would amount to the sum of 125,000. a year. After stating his grounds for taking the population of this kingdom at 10 millions, and calculating the increase of population at different periods, from the time of the Conquest to the present, Mr. Dent proceeded to state that this tax would be both popular and useful. He was happy to find, that what had so long been a severe burden to the poor, might now be turned to their advantage. What Mungo said in the Padlock to the hamper, "I have carried you long enough, you shall now carry me," might be well applied to the operation of this tax on the poor: "We have fed you long enough at our expence, you shall now feed us." The destruction of sheep by dogs, which he had formerly stated at 15,000 annually, he had since learnt amounted to 50,000. He read letters from Cheshire and Devonshire; in one letter an account was given of upwards of 400 sheep being killed by one dog; and that 200 men, with dogs, went in pursuit of it, and a considerable reward offered for its apprehension. Another dog had been found destroying sheep in the neighbourhood of Walmer Castle, and when he mentioned the inscription on the collar of "Right Honorable," he would leave it to the Committee to fill up the blank. —With respect to the consumption of corn and provisions he stated, that allowing a dog to consume as much as cost one penny a day, the sum total amounted to 700,000. more than was paid for the relief of the aged poor. If that sum were laid out in buying meal and flour, it would purchase 3,400,000 and odd pounds weight, and would very much alleviate the distresses caused by the present scarcity. In a letter from Kingston it was stated, that in the neighbouring parishes, nine out of ten of the sheep heads and appurtenances were brought up for the use of dogs, so that no poor person had any chance of procuring them for their families. He declared that the quantity of flour consumed in the support of dogs was so great as to excite astonishment: one gentleman very well known made a contract with his mealman to the amount of 800. a year to serve his dogs. A pack of fox hounds, which could not be kept for less than 1000. a year, being obliged in their return from a
chase to stop at a country town, every baker's shop was ransacked to supply them with bread, and it frequently happened on such occasions that not a loaf was left for the inhabitants.
Mr. Dent stated, that the Board of Agriculture had been consulted, and from various reports it had received from its correspondents in some of the Northern Counties, it appeared that sheep suffered considerably from the ravages of dogs, and that the farmer thought himself happy if only one half of his sheep were saved. One gentleman's flock of sheep had been driven by dogs into the sea, and but few escaped; while others, driven by those animals into pools and ditches, were numerous beyond conception. He suggested, whether an additional tax on unknemelled hounds, which did more mischief than could be calculated, might not be proper, but he thought that an exception from the tax ought however to be made in favor of dogs necessarily kept by blind men. Mr. Dent concluded an able speech, in which he displayed much knowledge of the subject, by moving, "That this committee do resolve, that a duty of 2s. 6d. per annum be imposed on dogs of every description."
Sir Rob. Salisbury seconded the motion. Mr. Pitt declared, that as he did not with unnecessary to take up the attention of the House, he should only say a few words on the subject. He was ready to admit, that there was nothing unreasonable or improper in the principle of the tax brought forward by the Hon. Gentleman, but he feared that such a tax, by the proposed mode of laying it on, would go to the extirpation of the canine species. In the plan of taxation then held out, nothing was felt for the owners of the dogs, particularly for the poorer classes, who placed many comforts in the possession of those animals, who were in many instances found useful and even necessary to labour. He perfectly agreed in the principle, as far as it went to take per centage on dogs, but at the same time wished, that houses not subject to the assessed taxes should be exempted from the tax. Every person living in such houses, and keeping a dog, should pay no more than 1s. per annum. But he could by no means admit that the amount of the tax in general ought to be applied to parochial purposes. The exigencies of the State were certainly entitled, and had a most undeniable right to the product of a tax on dogs, as well as to that of any other tax; nor could he see why an exception should be made in the present instance to the general system of taxation. He had, however, no objection to let the duty of 1s. to which the poor keeping dogs and living in houses not assessed would be subject, go to the relief of the poor. With respect to that which was to be paid by those living in assessed houses, he was of opinion that it should amount to 3s. There could be no difficulty in collecting this sum, as it would be levied in the same way as assessed taxes were. He would propose, that the product of this tax should be differently applied, 2s. to the services of the public, and 1s. to the wants of the poor. But though he generally proposed that the tax should amount to 3s. there were many exceptions which might take place in the progress of the Bill, when it came under the consideration of the House, and many things occur which would probably admit of a just diminution of that sum, when they offered themselves to discussion. It was then unnecessary for him to enter into a detail of the distinctions which it might be proper to adopt; and he would content himself with moving "That a sum not exceeding 3s. be paid on dogs of all descriptions." This, Mr. Pitt observed, was a general proposition, which might afterwards be modified with respect to the diminution of the sum, as the necessity or justice of the case required.
Mr. Buxton was of opinion, that a poor man who kept a dog, and paid the tax, could not come with any propriety to the parish for relief. The Right Hon. Gentleman had observed, that the poor found many comforts in the possession of those animals, but it was also undeniable, that they kept dogs for very improper purposes.
Mr. Wilberforce declared, that notwithstanding he had originally professed himself an enemy to the tax, he found from every possible information, he could collect, that it would answer many beneficial purposes. Humanity was deeply interest in the success of the tax, as cases of Hydrophobia, which but too frequently occurred, would be considerably diminished. And though it might decrease the comforts of children, it would bring forth more essential comforts, as they would, by its operation, be less exposed to the fatal consequences of that dreadful malady.
Mr. Lechmere thought that an equal tax would not answer the object proposed by the friends of the measure. Those gentlemen who kept packs of fox hounds, harriers, and setting dogs, should be taxed in proportion. And, though he was aware that he should call down on his head the vengeance of the whole association of Dowagers, he could not help declaring, that lap-dogs should be taxed in a greater proportion. What was sufficient to furnish food for those families, was ridiculously spent on those useless animals; and it was no uncommon thing to see valets six feet high going with lap-dogs to take the air in the Green Park, for the purposes of whetting their appetites to regale on delicacies and dainties, the expence of which might be so much more humanely employed.
Sir G. P. Turner was convinced that the inhabitants of the county of Leicester were to a man unanimous, not only in desiring, but in praying for the tax. With respect to the execution of dogs, which seemed to be seriously apprehended, he had no objection to the introduction of a clause in the bill, inflicting a punishment on those who should hang them. The number of dogs in the kingdom was very considerable, and was a most alarming grievance. A gang of Gipsies had been lately seen near Oxford, attended by a posse comitatus of these animals; they were followed by no less than 13. — When he was a boy he well remembered that they were very troublesome in church, and persons were employed to whip them out; and a dog had even the impudence to bark in that house at the very time when a noble Lord was engaged in a most important duty, that of opening the Budget. The reply of that ingenious minister was not easily forgotten; who, when asked what new member it
was that interrupted him, replied, "it was a member for Barkshire." Sir G. P. Turner concluded, by declaring, that he triumphed at finding the tax was in a general sense thought to be necessary, whether the product was applied to the revenue of the country or to the wants of the poor. It had been talked of in his father's time, and it should now be realized; it was necessary to strike while the iron was hot.
Capt. Berkleysaid a few words. Mr. Dent and Lechmere explained. The original motion was negatived, and Mr. Pitt's motion agreed to without a division.
The House having resumed, Mr. Hobart bro't up the report, which was ordered to be received to-morrow.
Gen. Smith moved that there be laid before the house an account of corn imported, and bounties paid thereon in the month of March. Agreed to. Adjourned.
The intelligence of tranquillity being fully restored in Sardinia, which was inserted in the Florence Gazette is contradicted in the most positive terms by the last letters from Corsica of the 27th ult. which state, that the inhabitants are still divided into different factions, and that numbers of them have proceeded to open insurrection to St. Bonifacio; that the Viceroy is arrested; and that the insurgents are to put themselves under the protection of the French Republic.
The Imperial army, under the orders of General Beaulieu, is to consist of 50,000 men, composing 46 battalions of foot, and 36 squadrons of horse. The Piedmontese army consists of 40,000 men.
Yesterday 250,000. sterling in Exchequer bills were issued by Government; which in the present scarcity of money, has run them up to a very high discount.
As a proof among many others of the present great scarcity of money, one of the 20,000. prizes was discounted a few days since at the enormous rate of 40 per cent. The prize is payable in three months, and was sold for 18,000. sterling only.
PORTSMOUTH, April 5.
The squadron under the command of Vice Admiral Colpoys, that yesterday evening dropped down to St. Helen's, preparatory to sailing on a cruise, came back this morning in consequence of an Admiralty order, to enable enable Admiral Cornwallis, which commences to-morrow morning.
Admiral Lord Bridport and Admiral Pole arrived this day; they are to be members of the said Court, which will consist of ten Admirals with Lord Howe, President.
The following are the Flag Officers and Commanders summoned to form the Court.
Flag-Officers.
 Earl Howe, Admiral of the Fleet,  Sir Peter Parker, Bart. Admiral of the White.  Lord Bridport, ditto.  G. Vandenput, Esq. Vice Admiral of the White.  Sir Roger Curtis, Ban. Rear Admiral of the Red.  John Colpoys, Esq. Vice Admiral of the Blue.  H. Harvey, Esq. ditto.  R. R. Bligh, Esq. ditto.  C. M. Pole, Esq. Rear Admiral of the Blue. 
Captains.
 E. E. Nugent, Esq.  Capt. Powell Hamilton, Esq.  Edmund Dod, Esq.  Sir George Home, Bart.  Judge Advocate, Sir George Jackson, Bart. 
We understand that the Minister has settled his taxes, in lieu of that laid upon calicoes, which made part of the budget. The taxes are on dogs; and an heavy toll upon all Gentlemen's Carriages which pass through turnpikes.
The Committee for enquiring into the causes of the present scarcity of money, in submitting their proposition to Mr. Pitt, had no intention of making his or their judgement final on this important operation. After learning the minister's sentiments, it is intended to call a general meeting of the merchants of London, to know their opinion, and whether it is likely to answer that general good effect which is the object of the proposed plan.
We understand that the paper to be issued is to be at six months date, but redeemable at sight (the same as Bank Notes,) if the holders prefer it. The solidity of this paper is to be sanctioned by the signature of a certain number of the most respectable merchants and others, who may be friendly to the plan; and to give this paper a greater degree of currency, it is to bear a premium of 1. 18s. per cent. The reason of the notes being drawn at six months date, is in order not to interfere with the Bank Charter, which precludes any body of men from issuing notes payable within that period.
We are informed by a letter from Hamburg of the 1st inst. that Prince Frederick of Orange is arrived in that city, and after a stay of a few hours, proceeded on his journey to Vienna.
On the 10th inst. arrived at Augsbourg from Verona, the Duke of Duras, on his way to London, where he is to reside as the Minister of Louis XVIII. Letters from Turin of the 9th ult. advise that the most vigorous preparations continue to be made for the ensuing campaign; that strong reinforcements are expected from Germany; that the French have been obliged by the late severe frost to fall back, without making any attempt against Ceva, which, it was feared they intended to attack; and that the Genoese endeavor to put the fortress of Gavi in the most respectable state of defence.
In the Sitting of the Council of Elders of the 27th ult. Lafondeldebats maintained, that the discount of the Territorial Mandates amounted to 75 per cent. He was interrupted by violent murmurs and grossly insulted, but nobody undertook to prove the untruth of his assertion. Notwithstanding the rigorous law tending to support the credit of that paper-money, it is not likely to meet with more success than the assignats.
Sir James Bland Burges, of rhyming notoriety, though he attempts the task of elegant poetry, is, we understand the author of the wretched Prologue
to Vortigern, which is as devoid of fine talie, as the play is of the beauties of Shakespeare.
FRANCKFORT, March 28.
We are assured in a German Print, that the French are preparing to evacuate Dusseldorf, which is to be occupied by Prussian troops. The fortresses of Konigstein and Falkenstein, are putting in the best state of defence.
The General of artillery, Count de Werneck, is arrived here to take on him the government of this City.
The inhabitants of Manheim have been ordered to lay in provisions for 6 months. The lines which the Austrians have erected near Manheim, contain upwards of twenty principal batteries, and the environs of Rheingelnheim, &c. have been put under water, by which several thousand acres of land have been rendered useless for this year. The Imperial armies on the Rhine have received 90,000 cwts. of provisions, and 19 millions of cartridges are ready. The Imperial artillery of reserve, which was posted on the Lahn, have received orders to proceed to Mentz, and the troops between Neuwied and Wetzlar are also making retrograde movements.
LONDON, April 5.
Yesterday a variety of letters and dispatches were received at Mr. Dundas and Lord Grenville's offices; and also at the German office, St. James's, from the continent; which were conveyed by a messenger to the King at Windsor. They are all said uniformly to signify that a mediation is certainly on foot, and that a pacification among the present belligerent powers is to be expected in the course of the summer.
The Prince and Princess of Orange are, we understand, returned to Hampton Court, after seeing their daughter-in-law and her infant child embark for Germany.
The Emperor is to have a loan from England. The precise sum is not publicly known; some say four, others five millions. And many believe that the campaign will not be opened, on his part, until he receives the money; and that this is the cause of the present delay in opening the campaign.
April 6.
Another German mail arrived yesterday. It brings us usual intimations of such a discordant opposite tendency, that whether the speculations of the reader be for war or peace, he will find matter to justify his opinion.
PARIS, April 1.
It has been confidently reported that the armistice between our armies and that of the Austrians on the Rhine, has been prolonged for four months. It has been farther said, that citizen Bacher, first French secretary of legation in Switzerland, had just arrived in Paris, with important dispatches from Barthelemi. If these two facts be true, we may conclude that serious negotiations are about to be opened.
FRANKFORT, March 22.
Zurick and Bern, have formally acknowledged the French Republic.
COPENHAGEN, April 1.
In the course of this week two couriers have been dispatched from hence to Paris, whose dispatches concern the negotiations for Peace.
CHARLESTON, May 20.
The following particulars, are furnished by Capt. Philips of the brig Aurora, who arrived the day before yesterday from Surinam.
On the 2d inst. being then in lat. 21, long. 68, fell in with a fleet of 11 sail of armed ships; shortly after was spoke to by the commodore, who sent his boat aboard the Aurora. It proved to be a fleet from France, with troops on board, bound to Cape Francois. The officer who came on board informed, that they had captured in the European seas, 11 sail of transports, with troops and stores on board, from England bound for Jamaica; which they had sent for France.
Capt. Philips says, that 8 ships of the line appeared to him to be 74 and 64 gun ships, which had been cut down, and had one tier of guns; two others were frigates; the other was a large transport. They appeared very full of men. The officer said but a few minutes on board of the Aurora; he expected they would make their port in two or three days.
Cleared.
 Brig Brutus, Fanning N. York  Elizabeth, Shoemaker Hamburg  Sloop George, Haskell New-Port 
PORT OF PHILADELPHIA
   ARRIVED. days     Ship Fame, Jones, Surinam 36   Catharine, Starbuck, Liverpool 52   James, Vernon, Port-de-Paix 15   South Carolina, Garman, Charleston 6   Snow Hebe, Gay, London 49   Peggy, Cunningham, Havre 52   Brig Beaver, Cooke, Surinam 29   Abby, Elliott, Nantz 49   Adon, Burnham, Dublin 45   Peggy, Kilby, Jamaica 22   Schooner Polly and Sally, Teneriffe 55   John, Coffin, Boston 8   Nancy, McDowell, Virginia 8   Dolphin, Potts, Norfolk 2  
The Ship Boston Packet, Tennant from Philadelphia to London was cast ashore on the 15th Feb. at St. Valieres on the coast of France. The Ship, the greater part of the cargo, the captain and crew were saved.
Capt. Jones, of the Fame, spoke a schooner from Tortola, who informed him they fell in with a French fleet of 12 sail of the line off Turk's Island.
The arrival of a French fleet at the Cape, 4 days before the James left Port-de-Paix, is mentioned by the captain of that ship as a report there.
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