Portland gazette, and Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1805-11-04 00:00:00

PORTLAND GAZETTE, AND MAINE ADVERTIZER.
No. 29, or Vol. VIII.
PORTLAND (MAINE) MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 1805.
[Whole No. 293.]
New Church Music.
JUST PUBLISHED, a new for Sale by ISAAC ADAMS At his Book-Store No. 6, Jones's Row, (Price, 7 doll. per dozen. 75 cts. single.) NORTHERN HARMONY; being a collection from the works of many approved authors of SACRED MUSIC...
TAKE NOTICE.
STEPHEN CUMMINGS, once more requests those who have employed him, in the line of his profession, and have not discharged their accounts, to pay the same before the 1st of November next...
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 SOULE, late of Freeport, in the county of Cumberland, gentleman 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...
THE Subscriber hereby gives notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed Administrator on the estate of FRYE POOR, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Merchant, deceased, represented insolvent...
Matthew Cobb. Portland, Oct. 6, 1805.
WE the subscribers, having been appointed by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. Judge of Probate, to receive and examine the claims against the estate of FRYE POOR, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Merchant, deceased...
Woodbury Storer, Lemuel Weeks. Portland, October 28, 1805.
THE Subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed, and has taken upon himself, the trust of Administrator, on the estate of
JOHN MARINER, late of Cape-Elizabeth, in the County of Cumberland, 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...
John Mariner. Dated Oct. 24th 1805.
THE Subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed, and has taken upon herself, the trust of Administratrix, on the estate of
WILLIAM BUCKNAM, JUN. late of North Yarmouth, in the County of Cumberland, Merchant 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...
Elizabeth Bucknam, Dated Oct. 23, 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
AMOS TAPPAN, late of Brunswick, in the county of Cumberland, Merchant, 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...
Richard Tappan. Oct. 19, 1805.
NOTICE is hereby given, that whereas the subscribers, have, by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. Judge of Probate, for the county of Cumberland, been appointed Commissioners, to receive and examine all claims against the estate of
MICAH MUNROE, late of Brunswick, in the county aforesaid, yeoman, deceased, represented insolvent; and six months being allowed for bringing in such claims; we shall for that purpose sit at the house of Joseph Proctor, innholder, in Brunswick, in the county aforesaid, on the first Mondays of July, August, September, October, November, and December following, from two of the clock to six in the afternoon.
Foster Waterman, Second Jordan. Dated June 26, 1805.
NOTICE. DIED on board Brig Zion, on her late passage from St. Croix, NATHANIEL HERSHEY, an American seaman—Any person duly authorized, may receive his effects, with balance, by applying to M c Lellan & Brown. Oct 28.
Poetry.
HOME.
WHEN north winds rage and temp est s howl, And great folks on misfortunes fowl; How sweet, remote from busy life, To press thy children and thy wife, Secure at home!
When merit a thousand cares, And vice a pleasing semblance were, Would'st thou her barbed dart elude? Fly to the bosom of the good, And cherish home!
When evening's dewy air ascends, Ther with a few but real friends Well are thy fleeting moments spent, Bounteous thy guest content! Then welcome home!
Should sorrow's child thy precincts tread, 'Tis thine to raise his drooping head; His burning tears shall cease to flow, His heart with grateful warmth shall glow, And bless thy home!
Alas! unnumber'd ills I view; Thy heart shall bear, and sickened too; Disease, and want, and anguish lie; Hark! 'tis the widow— orphan's—cry! They have no home!
Should war's shrill trumpet strike thine ear, Alike remote from pride or fear, Honour untheathest thy shining sword, To conquer or to die! the word, Protect thy home!
Thy children's children shall receive From thee a receipt to live; Their blessings and their deeds arise, In bleated fragrance to the skies Their native home!
When age has frosted ev'ry hair, And loosened ties remove thy care, Then, when the veil is half withdrawn, Pleas'd shalt thou hail the risin' morn, Thy last bright home!
Political.
Vindication of Mr. Jefferson.
THE Enquirer had got on far with his vindication, when, as if his hand was palsied, his pen dropped. Instead of pursuing the task of correcting the errors of the Federalists, he turned about, and very laudably employed himself in correcting his own errors. It was found, that his overzealous vindicator had taken a very unfavorable position—a position in which
An Error Corrected. When we stated in the 4th No. of the "Vindication of Mr. Jefferson," that he had resigned the office of Governor in the year 1781, we stated what thousands of "respectable persons" had long asserted and uniformly believed. Instead of referring to the records of state, we were satisfied with the testimony of numerous believers. We have discovered our mistake; and we have discovered too the source from which it originally flowed. Mr. Jefferson never did resign the office of Governor. He had already served two entire years, and was authorized by the constitution to serve a third, but on account of the complaints which were already set up against his official conduct, neither himself nor his friends were willing to profit by the provision of the constitution. They wished an enquiry to be held upon his official conduct. They were unwilling to arrest its progress, by clothing him with the robes of office. If this enquiry should terminate in an impeachment, he was anxious to meet it in the character of a private citizen. Such only was the conduct that he pursued.
The Enquirer requests those who have not yet republished the 4th No. (see last Balance) to correct the following Errata:
* A Virginia paper now in the first of the apologies of the administration. † We say ordered, because it is evident from the very circumstance alluded to, that the Enquirer is nothing but a tool in this business. No man, left to himself could have been guilty of such palpable contradictions.
I. In place of the first and second paragraphs insert the following introduction:— "It was shortly after this period, that Mr. Jefferson repired to Monticello. two or three miles from Charlottesville, where the Legislature had determined to meet in the early part of June. His office was on the point of expiring, but the Constitution of his state had still authorised him to serve during a third year. Actuated by the most laudable motives, however, his friends determined not to bring him forward as a candidate. Censures had been passed upon his administration by those, who were unacquainted with his measures and the state of the country. They had even declared that it was incumbent upon the Legislature, to make a formal enquiry into his conduct.—Under these circumstances the friends of Mr. Jefferson resolved to make no exertions to re-elect him. They wished to see the menaced enquiry made, and even an impeachment, pursued; and they were unwilling to throw any obstacles in their way by involving Mr. Jefferson with the dignity and influence of such an officer."
The Enquirer does indeed change his ground; but we cannot see, that in point of fact, he has mended the matter an atom. He only proves that Mr. Jefferson, instead of very short period, had one whole year to serve, when he abandoned the government. But it is now asserted, in contradiction of what was admitted in the 4th No. of the "Vindication," that neither cowardice nor inability induced Mr. Jefferson to quit his post. It is said to have been done, "on account of the complaints which were set up against his official conduct."— "Censures had been passed upon his administration."— "They had even declared that it was incumbent upon the legislature, to make a formal enquiry into his conduct." Here an enquiry is naturally suggested. Had Mr. Jefferson's conduct then been such as to excite the suspicions of his own fellow-citizens? Had he managed the affairs of the State in such a manner, that an impeachment was threatened? If so, there must have been some ground for suspicion and censure. There could not have been so much smoke without some fire.
But, says the Enquirer, Mr. Jefferson's friends "wished to see the menaced enquiry made, and even an impeachment pursued; and they were unwilling to throw any obstacles in their way by involving Mr. Jefferson with the dignity and influence of such an office."
Exercising the right enjoyed by the Enquirer, let us also gues at Mr. Jefferson's motives for withdrawing from his official station. He was highly censured for his conduct, and an enquiry was threatened. Had he continued in office, the threat would undoubtedly have been executed. By relinquishing his office, he hoped to escape the enquiry; or, if it should be prosecuted, a cry of persecution might be raised against his accusers.
It will be recollected that the Enquirer began this "Vindication," with a view of refuting the insinuation of the Federalists, that Mr. Jefferson's conduct was such, while he was Governor of Virginia, in the time of the revolution, as to prove him unfit for President of the United States. Now, then let us apply his defence to the case in question. Mr. Jefferson is President of the United States, and the constitutional term of his service will not expire for some time. He is highly censured for his official conduct. Suppose a war should break out, and the enemy should invade our country; and suppose Mr. Jefferson should flee to the mountains, and leave us without a President—should we stop to enquire into his motives, for such a defection before we censured him? Should we not with one voice, pronounce him unfit for the station to which the blind zeal of a party has raised him?—That such was his conduct under similar circumstances, will appear from the following brief recapitulation:—
First.—Mr. Jefferson was governor of Virginia, when that State was invaded; and it does not appear that he ever raised a finger to oppose the progress of the enemy.
Second.—At the critical moment, when a powerful army was approaching the then seat of government, and when all the energies of the country were required for its defence, Mr. Jefferson precipitately abandoned his post, as commander in chief, without waiting the appointment of a successor, and in his great haste to find a place of safety for himself, actually left the State destitute of a Governor.
Third.—He retreated to the woods [and caves] of the mountain, where he lay con-
cealed until the enemy had retired from his fair weather habitation, when he removed to a secluded place in the country, to wait until Gen. Washington, with the northern army, could drive the invaders from his State.
These facts, reader are not founded on the "flanderous" tales of the Federalists; but they are statements of a Virginia democrat, who with all the heroism and gallantry of a Don Quixote, had undertaken a "Vindication of Mr. Jefferson."
Agricultural.
From the Treatise True American. COOPERS POINT, 1st Sept. 1805.
Respected Friend, FLAX being the principal article of Domestic Manufacture, (wool excepted) in the middle and northern states, perhaps a hint may be acceptable.
About 18 years past, I purchased a German servant man, who by his account came from the neighborhood of Russia. I soon after set him and others to spread my Flax, the Lot not containing the whole, he requested me to let him rot the remainder his own way, which he said was to half rot it in the water and then on the ground, which he did, and the flax so rotted, proved the best, fofiest, and whiteft, I had ever seen, and the method pleased my wife and spinners so well, I have practised it ever since, with some alterations as to time.
The process we find to answer best, is, after the seed is beaten off, bind it about the size of common rye sheaves, and about the last of September, or first of October, immerse it in water, stagnated is preferable to running, it should not be more than three feet from the surface, and the flax kept entirely under the water about two weeks, but the time should be regulated by the weather, as to heat or cold, we then take it out and spread it thin and even, and turn it as often as occasion may require, after being spread, every rain, fog, dew, or frost, assists in separating the herb, whitening and softening the flax, and extracting the gum, which is the only cause of flax being coarse and harsh, and it is an established fact with those that have tried that either thread or cloth, made from flax prepared in the above manner, is softer, and will whiten in one third of the time that is requisite for that from flax rotted in the common manner. I believe the principal reason, that water rotting flax, is so little practiced in North America, is that those who have tried it, find the flax hard and brittle, the cause of which, (I imagine) is putting it in water in hot weather, when two or three days will rot sufficient for dressing but will not extract the gum.
A person of my acquaintance from Hibernia, (who is well acquainted with the process of flax preparation,) informs me, that it has been the common practice in Ireland about 20 or 30 years ago, to let flax remain in the water until sufficiently rotted, but the people in general, finding it did not answer their sanguine expectation, have since adopted the above method with success.
Linen made of flax prepared as above directed, with one boil, will be about the color of Russia flax, which induces me to believe that all the hemp and flax in Russia, is rotted in the same way.—And as I am greatly desirous for the improvement of the manufacture of this country, with my fellow citizens to make a trial, which may be falsely done by trying a small part.
If you think the foregoing worth a place in your paper, it will be well to publish it soon, as the season proper for the operation is near at hand. I remain your friend, JOSEPH COOPER.
Seamen's Protections.—A gentleman, who has lately returned from Halifax, and brought with him his son, whose liberation from on board one of the British frigates on that station, he procured through the friendship and agency of James Smith Esq. of that place, assures us, that the Common Protections, which are given to our seamen at the custom house, will not insure their safety from impressment on board British ships of war. He adds, that in order to render these Protections safe, and conformable to the regulations of the British navy, they must be accompanied by the copy of a Certificate, signed by the Town Clerk of the place, where the birth of each seaman is registered; which copy must be annexed to the Protection, and the original acknowledged by the Collector to be deposited in his office.

EARTHQUAKES
NAPLES, JULY 31.
THE following are some fresh details relative to the earthquake which has desolated this capitol, and a great part of the kingdom.
In the morning of the 16th, we experienced a heat much greater than the preceding days. About six in the evening a north west wind arose, bringing with it some thick clouds, which threatened a storm, but which insensibly dispersed. At half past eight the wind began to blow from the north, which is called in Naples a land wind and which is cold and dry in winter and hot in summer. It was on that day much colder than usual, and continued about an hour. At three quarters past nine, the sea, which had been extremely tranquil during the day, began to be disturbed. Several persons who were bathing felt the earth fall them under their feet, and the fish mounted to the surface of the water, and appeared agitated in an extraordinary manner.
At length, at three minutes before ten, a shock of an earthquake was felt, at first with a slight trembling, and afterwards with a strong undulation, in a direction from north to south, and which lasted from 45 to 60 seconds. At eleven there was another shock, but weaker; and at three quarters past twelve, a third still lighter. The sky was perfectly serene, but on the surface of the earth there was a sort of fog, from which emanated a strong smell of sulphur. From the summit of Vesuvius an immense and very thick column of smoke arose, and between the first and second shock two explosions were heard, similar to those which proceed volcanic eruptions, but weaker. The first shock shook all the bells, which rang spontaneously. All the clocks and dials in the city, public as well as private, stopped at three minutes before ten, the precise moment of the first shock.
We have not yet received any news from Calabria or Sicily. The damage done at Capua, is happily less than was stated; 20 soldiers perished under the ruins of the barracks of Santa Maria: several horses were also killed. In the province of Salerno, and in three provinces of La Pouille, the shock was much lighter; but in the county of Molise the damage done is very considerable; the town of Iserno is entirely destroyed. From the official reports of the Governor, who arrived here yesterday, it appears that more than 1000 dead bodies have been already dug from the ruins, and the search is continuing.
Iserno contained about 7000 inhabitants, a sixth part of whom are supposed to have perished. Campobasso, Bassoanello, Lop-pizzuto, Pieriabondante, Macchia, and some other small places in the county of Molise are also nearly destroyed. It is supposed that 20,000 persons have perished in these different places. Great damage was also done at Piedmonte di Alife, Cajazzo, Cassetta, Santa Maria, Capua, and Roccaromana, but no one was killed. From an observation of the places where damage has been done, it appears that the earthquake took a direction from sea to sea, in a line which might be drawn from the Crater of Vesuvius, to that of Pozzuoli. It is feared that great damage has been done at Brianno, the ancient capital of the Samnites, which has already been several times destroyed by the same misfortune.
As to the city of Naples, the registers of the police only state the number of deaths to be four; that of wounded in considerable, a circumstance which is almost a miracle in the midst of so many ruins and so much tumult among the inhabitants. The Queen, the Princesses, and Prince Leopold, after the first shock, took refuge in the King's stables, and passed the night in different carriages. The King, who was a Portici, did the same thing. The Hereditary Prince Royal, and the princesses were at Caserti, and experienced no accident. More than two hundred houses have been rendered uninhabitable, and those the most solidly built, as if nature had taken pleasure in triumphing over the efforts of art.
It is observable, that the buildings which have suffered least are those which are elevated upon arches. But even in those which have suffered least, there is not a beam which remains in its situation. It is, however, a great consolation, that in the midst of such great disorder, thanks to the astonishing activity of the Police, there were no other evils than those which arose from the earthquake.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman in the suit of Colonel Hammond, to his friend in Augusta, Georgia.
"Kaskaskias. eastern side of the Mississippi, Indiana Territory, July 15, 1805.
"On Sunday last I arrived at this place in company with Col. Hammond, after one of the most fatiguing journeys perhaps ever performed through a country which might be said to be settled with christians.
"The vicissitudes which we have met with are almost innumerable. We have now come, as well as can be informed by my journal and other information, about 850 miles, and were 46 days out to this place. There are very few parts of the western country I admire; the land is either mountainous or low and flat, the high land is healthy, and there is excellent water, but the manner in which it lies makes it difficult to cultivate. The low land is extremely fertile, all kinds of grain growing luxuriantly; the water, however, is intolerably bad. The only tract of country which seems desirable to settle in is Cumberland tract, Gallatin, from which I last wrote you. There are vast numbers of prairies in this territory, they are level plains from 2 to 12 miles square, scarce a switch to be cut off them; grass grows to a great height; early of a morning, just as the sun dawns from the eastern hills, it gives the prairies a beautiful appearance, and there being nothing but green grass, a diversity of flowers, with now and then a little clump of oaks—the prospect is always picturesque—always beautiful or grand. This country is badly watered—hence people are deterred from settling in the interior, and an act of congress preventing slavery, prevents emigrants, particularly those of opulence; it seems probable, that it will be years before there will be a refinement of manners, or that the arts and sciences will flourish here. But a man who travels should leave off all his prejudices behind him, and not write his friend any thing but what is correct. I must do the French the justice to say, that I believe they are much more honest and peaceable than the Americans who are settled here, and who are mostly idle and dissipated. Indeed the Americans of this place seem to look upon a stranger as one whom they shall never see again, and think themselves privileged to pluck him. This place (Kaskaskia) was settled two years before Philadelphia, and the first bell ever imported into America, I have seen hanging in the Roman church—although this place is now so desolate, it was once settled by a number of French of the first character and fortune. To see the low standing chimneys and large buildings tumbling into ruins, makes me feel considerable regret, and must fill any person of sensibility with awe. The only tribe of Indians here are the Kaskaskias, they are about 100 in number—and live in huts in the suburbs. I have just returned from seeing them, where I set a squaw to make me a pair of moccasins. They can produce about 40 or 50 warriors—are small Indians and seem to be in a miserable situation. On Tuesday last, Col. Hammond set out for St. Louis, leaving Mrs. Hammond at Col. Edgar's—our waggons and horses are about four miles out of town, at a place got to rest the negroes at, and to recruit the horses.
"Gen. Wilkinson passed through here a few days before our arrival and arrived at St. Louis on the 4th inst. The troops, citizens, and several hundred Indians, were drawn out and stationed at the foot of a high bridge, where the General had to pass, for to salute him on his arrival, with directions from the commanding officer, not to fire a salute till he had crossed the bridge. But just as the General and his escort had got on the top of a bridge 30 or 40 feet high, they commenced a fire, which together with the yells of the Indians, threw the General, corps, and the officers, &c. escorting him, into a general confusion; several had like to have been tossed off the bridge, but it is with pleasure that I learned no accident of consequence had happened.
"Loaf sugar 75 cents per lb. "Brown do. 1 dol. per lb. "Tea and coffee none. "It was with difficulty the citizens could procure a few of those articles at St. Louis, for the entertainment given Gen. Wilkinson on his arrival they had to give one dollar a pound for a barrel of sugar, which was all that was to be had in that city. I have not tasted tea or coffee for many weeks past.
"Just as I was closing this letter, I received accounts from Colonel Hammond, at St. Louis; he informs us he has rented a house and intends being with us here tomorrow. I omitted mentioning to you, that we are a near neighbor of Mr. Bell, formerly of your city, he is much dissatisfied with this territory, and will leave this early in October next, for Georgia; the old gentleman is much respected here.
By the Mail.
NEW-ORLEANS, SEPT. 14.
WE can positively state, that 3000 men are on their march from Mexico to strengthen the Spanish frontier on Louisiana. We think government ought to throw a few troops into this territory.—It is well even in peace to be prepared for war.
The Spanish Marquis de Cassa Calvo has ordered all officers on furlough to repair to their several regiments in Pensylvania.
BOSTON, OCTOBER 30.
Late from France. The Louisiana, arrived at Newyork, from Bordeaux, has brought French papers to the 14th September; the latest from Europe;—but no extracts therefrom had been made in the last papers. The master of the Louisiana informs, that the emperors of Russia and Germany, and the king of Sweden, had declared war against France; and that Bonaparte had marched with all the army of the coast for Italy..... Doubtful.
National Register.
Pennsylvania. —Representatives—Hon. Samuel Smith, in the room of the Hon. J. B. Lucas. We know not the politics of Mr. Smith. Hon. Robert Whitehill, in the room of John A. Hanna, deceased.
In St. Marks county, Maryland, Henry Neale, William Hebb, J. R. Plater, and J. Leigh, are elected to the General Assembly. They are all federalist—Highest number of federal votes 491—Highest number democratic 38. [Walb. Pap]
Portland.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1805.
By an arrival at Newyork, French papers to the 6th of September have been received.
On the 1st of September count Cobentzel, ambassador from Austria, was at Paris. Letters from Ratisbon, mention the French Charge d' Affairs on the 25th of August, presented a note to the Ministers and Envoys resident in that city, that unless a satisfactory reason was given for the assembling of large bodies of troops in Tyrol, and on the frontiers of Italy, a French army should immediately pass the Rhine, and invade the states of Germany. Notice of which was forwarded to the Court of Vienna, & an answer waited for with much anxiety. In the mean time the Austrian army formed at Wells near Lintz, in upper Austria, passed the Inn, and taken military positions in Bavaria.
Bonaparte arrived at Malmaison on the morning of the 3d—on the 5th, the division under Gen. Oudinot, of 8000 grenadiers passed through Cambray and was followed by four other divisions of 9000 each.
That part of the French army on the coast which has departed for the Rhine: marched in columns, in the same order which is practised in the camps; so that when they arrive on the theatre of war, they will be found all formed and disposed for the operations of the campaign. A finer army was never seen; one more impatient for battle, or more animated with the preface of certain victory.
Jerome Bonaparte had arrived at Toulon, with the squadron under his command.
The French Senate are about to restore the old Calender after the first of January next.
No accounts from England later than those mentioned in our last are received.
Capt. Hammond of Rochester, who arrived at Newyork, from St. Peterburgh, (Russia) and sailed Aug. 16, informs; that the Russians were actively preparing for war; 5 sail of the line were outside of the Mole, ready for sea—and 20 others were nearly equipped. A number of British ships had been taken up for the conveyance of Russian troops to Lubec. The Russian military force is estimated at 600,000 men.
Pennsylvania Election. —The last Philadelphia papers contain nearly all the returns of the votes for Governor—those towns that have not yet been heard from, will not (it is presumed) vary the present statement of votes 100.—M'Kean has a majority of about 6,000, and is chosen for 3 years; after which he is ineligible by the constitution.
Duane will have it, that, Gen. Mullenburg, Dallas, and all those who have been most active in support of M'Keen, are no longer to be considered as executive friends to the people.
It appears M'Kean has profited by the example of the Greatest man in America , having removed some of those from office who were in favor of Snyder—and appointed those in their room, who were active in his reelection. The leaves and filies are fine things in these cases.
The following notice of the inauguration of Professor Cleveland we received for publication, but too late for insertion in our last.
On Wednesday, October 23d, Parker Cleveland , A. M. late a Tutor in Harvard University, was inaugurated Bowdoin Professor of the Mathamatics and Natural Philosophy in Bowdoin College at Brunswick, district of Maine. A procession was formed about noon, consisting of the students, president, professors, trustees, overseers, and gentlemen from the neighboring towns who proceeded from the president's house, to the chapel, (a temporary wooden building, containing the Library in its sec-
ond story) where, after a prayer by the Rev. Dr. Mc Keen, an oration in latin was delivered by the Professor elect. It could not but afford pleasure to all, who witnessed the scene, to reflect on the happy prospects of this rising and respectable seminary.
We understand that a new building of brick is soon to be erected, of a larger dimension than the present college, in order to accommodate a greater number of students, and secure the Library and Philosophical apparatus.
Boston, Nov. 1. —Yesterday the Birth Day of the Hon. Mr Adams, late President of the United States, was commemorated by a large and respectable Company at a Public Dinner at Concert Hall.
Governor M'KEAN, of Pennsylvania , has commenced an action for an electioneering libel, against JOHN STEEL Esq. one of the Senate of that state, chairman of the democratic legislative caucus which first proposed Snyder for governor.
Masonic. —Mount Moriah Lodge, in Smithfield; and Friendship Lodge in Gloucester, Rhode Island, have recently been consecrated and their officers installed. The performances were in public;—prayers were made by the Rev. Brother Gam; discourses were made by the Rev. Brother Smith; and Rev. John Pitman; and charges by the M. W. Grand Master Bowen.
Married.
In this town; on Tuesday evening last, by the Rev. Elisha Kellogg, Horatio Southgate, Attorney at Law, to Miss Abby M'Lean, daughter of Major Hugh McLean. —By the Rev. Dr. Deane, Mr. Henry Tiley, to Miss Betsy M'Lean, daughter of Capt. Arthur McLean. —Mr. Michael Hayes, to Miss Comfort Gage.
In Northarmouth, Mr. Reuben Ring, to Miss Sally Davis—Mr. Daniel Young, of Norway, to Miss Margaret Merrill—Mr. James Currier, to Miss Jemima More.
In Orland, Me. Mr. Samuel Lowell, of Buckstown, to Miss Mary M'Intire.
Died.
In this town, Mr. John Mire, aged 39.—Edward, son of Mr. Daniel Johnson, aged 14 mo.—A child of Mr. Edward Cobb, aged 2 years.
In Savannah, Capt. Alexander Small, master of the brig Ruby, of this port.
In Durham, Capt. John Sydeman, aged 40, formerly of Portland.
In Standish, Capt. Joseph Dow, aged 48.
In Kennebec, Miss Pricilla Beetle, aged 16.
In Bluehill, Mrs. Phebe Parker, aged 61, consort of Mr. Peter P.
In Boston, John Cutler, Esq. formerly Master of the Grand Lodge of this State; His funeral was attended on Thursday last by a very long Masonic Procession in which a Golden Urn , containing a relic of the immortal WASHINGTON, was carried.
Ship News.
Thursday, October 31. —Arrived ships Mary, E. Chapman, 19 days from Mantanzas, Cargo, Sugar and Molasses.—Left brig Thomas, Baxter, to sail in 12 days, for Portland.
Same day. —Brig Regulator, D. Gray, 25 days from Martinico, cargo Molasses, sugar and Rum.—Left brig Sally, Somes, to sail in 20 days for Portland; fch. Federal, —, from Boston.
Saturday, Nov. 2. —Arrived ship Washington, J. Curtis, master, from Bonavista, 49 days—Cargo salt. — Same day. —Brig John, J. Woodbury, from Berbice—cargo coffee.
Same day. —Arrived brig Alliance, capt. Rankin, of Kennebec 21 days from St. Vincents.—Left there sloop Waip, capt. Dannels, of York, to sail in 2 days Oct. 24.—Spoke, in lat. 38. lon. 69 brig Julius bound to Boston, from St. Domingo. In a gale of wind lost her topsail, etc. and the captain (Russell) was lost over board.
Saturday, Nov. 2. —Arrived fch. Independent, Simson, 21 days from Dominique—Cargo, Rum, Sugar, and Coffee.
Vessels Left. —at Dominique, Oct. 12, brig Brunswick, York, for Martinique, in 2 days.—Brig Governor Strang, Boardman, of Portsmouth, bound to Martinique; fch. Nymph, Oliver, Kennebec; brig Franklin Burnham of Kennebec.
At Port Royal, Oct. 4, brig Richmond, for Port land in 14 days.
Vessels Spoken. —Sept 27, Lat. 47. Lon. 40, ship Joseph, 16 days from Portland, for Liverpool.—Oct. 7, fch. Fair Lady, Calwell, 14 days from Portland, for Jamaica.—Sept. 27, lat. 47, lon. 42, ship Mount Vernon, from Wiscasset, for Liverpool.
A late London paper contains the following article. "Plymouth, Aug. 27. For the capture of the French frigate Didon, of 44 guns, by the Phoenix of 36, we are in some degree indebted to an American ship. The Phoenix, cruising off Cape Finisterre, spoke the American, and both stood on their courses:—soon after the American fell in with La Didon, when the Phoenix was nearly hull down, and informed the Frenchmen that he had just parted with an English corvette of 20 guns; and that he was then in flight: La Didon spread all her canvas, and the Phoenix standing on under easy sail, was soon again alongside. She soon found her mistake; and after a gallant action of nearly three hours, La Didon struck her colors." [If this article is true, the American Captain, in our opinion, deserves severe reprobation; for he was guilty of a falsehood. Neutral masters are not compelled to give any information to belligerent cruisers; and when they volunteer their information, it ought to be the truth, and nothing but the truth.—They ought to consider it beneath the character of an independent American, to give any belligerent an advantage over his enemy; for to him all nations at peace with his country are friends:—Much more to invent, or give circulation to a falsehood. While the United States remain a neutral nation, it is a bounden duty of their citizens to sustain the character of neutrality with honor and impartiality.—Genl.
Commercial.
By a decree of the black emperor of Hayti made the 1st Aug. 1805, every master of an American vessel arriving in his dominions must deposit his merchandise

with some house there; which house shall give the security of two other houses, that all the duties due the state shall be paid.
The ship Nancy from Bordeaux, arrived at New-York on the 28th September, was boarded by the British brig of Colboys—she had captured the ship Olive Branch, Littlefield, of Kennebec, from Nantes—also ship Kingston, Stevens at Portland, the crew, however, recaptured her, and it was supposed had proceeded for a port in France.
FOR SALE,
By Lemuel Weeks & Son,
A VESSEL now on the stocks, 115 tons burthen, well calculated for the West India trade—The above vessel is built all of oak, and well put together—Liberal terms will be given. Nov. 4.
BROUGHT from Boston, in the Schooner Mercury, JACOB ADAMS, master, some time in May. 1804, Four Wagon Wheels. The owner may have them by paying charges, of DAVID SMITH, No. 7, Union-Wharf. Portland, Nov. 4. 1805.
MASONIC DISCOURSE.
JUST published—a few copies of which may be had at Isaac Adams' Bookstore—A Discourse delivered at New Gloucester, at the Consecration of Cumberland Lodge and Installation of its Officers—By Rev. Brother Daniel Weston, A. M. Pastor of the Congregational Church in Gray. Nov. 4.
POWDER HOUSE.
THE selectmen of the town of Portland, give notice to the merchants of said Town, and others whom it may concern; that the Powder House is ready for the reception of Powder; and that they have appointed Capt. ABNER LOWELL, Keeper of the said House, until the next annual Town Meeting. By order of the Selectmen, Samuel Freeman, Chairman. Nov. 2, 1805.
Notice is Hereby Given
THAT the Real Estate of James Moses, late of Falmouth, in the County of Cumberland, yeoman, deceased; except the widow's thirds, and one acre and one eighth of an acre; consisting of about thirty seven acres and an half, of Land, in said Falmouth, will be sold by Public Vendue, at the dwelling-house of Moses Gage, on Monday the ninth day of December next, at two o'clock P. M. said land lying on the road that leads from Stroudwater Meetinghouse to Saccarappa; and between land belonging to Samuel Butts and John Gould; and on the south side of said road—Said sale being by virtue of an order of the Supreme Judicial Court, held at Portland, within and for the County of Cumberland, on the third tuesday of October last. Conditions of sale made known at the above mentioned time and place. ARCHELAUS LEWIS. Falmouth, November 1 st . 1805.
Goods Wanted,
Wanted immediately, from nine to twelve hundred dollars worth of West India and English Goods, in an assortment, by a person in trade with in about 18 miles of Portland—whose sales are from four to five thousand dollars per annum, and would prefer having his Goods all of one or two persons. Ample security in Real Estate, or by an Indorser, will be given, if required, For further particulars, Enquire at Mr. Isaac Adams Fifth-street. Nov. 4.
New Printing Office.
THE subscriber advertises his friends and the public, that he has removed his Printing Office to the store occupied by Messrs. Munroe & Tuttle; where he follows a continuance of their commands. FOR SALE AS ABOVE.
The History of Adam Strong the Shoemaker Also—Blank Bills of Exchange and Bills of Lading, &c. &c. Wanted, an Apprentice to the Printing Business—Apply to Nov. 4.
JOHN M'KOWN.
An Evening School,
WILL be commenced, at South School House, on the first Monday of November; where will be paid particular attention to Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic, for three Dollars per quarter, one half paid at entrance. Portland, Nov. 4.
Strayed or Stolen,
FROM the enclosure of the subscriber in Wells, on the night of the 22 nd of October last, a dark red or brown mare, about fourteen hands high, long bodied, slender legs, trots all, about eight years old, Whoever will return said mare to the subscriber, shall be well rewarded. STEPHEN ANNIS. W. H. November.
To Let.
A Convenient Dwelling House, pleasantly situated in Green Street with Barns, Wood-house, and Stable—Particulars, apply to Nov. 4. WILLIAM BROWN.
A House to Let.
IN Clay Cove, now occupied by Capt. Wm. Hobbs—Possession may be had in a few days—apply at No. 12, Union Wharf. Oct. 14.
To Let.
HALF of a convenient three story Dwelling House, in Wilmot Street—Apply at E. Stevens's store, Fifth-street. Oct. 14.
A Caution.
WHEREAS we are informed that one Bradbury Cilley, of Newfield, has in his possession a written Note of Hand, dated the first day of May, 1805, purporting to be signed by the subscribers, for eighteen dollars, payable to said Cilley or order the first day of September last past—this is to forbid all persons purchasing said Note, as the same is altered and forged, and we shall not pay the same. John Burbank, Abner Burbank. Newfield, October 14 th , 1705.
Whereas Lucy, my wife, without any just cause has left my bed and board, to reside with an itinerant preacher and refuses to live with me—This is to forbid all persons trusting or harbouring her on my account, as I am determined to pay no debts of her contracting from the date hereof. DANIEL SARGENT, Little River Plantation, Nov. 1 st , 1805.
By the ships Mary and Neptune, from London—Corfu, from Liverpool—United States, from Bristol—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.
 150 casks Nails,  130 boxes Tin Plates,  400 boxes 8 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 lbs. Sewing Twine and Cod Lines,  Bales Saddlers Web,  Casks Sad Irons,  Do. Blocktin Teapots. 
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. (eptf)
Lord & Thomas,
No. 5, Jones' 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, Rattens, Blue and other colored Flannels,  Devonshire Kerseys,  Baizes and Flannels of all colors,  Cotton and Silk Velvets,  Variety of Vesting,  English and French Gloves  Calicoes, Linens and Cambrics,  Muslins, Dimities, India Cottons,  Bandannas, Oilcloths,  Brown Linens, Platillas,  Black Crapes, Cotton and Worsted Hosiery,  Camel hair Shawls, Silk do.  Furnitures, &c. &c. &c. 
An assortment of W. I. Goods and Groceries.
 Hlds 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. Nov. 4.
NEW JEWELRY STORE.
Enoch Moulton,
INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has REMOVED to Fifth-street, No. 8, Jones' Row, two doors above Mr. Adams' Bookstore—and in addition to his former assortment, has just received by the late arrivals, and now opening, an elegant assortment of Jewelry and Plated Ware, &c. &c. viz.
 Pearl Brooches,  Do. Rings  Plain gold Brooches with glases  Device on opal do do  Topaz do do  Do. and Pearl do do  Plain gold Brooches with letters  Do. do Rings with glases  Device do do  Plain do with plates  Elegant Gold Miniature Settings and Chains  Gold Watch Keys & Seals  An elegant assortment of the latest & most fashionable Ear Hoops and Knobs  Plated Ware.  Plated Coffee Pots  Do Tea do  Do Sugar do  Do Cream do  Do Crewet Stands from 4 to 8 glasses  Do Soup Ladles  Do Mustard Pots  Do Salts  Do patent and common Candlesticks,  Do Sugar Tongs  Do Table & Tea Spoons  Do Shoe Claps  Do Tumblers  Do Scissor Chains  Do elegant Fruit Baskets  Do do. Figs Knives  Do Snuffers and Trays  Japanned Ware.  Black and red ground Bread Baskets & Knife Trays, with plain and elegant gold borders  Japanned Snuff Boxes  Do Snuffer Trays and Nutmeg Graters  Do Sugar Tongs  Ladies' Morocco Pocket Books and Thread Cases; plain and silver mounted, with instruments  Morocco Pocket Books and Purse 
He also makes and has constantly on hand, Silver table, dessert, coffee, tea and salt Spoons; of the newest patterns—Soup Ladles and mustard do.—Sugar Tongs—Gold Necklaces—stone Knobs—silver Pendants and Tumblers—do Thimbles, &c. &c.
All of which will be sold as cheap as can be purchased in town or elsewhere.
The above articles are warranted to be of the first quality
E. MOULTON, renders his grateful acknowledgment to those who have been pleased to favor him with their custom; and as all orders will be attended to with punctuality and dispatch, he solicits a continuance of a share of public patronage. Nov. 4.
Wanted,
TWO young Lads, one for tending shop, and the other in a family—neither of them to exceed 16 years of age; to whom good encouragement will be given. Inquire of the Printer. Oct. 28.
NEW GOODS.
Crofs & Martin,
Have received, and now opening for sale, At the Store No. 2, Fore-Street, A very extensive assortment of Fall and Winter Goods.
 BLACK, blue, drab and mixed superfine Broadcloths and Cassimeres; do. Coatings; Flannels; Forest cloth ditto, duffles, mill Blankets ditto; white, black, green and red Flannels; Baizes ditto; variety of laced and Swandown Vestings; fancy ditto; Patent Laces; Velvets; Corduroys; Velveteens; Tabbey; Silk and pelace ditto; laced Mullins; Jackanet ditto; Silk and Cotton Chambray; Lac d'Camries; black, blue, pink and Shaco and Slate ditto; India Cottons; 1 Cate Linens; Linen Cambrics from 9/6 to 24/.  Variety of the newest fashion Calicoes; Laced Vales; Ladies and Gentleman's laced Clocked Silk Hose; plain ditto; Cotton and Worsted Hose do; black and white Laces; Crapes Gauzes &c.  Ladies very elegant Silk Shawls, ditto Camels Hairs &c. from 5/6 to 25/.  Silk Handkerchiefs Madras ditto; Sattens, Sinehaws, do Ladies black, white, and slate silk Gloves; pic-nic ditto; Cotton Gentleman's ditto; Ladies and Gentleman's Purse &c. 
Muffs and Tippets, from 5 D. 50. to 25 D. Various other articles too numerous to particularize
GROCERIES.
 Hyson, Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, and Sauchong Teas; coffee; Chocolate; Ginger; Cinnamon; Rum; Brandy; Gin; Molasses; Port, Lisbon, Vidona, Calmonaci, Sherry, and Malaga Wines; Courte and Fine Salt. 
2000 quintals Cod Fish. Hard ware Goods, as usual. Nov. 4.
Stephen Delande,
CONFECTIONER.
Respectfully informs the Citizens of this town, that he has taken a shop in Fore-street, opposite Mr. Beeman's Inn, where he manufactures and keeps constantly for sale, a General Assortment of CONFECTIONARY, which will be found as good and as cheap as can be purchased in Boston. Also, for sale, as above, A great variety of children's TOYS. Portland, Nov. 4, 1805.
Farmer's Almanacks,
For 1806.
For Sale, by ISAAC ADAMS, No. 6, Jones' Row Fifth-Street.
THE Farmer's Almanack is calculated upon a new and improved plan; containing besides the large number of astronomical calculations, and the Farmer's Calendar for every month in the year, a great variety of new, useful, and entertaining matter—By ROBERT B. THOMAS—Price 9 Dollars per gross, 87 1/2 Cts. per dozen, 12 3/4 Cents single. ALSO, Poor Richard's Almanack, for 1806, containing as great a variety of useful and entertaining matter than any other single almanack whatever—Price 4 D a gross, 37 1/2 C dozen and 6 C single. Books and Stationary, as usual. Nov. 4 (sw)
Collins' Bible.
PROPOSALS
OF ISAAC ADAMS and THOMAS CLARK, of Portland, to receive Subscribers to a Quarto Edition of the HOLY BIBLE: Generally known by the name of "Collins' Bible," containing an Apocrypha, the notes of Ostervald, and an approved Concordance.
THE Publishers deem it both indecorous and unnecessary, to dwell much on the merits of this edition. A large impression of the work having been before the public its character must necessarily have been well ascertained. They might, however, do themselves an injustice not to state, that it has been generally adopted as a standard for correctness, by printers in this country, some of whom have mentioned in their title pages, as a recommendation, that they printed from "Collins' Edition." They ought, perhaps, also to add, that all the difficulties arising from the numerous variations, which are found in the English copies of the Bible, were referred to the decision of the late Dr. John Witherspoon, to Doctor Samuel Stanhope Smith, and other literary characters, who for that purpose, took great pains to collate all those copies in the original languages, to which they had access—and that the former spent much time and labor in comprising the preface to this edition. The publishers have often been importuned by different clergymen, and other religious and literary characters, to engage again in this arduous undertaking, and their reluctance to the task has not been overcome without a sense of the very great labor and care which a printer ought to bestow, in order to produce a perfectly correct Bible; nor until they had made arrangements for insuring the accomplishment of the new edition in as perfect a state as that which they have already before the public.
In order to accommodate every class of readers, notes of Ostervald will be printed separate from the Bible, and can, therefore be bound up with it, or otherwise, as shall best suit the wishes of the purchasers. The same accommodation will also be observed with respect to the Apocrypha, as some persons do not choose to have this incorporated with the Sacred Writings. CONDITIONS.
The Bible will be handsomely printed on fine wove paper, worth 5 dollars and 25 cts. per ream, and a beautiful new type, cast expressly for the purpose. To be well bound in Calf or Sheep, at the option of the purchasers. The work being already in the press, subscribers may depend that no exertions will be wanting to have it completed as speedily as possible.
Persons who procure, and become responsible for twelve subscriptions, shall be entitled to the thirteenth copy gratis.
Bound in Sheep and Lettered.
 No. 1. Without Apocrypha, or Ostervald's Notes, : : : : 5 50  2. With Apocrypha, but without Notes, : : : : 6 00  3. With Notes, but without Apocrypha, : : : : 6 50  4. With Apocrypha and Notes, : : : : 7 50 
Bound in Calf and Lettered.
 No. 5. Without Apocrypha or Ostervald's Notes, : : : : 6 00  6. With Apocrypha, but without Notes, : : : : 6 50  7. With Notes, but without Apocrypha, : : : : 7 00  8. With Apocrypha and Notes, : : : : 8 00  N.B. In the above estimate, the Concordance, it will be observed, is included. Portland, Nov. 4, 1805.
To all who are concerned!
THE subscriber informs those indebted to him for the PORTLAND GAZETTE, Advertisements, or otherwise, previous to the 16 th of July last, that he has taken his books and accounts to the Office of O. Bray, Esq. (opposite the Gazette-Office) where he will attend for a settlement. He is at the same time under the necessity of informing such as may neglect to settle with him or his agents, by the FIRST DAY OF JANUARY next, that their bills cannot be paid without cost. E. A. JENKS. Nov. 4, 1805.
Molasses.
For Sale, by I. Richardson,
Hds and Tierces best retailing Molasses, at Richard-son's Wharf. November 4.
For Sale,
100 Acres of excellent LAND, 40 acres under good improvement, with a new House and Barn, and fences in good repair; situated in Stillwater plantation, four miles from Bangor, fronting on the main Penobscot River, near Stillwater ferry. Also,
100 Acres of Land, lying in Stillwater, on the fourth or lower end of Marsh Island, front. 300 rods on the Penobscot and Stillwater Rivers, 50 acres under improvement, with a House and Barn—and an excellent double Sawmill, in good repair, and several valuable privileges for other mills on the dam now built; it is one of the best Mill Seats on the Penobscot River, pleasantly situated, and a good stand for business. Also,
200 Acres of Land, being lots No. 7 and 8, on the east side of Marsh's Island fronting on Greatwork's Falls—A good place for mills, and one of the best places on the river, for taking Fish.
200 Acres of Land, being lots No. 23 and 24, on upper end of Marsh's Island, near Old Town falls.
200 Acres lying on the west side of Marsh's Island, being lots No. 15 and 16—By survey of Park Holland, Esq.
2 Acres of Land lying on the west side of Marsh's Island fronting Jameson's Falls, with half of a saw in a new double sawmill adjoining the same, with a good dam already built. Also,
A good Mill Seat upon Old Town Falls; together with 50 or 100 acres of Land, four rods distance from said privileges—particular description and situation of which, may be known by applying to Mr. NATHAN WINSTON, of Falmouth.
Terms of payment will be made easy—For further particulars enquire of Joseph Treat, at Bangor, or of Richard Winslow, Esq. Old Town Falls. N.B. Part of the payment would be received in a good Vessel, from 100 to 150 tons. Bangor, Nov. 5.
John Haskell,
At the Chamber over W. P. Davis's store, foot of Fifth-Street,
HAS for sale, FEATHERS, of the Russian, Sea-Fowl and Live Geese kind, and good qualities: Cotton Bed-Ticking, of American manufacture, superior to imported; Bed-Ticks ready made, and filled at a short notice.
WANTED—A quantity of Swingle Tow A few Boarders will hear of good accommodations by enquiring as above. Nov. 4.
For Bilious Complaints,
Dr. Lee's (Genuine) Windham Bilious Pills, PREPARED by SAMUEL LEE, jun. of Windham, (Conn.)—The usefulness and importance of these Pills, at this season of the year, when epidemic diseases, are too prevalent and when most constitutions, from predisposition and infectious atmosphere, are inclined to yellow, bilious, and inflammatory fevers, have been verified by an experience of more than twelve years.
The proprietor, in consequence of the uncommon good effects of his pills and the reputation they had gained in his practice, was urged by his friends to have them patented. He at length consented: and in April, 1796, he obtained from the President of the U. States his Letters Patent. These were the first Pills ever patented in America, and their peculiar effects on the prevailing diseases in the United States and the W. Indies soon gave them that celebrity which their intrinsic virtue merited.
The same of Lees, Pills, and the ready sale they so universally meet, were truly a powerful temptation to pretenders, and very soon Bilious Pills, ushered into market, from all parts of the union. Some of the most clamours of pill makers found great advantage from similarity of names, and were for a while able to pass their compositions upon the public, as the true genuine, original Lees' Pills, and some have even had the audacity to pretend to an originality in the pill business I but an acknowledgment of late, that the tales of their wares have become small and circumstanced, is conclusive evidence that the public have been taught by experience to be cautious how they purchase drastic preparations merely on account of the presumption and effrontery of the author. It is now more than eight years since I obtained my patent;—and the inextinguishable demand for my pills, which has been, and is daily increasing, is a convincing proof of their superior virtues and salutary effects. I have no objection to the words being supplied with abundance of pills, but a conviction that the people have a right to correct information has induced me to come forward and state these facts. That the purchasers may be certain that they get the right kind; I will be particular to enquire for Lee's (Windham) Bilious Pills—and to observe that my name be attached to each bill of direction, in my own hand writing. They are for sale at most of the Druggists Store in the city of New-York; SAMUEL LEE, Jr. Patenteer, of the Windham Bilious Pills. Windham, (Conn.)
The above are sold wholesale and retail, by H. F. DUPREE, by appointment of the Patenteer, at his Store, head of Ingraham's Wharf—Where may be had a general assortment of Drugs and Medicines, Dye-Stuffs, Wines, Groceries, &c. Nov. 4.
NOTICE,
ALL persons indebted to the subscriber, on account, are requested to call and settle the same on or before the last of November, by cash or note otherwise they will be put in suit. RICHARD TAPPAN, Bresswich, October 21, 1805.

Henry F. Dupee, HAS just received for sale, at his store, head of Ingraham's Wharf, Fore-Street , DYE-STUFFS. CAMWOOD, ground, Indigo, Fustic, Log Wood, Red Wood, Alum, Madder, Sugar Lead, Clothiers Jacks, Copperas, Roman Vitriol, Oil Vitriol, Woad, Aqua Fortis, Arsenic, Spirits Salt. MEDICINES. A general assortment of Drugs and Medicines—Genuine Patent Medicines—Surgeons Instruments, &c.
GROCERIES, WINES, &c. Madeira, Lisbon, Sherry, Port, Clare, Teneriffe, Frontinac, Muscat, WINES. Old Jamaica Spirits—Cognac Brandy—Holland Medicine Chests put up at the shortest notice, of any size; and all favors gratefully acknowledged. Oct. 14.
Warranted Stone Lime, Of the first quality, and just burnt, for sale by J. BRYANT, At his Store near the Haymarket. Also, Casks English Nails, Boxes Window Glass, White Lead, ground in oil, A few pipes and quarter casks old Madeira Wine, of a superior quality, 16000 wt. new Hops, in good order for shipping. Oct. 14.
New Flour, &c. 800 barrels Baltimore fine and superfine Flour, from new wheat, 800 bbls. Cadiz and Liverpool Salt, Claret Wine, entitled to Debenture, Souchong and Hyson-Skin Tea, Tar, Pitch, Rosin, Spirits Turpentine, Malaga and Sherry Wine, per cask, Boxes Mould Candles; Gin Casks, Bhd. and bbls. retailing Sugars, For Sale by Joshua Richardson, Oct. 14. No. 3, Long-Wharf.
Richardson, Wheeler & Co. Head of Fish-Street, next door to Mr. R. Doyl's, HAVE just received by the late arrivals from England, via Boston, a large supply of seasonable PIECE GOODS—consisting of Fashionable fancy Cords, Waistcoatings, drab and mixed patent Cords, Satinets; Drab, olive and black Velvets, Tabby Velvets, for Shawls, Pelices, &c. Broadcloths; Coatings; Baizes; Flannels, Rose Blankets, from 5-4 to 10-4; Duffils, Book and Japan Muslins, Black and colored Cambric Muslins, Lace Cambrics; Pocket Handkerchiefs, Beaver Gloves; Cotton Sewings; Calicoes, Irish Linens; English Shirting Cottons, Furnitures; Chambray Muslins, Black Silk Hose; Silk Handkfs.; Tiffanies, Thread, from No. 10 to 96; Sewing Silks, Ribbons. Also on hand, India Cottons; blk and col. Lustrings, Bandana Handkerchiefs, superior quality, 7-4 and 6-4 silk Shawls, very elegant, Silk Gloves; Tafies; Velvet Ribbon, Galoons; Muffs and Tippets, &c. The above English Goods being selected by a partner at the manufacturers, and the others purchased with cash in Boston, they will all be sold as cheap as can be bought in Boston or Portland, for cash only. October 21.
SHIP-CHANDLERY. Charles & John Fox, HAVE just received, at their Store, Nos. 4 & 5, South side LONG-WHARF, an extensive assortment of SHIP-CHANDLERY. Also, Russia and Raven Duck, 100 barrels Tar, 20 do. Pitch, 20 do. Turpentine, 20 do. Rosin, Barrels black and white Varnish, Ditto Fresh Flour, made of new Wheat, Boxes Dips Candles, Philadelphia Bar Iron, Ditto Cambooses, Grind and Water Stones. Together with a general assortment of CORDAGE, by the Gang or smaller quantities—all which they offer on the most liberal terms. [5W] October 7.
Wine Cellar. THE subscribers, having formed a connection in business, under the firm of Tucker & Blanchard, Offer for sale, a complete assortment of WINES and SPIRITS, of all kinds, At No. 1, Jones's Row, Fore-Street, (two doors from Messrs. Quincy & Dix) Where Gentlemen may be supplied on liberal terms, with articles of the first quality. Having been at great expense to establish a Wine Cellar, they flatter themselves that the public will give their sanction, by applying as above. Gentlemen who keep Public House, in town or country, are invited to call and satisfy themselves with a fair sample. SHIP'S STORES put up at the shortest notice, and every favor gratefully acknowledged. Gentlemen who are accustomed to send to Boston for their Wines, may be accommodated with as good a quality and as cheap as is possible to procure them at the Boston market. James B. Tucker, James Blanchard. Sept. 30.
Stoves and Cambooses. CAST-IRON Shop, school-house, kitchen and parlor Stoves—Cambooses of different sizes—Likewise, sheet-iron and tin Funnels. Japaned and Tin Ware, as usual, to be sold by Nathaniel Cross, Sept. 20. (6) At his shop below the Hay-Market.
REMOVAL. T. & A. Vinton, Respectfully inform their friends and customers, that they have removed from No. 5, Columbian Row, to the store lately improved by Messrs. Farrell & Wright, in Middle-Street, two doors east of How & Evans's—where they have for sale, a general assortment of European & India Goods, on the lowest terms for cash. TO LET—A STORE, suitable for either English or West India Goods. Oct. 28.
REMOVAL. Farrell & Wright, Respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they have removed from their former stand, two doors below Messrs. How & Evans, to No. 4, Murray's Row, lately occupied by Mr. Ebenezer Greely, Where they have for sale, A large assortment of English, India, and Scotch Goods, of almost every description, suitable for the present and approaching season—Also, A large assortment of MUFFS and TIPPETS, DIAPERS of all kinds. Likewise, on hand, Hyson, Young Hyson, Hyson Skin, Souchong, and Bohea Teas, warranted of the first quality, Coffee, Cotton Wool, Sherry, Lisbon and Malaga Wines, WEST-INDIA GOODS, as usual—which they will sell on the most reasonable terms, for cash or short credit. Also, Two Boxes PERRY'S DICTIONARIES—being a consignment, will be sold very low. October 28.
MUFFS and TIPPETS. Cheever & Mahan, INFORM their friends and customers, that they are now offering for sale, at the Variety for Store, No. 1. Mussey's Row, An extensive assortment of Muffs and Tippets of almost every kind—They being manufactured under their own inspection, are warranted to be equal to any—and will positively be sold as low, wholesale or retail, as can be purchased in New England. N. B. Cash given for all kinds of Hattng and Shipping FURS. October 28.
Flour, Pork, &c. Just landing from brig Zaan, capt. Brown, 102 Bbls. superfine Flour, 93 do fine do, 50 half bbls. superfine do, 40 half bbls. Pork, 50 boxes Spermaceti Candles, For Sale at No. 4, Central Row, By John P. Thurston & Co. October 21.
Rum and Sugar. 30 Hhds. Retailing Sugar, 30 do. 3d and 4th proof Rum, For Sale by RALPH CROSS, Oct. 21. No. 4, Union Wharf.
Stone Lime, Of a superior quality, for sale by JOHN PRICHARD. Also, an assortment of SCHOOL BOOKS, West India Goods and Groceries, cheap for cash. October 21.
THE CHEAP STORE— Nos. 3 & 4, bottom of Fish-Street.
Quincy & Dix, HAVE just received, and are now opening for sale, a general assortment of FALL & WINTER GOODS, comprising almost every article in the Dry Goods line, and perhaps the most elegant assortment of FANCY and STAPLE GOODS ever exposed for sale in this town—having taken particular pains to select from all the latest importations the most fashionable and handsome Goods now worn. Also, Sea Fowl, Live Geese, Russia and Lisbon Feathers, Scotch Beddicking, &c. 3 bales Carpeting, different qualities, An elegant assortment of Muslins, 2 bales Russia common Diaper, Damask Table Linen, Muffs and Tippets of every description. Oct. 21.
8000 and 4000 Dollars, Two Valuable High Prizes. JUST received and for sale at T. CLARK'S Bookstore & Lottery-Office, Fifth-Street—a few Quarters in the sixth Class of AMOSKEAG CANAL LOTTERY, at 95¢ applied for immediately—as the Lottery is now drawing in Boston. Likewise, Whole Tickets and Quarters in the fourth Class of PISCATAQUA BRIDGE LOTTERY—highest prize 8000 Dollars—Adventurers will please to apply soon, as Tickets will shortly rise to 5 Dollars 50 cents, and Quarters to 1 Dollar 50 cents. Oct. 21.
John P. Thurston & Co. No. 4, Central Row. HAVE received by the ship Cumberland from Liverpool, a small invoice SCALE BEAMS, all sizes, from 10 inches to ton beams—Shovels and Spades, from No. 0, to No. 3; and few cwt. Iron block bushes, which they offer for sale at reduced prices, on reasonable credit—and a handsome discount for Cash—On hand 50 Boxes mould Candles; Chest Tea; Paints, dry and ground in oil; Sheet and Bar Lead, &c. &c. October 14, 1805.
Paper hangings & Bordering. THE subscriber has for private sale, at his Auction Room, head of Ingraham's wharf, an assortment of Paper hanging and Bordering of the newest patterns; which he sells much below the usual prices—Supplies will be constantly received from the manufacturers in Boston, and such patterns procured as shall be ordered by any Gentlemen who please to favor with their custom, their most obliging servant. DAVID PEASE. Portland, Oct. 14, 1805.
NOTICE. THE subscribers, having entered into Copartnership, under the firm of E. Greely & Co. Auctioneers, Brokers, & Commission Merchants, any business in their line will be strictly attended to, and every favor acknowledged. ELEAZER GREELY, JAMES NEAL, TIMOTHY FLETCHER. Portland, October 24, 1805.
Upholstery and Paper Hangings. Edward Howe, Respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has taken the store owned by Gen. Waldo, near the Hay Market, where he purposed carrying on the UPHOLSTERY BUSINESS in all its various branches—Viz. Stuffing Sofas, Easy, Lolling and Parlor Chairs, Making Covering for do. Making and putting up Curtains in the most fashionable style—Fitting Cornices for do. Making Beds, Mattrasses, Cushions, Carpets, &c. Also, for Sale, Articles in the above line—consisting of Fringes—acres, and Tafels, to match, Live Geese and other Feathers, Beddicking, An assortment of Paper Hangings, Borders, &c. &c. If the gentlemen Farmers of the vicinity will take the trouble to have their SWINGLE TOW, and call as above, they may receive a reasonable compensation for it. Portland, October 28.
Fresh Fancy & Staple Goods. E. STEVENS, informs her friends and customers, that she has just received for sale, at her store, near the Head of Fish-Street, A variety of Goods, suitable for the season. Among which are, Fashionable Muffs and Tippets, Ladies' Cork Shoes, And a general assortment of Ladies and Misses Shoes and Slippers, as usual—Also, Hyson Tea, of the best quality. October 21.
The Subscribers, under the firm of Barbour & Stockbridge, At the store, lately improved by B. D. BRYANT, directly opposite the Maine Fire and Marine Insurance Office, Fifth-Street, offer for sale, a handsome assortment of FRESH GOODS, partly consisting of Superfine and low priced Broadcloths and Cassimires, Superfine and low priced Coatings, Blankets Fearnoughts, Ratteens, Baizes, and Flannels, of all colours, Muffs and Tippets, Patent Cords, Cotton Velvets, Silk do. A great variety of Velveting, English Silk Hose, and Gloves, Prints, 4-4 Linens, Linen Cambrics, Cotton do. Muslins, Dimities, black & white Thread Lace. Elegant assortment of Table Cloths, & Table Linen, Twill'd Sheeting, Sinehaws, Sains, Silk Shawls, and Handkerchiefs, A variety of Stuffs, Oil Cloth, Brown Linens, Platellas, India Cottons, Black Crapes, Cotton and Worsted Hosiery, Quantity of Ravens Duck. With a great variety of other articles in the above line. Also, An assortment of West India Goods & Groceries. A large proportion of the above Goods, were bought for cash, and will be sold at a very low advance. Joseph Barbour, Martin Stockbridge. Portland, 21st October, 1805.
WATCHES AND JEWELRY. JOSEPH LOVIS, Watchmaker, Jeweller and Gilder, opposite the Insurance and Post Office, INFORMS the public, that he continues the Watch-Making Business, in all its various Branches. From his long experience in his line of business, in this country and in Europe, he flatters himself he can give entire satisfaction to all who may favor him with their commands; more especially as every kind of Watch-work will front work at it, be executed by himself only. Said LOVIS has for sale, A handsome assortment of best, warranted Plain and capt English WATCHES, and an additional assortment of GOLD, SILVER, GILT and PLATED WARE, too numerous to particularize. Masonic Jewels, Military Equipage, Medals, Watches, &c. Elegantly Gilt, at the shortest notice. Cash given for old Gold and Silver. Portland, Sept. 9, 1805. (11)
8000 Dollars. ISAAC ADAMS, at his Bookstore, No. 6, Jones's Row, Fish-Street, Has for Sale, Tickets and Quarters in the Piscataqua Bridge Lottery. Those who intend to try their fortune in this Lottery, will do well to apply immediately, as Tickets will soon rise to D. 5—50.
Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, FOURTH CLASS. THOMAS CLARK, has for sale, at his Book-Store and Lottery-Office, Fifth-Street, Tickets at 5 Dollars, and Quarters at 1 D. a 97 1/2 C. in the Fourth Class Piscataqua Bridge Lottery. The Managers assure the public that nearly one half the tickets are already engaged, and an early day will be appointed for the drawing in Boston. Prize tickets (purchased in town or elsewhere) in all other Lotteries, will be received in payment.—Orders from the country (post paid) enclosing prize tickets or cash, shall be punctually executed. (3m) Portland, Sept. 2.
FOR SALE, An elegant Dwelling House. SITUATED in State Street, directly opposite Mr. Ingraham's beautiful garden. The extensive and delightful prospect it commands, which can never be obstructed by building; the neatness of the workmanship, and its superior conveniences, will sufficiently recommend it to the purchaser on examining the premises—Apply to MICHAEL SMITH. Portland, October 14.
Henry Hilton, Upholster & Cabinet-Maker—from London. Respectfully informs the citizens of Portland, and its vicinity, that he has taken the situation No. 2. Fifth-Street, lately occupied by Dr. Thomas, where he purposed carrying on the above business, in its different branches:— Such as, Sofas and Easy Chairs, with Covers and Cushions of every description. Mahogany Parlour Chairs of any pattern. Also— Feather Beds and Mattrasses, and Bed Furniture and Window Curtains, made up with suitable cornices. Carpets cut down and made to fit the rooms, with Borders &c. Chairs and Sofas, new stuffed in Black Hair, Cloth or Morocco Leather; Paper Hangings, &c. &c. H. H. flatters himself, that from the practice he has had in London, for several years past, he will be able to execute any orders he may receive, in the newest fashion and on the most reasonable terms. Portland, Oct. 21.
Twenty Dollars Reward! LOST on the 17th October inst. at capt. Joseph Stockbridge's stable, in Freeport, a Red Morocco POCKET BOOK—containing two Notes and a Receipt given by Joseph Mc. Lellan & Son—also, three other Receipts, given by Mr. Blaisdel, Mr. Harris, and Jacob Mitchell, of North Yarmouth.—Any person who will deliver said Pocket Book, to the subscriber shall be entitled to a five dollar bill left in the same together with the above reward. Rela Blanchard. North Yarmouth, October 21.
Mail Robbery! FIFTY DOLLARS REWARD. WHEREAS a Letter from Ebenezer Morton, of Meduncook, directed to Capt. Zenas Morton, at Eastport, was put into the post-office at Thomaston, containing Fifty-Eight Dollars in Bank Bills, and a Note of Hand, payable to the said Zenas Morton, with the drawer's name erased out, on the 20th May last; which Letter was made up and put into the mail on the 23d of the same month, and directed to Eastport, but has never been received at the Eastport post-office—Therefore the above reward will be given for the Letter and contents, or for the detection of the person who took and secreted the same, so that he or they may be brought to deserved punishment—by Oliver Shead, Postmaster at Eastport. Eastport, Maine, 17th Sep. 1805. (f30|3m)
Horse Left, THE man who left a small young Red Horse, with a white star in his forehead, and a long tail, and paces all at the stable of the subscriber, in Portland, about a fortnight since, is requested to take said Horse away, and pay charges; otherwise he will be sold, to pay expence of keeping. Ebenezer Paine. Portland, Oct. 21, 1805.
A Stray Horse, BROKE into the inclosure of the Subscriber, a dark Brown Horse, about the middle of September last—supposed to be 9 or 10 years old.—The owner may have him again again by proving property and paying charges. ABRAHAM PERLEY. Gray, Oct. 28.
SUMNER. NOTICE is hereby given to the nonresident proprietors or owners of Land in the town of Sumner, in the county of Oxford (formerly in the county of Cumberland) that their Lands are taxed for the State, County and Town tax, for the years 1803 and 1804, and committed to the subscriber to collect, as follows, viz. For the year 1803. No. Lots. Range. No. Acres. S. tax. T. & C. tax. C M C M 13 6 156 9 5 40 8 Second division of Lots, formerly called East Butterfield. 10 1 125 8 7 37 5 Gore 4 2 10 7 3 For the year 1804. 1 1 136 9 41 13 1 136 9 41 17 1 90 6 27 24 1 39 3 12 6 3 136 9 41 14 3 96 2 11 5 4 136 9 41 7 4 136 9 41 2 5 136 9 41 3 5 136 9 41 8 5 136 9 41 13 6 136 9 41 17 6 136 9 41 18 6 136 9 41 Gore 7 31 2 9 Gore 7 41 3 14 Gore 20 8 1 43 End of M. Keen's lot, 20 1 6 End of N. Belworth's lot, 20 1 1 6 Second division of Lots, formerly called East Butterfield. South Gore, 1 51 2 15 14 1 125 9 37 16 1 125 9 37 And until said taxes are paid, on or before the twenty-fifth day of December next, at ten o'clock in the forenoon, so much of said Lands will be sold at public vendue, at the dwelling house of the subscriber, in Sumner, as will pay the same and all necessary intervening charges. Abijah Paine, Collector. Sumner, October 28, 1805.
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