President Steamer Mystery Wreck Reported at Sea
The British consul investigation details log entries and witness statements about the sighting of a wreck, considered likely to be the President. Crew testimonies describe a dismasted hull seen near the Western Islands with possible mast fragments and floating debris. The log notes and captain’s account place the vessel about 120 miles north of Corvo, with no decisive proof of the hull’s identity.
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New York
Eoen
Caplan
Bova Serra
Bae Howe
Leas
Ibeer
Stratty
Bastiah
Corvo
Robert Grant
Robert Talbot
Joseph Gray
James Mackenzie
James M‘ Cardy
Mackenzie
Robert Howason
Sotte
NEW York Herald
Capdip Roman
Tngut
Seth
News from the Atlantic and New Republics in May 1837
Reports from New York and Boston discuss the Britannia voyage delay, the Britannia’s missing arrival, and ongoing Atlantic safety concerns. Despatches reveal Meoctan’s independence and a liberal constitution, with Texas-era aid noted and religious freedom protected.
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York
Meoctan
Mexico
Texas
Bay of Honduras
Gulf of Mexico
Moore
Yawatan
New York Monkey Market and War News Summary
A chaotic New York market report details varied stock changes and public sentiment after President Tyler’s call for a day of fasting and prayer. The piece mentions ships, storms, and naval concerns abroad, including the Eche du Jura and Buenos Aires, with economic strains noted for war funding.
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New York
Ratebe Bick Mark Bee
North American ‘Trust and Banking Company
Stonington
Indiana
Tyler
In Candia Insurgents Grow Defiant as Turkish Watch Firings Rise
Reports from Candia describe insurgents increasing in numbers and refusing to surrender to Turkish authority. The Seraskier Mustapha Nourri Pacha faces opposition with Riza Pasha and Tahir Pasha’s arrival expected to trigger a decisive action. estimates of rebel strength reach about 0000 men.
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Mustapha Nourri Pacha
Riza Pasha
Candia
Tahir Pasha
Fragmentary Letter from British Forces in Syria Report
Extracted letter from a British force in Syria dated April 20 outlines signals of distribution to provinces, noting commanders Major Wines, Colonels McNiven and Freeston, and detailing surveying work south of Syria. It mentions repairs to Acre fortress, engineers, and supply movements including gunpowder from Marseilles and a company bound for Candrist with troops and funds.
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Syria
M‘niven
Chorehill
Freeston
Dame
Tsipoli
Aleppo
Ald
Drich
Hoysl-Engi
Rowan
Royal
Robe
Acre
Ares
Greer
Serer
Pireps
Gandia
Marseilles
St. Pargessuna
Bokcow
Ariel
Bas
Peterabdarg
Rao
Irene
Ieee
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London Tavern
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British Row Company
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ANE
British North America
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Sureme
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England
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Jee March
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