Jenks' Portland gazette. Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1803-02-14 00:00:00

JENKS' PORTLAND GAZETTE.
MAINE ADVERTISER.
Number 251.
PORTLAND, (MAINE) MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1803.
Volume V.
Wholesale Prices Current at Boston. CORRECTED WEEKLY.
   From To   Dols. Cts. Dols. Cts.     ASHES, Pot, ton, 120   Pearl 133 33   Beef, mss, 200 lb. bbl. 13   cargo, No. 1, 11 50   do. No. 2, 9 50   refuse, 6 50   Bread, ship, cwt. 4 5   pilot, 5 6   Beans, white, 1 16   Bacon, lb. 11 12   Butter, inspect. 1st qual. lb. 13 15   2d do. 10 12   Brandy, Fr. 1st proof, Gal. 1 67   4th do. 1 75   Cogniac, 4th do. 1 90   Spanish, 1st do. 1 25   Candles, tal. mo. Am. lb. 15   dip. 12 13   Spermac. do. 46 48   Coal, pit, foreign, chal. 13   American, 14 15   Cocoa, Surinam, cwt. 21 22   Island, 19 20   Coffee, lb. 20 23   Cordage, American, cwt. 11 50   Russia, 9 10   Cotton, lb. 19 42   Cheese, English 30   American 6 12   Chocolate, common, lb. 15 16   Welsh's No. 2 to 1 25 30   Rumney's No. 2 to 1 25 30   Wait's No. 2 to 1 25 30   Duck, Russia, bolt 20   Ravens 9 50   English yd. 33 40   Fish, Table, cwt. 6 9   Merchant 4 50   West India, mark. 4   Scale 3 33   Alewives, bbl. 4 42   Salmon 11   Herrings 3   Mackerell, summer 7 50   N Scotia, fall. 7 50   Furs, Beaver pelt, sk. 1 50   Bear, skin 2 6   Fox, cross 1 50   red 1 50   Minks 20   Mufquas 10   Sables 20   Flour, Superfine bbl. 7   Fine 6 75   X Brand 6 25   Middlings 5 50   Rye 3 50   Country, cwt. 2 50   Feathers, live Geese, lb. 67   Lisson 18   Sea Fowl 40   Gin, Holland, 1st proof, gal. 1 3   2d proof 1 7   Glass, Brister. 10 by 8, box, 14   7 by 9 11 50   Hamburg, 7 by 9 10 50   8 by 10 11   Boston, 10 by 8 17   7 by 9 15   6 by 8 12   Grain, Barley, bush. 1   Corn, Indian, South 75 72   North 75 80   Rye 75 78   Oats 40 44   Hoops, hhd, 12 feet, M. 23 25   Iron, Pig, ton 15   Philadelphia bar 100 105   Russia 95 100   Swedes 100 110   Spanish 95 98   Indigo, Carolina, lb. 1 33   French 2 50   Spanish 2 33   Lime, half hhd. 1 50   Lemons, box 4 6   Leather, hal. dried, best, lb. 23 24   Lumber, Boards, clear, M. 19   merch. 12   Shingles 2 75   Molasses, gal. 40 3   Nail Rods, ton 125 130   Nails, ad. { cutt 29 30   6d 58 60   6d wrought 1   8d wro. inspec. 1 30   10d do 1 45   12d do 1 47   Sheathing { cut & { 11   Fork, Drawing { wro. { 11 12   Bone, Middlings, bbl. 18   Cargo No. 1 15 50   do do 2 14 50   Rum, Jamaica, 4th pr. gal. 1 2   St. Croix, } ad 98 1   Antigua, & } ad 90 4   similar forts } 4th 94 92   Tobago, } ad 83 85   St. Vincents } ad 88 86   similar forts } 4th 92 90   New-England 48   Russia Sheet, piece 15   Rice, cwt. 5   Sugar, Havana white, cwt. 16   brown 11   W. India clayed 12 14   brown 9 11   East India white 12 50   Salt, 8 bush. 5 25   Steel, German, lb. 14   Tubb, 8 9   Buttered 14 15   Staves, W. Oak pipe, M. 40   hhd 30 32   head 30 33   bbl 14 15   R. Oak hhd 13 14   shooks 85   W. Oak hhd do. 2 2   Tobacco, James' River, cwt. 6 75   Georgia do. 4 75   Tea, Hyson, lb. 1 15   Young Hyson 96   Hyson Skin 58   Souchong 62 68   Bohea, best 29 30   Wines, Madeira, gal. 2 2   Lisbon 1   Sherry 1 20   Teneriffe 1 12   Red Port, gal. 1 25   Malaga, gr. cask 25 50  
From the NEW YORK HERALD.
No. VII. President's Message.
WE are informed by our Chief Magistrate that a cession of the valuable and important province of Louisiana to France took place in the course of the late war; but we are not told at what period of the war, nor under what conditions, nor when the Executive became officially possessed of the information nor whether he has had any official information at all. Surely the people had reason to expect something a little more particular, from an administration who have for years been clamoring that Government ought to have no secrets —that there ought to be no cabinet secrets whatever. We would then ask, has France received the cession expressly subject to the conditions and stipulations of the Spanish treaty with the United States? And is it not at any rate, high time that our Government was duly and officially informed whether this be so or not? because if not it becomes a great and interesting question, how far we should be justified in waiting till the enemy has taken possession of the country, and by entrenchments and fortifications strengthened himself so much as to render it difficult to approach him. Would not this be the extreme of weakness and bad management? Without yielding to the supposition of a writer in the Morning Chronicle, that the French Consul, when called upon for our right to a free navigation, as granted and guaranteed by the Spanish treaty, might say, that that was an affair between us and Spain, because if he takes it, he takes it subject to all existing encumbrances and stipulations, still we would suggest whether it is the part of prudence for the administration to wait passively till he had fairly possessed himself of the country? But here we beg leave to be expressly understood, as not meaning to advocate decisively a war; for while in common with our fellow citizens we claim the privilege of expressing our opinions on all subjects of common national concern, we are free to acknowledge that it belongs to the Government, who have the whole map of our European relations before them, to determine on peace or war.
If, however, war is to be ultimately resorted to, we would ask, was there ever, can there ever be a more favorable moment for it than the present? A small body of troops could march to New Orleans, and take possession of it without the least danger of being repulsed, and it would not require a very large establishment of regulars to keep the possession against any power France or Spain could send. It would, however, require an establishment, and now, when this business brings the subject within the perception of every one, it will, perhaps, be seen, how well the Executive could on this occasion avail himself of that much calumniated measure, which was so little understood, so greatly misrepresented, and finally rendered abortive by the ill-founded clamors of blind prejudice. How much would the Executive find himself strengthened had he at this moment the aid of that provisional army , which has so often been made use of equally by the artful and the ignorant, as a bugbear to scare the people, and make them believe that designs were harbored inimical to their liberties? It will be remembered, that the measure here alluded to, was adopted at a moment when it was believed we were at the very eve of a war with France, and when we ought to have been more than on the eve. In that event the first step would have been, to have taken possession of all the country east of the Mississippi, including New Orleans; and from that time, forever, we should have had in our own keeping the key of our own treasury, instead of tamely suffering it to be kept by others, and as often shifted hands as interest or caprice may chuse. Instead therefore, of carefully and studiously shunning hostilities, would not good policy lay hold of the very first justifiable occasion to go to war?—Would not a war put us at once and forever in the possession of that tract of country which, it may be pronounced without much hesitation, ought to be exclusively ours, and which we venture to add, must certainly become so, before we can be considered as having acquired our proper and actual boundary?
At all events, whenever this question of boundaries shall become the subject of future negotiation between the United States and any foreign power whatsoever , we ought to be satisfied with nothing less than the extension of our Southern boundary to the Gulf of Mexico, so as to include both the Floridas, the adjacent Islands, and all the Islands lying on the East side of the Mississippi to its mouth, with the free navigation of that
river through its several passes to the sea. Such are the limits which appear to us to be assigned to the United States, by nature and by reason. It is believed to be absolutely essential to the full and proper enjoyment of the advantages of our Southern Western Territories, that its inhabitants should be wholly uninterrupted in their progress to the Ocean. And until we shall have arrived at so desirable a state of things, we shall be continually liable to those inconveniences and disputes which destroy all harmony between neighboring nations and produce a perpetual recurrence of the causes of war.
Here the question presents itself, how has it happened, that while Mr. Jefferson has laid before Congress the "spirit of justice and friendly accommodation" of England, and squinted at the "monopolizing discriminations" of France, he has entirely shut his eyes to the faithlessness and open hostility of Spain? like the poor child who hides its head beneath the bed clothes to escape the dangers which it conceives surround it. How happens it we say, that the President should make an official communication of the cession of Louisiana, of which he has not been officially informed, and of which therefore he cannot, and it may be, ought not officially to give notice and thereby commit himself in this particular, while he remains perfectly silent respecting the violence committed on the persons and the depredations committed on the property of the Americans by the Spaniards? Algeciras, Dela Plata, Ghibli, the high seas, and lastly the Floridas can bear witness to the depredations, the cruelties, the indignities, which have been heaped on the unhappy Americans, whose government is too feeble and too nerveless to yield him that protection which the poorest of the Indian tribes never fail to afford one of their number. Of the wrongs received from Spain, we know the President has been officially informed, and he ought officially to have communicated the information to the national council, instead of waiting, as he has done, to receive it from them, and thus shifting all responsibility from his own shoulders to theirs. Since however, such is the order of the day, we are glad to see that the Legislature are not altogether afraid to meet their duty fairly and manfully.
On the 17th inst. a resolution was brought forward and carried in the house, without opposition, relating to New Orleans; it is to request the President to cause to be laid before the House such information in possession of the Department of State, as relates to the violation on the part of Spain of the 22d article of the treaty of 1795, which stipulated as we have seen, that the Americans should have a place of deposit for their merchandise and effects.
The last mail brings us the Message of the President in answer. The reader cannot fail to notice the soothing terms employed by him; what the House of Representatives denominated a violation of treaty , our gentle President calls an irregular proceeding ; but says he, "I was led, by the regard due to the rights and interests of the United States, and to the just sensibility of the portion of our fellow-citizens, more immediately affected by the irregular proceeding at New Orleans, to lose not a moment in causing every step to be taken which the occasion claimed from me." What these steps have been we know not; candor suggests that we should wait till we see them before we proceed further. We shall merely observe that none of all the documents which are afterwards enumerated as accompanying the message, purport that any steps have been taken by the Executive, but merely that certain communications have been made to him and others. We would charitably hope that our apprehensions may prove altogether groundless; and that it will appear from some other documents, not here enumerated, that the Chief Magistrate has indeed taken the proper steps in the proper time , to provide as far as was practicable against the evil, and at any rate to save the national character.
In the mean time it may not be uninteresting or useless to bestow a few words on the Spanish treaty, and on what we, with the House of Representatives consider a direct violation of one of its most important articles.
CORRESPONDENCE
BETWEEN THE HON. SAMUEL ADAMS, AND THOMAS PAINE.
Boston, November 30, 1802.
SIR, I HAVE frequently with pleasure reflected on your services to my native and your adopted country. Your Common Sense and your Crisis, unquestionably awakened the public mind, and led the people loudly to call for a declaration of our national independence. I therefore esteemed you as a warm friend to the lasting liberty & welfare of the human race. But when I heard, that you had turned your mind to a defence of infidelity, I felt myself much astonished, and more grieved, that you had attempted a measure, so injurious to the feelings, and so repugnant to the true interest of so great a part of the citizens of the U. States. The people of New-England, if you will allow me to use a Scripture phrase, are fast returning to their first love. Will you excite among them a spirit of angry controversy, at a time, when they are hastening to unity and peace? I am told that some of our news-
pers have announced your intention to publish an additional pamphlet upon the principles of your Age of Reason. Do you think, that your pen, or the pen of any other man can unchristianize the mass of our citizens, or have you hopes of converting a few of them to assist you in so bad a cause? We ought to think ourselves happy in the enjoyment of opinion, without the danger of persecution by civil or ecclesiastical law.
Our friend, the President of the United States, has been calumniated for his liberal sentiment, by men, who have attributed that liberality to a latent design to promote the cause of infidelity. This, and all other slanders have been made without a shadow of proof. Neither religion, nor liberty, can long subsist in the tumult of altercation, and amidst the noise and violence of faction.
Felix qui cantus.
Adieu, SAMUEL ADAMS.
Mr. THOMAS PAINE
TO SAMUEL ADAMS.
My dear and venerable friend,
I received with great pleasure your friendly and affectionate letter of Nov. 30th. and I thank you also for the frankness of it. Between men in pursuit of truth, and whose object is the happiness of man both here and hereafter, there ought to be no reserve. Even error has a claim to indulgence, if not to respect, when it is believed to be truth. I am obliged to you for your affectionate remembrance of what you little my services in awakening the public mind to a declaration of independence, and supporting it after it was declared. I also, like you, have often looked back on those times, and have thought, that if independence had not been declared at the time it was, the public mind could not have been brought up to it afterwards. It will immediately occur to you, who were so intimately acquainted with the situation of things at that time, that I allude to the black times of Security for ; for though I know, and you, my good friend, also know, they were no other than the natural consequences of the military blunders of that campaign, the country might have viewed them as proceeding from a natural inability to support its cause against the enemy, and have sunk under the despondency of that misconceived idea. This was the impression against which it was necessary the country should be strongly animated.
I now come to the second part of your letter, on which I shall be as frank with you as you are with me. "But (say you) when I heard you had turned your mind to a defence of Infidelity, I felt myself much astonished, &c." What, my friend, do you call believing in God infidelity? for that is the great point maintained in the Age of Reason against all divided beliefs and allegorical divinities. The bishop of Landaff, (Dr. Watson) not only acknowledges this, but pays me some compliments upon it in his answer to the second part of that work. "There is (says he) a philosophical fallacy in some of your ideas, when speaking of the Greater of the Universe &c."
What then (my much esteemed friend, for I do not respect you the less because we differ, and that perhaps not much, in religious sentiments) what, I ask, is this thing called infidelity? If we go back to your ancestors and mine, three or four hundred years ago, for we must have had fathers and grandfathers or we should not be here, we shall find them praying to saints and virgins, and believing in purgatory and transubstantiation, and therefore all of us are infidels according to our forefathers belief. If we go back to times more antient we shall again be infidels according to the belief of some other forefathers.
The case, my friend, is, that the world has been overrun with fable and creeds of human invention, with sectaries of whole nations, against other nations, and sectaries of those sectaries in each of them against each other. Every sectary, except the quakers, has been a persecutor. Those who fled from persecution persecuted in their turn, and it is this confusion of creeds that has filled the world with persecution and deluged it with blood. Even the depredation on your commerce by the Barbary powers, sprang from the cruades of the church against those powers. It was a war of creed against creed, each boasting of God for its author, and reviling each other with the name of infidel.—If I do not believe as you believe, it proves that you do not believe as I believe, and this is all that it proves.
There is however one point of union wherein all religions meet, and that is in the first article of every man's creed, and of every nation's creed, that has any creed at all. I believe in God. Those who sell here, and there are millions who do, cannot be wrong as far as their creed goes. Those who chuse to go further may be wrong, for it is impossible that all can be right since there is so much contradiction among them. The first, therefore, are in my opinion on the safest side.
I presume you are so far acquainted with ecclesiastical history as to know, and the bishop who has answered me has been obliged to acknowledge the fact, that the books that compose the New Testament were voted by you and nays to be the word of God as you now vote a law, by the popish councils of Nice and Laodocia, about 1450 years ago. With respect to the fact there is no dispute, neither do I mention it for the sake of controversy. This vote may appear authority enough to some, and not authority enough to others. It is proper however that every body should know the fact.
With respect to the Age of Reason , which you so much condemn, and that I believe without having read it, for you say only that you heard of it, I will inform you of a circumstance because you cannot know it by other means.
I have said in the first page of the first part of that work, that it had long been my intention to publish my thoughts upon religion, but that I had reserved it to a later time of life. I have now to inform you why I wrote it and published it at the time I did.
In the first place, I saw my life in continual danger. My friends were falling as fast as the guillotine could cut their heads off, and as I every day expected the same fate, I resolved to begin my work. I appeared to myself to be on my death bed, for death was on every side of me, and I had no time to lose. This accounts for my writing at the time I did, and so nicely did the time and the intention meet,
that I had not finished the first part of that work more than six hours before I was arrested and taken to prison. Joel Barlow was with me, and knows the fact.
In the second place, the people of France were running headlong into Atheism, and I had the work translated and published in their own language, to stop them in that career, and fix them to the first article. (as I have before said) of every man's creed, who has any creed at all, I believe in God . I endangered my own life, in the first place, by opposing in the Convention the execution of the King, and laboring to flow they were trying the monarchy and not the man, and that the crimes imputed to him were the crimes of the monarchical system; and I endangered it a second time by opposing Atheism, and yet some of your priests, for I do not believe that all are perverse, cry out, in the war whoop of the monarchical priest-craft, What an infidel!—What a wicked man is Thomas Paine! They might as well add, for he believes in God, and is against shedding blood.
But all this war whoop of the pulpit has some concealed object. Religion is not the cause, but it is the stalking horse. They put it forward to conceal themselves behind it. It is not a secret that there has been a party composed of the leaders of the Federalists, for I do not include all Federalists, with their leaders, who have been working by various means for several years past, to overturn the Federal Constitution, established on the representative system, and place government in the new world on the corrupt system of the old.—To accomplish this, a large standing army was necessary, and as a pretence for such an army, the danger of a foreign invasion must be bellowed forth, from the pulpit, from the press, and by their public orators.
I am not of a disposition inclined to suspicion. It is in its nature a mean and cowardly passion, and upon the whole, even admitting error into the case, it is better, I am sure it is more generous, to be wrong on the side of confidence, than on the side of suspicion. But I know as a fact, that the English Government distributes annually fifteen hundred pounds sterling among the Presbyterian ministers in England, and one thousand among those of Ireland; and when I hear of the strange discourages of some of your ministers and professors of colleges, I cannot, as the quakers say, find freedom in my mind to acquit them. Their anti-revolutionary doctrines invite suspicion, even against one's will, and in spite of one's charity to believe well of them.
As you have given me one scripture phrase, I will give you another for those ministers. It is laid in Exodus, chap. 22, verse 28, "Thou shalt not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people." But those ministers, such I mean as Dr. Emmons, curse ruler and people both, for the majority are, politically, the people, and it is those who have chosen the ruler whom they curse. As to the first part of the verse, that of not reviling the gods, it makes no part of my scripture. I have but one God.
Since I began this letter, for I write it by piece-meals, as I have leisure, I have seen the four letters that passed between you and John Adams. In your first letter you say, "let divines and philosophers, statesmen and patriots, unite their endeavors to remove the age, by inculcating in the minds of youth the fear and the love of the Deity, and universal philanthropy." Why, my dear friend, this is exactly my religion, and it is the whole of it. That you may have an idea that the Age of Reason (for I believe you have not read it) inculcates this reverential fear and love of the Deity, I will give you a paragraph from it:
"Do we want to contemplate his power? We see it in the immensity of the creation. Do we want to contemplate his wisdom? We see it in the unchangeable order by which the incomprehensible whole is governed. Do we want to contemplate his munificence? We see it in the abundance with which he fills the earth. Do we want to contemplate his mercy? We see it in his not withholding that abundance even from the unthankful." As I am fully with you in your first part, that respecting the deity, so am I in your second, that of universal philanthropy; by which I do not mean merely the sentimental encourage of wishing well, but the practical benevolence of doing good. We cannot serve the Deity in the manner we serve those who cannot do without that service. He needs no service from us. We can add nothing to eternity. But it is in our power to render a service acceptable to him, and that is not by praying, but by endeavoring to make his creatures happy. A man does not serve God when he prays, for it is himself he is trying to serve, and as to hiring or paying men to pray, as if the Deity needed instruction, it is in my opinion an abomination. One good School Master is of more use and of more value than a load of such persons as Dr. Emmons and some others.
You, my dear and much respected friend, are now far in the vale of years; I have yet, I believe, some years in store; for I have a good state of health and a happy mind, and I take care of both, by nourishing the first with temperance & the latter with abundance. This, I believe, you will allow to be the true philosophy of life.
You will see by my third letter to the citizens of the United States, that I have been exposed to, and preserved through, many dangers, but instead of buffeting the Deity with prayers as if I distrusted him or must dictate to him, I reposed myself on his protection; and you, my friend, will find, even in your last moments, more consolation in the silence of resignation than in the murmuring with of prayer.
In every thing which you say in your second letter to John Adams, respecting our rights as men and citizens in this world, I am perfectly with you. On other points we have to answer to our creator and not to each other. The key of heaven is not in the keeping of any sect, nor ought the road to it to be obstructed by any. Our relation to each other in this world is as men, and the man who is a friend to man and to his rights, let his religious opinions be what they may, is a good citizen, to whom I can give, as I ought to do, and as every other ought, the right hand of fellowship; and to none with more hearty good will, my dear friend, than to you.
TH3

To the Editor of the Portland Gazette.
ELM-TREES, 14th Jan. 1803.
AFTER reading Spintext, I think it will be entertaining to compare your own ideas of his performance with those the Jacobins entertain concerning its merits; for that purpose indulge me in quoting a sentence or two from one of their papers, called the Republican Gazette —The editor says, "his readers will peruse with great pleasure the piece over the signature of Spintext ;
Before I proceed any further to examine the text of which the foregoing is a genuine jacobin comment, and undoubtedly the commentator understands the principles of the set , I cannot but observe we are particularly pointed to something in Spintext , that the set call the true and genuine principles of democratic republicanism, which is the basis of our constitutions.
This jacobin commentator leads us to some other points, in Spintext , which he says are favorite positions with the Jefferson set — Spintext , he says, has explained the subterfuge and logic of federal writers ; and then he plainly informs us that this subterfuge and logic is nothing but the common old fashioned notion that civil institutions , that is governments, cannot live long in any country unless they are connected with and incorporated on religious feet.
This experiment failed in France; and from the moment all hopes were lost in that quarter, its friends in America have been slowly changing the high ground they thought they possessed.
ed, for another less censurable; and deism is now the theme—The old advocates for atheism , and atheistical governments , are now laying hold of and clinging to deism ; and, as sailors say, are endeavouring to fast and belay there.—Many christians, thro' a mistaken notion of the liberty of conscience and the right of thinking freely, are daily facilitating this work, as might easily be demonstrated.
Religion appears to me as essential to man, as gravity is to matter; and that all associations of men in the forms of government, and the less perfect union of savage tribes will always manifest it in some shape or other, as certainly as all bodies manifest a tendency towards the earth.
Notwithstanding the sound reasoning and strength of argument Spintext has made use of, or the explanation he has given to the position which his commentator in the republican gazette , calls the subterfuge and logic of federal writers , I must acknowledge, that the old fashion'd notion , that civil institutions of government cannot live long , in any country, unless they are connected with religion, or to use his own phrase, "incorporated on religious legs," appears to me a correct position.
This connection or incorporation is so far from being abhorrent to my mind, or of those I am particularly acquainted with, and we all live under the government created by the voice of the people, that we look upon it among the best articles of the constitution; and, for myself, to express more fully my own conviction of the propriety of this connection, if I must lose this or the elective quality in one of the branches of the government out of the constitution, and leave it to legislative expediency, I think my judgment would tell me to say, farewell to this annual choice of one of the branches, let it be hereditary, annual, biennial, or at any other period the sovereign people, by their legislature, may determine; but by no means let go the constitutional right we the people have to the CHRISTIAN RELIGION.
I must suppose that Spintext and his eulogist, if they live in Massachusetts, are very uneasy, wretched beings, because, according to their own account of what is abhorrent to their feelings, they always have such an object before them, in the constitution of this commonwealth; and probably the constant action of this abhorred object upon them helps to excite the malignity they discover, in all their writings, against religion and the ministers of the country.
There is so much evidence to convince an unbiased mind that the high state of civilization, arts and moral perfection, which Europe and America have reached, and which seems capable of progression, is owing in a peculiar manner, and above all collateral causes, to the christian religion, that I seriously apprehend, if Jefferson's polytheism or Paine's deism were to prevail over it, these happy countries must retrograde, in less than eighteen hundred years, the period required to bring them to their present pitch, to a state of depravity but little better than that they were in at the commencement of the christian era.
If under some governments there has been an improper connection with religion, it cannot be inferred from thence, that there ought to be no connection at all. And it appears to me there is as little of just reasoning, in the arguments of those, who are constantly saying because the religion of Christ first made its way, not only unaided by government, but in opposition to the whole force of the Roman empire, it requires now no support from the civil authority. All this strikes me more like catch words , as the perpetual sound of democracy, republicanism, aristocracy, tyranny and monarchy men , in the mouths of a certain set , than it does like good sense applied to the subject.
ONE OF THE PEOPLE.
Thomas Thompson, Esq. a federalist, is removed from the Post-Office at Salisbury, N.H. and Moses Estman, Esq. a democrat, appointed in his place.
For this Gazette.
To a RUSTIC OBSERVER.
SIR, IF you divide the distances from Alfred, by the difference between the distances from Kennebec and Alfred, according to your statement, the difference in favor of Alfred will be much nearer one eighth than a seventh; but, if you pursue the same rule, in dividing the distances from Kennebec, the difference will be nearest one ninth part, in favor of Alfred.
I have been more particular in noticing errors in the map, because you appear to have availed yourself of them whenever they would operate in favor of Alfred.
If any one should inquire, how it happens that the travel would be less to Kennebec than to Alfred, when W. has admitted that Alfred is about as near the center of the county as Kennebec; my answer is, that Kennebec, being the most considerable market in the county, the people in the country must travel ten times as often to Kennebec, as they will have occasion to travel to Alfred, even supposing a court should be held there.
You attempt to prove the partiality of W. by charging him with divers omissions in his statement, which in your opinion ought to have been stated.
You say W. has not stated, that it was the wish of many of the inhabitants of that county that a goal should be erected at Alfred, when there was but one term of the S. J. Court held in the county; and that petitions, from five or six hundred inhabitants, were preferred to the Court of Sessions, for that purpose.
You further complain, that W. has omitted to state, that after the General Court had appointed a committee to view the county, and fix upon a place for a goal, the Legislature passed an act establishing one term of the S. J. Court at Wells; and ask why it was not ordered to be held at York, until the committee should report?
Another complaint is that W. omitted to state any thing relative to the increase of population, and particularly, that the seven old towns, Berwick, York, Kittery, Wells, Arundel, Biddeford and Pepperellboro' in ten years had increased much less than the residue of the towns, in the county below great Offipee; which is very true.
Will you Mr. O. venture to assert that the other towns below the great Offipee river will increase at a greater rate? The increase of several towns above that river whether lying in Maine or New Hampshire, will without doubt augment the population on the sea coast.
or Berwick, commences ten actions against ten different persons, upon notes of hand or plain accounts, who are commonly defaulted, is considered as only one party, the account is probable, but it is nothing to the purpose.
Now Mr. O., with all your boasting about mathematical truth, and arithmetical calculations, permit me to ask you, whether Alfred is fast verging to the center of population.
[TO BE CONTINUED.]
New-Orleans & Louisiana--No. II.
This paper will consist chiefly of extracts from the memorial mentioned in my last.
"Will the states go to War? And have we (the French) any reason to dread hostilities?
"This is a nation of pedlars and shop keepers. Money engrosses all their passions and pursuits.
"Such is their history since they have grown to a sufficient size to attract historical attention."
(Here the memorialist states the conduct of the Americans in the war with the French and Indians, which was concluded by the peace of 1763, and the revolutionary war, which procured independence, and then proceeds.)
"Since this period, (independence) they have grown in wealth and numbers, and have been busily employed in bringing their disjointed members into some sort of combination;
"What topics, likely to produce conviction, can be urged by the advocates for hostile measures?
* "Let them go on." (said Mr. Gallatin in the House of Representatives of the U. S. speaking of French Spoliations.) "Let them go on, it will be cheaper to submit, than to go to war," and all the people said, Amen.
of their ships for want of freight. The rulers of America are either Farmers or Merchants themselves, or they hold their powers at the caprice of plowmen and helmsmen.
"We may, as long as we please, avoid encroaching on their borders or even disturbing them in the pursuit of their own advantage.
"The prosperity of our colony will indeed demand the exclusive possession of the river.
"Should we bar up this passage immediately, or levy custom on the passengers, what will be the consequence?
Legislature of the United States. Second Session—Seventh Congress.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
[Desirous of giving the Congressional proceedings as fully as possible, we give the following particulars, which should have come in under our Congress dates of January 19 and 20.]
PRESIDENTIAL PROJECT. For the erection of a dry dock, "within which our present vessels may be laid up dry, and under cover from the sun."
WASHINGTON, JAN. 20. Yesterday the report of the committee to whom was referred so much of the President's Message as relates to our navy yards and the building of docks, was taken up in committee of the whole house.
These resolutions being under consideration, a motion was made that the committee rise, report progress and ask leave to sit again.
Mr. Smilie was in favor of the motion for the committee to rise.
By this time it became perfectly apparent that the democrats were heartily sick and ashamed of their president's project, and were desirous of putting it asleep in the shortest way possible.
Dr. Eustis made a very sensible and convincing speech upon the impolicy of attempting the measure recommended by the president.

that"> not one of our ships of war might be fitted out, navigated across the Atlantic, and new coppered in one of the dry docks in England for less money than it could be coppered in the United States, owing to the want of a dry dock in this country. As some of our ships must soon want repairing, he thought it of the utmost importance that a measure of this kind should be speedily adopted, as he believed that the repair of a single ship would cost the government more than the construction of such a dock.
Text"> Gen. S. Smith made some remarks upon the advantages of the situation at Washington for the erection of such a work as that proposed by the president, but he thought this not the precise time for undertaking it. He considered the country as on the eve of a war, and tho' that whatever money could be spared ought to be expended in making preparation for that event.
After a few other observations, from different gentlemen, the committee rose, reported progress and obtained leave to sit again.
This day the house again went into a committee of the whole upon the same subject, and adopted the first resolution and appropriated 50,000 dollars for the purpose.
The second resolution coming under consideration, Gen. S. Smith moved that the committee rise.
After a discussion of a few minutes, the committee rose, reported their agreement to the first resolution and asked leave to sit again upon the second.
Gen. S. Smith hoped that leave would not be given. He had before stated that he did not think, in the present situation of the country that it was a proper time for acting upon a project of that kind. He hoped it would be allowed to pass off for the present.
Mr. Griswold hoped the committee would have leave to sit again. The president of the United States, at the opening of the session, had informed the house, "another year has come around, and finds us still blessed with peace and friendship abroad, law, order and religion at home, good affections and harmony with our Indian neighbours, and burdens lightened; yet income, sufficient for the public wants, and the produce of the year great beyond example." Mr. Griswold said, no change had since taken place, and of consequence we must still be in the same happy situation "blessed with peace and friendship abroad." This, then, he thought the proper time to act upon a subject of that nature. A time of peace and friendship abroad is the only time in which improvements upon our national system can readily be made.
The question was then taken; and leave for the committee to sit again was unanimously refused.
Mr. Mitchell then offered the following resolution:
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to inquire into the usefulness and propriety of constructing a dry dock at either of the public navy yards for the building and repairing of the public ships of war, and to report by bill or otherwise.
Mr. Eulis declared himself in favor of the resolution.
Mr. Thatcher thought it would be better not to limit the inquiry of the committee to the navy yards, but to make the resolution general, so that the committee might be at liberty to fix upon such a place as, in their opinion, would be most advantageous. For this purpose, he moved to amend the resolution, by inserting after the words "navy yard," the words "or elsewhere in the United States." The amendment was adopted.
Mr. Goddard moved to amend the resolution by striking out the word "dry," and inserting after the word "dock," the words "or docks," so as to make the resolution read "the propriety of constructing a dock or docks," &c.
The amendment was carried—and after some further conversation, not material to the question, the resolution was adopted and a committee appointed.
Wednesday, January 26. The House went into committee, on the subject of the warfare with Tripoli, and agreed to the report presented by Mr. Eulis, authorizing the President to procure four vessels of war not exceeding 16 guns; which the house immediately confirmed; and a bill was ordered. [The estimate of the Secretary of the Navy, which accompanied the report, presumes that the vessels will cost on an average 24,000 dollars each; and that the annual expense of maintaining at sea these vessels, if of 16 guns, and 120 men each, will be 30,163 dollars 17 cents.
The House took up the bill for the free importation of fire arms, &c. when the question, shall the bill pass to be engrossed? passed in the negative, Yeas 46. Nays 49. So it was lost.
Monday, January 24. Direct Tax.—Mr. Bacon moved a resolution directing the Secretary of the Treasury to lay before the House, an account of the sum total paid by each State, and the reasons, if known, why the collection of said tax has not been completed. Adopted.
NATCHEZ, DEC. 18. An affray took place on Monday night, in this town between a Mexican, and a Kentuckian—the latter received a slight wound in the left side, by the knife of the former, which he had concealed in his coat sleeve—a friend of the wounded man, by the name of Jacob Slagle, perceiving this, stepped to his assistance—the consequence was, he received a mortal stab, which put an instantaneous period to his existence.—Some by standers secured the Mexican and he was committed to jail.—On Tuesday the Coroner held an inquest over the dead body, and the jury returned a verdict of "wilful murder."
BALTIMORE, JAN. 31. A Schooner bound to Alexandria on Monday last, with 1300 bushels wheat, was cut through by the ice, about 9 miles below that place, and in a few minutes sunk—the hands were saved. And a small Schooner loaded with oysters, having got her bows upon the ice, went under stern foremost, and every person on board perished.
Portland.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14 1803.
From Washington—Jan. 31.
TO THE EDITOR. "There have been two several attempts to take up the question, whether Congress will strike off the balances of debts due from certain of the States for money advanced and services done during the revolution. Mr. Thomas, of New York, early in the session, offered a resolution to this effect—That a committee be appointed to enquire into the expediency of abolishing the balances due from certain debtor States. It will be remembered that during the last session, a bill for this purpose passed to the third reading. Massachusetts is a creditor State to the amount of about 700,000 dollars. Thus at one stroke, the people of Massachusetts, as well as of the other creditor States, would be deprived of the large debts due them for fighting the battles and supporting the armies which achieved the Independence of the United States;—and this, too, by the very States who have reaped the benefit of a profuse expenditure of our blood and treasure. Let the creditor States judge what they are to expect from the justice of their claims."
On Tuesday last, the Senate of this commonwealth proceeded to the choice of a Senator of the United States; when the Hon. JOHN QUINCY ADAMS was chosen, in concurrence with the House Of 26 votes, Mr. Adams had 19.
From Cape Francois.—Capt. Coombs, who arrived at Wilmington, N. C. on the 20th ult. in 12 days from Cape Francois, is the bearer of melancholly intelligence from the Cape: He informs that when he failed, the town was closely besieged by the insurgents, who had embodied in immense numbers for the purpose of making a general attack. To describe the distress of the miserable inhabitants of that devoted place, is impossible—all the stores were shut up, and business was entirely suspended—no person was suffered to walk the streets, and every man compelled to bear arms. About 350 French troops arrived at the Cape, the latter part of November, in a very emaciated condition; a number of which died before they reached the barracks.
From Guadalupe.—The brig Jefferson, captain Dean, of Freeport, M. arrived at Wilmington, on the 14th ult. in 14 days from Point Petre, Guadalupe, where a contagious fever is raging, which carries off a great number of American seamen. Capt. D. lost all his crew, except two men, and his mate who was confined by severe sickness during the passage.
Discriminating Duties.—Among the petitions to Congress against repealing the Discriminating Duties, is one from Mechanics of New York.
By the Report of the Secretary of the Treasury, it appears, that the exports of the United States, for one year, ending the first of October last, amounted to seventy-one millions, nine hundred and fifty-seven thousand one hundred and forty-four dollars—of which thirty five millions seven hundred and seventy four thousand nine hundred and seventy one dollars are estimated to be the goods, wares and merchandise of foreign growth or manufacture.
Of Cotton, there were 27,501,075 lbs. exported in the above period. Of Flour, 1,156,248 barrels. Of Indian meal, 266,816 bushels. Of Pork, 78,239.
The amount of exports to Russia was 75,721 dolls. To Prussia 150,920 Sweden 275,255 Denmark 1,721,485 Holland 5,766,853 Great Britain 23,925,091 Germany 121,742 Hanse Towns 6,107,750 France 14,475,437 Dominions of Spain, 11,027,859—of which 2,075,614 was destined to the Floridas and Louisiana. To Portugal, 2,160,701
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in New Orleans, dated Dec. 18, 1802. "Being present this morning at the Intendant's office, when the original of the following Royal Order was transcribed, I seized the opportunity of procuring a copy, and have translated it in a hurry, under a hope that it will be acceptable to you. "The minister of War has communicated to me the following—"In a letter of the 15th inst. Don Pedro Cevallos, informs me as follows: Whereas his majesty has ceded to the French Republic the colony or province of Louisiana in all its present extent and AS IT WAS HELD BY THE FRENCH WHEN CEDED TO HIS MAJESTY, I advise you therefore, by his Royal Order, that you make the necessary arrangements for the delivery of it to the French Commissioner or Commissioners, who being duly authorized by the government, may present themselves for the purpose. Which royal determination I have made known to the Captain General of Louisiana, informing him at the same time that it is his Majesty's pleasure with respect to the regiment of the place, and the military that garrison the province, that individuals who voluntarily wish to remain under his majesty's dominion, shall after delivering up the colony, proceed to the Havanna, where other posts will be allotted them. Of this I advise you by royal order, that you may comply with that part of his royal determination which relates to you. God preserve you many years. SOLER, Minister of Foreign Affairs. To the Intendant of Louisiana. Madrid, July 20, 1802.
In addition to the above we can state, on the authority of a gentleman who left Paris on the 6th of October, that the cession was universally there known to have taken place, that companies formed for the purpose had purchased large tracts of land in the territory, of the French government, and had opened subscription books at various places in Paris, to obtain purchasers who were to embark for, and become settlers in the territory.—Gaz. U. S.
The following is an extract of a letter from Messrs. Winchester, Howard & Co. of Frederickburg, Virginia, to Mr. Amos Tappan, of Newburyport: "Capt. Hammond, of the Fairplay, took a cargo of Flour from this port about the first of January for Baltimore; he was taken sick and died about the 8th at Hobbs's Hole; his mate (whose name was Hays) shipped new hands, and has ran off with the vessel and cargo."
The prize of 10,000 dollars in the 2d class of the South Hadley Canal Lottery, was drawn last night. The fortunate number was 6916, and won in quarters at Concord.
An incendiary attempt to fire a building in Boston, was fortunately discovered on the night of the 4th inst. and the incendiary detected. He is committed for trial.
A Bill has passed the Legislature of this State, authorizing the Selectmen of this town to appoint an additional number of Engineers. A Resolve has passed the House for establishing a Light Infantry Company in this town. [Composed of the late Federal Volunteer Company under the Executive of the U. S.]
The publication of two new papers, has lately commenced in the interior of this District—one in York county, and the other in Hancock.
From Hampton (Maine) Jan. 15. On Monday the 27th Dec. last, the festival of St. John the Evangelist, was celebrated by the members and brethren of the Rising Virtue Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons (recently established in this town) and those of the fraternity in the adjacent towns, who had notice thereof.—A very handsome and appropriate discourse on Charity, with a particular address to the fraternity, and on the principles of the institution, was delivered before them and a very respectable audience of this and the neighboring towns, collected on the occasion, by the Rev. Mr. Avery, late of Wrentham, at this time Missionary.
To Readers and Correspondents. Several important articles prepared for this day, are unavoidably omitted. "Amphimedon" to the fair M. C. is received.
"The Reform, No. 4," is reluctantly postponed till our next; our columns for to day having been previously engaged with a press of other matter.
A second communication over the signature of Lincoln, is acknowledged. An interesting letter addressed to the Editor, on the separation of Maine, is unavoidably deferred till our next.
Interesting Correspondence.—We this day lay before our readers the Hon. Samuel Adams' letter to T. Paine, with his answer thereto. This answer contains a fresh attack on the Christian religion; and is a striking proof how far error of opinion may be tolerated, when under the patronage of a speculating Philosopher.
We are at a loss to account for the irregularity which our Boston subscribers experience in the receipt of the Gazette. But if it is owing to negligence in any of the intervening post-offices, we must beg the error may be corrected. The papers are regularly sent from our office.
At Fayette, Mr. James Poole, of this town, to Mrs. Eunice Emerson, widow of Brown Emerson, Esq. late of the former place. At Augusta, Mr. Parker Stevens to Miss Eunice Arnold. At Hampden, Mr. Ezra Beals to Miss Polly Hamlen—Mr. Walter Swain to Miss Hannah Myrick. At Orrington, Mr. Benjamin Downs to Miss Eunice Freeman—Mr. James Godfrey to Miss Mehitable Swett—Mr. Benjamin Godfrey to Miss Patty Gould.
Died. In this town, Sunday last, ISAAC HACKER, aged 43, a respectable member of the Society of Friends. At New Gloucester, on Monday evening last, Dr. THEODORE SYMMES, aged 36, youngest son of Rev. William Symmes of Andover. At Reading, Monday 7th inst. Rev. CALEB PALETT, aged 36. At Old York, Mr. JOHN YOUNG, aged 84. At Kittery, Mrs. Esther Leach, aged 76—Miss Mary Fernald, aged 39. At Bath, Mrs. SALLY CONELLARD, aged 21. At North Berwick, Mr. Peter Gilman, aged 33.
Jenks' Maine Marine List.
Port of Portland. Capt. Stevenson, lately arrived at this port, spoke January 23, lat. 32. 27. long. 67. 30. Schooner Betty, from New York, 6 days out, bound to Martinique, all well. Ship Ocean, of Portland, was at Point Petre, Guadalupe, Jan. 2. The Sally, Hart, of Portland, arrived at Charleston, S. C. Jan. 21.
Port of Kennebec. Arrived—Feb. 4, brig Orland, Driscoll, of Portsmouth, from Antigua, via Turks Island. Cleared—Feb. 4, ship Rover, Heard, of Wells, for Charleston, S. C.—Feb. 5, sloop George, Smith, for St. Vincent. Arrived at York, Feb. 3, brig Betty, captain George Burrell, who left at St. Vincents, Jan. 3. Ship Sally, Blunt, and sloop Clothier, Marshall, of Kennebec; brig Bellona, of do., to sail for the southward in 4 days; ship Hibernia, Smithwick, of Boston, for do. in a few days; Schooner Betty, Lymberner, Boston; brig Rising States, of Bristol, Maine, and sch. Betty, Curtis, Wells, just arrived.
Bankrupt Notices.
WHEREAS a Commission of Bankruptcy hath been awarded and issued against JOHN ANDERSON, of Wiscasset, in the District of Maine, Merchant; and the said JOHN ANDERSON has been declared a Bankrupt—he is hereby required to surrender himself to the Commissioners in said Commission named, on Tuesday the first, on Monday the fourth, and on Monday the twenty-eighth days of March next, at ten o'clock, A. M. on each of said days, at the Office of SALMON CHASE, Esq. in Middle-street, near the Hay-Market, in Portland, and make a full discovery and disclosure of his Estate and Effects—When and where his Creditors are to come prepared to prove their debts; and at the second meeting to choose an Assignee or Assignees; and at the last meeting the said Bankrupt is required to finish his examination; and at said last meeting any of the Creditors of said Bankrupt may be heard before said Commissioners, against the making or allowing of a certificate to the Judge of said District, to entitle said Bankrupt to a certificate of discharge. All persons indebted to said Bankrupt, are to make payment; and those who have any of his effects, are to deliver the same to such persons only as the Commissioners shall appoint. SALMON CHASE. WILLIAM WIDGERY } Commissioners. Dated February 14, 1803.
United States—DISTRICT OF MAINE, February 11, 1803.
NOTICE is hereby given to the creditors of JOHN FAXON, of Camden, in the District of Maine, merchant, against whom a Commission of Bankruptcy has been duly issued and proceeded upon, that they may be heard, if they think fit, before the Judge of said District Court, on the first Wednesday of March next, at the Court House in Wiscasset, in said District, against making and allowing a certificate of discharge to said Bankrupt; before which time exceptions to such allowance may be exhibited. DAVID SEWALL, } Judge of the District Court of Maine.
United States—DISTRICT OF MAINE, 11th Feb. 1803.
NOTICE is hereby given, to the Creditors, of JAMES HARRIMAN, of Mount-Vernon, in said District, trader, against whom a Commission of Bankruptcy has been duly issued and proceeded upon; that they may be heard, if they think fit, before the Judge of said District Court, on the first Wednesday of March next, at the Court House in Wiscasset, in said District; against making and allowing a certificate of discharge to said Bankrupt, before which time exceptions to such allowance may be exhibited. DAVID SEWALL, Judge of the District Court of Maine.
NOTICE! THE subscriber having been appointed Assignee of the Estate and Effects of HENRY COOLIDGE, of Waterford, in the District of Maine, Trader, a Bankrupt; requests all persons indebted to the said Coolidge, to make immediate payment; and those who have in their possession any of his Effects, are desired to deliver the same to NATHAN KINSMAN, Assignee. Dated 14th February, 1803.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has been duly appointed Assignee of the Estate and Effects of CHARLES SHAW, of Portland, in the District of Maine, Trader, a Bankrupt;—All persons indebted to said Shaw, are hereby requested to make immediate payment; and those who have any of his Effects in their hands, are required to deliver the same without delay to J. D. HOPKINS, Assignee. Portland, Feb. 12, 1803.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber who has been chosen the Attorney and Trustee of the Creditors of JOHN PRITCHARD, of Portland, Trader; that he will attend to receive the several demands against said Pritchard, at his dwelling house in said Portland, on Wednesday next. Those who are indebted to said Pritchard are hereby informed, that the demands against them will be put in suit unless paid within thirty days from the date hereof. DANIEL COBB, Attorney. Portland, Feb. 12, 1803.
Bartlet Adams, MAKES Stone Stove Fire Places—a medium between Franklin's and Pain's Patent Stoves—includes all the good qualities of both, without any of their inconveniences—saves one half the wood a common fire place consumes, and be equally as warm and comfortable—and are a sure remedy for faulty rooms. Portland, Feb. 14.
James Poole, HAS received by the last arrival from Boston, a large assortment of MUFFS, TIPPETS, and Dressed Skins for Trimmings, &c. which will be sold on the lowest terms for Cash or approved Credit (wholesale or retail). Large allowance will be made to those who purchase to sell again.—The Skins for Trimming will be sold only by the dozen. Payment may be made for the above (if more convenient) in undressed Shipping or Hating FURS, or many kinds of LUMBER. N. B. A few Beavers, may be accommodated as above. Portland (Court Street) Feb. 12.
BOOKS.
I. ADAMS, has for sale, at his Bookstore, No. 6, Jones' Row, a general assortment of Books & Stationary. AMONG WHICH ARE, Brown's Law Dictionary. Dunford & Ealls', Douglas', Cowper's, Stranges', Williams', and Raymond's Reports. Sullivan on Land Titles. American Precedents. Powell on Contracts; Park on Insurance. Morgan Vade Mecum. Blackstone's Commentaries. Epiphane's Nisi Prius; Lillie's Entries, Justices Assistant; Town Officer, Clerk's Magazine (new edition) Kid on Bills, &c. &c. Townsend's Guide to health. Morris's Universal Geography, new edition. Jefferson's Notes on Virginia, new edition. Village Harmony. SCHOOL BOOKS of all kinds. Maps of Massachusetts and Maine. Justices BLANKS. Great variety of BLANK and ACCOUNT BOOKS. Cash and the highest price given for RAGS. Feb. 14.
FLOUR. 100 Bbls. Fresh Fine and Superior Flour, for Sale by JOSHUA RICHARDSON, Feb. 14. At Richardson's Wharf.
Jamaica Rum, FOR sale by RALPH CROSS—just fourth proof, and of good flavour—laded from Brig Jane. Also, a few hds. of best retailing. Molasses. apply at his Store, West part of the town, February 14.
LOST, in this town, a Saddle. Whoever will give information to the Printer where it may be had, will oblige the owner. Feb. 14.
PART of a Dwelling-House to Let, in a central part of the town; very convenient for a small family—Inquire of the Printer. Feb. 14.
WE the subscribers, Commissioners appointed by the Hon. William Gorham, Esq. Judge of Probate for the county of Cumberland, to receive and examine the claims of the several creditors to the estate of JOSEPH WARD, Jun. late of Gorham, in said county, soap-boiler deceased, represented insolvent—hereby notice, that six months from the fourth Wednesday of January instant, are allowed to bring in and prove their claims; and that we will attend that service at CALE M'LELLAN's tavern, in said Gorham, on the last Monday of February next, the 13th Monday in April, and the second Monday in July following, from two to five o'clock P. M. on each day. JOHN PARK LITTLE, } Commissioners. ELIJAH ELDER, } Jan. 31, 1803. Gorham, Jan. 31, 1803.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has been duly appointed Administrator on the estate of EPHRAIM DELANO, late of Woolwich, in the county of Lincoln, Mariner, deceased; and has undertaken that trust by giving bond as the law directs—All persons, therefore, having demand against the estate of said deceased, are desired to exhibit the same for settlement; and all indebted to said estate, are requested to make immediate payment to DAVID GILMORE, Administrator. Woolwich, Feb. 1, 1803.
Walter Hatch, INFORMS his customers and others, that he now carries on the TAILORING BUSINESS, in all its branches, at his shop next door to the Bunch of Grapes, Fore-street—where every attention will be paid to all who may favor him with their commands, and the smallest favor gratefully acknowledged. At the above shop—A few pieces of best superfine black, blue and mix BROADCLOTHS and CASSIMERES, lately received.
Also, in store, on Titcomb's Wharf, and for sale, a quantity of St. George LIME, and GRINDSTONES, warranted of the first quality. N. B. All persons having demands, are requested to call and receive their dues; and all indebted, are called upon to make immediate payment. Portland, Jan. 24, 1803.
A Generous price will be given for all kind of Shipping Furs, by AARON AUSTIN, Who has for Sale. A few Russia Beds of the first quality. Jan. 3.

FOR THIS GAZETTE. To Miss M. W. I WILL not woo the fabled nine To grace my numbers with their aid; Be furer inspiration mine, And thou my muse, enchanting maid!
300 Bbls. scratched and fu- perine FLOUR. Half Bbls. superfine do. 400 Bushels mixed yellow and white CORN. LIKEWISE, A few Crates well assorted LIVERPOOL WARE. For Sale by W. STORER, No. 3, Union Wharf. Portland, Feb. 7.
William Goddard. HAS imported by late arrivals from Liver- pool, and offers by Wholesale and Retail, at his Store in Middle Street, No. 4, Union Row. (nearly opposite Muffey's Row) (As low as can be purchased in Boston) a large and complete assortment of Hard-Ware Goods; consisting of Copper & Brass Warming Pans; brass Wash Basins; brass, princes metal screw bottom, japan'd and common iron Candle- sticks; Cabinet and Clock Furniture; brass and steel Chimney Hooks; brass Thumb Latches and Snuffers; brass Chair Nails; Frying Pans; brass pipe and common Bel- lows; Bellows Pipes; Shovels and Tongs; Anvils and Vices; Iron Shovels; Garden Spades; iron and brass Wire; plain and naoon face Clock Dials; tin'd, iron, composi- tion and block tin Tea and Table Spoons; Snuffers; box and steel Coffee Mills; Coffin Furniture; House and Tea Table Bells. A great variety of Knives and Forks; Jack- knives; Penknives; Razors; Scissors and Shears; japan'd, oval, and octagon Tea Trays; Waiters, Bread and Fruit Baskets; Snuffer Trays, Tumblers, Jacks, Canisters, Patent Lamps and Lanterns; brass and iron Locks, Latches, Hinges and Bolts. Steel and common plate Saws, viz. crooket, tenon, band, panel, fah, dove- tail, compass and key-hole; cast iron Wights; Steel yards; brass Scales; Scale Beams. Joiners, Saddlers, Coopers, and Shoemakers Tools. Spectacles with single and double bows; Razor Cases; Inkstands; Curling Tongs; Shaving Boxes; Snuff and Tobacco do.
SEVERAL original Proprietor's whole rights, and parts of rights, within that large tract called the "Twenty Associates Land;" the situation of which Land may be seen on the Map of the District of Maine, the great road from Augusta, on the Kennebec River, passes thro' one of the plantations called Davisstown, to Belfast, on Penobscot River;—the situation of this place is delightful—the Land superla- tively good; fine streams intersect it and fall into navigable Rivers, in advantageous directions—on one side is the Kennebec only 15 miles distance, on another side Belfast on Penobscot River about 8 miles. Also to be sold in the Plantation of Hope, and in the town of Camden, on Penobscot Bay, the rights in a number and parts of lots from 10 to 200 acres, very good land. For price, and terms of payment en- quire at No. 38 Cornhill Boston, in Mass- achusetts. January 22, 1803.
To be Sold at Public Auction, On the 23d of February next, At 11 o'clock, A. M. If not previously sold at private sale, A Lot of Land, situated on the north side of Middle Street, adjoining Capt. Clapp's Land, called the CHURCH LOT—Also at the same time will be sold, the BUILDING thereon—Sale on the pre- mises.—For particulars, inquire of NATHANIEL F. FOSDICK. Portland, Jan. 27, 1803. On Monday, the 28th day of February next, will be Sold at Public Auction, At the house of Capt. Ebenezer Whittier, in Wiscasset, ALL the Right and Title of JOSEPH CHRISTOPHERS, Esquire, a Bank- rupt, to the following Real Estate, situate in Wiscasset aforesaid, viz.—Eight House Lots. A piece of Flats, and a Pew in the Meeting- house.—Conditions will be made known at the time and place of sale. WILLIAM PIKE, BADDALLY CHILD, } Assignees. Wiscasset, Jan. 27, 1803.
Just arrived and for Sale, A quantity of excellent Molasses and Sugar, By EBENEZER STORER, No. 1, Union Row. Portland, Feb. 7.
J. Richardson, HAS FOR SALE, At Richardson's Wharf, 20 Hhds. Trinidad Sugar, 15 Bales Upland Cotton, 150 Barrels No. 1 Beef, 100 Casks Raisins, 40 Chells Hyson, Hyson skin, } Teas. Souchong, Bohea, and Congo } 50 Bags Coffee, 25 Hhds. Molasses, suitable for retailing. Ravens Duck. Boxes 7 by 9 Window Glass. Cordage, Sweets Iron. Nail Plates, Iron Hoops, Casks Rice. Tar, Pitch, and Rosin. Bore & Middling Pork. ALSO, Fresh assortment India Cottons. Jan. 24.
For Sale, THE following lots or tracts of LAND in Windham, viz. 100 acres situated near the Duck pond, formerly owned by Martha Lee, and conveyed by her to Joseph Bi- aney. 50 acres, being the southeast half of the hundred acre lot, No. 29, in the second division of hundred acre lots in said town. And 40 acres, part of the 100 acre lot, No. 61, drawn to the right of Humphrey Devereaux, adjoining north- west on lot No. 62, drawn by Joseph Howard. The above lots belong to John Callender, Esq. of Boston; and will be sold cheap for cash or approved credit, and good titles given.—For further partic- ulars enquire of the said Callender at Bos- ton, or of the subscriber, his agent in Portland. Feb. 3, 1803.
For Sale, FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
NOTIFICATION. THE Stockholders in Portland Bank, are hereby notified to meet at their Chamber in the Bank, on Tuesday the 15th day of February inst. at 11 o'clock, forenoon, to take into consideration the present "Rules, Regulations and Bye Laws" of the Corporation, and to make such alterations therein, or additions thereto, as may be thought advis- able. By order of the Board of Directors. JOSEPH SWIFT, Cashier. Portland Bank, Feb. 1, 1803.
Flax Seed. CASH given for Flax Seed, at the Store of GEORGE W. TUCKERMAN, near the head of Fifth Street, PORTLAND. Jan. 31.
REMOVAL. Aaron Adams, MOST respectfully informs his friends and customers, that he has removed from his stand at the head of Richardson's Wharf, and taken the store formerly oc- cupied by Mr. PARKER ILSLEY, at the corner of Union and Fore-Street, where he has for sale a general assortment of West-India Goods & Groceries. The favors of his customers are solicited —the smallest of which will be gratefully acknowledged. Portland, Jan. 24.
A Bargain. FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
THE Stockholders of the Maine Bank, are hereby notified to meet at the Chamber over the Bank, on Tuesday the 15th day of February next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, to consider of, and confirm any By Laws or Agreements made by the Directors; and to make and establish such By Laws or Agreements as they shall see fit. By order of the President and Directors, DAVID HALE, Cashier. Jan. 29, 1803.
Samuel M. Quincy, HAS FOR SALE, At his Shop, Foot of Fifth Street, West-India Rum, Brandy, Gin, Cherry, Best retailing Molasses, Coffee, Butter and Cheese, Rye and Indian Meal, Loaf and Brown Sugar, Souchong, Bohea, and Gunpowder Tea, Brimstone, Alum, Copperas, Pepper, Pork, &c. Quadrant Glasses silvered, and Compasses and Quadrants repaired, at the shortest notice, at the above place, as usual. Quadrants and Compasses for sale. Jan. 31.
Book & Stationary Store. THOMAS CLARK, at his Bookstore, near the head of Fifth Street, Portland—Keeps constantly for sale, a well assorted and large collection of BOOKS, In every branch of Literature. A general assortment of Bibles, all sizes- Testaments; Dictionaries, Webster's 1st, 2d, and 3d parts, Maine Spelling Book, American Preceptor, Ladies' Accident; Child's Companion Morris's Universal Geography Dwight's Geography, Nichols', Pike's & Wallis's Arithmetics Art of Reading, &c. &c. Also, a general assortment of ACCOUNT BOOKS. Record and Memorandum Books; Music Books of all kinds, Playing Cards, Black and Red Inkpowder, Writing and Cyphering Books. Likewise, a complete assortment of SEA- MEN'S Books and Articles—Among which, are New American Practical Navigator; American Coast Pilot; Ship Master's As- sistant, &c. &c.—Hale's Quadrants, dif- ferent prices; Gunter's Scales and Divi- ders; Quarter Waggoners; and an assort- ment of Charts. Likewise, a pleasing assortment of JAPANNED WARE, Consisting of Tea Trays, all sizes; Knife Trays; Bread Baskets, &c. &c. Almanacks and Registers, for 1803. Cash given for RAGS. Jan. 17, 1803. (3m.)
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the sub- scriber has been appointed Adminis- trator de bonis non on the Estate of SAMUEL COBB, late of Falmouth, in the county of Cum- berland, deceased, and taken upon him that trust by giving bonds as the law di- rects—He therefore requests all persons indebted to said Estate to make payment; and those who have demands to exhibit the same. EDWARD COBB. Portland, ad Mo. 7th, 1803.
William Lord, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has just received and now offers for sale, addition to his former assortment, a fresh supply of W. I. Goods & Groceries. AMONG WHICH ARE, Brandy, Holland Gin, W. I. Rum, Madeira, Sherry, Port, Lisbon } and Malaga Wines, Loaf Sugar, India and W. India do. Hyson, Souchong and Bohea Teas, Bags Coffee, Boxes No 1 & 2 Chocolate, Figs, Box and Cask Raisins, Pepper, Ginger and Allspice, Cinnamon, Nutmegs and Cloves, Rice, Boxes Candles, Belt Florence Oil, Powder and Shot, Boxes Glass, Blistered Steel, 41, 6d, 8d, 10d, & 20d, Nails, Brads, &c. &c. All of which he will sell on the most rea- sonable terms for cash or approved credit. Portland, Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
THE subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed Administrator cum testamento annexo on the estate of RICHARD KNOWLES, Senior, of Topsham, in the county of Lincoln, Yeoman, deceased, has taken upon him- self that trust, and given bond as the law directs: He therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to THOMAS RICE. Wiscasset, Jan. 31, 1803.
William Codman, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has removed from the Store he lately occupied in Muffey's Row to the Store No. 3 Union Row, Middle-Street, directly opposite his former situation, and has taken into part- nership with him Mr. WILLIAM SWAN— the business of said Store in future will be conducted under the Firm of Codman & Swan, Who have just received a fresh supply of European & India Goods, suitable for the present season. ALSO, Brandy, Holland Gin, W. I. Rum, Madeira and Lisbon Wines, Loaf Sugar, Hyson, Hyson skin, and Bohea Teas, of the first quality. Old Sable Russia Iron, Small Swedes do. Best Blistered Steel, 7 by 9 Glass, Paints of all kinds, and Linseed Oil, 4d, 6d, 10d, and 20d Nails. 100 Hhds. ROCK SALT, &c. &c. All which they will dispose of on the most reasonable terms. WM. CODMAN, requests all those who are indebted to him, either by note or account, to discharge the same; and those who have accounts open with him to call for settlement. January 17, 1803.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
THE Subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that he has taken upon himself the trust of an executor to the last will and testament of EZEKIEL LORING, late of New-Gloucester, deceased and as such, he requests all persons who have any demands upon the estate of said deceased to bring in the same, and those who are indebted thereto, to make payment with- out delay to DAVID LORING. Dated New-Gloucester, January 1, 1803.
Codman & Swan, Who have just received a fresh supply of European & India Goods, suitable for the present season. ALSO, Brandy, Holland Gin, W. I. Rum, Madeira and Lisbon Wines, Loaf Sugar, Hyson, Hyson skin, and Bohea Teas, of the first quality. Old Sable Russia Iron, Small Swedes do. Best Blistered Steel, 7 by 9 Glass, Paints of all kinds, and Linseed Oil, 4d, 6d, 10d, and 20d Nails. 100 Hhds. ROCK SALT, &c. &c. All which they will dispose of on the most reasonable terms. WM. CODMAN, requests all those who are indebted to him, either by note or account, to discharge the same; and those who have accounts open with him to call for settlement. January 17, 1803.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
THE Subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that he has taken upon himself the trust of an executor to the last will and testament of EZEKIEL LORING, late of New-Gloucester, deceased and as such, he requests all persons who have any demands upon the estate of said deceased to bring in the same, and those who are indebted thereto, to make payment with- out delay to DAVID LORING. Dated New-Gloucester, January 1, 1803.
William Codman, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has removed from the Store he lately occupied in Muffey's Row to the Store No. 3 Union Row, Middle-Street, directly opposite his former situation, and has taken into part- nership with him Mr. WILLIAM SWAN— the business of said Store in future will be conducted under the Firm of Codman & Swan, Who have just received a fresh supply of European & India Goods, suitable for the present season. ALSO, Brandy, Holland Gin, W. I. Rum, Madeira and Lisbon Wines, Loaf Sugar, Hyson, Hyson skin, and Bohea Teas, of the first quality. Old Sable Russia Iron, Small Swedes do. Best Blistered Steel, 7 by 9 Glass, Paints of all kinds, and Linseed Oil, 4d, 6d, 10d, and 20d Nails. 100 Hhds. ROCK SALT, &c. &c. All which they will dispose of on the most reasonable terms. WM. CODMAN, requests all those who are indebted to him, either by note or account, to discharge the same; and those who have accounts open with him to call for settlement. January 17, 1803.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
THE Subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that he has taken upon himself the trust of an executor to the last will and testament of EZEKIEL LORING, late of New-Gloucester, deceased and as such, he requests all persons who have any demands upon the estate of said deceased to bring in the same, and those who are indebted thereto, to make payment with- out delay to DAVID LORING. Dated New-Gloucester, January 1, 1803.
Abner Rogers, INFORMS his friends and customers, that he has for sale, at his store No. 10, Fifth-Street, Portland, nearly opposite the Maine Bank, a handsome assortment of Gold and Silver Watches, CHAINS, KEYS, SEALS, &c. As cheap as can be had in Boston—And be- ing desirous of turning his attention to the LOCK AND WATCH MAKING BUSINESS, offers for sale his STOCK IN TRADE (the first cost) consisting of Broadcloths, assortments, Calicoes, Shalloons, Durants, Linnens, and a variety of other articles, with a good assortment of HARDWARE GOODS. Warranted good 8 day Clocks, and TIMEPIECES, may be had at a short notice. Wanted to hire, a JOURNEYMAN who is a workman at Repairing Watches. One with approved recommendations, may be had good encouragement, by applying as above. 1st Mo. 24, 1803.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN M'LELLAN, in Portland, or CHRISTO- PHER GREAVES, in Falmouth. Jan. 24.
THE Subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that he has taken upon himself the trust of an executor to the last will and testament of EZEKIEL LORING, late of New-Gloucester, deceased and as such, he requests all persons who have any demands upon the estate of said deceased to bring in the same, and those who are indebted thereto, to make payment with- out delay to DAVID LORING. Dated New-Gloucester, January 1, 1803.
William Codman, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has removed from the Store he lately occupied in Muffey's Row to the Store No. 3 Union Row, Middle-Street, directly opposite his former situation, and has taken into part- nership with him Mr. WILLIAM SWAN— the business of said Store in future will be conducted under the Firm of Codman & Swan, Who have just received a fresh supply of European & India Goods, suitable for the present season. ALSO, Brandy, Holland Gin, W. I. Rum, Madeira and Lisbon Wines, Loaf Sugar, Hyson, Hyson skin, and Bohea Teas, of the first quality. Old Sable Russia Iron, Small Swedes do. Best Blistered Steel, 7 by 9 Glass, Paints of all kinds, and Linseed Oil, 4d, 6d, 10d, and 20d Nails. 100 Hhds. ROCK SALT, &c. &c. All which they will dispose of on the most reasonable terms. WM. CODMAN, requests all those who are indebted to him, either by note or account, to discharge the same; and those who have accounts open with him to call for settlement. January 17, 1803.
FOR SALE, a Lot of LAND, in Falmouth, about 110 acres, well watered and wooded, of an excellent soil, and capable of being made one of the best Farms in Falmouth. It lies with a gradual descent from N. E. to S. W. on the main road that leads from Portland over Pre- scot's lower bridge, through Scituate to Gray, and about 7 miles from Port- land. A saw-mill and a grist-mill within two miles of said Farm.—For Cash or ap- proved Notes. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN