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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1836
Page
6
A personal verse to Sarah laments the grave and oblivion while extolling Poesy as divine. The speaker pleads that future readers honor gifts so rich and rare and keep the flame of poetry alive as a present joy and comfort.
From Natchitoches and the Levant reports ex t ens arrived via Natichoches confirming Gen Houston’s victory over Santa Anna. Santa Anna captured with officers, Mexican losses cited up to 700 dead and wounded. Houston’s forces, about 600 men, reported 6 killed and 20 wounded with Santa Anna’s saddle taken. Generals Rush and Col. said to publish fuller details.
Detailed field reports from Brig. Gen. D. L. Clinch and Brig. Gen. A. Eustis describe left and right wing operations across Florida from February to April 1836. Actions include crossings at Oloklikaha, engagements with Seminole forces, setbacks from swampy terrain, and logistics efforts near Fort King, Tampa Bay, and Pilaklakaha. Also notes of stockade building at Hillsboro and communications with Fort King and Chuccochatta.
The Bee notes rumors that Gen Houston held a council of war on prisoners fate, that Santa Anna and officers were shot, privates sent to Matamoras, and Gen Gaines may have a confirming letter. It asserts Houston has conquered and the Mexican army prostrated, declaring Texas free.
The report notes fifteen killed and describes the enemy’s stubborn position after a main attack. It praises Capt. Marks and his men for coolness and courage during the siege while the author, Col William Lindsay, Army of Centre, provides estimates from the road sign used to gauge forces.
Public Epocument thanks Hon. Jonx P. Krxe for a treasury pamphlet on cotton trade. A Tallahassee Post Office note dated May 8 reports Seminole depredations near the city, a wounded man, a killed enslaved person, mule and horse theft, and rising community alarm.
An actress of note offers a benefit performance next Monday. The program promises entertaining pieces and quality dancing. Mrs Hanv and Mr Bary will add vocal numbers and Mr Strissaccen leads piano accompaniment for a refined audience.
Augusta hosts a grand dinner and public reception for returning Florida relief volunteers. Citizens, clergy and military units including Richmond Blues and Hussars attend a multi-hour program with toasts, banners, and celebratory speeches praising courage, sacrifice, and civic unity.
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