Protests at Franklin College on South Carolina secession and state rights
A Franklin College meeting in Athens denounces federal policies and pledges support for South Carolina's stance on constitutional liberty. Speakers depict minority oppression by the North, warn of bloodshed if Congress pursues consolidation, and urge Georgia to back Carolina’s fight for secession rights. The resolutions urge publication in local papers.
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Pranklin College
Georgia
Novaury
Draco
Carolina
South Carolina
South
Phatbe
Irase
Wien
Aline Mgaluet
Suenota
Aversass
Pingcicard
Pearles Surinley
Amer
Powers
Puinisrano
Josner County
Coa
Gain
Tate
Corti
Chappell
Senate
Jackson
Parsyth
Baoupkin
Ma. Crawford
Calhoun
Georgia’s South Carolina clash stirs nation in uncertain election signals
A heated, highly partisan letter portrays Georgia siding with South Carolina against a presidential policy. The author rails at Calhoun, Webster, and peers while rallying troops to defend South Carolina’s stance amid federal measures. The piece hints at a looming constitutional debate as political lines tighten.
Alligator horses and southern rights rally in Jasper county
A dramatic Speech calls readers to choose between southern rights and liberty versus consolidation. The speaker frames nullification as settled and urges Georgians to defend homes and property, pledging to end support for those who tax them and urging unity with South Carolina. The message proclaims liberty as fate of the South and a defining historical moment.
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Jasper County
Carolina
Jackson
Georgion
South-Carolina
South
South Carolina
North
Extraordinary Adventure Involving a Franklin County Bride
A 19 year old bride in Franklin County reportedly administered a deadly opiate to her husband, then attempted to hide the act by poisoning him with melted lead. The couple’s room allegedly showed signs of derangement and a divorce petition looms as letters are sent to lawmakers. Rumors echo a similar tale from another periodical, sparking debate over the case and possible divorce procedures.
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Pranklin
Aphiel
Rantic
Gentionag
Eliswutd
Chet
Georgia Courier Criticizes Northern Papers on Secession
The Georgia Courier denounces Northern papers for opposing Southern interests and endorsing protectionist policies. It argues South Carolina may act for secession and warns that Congress should not force coercion, urging restraint while acknowledging Georgia’s stance as the conflict grows.
South Press Urged to Unite for Union Preservation
The article argues that Southern unity is essential to deter federal military force and preserve the Union. It claims press support for Liberty and the oppressed South, urging decisive action as mutual bonds dissolve and no time remains for submission to threats. It emphasizes a united South as the only path to save the Union.
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Georgia
South
South Carolina
Published outrage over Canada papers and Southern plunder
The piece condemns a Canada reprint and allied British influence, arguing it seeks to sever the Union and undermine self government. It accuses Northern papers of fabrications used to gull the South, mocks the authors, and warns these “weak inventions” will be repeated to justify ongoing Southern subsistence plunder.
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Canada
Carolina
Great Britain
North
Horse racing at Augusta Burne County course opens with strong field
Wayne Shoracle reports a December meeting at Augusta Burne County where Kentucky and Old Dominion riders vied for prizes. First day featured 5 mile heats won by William J. Haws's bay Rednelsnek, second day 2 mile heats with Sir William Jr. leading, and a dramatic handicap mile heat with Lady Burke prevailing as bettors watched closely.
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Augusta
Georgia
Struivers
Sint Targa
Wiliam J. Haws
Reddlesneke
Mr. Marvisoh
Nlora Medvor
Mr. Ligon
Eliza Tuckson
Mr. Barrien
Chance
Mr. Haws
Sir William, Jr
Mr Harrison
Mr. Morrison
Pairpliy
de, Lovarich
Muckle Andrew
Col Thomas
Lady Burke
Ms. Montmoilon
Patey Wallace
Bowien
Savannah
Paie Lay
Prova Medor
Liga Jukson
Anrious
Laly Burke
Wil
Baske
Prato
Wallace
Fiora Melvor
Flora Melvor Triumphs in Fast Pace at Waynesboro Races
In a six heat event Flora Melvor dominates with Courageous runs, beating Chance and others as Eliza Jackson and Patey Wallace contend. Crowd money changes hands amid lively sport. officials praise the meeting and anticipate stronger purses at the next Waynesboro jockey club gathering.
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Pairplay
Bay
Chane
Patey Wallace
Lady Burke
Paisley
Chance
Flora Melver
Avereionn
Fairplay Agai
Cairplay
Vlora
Stoutless
Flora Melvor
Chanee
Eliza Jackson
Tlora Medyar
Tven
Cal. 1. P. Doves
Tecumseh
Waynesboro
Cthie
Thornton
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Asl Pelly
Sovereisentios
Tha Hota
Cai
Congress
United South
Havi
Athens
Bana
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Morrisons
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