Portland gazette, and Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1806-02-24 00:00:00

PORTLAND GAZETTE, And Maine Advertiser.
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PORTLAND (MAINE) Published by ADAMS & JENKS, at their Printing-Office, No. 7, Fish-Street.
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No. 45 of Vol. VIII.]
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1806.
[Whole No. 409]
The time of meeting mentioned in the following advertisement, was wrongly printed in the two preceding papers—instead of the twenty-fifth of February, it should have been the twenty-fifth.
To George Bradbury, Esq. one of the Justices of the Peace, within and for the County of Cumberland.
WE the subscribers, a major part of the proprietors, of a certain piece or parcel of Flats, Land and Wharf, situated in Portland, in said county, bounded as follows: viz—Northeasterly, on the flats of Henry Titcomb; Southeasterly on the flats of Joseph H. Ingraham; southeasterly by the channel of Fore River, and northwesterly; and extending about one hundred and seventy feet, by which street, so called—judging a proprietor's meeting to be necessary, do hereby request you to issue a Warrant for the calling of a meeting of said proprietors, to be held at the dwelling house of Capt. Peter Warren, in said Portland, on Tuesday the twenty-fifth day of February next at six of the clock, in the afternoon, to act on the following articles:
1st. To choose a Moderator. 2nd. To choose a Clerk, Treasurer, Committee, or committees, and any other officers needful for managing their affairs. 3rd. To see whether they will agree to extend or enlarge their wharf, and build a store or stores on the same, and on the manner of doing the same, or on any other method of improving and managing their interest, and making it productive. 4th. To agree on the sum or sums of money they will raise, for the purpose aforesaid, and for any other purpose which they may judge necessary, and to fix the time and manner of raising and paying the same. 5th. To agree on the proportion which each proprietor shall pay of the monies voted to be raised, and on each proprietor's share or interest in the estate; and 6th. To agree on a method of calling future meetings.
Josiah Cox, Peter Warren, Enoch Preble, Thomas Merrill, Jacob Noyes, Benjamin Knight, William Lowell.
Portland, Feb. 6, 1806.
CUMBERLAND, ss. To Capt. Peter Warren one of the Proprietors before named.
YOU are hereby required in the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, to notify the Proprietors before named, in manner as the law directs, to meet at the time and place, and for the purpose mentioned in the foregoing application.
Given under my hand and seal, this first day of February, A. D. 1806.
George Bradbury, Justice of the Peace for said County.
IN pursuance of the foregoing Warrant to me directed, I hereby notify the Proprietors aforesaid, to meet at the time and place mentioned in the foregoing application, and for the purposes therein expressed.
Peter Warren.
Portland, February 6, 1806.
NOTICE
IS hereby given, that a further time of two months, from the twenty eighth day of January instant, having been allowed to the creditors of the estate of
Nathaniel Winflow, late of Falmouth, in the county Cumberland, yeoman, deceased; to bring in their claims against said estate:—We the commissioners appointed to receive and examine said claims, hereby give notice, that we shall attend for that purpose at the house of the widow in Saccapappa, on the second and fourth Mondays in February, and March next, from one to five of the clock, in the afternoon of said days.
Timothy Pike, Enoch Freeman, Daniel Small.
Saccapappa, Jan. 30, 1806.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed and has taken upon himself the trust of Executor to the last will and testament of
ASA WHITNEY,
late of Gorham, in the county of Cumberland, Gentleman, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs; he therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon to exhibit the same for settlement to
Lathrop Lewis.
January 13, 1806.
NOTICE is hereby given that the subscriber has been duly appointed administrator on the estate of
WILLIAM JOHNSON,
late of Columbia, in the county of Washington, fisherman deceased, and has taken upon himself that trust by giving bonds as the law directs:—All persons having any demands upon the estate of the said William Johnson, are required to exhibit the same; and all persons indebted to the said estate are called upon to make immediate payment to
Levi Welton, Administrator.
Feb. 27, 1806.
FEDERAL NOMINATIONS.
BOSTON, FEB. 18.
At a large and respectable meeting of FEDERALISTS, from the different parts of the Commonwealth, held at Concert Hall, Feb. 12, 1806, it was
Resolved unanimously, As the sense of this assembly, that the happiness of the community, of which we are members, will be best promoted, by a persevering attachment to the institutions and habits of our ancestors, and a steady adherence to those political principles, which regulated the administration of that friend to his country, the beloved WASHINGTON.—That it is incumbent on all good men, to endeavor, by all fair and honorable means, to promote the election to office of such candidates as are known to possess a regard for religion, and correct sentiments as to morals and politics; and to counteract the projects and machinations of those restless and ambitious men, the enemies of order, who are seeking their own emolument, in the confusion of innovation and misrule.
2d. Resolved unanimously, That we will individually use our best endeavors to promote the re-election of our present excellent Chief Magistrate Governor STRONG.
3d. Resolved unanimously, That we will individually use our best endeavors to promote the re-election of the present worthy Lieutenant Governor ROBBINS.
4th. Resolved unanimously, That we will recommend to all good men, as far as we shall have opportunity, to attend and continue at the respective town meetings, throughout the Commonwealth, on the first Monday of April next, until the election of all the state officers be completed.
5th. And it is further unanimously resolved, and we do hereby solemnly pledge ourselves to each other, that as well in the election of the officers above-mentioned, as in all the other public elections in the ensuing spring, we will discard and renounce all personal and local objections and considerations whatsoever.
POLITICAL.
From the Frederick Town Herald.
The blessed effects of Democracy.
Tho' the pernicious tendency of the measures, pursued by the dominant faction of our country, has been so often predicted by the federal writers, who have undertaken to animadvert on them; yet it cannot but occasion the most serious solicitude to them to see them realized.—When the national policy, first instituted by Washington and afterwards continued by Mr. Adams, had exalted this country to the summit of respectability abroad and prosperity at home; it was then Mr. Jefferson was stationed at the helm of our government, and all his adherents were loud in their acclamations of the wisdom of his measures. The treasury was full: The navy was broken up and disman-
tled, and the bank stock of the nation was disposed of to add to its fulness; the system of internal revenue was abolished and officer's salaries were held forth as the savings of the wisest economy. The messages of the executive rung with the applause of his own measures and the deluded democrats all thought this was the happy result of Mr. Jefferson's administration. The vessel of state conducted through the perilous storms of European politics had reached the port in safety, when he was placed at the helm to guide it, and he was foolish enough to think, that he was entitled to the credit. But now after the lapse of five years, we would call the attention of every serious and thinking friend of his country to a survey of our public affairs. It is a sad reverse! Instead of gaining respectability with the increase of our physical strength, our government has become the sport of diplomatic influence. Our treasury has been exhausted in the purchase of a country whose limits are undefined and which will probably cost us as much again to secure it. The necessity of an efficient navy which had been foreseen and provided for by the federal rulers, is now acknowledged and the money of the nation must be squandered to supply the want of the shipping which had been disposed of merely to afford a ridiculous boast of economy. This is the lamentable condition to which we are reduced and were this all, the indignantorrow of the honest statesman might find alleviation in the idea of the unbounded resources of his country;—but to see the dignity of the nation prostituted and de-graded is more insupportable to him.—The French ministry has treated our rulers with contempt. So has the Spanish, and all have plundered our commerce with impunity. The French ambassador Gen. Turreau, throughout the whole of his letter to the Secretary of State, expresses a degree of farcasm on our government and the people, which no American can read without emotions of displeasure. He complains of our trade with St. Domingo and animadverts in a haughty and censorious tone, and Talleyrand in his letter to Gen. Armstrong, our ambassador at Paris, after a similar strain of observation and censure on our government, says: "France ought to expect from the Amity of the United States, and his majesty charges me, Sir, to request in his name, that they interdict every private adventure—which, under any pretext or designation whatsoever may be destined to the ports of St. Domingo, occupied by the rebels."—And our congress, according to the request of his imperial and royal majesty, Bonaparte, are about to pass a law, by which the trade of St. Domingo is entirely interdicted.
The Spanish minister informs Mr. Madison, that the President has given in his message to congress a wrong statement of our situation relative to Spain, and animadverts on it in language, at once indicative of his contempt for the ignorance and weakness of our executive.
The neglect of our government, in not renewing our treaty with Great Britain, has subjected our commerce to numberless inconveniences. This treaty made by Mr. Jay, which was so much reprobated by the democrats, as a sacrifice of our national interest, has proved itself by the event to afford advantage, which our pusillanimous government is scarce able to secure instead of obtaining better terms.
Let any one deliberately compare the present situation of our country with what it was in 1801, when Mr. Jefferson got into power, and he will be able to form a correct estimate of the measures, which his partizans have been applauding so highly, as demonstrative proofs of his wisdom and patriotism. He will find folly and weakness, the leading traits of his administration and the prejudicial tendency of his "doings," so often predicted and exposed, most lamentably verified.
MILITIA.
The following Bill for the Classing of the Militia, and assigning to each class its particular duty, was submitted to the Senate of the United States, on the 22d of January last, by Mr. Smith, of Maryland.
Be it enacted, &c. That every free able bodied white male citizen of the U. S. of the age of 18 years, and under the age of 45 whose principal occupation is not of the high sea, or the tide waters within the U. S. shall be of the militia, for the land service of the U. S. The persons so to constitute the land militia, shall be enrolled by their names and ages, in their proper districts, and in books kept for that purpose; such enrolment to be made without delay of those now within the description, and from time to time as to others who shall hereafter become so, always noting the date of the enrolment, and placing, in a distinct page, or part of the book those of every different year of age, from 45 down to 18.
The said militia shall be distributed into classes as follows, to wit: the Junior Class shall be composed of those above 21 and under 26 years of age; the Middle Class shall be composed of those above 26, and under 35 years of age; the Senior Class of those above 35, and under 45 years of age; and those above, 18 and under 21 years of age, shall compose the Minor Class.
The Junior Class shall be liable to perform all active services within the U. S. or the counties next adjacent, by tours of duty, not to exceed one year in any two; and in order that the said services may be required of them equally, those of every battalion shall by its Commanding Officer, be immediately divided by lot into ten parts, or portions, as nearly equal as may be each portion to be distinguished by its particular number from one to ten, and to be called into duty in the order of their numbers, such call extending to so many numbers, as the exigency may require:—every person so called on, may be assigned to the service of the artillery, infantry, cavalry, or
of any other description, as the competent authority shall direct.
In consideration of the assiduous discipline required from the Junior Class, and of the services they shall have performed, or been liable to perform while in it, they shall never after, passing into the Middle Class, be liable to actual service, but where the Junior Class for the being is inadequate to the exigency; and then in their own, or one of the adjoining States only, and by tours not exceeding three months in any year: for which purpose they shall be distributed into portions and numbers & called on in routine, as is provided in the case of the Junior Class.
The Senior and Minor Classes shall be liable to be called on, to do duty within their own State only, and by tours not exceeding three months in any year and they shall be separately distributed into portions and numbers, and called on in routine, as provided for the other classes.
Exemptions from militia duty, except in case of religious scruples against bearing arms, shall only extend to the ordinary duties of mustering and disciplining, after having entered the Middle or Senior Class, but all exemptes shall be enrolled in their classes and numbers, and when called on for actual military service, shall be bound as others are to perform, their due tours.
If any person called on to do the actual duties of his class, shall refuse, or unnecessarily delay to enter on duty, he shall be arrested by the civil or Military authority, shall be delivered to the proper military officers, and either punished as a deserter, or compelled to perform his tour of duty. But any person so called on, may commute his personal service, by tendering, as a substitute, an able bodied white man, a citizen of the U. S. fit for the service in the judgment of the officer who is to command him, and willing to engage therein. And all persons while engaged in performing a tour of duty, shall have the pay and rations allowed in the army of the U. S. and be subject to the rules; regulations, and articles, provided for the government of the same.
Sec. 2.—That all provisions in any law of the U. S. or of any particular State or Territory, inconsistent with those of this act, are hereby repealed; and all provisions in the laws of the U. S. or of any particular State or Territory not inconsistent herewith, shall be understood to be left in force, and liable to alteration by their respective enacting authorities.
Lt. Wilkinson was lately sent up the river Missouri, with a few soldiers to establish a fort at the mouth of the river Platte. About 300 miles up the Missouri, they were fired upon by a party of Indians, and had one man killed. They returned the fire, and killed one of those who attacked them. There ended the conflict; and Lt. W. returned to St. Louis. This affair, it is supposed, gave rise to the story, that Major Lewis and his party was cut off.
M. Frenier, formerly Secretary to Gen. Moreau, has arrived at Charles-ton from Spain.

Late Foreign News.
By an arrival at New York—London dates to December 14.
It appears that the affairs on the Continent have changed in favour of the Allies. The Russian General Kutusow, has defeated Marshal Mortier near Krems, and obliged the remains of the army to recross the Danube. The Archduke Charles had made a masterly retreat out of Italy, and was marching towards Vienna. There was every prospect of the allies being joined by the King of Prussia; who had consented to let the British troops, under Gen. Don, occupy Hanover.
The Emperor of Austria has published a Manifesto, declaring that he had received the following proposition from Bonaparte, viz.
"That the allied troops should return to their own respective countries, that the Hungarian levies should be disbanded. That the Duchy of Venice and the Tyrol should be delivered up to the French armies."
On this proposition the Austrian monarch remarks—That his Majesty earnestly wished peace; but he neither can nor will by disarming, throw himself again into a situation which might place himself and his whole people at the mercy of a powerful enemy. And concludes with the following appeal:
"Under such circumstances there remains nothing for his Majesty but to rely on the great and invincible resources which he finds in the hearts, the fidelity, and strength of his people, and on the as yet unshaken power of his allies and friends, the Emperor of Russia and King of Prussia, and to fortify himself in this strong and formidable league until the Emperor of France, with that moderation which is the brightest jewel in the diadem of a great monarch, issues proposals for a peace, which is not to be purchased by the sacrifice of national honor, and the independence of a great people!"
The Imperial Parliament had been further prorogued to the 21st of Jan.
VICTORY OVER THE FRENCH.
BATTLE OF KREMS.
BRUNN, Nov. 15.—Our court Gazette of this day contains the following remarkable Official Supplement: OCCURRENCES OF THE WAR.
His Majesty the Emperor and King, on the 14th inst. received a courier from General Count Kutusow, commander in chief of the Russian troops, who brings the pleasing intelligence of a complete victory obtained between Stein and Weiskirchen, near Krems, over the division of the enemy commanded by Marshal Mortier. The following is the circumstantial account drawn up and transmitted from the field of battle.
On the 9th of Nov. the Russian army passed the Danube; the rear guard was closely pressed by the enemy at Mautern, and the General who commanded it resolved to pass in the night between the 9th and 10th to the left bank of the Danube, and burn down the bridge, which was the more necessary, as he had certain intelligence that the enemy had restored the bridge at Lintz, and already passed a division to that side of the Danube.
In the afternoon of the 10th, the enemy approached the advanced posts near Dierstein, and by his superiority of force drove them back along the Danube from Weiskirchen to Stein, and it was with difficulty that when night came on, the army should maintain itself in the heights of Stein.
It was then resolved to attack the enemy in the morning, in three columns, and to cut off, if possible, his retreat to Weiskirchen, where he had collected a number of boats.
The happiest consequences were the fruits of this brave undertaking, which was conducted with equal prudence and courage. The enemy was defeated, and the whole of his division, which could not save themselves on board some boats, were killed or made prisoners.
The number of the slain could not be determined with any accuracy, but the prisoners were as follows:—The Chief of Brigade Grain d'Orge, 1 Colonel, 1 Lieutenant Colonel, 36 inferior officers, and 2000 men, among whom was the 4th regiment of dragoons.
Five pieces of cannon were taken; Marshal Mortier, who commanded
the division of the enemy, is missing, and is supposed to be killed.
The loss of Russian troops is in proportion inconsiderable; it consists principally of wounded; among which are a General and several officers.
But this brilliant and victorious day cost the life of an excellent man: Field Marshal Lieutenant Sehund who had been attached to the Russian army as Quarter Master General, died the death of a hero, after having, as General Kutusow remarked with much emotion, greatly contributed to the victory, by attacking the enemy in flank and rear; the loss of this officer, who had been in the service 40 years, and obtained distinguished glory in the last war will be deeply felt by the sovereign, the Austrian army, and those capable of estimating the value of his exalted merit—his name is his monument.
DONAU, Nov. 19.
On the 12th, the French entered Vienna, and have already taken possession of the suburbs, with 20,000 men, and the city itself, with 5,000. They have made an extraordinary requisition of wine and clothes, and have required rations for 40,000 men.
HAMBURGH, Nov. 26.
The Imperial Court is removed to Brunn, at which place a Court Gazette has been published, giving an account of a second victory obtained by the Russians, under General Kutusow, in which 6,000 French were killed, and 4,000 surrendered by capitulation. The Russians took 6 stands of colours, 4 pieces of cannon, and 36 Officers. General Mortier is among the killed.
LONDON, Dec. 4.
The accounts received from the Continent are of a more favourable nature than we had reason to suppose from the reports of the last week, founded upon the fraudulent misrepresentations of the enemy. It is true the French army has entered Vienna, but no separate Peace is signed, or even thought of; nor has the gallant Charles perished, a victim either to chagrin or fatigue. We believe he lives still to avenge the injuries of his House, and of Europe, upon the enemies of all mankind.
Attempt upon the Emperor Alexander.
We yesterday announced that Lord Harrowby had been way-laid on his journey to Berlin. We have now to state a still more daring outrage, which remained to be attempted, to shew the world the true black character of the unprincipled Corsican. It was conceived to be of importance to prevent or defeat that union of views and operations which might be expected to result from the personal conference between the two young monarchs of Russia and Prussia, and a plan was in consequence formed by the French, to get the person of the Emperor of Russia into their possession. The following particulars respecting this transaction are given in a letter from Hamburg, of the 26th ult.
"A most daring outrage against the laws of nations and the customs of civilized Europe, was lately attempted, but most providentially frustrated. In this hellish plot, the Elector of Bavaria, whose hypocrisy towards the Emperor of Germany would alone have been sufficient to hand down his name with infamy to posterity was to have been a principal agent. A free passage for a body of thirty Bavarian soldiers through the territory of Gotha was asked, and granted; but only a few hours before they were to have arrived, the Duke received certain information that they were French regicides in disguise, and that their errand was to seize the person of the Emperor of Russia. Not a moment was lost by the Prince to defeat the object of these desparadoes; the permission for their passage through his territories was instantly revoked, and orders given to prevent from that moment with the greatest vigilance, every attempt that might be made to evade the mandate. The facts which I have stated, I received from such high and indisputable authority, that I can vouch for their authenticity. It is to be hoped, that the detection of this and similar atrocious violations of the received usage of nations will induce a proper circumspection in every quarter. A more than common vigilance is necessary against
an enemy who can have recourse to such diabolical machinations.
The intelligence from the Russian army via Hamburg is the latest. It appears, that Prince Pangration performed a most gallant exploit on the 18th ult. when, being surrounded by Prince Murat's army of 30,000 men, he heroically cut his way through with his small division of 5,000 men, and Marshal Soult is stated to have been killed. The Russian head quarters were on the 22d at Wischau, between Ulm and Brunn, waiting for reinforcements. They shortly intended to advance, when a decisive action was expected. It also appears, that Baracay D'Hilliers, who had advanced to Pilsen, was soon forced to retreat by the Archduke Ferdinand, who has driven him out of Bohemia, and pushed his advanced posts into the Upper Palatinate. Count Hawgwitz is said to have arrived at his place of destination. That his Prussian Majesty received a letter of great importance from the Emperor of Russia, and that the march of the former sovereign, with the garrison of Berlin, for the army, was expected to take place immediately.
Later Foreign News.
By another arrival at New York—London dates to December 18.
The battles of Wischau.
LONDON, Dec. 18.
In our paper of yesterday we announced the arrival of despatches from Sir Arthur Paget, the British Ambassador to the Emperor of Germany, containing accounts of a general engagement between the French and the allied army; and also accounts from other quarters relating to the same affair. In the afternoon the following official notice was circulated.
BULLETIN.
"Government received last night accounts, dated at Olmutz, the 3d, by which it appears that a general battle took place on the 2d between the French and Austro Russian armies at Wischau. The centre of the latter seems to have met with great resistance, and to have been repulsed, but the left wing of the enemy were defeated with considerable loss by the right wing of the allies under the command of the Prince Lichtenstein and Pangration. The Emperor Alexander commanded his troops in person and displayed the utmost bravery."
"The conflict seems to have been of the most obstinate kind, and to have been sustained by the Allies in the most exemplary manner. The loss of the French was immense. The messenger who brought this intelligence, left Olmutz twenty four hours after the battle, and relates that, at that time the losses of the enemy were reported to be much more considerable than those of the allies, who still maintain their position at Wischau."
"Accounts have been this day received at the Admiralty which left Hamburg two days later than the Messenger who arrived from Sir Arthur Paget. These accounts state, that several skirmishes took place between the Allied Armies and the French from the 29th of November to the 2d inst. when they came to a general action, in which the French lost 27,000 men and all the artillery. That the French retreated—that Bonaparte was wounded—that he had proposed an armistice, which was rejected."
"That the Russians, to the amount of 140,000 men, were in motion. That the king of Prussia had himself taken the command of one army and the Duke of Brunswick another."
"The accounts that have been made public, though deficient in detail, confirm this important fact, that the allies remained masters of the field of battle. The centre of the allied army was defeated, but so was the left wing of the enemy. Even a drawn battle may, under the present circumstances of the contending armies, be considered as a victory obtained by the allies; for a few such battles would entirely ruin the French Army."
"The Emperor Alexander was missing for about six hours during the action, and no little apprehension was entertained for his safety. He was at length found fighting among that part of the troops which in the end was worsted by the French centre. It was with much difficulty
he was persuaded to retire to quarters where he would be exposed to less personal danger."
"The accounts received at the admiralty were transmitted by Admiral Halloway who stated that a Lieutenant of the Adamant was on shore at Cuxhaven on Saturday, last where accounts had been received from Hamburg two days later than the time Mr. Kay, the Messenger, passed through that city stating that the battle had been entirely in favour of the Allies, that Bonaparte had been severely wounded in the right arm, and it was thought would be obliged to suffer amputation. The Commander of the Piercer gun vessel, arrived from the Ems, gives an account of what he heard similar to the above. All accounts, however, agree that the battle was fought on both sides with the greatest obstinacy, and chiefly with the bayonet. The Russians expended little ammunition. The carnage was immense."
"The number of our allies is stated at 70,000; though the accounts of the numbers, in letters, from various parts of Moravia, before the battle, say they were 90,000. The number of Bonaparte's army is stated at 82,000; and some reports say that nearly 27,000 fell on both sides, while others make that of the allies only 15,000."
"It is probable that this battle would soon be followed by another, and it may fairly be inferred from the French attempting nothing for two days, that they had suffered very severely, and were not in a condition to risk a fresh attack. That there would be another dreadful engagement before Bonaparte was subdued is manifest. We may be allowed, however, to indulge the most sanguine hopes of success. The Prussians may now be expected to be soon at the field of action. When Mr. Kay passed through Berlin, news of this battle had been received there. A Council of the State had been held, and the Prussian army, 140,000 strong, had actually begun its march into Bohemia."
Prussia joined the Confederation.
LONDON, Dec. 16.
A neutral arrived from Embden, in the river Tyne, on Thursday night, is said to have brought the important intelligence, that a Prussian army, consisting of 50,000 men, commanded by the King in person, had entered Bavaria, and that several detachments of the French had been intercepted and taken prisoners.
By the Mails.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10.
A serious affair has lately happened at Detroit. A soldier deserted from the British lines and took refuge in Detroit. He was pursued into the American territory by two British officers, with a file of men, was protected by the magistrates, who can only surrender in cases of murder and forgery. The British thereon endeavored by force to carry him back, when an affray took place between them and the inhabitants, in which one of the British officers, a Mr. Muir, was shot through the leg, after which they retreated, leaving the deserter at Detroit. The British officers were each bound to appear and take their trial at the Detroit May Court, under a given security of 1000 dollars each.
BOSTON FEB. 19.
FIRE! Yesterday afternoon, a destructive fire broke out in the Rope Walk, owned by Mr. J. Howe at the bottom of the Common, in this town; which in a short time, was consumed, together with four other Walks adjacent, one owned by Mr. Samuel Emmons, one by Capt. Penuel B. Rogers, and two by Mr. Isaac P. Davis; together with a large quantity of cordage, hemp, tar, &c. Mr. Howe was about finishing some tarring, when the copper being ever-heated the tar took fire, and instantly communicated the flames in every direction. The contents of the Walks were partly saved, as well as part of the hemp in Mr. Rogers' fire-proof store—the contents of Mr. Davis' fire proof store, we learn was consumed. The wind was providentially at S. W. which blew the flames over the common, and confined its ravages to these valuable manufactories. The public as well as private loss, cannot as yet
be ascertained—It must be very great. Upwards of an hundred industrious men, several of them having families, are thus thrown out of employ.
The Gazette.
MONDAY, February 24, 1806.
NEWS.
The foreign intelligence given in this days Gazette, is highly interesting and important.—The Russian and Austrian armies having formed a junction, the Emperor Alexander commanding in person, the combined forces, was met by Bonaparte, at the head of the French Grand Army on the 2d of December, between Brunn and Olmutz, in Moravia.
At the commencement of the engagement, the centre of the Russians was thrown into confusion, their artillery taken, and were very near suffering a total defeat, but while this part was acting in one part of the line, a very different fate attended the left wing of the French, which was at last compelled to give way. Night put a stop to the combat. On the following day, the battle was renewed. The Russians by crawling upon their hands, retook the cannon they had lost the day before; the two armies contended with various success through the day, and night again put a stop to the engagement, without either side being able to obtain the victory.
On the 4th the action was renewed and continued through the day. On the 5th Bonaparte retreated back of the Schwartz.
The Russians fought mostly with the bayonet, & neither gave nor received any quarter.
Alexander and Bonaparte surrounded by their guards, were personally opposed to each other. It is said Bonaparte received a wound in the arm during the engagement, and would have been taken prisoner, but for the desperate efforts of his guards, most of whom were killed in protecting his person.
In the action which took place between the Russians and French, on the 3d, and 4th of Dec, upwards of 50,000 men were either killed or wounded. The Emperor Alexander exhibited the utmost courage and intrepidity; it is stated he had two horses killed under him, and was missing for six hours.
PRUSSIA.
A letter dated Bremen, Dec. 5th, received at Baltimore, says, the King of Prussia, incredible as it may now appear, has certainly joined the coalition.
The Baltimore news received by the way of Lisbon, stating that 40,000 Russians had laid down their arms to Bonaparte, and that 20,000 more had been cut to pieces in endeavoring to effect a retreat, is not entitled to any credit.
CONGRESS.
To offer resolutions respecting the trade between this country and Great Britain, seems to be the order of the day. Clay and Crowninshield have come forward in this business with their resolutions, but nothing as yet has been acted upon.
The Washington Federalist mentions a secret bill has passed the Senate for purchasing the Floridas.
The Legislature of this State, have for several days been principally occupied with subjects of a local nature.
Report says that Aaron Burr is appointed Envoy Extraordinary to England. If Mr. Burr should be unable to negotiate with Mr. Pitt, he will perhaps fight him.
The supporters of the principles of the immortal Washington, & those who wish to see our excellent republican institutions preserved from the machinations of democratic revolutionists and ambitious demagogues, are again called upon to use all fair and honourable means to promote the re-election of our present worthy and patriotic Governor Strong, whose long and faithful services has endeared him to every friend of the country.
Fires. —About 8 o'clock, on Thursday Evening last, an alarm of fire was given in this town; it proved to be in a shop in Union-Street occupied by Mr. Lindsey, Cabinet maker; but by the prompt exertions of the citizens it was extinguished before any material damage was done. It is hoped this warning will make people more cautious in taking care of fire—it is supposed this instance of the fire was communicated from the stove to the shaving which were left in an unsafe manner.
On the 10th inst, the new School House at the north part of Wiscasset was destroyed by fire; together with most of the scholars books, &c.

The store of Brainerd & Field, Druggists New-York was destroyed by fire last week, occasioned by the breaking of a bottle of aqua-fortis. Los. 30,000 dls.
Messrs. Adams & Jenks. Believing as I do, that an honest and impartial investigation of characters, which are "public property on high," as candidates for public suffrage, is the most salutary object to which a newspaper can be devoted. I must ask the liberty of replying through the medium of your paper, to a piece signed "A Voter," addressed to the "Electors of the County of Oxford," in the last Gazette. The first thing noticeable in the assertion of the "Voter" is, that in the last election of Register of Deeds for Oxford County, Joseph Rust of Norway, and Eleazer Hamlin of Waterford, were "about equal on the list of votes." This is palpably untrue. The writer pledges himself, that there is but very trifling, (if any) numerical error in the following statement, viz. For Eleazer Hamlin, 175; For Isaac Sturtevant Esq. 55; for Joseph Rust 74. There is not a modern theory of "Equality," indeed more ridiculous than the foregoing.
It is not denied that Messrs. Hamlin and Rust, were the "two most successful candidates," but the comparison of their "success" is here exhibited. Here I should have been disposed to finish. But the "Voter" having likewise compared the respective pretensions of the two candidates will require some answer. Is it really true, gentlemen, that the electors of Oxford County, "know not Rust to be eminently qualified for the office?"—Give him, we will, his due. He writes a good hand. And are we to look no further for qualifications, than this? If not, indeed the days of Spartan purity are no more! Where is the integrity, stability and faithfulness? the industry and prudence—indeed the whole circle of moral virtues, so necessary, Mr. "Voter," to entitle your candidate to the confidence, and guardianship of the land titles of our worthy Husbandmen? Alas! sir, the imprudence of some men is not sufficiently displayed, in their suffering their characters to be exposed to public examination!—But I forbear the unpleasant description. And, Gentlemen, can no better reason be offered, in objection to Mr. Hamlin, than that his "family have already been handsomely noticed, in appointment to office, in the new County?" The insinuation I shall only notice, as evincing the paltry holds, at which Mr. "Voter," is doomed to cling in supporting the claims of capt. Rust.—Satisfied however, that no man, who possessed a single talent, not "hid in a napkin," can be duped by sophistry like this, I shall only offer in closing, to meet any fair, honest objection, which can be made to Mr. Hamlin's election.
PHILALETHES. Oxford, County, Feb. 20, 1806.
The Governor of Surinam, and its dependencies issued a Proclamation dated Dec. 27. 1805, granting to American Bottoms far the further term of four months, liberty to import into said colony the following articles viz. Pickled and dry Salt Fish, Butter, Train Oil, Tobacco, Pitch, Tar, Turpentine, Staves, Heading Boards, Timber, Shingles, and Lumber of any sort, Mules, Cattle, Sheep, Hogs, Poultry, and live flock of any sort, Bread, Biscuit, Flour, Pease Beans, Potatoes, Wheat, Rice, Oats, Barly and Grain of any sort.
IN THIS TOWN, Mr. Thomas B. Hammond to Miss Thankful Haynes, in North Yarmouth, Mr. John M. Lincoln to Miss Charlotte Leighton. In Biddeford, Capt. James Carlisle to Mrs. Mary Townsend. At Scarborough, by the Rev. Th. Lancaster, Mr. Ephraim Brant, to Miss Sally Edgecomb. In Topsham, Capt. Abraham Butterfield, of Charlestown, to Mrs. Jane Peterson. In Boston, Mr. Otis Everett, to Miss Elizabeth Hurd. In Virginia, Mr. Nath. Lee, aged 87, (after being three times married, and having 11 children, 49 grand children) to the lovely Miss Elizabeth Tucker, aged 19.
DIED In this town Mr. Thomas Shead aged 60—Widow Huld Riggs, aged 46. In Waterford, Mrs. Abigail Kimball, aged 26 wife of Mr. Jonathan K. In North Yarmouth, the 17th inst. William Coffin Parsons, aged 4 years, only son of Dr. Wm. P.
Dark are the ways of God, but just; He speaks, and mortals fain to dust; If prayers or tears could William save, He ne'er had found an early grave. At Lisbon, Mr. Thomas Tibbetts, aged 56—Miss Martha Smallin, aged 18—A child of Mr. Snow, aged 2 years. In Saco, Mr. Nathaniel Fernald, aged 34. In Wiscasset, Mr. Robert Fox, aged 85. In Newburyport, Dr. John Newman, aged 86.
Wanted, AN active and capable YOUNG MAN, who writes a fair hand and is correct in figures, to attend in a store on the wharf—Apply to the Printer. Feb. 17
Found, O Thursday last, in this town, a Bundle containing sundry articles—The owner may have it again, by paying charges—apply to Wm. COTTON, at Z. Morsan's Rope-walk. Feb. 17
Fresh Rice. Joseph M'Lellan & Son, Have for Sale, No. 16, Union Wharf, 50 Casks Fresh Rice. Feb. 27.
For Sale, At No. 2, Union Wharf. 200 Boxes Mould and Dipt Candles. Portland, Feb. 24.
Codfish Oil, FOR Sale by JAMES M. INGRAHAM, On Ingraham's Wharf. Feb. 24.
Joseph Cross, jun. Has for Sale, 1000 peices Nankenees (entitled to debenture.) Also, 40 bbls. Cider, of an excellent quality. Feb. 24.
Butter. For Sale, by Grovernor & Abbey At Newgloucester, 2000 wt. of Butter, in kegs, suitable for shipping—For terms inquire of ISAAC ADAMS. Feb. 17.
COFFEE. QUINCY & DIX, Nos. 3 & 4, Jones's Row, have for sale, best green Coffee, by wholesale and retail. Feb. 17.
Day & Isley, Have for Sale, At their Store in Ferry-Street, 60 Bags Blown SALT, of a superior quality.
Wanted to purchase a few hundred bushels White BEANS, for which cash will be given—Inquire as above. Feb. 17.
Charles & John Fox, Nos. 4 & 5, South side Long-Wharf, HAVE JUST RECEIVED, 100 Bbls. Tar, 20 do. Pitch, 20 do. Turpentine, 10 do. Rosin, 20 do. Superfine Flour, 6 chests Mylon-skin Tea, do. Souchong do. 70 bbls Pitch Boxes 10 by 5 Cr. Window Glass Boxes Candles, Nails of all kinds, Bar and Sheet Lead. Together with a general assortment of Ship Chandlery and Cordage. All which they are determined to dispose of on the most liberal terms. Feb. 10.
No. 3, Long-Wharf. 150 Bbls. fine and superfine Flour, 100 do. Tar, 150 boxes mould Candles, 100 Bbls. Mels No. 1, 2 & 3 Beef, 100 half bbls. No. 1 Pork, 20 bbls. No. 1 Pork, 100 Bbls. Liverpool and Cadiz Salt, 10 Bbls. Bacon Legs, 100 Kegs Butter and Lard, 50 cask Sugar Hhd. Nails, entitled to debenture. 50 boxes Spermaceti Candles, 10 chests Souchong Tea, of superior quality. Qr. casks old Sherry and Malaga Wine, 40 bbls. Ship Bread, Salt Petre—Gin Casks, &c. FOR SALE, By Joshua Richardson, Just Received, and now landing, A Quantity of Fresh superfine FLOUR, from Philadelphia and for sale at No. 13, Union Wharf, By John Taber & Son. Portland, 2d Mo. 10, 1806.
Joseph M'Lellan & Son, Have for Sale, At No. 16, Union Wharf, 500 bbls. Philadelphia superfine FLOUR, 200 do. superfine and fine Richmond do. 1000 bushels CORN, 15 hhd. James' River TOBACCO, 300 hhd. Liverpool SALT on float, A quantity of SEA COAL, 10 by 12, 8 by 10, Crown Window Glass, 7 by 9, Casks Malaga WINE. Cash given for Pot and Pearl Ashes Feb. 10.
American Captives in TRIPOLI; Or Dr. Coudery's Journal in Miniature; kept during his late Captivity in Tripoli—for sale at T. CLARK's Book-store, Fifth-street. Feb. 17
Fourth Volume of the Life of Washington, Is received, and will be delivered to subscribers on application to the Bookstore of Isaac Adams, No. 6, Jones's Row. There will be a Fifth volume and an Atlas. The subscribers will pay three dollars on receiving the fourth volume—the remainder are to be furnished free of expense. Feb. 17.
For Sale, A Lot of LAND, situated in the upper part of that town, Seventy by one hundred feet with a new convenient two story dwelling House thereon.—For terms apply to J. BRYANT, Jun. Portland, Feb. 24.
For Sale, A Valuable Lot of Land, in the center of the town, measuring fifty-nine feet on Free-street, and one hundred and twenty-two feet on the short street leading into Main street. Also, A Lot of Land on Elm-street, sixty eight by one hundred feet, with a new, convenient two story Dwelling House thereon—For terms apply to the subscriber, Isaac Parker. Portland, Feb. 17.
Enoch Moulton, No. 8, Jones-Row, Fifth-Street, Portland, Has just received, an additional assortment of Elegant Plated Ware Jewellery and fancy articles, Among which are—Elegant Tea-Pots, Sugar, Salons and Cream Ewers to match; plated Candlesticks very low priced; plated Patent Spring Shoe-Buckles, newest patterns; elegant Gold Ear Hoops and Knobs, Finger Rings, &c.; pearl gold and topaz Brooches, and common do. of every description; gold Watch Keys and Chains; Ornamented Hair-Combs, &c. N. B.—All kinds of Goldsmith's Work, as usual. Feb. 24.
Thomas Clark, Has just received for sale an additional assortment of Books and Stationery—viz. Blackstone's, Bosquet's, Douglas', Durdord & Estlin's, Estlin's, Esdaile's, Esdaile's (Lord Robert) ditto (Sir Thomas) Vesey's, Willes' and Wilton's Reports. Bacon's Abridgment; Comyns' Digest, Gilbert's Law of Evidence, Craydon's Digest; M'Mally's Evidence, Peake's Evidence; ditto Nisi Prius, Chitty on Bills; Kid on ditto, Wentworth's Pleadings. Also, The Principles of Religion, as professed by the Society of Christians usually called Quakers—By H. Tuke. A short account of the Life and Writings of Robert Barclay. Universal History, ancient & modern, from the earliest records of time to the general peace of 1801, in 25 volumes, illustrated with elegant engravings—By Wm. Mavor, L. L. D. Mavor's collection of Voyages and Travels, from the time of Columbus to the present period, 30 volumes. British Poets, 25 volumes; in elegant gilt binding and in boards—containing the works of Addison, Akenside, Armstrong and Green, Burns, Gray, Johnson and Collins, Milton, Pope, Thompson, Watts, and Young, with Likenesses and Lives of the Authors. Ramsay's American Revolution. Bonaparte and the French People. Life of Bonaparte; Carver's Travels. Harris's Minor Encyclopedia. Guthrie's Geography, 2v. with or without Atlas; Morse's do. do. do. Cary's General Atlas, containing 42 maps. A new and elegant General Atlas, comprising all the new discoveries to the present time; containing sixty three maps, drawn by Arrowsmith and Lewis—published by Thomas & Andrews, October 11, 1805. Morse's Geography abridged, Murray's English Grammar. Alexander's do. Exercises adapted to Murray's E. Grammar. Key to Exercises. Murray's English Reader; Sequel to do. A general assortment of SCHOOL BOOKS. Village Harmony, 6th edition. Delights of Harmony, being a new collection of Psalm tunes, hymns and anthems. Bridgewater Collection. Art of Singing, in 3 parts—by A. Law. Columbian Harmony. A variety of Song Books, viz.—Nightingale, Songsters Museum, Warbler, Union Songs, &c. Also, The Young Carpenter's Assistant, or a system of Architecture adapted to the style of building in the United States—by Owen Biddle, teacher of architecture, drawing, &c. Paine's House Carpenter, Sixth London and first American edition. The Convenient and Ornamental Architecture, consisting of original designs for plans, elevations and sections; beginning with farm house, and regularly ascending to the most grand and magnificent villa. The Builders Jewel, and Youths Instructor, by B. & A. Langley—Likewise, The Builder's Guide, or Young Carpenter's Assistant—The whole of the above are illustrated with Copperplate Engravings, with references and explanations. Has just published, on fine wove medium paper, neatly bound and lettered, 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. Also for Sale, by the dozen or single, A quantity of Hopkins' celebrated RAZOR STRIPS—a razor being dropped on which, it is said "will give the cheek, comfort to the upper lip, a pleasant familiarity to the chin, and an agreeable surprise to the bearded physiognomy." Likewise, TICKETS and Quarters in the seventh class Amoskeag Canal (which draws next month) and fifth class Piscataqua Bridge Lotteries. Wanted—a large quantity of Rags, for which 5 Doll. per cwt. will be given—payment out of store, at each price. Just received, a fresh supply of Dr. Norton's new invented Bitters, for the Jaundice and Bilious Complaints—Prepared in New-York. Feb. 24. WANTED to ship 100 tons of Plaster, for which generous freight will be given—apply at No. 5, Long-Wharf. Feb. 17.
Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, CLASS FIFTH.
THE Managers of Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, holding that the SCHEME of the fourth CLASS having met with universal approbation, they have been induced to issue the same Scheme for
 THE FIFTH CLASS.  1 of 8000 Dollars, is 8000  4 - 1000 do. - 4000  4 - 500 do. - 2000  100 - 100 do. - 10000  100 - 50 do. - 5000  100 - 20 do. - 2000  1 - 100 } 1st drawn 100  1 - } 2nd drawn 100  1 - } 3rd drawn 100  1 - } 4th drawn 100  1 - } 5th drawn 100  1 - } 6th drawn 100  1 - } 7th drawn 100  1 - } 8th drawn 100  1 - } 9th drawn 100  1 - } 10th drawn 100  1 - } 11th drawn 100  1 - } 12th drawn 100  1 - } 13th drawn 100  1 - } 14th drawn 100  1 - } 15th drawn 100  1 - } 16th drawn 100  1 - } 17th drawn 100  1 - } 18th drawn 100  1 - } 19th drawn 100  1 - } 20th drawn 100  1 - } 21st drawn 100  1 - } 22nd drawn 100  1 - } 23rd drawn 100  1 - } 24th drawn 100  1 - } 25th drawn 100  1 - } 26th drawn 100  1 - } 27th drawn 100  1 - } 28th drawn 100  1 - } 29th drawn 100  1 - } 30th drawn 100  1 - } 31st drawn 100  1 - } 32nd drawn 100  1 - } 33rd drawn 100  1 - } 34th drawn 100  1 - } 35th drawn 100  1 - } 36th drawn 100  1 - } 37th drawn 100  1 - } 38th drawn 100  1 - } 39th drawn 100  1 - } 40th drawn 100  1 - } 41st drawn 100  1 - } 42nd drawn 100  1 - } 43rd drawn 100  1 - } 44th drawn 100  1 - } 45th drawn 100  1 - } 46th drawn 100  1 - } 47th drawn 100  1 - } 48th drawn 100  1 - } 49th drawn 100  1 - } 50th drawn 100  1 - } 51st drawn 100  1 - } 52nd drawn 100  1 - } 53rd drawn 100  1 - } 54th drawn 100  1 - } 55th drawn 100  1 - } 56th drawn 100  1 - } 57th drawn 100  1 - } 58th drawn 100  1 - } 59th drawn 100  1 - } 60th drawn 100  1 - } 61st drawn 100  1 - } 62nd drawn 100  1 - } 63rd drawn 100  1 - } 64th drawn 100  1 - } 65th drawn 100  1 - } 66th drawn 100  1 - } 67th drawn 100  1 - } 68th drawn 100  1 - } 69th drawn 100  1 - } 70th drawn 100  1 - } 71st drawn 100  1 - } 72nd drawn 100  1 - } 73rd drawn 100  1 - } 74th drawn 100  1 - } 75th drawn 100  1 - } 76th drawn 100  1 - } 77th drawn 100  1 - } 78th drawn 100  1 - } 79th drawn 100  1 - } 80th drawn 100  1 - } 81st drawn 100  1 - } 82nd drawn 100  1 - } 83rd drawn 100  1 - } 84th drawn 100  1 - } 85th drawn 100  1 - } 86th drawn 100  1 - } 87th drawn 100  1 - } 88th drawn 100  1 - } 89th drawn 100  1 - } 90th drawn 100  1 - } 91st drawn 100  1 - } 92nd drawn 100  1 - } 93rd drawn 100  1 - } 94th drawn 100  1 - } 95th drawn 100  1 - } 96th drawn 100  1 - } 97th drawn 100  1 - } 98th drawn 100  1 - } 99th drawn 100  1 - } 100th drawn 100 
12000 TICKETS at 6 dollars is 60,000 dollars. subject to a deduction of 12 1/2 per cent.
Capital Prizes determinable on the following days:
 First drawn number against a blank on the 1000  4th day 1000  10th day 1000  15th day 1000  20th day 1000  24th day 1000 
500 TICKETS shall be considered as one complete day's work, and the fortunate blanks shall be determined at that rate of drawing whether a greater or less number comes out of the wheels in one day. All Prizes to be paid at the expiration of thirty days (excepting the highest) which will be paid within sixty days after the drawing is completed—the drawing to be finished within twenty-six working days. Prizes not claimed within one year will be considered as generously given to the bridge, and will not be paid after that time.
An early day will be appointed for drawing in Boston. The Managers flatter themselves that the punctuality observed in the former classes, will insure a ready sale of tickets in this class.
Tickets will rise to Five dollars and fifty cents, twenty days previous to drawing, to five dollars on the fourth day of drawing.
Nearly half the tickets are already engaged. The vendors of tickets in the remote towns, are requested to give as early notice as possible of the number they intend to keep, or have disposed of, that an early day may be fixed for drawing.
Tickets for sale at the usual places.
Printers who advertised the former Schemes are desired to insert this in their respective paper.
Thomas Thompson, } Managers. Elijah Hall. Feb. 28.
8000 Dollars. Tickets and Quarters, in the Fifth Class of Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, for sale by ISAAC ADAMS, No. 6, Jones's Row—Prize Tickets taken in payment. Feb. 17.
Upholstery and Paper-Hangings. Edward Howe, Respectfully informs his Friends and the Public that he carries on the UPHOLSTERY Business in all its various branches, at the Store owned by Gen Wadsworth, near the Hay-Scals, viz. Stuffing Sofas, Easy, Lolling and parlor Chairs, Making Covering for do. Making Beds, Matresses, Cushions Carpet, &c. Also for Sale—articles in the above line, consisting of Fringes, Laces & Tassels—Sofas, Matresses. An assortment of Paper-Hangings Borders, &c. &c. Likewise—a good assortment of American and English Bedtickin—Live Geese, Russian and Lisbon Feathers. N. B.—Much confidence being necessarily placed in the integrity and workmanship of an Upholsterer, —as a claim to that consideration, I am induced to offer the following Certificate, which was presented to me, by my Master, on the day of my freedom in Boston.
MASSACHUSETTS MECHANIC ASSOCIATION. To all who shall see these Presents, GREETING WHEREAS Mr. Edward Howe, hath presented to us, the Certificate of Mr. John B. Hamel, setting forth, that the said E. Howe hath duly discharged the duties and fulfilled his engagements as a Faithful Apprentice, and that he recommends him as worthy the countenance of this Association:—Therefore, we the President and Vice-President, in behalf of said Association, do grant him this Certificate of our approbation, and do recommend him to the Notice, Encouragement, Protection and Patronage of all Persons, in all Countries, where he may sojourn. In Testimony whereof, we have caused the Seal of our Association to be affixed to these Presents, and signed the same this 12th day of July, 1804, and the sixth year of our Independence. JONA. HUNSEWELL, President. BENJ. RUSSELL, Vice-President. Attest—John B. Hamanatt, Secretary. (L.S.)
If the Gentlemen Farmers of the vicinity will take the trouble to save their SWINGLE TOW, and call as above, they may receive a reasonable compensation for it. Portland, Feb. 18.
FOR BALTIMORE, THE Schr. Francis, WILLIAM MERRILL master, will sail in eight days—For freight or passage apply to the master on board, or to Joseph M'Lellan & Son. Feb. 17.
Notice to Creditors. THE Creditors of E. A. JENKS, late editor of the Gazette, are requested to leave schedule of their respective demands against him at the Office of O. Bray, Esq. in Fifth-street, immediately, as he wishes an entire adjustment of his concerns before he resumes business. Feb. 24, 1806.
CLARK'S Bookstore, AND Fortunate Lottery Office, Fifth-street, Portland. PRIZE TICKETS (purchased in Town or elsewhere) or Bank notes of every denomination taken in payment for whole Tickets and quarters in the Amoskeag Canal and Piscataqua Bridge Lotteries, one of which will be drawn in March next, and the other shortly after. There is undoubtedly an advantage in purchasing Tickets early, as when many Tickets are for sale, there are many Prizes in proportion.
T. CLARK receives the earliest information having made arrangements to have a List of Prizes and Blanks, by the Mail, during the drawing. Those who purchase of him, can know what Tickets they have in the wheels at any time; or, if drawn, what they have drawn. Letters from the country, ordering Tickets (post paid) enclosing the Cash, will be faithfully attended to, and the earliest information given of their fate if required. Portland, Feb. 21.
TO THE PUBLIC. THE subscriber having been informed by a respectable person, that reports highly dishonorable to the character of his house as a tavern, and of course tending to injure him in his business, have been industriously propagated by Ebenezer Nichols, Innholder in Brunswick; he is impelled by a just regard to himself and his interest, to declare such reports false and unfounded; and he respectfully assures the public, that it has been his constant endeavor to keep his house well furnished with every procurable article necessary for the comfort and accommodation of travellers, with a good table, and sufficient attendance. The reputation of his house he will cheerfully submit to any person, who will honor him with their custom. The motives, which have induced the aforesaid Innholder to utter the reports above-mentioned, his own conscience can best determine. David Owen. Brunswick, Feb. 24, 1806.
THE authority, and are discovered which are red as yet.
s in Providence gaol, viz, Richardson, jun. George Arnold Sayles, Arnold Hunt, Smith, Oliver Owen, Na-
new Light or Stages. For the accommodation and convenience of Passengers who wish to travel between BOSTON & PORTLAND, the Upper Road.
FOR the winter season, the Stage will leave Boston and Portland every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, at six o'clock—will meet the same evening at Richardson's tavern in Durham, exchange passengers, and return next day to Boston and Portland. Said stage will run through Andover, Haverhill, Exeter, Durham, Dover, Berwick, Kennebec and Saco, to Portland. The public may rest assured that good horses, easy carriages, and careful drivers will be provided; and every attention paid to passengers—Each passenger may carry 14 lbs. baggage gratis. All persons who put their names down for a passage the day before the stage starts, will be called for at their lodgings, in any part of the town. N. B. The Books are kept at the Portland Coffee-House, by THOMAS PECK, from whence the stage starts—also at Capt. PALMER's, in Boston, Ann Street. No more than nine passengers are to go in the carriage, who can be well accommodated. James Duncann, jr. Nathaniel Ela, Asaph Kendall, Hiram Collins, Moody Chase, Wm. B. Norton, Thomas Runnels, Thomas Peck, Joseph Richardson, Thomas Simonton. February

Poetry.
HYMN.
Sang at the Dedication of the new Meeting-House, in Saco, on the 12th inst.—Composed by a young gentleman of the society.
ETERNAL Spirit! Holy God! Whose pow'r the universe pervades, Whose love sustains the threatening rod; Whose truth gleams through these distant shades.
Auspicious make this awful day, With smiles benign receive our vows; Within these walls, O! hear us pray, While each with holy reverence bows.
Here long had reigned a dreary night, Far from first abode of man; Here roam'd the savage void of light, Untaught thy pow'r and truth to scan,
Revolving earth, by thee impell'd, Not oft has brought the season's round, Since here the wolf his empire held, And sought his victim o'er this ground.
But now behold! a temple rise! And point to heaven its towering spire, Whence grateful voices greet the skies, And sound thy praise with tuneful lyre
Here thankful hearts with sacred awe, And men enligthn'd, happy, free, Approach and own thy righteous law, And dedicate a House to Thee.
O, Spirit Pure! descend and dwell, With in this temple, read to Thee; All discord gloomy clouds dispel, Expand our love and piety.
At each return of "holy time," Here meet and teach us thy commands; That we may meet in scenes sublime, Within thy "house, not made with hands."
EPIGRAM.
Joe Sprightly once courted a beautiful maid, She ask'd "Had he form'd a connexion in trade?" "Not yet," he replied, "but I have one in view, For I hope to become SLEEPING PARTNER with you."
From a late Irish paper.
Cornelius O'Trigger most respectfully has the honor to acquaint gentlemen, that he fights duels in town and country at the shortest notice, and will accommodate any timorous gentlemen in settling points of honor, recovering gambling debts, or satisfaction for insults, on reasonable terms.—Notes pulled, or kicking done by the piece.
N. B. He means shortly to fit up a convenient duelling ground, where will be small swords, light and convenient ground for long or short shots, either in open air, or under cover in rainy weather; where gentlemen may fight in peace and quietness free from all disturbances by majestates and all such impertinent fellows.
Pistols, powder and balls, hot cakes and tea, new milk and brandy, for the accomodation of his friends, and a surgeon always at hand.
Fatal Accident. —Drowned in the Great Pond, in Middleboro, on Saturday, the 9th inst. Nicholas Power and Nathan Bird, who belonged to Stoughton, drivers of the New-Bedford and Boston Mail Stage, and a young lady, a passenger with them, by the name of Polly Spooner, of New-Bedford.
They were returning from Boston, Bird and Power in separate sleighs, and drove on to the pond, when both sleighs and horses broke through the ice. They had with them five passengers; Power, in the forward sleigh, and the persons with him, escaped.—He returned, and fell a victim to his humane exertions in attempting to extricate his unhappy fellowtravellers.—Every commendation is due to Capt. Elias Samson and Mr. Gerthom Foster, for their resolute endeavours, who, with others, were attempting to relieve the unhappy sufferers. Twice Capt. Samson broke in through the ice with the drowning.—They were unable for some time to find the bodies of the persons, drowned, which as soon as they had done, they conveyed to Capt. Samson's house, where every possible means was used by a concourse of afflicted and sympathising people, who were assembled to revive them, but in vain. Among those unfortunate persons, none more excites our regret than Nicholas. This man was a native of Ireland, about 28 years of age, had been in this country several years, and, we believe, had been most of the time in the employment of the owners of the Bedford Stage. His life in this country,
formed a noble exception to the conduct of many modern adventurers. Alas, poor Nicholas! Though thou art buried in a foreign clime, far remote from thy native country and thy friends, thy name shall long be dear to the village, and the path that leads to the little hillock, where thou liest, be worn by feet of numerous visitants, to whom thy virtues & the goodness of thy heart hath endeared thee:
"By foreign hands thy dying eyes were clos'd By foreign hands thy decent limbs compos'd. By foreign hands thy humble grave adorn'd By strangers honor'd and by strangers mourn'd."
DOCTOR THOMAS , has removed to Green Street , into Mr. Motley's Brick House; where he will be attentive to all calls in the line of his profession. His Shop is removed in Fish Street , opposite the Post Office; where none but genuine Medicines are sold; and attends himself as often as possible. Having pursued his profession in Europe, Asia, Africa and America , he offers to Masters of Vessels, and others, Medicines adapted to diseases of these climates, on reasonable terms, with suitable directions. Portland, Feb. 10.
FOR SALE, TWO small BUILDINGS , now standing opposite the Hay Scales , and will make convenient Dwelling-House—must be moved off in all this month.—Inquire of Benjamin Willis, or Thomas Webster. Feb. 10.
Lincoln and Kennebec Marine Insurance Company. THE Stockholders of the Lincoln and Kennebec Marine Insurance Company are hereby notified, that their annual meeting for the choice of nine Directors, and to transact such other business as may come before them, will be holden at the Office of Company in Wiscasset , on the fourth day of March next, at three of te'clock in the afternoon. By order of the President and Directors, JOHN MERRILL, Jr. Secretary. Wiscasset, Feb. 4, 1806.
The Lincoln and Kennebec Marine Insurance Company give notice, that the amount of their stock is Seventy-five Thousand Dollars ; and they continue to make insurance on Vessels, Freight, Money, Goods and Effects, and against Captivity of persons, and on the Life of any person during his absence at sea; and in cases of Money Lent on Bottomry and Respondentia, to any amount not exceeding thirteen thousand five hundred dollars on any one risk. By order of the President and Directors, JOHN MERRILL, Jr. Secretary. Wiscasset, Feb. 4, 1806.
Turnpike Road to Independence! TICKETS at 5 Dollars, Quarters at 1 D. 37 1/2 C. in Seventh Class Amoskeag Canal Lottery , which commences drawing on the 17th day of next month, for sale at THOMAS CLARK'S Bookstore and fortune Lottery Office, Fish-Street —Tickets rise on the first day of next month—highest price 8000 D. one of 2000 D. two of 1000 D.—subject to no deduction; the nominal being the real value of the prizes. Amount of prizes sold by him in the late lottery, was upwards of 12,000 dollars.—Prize tickets taken in payment. Adventurers, please to apply soon, as the "fickle goddess" may leave town shortly. Feb. 10.
THE Commissioners appointed by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. Judge of Probate for the county of Cumberland, to receive and examine the claims of the creditors to the Estate of STEPHEN HINKLEY , late of Standish , in said county, Mariner, deceased, represented insolvent, give notice—that they shall attend that service at the dwelling house of the said Widow Mary Hinkley, in said Standish, on the second Monday in March next, and on the second Mondays of the five following months, from two to six o'clock in the afternoon.
DANIEL HASTY, WILLIAM TOMPKIN, Commissioners. Standish, February 3d, 1806.
Stray Mire.
CAME into my enclosure, the 1st of December, a Black Mare, one white foot, a large ankle, trots all.—The owner may have her again by proving property and paying charges. EBENEZER LIBBY. Scarborough, Feb. 4, 1806.
FRESH GOODS.
Just received, and for sale by William Swan, No. 3, Union-Row, Middle-Street , AN extensive assortment of EUROPEAN & INDIA GOODS. All kinds of Groceries—Paints of all kinds, &c. &c.
Among which are, Excellent French Brandy—Barcelona do. Holland Gin—t. Croix Rum, Souchong Tea per chest, Hylon-Rin do. entitled to debenture on exportation, White Lead—Spruce Yellow, Linseed Oil, &c. &c.
A general assortment of Hollow Ware, &c. All which he is determined to sell on as advantageous terms as can be purchased in town.
NOTICE. —All persons indebted to the late firm of Codman & Swan , are requested to make immediate payment to the subscriber.
WILLIAM SWAN. Portland, Feb. 10, 1806.
Partnership Formed. P. CERMENATI, and G. MONFRINO , respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they have formed a connection in trade, under the firm of
Cermenati & Monfrino; and they hope to merit a continuance of that generous encouragement lately received, At No. 16, Old State-House, Boston. They have now on hand, ready for sale, a large and elegant assortment of LOOKING GLASSES , with the most fashionable gilt and mahogany Frames—Also,
A beautiful collection of English and Italian Views, Landscapes, Historical Pictures, from the best and most approved artists in Europe Barometers and Thermometers for Botanists and Distillers—Spy-Glasses of every description—a variety of Looking-Glass Plates—Gold Leaf—Burnished Gold Size, Leads, & Beads—Composition Profile Frames, wholesale and retail—Maps and Charts from A. Arrowsmith , &c. &c.
The above articles are offered on as good terms as can be purchased in America; but purchasers are invited to call and judge for themselves.
Likewise, Looking-Glass and Picture Frames made in the best manner—Ladies' Needle-Work framed and glazed at the shortest notice and in the newest style—Enamelling and Lettering performed on glass, silver or gold. *** Old Frames new gilt. Country Dealers supplied to their advantage Jan 27
John P. Thurston & Co
Fore-street. HAVE received by the ships Charles, and Frederick, from Liverpool, and offer for sale on liberal terms
 109 Casks Sheathing, Drawing, 20d. 10d. 12d. 8d. 6d. and 4d. long drawn and fine rose Nails,  380 Boxes 6 by 8, 7 by 9, 8 by 10, 10 by 12, 10 by 14, and 10 by 15, Crown Glass,  100 Crates Cream Coloured, and Blue, and Green edged, enamelled and plain Earthen Ware, purposely assorted for country and West-India market-use,  500 Horn Lanthern Lights,  4 Casks containing 1 Ton, Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 9 Patent Shot.  1 do. containing 10 doz. Plates, assorted,  5 do. Dishes do.  4 do. quart and pint Basins  2 do. pint Cans, full size  48 Stone Iron Wire.  1 cask Containing 2 doz. full size Pewter Quarts  4 do Pint London Porringers  10 do. quart and pint Block Tin Tea-Pots  40 Boxes Tin Plates, assorted.  50 Kegs mustard. 
 ON HAND,  100 Bbls. Meats, No. 1, 2, and 3, Beef,  50 half bbls. Pork.  11 Casks Linseed Oil.  50 Boxes Spermaceti Candles  40 do. Mould do.  30 do dipp'd do.  50 chests Hylon, Hylon Skin, and Souchong Teas, of first quality.  100 Bolls Ravens Duck,  20 do. best English Shovels and Spades—No. 1, 2, and 3.  English Steel Beams, all sizes.  500 wt. Iron Block Bulhes.  White and Red Lead, dry, and ground in Oil, Yellow Ochre, do. do.  Spanish Brown in bbls.  Cases Fresh Florence Oil  300 Quintals Codfish.  50 do Pollock for retailing  60 Bbls. Ship Bread.  Fluds and Tierces retailing Molasses  Pipes good flavored Brandy: Spermaceti Oil, in bbls.  Kegs Ginger, Gin Cases 20 boxes Chocolate,  Cassia, Nutmegs, Cloves, and Pepper  Few Cwt. Loaf Sugar, Stone Ware,  Roll Brimstone, Saltpetre.  Cases Long cork Claret, &c. Dec. 2. 
Portland Hotel.
STEPHEN WEBSTER , informs his friends and the public, that he has removed from his situation in Falmouth, and has opened a House of Entertainment in Portland , opposite Long-Wharf; where the greatest attention will be paid to those who favor him with their custom.
Five or six Gentlemen may be accommodated with Boarding at the above house. Feb. 10.
NEW GOODS.
Crofs & Martin.
HAVE just received an additional supply of USEFUL & FANCY GOODS , among which are the following:—
Rose Blankets, superfine Broadcloaths, Devonshire Kerseys, Coatings, Plains, Patent Cords, Baizes, and Flannels, Duffsils, Swandowns, Callimeres, Worsted and Cotton Hosiery, do. do. Gloves, Fancy Vestings, Silk & Cotton Velvets, India Cottons, Russells, Durants, Russells, Hollands, white, colored, and lace Cambrics, British Shirtings Linens, Calicoes, white Quiltings, Ginghams, Checks Crapes, Lustrings, Sattins, Sinchaws, Platillas, Doimets, Norwich Shawls, Counterpanes. Bandannas, &c. &c. which together with those on hand, and more daily expected, will form a complete assortment.
Also W. I. and N. F. Rum, Cogniac & Barcelona Brandy, Gin, Wines, Bohea, Souchong, Hylon, H. Skin, and Young Hylon Teas, Cotton, ad. 6d. 10d. and 20d Nails, Glass, Indigo, Slices, Raisins, Chocolate, Shells, Mould and dipp'd Candles, Powder and Shot.—Likewise, an assortment of Ironware, Salt, country Flour, Butter, Corn, &c. 1500 quint. Ced Fish, 500 ds. Seal do boxes Smoked Herring. Feb 10
FOR SALE, THREE valuable Store LOTS , situated in Maine Street , with a brick wall adjoining the new brick house opposite Gen. Wadsworth's.
Also, Five Lots of Land situated in Falmouth, a few rods from the new bridge.—Inquire of
Stephen Foster, Who has for Sale, at the store occupied by Haley & Emery , on Ingraham's Wharf , 2000 gallons Cherry Rum, on a credit of six months. 400 pair Men's calf skin Shoes. N. B. Those who wish to purchase Cherry Rum to ship for the Southward, can be supplied on reasonable terms, by applying as above. Portland, Feb. 6, 1806.
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, (18) Dec. 2d.
WILLIAM BECKETT—TAILOR. Respectfully informs his friends and the public that he continues the TAILORING BUSINESS , as usual at his shop at the head of Ingraham's wharf , opposite Messrs. Day & Ilsey's store where those who please to favor him with their custom, may depend on having their work executed with neatness and dispatch. He thanks his friends and the public for past favors. And as constant, and personal attendance is still given, he flatters himself with hopes of a continuance. Trimmings of all kinds of a superior quality. Portland, Feb. 3.
Village Harmony.
ISAAC ADAMS , has just received for sale, at No. 6, Jones's Row —a new supply of the Village Harmony , sixth edition—and The Instrumental Assistant. Also— The Northern Harmony ; being a new Singing Book, and well calculated for schools and religious assemblies. A constant supply of Books and Stationery, as usual, which are offered upon a cheap terms at can be procured in this or any other place in the state—Call and see before you purchase (Uw) Jan 20
Lunar Observations.
THE subscriber has received a short, easy, and accurate method of calculating Lunar Observations by Dunn's Linear Tables first introduced into the United States by Mr. Sam Naylor, Boston—by which the true Longitude at sea, may be found in a few minutes of time. This method is soon learned, and not easily forgotten. The whole expense of a Plate, Formula to direct, and instructing their use, ten Dollars.—Taught and sold at Union School .
Navigation, Surveying and Bookkeeping taught as usual— Also, A few Scholars may be accommodated at the Day-School, if application is made soon. WILLIAM MOODY. Portland, Dec. 16, 1805. (if)
FOUND,
IN this town, a silver Watch, which the owner may have by proving property and paying charges—Apply at Maine Bank . Feb. 2.
NOTICE.
MR. TURNER , has removed from No. 1, Jones's Row , to No. 3 . He continues his business of an Accomptant and Transtator.—Books posted with correctness—Accounts arranged and stated; and every branch in his line performed with accuracy. Portland, Feb. 10.
To the Honorable the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court, holden at Portland , within and for the county of Cumberland , on the third Tuesday of October , A. D. 1805.
THE Petition and Complaint of MARY ILSLEY , wife of John Ilsey, late of said Portland , Mariner, humbly shews—That your Petitioner was lawfully married to said John Ilsey, on the ninth day of June, Anno Domini 1796; and that she lived with and conducted herself towards him the said John as a dutiful and faithful wife ought, until the month of March, Anno Domini 1798, when the said John absented himself from this Commonwealth, and entirely abandoned your petitioner, without making any provision for her support or maintenance, and hath ever since, and still absents himself as aforesaid.—That your petitioner has been reduced to great distress, in supporting herself and a child which she had by said John, and has contracted very considerable debts on that account, not being able to tell the property or estate which belongs to her in her own right:—Wherefore your petitioner prays that the may be licenced and empowered to sell and convey all the right or share belonging to her own right, in and to a certain House and Land, situated in said Portland , and bounded northerly by mid dle street, easterly and southerly by land belonging to James Jewett, and westerly by land belonging to James Deering; being the same house and land which belonged to Dr. John Ilsey, late of said Portland , deceased; to enable her to pay said debts, and support herself and child; as it is in no wise probable that her said husband will ever return—and as in duty bound will ever pray.
MARY ILSLEY, By Salmon Chase, her attorney.
At the Supreme Judicial Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, begun and holden at Portland , within and for the County of Cumberland , on the third Tuesday of October , A.D. 1805.
ON the Petition of Mary Ilsey , whereof the foregoing is a copy—ORDERED—That the Petitioner publish an attested copy of her Petition, and this Order thereon, in the Portland Gazette , three weeks successively, the last publication to be thirty days at least before the session of the Supreme Judicial Court to be holden at Portland , within and for the county of Cumberland , on the fourth Tuesday of May next that the said John Ilsey, may then and there appear and shew cause if any he has, why the prayer of said petition should not be granted. Attest— Samuel Freeman, Clerk.
To the Honorable Justices of the Court of Common Pleas, begun and holden at Portland , in and for the County of Cumberland , on the third Tuesday of Nov. A. D. 1805 —
THE Petition of James Murray , of Falmouth , in said county, cordwainer, & Lucy, his wife, Jesse Willard , of Cape Elizabeth , in said county, yeoman, and Mary , his wife, humbly shews, that they are interested as tenants in common, with other person or persons to your petitioners unknown; the said Murray in right of his wife in five sixths of one quarter, and the said Willard , in right of his wife in one sixth of one quarter of a piece of land, situate in said Cape Elizabeth containing thirty acres, it being the same piece of land, which was laid out by the proprietors of Falmouth , on the 14th day of February , A.D. 1737—8, to William White , and by them bounded as follows—viz. beginning at a stake, standing on the bank of the southerly side of Back Creek , it being the northwesterly corner of Joel Weston's ten acre lot, thence south, south west, till it meets with said Weston's sixty acre Lot, thence beginning with the first and last bound, running with the Creek, and John Tyng , and with the said Weston's sixty acre lot; and joining on Samuel Sargent's sixty acres of land, until thirty acres are to be completed. That your petitioners are desirous of holding their respective shares, equal to one quarter part of said thirty acres, in common, between themselves, and severed from the other three quarters. They therefore pray that partition thereof may be made accordingly, and their said quarter part set off and divided from the rest by metes and bounds agreeably to the law in such case provided—and as in duty bound will ever pray. Isaac Parker, Attorney to petitioners.
At a Court of Common Pleas, holden at Portland , within and for the County of Cumberland on the third Tuesday of November , A.D. 1805.
ON the petition of James Murray and others, whereof the foregoing is a copy—THE COURT ORDER: That the petitioner cause the several persons interested in said estate, and living within the State, or the attorneys of such as are absent, and have attorneys residing within the State, to be duly notified of said petition by serving them, personally with a copy thereof, or leaving a copy at their dwelling house, or last place of abode, or by inserting the substance of the same, three weeks successively, in one or more of the public newspapers, that they may have opportunity to make their exception to this Court, which is to be holden at Portland , on the first Tuesday of March next, to their granting the same. Attest— Samuel Freeman, Clerk.
FOUND,
AN old fashioned English Watch, the owner may have it again, proving property and paying charges.—Enquire of Lemuel Tukey. Feb 3.