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Harwich murder inquiry amid ship sinking tragedy report
An account from Harwich describes the seizure of John Longden master of the pink the Two Brothers for sinking a fishing vessel in January with ten men aboard. Cruelty followed as crew and rescued fishermen were harmed. A servant was discharged to avoid disclosure, a boy confessed to authorities, and Longden was hunted by officials. Admiralty warrants and harbor actions are noted along with other shipping and European war updates.
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