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Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-12-29
Boston, Dec. %.

DostOU, IEC
By the brig Hope, from Calcutta, papers
of that city to July 81, have been received
at Merchants Hall, and by Mr.. Topliff.--
They contain very little news.
The Dutch took possession of Padang,
May %, and double duties were immediate
ly imposed on all exports and imports.
The commencement of the rains in the up
per provinces OF India had been accompa.
MED by storms Of more than usual violence
and severe tempests had been frequent in all
that quarter oil the globe.
1t is stated, under date of Penang. June
twelfth, that Dutch pirate, named Thun.
derwold, has made his appearance in tbe
Eastern seas. He was formerly resident a
one of the ports of Java. Having had hi.
property conhseated for some offence agaIus
the Dutch government, be has fitted out tw,
briggs, one Of them mounting twenty-five guns
and is committing great depredations. 1t j,
stated that he has much annoyed the Dutch
trade. and attacked aud sunk two Dutct
cruisers. He was last reported to be crui
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-07-31

conference was held with increased en-
er9y. BY the time we reached it, the
whole were assembled; those who had
originally been left at a distance with
their sledges, having driven up to Join
their comrades. The party now there
fore consisted of eight natives, with all
their slcdges, and about SO dogs, two
sailors, Sacheuse, Lieut.. Parry, and N.Y.
self, forming group of no small singu-
larity; not little also increased by the
peculiarly Of the situation, on field of
ice, far from the land. The noise and
clamor may easily be conceived-the
whole talking and shouting together, and
the dogs bowling, while the natives were
hogging them with their long Whips, to
preserve order.
"Our arrival produced visible alarm,
causing them TO retreat few steps to-
wards their sledges; on this Sacheuse
called to us to pull our noses, as he had
discovered this to be the mode of friend
ly salutation with them. This ceremony
was accordingly performed by each Of
us, the natives, during their retreat, maxi
ing use OF the same gesture, the nature
OF which we had not before understood.
ID the same way we initiated their shouts
as well as we could, using the same in
ItcrIectlon, heigh, ya7o which we after
wards found to be an expression OF sur
prise and pleasure. We then advanced
towards them while they halted, and pre-
scented the foremost with a lookinm-glass
and knife, repeating the same presents
10 the whole as they came up in success
sion. On seeing their faces in Tic glass;
es their astonishment appeared extreme,
and they looked round in silence for a
moment at each other and at US; inme-
diately af erwards they set up general
shout, succeeded by a loud laugh, cx-
pressive of extreme delight as well as
surprise, in which We Joined, partly from
inability to avoid, and willing also to
show that we were pleased with our new
acquaintances."
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-07-31
FROM THE baltimore TELEGRAPH,
NATIONAL DRESS.

If the thing be not absolutely inpos-
slble, there are some strong arguments
in favor of establishing national dress
for Americans.
Strange as the idea may seem at the
first glance, it is believed that little
more consideration will give it impor-
lance.
BY national dress--no matter what
| fashion--say like the Armenian, sort
of cloak, and loose trowsers-millions
might be saved every year to the coun-
| try.
.Advantagea.--It would be much
cheaper-bccausc not subject to tire
caprice of fashion: because it would
wear much longer, and need not be
made oIsuch expensive stuff as itnow is
A cloth robe in winter--and a thick
silken, or thin worsted one for summer.
1t would be, beyond all comparison,
more becoming. Nothing cen be less
dignlhed, or manly, than the prevailing
English dress. Its only recommends
ton is lis cow enienCe for business. But
another might be adopted just as conve-
nient for business--and Infinitely more
graceful and proper fer other occasions
Even in business, a tight coat is not al
ways necessary--and our business hours
are but a small portion Of the twenty
four.
Lastly, 1t would contribute more to
give US national character all over the
world, at home and abroad, than all
other circumstances together, for whole
century. TO be known as an American
in Europe is TO be distinguished. Why
then shall we disguise our national cha
racter in English dress? There is no
policy in it---no economy--no propriety
in the present dress--and there are all
these qualities, in an eminent degree, in
having peculiar national habiliments.
Observation-Disclosures. IF
there be any, let them be pointed out.
1t is no argument against us, that the
English dress is universal in Europe
because, first it is not true, and next
though it were, it only proves that the
English have too great an influence in
Europe.
When the Russians, under Peter
were ordered to cut their boards, and
dress like Englishmen, it was an &C
acknowledgement of inferiority. But we
feel no inferiority to the British, or any
other nation. We are, at least, equal
and it is fair for us to manifest our
equality by daring to be independent Of
their customs.
Literarv.-A third edition of Knicker-
bocker's amusing History Of New York
is now in the Philadelphia press, revised
and corrected by the author, and embel-
lished with plates from designs by the
artists, Aston and Leslie. This work,
in its improved condition, is also in the
London Press, and will be published
.ontemporaneousiy with the American
edition.
We are much grati6cd, to see that
new series of the humorous and piquant
" Saimagundf is promised from the
press OF Mr.. Thomas, at Philadelphia.
1t is to be published in numbers, once
. fortnight.
Edwardsville spectator. [volume] (Edwardsville, Ill.) 1819-1826, 1819-07-31
.9GENT.S.

The following gentlemen are authorized TO
receive subscriptions and payments for the
SPfcTAroR:
Mr. Jacob Ellis-Sqngamo.
DIR. Augustus LanEworthy-. Flor.
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Major Isaac Ferguson, 'F's. cen
J.. l.. p. Wheelock, Esq.-R{pley.
Dir. john II. Lambert CarlNe
David peirce, Esq -Hasbineton Co9'fy.
Mr. Samuel Stewart-.jioaroe Cowifu.
John b. Murray, Esq. P. NJ Cash Settlement.
DIR. William VI. exander-T'azcH q .9nieiTca.
Mr.. Oliver r. Cook-.St. Louiq.
DIR. Matthew OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
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Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24

not doubt, that i've hundred men have left
Philadelphia, well armed and provi.iened,
to join us. Others are said to be prepa
ring in different parts of the eastern and
middle states. We hope that our friends
who intend to participate with US in every
thing, the dangers as well as the profits,
will be as speedy as possible in joining US
as it is certainly for the individual as well
asthe general good, 10 be organized as soon
as possible.
he council has been in session at this
place, and have acted on some of the most
important thinss--anongst other business,
they have enacted, that each private who
enters the service before the FIRST OF Octo-
Der, ensuing, shall receive ten sections OF
land as soon as the government is settled
those who arrive here alter that tine, will
not receive as much. The land pay to Of
hCers / no. yel acted on, but will be as
suon as council is again in session. The
pfivates receive Is dOls. per month, the
corporaIs 10 dolls and the seIgeants 20 dois
per month. he captains receive rs dolls.
per month, FIST LIeuenanls 80 dolls. Sc
cunu ou doi,. ana tnTa Lieulenants 40 per
month. Inc salaries vi The ngner officers
are IN proportion.
he lerus Republican, will be COM
hienced IN two weeks, and you are solicit
leu TO exchange. Amy OF your citizens who
wish TO take The paper, can have it ny send
Ing their naunes.
As We advance in the country, the
better lie soil anu water are-tue air is sa-
luxurious, anu think a healthier spot than
this, | never saw.
" | Cannot in justice TO the troops al this
place, close this letter, without remarkipg,
'ha' The good order and harmony amongst
them surp'sses any troops even of the u. S. |!
oransers arriving here, are astonlsned at
The gooi aud orderly conduct OF our CONS
particularly when they iook back al the
conduct Of The former army. anu tie wan,
ol unanlmIty amongst them. fms Contrast
cen lhe two armies IS great. Plumber
ins Is not permitted on any account"
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24

saved with some stores, and part Of hef, pro-
visions.
The Fawn had sustained so much da.
mage, it was impracticable to heave her of
during the southern Monsoons, or to repair
her in that inhospitahle region, she was
therefore abandoned. No lives were lost,
aud her crew, with the effects saved, en-
barked on board the Syren for Boston,
Emily for Leghorn, and Isabella for Bonn
bay, which vessels sailed from Mocha. on
the 18th of April, under convoy of the
Compsny's cruizers, Nautilus and Teign-
mouth.
The Arabian sea was much infested with
pirates from the Persian Guii who had com
mitted horrid depredatons. They cruizcd
in long squadrons. and bad landed an car
ried off an Immense booty from Barbsry on
The African coast, about The last OF Novem-
Der. Previous TO the arrival OF the Emil
iy and Syren, large Privaeer vessel
anchored in Mocha Roads, without the
reach of the Batteries, 4. cut two valua Ole
vessels out OF the Roads, and was pro-
ceeding to sea with them. By request of
the Governor, the Fawn assisted 10y the
OCain, captain Barnhan, and the MeIan-
tho OF London, lnteriered to suppress her
dep relation, Unfortunately before they
could be compelled 10 give up the prizes,
one OF them was sunk by the shot from the
ships. She surrendered to the ships, and
was given up to The Governor with her off
GERS and crew, who were kept in irons,
until liberated by the lmman, on giving
security for future good behaviour / his
vessel was in a small port above Mocha,
when the convoy sailed.
The Fawn was more than five months
procuring a cargo of coffee. it being very
scarce and high
The only survivor ofthe crew of the ship
Essex, was at Mocha. He had been in
duced by fear or interest 10 become a mus
seman, and was engaged in voyage for
Hamid Acquil, who cut off the Essex
His name was John Paul, and he did not
appear TO be unhappy, or to manifest much
desire to return TO his native country.
M Fl r
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24
LOSS OF THE EAW N.

Capt. AuS,in vi shy Famn, has arrived III
town, anu gives the following statement =
Ship Fawn sailed IRON iMocha, 18th
March IN CO. with brig Sy rem oi Newbury
port, and was subsequently joined by ships
Emily, OF Baltimore, and Isabella OF Cat
cutta, in order TO protection against pira ,es.
On the rlgil OF the Goth OF March, the tswn
struck Oh snoal of Tie Abyssnian Coast,
which was not laid down in the charts VI
either vessel. The Syren backed off with
out any apparent damage. The Fawn in
being to leewaru, I'D a very uniavorable po-
sitiou. tackled off but struck again while III
the act Of wearing, and every exertion to
save her, proved abortive-a strong gale
was blowing, and soon increased-her fore
and mizen nasts were cut away to pre-
vent her biIging but Notwithstanding eve
ry exerti.n at the pumps. she filled. As
soon as the gale subsidized, her boats return
ed 10 Mocha, procured several Lighters,
with which about one sixth Of the cargo was
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24

broken open and many light articles Of va
lue stolen. With some difficulty he sue
ceeded in getting her off, and arrived here
without further accident. All ofthese mis-
creants were known by him, having for
merly been with him in the navy. They
had heard of The loss Of the Firebrand, and
seemed to exult much in their prospects.
We have 40 doubt they are part of that
infamous gang who so lately infested the
Mississippi, con- hitting robberies On ves-
sells bound up and down the river. When
their attacks become thus bold, it is high
time they were hunted from their refugees
and swept from the ocean. Our govern
ment cannot be distinctly aware of he
great number of pirates who infest our
coast, or we are sure it would take more
efectual means to guard our commerce a
gains. their depredatons.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24
Ertract of q letter from Tortoia.


His Nlajesty's sioop Fly, captain Tom
kinson, arrived here yesterday morning
from Barbados. You are aware that this
officer has rendered himself a conspicuous
character by the successful system ct pri-
watering he has pursued in those seas Tor
some weeks past; having captured, am
credibly informed. no less than ten or
twelve fishing boats, TO the infinite advan-
tage of his majesty S service.
This morning, your countryman, capt.
VIM. K. Mason, and four seamen, ere
landed from the Fly, after tedious and
oppressive Imprisonment OF fifty five days,
during which time capt. TOnlkinson yainly
endeavored, in all our windw ard island
coasts, TO subslantlale his allegation OF pi-
racy against Them. In the course OF seve
raj examinations which capt. Mason I'M
derwent, moi the shadow OF IAN evidence
appeared 10 prove that he had at any pc
rod be- u OH board a prlvateer, or any
other aimed vessel, except those OF his a.
your country, during your wrangle with
Frauce in 1899. You may well imagine
that the result of tins business has very
much chagrined our naval BoJadil, who
had repeatedly threatened to have captain
Mason hung, ustead OF which his inno-
Cence has been established even to the
satisfaction OF British Judge and Scotch
animal. Captain Mason has, am we'll
in ormed, instituted suit ag ainst captain
lomkinson Tor Iilegal imprisonment Tor
the success OF which he has thu united and
best wishes of every honest Nan in the
island, who, without single exception,
are irrIlated against the Latter Tor his ell
deayors 10 excite a misunderstanding, in
the person OF one OF her cuizens, with a
nation with whom it is our best interest,
anu let me add, our isesl peiicy, ~ pre-
serve our present amicabie relations.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24
Nep- York, September 90.
thing new
FROM PORTUGAL,

The ship Alexander, capt. Swift, sailed
from Lisbon the 18th July, and brought
out his excellency Joze Roberto Triez AL
vez de Mirandi, the newly appointed 60
vernon of Fayal and Pico, with his family
aud Suite. Captain S. left at Fayal, Aug.
9th, the Portuguese ship Royal Princess,
from Braziis. She had been chased in by
one of Artigas' privateers, after an action
in which the privateer was beat of, and
the captain MORALLY wounded. Another
Portuguese vessel which had been in
company with the Royal Princess, was
captured by Tie rrivateer. The U. s.
sloop Of war Erie, capt. Stockton, vas
cruising among the Azores, in quest of Pa
triot prvateers, who had robbed several
American vessels. Gazette.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24
No papers north ofWashington were re.
ce;ved AT this Office last evening,
Philadelphia. September 90


THE YELLOW STONE EXPEDITION.
Among the arrangements of the general
government, now carrying into effect 10y
the executive, there is none OF greater i'm
nortance, in its various relations to the
limited States. than the Yellow Stone Ex-
ped,ion, which combines the exploring
ofuumerous rivers and water courses. not
vet ascertained--the progress OF settle
ment, and facility Of intercourse with the
fertile region Of the west, and the safety OF
that extensive frontier, by the establish
ment OF military posts-each and all OF
which objects, when completed, must
essentially contribute to promote the great
desideratum of Indian Civilization, than
which there is no consideration of higher
interest To engage the attention OF the
people and government of the United
States.
1t is, indeed, deyoutly to be wished that
20 cause may occur to impede or suspend
the prosecution of this truly important en-
.erprize, which, under the judicious ap.
pointments, that now direct it, must
speedily eventuate in great and general
benefit 10 every section of the Union, i'm
proving the agriculture, and increasing the
wealth of the interior--while it extends
the commerce and navigation Of the At
lantic states.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24

frequently sent from Gibraltar 10 r so,;.
but 10 prevent quarantine, these vs,.'
had no connection with the sbo,.
strict orders were given 10 permir no -, Wy
to come on board. A sIoop of war ,~F
wing from radiz. anchored in .he b,v ',
the captain OF the port, an athletic ~, .aN
OF hne feelings aud good character %
perfectly conversant with tn Eoyl;,, ''4
spanish languages, got into his ss;r -
padded towards The vessel. He 20, ',.' '1
the Stern, aud before he was ob,4rvet ~
reached the deck. TIE lieu, =, . = nc
enrased at the violation of Orders. ana -.
fear OF quarantine, in monrn, o. f,.. ."e
tu!ness, seized rope mi very
beat The Noor' who got into hi, ,sif "a
returned TO the port. He mad. No. IN
P'aint--'old no one ofthe cir I'm lance. :,
tho greater outrage cannot 10 crT..,Ir
christian to Mussuman. he ws,cb.a
opportunity to retaiale. The lion, -,
compelled TO land on business he rs,,.
ed 10 the beach at dusk tse ga,.s Of =.
town were shut; no boat was ready :,
ceire him: the wind drowned hi. VOICE.
be wake the beach in agitation. wL.n 4,
captain OF the port accosted him ana
learning his situation, prepared his sL;T
AID rowea bin TO his vessel. "Yo, ,,,,
remember, sir" said he, "wben in 4.
execution OF tue duties OF my Office II,oI
ed on the deck of this ship, GU dsor,,.,
me by beating me with a rope-and v,b
out provoCatIon | could have hurled 49,.
into the sea from my skif, and thus have
taken satisfaction but you entrusted you,.
Sell to ne, and guarantee your safety
this, Sill" said he, as he pushed off from
The vessel, is the vengeance Of Moor
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1819-09-24
From q late London Paper.

Extract OF letter from !lessIn, dated 93d
June, 1919.
he sales OF british manufactures have
Iecelyed serious check from the iale Gus.
Courthouse regulations although entitled
10 reuress, we DO not expect II from our
own ministry. The late treaty clearly ex-
presses that the tariff in force in I8lo shall
oe he basis OF calculation !; but an Old one
OF 1902, which Was moi used Tor Several
Years, Is now enforced, and the Whole
treaty is So loosely expressed that the let.
Ter Is perverted Into d complete conlradlc-
llon OF It's spirit. 1t does not REQUIRE much
talent 10 understand, for a British states
man OF the present schoo it IS only to
give up every thing anu pay subsidies with
good grace, without value received or
expected, anu never to require the Iiqui-
datIon OF debts due. In fact, to receive
The law from any quarter, where he ought
TO give 1t, amt not to tell disagreeaole
truths lest it should interrupt harmony"
he mats Of the Dandies at Paris are
broad 6rammed, ike those OF The Qaakers
IN England, or, rather, after the fashion of
tne Oliver Cromwell hat.
AT one oil the watering places the church.
wariens are advertising for a curate,-
where the duty IS not heavy at the
same time adding, that the office OF g mas
Ter OF the ceremonies" is vacant, should
the gentleman be able to otficiate in that
department..
Alter the abdication of Bonaparte, in
1914, 1t was observed, at fashionable
party in Paris, tina, things were to be re-
stored t" the state in which they were in
1873" On ! | am delighted to hear
that exclaimed lady, who was no long
er in the bloom OF youth, " for then shall
be only l9 year, of age
DUEL.--A duel took place on Wednes-
day morning last, al the back of the pre-
n,lses at Cionliie, near Dublin, between
Mr.. Jones, the patentee OF the theatre, and
George Pardy, Esq. After exchanging
shots, the seconds, Mr.. Day and Dir. Wha-
ley, intertered, and all accommodation
followed.
MANSION HOUSE. Yesterday the Lord
NJ fyor was again engaged for consiiera-
bic time in his private room, hearing a fur
Their elucidation of circumstances relative
10 the late proceedings at Smith6eId, par
tIcularIy as TO the pIacarding and distribu-
ton OF Some bills which art said 10 be OF
sedtious nature. Two persons were some
nights since found in the act of posting
these bills and were taken into custody -
Nothing criminal, however, appearing a.
eainst them, upon the first private eyami
nation. they were discharged, promising
at the same time TO appear again when call
ed upon.
During the severe storm of thunder and
lightning last week, at Bristol mass Of
caterpil|ars fell as if from The clouds into a
garden there, and were shovelled away by
bushels.
Extract from .Noah's Truuels in Barbary.
MOORISH NAGNANIMITY.
During the war in 'he Peninsula, trans
ports and other government vessels were