Mention of John Paul Jones...
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August 03, 1780
GLASGOW MERCURY, Scotland, Aug. 3, 1780
* Revolutionary War
Inside has two mentions of famed naval hero John Paul Jones: "...On the 15th current he fell in with Paul Jones, as Commodore of 3 frigates with a number of men on board of them..." and also: "...It is farther added that Paul Jones's squadron appeared off Kirkwall on the 20th consisting of four frigates..." with a bit more (see photos).
Other news of the day, mostly from Europe. Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches, nice condition.
* Revolutionary War
Inside has two mentions of famed naval hero John Paul Jones: "...On the 15th current he fell in with Paul Jones, as Commodore of 3 frigates with a number of men on board of them..." and also: "...It is farther added that Paul Jones's squadron appeared off Kirkwall on the 20th consisting of four frigates..." with a bit more (see photos).
Other news of the day, mostly from Europe. Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches, nice condition.
Category: Revolutionary War
