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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Oct 25, 1797
Page
4
The text surveys naval actions, troop dispositions, and diplomacy. It mentions Sepoy regiments destined for Manila, British naval observations at Ushant, and dismantling of French ships. It cites Admiral Duncan's victory, subscriptions for widows and orphans, and projections of a Cis-Rhenane Republic with guards and directives.
Reports detail Sir Thomas's bold pursuit and capture of the Dutch admiral’s vessel after a fierce sea battle, the rescue and towing of the distressed prize Endymion, and Lieutenant M Vacart's brave handling of the Vryheid amid perilous seas. Additional notes recount a Macao incident with the Keninett Captain Hunter and ruthless actions by Ladrone pirates, plus various ship movements and arrivals at Portsmouth and Plymouth.
Early dispatches from Rotterdam report gun salutes and hoisted colors to mark a victory. As details emerged, the mood shifted from joyous to somber due to ensuing truth about casualties and losses among the ships. four vessels reached Brill while others went to various ports.
Yesterday Talend and Sarah his wife were brought before William Ancren in St Giles charged with wilfully and maliciously setting fire to their dwelling in Dyer Street. An indictment was preferred on Wednesday the 1st. they are committed for trial. James Milne also appeared before Sir William charged with defrauding a Halifax tradesman of Sol. He is committed for further examination.
Monday night a post-chaise carrying Mr Baton and his son from Frogmore Hall, Stevenage, was halted near Butcher's Grove by two footpads who stole clothing, watches, 12 guineas, and silver. Mr Baton was wounded with a cutlass. Last night two Gentlemen in a post-chaise were stopped near the Dock, Sutton, by four footpads, robbed of papers and apparel. the money was later returned.
Yesterday at Pitcham in Surrey John Viskins Faylor Esq wed Mrs Donrithorne in a formal ceremony. The couple’s marriage was announced in local notices with no other details provided.
Notice reports the death of Sameel Sakte Esq aged about 70s in Tottenham on a Wednesday. The Rev Dr Cooke Provost of Kings Cambridge held authority, and Denham Bucks rector and Ely deanry are noted. Stock Exchange figures follow with Confols 49 and Loyalty 15-3dif for Nov.
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