Virginia Argus. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1796-1816, 1813-03-15

ger vessel and greater force guns and men
than the Hornet, but the high state of dis
cipline and excellent order which the Hor-
net is in, makes me feel confident of fa-
Vorable result in the issue of an action be-
tween them. Permit me, sir, to take this
opportunity of expressing to you the great
satisfaction have received from Captain
Lawrence's conduct in every instance Stree
being under my command, and respectful
~ recommend him particularly to your no.
tee as most neritorious officer.
have the honor, sir, tobe, with the great
est respect, your ohedient humble servant,
WIN. pAINBRlDGE.
Hon. Secretary IF the yMuy,
= City Of Hashington.
MR.. HILL TO THE BRITISH CONSUL.
Consulate ofthe u. S. -4n,e1ica.
ST. SALVADOR, 28th, Dec. 1872.
SIR.
The following is an extract from letter,
received yesterday from captain Lawrence
of the United States ship Hornet, now off
this port.
When last saw you, / stated to you
my wish to meet the Bonnie Citoynne, and
authorised you to make my wishes known to
capt Green. now request you to STATE To
him, that will meet him whenever lie may
that the Constitution nor any other Ameri-
can vessel shall Interfere"
Commodore cambridge, of the Constitu-
ton frigate. confirms to me the request of
capt. Lawrence, in these words" if capt
Green wishes to try equal force, IHicdge
nv honor to give him an opportunity, by be-
ing out of the way, or not interfering"
In communicating these sentiments to You,
sir, of com. Bainbridge and caht. Lawrence,
with request that you wiz participate them
tn capt. Green of his Britannia Majesty's
ship Bonnie Cheyenne, now in this port,
trust you will perceive no motive on their
part or mine, that does not result from ma
tional hostility, and the honor OF cur rcspec-
tive countries--or that ought in any respect
to weaken the bonds, or diminish the regard
of private or social duties--and that you will
believe have, according tony sincere wish
and best judgement, in conveying through
you to capt. Green the request of capt. Law
renee, been guided by those feelings of deli
cacy on this occasion, and regard for the
meritorious character of capt. Green, with
which the Slight acquaintance formed here
with that gentleman has Inspired me.
lam. sir. very Respectfully, yosr most O.
(Signed) HENRY HILL, Consul
TO Frederick Lindernan,
His B. M Consul. Bahia.
MR.. HILL TO OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
Consulate Of the q. S. Hmcrica,
ST. SALVADOR, 29th Dec. 1915
DEAR Sir,
Since writing my letter Of this
evening, which will be handed you with this
by captain Davis, have received an answer
from Mr.. Linderman, the British Coneui
communicating capt Green's reception OF
your challenge which transcribe.
Sort de ST. Pedro, goth Dec 1912.
"SIR-I transmitted your letter of yes
terday TO capt. P. b. Gresn. to whom the
substance is directed, and having received
his reply, herein insert it verbatim---"
hasten to acknowledge the favor of youi
communication, made to me this morning
from Mr.. Hill, Consul of the United States
of America. on the subject of challenge
stated to have been offered through Mr.. Hill
by capt. Lawrence, of the United States
sloop of war Hornet, to myself, as comman-
der of II. B. M ship Bonnie Cheyenne, an
chored in this port pledging his honor, a:
well as that of com cambridge, that no adj
vantage shall be taken by the Constitution
or any other American vessel whatever or
the occasion. / am convinced, sir, if suci
recontre was to take place, the resu
would not be long dubious, and would termi-
nate favorably to the ship have the houoi
to command; but am equally convinced
that cQin. Bainbridge could not swerye 81
much from the paramount duty he OWES t
his country, as to become an inactive spec
tator, and see ship belonging to the very
squadron under his orders fall into the hand
of an enemy-sthis rcA on operates powerful
" on my mind for not exposing the Bonn,
Citovenne to risk upon terms so manifesto
advantageous, as those proposed by com
Bainbrdee-indeed nothing would give ms
more satisfaction than complying with I'll,
wishes of capt. Lawrence, and earnestl,
hope that chance will afford him an oppor
tunity &C meeting the Bonnie Cheyenne, un
der different circumstance, to enable hin
TO distinguish himself in the manner he i
now so des!rous of doing. l further assure
that my ship will at all times be prepared
wherever she may be, to repel any attac1
made against her, and shall also act often
sively whenever shall judge proper to d
Sc. -"
You have, sir, captain Green's sentiment
and with com. Bainbridge, will form such G
pinion of them as they merit. On sendin
of the supplies required by the commodor
shall write you more fuly, and shall be fu
In my com munications to him also, which
pray you will mention tohim, and acceI
the renewed assurance sof real esteem,
With which remai6 Your most obed er
servant,
(Signed) HgNRH.HILTj Consu
James LGzUrence, lisa
Commander u. S. Shih Hornet.