23 Aug 1793
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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Aug 23, 1793
Page
1
Public attention on Poland’s peril risks being diverted by French affairs. The invasion and dismemberment of Poland threaten its vast historic realm. Three royal plunderers carved up the land, complicating a crisis that could reshape Europe.
A mid 19th century court record recounts a breach of promise trial where a farmer's daughter sues a farmer's son, arguments focus on morals and secrecy. The judge directs a verdict for the defendant amid sharp defense and rebuttal. The piece then shifts to a polemical critique of sovereignty and democracy, contrasting Athens and revolutionary France with warnings about mob rule and tyranny.
The Court of Directors of the United Company of Merchants of England trading to the East Indies announces transfer of East India Annuities. Transfer Books close on Saturday at two o clock, and details involve conversion to three pounds per certificate reduced annuities under Bank of England management. Sec William Ramsay.
A note from Russia to the Swedish chancellor requests that Sweden withhold convoy protection for Swedish ships carrying ammunition or provisions to France and orders searches of merchants at sea. Similar notes were given to Denmark, with Britain also signaling. The Swedish king and Regent returned from their journey, and the Duke of Ost Gothland hosted a royal concert and supper.
War sable dispatch reports that after the Diet delayed on granting full powers, the Imperial Russian ambassador warned that negotiations with Prussia must proceed with dispatched authority. The next day the required powers were decreed, ordering immediate negotiation with Baron de Buccwoz.
Naples June 29. Report that the French Envoy M Mac fad was expelled is groundless. Two new Secretaries of Legation named Reinhard and Meadouce were presented yesterday by the Envoy to Prime Minister General 4Zen.
Milan dispatch reports Semoniville arrested upon landing at Milanese quay. He is escorted to the citadel. his suite numbered 1. Destination listed as Constantinople, implying political intrigue or royal commotion amid city tensions.
In Manheim August 14 a copied report says Prussian Headquarters may have moved from Torsheim to Lautern. French forces near Landau staged a feint to allow a large convoy of ammunition and provisions into the fortress, partially succeeding while much of the convoy was captured. Army losses include both officers and privates. many were killed or wounded and several officers and men were taken prisoner or exchanged.
Tur in reports a British fleet led by St Albans with two frigates and a corvette arrived from Gibraltar in 35 days, convoying 14 English merchantmen. Corsica intelligence says Bastia Calvi and St Fiorenzo still held by the French, with Paoli and the General Council governing the island. Since the Spanish fleet left Carthagena, French vessels carrying provisions arrived, greatly welcomed by the needy French.
The piece traces Dunkirk as a fortified prize changing hands between Spain France England and the Dutch, noting fortifications and naval prizes. It discusses Prussia’s rise, Russia’s Baltic aims, and Britain’s risk from a strengthened Russia, urging support for Poland to avoid single-power domination and preserve naval supply lines.
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