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Daily Richmond Whig. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1828-1831, 1829-09-07

TT TO = I II.
BY the ship Roccan, at New York, Liverpool mn.
perst TO the 29tli July. containing London dates to the.
evening of the 27th, have been received. From the
Journal OF Commerce we make the extracts given be-
low. The latest accounts from the East Of Europe
aro rs mlow.-
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
INst HNbAisGeA.

And for sale ri the Bookstore Of A Z. KENNEDY.
LETTERS ON FEJLaLE CHARACTER,
addr ssed to Young Lady, on the Death of her Nc,
,her by Mrs. Virginia Cary, on the following subjects,
VIZ
1. Consultations of Religion; 2. Piety indispensable
to Female Excellence; g. Fcmale Piety exempIifcd III
the characters of Mother and Daughter; f. Definition
of Charity; Women defended from the charge Of III
stability, g. Danger Of Assocating with amiable Wo-
men, WHO are without Religion; z Importance OF cu|
tivatnp the Graces of Temper; 8. Exemplicatons o!
good and bad Temper; 9. Consequences Of Emula-
tom TO- False sensbiiity exemp6cd; II. Picture oF
Domestic Happiness, IL On Dress; 49, Consequences
of Self Deception exempifsd, H. On Friendships
Is. Romance and Poetry; l6 Female Attainments -
Science and Literature; IL. Methodcal ArTangemer.
of Time: IS Manners, the result of Intellectual Guilt
yation 49, Misery of Discortlant Marriages; 20. Cor
versaon considered as an Agent in Moral Improve
ment o. Prevailing Errors in Female Education; .
Domestic Management, 23. Early Religious Educa
ton; "a Submission 10 the Divine Will; Is. Esor'a.
lions to Cultivate Vital piety, as indispensable to hap
piness.
Let others fy to pleasures distant dome,
Haley
Lectures on Female Educa by Jas. ~ Garneu OF
Eimwood, Essex county Virginia, third EDITION
Evenings at Home, by Ann ictitia 'sroauio, lonnoh
Literary Souvenir for I0|S-Zs te"uo"
Amulet for 1899 -.
New Years cift, do }A"1
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
JGTlCWS
Public Sale

Ply order of the Orphans Court Of washington,
- County, District of Columbia, the sub.cr;b.r will,
otter at public sale, on Tie l4A dy of anua, " iso.
il fair not, the next fair tay, I'll the residue of tho
personal estate of John Kerby, ased at the late
residence Of said deceased, on the Potomac river.
nearly opposite Alexandria, consisting of l. sse for
the term of one fishing season. Ct. that celebrated
Fishery known by the name of the Tent Landing, the
property of the late Dennis NJ. I les with two large
cotton and hemp senes with boats and ropes built for
said fishery; two other Seines, large and small,
with ropes and boats, one lease Of House and two
acres Ut Land, situate the Potomac river, near
where the deceased lived, admirably calculated for
market gardenthis lease III be soli for the term of
nine years, good Household Furniture and Plan.
tation Utensils and horses, and variety Of other ar.
tices too numerous 10 mention. And the 10th day
of the same month. at the Reading Room, in the town
of Alexandra, will be sold,
800 Shares Of Mechanics Bank Stock
of Alexandra, on which $40 on each share has been
paid.
Terms of Sale oil sums of and under $50, cash
must be paid, on all 20 and not exceedin,
800, credit of 60 days; ON all sums over 100 and
not exceeding $500, credit Of 80 days; OH all sums
$500 credit OF four months will be given; the
purchaser or purchasers to give bond with approved
security each Case bearing interest from tie day OF
SAIL. GEORGE KERRY
dec 29-law3t Ear Of John kcrby, decd.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
Ihomas King,
MI CHA. r TAILOR,


King street, Leiirren the Franklin H. and city Hotel
IlAKES this method Of returning his sincere thanks
I to his friends and the public in general, for pas,
fvors and continues 10 solicit tie same for the future
lie has Just received fresh supply of F3LL GOODS
lie will be able to supply all orders in his line of bu
sncss at the shortest notice. and the most reasona.
bile terms for cash He has on hand all kinds OF
READY MADE CLOTllING-coats, pantaloons and
vests; crava,s s,ners and fashionable collars; rufied
and plain Shirts general assortment gentiemen's
gloves, socks anil stockings He has on hand an
sssqrtme MT of fashionable clo,hsblue black, olive,
trab and steel mixed do; also cassimeres, blue,
black and fancy co,ors, AMI good assortment OF sati:
netts; handsome assortment Of vcstrg-; toinet and
swanstlown vevets and silks; ALSO good assortment
of bang up and hunt rs cords handsome assortment
Of Tartan p.aids and blue and brown csmbets an as
sortment of Aannes Of different colors; handsome
assortment of fashionable buttons; gilt, plated and
Steel and large white pearl buttons ter gentiemen's
coats, and fashionable black buttons; good assert
ment of caicoes; ladies' mockIsons and chidrens
gloves. Also general assortment Of
LADIES' & GEN7'LEMENS clocks.
Orders will be taken. which will be made up TO any
fashion with neatness and dispatch at such prices as
will be satisfactory to those who may favor him with
their patronage.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

,he United States, carrying manly recutude
and the highest intellectual power to that EN-
ineut assembly. This gentleman ough' 10 DC
viewed with unmixed favor by all parties ne
was faithful, honorable friend OF the Admims'
,ralion, but he never prompted, uttered "o'
|countenanced insectives against Gen 'aeASo''
lad sure we are, that he never viii eoneSr ="
ANY scheme Of factious opposition-any eu''''
10 distress an administration upon groa"u,esS
|pretences or for inadequate reasons. raeo'"es .
knowledge and reputation, such as nc posses'es'
<should be cheIis by every American en'@1",
they reflect lusire on The rePao'e anu
hay largely minister to the na'Ionai veal
Parr and Macintosh. wno reprooated the pon-
$;1s Of Byrks. s,ilI continued TO designate him
Ia "one of the wisest, worihiest and nooiest ~
&trvmen,s whom the Deity, in the ordinary
course of his providence, vouchsaird 10 employ
Tor The instruction aud happiness OF mankind
In i, in this temper that men truly liberal and
kpatriotic will always speak and act, with regard
10 such of their countrymen as the Deity mas
(pif,ed. and labor and practice have improved,
SO rxcelIendy that they SEEM specially fash'
6oned 10 serve and adoin the state and times
In comparison with the general valae OF their
|public abilities and public virtue, the question
|of their past preference for This or that ,ariH,
Tor this or that candidate, dwindies TO insignih-
canoe, and will never be raised even 10y advrr-
saries If these possess comprehensive Judge
men, and generous spirit. Mr.. Madison acted
as bee anne his station and career, when he CAL
led into service the talents, weight, and pa!ri
otto zeal Of Bayard for the mos, important Of
all foreign missions, in The most critical OF all
iunctures. PhH MAJ. Gazene.
+, .he above remarks f,om the pen of SIR.
Walsh, albeit, of tate, not much given 10 agree
ing in political ideas with the learned gentle
man, we most heartily subscribe. DANIEL
WEBSTER is a man, Of whom his STATE, and
this country, have reason to be proud. He is,
en- pha,icaliy and truly, great s'atesman--a
profound iawyer-and correct, high minded,
liberal man We hesitate no, to Say, that NJ
would ably fiji any office under this govern
meu,; and we say this, because Mr. Walsh
seems, in the last sentence ofhis paragraph, 10
have a,lusion to the assertion which has been
made in Northern paper, tia, Gen. Jackson
intended 10 call Mr.. Webster 10 The Cabinet.
We see not the most distant probability Of snch
an event taking place, nor dc we know that
Mr.. Webster himself would be willing 10 be-
come one Of the next administration. Mr..
Uebs,er's talents, we may be permitted howe
vsr To remark, would be no incoDsiderable ac-
QUESTION to the General, il he is disposed, as
his friends say he is, 10 administer the govern
m,nt wisely and Literally.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
This is to give Notice,

gISHAT the subscriber OF Alexandra County IN the
District of Columbia, has obtained from the Or
phans Court of said county, Letters Tes,amena'y on
the estate of Ann NJ Paton late Of the county afore
said, deed. All persons having claims against ue
said deceden,, are hereby warned to exhibit the same
h.s,rs The 27,b day of June next. or they may by
law be excluded from all benefit to said estate, and
those Indebted thereto, are requested to make mme
,l:a,e payment Given undermy hand this zIth day OF
nao.,phsr 1903. PHiNEAS JANEEY,
IL. o1ew Executor Of Ann NJ. Patton
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
CONGRESS.

In THE SENATE, on Mouday-The chair pre-
Scented the protes, Of the State Of Georgia 10
khe Teriff Act, which after some remarks from
BMr Berrien was ordered 10 br printed.
Mr.. Chambers. from the Committee on the
District OF Columbia, made report on the me-
|morial of three ci,izrns of Alexandria, cons
kplaining of the malconduct of Adam Lynn, a
IJus,ics Of the Peace for the county Of Alexan-
|dria; entirely excul2a,ing him from the charg-
les alleged against HIM; and, on motion Of Mr..
L.. ,he Committee was discharged from the
|further. consideration Of the subject
Some debate took place on Mr.. Bentons's re
solutions, and they were finally ,eftrred 10 the
ECommiltee on Finance.
In THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Among
the pe,i ions presented were the following:
Bv Mr.. Weems--Of William Hickman, who
saws he has great use Of the pen. aid promis,
rs 10 give Congress another specimen Of It, set
hing forth the advantages attendant upon the
ERECTION, in the District OF Columbia. Of an
asylum for people iaboring under Ge,ange-
nent Of their mental faculties.
By Mr.. Gale-Of the Chesapeake aud Della
WARE Canal Company, representing that their
Canal is very near its completion, but that I'll,
company require abou, 100000 dollars addi,
HE subscription on behalf Of the U. States by
taking that sum.
By Mr.. M-rccv-Of the Chesapeake and
OHIO Canal Company, representing that the
Company will be enabled TO complete the East
ern section Of the Canal io three years instead
Of fee years, aud praying tina, the term Of he
IGhyernmvnTs subscription may he SO varied as
10 authorize the payment Of The whole OF that
Subscription within the period of three instead
OF FIVE years Also, for the assent Of Congress
10 certain alterations in the charter OF the Com
pany.
MIR. McDuffie, from the Com nittee Of WAYS
and Means, to which had been referred petit
ions from various parts Of the United STATES,
praying the imposition Of duties on certain
sales al auction, made the following report:
frhelCommit,ee Of Ways and Means, 10 whom
was referred sundry memorials from various
parts Of the UniIed States, praying the i'm
position Of TAX upon Sales Of Foreign Mer-
chandise at Auction, submit the following
REPORT:
Aware Of The deep solicilude which pervades
large portion Of the commercial community
pm the subject referred to them, the Commits
Zee have bestowed upon it all the attention
Which this consideration, as well as the intrin-
BIC importance and difficulty Of the questions
presen'ed for their decision, SO obviously de-
handed. Several merchants Of great respec-
liability and Intelligence, who were in attend
hnce, as delegates, from New York, Phi,adel-
bhia, Baltimore, aud Alexandra, appeared be-
ore the Committee, and stated the results of
heir experience and observation, as to the in
curious tendency Of selling foreign merchandise
ut auction. They all concurred in the opinion
hat the existing system Of auction sales fur
Fishes great facilities for the preparation Of
rauds upon the community, as well as upon
he public revenue.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
Trustees sale.

QY virtue Of deed of trus, from Moore Hof 70 me.
ID bearing date the 5th day of October, 1927, and
duly recorded in the Clerks Office OF lie County
Court Of Prince VILLAIN, shall, the first Monday
in February merit, being day, before tho f,oEt
door of the Court House Of the said county, expose 20
sale, by public auction, far ready moneys
49, TRACT OF LAND.
cyySSra9 conveyed 10 me by said deed, birg on the
sTVs north side of the waters of Broad Run, con-
LssAs. taining two hundred acres, more orless.--
As shall sell said land merely IS trustee under said
deed. shall convey TO the purchaser such title only
is thereby vested in me.
dec 5-ts JAMES C. BRYCE,
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
For Rent.
SplenHid turnitNrS.

CHARLES KOONES,
Cabinet and !Sofo Maker, King, neai Goor
TO the corner Of .7Ified-sireet,
LHAS on hand, and constantly manufactures u gene
4 raj assortment Of
FASHIONABLE CABINET FURNITURE,
which, for elegance and durability dcfes competition.
Ills stock, generally, consists Of
Grecian and plain sofas and lounges
Mahogany and other drawing room chairs
Grccian, winged and single uar,robes
Gothic, and various other sideboards
Pier tables with marble and mahogany tops
Pillar and block dining, card and break fast tables
Ditto claw do do do do
Plain do do do do
Centric or loo DO
Ladies' dressing tables wit. mirrors
Ditto work stands and music stools
French and other bureaus leases
Washstsnds, with marble and mahogany tops
Mahogany, bird.eye, curl maple comm beds,eads
Cribs and cradles-wh every other article in tie
cabinet line
st. Domingo mahogany in log, plank, board and
Honduras do fur hand railing tveneer
Stacking bottoms, cords copal varnish, &c.
The above articles will be disposed of on the most
reasonable terms for cash, to punctual persons.
A very liberal patronage from Washington, induces
me to say that will send furniture to any purchaser
in that City, free OF all charge.
TURNING & CARVING
handsomely executed. 3taw BIN nov ~
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

he pro, lions Of this act Be deemed or cons
s'rued TO extend TO the SALE # any goods, wares,
or merchandise, from whatever pia,e importe',
unless the same were, a. the time Of said i'm
Portslion, chargeable with the duties under the
laws OF the United States, nor shall the provi-
sions Of the 6rst section Of this act br deemed
or construed TO extend to The selling of. !, auc-
,ion Of the stock or goods of any retail mer-
chant or trader.
This bill was twice read aud committed.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

The Pacha Of Egypt having las, year offered
reward Of " piasires per measure for he
eggs Of grasshoppeIs, to prevent the ravages T
those insects, il is stated that in O'toper last,
40 gAravas Of 70 measures each had been sent
10 Acres, worth $4,000 piasers or e4O Ooo..
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

A shopkeeper in New York, ad,ertises for
sale "rlegan' bridal veiIs"-and hopes the la
dies ill honor him with ihfir custom. We
dare say the ladies hope so, too
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
Bank of Alexandria,

December !9fh. 1928.
VJEIE Stockholders in this institution creb, no.
tiled ,hs, the n al election for Directors, to
serve the ensuing year. will be held at the Old Coun.
ii Chamber the third Monday Uhe.i9th of January
next The polls will open at 10 A. ~ and close al
p ". J. L. MCKENNA, Cashier
dec Cote
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

PoTAToEs The quantity of this srucle
imported from the British dominions into the
U. States during the year 1927, is stated at
2o,7e3 bushels-exports Of American potatoes,
only two bushels!
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
'stict

VENEE subscriber is now cutting up large quantity
i of Pork, Those families DESTROYS Of purchasing
the OFE.ai.. can be supplied on good terms at his
store, upper end of Kng street.
jan 10 JAS. ENGLISH
On Tuesday Next the Connecticut State Lot
ter,, No. 6 will bs Drawn a, Hartford 48 number
lottery lrawn ballots. l prize of $1,000, of
5000, of 2,044. IF 1000, of 1000, sc. Tick
els S. halves so, quarters IS
On Thursday Next Washington City Lottery,
No S, will be 'irawn in the City. 40 numbers-6
drawn ballots prize Of $1,000. of 1858 Of
1000 Ticket IS, halves SO. quarters Is cents.
New-York Consolidated Lottery, No. ls.
iiigh's prize f5O, 600. Will be drawn in the Cit, of
New-Ynrk on Tuesday goth January ~ numhers-6
drawn ballots. Scheme: prize of $4,000, If
1O,oOO,l of 5000, OF 500, OF 1000. of 900,
&c Tickets 800 halves 10, quarters S, eighhs So
For sale at
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

QETWEEN Washington street. and Hunting Greek
III Bridge : NV BROWN SILK UHBRELL-a,
sill the image of bird appended to the handle The
finder will please leave it with Mr. blackburn. at the
Franklin Hotel where liberal reward will be paid by
Jan lS--St w. s. CA QUHOUN.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
JAMES 5. GUNNELL, NJ. d.
DENTIST,

informs the citizens and visitors
IL Of Aexandlia 10, that he may be consulted ~ on
II Clapet,'s Hotel, on the first and third wEDNEs-
DAY in every month, from O'Clock. A. NJ. until
p. NJ
All letters addressed to DIR. G. at his office between
the United States Bank and the Presidents House,
washington City, left at Mr. II. clagetts Hotelin
Alcxnadria, will be punctuaily attended to.
JAM w"
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14
Brandy and.Gin.

on Pipes Cognac brandy
~ half pipes do
Is pipes Holland gin
6 hhds Jamaica rum
Warranted pure and Of the best quality. for sale by
jan 10 A G. CAZENOVE & Co
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

&. Connecticut State Lottery, No s,
For the benefit of the Retreat for the Insane; be
drawn at Hartford on Tuesday the 18th January. 48
numbers drawn ballots Highest prize Sl0, 900
Tickets IS, halves 2 50, quarters IS.
Washington City Lottery, 5th Class,
the 18th January. 40 numbers-6 drawn ballots. -
highest prize $4,000 Tickets 50, halves 50, quar-
tiers Is cts
New-York Co, solidated Lottery, No ls,
viii be drawn in the City Of New-York on Tuesday.
the goth January ~ numbers, drawn ballots
Capital prize $4,000. Tickets $50. halves 10; quar-
tiers S; eighths , 50-For sale at
=. IL. WHITES
Lottery Office, Royal street.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-01-14

Washington City Lottery, 5th Class,
Will be drawn in the City of Washington on Thurs
tay, the 18th Of January 40 numbers, drawn bal.
lois. Highest Prize IS, 900. Tickets IS; halves SO,
quarters Is cents
Connecticut State Lottery,
For the benft of the Retreat for the Insane Glass
No g. will be drawn at Hartford on Tuesday the 18th
January. 48 numbers drawn ballots Highest
Prize GOO. Tickets IS; halves 2 50i ours. IS,
Newly ork Consolidated Lottery,
No l8 for 1873, will be drawn in the City of N.York
on Tuesday, the Goth January. AZ numbers-6 drawn
ballots Highest Prize $4,000. Tickets SEQ; halves
10; quarters 81 eighths so,
For sale at
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-05-12
Nyeing Establishment.
La eritinue EST disee. mans Part ESD d iffcile.

Ia criti9ue esidisee, mas Tart est !Vicik
vINlIE subscriber having returned from Europe, re.
spectfully Informs the public that he is prepared
execute all orders in his line of business with neat
and dispatch. His assortment of the most fash
onabe coors can be at any time and he will war
rant them TO stand equally well any in Europe -
He will bleach Lace, Gauze, sc. remove spcs: and
iron mouds from cambria, linen cloth, silk, merno
and other shawls, without injury to the border. He
coors Hats aso that they fade OF turn rusty
Leghorn bonnets and hats cleaned in the first style.
For the accommodation of his customers 10 Wash
ngton, goods may be left with Mr.. Labille, Pennsyl
vanis Avenue, opposite the Panorama, to whose adj.
dress they will always be sent.
P.J. SALVETAT,
French Dyer and Scourer.
N B, One or two boys would be taken as appren-
tees aug5
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-05-12

;, Notice.
Il .. ge'sonS are herby cautioned agains, giving
@ !" any of the crew OF the British brig Heb
o7,,.. ueots contracted by them, viii be psid by
VI cons'snees' april 25-,f
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-05-12
Notice is hereby Given,

VV>HAT appGcatio" viii be made 10 the tres'aem
1 Directors Of the Mechanics Bank of Alexandria,
for the renewal of the Certificates for hundred and
eleven Shares of Stock. standing in the name OF Ma.
ria d. Crak. guardian of James Crsik, and numbered
as follows, vz:-No 1851 to $3.50 botr inclusive,
for fifty Shares and No 45S1Oto 499ls notn inclusive
for F,y shares and No TO 42264 both inclusive,
for eleven Shares; the said certificates having been
los, or mislaid JAMES CRAlK.
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-05-12
ror Alexandria, Washington, and
(,eOrTetown

Tor AleNdllul Ia, w ooiitiS VII, eii>A
Georgetown,
Steam-Packet
~ COL UMBI.A.
A-kAsy-w This new and splendid Packet
SSEEEssEk<a now IL readiness to COM
- bsr ocular route, and will make her first
ESNTuRDAY NEXT, 9!h instant, leaving the
soi Of Patterson street wharf at fire o'clock T.
~. y mi, Packet is upwards of 400 IONS burthen-
=, ,Uo superior engines and copper boers-fur-
60. The most superior accommodations for at least
lred passengers found. on trial, to be
...l ofuucommon speed.
~, ,-c,rietors A,tter themselves, by unremittng
lion, =, nea,e anil strict attention to the comfort
n, ,,,,engcrs aud the care of goods, TO merit a
,ggth,, pttronsge heretofore SO literally bestowed
-, me old hne ofsaiiHg packets. The Packet will
,,,,enCers and tregh, at all convenient places on
-. potomac going and coming. Freight as custom
:, passage IS. u All baggage at the risk OF the
',rer,. For freight or passage, apply on board to
r,,,,in lanes Mitchell. o. 70 RoSS,
g,omore. NAV 6-du Agent
Ts Ihs papers of 4, ,ndria, Wash ngton, and
r,,,,torn. viii copy the a owe daily until further
Phenix gazette. [volume] (Alexandria [D.C.]) 1825-1833, 1829-05-12

The Sailors \ agazine and Naval
Journal,
DUBI.ISnFD in New York by the American Sea
mems Friend Society, 10 which tn profits of the
work will he devoted edited b. the Rev Joshua ga.
vet. General Agent for the Society price g. 50 per
Il
pIy rf charts and nautical books Nautc i Almanac
for 1879 log paper, journals cargo books, seamen's
articles manests bills of lang, and The Merchants
and Seaman's Expeditions Neasurer; for sale at the
bookstore of A. Kennedy, deceased.
NAYS F. KENNEDY, Elk.