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City notes and political critique in Windsor and London
The period piece surveys English governance under a monarch, criticizing taxation and civil rights. It notes a poll tax backlash, parliamentary motions to curb London franchises, military movements, court actions, arrests, court-martial results, stock quotes, and local notices from Windsor Forest to Goodman's Fields, with brief oblique references to royal visitors and church notices. Names include Harrington, Poyntz, and the Duke, alongside various local officials and merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiore Lane
Richard Roach
Nicholas Willbourke
Newgate
Habeas Corps
Surrey
Paddington
Benj. Sandford
William ‘Billers
Janes Butlin
Bear-Key
Duke of
Goodman’s Fields