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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
May 25, 1780
Page
3
On May 25 the Helena Ranger and Wells cutters sailed with the Deal wind. The fleet remains at seat of ships as last. Privateer Britannia and Foxhunter with Conkie join, plus Britannia, Thomas for Cork. Adventure heads to Dublin. Perth, Valliant, Providence Increase transports sail.
Last night mail from Holland and Madrid reports a 15 warship convoy in two divisions with seven armed vessels and 62 transports, carrying 10 000 to 12 000 land troops and 47 merchant ships valued at 15 to 20 million piastres. A Cadiz express dated May 5 says the squadron and convoy left Cadiz on April 28 with 161 ships, 17 merchantmen from the Mediterranean joining en route.
The Gazette outlines why an immediate engagement is unlikely as the English fleet remains near Gros Islet Bay watching Fort Royal while the French mobilize from Martinique. Reports describe Admiral Rodney’s trials, men shortfalls, and ships still damaged, with supply lines and potential reinforcements from Spain, Havana, and the East Indies shaping looming actions in the West Indies and European theaters.
The House of Lords crowded with expectations on May 26 as Earl of Shelburne sought a pause in the Northern Courts inquiry. Earl of Shelburne cited Duke of Grafton’s new government post and urged postponement a few days to allow his Grace’s input. Lords agreed to delay until Thursday and to reschedule summons to Friday, adjourning to Tuesday.
The House debated permitting royal troops to stay at Winchester during the election and approved a clause dispensing with restrictions. A series of measures followed, including levying new duties on sweets, starch, and cotton, with reports due Friday. A committee addressed impressment and naval manpower, ending with broad support for the motion and controversy over Sir George Rodney's letters to Parliament.
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