Star.
London, England, 1829-07-06 00:00:00

TERCEIRA.

FROM A CORRESPONDINT.

The Count having sailed from Havre on the sth cf
June, arrived off Terceira on the 18th. He was aware
on quitting the French Fort, that the island was block.
aded. The juridical assassinations of Oporto were also
known to him, so that he could not be ignorant of the
fate which awaited him, if he fell into the enemy's
hands. In spite of all the dangers which menaced him,
the Count did not for a moment hesitate as to the line
of duty which honour and duty prescribed.
Previous to approaching the Island too nearly, a
boat was sent to reconnoitre the blockading squadron.
Returning the next day, the Officer reported that it
consisted of a line of battle ship, two frigates, and some
smaller vessels. The danger was imminent, but
there was no time to be lost, either to face it, or
retire without effecting the object in view. The
Count adopted the former resolution. Having loaded
his pistols, about twenty Officers who had accompa-
nied him followed the example, and the whole has.
tened with the long boat, determined to sell their
lives dearly. At this moment, the Count thus addressed
his companions: "My friends and fellow soldiers--
The Queen has sent us to Terceira, where I am charged
to defend her rights. Let us execute her orders or
perish in the attempt. Remember, therefore, that we
must not betray the trust reposed in us, but perish with
arms in our hands :ether than surrender, to be added
to the victims already sacrificed." This short address,
delivered with great animation, calls to mind the he-
roic JOHN DE CASTRO and VINCINTE PACHECO.—
On their way to Villa de Praya, the capital of
the Island, the Patriots had to pass directly through the
enemy's squadron, which made every effort to intercept
them. Displaying, however, on this occasion, an equal
dexterity and courage, the little band arrived in safety,
to the surprise of the inhabitants and garris 'n, who had
flocked towards the beach, and received them with the
loudest acclamations. Cries of " Long live Queen
DONNA MARIA! honour Count VILLA FLOR !" re-
sounded on every side, while the news of his arrival
soon spread to every angle of the Island.
Proceeding to the place where the Junta of Government
had assembled to meet him, the Count presented the corn-
mission with which he had been entrusted, upon whidi
this body immediately dissolved itself, and hailed the
Count's arrival with every demonstration of satisfaction.
The troops were equally overjoyed, and testified their
feelings by repeated acclamations. The Count next
issued a Proclamation to the garrison, stating the object
of his arrival, and calling on them to second him in
supporting the rights of Donna MARIA. He at the
same time presented a pair of colours to the sth bat-
talion of light infantry, which were sent by the young
QUEEN, who had herself assisted in embroidering them..
It would be difficult to describe the enthusiasm excited
by the Royal present. After the General's address
had terminated, the whole of the troops declared they
would rally round the newly presented standard, and
defend it—and the island—to the very last extremity
against the Usurper.
The garrison of Terceira is in the best condition,
being well armed, abundantly supplied with provisions,
and in a high state of discipline. All the points of the
island are strongly fortified, so that no apprehension
whatever is entertained as to the effect of any force
that may be rent to attack it. This island has thus
become a rallying point for the patriots, and like
the mountains of Extremadura of old, may be
regarded as the citadel of Portuguese liberty. Toe
conduct of Count VILLA FLOR furnishes an example
which ought not to he lost on others. When an Officer,
and faithful subject of high rank, evinces such devotion
to the cause of his country, fortune seldom abandons
him: whereas the weak and timid are almost sure to
become the victims of their own indecision.

The Seringapatam, 46, Hon. CaptainWatulanays,
sailed on Tuesday for the South American station, to relieve the
Forte frigate. General Mucza, who was lately in the Peruvian
service, has taken a passage in her. She will call at Brest to take
on board Mr. Pennell (and family), appointed Consul General for
this country at the Brazils.
Lord GEORGE BEREBFORD has commenced his can•
vas for the county of Waterford.
Mr. T. SADLER, Esq. passed through Sheffield on
Wednesday, on his way to Leeds.
The Earl of DALGOI/61E, Commander•in-Chief in the
East Indies, is arrived at Portsmouth, to take his passage in the
Pallas, 42, Captain FITZCLARINCL The Bishop of Calcutta, Dr.
Tuauxa, is also arrived for the same purpose.
The Dutch and Hamburg!' steamers have not as yet
arrived, but are hourly expected, when, no doubt, they will bring
same further information from the scat of war, which is anxiously
sought after.
Private letters received this day by the Leeward
Island Mail from La Guira, of the 24th May, do not bring any
political news, but state that the rains have set in. Business had
been very dun, and the place very sickly.
In consequence of a premature canvass in Monaghan,
Lord Rosser°az has addressed the county in favour of his son.
Mr. RALPH HOWARD, a friend and relative of Col.
Paws', has started as a Candidate for the County of Wicklow.
The Meeting of Mr. VEEET FITZGERALD') friends,
convened for Monday last at Ennis, is adjourned to the 11th Inst.
The remains of the late Sir NICHOLAS Cotanustsr,
M. P. for the City of Cork, were landed thereon Monday from the
Severn, Bristol steam packet, and conveyed in a bearm sod six
horses to the family vault at Inniscarra, attended by a vast 'seem.
blage of his friends and tenantry.
The Net, Orkans Courier, of the 12th May. says,
that a French brig of war, the Bands, had arrived in that port
(ram Vera Crus, having an board Mr. Moans, Cannot General
of France in Unice, ping to New York.

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