Recapture of Frolic and Wasp by British and American ships
A British official report dated October 23 1815 details the recapture of the Frolic by the Wasp, after a fierce gale and an exchanging of cannon. The Frolic, damaged and unable to maneuver, was boarded by the American vessel, while the Wasp was captured and the Frolic later retaken by Poictiers. Officers and crew displayed notable bravery though casualties occurred. The dispatch promises further particulars to Lordships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thenivalty
Talee
Jen
Sidi
Willie
Wasp
Bermuda
Capara
John So Warren
Poictiers
Bes
Tsig
Frolic
United States of America
Bay of Honduras
Latiude
Carrie
Brug & Gan
Charles M*kay
Gretieutenant, and Mr. Stephens
Honoir
J. B. J. Whinyates
Warren, Bast
Patriotic War Relief Appeal Urges Winter Gear
A call from General Harrison urges citizens to donate blankets, mittens, socks, overalls, jackets, and shoes to aid Western State troops marching into Canada. Colonel Buford will arrange transport and payment for needed items, with emphasis on women supplying warm clothing for soldiers in winter conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eras
Catroirs
Canada
Thomas
Buford
Linsey
Paris Riots Over Buonaparte Bust At Feydam Theatre
Reports from Lordon Saturd ay recount unrest in Paris following the publication of the French Bulletin. Crowds attacked the Buonaparte bust at the Theatre Feydam, with objects hurled and cries of discontent, leading to the bust's destruction and a hurried closure. Buonaparte later rode into Paris under disguise, amid heightened security and military presence as news of upheaval spreads. In Madrid and Salamanca French conduct is condemned, with strict arrests and levies imposed. The Atlantic mail and naval movements, including the Macedonian and Swallow, are noted alongside updates from Malta and Philadelphia, reflecting ongoing European turmoil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
France
Paris
Metropolis
Martin
Artin
Buonaparte
Goreasala
Vicenza
d’Enghein
Admiralty Office
de Woolverine
Portsmouth
Malta
Cadie
Xuraz
Xerez
Seville
Inia
Peninsula
Madrid
Salamanca
Soult
Gerre
Columbia
Falmouth
Philadelphia
Hich
Russel
United States
Morphew
Jamaica
Rodgers
Baltimore
England
Naval actions and captures near Bermuda and Atlantic in 1818
Fragmentary wartime notes report H M S Politiers capturing the American sloop Wasp and revoking the brig Frolic, with Captain Whinyates praised for gallantry. A separate interception by Captain Broke notes the Shannon capturing the American brig Thorn Salvarete. references to a magistrate’s receipt for poor relief and a Sunday liquor sale fine in St Anne’s Parish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Politiers
Ssa
Wasp
Jacob Joons
Whingates
Bermuda
Whinyates
P. Beresford
B. Warren, Bart. K. B
Broke
Bhanngoo
John Bortad Werren
John Wilson Groker
Shannon
Marbiehead
Duke-Street
St. Anne's
Fragmentary OCR note about Cambrians and names
The readable fragments reference Cambrians and two individuals, with unclear surrounding details. The note hints at a discussion or reference to people linked to Cambridge but lacks full context or identifiable action. No dates or clear roles are present.
Fragmented plea raises questions on intent and meaning
A garbled message asks through a medium about whether certain acts or ideas have value or virtue. The text appears as a jumbled pitch or request, mixing personal tone with unclear references to recognition and trust.
Jamaica Assembly Thanks Your Honor for Speech
The Assembly of Jamaica offers thanks for your honor's greeting and expresses confidence in governance. They regret the illness prolonging the sovereign, condemn an act against a virtuous minister, and praise recent victories in Spain while hoping for U S alliance peace and a general truce in Europe. His Honor replies with warm approval of the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cg W
Samaica
Jon
Morrison
Linley Cerne
Belight
Jaoraita
Américh
Aod
the Inc
Assembly
Assembly of
Jamaica
Astana
United States
America
France
Spain
Portugal
Europe
Naval Intelligence from December events and prize captures
Kent returns after six weeks from the Straits with convoy from Malta and Minorca. American prizes flood in, notably a Bourdeaux bound schooner worth fifteen thousand dollars and two other American schooners worth about twenty thousand each. A French frigate bound for America escaped pursuit, while Margaret of Tobago, with thirty sail in convoy, dispersed in heavy weather. Kent also reports the ship Three Friends plundered and found with a dog on board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pruywouru
Dac
Kent
Straits
Malta
Minorca
Gibraltar
Americas
New York
Charleston
Bourdeaux
L’orient
Basque Roads
New-York
Bourdeaus
Northumberland
Havre de Grace
America
Lezard
Albicore
Helicon
Igigale
Margaret
Spittal
Tobago
West Indies
Riegdgve
Mediterranean
Samuel Wheley
Maxier
Messina
London
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Ubrica
WM. H. Harrison
Alteny Gaxtite
Milti
Aernesses
Morgat
Greenbush
Niapara
Isinow
Manchiaco
St. Antonia
Stara
Mississippi
Syren
Vera Crug
Mexico
Savanna
Maz
Mons
Westmorland
Faixovru
Washington
R. M. Johnson
Miami Lake
Beamuna
Che Poictiers
Lordon
Tae Aditor
Bing Berlatt
Thiak
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