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Virginia Argus
Richmond, Virginia
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St. Louis reports strong patriotic fervor among citizens forming militia companies to counter threats from Indians or others. In nearby Goshen settlement, 101 mounted riflemen mobilized within 12 hours of a recent Indian-committed murder in the area. Lament over shortage of arms, suggesting government loans.
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It is a subject of great felicitation to reflect on the manly and patriotic spirit which inspires our citizens. Already we see several companies formed and forming, numbers are arming themselves, and if our militia officers only do their duty, we may count on a force equal to any emergency. We are happy to learn that our sister territory is not behind us in a determination to repel injuries from either civilized or a savage foe. In a comparatively small settlement (Goshen) 101 well equipped mounted riflemen were on the march, 12 hours after the late murder was committed in their neighborhood, by the Indians. We cannot but lament the want of arms on both sides of the river; surely government might loan some rifles, until the people could furnish themselves.
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Primary Location
Goshen
Event Date
July 25
Outcome
one murder committed by indians; 101 mounted riflemen mobilized and marched
Event Details
In Goshen settlement, 101 well-equipped mounted riflemen marched 12 hours after a murder by Indians in their neighborhood. Broader context of citizens in St. Louis and sister territory forming companies, arming themselves, and preparing militia to repel threats from civilized or savage foes, with lament over arms shortage.