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Newspaper
Middlesex Middlesex Journal
Location
Middlesex, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 24, 1770
Page
2
Fragmentary historical item shows references to the London Gazette dated Monday November 26 with notes about royal departures and regional returns. Mentions general average, Scotland, and incomplete returns, all published by authority of Parliament.
A Falmouth letter from November reports Scurlock and Captain Harris in Cadia on the run to help the garrison under heavy fortification. Ten thousand men are daily exposed as guards hasten to strengthen the position. Spanish naval forces sail for the West Indies with three ships of the line and two frigates aboard, while three more ships of the line prepare to sail and other warships are fitted for the Caribbean expedition.
In London on the Duke of Gloucester’s birthday royal events touched St James's and Gloucester House with compliments to the Duke and Princess Dowager of Wales. A correspondent relays animated sentiments by a great orator who urged peace and warned against unnecessary war, citing violence at St George's Fields and urging restraint.
A fragmented 17th century discourse depicts leaders arguing over impressment legality and treaty terms with Spain. Questions arise about funding, fleet strength, and readiness as the speaker urges action or risk of ignominious peace.
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