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Newspaper
Courier
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 26, 1813
Page
3
A late 1813 dispatch from Kingston reports Brigadier General Henry Proctor commanding a Canadian expedition against American forces. It lists officers wounded and prisoners, ranks, and units including the Newfoundland Regiment and Baltic Despatch, with remarks on valor and the actions near Sackett's Harbor and Forty Mile Creek.
Brigadier General Vincent reports a successful surprise attack near the head of Lake Ontario on June 6, 1813, seizing three guns and a brass howitzer while driving the enemy from camp. He commends officers and troops, notes severe British casualties, and lists captured enemy prisoners and ordnance as of Burlington, June 7, 1815.
A noted movement at Jouton suggests a grand expedition into the Mediterranean. L Orient reports an American Corvette carrying Minister Plenipotentiary Cranford to his Majesty, and Crawford and Jackson depart for Parish. Frontiers of Saxony notes fresh French troops arriving July 9, and Frankfort on July 14 describes a surge of infantry and cavalry through the town with a two regiments garrison remaining.
The Prince Vice-Roy toured the Port of Chiogga and Brondolo fortifications then reviewed the Royal College of Marines and the frigate Prova. He inspected the Library and lyceum, reviewed Verdier's division, and departed toward Udine via the Passilano department. A convoy of artillery arrived from Puri.
Very important dispatches arrive from the Crown Prince's Headquarters about a conference between the Emperor of Russia the Emperor of Germany the King of Prussia and the Crown Prince of Sweden. Hostilities may resume shortly after the 0th inst.
The new form of Prayer issued by the Archbishop of Castenpury was read in cathedrals and chapels nationwide to celebrate Vattosia's decisive victory. Westminster Abbey presented a Thanksgiving Anthem by Cianues Evins with a parable sung by a noted quartet. The Chapel Royal heard a sermon by Mannyx and attended by Princess Cars nLoTre and the Duke of Cuamanipee in the King's Closet.
At St Metter Jersey a General Court-martial for Ensign dberander Blood of the 18th Royal Irish Regiment hears charges of violent behavior in March 1813. He allegedly wrestled with Ensign M Caul struck and kicked others, tore clothing, and used vulgar language in the officers’ mess room. He also allegedly defied orders and challenged Lieut L Smith after returning to the mess. The court weighed the facts and delivered its decision.
The court weighs prosecution evidence and defense and convicts Manign Alexander Blood on the first charge. It finds him guilty of the second charge regarding Chatler vd Lieut Col Smyth but not of the charged deliberate act. The court sentences him to be cashiered with approval from the Prince Regent.
In Court 3 Chancery Saturday a petition sought to expunge a proof relating to Sertzia Shop News from the late Ponrefe Bank. Counsel argued notes were not lawful to pay debts in cash or bank notes. judges debated legality and urgency, delaying a decision to await a higher Court ruling.
A grand event at the Opera Cause venue promises splendor with a royal patronage from the Duke of Charente. Tickets cost a guinea each, and preparations include elaborate decorations, stage level decoration, and festive lighting. The crowd distribution is noted with large attendance and expectations of a lavish social entertainment.
War Department notes from Downing Street dated July 23 report Lord Wellington’s officers communicating to the public a summary of engagements. General Craverin’s forces moved from Sasagossa toward Jaen though the enemy held a Bastan valley centre with three divisions, later dislodged by British and Portuguese brigades. Allied losses stand at eight killed and 119 wounded, including Lieutenant Batt of the 34th regiment. Headquarters on the 12th were at Ernani with letters from Lord Bentines and General Exso at Valencia and San Pelippe.
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