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Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-02-10

1911.
44o2 4 do 9Th May, 1911.
44O7 do. do. do. do.
SAMUEL JONES.
February 8, 1912. (6w)
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-03-16
A. 3.
No. 10.
Boston, March 20, 1909.
SIR

SIR,
Since my letter of the 18th, nothing has
occurred which thought worthy of COM
Dmnicaiion.
The last weeks of this month and the first
OF April will be occupied in the election of
governors and other executive officers in the
New England states.
The federal candidate in New Hampshire
is already elected by majority Of about 1000
votes. Ills competitor was man of large
fortune, extensive connexions and inoffcnsive
manners. These account for The smallness
OF the majority.
In connecticut, no change is necessary, and
none is to he apprchended.
IN Rhode Island, it is of no consequence of
what party the governor is a member, as lie
has neither civil nor military powers, being
merely president Of the council.
III Massachusetts, it is certain that the fed
eral candidate viii succeed.
a few weeks will be sufficient i'm order TO
determine the relative strength of parties,
and convince MIR. Madison that war with
Z. Is. IS not measure upon which he dare
venture. Since the plan Of an organised OPP
position 20 the projects OF MIR. Jefferson was
put into operation, the whole of the New
England states have transferred their poll
teal power to his political enemies, and the
reason that he has still SO many adherents
Is, that these who consider the only true po-
licy OF America to consist in the cultivation
of peace, have still great confidence, that no.
thing can force him Cor his successor who
acts up to his system OF rather is governed
by III TO consent to war. They consider all
the menaces and "drcadful note of prepara-
ton" to be mere hnesse, intended only to
obtain concessions from England on cheap
terms. From every sort of evidence, I con-
fcSs am myself of the same opinion; and
am fully persuaded that the farce which has
been acting at Washington will terminate in
a full proof Of the imbecility and spiritless
temper of the actors. A war attempted
without the concurrence Of beth parties, and
the gencVal consent of the northern states.
which constitute the bone and muscle of the
country, must commence without hope, and
crd in disgrace. 1t should therefore, be the
peculiar care of G. b. to foster divisions be-
tween the north and south and by succeed
ing in this, she may carry into effect her own
projects in Europe, with = total disregard of
the resentment of the democrats of this
country.
am, &c.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-03-16
No. II.
Bo8fen, .Ah1il 1S, 1909.
SIR
l am, &c.
A. B.

SIR,
1 send to Mr.. r. pamphlet entitled
"Suppresscd Documents" The notes and
Comments were written by the gentleman
who has written the analysis" which /
sentby former conveyance. These works
have greatly contributed to excite the fears
of the men Of talents and property who
now prefer the chance Of maintaining their
party by open resistance and final separa-
tion to an alliance with France, and war
with England.
So that should the government unexpec-
tedly and contrary to all reasonable calcula-
ton, attempt to involve the country in
measure OF that nature am convinced (now
that the elections have ali terminated favor
ably) that none of the New England states
would be party in it. But, as Ihave re-
peatedly written, the General Government
docs not seriously entertain any such desire
or Intention. Had the majority in the New
England states continued to approve OF the
public measures, it is extremely probable
that G. Britain would now have to choose
between war aud concession. But the aspect
OF things in this respect is changed; and a
war would produce an incurable alienation of
the Eastern states, and bring the whole
country in subordination to the interests of
England, whose navy would prescribe and
enforce the terms upon which the CONNER
cial states should carry and the agricultural
states export Their surplus produce. Al
this IS as well known to the democrats as
to the other party therefore they will avoid
a war, at least until the whole nation is u
unanimously for it. Still when we consider of
what materials the government is formed,
II Is impossible to speak with any certainty
q their measures. The past administration
m every transaction presents to the mind on
IL n la r., g.
and duFlcity. The spell by which the natl
Ons Of Europe have been rendered inert and
inefficient when they attempted to shake il
of, has stretched It's shadows across the At
lantic and made majority Of the people Of
these states alike blind to duty and TO their
true interests.
am, &c A.R
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make any great concession 1T the present
moment; more especially as the more i'm
portant changes that occur IN Europe might
render IT inconvenient for her to adhere to a.
ny stipulations in favor of neutral maritime
nations.
Although the non-intercourse law affords
bat very partial relief to the people of this
country from the evils of that entire suspen.
sion of commerce to which they have reluc-
tan,Iy submitted for some time past, lament
the repeal of the Embargo; because it was
calculated to accelerate the progress of these
states towards a revolution that would have
put an end to the only republic that remains
10 prove that government founded ON polti-
cal equality can exist in a season of trial and
difficulty, or is calculated to insure either Sc
curity or happiness to 4 people.
| am, &c.
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onS mentioned in his memorial and Of the be.
neilt the public service might derive from his
active employment III any public situation, IN
which you should think proper TO place him.
am, Sir, your most obedient,
tumble servant.
(Signed) LIVERPOOL.
To SIR GeorSc P,cvost, Bart. &c. S-c.
-A5. RpLand to Mr.. Henry.
No. "
TaesAay evcaiaS, .1uty d, 1911.
DEAa HENRY,
Itgives me real pleasure TO find.
chat the apprehension had formed with respect
to the fulGlment of your expectations, is likely
to prove erroneous. AS every thing which pas
scd relative to your mission was in writing. I
think you will do well in submitting to Mr. Peel
al tie original papers. /, myself, could give
no other information relative to the subject,
IMAM what they contain, as you and had no on
portunity OF any verbal communication respect
ing it, till after your mission terminated, ana
never wrote YOU u letter in the governors name,
| which had NO; previously been submitted TO his
correction.
The impression had received of your cha
racter and abilities made me anxious to serve
YOU, even before had the pleasure of n person.
al acquaintance with you, and the same desire
has operated ON me ever stree l am, therefore,
entitled TO hope, that any opinion which may
have given you, as to your best mode of obtain
ing an employment under government, will be
received with the same candor that gave rise to-
1t. think you will do well to persevere as you
propose. have TO doubt, that every letter
from you, which Sir James sent home, will be
found in Mr. Peeps Office, as the established
practice there is to bind the dispatches and en-
closures yearly up together.
Sincerely wishing YOU every success,
am, most faithfully,
Yours,
. esignedD IL. w, RYLAED.
John Henry, Esq.
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-03-16
NoI2
Boston, lhrR %, 1903.

SIR,
Sincemy letter No. II, have had but
little TO communicate.
have not yet been able to ascertain with
sufficient accuracy the relative strength of
the two parties in the Legislative bodies in
New England
In all Of these states, however, Governors
have been elected out Of the federal party, &,
even the southern papers indicate an mex-
pected augmentation Of federal members in
the next Congress.
The correspondence between Mr.. ErsLine
Ha nc Secretary 81 state at Washington,
2o. "a have cen before his can reaCi sou.
gas etH huot s.a1 oH 70 the tc. raj
-. 'sit Wy an eHcnp-
'ri t,tf rr hrcd ,a ar
t.- .l- I--. ...ls ,3e,r y.rt.sl.Lyt.-
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] am, &c. A. B.
no. Ia.
GosfoH, May 25, 1909.

SIR,
Ny last was under date Of the 5.h in
stant.
The unexpected change that has taken
place in the feelings Of political men in this
country ~ consequence Of MIR. Madison's
prompt acceptance OF the friendly PROPOSALS
Of Q. Britain has caused temporary suspen-
sion Of the conflict Of parties and they both
regard him with cqual wonder and distrust.
They all ascr5c his conduct to various mo-
dvcs, but none believe hun to he in earnest.
The state % New York has returned To the
Assembly maj Jrity of federal members. All
tuis proves that AN anti-commerciai faction
caHnot ru'a Inc northern states Two months
ago the state OF New York was not ranked
amcng the states that would adopt the policy
OF that OF Massachusetts and any favorable
change was exceedingly predetermined.
beg leave to ugsest that in the present
state OF things in ths country my presence
can contribute very little to he interests Of
Great Britain IL Mr. ErskIne he sanction
ed M all lie has conceded, by his Maiesty's
Ministers, i IS unnecessary for me, as indeed
. At would be unavaiIing to make any ATTEMPT
70 carry Ito effect the original purposes OF
my MISSION While think it to be my duty
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1812-03-16
LORD LIvERPooL's DISPATCH

To Str George Preuost, Governor- General IF Ca
nada, with iti enclosures, dated 10th Se6sen,-
Der, 1911,
Iln-,r;
The enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1804-1815, 1812-01-23

1NREE-HILL For Sale h1t 0eaWtfaI
and highly improved F.4RH (zu ereon the
Rate Colonel Niles Seiten resiled,) is nozu offered
5or safe rs scar, IL is perhaps one Of the most
desirable in Virginia, commanding eoery wien
SOhich can please tie eve furnishing health in an
eminent degree and eUery iplbroVeprent which
can bere7nirea for the comfort and conUenience of
afaniiy is Farm, it is in high state of i,n-
froventenf, havi'Y Deer great number IF gears
anaerthe care of a iHiicious farmer.
There IS on this Farm a neuiozp, which .Lore
yielRs an income Of bettpeen 500 and 2OOOdoiars
There has been Soyvn this fall one hunared and
tJty BUSHES IF Wheat-rsost IF tie other lands
are in closer.
Possession may be had at any time b frozen this
and the LIST day Of Hdrch ShoYd ii not he sold
rfvately before t1t time, it will be o6ere{to pub
nc Sue oatie ist a1y f3prii, and possession ri.
zen in the ensuing fall
The Terms of Sale will be: One thru 'crsb
ana the balance in and two years. with such se
e~ity as shall be deemed satiStact0ry. .4ry far.
Mer Information may be obtained by dbbkcaf;on IN
the subscriber, or to Nathaniel Selien or Jos Sell
den, Henrico.
- The subscriber is sill anxious TO sell n
small F.3RyH near Richnronf, (calleh Fairfield. !
Containing three hundred and fifteen acres.- Akso.
a FARM about miles below Richmouf, contain,
ihs about acres, known by the name gf the
NIL Farm.
MILES SELDEN, Err.
Decen6er %. ebnsA
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NNIAsHENGToN HENRY ACAnEMY-in 1he

Wy county of Hanover is now vacant.-The trus-
fees wish to employ gentleman of good moral and
literary character to preside that institution for
The present year. The Latin and Greek Languages
English Grammar Reading, Writing Arithmetic,
and the Use of the Globes, the branches which
they would be glad to have taught. The situation of
the place is pleasant and remarkably healthy about
twelve miles from itichmond-Tlcre are several te-
nements attached to the place, that will be for the
Use OF the President. The neighbourhood is agreea-
Bile, and sufficient of itself to afford encouragement
To an attentive teacher. Application to he made to
the subscriber who will the for the
purpose Of making choice
THO. TINSLEY,
President Of the Board.
Hanover, Jan. 81. r. 1t
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nave very good reason to believe that tic
further pnschief wui ensue, aud that the
Hrophet's followers will return To their res
pectIve triocs--Atter the army moved a
way, The Indians returned to the battle
ground, dug up the bodies of our dead, strip
ped them and left them lying above ground.
The Indians state the militia burned the
houses, all their corn and add that they
understood 1t was Contrary to the orders or
tiov. Harrison. NJ Impression ut this TINE
is, that the Indians will assassnate the Pro-
phet and MS brother, and that peace viii
cnsue. In my speech to then at this place.
Offering in the name ofthe President pardon
and forgiveness to all those VINO should
imne diatciy abandon their leader, return
home and conduct themselves peaceably in
taure, excepted the Prophet and his Bro
ther, dec arlng that we Could not on any
Ier;ns suffer sucn villains to reside within
sne limits OF our authoritvs 1t was DroDo-
sed to'deiiver them up here or at Vinccn-
mes, this offer declined accepting, and tod
the Indians we LETT the punishment Of those
persons to themselves, and calculated con-
ldentiy on their justice. In the action u
greeaoiy to their account there were % In
dians killed and a number wounded, some
oil whom are since dead.
The whole of the Prophets force, at the
tine OF the action, did not exceed $50 fight
ing men. These were chiefly Kickapoos
did Wmebagoes, with few Shawanese &
fHtawatamjes. There was not sing c
-Ilamie on Delaware with aim. The pub
nc may rest assured 4hat the late attack on
irtroops is as much disapproved Of by the
buk OF the Indians, as by the whites, and
mere is not any danger to be apprehended
L present on any part of our frontiers.-.rhe
government agents at our several stations
throughout the Indian country, will give
early information OF any approaching da =
ser, and Until such information is received
our citizens may rest in safety
JOHN JOHNSTON,
Iadian A.gent.
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ykNIIRrY DolLARs REMARn.-Elnped from

tsNtlRTf DOLLARS EWARD-Eioped from
" the subscriber on the night of the l2th inst. a
NEGRO NAN, by the name of James, black, scout,
and about Gas suppose) five feet six inches
high had on when lac left this, Blue Coatee and
Pantaoons, and probably Cotton stamped Waist
coat. considerably worn, dark mixed Suitout Coat
also much worn. Having missed at the same time
pale black dog OF the bull breed, though not of the
largest size, strongly suspect he has taken the dog
with him; the dogs name rhafdeus; he, I think;
has some white about his breast, belly and legs. The
dog is valuable to me. l bought James ut public
sale at the Bell Tavern in this city, The Sd of Octo-
Der last; he was brought mere by Mr. John Belfed,
OF Richmond county, and was (asI am informed)
lately the property of Mr. Sydnor BelGelI, of the
same county, in the Northern neck, near Catpoint
ferry on Rappa'annock Creek where l am incliued
to think he viii aim for, tho it's probable he may
ATTEMPT to get OF on board some vessel. forewarn
an captains of vessels taking him away; in case they
do they may expect be treated with the rigor of
fhe law. Twill give thirty dollars for the delivery of
the boy and the dog to ne in Richmond or twenty
dollars for the boy, and ten Cor the dog
WILLIAM SHAPARD.
Richmond, Jan. 81. Ct
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E1NOR SALE-30O Sacks Liverpool blown SALT,
N moderate terms to close a consignment.
A. SHARP.
:. Who wants to purchase few Hundred Barrels
Upland Corn.
Jan. 81. If
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JOHN SHAW, Leterhreter.


cembcr 20.
Iadians--A pcrson from White Water
River, reported IN this town Oh Friday last.
that some few days before, there were four
Indians Killed and scapeI .pon the upper
waters ofthat river. The story rams tins 4:
That an Indian came to the cabin OF q, far
ner in which we're only the mother aud
some Children, and carried away some
'ieese and lead !; that the father soon af-
erwards rc.nrDed, ana learning the fact.
pursued the India1 md shot him hat a
party Of four men IN the same neigh5 3,r-
rood being ouJ hunting, x having formed
camp three OF item went in pursuit OF
same, leaving the fourth to watch tho camp.
nat in the can ,inc three Indians enter
led, and forcibly took from the white man
new riae, leaving al old one in its place,
nd that soon afterwards, the other three
cn having rcturied they proceeded and
'Vericok the Indians, every one Of whom
1ey killed. and scalped. The person who
nmishcd this information added, that he
himself saw two of the scalps.
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speech 2fthe chi.fs and head men gfthe
ID -iazcare, Miami, Shasvanoe u Putazv4-
taaii~ tribe ofIndians, to John Johnsto
Indian .4Sent; dekrtred at Fort iVay,ie
on The 22d WoO., 1911, in General Cum
Gil assembled
BROTHER,
We, your brothers, have listened, to
Your speech just deiivered-You have mem
Toned the trouble that has lately happened
% some OF our people on the Kihtipecanoe :
" nave iistened 20 whit, you nave said IN I'll ut
3lect. listen to your brotners-Y u, brotl
-',haVe tod us ali your sentiments you nave
DID US the truth respecting the m.Scaief that
IS happened After we had listened 10 you,
d all oar Youngest brothers, and grandfa-
-hers, the Deiawates, we all joined together
give All ,tnswer. Il is not one tribe thas
w speaks, out ali the nations here present,
uhe Jciawares, Miamies, Shawanoese, and
II. watdmics, tha5 JON in giving you an an
wer. We meet here This day for the pu,.-
pose one mans appointed to speak for the
whole, we nave now met--we have met Sc
veral times before to tell you our mind -
Is tne sdme we have always told YOU :;
We Wish 10 nave peace and friendship
is long as we can, taking pity on our
Dung men, women and children 1t is ne
essary Tor Us to take such steps IS to pre-
y
rst time ut Grenviiie to establish peace
hd friendship between us and our white
erothers, so that we mshl live happy
WAT was there said we nave not forgotten
ut Is seli FRESH III our minds. We dom
ant 10 nave wal with You our white bro
-iiers. L rs IS tle sincere yish f us al.
IS much as It was when We trst made peace.
we received speeches from all che Indians
D tne Lakes, and 1t is Their wish as well as
ours, TO live at peace we also receiN ed a
speech from the Indians IF st. Joseph, to the
'dne effect. Now we haze met, our wish
IS not to have any trouble Ike the Wabash
people. 1t is great many years since the
Prophet began to work evil he has done it
AZ last, now ne has got himself into trouble.
We don't want 90 get into that trouble, we
want to live in peace and friendship with ou,.
White brothers
brothers--We want our speech tobe known
very where nor we want to rest iii peace &
'lfety, Oar great Father, the President of
ne United States, and the secretary of War,
Sten to your Children's voice when we I'M
ierstood that mischief had 3ef some of our
people Oh the Wabash, We Wished To speak
yith yol mat you might know our minds
we nope you VIII take pity on our women
IA cNidrcn-a,i the nations here speak to
you--1t IS the desire OF us all to live in peace
ana friendship with our white brothers..
Our Children all take you by the hand and
wish you well.
! certify that the foregoing speech was
delivered IN General Council us before men
toned, through the Slawanoe chief BLACK
HooF.
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1NoW POX.-Dr. ~. Foushee. ir. is now ready
to vaccinate with fresh genuine Infection
Jan. IL. If
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By Thomas Richie.

or CONDTfIQNS----Five Dollars year, to be
paid annually in advance. Those who do not direct
their papers be discontinued at the end OF the year,
will be considered rs engaged for the nc,tNone will
be discontinued unit! all arrearages have been paid
ADVERTISEMENTS .---None will be inserted in
this paper unless they paid COR. guaranteed by
some respectable person in this ctyo Manchester.
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virtue of deed Of trust executed to the sub
y scriber, by Charles Burton, of Chesterfield cou,.
ty on the 9Th day Of Iarch 1890. secure the pay.
ment OF a debt due to Pollok, 1'reiway * Co, and
recorded ia the county court of Chcstcr;eid viii be
sold, on the premises, to the highest bidder, for cash.
ON Saturday the Sth day of Fchy next, the tract nj
LAND on which said Burton resides, confirming
three hundred and forty acres or so much there.
OF as will satisfy the debt aforesaid with interest and
cost attending said sale. The subscriber will convey
to the purchaser the title vested in him ms trustee
ROBERT GRAHAM, Trustee.
Manchester, Jan. II. 2awtds
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eANk OF YIRGINA.-The Directors have tls
2 . day declared dividend of six per cent on the
"ath stock, which viii be paid 70 the Stockhold-
10th instant
JOHN BRoCRENBRoUGH Cashier.
'"" - i''~' I'm
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EUSr published by JOIN OLYVcI Pan-
es phlct on the fatal event which occurred at the
Theatrein Richmond.
January 81.
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OST at the Fire Thursday Evening last, a
u white hair TRUNK, about two and a half feet
Iong, containing Hosiery, Cotton Canbrick, and Leno
Musins with other articles not recollecte, al
so two pieces of Blue and Brown CLOTH, containing
II 1-2 yards, and one piece Double-Milled CASSI-
MERE-Any information of the will be thank
fully received, and suitable reward, if required, gil
Ven, by ~
JACOB PHILLIPS.
January 81. etp
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GOV. GERRY,s SPEECH.

TO The Legisiafvre IF lHassachusctfs.
AN official interview of the delegated
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sFoR RENT-The house formerly occupied by
MIR. Neil McCoull, and last by Mrs South,r,te,
next door below Capt Robert Candles, main street.
u IS well calculated for Dry Good Grocerv store
For terms apply to Robert VI. PuIam, at Mr. JAS
futcheson's. or to Mr. Isaac White
Jan. Ill. 2awtf
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NANTED to purchase, a negro Roy or NAN,
H accustomed to wait in the house, and GIRL,
from ~ to 10 years Of age-f'or such as please, Ii
beral price will be given. Apply to the printer
Jan. IL, Cavity (
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fift5+ ~ tiiJ'ifgfs1
r rii. .IaagiaatfTf.de sirniispt amni, sareHn-.-
fntiifs theigxe lilief' Ern. AltAprisa z h tsifi
"a fuf..a a-u3sE S1r ihat pIrpos.A, WITH
ant eht lAsAeia9, .rt;ceiyes tliei EafltiinFi n
glle I. gectsiye .h ~ II hi wisieQn fo9 q
saigc a fnr iesAgtA aflt 4of a Hnrf,eYf n
giela h4a py.1it*i.to that % tne t.aHiHlntiil'e
HaE,.Hlnro ht spSas nccassDh W. 4 iHtf4A4lgi
ALPHABETICALLY 4, lle ressasc ~ illaf l#W u
fifi4iela J .frinei'I rartipnientAIinn y sKf
iflietlGaii it, tgissc:A for the sly +HS 4i on'
J 14jshtB
i!taitl tlAF i-is tnre, 'Tlere II fH5i tfi n
z, 4iiftisE 4. ptilft, nnM slsts tht f'.Hii n
. e3kiptyEafl aYr d. sFitir coa4ti llifil'i 80
Il. q. $780,
AVIS RIVER CONr IVY - dividend A. d
Q" seven am' lai per cent hayng been 3cclar
on Che 5tD,S u hc James River Company s,r,
VIII be pa' 20 the STARE holders o. thor order
application 10
Ro3ERr POLLARD, Treasurer.
.tcs.sioa1 IAN. Is. o,wsw
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A1OTICE.-In consequence of the net,icAon
dealt, of Joseph Jacobs, the firm of ). Y j ia
cobs rs dissolved All persons indebted to s;, firm,
are requested to pay their accounts fTthwi Any
persons having claims against the said firm re-
quested to bring them in for payment, to
S. JACOBS,
SwUivigg Partner.
Jan. 4.
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- HElTON & EFINNEY are day "a eS-
= pectaton of receiving the followingjartices-
25 Hhds. Muscovato Sugar,
100 Bushels fresh Clover seed,
5000 lbs. Northern Cheese,
so Boxes Candles,
90 do. Soap, and
SO Grind-stones-
All OF which will he sold on the most reasonable
terms Tor cash, or to punctual customers.
December %. oaw,r,