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The Kentucky Gazette
Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky
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From Vienna, July 19: War Office orders 40,000 troops to ready for march to the Rhine. Prince de Kaunitz, aged 80 and infirm, requests resignation as Prime Minister; Emperor expected to approve, with Count de Cobenzl recommended as successor.
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Orders have been issued from the War Office to several regiments, making in the whole 40,000, to hold themselves in readiness to march at a moment's warning towards the Rhine.
Prince de Kaunitz has entreated his majesty to give him leave to resign his office of prime Minister, and to retire from public affairs. He alleges that his great age (four score) and infirmities as the grounds of this request.
It is thought the Emperor, however loth to part with so able and faithful a servant, must grant his request, as the Prince is actually confined to his bed by his infirmities, and totally unable to transact business.
He has recommended to his majesty Count de Cobenzl, as a man who is best qualified, by his knowledge, abilities and integrity, to assist his Sovereign in the arduous duties of his high station.
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Vienna
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July 19
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40,000 troops to hold readiness to march towards the rhine; prince de kaunitz's resignation request likely to be granted due to age and infirmities, with count de cobenzl recommended as successor
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Orders issued from the War Office to several regiments totaling 40,000 to prepare to march towards the Rhine at a moment's notice. Prince de Kaunitz, at four score years and infirm, has requested to resign as Prime Minister and retire; he is bedridden and unable to work. The Emperor is reluctant but expected to approve, and the Prince recommends Count de Cobenzl for the position based on his qualifications.