Anglian reflects on French crisis and royal fate
London report recalls the Levee at St James's, the King to Windsor, and Vernon’s reception. It condemns the Paris National Assembly, predicts punishment for the King and Queen, and notes European powers scrambling to respond. A Dover innkeeper profits from France’s troubles as a Holborn waiter is jailed for attempted arson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kew Palace
St. James’s
Maesty
Duke of Newcastle
Marquis of Star
G. Youce
Windsor
Epward V. Vernon
Carliste
Marquis of
Stafford
National Assembly
David
Paris
Europe
Ricuts
France
Cromwertus
Iretrons
Harrisons
Cuarces
Cromwell
Lower Pyrenees alarms and Spanish incursion debate
The Assembly read letters from the Administrators of the Lower Pyrenees reporting Spanish troops crossing into France through three mountain openings. Inhabitants lack arms and officers to defend, though vows to freedom persist. Later messages say Spain pulled back, 1500 troops ready to assist, and Gironde prepared artillery. Military inquiries and foreign affairs consultations followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lower
Pyrenees
France
Department
M. Nerac
Gironfe
la Gireade
M. Serae
la Gironde
M. Pomakin
Poitou
Flanders
M. Fargue
Saint Jean Pied de Port
Genesis Case and European Peace Efforts Referenced
The article discusses a conciliatory plan named the Genesis Case aimed at reconciling state differences, reestablishing older regulations, and addressing rights of native burgess families versus foreigners. It notes ongoing unrest among citizens despite proposed arrangements and surveys broader European power dynamics, including Britain’s balancing role, Poland’s recovery prospects, and remarks on various historical figures and institutions.
Paris Uprising Echoes in July Mob Attacks and Guard Actions
Paris reports another money changer attack as the mob pits bloodthirsty sentiment against public guards who intervene to save a life. Edits describe M. dela Fayette refusing oath renewal yet pledging to die for France, amid riot threats by 20,000 rejected public works applicants and calls for Bouille’s head. Brittany nobles tied to Jersey, piastre seizures, and troop mobilization details accompany Avignon diplomacy notes and guard preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Dela ‘Fayette
National Assembly
M. de Bouille
Jersey
Brittany
National Guards
Trade With China Opened Again Believed
A Moscow letter dated June 6 reports that after St Petersburg’s last representation the Chinese Emperor agreed to reopen trade with Russia. A Chinese High Priest allegedly influenced Pekin to delay, but the Russian Governor General sent a true reply, and a final determination is awaited within about 20 days. Russian merchants, holding goods on China’s borders for five years, eagerly expect resumed trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
China
St. Petersburg
Pekin
Address of David Parr1 Esq Governor of Barbados
The governor speaks upon arrival and meeting the new assembly. He notes peace after London Madrid disputes resolved by the crown and urges laws to protect currency, warning against coin debasement. He commends the assembly’s unity and reminds them the public purse rests with representatives to regulate current year expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbadors
London
Madrid
Anne
House of Representatives
Early session appeal to council and assembly on coin circulation
A formal address urges swift council and assembly action on the specle while cautioning against disrupting current coin circulation. The speaker warns that removing one evil could create a larger harm to the community and calls for prudent, energetic handling of the fiscal issue.
Bengal Ships Banéke and Warren Baftings Set for Dispatch
The Banéke, back from Madras January 31, will depart February 25, and the Warren Baftings, just back from Madras February 3, are slated to sail. Alderman Curtis has formed a new firm with Ellis Weir, longtime cashier at Smith Wright and Gray. The Countess of Troutmansport is in at L Orient after shore time, feared damaged. Jenny De Jersey bound for Guernsey collided with Bafféterre and must repair in London. St Laurent from Tobago stranded near Dunkirk harbour but should free soon. Axthur Flange elected Governor of Rhodestland for the year. census yields 68,451 inhabitants.
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Bengal
Banéke
Warren Baftings
Madras
Alderman Curtis
Ellis Weir
House of Smith, Wright and Gray
Countess of
Jersey
Guernsey
Bafféterre
Blair
Gravesend
London
St. Laurent
Tobago
Dunkirk
Axthur Flange
Rhodestland
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Rusing
Schermes
National Assembly of
Brotherly Society
Alsaffin
Dover
Red Lion-Street
Holborn
M. Charles Lameth
Department of Fire
Saint Jean
Pampelone
Spain
M. d.12
Court of
M. de Montmorin
Genefa
Potanp
Poland
Britain
Porano
Canaan
Treland
University of Dublin Fle
Lord Camelford
Cornwally
Stow
Buckinghamshire
Joshua Bryyorps
Doéter Jonyson
Royal Academy
Doctor Johnson
Suns and Daughters of the Arts
M. Freteau
M. Rewbell
Forbach
Worms
IM. Freteau
Perfons
M. Duport
Avignon
la Mozelle
Metz
Nancy
M. de Brooke
Russia
Peteivedl
David Parr1
Council
Assembly
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