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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1807
Page
7
Reports from New Orleans describe political intrigue involving Governor Clarke and John Livingston, plus a detailed harbor incident. The Chesapeake and Leopard clash near the capes, Commodore Barron resists search, and American casualties are noted amid rapid town meetings.
A Liverpool paper from April 22 reports strong unrest in town over the Cambrian frigate’s news that the United States government refuses to satisfy the treaty signed by their plenipotentiaries. The article suggests possible difficulty in adjusting any misunderstandings with the current ministry.
The piece notes a July Fourth gathering with a civic salute and an elegant display of colors given by Miss Hersaris, a patriotic address by Doctor Casay, and Capt. Nevison’s remarks. Fireworks drew a large crowd, and a Charleston citizens meeting formed a committee to prepare resolutions about British tensions and possible war, with the editor promising official documents in a future issue.
Reports detail General Moilier routing the Swedish army and forcing an armistice, with Sweden ceding Usedom and Wolfen islands near the Oder. Admiral Duckworth claims losses at Constantinople. Brafer takes Alexandria as fighting wanes. A Georgia land lottery lists expected prize-to-blanks ratios and county tallies. Prices note cotton, beef, watermelons, and salt, while a funeral and a church collection are mentioned.
A reward notice offers ten dollars for the return of a missing boat sailor from Savannah near Shell Bluff. The man, about 26, tall and dark, with a bold hair mark on the back of his head, is named ANSUMA NAH. Deliver him to Mr. Jacob Danforth or to Melines C Leavennorth to receive the payment.
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