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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 13, 1797
Page
2
A fragment notes a meeting where only 33 members were present. The session adjourned with unclear reference to the Ronkee and overall proceedings.
Yesterday in the Chamber of the Court of Exchequer the Right Hon. the Cuancerrok of the EX ver and the Marquis of LaLiss Cani met to appoint gentlemen to be made sheriff for the diff Pent Counties for the ensuing period. Accompanied by the Earl of Chesterfield and Gen. Gagty they rode to Dropmore Hill where the king's huntsmen were turned out. The day saw a low mood due to new Exchequer Bills. An ambassador from Lisbon is en route to consult with ministers. Dutch admirals De Winter and Mv-NER to be exchanged, with troops ready for transport and the body of their deceased friend to Holland. Discussions touch Buonaparte and possible Rome journey, with calls for Mr. Fox to unite and support the government against invasion and dissension. The Address passes in both Houses, while Opposition papers critique fragments. The public lamented absent MPs who hinder unity. Deer steal: Ball Heviour turned out with 60 horsemen, Lady Lane and Miss Dorrieto prominent, chases with skill, and the king’s party delayed by the hunt.
A London theatre page reviews a Covent Garden performance of Escape into Prison, with critique of Miss Sis and Mr. Jones. It discusses music by Reeve, changes by Cross, and reactions to Romeo and Juliet by Jonnstone and Spencer, plus society items about Hop distractions, saloon fights, and peerage promotions in the Irish Gazette.
A letter from Emperor Paul I of Russia to Lord Duncan explains his reception of the Imperial Order of St. Alexander Newsky. The document, dated July 19, 1797, praises Duncan’s military career and his command against Russia’s enemies, conferring the honor and its insignia.
Mr Burke's third letter to a member of Parliament traces the peace negotiations as of the period when state papers on peace and the King's declaration were laid before Parliament. He laments a repetitive, aimless path in public policy, urges a return to decisive action, and questions how England can oppose Europe while maintaining luxury and opulence. He defends the people’s patience, calls for responsible minsters, and argues that fiscal abundance must align with national duty and courage.
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