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Domestic News
July 22, 1789
Gazette Of The United States
New York, New York County, New York
What is this article about?
Extract from a letter by John Sevier reports Creek Indians killing and scalping three men at Mulberry on Georgia's frontier around June 1, 1789; also, a large Creek force reportedly marching to Tugalu, leading to posted guards for inhabitant protection.
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AMERICAN AFFAIRS.
WINCHESTER, JULY 8.
Extract of a letter from John Sevier, dated Seneca, South-Carolina, June 4, 1789.
"About three days ago, three men were killed and scalped by the Creeks, at a place called the Mulberry, on the frontiers of Georgia: It is also reported here, that a large number of Creeks are on their way for Tugalu, in consequence of which guards are posted there, in order to protect the inhabitants. Yesterday I heard that 400 were seen on their march towards that place— God only knows what the event will be !"
WINCHESTER, JULY 8.
Extract of a letter from John Sevier, dated Seneca, South-Carolina, June 4, 1789.
"About three days ago, three men were killed and scalped by the Creeks, at a place called the Mulberry, on the frontiers of Georgia: It is also reported here, that a large number of Creeks are on their way for Tugalu, in consequence of which guards are posted there, in order to protect the inhabitants. Yesterday I heard that 400 were seen on their march towards that place— God only knows what the event will be !"
What sub-type of article is it?
Indian Affairs
What keywords are associated?
Creeks Attack
Georgia Frontier
Scalping
Tugalu Threat
Native Conflict
What entities or persons were involved?
John Sevier
Where did it happen?
Mulberry, Frontiers Of Georgia
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Mulberry, Frontiers Of Georgia
Event Date
About Three Days Before June 4, 1789
Key Persons
John Sevier
Outcome
three men killed and scalped
Event Details
Three men were killed and scalped by the Creeks at the Mulberry on the frontiers of Georgia. A large number of Creeks are reportedly heading to Tugalu, prompting guards to protect inhabitants; 400 were seen marching there.