09 May 1744
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Newspaper
Daily Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
May 09, 1744
Page
1
An extract of a Paris letter outlines strategic considerations amid ongoing conflict. It notes English caution, potential German alliances, and the risk of delaying war aims, with discussions of Admiral Matthews, French forces, and possible subsidies to deter British moves. It mentions trade impacts and anticipated rejoicings if favorable outcomes emerge.
A garbled port news item lists ships sailing from London to Portsmouth Plymouth Weymouth Cowes and St Martins. Entries include the William tambour the Karimrine the James Major and the John and Elizabeth with destinations Dover Road and Ly mington. Some names appear misspelled or fragmented but indicate a harbor activity with multiple vessels and anchors remaining near Dover Road.
The Lords of the Admiralty order the Winchester Man of War fifty guns to be launched and victualled for a cruise against the French on the Norway coast. Brigadier Richard St. George’s Regiment of Horse arrives in Southwark to join the Blues in Germany. The King appoints Dr Delany to be Bishop of Down and Ensign Toifon to be Lieutenant of Tilbury Fort. Henry Fox is married to Lady Caroling, and other marriages and notices follow, with a risible incident of Dutch soldiers poisoned by hemlock and a seizure of English brandy. News from Hull reports French privateers capturing vessels near the coast. The King creates Viscount Coke of Holkham and Earl of Leicester. The column continues with financial market quotes and bankruptcy notices.
Fragmentary OCR text describes insurance and loan terms, with references to Emperor's Loan, pr ante, quit-rent, and various prices. Mentions Salt Tales, Lottery Tickety, and debts owed from prior years. Overall reads as a historical insurance and financial notice with unclear specifics.
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