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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1809
Page
7
The Washington Bridge, claimed as the longest in the United States, opened Saturday for public use. It spans over 5000 feet with a mile including abutments, six wide carriage and foot paths, and a central rail for separation. The structure rests on 201 piles, with a floor of sixteen timber rafters and inch plank cover.
The piece reports on President Madison’s congressional approach seeking peace, notes Varnum’s re-election as Speaker, and discusses European affairs, including Britain and Spain. It recounts local debates on church patronage, quotes Luther and Simpson anecdotes, lists wholesale prices, and mentions a municipal toast in Cartersville and a jail case with sealed letters.
Mrs Rowson respectfully advertises a benefit to be held in Ausgutta on Tuesday evening June 13 1809. She notes a modest claim on the public and promises careful arrangements to render the entertainments agreeable and entertaining for a generous audience. The evening will present the much admired entertainment called the ...
A historical notice promotes an entertainment set featuring Mrs Rowson and Mr and Mrs Rowson with Mrs Hughes. The bill includes a Hornpipe by Mrs Rowson as an American Sailor and a Harlequin pantomime. Doors open 6 30 pm curtain 7 pm and late show plans with ticket prices.
Amos Newton informs friends and the public of a fresh supply of Suwarrow Boots, men's pumps and shoes, slippers, and misses and children's footwear now offered wholesale or retail at low cash prices.
Mrs Newton informs the ladies and the public that a fresh Charleston shipment arrived last Thursday. It includes Ladies Straw Bonnets and Hats, Black Straw Bonnets, Austrian Lace, Corkscrew Chain and Cross trimming, plus her existing stock all offered on very low terms.
Public notice announces sale of four houses and a lot of about half an acre on Ellis Street fronting Capt. Cormick's gin house. Dwelling, kitchen and smokehouse are included. For particulars apply to Lewis McCoy at City Hotel. Also announces Joseph Henderson as candidate for Sheriff of Richmond County in the upcoming election.
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