This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 8 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1835
Page
7
A recap notes Judge Colquitt's eloquent address, an attack on the president, and a verdict of guilty against the Merchant's and Planter's Bank on all charges save one. The bank charter faces forfeiture unless a new trial overturns the verdict. Also noted are editor changes at the Savannah Georgian, Columbus Sentinel, and promotion of Southern Agriculturist contents.
Advertising columns present the January issue table of contents with strong praise and a call for liberal patronage. The commentary references Judge Clayton's withdrawal and defends the state rights Nullifier stance, urging public discussion and publication of reasons.
A Wednesday evening performance amid severe weather drew a crowded audience. Miss Cooren’s debut as Miss Dorrillon in Wives as they were, and as they are, drew praise for her merit, though notes a heavy hairdo that muted expression. Sir William Dorrillon and Mr. Cooper received strong acclaim for their scenes, with the comedy praised for its moral value and elegant portrayal of high life.
Reviewers condemn Mr Hanr in Lord Priory as low and undignified for the old school, criticizing overacting. Miss Cooper and Mr Locax praised for Catherine and Grumio. The Wool-Dealer is called trash, though some theatres claim success. Managers urged to book Cooren and daughter again for public favor.
The Augusta Auxiliary Bible Society met in the Baptist Church on a very cold evening to hear the Board of Managers’ abstract and to elect a new Board of Managers. Wm. J. Henry was named President, with Rev. Mr. Tatwaan and Mr. Mantani as vice presidents, and numerous officers and managers listed.
Representative Pickens announces the death of Vannon R. Davis of South Carolina, praising his gallantry, humor, and deep devotion to the state. He notes Davis died peacefully around seven this morning, affirmed by calm acceptance and grace. A motion is made for resolutions in his honor.
Resolved that a committee be appointed to superintend the funeral of Warren R. Davis late of South Carolina. Names listed include Picksns An cora Wiivr Hannex Couvren Lansine McIntrne Caans and Lea. The House adjourned on motion of Mr. Maxxixo. Correspondence from the Charleston Courier notes rumors of a despondent ministerial letter from Layixnce in France and reports on Senate debate.
From Livemoor December 24 reports the cotton market remains very dull with daily sales around 1500 bags and prices about 1d per lb lower than recent levels. Trade shows 8000 sales since Friday, 2000 today, decline of 4d per lb from last Friday. arrivals include ships from New York Savannah and Bahia. Local notices record multiple marriages and deaths in Georgia communities, including Carswell with Devine, Glover with Coombs, the death of two year old Clarissa Pomeroy, Caroline Cumming, and notices from Raysville Irwinton and Milledgeville.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.