CHAPTER XV.
Arrival of a Number of Canoes of the Northwest Company.--Sale of the Establishment at Astoria to that Company.--Canadian News.--Arrival of the British Sloop-of-War "Raccoon."--Accident on Board that Vessel.--The Captain takes Formal Possession of Astoria.--Surprise and Discontent of the Officers And Crew.--Departure of the "Raccoon."