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The Powles Hook Races, will begin on Tuesday the 17th inst. with a purse of one hundred dollars, and on Thursday, the Sweep Stakes will be run for.
7th
All persons having demands on the estate of Thomas In- glis, of this city, Cabinet Maker, deceased, will bring them to William Ash, at No 17 John St.
Murray, Mumford & Bowen, have for sale at their store on Crane Wharf, a large stock of Spirits, Rum, Wine, Window glass, dry goods, also a quantity of Menhaden to be bartered for wet or dry goods.
A fine lot of ground on the west side of Broadway, near the old Lutheran Church, is for sale. Enquire of Alexander Hamilton, in Wall Street, No 58.
9th
Saturday afternoon, one of the Brooklyne ferry boats, cross- ing from the city, with Mr. Thorn, Mr. Backhouse, and a servant of his Excellency Don Gardoqui, together with five
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horses, about half way over, by some accident one of the horses fell to leeward, which threw the rest into confusion, and the wind being fresh, the boat overset with a heavy sea. On this occasion, the officers and crew of the French packet, acquired much credit, as by their timely exertions no lives were lost, the horses were saved by swimming to the shore.
Saturday evening, a fire broke out at the brewery of Mr. Atlee, on the North River, which consumed the malt house, the brewery was preserved.
On Monday the 2d inst. departed this life of a lingering illness, Mrs. Mary Arden, consort of Thomas Arden, of this city, merchant. Her remains were interred the Wednesday following, in the family vault, in the new Presbyterian Church yard.
Mr. Morelle, Fencing Master, proposes to give a general assault to-morrow, between the hour of ten and one, at his school room, No 60 Smith St , where gentlemen skilful in the art of Fencing, are invited to be present.
10th
A deed for one hundred acres of land, in the fertile parts of Kentucky, is offered free to any master or family that will settle there, apply to No 18 King St.
Augustus Nicholls in Front St. near the Fly Market, offers for sale an assortment of glass and earthen ware.
The ship Commerce, Capt. William Shroudy, is loading for Kingston, Jamaica, at Stevens and Hubbell's Wharf, for freight apply to D. Tucker & Co. 22 Hanover Square.
11th
Yesterday was launched at Ackley's ship yard, the beauti- ful ship Favorite, intended for the London trade, and owned by John Franklin & Co of this city. She is to be commanded by Capt. Brown. It was an amazing fine launch, performed in the presence of a vast assemblage of people, amongst whom were numbered the principal belles and beaus of our metropolis.
For Halifax, the brig Mary. Francis Telford, master, at Cruger's Wharf.
For Shelburne. the schooner Edward, James Potter, mas- ter, at Brownejohn's Wharf.
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For Kingston, the schooner Ruth, Mark Spocksfield, mas- ter, at Beekman's Wharf.
For Amsterdam, the ship Columbia, Christian Chr. Vul- phius, master, at Well's Wharf.
For Glasgow, the ship Eagle, John Blain, master, at Hal- let's Wharf.
For London, the ship Friendship, Adam Cowsar, master, at Lupton's Wharf.
12th
On Sunday evening (8th inst) died, at Moorfields, Long Isl- and, Mrs. Gertrude Moore, consort of Lambert Moore, Esq aged 34 years. At her interment an excellent sermon was preached by her nephew, Rev. Thomas L. Moore.
All persons indebted to the copartnership of Henry Rem- sen & Co. to settle with George and Jeronimus Remsen, 5 Little Dock St. or Henry Remsen, 8 Hanover Square.
Mr. Griffiths will have his public ball, in his assembly room, next door to the corner of Wall and Smith Streets, No 20, once a fortnight, on Tuesday. Tickets to be had at his house 51 Smith St.
The New York Porter House, kept by John Morgan, at the sign of the Grand Master, near the ferry stairs, Fly Market, will in future have soups ready from eleven to one, every day, served in a commodious room up stairs. Beef Stakes, Mutton Chops, Oysters &c. cooked in the best manner on the shortest notice. Dinners for company as bespoke. Said Mor- gan keeps a regular Ordinary at two o'clock, his Liquors are truly Genuine.
On Thursday night last, between the hours of nine and one, a very severe storm of wind and rain was experienced in this city and vicinity.
13th
Mr. Ruspini, son of Ruspini, surgeon dentist, of Pall Mall, London, having been regularly instructed in his father's pro- fession, by the first practitioners of London and Paris, offers his service to the public, at No 34 Hanver Square. This day will be published, the eight edition of A Treatise on the Teeth, by Mr Ruspini.
Mr. Picken has opened his dancing school, at No 1. Smith St. corner of Duke St.
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David Gelston, No 52 Water St. has for sale, Rum, Molasses, Tea, Gun powder, Snuff, Loaf sugar, Pepper, Cotton, Shot, Wine, Spermaceti oil, &c.
14th
We understand that several clergymen, belonging to the Protestant Episcopal Church in this city, have resolved to lecture in St. Paul's Church, every Sunday and Thursday evening, and that an introductory discourse was delivered on Thursday last, by the Rev. Mr. Beach, in presence of a nu- merous assembly.
Claret in cases of three dozen, of the first quality and very high flavor, to be sold by William Seton & Co. 201 Queen Street.
To be sold, the house corner of Little Dock St, near the Exchange, now in the occupation of Edmund Seaman, the house adjoining in the occupation of Sarah Holmes, two houses fronting the Albany Bason, occupied by Natlianiel Strong, and Messrs McWilliam and Brown. Title given by the Marine Society, Samuel Gilford, treasurer.
Cortland Vanbeuren, at No 40 Water St., has for sale an assortment of groceries.
16th
Last Saturday night, about nine o'clock, as a poor honest Woman was passing along Water Street, near the Old Slip, some inhuman fellow first insulted her, and afterwards knocked down and kicked her in a shocking manner, leaving her speechless on the ground.
The wife of Aaron Lancaster, of Pauling's Precint, Dutchess Co. was lately delivered of three fine boys, they were named Moses, Aaron and Joseph.
On Wednesday died, after a lingering illness, Marie Ann Waddington, consort of John Waddington, an eminent mer- chant of this city.
On Thursday last died, at Greenwich, near this city, Mr. William Rowsey, merchant of Williamsburgh. Va. who lately came here for his health.
17th
We are informed, that the stages between this city and Al- bany, at present are to run but twice a week, though the mail will continue as usual till the expiration of this month.
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Holland Gin, in butts of 300 gallons each, also in single and double cases and jugs, to be sold by Rudolph H. Van Dortsen, No 6 Queen St.
Thomas & James Arden & Co. have for sale, Hemp, London Porter, Grindstones, Chalk and New Castle Coals, at No 35 Water St.
To be sold, the estate of the late Widow Jane Johnson, de- ceased, consisting of one lot of ground, near the new Sugar house, in Montgomery Ward, one lot in the West Ward, lying in New Street, towards the upper end, another lot in New Street, lying on the south corner of Verlettenbergh Hill. Also a small farm of 250 acres, back of the Wall Kill, near a place called Peconcing, for terms apply to Peter Marselis, No 55 Queen St.
18th
The Powles Hook Races, which were postponed yesterday on account of tlie bad weather, will begin this day at two o'clock, if the day should prove favorable. The race ground is well known to be one of the finest in America, and as it has been formerly greatly frequented on occasions of this nature, the friends of the turf will no doubt assemble in great numbers.
For sale Holland Gin, and Forge Hammers, by Nicholas Hoffman & Son, 12 Little Dock St.
Hugh Gaine has imported from London, a large selection of books and stationery, to be sold at his book store and print- ing office, in Hanover Square.
19th
My wife Christian, (formerly the Widow McKinzie) having behaved in a very unbecoming manner, I will pay no debts of her contracting. Roderick Campbell.
An old soldier not unacquainted with propriety in military matters, suggests the alteration of the uniform of some subal- tern officers of the militia of this city, instead of breeches, putting them into long Kelts, in imitation of the Highland women, their appearance would then be martial and respec- table, and would do away the common observation, that they had better be in petticoats, than in commission.
A Hunt. The Gentlemen Sportsmen are invited to the house of Mr. Dawson, at Brooklyn Ferry, from whence will
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commence tomorrow morning at day light, a Fox chase, which from the particular good quality of both Huntsmen and Hounds, promise a most pleasing recreation.
20th
Yesterday a Marshall of the Admiralty, attempted to seize a sloop under sail, libelled for seamens wages. He was resisted by the Capt. and crew, and driven off. Capt. D'Auvergne of the British packet, manned two boats well armed, and with the marshall gave chace, and overtook the sloop at the Hook, and brought her to town. The crew made their escape to the Long Island shore.
For Charleston, S. C., the sloop Charming Sally, George Leaycraft, master, at Byvanck's Wharf.
Patrick Welsh and Ann his wife, have by mutal consent parted, the public are notified that Patrick will not pay her debts.
To be sold, a lot of ground in Dock St., west side of the house of Robert Watts, Esq. formerly the property of Law- rence Kilburn, a title will be given by Thomas Mesnard.
21st
This morning at nine o'clock, will be launched at the ship yards, the new ship belonging to Messrs. Lynch & Stoughton, and intended for the East Indies, early the ensuing spring.
Last Wednesday, a purse of $100 was run for, over Powles Hook course, by the bay mare Creeping Kate, and the horse named Beau, which was won at two heats by the former. They afterwards started for a sweepstakes of ten guineas, and it was also gained by the mare.
On Thursday evening, was married by the Rev. Benjamin Moore, at the house of William Bayard Esq, in Queen Street, Herman Le Roy, Esq, Holland consul, to Miss Hannah Cor- nell, one of the daughters of the late Samuel Cornell, Esq, of Newbern, N. C.
23d
On Friday last departed this life, in the 73d year of his age, Mr. Thomas Witter, merchant, a worthy and respectable citizen of this place. His remains were interred the day fol- lowing, in Trinity Church yard, attended by a numerous con- course of inhabitants.
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The corporation will contract with any person, to keep in repair, the public wells and pumps in this city, proposals will be received at the Clerks office, No 22 Maiden Lane.
William Marriner, No 16, the corner of Nassau and John Streets, continues as usual to entertain gentlemen, with Oys- ters cooked in a variety of ways ; Beef Stakes, and a general assortment of other eatables, served up in the neatest and most elegant manner, with the best of liquors. Masters of vessels and others, may be supplied with Fry'd and Pickled Oysters for exportation, on the shortest notice.
24th
William Hill & Co. merchants, Maiden Lane, offer the sloop Betsey for sale.
William Taylor, has for sale at his store, on Crane Wharf, Rum, Gin, Coffee, Mackarel in barrels, Salmon in tierces, Dum and Cod Fish.
He will let the Ice House, back of Trinity Church.
Peter Goelet, at the Golden Key, No 48 Hanover Square, has imported in the last vessels from London, A very large and general assortment of Ironmongery, Cutlery, Sadlery and Hardware ; all kinds of tools and materials for clock and watch makers ; gold and silver smiths; joiners, carpenters, black and gun smiths ; sadlers, shoemakers, &c. Also, re- fined bar iron, crowley and blistered steel, cart iron, griddles, pots, kettles, cart and waggon boxes, andirons, &c. anvils, vises, shovels. spades, frying pans, sad irons, crucibles, black lead pots, nails, saws, tongs and shovels, brass ware, candle- sticks, branches, &c. a great variety of brass furniture for cabinet makers ; also, stationery, japaned and copper ware, violin and guitar strings, harpsicord wire, pewter spoons, coat, vest and sleeve buttons, leather and hair trunks, boot legs and vamps, bend leather soles, &c &c. And a consign- ment of playing cards.
25th
The sloop Content, John Kelby, master which sailed from Norfolk on the second of July last for Charleston, S. C., was blown off the coast by a gale, finally reached her destination, after a voyage of 72 days. The captain and crew were scarcely able to walk.
The firm of Throop & Crosby, of No 4 Whitehall, is dissolved by mutual consent.
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Mrs. La Farque, milliner from Paris, No 62 William Street, near the North Church, makes and sells every thing in her way, according to the true Parisian taste.
Jacob Foster, has erected at No 21 Roosevelt St., a complete Nailing Manufactory, where he intends carrying on the busi- ness from a Tack up to a 12 inch Spike. He wants six jour- neymen nailors.
26th
Last week was married, by the Rev. Dr. Mason, Mr. John Young, of Queen Street, to Miss. Margaret Bassett, a lady possessed of every domestic virtue in an eminent degree.
The gentlemen who have become members of the Company of Light Infantry, under the command of Capt. John Stagg, Jun. will meet this evening at Marriner's Tavern.
Elting & Varick, have removed their store from No 15, on the Albany Dock, to their new building No 20, on Little Dock Street, betwixt Coenties and the Old Slip, where they have a general assortment of ironmongery etc.
27th
The Bank of New York declare a dividend on the capital stock, of three per cent, for six months. William Seton, Cashier.
The copartnership of George and Samuel Douglas & Co. will be dissolved on the first of January next.
To be let, that large and commodious house, corner of Smith and Little Queen Streets, with a stable adjoining. Enquire of Mary Beekman, 10 Hanover Square.
Robert Hodge, 38 Maiden Lane, three doors from Queen Street, has imported a choice collection of books.
28th
Prince William Henry, one of his Britannic Majesty's Sons, arrived at Halifax, on the 5th inst. The Prince it is said in- tends a visit to the United States ; if so, as being the son of an European Monarch, we doubt not he will meet with every mark of attention due his rank.
To be let, that noted Oyster House, No 58 Fair Street, now in possession of the subscriber. It is a good stand, and fre- quented by most gentlemen. Thomas Rattoon.
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Constable, Rucker & Co. 39 Great Dock Street, have for sale Hemp, Swedes Iron, Tea, and Pickled Herrings in barrells Sugar, Beef and Ox tongues, Wines etc etc.
30th
Christopher Lewis Lente intends for North Carolina, on the 5th of Nov. and will sell his stock of groceries, confectionaries, and Wines, cheap.
Thomas Smith, Boot, Shoe maker and Leather cutter, No 179 Chapel Street, sells all sorts of boots and shoes at the fol- lowing prices.
£. s.
Mens best boots, town made warranted . 2. 8. 2. 4.
Common ditto
Men shoes best sort
12.
Ditto Strong .
8 to 9
Womens sattin or calimanco shoes . 11 8
Ditto Leather
Stolen or Strayed from Francis Rumbout Brett, at the six mile stone, Harlem Road, a Grey Horse.
31st
Stolen from Robert Dods, No 41 Queen Street, a scarlet cloak, about half worn, without hood or collar, also a sattin brocade pattern of a waist coat, they were taken out of the window, a reward of ten dollars is offered.
Ran away from her master, James Brewster, an indented Irish servant woman, about 12 years of age, stout made, pitted much with the small pox. Whoever returns her in good health, shall receive one shilling and six pence reward.
To be sold, that large house and lot of ground, occupied by John Barney, at the sign of the Plough and Harrow, at the head of Bowery Lane, the stand for a public house is equal to any in the city. Enquire of Comfort and Joshua Sands, No 50 Queen St.
November 1st
On Sunday last, the Rev. Samuel Provost, D.D. rector of St. Paul's Church in this city, who sometime since was pro- moted to the Episcopal see of this State, took a very affec- tionate leave of his congregation, previous to his departure for England, to be consecrated to that office.
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On Sunday evening, was stolen from No 28 Water St., a pair of silver buckles, a dark blue cloth coat, two white waist coats, a pair of nankeen breechees, and several articles of wearing apparel. A reward will be paid for their recovery by John Delafield.
Stolen out of the house of William Arnold, last Monday, a silver sugar dish, a silver milk pot, and a pair of sugar- tongs; all marked.
2d
The New York Packet, will in future appear on Tuesday and Friday, in every week, instead of Monday and Thursday, as heretofore.
Mr. Wright's celebrated collection of paintings, have been removed from Cherry St. to Queen St., No 55, where the lovers of the fine arts may at any time view them.
The Albany line of stages, by reason of the shortness of the days, will until the first of May next, take three instead of two days to perform their tour. A carriage will move from Mr. Pendleton's tavern, No. 82 Water St. in New York, and Mr. Lewis's in Albany, every Monday and Thursday morn- ings, precisely at five o'clock, and return Wednesday and Saturday following.
3d
Yesterday sailed the Betsey, Capt. Mesnard, for London, in her went passengers, Mr. Howell Williams of Va .. Robert Mercer, of this city, merchant, Capt. John Grinnel and others.
Samuel Pell & Co. No. 9. Burling Slip, have for sale Ja- maica Spirits, Sous'd Salmon, Essence of Spruce, Delph and Queens ware.
The copartnership of Griffiths & Colburn, of 201 Water St. is dissolved.
4th
Last Sunday night, a mulatto woman in this city, was de- livered of three female children, who, with the mother are likely to do well.
On Thursday morning, sailed the British packet Speedy, Capt. D'Auvergne, for Falmouth, in her went passengers, the Rev. Dr. Provost, the Rev. Dr. White, of Phil. Mr. Dew- hurst, merchant of this city, and lady.
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The volunteers of Capt. Stagg's light infantry company, in- tend to morrow, to march to the Presbyterian Church, dressed in their new uniforms, to hear a sermon by Rev. Dr. Rodgers.
The Catholic Church, situated between St. Paul's and College, will be consecrated this day, and the service begin at eleven o'clock.
6th
Saturday the 4th inst. being the anniversary of St. Carlos, it was celebrated by Don Diego Gardoqui, the Spanish minis- ter, at his house, where he entertained with an elegant dinner, the President of Congress. and all the members, the secretary of Congress, Ministers of Foreign Affairs, War, and Finance, the Foreign Ministers, Consuls, &c. &c. After dinner thir- teen toasts were drank.
Saturday morning, the Roman Catholic Church in this city, was privately consecrated to the service of Almighty God, by the Rev. Mr. Nugent, Rector of said Church ; when further progress is made in the building, it then will be dedicated with the usual solemnities, of which timely notice will be given. There were present at the consecration, his excel- lency Don Gardoqui, and Son, and several other gentlemen of distinction.
7th
The public are cautioned to beware of counterfeit Spanish dollars, two shilling pieces, and English shillings, as several of these denominations have been detected in this city. The are made of base metal, and can easily be discovered if care- fully examined.
Lately married at Poughkeepsie, Doctor Charles Crooke, to the amiable Miss Polly Marsh, of that place.
E. Crosby, Art. Obstet. Prof. of Columbia College, will de- liver a Course of Lectures on Midwifery, the ensuing season, in which various presentations of labors, will be accurately exemplified and demonstrated, on a machine of new and ad- mirable construction, for the purpose. The introductory lecture will be read at 12 o'clock, on Tuesday 21st inst., at his house, No. 59 Queen St.
Henry Wolfe, will supply the gentlemen of the Light In- fantry and others, with Tortoise shell, Crooked and Horn Combs, at his manufactory 3. Cruger's Wharf.
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8thı
Hannah Rook, lately from London, has removed to No. 27 Duke St., at Mrs. Fleming's, where she continues to do all 'nds of clear starching, and cleaning Beausons, all kinds of 'te silk stockings &c. .
Mr. Costigan, has removed to No. 35 Broad Street, the cor- ner of Mill St., where he has opened a Boarding and Lodg- ing House.
9th
On Monday evening was married by the Rev. Mr. Beach, John Pierce, Esq; Paymaster General, and Commissioner of Army Accounts, of the U. S., to Miss Nancy Bard, youngest daughter of Dr. John Bard, an eminent physician of this city.
The Society for promoting Vocal Music, meet at six o'clock this evening, at Mr. Hulett's schoolroom in Little Queen St.
The Society for promoting the Manumission of Slaves, and protecting such of them as have been or may be liberated ; will meet at six o'clock, this evening at Simmon's Inn.
John Keese, Secretary.
Whereas Samuel Israels, has heretofore been censured for being concerned with his the subscribers wife, in a robbery committed in his house on the 20th of August last. Now for several good reasons, the subscriber acquits the said Israels and his family, for being concerned with his wife in the said robbery, or any other matter of a criminal nature whatso- ever, or dishonest practice, for what I know.
Isaac Willets.
10th
Died yesterday, much regretted aged 57 years, of a billious complaint, Mr. Cornelius Bradford, a very worthy and re- spectable citizen. During the late struggle for American Liberty, Mr. Bradford evinced his attachment to his coun- try. The Coffee House, in this city, under his management, was kept with great dignity, both before and since the war. He has left a disconsolate widow, and several children to la- ment their loss.
The winter session of Columbia College, commences on Thursday the 15th inst., when the students are desired to at- tend.
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On Sunday next, the 12th. inst., a Charity Sermon will be preached, and a collection made in the forenoon, at St. George's Chapel, for the benefit of the Charity School in this city. And on Sunday the 19th. day of December next, ar other will be preached, at St. Paul's Chapel, for the same p pose. An anthem adapted for the occasion will be sung the the scholars. The school at present consists of 86 scholavill viz :- 56 boys and 30 girls.
11th
The friends of Mr. Bradford, are requested to attend his funeral this evening, at four o'clock, from the Coffee House.
The subscribers to the Dancing Assembly, are requested to meet at Corre's Tavern, at six o'clock next Tuesday evening.
Ten Pounds Reward. Stolen from No 89 Broadway, several articles of Plate, amongst which was a Quart Bowl, with the letters H. B. S. on the bottom ; one dozen and a half Tea Spoons, Sugar Tongs, &c. Some of the spoons were marked I. B. T.
On Thursday evening last, the store No 60 in William Street, was broke open, and a large quantity of goods stolen, also a silver seal with the letters K. A.
Thomas Steele, has opened a school, at No. 27 Crown St., where he teaches reading, writing, and arithmetic.
Richard Ashbridge, has removed his conveyancing office, to No. 11 John St.
13th
The Court of Appeals have met agreeable to the resolve of Congress, and are now sitting in this city, in the room over the Exchange.
Van Voorhis & Coley. jewellers No 27. Hanover Square, offer six pence reward for the return of a runaway appren- tice named John Spand, aged 19 years.
To be let, a house in Broadway, adjoininig Mr. Ellison's, it is three stories higli, eight rooms newly papered, and com- pletely finished, with a coach house, and stable for three horses. Enquire of Mr. Ellison, or at 51 Wall St.
Swill for Hogs and Cows, of a superior quality, being pre- pared from pure sound grain, to be sold on reasonable terms.
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14th
On Saturday last, departed this life in the 29th year of his age Gilbert Van Cortlandt, son of His Hon. the Lieut. Gov- ernor of this State. Yesterday afternoon his remains were deposited in the North Church. Being a worthy member of an Ancient and Hon. Lodge of Free Masons in this city, his funeral was attended by the Brethren, clothed in the habili- ments of the Order.
All persons having claims against, or indebted to, the estate of James Jarvis or Mary Jarvis deceased, are informed that James Giles, No 58 Maiden Lane, is authorized by the execu- tors to act for them.
Liverpool blown Salt, and a quantity of Canal Coals, just arrived from Liverpool, for sale by William Kenyon, No 189 Queen St.
15th
Mason Wattles. informs the public that he has taken the Roads lately occupied by Mr. Talmage Hall, and furnished them with good Stages, and fresh horses. Both the Boston and Albany stages will start as usual from Major Pendleton's, No. 8 Water St., on Monday and Thursday mornings precisely at five o'clock and return on Wednesday and Saturday even- ings. Every attention will be paid to make the passengers comfortable and happy at the Inns, and on the road, as he shall be constantly with them.
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