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sent and SOME Of them even public
" expressed their discomfort. John, how
ever, in an explanatory lecture, endeavored to
shew that he had proceeded secundum artem,
according to the most approved practice l
was displeased myself with his allusion to
the revolutionary Congress, in justihca-
ton of one of his resolutions as if there
was any sort of resemblance between our
situation now and our situation then. /
the report of the committee of INTERPRETATIONS,
it would be little more than second edition
of the Declaration of independence. wish
some careful friend would endeavor to impress
it upon him, that these states are not British
colonies at present. Perhaps this fact may
have been swept from his recollection BY the
roarings of Duane but it ought not to be en-
tirely lost sight ofin public discussions.
l had intended, friend Samuel, to give thee
faithful account of what witnessed yester-
the and thy readers, as well as myself. One
little anecdote may serve as specimen Of
what took place. Smile accused Randolph
of wishing to pretract the public business,
which he said he could not reconcile to his
conscience, as he (Smilie) had no other end
in view than the public good. This insinua-
ton nettled Randolph, who replied that he
had as deep stake in the public welfare as
the member from Pennsylvania; that his
(Randolph's) property consisted in terra FIR
ma, and he thanked God that he was born in
the state he had the honor to represent
Smile, as thou mayest know, is by birth an
Irishman; and although this cot may be re-
earded as rather severe,I confess it ought to
be source Of sorrow to every native Ameri-
can to find the public sentiment directed, and
the councils of his country in a great measure
swayed, by emigrants from distant regions
Thine, SIMON PURE.
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ner;cau vessels, even on the coast Of the
limited States, was great, vet no order had
been given by the government, for the recove-
|rv.by force, ofany citizens so impressed, from
|.ny British ship of war. The orders given to
the commanders of the frigates and other arm
ID vessels of the United States were for the
nrotcction of their coast, and of their COM
n arce within the legitimate limits,
I need not repeat to you, sir, the sincere
regret of this government, that such an en-
counter took place, and more especially that
il should have produced the unfortunate con-
SEQUENCES which attendedit.
have the honor to be, sc.
(SigneG JAS. MONROE.
sag IT, Foster, Esq. &c.
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WAsHIxeToN, llth Mo. 10 1871.
FRIEND SAMUEL,

FRIEND SAMUEL.
Congress met this year under circumstan-
ces of at least a peculiar nature, in many re-
spects; and not few in the United States
expected that a declaration Of war against
England would speedily be issued, James
Madison's message at the opening Of the ses-
sion was calculated to strengthen such an ex-
pectation It's leading feature is considered
warlike. Yet Congress overlooked this mes
sage for a greater length Of time than they
have generally done; allowing eight days to
elapse before it was suhdivided, in the usu-
al way, and +" paycclied'' out to different COM
, mit,ees, This apparen, apathy on the part of
our n0tional councils induced some to suppose
there was no danger; but others looked upon
the stiffness which prevailed IS ominous ofan
approaching tempest.
At length, however, the budget hath been
opened, so as to give the nation some idea of
the sentiments OF .heir representatives. | at
tended in the hall yesterday, when John Snli-
lie produced his resolutions andverily: friend
Samuel, from what I saw and heard, was
much inclined to doubt the truth of the saying,
that /" in multitude of councillors there is
wisdom" The Er-tamed Governor OF Bara-
traria had not more puzzling cases submitted
to him than had Henry Clay, the new Speak
er, and j, is but justice to add, that he acqult-
ted himself with at least as much adroitness as
Sancho, without having occasion to resort, in
a single instance, TO the decisions, of the lat
Ter.
was sorely grieved TO find so much Of op-
pugnasion manifested towards SMILES resolu-
tons. ! supect John is not skilful political
anatonist, and that lie is young in the bust
ness Of dissec;ing presidential messages. At
any r-ic his method of operating did not meet
With lie approbs,ion Of al the professors pre-
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Congress Of the United States.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNsSDA7, 18Th November, 1911.

VEDNESDA1, 18Th November, 1911.
REPORTED FOR THIS GAZETTE.
Messrs. MAlm and Quincy prescn cd Pc
tit;ons from, merchants OF Baltimore and Bos-
ton, praying liberty to import certain British
goods, Referred to tie committee of COM
merce and manufactures.
Mr. Newton, from the committee Of COM
merce and manufactures, reported bill for
the relief of Thomas and John Clifford, of
Philadelphia, and Charles Wirgman, of Bal
tinore [reiu,bursing certain duties on cop
per Illegally exacted from them.) Referred
to committee Of the whole Oil Monday next
MIR. BIacklease- obtained leave of absence
until "Wednesday next.
On motion of Mr.. Gold, Resolved, That a
committee (of 3 members) be appointed to
enquire into the expediency Of providing by
law for the more convenient taking recogni-
zance and bail in causes depending in the
courts OF the United States, with leave to re-
port by bill or otherwise.
The speaker laid before the house memo
rial from Matthew Lyon, OF Kentucky, pray
ing Reimbursement of the fine exacted from
hiIn under the sedi,ion law for sediticus pub
LEGATIONS, and remuneration for his suffcrings
while imprisoned.
Mr.. New moved that the memorial be re-
ferred to select committee.
Mr.. Randolph seconded that motion, and
moved further, that the said committee be in
structed to inquire whether any and what pro-
secutions have been instituted for lihels in the
courts of the U. S. under the sedition and
common law, and to report what provisions
are necessary for securing the freedom of
speech, and Of the press. Mr.. R. spoke at
some length in support of his motion, con-
tending that there was nothing to prevent the
present or any other Congress from re-enact-
ing the Sedition law. He observed, that when,
at the close of the Federal administration, he
heard member Of Congress from S. Carolina
Mr.. Harper) in an elegant strain of declama-
ton, intreating the then majority to re-enact
that law, in order to protect themselves from
those who were coming into power, and from
the operation of the common law Coy which
the truth could not be given in eyidence) he
could not believe the man was SINCERE but
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NO E.

THE Partnership of w. H. Washington
and George Washington, trading under the
firm OF Washington and Co. is dissolved
The business will in future be carried on by
the subscriber
w. H. Washington.
November Is. St
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A Ii those indebted in any manner to the
n estate of George Slaeum, deceased, are
hereby required to come forward ard make
payment in sufficient time to prevent suits
being commenced at tie next court against
all defaulters-as such step will be una
yoida5le by the administrators.
lane H. SIacum.
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NOTICE.

NOTICE
TINE Members Of the Alexandria Hose
i and Engine Company will please meet
At Mr.. f. P. Tsy Ior's, on Thursday Evening
at four O'Clock, for the purpose of working
their Engine. The Company will also meet
at the Court House the same evening at six
O'Clock. Punctual attendance is requested.
BY order Of the President.
November IS. II
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THURSDAY MORNING, November IA.

OF peace throughout the union, OH lhe iitci-
esting and important Intelligence which is
this day contained under our congressional
head to which we refer.
The following committees have been ap-
3pointed in pursuance of Mr.. Smiles resolu-
tons, yesterday adopted:
Of Foreign Relations.
Mr.. Porter, Mr.. Calhoun, Mr. Grundy,
Mr.. Smile, Mr.. Randolph, Mr.. Bacon Mr..
Key, Mr.. Desha, MIR. Seaver.
Relative TO the Pubic Defence.
Mr. Williams, Mr. Wright, Mr.. Macon,
Mr.. Nelson, Mr.. Stow, MIR. Maxwell, and
Mr.. Talmadgc.
Enlistment ef TROOPS, sc.
Mr. Cheycs, Mr.. Newton, Mr.. Minor, MIR,
Quincy, MIR. Cook, Mr.. M'Kim, ]. NJ Fisk.
Florida .4fair.
Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Bib, Mr.. Blackledge.
Mr.. Taggart, MIR. Champion, Mr.. Butler, *
Mr.. Shaw.
Manufacture Of Cannon and Small Arms. sc.
Mr. Seybert, Mr.. Little, Mr.. Goodwin,
\ MIR. Tracey, and Mr.. Sturges,
Indian affairs.
Mr. K'Kee, Mr., Sewer, Mr.. Morrow, Mr..
kSheffy, and Mr.. Brown
The remaining resolutions were referred
to standing committees as stated yesterday.
- Mr. Bacon has since been excused from
serrmg--ke is chairman Of tho committee Of
ways and means. Eir. Jackson ssas afltointed
ia his place.
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experience, said Mr.. K. had proved that the
prediction was too we'll founded
The memorial was referred to committee
of members.
Mr.. Lewis presented the petition of Antho-
nv Gre ase, of the district of Columbia, pray
ing for law authorising himto hold real
property, previously to his being naturailzed.
Referred to the committee on the District OF
Columbia.
Mr.. Morrow submitted a resolution, dl-
recting the committee of public lands to IN
quire into the expediency OF suspendlng that
part of the law relative to the sale OF pubic
lands which directs that the land Office for the
Orleans Territory shall be opened on the lst
of January, lsi2.-Agreed to.
MIR. Bacon asked and obtained leave to be
excused from serving on the committee OF
Foreign Relations yesterday appointed)
Mr.. M'Kim presented a petition from Jas.
H. M'Culloch, collector of the port of Bald-
more, praying for additional compensation for
; his services Referred to the committee OF
ways and means.
Mr. Minor presented petition from Jo-
seph Simmons, ofPhiladelphia, praying to be
refunded the amount of certain duties. Re-
ferred to the committee of commerce and ma
nufactures. -
Mr.. TalImadge reported bill for the re-
, lief of Abraham Whipple, late captain In
tbs navy of the United States. Referred to
committee of the whole house.
On motion of Mr.. Bassett, the petition of
the heirs of Reaumarchais was again referred
to the committee of claims.
On motion of Mr.. Condit, Resolved, That
the committee of commerce and manufac-
lures be instructed to inquire into the expe-
diency of encouraging the manufacture of
Iron, either by protecting impost duties, or
by prohibiting the importation of Castings,
bar iron, brads, nails, sc. with leave to re-
port by bill.
The house proceeded to the election of
Chaplain on their part. After balloting four
times, the Rev. MIR. Snethen obtained 80
votes, and was accordingly chosen.
A message was received from
the President, enclosing CORES
| po1ldence between MIR. Foster
and MIR. Monroe, and announc-
ing that the British Government
| had renewed their offers Of repa-
| ration for the attack on the Che
sapeake, which had been acced-
ed to by our government. Mr..
Fosters letter containing the Of
fer is dated on the 1st instant.
The reparation proposed con-
slsts Of renewed disavowal of
the attack on the Chesapeake,
an otter to restore the men taken,
and pecuniary compensation to
those who suffered in conse-
quence Of that affair. MIR. Mon
roe's answer, accepting these
| terms, is dated the 18th instant
tuesday,
Another message was resolved from the
president, communicating the result of the
late Census, which was referred to the Com
mittee on that subject.
Mr.. Randolph laid on the table the follow
| ing resolution, which he said he should call
up at some future day: Resolved. That a
committee be appointed to enquire whether
the monies drawn from the treasury since the
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9LEY.i.NDRIl D.aILY GAZETTE.

"To sHEw
THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF The TINE
HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
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October IL
A STORE TO RENT.

On the corner of King and ST. Asaph-
streets, opposite the Indisn Queen Tavern,
lately occupied by M. James c. Deneale.--
The store is roomy and convenient, with
large dry cellar, Aoored the stand is unex-
ceptionable.
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November l.: eo7is
Valuable IMPROVED Land for Sale.

A TRACT of LAND containing about
n two hundred and sixty acres, situated
on the shore of the Potomac River, shors
distance below Alexandria: to the said land
is attached a Fishery, with handsome inn
provements for carrying it on to large ex
teBt-The fences are in excellent order,
large proportion being post and rail, and ale
most new.-There is a convenient DWELL
lNG-HOUSE in good repair, and an excel
lent large KITCHEN: part of the land is
well taken in clover, and the whole perfectly
adapted to the Loudon husbandry. For par.
ticulars apply to
r. |. Taylor,
.1LxxAxDRY/
October o..
~ small adjoining TR ACT, contain
ing twelve acres, on which handsome
DWELLING HOUSE has been began to
be erected, with WELL of excellent water,
may be had on very accommodating terms.
law
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Also, MdY BE HID.

ling House, suitable fer genteel family ard
very convenient to the store. with suitable
out buildings. and good garden. Posses
sion may be had Immediately on very reason
able terms, by application to
Eou,
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OF SICILY.

The following article is extracted from a
ministerial paper OF Oct 8:
Nothing can be more unfounded than
the idea thrown out by the opposition, that
ministers have determined to take military
possession of Sicily. From the models which
they admire, it would not be surprizing if
the opposition should be disposed to initiate
such practices but then they should not
carry their self love SO far as to imagine that
others ought to adopt their system, merely
because it is theirs. Indeed they wholly mis-
understand the question about Siciy-What-
ever difficulties or obstructiens lord w. Ben
timex may have experienced from the Sicilian
government, they have not arisen from any
treacherous partially of the queen towards
Bonsparte, but rather from the resentment
which her majesty feels at the conduct of
the British In the island.
Much has been said Of the circumstances
of the British consul against the oppressive
measures adopted by the Sicilian government
towards some British vessels, but these cases
have been minutely enquired into and out of
thirteen, not more than three of them perhaps
had any real foundation for complaint Be
the subject of this dispute what it may, we
believe lord William Bentinck is now vested
with full powers to meet it, and his lordship
is expected to set out very shortly to resume
his post In Sicily. "-Lsndon PAPER.
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dopted for the training and disciplining the re-
gular troops and militia of the U. S. The
resolution was adopted and committee OF
three appointed to wait Oh the President with
the resolution
A motion was made by Mr. Smile to take
up the apportionmen, bill, and carried, 6s In
favor.
Mr.. Randolph moved to postpone 1t till to-
morrow, for the purpose of considering the
sixth resolution of the committee of foreign
relations.
The question was taken by ayes and noes,
and carried-Aye. 6S-Noes IS.
The House resumed the consideration OF
the unfinished business of yesterday.
The fifth resolution of the committee of TO-
reign relations, agreed to by the House,
was referred to the same committee to
whom was referred the bill from the Sc
nate, relative to the military establishment
The fourth resolution was then on motion
referred to the Committee of foreign rela-
tons.
The sixth resolution reported by the COM
mittee CT foreign relations, and which was
yesterday ordered to lie on the table, was ia
ken up by the house. CThis resolution au-
thoriscs the arming of merchant vessels)
MIR, Wright moved to amend the resolu-
ton by adding and ifattacked by any Brl-
fish ship or vessel it shall be lawful to cap
ture and bring into any port Of the U. States'
such British ship or vessel for adjudication.
Mr.. Wright proceeded in speech OF con-
siderable length to advocate his amendment
Mr.. Findley followed Mr.. Wright, and
when he sat down, the house adjourned (hait
past oclock).
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proclamation did renew the trade between the
United States and Great Britain: That the
President was the only orgnn from whom
correspondence with foreign powers was to
cmanate; that he was best qualified to Judge
and was in fact made the sole Judge to de-
ternine whether G. Britain had 8: SO revoked
or modified her eticts, as that they should
cease TO violate the neutral commerce OF the
United States"-And that his proclamation
was to be evidence the fact. Lay aside the
proclamation as the rule of evidence, the
Court remarked, and see what absurdity and
confusion follows.-Every Court and every
Merchant are left to form opinions upon fact
without the possibility of acquiring the neces-.
sary evidence sn which to form those opni-
ons. The words of the act are free from
doubt-the President was TO declare the
same by proclamation; y :" after which the
trade might be renewed. After what ? Ger
tainly after The fact is declared by proclama-
ton.
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ALEXANDRIA.
WEDNESDAY MORNING, December 10.
Congress Of the United States.
IIOJJCE pEppESENTA TINES
TUCOE OF MI NE4,5L4N L n II Id
TUESDAY, nth December, 1911.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
TUEsDAr, l7h December, 1911.
REPORTED FOR THIS GAZETTE.
Mr.. Moseley presented the memorial OF the
Corporation of a fishing Company in Connecti-
cut, praying the release Of certain property
taken by the customhouse officers. Referred
to the committee of commerce and manufac-
lures.
Mr.. Newton from the committee Of COM
merce and manufactures, to whom was refer
red so much oil the Presidents message as re-
lated to the subject, reported bill to deprive
certain vessels of their American character,
and to prevent trading under licences from
any foreign powers. Also bill to prevent
the expectation from the United States OF any
goods of foreign or domestic growth or ma
nulacture to any place whatever under foreign
licences. The bills were twice read, and re-
ferretl to the committee Of the whole for Fri
day next.
Mr.. Cheeves from the Committee to whom
was referred so much of the Presidents mes
sage as relates to a naval establishment, re-
ported q bill The first section authorizes
tie President to cause 10 be rehtted all the
public vessels not now in service which are
worthy Of repair. The second section pro-
vidcs for the building of frigates not
exceeding So guns each. The third section
authorisSs the increase of officers and men
The fourth aPPropriates -- Dollars, for
the purchase of ship timber, sc. The fifth
provides Dock-Y ard or Dock Yards, where
deemed necessary. The sixth directs the APP
preparation from any money in the Treasury
not otherwise appropriated. The seventh di-
reefs the stationing of gun-boats, sc The
bill was twice read, and referred to the COM
mittee Of the whole rpr tomorrow.
Mr.. Cheeves from the committee to whom
was referred so much of the Presidents mes
sage as relates to Notifications reported bill
appropriatns one million of Dollars for the
defence of our maritime frontiers. Twice
read and referred to the committee of the
whole for tomorrow.
Mr. Poindexter reported bill to enable
the people Of Mississippi territory to form
constitution Of government, and Tor admitting
the same into the Union on an equal footing
with the other states. Twice read and refer
rcd to the Committee of the whole for Mon
day next.
Tie bill from the Senate for completing the
present military establishment was twice read
and referred to the committee of foreign re-
lations. EThe bill gives Is dollars and l6o
acres of land to such as enlist for five years.
Mr.. Blackledge called for the consideration
! of the resolution laid OH the table by him some
| days since, requesting the President to cause
to be prepared and laid before the House such
of the rules and regulations proper to be a.
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NOTICE.

THE subscriber has obtained letters of
administration on the personal estate Of JOHN
LUKE, deceased, in the county of Fairfax
All persons having claims are desired to ex-
hibit the same, on or before the 9Th day of
June next, o. they may by law be excluded
from all benefit of said estate; and those in
dsbted are requested to make immediate pay
ment.
Given under my hand, this 18th day of
December, 1911.
Eliza c.. Luke.
December l8 dSw
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R. /. Taylor.
ALEXANDRIA
Fifty Dollars Reward.

SCAFED from me on the first of SEP.
IL TENDER last on my way to Kentucky,
negro fellow by the name of Dandridge.
well known in this town and eightorhood,
where he has wife and children. wiz
give the above reward and all reasonable
charges for experimenting and securing said
fellow in the Jail of Washington city, so that
get him again. Information to be lodged
with Mr.. James Gullatt, at the Indian Queen
tavern, Alexandria.
John Burks.
December 3 COLT
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Notice is hereby given,
To zuhomsoever it may concern,

4 WTOW5UeUfT " mug tOHLt7H, =.
THAT two Notes, granted by {. and M
Robertson, of Fauquicr County, to Gregg
and Heald--one, of September Goth, at six
months, for seventy dollars and the second,
September 2ls', at six month";, for three
hundred and ten dollars !; will not be paid by
them, until satisfaction be given by said
Gregg and Healt, for deficiency in the qua
lily ofproperty received.
December l7--l8 St*
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,orsd to virtue and hsppiness--ta dignity and
Glory by the elegant manners and persuasive
s,,snts 0f those who think 1t
:. Delightful task to rear the tender thought,
:. 10 teach the young idea how to shoot
:. 10 nour the fresh Instruction Ger the mind,
1. -, breathe th' eniiyening spirit, and to fix
" rhc geuernus purpose lii the glowing
b east 10
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Port of AIexandria.

ENTERED
Sloop Harmony, Morony, Philadelphia !;
winter goods for merchants of the district.
CLEARED
Ship Potomac, Bradford, Cadiz by John
& Thomas Janney.
Schooner Mary * Kitty, Black, Norfolk !;
VIM. Hodgson & others.