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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 06, 1797
Page
3
Fragmentary text records a meeting where Gal Wall and Mediatoreal-Oxatons discussed actions to restore order. The parties remained divided on next steps as arrangements for forthcoming measures were tentatively proposed to ease tensions.
From a Brussels paper details large French Army advances on the Sambre and Meuse fronts and near the Rhine. Prussian forces concentrate to defend the demarcation line around Werland and Ugpa while Fort Ulm fortifications and entrenchments grow along the Lewis river. Donai city plans heavy fortification to withstand a siege.
Genoa reports the new government formed by citizens of all classes commenced its proceedings. The assembly includes varied figures and aims to unify policy and governance under shared civic responsibility. Details of specific members or actions are not provided in the fragments.
The Provisional Government thanks Freschi Republic and General in Chief of the Army of Italy for support. It lauds citizens who resisted seduction during crisis and pledges a new order of liberty with justice and democratic governance. It seeks unity with neighboring regions and promises compensation through sovereignty and fair administration.
Captain Van Renfellaer of the Two Friends, sailing from Wilmington to Martinique, was captured on March 6 by the French privateer La Voluiffeur commanded by Lombar after leaving Curaçao. His chest and clothes were seized, with crew robbed. He and two seamen remained aboard while prize master and six men manned the privateer. On March 8 Industry, Captain Lovell from Charleston to Jaquemel, aided by Lombar, transferred Renfellaer and crew to Jaquemel.
On April 23 at Poston a report states that French privateers in the Mediterranean take American vessels into Spanish ports. French consular orders allegedly ensure condemnation regardless of pretence. Several captains petitioned the Spanish government for redress but were met with indifference amid perceived Spanish support for France’s policy.
Philadelphia report states on Monday last Francis Bulat, a United States citizen, was committed to gaol by the District Judge for entering on board a French privateer and cruizing against vessels and subjects of nations allied with the United States. He is charged with treason in levying war against the United States by capturing a vessel belonging to the Gitigeons of the United States and other offenses.
A dangerous mutiny on a royal ship was crushed after a one hour and a half fight. Lieutenant Burn and officers led a steadfast defense with Marines, securing the quarter deck and magazine. Fourteen mutineers were wounded, five mortally, and 15 ringleaders face trial. One sentinel and Burn himself suffered injuries. The action is described as one of the fiercest aboard.
An Address from Mr Grattan to Dublin citizens explains his decision to withdraw from Parliament and refuse a seat while the current representation persists. He promises further explanation of his conduct and reasons in a forthcoming letter to constituents. The notice notes contemporaneous crime gossip and shipping news, including the Diana from Leith reaching Gottenburg, the Lady Bruce retaken from Dantzic, and sent to Norway.
A long court discussion in a writ of enquiry over a fraudulent scheme to abduct and debauch the plaintiff’s wife. The defence argued for a Chief Justice review, citing precedent, but the court found no distinguishing circumstances and discharged the rule. The case involved cousins and business partners amid troubling letters and confessions.
Mr Leicester moves for a rule to show cause why special bail should not be discharged and common bail filed. The plaintiff, a servant to a French noble, held asig nats given to her by the mistress who fled France. The case raises whether French law attaches to the contract in England. rule granted.
The case involves De Costa and others challenging a bond and warrant of attorney. The defendant claims execution for 7511 138. gd and asserts usury defenses. De Costa denies signing the account or receiving interest. Court recommends resolving by jury at term after next sitting. De Costa to sign on the bond and defendant to plead statute of limitations.
Witnesses describe mutiny actions aboard the Sandwich and Isis at the Nore in May. Proceedings include demands for magazine keys, armed deployment, and speeches by Gregory Appleyard Holding and MCarthy. Details cover gunroom operations, orders given, and plans to intimidate officers.
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