The enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1804-1815, 1812-09-04

Not more than $50 men We're called cut
at any time FOR that purposc.--Thc consc-
quences were that we have had three Skin.
mishes with the enemy-In tho last we lost
8 men killed or taken prisoners by the Indi-
ans. TO prejudiced mind, even these
things might be construed to mean that cur
army is to be sacrificed by the Indians and
the British by piece-mesl. The fact is, con-
trary policy would have a contrary effect
and stubborn imbecility are
poor excuses for indiscrction. There arc
men in the army who would lead it to NAL
den with the same spirit that animated
why then are the officers so
difhdent in electing from among themselves
a commander whose enterprising spirit
would ensure victor, and honor to their
arms ?'
Erfraef ofe letter from an officer Of high
rank an fheOhio army, TO the Editor.
"Fo speak of our beloved Col. M'Arthur
Cannot DO him jussiceE-he claims more
from his country for his mcritorious eXer-
tons in organizing the corps under his COM
Extract Qfa letter from a gentleman ofthe
first standing. to The Editor, dated Sand
1cich Uhher. Canada, Jltiy 81, 1912.
-" The Campaign moves on heavily, and
unless more active measures are pursued
Soon, the summer will pass by WITHOUT ac-
comprising the object of ouv wishes, that
is to be in Maiden. The militia desert
daily from Maiden. There are but few in
that fort. and not many Indians. Our
Troops are becoming very sickIy, several
hundreds are sick-the dysentery is very
prevalent. a G-l is wanted much 70 COM
mand us"
Ertrdct ofc letter from, Ri chard Doug,aa
Esq. Quarter Master 10 Col. M'.4rtkur's
IN ho
Juky 1Sth 1912.
have ruminated with some degree of
feeling in my own mind up n the impositions
that have been practised upon the soldiers
OF this army Yes upon men wiovolunteered
their services and left their homes and all
that is dear to them upon earth for the
good OF their common county: there has
been system of speculation or rather OK
tortion practised TO get, arrest, or fitch, if
L may possibly use the term, from them
their scanty pittanCe of pay. A Soldiers
dollar has not been worth more than sixty
cents to him At the very places which
we came to protect from savage incursons,
it is certain that many articles of necessity
rose 100 per cent on the approach of the
Army At the little town near the rapids
of the Miami. cider which before was sell
ling at ID 1-2 cents per quart rose to IS on
the arrival of the army, and we are charg-
ed IS cents for loaf of Bread of an inferi-
or quality and less size than is sold in the
cities OF New-Yor,S and Philadelphia for IL
IL. From this place on, at houses along
the road Is cents per qnart was charged
tor milk, and every thing else in proportion
and at the river Rein the same price was
asked and taken for buttermilS.-" Shame
where is thy blush % Every thing ut this
place is dear enough, God knows. but per-
haps there may be reasons assigned for it.
This system has been more extensive than
have touched upon-it is subject that de-
mands closer examination than am ca
pablo of giving it. When get free from the
clutches of this biting disorder, Grheuma-
tism] l shall be able to give you more
perfect sketch of things"
Postscript Q O'Clock, p. NJ.
By the politeness Of Capt. Brush, who is just arri-
with the following important intelligence, which
we hasten to lay before readers
DETROIT, I1th Aug. 1912.
Sr-The state ct the communication between
this and the river Raisn, is such that sufficient de-
tacimeDt cannot be sent at present to bring on the
provision with safety.-You will therefore, remain
at the river Rasin and in conjunction with the reg
iment, LIE Crooks corps & your protect the
provisions and yourselves until further orders-The
detachment sent for the purpose of opening the
communication are so fatisued after a severe and
victorious battle thatit will return here
am, respectfully,
w. HULL.
General commanding.
CAPT. Brush, orthe comnrand-2
ing officer at the riper Raisin.
Il. S.-f consulting with col. Anderson and capt.
Jobart, the bearer of this, and from all the infor-
nation yo can obtain, IL should be the opinion You
can come anupper road, crossing the river Huron,
at Godtreys trading establishment. You are auth
orised to- proceed that route, in which case YOU viii
give me an immediate notice. No person must
know this excepting col. Anderson capt Jobart and
yourself. Take capt. Jobart for guide and if he
recommends other guides, with him they shall be
paid. Capt. LIE Croix, with his company, will pro-
coed on with you.
Respectfully, w. HULL.
Capt. Brush.
DETROIT, August 10, 1919.
Capt H. Brush-Dear Sir
have several times written To you since heard
you was on your march, but / fluid that my letters
never have reached you. Two detacbnlents have
been sent meet you, but both have returned with
ioss--We have abandoned Canada, and the British
force is now opposite this place pointing their Art
lery-the firing will commence shortiy-I fear you
will not be able TO If possible take care of
yourself and party--the enemy may not have force
to you aud attend 10 u.s.
The bearer will or can give you hint of our stu
at,ou---Adieu, have not time 10 write-Respect-
fully yours,
DUNCAN bi'ARTHUR.
River Rush, August 10Th, 1912.
CAPT. HENRY BRUsH--Sir,
BY the within letter you will see that the army
under Gen. Hull, has been surrendered-by the ar
tices you will see that provision has been made for
the detachment under your cofnmapd you win,
therefore, hope, return to Ohio with us.
DUNCAN MtARTHUR.
Head quarters, at Detroit,
10Th .ingHSi, 1879
SIR have signed articles OF capituletion for the