Portland gazette, and Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1806-06-23 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. 10 of Vol. IX.]
MONDAY, JUNE 23, 1806.
[Whole No. 426.]
POLITICAL.
For the PORTLAND GAZETTE.
THE very extraordinary report of the joint committee of the Legislature appointed to examine the votes for Governor and Lieutenant-Governor, which has consumed almost a whole session, and cost the Commonwealth more than twenty thousand dollars, has been considered as one of those fashionable productions which democrats approve, honest men detest, men of understanding despise. This report, though finally rejected, had passed the Senate, by the votes of "the Republican Phalanx;" for which, says the Chronicle, "they have deserved well of their country." The report is before the public, and it would be baseness and cowardice—it would be approving and countenancing fraud and injustice, to shrink from the investigation of an act, which will indelibly stamp the characters of those concerned, with disgrace and infamy.
An attempt has been made to wrest from the people the rights of suffrage, and to deprive them of their Governor, constitutionally elected. This is a serious charge—For the proof, let us recur to a few prominent features of the report.
The votes from Davistown for Caleb Strong , instead of Strong , were counted among the scattering votes. Were not the gentlemen of this committee under oath to perform their duties, according to the best of their abilities and understanding, agreeably to the rules and regulations of the constitution and laws of the Commonwealth? Were not these votes for Governor Strong ? Could they doubt the certainty of it? They did not—But to count these votes once against his Excellency would not be sufficient. What must be done?—A Caleb Strong , the name of a person not in existence, was voted for as Governor in Davistown —These votes were set against his name—To make this plan operative it was necessary to go further—Twelve votes from Isleborough for Caleb Stoon , alias Strom , were managed in the same way. Mr. Stoon or Strom , is voted for as Governor in Isleborough . There is no person that bears either of these names, but no matter; they must be counted, if for nobody. Now if it were really uncertain whether this word were Stoon or Strom , it would have harmonized well with the rest of the report to have divided them and counted six for Mr. Stoon and six for Mr. Strom , but none for Governor Strong , the person for whom they were intended. But in case of the uncertainty above alluded to, the votes ought to have been rejected for that uncertainty—of this the committee might have been apprehensive from what followed. Four votes from Belfast were returned as "scattering"—no person's name was set against them; whether they were for man, woman or child does not appear; they were scattering. These votes were not entered on the schedule because they were for nobody. Now mark the inversion of these gentlemen. They suppose a person by the name of scattering who was voted for in Belfast as Governor, and set these four votes against his name. Now in case Mr. Stoon , alias Strom 's votes had been rejected for the uncertainty which of those persons was intended, still, as Mr. Scattering had four votes, his Excellency Caleb Strong wants two of a majority, and is not elected.
Have this committee considered how consummately ridiculous this part of their report must appear in the eyes of an impartial public? Is it necessary to observe that, if a vote were carried in town meeting with the single word "scattering" written thereon, it would not be received? If scattering votes were returned to the Secretary's office, it should appear for whom they were scattered; otherwise Mr. Scattering might be chosen Governor by the people; or in case of no choice by them, he might, like James Saltonstall, Esq. have been one of the four candidates out
of whom the Legislature were to choose the Governor. And if he might have been a candidate, he might have been chosen; and then we should have had a Governor Scattering . I have not the honor of an acquaintance with this gentleman, nor have I ever heard what are his political sentiments; tho' from his name I conclude they are democratic. On the whole I am not fond of voting for strangers.—But to proceed—The committee state "that there is among said returns a list from the town of Parsonsfield , in the county of York , on the margin of which is written the words following, to wit; N. B. By reason of the Town Clerk's being sick, this was not sealed in meeting ; but the committee are of opinion that the words aforesaid, are not in the hand writing of either of the selectmen, or town clerk of Parsonsfield , and is no part of said return, but an interpolation thereon, and that the same list ought to remain on said schedule." It was not in the hand-writing of the selectmen or town clerk! How did the committee know this? By inspection? Suppose this the best evidence the nature of the case would admit—or suppose it true—does it alter the case? It is not pretended the return was violated after being sealed. It was sealed with the "interpolation" as the gentlemen term it; the sealing was done by the selectmen and town clerk, or it is incorrect on that ground.—If done by them, the whole return is their act, whether in their hand writing or not. But the committee drew their conclusion, without evidence, and contrary to the fact. David Marston, Esq. the member from Parsonsfield was in the House during the sitting of this committee. He is one of the selectmen of Parsonsfield , and the very person who wrote the words above alluded to in the margin of the return. Did the committee consult him? If they did not, they were criminally negligent, or wished to stifle the truth—If they did, they knew the fact. The latter is presumable; or, when a motion was made in the Senate, that Marston should be enquired of, why was it opposed and decided in the negative? Is there no other evidence admissible to prove an interpolation, an improper insertion, a counterfeit, but the paper interpolated or counterfeited? Is the paper forged the only admissible evidence to prove the forgery? If not, why were the gentlemen apprehensive of the consequences of examining Mr. Marston ? Were they afraid it would prejudice the truth or detect a falsehood? Those gentlemen can, and I trust the public will answer.
Again—This committee consisted of seven members, three from the Senate and four from the House; two were federalists, and five democrats; four of whom were professional gentlemen. That the irregularity of the return of the town of Cambridge should escape the observation of the minority of that committee, is not extraordinary; they are not versed in critical examinations or the arts of twitting and turning, except what they might learn in session with their brethren of the committee. But that three gentlemen of the law, assisted by the acuteness of Dr. Hill , an inhabitant of the town, and who, if he were not advertised of the fact, would be particularly attentive to the return of his own town, should not discover so capital a defect as that alluded to, is among those improbable conjectures that would proceed from the brain of a lunatic. If when these gentlemen say "they have carefully examined all the returns of votes" do they say true, it is as true that they have wilfully and corruptly received votes to prevent the election of Governor Strong , when they had rejected votes for him under similar circumstances. We have at length had a specimen of the honor, patriotism, integrity, and regard for oaths and the constitution, which distinguishes the leaders of the democratic faction of this state, and for which "they deserve well of their country." We have seen the people's flatterers
in power, abusing the people's privileges, wresting from their hands the right of suffrage, and calling their oaths and the constitution behind their backs. The omission of a letter in the name of a candidate, when the person was certain to every common capacity, is a pretext to set aside the man of the people. But throw not all the blame, fellow citizens, on the democratic majority of the committee and the Senate—I think you are sinners above the rest? "I tell you nay." If their own party appear to discountenance this proceeding, be cautious how you believe them—be convinced of their sincerity, before you rely on their penitence—This after confession of guilt is always meritorious; but after detection, the culprit sometimes repents, not because he is guilty, but because he is found out.—Besides, the conduct has been justified and applauded by their party; and that the accomplices in the act "have deserved well of their country," has been echoed from almost every democratic paper in the state; and for what? Because they have assumed the right of suffrage which belonged to the people, and by miserable subterfuge trifled with their rights and privileges.—Because they counted four votes from the town of Belfast which were returned for no person, nor in the name of any person, to prevent the election of Gov. Strong —Because they received from the town of Parsonsfield a return unconstitutional on the face of it, on the frivolous, unfounded and false pretence that the exceptional part was counterfeit, and refused to hear evidence to the contrary—Because they admitted an unconstitutional return from the town of Cambridge , against the election of Caleb Strong , without even naming the irregularity. These are some of the reasons why these gentlemen deserve well of their country. A. B.
For the Portland Gazette.
CAUCUS.—No. 5.
THE writer of the Little Argus , willing to promote discord among the people of Massachusetts, if they could but have for their governor, a man who harmonizes with Jefferson and his administration, concludes his address to the republicans of Portland, with an earnest call upon them to give a general attendance—by which, he says, "your house of representatives, and by their means your whole state government may be REPUBLICAN, and harmonize with the general government." What was the government of Massachusetts before, but a republican? Is it not evident then, that he meant something else by the revolution he was aiming to bring about? Had any people a better government, or was any government better administered? He must, if he has any conscience, answer No. But, did it harmonize with the general government? I answer, the general government of the U. S. is similar to that of Massachusetts; and in this respect harmonizes with it; but the majority of its representatives were federalists. They could not harmonize with democrats in their opinion of the measures of Jefferson . Nor would democrats have harmonized with Washington and Adams , had the same acts been adopted by them. No, they would have clamored most abundantly.—Why approve them now? because the federalists do not. It is an undue prejudice against the federalists, that actuates them—they regard not the state of the country—they are governed by a spirit of opposition—they expel from their minds, truth, reason and sound argument; and when they can no otherwise prevent the effect of facts which are published against Jefferson , they call them federal lies.
The transmission of two millions of dollars to France , under the pretence of re-purchasing the Floridas , but really to comply with the demand of Bonaparte —the tribute to Tunis , upon the threat of her Ambassador, that unless it was granted,
she would declare war against us, and for the payment of which tribute, the Mediterranean fund of a million of dollars a year, was continued, although the occasion for which it was established had ceased—The encouragement to Miranda , to invade the Spanish territory of Caraccas , (although to save appearances, a prosecution was ordered against the owner of the Leander for assisting him) which will undoubtedly, soon bring us into a war with Spain , and of course with France , are recent instances of their mode of deceiving the people.
The purchase of Louisiana , or rather the bargain made for it, [as we have not yet an undoubted title, and a leading member of Congress (not Randolph ) has lately been heard to say, that it was a d—d cheat. This is a fact.] This purchase, I say, will be a curse to us, even if we should hold the territory which has already cost the nation immense sums, to establish a government and support its officers there—and for which the people are or will be taxed fifteen millions of dollars, besides nine hundred thousand dollars a year for the interest. This is an act of the present administration! which is not denied, because it cannot—it is too notorious—and no arguments that are not sophistical, can be used to justify it. A thousand previous instances wherein either oppression, folly, weakness, malice, hypocrisy or wickedness, form some trait in the character of Jefferson , might be mentioned; but they have been frequently published, and need not now be repeated.
Shall we harmonize with such an administration as this? Shall we disturb the peace of our own state, to support a man of such a character, as president of the United States? "Tell it not in Gath."
I have now done with my observations on the Little Argus . If I have been severe in any of my remarks, I plead a zeal for the interest and honor of my country, as a justification. I plead a concern for the evils that still await us—for the impending judgments of God , which I fear will be brought upon us. We profess ourselves to be a people who believe in the religion of CHRIST , and in one self-existent, ever-living and only true God —and yet we have for our chief magistrate, one who considers it a matter of indifference whether we believe in twenty Gods or no God—one who has deemed as "useful labors," the writings of a notorious infidel, who has blasphemed the divine saviour—ridiculed the scriptures which testify of him, and endeavored to bring his religion into contempt.
Have we not reason to tremble for the fate of the nation, who has such a ruler? Let the inconsiderate mock at the observation, if they please, but we have the word of God himself, as revealed to us in many places of scripture, substantially informing us, that if we honor him and perform his will, he will delight to bless us; but if we be disobedient, and act contrary to his will, he will forsake us. SPECTATOR.
P. S. The horrid conduct of the present ruling members of our legislature, who have invaded the rights of the people, violated their constitution of government, slighted the solemn oaths which they had taken, trampled on the laws of God —and the sacred duty which was incumbent on them, is truly alarming.
Where honor and justice ought to be, we find disgrace and fraud. We look to the "department of legislation," to "the grand inquest of the Commonwealth," for righteousness, but behold! iniquity is there.
A democrat, yesterday, speaking of the Senate, said, "if they are not a Council of Five Hundred, they are a Council of Notables." "Yes," Notables, "was the reply. [Continued.]
A Virginia democratic TEXT and COMMENT.
"The people of the United States—May they be as happy as they are free." Richmond post. COMMENT.—"The Slaves in Virginia are 345,796."—Confes, 1800.
Mr. JOHN WAITE'S Celebrated Speech.
Legislature of Massachusetts.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11.
Speech of Mr. Waite, of Falmouth, (Cumberland), on the motion to place the vote returned for Caleb Strong to the credit of Caleb Strong . [Mr. W. is of the democratic party.]
MR. SPEAKER, I rise, not with a view of procrastinating the business of organizing the first Branch in our government or Legislature, neither do I wish to detain this honorable body to hear my long experiences, and protestations of conscious rectitude and integrity—the pureness of my motives in arguing points—neither will I try to work upon your passions, by telling you, that I view myself on the verge of the grave, and that shortly I must leave you, and that you will see my face no more. I will not, Sir, take this method, to give a currency to what I shall at this time address to you.
Having made this short introduction, Sir, I shall proceed. And first, Sir, I humbly conceive that now, to debate about words, that are said to be mispelt, is, (to use the language of St. Paul ) unprofitable, and I think, Sir, in vain, and for the following reason, viz. First, it is not unconstitutional to place the number of votes found in the returns for Gov. given in for Caleb Stoon , against his name (on the Schedule) because in the first instance, in making out the list, the constitution directs, that it should be done. [See the constitution.] And it is my opinion, that we are not to interfere with our own private belief (between the constitution and the name) and by this means me, Sir, or Caleb Strong , and then in open violation (tho' perhaps inadvertently) of the constitution, place the number of votes given in for Caleb Stoon against the name of Caleb Strong , when the name as it is spelt, sounds no more like Strong than it does like weak . They therefore ought to remain on the schedule among the scattering votes. Thus much as it respects the constitution.
Secondly.—There is substantial proof that such a method, or procedure, has heretofore been adhered to, and the gentlemen who like themselves federalists, have, I think, never failed to avail themselves of every name and thing in their power (both in the heavens and in the earth) that would have any effect in aiding and assisting them in carrying their plans and measures into execution; of consequence, they will have no reason to find fault, if the Republicans should, for once, follow their example—(witness the Legislature, directing themselves to appoint Electors , &c. and likewise the general ticket.)
Thirdly.—I shall point out the expediency, and as it appears to me the necessity, of meting unto them the same measure, in this instance, that they themselves have meted. And first, it is a well known fact, that there has been great exertions on the side of republicans this year, with a view of changing the administration, and placing it in the hands of the republicans. We have it now in our power, Sir, (from what, and all, that appears in the report of the joint committee,) to do it, fairly, and constitutionally, that is, to have every branch, or the three branches of the Legislature, republican. As there is no choice of a governor by the people, it now remains with us, Sir, to place in the office of chief magistrate, a republican. Our constituents can do no more (this year) than what they have done; and if we do not do it, when we have power to do it, constitutionally, what plea or excuse can we make, when we are interrogated by them? If we say that we interposed between the constitution and Caleb Stoon , and made our private faith the rule of decision, and therefore took, or consented to have taken, the whole number of votes (on the list of Stoon )

...let against the name of Caleb Strong, Esq. Will this satisfy them? I trow not. Will they not frown at and severely censure our temerity? And will they not have reason to do so? Will they not, fir, set before our eyes the consequences that may and in all probability will ensue; and say, in accents too powerful for tender consciences to bear, that we have, fir, by our temerity, made a nullity of the government (for one year at least!) That we have permitted our political rivals to accomplish (negatively) their will, that is we have indirectly been accessory in placing a federal chief magistrate, in the first branch of the Legislature! And by that means put it completely in the power of our political opponents to triumph over us. And if ever there was a time when they could be excusable in laughing at our folly, and ridiculing us for our timid conduct, this is the time. They can then tantalize us, fir, as Elijah did the prophet of Baal, saying, why dont you do something noble, now you have a republican majority in two branches of the Legislature, and a republican lieutenant-governor and coun. 1, why do you not enact such laws, and pass such resolves, as shall embrace the interests of the whole Commonwealth? Will it be any consolation to us, fir, to tell them, in feeble accents, that their "Governor" will approve of nothing that we do, and we, not being able to obtain two thirds of the members of the two branches in favor of any bill, it cannot pass to be engrossed, and we now find ourselves bound hand and foot. Will they not say that we deserve to be cast into utter darkness?"
NOTE.—I meant political darkness at the time when I delivered this; and further, this was delivered in the house, previous to the knowledge of the return, from the town of Lincolnville, not having the date of the year affixed to said return.
* This word does not "found" exactly like timidity; but we conceive timidity was meant.
SENATE, JUNE 16, 1806. A resolve was introduced, and read, providing that the Legislature shall elect six Directors of the Union and six Directors of the Boston Banks.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18. A favourable report on the Attorney General's Account was received from the House, where it had been accepted.—Mr. Bliss moved to refer it to the next session, to afford time for further information.
THURSDAY, JUNE 19. Mr. Otis rose in his place, and complained of a publication in the Chronicle, of this day, respecting the late Protest of the Minority of the Senate. He observed, that it was improbable the gentlemen injured would be allowed recels to the same medium to refute the statement, or that they would use so polluted a channel, if they were permitted to. He therefore would say, in the hope that it would reach the ear of the author, though he could not believe he was a member of the Senate, that whoever wrote the piece to which he alluded, was a prevaricator, and a slanderer, and unworthy the confidence and notice of gentlemen.
Attorney General. —The motion of Mr. Bliss was again considered, and, after debate, negatived—yeas 17, nays 18.—The subject was then postponed to to-morrow. A further investigation than has been made, the majority appeared to consider proper, and it is expected a committee of the Senate will be appointed on the subject.
House of Representatives. SATURDAY, JUNE 14. The house was principally occupied in granting leave to a person in Holliston to retail rum, &c.—Leave was granted.
[It appeared, this person had applied to the Court of Sessions of Middlesex for a licence, which was refused—and the petitioner, having a father in law in Court (Mr. M c Farland) made his application to the Legislature for the licence, and has succeeded.]
TUESDAY, JUNE 17. The hon. William Eustis, Daniel Kilham, Marshall Spring, Nathan Weston, Benjamin J. Porter, and Wm. Widgery, have signified their acceptance of seats as Counsellors; the two houses assembled in conven-
tion for the purpose of qualifying them to discharge that office. They were qualified accordingly, and withdrew. The two houses then separated.
An order of notice passed to acquaint his excellency the Governor of the qualification of the above Counsellors. Mr. Lincoln has also accepted, and will probably qualify tomorrow.
At half past four, a joint committee was appointed to wait on his excellency the Governor, to inform him the two houses were ready to receive any communications he should be pleased to make. Soon after, Mr. Cleveland, from the committee reported, that his Excellency would meet the two houses in half an hour. At the time appointed, his Excellency, preceded by the Sheriff of Suffolk, and attended by his Council, came into the Representatives chamber (where the Senate had previously assembled) and delivered the following
SPEECH: Gentlemen of the Senate, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives, THE Constitution makes it necessary for the Legislative Body to assemble on the last Wednesday of May, that the two houses may judge of the election of their own Members, appoint their officers, and determine their rules of proceeding, and in case the full number of Senators is not elected by a majority of all the votes returned, to supply the deficiency; and to make choice of a Council to advise in the Executive part of Government. Having performed these several duties, you proceed to make and establish such reasonable Laws as you shall judge expedient for the good and welfare of the Commonwealth; and the necessary support and defence of the Government. But it has been found inconvenient for the Members of the General Court to be long employed in the public service at this season of the year, and therefore they have usually postponed to the winter session such business as did not require their immediate notice. The Secretary will deliver you a communication, which I have received from the Governor of Maryland relative to an amendment of the Federal Constitution; and also a letter from general Eaton, Esq. expressing his acknowledgments to the Legislature of this State for the testimonial which they presented him at the last session, of their approbation of his services. He will also deliver to you a letter from the Superintendent of the State prison, representing, that a sea wall will be necessary to prevent the earth which is taken from the prison yards from being washed away, and proposing some regulations for the security of the prison which cannot be adopted without the sanction of Legislative authority. The Treasurer has transmitted to me a state of the Treasury on the first day of this month, with a request that I would communicate the same to the General Court. Permit me also to recommend to your consideration the contents of a letter addressed to me by Theophilus Parsons, Esq. Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court, relating to the compensation allowed to the Justices of that Court, and particularly to the grants made by the Legislature in part of it, which are not permanent. By a message to the General Court of the 6th June, 1804, they were informed, that I should readily acquiesce in such Resolution for disposing of the Province-House, as they might thing proper to adopt. But I have not heard that any measures were afterwards taken by the two Houses on that subject. The family who had lived in the house for several years, and with whom I resided when town, have left it since the last session, and it remains unoccupied. I have received a letter from Charles Turner, jun. Esq. who was appointed by the Agents of the Commonwealth, and of the Plymouth company, in pursuance of a Resolve of the 27th of last February, to perform the duties which had been assigned to Lathrop Lewis, Esq. by a Resolve of the 15th of February, 1804 stating, that in March last, he attempted to run the Eastern line of the Plymouth Company's land on the river Kennebec, as far as the land of the Commonwealth and that of the Plymouth Company joined each other, and that he met with
such opposition from the people in that vicinity, as induced him to desist, before the business was accomplished.—This letter will also be laid before you.
The Treasurer informs me, that the Directors of several of the incorporated Banks in this State, neglected last year to have the weights used in their respective Banks compared, proved and sealed by the Treasurer, or by a person specially authorized by him, in the manner required by the Additional Act for the due regulation of weights and measures, passed on the 9th of March 1804. If those requisitions are unnecessarily burdensome, you will doubtless amend the act; but if they are useful and important, you will probably take measures for carrying it into full execution.
In a letter directed to me by the Inspector of Beef and Pork, he suggests, that the Inspection Laws of this State are very imperfect; and that some of the additional acts which have been made to regulate the system, have tended rather to perplex and embarrass, than to improve and explain it. This subject, I presume, will receive from you that degree of attention which is due to its importance.
In free States, where the mind is neither subdued by force nor awed by terror, even the appearance of unanimity is not to be expected. But whatever differences of opinion may prevail among our fellow-citizens, we, as agents of the Commonwealth, have one and the same interest to pursue, and are bound by the most solemn obligation to pursue it invariably. Our constituents have a right to expect our warmest zeal, not for the success of a party, but for the public good. You, Gentlemen, I trust will have this object constantly in view, and instead of consulting private interest, or gratifying partiality or resentment, will be ready to agree in all cases where the general welfare of the State is concerned.—Such an example in the Legislature will have the happiest tendency in every part of the Commonwealth to abate the fervor of political dissensions, and prevent or repress those internal feuds, which, if long continued, admit of no reconciliation; and which in other countries have proved fatal to almost every free Government.
CALEB STRONG. June 17, 1806.
THURSDAY, JUNE 19. Judges Salaries. —After some debate the bill for augmenting and regulating permanent the salaries of the Judges of the Supreme Court, was passed to be engrossed. The salaries, as established by this law, are 2500 dollars for the Chief Justice, and 2400 for the Associate Justices. The Hon. Mr. Lincoln was qualified as a Counsellor.
ANSWER Of the Senate to the Speech of His Excellency the Governor.
May it please your Excellency, THE Senate have received the Address, which your Excellency has been pleased to make to both Branches of the Legislature, with that respect and consideration which is due to the First Magistrate of a free people.
Having organized the Government, according to the Constitution, we believe it will not be expected by our Constituents that we should continue longer in session, than may be found necessary to complete such Laws as their immediate welfare shall require.
In a State, like our own, where free discussions of public public measures are cherished by the Constitution, perfect unanimity is not to be expected; but if such discussions have at any time been directed by party real, or selfish motives, we have the satisfaction to believe, that even these have tended to prove the correctness of its principles.
While we agree with your Excellency, that "whatever differences of opinion may prevail among our fellow citizens, we, as Agents of the Commonwealth, have one and the same interest to pursue," we cannot for a moment relinquish the fond hope, that no consideration of party politics will swerve the Legislature of Massachusetts from that path which leads to the perpetuation of our constitution and the confidence of our fellow citizens.
The several subjects mentioned in
your Excellency's communication, shall receive our particular attention, and we shall cheerfully co-operate in affording that dispatch to the business of the session which the public good requires.
ANSWER Of the House of Representatives to the Speech of His Excellency the Governor.
May it please your Excellency, THE House of Representatives have received, with pleasure, the communications of your excellency, and will give them a prompt and deliberate consideration. The present session has been hitherto chiefly devoted to the organization of the Government, and this being accomplished, it seems inexpedient to prolong it unless the pressure of the public service requires. In the exercise of the constitutional power of the two branches of the legislature, respecting the returns and election of a Chief Magistrate, various questions of great importance have arisen, and occasioned much deliberation, in order that such decisions might be made as comport with the true principles of our government and the permanent interests of the people.
Differences of political opinion unavoidably flow from the free exercise of the understanding, and are intimately connected with the nature of Republican Institutions. When confined within the boundary of reason they may be considered as salutary, by awakening a spirit of inquiry, and diffusing a sentiment of toleration. But the interest and tranquility of every government require, on the part of the people, a respectful attention to the constituted authorities, which shall resist the imputation of improper motives of conduct, and on the part of those authorities an elevated ambition for the public good, which shall bury party animosities and private resentments. By a faithful discharge of the duties prescribed by the constitution, by an endeavour to promote harmony in the moment of political dissensions, and by a sincere determination to act for the public welfare, we hope to merit the confidence and to promote the felicity of our fellow citizens.
Blest as we are, with a constitution, formed upon the principles of political wisdom, and with a national administration, whose measures are directed to the honor and prosperity of our country, we cannot fail to enjoy the benefits of liberty, if we are not insensible of our duties, or careless of our privileges. Removed from the contentions and miseries of foreign nations, may we support the dignity of free men by a generous confidence in our rulers, and by an exalted sense of national character.
Foreign News.
NEWBURY-PORT, JUNE 17. By the arrival, last Friday, of the ship Washington, Capt. Webber, 40 days from Copenhagen, we learn verbally, that a few days before he failed, there was a battle fought between the Swedes and Prussians near Hanover; the former are said to be making great preparations; the Elbe and Weser are blockaded, and the English make daily captures of Prussian vessels.
Capt. W. has likewise furnished us with two numbers of the Altena Mercury , of the 24th and 25th of April, (we believe the latest from the continent) from which, by the politeness of a German gentleman, passenger in the Washington, the following articles are translated.
Lubec, April 23. —There has been an attack between a little corps of Swedish cavalry and the advanced Prussian infantry, at Sedorf, near Lubeck and Lauenberg. On both sides some were killed and wounded.
Italy April 12. —By private accounts from Rome, which have gained belief, the Pope (Pius VII.) will resign, and Cardinal Fesch be placed in his stead and take his residence at Avignon; but the Estates of the Pope will be annexed to the kingdom of Italy.
They say likewise that the kingdom of Etruria will be a federative State of France.
Copenhagen, April 24. The Danish Consul in Naples has received a note, from the states Secretary, Pignatelli , stating that it would not be permitted for Danish vessels to go at present between Naples and Sicily, but that there would be no obstacle
to their going to the East coast of Naples, from there to take in their cargoes.
Paris, April, 15. —There are accounts from Bordeaux, that the watch ship on the Garonne, a frigate of 40 guns, was unexpectedly taken in the night of the 18th April, by the sloops of an English frigate; on board of the watch ship were the papers of 50 neutral vessels.—
Their Consuls at Bordeaux have permitted the captains to replace the lost papers as well as possible.
It is stated that the great provisioners of the armies Vanderberg, Ourard, Michal, Brothers, and others, have been obliged to deposit in the publick treasury a sum of 40 millions of franks, and the one shall be responsible for the other, in consequence of their accounts not being in order; otherwise they will be taken into custody by the civil authority.
By an arrival at Newyork.
Though Austria had tamely complied with several recent French commands; there still remained indications of renewed war between her and France. The French armies continued in great force in Germany. It was however, said, the Austrian prisoners had recommenced their progress homeward.
The Russians have blockaded all the French ports in the Adriatic.
Troops are embarking in England—supposed on a foreign expedition; or to reinforce the colonies.
It was said, a war between Spain and Portugal appeared certain.
Bonaparte has informed his tribunal, that imperious necessity had compelled him to increase the direct contributions of his subjects.
LONDON, MAY 3. An order has been issued by the Spanish government for removing all restraint from American vessels trading to the ports of South America.
The Gazette.
MONDAY, June 23, 1806.
FROM EUROPE. Accounts from the north of Europe to April 25, inform that hostilities between the Swedish and Prussian troops have taken place in Hanover.
The Elbe and Weser are blockaded by the British.
Pope Pius VII. is to be deposed, and Fesch, Bonaparte's uncle, to be appointed Pope; to reside at Avignon. The estates of the Church and Kingdom of Etruria are to be united to the French Empire.
IMPORTANT NEWS—IF TRUE. Capt. Bechervaise, who arrived at Boston on Thursday last, in 21 days from St. Pierres, Martinique, informs that a report was current there, that Spain had taken possession of Portugal, and had ceded the province of Biscay to France.
Capt. Ferrell, arrived at Philadelphia, confirms the account of the massacre of the French in Hayti; and adds, that there only remained alive of white Frenchmen, at the Cape, a priest, a physician, and a custom-house officer.
Judges Salaries. —We cordially congratulate the public, that after more than ten years trial to effect it, a law has passed the Legislature to establish the permanent salaries of the Judges of the Supreme Judicial Court.—The salary of the Chief Justice is fixed at 2500 dollars per annum; and the Associate Judges at 2400 dollars per annum. Much credit is due to many gentlemen on the democratic side of the house for their magnanimous support of this law.
Cen. The following disgusting instance of barbarism, was shown by some of the Legislators of this lately enlightened State. The Centinel observes that "The Speaker was reading a very elegant and interesting letter, from Chief Justice PARSONS to His Excellency Gov. STRONG, on the state of the Judiciary; and alluding to the motives which influenced him to accept the office of Chief Justice, and the principles which should guide his administration of it, he quoted the following classical lines, viz.
"Tros Rutulus ve fuat nullo discrimine habeo."
Had this quotation been made from the Chinese or Sanscrit language, it could not have excited greater titillation.—The burst interrupted the reading of the letter; and several members, of whom Messrs. Slocum, Waite, and M c Farland, were foremost, with an apparent sneer, called upon the Speaker

for an explanation of this seemingly to them outlandish dialect. Though the Speaker did not condescend to translate the Latin line, we shall inform the inquirers that its meaning may be found in the following couplet:—
"No prejudice my mind should guide, Were ever Waite, or Slocum tried."
The Legislature of New Hampshire have made choice of the Hon. Nahum Parker, Esq. as Senator in the Congress of the U. S. in lieu of the Hon. Mr. Plummer, whose time expires in March next.
Massachusetts' Legislature.
An order passed both houses, directing the clerks of the senate and house of representatives to engage Adams & Rhoades to do the printing for the general court, for one year from the 1st day of July next—they to lay their accounts for the payment of the same before the committee of accounts. [When this order was in debate before the senate, the Hon. Mr. Derby inquired, if those Chronicle printers were the same who conducted that paper some years since; as a French consul had then informed him that the Chronicle printers had repeatedly applied to him for money, as payment for the part the Chronicle had taken in disseminating French and Jacobin principles.]
HOUSE—FRIDAY, JUNE 20.
The Hon. Mr. Titcomb, Mr. Harris and Mr. Wells, were appointed agents to settle and adjust the accounts of the late treasurer, and transfer the books, property, &c. to the present treasurer, after he shall have given bonds.
The bill establishing the salaries of the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court, passed to be enacted. [The senate have concurred in the enactment of the bill, which only requires the governor's approbation to become a permanent law.]
Messrs. Story, Livermore, Mason, Bangs and Sullivan, were appointed to report at the next session, the alterations which are necessary to be made in the judicial system.
The committee on the petition of Mrs. Mary Avery, relict of the late Secretary, for a grant in her favor, in consideration of the long and approved services, and inadequate compensation of her late husband, reported a resolve in her favor, which passed the house. [By this resolve a grant of 1000 dollars is made to her.]
COMMUNICATION.
Topsbam, June 16.
Last Thursday, at about 20 minutes after 7 o'clock in the morning, an earthquake was distinctly felt in this place. It was preceded by a low, hollow, rumbling sound, which, though considerably differing from the common report, was generally thought to be thunder, till the effect followed. It was a calm foggy morning, and immediately following the shock, a small shower succeeded. Those who had the best opportunity to judge, agree that it came from the southwest, and passed off to the opposite point. The shock was so considerable as to make a rattling among sonorous bodies, in a situation to jostle against each other. Topsbam is nearly in lat. 44° N. and long. 20° W. from Greenwich. It is hoped that people in different parts of the country, where the shock was felt, will favor the public with their observations on its effects and attending circumstances.
A CUSTOMER.
PHILALETHES would merely mention, that the scribbles which have recently appeared in the Argus, over the signature of the "Voter," dated "Fryeburg," are the able productions of Nathanial Howe , now residing at Paris, (Oxford county) a being with whom Philalethes has publicly, once before, declined every species of controversy. Portland, June 19.
MARRIED.
In this town, Rev. Joshua Taylor, to Miss Dorothy Smith, daughter of capt. David S. Mr. Artemas Carter, to Miss Harriet Griffith, daughter of Mr. David G. Capt. John L. Lewis, to Mrs. Mary Bryant.
In Bradford, Rev. John Elliot Palmer, to Miss Betsey Kimball.
In Ipswich, Mr. Francis Pulcifer, of Salem to Miss Martha Hodgkins.
In Newburyport, Mr. Isaac D. Treadwell, to Miss Sally Gullifan.—Mr. Thomas Kettell, bookseller, to Miss Betsey Hoyt.
DIED.
In Falmouth, capt. Isaac Lobdell, aged 50. In Poland, Mr. Enoch Knights, aged 56—a worthy and industrious man. In Salem, Mr. Emmons Smith—Mr. Samuel Symonds, jun. aged 28. In Newburyport, Miss Sally Pisbury, aged 18 years. In Hampton, capt. Caleb Tappan, aged 65. In Georgia, capt. John Spencer, aged 61—an old revolutionary officer.
Ship News.
Port of Portland.
Tuesday, June 17.
Arrived brig Charles, capt. Roach, 27 days from Trinidad. Left there, fcr. Reguías, Cook, just arrived from Wilmington, N. C.; brig Bulia, T. B. Vermlye Montiano, supercargo, from New York, bound to Demerara, put in, in distress, to sail for the Leeward Islands in 10 days; brig Hiram, Briggs, of Providence, from Wilmington, N. C. just arrived and sold her cargo; brig Atlantic, Williams, for New London, to sail in 10 days, cargo Sugar and Molasses; ship Hunter, Gould, from Savannah, bound to Baltimore, to sail in 12 days; brig Neptune, Story, for New York, in 5 days—markets dull—Spoke, May 18, in the Bocafies, ship Alert, Hughes, from Boston, 23 days out, all well; June 10, lat. 36, 35, long. 69, 30, brig Mercury, of Philadelphia, three days out, bound to St. Croix, wind S. W.; same day, spoke a copper-bottomed schr. from Philadelphia, 2 days out; June 15, 10 leagues N. W. by W. of Cape Ann, brig Eliza, Haley, of Boston, one day out, bound to Philadelphia.
Saturday, June 21.
Arrived brig Zoan, capt. Jordan, 30 days from Bonavista.—Left there, ship Eunice, M'Lellan, to sail in 14 days; ship Arab,
Hunt, of Salem; ship Minerva, Vezie, of Portland; schr. Seaflower, Chase; ship Hazen, Watts Boston; ship Henry and Francis. June 11, spoke brig Integrity, Hunt, of New York, in lat 39, long. 64, out 13 days; June 17, in lat 38, long. 70, brig Niberia, Cunningham, from Belfast, bound to Baltimore, out 43 days; June 20, brig Favorite, out 14 days.
Sunday, June 22. Arrived ship Edward Preble, Porter, 44 days from Isle of May. Same day—brig Hope, Gordon, 16 days from St. Croix.
FOR SALE,
THE Hull of a Brig of about 200 tons, now on the stocks at Biddeford, and will be ready to launch on or before the 1st of July next, of the following dimensions:—Length of the keel, 63 feet—24 feet beam—4 feet 10 inches between decks; 9 feet hold; built of the best materials, by approved workmen.—For terms, apply to Edmund Perkins , in Biddeford. June 23.
Books and Stationary.
THOMAS CLARK , at the new fireproof brick store, Fifth-street, has just received (in addition to his former assortment) and for sale on reasonable terms, Blackstone's Commentaries, Do. (Henry) Reports, Bofanquetand Fuller's Reports, Comyn's Digest, Raydan's ditto, Durnford and East's Reports, East's Reports, Espinasse's Reports, at Nisi prius, Gilbert's law of evidence, Mac Nelly's evidence, Peake's Nisi prius, Do. Evidence, Laws of Massachusetts Clerk's Magazine, Town Officer and Probate Directory, Bell's Surgery, Do. do. abridged, Cullen's Practice, edition of "1806," Chesheld's Anatomy, edition of 1806, Bachan's Domestic Beilly's Lectures; Blair's Works; Durnham on the revolution; Davies's sermons; Erskine's works; Porteus's Lectures; Saurin's sermons; Bunyan's holy war; Pilgrim's progress. Universal biographical Dictionary, with a particular account of eminent Americans, embellished with portraits of Washington, Adams; Generals Green, Wayne & Hamilton—Truxton, Jefferson, Madison, Clinton, Barlow, and many others in gilt and other binding—4 vols. Jones' biographical Dictionary, Belknap's American Biography, Ditto history of New-hampshire, Rollin's Ancient History, &c. &c. making a complete assortment. An assortment of Classics; Webster's, Maine and Perry's Spelling books; Morley's and Dwight's Geography; Alexander's, Webster's, Murray's and Stanford's Grammars; Accidente; American Preceptor; Columbian Orator; Art of Reading; Webster's 3d Part; Murray's Exercises; Key to ditto; English Reader; Sequel to ditto, &c.
Blank and Account Books —Elephant, super royal, medium, demy, folio-post, quarto-post, foolscap, Pott, plain and flower edged drawing, music, bonnet, marble, wrapping, Kentish-cap, and blotting Paper; Scales and Dividers, &c. &c. &c.
Tickets, Halves, Quarters and Eighths , in the 8th Class Amalgamated Canal Lottery, which commences drawing the 1st day of August. Tickets rise in three weeks. June 28.
To the Honorable the Justices of the Court of Common Pleas for the county of Oxford, held at Paris, in and for said county on the second Tuesday of June, Anno Domini 1806.
THE petition and representation of Zebbeus Kingman, of Waterford, in said county, administrator on the estate of Molboebus Kingman, late of said Waterford, gentleman, deceased, humbly shews—That the goods and chattels belonging to said deceased's estate, are not sufficient by the sum of two hundred dollars, to answer the just debts which the said deceased owed at the time of his death; the whole of the real estate of said deceased consists of forty-seven acres and three quarters of an acre of land, with the buildings thereon, situated in Waterford, aforesaid; and that, by a partial sale, the residue thereof would be greatly injured. He therefore prays that your Honors would grant him licence to sell the whole of the real estate of said deceased, or so much thereof as shall be necessary to satisfy the said debts, with incidental charges. And as in duty bound will ever pray, &c. ZEBBEUS KINGMAN.
Oxford, ss.—Court of Common Pleas, June term, A. D. 1806.
ON the petition aforesaid, ordered by the Court, that the petitioner notify all parties concerned in said estate, to appear at the next Court of Common Pleas, to be held at Paris, within and for the county of Oxford, on the second Tuesday of October next, on the second day of said term, to show cause, if any they have, why the prayer of said petition should not be granted. Attest—CYRUS HAMLIN, Clerk.
Wool Carding.
THE subscriber informs the public that he continues to carry on the WOOL CARDING BUSINESS , at Sacarappa Falls; and he flatters himself that he can give general satisfaction. The price for breaking and carding into rolls, is reduced to 8 cents per lb. June 9. (6w) MOSES LONGFELLOW.
Scythes.
A FEW dozen Scythes of a superior quality, for sale by Charles & John Fox , Nos. 4 & 5, South side Long-Wharf. June 23.
Ebenezer Griffin,
No. 7, Jones-Row, Fifth-Street, HAS just received a general assortment of Ladies', Misses & Gentlemen's Shoes. Among which are—Black, green, blue, purple and yellow Morocco, with Italian, Wirtemburgh and spring heels.—English and American Kid, with and without heels, very cheap.—Misses black, yellow and green round and picked toed.—Gentlemen's morocco and seal-skin Shoes and Pumps. Also—Suwarrows, Cordovan and white top back strap Boots, which will be sold on good terms. (6w) June 23.
Glass and Crockery Ware.
J. Bryant,
INFORMS the public that he has just received a fashionable assortment of GLASS WARE, viz. Cut and common qt. and pt. Decanters; Figur d and plain qt. and pt. do. Large water Carafs; Handsome cut & common Wines; do do do Salts; do do do Cruits; Pepper Castors, plated and wooden tops; Mustards; Sugars; Jellies; Glass Lamps; Cut and common Tumblers; Boxes China, &c. &c. Likewise—Crates Ware afforded, suitable for traders—cheap for cash or approved credit. Crates packed at the shortest notice. June 23.
Strayed or Stolen
FROM the subscriber, a dark red HORSE, with a black mane and tail—a white star in his forehead, and a white spot upon his nose—some white on one hind foot—a natural trotter, middling size, some lame on one fore foot when he went away. Whoever will return, or give information of him shall be generously rewarded. Richmond Loring, 3d. North-yarmouth, June 23.
Ran Away,
FROM me the subscriber on the 28th day of May last, an indentured Apprentice, named James Banes, twenty years of age last March—rather tall built, short dark hair, dark eyes.—Whoever will take up said runaway, and return him to his master, shall be entitled to one cent reward, and no charges paid.—And all persons are hereby cautioned against harboring, trusting or employing said runaway, as they will answer that default by the penalty of the law, in that case made and provided. WM. CAMPBELL. Poland, 6th Mo. 6, 1806. (In 23)
Stray Horses.
TAKEN up by the subscriber, running at large, a roan red Mare—supposed to be 8 years old, with a white stripe in her face—Also, a dark red Horse, with black mane and tail; and two Colts, one dark red, black mane and tail—the other a dark bay color, with a stripe in his face—The owner or owners may have them again, by proving property and paying charges. Apply to JOSEPH PHAGINS, Field Diner. Falmouth, June 16.
FOR SALE,
(if applied for soon) AN elegant House in Federal-street, well accommodated with out-houses—half a pump in the yard, and an Aqueduct leading into the house—together with the land on which stands—Also, a lot of Land adjoining the same, near Back-street. Terms of payment are, 3, 6, 12 months. For further particulars, inquire of SAM'L. ROBINSON, on the premises. June 9.
FOR SALE,
A Valuable lot of Land, situated near the bottom of King-street—adjoining land Dr. N. Coffin, and that of the late capt. John Thorby, making a corner—with a store thereon 22 by 40 feet, two stories high, with a good cellar under the whole, 7 feet deep, and a plank floor. The building, with small expense, can be made a very convenient dwelling-house.—For terms, and a more particular description of the premises, apply to the subscriber, who is authorized to dispose of the same. SMITH COBB. June 9.
A BARGAIN.
TO be sold, a Farm in Lewiston, containing one hundred acres of good land, under high cultivation, well proportioned for mowing, pasturing and tillage; well wooded and watered, has a young orchard of 800 trees, of excellent fruit; a two-story house, and two 40 feet barns thereon.—Payment made easy to the purchaser. For further particulars, inquire of JOHN BEAN on the premises. Lewiston, May 19.
TO LET,
A DWELLING-HOUSE, convenient for a large family or two small ones, with an aqueduct—pleasantly situated in Smith-street, near Mr. Smith's C.W.—For terms, apply to NATHANIEL GORDON. June 2.
Enoch Moulton,
Goldsmith and Jeweller, Respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has REMOVED from his former stand in Fore-Street, to No. 3, Jones's Row, Fifth-Street, next door to Mr. Griffin's Shoe store; where he has constantly on hand, and manufactures, warranted Gold Necklaces; silver table, deft, coffee, and tea Spoons, of the newest and most approved fashions; salt and mustard do; Sugar Tongs, &c. &c. Also on hand, as usual, JEWELRY & PLATED WARE, of every description. N. B. All the above articles are warranted to give entire satisfaction, or returned. The smallest favour attended to with cheerfulness and dispatch. (ly) May 5
William King,
TAKES PROFILE-LIKENESS-ES, at the house next to Concert H. ll, in Hanover-Street, Bysfon. June 23. (tf)
New School Book.
Just published, and for sale by ISAAC ADAMS, No. 6, Jones-Row, (Price 9 dolls. per doz. 87 1/2 cents single.) AN abridgement of UNIVERSAL GEOGRAPHY; together with Sketches of History—designed for the use of the schools and academies in the United States.—By Susanna Rowson. June 22.
More new Hats.
John Lord, PORTLAND, INFORMS the public that he has just received a complete assortment of HATS, of the nicest kind—among which are, Best supe. fine black Beaver, with large and small brims; Superfine drab do. do. A few real patent do. 1 Cafe very nice silk do. yeoman crown; A few willow do.—best kind; Men's and youths Camels' hair do. Likewise—A general assortment of American Hats and Hat-trimmings.—All which he will sell as low as can be purchased in town. (6w) June 28.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed and has taken upon himself the trust of Administratrix on the estate of PATRICK MAXWELL, late of Cape-Elizabeth, in the county of Cumberland, yeoman deceased, by giving bond as the law directs; she therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to Catharine Maxwell. Dated, May 29, 1806.
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 JOHN JOHNSON, late of Gorham, in the county of Cumberland, yeoman, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs; she therefore requests all persons who are indebted to said deceased's estate, to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to ELENOR JOHNSON. June 16.
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, with the will annexed, on the estate of JONATHAN ARMSTRONG, late of Falmouth, in the county of Cumberland, 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 to NATH'L WILSON. Dated April 10. [June 16.]
NOTICE is hereby given that the subscribers have been duly appointed administrators of the estate of DAVID TALBOT, late of Turner, in the county of Oxford, gentleman, deceased; and have taken upon themselves that trust by giving bonds as the law directs—and all persons having demands upon the estate of the said David Talbot, are required to exhibit the same; and all persons indebted to the said estate, are called upon to make payment to David Talbot, Isaac Winlow Talbot, } Administrators. Turner, June 16.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed, and has taken upon himself the trust of executor of the last will and testament of THOMAS SEAVY, late of Scarborough, in the county of Cumberland, yeoman, 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 to JOHN SEAVY. June 16.
WE the subscribers having been appointed by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. to receive and examine the claims of the creditors to the estate of RACHEL JACKSON, late of Raymond, in the county of Cumberland widow, deceased, represented intestate; do hereby give notice, that six months are allowed to said creditors to bring in and prove their claims; and that we shall attend that service at the house of Benjamin A. Richardson, in Freeport, in said county, on the second Monday of July, September and November next, from two to five of the clock in the afternoon. Enoch Fogg, Edward Thompson, } Commissioners. June 16.
At a Court of Probate for the county of Cumberland, held at Portland, in said county, June 11, 1806.
JERATHMEEL BRYANT, guardian to John Shute, Betsey Shute, Hannah Shute, Lucy Shute, William Shute, and Mehitable Shute, minors and children of William Shute, late of Scarborough, deceased, having presented to me for allowance, accounts for their support, and for other charges and expenses.—It is hereby ordered, that the said Jerathmeel give notice to the friends of said minors and all concerned, to appear at the office of John Freethingham, Esq. in Portland, on Wednesday the second day of July next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, to show cause, if any they have, why said accounts should not be allowed. Such notice to be given by causing this order to be published in the Portland Gazette, on Monday next, and the two Mondays next following. Samuel Freeman, Judge of Probate. June 16.
Sales at Auction.
On THURSDAY next, At 12 o'clock, on the premises, WILL be sold, a HOUSE & Lot of Land, situated in Cumberland-street. The House new and completely finished, now occupied by Benjamin Richardson—Terms liberal, which will be made known at the time and place of sale. E. Greely & Co. Auc'rs. June 23.
To be sold at Public Auction.
ON Tuesday, the 1st day of July next, at twelve o'clock at noon, by order of the Court of Common Pleas, begun and held at Ipswich, within and for the county of Essex, on the last Tuesday of December, 1802, So much of the Real Estate of Daniel Marquand, late of Newburyport, in the county aforesaid, mariner, deceased, as shall amount to five hundred and ninety dollars exclusive of incidental charges. Said real estate is situated in Brunswick, in the county of Cumberland (District of Maine) and is the same tract of Lands which was conveyed to the said Daniel by Benning Wentworth, late of Portsmouth, in the county of Rockingham, and state of Newhampshire, and now are occupied and improved by Daniel M'Manus, Lewis Simpson, Kinghead, and others, and containing, in the whole, about six hundred and sixty-eight acres. Sale to be at the house of Mr. Stone inn-holder at Brunswick-Falls. Newburyport, May 6, 1806.
WANTED,
A Woman to do the work of a small family. Liberal wages will be given.—Apply to the Printers. June 23.
JAMES CHADWICK,
INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has Removed from the Columbian Tavern to that large and convenient House in Forest-street, lately occupied by Doctor Thomas; where several Gentlemen may be accommodated with genteel BOARDING. June 9.
To the Hon. the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court, held at Portland, within and for the county of Cumberland, on the fourth Tuesday of May, Anno Domini, 1806.
THE petition of Enoch Berry, of Scarborough, in the county aforesaid, yeoman, humbly shews—that your petitioner is interested and stands seized in fee with some person or persons to your petitioner unknown, in the several tracts or parcels of land, with the building thereon standing, and the appurtenances thereof, lying in said Scarborough, and described as follows, viz. fifty acres of land which Jonathan Berry, the father of your petitioner purchased of John Berry by deed, bearing date May 29, 1752. Also, seven acres and two rods and ten square poles of land, purchased by said Jonathan Berry, of the same John Berry, by one other deed, bearing date April 15, 1765. Also, twenty-eight acres of land conveyed to the said Jonathan Berry, by Samuel Joffe, by deed, bearing date October the 4th, 1753. Also, one half of lot numbered one in the first division of the five hundred acres which was purchased by said Jonathan Berry, of Benjamin Haskins, by his deed bearing date May 23, 1755. Also, eighteen and an half acres of land conveyed to the said Jonathan Berry, by Solomon Stone, by deed bearing date June 8th, 1791. And also two tracts of salt-marsh, containing seven and one quarter acres, which was conveyed by the said Solomon Stone, to the said Jonathan Berry, by two several deeds; the first deed thereof bearing date December 8, 1760; the other deed bearing date January 4, 1764.—For a more particular description of all and singular the lands aforesaid, reference to the deeds aforesaid, must be had. The whole of the premises aforesaid, being the same which were conveyed by the said Jonathan Berry, to your petitioner and Ephraim Berry, to hold in equal shares, by deed bearing date the 6th day of February, Anno Domini, 1797, as by the same deed, duly recorded, may appear; and that your petitioner's share of the premises, described as aforesaid, is the half part or one moiety thereof, which he is desirous to hold in severality. Wherefore he prays that the same share may be divided and set off to him to hold in severality, agreeable to the laws in that case made and provided; and as in duty bound will ever pray. Enoch Berry, by Salmon Chase, his att.
At the Supreme Judicial Court, of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, begun and held at Portland, within and for the county of Cumberland, on the fourth Tuesday of May, A. D. 1806.
ON the petition of Esah Berry, whereof the foregoing is a true copy—Ordered, that the petitioner publish an attested copy of said petition, and this order thereon, three weeks successively, in the Portland Gazette, the last publication to be thirty days at least before the Supreme Judicial Court, to be held at Portland, within and for the county of Cumberland, on the second Tuesday of October next, that all persons interested in said petition, may then and there appear and show cause, if any they have, why the prayer thereof should not be granted. Attest— Samuel Freeman, Clerk. June 16.
Dissolution of Partnership.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the Copartnership of the subscribers under the firm of R. & J. Bradley, is dissolved by mutual consent, on this 31st day of May A. D. 1806. All persons who may have demands against said firm, will please to call on John Bradley and receive their pay; and all who are indebted to said firm, on notes, book, or otherwise, are requested to make immediate payment to the said John Bradley, who is authorized to settle the business of said firm. Robert Bradley, John Bradley, Fryeburg, May 31, 1806.

Portry. From the Dartmouth Gazette. THE LADY'S MAN. Not all the future conquests feared, And gentle, the fair is fair to be, Could tempt me to become a beau, And feel as hearts appear to be.
NO malice, no envy inspires The bard, his advice to disavows; The favor, a topping acquires, Will never disturb my repose.
Though sad, he must always seem gay, Though reflected, appear at his ease; Must talk, when he's nothing to say, And laugh, when there's nothing to please.
Must never look sly, nor afraid; Approve of non-sensical clatter, And smile at whatever is said, Good, bad, or indifferent, no matter.
If Nancy say, "Cressus was poor," 'Tis his to say, yes, and agree; Or Charlotte, "two threes are but four," Gives, Muses—just four they must be.
Should Susan remark, "It is hot," His answer must be, "it is so; If Mary observe, "it is not," To her he consents, and says, no.
Would any dispense with his mind Bow, wheedle, figh, whimper and pray, And, hoodwink'd, be led by the blind, To such, I have only to say,
Quit Baley, and study to please, Read Chesterfield's system of laws, And then you may bark, at your ease, In the sunshine of female applause.
Episcollany. For the Portland Gazette. STRIPLING—No. II.
THE difficulty of beginning a periodical publication, is not inconceivable, especially if the writer be not conversant with men and manners, and never have experienced any public favor or approbation. In this case, he launches into an unknown ocean, pregnant with storms and tempests, without the means of repelling their attacks, and preserving himself from the approach of impending ruin, and consequent misfortune. He is continually tormented, lest he should meet with a repulse, and all his labor and application, end in disappointment and mortification. His mind is alternately agitated with the fear of being treated with contempt or indifference, and the hope of receiving the support, and meriting the confidence of his readers; both of which are attended with mutual poignancy. The first is magnified by the brilliancy of that reward which his imagination fondly paints; but despairs of obtaining—the latter appears almost without foundation, from the supposed futility of its expectation. If his exertions prove so successful as to compensate him for his mental efforts and anxiety, by degrees his timidity wears away, and he becomes more confident and less solicitous, because more accustomed to be approved and not expecting to be neglected—he becomes less fearful of censure, because more vain, and confirmed in the consciousness of his ability—and thus metamorphosed, because more experienced.
While he is in a state of probation, his mind is ever on the rack. He is alarmed at the least appearance of danger, and receives an admonition as the voice of certain condemnation, and the knell to his future reputation. Suspended with suchlike impediments, irresolution pervades his thoughts, damps his ardor, depresses his mind, and attends every action. Hope incites—perseverance rewards—despondency destroys.
When once he has established himself on the list of graduates, and ingratiated himself into the good opinion of others, he no longer is entangled with that diffidence, which checked his genius, and confounded his ideas. He then obtains the absolute disposal of his talents, and measures, without restraint, the slippery paths of science now become pleasant and delightful. Relying on his usual success, he assumes the man of importance, and augments the supposed value of every subject he undertakes, with the double advantage of his natural genius and acquired fame. Without any embarrassment he controuls his passions, and converts them to his present convenience—with composure he mounts to sublimity of thought and elegance of style—with facility he intersperses those pleasing "flights of fancy," which ever delight—with ease he descends to more humble
strains of copiousness, and accurately expounds the utility of his performance. Envy he despises—friendship he cultivates—hatred he shuns—reputation he guards—rivals he opposes.
Having gained the sure foundation of merit, he may espouse, with the approbation of all, what before had nearly proved the bane of his literary existence. He may even venture to relate what thousands have advanced, and still retain the merit of being the primitive author. His name, once established, is not easily destroyed; but to restore reputation, once lost, requires multiplied struggles, and often without effect. The remembrances of past misconduct will not be forgotten, but cherished and revived on every occurrence. This will thwart the endeavors of the offender, and render him ever suspected. For the censorious, regardless of virtuous actions, and nourishing the seeds of envy and malevolence, select only faults and inconsistencies; and then they exaggerate with all the glaring colors of hyperbolical licence and figurative declamation.
I. M'LELLAN, No 12, Ingraham's-Wharf, has for sale, Bbls. Cargo No. 1 and 2 BEEF, do No. 1 PORK, do SHIP BREAD. June 16.
DAVID GREEN, No 17, Long-Wharf, has constantly for sale BROWN SOAP, of the first quality, which he will sell on liberal terms. June 16.
D. PEASE, Fore-Street, has for sale, A Quantity of INDIGO of a su- perior quality, by the hundred or less. June 16.
Charles & John Fox, South side Long-Wharf, HAVE just received a complete assortment of best Philadelphia CAMBOOSES; a few tons excellent OAK- UM—Also, a general assortment of Ship Chandlery & Naval Stores, CORDAGE by the gang or otherwise—which they are determined to dispose of on the most liberal terms, for cash or credit. June 9.
TEAS. HYSON, Hyson-skin and Souchong Teas, of the first quality, for sale at June 2. No. 16, Union Wharf.
Lime. JUST arrived, a quantity of Lime, of a su- perior quality—For sale at No. 22, Long- Wharf, or at Barnwell & Pritchard's Store, Forestreet. May 25.
Cellar Rocks for sale. GOOD Cellar Rocks, constantly for sale, and can be delivered at any part of the town, on reasonable terms, by John Pritchard. Also a quantity of OAKUM— inquire as above. May 26.
FRESH GOODS.
Lord & Thomas, At No. 5, Jones's Row, Fifth-Street, HAVE just received an assortment of India and English Goods, which they offer for a small advance for cash or approved credit—Also, A large stock of Westindia Goods and Groceries.
Among which are, Belt French Brandy, per pipe or barrel Do Barcelona do do Holland Gin Malaga and Sherry Wine per qr. cask Vidonia do; Cotton Hyson, Hyson-skin, Souchong and Bohea Teas, of the first quality Chocolate per box; Candles do 7 by 9 Window Glass 20d, 10d, and 4d Nails 10 bbls. Bone Middlings Pork Also, A general assortment of Fishing Gear, etc. etc. (Sm) June 2.
To Farmers.
THE Lands in Township No. 6, in the 8th Range north of the Waldo Pa- tent, are offered for sale in Lots of any size, from 100 to 300 acres to be selected in any part of the township, at the pleasure of pur- chasers.
This township is stocked with valuable timber of various kinds—is well watered by streams which fall into the Piscataquis, and afford an easy and cheap conveyance for rafts and boats carrying five tons, to the tide waters on the Penobscot. The soil is infe- rior to none in the District of Maine, and the title is indisputable.
As the principal object of the sale will be to promote the immediate settlement of the township, it will be disposed of on terms UNUSUALLY LIBERAL, and to none except such as will become actual settlers. Those therefore, who wish to obtain Farms on such terms, are invited to examine the township, and for fur- ther particulars apply to MOSES GREENLEAF. Bangor, 1806.
TO LET, TWO or three Chambers in dwell- ing-house in Cumberland-Street—very convenient for a family.—Inquire of June 16. Joshua Fernald.
Amoskeag Canal Lottery. THE public are informed, that in conse- quence of the rapid sale of tickets, the 8th Class will commence drawing on the 18th day of August next.—The tickets rise to five dollars fifty cents, the 12th of July. The pre- sent price of Tickets, 5 dols. Half do - - 2 62 Quarters, - - 1 37 Eighths, - - 75 At THOMAS CLARK'S Lottery-Office and Bookstore: Where may be had a few Tickets and parts in the Piscataquis Bridge Lottery, now drawing in Boston, if applied for immediately. Orders for tickets enclosing cash or prizes, will have them forwarded per mail or other- wise, as requested. June 9.
Jona. P. Hall, HAS received from London and Bris- tol, by the late arrivals, a large supply of GOODS in his line, and has now for sale, At No. 1, Union-Street—Boston, Camwood in sticks, Roman Vitriol, do ground, Oil do Brazilwood do, Aquafortis, Barwood, Archill, Fustic, Cutbeur, Logwood, Nutgalls, Redwood, Arnatto, Allum, English, Madder, do India, Sugar Lead, Coppers, Spirits Salt, Indigo, Tenter Hooks, Clothier's Screws, Press Plates, do Shears, Jacks, do Coppers, Brown Tarter. Wood,
PAINTS. White Lead, Shellac, Red do, Prussian Blue, Black do, Verdigris, Venetian Red, Dutch Pink, Spanish Brown, English do, Spruce Yellow, Roman Ochre, Patent do, Terra de Sienna, Stone do, Umber, White Vitriol, Ivory and lamp Black. Also—A large and general assort- ment of DRUGS & MEDICINES, on good terms, and at low prices. June 9.
Books and Stationary. ISAAC ADAMS, No. 6, Jones's Row, Fifth-Street,
HAS just received a new and ex- tensive assortment of BOOKS, which he offers upon as liberal terms as can be ob- tained at any Bookstore in the State:—Among which are, Hawkins' pleas of the Crown, Leach's crown law, Blackstone's commen- taries, Craydon's digest, Peake on evidence, Williams' reports, Douglas' do Wilson's do Salkeld's do Loft's do Strange's do Laws of Massachusetts, do United States, Marshall on insurance, Park do Story's pleadings, Precedent's of declar- ationis, Justices assistant, Town officer, Clerk's magazine, Probate directory, Edinburgh dispensary, Cullen materia medica do practice, Chefielden's anatomy, Townsend's guide to health, Thompson's family physician, Buchan's domestic medicine, Dennant's midwifery, Smillie's do Hamilton's do Meisner's church his- tory, Stackhouse's history of the bible, Hervey's works, Blair's sermons, Davies' do Logan's do Whitfield's do Cole's discourses, Pilgrim's progress, Bunyan's holy war, Memoirs of pious women, Adams' view of reli- gion, do truth & religion, Paley's moral philoso- phy, Baxter's saints rest, Zimmerman on soli- tude, Winter evening, Johnson's rambler, Shakespeare's works, Sterne's works, Works of the poets, Don Quixote, Tatler, Spectator, Elegant extracts, Rollin's ancient histo- ry, Robertson's history of Charles 5th, do South America, Williams' history of Vermont, andander's grammar. LIKEWISE—Blank and Account Books; Writing and wrapping paper; Quills of various qualities; great variety of Pen- knives; Wafers; Inkpowder; Morocco Pocket-books and Thread Cates; Memoran- dum-books; Ink-stands; Sand-boxes; Paint- boxes and brushes; Drawing and embelish- ing paper; Playing-cards; Singing-books; Bass- viol and Violin strings, &c. &c. Cash and the highest price given for Rags, Cans and Junk. June 9.
Wants Employment, A Young man who has been regu- larly brought up to RUM DISTILL- ING.—Inquire of the Printers June 9.
Mark & Wm. Harris, Mussey's Row, HAVE received in addition to their former stock, a supply of GOODS, which they will sell on reasonable terms. 10 hds. Rum, 4 pipes Brandy, 2 casks Sherry, Port & Malaga Wines, O chests Hyl n } Best Teas. 10 do Hyson-skin } 13 do Souchong } do Congo } Cask Raisins—Box do Belt Turkey Figs per box Boxes Lemons 8 casks best Fig Tobacco—Pipes 10 bbls. Pork—Bacon Stone Ware 50 dozen Scythes and Scythe Sneed 10 cases Cotton and Wool Cards. June 9.
FOR SALE, At No. 3, Long-Wharf, 100 cask Sugar Hhd. Nails, and 23 do. Claret Wine, entitled to deben- ture. 100 boxes mould Candles, 75 do Spermaceti do 150 bbls. Mels & No. 1, Beef, 150 half bbls. do do 40 bbls. Bone Middlings, and No. 1, Pork, 20 chests Hyson-skin & Souchong Teas, Bales Georgia Cotton, Quarter casks Malaga Wine, Pipes 4th proof Barcelona Brandy, Gin-cases and Ship Bread, By Joshua Richardson. June 9.
E. Greely & Co. Fish-Street, Have for Sale, 10 chests best quality Souchong Tea, Bales Georgia Upland Cotton, Gin Cates—Hhds. Rum, Broadcloths, Plains, Flanel, Baizes, Coatings, Swanskins, Velvets, Sewing Silk, Cotton Hole, Hat Linings, silk B aces, Linens, Superfine beaver and camels hair Hats, Dutton, &c. (tt) Ap. 4 14
Removal.
EDWARD HOWE, Upholsterer has removed to No. 2, Union Row, Middle- Street—where he has laid, a fresh assortment of Upholstery and Paper-Hangings: Fringes, Laces and Tassels, Sofas, Chairs and Mattresses, Furniture, Chintzes, Live geese, Rufla & Lisbon Feathers, English and American Bedsticking. An elegant assortment of English and Amer- ican Paperhangings, with borders of the new- est fashions. The Upholstery business carried on as usual, in all its branches, with punctu- ality and dispatch. May 19.
Fresh Goods.
Barbour & Stockbridge, Opposite the Insurance Office, Fifth-Street, OFFER for sale a great variety of fresh seasonable Goods, selected from the la- test importations, viz. 7-8 and 4-4 Irish Linen, some very fine, Linen Cambrics Long Lawn Fashionable Ginghams Ditto Calicoes Copper, lates of vari- ous qualities Printed Cambrics 4-4 and 6-4 Cambric Muslins Plain and figured silk Chambrays Do cotton do Black and other col- ored Cambrics White glazed and un- glazed do Great variety of India Cottons Fine and common En- glish do Fine Long Cloths, Laced Cambrics and Muslins Plain and figured pi- quet and leno do. Plain & figured book ditto Straw and salmon co- lored silk Shawls Various dark colored do. Muslin Shawls with lace borders Black Lace Veils White Lenox Muslin do White & colored Cam- bric Shawls Fancy silk Handker- chiefs; Bandana do Black and white Eng- lish silk Hose of a superior quality Ditto French Ladies black, white & flame English silk Gloves and Mitts of an extra size and su- perior quality Ditto French Gentlemen's real Buck- skin, Yorktan, and beaver Gloves Low priced do. all co- lors Real superfine black, blue, mixed & drab Cassimere Low priced ditto Also, Red Broadcloths, Buff and white Cassi- mere. The above, with a great variety of other articles, will be sold on the most reasonable terms. June 2.
WANTED, A LAD about 14 or 16 years old, to attend in a small family. He may be kept at school.—One from the country would be preferred.—For further information inquire of the printer. June 9.
Woolen Manufactory, At GRAY—District of Maine.
Dying and Clothier's Works. THE subscriber begs leave to inform the inhabitants of Gray, and the public in general, that he is erecting on a new and im- proved plan, a complete set of Clothier's Works, superior to any ever yet erected in this part of the country, and inferior to none in the United States; which will be ready to commence business on the first of August next. In order to give complete satisfaction to the public, who have been long imposed upon in this branch of business, the subscriber has procured a known workman from one of the first manufactories in England.—If never fad- ing colors, well finished work, and punctuali- ty in all promises respecting the business, he objects worthy the attention of the public, he doubts not but he will merit their favors. Indigo Blue, scarlet, crimson, purple, bottle green, London brown, corbeau, blue black & common black, and all other fashionable co- lors, to any pattern that may be wanted, on plans entirely new. Likewise will be dyed on Silk and Cotton, blue, black, bottle green, plum, olive, olive, drab, buff, or any other colors that may be wanted—Blues on Cotton and Linen Yarn for Checks, as good as ever yet imported. Cottons dyed in summer only, between the first of April and the first of September. Carding and Manufacturing done as usual, except that it will be done with greater dis- patch than heretofore—there being machinery erected to turn off as much work in one day as was done in two last year. The subscriber likewise begs leave to in- form the inhabitants of Maine and its vicinity, that he has established a Carding Machine at Emery's Mills in Maine, where every attention will be paid—He likewise purposes taking in cloth to finish at Maine, where he will return it every month. Whoever leaves cloth to be finished with the person attending at Maine, may depend on as much attention being paid as if brought to Gray. He returns his sincere thanks to the public for favors past, and hopes by a strict attention to his business, to merit a continuance. Samuel Mayall. N. B. A list of prices may be seen, with an account of patterns, by applying to the Woolen Factory in Gray. May 28.
NOTICE is hereby given to the nonresiden proprietors and owners of the following Lots of Land lying in the town of Poland, in the county of Cumberland, that they are taxed in the year 1805, for the town, state and coun- ty, in the bills committed to me the subseri- ber to collect—also for the high ways, for the year 1804—as follows, viz.
Town tax for the year 1805, in the first Division.     No. Lots. No. Acres. Price. Tax.     13 100 150 0 62   37 50 100 28   122 50 50 14   76 50 20 6   86 100 300 84   91 100 75 19   107 70 70 20   135 100 300 84   105 63 42 13   55 100 500 84   196 100 67 19   109 100 67 19   Additional Lots.   5 100 67 19   6 100 67 19  
Two Lots in the disclaimed Land taxed to John Brigham, of Maine: 72 100 200 56 73 100 200 56 Disclaimed Land taxed to Jonah Little, of Newburyport. 75 100 200 56 A number of acres (in the disclaimed land) supposed to be about 200 300 84 Delinquents on the highway, for the year 1804, in the first division:
   14 18 34 18   15 23 68 23   22 100 67 24   27 100 102 34   98 30 35 10   89 100 200 68   9 100 200 68   Second Division:   7 90 180 61   97 50 100 34   122 50 50 17   76 50 30 97   86 100 300 1 2   91 100 67 24   100 100 100 34   104 100 67 24   107 70 70 25   127 100 100 34   129 100 100 34   135 100 800 1 2   11 100 150 51   25 100 150 51   142 55 125 42   150 100 67 24   105 63 42 14   55 100 300 3 2   54 100 300 3 2   96 100 67 24   107 100 67 24   Additional Lots:   5 100 67 24   6 100 67 24  
State and county tax for the year 1805— First Division.
   89 100 100 18   Second Division:   97 50 100 34   122 50 50 17   76 50 30 97   86 100 300 1 2   91 100 67 24   107 70 70 25   135 100 300 3 2   105 63 42 14   55 100 300 3 2   54 100 300 3 2   196 100 67 24   109 100 67 24  
And unless said taxes, with all intervening charges, are paid to me the subscriber, on or before the eleventh day of the eighth month next, so much of said Lots of Land as will pay the same will then be sold at public auction at the house of Daniel T. Ladd, innholder in said Poland. William Campbell, Collector. Poland, 5th mo. 26, 1806. BLANKS For sale at the Gazette-Office.