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The Mercurius Scoticus was the first Scottish newspaper, although it was largely a reprint of London editions. It was launched in Leith in 1651, and closed the following year. It was attributed to Francis Nelson.

It is also referred to as the Royal Messenger.

Number 2 was published on 30 September 1651 and number 39 on 31 October 1651. It offered 'perfect particulars of every daies [sic] intelligence'.

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