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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Aug 18, 1797
Page
3
Fragmentary report describes a violent disturbance in Arras during a town celebration in August. It notes terrorists killed, youths seized Jacobinis, and troops driven from the town after stalling orders from General Hocle.
The document outlines succession orders and administration related to emigrants. It mentions open access to estates, sequestered charges, and pensions under laws dated September 12, with provisions for fathers and mothers of emigrants to be defined and discharged. It notes funds and duties to be carried to the Council of Elders by a state messenger.
A frenzied confrontation unfolds as leaders warn of a conspiracy to attack the Legislative Body. Berenger urges vigilance and asks for a message to the Directory while pledging to defend with lawful means. Delegates call for unity against the perceived threat.
Pertalis and the committee reported on a proposed resolution regarding divorce on the ground of incompatibility of temper and character. The discussion considered whether to grant a definitive divorce or delay proceedings, noting concerns about proving abuses and potential impact on societal obligations.
Fragmentary discussion on divorce limits in law, exploring whether incompatibility justifies dissolution. Advocates urge restraint, favoring family tribunals to reveal motives, protect dignity, and prevent scandal while balancing public welfare and moral order.
Paris papers note official Batavian notice that six French men of war have arrived at Batavia via a squadron from the Fleuve de France. The Dutch possession in India is said to be well protected against attacks due to the arrival and abundance of provisions and neutral vessels. The dispatch refers to Admiral Sercey and cites comments by Noel and the new minister Volney-Périgord on the Directory’s approval of a proposed constitution.
Fragmentary report from Turin describes insurgents defending the town with courage while authorities sought to rout them. Royal forces offered opposition and urged remnant rebels to seek refuge in Cisalpine territories as calm returned.
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Dispatches report Mantua fortress being restored with ordnance and ammunition supplied by the French. Imperial forces under General Zrzy advance toward Mantua with Verona in sight. French baggage sent back. merchants in Switzerland raise funds for the court. Citizen Ferret departs for Ufina with dispatches from Baron Zhugut, eight hours before Neapolitan ambassador departs for the same city.
The Amsterdam discussions stall awaiting the outcome of the Primary Assemblies vote on the new Constitution. Acceptance or rejection hinges on late week results from members, with Count Cabarrass, the King's plenipotentiary, arriving as weather hinders the Texel Fleet from setting sail.
From Vienna Prince Walbeck arrived on a secret mission after conferences with Lord Mami ESBU Ry. he left Life for Calais en route to London. Peace negotiations between the English and French plenipotentiaries are suspended for days as the Direction reviews the project Lord Mau Mes presented, outlining the basis of all Peace terms.
About 124 representatives, nearly evenly split between violent or revolutionary and moderate factions, face the pivotal issue of accepting or rejecting the Constitution. The decision is set for the eighth of the month. Foreign tea importation has been strictly prohibited.
Amsterdam reports that the Batavian representatives have been re-elected while the revolutionary or violent faction gains decisive sway in the Princary Assembly. Deputy Vreedes of Leyden leads this party, a skilled member who urged opposition to the Constitution in a recent Convention note via Citizen Noel.
Vienna reports Marquis diGailo, after days in the capital, arranging his return to Adinas. He insists on punctual fulfillment of articles of the Rechangsiens treaty. The outcome hinges on immediate peace treaty conclusions or potential reconsideration.
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