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Editorial
May 4, 1814
Norfolk Gazette And Publick Ledger
Norfolk, Virginia
What is this article about?
Editorial expresses skepticism about an armistice in the ongoing war, noting Governor Prevost's limited willingness and dependence on Admiral Cochrane. It accuses administration supporters of misleading the public, potentially influencing the Loan and New-York elections.
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Our readers will perceive what the National Intelligencer says upon the subject of an armistice. We are sorry to add, that the current of opinion sets much against that event. Governor Prevost has signified distinctly, as we are informed, to our government, that he is willing to enter into an armistice as far as his power extends; but which does not go beyond Canada and Nova-Scotia. It of course depends on the disposition of, and powers given to Admiral Cochrane, to conclude a general armistice.
It is to be feared that the credulous people, have been once more gulled by the supporters of administration. The democratic papers and indeed all the party generally affected to believe that an armistice would take place; and they managed the matter very well, but whether "the catch has been compassed" or not a few days will determine. The Loan and the New-York elections may have been influenced by the belief that an armistice would take place. Cunning may do for some time, but it will be exposed, and despised in the long run.
It is to be feared that the credulous people, have been once more gulled by the supporters of administration. The democratic papers and indeed all the party generally affected to believe that an armistice would take place; and they managed the matter very well, but whether "the catch has been compassed" or not a few days will determine. The Loan and the New-York elections may have been influenced by the belief that an armistice would take place. Cunning may do for some time, but it will be exposed, and despised in the long run.
What sub-type of article is it?
War Or Peace
Partisan Politics
Foreign Affairs
What keywords are associated?
Armistice
War Negotiations
Governor Prevost
Admiral Cochrane
Political Deception
New York Elections
What entities or persons were involved?
National Intelligencer
Governor Prevost
Admiral Cochrane
Supporters Of Administration
Democratic Papers
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Skepticism Regarding Armistice Negotiations
Stance / Tone
Skeptical And Critical Of Administration Deception
Key Figures
National Intelligencer
Governor Prevost
Admiral Cochrane
Supporters Of Administration
Democratic Papers
Key Arguments
Public Opinion Opposes Armistice
Prevost Willing For Limited Armistice In Canada And Nova Scotia
General Armistice Depends On Cochrane
Administration Supporters Misled Public On Armistice
Belief In Armistice May Have Influenced Loan And New York Elections
Deception Will Eventually Be Exposed