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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1811
Page
3
General Thomas Graham forwards casualty figures from the March 5 action. He notes about 8000 French engaged, heavy losses anticipated, and returns on prisoners and ordinance. Cavalry and infantry detachments worked to collect wounded and bury the dead, with British and Spanish forces totaling around 12,000 against 8000 French.
Boston reports the schooner Success under Captain Hale arrived from Rochelle in 34 days with wine brandy and generic goods. Hale claims liberty to sell outward cargo and buy return cargo, facing British vessels but expecting American entry rights. The Chronicle notes conflicting France news and a Cadiz battle with British troops gaining a trophy. Cabinet changes in Washington were deemed non-disruptive.
A Chronicle extract from the Richmond Enquirer notes widespread forgery of American papers in England and reports a Liverpool Courier circular. The British ministers instruct colonial governors that Britain will not defend any Spanish or French monarchies, offers mediation on justice, and urges amity with Spanish provinces to boost commerce.
The flag was removed by civil power and later buried in a private lot with a ceremonial procession and musket volleys. News from St Francisville noted Florida representatives were refused a seat in the Orleans Legislature, sparking protests and warnings of future unrest as Americans confront French influence.
The Rev Mr Cristian will preach on the fourth Sunday of this month at the School House near Mr John Beal's in Columbia County marking a local religious service.
March 18 report from Natchez describes residents waking to find the Florida flag atop a sixty foot flagstaff. Belief spread it opposed the government, sparking threats of riot before Gen Hampton and Lieut Hakill arrived. The general declared the flag government insistent and sought action.
Fragment of Gallatin notices noting the date July 15 and references to soil lands and the fill season in Greenboroughamtil, with scattered terms Mo soil lands aune Ahaendah.
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