16 Jun 1813
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Newspaper
Courier
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jun 16, 1813
Page
1
The document from JRUCHARDSON GOODLUCK and Co submits for inspection details of a state lottery. The plan draws begin with daily prizes and bonuses including an extra £10,000 on the first day and a £10 prize on the second day. The text shows vouchers and shares tied to a broader variety of offerings.
War Office reports a May 1813 operation: British forces under Wellington push into Salamanca, drive enemy from the town, and harry their retreat with cavalry and infantry. Prisoners, ammunition, and baggage taken. enemy forces regroup toward Zamora and Toro as Hill’s corps advances. Cadogan and Blackwood letters note gunboat actions and captured vessels. Royal Regiment of Ayrshire Militia renamed. numerous officer appointments and promotions announced.
Admiralty dispatch reports Sir Edward Pellew noting June 15 events and the Thamis and Furieuse bombardment of Ponza Harbour on February 27. Lieutenant Colonel Coffin leads the 1st Battalion and the 2d Ith Regiment in a squadron assault, achieving capitulation after heavy firing with no casualties. Capt. Mounsey praised. Lt. Croker commended. prisoners and guns listed in enclosures.
The Weymouth and Melcombe Regis borough records note the replacement of certain election officials after a voided seat. The document also lists numerous bankruptcy surrender dates for individuals across England, including Vaughan Isleworth and J A Wilson Foye, with respective court locations and attorneys.
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