Portland gazette, and Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1806-04-21 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. 1 of Vol. IX.]
MONDAY, APRIL 21, 1806.
[Whole No. 417.]
J. Randolph's Speech,
in the House of Representatives of the United States, March 5th, on the Resolution offered by Mr. GARGO, to prohibit the importation of British manufactures.
[Continued.]
But the gentleman has told you that we ought to go to war, if for nothing else, for the fur trade. Now, Sir, the people on whose support he seems to calculate, follow (let me tell him) a better business, and let me add that whilst men are at home reaping their own fields, the fruits of their labor and industry, there is little danger of their being induced to go sixteen or seventeen hundred miles pursuit of beavers, raccoons or opossums—much less of going to war for the privilege. They are better employed where they are. This trade, Sir, may be important to Britain; to nations who have exhausted every resource of industry at home—bowed down by taxation and wretchedness. Let them, in God's name, if they please, follow the fur trade. They may, for me, catch every beaver in North-America. Yes, Sir, our people have a better occupation—a safe, profitable, honorable employment. Whilst they should be engaged in distant regions in hunting the beaver, they dread lest those whose natural prey they are, should begin to hunt them—should pillage their property, and assassinate their constitution. Instead of those wild schemes, pay off your debt, instead of prating about its confiscation. Do not, I beseech you, expose at once your knavery and your folly. You have more lands than you know what to do with—you have lately paid fifteen millions for yet more. Go and work them—and cease to alarm the people, with the cry of wolf, until they become deaf to your voice, or at least laugh at you.
They were, I repeat it, ready to make great sacrifices to France. And why ready? Because she was fighting the battles of the human race against the combined enemies of their liberty—because she was performing the part which Great Britain now, in fact sustains—forming the only bulwark against universal dominion. Knock away her navy, and where are you? Under the naval despotism of France, unchecked and unqualified by any antagonizing military power, at best but a change of masters. The tyrant of the ocean, and the tyrant of the land is one and the same, Lord B
all, and who shall say him nay, or wherefore dost thou this thing? Give to the tyger the properties of the shark, and there is no longer safety for the beasts of the forest or the fishes of the sea. Where was this high anti-Britannic spirit of the gentleman from Pennsylvania, when his vote would put an end to the British treaty, that pestilent source of evil to this country? and at a time too, when it was not less the interest than the sentiment of this people to pull down Great Britain and exalt France. Then, when the gentleman might have acted with effect he could not screw his courage to the sticking place. Then England was combined in what has proved a feeble, inefficient coalition, but which gave just cause of alarm to every friend of freedom—Now the liberties of the human race are threatened by a single power, more formidable than the coalesced world, whose utmost ambition, vast as it is, the naval force of Great-Britain forms the only obstacle.
I am perfectly sensible and ashamed of the trespass I am making on the patience of the committee—but as I know not whether it will be in my power to trouble them again on this subject, I must beg leave to continue my crude and desultory observations. I am not ashamed to confess that they are so.
At the commencement of this session we received a printed message from the President of the United States, breathing a great deal of national honor and indignational honor at the outrage we had endured, particularly from Spain. She was specially named and pointed at. She had pirated upon your commerce, imprisoned your citizens, violated your neutral territory; invaded the very limits solemnly established between the two nations, by the treaty of Lorenzo. Some of the state legislatures, (among others the very state of which the gentleman from Pennsylvania relies for support) sent forward resolutions pledging their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor, in support of any measures you might take in vindication of your injured rights. Well, Sir, what have you done?—gone to some expedient of printing and stationery—mere pen, ink and paper, and that's all. Like true political quacks, you deal only in handbills and nostrums. Sir, I blush to see the record of our proceedings, they resemble nothing but the advertisements of patent medicines. Here you have "the Worm Destroying Lozenges," there, Church's Cough Drops,"—and to crown the whole, "Sloan's vegetable Specific," an infallible remedy for all nervous disorders and vertigoes of brain sick politicians:—each man earnestly adjuring you to give his medicine only a fair trial. If indeed these wonderful nostrums could perform but one half of what they promise, there is little danger of our dying a political death, at this time at least. But Sir, in politics as in physic, the Doctor is oft times the most dangerous disease—and this I take to be our case at present.
But, Sir, why do I talk of Spain? There are no longer Pyrenees. There exists no such nation—no such being as a Spanish King, or ministers. It is a mere juggler played off for the benefit of those who put mechanism into motion. You know, Sir, that you have no differences with Spain, that she is the passive tool of a superior power, to whom at this moment you are crouching. Are your differences indeed with Spain? And where are you going to send your political panacea, resolutions and handbills excepted, your sole arcanum of government—your king cure-all?—to Madrid? No—You are not such quacks as not to know where the shoe pinches—to Paris. You knew at least where the disease lies, and there you apply your remedy. When the nation anxiously demands the result of your deliberations, you hang your head and blush to tell. You are afraid to tell. Your mouth is
hermetically sealed. Your honor has received a wound which must not take air.—Gentlemen dare not come forward and avow their work, much less defend it in the presence of the nation. Give them all they ask, that Spain exists, and what then? After shrinking from the Spanish jackall do you presume to bully the British lion. But here the secret comes out. Britain is your rival in trade, and governed as you are by compting-house politicians, you would sacrifice the paramount interest of the country, to wound that rival. For Spain and France you are carriers—and from good customers every indignity is to be endured. And what is the nature of this trade? Is it that carrying trade which sends abroad the flour, tobacco, cotton, beef, pork, fish and lumber of this country, and brings back in return foreign articles necessary for our existence, or comfort? No, Sir, 'tis a trade carried on, the Lords knows where, or by whom;—now doubling Cape Horn, now the Cape of Good Hope. I do not say that there is no profit in it—for it would not then be pursued—but 'tis a trade that tends to assimilate our manners and government to those of the most corrupt countries of Europe. Yes, Sir, and when a question of great national magnitude presents itself to you, causes those who now prate about national honor and spirit to pocket any insult, to consider it as a mere matter of debt and credit, a business of profit and loss—and nothing else.
The first thing that struck my mind when this resolution was laid on the table was unde derivatur ? a question always put to us at school—whence comes it? Is this only the putative father of the bantling, he is taxed to maintain, or indeed the actual parent, the real progenitor of the child? or is it the production of the cabinet—but I knew you had no cabinet—no system. I had seen dispatches relating to vital measures laid before you the day after your final decision on those measures—four weeks after they were received—not only their contents, but their very existence, all that time unsuspected and unknown to men whom the people fondly believe stilt with their wisdom and experience at every important deliberation. Do you believe that this system, or rather this no system will do? I am free to answer it will not. It cannot last. I am not so afraid of the fair, open, constitutional, responsible influence of government—but I shrink intuitively from this left handed, invisible, irresponsible influence, which defies the touch, but pervades and decides every thing. Let the Executive come forward to the legislature—let us see which we feel it. If we cannot rely on its wisdom, is it any disparagement to the gentleman from Pennsylvania to say that I cannot rely upon him? No, Sir, he has mistaken his talent. He is not the Palinurus on whose skill the nation at this trying moment can repose their confidence. I will have nothing to do with his paper—much less will I endorse it, and make myself responsible for its goodnes. I will not put my name to it. I assert that there is no cabinet, no system, no plan—That which I believe in one place, I shall never hesitate to say in another. This is no time, no place for mincing our steps. The people have a right to know, they shall know the state of their affairs, at least as far as I am at liberty to communicate them. I speak from personal knowledge. Ten days ago there had been no consultation—there existed no opinion in your executive department at least none that was avowed—on the contrary there was an express disavowal of any opinion whatsoever, on the great subject before you;—and I have good reason for saying that none has been formed since. Some time ago a book was laid on our tables, which like some other bantlings did not bear the name of its father. Here I was taught to expect a solution of all doubts, an end to all our difficulties. If, Sir, I were
the foe, as I trust I am the friend to this nation, I would exclaim, "Oh! that mine enemy would write a book." At the very outset, in the very first page, I believe there is a complete abandonment of the principle in dispute. Has any gentleman got the work? (It was handed by one of the members.) The first position taken is the broad principle of the unlimited freedom of trade between nations at peace, which the writer endeavours to extend to the trade between a neutral and a belligerent power; accompanied however by this acknowledgment: "But inasmuch as the trade of a neutral with a belligerent nation, might, in certain special cases, effect the safety of its antagonist, usage, founded on this principle of necessity, has admitted a few exceptions to the general rule." Whence comes the doctrine of contraband, blockade, and enemy's property? Now, Sir, for what does that celebrated pamphlet, "War in Disguise," which is said to have been written under the eye of the British prime minister, contend, but this "principle of necessity." And this is abandoned by this pamphleteer at the very threshold of discussion. But as if this were not enough, he goes on to assign as a reason for not referring to the authority of the ancients, that "the great change which has taken place in the state of manners, in the maxims of war, and in the course of commerce, makes it pretty certain"—(what degree of certainty is this?—"that either nothing will be found relating to the question, or nothing sufficiently applicable to deserve attention in deciding it." Here, Sir, is an apology of the writer for not disclosing the whole extent of his learning, (which might have overwhelmed the reader) is the admission that a change of circumstances—"in the course of commerce"—has made (and therefore will now justify) a total change of the law of nations. What more could the most inveterate advocate of English usurpation demand? What else can they require to establish all, and even more than they contend for. Sir, there is a class of men—we know them very well—who, if you only permit them to lay the foundation, will build you up, step by step, and brick by brick, very neat and shewy, if not tenable arguments. To detect them 'tis only necessary to watch their premises, where you will often find the point at issue totally surrendered, as in this case it is. Again;—is the mare liberum any where asserted in this book? That free ships make free goods?—No, Sir, the right of search is acknowledged, that enemy's property is lawful prize, is sealed and delivered. And after abandoning these principles, what becomes of the doctrine that a mere shifting of the goods from one ship to another, the touching at another port, changes the property.—Sir, give up this principle, and there is an end of the question.—You lie at the mercy of the conscience of a court of admiralty. Is Spanish sugar, or French coffee, made American property, by the mere change of the cargo, or even by the landing and payment of the duties?—Does this operation effect a change of property?—And when these duties are drawn back, and the sugar and coffee re-exported, are they not (as enemies property) liable to seizure, upon the principles of the "Examination of the British Doctrine, &c." And is there not the best reason to believe, that this operation is performed in many, if not in most cases, to give a neutral aspect and color to the merchandise? I am prepared, Sir, to be represented as willing to surrender important rights of this nation, to a foreign government. I have been told this sentiment is already whispered in the dark, by time-servers and sycophants. But if your clerk dared to print them I would appeal to your journals. I would call for the reading of them, but that I knew they are not for profane eyes to look upon. I confess that I am more ready to render to a paval power a four-
league of ocean, than to a territorial one a square inch of land within our limits—and I am ready to meet the friends of the resolution on this ground at any time. Let them take off the injunction of secrecy.—They dare not. They are ashamed and afraid to do it. They may give winks and nods, and pretend to be wise, but they dare not come out and tell the nation what they have done. Gentlemen may take notes if they please—but I will never, from any motive short of self defence, enter upon war. I will never be instrumental to the ambitious schemes of Bonaparte—nor put into his hands what will enable him to wield the world;—and on the very principle that I wished success to the French arms in 1793. And wherefore? Because the case is changed. Great Britain can never again see the year 1760. Her continental influence is gone for ever. Let who will be uppermost on the continent of Europe, the most find more than counterpoise for her strength. Her race is run. She can only be formidable as a maritime power—and, even as such, perhaps not long. Are you going to justify the acts of the last administration, for which they have been deprived of the government at our instance? Are you going back to the ground of 1798—9? Ask any man who now advocates a rupture with England, to assign a single reason for his opinion, that would not have justified a French war in 1798. If injury and insult abroad, would have justified it, we had them in abundance then. But what did the republicans say, at that day? That, under the cover of a war with France, the executive would be armed with a patronage and power which might enable it to master our liberties. They deprecated foreign war and navies, and standing armies, and loans, and taxes. The delirium passed away;—the good sense of the people triumphed—and our differences were accommodated without a war. And what is there in the situation of England that invites to war with her. 'Tis true she does not deal so largely in per seability, but the supplies you with a much more useful commodity, with coarse woollens.—With less profession indeed, she occupies the place of France in 1798. She is the sole bulwark of the human race against universal dominion.—No thanks to her for it. In protecting her own existence, she ensures theirs. I care not who stands in this situation, whether England or Bonaparte—I practise the doctrines now that I professed in 1798. Gentlemen may hunt up the journals if they please—I voted against all such projects under the administration of John Adams and I will continue to do so under that of Thomas Jefferson.
Are you not contented with being free and happy at home? Or will you surrender these blessings that your merchants may tread on Turkish and Persian carpets, and burn the perfumes of the east in their vaulted rooms. Gentlemen say, 'tis but an annual million lost, and even if it were five times that amount, what is it compared with your neutral rights?—Sir, let me tell them a hundred millions will be but a drop in their bucket, if once they launch without rudder or compass into this ocean of foreign warfare. Whom do they want to attack—England. They hope it is a popular thing—and talk about Bunker's Hill, and the gallant feats of our revolution. But is Bunker's Hill to be the theatre of war? No, Sir, you have selected the ocean—and the object of attack is that very navy which prevented the combined fleets of France and Spain from levying contribution upon you in your own seas—that very navy which, in the famous war of 1756, stood between you and danger. Whilst the fleets of the enemy were spend up in Toulon or pinned in Brest, we performed wonders, to be sure; but, Sir, if England had drawn off, France would have told you quite a different tale—You would

save from no medals. This is not the sort of conflict that you are to be found upon, if you go to war with Great Britain. Quam Deus vult perire prius demensat. And are you mad enough to take up the cudgels that have been struck from the nerveless hands of the three great maritime powers of Europe? Shall the plaster mortgage his little crop and jeopardize the constitution in support of commercial monopoly!—In the vain hope of satisfying the insatiable grediness of trade? Administer the constitution upon its own principles—for the general welfare and not for the benefit of any particular class of men. Do you meditate war for the possession of Baton Rouge, or Mobile, places which your own laws declare to be within your limits?—Is it even for the fair trade that exchanges your surplus products for such foreign articles as you require?—No, sir , 'tis for a circuitous traffic—an ignis fatuus. And against whom? A nation from whom you have any thing to fear?—I speak as to our liberties. No sir , with a nation from whom you have nothing, or next nothing, to fear,—to the aggrandizement of one against which you have every thing to dread. I look to their ability and interest—not to their disposition. When you rely on that, the case is desperate. Is it to be inferred from all this that I would yield to Great Britain? No, I would ask towards her now, as I was disposed to do towards France in 1798;—treat with her: and for the same reason,—on the same principles. Do I say I would treat with her? At this moment you have a negotiation pending with her government. With her you have not tried negotiation and failed, as you have done with Spain—or rather France. And wherefore, under such circumstances, this hostile spirit to the one and this—(I won't say what)—to the other.
But a great deal is said about the laws of nations. What is national law, but national power guided by national interest? You yourselves acknowledge and practice upon this principle where you can or where you dare;—with the Indian tribe for instance—I might give another and more forcible illustration. Will the learned lumber of your libraries add a ship to your fleet, or a shilling to your revenue?—Will you pay or maintain a single soldier? And will preach and prate of violations of your neutral rights when you tamely and meanly submit to the violation of your territory? Will you collar the stealer of your sheep and let him escape that has invaded the repose of your fire side—has insulted your wife and children under your own roof? This is the heroism of truck and traffic,—the spirit of fordid avarice. Great Britain violates your flag on the high seas. What is her situation?—contending, not for the dismantling of Dunkirk—for Quebec, or Pondicherry,—but for London and Westminster,—for life. Her enemy violating, at will, the territories of other nations—acquiring thereby a colossal power that threatens the very existence of her rival. But she has one vulnerable point to the arms of her adversary which the covers with the ensigns of neutrality.—She draws the neutral flag over the heel of Achilles. And can you ask that adversary to respect it, at the expense of her existence?—and in favour of whom?—an enemy that respects no neutral territory of Europe and not even your own. I repeat that the insults of Spain towards this nation have been at the instigation of France;—that there is no longer any Spain. Well, sir , because the French government do not put this into the Moniteur , you chose to shut your eyes to it. None so blind as those who will not see.—You shut your own eyes, and to blind those other people, you go into conclave—and slink out again and say—"a great affair of state!"— C'est une grande affaire d'Etat! It seems that your sensibility is entirely confined to the extremities.—You may be pulled by the nose and ears, and never feel it;—but let your strong box be attacked, and you are all nerve—"Let us go to war!" Sir , if they called me for only my little peculium, to carry it on, perhaps I might give it;—but my rights and liberties are involved in the grant, and I never surrender them whilst I have life. The gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Crowninshield) is for spunging the debt. I can never
consent to it—I will never bring the ways and means of fraudulent bankruptcy into your committee of supply. Confiscation and swindling shall never be found among my estimates to meet the current expenditure of peace or war. No, sir , I have said with the doors closed, and I say to you when they are open—"pay the public debt." Get rid of that dead weight upon your government that cramp upon all your measures and then you may put the world at defiance. So long as it hangs upon you—you must have revenue, and to have revenue you must have commerce—commerce, peace. And shall these nefarious schemes be advised or lightening the public burthens—will you resort to these low and pitiful shifts—dare even to mention these dishonest artifices to eke out your expenses, when the public treasure is lavished on Turks and infidels—on singing boys and dancing girls,—to furnish the means of bestiality to this African barbarian?
Gentlemen say that Great Britain will count upon our divisions. How! What does the know of them? Can they ever expect greater unanimity than prevailed at the last Presidential election—No, sir , 'tis the gentleman's own conscience that squeaks. But if the cannot calculate upon your divisions, at least he may reckon upon your pusillanimity. She may well dispise the resentment that cannot be excited to honorable battle on its own ground, the mere effusion of mercantile cupidity. Gentlemen talk of repealing the British Treaty. The gentleman from Pennsylvania should have thought for that, before he voted to carry it into effect. And what is all that for? A point which Great Britain will not abandon to Russia, you expect her to yield to you... Russia indisputably the second power of continental Europe—with half a million of hardy troops—with sixty sail of the line...thirty millions of subjects...a territory more extensive even than our own...Russia, sir , the store-house of the British navy—whom it is not more the policy and the interest, than the sentiment of that government, to soothe and to conciliate; her sole hope and conversion on the continent,—her only efficient ally. What this formidable power cannot do with fleets and armies, you will command by writ—with pookhoks and hangers. I am for no such policy. True honor is always the same. Before you enter into a contest, public or private, be sure you have fortitude enough to go through with it. If you mean war—say so, and prepare for it—look on the other side—behold the respect in which France holds neutral rights on land—observe her conduct in regard to the Franconian estates of the king of Prussia:—I say nothing of the petty powers—of the elector of Baden or of the Swifs:—I speak of a first rate monarchy of Europe, and at a moment too when its neutrality was the object of all others nearest to the heart of the French Emperor. If you make him monarch of the ocean you may bid adieu to it forever. You may take your leave, sir , of navigation—even of the Mississippi. What is the situation of New-Orleans if attacked to-morrow? Filled with a discontented and repining people—whose language, manners and religion and incline them to the invader—a dissatisfied people who dispise the miserable governor you have set over them—whose honest prejudices and basest passions alike take part against you. I draw my information from no dubious source—from a native American, an enlightened member of that odious and imbecile government—You have official information that the town and its dependencies are utterly defenceless and untenable—a firm belief that (apprised of this) government would do something to put the place in a state of security, alone has kept the American portion of that community quiet. You have held that post, you now hold it by the tenure of the naval predominance of England, and yet you are for a British naval war.
(To be continued)
CONGRESS.
House of Representatives,
MARCH 21. 1806.
Mr. Thomas submitted a resolution for the amendment of The Constitution of the United States , by an article making it the duty of the Legislatures of the several States to divide each State into districts for the choice of
Electors of President and Vice President. Laid on the table.
A resolution, to inquire into the expediency of providing further protection to Merchants vessels, on the coasts of the United States, was offered by Mr. Dana, and adopted. A bill on this subject has been brought in.
A bill on the subject of the claims of American creditors, commonly called Bordeaux Embargo Claims , was referred to a committee of the whole.
Militia .—Gen. Varnum reported on the subject of the militia.—It appears there are 250,000 fire arms in the hands of the militia, 120,000 in the public magazines. The report recommends the appropriation of 60,000 dollars to the manufacture of arms.
A bill on the subject of the redemption of the public debt, was read and referred.
FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 1806.
The House determined that it was not expedient to make any further provision for Navy Yards.
The Massachusetts Light-House bill passed; as was a bill respecting persons wounded in service in the revolutionary war.
Mr. Randolph moved that the President's communication of Dec. 6, on which the secret proceedings were had, should be printed. This occasioned much agitation; but the House adjourned without a decision.
By the Mail.
NEW-YORK, APRIL 12.
Extract of a letter from Washington, dated April 5, 1806.
"The House of Representatives was this moment in a state of disorder and confusion that is a disgrace to the nation.—Mr. RANDOLPH moved to have the secret journals amended, by inserting a confidential message of the President, that had been omitted.—Upon which motion he came out in a very spirited and animated style against the whole secret proceedings, against the Executive and his "dirty underlings in the House."—He particularly denounced MADISON, and declared that his confidence in him had ceased for ever; that MADISON told him early in the session, "France wanted money, and would not let Spain treat with us until we gave it to her."—He said the money was not given for LAND but for PEACE. There were a great variety of motions made, in order to get rid of Mr. RANDOLPH's.—Appeals were made from the decision of the Speaker. Seven, eight and ten members were up at once, until they became a complete national convention, and had to adjourn from necessity—every spectator in the house crying out shame, shame, shame!"
Before the District Court on Thursday, Mr. OGDEN, one of those indicted as being concerned in the Leander's expedition, moved to have his trial put off, that he might have time to summons JAMES MADISON, Secretary of State, and four other persons as witnesses. The cause was put off until July!
One of the democratic members of Congress (CLAY) frankly confessed in debate, that he voted for the Two Millions tribute to France, because France threatened, unless money was paid, she would go to war with us. The confession covered many with crimson; and CLAY was called to order!
The federalists in the State of New-York, are rousing from their long slumbers. In the city they are taking measures to assume their weight and importance in the State. Speaking of the movements of the Federalists, the "Citizen" says, "Any body, or party, in preference to the friends of Governor LEWIS, or the abettors of bribery."
A FACT
Let this fact be recorded. Mr. Madison told Mr. Randolph that France would not permit any adjustment to take place between the United States, and Spain, unless the United States would pay her money; and the same Mr. Madison told Mr. Randolph that she must have the money; or we must go to war with her.
It is not true, that our government have offered two millions of dollars to Great Britain, for permission to negotiate with Russia, for the purchase of the land on the North West-Coast of America, from Nootka Sound to the northern boundary of Louisiana.— Pal.
The Gazette.
MONDAY, April 21, 1806.
No News.—Not an article of European intelligence has reached us for this month past; the first arrivals will probably bring important information respecting the political situation of Europe.
THE ELECTION.
We are compelled, for want of room, to postpone a statement of the votes for Governor in each town; if our limits permit, they will be given in our next.
Returns have been received from 378 towns, in which, Mr. STRONG has 34,872 Mr. SULLIVAN, 33,220
Majority for Mr. Strong, 1652 84 towns remain, from which we have seen no returns; these towns will undoubtedly give more votes for Mr. Sullivan than for Mr. Strong; but the re-election of our present worthy Chief Magistrate is considered as certain.
By a New-York paper we learn, that the United States brig Hornet, capt. Dent, sailed from that port on the 29th of March, Fulwar Skipworth, Mr. Jefferson's nephew, is on board, charged with dispatches from government; on board of this vessel, is two millions of dollars in spec —a part of which was borrowed. The apologists of Mr. Jefferson's conduct say it is to purchase mere Louisiana land; but observe, Mr. Madison told Mr. Randolph at the beginning of the present session of Congress, we must give France money . This measure was opposed by every federalist in Congress, and a number of the democratic members from the Southern States: but they were out voted.
Such are the blessed effects of democracy, and with such proceedings and conduct, the democrats of this State, have been urging the citizens of Massachusetts for six months past, to elect as man for Governor that would harmonize with the present administration of the general government; and who doubts, that Mr. Sullivan, if at the head of the government in this State, would applaud Mr. Jefferson for giving two Millions of Dollars to France, that we may have Bonaparte's permission to treat with Spain; for such is the blind devotion of the democrats in the United States, that if Jefferson & Co should pass a law to transfer the independence and liberties of this country to the Emperor Napoleon, a majority of these exclusive patriots would be found to justify the measure. But from some late occurrences, hopes are entertained that this work of revolution, turmoil and degradation, is fast approaching to an end, and the people of these States will soon discard from all share in the management of public affairs, men who have so basely betrayed their confidence and trust.
It will be seen by Mr. Randolph's speeches in the House of Representatives, that he is determined no longer to submit to national plunder and disgrace. But the democrats say Mr. Randolph is mad;—thus they endeavor to destroy that evidence, which they are unable to invalidate; we wonder they have not told us that Mr. Randolph has been bribed with federal gold.
SEPARATION OF MAINE.
A correspondent who has for some years past been in favor of erecting the District of Maine into a new state, is happy to learn that, that important subject has again interested the attention of men of reflection, experience and information. To all moderate men in the community, it must be a very happy consideration that this is not a party measure; but an object in which the great and important interest of all the inhabitants of Maine have swallowed up the lesser objects of private benefit to individuals, and checked the excessive ebullition of party spirit. It has been noticed with pleasure, that an application to the selectmen of Portland to discover the sense of the town upon the question, whether they will take any measures to ascertain the sentiments of the towns in Maine upon this subject, has the signatures of the leading characters of both parties. It is confidently believed that such a disposition to accommodate, and conciliate will, at this period, be general throughout Maine. As unanimity may now be counted upon with a prospect of certainty, perhaps this is the period to carry into effect a subject which, sooner or later, must be realised. Let us, then, embrace a moment, so auspicious, and success seems certain. This is a time too, when a coalition promises the happy consequences of checking the bitter enmities of party spirit, and of uniting; in political, and social intercourse; many, very many, who might otherwise remain at a perpetual distance. Thus perhaps, we shall embrace the only moment, when a constitution and form of government can be framed, in which the projectors will calmly deliberate
ly, and without political motives digest a political system of which the public good and not party or local prejudices, will be the characteristic.
It is hoped that the town meeting will be full, and that the inhabitants of Portland will unite in favor of the most proper measures to obtain a separate government.
THE ARGUS.
"The Editor considers himself alone accountable to the public for any mistake or incorrectness that may appear in the Argus, and wishes not that the character of any private citizen be stigmatized with false insinuations, on his account."
Whoever was the author of the above, we would request the Editor of the Argus, as he considers "himself alone accountable," to explain what he means by "false insinuations," for we are unable to discover how the charge can apply to any observation in the last Gazette; not even with the aid of being "college learnt," which this hopeful battler of democracy thinks is a term of great reproach. Was it a "false insinuation" to state, that, in the Argus of the 11th inst. it was represented, that in the towns from which returns had been received, Mr. Sullivan had a greater number of votes than Mr. Strong? but we then supposed the error of omitting 1000 votes in favor of Mr. Strong was unintentional; for the deduction, if intended, was too barefaced to gull even democrats.—But mark the conduct of this billingsgate-learnt editor, who affects to be so tender of the reputation of his "eagle eyed" assistants.—Instead of correcting his false statements in his next paper, he in a most wanton manner attacks the feelings and integrity of our best citizens, with a base and wicked intent to injure the reputation of a Gentleman whose public and private conduct, all parties acknowledge to be governed by the principles of honour and honesty. In the Argus of Friday last is the following paragraph.
"Query....Was it an "unintentional error" in a college learnt Selectman of this town, when he put down 53 "less than the real number, after adding up the votes of two Republican Candidates, at the last election? or was it not the eagle-eye of a mechanic , which made him honest? Such a mistake might have been attended with serious consequences."
The Selectman alluded to, in the above extract from the last Argus, states these following facts, to show to the public, what regard is due to an insinuation affecting the honesty and integrity of a character, which to his knowledge was never before impeached.
The votes, in the late Election for Governor &c. which fell to his lot to count, were, after being twice counted, set down in figures on a piece of paper in their proper place, together with the votes counted by the Selectman sitting next to him—the votes for the several candidates were then added up—Not content with this, the several figures were examined for the greater caution a second time, when it appeared that 53 votes had not been put to their proper account—which mistake was occasioned by their not being so conspicuous on his paper as the other votes, but in a second examination they were discovered by the Selectman, alluded to, and placed to their proper account by him, and this was done without any hint or information to his knowledge, from any "eagle eyed mechanic" or any other respectable source whatever.
The public from this will judge whether the Selectman alluded to needs a Guardian to keep him honest, or whether there is more malice conveyed in the piece alluded to, towards an honest man than is justifiable even on electioneering principles.
The above statement will be tested by the solemn declaration of the Selectman referred to; and whatever discoveries or observations the Argus' "eagle eyed mechanic" may have made, they were unknown to the "college learnt" selectman. This will be confirmed by the evidence of several gentlemen present, whose reputation for veracity no "eagle eyed," mechanic, billingsgate editor, or abandoned democrat, dare impeach to their face.
With this number, commences the ninth volume of the Portland Gazette ; and the present Editors are not unmindful of the increasing patronage they have received since they became proprietors of the establishment. Tho' not in the habit of boasting, and while we present our thanks to our subscribers in general, we tender our acknowledgments to Forty new subscribers, who have added their names to our list since the commencement of the present month.
To the Electors of Portland.
THE subscriber presents to the electors of Portland his unfeigned thanks for the honour they have conferred upon him three successive years, in electing him one of their Representatives in the General Court. The coincidence of this court with so many others wherein he must perform his duty, is such, that an attendance on all is incompatible. He is therefore under the imperious necessity of declining to be a candidate for the approaching election; and with the most fervent aspirations for their happiness, remains their obedient servant, W. SYMMS.

Did in Newyork, on the 10th inst the Hon. Horatio Gates, a general in the service of the United States in the revolutionary war - a native of England.
Ship News. Wednesday, April 16 - Arrived brig Fox, capt. Lee, 22 days from Guadalupe - Left brig Portland, Crabtree, for Portland, in 30 days; Maine, Freeman, for Boston, in 2; Mary & Nancy, Vork, for Portland, in 29; Maryann, Sawyer, for do. in 20. Same day - Brig Mary, capt. Wm. McLellan, 36 days from Trinidad - Left, sloop Rachel, Chandler, of North-yarmouth. Friday, 18th - Arrived brig Sampson, capt. Killoran, 40 days from Marian, Martinique - Left there, ship Friendship, Little, of Newyork, to sail in 14 days; Schooner Washington, Smith, for Salem, in 30; the Pollyann, and the Venetia, of Newyork, time of sailing unknown - On the 17th March, near the island of St. Eustatia, was boarded by two French Privateers, and robbed of a number of articles. Sunday, April 20 - Arrived, brig Telegraph, capt. Neal, 32 days from Trinidad; left brig Comet, McIntosh, of this port, to sail in 20 days; brig John Adams, Henderson, in 3; brig Planter, Reading, of Portsmouth, in 10 days; Sch. Nat and John, Bickford, of Salem, to sail for Charlestown in 3 days; brig Nancy, Huggins, of Philadelphia, in 15; ship Mary, Springer, of Hallowell, for Newyork - Left on the coast, loading, brig Heron, Stevens, New-London; ship Argo, Hunt, of Boston; brig Leopard, Fowler, and ship Little Ann, Anable, of Newyork.
At the annual meeting of the inhabitants of the town of Portland, on Monday, March 31, 1806, the following persons were chosen Town Officers for the current year, viz.
 Stephen Patten, Town Clerk.  Selectmen - Samuel Freeman, Joseph H. Ingraham, Joseph Titcomb, Geo. Bradbury, and Joshua Rogers.  Overseers of the Poor and Work-House - Daniel Tucker, John Taber, Stephen Longfellow, Daniel How, Joseph H. Ingraham, Robert Boyd, and John Deane.  Town Treasurer - Lemuel Weeks.  Assessors - Peter Warren, James Neal, and Daniel Cobb.  Collector of Taxes - Smith Cobb.  Constables - Jonathan Lund, Edmund March, and Eli Peirce.  Surveyors of Highways - Geo. Warren, and David Ross.  Surveyors of Boards - Daniel Cobb, Smith Cobb, Enoch Morse, Jeremiah Kimball, William Moulton, jun. Wm. Waterhouse, Mark Walton, Ansel Lewis, William Capen, Edward Cobb, Rufus Washburn, Thomas Washburn, James Barnes, James Huse, and Othniel Merrill.   Surveyors of Boards are Surveyors of Shingles and Clapboards.  Cullers of Hoops and Staves - Abraham Tyler, John Knight, Jacob Knight, Thomas Minot, Thomas Merrill, Thomas Burnham, Daniel D. Lewis, Benjamin Knight, Anthony Knight, Joseph B. Hooper, and John Barker.  Fence Viewers - James Deering, Benjamin Willis, Joseph Pope, and Ebenezer Mayo.  Tythingmen - Oliver Bray, Jonathan Deane, Thomas Freeman.  Firewards - Ebenezer Mayo, Hugh McLellan, Daniel Tucker, Woodbury Storer, Robert Boyd, Lemuel Weeks, Joshua Rogers, Thomas Webster, Jas. Neal, Richard Hunnewell, James D. Hopkins, and Matthew Cobb.  Assaymasters - Alexander Baker, Joseph Lovis, and Joshua Sampson.  Cullers of Dry Fish - David Smith, Thomas Burnham, and Anth. Knight.  Hogreeves - Zachariah Marston, Seth Phillips, and Walter Ross.  Poundkeeper - James Flood.  Field-drivers - James Flood & John Doty.  Inspectors of Imported Lime - Richard Gooding, Thomas Berry, and William Tukey.  Inspectors of Lime manufactured in town - John Lovitt and Walter Ross.  Health Committee - Joshua Rogers, Josiah Tucker, Asa Clapp, Joseph H. Ingraham, Samuel F. Hussey, David Green, James D. Hopkins, John Mussey, Thomas Beck, and Joseph Cross, jun.  Committee of Accounts - Daniel Tucker, Ebenezer Mayo, and Geo. Warren.  School Committee - Ebenezer Mayo, John P. Thurston, Thomas B. Wait, James D. Hopkins, Stephen Longfellow, Daniel Johnson, George Warren, Joseph H. Ingraham, and Shirley Erving.  Inspector of Police - Jonathan Deane. 
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
HULDAH RIGGS, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Widow, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs - He therefore requests all persons who are indebted to the said deceased's estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to
John Phillips. Dated April 10, 1806. (a21) NOTICE. ALL persons are hereby forbid trusting or harbouring RACHEL HARROW a town pauper, on my account. Morrell Jordan. Cape-Elizabeth, April 15, 1806.
Attention! AS the time appointed by law for reviewing the Militia of this State, is near at hand, the Commanders of the several Militia Companies in this town, think proper to inform each individual, subject to Military duty, that they shall strictly adhere to the laws made for their government and regulation; and that no man may plead ignorance of the law, they publish the following extract, viz.
"That every non-commissioned officer and private of the Infantry, shall constantly keep himself provided with a good musket, with an iron or steel rod, a sufficient bayonet and belt, two spare flints, a priming wire and brush, and a knapsack; a cartridge box, or pouch with a box therein, to contain not less than twenty four cartridges, suited to the bore of his musket; each cartridge to contain a proper quantity of powder and ball; or with a good rifle, knapsack, shot pouch, powder horn, twenty balls suitable to the bore of his rifle, and a quarter of a pound of powder; and shall appear so armed accoutred and provided, whenever called out except that when called out to exercise only, he may appear without a knapsack, and without cartridge loaded with ball. Provided always, that whenever a man appears armed with a musket, all his equipments shall be suited to his musket, and whenever a man appears armed with a rifle, all his equipments shall be suited to his rifle."
The penalty for each article deficient or in an unfit condition, on the day of inspection, is three shillings and if deficient in all 20, and twelve shillings for absence of person.
They take the present opportunity to return thanks to the members of the Companies under their command, for their spirited exertions to equip and discipline themselves the last season, and for their strict obedience to orders, (but a few instances of disorderly behavior having occurred.) They hope this year each man will appear armed and equipped according to law, and behave in a manner becoming a soldier; being compelled to exact fines from, or disgracing any under their command, is the most unpleasant part of their duty. All excuses of delinquents must be offered to the Captain of the company to which they shall belong, within eight days after the trainings, or the law will not allow them received.
It being the duty of the officers strictly to comply with every part of the Militia laws, they make a further extract:-
Article 6th, of law passed A. D. 1800. "Be it further enacted, That no person shall be deemed or taken to be a Quarter or Share, within the meaning of this act, unless he shall annually, in the month of April, deliver to the Captain or Clerk of the company wherein he resides, a certificate signed by two of the Overseers, and countersigned by the Clerk of the meeting or society with which he meets for worship."
The form of the certificate is pointed out in the act.
It will therefore be requested that every person of the above denomination shall furnish such certificate to the Captain or clerk of the company in whose district he may reside, within the time prescribed, or they will be called upon to perform Military duty.
SAMUEL STEPHENSON, WALTER HATCH, WILLIAM GODDARD, HOSEA ILSLEY, ROBERT ILSLEY, THOMAS WASHBURN. Portland, April 21, 1806.
Cataract Engine.
THE Members of the Cataract Engine Company, are hereby notified, that their Quarterly Meeting will be held at Wm. Campbell's Inn, in Fore-street, on Thursday the 8th day of May next, at 7 o'clock, P. M. - Punctual attendance is requested.
Edward B. Souther, Clerk. N. B. The person holding the Chart of the Engine, is desired to return it to the Company on the evening of the meeting. APRIL 21.
To Mr. JAMES D. HOPKINS Clerk of the Maine Turnpike Corporation.
YOU are hereby requested by the Subscribers, five of the members of said Corporation, to notify and warn a meeting of the members of that Corporation, to be held at the chamber over the Maine Fire and Marine Insurance Office, in Portland, on Tuesday the sixth day of May next, at 2 o'clock P. M. to act on the following articles, viz.
 1st. To choose a Moderator or Chairman.  2d. To take into consideration the expediency of locating the route of said Turnpike, or any part thereof, from Malam's neck to called, in Cape-Elizabeth, to Indian Island, so called, in Saco, and pass any vote locating the same accordingly.  3d. To see if the proprietors will give any further directions to their committee relative to the subscription for the shares.  PRENTISS MELLEN, LEMUEL WEEKS, THOMAS WEBSTER, DANIEL TUCKER, ISAAC PARKER. Portland, April 17. Pursuant to the foregoing application, I hereby notify and warn the members of the Maine Turnpike Corporation to meet at the time and place, and for the purposes therein mentioned. J. D. HOPKINS. Clerk.
FOR SALE, At No. 3, Long-Wharf, 100 bbls. superfine Flour, 100 do. Meis No. 1, 2 & 3 Beef, 150 half bbls. do 40 bbls. Clear, Bone Middlings, and No. 1 Pork, 50 cask Sugar Hhd. Nails, entitled to debenture. 100 boxes mould Candles, 50 do Spermaceti do 150 do brown Soap 6000 wt. Bacon Legs, 50 Kgs Lard, 40 bbls. Ship Bread, April 21
Mark & Wm. Harris,
Have for Sale, No 8, Mussey's Row, 300 quintals Pollack Fish, 150 bushels Corn and Meal, 50 do Summer Wheat, suitable for feed 1500 wt. good Flax 1500 do Chees Rums. Rum and Molasses, Pipes Brandy and Gin, Quarter casks Malaga and Sherry Wine, Hyson, Hyson-Gin and Souchong Teas, Indigo of different kinds, 6 boxes Candles, 6 kegs Tobacco 5 bbls. Pork Good supply of Loaf Sugar - Brown do Saccarappa Nails, 4d, 6d, 10d, 12d, 20d, 7 by 9 Glass Logwood, Redwood, Fustic, Camwood, Coppereas, Alum 15 dozen Bed Cords, Variety of other articles, which will be sold on reasonable terms for cash or approved credit. Those who are indebted, are requested to make payment immediately. April 21
Look at this 8000 Dollars!
TICKETS for Five Dollars, and Quarters for D. 1. 62 1/2, in Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, for sale by Isaac Adams, No. 6, Jones' Row. The drawing will commence on the 21st of May - On the 1st of May Tickets will rise to D. 5. 50. Those who may be disposed to risk a little to obtain a fortune, will do well to apply soon. (6w) April 21.
Fashionable Hats.
JOHN Lord, informs the public, that he has just received a handsome assortment of English Hats of the newest fashion and of the latest importation - Likewise, a general assortment of American Hats, and Hatter's Trimmings - all which he will sell on the lowest terms for cash or approved credit, at his shop in Fore-street, next door to Crofts & Martin's. (5w) April 21.
FOR SALE,
A Lot of Land, situated in Boothbay, on the shore of Damariscotta river - containing seventy-five acres. The terms of sale may be known by applying to James Montgomery, in Boothbay. April 21
For Sale, in Newcasco,
A New and convenient two story DWELLING-HOUSE, 33 by 41 feet, completely finished, except one room; together with a Stable, of a size to contain sixteen horses; with one fourth of an acre of Land, which is improved as a garden, and is in a high state of cultivation. The above described situation is about 100 rods beyond Presumpscot Bridge, on the main road leading from Portland to the eastward, and would prove an excellent stand if occupied as a Tavern; or would be found equally advantageous for a Trader or Tradesman - Possession will be given on the first of July next. For terms, apply to BENJ. PRINCE, living on the premises, or to Joseph McLellan & Son, in Portland. April 21.
A Good Bargain.
FOR SALE, a FARM in Gorham, situated near Warren's Mills, lately occupied by Mr. Ezra Brown; containing seventy acres of excellent Land, about thirty of which is under improvement, and capable of producing ten tons of hay, forty bushels of corn and a number of bushels of grain, with only a common seafod; has a two story house partly finished, and barn 32 by 40 feet, standing on the fame. Any one who wishes to purchase a farm, may now have a good bargain by applying soon to Seth Winship & Co. Portland, April 21.
Ranaway
FROM the subscriber, on the first of March, an indentured apprentice boy, named DAVID BOWE, aged about 19 years. All persons are hereby forbid harboring or trusting him on my account, as they will be prosecuted to the rigor of the law. William Harden. Portland, April 21, 1806.
Dancing, Fencing, & French.
Mr. Le Bel de Margny, NATIVE OF PARIS, will open his school for teaching the above accomplishments on THURSDAY the 10th of April. - His terms are -
 8 dollars the quarter for Dancing - his Cotillions being the latest from Paris.  12 dollars for French, and  12 dollars for Fencing. 
Dancing School.
Mondays and Wednesdays for Misses - from half past 5 o'clock till 6. Tuesdays and Saturdays for Masters - from half past 5 to 6 o'clock in the afternoon. Fencing School, Will be open at Union Hall (as well as for Dancing) on Tuesday and Saturday mornings from 7 till half past 8 o'clock. French Language, On Mondays and Wednesdays, from 5 to 6 o'clock is the afternoon. The school for Fencing will be opened on the 20th inst. April 21
Valuable Real Estate at Auction.
ON THURSDAY, the 1st of May next, will be sold at Public Auction, on the premises (unless previously disposed of at private sale) the HOUSE and LAND occupied by the subscriber on Maine-street, at the crotch of the roads leading to Falmouth - Said House is two stories high, four rooms on a floor, and completely finished throughout, and for pleasantness of situation, is not exceeded by any in Portland. - The land is 60 feet front and 120 feet deep with a good well of water, Pump and Out-Houses thereon. Terms of payment, one third Cash, one third in 9 months and one third in 12 months, with approved indorced Notes. - Sale at 11 o'clock A. M. For further information apply to WALTER HATCH, on the premises or to D. Peale, Auct.
To the Honorable Senate, and the Honorable House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, in General Court assembled.
THE Petition of the subscribers respectfully represents, that the transportation of timber from the Moose ponds in Brownfield, in the County of Oxford, down Moose Brook, by the Mill and falls thereof, into Saco river in said Brownfield, is attended with great difficulty and expense.
That in rapid freshets, when the timber ought to be floated down the stream, the water overflows the banks of said brook and carries the timber out of the main stream into the woods and fields among trees, bushes and rubbish, so that a large proportion of it is lost, and the remainder needs great care and attention to preserve and carry it into Saco river. That said stream cannot be cleared and made convenient for the transportation of lumber without more expense than individuals in an unincorporated state would be willing to incur. - That there is a vast quantity of timber near said ponds, which cannot be gotten out, into Saco river, excepting it is floated down said brook. That a Canal from the lower end of said ponds down in or by said brook, by the falls and mills thereof, to Saco river would be of great public utility and individual benefit.
Your Petitioners therefore pray the Honorable General Court to incorporate them into a company for the purpose of building, holding and improving the Canal aforesaid under such conditions and regulations as the Honorable Court may think proper. And in duty bound will ever pray. CYRUS INGALLS, and 12 others. August 13, 1805.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, In Senate, February 10, 1806.
ON the Petition of Cyrus Ingalls, and others, praying that they may be incorporated for the purposes of opening a Canal from the Moose ponds, in the town of Brownfield, in the county of Oxford, down Moose brook, by the Mill falls into Saco river in said Brownfield.
ORDERED, that the Petitioners cause an attested copy of their Petition, with this order thereon, to be printed three weeks successively in the Portland Gazette and Eastern Argus printed in Portland, the last publication to be thirty days, at least, before the second Wednesday of the first session of the next General Court, that all persons interested may then appear, and shew cause (if any they have) why the prayer of said Petition should not be granted.
Sent down for concurrence. H. G. OTIS, President. In the House of Representatives, Feb. 27, 1806. Read and concurred. TIMOTHY DGELOW, Speaker. True Copy - Attest, W. DAVIS, Clerk of the Senate.
To the Honorable the Justices of the Court of General Sessions of the Peace for the County of Oxford, to be held at Paris, within and for said County, on the second Tuesday of October, A. D. 1805.
THE Subscribers, inhabitants of the town of Buckfield, Sumner and Paris, humbly shew - That the roads from Dixfield and Sumner to Paris as now travelled, are extremely circuitous, and for that reason extremely inconvenient for travelling; inasmuch as travellers are obliged to pass from Dixfield on a road leading to Jay; thence on the road leading into Temple's grant; thence into a part of the town of Hartford; thence into the town of Sumner, and thence into the town of Buckfield; thence into the town of Paris, a distance of at least thirty miles. And your Petitioners humbly conceive, that a County Road, leading from Paris to Dixfield, might with ease, be laid out on lands, preferable and of a superior kind to those on the route now travelled for the purpose of a road, which would shorten the distance at least eight miles, and thus in a much greater degree accommodate the public, to wit: Beginning at or near the dwelling house of Abner Rawson, in said Paris, thence to or near the dwelling house of Abijah Paine in said Sumner, thence to or near the dwelling house of John Fletcher in said Sumner, thence to or near the dwelling house of Merrill Knights in said Dixfield, thence to or near Webb's Pond Settlements.
Wherefore your petitioners humbly pray your honors, that a Committee may be appointed to lay out said road, and that such further proceedings may be had relative to the same, as to effect the object of the prayer of this petition. And as in duty bound will ever pray. ABNER RAWSON, and 90 others. By ZACHARIAH SOULE, their Attorney.
OXFORD, ft. - At the Court of General Sessions of the Peace, begun and held at Paris, within and for said County of Oxford, on the second Tuesday of October, A. D. 1805.
ON the Petition of Abner Rawson and others, praying for the laying out of a road from Paris to Dixfield, as therein described, of which the above is a true copy: The Court order, that the Petitioners cause an attested copy of their petition, with this order thereon, to be published three weeks successively, in the Columbian Centinel, printed in Boston, and Portland Gazette, printed in Portland, the last publication to be at least three weeks before the next term of this Court, that all persons may then and there appear and show cause (if any they have) why the prayer of said petition should not be granted. Attest, CYRUS INGALLS, Clerk.
To be Sold at Public Auction.
On Monday, the 21st instant, at 11 o'clock (if not previously disposed of at private sale) ONE half of a two story HOUSE, pleasantly situated on King-street - Sale to be on the premises; when and where the conditions of sale will be made known. For further particulars, apply to John Noyes, or E. GREELY & CO. Aucts.
Valuable House Lot at Auction.
ON Saturday the 26th inst. at 3 o'clock, P. M. on the premises, Two House Lots, fronting on Ann-street 4 rods each, and running back 9 rods just above Capt. R. Usher's - Terms of credit will be made known at the time of sale.
Facts are stubborn things!
Ribes, without health, no pleasure beings. It is a fact that most of the complaints of the Spring and Summer seasons arise from accumulated bilious juices, obstructing the involuntary organs, and thereby predisposing the system for the induction of various species of diseases as accidental circumstances may occasion. - It is also a fact, that by clearing the stomach and bowels occasionally, predispositions may be removed and good health restored. It is, furthermore a fact, that nine tenths of diseases, in the various forms and stages, are cured, if cured at all, by the agency of purgative medicines, bloodletting excepted. Does not the physician depend more on this indication than all his pharmacopoeial preparations besides? Does he not consider all others as the mere products of fanciful and, sometimes, visionary theories; which may or may not answer the desired objects? Does he not know, that unless he is really a master of the science, and keeps this object in view, he may (innocently no doubt) kill more than he may chance to cure? - He certainly does; and every honest one will confess it. As to the opinions of dishonest and ignorant empirics, they may be believed by those who are fond of long fias of sickness - long bills - ruined constitutions, or premature death.
Purgging is found to be the most effectual method of relieving over distended vessels or intestinal congestions, of any in use. The choice of these is often misguided, from traditional prejudices, habitual customs, or a fear of doing wrong. But certain and effectual purgations can never do harm - the use of them often prevents the necessity of calling in the attending physician - and if called upon, his work is more than half done.
There is no preparation now extant to answer as a general purgative for all ages and sexes, and for safety, convenience and efficacy as the "PATENT NEW-LONDON BILIOUS PILLS." Seven years general, and increasing use of them, by physicians of respectability and integrity - by families who have found great experiences saved thereby - by their introduction into the Navy of the U. States, as well among seamen generally, in short, as the only medicine which will admit of universal success in all hands; are the best evidences of their real virtue, and promote its future to unnumbered a remedy valuable in the extreme. SAM'L H. P. LEE, Practitioner and member of the Council, Med. Society.
The above pills are constantly for sale as usual by SHIRLEY ERVING, Druggist, Portland. 21
JUST RECEIVED,
Direct from the Patentee, and for sale in Portland, by DR. H. F. DUPLEE, the following FAMILY MEDICINE.
For Bilious Complaints,
PREPARED by SAMUEL LEE, jun. of Windham, (Conn.) - The importance and usefulness of these Pills, at this season of the year, when epidemic diseases, are too prevalent and when most constitutions, from predisposition and infectious atmosphere, are inclined to yellow, bilious and inflammatory fevers, have been verified by an experience of more than twelve years. The proprietor, in consequence of the uncommon good effects of his pills and the reputation they had gained in his practice was urged by his friends to have them patented. He at length consented; and in April 1796, he obtained from the President of the U. States his Letters Patent. These were the first Pills ever patented in America, and their peculiar effects on the prevailing diseases in the United States and the W. Indies soon gave them that celebrity which their intrinsic virtue merited.
The same officer's pills, and the ready sale they so universally met were truly a powerful temptation to pretenders, very few Bilious Pills, ushered into market, from all parts of the union. Some of the most clamorous of pill makers found great advantage from familiarity of names, and were for a while able to pass their compositions upon the public, as the true genuine, original Lee's Pills, and some have even had the effrontery to pretend to an originality in the pill business but an acknowledgment of late, that the sale of their wares have become small & circumscribed, is conclusive evidence that the public have been taught by experience to be cautious how they purchase draught preparations merely on account of the presumption and effrontery of the author. It is now more than eight years since I obtained my patent; - and the inextinguishable demand for my pills, which has been, and is daily increasing, is a convincing proof of their superior virtues and literary effects. I have no objection to the world being supplied with abundance of pills but a conviction that the people have a right to correct information has induced me to come forward and state these facts. That the purchasers may be certain that they get the right kind; they will be particular to enquire for Lee's (Winthrop) bilious Pills - and to observe that my name is attached to each bill of sale, in my own hand writing.
SAMUEL LEE, Jr. Patentee, of the Winthrop Bilious Pills. Winthrop, (Conn.)

THE Ship Hero, Philip Greeley, master—will be dispatched immediately—For freight or passage (having ex- cellent accommodations) apply to the master on board, or to W. SIMONSON, No. 15, Union-Wharf. April 14
Joseph M'Lean & Son, At No. 16, Union-Wharf, Have for Sale, 70 casks fresh Rice, 30 half cask do. Brewer's Georgia Upland Cotton. April 14.
Corn. FOR sale quantity of the first qual- ity of Southern CORN, on reasonable terms for cash or approved credit. Enquire of WILLIAM CODMAN, No. 5 Union whar- or No. 16 Long Wharf. April 14.
WILLIAM LORD, Has for Sale, 20 casks Sheathing and Drawing NAILS, from 2 1/2 to 6 inches—which he will sell at reduced prices. April 14
Flour, Bread & Corn. FOR SALE, By JOHN TABER & SON, No. 18, Union-Wharf. THE Cargo of Schooner Fairplay, captain Spencer, from Alexandria—consisting of 150 Barrels Superfine Flour. do Navy and Pilot Bread, 20 do Crackers 2500 best Maryland Corn Just arrived, and being a consignment, will be sold cheap for cash or approved notes. 4th March 17.
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 Prichard. Also—a quantity of OAKUM—Inquire as above. April 14
Naval Stores. For Sale, by DAVID SMITH, No. 7, Union-Wharf, THE Cargo of the Schooner Mercury, from Wilmington—viz. 500 barrels Tar, large and full hooped, 100 do Turpentine do 50 do Resin, 40 do Pitch, 20 do Varnish Few casks Rice. Also, at the above Store, Ship-Chandlery & Cordage, as usual. Also, For Sale, Freight or Charter, the Schooner Mercury, 123 tons, 18 months old. March 14
Fair Notice at Thomas Clark's Bookstore and Lottery Office, Fifth-Street, Portland. Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, Fifth Class, will commence drawing on the 21st of next month—Should any Tickets remain unsold on the 1st day of May, they will rise to $50.50 C.—Those who intend adver- tising in said Lottery, had better purchase before they rise—if they do not, they can make no complaint of not having had sufficient no- tice—Present price is, Whole Tickets, D. 5 Halves - - 2 62 Quarters - - 1 57 Eighths - - 75 A List of Prizes and Blanks fold in this town in the Amoskeag Lottery, to be seen at the a- bove store—Prize tickets, or cash included in letters, post-paid, will have tickets punctually forwarded, and the earliest information given of their success, if required. April 14.
Bartlett Adams, Sculptor and Stone Cutter. Respectfully acquaints his friends and the public, that he has on hand a large assort- ment of Marble, Slate and Free Stone, suit- able for steps, door-kills, hearths, jambs, man- tels, belts, window sills and window arches, painter's mills and mullers, tombs and mon- uments of almost every description—which will be wrought at short notice and on reasonable terms—opposite the Methodist Meeting- House, in Federal Street. An APPRENTICE wanted at the a- bove business. April 14
Last Call! ALL persons indebted to the Estate of AN- DREW P. PROST, of Falmouth, deceas- ed, are informed that unless their Notes, Ac- counts and Bonds are paid by the 15th of May next, they will be left with an Attorney for collection. All persons having demands are requested to call for a settlement. Thomas Seal, Who has for sale, at Standwater, 50,000 of Boards. April 14
TAKE NOTICE. ALL persons who are indebted to the subscriber, either by note or account, are requested to call and settle the same, on or before the 4th day of May, or their notes and accounts will be put in suit without any further notice. John Bailey, jun. April 14, 1806.
For Sale, on good terms, Two story House, pleasant- ly situated in Federal-Street, on the corner nearly opposite Mr. Stephen Tukey's. Inquire of CORNELIUS NEWMAN. April 14
TO LET. A Dwelling-House, convenient for a large family, with an aqueduct—plea- santly situated in Smith-Street, near Mr. Smith Cobb's—For terms, apply to Nathaniel Gordon. April 14
E. Greeley & Co. 126-Street, Have for Sale, 40 chests first quality Souchong Tea, Bales Georgia Upland Cotton, Gin Cales—Wads. Rum, Broadcloths, Plains, Flannels, Baizes, Coatings, Swanskins, Velvets, Sewing Silk, Cotton Yarn, Hat Linings, Silk Braces, Linens, Superfine beaver and camels hair Hats, Buttons, &c. (tf) April 14
Teas. FOR Sale, at No. 16, Union Wharf, 10 half chests Bohea—and Teas of the 20 gr. do. Souchong & best quality. Hyson and Hyson-Skin do. March 24
Charles & John Fox, No. 4 & 5, South side Long-Wharf, HAVE just received, in addition to their former assortment, a FRESH SUPPLY of GOODS—comprising a complete assortment of Ship Chandlery, which they are determined to sell on the low- est terms—among them are the following, viz. 120 bolts first quality Russia Duck, 100 do second do. do 100 do Ravens do 50 do extra quality do 3000 yards Ticklenburg, 1000 wt. first quality Sewing Twine, 2 tons Pig and Bar Lead 1 do Sheet do 2 do Oakum 2 do Sheathing Paper 20 boxes Dips Candles 15 do No. 2 Chocolate 10 do 5 by 10 Crown Window Glass 10 chests Souchong Tea, superior quality 150 barrels Tar 70 do Pitch 20 do Amber Resin 20 do Turpentine Sheet Copper Ditto Iron Nails and Paints of all kinds Philadelphia Cambooses, different sizes Navigation Books of all kinds Journals, calculated for one and two hours Charts and Pilots of all kinds Quadrants, some with tangent screws Day or Night Telescopes Achromatic do Camp do Vessels supplied with any quantity of CORDAGE, at the shortest notice, and on the most reasonable terms. (bt) March 31.
Attention! Quincy & Dix, Have just received, and now opening for sale At the CHEAP STORE, No. 5 & 7, Fane's Row, bottom of Fifth-Street, A Complete and full supply of fashion- able SPRING & SUMMER GOODS, of the very latest importations—making in the whole, a more general and extensive assort- ment of Fancy and Staple Goods than ever of- fered for sale in this town—Those who may wish to supply themselves with English, French, India or Dutch Goods, either for use or orna- ment, and to have the price and quality per- fectly agreeable to their wishes, are respect- fully invited to call and see A large assortment of India Cottons, con- sisting of Sheeting Guaraas; Fine Batias; Su- perlanums; fine Shirting Cottons, &c. India Calicoes; India Back Handkerchiefs Bandanna Handkerchiefs India Checks, some full 4-4 wide 50 pieces of elegant plaid double Sarfuet India Silks of every fashionable color now worn, superior to anything of the kind ever exposed for sale in this town 40 pieces real superfine India Lustring, va- rious fashionable colors—such as dark plum, silver grey, ground of Egypt, mulberry, Pru- sian blue, Bonaparte, drab, pink, changable, Black, &c. Black, Slate and plum coloured double Florence Lustring— 5-4 Italian Silks— Persians—Mouselins, a full assortment of ev- ery kind of Silks now worn Silk Cambray Mullins, rich dress colours Cotton Plaid ditto Pink, blue, dark and light coloured plaid Gingham— Fashionable printed Cambrics— Cambric Calicoes, real superfine Common ditto, a large assortment— Copperplates of all prices and qualities 4-4 5-4 and 6-4 white Cotton Cambrics, from 2-10 to 9-9 Plumb, black, slate, mulberry, buff, black, and pink Cambric Linen Cambrics One Case real Irish Linens, warranted not bleached by the chemical process— 6-4 Linen Checks for aproning— Ladies, Gentlemen and Youths Warped, Cotton and Silk Hosiery—Gentlemen's Beaver, Yorktan, Dogskin and Cotton Gloves Ladies long white, and Yorktan Gloves Coloured Habit Gloves— English, black, white, and slate coloured Silk Gloves, plain and Pic Nic— Laced Aralettes, Black and white Glove Ties, Elastic Garters, Elastic under Coats, &c. Leno, piquette, laced crossfard, jappan, tambored, and veined Mullins, of all qualities. Elegant tamboured Cap Patterns— Plain and figured book Mullins, from 2-5 to 15 f. per yard— 4-4, 5-4, 6-4, 7-4 Silk Shawls, 6-4 Cambric Shawls Purple and common Ditto Linea Pockie; Hankerchiefs Cotton Ditto of every description A large assortment of fashionable Ribbons Thread, Silk and Cotton Laces and Edgings Black, pink, blue, straw and flesh coloured Crapes Piquette and Leno Vails Durants, Shalloon, Callimancoes, Russells, Wildbears, Bombazines, &c. Cambric and common Dimities, of all qualities and prices Damas, Table, Linen and common Diapers, Broadcloths, Callimeres, Plains &c. Marfailes, water'd welsted Velving— Patent Plain and Cords— Velvets of all prices— Together with a thousand other articles too numerous to mention. April 14.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed and has taken upon himself the trust of an administrator on the estate of WILLIAM LUNT, late of Falmouth in the County of Cumber- land yeoman deceased by giving bond as the law directs: He therefore requests all persons who are indebted to the said deceased estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to Daniel Lunt, Dated April, 10 1806.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly ap- pointed, and has taken upon himself the trust of Administrator on the estate of JACOB MITCHELL, late of North Yarmouth in the county of Cum- berland Cordwainer deceased by giving bond as the law directs: He therefore requests all persons who are indebted to the said deceased estate to make immediate payment; and those who have any demands thereon, to exhibit the same to, Seth Mitchell. April 14.
THE Honourable Samuel Freeman, Esquire Judge of Probate &c. for the county of Cumberland, having allowed a further time of two months from the twenty sixth Day of March instant, to the creditors of the Estate of CARY M'LELLAN, late of Gorham, deceased, to bring in and prove their claims against said estate; the sub- scribers give notice that they will attend that service, at the dwelling-house of the Widow Mary-M'Lean, in said Gorham, on the fourth Monday of April next, and on the first Saturday in May next, from two to six o'clock in the afternoon of said days. Lotrop Lewis, } Commissioners. Samuel Whitmore, } March 31 1806.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the subscriber has been duly appointed Administrator on the estate of BORY KINGMAN, late of Waterford, in the county of Oxford, Gentleman, deceased; and has taken upon himself that trust by giving bond as the law directs—and all persons having demands up- on the estate of the said Melbury Kingman, are required to exhibit the same; and those indebted to the said estate, are called upon to make payment to Lebbeus Kingman, } Administrator. April 14.
To the Public. WE observe in the last Gazette, that the Directors of Maine Bank have made an- other attack upon us, and have called on the public to judge whether they have not mis- placed their confidence—to which we shall not make any farther reply than to give a state- ment of our proceedings as respects small bills; for however we may think we may have been injured by their publication, we had ra- ther suffer them to countenance contumacy. In the fore part of 1804, we and our neigh- bours found it very difficult to pay off our labouring men, as they mostly wanted their pay at night, after their day's work was done, there being but very little change in circula- tion, and no bank bills of this State under five dollars (Nantucket excepted) In order to make it more convenient, we applied to the Directors of Portland Bank to devise some measure for the President or one of the Direc- tors to give dollar checks, which on delibera- tion they thought not advisable; after which, with the advice of some merchants in this town, we issued a few small printed bills, not expecting them to circulate much. If any, out of town; but soon finding they were like to spread much further than we at first expected, we thought it very necessary to guard against their being counterfeited, therefore procured Perkins' plate—sometime after, the Legislature passed an act that such notes should be liable to a fine if prosecuted. In consequence of that act, for several weeks did not suffer one to pass from us, but published not only in the Portland but other public papers, that we were ready to redeem our bills whenever the public pleased to bring them in; but after finding they continued to circulate as freely as ever, as well as the small bills of other states, which was and still is contrary to law and as subject to a fine as our bills, and the shop- keepers and others solicited us to let them out again, which we did and continued to receive and pay out as most accommodated the commu- nity, until some time in the ninth month, 1805, when we were informed the Board of Directors of Maine Bank had resolved to use their influence to suppress the circulation of them—In consequence of which, we had a conference with their Committee; by whom we understood it was the opinion of the Direc- tors of both Banks that they ought not to pass any longer, as both Banks at that time were about issuing what small bills the law would allow them to emit; and that our bills then in circulation would have a tendency to injure the circulation of their own; that what they were allowed by law to make would be suffi- cient for the accommodation of trade—that after we were called upon by one of their Com- mittee to sign a paper containing one of their resolves, which we remonstrated against sign- ing, unless the words use all due means in their power to prevent their circulation were struck out; but after conversing with them again we fully understood, that nothing more was expected nor could be considered as due from us, than that if our bills did not come in as fast as the Board thought necessary, they were to inform us, in order that we might make another publication requesting them to be brought in; to which we made no objection, as we felt confident that our bills would not injure the circulation of theirs; and that they would soon be con- vinced of it. Under those impressions we signed their resolve; after which we endeav- oured to attend to their request, and did not pass any of them, although often solicited for them, until we could not get any small bills at the Banks, as we have heretofore stated;— neither had we any idea of injuring either of the Banks; but thought our bills were a great accommodation both to them and the public before the Banks had liberty to issue small bills, we had but a small portion of ours out, and are ready to redeem them whenever presented. John Taber & Son. Portland, Feb. 24, 1806.
To the Honorable the General Court of Massachusetts next to be held at Boston, in and for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts aforesaid, on the third Wednesday of January next. YOUR Petitioners respectfully rep- resent, that at all times there is great in- convenience and delay happening to all who have occasion to pass Kennebec River , in the town of Bangor, and county of Hancock.— That at some seasons of the year said river is wholly impassable near the seat of business in said Bangor, and at other times dangerous.— To remedy which difficulties your petitioners pray that they, with such others as shall be- come their associates, may be incorporated for the purpose of building a Bridge across said river, at Crane's Ferry , so called, where the fame is by law established—and that they may be allowed to receive such reasonable toll from persons crossing said bridge with their teams, horses, carriages or otherwise, as the Honorable Court shall deem to be just.—And your petitioners as in duty bound shall ever pray. JOHN BARKER, and 35 others. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In Senate, March 10, 1806.
ON the petition of John Barker and others, praying that they, with their associates may be incorporated for the purpose of building a bridge across Kennebec River , in the town of Bangor, in the county of Hancock, at Crane's Ferry , so called, where the fame is now by law established, and that they may be allowed to receive such reasonable toll as shall be thou- ght just and proper. ORDERED, that the Petitioners cause an attested copy of their petition with this order thereon, to be published in the Portland Ga- zette and Eastern Argus , printed in Portland, thirty days at least before the third Wednesday of the first session of the next General Court —that all persons concerned may then appear and show cause (if any they have) why the prayer of said petition should not be granted. Sent down for concurrence, H. G. OTIS, Speaker. In the House of Representatives, March 11, 1806. Read and concurred. TIMOTHY BIGELOW, Speaker. True Copy. Attest, W. DAVIS, Clerk of Senate.
More of Tiber's Bills. A Law having passed the Legislature prohibiting the issuing of, and making it highly penal to pass, the bills of private persons—and in obedience thereto all such bills were called in by the individuals who issued them, except those of Messrs. Taber & Son, who continued to circulate to a large amount; and nothing was done by them to prevent it. In consequence of which the Board of Directors of the Maine Bank advised with the Directors of Portland Bank, and sev- eral respectable persons, who thought said bills ought not to pass any longer, took mea- sures to stop their circulation, which they considered as injurious to the interest of said Bank, and the community at large—And in order that Messrs. Taber & Son should be incommoded thereby as little as possible, and to assist them in redeeming their bills, the Board agreed with them in writing, as follows: "Maine Bank, Sep. 19, 1805. Voted by the Board, that in order to sup- press the circulation of bills issued by private persons under five dollars, which prevent in a great measure the circulation of our own bills, and therefore injurious to the Bank; that this Board will, in consideration of the inconve- nience which may arise to John Taber & Son from the adopting proper and legal measures to suppress the passing of their bills, agree with them as follows:—1st, that they publish such advertisements in the Portland papers for calling in their bills, as shall be approved of by this board; and pledge their honors to use all due means in their power to prevent their circulation; and not to issue any more, di- rectly or indirectly.—2d. That the Bank re- ceive their bills, and make loans to them week- ly to the amount of what may be received; which bills shall be destroyed when their notes for the same are discounted; and further, will assist them in redeeming their bills by other loans; all which loans not to exceed the sum of ten thousand dollars in the whole—such notes to be renewed once without a check, if requested—This agreement to be made under the hands of the said Taber & Son, and sacred- ly adhered to on their part; and the Board hereby assure the said Taber & Son, that it shall be in like manner binding on them— Voted, that the foregoing be communicated to the Portland Bank, and also the said Taber & Son. Attest. DAVID HALE, Cashier. We the subscribers agree to the foregoing, and consider the same binding on our part.— Portland, September 24, 1805. JOHN TABER & SON. A true copy—Attest, D. HALE, Cashier."
In pursuance of the foregoing agreement, signed by the said Taber & Son, the Directors, considering in the good faith and honor the sum of 10,000 dollars, but more than twice that amount; and did every thing in their power to facilitate the redemption of said bills in the way most favorable to them— and not until the Board had full and satisfac- tory proof of the said Taber & Son's continu- ing to issue and pass their bills, contrary to their agreement made as aforesaid, did said Directors refuse (as by their advertisement of March 20th) to receive and redeem their bills and loan them money for that purpose. These facts existing, with what propriety could Messrs. Taber & Son come forward and de- clare to the public, that they thought the Directors could have no objection to their passing their bills and also insinuating that the Directors only refused to stop the passing of their bills while the small bills of said Bank were issuing and getting into circu- lation—and likewise alleging that the Directors had been misinformed about their passing their bills, when they themselves have confessed it.— How can the Directors be mistaken about the amount of their bills in circulation, when the market is full of them; and when they are in the pocket of every man who is able to carry money in it? And what must be the impre- ssion on every man's mind, when he is informed that more than 30,000 Dollars of Tiber's bills have already been taken in at the Bank, and carried in by others for redemption, and that they will continue largely in circulation, contrary to law, and contrary to the express agreement of the said Taber & Son; and even their pledged faith and honor—all then things are before the public, who will judge whether the Directors have, or have not, mis- placed their confidence. By order of the Board, April 4, 1806. DAVID HALE, Cashier.
A Farm for Sale. IN the town of Paris, one mile from the Village in Norway, very pleasantly situated on a road leading from Eastland to Portland—contains one hun- dred seventy five acres of land, seventy five of which are under good improvement—is easy of culture, and easy transport—a Barn 22 by 42 feet, and a small House; with a consider- able quantity of white pine timber, one mile from a Sawmill—It has been improved as two Farms—will be sold whole or in part, as best may suit the purchasers, with liberal credit for part of the payment—apply to JOHN ROBINSON, of said town, or Mr. Elizer Cale on the premises. Paris, April 14, 1806.
TO LET, THAT large and commodious HOUSE, situated in Free-Street , now oc- cupied by Mrs. Sarah Fox. As it is in con- templation to make many additions, it is worth the attention of any person intending to keep a BOARDING HOUSE or HOTEL, being situated in one of the best parts of the town for either of those purposes. For informa- tion, apply at No. 28, Long-Wharf. March 17. (bw)
Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In Senate, Feb. 28, 1806.
Whereas notwithstanding the re- peated indulgences of the Government to settlers on the lands belonging to this Com- monwealth in the District of Maine, there is still a number who neglect to pay the sums required for the lots on which they have re- spectively settled:
Therefore Be it Resolved, That the further time of twelve months from and after the passing this resolve be, and hereby is allowed such letters to pay the sums requir- ed for the respective lots on which they have settled; and all such settlers who shall not make payment within the time specified in this resolve, shall have their names together with the situation of the lots which they have taken up returned by the Agents for the sale of said lands to the Attorney-General of the Commonwealth who is hereby empow- ered and directed to eject such delin- quent settlers from the lots so taken up, in order that the Commonwealth may dispose of the same.
It is further Resolved, That the said Agents cause this resolve to be published 5 weeks successively in the Palladium , in Bos- ton, and all the Newspapers published in the District of Maine.
Sent down for concurrence, H. G. OTIS, President. In the House of Representatives, March 1. Read and concurred. TIMOTHY BIGELOW, Speaker. March 2, 1806.—By the Governor Approved CALEB STRONG. A true copy—Attest JOHN AVERY, Secretary.
The several printers in the District of Maine are desired to insert the above in their papers, three weeks successively. JOHN REED, } Agents for the Sale of WM. SMITH, } Eastern Lands.
To the Honorable the General Court, of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, now assembled at Boston, within and for said Commonwealth.
HUMBLY shews, the subscribers, that the road as now travelled, from Standish meeting house to Gorham corner (so called) in the county of Cumberland, is bad and very circuitous—that by reason of low lands, high and clayey hills, the travelling is rendered extremely difficult and tedious, for the inhab- itants of the extensive and flourishing back country to transport their lumber and pro- duce to Portland, the only sea port in the vicinity. The travelling being very consider- able from the States of Vermont and New- Hampshire to said Portland, and increasing yearly, the local situation of the town of Standish and Gorham makes it indispensably necessary for the inhabitants of said back country to pass through said town to Port- land. A straight road being made, or as straight as the situation of the country will admit of, from said Standish meeting house to Gorham corner, aforesaid, will shorten the distance one sixth part; and the land is capa- ble of making a better road than the one as now travelled, and avoid several long and tedious hills.
WHEREFORE, to remedy the inconven- ces before mentioned, your Petitioners pray this Honorable Court, to make them, with such others as may be their associates and successors a body corporate and politic, for the pur- pose of making a Turnpike Road in the most convenient and direct route from Gorham Corner aforesaid, to said Standish meeting- house, so as to meet the turnpike road alrea- dy granted, from said Standish Meeting house to Fryeburg, in the county of Oxford; with liberty of erecting such gate or gates on said road as may be thought proper and ne- cessary for taking and receiving such toll from the persons who may pass thereon with teams, carriages, horses, or otherwise as by law may be established, and to transact all and singular those things incident to like corporations, and for the good government of the same. And in duty bound will ever pray.
Lothrop Lewis, and 10 others. Jan. 20 1806.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In Senate Feb. 10 1806.
On the Petition of Lothrop Lewis and others praying that they may be incorporated for the purpose of erecting a turnpike road from Gorham Corner to Standish Meeting house, ordered that the Petitioners cause an attested copy of their petition with this order thereon, to be published three weeks success- ively in the Portland Gazette and Eastern Ar- gus , the last publication, to be twenty days at least before the second Wednesday of the first session of the next General Court, that all persons interested may then appear and show cause (if any they have) why the prayer of said petition should not be granted.
Sent down for Concurrence, H. G. OTIS, President. In the House of Representatives, Feb. 12 1806. Read and concurred. TIMOTHY BIGELOW, Speaker. Attest Copy—Attest, WENDELL DAVIS, Clerk of Senate.