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Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1813-04-29
April %.


We have seen letters from our Volunteers
to the 4th inst. They continued in health
and spirits The camp. WAS well fortified
Eighteen pieces of cannon had been placed
around the picketing. to the best advantage,
which commanded the whole front. Three
hundred Pennsylvanians had volunteered to
continue in service a few weeks longer, till
achievements arrived. On the Sd inst.
four men arrived at the camp from Detroit,
who stated, that they left there OH the Goth
March, at which time the encmy's strength
at Maiden was said to be one thousand In
dams, eight hundred militia, and FIVE hun
dred regulars. There was a very small
force at Detroit, not more than sixty men.
These men further stated, that the enemy
were very much in want of provisions and
had been living on half rations for some time.
They also stated, that the enemy knew the
strength OF the American fort, and intend.
ed to attack it in fifteen days. But, observes
one of the letters) we bid defiance TO them.
The ice on tie lake is not yet broken up,
and it is impossible to drag their cannon,
without which they can effect nothing"
Since writing the above, we have been
! favored with letter from one Of our volm
teers, dated the 9th, from which we have
| made the following Consoling extract.
eve received great and pleasing news
to-day. Late last evening Major Heiskel,
add de camp to General Harrison, arrived
here, with the pleasing intelligence of Har-
| rison's being within 25 miles of this place,
with 300 United States light dragons and
| 100 regulars, who will reach this place to
day. This timely reinforcement will be the
salvation of this Important post, as our COM
mander had received correct information
of the barbarans having concentrated their
| forces at Sandwich, with the intention OF
being here about the 10th of this month,
| Maj. Heiskel also informs us, that 5000
| Kehtnckians are on their march, aud will
reach camp the last Of the month. The
! Kentucky boys are Sd much enraged at the
late defeat at the Raisin, that they are will
| ling to raise 10000 volunteers, and 7yW, il
| the United States will sanction it.--Harri-
son will spend his Christmas in Queb &C."
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1813-04-29
Majority for Lee

Apoll was opened for Mr. Nivison without
his appreciation.
Joseph Goodwin is elected in the district
without amy material opposition
Never was there a more finished tri,,mnb of
correct principles, shan this election has given
riseto. 1t was predicted by the opposition par
ty, that "the people would see the r error the
operation of the measures Of the administration
would open their eyes," no prediction was ever
more fully verified tie eyes of many. very MAJ
ny of those who were led astray by the decep
tive light OF modern federalism, were indeed
opened upon the occasion, and they manifested
an ample conviction OF their error by voting for
the republican candidate
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1813-04-29
PHILADELPHIA. Anr;l 9

Another Letter of the same date, states,
that -, and frigate are in sight
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1813-04-29

hrmness and patriotism Of Tie peo;ic were
not proof But how were they mistaken
ihe CItizen Soldier, against whom all the
| eVlls OF the war bore with their utmost vio-
/ ience, came forth from the "tentel fields
and gave his suffrage fer the candidate who
voted Tor the war, and who stands Dlsdeed
10 support 1T to an honorable and success
Iaii Conclusion. Can the Sophisms of dema-
Sogues avail against such practical patriot
ism Instead the people having been sha-
Ken from their honest sentiments, by speci-
Gus arguments and the calamiIies Of the
times, they have absolutely gathered
strength and unanimity. AT the contested e.
lection in 1909, when we were ar peace, and
indulging in the enchanting prospects open
eel to us by Erskine's treacherous arrange
ment. the majority for the republican c In-
didate liz the whole district, was $50. the
whole number of votes given being 1850.
Now the majority is Increased TO S87.
when the total number Of votes ow ing to q
large requisition of the militia from the
counties of Princess Anne and Nansemond.
oeing ordered out on duty, is only 15O7.-
nov let us see what the republican gam is
since the declaration of war, simply by the
rule oil three; and if 1907 produces 3S7 we
snail ind that 1850, presumed to be the
strength nf the clstrct) will produce SIS,
WHICH would inevitably have been the re-
publican majority if every one could have
voted; leaving nett gain of I66 Tor, i'm merA
Camille phrase, about so per cent? the war,
and admiral Warren's blockade, to the con-
trary notwithstanding.
nc votes Tor Senator and Represents
tive to State Legislature stood thus:
ASSEMBLY.
Richard II. Lee Qs.) 1874
Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1813-04-29
NORFOLK, April 81.
VIRGIyyII ELECTLON MS.

The election of Members for the Nation
al and State Legislature in this District
closed with the Norfolk Borough election,
which was held yesterday. The general
result is as follows:
Far Congress. Ne7vton. IVhite6ead
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1813-09-02

ter the first day OF November next and II al
any port or place to the east OF the Cape OF
Good Hope, or between the same and the u"
ni,sd States, after the first day OF January
next, and ii in either case such vessels arrive
in the Uni,ed &ates previous TO the said Pe-
RODS respectively, then after her arrival,
shall in like manner be subject TO the opera
ton of this act: Provided, That any such
ship or vessel be, in either of the foregoing
cases. delayed by stress of weather or other
unavoidable accident, from returning to the
United States within the periods above stated,
the same shall not be subject TO the operation
OF this act, until sufficient time shall haye
elapsed after a knowledge thereof, for her
return TO the United States Ind provided
also, That nothing herein contained shall be
Construed as to arrest or stay any prosecute
or judicial proceeding now pending in nny
couri OF the United States or the territories
thereof, Instituted against any citizen or tn
habitant OF The United States, for using, or
against any ship or vessel belonging wholly
or in part to any citizen or citizens, inhabi-
tant or Inhabitants OF the Cni,cd States, by
sailing under the protection of license or
pass granted by the authority Of the govern
ment of the United Kingdom of Great Brit
ain and Ireland, or by any person or persons
acting under the authority Of the same.
Fl. CLAY,
Sneaker Of the House Of Representatives.
Z. GERRY,
Hice-Presidenf Of The United States, and
President Of The Senate.
August 2, Isl2.--APPRovED,
JAMES MADISON.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1813-09-02
AN ACT

For the relief Of Elisha J. Winter.
DE IL enacted by the Senate and Hoase cf
ID Representatives. Of the United STAIRS 9
.fmeried in Congress assembled, That the pro-
per accounting officers be authorized to adjust
ard liqudate the claim OF Elisha J. Winter, Of
the State of New York, for pair Of horses
and sleigh and hsfness, taken from bin Tor
the use Of the army Of the listed States, 10
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1813-09-02

To authorize the raising corps of Sea rsncibles
ehacfed yfhe Senate aud HonSe Of
H. RefresenfItioes or ,Ae United sfe,es Of
-7mer'ea, m Congress assembled, That thc
President of the United States be, aud ne is
hereby authorized, 10 raise for such term as he
msy think proper, not exceeding one year, as
many companies OF sea icnciblcs as he mfv
ccem necessary, no. exceeding ten, " no may
he employed as we'll on land as on water, for
the defence of the ports and har5ors Of the
United States.
Sec. 2. .fad be IL further enacted, That each
OF the said companies Of sea fencibes shall
consist OF one captain, orc first, one second
and che third letenant, one boatswain, six
gunners, six quarter gunners, and ninety men.
Sec. 5. ind 6eif further enacted, That the
commissioned officers shall receive the same
pay and ralions as officers OF the same grace in
the arnsy OF the United States that the-', M.
swans, gunners, quarter gunners ant 24.sS..
shall receive the seine pay and ra,ions rs war;
rant officers Of the same grade aud able sea-
men receive in the service of The United
Staies.k
Sec. 4. Ana6eh firthsr enacted, That the
Officers, warrant officers, boatswalDs and men,
raised pursuant 10 this act, shall be entitled 10
The like compensation in case of disability in
Cured BY wounds or otherwise in tho service
OF the United States, as officers, warrant off,
GERS and sesmen in the present naval establish
n,ent, and shall be subject to the rules and ar
icles WHICH have been or may here's ~ be cs-
tAblished by law, for the government Of the
army of the United States.
Sec. S. ind be it further enacted, That this
act shall be and continue in force during the
present war between the United States Of A.
nserica and their territories, and the United
Kingdom Of Great Britain and Ireland and the
dependencies thereof.
Sec. s. Ind be is further enacted, That in
the recess of the Senate, the President of the
United States is hereby authorized 20 appoint
all the officers proper 10 be appointed under
this act, which appointments shall be submit
ed to the Senate a, their next session for their
advice and consent.
Sec. z. ind Be it further enacted, That the
sum Of two hundred thousand dollars be, and
the SANS is hereby appropriated TO carry this
acb into effect, to be paid out Of any money
in the Treasury not Otherwise appropriated.
II. CLAY,
Sneaker ef tie kouse Of REPRESENTATIVES.
Z. GERRY,
Hise-Presideaf Of Nc United Siutes, and
President Of the Ssnate.
July 26, lsl3-APPRoyED,
JAMES MADISON.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1813-09-02

To authorize the appointment by the President ef
certain oRcers during the recess Of the Senate.
DE n enacG<d by the Senate asd Honss Of.
- Rehresenia,ives Of the United States Of
Aueiea, in Congress oHen'bfed, That Il shall
be lawful for the President Of the United
Stsses during the recess Of the Senate, 10 .ap.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1813-09-02

the month of March last, and ON due exau.-
nation to allow him therefor such amount as
may appear equitable.
Sec. >. md De is further enacted, Thar
the sum OF one hundred and for,y-thrcc dol:
lars ts, and the same is hereby appropriated,
out oil any money in the Treasury not other:
wise appropriated, for satisfying the claim OF
the said Elisha J. Winter.
III. CLAY,
Sheaser cf!se Honse Of Rentesentatiyss.
L. GERRY,
Yiee-Pres:dens Of fhe United States, and
President Of fHt Sendfst
July 60, isl3.--APsRoFso,
JAMES MADISON.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1813-09-02

Explanatory TO an act entitled An act 10 raise ten
additional companies Of Rangers
DE it enacted By me Senate and House ef
~ Rehresenfafipes Of tie United Sfafes "
.hmerica in Congress assembled, That each oil
the ten companies authorized by the act, en-
titled +" Az ACT to raise ten additional compa-
nies Of Rangers" shall consis, OF one captain,
one first, one second, one third lieutenant,
one ensign, FIVE serlcant', six corporals, and
ninety priy.tes. H. CLAY,
Sheaker ef fhe House er Representatives.
L, GERRY,
Vice President Of the United Sfafes, and
President Of the Serafe.
August, 2, l8l3.-hrPRovso,
JAMES MADISON.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1813-09-02
AN ACT

For the relief Of Alexander Scott
u Z j enacted by the Senate and House of
- Rehresentafives Of the United States Of
.dmeriea in Congress assembled, That the Sc
cretary for the Department of State be di-
recicd to cause to bc settled the accounts OF
Alexander Scott, for his trouble AND expcn.
ses in liberaiing from confinement, in supply
ing with provisions and other necessares,
and in sending from Porto Cavello 10 The port
Of New.York, the crew Of the private armed
schooner Rosamond, who were confined on
board Spanish armed vessel at that place
and also for his trouble and expenses in sup
plying with provisions and other necessaries,
and in sending sundry distressed American
seamen from Porto Rico to the port OF New
York and that he allow the said Alexander
Scott full reimbursement for all expenses in
Cured fer the purposes aforesaid, and also
such compensation for his trouble therein as
may be deemed just and equitable.
Sec. 2. ind be IL further enacffd, That a
sum no, exceeding nine thousand dollars be,
and the same is hereby appropriated out of
any monies in the Treasury not otherwise ap-
pgopriated, for the purposes Aforesaid.
IL. CLAY,
Sneaker Of the House ef Rehreseniasives.
T.. GERRY,
Vice- President u she United States, and
President Of fhe Senate.
| July %, l8l3.--APPRorED,
JAMES MADISON.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
BOSTON, Nov. 90
LATEST FROM LISBON

By the Juno, arrived on Saturday. we
received file of Lisbon papers to the 18th
October.
- The last advices from Lord Wellington's
army confirm the report, that as soon as the
rainy season has passed, the whole would
march forward into France. The town of
Denia was battered on the 10th September,
and stormed and carried the ensuing night !;
the garrison retreated to the Castle, which
was closely invested Souchet had retired
over the Llobregat, near Barcelona but
the allied operations in that quarter were
retarded by the scandalous improyidence of
the Spanish Comniissariat, in not furnish
Ing tie armies with supplies. Lord Ben
tick had been compelled to retire from Viii
Ia Franco to Tarragona but Souchet had
in his turn retreated and there were no
French in Spain, except in few fortified
places which cannot hold out six weeks.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
Christopher M'Alister,
Boot and tSAoe Maker,

RESPECTFULLY informs his friends
ard he public, that he has re-comn1cnscd
b2s.hess at his old stand in the main stree
Martinsburgh, opposite Mr.. Nicholas Chop.
perts and nearly opposite to Major James
Faulkners Store, where he solicits a cont.
nuance of past favours--He has Just rcceiv-
cd a stock of excellent Leather, and mate
rails of superior quality, and has now in
his employ some of the best workmen in
this place, which he fiatters himself will
enable him to give general satisfaction to
all who may favour him with their custom.
Gentlemens dress Snwarrow, Backstrap.
Military Boots, Bootees, Shoes and Pumps,
in style OF neatness and durability. and
all orders executed with fidelity and dis
patch; also, Ladies' Leather Shoes and
Pumps, made in the most fashionable stvIe.
Gentlemen and Ladies' at distance who
may please to favour Christopher M'Alister
with their custom will attend to the subioin-
ed directions of measuring
Directions for Boots:
|. The length of the Leg. 2. Round the
Calf of the Leg. 5 Round the Instep and
Heel. 4. Round the lnstep. S. Round the
Toes. 6. Then take the length Of the foot
from the heel to the great toe Then set
down on paper the inches and parts Of
inches contained in the six different mes.
sures and they can be fitted as handsomely
as if on the spot For Shoes, send the
length of the foot and the thickness of the
instep and toes, and by forwarding their
measures they can be supplied at the short
est notice.
Martinsburgh, December 2. 1918.
n. B. He also intends TO keep work rea-
dy made of every description, SO that those
in immediate want can be supplied
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02

o. Friday and Saturday, were escorted
nv a detachment of major Belts cavalry,
from, their quarters at Beaufort, to the new
gaol. twenty three American officers and
an the latter day were also taken from the
nrison ships. and escorted by a detachment
Of the l05d regiment to the same prison,
!. Hte number of non-commssioned officers,
,naking in all forty-six, conformable to the
General order Of the eth alt.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02

tons Of pity and contempt for its author,
and as 3 striking monument OF his folly.
Before we conclude, we feel ourselves
in justice to your excellency, bound to de-
clare, that knowledge of your excellency,s
character induces us to believe, that the fol-
ly and infamy Of the proclamation to
which your excelency has put your sigma
ture is not wholly to be ascribed to your
excellency, but chiefly to the evil advisers.
with whom we believe your excellency IS
unhappily encompassed
We are with due respect.
Your Excellency's obedient servants,
buther Dixon, Lieut. Col
Elijah Doe, Jr. Major.
Josiah Grout, Major.
Charles Bennett, Captain.
jesse Post, Captain
Elijah w. Wood, Captain.
Elijah Birge, Capt.
Martin ID Toilet, Capt.
Amasa Mansfield, Capt
L. H. Campbell, Lieutenant.
g. o. Dixon, Lieut.
Francis Northway, Lieut..
| Joshua Brush, Lieut.
Daniel Dodge, Ensign.
| Sanford Gadcomb, CAPT
James Fullington, Quarter Master
Shepard Beals Lieut..
John Fasset, Surgeon.
Seth Clark, Jr Surgeons Mate.
Thomas Waterman, Capt
Benjamin Folieut, Lieut.
Hira Hill, Surgeons Mate.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
MONTREAL, November 6.

Since our last, the steam boat has made
three arrivals, at this place on Saturday
evening. Wednesday, and this morning
from which have been landed considerable
number of sailors and marines for the Up
per Province.
Four companies Of marines left here yes
terday and about 500 this morning for Pres
colt.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
Communicated.

Married, Mr. Jacob Ayle to Mrs. Ca
Uterine Speck, soidozo Of George Il. Speck,
deceased. Mr Speek soas az the United
States service before has decease-He died
at Fort George, Upper Canada, sohich is
laactaiiy proven By letters from that place.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02

Another hero of the revolution gone
Died at Harrisburgh, Penn on the 10th Nov
in the seventy first year of his age, Major
General Andre5c Porter, surveyor gene
raj of Pennsylvania.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02

Brigadier General Jacob Davis, who was
charged with his Excellency Governor
Chittenden's Proclamation Immediately re-
paired to the army for the purpose of exc
cutting his Orders. We learn that after
making his errand known, he was arrested
and taken as a prisoner to Plattsburgh.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
FOR SALE, FOR CASH,
A few valuable BOOKS.

which ought to be in use, and not in a
trunk. The person who has them, intends
to depart from this place on Sunday next.
Enquire at the UNION INN.
Martinsburgh, December 2.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02

J. MARRiED, on Thursday evening last
~ Sp me h .ssS Mr. MATTHEWS PHILIP G.
tlEENs,DLaEToN, Esq. to Miss SARAH
I'm nm boYD, daughter of Col Elisha
Doyd' all of this town. ''A
y On Tuesday evening last bv The
~ Ms' Mr.. BgLLMAIN, Ma BENJAMIN
~, leigh, to Miss SUSAN CoLsToN,
G C". of Rawleigh Cols;on, ESQ Of this
: ''"' '"e w. Intciligeacer of the LIST inst.
,6a % Of letter from Major Gen Wilkinson to
secretary Of War, dated Head Curriers'
CO. 80 WINS adjoining the Province Of Lower
o-lAda' Nov. 18th, 1918
N,e L ioa have under cover a summary abs,rac, of
inst .,H and wounded in the affair of the 11th
return ".eh snail soon be followed by particular
v;dpsI ~ winch just regard will be paid to indi-
wourdea nus The dead rest in honor, and the
fsatUJo !. ped Tor their country and deserve It's
tan !, ne 9. Officers killed and wounded in the &C.
I'm - ~ hiamsburg in Upper Canada on the
NoSember, 1918, viz.
Iiau, ~, KILLED.
49, "m' W. Smith OF TIE Light Artillery,
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
@ee @a3ette.
MARIINSBURGH /:
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2.

>. 1ne hRv. SAMUEL. d. HoGE is expected
20 20 preach IN Martinsburgh on the LIST Sab
Nh, Vush IA this month, on the Cd at the Falling
Mayers'. 1af' Soepnen
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
MONTPELIER, (Vt) November III.
By His Ercellency
MARTIN CHTTTENDEV Esq

Governor, Captain General, and Comman-
der in Chief, in and over the state of
Vermont,
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
PRESIDENT.
Major General Henry Dearborn.


Major General Henry Dearborn.
'MEhBERs
Brig. Gen Joseph Bloomfield,
Thomas Parker,
x Leonard. Covington,
Colonel John r.. Fenwick,
Henry Carberry, S6th Rec. Inf
Peter Little, 3Sth Reg. Inf,
VIM. N Irvine, 42d do.
Il. Col. Richard Dennis, 10th Reg Inf
Samuel 8. Connor, 18th do.
S. 3. Davis, SGD do.
William Scott, seth do,
William Stewart, 3Sth do.
SPECIAL JUDGE ADVOCATE,
Alexander ]. Dallas, Esq,
ARMY JUDGE ADVOCATE ASSISTANT. M
Philip S. Parker, Esq.
sUPERNUMERARiEs.
L. Col John w. Livingson, llst Reg. inf
~. Col James G. Forbes, f2d do
MAYOR George Bomford, Corps Of Engi-
neers
ny order of the Secretary of War,
a. Y NfCOLL,
Inspector General
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
DAVID Hunter of the 18th Regt Inf
Edward Olms,ead, 10th Regt. Inf

Edward oms,ead. 10th Regt. Inf
WOUNDED.
Brig. Gen. Leonard Covington, mortally, (suce
dead.)
Msior Talbot Chambers, Assist Adjt General,
slightly.
Major Darby Noon, Aid-de-camp to Brig. Gen.
Swart out, slightly
Col. James p. Preston, of the 23d Regt Inf. Sc
yerely, his right thigh fractured.
Major VIM. Cummings, 9Th Regt. Inf severely
Capt. Edmund Foster 9th do. slightly
David S. Townsend, do. do. (taken prisoner)
Morelecai Myers, 18th do, severely
John Campbell, do do. slightly.
John B. Murdoch, 25th do. do
Lieut.. VIM. 5. Heaton, 11th do. severely
John Williams, 18th do. slightly
John Lynch, 14th do. severely taken pri-
soner.)
Peter Pelham Dist do do (taken prisoner J
James ID. Brown, 25th do slightly.
Archibald C. Crary, do. do severely.
Lieutenant Hunter was of this place.
and Joined the army, for the first time, a
few short weeks ago. lie was young, but
he had lived long enough, to obtain no
slight hold upon the regard the affections
of those here who knew him we'll. The
shock that this intelligence has given to the
feelings of that society which he had Just
left, is the best, the highest testimonial OF
his merit. For the present we have not
time to say more. Editor Gdsette.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02

CantOnment, Plattsbargh, Nov. Is, 1918
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02

dred and thirteen and Of the Indepen-
dence of the U. States, the thirty
eighth.
MARTIN CHITTENDEN.
BY his excellency's command,
Samuel SDJt, Secretary.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1813-12-02
GENERAL ORDERS

Adiutant and Inspector Generals Office,
Washington, 18th Nov 1913
A General Court Martial for the trial of
Brigadier General WILLIAM HULL
will assemble at some suitable place in the
city Of Albany Estate of New York; on the
third day of January next.
The Court will be composed as follows,
viz: