Suppression of ancient Leipsic fair ordinance aids Jewish merchants
In Leipsic an annual ordinance restricting open ware at fairs is repealed by the King after merchants’ complaints. Jewish traders may hire space and sell wholesale or retail during fairs in any city part. Spain reports new Madrid proclamations and European diplomacy on Americas crisis.
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Dresden
Satony H
Dagsnes
Ava
Leipsic
Leipsic Shail
Waretuser
Aix-la-Chapette
Cabinet
Madrid
Antoines
Srain
America
Congress
South America
United States
New World
Europe
Bl Kitt
Union
South American
Brion
New York
Old Spain
Ambitious European aims loom over Americas and Austria
The London Journal reports on Aix la Chapelle congress plans and European powers weighing intervention in South America. It notes Spain’s call for interference, American independence risks, and possibilities of mediation involving Portugal, Austria, and Britain, with Paris and Vienna tempers shaping policy.
France Occupation Army and Paris Festival Notes
The Moniteur reports three orders: pay and allowances for Royal officers, a 1.2 million franc city loan to finish wine trade works, and a correction about Poland being misnamed as the Grand Dutchy of Warsaw. Eve of Saint Tours saw free theatre admission, with vast crowds and lively verse in Journal de Paris praising the Bourbon line and Duchess of Berry's state amid festive pages and public cheer.
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France
Roger Cdobsoniceye
Royal Corps
Paria
Brandica
Poland
Journal de Paris
Berry
Northern Expedition Letters Describe Ice Impediment at 74 Lat
Private letters from Captain Ross's Northern Expedition dated July 6 report the ships stalled by ice near a landform called the Devil's Thumb. Captain Buchan's party was seen July 8 by the whaler Vigilant at about 80 degrees latitude, with little other detail. The notice urges whalers to share any sightings of the Discovery ships. News from Boulogne mentions Lord Cochranes sailing on the Belish vessel Aase with kin Lady and two Patriotic Avenirs en route to the Cape Yorav coast. commerce tensions in Buenos Aires over duties on British textiles prompted calls for a 30 percent tariff cut, though no decree issued.
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Spain
Madrid
Lacedon
M. de Campttéans
London
Duke de Sam Carlos
Maipo
Pensacots
Buenos Ayres
Mapkin
Ava
Gibralter
Barbary
Gibraltar
Tangiers
Aurea
Puniah
Sepa
Morocco
Ceuta
Aouth Ammeicay
Byan
America
Europe
Fairodtice & Pew
Aia
Great Britain
Permaimbuce
Catttolle
Jill High
Anebich
Aefinian
Ross
Batin
Buchan
Boulgne
Coch
Tane
Aase
Cape Yora
Suavlah
Walleve
Lelie
Duenus Ayres
Thas
Turbulent Manchester mill unrest and riot act proclamation
State of Manchester reports intensified unrest as workers threaten to resume protests at key mills. Authorities station constables, arrest several rioters, and enforce the Riot Act while magistrates bolster security to protect masters. Elopement of a turnouts treasurer cited as sign of discontent.
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Manchester
Ninety Fifth Foot
Bonaparte Fanatic Fragments Report From St Helena Exile
Archive review describes a London pamphlet titled Maniecrit de Napoleon Elbe claiming to quote Bonaparte on St Helene. The narrator details the shorthand dictated manuscript, its author Bodaphile, the island setting, and the hurried dictation of ten chapter heads during Napoleon’s stay. The document was later sent to a St Helens depository to determine publication.
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Bonaparte
St. Helena
London
Bodaphile Iimeelf
Yio
Napoleon
St. Martin
Mae
Timin
Atba
Pidmbind
Haty
Tim
Ebave
Aizaall
France
Ithan
St. Helens
Patis
The Queen At Kew and Windsor Illness Report
The Queen visited Kew from Stud House and Hampted Cart then rested. Illness limited her garden activity and travel to Windsor. Reports say she had a better night, with delays in moving her to Windsor due to water depth. France’s funds rise as Aix la Chapelle postponement looms and Pozzo di Borg meets the Emperor. Conspiracy chatter fades though court action looms. General Daniel case to be published.
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II Fe
Montreur
Percy
Vienna
Germany
Frankfort
France
Army of Occupation
Europe
Netherlands
England
Duke of Wellington
Monte Video
Portugal
Austria
Paris
Yeeiding
Mvettie
Richelieu
Aixaja-Chapelte
Elevetorat College
Ihnennseobilug
M. Pozzo di Borgo
General Pucao
Gbu Seauwal
Earl Pembeckele
Cort
Charles Stuart
Waulfrc
Charles
Axhl
Mfr
Barlag
Pacis
Ute
Baring
Aix Lechapallen
London
Kew Palace
FL Mulman
Tharrorn
Windsor
Kew
Aix-la-Chapelle
M. Pozzo di Borg
Aix la-Chapelle
Spain
Court of Assize
Daniel
Bolivar's Forces Halt Spanish Advance in Venezuela Action
A detailed update from Saint Fernando May 13 1878 describes General Bolivar's improved cavalry and shattered Spanish infantry at a clash near Valencia. Spanish General Morales retreats toward Sombrero after heavy losses, with key officers among the dead, and the independence forces claim momentum and potential control of Caracas region.
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South America
Port Spain
Jung
Quayabal
Bolivar
San Ferpando
Calibezo
San
Caracas
Aten
Morillo
Bermates
Puerto Dada Medera
Cumana
General Star
Francisco DE P. Santander
Fernando
International Decree Reshapes Brazilian Trade Duties
The UK consul in Paris reports a new decree dated 45th April altering Brazilian and colonial duties. It suspends most waivers for twenty years, imposes 2 percent on gold and gems, cuts some Portuguese-origin imports, and enacts reciprocity for foreign vessels importing into the UK. The notice notes wine, spirits, oils, and vinegar tariffs, and requires foreign vessel captains to present certified cargo documents. Also mentions Warren Hastings death at Daylesford House aged 86.
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United Kingdom
Portugal
Brazil
Algarve
Paris
Brasil
Portugues Vesarla
Torre
Regan Tee
France
Aaa Portugues
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Walt Agselleur Nestor
Har City
Golletin
Paeg
Vita del Pao
Tin
Real
Pas
Vieleocla
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Mt. Carley
Bin
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Colonina
Anengugni
Aniey
Mbcos
Veriberen
Baggel
Qui Vine
Gonsler Villa
Castilla i
Rags
Latorre
Thia
Dragoons
Hussars
Cers
Vilencia
New Grevana
Jusk
Lsts
Govaley
Morales
Guaytel
Funando
Calabaso
Sombrero
Campozo
Aragna
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Pyvy Council
Daylesford House
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