Jenks' Portland gazette (Portland, Me.), 1804-05-05 00:00:00

JENKS' PORTLAND GAZETTE.
No. 3 of Vol. VII.
PORTLAND, (MAINE) SATURDAY, MAY 5, 1804.
Whole Number, 315.
Efficiency.
From the CONNETICUT COURANT.
The Constitution of the United States.
This was the House that the people built.
The money arising from the public Revenue.
This was the Mint. That lay in the House that the People built.
Justice.
This was the Rat. That lay in the House that the People built.
Tracy.
This was the Cat, That watch'd the Rat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the People built.
Wheat.
This was the Dog, That bark'd at the Cat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the People built.
Bleed.
This was the Bull with a crumpled horn, Which kick'd up a dust, To help the dog, That bark'd at the Cat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the people built.
Democracy.
This was the Maid that was all forlorn, That fed the Bull with a crumpled horn, Which kick'd up a dust, To help the dog, That bark'd at the Cat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the People built.
Skinner.
This was the Hunter who founded the horn, To cheer up the Maid who was all forlorn, That fed the Bull with a crumpled horn, Which kick'd up a dust, To help the dog, That bark'd at the Cat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the People built.
Reason & Gratitude.
This was the Reason all shaven and shorn Who publish'd his memoirs all tatter'd and torn, And quitted the altar all cover'd with scorn, And mutter'd his prayers both evening and morn, In aid of the Hunter who founded his horn, To cheer up the Maid who was all forlorn, That fed the Bull with a crumpled horn, Which kick'd up a dust, To help the dog, That bark'd at the Cat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the people built.
Conscience.
That invisible power thro' ages unborn, Will still hold its office and whet up a thorn, Which will pierce with a pang too sharp to be borne, Thro' the heart of the reason all shaven and shorn Who publish'd his memoirs all tatter'd and torn, And quitted the altar all cover'd with scorn, And mutter'd his prayers both evening and morn, In aid of the Hunter who founded his horn, To cheer up the Maid who was all forlorn, That fed the Bull with a crumpled horn, Which kick'd up a dust, To help the dog, That bark'd at the Cat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the people built.
Liberty.
This was the Lark that sung loud in the morn, And mounted in triumph on pinions untorn, And call'd to avenge her on traitors forsworn, That invisible power which thro' ages unborn, Will still hold its office and whet up a thorn, Which will pierce with a pang too sharp to be borne, Thro' the heart of the reason all shaven and shorn Who publish'd his memoirs all tatter'd and torn, And quitted the altar all cover'd with scorn, And mutter'd his prayers both evening and morn, In aid of the Hunter who founded his horn, To cheer up the Maid who was all forlorn, Who fed the Bull with a crumpled horn, Which kick'd up a dust, To help the dog, That bark'd at the Cat, That watch'd the Malt, That lay in the House that the People built.
THE PARIS TIPPEE.
The dress of the Parisian beaux is thus humourously announced in a late paper.
"Have you a chestnut coloured coat with the new collar? Are the buttons of white metal and semiglobular? Is your vest single breasted, and are the buttons pearl? Does Harmon cut your hair and whiskers? Have your stockings large clocks? Have you flat boat shoes? You will be welcome in the parlour and Citadine will admit you into her Boudoir. Without that you will not pass the drawing room; or if you make your way into society, you will not be noticed. The young gentle will survey you without speaking to you; the best dancers among the belles will refuse you; finally, you will have no success—you will make no noise—you will have lost your evening."
Recipe for Hop Beer. —Take one pound of Hops in a bag and boil them fifteen minutes in a pail of water, when done cool the same hastily by dashing it with a pail full more of cool water, add two gallons of molasses to it in the cooling state, then put the whole into a clean barrel and fill up with cold water, let it ferment without yeast fifteen days, then bung close and cap it, and beer made in this way will sparkle, be brisk and sweet for six months.
Prudent men should look up their motives, giving only their intimates a key.
FOR THE PORTLAND GAZETTE.
THE PILGRIM.....NO. XIII.
"Et dulces moriens reminiscitur Argos." And as he breath'd his last his country's bliss.
Local attachment is one of the earliest, and most distinguishing characteristics of man. When we contemplate the favorite spot, where our eyes first opened on the light, emotions of tenderness are spontaneous, and irresistible. Memory reviews with fondness her earliest treasures, and interweaves a thousand delightful reflections; while fancy implants a pleasing lustre to objects, already mellowed by distance, and softened by time. Whether it arise from remembrance of the pleasures of childhood, and the unmingled joys of earlier days, that we are delighted with every object, that renews the visions of past happiness; or whether it be a wise provision of providence to secure the rights of nations, by an instinctive attachment in all to the place of their nativity, I pretend not to determine. Certain it is, that these early and lasting sensations gradually ripen, into patriotism, and form a character, which has ever been the theme of admiration and applause.
No word in our language has been more abused than patriotism. So much is it perverted from its original purity, and so often has it been prostituted to the vilest purposes, that a true friend to his country would shrink from the appellation. In the mouths of turbulent demagogues, it has long been the watchword of sedition, outrage and murder. This name has been confidently assumed by those wretches, "who wear their patriotism for a cloak, cut for all climes and countries under heaven"—who, like the locusts of Egypt, swarm in all our coasts, and flourish under the mild reign of that philosophy which while it prevents the growth of genuine liberty, supports in rank luxuriance, unbridled licentiousness.
Among most nations, and under every form of government, besides the supporters of administration, and their opponents, there has generally been found a third set, consisting of lukewarm temporizers, who, having neither firmness to assert right, nor the courage to oppose wrong, shelter themselves under the imposing names, of moderation, and impartiality. Of this description of prudent and accommodating characters, was Atticus, a man, who appears to have ill deserved the elaborate encomiums, he has so often received. The friendship and partiality of Cicero, have preserved him from oblivion, and borne him down to us with such devotion, as he could never have attained, independently of the praise of his illustrious contemporary.
The predominating passion of Atticus, was a love of ease, to which he willingly sacrificed the duties of a citizen and the dignity of independence; and while he could indulge himself in the inglorious delights of epicurism, he little cared whether his country groaned beneath the scourge of usurpation, or rejoiced under the sceptre of legitimate authority. Notwithstanding the applauses which have been lavished on him, for that impartiality which rendered him equally the friend of all parties, his conduct favors more of the meanness of temporizing policy, than a disinterested love of justice; more of selfish regard to his private interest, than of generous concern for the welfare of his country.
Much has been said in praise of candor and moderation in our political conduct. But let us not be deceived by words, to which no meaning is attached. There is, and ever has been, a right and a wrong side, between which there is no medium. So sensible was Solon, the Athenian legislator of this truth, that he forbade any citizen remaining neutral in political dissensions. There are in every contest limits, which if we pass, candor becomes pusillanimity, and condescension degenerates into cowardice.
Unresisting acquiescence in the triumphs of faction, is of incalculable disservice to the cause of just, and equitable government. Moderation emboldens the friends of disorder, and gives efficacy to their
measures for disturbing the public tranquility. Instead of that dispassionate coolness which is due to virtue alone, their heresies ought to be combated with the indignation of violated truth, and punished with the severity of unrelenting justice.
In the wonderful drama of the eighteenth century, new scenes have been displayed to the astonished world. Compared with the plans of modern cosmopolites, the project of the masons of Babel no longer appears impious or futile. In their rapid strides towards perfectibility, they trample on feelings founded in nature, and confirmed by habit; and despite every opinion that has been sanctioned by the hardness of antiquity, or the pen of inspiration. The accursed doctrines of these philosophers (falsely so called) have withstood the combined attacks of ridicule and argument, and continue to spread their pernicious influence. They are conspirators against every institution, against every improvement, against every consolatory hope which gilds the horizon of this vale of tears. They are rancorous enemies, not only of religion, but of all legitimate and virtuous government. They ought therefore to be frequently and indignantly exposed to the execration their infamous and destructive machinations deserve.
From the CENTINEL.
To the Federal Republican Electors of Massachusetts.
FELLOW-CITIZENS!
THE times call loudly for exertion. The intrigues of your enemies are in powerful though secret operation throughout the commonwealth. To defeat them it is necessary they should be exposed.
Honest men, who love their country—who despise trick and intrigue, and who are as open and ingenuous in their policies, as in their private dealings; are superior to suspicion and mistrust, and are therefore liable to the impositions of political swindlers. The peaceable, industrious citizens of the Commonwealth, had contemplated the official conduct of Governor STRONG, and the Majority of Federal Republicans, in the Senate and House of Representatives, with satisfaction. They had found him, and them, administering the government with fidelity, with moderation and with preeminent success; they saw that the affairs of Massachusetts flourished; that her treasury was full and overflowing; that the state debt was yearly diminishing; that the militia was in the best state of discipline, and completely organized; that public improvements of every description were the effect of general and individual prosperity; that numerous acts had passed for the encouragement and establishment of bridges, turnpike roads, canals, academies, banks, and various commercial and agricultural institutions: that public business was dispatched with unprecedented facility; that Economy was introduced into every department of the State; that important political questions had been discussed with candor and moderation; that the right of the minority in every instance had been respected; and the oaths of Governor, and Legislators to support the constitutions of this State and of the United States, had been inviolably observed:—They saw and felt all this, and more; and they reposed in security, that the general knowledge and effect of this wise and prudent administration, were certain pledges of re-election of men, whose conduct had been thus praiseworthy and beneficial; as the best compensation for their labors and patriotism. In this persuasion the FARMER attended to his husbandry, the MERCHANT to his commerce, and the MECHANIC to his work shop, secure and unsuspecting. But they now find their error. The experience of the last election has convinced them, that virtues, however spotless and commanding; talents however eminent; services however faithful and laborious; official deportment, however impartial and conciliatory, can form no barrier to the restless spirit of party; no shield against the sting of ingratitude; no impediment to the march of demagogues to their purposes. This experience has opened the eyes of the people; and seeing their danger they will avert it.
To support these premises, my fellow citizens, a few facts shall be presented to your examination. Nearly at the close of the last session of the legislature, upwards of Fifty persons, many of them members of the General Court, who had been eye and ear witnesses of the prosperity of State, under the administration of Gov. STRONG; and the ability, honesty and patriotism, which distinguished the measures of the Legislature; assembled in secret, midnight caucus; for the sole purpose of concerting measures, to remove that Governor, and those Majorities and House of Repre-
sentatives to whom you had confided your interest, and of whose merit and patriotism they ought to have been the foremost defenders! Yes, fellow citizens, such was the object of a caucus, formed by Men, whose travel to Boston, has been paid out of your treasury; and who were deputed by you for the purpose of promoting the general good of the State; and not to answer the ends of a party; to organize the executive of a faction, and to dictate to you in your elections.
This self created executive of a party proceeded to organize itself; to call in the aid of the discontented from the neighboring towns; and to carry its machinations into effect. The first object was to mislead and inflame the public mind with specious theories and bold misrepresentations.... Committees were raised for the purpose; an incendiary pamphlet was written, several thousand copies struck off, and circulated in every part of the Commonwealth. All this was executed with the caution of conspiracy; and the secrecy of a Turkish divan. Honorable men and real Patriots, would have disdained resorting to measures so dark and groveling;—But men, who are styled Honourable were the planners of the plot. An " Honourable " Senator stood the scribe of the caucus:—and honourable men, who had received pay from the Treasury, as servants of the Commonwealth, contributed a part of that pay to furnish the ways and means to carry into execution the schemes of this caucus.
FELLOW CITIZENS! Contemplate these facts; and if in the moment of surprise and indignation you should inquire for the cause of this meeting; this waste of midnight oil; and all this expence and pains-taking; you will learn, that the only CRIME which subtlety or falsehood could invent or forge against Governor STRONG, and the majority of your Legislature, was that he and they, do not join in judgement on political affairs with President Jefferson, and the majority of Congress; and that he and they think the maxims of WASHINGTON and ADAMS, as wise and as good as theirs.—Yes, my Countrymen, this was the only crime of which your Governor and Legislators stand indicted by the would be Attorney-General of the State, and the real Public Accuser of a party. As if Governor STRONG had not an equal right to political sentiments with President Jefferson; and, as if Mr. Jefferson does not differ as much from Governor STRONG as Governor STRONG does from President Jefferson. Though thus indicted, the friends of Governor STRONG challenge the pamphlet writer, and his abettors to produce proofs of ONE INSTANCE—one solitary instance, wherein Governor STRONG has proposed a measure hostile to Mr. Jefferson's administration; one measure having the smallest tendency to embarrass or disgrace that administration; or to impede the due execution of the Constitution, Laws and Ordinances of the United States, in Massachusetts. Until these proofs are given, the public have a right to consider the writer of the pamphlet as a base calumniator.
But the removal of Governor STRONG was not the sole object of the conspirators.—A second object was to CHANGE the Legislature of State. Heaven, be praised, their machinations have hitherto been defeated.—Governor STRONG is re-elected, and by nearly as many votes as he had last year, notwithstanding his enemies then declared that many thousand democrats voted for him—Lt. Governor Robbins is re-elected.—A majority of the senate are elected of genuine Federal Republicans. And these elections have been made, not by any exertions; but by the common unexcited exercise of the Federal suffrages. But to these machinations have been defeated in art; they may yet be mischievous. The men who thus strove to supplant Governor STRONG in April, will in May exert every art to introduce a majority of the political enemies of Governor STRONG into the House of Representatives. To prevent this is now your duty. Your honor; the harmony of the public councils; the reputation of the Commonwealth; every thing which can excite vigilance, or command exertion; all demand that the towns, which give Governor STRONG a majority of votes should see that their suffrages are not nullified in the Legislature; which can only be done by their full representation therein. They may be assured of meeting full representations from the towns opposed to them. Every town which can send a Representative, of Federal Republican principles, ought to send one. The extensive and flourishing counties of Hampshire and Worcester will bear in mind, that the eyes of the whole continent are turned towards them. Their suffrages have done them honor in the estimation of the world; and they are called upon to finish with glory, what they have founded on patriotism. This they can do by a numerous and Federal representation in the House of Representatives. The DISTRICT OF MAINE too, stands high in federal reputation. Her representation has always been respectable. She is solicited this year to make it unanimous.
MAYHEW
April 24, 1804.

CITIZENS OF PORTLAND!
On Monday next, at eleven o'clock, A. M. you are called upon to assemble for the purpose of choosing your Representatives for the ensuing year. The character of this town being decidedly federal; if it is not represented by federal men, it will be mis-represented. Those who know the unceasing efforts of democrats to carry their points, must also know the necessity of vigilance and union to counteract them. The caucus which was intended to be secret previous to the election of Governor and Senators, was devised for the purpose of combining their forces, and overbearing the federalists, who it was presumed would be inactive until the day of election. Had their plans not been discovered, they probably would have produced a majority of votes against the great and good man who has so ably and uprightly administered the government for three years past; one hundred and fifty-nine being a majority of those who usually attend our town meetings—but being discovered, your reassembling at such proceedings was refused. You nobly despised the tricks prepared for you by a faction, and by a candid display of independent zeal, put them and their councils to confusion.
While our fellow-citizens in many towns, trusted to the principles of the cause, and the virtues of their candidates, without making any effort to support one or the other; the more patriotic electors of Boston and Portland knowing better the character and designs of their adversaries, were awake at their posts, and by a manly and honorable exertion, saved the Commonwealth from jacobin councils, and from the wretched policy of abandoning proved, able, and faithful agents, to make way for visionary, unlearned, and unmeriting pretenders.
Look, fellow-citizens, at the votes for Governor in the several towns in the Commonwealth—then contrast the characters of the candidates, and say whether it be not criminal any longer to withhold that aid and influence which we are all able to give to a righteous cause. What but the most desperate delinquents could induce the fashion in this state to attempt to remove the will, difference, and patriotic man as Governor Starks? What but mischievous motives could prevail upon them to unawfully vote for the Attorney General? Do they prefer him to any other man? Are they satisfied with his merits and claims to the office? No; but he has consented to take the lead of their party, after every other man of consequence had declined it as a deliberate cause.
They have failed to be sure, thanks to the good sense and discernment of the people, more especially in Boston and Portland; and the good cause still prevails in spite of the tricks of its enemies, and in spite of the laziness and blind confidence of too many of its friends. But their machinations are not yet finished; the great jacobin caucus in Boston, which began the ridiculous abortion in Portland, on the Friday evening before election, made it part of their plan, to urge the democratic towns to send a full representation the ensuing year, with a view, if they could not get a Governor of their own, to be able by a majority in the House of Representatives, to threaten and perplex the Governor, who should be chosen by the federalists. Should this plan be carried into effect, and unless a full representation from the federal towns prevent, it most certainly will; we are destined to see that political monster, a democratic representation of a highly federal state. Proofs exist, that many towns in which jacobinism prevails, which therefore have been contented with one representative, intend to choose as many as their population will allow.
The populous, wealthy and federal towns should do the same, or the above-mentioned mischief will ensue.
Portland stands high in reputation, it ought not to be satisfied with two representatives; having a right to send five. It appears to me that not less than four should be chosen; and if any person be nominated above the trifling expense to its constituents on an occasion, let him be informed that Newburyport, Ipswich and other towns have heretofore agreed upon such gentlemen as would not be desirous to attend throughout the session, and that on an average not more than half the number have been constantly attending. The advantage of this is, that the whole can attend on the day of election of Senators, when the Legislature takes its political character; part of them return home soon after, and are always ready to go should any great occasion call for them, and otherwise remain at home. Thus four Representatives may be chosen, and the expense to the town exceed but little of that of two, the traveling fees not being charged to the town, but paid out of the public treasury. Newburyport the last year chose six Representatives, and I am well informed that except the first two or three days of the session, there were never more than two at the same time attending. The democratic party in this town despairing of being able to effect a choice of one of their own, will endeavor so far to assist the general plan, as to reduce our representation to one, and they will urge this on the score of economy, a very popular but often abused principle. The man who is too parsimonious to secure his doors by locks, or his yard or garden by fences, is not an economist but a miser; and in the end loses double the amount of the expense, by thieves or cattle—in politics the system of saving carried to such an excess, as to expose the country to danger, is not economy but the worst of all parsimony.
Let us then for one year show that this town has spirit to exert its energy on trying occasions. At legal fellow citizens, it behoves you to attend the meeting early and see that your influence in the legislature is not cut down one half by the minority of this town. Should you determine to send more than two, undoubtedly persons can be fixed upon, who will cause the expense to be as light as possible; should you continue yourselves to the present number, the same principles which urged you to prevent a change in the principal affairs, will induce you to vote for the two gentlemen who have faithfully and I believe ably represented the town the year past.
A VOTER.
COMMUNICATION.
MR. JENKINS. OF all the reasons given for the supposed increase of democracy in the district of Maine of late, I have heard of none more singular and propitious, than one mentioned in this vicinity a few days since—An honest, well meaning citizen who lives in one of the inland towns of this county, after some conversation upon governmental voting in the country the present year, was asked, what was the reason that the jacobins increased so much faster in the country than in the seaports? He answered, because the people in the country are more religious, than they are in seaports; that President Adams was unreservedly religious, and wished to establish one particular denomination only, and so on—an answer which would make even an enlightened democrat blush. It is not easy to conceive that fallacious so vile an original from any place short of that mentioned in Revelations, 21 chap 8 v. Such however is the doctrine preached, and such the misrepresentations made by designing men, at this day, among the unwary and virtuous yeomanry, and by some too I fear, who make high pretences to fortuity and true religion. Can no plan be laid, no method devised to prevent people being thus imposed upon? It is really lamentable that the friends of government are so little awake to their best political interest. It is high time to be "up and doing." No pains are spared, no stone left unturned to disseminate vice and sow the seeds of destruction to all good order, and even moral virtue. It is in vain for us to
have to fear? I answer, we have every thing to fear that usually springs out of a weak, wicked and per-juring administration. These qualities appear to me so manifest in the conduct of the dominant party in this country as not to need particular illustration; but since you have thrown a series of your la-bours before the public, all tending, like the one I have now noticed, to deceive and mislead your readers respecting Jefferson and his administration, I propose to send you some further observations for your consideration; and in the mean time, subscribe myself your fellow laborer in the cause of truth.
ONE OF THE PEOPLE.
Elm Trees, 30th April, 1804.
FOREIGN NEWS.
PARIS, FEB. 21.
About the Conspiracy!
THE conspiracy lately discovered was much more dangerous than was at first supposed. We are assured that 150 men were to assume the uniform of guides, to seize Bonaparte at Malmaison, while he was hunting or wherever else he might be to be found and carry him off into a foreign country. The uniforms were discovered in consequence of the information of one of the conspirators (of the name of Grell, who is now in confinement in the temple). The chief of the Chouans, Georges, only escaped by a quarter of an hour. He had slept in the village of Taveny, in the valley of Montmorency, in the cottage of a peasant and his bed was found still warm. In consequence of the information of the above mentioned Grell, the officers of the police repaired to the mistress of an inn here. The sign of the conspirators was an English prize of gold. She pretended not to understand the sign; at length they drew off her glove, and found in it a similar piece of English gold. They then opened her commode, and found in it a letter, directing her on a day specified, to carry to a certain house in the Rue de Bourbon an Mareis, 20 bottles of wine, and to ring so many times at the door. The officers of the police took the 20 bottles, and repaired to the house appointed, where they rang as many times as the letter directed, and found there a number of persons assembled who defended themselves in a very desperate manner. A pistol was fired, which, however, hurt no person. Among those arrested, were Jean Marie, a confidant of Georges, and a notorious robber, one Victor, who had been concerned in the plot of the 3d of Nivose, and the cook of Georges. Fourteen of the foreigners who have lately arrived on the coast have been likewise arrested on suspicion. The police here have taken the most active measures on this occasion. A certain lady has been in confinement for some time, because one Hyde, who had taken part in the conspiracy of the 3d of Nivose, had lodged in her house.
The number of persons arrested in consequence of the late conspiracy, who are now in prison in the Temple, amount to forty. The rumour that a general visitation of the Castle of the Tuileries, to find out concealed Chouans, took place the night before last, is by many regarded as unfounded. An English lady, who occupied in the wood at St. Germain a small isolated house, has not only concealed Georges in her house, but procured him lodging at Paris. The house of this lady is situated in a neighbourhood often frequented by the First Consul in his hunting parties, and has been often desired by him as a hunting lodge. The particulars of this conspiracy have been obtained from intercepted letters, the contents of which have been confirmed by several arrested accomplices.
PARIS, MARCH 1.
A law has just passed the Constitutional Authorities, making it death for every individual who conceals Georges, and his six accomplices.
All the passes of Paris are guarded; and every one connected with the police, is in activity to secure Georges and the Chouans, implicated in the late conspiracy against the life of the First Consul.
Above fifty of the conspirators and assassins have been apprehended; and are in the temple. Gen. Moreau is with them; and no one of his family is allowed to see him. He was apprehended by Gen. Moncey, and a party of horse, in his carriage, coming from his seat at Grosbois to Paris. Moncey apologised for the arrest he was ordered to make, and that he must conduct him to the Abbey. Moreau immediately ordered his coachman "to drive to the Abbey." The coachman refused; and one of the troopers took his place.
Gen. Pichegru is also arrested, and in the Temple. He had been but a short time in Paris. If Gen. Moreau is innocent, Pichegru is.
March 15.—Pichegru attempted to elude discovery, by using crutches. To a question respecting the cause of his having quitted England, he replied, that he left it to call Gen. Moreau to account, for having denounced him to the Directory. Being further pressed as to his having seen Moreau, he is said to have answered, "After what has passed between us, we cannot see each other but with swords in our hands."
The Moniteur is scoured with addresses from the army and navy, General Augereau, Admirals Villeneuve, Gantheaume, and in general from all the seaports in France, congratulating Bonaparte upon his escape from assassination. Gantheaume's address is dated from Toulon, the 22d February.—Of course the rumours of the sailing of the Toulon fleet are unfounded.
LONDON MARCH 13
Accounts off Boulogne, announce the capture of five more of the enemy's gun-boats; and the sinking of several others, together with some transports. Our seamen consider this sort of work as palatine.
War with Spain, is considered at no great distance in all the political circles at the West end of the town. Indeed it is confidently said, Letters of Marque are now preparing to be issued immediately.
YARMOUTH MARCH 14.
All yesterday a heavy firing was heard from S. E. supposed to be from an attack made by Sir Sydney Smith on the gun-boats in Flushing.
cations, and evidently designed to catch the weak, the ignorant and vicious; when we see him constantly drawing a line between the people of the United States, merely on account of shades of opinion, and which he pretended to reprobate under the former administrations, and persisting with unrelenting malice every one who differs the least from himself, however trifling the subject may be—what independent honest mind can withhold contempt from such a man? What were your feelings, while you read the account of the riot in a committee room adjoining the Senate of the United States, where bakers, negroes, swindlers, Jefferson & republicans were all huddled together in confusion and to the disturbance of the national legislation? Some of these, if not all, bring your great man close among the objects of contempt.
Jefferson's plan of economy, as every day begins to afford proof of, are the effects of a contract, weak mind; a mind constantly acted upon by a thirst for popularity, that ought to alarm; and the consequences of which will finally awaken the most devoted of his worshippers; tho' it is to be feared the nation will first be brought into the most eminent danger, if not quite destroyed on his tempestuous sea of liberty, as the Philadelphia, with three hundred citizens, has already, being the first fruits of the same economy, been thrown into the hands of Barbaryans.
To detail to you, sir, all the instances of misconduct by the President and his sect since they have been in power, and which, according to the principles of the report before recited, ought to excite the contempt and hatred of intelligent, faithful citizens, and bring them into general disrepute, would be to transcribe the most of their proceedings since their reign commenced; among which I should certainly give you the proceedings against Judge Chase, and what I consider a wanton loss of money, and as a Pandora's box for future evils to the United States, the purchase of Louisiana. In my opinion, sir, there is more just ground for an impeachment against Jefferson than against Chase. When we look back and make a comparison of the characters, selected by Jefferson and the heads of the great departments for public employment, with those whom they had forced out of office, or who by times of service being limited, have expired, a conclusion is impressed on the mind that if there be any proof in the old proverb, that men's actions speak louder than their words, the practical language of the present administration is that virtue, honour, integrity and capacity have no charms in their eyes—that they are not necessary in a public officer; or why was a Humphries recalled? why was a Tyng displaced; and a Free, man turned out of office to make room for the most worthless of the human race? Many other cases might be named, where the change has been to the injury of the public, and hereafter, if you please, they shall be examined.
You are known, sir, often to refer to the general principles of human nature, and express an apparent tranquility at certain occurrences that seem to create surprise in others, by saying, such and such things ought to be expected so long as human nature continues to be what it is, and no one should permit himself to be disturbed at their happening. Now, sir, are you so blindly attached to the present administration and the conduct of the republican party towards the federal, as to believe the federal party would patiently submit and bear the abuse vented against them & never return any part of it; suppose the dominant party had acted with some prudence and the appearance of justice, which is not a fact, you on your professed principles of taking mildly what ever happens because you or ten to have foreseen it, ought to have been silent at what you call federal abuse.
The federal party no more than the republican are not yet Quakers; perhaps it would be better for the United States if both parties were; but as you often say we must take men as he is; we cannot now make him, he is a party creature; and even you, I see, can return railing for railing; indeed tho' you are not reviled personally you have entered so deeply into the party spirit of the times, and identified yourself with Callender, Jefferson, Duane, and Tom Paine, as to feel most keenly every word uttered against any of them or of their factious sect. Where will you find a blackguard, in the lowest grades of society more liberal of his abuse than you are, as often as you get an opportunity of fixing on those you call the Eds & Jantos? These men, to whom for a wicked purpose you give this appellation, actually hold you in such low estimation, if not real contempt, as never to mention your name. Truly it may be said of them they are distinguished for genius, learning, morals and attachment to the government of our country; these qualities highly conspicuous in them all; and is it for this you revile them?—Your whole account of Fries is erroneous: You confound laws, dates & things. It is evident your object was not to give correct information on this subject. You wish to insinuate that Fries was an innocent and oppressed man, in order that Judge Chase may appear guilty and deserving the late republicans seem determined he shall suffer.
"Our national debt," you say, "piled up like an immense mountain, by the Hamiltonian faction, to enrich speculators, is now in the process of diminution." If a wanton addition of fifteen millions of dollars to the national debt, means, in your republican language, a process of diminution, you are certainly correct; but in plain English it sounds more like an Irish bull! In the opinion of the immortal Washington, all the accumulation to the original debt of the United States, ought to be charged to the Jefferson faction. And as you pretend to pay some respect to the judgement of Washington, I recommend to your perusal his letter to Mr. Carroll of Carolton, on this subject.
You say "Excise Laws, and Stamp act and Standing Armies are done away." If there was ever a standing army under Washington or Adams administration there is the same, at this moment, under Jefferson's. There has been no change in the principles of the army. And as to the repeal of the Excise and Stamp act, you forget to tell your readers that at the close of the last session of Congress the republicans laid additional duties on commerce, equal to the amount collected from the excise and stamps. You did not think it for Jefferson's interest that this last fact should be known. Republicans succeed best by deception.
You close one of your addresses by asking what we
To PLAIN TRUTH—a Chronicler.
IT was the hope of some of your best friends, that you would learn wisdom from your repeated errors; and acquire feeling by seeing your blunders so often pointed out to you by your reviewing enemies. But contrary to their expectation, you have again volun-eered in defence of Jefferson and his jacobin sect; and since you like the man you defend, and every one who differs from you self by the lightest shade in opinion, you have no claim on the mercy or even charity of the party you oppose.
You affect to speak with surprise that the federal papers should reprobate, or use your own expression, should keep up an incessant clamour against the proceedings of the general government. Have you forgotten, sir, the clamour and continued abuse that Jefferson and his party kept up, in the republican papers, for eight or ten years against the general government, during the administration of Washington and Adams? Or are you so blinded by party spirit as to believe the federal administrations were more unjust in themselves, or more offensive to the republican party at that time, than the conduct of Jefferson, with his hirelings, Callender, Duane, Tom Paine and the rest of the French Jacobins are to the federal party at this moment? Tho' you are labouring under violent prejudices, and as much a dupe to the sect as ever man was to his mistress, you must know, and you do in fact know there is just ground for most if not all the charges and clamours against the Jefferson administration. That the federal party have just cause of complaint against the present administration, I pray you to look back a moment and view the principles adopted, and means employed by the leading individuals of the republican party (most of whom are now in the administration of the general government) to get themselves into office. It is always fair to take men on their own principles. If it still appear that Jefferson and his faction made use of certain means, whether right or wrong, in abstract justice, it is not necessary now to enquire, to get those who formed the late administration out of office, and to substitute themselves in their places, they have no right to complain should the time means be now employed by the federal party against the unjust occupants. When you take the entire amount of an enemy it is lawful to turn their guns against them, as to spike them up and let them lay in their old beds.
I refer you to a report of the house of delegates of Virginia, dated 7th January, 1800. It is well known this was drawn up by Madison, the present Secretary of State; and it was currently laid at that time, and never contradicted by any of their party, that Jefferson, then Vice President, and a known candidate for the presidency, had the examination of it, and fully approved the principles it contained. This report may be considered as containing the principles assumed by the republicans as necessary to oust the old administration, and as righteous means to get their candidate into the chair of state. The writings of Callender, Duane & Paine, all honorable men and bold companions with Jefferson, are offered as evidence to show that the principles of the report were pretty faithfully practiced upon; and that you may not lose time in this inquiry I refer you to the Prospect before us, to the Aurora and the Chronicle; the two former of which may, in law, be considered as the works of Jefferson himself; the agency he had in their publication is already before the public. In the Chronicle, sir, it is believed you may find some of your own labours to bring the late administration into disrepute. But read the report:—"As the constitution supposes it may happen, that either of the branches of government, may not have duly discharged its trusts; it is natural and proper, that according to the cause & degree of their faults, they should be brought into contempt or disrepute, and incur the hatred of the people. Whether it has happened in any case, that the proceedings of either, or all of the branches of the general government, have evinced such a violation of duty as to justify a contempt, a disrepute, a hatred among the people, can only be determined by a free examination thereof, and a free communication among the people themselves. Whenever it may have happened that proceedings of this sort are charged, able on all or either of the branches of the government, it is the duty [mark this] as well as right of intelligent and faithful citizens, to discuss and promulge them freely, as well to control them by the censure of public opinion, as to promote a remedy according to the rules of the constitution. And it cannot be avoided, that those who are to apply the remedy must feel, in some degree, a contempt or hatred against the transgressing party."
Now, Mr. PLAIN TRUTH, having read the foregoing extract, containing republican principles, and considered conscientious as well as constitutional means, in the hands of republicans, to run down a federal administration, say, if you are hardy enough, that the conduct of Jefferson, including his personal activity to get into office, has not been such, as to deserve the ridicule, the contempt and hatred of "all intelligent and faithful citizens?" Sir, you will not say it—for tho', for a particular purpose, you may think it your interest to be bland and condescending to the most worthless characters, yet you retain a desire to keep the esteem of those of a higher grade in society, even tho' they are called federalists. For my part, sir, I have no hesitation in saying, that if ever a man in a high and elevated station deserved the foregoing epithets on account of his public and private conduct, it is Thomas Jefferson. Look at him in the national palace, placing around it the most vulgar and uncouth fence, such as is generally used about barns and hay stacks. Does not such a deviation from the common standard of propriety in the nation, over whom he is President, necessarily make him an object of ridicule. Consider his propositions for a dry dock—they are the ridicule of children. What other sentiments but those tending to ridicule have been excited among all classes, and through various nations, by his affected singularity in language? His gimeracks in philosophy are common topics of laughter, as his false mountain story is an example of weak credulity peculiar to infidels. When we read his fling about republicanism introduced on the most trifling oc-

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NEW YORK ELECTION. The election for Governor, Lt. Governor, &c. in New York closed on the evening of the 26th ult.
On the 5th ult. a dreadful tornado, was experienced in the neighborhood of Augusta, (Georgia)...
The very high freshness, which have overflowed the banks of the several branches of the Delaware and Chesapeake...
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FELLOW CITIZENS. THE office of County Register should be filled by some person well skilled in writing deeds of all kinds...
In this town, Mrs. Eliza Hovey, aged 45, wife of Mr. Charles Hovey. At Freeport, Deacon Ambrose Talbot, aged 79...
ADVERTISEMENTS, and a variety of matter prepared for this day's Gazette, shall be attended to in our next.
Office of the Maine Fire & Marine Insurance Company, May 5, 1804. THE STOCKHOLDERS are hereby notified to meet at their Office in Fish Street...
300 bbls. Mels. No. 1 and No. 2 Beef, 40 do. do. and middlings. No. 1 and No. 2 Pork, 20 casks Hops...
For sale at Richardson's wharf, By JOSHUA RICHARDSON. English and American Paper-Hangings.
JAMES C. BULLARD, No. 3, Muffey's Row. OFFERS for sale, a large assortment of English and American Paper-Hangings...
Also, just received by the Galen and Minerva, from London, a genuine assortment of Gentlemen's most Fashionable HATS.
Samuel Wyman, MOROCCO SHOE-MAKER. Respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has taken a shop next door to Mr. Jonas Bryant's store...
Wheaton's Jaundice Bitters, THE successful effects of which have been fully experienced, in correcting and carrying off jaundice and bilious matter...
ALSO...WHEATON'S ITCH OINTMENT, A safe and efficacious remedy for the ITCH—Price 3/ per box. The above, direct from the Patente, are for sale by JONH COE, Who keeps constantly for sale, DRUGS and MEDICINES...
For Sale, A Pleasant and well accommodated situation for a Trader in Gorham, three miles from the corner on the post road...
For Sale, THAT valuable FARM in Parsonsfield, formerly owned by the late Daniel Tabor, Esq. containing by estimation two hundred and fifty acres...
WANTED, A WOMAN to do House-work in a small family—To one who can be well recommended, generous wages will be given. Apply to the Printer. May 5.
DIED on board ship President, at St. Lucia, BENJAMIN TAYLOR, of Kennebec. His friends may have his effects by applying to J. RICHARDSON, Richardson's Wharf. May 5.
THE Poem about six months ago, is requested to return it to the owner. W. GRAFFAM. May 1st. 1804.
Wanted, IN a private family, two steady capable Women, one to take the care of children the other to cook, &c. those of middle age would be preferred. Enquire of the printer. Portland, May 2.
Bowdoin College. THE TRUSTEES of Bowdoin College are hereby notified, that their next stated meeting will be held at Brunswick, in Massachusetts Hall, on Wednesday the sixteenth day of May next...
Bowdoin College. THE Overseers of BOWDOIN COLLEGE, are hereby notified that their semi annual meeting is to be held at Massachusetts Hall in Brunswick, on Wednesday the 16th day of May next at 10 o'clock, A. M.
A Young Gentleman, WHO writes a good hand, and is well skilled in Arithmetic is wanted as an Assistant in the PORTLAND ACADEMY, at a salary of 450 Dollars a year. Apply to SAMUEL FREEMAN, Secretary. April 28.
Lord & Thomas, Especially inform the public, that they have received and now ready for sale, at their store, No. 5, Jones Row, a large assortment of Fashionable Goods, like WINE, West-India Goods, Groceries, &c.
Woodbury Storer, HAS just received and for sale at No. 3 UNION WHARF, 200 barrels fresh Superfine and Scratch'd FLOUR, 550 bushels yellow CORN, 100 barrels M B and Prime PORK. May 2.
BAPTIST'S HYMNS. THIS day published and now selling at THOMAS CLARK'S Book-Store, nearly opposite the Insurance Office, Fifth Street, Portland, DIVINE HYMNS, or SPIRITUAL SONGS, for the use of Religious assemblies and private Christians...
William Stevens, RESPECTFULLY informs the public that he has just received and is now opening for sale (at the store formerly occupied by Mr. William Moody in Fifth Street) a large assortment of FASHIONABLE GOODS; Among which are, White and colored Cambricks—Calicoes—Chambray Muslins—Book and Jacquet Co—Straw, willow and cane Bonnets of the newest fashion...
To be Sold Cheap, A VALUABLE FARM in Paris with Buildings, and Buildings, and a young ORCHARD thereon, containing one hundred and fifty acres, about eighty of which are under good improvement...
ENGRAVING IN GENERAL. THE public are respectfully informed, that the above business will be carried on very extensively by JAMES AKIN, Newburyport, who having completed his professional studies in London under an eminent master...
NOTICE is hereby given to the creditors of William Hubbs of Belfast, and Miss Merrill of North-yarmouth, in the District of Maine, merchants, and copartners in trade, against whom a commission of bankruptcy has been duly awarded...
Maine Turnpike Corporation. THE Stockholders of the Maine Turnpike Corporation, are hereby notified to meet at the Court House in Portland, on Tuesday the eighth day of May next...
THE Stockholders of the Maine Turnpike Corporation, are hereby notified to meet at the Court House in Portland, on Tuesday the eighth day of May next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, to act on the following articles, to wit: 1. To choose thirteen Directors for the year ensuing. 2. To choose a Treasurer and a Clerk for the ensuing year. 3. To consider and determine whether any part and what part of the said Turnpike shall be made in the ensuing year, and to act thereon as they shall see fit. 4. To consider and determine whether any assessments shall be made upon the shares in said Corporation, and to act thereon as they may think proper. 5. To act upon any subject which concerns said Stockholders, and which they can lawfully act up on at their annual May meeting. J. D. HOPKINS, Clerk of the Corporation, Portland, April 21.
Furniture at Auction. On FRIDAY next, at 10 o'clock, At the Dwelling House formerly occupied by Capt. Arthur M'Lelean. A Variety of HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, consisting of Card Tables, Chairs, Looking-Glasses, Bureaus, Carpets, Bedsteads, Blankets, Crockery and Glass Ware, Kitchen Utensils, &c. Also, A HORSE and CHAISE. Thomas Motley, Auctioneer. May 1.
A. Austin & Co. FORE-STREET, Have for Sale A Quantity of high fourth proof Jamaica RUM—a few pipes of excellent flavored GIN—a new assortment of MATRASSES, of different kinds. An assortment of MAHOGANY FURNITURE—Cheap for Cash. April 27.
THE subscribers hereby give public notice to all concerned, that they have been duly appointed Administrators on the Estate of ISAAC DEERING, late of Searsmont, in the county of Cumberland, yeoman, deceased, and have undertaken that trust by giving bond as the law directs...
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NOTICE is hereby given to the nonresident proprietors and owners of Lands, in the town of Norway, in the county of Cumberland—that the Lots hereinafter mentioned, are taxed to the year ensuing...
NOTICE is hereby given to the nonresident proprietors and owners of Land in the town of Poland, in the county of Cumberland, & Commonwealth of Massachusetts, that the following Lots are taxed to the State, County Town and Road, in the bills committed to me the subscriber...
Table with 7 columns: No. lot, No. acres, Value of lot, State tax, County tax, Town tax, Road tax. It lists tax assessments for various lots in Poland, Maine.

THOMAS CROSS. HAS for sale at his store in Fore-street, a general assortment of WEST INDIA GOODS, HARD and SHIP-CHANDLERY WARE, by wholesale and retail—viz    MOLASSES,  Bar & butt HINGES    Sugars  Iron do. do.    Hylon Tea  Cock do. do.    Young hylon do.  ditto Bails    Hylon Skin do.  Door locks    Blacking do.  Chest do.    Ebony do.  Cupboard do.    Brandy  Draw do.    Gin  Pad do.    Rum  Stock do.    Chocolate  Deck do.    Southern Cotton  Nut and Ring Latches    8 by 6 Window Glass  Wand & Glass Screws    4d, 1d, 3d, 2d, 7d wrought  Bang borer    12d, & 3d Nails  Plains and Plain Irons    Mill Files  Flattening } Trowels    Hand-saw do.  and Brick }    Crescent do.  Hand-saws    Rat-tail do.  Panel do.    Augers  Compass do.    H & H L Hinges  Sheathing nails all of sorts    Brass cocks  Coopers' ditto.    Cork Screws  Cordage of different sizes    Hammer of all sizes  Bolt rope and Worm hole    Knives and Forks  Deep sea line    T & E Tea Spoons  Hand do.    Pen-knives  Cod do.    Cutters  Log do.    Ink-stands  Twines of all sorts    Razors in Cases  Russia Duck    Sh. knives  Paints of all colours    Thumbtacks  Tar    Marking Irons.  Black and Bright Varnish    Shutters  Navigation books,    Sheep Shears  &c. &c.    Also, a number of other articles too numerous to mention, which will be sold as low as can be purchased in Town, for cash or approved credit. April 18.
Stone Lime, Of the best quality, for sale by JONATHAN BRYANT. Also, 150 feet pick'd Rocks, in good order for underpinning April 7.
Fresh Garden Seeds. DAVID GRIFFITH, at his store, Mid-dle Street , next door to the Portland Bank , has just received a general assortment of GARDEN SEEDS, which will be disposed of on the lowest terms. ALSO, Poplar and Balm of Gilead Trees, of an excellent growth; which may be viewed at any time, and let out and warranted, very reasonably. West-India Goods & Groceries, of the best quality, as usual.—Constant attendance, and every attention paid to purchasers. March 28.
UPHOLSTERY STORE. Aaron Austin & Co. HAVE for sale, at their store, Fore-street , head of Ingraham's Wharf, a constant supply of Live Geese, } FEATHERS. Sea Fowl, } Ruffs, } and } Lisbon } Also—Cotton and English BEDTICKING, of different kinds. Ruffs BEDS and MATTRESSES ready made Beds made and fitted at the shortest notice. Spanish and French INDIGO. The above assortment of Feathers is warranted of the best quality, and will be sold as cheap as can be purchased in Boston. Portland, August 22.
Shoes and Boots. Just received, and for Sale by EBENEZER GRIFFIN, At his Shop Store: No. 7, Jones's Row, Fifth Street. A Handsome assortment of Ladies', Gentlemen's, Youths' and Misses' SHOES, via Ladies' English and American Kid Slippers, do Kid and Jean Sandals. Purple, black, green and yellow Morocco Shoes, with Italian, Welttemburgh and Spring heels Misses' Leather, Morocco and Kid Slippers, Youths' Leather and Morocco Pumps, Gentlemen's Leather and Morocco shoes, Cordovan and Surawar Boots. do Boot Legs. The above shoes will be sold for cash, as cheap as can be purchased in town, either by the pair or dozen. ALSO, Brass Andirons, Shovels and Tongs, generally on hand. Portland, March 31, 1804.
HARD-WARE GOODS, (By the ship Joseph from Liverpool) William Goddard HAS received and is now opening for sale, by wholesale and retail at his store Middle-street , a very extensive assortment of HARD-WARE GOODS. ALSO, A large quantity of NAILS of all kinds, 10 by 8 and 9 by 7 crown Window Glass, Patent Shot, &c. &c. Portland, April 11, 1804.
Spring Goods, For Sale, at No. 3, Union Row, Middle-street. CODMAN & SWAN, have just received a large assortment of fresh ENGLISH & INDIA GOODS, suitable for the present and approaching season. Likewise, a general assortment of WEST INDIA GOODS and GROCERIES. Highheads 4th proof, Jamaica RUM, Pipes do BRANDY, do Holland GIN. Chefs Hylon, Hylon Skin, Sonchong and Bohea TEAS. PAINTS of all colors—LINSEED OIL, &c. &c. Also, consigned for Sale, 2 bales Muggah Sannalas, 1 case Rioga Handkerchiefs, 1 do. Bandanna ditto, 6 Hds Loaf Sugar, 100 barrels Flour, for cash or approved credit. Portland, April 18.
Fresh Flour and Corn. NOW landing from the Schooner Harmony from Alexandria, at No. 13 Union Wharf, and for sale by JOHN TABER & SON. 200 barrels Super fine FLOUR, 1200 bushels of CORN. Portland 4th Mo. 24, 1804.
For Sale, ABOUT 200 Quintals Bed-Shipping FISH— of the kind of Capt. THOMAS BURNHAM. Woodbury Storer, HAS for Sale, 100 Hds. 4th proof Jamaica RUM, No. 3, Union Wharf. April 20.
George W. Duncan, No. 1 Central Row, Fore-street. HAS received by the last arrivals from Liverpool, and has for sale, 100 boxes 7 by 9 Crown Window Glass, 100 do. 8 by 6 do. do. 3000 wt. thin Sheet Lead, 3000 do. dry White do. 1500 do. bar do. 3000 wt. Spruce Yellow, 20 casks Sheathing Nails, 20 do. Drawing do. 20 do. 20d. Flats & Sharps, 20 do. 10d. do. do. 8d. 6d. & 4d. do. 4d. 5d. & 6d. Brads, 2d. 3d. & 4d. Clout Nails, Likewise, Bed KIDDEMINSTER CARPETING, Russia BED TICKING, and ENGLISH GOODS, as usual. April 14.
Newhall & Watson, Have for sale, At Store No. 7, Long Wharf. Few Pipes high proof BRANDY, 6 Pipes Holland GIN—entitled to drawback. Portland, April 14, 1804.
GIN. Lemuel Weeks & Son, HAVE for sale Ten Pipes HOLLAND GIN, entitled to Debenture upon Exportation. April 17, 1804.
Blake & Stimpson, HAVE for Sale, at their store in Middle Street , a general assortment of WEST-INDIA GOODS & GROCERIES, And a collection of GARDEN SEEDS. Also, Bbls. superfine, fine, and Middlings Flour, Elliot's Snuff, in kegs and bladders, A few bushels of Flaxseed. April 20.
FOR Sale by the subscriber, at his new store, in Fore-street , adjoining the store of Messrs Lemuel Weeks & Son , the Cargo of the brig Cornet , consisting of 65 hds. of 2d, 3d, & 4th proof Rum, 26 hds. excellent retailing Molasses, & 12 hds. choice Sugars. A few Crates assorted Liverpool Ware. DANIEL TUCKER. April 20.
Barbour & Banville, HAVE just received a general assortment of FRESH SPRING and SUMMER GOODS, which they are selling on the lowest terms. Also, WEST INDIA GOODS, wholesale and retail. Portland, April 12.
Fruit Trees. 4000 FRUIT TREES, of various kinds, inoculated with the choicest kinds of Fruit. 1000 Lombardy Poplars, 300 Button-wood Trees. ALSO, Six English SHEEP, warranted FULL BLOODED, may be had of the subscriber, in Newburyport . JOSIAH SMITH.
Removal. ROBERT CROSS, has removed his GLASS and CROCERY WARE STORE, to next door below the Stearns Fire & Marine Insurance Office —and has received by late arrivals from Liverpool, 75 Crates Crockery Ware, assorted. 40 Hds. do. do. 12 Crates Irish Glass Ware. 10 Hds. do. do. Country Traders may be supplied at short notice, by Crates or Package. Portland April 18.
Waldron & Knight, INFORM their friends and the public, that they have taken the Store formerly occupied by Mr. Stephen Foster , at the head of Long-Wharf , where they have for sale, a general assortment of West-India Goods & Groceries, which they will dispose of on the most reasonable terms. Portland, March 29.
REMOVAL. SAMUEL RICHARDS, Cabinet-Maker...Ref- pectfully informs the public, that he has removed from his former stand, adjoining Fifth-street , and taken a more convenient one in Gore Street —where his Customers and the Public are invited to call. Cabinet Furniture finished in the newest fashion, and warranted. April 21.
BROKERAGE. THE Subscriber informs the public that he has opened a set of Books at his Auction room Fore-street , head of Ingraham's wharf , for the purpose of transacting the business of a BROKER—where those gentlemen who have Fish for sale or charter, Houses or Lands for sale or let, are invited to call and leave their terms.—He flatters himself that, by a strict attention to the business, he shall render it of public utility, and merit the Patronage of those who have business to be transacted, which will be done for a reasonable commission, by the public's most humble servant, WM. FENNELLY, Portland, April 14.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Copartnership in trade which has subsisted between the subscribers, under the firm of DANIEL PALMER & CO. is this day dissolved by mutual consent all persons indebted to said firm are required to make immediate payment to Daniel Palmer, and all who have demands against said firm to call on him for settlement. DANIEL PALMER. SAMUEL LUMMUS. Portland, April 25, 1804.
TAKE NOTICE. THE firm of SWIFT and WATERMAN , by mutual consent is this day dissolved.—All persons indebted to said firm are desired to call for settlement on WILLIAM WATERMAN, Buxton, April 26, 1804.
NOTICE is hereby given, that the copartnership under the firm of Clement Phinney & Stephen Butterfield, was dissolved on the 14th of April instant. All persons having any demands against them are requested to present the same; and those indebted to make immediate payment to CLEMENT PHINNEY, or STEPHEN BUTTERFIELD. Gorham, April 12th, 1804.
Inspection of all kinds of Pickled Fish. THE subscriber having been duly appointed Deputy Inspector of all kinds of Pickled Fish for the town of Portland, gives this public notice, that he is now ready to attend to the duties of his office. He may be found at his Cooper's Shop on Central Wharf , south side of the Long-Wharf. ANTHONY FURNALD. N.B. All persons are cautioned against the violation of the Law, as no breach of the same will be overlooked. Portland, March 31, 1804.
100 Dollars Reward. JOHN GILLEY , Mather, and JONATHAN KNIGHT , late of Chandlers River (who victualled and manned on the halves) a Black, and two white men, one a native of New Haven, the other of Pennsylvania, and a final white crew boy, sailed from New-Haven about the middle of February in the sloop Nancy , of from fifty to seventy tons burthen, with a valuable cargo, to my address, from the house of Prentiss and Swainson of that place, merchants. The master has been robbing the vessel and made sale of part of the cargo, and last week attempted to get a register and clearance to go to the West Indies from the port of Machias. The officers of the Revenue, and as others who regard commerce are desired to secure the said John Gilley , so that he may be brought to justice, and for which I will pay the above reward—and I will likewise pay a handsome reward for securing the said vessel and what may yet be left, either to public officers or private individuals. The Bill, of Lading, Letters and Invoices having been destroyed by the Vandal or Villian, I am unable to be particular as to the cargo, or its value—but I believe it to consist of Wheat and Rye Flour, Meal, Indian Corn, some Rye, Cheesie, Leather, Teas, Rum, Gin, Brandy, Nails &c. &c. St Andrews, 27th March, 1804. NATHAN FRINK.
Fifteen Dollars Reward. STOLEN from the subscriber on the night of the 9th inst a light bay MARE, seven years old, with a star in her forehead, and a scar on her thigh. Whoever will take up and remit a said mare and foal that receive the above reward—or 8 dollars for the mare. N.B. The person suspected of the theft, is an Irishman, rather short and stout built. ABNER FISK. Kendall, April 10, 1804.
WHEREAS Ruth, my wife, has eloped from my bed and board, together with my child, (as I suppose) by the advice and assistance of some evil minded person or persons. I take this method to forbid all persons harbouring or trusting them on my account, for I will not pay one cent which they contract after this date. JOHN DOWNING. Akers, March 11, 1804.
WHEREAS Samuel Brigham, of Waterford holds a NOTE, as he says, against the subscriber, for the sum of Sixty five dollars—This is to caution all persons against passing the same, as said note is not legal, and as I never received any compensation therefor; any one by purchasing said note will only be justified to the extent of a law full interest profit. RICHARD BRINT. Waterford, April 20, 1804.
Lee's Genuine Windham Bilious Pills, PREPARED by SAMUEL LEE , JUS. of Windham, in the State of Connecticut; for which discovery he obtained a patent signed by the President of the United States, April 30, 1799, agreeable to an act of Congress. The numerous putting impositions upon the public, any statement of remarkable cures never made, yet certified by feigned names, or by persons unacquainted with the nature of diseases, and the effect of particular medicine, render it difficult to do justice to the public, in offering sufficient motives to make trial of the virtues of this invaluable medicine. The Patentee begs leave to refer to the numerous purchasers in Boston, New-York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Albany, and most of the towns of any note in the United States, as well as in the State of Connecticut at large, in support of the great efficacy of these Pills, as a mild, safe, and sovereign remedy for Bilious Fevers, Yellow Fever, Jaundice, Indigestion, Costiveness, Dysentery, Bilious Colic, Dropsy, Red Shoulders, Worms, Headache, Female Complaints, Scurvy, eruptions on the Skin, &c. —Dose, from one to three or four, to be taken at night, when going to bed. When the yellow fever prevailed in the principal cities of the United States, the demand for these pills was so great, and their benefits so amply ascertained, that it was with difficulty the vendors could obtain the necessary supply. In all observations, they operate as a mild and speedy purge, and will be found very convenient phylic for families, as they may be safely given to children, and will speedily relieve them from obstructions in the first passages, which are generally the cause of disturbed sleep, with pains and a feverish habit; seamen & travellers, will find them deserving a place among their stores, as they may take them without any interruption to business, or danger of taking cold as is common to other phylic, for the patentee pledges himself to the public, that mercury makes no part of the composition of his pills. N.B. The above pills have lately been found very efficacious in the Fever and Ague. CAUTION. A certain Samuel H. P. Lee, a young man, residing in New London, has formed a pill of a different composition, calling them "Lee's New London Bilious Pills," which from the similarity of names, may be passed off upon the public as the pills of the present patentee. It is therefore necessary to inform the public, that Samuel H. P. Lee, of New London, is no relation or connection of mine (as has been represented) and if they in any way purchase his pills for mine, I am not accountable for their effects. To guard as much as possible from this mistake, in future, I shall distinguish my pills as "LEE'S WINDHAM BILIOUS PILLS." Each paper containing my directions will in future be signed with my own hand writing, and stamped as in the margin. Each Box contains thirty pills. The above Pills are for Sale at the Bookstore of THOMAS CLARK, Fifth Street , Portland, March 21.
TO BE SOLD. By order of Court, on THURSDAY , the SEP-ENITH day of June next, at 11 o'clock P. M. at Public Auction, on the premises, if not previously disposed of at private sale. THE Real Estate of Noah Noyes , late of Portland, in the county of Cumberland, Coasts wainey, deceased; consisting of the Northerly half of a DWELLING HOUSE, with LAND in Portland, joining on King Street, twenty three feet four inches, and in the rear twenty feet; running from said Street North Easterly, adjoining M rs Noyes's Land , nine rods and fifteen links. April 8. A GOOD CHANCE FOR PURCHASERS.
TO BE SOLD BY PUBLIC VENDUE, On Thursday , the 14th of June next, at 10 o'clock , at the Columbia Tavern, Portland. THE following LOTS of LAND—viz. About 27 acres, lying on the westerly side of the road leading to Stroudwater, to the southerly line of M rs McLellan's pasture, carrying the width of 30 rods to the channel in Fore River . Said land is laid out in 109 house lots; a plan of which may be seen. Also, About 50 acres of LAND, in Falmouth , situated on the road leading from Stroudwater to Saccapapaw , well calculated for a valuable farm, situated within four miles and an half of Portland . Also, 200 acres of valuable LAND in Waltham , on which is a convenient house and barn, a young orchard of 350 trees. Said farm yields about 300 tons English hay, is well supplied with pasture; 60 acres of which is a valuable growth of wood and timber; and is within 10 miles of Portland . Said farm will be sold together, or in part, as may suit purchasers. Also, 300 acres of LAND in Raymond , viz.—No. 3, in range 5—No. 13 in range 10. No. 6 & 19 in range 12, No. 10 and 11 in range 12, No. 15 & 8 in range 13. Said lots are mostly covered with white oak timber. The conditions of sale, which cannot fail to please, with a more particular description, may be known by applying to SAMUEL BUTTS. Portland, April 12. (cts)
For Sale, A NEW STORE, two stories high, and 50 by 30 feet on the ground, not quite finished, with one acre of LAND, or a less quantity if the purchaser chooses. Said Store has a good lack of chimneys, and is calculated that part of it may be a convenient Dwelling-house. It is pleasantly situated in the town of St. George , at a place called Herring Gut —is an excellent harbor for shipping of every kind, and a most commodious situation for trading, and carrying on fishery; with a very convenient place for building a Wharf that ships or large vessels may take in lading at, and a very commodious Cove, with deep water that may be nearly enclosed by said wharf, and make an excellent dock for any kind of vessel.—Said premises being the property of Jehiel Hovey , late of St. George , Merchant, deceased. For other particulars, inquire of NATHANIEL HUPPER, of St. George. April 11, 1804.
To be Sold, IN the center of the town of Watsford , about Fifty or sixty Acres of good LAND, with a small convenient House, a good Barn, a young Orchard which begins to bear fruit, and a good well of water. This is a new Meeting-house within 8 rods of said dwelling house. Any person desirous of purchasing, will please to apply to CHARLES HAY, on the premises. April 20.
To be Sold, A Valuable FARM, consisting of about Fifty acres of Land, with a convenient dwelling-house, barn, an orchard and a good well of water thereon.—For further particulars inquire of the subscriber, living on the premises. BENJAMIN PETTENGILL. Roxbury, March 7.
For Sale, A HOUSE LOT fronting on State-Street , 60 feet in front and 100 rods deep—For terms apply at the Proctors Office , head of Ingraham's wharf  Fore-street . W. FENNELLY. Also, for sale a few CHESTS HYSON TEA of an excellent quality. April 7, 1804.
For Sale, A VALUABLE FARM, lying on the Rive Androscoggin , in the town of Brunswick , four miles from Bowdoin College , containing two hundred acres of excellent Land; well proportioned with mowing pasture, tillage, and wood land; and on a public road, with a convenient Dwelling House, Barn, Shop and Grist Mill, and a young Orchard, containing about two hundred thrifty trees. The whole or one half of said farm will be sold, with or without the stock and utensils. For further particulars inquire of William Owen , attioe No. 3 Union Row, Portland ; or of the subscriber living on the premises. DAVID OWEN. Brunswick, April 5.
TO BE SOLD, AN excellent FARM, in Paris , containing One Hundred and Fifty Acres—Fifty of which are under improvement, with a young Orchard, a good House and Barn with water brought to an aqueduct to each. Payment will be made cash to the purchaser. For further particulars inquire of JOSEPH H. HALL, in said Paris . April 14, 1804.
The Road to Fortune. TICKETS and Quarters, in the Piscataqua Bridge Lottery , the highest prize of which is 8000 Dollars, for sale at Thomas Clark's Bookstore, nearly opposite the Custum-House and Insurance Offices , Fifth-street, Portland —where there may be had a few whole Tickets in the Fifth Class South Hadley Canal Lottery , which positively commences drawing the 24th of May. March 28. (6w)
TAKE NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to Geo. Eskildson , will please to call and settle them with Mr. Oliver Bray , Attorney, at his office in Fifth-street , in sixty days from this date—otherwise they will be put in suit. GEORGE ESKILDSON. Portland March 7. 1804. (6w)
THE friends or relations of Benjamin Moulton , who died on board brig Nancy on her passage from Berbice , being duly authorized, may receive his effects and balance of wages, by calling on D. GREEN , No. 17, Long Wharf . Portland, April 4, 1804.
TO LET , part of a well finished DWELLING HOUSE, three stories high, pleasantly situated, near the centre of the town. For particulars inquire at the Gazette Office . March 14.
TO LET , one half of a Dwelling House, pleasantly situated—very convenient for a small family. For further particulars, inquire of the printer. Portland, April 25.