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American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07
TURNPIKE ROAD STOCK.

VTILL be sold Saturday the 18th inst. 10 o'clock
w in the morning, at VOLTS Hotel in the Borough OF
Wilmington five shares Of stock in the Kenneth Turnpike
Road. DOWNEY & ROBINETT,
Sept. g. 76-4t .4uct'rS.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

During violent of wind rain and thunder, Friday
9th ut roof Of the house 9TH street. city of Washing
ton occupied by Mr. DRASE, grocery store, fell in, and
broke through the first floor bung number of persons
the ruins Mr. Drane and another taken out dead
Several others were seriously injured.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

1t is rumored, says the Boston Gazette, in our
circles that the Minister of his Christian Majesty
has received orders not to extend any civy to
Gen. Lafayette, now in this country: it is also
stated, that the French and English Consus, in
Boston, have not paid their respects to the General.
The latter part of the story, we believe to be true !;
we have the honor Of knowing these public func-
tionaries, and have high respect Tor both gentle
men, Tor their intelligence, urhanity and courtesy,
and fully believe that political, and not personal
reasons, influence their conduct.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07
no THE LADIES OF WfLMLvGTo.M

Correspondent requests " that the Ladies of our
Borough will initiate the example of the Boston Fair who
when General Lafayette entered their City, laid aside their
hats and astefuy decorated their heads with wreah and
other ornaments"
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

The Land Of steady habis."-Cen. Lafay-
cite entered New London, Conn. the Sabbath
morning, and such was the enthusiasm felt on his
entrance. that the Sunday decorum oithe good
people of Connecticut, ior once disturbed.
The General was escorted TO the residence of
Judge Perkins, who opened his mansion for hisI
reception, where he was hailed by the acclamalionsI
of the citizens. and salute of "a guns from Fort
fTrumbull. The citizens, who desired it, We're in
Produced to the General after which, he repaired
Ito the Presbyterian Church. On his entering, j
(which was after service had commenced, the con-
Agrega:ion spontaneously rose, except worthy
Adeacop, who, determined that no worldly vanities
should interfere with his deyoons, kept his seat
with infiexible gravity.
The General also attended part of the service
Hat the Episcopal Church. After service he called
ION Madam Huntington, the widow of General
Huntington, and Mrs. Perry, the mother of the
Iamented commodore Perry. He then returned
ITO his quarters and received the salutaons of the
ladies and gentlemen who called upon him. After
dinner at O'Clock, he proceeded on his Journey
Throughout Connecticut he has been greeted in
the warmest and most affeconate manner.
H. L. american.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

Counterfeit One Dollar notes on the Farmers Bank Of
Delaware are in circulation. The engraving badly
cuted.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

The principal editor of The New York American
asserts, as an eye witness, that Lieutenant Governor
Root, of New York, was manifes,y drunk in the
chair of the Senate at Albany, when he addressed
that body on the most interesting occasion In the
the same exemplary parsonage who proposed in
Congress to consgn the widow of General Ham.
ton TO the Poor House. Nat. GGSette.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

Mr.. NJ. M. Noah has relinquished the editorial
department of the New York National Advocate,
and has announced his intention of issuing propo
sails, 10 few days, for the publication OF new dali
ly paper.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

We regret to see that in New Haven the popu,
lace took off the horses and dragged General La
fayeue in his carriage. This is not the Offering it
becomes free People to bestow upon friend OF
Liberty. 1t is i'll suited to the character Of Repub-
licans, and only fit for the slaves of some military
despot, who are willing both 6guratively and literal
ly, to the yoke. For the honor Of The Nation
and, more than all, for the respect due Lafayette,
we trust it will again in the progress Of
such man through nation of ireemen.
R. L. 9merican
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

Lafayette.--In the course OF the entertainment
given by the members of the Phi Beta Kappa So
ciety at Cambridge, Mass. at which Gen. Lafay
rite present, Judge Story, the President Of the
day. said that instead of toast, he would read an
article of intelligence with which he had been fur
nished, viz.
ARRIVED the good ship Cadmus, fully freighled
with Joy and gladness to 100000 consignees.''
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07
1merlrat, IDatrDman.
WILMINGTON. Z SEPTEMBER, 1874.

Frown Indignantly upon dawnng attempt ALLEVIATE
lie portion of the Union from another.' WASHINGTON
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-09-07

AS LAFAYETTE passed the house Of the late JonN
HANCOCK, in Boston, the Mayor said to him :" there
sits the widow of your departed friend" He imme-
datey caught her eye, and in the most enthusiastic
manner pressed his hand upon his heart. She burst
into tears, and exclaimed, 9 have now lived long
enough"
The Bridgeport MASS } Courier observes that
La fayeite in the course OF conversation on the
subject Of the early interest which he took in the
establishment of counry's liberty, stated, that
his enthusiasm in the cause, was first excited by a
communication made by the Duke Of Gloucester,
then in exile on account of his marriage, TO Sc
lect company, on the subject OF Americas strug-
gle fir independence. This account SO very much
interested him that he left Metz for Paris. where
he became acquainted with Silas Dean, Esq the
first Agent to France, from the American Congress;
at this time DR.. Franklin arrived at Paris. and after
obtaining the best information concerning The state
of this country, his ardent love Of liberty determin'
ed him to embark his lie and fortune in the cause
Iof American freedom.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
FOR SALE.
A Valuable Plantation

Situated in Mill Creek Hundred, New Castle County,
Delaware, six miles West Of the Borough of Wilmington.
The Branch Turnpike road to the Gap, passes nearly
through the CENTRE leaving 20 the North side
thereof and 100 on the South together with all the
improvements this latter part consisting OF two story
stone house, ceared and garretted throughout built OF
the best materials, well pastered, So IT, in length, and
% it. in breadth pump of never failing water at the
door, and half under rich garden, with elegant
Virginia thorn hedge, and palng around spring. spring
house and run at bottom. There the premises
log barn. and threshng floor, stone stable SO t. long
and % # wide with stalls for five horses entry sabng Tor
cows with trough sc. granares and loft for 20 tons OF
hay and two large sheds There is large swamp, and
bank meadow with failing water courses 70 acres
Of woodland on the SOUTH and 10 of chesnu &c on
the north division The south side has been many years
under good cultivation, lined and Plasered yielding from
Is IS tons of clover and timothy hay in the season
The North or South division may be sold separately te
suit purchasers Half the purchase money to be paid or
the delivery of the deed. The remainder may lie, witt
interest," on mortgage lien, for such term as may be agreed
on. Application to be made to JOHN WILCOX, Concord
Delaware Co. Pennsylvania orto the subscribing proprie
tor residing the farm, who will give an ndispasae1
itle and possession the 1s of April next Notice VII
be published in due tme previous 10 the Nendue OF house
hold furniture, stock and farming utensils
| N. B. There is the premises log church, WMct
with its lo is reserved, and shall be he for the proPe
tors use, or as he may devise. ..- .-,,,,.,,,
j pec, 90 1893 b--ef VI
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17

PUBLIC UTILITY.
cITY n.d TLcEEITT. EGTgRTT cEy1TE.ANT'


YEvHE subscribers having been for many weeks past fire.
quenty applied to for information as to what real
tate for sale in the Borough its neghborhood, the
surrounding country without being able to give the de
ed information, have opened Pubic Record Register
where all those who have houses and lots for Sale or Re
in the Borough of Wilmington, houses and farms for
Sale or Rent Shares the country, invited to
Register them and all those DESTROYS of Purchasing
Renting houses plantations requested TO call and
examine the Register. The great benefit this establish
may be those who have houses and lands to rent
dispose of and the accommodation will be to such as
want TO purchase propertymus be evident to a.
is timely thought Of and adopted, and is probably the first
evidence Of the benefit to be expected from the coate
plated Canal the application for information about pro-
perty i'll Delaware, would otherwise it presumed be
frequent The expense Of describing and registering
in neat ample all real estate whether houses
ands will be but trg, say so cents for each property
for sale or rent and for examining the Register which
promises to contain much valuable Information, only L.
i cents.
Every attention will be paid to the purchase and sale OF
real esateand Deeds, Bonds Mortgages, and every me-
cessary written document will be executed with accuracy
and despatch, ~ professional gentleman well quail
flied to inspect title deeds and examine the records OF the
courts is engaged-and the subscribers believe the esah
lshment will be useful one is at least under that i'm
preston offered for public encouragement.
i HOPE s, Co.
II Dec, 16 1898 2 No. 90 Market st.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
TO THE DEMOCRaTIC ELECTOR
New Castle County,

FELLOW CITIZENS.-As the time is approaching
when you will be called on to select person to the Of
flee CORONER of this county, lbeg leave to offer my
self as candidate for that office pedgng myself how
ever to abide the decision of the Red Lion meeting, and to
rive nv utmost support to the candidate who may be no
minated thereby Should be found worthy of your stlf-
age SHALL in return for your kindness, endeavor to dis
charge the duties ofthe office in such will give
general satisfaction DAVID ARMSTRONG.
Christlana Bridge, Feb. S, 1924 lott
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
TO THE PUBLIC.
Ell. Durkee's Patent Truss.

YfvfIIS instrument is to he with while per-
Il son pufsues his ordinary business and during the
precarous positions Of the body necessary for exercise 3
labor keeps uniform pressure on the part Affected
Experience in great number of in the Northern
States and the Canadas has proved it superior any in
strumen of the kind id The common Truss be-
ing connected with firm ssxap or belt surrounding the
body Restraints motion to such degree to prevent
ercise and labor That inconvenience is obvated in the
consructon of this Truss, by spiral spring, which con-
tracts and dlaes the motion of the body requires IL
lis not ableto be mspaced and any pressure the patient
lmay require on the part affected.
The Truss will be kept constantly on hand, at
THATCHER 4. THODuPS0A"S,
DRUGGISTS,
AT the corner Of Market s. Second ST Philadelphia.
The Truss has been trial at the Aims House, under
the direction Of the attending Surgeon.
Gentlemen of the Faculty respectfully invited TO
anime the instrument.
| Jan. 90, 1894. 11-6m
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
A STORE FOR RENT.
Dec. 90, 1928,

yUNo be rented and possession given the 25th day o.
i March next, the room, together with the celial
under it, situate the of Front and Harmony streets
lin the town of New Castle, formerly occupied as ro
Gerry Store by the Messrs. MCuloughs 1t IS one Oh Inc
BEST STANDS FOR a STORE
in the town. For terms, apply to the subscr6 De
New Castle, Jan. %. Kim
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
SHERIFF'S SALES.
BY DAVID c. WILSON. Snrr1rr

BY DAVID C. WILSON, SHErIFr.
RY virtue of writ of Ais Lev. Facas to me directed
40 will be exposed to public SALE at the house Of Ell
Lamborn, Wilmington, in Christana Hundred, Satur
day the 2ls inst at O'Clock, p NJ All that certain plan
taon tract Of land situate lying and being the Hun
dred of White Clay Creek, and County Of New Castle
bounded by lands Of William Simpson, Alexander Ruther
ford Allen Steele and Others containing two hundred
ten of land, be the less formerly thu
property Of William Clark and Samuel P. Moore: togethe
with all and singular the improvements and appurenance
thereunto belonging. Seized and taken in execution
the property of Francis O'Daniel.
New Castle, Feb. z. 17-4t
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
70 THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICAN,
ELECTORS OF
New Castle County.

FELLOW CITIZENS.-As the time will soon arrive
when YOU will be called on to select suitable person &c
MI The Office of SHERIFF for the ensuing term there
ore beg leave offer mysefas candidate for that office
nd without presumlng have any claim your ssttrages
@csympahy in my favor risk the event merely on my
&sn merit, (Which alone entte me TO public cont
Hence pedgng myself at the time to abide the de
on Of the Red Lion Meetng and to give my undivided
rtunate as to be elected, fatter myself that with dl
application shall be able to give general satisfaction
Stae performance of the duties of the Office
WILLIAM HERDMAN.
January 16, 1924. 1o-tf
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
NOTICE.

ID Y virtue of law passed BY the Legislature of the
I'D State of Delaware, on the 9th day OF February
1925 / have had the Tract parcel of land therein
described, surveyed and plot Of the same made and
returned into the Recorders office at New Castle, ia
and for Castle County. for the information of all per-
SONS who may be concerned DANIEL MELVIN.
Appointments Hundred, Nov. 49, 1928. 93-3mp
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
TAN YARD
For Sale or to Rent.

A TAN YARD on the West side of SchuykT near the
"A Permanent Bridge on High Street. with necessary
buildings and containing about eighty Watts OF every des-
cription.
ALSo,-A Three soried Brick house, with stable and
Carriage House, the Of the lot near the Tan Yard
They will be sold rented together, or separately
JOHN COOKE.
Oct g 1909 82-tf
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
STEERS OPODELDOC.

BY the groce, dozen single bottle.
SARATOGA WATER, from the Congress Spring by
the dozen single bottle valuable remedy for bilious
affections.
SWAINfs PANACEA, wholesale and retail.
Very superior PEARL SAGO with all the Medical
and Chemical preparations general use and of the rse
quality for sale by JOSEPH BRlNGHURST,
Druggist, No. IS, Market Street
1st mo. 90. 14-9tp.
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17

ID virtue of writ of vend. exponas TO directed,
I'D will be exposed to public sale, at the house Of Eli
Lamborn Wilmington in Christana Hundred, Saturday
the Dist inst O'Clock, p M The following described
house and lot of land situate, lying and being in the Hun
dred of Christiana and Borough of Wilmington fronting
bounded by lands of John Harrss. James Brobson and
Others with story brick house and kitchen thereon
erected, and containing fourth of less
Seized and taken in execution as the property of Joseph
JONES' decd.
New Castle, Feb. z. 17--4t
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
WILMINGTON, TUESDAY, II FEBRUARY 1924
MONEY !

LSIFTEEN HUNDRED DOLLARS wanted, for which
satisfactory security will be given. Inquire the
office of the Waterman.
Feb. 10. 1924. i7-tf
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
REMOVAL.
THE subscriber has removed his Store to
No. ~, Market Street,

Zone door below his former STANDBY His stock being con-
sderalSy enlarged, comprises general assortment Of
Hardware Cutlery, Paints Oil, Window Glass, Plated
Coach and Gig Mounting saddlery, Looking Glasses,
Waters, Carpenters Planes and other Tools.
Also,-Clover, Timothy Herd and Orchard Grass seed
JOSEPH GRUB.
Iy;ln;noton roth mo O. 1929 82-tf
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
10 TIE DEMOCRATIC ELECTORS OF
New Castle County.

& FELLOW CITIZENS-As the season is approaching
hen your attention will be directed to the duty of select
M nerson to fill the office of SHERIFF of this county,
Aate 1t is probably unnecessary remind you that at
se last nomination for this office, favored with the
surages Of respectable portion Of my fellow citizens for
Aho,e support l now return my grateful acknowledge
ents On the present occasion, shall NOT entertain you
l professions which are rarely the test Of merit the
edse Of good conduct but shall content myself with as
sng you Of my cheerful submission to any mode of nom-
,on that may be adopted at the county meeting at the
Bed Lion, and Of my determination to give my utmost sup
o to the candidate who may be selected under the au-
Shority Of that meeting. PETER u. DELANf
Wilmington, January 5, 1924. TT
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD.

CtTRAYED OR STOLEN from the subscriber living in
y Pencader Hundred New Castle County, (Deil black
HORSE Saddle and Bride the horse about fSar s.m
side near his mouth there wart, rather on the upper
law. The saddle and bride about half worn. sad
Horse was stolen srayed Thursday evening me @9
u Ten Dollars will be given to any person or persons
poia'' A'ie ~ '"N 's' DAVID PEARSON.
- 16-4t
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Com
pany--Old Stock.

NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN, that all shares Of old
~ Stock which sirtUe dollars share shall have
been paid before the first day Of 9 1924 will be.
exposed TO public auction, or forfeited according the
charter. II. ID. GtLPIN, Treasurer.
Canal Office. Dec. o. 1923. 5-3m
American watchman and Delaware advertiser. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1822-1828, 1824-02-17
BEER, PORTER, ALE.
ISRAEL I'D. JONES

ID RESPECTFULLY informs his customers and others,
IL that he now has and will constantly keep supply of
good BEER PORTER and ALE, and will be thankful for
their custom.
Wilmington 10th mo. 9, 1923. 86-tf
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1824-01-10
Dying and Securing,
EST A Bills HI M f. n T,

On Prince.street. opposite M. Killers Store.
TOSEPH WILLIAMS, Silk. Cotton, &
u Wooden Dyer, has lately commenced
the above business in the town Of Alexan.
andria He dyes canton grapes, silk dress.
es; and ladies' dresses Of all kinds, dyed
and finished in The neatest manner, 10 any
shade or pattern. Gentle,nen's wearing
apparel. secured and finished in IL. neatest
manner. Ladies' aud gen,lemen's Leg.
born and Straw Hats. Shoes, &c. dyed
and finished in the neatest manner
Those who please to favor BIN With their
custom. will do we'll bv calling. as bis pri.
ces are made to sdit the times, for Cash.
N B. Watch Cases, and Fancy Articles,
guilt on silver, copper or brass. in tn
most app,ovedsmannef, and on the mo
reasonable terms. QelS
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1824-01-10
Houses and Lots on sent,
In Esi,fax Court. Hoxses Ha.l

OFFER al this place, on cent tor one
lor more years, the brick stors house, lot,
&C. now 10 the occupation OF Mr. Thomp,
SON Simpson; the store-houAe is in the
mos, nublic and best situation, and has
been occupied ~ Mr.. SinPsoo Tor many
years nas, and has accommodated him,
not only for a store, but that Df family:
Any person waning such a situation, WI!
6rst call and view the premises, The rent
shall be agreeable to The t'nes. ALSO,
one or two small houses wan enclosed
lots; suitable for tradesnien, sne Pron'f'
able situation Tor soldier. beos and shoe
maker, halter, and Tailor. Also, several
half acre lots, on ground rent; The store
house ed Of next month: The other proper
" may be bad immediately Apply 70
dec 20 RICHARD RATCLiFFE.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1824-01-10
LOOK HERE

NHOS. H. DONALDSON respectfully
i informs bis friends and the public, tha
he has removed his shop opposlteto Mr..
Brunets confectionery store, where he
intends carrying on the
SADDLE and HARNESS MAKING
BUSINESS,
Lall its various branches. He has on
haId and for sale
Saddles. Brides and Harness,
which he will selllower, and offs better
quality, than can be purchased at any
other establishment in the District.
6tOrders from the country for any
artiei 10 in the above line, shall be pune.
teaily attended to. jolly 10
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1824-01-10
Dry Goods.
TINE subscribers have received per the
l. Pioneer, from Liverpool. Friends
from Greenock, 4 Meridian, from Bremen,
100 PACKAGES OF
Sedsonable Goods,

g.. consisting OF
bales rose, point and striped blankets
8 do Schol6eld's Asnneis and bookings
do Rho less bombazetts
do Flushings
6 do superfine snd second cloths
8 do kerseys and plains
2 do casimeres and ve.tings
2 do pelisse cloths Every supsriorl
6 cases lriah linens, sbIrtihgs u sheelIngs
10 do calico prints
do cbintz do :.
6 cases Manchester T. Scotch ginghams
do do dimities
6 do steam loon sbir,ings
b 10 wooden and cotton hosiery
l do gloves (assorted)
a do null and book mu'lins
E do iackonet and cambria muslins
e do cambria and glnghsm robe-
E do Madras y cotton bandsna hdkts.
do inseftings and trimmings
] do worsted scaris aud shagIs
8 bales Sculch Osnaburss + sbee,ings
e do German do :,
10 do ou4laps, &c. - -
The above goods havipg been purchs'
see With Cash by one Of 4 b bm, will be
sold oy the package or Pisce. as low IS IN.
any other market. =
seq. Ii A. c. CAZEN0vE 4 co.
Alexandria gazette & advertiser. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1822-1824, 1824-01-10
AUCI IONS.
Trustees Sale.

nN Tuesdsy, the Goth day Of Jsnuary
~ next, will be exposed for sale At pub.
lie auction, for cash, before the door Of the
Tavern Of John Bronaugb. al Fairfax CONT
house, that tract OF land conveyed 10 the
subscriber in trust, Tor the benefit OF The
executor Of Dr.. George Grahsm,by Charles
Hopkins, since deceased, BY deed bearl4k
date the 29th OF March. 1891. and record
ed IN the county court Of Prince " ilI,sIh.
This land is. situate in the county Of
oeeoqusn Mill, and !. :, present in The
occupation Of thu widow OF {. Hopkins.
The title'is believed 10 BE- perfectly good;
those tesIrous to buy are requesied 10 ex>
anime the premises. The sale, will be loF
the sum In the deed specified, with inter-
est and expenses OF sale.
RICHARD H. EMERSON.
dec Is tJsO Trustee.