Notice
Is hereby given that the subscriber has been duly appointed administratix to the Estate of JOSHUA WOODBURY, late of Gloucester, in the county of Essex, merchant, deceased, and has accepted the trust by giving bonds as the law directs; and all persons having any demands against the Estate of said deceased, are desired to exhibit them for settlement, and all indebted, to make immediate payment to SARAH WOODBURY, adm'x.
or Charles Smith, her attorney.
Notice
The connexion in the profession of Counselors and Attorneys at law, between the subscriber and LUTHER RICHARDSON, esq., having been dissolved by his death; those persons indebted to the Copartnership are requested to call at No. 6 Court Street, and adjust their accounts. The former clients of RICHARDSON & AYLWIN, who had entrusted to their care professional business which is still pending, are informed that it will be transacted by WM. C. AYLWIN.
Boston Nov. 27.
Gloucester, Nov. 18, 1811
Washington Monument
Agreeably to notifications in the newspapers a number of citizens of Massachusetts, assembled in Boston, on the 27th April, to take into consideration the measures necessary to be adopted to obtain a fund to defray the expenses of erecting, in the town of Boston, a Monument to the Memory of GEORGE WASHINGTON.
The following gentlemen were then unanimously appointed Trustees:
Hon TIMOTHY BIGELOW
Hon. JAMES BOWDOIN
Hon. JOHN BROOKS
Hon. GEORGE CABOT
Hon. DAVID COBB
Hon. JOHN DAVIS
Mr. ISAAC P. DAVIS
Hon. THOMAS DAWES
WARREN DUTTON, Esq.
His Ex. ELBRIDGE GERRY
Hon. CHRISTOPHER GORE
His Honor Wm. GRAY
Hon. WILLIAM HEATH
STEPHEN HIGGINSON Jr.
Hon. DAVID HUMPHREYS
JONATHAN HUNEWELL, Esq.
Hon. JOHN C. JONES
Rev. Dr. JOHN LATHROP
Hon. JAMES LLOYD
JOHN LOWELL, Esq
Hon. HARRISON G. OTIS
Hon. THEOPHILUS PARSONS
Hon. WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Hon. Th. H. PERKINS
Hon. TIMOTHY PICKERING
Hon. BENJ. PICKMAN
Hon. JOSIAH QUINCY
JAMES PRINCE, Esq
BEJAMIN RUSSELL, Esq
Hon. CALEB STRONG
Hon. DANIEL SARGENT
WILLIAM S. SHAW, Esq.
Hon. JOSEPH STORY
WILLIAM SULLIVAN, Esq.
Mr. THOMAS W. SUMNER
Hon. ISRAEL THORNDIKE
Dr. JOHN WARREN
ARNOLD WELLES, Esq.
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Columbia Washington Nov. 26, 1811
INDIAN AFFAIRS
Extract of a letter from General Harrison to Col. Scott, dated Camp Botteille des Illinois, on the Wabash, Oct. 25, 1811.
"The fort which I have erected here, is now complete (as to its defence). I wait for provisions which I expect tomorrow or the next day, when I shall immediately commence my march, without waiting for the troops which are in the rear. I am determined to disperse the Prophet's banditti before I return, or give him the chance of acquiring as much fame as a warrior, as he now has a saint. His own proper force does not at this time exceed 450, but in his rear there are many villages of Potawatames, most of whom wish well to his cause. I believe they will not join him, but should they do it, and give us battle, I have no fear of the issue. My small army, when joined by the mounted riflemen in the rear will be formidable -- it will not then exceed 950 effectives, but I have great confidence in them, and the relatives proportion of the severeal species of troops is such as I could wish it."
BATTLE -- A letter from a gentleman in Louisville, dated Nopv. 16, to Hon. Mr. ORMSLEY, at Washington, states, That attraction took place between the troops under Gov. HARRISON, and the Indians under the Prophet, on the 7th Nov. Among the killed were Colonels DAVIS, OWEN, and WHITE; Capts SPENCER and both his subalterns; BARRY and BAINE. There were about 170 whites killed and wounded, and as many Indians. The Indians commenced the attack in sight of the Prohpet's town, and killed all the guards with their arrows., having surprised the camp unexpectedly.
Three Indians attacked Col. GRIGER in his tent, one he killed and drove off the other two, but was shot through his hat, and slightly wounded in his head. THOMAS RANDOLPH was killed, and Judge TAYLOR's horse was shot under him. Major FLOYD in his shirttail, fought like Caesar. The greatest slaughter was at the point of the bayonet and the edge of the tomahawk.
A letter from HUNTER to Capt. CLARK says he was slightly wounded and that JAMES SUMMERVILLE and STEPHEN MARS were among the killed. The Indians got all their beef and most of their horses, and about 5000 bushels of corn. The Americans were victorious, and the next day burnt the Prophet's Town. In addition to the above, says the Alexandria paper, another letter states, that Gov. HARRISON had an interview with the Prophet on the 7th Nov., and it had been agreed between them to hold a Council on the next day -- that a negro had deserted from the American army and went over to the Indians, and told them the American Council was only meant to decoy the Indians, whom it was the intention of the whites to massacre when gathered together, and that the American troops only consisted of about two hundred.
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BATTLE WITH THE INDIANS
Since our last, a great number of letters have been received giving details of a very bloody battle fought on the 7th November by the United States Army, commanded by Gen. HARRISON, and a body of Indians of the Powtawatimie tribe, commanded by "The Prophet" about a half mile from his chief town, and 200 miles in advance of Vincennes. The letters from Washington disagree in many of the particulars of this battle, and nothing official had been received at the War Office at the last date; but the letters below we know to have been written by officers of the 4th U.S. Regiment, who were in the action, and who must have been best acquainted with the particulars of it. On our first page is a letter received and published by a member of Congress. Our letters from Washington say the immediate return of our Army excites unpleasant sensations in the minds of the western members; who consider an Indian War as commenced. These letters speak in the highest terms of the gallantry and discipline of the 4th U.S. Regiment; not 300 strong; and particularly of the excellent conduct of Col. BOYD, in the battle.The regulars, they say, saved the Army from a second St. Claire's massacre. The reports of the killed and wounded are variously stated; -- that of the Indians was said to be comparatively small; their town was burnt the day after the battle; but some letters say, they had removed their squaws and papooses, and that they set fire to it themselves, which is not probable. The object of the campaign is said to be the destruction of the Prophet's Town, and this effected, that the Army would return, leaving a garrison in Fort Harrison. Capt. BAIN was not dead at the last date.col2 pg 2
EXTRACTS of LETTERS
From officers of the 4th U.S. Regiment to thier friends in this town, dated, Camp, half a mile from Prophet's Town, Nov. 8
"Through divine goodness I have been spared, and hope yet to see you this winter. We arrived here on the evening of the day before yesterday, reconnoitred the town and them formed an encampment. The whole of our fighting men about 800. It rained all night. We expected an attack and were prepared. At 4 in the morning we were assailed on all sides by numerous Savages, with horrid yells. We were formed in a moment, and in less than 5 minutes our pickets were driven in, and the Savages were in the centre of our camp. By sunrise we completely defeated them. But our loss has been great. The 4th regiment had about 250 effective men, and lost in killed and wounded 72 brave fellows. Several officers wounded -- Capt. BAIN I fear mortally; Lieuts. GOODWIN, PETERS and BURCHSTEAD, seriously but not dangerously. Capt. SNELLING behaved to admiration and is well. Total killed and woulded 179. The enemy must have suffered much. We found 38 of them dead in and around camp. They must have carried off many, and also must have many wounded. Gov. HARRISON acknowledges the victory was gained by the 4th regiment. Yet the militia behaved like soldiers; but it was our men who made constant charges. We have burnt the town this morning. It was supposed to be the best built town inhabited by Indians.
P.S. We shall return tomorrow for Vincennes, having accomplished our purpose. Yesterday was a serious day, in dressing the wounded and burying the dead."
Camp, near Prophet's Town, Nov. 8
"Our force had advanced within a few miles of this palce, on the 6th, when some Chiefs appeared with proposals for peace. They however had a hostile appearance, and we should have attacked, but for the lateness of the hour.
"On the morning of the 7th before break of day, they assailed us most furiously, breaking in upon the left of our encampment, and butchered severeal of our men in their tents. The U. States troops rallied, and charged with much success. It being dark the cavalry could not be useful, and almost the whole duty was effected by bayonet. The contest lasted one hour and three quarters. Although we completely defeated the savages, many brace men fell in the action. The total wounded and killed on our side is 123. -- of these were killed Col. OWENS, of Kentucky, a volunteer, and aid to Gov. Harrison; Major Davis, commanding the cavalry; Major WHITE, and Capts. SPENCER and HARWICH of the militia riflemen; and Capt. SPENCER's Lieut. OF the wounded are Capt. BAIN, very badly by a tomahawk; Lieut. GEO. P. PETERS, shot through the thigh; Lt. GEO. GOODING shot in the neck; Lt. BURCHSTEAD, shot through the leg; all of the U.S. 4th regiment.
Col. BARTHOLOMEW was shot through the arm, and there are some other officers among the wounded, whom I do not know.
Forty-five Indians were found dead on the field, and no doubt many were carried off, according to the Indian practice. A Chief of the Pattawatomies is now a prisoner. There can be no doubt we made great slaughter among them.
Yesterday was employed in taking care of our wounded and burying the dead. And this day we should have attacked the Savages in our turn in their town; but it was last night abandoned, in the greatest confusion; and the buildings are now in flames. They hurried off 300 bushels of corn, whcih our horses want very much. Upwards of 50 English rifles were found on the field, some of which are new. I expect tomorrow to commence our march back to Vincennes."
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MARRIED: In Providence, Mr. Henry B. Jackson of Watertown to Miss Lucinda Leach of Bridgewater.
In Portland, Arthur M'Lellan, esq., to Miss Mary Barrertt,
In Franklin, Mr. Amos Q. Blanding, to,
In this town on Sunday evening last, by the Rev. Mr. Lowell,, to Miss Maria Barton. col3 pg 2
On Sunday evening, by the Rev. Dr, Griffin, Mr.Hezikiah Earl, to Mrs. Mary Popkins. col 4 pg 2
DEATHS: Foreign
In England, Dr. Percy, Lord Bishop of Dromore; a man held in high estimation by the literary world.
at Sea
Capt. Sam'l Brown of Farmington (Me) aet 64. Alsoof Newburyport.
In Sisal roads (drowned) Mr. Freeman Eldridge, of Chatham, and 2nd mate of sch. Amaranth, of this port.
Domestic
In Washington County (Mississippi Territory), 18th Oct. , last, Mr. ELI KELLOGG, from some part of New England...(For particulars of his death, @e, see a communication from the Rev. Dr. Morse, on last page)
Near Natchez, Mrs. Ann, relict of the late Col. Anthony Hutchins, aet 63.
In Point Coupee, Hon. R. McShane
In Rapide, Mon. George Matthews jun. and his lady.
In New Orleans, on the 25th of Sept. last, Mr. Timothy Fletcher, mason, formerly of this town, aet 30.
In Salem (N.C.), Rev. Christian L. Benzien, a distinguished member of the Unitas Fratum.
In Baltimore, Mr. Jane, widow of the late Mr. James Mould, mer, aet 50, from England.
In Portsmouth (R.I.), Mr. Preserved Fish, aet XCIX
In South Kingston (R.I.), Rev. Benj. Waite, M.D. aet 85; for 45 years an ordained minister over the Baptist Church in that town,a dn a skilful physician.
In Newport, Mr. Edmund Townsend aet 76; for nearly 30 years Town Treasurer of that place.
In Ipswich, Mr. John Harris aet 67.
In Salem, Mr. Samuel Cheever jun., aet 40; Miss Rueben Cloutman aet 35.
In Charleston, on Monday morning, Mrs. Mary, relict of the late Mr. Joseph Johnson, aet 81; funeral this afternoon, at 3 o'clock relations and friends are requested to attend without further invitation.
In Dedham, on Thursday, Mr. Wm. Smith
In this town, on Friday last, Mr. Henry Davis Smith, aet 24.
On Saturday, Mrs. Esther, relict of the late Mr. John S. Ellery, mer. of Gloucester, aet 56. (An obituary notice of this lady in our next).
Also, Mr. Jason R. Scott aet 17.
On Monday, Thomas Griffin, son to Mr. Thomas Bangs, aet 8 months; funeral this afternnon, at three o'clock; the relations and friends are requested to attend without further invitations.
Yesterday, Mrs. Lydia Bull of Hartford (Con.) aet 58.
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DIED - COMMUNICATION
In Washington County (Mississippi Territory) on the 18th of Oct. last, Mr. ELI KELLOGG, from some part of New England. He was much esteemed, and died lamented, by those who knew him. His death was occasioned by severe cold, caught in a severe storm to which he was exposed, together with a fall from his horse at the time, which wounded him internally. He survived this fall but for a few days. He was interred with every mark of respect by his surrounding friends. Two or three hundred dollars, it is supposed, may be collected by his heirs. from the property he has left in that Territory, which was left in an unsettled estate.
The above information was received by thesubscriber, in a letter from John Caller, esq. Chief Justice of Washington Co'y (Miss. Terr.) to be communicated to the friends of Mr. Kellogg -- who being unknown to me, this method is adopted to convey to them the melancholly intelligence.
JED'H MORSE
Charleston, Nov. 29, 1811
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