Hillsborough (NC) Recorder

June 19, 1861

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            A COURAGEOUS VIRGINIAN—It is reported that Capt. Wm. H. Worth, of Pittsylvania, while on a solitary scouting expedition, a day or two since, in the neighborhood of Yorktown, unconsciously got inside of the enemy’s pickets, and was surprised by two men in ambush, who started up in his rear and commanded him to surrender.  Captain W. turned his horse and approached them, which led them to believe that he was about to obey the command.  This however he never dreamed of; but suddenly drawing his pistol, shot first one and then the other, dead.  It is stated that the two luckless Yankees were mounted upon mules.  The report seems to be well authenticated, and those who are acquainted with the brave reputation of Capt. W. can readily believe it.