The New Hampshire gazette (Portsmouth [N.H.]), 1800-05-27 00:00:00

THE New Hampshire Gazette.
— MY COUNTRY'S GOOD SHALL BE MY CONSTANT AIM —
PORTSMOUTH: (NEW-HAMPSHIRE)—PUBLISHED EVERY TUESDAY BY JOHN MELCHER, PRINTER TO THE STATE, AT HIS OFFICE CORNER OF MARKET STREET, WHERE SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR THIS PAPER, ADVERTISEMENTS, AND ARTICLES OF INTELLIGENCE ARE THANKFULLY RECEIVED.
No. 22, of Vol. XLV.]
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 1800.
[One Dollar 83 half pr. Annum.]
NEW GOODS.
Peter Coffin
HAS JUST RECEIVED Per the Ship Packet, from Liverpool, a large and general assortment of Fashionable, Fancy and Staple GOODS; Which are now opening for Sale, by Wholesale and Retail.
CONSISTING OF BROAD Cloths; Caf- simeres; a great variety of fashionable Waistcoating; Fustians; white and color'd Jeans; cotton Denims; Satinets; cotton and silk Nankeens; Thicksets; Velvets; Velveteens; color'd worsted and silk Plush; silk Velvets for Caps.
A large assortment of Calicoes and Chintzes of the latest fashion; new fancy laced Prints; elegant Chintz and Gingham Furniture; a great variety of fashionable, plain, striped and check'd Gingham; fashionable printed Mullins; striped and figured Mullins; Dimities; fine cotton Shirtings; Cambries; Counterpanes; Table Cloths of all sizes.
Book, jacquet, strip'd, check'd, lapet and cambric Mullins; Mullin Handkerchiefs; men's Neckerchiefs; tambor'd Mullin Shawls; chintz, purple and silk Shawls; romal, cotton, linen, bandannae, and black silk Handkerchiefs.
A large assortment of Thread, Laces and Edgings; black silk Laces; black Modes; black and color'd Lustrings; black and color'd Satins; Tiffanies; black and color'd Crapes; plain, net, and Rutland black Gauzes; black lace Veiling; Millinets; men's black Satin.
Men's and youth's white, random, imperial and vandyke cotton Hose; men's white and black silk ditto, with laced clocks; men's brown cotton ditto; women's cotton and silk Hose with embroider'd clocks; women's black, white and color'd silk Gloves and Mitts; women's white and color'd cotton Gloves and Mitts; men's cotton and worsted Caps; worsted Pantaloon; Pantaloon Hose; men's beaver and wash-leather Gloves; cotton and silk Slings; Stock Stiffeners; best white Kid Gloves; men's and youth's black and color'd Hatts.
A large assortment of Black Morocco and fashionable Kid Shoes; a great variety of fashionable straw Bonnets; fashionable black, color'd and beaded Feathers; spangled and black Fans; Parasols; Umbrellas; cotton and silk Girldes; Glove Ties; silk gown Trimming; Bugle and Chair Trimming.
A great variety of Satin, China & love Ribbons; cotton and silk Purse; gold and silver Cord; gold and silver Thread; gold and silver Epaulettes, some very elegant.
Fashionable Necklaces and Ear-drops; elegant Steel Shoe Ornaments; Shoe Roses; gold and silver Fringes; Spangles; Shirt Buttons; Tooth Brushes; Morocco Pocket Books.
Fashionable steel, gilt, plated, silver'd and matthewman Buttons; Italian ditto; Button Moulds; sleeve Buttons; polish'd steel Knee Buckles; Lockets; silver Thimbles; steel and gilt Watch Chains, Seals and Keys; Pins.
White and color'd Threads; embroidering and common Sewing Silks; Twist; Gallooms; cotton and silk Ferrats; Bindings; Tapes; Bobbins; fine Linens; Britannas; Brown Hollands; Checks; green Table Coverings.
Tammies; Durants; Shalloons; Russels; Calimancoes; Moireans; Taboreens; Florentines.
A large assortment of Kidderminster Carpets and Carpetings.
To be Sold at AUCTION, On WEDNESDAY the 28th inst. at ABRAHAM ISAAC's Auction Room, 200 pieces Nankeens, without any reserve. Also A second hand Chaise, with Harness complete.
FRENCH ORATION ON WASHINGTON.
[We have before mentioned, that the French Government had directed a Funeral Oration to be pronounced on the death of Gen. WASHINGTON.—The following is a translation of it, from a Paris paper.]
FUNERAL ORATION, Delivered in the Temple of Mars, Feb. 8, 1800, By LOUIS FONTANES.
FRANCE, unbiased by those narrow prejudices which exist between nations, and admiring virtue wherever it be found, decrees this tribute of respect to the manes of WASHINGTON. At this moment she contributes to the discharge of a debt due by two nations. No government, whatever form it bears, or whatever opinion it holds, can refuse its respect to this great father of liberty. The people who so lately stigmatized Washington as a rebel, regard even the enfranchisement of America, as one of those events consecrated by history and by past ages. Such is the veneration excited by great characters. The American revolution, the cotemporary of our own, is fixed forever.—Washington began it with energy, and finished it with moderation. He knew how to maintain it, pursuing always the prosperity of his country; and this aim alone can justify at the tribunal of the Most High, enterprises so extraordinary.
To speak the eulogy of the hero of America, requires the sublimest eloquence of the first of orators.—I reflect, with sentiments of admiration, that this temple, ornamented with the trophies of valour, was raised up in an age of genius, an age which produced as many great writers as illustrious commanders. Then, the memory of heroes was entrusted to orators whose genius gave immortality. Now, military glory shines with lustre ( éclat ;) and in every country the glory of the fine arts is shrouded in darkness. My voice is too feeble to be heard on an occasion so solemn and momentous, and so new to me. But as that voice is pure; as it has never flattered any species of tyranny; it has never been rendered unworthy of celebrating heroism and virtue.
Nevertheless, these funeral and military honors will speak to all hearts; it needs not the aid of speech, to raise strong and undefinable emotions. The mourning which the first consular orders for Washington, declares to France that Washington's example is not lost. It is less for the illustrious general, than for the benefactor and the friend of a great people, that the crape of mourning now covers our banners and the uniform of our warriors. Neither do we prepare that unmeaning pomp, so contrary to policy and humanity, in which insult is offered to humanity, contempt to venerable ruins, and calumny to the tomb. Every exalted idea, every useful truth, is seen in this assembly. I speak before warriors, the honorable praisers of a warrior firm in adversity, modest in victory, and humane in every stage of fortune. Before the ministers of the French Republic, I speak the praises of a man whom ambition never swayed, and whose every care tended to the welfare of his country; a man, who unlike others have changed empires, lived in peace in his native land; that land which he had freed, and in which he had held the highest rank; and died as a simple individual.
An affecting piece associates the shade of Franklin with the eulogy of Washington, and recalls to mind the amiable virtues of that sage, so celebrated in France, whom posterity will regard as the brother of the hero of America.
In that piece, the orator finds tints of a finer hue, to paint the virtues of the hero.
“Washington, says he, offers examples not less worthy of imitation. Amidst all the disorder of camps, amidst all the excesses inseparable from a civil war, humanity took refuge in his tent, and was never repulsed. In triumph and in defeat, he was always as tranquil as wisdom, as simple as virtue. The finer feelings of the heart never abandoned him, even in those moments when his own interest would seem to justify a recurrence to the laws of vengeance. This I call thee to attest, O youthful Asgill! thou whose misfortunes have interested
England, France and America! With what assiduous care did Washington endeavour to delay a sentence which the laws of war would have precipitated! He expected that a voice, then all powerful, would have been heard across the expansive ocean, and demanded a pardon which could not be refused. That voice, so conformable to the feelings of his heart, was heard and felt; and the day which saved an innocent victim ought to be inscribed among the most glorious of victorious and independent America.”
Here the author seems to elevate himself, or rather to soar with the great men, whose necessary course and inevitable destiny he so admirably describes.
“It is these extraordinary men who appear at intervals on this vast scene, with characters commanding and illustrious.—An unknown and superior cause sends them when it is fit, to lay the foundation of new, or to build up the ruins of old Empires. It is in vain that these men step aside, or mingle in the crowd; destiny leads them on; they are carried from obstacle to obstacle, from triumph to triumph, until they arrive at the summit of power. Something supernatural animates all their thoughts: an irresistible movement is given to all their enterprises.—The multitude still seek them among themselves, and find them not; they raise their eyes, and see in a sphere, dazzling in light and glory, those whom their ignorance and envy would call rash. Washington had not those high and commanding traits which strike every mind: he displayed more order and justice; than force and elevation in his ideas. He possessed above all, in a superior degree, that quality which some call vulgar, but which very few possess; that quality not less useful to the government of states than to the conduct of life, and which gives more tranquility than emotion to the soul, and more happiness than glory to those who possess it; —it is of good sense that I speak.”
“Audacity destroys, genius elevates, good sense perseveres and perfects. Genius is charged with the glory of empires; but good sense, alone assures their safety and repose. So many interests are here united with the pleasures of once more finding French eloquence, that we are sure of the attention of our audience, by multiplying quotations.”
“His end portrayed all the domestic virtues—as his life had been an illustrious example in war and politics. America regarded with respect the mansion which contained her defender; from that retreat, where so much glory dwelt, sage councils issued, which had not less weight than in the days of his power; but death has swept all away; he died in the midst of those occupations which sweeten domestic life, and support us in the infirmities of age.”
“From every part of that America which he had delivered, the cry of grief is heard. It belonged to France to echo back the mournful sound; it ought to vibrate on every generous heart. The shade of Washington on entering beneath this lofty dome, will find a Turenne , a Catinat , a Conde , all of whom have fixed their habitation here. If these illustrious warriors have not served in the same cause during life, yet the fame of all, will unite them in death.—Opinions subject to the caprices of the world and to time, opinions weak and changeable, the inheritance of humanity, vanish in the tomb; but glory and virtue live forever.—When departed from this stage, the great men of every age and of every place, become in some measure, compatriots and cotemporaries. They form but one family in the memory of the living; and their examples are renewed in every successive age. Thus within these walls, the valor of Washington attracts the regard of Conde ; his modesty is applauded by Turenne ; his philosophy draws him to the bosom of Catinat . A people who admit the ancient dogma of a transmigration of souls, will often confess that the soul of Catinat dwells in the bosom of Washington.”
“The voice of republicanism, which resounds from every part of these walls, ought to please above all, the defenders of America. Can they not love those soldiers, who after their
example, repelled the enemies of their country? We approach with pleasure those veterans, whose trophies add lustre to these walls, and some of whom have gained laurels with Washington, in the wilds of Carolina and Virginia.”
“But there is something more due to the memory of Washington; it is the union of France and America; it is the happiness of each; it is Peace between the two nations. It now seems to me, that Washington calls to all France from the very summit of his dome—“Magnanimous people!” you who know so well how to honor glory, I have conquered for independence; the happiness of my country was the reward of that victory. Imitate not the first half of my life; it is the second that recommends me to posterity.”
Yes, thy counsels shall be heard, O Washington! O Warrior! O Legislator! O Citizen without reproach! He who while yet young surpasses thee in battles, shall, like thee with his triumphant hands, heal the wounds of his country. Even now we have his disposition, his character for the pledge; and his warlike genius, unfortunately necessary, shall soon lead sweet peace into this temple of war; then the sentiment of universal joy shall obliterate the remembrance of oppression and injustice. Already the oppressed forgets their ills, in looking to the future. The acclamations of every age will be offered to the hero who gives happiness to France, and seeks to restore it in the contending world.”
Sixth Congress of United States. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
SATURDAY, MAY 10. THE Washington-Mausoleum bill passed: yeas 54—nays 19—Mr. Varnum voted in the negative.
The bill fixing the time for the next meeting of Congress, passed. The 3d of November next is assigned.
The Supplemental Mint Act, received from the Senate, was amended. It enacted that the right of coinage for 10 years should be disposed of to the Bank; as it would be difficult to remove the apparatus and appurtenances to the new city. This part was rejected—and the Mint ordered to be continued at Philadelphia till March 4, 1801. [The Senate have disagreed to this amendment.]
The President notified, that he had signed the act authorizing the sale of lands N. W. of the Ohio and above the mouth of Kentucky river—the Supplemental act respecting Georgia limits—the act establishing the district of Kennebec, &c.—the act for the equalization of unsettled lands—the act respecting military appropriations for 1800—and the act respecting the pay of Revenue Officers.
The Senate notified they had fixed the adjournment to the 14th inst. instead of the 12th.
The Debtor Relief Bill passed—by this bill no person imprisoned for debt to the U. S. is to be relieved unless he has suffered two years imprisonment.
The President notified that he had signed the Slave Trade Act.
The Senate notified, that they adhere to their disagreement to the amendments of the House to the bill for deciding disputed elections of President, &c. The House adhered to their amendments; and the bill was lost.
ARMY. The House added a section to a new bill on this subject, authorizing the President to discharge the additional army, except the engineers, when he shall conceive the negotiations with France to warrant the measure; and a section, ordering one month's extra pay to be presented to the soldiers on such occasion. The bill was then passed.
MONDAY, MAY 12. A resolution passed the House, for altering the time for the rising of Congress, from this day until to-morrow. The Senate proposed Wednesday instead of to-morrow, in which the House concurred.
An amendatory Judicial Bill came from the Senate, by which Jurors are to be designated by lot; which was read twice, and passed to a third reading.
The Senate informed the House that it had negatived the Sheet Copper Manufactory Company bill; and had agreed to the additional Revenue Bill. The President, by message, ac-
quainted the House of his approbation of several laws.
The Senate informed the House, that they had postponed until the next session the bill for erecting a Mausoleum for GEORGE WASHINGTON.
TUESDAY, MAY 13. The Committee of the House reported, that the House ought to recede from their amendments to the Mint Bill; but the House determined 35 to 24 to adhere. The Senate, in consequence, receded from their opposition; so the Mint is to remain at Philadelphia, until March 4, 1801.
The Senate informed the House, of having completed several bills.
Several bills, resolutions, &c. passed their finishing stages.
PHILADELPHIA, May 14. Dismissal of the Secretary of State.
The Hon. JOHN MARSHALL, Esq. of Virginia, has been nominated by the President, Secretary of State, in the room of TIMOTHY PICKERING, Esq.
The removal of the Officer who has so long and so ably presided in the Department of State, has excited an extra degree of public attention.—The cause is universally inquired after, and is variously assigned by partiality and malevolence. The truth is, no charge of deviation from a strict line of integrity has been made, or can be made, against Mr. PICKERING.—His dismissal must therefore have been deemed necessary from political motives.—It is well known, that on the subject of the negotiation with France, Mr. PICKERING has been uniformly opposed to the measure as untimely, inexpedient and dangerous ; that the ruling powers in France were inflexible, and that, to use his own language, “the tyger was only crouching to spring with more velocity on its prey.” Such being his belief, he has avowed it like an honest man; and taken his measures accordingly. The President has entertained different sentiments on the subject; and his Envoys are now negotiating an accommodation with the French.—Dispatches from them are momentarily expected.—Under the direction of the President, the Secretary of State is the proper officer to answer those dispatches; it is therefore, highly essential that the language of the Secretary be in perfect unison with the principles of the President; and of course, that Mr. PICKERING either must have resigned or been dismissed from office before that answer was made. In consequence, on Saturday the 10th inst. the President we learn, informed Mr. PICKERING of his determination to make a new arrangement in the Department of State; and invited him to resign his office; suggesting the necessity of his determination on Monday morning, as the nomination of his successor must be made before the present session terminated. Mr. PICKERING, in answer, informed the President, that he had contemplated a period at which to resign his office, but that neither his own honor, nor the situation of his country at the present moment, would allow him to take that measure; and that the President might act in the premises as his wisdom should dictate. In consequence the President informed Mr. PICKERING, “That he was no longer Secretary of State.” Gen. MARSHALL consequently has been nominated, and appointed. We have not heard of his acceptance; nor could we, as he is on a journey to Virginia, having obtained leave of absence some days before he was nominated.—In genuine federal principles, Gen. MARSHALL is as inflexible as Mr. PICKERING; but in the negotiation with France, the General may not have imbibed so strong prejudices; and having been one of the Envoys to that Republic he may be supposed to be more conversant with some of the points in dispute, than Col. PICKERING, and consequently to be preferred.—We find him very well spoken of in the reformed Gazette of France; which being now under guardianship may be considered as speaking the language of the government.—“Le Bien-Informe,” after mentioning the motion Gen. M. made in announcing to Congress the death of Gen. WASHINGTON, adds, “This is the gentleman who some time since came as Envoy from the United States; and who so virtuously and so spiritedly refused to fill the pockets of some of our gentry with Dutch Inscriptions, and millions of livres.”

LIST OF ACTS
Passed during the First Session of the Sixth Congress of the United States.
AN Act for reviving and continuing suits and proceedings in the Circuit Court for the district of Pennsylvania.—2 Extending the privilege of franking to Wm. Henry Harrison, the delegate from the territory of the United States, north west of the Ohio; and making provision for his compensation.—3 Supplementary to the act intitled "an act to provide for the valuation of lands and dwelling houses, and the enumeration of slaves within the U. States."—4 For the relief of persons imprisoned for debt.—5 For the preservation of peace with the Indian tribes.—6 To repeal part of an act intitled, "an act to provide for mitigating or remitting the forfeitures, penalties and disabilities," accruing in certain cases therein mentioned, and to continue in force the residue of the same.—7 For the relief of John Vaughan.—8 Giving further time to the holders of military warrants, to register and locate the same.—9 To suspend in part, an act intitled "an act to augment the army of the United States, and for other purposes."—10 Further to suspend the commercial intercourse between the United States and France, and the dependencies thereof.—11 For the relief of James Yard.—12 Providing for the second census, or enumeration of the inhabitants of the United States.—13 In addition to the act, intitled "an act regulating the grants of land appropriated for military services, and for the society of the United Brethren for propagating the gospel among the Heathen."—14 To provide for salvage in cases of recapture.—15 Declaring the assent of Congress to certain acts of the state of Maryland and Georgia.—16 To alter the times of holding the district court in North Carolina.—17 For the relief of Campbell Smith.—18 To extend the privilege of franking letters and packages to Martha Washington.—19 To establish an uniform system of bankruptcy throughout the United States.—20 To discharge Robert Sturgeon from his imprisonment.—21 To allow a drawback of duties on goods exported to New Orleans, and therein to amend the act intitled, "An act to regulate the collection of duties on imports and tonnage."—22 To continue in force "An act concerning certain fisheries of the United States, and for the regulation and government of the fishermen employed therein," and for other purposes as therein mentioned.—23 To alter the form of certain oaths and affirmations directed to be taken by the act intitled, "An act providing for the second census, or enumeration of the inhabitants of the U. States."—24 For the relief of the corporation of Rhode Island College.—25 To extend the privilege of obtaining patents for useful discoveries and inventions, to certain persons therein mentioned, and to enlarge and define the penalties for violating the rights of patentees.—26 To fix the compensation of the pay master-general and assistants to the adjutant-general.—27 To continue in force the act intitled, "An act to authorise the defence of the merchant vessels of the United States against French depredations."—28 To continue in force, for a limited time, an act intitled, "An act to prescribe the mode of taking evidence in cases of contested elections for members of the House of Representatives of the United States, and to compel the attendance of witnesses."—29 Fixing the rank and pay of the commanding officer of the corps of marines.—30 Supplementary to the act to regulate trade and intercourse with the Indian tribes, and to preserve peace on the frontiers.—31 To establish a general stamp office.—32 To alter and establish sundry post-roads.—33 For the better government of the navy of the United States.—34 Respecting the mint.—35 To continue in force the act, in addition to the act for the punishment of certain crimes against the United States.—36 To repeal the act lying duties on mills and implements employed in the manufacture of snuff.—37 To make further provision for the removal and accommodation of the government of the United States.—38 To authorise the President of the United States, to accept for the United States, a cession of jurisdiction of the territory west of Pennsylvania, commonly called the western reserve of Connecticut.—39 To provide for re-building the light-house at New-London; for the support of a light-house at Clark's Point; for the erection and support of a light house at Wicwasic Point; and for other purposes.—40 Supplementary to the laws now in force, fixing the compensation of the officers of the Senate and House of Representatives.—41 To divide the territory of the U. States
north-west of the Ohio, into two separate governments.—42 To enable the President of the United States to borrow money for the public service.—43 To continue in force an act laying an additional duty on salt imported into the United States, and for other purposes.—44 To authorise the allowance of a credit to William Tazewell.—45 To authorise the sale and conveyance of lands in certain cases, by the marshals of the United States, and to confirm former sales.—46 For the regulation of public arsenals and magazines.—47 Making appropriations for the support of government, for the year one thousand eight hundred.—48 Making appropriations for the military establishments of the United States, for the year one thousand eight hundred.—49 To establish the district of Kennebec, and to annex Lyme to New-London, to alter the district of Bermuda Hundred and City Point, and further to amend the act regulating the collection of duties on imports and tonnage.—50 Supplementary to the act, intitled "An act for an amicable settlement of limits with the state of Georgia, and authorising the establishment of a government in the Mississippi territory."—51 In addition to the act intitled, "An act to prohibit the carrying on the slave trade from the United States to any foreign place or country."—52 For the relief of Ithamar Canfield.—53 To provide for equalizing the valuation of unsettled lands.—54 Supplementary to an act, intitled, "An act to establish the compensation of the officers employed in the collection of the duties on import and tonnage."—55 To amend the act, intitled, "an act for the sale of the lands of the United States in the territory north-west of the river Ohio, and above the mouth of Kentucky river."—56 To make appropriations for the navy of the United States during the year 1800.—57 To ascertain the compensation of public ministers.—58 Supplementary to the act intitled "an act to establish the treasury department."—59 To authorise the issuing of certain patents.—60 Directing the payment of a detachment of the militia under the command of Maj. Thomas Johnson, in the year 1794.—61 To retain a further sum on drawbacks for the expenses incident to the allowance and payment thereof, and in lieu of stamp duties on debentures.—62 To make provision relative to rations for Indians, and for their visits to the seat of government.—63 To authorise certain expenditures and to make certain additional appropriations for the year 1800.—64 To lay additional duties on certain articles imported.—65 Enlarging the powers of surveyors of the revenue.—66 To appropriate a certain sum of money to defray the expenses of holding a treaty or treaties with the Indians.—67 To make further provision for the children of Col. John Harding and Maj. Alexander Trueman, deceased.—68 Supplementary to the act establishing the mint, and regulating the coins of the United States.—69 Supplementary to the act to suspend part of an act intitled an act to augment the army of the United States and for other purposes.
PHILADELPHIA, MAY 15. Mr. Pickering has demanded an enquiry into his conduct in consequence of his dismissal. [Aurora.]
MAY 16. We understand that the President has signified to the Executive Officers, that it will be necessary for them to be in the city of Washington, by the 15th of June next. The President, we learn, will proceed to the city of Washington immediately.
Extract of a letter from Washington City. "This city is most delightfully situated and founded on an airy elegant plan: the public buildings are also equal to any expectations:—But would you think that the up town and down town interests had already formed the people, about 4500 in number, into violent parties! At one end you are told that the President, Branch Bank, &c. are to be with them, and at the other you hear the same story; but in my opinion both the President and Congress will recommend central improvements, which will effectually silence both parties."
NEW-YORK, May 16. Eighty-seven of the Grocers of Alexandria, have come to a similar agreement as the Grocers of Baltimore, not to buy goods at auction. Commodore TRUXTON, arrived last evening, to take command of the frigate President. An artificer, belonging to Fort Jay was drowned yesterday. He was previously in a state of intoxication. By private returns it seems there will be 49 Feds. and 59 Anties in our next House of Assembly, and 26 Feds. and 17 Anties in the Senate. In convention of both Houses, to choose
Electors, the Jacobins will, if this statement is accurate, have a majority of one.
Notwithstanding the statement of the probable votes that would be given for President and Vice President of the United States, at the ensuing election, which has been published in a number of papers, in which it is stated that North Carolina would be divided, we are credibly informed by a gentleman direct from that state, that it is generally believed there, that the Federal candidates for President and Vice-President will receive all the votes of that state. [Penn. Oracle.]
Yesterday morning, about five o'clock, three soldiers belonging to Capt. McClelland's company, stationed on Fort Jay, stole a small boat, and were making their escape. About the middle of the river, the boat filled, which was discovered by Mr. John Parker, who immediately went out with his boat; but, before he reached them, one of the soldiers, named James Vandevier, was drowned. The other two were taken up, and delivered on the Island. We cannot here forbear mentioning an anecdote, which shews the attachment of the soldier to his bottle. It seems they had a canteen of rum which had floated from them, but not out of sight. The salvation of this precious jug, was the first object of their attention; for, when Mr. Parker came within hail of them, they cried out to him, to pick up their canteen, while they were hanging to their boat in a rough and dangerous sea!
BOSTON, May 21.
Disbanding Provisional Army.
From Philadelphia, May 14. "The Senate yesterday passed a resolution, nem. con. to disband the PROVISIONAL ARMY, and the House of Representatives this forenoon concurred therein without an argument. The measure to take place on or before the 15th. June. The officers and troops are to have three months pay to defray their expenses home. This measure is not unexpected.—In conversation with Gen. Marshall some days since, he expressed his opinion, that in the present situation of affairs in Europe, the retention of the army in service was not an object. The General's opinion is here considered of immense weight."
The regiments to be disbanded by the above Resolution are the 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th. The Permanent Army Establishment will then consist of one regiment of cavalry, commanded by Col. WATTS; two regiments of Artillery and Engineers, commanded by Col. BURBECK; and four regiments of Infantry, commanded by Colonels HAMTRAMCK, STRONG, GAITHER and BUTLER.
DISCHARGE of Mr. PICKERING.
MAY 15. "The public mind has been in a state of fermentation here, for several days. Portents of great changes have appeared for some time; and at length the President has been necessitated to replace Mr. Pickering in the Secretaryship, by Gen. Marshall. The best men here have various opinions on the measure; but all allow that the coolness which has existed between the President and Secretary of State, demanded an éclaircissement . Mr. Pickering, we learn, will retire to his rural seat on the Susquehannah. It is said pretty confidently, that Gen. Marshall will accept, although he is now absent, in Virginia.—Mr. Dexter, it is also conjectured, will not decline the War Department. They are both men whose abilities pre-eminently qualify them to sustain any office in the United States with usefulness to the public, and honor to themselves.—Gen. Marshall is well acquainted with the policy, views and objects of the French cabinet."
The two Houses were yesterday adjourned to the third Monday in November next, then to meet at the city of Washington, in the district of Columbia. The number of acts passed is 69.
"Messrs. B. and C. with their seconds have been forced to avoid the "Sheriff's gripe," to bend their faces homeward. They both were in a fair way to recover from their wounds."
The Hon. Charles Lee, Attorney-General of the United States, has been appointed to execute the duties of Secretary of State, until the present vacancy shall be filled.
The Albany Paper of May 12, mentions the election of 80 Representatives for the next Legislature, among whom there are 43 Democrats.
FROM NORTH-CAROLINA. A gentleman from North-Carolina, who has travelled much in that State, gives it as his decided opinion that
Mr. ADAMS will have an unanimous vote in that State, for President.
We learn from Halifax, that Prince Edward is preparing to embark for Europe; it is said to command in Ireland.
April 8, two carrels arrived at St. Kitts, from Guadalupe, with 170 American prisoners; there were plenty of Frenchmen at St. Kitts, to exchange. Four French privateers were sent from St. Kitts, by American cruisers, from March 27, to April 14. There were in the Pickering's last fleet, twenty sail of recaptured vessels and all except one, recaptured by United States vessels.
We understand, that the ship Franklin , which has arrived since our last from Batavia, was chartered while there for a voyage to one of the Japan islands, and performed it in about five weeks; and that this is the first instance of any American vessel's going to either of those islands.
We were last evening favored with Neapolitan Gazettes to March 1.—They confirm the intelligence of the capture of the French ship Generaux , of 80 guns, and a frigate by the English. They had provisions and men on board for the reinforcement and relief of Malta. The English squadron which captured these vessels, was left in pursuit of others.
IT is but a few months since we were so unhappy, as to announce the death of the friend and father of his country, the illustrious WASHINGTON. Not a year has elapsed since the people of this Commonwealth were called into deep and universal mourning, by the loss of the late amiable and excellent Governor SUMNER. Again, are we called to wear the fable badges of grief, on occasion of the death of
His Honor MOSES GILL, Esq. Lieutenant Governor and Commander in Chief of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, which took place on the 20th instant, in the 67th year of his age. Having risen gradually to affluence and distinction, he died in the full possession of the confidence and esteem of his fellow citizens, for their suffrages at the last election, almost unanimously called him to continue in the station which he has so many years held. Honored by the people, beloved by his friends and surrounded with all which makes life valuable; he seemed to have arrived at the summit of human felicity, but death, inexorable death, arrested him; it put to the test the strength of the religious principles, which he had adopted; the trial succeeded, and he died in peace. Let his immediate connexions; let the great and the honorable, let the people whom for a year past he has wisely and judiciously governed, learn the uncertainty of human life and the vanity of human greatness. And while those who seem to be pillars in our government, are taken away and crumble to dust, let us place our trust in the GOD of our Fathers, who is the same yesterday, to day and forever.
SALEM, MAY 19. [The following was politely handed as by Capt. Henry Saunders, late from Gibraltar—altho' not of a very late date, yet we deem it of sufficient importance to the Commerce of the United States, to be made public.]
[C O P Y.]
ALGIERS, OCT. 16, 1799. Michael Murphy, Esq. Consul of the United States, at Malaga.
SIR—I have to inform you, that on the 8th, was sent into this port by an Algerine Corsair, the American brig Bobba-Cedi, Thomas Clifton, master, with a cargo of wines from Valencia for Philadelphia—said brig had a Turkish Pass granted by the late Dey for one year, and on examining said Pass, it was found to be out of date one year and ten months—therefore, the Regency condemned said cargo as legal prize to the captors. The crew, five in number (being foreigners and subjects of nations at war with Algiers) were made slaves of—the brig and master is cleared. On the 15th inst. the Regency gave up these five captives, as a particular favour to the United States.—All American vessels should have the Mediterranean Pass, real American colours, and two thirds of their crew should be citizens of the United States—as it is supposed that sundry American vessels, have Algerine Turkish Passes, this is to inform them, that said Passes are out of date—that they will not be respected by the present Dey of Algiers, and if they have not the American Mediterranean Pass, their cargoes will be condemned. I am, with sincere regard, your most obedient servant, (Signed) RICHARD O'BRIEN. P. S. Please to make the contents of this Letter public. It seems that the Tunisians have been obliged by the influence of the
allied Powers, to make a truce with Portugal for 3 years, and with Naples as long as the present war shall last. This measure destroys the most valuable part of the revenue of Tunis—one hundred sail of privateers (with their crews bred to piracy) are out of employ; and as the United States Government has been very tardy in fulfilling their treaty stipulations with the Barbary States, they may be inclined to make this a pretence for capturing Americans. Another consideration—by their truce with Portugal, they have the whole and free range of the Western Ocean. The Americans should be guarded—we should have a fleet of cruisers in these seas without loss of time—the world is verging on rapidly to a state of piracy! The Algerines in the course of two months have taken 8 sail of Imperial vessels; they are condemned and the crews are in slavery; they have also taken 7 sail of Neapolitans, and 4 Maltese, with English colors and Admiral Nelson's Pass. Algiers will not in my opinion make a truce with these two powers, except they first bring a powerful Fleet into the Bay of Algiers, which will be sufficiently adequate to dictate terms to the potent Dey—the Scare-Crow of the Christians ! The Dey's brig Bahaw , taken and carried into Cadiz by the French, in company with the Spaniards, has been demanded by the Dey, with her crew, damages, &c. threatening, in case of refusal, a declaration of war, and the chaining of their Consuls. Excuse haste—from your's assuredly, RICHARD O'BRIEN.
New-Hampshire Turnpike Road.
THE Directors of the New-Hampshire Turnpike Road have voted an assessment of Two Dollars on each proprietor's share, and have directed the Treasurer to collect the same, on or before the 15th day of JUNE next.—The proprietors are therefore requested to pay the same to him, at the Custom-House in Portsmouth, agreeably thereto. THO: MARTIN, Treasurer. Portsmouth, May 24, 1800.
QUESTIONS to Merchants, Store-keepers, and Tradesmen in general, &c.
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And lastly, Is the person, who at the expense of four thousand dollars undertakes to perform upwards of one hundred and sixty thousand calculations of interest, and of giving all the preceding information to the public in the most complete manner, deserving of your Encouragement and Support?
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P.S. The work is dedicated, by permission, to the President and Directors of the Bank of North America, and has already received the patronage of JOHN ADAMS, President of the United States; of THOMAS JEFFERSON, Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate; of a large number of the Senators and Members of the House of Representatives of the United States; and of the Presidents and Directors of the different Banks unanimously. The Specimen Book in the Bank of North America, is filling very fast with subscriptions, some for 2 copies, some for 3 copies, and some for five copies; and I take this opportunity of gratefully acknowledging all favours.

Latest Foreign News,
By the Philanthropist , Capt. Prince, arrived at Marblehead, 40 days from Lisbon.
ADVICES from Constantinople state, that the Grand Vizier has concluded an armistice with Gen. Kleber, for one month. The latter has offered to withdraw with his whole army from Egypt; and the armistice is granted in order that the Vizier may have time to consult with his Court.
The particulars of the defeat of the French at El Arieh, on the frontiers of Egypt, and the consequent capture of that place, are contained in a letter from Constantinople, dated the 25th of January. The Turks were led on by British officers, and must have fought bravely, since it is admitted by themselves, that they lost 1500 men in storming the fort, which was garrisoned by 2000 French troops. The resistance made by the enemy, it appears, was no less resolute and desperate. They not only determined to defend the place to the last extremity, but, after a considerable part of them had fallen, a number of the survivors cut their way through the ranks of their victorious opponents. About 150 were made prisoners, and the tongues of 300 of the slain have arrived at Constantinople, as a present to the Grand Signor.
Warlike Aspects.
LONDON, MARCH 24.
Letters from Strasburgh mention, that the French army of the Rhine is completely organized.
Considerable apprehensions appear to be entertained, that part of our forces will be directed towards the Scheldt, in which neighbourhood the enemy is making very great preparation to resist an attack.
MARCH 25.
While our expeditions have been delayed by the interruption of all intercourse with our confederates, the enemy have been forced to send very formidable bodies both to Holland and to Flanders. Twenty-five thousand French are detached for the service of the Batavian Republic, and 10,000 more are stationed in Brabant, to cover Zealand and the Isle of Walcheren, against any enterprizes from this country or the Baltic.
It is stated that the Prince of Hesse Philipthal has joined the Austrian army with 10,000 Neapolitan troops, of whom 4,000 are cavalry.
Advices have been received in town from Vienna, of a date as recent as the 10th of March, at which period all political symptoms indicated the vigorous continuation of the war. It is with great regret we learn through the same channel, that the health of the Archduke was so much impaired, that it will be impossible for him to remain with the army.
Prince Suwarow is returned to Petersburg. A very large Russian force still continues on the frontiers of Prussia, with a view of keeping that Court in check, in case it should attempt to assist the views of France in war. A large Russian force is to be assembled at Riga and Revel, which is to be transported to the shores of Great-Britain, as soon as the season opens.
Yesterday were received the Paris journals to the 19th inst. inclusive, which contain a full contradiction to the idle reports of an armistice between the Austrian and French armies.
ITALY, FEB. 24.
The Imperialists under Gens. Ott and Klenau are now in full march against Genoa, which will be attacked by land and sea at the same time, and where misery is now at its heights: a pound of bread cost 14 fols. The French commandant has issued a proclamation, stating that a formidable army was on its march from France for their relief, and that money and provisions would arrive in abundance.
Pacific Overtures.
LONDON, MARCH 25.
It is reported with great confidence, that another proposition for peace from Buonaparte is expected immediately. Whatever credit is due to this rumour, it is certain that in the highest political circles it is asserted, that a messenger from our Ministers has actually passed over to France; and that Mr. Thomas Grenville, is again to be sent abroad on a diplomatic commission.
A cabinet council was yesterday held at Lord Grenville's office, upon the dispatches received from the continent. We understand Lord Minto has transmitted home a copy of the note sent by the Austrian government, in answer to Buonaparte's overtures of peace, in which his Imperial Majesty distinctly declines negotiating unless it be in conjunction with Great-Britain, for a general peace.
It is perfectly true, that Buonaparte has made repeated overtures for a separate peace with the Court of Vienna; and it appears equally true, that they have been uniformly rejected. The general tendency of these overtures is said to be an offer on the part of the French Government, to evacuate the whole of Italy, to guarantee the ancient Constitution of those States, and to make the Rhine the boundary of France. But whatever the propositions were, they appear to have been wholly rejected, and the campaign is about to open with great vigour—and the Archduke is to remain in the chief command of the Austrian army on the Rhine, and Gen. Kray will act under him.
Of the Brest Fleet.
LONDON, MARCH 25.
The French, besides a great many dismantled ships, frigates, &c. have 43 sail of the line at Brest, 22 of which are perfectly ready for sea. They have been lately joined by the Argonaute, a new ship of 74 guns, and a frigate from l'Orient.
Union of Ireland with Great-Britain.
Government has received intelligence, that on Wednesday the final question on the Resolutions respecting the question, was debated, with great heat and strength of argument when the House divided:
For the Union 154 Against it 112
The report will be transmitted to England immediately, to be confirmed by the British Parliament.
Miscellaneous Articles.
Buonaparte proposes to conduct the affairs of the Republic from his camp, the same as if he were at Paris, being unwilling to delegate any part of his authority to another person. It is understood that Carnot will conduct the war department in the absence of Berthier.
Another French frigate has been taken by our squadron in the Mediterranean, with several French officers who had taken their passage to Europe in order to represent the situation of the Egyptian army to the Chief Consul.
Gen. Kleber, set off for the army of the Grand Vizier, in January, for which purpose he assumed the Turkish dress.
The Empress of Germany has presented General Kray with an elegant gold snuff box, set with diamonds with this inscription: "Within is concealed what yet awaits you."
The Batavian Directory has prohibited the continuance of the fisheries on the coast of Holland, to prevent any improper intercourse through this means with Great Britain.
CHARLESTON, May 8.
Yesterday arrived, the brig George, Welton, Kingston, 20 days; brig Fanny, Ormond, Havana, 6 days.
On Tuesday evening arrived here, a small French privateer, pilot-boat built, a prize to the frigate John Adams, Capt. Cross; she mounted 8 carriage guns, and had 50 men; 6 of the guns were thrown overboard before she was captured. She is 10 days from St. Thomas's, and left the John Adams 15 days ago. This privateer was fitted out of Guadaloupe, and is called the Jason.
Capt. Cross had also retaken two American vessels, which he sent into St. Kitt's.
The Jason was brought here by Mr. Maxwell, one of the midshipmen of the John Adams.
BOSTON, May 26.
LATEST FROM EUROPE.
On Saturday, the ship Venus, Captain Jamison, from Liverpool, brought us London papers to the 29th March, and Liverpool, to the 3d April. Their contents, however, as was to be expected, are not very important. The campaign had not opened, although preparations for its immediate commencement, were in train. The Archduke Charles, has resigned the supreme command of the Austrian armies, on account of his extreme debility of body. The carriages of Buonaparte had set out for Dijon; and the Grand Consul was making preparations to repair thither himself.
In Italy, Massena has only been making foraging excursions; and the Austrians are bending their whole force against Genoa. A new agreement has been made between the Russian and German Emperors, by which Russia is to furnish 30,000 troops to act in Germany.
The Emperor of Germany, has rejected the proposal for Peace made by Buonaparte; and it is said, is determined to treat on that subject only, in concert with Great-Britain.
Official advices have been received in London, from Sir Sydney Smith,
announcing the retreat of the French armies from Syria and Upper Egypt. The capitulation between General Kleber, and the Grand Vizier is not confirmed.
Various reports on the subject of Peace, were in circulation. They in general are of the Ephemeron species; and an apparently official account, is very often contradicted on the succeeding day, by accounts apparently as official.
The secret expedition preparing in England, was progressing with spirit; and the troops to be employed in it daily embarking.
The Union of Ireland with Great-Britain, had ceased to be a wonder; and measures to consolidate the Empire, were in operation.
If we were to judge from the public dinners, balls, galas, routs, festivals, entertainments and diversions of every kind, enumerated in the English papers, we should suppose the nation to be in very little danger of starvation; the price of bread, however, though falling, continued high; but the benevolence of the wealthy was experienced by the poor in every part of the kingdom.
We hear nothing of our Envoys at Paris—they undoubtedly are at work; and perhaps know how to work it better, than to let newspaper editors in the secrets of their negotiation.
The flocks in England, are rising, though slowly—This is a faint indication of expected Peace.
Vice Admiral Sir William Parker succeeds Admiral Vandeput in the command at Halifax. The America of 64 guns, is fitting at Chatham, for the reception of his flag.
PORTSMOUTH, May 27.
PUBLIC DEBT.
By a lengthy report made to Congress, on the 8th inst. by a Committee appointed for the purpose, and who conferred with the Secretary of the Treasury on the subject, it appears, that the true amount of our National Debt on the first of January, 1791, was Dols. 74,185,596 82, and on the first of Jan. 1800, D. 70,212,718 16—By which it is demonstrated in the face of all that American Jacobins and English Anti-Jacobins have said, that our debt has been diminished D. 3,972,878 66, notwithstanding all the embarrassments to which our principal source of revenue has been exposed—and the expensive preparations for hostility which the insulting and threatening conduct of France forced us into.
COMMERCIAL.
By an act passed at the last session of Congress, goods, wares and merchandise, exported to New-Orleans, are entitled to the same draw-backs, as if exported to any other foreign place.
By a new law, the acts concerning the fisheries, and making allowances for their encouragement, are to continue in force for 10 years from the first day of March last.
We observe the following Advertisement in the London Observer , of March 9: "In the press and speedily will be published the life of the late General WASHINGTON."
"Tis to the virtue of such men man owes His portion in the good which Heaven bestows."
In October last, His Britannic Majesty's ship Trincomale, when engaged with a French Privateer in the E. India Sea, blew up, and every person on board, except two, perished.
The Senate of the United States have requested the President to direct a Prosecution to be commenced against the Editor of the Aurora .
Jonas Clark, Esq. is appointed Collector of the District of Kennebec.
The Hon. JOHN LANGDON, Esq. Senator, and the Hon. JAMES SHEAFE, Esq. Representative to Congress, from this State, have arrived at their seats in this town from Philadelphia.
A letter from L'Orient, of the 14th March, informs that an American vessel which sailed from Bourdeaux for the Isle of France, and which was captured by an English privateer has been retaken by the Captain a sailor and two boys, off Belle-Isle.
From PHILADELPHIA, May 20.
Extract of a letter from Cape Francois, dated 27th April, to a gentleman in this city.
"The brig James Stuart has arrived here in 12 days from your port, and it is just joining the convoy for Port Republic. Tranquility is at an end here. Ten thousand negroes have been in a state of revolt for three weeks past, back of this place, and the consequences are much dreaded, and as for the Bite there is no passing without convoy."
PRICES AT THE CAPE, APRIL 22.
Flour 8 a 9 dls, dull sale—Beef 6 a 7—Pork 15 a 16 if good—Soap 25 a 26 fols—Candles 30 a 35 do.—Lard 25 a 26 do.—Dry Goods, glut, and no demand—Coffee 27 a 28—Sugar 6 a 7 dols.—Molasses 55 a 60 cents velt."
Yesterday arrived brig Polly, Capt. Neal, 25 days from St. Kitts, sailed under convoy of United States frigate Maryland, Capt. Rogers, who paid every attention possible to the fleet under his protection—lat. 41, 14, long. 67, 50, spoke brig Mars, Capt. Jones of Newbury-Port, 2 days out from Penobscot, all well—lat. 35, 20, long. 69, 30. parted with the brig Hiram, Capt. Appleton.
On Saturday last, arrived at Boston, the ship Venus, Capt. Jamison, in 49 days from Liverpool—Left there among other vessels, Nancies, Lust, to sail in 14 days; Randolph, Orain, for Baltimore; Fantonia, Moulton; Pomona, Merrill, for Philadelphia; all of Portsmouth.
Entries at the CUSTOM-HOUSE. Brig Hitty, Lord, Tobago. Brig Alotta, Laing, Grenada.
CLEARED.
Sch'r Success, Shaw, Demerara. Brig Fidelity, Simpson, Liverpool. Brig Eagle, Rollins, Grenada.
MARRIED —At Bedford, by the Rev. Mr. Sterns, Mr. Matthew Pollard, to Mrs. Elizabeth Lane, after a moderate courtship of 25 years.
At Epping, Mr. Jonathan Edgerly, of Deerfield, to Miss Hannah Osgood, of Epping.
At New-Castle, Mr. Titus Salter, 2d, of this town, to Miss Abigail Frost, daughter of George Frost, Esq.
In this town, Mr. Richard Tucker, aged 63, to Miss Mary Abbot, aged 61.—Mr. Samuel Davis, to Miss Elizabeth Pitman.
Augusta, April 29.—On Friday the 4th inst. departed this life, the celebrated Dr. Andrew West, of Lincoln county, in the State of Georgia.
About twelve months before his death, retiring with one of his sons, he informed him he was apprized of his approaching dissolution: and that it would be within the term of a year. He also informed him where he would be buried.
About three months before his death, he appeared to have gracious and clear manifestations of his redeemer, reconciliation with the deity, and a well grounded hope of a blessed immortality.
The morning before his departure, taking a walk in the field, he appeared to be in a deep study, halting frequently until he came to the place in which he signified to his son, he wished to be laid; there he made a long pause, as if in a solemn soliloquy or deep devotion. He then returned to his house, and informed Mrs. West and the family he should be in eternity within 24 hours, and gave to them some very solemn moral and religious instructions, settled his domestic affairs, and chose the Rev. Abraham Marshall to preach his funeral sermon from Jon chap. 19, verse 25 and 26, "I know my redeemer," &c. After that time he appeared perfectly calm and composed in mind until he expired.
Auction Postponed.
The Auction for the Sale of the late stock of NATHANIEL WHITE, Esq. is postponed to
Thursday, the 5th of June next, on which day at 10 o'clock, will commence the Sale of a number of
Valuable Articles;
Consisting of BLACK and color'd Satins. Modes. Shawls. Gloves and Mitts. A great assortment of Ribbons. Muffins and Muslin Handkerchiefs. Mullinettts. Muffs and Tippets. Calicoes. Men's Camblets. Tapes. Fine Scotch Thread. Edgings. Buttons. Gauzes. Marceilles Quilting for Waistcoating. Twilt. Ladies' Beaver Hats. Pins. And many other articles.
All purchasers above thirty dollars value will have a credit for six and nine months, with approved notes, by Abraham Isaac, Auctioneer.
NEW GOODS.
William R. Hardy, TAILOR,
Has just received a large assortment of SUPERFINE Broad Cloths; Cashmeres; a variety of fashionable Waistcoating; cotton and silk Nankeenets; Cotton Cashmeres; Fustians; Cotton Denims; cotton and silk Slings; men's Hats; fashionable steel, gilt and plated Buttons.
Likewise—Trimmings of every kind in his line of business.
THEATRE, Portsmouth.
On Wednesday Evening, May 28, WILL BE PRESENTED, A celebrated Comedy written by the author of Such things are, Wives as they were , &c. &c. called
The Child of Nature.
Marquis Almanza, Mr. Harper. Alberto, Mr. Kenny. Duke Murcia, Mr. Dickinson. Grenada, Mr. Usher. Seville, Mr. Kedey. And Count Valentia, Mr. Powell. Marchioness Merida, Mrs. Harper. And Amanthis, the Child of Nature, Mrs. Powell.
To which will be added, a Farce never performed here, called The Irishman in London, or,
Happy African!
Frost, Mr. Kenny. Murdoch Delany, Mr. Kedey. Captain Seymour, Mr. Usher. Colloony, Mr. Baker. Cymon, Mr. Powell. And Edward, Mr. Villiers. Caroline, Mrs. Dickinson. Cubba, Mrs. Baker. And Louisa, Mrs. Harper.
Tickets to be had at the place of performance.
First range of boxes 4/6, second do. 3/6. Doors to be open at half past 6, and the performance to commence precisely at half past seven.
The public are requested to take notice, that (to prevent confusion) money will not on any account be received at the door.
Days of performance, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
INOCULATION.
IN consequence of the rapid approach of the hot season, the Hospital for the Small Pox will not be opened 'till September. May 27.
NEW GOODS.
Oliver Briard
Has just received a fresh supply of Spring & Summer Goods , which are now opening for sale, at his Store in Market-Street, Cheap for Cash.
Portsmouth, May 27, 1800.
State of New-Hampshire.
Rockingham, ss.
NOTICE is hereby given, that JOANNA CASEY and HANNAH REDMAN, by the said JOANNA CASEY, her guardian, have claimed an appeal to the Superior Court of Judicature, next to be holden at Exeter, within and for said county of Rockingham, on the third Tuesday of September next, from a decree of the honorable Judge of the Probate of Wills, &c. for said county, made the 19th day of March, A. D. 1800, allowing the administration account of John Fogg, Executor of the last will and testament of TRISTRAM REDMAN, late of North-Hampton, in said county, deceased, of his (the said Fogg's) administration of the said Redman's estate; which said appeal has been allowed by the said Judge, and that the said appeal is to be entered for trial at the aforesaid term of the said Superior Court.
Wm. PARKER, Reg. Probate-Office, 16th day of May, 1800.
The Beautiful, full blooded HORSE BOLD HUNTER,
WILL stand this season at the stable of Captain Huse, in Greenland, till the first of August next,—price four dollars the single leap, and seven dollars the season.
The following is the pedigree, &c. of Bold Hunter: he was bred by Dr. Cor Jarould of Warwick, in Rhode-Island, is of a beautiful bay, clouded with the Arabian shade, black mane and tail; for body, figure, and limbs, is not equalled in this country. Hunter was fired by the imported horse King Herod, one of the first speed horses in England, who won the King's plate, consequently was obliged to leave the kingdom or lose his ears; his dame was Donne by Ranger, an Arabian horse which was sold by Mr. Bull, of Hartford, to Col. H. Lee of Virginia, for 2500 dollars, when 25 years old. Bold Hunter's speed has been tried against some of the best horses in New-England, and has always kept the ground; whoever pleases to doubt, are modestly invited to come forward and try the fact.
PHILIP WEAVER.
Greenland, May 27, 1800.
N. B. There were only two instances last season, we have heard of, that mares went to Bold Hunter and missed having very likely colts.

From a late European Publication.
FASHION'S SAKE.
FASHION! little flippant thing! What in Fashion did thee bring? That the gentlefolks should make Such a fuss—for Fashion's Sake?
Why large buckles? why the small? Why no buckles now at all? If the matter right I take, A-la-mode—for Fashion's Sake.
One time this, at one time that! Now a large, then little hat; Fight a duel—life at stake, Kill, and die—for Fashion's Sake.
Why the Jew 'gainst Christian set? Why the ring? and why the bet? Square the fist, the noddle break; 'Tis a match—for Fashion's Sake.
See the Misses, full of glee, How they sit and sip their tea! Not a morsel will they take. They must fast—for Fashion's Sake.
See the masters, full of pride, Twelve inch cane, and hat aside, How they swagger, at the side, Curse and swear—for Fashion's Sake.
Gaiters, now half-boots the taste, Pantaloons, and Spencer'd waist; What Jack-puddings people make Of themselves—for Fashion's Sake!
Tails, pomatum, powder, yield; Crops alone maintain the field; Lord! what various modes we take To deck fools' heads—for Fashion's Sake.
Fickle Fashion! why this fuss? Acting and behaving thus: Must the wife thy whims partake, And be fools—for Fashion's Sake!
But, I see, the reason's plain; Trade will have the greater gain; Many honest Folks can make Longer bills—for Fashion's Sake.
THE subscriber being under the necessity of closing all accounts immediately, requests all persons indebted to him on account, notes of hand or otherwise, to call on him and settle the same without further notice; and he is under the necessity to state, that all demands remaining unsettled on the first day of June next, must unavoidably be placed in the hands of an Attorney to collect, without reserve.
NATHANIEL WHITE. Portsmouth, May 12, 1800.
FOR SALE At Public VENDUE, AT THE OFFICE OF ALEXANDER EWEN, in Market-Street, Portsmouth,
THIS DAY;
A valuable assortment of JACONET MUSLINS , of different qualities, from \frac{3}{4} to \frac{5}{8} wide; Book do. from \frac{3}{4} to \frac{5}{8} ; Muslin Handkerchiefs; black, blue, green and lead colored plain and striped Cambrics; a few pieces Irish Linen; Calico; Womens' and Mens' cotton Hose; white Quilting; Womens' Gloves; Hair Ribbon; a quantity Twine.
ALSO— A quantity of India Sugar; a few bags Coffee; 8 by 10 Window Glass; fig and cut Tobacco; with a number of other Articles.
Conditions:—Notes with approved indorsers, for sums above 100 dollars, thirty days,—all above 200, ninety days Credit.
AT PRIVATE SALE, 260 barrels BEEF. 200 quintals COD-FISH.
Rum. Brandy.—A number of Convenient Dwelling-Houses, apply as above.
LONG & HAMILTON
HAVE FOR SALE, At their Store in Fore-Street, 10 chests fresh Bohea TEA. 10 chests best Hyson ditto. 5 half chests Souchong ditto. 3 pipes best French Brandy. Best Hollands Gin. London Porter. 10 barrels Tar.
And a general assortment of West-India Goods & Groceries to be sold cheap for cash. Portsmouth, May 20, 1800.
BEVERLY BED-TICKS.
Just Received and for Sale by
EDWARD PARRY,
Sign of the Lamb & Flag, Market-Street. BEST Beverly Manufactured COTTON BEDTICKING, at the same price it is sold at the Manufactory in Beverly.
TO BE LET,
FOUR Rooms in a convenient House at the north part of the town. Inquire of the printer.
WHEREAS the General Court of the State of New-Hampshire, did at their session in December last, grant a tax of three cents on each acre of land in the town of Stuartstown, in the county of Grafton, in said State (public rights excepted) to make roads and bridges therein, which tax is assessed and committed to me to collect. I therefore notify the proprietors and owners of land in said town, that they have liberty to pay said tax in labour, at six cents per hour for an able bodied man, finding his own tools and diet, any time between the first day of June and the fifteenth day of September next by applying to the selectmen; after which the lands of delinquents will be advertised for sale pursuant to law. PELLATIAH NICHOLS, Collector. Stuartstown, May 2, 1800.
To William Plumer, Esquire, one of the Justices of the Peace in and for the county of Rockingham and State of New-Hampshire, and clerk of the proprietors of the township of Millsfield in said State.
THE subscribers proprietors and owners of more than one sixteenth part of the township of Millsfield, in the county of Grafton, in said State, request you to call a meeting of the proprietors and owners of said township of Millsfield, to meet at the dwelling house of Mrs. Eunice Wells, innholder in Hampton-falls, in said county of Rockingham on Wednesday the 30th day of July next, at ten o'clock in the forenoon, for the following purposes, viz.
 1st. To choose a moderator and assessors.  2d. To see if the proprietors will determine to what original rights the several lots shall be annexed to, that were drawn by the proprietors of said township at Salem, July 28, 1779.  3d. To see if the proprietors will raise a tax on the rights and lots, or on both, in said township, for the purpose of making settlements in said township, and fulfilling the terms and conditions of the charter thereof.  4th. To see if the proprietors will adopt and establish a different mode of calling future meetings, from what they have usually practiced.  5th. To see if the proprietors will pass a vote directing the treasurer of said township for the time being, to pay all taxes that are or shall hereafter be assessed by the State of New-Hampshire, or said county of Grafton on said township.  6th. To see if the proprietors will draw and sever the lots now undrawn in said township. 
JACOB ASHTON, JOHN JENKS, GEO. CROWNINSHIELD & SONS, CALEB JOHNSON. Salem, May 15, 1800.
State of New-Hampshire, Rockingham, ss. I hereby notify and warn the proprietors and owners of said township of Millsfield, to meet at the time and place and for the purposes aforesaid.
Given under my hand and seal at (L.S.) Epping, this 16th day of May, A. D. 1800. WM. PLUMER, Justice Peace, & proprietor's clerk of said Millsfield.
WALES' LOCATION.
NOTICE is hereby given to the proprietors and owners of lands in Wales' Location, in the county of Grafton, and State of New-Hampshire, that a tax of four cents, on each acre of land in said Wales' Location, (public lands excepted) was granted by the General Court at their session holden in Exeter, December 1799, for the purpose of making and repairing roads and bridges in said Location; the subscribers being appointed a committee to superintend the business, assess, and collect said tax, do hereby inform all concerned, that they may work out their several taxes any time between the 1st day of June and the 15th day of September next, at six cents an hour for each able bodied man, finding his own tools and diet; at the expiration of said time, the lands of delinquents will be advertised for sale.—A copy of the tax list will be lodged in the office of the Deputy Secretary, agreeable to the requirements of the act.
NOAH BUFFINGTON, HOPESTIL JENISON, BENJAMIN STRONG, } Committee. Wales' Location, May 5, 1800.
Rockingham ss.
NOTICE is hereby given, that Hunking Penhallow and Benjamin Penhallow have petitioned the Judge of probate for said county, representing, that Hunking Wentworth late of Portsmouth, in said county, Esq. deceased, in and by his last will and testament, devised to them and others all his real estate, which they now hold as tenants in common, and praying the said Judge to cause partition thereof to be made among the said devisees—whereupon it is ordered that they be heard at the Probate court to be holden, at Portsmouth aforesaid on the third Wednesday of June next. By order of the Judge, WILLIAM PARKER, Reg. Exeter, May 14, 1800.
THIS DAY Amoskeag Canal Lottery, SECOND CLASS,
Will commence drawing at Boston;
Consisting of 5,000 Tickets at 3 dollars, two prizes to three blanks—Prizes as follows,
  1 of 2000 dols. is 2000 dols.   1 1000   1 50 shares in said Canal } equal to 500   1 300   2 200   3 100   10 50   18 25   20 20   40 10   50 6   900 4   953 3 
2,000 Prizes 13,009 3,000 Blanks 1,991
5,000 Tickets at 3 dollars are 15,000
The design of the works on Amoskeag Falls, is in conjunction with the Middlesex and Patucket Canals, to open a water communication from the interior parts of New-Hampshire to Boston and Newbury-Port, for the conveyance of country produce and lumber of every kind, but especially the very important article of Fire-Wood.—From the great advantages which will accrue to the Public from the completion of these works, the Managers flatter themselves that their Tickets will meet a prompt and extensive sale; they are therefore determined to commence drawing on the 27th day of May. The Managers are determined to observe the utmost punctuality in the performance of their engagements, and to complete the business they have undertaken, with all the dispatch that its importance will admit.
EPHRAIM ROBINSON, SAMUEL TENNEY, } Managers. NATHN'L PARKER,
N. B. The fifty shares in the Canal, will be conveyed by the Proprietor, free of all charge in completing said Canal—or he will oblige himself to pay to those, who shall draw them, 500 dollars in two years with interest.
Whole and Quarter TICKETS
In the above Lottery, for sale at J. MELCHER's Printing-Office, where PRIZES will be paid.
To William Plumer, Esq. one of the Justices of the Peace in and for the county of Rockingham, and State of New-Hampshire, and clerk of the proprietors of the township of Erroll, in said State.
THE subscribers proprietors and owners of more than one sixteenth part of the township of Erroll, in the county of Grafton in said State, request you to call a meeting of the proprietors and owners of said township of Erroll to meet at the dwelling house of Mrs. Eunice Wells, innholder in Hampton-falls, in said county of Rockingham, on Wednesday the 30th day of July next, at ten o'clock in the forenoon for the following purposes, viz.
 1st. To choose a moderator and assessors.  2d. To see if the proprietors will determine to what original rights the several lots shall be annexed to, that were drawn by the proprietors of said township at Salem, July 28, 1779.  3d. To see if the proprietors will raise a tax on the rights or lots, or on both, in said township, for the purpose of making settlements in said township and fulfilling the terms and conditions of the charter thereof.  4th. To see if the proprietors will adopt and establish a different mode of calling future meetings from what they have usually practiced.  5th. To see if the proprietors will pass a vote directing the treasurer of said township for the time being, to pay all taxes that are or shall hereafter be assessed by the State of New-Hampshire, or by said county of Grafton on said township.  6th. To see if the proprietors will draw and sever the lots now undrawn in said township. 
JACOB ASHTON, JOHN JENKS, GEO. CROWNINSHIELD & SONS, CALEB JOHNSON. Salem, May 15, 1800.
State of New-Hampshire.
Rockingham, ss. I hereby notify and warn the proprietors and owners of said township of Erroll, to meet at the time and place and for the purposes aforesaid.
Given under my hand and seal at (L.S.) Epping, this 16th day of May, A. D. 1800. WM. PLUMER, Justice Peace, & proprietor's clerk of said Erroll.
Treasury Department, APRIL 21, 1800.
PUBLIC Notice is hereby given, in pursuance of the act of Congress, passed on the first day of March, one thousand eight hundred, intitled, "An act in addition to an act, intitled, an act regulating the grants of land appropriated for military services, and for the Society of the United Brethren for propagating the Gospel among the Heathen," as follows:
1st. All the fractional parts of the quarter townships adjoining to the Indian boundary line of the tract of land referred to in said act, except the fractional quarter townships number four in township number seven of range number twenty: Also, all the fractional parts of the quarter townships adjoining to the river Scio, except the quarter townships number one and four, in township number one of range number nineteen; the quarter townships number two and three of township number three, in range number nineteen; and the quarter townships number one and four in township number five, of range number twenty; together with the fifty quarter townships hereafter described, are referred to be located, for the original holders of warrants granted for military services, or their heirs, in lots of one hundred acres, pursuant to the act above recited.
2d. The following is a description of the fifty quarter townships referred to in the preceding article, and which were designated by lot in the presence of the Secretary of War, pursuant to the act above recited:
  Range. Township. Lot. Range. Township. Lot. Range. Township. Lot. Range. Township. Lot.   1 8 3 6 8 1 10 1 2 2 4 2   1 8 4 6 8 2 10 1 3 2 4 3   1 8 1 6 8 3 10 1 4 2 4 4   1 8 2 6 8 4 10 1 5 2 4 5   1 8 5 6 8 5 10 1 6 2 4 6   1 8 6 6 8 6 10 1 7 2 4 7   1 8 7 6 8 7 10 1 8 2 4 8   1 8 8 6 8 8 10 1 9 2 4 9   1 8 9 6 8 9 10 1 10 2 4 10   1 8 10 6 8 10 10 1 11 2 4 11   1 8 11 6 8 11 10 1 12 2 4 12   1 8 12 6 8 12 10 1 13 2 4 13   1 8 13 6 8 13 10 1 14 2 4 14   1 8 14 6 8 14 10 1 15 2 4 15   1 8 15 6 8 15 10 1 16 2 4 16   1 8 16 6 8 16 10 1 17 2 4 17   1 8 8 17 6 8 17 10 1 18 2 4 18   1 8 18 6 8 18 10 1 19 2 4 19   1 8 19 6 8 19 10 1 20 2 4 20   1 8 20 6 8 20 10 1 21 2 4 21   1 8 21 6 8 21 10 1 22 2 4 22   1 8 22 6 8 22 10 1 23 2 4 23   1 8 23 6 8 23 10 1 24 2 4 24   1 8 24 6 8 24 10 1 25 2 4 25   1 8 25 6 8 25 10 1 26 2 4 26   1 8 26 6 8 26 10 1 27 2 4 27   1 8 27 6 8 27 10 1 28 2 4 28   1 8 28 6 8 28 10 1 29 2 4 29   1 8 29 6 8 29 10 1 30 2 4 30   1 8 30 6 8 30 10 1 31 2 4 31   1 8 31 6 8 31 10 1 32 2 4 32   1 8 32 6 8 32 10 1 33 2 4 33   1 8 33 6 8 33 10 1 34 2 4 34   1 8 34 6 8 34 10 1 35 2 4 35   1 8 35 6 8 35 10 1 36 2 4 36   1 8 36 6 8 36 10 1 37 2 4 37   1 8 37 6 8 37 10 1 38 2 4 38   1 8 38 6 8 38 10 1 39 2 4 39   1 8 39 6 8 39 10 1 40 2 4 40   1 8 40 6 8 40 10 1 41 2 4 41   1 8 41 6 8 41 10 1 42 2 4 42   1 8 42 6 8 42 10 1 43 2 4 43   1 8 43 6 8 43 10 1 44 2 4 44   1 8 44 6 8 44 10 1 45 2 4 45   1 8 45 6 8 45 10 1 46 2 4 46   1 8 46 6 8 46 10 1 47 2 4 47   1 8 47 6 8 47 10 1 48 2 4 48   1 8 48 6 8 48 10 1 49 2 4 49   1 8 49 6 8 49 10 1 50 2 4 50 
3d. All the lands in each of the above fifty quarter townships, and in the fractional parts of quarter townships before described, have been divided upon the respective plats thereof, as returned by the Surveyor General, into as many lots of one hundred acres each, as the quantity such quarter township or fraction is stated to contain will admit, in the manner pointed out and required by the above recited act.
4th. The plats divided as aforesaid into lots of one hundred acres, are deposited in the office of the Register of the Treasury where the locations are to be made; and upon surrendering the warrants which shall be thus located, patents will be issued in the manner and upon the conditions prescribed by law.
Given under my hand at Philadelphia the day and year above mentioned. OLIVER WOLCOTT, Secretary of the Treasury. May 13. (3m.)
State of New-Hampshire.
NOTICE is hereby given to the non-resident proprietors or owners of land in Henniker, that have not paid their taxes for the year 17