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Newspaper
Middlesex Middlesex Journal
Location
Middlesex, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Sep 25, 1770
Page
1
A dense letter recounts a naval battle with the Turkish fleet. It describes a coordinated assault led by Spiritoff and Elphinstone, the destruction of multiple ships, and a dramatic fire ship attack near Chifime harbor. The writer reports personal escape unharmed and notes the fleet’s subsequent order to sail to Smyrna to aid allies.
In July 29 dated correspondence from Lieutenant Mackenxis aboard Switoflag off Scio in the Archipelago describes scouting by Commodore Grigg for the Turkish squadron near Scio. The fleet sighted 28 vessels and two ships, moved to engage, and prepared for battle at dawn the next day.
Letter recounts names of Turkish ships and captains, details eight armed ships and frigates burnt, several galley craft spared, and a 64 gun-ship surviving. Notes Mosta Mustafa and Elphinstone advocate, expresses expectation to command a frigate from Leghorn, and foresees spring visit to Portsmouth amid a Smyrna slaughter and confinement of many British. The Winchester frigate dispatches to Smyrna.
The text surveys Faulkland Islands and Pepys Island as potential refit points for English southern voyages to round Cape Horn. It notes Sir John Narborough's 17th century survey aims, fears of Spanish interference, and the need for secure harbors and trade with Chilean Indians. It cites Woodes Rogers’ 1708 voyage observations and argues for establishing a southern rendezvous to protect strategic sea routes and bolster Royal Navy strength.
A garbled excerpt discusses Spain and Portugal, global possessions, and watchfulness over trade. It hints that efforts to colonize or supply colonies could be met by naval forces, with warning of ships refitting harbors and supporting fleets across the quadrant. The fragment emphasizes vigilance and potential obstacles to escape surveillance.
A meeting records that a turnpike road from Brighthelmstone to Arundel and Chichester with a bridge over the River would benefit Shoreham and nearby towns. A further meeting at the Star Inn in New Shoreham is set for September 28 at eleven in the forenoon to hear Parliament application and decide next steps.
Charged letter addressed to CAS Hawkins Esquire Serjeant Majesty’s service presents experience based cures with notable cases. Authenticated by officers of His Majesty’s service, printed by CHAREES HALES formerly surgeon to the Savoy. Sold by Dixwell Alt Williams Fletcher and others in London pamphlet shops near major exchanges.
A late notice promotes Ox' Moxday 686 as a continuing issue with a sixpence price and new content. It highlights an engraving from an original design of a palace in a sentimental Lady's Magazine, with influential contributors and expanded needlework patterns. The publication seeks reader support and notes price, availability, and distribution across Great Britain and Ireland.
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