Canadians Defy Cowardice Claims in Loyalist Rhetoric
The piece rebuts accusations that Canadians are cowardly while praising battles at St. Dennis, Prescott, and St. Eustache. It argues Canadians faced an armed British force with limited arms and leadership, citing dispatches on arms smuggling, American interference, and harsh penalties. It also notes Vermont’s stance against slavery and calls for British power to yield in North America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lherty
Eyerenow
Piritain
Battes
St. Dennis
Prescott
Caxsian
St. Eustache
Colborne
Canada
Britain
Vermont
Soudlya
North
Repub
North America
Alburgh Residents Seek Ceasefire Amid Local Dispute
A letter dated the 17th from Alburgh notes a meeting among local families and Aldwell's Manor to urge a cessation of bodities. Participants argued after gathering beyond the ling, quarreled, then returned home dissatisfied. The writer, pleased with the current state, claims stronger anti-Yankee sentiment and confirms a dozen subscribers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alburgh
Aldwell
Conesion
Trial of Charles Hanter in Quebec Treason Case Ends in Jail
Advocate Charles Hanter of Quebec is jailed on the usual charge of treason after his commit ment on the 20th ultimo. He was associated with the Quebec Livenat, a publication whose actions drew strong opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Hanter
Quebec
Quebec Livenat
Alburgh Meeting Debates Nightly Depredations and Arms
In Alburgh a town meeting addressed nighttime depredations. A committee was appointed to procure arms and a delegate to urge Governor Jennings to send a force to protect citizens. Arms were seized en route, later returned after delay. US troops are present, accused of disarming citizens while Canadian threats continue. Governor provided arms and 65 guards, who halted arson efforts for now. The writer hopes for better use of troops and promises a further note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alburgh
Jenison
C. H. Clark
U. S
Sam
Canadians Oppose Liberty Says Tories
A contentious column argues Canadians reject liberty under British rule, citing 10 000 foreign soldiers in the province and the suppression of press and speech. It claims martial law and despotic rule enforced by bayonets, with fears of arrests and destruction should the government be challenged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prescott and Sandwich
War and Vengeance Against England Rahes Sways Public
In fervent language the author declares the United States will go to war with England, predicts a congressional declaration soon, and asserts a national resolve to avenge the Niagara atrocity. The piece laments English insults, vows to restore the star spangled banner, and stresses America’s honor and independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
England
Congress
Schlosser
Toronto
Falls
Niagara
Congress to Send Macomb for Plattsburgh and Yorktown
Refusing redress in the Caroline affair, Congress backs General Macomb to meet British forces at Plattsburgh, Bennington, Saratoga, Yorktown, and New Orleans. The public cries for justice and vengeance, invoking prayer to the God of battles as a rallying call for Republicans against Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McNab
Drew
McCormick
Congress
John Bull
Gen. Macomb
Plattsburgh
Benningon
Saratoga
Yorktown
Bunker Hill
New Orleans
Canorting
America
Clan Alpine
North America
Niagara District Sheriff Appointment and War News
Col Cameron is named Sheriff of the Niagara District replacing the late Alexander Hamilton. A prisoner at Fort Henry reports an April 28 trial. The Montreal Herald debate critiques Wilsonian policy and urges strong defense of the Canadas. Reports from Vera Cruz note a Mexico France armistice and payments. Public outrage over the Burnaby murder and British inaction is urged, alongside warnings of potential Irish independence rhetoric and preparations for war in Britain and America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vera Cruz
Don Edward de Gorostiza
Victoria
Mexico
Admiral Baudin
France
Peckesham
St. Juan de Ulloa
Congress
British officer loses way on frontier road in Vermont prank
A British officer traveling in full dress on an express misdirects himself by a false road at Compton and ends up in Canaan Vermont after a long ride. He is refused a horse by a farmer who jokes about the Queen, leaving the officer to retreat to Colton. The piece notes two printing errors found after the first page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stevenson
Lord Palmerston
Mr. Stevenson
Daily
Buffalonan
Vermont
Compton
Connecticut
United States
Cansan
Canaan
Colton
Married to Alburgh of the Statult by Rev John Haslem
Mr Jernavian Hyox weds Mrs Jane McGxxcon in Alburgh. The ceremony was performed by the Reverend John Haslem. The couple reside in the area and the marriage is recorded in local church records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alburgh
John Haslem
Jernavian Hyox
Jane McGxxcon
Infant deaths and a daughter referenced in notice
DIED In this place on the 12th instant, Rone nn New 0 infant non of Mr. Joserat Poryiy. Alea on the 16th instant, Joserm Narocvon, infant son of P. Leorare. Alsoion the With a daughe r of Lewis Gorerre, aged $ years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rone
Joserat Poryiy
Alea
Joserm Narocvon
P. Leorare
Lewis Gorerre
Vermont and New York Postmasters Named for the Cause
A list of postmasters and associates across Vermont towns including Montpelier Burlington Jeffersonville Fairfield East Berkshire and Richford and in New York City and nearby addresses is presented. The notice invites postmasters and others friendly to the Cause to act as agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermont
Montpelier
J. A. Vail
Burlington
Levin Perrault
Jeffersonille
J. Baker
Fairfield
H. Soule & Gott Brigham
Franklin
J. J. Deavin
East Berkshire
Buz
Jburgh
Tabor
Sewell
Derk
G. Johoson
Mr" Sheldon
Saph Weed
P.M. Ir Misa Mi
P.M. Richford
Alden Sears
P. M
New York
N.Y
Jason Ryan
Oak St. Perry's Millk
L. Perry
P. M. Solina
Erasmus Stone
P. M. Hopkinton
John Goodell
Nicholaville
Dennis Stacey
P. M.S
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Leity
Col. Cameron
Sherif
Niagara District
N. C
Alexander Hamilton
Freeman’s Advocate
Point Au Pele
Fort Henry
Friends of Freedom
Pirixa
Perhas
Herald
Old England
Great Britain
Montreal Herald
Bursiso
Ru Carorxe
O'Connell
Ireland
Parliament House
MeKensie
Gaz
London
Sir John
Harvey
Jonathan
John Harvey
Queen Victoria
Great Western
Russia
Winrirmh Scorg
Bangor
Mimaskow Bay
Pagauntic
Pataralso
1St. MM
Lyman Draper's Inn
Sheldon
Gol
Wm. Y. Wightman
James Godfrey
J. B. Bowdish
Swanton
Montielaer, Or
Alburgh Springs
Theas
Stoughton
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