03 Jan 1741
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Newspaper
Daily Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jan 03, 1741
Page
1
A letter from Rome defends embargo policy, asks questions about French and Irish conduct, and challenges Breton and Dutch naval moves. Irish weather brings record snow and floods, with ships damaged, homes flooded, and residents scrambling to save goods. Reports from Dublin Kilkenny and Limerick note deaths, robberies, and public sheriffs’ inquiries as winter fury continues.
In Dublin on Sunday morning a fine gentle thaw started and continued into the afternoon and beyond, bringing melting snow and milder conditions across the city. Weather officials note rising temperatures and improving conditions for travelers and daily activities.
SCOTLAND Edinburgh December 25 Mr John Inglis Merchant appointed Clerk to the General Post Office replacing the deceased Mr Borthick. Scarcity of grain blamed on dealer fears of mob disruption, magistrates enact measure to reimburse importers for losses. violators to be severely prosecuted. Reports from Greenock claim a Liverpool ship bound for Guinea stranded at Argyleshire but crew and cargo safe. West parts report starving families unable to buy corn. money value low with barley and corn selling at high prices.
Shipping reports list vessels sailing to London from Lifoon Newfoundland and Guernsey to Southampton arrivals from Biddeford Guernsey Barbados and New York. Naval transports and multiple ships bound for Gibraltar Carolina and Lincolnshire noted with arrivals at Bristol Milford Haven Dublin and Gravesend.
The Dover, a 40 gun ship, is placed in commission with Captain Burridge given command. The Blantord, a 20 gun ship, is ordered rebuilt due to unfitter service. Victualling contracts for 6000 hogsheads are set to deliver in London before Lady-day.
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