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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Mar 06, 1799
Page
3
In Lucca the nobility was abolished and a new democratic government installed on the 25th instant. The French remain, with assertions that Lucca will join the Cisalpine Republic. Tuscany has paid 160000 Tuscan dollars to France.
The Sublime Porte demands Baron Devem, Dutch ambassador, depart Constantinople within eight days and Turkish territory within three weeks, citing Holland’s subservience to France and threatening interruption of all ties. It promises Holland may still trade with Ottoman subjects but will sever diplomatic residence. France is blamed for Egypt aggression and upheaval.
Ratibson, Festu, reports a near term renewal of hostilities as 18,000 Austrian troops move from Bohemia and Lower Austria toward Italy and the Tyrol. Posts describe two corps of 2,000 to 3,000 men each passing through the city with rapid marches and insulted baggage. Artillery trains head toward Pafslan but ice damage blocks passage over the bridge.
Brusells correspondent notes daily increases in military activity as the Batavian pay French army and new half brigades are said to be ready for field. Namur declares siege and hosts hostages as arrears rise. Insurgents organized but rebels' plan was foiled by Republican Generals. Several communes in Flanders placed under siege for various reasons as troops move toward the region.
From Volhynia comes letters stating the late Conde corps has orders to hold itself in readiness to march. The detail underscores a possible mobilization as tensions grow in the region.
The Note delivered to Count Letzdach by the French ministers at Rastadt was not unexpected in Vienna. While the categoric reply is sought, it is believed to satisfy them less because Russia, under the Treaty of Teufen, guarantees the Constitution and integrity of the German Empire, and thus holds a stake in the matter.
Reports from Austria note Russian troops marching toward Austrian lines with aims to begin anew next month. The French ministerial note remains unofficial, some saying it confirms peaceful aims and others claiming explanations prevent French fears. The mood is to expect continued peace as Rastadt Congress proceeds with final adjustments.
A Glee at the Prince of Wales New Catch Club at the Star and Garter Tavern Pall Mall on Monday features On a Golden Cup dedicated to the god of mirth. The Harmonic Club performs with verses praising music love wine and dance with chorus celebrating the cup and ivy stained feet.
March fashion notes describe plain muflin gowns laced over the breast with lace frills and crimson or white satin accents. Head-dresses feature radiated white and crimson satin, lilac muflin, or white veil combinations. footwear includes crimson satin shoes and white leather options. Some ensembles mention carpet kerseymere shawls, Mameluke buttons, and gold jewelry details.
John M Coul was brought before the fitting Magistrate on suspicion of stealing two pieces of superfine bread cloth and a piece of double kerfeymere valued about 6. The property belonging to S. and T. Wallington of Basinghall Street was found at Messrs Cook Tavistock Street Covent Garden after their evidence showed they knew the prisoner as a cloth dealer who left the item for inspection. He was committed for further examination. John Kelvey, charged with altering a five pound Bank Note, was brought from Maidstone to London and, after examination before Sir Wm Appington, committed to trial at the next Kent Assizes.
Lalande argues cold did not come from the North. Zach records thermometer readings on Christmas day across Wirtemberg Augsburg Mannheim Vienna Dresden Copenhagen with varying lows. A Norwich incident reports a ditch accident at Hellesden with a lamb rescue. other local sheep deaths and snow survival stories follow.
The Mutiny Bill was read a first time and moved from the Commons. The Royal Assent was granted for Exchequer Bills and several Private Bills. Commissioners included the Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Kenyon and Lord Spencer. The Marine Mutiny Bill passed a committee and the Bills progressed through stages before adjournment to Monday.
In the House of Commons the Committee of the Whole was set to consider Scotch Distilleries duties, the Scotch Small Notes Bill advanced to a second reading, and the English Small Notes Bill committed. The Mutiny Bill passed its third reading, and Jamaica subsistence expenses were to be tabled. The Newfoundland Convoy Bill to be committed. Royal Assent to several bills noted as the Speaker attended in the Lords.
Yesterday morning the King rode out and returned with the Queen and Princesses to St James's Palace where the King dined. The Drawing-Room began at two with numerous nobles present and many presentations to the Queen. The Prince of Wales returned from Woburn. mourning will begin for Prince Frederick of Orange. reports include a Cape of Good Hope fire and political shifts in New Radnor. A notable death in Handel circles and a Walworth suicide connected to lottery insuring are also noted.
Yesterday a council meeting at Guildhall drew many Members as the court elected an Upper Marshal, Mr Hoxrer, to replace the late Mr Clark. Six candidates vied for Under Marshal. Mr Hoveswéarn won by a large majority. Resolutions urged enforcing income act obligations and secrecy oaths for surveyors and inspectors, asking the Chancellor to insert a bill clause for regulation. The resolutions were agreed and signed for submission. The court adjourned at four o'clock.
Several ships are captured and sent to Norway or Dunkirk after encounters with a privateer. The Rebecca is damaged by ice and deserted, while some vessels reach St Maloes, Dunkirk, or Zeerick by force. Other ships are carried into Lisbon, Bremen, or Dunkeeping ports following interceptions. The report notes multiple routes including Memel, Riga, Liverpool, and London with disruptions along the Weser and the Channel.
Yesterday the King George and several packets reached Yarmouth from Cuxhaven after a Saturday morning departure. They carried 14 mails and more than 146 passengers including Col. Gagpeter, Med. Hunter, and others. Part of the crew of the Proerpine frigate also arrived. The Prince of Wales Packet, Capt. Deane, remains detained due to the northeast wind.
In Doctors Commons, Sir William Scott presided as prize causes opened. A Swedish ship captured by a British privateer headed for Cherbourg with contraband pitch tar and iron bars. The court condemned the cargo as for enemy use, while allowing the ship's owners to claim neutral ownership.
Reports say Lord Duncan is nearly recovered from recent illness and may reclaim command of the North Sea Fleet. The Proserpine escape to Meavers Island faced fewer obstacles than the crew’s march to Cuxhaven through sands, water, and ice. Also noted are exceptionally large sea otter skins brought home by a whaler, valued by Chinese traders who pay high prices.
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