06 Mar 1781
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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Mar 06, 1781
Page
1
A fragmented historical account details clashes between opposing political factions with early morning firefights and guards at gates, casualties among combatants, and authorities attempting to restore order. It also includes a Portsmouth to Bristol naval dispatch noting ships damaged by severe winds and privateer movements near St Kitts, with commentary on the Dutch conflict and armament issues.
A letter from Dublin describes a French note for neutral seizure of English property aboard ships, rumors of peace talks in London, and a Dutch action near Guadeloupe. It lists Johnstone’s squadron for a secret expedition, privateer reports from Lisbon and Setúbal, and dispatches about the State of war, including the Prince of Wales’s health recovery and various naval incidents and losses.
A facsimile Port cover records February ports news with London notices on dispatches from Turin and Portsmouth. It notes ships from the West Indies heading to St Johns and privateers active near Jamaica. Admiral Bye and Admiral Evans are named with port commands, and a convoy to the West Indies is in preparation while many ships rest at Portsmouth awaiting orders.
Descriptions of militia actions and trials amid unrest in Waterford, Kilbridey, and Dublin. Reports include ships convoys from Spithead to Newfoundland, arrests for coiners, a large bread donation to prisoners, and police action against a gang in Kilbridey. Mentions of Lord North, Admiralty decisions, and military movements.
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