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Newspaper
Edinburgh Chronicle
Location
Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Date
Sep 29, 1759
Page
2
The Edinburgh Chronicle recounts Admiral Rodney's famed actions in the recent sea war. Britain celebrates three ships burned or captured by the fleet, asserting resolve against French and Papal tyranny. The piece praises the King, ministers, and commonwealth spirit in defending liberty and religion.
The letter argues for the existence of Patagonian giants based on credible reports and notes the value of their knowledge. It then discusses a potential Northern Passage to the Indies, noting the difficulties of ice and polar navigation, and proposes sending small fleets to advance exploration and train captains for future voyages. The author anticipates continued discussion with the king.
Governor Rotimer, sent by the King of Denmark, secures a peace treaty with our regency after delays. The Bey seeks 19 000 ducats in exchange for warlike ammunition, despite presenting a jeweled watch and scarlet cloth. In Naples, nobles greet Spain’s new king. audiences await after a nine day retreat. In Russia, Empress lifts sequestration on Prussian officer estates. Denmark plans a new regiment on Amiack island.
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