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Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-02-12
ALEXANDRIA,:
Friday, FEBRU.ARY 10, 1919.
FROM OR CORRESPONDENT AT WASHINGTON

FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT AT WASHINGTON
Thursday, February II.
The appropriation was again before the
house in committee of the whole, for the
purpose of considering the grant for mo-
MES necessary to fulfil the contracts already
made for, and complete the great Cumber-
land road. The former amount to ESQ, 600
dollars. The latter, which amounts to
285 200, was moved in the shape Of an "a
mendment by Mr.. clay. Out of these
arose whole days debate. Mr.. johnson,
of Virginia, Mr.. Baldwin and MIR. Tai
madge were opposed to the appropriation,
while it was supported, besides MIR. Clay,
by Mr.. Smith, OF Maryland, Mr.. Pindal.
Mr.. Beecher and Mr.. Pitkin. Mr.. Clay
described, in glowing colors, the uses OF
the road to the country, and its commercial
and personal intercourse, and the superior
excellence Of its construction to any he had
ever seen, even in Europe-declaring that
it surpassed the great road Of Hamburg,
which had been commenced in the reign OF
Bonararte-and Mr.. Smith added TO the
encomiums, by stating that it shortened the
| road to the Ohio not less than 100 miles,
and led direct to Wheeling, where there
was always good deep boat-stream, while
the river at Pi,tsburg was often too shallow
for boats of any considerable size. As to
the expence of it, he stated that il cost one
| thousand dollars mile less than that from
Baltimore to Lancaster, in Pennsylvania.
The other advocates of the road gave each
of their strong reasons for the appropria-
lion. Congress, they said, had already
gone too far to stop--the road must be Il
nished, or that which had been done would
be reproach to the national councils. The
opposition to the road was grounded on the
vast expence Of it, and upon supposltion
of misapplication Of the money. 1t was
carried, however, by &c to 81.
For the salaries Of the heads of depart.
ment were then appropriated 6O00 dollars
year each; for the post master general
1000; and for the attorney general $500.
After which Mr.. Hopkinson moved to give
the chief justice of tn" United States 5000
dollars per annum, and TO the circuit judges
1850 year each-which, after some de-
bate, was clrriec = 66 10 81.
Mr.. Clay then rose, and after expressing
his regret that the shor,ness Of the session,
the i'll state Of his health, and some other
causes, prevented his renewing his propo-
sition in favor of the south American pro-
vinces this session, announced his deter
mination to bring it forward the next. if he
should have the honor of seat in the house,
and nothing in the mean time should occur
20 forbid il.
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did ereai credit 10 The operator, and p.,
misses 10 be OF considerable bcae6t n g.,
public. Horses IN general, but especi,r..
hunters and roadsters are liaL.e TO = Il.
ease, called in technical Ian; uage an al [
lection of the inferior surface of the nav;
cular bune, which produces iamcne,s, ana
till lately, the seat of this disease was
considered by most practitioners TO be j..
the shoulder. and was generally lreate,
accuriingIy.--No complete cure We
known ior il until about eighteen month,
ago, when Mr.. Sewell, assistant proie..o,
AT the veterinary college in London, d..
covered ore, which practice has since nrc-
we'd to be most ellectual. The cur. ca.
s'slS IN cutting out part OF the two maj,
trunks of the nerve leading 20 the foot and
the moment The operation is performed tn,
horse becomes sound. This was con-
pleteiy verified in the case we allude r.
where the horse when brought out Of ,e
stable, was quite Lame, and had been q
tor months past, but Immediately after ",
dergolng this operation, he walked. tro,.
ted, and galloped perfectly sound and
well. Mr.. Archibald Sinclair, veterinary
surgeon, performed the operation, which
did not occupy more than fifteen minutes
IN the neatest manner, in the presence Of
nnnher OF gentleman who were highly.
gratitled at witnessing it-and, we under.
stand, this is the tenth case in which Mr.
Sinclair has operated in the same way, in
| all Of which he has beeu successful.
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TESTS OF SOCIETY.

There in not more ntolerahle nuisance
in the world, than an inquistrve informed
ling false friend, Nothing more formida-
bic than on opulent scoundrel, and an ava
ricious judge. Nothing more disgusting
than an hali-learned dogmatical scholar
Nothing more common than a knavish
gamester. Nothing more despicable than
prince who is guilty of a lie. Nothing
more ridiculous than an amorous old man
OF woman; poor person who is proud; or
a July without spirit.
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THE FELON


Oh, mark his wan and hollow cheek.
And mark his eye-bal's glare:
AMI mark his teeth, in anguish clerch'd,
The anguish of despair!
Know, since three days, his penance borne
Yon Felon left jail,
And since three days. no food has pass'd
Those lips, so parch'd and pale.
where shall turn" the wretch exclaim:
"IFhere hide my shameful head
How fly from Scorn 3? Oh +! how contrive
To earn my honest bread?
This branded hand would gladly toll,
But when for work pray,
Who sees this mark, "A Fefon,' cries,
And loathing turns away.
"This heart has greatly err'd, but now
Would fain revert to good;
This hand has deeply sinn'd, but yet,
Has ne'er beea stain'd with blood;
For work or aims, in vain | sue;
The scorners both deny;
| starye | starve-then what remains =
This choice 10 san or die -
Here Virtue srurns me with disdain;
There, Pleasure spreads her snare;
Strong Habit drags me back TO Vice,
And urg'd by fierce despair,
strive, while hunger gnaws my heart,
To fly from sha in vain!
World, It's thy cruel will yield,
And plunge in guilt again.
There's mercy in each ray of light
That mortal eye e'er saw;
There's mercy in each breath of air
That mortal lips e'er draw;
There's mercy, both for bird and beast,
In Gods iGjuigent plan;
There's mercy in each creeping thing;
But man has none for man!
eye proudly honest when ye heard
DIV wounded conscience groan,
Had generous hand or feeling heart,
One glimpse of mercy shown
That act had made, from burning eyes,
Sweet tears of virtue roll
Had fixed my heart. assured my faith,
IND Heov'n had gain'd a soal !?
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Some travellers in mail coach, among
whom were lady and an lrishman enjoy
ing a nap towards the opening of the morn
ing, sudden noise awakened honest Pad
dy. who, one enquiring what was the mat
ter. one answered, some rufhans were rob-
bling the mail; that they may do, replied
Pat, but by my shout Throwing his arms
around the LADY, they shall never plumber
che fa-m0le.
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New. York, Jan. 8,
ACT OF DESPERATION.

Yesterday morning person residing IN
the neighbourhood of the New-Market.
walked from the scuttle OF three story
house down TO the gutter, and having as it
would seem, attentiveIy considered his dis
lance by remaining few minutes, to view
the spectators and 10 anticipate his destruc-
tion, threw himself on the pavement. He
did not however effect his suicidal object,
having only broken both legs.
Philadelphia, Wednesday, Feb. 10.
MAIL ROBBER.
Mr.. Baily returned 10 the city last even
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PRUDENCE

Though fortune seems TO be an universal
mistress, yet prudence is hers. When We
are guided by prudence, we are surrounded
with al tie other diiiuil!es.
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Shoes and Hats

S. 4. d. REED
Lave just received a fresh supply,
IL consisting OF the following kinds
Ladies morocco bootees [colored
Do walking shoes, black g.
Do leather do
Do cork sole do
Do morocco slips With military heels
Do black and cOlored
Do kid slips do
Misses ana children's morocco ard lea
Mems calf skin shoes [ther shoes
Dothick do; boys thick and bound do
Mems and boys low priced bats
Boys white wool low priced do
boxes ladies' fine straw bonnets
All of the above articles are offered for
sale at low prices for cash, OF at the usual
time to punctual dealers that purchase by
the quantity. We take this method to in
form country merchants that we have made
arrangements for large supply of shoes
for the ensuing spring, and shall be able TO
furnish them at the lowest Baltimore and
Philadelphia PRICES. Il February l2
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District of Columbia,
alexandria County to Wit, 1910
april Term, ''''
IN MI ksCEDV

'alsn""dr' 's, cS11 Tsyr to W.T. 1919.
IN CH.aNCERY.
Thomas Lawrason, Complainant,
Against
Elizabeth Haskins, William l.. Haskins,
John H. Ladd, executor, and Sarah Laid
executrix, of John G. Ladd, deceased.
TINE defendant Elizabeth -Haskins, not
L having entered her appearance and gi.
ven security according to the statute and
the rules of this court, and it appearing to
the satisfaction of the court, upon affidavit,
that the said defendant is n& an inha bitant
OF this District-on motion of the said COM
plainant, by his counsel, it is ordered, That
the said defendant does appearhere on the
first day of November term next, and an
swer the bill of the complainant; and that
the other defendants, John H badd, exc
cutor, and Sarah Laid, executrix, of John
H. Laid, deceased, do not pay away, con-
vey or secrete the debts by them owing to,
or the estate or effects in their hands be-
longing to the said absent defendant until
the further order or decree Of this court !;
and that copy of this order be forthwith
inserted for two months successfully in one
ofthe public newspapers published in Alex
andr'a and that another copy be posted at
the front door of the court house of said
county. A copy.
Teste, EDMUND. LEE, c. C.
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District Of Columbia,
Alexandria County to VT, 1910
April Term, 1917
IN CHA.NCERY.

ASV SlIusVCCnI.
Alexander Henderson, Complainant,
against
Childs & Witherspoon, and Thomas H.
Rowland, Defendants.
VNhe defendants, Childs & Witherspoon,
l. not having entered their appearance
and given security according to the statute
and the rules oil this court and il appear
ing to the satisfaction of the court, upon
affidavit, that the said defendants are not
inhabitants OF this Distrct-on motion of
the said complainant, by mis- counsel. it is
ordered, that the said defendants do ap.
pear here on the LIST day of November term
next, and answer the bill of the complain.
ant aud that the other defendant. Tho
mas h. Rowland do moi pay away. convey
or secrete the debts by him owing TO. or
the estate or effects IN his bands belonging
to the said absent defendants until the fur,
Their order or decree OF this court AMI that
Z copy Of this order be fnrtawith inserted
for two months successfully in oae OF the
public newspapers published IN Atexan.
dria and thai another copy b. posted al
the font door of the court house OF said
county. A copy
Teste. EDMUND I. LEE. c.. {.
June ~
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Fresh Medicines,


TUSTrecciyed from Lees Medicine
~ Store, Maiden-Lane, New-Y York,
and for sale by
JAMES KENNEDY & SON.
who have for many years been sole
agents for Alexahdria) with the fol-
recommendations
Hamitton's Worm destroying LOscnses,
by which vast number Of persons
have been relieved from this dangc-
rous complaint during the last sixteen
years.
Hahn's Antibilions Pills,
Celebrated for the Prevention and
cure Of bilious disorders.
HamiLton'S ELIXIR,
Effectual for the cure of colds, obsti-
nate coughs, asthmas. &c.
HamiLton's Grand Restorative,
recommended as an invaluable medi-
cine fnr the speedy relief of nervous
complaints, low spirits, loss of appe-
lite, &c.
Ham,lton's Essence and E.ctract of
Mustard,
Esteemed safe and effiUacious rene
lily in acute and chronic rheumatism.
govt, &c. &c.
Lees Ointment for the Itch,
Warranted to cure at one application.
aud to be perfectly innocent in the use.
Hahn'S Genuine Corn Plaster,
For the speedy removal Of corns with
nut pain.
Hahn's Genuine Eye Water,
For the cure of diseases of the eyes.
Tooth Ache Drops.
4ffording reliefin the most violent at
taaks
Genuine Persian Lotion,
A valuable cosmetic for removing all
eruptions OF the face and skin, per-
fectiy innocent and free from any in
furious Ingredient.
Restorative Ponder for the Teeth and
Gums.
Pamphlets may be had gratis at the
place of sale, containing a more par
ticular account of the medicines, with
the cases of cures performed in con
irmation of the character given OF
them, SO
April ~ NIT
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For Sale,

TWO tracts of valuable land in Durham
l. Parish, Charles County, Maryland OPP
posite Nanjemoy Reach-one Of these tracts
ofland is bounded on one side by the 70.
tomac, has valuable fishery, and contains
about $50 acres Of bottom, with quantity
Of wood that ought to be cut.-The otbef
is about three-fourths of mile from the n,
yer, from one half 10 two third. coverea
with wood and valuable white coax timber,
and contains about 700 acres. Both tracts
have anorchard of choice fruit. The ABOVE
land will be sold at Charles County Cour''
on THURSDAY in the third week OF aa'
gust next at Public sale, if not sold befors,
at private sale.-The terms will be maoe
known at the sale. Timber or wood may
be purchased any time previous to the hes sac
T. H. REEDEf:
Charles County, March es--swtAc's
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District of Columbia.
Alexandria County. TO Mt, 1910
April Term, o'
<.TYa

April Term, 1919
IN CH4.NCERY.
Robert G. Violet, Complainant,
against
Charles Tyler, Robert S Blackjack and
Christopher Neale, Defendants.
THE defendant Charles Tyler, not ha-
Il wing entered his appearance. and gil
ven security according to the statute and
the rules of this court, and it appearing to
the satisfaction Of the court, upon tffi1avit,
that the said Charles Tyler is not All inha-
bitant of this District: on motion of the
complainant, by his counsel, it is ordered,
that the said defendant do appear here on
the first day in November term next, and
enter his appearance to the SUIT, and give
security for performing the DEGREES of the
court and that the other defendants, Ro-
bert S. Blackjack and Christopher Neale,
do not pay away, convey or secrete the
debts by them owing TO, or the estate or
effects in their hands belonging to the said
absent defendant, until the further order or
decree of this court and that copy of
this order be forthwith published for two
months successfully in one of the public
newspapers published in Alexandria and
that another copy be posted at the front
door OF the court house Of said county.
Teste copy EDMUND /. LEE, C. c.
,,na q
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Jesse s. Wilson,

A T the instance OF several of the lnha-
IA bitants Of this place, has opened an
English School,
in st. Asaph-street, contiguous to EdUard
Sabler's residence. The number of scho-
lars at this time not reaching the limitation,
few may be admitted. on application to
either of the subscribers; Of whom also fur
Their information, if required, may be OBJ
tanned. Nj. MILLER,
EDWARD STABLER,
ELISHA G.. DICK,
RICHARD H. LITTLE,
Sdmo. S GEORGE 8 HOUGH.
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John II. Laid s Co.

JOAN IL. Laid = Co.
OFFER for sale at reduced prices, for
~ approved paper at long dates
% hhds West-India rum
68 n. E. rum
80 bis do do
Is hhds and 10 bis India Point and
common gin
hid and Dbl cherry bounce
10 bbls coloring
81 boxes white Havana sugar
23 brown do
80 hhds retailing molasses
26 bags green Havana coffee
go chests young hyson tea
chest imperial do
$50 boxes mould candles
25 do dipped do
81 do yellow and brown soap
SO do fancy soap
81 tons Russia old sable iron
200 pieces Russia sheetings
81 bales and cases English, India,
German and domestic goods
10 boxes mems and boy S coarse and
fine hats
cases large and small combs
20 trails Arabian dates
IL boxes Turkey figs
40 do Muscatel raisins
3 casks lemon juice
CassIa mustard and ginger
Pipes, half pipes and quarter casks
SCOTS and other Madeira and Sicily Madei-
"a wines
Reams wiring, sugar loaf, wrap
ping and sheathing paper
Bales English herring seine Irvine
Dbl indigo
25 casks red ore
400 casks lime
1900 bushels loose lime
100 NJ clearand merchantable boards
1000 bushels Albany oats
270O bushels Isle of May salt
5000 do Liverpool coarse do
600 do Lisbon do
Is casks Connecticut cheese
Boxes dun Goldfish
rs bis prime pork
10 navy beef
so No. behring's
35 casks English powder, lying in
the powder house
5 cases mems and boys shoes
SO boxes double rein d Italian brim-
stone
Is Connecticut ploughs
Clocks, time pieces and mahogany
furniture
Weavers' reeds or Stays
Nest measures, boxes, gin cases and
shaving boxes
100 grndstones
Yawl boats
10 kegs large and small twist manu-
featured tobacco
bales hops
IS tons fustic
Is crates and hhds Liverpool ware
40 boxes window glass, of various
sizes
Cordage, handspikes, mast hoops,
hanks, &c. &c.
March
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s. Drew, Merchant Tailor,

s. Drew, Merchant Tailor,
Removed from Fairfaa-street to the corner
of King and Columbus streets, and
has prices falling
D ESPECTFULLY acquaints his custo-
Il . Iners and the citizens in general that
he has removed as above, where he will
study to give satisfaction. He has by him
small but well assorted stock of goods,
which will be found on inspection to be OF
the best quality, the whole of which he
wishes to sell low for cash, and as further
inducements to purchasers he offers to cut
out any goods, bought Of him to any size or
pattern gratis.
S. Drew aware, of the advantage ready
money business has over one where long
credit is given. thinks that distinction
ought to be made in the prices in each case:
and as the price of provisions are low at
present, he is glad 10 be able to announce
TO those customers who will feel disposed
to pay him ready money for his work, that
he will reduce the price of making to them
according to the present Journeymen's wa
ges ; and to prevent any supposed imposi-
ton on the one hand or dissatisfaction on the
other he is willing to be governed by the
printed regulations of prices by which The
journeymen are paid in Alexandria.
N. B. Bread, -four, beef, groceries, IL
quors or any thing valuable taken in ex-
change for clothes.
S. Drew has this day opened a tavern
in the same house, where he has laid in a
supply of Philadelphia and the district
porter aud ale, together with liquors of the
best quality, and he feels confident that he
shall be able to give satisfaction to all
who will please to favor him with a CALL
He is fitting up his house for the accommo-
datinn OF boarders, TRAVELLERS, sc. and from
its central situation, good beds and stab
ling, together with other requisites, he
presumes that it will be found convent
ent establishment. may 25
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TNHtS elegant estate is situated on the
Potomac, Is miles below Alexandra
AIT is bounded on three sides by the Poto-
mac and Pohiek creek, and contains nearly
3. 900 acres of land, level and fertile, to
which are attached six shad and herring
fisheries. two of which command the RI
yer channel This land will be laid Oft in
four tracts, so as to have one or more flsh-
cries to each these tracts will be again oil,
v;ded if reouisi.e This estate is level and
beautifully situated, very fertile, and re-
markably healthy. Plaster acts with an
effect equal to that of any part of Virginia
or PENNSYLVANIA have used 500 bushels
n twelve months, and such is its beneficial
onar,t;on. that were to keep this land
should considerably increase the quantity.
A usan,t,cturing mill is distant about two
miles ON a stream navigable for vessels
carving 1900 bushels of wheat, where the
Ralf;more and Dist. of Columbia prices are
giyen for grain: being bounded on 3 sides by
water. a small extent only OF fence - ne
cessary 10 inclose the whole: it would be
admirably adapted to grazing. The lm-.
proyements are large ana very
Enf substantial brick mansion, 40 by
.s.l 10 feet, with every necessary out
house, three COnmoaiouSs oaruS,
houses for Negroes, and fish houses at each
OF the fisheries. 10000 bricks and 1000
bushels of lime are just burnt on the pre-
misses. There is considerable extent OF
live fence. both useful and ornamental, two
orchards Of well selected apples and peach,
besides an abundance of other choice fruit.
More than $50 acres are in clover, goo in
cprn. and land is in preparation for sowing
$50 bushels of small grain. Any quantity
of hay can be cut from the low grounds,
some of which land all might, have been
reclaimed at triiing expense. The river
and creeks, abound with wild fowl, parti-
cularly canvass backs, the woods with deer
and variety Of other game. Mules, cat
lie, highly improved sheep, farming uten-
sells and household furniture can be had.
The terms of sale will be accommodating.
Property in any of the cities, negroes. bank
,tock, western lands, or lands near the
RIDGE, will be taken in payment.-Letters
rnust he addressed to ne at Pohick Church,
F,;rfax county, Virginia.
September 4 GEORGE MASON. $
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For Sale or Rent,

TNHAT valuable property called CON
L WAYS Wharf,, with the Ware
houses thereon fronting on Union-street.
The warehouses will be rented separately
If required. For terms apply to
VIM. HERBERT, jr.
August 25 II
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For Sale,
rTyHE HOUSE and LOT in which I usec

rTHE HOUSE and LOT in which used
L. to reside in the town of Alexandra,
containing an acre of ground, on Washing
ton-street, being one of the most agreeable
stu atoms for genteel family in that town.
For terms aud view of the property,
app,v to James L. .McKeana, esq. who is
fully authorized to treat for and dispose OF
the same, and will explain any facts res
pecting it which may be required.
JOHN HOPKINS
Hill and Dale. April 90.
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To Rent.

s.. The brick house on Royal-street
NH} lately occupied by Mr.. Charles
ss,I Tyler. The situation aud conve-
~ niences of this house, render it a
desirable residence. A very reasonable
rent will be taken ola respectable and per-
manent tenant. Possession may be had
Immediately Several other houses in good
situations to rent Enquire of
VAUDEVILLE & LARMOUR.
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