Jenks' Portland gazette. Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1803-02-28 00:00:00

JENKS' PORTLAND GAZETTE.
MAINE ADVERTISER.
Number 253. PORTLAND, (MAINE) MONDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1803. Volume V.
Wholesale Prices Current at Boston. CORRECTED WEEKLY.
   From To    ASHES, Pot, ton 120  Pearl 133 33—136 67  Beef, mess, 200 lb. bbl. 14  cargo, No. 1, 12—12 50  do. No. 2, 10—10 50  refuse, 7 50—8  Bread, ship, cwt. 4—5  pilot, 5—6  Beans, white, 1—1 12  Bacon, lb. 11—12  Butter, inspect. 1st qual. lb. 13—15  2d do. 10—12  Brandy, Fr. 4th proof, Gal. 1 60  4th do. 1 75  Cognac, 4th do. 1 90—2  Spanish, 1st do. 1 25—1 33  Candles, tal. mo. Am. lb. 15  dip. do. 12—13  Spermac. do. 46—48  Coal, pit, foreign, chal. 11—12  American, 14—15  Cocoa, Surinam, cwt. 21—22  Island, 19—20  Coffee, lb. 20—23  Cordage, American, cwt. 11—11 50  Russia, 9—10  Cotton, lb. 19—41  Cheese, English 30  American 6—12  Chocolate, common, lb. 15—16  Welch'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—10  English yd. 33—40  Fish, Table, cwt. 7—10  Merchant 4—4 50  Westindia, mark. 4  Scale 3 50  Alewives, bbl. 4—4 25  Salmon 11  Herrings 3 50  Mackerell, summer 7—7 50  N Scotia, fall. 7 50  Furs, Beaver pelt, sk. 1 50—2  Bear, skin 2—6  Fox, cros 1—2 50  red 1—1 50  Minks 20—1  Musquash 10—33  Sables 20—79  Flour, Superior bbl. 7  Fine 6 50  X Brand 6—6 25  Middlings 5 50  Rye 3 50—4  Country, cwt. 2 50  Feathers, live Geese, lb. 67  Lisbon 18—20  Sea Fowl 40—42  Gin, Holland, 1st proof, gal. 1 8  2d proof 1 10—1 12  Glass, Bristol. 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 70  North 75  Rye 75—78  Oats 40—44  Hoops, hhd, 12 feet, M. 23—25  Iron, Pig, ton 15  Philadelphia bar 100—105  Russia 95—100  Sweden 100—110  Spanish 96—98  Indigo, Carolina, lb. 1 33  French 2 50—2 33  Spanish 2 33—2 50  Lime, half hhd. 1 50  Lemons, box 4—6  Leather, foal, dried, best, lb. 23—24  Lumber, Boards, clear, M. 18—19  merch. 11  Shingles 2 75—3 50  Molasses, gal. 41—65  Nail Rods, ton 125—130  Nails, ad. { cut 29—30  6d wrought 58—60  8d wro. inspect. 1 30—1 33  10d do 1 45  20d do 2 17—2  Sheathing { cut & { 11  { wro. { 11—12  Pork, Bone Middlings, bbl 18—18 50  Cargo No. 1 15 50—16  do do 2 14 50—15  Rum, Jamaica, 4th pr. gal. 1 2  St. Croix, { ad 96—1  { 3d 90—92  Antigua, { ad 94—92  { 3d 83—85  Tobago, { ad 88—86  { 3d 92—90  St. Vincent, { ad 48  { 3d 48  New-England 48  Russia Sheetings, piece 5  Rice, cwt. 5 50  Sugar, Havana white, cwt. 50  brown 11  W. India clayed 12—14  brown 9—11  East India white 12 50—13  Salt, 8 bush. 5—5 25  Steel, German, lb. 14  Tubb, 8—9  Blistered 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 25  Tobacco, James River, cwt. 6 75—7 25  Georgia do. 4 75—5 50  Tea, Hyson, lb. 1 16—1 18  Young Hyson 98  Hyson Skin 58  Souchong 62—63  Bohea, best 29—30  Wines, Madeira, gal. 2—2 60  Lisbon 1 25  Sherry 1 20—1 25  Teneriffe 1 12—1 16  Red Port, gal. 1 25—29  Malaga, qt. cask 25 50  
THE subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed administrator on the estate of  SOLOMON MITCHELL,  late of Northarmouth, in the county of Cumberland, yeoman, deceased, has taken upon him that trust by giving bond as the Law directs:—He therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon to exhibit the same to  JEREMIAH MITCHELL.  February 21, 1803.
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 CARY M'LELLAN's tavern, in said Gorham, on the last Monday of February next, the last Monday in April, and the second Monday in July following, from two to five o'clock, P. M. on each day.  JOHN PARK LITTLE, } Commis. ELIJAH ELDER, } sioners.  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 demands 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.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has been appointed Administrator de bonis non on the Estate of  SAMUEL COBB,  late of Falmouth, in the county of Cumberland, deceased, and taken upon him that trust by giving bond as the law directs.—He therefore requests all persons indebted to said Estate to make payment; and those who have demands to exhibit the same.  EDWARD COBB.  Portland, 2d Mo. 7th, 1803.
THE subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed Administrator cum testamento annexo on the estate of  RICHARD KNOWLES, Senior,  late of Topsham, in the county of Lincoln, Yeoman, deceased, has taken upon himself 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.
THE Subscribers having been appointed by the Hon. Jonathan Bowman, Esq. Judge of Probate for the County of Lincoln, commissioners to receive and examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of  JOSEPH TINKHAM,  late of Wiscasset, in said County Esq. deceased, represented insolvent, hereby give notice that six months are allowed unto said creditors for bringing in their claims and proving their debts; and that we shall attend on said business at the house of Mrs. Mercy Tinkham, at said Wiscasset, on the last Tuesday of the present and on the first Tuesdays of the five following months, from three to eight o'clock in the afternoon of each of said days.  JERE BAILEY, JOHN MERRILL, Jun.  Wiscasset, January 19, 1803.
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 without delay to  DAVID LORING.  Dated New-Gloucester, January 1. 1803.
THE subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed Administratrix on the Estate of  WILLIAM COBB,  late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Esquire, deceased, has taken upon her that trust by giving bond as the law directs:—She therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's Estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to the Commissioners appointed to receive and examine the same.  ELIZABETH COBB.  January 20, 1803.
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  WILLIAM COBB, Esq.  late of Portland, in said county, Shipwright, deceased, represented insolvent—hereby give notice, that six months from the second Wednesday of January instant, are allowed to bring in and prove their claims; and that we will attend that service at MATTHEW COBB's Store (No. 21, Long-Wharf) on the last Tuesday of this and the first Tuesday of the five following months, from two to five o'clock, P. M. on each day.  MATTHEW COBB, } Commissioners. LEMUEL WEEKS, }  January 20, 1803.
Selected Poetry.
THE TEAR.  SACRED boon of favoring heaven! Test of reason, pearly Tear! In some bounteous moment given, Soothing anguish most severe.  Melting child of mute affliction, Misery's due, and feeling's gem! Precious pledge of young affection, Fairest flower of pity's Rem!  Reconciliation's sweet oblation, Healing the distemper'd heart! Friendship's dearest, best libation, Balm of every anxious smart.  Oh, how near ally'd to sorrow Are your transports most sincere! E'en delight is forc'd to borrow, Feeling's rich expressive tear!  Humid eyes that softly languish, What do your full orbs declare? Dew-drop form'd of hope and anguish, Love himself has plac'd thee there!
From the WASHINGTON FEDERALIST.
Defeats of Louisiana—No. III.
[Extracts continued in succession from the last number.]  "A careless observer may imagine that in a contest between the American States and France, the disadvantage must be wholly on our side; but this is a strange opinion; for in the first place the states are vulnerable in every way and at every point. They have extensive commerce, which is undefended by a navy. They have a long line of sea coast, on which all their great towns are situated, and which hostile armaments will find every where accessible. The greater part of their national revenues flows from their foreign commerce. To molest or despoil that , therefore, is to aim at the source of all their strength. To pillage or destroy their great towns, is to inflict wounds equally mortal. Their inland frontier is a waste, destitute of all defence against invasion, and unfitted for the maintenance, or march of armies into an hostile territory."
"But the great weakness of these states arises from their form of government, and the condition and habits of the people. Their form of government, and the state of the country, is an hot bed for faction and sedition. The utmost force of all the wisdom they possess, is exerted in keeping the hostile parts together. These parts are unlike each other, and each one has the individualizing prejudices of a separate state; all the puerile jealousies of the greatness of others; all the petty animosities which make neighbors quarrel with each other without cause. How slight an additional infusion is requisite to set this heterogeneous mass into commotion? to make the different parts incline different ways on the great question of war? "
"The master of the Mississippi will be placed so as to controul, in the most effectual manner, these internal waves. It is acknowledged that he holds in his hand the bread of all the settlements west of the hills. He may dispense, or withhold at his pleasure. See we not the mighty influence that this power will give us over the counsels of the states?"  "Nature has divided this nation, by the hills that turn the great waters opposite ways. The interests of those who shall occupy the two slopes of the great valley are the same. Mountains separate mankind; rivers draw them together. The maritime and the fluvial states are combined by accident. The constant tendency is to part, while the tendency is no less strong in the states divided by the river, to coalesce. These different tendencies, is the easy province of France, in her new colony, to manage as to make their enmity or rivalry harmless to us."
"The peculiar color of their fashions is, also, extremely favorable to the designs of a powerful and artful neighbor. They quarrel about forms of government. These forms are not subtle threads, and scarcely visible, drawn from the bowels of their own invention, but are the gross and clumsy models taken from European examples. The rivalry between France and England has extended to the speculations of this people, and by natural consequence, a prejudice is thus created, which makes one faction friendly to France, and the other to England."
"One party is extremely sensible to all the encroachments of the English. Here their vigilance is all alive. They have great facility at discovering harm, when it comes from this quarter. They are prone to every thing which may give offence to the nation they bitterly hate. They rejoice at its distresses. They mourn at its triumphs. On the contrary, they are governed by a bias equally strong in favor of France. Their hearts are ours, even when their heads would disapprove. They conceal or palliate our crimes; they pity our calamities; they connive at injuries and insults from us. Suspicion, vengeful and irascible to England, their charity thinks no wrong, endures much, and is easy of entreaty to Frenchmen. What obvious and convenient tools will these prove in any critical affairs! How easy to enforce this natural bias, by arguments addressed to their selfish passions, and personal interests. We have learned to set its true price on republican virtue and national spirit. The same glaring illusions that brought Holland, Switzerland, and Genoa into our snares, will, with as much facility, entrap republics that will be more at our mercy, and of which the members are more dissonant and motly."
when it comes from this quarter. They are prone to every thing which may give offence to the nation they bitterly hate. They rejoice at its distresses. They mourn at its triumphs. On the contrary, they are governed by a bias equally strong in favor of France. Their hearts are ours, even when their heads would disapprove. They conceal or palliate our crimes; they pity our calamities; they connive at injuries and insults from us. Suspicion, vengeful and irascible to England, their charity thinks no wrong, endures much, and is easy of entreaty to Frenchmen. What obvious and convenient tools will these prove in any critical affairs! How easy to enforce this natural bias, by arguments addressed to their selfish passions, and personal interests. We have learned to set its true price on republican virtue and national spirit. The same glaring illusions that brought Holland, Switzerland, and Genoa into our snares, will, with as much facility, entrap republics that will be more at our mercy, and of which the members are more dissonant and motly."
"This party, always formidable in its spirit and numbers, has lately gotten the mastery. The majority of the people, and their present rulers, are pliant clay fitted for our use . From these we may exact neutrality to all our schemes. They will take pains to shut their eyes against future evils. They will be remarkably quick sighted to the dangers of a rupture with us. Their scruples against the violation of treaties and against offensive war, will be wonderfully strong. They will eagerly swallow the opiates that we shall provide for them, and thank us for any portion that annihilates their own fears or enables them to lull those of the people."
"And not without strong reason may they deprecate a quarrel with France, whom its new position on their borders, will render a useful friend, but a fatal enemy. When WAR becomes the topic of discourse, this people will turn their eyes to the calamities of St. Domingo, and then to their own provinces, where the same intestine plague exists in a degree equally formidable, and where their utmost care is requisite to prevent the struggling mischief from bursting its bonds."
"Devoted to the worst miseries, is the nation which harbors in its bosom a foreign race, brought, by fraud and rapine, from their native land; who are bereaved of all the blessings of humanity; whom a cruel servitude inspires with all the vices of brutes, and all the passions of Demons; whose injuries have been so great that the law of self preservation obliges the state to deny to the citizen the power of making his slave free; whose indelible distinctions of form, color and perhaps organization, will forever prevent them from blending with their tyrants, into one people; who foster an eternal resentment at oppression, and whose sweetest hour would be that which buried them and their lords in a common and immeasurable ruin."
"With what prudence can this nation attack a neighbor, who can fan at pleasure, the discords of this intestine enemy; who can give union, design and arms to its destructive efforts at revenge? Who can raise, at any moment, a Spartacus or L'Ouverture to distract the counsels, and employ the force which might otherwise annoy himself; whose own sad experience has informed him of the power of this weapon against the public peace; whom the maxims of war will justify in turning this weapon against his enemy; and whose local situation enables him to raise this weapon with most facility, and direct it with most force."
"This nation is not insensible to all these dangers. An example is before their eyes of a servile war . Their country is full of exiles from the scene of such a warfare.—Their travellers, their daily papers supply them with the picture, in all its circumstantial horrors.—They are shaken by panics on this very account already; and no consideration would have a stronger influence on their conduct than this."
To a RUSTIC OBSERVER.
[Continued]  THE reason why remonstrances from towns in opposition to the removal of the Court were not forwarded to the General Court, at their last session was, that those towns were then satisfied, that nothing further would be done with regard to the removal of the Court, until the sense of the people should be fairly taken on that subject, according to an amicable agreement in the sessions by the Justices on both sides of the question. I then thought, and still think,
that the people in opposition to the removal of the Court had good reasons for not forwarding their remonstrances against it. The inhabitants of the country in general, were greatly surprised at the removal of the Court, before the sense of the people was taken, pursuant to agreement. It is in vain for you Mr. O. or any other person to pretend, that the sense of the people of the county has, as yet, been fairly taken, upon the subject of the removal of the Court from Kennebec to Alfred. You will not pretend, that a major part of the towns on the sea coast had seasonable notice of the project for that purpose. If that had been the case you would not have quibbled about the words " without giving notice to others ," nor pronounced them to be " a little unintelligible ." If at the time the proposition was made, for a removal of the Court from Kennebec, another proposition had been made by gentlemen in the eastern part of the county, for the removal of the Court from York to Alfred, which of the two propositions would have met with the most general approbation? It is evident beyond a doubt, that the plan for removing the Court from Kennebec was contrived to prevent the removal of the Court from York. You Mr. O. may deny it, if you please, and call for evidence, as you did in another case, to prove a notorious fact.—You will pardon me for saying, that I differ from you in the opinion, that no more regard is to be paid to the doings of the Justices of the Court of the general sessions of the peace, than of so many individuals. That Court is intrusted with very important powers, such, as in the exercise of which, the interest of the county and the inhabitants of it, in their individual capacities are deeply affected, such as the power of laying out, altering, and discontinuing highways, building gaols, Court houses, work-houses and allowing accounts &c. It may be added, that by reason of their frequent attendance upon Courts, and their general acquaintance with the different parts of the county, they are justly supposed by some to be better able to inform the Legislature, as to the most proper place for holding the Judicial Courts, than the people, at large, who cannot conveniently meet together and freely deliberate on that important subject. However, it ultimately does not belong to the sessions, nor to the people of the county, to determine where Judicial Courts shall be held, but to the General Court, who ought to obtain all the necessary information upon the subject, and as I humbly conceive, they ought not to suffer a majority, unfairly obtained, to oppress or injure a minority; any more than a Court of General Sessions of the peace is at liberty to grant the petition of a large number of individuals, to the injury of a single person. Facts and weight of argument ought to govern in such cases; of which, however, the General Court, in one case, and the Court of sessions in the other, must judge. The Legislature always mean right; but they may be misinformed respecting facts, and it is possible, that in some perplexed cases, they may misunderstand a subject.—Pray excuse me in observing, that it is the general opinion of disinterested and judicious gentlemen, who are well acquainted with the county, that had there been no misunderstanding, the term of the S.J. Court would never have been removed from Kennebec; and when the matter shall be rightly understood, either that term will be restored, or the term now held at York removed to Kennebec.
You say that "a Committee, of the Legislature, to view three places in the county of York not fifteen miles distant from each other, without knowing their relative situation to the rest of the county, without a correct map, & totally unacquainted with back towns, must have had a share of understanding bordering on inspiration, to form a correct opinion, on the subject." Could not, three disinterested, judicious gentlemen, after hearing the allegations and observations of the committee, appointed by the Sessions, consisting of eight respectable Justices, one for York and Kittery, one for Wells and Arundel, one for Berwick, one for Biddeford, Pepperellboro' and Dixie, one for Alfred, Waterboro', Cohall and Phillipsburg, one for Sanford, Lebanon and Shapleigh, one for the towns between the two Officers, and one for the towns above great Officer; could they not after hearing this committee, and a consultation with disinterested persons, form a correct judgment, in regard to the most suitable place for building a goal? And ought not their judgment to have more weight, in a decision upon the subject, than that of interested towns? [Remainder in our next.]

Speech of Mr. Gouverneur Morris.
The following elegant Speech was made in the Senate of the U. States in the debate on the petition of the Justices of Columbia district, as mentioned in our last.
Mr. President. When I first rose in this debate, I felt and expressed much doubt; but the better reason appearing in favor of the resolution, I had determined to vote for it. At present my opinion is clear and decided—The conviction has been produced by the arguments of those who oppose the resolution. These contain the most monstrous system of tyranny that ever, I believe, was brought before a national assembly. Permit me to notice a few of the strange positions which we have just heard.
It has been said by a gentleman from Georgia on my right, (Gen. Jackson) that an extract from our Executive Journal should not be given to a suitor in one of our courts, because it may contain matter to support an impeachment against the President, which impeachment is to be tried before us; and therefore we, being judges, should not also become parties by furnishing evidence. And yet the same gentleman has told us, that upon the demand of the other House, (who according to him have a right to demand every thing) we are bound to furnish this very evidence, if they require it, for the purpose of bringing and maintaining an impeachment. Thus we must withhold from a fellow citizen the evidence needful to support his right, because it may furnish ground for impeachment, although no question of impeachment exist. This too, it seems, is required by the impartiality which we should preserve as Judges, before whom such possible impeachment may be tried; but where there is a question of impeachment, and where we are in effect the judges, then, forsooth, on the demand of the other House, we are bound to furnish that evidence which we are bound now to withhold.
We have been told, that the executive officers are all dependent on the Chief, and act under his directions; that therefore his dignity is implicated in their acts—And consequently the conduct of these agents must not be questioned, lest his dignity be impaired. What broader shield can be interposed to shelter the agents of executive authority? How can they be more confessedly guarded against all investigation?
We are further told, that a condemnation of these agents must affect the dignity of our First Magistrate. Must it indeed? And is there no protection to be made; is no condemnation to take place? This is indeed the golden chain let down from Jove to bind the earth in vassalage. And what becomes of our President's dignity under this strange doctrine. A subordinate agent abuses his trust, violates his duty, is guilty of mal practice; he is arraigned; and because the culprit is convicted and condemned, is the dignity of government therefore violated?
We have been told that a Treaty when proclaimed by the President is the supreme law, and that the previous assent of the Senate cannot be enquired into. Gracious God! And is it come to this, that the Proclamations of our President shall be the supreme law of the land? That we must submit to it without enquiry? And how is this monstrous doctrine supported? Why we are told that because it is not proper in the case of a common Statute to examine the Journals of the two Houses for the purpose of knowing whether the assent of each was given, therefore we must not examine the executive journal of the Senate to know whether two thirds of the members present advised and consented to the ratification of a Treaty. But are these cases at all similar? The law is signed by the President of the United States, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House. It contains therefore the best evidence in the nature of things, that the full assent required by the constitution has been given. But is this the case with a treaty? No. The evidence of the consent of this Senate appears only by extract from their minutes, made out by their Secretary. And shall this preclude the enquiry whether in effect that assent was given which your Secretary has certified?
We have been told by gentlemen, who seem to know all the merits of the case which is before the court, that the dignity of the President is involved in it. For my own part I know nothing of the case, neither do I wish to know, for I have no authority to try it. But the gentleman say the dignity of the President is involved, and that we are in duty bound to protect his dignity. But how? What have the petitioners asked? They have asked the evidence of a fact. And how are we to protect the President's dignity? By withholding that evidence. And are gentlemen then of opinion that a disclosure of facts will impair the dignity of our First Magistrate? Sir, I have no such apprehension.
I trust that our President has acted properly, and that a full enquiry into facts must redound to his honour. Those who offer this resolution, seem to think otherwise. But I ask, are they prepared by their vote to declare that injudicious opinion? Is there a gentleman in this Senate who, when the yeas and nays are called, will record his opinion, that, the dignity of our President can only be preserved by withholding the evidence of facts?
We have been told, Sir, by an honorable member from Kentucky, (Mr. Breckenridge) that a right to examine implies a right to correct and controul. This proposition has been frequently advanced on different occasions. I never noticed it, because it appeared to carry within itself the sufficient evidence of its fallacy; but since it is now again produced, it may be well to give it one moment's notice. A right to examine whether we agree to a certain resolution, implies, it seems, a right to controul our conduct. It may be a question, in an insurance cause, whether damages was sustained by a violent wind at sea. Does the examination into that fact imply a right to command the winds and the seas? Does the enquiry whether a ship has perished in the storm, imply the right to correct and controul the Almighty ruler of storms?
We have been told by the member last up, from Georgia, that the evidence asked for by the petitioners is useless, because, although the Senate may have approved of them as officers, upon the President's nomination, yet it was in the discretion of the President to make or omit the appointment, which alone could confer a right. That gentleman seems to be perfectly acquainted with the cause which is depending. He knows precisely what proof is needful for the prosecutor; and deeming that which he asks for to be insufficient, thinks proper to refuse it.
It appears to me, Sir, that this Senate is not the proper tribunal, either to examine the merits of the cause, or the validity and weight of evidence; these are the proper subjects of enquiry elsewhere. If we adopt the gentleman's reasoning, however, we prejudice the cause; and I shall be glad to know, if this practice be adopted, what cause can exist in which a like refusal may not be made. A client is advised by his counsel to apply to us for evidence in our power, as needful to support his rights. We refuse, because, in our opinion, that evidence is not alone sufficient.
But the same gentleman has told us he would not establish any general precedent—He would always judge of the particular circumstance; and under the particular circumstances of this case, he would withhold the evidence asked for. But will not this establish a general precedent? How are precedents established? Is it usual for judges to make decisions for the special purpose of becoming precedents? No such thing. They give judgment in a case which becomes before them, and that judgment becomes a precedent for subsequent cases turning upon the same principle. I shall be glad to know then, how a distinction is hereafter to be taken between this and other cases. Here is a suit pending in a court of justice, and one of the parties applies for a piece of evidence which he is advised is material to establish his right—you refuse it—When in another cause, another party shall apply, on what ground will you grant that which you now refuse? Will you again prejudice the cause, and give them the proof because you deem it sufficient to carry the cause?
Mr. President, one word more on that unity of the Executive which the gentleman last up is so much attached to. Altho' I have already spoken longer than I intended, I must pray one moment's attention. That honorable gentleman thinks there should be a perfect unity in the Executive power. The division of it is inconsistent with his ideas of good government, and, therefore, he would admit of no enquiry as to facts which may have happened in the course of executive volition, but give full credit to the commissions and proclamations of the President. These ideas, Sir, consist well with monarchic institutions. Our sovereign lord the king, is indeed possessed of the fullness of executive power, and may exercise it at his pleasure; but as to our sovereign lord the president, the case is widely different. The American Constitution has given to this Senate a wholesome check upon his sovereign will. But according to the doctrine which gentlemen now advance, this check is nugatory. Neither the people, nor the courts shall question his commissions nor his proclamations. His commissions, it seems, confer complete authority; his proclamations are the supreme law; he may form what leagues he pleases with foreign powers, and when he shall proclaim them, we are held to implicit obedience. To these doctrines, Sir, I take leave to enter my dissent. I hope that when the rights of American citizens are invaded, not only the Supreme Court of the United States, but the county court of the most remote district will dare to examine, to judge, and to redress. I hope this Senate will never, by an admission of such base and slavish doctrines, surrender the authorities conferred on them by our constitution. I hope they will ever be
ready to aid the cause of freedom and justice—and in this hope, I shall give my vote for the resolution on your table.
Legislature of the United States.
Second Session—Seventh Congress.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
TUESDAY, FEB. 28.
Mr. Leib this morning presented a petition from the aliens resident at Carlsruhe, in Pennsylvania, in the same words as the one presented yesterday by Mr. Smilie.
While the memorial was reading, Mr. Davis rose and said, he hoped the reading would be dispensed with, and that the house would go to other business. He did not think it the duty of the house to sit and hear such complaints and even revilings from worthless and discontented men of that description. They are not, said he, industrious and respectable men, but turbulent foreigners who have no title to be thus troublesome. I do not think that we are under any obligation to listen to such indecency coming from such men. Mr. Leib consented to dispense with the reading, and hoped it would be referred to a select committee.
Mr. Varnum hoped it would not be referred. He did not think it entitled to any such attention. It was evident that the memorialists were a discontented and turbulent class of men, and had taken liberties, in speaking of the authorities of the country, which he thought altogether unbecoming and indecent.
Mr. Thatcher was happy to find that his colleague (Mr. Varnum) was disposed to check such insolence. He tho' the memorialists paid but an ill compliment to the majority of that house, by supposing, that by reviling the last administration they should curry favor with the present. It was a matter of no consequence to him what administration it might be that might be made the object of such calumny. He would as soon oppose such an insult offered to the present administration as to any former one. He had given his vote against the reference of the memorial offered yesterday, tho' he did not at that time know that it was a printed paper. He now found that this memorial was in precisely the same words, and it appeared to be a paper circulated among discontented aliens for the purpose of procuring signature. He was surprised that any gentlemen, who had felt such great sensibility at the reading of a memorial from one of the late officers of the United States (Mr. M'Henry) and one which appeared to him perfectly decent and respectful, could listen, without indignation, to the reading of this paper coming from persons not even citizens of the United States. He was of opinion that it ought not to be permitted even to lie on the table.
Mr. S. Smith had never known an instance where a memorial or petition that was presented by an honorable member, was refused a commitment. He acknowledged that some parts of the memorial contained very unadvised expressions; but there were parts which in his opinion deserved attention. He hoped, therefore, that it would be committed, in order that such parts as are proper might be considered.
Mr. S. would not question the sincerity of the remark of the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Thatcher) that he would equally oppose an insult to the present administration. Though Mr. Smith said he would not forget that, during the present session, that gentleman had, by his vote, declared that he has no confidence in that administration—a declaration, in his opinion, much more insulting than anything contained in the memorial of the alien—He considered the conduct of the house towards the memorial presented yesterday, as altogether unusual and unexampled.
As to the memorial of a late officer of the government, to which an allusion had been made, he could never see what the object of it was, or that it had any object, unless it was that it should be printed for the use of the members, and thus that it should go forth to the world.
Mr. Thatcher could not understand what the gentleman meant by saying that those who wished to hear the reading of the memorial which had been alluded to, had no object in view but to have it printed and given out to the world. It never was printed, nor did any one ask for the printing of it—it was not even referred to a committee.
As to the vote which he had given, and which had been mentioned by the gentleman last up, the reasons upon which he acted were given at the time. One was, that the passage of the resolution was altogether extraneous, and irrelevant to the purpose—Another was, that it tied up the hands of the nation against acting until the executive should think fit. He believed he was authorized in saying, that some of the majority now regretted the introduction of the paragraph into the resolution.
He hoped the house would have too much regard for its own dignity to encourage applications of the indecent nature of that under consideration, and he could not but think it extraordinary that a comparison should be drawn between the votes of the members of
that house and the expressions contained in that memorial.
Mr. Smilie did hope the memorial would be committed. Though he yesterday failed, he hoped to succeed to day. He thought some parts of the memorial deserved attention, and he would not refuse to listen to those parts because some other parts contained expressions which he wished had not been in it. But in extenuation of those unjustifiable expressions, he thought it ought to be remembered that the feelings of those people had been severely wounded:—that they were cruelly and injudiciously treated under the former administration and under the alien law!—Further he believed that every thing which the memorialists had stated was strictly true, though it was not proper for them to express that truth. They were abused under the former administration—they were put out of the protection of the law and made liable to banishment without trial or hearing.
Mr. Elmer was opposed to the commitment—not only on account of the indecency of the memorial, which, in his opinion, contained expressions very unbecoming in aliens, but because the subject had already been acted upon by the present congress at the last session.
Mr. Nicholson did not recollect ever to have voted against the reference of any memorial or petition until the one which was presented yesterday, and of which this appeared to be an exact transcript. He had voted against that because of the indecent form in which it came forward. He thought that no respect or attention was due to men who, not being citizens of the U. S. have the effrontery to treat the house with so little respect as to come forward with a declaration that a late President was hostile to all aliens of republican principles. The memorial was read.
Mr. Leib called for the yeas and nays on the question.
Mr. Randolph said, as the yeas and nays had been called for, and as he should vote differently from what he voted yesterday, he thought it his duty to state the reasons upon which he acted. He did not hear the memorial when it was read yesterday, otherwise he should not have voted for a reference. He had no inclination to pay the least attention to a paper containing such expressions as that contained, and coming from persons who have nothing to do with the government. He tho' it enough to be obliged to receive memorials of an intemperate nature from our own citizens, and was not at all inclined to extend the indulgence to discontented and meddling persons who were not citizens.
Mr. Dennis felt no disposition to convert that house into an organ for conveying to the world the slanders of turbulent and troublesome foreigners, which would really be the effect of adopting the motion. Should the example be set, people of that description would hereafter have nothing more to do than to communicate their slanders to that house, and thus have them given out to the world.
Mr. D. said, he did not know what the gentleman from Pennsylvania, (Mr. Smilie) meant, by laying all that was stated in the memorial was true. He observed, that the memorialists stated that they were convicted. This part he presumed was true—and he wished to know whether his colleague (Gen. S. Smith) thought it decent to place the slanders of foreign convicts upon a level with the votes of gentlemen upon that floor.
He objected to her, that the memorialists had stated, as one part of their complaint against the late administration, that our minister at the court of London, had expressed the wish of his government that the state prisoners of Ireland and England might not be sent to the U. S. and that, in consequence of this cruel proceeding, they had been subjected to long and grievous imprisonment in their own country. —This he presumed was also true; but he did not know that this had entitled them to come and read political lectures to the government of the United States.
Mr. Bacon thought it would be time enough to attend to the requests of these people when they should come forward with a decent petition. To refer this memorial, would, in his opinion, be holding out to the world, to other countries as well as this, the ideas that the surest way to please the present administration is to censure the last. He believed there was no person in the house who wished that such an impression should be made.
Mr. Claiborne said, there was nothing more repugnant to his feelings in general than to refuse to listen to petitions presented to that house. But viewing the indecency of that memorial he was almost sorry that he had called for the reading of it. If the contents of it could be known in any other way he should think it ought to be allowed a public reading in that house. He was of opinion that the American people are quite able to govern themselves without the aid of those who live upon the hospitality and courtesy of the country, & who ought to know better how to make a proper return for that hospitality and courtesy. He well remembered the conduct of the
At the time the British treaty was under consideration—that vast numbers of memorials were sent by them to our government, and many of them went so far as to disinv persons from their employment who refused to sign those memorials!—He thought it time to put a stop to such liberties.
The question was then taken by yeas and nays. Shall the Memorial be referred to a select committee? and it was resolved in the negative—yeas twenty three, nays sixty one.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
By His Excellency CALEB STRONG, Esq. Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, a PROCLAMATION for a day of Public Fasting and Prayer.
A BELIEF of the agency of the Supreme Being, in determining the condition, as well of States as individuals, induced our pious Forefathers, at the beginning of each year, to appoint a Day of Public Fasting and Prayer; that, in joint acts of devotion they might acknowledge his Providential Government, and implore his blessing on their public measures, and private concerns.—This practice which is coeval with the settlement of the State, has been retained to the present time, and is still recommended by its own propriety.
Therefore, by the advice and consent of the Council, I appoint Thursday the 7th day of April next, to be observed as a day of Fasting and Prayer, through the Commonwealth; and request the Ministers and People, of the different religious denominations, to assemble in their respective places of worship on that day—that we may offer unto God the penitent confession of our sins, and our devout supplications for the blessings that are necessary for us, and beseech Him, that through the merits of the Redeemer, we may obtain his forgiveness, and be enabled to render ourselves well pleasing in his sight, by presenting him the service of pure and humble hearts—That he would prosper the United States, and preserve and strengthen their Union—That those who are in authority in the National and State Governments, may rule with justice and impartiality, and make the laws the standard of their actions—That the People by a careful attention to their relative duties, may render to every man, in every station and character, the esteem and respect which he justly claims—That every denomination of christians may prove the sincerity of their faith, by such a conduct as the religion they profess was intended to inculcate and produce—And that we may all regard each other's circumstances with benevolence and compassion; and be induced from a sense of our need of the divine clemency, to exercise mutual charity and forbearance.
That he would save us from wasting sickness, and continue to us the blessings of health—That he would grant success to our husbandry, and cause the ensuing season to be favorable to the growth and perfection of the fruits of the earth—That he would continue to prosper our trade, manufactures and fisheries—That he would smile on the means of education, and that the instructors of the people and the preceptors of youth may be eminently useful in diffusing knowledge, and promoting the interests of religion, good morals and well-regulated society.
That he would accomplish the predictions concerning the prosperity and increase of the Christian Church; when the power and policy of it shall be disarmed; when truth and righteousness shall universally prevail, and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of god.
And the people of this State are requested to abstain from such labor and recreation as are inconsistent with the solemn services of the said day.
Given at the Council Chamber in Boston, this 16th day of February, in the year of our Lord, one thousand eight hundred and three, and in the twenty seventh year of the Independence of the United States of America.
CALEB STRONG.
By His Excellency's command, with the advice and consent of the Council,
JOHN AVERY, Secretary.
God save the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Foreign Intelligence.
PARIS, DEC. 11.
We are assured that the duchies of Parma and Piacenza will be united to the kingdom of Etruria, if Spain will consent to cede Florida to France. Should this not take place, they will be given to the Italian Republic.
LONDON, DEC. 25.
More French Constitutions.—A private letter from Paris says, "Some very important changes, definitive as every change here is said to be, are on the eve of being carried into effect. They are said to be founded on the last Constitution; how they can be founded on the last Constitution, but, how they can be reconciled with that, or any of the other Constitutions, it would be difficult to explain. The question has been for some days before the Senate, which after long discussion, has come to an affirmative resolution, on "the propriety of changing certain Denominations." This resolution may be said to be passed with unanimity, as the Senator Sajonis stood alone in resisting the innovation. The object to proclaim the First Consul Emperor of the Gauls, Cisalpine or Italian Republic being to form an integral part of his empire. Cambacer-

is to be called Grand Chancellor, and another high office, not yet specified, is to be conferred on the third Consul. There are to be many subordinate changes, the particulars of which have not yet transpired. The plan is announced from the Bureau of the Council of State, and from those of different Ministers. It has occasioned a lively sensation even in the languid bosoms of the Parisians. The opinions are different on the subject; but generally speaking, the measure is received with approbation. The rich proprietors and Creditors of the State see more stability in the title of Emperor than in that of Consul. The mass of the people are pleased with the novelty, and the beau-monde anticipate the splendours of the new appointment. Some of the profound politicians seem to think that the respect will be given to title, which has been refused to talent.
Malta, it appears, is still to be retained by the English. It is said that 6000 troops will be stationed at that place. A private letter from Paris mentions, that a new expedition of no less than 20,000 men is about to be sent from France to St. Domingo. Another letter mentions, 4000 soldiers of the most abandoned description are ordered to embark at Havre for St. Domingo. Which implies that the regular troops are not willing to go on the service, or the government is not willing to throw them away.
Another expedition has failed from Brest for St. Domingo; it consists of four sail of the line and two frigates, under the command of Gen. Boulet. The number of land forces is not mentioned.
Pasquier Ogou was conducting himself with the greatest fidelity to the Turkish government; but a new adventurer has started up, who has assumed the title of Sultan; he is the son of a Pacha, but his forces are not very numerous.
Portland, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1803.
We are authorized to state, that the article published in this Gazette , of the 24th of January, alluding to a conversation held by Mr. Paine at Gen. Dearborn's, and purporting to be an extract from a letter written by a member of Congress, was not written by the member implicated, but is spurious.
The article above referred to, our readers will recollect was from a Kennebec paper , published in the neighborhood of Gen. Dearborn's connections. We were not therefore accountable for its authenticity, nor did we by any means take an interest in it. It was given as current upon the authority of another paper. But as it implicated the character of an important person, we are happy to do him that justice which we are ever ready to render, where reputation and feeling are involved. On this subject our feelings and conduct will always be uniform. To rectify error and redress injury are duties which should never be dispensed with, especially by a public printer.
From Washington—Feb. 10.
The ruling party begin to doubt the policy of repealing the discriminating duties, notwithstanding the recommendation of the President. I entertain hopes that it will not be done this session. The day before yesterday two petitions were presented to the House from certain aliens, resident principally in Pennsylvania, praying that the naturalization law of last session might be repealed, and another passed, admitting them sooner to the privileges of citizens. The petition is presented, and we are told that many others are expected. They attempted to flatter the present administration be gross abuse of the past. I will give you an extract from the petition. "Every alien distinguished for his attachment to the principles of liberty, were incessantly abused in the papers countenanced by the administration then in power. The American number at St. James's noticed in the name of his government, that the Irish state prisoners would not be permitted to reside in this country. The Presidency was at that time in the hands of a man notoriously hostile to aliens of republican principles. I am happy to add that a majority of the house decided that those innocent petitions should not be referred to a select committee. Some of the most discerning democrats begin to fear that a party is starting up more profligate and more despotical than their own; and that a heavy surcharge of "the tempestuous sea of liberty" may dash them from the helm.
Yesterday the house was occupied in considering a resolution offered by Mr. Bacon, (though said to be penned by a leading Virginian) the purport of which was to "recede to the States of Maryland and Virginia the jurisdiction of the Territory of Columbia." I consider this as the offspring of the fashionable doctrine of state sovereignty—that the individual States ought to be sovereign over the general government. It would have left the general government in a territory subject to a state, and without the means of self-defence. To say nothing of the constitutional objections—the measure is forbidden by every principle of justice and policy. This did not prevent every democrat in Massachusetts delagating for voting for it, except one. Every federalist voted against the resolution, and carried their vote 66 to 26. If this resolution had been adopted, Congress would have transferred from one jurisdiction to another, a body of people from 15 to 20,000 without their request or consent, in a manner similar to that in which a body of Russian peasants is sometimes bartered from one power to another. How admirably the democrats consult the will of the people!
New Orleans—The democrats have industriously circulated a report that New Orleans was opened on the former terms. How near this comes to the truth our readers will judge from the following authentic article, communicated by a correspondent at the seat of government. From the Natchez Conserver , the following interesting intelligence was
handed to the Editor of the Conserver , this afternoon, he deems it his duty to give it immediate publicity. Natchez Nov. 3, 1803.
Under the date of the 6th inst. the Intendant General of these provinces tells me, that the citizens of the United States of America, can have no commerce with his majesty's subjects, they only having the free navigation of the river for the exportation of the fruits and produce to foreign countries, and the importation of what they may want from them—as such I charge you so far as respects you, to be as zealous and vigilant, with particular care, that them inhabitants, neither purchase or sell anything to the shipping, flat bottomed boats, barges, or any other smaller vessels that may go along the river, destined for the American possessions, or proceeding from them, that they shall be informed of it, for their due compliance of the same. (Signed) CARLOS DE GRANDPRE. Baton Rouge, Dec. 22, 1802.
The foregoing is a translation from the original, directed to me by his lordship Carlos De Grandpee, colonel of the Royal Armies, and Governor of Baton Rouge. (Signed) J. O'CONNER. Cynic of 4th District. Baton Rouge, Dec. 27, 1802.
By the Mars, arrived at Philadelphia from New Orleans, which she left the 17th ult. we learn that the dispatch boat from our government had reached there previous to her departure, and the Intendant so far from relaxing, or regarding the recommendations of the Chevalier De Yrujo to restore the right of deposit, treated his interference with the utmost contempt, and persisted in his conduct with unabated rigor. It is further stated, that no other opinion was entertained at New Orleans than that the Intendant was acting from post hoc instructions , from his Court, which was considered as originating with France. That both political parties at Natchez (which he left the 6th Jan.) were in favor of immediate energetic measures of redress, and were fully persuaded with the inhabitants of New Orleans, that the executive would enforce the restoration of our rights.
It appears by several late accounts, that most of our large sea port towns are infested by robbers, house-breakers and incendiaries, "managing their own affairs in their own way, and for their use, unembarrassed by too much regulation," &c.— Balance.
On Thursday night last, a Mr. Crawford, at Dresden, fell through the ice with a horse and sleigh, and was drowned; two other men were in the sleigh with him, but saved themselves.
Duelling. —The Legislature of North Carolina have made a law, by which any person sending, accepting or being the bearer of a challenge for the purpose of fighting a duel, although no death ensues, is rendered ineligible to any office of trust, honor, or profit, in that State forever after, notwithstanding any pardon or reprieve; and further subjected to a fine not exceeding 100 pounds. And in case either of the parties in the duel should be killed, the survivor to suffer death without benefit of clergy; and all their aiders or abettors be considered accessaries before the fact, and suffer the same punishment.
A bill has passed the House of Delegates of Virginia, laying a duty upon Licence and Carriages. This tax, which was so oppressive when laid by Congress, becomes light when laid by the Legislature of Virginia!
To Readers and Correspondents. "Henry to Italia," is acknowledged with pleasure. A valuable essay by One of the People , is unwillingly deferred till our next. Sundry other matters are unavoidably delayed. "Oppressed Humanity."—Our Congressional head is full on this subject to day. This great cause of party clamor, should excite attention.
Errata—In the Letter to the Editor, in the last Gazette , for arcana read arena —for conjugal read conjugis .
Ordained. At Newfield, 10th instant, the Rev. JOHN DANE. The Introductory Prayer was made by the Rev. Mr. Eastman, of Limerick; the Sermon (from 1 Cor. 2c, 3, 4v) by the Rev. Mr. Gillet, of Hallowell; the Ordaining Prayer by the Rev. Mr. Piper, of Wakefield; the Charge by the Rev. Mr. Atkinson, of Limington; the Right Hand of Fellowship by the Rev. Mr. Rolfe, of Parsonsfield; and the Concluding Prayer by the Rev. Mr. Brown, of Shapleigh. The union and harmony that have prevailed in the society, and the regularity and order of the day, are a happy preface of future good.
Parties, In this town, Mr. Stephen M c Lellan, merchant, to Miss Hannah Ifles, daughter of Enoch Ifles, Esq. At Freeport, Mr. Leonard Morse, Attorney at Law, to Miss Sally Porter. At Standish, Mr. Abraham Hox, of Waterford, to Miss Polly Hall, of the former place. At Newburyport, Robert Dunning, Esq. of Brunswick, to Miss Mary O'Brien. At Wells, Mr. David Hurn to Miss Jenny Jeffers.
At Alfred, 10th inst. after a short but distressing sickness, which bore with christian fortitude, Mrs. Abigail Gile, aged 58—a woman of piety and virtue; wife of Deacon Daniel Gile of that place. At Roxton, 7th Jan. last, Miss Elizabeth Leavitt Hill, aged 22, after an afflictive illness of several months; the virtuous and amiable daughter of Mr. Daniel Hill. She was a worthy member of a christian society, and greatly beloved by all her acquaintance and friends. Her firm belief in the Redeemer, smoothed the troubles of a dying bed, and made her willingly leave this for a better world! At Waterford, Mr. Dudley, aged 73.
Jenk's Maine Marine List. Port of Portland. Tuesday, Feb. 22.—Arrived barque Packet, capt. Sawyer, 42 days from Lisbon.—Left there, ship New York, Gull, of Peterburg, to sail in 10 days; ship Liberty, Dayley, Philadelphia; brig Lydia, Manson, of New York, bound to St. Valterie, in France; ship Argus, Ducombe, Norfolk; ship America, Gardner, Boston, from Baltimore, under quarantine.—Spoke, Feb. 10, lat. 33, long. 69, 35, ship Martha, of Salem, from Calcutta, bound to Salem. Port of Kennebec. Cleared—Feb. 21, schooner Phenix, Kingbury, for Barbadoes. Arrived—Feb. 22, ship Alfred, Jeffers, from Grenada. Port of Ellsworth. Cleared—Feb. 19, ship Mount Vernon, Boynton, for Liverpool. Arrived—Feb. 21, schooner Milford, Sampson, 45 days from Demarara.—Feb. 22, sch. Wilmot, Babbidge, 45 days from Berbice. Salem, Feb. 25.—Several unsuccessful attempts have been made to right the vessel towed in here bottom upwards; so that nothing but her name is yet discovered, viz: the North of Portland .
Portland Coffee-House.
THE Subscriber informs the public, that he has taken that new, large and commodious House and Stable in Main street, opposite Mr. Thomas Motley's, late an Innkeeper in Portland—Where he solicits the patronage of Gentlemen and Ladies who may visit or pass through the town. He flatters himself that the accommodations will meet their approbation; and assures them that every exertion shall be made to please, and all favors greatly acknowledged. By their humble servant, THOMAS PECK. Feb. 28.
Alexandria Flour.
FOR Sale, by Martin Thaxter, Head of Long Wharf, 200 Bbls. superfine Flour. Also a few Half Barrels, now landing from Schooner Polly. Also, in store, BREAD of all kinds, on liberal terms. Portland, Feb. 28.
Removal.
SAMUEL WATSON, informs his friends and customers, that he has removed from Fore-street to No. 2, Middle's Row, opposite Messrs. How & Evans.—Where he carries on the TAILORING BUSINESS in all its branches—Those who may favor him with their custom, may rely on every attention to their demands. Portland, Feb. 28.
To Let,
A Dwelling-House adjoining the street leading to Backcove Bridge—which has four rooms on the floor, a good garden and well of water near the house.—For further particular, inquire of LEWIS GAY, of Raymondton; or of NATHANIEL CHAMBERLIN, of Portland. Portland, Feb. 28.
A Red Morocco Pocket Book
WAS found between Gorham Corner & Saccarappa, on the 20th instant, containing some letters directed to Brunswick, and several papers. The owner may have the same by proving property and paying charges—Inquire of Nathaniel Foss. Gorham, February 25.
FOR SALE,
A FARM, near the Mills, in the town of Norway, containing one or two hundred acres of Mowing, Pasturage, Tillage and Wood Land, with a Dwelling House, Barn and Wood House with or without the flock and farming utensils. Any person wishing to purchase the whole or part, may know the terms by applying to HENRY RUST at Salem, or to JOSEPH RUST, on the premises. Norway, February 21, 1803.
NOTICE
is hereby given to the non-resident proprietors of land in Freeport, District of Maine, lying in squadrons and ranges, that their lands are taxed to the State, County and town, for the year 1799, in the bills committed to me the subscriber to collect, as follows—    State & county.  Town.  Ministers.    Acres  C  C    Range E. No. 11  50  18    Squadron No. 5  450  60    No. 11  450  90    No. 12  187  37    Unfalsed taxes and necessary intervening charges are paid to me the subscriber, on or before Monday the fourth of April next, so much of said land will be sold by public Auction as will pay the same, at the house of Capt. Joseph Stockbridge, innholder in said Freeport. JOSEPH HUTCHINS.    
WHEREAS a Commission of Bankruptcy has been awarded and issued against Ezekiel Day, of Portland, in the District of Maine, Merchant, and the said Ezekiel Day has been declared a Bankrupt—he is hereby required to surrender himself to the commissioners in said Commission named, on Tuesday the 15th, and on Thursday the 24th days of March next, & on Monday the 14th day of April next, at 10 o'clock, A. M. on each of said days, at the Office of SALMON CHASE, Esquire, near the Hay Market in Middle-street, 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, 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 immediate 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, } Commis- WILLIAM WIDGERY, } finers. Dated February 28, 1803.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice, that she has been duly appointed and has taken upon her the trust of an Administratrix on the estate of WILLIAM SPEAR, late of Brunswick, in the county of Cumberland, mariner, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs:—She 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 for settlement. LUCY SPEAR. Brunswick, Feb. 23, 1803.
WE the subscribers, Commissioners appointed by the Hon. Jonathan Bowman, Esq. Judge of Probate for the county of Lincoln, to receive and examine the claims to the several creditors to the Estate of PAUL THORNDIKE, late of Camden, in said county, yeoman, deceased, represented insolvent—hereby give notice that six months are allowed to bring in & prove their claims; and that we will attend that service at the house of BENJAMIN PALMER, innholder in said town, on the first Tuesday of March next, and the five following months. SAMUEL JACOBS, JOHN HARKNESS. Camden, February, 1803.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has been duly appointed Administratrix on the Estate of WILLIAM KIRKPATRICK, late of Warren, in the county of Lincoln, yeoman, deceased; and has undertaken that trust by giving bond as the Law directs:—All persons therefore having demands 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 ELIZABETH KIRKPATRICK, Ad- Warren, Jan. 8, 1803. ministratrix.
NOTICE is hereby given to the Creditors of ABRAHAM WALDRON, late of Portland, that a further time of five months from the date hereof, is allowed by the Judge, for them to bring in their claims:—The Commissioners inform that they will attend that service on the last Monday of this and the second Monday of the four following months, from two to five o'clock P. M. on each day, at the store of NEAL & FLETCHER, Fifth-street Portland. JAMES NEAL } Commis- FRYE POOR, } finers. Jan. 12, 1803.
THE subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed Administratrix on the Estate of ROBERT M c DONALD, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, mariner, deceased, has taken upon her that trust by giving bond as the Law directs:—She therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon to exhibit the same to FRANCES M c DONALD. January 13, 1803.
THE subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed Administrator on the estate of JOSEPH HANCOCK, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, mariner, deceased has taken upon him that trust, by giving bond as the law directs: he therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to LEWIS GAY, Administrator for said Estate, or to NATHANIEL CHAMBERLIN, Attorney for the said Gay, Dated Jan. 15, 1803.
THE subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed Administratrix on the Estate of WILLIAM MILLIKEN, late of Scarborough, in the county of Cumberland, mariner, deceased, has taken upon her that trust by giving bond as the Law directs:—She therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon to exhibit the same to Mr. ZECHARIAH HARMON, of said Scarborough, who will attend to settle the same at his dwelling-house in said town, on the last Wednesdays of this and the three following months. KATHARINE MILLIKEN. Dated January 11, 1803.
PUBLIC notice is hereby given, that the subscriber has been duly appointed Guardian to BENJAMIN GOOCH, of Northarmouth, a Spendthrift, and given bonds as the law directs:—All persons are hereby forbid to make any contracts, bargains, or discharge any debts with the said Gooch, as all such will not be valid after this date. EBENEZER CORLISS. Northarmouth, Feb. 1, 1803.
Sales at Auction.
On Monday, the 7th of March, at 12 o'clock, at Wells' Wharf, THE ship John and James , burthened 240 tons, has never made a voyage, and may be calculated on as a fast Sailer. A credit of 2, 4, and 6 months will be given, upon good security—The inventory to be seen at the place of sale. Portland, 24th Feb. 1803.
Excellent Stand for Business, on Kennebec River.
FOR SALE cheap, a convenient dwelling House, 45 by 30 feet, two stories high, completely finished inside and out, papered and painted, with a handsome hall, 7 good lodging chambers; a shed of 40 feet adjoining the same, with a Well of water under it; a good Barn and other Buildings, a Wharf 104 feet long, with 15 feet of water at low tide—a store on the same, 44 by 20 feet, two stories high, well finished and glazed. The lot of Land contains near one hundred acres, and is nearly square; a quarter part of it is covered with white oak, and 6 acres are diked marsh. The lot extends 130 rods on the river, with a number of good births for catching salmon. It includes an excellent Ship Yard, with everything convenient for building, a good shed of 30 feet, a good dock for timber, and some Timber Knees and Plank in the same.—For price and terms, inquire of BENJAMIN EMMONS at Georgetown, opposite Jones' Eddy, living on the premises. Feb. 28. 12p.
THE Co-partnership of the
subscribers, under the firm of GOSS & PAGE, was dissolved on their bill by mutual consent.—All persons having any demands against said firm, are requested to present the same for settlement, and those indebted are called upon to make immediate settlement with either of the subscribers. E. H. GOSS, JONATHAN PAGE. Brunswick, Feb. 14, 1803.
REMOVAL.
Aaron Adams, MOST respectfully informs his friends and customers, that he was removed from his stand at the head of Richardson's Wharf, and taken the store formerly occupied by Mr. PARKER ILSLEY, at the corner of Union and Fore-streets, 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.
To the Honorable the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, in General Court assembled, at Boston, January 1803.
WE, the Subscribers, your humble petitioners knowing that the Legislature are at all times willing to remove inconveniences, and redress grievances when known to exist in any part of this Commonwealth, and are not insensible of the advantages & disadvantages of an incorporate & unincorporate state: We, therefore, pray the Honorable Legislature that the Plantation called Oxford, in the county of York, may be incorporated into a town by the name of Oxford, according to the courses and distances following, viz.—Beginning at a Pond at the northeasterly corner of Waterford, thence north twenty degrees west, six miles and one hundred and thirty rods, to the fourth line of Bethel; thence west, twenty degrees south, bounded by Bethel, five miles and one half; thence south, twenty degrees east, seven miles or thereabouts, to Waterford line; thence to the first mentioned bound. And your Petitioners, as in duty bound, will ever pray.
ASA CUMMINGS, } Committee cho- BANI HASKELL, } sen in behalf of JONATHAN FOLT, } the Plantation of Oxford.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
In Senate, Jan. 24th, 1803. ON the Petition of Asa Cummings, Committee of the Plantation called Oxford, in the county of York, praying that said Plantation, according to the courses and distances described in said Petition, may be incorporated into a
Ordered, That the Petitioners cause an attested copy of their said Petition, with this Order thereon, to be published in the Palladium , printed in Boston, and in the Portland Gazette , printed by E. A. Jenks, three weeks successively, the last publication to be thirty days, at least, before the second Wednesday of the fifth session of the next General Court, that all persons concerned may then appear and show cause, (if any they have) why the prayer of said Petition should not be granted. Sent down for concurrence, DAVID COBB, President. In the House of Representatives, Jan. 24, 1803. Read and concurred. JOHN C. JONES, Speaker. A true Copy—Attest, G. E. VAUGHAN, Clerk of the Senate.
WANTED, an Apprentice to
the Chair Making Business. A ready Lad, about 14 or 15 years old, will meet with good encouragement by applying to WILLIAM WILDER, Fore-street, at the head of Ticonder's Wharf.
TO LET,
TWO large Chambers in Jones' Row, well situated, and convenient for most any kind of business—Also, part of a Cellar under the same.—Inquire of BENJAMIN SMITH, at No. 2, in said Row. Jan. 31.
TO LET, 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.
FOR SALE, At No 10, Union Wharf, A Quantity of white Rock Sand ALSO A quantity of Coffee, in b

Flour. 100 Bbls. Fresh Fine and Su- perfine Flour, for Sale by JOSHUA RICHARDSON, Feb. 14. At Richardson's Wharf.  Jamaica Rum, FOR sale by RALPH CROSS— high fourth proof, and of good flavour just landed from Brig June . Also, a few hds. of best retailing  Molasses. apply at his Store, West part of the town. February 14.
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 Bank of Grapes , Fore Street —where every atten- tion will be paid to all who may favor him with their commands, and the smallest favors gratefully acknowledged.  At the above shop—A few pieces of best superfine black, blue and mixed BROADCLOTHS and CASIMERES, lately received.  Also, in store, on Titcomb's Wharf, and for sale, a quantity of St. Georges LIME, and GRINDSTONES, warranted of the first quality.
N. B. Those gentlemen who wish to employ Mr. JOHN CLINTON , will find him at the above shop.  Wanted, a Journeyman Tail- or , and a Boy as an Apprentice —one from the country will be preferred.
New Hard-Ware Store. 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, primed metal screw bottom, japan'd and common iron Can- dles; Cabinet and Clock Furniture; brass and steel Chimney Hooks; brass Thumb Latches and Lockers; brass Chair Nails; Prying 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 moon face Clock Dials; tin'd, iron, composi- tion and block tin Tea and Table Spoons; Smuffers; iron and steel Coffee Mills; Coffee Furniture; Horns 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. crooked, tenon, hand, panel, saw, dove- tail, compass and key-hole; cast iron Weights; Sicelards; brass Scales; Scale Beams.  Joiners, Saddlers, Coopers, and Shoemakers Tools.
Spectacles with single and double lenses; Razor Cases; Inkstands; Curling Tongs; Shaving Boxes; Snuff and Tobacco do.  Scales and Dividers; Mathe- matical Instruments; Time Glasses; Calking and Making Irons; Ship Scrappers; Sail Nec- dles and Palms; Pleth Forks, cooks and pitch Lades; patent Binac e Lamps.  A very complete assortment of Saddlery,
viz. plated and common Stirrups; pelham and snaffle Bits; Martingale Furniture; Nails Staples and Plates; flat and in lot Buckles; woolen and linen Webs; Pins; plated and common Spurs; Whips and Whip Thongs.  A large assortment of Files and Rasps; Wood Screws; Bed and Cork Screws; Crewet Frames with 4 and 5 glasses; white chapel and common Needles; Thimbles; Knitting Needles; Sleeve Buttons; Knee Buckles; Shoe Claps; Rat and Mouse Traps; Curry Combs; Curriers' Leather-Dressers; and Drawing Knives; patent and common brick and planing Trowels; States and Pen- cils; Hones; Looking Glasses; hair Sieve Bottoms; Wrapping Paper.  Floor, hearth, dust, scrubbing, shoe, paint, tar, salt and white- wash Brushes.
A very complete assortment of Brass Harness Furniture. Cast Iron Ware; 7 by 9 and 8 by 10 Window Glass; 4d. 6d. 8d. 10d. & 12d. Cut and Wrought Nails; Sheathing and Deck Nails; Tacks and Brads of all sizes; Azes; Mill Saws, and German Steel.
Also, by the Union , from Bristol , a large assortment of Cod and Log Lines; Mackerell Lines; Sash and Chalk Lines; Sewing and Seine Twine; small, middle, and large Quarter IP Cod Hooks; Pewter; Flat Irons; Cart Boxes; 7-1/2, 14, and 28lb Cast Iron Weights; Patent Shot; Sheet Iron; Block tin Teapots; Pewter Quars and Pints, &c.  ALSO, Hyson, Souchong and Bohea TEAS of the first quality. Portland, Nov. 1802. (1818)
Shipping Furs. A Generous price will be given for all kinds of Shipping Furs, by AARON AUSTIN, Who has for Sale. A few Russia Beds of the first quality. Jan. 3.
PHILADELPHIA Corn and Flour. 300 Bbls. scratched and fu- perfine 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, 3, Union Wharf. Portland, Feb. 7.
Juit arrived and for Sale, A quantity of excellent Molasses and Sugar, By EBENEZER STORER, No. 1, Union Row. Portland, Feb. 7.
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' Accidence; Child's Companion Morfe's Universal Geography, Dwight's Geography, Nichols', Pike's & Walsh'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, Back 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.; Hadley's Quadrants, dif- ferent prices; Gunter's Scales and Divid- ers; 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.)
BOOKS. I. ADAMS, has for sale, at his Bookstore, No. 6, Jones' Row , a general as- sortment of Books & Stationary. AMONG WHICH ARE, Brown's Law Dictionary. Dunford & Eads', 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, Espinasse's Nisi Prius; Lillie's Entries, Justices Affidavit; Town Officer, Clerk's Magazine (new edition) Kid on Bills, &c. &c. Townsend's Guide to health Morfe'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.
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 incon- veniences—each one has the wood a common fire place consumes, and are equally as warm and comfortable—and are a sure remedy for smoky 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 Trim- ming 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 Boarders, may be ac- commodated as above. Portland (Court Street) Feb 12.
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.
A Fresh supply of French and Spanish Indigo, just received for sale by AARON AUSTIN, at his store in Fore-Street, Portland. Jan. 24.
Lands & Mills for Sale. FOR SALE, on the most rea- sonable terms, a valuable set of Mills, be- ing a Saw and Grist Mill, together with two hundred acres of excellent Land adjoining the same, including the privileges of said Mills, on both sides of the river, on which they stand. Said Land and Mills, lying in the flourishing and pleasantly situated Town of Bangor , at the head of navigation, on Penob- scot River.
Also, between four and five thousand acres of choice Land, in Township No. 2 , third Range, north of the Waldo Pa- tent ; exempt from immediate settlement:— Said Land will be sold either in Lots, or by the whole quantity, as may best suit the pur- chasers. In the last mentioned township, is a saw and grist-mill, completed for business; to- gether with twenty families; and is distant only twelve miles from navigation.
Likewise, three thousand acres of good Land, to settlers only, with a right to select the same, in Township No. 4 , fourth Range, north of the Waldo Patent , in which several settlements have been commenced.
Also, a thousand acres, in Township No. 3 , fourth Range, north of the Waldo Patent —in which township, there are between twenty and thirty settlements, to- gether with several families now resident in said town.
Likewise, three hundred acres of excellent Land, of the first quality, in the noted and distinguished Township No. 3 , fifth Range, north of the Waldo Patent ; known by the name of Lincoln Town —in which a set of mills was erected last season, and in which there were about thirty settlements.
Also, several thousand acres of good Land, in Township No. 4 , seventh Range, called College Town . The whole of the above Lands, will be disposed of on liberal credit to settlers. The price of said Lands will vary as it respects their situation and quality, from nine to fifteen shillings per acre.
Gentlemen who may be pur- chasers of the above Lands, when they take into consideration the fertility of its soil, the agreeableness of its situation, being in the neighbourhood of what must soon be an exten- sive navigation, will undoubtedly hereafter thank its present owner, for this opportunity, of making such a valuable acquisition; by which means they will be sufficiently able graciously to enhance their properties.
The terms and particulars of the sale of the above Lands, may be known by enquiring of MOSES HODSDON , JEN. at Kendall's Plantation , twelve miles northwest of Bangor . Said Hodsdon resides at Berwick , county of York , from the first of December to the first of April. Portland, Feb. 15, 1803.
Rich Land for Sale. 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. 58 Cornhill Boston , in Mass- achusetts. (4 w.) January 22, 1803.
A House for Sale, SITUATED on Upper Street (leading from Back Street to the Cove .) The House is 41 by 17 feet, two stories, with two stacks of chimneys, and can be made con- venient for two families, being nearly fin- ished. There are about sixteen rods in the lot on which it stands. Terms of pay- ment made easy to the purchaser.—For particulars, inquire of NICHOLAS TITCOMB , on the premises. Portland, Feb. 7. (tf)
For Sale, IN Newgloucester , a valuable and pleasant situation, for trading, or a public house—consisting of about a quar- ter of an acre of land, with a good dwell- ing house and barn thereon.
Also, about thirty acres of good land, suitable for a small farm, half a mile from the above situation. The terms will be made easy to the purchaser inquire of THOMAS B. STINCHFIELD , on the premises. Jan. 31.
A Valuable Farm, FOR SALE, in Falmouth ; situated on the post-road, six miles from Portland . It contains sixty acres of Land, with a new two story Dwelling-House thereon, and a good Barn. It is well watered, and in a good situation for a public house.— The terms will be liberal, for cash or on credit. Apply to SAMUEL CUTTER , on the premises. Falmouth, Jan. 13.
LOST , in this town, a Saddle . Whoever will give information to the Printer where it may be had, will oblige the owner. Feb. 14.
Portland Brewery. SMITH & HORE, BREWERS and MALSTERS, Respectfully inform the inhabitants of Port- land, they continue to brew PORTER, STRONG BEER, ALE, and TABLE BEER. Masters of vessels may be supplied with Beer, warranted to keep in any part of the world.
Malt and Hops; fresh Yeast. Cash for BARLEY and Empty BOT- TLES. Feb. 21.
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 CLOCK and WATCH MAKING BUSINESS , offers for sale his STOCK IN TRADE (at the first cost) consisting of Broadcloths, Cashmeres, Calicoes, Shalloons, Durants, Dimities, 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 that is a workman at Repairing Watches. One with approved recommendations, may find good encouragement, by applying as above. 18 Mo. 24, 1803.
Pocket-Book Lost. LOST in Topsham , on the 4th inst. a red morocco POCKET- BOOK , containing about sixty dollars in bank-bills, sundry notes of hand and two tickets in South Hadley Lottery , (Nos. 4,391 and 4,371.) The name of the owner was marked in the book.—Whoever may have found said Pocket-Book , and will return it to the owner, or leave it with the Printer, shall receive Twenty Dollars reward. JOHN HOLLAND. Topsham, Feb. 18, 1803.
Public Inn. JOHN BUTLER , informs his friends and the public, that he has opened a House of Entertainment , for the accommodation of Travellers, in North- berm , about nine miles from Portland , on the Eastern Post Road .—Those who may please to favor him with their company, shall receive every attention in his power to afford; and every favor duly acknowledged.
N. B. Convenient Stabling for Horses—Constant supply of good Hay and Provender. Feb. 21.
W. TORRY'S Warranted LIME. A Constant supply of warranted STONE LIME , may be had by applying to JOHN HERBERT, At his Shop near Ingraham's Wharf . Portland, Dec. 1802. (3m)41)
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- sumptuous lower bridge , through Scatuate to Gray ; and about 7 miles from Port- land . A few 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 nonresident proprietors or own- ers of the several Lots of Land lying in Poland , in the year one thousand eight hundred and one, (now part in Poland and part in Minot ) in the county of Cumber- land and commonwealth of Massachusetts , hereafter named, are hereby notified that the same are taxed in the Town Tax , in the bill committed to me the subscriber, one of the Collectors of the said town for the year 1801, to collect in the sums fol- lowing, to wit:
   FIRST DIVISION. Delinquents on the Highway Tax.   No. Lots. Value. No. Lots. Value.    20 100 50 7 18 50  76 100 100 13 50 24  54 100 150 23 50 9  31 100 150 20 91 100  43 100 150 20 20 100  40 100 150 20 96 100  77 50 50 7 76 100  SECOND DIVISION. FIRST DIVISION.  155 100 200 26 54 100  13 100 100 13 31 100  130 100 70 7 40 100  25 100 100 13 66 100  107 80 120 17 77 50  15 100 150 20 SECOND DIVISION.  105 100 50 7 13 100  75 100 50 7 21 100  122 50 50 7 104 100  100 50 50 7 142 100  120 50 50 7 143 100  145 100 200 26 106 50  140 100 150 20 97 75  25 100  107 50  127 100  15 100  62 60  104 100  76 100  16 100  
If no person shall appear to discharge said taxes and necessary charges, on or before the twenty-sixth day of the fourth month next, at nine of the clock in the forenoon, so much of said Lots of Land as will be sufficient to discharge the same, will then be sold at public auction to the highest bidder, at the dwelling-house of WENTWORTH RICKER , innholder in said Poland , according to law. WILLIAM CAMPBELL , Collector. Dated at said Poland , 6th day of Mo. 1803.
LOST , in this town, a Saddle . Whoever will give information to the Printer where it may be had, will oblige the owner. Feb. 14.
Bankrupt Notices. WHEREAS a Commission of Bankruptcy has 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 Commis- sion named, on Tuesday the first, on Monday the fourteenth, 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 dis- covery 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 Commis- sioners, 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 credi- tors 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, be- fore 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 Bankrupt- cy has 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 Attorney 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 de- sired to deliver the same to NATHAN KINSMAN , Assignee. Dated 14th February, 1803.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the sub- scriber has been duly appointed At- torney of the Estate and Effects of CHARLES SHAW , of Portland , in the District of Maine , Trader, a Bank- rupt:—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.