Portland gazette, and Maine advertiser (Portland, Me.), 1806-03-10 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. 47 of Vol. VIII.]
MONDAY, MARCH 10, 1806.
[Whole No. 417.]
Articles omitted last week.
Senate of the United States, FEBRUARY 13.
Agreeably to notice, Mr. ADAMS brought in a bill, to prevent the abuse of the privileges and immunities enjoyed by foreign ministers within the United States, which was read and passed to a second reading.
A BILL,
To prevent the abuse of the privileges and immunities enjoyed by foreign ministers within the United States.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled—That from and after the passage of this act, if any foreign ambassador, minister, or other person, entitled to enjoy within the United States the privileges and immunities of a foreign minister, shall commit any violation of the municipal laws, which, if committed by a person amenable to the ordinary judicial authority of the place, where such ambassador, minister, or other person, may be at the time of committing such offence, would be indictable by a grand jury, and punishable by death, by corporal punishment, or by imprisonment or confinement to labour, the president of the U. States, upon application made to him by the executive authority of the state or territory where such offence may be committed, or upon the complaint to him of any person injured or aggrieved by such offence so committed, and upon facts, satisfactory to the said president, being furnished to him in support of such application of complaint, shall be, and hereby is, authorised to demand of the sovereign of the said offending ambassador, minister, or other person, justice upon the offender, and reparation to any person, or persons, thus injured or aggrieved; and in case of the refusal or neglect of the said sovereign, to comply with such demand for justice and reparation, the president of the United States is hereby further authorised, to order such ambassador, minister, or other person so offending, to depart from the United States, and the territories thereof; or to send him home to his sovereign, according to the aggravation of the offence, and at his the said president's direction.
Sect. 2. And be it further enacted, That from and after the passage of this act, if any foreign ambassador, minister, or other person entitled to enjoy within the United States the privileges and immunities of a foreign minister, shall within the United States or the territories thereof, commit any act of hostility or enter into any conspiracy against the government of the United States, or shall personally insult or treat with disrespect the president of the United States for the time being, the said president shall be, and is hereby authorised, at his discretion, to order the said ambassador, minister, or other person so offending, to withdraw from the seat of government and the territory of Columbia, or to depart from the United States and the territories thereof; and in case of refusal or neglect by such ambassador, minister, or other person, as aforesaid, to obey such order within a reasonable time, of which the said president shall judge, the said president shall be, and is hereby further authorised, to send the said ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid, home to his sovereign; and in either case to demand of the sovereign, the punishment of such offending ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid, according to the nature and aggravation of the offence; and conformably to the laws of nations.
Sect. 3. And be it further enacted, That in every case, when the president of the United States shall, under the authority of this act, order any foreign ambassador, minister, or other person entitled to enjoy within the United States the privileges and immunities of a foreign minister, to withdraw from the seat of
government and the territory of Columbia; or to depart from the United States, and the territories thereof; or shall send any such offending ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid, home to his sovereign; the said president shall, in the order given to such ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid to depart, or to withdraw, signify the offence upon which such order shall be founded; and shall assign to the sovereign of the said ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid, the reasons for which such order shall have been given, or for which the said ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid shall be sent home; particularly specifying that such proceedings are not on account of any national differences, but on account of the personal misconduct of such ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid.
FOREIGN ARTICLE.
BRUNN, Nov. 14.
Extract of a Letter.
"What the Turks attempted in vain in the end of the 17th century, fortune has permitted the barbarians of the 19th century to perpetrate. Our capital, ere you receive this letter, is in the power of the slaves of Bonaparte, and will endure the most merciless, as well as the most disgraceful bondage.
"You remember no doubt, an insurrection of the populace at Vienna last summer, under pretence of dearths of provisions. By the confession of the insurgents it was discovered, that Bonaparte, so early as that period, meditated upon passing his Christmas in that city, though at the time we were in profound peace with France; if an epocha can be called peace, where one state dares and attempts every thing, and others endure in impotent indignation the most provoking outrages. Since the emissaries of Bonaparte and Talleyrand have disseminated the most absurd reports, and held out the most seducing promises, among my fellow subjects. On one part, they have libelled our present beloved sovereign and his house, and held out a change of dynasty as a blessing which would finish all our suffering: on the other part, a destruction of the privileged classes, and a confiscation of their property, have been preached as an allurements to the ambitious, as well to the avaricious; to entice him who envied rank, as well as him who speculated upon plunder.
"The horrors committed by Bonaparte's soldiers every where on their march from Bavaria, will be retaliated upon them, should our forces, or those of our allies, obtain a signal victory; a defeat will not only disband, but annihilate the usurper's satellites, because every where the people are secretly armed, and avowedly exasperated, and a routed French army must inevitably be a destroyed one.
"Notwithstanding what the French papers have stated to the contrary, the Russian troops have every where preserved the greatest discipline and order, and the greatest cordiality subsists both between the armies of the two nations and between the two sovereigns and their ministers. In all the battles a kind of loyal emulation had subsisted. Where in the last glorious action at Krems, the Russian gen. Kutusow had a horse killed under him, our gen. Schmidt rode up, took his place and was killed. This is a great loss; he had risen from the ranks only from his talents. An aid-de-camp of Kutusow on seeing our gen. fall, headed for some minutes our united forces, until his chief had recovered from his surprise and confusion; but he too was severely wounded. The French fought desperately, because Bonaparte has tried to persuade them, that those who surrendered will afterwards be murdered; and that they are too far from their country to be avenged if injured, or exchanged if vanquished.
For the PORTLAND GAZETTE.
THE Argus man has republished something from a Baltimore paper that looks a good deal more like truth than what he usually extracts, and as applied to Jefferson and his supporters more than he is aware of: He seems to know so little of the real character of Jefferson, or the qualities and dispositions that recommend individuals to his notice and patronage, that as often as he publishes the truth or any thing looking that way , it as certainly hits a great man as did the arrow from the bow drawn at a venture; and did we not know the fact to be otherwise, we should very naturally conclude, from his publications, he must have lately been imported from the land of magpies and prairie dogs ; a country abounding with salt mountains, as the republicans are made to believe on the opinion of professor Waterhouse, who says it must be so, because he once saw a lump of salt in old Spain bigger than a baboon's head.
"In vain," says the Baltimore Ev. Post, as published in the Argus, "shall the profligate and wicked assail the character of Jefferson, &c. &c. And good reason why—people do not usually cut off the limb they believe themselves to stand safely upon. The truth is notorious, that precisely such characters as are commonly denominated by the terms of profligate and wicked are to be found plentifully among those whom Jefferson seems to have taken delight in patronizing; and such persons must be fools indeed to assail their best friend. Disappointed expectations, however, seem to make an exception to this rule. For we find that the " villain and paltroon " CALLENDER , when he found that Jefferson did not incline to gratify him; or, as he said, to comply with his stipulation and reward him for his villainy in defaming Washington and Adams, he turned about and actually assailed the character of Jefferson, as the republican party now wish to have it believed;—and this is true enough, if to speak the truth of a man is to assail his character; for Callender gave Jefferson's character a pretty good shaking! And this " villain ," as he proved by facts appealed to, had been on the most intimate and familiar terms with Jefferson while he was candidate for the presidency. These facts too are of such a nature that Jefferson could not but have known he was connecting himself with a ' villain .' But Jefferson wanted him for an electioneering tool . All this is very well—Demagogues and such as engage ' rogues and paltroons ' in their service, must expect to be deserted by them the moment the employers cease to shell out the rimo . One would have supposed that Jefferson's acquaintance in France had taught him enough of such characters to know that if Callender, for two or three fifty dollar bills from him, would write the Prospect before us , to slander Washington and Adams, would as readily speak the truth of himself when he was out of cash, and believed the truth would give currency to the paper he was
then editing. Many have expressed a surprise that Jefferson did not give this employed villain a little larger bone in order to stop his mouth; and have been almost disposed to reject the fact of employment as incredible; for, say they, if he was wile enough to employ him, certainly he would take care to have bribed him after his villainy was over. Those who reason in this manner might not know that Jefferson wanted to save as much of his twenty-five thousand dollars as he could, and that he had too many such characters as Callender in his employ to satisfy them all consistently with his views of private economy, and that sooner or later he must break with some of them; and by beginning with the first he might put a check on the others.
Something like what Callender declared of Jefferson falling from his word to him , has lately dropped from another of those choice characters who was for some time a fellow labourer with him in slanderering Washington and Adams, and who rendered Jefferson most essential service during his electioneering campaign. This is Duane ; a man pretty well known in the history of criminal prosecutions in most quarters of the globe, where justice is regarded. He has more than once intimated that he put Jefferson into the chair of state, and has most wonderful secrets in keeping, and unless Jefferson treats him to his wishes, he shall out with them. Hence the President lives in perpetual fear, and of late, 'tis said, rarely looks into the Aurora , Duane's paper, least he shall see published to the world a second edition of the bale means he made use of to get into the presidency. But as certainly as their is an overruling providence in the affairs of public, as well as private men, these means will eventually be made known—and Jefferson's true character will be fully understood by the people of the United States, and held in great detestation.
According to Crito's truth before noticed, has not Jefferson actually rewarded villains and paltroons ? What inducement then can profligate and wicked men have to assail or slander him? Have they not before their eyes too many examples of his patronizing such characters to leave it doubtful whether he does not consider them as suitable men for public office as those of the opposite character?—Is there a man in the United States so unacquainted with the history of men and things for the last twenty or thirty years as to believe that Jefferson would ever have courted the friendship of Tom Paine , had he not proclaimed himself an infidel , wrote against the religion of the country, and joined the French rabble in defaming Washington and Adams? What but these crimes was Paine noted for, at the time, he became the object of Jefferson's courtship?
Who can point out a single honorable and virtuous action in the life of Stanley Griswold as a recommendation to the office of Secretary to a Province? On the other hand every body acquainted with him must know he ranks well among Crito's
" villains and paltroons ,"—for scarcely can there be named an upright, honest and dignified friend to the country whom he did not endeavor to defame and traduce after he became the editor of a newspaper—This first brought him out of obscurity, and most undoubtedly pointed him out to Jefferson as a candidate for his employ.
Let the whole life of that Armstrong , now at the Court of France, be inspected, and by what act was he ever distinguished above the level of the most ignorant soldier in the American army, except what report attributes to him, that he wrote some seditions letters at the close of the revolutionary war in which the author abused Washington and endeavoured to raise a mutiny among the troops? Was it for this act of supposed enmity to Washington, that Jefferson thought him qualified for the high station he now fills? The letter this viper of administration, wrote to the Treasurer of French Finance, respecting the ship New Jersey , will remain a lasting monument, of disgrace to the author, and tend to open the eyes of the deluded people of this country to the incapacity or gross inattention of Jefferson in the selection of men for places of public trust.
What was the character of the late Attorney of the United States for the district of N. York? Will any man who has a regard to his own reputation, and an acquaintance with the most prominent actions of Livingston's life, pretend that, at the time Jefferson appointed him, his real character was not that of a profligate, wicked man , and that Jefferson well knew it? Those of Jefferson's friends who have undertaken to defend this appointment say that he would not make it till Livingston procured good bondsmen in the sum of a hundred thousand dollars—This of itself demonstrates that he was an improper person for the office; because it is not usual to require securities of attorneys for districts. But Livingston , had reviled Washington and Adams, and had been a staunch voter for Jefferson; and he must be rewarded. However he was not satisfied with the profits of the office, tho' they amounted to three or four thousand dollars a year, but having collected fifty or sixty thousand dollars of public money, he took French leave of his dear republican patron , and marched off to the land of salt mountains , with that money in his pocket, and is now spending it in riotous living under the immediate government of Jefferson himself!
Has not Jefferson nominated Aaron Burr , as ambassador to one of the principal courts in Europe? I have read something to this effect in the Chronicle ; but that paper, like most of those in the pay of administration is not noted for truth; and this may be false; but if it be true, will a murderer ever hereafter speak ill of Mr. Jefferson? Will not rogues, rascals, and scoundrels of all grades in crime, take encouragement, when they see a murderer dignified with the first appointments in the power of the President to make, and look

the chief of state for patronage and rely on their crimes as the best recommendation?
Is there not too much reason, from strong circumstantial evidence, to believe, that Gallatin's connections with the insurgents of Pennsylvania, and his incessant opposition to Washington and Adams were the principle traits in his character that recommended him to Jefferson for the office he now holds?
Did not every man of good morals feel hurt, and the true dignity of the country insulted by the nomination of — as minister to Spain? What was his conduct there? The letters wrote by that Court intimating a desire for his recall, will give satisfaction on this head. But since the administration has fallen into the hands of Republicans, republicanism is said to consist in keeping the people ignorant of public men and public measures. NEQUOSSETT, Feb. 20, 1806.
Congress.
Senate of the United States, FEB. 20.
Mr. Adams, from the committee to whom was referred the bill, to prevent the abuse of the privileges and immunities enjoyed by foreign ministers within the United States; reported the same with the following
AMENDMENT.
Sec. 4 And be it further enacted , That whenever the President of the U. S. shall, under the authority of the laws of nations and of this act, send any foreign ambassador, minister or other person as aforesaid, to offend, home to his sovereign, he shall issue his warrant to any officer, civil or military, under the authority of the U. S. States, commanding him to provide for the departure of the said ambassador, minister, or other person as aforesaid, so offending, taking due precautions to avoid all improper or unnecessary violence in executing said warrant.—And all officers, civil or military, under the authority of the U. S. States, are required to be obedient to such warrant.
House of Representatives.
THURSDAY, FEB. 13.
A bill authorizing a long credit for lands sold to G. Rapp and others, in Indiana, for the cultivation of the vine, after a very long debate, passed to a third reading. It appears the petitioners are about 3000 Württemberg emigrants, who have congregated for the purpose of raising the vine in the U. S. Being poor, they petitioned for a credit of twelve years for 23,000 acres of land, at two dollars per acre.—They are bound to plant 9000 plants the first year, and 3000 annually. The bill was opposed by Messrs. Gregg, Olin, Mason, Jackson, Crommelin, &c. and advocated by Messrs. M'Creery, Findley, Conrad, Sloan, Bedinger, Lyon, Holland, &c. Mr. Sloan said, "Though I drink no wine myself, I have no wish to prevent others; for I think it may often be serviceable." Mr. Smilie said, "I cannot say that I drink no wine, for I certainly do when I can get it. Nor do I object to the petitioners because they are foreigners; for I am an European, fled from oppression, and a great part of Pennsylvania is settled with such characters."
Tuesday, February 18.
Mr. Crowninshield reported a bill in favor of Nicklin and Griffith, and a bill in favor of John M'Fadon and Francis Jobonnet, which were twice read and referred to the committee of the whole for tomorrow.
Mr. Nicholson presented the memorial and petition of Josiah W. King, late a clerk in the office of the clerk of the house. The memorial accuses the clerk of the house of misconduct in the disbursement of public money, and of withholding from the petitioner some just dues. Referred to the committee of accounts.
The bill in favor of George Rapp and his associates—The ayes and nays were called on the question of inserting interest; the ayes were 61—the nays 44.
A message was received from the President of the U. S. containing a
report of the state of the fortifications, navy yards, &c. in the U. S.—also a confidential message, on which the doors were closed for a short time.
The bill for declaring Jersey a port of delivery, and for erecting a light house on Wood Island (Maine) was read a third time and passed.
Mr. Findley called up the bill for incorporating the Presbyterian society in Georgetown. The bill was long, and was read by sections.
Mr. Dawson in the chair. One section authorized a lottery for finishing the church.
Mr. Clark moved to strike out the section—you would not convert your church into a gambling house—I never considered that religion of the best kind which was supported by lotteries.
Mr. Sloan. I am for striking out—I never will consent to an act authorizing public gambling.
Mr. Clark. Corporations of all kinds, but more particularly ecclesiastical corporations, are objects of my particular hatred. Religion I do not consider of this world; I am no enemy to it, however I adore it—to try the principle of the bill, I move to strike out the first section.
Mr. Southard. I can see no possible objection to an act of incorporation in this as well as other cases.—There are many advantages a society of this nature cannot enjoy, without incorporation. Donations from the wealthy, who often bequeath sums for the benefit of religion, cannot be held without such incorporation.
Mr. Sloan. We have no acts of incorporation in the society in which I was brought up (the Quakers) yet we find no difficulty in the management of our affairs; no difficulty in receiving gifts. I abhor all ecclesiastical corporations; congress never has, and I hope never will, stain its pages with an act of this sort.
Mr. Smilie. I hope the gentleman from New Jersey will not frighten himself with the echo of his own words—no evil can result from this act. The opinion of the Quakers is, that no money ought to a lit them in their passage to heaven; others believe that money is employed to the best advantage in this way; hence the quakers never pay those that preach for them; while almost all other classes of Christians do.—The gentleman from New Jersey surely does not wish to forbid a clergyman's payment. I hope that citizens of different persuasions may all have a full enjoyment of their modes of religious worship.
Mr. Elmer. There never was a nation without religious establishments. All sects, except the Quakers, pay their preacher; and if the preachers among the Quakers have not a direct salary, they find means to obtain something of that kind indirectly, though not from direct funds. Considered in a moral, political and religious view, these acts of incorporation, are highly necessary and proper for the well being of society.
Mr. Clark. This is the first request that has been made to congress for a religious incorporation; if we check it now, we may check what may hereafter prove an immense evil: it is from small beginnings that great disasters usually rise. Should this bill pass, I foresee what may perhaps in time come to pass: I can foresee the practice of pious frauds: the priests' dressed in their canonicals, attending the rich man on his dying bed, and urging the repenting sinner to part with a portion of his wealth for the good of the church, and for the obtainment of a certain passport to heaven.
Mr. Findley. This is an accommodation congress only can grant, and which is enjoyed in all the states.
Mr. Nicholson. I never knew an application of this kind to be refused in the state, a part of which I have the honor to represent. In the legislature of that state, half a dozen applications of this sort would have been granted, in the time we have already spent in this unnecessary and shameful debate.—Why should we refuse? If a society of Hindoos in the district should make such an application, I should not think of refusing them a moment.—If the dying rich man believes the bestowment of a part of his wealth for the benefit of religion, will be a deed rendering him more acceptable to heaven; shall he be deprived of this right to give, because another thinks otherwise.
Mr. Ray of Tennessee, moved to
postpone the consideration of the bill till the 1st of May.
Mr. Smilie spoke against postponement.
Mr. Quincy. I had not intended to open my mouth on a subject that appeared to me so plain; where our duty was so apparent; but the debate has taken so strange a turn, that I must make a few remarks.—This is a mere civil act; religion has nothing to do with it, so far as we are concerned in granting or refusing the application. I never knew an application of this kind to be refused—it is an application for the grant of certain powers to a certain number of persons; it is like an application for the incorporation of a bank, or anything similar; congress have only to inquire whether or not the ends are proper; whether the powers asked are, or are not likely to be, injurious. The gentleman from Virginia [Mr. Clark] says, that incorporations of all kinds, particularly ecclesiastical, are objects of his great abhorrence; the object of his abhorrence must then be very numerous; for they almost every where abound. In Massachusetts nothing can be more common. The incorporation of a religious society is not for the mere purpose of enabling such a society to receive the gifts that may be bequeathed them; the incorporation is for the purpose of enabling a society, or number of persons, to transact their business, to hold property, to sue and be sued, &c. Property they must hold; and, if not held as a corporate body, they must hold it as joint tenants, tenants in common, or they must have trustees to hold it for them, or a part must hold as trustees for the rest; and hence arise innumerable difficulties, litigation, and disagreements; difficulties that will not arise in corporate bodies. You have only to take care, when an act of incorporation is granted, that no powers be granted that may have an injurious effect.
Mr. Southard. The incorporation of almost all societies is for the advantage of the public; the incorporation of religious bodies has ever been beneficial to morals, and to society at large—it enables them to give and receive justice; to sue and be sued. The benefits of incorporation are innumerable; what were society without them; what are we but a corporate body.
The bill passed to a third reading by a large majority.
The bill in favour of George Rapp and his associates, was read a third time, and on the question for its final passage, the ayes and noes were called, and were, 46 for it, and 46 against it; the speaker was with the noes.
The house adjourned.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 12.
A message was received from the president containing a concise statement of the progress and discoveries of capt. Lewis and his company, up the Missouri, &c. accompanied with voluminous documents, consisting of letters, descriptions, &c. Ordered to be printed.
The house was mostly engaged in petitions, reports and business of a private nature during the day.
The bill for incorporating the Presbyterian society in Georgetown, was read a third time and passed: Ayes 72, noes 40.
The bill for laying a tax on slaves hereafter imported, was called up by Mr. Sloan; and after a variety of amendments, was ordered to be engrossed for a third reading on Monday next.
Massachusetts Legislature.
SATURDAY, MARCH 1.
Agreeably to the Resolution of the two houses, the Ten Indian Chiefs now in this town, were introduced to the several Departments of the Government of this Commonwealth.
They were attended by the Adjutant and Commissary-Generals, an officer of the United States army and their Interpreters.
They were received by His Excellency The Governor, in the Council Chamber; who gave them a cordial welcome; expressed his satisfaction on seeing them in good health; and his best wishes, that when they should return to their Nations, they might have a safe and pleasant journey; and find their brethren and friends well and happy. The Sachem of the tribes made a suitable acknowledgment.
They were then introduced to the Hon. Senate; when the Hon. Mr.
Otis, the President, welcomed them in these words:
FRIENDS AND BROTHERS! You are welcome to the Council Fire of the Senate of Massachusetts . May it serve as an emblem of the bright and ardent friendship which should always be cherished between the United States and your nations. You have travelled an immense distance to visit us.
The President of the United States is your friend, and he has sent you through the country to learn from your own experience, that all our chiefs and people are your friends.
You will have the satisfaction of reporting to your warriours and tribes that they are the Allies of a great people, whose power will be always exerted for their happiness and protection.
We have requested the Chief of our State to present you with Silver Chains, from which you may suspend the Portraits which you wear of the Chief of the whole nation; and thence form an idea of the strong chains which connect each state with a common Father.
Explain this to your children.
May the great Spirit who presides over the vast wilderness and the cultivated region, protect your wigwams and families in your absence, and lead you to your native tribes through paths free from thorns and every danger!
This address being translated to the Chiefs by their interpreters, Tatsehaga, the Chief Ofage Sachem, advanced, gave the President his hand, and replied as follows:—
BROTHERS, We have come from the rising to the setting of the sun to visit you.
Our complexions differ from yours, but our hearts are of the same colour, and you ought to love us, for we are the original and true Americans.
When you read what is written on the medals which we wear on the outside, you may also read what is written on our hearts.
We thank your people for all your kindness.
Our fathers sent us to see the town of Boston, for which we are glad; for we hear it is an old town, and the root of all the other towns. We are also glad that you intend to give us the chains, and we shall tell our children and people what you say about them.
We wish we could see your people under arms—Our brothers, who came to New-York last year saw your warriours and were much pleased; and we are concerned, that we cannot have as much to say to our nations as they had, about your warriours.
We shall always be your friends.
In the House of Representatives seats were assigned the Indians, in the area in front of the Speaker's chair; to which they were introduced by a committee of the House.—The members sat covered, until the Visitors entered, when they all rose, and uncovered.—The Visitors and the House were then seated;—when the Hon. Mr. Bigelow, the Speaker, rose, and made the Chiefs welcome in the following talk:—
BROTHERS,
We bid you welcome to our Great Council Fire.
We congratulate you upon your prosperous journey and safe arrival among us.
Our fathers were not acquainted—Let it be otherwise with us and our children.
It is our sincere wish that the chain of friendship between us and our children may always be kept bright.
Our two Great Council Fires have requested our Great and Good Chief, The Governor, your Father, to present each of you a Silver Chain , as a token of our friendship.
Though we differ in complexion, let us agree in friendship and good will. Let there be no striving between us except to outdo each other in acts of kindness and benevolence. Let there be perpetual peace between us.
BROTHERS, Carry back to your respective nations our best wishes for their welfare and prosperity.
We pray the Great Spirit to grant them success in their hunting and in all their laudable enterprises:—And that he would bestow on them genial seasons and abundance of the fruits of the earth.
Tell your nations that their white brethren, the people of the United
States, have received and treated you with kindness and friendship; and that we ask no return but that our people may be received and treated with kindness and friendship when they go among your nations.
When you shall think proper to return home we pray the Great Spirit to guide and preserve you, and to grant you blue skies and a prosperous journey.
BROTHERS, We again bid you welcome to our Great Council Fire.
Tatsehaga, then advanced to the Chair, and answered the Speaker, as follows:—
BROTHERS, We have received nothing but kindness and friendship since we came among the white people. From the place where our Great Father, the President, resides, whose image we bear on our medals, we have been treated with kindness and friendship throughout our journey.—And we doubt not we shall meet with the same on our return. We find you are all one people. Though our skins are red, we have hearts like yours.—Our hearts are white.—Our ears are open to your advice. We shall tell our people how kindly you have treated us, and the advice you have given us. They will be glad of it, and be in peace and friendship with you.
He made three pauses in his answer, which were interpreted by the linguists.
The Speaker's address was thus communicated:—After he had delivered a full sentence, one of the Linguists who speaks English and French, but does not understand Indian, communicated it to another Linguist, who speaks French and Indian, but not English; and he communicated to the Chiefs, in the Ofage language.
* The medal is stamped with the word "Peace and Friendship." † It was on this intimation of the Ofage Chief, that the Senate requested His excellency the Commander in Chief, to order the military parade of Monday.
A resolve granting 10,000 acres of land to William Eaton, in consideration of his public services, passed, in concurrence with the Hon. Senate. [His Excellency The Governor, now here, has approved the resolution; and has transmitted a copy of it, to Gen. Eaton, at Washington.]
The Senate on Tuesday unanimously concurred with the House, in the appointment of JAMES BRICKER, Esq. to be Major-General of the second division of the Militia of this Commonwealth. Much credit is due to Gen. DERBY, who had before been appointed in the Senate to this honorable office, for declining a competition with the veteran officer now appointed; and for voting for, and requesting his friends to support the election of Gen. BRICKER.
By the Mails.
NORFOLK, FEB. 19.
"A Gentleman of this place, received by last mail, a letter from a Member of Congress at Washington, which states, that dispatches had been received the day before from Mr. Mounroe at London, stating that the disposition of the Court of St. James, towards this country was much more friendly than heretofore."
WASHINGTON, FEB. 19.
Cowardice and Barbarity.—A very shocking report is in circulation, from the Mediterranean.—It is stated, that commodore Rodgers, of the navy, and Capt. Gale, of the Marines, having had some words on the subject of a severe punishment inflicted upon a marine by the Commodore's orders;—The officers having parted the combatants; and Capt. G. hinting to the Commodore that when they arrived in the U. S. he should call him to account, the commodore drew his dirk, and stabbed capt. Gale (who was unarmed) thrice, when he fell and died.
NEWYORK, FEB. 27.
West India Fleets.—Captain Hopper, who arrived at Alexandria, on Saturday last, in 17 days from St. Thomas, informs, that a French fleet consisting of 7 ships of the line and 16 frigates, passed St. Thomas, steering towards the city of St. Domingo, and that a Danish fleet, who arrived at St. Thomas, informs that they had arrived and were at

ing troops. The British fleet passed St. Thomas six days after, consisting of 7 sail of the line, one frigate and a brig, and about half an hour after, a ship of the line got under way from Tortola and followed; they steered for the city of St Domingo, where it is probable they will overtake the French.
NEWYORK, FEB. 28.
St. Domingo Blockade! —Captain Mathews, of the fchr. Hannah Bartley, from Curacao, informs, that 12 days since, off the city of St. Domingo, he fell in with a squadron of British men of war blockading the French fleet in that harbour. It being night, and blowing a heavy gale, Capt. M. could not ascertain the precise number of ships—he counted nine, one of which appeared to be disabled.—Capt. M. was spoken by one of the British ships.
Dreadful Fire. —The number of dwelling-houses, ware houses, and stores, destroyed in Wilmington , (N. Carolina) by the dreadful fire, which raged there the 11th inst. amounted to 68; and the loss of property estimated, at 150,000 dollars. It began in a bake-house, about 4 o'clock in the morning; in the same spot where the great fire in 1798 commenced.
The Gazette.
MONDAY, March 10, 1806.
FEDERAL NOMINATIONS.
TO THE CITIZENS OF MAINE. *FREEMEN! ATTEND!
BE worth, like theirs, approv'd, And shew by active deeds how strong you're mov'd With mighty voice this solemn truth prolong, The Friends of VIRTUE are the Friends of STRONG.
We have received several communications upon the approaching election—They all unite in favor of the following nominations:
For Governor, HIS EXCELLENCY CALEB STRONG, Esquire.
Lieutenant Governor, HIS HONOR EDWARD H. ROBBINS, Esq.
Cumberland Senators. Hon. WOODBURY STORER, and Hon. JOHN CUSHING, Esq's.
York Senators. Hon. ANDREW P. FERNALD, Hon. JOSEPH LELAND, Esq'r.
Lincoln, Hancock, and Kennebec Senators. Hon. DAVID COBB, Hon. MARK L. HILL, Esq's.
OF EUROPE.
The following is the only article of Foreign Intelligence which has reached us, in the course of the last week—it was received at Newyork, by a gentleman arrived from St. Kitts, who informed that the December Packet had arrived at Barbadoes, bringing London dates to December 25—The information is said to be as follows:
"That General Craig, from Malta, with about 6000 British troops and 30,000 Russians from Corfu, had landed on the Venetian territory, turned the right wing of Massena's army, who was pursuing the Archduke Charles; a bloody action ensued, the French defeated, and Massena killed. That two Russian armies amounting to 160,000 men, had joined the Emperor of Germany near Omutz. That Bonaparte (whose army were in great want of supplies) was retreating in the greatest confusion. That the king of Prussia had marched a large army into Franconia—And, that a considerable Prussian force had joined the British army in the Electorate of Hanover."
From WASHINGTON, Feb. 25. "I have not written you for some time, because there has been nothing of consequence to inform you of. Congress continue to do nothing, or what is worse than nothing. Trifling bills, foolish resolutions, and unimportant reports, employ their time, while the great concerns of the nation remain unnoticed. How can we account for this willful neglect of duty?—For I can call it nothing else. I believe the true reason is, that the democrats are fearful of putting in execution those energetic measures, which they know are necessary for the honor & safety of the nation, because they will be obliged to increase taxes to support such measures.—I am well known, that such a step would deprive them of their present power and popularity, earned by false pretences and deceit. Therefore they insist on doing nothing, but make a show of doing something. For this purpose the militia bill was passed. A democratic member was heard to say, not long since, that the Congress had been in session ten weeks, they had not done so much business, as they could easily have transacted in ten days. That he thought it more prudent to adjourn immediately, than continue in their present mode of wasting time and money." Now if one of their own party confess their sins, may we not believe a part of what is said of their conduct, by every body?
"Yesterday the St. Domingo bill was brought before the House, and postponed till to-day, in order that all the members might well consider the expediency of passing it. Those who wished a postponement, intend to amend it, by forbidding foreign vessels coming hither, and carrying our produce to St. Domingo. I think it will not pass without some amendment of the like kind."
"Mr. Randolph also revived his resolutions about the removal of the Judges at the will of two thirds of the legislature. It was referred to the House for Monday next. A motion was made to have it postponed indefinitely, which quite roused Mr. Randolph, and loosed the strings of his tongue, which have for sometime been confined by illness. He lectured the house handsomely, for their unpardonable delays in the business of the nation, during his absence or sickness, and told them, in plain language, that they had done nothing.—He said they moved the postponement of his resolutions, on pretence of acting upon more important business; when, in fact, they intended no such thing, but merely to introduce some trifling question. So, said he, is every important question deferred, on similar grounds, and every thing left to the close of the session, when nothing can be done. What effect this lecture will have, I cannot say. Tho' Mr. Randolph is very sick, and looks more like a candidate for the grave, than a proper person to be in Congress, he is not inactive, but is again rallying his party, and may yet make a formidable appearance. "In Senate the appearance of something is going on. Gen. Smith's bill, concerning our differences with Great Britain, has passed, and is now before the President. How he will determine is very dubious. If we negotiate, it will be very desirable to send a Minister; but how can that be done without offending Monroe, by implying that he is inadequate to the business? Mr. Madison, perhaps, would have no objection to this step; but the President has, and I think will not consent to it.—The committee are prepared to report in favor of the claimants in the Yazoo business.—The brig Hornet will certainly sail from Newyork soon, because the officers have left Washington."
MESSERS. ADAMS & JENKS. An inhabitant of Lincoln County wishes to offer to the public, the Hon. DAVID COBB, and Hon. MARK L. HILL, Esq's. as Senators of the Counties Lincoln, Hancock & Washington . They are men in whom are united religion, virtue, and respectability; and as they have been in the Senate, it is hoped every friend to the federal republican cause will exert himself to replace those gentlemen once more in that honorable body. Union, is only necessary fellow citizens, therefore do not support other Candidates in preference to these.
MARRIED. At Saco, Mr. William Eldridge, to Miss Lewis, daughter of Capt. John Lewis. At Brunswick, by P. O. Alden, Esq. Mr. Ezekiah Wyman, to Miss Betsy Bishop. In Portland, Mr. Nathaniel Pierce, to Miss Maria Adams.
DIED. At Newgloucester, on the 28th ult. Mrs. Hannah, the amiable consort of Joseph E. Foxcraft, Esq aged 29. "Blest are the dead who die in the Lord." Drowned, at sea, 15 days from Portland, Phoebe Hatch, aged 24. At Portland, Rev. Samuel Haven, D.D. aged 79. Fatal Accident—Instantaneously killed by the fall of a tree, on Thursday, Feb. 27, at Kennebec, Mr. Aaron Stackpole, merchant, of that place, aged 27. In Carrabec, John Lyle, Esq. Consul of the U.S. In New Ipswich, (N.H.) Dea. Isaac Appleton, aged 74. At Andover, Mrs. Phebe, wife of Joshua Hall. At Salem, Mrs. Burbank, wife of Mr. E. B. At Newton, Mr. John Thwing, aged 24. At Braintree, the 3d inst. Capt. Samuel Whitmarsh aged 75. In Boston, Miss Rebecca L. Jenkins, aged 25,
THIS may certify all whom it may concern, that we Josiah Mearan and Amos Knight , of Falmouth have been appointed Inspectors of Beef by Capt. John Jones , Deputy Inspector from October 1804, and faithfully discharging our duty, by packing into the same number for which it was inspected, and putting into each barrel the full quantity of salt and sugar required by the law of the Commonwealth.
J. Mearan, Amos Knight.
No. 2, and 3 Beef fold Messrs. Soper and Stephenon, was received from Mr. Mitchell in October 1804, and fold 1st August 1805—e vessel was 60 days on her passage to Surinam, and before the beef was fold there it had been packed 14 months. The Beef was fold by Capt. Stephenon, for about 26 dollars pr. barrel, under the presumption that there was but little difference between that and No. 1 and 2, but when it was delivered, and the merchant found he had given so extravagant a price, for No. 3 beef, he very naturally asked for a deduction, which was allowed—There is sufficient proof of the Beef being packed according to law. And what Mr. Tuffs is pleased to call the Shin, is by packers of beef called the Leg Rand , which the law allows to be packed into No 2.—The few barrels of No. 2, Beef that was not in good order, must have been owing to the length of time it had been packed (which was fourteen months) and not to neglect of the packers.
THE subscribers, having been appointed by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. to receive and examine the claims of creditors to the estate of JOSEPH DOY, late of Stanislaus , in the county of Cumberland, Gentleman, 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 the Widow Lucy Doy , in said Stanislaus , on the fourth Monday of March, and the five following months, from two to seven of the clock, in the afternoon. Theodore Muller, J. D. Tucker.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed and has taken upon himself the trust of administrator on the estate of THOMAS SHED, late of Portland, in said county, butcher, 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 Thomas Shed.
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 RACHEL JACKSON, late of Raymond, in the county of Cumberland, Widow, 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 Benjamin A. Richardson.
Found. IN this town, a piece of ENGLISH GOODS. The owner may have it again by proving property and paying for this advertisement. Apply to JEREMIAH KIMBALL.
Stop him! Catch him! 100 Dollars Reward. A Person by the name of ALEXANDER CALDER , hired a Horse and Sleigh of the subscriber on the 29th of January last to go to Boston, and was to return in 5 or 6 days—He has not yet returned, and it is supposed he means not to return.—He was seen in Boston in the beginning of February, in company with a Mr. Roberts, who was confined in Portland jail as a swindler.—The Horse was of a chestnut color, with a large white stripe in his face—Yellow Sleigh, with red runners, and red inside. Said Calder is a Tailor by trade, and is lame in both feet more particularly his left, and wears boots; he carries a crutch under his left arm—Whoever will apprehend said Calder, and bring him to Portland jail, shall receive Seventy Dollars Reward ; or if the Horse and Sleigh, or either of them is secured, a proportionable reward will be given, by Ebenezer Painé.
Lunar Observations. THE subscriber has received a short, easy and accurate method of calculating Lunar Observations by Bonn's Lunar Tables first introduced into the United States by Mr. Sam Naylor, Boston—by which the true Longitude at sea, may be found in a few minutes of time. This method is soon learned, and not easily forgotten. The whole expense of a Plate, Formula to direct, and instructing their use, ten Dollars.—Taught and sold at Union School . Navigation, Surveying and Bookkeeping, taught as usual. A few Scholars may be accommodated at the Day-School, if application is made soon. WILLIAM MOODY.
FOR SALE. A SHIP of the following dimensions:—68 feet keel, 24 beam, 10 feet 10 inches hold, and 4 feet 9 inches between decks, built all of oak (principal part white) by an approved workman, under the inspection of the owners, and can be completed and launched in six or seven weeks. Also, The Hull of a Vessel, which will be completed on the first of June next, of the following dimensions:—64 feet keel, 24 feet beam, 9 feet hold—Terms liberal—apply to L. WEEKS & SON.
FOR SALE, By Thomas Hovey, No. 16, Long-Wharf, 200 casks of Lime, 25 hhds. West India Rum, of a good flavor.
Clarified Blubber. FOR Sale, a few Barrels clarified Blubber—Inquire of A. FERNALD, Cooper.
William Davis, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has commenced business on Ingraham's Wharf , next door to J. M. Ingraham's Store—where he has for sale, English and West India Goods, and Groceries, on very reasonable terms—among which are, Rum, Brandy, Gin, and Wines, Hylon, Hylon-skin, Souchong and Bohea Tea—Loaf and Brown Sugar, Cod and Pollock Fish, Molasses, Flour, Meal, Pork, Butter, Cheese, Mould and Dip Candles, A general assortment of Crockery Ware , Indigo, Coffee, Cotton, Codlines, with a variety of other articles, too numerous to particularize.
Dancing School. MR. SMITH, respectfully informs his friends in Portland and its vicinity that he has taken a convenient room in Mr. Tam's Post's house, next door to Maj. Wheeler's for the purpose of instructing young Ladies and Gentlemen in the art of Dancing. The Schoo l will be open for the admission of young Ladies on Wednesdays , and Saturdays , from 2 to 5 o'clock P. M.—And for young Gentlemen, two evenings in each week, from 6 to 9 o'clock. Constant attendance will be given every day in the week, from ten o'clock A. M. except Wednesdays and Saturdays afternoons, to accommodate those who wish to receive private lessons in Dancing, and in playing the German Flute. For terms apply as above.
Fifty dollars reward. WHEREAS JOHN INNES CLARK, Esq. of Providence, did enclose two DEEDS, in a Letter, directed to JOSIAH HARRIS, Esq. of Machias, which Letter was dated on the 11th of May last, and put into the Post-Office at Providence the 14th, and was duly received at Portland, as appeared by the post-bill, and could not be traced any further. The first deed was given by Edward H. Robbins, Esq. and Nathaniel Johnson Robbins, to John Innes Clark and Joseph Nightingale, on the 9th of August, 1797—The other by Edward H. Robbins, to John Innes Clark, on the 13th of May, 1802. The above Reward will be paid for both deeds, and twenty-five dollars for each on their delivery to John Brewer, Post Master, Schoonick.
Maine Bank. THE Stockholders of MAINE BANK, are hereby notified that by virtue of their Vote, passed on the third day of June last, the Directors order the residue of the Stock, amounting to Sixteen Dollars and two thirds of a Dollar , on each Share, to be paid to the Cashier, on or before the 25th day of March next—and that so many of the Shares of each Stockholder, who shall neglect to pay the same, as will make good all deficiencies of any delinquent, be sold at Public Vendue, to the highest bidder, on the 2d day of April next, at 2 o'clock P. M. at said Bank, agreeably to a By-Law of the Corporation. By order of the President and Directors, DAVID HALE, Cashier.
NOTICE. THE connection in business which partially subsisted between FITZ & WIGGEN, was dissolved on the first of February last.—All persons having accounts open with them, jointly, are requested to exhibit the same for settlement, to EZEKIEL FITZ.
WANTED. A Capable and active Lad, as an apprentice to the Joiner's business—one from this country would be preferred—Inquire of Enoch Lowell.
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that he has been duly appointed, and has taken upon himself the trust of Administrator de bonis non on the estate of ANDREW DUNNING, late of Brutland 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 James Dunning.
Sales at Auction. TOMORROW, at 12 o'clock, at E. GREELY & Co's. Office. 5 Casks Souchong Tea, 4 Hhds. St. Vincent Rum, 40 Boxes Spanish Sars, For approved notes at 60 days. March 10.
Land. On Tuesday, 18th March inst. at 11 o'clock, A. M. At E. Greely & Co's. Office, ONE half of the following Lots of Land, in common and undivided—viz. In SUMNER. No. Range. 12 in 6th containing 186 acres 5 — 3 — 186 do 18 — 5 — 186 do 3 — 7 — 186 do In HARTFORD. 15 — 4 — 125 do 2 — 7 — 125 do 12 — 5 — 125 do 8 — 10 — 125 do 13 — 10 — 125 do 3 — 8 — 125 do 6 — 2 — 125 do
At 90 days, for approved indorsed notes On Tuesday the 18th inst. at the store of Enoch Hilsy, jun. Maine-Street , HIS STOCK IN TRADE—consisting of 1 hhd. West India Rum —9 cwt. Sugar—6 cwt. Rice—3 cwt. Cheese—2 cwt. Butter—10 cwt. Pork—1 cask Sherry Wine—1 box Chocolate—Tea—Salt—with a variety of other articles—Sale, 10 o'clock. David Pease, Auctioneer.
Real Estate for Sale. THE subscriber offers for Sale the following described Real Estate, situate in Newton , in the county of Middlesex—viz A large three story brick House, fronting on Angier's corner , in said Newton , with one acre of Land, well calculated for a Tavern or an Academy; for which last purpose it is at present improved. Said House contains five rooms on the lower floor, with a Kitchen and Cellar under the same, a large Entry running through the house, three Rooms and a large Hall on the second floor, and seven rooms on third floor; has a Barn a Pump of water, and a Garden, with good fences round the whole. Also, near the above, two undivided thirds of half an acre of Land and a House thereon, called the Tontine Containing sixteen Rooms a Porch and good Cellar, well calculated for several families, and a small Barn near the same—Also, a wharf about 100 feet long, on Charles's River , with a Brick Brew-house, standing at the head of the same, 111 feet by 55, almost new, worthy the attention of any one in the Brewery line. Also, near the above, on the road from Angier's Corner , to Watertown Bridge , and about a quarter of a mile therefrom—from 4 to 8 handsome Building Lots. Also, about one mile from the above—72 acres of good Land, containing about 25 acres of hard Wood, the remainder divided into Pasture, Orchard and Pasturing—said tract containing a very handsome situation for a Gentleman's seat.
Also—in Madstone, Essex county, Vermont —2600 acres excellent Land, 1400 of which consists of lots throughout the town; the remainder lies in body and composes one of the finest Farms on Connecticut River ; 404 acres is intervale Land , and under improvement; the Buildings consist of a large one-story House, 5 rooms on a floor, and three large Barns containing 150 tons English Hay. Also, a new Farm of a House, 2 stories high 50 feet by 40, 12 feet studs, calculated to be finished in the modern style, has a Kitchen and a Cellar below, with all the materials for finishing the same, except Glass, Lime, and Cutlery with the farm will be sold all the Stock and Farming Utensils; the Stock consists of 68 head Neat Cattle, 8 Horses and 5 Cows.
Also—across the River opposite the above—two 300 acre Lots in Newton and Coos county , New Hampshire, about 100 acres of which Lot is intervale Land , and under improvement. The above described Farm is part of the Upper Cross , so called, on Connecticut River , and for beauty of scenery and fertility of soil, is not exceeded by any intervale farm on that River. The Lands are well Wooded with rock maple, and other hardwoods, and annually yields large of offspring Sugar ; the bills abound with springs of water, and the House and Barns are supplied by an ever-failing Aqueduct. Also, about five miles from the above one 50 acre lot, excellent Land situate in Goldhill , the fair town of Essex county . Also, 11,000 acres land in Sheffield , county of Caledonia , State Vermont , about 6 miles from Danville , the shire town, and present seat of the General Assembly . Lying in different part of the town, in 140 acre lots, the growth of wood on the same is chiefly rock maple, black birch, elm, and bals wood—The residue of this town ship is chiefly intervale . Also, 2,000 acres undivided Land in Township E Oxford county , District of Maine ; as the property was purchased with cash on speculation, it will be sold on good terms for cash or credit—it will be sold altogether, or in lots to suit purchasers. Application made to the subscriber at Portland, by letter or otherwise, will be strictly attended to. ISAAC MUELLAN.
NOTICE is hereby given that the subscriber has been duly appointed administrator on the estate of WILLIAM JOHNSON, late of Columbia , in the county of Washington , deceased, and has taken upon himself that trust by giving bonds as the law directs:—All persons having any demands upon the estate of the said William Johnson , are required to exhibit the same, and all persons indebted to the said estate are called upon to make immediate payment to Levi W. Hox, administrator. Jan. 27, 1805.

THE well built, fast sail- ing Boat NABBY—14 tons burthen, about three years old— lying in Portland river. For terms, apply to Crispus Graves.
Falmouth, Feb. 28 Joseph M'Lean & Son, No. 16, Union Wharf. Have for Sale, Now landing from the Schooner Prince, 1300 bushels yellow CORN, 400 do. OATS, Superfine, Rye, and Middlings FLOUR. March 3.
Fresh Flour. JUST received, and now landing from Sch. Dove, from Alexandria, 500 barrels fresh superfine and fine Flour, in whole and half barrels, and for sale by JOHN TABER & SON, No. 13, Union Wharf. March 3.
FOR SALE, By Charles & John Tox, 20 Casks fresh RAISINS, Few casks Fivon-skin TEA, Boxes 8 by 10 Crown Window Glass, cheap for cash or credit. March 3.
Day & Ilsey, HAVE for sale on good terms 10 pipes Oil Proof BRANDY, tied to debenture on shipment. March 3.
For Sale, 120 boxes Spermaceti Candles, 50 do Mould do superior quality, 80 do Dipt do 33 chests Myrto-skin and Souchong Teas warranted best quality, 10 boxes No. 2 Chocolate, 220 lbs. Caffa—Boxes Starch, Casks Rice—Kegs manufactured Tobacco, Real Cognac and Cett Brandy, 4th proof 40 bbls. No. 1 and Bone Mid. Pork, 170 Meis, No. 1 & 2 Beef, &c. By John P. Thurston & Co. March 3.
Now opening for Sale, By Isaac Gage, At No. 3, Union Wharf, A general assortment of Ship Chandlery and Groceries, which will be sold on reasonable terms, at the usual credit—Among which are,
100 Bbls. Tar, 60 Bo's first quality Russia Duck, 20 do second quality do 20 do French do 700 yards Ticklingburg, Few casks Gin, 50 boxes Mould Candles, 40 do Dipt do 2 casks first quality Bacon, 2 do Cheese. Also—Cordage by the gang or oth- erwise, on as good terms as can be had in town. March 3.
FOR SALE, By Wm. Holden & Co. 7 pipes Valencia Brandy, entitled to debenture, 4 do Valencia and Bourdeaux, not entitled 5 casks Rice—15 casks fresh Raisins, 20 barrels Alexandria superfine Flour, 10 boxes Chocolate, No. 1, 2 & 3, 5 bags Shells or first quality, An assortment of Cotton and Wool Cards. The above being a consignment, will be sold low, Also, Few barrels CIDER An assortment of Groceries & Wines, as usual. March 3.
Charlotte Green, HAS just received and now opening for sale, at her shop, two doors above the Portland Bank, an elegant and extensive as- sortment of Fancy Goods, Millinery, Bonnets &c. &c. of the newest fashions, suitable for this and the approaching season. She will be con- stantly supplied with the first fashions—any commands will be punctually attended to, and every favor gratefully acknowledged. Embroidery, fine Needle Work, and Mantuamaking, done in the neatest man- ner and at the shortest notice. March 3. Butter. For Sale, by Grosvenor & Abbey At Newburyport, 2000 wt. of Butter, in kegs, suitable for shipping—For terms inquire of Feb. 17. ISAAC ADAMS.
COFFEE. QUINCY & DIX, Nos. 3 & 4, Jones's Row. have for sale, best green Coffee, by wholesale and retail. Feb. 17.
To be concerned in the exportation of Peef. I CERTIFY that at the request of captain Stephenson, of the ship Commerce of Portland, I examined a parcel of Beef, which he had sold, and was refused by the Verchian on account of its bad quality and condition; that the Barrels I examined were filled with Cheeks and Hearts, and totally unmerchant- able—the Brand was thus, P. Mitchell, Fal- mouth, 7. Jones, D. P. Cargo No. 3.—I also ex- amined some of the same brand No. 2, and found Shins and other bad pieces—and in a state of putrefaction—The Beef in general was so bad that captain Stephenson was ob- liged to deduct Four Hundred Dollars from the Price he sold it for. T. TUFTS, Consul of the U. S. A. Surinam, Dec. 1805.
For Sale, At No. 2, Union Wharf. 200 Boxes Mould and Dipt Candles. Portland, Feb. 21.
Codfish Oil, FOR Sale by JAMES M. INGRAHAM, On Ingraham's Wharf. Feb. 24
Day & Ilsey, Have for Sale, At their Store in Fore-street, 60 Bags Blown SALT, of a superior quality. Wanted to purchase a few hun- dred bushels White BEANS, for which cash will be given—Inquire as above. Feb. 17.
Enoch Moulton, No. 8, Jones-Row, Fifth-Street, Portland, HAS just received, an additional assortment of Elegant Plated Ware Jew- elry and fancy articles, Among which are—Plated Tea-Pots, Sugar Bulons and Cream Ewers to match; plated Candlesticks very low priced; plated Patent Spring Shoe-Buckles, newest patterns; el- egant Gold Ear Hoops and Knobs, Finger Rings, &c.; pearl gold and topaz Brooches, and common do. of every description; gold Watch Keys and Chains; Ornamented Hair- Combs, &c. N. B.—All kinds of Goldsmith's Work, as usual. Feb. 24.
Thomas Clark, HAS just received for sale an addi- tional assortment of Books and Stationary—viz. Blackstone's, Bolanquet's, Douglas', Dun- ford & Eats', Eats', Espinasse's, Raymonds (Lord Robert) ditto (Sir Thomas) Veley's, Willes' and Wilson's Reports. Bacon's Abridgment; Comyns' Digest, Gilbert's Law of Evidence, Craydon's Digest; M'Mally's Evidence, Peake's Evidence; ditto Nisi Prius, Chitty on Bills; Kid on ditto, Wentworth's Pleadings. Also, The Principles of Religion, as professed by the Society of Christians usually called Qua- kers—By H. Take. A short account of the Life and Writings of Robert Barclay Universal History, ancient & modern, from the earliest records of time to the general peace of 1801, in 25 volumes, illustrated with el- egant engravings—By Wm. Mayar, L. L. D. Mayor's collection of Voyages and Travels, from the time of Columbus to the present pe- riod, 50 volumes British Poets, 25 volumes, in elegant gilt binding and in boards—containing the works of Addison, Akenside, Armstrong and Green, Burns, Gray, Johnson and Collins, Milton, Pope, Thompson, Warts, and Young, with Likenesses and Lives of the Authors Ramsey's American Revolution Bonaparte and the French People Life of Bonaparte; Carver's Travels Harris's Minor Encyclopedia Guthrie's Geography, 2 v. with or without Atlas; Morse's do. do. do. Cary's General Atlas, containing 49 maps A new and elegant General Atlas, compris- ing all the new discoveries to the present time; containing sixty three maps, drawn by Arrow- smith and Lewis—published by Thomas & An- drews, October 11, 1805 Morse's Geography abridged, Murray's English Grammar Alexander's do Exercises adapted to Murray's E. Grammar Key to Exercises Murray's English Reader; Sequel to do A general assortment of SCHOOL BOOKS Village Harmony, 6th edition Delights of Harmony, being a new collec- tion of Psalm tunes, hymns and an hems Bridgewater Collection Art of Singing, in 3 parts—by A. Law Columbian Harmony A variety of Song Books, viz., Nightingale, Singers Museum, Warbler, Union Songs, &c. Also, The Young Carpenter's Assistant, or a sys- tem of Architecture adapted to the use of building in the United States—by Owen Bid- dle, teacher of architecture, drawing, &c Paule's House Carpenter, 6th London and first American edition The Convenient and Ornamental Architec- ture, consisting of original designs for plans, elevations and sections; beginning with farm house, and regularly ascending to the most grand and magnificent villa. The Builders Jewel, and Youths Instructor, by B. & A. Langley—Likewise, The Builder's Guide, or Young Carpenter's Assistant—The whole of the above are illustrated with Copperplate Engravings, with references and explanations. Has just published, on fine wove medium paper, neatly bound and lettered, a new and very highly interesting work, entitled A NORTHERN SUMMER, Or Travels round the Baltic, through Den- mark, Sweden, Russia, Prussia, and part of Germany, in the year 1804—by John Carr, Esq. author of the Stranger in France, &c. Also for Sale, by the dozen or single, A quantity of Hopkins' celebrated RAZOR STROPS—a razor being dropped on which, it is said will restore it to a sharp cut to the upper lip, a pleasant familiarity to the chin, and an agreeable sensation to the beard phy- sognomy. Likewise, TICKETS and Quarters in the seventh class Amoskeag Canal (which draws next month) and fifth class Piscataqua Bridge Lotteries. Wanted—a large quantity of Rags for which 5 Doll. per cwt. will be given— payment out of store, at each price. Just re-closed, a fresh supply of Dr. Norton's new invented Bitters for the Jaundice and Bilious Complaints— Prepared in New York. Feb. 24.
THE Managers of Piscataqua Bridge Lottery, in carrying the SCHEME of the fourth CLASS having met with universal ap- probation, they have been induced to issue the same scheme for THE FIFTH CLASS. 1 of 2000 Dollars, is 8000 4 - 1000 do. - 4000 4 - 500 do. - 2000 100 - 100 do. - 10000 100 - 50 do. - 5000 100 - 20 do. - 2000 1 - 100 } 1st drawn } 100 1 - } Blank, } 1 - } last drawn } 100 1 - } Blank, } 3600 - 8 do. - 28800 3911 20,900 12000 TICKETS at 5 dolls. is 60,000 dolls. subject to a deduction of 12 1/2 per cent. Capital Prizes determinable on the follow- ing days: First drawn number against a blank on the 4th day 1000 10th day 1000 15th day 1000 20th day 8000 24th day 1000 500 TICKETS shall be considered as one complete day's work, and the fortunate blanks shall be determined at that rate of drawing whether a greater or less number comes out of the wheels in one day. All Prizes to be paid at the expiration of thirty days (except- ing the highest) which will be paid within sixty days after the drawing is completed— the drawing to be finished within twenty-six working days. Prizes not claimed within one year will be considered as generously given to the bridge, and will not be paid after that time An early day will be appointed for draw- ing in Boston. The Managers flatter them- selves that the punctuality observed in the former classes, will insure a ready sale of tick- ets in this class. Tickets will rise to Five dollars and fifty cents, twenty days previous to drawing, to six dollars on the fourth day of drawing. Nearly half the tickets are already engaged. The vendors of tickets in the remote towns, are requested to give as early notice as pos- sible of the number they intend to keep, or have disposed of, that an early day may be fixed for drawing. Tickets for sale at the usual places. Printers who advertised the former Schemes are desired to insert this in their respective papers. Thomas Thompson, } Managers. Elijah Hall. Feb. 28.
8000 Dollars. TICKETS and Quarters, in the Fifth Class of Piscataqua Bridge Lottery , for sale by ISAAC ADAMS, No. 6. Jones's Row —Prize Tickets taken in payment. Feb. 17.
Upholstery and Paper-Hangings. Edward Howe, Respectfully informs his Friends and the Public that he carries on the UPHOLSTERY Business in all its various branches, at the Store owned by Gen. Wadsworth, near the Hay-Scals, viz. Stuffing Sofas, Easy, Lolling and parlor Chairs, Making Covering for do. Making Beds, Matrasses, Cushions Carpet, &c. Also for Sale—articles in the above line, consisting of Fringes, Laces & Tassels—Sofas, Matrasses. An assortment of Paper-Hangings Borders, &c. &c. Likewise—a good assortment of A- merican and English Bedticking— Live Geese, Russian and Lisbon Feathers. N. B.—Much confidence being necessarily placed in the integrity and workmanship of an Upholsterer, —as a claim to that consideration, I am induced to offer the following Certificates, which was presented to me, by my Master, on the day of my freedom in Boston.
MASSACHUSETTS MECHANIC ASSO- CIATION. To all who shall see these Presents, GREETING WHEREAS MR. EDWARD HOWE, hath presented to us, the Certificate of Mr. John B. Hammet, setting forth that the said E. Howe hath duly discharged the duties and fulfilled his engagements as a Faithful Ap- prentice, and that he recommends him as worthy the countenance of this Association:— The fore, we the President and Vice-President, in behalf of said Association, do grant him this Certificate of our approbation, and do recommend him to the Notice, Encouragement, Protection and Patronage of all Persons, in all Countries, where he may sojourn. In Testimony whereof, we have caused the Seal of our Association to be affixed to these Presents, and signed the same this 12th day of July, 1804, and the ninth year of our Institution. JONA. HUNEWELL, President. BENJ. RUSSELL, Vice-President. Attest—John B. Hammett, Secretary. (L.S.) If the Gentlemen Farmers of the vicinity will take the trouble to save their SWINGLE TOW, and call as above, they may receive a reasonable compensation for it. Portland, Feb. 10
Removal. THE subscriber having removed from Bid- deford to Portland, where he has opened his Office in the building belonging to the Maire Fire and Marine Insurance Company, Fifth-Street; informs all persons who have in- trusted, or may incline to intrust business to his care, that it shall receive the same atten- tion as usual. PRENISS MELLENS. Portland, Feb. 27, 1806.
TO LET, A HOUSE on Willow-Street—In quire of ASA PLUMMER. March 3.
FOR SALE A Lot of Land in Gorham, situated near Warren's Mills—containing seventy acres—together with a two Story House, 22. by 34—and a new Barn Frame—produces ten tons of Hay—is well wooded and water- ed, has good pasturing, & other conveniences —now occupied by Mr. John Haskell jun— It will be sold on reasonable terms, and credit given—apply to Ezra Brown. Portland, March 3.
To the Honorable the Senate and House of Representatives of the Common- wealth of Massachusetts, in General Court of ibid.
THE Petition of the subscribers, inhabi- tants of the town of Cape Elizabeth, and Scarborough, in the county of Cumberland, hum- bly shews; That by an act of incorporation by the Legislature of this Commonwealth, certain persons were incorporated some time since by the name and style of the Maine Turnpike Association, for the purpose of mak- ing and keeping in repair a turnpike road from the line of New Hampshire to Portland, in the county aforesaid, and to erect and build all the necessary Bridges over the several streams and rivers upon the route of said turn- pike;—and we your petitioners being fully convinced, that the completion of said turn- pike would greatly facilitate a communication from the most agricultural parts of Scar- borough and Cape Elizabeth to Portland aforesaid, where our surplus produce finds a ready market; and being also convinced by a late survey of part of said turnpike, of the expedi- ency of erecting a bridge from Malam's neck, so called, in Cape Elizabeth, aforesaid, over fore river to Portland, aforesaid; as it would shorten the distance for a greater part of the Inhabitants of said Cape Elizabeth, and for all those who inhabit the lower part of said town of Scarborough, from two to three miles; and also entirely avoid all those considerable hills, which now render the passage from said Cape Elizabeth, and Scarborough, extremely difficult for loaded teams and carriages;—being also fully convinced, that the erection of the contemplated bridge over Malam's neck as a- foresaid, by another Corporation, will very much promote and hasten the accomplishment of the important object for which the Maine Turnpike Association was incorporated, have made application to the members of said cor- poration, requesting them to relinquish to us, and such others as may associate with us, all their rights of erecting a bridge from Malam's neck aforesaid, to said Portland.—And where- as the members of the corporation aforesaid, have in a legal meeting, duly called for that purpose, taken the subject of our said applica- tion into full consideration, and by their vote acceded to our proposition aforesaid, and agreed to relinquish their right to erect the bridge aforesaid, provided we your petitioners can obtain an act of incorporation, to carry our said object into effect—and provided also, that so much of the acts of incorporation of the said Maine Turnpike Association may be re- pealed, as respects that part of the route from the line of New Hampshire to Portland, aforesaid, which is between the bank of fore river, at Malam's neck, aforesaid, and said Portland —Wherfore, because the bridge contemplated by your petitioners will realize to the said towns of Cape Elizabeth, and Scarborough, the important objects herein before stated, and also greatly benefit the Inhabitants in the vic- inity of the places aforesaid, and the whole public at large; your petitioners humbly pray that they may be incorporated for the purpose of erecting said bridge, and that so much of the acts of incorporation of the Maine Turn- pike aforesaid, as respects the distance between the bank of fore river and Malam's neck a- foresaid, and the said town of Portland, may be repealed; and as in duty bound will ever pray. January, 1806. Ebenezer Libby, and sixty others.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In the House of Representatives, Feb- ruary 1, 1806.
ON the petition of Ebenezer Lib- by and others, of the town of Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth, in the county of Cum- berland, praying that they may be incorporated for the purpose of erecting a bridge from Malam's neck, so called in Cape Elizabeth, over fore river to Portland, in said county of Cumberland, and praying that so much of the acts of incorporation of the Maine Turnpike association may be repealed as respects that part of the route from the line of New Hamp- shire to Portland, aforesaid, which is between the banks of fore river at Malam's neck, a- foresaid and said Portland.
ORDERED, That the petitioners cause an attested copy of their petition, with this order thereon, to be published in the Boston Gazette and the Eastern Argus, printed in Port- land, three weeks successively, the last publi- cation to be thirty days, at least, before 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. And why the proprietors of said Bridge shall not be authorized to receive a reasonable toll when the same shall be completed to remunerate them for the expense incurred in building the same. Sent up for concurrence, TIMOTHY EIGELON, Speaker. In Senate, February 24, 1806. Read and concurred, H. G. OTIS, President. A true copy—attest, WENDELL DAVIS, Clerk of Sena
Sheriff's Sale. PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given, that I have taken by Execution, and shall sell at Auction, on the 12th day of March next, at one o'clock in the afternoon, on the premises— The Right in equity of redemp- tion of, in and to the following mortgaged real property—viz. Three acres of Land situated in Brunswick, bounded west by Bangonuck Stream, north by the road leading from said Stream to Maquoit, east by Vincent Woodside's land south by Maquoit Bay—together with a House, Barn and other buildings thereon standing and being. Secomb Jordan, Dep. Sheriff. Brunswick, Feb. 4, 1806.
N. B. The Brick making business may be carried on upon the above tract of Land very advantageously. (17)
To be Sold by order of Court, At my house in Newcastle, on Tuesday the first day of April next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, ALL the Real Estate of Increase Pote, late of Falmouth, in the county of Cumberland, Mariner, deceased—consisting of about thirteen acres of Land, situated in Newcastle, fronting the shore; together with the Reversion of the Widow's Dower, or as much thereof as will be necessary to pay the debts of said deceased, amounting to eight hundred and thirty-eight dollars and seventy- three cents—by William Pote.
For Sale at Auction, On the 11th inst A New and convenient Dwelling HOUSE, situated on Smith-Street, near the house of Mr. Smith Cobb—said house is two stories high, with two handsome rooms upon the ground floor, and well finished the upper—Sale to be on the premises— Conditions to be known at time and place of sale. Portland March, 3.
For Sale, A Valuable Lot of Land, in the center of the town, measuring fifty-nine feet on Free-street, and one hundred and twenty- two feet on the shore street leading into Main street. Also, A Lot of Land on Elm-street, fix- ty eight by one hundred feet, with a new, con- venient two story Dwelling House thereon— For terms apply to the subscriber. Isaac Parker. Portland, Feb. 17.
CLARK'S Bookstore, AND Fortunate Lottery Office, Fifth-street, Portland. PRIZE TICKETS (purchased in Town or elsewhere) or Bank notes of ev- ery denomination taken in payment for whole Tickets and quarters in the Amoskeag Canal and Piscataqua Bridge Lotteries, one of which will be drawn in March next, and the other shortly after. There is undoubtedly an ad- vantage in purchasing Tickets early, as when many Tickets are for sale, there are many Prizes in proportion. I. CLARK receives the earli- est information having made arrangements to have a List of Prizes and Blanks, by the Mail, during the drawing. Those who purchase of him, can know what Tickets they have in the wheels at any time; or, if drawn, what they have drawn. Letters from the country, ordering Tickets (post paid) enclosing the Cash, will be faithfully attended to, and the earliest information given of their fate if re- quired. Portland, Feb. 21.
Joseph Crols, jun. Has for Sale, 1000 peices Nankeens (entitled to debenture.) Also, 40 bbls. Cider, of an excel- lent quality. Feb. 24.
No. 3, Long-Wharf. 150 bbls. fine and superfine Flour, 100 do. Tar, 150 boxes mould Candles, 100 Bbls. Mts No. 1, 2 & 3 Beef, 100 half Bbls. No. 1 do 20 bbls. No. 1 Pork, Turks' Band, Liverpool and Cadiz Salt, 10 Hds. Bacon Legs, 100 Kegs Butter and Lard, 50 casks Sugar Hhd. Nails, entitled to debenture. 50 boxes Spermaceti Candles, 10 chests Souchong Tea, of superior quality. On casks old Sherry and Malaga Wine, 40 bbls. Ship Bread, Salt Petre—Gin Cales, &c. FOR SALE, By Joshua Richardson,
TO THE PUBLIC. THE subscriber having been informed by respectable persons, that reports highly dishonorable to the character of his house as a tavern, and of course tending to injure him in his business, have been industriously propaga- ted by Ebenezer Nichols, Innholder in Brun- swick; he is compelled by a just regard to him- self and his interest, to declare such reports false and unfounded; and he respectfully as- sures the public, that it has been his constant endeavor to keep his house well furnished with every procurable article necessary for the comfort and accommodation of travellers, with a good stable, and sufficient attendance. The reputation of his house he will cheerful- ly submit to any persons who will honor him with their custom. The motives, which have afforded the aforesaid Innholder to utter the reports aforesaid mentioned, his own conscience best determine. David Cwen. Brunswick, Feb. 21, 1806.