Rape Trial Ends in Acquittal and Local Incidents
At the Durham Assizes Ralph Emerson and Mary Bails were acquitted after a five hour trial for a rape on Mary Rumford, the prosecutor’s evidence found wanting. A servant at Walter Blackett’s estate caused a fatal smoke incident in a stable by dropping a candle snuff. The column also notes public sentiment on the Paris versus London opera, high water at London Bridge, and a jittery stock market with several listed securities and loan notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jords Hyams
Durham
Ralph Emerson
Mary Rumford
Mary
Walter Blackett
Fleet Market Opening Notice in London 1737
London announces the closing of the Stocks Market and the opening of the Fleet Market near the Fleet. Prospective shopkeepers may apply to the Common Council Committee at Guildhall to obtain rent-free stalls until Lady-day, with rent terms to be agreed for continued occupancy after March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Committee of Common Council
Guildhall
Kent
General Index of Medical Names and Editors in Coggeshall
Dr Stanhope Dr Clarke Hancock Mr Whiston Dr Turner Dr Buter Dr Woop Ward, with a general index. By Girpert Burner Vicar of Coggespall Essex. Printed for Bettesworth and Hitch Red Lion in Paternofter-Row 3 and editor in Clarkenwell-Green London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ds. Stanhope
Clarke
Hancock
Whiston
Turner
Butcer
Woop Ward
Girpert Burner
Coggespall
Essex
Bettesworth and Hitch
Red Lion
Paternofter-Row
Clarkenwell-Green
London
Fir Silé and Goods at Birchi late on Wednesday
Notice lists goods including cotton wool, cotton yarn, Turkey raw silk, goats hair, damask raw silk. Particulares to be published soon by Too Burdett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Too
Burdett
Stolen Glock Recovered After Owner Describes Marks
A pistol reported stolen from a street in Southwark. The weapon, described as a Glock with no cafe, was reportedly seen in Whitecross Street near the Golden Ball. The owner may recover it upon describing the marks and paying a large sum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golden
Whitecross-street
Southwark
Publications and Advertisements on Christian Works and Sermons
A compact listing of books and pamphlets published for price, including a Rational Account of Christian Principles in two parts by Jos Platts, a sermon by Jos. Rogerson on Rev. Mr Platts, a narrative on Mr JosEfa Rawson’s case, and The First Book for Children, with brief notes on content and pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Areopagus
Athens
Mr. Platts
Skefton
Derbyshire
Jos. Rogerson
JosEfa Rawson
Nottincuam
Wehm
Atkhrions
Defence of Primitive Christianity against fanatical clergy
This Day is published with a third volume of a Defence of Primitive Christianity and the Establishment against exorbitant claims by disaffected cler Gymen. Printed for J. Peele and sold by J. Othorn at the Golden Ball in Paternoster Row. Third volume may be had separate to complete existing sets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Peele
J. Othorn
Golden Ball
Pater Pofter
Joos
N. B
Guinea
Herman Boer- Haave
Payfick
University of Leyden
Che
Timothy. Dallow
Ald
J. Pemberton
Overaga
St. Dunstan’s Church
Fleet-street
Martin Bryson
Newcastle
Duseases
Foon Alten
M.D
F. RS
Jacet
Price
Adioche
Miowtrery
Henry A Davencer
Alfo
Archibald
Pitcairn
Mageu
George. Sewel
E.D
Psice
Large Sheet Maps and World Atlas from London Shop Ad
An 18th century advertisement touts two Sheet Maps and a three Sheet World map set, with detailed references to maps of Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Great Britain. It describes a six by eight foot world map, a four by five foot map of London, and a vast London and Westminster city map. The seller, G. Whitlpey, at Ladgate Street by St Paul’s, promises quality workmanship, a wide selection of gold and jewelry items, and optical glasses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loudosi
Europe
Asia
Africa
North America
South America
Great Britain
England
Ireland
London
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Munfcovy
Sweden
Dearmark
Eutrage
Huiteary
Flaiglérs
Suabia
Greece
Yorkshire
Coltadnath
America
Wales
Miicoud Andon
Cambridge
Oxford
G. Whtlipey
Goldssmith’s
Ladgate-street
Revolutions in King’s Ax Gems and Voluntary Servitude
A list of historical works translated or authored by notable figures. Includes revolutions in King’s ax gems, a discourse on voluntary servitude by Stephen de la Boetie, The Maxims of Government by Mitton, and The Art of Negotiating with Sovereign Princes by Mons Callieres. Printed for Geo. Strahan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otavio Sammarco
Baron Della Rocca
Evandro
Edi Camino
Wreté
Stephen de la Boetie
Bourdeauk
Adam
Mitton
Republick
Europe
Italy
Father Paul
Mons. Callieres
Ryswick
Geo. Strahan
Royal Exchange
The Only True Specifick Tincture for Teeth and Gums
An 18th century advertisement touts a tincture claimed to cure toothache and gum disorders, whiten teeth, tighten loosened teeth, prevent decay, cure scorbutic gums, and freshen breath. It boasts universal efficacy and urges readers to seek directions at a London shop.
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Apponinmedir
Akwie
Haydon-Yard
London
a.Béitle
Svich
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Paris
London Bridge
New Bank Circulacion
India
Royal Exchange Assurance
South Sea Bonds
Prem
India Diceo
Mine Adventure
Telemaque Fils
Francois de Satignac de
J. Brotherton
Bible
Gornhill
Robert Royle
Bentley
Derham
BP. Kipper
Igsor
BP. Williams
BP. Leng
Gastrel
J. Clarkes
Hargis
Archd
Gurdon
Ry. BaapFrorn
Burnet
BP. Blackhal
Berriman
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