War News and Imperial Ruin Referenced in Augusta Chronicle
A 1842 Augusta Chronicle EXTRA outlines British and French actions near Burgos and Moscow. It notes Wellington's defiance with 41,000 troops, a new US writ process, Harrison and Chandler nominations, and Moscow’s fall to Bonaparte after the Kremlin’s fires. It also describes the Kremlin’s vast complex and its emptied churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogura
Hisbory
Wellington
Burgos
Kremlin
Bopsparté
Opgrand
New London Welcomes Commodore Decatur After Macedonian Victory
The New London mayor and corporation presented Commodore Decatur with a formal address after his capture of the British frigate Macedonian aboard the United States. The message lauded his bravery and humane conduct toward prisoners, praising the victory and the American navy’s glory. A list followed naming crew members killed and wounded in the engagement and their home ports.
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Macedonia
Decatur
U. S
United States
Corporation
New London
ew-London
Vidhail
H. B
Jeremiah G. Brainard
Decour
U. States
Anthony
Frgate
Thomas Brown
Boaiswain
Maje
Enly Shepherd
Philadelphis
Iliam
Murray
Boston
Bay
Striking of the Macedonian and naval action details
The account describes the October 25 engagement with the frigate Macedonian. The British ship exchanged fire at close range, reports 104 enemy killed and wounded, seven of our crew killed with several wounded, and the Macedonian struck after a 47 minute battle. The text notes the enemy had wind advantage and that we left Montagu Lighthouse, awaiting further word. It ends with exhortations on broader European conflict and a prayer for the Russian Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tongi
Allen
J. M. Turk
Dhee
Esa
Montaug Light-House
Joyful House of Delegates Adopts Immediate Adjournment Resolution
On sending the above letter in the House of Delegate s this day the greatest joy was visible in the countenances of the members. It was entered on the Journal and a resolution for no immediate adjournment unanimously adopted.
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House of
Alexander's Resolve Amid Threats To Face Disasters
The manifesto asserts Alexander remains determined to defend himself despite surrounding threats. It states his courage has not failed and he retains complete confidence in ultimate success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander
Russian Imperial Manifesto on Moscow Fall
The document proclaims Moscow occupied on September 3 but declares the empire unbowed. It cites 300000 invading troops, heroism of Russian forces, desertions and hunger decimating the enemy, and vows to block provisions and defend laws, religion, and liberty to the last drop of blood.
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Moscow
Russian Empire
Russia
Resignation of Secretary of War Accepted
The prize frigate Macedona did not miss Newport on Wednesday last. It reports that Hone Wom Eastis tendered his resignation as Secretary of War to the President on the 3d instant, and that the request of the President led him to remain to handle current duties until a successor is named.
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Voxx
Newport
Stis
U. States
Easti
Invasion of Canada Report From Canandaigua Letter
A December 4 Canandaigua letter reports volunteers in Canada with 360 tailors and others who seized two small batteries spiked cannon and captured about 30 prisoners. The army formed in battle-array near Niagara and was ordered to return to camp.
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Canandaigua
Canada
Nigara
Nat
Intel
Northern Army Movements Near Canada Reported
An Albany letter excerpt notes a Plattsburg visitor saying militia moved toward Canada and regulars would follow. A Pittsburgh relative confirms the report. Residents expect a potential action by the northern army soon as Quarter Major General Lewis left the city for northern headquarters.
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Albany
Plattsburg
Plattsburgh
Canada Line
Pittsburgh
Canada
Lewis
Simy
Memoranda from Halifax and Atlantic Shipping News
Boston reports Halifax dispatches noting Bermuda naval movements and prisoner exchanges after a period of severe weather. Ships like Regulator arrive from Halifax to ports in New England with crews from vessels captured by the Liverpool Packet. British ships and men of war are preparing to sail from Bermuda. price comments on flour and meat show slack demand.
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F.lowing
Bermuda
Porthmouth
N. H
Carter
Regulator
Kennebunk
Halifax
Liverpool Packet
Alveida
Laurestinns
England
Junon
Swiftsure
New York
Poictiers
Belvidera
Shannon
Teredes
Nymph
Acasta
John Warren
San Domingo
Statira
Orpheus
Wanderer
Clarence
Chatham
Romilus
Magician
Authorization of six percent stock subscription and exchange
Under authority, a subscription to old six percent and deferred stocks is authorized with books open at the Treasury and by loan commissioners on specified dates. Subscriptions transfer by cash transfer, certificates issued, and six percent interest payable quarterly from subscription. Redemption at U.S. option after December 31, 1824, with conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
House of Representatives
United States
Anti
Juansy
Orion
Treasury
Joans
Icans
Warde
Monroe Letter Mentions Halifax Dispatch and Dignitaries
The Halifax despatch records arrivals including Lauristinus and Jubilee passengers from Lathryda. Sir John Wentworth and Mr. Ford travel as governor and companion. Admiral Sawyer sails to England with other officials and clergy. A Sicily skeleton near Mazara, ten feet three inches, is noted as a notable antiquarian inquiry.
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Monroe
J. B. Warren
Halifax
Jubilee
Lathryda
Sir John Wentworth
Mr. Ford
Admiral Sawyer
Africa
England
Miss Sherbrooke
Snpefield
Dacress
Huskinson
Mulcaster
Dr. Ioghts
Mazara
Sicily
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Key ED J & Herl
Augusta
Chronicle Extra
Harrison
Boydnd Chandler
Ond
Michael O’uanaid
John Robes
News York
John Labor
Lieat, Fonk
John Archibald
Riehmann
Jon Nicolson
Conrad B. Pagsy
U.S. Fugate
Ciutage
Firmriss
Spain
Europe
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