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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1812
Page
2
The secretary outlines a plan to raise nine million dollars in fixed revenue and to supplement with increased duties, land sales, and loans. It discusses avoiding heavy internal taxation, using a tariff increase and land premiums, and warns on loan costs while stressing national resources and credit.
A fragment from the Treasury Department dated November 224 1811 submitted by Albert Gallatin notes extraordinary exertion to incur debt in a few years and requests respectful submission of the matter.
A devastating theatre fire in Richmond causes massive casualties as patrons flee through smoke and flames. Officials in Manchester and Richmond convene to document victims, appoint ward teams, and report names of those lost or injured in the calamity. The event leaves the city in mourning and prompts a formal response from local leaders.
A fragmented notice lists individuals including Adeline Bausmar daughter of Mrs Bausman, Ann Craig daughter of Mrs Adam Craig, Nutiala Carpenter, and other names as part of a Jefferson Ward death and missing persons column.
A list of names linked to the theatre fire victims is given along with a burial ceremony plan by Richmond and Manchester authorities. The commissioners announce a funeral procession order with clergy mourners executives judiciary and citizens to gather December 28 1811 at the Baptist Meeting House for the interment.
In a House debate on expanding regular forces, Calhoun asserts the committee of Foreign Relations urged resisting Britain at war costs to defend American rights. He argues war may be necessary, rejects pacifist fears, and stresses the nation will fund defense and protect commerce amid ongoing disputes with Britain and France.
December 24 Washington dispatch outlines House action on a resolution asking the President to disclose any negotiations with Spain or other powers over the 1810 proclamation tract. It also notes requests for detailed Navy data on ships, readiness, costs, and manpower and asks for any additional material the Navy Secretary deems relevant.
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