davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Alexandria herald. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1811-1826, 1822-10-21

Mr.. Williams, an English advocate,
lately commenced a speech in favor of
a culprit, and commenced weeping at
the same time. The John Bull thinks
he should be appointed erter of the
The Alexandria herald. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1811-1826, 1822-10-21

a man in England lately made meal
IN | 2 minutes, in which he eat SO her
rings and a SIX penny loaf, and drank Q
gallons OF ale and l6 glasses Of brandy
He was willing to eat more, but the by
ISLANDERS were tired of supplying him.
Another hog, in % minutes eat z ID. of
beef steaks, half peck of potatoes, .
three penny ioaves, and drank IL glasses
The Alexandria herald. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1811-1826, 1822-10-21
PRINTING.
HENRY PTT'TNJNc

Has fitted up, separate from his newspaper
establishment, very extensive Job Office, en-
braeing the newest and most fashionable plain
ana ornamental type, selected from the different
1oundrles in the United States, erpreasEyfor the
execution Of every description of
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
POSTSCRIPT.
FROM CURRACOA.
HERALD OFFICE,
n


A letter received by the Only Daughter
wilkinson, from Curacao, dated July 26,
says, 'Coro is evacuated by the Spaniards.
Gen, Moreles and his army, 1900 strong,
arrived here two days ago, in fleet of ten
schooners, one IA gun ship and l6gun brig
A few hours after their arrival Patriot
squadron, of three i3 gun briggs and one
small schooner under command OF Admi-
raj Ballucbc, hove TO off this harbor, and
challenged the Spaniards to combat. The
trlgate and brig got under way and procee-
ded to meet them. The hills around this
city were tbronged with people 10 view
the fight The Patriots continued their
hostile position most CALAMITY, but the
Spanish ship aud brig, after approaching
within gun-shot OF them, hauled their wind
aud, like towards, declined The contest.
They returned to their anchorage, and viii
sail for Porto Cabello in day OF two"
The above a gun ship, two days pre-.
vious to her arrival at CurraCo, had cap.
tured the schooner Antelope, Of New York
bound TO that island, aud, in sight of the
town. robbed her Of her whole cargo,
charts, books, yC.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
III MARINE LIST, "a
PORT OF .aLEXA " DRIA.
corlEp FROM rHE REApING-ROOM ROCKS.


ARRIyED....AUGuST ~
Schr Gen. Jackson, Smother, Patuxent;
tobacco for ship Eagle. Also several IN
land vessels with various country produce
got up.
Brig Abigail, Gooday, Bremen.
- Eight Sons, Low, Amsterdam.
- Frederick, Barrett, ST. Salvador.
and market.
Schr. Java, Mason, cid at N. York 18th
inst for this polt. go,
Scbr. Cent, Burgess, cid at Boston 18th
August for this port.
The Schr. Milo, Farneswoth, from Alex
andria bound to Providence, after putting
10 sea three times, has been compelled TO
put back again into Norfolk, from the
same cause, adverse winds) ano on the
18TH inst. was at Sewell's Point.
Ship Boston, Finlay, at Liverpool llth
July for this port soon.
Schr. Hornet, hence, ar at Boston 18th
inst.
AUGUST l9....xRRIvED.
Sch. Alnira, capt lmhor, 7 days from
Staten Island; ballast 10 NJ Miller s. Son.
Several inland vessels with country pro-
luce also got up.
Sloop Regulator, Chadwick, New. Bed
ford, IL ds, ballast and oil 10 the master.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
TO Rent.

Annk THE large brick warehouse re-
EE Gently occupied by Mess,s. A. e.
Hski A. II. Adams as grocery, ship
$780, chandlery, and paint store; for
winch, or the reception OF grain, being i'm
me dIately on the wharf, there can be no
better situation The rent will be mode
rate. and possession given on the LIST OF
Octo Der,
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
DR.. SEDWICK

.R ESPECTFULLY Uniforms the citizens
~ OF Alexandria and its vicinity, that
ne has opened an
APOTHECARIES STORE,
on kIng-street. between Columbus and
Alfred, two doors above Mr.. Humes !;
where ne intends Keeping a general as
sortment OF
MEDICINES.
He will practice in such cases where
they can attend The shop prescribe, and
sci bis medicines at the customary price.
From the experience Of fifteen years, in
the various branches OF his profession, be
fiatters himself that satisfaction will be
gwen to those who may please to call ON
him. aug 20 eo2w
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
Public Sale.
Tuesday the eth inst. -

rTesday the 27thiast. -
ON TUESDAY The 27th inst. atIi o..
Oc.ock precisely, will be sold on the pre-
misses, that beautiful lot fronting on Water
street between Prince & Duke streets, and
directly in the rear east oil the End PYesby-
teriaD church about 80 teet front running
half the depth Of The square. Terms libe-
raj and made known al sale.
find immediately after
A lot on Duke street, between Fairfax
and Water street, 60 feSt front, running
Sc feet, on which is small brick tene-
ment
s.A, MARs7ELLER, Auct.
aug II
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
The following Sale IS postponed
to Wednesday, Cd Nov. nert.

DY virtue of deed Of trust from VIM.
ID H Hampton and Msry Hampton 10
me, bearing date 18th January, 1890. and
recorded in the office OF the county, court of
Fauquiet. at Rockhil, the late residence
of the said Hampton, on Saturday the ed
day OF next November | shall proceed to sell
at public auction for cash, three tracts Of
land, situated in the county of Fauquier
one containing 239 acres, 8 roods, and 8
poles; another I73 acres, | rood, and 20
poles; and the third 80 acres, the boun-
daries of which are mentioned in THE said
deed The sale will be made TO satisfy
debt due to John Lloyd. Of Alexandria; up
on the payment Of the purchase money,
the subscriber will convey such title as he
bath under the deed oftrust aforesaid.
lNMAN HORNER, Trustee.
auu IL re ~ I'm
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
Removal.
aug | Z

r lindsay & HILL have removed to
IL the new brick store, lower end of
King street, where they offer for sale a 'ge-
neral assortment of groceries, on accom-
mcdatng terms. They wish to purchase
wheat, rye, and corn, for which the high.
est price will be given.
aug II Il
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
John I'll. Laid & Go.

John IL. Laid 9 20.
HAVE just received by brig Winifred
L. from Havana, and brig Resolution
from St. Thomas, and schr. Mary. from
Newburyport,
SO boxes white and brown Havana
sugar
80 boxes Muscovado do
81 bbls. do do
ID hhds molasses
5000 doz. Amegor superior Spanish Sc
CARS, in whole, halves y quarter boxes
bags cocoa,
5 do coffee
2 hhds w. /. rum
Dbl g. boxes taIlow
IL cases mems e. boys 6ne shoes
8 do fur hats
SO bbls N. E. rum,
may II
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
Sale of Land for Cash.


ON the Sd Monday 10 September next,
" at the front door of the Court House
Of Fairfax county at le o'clock, will be
exposed at public auction; TO the highest
bidder, for cash. the tract of land situated
in the county of Prince William, conveyed
to the undersigned by Charles Hopkins,
by deed of trust, bearing date the e9th
Of March, 1891. tor the. benefit Of John
G Heslop executor Of DR.. George Ora;
ham, deceased. The sums 10 be raised
are specified in the deed OF trust. Of re-.
cord in the county court Of Prince Willis
am, to which the expenses are to be add
ed. The description Of the land will be
found in the deed, also Of record in the
Prince William Office, made BY said Hes
lop to said Hopkins. .:
RICH'D H. HENDERSON.
Leesburg, Aug. Trustee.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
Notice..

T,HE subscriber having received con-
veyance of the merchandise, debts and
effects Of the late firm OF A. & A. IL. Ad-
ans, for the benefit of their creditors, re-
quests those indebted to make immediate
payment. The creditors are requested to
present their claims without delay; and
are required to take notice that the period
of thirty days only from the l4th inst. is
allowed TO them by the terms Of said deed
to entitle themselves 10 dividend by ex-
ecu,ing general release TO the said A. u
A. H. Adams,
DWIGHT METCALF, Trustees.
aug 7 II
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
Public Sale.

Public Sale.
- On Friday the Esd day cf Au,
M gust next, at 5o'ciock. ?. M. the
sSs subscriber will offer at public sale
G on the premises, two story frame
tenement and lot Of ground, on the south
side OF King street, between Fairfax and
koyai streets, now in the occupation Of
John +. Latruite; in front on King st. IS
ieet 3 inches, in depth loo feet to 90
feet alley. The above sale will be made
under . deed of trust from Adam Lynn, to
t9e subscriber, to secure a debt due to the
United States "A portion OF the purchase
money not exceeding per cent. will be
required in cash, on the residue credit Of
six, nine; and twelve months, will be al
lowed payments to be secured by deed
of trust and an approved endorser.
K. |. TAYLOR, Trustee.
july 60 cots
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20

ue Popu'sho1!-fhe people OF Eng land,
. ,aS OF The Army and navy, IS sta
yea 10 be 1877 663; the spirits made
~ england last year upon which duty was
pdh, amounted to 3,O53,35i gallons
mere was imported from the export dstil-
iefs 10 >cotiond, l,l6O,576 gallons; but
nave seen no return from Ireland, the
t,iu"suNpton may be stated the same as
cue preceding year, which it may be bet
vel 10 re'er to for the statement; conse-
pnenuy there was made in England in the
ip,ece1'ag year, 3, 1873 ,905 gallons, brought
tIom Scotland, l,l04, l53 gallons brought
rom ireland, 278,376 gallons; making
va VA OIL ASH ,7S4 gallons, and afiording a
consumption tor ESQ, $40 quarters of bar
icy; ne population OF Ireland is stated
o,o4o, 949, the spirits charged with
u ~, rom The LIST of October 1920, to the
t -. o. October, 1921, is / ,6I8,l05 gallons,
ssI The consumption of barley 200,
ioI qusrlers. The population of Sect
' "T Is stated at 9,092 ,Ol4--lhe spirits
voalgeu with duty from the 10th OF No
sss aI SEQ, 10 the 10Th Of November,
, '~n, 1850 ,676 gallons; making the con-
1T ny OF barley .42, 593 quarters.
wat do You attribute so great diff.
b,g,,'ence N the cOnsumptions of British spi
= 10 IN de ditferen, parts of the kingdom
~ LIincipaliy to the quality.
MS witness further ST a,ed. that in Scot
h" ~ Mefe are log distillers, work ing OIL
consumption; the distilIels. IN tina.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
SALES BY AZ CTIl5's.
THIS. DAY.
On Tuesday next,

On tuesday next,
AT 10 O'clock, willbe sold at the auc.
ton store variety of goods, among which
are
Sugar, molarses, whiskey
Supr vinegar,
I Malaga and Port wine in casks
Old Madeira wine 10 bottles
Old Malmsy do. Claret & Port in Go.
Mustard in bottles
Day 4 Martins blacking in do
Chocolate
Beds, bedstead, mattresses
Bureaus, sofas, chairs
Tables, looking glasses
Madras handkerchiefs
Cashmere, muslin, pins, buttons
Millinet, cotton balls
Domestic knotted counterpanes
Ready made clothes.
Also.
Earthen 4, Queensware in lots.
6 casks of Rice without reserve
S. A. MARSTEL LER, Auct.
aup ~
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-08-20
Notice..

THE public are cautioned against Ia
! king any assignment of three notes. or
either of them, executed by me in favor of
Charles Ming for 1901 each. the first made
payable January LIST, 1917, the second Jan.
LIST, 1873. and the third made payable the
Is: Of January, 1919. As | am deternjn-
ed not to pay them or eilher Of them as I
consider them all fully discharged by adj
vances made by me to and on account Of
said Ming. y.
aug IL ~ st
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
From n, " Y. Gnzstfp. Jan. 81

From the ". Y Gazette. JON 81.
We have received from our Boston Cores
pendent, (says the n. Y. Daily Adv Halifax
papers to the 9TH inst. inclusive.
The ship Rufus King, at Halifax, from LAW
erpool, in distress, has not been condemned,
b t was waiting advices from her owner.-All
the crew, except the cabin boy, had been dis
charged. Two or three of the crew are on
board the William, bound to this port
The trial of the Portuguese ship Marianne,
Flora, sent in by the Alligator will commence
this day, at Boston.
The British brig Charlotte Ann, Frink, has
arrived at Eastport, from Jamaica and Havana.
Whilst lying in the latter port, she was board
ed by gang of desperadoes, from the shore.
for the purpose of plunder-they had long
knives, and threatened the crew with instant
death, if they resisted.-Capt. F. hearing the
noise on deck, Jumped out of the cabin window,
swan to the British sloop of war Ontario,
which Immediately dispatched boat to his as
sistance, when the rufians fled, without ac-
comprising their designs.
Last SATURDAY. morning, as the convicts from
the Penitentiarv were cleaning out the Canal
opposite Chapel-street, they found the Cruel
fix, Lustre, Goblet, and Bottom of Candle
stick, that were stolen from the Catholic Ca
thedral about twelve months since.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
Corporation Stock.

PURSUANT TO authority vested in US,
by law of the Common Council OF
Alexandria, passed the 9Th day Of January
1892. we will receive until the 9th day OF
February next, sealed proposals for the
purchase of twelve Thousand dollars, stock
OF the Corporation of Alexandria, bearing
an interest of six PEI cent. per an
nun, aud redeemable on or before the
lryt day January, 1889, at the pleasure o:
the Council, or so much thereof, as will
satisfy debt due to the Bank OF Alex'a.
CHR. NEALE,
J. SWIFT. commissioners.
/. P. THOMPSON, )
January 70, 1929 dist
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
MILITIA FINES.

Agreeably to notice, Mr.. Lowrie ask
ed leave to introduce bill to vest in
the respective states the right of the U.
States to all fines assessed for the non
performance of militia duty during the
last war.
Mr. Lowrie observed, that on the 18th
May, 1920, he submitted resolution
requesting the President to cause infor-
nation to be laid before the Senate on
the subject of the militia, and militia
fines. Among other pints, that resolu-
ton embraced the following: Thenum
Der of the militia called into the SER
vice Of the United States from each
state, during the last war; The num-
Der furnished by each state, and the
period of their service The amount of
fines imposed. The sums collected, l.
the expense Of collection. The infor-
nation furnished, in answer to the call
of the Senate. did not give the definite
number that was called into the service
of the United States, from the different
states. From the extracts ofcorrespon.
dence furnished to the Senate by the
War Department, it appeared that, at
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25

different tunes, acquisitions v...
on the different states for thei, made
tive quotas Of iss. 500 men, a. the s'p PC
geAcy Of the public service rsn o ~.
From Pennsylvania alone, had NJ a,sed
been able TO find the number r.o ua. l.
and that information was obtaioss .ed'
the state government. The nn.. run
furnished by each state has been ssas 9
ed to the Senate by the Third A nd; sl0'
in answer to the call Of the Sen... ''
follows: a.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
Employment.

INCUR steady well behaved Orphan
4 Girls, from l2 To IA years of age, are
wanted in different respectable Quaker IA
miles Two of the families reside in
town, one al Ocoquan, the other one at
Centrevile.
twenty strong healthy boys, about the
same age, can have places with resrecta-
BILE mechanics in town, aud good farmers
In the country
J. SWIFT, Presi lent
st 4 i. oil the Poor
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
(Signed) assure you, &c.
BERNARDO MONTEAQUDO.

From the Chill Gazette, of Sept 2a.
Extract of letter from an Officer at Lima.
Sept. l2
"I thought that | should have been able
by this time, to have informed you of the
complete defeat of the army that passed
the Sierra, to reinforce the fortress of Cal
lao. but il entered into the plans of Gen.
San Martin to let them enter. to insure a
blow similar to that OF Maypu, and for
which we are preparing. In consequence
Of the measures adopted by us, the enc.
my was only able to introduce INTO the
fortress, hundred head Of cattle. and in
this state they are situated, with $500 men
of all descriptions, while we have $500 oil
the line, besi e. an immense number Of arm.
ed Peasaitry. who are gong to surround
them; with these means, the enthusis sun oil
all the troops, all the Spaniards of Lima
shut up in convent, and ammunition in
abundance, We ave about deciding the iu,
portant question, Every thing inspires
absolute confidence in its happy result, 4
if we except the chances OF war. there eau
be no motive of fear F"
By another letter from Lima, we are In
formed, "that the inhabitants We're so ex-
aspeIated against the Spaniards, that they
threatened their determination, il they
were not secured, and were only appeased
by the Imprisonment of 1909 of them
part in the convent of La Mercie, and the
most suspicious on board the vessels OF
war Even women have presented them
selves armed for the defence of liberty +"
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
Charles Bennett,

HAS received and offers for sale by the
ii package or piece, HIrst's imperial
blae and black cloths, of very superior
quality colour and dress:
Irish linens, sheetings and lawns !; Cd
74849-4& 1914 table diapers, remar..
kably cheap ga birds eye dsmask and
other diapers; ine and superhne cot
ION cambrics; Seine and sewing twine;
superfne aud foe patent shoe thread;
garden seeds-and as soon as the naviga'
ton permits he will receive Russia sheet
fngs OF the first quality Patent whIted
brown & coloured threads, printed cottons.
&c. sc.
ian Il lawtt
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
THE GAZETTE .
FRIDAY, JAN. Is, 1922.

A coroner's inquest vas held Yesterday NOR.
ming by James B. Stansbury, Esq. in Balti-
more County Jail, over the body of Joseph
Thompson, who was under sentence of death
for the murder of Miss Hamilton. 1T appear
ed in evidence that he had for some time refus-
edto receive sufficient sustenance to support ma
ture and consequently was very emaciated at
the time of his death.
Verdict of the jury that s'he came to his
death from the visitation of Cod
IBaA. american.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25

~. and one from our army. which was sit-
mated atshlendozs; irom that time until day
before yesterday both armies took different
positions. aud the enemy did not show al
inclination for action, on the contrary.
disposition to avoid It, as from its being his
only plan to reinforce the fortress OF CaiaO,
which he effected yesterday al 4 T. NJ. ma
king forced march from st Borgia. His
excelIency ordered a squadron OF cavalry
and companies Of cazaradOes, under com
mand of AIvarado, TO follow up his rear
guard, which was impractica5le to effect
in consequence of the celebrity OIL his march.
The enemy IS this day stationed in Baqui-
lans, aud the Liberating army rDcamped
near La Legua, observing his movements.
The considerable quantity OF provisions
necessary to support this reinforcement, to-
gether with the garrison that remained IN
Calao, and whose supplies are net suffl-
Gent to last them this month, according TO
exact information received, will place
them under the necessity OF making rail-
IL to meet our valiant troops. tor besides
the difficulty already mentioned, they are
unable to provide forage for their cavalry
in The contracted position which they oc-
cupy: all which leads to the persuasion.
that wh atever may have been the enemy's
plan in throwing himself into Calao, he
cam remain there many days without be-
Ing obliged to overcome the barrier oppO-
sed to him by the superior number, enthu-
siasm, and valour OF our troops
Militia forces rigldly blockade the for
tress to prevent all exterior assistance or
communication; and the progress which he
division OF Col Miller makes in the south,
(who by this time must be in possession OF
Haumanga) is also OF vast Importance.
Gen. Ia Serma re mains in jaula, but
any attempts that he may make with he
small force that he has, will be OF no con-
sequence, tor parties Guerrilas, in consld-
cradle number. observe his movements
This is the present state OF the campaign
and it is sufficient to give you an idea of
what may be Justly expected, IT we consld-
er at the same time the heroic enthusiasm
which this capital has displayed, without
distinction of sex or age, in favor OF the
cause of the CONTINENTAL which ] have
the honor to communicate to you, in order
that his Excellency, the supreme director
TO whom is owing. in great degree, the
success of our arms, may par icipa!e IN
the satisfaction to he derived from our
brilliant prospects, nowion the point OF be-
ing realized firmly establishing thereby the
destiny of those states friendly 10 American
independence.
(Signed) assure you, &c.
BERNARDO MONTEAQUDO.
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
Soup House.

THIS establishment will be kept open
every day, between ! 9 and 2 O'Clock
(Sundays exceptei) during he severe
weather, till further notice.
OrPriVs'e families can he supplied at
six and quarter cents quart.
The SOUPS nade ny good cook, with
the best beef and vegetables the market a.
lords.
4 Jan FL st
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
Friendship Fire Company.

Extract from an act of the corporation OF
Alexandra, for the extingulshmeat oil
Fires: -,
Section Z. II any person who shall De
present al any FIRE, shall neglect or refuse
10 obey the order OF direction OF any ON
Ger who shall be appointed by any ire
company now established or which may
be hereafter established, knowing him to
he an officer, such person shall forfeit and
nav the SUN of FIVE dollars; provided the
name of such officer shall have been hrst
published IN one of the public papers,
ATa meeting If the Friendship Fire
n Company held at the Town Hall,
January l4th, I822-The following OH
GERS were duly elected for the ensuing
year, viz
Charles M'Kright, Ist.
James Carson ps. I'd d. Commanders
{ James Gait, Subord;nate
James Douglass, Dsrsc,o~.
Matthew Robinson, } '
Rob't Brockett, Jun.
Thomas l.. Martin, : Regulators.
William Gregory, }
S. B, Larmour.
John Longden,
Thomas Mount; r
David Marll, 4T"''es''
ThomasShields.
Extract from the minutes.
Test, MATTHEW ROBINSON,
Secretary.
g-The KEYS of the Engine House
kept by Charles Pascoe, Thomas Shields,
and William Green.
ian g 81
Alexandria gazette & daily advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [Va.]) 1817-1822, 1822-01-25
Congressional Proceedings
From the National intslligeacer.
Tuesday, January %.
IN SENATE.

Mr. Ruggles, from the committee of
Claims, made an unfavorable report on
the petition of Re becca Hodgson; which
was read.