04 May 1741
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Newspaper
Daily Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
May 04, 1741
Page
1
In a fired political column a London assembly themed as a maternal restraint condemns a favored candidate. It likens the Lords Mayor selection to a child guarded from danger, asserting the livery’s negative vote blocks the popular choice and safeguards the city’s revenue from impulsive power.
Cambridge on May 1 reports a clerical clash as a long renouncer of worldly affairs issues Pastoral Hymations and commands votes from sixteen clergymen. Two respected instructors were ready to provide their assistance, underscoring the occasion’s seriousness and pious concern.
A fragmentary port news note lists ships including Majette, Lam beth, Corinth, and Admiral Vernon bound for Lisbon. It cites May 2 reports on ships Fale India and Kent, with mention of remain in Wight and a May 3 Melvin letter. It references a planned November 4 celebration and upcoming homage related to princes and duchies, hinting at succession concerns and a landed party.
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