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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1834
Page
5
An 19th century notice outlines publication details for a weekly or semi weekly paper printing at the Globe Hotel area on D Street. It lists pricing per square inch for initial and subsequent insertions, posting procedures, and payment requirements, including arrears and postage obligations.
The Columbus Enquirer notes crops promising after recent rains, with oats and wheat gathered and prices rising. It reports post office changes in Georgia towns, a July Fourth celebration in Philadelphia with speeches by Scott and Calhoun supporters, and discussions on Jackson and Gwin nominations amid state and national party tensions.
Citizens of Elbert County gathered at the Baptist Church in Ruckersville to hear the Declaration of Independence read by I. W. Rocker and an oration by Wa. B. Ware Esq. The event included a dinner in a grove, prayers and toasts honoring liberty, state rights, and the Constitution with emphasis on patriotism and Independence era figures.
A Confederate era assembly in Augusta features orations on State Rights and Union, praising liberty, the Constitution, and the militia. Capt. Wm. G. Naimato is announced as a candidate for Colonel of the 1th Regiment Georgia Militia to replace Col. Caldwell, in the August election.
The Cotton Market remains healthy with last week’s prices supported. Activity includes loads arriving daily and favorable crop prospects. Liverpool and Manchester markets show mixed demand with some declines for low qualities but steady interest in better varieties. Prices for Uplands hover around 12 to 13 cents, with large futures projections for the season.
Fresh beat out qualities seen firm with large flour cargo pricing and rough rice sold around 3 per 100 lbs. City markets report dull week across groceries spirits and coffee with steady bagging and salt demand. Cotton prices dip while imports from New York and Liverpool rise. sugar molasses and coffee show mixed activity as exchanges quote varied rates.
The Savannah Georgian reports a water spout over Back River near Mr Sarett’s and a diminishing curved form near Mr Quinter’s dwelling. The season has been wet with good wheat and oats, corn promising if drought storms are avoided, while counterfeiters in Buncombe County and Smith County connections are arrested. General Ball retires from the Georgia Messenger editorship.
Hugh Moore announces his business aim to solicit patronage and attention to customers interests. He will receive and forward merchandise by railroad steam boats or other conveyance from Frazer Co's Wharf Augusta Charleston July 83 references to several named individuals.
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