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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1821
Page
2
A fragmentary verse piece titled The Wilderness describes a dark untamed region on Hugon's shore and vast Superior's lake. It portrays dangers, gloom, and primal fears as forces of nature and education's failings converge in a wilderness haunted by serpents panthers and malignant passions.
A prose passage restates Augustine and biblical warnings about mortality and damnation. It condemns earthly wealth and sensual desire, urging spiritual focus over worldly gains while noting Satan's temptations and the fragility of life. The text emphasizes death, judgment, and the deceit of riches.
A theater gala for the star O Nill draws immense crowds and rave reviews. Critics hail her radiant performance as nature in motion, with spectators weeping and fainting as the Isabella aria brings forth torrents of tears and praise.
Letter from Fort Smith Army officer recounts 400 Osage warriors led by Mad Buffalo and six chiefs arriving opposite the river. Chiefs cross only with limits, demand provisions and ammunition, and exhibit hostile intent. Skirmish ensues with Quapaws and Cherokees. Osages fire on Quapaws, three are killed, and Osage rafts are driven off by artillery. Reports of robberies, killings, and raids on settlers along the Arkansas and Pote river areas. The writer condemns the Osage actions as a breach of good faith and calls for decisive measures to protect citizens.
The piece depicts Washington writing his farewell address seated in a Roman chair with pen and scroll, clothed in Roman garb, and surrounded by emblems of his life. Canova’s Pride in the statue, its measurements, and its intended display in North Carolina’s Hall of the Legislature are described, with notes on the artist’s personal involvement and reception in Rome.
A satirical portrait of Sullivan's Island alias Toultrieville as a parasitic social ideal. The piece claims a self sufficient, tax free, idle community with no labor, shops, library, museum, courthouse, jail or bank, offering only ease and a church.
An examination of models describes a patent shield by Ralph Bowkiey of this city. The device, a lightweight metal sheet on a wheeled platform, allows a fireman to approach flames and direct water while remaining protected. It can form a shielding line in front of intense heat to prevent spread and may be used in various positions to guard personnel during extinguishing operations.
The text discusses export duties on foreign goods and various commodities. It notes different percentages for products such as silver and gold, and specifies duties on other productions. The fragment mentions ship origin and the challenge of certifying invoice truth amid strict standards and potential discoveries.
The piece notes astonishment over the claim of a living female poet whose work is likened to Byron. Editors in New York are urged to publish the name and works of this lady, with hope that timely disclosure will vindicate national foundations and reduce fear of rivals in both arts and battle.
Dispatches from Liverpool dating May 20 report Greek massacres in Constantinople and Patris, with Greeks fleeing and churches demolished. Parliaments in Westminster debate inquiries into recent radical events as coronation plans unfold and Russia Austria Spain Naples brace for loans.
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