McNab is about 2,500 strong and constantly increasing. I replied to him that I should communicate with you immediately, as also with the governor of this State, and that everything which could would be done to maintain a strict neutrality.
I learn that persons here are engaged in dislodging one or more steamboats from the ice, and, as is supposed, with a view to aid in the patriot expedition.
I am, sir, with great consideration, your obedient servant,
N. GANON,
United States Marshal, Northern District of New York,
WASHINGTON, January 8, 1838.
To the House of Representatives of the United States:
In answer to the resolution of the House of Representatives of the 5th instant, respecting the capture[7] and restoration of the Mexican brig of war the General Urrea, I transmit reports from the Secretaries of State and the Navy.
M. VAN BUREN.
WASHINGTON, January 8, 1838.
To the House of Representatives of the United States: