When was it published?

November 29, 1816 in The Rhode Island American, And General Advertiser

Domestic News November 29, 1816

The Rhode Island American, And General Advertiser

Q: What keywords are associated?

Georgia Legislature, Us Senate, Troup Appointment, Bibb Resignation, Compensation Bill

Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island

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What is this article about?

Georgia's legislature appoints Col. G.M. Troup to US Senate for six years, replacing Sen. Bibb whose term ends March 4; Bibb resigns remainder, Troup expected to fill vacancy. Bibb's Compensation Bill vote angers constituents.

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The Legislature of Georgia has appointed Colonel G. M. Troup to represent that State in the United States' Senate, for six years, in the room of the Honourable Mr. Bibb, whose term of service will close on the 4th of March next. Mr. Bibb has, in consequence, resigned his seat for the remainder of his present term of service; and it is expected that Colonel Troup will also be chosen to supply that vacancy. Mr. Bibb was among the most prominent adherents of the administration in the Senate, and incurred the displeasure of his constituents by voting in favour of the Compensation Bill, which is the most unpardonable political heresy of the day.

What sub-type of article is it?

Appointment Politics

What keywords are associated?

Georgia Legislature Us Senate Troup Appointment Bibb Resignation Compensation Bill

What entities or persons were involved?

Colonel G. M. Troup Mr. Bibb

Where did it happen?

Georgia

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Georgia

Event Date

4th Of March Next

Key Persons

Colonel G. M. Troup Mr. Bibb

Outcome

mr. bibb resigned his seat for the remainder of his present term; colonel troup appointed to represent georgia in the united states senate for six years

Event Details

The Legislature of Georgia appointed Colonel G. M. Troup to the US Senate in place of Mr. Bibb, whose term ends on March 4 next. Mr. Bibb resigned the remainder of his term, and Colonel Troup is expected to fill that vacancy. Mr. Bibb was a prominent administration supporter but displeased constituents by voting for the Compensation Bill.