28 Aug 1788
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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Aug 28, 1788
Page
1
In a June dispatch from Weats in Klagttor the article voices admiration for Canada’s wealth and potential to support Britain, echoing Marquis de Montcalm on Canada’s riches and population. It warns that even with vast colonies, strong discipline and loyalty are crucial for sustaining England’s power and prosperity.
A scrambled August 23 to 25 dispatch from London notes rumors of a Rudiane and Sivedgey division engagement with swiftSwedes nearby. The account mentions Prince Poufchin and Grand Duke affia and a Swedish blockade at Wyhonnes, with no confirmation. It covers claims of capitulation attempts, Austrian and Turkish forces, and a field report from Vienna about Mahmud’s campaigns and a Swedish fleet engagement near Rotia.
The excerpt describes a naval engagement where the crew, aided by their boats, held a line against a force until dark. It notes a courageous defense of a wounded officer, the capture of a vessel, and the heavy fighting with ships and boats bearing on the outcome. The narrative also covers post-battle reports, including captures, dispatches, and references to leaders and officers.
A letter from a friend in Edinburgh discusses war conditions, forces, and troop numbers. It references Austrians, Russians, Turks, and Tartars, noting infantry, cavalry, guards, and artillery distributions. The text provides an old world comparison of regiments and numbers amid ongoing conflict.
A partial transcription shows dated entries for August 25 with stock terms such as Per Cr and Ditto, referencing red entries, a 78x4 line, and Bank L.A. notes. The legible data indicate old currency and percentage-like fractions, but lack complete context or clarity for full interpretation.
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