The enemy was not likely to delay attacking a force that had allowed him to cross the river in open day without firing a shot.
The position which Lieut.-Colonel St.George occupied is very good, and infinitely more formidable than the fort itself.
Should he therefore be compelled to retire, I know of no other alternative than his embarking in the king's vessels and proceeding to Fort Erie.
Were it possible to animate the militia to a proper sense of their duty, something might yet be done--but I almost despair.
Your excellency will readily perceive the critical situation in which the reduction of Amherstburg will place me.
I do not imagine General Hull will be able to detach more than I,000 men, but even with that trifling force I much fear he will succeed in getting to my rear.

The militia will not act without a strong regular force to set them the example; and as I must now expect to be seriously threatened, I cannot in prudence make strong detachments, which would not only weaken my line of defence, but, in the event of a retreat, endanger their safety.
I am now given to understand that General Hull's insidious proclamation, herewith enclosed, has already been productive of considerable effect on the minds of the people.

In fact, a general sentiment prevails, that with the present force resistance is unavailing.

I shall continue to exert myself to the utmost to overcome every difficulty.

Should, however, the communication between Kingston and Montreal be cut off, the fate of the troops in this part of the province will be decided.