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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1813
Page
2
Monroe and Barlow discuss Lincoln era tensions with Britain and France. They outline recent spoliations in American trade, degr eees against U S ships, and the need for redress and a peaceful accommodation with France. The letters note ongoing congressional debates and the potential for further measures.
Bevan and Howe of Calartates request the President designate a day of public humiliation and prayer for the safety and welfare of the United States. They urge fervent supplications to Almighty God for peace and blessing on arms, noting the speaker H Clay and Vice President E Gerry signatories from Washington in July 164 Te 813.
A proclamation invites nationwide observance on the second Thursday of September for public humiliation and prayer. It appeals to Almighty Power to bless the United States, bless its governance, and support arms, peace, and industry amid war and foreign pressures.
Readable fragments mention James Madison and a dated header July 23 in Washington. The text presents a damaged transcription referencing historical figures and events with no clear modern news context.
The House in committee debated an added appropriation for the Russian mission with amendments linking Adams compensation to British mediation and restricting Treasury involvement. A separate bill authorizing a $25 bounty to private armed vessel crews passed, with $50,000 appropriated, while other measures and elections were discussed and postponed.
The text condemns illicit relations with enemy forces and blockades against U S waters. It warns naval officers to interpose vigilantly against incursions by enemy fleets and shores. The fragmentary note references distant official duties and the seriousness of such offenses in wartime duties.
The Connecticut militia on duty at New London were dismissed not by War Department order but by an agreement among Connecticut Senators, Gov. Smith, and Gen Armstrong. Detachments will be called as needed, per this understanding, and a letter from Sackett’s Harbor notes the fleet sailed July 21 under Com. Chauncey. The British fleet’s Kingston status remains unconfirmed.
The letter notes arrivals of 500 of the twelve months regulars yesterday under command of Al Paul and thepilies described as healthy and handson of men.
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