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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1809
Page
7
A damaged OCR fragment mentions costs of insurance for items including a horse and household furniture. It references a total amount around 21 000 dollars and a partial 5 000 figure, with vague notes on insur ance and regrets about payment.
A dense nineteenth century text records Boston resolutions opposing surrender to executive overreach and a standing army, condemning arbitrary laws. It references Lincoln and resignations, embargo debates, and military measures, with letters and reports from Miranda, Spain, and naval affairs, plus local and national political commentary.
The piece discusses Boston rebels against Britain and the U S government, debates over non intercourse, and the 1801 electoral count. It notes Madison's election as President and Clinton as Vice President, with mentions of marriages and a death in England.
In House proceedings on February 5, Lyon reports a committee's suggestion to withdraw Thomas Paine's petition, noting no printing of memorials. Speaker and members challenge the idea, defending Paine's service and urging printing of the committee's opinion before action on the petition is decided. The session also considers a Senate bill to incorporate religious societies in the District of Columbia.
A letter to the public questions a man named Prior Depardier over unpaid debts and misused funds. It accuses him of dishonesty and defrauding Peter to pay Jonas, and hints at a sheriff candidacy in Richmond County.
The trustees announce Mr. William Jones as their reform for the Columbia County Academy. Tuition for classical and mathematical studies is set per quarter with various English and geography courses listed. Out of county students pay in advance and boarding is available in nearby homes.
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