11 Aug 1800
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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Aug 11, 1800
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a proposed ten volume set titled Library of Knowledge or Works avitch including general utility subjects such as grammar arithmetic history geography astronomy mythology biography natural history botany and moral tales.
A historical record from 1776 to Michaelmas 1786, edited by Thomas Caldecott of the Middle Temple, compiling duty and office reports in the High Adjudications, with tables of principal matters. Printed by A. Strshady for R Pheney, Temple Lane.
A fragmented catalog entry lists engravings and articles within a magazine or review, noting engraver credits, topics on philosophy literature and science, and notices for subscriptions. It references observers on magnetism, Italian and French topics, and advertisements for distribution across Britain and Ireland.
The letter from Stemed Foun Watkins of Liverpool dated September 7, 1799 extols the Cordial Balm of Gilead for restoring health after debility from long voyage and poor climate. He thanks Dr Solomon, notes purchase details in London, and expresses intention to sail to Demerary aboard the Diana under Captain Coupland.
Public health and patent remedy notice from Broadstairs and Margate detailing Dr Bodum's cordial and Nervous Cordial, recommended after baths for eruptions and debility. Includes patient testimonial, agent supply notes, and a list of sale points across the UK and Ireland.
The notice proclaims an inventive wig for men that attaches whiskers with strong adhesion and realistic tint. It promotes crop wigs priced from two shillings to five pounds and urges readers to obtain printed measuring directives and a London reference to ensure proper fit.
Isabella Goodlet of Laffwade near Edinburgh reports being cured of scurvy, boasting effects on legs and arms and skin healing after using six to eight bottles. Signed testimonials from local gentlemen reassure authenticity. Drops sold in bottles at two shillings and sixpence, or one shilling, by patent medicine vendors in Southwark.
A letter to the editor argues that over forty years 30 000 small farms have been absorbed into large estates harming families and cottage workers. It challenges Sir Joan Sinclair and advocates a free discussion on whether large farms produce as much as numerous small ones, noting price rises since past protective laws were repealed.
Mark Lane letters urge the Corporation of London and all great cities to petition the Throne or Legislature for guarantees. The writer argues that the current circumstances justify urgent action and reflects on broad public sentiment as of July 24.
Mr James Dixon testifies before The Coal Committee that London coal meters number should be 15 but leases and corruption reduce to four, with deputy meters. Reporting ships, measuring cargo, and payments to meters corrupt the trade. Practices include loading distortions, false moorings, and delays by buyers, with abuses by lightermen and ship owners. Dixon notes public harm, proposes tighter controls to prevent fraud and ensure fair discharge in the River Thames area.
Fragmented OCR of 18th century market report detailing grain prices, flour costs, hops, seeds, and livestock in London and distant country markets. Notes fluctuating wheat and oats prices, flour rates, hay and straw values, and beef veal mutton and pork prices across Smithfield and Reading, with weekly averages and past returns.
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