Nothing definite is known; but they report a disastrous defeat, attributed to the untimely death of Lord Howe quite early in the expedition.

I cannot say what truth there may be in this, but I fear some great disaster has recently taken place.

It has made the General and his officers very stern and resolved.

England's honour has been sorely tarnished by these many defeats.

But I believe her star will rise again.
Louisbourg at least must fall ere long." Julian and Humphrey were both filled with sorrow and anxiety at this piece of news.