Portland gazette, and Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1805-12-09 00:00:00

PORTLAND GAZETTE, AND MAINE ADVERTIZER.
No. 34, of Vol. VIII.
PORTLAND (MAINE) MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1805.
[Whole No. 398.]
Mr. JAMES D. HOPKINS, Clerk of the Maine Turnpike Association:
YOU are hereby requested by the subscribers, five of the members of said Corporation to notify and warn a meeting of the members of that Corporation, to be held at the Chamber over the Maine Fire and Marine Insurance Office, in Portland, on Saturday, the twenty-first day of December next, at 2 o'clock, P. M. to act on the following articles, viz.
 1. To choose a Moderator or Chairman,  2. To take into consideration the application of ENNEZER LIBBEY and others, for the relinquishment of part of the Maine Turnpike route from New Hampshire line to Portland, and act thereon as they may judge expedient.  3. To act on any other business that may come before them, as they may think proper. 
Isaac Parker, Hugh M'Lean, Lemuel Weeks, Daniel Tucker, Wm. Symmes.
Pursuant to the foregoing application, I do hereby notify and warn the members of the Maine Turnpike Association, to meet at the time and place, and for the purposes above-mentioned.
JAMES D. HOPKINS, { Clerk of Maine Turnpike Association. Portland, Nov. 30, 1805.
ARCHELAUS LEWIS, one of the Justices of the Peace, within and for the County of Cumberland:
THE Subscribers, being Proprietors in the Town of Falmouth, judging a Proprietor's Meeting to be necessary, do hereby request you to issue a Warrant, for calling a meeting a meeting of the said Proprietors, to be held at the house of Andrew P. Foster, late of Falmouth, deceased, on the Thirtieth day of December next , it being the last Monday in said month, at ten o'clock, A. M. to act on the following articles:
 1. To choose a Moderator.  2. To choose a Clerk, the former Clerk being dead.  3. To receive accounts, and allow the same if they see cause.  4. To choose a committee-man in lieu of A. P. Foster.  5. To sign grants to those who have not had 104 acres of land laid out to them, and to remove those that have been laid on former grants or on old claims.  6. To see if the Proprietors will choose a committee to object to any person or persons who are on the Proprietor's Land and professed trespassers.  7. To see what the Proprietors will do with the undivided Land, after 104 acres are completed to each Proprietor; to sell it at public auction, or dispose of it as they think proper.  8. To see what method the Proprietors will take to call their Meetings for the future.  9. To account sundry layings out of the Committee. 
Benj. Bailey, Sam'l Mountfort, John Quinby, Nathan Winflow, Job Winflow, Oliver Winflow, Wm. Winflow, Peter Woodbury.
(L. s) Cumberland ss. To NATHAN WINFLOW, one of the Proprietors of Falmouth, in the County aforesaid.
YOU are hereby required in the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, to notify the Proprietors of Falmouth aforesaid, in manner as the law directs, to meet at the time and place, and for the purposes mentioned in the foregoing application.
Given under my hand and seal this 18th day of November, A. D. 1805. ARCHELAUS LEWIS, Justice of the Peace for the said County of Cumberland.
IN pursuance of the foregoing Warrant to me directed, I do hereby notify the Proprietors of Falmouth, to meet at the time and place mentioned in the foregoing application, and for the purposes therein expressed.
NATHAN WINFLOW Falmouth, Nov. 18, 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given, that a further time, viz. from the 10th day of December next, is allowed, by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. Judge of the Probate of Wills, &c. for the county of Cumberland, for Creditors to the estate of
ROBERT McDONALD, late of Portland, Mariner, deceased, to bring forward and prove their claims—All persons having claims against said estate not already exhibited, are hereby notified that the subscribers will attend for that purpose, at the house of James Chadwick, of said Portland, on Tuesday and Saturday next, at three of the clock, in the afternoon of each day.
Richard Hunnewell, { Commissioners. Arthur McLellan, { Portland, Nov. 30, 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscribers have been duly appointed Executors of the last Will and Testament of
WILLIAM FESSENDEN, late of Fryeburg, in the county of Oxford, Clerk, deceased, and have taken upon themselves that trust by giving bonds, as the law directs:—And all persons, having any demands upon the estate of the said Deceased, are required to exhibit the same; and all persons indebted to the same, are called upon to make payment to
Ebenezer Fessenden, jun. } Executors. Samuel Fessenden, } Fryeburg, Nov. 20th, 1805.
THE subscribers hereby gives notice to all concerned, that having been duly appointed administrator to the estate of
JOSIAH HASEN, late of Bridgton in the county of Cumberland, yeoman deceased, has taken upon himself that trust by giving bonds as the law directs, he therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased estate, to make immediate payment, and those having any demands, to exhibit the same to
JACOB HASEN, Administrator. Bridgton, November 21, 1805.
TAKEN UP, in Cape Elizabeth a light grey HORSE, trots at a T owner may have him again by proving property and paying charges. Apply to
JOSEPH PARKER, Cape Elizabeth, Dec. 2.
Poetry.
THE SAILOR'S DIRGE.
Sew up the hammock, Death has laid Poor Tom in Honor's bed; Heave out a sigh, and lower away, Our gallant mate's dead.  A tight trim hearted lad he was, A seaman stout and bold; He lov'd his friend—he lov'd his girl, But now his heart is cold.  So long as French and Spaniard's fought, No lion was more brave; But when they cry'd for quarters, none Than Jack more free to save.  When overboard and struggling hard For life's dear sake was I, Though wild the waves, and loud the wind, Jack heard my piteous cry.  He ask'd no leave of paltry fear, He swam and took me out; Now Jack must sink, and I may swim, So fortune wheels about.  Farewell, Poor Jack—in vain for thee, The ocean billows roar; Farewell, poor Jack, with honor won— Thou now hast reach'd the shore.
Miscellany.
GEN. EATON.
We have been favored with a copy of a letter from Gen. Eaton, dated at Grand-Cairo, December 25, 1804. This letter contains a detailed statement of an examination of a Jewish merchant, respecting the history of David Valentin, who in the summer of 1803, was captured in the Mediterranean, by an American frigate and brought to this country as a Tripolitan prisoner; and who died at Washington the following winter. The testimony of this Jewish merchant fully corresponds with the account which the prisoner gave of himself to the American government. We hope soon to be permitted to publish this interesting statement, together with other documents respecting the unfortunate Valentin.
The letter of Gen. Eaton closes with the following general remarks on the physical, moral and political state of Egypt. We cannot but notice with what ease and uprightness this enterprising officer has written (on subjects totally unconnected with his pursuits) at the moment he was forming the project of collecting a few scattered soldiers, and traversing an unmeasured and dreary wilderness to attack the enemies of his country, and to "liberate his brethren from servitude and chains."
"Can you expect me to say any thing of Egypt, after Volney and Denon? They have drawn from life; and in nothing exaggerated. Egypt's physical appearance is the same; and its political is only changed in that British regulars have succeeded to French marauders, and Turkish brigands to both. The domination of the country is now disputed with these by the Mamelukes—and the desert Arabs, like the ravens and vultures of our wilderness, hanging on the rear of both armies, devour every thing which is left defenceless; the consequent wretchedness of the inhabitants is inconceivable; danger and despair stalk every where."
"Egypt must really seek a deliverer in a foreign conqueror. There is, however, a singular tradition among the people, that "their deliverance must be effected by the Mamelukes, another name for slave; because God hath ordained that, since its salvation by Joseph, a Mameluke, the country must be saved by slaves." They admit the English rendered them much service in expelling the French; and pray for their return to drive out the Turks; but then, all must be ascribed to the influence of Joseph's spirit."
"Whatever events may take place to regulate its government and ameliorate the situation of its inhabitants, Egypt, like Carthage and Syracuse, will no more see its ancient splendor. It was the commerce of India and the borders of the red sea, more than inherent resources flowing through these plains, that gave wealth and grandeur to ancient Egypt; these sources have found new channels, wealth and grandeur have flown with them. I can see nothing therefore on the celebrated Nile; which the Ohio, Mississippi, Altamaha, Savanna, and Chesapeake, do not offer us; even her crocodiles and her bayet would have nothing to boast side and side by our alligators and catfish—they are precisely the same animals; and her half grown mice, of geography, can certainly be nothing more than abortions. But when I contrast the pure currents, healthful margins, and delightful landscapes of our Susquehannah, Delaware, Hudson and Connecticut with the muddy waters, miry or parched banks, and eternal burning desert of this river; and the intelligence, freedom and felicity of the citizens there, with the stupid ignorance, riveted vassalage and hopeless misery of the peasants
here, I almost lose the sensibility of pity in the glad reflection that I am a citizen of the United States. Ruined temples, pyramids and catacombs, monuments of the superstition, pride and frailty of their founders, disgust my sight; for with their magnificence I cannot but couple in my mind the idea of the slaves who must have groaned under the oppressive folly of their fabrication. Egypt, like hypocrisy, shows best in perspective."
The following particulars of the massacre of the Dey of Algiers, and his Prime Minister, are given by Gen. Eaton. He says,
"That the Dey had rendered himself unpopular at Algiers, by the peace and feebleness of his administration. His cruisers were idle in the port; the country was disturbed by the dissensions of a fanatic, who had visited Mecca; and the city was deprived of its customary supplies. The soldiers at length broke out into rebellion, and placed at their head a celebrated captain of Algiers, who had distinguished himself by the capture of a Portuguese ship. They remonstrated with the Dey, and commanded him to leave the throne. To leave the throne in that country is the same as losing his head. The Dey expostulated and resisted. But the soldiers were obstinate, and the unfortunate Dey was forced to yield to their importunity. "I care nothing," (said he, addressing himself to the insurgents in the hall of audience) "about the destiny which awaits me. I shall die contented. It is what many a younger and better man than myself has done before me. I ought in fact to rejoice that I have lived to see my present length of days. But I feel for my family; my children." "You know," cried they, "into whose hands they will fall." The Dey dismounted from his throne, and attended by his prime minister, approached the door of the Hall, when they were immediately cut to pieces. The regency was now offered to the captain; but he prudently refused the dangerous honor. He told them that he was not at all versed in the foreign relations of Algiers; nor did he know enough of the civil law to direct the administration of justice: The present disturbances had arisen partly from religion, and it was but proper that the reins of government should be put into the hands of the Mufti . As for my part, said the wary Mufti , to the messenger who invited him to the throne, my thoughts are fixed upon another world. It is my office to persuade and instruct, but not to command to the people." But the soldiers were once more obstinate in their resolution, and Mufti was conducted to the palace of the Dey. "Is it not much more becoming you," said the elected Dey to the "captain of the insurrection, to direct the affairs of government? You have an arm"—"True said the captain, but you have a head." "The head is more powerful than the arm; because it directs it." At length this curious and singular contention was put an end to by a compromise, which attached them both to the administration. The Mufti was henceforth to be the Dey, and the captain was to be placed at the head of the army. It is the opinion of Gen. Eaton, that this important revolution will render the regency of Algiers, more moderate in his administration. All the Dey's have hitherto taken from the soldiers, and not from the priests. It is no doubt a fact universally admitted, that all superstitious establishments, whilst they debase the spirit have often contributed to soften the ferocity of their votaries."
Government has ordered the house lately occupied by Mr. Steele, as a boarding house, at Washington, to be fitted for the accommodation of the Minister from Barbary. It is said that he has brought several horses, as presents to the President and his Ministers: But as no officer of the government can accept of any present of the kind, His African Excellency may make a good speculation of them at the race grounds . It is said his Excellency is to reside permanently in the United States.
[Centinel.]
COL. BUTLER.
The following is the sentence of the Court-Martial, held at New-Orleans, some months since for the trial of Col. BUTLER, whereof Lt. Col. FREEMAN was president. The sentence has been approved by Gen. WILKINSON.
"The Court having maturely weighed and considered what hath appeared before them in evidence, during the course of the prosecution, as well as what the Prisoner, Colonel THOMAS BUTLER hath urged in his defence, are of opinion that he is guilty of wilful, obstinate, and continued disobedience of the general order of the 30th of April 1801, for the regulating the cut of the hair, and also of the disobedience of the order of the 1st of February, 1804, as set forth in the last charge and specification, whereon he has been arraigned; the court also finds him guilty of mutinous conduct, in appearing publicly in command of the troops at the city of New-Orleans, with his hair cut, in direct and open violation of the general order of the 30th of April 1801, and 1st of February 1804, as stated in the 2d charge, and part of the 2d
CONSTITUTION OF VERMONT.
MIDDLEBURY, NOV. 13.
Agreeably to the Constitution, a Council of Censors, consisting of thirteen members, will be elected by the freemen, on the last Wednesday in March next, who are to assemble in this place on the first Wednesday in June, 1806:—"Whose duty it will be to enquire, whether the Constitution of this State has been preserved inviolate, in every part, during the last septennial, or seven years; and whether the Legislative & Executive branches of the government have performed their duty, as guardians of the people. They are also to enquire, whether the public taxes have been justly laid and collected in all parts of the Commonwealth; in what manner the public monies have been disposed of; and whether the laws have been duly executed. For these purposes, they are authorized to send for persons, papers, and records:—and have power to pass public censures, to order impeachment, and to recommend to the Legislature the repealing of such laws as shall appear to them to be unconstitutional. These powers they are to hold during the space of one year from the day of their election. They are also empowered to call a Convention, to meet within two years after their sitting, if there appears to them an absolute necessity of amending any article of the Constitution," Sec. &c.
Political.
From the STAR,
LETTER III.
To THOMAS ALLEN, JUN. of Pittsfield.
SIR,  THE internal duties, otherwise called the excise, I was generally opposed to, and that from the following reasons, viz.—Firstly, because I considered that the numerous officers which it created; the officers of which holding their offices at the pleasure of the President, would be liable at all times, let what party would prevail, to form an unwieldy and dangerous Presidential patronage.—This was my principal objection. I was opposed to it, as it respected the duties imposed on home refined sugar and distilled spirits, believing that it was unwise to embarrass manufactures in this country. I also thought it reasonable in the extreme, that those people who emigrated to the new countries, so remote from navigation, as to render it inconvenient for them to obtain foreign distilled spirits, should have the privilege of converting their grain into spirits, and use and enjoy it as a substitute for foreign distilled spirits, duty free, as we do our cider. I was moderately opposed to it as it respected the stamps, considering that a very inconvenient tax, and but little profit arising from it. But as it respected the duties on licence and on carriages, no man could be more firmly attached to it than I was; especially on carriages, I considered, to be the most salutary measure as it respected the farmer and common people that ever has been adopted by any administration, since the organization of the general government. This was a tax imposed on a class of our citizens to whom taxes are not a burden. By this expedient our rich and opulent citizens were made to contribute something towards their share of the expenses of government, and the payment of the national debt; and without this we have no means left to draw from the opulent characters the eightieth, and in many instances not the five hundredth part of their share according to their property and ability to pay; for we have no principle left by which to collect a revenue from, but the external duties, duties so called, that is, duties on rum, sugar, molasses, teas of all kinds, coffee, pepper, spice, ginger, clothes of all kinds salt, and almost all kinds of merchandise which is imported into our country; and sold by the merchants to the people—so that he, (whether he be rich or poor) who buys and consumes the most of those articles of merchandise, on which there is a duty (and that is nearly every article which is to be found in the stores of our merchants) pays the most taxes, to the government. It appears therefore, to be a fact, that if a poor man eats, drinks and wears of those dutied articles, as much as a rich man; he pays as much taxes to the government, as the rich man does.—How unequal then is the operation of this mode of collecting revenues. It appears also to be a truth, that a farmer worth three or four thousand dollars, wants to use more spirits in a year, than the opulent gentleman, in the city, who is worth three or four hundred thousand dollars; for this rich man lives on the interest of his money, retired from business, having no haying or harvesting, or heavy business to require laborers, and therefore, no spirits to find for them. It is also a fact, that the a

bove farmer uses six times as much salt as the rich man; for the farmer wants salt for his meat, his cattle, his dairy, his table, and for his horses; while the rich man wants only for his table, and a span of elegant carriage horses by this you see that three thousand dollars in the hands of a farmer in the country, contributes or pays more taxes to the government than three hundred thousand dollars in the hands of the richest citizen does, when the rich citizen ought to pay three hundred dollars to this farmer; three hundred dollars to three dollars would be the proportion according to their interests. Do you believe, Mr. Allen, that the people in general are sensible of this inequality?—Do you believe Mr. Allen, that if the whole sum of (say) eighteen millions of dollars, which the United States now owes, was at once to be assessed on the estate of the whole people, in one grand tax; and the assessors were to set a larger tax in the grand bill, to the farmer that was worth three thousand dollars, than they did to the gentleman in the city, who was worth three hundred thousand dollars, that the farmer would not only see, but sensibly feel the inequality and injustice of it? And if you was one of those grand assessors, should you not expect that the people would grumble at it, and drop you for the next year? Although the people in general are not sensible of this being exactly their situation—although they are daily paying this money, unknown to themselves every time they buy a gallon of rum, a pound of tea, coffee, chocolate, pepper, spice, ginger, or a bushel of salt, or any other article almost whatever; yet it is a fact that it is the case, and that it operates just as injuriously and as much to the damage of the farmer, as though it was to be assessed as above stated; and a grand collector was to come and call on them for their taxes, for the prices of every article of merchandise, which we buy is just so much higher, as to make the merchant whole for having before paid the duties which are by law set to them.
The federal administration seeing and knowing, that the external duties alone would operate thus unequally; that the opulent characters in the great cities and towns were going to escape paying hardly any part of their share of the debt, and expenses of the government, very judiciously laid on a heavy duty on carriages, a kind of property generally possessed and owned by the opulent and grand; for the first rate carriages those grandees had to pay fifteen dollars a year, for the second rate, they had to pay twelve dollars, for the third rate, five dollars, for a chaise two dollars; and many of those opulent gentlemen will own a number of those high dutied carriages, so that their taxes upon them would frequently be from thirty to forty dollars annually. This seemed to make them bear a share of the burdens though not yet half their share, according to their properties and ability to pay. Licenced persons had then to give something to the government, for the privileges of opening houses of entertainment, and selling provisions and liquors, at two or three hundred percent. profit—this also was a rich resource of revenue, a very great help to the farmer. But under the present administration both these rich resources of revenue are struck off; those two classes of citizens, the opulent gentlemen, and the licenced persons are released, and the whole burden thrown on the farmers. These things Tom, I see, and have, therefore, no hesitation to declare myself dissatisfied with the present administration. Congress might have retained the duties on carriages and licences, and easily have devised some method for the government to have realized the monies arising therefrom, without continuing the offices which were attached to the system, and thereby helped the people; and if the good of the people had been at heart, God knows that they would have done this.
I will write you again on the subject of the navy.
PHILANDER RATHBUN, West-Stockbridge, Oct. 17, 1805.
Foreign News.
By the Latest Arrivals.
LONDON, OCT. 18.
Dispatches, of an important nature, were forwarded on Wednesday by Mr. Sparrow, the Messenger, to St. Petersburg, for Lord Granville Levison Gower. Directions had been previously sent to Yarmouth for a fast-sailing cutter to be in readiness to convey Mr. Sparrow, on his arrival there, immediately to Cottenham.
A Russian squadron, we believe, arrived in Leith Roads on Monday. On Saturday, some strange vessels were observed about the mouth of the Frith, and not answering the signal, the Sea Fencibles at Leith and Newhaven were ordered on board the Admiral's ship, the Terror , in Leith Roads, which they obeyed with much alacrity. But a vessel arrived at Leith, stated, that they were a squadron of Russian men of war, and, in consequence, pilots were sent off to them immediately.
The following Address has been communicated to the Bavarian troops by the French Emperor, in general orders:
"Bavarian Soldiers, "I have placed myself at the head of my army, to deliverer your country from an unjust aggression. The House of Austria intends to annihilate your independence, and to incorporate you with its extensive dominions; but you will be true to the memory of your ancestors, who, though frequently oppressed, but
not subjugated, always preserved their independence and political existence, which is the first boon of nations, as the fidelity to the Electoral House of Bavaria is the first of your duties.
"As a faithful ally of your Sovereign, I have been sensibly affected by the proofs you have given him, at that important period, of your attachment. I know your bravery, and flatter myself that after the first battle, I shall be able to say to your Sovereign, and to my people, that you are worthy to fight under the leaders of the Grand Army."
"By command of the Emperor and King. "Marshal BERTHIER." Quartermaster-General of the Army."
STRASBOURG, (FRANCE) SEPT. 29. Address of Bonaparte to his army on crossing the Rhine.
SOLDIERS! THE war of the third coalition has commenced. The Austrian army has passed the Inn, violated treaties, attacked and driven from his capital, our ally.
Yourselves! You have been hurried by forced marches to the defence of the frontiers: You have already passed the Rhine: And nothing shall arrest our progress until we have assured the independence of the Germanic Body; relieved our allies, and confounded the pride of our aggressors. We will not make peace without a guarantee. Our generosity shall not again triumph over our interests.
Soldiers! Your Emperor is in the midst of you. You are the advance-guard of the Grand Nation : If it should be necessary, the whole of that nation shall rise at my voice to confound and dissolve this new league formed by the hatred and gold of England.
Soldiers we have forced marches to make; fatigues and privations of every kind to endure:—But the obstacles which present themselves we will overcome; and we will never take repose until we have planted our Eagles upon the citadels of our enemies.
NAPOLEON"> By order of his Majesty, Le Major-General of the Grand Army , the Marshal BERTHIER.
UTRECHT, OCT. 10. Last night the statue, called the Statue of Liberty, which had been erected here in 1793, with such great formality, was completely broken down, and not a vestige thereof left.
LUBECK, OCT. 4. Accounts received from Captains of ships state, that a part of the Russian fleet of men of war and transports, was to sail from Cronstadt for Revel on the 23d.
We are informed, that a part of the Danish Navy is fitting out at Copenhagen. Some military preparations are also making at Copenhagen. A great number of sailors have received orders to go thither.
The Court of Denmark has transmitted a Declaration to several other Courts, relative to the system of neutrality it intends to embrace, which will be of the strictest kind, without entering into any other engagement .
PARIS, OCT. 8. Pursuant to a Circular Letter from the Minister of the Interior, all the Prefects in the different Departments have opened registers for entering the names of such young men as do not belong to the conscription, and chose to serve in the Emperor's Guard of Honour.
Most of the English prisoners at Verdun have been brought away from that place, some to Valenciennes, and others to Vaudreuil, in the Department de l'Eure, five leagues from Louviers, where there are two castles, the most ancient of which is surrounded by ditches. The road of Mount Cenis is now completed, and three carriages may go a-breast from Novalaise to Lans le Bourg.
Upwards of 1000 men are employed night and day in erecting additional works round Kehl, for which purpose a number of new houses must be pulled down. One-half of the place is already evacuated, and a number of people are thereby reduced to poverty and distress, being without houses or subsistence.—As the razing of the houses did not proceed quick enough, it was resolved to burn them down; but this was postponed one day, and, in that short space, every possible assistance has been given to the inhabitants by the neighbours. The Emperor has promised the sufferers 75,000 florins.
By the Mails.
FRANKFORT, (KENTUCKY) NOV. 4.
IMPORTANT.
A correspondence of a very interesting nature has lately been held between Mr. Gaines, the Collector of the United States customs at Fort-Stoddert, on the river Mobile, and Col. Francisco Maximo, &c. Spanish Collector at the city of Mobile, on the same river. It appears, that the schooner Cato , owned and navigated by citizens of the United States, and enrolled and licenced according to law, did not stop the Spanish port of Mobile, and pay the duties which had been exacted there, from other American vessels.—On this the Spanish Collector wrote to the United States Collector, requesting a copy of the schooner's papers, that on her return a demand might be made of her "legal" duties; and a request that all vessels which cleared at Port-Stoddert might be directed to stop at Mobile, &c. Mr. Gaines, in his answer, denies the right of the Spanish Collector to call on American vessels employed in the coasting trade; and that if any law of the Spanish government gives such
right to the collector, it is in violation of the treaties existing between the United States and Spain. On the return of the Cato , however, from New-Orleans to Fort-Stoddert, she was stopped at Mobile, and is still detained; and the whole affair waits the determination of Gov. Fols, who resides at Pensacola. Representations have been made to government on the subject.
RALEIGH, N. CAROLINA, NOV. 18. The Honorable Duncan M'Farland, republican Representative to Congress, is now confined in jail, on two indictments for FORGERY and PERJURY. He has been demanded of the Governor his trial; that he may be enabled to take his seat in Congress; but the Governor has referred him to the Legislature , which sets early in December.
NEW-YORK, NOV. 23. On Tuesday night last, between the hours of ten and eleven o'clock, as a gentleman, (who it appears is a stranger) was going from the Bowery to the lower part of the city, and having occasion to stop near the head of James-street, a man came up and pressed against him—at that moment he felt him rip off the skirt of his coat, with the pocket; and before he could recover or recollect himself, the man disappeared. In the pocket was a pocket book containing 130 dollars in Bank notes. The coat appeared to have been cut with a knife or pair of scissors, and was effected with great dexterity.
TIVERTOWN, (R. I.) NOV. 11. Melancholy Accident. —As Mr. Jonathan Baker was butchering a very large hog, for which purpose, a number of the neighbors had collected to assist, the hog was hung on an oak stick that rested one end in the chamber window, and the other on a pair of shears erected for the purpose. The end in the window not being properly secured, gave way, and fell a cross the neck and back of Christopher Holt, of which wound he survived only 48 hours, leaving a sorrowful widow and five children to lament his untimely death; and the public a kind and benevolent friend.
The Gazette.
PORTLAND, MONDAY, December 9, 1805.
Tho' we have received no later European dates than those mentioned in our last, yet several articles will be found under our foreign head not unworthy perusal.
Letters from Cadiz mention that the most violent animosity subsists between the French and Spanish sailors.—not a night passes but assassinations take place. The cause of those disturbances is said to be owing to a misunderstanding between the French Admiral Villeneuve, and Gravina; and the inhabitants have taken part in the dispute, under a plea that they shall be made to suffer in consequence of the provisions being withheld for the use of the French navy.
In Madrid very alarming disturbances have taken place, which have bid defiance to government.—A decree by which a currency called Pope's Money was made to circulate, and which soon experienced a depreciation, excited violent discontent among the citizens, who remonstrated to the Prime Minister, but who treated their complaints in an insulting manner. The troops were ordered out, but instead of opposing joined the inhabitants.—Government then call'd in a regiment of Swiss Guards, consisting of 2000 men, who fired upon the people, and between 4 and 500 persons were killed or wounded. A few of the leaders have been exiled to the country, government being fearful of proceeding to harsher measures.
Economy of Mr. Jefferson. —We learn the Executive of the United States have hired Steele's elegant Hotel, in Washington, for the accommodation of the Tunisian Ambassador; and whose table, &c. is to be supported at the public expence. What could prompt Mr. Jefferson to be thus profuse with the bread taken from the "mouth of labor" we cannot conceive, unless it is owing to his attachment for the color.
But our economical democrats tell us, as a cover for this misuse of the public money, that it is a custom for Christian States to receive the agents of Barbary in this manner; this is not true; and such conduct as it respects our government, is a disgraceful, humiliating thing. If the Regency of Tunis wished to have a minister reside in this country why not support him at their own expence!—Colonel Lear, on his appointment as American Minister to Tunis, received an outfit of four thousand dollars, and a salary of $4000 a year; not from the government of that country, but from the pockets of the people of the United States.
It further appears that the distinguished honor of conveying His Excellency Sidi Solymann Melimeli, to this country in one of our frigates, is, to demand restitution for the capture of a Tunisian vessel, while attempting to enter the port of Tripoli, contrary to the law of nations, when blockaded by our squadron.—It will be fortunate for the people of the United States if this visit of His Excellency Sidi Solymann Melimeli, does not prove in the end another Berceau business.
Court Martial. —A Division Court Martial, is appointed in the 8th Division, to sit at Wiscasset, the 7th of January next, for the trial of Capt. John Parker of the 1st regiment, 1st brigade, on the complaint of Col. M'Cobb, of the same regiment, for several instances of inobedience. Col. Daniel Waters of the 3d
regiment, 1st brigade, is to preside; and the members, consisting of two Majors, six Captains, and four Subalterns, are to be taken in equal proportions from the two brigades. Capt. John Merrill of the cavalry, 1st brigade, is to act as Judge Advocate, and the Adjutant of the 2d regiment, 1st brigade, as Marshal of the Court.
TOM PAINE.
We have been informed as a fact. (and we have no particular reason to doubt it) that Tom Paine, having been visited by a second stroke of the palsy, has been deeply impressed with the heinousness of a life spent in reviling all religion, and in contemning the Author of divine revelation, and that he is in the daily practice of prayer and intercession for heavenly grace and reconciliation. [ Phila. Gaz. ]
Mr. H. Demming, postmaster at Hinsdale, in this State, has been committed to gaol at Pittsfield, under suspicion of having robbed the mail of letters addressed to Messrs. Thomas & Andrews, and Mr. John West, of Boston, inclosing 1500 dollars. Demming will be tried at the Circuit Court in this town in June next.
The Purser of the John Adams, lately arrived in Hampton Roads, informs that Lord Nelson was ordered to attack the combined fleet in Cadiz, if it could be found practicable; and that it was probable an attack would be made.
The U. States Frigate Adams, has arrived off Charleston S. C. the United States Frigate John Adams, Capt. Shaw, has arrived in Hampton Roads from Gibraltar.
FIRES
About the 20th Oct. a dreadful fire happened at St. Lucie, [Carib. Isl.] which consumed a great number of the principal stores in the town of Castree.—The fire was occasioned by a person drawing rum with a candle. A fire boke out in Water-street, Norfolk, (Vir.) on the 21st Nov. which consumed a (square of about 20 wooden buildings.
On the 15th ult. the dwelling house of Mr. Ezra Cottle, of Buckstown, (Me.) with all its contents, was consumed by fire.
On the 7th ult. the dwelling-house, &c. of Capt. Perkins, of Castine, was also consumed.
The following notices are published for the information of those who are concerned in the settlement of Estates, and which will in future be continued monthly.
PROBATE NOTICES.
Respecting such Estates as have been administered, and such as have been disposed of by Will proved, before the Hon. SAMUEL FREEMAN, Esq. Judge of the Court of Probate for the County of Cumberland. DECEMBER.
1. The names of the Deceased, and the times by which the accounts of administration should be settled. Thomas Crooker, of Minot, Executor. Isaac Crooker. Oct. 3, 1805. Wm. Gorham, of Gorham, Ex. John P. Little, Temperance Gorham. ditto Edward Anderson, of Windham, Ad. Mary Anderson ditto Anthony Sawyer, of Falmouth, Ad. Isaac Sawyer, Thomas Sawyer ditto John Mann, of Brunswick, Ex. John Mann Oct. 10. Peter White, of Standish, Ad. Peter White ditto Thomas Wales, of Bridgeton, Ad. Abby Wales ditto Thomas Coburn, of Buckfield, Ad. Abigail Coburn, Thomas Coburn ditto Isaac Woodman, of Minot, Ad. John Woodman Nov. 14. Paul Prince, jun. of Northyarmouth, Ad. Sarah Prince ditto Jonathan Mitchell, jun. of Northyarmouth, Ex. Sarah Mitchell, Isaac Mitchell ditto Jonathan Libby, of Cape Elizabeth, Ad. Jonathan Libby ditto Jonathan Vaughan, of Portland, Thomas Washburn ditto Zebulon Knight of Falmouth, Ad. Mariam Knight, Falmouth ditto Robert Tate, of Falmouth, Ad. Martha Tate ditto Hofea Bates of Brunswick, Ad. Sara Bates ditto Daniel Bagley, of Portland, Ad. Thankful Bagley ditto William Sears, of Bridgeton, Ad. Joseph Sears Dec 12 Moses M'Kenny, of Durham, Ad. Mary M'Kenny ditto Benjamin Smith, of Portland, Ad. Michael Smith ditto John Merrill, jun. of Falmouth, Ad. Elizabeth Merrill ditto John Dyer, of Portland, Ad. Agreen Crabtree ditto Joshua Gardner, of Brunswick, Ad. Martha Gardner ditto 2. Estates re-sifted in present, and the times when the Commissioners meet, and are to make report. Jacob Anderson, of Freeport, Commissioners John Cushing, and Thomas Means. April 3, 1805. James Vaughan, of Portland, Com. John Cce, Stephen Chafe May 14 Joshua Gardner of Brunswick, Com. Joseph Leighton, Benoni Burrel June 8 John Russell of Northyarmouth, Com. Ammi R. Mitchell, Seth Beane July 29 Joshua Torry, of Portland, Com. Job Knight, Thomas Winslow July 29 Daniel George, of Portland, Com. Daniel Tucker, Ebenezer Mayor Aug. 11 Lemuel Bryant of Portland, Com. Ebenezer Mayo, Joshua Rogers Aug. 27 Luke Worster of Falmouth, Com. James Merrill, John Marston Nov. 22 Micah Munroe, of Durdham, Com. Foster Waterman, Second Jordan, Abel Stoddard. Dec. 16 Nathaniel Winslow, of Falmouth, Com. Timothy Pike, Noah Freeman. Dec. 29
Published under the direction of the Judge. JOHN FROTHINGHAM, Register.
NOTE.—It is intended that such notices should in future be published monthly.

Communication—On Friday last, concluded the first quarter at Hebron Academy. After an introductory prayer by the Rev. John Tripp, and in the presence of the Trustees, and a considerable collection of people from the vicinity and neighboring towns, the students, thirty seven in number, of both sexes, were critically examined by the Preceptor: and they gave ample specimens of their proficiency in the several arts usually taught in Academies. The expertise in which they acquired themselves, especially in English Grammar, Composition, and Oratory; and the order and regularity in which the whole was conducted, were very satisfactory to those gentlemen, who have the immediate oversight of the institution, and highly gratifying to the whole body of spectators.—Vocal music and prayer concluded the exercises of the day.—The Trustees voted their thanks to Mr. William Barrows, jun. the Preceptor, for the able and skillful manner in which he conducted the school, the preceding quarter.—The school will be discontinued through the winter season, but will commence again the first Monday in March next.
Married. At Bridgton, Mr. John Perley to Miss Sally Treadwell. In Boston, Mr. Josiah Hayden, mer. of Portland, to Miss Eliza Stonehouse. In Prussia, Prince Ferdinand, aged 50, to the Princess daughter of the late Margrave Charles De Schwedt. His Prussian Majesty celebrated the nuptials of his uncle by a grand dinner served up in gold.
Died. In Roxbury, Miss Maria Spearhawk, aged 21—daughter of the late Nathaniel Spearhawk. In Boston, Mrs. Elizabeth Richardson, aged 60.—Mr. Joseph Blake, aged 26.—Mr. John Stillman, son of the Rev. Dr. Stillman, aged 33. In Amherst, N. H. widow Hannah Lovejoy, aged 101 year 7 months and 18 days—she had 11 children, 64 grandchildren, 223 of the third generation, and 51 of the fourth generation—Total 336 descendants. In Russia, Count N. Subow, an officer of high celebrity, and brother-in-law to the celebrated Suwarow. In Germany, the Baron Be Bahdel, a diplomatic character. In Gallia, the Austrian Gen. Wryrotter: He was one of those sent to conduct the Russian armies to Austria, and is said in the French papers to have died of a dreadful malady then raging in the Russian army, not materially different from the ancient.
Ship News. Friday, Dec. 5.—Ar. brig George, capt. Wildrage, 39 days from the Maritimes.—Left there brig Union, Ryan, of Newburyport, to sail in 20 days; brig Hiram, Moran, of Providence, in 25 days; brig Eagle, Cook, of Baltimore, in 6 days. Sunday, December 8.—Arrived, Brig Emily, Edward Ormrod, master, 22 days from Port Royal, (Martinique).—Left there, Nov. 13, brig Belona, Smith, of and for N. Haven, in 3 days.—Brig Katy, Cowell, of and for Boston, in 4 days.—Brig Little John, Barrett, of and for Boston, in 6 days.—Brig Fanny, Wait, of and for N. London, in 10 days.—Spoke, November 18, brig Noble, from Havannah, for Portsmouth, N.H. 4 days out. Capt. N. informs that captains Lunt, & Bragdon, of this port, were at Havannah. Frigate Leff.—At St. Eustatia, 60 days since, the Olive of North Yarmouth—At Turks-Island, the Victory of N. Yarmouth, lost her foretopmast and jib in a gale. A letter, dated Isle of France, July 24, 1805, mentions 40 sail of American vessels being embargoed at that place.
FOR LIVERPOOL. THE elegant new ship PACKET, Thomas McLellan, master, will sail the twenty-fifth of December, wind and weather permitting: She is intended to return a Spring ship to this port, by the way of Boston—She was built for purpose for a regular Packet, from Portland to Liverpool, she is built of the best materials and by the most approved Workman, and no pains have been spared for accommodations.—For Freight or passage, please to apply to JOHN TABOR & SON, No. 13, Union Wharf, or to the Captain, lying at said Wharf. Portland, 12th Mo. 2, 1805.
ALL PERSONS IN TOWN, WHO are indebted to the subscriber, on account of the Gazette and Advertisements are informed that he constantly attends at the office of O. BRAY, Esq. for a settlement.—And those who wish to avoid cost, must settle by the first of January next. Those in the Neighbouring Towns, indebted as above, are also informed, that their bills must be adjusted by the same time, or they will be left with others to collect. And, These at a Distance, are likewise notified, that it is impossible any longer to delay, a settlement.—The necessity of the subscriber, bringing all his accounts to an immediate close, will apologize for his adopting the most decisive measures to collect them. He presumes no reasonable person will feel cause to blame him; and such as have bills of several years standing, must indeed be unreasonable to expect a further indulgence. He tenders his thanks to those who have been punctual, and hopes those delinquent, will yet spare him the unpleasant duty of putting their bills in suit. The bills for North Yarmouth, are left with Mr. N. Jenks—Those for Cape Elizabeth, at the store of Mr. Geo. Knight. ELEZER A. JENKS. Portland, Dec. 1805.
Economy, ADVENTURERS please to observe,—Tickets in the 4th Class Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, rise on Thursday next (only three days distant) half a dollar, and on the commencement of the drawing, the price will be more enhanced. N. B. Tickets and Quarters in the above Class for sale at T. Clark's Bookstore Fifth Street. Dec. 9
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has been duly appointed Administratrix on the estate of ELIJAH GROVER, late of Bethel, in the county of Oxford, yeoman, deceased, and has taken upon herself that trust, by giving bonds as the law directs. And all persons having demands upon the estate of the said Elijah Grover are requested to exhibit the same; and all persons indebted to the said estate, are called upon to make payment to HANNAH GROVER. Bethel, Dec. 2, 1805.
Maine Fire and Marine Insurance Company. Annual Meeting. THE Stockholders in the Maine Fire and Insurance Company, are hereby notified, that their Annual meeting for the choice of Nine Directors for the ensuing year, will be held at their Office in Fish-street, on Tuesday the Seventh day of January, 1806, at two o'clock, afternoon. By order of the President and Directors, LEVI CUTTER, Secretary. Maine Fire and Marine Insurance } Office, Dec. 9, 1805.
NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to the late firm of CROSS & TRASK, either on Note or Account, are requested to pay them before the 10th day of January next, or they will be put in suit. Portland, Dec. 9, 1805.
Singing Schools. ISAAC ADAMS, HAS just received a new supply of the following collections of SACRED MUSIC; and for sale at his Bookstore, No. 6, Jones's Row, Fish-Street. The Northern Harmony, a new publication; being a collection of the most approved tunes and anthems now in use, 47 of which are original—By Abraham Maxim—Price 7 D per dozen, 75 Cents single. Village Harmony—Price 10 D. doz. 1 D. single. Worcester Collection—a new and enlarged edition, in high esteem—Price 1 Dollar single. The Beauties of Church Music—a new collection; by WILLIAM COOPER—Price 10 D per dozen, 1 D single. The Oriental Harmony—very suitable for schools—Price 8 D 50 C per dozen, 37 1/2 cents single. December 9 (6w)
Notice. NOW in the press, and will be published in a few days, by THOMAS CLARK, in a beautiful octavo volume, on fine wove medium paper, neatly bound and lettered—price to subscribers two Dollars—A new and very highly interesting work, entitled A NORTHERN SUMMER; OR, TRAVELS ROUND THE BALTIC, Through Denmark, Sweden, Russia, Prussia, and part of Germany, in the year 1804. By JOHN CARR, Esq. Author of the Stranger in France, &c. The review of the above work from the Literary Journal, or Universal Review of July last was highly approbative, from which we extract the following. When we can rely on the fidelity and penetration of those gentlemen who visit distant countries, for the purpose of informing themselves and their countrymen, we know not a more valuable source of intelligence than the result of their researches, the information which this volume communicates, is imparted with so much animation and spirit, that our readers cannot fail to peruse it with much pleasure. The quality of the paper, the correctness and neatness of the printing, the beauty and plates with which it will be illustrated, the truth, humour, and elegance of the style make it a work of real merit. N. B. A description paper is open at his store Fifth Street. Dec. 9, 1805.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that she has been duly appointed and has taken upon herself the trust of an administratrix on the estate of SAMUEL MERRILL, of Poland in the county of Cumberland, and yeoman deceased, by giving bond as the law directs.—She therefore requests all persons who are indebted, to the said deceased's estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon to exhibit the same to LUCY MERRILL or to Joseph Bradbury her Attorney. Dated Poland, Oct. 10, 1805.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that she has been duly appointed and has taken upon herself the trust of an administrator on the estate of RICHARD ANDERSON, late of Winchendon in the county of Cumberland, Trader deceased, by giving bond as the law directs.—He therefore requests all persons who are indebted to the said deceased's estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to WINSLOW HALL, Dec. 9, 1805.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that they have been duly appointed, and have taken upon themselves the trust of Administrators on the estate of SAMUEL HARDING, late of Brunswick in the county of Cumberland yeoman deceased by giving bond as the law directs.—They therefore request all persons who are indebted to the said deceased's estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon to exhibit the same to ROBERT HARDING, SAMUEL HARDING. Dated Nov. 14th, 1805
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed and has taken upon himself the trust of an administrator on the estate of JOHN IRISH, late of Buckfield, in the county of Oxford, yeoman, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs.—He therefore requests all persons who are indebted to the said deceased's estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon to exhibit the same to DANIEL HOWARD Dated Nov. 24, 1805.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that she has been duly appointed and has taken upon herself the trust of Executrix to the will and testament of THOMAS CHANDLER RUSSELL, late of North Yarmouth, Blacksmith, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs.—She therefore requests all persons who are indebted to the said deceased's estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to Sarah Russell, Executrix. Dated North Yarmouth, Nov. 25 1805
Mrs. Scott, At the Shop opposite Capt. Joseph McLellan's, Maine-Street, Respectfully informs her friends and customers that she has received by ship Frederick, from Liverpool a general assortment of CROCKERY WARE, consisting of articles of most general use in families and of the most fashionable kind, which she offers on as reasonable terms as can be obtained in Portland. Punctual attendance, and every favor thankfully received. Dec. 9.
Samuel Stuart, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he occupies the store, No. 4, Exchange Row, where he offers for sale, a variety of ENGLISH GOODS, by wholesale only, as cheap as can be bought at any wholesale store in Boston, they being purchased in England, by a gentleman, principally with cash; which reduces the prices much lower than Goods are generally bought—viz Flannels; Baizes; Blankets; Coatings, Fearnoughts; Broadcloths; Swandowns, Plains; Turkey down; Stuffs; Shawls, Hosiery; Sewing Silk; Twill; Gloves; Tyee, Ribbons; Edgings; Laces; Cambricks, Calicoes; Velvets; Bindings, Plated Handle Knives and Forks; Bone do. Polk-wood, do. Pocket Knives; Penknives; Razors, Inkstands; Buttons, &c. &c. Portland, Dec. 9.
Thomas Clark, HAS just received, in addition to his former assortment of CLASSICAL BOOKS, the following: Ainsworth's Latin and English Dictionary, Young's do. do. Adams' Rudiments of Latin and English Grammar, Cicero's Oration, with and without English translations and notes, by Duncane, Cæsar's Gallic War—Collectanea Græcæ Minora, Virgil's Æneid, 1 vol. Do. translated by Davidson, 2 vols Horace's Odes, Clarke's Erasmus, Murphy's Lucian, Dito Corderius, Ovid's Metamorphoses, Dito Eutropius, Sallust's Catiline, Dito Sestus Fabies of Æsop, New Hampshire Latin Grammar, With a general assortment of School Books. Has also just received, and will sell at the New York and Philadelphia prices, wholesale and retail, a large quantity, making a complete assortment of PAPER, Consisting of Imperial, Medium, Super Royal, Large wove 4to Post, Royal, Do. hot pressed do, Thick folio post, Small 4to post, a variety, Thin do do, Post, a complete assortment, Large do post, gilt, Marble, Wrapping, Catridge, Book, and Blotting, Do. do plain, ridge, Book, and Blotting, ALSO, Bonnet, Press, Music and Drawing Paper, of various qualities and sizes. Likewise, Super Royal, Royal, Medium, Demi, Foolscap and Post Paper, cross ruled, suitable for Ledgers, &c. &c. Gentlemen in town and country are invited to call examine, and if agreeable, purchase Also for sale, Blank Books of every description, With a general assortment of BOOKS AND STATIONARY. The Farmer's and Poor Richard's Almanacs for the year ensuing TICKETS and Quarters, in the Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, which rise on the twentieth instant. December 9
Register for 1806. For sale, by ISAAC ADAMS, At his Bookstore, No. 6, Jones's Row, Fifth Street, Portland: THE MASSACHUSETTS REGISTER, and United States Calendar; for the year of our Lord 1806, and the Thirtieth of American Independence. Containing Civil, Ecclesiastical, Judicial and Military Lists in Massachusetts; Associations, and Corporate Institutions for literary, aicultural, and Charitable Purposes. A list of Post-Towns in Massachusetts, with the names of the Post-Masters. Also, catalogues of the Officers of the General Government, with its several Departments and Establishments; The Executive Government in each State; Officers of the United States Army, Public Duties, &c. Useful Tables; and a Variety of other interesting Articles.
Almanacs for 1806. THE FARMERS ALMANAC, By ROBERT B. THOMAS. Price 9 dolls. per gross, 87 1/2 cts. per doz. 12 1/2 cts. single. Also, ISAAH THOMAS, jun's. ALMANAC, Price 9 dolls. per Gross, 87 1/2 cts. doz. 12 1/2 cts. single. Likewise, POOR RICHARD'S ALMANAC, Price 4 dolls. 37 1/2 Cts doz. 6 cts. single. And LOW'S SHEET ALMANAC very convenient for Stores, and Offices. Dec. 9. 4w
Valuable Patent Medicines. Dr. Lee's (Genuine) Windham Bileous Pills, Dr. Cooley's Vegetable Elixir, or Cough Drops. A REMEDY far exceeding every other yet used, for consumptions, asthma, spitting of blood, coughs, shortness of breath, and every other species of disease, to which that organ of life, the lungs, is perpetually exposed.—Price 75 cts. per bottle—6 D. 50 C. doz. Dr. Rawson's Genuine Patent Anti-bilious and Stomachic Bitters—50 cts per box—4 D. 50 C. per doz. Thompson's Celebrated Eye Water,—one of the most salutary medicines for this disease ever used—Price 50 cts per bottle—4 D. 50 C. doz. Hinckley's Infalible Remedy for the Piles (or Hemorrhoids) far exceeding any other preparation ever discovered for the cure of this stubborn disease—Price 50 cts box—4 D. 50 C. doz. The above are sold wholesale and retail, by H. F. DUPEE, by appointment of the Patentee, at his Store, head of Ingraham's Wharf—Where may be had a general assortment of Drugs and Medicines, Dye-Stuff, Wines, Groceries, &c. Nov. 4.
Auction. On TUESDAY next, Dec. 10th, At 11 o'clock, At E. GREELY & CO's Office, Fish-Street—for cash. 1000 lb. Coffee, in bags, 1 chest Souchong Tea. ALSO, A variety of PIECE GOODS, at 3 and 6 months. Dec. 9.
Carpets & Carpeting. QUINCY & DIX, have just received a fresh supply of Carpets and Carpeting—Also, One Bale of Cotton Long Cloth—Ladies Drab Broadcloths, &c. December 9
Pocket-Book Missing! LOST, or stolen, on Saturday last, dropped from the Subscriber's shop, or from his dwelling house, near the head of Union Wharf a red Morocco POCKET-BOOK, containing thirty dollars in Bank Bills, two Ten Dollar Bills of Portsmouth and one Narragansett Bank—one Note of hand for fifty Dollars, signed by John Scott, in favour of Edward Scott—and some other papers of no use to any one but the owner.—Any person who will give information to the subscriber so that it may be recovered, shall receive a generous reward for their trouble. THOMAS WASHBURN. Portland, Dec. 9, 1805.
A Stray Cow. Lately came into the inclosure of the subscriber—a light red colored, with white face—The owner may have her again by proving property and paying charges.—Apply to SMAUEL NASH, jun. Gray Dec. 1805. STRAYED OR STOLEN, FROM the Subscriber, on the 22d instant, a dark red HORSE, about fourteen hands high with black mane and tail, with a small star in her forehead, trots all.—Whoever will apprehend or give information of said horse shall be handsomely rewarded for their trouble. E. & O. HINDS, Cape-Elizabeth, Nov. 30th, 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given to the nonresident proprietors and owners of the following Lots of Land, lying in the town of Poland, in the county of Cumberland, that they are taxed in the year 1805, in a bill committed to JOSEPH FERNALD to collect for the amendment of the Highways, and recommitted to me the subscriber to finish the collection in the year 1806, to wit:
   To Josiah Little, in the First Division.   No. of Lots. No. of Acres. Price. Per Cent. Tax.    1 100 150 300 0 69  21 100 150 300 0 69  23 100 300 600 1 38  24 100 300 600 1 38  25 100 300 600 1 38  60* 100 250 500 1 15  63 100 200 400 0 92  64 100 200 400 0 92  65 100 250 500 1 15  66 100 300 600 1 38  78 100 200 400 0 92  80 100 300 600 1 38  90 100 250 500 1 15  81 100 300 600 1 38  95 50 150 300 0 69  
   Also in the Second Division.   No. of Lots. No. of Acres. Price. Per Cent. Tax.    15 100 150 300 0 69  16 100 150 300 0 69  48 100 200 400 0 92  58 100 200 400 0 92  61 100 250 500 1 15  93 100 100 200 0 46  97 100 100 200 0 46  98 100 100 200 0 46  121 100 100 200 0 46  124 100 250 500 1 15  125 100 200 400 0 92  140 100 150 300 0 69  149 100 100 200 0 46  151 100 67 134 0 30  56 100 150 300 0 69  57 10 26 40 0 08  12 100 150 300 0 69  73 100 67 134 0 30  77 100 67 134 0 30  110 100 100 200 0 46  
His Agents part, so called: 52 100 300 600 1 38 51 75 183 366 0 82 55 100 300 600 1 38 57 100 300 600 1 38 59 75 158 316 0 72 56 40 100 200 0 46 104 100 250 500 1 15 105 100 250 500 1 15 106 100 250 500 1 15 107 100 300 600 1 38 108 100 300 600 1 38 109 100 200 400 0 92 111 100 200 400 0 92 113 100 250 500 1 15 114 100 250 500 1 15 115 100 250 500 1 15 157 100 300 600 1 38 158 100 300 600 1 38 160 100 300 600 1 38 161 100 300 600 1 38 162 100 300 600 1 38 1 45 135 270 0 60 2 56 158 300 0 69 3 & 4 100 200 400 0 92 163 100 300 600 1 38 165 100 300 600 1 38 166 100 300 600 1 38 168 100 300 600 1 38 169 100 300 600 1 38 170 100 300 600 1 38 171 40 120 240 0 54 And unless said taxes and intervening charges are paid to me the subscriber, on or before the thirteenth day of February next, at nine of the clock in the forenoon, so much of said Lots of Land as will pay the same, will then be sold at public vendue, at the dwelling-house of Wentworth Ricker, inholder in said Poland. William Campbell, Collector. Poland, 12th mo. 27, 1805.

CHARLES & JOHN FOX, No. 4 and 6, South-side Long-Wharf, HAVE just received, 100 Bbls. superfine and fine fresh Flour, 8 small Cables, 60 to 120 fathoms. Russia and Ravens Duck. Tar, Pitch, Turpentine, Rosin, and Philadelphia Cambooses. Together with, An extensive assortment of SHIP-CHAND- LERY, and CORDAGE, which they offer on the Most liberal terms. Portland, Dec. 2. 6w.
Joseph M'Lellan & Son, Have for sale, At No. 16 Union Wharf, NOW landing from Schooner Francis, Fresh Superior Baltimore FLOUR. Dec. 2.
Day & Illey, Fore-street, Have for Sale, HRTY chests Souchong Tea; 10 quarter chests do. Chests Hyson and Hyson-skin do. Quarter-chests Bohea do. 2 pipes Cognac Brandy; 22 pipes Bordeaux do. of the best quality, entitled to discount on shipment; 11 pipes Marfeilles Brandy; 20 Barrels Meis Beef. 15 Casks Rice. A general and constant supply of West-India goods and Groceries, which they offer for sale, wholesale and retail, on good terms. Nov. 29.
Warranted Stone Lime. Of the best quality, and just burnt, for sale by J. BRYANT, At his Store near the Haymarket. ALSO, Casks English Nails, Boves Window Glass Whitewash Lead, ground in oil, A few pipes and quarter cask old Madeira Wine, of a superior quality, 16000 wt. new Hops! in good order for shipping. Dec. 2d. (t f)
For Sale, by LORD & THOMAS, No. 5, Jones's Row, 200 Bbls Herring, in shipping order, 20 Bbls Mackerel, suitable for family use, 150 Hhds Liverpool Salt. Nov. 25.
Joel Hall, No. 27, Long Wharf, Has for Sale, 200 bbls. Meis Beef, 250 half bbls. Meis do. 180 bbls. Cargo No. 1, 230 half bbls. do. 50 bbls Cargo No. 2 do 80 do do No. 3 do Boxes mould and dipt Candles, Do. brown Soap, Hhds. and bbls. Brown Sugar, 30 bbls and tierces best retailing Molasses, 39 do good flavored windward island Rum, Few bbls Connecticut prime Pork, Half bbls Beef Tongues. Nov. 25.
WILLIS & M'KINSTRY, In addition to their former Stock, have added almost every article in their line, such as European, India & West-India Goods. AMONG WHICH ARE Superfine Broad Cloths, all colors Florence and Italian Silks, for Pelices Patent Cords—and India Cottons of all prices. Which, from their method of purchasing, will be at such reduced prices, that cannot fail to give the pur- chasers perfect satisfaction. They, likewise, have for sale, 2 tons of Butter, in barrels suitable for retailing; Mould Candles, &c. &c. &c. Country Manufacture and Produce of all kinds taken in ex- change. Nov. 24.
Henry Smith & Co. No. 3, Mussey's Row, Have for Sale, SUPERFINE Broadcloths; double milled and wor- sted Calimeres; Woolen Cords; Fancy do. and toilette Velvings; Duffles; Coatings; narrow Plains; Serget; Flannels; Baizes; Swardowns; Blankets; Calicoes; Furnitures; Cambrics; Mullins; 7-8, 6-4, 8-3 and 10-4 Diapers; Colerain Linens; Velvets; Hosery; Laces; Lustrings; Dimities; Royal pic nic and laced silk Gloves, &c. &c. &c. &c. &c. &c. Nov. 25.
Ebenezer Whitney, Respectfully informs the public—whose patronage he solicits—that he has taken Store No. 3, Fifth- Street, it being the same lately occupied by Messrs. WM. HOLDEN & Co. Where he has for sale a general assortment of West-India Goods and Groceries; which are offered on the lowest terms for Cash or Country Produce. Portland, Nov. 25, 1805.
William Lord, Fore-street, Has for Sale, A large and general assortment of West-India Goods and Groceries, Among which are, Hhds. West-India Rum, of good flavor, Do. Molasses for retailing, Pipes of French Brandy; do. Hollands Gin, Quarter-casks Sherry and Malaga Wines; Port, Lisbon, and Madeira do. Chests Hyson, Hyson-skin and Souchong Tea, Casks Fresh Raisins and Figs Boxes Muscated do 20 boxes mould and dipt Candles 10 do spermaceti do Also, Boxes Chocolate; do. Oil; Bags Shells Kegs Ginger, do. Mustard, Rice, Pepper, Alspice, Cinnamon, Nutmegs, Cloves, Loaf and brown Sugar, Coffee, Cotton, Cheese, Saltpetre, Cotton and Wool Cards, Flax, Logwood, Redwood, Fustick, Camwood ground, Copperas, Alum, Gin Casks, Powder, Shot, Stone Jugs, Sulphur, Salt Brimstone, Table Salt, Beeswax, Babery Tallow, Corn Brooms, 4d, 6d, 10d and 20d Nails, &c. &c. Nov. 25.
FURS. CASH, and the highest price, given for all kinds of shipping and Hattng Furs, by JOHN LORD, at his shop in Fore-Street, next door to Cross & Martin. Portland, Nov. 25. (3m)
FOR SALE, By Thomas Cross, At his Store, foot of Fifth-Street, Liverpool Salt, Philadelphia Ship Bread, Superfine Flour, 80 Bbls Indian & Rye Meal, Kiln dried, 10 Tons Spanish Iron, 15 Hhds Retailing Molasses. Also—Cordage and Ship Chandlery, as usual. Nov. 18.
Late Importations. By the ships Mary and Neptune, from London—Co- pelia, from Liverpool—United States, from Bris- tol—and Harmony, from Amsterdam— William Goddard, Has received a very extensive assortment of Hardware Goods, which are for sale, by Wholesale and Retail, at his store in Middle-Street. ALSO, 150 casks Nails, 130 boxes Tin Plates, 400 boxes 3 by 6, 9 by 7, and 10 by 8 Crown Window Glass, 40 dozen Iron Shovels, 3 tons Shot, 2 tons dry White Lead, 2 tons Sheet Lead, Few hhs. Sewing Twine and God Lines, Bales Saddlers Web, Caths Sad Irons, Do. Blocktin Teapots. Likewise, A very complete assortment of JOINERS PLANES, and an extensive assortment of LOOKING GLASSES, with elegant gilt and mahogany frames.
WANTED—An active Lad, from 14 to 16 years of age, to attend in the above store. Portland, Nov. 5. (epit)
Lord & Thomas, No. 5, Jones's Row, next door, to the Cheap Store HAVE just received and now offer for sale, a large assortment of GOODS, suitable for the season— Among which are the following:— Superfine and low priced Broadcloths of all colors, Blankets, Fearnoughts, Ratteens, Blue and other colored Fains, Devonshire Kerseys, Baizes and Fannels of all colors, Cotton and Silk Velvets, Variety of Velting, English and French Gloves Calicoes, Linens and Cambrics, Muffs, Dimities, India Cottons, Bandannas, Oilcloths, Brown Linens, Platelas. Black Crapes, Cotton and Worsted Hosery, Came hair Shawls, Silk do Furnitures, &c. &c. &c. Also, An assortment of W. I. Goods and Groceries. Hhds St. Croix Rum, of an excellent flavor Do Molasses, suitable for retailing Pipes of French Brandy The above goods will be sold at the lowest prices for cash or approved credit (6w) Nov. 4.
New Gold, Jewelry, and Silver Plate WARE-HOUSE. George Lovis & Co. GOLDSMITHS AND WORKING JEWELLERS, No. 10, Jones's Row, Fifth-Street, Portland, two doors below Maine Bank. HAVE just received, in addition to their former stock, a large and elegant assortment of the most fashionable Jewelry, and Silver and Plated Ware, di- rect from the manufacturers—which they offer as cheap as can be purchased in Boston or elsewhere, at Whole- sale and Retail.
JEWELRY. Among which are—Gold and fancy Necklaces; gold Knobs; pearl and gold Ear Rings; topaz, hair, and enamel Rings; plain, paste, and gilt Lockets; Beds of all kinds and prices; tortoise shell Combs, plain and mounted; great variety of Bosom Pins; Tooth Picks, &c. &c. &c. SILVER AND PLATED WARE. Silver plated Ladies; silver table, coffee and tea Spoons; silver and plated Mustard, Salt, and Cream Pots; silver Cators; silver Dessert Knives; plated Candlesticks; silver Sleeve Buttons; Knee-buckles; silver mounted Spectacles, &c. Also, A handsome assortment of Capp'd Watches, gold, silver, and gilt, English and French manufacture. Plated and gilt Chains, Seals and Keys; cypher and corcelian Keys. Light day Clocks and Timepieces. A very elegant and large assortment of LOOKING GLASSES, with gilt frames, various prices, from 40 dollars to 16 cents, which are offered at reduced prices. A great variety of elegant PRINTS with gilt frames, suitable for parlour ornaments. G. LOVIS & CO. tender their acknowledgments to their friends and customers, for their liberal encou- ragement; and having greatly enlarged their stock, to- licit a share of the public patronage, as they warrant all the above articles to be of the first quality—should they prove otherwise, they will be exchanged or re- turned again. Nov. 25.
Olhea Wilder, TAKES this method to acquaint the public, that he has taken the store formerly occupied by Aaron Austin & Co. at the head of Ingraham's Wharf, Fore-street—where he offers for sale, on reasonable terms, for cash or approved credit, a large assortment of Live Geese, Sea Fowl, Russia and Lisbon Feathers, Beds, Bedrick, Matresses, Paper Hangings, and Indigo. Likewise, a handsome assortment of Muffs and Tippets, which will be sold on the lowest terms for cash; and many other articles, too numerous to mention. Those Gentlemen who may wish to have Beds made, or Feathers put up, may depend upon its being done with the strictest honor and attention, and every favor thankfully received. Nov. 25.
LOST. ON Friday evening last, a dark SABLE TIPPIT— Whoever may have found it, shall be handsome- rewarded, by leaving it at J. Adams' Book-Store, Nov. 25.
Wm. R. & C. Stockbridge, Have just received a general assortment of Cotton and Woolen Goods, which, together with their former stock, comprise a very valuable and extensive assortment. Likewise, A complete assortment of Hard Ware. Also, West-India Goods and Groceries, as usual. N. B. They respectfully invite their friends and customers to call, as they are determined to sell them at a very small advance. North-yarmouth, Nov. 25.
Nathaniel Jenks, HAS just received, and now offers for sale, at his store in North-yarmouth, a very extensive assortment of Fall and Winter Goods, Consisting of—Superfine and coarse Broadcloths and Calimeres; Coatings; Plains; Forest Cloths; Duffles; Mill Blankets; white, black, green, red and yellow Flannels; Ditto Baizes; Lilk, cotton and Iwan-down Velvings; black, olive and drab Velvets; Mens and Womens Worsted and Cotton Hose; high and low priced Linens; Jacquet, Chambray and Book Mullins; black, purple, olive, slate and white Cambrics; variety newest fashion Calicoes; Shawls of various kinds Hats; Muffs and Tippets; Ladies and Childrens Shoes best American Bedtickings; Calamancoes; Durants India Cottons; Ribbons; Laces, &c. &c. Likewise, A complete assortment of Hard Ware, Comprising almost every article in the Hard Ware line.
Groceries, &c. Hyson, Hyson-skin, Souchong and Bohea Teas; Port, Lisbon, Malaga and Sherry Wines; Loaf and brown Sugars; Coffee; Chocolate; Molasses; Rum; Gin; Brandy; Vinegar; Spices; Indigo; Salt Petre; Salt Fish—and many other articles, too numerous to mention—all of which he is determined to sell on as good terms for purchasers, as can be bought in town or country.
For Sale as above—A small FARM, lying in Newgloucester, on the County Road from Portland to Paris—containing sixty-five acres of Land, with a new House, 32 by 38 feet, clapboarded and shingled— Likewise, a Barn suitable for the place, with about six tons good Hay— Said place is well wooded and watered, having a good run of water in the driest season of the year, and is well situated for a Tavern, being about half way from Portland to Paris—A Frame for a Vessel of 150 tons will be taken in payment, if agree- able to the purchaser; or approved notes payable in 6, 12, and 18 months. Nov. 18.
NEW GOODS.
William P. Davis, HAS for sale, at his store in Fore-Street, a fresh sup- ply of Fall and Winter Goods, Consisting of superfine, middling and low priced Broad- cloths; Velvets; Baizes; Flannels; Fearnoughts; Coatings, &c. &c. which will be sold very cheap for cash or approved credit. ALSO, 10 Hhds best retailing Molasses, Hhds West-India Rum, West-India Goods and Groceries, as usual. N. B. Every kind of Country Produce bought at the market prices Nov. 25.
The Cheap Store, Nos. 3 & 4, Jones's Row. QUINCY & DIX, in addition to their general assortment of EUROPEAN GOODS, have just received, and now open for sale, One case Muffs and Tippets, consisting of fable, bear, Russia, polecat, elk, fox and mock fable, which they will sell 10 per cent lower than the Boston prices. One trunk elegant small figured Japan and Cobweb Muffs, A large assortment of Ladies fancy Head-Handker- chiefs—One case fashionable Calicoes, Elegant English silk Stockings and Gloves, for Ladies and Gentlemen, Silk Shawls—Elegant Camels hair do. India Lustrings, Persians, Handkerchiefs, &c. Pelice Silks, &c. 2 dozen Ladies Elastic Under Coats, Ladies black and slate colored Worsted Hose, 1 bale Rose Blankets, A constant supply of all kinds of Feathers and Bed- tickings. 1 case Musical Instruments, consisting of Flutes, Fla- gelettes, Fifes, &c. 30 Buffalo Skins, suitable for Boots to Sleighs, And are in hourly expectation of a large assortment of Carpeting, by the first packet. Those who may wish to purchase any articles in the English Goods line, may now have an opportu- nity of supplying themselves at a cheap rate. N. B. West-India Goods, as usual. Nov. 25.
James C. Bullard, INFORMS the public, that he has taken the front part of the store now occupied by Mr. WILLIAM P. DAVIS, in Fore-Street, nearly opposite Messrs. Quincy & Dix—where he offers for sale, A large assortment of Gentlemen, Youths and Chil- drens English and American manufactured HATS. Also—an elegant assortment of Paper Hangings, with Borders. Likewise—Muffs and Tippets—Hatters Trimmings. And a large quantity of Ladies Straw Bonnets, for the West-India market. The above articles were purchased for cash, and will be sold cheap, wholesale and retail. N. B. Cash and the highest price given for all kinds of shipping and hating FURS, and Country Produce. Nov. 18.
To be Sold—and well worthy attention.
AN excellent FARM, in the centre of Waterford, in Oxford county, containing 150 Acres of Land, well proportioned into tillage, mowing pasturing, a good wood lot, well watered, with 200 apple trees in a flourishing state—A convenient Dwel- ling House, Barn, Stable, Woodhouse, &c.—There is but few better stands for a tavern in the interior of Maine, for which it has been improved for a number of years and is well accustomed—With the farm will be sold the hay, corn, and grain, farming tools, neat stock, &c. or any part that shall best suit the purch- aser. Immediate possession will be given; the term of pay, one third at giving the deed, for the remainder a liberal credit will be given with good security.—For further particulars, enquire of the subscriber on the premises. Nov. 25. Eli Longley.
JUST RECEIVED, By ENOCH MOULTON, At No. 8, Jones's Row, Fish-Street, AN ADDITION to his former assortment, viz. Gold and Gilt Jewelry—Elegant plated Fruit Baskets—Tea Pots—Sugar Bafons and Cream Ewers, with silver edges and gilt inside—Snuffers and Trays— Elegant Looking Glasses—Pictures, with gilt frames, neatly sized: as cheap as can be bought in this or other town. N Cash given for Old Gold and Silver. Nov. 25. GOING, GOING, GO!—STOP! 8000 DOLLARS—not gone yet.
A BOLD STROKE FOR A FORTUNE, for those who wish to strike in the Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, which will commence drawing next month—The 12th inst. Tickets will rise to 50 cts.—Quarters to 1 doll. 50. TICKETS and QUARTERS, For sale by ISAAC ADAMS, At his Bookstore, No. 6, Jones' Row. Dec. 2. 6w.
MR. PETRIE, Surgeon Dentist, Fiddle Street. BEGS leave to inform his friends, in Portland, and its vicinity, that he has again returned, and con- tinues to practice at the usual place. Nov. 25.
M. HILTON, Millener, Dress and Corset Maker, INFORMS the Ladies of Portland and its vicinity that she carries on the above business in Fore-Street between Union and Long Wharf, opposite Plumb- street; where such Ladies as favor her with their cus- tom, may depend on their orders being executed in the newest fashions, and on reasonable terms. A variety of Plush and other BONNETS, of the lat- est English fashions. N. B. All kinds of Needle Work done. Nov. 25.
John P. Thurston & Co. Fore-street, HAVE received by the ships Charles, and Freder- ick, from Liverpool, and offer for sale on liber- al terms. 109 Casks Sheathing, Drawing, 20d. 10d. 12d. 8d. 6d. and 4d. long drawn and fine rote Nails, 330 Boxes 6 by 8, 7 by 9, 8 by 10, 10 by 12, 10 by 14, 10 by 15, Crown Glass. 100 Crates Cream Coloured, and Blue, and Green edged, enamelled and plain Earthen Ware, purposely assorted for country use, and West-India market. 500 Horn Lanthorn Lights, 4 Casks containing 1 Ton, Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 Patent Shot. 1 do. Containing 10 doz. Pewter Plates, assorted, 5 do. Dishes do. 4 do. quart and pint Bafons. 2 do. pint Cans, full size. 500 lb. Stone Iron Ware. 1 do. Containing 2 doz. full size Pewter Quarts. 4 do. Pint London Portingers 10 do. quart and pint Block Tin Tea-Pots. 40 Boxes Tin Plates, assorted. 50 Kegs mustard. ON HAND, 100 Bbls. Meis, No. 1, 2, and 3, Beef. 50 half bbls. Pork. 11 Casks Lipseed Oil. 50 Boxes Spermaceti Candles. 40 do. Mould do. 30 do. dipt do. 80 chests Hyson, Hyson Skin, and Souchong Teas, of first quality. 100 Bots Ravens Duck 20 doz. best English Shovels and Spades—No. 1, 2, and 3. English Scale Beams, all sizes. 500 wt. Iron Ploc. Bushes. White and Red Lead, dry, and ground in Oil. Yellow Ochre, do. do. Spanish Brown in bbls. Cales Freia Florence Oil. 300 Quintals Codfish. 50 do. Pollock for retailing. 60 Bbls. Ship Bread. Hhds and Tierces retailing Molasses. Pipes good flavored Brandy. Spermaceti Oil, in bbls. Kegs Ginger, Gin Casks 20 boxes Chocolate. Calia, Nutmegs, Cloves, and Pepper. Few Cwt. Loaf Sugar, Stone Ware, Roll Brimstone, Saltpetre. Cafes Long cork Claret, &c. Dec. 2.
DISSOLVED, THIS day, the firm of Stockman & Stetson. Those who have any demands on said firm, will call for payment; and those indebted thereto will please to call on the subscriber for immediate payment, John Stockman, Portland, Nov. 25 1805.
FOR SALE. THE HOUSE lately occupied by the Rev. Mr. Johnson, on Freeport corner, —For particulars apply to RALPH CROSS, Portland; or to JACOB JOHNSON, Freeport. Freeport, Dec. 2.
STRAYED from the subscriber, a Dark Red HORSE, Black mane and Tail, about Seven years old, trot- tingly, and was seen about 10 days since in Falmouth. —Whoever will return said Horse to the owner, or give information where he may be found, shall be rewarded for all expenses and trouble. Winlow Webb, Freeport, Nov. 25.
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