Broadestreet publication at Mason ic Hall area
The notice notes a weekly Saturday publication from No 261 Broadestreet located opposite Masonic Hall.
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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1836
Page
5
The notice notes a weekly Saturday publication from No 261 Broadestreet located opposite Masonic Hall.
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Augusta health notes record eighteen deaths in the city last month with ten whites and eight blacks. The Bank of Augusta names directors for the coming year and Jos Moone is re-elected president. The Georgia Courier reports a new editor, and a horse race for $10,000 was won by Hickory John over Miss Medley. race conditions noted.
The Georgia Journal reports Col Jarius C Arrona of Troup county has been nominated by the Republican Party to fill the congressional vacancy caused by Col Owns resignation. The election is set for the first Monday in January next as a test of party principles amid debate over the party name and its meaning. The piece lauds Arrona as fearless and eloquent while criticizing monopolies and exclusive privileges.
The piece extols a powerful Southern message, lauding its patriotism and the author’s genius. It contrasts Georgian valor with rival partisans, links the author to Georgia’s memory, and notes Col. Cannows refused credit for his prize cotton generosity to a Free School.
Citizens urge an independent road from Greene Street head to the cross road near Hawk's Gully to shorten travel to the Sand Hills. The plan promises shade trees and reduced wagon traffic, easing summer rides and benefiting public health and local property holders. The proposal implies city support if Sand Hills residents help fund it.
Augusta Battalion under Maj. A. H. Pembrmon paraded on Greene Street and was reviewed by Brig. Gen. Summons. The two volunteer companies, Richmond Blues and Augusta Guards, plus three militia companies, all bore arms. Praised for order and drill, with credit to Maj. Peainsman. a new Rifle Corps honor in honor of Gen. Cirnon planned. Also: political commentary on Georgia Legislature surplus, Bowie knife incident, Virginia loss, Creek executions, and cotton market notes with local ad jOurnals.
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