War and tariff dispute stir Prussian plans against Liege
Reports describe that Abolition of the Offend Company is tentatively stipulated and that if the Emperor’s disposition shifts, authorities may act to prevent its reestablishment. English opposition to tariff aims is noted. The King of Prussia declares war on the Bishop of Liege and crowds move from Venlo to Herstal. Prussian troops occupy areas while Baron Horion seeks settlement.
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Horse races and local entertainment at Monmouth fair
Gloucester reports races on Wednesday with Pacis beginning at Monmouth and winners including Leap Healey, Edward's Creeping Molly, and Squire Corn. A five guinea pari mutuel for six year olds produced several named horses and entries by Beaufort and others. Also a note from Hones Grievesne mentions a Paste won by Giate the Duke of Beaufort's horse Tornai. A later bulletin from Darham notes hiccough and griping illness there has abated after many deaths.
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Storm of Wind Dashes Ships Up River and Sinks Vessel
Morning reports a terrible storm of wind along the river causing keel damage and ship collisions. The Prince Frederick of Guernsey drove from anchor, sank in mid river, and a customs officer two men and a boy perished. others rescued none. Plymouth notes privateers captured off St Sebastian and Bilboa by Newcastle and Dolphin.
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Bilboa
London News Extracts From Exeter Dated Sept 15
An Exeter dated letter reports a farmer robbed and beaten to death by two robbers returning from Crediton Fair. A second robbery near Heavytree Gallows ends with the victim stripped and bound in a ditch, found alive next morning. Other items note naval movements, Derbyshire gentry, deaths, and admiralty orders including ships’ departures and manning changes.
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Crediton Fair
John Norris
Jorbay
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Newbury
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