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No. 45. of Vol. X.]
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1808.
[Whole No. 511.]
Poetry.
The beauty of the following lines richly entitle them to a place in our poetic department. They were written by the late Lyndon Arnold, Esq. of Providence, on the death of Mr. B. Marshall, late Tyler of St. John's Lodge in that place, who fell dead at the door of the Lodge, immediately on the last brother leaving the room.
P. Friend.
With age, with want, infirmity oppress, Death said to Marshall, "thou shalt shortly rest."
I see no reason for the tarrying here, But fear of me, and me 'tis vain to fear: No wife remains with thee thy grief to share, No tender infants to demand thy care; Few are thy comforts, numerous are thy woes,
And few are thy comforts, numerous are thy woes, And few thy friends, but what the Lodge compose; Say with one blow shall I thy soul release, And send it joyful to the realms of peace?" The sage reply'd, "These things, O Death, are true—
One boon I ask, and then submit to you; Those genuine friends, those brothers of my heart,
Whom kind affection prompted to impart, The means of living to my feeble age, And still sustain me tottering on the stage; This night in social brotherhood convene, My wish, O Death, would lead me to the scene,
There when the Lodge in harmony shall close,
And each one hasten homeward to repose, I'll wait thy coming, thy command obey, And through thy regions meet eternal day."
And though thy regions meet eternal day," Twas Reason's claim, nor Death refus'd the grace,
But met him punctual at the time and place."
Miscellaneous Selections.
"The next President!"—The following singular Notes were stuck up in the House of Representatives on the 21st inst. The first was printed, and appeared to be a Circular; the latter was in manuscript. They require no comment from me as they sufficiently explain themselves.—Balt. Fed. Gaz.
Sir,
In pursuance of the powers vested in me as president of the late convention of republican members of both houses of Congress, I deem it expedient, for the purpose of nominating suitable and proper characters for President and Vice President of the United States at the next presidential election, to call a convention of said republican members to meet at the Senate chamber on Saturday, the 23d instant, at 6 o'clock P. M. at which time and place your personal attendance is requested, to aid the meeting with your influence, information and talents.
"S. R. BRADLEY.
"Dated at Washington, 19th January, 1808."
In pursuance of a similar power vested in me, with that assumed by Stephen R. Bradley, of the senate, contrary to the true principles of the constitution, I deem it expedient, for the purpose of not nominating any character for president and vice president of the United States at the next presidential election, not to call a convention, alias caucus , to meet in the Senate chamber on Saturday, the 23d instant, at 6 o'clock P. M. at which time and place the personal attendance of the said republican members is not requested, to aid the unconditional meeting solicited by the said Stephen R. Bradley, and at which time and place I hereby request they will not attend, to aid and sanction an infringement of one of the most important features and principles in the constitution of the United States.
"JOSIAH MASTERS.
"Washington, Jan 21, 1808.
[N. B. Mr. Masters is a representative from the state of New York. The words marked in Italics in his note, are so in the original.]
DEMOCRACY TRIUMPHANT:—
Or, 162 to 14.
A slight view of the present state & condition of a few of the Leading Worthies of the " genuine Republicans ," in the United States, may not be unamusing or unprofitable.
"Learn to be wise by others harms, And ye shall do full well."
1. AARON BURR, the idol of democracy for years—the Man, who in 1800, with Mr. JEFFERSON for his colleague, united all the votes, 73 in number, of all the Democratic Electors in the Uni-
ted States, for President; and who was, by them, then elected Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate, now on trial as a TRAITOR. *
2. JOHN SMITH, a leading Jeffersonian Senator, from Ohio—on trial as an ABETTOR OF TRAITORS.
3. JAMES WILKINSON, the commander in chief of the army of the U. S. and first favorite of the President—on trial as a SPANISH PENSIONER and Conspirator.
4. JAMES BARRON, a Senior Officer of the American Navy—on trial for COWARDICE.
5. JOHN RANDOLPH, the champion of Democracy for years, in Congress—postulated as a Prevaricator and a Poltroon.
Not to mention Governor M'KEAN's and Governor LEWIS' denunciations; nor that of Governor SULLIVAN, as a Yazoo Speculator; nor that of Blanchard , &c. &c. This view must exhibit Democracy as peculiarly elevated ; and in a state of enviable TRIUMPH . But this is not all:—
In the " Commonwealth ," a democratic paper published in Pittsfield, (Penn.) we find the copy of a Petition, dated Sept. 1807, of 400 of the inhabitants of the Michigan Territory, earnestly and humbly entreating Mr. JEFFERSON "that Governor HULL, and Chief Judge WOODWARD, [staunch democrats] be removed from their offices in the territory; and that their stations be supplied by men of honest and upright principles, not addicted to speculation, who will have a regard for the rights & welfare of the petitioners; and for the honor of the American name and government." The accusations against them are enumerated at much length, in thirty charges; and they declare, that the " history of William Hull, and A. B. Woodward , since they took upon themselves the government of their territory, to be a history of repeated injuries, abuses and deceptions; all having a direct tendency to harass and impoverish, if not absolutely to expel the present inhabitants, and to accomplish private and sinister schemes."
As old Tom Allen used to say—So they go.—N. Y. pap.
* It may not be malapropos to mention, that when the committee of the Senate of the United States, in 1801, informed Mr. Jefferson of his then election as President, he replied, "In deciding between the two Candidates [ himself, and the now denounced TRAITOR, BURR ] whom the equal vote of my fellow-citizens presented to your choice, I am sensible that age has been respected rather than more active and useful qualifications." Mark this!
PHILADELPHIA, JAN. 19, 1808. DISTRESSED SEAMEN.
On Saturday last a large number of Seamen paraded with the flag of the U. S. to the City Hall in order to claim the protection of the Corporation, in consequence of being destitute of support, by reason of the Embargo. A committee chosen out of their number entered the Mayor's Office, and stated their hardships and difficulties to which they were subjected, & to use their own expressions, " wished to know what was to be done ." The Mayor listened to them with his customary patience, and then informed them that it was not in his power to grant relief, adding, with becoming firmness, that the Assembly was an improper one and commanded the flag to be taken down; to this order they paid implicit obedience. The Majesty of the laws having been thus respected & maintained, the Mayor went to the steps in front of the Hall, and addressed the sailors nearly as follows:—
"MY LADS—I pity you to the bottom of my heart. I know that you are a hard case, but the Government have deemed this measure to be a proper one, and it is your duty to obey the law—I respect your services to our country—I well know how necessary you are to our commercial and naval prosperity, but to collect in this manner is not proper. You must be sensible of it. The Chamber of Commerce have taken your situation into notice, and a committee is appointed to afford you relief—to them in a respectful manner I advise you to apply, and may God bless you all!"
The honest Tars then gave three Cheers and departed.
The Mayor of Philadelphia is a federalist: And on his expostulating with them on the impropriety of their conduct, one of the sailors demanded, " why the Embargo was laid ."—While another declared they would go to Halifax, where they would get employ. It is feared many will adopt this measure;
rather than remain in the United States, exposed to all the sufferings of poverty. The government should provide for this useful class of men, and not leave the task to the benevolence and exertions of individuals.
COMMERCE.
THERE is an anti-commercial junto in this country, with Mr. Jefferson at its head. The members composing this junto have declared that commerce is not worth protecting ; and they have squared all their conduct and measures by this favorite maxim, until finally they have struck a death-blow at commercial enterprise by the embargo. This measure is probably intended (for we can discover no other pretext for it) to convince the people, that they can live and prosper without commerce. It proves, however, a most unfortunate argument. It is an argument which every man can feel and realize. The effects of the embargo have been instantaneous and extensive. It has spread distress and consternation, and threatens ruin, throughout the country.—It so many ill consequences arise from a few day's suspension of commerce, who can calculate on the effect of a total abandonment of it? Ask the farmer now, which he would prefer, the annihilation of our commerce, or the erection of a navy? Ask the merchant, the mechanic—nay, even the poorest labourer in the community, which would be the most desirable state of things—business brisk, money plenty, wages high, and labour in demand, with a little taxation—or no business, no money, no employ, and no taxes? Can any man doubt what would be the answer? But let us not be understood to say, that the present system is to relieve us from taxes. It is to have a contrary effect. Hitherto the expenses of government have been wholly paid by the revenue drawn from commerce. How are they to be paid when commerce ceases? By taxation. Yes—even the poor pittance that is left the people after commerce is destroyed, will be swept away by taxes. This is no imaginary calculation. It is a plain, undeniable fact, which neither sophistry nor impudence can invalidate. If any doubt it now, they will have bitter proof of its truth, before the end of six months. By next Independence day an emphatical verdict will be pronounced by the people of the United States, against this Jeffersonian anti-commercial policy.—Republican Crisis.
By a gentleman from Annapolis, we are informed that the bill to prevent, during the continuance of the embargo, the sale of lands, &c, by execution, became a law on Saturday—having passed both houses of the Legislature.—Balt. E. Post.
In the present holy zeal against Writing Traitors, and rebels on paper , why do we not hear something of the Armed Rebellion in Maine, which is declared to exist by a republican Sheriff?—Bost. Gaz.
His Excellency the Governor has issued a Proclamation respecting affairs in the lower part of the district of Maine.—Pal.
Debate in Congress
On Mr. Randolph's resolution relative to the conduct of Gen. Wilkinson.
Mr. GARDNIER, (N. Y.) The charge brought against Gen. Wilkinson, in whatever point of view it was taken, was calculated to fasten upon the attention of every member of that house, and to excite the utmost solicitude and anxiety of the American people. Whether we consider (said he) the officer—no less a personage than the commander in chief of our army; or whether we consider by whom he has been hitherto protected and cherished—the executive of the United States; or whether we consider the offence with which he is charged, being of all possible offences the most execrable; that of a soldier, a general, a commander in chief, selling himself, and his army and his country to a foreign and a hostile power; or whether we consider the time, when the inquiry is urged a time in which the destinies of the nation, its enslavement on the one hand, or its liberty, and its glory on the other, may depend not only upon the capacity and the valor alone, but upon the fidelity of the commander in chief; when we consider, finally, to whom the charge is submitted—the immediate representatives of the American people; the grand inquest of the nation; that body whose most peculiar and whose most imperative duty it is, to watch with un-
ceasing vigilance in the language of Roman patriotism, ne quid respublica detrimenti capiat —in whatever light the subject was considered, it demanded the exercise of all the wisdom, and all the patriotism, and all the purity, and he would add, of all the independence of that house.
The principal resolution, that offered by the gentleman from Virginia, (Mr. Randolph) had been met by an objection at the threshold. An objection the more surprising, as it proceeded from those who had hitherto affected an almost exclusive, a sort of hysterical jealousy of executive power. Though he would allow, in candor, that that jealousy had appeared only when the power was in other hands. An objection (he contended) the more absurd, as it deprived those of the right of inquiring into the conduct of a military officer, who have that power of impeaching the President himself. If they had power over the master, was it not ridiculous to say, they had no power over his servant? He could never reprobate in terms of adequate severity the position which had been assumed that that house was the only legislative body in the United States which could not lay a request before the President. When it was known that the President had received addresses from the legislature of several states, entreating him to bless us with his benign and parental care for another constitutional term; when it was known that those addresses had been most graciously received, and as graciously answered; could it be supposed that the President would deny the right of that house to lay a request before him? This was a point upon which he would not condescend to reason. It was too plain, it was palpable almost to the sense—there could be no doubt, except with those who wished to doubt. It remained for the house to say, after the public voice had called on the Executive, so repeatedly, and so emphatically, and so much in vain; after a deaf ear had been turned to this business at the palace; whether venality and corruption should be suffered to run the gauntlet unhurt through the hall of the representatives of the people. He hoped never to see that day.
If the documents which have been read were genuine; if any thing like what they contained were true, he should have no hesitation in saying, that Gen. Wilkinson's continuance at the head of the army was not only disgraceful to the nation, but utterly inconsistent with its safety. If it was true that the gentleman from Orleans was able to give evidence still more satisfactory, and he had no reason to doubt it: indeed he had much reason to believe he could; and if that gentleman adhered to the declaration he had made on this subject with the same scrupulous exactness he had always on other occasions done; that he would not communicate what he knew unless compelled to do it, it was evident that the court of enquiry which had been spoken of being unable to compel the attendance of any but military men, with whatever views it had been instituted, must end in smoke. That court had not the power, allowing them the disposition, to push the inquiry to a satisfactory termination. They could not compel the gentleman from Orleans, or any other person not belonging to the military, to give his testimony before them. They might summon them indeed—they might call them—but it would be calling SPRITS FROM THE VASTY DEEP —who would not come when they did call for them. The institution of such a tribunal might amuse—it might deceive—it might serve AD CAPTANDUM VULGUS . But that was all it could do. But this house can institute an inquiry which will be effectual—which if it did not satisfy the president, might, he hoped, satisfy the American people; and if they were awake to their danger, it would in the end be impossible to betray them.
The house ought to ascertain with unerring certainty whether general Wilkinson was guilty or not—and it was evident the enquiry which they were told, but not officially, had been instituted, could not reach to the bottom of the transaction. The president could not, if he desired it, clothe that tribunal with sufficient power to coerce the attendance of witnesses. How then was evidence to be obtained? How otherwise than by exercising the great constitutional powers of the house? We must furnish him with evidence [said Mr. G.] or he can never obtain any other than that which is merely
voluntary. If then gentlemen are sincere in their professions of a desire for an efficient enquiry; if they wish to give general Wilkinson an opportunity to exculpate himself, the course I have proposed is certain to attain the object, if it be not the only certain course. To me it appears to be not only effectual, but the most effectual.
What was the offence charged? not an open crime. Neither capable in itself of direct proof or of being investigated in the usual course. A crime committed, (if committed at all) in secret—in its very nature secret. Avoiding—eschewing, with unslumbering caution, all observation. The perpetrator anxiously entreating his corruptors that his name might never be either written or so much as spoken, by them.—The nature of the crime therefore required the mode of enquiry which he had proposed. No other could give satisfaction to the American people. If general Wilkinson (he said) can walk unhurt through the flames of such an ordeal, he deserves the eternal confidence of his country; if he cannot, the safety of the nation demands that he should perish in them.
There seemed to be a disposition to pass lightly over this matter; to send the paper to the president not a word was said of what the gentleman from Orleans could tell us—nor was the president to hear a word of that; it might go too much home; it might be too convincing to be endured.
He would ask the gentleman from Ten. (Mr. G. W. Campbell) why he would send these papers at all? Why; but as evidence? And if as evidence, why not send all, which it is in the power of the house to procure—if they sent any, why not send the whole? And if it was proper to send the whole, why was it not equally proper to take the necessary measures for obtaining the whole? Gentlemen fell short of their mark. They committed themselves on the principle, but fell short in the practice upon it. He was for throwing the utmost possible light upon the subject. He wished not only to send these documents to the president, but also all the other evidence in the reach of the house.
The gentleman from Tennessee had said that the house had no more right to lay a request before the president in a case of this sort, than the president had to interfere with their deliberations. He did not know that the president had been peculiarly fastidious on this point: The power of impeachment was exclusively the prerogative of that house, & he well recollected that in the message of the president hints were given as to the object upon which that power should be exercised—hints too plain, too significant to be misunderstood.—He did not now mean to object to what the president had done—he wished the house to practise towards him the same art of civility —to be to him equally communicative of their wishes. It was perhaps the duty of the different departments of the government to advise and counsel each other. And for one he was willing to advise the executive, and if it were in his power to furnish him with such evidence, as the most devoted friend of Gen. Wilkinson could not withstand. Whatever was done, he hoped would be done effectually. He hoped we should have no more half way work—they had had enough of that when on the subject of fortifications.
The right of the house to give a committee power to send for persons and papers could not be doubted. It had been formerly exercised in the case of a senator who was subsequently impeached. The only question then was whether this was an occasion, in which it was proper to exercise that power. If the mode proposed was the only one by which Gen. Wilkinson could be convicted if guilty, or his innocence, if innocent, shown to the nation, he hoped, he could not but expect, that both his friends and his enemies would consent to it.
For myself (said Mr. G.) I know but little of Gen. Wilkinson. Nothing more than every body knows, who have been in the habit of reading the public papers. He has never injured me nor mine—neither my friends nor connections of any kind. I feel impartial—I think I can pass impartially between him and the country. But I should feel myself deficient in the discharge of my duty, were I not to urge such a course as will in the end leave the least room for doubt.

If this inquiry should be gone into fair and sincerely—if the house should manifest that independence, which in a case so important they ought to exercise, he would still have strong hopes of the salvation of the country. It is here (said he) in this house, that the country in their hour of danger is to be saved, if it can be saved at all. It is here alone that corruption and venality can be arrested and exposed effectually. He had been the more anxious to see this inquiry take a proper course from the circumstances which had preceded the charge before the house. The violated Constitution of our country—the bleeding charter of our rights have long since called for proceedings of a decisive character. If the constitution was mere paper which might at any time be trampled on at the caprice of a military commander—if it was only made to be broken, why let us (said he) talk no more of it. Let the nation submit in silence. But when he found in the Declaration of Independence that among the causes assigned for the separation of this from the mother country, were these, “she has effected to render the military independent of and superior to the civil power.” He has given his assent for transporting men beyond the seas to be tried for pretended offences—that these among others were the alleged as well as true reasons for destroying the political bonds of society—as sufficient for throwing off our allegiance. And when, after all this he had seen, not a great and powerful government, but a mere military commander committing the same enormities with impunity; when the spirit of the people was so debased that they did not cry out with unceasing sensibility at these violations of our rights. After all this, he was disposed to say that the officer could not think himself treated harshly by an inquiry into the particular charge before this house. Consulting the constitution he found that the people were not content with the original articles, but others had been added afterwards, particularly and carefully providing that no person should be deprived of life, liberty or property, without due process of law—a protection for which one would almost think no constitutional declaration necessary. This right—this inherent right, which had been so sedulously guarded, had been violated wantonly without the slightest occasion. He wanted no evidence of this. It had not been done in a corner; but in the noon day, in the face of the whole American people. After such conduct it was astonishing that the officer had been permitted to exist as a military commander. He was astonished that the necessity of making the present inquiry should exist at this day. He considered him who had permitted his continuance in office after such atrocities, as scarcely less culpable than the offender. When (he asked) was the cup of guilt to be full? When was the wounded constitution of the country to receive the healing balm? If the house were not to stand up in such a case as the guardians of the constitution, when, in the name of God would they do it? You have seen (said he) the Emperor of France go on step by step, until he has erected the most perfect iron military despotism on earth. And did he ever want pretences for his usurpation? Never—nor never would.
The nation which submitted to the first violation of its constitution was ruined forever. Let us once permit the military to become familiar with violations of it, and they are familiar with it forever. Those military gentlemen who had acted in their proper sphere—who had fought for their country—who would protect rather than violate the constitution, should always have his countenance and support. And at the present crisis he would go as far as any one in providing for them a better support than they received at present. But when they transgressed their proper limits, when they interfered with the rights of the civil magistrate, when they laid rude hands on the constitutions, every honest man must become their foe, because the rights of every honest man were in danger from them.
Upon the whole, he thought that every gentleman on the floor must be satisfied, that the safety of the nation demanded an effectual inquiry, that even those who felt a disposition to apologize for the conduct of the officer, could not be satisfied unless such an inquiry took place. As one member of this grand inquest of the nation, he had seen and heard enough to vote in favor of it. So much had appeared, that it became impossible to go either to the right hand or the left. Whatever the result was, it was equally important to the nation. It would either show that the commander in chief was entitled to his confidence, or its forces would be commanded by a man of more fidelity and integrity—One who was worthy to lead his followers to Honor and Glory.
LATEST Foreign Intelligence.
LONDON, NOV. 20. Change in the Ministry. Lord Castlereagh, and the Duke of Portland are in such bad health, they will be necessitated to resign. The Marquis Wellesley and Lord Melville, it is said, will succeed them. Lord Howick will enter the House of Peers as Earl of Gray, in consequence of the death of his brother. Opposition must have a new leader in the House of Commons.
A flag of truce has arrived with a messenger to the Austrian Minister. He is from Vienna via Paris—and is supposed to bring an offer from Austria to mediate for peace. Price of stocks —English, Consols, 6 3/4; 1-8—American, Eights 96; Sixes 94 3/4.
CORK, NOV. 27. Blockading Orders. It is to be lamented that regulations which throw such difficulties in the way of neutral trade, should be found necessary in their adoption, to meet the unparallelled system of exclusion which France would exercise over our commerce—but, however we may regret their necessity, we must give our sanction to their justice, as they affect the enemy. He has compelled us to resort hard measures upon him—and which in their execution unfortunately affect the interest and feelings of other countries; but he has left no alternative. We could not suffer the importation into France of all that her colonies produced, under a neutral sanction, undisturbed, and unmolested, and upon as good terms, as she could have been supplied by a direct trade of her own, while she was visiting our trade with every restriction, and every obstacle, which her hatred and her ingenuity could suggest; and while every country in Europe was accessory to her injustice. Those kingdoms which have concurred in her policy, and which may be affected by the late measures, will only experience in the retaliation exercised upon France, what they have contributed to produce—for them we feel no compassion.
The country, which we should be disposed most kindly towards, but which comes most under the operation of the late decrees of council, is America—to her they will be especially injurious; but she even did not remonstrate, that we know of, against the unjust and unexampled persecution of France against our trade, and consequently in a great degree against her own. We can only repeat our regret for what is likely to result, but we could not recommend any reduction of that spirit which is manifested in the late orders. It is as incumbent upon Bonaparte to relax in his system, as for his Majesty—he is the author of it. And America or any other country may as fairly expect that he will abandon his strictness, as that our sovereign shall relinquish his. He must first give way, and until he does, we trust to see our plan operating with undiminished vigour.
sary in their adoption, to meet the unparallelled system of exclusion which France would exercise over our commerce—but, however we may regret their necessity, we must give our sanction to their justice, as they affect the enemy. He has compelled us to resort hard measures upon him—and which in their execution unfortunately affect the interest and feelings of other countries; but he has left no alternative. We could not suffer the importation into France of all that her colonies produced, under a neutral sanction, undisturbed, and unmolested, and upon as good terms, as she could have been supplied by a direct trade of her own, while she was visiting our trade with every restriction, and every obstacle, which her hatred and her ingenuity could suggest; and while every country in Europe was accessory to her injustice. Those kingdoms which have concurred in her policy, and which may be affected by the late measures, will only experience in the retaliation exercised upon France, what they have contributed to produce—for them we feel no compassion.
LONDON, NOV. 24 to 27. Affairs at Hamburg and in Holland. Portuguese property has been seized at Hamburg, by the French. The mails are stopped; and some merchants forced to hold a friendly correspondence with Englishmen, have been threatened with being sent to Paris—Colonial produce is sequestrated, but if found to have touched at England, is confiscated. Tobacco, &c. is admitted. Sequestrated cargoes are sometimes abandoned on account of the little chance of success. Articles suspected of being intended for England are seized. Subjects of neutral states must have their claims supported by their governments. A Hamburger, who had consignments from America, was obliged to deliver his keys to a French officer; and the American Consul witnessed the examination of his store. The cargo of a vessel at Cherbourg from New York, has been sequestrated, although there was little doubt it was French property. The cases of detained neutral vessels in Holland are still undecided. New treaties between France and Austria were signed—and that between France and Denmark had been ratified.
NEW BEDFORD, JAN. 30. WAR WITH ALGIERS. Arrived, this evening, ship Honestus , capt. Clark 42 days from the Downs. Left London about the 11th of Dec. for the Mediterranean. Off Cape Trafalgar, spoke a British ship of war, who informed that Algers had DECLARED WAR AGAINST AMERICA , and had captured a number of vessels. In consequence, went into Tangier for further information—and on application to the American Consul, the account of war, was fully confirmed—and a letter handed by the Consul to capt. C.—a copy of which is given below. In consequence of this information Capt. C. left Tangier for America Jan. 1.—Touching at Madeira, on the 9th, and found it in the hands of the English; they having taken possession of it on the 25th Dec.
THE LETTER. Tangier, 31st Dec. 1807. SIR, The belief of the Algerines having commenced hostilities on the flag of the United States, is founded on the Declaration under oath of capt. ICHORAN SHEFFIELD, of the ship Mary Ann , of New York; made at Naples—which states, that his vessel and the brig Violet , of Boston, were captured on the 26th Oct. by an Algerine frigate, of 44 guns. Capt. Sheffield adds, that he had heard the same frigate had taken an American ship and sold a few days before his vessel. He was fortunate enough to overpower the Turks put on board the Mary Ann , and arrived at Naples Nov. 4th.
This intelligence appears fully confirmed by the advice received at Gibraltar, on the 21st inst. from Oran, of nine American vessels having been carried to Algiers, of which Mr. Gavino has acquainted me. Under these circumstances, it is my decided opinion, your determination not to proceed on the Mediterranean is perfectly right; & I beg you may make this known to every American vessel you may meet at sea. “With this is a letter for Consul Cartwright, at Madeira; if you can conveniently leave it there, or put it on board any vessel bound for that Island, it may be productive of happy consequences. I also deliver you a Dispatch for the Hon. Secretary of State, which I have to request you will put into the hands of the Post Master, at the first port you may be able to make in the United States.” * Capt. Clark saw Capt. Sheffield's declaration, and is confident that there is a mistake in this date, and that it was the 26th November. † Dec. 4th, in the original.
hands of the Post Master, at the first port you may be able to make in the United States.” “I wish you a safe and speedy voyage, and am, Sir, your most obedient servant.” JAMES SIMSON. Capt. Nathan Clark, Ship Honestus, Tangier Bay.
LATEST FROM ENGLAND. Capt. Clark informs, that about the 1st Dec. authentic information was received in London, that Russia had declared war against England.—Capt. C. read the Declaration himself, and says that 48 hours were allowed to the English to get away with their ships, &c. of which they had generally availed themselves; and that the English had taken possession of a Russian frigate, which was lying at Portsmouth, and made all the Russians in England prisoners of war. That Sweden had concluded an Armistice with France, which was to continue till May. That it had been rumoured in London, that a general Embargo had taken place in France; but that it proved to be void of foundation. That the brig Acorn , Capt. Folger, arrived in London about the 5th Dec. from Cherbourg; and that Capt. Folger stated, that an Embargo of a few days continuance had been laid in consequence of 2 or 3 frigates being about to sail, which probably gave rise to the report. That it was reported in London, and generally supposed to be true, that the Royal Family, of Portugal, had embarked for Brazil; that off the rock of Lisbon, he spoke an English frigate, an officer from which confirmed this report; and added, that the French had possession of Lisbon. American vessels, turned away from their ports of destination on the Continent, in consequence of the blockading decrees, were daily arriving in England.
Ship Powhatan , Cottle , for Virginia, left London about the 1st. Dec. and Capt. Clark thinks he saw her yesterday. Sailed from the Downs in company with the Bedford , Damrell , for New York.
NEW BEDFORD, FEB. 1. “This day arrived brig Danube , Hathaway, from Nantz, 43 days from the river. After leaving the city, capt. H. received a note, dated the 14th covering letters, &c. in which the writer says that a copy of the Russian Manifesto against England was in the parcel; that at the last date from Lisbon, the Portuguese fleet, with the Royal Family on board, from Brazil, was riding at single anchor, near the English fleet; and that the Russian fleet had entered the Tagus.” Confirmation of Algerine Hostility. Capt. Hathaway brings Paris papers to the 12th December. The following article is copied from the Argus , of the 10th.
“MARSEILLES, DEC. 1, 1807. “S. Cathalan, Consul of the U. States of America, in this city, has communicated to our Chamber of Commerce, the following letter, which he has received from the Consulship of the U. S. of America, dated, “ TUNIS, NOV. 5, 1807. “I take the earliest opportunity of communicating to you the following news, contained in a letter which I received three days ago, from Col. Lear, Consul Gen. of the U. S. at Algiers, dated 21st Oct. last; by which he informs me that on the 15th of that month, the Dey sent for the Drogomans of the American, Swedish, Danish and Dutch Consuls, and ordered them to acquaint their respective Consuls that he had waited with patience for the arrears of their annuities which had been so long due; but, that his patience was at last exhausted; and that if they did not soon receive advice by way of Alcant, or otherwise, by which they might have reason to imagine, that the said annuities would soon be received, they should soon feel the consequences. The Consul General considers that intimation as a formal declaration, the reigning Dey being in the habit of executing his threats; and he imagines that there is very little doubt of his breaking oil with one of the above powers, or with all of them; but we presume, that, supposing his attacks were to be directed against one of these only, the extent of our trade in these seas would offer a bait for his cupidity.” “You will consequently be pleased to give notice to all American vessels, &c. &c. (Signed) “ C. D. COXE. ”
NEW YORK, JAN. 29. FROM LURGIA. The Suffolk , arrived here from London, has brought English papers to the 27th November. The most violent measures are taken by the French, in every part of the continent, to sequester English property, and to harass neutrals. All Portuguese property had been seized at Hamburg; and all the commercial letters broken open; and the bills detained. Several expeditions were fitting out in England, at Portsmouth, Plymouth, and Cork; the regiments and corps named, which are to be employed in them. The 7th, 8th, 13th, 23d, 32d, 50th, 82d, 11th, 20th, 3d, 100th, 92d, regiments, or battalions of them, are enumerated. The ship Suffolk , from London, was boarded on the 6th of Dec. by a British man-of-war brig, bound from Lisbon for England, from whom she received information that 13,000 French troops had entered the capital of Portugal; and that the Portuguese fleet had been joined by an English squadron, under Sir Sidney Smith, off the Tagus. One of the Passengers in the Suffolk is the bearer of dispatches from Mr. Pinckney to the Government of the United States. He received them on the 17th of Nov. They were forwarded to Washington yesterday morning. Vice-Admiral Sir John B. Warren, who has been appointed to the American station, was expected to sail in a few days from Plymouth in the Swiftsure 74.
Two or three expeditions are fitting out in England. The Paris Moniteur , Nov. 12, pronounces that the Prince Regent of Portugal is to lose his throne, because he would not seize the English merchandise. Great crime this! The Moniteur says, the Emperor of Germany has declared war against England.
FROM FRANCE. Two vessels arrived at Cape Ann, on Monday, from France, in about 45 days passage. There have been no letter nor papers received from them. The Captains, we learn, state, that there had been a stoppage of American vessels, seizure of cargoes papers and seamen's protections in France; which, however, had been restored, after a few days detention, and the vessels allowed to sail. The Americans are treated in a very unfriendly manner in France; and the fact is derived from numerous sources, that Bonaparte has declared, that the United States shall not preserve their neutrality, but shall declare either for or against him.— C. Intinel. From a London paper—Nov. 24. FRENCH HOSTILITY. According to a ship letter received yesterday by a Dutch Merchant, an American vessel from New-York to Cherbourg, was taken possession of and sequestrated by the French officers as soon as it entered the harbor of Cherbourg, in consequence of its having colonial produce on board, although this produce was from the French colonies. Sweden has been compelled to enter into an armistice with France. The next news we shall hear of her will be, that, like Russia she has declared war against this country.
GEN. WHITELOCKE. There is no longer any doubt of Gen. Whitelocke's being brought to trial. The arrangements are made, and the charges given in at the House Guards.—The fullest investigation is to take place into the whole of the disaster in South America.—The General Court Martial is to be held at Chelsea; a Royal Duke is to preside at the trial, and Gen. Gower's arrival is only waited for.
Recent intelligence from the continent induces a belief that Bonaparte is determined to force America to take a decided part in the war, either on the side of Great Britain or France. At one of his Levees a short time since he declared publicly to Gen. Armstrong, that he would not admit of any neutrals in the war—and he added, “You may tell your employers, that they may join with England if they please—but it is my determination to exterminate those proud islanders from the face of the Earth.”
COPENHAGEN, (DEN) NOV. 17. A good understanding subsists between Russia and Sweden—and peace between the latter power and France may soon be expected under the mediation of the former—and the Swedish ports will then be closed against England. [It seems there can be no such thing as a peace that will leave a power neutral.] BAYONNE, DEC. 2. The first column of the French army, commanded by General Junot, entered the Portuguese territory on the 19th November: It is stated that the Spanish army was also to have crossed the frontier the same day.
PARIS, 19. The Commissary General of Marine at Antwerp, has published, that he has received an Imperial Decree, directing the capture of Portuguese vessels, and declaring all at present in French ports lawful prizes. We hear from Madrid, that among the Conspirators arrested, are the Duke San Carlos, Vice King of Navarre, and 50 Guards, Corps that have already been brought before the Tribunal. Orders have been sent to the frontier to arrest all persons who may endeavour to leave the kingdom without passports.
By the Mails. CHARLESTON, [S. C.] JAN. 9. We are authorised to state, that his excellency the Governor has received a dispatch from the Secretary at War, by order of the President of the U. States, directing him to issue orders to have the volunteers of this state immediately formed into Regiments and Brigades, and to appoint the general officers to command them. In consequence thereof, the Governor has appointed Major-Gen. Butler, to command the whole, and has issued orders to the Adjutant-Gen. to make all the arrangements necessary, so that the Militia may be ready to take the field immediately.
ATTENTION!! The patriotic citizens of Charleston, who are disposed to give a weeks work in assisting to re-build the Forts, &c. are invited to call at the City Gazette Office, and sign a list left there, on or before Thursday next. A CITIZEN. Eighteen of the unfortunate Americans, belonging to Miranda's expedition, captured by the Spaniards lately escaped from Carthagena; but 15 were retaken. The other three have reached the U. States.
NEW YORK, JAN. 29. Grand Caucussing! In our last we gave the “ Senatus Consultum ” of Mr. President Bradley, [the Jeffersonian champion] for convening the Conservative Senate of the U. S. to APPOINT a new PRESIDENT and VICE-PRESIDENT of the U. S. and the Counter Declaration of Mr. Masters—[These STATE PAPERS may be found in the first page of this day's GAZETTE.]—It seems that all the Corps Legislatif are not so obsequious to our President, as the Frenchmen are to theirs; and that Mr. Gray, a democratic member from Virginia, has thus entered his PROTEST against our self-created Dictator:—
“SIR—Your proclamation, dated the 19th inst. and addressed to me, I have just received; and I take the earliest moment to declare my abhorrence of the usurpation of power declared to be vested in you; of your mandatory style, and the object contemplated. I deny that you possess any right to call upon the republican members of Congress or other persons at this time and place to attend a Caucus , for the presidential election. You must permit me to remind you that it was a far different purpose for which my constituents reposed their confidence in me. I cannot consent either in an individual or representative capacity to countenance by my presence the midnight intrigues of any set of men who may arrogate to themselves the right (which belongs only to the people) of selecting proper persons to fill the important offices of President & Vice President; nor do I suppose that the honest people of these United States can much longer suffer in silence so direct and palpable an invasion upon the most important and sacred right belonging exclusively to themselves.” Mr. Dictator Bradley's Decree was printed and sent to the several members—Mr. Master's was stuck up on the door of the house of representatives and behind the speaker's chair—Mr. Gray's was sent to the Dictator.
Grand Caucus. AT THE SEAT OF GOVERNMENT. Notwithstanding the remonstrances which have been made against the practice, by members of Congress of interfering in the nomination of the great officers of state, a caucus has been held, at Washington, agreeably to the notification of Senator Bradley at which were present about 89 democrats of the Senate and House. At this meeting the following votes were given, for the nomination of the next President and Vice-President, viz.—
FOR PRESIDENT. James Madison, 83 George Clinton, 3 James Monroe, 3 FOR VICE-PRESIDENT. George Clinton, 79 John Langdon, (N. Hampshire) 5 Henry Dearborne, (Sec. at War) 8 John Q. Adams, 1 There are 22 federalists only in the House of Representatives, and 6 do. in the Senate. These and 62 of the democratic members of Congress did not attend the caucus.
More French ships. —By private letters, as well as by verbal information from Capt. Hill, who arrived this forenoon from Bremen, which place he left the 21st of November, we learn that a number of American vessels were detained there, by order of the government, on account of having touched at an English port. This is a new construction of the French Imperial Decree. Formerly they only turned off from the ports of France and her allies all such American vessels as had touched at or been forcibly carried into a British port, or been driven in by stress of weather. Now they have so far modified the Decree as to permit them to enter, and then take possession of the whole, for the benefit of the Imperial Republic. What will good French democrats say now? What will his excellency the President say?
Let us now see in what terms the President will mention this new attack on the part of France, to Congress? Or if he will mention it at all? Could Gen. Armstrong explain it away, there would be no difficulty, but as it is, we very much suspect it will be received as only one more kick, one more cuff, one more spit in the face.
The Emperor Napoleon set out from Paris for Italy, on the 16th Nov. and was expected to return by the 1st Dec. The Russian Minister at Paris, is said to have been accommodated with lodgings in the Imperial Palace at Fontainebleau, and to have received the most marked distinction from the Emperor Napoleon.
President—Congress includes 179 members. There were at the Caucus 89—absent 90. If all who were absent may be considered against Mr. Madison, those 90 must be added to the 6 who were against him at the Caucus—which would make 96 against him, and only 83 in his favor—majority against him 13.—But a some of the members might be absent from illness, or accident—it is probably fair to conclude that the numbers for and against Mr. Madison are about equal. According to the professions of his opponents we cannot expect they will call a caucus,

Portland, Monday, February 8, 1808.
Late European Intelligence.
By late arrivals at Newyork, Charleston and Boston, from various parts of Europe, much interesting and important intelligence has been received.
There is no doubt but the Dey of Algiers has commenced hostilities against this country, and captured a number of American vessels in the Mediterranean.
In 1795, the United States and the Dey of Algiers entered into a treaty of peace and friendship, which the latter promised to observe in consideration of the U. States engaging to pay annually twelve thousand Algerine Sequins , in maritime stores: Owing to the neglect of our government to perform this stipulation, the Dey has taken the liberty to help himself by seizing on our unprotected commerce and citizens in that quarter.
Russia and England.
It appears the Emperor ALEXANDER has yielded to the views of BONAPARTE, and declared war against Great-Britain. It is highly probable, important consequences will be the result of this event. Russia was the only nation on the continent of Europe capable of preserving any thing like a balance of power against France. According to accounts from Trieste, large bodies of French troops were continually marching from Italy to Dalmatia. A rupture with the Porte is determined on—and Turkey will soon cease to exist as an independent power! Russia and Austria will share in the spoil.
The government of Russia has published that the losses sustained in their army during the late war, has been fully made up—and is to be further increased by a new levy of 60,000 men. Five Russian ships of the line and two frigates from Tenedos, arrived at Lisbon, Nov. 9th. They entered the Tagus and hoisted English colors—the battery was preparing to open upon them with red-hot balls; but on hauling the English and hoisting the Russian colors, they went in unmolested. The object of their visiting Lisbon is not mentioned. An order was issued at Lisbon, Nov. 1, for the detention of all English subjects—and all British property was confiscated. The Portuguese ships of war were off Belem, with the PRINCE REGENT on board, who is determined to sail for the Brazils, should the French enter Portugal.
The fate of Portugal is fixed! BONAPARTE has decreed that the legal and rightful sovereign of that country shall be dethroned, and the present government annihilated! Later accounts state that a large French force had actually entered Lisbon, the capital of Portugal!
Austria has declared war against England. The English have evacuated Egypt and the British prisoners taken at the battles at Rosetta, were given up; the troops have arrived at Malta.
Capt. Ruyter, arrived at Charleston from Bremen; which place he left the 22d October, but did not sail from the mouth of the river until the 15th November. An express boat was sent down to him, with orders to sail immediately in consequence of an embargo having been laid by the French in that port. It was also stated, that all the ports of France and her allies were shut against all neutral vessels, excepting such only as brought provisions. Colonial produce was particularly excluded, from a belief that most of it was English property. The embargo was said to be general in France, and the ports under the control of Bonaparte. On the 20th November, in the Channel, Capt. Ruyter was boarded by the British frigate Revolutionary , the commander of which informed him, that the whole continent was in a state of blockade, and that the King of Sweden had delivered up his Navy to Great Britain.
The most violent measures are being by the French, in every part of the continent to sequester English property, and harass neutrals. All Portuguese property had been seized at Hamburg; and all the commercial letters broken open; and the bills detained.
Several expeditions were fitting out in England, at Portsmouth, Plymouth & Cork; the regiments and corps named, which are to be employed in them,—the 7th, 8th, 13th, 23d, 32d, 50th, 82d, 11th, 29th, 34, 100th, 92d, regiments, or battalions of them are enumerated.
Capt. Michal, arrived at Philadelphia the 20th ult. informs that a packet, from England had arrived at Barbadoes, and brought a decree of Nov. 27, modifying the operation of the decree of Nov. 11.
Letters from Holland continue to repeat the opinion, that we must have war with France, if we settle with England.
A report was in circulation the last week that the Embargo was taken off; but without the least foundation. As we know of no sufficient cause for laying it on, it is impossible to form any opinion how long it will continue. The worshippers and office-holders under the present administration, are loud in their approbation of the measure. It is enough for them to justify it, because it is done by the advice of Mr. Jefferson! It is the avowed opinion of many democrats, high in office, that in order to meet their ideas of a republican government, it is necessary to keep the great body of the people poor! If this logic is correct, no country on earth ever made more rapid strides to republican perfectibility, than the U. S. is at the present moment.
POSTSCRIPT.
The Salem Register, by last Evening's Mail, gives the following
Important Information!
Received at Salem on Friday last, by the arrival of Capt. CHASE at that place, from Malaga—which place he left January 7.
(CIRCULAR.)
Algiers, December 16, 1807.
Sir—YOU have undoubtedly, before this heard that three American vessels had been detained by a frigate of this place, in consequence of the annuities for two years past, not having been sent from the U. States in Naval and Military Stores, as stipulated by treaty, notwithstanding the amount thereof has been repeatedly offered in cash.
These vessels are the ship Eagle , of New York, Nathaniel Thaler, master, from Bristol to Palermo, cargo glass bottles; brig Violet , of Boston, James Merret, master, from Oporto to Leghorn, cargo Sugar, hides, indigo, &c. and schr. Mary Ann , of New York, Ichabod Sheffield, master, from the Straits of Belle-Isle to Leghorn, cargo fish. The two former have been in this port upwards of 40 days.
The schr. has not arrived, and is supposed to have arrived at some other port.
The people on board these vessels have been treated very well, and no pillage of any kind has been committed.
I have now the honor to inform you, that I have adjusted this business with the Dey, who has received the amount of two years annuities due in cash, and the vessels are liberated, and that our commerce will receive no further molestation from the cruisers of this Regency.
I pray you will have the goodness to give this as much publicity as possible, for the benefit of all concerned therein.
I have the honor to be very respectfully, Sir, your most Ob't. Serv't.
TOBIAS LEAR.
WM. KIRKPATRICK, Esq. Consul of the U. S. of America, at Malaga.
POSTSCRIPT.
Dec. 17, 1807.—We have this moment heard from a vessel from Leghorn, that the schooner before mentioned has arrived at Naples, having been retaken by the Captain and part of the crew left on board who threw overboard four of the Captors, and put four others into the boat to shift for themselves.
I have myself received no advice of this, and on application to the Dey, who first sent me the information, he assures me that it shall not alter the arrangements made yesterday, and that our vessels may navigate without fear of molestation.
At present all their cruisers are in port.
I have the honor to be, &c.
TOBIAS LEAR.
Malaga, 5th, Jan'y, 1808.
WM. KIRKPATRICK.
The supporters of the embargo say that all the "clamor" made against the measure, arises solely from a spirit of opposition to the government. The National Intelligence (Mr. Jefferson's court paper) declares that the agricultural and manufacturing part of the community, have appropriated the measure. This is not true—but if it was, does it follow that the merchant has not a right to question the policy of a measure that will reduce him to bankruptcy and ruin? Let Congress pass a law that will daily take from the farmer a piece of his farm—and which, if persisted in, will in a few months turn him out of doors, and compel him to witness the sale of his house, his stock, and his lands, by the mallet of the Sheriff—would there not be as much or more "clamor" from this quarter, than we now hear from the merchant? It would not be long before some Albert Gallatin from "genuine" patriotism, would threaten to stop "the wheels of government." But the docile and inculcated now by men in power, say that the minority have no right to say a word. The leaders of the Jeffersonian party are as insatiable as Bonaparte himself; and only want power to exercise as much tyranny and oppression.
It appears by the democratic papers that there is a numerous party in the United States resolved on a war with England. In order to reconcile the public, generally to the measure, it appears they are constantly made to the impression of the people. The events of the revolutionary war are brought up—and which however wicked or unjust on the part of England at that time, ceased to be the cause of war after peace was agreed on—"Enemies in war, in peace friends" is a maxim, warranted by the principles of religion and sound policy. In order to pave the way for a war with Great Britain, the democratic printers are hunting up stories of Indian cruelties and doing everything in their power to bring on a repetition of them, which, in all probability will be the case if war takes place between the two countries.
Accounts from Washington respecting Mr. Rose are extremely contradictory. It is stated by some that his powers are not so extensive as was expected; others that the negotiation will probably have an unfavorable issue; others, again, that strong hopes are entertained of an amicable adjustment of all disputes between this country and England. The fact is, nothing official has transpired; all is conjecture.
What has become of that zealous regard and tender sympathy which our impartial democrats expressed at the violation of a nation's independence and property in the case of the late attack of the English on Denmark? It was triumphantly asked what faith or confidence ought to be placed in a nation of "pirates and robbers," who outraged every principle of justice? At the same time it was said France was fighting our battles and contending for the rights of nations. Such rights as the republican Emperor Bonaparte is about conferring on Portugal. What say you, democrats, at this new act of disinterested justice in your august emperor? Why not condemn the injustice of destroying the political existence of Portugal; the annihilation of the government and forcing thousands of the unfortunate Portuguese to abandon their native country, as well as prate about the wrongs of Denmark? The fact is, that many of our pretended lovers of the people with this country to join with France, and they entertain this opinion of Bonaparte, that he can "do no wrong."
Appointment by his Excellency the Governor— DAWES WALDO LINCOLN, Justice of the Peace, and County Attorney for the county of Cumberland.
Several articles prepared, are unavoidably omitted for want of room.
MARRIED
In Concord, (N. H.) Mr. Job Abbott of Dover, to Miss Lucy Chandler.
In Belfast, Mr. Manasseh Sleeper, mer of Nobleboro', to Miss Hannah Whittier.
In Hekron, Mr. Joshua Keen, 3d, mer. to Miss Mary Drake.
In this town, Mr. Robert Huddleston, to Mrs. Mary Plummer.
Errata—In the 2d line from the bottom of the marriages in the last Gazette, for "David M'George," read David M'Givney.
DIED.
In England, the Rt. Hon. Charles Grey, Earl Grey, and Viscount Howie, a General of the British army. Governor of Guernsey, Col of 3d reg't. Dragoons, K. B. aged 79—He was father to Lord Howie, late Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, &c. and now Earl of Grey. The deceased fought in the battle of Minden, and was an aid-de-camp to General Wolf, who fell on the plains of Abraham, in the year 1761.
At Waterford, on the 28th ult. Lieut. Africa Hamlin, aged 50—after a painful sickness of more than ten years, which he bore with unexampled fortitude and composure of mind. He was one of those never to be forgotten, who stepped forth in early part of life in defence of his country; and continued, in its service during the whole of the American revolution. His remains were decently interred on the 30th ult. attended by Oriental Lodge of Free-Masons, of which he was a member, where their last tribute of respect was paid agreeable to ancient custom; and a crowded assembly of friends and spectators joined in dropping the sympathetic tear.
In Harpswell, on the 8th inst. Benjamin Dunning, Esq. in the 71st year of his age. Altho' flattery is often paid to the dead, which to the living is no benefit—yet, in justice to the memory of Esquire Dunning, truth extorts from us the acknowledgment, that, in the capacity of a husband, a father, a professor of the religion of Christ, as a relative and friend, he was conspicuous. As a civil magistrate and representative, he did himself honor and his town justice. His life was truly exemplary and beneficial to his country—the civil and religious rights of which, were dear to him. Of him it may be said, that he served GOD and his generation, by the will of GOD. By his death, his family, church, town, the board of Overseers of Bowdoin College, and, in fine, civil society, have lost a virtuous, understanding, wise and prudent member. Help, Lord, the Gally's staff!
In this town, Mrs. Tabitha Harfey, aged 90—Mr. Wm. Plummer, aged 33.
COAL.
WILLIAM MOULTON, jun. has for sale a quantity of COAL. Feb. 8.
NOTICE!
THE copartnership of the subscribers, under the firm of PRATT & PUTNAM, was dissolved, by mutual consent, on the first day of January, last. All persons having accounts open with said firm, are requested to call on John Pratt, and have them adjusted without delay. JOHN PRATT. Feb. 8. MASON PUTNAM.
JOHN PRATT,
At the shop lately occupied by the above firm, informs that he continues to execute the Book-Binding business, in all its different branches, as usual. He has for sale a general assortment of Account Books & Stationary, &c. on reasonable terms. Feb. 8.
NOTICE!
THE connection in business between the subscribers, under the firm of THOMAS FORSAITH & CO. is this day dissolved by mutual consent. Those persons indebted either by note or account to said firm, are requested to call without delay on Thomas Forsaith and have them adjusted. JONATHAN SPARROW, Jan. 30. THOMAS FORSAITH.
THE losses sustained by the subscriber in the destruction of his building in Hay-Market Row, by the late distressing fire, are of themselves sufficiently urgent to call on those indebted on the above company's account, as well as his own private account, for immediate payment, so as to enable him to repair the building and fulfil his engagements with his creditors. With reluctance, he must say, should an adherence to this notice be omitted, he must the approaching Court take other steps however disagreeable. JONATHAN SPARROW. Feb. 8.
NOTICE!
ALL persons having accounts open with the late firm of Dearborn & Watson, are requested to call on Simon Dearborn, at their late stand, and have them adjusted without delay.
TO LET.
Store No. 6, Jones-Row—together with a room in the second story—well situated for an office or compting-room—Inquire of S. Dearborn. Feb. 8.
For Sale,
A WALL PEW, in the Rev'd. Messrs. Kellogg & Payson's Meeting House—Enquire at this Office. Feb. 8.
Back-Cove Bridge.
THE Proprietors of Back-Cove Bridge are hereby notified and warned to meet at the house of Mr. Abraham Deeman in Portland, on Monday, the 15th of February inst. at 2 o'clock P. M. for the following purposes, viz. To choose a Moderator. To make choice of a Treasurer, in the room of Lemuel Weeks, Esq. resigned. Per order of the standing Committee. STEPHEN WAITE, Prop's. Clerk. Portland, Feb. 8, 1808.
Department of State, 23d January, 1808.
NOTICE!—Merchants and others willing to forward letters to Europe, are informed, that a vessel under the orders of government, will sail from Newyork on the 10th day of February, or as soon thereafter as possible, which will deliver at L'Orient and Falmouth; all such letters as may be respectively consigned to those ports, or other Places through the fame. The Postage on the letters must be paid to Newyork.
David Bartlett,
HAIR-DRESSER.
INFORMS his friends and customers that he continues at his old stand, in Hampshire-Street—where he will be happy to attend to their commands as usual.
He gives notice to those citizens who are deprived of the means of subsistence by the E. barge, that he is willing, in common with his fellow-citizens, to contribute his mite towards their support—which he proposes to do by showing (FREE OF EXPENCE) all of the above description—who are requested to call at his shop for that purpose every day in the week (Sundays excepted) from sunrise to sunset, that they may have no excuse for not attending Divine Service.
Mr. Bartlett aware that many will endeavour to box him—gives notice that he shall extend this benevolence to those only whose necessities circumstances require it.
BULSTIN No. 1.—Feb. 8.
HE Subscribers hereby give public notice, that the Copartnership subsisting between Loring & Chandler, expired on the 1st inst. and was by mutual consent dissolved.—All persons indebted or having demands on said firm, are requested to call on Charles Loring, who is duly authorized to settle the fame. CHARLES LORING, REUBEN CHANDLER. Northyarmouth, Feb. 8.
Amoskeag Canal Lottery.
Class Fifth of the Second Grant.
SCHEME.
20000 Tickets at 5 Dollars each are 100000 Dollars. 1 Prize of 10000 is 10000 1 do. 2000 are 2000 9 Prizes 1000 are 9000 4 do. 500 are 2000 125 do. 100 are 12500 88 do. 50 are 4400 70 do. 20 are 1400 636 do. 7 are 4472 6684 86002
SUBJECT TO NO DEDUCTION.
Not two blanks to a prize.
A part of the above Prizes will be drawn in the following manner:—viz. The first drawn blank on the 5th day, shall be entitled to Do. on the 8th, 500 dols. Do. on the 10th, 1000 do. Do. on the 13th, 500 do. Do. on the 16th, 1000 do. Do. on the 18th, 500 do. Do. on the 20th, 2000 do. Do. on the 22d, 1000 do. Do. on the 24th, 1000 do. Do. on the 26th, 1000 do. Do. on the 28th, 1000 do. Do. on the 30th, 1000 do. Do. on the 32d, 1000 do. Do. on the 35th, 1000 do. Do. on the 38th, 1000 do.
Five hundred numbers will be considered as a day's drawing, and the fortunate numbers, which depend on the days will be determined accordingly.
This Class will commence drawing in Boston, on the twenty-fourth day of March next. Prizes of a thousand dollars and upwards, payable in ninety days—prizes of a hundred and of five hundred dollars, payable in sixty days; and all others in thirty days after the drawing shall be completed. Payment as usual, in bills generally current in this Commonwealth. Prizes not demanded in one year after the drawing will not be paid. Tickets rise to 5 50, after the fifteenth of March.
Tickets and Quarters in the above Lottery kept constantly for sale at the Bookstore of ISAAC ADAMS, No. 7, Bill-Street. Prize Tickets in former Lotteries taken in payment.
SAMUEL SWAN, jun. Manager. JAMES F. BALDWIN. Boston, Feb. 8, 1808.
TAKEN UP,
ON the 5th, ult. a Yacht Boat, 13 1/2 feet long, near Long Island—The owner is requested to prove property pay charges and apply to JEREMIAH CUSHING, living on Long Island. Feb. 8.
Caleb Bryant's Estate
THE heirs and creditors of the estate of Caleb Bryant, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, mariner, deceased, are hereby notified that James Burnes, administrator on said estate has exhibited to me his account of administration and also a private account of his own on said estate; both of which will be considered at a Probate Court, to be held at the Office of John Frothingham, Esq. on Wednesday the 24th day of February inst. at ten o'clock in the forenoon when and where all persons conceivably, may be present if they see fit. SAM. FREEMAN, Judge of Probate. Feb. 8.
LAST NOTICE!
THE subscribers inform those with whom they have unsettled accounts, that unless a settlement is made on or before the 15th instant, they will be lodged with an attorney for collection. CROSS & MARTIN. Feb. 1, 1808.
LIME.
A Quantity of excellent THOMASTON LIME, for sale by THOMA HOVEY, Feb. 1. No. 10, Long-Wharf.
Sale by Auction.
TOMORROW, at E. GREELY & CO's Office, at 11 o'clock A. M.
TO CASH— A small Invoice of BROAD-CLOTHS and CALICOES. Feb. 8.
Flour, Pork, &c.
Charles & John Fox.
No. 4 & 5, south side Long-Wharf, HAVE just received, 200 bbls. Superfine Flour, Warranted first quality. 100 do. do. do. 100 do. do. do. 20 bbls. Clear PORK 18 do. Navy Mels do. 20 do. No. 1, do. 50 do. Philadelphia Loaf Sugar 15 tons Nal. Plaster, assorted Chefs. Hyfson and Hyfson-kin Teas 40 boxes No. 3, Chocolate 15 do. Dopt. Candles
Together with a general assortment of Ship-Chandlery & Groceries, &c. All which they offer cheap for cash or credit. [6 w] Jan. 11.
REMOVAL.
JOEL HALL,
HAVING purchased the whole stock in trade of John P. Thurston & Co. has removed from No. 17, Long Wharf, to Court Street, (the store formerly occupied by said John P. Thurston & Co.) where he offers for sale the following articles:—
200 crates C. C. Earthen Ware Entitled to Debenture. 100 casks English Nails 60 crates Junk Bottles 1 gross Mustard Bottles Boxes 12 by 18, 11 by 15, 10 by 15, 10 by 14, 10 by 12, 9 by 13, 9 by 12, 9 by 11, 7 by 5, and 6 by 8 Crown Window Glass 20 bottles superfine, fine and common Copal Varnish 40 casks fine English Mustard 11 do. Coppers—4 do. Allum 5 do. Red Lead 4 sheets mill'd Lead, 3 lb. and 3 1/2 per square feet 10 cwt. parent Shot 1 hhd. common Lamp Black 1 keg Lythage 200 wt. Iron Wire, assorted 7 doz. long & short handled Frying-Pans 40 quires Sand Paper 7 nests Small Weights 84 small painted Scales, beams, assorted 50 boxes P'pes 160 Stone-Jugs and Butter-pots Bbls. Mels No. 1 and 2

Fresh Goods.  Joseph Barbour, AT the store lately improved by BARBOUR & STOCKBRIDGE, opposite the Insurance Office, Fifth-street, has just received a variety of Fresh, Fancy and Staple Goods , partly consisting of the following— Bottle green, corbeau and fawn coloured ladies' Cloths Peliece Flannels Bilk mulberry, fawn, green and drab Tabby Velvets A very handsome assortment of Fancy Muslins Ladies' extra long white kid Gloves Do black, white and slate habit silk do 1.0 kid and beaver do do Do white, black and slate long silk do A large assortment of ladies' & gentlemen's silk, worsted and cotton Hose Silk Shawls Ba danna and fancy silk Hdkfs. Black Barcelona do Gentlemen's black and white silk Gloves Linens and linen Cambricks British Shirting A variety of fashionable cotton Shawls Linen and linen cambrick pocket Hdkfs. Cotton cambrick and common do do White flounce Lattings Black and other coloured do Black Italian and Dutch Crapes Pink and white do Fine and common 4-4 and 6-4 white cotton Cambricks Black and other coloured do Ginghams; Prints; Copper Plates India Cottons; Long Cloths Madras Calicoes 7-8 and 6-4 Linen Checks Velvets; Cords; Thicksets Patent Cord, Toisonette and Swandown Velvets Satin Florentine Fine white Marieilles Gentlemen's fur lined Gloves Doe skin, beaver and woollen do Green, white, pink and blue sarfnetts Cotton Laces Fancy Purse Ornamented and plain Combs Glass Buttons A quantity best English Sewing Silk & Twist Fashionable coat and v. f. Buttons Silk, cotton, Doe and Morocco Suspender Fine and common brown Linens Cambrick and common Dimities English, Russia and Derry Diapers Russells; Bombazetts; Wildbores Duroy; Du apts and Shalloons 4-4, 9-8 and 6-4 Oil Cloths Gentlemen's Lambwool Hose Superfine, common and low priced Broad-cloths, all colours DoubleMilled and common Kerfeymeres do Plains; Serges; D. fills Devonshire Kersey Fine and common Coatings Rose Blankets, some very large and nice Flannels; Baizes; swankins, &c. &c. ALSO,  Muffs and Tippets, consisting of Sable, Pole Cat Elk, Bear, and Mock Sable. tf Nov. 23.
Hardware Goods.  William Goddard, HAS received by ships Joseph and Henry from Liverpool, a very extensive addition to his stock of Sadlery, Cutlery & Hardware Goods—which he offers for sale by wholesale and retail, on the most reasonable terms. 500 boxes best Crown Glass, all sizes from 9 by 7 to 18 by 12 120 cask wrought Nails, all sizes 3 tons sheet Lead 70 doz. best Eng. Sh. Shovels and Spades 25 doz. Frying pans 10 doz. best Sewing Twine 3 casks flat Irons Large quantity Cart Waggon, and Chaise Wheel Boxes Sets of Cart Iron, Weights 7, 4 and 28 lb do do Blockish Tea Pots Clock Faces Few boxes double tin Plates Blacksmith's Anvils and Vices. ALSO, An assortment of LOOKING GLASSES, with gilt and Mahogany Frames LIKEWISE, A very great variety of Joiner's Planes. Sept. 28. tf
TAKE NOTICE! FOR sale in Turner, a Dwelling House, out houses and Store, conveniently situated for a Trader, being the property of Samuel Spear of Boston—For further particulars enquire of the subscriber in Portland. Oct 12 EZEKIEL WHITMAN.
London Hats and Shoes.  Joshua Shaw, INFORMS his friends and customers that he has received his Fall and Winter supply, consisting of some of men's superfine Beaver Hats of an improved make; 1 case of ladies' Beaver Hats and Bonnets; 1 trunk plaided & patent Kid Shoes; and a large assortment of ladies' shoes, and children's Morocco Shoes. Also—A large assortment of gentlemen's Boots and Shoes, manufactured under his own inspection, of the newest fashions, and warranted to be of the first quality. Portland Oct. 26. tf
NOTICE! FOR sale in N. Gloucester, at the lower corner of the Dwelling house, Office and Store belonging to the estate of Asa Mitchell, Esq. deceased; being an excellent stand for a trader as the Country affords—The sale will be held at private sale on a day at credit of several years if required, the interest being paid annually—For further particulars enquire may be made of the subscriber in Portland. Oct 12. E. WHITMAN.
REMOVAL. WILLIAM FREEMAN has REMOVED to the Office, near the house of G. Bradbury, Esq. in Middle-street. Jan. 25.
Samuel Butts, BEGS leave to inform his Friends and the Public in general, that he has opened a  BOOK STORE, in Fifth-street, two doors below the Maine Bank—where he offers for sale, an extensive assortment of BOOKS, in the various branches of science and literature, which he will dispose of, on as advantageous terms as can be obtained at any Book store in Boston or elsewhere—of which the following is a part:  LAW. Laws of Massachusetts, 4 vols.—do. of the United States, 7 vols.—Massachusetts. Special Laws, 3 vols.—Freeman's (Mass.) Justice—Complete do.—Powell on Mortgages—Tucker's Blackstone—Craydon's Digest of U. S. Law—Massachusetts Term Reports—Peake's Law of Evidence—Coke's first Institute—Wyche's Practice—Wintworth's Pleadings—Story's do.—Proceedings of Declarations—Burns' Law Dictionary—Sullivan's Lectures, 2 vols.—Study of the Law—Town Officer and Clerk's Magazine—Probate Dictionary—Jones Law of Bailments—Marine Insurance—Powell on Divorces, &c.
PHYSIC. Chelden's Anatomy—Brown's Elements of Medicine—Pinkereton's Medical Admonitions Bell's Surgery—Underwood on Children—Willich's Lectures—Denman's Midwifery—Townsend's Guide to Health—Default's Surgery—Caldwells Medical Memoirs—Saunders on the Liver—Hunter on the Blood—Rush's Lectures—do. Eddy's Medical Electricity, &c.
DIVINITY. Life of Christ; Sermons of Blair, Jay, Peirce, Logan, Lathrop, Tappan, Whitfield, Porteus, Pike, Smalley, Massillon, and Strong; Lectures of Tappan, Blair, and Porteus; Works of Hervey and Doddridge; Whitty's Difficulties; Rowe's Exercises; Winchesters Dialogues; Huntington's Calvinism; Memoir of Pious Women; Seraphic Shepherd; Adams' History of Religion; Pilgrim's Progress; Bunyan's Works; Favel's Navigation Spiritualized; Cole's Discourses; Edwards on the Will; Hervey's Meditations; Fulfilling of the Scriptures; Paley's National Theology; Orton's Exposition; Empire of Christ; Gelpel's own Witness; Cruden's Concordance; Andrews Universalism, &c. &c.
HISTORY. Of American Revolution; of New England, Robinson's America; Rollin's Ancient History; Voltairs Charles 5th and 12th; Belknap's New-Hampshire; Hume's England; Mavor's Universal History; Milot's General History; Ancient Europe; History of Madrid; Clouder's Ireland; Bonaparte and French People; French War; Gibbons Roman Empire Williams' Vermont; Winterbotham's America; do. China; Rollin's Arts and Sciences; Goldsmith's Rome, &c.
BIOGRAPHY. Life of Washington, of Franklin, of Bonaparte, of Moreau, of Sir Wm. Jones, of Nelson, of Edwards, of Darwin; Johnson's Lives of the Poets; Biographical Dictionary; Roscoe's Lorenzo de Medici, &c. &c.
MISCELLANEOUS. Works of Sterne; Shakespeare and Goldsmith; Spectator; Tatler; Wealth of Nations; Hamilton on Education; Juvenile Letters; Acobies Travels; Lock's Essays; Harris' Masonic Constitution; Humphreys Works; Bacon's Essays; Birds of Scotland; Aulins Letters; Elements of Christianity; the Gambler; Tale of Truth; Philip Quarll; Smalley's Morrels and Nelson's Letter; Homer's Iliad; Lacy's Cabinet; Vendomeur; Burlemague; Holmes' Annals; Honate Palencia; the arch's Lives; Pictures of Hope; Ira and Isabella; Letter Writer; Novice of St. Domingo; Carr's Tour in Holland; Stranger in France; Stranger in Ireland; Moore's Works; Juvenile Poems; do. Moore's De Ireland's Romance; Mities of Human Life; Foster's Essays; Watts' Logic; Cowper's Task; Candid Reasoner; Gibbony's Poems; Conquest of Peru; Beauties of St. Pierre; Modern Songster; Songster's Museum; Adventures; Akins' Letters; Akinides' Pleasures of Imagination; Thompson's Seasons; Beauties of Blair; Beauties of the Spectator, &c. M'Kenzie's Voyages; French Revolution; Columbian Eloquence; Cook's Voyages; Dream Book; Denon's Travels; Wilson's Egypt; Complete Justice; Paine's Works; N'Wellis' do; Select Plays; Scott's Beauties; Rural Economy; Echo; Beldons Observations; Butlers Hudibras; Clarkson on Slavery; Edwards on Baptism; Rule of Life; Study of the Bible; Popular Tales; History of the World; Jefferson's Notes; Vicar of Wakefield; Ovid; Triumph of Temper; Chacones Letters; Strove on Animation; Presley's Biographical Syem; the Idler; Caldwell's Memories; Clark's Nepos; Anacharsis Travels; Treatises on Fruit Trees; Volney's Ruins; do. View of America Fergusson's Astronomy; Alconan of Mahomet; Temple of Nature; Baron Trenck.
SCHOOL BOOKS. Shelden's, Boyer's, Johnson's, Walker's and Perry's Dictionary; Greek Lexicon; Lenefer's Testaments; Latin Cakes; Latin and Greek Grammars; French do; Lyne's Latin Primer; Morse's Geography; Murray's, Alexander's, Bingham's and Staniford's Grammars; Welch's, Pike's, Adams's, Dilworth's, Goosale's, Temple's, and Root's Arithmetics; Scott's Lessons; Orators; Preceptors; Art of Reading; Weisfletter's third part; Parish Geography; Webster's, Porry's, Pike's and Maine Spelling Books; a great variety of Books for children, &c. &c.
SEAMEN'S ARTICLES. Blunt's Practical Navigator & Coast Pilot Ship Master's Assistant; Charts of the European, American, and West-India Coasts; Journals; Scales and Dividers; Log Paper; Cargo Books; Nautical Almanacks for 1808.
FAMILY BIBLES. Brown's and Collins' Family Bibles; Common Quarto Bibles; Carey's Bible; School and Pocket Bibles; Testaments; Prayer Books; Watts's, Belknap's, Tates and Brady's Bellows, Richards's, Smith & Sleeper's Hymn Books; do. Hartford's Collection.
ACCOUNT BOOKS. Ledgers—Journals—Day Books—Record do.—Note do.—Receipt do.
STATIONARY. Demy, Foolscap, and Pot Paper—thick and thin Folio Post. Wove, Hot pressed, gilt and plain Letter Paper—drawing and music Paper—blotting do.—Quills from 16 to 1 do. and 12 sets a bunch—red and black Ink Powder—pocket, bras, lead, pewter and desk Inkstands—Ink Glasses for Writing Deks—durable Ink for marking on linen—gentlemen's and ladies' morocco Wallets—Camels Hair Pencils—Memorandum Books—Pencils—Slates—Penknives—Office Seals—Sand and Sand-Boxes—Wafers and Sealing Wax—Court Plaister; Paint Boxes—Cases of Mathematical Instruments—Playing Cards, &c. &c. Maps of the United States—Massachusetts do.—a general assortment of Commercial, Judicial, and other Blank—Instructions for playing on Musical Instruments—Singing Books of various kinds—Holyoke's Columbian Repository—Registers and Almaracks for 1808.
Cash given for junk, and clean Linen and Cotton Rags. 6w. Jan. 4.
Cheap Store.  JOHN DIX, No 2, Fifth-street, HAS just returned from Boston, and is now opening for sale, a large and elegant assortment of  Silk, Cotton & Woolen Goods, which he continues to sell at his usual reduced prices, notwithstanding the general rise of English Goods in this country.
AMONG WHICH ARE THE FOLLOWING, Florance, India and Italian Silks and Lute-strings, of every description An elegant assortment of Ginghams, some of which are but 35 one yard wide 3 cases Calicoes, of the newest fashionable style A large assortment of Fancy Muslins Ladies' Peliece loths and Peliece Flannels, consisting of bottle-green, London-brown, ash and light brown colors Peliece Tabby Velvets, consisting of bottle-green, black, blue and purple colors Black bottle-green and purple colored Silk-Velvets for Pelieces Children's Peliece Flannels, from 8/3 to 3/9 per yard Black Bombazett—Wildbores—Durants—Shalloons—Russells and Duroys Cheap Serges and Cassimeres for children's ware Worsted Hosiery in general, at a cheap rate A large assortment of cotton and Linen Cambricks Cambrick and common Dimities 1 case of fashionable French Ribbons, some of which are very rich Long and short Kid Gloves Silk do. and Armlets 1 trunk Kid Shoes, real London manufacture and of the newest patterns Silk Stockings, a large assortment English Shirting Cottons, some very fine 1 bale India Calicoes A large assortment of India Cottons, from 9/ to 2/3 per yard 1 bale Rose Blankets, assorted from 6-4 to 11-4 2 bales 5-8 Russia Diaper American manufactured do Russia Sheetings and Ravens Duck Bacanna Handkerchiefs, with almost every other description of Handkerchiefs 1 case Muffs and Tippets—Straw Bonnets 15 pieces Carpeting, real Kidderminster and warranted fall colors 1 case of Broadcloths and Cassimeres Patent Cords and Plains Velvets and Trafalgar Cords Waistcoating, Coating and Fearnoughts Baizes, Flannels and Dimities With many other Goods not mentioned in this advertisement. The whole of the above Goods are offered at such reduced prices that the small profits arising from the sales, make it necessary for him to sell them for cash only. Jan. 25
Boarders Wanted. MR. LABOTTIERE will take on very reasonable terms, twelve Gentlemen to board they will be accommodated with a private Hall to dine in, and separate rooms, well furnished, & lodge—Mr. L. pledges himself to give entire satisfaction to those who may feel disposed to honor him with their company—For terms, (which will be very moderate) please to call at his house. Jan. 4 (8w)
LOST! ON the 20th instant, A RED MOROCCO POCKET-BOOK, containing one twenty dollar Bill of the United States Bank, and small bills to the amount of from thirty-five to forty dollars, with sundry papers of no use to any person but the owner.—Whoever will return the same to this Office, shall receive Ten Dollars Reward and no questions asked.—SAMUEL COLBY. Jan. 25
LOST! AT the late fire in Haymarket-Row, a FIRE BUCKET, marked E. Preble, No. 2.—Whoever will give information of the same, so that it may be obtained, shall receive the thanks of the owner. E. PREBLE. Jan. 25
Genteel Boarding—in Boston, BY Mrs. ELIZABETH SMITH, at No 12, Court-street, where every exertion will be made to accommodate and give satisfaction—Each person may have a separate Chamber and Bed, if required. Jan. 25.
THOSE who have papers, which were left in the hands of the late W. Symmes, Esq. may receive them by calling on the subscriber; and those, who are indebted to the estate of said Symmes will please to make immediate payment to WM. FREEMAN, Adm'r. Jan. 25.
THE copartnership between the subscribers under the firm of  BISHOP & WEBSTER, was dissolved on the 8th January, inst. by mutual consent. All persons who have demands against them, and those who are indebted, are requested to call on ENOS BISHOP, and have them adjusted without delay. ENOS BISHOP, THOS. WEBSTER. Freeport, Jan. 25
TO LET, THE Office, lately occupied by James C. Jewett, Esq.—Also, the one lately occupied as the Argus-Office.—Inquire of ZACHARIAH MARSTIN. Jan. 25.
TAKEN UP, A CHESNUT colored MARE, January 5, 1808. The owner may have her again by proving property and paying charges. Inquire of BENJ. WEBSTER.
Who has found a Tippet? LOST, on Sunday morning the 17th instant, in passing from Temple-down Federal-street by St. Paul's Church, into Fore-street, A SABLE-SKIN TIPPET. Whoever has found, and will leave it at this Office, shall be very generously rewarded. Jan. 25.
BENJAMIN WILLIS, HAVING been driven from his late stand in Haymarket Row, (by the late fire) has taken the Store lately occupied by Mr. John Dean, opposite Messrs. How & Evans' Store, where he has now for sale, a large assortment of English, India & West India Goods; which were laid in at reduced prices, and shall be sold at a very small profit—and made satisfactory to purchasers.
NOTICE! In consequence of the severe loss which he has sustained by the fire he is under the necessity of again calling on those indebted to him, where the time of payment has elapsed, to make immediate payment, otherwise they must not be surprised if they should be called on at the approaching Court, (15th Feb.) as the above calamity, he trusts, will be a sufficient excuse for so doing. N. B.—There are a number of Goods missing that were removed, should any person have knowledge of them they will oblige the subscriber by giving information, that they may be recovered. Those gentlemen who were active in rescuing and preserving his goods, have the grateful thanks of BENJ. WILLIS
EZEKIEL DAY, HAS FOR SALE, 150 hhds. Liverpool SALT A few hhds. St. Martins do. 300 quintals COD-FISH, suitable for country use; Which will be sold cheap for Cash. Jan. 25
WILLIAM LORD, INFORMS his friends and the public in general, that he has just received a general assortment of  W. I. Goods, Groceries & Hard Ware, which are now ready for sale at his store in Fore-street, on the most reasonable terms for cash. [6w] Jan. 11.
Drugs and Medicines.  WILLIAM LORD, INFORMS his friends and the public, that he has purchased the Stock in Trade of JOHN COE, and that the business will be carried on at No 4, Fifth-street—where  DRUGS & MEDICINES of a genuine quality will be kept constantly for sale on reasonable terms. N. B.—The business of the Medicine Store will be conducted by J. COE, who will pay every attention to customers, and all favors gratefully acknowledged. Jan. 25
JOHN COE, REQUESTS all persons, having Accounts open with him, to call at No 4, Fifth-street, and have them adjusted. Jan. 25.
NOTICE! ALL persons indebted to STEPHEN CUMMINGS, for services in the line of his profession, as a Physician, are informed that unless payment is made to the subscriber on or before the last day of February, their accounts will be left with an Attorney and put in suit without further notice. Jan. 25 JOHN COE.
COFFEE. FOR sale by WILLIAM GODDARD, at his store in Middle-street—a few hhds. and bags best Green COFFEE Feb. 1.
Edward Howe, Upholsterer, No. 2, Union-Row, INFORMS the public, that he has just opened an extensive assortment of English, French and American PAPER HANGING, with elegant Borders and Panel Papers of the very latest and best patterns, which are selling very low; fashionable Fringes, Laces, and Taces, and Tassels for curtains; Chimney Furniture; Bedecking: Down, Live Geese and Russia Feathers: Sofas with and without Hair Cloth; Easy and Lolling Chairs: double and single Hair Mattresses: Mols do. Also—An elegant assortment of gilt and mahogany framed LOOKING-GLASSES, as has ever been offered for sale in this town. E. HOWE also stuffs Sofas, Easy and Lolling Chairs, Matrasses of all kinds, Cushions for Pews, &c. Beds made and filled, warranted of the first quality. High post and field Bed Curtains made in the most fashionable style. CASH given for Oxen and Horses' COARSE HAIR. tf Dec. 7.
FOR SALE, AN excellent Stand at Gambo, in the town of Windham, about 12 miles from Portland, consisting of large FARM, SAW and GRIST MILLS, with many valuable privileges. Also—Seven hundred acres of good improvable LAND in East & W. Portland. Also—Two hundred acres of LAND, in the town of Raymond, and several good FARMS, in various places not far from said Portland. Any or all of said Real Estate may be had on generous terms and long credit by applying to SAMUEL BUTTS, at his Book-Store, Fore-Street, PORTLAND. (6w) Jan 11
REMOVAL. J. D. HOPKINS respectfully informs the public that he has removed his office to the room formerly occupied by Salmon Chase, Esq. and lately by Thomas Hopkins, jun. being the next door to the office of the Register of Deeds—where he will be ready to receive the commands of those who may wish to employ him in the line of his profession. Portland, Dec. 21. sm.
Factory Cotton.  Henry Smith & Co. No. 4, Middle-street, HAVE for sale a large assortment of factory, Wharp and Filling, and two threaded whitened Cotton. July 18. tf
Patent Trusses. JUST received and for sale by John S. Dupree. AT his store in Fore-street, head of Ingraham's-Wharf, an assortment of Stone's Improved Trusses for Ruptures. This invention is considered by Physicians of the first eminence, as a great Improvement on the kind heretofore made, and has secured to him a Patent from the President of the United States. They consist of a double Spring, yielding more readily to the motion of the body—being at the same time more comfortable to the wearer, and attended with better effect. (copiam) Feb. 1.
CRAM & ATHERTON. HAVE removed their Compting Room to No. 2, Long-Wharf. Jan. 11
FOR SALE, BY  J. Richardson, No. 3, Long-Wharf, 200 bbls. Mefs and No. 1 Beef, 200 do No. 2 and 3 do 200 half bbls. Mefs No. 1 do 30 bbls No 1 and 2 Pork, 100 hds Liverpool Salt Nov 16.
TO LET, A LARGE convenient two-story DWELLING-HOUSE, pleasantly situated in Federal-street, lately occupied by Mr. Isaac Mellen. ALSO, A convenient DWELLING-HOUSE in the same street, suitable for a small family. For terms, apply to STEPHEN TUKEY. Feb. 1
REMOVAL And more New and Cheap Goods.
N. P. Poor, INFORMS the Purchasers of ENGLISH GOODS, that he has removed from Massie's Row, to the store lately occupied by Munroe & Tuttle, corner of Middle and Union Streets where may be found a good assortment of GOODS, cheap as can be purchased—viz— Baizes and Flannels, by the piece or yard Perseie Flannels and Cloths Broadcloths and Cassimeres Plains, Duffs, Blankets, 6-4 to 10-4 Common and Superfine Coatings Worsted Hosiery—a quantity Cotton and silk do Pic nic and other silk Gloves Kid Habit Gloves, York tan and beaver do White, pink and yellow Sarfnetts 1 carton real Thread Laces Cotton, white and black silk Veils & Laces Cap Patterns—Lace Muslins White and colored Sarsnet Cambricks Cotton Cambricks—Calicoes and Furnitures, Chambrays, Ginghams, silk Vestings Chambray Shawls A large assortment of fancy Cotton and India Cottons and Checks, Bombazetts, &c. &c. With a variety of FANCY ORNAMENTS, viz Gold and silver Bands and Chains Bugie Bands; Beaded Crescent Beaded Star Trimming—Spangles Silk Cords and Tassels Plumes and Ostrich Feathers Silk Habit Buttons Morocco and Velvet Purse, &c. &c. All of which will be sold on the very lowest terms for cash. (epif) Dec 14
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that she has been duly appointed and has taken upon herself the trust of Administratrix on the estate of EBENEZER HUMPHREY, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Trader, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs—the 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 POLLY HUMPHREY. Jan. 28, 1808. (F 1)
THE subscriber hereby gives public notice to all concerned, that she has been duly appointed and has taken upon herself the trust of Executrix of the last will and testament of THOMAS MEAD, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Mariner, deceased, by giving bond as the law directs—the 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 SOPHIA MEAD. Jan. 28. (F 1)
WE the subscribers, Commissioners, appointed by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. Judge of Probate for the county of Cumberland, to receive and examine the claims of the several creditors to the estate of ELEAZER BARTLETT, late of Orisfield, in the county of Cumberland, yeoman, deceased, give notice that six months from the eleventh day of November last, is allowed to said creditors to bring in and prove their claims; and that we shall attend that service at the house of Nathaniel Cary, jun. holder in said Orisfield, on the second Tuesday of February next, and on the second Tuesday of the three following months, from ten o'clock A. M. to five P. M. each day. DANIEL HOLDEN, BENJAMIN WIGHT. Orisfield, Jan. 8 (25)
WE the subscribers, Commissioners, appointed by the Hon. Samuel Freeman, Esq. Judge of Probate for the county of Cumberland, to receive and examine the claims of the several creditors to the estate of GEORGE FURGESON, late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Mer. deceased, 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 Enos Trefry, in Portland, on the last Tuesday of this and the five following months, from two to five o'clock P. M. ENOCH HUSLEY, GEORGE WARREN. Jan. 28