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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Aug 27, 1793
Page
3
A garbled report recounts a naval skirmish near the Straits of Sunda and a British officer’s dramatic trial. It notes Captain Bo, a Pangasii company figure, and a French force's clash with British troops, plus a spy’s confession linking to Quebec and Falmouth. The piece highlights the spy’s deranged state, claimed identity, and appeal to divine protection amid wartime peril.
The fragment references a proclamation by a high authority about troops and guard actions. It mentions the General and peer status, the Garrison of Mentz, and potential penalties for resisting orders. It notes death waiting for some individuals and discusses limits on power to prevent fate of exiled soldiers.
The text recounts an Englishman, Becher, held as a prisoner near Mangalore and Seringapatam. It notes his insincerity, prior service, and a failed escape with sepoys guarding him. He was allowed limited movement, and a guard threatened to shoot if he tried to leave. Continuous confinement and later transfer are mentioned.
From Menin to the sea the periodical updates describe the burial of Colonel Bof vile and Lieutenant Peytter, Lord Howe's fleet awaiting orders, and the Terrible lugger in Dunap ready to depart for Danijrk. Promotions follow Lt Col Rok’s resignation, with Maule, Gant, and Ruffell taking higher commands while two infantry officers die at Fort St. George. The Nabob sends gifts of roses and two Arabian horses valued at £0,000.
From the scene of European conflict the piece notes British Guards' gallantry at Lincelles and the Dutch performance, urging unity of purpose. It also mentions Countess Westmorland delivering a daughter, Captain Oswald’s promotion, and detachments returning to town as the province shifts.
Fragmentary OCR from Tur Padoring Gazette describes uncertain records about boat parts and a citizen named Ajax. Text references a meeting, currency committee, and warnings or refusals. details are unclear due to transcription errors. The piece notes two citizens being involved and the term Desi or Desi ite appears, with scattered names and dates unreadable.
The report recounts a heated editorial stance condemning insurrection and factional agitation, praising obedience to laws and constitutional order. It notes Icelanders’ distrust of pretended patriots and urges calm, lawful governance. Also mentioned are Edinburgh Royal Bank charter expansion and the death of Prof. Henry Albert Schaltens at Leyden.
The Provincial News announces its full edition will appear on Thursday with coverage labeled Foreign Intelligence.
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