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The Rhode Island Republican
Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island
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Letter from Detroit reports American scouting party capturing 8 prisoners from River Thames, including British collaborator Francis Bauby, amid expectations of attack during War of 1812.
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A letter from a gentleman at Detroit, to his friend in this place, dated 5th Feb. says:
"A scouting party of our men have just returned from the river Thames, and have brought in 8 prisoners, among them is the famous Francis Bauby. I understand he has this day been examined by the commanding officer, and the excuse he makes is, that he was on his way to see his family; but it is well known that he was at the burning of Buffalo, as Mr. M'Comb, who is here now, saw him there; and it is also well known, that he has been Acting Deputy Quarter Master General to the British troops; this is clear proof to me that he is in advance of the army to procure the necessary provisions. We expect an attack, but are prepared to meet it."
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Detroit
Event Date
5th Feb.
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8 prisoners captured and brought in, including francis bauby who was examined by the commanding officer
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A scouting party returned from the river Thames with 8 prisoners, including Francis Bauby, accused of involvement in the burning of Buffalo and serving as Acting Deputy Quarter Master General to British troops, suspected of procuring provisions ahead of an expected attack; forces are prepared to meet it.