Correspondence over Dispatches Between Secretaries and Mr Jackson
In the National Intelligencer letter, Mr Jackson claims the 23d Jan dispatch to Mr Erskine set the only terms for a treaty with this country. Mr Smith denies such prior declaration and notes that if known, no arrangement could have been made. Further letters allegedly repeat the insinuation, prompting a warning to limit communications and advise the government of any future dealings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tate
Jackson
Extraordinary moment tests negotiations with Britain
A contemporary piece discusses ongoing talks with Britain, condemning a minister’s insulting insinuations about the American government. It argues for unity between federal and people, hopes loyal federal leaders support the administration, and questions federal reception of the rupture in negotiations.
Public duty and patriotism urged to serve country
The writer urges sincerity in professions and patriotism and questions whether public officials will seize the noble opportunity to serve. The public awaits correspondence between the secretary of state and Mr Jackson, to be presented to Congress at the session opening.
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Jackson
Congress
Ferry disaster sparks call for steam boats in New York
The Pow les Hook Ferry Boat capsized killing citizen Del aplaine on Monday. The City Corporation plans a contract with Mr Fulton to introduce steam ferries with stable design to prevent overrunning and sinking, offering safer passage for Jersey and travelers and supporting public confidence.
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New York
Powles Hook
Delaplaine
Jersey
Fulton
The House of Brunswick and U S Senator Election
The British royal family earns substantial annual Britain payments, valued as ample support for many, while Maryland elected General Smith to the U S Senate, defeating John Eager Howard with 53 votes to 9, scattering 33, signaling Republican triumph and criticized Britain-admiring factions.
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General Smith
Repub
John Eager Howard
Red
Smith
U.S
Maryland
G. Britain
Timothy
Britain
British minister plan after passport seizure in Alexandria
Nov. 15 report states Mr. Jackson has secured his passports and will depart with family and entourage. Some expect Mr. Oakley to stay as Charge des Affaires, but opinion says no one will remain in that role and Britain may not send another minister given current circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Oakley
Libel Suit Decided Against Francis Adancourt Editor
A libel action decided before Hon Ambrose Spencer on the Wright versus Adancourt case. The Farmers Register charge alleged Wright wore an affidavit to delay a trial with Charles Seldon, implying perjury. Verdin awarded eight hundred dollars damages plus costs.
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Ambrose Spencer
John C. Wright
Troy Gazette
Francis Adancourt
Farmer’s Register
Farmers Register
Wright
Charles Seldon
Verdin
Michigan Supreme Court Record Cites Governor Hull Remittance Incident
Grand jurors allege Governor William Hull signed a remittance for a fine imposed by the Territory’s Supreme Court on February 27, 1809, acting without lawful authority. The report accompanies Spain news noting Cadiz distress, Junta decline, and English emigration, plus a Corner Stone ceremony for Rickewap Academy with a silver plate inscription.
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Territory OF Michigan
Supreme Court
Fats
William Hull
Territory of
Michigan
John Whippie
Rickweap Academy
Corner Stone Laying And Civil Rights News From 1809
The corner stone for an education fund is laid November 7 1809 during John Tyler governor's term with the Council of State the Richmond mayor and Free Masons present The institution is funded by a lottery and voluntary gifts Also a New York Public Advertiser summary notes a court martial led to privately reprimand Captain Bennet over a frontier deserter chase with British officers and internal belief of sanctioned aid
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John Tyler
Commonwealth
Council OF State
Richmond
Society of Free Masons
Bennet
New York Public Advertiser
Vermont
Palmetto Wood Sheathing Superior To Copper For Vessels
Col. Shubrick of South Carolina reports Palmetto wood as an effective ship sheathing, lasting 6 to 7 years in warm climates where pine lasts 2 and copper 5. An award of a gold medal from the South Carolina Agricultural Society honors his discovery.
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Col. Shubrick
S.C
Carolinas
Agricultural Society of
S. C
Destruction Proposed by Congreve Arrows in Dutch Ports
From the London Whig of September 1809 reports despair at capturing Dutch ports and claims plans to destroy ships with Congreve rockets. The notice laments the sanguinary state of warfare and questions where this will lead.
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Congreve
Reflections on Maritime Power and Human Carnage in War
The author questions a nation’s maritime dominance and the risk to foreign shores from conflicts. He ponders retaliation against bloodshed and cites historical cautions such as French actions at Bantry Bay. The piece blends moral critique with religious sentiment, opposing fanaticism while valuing a rational, humane faith.
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Spain
United States
Cadiz
Spanish
South America
Old Spain
Bonaparte
New World
Virg. Argus
Bat
Cannes
Bantry Bay
Fider
True Happiness and Cabinet Divisions Over America Policy
The piece argues happiness from virtue and heaven forming a base for public trust while detailing cabinet rifts. It cites lord Hawkesbury favoring strict navigation laws and US trade exclusion, and reports board objections to American port access in the East Indies. It warns trade with America might threaten East India trade and government revenue.
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Lord Hawkesbury
America
Board of Contros
East Indies
Board of Directors
China Mat
East India Company
Monnet Requests Relief From Walcheren Command
Gen Monnet, the late Walcheren governor, sought relief from Bonaparte due to the climate and risk to his life. Bonaparte refused with a laconic reply noting that they die everywhere.
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Monnet
Walcheren
Bonaparte
Monnen
Aurora
Indigo Dye Vat and Coastal News From London to St Bartholomews
A recipe for a 150 gallon Indigo dye vat with best indigo and green copperas. lime must be finely fitted and mixed for two days. Baltimore reports a British proclamation opening British ports to neutrals and approving neutral trade in provisions. The Liberty, a British ship, sails from Liverpool to Amelia in 41 days. An anecdote about a gentleman returning a glove with a verse, and a London note that Lord Collingwood, ill and homebound, has amassed a large prize fortune and a successor named.
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St. Bartholomews
Baltimore
London
Lord Collingwood
J. T. Duckworth
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Chesapeake
Erskine
Thom
Federal Party
The
House OF Brunswick
Wirtemberg
P. L
England
Wales
Senate
U. S
Union
Alexandria
Situation OF Spain
London Whig
Reliques
Liberty
Popmen
Liverpool
Amelia
Times
John Page
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