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Plague News and Diplomatic Dispatches From Europe
Reports from Amsterdam Paris Madrid and The Hague describe royal residence choices in Meudon St Cloud and St Germain due to contagion fears in Paris while news arrives of warlike diplomacy and treaty signals. Marseille Avignon and Orange face severe plague impacts with high mortality and quarantines. The lettered note details a dangerous plague perfumery recipe issued by French authorities and cautions on spread and public health measures.
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Amsterdam
Paris
Meudon
St. Cloud
St. Germain
Brussels
Madrid
Corunea
Great Britain
France
Spain
Hague
Prince Carakin
Sweden
M. Medavi
Rom
Marais de Galean
Orange
Avignon
Bederides
Sorgues
Entraigues
Mentaux