David Fordyce Admitted Professor of Philosophy
Edinburgh reports that David Fordyce was Thursday admitted Professor of Philosophy at Marischal College Aberdeen. Alexander Ef Je ceas'd, and teaching will begin November 1. Renfrew County Freeholders, meeting at Paisley, resolve to select a proper Parliamentary representative at Head Court on October 12, to avoid private votes and ensure general representation.
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Fire devastates Hartley dwelling and neighbors homes
Newcastle news reports a August fire at John Davidson’s Hartley dwelling destroying the house and adjoining properties of Thomas Crawford, Thomas Stewart, Ralph Saunderson, and Mary Harrison. A September 6 robbery on a Sherborne York stage coach yielded 51 and a watch. Edward Alport, Provincial Grand Master of Durham Freemasons, was interred at Whickham with lodge procession and funeral rites.
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Port news arrivals and ship movements at London and English ports
Port News reports vessels arriving from London including the Providence Wills Richard and Sarah Nicklefs and John and Elizabeth Wills. Cowes notes Farmer's Adventure Ely from Dentrix. Deal lists ships remaining in the Downs Shrewsbury Blandford Grampus Serpent Tuscany Leghorn Leven Leah Jamaica Ruffel and Shark Sloop Wind East sailing for the river or Gibraltar.
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An Address from Montgomery County Justices to Rosert Williams
The General Session at Pool on August 20 expresses thanks to Rosert Williams for parliamentary conduct and urges immediate measures. They demand repeal of the Septennial and Riot Acts, punishment for corrupt officials, and a law to restore the House of Commons to substance. They warn ministers to pursue constitutional aims and keep supplies back until reform. News notes include army sickness rumours in Flanders, artillery arrivals at Ghent, sheriff election tallies, Oxford mayoral results, a merchant's death, and various cargo and stock updates.
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Rotation in Sheriff Elections Sparks City Debate
A 18th century London inquiry questions the rotation in electing sheriffs, claims Liverymen oppose forced rotation, and notes Sir Robert Godshall's potential mayoral role. It argues Benn the Alderman faces health issues and pressure to serve, while friends defend current policy and urge restraint from Sir Joseph Hankey.
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London Sept 23 1742 Liverymen Poll Interes Request
London dated September 23 1742 calls upon the worthy liverymen of the city to show interest and cast their poll as part of a civic appeal seeking support or involvement in an unspecified matter. The fragment suggests a formal appeal to guilds or trade society members.
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William Benn and J Alderman Chosen Sheriff Nominees
William Benn, J Alderman and Fletcher are named as future Sheriffs of Middlesex for the upcoming year. The text praises Benn as a loyal subject to His Majesty and a steadfast defender of church, state, and citizens’ rights. Polls open at ten this morning.
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