21 Sep 1744
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Newspaper
Daily Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Sep 21, 1744
Page
1
Letters from The Hague report ongoing friction among France Prussia and the Empire over wartime policy. Monarchs and ministers press for clear stances while alleged provocations by Republic worsen relations. Observers note growing calls for neutrality or decisive reprisals, with ambassadors uncertain about Alignments and future peace efforts.
Deal reports the Merlin remains with the fleet as ships depart. Notices list arrivals from Virginia at Whitby including the Bansteed Whiting the York Robinson and the Berwick Harwood. At Nantes the Notre Dame de la Grace Aget and Vainqueur Deshayes arrive from Hispaniola.
London notices report gunpowder and military stores ordered to Ostend via Woolwich, court news from Lincoln's Inn and the Temple Church wedding of Mr. Lewin to Miss Gray, and Rev Gibson’s marriage in Bishopsgate followed by a Hertfordshire trip. Bank of England holds a dividend for the half year at 23 percent. Crime reports include a Gray alias the Prince of Gamblers seized at Black-Boy-Alley and a Holborn-Bridge assault. burglaries at Oxford Chapel area and near St Clement’s Church. The Queen of Hungary issues a proclamation for Bavaria’s inhabitants to pay 3 million florins. Imperial Army units listed for Bavaria with 5,400 men total. French have sold assets per Brussels letters.
Reports from Douai and Lisle describe seized horses from England and Hanover, with a note that many were sold abroad. The Palmers’ vessel taken off Portugal coast, and Capt Stott’s Mediterranean ship captured by a French privateer near Bayonne, then required harsh treatment. Prices for South Sea securities and various government bonds listed with erratic quotes and no clear market.
The document reports a historic ejectment trial between the Earl of Anglesey and Richard Mountre, noting the case held before lord chancellor and exchequer officials. It details evidence, shorthand notes, and accompanying arguments, with publication by Longman and Knapton. The price and publication details are given.
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