The New Hampshire gazette (Portsmouth [N.H.]), 1800-06-10 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. 24, of Vol. XLV.]
TUESDAY, JUNE 10. 300.
[One Dollar, 3 3/4 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; Cal- fimeres; a great variety of fashionable Waistcoating; Fustians; white and color'd Jeans; cotton Denims; Satinets; cotton and silk Nankeenets; Thickfets; 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 Ginghams; fashionable printed Muslins; striped and figur'd Muslinets; Dimities; fine cotton Shirtings; Cambrics; Counterpanes; Table Cloths of all sizes.
Book, Jacobet, strip'd, check'd, lapet and cambric Muslins; Muslin Handkerchiefs; men's Neckerchiefs; tambor'd Muslin 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 Lutrings; 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; Parafoles; Umbrellas; cotton and silk Girdles; 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 Epaulets, 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; fleve 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; Galloons; cotton and silk Ferrets; Bindings; Tapes; Bobbins; fine Linens; Britannas; Brown Hollands; Checks; green Table Coverings.
Tammies; Durants; Shal-loons; Russels; Calimancoes; Mo-reans; Tamboreens; Florentines. A large assortment of Kidderminster Carpets and Carpetings.
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.
On Wednesday the 11th instant, WILL BE SOLD AT Public Auction, At the store of Mr. PHINEAS ELLIS, in Market-street, all his Stock in Trade; consisting of English Goods—as follows,
  Broad Cloths.  Cambleteens.    Forest ditto.  Calicoes.    Devonshire Kerseys.  Chintzes.    Baizes. Flannels.  Dimities.    Coatings.  Muslinets.    Blankets.  Worsted & Cotton Hose.    Caffimeres.  Black Modes.    Velvets.  Satinets.    Thickfets.  Jeans.    Durants.  Brown Holland.    Moreens.  Tapes. Threads.    Russels.  Pins. Ribbons.    Cambricks.  Buttons.    Crapes.  Edgings.    Wild Bores.  Snuff Boxes, &c.  
N. B. The above goods are to be positively sold without reserve, as Mr. Ellis leaves town in about a week after the sale. The terms will be made known at time and place of sale.
Abraham Isaac, Auctioneer. Portsmouth, June 3, 1800.
European & India GOOD S.
Rich'd Evans
Has received his Spring & Summer GOODS, Which forms a very extensive assortment of staple and fancy; he is now opening & offers for sale on the most advantageous terms.
NEW GOODS.
William R. Hardy, TAILOR,
Has just received a large assortment of SUPERFINE Broad Cloths; Cal-fimeres; a variety of fashionable Waistcoating; cotton and silk Nankeenets; Cotton Caffimeres; 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.
PUBLIC AUCTION.
By leave of Court, to be sold at Vendue at the New-Hampshire Hotel, on Monday the Seventh JULY next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon, That
Valuable lot of Land in Portsmouth, now in possession of Dame & Penhallow , late the property of Theophilus Dame , of Dover, Esq. deceased.—Conditions to be made known at the time of sale.
JACOB WALDEN, Auct'r. Portsmouth, June 3, 1800.
Just landed from on board brig Alotta, And FOR SALE BY
Clement Jackson,
No. 4, Portsmouth Pier, 79 Hhds. excellent Grenada Rum.
45 ditto ditto Molasses. Also For Sale, Russia and Ravens Duck. Russia SHEETING, Old Sable IRON. Cordage. Coffee. Loaf & Brown Sugar. Portsmouth, June 3, 1800.
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.
Foreign Intellig
By an arrival at Boston, from a pool. London dates to April 23—
PARIS, APRIL 12. An advice boat dispatched by Gen. Kleber, has brought an official copy of his Convention with the Turkish Grand Vizir.—The General dates his letter from the camp, which, Jan. 30, and addresses it to the Directory. He states, that the Turkish army, which was on its way to Egypt, amounted to 80,000; that they were conducted by European officers; and bringing a park of 70 pieces of artillery; that the Arabs and Mamelukes did every thing in their power to aid the Grand Vizier's army; and that their enmity to the French was unconquerable: That the French army was reduced to 8500 men, scattered over a considerable extent of territory, having Katich, Salahich, and Belbeys, for their points: That Sir Sidney Smith, favoured the Convention, which he first opened to Gen. Kleber, and the articles were negotiated on board the British ship Tiger:—That K. despaired of receiving succours from France; and had, therefore, entered into the negotiation; and that he reckoned being in France, with the army by the middle of June.
The following are the articles of the CONVENTION.
The French army in Egypt, wishing to shew its desire to stop the effusion of blood, and to put an end to the unfortunate dispute between the French Republic and the Sublime Porte, agree to evacuate Egypt, according to the present convention, and in the hope that this concession will open the way to a general peace in Europe.
 1. The French army to retire with its baggage and effects to Alexandria, Rosetta and Aboukir, there to embark for France, in vessels to be provided by the Sublime Porte.  2. An armistice of three months to take place from the date of the present Convention.  3. Commissaries to be appointed on either side, to superintend the embarkation; and if any dispute shall arise, it is to be decided by Sir Sidney Smith, according to the maritime laws of England. 
4. The French army are, as speedily as possible, to evacuate all the forts in their possession, leaving them in their present state. They are, however, to retain the Western bank of the Nile until after the evacuation of Cairo.
5. Cairo to be evacuated within 45 days.
6. The French troops not to be molested in their goods, nor their persons or honor insulted during their retreat.
7. The French and Turkish troops to be stationed at such a distance from each other to prevent any rencontre.
8. The persons held in confinement, on either side to be immediately set at large.
9. The goods and property taken on each side to be restored.
10. No inhabitant of Egypt to be molested for any adherence to the French, after their departure.
11. Passports shall be given from the Porte, and its Allies, Great Britain and Russia, to ensure the safe return of the French army.
12. The French army pledges itself to commit no hostility on its way homeward, and not to touch at any port before their arrival in France, except in case of necessity.
13. If any French vessels shall arrive during the truce, they shall be allowed to return with passports, after taking in water and provisions.
14. Gen. Kleber is allowed to send off an advice boat to inform the French Government of the present convention.
15. Subsistence to be furnished to the French army during its stay and for its voyage.
16. The French army is not to raise any farther contributions; it is, on the contrary, to leave all the cattle and magazines, cannon, &c. which are to be valued by Turkish commissaries, and by the commander of the British forces. If these should not amount to the sum of 6000 purses, at which the maintenance and embarkation of the French troops are estimated, the remainder shall be advanced by the Porte, by way of loan.
17. Advances to be made from time to time to the French army for their subsistence.
18. The contributions received by the French, after the date of this convention, to be deducted from this allowance.
19. The French transport vessels to be at liberty, during the truce to navigate the coasts of Egypt.
20. To prevent any danger from the plague, no person supposed to be affected with that distemper is allowed to be embarked, but is to remain under the care of French surgeons.
21. Any difficulty which may arise to be settled by Commissaries appointed on each side.
22. This convention to be ratified within eight days. (Signed) Desaix. Mousafa Rasched Effendi. Poussielgue. Mousafa Rasche Effendi.
Thus endeth the last chapter of the famous expedition to Egypt.—We recall our readers to our predictions on the subject.
STRASBURG, APRIL 8. A messenger has passed Basle, on his way to Paris, with the ultimatum of the Emperor respecting the peace proposed by Buonaparte.
TURIN, MARCH 17. OFFICIAL.
On the 15th inst. Gen. Massena, with near 6000 men marched against Fontana Buona, to punish the inhabitants by fire and sword. On the enemy's approach, the insurgents divided themselves on both sides the road, in ambush, leaving the road clear. The French advanced rapidly, were met by the Austrians in front, when the insurgents from their ambush surrounded the enemy, placed them between a double fire, killed 2000 on the spot, took a greater number prisoners, amongst whom were 113 officers, two Generals, one of whom Gen. Arnould, soon after died with his wounds.
VIENNA, APRIL 5.
A report was in circulation to day, that Malta had surrendered after Valetta had been stormed by the allies. No official accounts, however, have as yet been received of its being taken.
HAMBURG, APRIL 12.
Prince Suwarrows's death has been reported, contradicted, and again stated in the South Prussian Gazette to have happened on the 2d March; that his death was sudden; and that there were suspicions he had been poisoned.
LONDON, April 23.
Letters to the 18th from the vicinity of the Rhine, make no mention of any hostile events. Moreau was to have passed the Rhine the 19th.
We last night received Paris papers to the 20th, and this morning to the 21st instant. In Italy no military event has taken place; the army of Massena is stated to amount to 50,000 men. On the Rhine, the Head quarters of the French are at Colmar. The Austrians are stated to be in considerable force at Rastadt. Mannheim has been bombarded by the Republicans.—
The commencement of the Campaign is now hourly expected in both quarters.
The gallant Earl St. Vincent yesterday received his Commission, appointing him Commander in Chief of the Channel fleet, in the room of Ld. Bridport, who resigns on account of his ill health.
PARIS, April 5.
The Commissioners for carrying on the Negotiations between the French Republic and the United States of America held their first Sitting on the 3d, and exchanged their powers.
LEGISLATURE OF MASSACHUSETTS.
Gov. STRONG'S Speech :
Gentlemen of the Senate, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives,
THE invitation of my Fellow-Citizens to the respectable office which I have undertaken to execute, has excited in me sentiments of gratitude for the honour they have conferred upon me. At the same time it has given me anxiety from an apprehension that I shall be unable to discharge the duties of the office in a manner that will justify their confidence. But I flatter myself that their candour will incline them to judge favourably of the motives, of my conduct, even in cases where an error may be supposed.
The occasion upon which we meet, naturally revives in our minds, the recollection of the severe losses we have lately suffered, in the death of some of our most respectable and distinguished Fellow-Citizens.
In the course of the last year this State has been deprived of its late excellent Governor—He was eminently fitted for the offices which he had sustained, for he possessed those qualities that acquire universal respect. To a sound understanding and
extensive political and legal knowledge, he united engaging manners and habitual goodness—benevolent, upright and unassuming, he was beloved as a Man, and revered as a Magistrate; and his memory is blessed.
Since that event the whole nation has suffered the loss of the first and best of Men. We are all witnesses of the unexampled mourning, with which the death of Gen. Washington is deplored.—His patriotism and services endeared him to every friend of America, and his fame has spread thro' the world: But though the reputation he acquired from his great achievements and abilities, was a singular attainment, and may therefore damp the spirit of emulation—yet his integrity and purity of manners, his respect for the institutions of Religion, and zeal for the public good, can be imitated by all. May the people of the United States, ever cherish the remembrance of his modest worth, and form themselves after his example, of private and patriotic virtue—then they will be safe and happy, and will inherit the land forever.
Within a few days, the people of this State, have again been called, to lament the death of a Chief Magistrate. The late Lieutenant-Governor was an early and constant friend to the rights of his fellow-citizens, and his faithful services secured to him their attachment.—He discharged with reputation the functions of his office, and since the death of the Governor, conducted the affairs of the State, with prudence and ability, and to the general satisfaction of the people.
With these subjects of mournful regret, the situation of public affairs, will suggest considerations suited to excite our gratitude to the Supreme Being—that we enjoy the blessings of a free and undisturbed Government—that the laws are respected, and administered without opposition—and notwithstanding any diversity of political opinions, that good will to each other, so generally prevails, among the citizens of this State.
While a great part of Europe, is involved in a most sanguinary and calamitous War, the people of this country are favoured with internal Peace, and are at liberty to make improvements in agriculture, and advance towards perfection in the useful arts; but as the nations with whom we are most concerned in commerce, are parties in the war, the U. States have not been able to maintain their neutral character, without experiencing frequent and vexatious interruptions to their trade, by infractions of the law of nations.—Of late these injuries have proceeded from a nation for whom we had entertained the most friendly sentiments; and though the Executive Authority pursued the most conciliating methods to obtain redress, they were unsuccessful; not even defensive measures were adopted, until as well the People as the Government, were made to realize the truth of a maxim, which had been often repeated by the late President—that if we desire Peace, it must be known, that we are prepared for War.
A review of the transactions that have taken place between the United States and foreign nations, since the General Government was established, must convince every unprejudiced mind—not only, that the Executive authority has invariably and sincerely pursued a pacific policy—but that much wisdom and prudence have been exercised, in preserving tranquility to the people of these States.
We are encouraged to hope, that the present negotiation with the French Government, will put an end to the injuries we complain of; and that we shall not be compelled, to relinquish the advantages, of a natural situation—however it is our duty as citizens to adhere to the Government instituted by ourselves, and for our own security; and to submit cheerfully to the expenses that have been incurred, under the Laws of that Government, in arming for our defence. If, as we hope, there will be no occasion in the future to make use of arms, that result may be owing to our being possessed of them.
As I have had no share in the administration of the State Government for several years, it will not be ex-

pected that I shall attempt to point out particular subjects, that may require legislative interposition—but in general the Constitution has declared, in terms that can scarcely be too often repeated, that "it shall be the duty of Legislatures and Magistrates, in all periods of the Commonwealth, to cherish the interests of literature, and the sciences, and all seminaries of them—especially the University at Cambridge, public schools, and grammar schools in the towns—to encourage private societies, and public institutions, rewards and immunities, for the promotion of agriculture, arts, sciences, commerce, trades, manufactures, and a natural history of the country—to countenance and inculcate the principles of humanity and general benevolence, public and private charity, industry and frugality, honesty and punctuality in their dealings, sincerity, good humour, and all social affections and generous sentiments among the people."
In the distribution of public employments, it is of importance to the reputation and tranquility of the State, that appointments should be made with impartiality, and with a due regard, to superior talents and meritorious services. But as virtue and submission to the laws, are essential to a Republic, and form the only sure basis of its prosperity—these qualifications must, I think, be in a peculiar manner requisite, in those who are appointed to offices in such a Government;—for a man who is not under the influence of moral principles, can have no just claim to the public confidence.
There is perhaps no opinion, which has more generally prevailed among civilized nations, than—that religious principles in the people are essential to morality, and a principal support of lawful government, and that the obligation to piety, is imposed on man, by his nature. If lately opinions opposite to these are patronized, and revealed religion in particular, is represented as unfriendly to individual or social happiness—it becomes those who believe the truth of christianity, to endeavour to prevent the progress of these doctrines of unbelief, by every mild and prudent method—by promoting institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge—by excluding vicious and profligate persons from the employment of instructing youth; by encouraging and supporting public teachers of piety, religion and morality—and by exemplifying in their own conduct, the genuine effects of that religion, which they regard as the purest source of human felicity.
Permit me, Gentlemen, to assure you, that I shall be solicitous to fulfil the expectations, which my fellow-citizens have a right to form, of my zeal for their service—and that I shall cheerfully concur with you, in any measures, that may be calculated to secure to them the benefits of a mild and just government.—And may the Almighty succeed our united endeavours, to render the people of this Commonwealth, prosperous and happy.
Caleb Strong.
June 3, 1800.
Late Foreign Intelligence.
French Official Account
OF THE Surrender of the Army of Egypt.
PARIS, 12th Germinal, April 12.
Kleber Commander in Chief of the army in Egypt, to the Executive Directory of the French Republic.
Camp at Saïaché, 10th Pluviôse, 8th year, (January 30, 1800.)
I HAVE just signed, Citizen Directors, the treaty which relates to the evacuation of Egypt; a copy of which I send you: the original, which bears the signature of the Grand Vizier, I cannot receive until some days from this, as the exchange is to take place at El-Arish.
I have given you an account in my preceding dispatches, of the situation of my army. I have likewise informed you, of my continuing those negotiations with the Grand Vizier, which Gen. Buonaparte had commenced.—Altho' at this crisis I placed little reliance upon the success of these negotiations I hoped nevertheless that they would so far relax the progress and the warlike preparations of the Vizier, as to give you time to expedite reinforcements in men and arms; or at least some instructions for the conduct I should pursue in the distressed situation of my affairs. This hope of assistance was founded upon my knowledge, that the French and Spanish fleets had formed a conjunction at Toulon, and waited but a favorable wind to depart. They departed in fact, but it was to repair the Straights and return to Brest. This intelligence deeply afflicted the army, who were apprized at the same time of our misfortunes in Italy, in Germany, in Holland, and even in La Vendée, without
the government appearing to take any measures to arrest the progress of these misfortunes which threatened even the existence of the Republic.
In the mean time the Vizier advanced from Damas. On the other hand at the beginning of Brumaire (latter part of Oct. 1799) a fleet appeared before Damietta, which first landed 4000 Janissaries, who were immediately to be followed by an equal number. But we gave them not an opportunity: we attacked the first body, who were completely vanquished in less than half an hour. The carnage was dreadful; we took nevertheless more than 800 prisoners.
This event did not facilitate our negotiations. The Vizier changed not his former tone, nor suspended his march longer than was essential to make the necessary dispositions, and provide himself with the means of transportation. His army was then estimated at 60,000 men; and he was followed by other Pachas, and recruited with fresh troops from all parts of Asia, as far as Mount Caucasus. The van of this army soon extended to Jaffa.
At this time, that is, a few days previous to the disembarkation at Damietta, I received a communication from Sir Sydney Smith, and as I well knew the influence which he possessed with the Vizier, I thought proper not only to return him an answer, but even to make him the proposition of appointing his own vessel the place of our conferences. It was equally repugnant to my ideas to receive the English or Turkish plenipotentiaries in Egypt, as to dispatch my own to the camp of the latter. My proposal was accepted and the negotiations were immediately a more decided aspect. All this however, retarded not the Turkish army which the Grand Vizier marched to Gaza.
During this time the war still continued in Upper Egypt; and the Bays hitherto dispersed were taking measures to form a junction with Mourad, who, tho' always pursued yet never vanquished and drawing over the Arabs, the inhabitants of the Province of Benissouf, kept our forces constantly occupied and harassed.
The plague likewise threatened us with its ravages, and already destroyed numbers, each decade at Alexandria and other places.
At length in the 1st of Nivose (Dec. 22, 1799) Gen. Delfaïx and citizen Poussielgue whom I had appointed Plenipotentiaries, opened on board the Tigre the conferences with Sir Sydney Smith whom the Grand Vizier had invested with full powers to treat. It was their intention to have cruised from Damietta to Alexandria, but a violent gale having compelled them to stand off, they put to sea for the space of 18 days. At the end of this term they landed at the camp of the Vizier; who had attacked and carried the fortress of El-Arish, the 9th Nivose (Dec. 30, 1799.) He owed this success to the cowardly behaviour of the garrison, who surrendered without fighting the 7th day of the attack. This event was the more unfortunate as Gen. Reynier was marching to raise the siege before the main body of the Turkish army could arrive.
From this period, we had nothing to hope from dilatory negotiations; it was our chief concern seriously to consider the danger of their being broken off, to divest ourselves of all feelings of personal vanity, and to expose not the whole army, whose lives had been entrusted to my care, to the dreadful alternative which a longer delay had rendered inevitable.
Our latest intelligence reported the Turkish army to be 80,000 strong, and with the prospect of encreasing still. It included 12 Pachas, 6 of whom were of the highest order. Forty-five thousand men were before El-Arish, with 70 pieces of cannon and provision, and ammunition proportionate; this artillery was drawn by mules. 20 pieces of cannon more were at Gaza with the corps of reserve; the remainder of the army were stationed at Jaffa, and in the environs of Ramle. The camp of the Vizier was well supplied by the activity of their light cruisers; the different tribes of Arabs emulated each other in seconding the exertions of the army, which they furnished with upwards of 1,500,000 camels. Each disposition was made with the utmost regularity. The whole force was under the direction of European officers; and 5 or 6 thousand Russians were prominently expected.
To this army of the Grand Vizier's I had to oppose but 8,500 men, divided in three points at Keijeh, Salabieh, and Belbeys. This division was essential to facilitate our communication with Cairo, and to be able to afford prompt succour to either of these posts which should be the first attacked.—Certain it is, that all of them might be either blockaded or avoided; as was recently effected by Elsie Bey, who during the negotiation entered Charke with his Mameloucks, to form an union with the Arabs of Billis, and from thence to join Mourad in Upper Egypt. The rest of the army were
distributed as follows: One thousand men under the command of General Verdier, were to form the garrison of Lesbos, enforce the contributions of silver and merchandise, and to hold in subjection the country between the canals of Achmoun and Moes, which was kept in commotion by Lelkam the Cheik; 1800 men under Gen. Lannesse, were to garrison Rosetta, Aboukir and Alexandria; 1200 men were stationed at Cairo and Giza, who were obliged to furnish escorts for the convoys of the army: Lastly, 2500 men were scattered in Upper Egypt over a space of more than 150 leagues, daily to contend with the Bays and Partisans. This in fact a highest computation which can be made of the effective force of the army (15,000.)
Notwithstanding this disproportion of force, I still hoped for victory; and would have hazarded an engagement had I but possessed a certainty of receiving assistance prior to the period of the enemy's debarkation. But this period having arrived without my obtaining reinforcements, I was under the necessity of sending at least 5000 of my men to the sea-coast; I had then remaining but 3000 troops to defend a country open on every quarter, against the invasion of 30,000 horse, aided by the Arabs and by the inhabitants, with no strong holds, without provisions, without money and without shipping. This moment I ought to have foreseen; and to have required of myself what in such a case could be done for the preservation of the army. No means of safety were now left me. With undisciplined hordes of savage fanatics, ignorant of the rights of war, our only mode of treating was sword in hand. Every mind was struck with the self evident consequence of this consideration. It has determined my opinion. I gave order to my plenipotentiaries in nowise to break off the negotiations, except in case of insisting upon such articles as would compromise our glory, or our security.
I conclude this report, Citizen Directors, by observing that no provision has been made for the peculiar circumstances of my situation in the instructions left by General Buonaparte. The foundation of his promise of prompt assistance , was reared as my expectations had been, upon the hopes of a junction of the French and Spanish fleets in the Mediterranean. We were then far from thinking that the combined fleets would return to the Ocean, and the expedition to Egypt totally abandoned, would become a principal accusation against the authors of it.
I subjoin to this letter, a copy of my correspondence, both with the Grand Vizier, and Sir Sydney Smith, likewise all official notes which have passed on both sides. I enclose likewise a copy of the reports made me upon the capture of El-Arish. The French army during its stay in Egypt has engraven on the minds of the inhabitants a recollection of its victories, a recollection of the rectitude and moderation of its government, and a high opinion of the strength and power of the nation of which it constitutes a part. The French name will be long held in respect, not only in this province of the Turkish Empire, but throughout all the east.
I expect to be in France with the Army, by the end of Prairial at farthest, (the middle of June.) Health and respect. (Signed) KLEBER.
Buonaparte requesting a Loan of Holland.
PARIS, APRIL 4.
Buonaparte, first consul of the French Republic to the members of the municipality of the city of Amsterdam.
"Europe wishes for peace, and for three months the efforts of the Republic to attain this object has been ineffectual. Too long have the evils consequent on war been endured. The year must not terminate without humanity being consoled, and commerce restored. I have taken every precaution to make this campaign decisive; but to secure its favorable issue, I shall in the first place have need of an extraordinary fund of Ten or Twelve Millions; and, as in a common cause, the efforts ought to be reciprocal, I address myself to you, Citizens: I send you Gen. Marmont, member of the Council of State, and I have charged him to present you with a plan, according to which the payment of the advances made by the commune and inhabitants of the city of Amsterdam to the French government, will be secured in the surest manner.
"Knowing the good dispositions which the citizens of Amsterdam and their Magistrates, have always manifested, I do not hesitate, in circumstances of such urgency, to have recourse to their zeal. The time is precious, and I think it is my duty to address to them, without meditation, some propositions which, so far from hurting their private interests, will secure to them a necessary and meritorious part in the advantages which may be obtained.
"General Marmont will give them for this purpose, securities which they know how to appreciate, and of which I guarantee the execution.
"Receive, Citizens, the assurance of my highest consideration.
"Given at Paris at the Palace of the Government, March 8.
(Signed) "BUONAPARTE."
APRIL 15.
Berthier has taken command of the army of reserve at Dijon. Murat and Victor are Lt. Generals. The army consists of 80,000—the first column has committed such excesses as to produce a proclamation from the Minister at War.
Gen. Menou, escaping from Egypt for France, has been taken by the British ship Theseus.
The English Government deny the authority which has negotiated with the French in Egypt—and instructed its Naval Officers in the Mediterranean accordingly.
LEGHORN, MARCH 5.
It is positively said, that Admiral Lord NELSON had succeeded in coming up with the remainder of the French squadron, and that he had taken two others of the larger French vessels.
BERLIN, MARCH 27.
The report that the Russians were about to march towards the Rhine, is without foundation. The army of Marshall Suwarrow is, it is true, to be made complete on the Frontiers of Galicia, and is to be carried to the amount of 100,000 men, but according to a great number of politicians, it is to march forward as soon as Austria shall penetrate into Italy, and arrogate to herself more than she had before the commencement of the war.
It has also been reported, but without foundation, that the Russian troops are to embark in the Ports of Livonia, in order to make incursions on the French and Batavian coasts.
FRANKFORT, MARCH 31.
They write from Peterburgh, that the Army of 30,000, which it is said was to embark at Riga, is destined to disembark at Starlund; that it is afterwards to march by Mecklenburgh, towards the Elbe; that it will pass by Lunenburgh, whence it is to repair to the Lower Rhine. Some letters add, that a second Russian army is at the same time to disembark, in concert with the English, in Holland. These accounts need confirmation; but it appears certain, that by the Treaty concluded between Paul I, and the English Government, the former is to furnish an army of 45,000 men, the greater part Infantry, who are to act in concert with an English Army of a proportionate strength, but principally Artillery and Cavalry. As a certain number of Russian vessels will be employed for the transportation of these troops, the English government is to freight them at their own expence. This treaty is to last as long as the war with France.
APRIL 3.
All the Journals of the North agree in stating, that the Russian army, commanded by Suwarrow, has been stopped in its march home, and that it will remain on the frontiers of Poland till its farther destination is fixed.—The same papers add, that all subject of misunderstanding between the Cabinets of Peterburgh and Vienna, have now disappeared, since the latter has yielded to the complaints of the former, respecting the proceedings at Ancona. Russia accordingly will furnish to Austria the 18,000 men stipulated by the treaty of alliance: they are to be commanded by the Prince of Rosenberg. This corps is independent of that consisting of 30,000 to be embarked at Riga.
BALTIMORE, May 23.
Capt. Storey, 42 days from Cadiz, brings dispatches for the Secretary of State. It was believed at Cadiz, that the French had repeated their request to invade Portugal, through Spain; and that the Spanish Government had promised to undertake the invasion with its own troops.
MAY 24.
Arrived Sch. Hornet, 16 days from Curacao. A brig had arrived from Guadaloupe with equipments for the French frigate (probably the Vengeance.) The U. S. sloop of war Delaware, and an English frigate were cruising near the port.
PHILADELPHIA, May 26.
A gentleman who has travelled much in N. Carolina, is of opinion, that the suffrages of the citizens of that State will be given to those who will vote for Mr. Adams as President, and Mr. Pinckney as Vice-President. It is said the Spanish Minister is to be removed from the United States to a European Court.
Extract of a letter, dated Port Republic, 22d April, 1800.
"You will have heard from the Cape of the revolution lately happen-
ed there, which has completely suspended the commissary Roume. We are perfectly quiet here, and nothing new since the taking of Jacquemel.—The Boston frigate, it is said, will soon return; she is already replaced on the station by the Trumbull sloop of war which takes this convoy.
"It will be well to caution our countrymen against coming into this Bite without convoy, or being well armed; for the danger is considerable, from the barges of Rigaud. The sloop of war will probably be at the Mole every fortnight, (the 10th and 25th of each month) but of this I should suppose notice has been given."
NEW-YORK, May 23.
The Liberal Federalist
A gentleman in this city being asked why he associated with Democrats, seeing that he was attached to the administration of the Federal Government, replied—I esteem the Democrats because they mean right—I esteem the Federalists because they are right. I chuse the society of the Democrats from a motive of public duty, because it is possible that I may make converts, whereas by associating with Federalists together the cause would not be promoted, and because I advert to that text of Scripture, which says there shall be more joy in Heaven over one repenting sinner, than ninety and nine just persons.
[Vir. Fed.]
May 30.
Capt. Barclay, who came passenger here yesterday in the ship Mars, whose vessel had previously been taken by the French and carried into Guadaloupe, informs that he left in Point Peter prison, Capt. R. P. Monson, of Pepperelborough, his mate and five of his people. Left there also, Capt. Thomas Broman, from the Eastward, his mate and two men; one of his men died in the prison ship, named William Grant, Daniel Tripe, and Benjamin Yetten, have been confined there 3 months, and several times threatened to be hanged. They are both real Americans born.—Capt. B. further says, that the prisoners are supplied very scantily with provisions, and that of the very worst kind.
Buonaparte continues the same conciliatory measures which have hitherto distinguished his conduct in the Consulate, and which have had the effect of reconciling parties and restoring public confidence. A considerable number of the ex-noblesse volunteer their services to act under him at the opening of the campaign; amongst these the younger son of the ci-devant Duchess of Santa-Croce makes a part of the general staff of the Italian legion at Dijon.
We notice an assertion in the Prussian Westphalian Gazettes, which is confidently made, that a negotiation has been entered upon between the French government and the Court of Berlin, the object of which is to give a much greater extension to the actual line of demarcation, and to comprehend in the neutrality several states in the German Empire. (Mer. Adv.)
BOSTON, June 5.
INTERESTING.
Extract of a letter from Newport, June 1, received in town last evening.
"A Captain of a brig from Nevis to London, but whose vessel proving leaky was steering for Newyork; arrived in this place yesterday, and informed that since the 20th ult. he had been taken three times in four days, in lat. 36, long. 67, by two brigs of 22 guns each, and a large sch. all from Guadaloupe; his brig with her cargo amounting to seventy thousand dollars was burnt; he was then put on board of a released vessel, and again taken and again put on board another released vessel, which was again taken and again released and arrived here yesterday. She belonging to our river. The privateers had taken many prizes and said the object of their cruise was to return to Indian and European ships."
Yesterday failed from this port, the ship Packet, Capt. Trott, for Liverpool, went passengers, Thomas Dickerson, Esq. Sir Grenville Temple and Lady, and one or two other gentlemen.
A gentleman from New-York, via Newport, says, he was informed by a gentleman who arrived in the Two Friends from London, that the salvage of the Minerva had been settled, that a Captain to command her had gone down from London to Plymouth, Capt. Barber having been taken out by the privateer; and that she might daily be expected.—Letters were received by the owners of the Minerva, from the mate, informing that Capt. Barber, Mr. Greenleaf, Mr. Sharp, and Mr. ——, were taken on board the privateer; the other passengers were retaken in the Minerva.
The Hon. John Marshall, Esq. of Virginia has accepted his appointment of Secretary of State.

FREDERICKSBURG, (Virginia) May 23. Extract of a letter from a gentleman in Petersburg to the Editor, dated May 20, 1800.
On Sunday last, an unlucky accident occurred in this town, between Mr. Thomas Field, editor of the Republican, and Mr. Thomas Crofts. The latter gentleman was killed. The circumstances as far as I can learn them, are as follows: Some days before this, Mr. Field and Mr. Crofts had a trifling difference. On this the latter provided himself with a pair of pistols, and a loaded horsewhip. He declared that on sight he would give Mr. Field a drubbing, at the muzzle of a pistol. Mr. Field was informed of this; and, as a necessary conse- quence, he provided himself with a pair of pistols. On Sunday morning he was met in the Market-house by Mr. Crofts, and, after a few words, the latter struck Mr. Field, and continued his blows for several minutes. Mr. Field repeatedly called out to the bye- standers to take him away; but as no per- son either interfered, or showed a disposi- tion for interfering, he drew out one of his pistols from his pocket and shot Mr. Crofts. The ball entered just below the left breast, and Crofts expired in about fifteen minutes. Mr. Field immediately surrendered himself to the magistrates; and an examination took place, when he was committed for fur- ther trial, on Friday next.
VERGENNES, May 15.
Last week came on the trial of An- thony Haswell, printer of the Ver- mont Gazette in Bennington, before the Circuit Court held at Windsor in this State, on an Indictment found against him, at common law, for pub- lishing a libel against Government.— Mr. Haswell requested permission to give the truth of the matter in evi- dence; though this was not consistent with the law on which the Indictment was founded, the Court humanely in- dulged him, as Congress has lately thought proper to give the privilege by the Sedition Act. After a long and candid investigation, he was found GUILTY, and sentenced to pay a fine of 200 dollars with costs, and to suffer two months imprisonment. In consequence of the peculiar situation of Mr. Haswell's family, we understand he will be confined in Bennington.
BALTIMORE, May 28.
A private letter from Paris mentions, that on the advice of our envoys being on their way thither, the owners of privateers became intimidated by the prospect of a reversal of the sentences of condemnation of American vessels, as to be induced to agree to compromises. The writer had expectations of obtaining compromises in some cases in which he was interested, and recommends the measure to others, as he entertained the opinion that those who had legal recourse to the privateerman would generally find that the property would be either dissipated or concealed.
PHILADELPHIA, June 2.
It is not yet known whether Mr. Dexter has accepted the office of Secretary of War. We are informed that Mr. Stoddart, Secre- tary of the Navy, will officiate in the War Department, until the appointment is ac- cepted.
NEW-YORK, June 3.
Extract of a letter from the Havana, dated May 21.
“We cannot advise you to make any shipments in flour to this port, as this article is at present quite over done. A few days ago we had a ship in here from New Orleans with 2600 barrels on board, and large quantities are daily expected from that quarter, where the price is, as we are credibly informed, from 5 1/2 to 6 dollars per barrel.
CHATHAM, (Con.) MAY 21.
“Yesterday while graving the sloop Sally, there was found in her bottom, the horn or bone of a Sword Fish which went through her bottom plank and ceiling plank, as much as five or six inches. The bone when extracted, was 22 inches long, and 2 1/2 inches diam- eter. It is expected this bone was struck into the vessel during her last voyage, and if it had not broke off by the flouncing of the fish, the vessel must have filled with water, and probably been lost.
BOSTON, JUNE 7.
The wise decision of the Legislature yes- terday, will diffuse pleasure and satisfac- tion through every federal part of the United States; as the inevitable consequence of the patriotic measure will be, to continue JOHN ADAMS in the Chair of Presiden- cy of the United States; and defeat the in- idious designs of those whose tongues are loud in his praises: but whose hearts, one and indivisible, are devoted to him who re- gards it as a matter of indifference, whether a Man believes in “Twenty Gods;” or de- nies the existence of any God.
Every one who has read the Speech, and witnessed the conduct of M c KEAN, on be- ing elected Governor of Pennsylvania, and that of our excellent First Magistrate; will readily pronounce the contrast which exists between a high-flying self-denominated “Re- publican;” and a true “Republican Fed- eralist;” and may form a fair and just esti- mate of the principles and practice of the two parties from this criterion.—The one darts upon us like a flaming tyrant to blast with unrelenting vengeance all his political adversaries;—to scatter fire-brands and de- struction among those who did not vote for him, or to doom to beggary and ruin those who have grown grey in the service of their country.—And in this he only gives a spec- imen of what all the inferior tyrants would do had they the power; and what they will do when they have it.—On the other hand, we see the Federal Chief Magistrate of Mas- sachusetts allured by the unought suffrages of his fellow-citizens to quit a chosen for
an elevated station, in the hope of promot- ing their happiness and welfare. We find him firm, pacific and conciliatory—casting no reflections on his political opponents; but happy in the measure of harmony which prevails throughout the State.
JUNE 9.
We are happy in being able to an- nounce the safe arrival of the Essex frigate, Capt. Preble, at the Cape of Good Hope; this agreeable intelli- gence was brought by a vessel arrived at Salem on Saturday last, from Calcut- ta, the Captain of which relates, that he touched at St. Helena, where he saw Capt. Linsey, of the British ship Rosseau, who informed him that 15 days previous, he was on board the Essex at the Cape, and that the ship was in the best order, and the officers and crew in perfect health.
Extract of a letter from Capt. TALBOT, of the United States frigate Constitution, to the Secretary of the Navy, dated 14th May, 1800.
“I have now to acquaint you, fir, that I have for some time since, been meditating an enterprize against a French armed ship lying at Port Plate, protected by her own guns, and a fort of three heavy cannon. It was my first intention to have gone in with the Constitution, and to have silenced the fort and ship, which had all her guns on one side to co-operate with the fort in defending against any hostile force. But after the best infor- mation I could gain, I found it to be somewhat dangerous to approach the entrance of the harbour with a ship of the draught of water of the Constitution. Having detained the sloop Sal- ly, which had left Port Plate but a few days before, and which was to have returned there again previous to her sailing to the U. States, I conceived this sloop would be a suitable ves- sel for a disguise; I therefore manned her at sea, from the Constitution, with about ninety brave seamen and ma- rines; the latter were to be com- manded by Capt. Carmick and Lieut. Amory, when on shore; but the en- tire command of this detachment I gave to Mr. Hull, my first lieutenant, who entered the harbour of the Port Plate yesterday in open day, and ap- proached the fort and ship with his men in the hold of the sloop, ex- cept five or six to work her in.— They ran along side of the ship, and boarded her sword in hand, with- out the loss of a man killed or wound- ed. At the moment the ship was boarded and agreeable to my plan, Captain Carmick and Lieutenant Amory landed with the marines, up to their necks in water, and spiked up the cannon in the fort, before the commanding officer in the castle had time to recollect or prepare himself for defence. Perhaps no enterprize of the same moment was ever better executed, and I feel myself under great obligations to Lieutenant Hull, Captain Carmick, and Lieutenant Amory, for their avidity in undertak- ing to execute this enterprize, and for the handsome manner in which they performed this bold and daring undertaking.
The prize ship mounts four sixes and two nines; she was formerly the British Packet Sandwich, and from the boasting publications at the Cape, and from the declarations of the of- ficers, it appears that she is the fastest sailer that swims! and that she runs three or four years, if I forget not, as a privateer out of France, and with greater success than any other that ever failed out of their ports. She is a beautiful copper-bottomed ship; her cargo consists principally of fu- gar and coffee.”
Mr. Pickering on hearing that Gen. Marshall had accepted his late birth, expressed the highest satisfaction, and politely declared, he did not think that the Department had ever been so well filled.
It is also much to the credit both of Mr. Adams and Mr. Pickering, that they both still speak in the handsomest terms of each other: by which those secret enemies who endeavoured to widen the breach have completely missed their aim.
The Cargoes of Thirteen vessels, which failed on the 28th May last, under convoy of the U. S. ship War- ren, Capt. Newman, are estimated to be worth 200,000 dollars.
The office of the Secretary of State was removed from Philadelphia for Washington on Friday last.
Captains Ingerfol and M c Clellan's companies of the 1st. regiment of Ar- tillerists and Engineers, have march- ed for New-Jersey, to take charge of the public stores on the disbandment of the Provisional Army.
A letter from Bombay mentions, that in December last, the Clarissa privateer, Capt. Sarcorf, had captur- ed four American vessels in the Streights of Sunday.
The Merrimack has recaptured the brig Ann, from New-Haven, to Mar- tinique.
June 4, arrived f m Beaver, Capt. Johnston, 44 days from Liverpool. May 8, at 10 o'clock p.m. lat. 47, 30, long. 33, 30, Capt. J. fell in with Capt. Chew, in the ship Alliance, of New-York, from London, 12 days from Spithead; the ship about 15 minutes before Capt. J. came up with her, had struck something, whether an old wreck or what could not tell; but was then sinking. The people had but just time to get on board of the Schooner before the ship sunk. The people on board the ship consisted of the Captain, Mr. and Mrs. Delany, passengers, and 20 hands belonging to the ship.
PORTSMOUTH, JUNE 10.
From CONCORD.
Late last evening we received a line from a kind correspondent, giving us the following information, which no doubt is accurate:
On the 7th inst. at 12 o'clock, M. His Excellency Governor GILMAN took the oath of office, and delivered his Speech to both branches of the Legislature, but could not procure a copy in season for your press;—the Senate are all Federal except one—the Council are all Federal.—Trial was made for removing the Treasurer and Secretary's office, on calling the yeas and nays, there appeared for remov- ing, 49, against it 96. Oliver Peabody, Esq. had all the votes for Treasurer except one. Joseph Pearson, Esq. all for Secretary except ten. John Pren- tice, Esq. is chosen Speaker of the House, and Hon. Amos Shepard, Esq. President of the Senate: And here follows a statement of
VOTES FOR GOVERNOR.
John T. Gilman, Esq. 10362 Timothy Walker, Esq. 6039 Scattering, 361
For Counsellor in Rockingham. Joseph Blanchard, Esq. 1969 Levi Bartlett, Esq. 1548 Scattering, 526
In Strafford. Moses Wingate, Esq. 2010—chosen. Scattering, 351
In Hillsborough. Robert Wallace, Esq. 1964—chosen. Scattering, 220
In Cheshire. Samuel Stevens, Esq. 1249—chosen. Scattering, 600
In Grafton. Russell Freeman, Esq. 716 David Hough, Esq. 425 Scattering, 419
Votes in the Legislature to fill up va- cancies in Council. In Rocking- ham, candidates J. Blanchard and L. Bartlett. Joseph Blanchard, Esq. 126—chosen. Levi Bartlett, Esq. 24
In Grafton. R. Freeman, Esq. 145—chosen. D. Hough, Esq. 2
The Council are now the same as last year, except Mr. Blanchard in place of Mr. Sheafe.
The vacancies in the Senate have been filled up with Amos Shepard and Daniel Newcomb, in Cheshire— and Mr. Orr (the same as last year) for Hillsborough, and Mr. Mooney for Grafton county.
LITERATURE.
Mr. JOHN RUSSELL, of Boston, has is- sued Proposals for publishing “Adams's Defence of the American Constitutions.” Subscriptions for this work will be re- ceived at this office.
TO FARMERS.
Pieces of rags dipped in a mixture of train oil and bruised gunpowder, and hung up on hedges or poles, will effectually protect newly sown corn, from the depredations of crows, rooks, &c.
From Philadelphia, May 30.—Porcu- pine, who was so warmly patronized in this city, and who lately took refuge in New-York, failed for England on Tuesday last.—John Ward Fenno suc- ceeds Porcupine in the book-selling bus- iness at New-York.
Extract of a letter from Washington, (Penn.) dated May 12.
“By an officer of the United States army, who passed through this town on the 7th inst. from Knoxville, we are informed, that a war is likely to take place between the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians. The cause of the dispute is said to be—that a Chickasaw chief erected a ferry on the Tennessee river, at the crossing place from Or- leans to Kentucky. A chief of the Choctaws (Double-head) sent him word that he would erect one on the opposite side of the river. The Chick- asaw replied that he would take his scalp if he attempted it. The two tribes have taken up the quarrel, and, as our informant lays, are preparing for war.”
The action between the Coffellation and the Vengeance is spoken of in the English papers in terms of honorable panegyric.
On Thursday the 29th ult. Capt. Sever gave an entertainment and ball, on board the Congress frigate, at Norfolk.
From New-York, May 7.
A DUEL took place yesterday, be- tween lieutenant Laybourne and lieu- tenant Evans, of the 2d regiment of Artillerists and Engineers, in conse- quence of a difference which had ex- isted some time. They discharged a brace of pistols each. Lt. Laybourne's last shot took place; entered lieut. Evans's right side, and passing through, broke the skin on the left. All dif- ference was honorably done away; and we are to inform lieut. Evans's friends, that the wound, tho' severe, is not mortal.
ROYAL ANTIDOTE.
GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS, king of Swe- den, understanding two officers of his army were about to fight a duel, fixed a time for the combatants to meet, and directed that it should be fought in his presence. They appeared on the ground at the appointed time, and their sovereign also, according to his promise; but to their astonishment they observed a gallows erected on the spot where they were to fight: Com- mence your battle as soon as you please, says the king; but, added he pointing at the gallows, I am resolved the con- queror shall be banged by the neck, and his adversary by the heels. Each one, greatly dismayed at this, retired in silence, and shortly afterwards commenced a very intimate friendship, which continued for life.
From New-York, June 3.
Ship Industry, Bodwell, ship Commerce of Portland; brig Delight, Grazier; brig Mary, Hubbard; sch. Sally, Smith; and sch. Besey, Hastie; are all taken by the French.
Arrived at Boston, brig Ranger, Wooley, from Rotterdam, 36 days.—Left there ship John, Boardman, of Port- smouth.
MARRIED]—In Trinity Church, Boston, by the Rev. Dr. Parker, Christo- pher Seton, Esq. of the island of Tobago, to the amiable Miss P. Wentworth But- ler, of Hingham, a young lady, possessed of every qualification that can render the marriage state happy.
In this town, Mr. John Nelson, to Miss Mary Pitman.
On Tuesday last the remains of Madam JANE BOYD, relict of George Boyd, Esq. were committed to their kindred earth.— This lady was eminently qualified by nature to adorn all the varied states of a beloved wife, an amiable widow, an affectionate mother, and a sincere friend. But the pec- uliar trait which reflected the most dis- tinguished lustre upon her character, was the continued exercise of Charity towards ob- jects of real or imaginary distress. The plain- tiff of misfortune, always broke upon her ear in the most powerful accents; the voice of misery descended to her feeling heart, and the hand of relief was cheerfully stretched forth to administer those consolations which an ample fortune enabled her to bestow.
DIED]—At Newbury-Port, on the 1st inst. Mr. GEORGE J. OSBORNE, jr. printer, in the 39th year of his age, late Editor of the Republican Ledger, publish- ed in this town; his remains were in- terred on Tuesday last, with Masonic Honors.
On Sunday last departed this life at Do- ver, in the full belief of a happy exchange, Capt. SAMUEL GERRISH, in the 424th year of his age; and on Monday following his remains were committed, with Masonic honors to their kindred earth, attended by a large train of mourning relatives and friends, preceded by the fraternity of free and accepted masons, and the fire society of the town of Dover, both of which he was a worthy brother and member.
In this town, Mr. Levi Ayers, aged 45.
THE ANNIVERSARY OF St. John the Baptist.
THE Members of the Grand Lodge of New-Hampshire and all other brethren of the Craft, are informed that the anniversary of St. John the Baptist will be celebrated at Piscataqua Bridge, on Tuesday the 24th inst.—A general attendance is requested.
Dinner on the table at two o'clock.
Tickets may be had at Br. Melcher's printing office.
By Order, EDWARD J. LONG, G. Sec'y. Portsmouth, June 9, 1800.
The Brethren are informed that boats will be prepared at Spring Hill, for the accommodation of those who wish to go by water.
ALL persons indebted to, or that have any demands against the estate of Ensign Jeremiah Blake, late of Hampton-Falls, yeoman, deceased, are requested to exhibit the same for settlement to Jeremiah Blake, execu- tor of the last will and testament of the deceased.
Hampton-Falls, June 6.
THEATRE, Portsmouth.
THE ladies and gentlemen of Portsmouth and its vicinity are respectfully informed, that the com- pany intend performing only a few nights more, which will be appropri- ated to benefits, and that the first is fixed for
Mr. Powell,
Who hopes for the honor of their patro- nage and support.
On Wednesday Evening, June 11, Will be performed that celebrated TRA- GEDY (written by Shakespeare) called
Romeo & Juliet;
Romeo, Mr. Harper. Friar Laurence, Mr. Dickinson. Capulet, Mr. Baker. Peter and Starved Apothecary, Mr. Villiers. Tibalt, Mr. Kenny. Paris, Mr. Usher. Benvolio, Mr. Kedey. and Mercutio, Mr. Powell. Nurse, Mrs. Baker. Lady Capulet, Mrs. Dickinson. and Juliet, Mrs. Powell.
END OF ACT 4th.
The Funeral Procession of JULIET to the Monument of the CAPULETS, and a SOLEMN DIRGE.
End of the Tragedy an EULOGIUM on FREE-MASONRY, in character of a ROYAL ARCH MASON, by Brother Pow- ell, (properly clothed.)
To which will be added, a PANTOMIME,
called
PLYMOUTH ROCK; or,
Harlequin released from Bondage.
Harlequin, Mr. Dickinson. Clown, Mr. Baker. And Columbine, Mrs. Harper.
[Other Characters in the bills.]
Superfine & Common FLOUR.
Ship BREAD.
Bar IRON. Iron Cambooses.
Sugar; Coffee; Bohea TEA;
Wine; Cognac BRANDY.
Cordage and Canvass.
FOR SALE AT
Jacob Sheafe's store.
QUESTIONS to Merchants,
Store-keepers, and Tradesmen in gene- ral, &c.
1st, PRAY Gentlemen, is a perfect Stand- ard of Discount or Interest, calcu- lated on every Dollar (without exception) from 1 to 2,000, from one day to sixty-four days inclusive, at six per cent. with notes for 5, 7 & 8 per cent. of any value, whether used as a Standard, or as a check upon the enquirers' own calculations?
2d, Is it of any importance to know the best methods of computing the exchanges, between this country and the principal mar- time trading place in Russia, Sweden, Den- mark, Norway, Prussia, Poland, Germany, Holland, Flanders, Spain, Portugal, Italy, in several of the Windward and Leeward West India Islands, and many ports in the East Indies?
3d, Is a Table of all the Coins and Monies of account, in the places aforesaid, of any use?
4th, Are the Coins and Monies of Ac- count in the aforesaid places, when reduced to dollars and cents, of any service?
5th, Is a Table of Compound Interest of any utility?
6th, Is the Table, by which the Banks determine their value of gold, desirable?
7th, Is the amount of Interest, accurately calculated for each month from one to twelve months, and on every dollar (without exception) from 1 to 2,000, of any value?
8th, Is a Table of all the post-towns in the United States, and rates of postage therewith, of any use?
9th, Will not all these together make a book, as generally useful and convenient as ever entered a counting-house or store?
10th, Will not the whole, when com- prized in a quarto volume of from 200 to 225 pages, be worth Two Dollars?
And lastly, Is the person, who at the ex- pence 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?
If the answer is in the affirmative, you are individually and respectfully invited to subscribe in one of the Specimen Books, exhibited at J. Melcher's Printing-Office and Book-store, Portsmouth, N. H.
It is proper to state, that the work will not be executed, unless fifteen hundred sub- scribers are obtained; for Four Thousand Dollars is too much to hazard.
Nothing is to be paid in advance, neither will it be expected of subscribers to take the work when published, if it is not delivered rigorously conformable to my agreements with the public, expressed in the conditions affixed to the Specimen Book, each of which consists of six detached pages of the work.
I am, with great respect, Gentlemen, Your humble servant,
JOHN ROWLETT,
Accomptant, Bank of North America. Postscript.—The work is dedicated, by permission, to the President and Directors of the Bank of North America, and has al- ready 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 Representa- tives of the United States; and of the Presi- dents 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 acknow- ledging all favours.

COMMEMORATIVE ODE. IN HONOR OF WASHINGTON; PERFORMED ON THE Anniversary Choice of Officers of the ANCIENT and HONORABLE COMPANY of ARTILLERY, AT BOSTON, JUNE 2, 1800.
OF CÆSAR'S ALEXANDER'S fame, In gorgeous style historians write; But WASHINGTON's illustrious name, Reflects a clearer, steadier light: Whose orb resplendent, while it blaz'd, Caught splendor from the clouds it rais'd.
Great, noble, gen'rous, good and brave; In war—in peace—he shone the same; His deeds shall live through every age, And those unborn his praise proclaim. Time shall his glorious acts enroll, While Godlike actions charm the soul. He cheer'd Columbia's darkest hour— He made her infant name rever'd: Confirm'd her laws, and fix'd her power, By Foes admir'd, by Faction fear'd. Then thus shall sigh each patriot son, Peace to the SHADE of WASH- INGTON.
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 3, 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.
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.
State of New-Hampshire.
NOTICE is hereby given to the proprietors and owners of lands in the town of Chatham, who have not paid their proprietary tax assessed on their lands in said town, agreeable to a vote of the proprietors at their legal meeting held at the house of the subscriber, on the 24th of October 1798, and also to those who have not paid their proprietary tax assessed on their lands in said town, agreeable to a vote of the proprietors at their legal meeting held at the house of Nathaniel Walker, in said Chatham, on the 13th day of November 1799, that unless they pay the same to me the subscriber on or before Wednesday the 9th day of July next, so much of their land will then be sold at public vendue as will pay said taxes with incidental charges, at 10 o'clock A. M. on said day, at the dwelling house of Nath'l Walker in said Chatham.
   Names of the original Proprietors. D. C. D. C. D. C.     Capt. Nath'l Adams, November 13, 1799. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Theo. Atkinson, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   John Bennett, 1 30 1 0 0 70   John Bryant, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Jeremiah Bryant, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Walter Bryant, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Johna Brackett, 3 0 2 50 1 50   John Bennett, Jun. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Ede Hall Burgeo, 1 30 1 0 0 70   John Burleigh, 3 0 2 50 1 50   John Burleigh, jr. 3 0 2 50 1 50   James Cram, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Samuel Cutts, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   John Clark, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Broadstreet Doe, 3 0 2 50 1 50   John Dole, 3 0 2 50 1 50   John Doe, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Nicholas Doe, 3 0 2 50 1 50   John M'Duffee, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Noah Emery, Esq. 3 0 2 50 1 50   Nathaniel Frost, 1 30 1 0 0 70   David Folsom, jr. 3 0 2 50 1 50   Jeremiah Folsom, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Jeremiah Folsom, jr. 3 0 2 50 1 50   Philip Fowler, jr. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Zachariah Foss, 3 0 2 50 1 50   James Goodwin, 1 30 1 0 0 70   John Folsom of Greenland, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Samuel Gilman, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Winthrop Hilton, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Ichabod Hilton, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Josiah Hilton, 3 0 2 50 1 50   John Johnson, 1 30 1 0 0 70   David Hicks, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Peter Leavis, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   George Leavis, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Sam'l Livermore, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Jonathan Leavitt, 3 0 2 50 1 50   George Melseve, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Jonathan Leavitt, jr. 3 0 2 50 1 50   Col. Clement March, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Josiah Mason, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Thomas Merrill, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Hubartus Neal, 3 0 2 50 1 50   William Parker, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Edward Smith, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Richard Sharwell, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Timothy Walker, jr. 3 0 2 50 1 50   Stephen Wille, 1 30 1 0 0 70   William Weeks, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Thomas Young, jr. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Ben'g Wentworth, two shares, 14 18 1 0 0 70   Bartholomew Smart, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Jonathan Trickey, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Thomas Tash, Esq. 3 0 2 50 1 50   Lt. Joseph Senter, 1 30 1 0 0 70   John Tash, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Silas Urine, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Capt. Tim'y Walker, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Ichabod Whidden, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Jonat'n Warner, Esq. 3 0 2 50 1 50   Thomas Young, Esq. 1 30 1 0 0 70   Lt. Joseph Young, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Walter Bryant, jr. 1 30 1 0 0 70  
   Names of the original Proprietors. D. C. D. C. D. C.     Jonathan Warner, Esq's grant, voted him by the proprietors being 2000 ac's 1 18 45 50 0 0   John Coffellows grant, 100 acres, 2 34 1 18 0 0   Lands granted to Isaac Waldron, J. Heath, and Joshua Foss, Esquires, 1 0 2 29 2d tax, 0 0   Lands granted to Moses Canney, Esq. 1 18 0 66 0 0   Daniel Peirce, 1 30 1 0 0 70   John Sullivan, 1 30 1 0 0 70   Settlers Lots,   Nathan Ames, no. ran. 3 18 1 18 0 0   Nath'l Walker, no. ra. 3 1 30 2d, 0 0   Amos Hewman, no. ra. 3 1 30 0 0 0   House, 3 0 0 0 0 0   William Haywood, 3 0 0 0 0 0   William Abbot, 3 0 0 0 0 0   Col. Wm. Hilton, 3 0 2 50 1 50   Lands granted to Jonathan Warner, Esq. at a meeting in Oct. 1798, 150 acres also in November 1799. 3 50 1 18 tax   John Ames settler's lot, 3 0 0 0 0 0   JOSHUA HEATH, Prop's Collector. Conway, May 9, 1800.  
State of New-Hampshire, Rockingham, ss.
To Bradbury Cilley, Esquire, one of the Justices assigned to keep the peace in and for the county of Rockingham.
WE the subscribers owners of more than one sixteenth part of the township of Nottingham, in said county of Rockingham, request you for to call a meeting of the owners and proprietors of said township, to be held at the meeting house on the center-square in said town, on Monday the thirtieth day of June next, at one of the clock in the afternoon.
 1st. To choose a moderator to govern said meeting.  2d. To choose a proprietors clerk in the room and stead of Joseph Cilley, Esq. late clerk to said proprietors, deceased. 
   James Pillsbury, Jonathan Clark,   Joseph Cate, Dudley Leavitt,   Increase Batchelder, Solomon Buzel,   John Batchelder, Simon Batchelder,   Levi Mead, Reuben Morrill,   Joseph Preiss, Nahum Batchelder,   Benjamin Hott, James Weir,   Ebenezer Benet, John Furber,   Stephen Hott, Alexander Johnson,   Samuel Brown, Thomas Bartlett,   Caleb Clough, William Norris,   William Buzzell, Samuel Gil,   Reuben Brown, Rice Rowell,   Samuel Bartlett, Benjamin Butler,   Solomon Bickford, Bradbury Cilley,   John Bickford, Jacob Gilley,   Joshua Hott, Daniel Cate,   Samuel Johnson, Greenleaf Cilley,   Moses Johnson, Reuben Whitcher,   Paul Gerrish, Thomas R. Rogers,   Joseph Mills, H. G. Cilley,   Frances Harvey, Nath'l Williams,   David Robinson, Matthew Nealey,   Thomas Odel, William Butler,   John M'Crilles, William Simpson,   Benjamin Cilley, John Ford, jr.   Joseph Leathers, Robert Harvey.  
State of New-Hampshire, Rockingham, ss.
In compliance with the foregoing request, I hereby notify and warn the proprietors and owners of land in the township of Nottingham, to meet at the time and place above requested, and for the purposes aforesaid.
Given under my hand and seal at Nottingham, the 26th day of May, 1800. BRADBURY CILLEY, Justice Peace.
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 rights 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.
TO BE SOLD BY
Geo. Manent, At his Shop, opposite Doctor Cutter's in Congress-Street, A QUANTITY OF EXCELLENT Ship- ping BUTTER, and 400 wt. of fine BACON, in prime order, for Cash or West-India Goods. ALSO. French and American Hair Powder; Italian Stick Pomatum. A General assortment of CONFECTIONARY, Sugar Plumbs; Sugar Almonds; Lozengers; Carraway Seed; Shell Work with devices, &c. Portsmouth, May 19.
LONG & HAMILTON
HAVE FOR SALE, At their Store in Fore-Street, 10 chests fresh Bohea TEA. 10 chests best Hysong 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.
NOTICE is hereby
given, that I have claimed and obtained an appeal to the Superior Court of Judicature, to be holden at Exeter, in and for said county, on the third Tuesday of September next, from a decree of the Judge of Probate for said county, made on the twenty-seventh day of March last, denying me liberty to put in suit the bond of GEORGE JAFFREY, of Portsmouth, in said county, Esquire, of his administration of the estate of GEORGE JAFFREY, late of said Portsmouth, Esquire, deceased, intestate—and from another decree of the said Judge made the same twenty-seventh day of March, denying to grant me administration of the estate of SARAH JAFFREY, late of said Portsmouth, widow, deceased, intestate; and the said appeals will be entered for trial at the said Superior Court.
Jonathan Warner. May 19, 1800.
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, intituled, "An act in addition to an act, intituled, 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 Scitico, 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 reserved 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. Range. Township. Range. Township. Range. Township.     1 1 6 2 10 1 2 2   1 3 6 4 10 3 2 4   1 5 6 6 10 5 2 6   1 7 6 8 10 7 2 8   1 9 6 10 10 9 2 10   2 1 7 1 11 1 3 1   2 3 7 3 11 3 3 3   2 5 7 5 11 5 3 5   2 7 7 7 11 7 3 7   2 9 7 9 11 9 3 9   3 1 8 2 12 2 4 2   3 3 8 4 12 4 4 4   3 5 8 6 12 6 4 6   3 7 8 8 12 8 4 8   3 9 8 10 12 10 4 10   4 1 9 1 13 1 5 1   4 3 9 3 13 3 5 3