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Domestic News
March 22, 1813
Virginia Argus
Richmond, Virginia
What is this article about?
An express arrived to the Governor reporting enemy forces appearing at Hog Island, advancing up the river yesterday, forcing small vessels to flee, then anchoring below the island's bend. Suggestion issued for vessels downriver to return and halt clearances to lower ports.
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An express to the Governor arrived a little before 12 o'clock to day bringing the following information from below: -
"The enemy have made their appearance at Hog Island, and on yesterday proceeded up the river and compelled some small vessels to seek security by flight. At one time their movements indicated an intention to come some distance above the island, but finally, after coming to Swan's point, they dropped down again and anchored below the bend of the island—If they should have the rashness to attempt an inroad into the interior, we trust that we shall give them a red hot reception."
We take the liberty of suggesting to mariners and others the propriety of causing their vessels lying down the river to return, and all clearing out for ports below ought to be stopped.
An express to the Governor arrived a little before 12 o'clock to day bringing the following information from below: -
"The enemy have made their appearance at Hog Island, and on yesterday proceeded up the river and compelled some small vessels to seek security by flight. At one time their movements indicated an intention to come some distance above the island, but finally, after coming to Swan's point, they dropped down again and anchored below the bend of the island—If they should have the rashness to attempt an inroad into the interior, we trust that we shall give them a red hot reception."
We take the liberty of suggesting to mariners and others the propriety of causing their vessels lying down the river to return, and all clearing out for ports below ought to be stopped.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military
Shipping
What keywords are associated?
Enemy Appearance
Hog Island
River Advance
Vessels Flight
Swan\'S Point
Where did it happen?
Hog Island
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Hog Island
Event Date
Yesterday
Outcome
enemy anchored below the bend of the island
Event Details
The enemy appeared at Hog Island and proceeded up the river, compelling small vessels to flee. Their movements suggested intent to advance above the island but they anchored below the bend after reaching Swan's point.