Fits Cure Claim by Dr Howell in 1786 London
A parole of testimonials in London proclaims Dr Howell's powders cured epileptic fits after two years of illness. Sworn affidavits from Savoy residents and churchmen accompany notes of hospital treatments and a grace of Providence. Lottery schemes and public notices follow in this pamphlet style record.
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Howell
Rebecca Green
Savoy
St. Bartholomew’s
Guy’s Hospitals
St. Thomas’s
Hower
Guildhall
London
Johs Hunt
The
John Urgefs
Savoy Steps
Strand
Churchwar
Jer. Thompson
Rob. Bareh
Savoy Sr
Burch
Tho. Berger
Hligh Helborm
Red Lion-street
WN. B
Admiralty of Adventurers at the Royal Union Bank scheme
SHERGOLD and Co advertise a scheme at No 9 Cockspur Street offering prize plans to attract investors. They claim proven success from over three hundred cases and promise prompt payments, modest upfront stakes, and full deposit recovery if prizes are drawn. The prospectus touts low entry fees, immediate payouts, and a structure claiming to double the invested money via tiered prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Unitex Bank
Shergatd and Co
the Royal
Axton Bans
Temperate Comments on Intemperate Reflections
A perused pamphlet on the French Revolution is praised for ingenuous arguments and candour while condemning Dr Price’s pulpit principles. The author notes Burke’s genius but critiques the work’s overall balance, warning against enthusiasm masking frailties and political motive. The critique closes as an impartial observer views Burke’s excesses.
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Powell
St. Omer’s
Burxr
France
Burke
Dr. Price
Mr. Burke
Banking case on half crown demand after bill due
Law report from the Court of King's Bench details a bank dispute over a 2s 6d note owed when a bill of exchange fell due. Lord Kenyon suggested the half crown was not due, while counsel argued the acceptor should have paid within banking hours. Debate on when tender or payment is legally required follows.
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Fu the Buller
Ave
Wallace
Temple Bar
Catherine Hall
Cambridge
Joshua Wood
William Atkinson
Erskine
Law
Court of Kine
Bence
LirtTiey
Mingay
House of Merl. Lockhart and Co
Lord Kenyon
Mgr Mineau
Kenyox
Annery
Faillce Baller
Sigh
London
Shepherd
Adventurers in Lotteries Face Bold Promises and Risks
An 18th century critique warns lottery investors to beware grand schemes and false assurances. It cites firms like Suzrocoxp and Co and the Royal Union Bank as examples of untrustworthy promises, noting substantial prizes paid to a few while many undertakings fail. The piece urges scrutiny and referrals to reputable bankers before entrusting funds.
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Royal Union Bank
Sxercorp and Co
Lombardtreet
Suzrocoxp and Co
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Wenham
Poultry
Cornhill
Lisco — L
L.za
N.B
Pall Mall
William Lawrence
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
Fomall
Lhree
N.H
N. B
Royal Union Bak
Shergold and Co
Lomparp-Street
Bown
Mefirs
Taylor and Co’s
Cockspur- Street
Cuarine-Cross
St. Res. L
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