of the officers who commanded the other ships engaged at the same time with himself in the attack of the enemy; but having equal means with his lordship of judging of the conduct of those officers, I do aver that it was highly meritorious." At that time his lordship had not the slightest suspicion that Lord Cochrane entertained any disapprobation of his (Lord Gambier's) conduct, though it would have been liberal and fair in him to have made such a communication. . Never was there a service in the execution of which greater discretion was requisite. The effect had exceeded his most sanguine expectation, and, he believed, that of the whole fleet. His lordship's very able defence concluded as folLows:-"From this examination of the charge in all its details, the following deductions may be drawn,

"First, That during the whole of this service the most unwearied attention was applied by me to its main object-the destruction of the enemy's flect.

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Secondly, That in no part of the service was more zeal and exertion shewn, than during the 12th of April, when I had necessarily in view two objects-the destruction of the enemy's fleet, and also the preservation of that under my command; for the extreme difficulties in approaching an enemy, closely surrounded by shoals, and strongly defended by batteries, rendered caution in my proceed ings peculiarly necessary.

"Thirdly, That three out of the seven of the enemy's ships a-ground on the Palais, were, from their first being on shore, totally out of the reach of the guns of any of the ships of the fleet that might have been sent in; and that at no time whatever, either sooner or later, could they have been attacked.

"Fourthly, That the other four of the eleven ships of which the enemy's fleet

consisted were never in a situation to be assailed after the fire-ships had failed in their main objects.

"These are the points on which I rest my justification, trusting that it will appear to the Court, upon their review of my whole case, that I did take the most effectual measures for destroying the

enemy's fleet; that neither neglect no unnecessary delay did take place in th execution of this service; and, on th contrary, that it was owing to the tim chosen by me for sending a force in t make the attack, that the service was ac complished with so very inconsiderabl a loss. Had I pursued any of the mer sures deemed practicable and proper i the judgment of Lord Cochrane, I ar firmly persuaded the success attendig this achievement would have proved mo dearly bought than any yet recorded in oi naval annals; and, far from accomplishir the hopes of my country, or the expect tions of the Admiralty, must have disa pointed both. If such, too, were foundation of his lordship's prospects, is just they should vanish before the perior considerations attending a servit involving the naval character and me important interests of the nation.

"I conclude by observing, that service actually performed has been. great importance, as well in its imm diate effects, as in its ultimate conseque ces; for the Brest fleet is so reduced, to be no longer effective. It was up this fleet the enemy relied for the succo and protection of their West India co nies; and the destruction of their shi was effected in their own harbour, sight of thousands of the French; and congratulate myself and my country, th this important service has been effecte under Providence, with the loss of on ten men killed, 35 wounded, and on missing; and not even one of the smal est of our vessels employed has been di abled from proceeding on any servic that might have become necessary. Th extent of difficulties and prospect of dai ger in this enterprise were extreme, an the gallantry and determined spirit those engaged most conspicuous. Thes merits, and these difficulties, ought no to be depreciated on account of the in considerable loss sustained on the occa sion. I by no means seek to arrogate to myself any merit by these observe tions; but I make them as a tribute o praise due to the zealous services of the brave officers and men under my com mand, and with a view of pointing out

how justly they are entitled to the gratitude of their country."

The following witnesses were called in behalf of Lord Gambier, and examined, viz. Mr Edward Fairfax, Mr Stokes, Captain Bligh, Admiral Stopford, Lieutenant Hawkins, Sir Harry Neale, Captain Hardyman, Captain Seymour, Captain Newcombe, &c. whose testimony in general Was strongly and decidedly in Lord Gambier's favour. The Court then re-examined some witnesses on particular points, and on the ninth day, (August 4th,) the president addressed Lord Gambier, desiring to know if his lordship had any thing further to offer to the Court.

Lord Gambier replied, that he had nobing more to add, but requested the paper which he then presented to the Court aight be read, which being assented to y the Court, the judge-advocate read as follows:

"Mr President-I closed my evidence a Wednesday, in the full persuasion that, aving established every part of my deence, it was unnecessary for me to exaine further witnesses, the more espeially, as I had called all the officers who ere in Aix Roads, and had been activeengaged in the attack on the enemy. heir testimony would, I conceive, be ore acceptable to the Court than that fother witnesses, deriving their knowage from subsequent information.

The Court, however, in the exercise f its discretion, thought proper to call the remaining witnesses. I heartily ejoice that nothing has been omitted to ender the inquiry most complete. It is ath no inconsiderable degree of satisfacon that I find in their depositions testiony equally honourable to me with that f the officers before examined. "Some positions laid down by two of ese witnesses have been so completely futed by other evidence brought forward, hat I feel myself confirmed in my opinion, at the measures I pursued for the atLack of the enemy were those best calcuated for the advantageous attainment of he object in view.

(Signed)

Lord Cochrane being then called before he Court, the president acquainted his

lordship, that he had received his lordship's letter, upon which the Court having deliberated, had determined, that, as it did not in any way relate to the subject matter of the charges against Lord Gambier, they could not enter upon the subject of it.

Lord Cochrane requested that this lettor might be entered upon the minutes of the proceedings.

The president replied, that the Court would consider of it.

The Court was then cleared, and after upwards of three hours deliberation, was again opened, when the president informed Lord Cochrane, that the Court had taken his lordship's request, that his note to him (the president) should be entered upon the minutes of the Court, into consideration, and agreed that it should be entered upon the minutes of these proceedings.

The letter was then read, as follows:"Having learned from my brother offi cers, that a report has gone abroad that I censured in general terms the conduct of the officers employed in the Road of Aix on the 12th of April, I wish to have an opportunity to declare the truth on oath, considering reports of that nature highly injurious to the service of our country.

"I am also desirous to lay before the Court the orders given to the fire-ships for their guidance, as these will tend to elucidate and clear some who consider that blame has been imputed to them. "I have the honour to be, &c. (Signed) "COCHRANE." "Admiral Sir R. Curtis, president."

ing a 32 and 24-pounder, and 46 men, six have been brought out, and one sunk; and the whole of the ships and vessels (twelve in number) under their protection, laden with powder and provisions for the Russian army, brought out, and a large armed ship taken and burnt. I have deeply to lament the loss of many men killed and wounded, and especially that most valuable officer Lieutenant Hawkey, who, after taking one gun-boat, was killed by a grape-shot, in the act of boarding the second. No praise from my pen can do adequate justice to this lamented young man: as an officer, he was active, correct, and zealous to the highest degree: the leader in every kind of enterprise, and regardless of danger, be delighted in whatever could tend to promote the glory of his country. His last words were, "Huzza! push on! England for ever!"

Mr Hawkey had been away in the boats on different services since last Monday, accompanied by Lieutenant Vernon, whose conduct in this affair has been highly exemplary, and shewn him worthy to be the companion of so heroic man. But while I am induced to menon the name of Mr Vernon, from his

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constant services with Mr Hawkey, feel that every officer, seaman, and mafine, has a claim to my warmest praises, and will, I trust, obtain your favourable recommendation to the Lords Commisoners of the Admiralty. Lieutenant Charles Allen, of the Bellerophon, was dhe senior officer after Mr Hawkey's

leath.

I have just been informed that Lieutenant Stirling, of the Prometheus, who was severely wounded, is since dead. His conduct in this affair was very conspicuus, and Captain Forrest speaks highly in praise of the zeal and activity of his services on every occasion. I am sure you will readily believe that Captain For rest did not witness the preparation for the attack without feeling an ardent desire to command it, but I was obliged to resist his pressing importunity, as a matter of justice to Mr Hawkey.

The Russians have suffered severely in this conflict: the most moderate state

ling.

Total killed and wounded.—Implacable, 6 killed, 17 wounded.-Bellerophon, 3 killed, 11 wounded.-Melpomene, 5 killed, 6 wounded.-Prometheus, 3 killed, 3 wounded.-Total, 17 killed, 37 wounded.

At the County-Hall, Newcastle, on Wednesday, the interesting cause between the Duke of Northumberland and R. W. Grey, Esq., relative to the right of his grace to the mines, and power to work the same, under the copyhold estate of the latter at Backworth, within the manor of Tynemouth, came on, for the third time, before Mr Justice Chambre and a special jury. After a number of ancient deeds of the Northumberland family had been examined, a fatal error in the duke's pleadings was discovered, it being stated that his grace was possessed of the mines and manor in fee, whereas the estate being entailed, he is only tenant for life; and consequently a verdict was The great and long-depending ques entered for Mr Grey, the defendant. tion between the Earl of Carlisle and the corporation of Morpeth was on Thursday last decided at the same court, in favour of his lordship, in an action of ejectment, in which it was finally determined that the whole of

Morpeth High Common is the property of his lordship.

TRANQUEBAR TAKEN.- -Sir Edward Pellew, who lately arrived in England in the Culloden, with the East India fleet, was so fortunate as to hear of the rupture with the Danes while at sea, soon after its breaking out; and upon this information set sail for the Danish settlement at Tranquebar, in the East Indies, and took it by surprise. Admiral Drury arrived there from England some time after, with a force to take it, but found Sir Edward Pellew in possession. Sir Edward has returned to England, with a fortune of between forty and fifty thousand pounds by this enterprise.

6th.-SEIZURE OF GOLD.-Information having been given of the intention to export gold to the continent, certain officers proceeded this day on board the Hope, in the river, bound to the continent, and without hesitation went to the secret hidingplace of the vessel, and there found 29 bags of gold, which they took away. The money was not counted, and therefore the exact sum was not ascertained, but it must have amounted to several thousand pounds: Besides this, they found some India goods, which had not been entered. None but the captain knows to whom the gold belongs. The brokers for the ship are ready to attest their ignorance of the transaction, in the most solemn manner. It is not to be wondered at that gold should be so scarce, which is certainly the fact, as it has long borne a premium in this country, for the purpose of exportation. Perhaps the persons so trafficking in gold are not aware of the heavy penalty they are liable to.

11th. This evening, about nine 'clock, the streets of Glasgow were

most brilliantly illuminated by a meteor, or ball of fire. Its passage was almost instantaneous, and the appearance was very similar to that which would have been produced by inflaming a quantity of gunpowder at a considerable height. The meteor was also observed at Edinburgh, but in a slighter degree.

CORONER'S INQUEST.-An inqui sition was taken this day at the Bowling-green public-house, Somers town, on the body of Smith, who was killed in a battle with one Jones on Wednesday. It appeared in evidence, that the parties were workmen at a brick-kiln. They had fought twice before, and the deceased was in both battles much beaten. He gave the challenge in this instance, and gave Jones no alternative but to fight. After a contest of half an hour, the deceased fell, from a blow on the side, and was carried away. It appeared, however, that he died by a fall. Ver dict-Manslaughter.

Such has been the demand for small arms for the grand expedition, that an order has been made by the Board of Ordnance for 22,000 mus kets to be sent from the depot at Weedon. This requisition was recei ved on Saturday se'ennight, and the whole was packed in cases and sert off for London on Monday morning, by canal boats. On this occasion nearly two companies of the Bedford militia, stationed at Weedon, were employed on the duty. The arms will be re-placed from Birmingham. Upwards of 120 pieces of artillery are said to be at the above depot, with ammunition, waggons, forges, &c., all in perfect order for imme diate service.

GRAND EXPEDITION.-The fol lowing are the details of the progress of the expedition, to which the hopes