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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1834
Page
7
Local discussion centers on the Bank of Chattahoochee amid rumors of suspension and possible reopening. Letters indicate the bank may resume payments in a few days, with Eli S. Shorter named president and Cary cashier. residents hope restoration will stabilize the community and local business.
A historical commentary questions a high level Treasury appropriation from the State Treasury and the President's picks. It savages the secretive action and lauds Dr. Duane as morally upright, disciplined, and capable, stressing the need for honest public service and restrained executive interference.
A moral drama unfolds as the Secretary resists President’s coercion over deposit removals. Flattery and a Russia posting offer are refused, upheld by steadfast honesty and duty. The narrative extols the act as a pinnacle of public virtue, contrasting with corrupt advisers.
The fifth day sweepstakes purse, best three in five, was won by Mr. Harrison's Jane Bertrand, beating her sole rival Lady Burke. The report comes from the Charleston Mercury via Messenger Correspondence and notes a brisk Southern racing scene.
Reports from the era cover force Act debates in the Senate, appeals court motions in Columbia, and reactions to New York City elections with rioting and wounds. Connecticut and Portland races show party shifts. ships, cargo losses, and ice trade praise readers with distant market notes.
The Havre market reports varied cotton sales this year with 2500 bales sold as steady business. On March 3 after heavy interior demand 3000 bales of American cotton were bought at an advance of 1 cent. The standout sale was 1300 bales Virginia from Richmond at 120 francs.
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