Gazette of the United States and daily evening advertiser. (Philadelphia [Pa.]), 1795-02-24 00:00:00

Gazette of the United States  AND  DAILY EVENING ADVERTISER.
Gazette of the United States  AND  DAILY EVENING ADVERTISER.
[No. 46 of Vol. VII.]
[No. 46 of Vol. VII.]
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1795.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1795.
[Whole No. 768]
[Whole No. 768]
COLUMBIANUM.
COLUMBIANUM.
At a meeting held at Peale's Museum the 19th inst. it was resolved, That the Society will proceed to the election of Officers for the Academy, on Monday the 2d of March. By order.
At a meeting held at Peale's Museum the 19th inst. it was resolved, That the Society will proceed to the election of Officers for the Academy, on Monday the 2d of March. By order.
C. W. PEALE, Chairman. R. CLAIBORNE, Secretary. February 21, 1795.
C. W. PEALE, Chairman. R. CLAIBORNE, Secretary. February 21, 1795.
WANTED.
WANTED.
A Foreman for a Paper Mill. To a man of capacity and skill in the business, whose honesty and fidelity can be well vouched a liberal encouragement will be offered. Enquire of the Printer.
A Foreman for a Paper Mill. To a man of capacity and skill in the business, whose honesty and fidelity can be well vouched a liberal encouragement will be offered. Enquire of the Printer.
Columbianum.
Columbianum.
February 14, 1795. AT A Meeting of the Fellow Artists of the Columbianum, at Mr. Groombridge's House, adjoining the Bank of Pennsylvania, in the City of Philadelphia.
February 14, 1795. AT A Meeting of the Fellow Artists of the Columbianum, at Mr. Groombridge's House, adjoining the Bank of Pennsylvania, in the City of Philadelphia.
G. I. PARKYN in the chair.
G. I. PARKYN in the chair.
Resolved, That the Columbianum or National College, shall comprise the Artists of America, and such Ladies and Gentlemen, as are desirous of sending specimens of their performances, either in Painting, Sculpture, Architecture, or Engraving; that a PUBLIC EXHIBITION will be opened in the City of Philadelphia, on the first day of May next, when those who wish to be Exhibitors, are requested to notify their intentions as soon as possible, addressed to the Chairman of the Columbianum through the hands of Mr. Groombridge.
Resolved, That the Columbianum or National College, shall comprise the Artists of America, and such Ladies and Gentlemen, as are desirous of sending specimens of their performances, either in Painting, Sculpture, Architecture, or Engraving; that a PUBLIC EXHIBITION will be opened in the City of Philadelphia, on the first day of May next, when those who wish to be Exhibitors, are requested to notify their intentions as soon as possible, addressed to the Chairman of the Columbianum through the hands of Mr. Groombridge.
Resolved,
Resolved,
That the Rooms intended for the Exhibition shall be annexed to the Public, as soon as the preparatory arrangements are completed.
That the Rooms intended for the Exhibition shall be annexed to the Public, as soon as the preparatory arrangements are completed.
Resolved,
Resolved,
That every possible care shall be taken of such performances of Artists and Honorary Exhibitors as are intended for the Exhibition, and that they shall be returned to the different proprietors, at the close of the same, with every suitable precaution.
That every possible care shall be taken of such performances of Artists and Honorary Exhibitors as are intended for the Exhibition, and that they shall be returned to the different proprietors, at the close of the same, with every suitable precaution.
Resolved,
Resolved,
That the Rules and Regulations for conducting the Exhibition, shall be laid before the Public at an early period, with the names of the Gentlemen that compose the Committee of Exhibition and Models.
That the Rules and Regulations for conducting the Exhibition, shall be laid before the Public at an early period, with the names of the Gentlemen that compose the Committee of Exhibition and Models.
Signed by Order,
Signed by Order,
P. P. PRICE, Sec. pro tem. THOMAS ROBINSON, Ass't. Sec.
P. P. PRICE, Sec. pro tem. THOMAS ROBINSON, Ass't. Sec.
Feb. 20
Feb. 20
Thirty dollars reward.
Thirty dollars reward.
Ran away from the subscriber, a white French servant named Pierre La Fite, about 30 years of age, of small stature, blue eyes, large nose; had on blue clothes, like a sailor, and has a small wound in one of his fingers. He left my plantation last Saturday morning, after reading several silver spoons and forks, part of which he sold to a blacksmith in Fredericktown. He enticed away with him a French Negro Girl, named Cécile, about 22 years of age belonging to me. She had on a green petticoat, and they both speak bad English. He says he is a gardener, and had been a man on board a French privateer which he left at Baltimore, previous to his coming into my service at Fredericktown. Any person who will secure them in either of the jails of the following places, shall thereupon receive 15 dollars for each of the said run-aways, of the following persons.
Ran away from the subscriber, a white French servant named Pierre La Fite, about 30 years of age, of small stature, blue eyes, large nose; had on blue clothes, like a sailor, and has a small wound in one of his fingers. He left my plantation last Saturday morning, after reading several silver spoons and forks, part of which he sold to a blacksmith in Fredericktown. He enticed away with him a French Negro Girl, named Cécile, about 22 years of age belonging to me. She had on a green petticoat, and they both speak bad English. He says he is a gardener, and had been a man on board a French privateer which he left at Baltimore, previous to his coming into my service at Fredericktown. Any person who will secure them in either of the jails of the following places, shall thereupon receive 15 dollars for each of the said run-aways, of the following persons.
John Vangian, of Philadelphia; David Stewart and Sons, Baltimore; Moses Myers, Norfolk; or the subscriber. E. P. M. DE LA VINCENDIERE. Fredericktown, Maryland, Feb. 16.
John Vangian, of Philadelphia; David Stewart and Sons, Baltimore; Moses Myers, Norfolk; or the subscriber. E. P. M. DE LA VINCENDIERE. Fredericktown, Maryland, Feb. 16.
All Captains of vessels are warned not to carry them out of the country. dfw32aw2w
All Captains of vessels are warned not to carry them out of the country. dfw32aw2w
George Green,
George Green,
Inform his Friends and Customers in particular, and the Public in general, that he has a New four horse Stage.
Inform his Friends and Customers in particular, and the Public in general, that he has a New four horse Stage.
For journeycars and a number of genteel and close Carriages with good horses and careful drivers to let on as moderate terms as any other person in the city. Enquire at his Livery Stables in Pine street, No. 123.
For journeycars and a number of genteel and close Carriages with good horses and careful drivers to let on as moderate terms as any other person in the city. Enquire at his Livery Stables in Pine street, No. 123.
Said Green solicits a continuance of that share of the Public Patronage, which he has hitherto so amply experienced, and which shall be his study to merit by his close attention to business. Jan. 15 2awtf
Said Green solicits a continuance of that share of the Public Patronage, which he has hitherto so amply experienced, and which shall be his study to merit by his close attention to business. Jan. 15 2awtf
In the press and speedily will be published,
In the press and speedily will be published,
BY THOMAS DOBSON, No. 41, fourth Second street, WOLSTONCRAFT'S Historical & Moral View OF THE French Revolution,
BY THOMAS DOBSON, No. 41, fourth Second street, WOLSTONCRAFT'S Historical & Moral View OF THE French Revolution,
And the effect it has produced in Europe. N. Y. A few Copies of the London Edition, for sale at two dollars and a quarter. Feb. 3 2aw3w
And the effect it has produced in Europe. N. Y. A few Copies of the London Edition, for sale at two dollars and a quarter. Feb. 3 2aw3w
For Hamburgh,
For Hamburgh,
The fast-sailing Ship INDUSTRY, William Bell, master LYING at Sim's wharf, will sail in a few days, having three fourths of her cargo on board. Freight or passage apply to JOHNN BROWN, at Walnut street wharf, or
The fast-sailing Ship INDUSTRY, William Bell, master LYING at Sim's wharf, will sail in a few days, having three fourths of her cargo on board. Freight or passage apply to JOHNN BROWN, at Walnut street wharf, or
Thomas Newman, No. 118, South Second-street. Feb. 7.
Thomas Newman, No. 118, South Second-street. Feb. 7.
PROPOSALS
PROPOSALS
For printing by subscription, a new publication, to be entitled
For printing by subscription, a new publication, to be entitled
The American Remembrancer & Universal Tablet of Memory.
The American Remembrancer & Universal Tablet of Memory.
 1st. This publication will be printed on good paper, and on a good type and will contain at least 300 pages duodecimo.  2d. The price to Subscribers will be 75 cents to non-subscribers, one dollar.  3d. The Work, it is expected, will be ready for delivery, by the middle of March.  4th. Those who shall obtain 12 Subscribers, will be entitled to one copy for their trouble; to Printers and Booksellers the usual allowance will be given. 
 1st. This publication will be printed on good paper, and on a good type and will contain at least 300 pages duodecimo.  2d. The price to Subscribers will be 75 cents to non-subscribers, one dollar.  3d. The Work, it is expected, will be ready for delivery, by the middle of March.  4th. Those who shall obtain 12 Subscribers, will be entitled to one copy for their trouble; to Printers and Booksellers the usual allowance will be given. 
To the PUBLIC.
To the PUBLIC.
THE principal design of this publication is to rescue from oblivion the many important events and transactions, which, under divine providence, have been chiefly conducive to the settlement of this country, and to the establishment of our present happy form of government; as also to transmit to posterity the names and achievements of those illustrious men and heroes, to whom America is most indebted for her liberty and independence.
THE principal design of this publication is to rescue from oblivion the many important events and transactions, which, under divine providence, have been chiefly conducive to the settlement of this country, and to the establishment of our present happy form of government; as also to transmit to posterity the names and achievements of those illustrious men and heroes, to whom America is most indebted for her liberty and independence.
Should any patriotic Printer think proper to patronize this undertaking by occasionally inserting the above in his paper, and procuring Subscribers, the favour will be thankfully acknowledged by the Editor.
Should any patriotic Printer think proper to patronize this undertaking by occasionally inserting the above in his paper, and procuring Subscribers, the favour will be thankfully acknowledged by the Editor.
James Hardie.
James Hardie.
N. B. It is requested that such persons as are entrusted with subscription papers, will be so obliging as to return them by the first of March, in order that their names may be inserted as patrons of the work. Jan. 24 2awtf
N. B. It is requested that such persons as are entrusted with subscription papers, will be so obliging as to return them by the first of March, in order that their names may be inserted as patrons of the work. Jan. 24 2awtf
This day is Published,
This day is Published,
(Price a quarter of a Dollar)
(Price a quarter of a Dollar)
Slaves in Algiers:
Slaves in Algiers:
OR A Struggle for Freedom: Interpersed with Songs, in three acts. Inscribed to the Citizens of the United States of North America. By Mrs. Rowson. As performed at the New Theatres in Philadelphia and Baltimore.
OR A Struggle for Freedom: Interpersed with Songs, in three acts. Inscribed to the Citizens of the United States of North America. By Mrs. Rowson. As performed at the New Theatres in Philadelphia and Baltimore.
Extract from the Preface.
Extract from the Preface.
“ My chief aim has been, to offer to the public a Dramatic Entertainment, which, while it might excite a smile, or call forth the tear of sensibility, might contain no one sentiment, in the least prejudicial, to the moral or political principles of the government under which I live. On the contrary, it has been my endeavour, to place the social virtues in the fairest point of view, and hold up to merited contempt and ridicule, their opposite vices. If, in this attempt, I have been the least successful, I shall reap the reward to which I aspire, in the smiles and approbation of a liberal public.
“ My chief aim has been, to offer to the public a Dramatic Entertainment, which, while it might excite a smile, or call forth the tear of sensibility, might contain no one sentiment, in the least prejudicial, to the moral or political principles of the government under which I live. On the contrary, it has been my endeavour, to place the social virtues in the fairest point of view, and hold up to merited contempt and ridicule, their opposite vices. If, in this attempt, I have been the least successful, I shall reap the reward to which I aspire, in the smiles and approbation of a liberal public.
Sold by M. Casey, No. 128, and Rice & Co. No. 50, High street; S. Campbell, No. 54, South Second street, and Wrigley & Berman, No. 149, Chestnut street. 2awtf
Sold by M. Casey, No. 128, and Rice & Co. No. 50, High street; S. Campbell, No. 54, South Second street, and Wrigley & Berman, No. 149, Chestnut street. 2awtf
Ticklenburgs, Oznaburgs, and Glaas Ware, Landing from on board the ship Peggy, from Amsterdam. ALSO,
Ticklenburgs, Oznaburgs, and Glaas Ware, Landing from on board the ship Peggy, from Amsterdam. ALSO,
Coffee of prime Quality In hogheads and tierces, Mulcovado Sugars In hogheads,
Coffee of prime Quality In hogheads and tierces, Mulcovado Sugars In hogheads,
German Steel, ASSORTED WOOLLENS, In small Bales, &c. for sale by Rundle & Murgatroyd, No. 11, Walnut street wharf. Who want to purchase 300 or 400 Casks Good Flaxseed. Nov. 11 32awtf
German Steel, ASSORTED WOOLLENS, In small Bales, &c. for sale by Rundle & Murgatroyd, No. 11, Walnut street wharf. Who want to purchase 300 or 400 Casks Good Flaxseed. Nov. 11 32awtf
Fresh Teas,
Fresh Teas,
OF SUPERIOR QUALITY, viz. Imperial, or Gunpowder Hyson Gomee, 1st quality Hyson, 2d. do. do. Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, and Souchong. A few Boxes of each, for sale at No. 19, Third street south. Dec. 10 eodtf
OF SUPERIOR QUALITY, viz. Imperial, or Gunpowder Hyson Gomee, 1st quality Hyson, 2d. do. do. Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, and Souchong. A few Boxes of each, for sale at No. 19, Third street south. Dec. 10 eodtf
To be Sold, A VALUABLE Tract of Land,
To be Sold, A VALUABLE Tract of Land,
BEING that part of the city of New Brunswick that lies in the county of Somerset and state of New Jersey. It contains upwards of 600 acres of very valuable land and is bounded on the south by the public road that leads from New York to Philadelphia for near two miles, on the east by the river Raritan for near a mile, and lays in a triangular form. Building Lots on several streets in this part of the town fell from five to ten dollars and two thirds a foot front, and the extension of Albany street, which the situation admits of for at least half a mile, will open a new source for very pleasant & commodious situations for dwelling houses. A considerable space along the river is well calculated for building store-houses and wharves, and affords a seat for a Grist Mill on the bank of the river, which may be supplied with water from the Mile-Run by a subterraneous passage already dug, where vessels of 300 barrels burthen may conveniently load and unload. There are now on the premises a good Farm-House and two large barns, a commodious new Dwelling House two stories high, 42 by 32 feet square, intended and well calculated for a store, with very good cellars under the whole, and a kitchen 30 by 20 feet square, a new wharf of 80 feet front, and a well built store house of 30 by 20 feet square and three stories high, and a quarry of building stone on the premises.
BEING that part of the city of New Brunswick that lies in the county of Somerset and state of New Jersey. It contains upwards of 600 acres of very valuable land and is bounded on the south by the public road that leads from New York to Philadelphia for near two miles, on the east by the river Raritan for near a mile, and lays in a triangular form. Building Lots on several streets in this part of the town fell from five to ten dollars and two thirds a foot front, and the extension of Albany street, which the situation admits of for at least half a mile, will open a new source for very pleasant & commodious situations for dwelling houses. A considerable space along the river is well calculated for building store-houses and wharves, and affords a seat for a Grist Mill on the bank of the river, which may be supplied with water from the Mile-Run by a subterraneous passage already dug, where vessels of 300 barrels burthen may conveniently load and unload. There are now on the premises a good Farm-House and two large barns, a commodious new Dwelling House two stories high, 42 by 32 feet square, intended and well calculated for a store, with very good cellars under the whole, and a kitchen 30 by 20 feet square, a new wharf of 80 feet front, and a well built store house of 30 by 20 feet square and three stories high, and a quarry of building stone on the premises.
New Brunswick, one of the most flourishing places in New Jersey, lying at the head of the navigation of the river Raritan, is the magazine for the reception of the produce of a very extensive and fertile country, and is well situated for vending every kind of imported merchandise for supplying the country. The early transportation of every kind of produce and manufacture from thence to New York by water, its situation on the post road through the states, and its vicinity to Perth Amboy, one of the best seaports in the states, render it an object worthy the attention of persons who have the means and know how to improve a situation so well calculated for commerce or manufactures.
New Brunswick, one of the most flourishing places in New Jersey, lying at the head of the navigation of the river Raritan, is the magazine for the reception of the produce of a very extensive and fertile country, and is well situated for vending every kind of imported merchandise for supplying the country. The early transportation of every kind of produce and manufacture from thence to New York by water, its situation on the post road through the states, and its vicinity to Perth Amboy, one of the best seaports in the states, render it an object worthy the attention of persons who have the means and know how to improve a situation so well calculated for commerce or manufactures.
The premises will be shown by John Parker or James Cole, at New Brunswick, and the terms and conditions of sale, made known by
The premises will be shown by John Parker or James Cole, at New Brunswick, and the terms and conditions of sale, made known by
James Parker,
James Parker,
Of Perth Amboy. Jan. 19 1awtf
Of Perth Amboy. Jan. 19 1awtf
A FEW COPIES
A FEW COPIES
Of the celebrated Performance under the Signature of
Of the celebrated Performance under the Signature of
MANTLIUS,
MANTLIUS,
May be had of John Ormrod, No. 41, Chestnut street. PRICE—25 CENTS.
May be had of John Ormrod, No. 41, Chestnut street. PRICE—25 CENTS.
Martan's Law of NATIONS.
Martan's Law of NATIONS.
PROPOSALS
PROPOSALS
For publishing by Subscription, by Thomas Bradford,
For publishing by Subscription, by Thomas Bradford,
No. 8, South Front street, An English Translation Of a late publication, entitled, PRECIS du Droit des Gens Modernes de L'Europe, Fondé sur des Traites & L'Usage; par M. Martan.
No. 8, South Front street, An English Translation Of a late publication, entitled, PRECIS du Droit des Gens Modernes de L'Europe, Fondé sur des Traites & L'Usage; par M. Martan.
Or, A Summary of the Law of Nations,
Or, A Summary of the Law of Nations,
Founded on the TREATIES and CUSTOMS of the Modern Nations of Europe. To which is added a List of the Principal Treaties concluded since 1748, to the present time, with references to the books, where they are to be found.
Founded on the TREATIES and CUSTOMS of the Modern Nations of Europe. To which is added a List of the Principal Treaties concluded since 1748, to the present time, with references to the books, where they are to be found.
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CONDITIONS.
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 1. THIS Work will be comprised in one ELEGANT OCTAVO VOLUME, printed on a fine paper, and entire new type.  2. The price to subscribers, will be One Dollar and an Half; to be raised to non-subscribers.  3. It shall be delivered to subscribers in law-binding. The whole to be executed in a style of elegance, that will render it as ornamental as useful to the Library of the Statesman Politician, or Lawyer.  4. It shall be put to press as soon as a sufficiency of names appear to encourage the undertaking.  5. The names of the subscribers will be printed to record the patrons of this INES- TIMABLE WORK. 
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Gentlemen residing at a distance are requested to add to their subscription, the name of some person in Philadelphia, with whom they would wish their books deposited. No payment expected until the delivery of the book.
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Subscriptions are received by Thomas Bradford, No. 1, South Front street, and the other Booksellers in Philadelphia; by James Rivington, Hugh Gaine and Thomas Allen, New York; John W. Folsom and Isaiah Thomas, Boston; William Pritchard, Richmond, Virginia; and Rice & Co. Baltimore. Feb. 18.
A Morsel for the Gnawers of the Bone!
A Morsel for the Gnawers of the Bone!
This Day was published, AND FOR SALE AT T. BRADFORD'S Book-Store, No. 8. South Front Street, [Price 37 cents]
This Day was published, AND FOR SALE AT T. BRADFORD'S Book-Store, No. 8. South Front Street, [Price 37 cents]
Observations on the Emi- gration of Dr. Priestley,
Observations on the Emi- gration of Dr. Priestley,
And on the several Addresses delivered to him, on his arrival at New York, with additions, containing many curious and interesting facts on the subject, not known here when the first edition was published: Together with a comprehensive story of
And on the several Addresses delivered to him, on his arrival at New York, with additions, containing many curious and interesting facts on the subject, not known here when the first edition was published: Together with a comprehensive story of
FARMER'S BULL.
FARMER'S BULL.
Third Edition. At the same place may be had the following Late Publications, viz.
Third Edition. At the same place may be had the following Late Publications, viz.
 1. A Bone to gnaw for the Democrats; or Observations on a late pamphlet, entitled "The Political Progress of Great Britain."  2. The Young Quaker, a comedy, by O'Keefe.  3. Haunted Tower, by Mr. Cobb.  4. Sicilian Romance, an opera, by Henry Siddons.  5. The Hapless Orphan; or Innocent victim of Revenge; a novel founded on incidents in real life. In a series of letters from Caroline Francis, to Maria B—— by an American Lady, 2 vols. 
 1. A Bone to gnaw for the Democrats; or Observations on a late pamphlet, entitled "The Political Progress of Great Britain."  2. The Young Quaker, a comedy, by O'Keefe.  3. Haunted Tower, by Mr. Cobb.  4. Sicilian Romance, an opera, by Henry Siddons.  5. The Hapless Orphan; or Innocent victim of Revenge; a novel founded on incidents in real life. In a series of letters from Caroline Francis, to Maria B—— by an American Lady, 2 vols. 
A general Assortment of Books in the different departments of literature.
A general Assortment of Books in the different departments of literature.
T. Bradford has also for sale, the Best Superior English CARDS, and best coloured Wafers, wholesale or retail; and as usual, an assortment of STATIONARY and Blank Books, which he will sell on the lowest terms. Feb. 7. d
T. Bradford has also for sale, the Best Superior English CARDS, and best coloured Wafers, wholesale or retail; and as usual, an assortment of STATIONARY and Blank Books, which he will sell on the lowest terms. Feb. 7. d
Scheme of a Lottery,
Scheme of a Lottery,
Ten for 39,900 Dollars, or 266,000 Dollars. Deducting 15 per cent. from the Prizes. This Lottery consists of 38,000 Tickets, in which there are 14,539 Prizes, and 23,461 Blanks, being about one and an half blanks to a prize.
Ten for 39,900 Dollars, or 266,000 Dollars. Deducting 15 per cent. from the Prizes. This Lottery consists of 38,000 Tickets, in which there are 14,539 Prizes, and 23,461 Blanks, being about one and an half blanks to a prize.
THE Directors of the Society for establishing Useful Manufactures, having resolved to erect LOTTERIES for raising ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS, agreeably to an Act of the Legislature of the State of New Jersey, have appointed the following persons to superintend and direct the drawing of the same, viz. Nicholas Low, Rufus King, Heiman Le Roy, James Watson, Richard Harrison, Abijah Hammond, and Cornelius Ray, of the city of New-York—Thomas Willing, Joseph Ball, Matthew McConnel and Andrew Bayard, of the city of Philadelphia—His Excellency Richard Howell, Esq. Elias Boudinot, General Elias Dayton, James Parker, John Bayard, Doctor Lewis Doeham, Samuel W. Stockton, Joshua M. Wallace, Joseph Bloomfield, and Eliza Boudinot, of New-Jersey, who offer the following Scheme of a Lottery, and pledge themselves to the public, that they will take every assurance and precaution in their power to have the Monies paid by the Managers, from time to time, as received, into the Banks at New-York and Philadelphia, to remain for the purpose of paying Prizes, which shall be immediately discharged by a check upon one of the Banks.
THE Directors of the Society for establishing Useful Manufactures, having resolved to erect LOTTERIES for raising ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS, agreeably to an Act of the Legislature of the State of New Jersey, have appointed the following persons to superintend and direct the drawing of the same, viz. Nicholas Low, Rufus King, Heiman Le Roy, James Watson, Richard Harrison, Abijah Hammond, and Cornelius Ray, of the city of New-York—Thomas Willing, Joseph Ball, Matthew McConnel and Andrew Bayard, of the city of Philadelphia—His Excellency Richard Howell, Esq. Elias Boudinot, General Elias Dayton, James Parker, John Bayard, Doctor Lewis Doeham, Samuel W. Stockton, Joshua M. Wallace, Joseph Bloomfield, and Eliza Boudinot, of New-Jersey, who offer the following Scheme of a Lottery, and pledge themselves to the public, that they will take every assurance and precaution in their power to have the Monies paid by the Managers, from time to time, as received, into the Banks at New-York and Philadelphia, to remain for the purpose of paying Prizes, which shall be immediately discharged by a check upon one of the Banks.
SCHEME.
SCHEME.
   1 Prizes of 20,000 Dollars in 20,000 1 10,000 10,000   2 10,000 2 5,000 10,000   3 5,000 3 2,000 10,000   4 2,000 4 1,000 10,000   5 1,000 5 500 10,000   6 500 6 100 10,000   7 100 7 50 10,000   8 50 8 20 10,000   9 20 9 15 10,000   10 15 10 12 10,000   11 12 11 10 10,000   12 10 12 8,000 10,000   13 8,000 13 14,539 14,539   14 14,539 14 23,461 23,461   15 23,461 15 38,000 38,000  
   1 Prizes of 20,000 Dollars in 20,000 1 10,000 10,000   2 10,000 2 5,000 10,000   3 5,000 3 2,000 10,000   4 2,000 4 1,000 10,000   5 1,000 5 500 10,000   6 500 6 100 10,000   7 100 7 50 10,000   8 50 8 20 10,000   9 20 9 15 10,000   10 15 10 12 10,000   11 12 11 10 10,000   12 10 12 8,000 10,000   13 8,000 13 14,539 14,539   14 14,539 14 23,461 23,461   15 23,461 15 38,000 38,000  
14,539 Prizes. 266,000
14,539 Prizes. 266,000
23,461 Blanks. First drawn number, 2,000
23,461 Blanks. First drawn number, 2,000
Last drawn number, 3,000
Last drawn number, 3,000
38,000 Tickets at Dollars each = 266,000
38,000 Tickets at Dollars each = 266,000
The drawing will commence, under the inspection of a Committee of the Superintendents, as soon as the Tickets are sold, of which timely notice will be given.
The drawing will commence, under the inspection of a Committee of the Superintendents, as soon as the Tickets are sold, of which timely notice will be given.
The Superintendents have appointed John N. Cumming, of Newark, Jacob R. Hardenberg, of New Brunswick, and Jonathan Rhea, of Trenton, as immediate Managers thereof, who have given ample security for discharging the trust reposed in them.
The Superintendents have appointed John N. Cumming, of Newark, Jacob R. Hardenberg, of New Brunswick, and Jonathan Rhea, of Trenton, as immediate Managers thereof, who have given ample security for discharging the trust reposed in them.
In order to secure the punctual payment of the Prizes, the Superintendents of the Lottery have directed that the Managers shall each enter into bonds in 40,000 dollars, with four sufficient securities, to perform their instructions, the substance of which is
In order to secure the punctual payment of the Prizes, the Superintendents of the Lottery have directed that the Managers shall each enter into bonds in 40,000 dollars, with four sufficient securities, to perform their instructions, the substance of which is
 I. That whenever either of the Managers shall receive the sum of Three Hundred Dollars, he shall immediately place the same in one of the Banks of New-York or Philadelphia, to the credit of the Governor of the Society, and such of the Superintendents as live in the city where the monies are placed, to remain there until the Lottery is drawn, for the payment of the Prizes.  II. The Managers to take sufficient security for any Tickets they may trust; otherwise to be responsible for them.  III. To keep regular books of Ticket sold, Monies received and paid into the Bank, abstracts of which shall be sent monthly, to the Governor of the Society.  Paterson, January 1, 1794.  Our application to either of the above gentlemen, information will be given when tickets may be had. tu6tff 
 I. That whenever either of the Managers shall receive the sum of Three Hundred Dollars, he shall immediately place the same in one of the Banks of New-York or Philadelphia, to the credit of the Governor of the Society, and such of the Superintendents as live in the city where the monies are placed, to remain there until the Lottery is drawn, for the payment of the Prizes.  II. The Managers to take sufficient security for any Tickets they may trust; otherwise to be responsible for them.  III. To keep regular books of Ticket sold, Monies received and paid into the Bank, abstracts of which shall be sent monthly, to the Governor of the Society.  Paterson, January 1, 1794.  Our application to either of the above gentlemen, information will be given when tickets may be had. tu6tff 
Treasury Department
Treasury Department
Revenue Office, Feb. 10, 1795.
Revenue Office, Feb. 10, 1795.
Notice is hereby given that
Notice is hereby given that
Proposals will be received at the Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue, until the expiration of the 30th day of April next, for Ten Thousand Gallons of the best winter pressed Spirituous OIL, in strong and well bound casks, not exceeding in capacity forty two gallons, to be ready for delivery, on or before the first day of June next.
Proposals will be received at the Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue, until the expiration of the 30th day of April next, for Ten Thousand Gallons of the best winter pressed Spirituous OIL, in strong and well bound casks, not exceeding in capacity forty two gallons, to be ready for delivery, on or before the first day of June next.
It is required that the Oil be of a quality fit for use in the coldest weather, and in the Northern Light-Houses.
It is required that the Oil be of a quality fit for use in the coldest weather, and in the Northern Light-Houses.
Persons disposed to furnish the above mentioned quantity, or any part thereof not less than 5000 gallons, will be pleased to transmit their proposals to this office (at Philadelphia) by post, or to deposit them at the office of either of the following superintendents of Light-Houses, who will transmit them hither, viz.
Persons disposed to furnish the above mentioned quantity, or any part thereof not less than 5000 gallons, will be pleased to transmit their proposals to this office (at Philadelphia) by post, or to deposit them at the office of either of the following superintendents of Light-Houses, who will transmit them hither, viz.
Joseph Whipple, at Portsmouth, New-Hampshire.
Joseph Whipple, at Portsmouth, New-Hampshire.
Benjamin Lincoln, at Boston.
Benjamin Lincoln, at Boston.
William Ellery, at Newport in Rhode Island.
William Ellery, at Newport in Rhode Island.
Jedediah Huntington, at New London, Connecticut.
Jedediah Huntington, at New London, Connecticut.
Thomas Randall, at New York.
Thomas Randall, at New York.
William Allibone, at Philadelphia.
William Allibone, at Philadelphia.
Immediately after the last day of April, the proposals which may have been received, will be decided upon, and notice will be given of the accepted offer.
Immediately after the last day of April, the proposals which may have been received, will be decided upon, and notice will be given of the accepted offer.
Security will be required for the punctual delivery of the Oil in quantity and quality as above described.
Security will be required for the punctual delivery of the Oil in quantity and quality as above described.
The money will be paid on a delivery after inspection.
The money will be paid on a delivery after inspection.
Tench Coxe,
Tench Coxe,
Commissioner of the Revenue. Feb. 12 2aw3w
Commissioner of the Revenue. Feb. 12 2aw3w
Inland Navigation.
Inland Navigation.
In the press and speedily will be published
In the press and speedily will be published
by
by
Zachariah Poulson jun.
Zachariah Poulson jun.
No. 80, Chestnut street,
No. 80, Chestnut street,
AN
AN
HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE Rise, progress, and present state
HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE Rise, progress, and present state
OF THE Canal Navigation in Penn- sylvania.
OF THE Canal Navigation in Penn- sylvania.
With an Appendix, containing Abstracts of the Acts of the Legislature since the year 1790, and their Grants of Money for improving ROADS and NAVIGABLE WATERS throughout the state—to which is annexed
With an Appendix, containing Abstracts of the Acts of the Legislature since the year 1790, and their Grants of Money for improving ROADS and NAVIGABLE WATERS throughout the state—to which is annexed
An Explanatory Map.
An Explanatory Map.
Published by Direction of the President and Managers of the Schuylkill and Susquehanna, and the Delaware and Schuylkill Navigation Companies.
Published by Direction of the President and Managers of the Schuylkill and Susquehanna, and the Delaware and Schuylkill Navigation Companies.
“Here smooth CANALS, across th' extends ed plain Stretch their long arms to join the distant main.
“Here smooth CANALS, across th' extends ed plain Stretch their long arms to join the distant main.
The sons of toil, with many a weary broke scoop the hard bosom of the solid rock; Resistless through the stiff opposing clay, With steady patience, work their gradual way;
The sons of toil, with many a weary broke scoop the hard bosom of the solid rock; Resistless through the stiff opposing clay, With steady patience, work their gradual way;
Compel the Genius of th' unwilling flood Through the brown horrors of the aged wood;
Compel the Genius of th' unwilling flood Through the brown horrors of the aged wood;
Cross the lone waste the silver urn they pour, And cheer the barren heath, or sullen moor
Cross the lone waste the silver urn they pour, And cheer the barren heath, or sullen moor
“The traveller, with pleasing wonder sees The white sail gleaming through the dusky trees;
“The traveller, with pleasing wonder sees The white sail gleaming through the dusky trees;
And views the alter'd landscape with fur- prize And doubts the magic scenes that round him rise.
And views the alter'd landscape with fur- prize And doubts the magic scenes that round him rise.
Now like a flock of swans, above his head, Their woven wings the flying vessels spread Now meeting streams, in artful maze, glide While each, unmingled, pours a separate tide;
Now like a flock of swans, above his head, Their woven wings the flying vessels spread Now meeting streams, in artful maze, glide While each, unmingled, pours a separate tide;
Now, through the hidden veins of earth they flow And visit sulphurous mines and caves be- low.
Now, through the hidden veins of earth they flow And visit sulphurous mines and caves be- low.
The ductile streams obey the guiding hand, And social Plenty crowns the HAPPY LAND. Jan. 19 2awtf
The ductile streams obey the guiding hand, And social Plenty crowns the HAPPY LAND. Jan. 19 2awtf
Library Company of Philadelphia.
Library Company of Philadelphia.
A General Meeting of the Members of the Library Company of Philadelphia is requested, at their Hall, on the ninth day of March next, at four o'clock in the afternoon, to take into consideration the propriety of increasing the Annual Payments, and repealing so much of their Bye Laws, as authorizes the Directors to dispose of the real Estate of the Company.
A General Meeting of the Members of the Library Company of Philadelphia is requested, at their Hall, on the ninth day of March next, at four o'clock in the afternoon, to take into consideration the propriety of increasing the Annual Payments, and repealing so much of their Bye Laws, as authorizes the Directors to dispose of the real Estate of the Company.
By order of the Directors.
By order of the Directors.

NEW THEATRE.
NEW THEATRE.
THIS EVENING, FEBRUARY 24.
THIS EVENING, FEBRUARY 24.
Will be Presented
Will be Presented
A COMEDY, called The Tempest,
A COMEDY, called The Tempest,
Or, The Enchanted Island.
Or, The Enchanted Island.
Alonzo, Mr. Green; Ferdinand, Mr. Moreton; Prospero, Mr. Whitlock; Antonio, Mr. Warrell; Gonzalo, Mr. Cleveland; Hippolito, Mrs. Francis; Stephano, Mr. Harwood; Trinculo, Mr. De Moulin; Caliban, Mr. Bates; Miranda, Miss Oldfield; Dorinda, Mrs. Marshall; Ariel, Miss Broadhurst.
Alonzo, Mr. Green; Ferdinand, Mr. Moreton; Prospero, Mr. Whitlock; Antonio, Mr. Warrell; Gonzalo, Mr. Cleveland; Hippolito, Mrs. Francis; Stephano, Mr. Harwood; Trinculo, Mr. De Moulin; Caliban, Mr. Bates; Miranda, Miss Oldfield; Dorinda, Mrs. Marshall; Ariel, Miss Broadhurst.
In Act I. A STORM and SHIPWRECK, with a Dance of Winds, by Messrs. Francis, Nugent, Darley, jun. and J. Warrell.
In Act I. A STORM and SHIPWRECK, with a Dance of Winds, by Messrs. Francis, Nugent, Darley, jun. and J. Warrell.
In Act II. A Dance of FURIES, To conclude with a Masque of Neptune and Amphitrite.
In Act II. A Dance of FURIES, To conclude with a Masque of Neptune and Amphitrite.
Neptune, Mr. J. Darley; Amphitrite, Miss Willems. To which will be added,
Neptune, Mr. J. Darley; Amphitrite, Miss Willems. To which will be added,
A COMEDY, in two acts, written by the Author of the School for Scandal, called
A COMEDY, in two acts, written by the Author of the School for Scandal, called
The Critic,
The Critic,
Or, A Tragedy Rehearsed.
Or, A Tragedy Rehearsed.
Dangle, Mr. Wignell; Sireer, Mr. Moreton; Sir Fretful Plagiary, Mr. Harwood; Sig. Patricio Ritornello, Mr. Marshall; Interpreter, Mr. Blissett; Prompter, Mr. Rowson; Puff, Mr. Chalmers; Mrs. Dangle, Mrs. Francis; Italian Girls, Miss Willems, Miss Broadhurst.
Dangle, Mr. Wignell; Sireer, Mr. Moreton; Sir Fretful Plagiary, Mr. Harwood; Sig. Patricio Ritornello, Mr. Marshall; Interpreter, Mr. Blissett; Prompter, Mr. Rowson; Puff, Mr. Chalmers; Mrs. Dangle, Mrs. Francis; Italian Girls, Miss Willems, Miss Broadhurst.
Characters of the Tragedy.
Characters of the Tragedy.
Lord Burleigh, Mr. Blissett; Gov. of Tilbury Fort, Mr. Darley; Earl of Leicester, Mr. Cleveland; Sir Walter Raleigh, Mr. Green; Sir Christopher Hatton, Mr. Francis; Master of the Horse, Mr. Warrell; Don Fernando Whiskerands, Mr. Bates; First Niece, Miss Willems; Second Niece, Miss Rowson; Confidant, Mrs. Bates; Tibbina, Mrs. Shaw.
Lord Burleigh, Mr. Blissett; Gov. of Tilbury Fort, Mr. Darley; Earl of Leicester, Mr. Cleveland; Sir Walter Raleigh, Mr. Green; Sir Christopher Hatton, Mr. Francis; Master of the Horse, Mr. Warrell; Don Fernando Whiskerands, Mr. Bates; First Niece, Miss Willems; Second Niece, Miss Rowson; Confidant, Mrs. Bates; Tibbina, Mrs. Shaw.
TO CONCLUDE WITH A Grand Attack on Tilbury Fort; And Destruction of the ARMADA.
TO CONCLUDE WITH A Grand Attack on Tilbury Fort; And Destruction of the ARMADA.
No money or tickets to be returned, nor any person on any account whatsoever, admitted behind the scenes. Also at Rice's Bookstore, No. 50, and Carey's No. 118. Market Street. The Public are respectfully informed, that the Doors of the Theatre will open at a quarter after five, and the curtain rise precisely at a quarter after six o'clock. Box one Dollar—Pitt 3/4 of a Dollar—and Ladies and Gentlemen are requested to send their servants to keep places by five o'clock, and order them, as soon as the company are seated, to withdraw, as they cannot on any account be permitted to remain. Tickets and places for the Boxes to be taken of Mr. Wells, at the Theatre, from ten till eleven, and on days of performance from ten till three o'clock. Vivat Republic!
No money or tickets to be returned, nor any person on any account whatsoever, admitted behind the scenes. Also at Rice's Bookstore, No. 50, and Carey's No. 118. Market Street. The Public are respectfully informed, that the Doors of the Theatre will open at a quarter after five, and the curtain rise precisely at a quarter after six o'clock. Box one Dollar—Pitt 3/4 of a Dollar—and Ladies and Gentlemen are requested to send their servants to keep places by five o'clock, and order them, as soon as the company are seated, to withdraw, as they cannot on any account be permitted to remain. Tickets and places for the Boxes to be taken of Mr. Wells, at the Theatre, from ten till eleven, and on days of performance from ten till three o'clock. Vivat Republic!
For LONDON, The Brig DIANA, THOMAS MASON, Jun. Master; Burthen about 2000 barrels, the greatest part of her cargo being engaged, will sail on or before the 24th of March. She is a four vessel, well found, Philadelphia built, sails well, and has good accommodations for passengers. For freight or passage enquire of MATHIAS KELLY, South Water-Street, GAZZAM & TAYLOR, Front-Street or RALPH MATHER, Race-Street, No. 71, February 23.
For LONDON, The Brig DIANA, THOMAS MASON, Jun. Master; Burthen about 2000 barrels, the greatest part of her cargo being engaged, will sail on or before the 24th of March. She is a four vessel, well found, Philadelphia built, sails well, and has good accommodations for passengers. For freight or passage enquire of MATHIAS KELLY, South Water-Street, GAZZAM & TAYLOR, Front-Street or RALPH MATHER, Race-Street, No. 71, February 23.
TO BE SOLD, By Thomas Dobson, No. 41, South Second Street, John Ormerod, No. 41, Chestnut Street, and the Editor hereof. REPORT OF THE Secretary of the Treasury Read in the House of Representatives of the United States, January 19, 1795. Containing a PLAN for the further Support of Public Credit.
TO BE SOLD, By Thomas Dobson, No. 41, South Second Street, John Ormerod, No. 41, Chestnut Street, and the Editor hereof. REPORT OF THE Secretary of the Treasury Read in the House of Representatives of the United States, January 19, 1795. Containing a PLAN for the further Support of Public Credit.
CONGRESS.
CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
Monday, February 16.
Monday, February 16.
This committee of conference between the Senate and House of Representatives, on the bill supplementary to the coasting act, gave in a report, that, as they could not agree, they recommended the bill to lie over till next session.
This committee of conference between the Senate and House of Representatives, on the bill supplementary to the coasting act, gave in a report, that, as they could not agree, they recommended the bill to lie over till next session.
Mr. B. Bourne considered this recommendation as quite unprecedented. The bill must begin de novo.
Mr. B. Bourne considered this recommendation as quite unprecedented. The bill must begin de novo.
The bill for the more effectual recovery of sums due by individuals to the United States, was read a third time, and passed.
The bill for the more effectual recovery of sums due by individuals to the United States, was read a third time, and passed.
The resolution disapproving of certain laws made by the legislature of the territory on the North West side of the Ohio, was read a third time, and passed.
The resolution disapproving of certain laws made by the legislature of the territory on the North West side of the Ohio, was read a third time, and passed.
Mr. Ames gave in a memorial from the manufacturers of snuff in Bolton, and another was given in from the manufacturers of snuff in Baltimore. The former stated that the subscribers had heard with much alarm of the intended continuation of the excise; that the demand for their article was declining, and that they had much more need of bounties than excises. The memorial from Baltimore was to the same effect.
Mr. Ames gave in a memorial from the manufacturers of snuff in Bolton, and another was given in from the manufacturers of snuff in Baltimore. The former stated that the subscribers had heard with much alarm of the intended continuation of the excise; that the demand for their article was declining, and that they had much more need of bounties than excises. The memorial from Baltimore was to the same effect.
On the motion of Mr. Ames, both memorials were referred to the committee of the whole house, to whom is referred the question relative to the excise on snuff and refined sugar.
On the motion of Mr. Ames, both memorials were referred to the committee of the whole house, to whom is referred the question relative to the excise on snuff and refined sugar.
The house then went into consideration of the act from the Senate respecting the establishment of a surveyor of stores. The question was put—Shall this bill be read a third time? This was agreed to, and the bill was then read. Mr. Nicholas supposed that this officer could only be of effective use in one part of the country at one time, and wherever he was not, it would still be as necessary as formerly to do the business by agency, and he imagined that after the appointment of this surveyor it would be as requisite as it had hitherto been to advertise for contracts. His own opinion could be of little value compared with that of some other gentlemen who had recommended the thing, but it was his duty, Mr. Nicholas said, to state his doubts.
The house then went into consideration of the act from the Senate respecting the establishment of a surveyor of stores. The question was put—Shall this bill be read a third time? This was agreed to, and the bill was then read. Mr. Nicholas supposed that this officer could only be of effective use in one part of the country at one time, and wherever he was not, it would still be as necessary as formerly to do the business by agency, and he imagined that after the appointment of this surveyor it would be as requisite as it had hitherto been to advertise for contracts. His own opinion could be of little value compared with that of some other gentlemen who had recommended the thing, but it was his duty, Mr. Nicholas said, to state his doubts.
Mr. Carnes had been of opinion at first that the office was unnecessary. The committee had made every requisite enquiry. The Secretary of the Treasury had informed them that he found this office a burden too heavy on him. It had been the opinion of the majority of the committee that it was proper.
Mr. Carnes had been of opinion at first that the office was unnecessary. The committee had made every requisite enquiry. The Secretary of the Treasury had informed them that he found this office a burden too heavy on him. It had been the opinion of the majority of the committee that it was proper.
On a division the bill passed. Ayes, 40; Noes, 35.
On a division the bill passed. Ayes, 40; Noes, 35.
The house then went into a committee on the report of the select committee, on the further promulgation of the laws of the United States.
The house then went into a committee on the report of the select committee, on the further promulgation of the laws of the United States.
The various clauses underwent a very long discussion, and several verbal amendments of a nature too unimportant for insertion here. The clause relating to the publishing of the laws in the newspapers, and in the German language, produced each of them a discussion of some length.
The various clauses underwent a very long discussion, and several verbal amendments of a nature too unimportant for insertion here. The clause relating to the publishing of the laws in the newspapers, and in the German language, produced each of them a discussion of some length.
Mr. Hillhouse said, that as to the printers, any man in the United States would print the laws annually for ten dollars. They are at present glad to get them to print for nothing. It was, in opposition to this, remarked, that the daily papers only could print the laws within a reasonable time; and the circulation of them was chiefly confined to a few large towns, where there were other and more expeditious ways of acquiring a knowledge of the laws; and that as to ten dollars per annum it was a sum too diminutive to be the smallest object with any printer.
Mr. Hillhouse said, that as to the printers, any man in the United States would print the laws annually for ten dollars. They are at present glad to get them to print for nothing. It was, in opposition to this, remarked, that the daily papers only could print the laws within a reasonable time; and the circulation of them was chiefly confined to a few large towns, where there were other and more expeditious ways of acquiring a knowledge of the laws; and that as to ten dollars per annum it was a sum too diminutive to be the smallest object with any printer.
In favor of printing part of the edition of laws in the German language, Mr. Hartley said it was perhaps desirable that the Germans should learn English; but if it is our object to give present information, we should do it in the language understood. The Germans who are advanced in years cannot learn our language in a day. It would be generous in the government to inform these persons. Many honest men, in the late disturbances were led away by misrepresentation; ignorance of the laws laid them open to deception, when some countries in a neighboring state, and one or more in this, uninformed as to the nature of our laws, were in a state of insurrection. He considered it his duty to support the motion. It had been the practice in Pennsylvania to publish the laws in English and German. Good consequences had resulted from it.
In favor of printing part of the edition of laws in the German language, Mr. Hartley said it was perhaps desirable that the Germans should learn English; but if it is our object to give present information, we should do it in the language understood. The Germans who are advanced in years cannot learn our language in a day. It would be generous in the government to inform these persons. Many honest men, in the late disturbances were led away by misrepresentation; ignorance of the laws laid them open to deception, when some countries in a neighboring state, and one or more in this, uninformed as to the nature of our laws, were in a state of insurrection. He considered it his duty to support the motion. It had been the practice in Pennsylvania to publish the laws in English and German. Good consequences had resulted from it.
Mr. Kittera, and several other gentlemen, spoke on the same side of the question.
Mr. Kittera, and several other gentlemen, spoke on the same side of the question.
Mr. Murray said that it had never been the custom in England to translate the laws into Welsh or Gaelic, and yet the great bulk of the Welsh, and some hundred thousands of people in Scotland, did not understand a word of English.
Mr. Murray said that it had never been the custom in England to translate the laws into Welsh or Gaelic, and yet the great bulk of the Welsh, and some hundred thousands of people in Scotland, did not understand a word of English.
Mr. Boudinot was on the same side of the question.
Mr. Boudinot was on the same side of the question.
The committee went through the report, the chairman reported to the house, and a committee were appointed to bring in a bill.
The committee went through the report, the chairman reported to the house, and a committee were appointed to bring in a bill.
Mr. Dayton then moved for a committee of the whole, on the bill to provide for calling forth the militia to suppress insurrections.
Mr. Dayton then moved for a committee of the whole, on the bill to provide for calling forth the militia to suppress insurrections.
This was agreed to. The committee went through the bill, rose, and reported.
This was agreed to. The committee went through the bill, rose, and reported.
The report lies before the house till to-morrow. Adjourned.
The report lies before the house till to-morrow. Adjourned.
Tuesday, February 17.
Tuesday, February 17.
A bill for regulating the government of the territory North-West of the Ohio, was read a first and second time, and referred to a committee of the whole.
A bill for regulating the government of the territory North-West of the Ohio, was read a first and second time, and referred to a committee of the whole.
Mr. Fitzsimons moved that a bill should be read a third time, for permitting the exportation of lead. A former, which had been passed for repealing part of the act that prohibits the exportation of military stores from the United States, was rejected by the Senate; the present bill, which had lain over for some time, was on that account brought forward. Mr. Fitzsimons said he hoped it would pass.
Mr. Fitzsimons moved that a bill should be read a third time, for permitting the exportation of lead. A former, which had been passed for repealing part of the act that prohibits the exportation of military stores from the United States, was rejected by the Senate; the present bill, which had lain over for some time, was on that account brought forward. Mr. Fitzsimons said he hoped it would pass.
Mr. Venable hoped that it would not pass. The gentleman for whose sake this bill was in reality introduced might wait, as well as other people, till the expiration of the existing law, which was to be in May next. He reproached the idea of legislating for the sake of an individual, as a most irregular and dangerous precedent. The person had imported this lead with a knowledge of the law that prohibited its being sent out of the country again. This law might give an individual an advantage over other people.
Mr. Venable hoped that it would not pass. The gentleman for whose sake this bill was in reality introduced might wait, as well as other people, till the expiration of the existing law, which was to be in May next. He reproached the idea of legislating for the sake of an individual, as a most irregular and dangerous precedent. The person had imported this lead with a knowledge of the law that prohibited its being sent out of the country again. This law might give an individual an advantage over other people.
Mr. Fitzsimons thought that this was the most disorderly reasoning which he had ever heard in the House. When this lead was imported, the law that prohibited its being exported again, did not exist. Mr. Fitzsimons asked why the House might not legislate for an individual? As for waiting till the month of May, the ship was bound for India, and must sail, if she failed at all, in March next. When the prohibitory law passed, the arsenals were in want of lead. At present there is as much lead in the country as would supply all its demands for seven years. Why then adhere to this restriction?
Mr. Fitzsimons thought that this was the most disorderly reasoning which he had ever heard in the House. When this lead was imported, the law that prohibited its being exported again, did not exist. Mr. Fitzsimons asked why the House might not legislate for an individual? As for waiting till the month of May, the ship was bound for India, and must sail, if she failed at all, in March next. When the prohibitory law passed, the arsenals were in want of lead. At present there is as much lead in the country as would supply all its demands for seven years. Why then adhere to this restriction?
Mr. Dayton was in favour of the bill. He wished that the other had gone through the Senate.
Mr. Dayton was in favour of the bill. He wished that the other had gone through the Senate.
Mr. Kittera considered the reasoning of the gentleman from Virginia [Mr. Venable] as the strangest which he had ever heard of. We legislate every other day for individuals, and insert their names, and the reasons for doing so, in the very body of the act. He could not then imagine why it should be opposed at this time.
Mr. Kittera considered the reasoning of the gentleman from Virginia [Mr. Venable] as the strangest which he had ever heard of. We legislate every other day for individuals, and insert their names, and the reasons for doing so, in the very body of the act. He could not then imagine why it should be opposed at this time.
A member said that he would oppose it, as having crept into the House in an extraordinary manner, so as to exclude all debate. He should, therefore, vote against it.
A member said that he would oppose it, as having crept into the House in an extraordinary manner, so as to exclude all debate. He should, therefore, vote against it.
Mr. Goodhue saw no reason why the bill should not pass, merely because it related to an individual. He saw no reason why the legislature should not oblige an individual, when it could be done without injuring the public interest. If the United States were in want of the lead, that would be quite another thing.
Mr. Goodhue saw no reason why the bill should not pass, merely because it related to an individual. He saw no reason why the legislature should not oblige an individual, when it could be done without injuring the public interest. If the United States were in want of the lead, that would be quite another thing.
Mr. Hartley thought that this bill was opposed upon extraordinary grounds. He was in its favor, for reasons similar to those assigned by Mr. Goodhue.
Mr. Hartley thought that this bill was opposed upon extraordinary grounds. He was in its favor, for reasons similar to those assigned by Mr. Goodhue.
Mr. Dayton explained, that the bill had gone through all the different and regular shapes, and had been fully canvassed some time ago. He read a part of the journals to illustrate his assertions.
Mr. Dayton explained, that the bill had gone through all the different and regular shapes, and had been fully canvassed some time ago. He read a part of the journals to illustrate his assertions.
Mr. Giles said, that if there ever had been any use for the prohibitory act in question, it was now superfluous. He moved to recommit the bill to a select committee, or a committee of the whole House. He wished for a repeal of the whole bill, not a partial repeal, in favour of a particular person.
Mr. Giles said, that if there ever had been any use for the prohibitory act in question, it was now superfluous. He moved to recommit the bill to a select committee, or a committee of the whole House. He wished for a repeal of the whole bill, not a partial repeal, in favour of a particular person.
Mr. Kittera contended that Mr. Giles and Mr. S. Smith opposed the bill on opposite principles. Both these gentlemen said, that they thought Mr. Kittera had mistaken their meaning. He insisted that there was an opposition which opposed itself.
Mr. Kittera contended that Mr. Giles and Mr. S. Smith opposed the bill on opposite principles. Both these gentlemen said, that they thought Mr. Kittera had mistaken their meaning. He insisted that there was an opposition which opposed itself.
Mr. Sedgwick could not see the use of hindering this bill to pass. The lead is now lying in ballast, and if it does not go, specie must be sent instead of it. Why not unhackle this property which is now useless, and bring it into action? What good was to be got by continuing the prohibition? Mr. S. said he was totally incapable of comprehending. As to the commitment, that also was, in every point of view, entirely beyond his conjecture as to any rational end proposed by it.
Mr. Sedgwick could not see the use of hindering this bill to pass. The lead is now lying in ballast, and if it does not go, specie must be sent instead of it. Why not unhackle this property which is now useless, and bring it into action? What good was to be got by continuing the prohibition? Mr. S. said he was totally incapable of comprehending. As to the commitment, that also was, in every point of view, entirely beyond his conjecture as to any rational end proposed by it.
Mr. B. Bourne was not much interested whether the bill passed or not. But he had another serious consequence to observe, and that was, the great waste of time on such a thing, when so great a mass of business was before the House. This bill had, at different times, taken up three days, and had been fully discussed. The session was drawing to a close, and he intreated that the question might be taken.
Mr. B. Bourne was not much interested whether the bill passed or not. But he had another serious consequence to observe, and that was, the great waste of time on such a thing, when so great a mass of business was before the House. This bill had, at different times, taken up three days, and had been fully discussed. The session was drawing to a close, and he intreated that the question might be taken.
For the passing of the bill—ayes 50, noes not counted. The title of the bill, as agreed to by the House, was a bill for repealing part of an act, entitled, "An act for prohibiting the exportation of arms and ammunition from the United States, for a limited time."
For the passing of the bill—ayes 50, noes not counted. The title of the bill, as agreed to by the House, was a bill for repealing part of an act, entitled, "An act for prohibiting the exportation of arms and ammunition from the United States, for a limited time."
The House next took up the amendments to the bill providing for the calling forth of the militia for suppressing insurrections. The amendments were gone through, and passed.
The House next took up the amendments to the bill providing for the calling forth of the militia for suppressing insurrections. The amendments were gone through, and passed.
The House next went into a committee, Mr. Cobb in the chair, upon the bill for regulating the militia.
The House next went into a committee, Mr. Cobb in the chair, upon the bill for regulating the militia.
On the first clause, Mr. Swift proposed, as an amendment, to strike out the words twenty, and insert eighteen, that the age at which persons were to be enrolled in the select corps might be from eighteen to twenty-five years.
On the first clause, Mr. Swift proposed, as an amendment, to strike out the words twenty, and insert eighteen, that the age at which persons were to be enrolled in the select corps might be from eighteen to twenty-five years.
Mr. S. Smith, and Mr. Irvine, were against this amendment, and stated the numerous inconveniences which attended the attempt of converting boys into soldiers. The former gentleman quoted the memoirs of the once celebrated, and still memorable, Dumourier, who remonstrated to the Convention at Paris, on this mode of recruiting.
Mr. S. Smith, and Mr. Irvine, were against this amendment, and stated the numerous inconveniences which attended the attempt of converting boys into soldiers. The former gentleman quoted the memoirs of the once celebrated, and still memorable, Dumourier, who remonstrated to the Convention at Paris, on this mode of recruiting.
Mr. Dayton differed from these two gentlemen. He preferred eighteen as an amendment. Persons at that age could be more easily spared than when they were older, and engaged in business, and very likely married. Boys at eighteen, would also learn the exercise faster than when twenty five years old.
Mr. Dayton differed from these two gentlemen. He preferred eighteen as an amendment. Persons at that age could be more easily spared than when they were older, and engaged in business, and very likely married. Boys at eighteen, would also learn the exercise faster than when twenty five years old.
Mr. Fitzsimons said, that the gentleman had only looked at one side of the question. What would be the situation of a man, with eight or ten apprentices called away for twenty days at a time. They would not be fit for the duties of a soldier. He should even have preferred twenty-one to twenty. He imagined that this would be a real discouragement to manufactures. The young men, returning to their employments might be less disposed for attending to them.
Mr. Fitzsimons said, that the gentleman had only looked at one side of the question. What would be the situation of a man, with eight or ten apprentices called away for twenty days at a time. They would not be fit for the duties of a soldier. He should even have preferred twenty-one to twenty. He imagined that this would be a real discouragement to manufactures. The young men, returning to their employments might be less disposed for attending to them.
On a division the amendment was rejected. Ayes, 39; Noes, 40.
On a division the amendment was rejected. Ayes, 39; Noes, 40.
Part of a clause in the first section, was in these words—"all able-bodied white male citizens." It was moved to strike out the word 'white.'
Part of a clause in the first section, was in these words—"all able-bodied white male citizens." It was moved to strike out the word 'white.'
Mr. Kitchell said, that if the word white was struck out, he hoped that black would be inserted, as it was necessary that the militia should all be of one colour. White men would not stand in the same rank with a negro.
Mr. Kitchell said, that if the word white was struck out, he hoped that black would be inserted, as it was necessary that the militia should all be of one colour. White men would not stand in the same rank with a negro.
Another member said, that he was not for a speckled militia.
Another member said, that he was not for a speckled militia.
Mr. Blount replied, that there were a number of men, who were neither whites nor blacks, but mulattoes. It was not understood to be disgraceful to serve in the ranks with them.
Mr. Blount replied, that there were a number of men, who were neither whites nor blacks, but mulattoes. It was not understood to be disgraceful to serve in the ranks with them.
A member from one of the southern states declared, that he was sure it was considered as so, in Maryland and Virginia. He then entered upon the subject with that extent and vivacity of information, which make it impossible for this speaker ever to become unimpassioned. He remarked, however, that the subject was obviously and extremely improper for public discussion. He had before observed this to the House, when Mr. Dexter made a motion referring to the same subject. [This was in the debate about the naturalization bill, when Mr. Dexter proposed that foreign nobility should not be admitted as citizens of America, till they first renounced the possession of slaves.] As the gentleman did not think his observations proper for the public ear, it would be an ungrateful trespass on the indulgence of the House to attempt a recital.
A member from one of the southern states declared, that he was sure it was considered as so, in Maryland and Virginia. He then entered upon the subject with that extent and vivacity of information, which make it impossible for this speaker ever to become unimpassioned. He remarked, however, that the subject was obviously and extremely improper for public discussion. He had before observed this to the House, when Mr. Dexter made a motion referring to the same subject. [This was in the debate about the naturalization bill, when Mr. Dexter proposed that foreign nobility should not be admitted as citizens of America, till they first renounced the possession of slaves.] As the gentleman did not think his observations proper for the public ear, it would be an ungrateful trespass on the indulgence of the House to attempt a recital.
The amendment was negatived. The Speaker then informed the committee, that he had a message from the
The amendment was negatived. The Speaker then informed the committee, that he had a message from the
President, part of which was of a confidential nature.
President, part of which was of a confidential nature.
The committee upon this rose. The chairman reported progress, and asked leave to sit again. The galleries were immediately cleared.
The committee upon this rose. The chairman reported progress, and asked leave to sit again. The galleries were immediately cleared.
Wednesday, February 18.
Wednesday, February 18.
The bill for the more general promulgation of the laws of the United States, was read a third time and passed.
The bill for the more general promulgation of the laws of the United States, was read a third time and passed.
The bill for calling forth the militia in case of insurrection, was also read a third time, the blanks filled up, and the bill passed.
The bill for calling forth the militia in case of insurrection, was also read a third time, the blanks filled up, and the bill passed.
A considerable part of this day was employed in private petitions.
A considerable part of this day was employed in private petitions.
The house went into a committee on a memorial from the four daughters of the late admiral count de Grasse. It was read, with a report from a select committee, which proposed to give each of these ladies, who are now residing in Boston, and in indigent circumstances, a thousand dollars, in consideration of the important services rendered by their father to the United States. To this proposal the committee agreed, and the chairman reported progress.
The house went into a committee on a memorial from the four daughters of the late admiral count de Grasse. It was read, with a report from a select committee, which proposed to give each of these ladies, who are now residing in Boston, and in indigent circumstances, a thousand dollars, in consideration of the important services rendered by their father to the United States. To this proposal the committee agreed, and the chairman reported progress.
The house then took up the memorial of Mr. Macon, objected that though the claims of the petitioners were strong, yet they were not more so than those of multitudes of others. On the very day when we have come to a resolution to receive no more petitions from our fellow-citizens after Saturday next, we are going to give so large a sum at once to foreigners. He was aware that the count de Grasse had done eminent services to America, and Mr. Macon felt them as much as any person, but he saw no reason for preferring these petitioners, when there were likely an hundred of the officers of de Grasse, or of Rochambeau's army, that were in this country, and in want.
The house then took up the memorial of Mr. Macon, objected that though the claims of the petitioners were strong, yet they were not more so than those of multitudes of others. On the very day when we have come to a resolution to receive no more petitions from our fellow-citizens after Saturday next, we are going to give so large a sum at once to foreigners. He was aware that the count de Grasse had done eminent services to America, and Mr. Macon felt them as much as any person, but he saw no reason for preferring these petitioners, when there were likely an hundred of the officers of de Grasse, or of Rochambeau's army, that were in this country, and in want.
Mr. Dexter said, that if there ever was a case where it would be proper to act first, and thereafter try to find reasons for what had been done, this was such a case.
Mr. Dexter said, that if there ever was a case where it would be proper to act first, and thereafter try to find reasons for what had been done, this was such a case.
The report was, on a division, agreed to by a great majority, sixty-one gentlemen voting in the affirmative.
The report was, on a division, agreed to by a great majority, sixty-one gentlemen voting in the affirmative.
Mr. Boudinot moved, that the house should, agreeably to the order of the day, resolve itself into a committee of the whole, upon the bill for organizing, arming and disciplining the militia. Mr. Dayton declared himself opposed to this motion, as it would lead to a needless waste of time, upon a subject or system which they should be likely to mature in the little time which remained of the session.
Mr. Boudinot moved, that the house should, agreeably to the order of the day, resolve itself into a committee of the whole, upon the bill for organizing, arming and disciplining the militia. Mr. Dayton declared himself opposed to this motion, as it would lead to a needless waste of time, upon a subject or system which they should be likely to mature in the little time which remained of the session.
Mr. Dayton said, that no one was more perfectly convinced of the inadequacy of the present system, or more zealously disposed to amend it than he himself was, but the discussion which this bill had already undergone was sufficient to satisfy his mind that they ought to postpone the decision upon a plan so new and important, until their next meeting.
Mr. Dayton said, that no one was more perfectly convinced of the inadequacy of the present system, or more zealously disposed to amend it than he himself was, but the discussion which this bill had already undergone was sufficient to satisfy his mind that they ought to postpone the decision upon a plan so new and important, until their next meeting.
He acknowledged that, in proposing this postponement, he was very much influenced by a belief that there was wanting not only time but a proper temper and disposition to do justice to the subject & to inquire into and remedy all the defects which had occurred or could be pointed out, under the existing militia laws. It was easy to foresee that nothing effectual would be done by the present House, and to proceed further would, therefore, be useless, especially as there was other business in progress, which could not be delayed without very great injury. He therefore moved that the committee of the whole be discharged from the further consideration of the bill. This would supersede the motion made by his colleague, and if successful, he should afterwards move that a sufficient number of copies be printed and circulated for the public information. The members would, by this means, have it in their power to learn in the recess the sentiments of their constituents, and be better prepared next winter as to this important branch of legislation than they seemed now to be.
He acknowledged that, in proposing this postponement, he was very much influenced by a belief that there was wanting not only time but a proper temper and disposition to do justice to the subject & to inquire into and remedy all the defects which had occurred or could be pointed out, under the existing militia laws. It was easy to foresee that nothing effectual would be done by the present House, and to proceed further would, therefore, be useless, especially as there was other business in progress, which could not be delayed without very great injury. He therefore moved that the committee of the whole be discharged from the further consideration of the bill. This would supersede the motion made by his colleague, and if successful, he should afterwards move that a sufficient number of copies be printed and circulated for the public information. The members would, by this means, have it in their power to learn in the recess the sentiments of their constituents, and be better prepared next winter as to this important branch of legislation than they seemed now to be.
The question for discharging the committee was put and carried without a division, and on motion it was ordered that a thousand copies should be struck off and dispersed through the states. (To be Continued.)
The question for discharging the committee was put and carried without a division, and on motion it was ordered that a thousand copies should be struck off and dispersed through the states. (To be Continued.)
For the Gazette of the United States.
For the Gazette of the United States.
Mr. Fenno, I send you a translation of a remarkable passage which I lately met with in a French author. Animated by his subject, the writer breaks out in a strain of address, that borders on the prophetic. And although his manner has no resemblance with the dreams of a second sighted Sawney, whom the terrors of a trip to Botany Bay has inspired with the spirit of divining; nor with reveries of a disappointed leader of a party: who with the duplicity and sang froid of a Jesuit, solemnly pronounces the fate of a nation as he wishes it; it may be considered as the rational deduction of a cool and well informed Christian Philan-
Mr. Fenno, I send you a translation of a remarkable passage which I lately met with in a French author. Animated by his subject, the writer breaks out in a strain of address, that borders on the prophetic. And although his manner has no resemblance with the dreams of a second sighted Sawney, whom the terrors of a trip to Botany Bay has inspired with the spirit of divining; nor with reveries of a disappointed leader of a party: who with the duplicity and sang froid of a Jesuit, solemnly pronounces the fate of a nation as he wishes it; it may be considered as the rational deduction of a cool and well informed Christian Philan-

their, whose conclusions are founded on a perfect knowledge of the annals of civil society, and an intimate acquaintance with the history, temper and principles of the people he addresses. When I tell you that the author referred to was the able de Mably, it is almost unnecessary to add that, as a political writer, he was second to none in France; that as a friend to human happiness, he equally reprobated the tyranny of a despot, and the perpetual convulsions of a democracy. He died in the year 1785, and his friends honored his memory with the following short eulogium.
their, whose conclusions are founded on a perfect knowledge of the annals of civil society, and an intimate acquaintance with the history, temper and principles of the people he addresses. When I tell you that the author referred to was the able de Mably, it is almost unnecessary to add that, as a political writer, he was second to none in France; that as a friend to human happiness, he equally reprobated the tyranny of a despot, and the perpetual convulsions of a democracy. He died in the year 1785, and his friends honored his memory with the following short eulogium.
"Acer indomitus, libertasq; magister." The stern and inflexible teacher and friend of liberty.
"Acer indomitus, libertasq; magister." The stern and inflexible teacher and friend of liberty.
Frenchmen, says he, addressing his countrymen, you will once more experience the ravages of a war as sanguinary, as that which was formerly produced by religious fanaticism. The ancient Gauls were culled by their Druids; you will persecute the ministers of your religion, and to fill up the measure of your crimes, you will be hardly enough to assert that "Religion has no reason to boast of the benefits she has procured to the cause of morality, or the general interests of society. Let us tear away the veil, you will say, with which she has covered herself;—let us trace her to her origin—and analyze her principles—let us follow her step by step, and we shall discover that all her credit rests on deception, credulity and ignorance; that the never hath been, nor ever will be of any advantage in the world, except to those, who are interested in deceiving mankind;—that she is the fountain from which has flowed the great calamities, that have afflicted the world; and that, instead of the happiness which she promises, she hath only inflamed men with religious fury, by which forgetting their interest and duties, they have shed oceans of blood, and been guilty of every crime. "Stupid Beings!—by thus removing the restraints of religion from the vicious passions of men, you confound all the distinctions of good and evil; you annihilate virtue—you untie the bands of society, and dissolve all the obligations of law and duty; and by subverting the only just foundation of a virtuous life, you render it a tithe of caprice and self love. To assert that religion corrupts the heart of man, is the very quintessence of folly or madness. From what source do you derive all your ideas of virtue, your rules for thinking and acting right? From whence have the enemies of religion borrowed the noble maxims and sentences, which they have scattered thro' their works, as a veil to conceal their impious designs? Have they not stolen them all from the sacred writings? And now they pompously affect to teach what religion taught long before in a more simple and modest manner.
Frenchmen, says he, addressing his countrymen, you will once more experience the ravages of a war as sanguinary, as that which was formerly produced by religious fanaticism. The ancient Gauls were culled by their Druids; you will persecute the ministers of your religion, and to fill up the measure of your crimes, you will be hardly enough to assert that "Religion has no reason to boast of the benefits she has procured to the cause of morality, or the general interests of society. Let us tear away the veil, you will say, with which she has covered herself;—let us trace her to her origin—and analyze her principles—let us follow her step by step, and we shall discover that all her credit rests on deception, credulity and ignorance; that the never hath been, nor ever will be of any advantage in the world, except to those, who are interested in deceiving mankind;—that she is the fountain from which has flowed the great calamities, that have afflicted the world; and that, instead of the happiness which she promises, she hath only inflamed men with religious fury, by which forgetting their interest and duties, they have shed oceans of blood, and been guilty of every crime. "Stupid Beings!—by thus removing the restraints of religion from the vicious passions of men, you confound all the distinctions of good and evil; you annihilate virtue—you untie the bands of society, and dissolve all the obligations of law and duty; and by subverting the only just foundation of a virtuous life, you render it a tithe of caprice and self love. To assert that religion corrupts the heart of man, is the very quintessence of folly or madness. From what source do you derive all your ideas of virtue, your rules for thinking and acting right? From whence have the enemies of religion borrowed the noble maxims and sentences, which they have scattered thro' their works, as a veil to conceal their impious designs? Have they not stolen them all from the sacred writings? And now they pompously affect to teach what religion taught long before in a more simple and modest manner.
Frenchmen, I foresee that you will in a short time become a prey to the most horrid anarchy, and groan under the heaviest bondage, that ever afflicted a nation. Unable to govern yourselves, you will seek others to rule you; and it is not at all improbable that, in a paroxysm of phrensy, you will forget the allegiance due to your lawful sovereign, and place yourselves under a tyrant, who will tame you to the most servile obedience. In this state of obsequious will and suffer for a season; but it will not be long ere weary of their oppression, you will tremble the usurpers from their seats, as the just punishment of their avarice, ambition, injustice and cruelty. But your calamities will not end here. After you have destroyed these tyrants, you will continue to be the sport of slaves under a form of liberty. The torch of discord will flame in every quarter of your country; and afield the only light to be discovered amidst the surrounding gloom. In short you will experience all the horrors of a ferocious democracy, which will destroy more lives than were ever sacrificed by the most sanguinary tyrants; perfidy, violence and rapine will fill up the annals of our history, and coafen the names of Frenchmen to future generations with infamy. So dreadful will be your condition that you will with again and again for your former chains, as infinitely preferable to your present state; and happy will you be if you escape from it; but more happy if these terrible revolutions produce a general reformation of manners. Should you once more have an opportunity of choosing for yourselves, bear in mind this important truth: "That an extensive empire will not admit of the same form of government, as a small community;—that a republican system is only adapted to the purity of morals; a limited monarchy is best suited to restrain the corruptions of human nature, as despotism is only fit to scourge the crimes of the damned."
Frenchmen, I foresee that you will in a short time become a prey to the most horrid anarchy, and groan under the heaviest bondage, that ever afflicted a nation. Unable to govern yourselves, you will seek others to rule you; and it is not at all improbable that, in a paroxysm of phrensy, you will forget the allegiance due to your lawful sovereign, and place yourselves under a tyrant, who will tame you to the most servile obedience. In this state of obsequious will and suffer for a season; but it will not be long ere weary of their oppression, you will tremble the usurpers from their seats, as the just punishment of their avarice, ambition, injustice and cruelty. But your calamities will not end here. After you have destroyed these tyrants, you will continue to be the sport of slaves under a form of liberty. The torch of discord will flame in every quarter of your country; and afield the only light to be discovered amidst the surrounding gloom. In short you will experience all the horrors of a ferocious democracy, which will destroy more lives than were ever sacrificed by the most sanguinary tyrants; perfidy, violence and rapine will fill up the annals of our history, and coafen the names of Frenchmen to future generations with infamy. So dreadful will be your condition that you will with again and again for your former chains, as infinitely preferable to your present state; and happy will you be if you escape from it; but more happy if these terrible revolutions produce a general reformation of manners. Should you once more have an opportunity of choosing for yourselves, bear in mind this important truth: "That an extensive empire will not admit of the same form of government, as a small community;—that a republican system is only adapted to the purity of morals; a limited monarchy is best suited to restrain the corruptions of human nature, as despotism is only fit to scourge the crimes of the damned."
* Un etat immense ne se gouverne pas comme une poignée d'Hommes; le gouvernement republicain n'est fait que pour le ciel, le monarchique pour la terre, & le despotique pour les enfans.
* Un etat immense ne se gouverne pas comme une poignée d'Hommes; le gouvernement republicain n'est fait que pour le ciel, le monarchique pour la terre, & le despotique pour les enfans.
For the Gazette of the United States.
For the Gazette of the United States.
United States, Feb. 5th. 1795.
United States, Feb. 5th. 1795.
SIR, I send you a copy of the proceedings of a Democratic Society lately established, which you are at liberty to publish if you think proper; the Society cannot claim the merit of any great originality of ideas, as many of their expressions, indeed whole sentences and resolutions, are borrowed from the proceedings of a Society of which I am a Member, and the behaviour of the President, Secretary and Guy Faux, is exactly similar to that of three members of
SIR, I send you a copy of the proceedings of a Democratic Society lately established, which you are at liberty to publish if you think proper; the Society cannot claim the merit of any great originality of ideas, as many of their expressions, indeed whole sentences and resolutions, are borrowed from the proceedings of a Society of which I am a Member, and the behaviour of the President, Secretary and Guy Faux, is exactly similar to that of three members of
our Society. Though it must be acknowledged that the members of the new Club are more candid than those of other Societies, in their exposition of the motives of their association, as they fairly give the real views and designs of the institution, instead of the ostensible ones.
our Society. Though it must be acknowledged that the members of the new Club are more candid than those of other Societies, in their exposition of the motives of their association, as they fairly give the real views and designs of the institution, instead of the ostensible ones.
Yours, &c. A. Y. Mr. John Fenn, Philadelphia.
Yours, &c. A. Y. Mr. John Fenn, Philadelphia.
At a Meeting of a number of the inhabitants of Anarely town, on Saturday the 31st of January, 1795.
At a Meeting of a number of the inhabitants of Anarely town, on Saturday the 31st of January, 1795.
PRESENT, WALTER TYLER, JOHN STRAW, and GUY FAUX.
PRESENT, WALTER TYLER, JOHN STRAW, and GUY FAUX.
THE persons present took into consideration the many slights and mortifications they have severally met with, and the alarming appearance of the complete establishment of order and regularity, thereby threatening ruin and destruction to the future political and social prospects of themselves and friends; and considering that the impending danger may be most effectually averted by the formation of a society, in which the wishes wants and sufferings of the members may be stated, and measures of attainment and relief adopted and pursued in a collective capacity, it was unanimously
THE persons present took into consideration the many slights and mortifications they have severally met with, and the alarming appearance of the complete establishment of order and regularity, thereby threatening ruin and destruction to the future political and social prospects of themselves and friends; and considering that the impending danger may be most effectually averted by the formation of a society, in which the wishes wants and sufferings of the members may be stated, and measures of attainment and relief adopted and pursued in a collective capacity, it was unanimously
Resolved, That the persons present form themselves into a society to be called the Democratic Society of the town of Anarely.
Resolved, That the persons present form themselves into a society to be called the Democratic Society of the town of Anarely.
The meeting then proceeded to the election of a President and Secretary, when Citizen Walter Tyler was chosen President, and Citizen John Straw Secretary.
The meeting then proceeded to the election of a President and Secretary, when Citizen Walter Tyler was chosen President, and Citizen John Straw Secretary.
Resolved, That Citizens Tyler, Straw, and Faux, be a committee to draw up resolutions expressive of the sentiments of this society on certain public measures.
Resolved, That Citizens Tyler, Straw, and Faux, be a committee to draw up resolutions expressive of the sentiments of this society on certain public measures.
The committee having hastily committed their ideas to writing, the President resumed the chair, when after mature deliberation the following resolutions were passed unanimously.
The committee having hastily committed their ideas to writing, the President resumed the chair, when after mature deliberation the following resolutions were passed unanimously.
That the present mode of filling legislative executive and judiciary offices, by the appointment of those persons who are best qualified, is aristocratical and improper, and clearly tends to the exclusion from office of every member of this society.
That the present mode of filling legislative executive and judiciary offices, by the appointment of those persons who are best qualified, is aristocratical and improper, and clearly tends to the exclusion from office of every member of this society.
Resolved, That no person ought to be appointed to any office for a longer term than six months, and such person should afterwards be incapable of re-election, until every other citizen has had his turn.
Resolved, That no person ought to be appointed to any office for a longer term than six months, and such person should afterwards be incapable of re-election, until every other citizen has had his turn.
Resolved, That until the above regulation, or something similar thereto, takes place, by which we may become the servants of the people, we will continue our meetings and exercise our sovereignty by abusing our servants in office and their doings.
Resolved, That until the above regulation, or something similar thereto, takes place, by which we may become the servants of the people, we will continue our meetings and exercise our sovereignty by abusing our servants in office and their doings.
Resolved, That the excise on homemade spirits is odious, oppressive, arbitrary, tyrannical, unjust, unequal, iniquitous, illegal and unconstitutional, tending to stagnate the circulation of free thought and enquiry, to dry up the sources of our patriotism, and to weaken the mainpring of our energy and virtue.
Resolved, That the excise on homemade spirits is odious, oppressive, arbitrary, tyrannical, unjust, unequal, iniquitous, illegal and unconstitutional, tending to stagnate the circulation of free thought and enquiry, to dry up the sources of our patriotism, and to weaken the mainpring of our energy and virtue.
Resolved, As the opinion of this society, that the said excise ought to be repealed, and that in lieu thereof an additional duty ought to be laid on the manufacture of snuff and loaf-sugar, inasmuch as loaf-sugar is only used by the aristocratical part of the community, and the taking of snuff is a filthy practice, the vice of old women and petit maîtres, and a discouragement of the more manly employments of timeaking and chewing.
Resolved, As the opinion of this society, that the said excise ought to be repealed, and that in lieu thereof an additional duty ought to be laid on the manufacture of snuff and loaf-sugar, inasmuch as loaf-sugar is only used by the aristocratical part of the community, and the taking of snuff is a filthy practice, the vice of old women and petit maîtres, and a discouragement of the more manly employments of timeaking and chewing.
Resolved, That enforcing the performance of contracts is in the opinion of this society, a grievance of the greatest magnitude, and that the taking the body or goods of the debtor in default of moment is an absolute infringement of the rights of men and things.
Resolved, That enforcing the performance of contracts is in the opinion of this society, a grievance of the greatest magnitude, and that the taking the body or goods of the debtor in default of moment is an absolute infringement of the rights of men and things.
Resolved, That the total want of credit of the members of this society in all late pecuniary transactions is an unsufferable hardship, and that laws ought to be passed compelling persons possessed of money to lend the same, or holding property to sell the same, on reasonable terms of credit, and without those odious enquiries into the situation and circumstances of the borrowers or purchasers.
Resolved, That the total want of credit of the members of this society in all late pecuniary transactions is an unsufferable hardship, and that laws ought to be passed compelling persons possessed of money to lend the same, or holding property to sell the same, on reasonable terms of credit, and without those odious enquiries into the situation and circumstances of the borrowers or purchasers.
The meeting then proceeded to adopt five resolutions, which being of a secret nature, it was agreed that they should not be entered on the journal, but that a fair copy should be drawn which should be signed by the members present, and deposited with the President of the society.
The meeting then proceeded to adopt five resolutions, which being of a secret nature, it was agreed that they should not be entered on the journal, but that a fair copy should be drawn which should be signed by the members present, and deposited with the President of the society.
On motion, Resolved, That the President, Secretary and Citizen Faux, be a committee to correspond with other societies, or with individuals on the most effectual mode of accomplishing the views of this society.
On motion, Resolved, That the President, Secretary and Citizen Faux, be a committee to correspond with other societies, or with individuals on the most effectual mode of accomplishing the views of this society.
Resolved, That Citizens Faux, Tyler and Straw, be a committee to prepare an address to the several Democratic Societies of the United States.
Resolved, That Citizens Faux, Tyler and Straw, be a committee to prepare an address to the several Democratic Societies of the United States.
Resolved, That Citizen Straw, Tyler and Faux, be a committee to draft an address to the people of the United States.
Resolved, That Citizen Straw, Tyler and Faux, be a committee to draft an address to the people of the United States.
Resolved, That Citizen Charles E. G—t, be an honorary member of this Society.
Resolved, That Citizen Charles E. G—t, be an honorary member of this Society.
Resolved, That of the kingdom of the kingdom of this Society, and that he be requested to aid and assist in promoting a spirit of disorganization and anarchy, so favorable to the wishes of the government of the country to which he belongs.
Resolved, That of the kingdom of the kingdom of this Society, and that he be requested to aid and assist in promoting a spirit of disorganization and anarchy, so favorable to the wishes of the government of the country to which he belongs.
Resolved, That it is justifiable in this society to avail itself of the assistance of those persons whose wishes are similar to those of this Body, though originating
Resolved, That it is justifiable in this society to avail itself of the assistance of those persons whose wishes are similar to those of this Body, though originating
from different views and designs, and that the Secretary be authorized to invite all foreigners to attend, who from motives of attachment to their own country, are displeased with the strength and power of this.
from different views and designs, and that the Secretary be authorized to invite all foreigners to attend, who from motives of attachment to their own country, are displeased with the strength and power of this.
Resolved, That it is incumbent on the members of this Society to oppose every measure that may have a tendency to promote the continuation of peace and tranquillity; that therefore every nerve be strained to render Mr. Jay's mission fruitless and abortive, and that the members be prepared to oppose every article and clause of any treaty or convention which may be signed with Great Britain; and that all persons be invited to assist who were originally opposed to his mission, or who are in dread of his future promotion, either in the United States, or in the State to which he belongs.
Resolved, That it is incumbent on the members of this Society to oppose every measure that may have a tendency to promote the continuation of peace and tranquillity; that therefore every nerve be strained to render Mr. Jay's mission fruitless and abortive, and that the members be prepared to oppose every article and clause of any treaty or convention which may be signed with Great Britain; and that all persons be invited to assist who were originally opposed to his mission, or who are in dread of his future promotion, either in the United States, or in the State to which he belongs.
The following motion was laid on the table for consideration.
The following motion was laid on the table for consideration.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to consider and report whether a new order of things could not be introduced, more productive of true happiness to the members of this Society, than the present state of civilized life.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to consider and report whether a new order of things could not be introduced, more productive of true happiness to the members of this Society, than the present state of civilized life.
On motion, Resolved, That this Society will consider at their next sitting, the propriety of meeting in future on Sundays, in order to enable a number of persons to attend and become members, who are obliged to keep close on those days when the un-muzzled myriads of justice roam at large.
On motion, Resolved, That this Society will consider at their next sitting, the propriety of meeting in future on Sundays, in order to enable a number of persons to attend and become members, who are obliged to keep close on those days when the un-muzzled myriads of justice roam at large.
Citizen Faux presented the following motion:
Citizen Faux presented the following motion:
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to wait on the Printers of the several newspapers in this town, and inform them that this Society being the Bulwark of Freedom, and the Terror of Aristocracy, and being composed of the Champions of Liberty and the Friends of Equality, it will not suffer the effulgence of its Patriotism, to be obscured by the licentious abuse of their libeling prints, but that the society representing a part of the people of the United States, will resist every attack on its Majesty and Sovereignty in a manner becoming Freemen and Patriots.
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to wait on the Printers of the several newspapers in this town, and inform them that this Society being the Bulwark of Freedom, and the Terror of Aristocracy, and being composed of the Champions of Liberty and the Friends of Equality, it will not suffer the effulgence of its Patriotism, to be obscured by the licentious abuse of their libeling prints, but that the society representing a part of the people of the United States, will resist every attack on its Majesty and Sovereignty in a manner becoming Freemen and Patriots.
An amendment was proposed by citizen Straw, but citizen Faux declaring that he would permit no amendment to a resolution flowing from his pen, citizen Straw consented to withdraw the same, and a resolution was adopted as proposed. Citizen Straw moved that this society adjourn to meet on Saturday next, when citizen Faux moved an amendment, by striking out "Saturday," and inserting "Monday." And also to amend the style and inflame the passions by inserting at convenient distances in large letters "Hewers of Wood" "Drawers of water" and "Wooden Shoes."
An amendment was proposed by citizen Straw, but citizen Faux declaring that he would permit no amendment to a resolution flowing from his pen, citizen Straw consented to withdraw the same, and a resolution was adopted as proposed. Citizen Straw moved that this society adjourn to meet on Saturday next, when citizen Faux moved an amendment, by striking out "Saturday," and inserting "Monday." And also to amend the style and inflame the passions by inserting at convenient distances in large letters "Hewers of Wood" "Drawers of water" and "Wooden Shoes."
The members being equally divided the President was called upon to decide, when he voted against the amendment, whereupon it was Resolved.
The members being equally divided the President was called upon to decide, when he voted against the amendment, whereupon it was Resolved.
That the next meeting of the Society be held on Saturday next.
That the next meeting of the Society be held on Saturday next.
Citizen Faux delivered a protest against the foregoing resolution in the words following:
Citizen Faux delivered a protest against the foregoing resolution in the words following:
Liberty or Death i.e. My own way or Infurrection.
Liberty or Death i.e. My own way or Infurrection.
At a time like this big with the fate of millions yet unborn, when we may momentarily expect our liberties to be laid prostrate by the noble hand of violence and arbitrary power our fittings should be permanent or at least on every alternate day. The blaze of revolutionary principles should burn with unabating lustre, the coals of party should never cease to glow until our glorious purposes are fully accomplished, but in weekly fittings the flame of the last meeting is extinguished before the arrival of the next, partial zeal, patriotic enthusiasm subsides, hobbling reason overtakes the weak members of the Society, and destroys all projects of future glory. Every member has a right to propose an amendment, and to protest if it is not carried. I do therefore protest, solemnly protest against the adjournment of this society until this day week, and against the non adoption of my revolutionary language. Further, in the determination of the President in favor of the Secretary's motion and against my amendment, I see that fellow feeling, that dangerous fellow feeling which men in office naturally have for each other; and I do declare that the affairs of this society will never be rightly administered unless the President or Secretary is changed.
At a time like this big with the fate of millions yet unborn, when we may momentarily expect our liberties to be laid prostrate by the noble hand of violence and arbitrary power our fittings should be permanent or at least on every alternate day. The blaze of revolutionary principles should burn with unabating lustre, the coals of party should never cease to glow until our glorious purposes are fully accomplished, but in weekly fittings the flame of the last meeting is extinguished before the arrival of the next, partial zeal, patriotic enthusiasm subsides, hobbling reason overtakes the weak members of the Society, and destroys all projects of future glory. Every member has a right to propose an amendment, and to protest if it is not carried. I do therefore protest, solemnly protest against the adjournment of this society until this day week, and against the non adoption of my revolutionary language. Further, in the determination of the President in favor of the Secretary's motion and against my amendment, I see that fellow feeling, that dangerous fellow feeling which men in office naturally have for each other; and I do declare that the affairs of this society will never be rightly administered unless the President or Secretary is changed.
On motion Resolved,
On motion Resolved,
That copies of the proceedings of this Society, be transmitted to the several Democratic Societies within the United States, the Jacobin club at Paris, and distinguished individuals possessing revolutionary sentiments.
That copies of the proceedings of this Society, be transmitted to the several Democratic Societies within the United States, the Jacobin club at Paris, and distinguished individuals possessing revolutionary sentiments.
On motion, by Citizen Straw, that the thanks of the Society be given to the President, for his able and upright behaviour in the discharge of the duties of his office.
On motion, by Citizen Straw, that the thanks of the Society be given to the President, for his able and upright behaviour in the discharge of the duties of his office.
The question being put, the members were equally divided, when the President determined in favour of the motion.
The question being put, the members were equally divided, when the President determined in favour of the motion.
The President left the chair, and moved that the thanks of the Society be given to Secretary Straw, for the able discharge of his duty, which was carried in the affirmative, Citizen Faux being the only dissenting voice.
The President left the chair, and moved that the thanks of the Society be given to Secretary Straw, for the able discharge of his duty, which was carried in the affirmative, Citizen Faux being the only dissenting voice.
By order of the Democratic Society of the town of Anarely, WALTER TYLER, President. Attest, John Straw, Secretary.
By order of the Democratic Society of the town of Anarely, WALTER TYLER, President. Attest, John Straw, Secretary.
UNITED STATES.
UNITED STATES.
BOSTON, February 16.
BOSTON, February 16.
A HORRID MURDER!
A HORRID MURDER!
On Wednesday last, between the hours of twelve and one in the morning, a most horrid murder was committed on the body of Capt. CHARLES FURBUSH, of Andover, by a Negro man of his own family, named Pomp. The family of the deceased, consisted of his wife, a son, and three daughters, and the negro before mentioned. The son, and two of the daughters were from home. The deceased, and his wife, slept as usual, in the room of the lower floor, and the daughter in a bed-room adjacent. The negro had retired to his chamber without any signs of uneasiness known to the family. But between twelve and one, he got up, dressed himself, and first alarmed the daughter, by an attempt to get into her room; but finding the door fastened, desisted from the attempt. He immediately entered the room of the deceased, while both he and his wife were in a sound sleep, and struck him with the head of an ax upon his left temple, with such force, as to dash in the skull; and with a second blow, partly upon the left eye, and partly upon the cheek, drove in the bones—he expired immediately without a groan.
On Wednesday last, between the hours of twelve and one in the morning, a most horrid murder was committed on the body of Capt. CHARLES FURBUSH, of Andover, by a Negro man of his own family, named Pomp. The family of the deceased, consisted of his wife, a son, and three daughters, and the negro before mentioned. The son, and two of the daughters were from home. The deceased, and his wife, slept as usual, in the room of the lower floor, and the daughter in a bed-room adjacent. The negro had retired to his chamber without any signs of uneasiness known to the family. But between twelve and one, he got up, dressed himself, and first alarmed the daughter, by an attempt to get into her room; but finding the door fastened, desisted from the attempt. He immediately entered the room of the deceased, while both he and his wife were in a sound sleep, and struck him with the head of an ax upon his left temple, with such force, as to dash in the skull; and with a second blow, partly upon the left eye, and partly upon the cheek, drove in the bones—he expired immediately without a groan.
The blows awoke Mrs. Furbush, who instantly springing up, the negro left the room. The daughter also hearing the blows, and the screeches of her mother, instantly ran in, and with her mother, attempted to raise up the body of the deceased, but finding no signs of life, made their escape by a back way to the nearest neighbour, to call assistance. In the mean time, to complete the horrid scene, the negro returned, took off his coat, turned up his shirt sleeves, and with a knife, most inhumanly cut his master's throat. He then dragged the body from the bed, and left it naked on the floor. By this time, assistance came, and found the negro standing by the kitchen fire. Being asked what he had been doing, he readily confessed the fact, and delivered himself up.
The blows awoke Mrs. Furbush, who instantly springing up, the negro left the room. The daughter also hearing the blows, and the screeches of her mother, instantly ran in, and with her mother, attempted to raise up the body of the deceased, but finding no signs of life, made their escape by a back way to the nearest neighbour, to call assistance. In the mean time, to complete the horrid scene, the negro returned, took off his coat, turned up his shirt sleeves, and with a knife, most inhumanly cut his master's throat. He then dragged the body from the bed, and left it naked on the floor. By this time, assistance came, and found the negro standing by the kitchen fire. Being asked what he had been doing, he readily confessed the fact, and delivered himself up.
Thus died Capt. Charles Furbush, in the 59th year of his age; who has left an afflicted family, and friends, to lament his untimely fate!
Thus died Capt. Charles Furbush, in the 59th year of his age; who has left an afflicted family, and friends, to lament his untimely fate!
Yesterday a bill passed the house, incorporating a town by the name of JAY.
Yesterday a bill passed the house, incorporating a town by the name of JAY.
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 24.
PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 24.
A Correspondent observes, that the Paragraphs in the Aurora of this morning appear to be seized with the horrors of Botany Bay—Their imagination has grouped a set for a trip to that Land of Reformation.
A Correspondent observes, that the Paragraphs in the Aurora of this morning appear to be seized with the horrors of Botany Bay—Their imagination has grouped a set for a trip to that Land of Reformation.
It is abundantly evident that the general and devout observance of the late Federal Thanksgiving, has affected the nervous system of the Aurora Croakers.
It is abundantly evident that the general and devout observance of the late Federal Thanksgiving, has affected the nervous system of the Aurora Croakers.
When they talk of a "Head to the Church" they are as much to be pitied as the poor man who swallowed not only his tools, but the Cobler himself.
When they talk of a "Head to the Church" they are as much to be pitied as the poor man who swallowed not only his tools, but the Cobler himself.
A Correspondent says, there is the severest Satire on the exercise of the Rights of Suffrage by the People in the Independent Gazetteer of Saturday last, that perhaps ever appeared in print.—In electing eleven persons to serve as Members of Assembly, the free and enlightened Citizens of the County and City of Philadelphia, have not chosen one person, who possesses, according to this Caricaturist, the qualifications necessary to form a Statesman.
A Correspondent says, there is the severest Satire on the exercise of the Rights of Suffrage by the People in the Independent Gazetteer of Saturday last, that perhaps ever appeared in print.—In electing eleven persons to serve as Members of Assembly, the free and enlightened Citizens of the County and City of Philadelphia, have not chosen one person, who possesses, according to this Caricaturist, the qualifications necessary to form a Statesman.
The "Gallery of Portraits," undesignedly no doubt, betrays the real sentiments of those democratic demagogues, who for certain purposes cry up the mighty and infallibility of the people.—Here we see that according to their opinion, it would be better to draw a lottery for Representatives than to trust the judgment of the people.
The "Gallery of Portraits," undesignedly no doubt, betrays the real sentiments of those democratic demagogues, who for certain purposes cry up the mighty and infallibility of the people.—Here we see that according to their opinion, it would be better to draw a lottery for Representatives than to trust the judgment of the people.
Died yesterday morning, aged about 55 years, after six days illness of a Pleurisy. JOSEPH PASCHALL, a respectable Merchant and native of this City.
Died yesterday morning, aged about 55 years, after six days illness of a Pleurisy. JOSEPH PASCHALL, a respectable Merchant and native of this City.
The honest and upright conduct of this worthy man, secured him the confidence and affection of his fellow-Citizens; and having a good capacity for business, with a disposition to be useful, it enabled him to act with great propriety, the part of an able arbitrator among them.
The honest and upright conduct of this worthy man, secured him the confidence and affection of his fellow-Citizens; and having a good capacity for business, with a disposition to be useful, it enabled him to act with great propriety, the part of an able arbitrator among them.
He was not less distinguished for his zeal, to promote the interest of public institutions of the greatest utility among us. In particular he served as a Director of the Library 30 years, of the fire Insurance Company 15 years, and nine years, as a Manager of the Pennsylvania Hospital.
He was not less distinguished for his zeal, to promote the interest of public institutions of the greatest utility among us. In particular he served as a Director of the Library 30 years, of the fire Insurance Company 15 years, and nine years, as a Manager of the Pennsylvania Hospital.
To Correspondents.
To Correspondents.
An interview is requested with the writer of the Counterpart to the "Gallery of Portraits."
An interview is requested with the writer of the Counterpart to the "Gallery of Portraits."
The Eulogium contains a recital of
The Eulogium contains a recital of
Facts—but there are considerations which deter the Editor from exhibiting them in the garb presented.
Facts—but there are considerations which deter the Editor from exhibiting them in the garb presented.
By this Day's Mail.
By this Day's Mail.
BALTIMORE, Feb. 21.
BALTIMORE, Feb. 21.
Yesterday favored us with a pleasant southerly gale; and the Patapsco was once more clouded with the canvas wings of commerce. The brig Helle Maria arrived from Bremen, and the bark Robin, from Rotterdam, from whence she sailed about twelve weeks since. Off the coast of England she met with very heavy gales of wind, which did much damage to her rigging and deprived her of one of her bell hands. An attempt was made to save her—but in vain—the unhappy man was quickly entombed in the briny abyss.
Yesterday favored us with a pleasant southerly gale; and the Patapsco was once more clouded with the canvas wings of commerce. The brig Helle Maria arrived from Bremen, and the bark Robin, from Rotterdam, from whence she sailed about twelve weeks since. Off the coast of England she met with very heavy gales of wind, which did much damage to her rigging and deprived her of one of her bell hands. An attempt was made to save her—but in vain—the unhappy man was quickly entombed in the briny abyss.
Arrived also a Schooner from Jeremie, a Schooner & a sloop from Charleston, and a sloop from Alexandria.
Arrived also a Schooner from Jeremie, a Schooner & a sloop from Charleston, and a sloop from Alexandria.
The impracticability of boarding the above vessels, owing to the floating of the ice, prevented us from obtaining any further particulars. It is however reported, that several French ships of war, with 6000 troops, have arrived at Guadalupe.
The impracticability of boarding the above vessels, owing to the floating of the ice, prevented us from obtaining any further particulars. It is however reported, that several French ships of war, with 6000 troops, have arrived at Guadalupe.
The Eastern Mail arrived late this day, but brought nothing new.
The Eastern Mail arrived late this day, but brought nothing new.
For Sale, A few Barrels of excellent APPLES. Enquire at No. 38, Arch Street. Feb. 24.
For Sale, A few Barrels of excellent APPLES. Enquire at No. 38, Arch Street. Feb. 24.
The members of St. Andrew's Society, are requested to attend their Quarterly Meeting at the Golden Swan, in Third-street, on Saturday, the 20th instant, at 7 o'clock, P. M. RICHARD LAKE, Secretary.
The members of St. Andrew's Society, are requested to attend their Quarterly Meeting at the Golden Swan, in Third-street, on Saturday, the 20th instant, at 7 o'clock, P. M. RICHARD LAKE, Secretary.
110,000 weight of Green Coffee, In 87 bds. 40 barrels, and 200 bags, entitled to the drawback, stored on Messrs. Willig & Francis' wharf. 1st 2d & 3d 4th Proof Bourdeaux Brandy, 30 pipes of London particular Teneriffe, and London particular Madeira WINES, in bds. pipes, and quarter casks, Malaga D. in quarter casks. Arrigga and other RUM in bds. St. Croix SUGAR of the first quality, St. Marks MOLASSES, Hylon TEA, Jamaica SPIRITS, Holland IN, in pipes, LOAF SUGAR, in bds. PEPPER, &c. &c.
110,000 weight of Green Coffee, In 87 bds. 40 barrels, and 200 bags, entitled to the drawback, stored on Messrs. Willig & Francis' wharf. 1st 2d & 3d 4th Proof Bourdeaux Brandy, 30 pipes of London particular Teneriffe, and London particular Madeira WINES, in bds. pipes, and quarter casks, Malaga D. in quarter casks. Arrigga and other RUM in bds. St. Croix SUGAR of the first quality, St. Marks MOLASSES, Hylon TEA, Jamaica SPIRITS, Holland IN, in pipes, LOAF SUGAR, in bds. PEPPER, &c. &c.
FOR SALE BY Levinus Clarkson, No. 216, fourth Water Street. Dec. 4.
FOR SALE BY Levinus Clarkson, No. 216, fourth Water Street. Dec. 4.
FOR SALE, At the STORES of Jesse & Robert Waln, PORT WINE in pipes, bds. and quarter casks. LISBON do. in pipes and quarter casks. Souchong and Congo TEAS, in quarter casks. A quantity of Lisbon and Cadiz SALT. Soft-shelled ALMONDS in bales. Velvet CORKS, in do. Russia MATTS. June 9.
FOR SALE, At the STORES of Jesse & Robert Waln, PORT WINE in pipes, bds. and quarter casks. LISBON do. in pipes and quarter casks. Souchong and Congo TEAS, in quarter casks. A quantity of Lisbon and Cadiz SALT. Soft-shelled ALMONDS in bales. Velvet CORKS, in do. Russia MATTS. June 9.
F R E S H Bohea Tea,
F R E S H Bohea Tea,
AND GIN in Pipes,
AND GIN in Pipes,
Now Landing from on board the ship Peggy, John Elliott master, from Amsterdam. Also Imported by the late Arrivals, Ruffa Hemp, first quality. Ditto Sail Duck. Ditto Raven Duck. Brown Ruffa Sheeting. Ticklenburgs. Crazeburgs. Brown Flanders Sheeting. Hessian and Brown Rolls. Cotton Stripes and Checks. Flanders Bedticks. Holland Sail Duck. Seine Twine. Dutch Great Coats. Gin in cases. Madder. Window Glass, 8 by 16. Jesuits Bark. Opium. Alfalfarda. German Steel. Mill and Cross-cut Saws. Hoes and Cutting Knives. Sythes and Skates. Coffee Mills. Black Lead Crucibles. Anchors from 3 cwt. to 15 cwt. And a General Assortment of 5-4 & 6-4 Boultng Cloth, FOR SALE BY
Now Landing from on board the ship Peggy, John Elliott master, from Amsterdam. Also Imported by the late Arrivals, Ruffa Hemp, first quality. Ditto Sail Duck. Ditto Raven Duck. Brown Ruffa Sheeting. Ticklenburgs. Crazeburgs. Brown Flanders Sheeting. Hessian and Brown Rolls. Cotton Stripes and Checks. Flanders Bedticks. Holland Sail Duck. Seine Twine. Dutch Great Coats. Gin in cases. Madder. Window Glass, 8 by 16. Jesuits Bark. Opium. Alfalfarda. German Steel. Mill and Cross-cut Saws. Hoes and Cutting Knives. Sythes and Skates. Coffee Mills. Black Lead Crucibles. Anchors from 3 cwt. to 15 cwt. And a General Assortment of 5-4 & 6-4 Boultng Cloth, FOR SALE BY
Pragers & Co. Nov. 11.
Pragers & Co. Nov. 11.

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FOR SALE, SEVERAL VALUABLE Tracts of LAND, LYING in King George County, Virginia, lying on the south side of Potomac Creek, near its mouth, being one mile from the river Potomac, containing by old survey eleven hundred and ten acres. There is on the above tract of Land a dwelling house thirty by twenty, with three rooms on the first floor, and two above, with five places, a kitchen with a brick chimney, stables, corn house, meat house, dairy and other out-houses? also a good framed store house by twenty four, and a granary, both perfectly new, and agreeably situated on the Creek, commanding a fine view of the river Potomac, and one of the best fisheries either on the river or creek. This creek is navigable for vessels of several tons, and abounds with wild fowl of every kind, particularly ducks. The land is fertile and well adapted to the culture of corn, rye, and tobacco. There is also on it a quantity of timber of superior quality, either for ship or house building, & contiguous to the water, from whence it could be rafted to Alexandria, or to the City of Washington, and is not more than fifty miles distant from either place. The growth is chiefly red and white oak, locust, walnut, hickory, cedar and poplars of an extraordinary size. There are also a couple of small meadows now in timothy, and several other rich swamps, which may be put in at a small expense. The banks consist chiefly of shell-marl of the best quality, which affords a valuable and inexhaustible fund of manure. Likewise another valuable Tract, lying in Potomac river, in King George county, nearly opposite to Port Tobacco in Maryland, containing about four hundred acres; one hundred of it is heavily timbered with white oak proper for house or ship building; about fifty acres of marsh, and the whole of the land perfectly level, and well adapted to farming, being of a stiff quality, and excellent for holding manure. It bounds on the river about three quarters of a mile, has a most admirable herring and rock fishery, and for wild fowl is perhaps equal to any on the Continent. It is well situated for a Ferry, being at a narrow part of the river, and is not more than three or four miles from the City of Washington by land. We will likewise sell a valuable Tract of Land, lying partly in King George and partly in Stafford county, containing five hundred acres. This tract is about one mile from Potomac Creek, it is well timbered and watered, the soil is of an excellent quality. For a further account apply to Mr. Charles Stuart Waugh, at Dr. Benjamin Duffield's south Front Street, No. 303, or to the Subscribers, living on the premises, King George county, Virginia.
LEWIS WAUGH, OR JOHN WAUGH. Jan. 29. saw4w
Forty Dollars Reward. RAN away from the subscribers in Woodbury, Gloucester County, New Jersey, on Sunday morning, the 12th instant, Two young Negro Fellows , named Jack and Tom, each about 25 years of age; Jack is of a dark black colour and a fair look; Tom is of an open countenance, of a yellowish colour, and much disposed to laugh. They are sprightly active fellows, and but little short of six feet high; they were both well dressed; Jack had on a blue broad cloth coat and different kinds of breeches. Whoever takes up said servants, and secures them in any jail in the United States, so that their masters may get them again shall receive the above reward and reasonable expenses.
John Sparks, Andrew Hunter. Oct. 14 saw3m
A VENDRE, Une Terre Superbe située dans l'Etat de la Nouvelle York.
LA BELLE Habitation connue par le nom de SCOTIA, située sur le bord du nord de la Rivière de Mohawk et vis à vis la florissante ville de Schenectady qui est à l'extrémité de la communication par eau entre la Canada et autres parties occidentales avec la ville d'Albany dont elle est éloignée de seize miles Anglois ou cinq lieues un tiers de France. Cette terre est bornée par ladite Rivière environ deux tiers de lieue—les grands Chemins des parties de l'Ouest et du nord se joignent en cet endroit avec plusieurs autres et conduisent à l'endroit par où l'on traverse la Rivière vis à vis la dite ville—cette habitation contient plus de mille acres, une grande partie de la quelle est en plaine de la premier, qualité et propres pour des prairies ou du grain dont elle produit une grand abondance. On pourroit la diviser en plusieurs habitations donnant à chacune des situations très commodes a placer des maisons—elle contient a présent deux maisons grandes et bien commodes avec des Granges, Ecuries, Magazins, des Remises pour les Voitures et plusieurs autres batimens qui sont très convenables. Le tout situé sur une elevation au bord de la dite Rivière d'ou l'on a une vue bien agreable sur la dite ville, des prairies dans les environs et de la Rivière aussi bien que d'un Reservoir d'environ trente acres, qui est bien fourni de poisson et de gibier. Il y a aussi sur la dite terre une Moulin à eau sur un courant qui ne manque Jamais, avec une maison pour le meunier; on y pourroit ajouter d'autres moulins, &c.—sur cette terre est aussi un bon Verger des meilleurs fruits de ce pays d'environ mille arbres, entre, les Jardins abondent de toutes sortes de fruit propre pour ce climat—Dependant aussi de cette terre plusieurs tenemens avec des lots de terre dont les baux font d'une courte durée. Il n'y a point de terre dans ces parties que soit plus désirable pour toutes sortes de grain d'hiver dont il en a été semé l'Automne passé presque deux cents boisseaux ce que fera compris dans la Vente aussi bien que deux petites Iles dans la Rivière vis a vis a la maison. On pense que la vue de ces terres en donnera une plus haute idée qu'aucune description qu'on pourroit en donner. Pour les conditions de Ventes il faut se rendre chez le soussigné demeurant sur les lieux ou a messieurs Oliver Wendell et Harrison G. Otis, a Boston—messieurs Cornelius Ray et De Witt Clinton, a New-York—messieurs James Gordon et Henry Glen, membres du Congres, a present a Philadelphia, a un monsieur Stephen Bayard, dans la ville de Schenectady, qui feront connoitre le prix et conditions de la Vente.
JOHN SANDERS.
Valuable Property For Sale, IN THE STATE OF NEW-YORK.
THAT valuable and well known Estate, called SCOTIA, situate on the north bank of the Mohawk river, directly opposite the populous and flourishing town of Schenectady, at the foot of the water-communication from the Western Country, and Upper Canada; sixteen miles from the city of Albany, extending about two miles on the bank of the river above and below the said town; this river is the only water communication in the United States with the great western Lakes. The roads from the western and northern parts of the state of New York, together with a number of other public roads here meet, and lead to the noted ferry kept opposite the said town. It contains upwards of one thousand acres, a great proportion of which is interval or low land, calculated both for grain or grain, producing great burthens annually; it may be laid into a number of valuable farms, affording convenient and handsome building grounds; there is now on the premises two very large and commodious dwelling houses, with large Dutch barns, barracks, hovels, stables, cart and waggon house, carriage house, flour house, summer house, and other out-houses, on a commanding eminence near the bank of the river, affording a beautiful and extensive prospect of the river for several miles, the lowland, the town, and a fine lake of water, covering about thirty acres, well stored with all kinds of river fish, fowl, &c. There is a good grist mill on a never failing stream of water, a good frame house, &c. for the miller, also convenience above the mill for erecting more water works; there is a bearing orchard with nearly one thousand apple trees, cut out, grained of the best fruit the gardens are stocked with all the various fruits the climate will admit; also several tenements with portions of land on short leases. The land in point of fertility of soil, is exceeded by none in the state; there is now in the ground near two hundred bushels winter grain, which will be included in the above sale. Also two small islands in the river, opposite the mansion house. A view of the premises, it is presumed, will fully equal any description that can be given thereof. For terms of sale apply to the Subscriber, residing on the premises, Messrs. Oliver Wendell or Harrison G. Otis, Esquires, in the town of Boston, Cornelius Ray, or De Witt Clinton, Esquires, at the city of New York; James Gordon or Henry Glen, Esquires, two of the members of Congress, at the city of Philadelphia; Stephen N. Bayard, in the town of Schenectady, by whom the price & terms of sale will be communicated.
JOHN SANDERS. Scotia, Jan. 28, 1795.
N. B. The remaining stock unfold, and all the farming utensils, the purchaser or purchasers may be accommodated with. Philad. Feb. 7. saw3m
WANTED, An Apprentice To the Watch making and Repairing Business APPLY TO C. Campbell, No. 3, south Fourth street, two doors from Market street. Jan. 19 sawtf
A pleasant Country Seat,
MAY be hired for one or more years and possession given immediately, consisting of A neat three story brick house with a barn, a well of water, and an excellent bearing Orchard, containing 150 trees—It is situated 4 miles from the city between the Willsbickon road and the Schuylkill, at the distance of an agreeable walk from that river, where a pleasure boat may be conveniently kept. The quantity of Land may be confined to 8, or extended to any number of acres not exceeding 40. Apply to Jonathan Williams Jun at Mount Pleasant, adjoining the Premises. Jan. 13 sawtf
Wants Employment,
A Person who has a tolerable knowledge of CONVEYANCING, a general knowledge of Accounts and Figures, and writes a good hand. He would engage by the year, either in an Office or Merchant's counting house. A line addressed to J.B. and left at the Office of the Gazette of the United States, will be duly attended to. Jan. 10 codtf
FOR SALE, A Lot of Ground,
ON the west side of Third, at the corner of New or Story street, in the City of Philadelphia; it being 34 feet 8 inches in front on Third street, and 86 feet deep on Story street. On said lot are two framed dwelling houses; two floors high; the corner house almost new, with a good cellar. For terms and other particulars, apply at the Office of Edward Bonnell & Co. or at No. 60, north Second Street. Jan. 26 saw3w
City of Washington. SCHEME OF THE LOTTERY, No. II. FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE FEDERAL CITY.
1 A magnificent 20,000 Dollars, and dwelling house, 5 cash 36,000 are   1 ditto 15,000 & cash 25,000 50,000  1 ditto 15,000 & cash 15,000 40,000  1 ditto 10,000 & cash 10,000 30,000  1 ditto 5,000 & cash 5,000 20,000  1 ditto 5,000 & cash 5,000 10,000  1 Cash prize of 10,000  10 ditto 1,000 each 10,000  40 ditto 500 20,000  100 ditto 100 10,000  200 ditto 50 10,000  400 ditto 25 10,000  1,000 ditto 20 20,000  15,000 ditto 10 150,000   16,739 Prizes 33,261 Blanks 50,000 Tickets at 8 dollars 400,000
This Lottery will afford an elegant specimen of the private buildings to be erected in the City of Washington—Two beautiful designs are already selected for the entire fronts on two of the public squares; from these drawings, it is proposed to erect two centre and four corner buildings, as soon as possible after this Lottery is sold, and to convey them when complete, to the fortunate adventurers, in the manner described in the scheme for the Hotel Lottery. A net deduction of five per cent. will be made to defray the necessary expenses of printing, &c. and the surplus will be made a part of the fund intended for the National University, to be erected within the City of Washington.
The drawing will commence as soon as the Tickets are sold off—The money prizes will be payable in thirty days after it is finished, and any prizes for which fortunate numbers are not produced within twelve months after the drawing is closed are to be considered as given towards the fund for the University, it being determined to settle the whole business in a year from the ending of the drawing and to take up the bonds given as security. The real securities given for the payment of the Prizes, are held by the President and two Directors of the Bank of Columbia, and are valued at more than half the amount of the Lottery. The drawing will be under the management of 24 gentlemen approved by the commissioners for the City of Washington, for the time being, and acting on oath.
SAMUEL BLODGET.
** Tickets may be had at the Bank of Columbia; of James Weth & Co. Baltimore; of Gideon Denison, Savannah; of Peter Gilman, Boston; of John Hopkins, Richmond; and of Richard Wells, Cooper's Ferry. Aug. 30 codtf
Wants Employment,
AN Elderly person, who writes a good hand, and understands accounts, and who also can be well recommended for his honesty and industry. Any tradesman or mechanic who pay with for such a person to keep his books, and make out his bills, may receive information by applying to James Hardie, corner of Lombard and Fifth street. Jan. 23 sawtf
COFFEE, 54 hogsheads } 120,000 lbs. 350 barrels } Just arrived in the Rebecca, Captain Hughes, from Jamaica. FOR SALE BY Peter Blight.
Who has also now landing out of the Mercury, from Oporto, Choice Red Port Wine, IN PIPES. Dec. 22
CARRIAGE OF THE PUBLIC MAILS.
PROPOSALS will be received at the General Post-Office until the 3rd day of March next, inclusively, for carrying the mails of the United States between Philadelphia and Baltimore—Baltimore and Alexandria—and Philadelphia and Pittsburgh—the times of arrival to be as follows—
1. Philadelphia and New-York. Receive the mail at PHILADELPHIA every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at one o'clock in the afternoon—and deliver it at New-York (in twenty hours after, viz.) every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday at nine o'clock in the morning. RETURNING, receive the mail at New-York every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday, at one in the afternoon, and deliver it at Philadelphia (in nineteen hours, viz.) every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday, at eight o'clock in the morning.
2. Philadelphia and Baltimore. Persons offering proposals are desired to state on what terms they will carry this mail three times a week, and on what terms they will carry it six times a week.
3. Three times a week. Receive the mail at PHILADELPHIA every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, and deliver it at Baltimore (in twenty eight hours) every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Monday afternoons by three o'clock—RETURNING receive the mail at BALTIMORE every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday and Monday evenings by ten o'clock, and deliver it at Philadelphia (in 34 hours) every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, by eight o'clock.
4. Six times a week. Receive the mail at PHILADELPHIA every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, and deliver it at Baltimore (in twenty eight hours) every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Monday afternoons by three o'clock—RETURNING, receive the mail at Alexandria the same evenings by half past ten o'clock, or early the next morning, and deliver it at Baltimore, every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, by half past four o'clock in the afternoon.
From the 1st of November to the 1st of April, receive the mail at BALTIMORE as before, and deliver it at Georgetown every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, by seven o'clock in the evening, and at Alexandria, each succeeding morning at eight o'clock. RETURNING, receive the mail at Alexandria every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at five o'clock in the afternoon, and deliver it at Georgetown at seven o'clock in the evening, and at Baltimore on each succeeding day at half past four in the afternoon.
NOTE. Persons proposing to carry the Mails on this route, are requested to state on what terms they will carry it every day (Sundays excepted) the hours for receiving and delivering the mail being the same.
5. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Receive the Mail at Philadelphia every Saturday at half past eleven o'clock in the forenoon, and deliver it at Pittsburgh every Friday at noon. RETURNING, receive the mail at Pittsburgh every Friday at five o'clock in the afternoon, and deliver it at Philadelphia every Friday at noon.
NOTE 1. The cost for carrying these Mails will be made to commence on the 15th day of April next (except the mail No. 4, the carriage of which shall commence on Saturday the 18th day of April) and continue in force until the 1st day of April 1799.
NOTE 2. Should the hours of receiving and delivering these Mails be found inconvenient to the public, the Post-Master-General, may at any time change them; provided that if such changes would prove injurious to the contractors, they shall not be made without an adequate compensation previously stipulated.
NOTE 3. For every quarter of an hour's delay, not exceeding twelve quarters, and for every hour's delay thereafter, subsequent to the times preferred for delivering the three first mails at the Post-Offices in New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Alexandria, the contractors shall forfeit one dollar; and for every hour's delay in delivering the fourth mail at Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, respectively, they shall forfeit one dollar. And no excuses to save a forfeiture for delays will be admitted, unless reasonable proof be produced to the Post-Master-General, that the delays were occasioned by impassibility of rivers.
NOTE 4. The contractors shall be responsible for the fidelity of the persons, to whom they entrust the mails. General Post Office, Philadelphia. Jan. 29th, 1795. saw6w