05 Feb 1741
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Newspaper
Daily Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Feb 05, 1741
Page
1
A brief fragment directed to the voters of Southwark Borough urging civic engagement and participation in local matters. The notice presents formal address to the electorate, typical of a political or civic communication in a historical newspaper.
A letter to Gentlemen argues against venality and corruption in elections, urging guardianship by virtuous figures to preserve liberty. It condemns bribery and foreign influence, assertsthe need for unimpeachable electors, and pledges unity to resist intruders and placemen. The writer claims the borough should honor patriots and rejects foreign rulers who would buy influence.
Broad proclamation details enlistment of 590 enslaved people and free blacks for expeditions aboard ships, with plans to divide them into five companies. Reports the governor’s approval, Admiral’s modifications, and concerns over traitors aiding the enemy. Also notes naval losses, mutinous rumors, and a shaken squadron’s health and leadership changes.
From the Mail from France dated Feb 11 reports that Th. 0 E Baron d'Azelan, plenipotentiary from the Elector of Bavaria to the British Court, reached here the 3d instant on his way to London. His Excellency stayed four days and departed on his journey. Our latest Naples letters mention Her Majesty the Queen’s pregnancy is confirmed.
An old boat sighting near the North Port is said to include the bodies of a man about 30 and a woman near 20, both dead. The pair, likely West Highlanders driven by storm and famine, were found with minimal gear and no decisive clues to their fate. The magistrates ordered their burial at proper interment.
On Thursday the 1sth instane a barbarous murder was committed at Forden's Bridge near Wotton-Underedge. Two men had a quarrel but reconciled to go out shooting. One fetched a loaded fowling piece and shot the other within three yards, who died despite care. Coroner's verdict: wilful murder, suspect John Hart absconded.
Port News from Falmouth lists outward-bound ships already sailed and arrivals such as the Prince Frederick Packet and Neapolitan from London for the Mediterranean. Vessels in harbor include His Majesty’s Ship Success and the Erebus, with further entries noting ships sailing for Oporto, Lisbon, Leghorn, Gibraltar and Exeter.
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