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Edinburgh Courant

Location

Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom

Date

Feb 06, 1884

Page

5

House of Commons Gallery Notes on Debates and Measures

A contemporaneous digest of parliamentary activity focusing on the Speaker's handling of business, party divisions, and upcoming issues. The report highlights the debate dynamics between Government and Opposition, motions by Lord Randolph Churchill and others, and anticipated topics such as the Bays and Irish affairs. It mentions the Feather bonnet inquiry, leadership remarks, and the anticipated adjournment as factions maneuver.

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Massacre and retreat at Sinkat and Trinkitat

Latest dispatches describe a chaotic battle near Trinkitat and Sinkat with Baker Pasha’s force routed. Survivors and wounded are ferried to Suakim amid heavy fighting. Egyptian and Italian units suffer severe losses as British officers and European troops attempt to cover the retreat and protect embarkation.

London Letter on Baker Pasha Defeat and Desertions

A detailed dispatch from Trinkitat and Suakin reports Baker Pasha's relief attempt at Tokar failed as Egyptian troops deserted in panic, the square formations collapsed, and Arab forces overwhelmed the defenders. Casualties and missing include many officers and men, with British gunboats and French commentary noting strategic implications for Egypt policy.

Morning Post Trwkitat Baker‘ ‘Pasha Tokar Baket Pasha Hanta Suakim Baker Arba Pasha Nacrewly Cavahey Amon Pallicky Yuusuff Bey Bertan Mori Suakin Vaya Bse Esker Basha Telegray Thay Freneral Surtorme Aquare Alexandra Batition Morice Leste Walker Arbushere Sartorius Thera Wan Boata Morice Bey Leelie Forrester Walker Aldul Rank Colonel Jussel Wolseley Tel E Hicks Pasha Star Koshgate Abdul Rassil Baker Fasha Jussef James Boy Tabie Irish Constabulary Carroll Batish Paliogr Donabaver Meryburg

Cabinet and JHE disaster report amid Egypt defeat

The cabinet met amid rumors of a second disaster involving Simkat garrison's attempt to break out under Jewfik Pasha. Foreign offices denied confirmation as telegrams from Cairo flowed and Gladstone met Granville before a Cabinet session lasting about 45 minutes.

Ander Sonmand Baker Pasha Been Simkat Jewfik Pasha Avancalion Tearad Esri Granville’ H Aly Cairo Evelyn Barto Newa Foreign Office Egypt Smkst Daker Pasha

General Gordon's fate looms in Soudan reports and ship mobilization

The article traces parliamentary movements and telegrams from Admiral Hewett as Sudan crises unfold. It notes Baker Pasha's forces at Suakim, preparations to reinforce garrisons, and troop transports to the Red Sea. It also recalls General Gordon's stated hope not to return and the expectation he may reach Berbice before Bakry Pasha’s defeat.

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Notices of Motion and Disasters in Parliament Discussion

Mr Sewton gave notice to question Irish Executive plans amid fraud probes and Lord Rossmore removal. Ashmead Bartlett asked steps to curb military threats. Larquere urged evacuation of the country for order in Zept. Gladstone reported Gordon and Suakim intel, with Gordon’s appointment powers. Drought of disease control and import of cattle discussed. a Privy Council bill promised. A proposed vote of censure on government argued, Speaker ruling awaited.

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France and Tonquin Official Dispatch Report Quiet Provinces

An official dispatch from Panza dated February 6 reports the provinces of Sontay Hanoy Hudaong Namdinh and Haiphong are quiet. Reconnaissances along streams near Bacaville search for possible gunboat activity. The enemy has built a barrier along Songkan but it will be blown up.

Panza Ministry of Maringatatea Sontay Hanoy Hudaong Namdinh Hol Haiphong Gunbosata Songkan

France and Spain Relations Strained in Diplomatic Circles

In diplomatic circles here it is held that relations between France and Spain have not improved since a Conservative Cabinet took power. Observers point to issues such as the Frérench tunnel project and lack of ministerial willingness as evidence of ongoing difficulties.

Speman Spain

Guarding the Russian Treasuries in Crisis Report

By order of the Grand Doi, Vladimar military guards have been placed upon all the state. General Richter and camp to the Czar have been injured by a fall from his sledge. The report notes no suspicion of Natulum, and officials report a limited investigation.

Srectan Tevzoran Sr Perrasacreea Iserrauena Vladimar Richter Ante Natulum

State of Saxony Threats Spur Social Turmoil

The text recounts unrest across Saxony amid rising anarchist threats. Attacks are linked to events in Leipzig where seven individuals were attacked for supporting social deputies in the Saxon Parliament. The piece mentions threats against Herren Bebel and Liebknecht and warnings posted in the palace.

Serrato Feb Saxony Muory Loipns Herren Bebel Liebkiecht Socialis Bexon

Earl of Derby on Egypt at National Liberal Club

The Earl of Derby spoke at the National Liberal Club about Egypt and the county franchise. He said the government faced many large measures with little loss of support and would not annex Egypt or risk war, while pledging not to misallocate resources. He noted electoral distinctions between counties and boroughs as long-standing and praised Mr Russell of Liverpool for supporting seamen, with Mr Gladstone replying.

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