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Newspaper
Augusta Chronicle
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1810
Page
2
A regional discussion decries threats to enslaved people and argues for stricter penalties for aiding escapes. It questions northern shipping of colored seamen and cites alleged confessions and Abolition Society involvement, which a reverend denies as groundless.
Augusta reports via Ja arrival from Charleston and Liverpool on August 12 that American produce is in demand and British manufacturers see growing sales. News notes Spain Portugal uncertain, Brazil and South America lean to independence, and Morsier may replace Jackson as chargé d affaires. Died: Robert Seymour, Boston-born builder David Thompson, and Michael Wilde, longtime local resident.
The Chronicle prints a spirited defense of Col Troup against Cato the writer’s charge of aristocracy and disorganization. It argues Cato misreads Troup’s republicanism and notes Troup’s lifelong patriotism, integrity, and intent to settle in Georgia, despite rumors of northern property.
An author apologizes for errors in a Chronicle piece caused by hurried printing. The note corrects misread words and clarifies medical and topographical terms. A separate announcement introduces Joan Forsyth, Esquire, as a candidate to represent the state in the U.S. House of Representatives.
William Scott writes to Dr Thomas I. Wray disputing accusations of party loyalty and criticizing his publications. He defends his actions, cites evidence about Mr Hobby's death and guardianship, and questions humanity and funding for the deceased and his household.
Lost by the Subscriber two Notes of hand one for 29 dollars on John Mann is and the other for 15 dollars on Joseph Garrett cautioned against trading for the notes as payment has been refused Notices Sept 15 Georgia Richmond County Hugh Henry applies for letters of Administration on the estate of David Thompe sony late of the county to cite kindred and creditors to appear the first Monday in November at the Clerk office Augusta Isaac Herbert Clerk.
The notice states Elijah Clark, executor, is a candidate to represent the state in the United States House of Representatives. The filing date noted is June 23.
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