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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1808
Page
3
Walter Taylor responds to a January meeting at Capt. Daley's house with William Burney, detailing a disputed estate matter, accusations of insult and a physical altercation, and alleging Burney's slanderous conduct. He references earlier Augusta race disputes and references to depositions by local witnesses.
Thomas Daly, sworn before Justice John I To bler, testifies Walter Taylor and William Barney engaged in January at Mr Taylor's house. Barney allegedly used absurd language about Mr Taylor earlier that day, with further remarks noted in the proceeding.
April reports from Augusta note no major events since the last issue. Congress reportedly may adjourn soon though some doubt persists. New York plans aid for farmers amid embargo effects. Local elections see George S. Houston, James Sanders Walker, Nicholas Ware, and Walter Leicu Efq. named as candidates to fill Archibald Hatcher's vacancy in the state Legislature. Married notices for Samugn Wilkins and Joan Cocreans appear, along with other minor society items.
Subscribers declare Mr. Giege Scurlock a man of truth and punctual dealing. Signers include John Hughes, John Farrer, John Grinage and others noting prior extensive dealings and high regard for his honor.
In Richmond Fair a ten year old boy named Burden from the Angola country is missing. He stands about 4 feet 4 inches tall and wears two shirts red and white, denim overalls, and a cap. The owner requested compliance with the law to take him away. April A Rhode, Julor.
The notice states subscribers may purchase options on products including additions to the current assortment. It warns of sales and new offerings upcoming in the period.
In Richmond Jail a listed Black man and a Negro from Angola are described with clothing and age details and owners urged to claim them. Georgia court issues citation for Martha Heard estate administration and a July 1 deadline set by Ordinary Isaac Herbert with heirs and creditors admonished to appear.
In Georgia Lincoln County Wm Mosley applies for letters of administration on the estate of Edward Cowdey late of the county. Creditors and kindred are cited to appear at the office within the page’s age by law to show cause or letters may be granted. Given under my hand this 22nd day April 1808.
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