The Madisonian. [volume] (Washington City [i.e. Washington, D.C.]) 1837-1845, 1837-12-25

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arms stolen. On their arrival at Black Rock part Of
them byoncked part tried 10 billet themselves on the
inhabitants, but we're generally unsuccessful Sentnels
were posted IN the streets, who performed their duty
most admirably, that when the sober citizens OF that
place got up IN the morning aud were going to their
business they were stopped by grim looking soldiers
and were obliged wake up Col Sutherland, and get
the eountersgn before they could open their stores and
work shops These sentinels were posted between the
stores Of Thompson and Dodge, and Mr. Hagpart
In the morning, after known that the muske,s
were stolen, the sheriff and ASSISTANTS went after them
When they approached, Mr. Mckenzie got upon bar
rel and made speech 10 the volunteers but upon tho
subject being properly presented by the sheriff. the arms
were given up.
The people Of Black Rock getting tired Of martial
law, the regiment, somewhat resembling the celebrated
one OF Faslsf, marched to Tonawanda
| During the day some hostile demonstrations were
made between the patriot volunteers on this side and
the Queens loyal subjects who guarding the from
tier the other Col Sutherland took the twin starred
tri-colored hag went down to the waters edge, and
waved IT, Those the other side Immediately run up
the British flag, and each party huzzaed Such displays
Of patriotism and loyalty are not frequent in the 10Th
century.
Last night it was understood that an effort would be
made by the volunteers, take back the arms which
had been delivered to the Sheriff The watch house
was strongly guarded, and at midnight party
approaching. The alarm bell rung and the fremen
called out One of the volunteers, more patriotic or
drunk than the rest, snapped his musket fire.
man. but fortunately it flashed in the pan. He and
several others taken into custody, and be
tried to-day
This paradnr OF set Of ragamufiin volunteers should
have end put to at once The exhibition is dis
graceful and to allow these fellows be staggering
through the streets day and night, with IN their
hands, is annoying 10 every quiet citizen and may
suit in further outrage. If they want 10 go to Canada
lie, them go by all means, but hoped to be spared
from any infection Of their vaorous Propensities this
/ side.
Il rumored that the Patriot Volunteers have taken
possession Of Navy Islands--that 800 of the ROYAL
Volunteers from the other side Immediately joined their
slandard-and that Dr. Roph, upon hearing that re-
ward Of five hundred pounds had been offered for his
apprehension, has enlisted warmly in the cause, and
night before last gave address at Lockport.
We are indebted to friend for the following intcl
gence from Canada
ToRoSro, Dec 6, 1887
We are much surprised at not receiving any letters
from you since you left Rochester.
am glad YOU are not here to witness our situation
for some days there rumors OF assembling Of dis
affected meetings. Some constabes sent arrest
some persons, who, after brief examination were dis
charged. Whether that tended to facilitate their meet
ings tell, but feeling went abroad, that rebels
now called, this town and carry off
the arms and burn the city On Thursday night, The
bells rung the ALARM from which lime we are com
petey besiegsd town all the shops shut and cannon
planted opposite door, and all the banks closed
and strongly guarded.
There are above 1000 men under arms. and more
daily arriving. We have 25 in middle front room,
and in the rooms over it. Their dinner is cooking IN
the kitchen. You may Judge the rest
i The Insurgents are assembled about four miles from
town. Their numbers varously stated: from 300
to 900 if they do above 10000, they
attempt any thing. The Lieut. Governor could not
attempt to send sufficient force to break them up
1t is believed Mckenzie is with them They have
Il three mr. fOur DrIs from
reconnoitre. Mr.. Donnel, Of the War; is one. The
Governor has arrested DR.. Morrison few days will
tell great deal.
The accounts from Montreal are vague, no reliance
can be placed on them. The mail coming West, was
taken this evening, about five miles from town
December 7h.
The Governor, and about 1000 armed men, went
out to arrest the insurgents, but they fed, suppose
not to assemble any Several shots passed, the
effect known, after which the troops, by orders,
burned down Montgomeys extensive tavern establish
ment. During the absence OF the military, party
came to the Don Bridge, and burned the house
erected by the late Mr. Washburn, and proceeding
home, when some citizens hurried arms, shot, and
took prisoners, the rest made of you may Judge
the rest Business is at total stand, except the ba-
kers. Tho Governor has offered l000l for Mckenzie,
and 500l for each OF Ave others. All the prisoners
| with the Rebels are released.
December 9Th.
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December 9th.
A strong escort went (late) with the western mail
suppose with dispatches to England. Above 1000
men from country towns have come in. Different fam-
lies who left their homes, returning Report says
the insurgents have gone TO the London district my
opinion Is they broken up Arrests are hourly
taking place. Ketchum, of the bank the two Leshes,
and the M'Kays, amongst them M'Kay and Ketchum
arc bailed out can only give you heads
December 18th.
The shops are open, and the baricading removed.
Nothing to be seen but men under arrest.
TORONTO, 18th Dec. 1887.
wrote per mail yesterday, giving you heads Of ope
rations here. Every hour armed bodies continue to
in from the surrounding country. Several militia
and volunteer bodies will be ready forthwith It's great
Godsend to young bloods, half-pay officers and
pensioners They are constantly bringing prisoners of
all ranks Report says the Governor has much do
restrain the violence Of all old political differences will
| now be hard work Not any news from the London
district, where large military force is gone, commanded
by McNsbb. My opinion is. there will not be any more
fighting 1t is asserted that there 500l offered for
DR. Roph None Of the prisoners mentioned in my last
are enlarged.
None Of the banks have yet opened they have posted
notices, they will tomorrow, far TO receive pay
ment for notes due only The Montreal Blue Bank
notes received any Of the banks some per-
take them for goods. believe the bank is sub
stsntial as any Of the banks there times appear
Flour went up to $40, new to 8, good hogs to
make prime sell at IS per hundred.
We scarcely recovered the fright as we expected
general breaking up, and in bed with bad cold,
but am much better
ToRoSTo 18th Dec.
The boat just going off with cannon to niagara. |
cant say moro.
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of course, il taken there arms, these volunteers
have good chance Of being hanged, -[ED N. Y. Al