Augusta News and Notices 1834 May 21
In Augusta and Scriven district items from May 1834. Reports on a politcal meeting with closed doors nominations, Emission Meeting in Scriven, and letters from Senavex County. Also an advertisement praising Mr Broyles' Safety Carriage with details on patent and mechanism. Mentions inventor O G Broyles of Pendleton district South Carolina.
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Scriven
Senavex County
Ani
Broyles
Hirng
Messrs. Brown & Wilborn
Mr. O
3. C
Congressional Amendment Adopted on General Appropriation Bill
The House adopted an amendment moved by Mr. Vance limiting annual salaries for collectors surveyors and naval officers to 3000 and 2500 dollars respectively, with other officials capped at 2000 dollars. A pro viso restricting funding for ministers to Great Britain and Russia unless Senate consent was obtained passed 45 to 122. Georgia delegates split requests, with several for and against, and some members absent.
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House of Representatives
Vance
Senate
Georgia
Messrs
Clayton, Poster
Gamlle
Coffee
Jones
Schley
Gilmer
Wilde
Wayne
Editor argues for full publication of criticisms in Chronicle
In a lengthy notice the editor defends publishing editorials and letters, rejecting censorship. He insists on presenting opposing views to readers, stating independence and honor justify exposing both sides of the dispute. The piece frames the editor’s stance against suppression and marks a conflict with another paper.
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The
Chronicle
Self that mistakes in the Probable effect of its former article
A Midlands newspaper defends its stance on political misrepresentation and emphasizes its staunch Nullifier identity. It notes readers fear misreading its Jackson stance and rejects personal betrayal for public fault. The piece expresses sorrow at perceived insults and questions the Sentinel’s conclusions.
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Sentinel
Jackson
Judas
Sunetinel
Seaton Grantland Nominated by Union Democratic Party
Seaton Grantland Esq a member of the Central Committee of the State Rights Party accepts a nomination from the Union Democratic Party for Congress. The piece argues party office elevation reflects and shapes the character of the party, urging selection of principled virtuous leaders over those with dubious loyalties. It warns that elevating disreputable figures harms morale and trust, and calls parties formed on principle to reward courage and virtue.
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Seaton Grantland
State Rights Party
Union Democratic Party
Congress
Andrew Jackson
Jackson
State Right A Party Elevate Honest Zealots
The passage urges a political party to promote those with greatest zeal, perseverance, honesty, and service in the common cause regardless of rank. It warns against honoring converts bought by favors, as such actions would dishearten thousands of sincere supporters and may cost the party lasting loyalty.
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Comeron
Debating Presidential Candidacy and Voter Qualifications
A letter argues against Duane as a candidate for the Presidency and critiques constitutional voter restrictions. It questions native birth and property qualifications, urging broader public discretion in choosing public servants and suggesting equal treatment of all generations in judging qualifications.
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Duane
Conny Racner
Philadelphia Examiner
Ragner
Dusna
Deare
Trun
Mr. Duane
Jackson
van Greene
Morriss
Arnold
D.spotism
Congress
Fear of the people and the case for liberty in government
The writer argues that fear of voters is unwarranted and that removing restrictions on choice empowers self government. Citing Jefferson and Sully, the text praises public virtue, self-reliance, and historical resilience, urging citizens to hold agents to account and defend liberty against encroaching power.
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Raauet
Augusta Chronicle
Sully
Treasury
Almerca
Ireland
Revoluton
Aspen
Jefferson
Deepoum
Weil
Citize Ns
Ali
Montague
Antiquit
Proufo
Prinova
Augusta Chronicle Letter on Rights and Banking Ethics
A letter from W. J. Duane to Governor Lumpkin defends human rights and denounces bank misdeeds. It critiques the Merchants and Planters Bank and the Farmer's Bank of Chatta hoochee, urging impartial justice and party restraint amid political controversy. Cooper adds signature remarks urging balance and integrity.
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Augusta Chronicle
Witsos Lumpkin
Amicus
Merchants and Planters Bank
Farmer’s Bank of Chattahoochie
Thes
Farmer's Bank of
Coattabouchne
Union Party
Cooper
Steamer Basil Lamar Reports and Regional Rail News
The Basil Lamar steamer operated from April 14 to May 14, making seven Savannah to Augusta trips with two tow boats each trip. It carried BAL bales of cotton. Georgia Rail Road executives visit Greensborough and Madison, noting about two thousand three hundred shamaa sold, and plan further tours to Jackson and Oglethorpe to promote the project. Reports also cover Virginia elections, court verdicts in Augusta, and expected newspaper expansions in Richmond and New York markets.
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Basil Lamar
Savannah
Augusta
Georgia Rail Road Company
Greensborough
Madison
Jackson
Oglethorpe
Sitjam
Coutno
Athens
Southern Whig
Suffolk
Annass
Norfolk
James F. 3
McGowan
Jono Brown
Arsenal
United States
Ing
LL. McAlister
U. S
Barticn & Cu
Columbia Times
Virginia
Grayson
Randolph
Fist Totus
Chis
Senate
House
Rives
Machmond
Standard Reviews
Standard
The
Times
Ul Dias
Richmond Whig
Courier & Enquirer Expands to Four Columns
The newspaper announces an increase to four columns reflecting greater business and reader demand for broader column variety while noting the extra expense will be absorbed to serve all readers.
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Courier & Enquirer
Augusta Market Cotton Prices and Dull Trade
The Augusta market reports very dull demand for most cotton qualities with prime holding at 12 cents. Inferior and mixed lots have declined by a cent since the last publication.
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Augusta
Cotton market and commodities in Charleston and rivals
The report covers Cotton trade, prices, and stock levels in Charleston and other markets. It notes declines tied to Liverpool against New York reports, details Uplander sales, flour and sugar imports, spirits, and bacon demand, with exchange rates and freight costs and mentions a Cheraw Bank and railroad hopes.
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Charleston
Macon Messenger
Puivavechia
W. J. Duane
New York Courier & Enquirer
Wilich
Commercial
Liverpool
Hedvre
Sis
Cuanteston Manaxt
New York
Uplanders
Baltimore
Cuba
Florida
Ubla
Philadelphia
Ray
Bacon
Virginia Bacon
Elvy
Demana
Francis
Exchange
Prem
France
Boston
Paradelpha
New Orleans
Mobie
Bank United
North Carolina
Havre
Europe
New-York
la Providence
Pale
Courier
Columbia
Manny
Cheraw Bank
Georgia Coteton
North Carling
Severa
Boston Marter
Patriot
Levy
Louisiana
Mississippi
Norv Alabema
Sae
Ime
Pleasant Retreat
Bedford County
Tennessee
Jost
Imperial
I J. Marshall
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