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Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Iuenty Dollars Reward.

DAN AWAY on the eth OF November
lie last, bright Mulatto Man, named
SAM MASON, about 20 years old, 5 feet
or 10 inches high, has smallscar on one
of his temples, and very uncommon thick
upper lip, which is so remarkable that be
may easily he known by it. He had on
dark green cloth great coat, with large
single cape. fur hal half worn. bought
him of Mr.. Charles |. Love, who lives near
Alexandria, and who has his mother and o.
Their relations, where no doubt he has been
since he wen, of, and | expect makes Alex
sndria his chief place of abode, as he is
fond of the town, and has very large ac-
quaintance in it. have heard that he was
seen there about two weeks ago, walking
in the day time without any caution nearly
opposite the poor house. | will give the a.
bove reward for the delivery OF said boy to
me 5 miles from the 81 mile stone, on the
Little River Turnpike road, or twelve dol
lars for lodging him in any Jail so that get
him again. All persons are cautioned from
harboring or carrying said fellow off, as the
law will be enforced in either case.
ARISS BUCKNER.
Auburn, Dec Is dlw&stuthtt
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
By JOHN JACKSON T. Co.


On WEDNESDAY, al 10 A. NJ.
We shall offer al our room. an extensive asa
sortrient of seasonahle drygouds,
Cloths, cassimeres, vestiIgs, Jerseys
Flannels, Carlisle ginghanrs, caiIcoes
Mesiins, shawls, Irish linens and dCwlas
India and domestic cottons, hdkis
Tickings, German linens, cambrics
Silks. dInities, &c. &c.
nSThe assortment will be- found well
wor'I the attention of purchasers. 4 nart
will be sold for cash, and rart Oh HIS raj
credits.
5000 bushes Cadiz salt, of superior qua
lily, in lots to sui, purchasers. Conditions
of which al sale. A sample OF winch &c he
seen al our room.
Sheet irun, h'Ian5 ale. cramleni's
Mrstard, elDlri, Il ~ Fatef
FIberis, hats, lea ) &c.
A great variety Of sItt Is 90 nnnof az
to particulrize.
0TSale pereInptory. and rrCstee K
tendance =. GUcs'eh. Der ~
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
New Livery Et..h'e.

TE7IlE subscriber has established, or the
Il wharf, stable Of horses. and b, lakes
This method OF acguain,ing the citizens oi
Alexandria, particularly those gentlemen
residing on the wharf, that there will be
good saddle horses md carriages always
in constant readiness for those who may
please favor him " iih their calls
n. b. Hnses will be taken at livery by
the day, week, or month
VIM. B. STUART.
ST dSm
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
John Jackson & CO.

sNFFER FOR SALE,
" 100 kegs IS, iO's, les, s. ID. twist
tobacso---jusi received per schnr Dolphin,
from Richmond, superior quality and war.
ranted
80 barrels Albany ale, very fine
10 bales cloths, cassimeres, hahnels,
burlaps, drab cloths, &c. &c.-per sloop
Mechanic, from New York.
IN STORE,
Rum, gin, brandy, wines, almonds. fl
berts, wrapping paper, &c. &c.-on terms
to meet the views of purchasers il is pre-
sumed, as they will be made very accom-
modatiny. Dec. 4.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Lindsay g. Hill

lave just received per sloop Ocean,
l. from Norfolk, and now landing at ir-
wins wharf,
25o sacks Liverpool coarse salt
200 do do fine do
30 boxes raisins, and
10 bales prime upland cotton
IN STORE,
Jamaica and W. |. rum in hhds.
Domestic spirits do
Gin in pipes whiskey in barrels
Sugar in hogsheads and barrels
Coffee and pimento in bags
Soft shelled almonds do
Imperial tea in ten catty boxes
Ground ginger in kegs
Mess shad in barrels
Also, FAMILY FLOUR. Dec Is
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Romulus Riggs's
EXCHANGE BANKING. HOUSE,
BROKERS OFFICE,

Bridge-street, Gsorgetoa'a.
THlS is intended as permanent estab.
IL lishment, and the community will find
it one of the greatest conveniences in the
United States, and of great public utility.
At this house the fair exchange on the difie-
rent bank notes from every part OF the Union
that, by the operations of this Office, the
community will get rid of ahost Of Shiiocks,
.Shavers, Secret and Running Brokers, who
iniest the District, frequently proclaiming
TIE failure of country solvent banks, for the
express purpose of purchasing the notes of
such institutions at great discounts. Bush
ness under the following heads will be trans
acted. This establishment possesses fLn,is
to negotiate for any amount, and all busi-
ness done for cash.
LIST. All bank checks, bills at sight, post
notes not due, and bank notes from all parts
CT the United Stites, bought and sold.
Cd. All notes, bills OF exchange, divi-
dends and interests, collected and RENTED
according to orders.
Sd. The notes ofthe United States bank
and all OF its branches received at par.
4th. Strangers. citizens, and Others. may
deposit current money for safe Keeping
and if left for thirty days, or longer, will
receive at the rate Oi six per cent. per an
nun for the same.
9Th. All business in the line Of 4 money
broker promptly attended to for small
commission.
9th. All southern and western traders,
bringing to the district large sums OF south
ern and westcn|bank notes, can deposit
for safe keeping, and draw Tor the same as
may suit heir convenience.
7th. Prompt attention paid to the orders
! of all respectable brokers and exchange Of
! fees throughout the United States-who
will please to favor me occasionally with
their rates Of exchange on bank notes and
bills. Georgetown, Dec.{9
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
SALES AT AUCTivN.
By P. G. .I.lRsTELLER.

THIS DAY, d, ID a NJ. ;.
Al the auction siUre, corner ol frnce anu
Water Streets, willie >Old,
Superfine aud hne brosic'oths
Cassi,n-res
Fusliings
Coatings
Negro cottons
Pe,sse cloths =.
kerseys
Bonbszeltes
CalicUeS.
English shrtings
Linens
tiinyhams
Shifting cottcns
Hosiery
Gloves
Sewing silks, cottors and threads
ALSO,
50 crates qUtensn are
80 boxes mould candles
90 barrels apples
81 gin cases
% boxes hes
10 casks chceSe
Furniture. sc,
PIG. MaRSrELLER. Auct.
December e2
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
THIS IS TO GIVE NOTICE

That the subscriber, of Washing ton coun-
ty, in the District of Columbia, has obtain
ed from the Orphans Court of Alexandria
county, in said district, letters testamenta.
Ey on the estate of Doctor GEORGE A..
THORNTON, late OF the county last a.
foresaid, deceased.-All persons having
claims against ibe said decedent, are here
by warned to exhibit the same to the sub
scriber, passed by the Orphans Court, on
or before the 10th day Of June next, or they
may by law be excluded from all benefit 10
said estate and those indebted thereto are
required TO make immediate payment.
Given under my hand this 18th day Of
December. 1873.
STUART G. THORNTON,
Executor Of George A. Thonton, dec,
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Bank of Alexandria,

Dec. 81, 1917.
F.NHE stockholders N the Bank of Alex
i aniria tie hereby notified that an C.
lection for nine directors for the ensuing
year, will be beld at the Courthouse in
this town. on the third MONDAY l6th) OF
January next. J. L. M'KENNA,
Dec 81 tl8J Cashier.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Western Money.

4 FEW thousand dollars Of Kentucky,
N Ohio, aud Pennsylvania bank notes
for sale at liberal discount, well worth the
attention of drovcrs and others. Apply at
my Exchange Banking House and Brokers
Office, Bridge-street. Georgetown.
December 10 ROMULUS RIGGS.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
For Freight.

In The substantial and fast sailing
,SsG brig BENEFACTOR, VIM. /. To-
hey: master, burthen 200 bis. vii! he rea-
dy for the reception If cargo in 3 days.
Apply to- NJ. Miller s Son, or
I. II. ROWLAND,
Who have for sale on hoard said vessel,
5000 bushels Cadiz salt.
December IL ct
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Notice.

ON Monday the 4th of January next, be-
" tween s and 5 o'clock in the after
noon, the stockholders of the Washington
and Alexandria Turnpike Company will
meet at Browns hotel, in the town OF Alex.
,Hdria, to elect FIVE directors, clerk, and
treasurer, for tie ensuing year.
Dec 10 BENZ. c. ASHTON.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
For Sale or Freight.

.E$& The schnr. POLLY & SALLY,
Ees:s,sE bmlhen e5 tons or 600 bis. nearly
new, hu.lt in the Chesapeake nj the best ma
teria,s; very fast sailer, and can be ready
for cargo in few days, and requires but
a small expense To ct her Tor any voyage.
Apply TO LAWRASON s. FOWLE.
November &C
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
l'H'!ir : lie

M ILL % 'pE. al FCN i'u ht',h
w FARM, on " e.!nes,iay, ~ I'd
Decer.ber, il fir. If uot, the next tsir "aE,
[Ch'istrnas Day excepted tic following
articles
Two ai.hed and hsn's some car-
siage ho', . .,se yr'uah., WORT f"'r.s,
two OF WI : ate equally 1T FOL i gear
or saddle wagon and team two 'ew
carts an oy carl ana two Iar OF oxen
nine OF len new pIoughs f the u nsi II o.
drm and approve mode', anc . vai'e'y OF
farming Gtehsi,, r,st of Wild ah itw.
The crop of corn, cats. fndCsr IN" hay,
will also be sold at TIE san ime.
The sale Will commence Al IT, o'c,ock,
and continue until al The articles enume-
rated shall have teen sold. TIE trims
will be sixty days credit for all suns . ose
fifty dollars. viii NEGOTIABLE notes anG APP
proved endorsefs-iur smaller sums cash
will be expected.
The farm itself is for sale. and. viii he
shewn to persons disposed 10 purchasf, on
the day aforementioned. Ii is distant not
IN, = than half mile from Alexandra, and
is situated between the farm of Walter Je-
infer. called Mount Eagle, and the lands of
John Ball and Alexander Moore. within 100
yards of thesonth end of the Hunting Creek
Bridge. STCARTG. THORNTON,
Executor ct George A. Thornton, dec.
December t6 t22D
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Orphans Court,

alexandria County, 1910
December Term, 1910
ORDERED, That the executor of Geo.
" A. Thornton, deceased, do insert the
usual notice 10 debtors and creditors three
times week for four weeks in the Alexan.
dria newspapers. A copy.
Teste, A. MOORE, Reg. wills.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
For Boston s. Portland,

For Boston s. Portland,
LIN The brig SUSAN, Capt. Wood
ST.. bury will take freight on reasonable
terms, ard commence loading in 3 days.
Her Boston 8 Portland,
.S5.:\ The schr PLANET, Capt. Dyer,
.G8sa superior vessel, and will be ready
to take cargo on board in few days. APP
ply to LAWRASON & F0WLE.
Who hare IN store for sale,
leo pieces Russia duck
geo heavy and light Ravens do
l2o white and brown sheetings
Zoo diapers loo do crash
80 chests young Tyson tea, of the Clo-
thier and Benjamin Rush's cargo
20 pipes Holland gin, superior quality
60 French ami Spanish brandy
10 puncheonS windward island rum
pipes old Sicily Madeira wine :.
Pipes, half pipes, quarter, and half
quarter casks Superior Old Madeira and
Malmsey wine, from the house OF keers &
Co. Cd to god
doc casks cut nails, assorted sizes, from
loo boxes mould candles, super. quality
Hoo brown soap
60 barrels sperm oil
Boston and Chelmsford window glass,
of all sizes
Bales of baftas. mamoodies and flag
handkerchieis
$50 crates assorted Liverpool ware
so barrels mackerel, in VIII. d Inf. bbls.
80 boxes soft shelled almonds
naS.n.kn.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Drugs. Medicines. sc.

T ME subscriber has lately received an
addition TO lis stock OF drugs and me-
defines. and offers for sale general assort-
ment Of first quality goods.
Spanish segars by Tire thousand, and 90
or 80 boxes OF superior quality. Also, CO.
ual and Japan yarniShes, warranted good.
Ndy. o. tf A. b. DICK
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Boltinp Cloths.

yTHE subscriber has this day received, a
L large and elegant assortment OF Bolt
ing Cloths, Of a superior quality, which
will be offered for sale at the store Of
Messrs. Butts & Cawood, King-street,
Alex'a, where he intends keeping COM
plete assortment In FUTURE.
Sept G AMOS ALEXANDER.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
For Boston,

>k5N The regular packet schr LIBER-
.GEGTY, Jonathan Halves, master, bur
tlen Gao bis. part Of which is provided,
will sail in .hree or four days. For freight
Of loo bis apply 70
Dec : JOHN Fl. LADD ( Co.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Christmas drawing near.


|THE subscriber respectfully congratu-
Il lates his friends and the public in ge-
neral, on the approach OF the Christmas no.
lidays, and begs leave to inform them that
his store will reopen, and be brilliantly
ILLUMINATED at that memorable time !;
and he has endeavored to adorn bis Fancy
and Confectionery Store as well as his pre-
sent circumstances will permit. At the re-
quest of many of his patrons, he will, for
the second time, have a representation Of
the .Manger Of Bethlehem,
THE BIRTH OF THE REDEEMER.
The Genius Of Liberty,
Sword in hand, in defence of the American
flag.
THE STATUE OF
Henry ~. of France,
ON HORSEBACK,
on THE NEW BRIDGE OF PARIS.
The whole to be illuminated, for the first
time, on TUESDAY EVENING, the
Cpd inst and continue so every
evening during the holidays.
Those who may homer him with their
presence on the occasion, will please to take
notice that they will find general assert
ment of Confectionery, C6rdials, Raisins,
Almonds, Palm Nuts, Filberts, English wal
nuts, &c. &c. together with his
FANCY T. PERFUyNERY GOODS,
and new assortment of elegant and cheap
Toys. The subscriber hatiers himself that
by his endeayors to please, and in conside-
ration of his late misfortune, he will be en-
titled to share of patronage from gene
rous public. JOSEPH BOlSEAU,
Royal-st. tao doors ADORE the Herald office.
December 10 81
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Spirits, Sugar. &C.


A FEW puncheons of superior quality
IA Antigua and Jamaica spirits
Supertine Barbados sugar, in hhds
Also, parcel of cocoa nuts--for sale
on liberal terms al No SO Union-st.
September 80 n. REILLY.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
For Sale.

I'm On the Cd January next, at I P.
GsS4sM. at the Ex. Coffee house, l-3d of
the ship FAIR TRADER, with her tackle
and apparel, on a credit of 6, l2, and 10
months. ROBERT YOUNG.
December 81 t2J
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
Valuable Property for Sale.

NdiudpiS ipI"ity ioi coiS'
VHE subscriber wishes to sell Mount
4 Eagle, his present residence. This
property is situated in Fairfax county, Vir-
giDia. IN the immediate vicinity OF Alex
andria, commanding fine view Of the
town, the city of Washington, and part
Of GeorgetOwn-an extensive view OF the
Potomac and the country around, which is
highly improved. and distant from Aexan-
dria about three quarters OF mile, con-
tanning from thirty to forty acres, inclosed
with good post and rail fence. The i'm
Hk provements are, handsome and
G convene mt frame dwelling house,
H1ss with kitchen, wash house and
49, pantry, under the same roof; a
smoke house, stables, &c. with never
failing spring of excellent water, within so
yards.-Witb the above property some Of
the most substantial articles OF household
furniture may be had. Also, small farm,
distant from Alexandra FROM three 10 four
miles. on the road leading to Mount YER
non, containing two hundred and twenty
seven acres, more or less; from fifty to.
eighty acres of which,is in good wood; and
all lying well for Improvement having
proportion Of up and bottom land. This
land shows the effect Of plaster very per-
c"ptibly very satisfactory experiments hav-
ing been made.-A part Of the bottoms
land is DOW in timothy, and the whole is
susceptible Of being made to produce it,
having a sufhciency Of water on every part.
There is on this land beautiful situation,
for dwelling house. commanding fine
view Of Mount Vernon. fort Washington
and the Potomac, and very highly i'm.
proved country around. The terms. for
the whole or any part Of the above proper.
ty, may be ascertained by application to
the subscriber, or, in bis absence. to James
Patton, ESQ. OF Clifton Lodge, Fairfax euuB-
ty. WALTER H. JEGlFER..
Mount Eagle, Dee. 9 u
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
For Sale. Freight or Charter

For Sale, Freight or Charter,
,gAS\ The substantial ship FAIR IRA
.SDER, capt. George Fletcher, bur-
then 5000 barrels or $50 hhds tobacco, now
in complete order for the reception of
cargo and the performance of any voyage.
For terms for the purchase Of two-tbirds,
or freight OF the whole, apply To
N0BLET HERBERT,
Oct S or FRANCIS ADAMS, ir.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1818-12-22
For New-T0rS,

SSN The new and superior schr FIVE
SsA&SiSrERS, Capt. Bates, carries a.
bout 600 barrels, is now ready to receive a
cargo on board, and will take freight to
that port if offered Immediately. Apply to
Dec II LAWRASON & FOWLE.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1818-04-03

,Scts have long occupied posts Oh The
heads OF the Columbia and the river flow
ing from the Rocky Mountains to the Pa
cific, is well known and that they had
previously TO the discoveries of Messrs.
Lewis and Clarke particularly by the ex-
petition of 81: Alexander M'kenzie), ex-
piored the whole country, hut they had
made no establishment OH the coast till
1918. In that year, previous to the arri-
val efthe RacoOn, heirtraders from the in
teior made an arrangement v ith some citi-
zens OF the United States, who had es-
tabllshed themselves at the mouth Of the
Columbia, by which they purchased their
goods and post, and were found in pos
session by capt. Black, OF the Racoon, who
again declared his Maiestys title to the
settlement by the right of original disco
very, aud on this repeated the solemniiies
before made use of by Vancouver, and
the other British navigators who had vi
sited the spet.-This is in fact, revival
OF the Noefka Sound question, the claim
made by the United States arising solely
from the purchase of Louisiana from
Spain, and which, by their construction,
would put an en-, 20 Our projected expe-
dition 10 the North Pole, since, if disco
vered, they would claim possession Of the
whole of it What must he the mortified
feelings of his Royal Highness the Prince
Regent, on refectiug that the system
which he has countenanced, as pursued
by the followers of the immortal Mr.. Pitt,
have brought US TO a condition TO wink at
such indignities. GIoLe.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1818-04-03
DOMESTIC.

WASHINGTON, March Gothic de-
bate which has occupied the House of
Representatives for the greater par; Of lssf
week, was brought to a close on Satmr-
Gay, and resulted IN vote Of one hun.
dred and fifteen to forty-hve against The
proposition OF MIR. Clay to make an an
preparation for sending Minister 10 fhe
United Provinces Of La Plata.
The discussion was as able and unite
as interesting as any we have heard i'm
that House. 1t covered wide field
which was very fully, freely aud boldly
traversed.
The decision, which has taken place
IS, that 1t IS not thought proper now 10
make an appropriation for an outfit anda
years salary for minister TO Buenos
AyTes. The reasons Of that decision. ia
aItllelr notifications, we will not rob our
readers of the satisfaction of learning
rom the debate which will be placed be-
tore them. We will only say, generally.
That the resolution was advocated as
measure which would enlarge the mower
OF TIE Executive, and relieve the mind of
lie President from all doubt of the dis
position oil Congress TO sustain him i'm re-
cognzlng the independence Of La Plata.
whenever he should deem il expedient ia
DO so, which he would shortly do was in-
terred from his having sent Commission
ers To That country, whose favorable report
might be daily expected. The PROPOSE.
ZION was opposed, as premature and unne.
cessary, unless intended to be obligatory;
ana, 1t intended to be obligatory, as 10
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1818-04-03

the Goth, passed 10 a third reading, and
finally passed.
The bill from the House of Representa-
tiyes, authorizing the election of dele
gate from the Michigan territory 10 the
Congress of the United States, and ex-
tending the right of suffrage 10 the ci,i-
zens of said territory, was, on motion OF
MIR. Morrow, postponed 10 the first day
of July neXt-that ~, rejected.
!he resolution orueriu. medals 10 be
struck, and, with the thanks of Congress,
TO be presented 10 General Harrison and
q vernon Shelby, was read third time,
passed, and sent 10 the House OF Repre-
senla,iveS.
5;r. Barbour, then, observing that the
passage OF this resolution had removed
from his way the obstruction which had
Impedcd heretofore the proposition he
was now about 10 submit, gave notice that
he shOm!d, on tomorrow, ask leave TO in-
uoduce resolution for giving the thanks
of Congress To Colonel Richard NJ John
son, for his gallantry and good conduct
IN charging the enemy on the Thames in
Upper Canada on the 5th October 1918.
The bill rom the other House extend
ing the privilege of franking 10 the vac
cine agents i'll the several states and ter
rltories, WAS taken up anu on motion o.!
MIR. Crittensen, who thought such a pro.
vision unnecessary, a bad precedent, and
subject i'll itselfio abuse, the bill was post
poned o'the first of July next rejected
by Il vote Of IL TO IL.
Tie Senate adjourned.
Previous 10 adjournment, the VICE
PRESIDENT informed the Senate that he
should not attend the Senate, after this
day, for the remainder of the session his
private concerns requiring his attention.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1818-04-03

NORFOLK, April l.-AmOng the vessels that
went up the bay on Sunday afternoon was the
brig Huron, Martin, 10 days from Havana win
a cargo OF moiasses and sugar. Captain Apple.
by, OF tins town, came passenger in the III. ind
mas come up liz the sOop Gen. Swift. from ~
Carolina Captain A. states that about s DAYS
previous to his sailing, dispatches had been
received by the governor from the government
OF ga Spain, nsiructing him to close the port
OF Havana against all nations indiscriminate.
~ which order it was expected wouId he
carried into execution, in few DAYS, as the
governor only waited the arrival of the next
packet for duplicate of his Instructions
captain a. further states, that the British 20.
vernment determined to enforce their mea-
sures for putting stop to the African slave
trade, had sent two agents on that business.
who had arrived at Havana few DAYS before
he left there. 1t was thought that this steD.
coupled with the new order of Ferdinand
would produce something like a revolution az
Havana.-The Bueuos Ayrean squadron. were
stu cruizng close in with the Moro and block
aiding the harbOr. The sickness had again
made its appearance. There was but little
alteration IN the markets, American produce
dull, Island do. scarce aud high.
rs. b. H. r. RE