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Newspaper
Bristol Journal
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Feb 10, 1787
Page
4
Sir E Impey defended his earlier opinion on Begums treasure and Chen Sing. He recalled that when Mr Hastings consulted him he offered no view due to limited knowledge of laws and privileges. He stated Begums were in rebellion and that Nabob Visir should seize treasures funding the revolt to preserve Benares government.
London reports show Lord George Gordon facing libel charges in the Court of King’s Bench with a next term plea option. Judges assign circuits for Lent. a dramatic fire near Drury Lane Playhouse destroys a corner house and injures spectators as others suffer damages in Vinegar-yard.
A historical notice reproduces promotional details for the January 1787 issues of the New Lady's Magazine and the New London Magazine. It highlights period engravings, patronage by royal authorities, price sixpence, and availability through London publishers and Ireland, with references to included portraits, frontispieces, and monthly continuations.
Advertises a subscription lottery with multiple prize levels including 20,000 and 10,000 pound prizes. Claims security by Bank of England collateral and lists numerous named subscribers and locations across England. Promotes 14 shillings total for full draw benefits and a 2 shilling small-stake option with a two-hundred-pound potential, urging renewal and addressed certificates.
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