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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1813
Page
6
The public prints have circulated rumors about an armistice being negotiated or concluded. We state that we believe the rumor to be entirely without foundation. Washington Oct might be misread as Meg e.
New York reports Capt Lawrence aboard the U S Sloop Hornet engaged the British brig Peacock off Demerara on Feb 25, dismasting her and causing her sinking. Peacock losses: 6 killed, 39 wounded, several drowned. Hornet: 1 killed, 6 wounded with one dying, three Hornet crew drowned. Hornet seized a brig with dry goods and 24,000 in specie destroyed the vessel. Captains Lawrence and Waterman provide official accounts.
An extract from Mellish's Travels contrasts British farm tenure with American farm ownership. It portrays Scottish leases as long and fragile, binding tenants with ruin if ousted, while American farmers own land, gain credit, and enjoy political equality. It notes higher earnings for American laborers and cheaper living, contrasting with Britain’s limited prospects and compulsory soil bondage.
An extract from a February 7 letter by Gov Lidwaras describes that on February 9 ten Indians, likely those seen recently, killed two families at the mouth of Cash River. The letter notes four more trails found, questions Vincennes rangers for missing the raiders, and calls for preemptive tours by ranging companies to guard settlements.
From Franklinson on March 2 an extract of a February 16 1813 letter from Kaskaskia reports General Harrison and his suite arriving from the Rapids with plans to organize the spring campaign. Indians are gathering on the Mississippi and Illinois rivers with Dixon of Michilimackinac at their head and possible British support. A fleet at the river mouth could aid their goal of control and plunder.
Albany Argus notes spy captured while heading to enemy with fortifications plans and ship dispositions. He was tried by a jury and sentenced to the ring. Reports from Sackett Harbor describe strong fortifications, large militia, and preparations for the campaign. The Kingston force is estimated at 9000 and British tensions mount as winter ice thaws.
A letter from near Sacket's Harbor dated March 12 describes an alarm from Ogdenburgh about 10,000 regular troops moving from the Canada side toward Kingston. General Dearborn orders a brush fence around the land side of the village, roads blocked with trees, and all armed men called to the field.
A British fleet of 19 line ships and several frigates arrived at Bermuda from England. Two 74 gun ships pressed near Egg Island in the Delaware during the Wednesday morning. the brig Concord and the Steelwaggon arrived 46 days from Lisbon. A midshipman and seven men were boarded from a tender of the blockading squadron and examined alongside Commodore Steelwaggon. the John Dickinson was detained the same day.
From Norfolk dated March 22 and other notices in the Richmond furniture page, Col Randolph reports English fleet in the Roads with the Russian Consul and secretary. A passport has been issued for an American vessel to St Petersburg to reach our minister and seek peace. An armistice is hoped for upon Washington's reply. Admiral Cockburn can finalize the armistice and lift the blockade. The Russian legation seeks talks in Russia with a Minister Extraordinary to open peace negotiations.
Ledger Office reports a flag of truce anchored below the forts. Despatches from her are landed from Admiral Warren to General Taylor. The issue is connected to the mission of Mr Swertchkoff who was met by the flag.
In a Baltimore Whig editorial the author denounces Americans who preach defence yet oppose funding. They shun contributing themselves while publicizing war as unjust and casting doubt on the government’s faith, revealing supposed federalism as a cloven foot.
A waterfront telegram from Warcuman Office dated March 20 1813 warns Lewistown Delaware to provide twenty five bullocks with vegetables and hay for the Poictieres under Commodore Beresford or risk town destruction. Governor Haslett orders military readiness to resist the demand.
The Office of the Watchman reports a letter from Lewistown dated March 23 1813 addressed to the Governor of Delaware and the state military commander citing requests for improvements and earliest possible actions since arrival.
Governor Joseph Haslet writes to a rival nation stating that complying with a demand to destroy the town would violate Delaware laws and stain the nation. He signals awaiting a reply and emphasizes intent to preserve the state's honor and safety.
Commodore Jess Beresford writes to Governor Joseph Haslet about a flag of truce and his demand on Lewistown in the Delaware river area. He defends the request as proper to ensure security and notes that inhabitants must comply or face consequences.
A charity schooner named GUATIN commanded by Capt. Joan Sinniman exploded while cleaning muskets on deck. The vessel sank after the blast, with several crew injured and some missing. five severely wounded. Rescue boats acted quickly, and rescuers were commended for their efforts.
In Philadelphia District Court a wager contract between Joseph Clark and William West concerned forfeiting 990 dollars if Congress shows our Executive did or did not forward a remonstrance to the British Court via Osage. The jury ruled for Clark at 990 dollars and delivered a letter to the court noting their oath and the evidence.
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