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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1809
Page
2
A fragment from a June 10 1809 letter by John Adams describes a perilous scene where rockets and flames surround a group as they ascend toward a theatre ceiling, then fall and land safely after a storm of bursts. Adams notes dangers to life and reputation, expressing relief at the landing and gratitude for safety.
The document reports a U S Proclamation by President James Madison noting that British Orders in Council of 1807 were not withdrawn as claimed and that trade restrictions remain. It includes guidance from the Treasury circular directing collectors to enforce the embargo with specific exemptions for vessels in ports and outlines suspension of seizures pending further congressional decision.
Baltimore reports from the Merchant's Coffee House describe the brig Mary-Ann from St Thomas and the schooner Ann-Eliza captured by a British brig and sent to Jamaica. Captain D. warns American adventurers after harsher treatment at St Thomas's and notes rumors of a coming war declaration by England. Also covered are remarks on the Jackson mission, currency debates, and European port policies affecting American vessels.
A scanned 1809 Warren County tax defaulters list names numerous individuals by district including Capt. Hixxs Diftria Capt. Arcuisen and Capt. Jacksons Distric plus several Johns, James, George and William names. The document closes with a certification by RAPTFORD BUG Ir dated August 26.
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