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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Dec 02, 1780
Page
3
The report notes a convoy to be augmented by five ships and ordered to take year’s provisions. The copper sheathing of the frigate l Altreé is hurried. A fleet from Sweden, timber shortages, and dismissal of several artisans due to scarce materials are reported amid port shortages.
Winds east north east. remain in service of his Majesty's Ships Dromedary Daphne Scourge Sultana Sprightly cutters and Supply.
From the New York Gazettes dated April 25 1781 reports state frigates Washington with 22 guns and Roebuck with 163 were captured by British ships cruising southward. Also Buckskin Hero 26 nine and 6 six pounders cut out of Chesapeake Bay, due in port soon. General Gates suspended after defeat to Cornwallis. General Greeneway offered command but declined without twelve thousand troops. Mail from Southern to Eastern provinces intercepted near Stratford Connecticut.
A November letter from the Hague reports changes in naval destinations for 24 ships of war with five headed to the Mediterranean, five to Lisbon, four to St Eustatia, three to Curacao, and the rest to cruise in the North Sea. It also notes the Asiatic East India Company plans to deploy 7600 landmen and a naval force to the East Indies. Dispatches indicate the Cape East India fleet homeward bound nears, with orders for Admiral Darby to pursue or await arrival, and mails to the West Indies and New York soon ready at the General Post Office. A Cork convoy is set to sail for the West Indies, and Portsmouth arrivals seek convoy inclusion. Reports list ships arriving at New York from Jamaica under Admiral Rowley, and several captures by privateers or French frigates off Cadiz, St. Kitts, and Antigua. Lloyd’s notes Baltic fleet safe in Leith Roads, with the White Swan captured by Americans en route to the West Indies. The Nordiska, previously released at Leghorn, returns. A Fairhaven packet brought mail from New York after a perilous chase by privateers. An accident involving Lord Deerhurst is described as not as severe as printed. Launceston election results show Percival declared without proportion after the Earl of Salisbury’s vacancy.
A Dover deter from Whilstableé reports a vessel foundered off the Ligard on the 19th part. The captain and eleven crew members died. In Guildhall yesterday numbers were drawn for prizes in various categories including food and scholastic prizes with multiple winning numbers noted.
The list records prices for corn and grains including Wheat 38s 48s, Rye 22s, Oats 1s 3d, Barley 20s, Malt 24s 3d, Grey Peas 4s 6d, White ditto 29s, Barley, Bear Key notes, Boiling Peas 32s, Tick Beans 18s 4d, Small ditto 25s, Tares 20s 3d, Flour 46s per sack, with second fort 38s 5d and Rape Seed per hundredweight.
Bankruptcy notices list John Elam of Goodman's Fields baker and others surrendering dates at Guildhall and related towns. Dividends due for Miss Barber, Andrew Whit, Jon Middleton, Nathaniel Kirby, John Peace, Richard Bacon, George Lowe, with certificates granted to various merchants, grocers, and tradespeople across Chester, Norwich, London, and Cumberland.
A vast exhibit from natural and artistic wonders features birds, beasts, shells, corals, sea fans, petrified fossils, metals, fossils, coins, medals, antique bronzes, carved works, prints, old weapons, and rare books. The entire set is offered for sale as a complete collection or in cabinets, with saleable cabinets and displays. Letters post paid to D. Boulter at Market Place, Yarmouth, will be attended to.
In the House of Commons discussion on naval finances for 1781, Sir Hugh Palliser takes his seat for Huntingdon as the Lyme Regis election is declared void and a new writ issued. Lord Lisburne outlines naval expenditures including pensions for Cook’s widow and others, noting a net increase despite reductions. Townshend questions flag officer numbers. Lord Lisburne defends general promotions to meet public service needs, while Fox signals support for naval supply but seeks inquiry into Earl of Sandwich’s role in naval calamities.
The discussion centers on accusations against naval officials and the promotion to Greenwich Hospital. Lord Nugent condemns personal refutations in the House while Mr. Fox defends himself, arguing that unfounded charges aimed at public figures harm the navy and national unity. The exchange highlights concerns about Admiralty influence, political connections, and the effect on naval strength and morale.
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