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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1812
Page
4
A damaged OCR fragment shows Jonathan Russell writing a formal letter about diplomatic capacity and a naval engagement plan. It mentions British admiralty negotiations, an Atlantic arrangement, and a vessel likely to depart around the middle of a month. The tone is formal and oblique with closing salutations.
A letter from Jonathan Russell to Lord Castlereagh outlines a US push for an armistice within sixty days of signing, demanding repeal of orders in council, end to impressment, and restoration of American citizens. It argues for a definitive treaty in London or Washington and notes reciprocal laws to prohibit British seamen in US service. The envoy urges conciliation and warns against prolonged war harming future accommodation.
Lord Castlereagh informs Mr. Russell that the prince regent declines to suspend hostilities, citing U S conditions and the naval right to impress seamen. Russell outlines intent to sail from Plymouth on the Lark to the United States and names Ruben Gaunt Besley as agent for prisoners of war in Britain.
Fragmentary 18 Bentick Street note from MRJ Russell to Lord Castlereagh dated September. Vague reference to a meeting or discussion with a Stet and a lordly note. Sources show an informal communication with unclear context and recipients.
Jonathan Russell informs James Monroe that Lord Castlereagh has allowed Mr Beasley to stay as agent or prisoner of war and mentions a passport request. He notes the Swiftfare packet failed from Falmouth to America and suggests possible ascent to action, while urging caution and respect.
Lord Castlereagh informs Mr Ruffelle that an admiralty order protects the Lark voyage from Plymouth to the United States. He notes duty reductions will be issued to ease embarka tion of Ruffelle and family and offers further assistance. The note confirms that Mr nae Befley will reside in the United States as an agent.
Halifax Sept 30 1812. A formal note from Mr Foster’s departure leads to a proposal for immediate cessation of hostilities. It references orders in council and the U S declaration of war, with an offer to act as instrument of reconciliation between the two governments.
A British commander proposes immediate cessation of hostilities if the United States revokes trade bans and allows British ships in American waters. He urges a swift official reply, stating that Britain will halt retaliatory actions and resume normal commerce if the U S agrees. The letter, from Admiral John Borlase Warren, requests a rapid decision and signals readiness to suspend aggressive orders.
The Department of State reports a British proposal to halt hostilities if orders in council are repealed and trade rules amended. The president favors a prompt, honorable settlement to end the war and protect neutral commerce, noting earlier failed negotiations and the need for durable peace.
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