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Turbulent Europe Gossips and Naval Movements Report
A long dispatch from Cadiz notes three Sallee men at sea with orders to seize ships of all nations including vessels of 10 12 and 18 guns. Dutch warships in Cadiz Bay await others to sail for the Mediterranean. Paris London and Madrid talk of pretensions and ministries as ambassadors present memorials. Ships of war under Sir Charles Wager noted, Venice envoy arrives, plagues, political intrigues and palace intrigues dominate. The King of Spain reportedly ill and succession disputes in Spain surface amid discussions of Cardinal Alberoni. In London three conduits will be pulled down and royal salutes planned. Tarrying debates in Soissons and Mantua reflect broader European tensions.
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Cadiz
Mediterranean
France
Charles Wager
Nedster
Republick of
Venice
Comerce
Yardina
Prufa
Don Carlos Infant
Spain
London
Wiliam
Anne
George the I
Cardinal Albeoni
Madrid
Europe
Soisfons