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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1811
Page
3
The article records a division in a British debate over delays and maritime rights with the United States. J Lard Liverpool states no country was singled out and a desire for amicable, fullest commercial ties while admitting past missteps and accidental tensions.
The article reports on harsh orders signed by the Duke of Dalmatia to suppress uprisings in occupied provinces, declaring rebels as raiders to be tried and shot. It also notes Col. Cuthing and Col. Sparks’ arrests near Fort Stoddard, Spanish possession of Mississippi, and a debate in London over the Fox case and Orders in Council reflecting British policy shifts.
Excerpt details retaliatory decrees issued by the Spanish Regency against French and Spanish combatants. It condemns executions by hanging and arson, threatens rulers, and cites Cadiz August 15 1810. The piece criticizes Napoleon and laments the harsh war turning Spain into a battleground for vengeance.
A Washington report states President plans a new Secretary of State selection this week. It notes James Monroe as a potential influence and mentions the ongoing discussions shaping U.S. foreign policy.
A Philadelphia to Charleston letter dated March 29 reports a brig captain captured by a French privateer off Bordeaux early February. The privateer, polite, showed owners instructions forbidding interference with American ships, and claimed the Berlin and Milan decrees no longer in force. Privateer left Bordeaux January 29. This corroborates other reports and suggests higher cotton prices.
A Coroner's Inquest determined Mr Cuarcets BLoop died from drinking laudanum after a dispute over alleged thefts. He was about 60 and regarded as of good character. A note to his accuser claimed innocence and asserted the accuser robbed him of 21 dollars and 87.5 cents. The Herald article notes disputed publication by the Hexary and requests suspension of public judgment.
Subscribers to the Nimrod Club were to meet at Spring Hill on Saturday for the purpose of choosing a president vice president and secretary in order of the Club.
The entity expresses gratitude to the public for liberal support since starting business in the city. It pledges continued diligent service and faithful attention to customers, with hopes for future prosperity and trust from patrons.
The Warren County Grand Jury thanks Judge Warner for his conduct and presents grievances on poor road conditions due to improper land distribution among overseers. They urge proportional land distribution at the next Inferior Court meeting and reforms to the Judiciary and election mechanics. They ask the Augusta Chronicle to publish the presentments.
Listing of new stock includes calicoes, furniture, ginghams, cambrick, dress fabrics, handkerchiefs, shawls, ribbons, laces, threads, ready made vests, shirts, slippers, pumps, writing paper and more. April 19 1811.
The Subscriber Pate Having been appointed Steward at Mount Enon Academy informs the public he has opened a boarding house for the reception of pupils and the accommodation of transient persons. He trusts to give entire satisfaction to boarders, whether constant or occasional, Gustavus Kennedy. April 19.
A father seeks news of Urania Motheau born 1798 in New York, lost in Jeremie during the 1804 massacre in Santo Domingo. Suspected survivor may be in New York or New Orleans or with a Combray daughter. Information should be sent to Augustus Cabbanus of Edenton North Carolina.
In Lincoln County Georgia Betsey Ellis applies for letters of administration on the estate of John Fligdet. The petition requests appointment of an administrator to manage the decedent's affairs and settle debts. Community records indicate forthcoming steps and court actions to finalize the estate.
A sheriff sale in Greenborough County lists three 2024 acre land tracts drawn in late land lotteries, a town lot in Greensborough, and numerous enslaved people including Peter and Will. Personal property includes horses, furniture, silverware, and household items. The sale, in May, is to satisfy a Federal Court judgment, with payment required in cash.
Sheriff W Wilkins lists court-ordered sales including 200 acres on Kiokee waters and 219 acres on Germanys Creek with adjoining lands, 400 acres on Germanys Creek, a lot near Columbia court house, a negro boy Allen thirteen, a riding chair harness, and a Moses the enslaved man. Auctions occur under executions for multiple creditors including Simms and the administrator pairs of Few, Germany, and Matthias. Sale date appears as April 5.
A finely crafted Porig clock valued at 300 dollars failed to run for 17 days, yet remains praised as a premier example of workmanship. The piece features a triangular inlay and intricate corner forms, with display at Mr. Paarl Broad.Sucet. April 5.
J R Airlamb has relocated his bindery to the Chronicle Office where he will continue his trade in all branches. The note appears in the merchants’ rule section dated February 9.
Fragmentary note mentions land acres and a November date in 1751 810 referencing Henry Levgget and the benefit of heirs under a temperance context.
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