at large, inasmuch, as it holds
out a pernicious example of desertion, and above all, is calculated to
excite a jealous electioneering spirit, and create enmity between
the yeomanry troops, whose utility and value to the country depend on
unanimity and mutual good will.

"Resolved--That the above resolution, together with the following letter
signed by the Chairman in the name of the meeting, be forwarded to Henry
Hartley, Esq.:

"'Sir--Having associated for the safety and quiet of this portion of the
country, aa well as for the protection of our families and properties,
we feel ourselves particularly called upon, on an occasion like the
present, to stand forward and repel the attack made upon this loyal
corps, and, indeed, on the whole body of yeomanry throughout this
kingdom--in spiriting away, by your letters and undue influence, some
of our members, and attempting to procure others to be withdrawn from a
corps already enrolled, armed, and complete. Be assured, sir, we shall
be at all times ready, and happy to afford every assistance in
the formation of any new corps in our neighborhood, provided this
co-operation shall have no effect in diminishing our own.

"'We, therefore, call upon you to reflect on the measures you have
taken and are taking, and not to persevere in the error of keeping such
deserters from our troop as have joined yours; as we shall in the case
of your persisting to do so, most certainly publish the whole course
of your proceedings in this matter for the satisfaction of our loyal
brethren throughout the kingdom, and leave them to decide between you
and us.

"'Philip M'Clutchy, Chairman.
"'Valentine M'Cldtchy, Captain.
"'Richard Armstrong, Second Lieutenant.
"'Robebt M'bullet.
"'Charles Cartridge.
"'Boniface Buckram.
"'Dudley Fulton, Secretary.'"

To these documents, which were so artfully worded as to implicate
Hartley without openly committing themselves, that gentleman having
already had the understanding with Lord Cumber of which our readers are
already cognizant made the following brief reply.

"'To Richard Armstrong, Esq., second Lieutenant of the Castle Cumber
Cavalry:--

"Sir: I have received two resolutions passed at a meeting of your
troop in Castle Cumber, and regret to say, for the sake of the Yeomanry
service of the country, that I cannot send any communication to
those who bear the two first names on your committee. I trust I am a
gentleman, and that I shall not kno