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Niles Weekly Register, 7 Oct 1826, p. 87 WEALTH AND POWER WESTWARD. We meet with the following in the papers without knowing whence it was derived, but presume the information which it gives is nearly correct. Commerce of Lake Erie -- American side. Steam brig Superior built at Buffalo 346 tons; steam boat Henry ... Niles Weekly Register, 7 Oct 1826, p. 87 WEALTH AND POWER WESTWARD. We meet with the following in the papers without knowing whence it was derived, but presume the information which it gives is nearly correct. Commerce of …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - A good prize on Ontario
Niles Weekly Register, Oct. 29, 1814 A good prize on Ontario. - On the 30th Sept. a gig belonging to the Superior with an officer and 4 men only, captured near the mouth of the St. Lawrence, 6 boats manned with 35 men (armed) laden with wine, brandy, crates and dry goods , bound to Kingston, … Niles Weekly Register, Oct. 29, 1814 A good prize on Ontario. - On the 30th Sept. a gig belonging to the Superior with an officer and 4 men only, captured near the mouth of the St. …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - Niles Weekly Register, Sept. 26, 1812 New-York, Sept. 22 We understand that Isaac Chauncey is appointed to the rank of commodore, and will leave this city on Wednesday for the lakes, with 600 as hearty tars as ever floated, who have volunteered their services in defence of their country. ... New-York, Sept. 22 We understand that Isaac Chauncey is appointed to the rank of commodore, and will leave this city on Wednesday for the lakes, with 600 as hearty tars …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Dominion of the Lakes Niles Weekly Register, Oct. 14, 1812 Dominion of the Lakes - Government, it seems, are at length wide awake on this subject. Capt. Chauncey and about 700 brave tars, and about 150 marines have within a few weeks past proceeded through Schenectady on their way to Lakes Erie and Ontario. They were in high spirits and … Niles Weekly Register, Oct. 14, 1812 Dominion of the Lakes - Government, it seems, are at length wide awake on this subject. Capt. Chauncey and about 700 brave tars, and about 150 marines have within a …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Niles Weekly Register, Sat., June 18, 1814, page 267 The following (exclusive of a number of small vessels) is the force of the hostile ssquadrons on Lake Ontario , as stated in the Albany ... The following (exclusive of a number of small vessels) is the force of the hostile ssquadrons on Lake Ontario , as stated in the Albany ...Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Niles Weekly Register, Sat., Oct. 15, 1814 From Ontario, besides the information contained in Commodore Chauncey's letters inserted below, we learn that our fleet had come to Sackets Harbor on the 7th, inst. supposed with a view of obtaining supplies. The enemy's great ship had not then sailed. A letter dated the 7th, says: ... From Ontario, besides the information contained in Commodore Chauncey's letters inserted below, we learn that our fleet had come to Sackets Harbor on the 7th, inst. supposed with a view …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Sackett's Harbor Niles Weekly Register, April 25, 1814 Sackett's Harbor . - Navy and army orders. - The commanding officers of the army, from recent information, know that the enemy have spies in and about the harbor. To detect and bring them to punishment is the duty of every good and honest citizen. Any person or persons who … Niles Weekly Register, April 25, 1814 Sackett's Harbor . - Navy and army orders. - The commanding officers of the army, from recent information, know that the enemy have spies in and about the harbor. To …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Oswego. Second attempt of the enemy Niles Weekly Register, June 4, 1814 Oswego. Second attempt of the enemy. Troy, May 21 - About noon, on the 17th instant the British appeared again off Oswego, with a much larger force than before, and had already got a number of men in their boats, for the purpose of landing, but the militia and regulars … Niles Weekly Register, June 4, 1814 Oswego. Second attempt of the enemy. Troy, May 21 - About noon, on the 17th instant the British appeared again off Oswego, with a much larger force than before, and …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- The United States frigate Mohawk Niles Weekly Register, June 25, 1814 The United States frigate Mohawk, to carry 54 guns, was launched at Sackett's Harbor on the 11th inst. As all her guns, &c.; were ready, it is probably she is this day nearly ready for the lake. The Superior is completely fitted. Chauncey has been out on the lake to … Niles Weekly Register, June 25, 1814 The United States frigate Mohawk, to carry 54 guns, was launched at Sackett's Harbor on the 11th inst. As all her guns, &c.; were ready, it is probably she is …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Niles Weekly Register, June 25, 1814 The British officers and men captured at Sandy Creek (says the Albany Argus) speak in the highest terms of commendation of Major Appling and his rifle corps, to whose humanity and spirited conduct they are probably indebted for the preservation of their lives. The Indians were first to reach the … The British officers and men captured at Sandy Creek (says the Albany Argus) speak in the highest terms of commendation of Major Appling and his rifle corps, to whose humanity …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Niles Weekly Register, June 25, 1814 Sackets Harbor, June 10. Sir, I have seen a letter published in your paper on the 7th instant, giving "further particulars of the affair of Sandy creek," which the included order of the commanding general correct. Captain Woolsey would not wear laurels won by and belonging to Major ... Sackets Harbor, June 10. Sir, I have seen a letter published in your paper on the 7th instant, giving "further particulars of the affair of Sandy creek," which the included …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Lieutenant-Colonel Appling. Niles Weekly Register, 1814, page 30 Lieutenant-Colonel Appling. From the Georgia Argus AMONG the many heroic souls who have conspicuously distinguished themselves during the present just and holy contest, lieutenant-colonel Appling, from this state, deserves to be particularly noticed. his conduct has been ... Niles Weekly Register, 1814, page 30 Lieutenant-Colonel Appling. From the Georgia Argus AMONG the many heroic souls who have conspicuously distinguished themselves during the present just and holy contest, lieutenant-colonel Appling, from this state, deserves to …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Attack on Oswego Niles Weekly Register, May 28, 1814 Attack on Oswego. The official account of the attack on this place is inserted below; yet the affair was so honorable to the brave men engaged in it, that we feel it an act of justice to notice some unofficial details. A letter from Sackett's Harbor, dated May 13, published … Niles Weekly Register, May 28, 1814 Attack on Oswego. The official account of the attack on this place is inserted below; yet the affair was so honorable to the brave men engaged in it, that we …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Extract of a letter from a gentleman at Sackett's Harbor, to his friend in Albany Niles Weekly Register, Aug. 20, 1814 Extract of a letter from a gentleman at Sackett's Harbor, to his friend in Albany, dated Sackett's Harbor, Aug 5. "A Mr. Shumaker, which was last summer a prisoner to the British, had, a few days since, the command of a boat bound from Oswego to this place, loaded with … Niles Weekly Register, Aug. 20, 1814 Extract of a letter from a gentleman at Sackett's Harbor, to his friend in Albany, dated Sackett's Harbor, Aug 5. "A Mr. Shumaker, which was last summer a prisoner to …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Niles Weekly Register, October 29, 1812 Same report in: Baltimore, Niles Weekly Register, October 30, 1812 but the last sentence reads "The force now collected at Niagara amounts to 8000 men." New York, The Columbian, October 31, 1812. Lexington, Kentucky Gazette, November 10, 1812. Same report in: Quebec LC, Quebec Mercury, November 17, 1812 with the … Same report in: Baltimore, Niles Weekly Register, October 30, 1812 but the last sentence reads "The force now collected at Niagara amounts to 8000 men." New York, The Columbian, October …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Niles Weekly Register, Nov. 14, 1812 At Sackett's Harbor, about the 1st inst. the naval force of the United States, armed and manned by gallant crews, was on the point of sailing to meet the enemy. Commodore Chauncey had hoisted his broad pendant on board the Oneida of 18 guns, Lieut. Woolsey, and his squadron consisted … At Sackett's Harbor, about the 1st inst. the naval force of the United States, armed and manned by gallant crews, was on the point of sailing to meet the enemy. …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Alarm At The Mouth of the Genesee River Niles Weekly Register, May 28, 1814, page 314 Reprinting of Ontario Messenger, (Canandaigua, N.Y.) May 17, 1814 Alarm At The Mouth of the Genesee River - On Thursday evening last, the British fleet was discovered standing towards Charlotte near the mouth of the Genesee River, where about 160 volunteers were stationed, ... Niles Weekly Register, May 28, 1814, page 314 Reprinting of Ontario Messenger, (Canandaigua, N.Y.) May 17, 1814 Alarm At The Mouth of the Genesee River - On Thursday evening last, the British fleet was discovered standing towards Charlotte …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Madison barracks Niles Weekly Register, Feb. 17, 1817, page 410 Madison barracks - The fine stone barracks just completed at Sackett's harbor capable of accommodating 2,000 men on a war establishment , and excellently fitted up were named "Madison Barracks" on the 8th of January, in honor of the battle ... Niles Weekly Register, Feb. 17, 1817, page 410 Madison barracks - The fine stone barracks just completed at Sackett's harbor capable of accommodating 2,000 men on a war establishment , and excellently fitted up were named "Madison Barracks" …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Extract of a letter from brigadier-general Gaines to the secretary of war Niles Weekly Register, Sat., June 18, 1814., page 265 Extract of a letter from brigadier-general Gaines to the secretary of war, dated Headquarters, Sackett's Harbor , May 31st, 1814 "I have the honor to transmit ... Niles Weekly Register, Sat., June 18, 1814., page 265 Extract of a letter from brigadier-general Gaines to the secretary of war, dated Headquarters, Sackett's Harbor , May 31st, 1814 "I have the honor to transmit ...Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Niles Weekly Register, Sat., June 25, 1814, page 280 Sackets Harbor, June 10. Sir. I have seen a letter published in your paper of the 7th instant, giving "further particulars of the affair of Sandy creek," which the inclosed order of the commanding general will correct. Captain Woolsey would not wear laurels won by and belonging to Major Appling … Sackets Harbor, June 10. Sir. I have seen a letter published in your paper of the 7th instant, giving "further particulars of the affair of Sandy creek," which the inclosed …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
