Emery and Newman, from London Plumbers, Painters, and Glaziers, At No. 16, on the Dock near the Fly Market, New York: Sheet Lead cast to any given weight, Lead Cisterns, Ditto pumps, put down any depth, Ditto Wall pipes with elegant ornamented cistern heads, for home use or exportation, so low as from 5 £ to 10 £ the stock, A choice and general assortment of paints and colours, which they are enabled to sell cheap for ready money or produce. Ditto Window Glass, &c. &c. House and ship work in the above branches executed in the compleatest manner and on the most reasonable terms. The highest price given for old Pewter and Lead.—New-York Gazetteer, May 31, 1785.

A. M. Gib, Formerly of the Firm of Green and Gib, Painters, No. 80, Broad Way, Informs his Friends and the Public that he continues to carry on the Business of Coach, Sign, House-Painting, Gilding & Glazing....In order to accommodate his friends and the inhabitants of Long-Island, he has taken the Shop next door to Mr. Seally, Saddler, at Brooklyne where their favours will be punctually attended to.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, October 1, 1785.

R. Green, Painter, Gilder, Japanner, Glazier and Colour Man, at his Colour Manufactory, No. 81 Broad-way, corner of King Street Prepares and sells, whole sale and Retail, the following Articles....London White, Lead ground in oil,...Fine yellow oker ground in oil...Spanish Brown Ground in oil...Fine Prussian Blue, Fine Purple Lake, Fine Crimson Lake,...Finest Dutch Pink, Bronzes of all kinds...Dragon's Blood...Best London Crown Glass....He has also for sale Fine Paper Hangings of the newest patterns just imported from London, Tea Urns & Trays, of the newest patterns...Elegant Looking Glasses, of the newest taste, in burnished Gold Frames, Burnished Gold Bordering for Rooms,...Window Curtains...Fine Mahogany Card Tables, Silver and Ivory handled Knives and Forks, neat mahogany wine keepers with Brass Hoops and Handles...&c.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, November 9, 1785.

Green and Jamieson, Painters, from London and Bath, Take the liberty to inform their Friends and the Public in general, that they have opened shop, No. 80 corner of King-street, Broad-Way, where they intend carrying on Coach, Sign, and House Painting; Gilding, Glazing, Japanning &c. with perspicuity and neatness equal to any yet done on this Continent, in all their different Branches. Those Gentlemen who are pleased to favour them with their employment, may depend upon elegance and dispatch, and upon as reasonable terms as any in Town. N.B. Orders from the country punctually attended to. Family Arms properly Blazoned.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, March 18, 1786.

Mathew Hawkins,— Sashes for sale, Mathew Hawkins, Sash-Maker and Glazier No 9, George Street, near the slip yards, has on hand and for sale, a large quantity of 24 light sashes, 8 by 6 which he will sell painted and Glazed at 6d per light 24 light ditto. 7 by 9, at 12 d. He has also on hand, a large stock of various other sizes, such as 10 by 8, 11 by 9, 12 by 10, 14 by 10, Show-windows, sliding glass. Cases for Stores, executed at the above place with accuracy and dispatch. N.B. Orders as usual, for town or country, performed at the shortest notice.—The Time Piece, March 26, 1798.

John Hibbard.—To Carpenters, waggon makers & wheel-rights to be sold a complete House, work-shop, out house, garden, &c....within 3 miles of the town of Hackinsack, N. J. The proprietor who died last week was plentifully supplied with business....for further particulars and terms apply to John Hibbard, coach painter, No 34 Chatham street.—New-York Daily Advertiser, January 5, 1797.

Joseph King.—Painter and Glazier, from Europe. Begs leave to acquaint the gentlemen and master-builders of New-York, that he has taken the house No. 48 Cherry Street, where he will thankfully receive their commands and hopes from a long experience in business in principal cities in Europe, to give general satisfaction. Walls and ceilings of rooms neatly painted in oil or water colours.—The Daily Advertiser, June 13, 1797.

Peter La Cour and Issac Griffin, Painters, Gilders and Glaziers, No 84 Water-Street, Have the honor to inform the public in general, and their friends, in particular, that they have opened a shop at No 84 Water-Street, where they intend carrying on the Painting and Glazing business. They are furnished with every necessary article for carrying on the above business in an extensive manner, and on the most reasonable terms. Those who choose to honor them with their commands shall be punctually attended to. And their orders executed so as to render entire satisfaction. N.B. Masters of vessels may be supplied with colors, oil &c. at the shortest notice.—The Daily Advertiser, March 18, 1793.

Peter LaCoer Respectfully informs the public, that he keeps his Glass-Store at No. 32 Cedar-street where he sells all kinds of glasses from 7 by 9 to 18 by 24 inches. He likewise paints houses and sells all kinds of colors. He hopes that such persons as may favor him with their confidence will have every reason to be satisfied with him.—The French and American Gazette, January 27, 1796.

Hugh McDougal. Painter & Glazier No. 92 Broad-Way, opposite the Trinity Church takes the liberty of informing his friends, and the public that he has, in addition to his business, opened a store, consisting of all kinds of Paints, Oil, Window Glass, etc. He has now for sale 3000 feet 7 by 9. 3000 feet 6 by 8 and all other sizes suitable for Windows, Pictures, Coaches, &c. N.B. Orders from the country for any of the above articles shall receive the greatest care and attention, not only with respect to quantity, but a written direction given how to use them to the best advantage.—New-York Gazette, and the General Advertiser, December 8, 1797.

John Morgan, Painter and Glazier, At the bottom of Gold-Street, Maiden Lane...has, at a great expense, erected a Mill for the sole purpose of grinding Colours....Captains of Ships, Merchants, Painters, and others, may be supplied to their wishes....—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, April 20, 1785.

John Morgan At the Sign of the Free Mason's Arms, Tavern and Porter-House, Front Street, near the Ferry Stairs, New York Informs his Friends and the Public in general, that he has fitted up and made very commodious for the reception of Gentlemen masters of ships and others....he still carries on the Painting and Glazing Business in its various branches, at his old shop the corner of Gold Street, Maiden Lane, where he has erected a Mill for the Grinding of Colours.—The Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, May 20, 1786.

A. Ogilvie, Painter, Gilder & Glazier, No. 3 Peck Slip,...Has removed from No. 18 Little Dock Street to No. 3 Peck Slip, where he continues to carry on house and sign-painting, gilding, glazing, &c. He also paints mahogany, ebony, and all kinds of wood colours, marble, and stone, equal to the colour of stone, in the neatest manner. And he flatters himself, that he will give general satisfaction to those who may favor him with their custom. He has just received, and for sale wholesale and retail, white lead, Spanish brown, and yellow ochre, ground in oil, or dry, Prussion blue, patent yellow, glass, of all sizes 8 by 6, 9 by 7, 10 by 8, 12 by 10, 16 by 12, 18 by 14 &c.—New-York Journal, & Patriotic Register, June 4, 1791.

Anthony Ogilvie.—Painting Coach, House, Ship and Sign Painting, Gilding and Glazing in all its various branches executed with neatness and dispatch, by Anthony Ogilvie, No. 6 Wall street, Who has for sale, a very elegant Chaise, just finished which he will dispose of very low for cash.—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, June 10, 1793.

William Buyte Post, late from Holland. Takes this opportunity to acquaint his friends and the public in general that he has commenced business in the several branches of House, Coach, Ship and Sign Painting, Gilding and Glazing, &c. Also paints mahogany, ebony and all kinds of wood colours, marble and stone equal to the colour of stone, in the best and neatest manner. All favours in the above branches will be executed with neatness, and dispatch, in Berkly-street opposite the Roman Chapel. He flatters himself, he is capable of giving full satisfaction to those who shall honor him with their custom.—Weekly Museum, April 25, 1787.

Jacob Sherred. Begs leave to inform his customers, and the public in general, that he still carries on the business of Painting and Glazing, at his house No. 26, Great Dock-Street, and that on the first day of May next, he intends to remove to No. 14 Broad-Street, next door to Mr. Joshua Levy. He returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public in general, for the favours he has already received, and hopes by his assiduity to merit their future attention. N.B. He sells paints, oil and window glass.—New-York Packet, March 21, 1785.

Ignatius Shnydore Respectfully informs the public, that he has declined the business he has lately been employed in, as Scene-Painter to the Old American Company of Comedians.

Having his family in this city, he is desirous of becoming a Citizen, and to carry on the Painting business in all its branches. Coach and Sign Painting, Ship and House Painting, Gilding and Glazing, Rooms painted in the Italian mode, on canvas, Transparent Painting &c. &c.

N.B. Mr. Shnydore flatters himself he will give general satisfaction to all those, who may honor him with their commands. No. 65 Maiden-lane, next to the corner of Nassau-street.—The Daily Advertiser, June 6, 1788.

G. Speth.—French Burr Mill Stones, made of the best Burr stones, and to any dimensions required. Also Burr stones repaired, and all kinds of mill work performed in the best manner by G. Speth. Who grinds and sells all kinds of Painters colours, and of whom may be had Plaister of Paris, for manure, or calcined for plaistering; also lintseed oil, wholesale and retail. Applications made to the store of Mr. J. Blagge, for any of the above articles will be immediately attended to.—The Daily Advertiser, June 8, 1791.

John Vander Pool, Sign Painter, Gilder, &c. No 75 Pearl-Street, fronting Coenties-Slip. Has for sale, Window glass and putty, a general assortment of Paints, Linseed Oil, Paint Brushes, Limners tools, Gold and Silver Leaf, with a great variety of Camel's Hair Pencils, cheap for cash, or approved notes.—Weekly Museum, January 6, 1798.

John Vander Pool Painter, Gilder and Glazier, Has removed from No 2 Hanover-Square to No. 43, Smith-Street nearly opposite the Post Office.—The Weekly Museum, May 11, 1793.

Paints &c.—James Savage in Water-Street five doors above Dover-Street, has for sale, Hyson Tea, Cordage, Spermaceti oil, tallow, white lead, hard soap, linseed oyl, turpentine varnish, green paint ground in oyl, Prussian blue do., Venetian red do., yellow and red ochre, window glass 12 by 10, 10 by 8 and 9 by 7, mens and womens shoes &c.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, March 24, 1777.

Window Glass, By the Pane or Box, to be sold at Mr. Volkers Weedbeck's, near Red-Hook Church, Rhynebeck precinct, As Glass is much in Demand at present, and little for sale in this State, it is requisite that those who want a supply, apply soon. Part of the same will be for sale at Albany.—New-York Packet, and the American Advertiser, May 14, 1778.

Varnishes. Common brown or Chair-Makers Varnish. White Varnish lacker for Clock Makers and Tinmens use. Shining Varnish, Hard brown and white spt. Varnish. Turpentine Varnish. Either of these varnishes may be had in any quantity on the shortest notice, by applying to the subscriber No. 315, Great-Dock street. William Drewit Smith. N.B. Blue Dye for colouring silks, feathers &c.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, April 3, 1780.

Whitewashing.—Paper Hangings, An elegant Assortment of the newest Patterns, to be sold by Thomas Barrow, in Broad-Street, Spanish Whiting, and oyster-shell White for white washing....—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, May 1, 1780.

Window Glass 8 by 6, 9 by 7, 10 by 8, 11 by 9, 12 by 10 and 14 by 10, 15 by 11, 16 by 12, 18 by 13...from Bristol for sale by William Cowley. No.207, Queen Street, near Golden Hill.—The Daily Aadvertiser, April 5, 1791.

Stewart & Jones Have for sale at their Store on Murrays's wharf. Best London white lead, dry and ground in oil, red lead, venetian red, Spanish brown, yellow, black, green and blue paint, Holland Paint oil....Pewter plates, basons, tea pots and spoons, tin in boxes, tin ware....Also a large quantity of Window glass of all sizes, and bunten for colours, together with a large assortment of Ship chandlery as usual.—The Daily Advertiser, June 21, 1791.

Glass Factory.—To the Public, the Proprietors of the Glass Factory, in the neighborhood of this city are happy to inform the public, that the succesful establishment of their extensive works they flatter themselves will enable them to meet the demands for window glass, in which they continue to improve in quality. All persons in this and the neighbouring States, disposed to favor them with their orders of glass of a large size, are requested to give at least, 6 weeks previous notice; as no pains will be spared to select the first quality, by having sufficient time, great care will also be taken in the packing, so as to insure little or no crackage. All order as usual to be left at the store of Rhodes & MacGregor, New York, or at the Glass Ware House in this City. Albany.—The Herald, February 28, 1795.

Boston Glass. The proprietors of the Boston Glass Manufactory, after great trouble and expence, have got their useful manufacture established, so as to be able to supply any quantity of Window Glass that may be wanted, and of any sizes from 6 by 8 to 19 by 13 of a quality superior to any ever imported into America: Therefore hope they shall meet the encouragement of their fellow citizens in this and the other states by having their orders for glass, which will be executed with care and dispatch, by Samuel Gridley, superentendant at the Manufacture, or by sending their orders to Messrs. Anthony and Son, merchants Philadelphia, or Mr. William Codman, merchant, New York.—The Herald, June 3, 1795.

Paint Works.—Thomas Oakes, Begs leave to inform the public, that he has purchased the paint works, erected on part of his concerns at the Pottery Vauxhall by Mr. Davenport, where he shall at all times have for sale ground white lead, Spanish brown, yellow ochre, verdegrease, prussian blue and patent yellow, of the first quality and on the lowest terms. Orders received at the works, or by Wood and Dawson 44 Front street, who will always have a constant supply of the same on hand for sale either wholesale or retail. Merchants shipping paints to the Southward or the West Indies, can be supplyed with any quantity of the above in suitable packages.

The Pottery works carried on in the same extensive manner as usual.—The Daily Advertiser, July 17, 1798.

Boston Window Glass. In every respect superior in quality to foreign—having a decided preference and a very extensive sale in the neighboring States where introduced—besides the pleasure of contributing to the encouragement of a domestic Manufacture of so much importance to the interest of the Country. Gentlemen erecting elegant buildings, will find their taste extremely gratified by making use of this Glass—a constant supply of which of all sizes may be had by application to Thaddeus Mayhew. No 7 Burling slip, Companys' agent for this state.—Commercial Advertiser, April 22, 1799.

Bennet & Smith.—Notice is hereby given, that the subscribers have opened a shop, between the Market-house and General Ten Broeck's, where they carry on the business of making and mending all sorts of carriages, viz. Coaches, Chariots, Phaetons, Chaises, Chairs, Waggons, and Carts, in the best manner, with the greatest dispatch, and at the most reasonable rates. Those who please to favour them with their custom, may depend upon the best usage from their humble servants, Bennet and Smith.—New-York Packet, and the American Advertiser, June 8, 1780.

Boyle and Woodward, Coach and Chair Makers, No. 40, Broad-Way, In the Shop formerly occupied by Robert Manly, Inform their friends and the public that they have now under way, a general assortment of carriages, which they can finish-off at a moments notice, in the most approved manner on reasonable terms; having supplied themselves with good workmen, good material and so large and convenient a shop as any in the state; flatter themselves, by close application and attention to their business, to merit the approbation and patronage of their fellow citizens and indulgent public.

They respectfully assure those gentlemen who are pleased to honor them with their custom, that every exertion in their power shall be used to observe punctuality, and render their Carriages equal in strenth and elegance, to any built on this continent.—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, August 15, 1792.

Burtis and Woodward, Coach Makers, Take this method to inform their friends, and the public in general, that they have commenced business at No. 5 Fair street, at the shops formerly occupied bpy Caleb Boyle, coach maker, where they propose carrying on the business in all its various branches. Those gentlemen that may be pleased to favor them with their work, may rely on having it executed with neatness and dispatch, and all orders attended to with punctuality. They flatter themselves, from their experience in the business, to give general satisfaction to those who may be pleased to favour them with their work. Repairs done at the most reasonable terms. Carriages stored by the month or year.—The Argus, January 27, 1796.

Campbell & Clark, Coach-Makers No 202 Broad-Way, Respectfully inform their friends, and the public in general that they still continue to carry on the Coach-Making in all its various branches. N.B. They have on hand several boxes of Coach Glass, which they will sell low for cash or short credit.—New York Weekly Chronicle, January 1, 1795.

Ebenezer Clark, Coach Maker No 202, Broad-Way, New-York, Respectfully informs his friends and the public in general that he continues to carry on the business in all its various branches in the most approved manner and newest fashions, and he has employed European workmen, and is resolved to procure the best materials, likewise to execute with elegance, durability, moderation and dispatch, the orders committed to his trust, to engage their attention, also as nothing shall be wanting on his part to merit their favours, he hopes to be able to give all those who will please to favour him with their custom every satisfaction they can desire.

N.B. Crane necks, perch carriages, coaches, chariots, phaetons, coachees, chaises, gigs, whiskeys, panelled and caned, such as are adapted for the climate and the West-India market.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, March 18, 1797.

William Dean.—For Sale, an Elegant Phaeton upon a new construction:....Enquire of Mr. Deane, Coach maker, Broad-street.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 19, 1787.

William Dean, Coach-Maker, No. 52 Broad-Street, makes and repairs all kinds of Coaches, Chariots, Phaetons, Chairs, Sulkeys &c. &c....likewise all kinds of harness work, made or remended in the strongest and best manner.

He has now ready for sale, a great variety of handsome single horse chairs, four elegant new Phaetons, and two Chariots, with harness all complete. Likewise, coach glass of all sizes, and coach and harness furniture, bridles, bitts, stirrups, whips &c. &c. All which, he will sell on the most reasonable terms for cash....has a number of excellent workmen now engaged, it shall be his particular study, to give the utmost satisfaction.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 1, 1788.

Wm. DonaldsonCoachmaker, from Philadelphia Begs leave to inform his friends and the public that he has purchased the stock in trade of James Hallett, who has resigned in his favour....From the great experience he has had in the line of his profession, and as he has finished some of the most superb carriages that has been finished on this Continent, he flatters himself, from his strict attention to business, to be able to give those gentlemen full satisfaction, that may please to call on him with their commands, with carriages of every description. Patent Axels will be procured at gentlemen's request, the utility of those axels has been much approved of....—New-York Gazette, and the General Advertiser, March 4, 1797.

William Donaldson.—Carriages for sale by the subscriber. One second hand coach English made, one ditto Chariot in good order, two Chariot, one Chariotee, one Phaeton for one horse, three chaises and one American made coach, and a handsome new English phaeton with harness finished in the best manner, full plated. All kinds of carriages made and repaired as usual by William Donaldson.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, January 24, 1799.

James Hallett, Coach and Chair Maker, No. 43 Broadway, and adjoining the theatre in John Street...Has now on hand...a large and general assortment of Carriages....Having now in employ a number of the best workmen at their various branches, and having every advantage that can arise from a large and convenient shop....—New-York Daily Advertiser, January 5, 1791.

Robert Manley, Coach-Maker, No 40 West side Broad-Way, nearly facing John-street, continues to carry on the Coach-making business in all its various branches as usual and has now on hand, a very elegant coach, chariot and Phaeton, and a number of carriages of various kinds, made upon the newest and most approved methods, which he will dispose of for cash or short credit....he has a number of workmen employed at the various branches and equal to any in this State....N.B. He has a very strong and genteel second coach for sale, and likewise a favour chair horse.—New-York Daily Advertiser, May 13, 1788.

Robert Manley, Coach Maker No. 40 Broadway, Carries on his business as usual in its various branches...has at this time a number of carriages, amongst which are a handsome Chariot, Phaeton, Sulkies, and Sulky Chaises, and sundry other carriages....Likewise, plated harness....—New-York Daily Advertiser, February 17, 1791.

Thomas Parsell.—The Subscriber hereby informs the Public, that he has opened his shop, between the Quarter Master's office, and Capt Isaac Van Wyck's where he intends to carry on the Coach and Chair making business, in all its branches. He likewise makes and repairs Waggons, Sleighs, and Carts, at the most reasonable rates. Those gentlemen who choose to favour him with their custom, may depend on having work done in the very best manner. Thomas Parsell.—New-York Packet, and the American Advertiser, February 21, 1782.

Henry Pope, at his Fringe, Coach and Livery Lace Manufactory. No. 51 Maiden Lane, New York wishes to express his thanks for...encouragement he has experienced in his attempts to establish the above branches of business in this city; and having now ten looms in complete work he flatters himself he can execute any order, upon the shortest notice. Coach and Livery Lace made to match any pattern or colour. He has the following Goods, fresh from the looms: Tufted fringe of different depths, Cotton for Ditto, Mantle fringe, Gimphead, Shawl fringe, Lace headed ditto, Cotton fringe, Gimphead, Plain ditto, Thread fringe, Gimphead, Plain ditto, Cotton for knoting, Tassels and line, Bead-binding and rings, Grimson worsted Fringe—plain and gemp, Yellow Ditto, Green Ditto, Fine cotton slacks for Darning Muslins, Do. for darning stockings, Cotton for filling, Do. for Candle-Wicks, Heading for Bookbinding, And warranted water, Twist for knitting, Silk Fringe. And all kinds of Fancy Trimmings.—The Diary; or Evening Register, July 1, 1794.

Abraham Rapley & Jacob Warner.—Coach & Harness Making Executed with neatness and Dispatch by Abraham Rapley or Jacob Warner, No. 185 Broad-way formerly occupied by Mr. Nathaniel Woodward, where they will thankfully receive any commands in the above line. Repairing in any of the above branches, of wood, harness, trimming, painting or blacksmiths' work, instantly attended to.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, May 12, 1798.

Henry Stanton.—Henry Stanton begs Leave to inform his friends and the public in general that he has provided for the convenience of families, or parties of pleasure, for the ensuing season, a light covered Waggon, hung upon steel springs, equal, for ease, to any Coach. He has also to lett, good Horses and Chairs, and genteel saddle Horses. Those gentlemen who please to employ either of the above, may depend on being served by leaving a line one day beforehand with Mr. Cannon at the Ferry. N.B. He also begs to inform the public, that he carries on the Coach and Chair making business in all its various branches, in the best and cheapest manner. He returns his sincere thanks to his friends and customers for their former favors and hopes they will continue. Henry Stanton.—The Daily Advertiser, March 16, 1787.

David Titus.—Two or three journeymen Blacksmiths...will meet with encouragement and employ during the winter, by applying at David Titus's Coach Maker at Brooklyn Ferry....—Royal Gazette, October 21, 1780.

Alex Wiley.—For Sale, A handsome second-hand coach, in good condition, cheap for cash. Enquire of Alex Wiley, Coach-Maker, No. 3 Fair-Street, next to the corner of Broadway.—The Daily Advertiser, August 12, 1797.

Williamson.—Horse and Chair to be sold....the latter is the workmanship of the celebrated Williamson, (coach builder to the August Legislators on Delaware) as good as new, the harness perfectly so and quite complete, Mr. Haller of this city, its operator. For further particulars enquire of the printer.—Royal Gazette, August 18, 1779.

A Chaise was taken from the ferry near the bear market, about three weeks since, the body-carriage is painted cream colour, with flower pots on each side and back, in the latter is a cypher, O. T. steel springs, the inside light coloured cloth. Whoever gives information of said chaise, or will bring it to James Hallet, coach-maker in Broadway, will receive Five Dollars reward and no questions asked.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, January 13, 1777.

Chair.—To be Sold, a very neat one horse Chair upon steel springs, genteel harness; apron, box to take out, and otherwise every way compleat; was built this spring and has not been used more than three days. To prevent trouble the price is twenty-six guineas. Enquire of H. Gaine.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, June 30, 1777.

Waggon.—To Be Sold a Genteel-Waggon, lined inside, will carry four or five persons besides the driver, hung with good steel springs, a door on each side....Enquire of the Printer.—New-York Packet, and the American Advertiser, November 27, 1777.

London Coach.—To be Sold at the Coffee House Bridge, A very genteel London Built Coach, in excellent order, with plate glasses, seat-Boxes, Hammer-Cloth and compleat Harness for four Horses; this carriage has been but little used, the Wheels perfectly good. Inquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, November 21, 1778.

Lighting.—Flambeaux of white wax, necessary to all carriages in the evenings. They are useful to persons of fashion on a thousand occasions.—Royal Gazette, December 13, 1780.

Coach.—To Be Sold, a coach, the box moveable, with Venetian and common blinds, the wheels entirely new. Also, a pair of neat strong Coach horses, which are excellent either for the saddle or chaise, and have been used to the gun. For Particulars, enquire of Mr. Elsworth, Maiden Lane, where the carriage and horses may be seen.—The New-York Gazetteer, and the Country Journal, August 12, 1785.

American Chariot.—In England we build coaches for all parts of the world but a chariot was last week landed at the Custom-house, which was built in America, and sent over to an English family; this is the first instance of such an importation.—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, September 24, 1792.

John Barr, Saddler and Cap-maker, No. 54, Wall-street, Intends carrying on the saddlery business in all its branches; gentlemen of the army, and others, who please to favour him with their custom, may depend on being punctually served and at the lowest prices, having lately imported and has now for sale a general assortment of saddlery, consisting of mens anad womens saddles, saddle cloths, bridles with plated bitts, bridles with polish'd and tin'd ditto, stirrup leathers and girths, saddle bags, coat straps; buff, turkey, and black sword belts, shot bags and powder flasks, whips and fours, curry combs and brushes, &c. Also has for sale, best English made boots, best calf skin shoes, Coarse military and boys ditto, womens callimancoe and leather shoes, &c. N.B. Commissions to the country carefully attended to.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, July 1, 1782.

Bernard. Saddler from Cape Francois, Barclay Street No. 5 Makes all kinds of work that belongs to his line, Such as Saddles, Chairs, harness, holsters, Pistol-Bag Scabbard, &c. He likewise makes trunk matrasses and mends the old ones.—French and American Gazette, July 15, 1795.

Elias Botner, Sadler, From Philadelphia, No 85, Broad Way, opposite the Grand Parade, three Doors from the Corner of Wall Street. Begs leave to acquaint the Gentlemen of the Army and others, that he has upon Hand a few neat Gentlemen and Lady's Saddles, bridles, portmantuas, saddle bags, housings, and various kinds of saddlery, &c.—Royal Gazette, May 8, 1782.

D. B. Fletcher & Co. Sadlers, No. 185 Broadway opposite John Street Have for sale, a general assortment of Ladies and Gentlemen's Saddles, patent spring and common, plated and common bridles, best plated coach and chaise harness, do, with brass furniture, common coach & waggon harness, horsedresses, etc. Officers, soldiers and servants furniture, firemen's caps and buckets, trunks of all descriptions, portmanteaus, etc., Manufactured by the best European workmen...Likewise a general assortment of Amory's warranted Horse-whips....—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, October 28, 1799.

James B. Patterson Saddler, Harness and Capmaker....He has received by the Union from Liverpool, and the late arrivals from London, a general assortment of the first quality plated and common Saddlery....A great variety of plated bridle bits, Portsmouth sharps, pelhams and snaps plated sunts, buckles, tips and slides to match; best plated stirrups of various patterns. A great variety of patent elastic steel springs and common spurs, ladies thread and worsted reins, an assortment of silver'd and tin'd wane whips, canes &c. &c. with a number of other articles in his line of business. N.B. Horses fitted, and saddles made at the shortest notice, of the best materials, and warranted to stand.—The Diary; or Evening Register, July 17, 1794.

Harman Rogers, Sadler, Bridle-Cutter and Harness Maker. Begs leave to inform the Inhabitants of this city, that he is now finishing a large quantity of Fire Buckets, that for strength and beauty shall equal, if not excell any hitherto made.

Said Rogers hopes, that from his knowledge of that business, having worked in the first shops in Dublin, and likewise carried on trade for himself, will induce his friends and the public in particular, to oblige him with their favours. A specimen of his performance may be seen at the Coffee-house, or at Mr. Murrays next door, where orders will be received and diligently executed.—Independent Gazette; or the New-York Journal Revived, January 29, 1784.

Sharwin, Saddler, Removed from Wall street, to No. 21, Hanover Square, opposite Hugh Gaine's; for sale at his store a large and general assortment of saddlery wholesale and retail, for cash only, consisting of a quantity of best London made welted hog-skin saddles, from 9 to 16 dollars, with furniture; a number of common plain saddles, with...girth, stirrups, and cruppers, from 4 to 8 dollars...; bridles with silver plated...a variety of common bridles with tin'd bitts, also saddlers hammers and knives, and blades, prick irons and punches. N.B. A few setts of the best London made Chair Harness.—New-York Gazette: and the Weekly Mercury, July 14, 1783.

Richard Sharwin.—To be Sold under Prime Cost, All the stock in trade of the late Richard Sharwin, Saddler, deceased....assortment of Saddlery, wholesale and retail for cash only, to wit; A quantity of best London-made welted hog-skin saddles, from eight to twelve dollars, with furniture; a number of common plain saddles, with bridles, girth stirrups, and cruppers, from four to eight dollars each; bridles with silver plated and steel bitts, of every sort and fashion made use of by gentlemen of taste; A variety of common bridles with tin'd bitts, also Saddlers hammers, knives, and blades, prick irons and punches. N.B. A few setts of the best London made Chair Harness....—Royal Gazette, October 22, 1783.

Archibald Somerville.—Saddlery. Archibald Somerville...begs leave to inform those gentlemen who wish to accomodate themselves with easy saddles, that he can supply them with spring saddles equal to Walker's without the inconvenience of steel or whale bone springs, made on the London trees, and executed as well as the best London saddles....Field officers' gold laced, leopard, and goat skin hussar furniture, made in the elegant and fashionable manner. Saddles for exportation, trunks of all kinds &c. &c.—Mercantile Advertiser, (supplement) May 9, 1799.

Stephens. Sadler & Harness maker from Gibson's, London, No 80 Broad Way, opposite Hunters' Hotel, Takes this method to solicit the patronage and countenace of the public, not doubting from his experience and knowledge in the business, that he will be enabled to merit a share of their favors being determined to exert himself to give all possible satisfaction. N.B. Two Gentlemen can be accommodated with Lodging and Board if required.—Commercial Advertiser, May 28, 1798.

Acem Willson. Takes this method to inform his friends and the public, that he has just received from England, a general assortment of Saddles and Sadlery Furniture of all kinds; Which he proposes to dispose of, wholesale and retail, at reasonable prices, at his shop in the bowery, near the sign of the Bull's Head, where he intends carrying on the sadlery business in all its branches, and engages to execute all commands he should be favoured with in that way faithfully and expeditiously. A Journeyman Sadler will meet with good encouragement, by applying to said Willson.—Royal Gazette, May 12, 1779.

Samuel S. Brouwer.—Drums. The subscriber having previous to the late war, carried on the drum-making business in this city; he, by the advice of his friends, again undertakes the same. The gentlemen of militia, can be supplied with Drums, on short notice and reasonable terms, by applying at No. 5, King George-street, nearly opposite the German Reformed Lutheran Church. Drums repaired with care and expedition. Samuel S. Brouwer.—New-York Packet, June 19, 1787.

Thomas Dobbs, Arrived in the last Ship from London, Organ Builder, Harpsichord, and Piano Forte Maker, begs leave to offer his best services to Ladies and Gentlemen, who may have occasion for the above-mentioned Instruments; specimens of his abilities in constructing which may be seen, and tried at his House, No. 74, in Queen-Street.

He humbly trusts from his regular education in these branches and having been employed upwards of twenty years in a very extensive line of business, he shall afford perfect satisfaction to all his employers.

He repairs and tunes the above-mentioned, and every other kind of Musical Instruments, and has for sale, Organs, Harpsichords, Piano Fortes, Violencellos, Violins, German Flutes, Hautboys, Clarinets, Bassoons, French Horns, Fifes, and most kind of Wires and Strings for Instruments, as Violin and Guitar Strings, Harpsichord and Piano Forte Wires, &c.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, August 13, 1785.

Dodds and Claus.—Musical Instrument Manufactory, No. 66, Queen-Street, New York. Messrs. Dodds and Claus beg leave to inform the public, that they have lately imported, and have for sale, a complete assortment of well finished violins and flutes with all the keys, voice flutes, concert flutes, clarinets, hautboys, bassoons, French-horns, trumpets, fifes proper for the field, stuado pastorellos, Eolian harps, books of instruments, and strings for every instrument, pitch-pipes, tuning-forks and hammers, ruling pens, mutes in brass and ivory screws, bridge, music desks &c.

The Forte-Piano is become so exceedingly fashionable in Europe that few polite families are without it. This much esteemed instrument forms an agreeable accompaniment for the female voice, takes up but little room, may be moved with ease, and consequently kept in tune with little attention—so that it is on that account supperior to the harpsi-chord. The improvements which Messrs. Dodds and Clause have made in the Forte-Piano, has rendered it much more acceptable than those imported. The introduction of their new invented hammers and dampers, is acknowledged to be a great improvement, as also the means they have taken to prepare their wood to stand the effect of our Climatte, which imported instruments never do, but are sure to suffer not only from the agitation of the vessel, but the saline qualities of the seas. One great advantage to the purchaser is, that Messrs. Dodds and Claus make it an invariable rule to repair any instrument that may prove defective in the workmanship, if applied to within 2 years after delivery. At this manufactory every kind of musical instruments are finished according to the present taste, and with the latest improvements, as good and cheap as in the City of London. Instruments sold on commission, taken in exchange, let out, repaired and tuned, in the best manner and on the most reasonable terms. N.B. A good allowance is made to dealers in these articles.—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, September 19, 1792.

Dodds & Claus....Mr. Claus wishes to inform the ladies that he intends to manufacture piano fortes and common guittars the same as he used to do in London....—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, June 10, 1793.

John Geib Organ builder, Grand and Small Piano Forte Materials (from London) most Respectfully informs the amateurs of music and the public in general, that the Organ, he is about building for the Lutheran Church in William and corner of Frankfort street, is nearly finished and will be opened the beginning of next month, when it will be exhibited to view for a few days; by the indulgence of the trustees of the said Church, for the benefit of the builder, and to shew the public what can be done in this part of the world, as nothing belonging to it has been imported from any foreign country.

The builder flatters himself that the fullness and melodiousness of its tone, together with the neatness and durability of the work, and particular new movement, which renders the touch so easy as to be playable by a child, cannot be excelled. The plain elegance of the outside of the case, will appear corresponding with the inward work. The framer will, for a few days, display the powers of this work with an intent, by this view, to lead Amateurs of this country to a judgment, now, taking this organ for a pattern, which has but 800 pipes on the same scale, harmony might be increased by 600 pipes and upwards, and some of which 37 feet in length. The builder does not think himself only satisfied in the business, but would wish to meet with the approbation of connoisseurs. Notice will be given in a few days of the time appointed for the opening of the Organ with the name of an eminent performer.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, December 27, 1798.

John Geib, most respectfully informs the amateurs of music,...the Organ built for the Lutheran Church, in William and corner of Frankfort street will be exhibited to view from 12 o'clock in the afternoon till 3; and the two eminent men, Mr. Rausch, and Mr. Moller will perform for the time; when also a few anthems will be sung by eminent singers....—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, January 8, 1799.

Natton's Musical Instrument Manufactory.—Sales by Gerard Steddiford....the lease of that extensive building called Hattons' Musical Instrument Manufactory, pleasantly situated at the upper end of Broad Way near the White Conduit House....—The Argus, July 14, 1795.

William Howe.—New Music and Piano Fortes of a superior quality, just received by the brig Mary, from London. William Howe No 320 Pearl street, late Mr. Dodd's, respectfully informs the ladies and gentlemen of New-York, that he is publishing all the Songs, Duets, &c. in the Comic opera of the Shipwreck performed with universal applause at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane.

W. H. has for sale, every article in the music line, wholesale, retail, and for exportation. Also a general assortment of umbrellas. N.B. Barrels for organs accurately set to music. Old instruments taken in exchange or repaired.—The Daily Advertiser, July 5, 1797.

Mrs. William Howe...still carries on the business at No 320 Pearl-Street, and has for sale, Barrel organs, Piano Fortes, fine tone peddle Harp trumpets, flutes, Fifes, Clarinets, French Horns, Bugle Horns, Hautboys, Basoons, Concert trumpets, &c. with a general assortment of all kinds of Musical Instruments, Fiddle strings, Wholesale or Retail, with a great variety of New Music, lately imported from London....Likewise, different kinds of working tools, Turning Takle [sic], Ivory, Ebony, Working benches, &c.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, January 19, 1799.

Charles Tawse.—Organs. Charles Tawse, Organ Builder, lately arrived in this City from Britain, builds and repairs finger and barrel organs. He also repairs and tunes spinnets, harpsicords, piano fortes and guitars. Order will be received at No. 68 Fair-street.—The Daily Advertiser, May 23, 1786.

Peter Velat, Has just arrived in this city where he intends to stay: respectfully informs the Public that he tunes organized and simple piano fortes; harpsichords, small large and organised spinnets. He likewise mends, puts in tune, and makes small and big organs, such as organs in cases or on tables, he puts organs to piano fortes.

He flatters himself that any ladies or gentlemen who may employ him, will have reason to be contented with his works. No. 83 Warren-street.—French and American Gazette, July 22, 1795.

C. Watts, Musical Instrument maker, at No. 29 Broad street corner of Princess street, Is just arrived from London, and has brought over for sale two small forte Pianos, one of them on a new construction, with brass dampers. Likewise makes, tunes, and repairs all kinds of Musical Instruments. Those who please to favor him with their orders, may depend on their being punctually attended to, on the most reasonable terms.

N.B. Cabinet work done in the newest fashion.—New-York Daily Gazette, June 23, 1789.

Thomas Western.—Piano Fortes. Thomas Western, from London, respectfully informs the public, that he is just arrived in this city, and intends to establish here a Manufactory of Piano Fortes, on the same extensive scale he carried it on in London. He likewise will repair regulate, tune, and take old instruments in exchange.

He has imported with him, a large assortment of Piano Fortes from his manufactory in London, which will be ready for inspection and sale, on Monday the 23d inst. at his house, No 11, Great-Dock street, where he hopes to be favoured with the company of the amateurs of these instruments and doubt not they will find them of a superior quality in touch and tone, to any yet offered to the public, except such as has been imported immediately from his manufactory.—The Diary; or Evening Register, January 2, 1794.

Thomas Western.—Patent Piano Fortes, American Manufacture. The subscriber respectfully informs the public, that he is carrying on the business in an extensive manner at No. 13 Wall street, New York, where he has for sale, a number of elegant instruments of various descriptions, and different prices. The reception his piano fortes has met with from the public, merits his grateful acknowledgement, and supercedes the necessity of any encomiums on their excellencies, and as they are all manufactured under his immediate inspection, and the most difficult parts by himself alone, he will at all times answer for their goodness. Permit him to say this much, that the most eminent artists and professors in music have affirmed after fair trial and deliberate examination, that they are inferior to none. Indeed they go so far as to say, that their uniform easy touch and melodious sweet tone, surpass any they have ever seen. Thomas Western.

Old instruments taken in exchange. An apprentice of creditable connections wanted, apply as above, if he has a taste for music he will be better approved of.—New-York Daily Advertiser, January 6, 1795.

Thomas Western.—For Sale, at the store of the subscriber, 64 Maiden-lane. A full bodied mellow toned Organ, London built; it has power sufficient for a church or the tone may be reduced to suit a room at the pleasure of the performers; it contains six stops, with two pedals, exceeding well made, and in solid mahogany case. Also Piano Fortes of his manufacture, which he warrants sound and of the best quality & which is allowed by every impartial judge. Some second hand pianos of different makers', from 50 to 80 dollars, together with a general assortment of musical instruments and music. Thomas Western.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, May 11, 1799.

Archibald Whaites, Musical Instrument Maker, from London. Late apprentice to Mr. Thomas Dobbs. Respectfully informs the public in general that he makes tunes and repairs all kinds of musical Instruments in the best manner....his abilities with respect to the tuning part has been well known in this city for upwards of six years....His place of residence at present, is at No. 17, Frankfort street, nearly opposite the German Lutheran Church.—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, September 22, 1792.

Whaites & Chartes Musical instrument makers No. 19 Barclay-street, opposite the Roman Chapel, New York, Inform their Friends, and the public in general, that they have commenced Business together in that line and are in hopes to merit the patronage of the amateurs in music, as they are determined to exert the best of their abilities to make good instruments. They have for sale, Piano Fortes, equal in point of tone to any that are imported, and 25 per cent cheaper. Instruments lent on hire, tuned and repaired in the best manner, and on the most reasonable terms.—The Diary, & Universal Advertiser, January 8, 1796.

B. Bergman, Professor of Music, from London. Begs leave to acquaint the Public, that he teaches the Violin, tenor, and piano forte, ladies and gentlemen who may honour him with their commands, will be punctually attended. A line addressed to B. at Mr. Dodd's Music Shop No 66 Queen Street, will be immediately answerewd.—The Daily Advertiser, January 1, 1793.

Mr. Bingley.—German Flute and Violin, taught by Mr. Bingley who takes this method to inform his scholars and friends, that he has removed to No 115 William street, where he continues his instruction on said instruments.—Mercantile Advertiser, January 2, 1799.

Mr. Brown.—German Flute, Mr. Brown, from Philadelphia, proposes to accomplish a certain number of Gentlemen in playing well upon that Instrument....Mr. Brown humbly presumes the reputation his Performances have secured to him, in his profession, at Philadelphia, as well as at his several concerts in this city, will induce Gentlemen to become his pupils.—Independent Journal: or, the General Advertiser, July 20, 1785.

John Fala, Musician, Respectfully informs his pupils and the Public, that he has removed to No. 11 George-street, near the Brick Meeting, where he continues to give instructions on the Piano Forte, Violin &c. Those Ladies and Gentlemen, who may please to favour him as pupils, may depend upon the greatest attention.

Piano Fortes &c tuned in the completest manner. Ladies and Gentlemen taught to tune Piano Fortes, Harpsichords, organs &c.—Mercantile Advertiser, May 24, 1799.

George Gilford, Organist, Lately arrived from Philadelphia, Begs leave to acquaint the respectable Public, that he strings and tunes piano fortes, harpichords, spinnets, etc. etc. He also instructs gentlemen and ladies in the art of music, on either of these instruments, at a very moderate rate, and is willing to attend at such hours as may be convenient, either at their own dwellings, or at his house, No. 64, Nassau-street, next to the German Reformed Church.—New-York Packet, July 18, 1785.

William Hoffmetster.—To the Publick the Subscriber respectfully informs the Publick, that he is lately removed from Nassau Street to Ritter-Street, a few doors from Mr. Eden's Brew-house; where he continues teaching the Violin, German Flute and Harpsichord, at a moderate Price. William Hoffmetster.—New-York Museum, August 15, 1788.

John L. Klipstein.—Instruction on the German Flute...by his instructions: and he has, by his experience, acquired the art of filling a flute so very easy, as to avoid every symptom of pain in the breast, which is occasioned by irregularly blowing, he flatters himself, his very moderate terms, attention and assiduity, cannot fail to merit the attention of those Gentlemen who may please to honor him with their commands, at No. 82, Nassau street nearly opposite the new jail. John L. Klipstein.—The Daily Advertiser, October 17, 1787.

Andrew Law.—A Singing School, by Andrew Law, is opened at a large and convenient room in Crown-street No 30....he will give lectures in his school as they advance in knowledge of the art, and shall be able to receive instruction in that way....—New-York Packet, January 27, 1785.

Andrew Law.—To the lovers of Church Music. Psalmody is generally confessed to be a sublime part of divine worship, and it is now as generally acknowledged by those, who have an ear and taste for church music that this is performed in a mean and wretched manner in many of our Churches in this city....Mr. Law, an approved instructor at present teaching private School, has offered to open a general one for the instruction of every person in the art of Church music....—The New-York Packet, January 2, 1786.

Mary Lodner.—I the subscriber is desirous and willing to attend in any decent family, from ten o'clock in the morning, till six in the afternoon, to play on the Guitar for amusement (holidays excepted) Enquire in Mulberry-street near Mr. Hezekiah Ivers' rope walk. Mary Lodner. N.B. At the Sign of the Vicar and Moses.—New-York Weekly Museum, June 1, 1793.

Alexander Ogsbury.—To be sold. An Excellent Piano-Forte. Enquire of Alexander Ogsbury, corner of Crown and Smith streets, where may also be had German Flutes, instructions for do. and Piano Forte and Violin: Fiddles and Fiddle strings; Brushes of all sizes and likewise a variety of Children's Books, wholesale and retail, and a variety of other articles.—New-York Packet, March 27, 1786.

Philip Phile.—Music. Philip Phile, most respectfully offers his service to the Lovers of Instrumental Musick in teaching the Violin and German Flute methodically. Attendance will be given at his lodgings, No. 82 Chatham Row near Van de Waters; He will also wait on such Gentlemen as would wish to take lessons at their Houses. N.B. Musick at the above mentioned place.—New-York Daily Advertiser, February 21, 1787.

Mr. Reinagle, Member of the Society of Musicians in London...gives lessons in Singing, on the Harpsichord, Piano Forte, and Violin. His terms may be known by enquiring at No 17 in Little Queen Street, and at Mr. Rivington's. He proposes to supply his Friends and Scholars with the best instruments and music printed from London....—New-York Packet, June 12, 1786.

George Saliment, Professor of Music, Respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has removed for the convenience of his scholars, to No. 20 Wall-street, two doors North of the Tontine Coffee House, where he will continue to teach the German flute, violin, guitar, &c. Those ladies and gentlemen who wish to favour him with their commands, will be waited upon at their own houses, if most agreeable.—The Daily Advertiser, May 4, 1793.

John S. Slaiffer.—School for Music, Opened in the Maiden-Lane, by John S. Slaiffer, No 43, where gentlemen may be instructed to play on the violin, flute, and guitar, at one guinea per month....Few will pretend to contradict that the charm of music will sufficiently compensate for the trouble in the attainment of it. Music makes as great an impression on us as the bewitching charms of beauty; it humanizes the soul, and is in short the best companion for the gay, the wounded lover, or the drooping fair.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, August 18, 1777.

P. A. Van Hagen, Formerly Organist of the Principal Church and Director of the City-Concert at Zutphen, Respectfully informs the public that he has removed from No. 167 Barclay-Street to No 14 Dey-street and continues to teach the Organ, Harpsichord, Piano-Forte and Singing, likewise the theoretical knowledge of music. He has imported in the ship Lydia, Capt. Tobie, the latest publications of Music printed in Europe.—The Daily Advertiser, May 3, 1793.

Mrs. Van Hagen, Respectfully informs the Ladies that she has removed to No. 14 Dey-Street, and continues to teach the theory and practice of Music, on the Harpsichord and Piano Forte, with thorough bass (if desired). Also, the principles of vocal music and singing, according to the most approved method, and the present taste in Europe. As she has been several years Organist in the churches at Namur, Middleburgh, Vlissingen, and Bergen-op-Zoom, she also teaches on that instrument, as well as Church Music, as Lessons, Sonatas, Concerts, Etc. Mrs. Van Hagen hopes from her theoretic knowledge, and successful experience in the Science of Music, to be as fortunate in the progress of her pupils in this city, as she has been in some of the first families in Holland. As motives of delicacy may induce parents to commit the tuition of young Ladies in this branch of education, to one of their own sex and the female voice from its being in unison, is better adapted to teach them singing, than that of the other sex, which is an octave below, she flatters herself that she shall be indulged with their approbation and the protection of a respectable public. She has an excellent Piano-Forte, and will give lessons on that instrument at her own house, to such young Ladies to whom it may be most convenient.—The Daily Advertiser, May 14, 1793.

Mr.Webster best respects to those young Gentlemen who musical inclinations lead them to be taught the German Flute...to learn them to play a dozen or more tunes, with their proper flats and sharps, as the tunes may require, in the course of three months, otherwise he will forfeit the whole expence of teaching.—New-York Gazette, and the Weekly Mercury, May 28, 1781.

Musical Instruments...imported and sold by J. Rivington. Violoncellos Fiddles of various qualities; Guittars, excellent and elegant Florios, German Flutes, with six Silver Keys Do. with six Brass Keys Potters fine toned German Flutes Potters do. on a new construction Do. of inferior price German Flutes with extra middle pieces Second German Flutes, Third German Flutes Fourth German Flutes Mouth Pieces for German Flutes, New Tutors for German Flutes and Fiddles, English, or common concert Flutes English Second Concert Flutes, English Third Concert Flutes English fourth Concert Flutes Tabor and Pipes for country Dances, Regimental Fifes, Single Fifes Giardini's best screw Bows for Fiddles Cases for Fiddles with Locks and keyes, Cases for German Flutes Bridges and Pegs for Fiddles Mutes for Fiddle Finest Fiddle strings Excellent Bassoon and Hautboy Reeds, Cases with Holes, to deposit 6 of each do. Rosin Boxes, Guittar Strings Violoncello Strings Fresh Italian Fiddle Strings Crow Quills Musical Paper of various kinds A variety of modern Song set and music A new and excellent pocket Book for the German Flute and Fiddle. —Rivington's New York Loyal Gazette, November 22, 1777.

French Horns. A Pair of very fine toned Concert French Horns, with all the Crooks complete, made by the celebrated Hoffmaster. The death of Hoffmaster six years ago, has made his Horns invaluable. The lowest is twenty Five Pounds Sterling; they cost the owner that price. To be seen at the Printer's.—Royal Gazette, August 1, 1778.

Musicians wanted for a regiment, two good Horns, a Clarinet, a Bassoon, and a person capable of directing a band, to all of whom good encouragement will be given. Enquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, August 15, 1778.

Bassoon.—To Be Sold, A Bassoon, of an excellent and well approved Tone, formerly the Property of the famous Scammadine, who was acknowledged to be the First Performer in the Universe; the lowest Price is Fifteen Guineas. Enquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, August 19, 1778.

A Hand Organ, with two barrels, playing sixteen tunes, price Six Guineas, To be sold. Enquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, June 9, 1779.

Harpsichord, The best instrument in America, old and ever highly approved. The lowest Price is Sixty Guineas, a sum inferior to its cost. Enquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, September 15, 1779.

Guitar, of the finest tone, made by Preston, of his first quality and highly ornamented as a present to a lady, imported in the last London fleet, to be sold, price twelve Guineas, enquire of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, May 24, 1780.

A Song Book. This Day is published, a new and select collection of the best English, Scots, and Irish Songs, Catches, Duets, and Cantatas, In the true Spirt and Taste of the three different Nations. Being an attempt to improve upon others in the true Spirit of Social Mirth and good Fellowship. With a Collection of the various Sentiments and Hob Nobs in Vogue.

No pains has been spared to render this publication as complete as possible, by a judicious selection of the materials, thus furnishing novelty to gratify the taste of all sorts of readers; tis hoped the public will afford a favourable reception to the compiler's labours.

Price of these Three Hundred and Fifty Four Songs, neatly bound in red, only One Dollar. To be had of the Printer.—Royal Gazette, June 24, 1780.

Chamber Organ.—To be sold...a complete Chamber Organ consisting of the following stops, a Principal throughout, a do. fifteenth, do. Stop Diapason, an open Diapason treble, and two Row Sequialtra Bats, all its stops draw by halves, so that the bass or treble may be strengthened at pleasure; it has a Forte Piano, and may be blowed by the Performer in front, or by an indifferent person at one end.

The lowest price is One Hundred Guineas, the seller putting it up and tuning it. For further particulars enquire of the printer.—Royal Gazette, July 19, 1780.

Organ.—For Sale, a Beautiful, well-toned Chamber-Organ, plays an oratorio by the celebrated Handel, and forty of the most favorite tunes. Originally cost Fifty Guineas, and will be sold for Thirty.—Enquire of the Printer.—New-York Packet, October 20, 1785.

Music.—just received and to be sold by Samuel Campbell's New Book Store, at No. 44 Hanover Square, corner of the old slip, a collection of single songs set to music, instructions for the German flute, lessons for the harpsicord and piano forte.—New-York Packet, May 4, 1786.

Imported Instruments.—Jacob Astor, No. 81. Queen-street, two doors from the Friends Meeting-House, Has just imported from London, an elegant assortment of Musical instruments, such as piano forte, spinnets, piano-forte, guittars, the best of violins, German flutes, clarinets, hautboys, fifes, the best Roman violin strings; and all other kinds of strings, music books and paper, and every other article in the musical line, which he will dispose of on very low terms for cash.—New-York Packet, June 1, 1786.

Musical Society.—To all lovers of Music, whereas it is proposed by several musical amateurs, to establish a musical society, both vocal and instrumental, in this city, those gentlemen who wish to patronize and encourage this undertaking, are requested to meet at the Charity School room in John street, No 29 on Saturday evening, the 5th January, to consider and adopt some fundamental rules for said Society. N.B. Performers only are requested to attend.—The Daily Advertiser, January 3, 1788.

American Songster.—This day is published by S & R Campbell No. 44, Hanover-square, and T. Allen, No. 16, Queen-street, the American Songster—Price, neatly bound and lettered, Five Shillings. To the Lovers of music in the United States of America. Ladies and Gentlemen, It has been a subject of considerable regret, that a collection of the best Modern Songs, not only the production of America, but likewise those of Britain has never before appeared on this continent.

To remedy which the Editors have been at considerable labor in collecting from the most esteemed Song Books, published in Europe, a compilation, suitable in some degree to this country....But providing the present volume meets with encouragement from the Public, the Editors have it in contemplation to publish a second, when they flatter themselves they will be able to exhibit most of the principal songs wrote in the United States....The Publishers.—The Daily Advertiser, April 17, 1788.

Harmonia Celestia, This excellent and admired instrument, blended in sound between the grandeur of the Organ and the ravishing softness of the heart thrilling Lute, never before introduced in this Country, will be exhibited at Mrs. Amory's, in the Fields, this evening, between the hours of 6 and 8 o'clock. N.B. Tickets may be had at the place of performance, and of Louis Jones, No. 54 King Street.—The Daily Advertiser, January 23, 1793.

Piano Forte Music J. H. Smith. Before his arrival in this country, organist of the great Church of Schiedam in Holland, Informs his scholars and the public in this city, that he intends to have engraved, Lessons and favourite Songs, properly arranged for the Piano. He requests such ladies and gentlemen as will encourage him by ordering some copies, to send a card with their names for that purpose, to his house No 21 Princess Street, or at Mr. Dobb's Music shop. He has also for sale, one Piano Forte.—The Daily Advertiser, March 13, 1793.

Harpischord & Piano Forte Music.—Music. Fatter'd by the unbounded applause which the songs of the Primrose Girl, Jenny of the Glen, &c. have met with in this city and Philadelphia. M. A. Pownall and J. Hewett, are induced to publish them (with four other entirely new) arranged for the Harpsichord and Piano Forte....Conditions, this work will consist of the following pieces: 1st. Rossette's celebrated La Chasse 2nd. 7 Ballads composed by M. A. Pownall and J. Hewett, 3d. a Duett for two voices. Terms of subscription 12 shillings, one dollar to be paid at the time of subscribing, and the remainder on delivery of the work. Nonsubscribers sixteen shillings. Subscription received by J. Hewitt No 72 Courtland street.—The Daily Advertiser, June 15, 1793.

Musical Circulating Library. James Harrison, begs leave most respectfully to acquaint the Ladies and Gentlemen of New York in particular, and the public in general, that he has in preparation a very choice and extensive collection of the newest and most approved music of all kinds, which he proposes offering to the public upon the terms of a circulating library which will be extensively carried on both in town and country, correspondence with the first music warehousese in London, Paris and Amsterdam, will be constantly supplied with every new publication as soon as printed, which will be immediately added to the Library in the Collection of it he pledges himself to spare no pains or expense, by which means he hopes to merit the patronage anad support of a generous public. The library is now opened on the same low terms as in London. Subscriptions are received at his store, No 38 Maiden Lane, and good music taken in payment.—Weekly Museum, December 28, 1793.

French Yankee Doodle.—From the Independent Chronicle. Caire! or the New Yankee Doodle! Some persons object to the playing this republican tune at the New Theatre, because it is imported: Pray, let it ask are not the players, and pieces to be performed, imported also? Are not in fact the musicians imported? and shall we object to this tune, merely because it is of foreign growth? Certain No. Scarcely a tune that is played is manufactured in America; we must therefore have some imported tunes, and no one will so well please a republican ear as the French Yankee Doodle, alias CAIRE.—Columbian Gazetteer, February 6, 1794.

Music Engraving. William Priest, Musician of the New Theatre, Philadelphia, has lately imported from Europe a compleat apparatus for engraving, printing, and publishing music, in the modern stile, which is correctly executed under his immediate inspection, by workmen who have many years been employed in that line, in London. N.B. Letters post paid, directed as above will be duly attended to.—The Daily Advertiser, January 9, 1795.

Musical Repository.—Music. A Grand three unison Piano Forte, by Stoddart, with pedals, inside desk, &c. with a large assortment of grand Patent, square, portable, grand and small Pianofortes. By the most esteemed makers, just arrived with music and strings for every instrument, and the most fashionable songs, for sale at Carr's Musical Repository, William-street. N.B. An Elegant Pedal Harp, for sale, and some cheap Piano Fortes, as low as 60 dollars.—American Minerva; an Evening Advertiser, August 21, 1795.

Organ.—For Sale, a new constructed and very Elegant Organ, with 4 Barrels, and plays 40 tunes; has a harp on the back that plays with or without the organ tunes; also a drum on the side of the organ, to keep time in Dancing. The musick of this piece is very fine and soft, and yet it is sufficient for 24 couples to dance by—There is a great variety of tunes—some of which are excellent Psalm tunes. For particulars inquire at the office of the Minerva or at No. 4 Vandewater street, where it can be seen.—The Minerva, & Mercantile Evening Advertiser, May 22, 1797.

Imported.—Just received from London, and for sale at John Paff's Music and Toy store, No. 34 Maiden Lane, the corner of Nassau street. An elegant and most superb Organ in Mahogany case gilt frame, consisting of the following stops; Diapason, principal fifteenth open diapason and hautboys in swell, treble stop. The organ is worth mention and will be sold at a reasonable price. Also Bird organs and other musical instruments, a great variety of carvings in wood, with other curious articles. A quantity of small clocks, alarm and cuckoo clocks, warranted to go well, and will be sold from 4 to 20 dollars each.—The Daily Advertiser, February 10, 1798.

Musical Washing Machine. A Correspondent informs us, that a fertile genius, in the musico mechanic line, has invented a washing machine, which performs several favorite airs, during the operation of purifying the foul linen. This, one may suppose will prove a useful profection: as the persons so occupied, may be charmed with their work, by a succession of harmonious strains; and the sense of labor, through a repetition of 'Water parted from the Sea,' may be relieved by 'My Chloe left me in the suns.'—Weekly Museum, August 11, 1798.

New Music. Just published the New Patriotic Song, The Green Mountain Farmer, or, Adams, Law and Liberty. Sung with unbounded applause at the theatre by Mr. Barrett. Also Columbia and Liberty. Sung at the Theatre in Boston with great applause. To be had at J. Hewitt's Musical Repository, No 130 William Street, where may be had every article in the musical line on the most reasonable terms.—Commercial Advertiser, December 13, 1798.

Musical Instruments.—J. & M. Paffs No. 112 Broad-way, Opposite the City Tavern...Have received from London a great variety of Musical Instruments Viz: Violins, German and English Flutes, bassoons with and without the additional keys, clarinets, haubois, fifes, violincellos, flageolets, flutes, walking sticks, etc. Octave flutes, Potter's patent flutes with 1, 4, 6, keys, Astor's new patent clarinets, and patent barrel organs with drums and triangles. A street organ...and a variety of other bird and barrel organs, great and small Piano Fortes,...Guitars, Tambourines, and an elegant harp, a quantity of spring and wooden alarm clocks....N.B. The Street organ will be hired out upon good security.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, January 12, 1799.

Songs.—Raneleigh Garden, This Evening Act 1st Songs: Alone by the light of the Moon—Mr. Perkins, Sweet Nan of Hampton Green—Mrs. Mc Donald, The Highland Laddie—Mrs. Oldmixon, Nong Tong Paw—Mr. Jefferson, On the Lakes of Killarney—Mrs. Seymour, From Scenes of Love—Mr. Perkins, The Wedding Day—Mrs. Mc Donald, The Soldier Tir'd of Wars Alarms—Mr. Oldmixon, The Waiter—Mr. Jefferson, The Sailor Boy—Mrs. Seymour.—The New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, June 1, 1799.

Musical Magazine, No 209 Broad-way near St. Paul's Church. George Gilfert & Co, respectfully inform the Public, that they have received from London an elegant assortment of Musical Instruments....—The Argus, May 22, 1795.

The Progress of Balloons. Assist me, ye muses, (whose harps are in tune) To tell of the flight of the gallant balloon! As high as my subject permit me to soar, To heights unattempted, unthought of before. Ye grave learned Doctors whose trade is to sigh, Who labour to chalk out a road to the sky, Improve on your plans,—or I'll venture to say, A chymist, of Paris, will show us the way. The earth, on its surface, has all been survey'd. The sea has been travell'd,—and deep in the shade, The kingdom of Pluto has heard us at work When we dig for his metals, wherever they lurk. But who would have thought that invention could rise, To find out a method to soar to the skies, And pierce the bright regions, which assign'd To spirits unbodied, and flights of the mind. Let the Gods of Olympus their revels prepare— By the aid of some pounds of inflammable air We'll visit them soon—and forsake this dull ball, With coat, shoes and stockings, fat carcase and all. How France is distinguish'd in Louis's reign! What cannot her genius and courage attain? Throughout the wide world have her arms found the way, And art to the stars is extending her sway. At sea let the British their neighbours defy— The French shall have frigates to traverse the sky— In this navigation more fortunate prove, And cruise at their ease in the climates above. If the English should venture to sea with their fleet, A host of balloons in a trice they shall meet, The French from the zenith their wings shall display, And souse on these sea dogs and bear them away. Ye sages who travel on mighty designs, To measure meridians and parallel lines— The task being tedious—take heed if you please— Construt a balloon—and you'll do it with ease. And ye who the heavens, broad concave survey, And aided by glasses, its secrets betray, Who gaze, the night through, at the wonderful scene, Yet still are complaining of vapours between. Ah, seize the conveyance, and fearlessly rise To peep at the lanthorns that light up the skies And floating above, on our ocean of air, Informs us, by letter, what people are there. In Saturn, advise us if snow ever melts,— And what are the uses of Jupiter's belts; And (Mars being willing) pray send us word, greeting, If his people are fonder of fighting than eating. That Venus has horns we've no reason to doubt, (I forget what they all him who first found it out, And you'll find, I'm afraid, if you venture to near) That the spirits of cuckolds inhabit her sphere. Our folks of good morals it woefully grieves, That Mercury's people are villains aand thieves, You'll see how it is,—but I'll venture to show, For a dozen among them, twelve dozens below. From long observation one proof may be had That the men in the moon are incurably mad; However, compare us, and if they exceed They must be surprizingly crazy indeed. But now to have done with our planets and moons Come, grant me a patent for making balloons— For I find that the time is approaching—the day—) When horses shall fail, and the horsemen decay. Post riders, at present (call'd centaurs of old Who brave all the seasons, hot weather and cold, In future shall leave their dull poneys behind, And travel, like ghosts, on the wings of the wind. The stageman, whose gallopers scarce have the power, Through the dirt to convey you ten miles in an hour, When advanc'd to balloons shall so furiously drive, You'll hardly know whether you're dead or alive. The man who at Boston sets out with the sun' If the wind should be fair, may be with us at one, At Gunpowder Ferry drink whisky at three, And at six be at Edenton ready for tea. (The machine shall be order'd, we hardly need say, To travel in darkness as well as by day) At Charleston by ten he for sleep shall prepare, And by twelve the next day be the Devil knows where. When the ladies grow sick of the city in June What a jaunt they shall have in the flying balloon! Whole mornings shall see them at toilets preparing, And forty miles high be their afternoon's airing. Yet more with its fitness for commerce I'm struck— What loads of tobacco shall fly from Kentuck. What packs of best beaver—bar-iron and pig, What budgets of leather from Conoccocheague! If Britain should ever disturb us again, (As they threaten to do in the next George's reign) No doubt they will play us a set of new tunes, And pepper us well from their fighting balloons. To market the farmers shall shortly repair With their hogs and potatoes, wholesale, thro' the air, Skim over the water as light as a feather, Themselves and their turkies conversing together. Such wonders as these from ballons shall arise— And the giants of old that assaulted the skies, With their Ossa on Pelion, shall freely confess That all they attempted was nothing to this.

An Air Balloon, thirty feet high, with a Gallery and a Boat, to be adorned in a beautiful manner, is at present constructing in the Academy of Polite Arts, which will be launched in the academy yard, as soon as four hundred subscribers at One Dollar each, can be procured, of which timely notice will be given.—Independent Journal, January 8, 1785.

Balloon.—Description of a Balloon 24 Feet high and 55 in circumference, exhibited on the 28th of September last in Philadelphia, by Mr. Busselot.

This balloon was in the form of a globe, divided into 18 ribs, between which was placed blue strips, elegantly adorned with 13 silver stars; the whole supported by a red crown, fixed in the interior part of the balloon, with a dark ground, that had the most agreeable effect. At six o'clock, P.M. Mr. Busselot began to fill the balloon, which exhibited the most beautiful appearance to a respectable and numerous company. It rose with some difficulty, on account of the breeze having entirely failed; it ascended most majestically about 3000 feet, which distance from the ground it constantly kept until its fall on the Jersey shore, having in the course of 35 minutes vaulted about six miles in the air without any breeze.—New-York Packet, October 10, 1785.

Aerostation—This morning Mr. Blanchard made his 45th ascension from the prison yard to the aerial regions....At last, everything being ready, Mr. Blanchard respectfully took his leave of the President, who gave him a folded paper, which we suppose to be a recommendation to the inhabitants of whatever place he may light upon. After he had taken his leave, the president called him back and said something to him that we did not hear. Then the aeronaut, having bowed to the Spectators, ascended his boat, which was printed blue, and spangled with stars on the outside and, holding in his hand a flag with the colours of the United States, he threw out part of his ballast, and precisely at 5 minutes past 10 o'clock, the balloon rose slowly and perpendicularly to soft music, amidst the shouts and burst of applause of all the Spectators. The President took off his hat, and bowed to him as he ascended....It was indeed a spectacle as magnificent as it was new to us, to see this intrepid aeronaut majestically rise from the earth without betraying the least symptom of fear on his countenance, but smiling on the astonished spectators whose hearts were filled with an anxiety he did not seem to partake. As he rose, he gracefully moved his flag, as taking an affectionate farewell of his friends. `Bon Voyage, God bless you, all', was reechoed from every mouth, hats waved, hands lifted up, all testified the interests that every beholder took in the success of this bold undertaking. For some minutes the shouts of applause were suspended, and an awful silence best expressed at this moment the feelings of the spectators....Indeed we are at a loss to account for the little encouragement that Mr. Blanchard has received in this city....We are credibly informed that the amount of Subscriptions will fall short by 400 £ of reimbursing his expences. Our credit as a liberal Nation is at stake....About half past 6 o'clock we were happy to see Mr. Blanchard again in this city....he informed us his aerial voyage lasted 46 minutes, in which time he ran over a space of more than 15 miles, and then descended a little to the eastward of Woodbury in the State of New Jersey where he took a carriage and returned to Cooper's ferry and was at the President's, as we have already mentioned at half past 6 o'clock in the evening.—New-York Daily Advertiser, January 12, 1793.

Forty-sixth Ascension.—The Celebrated aeronaut Blanchard, has opened a subscription to enable him to effect a forty sixth ascension. He is to have a fellow traveller, whose name has not yet trnspired. The car in which they are to be borne is to be octagonal, representing a fort and to be water proof.—The Herald, June 18, 1796.

Subscription for Flight of Balloon.—G. Baker, Having given Mr. Blanchard the fullest assurances, that the liberality of the Citizens of New York was such, that it would be easy to raise 3,000 by subscription, as a reward for his sublime aeriel flight. This liberality is daily becoming exemplified by the increased subscriptions, but the fatigues of waiting on the citizens at this very warm season, is very great. G. B. particularly solicits, that those liberal ladies and gentlemen, who wish to be partakers in the great expence that will attend the preparations of this very interesting scene, are requested to subscribe on some of the subscription papers which are left at the coffee houses and other public places, as soon as possible, which will very much fecilitate the undertaking.

It is expected, that the Balloon will be suspended to be seen by subscribers, in about two weeks, and the ascention will be made with all convenient speed, of which at least two weeks notice will be given, before the day fixed on for the Flight. Considerable more than one Thousand Dollars is already subscribed, and Three Thousand will secure the object, so as to place Messrs Blanchard and Baker in the Delightful aerial Regions.—The Argus, July 12, 1796.

Balloon. Messrs Blanchard & Baker have the pleasure to inform the subscribers, and other citizens of New-York, that the Balloon is arrived from Boston, and that it is at the house adjoining to where the ascension will take place; that the house will be erected to suspend the Balloon in with all speed, and the Amphitheatre will also be built as soon as possible; and that the tickets will be prepared and ready for delivery within a few days, when the subscribers will be waited on. It is hoped that no person will lose the present opportunity of purchasing a ticket to see the Balloon and all the apparatus for inflating it; as it must be expected that the present ascension will be the last in America, on account of the great expence attending this charming philosophical experiment.—The Diary, August 18, 1796.

Parachute.—Philosophical Experiment of a Parachute. Mr. Blanchard has just now made, with no small expence, a new solid Air Balloon, which neither stones or snow balls can destroy, as they did the former, at the moment of departure. This tri-coloured Balloon, loaded with a parachute, and several quadrupeds, will ascend from the Ball Alley, this Day, the 4th of March between 3 and 4 o'clock, P. M.—provided there is not wind or rain. The tickets of admission will cost but 4 shillings, and will be sold on the spot, Broadway, No. 247, this morning. P. S. The large Balloon of 1200 ells of Taffeta, destined to the 46th ascension of Mr. Blanchard, is likewise finished, and will be exposed to public view in a few days. The subscription will be continued at the house of a generally esteemed lawyer.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, March 4, 1797.

Wax Works. To Be Seen at No. 100, the upper end of Queen-Street, at the House formerly occupied by Mrs. Wright, the Story of Bell and the Dragon, as large as life, with several other curious Figures. Admittance from nine in the Morning till nine at Night. Money received at the door, price, three shillings.—New-York Packet, October 20, 1785.

Mrs. Patience Lovell Wright.—It is with the utmost regret that we acquaint the public with the death of the celebrated American, Mrs. Wright, occasioned by a fall in returning from a visit to our ambassador, Mr. Adams—America has lost in her a warm and sincere friend, as well as one of her first ornaments to the arts—Those brave fellows, who during the late war were fortunate enough to escape from the arms of tyranny and take sanctuary under her roof, will join us in lamenting her loss; whilst her attachment to America, and her generous and indefatigable attention to the prisoners in distress will render her regretted and her memory revered by her country.—The Daily Advertiser, May 16, 1786.

Wax Work. To be seen at No. 100 the Upper end of Queen-Street. The Portraits of Gen. Washington; the King, Queen, Prince of Wales, and Lord North, of Great Britain; an Indian Chief; A Nun at Confession. and a number of other curious Figures as large as life....Price 3s. Those who are desirous of seeing them are requested to come soon as the Exhibition will shortly be discontinued.—New-York Daily Advertiser, June 11, 1788.

Washington's Visit.—Monday evening last The President of the United States, his Lady and Family, and several other person of distinction, were pleased to honor Mr. Bowen's exhibition of Wax Work, with their company, at No. 74, Water-Street, and appeared exceedingly well pleased with the late improvement made by the proprietor.—Gazette of the United States, September 11, 1789.

Wax-Work, As Large as Life. The following Figures are exhibited at No 74, Water-street, opposite Crane-Wharf, viz. The President of the United States sitting under a canopy, in his military dress. Over the head of his Excellency a frame is suspended (also in wax) crowning him with a wreath of laurels.

The King, Queen, and Prince of Wales of Great-Britain, habited in cloaths which were presented by the King.

The Duchess of Orleans, of France, elegantly dressed. The Right Rev. Samuel Provoost, Bishop of New-York. The Rev. Dr. John Rodgers, of New York. The Rev. Dr. John Livingston, of New York. A Nun at confession; or Innocence and Beauty. A Friar in a Roman Catholic dress. A fine Woman asleep; or the Sleeping Beauty. Jack, just arrived from Sea, by the side of a country lass. An Indian Chief, painted and dressed in his War habit, holding a real scalp. An old hermit. Darby and Joan enjoying themselves over a basket of fruit, bottle of beer, pipe etc. Moll, a mad women.

Scripture Pieces. A Damsel presenting the head of John the Baptist, in a charger to Herodeas, wife of Herod, King of the Jews. Bell and the Dragon, King Cyrus, and the Prophet Daniel. Also, Several other Figures, some of which are constructed to turn their heads, open and shut their eyes, &c. to the admiration of the spectators. There are also a variety of curiosities.

Some of the above Figures have been exhibited in North and South Carolina, where they were universally allowed to be the most pleasing Curiosities ever exhibited on the Continent. The Proprietor has been at great expence in compleating this exhibition; he therefore hopes to entertain agreeably, all those who may please to honour it with their company.

Hours of admission will be from 6 until 8 o'clock, every evening, Sundays excepted. Tickets at 2s. 6d. for Ladies and Gentlemen, and 1s for Children, may be had at the door, at any hour of the day. Tickets may also be had at Greenleaf's Printing Office. The price will not be reduced in future.—New-York Weekly Museum, October 3, 1789.

Wax Work.Mr. Bowen respectfully informs the public, that he intends to remove the Wax-work from this city in the course of a few weeks. He returns his sincere thanks to those who have honored him with their company, and is happy that they have been pleased with his exhibition.—New-York Journal, and Weekly Register, January 7, 1790.

Wax Speaking Figure.—To be sold, That most pleasing and extraordinary phenomenon in art, the Wax Speaking Figure, with the likeness of Mrs. Siddons in the Character of a Grecian Daughter, and a number of other wax Figures, a brilliant Diamond Beetle, a paradox, and an alarm against House Breaking and Fire. Apply at No 7 Beekman street, where the same are exhibited as usual. Ladies and Gentlemen are admitted at 2s. each and children at 1s. each.—New-York Daily Advertiser, March 21, 1791.

Wax Speaking Figure.—To the Curious. Will be exhibited for an evenings' entertainment, at the corner of Beekman and Gold-street, that most pleasing and extraordinary phenomenon of art, The Wax Speaking Figure, which is suspended by a ribbon in the centre of a beautiful Temple, elegantly decorated, and is calculated to please, and surprise, by returning pertinent and agreeable answers to any questions proposed to it, whether spoken in a low whisper or in an audible voice. It will also ask questions which are always consistent with decency and propriety. The beholder may truly exclaim with the emphatic poet of nature, as though he had this very figure in his minds' eye. `It, tho inanimate, can hold discourse, and with the powers of reason seems inspir'd.'

In the same room is to be seen, other wax figures, a brilliant diamond Beetle, a small paradox, and alarm against House-Breaking and Fire. Admittance to Ladies and Gentlemen at 2s each, and Children 1s each, from 7 until 10 o'clock every evening (Sundays excepted.)—The Weekly Museum, January 5, 1793.

Museum & Wax Work.—At the Exhange, New York Museum and Wax Work. Mr. Bowen respectfully informs the Public, That he has added his Collection of Wax Work (never before exhibited in this city) to the Museum.

It is displayed in the centre of that spacious anad elegant Hall, surrounded by a very large Collection of Well-chosen Productions of Nature; which, together, now form one of the most pleasing and grand scenes ever offered to public view in America.

The following are the principal and most interesting Figures viz....Dr. Benjamin Franklin sitting at a table with an Electrical apparatus...John Hancock...Alexander Hamilton....Likeness of several beautiful young Ladies of different States. The Social Club, partaking of an Oyster Supper. A number of ugly female characters, in the School for Scandal—a laughable scene.

Mrs. Platt, the late Celebrated American Artist in Wax Work. The venerable John S. Hutton....Also, Two Mandarines, from the East Indies, dressed in the modern style of that country.

The Transparent Monument, erected by the Tammany Society...to the memory of that great and illustrious Man and Navigator, Christopher Columbus....On Saturday next being the anniversary of that great Event, this Monument which is placed in the centre of the Hall, (and surrounded with four beautiful Female Figures) will be elegantly illuminated, together with the Museum Wax work....The Doors will be opened at Candle light, and the Exhibition closed at Nine o'clock....tickets at two shillings to be had in the front room opposite the Door of the Museum without which no Person can be admitted. Tickets for Children, at one Shilling. Also annual tickets of Admission (not transferable) at one Dollar.—Columbian Gazetteer, October 10, 1793.

A New Exhibition of Wax-Work. Mr. Moulthrop informs the Public, that he has compleated a number of Wax Figures in large stature, among which are the followimg A likeness of the Rev. Ezra Stiles, President of Yale College, New Haven. A likeness of a young Lady of New Haven, Connecticut. Also a likeness of a young Lady of New York, one of the New York Beauties. With a variety of other figures. The Exhibition will be open every day and evening (Sundays excepted) at No. 406, Queen Street, near the Friends Meeting House Admittance one Shilling.—Weekly Museum, April 19, 1794.

Paintings and Waxwork.—A descriptive Catalogue of Bowen's New Exhibition of Paintings and Wax-Work. At Mrs. M'Euen's No. 75 Broad-Street, New-York.

1. An allegorical Painting, representing America:—On the appearance of Peace, she apppears in an extacy of gratitude to the Almighty.—Heroic virtue presents Liberty, attended by Concord—Industry followed by Plenty, and her train from a beautiful group expressive of population, and ships denote returning Commerce: This is a large and elegant Piece, valued at two hundred guineas.

2. David Garrick, Esq. Speaking an ode on the death of Shakespeare—On one side of the Statue of Shakespeare, is the tragic Muse, bringing forward King Lear, with the dead body of Cordelia, the Historic Muse, the Ghost of Hamlet, and Hercate by her magic power shewing the bloody dagger to Macbeth.—On the other side is the Sylvan God Pan, the comic muse inviting Falstaff, Prospero, Calliban, and the spirit Ariel, with the symbols of pastoral character behind; all uniting to express the extensive luxurious imagination of the great Shakespeare. Price three hundred guineas.

3. A scene in the third Act of King Lear. Characters present, Lear, Kent, and Fool.

4. Scene in the fourth Act of King Lear. Characters present, Cordelia, Kent, Physicians and attendants.

5. Media and Jason, a large and elegant Piece.

6. A scene in the fourth act of 'As You Like It.' Characters present, Rosalind, Celia, Sylvius, Phœbe, and Corin,

7. An excellent likeness of Mrs. Yates, in Media, Large as life: Valued at two hundred dollars.

8. A Scene in the fourth act of Hamlet, Characters present. King, Queen, Lacrtes. Ophelia distracted, and attendants. ` I would give you some Violets, but they withered all when my father died,'

9. David Garrick, Esq. resigning the stage to the Dramatic Muses.

10. Henry the fifth, when going to France detecting a conspiracy against his life.

11. A beautiful painting of Mr. and Mrs. Lowndes &c. of Maryland.

12. Mr. Ridgeley and family of Maryland.

13. Mr. Hanson and family, of do.

14. Diana.

15. Melancholy.

16. Susannah.

17. Contemplation.

18. A handsome English Lady,

19. Distress.

20. One of the muses.

21. Canute the great, reproving his courtiers for their impious flattery.

22. Mrs. Yates, in Media.

23. Bachus, Ceres, and Cupid.

24. Mr. Henderson, in the character of Comus.

25. A Mad Woman.

26. The surrender of Calais to King Edward the third.

27. Mr. Smith of Baltimore.

28. Mrs. Smith of do.

29. A beautiful Grecian lady, large as life.

30. George the second.

31. Admiral Kepple.

32. Three beautiful young ladies of Philadelphia.

33. Fanny, in the Maid of the Mill.

34. Potona and Vertumnus.

35. A Roman matron, sacrificing to Jupiter.

36. Vandyke, a celebrated painter.

37. Mr. Sterret and family of Maryland.

38. Mrs. Erskine, a beautiful English Lady.

39. Venus chiding cupid.

40. An excellent likeness of the President of the United States.

41. Hanniman a celebrated Painter

42. Aurora, Nymphs dancing, &c.

43. Time clipping Cupid's wings.

44. An Indian Princess.

45. Indian chief, corn-planter.

46. Do. do. Brandt.

47. A lady unknown.

48. An old philosopher.

49. A gentleman unknown.

50. A lady unknown.

51. A Musical boy.

52. Boadicea, an ancient British Queen, inciting her troops to avenge the injuries she and her daughters had received from the licentious Roman soldiers.

53. Venus, Cupid, and Satyr.

54. Mrs. Prichard, a late celebrated actress.

55. David Garrick, Esq.

56. Somnus.

57. A Spaniard.

58. Cupid, with a mask.

59. Governor Paca, of Maryland.

60. Judge M'Kean, of Philadelphia,

61. Henry the fifth, (when Prince of Wales,) surrendering himself prisoner to the Chief Justice, whom he had insulted on the bench.

62. The Hon. Richard H. Lee, of Virginia.

63. Governor Spaight, of North Carolina.

64. Mr. F. L. Lee, of Virginia.

65. Mrs. Morris, of Philadelphia.

66. A school boy reading.

67. Mr. Hollingsworth, of Baltimore.

68. First Act in Macbeth:—Characters present, Macbeth, Banquo and Witches.

69. Nymphs bathing.

70. The Seasons, represented by children.

71. A lady unknown.

72. Two do. do.

Wax-Figures. Rev. President Stiles, of New-Haven.

A likeness of one of the beautiful young ladies, of New-York.

A likeness of a handsome young lady of New-Haven.

Humphreys and Mendoza, in an attitude of boxing.

An Indian behind a tree, throwing his tomahawk at a soldier.

The soldier presenting a pistol towards the Indian. &c. &c. &c.

The Exhibition is open every Day and Evening. (Sundays excepted.) Admittance, Two Shillings.—Columbian Gazetteer, June 9, 1794.

Paintings & Wax Work. The exhibition of Paintings and Wax Work at Mrs. M'Ewen's, No 75, Broad-street is continued open from 9 o'clock in the morning till 7 in the Evening, everyday (Sunday excepted) after which time no admittance.—Weekly Museum, July 26, 1794.

Museum & Wax-Work. The public are informed that the Museum and Wax-Work lately received many additions—To the Wax-Work, a Sleeping Beauty of New-York—Two children, brother and sister; the boy is 4-1/2 years of age, and the infant 5-1/2 months; These are the likeness of two children of this city, and universally admired as two of the first specimens of his art. Two ancient Paintings 8 by 6 feet square. One represents the flight of the holy family of Joseph and Mary the mother of Christ with the infant in her arms. The other the Lion hunt, wherein the Lion appears in the midst of several furious dogs—these paintings are said to be some of the best in America.—Two very excellent and ancient Landscape Paintings, done in Germany—Chinese Lady Slippers—Mandarin Shoes and Boots—Malabar Shoes—A Boot without any seam—some Prize Shoes, men's and women's; some of the shoes have but one seam and that is closed inside, so that it appears impossible to have taken out the last. These shoes and the boot were made by a man in this city—with a number of valuable and artificial objects of various kinds: every day brings new additions of some kind—Such is the growing state of this collection.

The Museum and Wax-Work are open every day (Sundays excepted) from 10 to 1 o'clock in the forenoon, and from 3 to 5 in the afternoon; and on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings of each week, from candle light till 9 o'clock. Admittance Two Shillings, and children under 10 years, half price. Gardiner Baker Museum, in the Exchange.—Columbian Gazetteer, October 16, 1794.

Waxworks and Paintings.—Bowen's Exhibition of Wax-Work & Paintings, No. 75, Broad-Street, Is again opened for the entertainment of the Public, with a great variety of New Wax Figures, among which are the following: The unparalleled Murder of Marat, by Miss Charlotte Cordie, in France—a good likeness. Baron Trenck, in chains. Maternal affection, or a lady with two children. A Tea Party of little Misses. A Likeness of a beautiful young Lady of New-York, also, a large collection of elegant Chinese Paintings &c.

This Exhibition far exceeds anything of the kind ever offered to public view in America; and will be removed from this city the first day of May next. It will be open every day and evening from 9 o'clock in the morning until 9 at night. Admittance three shillings.—Mott and Hurtin's New-York Weekly Chronicle, April 16, 1795.

Wax Speaking Figure &c.—Great Secret Divulged and Exposed. The beautiful Wax-Figure, which has long been exhibited both in Europe and America as a Speaking Figure, and has caused so much conjecture respecting its principle of deception is now suspended in a beautiful temple in the museum. The principle, which is truly philosophical, may be discovered by two persons, who can hold a conversation through the figure by a whisper. The museum must be perfectly free from noise at the time the communication is made.

Amongst the many late additions to the museum, is an original portrait and very striking likeness of the late Governor Clinton, painted by Mr. Wright. A collection of mechanic Automatons Viz. 1. A cannon beating down the walls of a castle; 2. six stone cutters and four blacksmith's at work; 3. A pantomine, Harlequin, Punch &c. 4. Sportsman shooting a duck off a rock; 5. Chinese shoemakers; 6. Jealous miller and his wife &c. 7. Farm-yard, mill, miller, his wife &c. 8. Dance, by two soldiers and their girls to the beat of a drum under a cherry-tree; 9. Several Chinese tumblers—all of which imitated life, on mechanical principles....several warranted Electrical machines, with complete medical apparatus, for sale. At the Menage...largest collection of living animals, birds and serpents, ever seen together in America....G. Baker Proprietor.—The Minerva, & Mercantile Evening Advertiser, June 8, 1797.

Wax Work. Moulthrop and Street Respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of New York that their New Exhibition of Wax Figures, is opened at the house of Mr. William Treadwell, No. 5 Cortland street, this exhibition consists of thirty-two figures, as large as life, among which are the following characters. 1. His excellency George Washington, late President of the United States. 2. His Excellency John Adams, now President of the United States. 3. Dr. Ezra Stiles, late President of Yale College. 4. King Saul, in his extremity, consulting with the witch of Endor, and Samiuel raised. 5. David going forth against Goliath, with a sling and stone; the figure of the giant is ten feet high, with his coat of mail and implements of war. This is allowed to be one of the greatest curiosities ever represented in wax. 6. the late Gen. Butler, who fell in St. Clair's defeat, represented as wounded in the leg and breast, and an Indian rushing on him with a tomahawk. 7. Charles Grandison and his lady with two beautiful children. 8. The Connecticut beauty 9. The Friends beauty. 10. Maternal affection, represented by a lady with two children. 11. The Prodigal in high life. 12. A musical card party. 13. An old woman whipping her negro girl, or domestic disciple. The Exhibition will be opened from 9 in the morning until 9 in the Evening. Admittance one quarter of a dollar for grown persons, children half price.—Weekly Museum, December 9, 1797.

Wax Figures From Paris.—Oudin & Co. Respectfully informs the Public and their friends they have just received from Paris a collection of Ten Wax Figures, Eight of which in Bust represent the true Likenesses of the French Generals, executed by the first artists of that Capital City. They dare hope that these figures will attract the notice of the greatest connoisseurs of this City, being the Master Pieces of that art, improved to the highest degree. 1. Buonaparte, this famous General, who won so many victories over his enemies. 2. Masiena, the Cherished Child of Victory. 3. Macdonald who was chosen by the Romans to be their Chief, and to lead them from Naples. 4. Moreau, now at the Army of Italy, known by his rare talents, when he made so fine a retreat in Germany. 5. Bournonville, now at the Army of Brabant. 6. Serurier, to that of Italy. 7. LeCourbe, now on the Rhine. 8. Hoche, who like a Mediator put an end to the War of Vendee, and engaged its inhabitants by his policy to lay down their arms.

They will see likewise an exact copy of a picture which Buonaparte sent to the Directory, representing the Conquest of Jerusalem in Asia, by general Kleber; the entrance of the troops into that famous city, and the flight of the Turks. And another representing also, the great Battle which took place under the Walls of Verona, under the command of general Moreau against the Austrians. 9 & 10 The two other, are the Sappers of a natural size, who saved Buonaparte's Life at the Battle of Ponte-de-Lody, after having had his horse killed under him.

The whole may be seen at No. 112 Broadway, opposite the New City Tavern, from 8 in the morning to 1 o'clock, and from 4 to 9 in the afternoon. If after these fixed hours, there are any persons who wish to see this collection in private, on signifying their intentions, their curiosity shall be immediately gratified. Price Four Shillings for each person.—Argus. Greenleaf's New Daily Advertiser, August 27, 1799.

Electric Machines Of a new construction exceeding portable and convenient and which will operate in the most unfavorable state of the weather, made by Christopher Colles, at his Fig Blue manufactory, the Lower battery

He proposes to exhibit a variety of entertaining electrical experiments at his house on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, at seven o'clock in the evening. Admittance two shillings.—The Daily Advertiser, May 1, 1786.

Slackwire Performer.—By Permission. At Mr. Corres' City Tavern, on Saturday, the 21st Inst. The surprising performances of the celebrated John Brenon from Dublin, In the curious and ingenious art of dancing on the Slack Wire, Balancing both on and off the wire, without the assistance of a balance pole as it is at present performed in London and Dublin. I He balances a straw, or a single tabacco pipe on the wire. II Balances a sword on the edge of a wine glass III Goes through a Hoop on ditto. IV Beats the drum on ditto. V Walks the wire in full swing. VI Goes through the manual exercise of the firelock, loads and fires while on the wire.

The whole of his performance being Collected from the different parts of the globe, where such amusements are in repute, would be too long for this advertisement, his ground balancing being past description. Singing, by Mr. Brenon. Concludes with various Feats of the Dexterity of Hand.

To begin precisely at Eight O'clock. Tickets, first seat, four shillings, Second Ditto, two shillings to be had at the place of performance and at Mr. Mortons' printing office No. 22 Water-Street.

His performances will be continued on Wednesday and Saturday Evenings. Said Brenon cures the tooth ache without drawing. No cure, no pay, for the Poor. Gratis.—New-York Journal, & Weekly Register, July 19, 1787.

Philosophical Experiments.—Signor Falconi, at general request, will give another representation this evening, at the assembly Room. He will exert himself as much as lies in his power, to please the public. Amongst the several, a surprising natural philosophical experiments which will compose this exhibition, he will give The Chinese Talisman a piece which has been every where always admired. By the advice of some friends he has reduced his price to five shillings. Tickets to be had at Mr. Corre's and at Mr. Childs.—New-York Journal, &Weekly Register, July 19, 1787.

Speaking Figure. The proprietor respectfully informs the public that his exhibition is removed to No.7 Beekman, formerly called Chapel street, near the brick meeting house, where the curious may have an opportunity to gratify their curiosity for three or four weeks, after which time he intends to remove it to Boston. Ladies and gentlemen are admitted any time of the day at 2s. each, and children at 1s. each by the public's most obedient servant. Samuel Prince.—New-York Weekly Museum, May 22, 1790.

Rope Dancer.—...Hallam and Henry respectfully inform the Public, they have engaged for a few nights Monsieur Placide, first rope dancer to the King of France and his troop, lately arrived in America, who have been received with singular applause in the theatres royal of Dublin, Bath, Bristol and Norwich; also at Sadler Wells. Monsieur Placide has sent for his performers from the south-ward, who may be expected in the course of ten or twelve days....—Weekly Museum, January 28, 1792.

Air Gun.—To the Curious. An Air Gun, made by a young man, a native of Rhode-Island, but now residing in this city and which has been purchased by the subscriber, at a very considerable price, with a view eventually to make it the property of the American Museum, but wishes to reimburse himself in the following manner, viz.

He will exhibit it for exmination of all persons desirous of viewing it, and of discharging a shot for which they shall pay six-pence.

This Gun, when properly filled with air, will do execution twenty times, without renewing the charge, and for several times will send a ball through an inch board at the distance of sixty yards, to be seen at the subscriber's No 13, Maiden-Lane, every day in the week from 10 to 2 O'clock, in the forenoon and from 3 to 5 in the afternoon. Tuesday and Friday excepted, at which time it may be viewed at the museum. Gardiner Baker, Keeper of Museum.—The Diary; or Loudon's Register, February 16, 1792.

Rope Dancer.—Bennet, the Noted and Famous Rope Dancer from London, will perform this Evening at Mr. Waldron's Long Room in Great-George-Street various Feats of activity such as Leaping, Jumping, with Ballancing and Walking on wire, Dancing a Hornpipe on his Head, to conclude with a Humorous Song &c. the whole art of magnetism to begin at 7 o'clock price 2s. children 1s. If satisfaction is not given the money will be returned.—Weekly Museum, March 31, 1792.

Columbus Day Celebration.—At the Exchange, New York. Museum and Wax Works....The Transparent Monument, erected by the Tammany Society, on the Evening of the 12th of October last, to the Memory of that great and illustrious Man and Navigator, Christopher Columbus, who at a period of only 301 years past, made known to Man, a new World in the West, which we now inhabit: On Saturday next, being the Anniversary of that great Event, this Monument, which is placed in the centre of the Hall, (and surrounded with four beautiful Female Figures) will be elegantly Illuminated, together with the Museum and Wax Work, for the first Evening; after which it will be continued three Evenings in each week, viz. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays....—Columbian Gazetteer, October 10, 1793.

Jerusalem. A Model of the Ancient and Magnificent City of Jerusalem, as it stood when our Saviour was upon earth, made agreeable to the description of Josephus, is now ready for exhibition, for the entertainment of the Curious. It being famous in history for its superb and glorious temple, and other wonderful works, all which are elegantly carved out in miniature, and the mountains in and about the City, with a representation from where our Saviour was taken in the garden until his Crucifixion; all which is contained in the space of sixteen feet by nine.

Any time from ten o'clock in the morning until ten in the evening, it may be seen at the house of Mr. Lawrence Hyer, No 62 Chatham street. Admittance, two shillings. Children one shilling.—Columbia Gazetteer, November 18, 1793.

Telescope.—For Sale at the Museum, a good Reflecting Telescope made by an American Artist and magnifies 36 times.—Columbia Gazetteer, December 5, 1793.

Museum and Wax Work in the Exchange New York. For the gratification of the citizens during the holy day—The transparent paintings during this time will be illuminated; and the much admired American patent steam jack will be exhibited frequently in its real element. This elegant place of public resort, is allowed to be the compleatest and most beautiful in the United States; it contains several living animals and birds not to be met with in this country except in this place; also a great number of preserved animals and birds, amongst which are the male and female Ourang Outang, and a perfect Foetus of the same in the highest state of preservation. Here are upwards of 20 wax figures as large as life, and two mandarins from the East Indies. Here the art of man is much admired and astonished. The room is elegantly painted, exhibiting many of the most curious and singular animals, birds and plants in their proper colours; an arch has a fine effect, appearing like a sky, with clouds interspersed, and a thunder storm. This room is admired as the most proper and beautiful of its kind.—No person can be admitted without a ticket, which may be had in the front room opposite the door of the museum, at two shillings, and children one shilling. Also, annual tickets not transferable for one dollar. Gardiner Baker keeper.

N.B. The American Patent steam jacks may be had of Joseph Pearsall, No. 36 Queen-Street.—Weekly Museum, December 21, 1793.

Meteorological Obervation, Made from a Thermometer kept in the cupola of the Museum at the Exchange, in the city of New-York 1794. By Citizen G. Baker keeper of the museum....—Columbian Gazetteer, February 3, 1794.

Guillotine.—Late additions to the Museum. The Keeper of the Museum, respectfully informs the Public that from the late and many applications to see the Guillotine, there is a separate apartment provided in the building, and a complete Guillotine is erected, and a wax figure, which perfectly represents a man beheaded! This instrument will not be found on examination in miniature, but a complete Guillotine in every respect, and one capable of performing the part for which it was originally designed in France, being made after the modern ones, now in use in that great Republic....There is also a late addition of a most beautiful collection of painted Chinese Birds and Fishes, that were painted by the people of that country; in these paintings the beholder will discover the unrivaled imitative compacities of the Chinese in one of the finest arts of man, they are said to be equal to any thing of the kind, either in Europe or America; the collection consists of 19 Birds and 12 fish all the colours copied from the life.

Every visitor to the Museum, may if they wish, have access to the Guillotine, it may be seen with the beheaded figure, or by itself; when the machine is seen alone, nothing appears horrible. G. Baker Keeper.—Columbian Gazetteer, March 31, 1794.

Collection of Birds.—A new and Beautiful Museum. The subscriber informs the public, that there is contained in the front apartments, of the present Museum, the largest collection of Birds, Butterflies, Insects and Beatles in America; from Europe, Asia, Africa and America. The collection contains near 600 Birds, upwards of 2000 Insects, some most elegant Paintings, a ship of 14 guns completely rigged, made entirely of Glass, a Concert Musical Clock which plays five different instruments, the Harpsicord, Piano Forte, 2 flutes and the Organ; this Clock cost near 800 Dollars. Admittance into this Museum three shillings or four for inspecting both Museums. Gardiner Baker.—Weekly Museum, July 26, 1794.

New Museum. Contained in the Front Rooms opposite the entrance of the Museum & Wax-Work. Price of admittance Three Shillings—or Four Shillings for examining this collection with the Museum and Wax-Work.

Catalogue of articles contained in this Collection.

I. Musical Concert Eight day day Clock, shewing the Hour, Minutes, Second, and Day of the month.—Musical part.—Plays a number of tunes (and any number may be added to it) with five instruments viz. Harpsichord, Piana-Forte, a first and second Flute and organ; these instruments may all be played together, forming one of the most beautiful, sublime and soft concerts that the ear can wish: At any stage of the tune that it may be playing, the Flutes, may be stopped, and the Piano Forte and Harpsichord left to perform alone; or the Harpsichord and Piano may be stopped as the Flutes, and they may be left to perform alone; so that the instruments may be separated and united in any stage of the music, and it may be made to performed fast or slow, as required.

This Clock was designed and executed by Mr. Henry Moelsinger, Clock and Watchmaker, who arrived at Philadelphia in autumn last (from Manheim, in Germany) where he now follows his business, but expects shortly to reside in this city.

Description of the Case.

The case is made of the best Mahogany, by a most excellent workman. The architecture is of an entire new construction, and is of an irregular form very pleasing to the eye, having no analogy to the customary method of making clock cases; and will be found to form an elegant pattern. The cabinet-makers, Mess. Gifford and Scotland, will be intitled to much merit for this design and execution, with the Paintings and decoration—On the Pedestal appear two beautiful youths, represented playing upon flutes, very animated; above these appear a very handsome Lady, seated under a rich canopy, (beautifully decorated with drapery) playing the Piano-Forte; above, on the top of the canopy a small globe appears, surrounded by a beautiful sky with clouds interspersed. An Eagle hovering, suspending in its beak, a shield with the fifteen united stripes, in one talon an olive branch, in the other a bundle of arrows; above these is seen glittering rays with fifteen stars interspersed, and over this the eye of Providence. On the top of the Case, is seen, in burnished gold, in the centre, Fame, with his trumpet, in a handsome attitude; on his right, Justice, and on his left Liberty—very handsomely finished. The painting was executed by Mr. Joseph Weaver, and the gilding and carving by Mr. Harding, both of this city.

This Clock and Case cost upward of Eight Hundred Dollars.

II. A Glass Republican Ship.—This ship is ten inches in length, mounts fourteen guns, and with all the rigging is made entirely of glass, (the colors and figurehead excepted) all the ropes and rigging being very nicely proportioned.

III. A very fine Camera, for viewing prints; with fifty colored views of the most elegant buildings of ancient Rome, with some of it antiquities. Six very handsome paintings of the first kind, being views in France.

IV. Fifty eight cases with glass in front, containing near 600 Birds from Europe, Asia, Africa, and America; Here the book of nature is unfolded, the Gold and Silver Pheasants of China—and the following families amongst which are 6 Parrots of different species, 10 Parroquets, 9 Woodpeckers, 7 Cuckoos, 10 Pigeons, 5 Toucans or bill birds, 16 Humming birds, about 20 Hawks, birds of bray, 14 Starlings and black-birds, 11 Jays, 12 Robins, 12 Butcher birds of prey, 23 Nightingales, 21 Sparrows and Yellow-hammers 28 Widdow-birds, Canary birds, Sparrows, and Greenfinches, 16 Wood peckers, 19 Tangara, 27 Bullfinches, Goldfinches and Tomtits, 23 Linnets and Red throats, 9 Swallows, 11 Larks, 21 Sparrows, Greenfinches, Chaffinches and Linnets, 7 Owls, 12 black birds and Pratlers.—With a great number that are not classed in families.

And between 2 and 3000 insects, such as butterflies, stinging bees, Biting flies and Beetles—One box 26 by 18 inches, contains one thousand and forty-two different species of Beetles arranged in families.

This collection of birds and insects, for their state of preservation, classification, arrangement, and beautiful order, is said not to be excelled, at this time, in any part of the world. Gardiner Baker.

New-Museum, in the front rooms of the Exchange, October 16, 1794.—Columbian Gazetteer>, October 16, 1794.

American Pearl Mussel.—Original American Manufactory. The subscriber informs the public that he has manufactured several hundred paid of sleeve buttons. The substance is the Shell of the American Pearl Mussle, in its native unpolished state. It will be found on examination, to be plain and really beautiful, and is one of the most elegant natural substances for the manufacture of buttons ever discovered. (the richest and most valuable pearl is found in the shell of this mussle) these buttons are the first article that has ever been manufactured from the shell of this mussle, and is a most excellent proof that the fresh water brooks of our country afford a valuable article of convenience and ornament; the buttons are for sale at the Museum, and at the store of Messrs Staples & Sons, and Hawxharsts & Demilts, in Pearl Street. Gardiner Baker, Museum, in the Exchange.—The Herald, November 27, 1794.

Threshing Machine.—A model of a threshing machine on the plan recommended by Mr. Wright, has been presented to the agricultural Society of this state and examined. It remains in the Senate Chamber, for the inspection of the members of the Legislature; after which it is proposed to be deposited in Mr. Baker's Museum, for the benefit of the curious. It is said this machine is used in Scotland, and that it will thrash and winnow at the same time, 150 bushels of wheat in six hours. It is turned by a single horse.—The Herald, March 18, 1795.

Superb Obtique. A Beautiful Exhibition is just arrived from Paris, and to be seen at No. 62 Broad-Way. It is composed of an infinite number of the principal Views of all the towns and sea-ports of every country; of the Battles which have been fought in France; of the Cidevant Feasts given at Versailles and at Paris; the light of the houses will appear natural; the illuminations by the best materials. Also, may be seen the guillotine, the criminal executed, and the executioner holding up the head to the view of the people. This piece will not be shown but to those who demand it. The Cabinet will be opened from 9 in the morning until 9 in the evening in which time 10 pieces will be exhibited and 9 persons can be admitted at a time, at 2s per grown people and 1s for children, paid at the door. There is a decent apartment for the entertainment of the company. Broad-way No 62.—The Argus, August 25, 1795.

Self-Moving Carriage.—Amphitheatre, Broadway, this evening, Monday Jan 11. Self Moving Carriage. Mr. Perrette, Machinist from Paris, and other large towns in Europe, and Pensioner to the French Republic, has the pleasure of informing the public, that he has a self moving Carriage, which has been much applauded by the numerous spectators who have viewed it. An Eagle Automaton, suitably caparisoned draws the Carriage forward with as much rapidity as though it were drawn by horses; The driver seated in the Carriage, holds the reigns, and directs the course of this extraordinary Carriage.

Mr. Perette, intending to exhibit this wonderful piece of Mechanism, a few times in this city, respectfully invites the Ladies and Gentlemen to attend, and flatters himself they will be highly gratified. The Exhibition will be at the Amphitheatre, Broadway. Doors opened at 6 o'clock, and begins precisely at 7. Box 4s. Pit 2. Tickets to be had at the place of Performance.—The Argus, January 11, 1796.

Philosophical Experiment. Precisely at half past 4 O'clock on Monday afternoon, being the 8th inst. a very curious and extraordinary Philosophical Experiment will be shewn at the Museum. A small brass cannon will be charged in the presence of the audience apparently with nothing, the gun will then be conveyed to an elevated place above peoples heads, and discharge at command with a loud report, when no person will be near it, this is discharging a cannon without being loaded with powder or without its having a vent or without any fire being applied to the same. A candle will also be lighted instantly only by turning a screw. This beautiful experiment will, I flatter myself, please and astonish the audience, and I hope there will be many witness to approbate the same. Gardiner Baker Proprietor of Tammany Museum.—Weekly Museum, February 6, 1796.

Indian Dance. By request of several of the Indians to the interpreter, a dance by them will be performed at No. 5 Cortland street this evening at 7 o'clock. Price of admission for grown persons 2s. and 1s. for children.—The Argus, March 21, 1796.

The Automaton Writer, and Whispering Indian. The proprietor of the Writing Automaton, at the express desire of a number of Citizens, has, for their and the public gratification, taken a commodious room, No. 129 William Street, where he has made an addition of a figure called The Whispering Indian which will hear questions and return answers unknown to any other person if standing close by the figure. He will also exhibit other pieces of mechanism, well worth their attention.

The curious will here find ample scope for observation: and as no trouble or expence has been spared to render the Exhibition worthy of their patronage, the proprietor hopes for that generous support which has ever distinguished the citizens of New York. Admittance for Ladies and Gentlemen, 2 sh. Children, half price. The above curious pieces of Mechanism may be seen by any number of persons from ten o'clock in the morning till 12, and from two o'clock till 9 in the evening. It commenced on Wednesday last, and will continue every day, Sundays excepted.—The Diary, September 13, 1796.

Show Box.—Five Dollars Reward. A man...has gone off with a blue painted Show Box (which had a number of Pictures and a little Drummer on the top of it) 2 ft. and a half high....Whoever will take said thief shall have the above reward, by leaving the Show at the printing office. Samuel Luzerden.—New-York Gazette and General Advertiser, April 21, 1797.

Pleasing Exhibition. Curious Experiments by Mr. Salanka, He respectfully informs the ladies and gentlemen of New York that he will exhibit on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings at No 78 Wall Street, opposite the old Coffee house. The art of Legerdemain and slight of hand such as were never performed by any other person in America, but will highly gratify the spectators. Also the wonderful exploits of the Learned Dog....—New-York Daily Advertiser, March 16, 1799.

Tammany Museum and Wax-Work, Belonging to Mrs. Baker, Is removed to No. 212 Greenwich street, where the Panorama formerly was exhibited near the Bear Market, and will be opened on Monday the 20th instant, and every day in the week, Sundays excepted, and on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings until ten o'clock.

Where likewise is to be seen, that elegant and much admired Concert Musical Clock, which plays the piano forte and first and second flute, plays 8 pieces of music and 14 changes: which is now offered for sale. For further particulars enquire of Mrs. Baker, No. 40 Reed street, or at the Museum. Ladies and Gentlemen who favor it with their custom, may depend on polite attendance, as the greatest attendance will be given to all visitors by the keeper.—New-York Daily Advertiser, July 1, 1799.