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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Jul 14, 1812
Page
2
From the London Gazette July 7 181% report of Lieutenant Simmonds in the Gan brig Attack detailing a daring night raid. They decoyed and boarded the transport galliot No. 637 and the privateer, capturing both while repelling enemy fire. Crews remained unharmed and commendations await.
A morning report from Port Narrows notes distressing events in New Town. A merchant Mr Hyne killed his wife and infant with pistols, then died by suicide. two servants and a family of four perish in the incident. motive remains unknown while neighbors lament the sudden domestic catastrophe.
Notices from New York and Paris detail the Hornet voyage to New York, dispatches from Messrs. Biddle and Taylor, and a Madison message to Congress. The National Intelligencer notes France’s decrees remain, while Barlow’s mission yields no decisive treaty. Reports also cover Congress proceedings on war, embargo protests, and Treasury loan outcomes.
A Berlin Gazette extract reports a defensive alliance between the King of Prussia and the Emperor of the French, with mutual guarantees of territory and coordinated measures. The treaty, dated February 4, 1812 and signed in Berlin March 6, outlines commerce rights, naval provisions, and ratifications to be exchanged within ten days.
At Harrcourt Lodge the Lady of Joseph Lightburde has given birth to a daughter on the fifth instant.
A royal order extending the six month prohibition on exporting naval stores such as pig iron bar iron hemp pitch tar rosin anchors cables and related items. The order details exemptions for ships in service and permits limited exports to certain colonies and places with oath and bond requirements for destination proof. It preserves trade terms with Ireland and the colonies while allowing some goods to go to specified imperial destinations.
Advertisement reveals William Hodges at 15 Parliament Street as proprietor. The notice presents a printed imprint likely for a shop or catalog. No further names or dates specified in readable text.
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