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Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
Died,

At the Nsva! Hospital in Gosport, on
Saturday morning about 4 O'Clock, Mr..
Edv,n B. We1vtoa. MidShipman OF the u.
IS. Navy, and recently attached to the U.
S. Ship Hornet He was native OF this
town.
On Friday the 23d instant; at Fauquier
Springs, in the bloom and beauty Of life,
Mrs. Mary Wolfe consolt OF DR.. Thoma s
Wolfe, and daughter of the late Mr.
Thomas Patren, of this town. In the
death of this ine:ti,rable woman society
is bereft of one of its brightest ornaments.
Few women have died more regretted
and none, perhaps, whilst living, were
more respected.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05

phenolnens. The city exhibits THE. ron.
deriul spectacle. The natives ,ase the
roots Of marsh plants. bushes and other
light materials, and form sort Of lattice
work, by twisting them firmly together.
Having finished this platform, they spread
upon the surface tine mud which they
draw from the bottom OF the lake; they
are commonly made in guadrangnlar
shape, eight rods long and three wide, Ell
eyaled to the height OF foot from the
surface of the water. On these they cul-
tiyate every species of fower and garden
herbs. Every day Of the year, al sunrise,
innumera5Ie boats are seen, loaded with
the productions OF these floating gardens,
arriving at Glextco. In the largest are
found small trees, and cabins of light
workmanship tor the owner. When be
wishes to change his neghborhood, the
owner and his friends take their boats.
and tow away the real estate to any part
Of the lake he thinks proper. These gar
dens are places OF delightful recreation--
moving masses of bloom and beauty, and
song and fragrance.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
FALL GOODS.
G. & I. p. THOMPSON

u . 4. NOUtpSOH
uAf Z received per ships Boston and
lEFair Trader, from Liverpool,
Imperial Saxony cloths and Cassimeres
Fine and super6ne Yorkshire cloths
do do double milled drabs
Peisse cloths OF most fashionable coIors
Fancy ribbed, figured and printed valen.
tia vesting
Fine and super swansdown do
Superfne kersey moleskin
Ga stout twilIed fearnoughts
Devonshire kerseys
Booking and draperv baizes
White, red, yellow and green Hannels
Milled hannels
A fine and super6ne kidderminster car:
PetiDg
5-S S-4&4-4 do venetian do
Imperial wilton and common hearth rugs
4 81 point blankets
ga to le-4 rose do
Figured and plain black and coIored bonn
bazettsss
Double tartan plaids and plaid bonbazetts
Circass Pssids
Mems. womens, gffls and childrens worst
Fancy y Ased prints
9.8 & ga Cambria muslins
Power loom shir!ings
Hollis patent white 4, colored cotton balls
Buttons, pins, &c &c.
On hand, - -
Irish Linens,
And Sheetings, table diapers; brown hoi-
lands, jac6net and fancy muslins, Italian
sewing silks, company flag hkts. thread,
&c. DC. aug 81
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
Charles CITY Orphans Court.

August Term, 1922.
ON application ordered by the Court
~ that Townley Roby, Administrator
Of Alexander C. Hardin, late OF Charles
County, decd, give the Notice required
by law, for creditors to exhibit their claims
by advertising in the alexandria Gazette
tor three successive weeks.
Test. HUM. BARNES, Reg. Wills.
Test! ''s H fSs{' BARNES, Reg. Wills.
EHlS is TO give notice, that the subscFii.
l. Der of Charles County, in the state Of
Maryland, has obtained from the Orphans
Court OF SAID county, letters of admins
tration on the personal estate Of Alexan-
der G. Hardin, I've of the county aforesaid
decd. All persons having claims against
the said decedent, are hereby warned 20
exhibit the same, with the vouchers there
of, to The subscriber, passed by the Or
phans' Court, on or before the 2Sth day Of
February next, or they may by law be ex
cluded from all benefit 10 said estate and
those indebted thereto are required u
make immediate payment.
Given under my hand this 28th day Of
August. 1899.
TOWNLEY ROBY,
administrator of
ALEXANDER C.. HARDIN.
deceased.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
INBRED,

On Wednesday the 28th inst. at Clear
Brook, the seat Of John Jollitfe, ESQ. Lit.
William S. Newton, OF the u States Ar
my 10 Mss MARY, eldest daughter of Mr..
Robert McCandless, OF Walnut Grove,
Frederick county.
AT Prospect-f on Thursday, 29th
ultimo, by the Rev, NJ Pressman, James
Foster, Esq to Miss Elisabeth. eldest
daughter Of Capt. :1anry Fairlax all OF
Prince William county, Va.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
Hugh Smith & Co.

HAVE received per ships Boston and
IL Arelhusa, their fall impo ration.
which gives them an extensive assortment of
Earthen-1Uare China e Glass.
which they offer at reasonable prices and
on their usual terms. Also stone ware
well assorted, pipes i'm boxes, and window
glass by 10 and 10 by l2.
sep5 2aw4w
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
For Boston.

{ To sail I'm ALL this ueek)
az The brig ALMlRA, VIM. Robin.
49,. son, master, bUrthen 1900 5bls. a
staunch good vessel, will take what freight
may offer, and have immediate dispatch.
For freight or passage, apply to
J. II. LADD g. Co.
Who hare for sale,
Received per scbr Cent,
100 u. n.
~ bundles sugar loaf paper
~ bags ilbetts
aug 60
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05

A. T.. GAZE MOVE eco.
III AVE received be the ship Boston, from
IL Liverpool, an excellent assortment Of
BRITISH GOODS.
which are Tor sale on the most reasonable
terms-with large stock of
american, India, and Euro
peaii Dry Goods,
BY THE PACKAGE OR PIECE. ALSO,
Madeira. Port and Sherry Wine
Holland and American gin
Jamaica and n. E.. Rum
Whiskey, some very old
Havana and ST. Crox sugar
lst and I'd quality loaf do
Bordeaux Oh, Dupont's gunpowdsr
Cut nails and brads, 3 to 43d
Swedes iron. hoop do. all sizes
Baltimore window glass
Spermaceti and mould candles
American and Windsor soap
Hyson young hyson and gunpomder tea
Prime Alabama cotton
Dem1ohns of cordial
Manufactured tobacco
Spanish segars, &c. &c.
aug 81 If
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
For Freight,

.Akk, THE substantial schr. Echo, capt
i&aG Hitler, Carries about 800 barrels;
now ready tor the receptian OF cargo. A
freight TO the West Indies would be pre-.
ferred Apply 10 JOHN FURLONG.
sep 5 st
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
SALES BY a UCTION.
sT TUESDAY NEXT-a

ON TUESDAY AT TEN O'CLOCK,
N2lLL be sold at the Au.tion Stoors
~ variety of goods among
Sugar, Whiskey
Vinegar, Cordial
Madeira Wine in bottles
Port do. in cask
Port do. and Claret in bottles
Soap, Chocolate
q Mustard, Raisins
Beds, Bedsteads
Sofas, Bureaus, Sideboards; Chairs
Open lots of Queens Ware
2 Check Handkerchiefs
Cloths, Casimeres, White Linen
Brown do. Cotton Balls, thread
yestings, Shoes, Looking Glasses
Diaper, Cotton Cassimeres, &c.
A Cases, 10000 sss'd Needles, from
No. | to 10.
q Bales N o. Cotton,
WiN be added,
4 casks OF Rice.
S. A. MARSTELLER, aac. 4
E eSEs ~ Fl ..
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
tO,' Boston.

sM\ The packet schr CENT, captain
80 SGs Burgess, will sail on Sunday next,
and take freight or passengers on moder-
ate terms, Apply to the master On board
at Central wharf or 10
WM. FOYLE + Co.
aug 81
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
For A amsterdam.

For Amsterdam.
x&nAA THE new coppered brig NED
YsssXFORD, Jacob Covingion. master I;
will sail by the 10th of September, and
take some small freight or passengers. APP
ply to. VIM. FOWLE & Co
VINO haze for sale, laadiag from said brig
5000 lbs St. Domingo Coffee
Is Hbds muscovado sugar
5 Boxes of superior quality
% half do. HAVANA sEGARs.
10 Pipes Holland gin
100 Tons Plaster PARIS.
aug % tt
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
Sale of Land for Cash.

y.
ON the Sd Monday in September next,
" at the front door of the Court House
OF Fairfax county at l2 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, cor, eyed
to the undersigned by Charles Hopkins.
by deed Of trust, bearing date The a9lh
of March, 1891. Tor the benefit OF John
6 Heslop executor Of Dir. George Ora.
ham. deceased. The sums TO be raised.
are specified in the deed OF trust, of re-
cord in the county court OF Prince Will.
am, to which tue expenses are 10 be add
ed The description OF the land will be
found in the deed, also OF record in the
Prince William Office, 0ade BY said Her
lop to said Hopkins.
RICH'D H. HENDERSON.
Leesburg, Aug. Trustee.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
From tie Baltimore 1iorning Chronicle.

FLOATING AGRICULTURE.
Delos. the birthplace ot Apollo, was
stated to have been floating island.
Mexico, country with which we shall be
bett, acquainted, presents Us With such
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05
Situation Wanted.

& FRENCH COOK wishes employ
n ment in some respectable Tavern; he
is competent in bis business and can pro-
duce the best recommendations, He
would have no objection to go to any part
of the United States. Apply 10 the rRlN
TER sept5 st
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05

Cheese, Cheese. Cheese!
ENOR sale on board the sioop Oliver
u Wolcoit, 5000 lbs FIRST quality cheese
Apply 70 The master on board at Cham
.berlain's wharf.
SEM *4t
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05

From report lately made of the popu-
lation, extent, industry, &c. OF the nus
sian empire, il appears that % govern
ments OF Europe comprehend 29S, 800 geo
graphical square miles, and contain 4o,-
OCT 600 inhabitants. I ere are 3724
manufactures in the empire, The capital
employed in commerce. as stated by mer-
chants, amounts to 3l9, 660,O0 rouhies::
The revenue arising FROM the poll tax, and
that upon drink, is stated al l69. $50 .00O
roubes.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-09-05

sep 5
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20
NOTICE.

The amount of seven and six per cent stocks auhoriz~
ed to be subscribed by the first section of the passed
the 10th April 1892, entitled can authorize the
Secretary of the Treasury 10 exchange stock bearing
interest of five per cent? for certain stocks beag in
scbed the propeeor of six per cent stocks of 1912.
813 1914 and 1885, and of per cent stock of 1885,
who wish TO avail themselves of the provisions of the
have been opened the Treasury for receiving subscrp-
tons pursuant thereto, and Will continue open until the
first of October next
The subscriptions may be made by the propretors of
the stocks specified either person, by their Attorneys,
duly authorized to make the subscriptions and transfer the
stocks to the United States the certificates of which
be surrendered at the Treasury the time of making the
subscriptions. .4tg7wt 12M 1922 64-l3t
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20
For the american Watclman.

DOGSi!

Mr. EnrronBy Act of Assembly passed at Dover or
Che Cd of February, 1890 is made lawful for any person
kill any dog slut running large in New Castle County, be-
yond the owners premises without collar having the initial Of
the christian and whole of the of the thereof
icgiby inscribed thereon.
BY DRUMMING LARGE" understand dog found wander
ing off his owners premises and not in his company
member of his family
The great number of useless dogs which rambc about
Streets constitutes of the greatest nuisances that nest the
Borough They annoy the sick by constant barking, and
this especially endanger the lives of the inhabitants by
that horrible of all maadie the hydrophoba The fire.
quen of this disease in the country and the dreadful
consequences resulting from it, should Of the necessity
of preventing appearance here Would not be advisable
for the Borough Council direct the Consabes execute the
above law and give them compensation induce them
toperform the duty. c.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20

ton devouliy 10 be deprecsated' is there no caus:
think you to fear the consequences 2A-I.et every
man who is aiding Theological Summaries and
Missionary Societies reflect that he is not only as
sstlng in the minaton of pure vital goodness,
but that by every dollar he gives for these purposes
he is so far Strengthening and augmenting system,
which, If not timely checked BY an enlig htened po-
pulace muslin the end certainly involve his Country
in the letters of religious hierarchy.
fl Lorer Of Religion.
q } See Thoughts on Missions by John Tay.
lor, of Kentucky-a work which should be read by
every man in the u. S. These men, Mills and
Schermerhorn, were sent by the Presbyterian Board
Of Missions extensive Missionary tour, with
view of establishing Missionary and Bible Societies,
collecting money, and obtaining such information
as might be important TO their object On their
way Taylorsrelates they called at his house
They gave meg says he, "a full history Of the ordi
nation and mission of Messrs. Judson and Rice and
the mighty effect it had on the people of " Eng
land particularly this good effect. that many poor
Ministers could scarcely get their bread before but
by stirring up the people in the mission cause and
getting them in the habit Of giving their money, it
was now cheerfuily communicated by thousands, so
that Ministers who stad at home richly
supplied He sales they very sociable, asked
him how he had got through the world. What
amount OF supplies he had Received from The peo-
PiC iOt picdCHuiS cC WniCh tHcJ epnsiucfCu very
puny indeed And finding from the minutes Of
the different associations which he showed them,
that the Bapsts in Ken were great people,
= hey became says he quite impatient with my
incidence, assuring me il would only stir up the
people to missions and Bible Society matters,
should fnd great change in money affairs in favour
of the Preachers urging by questions like thiss
Do you not know when the springsare once opened
they will always run? Only, Sold they, get the
people in the habit of giving their money tor any
religious and they will continue to appropriate
for all sacred purposes
(S) 'The names of those who shall establish proc
fessorships. scholarships, feowships. agreeable
to the foregoing articles and the names ofthe con-
tributors to the society, with the amount ol their
respective donations and contributions shall be
enr lied in its honorary register as its founders and
patrons See Bylaws OF the Prot. Eps. Theols
Education Society, New York. If any individual
shall give or bequeah to the Seminary the sum of
100000 the interest Of such donation or Bequest
shall be devoted to the support OF professor, and
The professorship shall .forerer be called by the
name of the donor or tesator' SC. $4,000 consti-
tuies fellowship to be called by the name of the
donor; and $4,000 q scholarship to be denomnated
in like manner
(5) See Bishop Brownell's Address, and two ar
ticles signed "A Layman.'
(3) Ibid published in the Am. Daily Advertiser,
last winter.
(4) See Thomson's letters.
(5) See N American Review No. xxxiii p. $50
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20
FIVE DOLLARS REWARD.

Ran away from the subscriber indened girl named
Mary Ann Mathews who had three years and four months
TO serve All persons warned habor said girl,
they will be dealt with according to Law The above
reward and reasonable charges will be paid fshe brought
home. PATRICK HIGGINS.
Wilmington, 18th AueTlst, 1922 64-4t
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20
ABSCONDED

On the night Of the 18th instant indented apprentice
named Ann M'Clung, fifteen years old She was bornn
the Hundred of APPOINTMENTS, where she has three sis
living 1t believed that she has beeninduced abb
scond by the advice of evil disposed person per-
sons. Her dress be well described, she took
with her variety of good clothes. The person per-
who will give information, will bring her home,
shall be Rewarded All persons forbid harborng OF
conceaing her. JOHN CROW.
New Castle, August 18th, 1922. Gift
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20
DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICAN MEETING


At meeting of the Conferees Of the Democratic
Republicans, held at Dover on Tuesday the 18th
day of August 1922, for the purpose Of selecting a
suitable candidate for the office of Governor, and
also suitable candidates to represent this State in the
Congress of the United States there were present
from Newcastle county,-Samuel b. DAVIS, John
Warner, Andrew Gray, John Crow, Henry White
ley, Levi Boulder, Philip Reybold, John Merritt
and Arnold Naudain From Kent county-Isaac
Davis, Presley Spruence, Jr. Elias Naudain, An
drew Galley, John Adams. Robert Young. Willard
Hall, Thomas Peterkin, William M. Satterfield s.,
John Brinckoe From Sussex county-John ID.
Smith, John Smith, Thomas O'Neal, William Hill
Wells, Joseph Smith, John Tenant, John Houston
and William d NAPLES.
Isaac Davis was appointed Chairman, and Arnold
Naudain, Secretary.
Resolved, That JOSEPH HASLETT be- re-
commended to the citizens of this State as candi-
date for the Office Of GOVERNOR at the next Gene
raj Election.
Resolved, That ARNOLD NAUDAIN be re-
commended ~ the citizens of this State candl
date for REPRESENTATIVE to the Congress of the
United States. for the next Congress; and that
JAMES DERRICKSON be recommended TO the
citizens of this State to supply the vacancy in the
Congress Of the United States, accustomed by the
resignation of Caesar A. Rodney, ESQ.
Resolved, That the proceedings OF this meeting
be published in the American Waterman and in
hand bills.
ISAAC DAVIS, Chairman.
ARNOLD NAUDAIN, Secretary.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20
CAUTION

All persons warned not to trust my wfc Elizabeth
Law, my account will pay debts of her conrac-
ing after this date. JAMES LAW.
Chrstana Hundred, near Wilmington,
August 19. 1922 64-4tp
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1822-08-20

The Federalists OF this state have nominated
James Booth as candidate for governor, Louis
NlaI.ane for representative in the next Congress,
and Daniel Rodney to supply the resignation of C.
A. Rodney.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-11-30

and the st.,John's and ST. Mays, and
tIayersed considerable extent OF country,
called pima barrsns. The, grass IN these
barrrens is veryiuxuriant throughout .tht
year and capable of supporting large
herds OF cattle. Indian corn in great a,
bundanee is cultivated in these barrens
with very little labor, and without manure
But the great staples of our country will De
sugar and cotton; the former has been
found to succeed beyond the most sargune
expectations, and the latter is inner thar
the best of sea island Very considerable
improvements in cultivation are making IN
the neighborhood of this place. Oranges
are found to be very profitable article,
SO that every body is now planting them
In seven years from the seed, the trees Will
bear iruit. A single acre OF good bearing
trees will yield from TO $50 dollars,
sold on the trees. They flourish 10 the
poorest soil, and only require to be shell
tered from the north east winds.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-11-30
MUTILATED BILLS,
u $. BRANCH BANK.

We learn that the branch OF the United
Htales Bank in this city, agreeably to d.
rections from the mother bank at Phlladel-
phia. refuses, to pay or receive IN paymsn!
for duties, bills that have been more than
once. cut ia lwo--or having more than two
pieces-n do theyreceiye bills that have
been only once cut unless the two parts
are correctly matched. There are some
doubts OF the legality of this course; but
whether the bank be. correct OF not, ihe
safest way for business men is not to cot
the bills. Ii Is very common practice
for persons renting money by mail, to
Gu: a bank note in two, and send the one
halt by one mail, and the remaining by
the next, for the purpose OF safety bot
in this way, they surely run t@o risks,
whereas in the other there would be but
one. 1888 t6oS01 statesman.
A case iavolving the above principle " as
brought before the Circuit Court in Phila-
delphia, more, than year ago, and Judg
Peters delivered an opinion, 10 which he
stated that Bank notes were in point OF
law but evidencesof debt. and that even
the destruction Of the whole note would
not destroy the debt, but as il weakened
the evidence, would diminish the chance
OF recovering. FR,tadetphsG Union.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1822-11-30
FROM BUENOS AYRrc

- itO'A OCENOC REC
The collector of the port of PToyia..
has received by the brig Panther lron '' 3
nos Ayres, note from the American due. nOe
at that place, enclosing the follow aselt
ter from Mr. Hogan, dated at VaIn as iel~
the 5th of August. ''pd'asO.
Sir-lt is my duty to acquant Won &.
the information of our Commerce w =" e, IW
y. ". Coast, or Sandwich lslands" h lne
on Friday, the 18th OF March I asl' aa'
captain and many hands being on CIV. We
at Loretta, IN the Gulf of Cai(orn,.' u ~.'
pairing provisions for the ChiIian br;pp er :
war Alaucano. OF Is guns, having on b Is y
Is English and North American seam mig
Mr. Henry Good being commandinS l "s'
Ger, and the only one-he and the, V W..
away with the vessel. She is Ams,;' ,Su
built, painted black, her masts rem, L, ian
close together and upright, sails uu nruy
monty fast. Capt w r. Simpson G ha
commander, brought here by the tpdqnssOO'
dencia, is Of opinion she may have raa p,,i
TO the northward, Tor the purpos. nj 81 81
bing the Presidois along the Coast Of Al
bion. or Lower California; and as there a' !,
good reason to believe their object Was -
piratical nature, it is proper that vessel.
going into those seas should be informed
of the circumstance. pray you 10 give
il publicity.
The following was translated for tbs
Providence Patriot, flom Buenos Avrs
an paper of Sept. 2i.
A letter from Montevideo states tb,,
the European Portuguese officers. Of n.
Portuguese army, invited Gen. SsIdupab
to come 10 Montevldeo; The object, 10
depose the Baron de Eaguna, and take
command OF the army and Of the pro.
vince but the letters had been intercep,.
ed by Lacor-who left the city under pre.
tence of an excursion into The country. and
went to Canelones, with a battalion Of
Pernambucans, from PerDambuCo, and A.
merican troops. from whence, al the mead
of the cavalry, uaited with these two DO.
dies, he besieged the place: that before
this he had given orders 10 The troops Of
Colonica to come to Ma!donado; and that
finally he commanded them TO stop al Ca.
noIenes; with which troops he will have
1900 men under his command-be had
also sent one frigate to blockade the port.
Prices Curreat at BuenOs .ayrsS, Sept 2i.
Superior wheat Oil; -four, from II TO
Dis per Dbl hides 5 30 to 875; calf.
skins 6 IS to 6 IS; OK hides s {; horse
hides d 6 cts. piece. Exchange or
England, so per cent advance,