Red Jacket Receives Dutch Treaty Reply From Sagona Ha Speech
Sagona Ha known as Red Jacket delivers a Native response at Belfiloe Creek in 1811 to Mr Richardson and British land purchases. He rejects selling lands, cites faith, and warns against colonists buying Indian rights. He notes Quaker aid and condemns white religious approaches. The document reflects tensions with Britain and France and asserts independence.
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Red Jacket
Richardson
Holland Purchase
Belfiloe Creek
Mays
Council of
Intinda
Mr. Alexander
Missionary Society
New York
Predictions on European War Reach from Boston Patriot
The Boston Patriot argues Europe will soon show bloodier conflict, Believing Bonaparte’s wrath may rout the allied force on the peninsula and restore French glory. It suggests Britain could seek justice for Americas if defeated, while noting the President’s proclamation for Congress to convene and await new instructions from London.
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Europe
Bonaparte
Americas
Pacific
Convention of Congress
Great Britain
Heated Letters on US England Negotiations in 1811
Edward Lloyd of Annapolis questions the US government’s stance in the England talks, challenging claims of French influence and urging transparency. A counterpart reply defends American independence, purity of motives, and commitment to rights and prosperity amid wartime pressures.
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England
Edward Lloyd
Annapolis
United States
France
London
Honelt
Letter of Courtesy From WM Pinkney to Governor Lloyd
A fragmentary colonial-era letter shows WM Pinkney addressing Governor Edward Lloyd with deferential phrases. The text hints at delicacy and duty tied to a late mission and pledges obedience and respect to the governor. The exact content is abbreviated but signals formal colonial correspondence.
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Ellency
Wm, Pinkney
Edward Lloyd
Maryland
Debates on Congress Convo and British Retaliation
Washieton discusses Congress convening amid British threats after the non-intercourse act. He weighs potential retaliation by land or sea if France and Britain retaliate, notes executive limits, and urges a timely congressional response to Foster’s despatches. He questions the Rodgers–Bingham incident and seeks a prompt, honorable American disavowal if needed.
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Washieton City
Congress
France
Britain
United States
Nareb
Bioghamb
National Intelligencer
Faa
Great Britain
Rodgers
Rodgere
Redeers
Bingham
Rodgars
Chesapeake
Captain Bingham Letter Disputed by Newspapers
The New York Evening Post repeats assurances that a letter is genuine, but the United States Gazette doubts its authenticity. It urges the editor to publish authentic information rather than reiterate assertions and use abusive language.
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New-York Evening Post
Lettter
Mwe
United States Gazette
Disputed Letters and Forgery Claims Sparked by Bingham Quotation
The United States Gazette claims a Bingham letter was forged contradicting Commodore Rodgers, a claim echoed by others but contested by Wagner and Coleman. The New York Evening Post says the letter came from a Norfolk source, while critics question the origins and verification of British statements. The piece notes naval and diplomatic channels shaping official releases.
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United States Gazette
Bingham
Commodore Rodger
Federal Gazette
Wagner
Coleman
New-York Evening Post
New York Evening Post
Norfolk
Admiralty
War Departments
London
Frigate President and Little Belt Affair Noted
An article from Liverroot dated June 26 contemplates the affair between the American frigate President and the Little Belt as a matter of serious concern, urging sober consideration of the incident and its implications.
Canal Project Promises Faster Earth Removal
In the American Patriot, Fulton rents a portable eight horse power steam engine to move earth, claiming it can replace one hundred laborers and save 120 dollars per day for 150 workers. The estimate notes two cords of wood required for operation as part of the Western Canal work benefiting New York, Albany, and western farmers and merchants.
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Grand Western Canal
Fay
New-York
Albeny
Wester
Fulton
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Council of Blackcoats
Granger
Parith
Taylor
U. States For Indian Affairs
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Pariso
Friends
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América
America
Porcupine
The
Boston Patriot
Captain Bingham
Liverroot
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