Madrid and distant powers swirl toward possible peace talks
A March report from Madrid notes rising hope of a French backed settlement as Britain and allies press terms. News from Hamburg and Copenhagen describes armaments and preparations, with courts debating a Worms nullity, restitution, and Dunkirk demotion while delays and disputes cloud prospects for a broader peace.
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Madrid
Don Thomas Figueros
Indies
Guadalajara
Count de Gages
Lisbon
France
M. Macanas
Breda
Lifton
Philip V
Hambourg
Czarina
Livonia
Finland
Moscow
Ukrain
Astracan
Findland
Baron Rosen
Scania
Dyet
Vouchfafe
Great Dutchy
Copenhagen
Denmark
Relling
Petersbourg
Sen Sas
Berlin
Silesia
the Hague
Spain
Vienna
Versailles
Prussia
Modena
London
Turin
England
Cape Breton
Dunkirk
Crown
Worms
Grand Duchy of
Tuscany
Low Countries
Parma
Placentia
Netherlands
Italy
Don Philip
Priests Cleared In York Case Then Died Rector Succeeds
Two Popish Priests John Rivet and William Anderson were tried for exercising priestly functions but released after binding themselves to leave York within six weeks. The Rev McFroggit died, and Rev Thompson of York appointed to Kirk Deighton. Customs at Margate clashed with smugglers in a six hour pursuit, yielding tea, coffee, arrack, handkerchiefs, and horses to the King's warehouse.
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Country News
York
John Rivet
William Anderson
County of
McFroggit
Kirk Deighton
Thompson
Canterbury
Margate
Naval Expeditions and French Coasts in 1696 Reflections
Editorial discusses naval ventures against France, referencing August 1696 reports from Europe and Belleisle. Notes Breton and Brest fleet activity, French incursions, and the strategic value of well-run expeditions to harass French forces. Mentions political moves, ship victualling, and notable local appointments.
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Baikery
Lestocx
Europe
Belleisle
Groz
Honac
Hedic
Javo
Leffock
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