The Great Lakes and Detroit Forts in Wartime Geography
The article maps the Great Lakes system from Superior to Erie, detailing connections via straits and rivers, fort locations like Detroit and Malden, and the Michigan Territory's limits and Indigenous population. It notes the harbor conditions of Lake Erie and the Detroit river junctions, framing Hull's surrender and wartime movements.
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United States
Lake Superior
Superior
S. E. Corpor
Straits of St. Loke
Lake Huron
N. W
Lake Michigan
Michigan
Canada
Ny. W
Huron
Strait of Michilimackinate
Mawe
Fort Joseph
St. Markc
S. Clair
Buron
Erk
Lake St. Clair
Great Lakes
Muron
D’ Etroit
Lake Eite
Detroit River
Fort Detroit
Michigan Territory
Hull
Lake Erie
St. Clair
Sandwich
Fort Malden
Detroit
Lakes Huron
Erie
Adichigan
Gove
Lakes Michigan
Lake Evie
N.E
Low Point
Point Abineau
Piebs Ford
Maldep
Fort Erié
Niagara river and Lake Ontario defenses raise militia counts
The narrative outlines British and American naval plans on the Niagara River and Lakes Erie Ontario, detailing fortifications at Fort Erie Fort George and Kingston, Lincoln County militia strength at 99 000 population and three thousand trained fighters, with a projected ten thousand disciplined troops to invade Lincoln County. It notes the Navy squadron under Bainbridge and Hornet, and Halifax reports on ships and movements.
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Niagara River
Malden
Eric
Detroit
Lake of Huron
Lake Ontario
United States
Hull
Lake Erie
Mull
Niagara
Lakes Erie
Ontario
Canada
Forts Erie
Fort George
U. S
Canadas
York
W. Niagara Fort
Kingston
N. B
Iroquois
St. Lawrence
King’s Dockyard
Newark
Lewistown
Queentown
Great Falls
Black Rock
Adams
Caledonia
Brffélee Creek
Fort Erie
Norfolk’ County
Lincoln County
Queenstown
Wellasd
County of
Lincoln
County of Lincoln
Upper Canada
Simcoe
David Smith
Niagara frontier defense and fortifications described
The article outlines troop dispositions along the Niagara River between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, naming Fort Niagara Newark Fort George Queenstown Fort Welland and Fort Erie. It notes strengthened batteries and garrisons on both riverbanks and the swift naval passage from Ontario to Erie, with Brock reinforcing defenses at Fort Erie.
Losses in the 13th Regiment Reported
Col Schuyler writes from New York that in his regiment Capt Nelson and Ensign Morris were killed. Capt Malcolm Lawrence Armstrong Wool and Lt Lent wounded but not dangerously. Capt Ogilvie Lieuts Fink Kearney and Ensign Sammons were taken prisoner.
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Col. Schuyler
Albany
Nelson
Morris
Malcom
Lawrence
Armstrong
Wooland
Lent
Ogilvie
Fink and
Kearney
Sammons
Vessel at Sackett's Harbor Rapidly Nearing Completion
The 112 foot keel vessel at Sackett's Harbor, built by Mr Eckford, with raising completed and stages under construction on the 17th. The Governor was present preparing about 2000 troops for duty.
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Sackett’s Harbor
Eckford
Massachusetts Senate Reconsiders Electors Vote
On Thursday the Massachusetts Senate reconsidered its Wednesday evening vote against selecting Electors in the Common Pleas Circuit. The resolve passed 21 to 12.
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Bridge
Senate of
Massachusetts Votes in Presidential Election Under New Resolve
The House immediately concurred with the resolve allowing Massachusetts a voice in the presidential election though the method is less decisive than a general ticket. The governor subscribed to the resolve and the election is set for Thursday November 12. Eligible voters will be those who vote for the State representative.
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Massachussetts
Ticke
Governor and Council to design electors and meet notices
The text states that selectment or assessors must give five days prior notice of the meeting and that returns go to the Secretary's Office by November 20. Where no choice exists, the Governor and Council designate the elector from those with aptitulity of votes.
Algerine War Links Dey of Algiers to U S Trade Tension
A letter from Mr. Lear to the American Consul at Gibraltar details Algiers hostility toward the United States. It notes the Alleghany's cargo dispute, orders to seize ships, and calls for American vessel command early warning across the Mediterranean. Tobias Lear forwards the dispatch from Gibraltar, dated August.
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al Iers
United States
Lear
Gibraltar
Alleghary
We the representatives of Vermont adopt the following
A corrupted legislative fragment shows delegates invoking state solidarity and proposing adoption of a public sentiment statement. The text frames communication to constituents and the general government, aiming to express shared views during turbulent times.
Detachment of militia reaches Pritelire Pennsylvania
In October a detachment of 2000 militia men arrives at Pritelire, Pennsylvania, signaling a significant mobilization. The move figures prominently in local military preparations and regional security plans.
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Pritelire
Arrival of steam boat Carries Capt Ogilvie from Albany
The steam boat arrived from Albany at half past twelve with Capt Ogilvie of the regulars as a passenger. He reports about 60 Americans killed 160 wounded 700 prisoners total 920 who crossed to fight the British. Brock and his aid are said killed. The number of those engaged remains unknown.
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Albany
Ogilvie
Queenstown
Brock
New Orders in Council On American Vessel Goods
A New Bedford merchant received Liverpool letters dated Aug. 22 noting an Order in Council of Aug. 11 not yet gazetted. It directs American vessel cargo in British ports or bound there to be delivered to consignees, with court affidavits that goods are not American property and bail for freight. Proceeds and restored property go to court, freight paid into court unless bail is given.
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Fase Christian
Mississippi
Algiers
Geneva
Gibraltar
New Orleans
Lis
Nat. Intelligencer
New Bedford
Liverpool
Messrs
Cropper
Benson && Co
Thomas Dicksor
Cor. Burg Expands Lucrative Practice in New York
Corruption investigations note that Cor. Burg is pursuing an extensive and lucrative legal practice in New York amid ongoing scrutiny. The report highlights growth in cases and possible ties to state authorities.
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Cor. Burg
State of
New- Yorks
US Agent to Mexico Arrives in Natchez from Washington
Mrs. Terr reports arrival of Dr. Robertson an agent of the United States in Natchez en route to Mexico. He aims to treat existing authorities and establish a friendly understanding between nations amid a revolutionary struggle. His mission could affect trade with New Spain and neighboring territories if successful.
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U. States
Mexico
Natchez
Terr
Robertson
Washington City
United States
Lend
Col. Pike
New Spain
Soldier Sheriff Justice and Desertion in Plattsburg
Report from Plattsburg recalls a drill period when William Honan a soldier of the 15th faced a court martial and was shot for desertion with intent to go over the enemy. Another deserter faced execution but was pardoned after it was learned he was being led away by Henmen Captain Baker.
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Plattsburg
William Honan
Henmen
Baker
North Western Army
Quebec
Detroit
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Sewgurrer
Weld
Boston
The
Navy
Constitution
Bainbridge
Hornet
Chesapeake
Halifax
Poictiers
Beresford
Bermuda
Nymph
Epworth
Rodgers
Simbro Light
Sophia
Wiagara
Fort Niagara
Td Court
Navy Hall
Fort.George
Fort Georg
Fort Welland
Chippy Wa
Pali
Fort Well
Welland
New York
Atpany
Morgan
Light Dragoons
Dragoon
Greenbush
Niaste
Caa
General En Orn
Adlegharg
Ebenezer Eveleth
Alegiers
Tocy
Britain
Emy
Alleghany
Iny Heente
Puwninhta Vabelt
Hood
United States Union
Artille
Mediterranean
U.S
Wooster
Ohio
Tobias Lear
Mr. Lear
Bay of Gibratar
Vermont
Hersby
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