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Domestic News
May 29, 1806
Lynchburg Star
Lynchburg, Virginia
What is this article about?
Letter from Washington dated April 30, 1806, reports recent intelligence of Pierce's murder by a shot from the Leander in New-York, causing strong reaction; anticipates five frigates to New-York, readiness of armed vessels, and early June congressional session.
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Extract of a letter from a gentleman at Washington, to his friend in Philadelphia, dated April 30, 1806.
"We have just received the intelligence from New-York, of the murder of Pierce by a shot from the Leander. It has produced a strong sensation here, and it is generally believed by those with whom I have conversed, that FIVE FRIGATES will be ordered immediately for New-York, and that every vessel that can carry a gun will immediately be got in readiness--and that congress will be summoned to meet as early as the middle of June."
"We have just received the intelligence from New-York, of the murder of Pierce by a shot from the Leander. It has produced a strong sensation here, and it is generally believed by those with whom I have conversed, that FIVE FRIGATES will be ordered immediately for New-York, and that every vessel that can carry a gun will immediately be got in readiness--and that congress will be summoned to meet as early as the middle of June."
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime
Military
Politics
What keywords are associated?
Pierce Murder
Leander Incident
Frigates New York
Congress Summon
What entities or persons were involved?
Pierce
Where did it happen?
New York
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
New York
Event Date
April 30, 1806
Key Persons
Pierce
Outcome
murder of pierce by a shot from the leander
Event Details
Intelligence received in Washington of Pierce's murder in New-York by a shot from the Leander, producing strong sensation; belief that five frigates will be ordered to New-York, all armed vessels readied, and Congress summoned by mid-June.