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Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

A ne7o Velocihede has been invented
by young gentleman OF Newly ork,
said to be very elegant. "lt runs upon
three wheels, two behind and one be-
fore; hut the feet of the rider do not
touch the ground, as is the case with the
other machine. 1t is propelled by the
feet working two paddles, which are con
nected with the after wheels, and the
exercise requisite to keep it in full mo-
ton is not more than driving a gig or
riding on horseback. On tolerable
road you can run with ease 10 miles an
hour. The inventor mentioned, that by
trial on the Battery, he found he could
go at the rate of IS miles ain hour, in
Guiding turnings."
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11
FOR SALE.

FsvIREE COWS and CALVES, two Of which
Il are first Fate. Also, several likely young
Cattle THORNTON PEOPLES.
.9rgHst lift
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

There has been an Instruction among
the convicts in the Philadelphia prison,
during which one of the keepers was
knocked down, and preserved only by
the interposition Of some Of the prison.
ers who prevented the others from kill
inr him after he was down. The insur-
rection continued about two hours, when
order was restored, without any serious
mischief having been done.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

The papers in every part ofthe country ar'
filed with accounts Of luxariant and abundan
crops, in many said to have never been e2
cccdcd.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

SEPARATION Of DIaine.--lt appears GER
tain, from the. returns already received
of the yeas and nays given in Maine on
the goth July, on the separation of the
District of Maine from Massachusetts,,
that majority far exceeding the fifteen
hundred required by law in favor ofthat
measure, has been obtained; and that
the separation is inevitable. Though we
regret the result, we most heartily bid
the citizens of Maine God speed
Boston Centinei,
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

Madison county, Sept. LIST, 19lo-15-3t
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

After the first of November next,
agreeably to law passed the last session
Of Congress, no foreign Gold Coin will
be legal tender.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

Bank of 81. Loi..' vs.. Co.'s. James and r. N
Johnson.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-11

Eiections.-John Scott is reelected
delegate to congress from the Missouri
territory.
Jonathan Jennings is reelected Gov
ernor of the state of Indiana.
Joseph M'Minn is reelected Cover
nor of the state Of Tennessee.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Missouri and Illinois Bounty
Lands

TNHE subscriber has now for sale mum.
i Der of the most valuable tracts, in
both Ofthose rich and improving bodies of
lands, and can supply applicants with any
number they may wish, and in any part Of
either territory. Every person who vista
the Western Country, particularly those
who intend settling there, should take ith
them few quarter sections those lands
every man who has young and growing
family, and Can spare few hundred dol
lars. should not miss the present Opportu.
nifty ofgetting some of those lands; as il
will insure to his children a greater GER
tainiy than any other inve stment he can
possibly make for their benefit From the
immense emigration 10 both Illinois and
Missouri, particularly TO the military lands.
it Is e. rtain there must be- great rise in
the price very soon, and those who miss
the present opportunity, will never again
have chance to do so WILL The patents
will be sold very low, for cash, good notes
or bonds at short dates. or bank stock in
the Central Bank of Georgetow and
Washington, and the Farmers and Mocha
MICS Bank of Georgetown. As am a
large dealer in Military Bounty Lands. I
can supply any number that may be re-
-quired.
Please to apply at my Exchange Bank,
ing House, Bridge street. Georgetown.
R0MVLES RIGGS.
july II d.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Was Committed.

ITO the jail for the county CT Alexandria
n on the 81 ult. as runaway, negro
man named WILLIAM BROWN: he APP
pears to be about "a years of age; feet 6
or inches high; round face, and black
complexion; V ell set; has scar on his left
cheek, and several IN his breast, also one
on his lett arm below the elbow, on The in-
side. Said negro says that his right name
is Burril Arts that he was born free at
Prince Edward court house, Virginia, and
so recorded in The clerks office at that
place that he is thirty years of age; that
he served with com. Barney on The Patux-
ent: he also served in The [. :. service, I'M
der Decatur, at Trpoli; and in both instan-
ces by the tame of Burril Arts.
sThe owner is requested 10 come and
prove property pay charges and take him
away, otherwise he will be disposed Of as
the law directs,
August7 Tailor.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
The Public
Was Committed

THO the jail Tor Alexandria county, as a
] runaway, on 2lst inst. a hegro man,
who calls, himself HENRY WlLLlAM-
SON, alias JACOB ROBINSON. The
said negro is about 25 years of age, ana
about teet six inches high, Of yellow
complexion; he had on blue cotton jacket,
and linen trowsers. When committed, he
said he was The property OF Mr.. Elliot, OF
Baltimore, but now says he is the properly
OF MIR. Tyson, of the same place, and
that he will be entitled to his freedom in
short tine.
The owner is requested TO come for
ward approve property, pay charges and
take him away, otherwise he will be dis
posed of as The law directs
ANDW ROUNSAHELL.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Fifty Dollars Reward.

DAN away from the subscriber living
hin King Georges county Va. on Mon
day the 22nd March, yellow man named
JAMES, absut % years of age, his tore
teeth wide apart, and cannot speak very
quick-had on Virginia cloth clothes and
carried off shaggy great coat, he has ia
ther named Peter Hall, who lives with the
widow Morgan, at Oak Hill, Fauquier Co.
and his grandfather, old Frederick Hall, is
supposed TO be living at Mr.. Terrett's near
Alexandria, and it is likely he may be luIk.
ing about there. will give the above re-
ward for experimenting and securing said
fellow so that get him again, and reasona-
bic charges if brought home,
J. Fl. WASHINGTON.
Masters of vessels and Others are fore
warned against harboring or carrying off
said fellow.
June ID If
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Office.

To Wheslwrights, Blacksm1ths, Tanners,
Harness.. Makers, Saddlers, HatierS, &c.
DELIEVING as do, that PROVIDENCE.
ID at Fairfax Court House, would be
suitable situation Tor mechanics OF the above
description, | offer to such, lois inthat vii
lage for sale, on ground rent for eyer-wIlI
build and furnish suitable houses and renl
to them, or furnish brick to them to build
with; and invite any who feel disposed TO
settle there, for the purpose OF CARRYING on
their respective trades to advantage, to
come and view the situation. 1t is very
public place, tie centre OF the county.
where the superior and county courts are
held. The Little River Turnpike Road
passes through this little town nom Alex
andria westward, and where all III public
meetings for the county. &c. are held and
where trades of the aforesaid description
being carried on, would meet with great
encouragement, and be a public conve-
nience to the country around. No situation
can he more heathy-good water. and tire
wood cheap. Mechanics of the above des-
cription must generally depend on the
country people, farmers, &c. 10 be their
customers. Here they would be in con.
venient situation for all the purposes. ]
invite a call, and view for themselves. ]
would also furnish lots adjacent, from one
to FIVE acres each, for cultivation, pasture,
SC. on moderate terms; all of which can
be shown. and terms made known. on ap
plication 10 RiCH'D. RADCLIFFE,
Fairfax Court. House. Va.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
FREDERICK.

commonly known by his associates as
Frederick Bankhead,) He is about p
years OF age, feet orI0 inches high sc-
tive and intelligent, Summers little when
spoken to, with large scar on hls upper
lip, grey eyes and curly hair, which he ge-
morally keeps cut and comhed IN fashion,
He had on when he ran away, brown linen
trowsers and shirt, leather apron and a
checked handkerchief. red and h'ue. tied
around his waist, pair nf NV England
sale shoes, no other clothing with him. |
will give for him TO be secured in any jail
out of the state of Virginia, of District of
Columbia. so that get him again. 100 dolls.
Iftaken in Washington or Georgetown so;
if in Alexandra town or county, so dolls.
or if in any town UT county in Virginia, SO
dollars, and all reasonable charges, if de.
liveged to me, or to the jailor of Fairfax
county, who is authorised by this adver-
tisr, aat. to receive him. for safe 'eeping.
June e5 If WIN. ROBINSON,
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Land Warrants.

kNOR services in the revolutionary war,
Il in the Virginia line on continental es-
Enlistment.
Owners Of, and those entitled (beipg all
who served three years and upwards. ! to
warrants OF the above description, are in.
formed that, under the authority of law OF
the United States, locations viii ON the 4tb
day of July next, be permitted to be made
on some valuable lands on The Scioto river,
and the head waters ofthe Great Miami ri.
ver-And as il will be the last opportunity
to acquire good land, owners OF warrants
will do we'll not 10 neglect it.
Any warrants forwarded to the subscri.
Der, will be located on such land as b, may
suppose most likely TO please bis employ.
ers. CADWALLADER WALLACE.
Chillicothe, c Aio) April Is 1917
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
100 Dollars Reward.

( S known TO have teen kidnapped from
field near Germantown, between The
hours Of l2 and 2 clock, on the 3Oth uit.
whilst at work alone, free Black Man,
named HENRY HUDSON, aged between
Q aud 22 years, Of the height of FIVE feet
five inches, very black complexion and
dark eyes, has scar under his left arm,
between The wrist and elbow, occasioned
by the cut of all axe.
He is by occupation farmer. native
OF Kent county, in the state OF Delaware;
had on blue cloth roundabout jacket, old
Hack silk vest, corded velvet pantaloons,
and wool hat
He is very civil, inoffcnsive man, With
rather down look. There is reason to
,uppose that he was decoyed into Car
sitge, and conveyed southwark.
Any information respecting him " i'll be
thankfully received. Keepers of turnpike
yates, toll bridges, and taverns. are par
ticularly requested to give suchinformatioa
Is may be ia their power.
The above reward will be chrerfully
paid on conviction of the perpetrators OF
his fragrant outrage upon the rights of
reborn citizen of the United States.
REUBEN HAINES.
No. 300, Chesnnt-street, Philadelphia
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Burr Mil Stone M4nusactory

yEVHE subscriber wishes to inform h.,
4 friends and the public, that he b..
opened his Burr Mil Stone Manufaclory.
al the upper end of Kingstreet, OPPOSITE
the Blacksmith and Farrier's shop, in the
town of Alexandria, } where he will supply
miliers with French Burrs, of any size, at
the shortest notice ;.and will warrant them
equal, if not superior, to any in the United
States Ifmillers will order their Wheat
Burrs before they are built, ne will build
them IN such manner, as he can prove to
the satisfaction of any person, that. they
will run, without stop or fail, for 100 years !;
and fnot bespoke, from 90 to 100.
N. B. Prices as low as possible.
June % ROBERT GLENN.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Saint CvOiy Sugar.
100 Doll rs Rev ard.

~ ~ III ~ - ~ - w Nhs
ID AN away or the 18th Of April, from
~ the farm of the subs rib r. in Dogue
Neck. Fairfax Co, V.rgini,, negro HAIR
Rf, aged about twenty three years, about
five feet ten inches high very black, well
built. has consi Ierahie impediment in his
speech, when spok en- to evinces much con-
fusion, and replies almost uninteliigibly
had on Hhcn he left home, nuch worn suit
of domestic cloth have every reason to
believe that be is endeavoring 10 pass for
free man. and IS such went off in some OF
the bay craft during the late fishing season.
All masters OF vessels are iorewarned from
harborng or taking INTO their employ SAID
negro, under penalty of having the law r.
gidly enforced against them. will Civ
twenty dollars, if taken in the county OF
Fairfax, or district Of Columbia if be
yord that distance, the above reward, pro
vided he is secured in Jail so that get biz
again. WILLIAM MASON.
Charles County, Nd. June L.
The editors of the National Intelligent
cer9nd Baltimore Federal Gazette willie
sert the above until forbid. and send theil
accounts to Port Tobacco for payment.
June | II
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
MONDAY MORNING SEPTEMBER G. 1919.

demons, Sugars. &c.
IA ANDEVILLE& LARAOUR offerio
ID sale.
40 boxes fresh lemons in fine order
81 b hbIs LIST, Cd & Sd quality sugars
25 hhds West India rum
90 do. northern DO.
80 80 S seI. whistey
1000 gallons wine and cider vinegar
A few dozen very old superior claret
so chests gunpowder, imperial and
youpe hyson teas, of choice qualities
3G III real Durham mustard in leads
80 doz. London and Philadelphia do
80 boxes pepper and pimento
500 reams writing and wrapping paper
200 boxes mould and Tipped candles
10000 ID har! soap
And general assortment Of good wines,
liquors and groceries, as usual.
June 12
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Fol-. Freight.

IN The good schr. THREE SIS
10y TEkS. capt Lowell, burthen 60
.3 ,S S " about 400 barrels, will be ready to-
..ar,ow 10 receive freight for any eastern
Port on application to
]. Fl. LADD & Co.
yho Offer for sole received per said schr.
60 IONS plaster casks lime
A few hhis moIasses and NJ f rum
- hays 6lberts. July 2
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
LOO Dollars Reward.

4 WILL give the above reward to any
( person who will return 10 my posses
SION, negro LAWRENCE, who assumes
The sirnalue Of FEN WICK. This fellow
left my farm, on the Wico;nico river, in
Charles county, Md on the 9th July, in
consequence of his own outrageous con-
duct towards my Over,eer lie is negro
Of fine erect figure, gOoi features,
smooth black skin, rather above the mid
die stature, of youthful appearance for
one OF thirty years Of age, and OF great
plsusibii,y and natural smarlness. His
ears grow remarkably close 70 his head,
and on the inside of his lower lip he mas
white mark or spot. purchased him A
Years ago OF the estate of Mrs. 2. II.
Courts, Of this county. am led 10y cir
Cum>,ances which have come 10 my know
ledge since he absConded,) to believe
that he will en6eavor to make his way TO
HING George county, Va. should he not
take this route, he Will probably be met
With in the District of Co!u,nbia, or IN the
upper counties of this state, on his way TO
Pennsylvania. appreheLd he will change
bis name, and if committed to Jail, refuse
10 state 10 whom he belongs, as the mis-
conduct which preceded his departure, 4
his descending, have all appeared since to
have been preme1itated lie took all bis
Clothes with him, OF which he had large
number; among them--a new bear-skln
Oyer-coat, long close bodied blue coat,
pair of striped jean pantaloons, one or
bore white waistcosts, besides many afti-
eleS of coarse cloathing these, however,
he will probably exchange, or sell them
for cash TO deiray his travelling expenses.
| will give the above reward TO any per-
son who viii bring him home to me, or
FIF7'T'DOLLARS if confined in Jail. and
notice given me, so that recover him
Should he he taken out of the state, will
also pay all reasonable costs and charges
which may attend the bringing him home.
|. 7. SFODDERT,
West Hatton, near Aliens Fresh Post
2iee, Charles col4ty, Marylaud,
ars.S DIFF
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
William I}cyaugn.

Hair dresser and W3g Maker,
RETURNS his thanks to the public for
IL their past iavors, and hopes cohti-
nuance ct the same by his strict attention 10
business, having made arrangements Tor
making wigs and scetpe, and all other work
in the hair line, at re uced prices
| will give the highest price for long hair.
Nav IL
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Was Committed

ITO the Jail for the county of Alexandria
/ ON the 28th ult. as a runaway, a mulat-
to MAJ, who calls himsel JERRY MORE,
and says he is free born. and that he served
his time with MIR. Francis White, living
on Big Capon, Hampshire co. Va. at Cold
Stream Mills, and that he is recorded as a
free man in the cleak's Office. at Romney,
Va. Said mulatto IN IN is about 23 years of
age, 6 feet high, stout and well made, has
lost the first joint Of the fore finger on his
left hand.
The owners desired to come prove pro.
perry, pay charges, and take him away,
otherwise, he will be disposed OF as the law
directs,
ANDW. ROUNSAVELL Jailor.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Also. for Freight,

az The schooner FRANKLIN, Ro-
&iSSebert Squirting, master, burthen 1900
;~rreIs. will be ready 10 receive cargo
in ina, lew days. Apply as above,
iybo offer for sale, cargo ofsaid vessels, OF
$50 tons plaster paris. Aug, 81
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
For Sale,
For Freight.

, SAM The newaud fast sailing brig CO.
f,ssaaa2.LUMBUS> Joseph HUnter, master,
hurtnen about 100 bbls and now ready TO
receive cargo, Apply 10
May JOHN II. LADD Il Co.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
For Freight,

SN The brig VENUS, Charles Nor
5Y ris, master, burthen $50 barrels,
~ &c ready 70 receive cargo in few
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06

Sugar, Coffee, Teas, &c.
DRYAN HAMPSON g. Co. offer for
- sale
Sugar in hhds tierces aud barrels
Green coffee in bags
Teas in chests, half chests and boxes, Of
the best importations
Sicily, Madeira, Lisbon Port and Mala.
ga wines, all of the first quality, in pipes
and quarter casks
Old Jamaica aud Antigua rum in hhds
A few barrels flaxseed oil
Spanish hotant and Bengal indigo
With general assortment of groceries,
as usual. May 26
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
Vol. MA
For New-York,

kG The regular packet schr. DASH,
sGLN iliam Smith, master, will sail in
, 80 Of iolr days, having two-thirds car
% engaged. For freight of goo barrels
So 10 JOHN II. LADD g. Co.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-06
100 Dollar. II ward.

Dan of from my plantation on the 25th
Z q inst. bright Muattn SIsye, named,
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-04
FROM THE NATIONAL INTELLIGEYcER.
LAND SYSTEM.

There has appeared in the Intell-
gencer an extraordinary publication, da-
ted General Land Office, June 90, 1919.
The publication is stamped with authen-
ITCHY by the signature of ]. MEIcs, the
well known commissioner of the office.
1t is rich in precious instruction. 1t
exhibits the land system of the United
States in practical operation--settling
the wilderness and converting the desert
into fruitful field.
A novelty in the records of empire,
the fact is given to the world, with a
character of indisputable verify. The
commissioner, indeed, does not seem to
have recollected his own scientific at
tentions and labors, in his disposition to
award merited praise to others who have
contributed to the practical excellence
Of the system. But his lbcrality to-
wards them cannot hide his merits from
the public eye.
Of the land system of the United
States, as exhibited in the publication,
he has said with truth, So wise, beau
tiful and perfect system was. never be-
fore adopted by any government or ma
ton on earth In regard to the rights,
and dignity. and happiness ofman, it tri-
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-04

tism, that hapless tin kettle doomed to
be eternally appurtenant TO the tail of the
dog of war. A declaration was filed
cautiously containing counts for goods
sold and delivered, work done and per-
formed, with notice to plead in eight
days. Even now the plaintiff did more
than by legal courtesy he was bound to
perform. He demanded a htca-how
primitive the process !--other7vise judg-
ment--how awful the alternative!
This was contumeliously condemned;
it was treated as Brutum ,fulmen but
the plaintiff, my Lords, was no mimic
Jove, bantering and clustering from a
bridge of brass; Serge, and not Salnao-
meas, was the antagonist whom the de-
PENDANT had to cope with. The bolt was
hurled, and interlocutory Judgment was
signed for want of a plea. At this stage
OF the proceedings, the plaintiffs attor-
ney put into my inexperienced hand an
affidavit Of the course of action. The
motion he wished me to submit to your
Lordships, was novel, and odious. Sc
nlors in silk, and puisnes in prunella,
would have shrunk from its experiment !;
but, full of my clients wrongs, and lev
cling like the Sybil with my subject,
even SO humble an individual as myself
now ventures to move your Lordships,
that 1t may be referred to a master to
compute the interest on the bill of ex-
change on which this action was brought.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-09-04
LABOR-TIlE NATURAL LOT OF MAJ.
From q wOrk lately bRb

Seating myself once upon {. ,aae, By
the side Of an Indian, who was Testing,
himself there, being at that time actively
employed in fencing ii. his cornfeld,
observed to him that he must be very
lond OF working, as | never saw him
idling away his time, : is common with
the Indians. The answer ',ich he re-
turned made considerable imp. ession on
my mind; l have remembered it ever
since, and shall try to relate it as nearly
IN his own words as possible.
" My FRIEND" said he, F" the fishes in
the water and the birds in the air and on
the earth have taught me to work by
their examples have been convinced of
the necessity Of labor and industry
When l was young man l loitercd a
great deal about, doing nothing, Just like
the other Indians, who say that working
is only for the whites and negroes, and
that Indians have been ordained for other
purposes, to hunt the deer, and catch the
beaver, otter, raccoon, and such other
animals. But it one day so happened,
that while hunting came to the bank of
the Susquehannah, where l sat down
near the waters edge to rest little, and
casting my eyes on the water, was for
chilly struck when observed with what
industry the Meechgalingus* heaped
small stones together, to make secure
places for their spawn, and all this labor
they did with their mouth
Astonished, as well as diverted, l
lighted my pipe, and sat awhile smoking
and looking on, when presently little
bird not far from me raised song which
enticed me to look that way; while was