Tragic End Of Count de Hoym Reported From Dresden
Abstract of a four letter from Dresden dated the 27th Instant describes Count de Hoym formerly Prime Minister to August II of Poland ending his life in Konigstein. He hanged himself in his chamber using a handkerchief tied to a wall hook after leaving a note to the domestics. The note urged prudence and revealed a planned death to avoid scandal. The king ordered private burial and showed compassion. Earlier, Hoym had attempted suicide at Lichtenwalde when seized for imprisonment.
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Count de Hoyms
Dresden
Ount de Hoyms
Strate
Poland
Augustus the Second
Konigstein
Themelves
Lichtenwalde
Hanover
N. S
Francfort
Ferdinand
Bavaria
Palatinate
Hungary
Palfi
Potts
Constanti
London News Roundup Amid Court and War Updates
Reports from Hanover and Francfort describe preparations for royal furnishings in London and Bavarian regency intrigue, while Vienna notes Army reorganization for Hungary and Turkish defenses. Rome, Petersbourg, and Leghorn convey court entertainments, Corsican talk of liberty, Neapolitan plans, and a marriage match in Putney. local incidents close with arrests, a tea seizure, and a rope-yard accident.
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Asaph
Thomas Kouli-Kan
Munich
Tha
Constantinople
Electorate of
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Hungary
Empire
Europe
Widdin
Rome
Petersbourg
Leghorn
Genoa
Naples
Corsica
Actieu Republick of
Port News Show Harbors Packed With Diverse Vessels
Deal May 27 lists multiple ships remain in the Downs including the Anna Maria Scott bound for Carolina the Flemming Barnes for St Christopher s the Queen of Portugal King and the Mafia Smith for Lifton the Good Intent Crawford the St David Jones and the Dinah Piper bound for France the Skinner for Poo and the Patopfice Lux bound for Maryland with wind from the SSW.
Lines Published in Honor of King Charles the Second
A Daily Post letter praises Charles II for Restoration felicity and munificence. It recalls royal acts from rebuilding London after the Fire, aiding Northampton, and founding a hospital for disabled soldiers. It notes sanctuary to French Protestants and ends with Enn's College paying homage annually.
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Charles the Second
Northampton
England
Swaim
Fich
Canterbury
Thac College
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