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Memorial of West India Merchants to Duke on Spanish seizures
A lengthy memorial from British merchants trading to America appeals to the Duke of Newcastle. It argues Spanish governors abuse orders, impede restitution, and press for accountability on prize seizures and the 1732 declaration. It claims lack of lawful accounts and asserts the Crown of Spain tolerates piracy under commissions while demanding restitution and proper legal procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duke of
Newcaste
Spain
Depreda- Co
Keene
South-Sea Company
Seville
Spaie
Crown of Spain
Crown of
Guard da Costas
Namie
Guardia
Coffa
Thas
Ste. Fames
Cafe Ioughpga
Neral
Gage
Spanih U'of-Indies
Fenzain
Bar
St. James
America
Old
Porto Rico