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January 22, 1805
The Enquirer
Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia
What is this article about?
A letter from Washington, dated December 21, 1804, describes a gentleman's examination of original maps and plans of New Orleans and Louisiana displayed in the Senate Chamber, praising their accuracy and the artist's expertise as a former Spanish geographer and engineer.
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Extract of a letter from a gentleman at Washington to his friend in New-York, dated December 21, 1804.
"A few days since I had the pleasure of examining the Plan and View of New-Orleans and its vicinity, together with the Map of Louisiana, which prove to me that it is a country worthy the attention of the United States. They are suspended in the Senate Chamber, and command a great number of spectators.
"The above works are both original, by an artist of that country, who, I am informed, was geographer and engineer to the Spanish government. Tho President, Secretaries, and many of the Members of both Houses, have sanctioned them, after a minute inspection, and all who have seen them agree, that they are chef d'oeuvres rare to be met with. I understand he is proceeding eastward to procure subscribers--I hope he will receive from our enlightened citizens that encouragement which talents and education assuredly deserve."
"A few days since I had the pleasure of examining the Plan and View of New-Orleans and its vicinity, together with the Map of Louisiana, which prove to me that it is a country worthy the attention of the United States. They are suspended in the Senate Chamber, and command a great number of spectators.
"The above works are both original, by an artist of that country, who, I am informed, was geographer and engineer to the Spanish government. Tho President, Secretaries, and many of the Members of both Houses, have sanctioned them, after a minute inspection, and all who have seen them agree, that they are chef d'oeuvres rare to be met with. I understand he is proceeding eastward to procure subscribers--I hope he will receive from our enlightened citizens that encouragement which talents and education assuredly deserve."
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Curiosity
What themes does it cover?
Exploration
What keywords are associated?
Louisiana Maps
New Orleans Plan
Senate Chamber
Spanish Geographer
Historical Maps
What entities or persons were involved?
Gentleman At Washington
Artist (Geographer And Engineer To The Spanish Government)
President
Secretaries
Members Of Both Houses
Where did it happen?
Senate Chamber, Washington
Story Details
Key Persons
Gentleman At Washington
Artist (Geographer And Engineer To The Spanish Government)
President
Secretaries
Members Of Both Houses
Location
Senate Chamber, Washington
Event Date
December 21, 1804
Story Details
A gentleman examines original maps of New Orleans and Louisiana in the Senate Chamber, finds them exemplary, endorsed by officials, and hopes the artist receives subscriptions.