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Newspaper
Courier
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 22, 1815
Page
3
The Journal de Paris reports a proposed general amnesty for peasants and officials linked to the uprising, with conditions for those who joined or supported the revolt. It notes cautious steps toward sanctioning officials and military figures, while British troops tighten control as Paris braces for changes in governance.
The Courier analyzes Ney’s capitulation of July 3 and its posturing after Paris. It questions whether Allied guarantees protected him from new trial, cites Foote and Bellerophon as precedents, and argues the interpretation of the Paris convention may extend to political offenses. The piece voices strong disapproval of Ney’s conduct.
A long manuscript memorial by a French Marshal claims he served for his country, defends his actions during the restoration, and details his role after 1814 including Waterloo and defense against invasion. The document prompts discussion in Brussels and Frankfurt papers with notes on political changes and legal reforms in France.
The text contains a translation of Louis XVIII’s letter to Marshal Soult dated March 15 1815 praising his honour and fidelity. It notes Ney’s trial approach and transfer to Luxemburg and includes a royal Champs Elysees speech to troops and a poem excerpt about the Tri colored Cockade.
Maritime notices report vessels sailing and arriving near Plymouth and Portsmouth. Ships include Venus Foab from Malta to Portsmouth, Primrose stoop of war from Scotland, Cape packet to the Cape of Good Hope, and Flora Major from Archangel. Also referenced are the Good Intent bilged near Leignmouth and the Akina captured by Warwick cutter near Mull.
Baxenr yesterday morning went to Rochester to be weighed and after breakfast at the Cossack walked two miles on the ground to gauge his progress. He covered 1 921 920 steps and ascended the course 8 008 times. Visitors gifted him presents as he neared public fame for the feat and joked about shaving his hair if a wig was bought.
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