Sir Joshua Reynolds and His Early Pupil Anecdotes
A fragmented 18th century sketch of Sir Joshua Reynolds, praising his charm and instruction while recounting the career of a promising pupil who left at two years service and a dissolute second pupil who pursued articles through friends, with anecdotes of lecture room pomp and social distinctions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wac Mic
Royal Academy
Joshua
Fentleman
Bientelf
Bir
Jopitia
Kahdadier
Anothey
Aperion
Met- Bayer
Sir Joshua Reynolds Will and Testament Summary
The document outlines Sir Joshua Reynolds will dated 1798 detailing the disposal of his property and specific legacies. It lists bequests to Mila Palmex, Frances Reynolds, the Earl of Upper Ossary, Lord Palmerstone, St Abraham Home, Sir George Pestmont, and several friends and relatives. It references paintings and portraits to various patrons and connections, with conditions and arrangements for artworks and papers, all signed February 28 in the era.
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Mila Palmex
Righetond
Gwarkie
Fo Highter
Frances Reynolds
Mife Palmer
Eumond Burke
Earl of
Upper Offaly
Sir Joshua
Lord Palmerstone
St Abraham
Bart
Claude Lorraine
George Pestmont
Sebastina Sanes
Mr. Barke
Milton
Oliver Cromwell
Casper
Johoson
Galcwitay
Duke of Portland
Epper
Gop
Jotela
Petition Debates on Tithes and Slavery Trade Motioned
Major Maitland announces notices on India war and hop planters petition. Debates cover the tithes shift from campain to kind, clergy conduct, and the tax plan for national debt. Fox, Wilberforce, and supporters urge broader repeal of penal laws against religious opinions while defenses of toleration surface. The House orders papers deferred, adjourns, and sets a committee to probe the African slave trade with petitions to be referred.
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Maitland
India
Pelham
Lewes
Farnham
Kidilar
William Roffelt
Raraham
Pitt Gold
John Rutfell
Whdréon
Redding
Fox Bel Ini
Weiltuns
Byselause
Fox
Thase Jawe
Abolition of the Grave Trade Debate Opens Parliament
The discussion centers on the abolition of the slave trade in the West Indies and broader emancipation questions. Mr Wilberforce stresses cautious timing and Col Thommen welcomes an early debate. Members urge security for trade and acknowledge petitions and evidence presented to the House.
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Wilberforce
West Indies
Africa
Thommen
Peatle
Wilbesfarce
Public Papers Respond to a Knighted Grievance Letter
A caustic letter to a named figure denounces his claimed exertions for the country and questions his privilege and courage. The writer mocks the addressee’s anonymity and calls out perceived cowardice while challenging his honor and public standing. The tone remains sharp, accusatory, and partisan, aiming to expose false bravado and defend three million supporters.
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Germany
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Arigan
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Marth
MW. Smith
St. Domingo
Howe
Wilberforte Cote
Ema
Col
Tarleton
Rngland
House of Commons
Cawthorne
Speaker
Wilberforce Thes
Marek
Faipaz
Mave
Dublen
Mr Vxan Sin
Well
Papits
Christindom
Hiberoia’s
Fair Journal
Benegarte
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Napier
Tha Mancha
Betty Te
Sancho Paictig
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MARKE
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Royal Canal
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