Naval strength and trade outlook amid Napoleonic wars
A Detroit area excerpt notes seafaring manpower could man ships for public service without bounty. It discusses a twelve ship line and twenty frigates plus gunboats to defend coasts and harbors, while detailing French movements near Mentz and large forces in Spain and Portugal. Reports from Paris and Liverpool sheets cover bread supplies, troop movements, and mercantile petitions against Orders in Council. prices for American commodities and ships’ goods are listed.
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United States
Liese
Produce Prices Rise in Savannah Market Report
The arrival of the Isabella at Savannah from England notes a state that American produce has risen in value and may gain permanent advantage if war with Britain proceeds. Cotton and Rice show rising demand and better prices after weeks of decline.
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Isabella
Savanah
England
Heavy Snowstorm Continues Through Morning
The storm began about 5 o clock this morning and has continued without interruption. Snow depth ranges from 0 to 41 inches with no sign of abating.
French Vice Consul in Savannah Orders Withdrawal
A note dated January 4 1812 from the French Vice-Consul in Savannah informs Mr S Bulloch that due to encroachment on the flag and French subjects, orders have been given to retire. The consul pledges to resume duties once protection and lawful security are restored for French vessels and citizens. Le Marois signs as the officer.
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Sav Kwan
France
Savannah
S. Bulloch
LE Marois
Fire destroys outbuilding near Hartridge distillery
Yesterday in Savannah a fire consumed a small house adjoining Mr. Hartridge's distillery at Spring Hill. The structure held straw, pea vines, corn, fodder and related materials and was reduced to ashes with no further damage reported. Charleston dispatch notes London reporting on November 8 about potential changes to Orders in Council affecting U.S. relations.
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Liverpool
London
Savannah
Hartridge
Jatt
Charleston
Fross
England
United States
Rumored Cabinet Moves After Restrictions Lift
Cork reports a forecasted reshuffle led by the Regent. It claims Lords Grey Holland and Lauderdale would be recalled to high offices and Winslow Wielesley as Wins Lori of the Prosbury with Sutlorney as Chancellor of the Exchequer. Sheridan, Lancaster Dukedom, Yorke at Admiralty, and Lond Hardwicke as Lord Lieutenant are all mentioned with Cook as Secretary.
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Cork
Kkegent
Grey
Holland
Laiderdale
Landsdowne
Lord Wiellesley
Lori
Prosbury
Lorney Tig
Lord Sirsisine
Sheridan
Duchy of Lancaster
Perceval
Navy
Admiralty
Yorke
Lond Hardwicke
Cook
Theatre Fire Disaster At Rich Monny Benefit
A letter from Mr Placide, Theatre Manager, dated Rich Monny Dec 27 1814, recounts a benefit night where about 700 attendees gathered. During the second act of the Pantomime the Bleeding Nun a fire broke out, nearly igniting the roof before escapes could be made. All actors survived but many audience members perished or were wounded as rescuers pulled bodies from the ruins.
Incendiary Fire Strikes City Theatre, Sparks Guard Recall
A violent blaze tore through a city theatre destroying music scenery wardrobe and more. Witnesses claim two prior attempts were thwarted by guards as officials probe an incendiary act. Charges des Affaires at Paris Mr Russell arrived at Portsmouth aboard the Constitution Private to wait for orders.
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Russell
Paris
Portsmouth
Constitution Private
Sone
Cowes
Bank of America Lineage Proposed in New York
Notice announces Theodorus Bailey Thomas Buckley John J Lawrence and Johann Cramplin seek state legislative incorporation as The President Directors and Company of the Bank of America with capital of six million dollars. It is presented as a step toward reestablishing the Bank of the United States in New York. City Gutlet.
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New-York
Theodorus Bailey
Campaign notes from the 1811 Iberian operations
Reports from Paris and the Camp of Murviedio detail Imperial Army actions in Spain near Sagunto and Tarifa. Souchet narrates difficulties at Sagunto, French and Spanish forces clash in August and October, with 12 000 French troops and 6 000 to 6 009 troops under Mak, yielding casualties and prisoners.
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Pigot
Algeziras
St. Roque
Ballericrory
Gibr
Konovins
Paris
Spain
Fiett
Count Souchety
Murviedio
Saguiars
Ger. Blake
Mak
Liviae
Souchet
Gocowen
Abe Goes
Pazolemmee
Marsniis Coray
Valenciay
Killyg
Suchet
Sepudum
Death of Mrs. Ross at Bethel in Columbia County
Mrs. Ross, consort of Mr. James Ross, died on the third of Poe 1514 at Bethel Columbia County after a few hours illness. She left a disconsolate husband and many relatives across this State and South Carolina.
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Bethel
Columbia County
Poe
Giness
Ee Ross
James Ross
South Carolina
Funeral Sermon for Mey Mcphibald Beol at Mechodise Chapel
Reverend John Garvin will preach a funeral sermon at the Mechodise Chapel marking the death of Mey Mcphibald Beol on January 10. The sermon is scheduled for the third Sunday of the present month.
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John Garvin
Mey Dcchibald Beol
J Cormack’s Private Sale of Stock in This Place
A notice by J Cormack announces private sale of his stock on liberal terms at this place with a public auction to follow on Friday the 2a inst. All stock offered in general assortment and remaining items will be sold on site under terms. January 10 4812.
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Pir Haseis
Augusta Roman Catholic Temple Lottery Appeal Receives Aid
The Trustees of the Roman Catholic Society of Augusta announce a forthcoming subscription drive to fund a temple. A committee will visit citizens who bought tickets, with thanks to commissioners and Richmond Academy Trustees for supporting the lottery plan and to David Reid, Richard Tubman, Hugh Nesbit, and John McKinne for their prompt cooperation. Signed by secretary John Cashin January 10.
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Richmond Academy
David Reid
Richard Tubman
Hugh Nesbit
John Mc*Kinne
Joln Cashin
Private Tutor Seeks Respectable Family Engagement
A gentleman long accustomed to teaching offers private tuition in Latin prosody with Greek basics if desired. He can also instruct arithmetic and geography using globes. Apply at this office promptly, or other arrangements will be made. Augustry January 106
Subseriter Tax Collector Schedule Notice
The Richonds county tax collector will attend at the City Hot PAgcusta on the 17th and 27th Linfanr and on the 18th and 28th inflan at the house of Issac Herbert EB to receive the axe for the year 18ag and request share. Be punctual in attendance and payment. JOHN DANTIGNAC, Collector. Jina Ty Io
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Richonds
Issac
Herbert
John D'Antignac
Collezor
Jina
Auction notice for varied goods by Samuel B. Hill and Co
A sale listing by Samuel B. Hill and Co announces limited stock of boots shoes harness and goods including boat legs skins straw nets and wine. The notice notes low prices due to hard times and invites purchasers to bid early for the assortment at New Ark.
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Philadelphia
Exchange Notice for a Carriage and Rider
A description seeks a young light driver about 20 years old without wife to exchange for a field-stave of similar age. Credit offered for three months if desired. Purchase price stated as 460 dollars with partial payment of January 410. The notice warns the arrangement will not be repeated.
Names Listed for January 1 1812 at Columbia Court House
A long list of individuals including Aim Beale Capt. Wm Becta and many others appears in a post at Columbia Court House dated January 1 1812. The docket includes titles such as Esqs Messrs and Mrs and notes Peculiar spellings reflect era.
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Columbia Court House
Aim. Beale Esq
Wm. Becta
P.M. Benning
William Bessy
Bugg
Robert Bartee
William Barden
Agness Bacon
Rev
J. Blackstone
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Frankfort
Bonaparte
Confederation of the Rive
Brances
Mentz
Bayonne
Portugal
United Provinces
Cherburgh
Constitution
J. Russell, Esq
Smith
Sac
Republican
Saca
Ireland
NEW Bank
Frarch
Mika Sr Que
Comandes
Geona Barros
Beigadicy Goneas
Boeroie
O.iaser
Tarife
Mecin
Hai
Horcha Fom Barrios
Ximena
Gordinet
Stowhia
Algerras
Tarifa
St. Ropue
Basres
J. Cormack
Voticer
Ad— Gustacatholic
Loypery
Eiery Anount
Will
Edmund Bacon Glascock
John Willson
Guardian
Walter Harris
Augusta
Antso
Simeon Russell
John
Samuel B. Hill, & Co
Ixchange
John J. Cochran
Wm. T. Clement
Apt
Tho. Cobbs
M.z
Nancy Cost
I Henry Coupling
Joseph Cotton
Ann Dorsetty
William Davie
Marthel Dent Esq
George Feucetry Ignatius Few, G
Samuel Gray
H H. P. Hampton
John Harris
Henry Haenoo
Mrs. Harriss
Thos. N. Hamelton
Roger Harkins
John Hampton
Mary Jones
James Moor
Kisanah Jones
Adem Ivy
Richard Jones
Geo. H. Joh
Enoch Jackson
Mt. Killngsworth
Wm. Kenner
Wr. Locklin
R. Lowe
John Malone
Zechariah
George McGinder
Eliz
McD
Hohn Mate
Ben
James Nicholson
Peter H. Roby
Were
John W. Smith
Enoch Spini
Benji
H. Sturges
W.B. Tankersley
Wm. Wright
Ian
Suis
Austin Woolfolk
N. Joe
Woolley
Thomas
William Wilkins
James Car
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