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Editorial
May 9, 1816
Norfolk Gazette And Publick Ledger
Norfolk, Virginia
What is this article about?
The Baltimore Federal Gazette protests the abrupt dismissal without reason of long-serving postmaster Charles Burrall, appointed under Washington and lauded by Jefferson, who is replaced by John S. Skinner, highlighting his impartial service and cross-party respect.
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REWARD OF MERIT.
Charles Burrall, Esq. who has acted as post-master in Baltimore for upwards of seventeen years; who was appointed during the administration of Washington; whose conduct has been highly approved of by every succeeding president, particularly Mr. Jefferson, who knew him intimately: whose able and impartial execution of the duties of his office has secured him the sincere regard of every respectable citizen of Baltimore of every party -has been suddenly dismissed from office, without any previous intimation without any cause being assigned.
John S. Skinner, Esq is appointed to succeed Mr. Burrall as post-master of the city of Baltimore.
Balt. Federal Gazette, May 2.
Charles Burrall, Esq. who has acted as post-master in Baltimore for upwards of seventeen years; who was appointed during the administration of Washington; whose conduct has been highly approved of by every succeeding president, particularly Mr. Jefferson, who knew him intimately: whose able and impartial execution of the duties of his office has secured him the sincere regard of every respectable citizen of Baltimore of every party -has been suddenly dismissed from office, without any previous intimation without any cause being assigned.
John S. Skinner, Esq is appointed to succeed Mr. Burrall as post-master of the city of Baltimore.
Balt. Federal Gazette, May 2.
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Postmaster Dismissal
Baltimore
Charles Burrall
Partisan Removal
Federal Appointment
What entities or persons were involved?
Charles Burrall
John S. Skinner
Washington
Jefferson
Baltimore Citizens
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Unjust Dismissal Of Baltimore Postmaster Charles Burrall
Stance / Tone
Critical Of Sudden Removal Without Cause
Key Figures
Charles Burrall
John S. Skinner
Washington
Jefferson
Baltimore Citizens
Key Arguments
Burrall Served As Post Master For Over 17 Years
Appointed During Washington's Administration
Conduct Approved By Every Succeeding President, Especially Jefferson
Able And Impartial Execution Of Duties
Secured Sincere Regard From Respectable Citizens Of Every Party
Dismissed Suddenly Without Previous Intimation Or Assigned Cause