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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1807
Page
3
Reports describe a British Leopard demanding Chesapeake sailors, exchanges of fire near Cape Henry, and Commodore Barron resisting searches. The Chesapeake sustained damage and casualties, sparking a town meeting and renewed protests against British aggression.
A Liverpool paper dated April reports a strong sensation in town over news from the Cambrian frigate concerning the United States refusal to satisfy the treaty signed by its plenipotentiaries. The piece says the government may face difficulty in adjusting any possible misunderstanding with America.
The piece describes July Fourth events in Charleston with a color display and a patriotic address by Captain Nevison, plus Dr. Casay’s oration on liberty. It notes a town meeting in Charleston discussing actions related to British tensions at the time and hints at forthcoming official documents and presidential determinations.
April 16 reports General Moilier's attack yielding an armistice favoring France with Sweden ceding Usedom and Wolfen islands at the Oder mouth. Admiral Duckworth confirms heavy Dardanelles losses. Alexandria captures noted. lottery draw counts by county listed. prices and market notes included. Died Franklin Alexander Love nine, and a church service in Angoila announced for Mount Enne college building funds.
Ten dollars reward for ANSUMA NAH a enslaved man about 26 years old from Savannah last month. Described as lean tall and with a bald back of head. Deliver to Mr Jacob Danforth or Melines C Leavenworth to receive payment and cover charges. July 31
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