Repeal of French Decrees Promised and Naval Orders Revoked
The proclamation outlines that if Berlin and Milan decrees are publicly repealed by France, Orders in Council from January 7 1807 and May 26 1809 will be revoked and goods and ships captured after that act may be vindicated in admiralty courts. It also notes protection for innocent traders and potential retaliation if French actions resume. Wartime dispatches report Native American tensions and possible clashes as forces move toward Randolph county.
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Berlin
Milan
High Court of Admiralty
Vice Admiralty
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Chen
Westminster
Gov. Edwards
Randolph County
Sam
Fiaye
Risselville Paper
Senate sets brief closed doors session. House over two days
The Senate held a short closed session yesterday while the House of Representatives worked for two days. Reports say a decisive measure passed the House and has been sent to the Senate for concurrence.
President Receives Letters On British Principles
The President sent two letters from Mr Foster to Mr Monroe to Congress plus secretary of state replies. The British minister amplifies the principles in the Declaration and the secretary exposes their real character and incompatibility with our rights and the law of nations. The publication will follow in the next issue.
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United States
Congress
Foster
Monroe
Jonn Lanepon Declines Republican Vice Presidential Offer
The venerable Jonn Lanepon has declined the Republican party’s offer of support for the office of Vice President of the United States. He cites reasons stated in a letter to the general committee, which the publication plans to obtain for next issue.
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Republican Party
U. States
General Committee
Absent Members Return as Sessions Resume
Most Congress members are back in their seats with only three Senators and ten to twelve House members still away. Edward Tirrin of Ohio arrives to assume duties as Commissioner of the Land Office. Robertus Roy Livinestor resigns from the New York seat to join the army. Francis Carr of Massachusetts reenters the House after a resignation by B. Gannet.
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House of Representatives
Edward Tirrin
Ohio
Land Office
U. States
Rebertus Roy Livinestor
Army
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New York
Francis Carr
Massachusetts
B. Gannet
Savannah
Hrubby
Sappho
Fernando
Nankin
Bro’ther
Tyho
Charleston Courier
Chronicle
Herald
Indian affairs letter from Creeks territory in 1812
An 1812 letter extracts from Major General Andrew Jackson and agents describe unrest in Creek Nation territory. It notes Indian chiefs opposing war, white settlement intrusions, cattle ranges on Indian lands, and declining towns. It discusses sugar production, crafts, and domestic industry among Creeks and allied communities.
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Ocmulgee
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Cowetuh
Chattehochee
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Igme
Savannah Volunteers Embark for St Augustine
June 15 report from Savannah details Governor Mitchell’s aid arriving to recruit volunteers from the Florida Expedition to reinforce Col. Smith before St Augustine. The Republican Blues under Capt. Cuthbert and Savannah Volunteer Guards under Lieut. S White encamped on the Common. They embarked Friday around noon amid heavy rain after a farewell attended by Chatham Artillery and Chatham Rangers. A salute from the Guan-Boat marked their departure as cheers echoed for their safety and success.
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U.S
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Republican Blues
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Chatham Rangers
Not For Us
Federalists and Republicans Unite in Early Nation
The Georgia and national press report a unified push for war against England with a 30 vote House majority. Reports mention Secretary of State instructions to France, English Crown actions, and a pledge that Georgia’s patriotism will aid union diplomacy while recruiting advances gain speed in Richmond and Savannah. Volunteering calls from Dublin aim to muster 3 500 from Georgia brigades for duty at Point Peter, with July 4 deadlines and phased quotas.
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Milledveville Journal
Declaration of War Against Great Britain Passes House
The House of Representatives on the 4th inst. voted 79 to 39 for a declaration of war against Great Britain. The measure was sent to the Senate for concurrence. The outcome is presented as certain by the report from Charleston.
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Great Britain
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England
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Getleman
Washington
Richmond
Enquirer
House of’ Representatives
War Declared by House as War Against Great Britain
A Washington letter reports the House of Representatives voted 79 to 49 to declare war against England. Correspondence notes packets and coastwise vessels stopped and insurers refusing coverage. A later note claims Tecumseh led 300 Indians to raid Yingoness and massacre inhabitants.
Spaniards in Augusta Await Reinforcements per mail
From Florida letters in yesterday's Southern Mail report that the Spaniards at Augustine expect four vessels with troops soon. The same letter says Governor Mitchell received militia reinforcements. Sav. Museum, June 14.
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Southern ‘Mail
Augustine
Mitchell
Georgia assent sought to form two states in Mississippi territory
Mr Poindexter offered a resolution in Congress requesting the Georgia Legislature to assent to forming two states from the Mississippi territory. Congress notes the earlier decision to postpone making Mississippi a state and aims to obtain Georgia’s consent, with the tabled resolution awaiting action.
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House of Representatives
Poindexter
Senate
United States of America
Georgia
Mississippi
Misesissippi
Peruvian Theatrical Pageant Opens with Distant Country View
A scheduled stage program features Pizarro roles and the Virgins of the Sun with characters including Rolla and Placide. A comic song and two-dimensional acts follow, with entrances by Mr West and cast members Clark and Miss Placide. Doors open 6:30, curtain 7:30, tickets one dollar, children half price. smoke is discouraged.
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