Bankrupts and a church notice from February
Bankrupts William Quennell of Guilford and John Harold of London are listed. An anniversary meeting of the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts will be held at the Veneers of the Church of St Mary le Bow in Cheapside on Friday the 19th of February at nine in the forenoon. A sermon will be preached by the Lord Bishop of Bangor and prayers will begin at eleven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Society For the Propagation of the Gospel
Sts Mary-le-Bow
Cheapside
Bangor
Murder Charge Against Abraham Reynardson Esq in Clare Market
Feb 9 1737 38 report states George Leech distiller of Clare Market was fatally stabbed by his brother in law Abraham Reynardson Esq at East Street near Red Lion Square. Reynardson absconded. coroner’s inquest finds Wilful Murder. A reward of twenty pounds is offered to any who captures him and notifies Edward Leech Distiller.
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George Leech
Clare- Market
Abraham Reynardson
East-street
Red-Lion-Square
Edward Leech
Clare-Market
Purchase of Annuity for Life of Buyer Enquiry
A person about 25 offers two thousand pounds to secure an annuity or rent charge for life. Enquiry directed to Mr. John Dovey, attorney at Clement's Inn.
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John Dovey
Clement’s Inn
City seeks capable attorney with proven practice experience
Advertises for an attorney skilled in King's Bench Chancery and conveyancing. Requires sobriety diligence and a specimen of handwriting with life history and term proposals. Applications directed to A Z at Cole's Coffee House in Birchin Lane. Approved applicants will receive an answer the day after letters are received.
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King’s Bench
Cole
Gottee- House
Birchin-Lanes
N. B
House in Devereux Court Near Temple Back Gate
Fragmentary description of a house located in Devereux Court near Temple Back Gate. Details mention a single stop, a kitchen, four rooms on a floor, and four vaults under hearts with unclear measurements and condition.
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Devereux-Court
For Sale by Candle at Marine Coffee House Birchat Lane
Auction notice by order of James Grimolt trustee offering entire shop of Mr Grace, late of Spittle Fields, with broadcloths, velvets, silks, linens, gloves, and more. Goods seen at Mr Bell's Grand Sale Warehouse Aldermary Churchyard Bow Lane from morning until sale time. Broker John Bele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marine Coffee
Birchat-lane
Thursay
James Grimolt
Spittlefields
Genoa
Grace
Calimancoes
Letters on the Gin Trade and Westminster Darkness
A pamphlet discussion critiques gin retailing and the era’s informers. It argues royal justice and revenue favor Crown profits, condemns harsh proceedings on old debts, and condemns punitive officials. Published by W. Lloyd beside Fleet Street with sales in town and country.
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Westminster
Shaftsbuervs
Thurland
Empson
Duprey
Uper
W. Lloyd
King’s Arms
Chancéty-lanie
Fleet-street
Towland Country
Mysteries of Love Revel'd for Gentlemen and Ladies
An 18th century pamphlet advertises a publication detailing the nature and power of love. It offers observations on parental marriage constraints, how reason governs love, and qualities a lover should possess. It lists rules for gentlemen and ladies in conduct, flattery, presents, and signals of a lady’s approval. Published near Fleet Street with London and Westminster pamphlet shop distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King’s- Chancery-lane
Fleet-Street
London
Westminster
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William Quennell
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Butcher and Chapman
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Mercant
London Bridge
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William Cockburn
Axhet Roy
de College
N.robinson
M.D
G. Strahan
Cornhill
Govert Exerie Z
Syal
Sad
St.Glennne Temple
T. Cooper
the Globe ii
Thomas DuGatron
Ecclesiastico-Civiki
Pofira
Sussex
Mfr
Woodfall’s
Prin
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