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Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13

taken BY the administration, respecting the
British hostages, and which, after being
given up, was again, in moment ofphren
w, resumed, and once more, on return
of reason, second time given up, which
delay has cost the nation millions of trea
sure and thousands of lives--Suppose,
say this should hereafter appear, what
would be thought then? Would an infatua-
ed people still bestow their confidence
where it has been SO long and alas SO de-
plorably bestowed--Let these questions
be remembered against future day.
Coleman
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
From the ". Y. Eoening Post Extra.
OCTOBER s.

Latest London Papers To the polite
ness of Mr. David Saath, merchant of this
city, we are indebted for the exclusive pos
session of london papers, from the Gath
july to the 9th of August, received at Hall
fax by the Queensbury Packet, which ar
rived there on the 9th ult in SO days pas
sage. Interesting items are With pleasure
presented to our readers in the proper co
lumn's; and Of those we consider the
Prince Regents Speech to be the most in
teresting. 1t will be seen by turning to
that important document, that of American
affairs but few words are suffered to es-
cape him, which is easily accounted for by
the present state OF the negotiation. From
that little, however, we are far from de-
Quoting the conclusion of hostile DISPOSE
ton His words are
regret the continuance of hostilities
with the United States of America Not
withstanding the unprovoked aggressions
ofthe government of that country, and
circumstances under which it took place,
4 am sincerely DESTROYS Of the restora.
ti0n Of peace betoceen the taco nations.
upon conditions honorable to both. But
until this object can be obtained, | am per-
suaded you will see the necessity of my a.
vailing myself of the means now at my dis
posal, to prosecute the war with increased
vigor"
And what is there in this which wears a
threatening aspect elimination and re
elimination are things of course, but here
certainly is desire for peace expressed in
plain language, and so far from any indi.
cations that new and unexpected conditions
will be demanded from US, terms the most
general are employed to place reconcilia
ton on the most unexceptionable ground
possible" conditions honorable to both
Who can expect or desire any other condi
tons.
Commissioners, at length, it appears, are
not only actually appointed, but have sci
off on their mission. We should be sorry
indeed that our opinion should influence
any one in their business calculations. but
we confess we see nothing in past or pre-
sent occurrences, to induce US to abandon
an opinion we have always held, though
not always with equal confidence. tina,
PEACE WOULD GROW OUT OF THE PREsEN1
NEGOTIATION. Suppose it should here
after appear that the long DELAY Of thi,
desirable event, has been owing to the nm
precedented and unwarFantable GROUND
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13

From Lake Ontario and the Niagara
our accounts are less favorable than we had
some reason to expect. Gen. lizard was
landed several days march short of tie Nj.
agara, and commodore Chauncey returned
to tae defence OF Sac.Sett's iIaebor. In the
mean time, gen. Drummond, near Fort
Erie, had Information Of GEN Yards move.
ment, and broke up his encampment and
retreated to Foet George, while the Ameri-
cans were marching up the Ridge road
two or thFeedaYs too late to prevent his
taking that position. 9 Thus tsays a cor
respondent the bird has flown. Lard will
either attack Fort Niagara, or join Brown
and besicge Fort George or Trey may pos
sibly unite their forces, pass Fort George.
proceed to Burlington Heights, thence to
York and Kingston, and destroy the Bri-
fish feet in harbor Thereon they may DO
nothing lizard ought to have landed On
the British shore, &c. 5lc' Tie strength
Of the British at Kingston probably not BE-
ing known to our friend at the time of his
writing, his opinions and calculations nav
be changed By subsequent inforsDation -
Under present Appearances, we hope rather
for an attack from Kingston, than an at.
tempt upon It bat we must rely upon the
prudence and enterprise of our commander
to prosecute the campaign to The best effect
under existing eircumstances.-Cot
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
NETWORK, OCT. 8.
FROM OUR CORE RESP ONDENT.
E,ra,,, o,,,. Sto,,,,,, 1: . o; n =, arc nj Ehonf

NCH OOR -CORR Els e On DENI.
From our Commissioners at Gheat
The corvette John Adams, Captain An,
gus, arrived at this port last night in SO
days from Ostend Mr.. Dallas of Phia
delphia, came out in the John Adams,
charged with dispatches from our com
missioners to the secretary of State. lie
landed about 10 o'clock last evening, and
started for .he seat Of government at sun
rise this morning. While in the city he
communicated nothing respecting the tener
of the dispatches in his possession. lis
mentioned that the American and British
commissioners held their first meeting on
the 9TH of August that the negotiations
were soon suspended, until a messenger
could be sent to England that on his re.
turn, they were again Recommended and
that MIR. ID. was then Immediately despatch
ed, by our commissioners, with important
communications for our government.
Mr. Dallas was asked. whether an Ar
mistice had been concluded, and answered
promptly in the negative. Whether he Is
the bearer of Preliminary Treaty, or has
been sent out by our Commissioners fer
additional instructions, is yet unknown
Information on this subject may reach u
from Washington on Tuesday or Wednes-
day next.
Lord Castlereagh, on his way to the Con-
gress at Vienna, arrived at Client on the
Goth of August, and on the 2lst departed
for Brussels, where he intended to remain
eight or ten days.
Hostilities, it is said, had commenced
between the Swedes and the Danes A
battle had been fought, in which tho Swe-
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
BRUssELs, July 90.

The English Commissioners are expected
at Client in the beginning of August, they
have hired fine country house half
league from the city, and the American Lee
alton has hired one of the finest hotels in
the city. Their number is said to be com
piete, as soon as the son in law of MIR Mad
ison, private Secretary to one of the Am
bassadors, is arrived
1t seems that Russian minister is to be
present at the Congress to mediate be-
tween England and America but it is
already evident that the negotiations will
be attended with many difficulties.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13

The hon. John Armstrong,
Sec'ry of War.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13

killed and wounded attached to his com
mand.A
beg leave to recommend Capt. Youngs
to your particular notice during the action
his conduct was such as to meet with my
warmest appreciation | feel much indebt
ed to him for his personal valor and ex-
ample Of GOODNESS and intrepidity to his
own men, as well as TO che sailors lie vo-
lunteered, in a sinking boat, to carry my
order to the gallies, for close action, in the
hottest part of it !; and supplied the guns
with his men as fast as the sailors were
disabled.
am, with much respect and esteem,
your most obedient servant.
II. MACDONOUGH
Brig. Gen. Macomb, u s. army.
Captain Youngs of the 18th is an officer
of distinguished merit, and has conducted
himself with the greatest propriety on board
the fleet. By his example and attention we
have been able to keep the feet manned
from the line, which has been the means
of contributing 10 the result of the naval
engagement, | therefore recommend him
to the particular notice of the War Depart
rnent.
ALIEN, MACOMB.
September l6, 1914.
Copy Of letter from Captain Youngs
to Com. Marlborough, dated
u. S. ship Saratoga, Lake Champlain,
September 18th 1914
SIR have the honor of inclosing to
you list of killed and wounded troops of
she line (acting marines on board the
squadron, Lake Champlain,) in the action
of the 18th inst
In attempting to do justice to the brave
officers and men have had the honor to
command my feeble abilities fall far short
of my wishes. ist It. Morrison, SD inf
stationed on board the u. s. brig Eagle,
was wounded, but remained on deck dur
ing the action animating his men by his
honorable conduct. Cd It, James Young,
9th inf on board the u. s. schr Ticon-
deroga, merits my warmest thanks,
would particularly recommend him to your
notice. Second 1t VIM b. Howell, 18th
inf in the u. S. ship Saratoga, rendered
me every assistance, Notwithstanding his
having been confined for 10 days of fever,
yet, at the commencement of the action,
was found on deck, and continued until the
enemy had struck, when he was borne to
As:iis bed would also recommend him to-
your notice
The conduct of the noncommissioned of.
fcers and privates, was so highly honor
able to their country and themselves, it
would be superhuous to particularise them
have the honor to be, sir, yonr obedi-
ent servant
WHITE vouNGS, Capt. Is inf
Com detachment acting as marines
Com. Thomas Macdonough,
Com u S. squadron on L. Champlain
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13

ship Of the enemy, the St. Lawrence W..
nearly completed few days since and !.
was expected when that ship was ready.
Sir James would come out, and combined
attack by land and water would be made
on Sackett's Harbor.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
BRITISH PARLIAMENT.
HOUSE OF LORDS.
SATURDAY, July 80.

on UhUAhs Jul OU :
= The House met this morning at ten,
when the Royal assent was given to those
bills which were passed since the last Com.
mission
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
LAKE ONTARIO SQUADRONs

The following is believed to be correct
statement of our naval force, and that of
the British, on Lake Ontario. The large
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
In their favor

Our vessels are all pierced for more guns
than they mounts more could be pus
on them.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13

Extract Of a letter reeeiUed in this City
4" By letter just received from Gen.
Jackson, he has beaten the British and IN
dams at Mobile Point, blew up the Adm-
RAILS ship, and sunk one brig-About 90
of their crew saved I he latter saw
VIM. DONNISON"
Fayetteville, Ten Sept "a, 1914.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
AME RICAN


One brig and tow
schs. in ordinary.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-10-13
WASHINGTON CITY. Oct q
TERY IHPORTsTT
tead-0aartefs, 9TH Military District,
Anh;Eo Ennf 10 lAlA Ii II

IESaU- atlVis5 |tH NEIII1aFy DlstT1eF.
No5iie, Sept. II, 1914, 70, # ~,
SIR have bat moment to spare TO
tell you since the departure of my letter of
this morning messenger has returned
from Fort Bower with the pleasing in,
teligence that Major Laurence has gal
lantly repulsed the enemy with great loss,
blowing up vessel Of So guns. Only four
of our men were killed and five wounded.
The officers bringing the dispatches will be
here in an hour, when | will be enabled
to give you the particulars.
have the honor to be, very respectful
ly, your obedient servant,
ANDREW JACKSON.
Mqjor General Cong
The hon. John Armstrong,
Sec'ry of War.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
CIR EENSBURGH, Pa. May %.
FROM ERIE.

The expedition from Erie to Long Point
has returned Col. Campbell commanded
His force landed on the Canada shore, on
Sunday night the 18th inst. On Monday
morning they burnt an old store house. and
then marched to most beautiful village
called Dover, from which the men had
fired on their approch. Three grist mills
saw mills, fulling mill with upwards Of a
thousand yards of cloth and every house
in the town, except 3 or ALL private
property-were burnt to ashes The wo-
men and children were turned out in a
cold rain, with permission only to carry
Off few bed elothes--but every thing else,
even to the children's clothes, was plumber
ed by the regulars and sailors. They then
went on board, proceeded ten miles, an
chored close TO shore, landed and burnt the
mill of an old clergyman who had preach
ed 90 years in the neighborhood, and car
ried off his geese and chickens; they also
burnt in this neighborhood saw mill,
distifery, barns and houses About 900
British troops were said to have fortified
themselves miles from this place upon
hearing of which Col Campbell prudent
ly set sail, and reached Erie in safety. We
have these particulars in letters which we
received from volunteers. The. writer's say
that the volunteers did not plumber dol
lars worth that they went on the expedi-
ton without knowing its object, of which
they speak with indignation, and hope
that none OF the disgrace attending it will
be attached to them. Previous to going on
this expedition, Col Fenton had received
orders to march to Niagara. How Col
Campbell and Fenton will account for their
conduct remains to be seen.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
CHILLICOTHE.. May 81.
FROM DETROIT.

We have information to the 18th inst.
Capt Gratiot of the corps of Engineers,
had assembled with a detachment to the
upper end Of Lake Sinclair, to build a
fort on some favorable point, for the pur-
pose of cutting off the communication of
the Indians with Mackana. The Brit.
ish it IS believed are building boats on
Lake Simcoe. A gun boat with two six
Founders and 80 men has been sent from
Detroit to Lake Huron, to ascertain the
enemy strength and movements in that
quarter. British deserters are daily ar
irving at Detroit--they state that the ma.
rlne store hoose, a, Kingston, which
contained the sails, rigging end equip.
msnts intended for the new British yes
sells was recently burnt with all its con-
tents. OF this fact there was no doubt.
Five pieces of Ordnance sunk 10 the
river Thames, have been raised and
taken to Detroit - Gazette.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
St LOUIS, Missouri May z.

On Saturday last, five barges manned
with about SO or 90 regular troops, and
about l40 volunteers, left this place for
Prairie du Chen, under thes command OF
Gov VIM. Clark.
Much benefit must result from this ex-
petition the northern Indians will IN
great measure be deferred from vexing
our frontier Dickson will be unable to
send large Indian force towards Detroit,
as the savages will not risk the safety OF
their women & children on the Mississippi;
those Indians who are wavering or rather IN
clined to join the enemy will continue peac'
able. We sincerely hope that the Cove
nor will be able to build fort at the Prai-
rie, it will greatly tend to destroy that IN
fluence which the enemy have with the
Sioux, Winebago and Folsavoine Indians
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
GEN. MoREAU's OLD STAFF.

Colonies Guilminot, De Lesley, and
Capt. IIalot, brother to madame Moreau,
and Col. Rapatel, all four aid de camps to
the celebrated Sen. Moreau, were killed
tie three former in defending the capital
OF their country, and The last IN attacking
it, at the head of a Russian regiment OF
cavalry. Two officers remain only of that
great man, the one is colonel Irene Ameiot
DE Lacroix. the other Mr.. Premier, captain,
his private secretary Both of those brave
and experienced officers have refused TO
reign service, and remain in the u. States
Death is the end all lnen. Happy they
who, at the moment of DISSOLUTION have the
consolation of knowing that they deserve
the regrets and tears Of those who survive
them
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
UTICA, M ay "a.

Extract Of letter to a gentleman in this
Village, dated Onondago, Nay 81.
have only time to inform you, that
in consequence of the last alarm, we had
at OswegO Falls on Tuesday evening, at
least 600 effective militia, and So Onon.
dago Indians. On the day following we
were reviewed by Gen. Ellis, and our
force was about 1900 men 1000 more
were advancing, but were ordered back,
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
From Late London Papers.

AT the Northampton Assizes, held
lest week, X. Lock was indicted for
stealing silver watch in the dwelling
house of E. Green, of Middleton. The
fact being proved, and the prisoner hav.
ing been called upon for his defence, he
addressed the judge nearly as follows -
F." 1t is usual for persons placed IN SINH.
lar circumstances with myself to endca-
vor to extenuate their offences to that
| shall not presume. / have forfeited
nay life, which has been continuance
OF captivity and misery. The only thing
of which have had any thought or con-
sideration for the last six months has
been death. l am weary of life, and
hope for another in better world: and
Request that your Lordship will pass
sentence on me, and that it may be ex.
eented as speedily as possible. HE
was found guilty, and sentence of death
having been passed upon him, he ex.
claimed This is the hapPiest day /
have seen for 90 years. %
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
resented Commodore

rich service Of plate presented Commodore
Perry, by the inhabitants of Boston.
A SaiUer of an oblong square shape,
twenty three inches long, by 10 l-2inches
wide, with bright gadroon edge.
Two Ice Pals. or decanter coolers,
barrel shape, hooped round with a bright
gadroon' edge, at top and bottom.
Two PitcserS, of large size, Chinese
shape, with tops and bright gadroons at
top and bottom.
Two dozen TumbterS plain barrel shape
with gadroons at bottom.
15ro Wine Glass Coolers, each to hold
dozen glasses, oblong square shape, stand
ing on feet with balls ornamented with a
bright gadroon at bottom, and narrow rim
at top. Impressed with an oaken leaf.
A C9Gee Pot Tea Pot Sugar Ba-
son.-Cream E7cer-Tea Cady & Stop
Bori-aIl of obIong shapes, standing on
feet with balls at the corners, ornamented
with deep borders, impressed with roses
and leaves, and with bright gadroons at
top and bottom.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
NEW YORK, May 81.

The article in reference to letter from
the Hon Mr.. Bayard, which appeared in
yesterdays Gazette, having excited con-
siderable inquiry; we have only to repeat
the fact, that Mr. b ia a letter to friend
in this country, expresses his opinion, that
the Bourbons will be restored, and that
our differences with England will speedily
be adjusted.
En,p
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
Gazette.
VIENNA, February II.

Letters from Turkey say, that Count
Andreossy, the French Ambassador at
Constantinople, has declared to the Grand
Signior, that the state Of affairs in Italy
made ii necessary to recall the French
troops in Dalmatia and Albania, and that
the Grand Signior was at liberty to take
possession Of those provinces for himself
This Is a contriyance for embroiling
Austria with Turkey, which we are per
suaded wa, not prove successfully
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
From tse Charleston city Gasette Of
Mdy q.

1t was reported yesterday, that the schr
Spencer, Capt. Waterman, had arrived at
Savannah, bringing news five days later
from France than the Ida and James
Monroe, and of a nature directly opposite
to what we published yesterday, brought
by those vessels. If it be true that the
Spencer has arrived, and brings news of
such vast Importance, it is very extraordl,
nary that those gentlemen at Savannah
who have ever been in the habit of giving
the earliest information to their friends in
this city, on the arrival Of any important
intelligence at that place should have O
mitted to make any communication on the
subject: Yet such is the fact-and it in
duces us to believe, that if the Spencer has
arrived, Ion reference to our marine head
OF yesterday it will be seen that she was
left at LOrient when the James Monroe
sailedl she has not brought the important
intelligence she is said to have done, viz
the capture of the Emperors of Germany
and Russia and King of Prussia, by Napo-
leon! This days Southern mail will de.
eide the question.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09

liverpool, April 9.-The secoud
nomination and appointment of M.
Gallafin is known here. He and Mr..
Bayard are at Amsterdam. Mr.. 4.
dams we believe is at Petersburg, to
which city Mr.. Strong, your messenger
has gone with dispatches. We know
not who our cabinet will appoint to
treat With them.
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
CADIX, January is.

The Mino, which is just arrived, is one
of the richest vessels, that ever entered our
port She brings from Vera Cruz 1854 AGO
dollars Of Mexican coinage, and l57 sos
in provincial money, besides Gas bars of
silyer& 32,S95 ingots Is on. each 257 bags
cochineal, IS of indigo, and 10 chests of va
niIia From the Havana she brings 81 ,0S5
dollars Of Mexican coinage, and II, 025 in
provincial money, 5lSl ounces Of gold, be,
sides large quantity of tobacco, coffee, and
syesuits bark
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
NEW. YORK, Mau 80.


Yesterday we had no less than three
valuable arrivals at this port, VIZ The
very fast sailing beautiful private armed
schooner Chasseur, Wade, from long
cruise the letter of marque brig Henry
Glider, Newsou. from Lsguira. & her
prize, the schr. Young Farmer, from the
same port, both with valuable cargoes.
Capt Newson from Laguira. informed
US that the Patriots were very success.
tul in their warfare against the Royalis,s,
whom they had almost annihilated.. -that
while he was at Laguira 700 Royalis,s
were killed, and then burnt by the Pa
triots.
The following animated appeal frocs
the Empress of France to her father, the
Emperor Of Austria, is said TO have.
been recently Intercepted by the Officers,
commanding an advanced party of Cos.
sacks, within twenty leagues of Paris.
FATHER AND SIRE!'! Your daughter
prostrates herself at your feet for instant
succour !-the allied armies, the chief Of
which is yours, menace az this moment
the destruction OF the French capital, tae
degradation of your own offspring, and
the overthrow of that Dynasty which was
ausPiciously ratified by your imperial
name! The northern hordes are at our
gates. Oh, Sire if have a claim re.
naming on your affection, step forth to
our deliverance Withdraw your pow.
ers from THIS sanguinary league, and the
perilous confederacy is dissolved J! IF you
pause but for moment, all is lost
Martinsburgh gazette. [volume] (Martinsburgh, Va. [W. Va.]) 1810-1825, 1814-06-09
FROM LOUISIANA.
A Proclamation.
BY WILLIAM C. C. CLAIBORNE

Governor Of the State Of Louisiana and
Commander IN Chief Of the M'Iit'a
thereof
Whereas / have received information
that number of individuals within the
limits and jurisdiction of this state, are
engaged in raising troops and preparing