21 Jan 1741
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Newspaper
Daily Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jan 21, 1741
Page
1
A letter argues Britain must stop exporting wool to France to avert ruin from a French woollen surge. It cites France's early success, the revenue loss, and mass unemployment, urging the embargo to preserve strength and liberty. It warns continued export endangers independence and envisions a broader plan to curb unmanufactured wool while safeguarding workers’ livelihoods.
Daver Fan reports ships sailing for Holland and departures from the Downs. The Mary Pearce and London Merchant arrived from Topsham and Milford, with other vessels listed. A French brigantine laden with red herrings and linseed wrecked near South Foreland. Gravesend logs note a Maryland crew passage aboard the Prince of Wales.
London reports the Board of Admiralty in commission for the Forukstone 2 to Gun Ship with Capt George Balchen named commander. Royal assent planned for Malt Bill and other measures. South Sea Company court debates dividend changes and council scrutiny results finalize four elected councilmen. Yachts and tenders ordered to the Ports as Straights Fleet preparations continue.
The Victualling Office contracted 4000 more bags for Navy use to private bakers aboard two ships. Leicester-born Sir Philip Barker Long of Erwarton, a former MP for Harwich, died after a recent illness. his estate valued at about 7000 pounds per year. Also deceased were Mr. Leach, Vinegar Yard clerk, and Captain Joseph Chapman, coal merchant. Toulon and Brest squadrons reportedly joined, with Bordeaux letters noting arrivals. James Lintot jailed for highway robbery. 22 prisoners tried with two capitally convicted, including Mary Young and Elizabeth Davis who claimed pregnancy. sessions adjourned to February 25. Imports and exports included Ostend wine and orders to India, Germany, Madeira, and other ports. Several bankruptcies noted in Southwark, Knightsbridge, and Limehouse. The theatre programs featured shows at Drury Lane, Covent Garden, and Goodman's Fields. High Water at London Bridge was 17 minutes after 2. South Sea and government securities list diverse rates, with prices and stocks cited.
The notice advertises Tob Lett establishing himself at T Dunstan's Coffee-House next to Mrs Deard in Fleet Street after repairs, offering a wine vault, a back-house with cellarage, and conveniences. Enquiries are to be directed to Mr Thomas Hughes at the Lyon and Lamb, Gracechurch Street, near the Three Fun Tavern.
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