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The New Hampshire Gazette And Historical Chronicle
Portsmouth, Greenland, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
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Letter from London dated October 4 reports heightened tensions with Spain, fearing rupture and general war. British administration demands immediate restitution of Falkland Island, payment of Manila ransom, and coverage of naval preparation costs. Ultimatum delivered to Madrid, with response expected soon.
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"There is great reason to apprehend a rupture with Spain, which will probably bring on a general war. The spirited conduct in Administration, treating with sword in hand, has met with universal applause, and cannot fail of either producing an honourable adequate submission, from the court of Spain for their insolent behaviour, or a declaration of War from ours.
It is said that restitution of Falk-land Island has not only been peremptorily and immediately required, but also payment of the Manilla ransom; and all the charges of the present naval preparations, &c. of which I hope soon to speak with more certainty, as the express which carried the ultimatum of the demand made by our Court is daily expected from Madrid."
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Spain
Event Date
October 4
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potential declaration of war or spanish submission; ultimatum response awaited
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Great apprehension of rupture with Spain leading to general war. British administration's firm stance praised, demanding restitution of Falkland Island, payment of Manila ransom, and costs of naval preparations. Ultimatum sent to Madrid via express, response expected daily.