Prolonged London Dispatches Cover Charles Town Battle Report
A London dispatch recounts the July action at Charles Town with Burgoyne and Howe leading English forces against Putnam's Provincials. It details casualties, reinforcements, and a retreat to Boston, plus notes on ships, officers, and port movements from Spithead and Plymouth.
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American Bravery in Fair Play Amidst Charles Town Clash
Shipping against the Provincials at Charles Town shows the regulars’ superior force failing to secure advantage, while American valor earns rightful acclaim in a man to man contest. Reports note ships and crews from Greenland, Gibraltar, and Cadiz, with naval movements, masons of war, and a grim toll of convicts, deaths, and promotions shaping a turbulent coastal theatre.
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Canterbury Races Sweepstake and King’s Plate
Canterbury races on Wednesday July 18 feature a New Round Course sweepstakes for all ages in one four mile heat at ten guineas. Entries include Nestor, a hay horse aged. Wanton by Match em and others. Forfeit names include Lords Sondes and Codrington entries. King’s Plate of four mile heats lists Damper 2 3 1, Raywood 3 2, Wanton 3 1 3dr.
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Winchester Races Open With Plates and Notable Balls
Races began at Winchester on Tuesday for His Majesty's plate of 1000s with entries Juke of Cumberland contractor Don Don Paddywack and others. Wednesday offered the City Purse and Thursday the Subscription Plate as crowds gathered for two grand balls hosted by notable nobles and attended by 300 guests nightly.
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