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Virginia Argus
Richmond, Virginia
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On January 1, 1812, the French Vice-Consul in Savannah, Le Marois, informed U.S. Collector A. B. Bulloch of his ordered retirement due to encroachments on the French flag and subjects, citing nullity of consular functions and lack of security for French vessels and citizens.
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The following note was this morning received by the collector of our port, from the French vice-consul in this place :—
Savannah, Jan. 1, 1812.
The Vice-Consul of France, in Savannah to Mr. A. B. Bulloch, Collector of said Port of Savannah.
Sir,—From the odious encroachment committed in this city, on the flag and the subjects of his imperial majesty, having proved the nullity in which the French consul is placed; in order to fulfil his functions and protect the French subjects, I have received orders to retire.
When this unwarrantable crime shall be punished; when the law protecting strangers will be re-established, with the respect due by all civilized nations; when, finally, the authorities of this port will be able to offer security to vessels, and to the subjects of France, it is probable that I shall be ordered to return and continue my functions.
Your most humble and obedient servant,
LE MAROIS.
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Savannah
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Jan. 1, 1812
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french vice-consul ordered to retire due to encroachments on french flag and subjects; potential return when security is restored.
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The French Vice-Consul in Savannah received orders to retire because of odious encroachments in the city on the French flag and subjects, rendering consular functions null; he will likely return once the crime is punished, laws protecting strangers are re-established, and authorities can ensure security for French vessels and subjects.