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Domestic News
December 21, 1807
Alexandria Daily Advertiser
Alexandria, Virginia
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In Washington on December 20, the House of Representatives held closed-door sessions for two days, deliberating on critical national matters, with speculation on possible embargo, non-intercourse law, or war declaration; citizens urged to prepare.
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Washington, December 20.
The House of Representatives have been these two days acting with closed doors. They adjourned last night with closed doors and will of course commence with them to-morrow. Something of the deepest importance to the nation is undoubtedly before them. Various indeed are the conjectures as to the particular object which now occupies their attention. But whether an Embargo, or a Non-intercourse Law, or an actual declaration of War, will be the result of their deliberations, a few days perhaps will determine. In the mean time, and notwithstanding the intrigues and mysteries of government, it behoves all classes of citizens, and particularly the merchants to be upon their guard, and endeavor to prepare themselves for the calamity, which threatens us.
The House of Representatives have been these two days acting with closed doors. They adjourned last night with closed doors and will of course commence with them to-morrow. Something of the deepest importance to the nation is undoubtedly before them. Various indeed are the conjectures as to the particular object which now occupies their attention. But whether an Embargo, or a Non-intercourse Law, or an actual declaration of War, will be the result of their deliberations, a few days perhaps will determine. In the mean time, and notwithstanding the intrigues and mysteries of government, it behoves all classes of citizens, and particularly the merchants to be upon their guard, and endeavor to prepare themselves for the calamity, which threatens us.
What sub-type of article is it?
Politics
What keywords are associated?
House Of Representatives
Closed Doors
National Deliberations
Embargo
Non Intercourse Law
Declaration Of War
Where did it happen?
Washington
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Washington
Event Date
December 20
Event Details
The House of Representatives held closed-door sessions for two days, adjourned last night in closed doors, and will resume tomorrow. They are deliberating on matters of deepest national importance, with conjectures including an Embargo, Non-intercourse Law, or declaration of War. Citizens, especially merchants, advised to prepare for potential calamity.