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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Apr 17, 1793
Page
4
A devotional poem urging national repentance and divine mercy. It invokes Abraham’s intercession and pleads for the restoration of God’s favor, asking God not to abandon the nation and to be known by the God that hears prayer. References Genesis 18 and Psalm 26 appear among the lines.
Friday observed as a day of fasting with divine service at St James's Chapel Royal. Reports describe Duke of Clarence's 98 gun command, Dumourier near Brussels, indemnities to Venlo residents, and Empress Catherine’s pressure on Sweden against France. Ambassadors De Merci and otros plot operations with York and Cobourg, Valenciennes siege, and naval movements off Dover. Privateers, Dutch vessels, and prize listings also noted amid the ongoing European conflict.
A memorial presented in the House of Commons by Mr Sheridan warns that regicides should be barred from entering European states or colonies. It notes royal assurances to protect rulers and families, and urges prompt action against those connected to the National Convention and the Executive Council. It also covers pension provisions for Mrs Ewart, riot relief efforts in Warwickshire, bank suspensions, and various maritime and local incidents including a fatal attack at Smithfield.
The surrender followed a preliminary capitulation with General Von Rauner. Prussian troops seized the gates March 27 and a garrison revolt occurred. Fourteen killed on both sides before insurrection was quelled. Calm restored, inner ramparts renewed, Polish garrison discharged. Royal Commission expected from Berlin for civil and commercial regulations. Tolls and duties to be reduced.
A cruel murder of Hannah Baim, 18, housemaid to Mr Arch er in St James s square, is detailed. The back drawing room door was bolted, a razor lay beneath her, and footman John Challacombe was arrested after quarrels and intoxication the prior night. Coroner s Jury returns verdict of wilful murder against Challacombe.
PhyMouth forms as Cumberland and Colofrey 74 gun ships arrive at the Sounds and plan convoy eastward to Spithead within days. Militia from Staffordshire march into town, while South Devon Regiment moves to Andover Overton and Basingstoke cantonments to form summer camps.
Portsmouth on April 17 reports arrivals including the Bell Williams under convoy of Drake sloop of war from Guernsey Regulus from the Downs Beaulieu and Ulysses men of war and Transport Skinner from Ireland under Admiral Parker details indicate a naval movement with multiple vessels noted in the harbor communications.
Report notes the death of Captain Lewin of the Ocean Indiaman one day after leaving China. It lists outward bound ships from Canton, including Bridgewater and Thetis, and records arrivals at China and St Helena with details on ships, cargos, and a captured vessel retaken near St Maloes.
A wholesome vegetable beverage is touted as effective for nervous disorders and general weakness where medicines fail. Claims are made that it improves health and preserves constitution. Sold by Thomas Appleby in Islington at 4s and 2s per parcel, letters pre-paid.
The bulletin lists arrivals and sailings from Dover Liverpool and Lancaster including ships such as the Nancy Tyrer Jenny Kennycon Mary Maar Scourge Ocean Europa Regulus Syren Ferret and ships from Savannah Cardiff New York and Charlestown. Several vessels travel under convoy from the Weistward with outward-bound orders and remain anchored with His Majesty's fleet.
Marriages listed include Lord Bruce to the Hon Miss Hill and the Earl of Ancram to Lady Henrietta Hobart. Also notes Arthur Birney and others’ engagements and several obituaries. Market prices show wheat and barley trends, with grain quotes and stock prices, and a Norwich exchange style update.
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