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The Schwartzistan Herald · 15 May 1808

The spring fair opens at Wasserdorf

Wasserdorf, 15 May 1808

We are informed from Wasserdorf that the following has occurred. The spring fair opens at Wasserdorf. 600 head of cattle change hands. Prices are described as firm. One witness, a retired sergeant of the Marsh Regiments, gave the following account: 'Nobody wanted to be the first to say anything.'

The Herald's correspondent adds that the town took it with interest.

Those concerned: Wasserdorf (location); Ferry Lane (street).

The Grand Chancellor, Konrad Hesk, has been informed by the ordinary courier and has made no observation.

This journal has the account from more than one hand.

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From the Herald's digitised archive. Page images reproduced as printed; the text is searchable. Dates as recorded by the Ministry of Chronology.