Fragmented account of treason trial and execution in old court
Fragmentary OCR text describes a high treason trial in the Crown's court. It notes postponement, witness issues, and deliberations about whether to proceed with the case against Jackson and Carbally. The passage concludes with a graphic description of a condemned man’s execution, including alleged stripping and drawn-out procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pasnet
Jory
Paing
Generon
Eridamrece
Ntya
Jackson
Eda
Amirs Cowan
Pas
Wadluafortsta
Lerathips
Jong Sessions
poRpene
Esc
Carbally
Banos
EoRce
Seneck
Weight and measure reform in England in 18th century standards
A letter discusses standardizing weights for grain and bread, criticizes market fraud, and proposes a system where weight measures regulate sale. It cites Winchester bushels, George III era powers, and urges magistrates to inspect mills, maintain records, and publish market weights to ensure fair pricing nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Til
George
George the Third
Sundisas
Mifepont
Bray
Cam
Anéj
Eldar
Kent
England
George the
Sica
Chemmmanacearny
Thrir
Shakers
Nions
Neasure
Scratt
Ferling
Davies
Longleat
Marlater
Wincanton
Marton
Pitt
Biliog
Somerferthire
Inquest Names Prisoners Tied to Castle Murder Case
Winchester report notes prisoners committed to gaol this week following a coroner inquiry into the murder at Porcheiter Castle. The inquest identifies the murdered man and charges others with aiding and abetting the crime.
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Tour Gounty
Suminto
Rabon
Ravoo
Sarax
Witfu
Mereino
Fanother
Porcheiter
Sunitie
Murderous Assault On Edinburgh Street Remains Unclear
An assault in Edinburgh near St Andrew's Square during Tuesday night left a victim bled and injured after a man struck him with a stick and attempted a second blow before a terrier intervened. Police are investigating the incident and seeking witnesses.
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Oiclock
Dennis
A.xiglent
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Thor Ztitor
Newbury
Ant Peremennay
Ralger
Rte
Board of Agriculture
Winchester
Jan
Edinburgh
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