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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1811
Page
7
In Greens County on Thursday evening the 16th, by Robert Dale, Esq. Joan Anvenson, Esq. married the amiable Miss Lucy Osins, both of Greens County, in a local ceremony.
Letters describe a naval clash near the Capes between the U S frigate President under Commodore Rodgers and an English frigate. Reports of gunfire, 30 40 minutes, and three hundred puffs of smoke echo through town. Locals rush to enlist as fear of war with England grows and Commodore Decatur seeks volunteers for a cruiser.
An 18 October letter from Norfolk describes a naval engagement near the Capes of Virginia between a British 33 gun frigate and the US President commanded by Commodore Rogers. Pilots say two hours of firing occurred. Commodore Decatur may sail to investigate. Additional notes report the US brig Nautilus with riflemen under Captain Ridgway departing for St Marys, and salt manufactories operating on the North Carolina coast producing about twenty thousand barrels a year.
If Braff succeeds in establishing his enterprise, it will supply the continent and the world at low prices, providing durable merchandise. The statement hints at a broad reach and strong market potential dependent on implementation.
A London dated letter claims the Prince Regent will not send Mr Foster here and that Britain will bar American imports to British ships. A passenger corroborates, noting Mr Pinkney caused disdain in London by skipping the sick levee. Philadelphia papers say Capt Grafio of the Diligent was arrested in port for plundering Americans.
The American brig Spitfire arrived off the Hook after being boarded by a British frigate Pizarro. An officer and boats crew forcibly took an American apprentice from the Spitfire despite pleas from countrymen. The incident occurred amid British blockades and European trade interference. A Baltimore lottery prize is listed for Luther Martin, Esq.
Wanincron May 18 discusses whether the U S should hold firm in its policy toward France and Britain, arguing for perseverance in pursuing neutral rights. The piece cites mixed reports from France, warns against wavering under mercantile pressure, and urges government decisiveness ahead of the Essex frigate’s arrival and potential influence from England and France.
A cryptic note argues for aiding both sides while warning that ongoing threats may force a decisive separation later. The language hints at diplomatic caution and potential escalation.
In the circuit court of the United States for the Pennsylvania District, General Moreux declared his intention to become a citizen of the United States, agreeing to the naturalization act and complying with required forms. The announcement expresses happiness at the prospect of a celebrated figure permanently joining the citizenry.
The piece mocks reformers and lauds teases about dress, referencing Madame Recamier and a misleading fashion packet. It rewrites a tale of a light gown mistaken for a new invention, ending with the image of a fig leaf as satire on attire and propriety.
A historical notice describes the Ladies Academy Mount of Health near Augusta offering education with globes microscopes and fortepiano, pledged teacher per 20 pupils, and annual tuition of 120 dollars with quarterly advance payments, claiming superior comfort and schooling.
A brief listing of various fabrics accessories and garments including Wace veils kerchiefs shawls cotton muslins drapes ribbons laces stockings gloves and handkerchiefs in assorted colors and patterns. The item is dated May 31 and reads like a marketplace inventory from a historical catalog.
On the first Tuesday in July next at the Court House Warren County will sell 63 acres adjoining William Bird and others where David Jones resides to satisfy Hardy Pace executions. Also two tracts of 700 acres and about 96 acres on the Georgetown to Louisville road, and several smaller parcels including 82 and 100 acre pine lands, plus four enslaved people Ben David Cate Celah. Proceeds levied to satisfy various judgments. Sold by Absalom Coursey and other officers with notices by Amos Travie John Saunders and Asa Newsom. May 31.
Nine months after date application will be made to the Interior Court of Columbia county for leave to fallen a lot of land at Wilkinsor number 36 percent containing two acres belonging to the orphans of Elwin Fears and to be for the benefit of said orphans. Henry Williams Jr Guardian. mgm Mar 316.
In Georgiia Richmond County Wm Ross and Tuomas Gardnery apply for letters of administration on the estate and effects of James Brown Jr and James Brown Sr both deceased principal creditors to appear in the Ordinary Court on the first Monday in July to show cause why letters should not be granted. Given under hand in Augusta May 30 1815 Isaac Herbert Clerk.
Ten dollars reward for a dark chestnut sorrel horse about 14 to 15 hands high with a thick neck and veil shaped mark. One or both hind feet may be white. No brands remembered. Deliver to the subscriber at Columbia Court House. Reward and reasonable expenses paid.
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