20 Feb 1836
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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1836
Page
1
An early 19th century notice lists a publication venue at Ro. 261 Broad Street opposite Masonic Hall and confirms a Saturday morning publishing schedule.
The text lists subscription rates for weekly and semi weekly papers and legal notice requirements. It details advertisement charges per square, insertion schedules, and rules on arrearages and refunds. It also outlines legal sale notices by administrators executors or guardians and required publication timelines for land or slave sales and estate debtors notices.
The Expunging Preamble and Resolutions have passed the Virginia House of Delegates by a majority of 11 amid great excitement. The report notes the date February 17 1836 in August A. Wednesday.
The Bank of Hamburg reports 6000 shares subscribed on opening days. The Georgia Insurance & Trust Company notes subscriptions rose to 19965 on the final day, 14965 more than planned. Congressional Documents are thanked to several named individuals for valuable papers.
Advertisers announce the Greenville Mail Coach Line as well arranged for passenger accommodation. The proprietors are described as experienced and energetic men who will exert every effort to achieve the desired efficiency and reliability.
The Farmers Register and Southern Agriculturist are praised for valuable agricultural content. Readers are urged to consult the tables of contents in advertising columns and are encouraged to support these two works for the benefit of the Southern agricultural community.
The State Rights paper disposed by Wa E Jones to James W Joxas formerly of Gainesville now entering editorial duty. Joxas is praised as zealous fearless and able with a strong public service track record and support from the State Rights party. The note extends welcome and best wishes for success.
A Northern abolitionist paper titled Human Rights is mocked as false by Southern readers. The piece asks whether indifference or vigilance offers safety, urging readers to weigh the Nullifiers against growing abolition influence and forewarned defense. It hints at a broader confrontation over rising anti slavery sentiment.
Old Edgefield shows prompt duty as 218 men in three companies depart the district for Florida under Captain James Jones editor of the Edgefield Advertiser. One company of 70 men joins them in a flag of patriotism and resolve.
The editor recalls two companies of 74 men each led by Capt. Davin Dexxy and Capt. Thomas J. Winburn. The editor says he saw men with tears in their eyes begging for acceptance, calling the scene well done for Old Rigfield.
The first issue of a new paper in Edgefield South Carolina by Lanonne and Jonrs is praised for its fine typography and large sheet, reflecting wealth and intellect in the village and surrounding area. The editors’ patriotism and public spirit are commended and expected to sustain the venture.
The January issue was postponed due to destruction of printing materials and office in a fire. Editors praise the issue as excellent with rich contents and strong opinions from trusted judges, urging public attention and patronage.
The Rail Road Journal, suspended by a fire, is revived to provide a full view of railroad projects, progress, and value. It argues railroads are now a settled system affecting every state and community, urging stockholders and railroad friends to subscribe for detailed information.
The column notes volunteers in Columbia County face uncertainty due to lack of orders from the Commander in Chief. Officers and men fear delayed pay, missing arms, and squandered time as they await direction or discharge. The appeal urges Governor to address the situation and provide timely resolution.
The Macon Messenger critiques Governor Scarcy’s late address to the Volunteer Battalion at Macon. It suggests the speech contained political allusions aimed at a large share of the companies and deems such timing improper as political sentiments are said to be forgotten.
Readers debate whether a published address hints at hostility to Nullification while urging harmony. Volunteers in Florida report drills and marches toward Fort King amid shifting troop movements and weather hardships.
President Andrew Jackson reiterates support for British mediation between the United States and France while warning that no compromise can endanger national honor. He urges immediate seaboard defense and commerce protections as war looms, noting readiness is essential regardless of mediation outcomes. Washington February 8, 1836.
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