Indemnity Debate Over Loyal Subscribers and Economy
Historical document debate notes subscribers to a loyalty loan pressed for fair indemnity amid government urgency. It argues that equity requires protecting loyal investors, warns against sacrificing individuals for state gains, and cites Pitt’s motion and principles of fidelity in finance. Details include motives, expectations, and calls for market rights.
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Bavatty
Bedu
Candal
Excheqier
Pitt
Reward offered forbank note thief Sibbert fugitive
One hundred pounds reward from the General Post Office for the apprehension of James Sibbert, alias Sibb ert, after he and an accomplice absconded on the 27th of May. Description: age about 30, thin, dark complexion and hair, pitted smallpox scars, about five feet six inches tall. They fled with a dark trunk and a box, wearing a mornin g coat, black cloak, and bonnet. The notice credits Anthony Todd, Francis Freeling, and the secretary as officials.
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Fune
Ames
Sibbert
James Sibbert
Anthony
Todd
Francis Freeling
Lottery debate on poultry tickets and safety concerns
Editorial notes a national lottery debate focusing on safety and the price of tickets. It cites a Royal Exchange publication and discusses the difficulty of securing funds as ticket numbers rise. The piece compares last and current lotteries, noting fewer tickets but higher implied costs and public demand.
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Poncon
Forgery Question At Issue In Bill Of Exchange Case
In a high profile case before Lord Kenyon a jury considers whether an instrument accepted by Mr Pitt, MP, was forged. The plaintiff alleges the defendant signed and accepted the bill, promising goods later delivered by Pitt’s servants. Witnesses dispute handwriting and bank records, stressing wide consequences for merchant credit.
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Cary U
Morton Pitt
Garrow
Mork Pitt
Mr. Pitt
Pitt
Pite
Erfine
Howard
Geiel
Mr. Howard
Captain Crafton
Earl of Pembroke
Dre Glaff
Faméeffe
Lord Kenyon
Arbitration dispute over Frost bill and Townshend votes
A 19th century arbitration involved Mr Frost whose bill exceeded 12 000. Three gentlemen awarded him a sum deemed "exceedingly good" and a Bradshaw helped, challenging votes cast for Lord Townshend. The charge stood at 3541 and the core question asked if it fell within the arbiters award, then referred back to them for determination.
Forgeries and the Pitt Case at Law's Edge
The argument centers on a forged acceptance tied to Mr Pitt as defense counsel cites Mr Howard's humane work. The Earl of Pembroke testifies familiarity with the defendant, doubting the handwriting. Lord Kenyon voices confidence in jurors determining forgery and notes correspondence with Mr Pitt.
Norfolk Island Letter Reflects Peace and Prosperity
Extract of a 1796 letter from an officer at Norfolk Island to a friend in London. He praises the colony as a trader’s paradise with fertile ground, multiple crops, and potential self-sufficiency. Lt Governor King’s governance earns merit, and Hawkesbury settlement reports rich wheat crops. The writer argues Europeans have been misled and asserts the truth of these facts.
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Norfolk Island
London
Europe
Cai Faife
King
Flores
Hawkesbury
Dragoons Private Trained For Disloyal Expressions
In Exeter on June 7 a private in the 3d regiment of dragoons stationed there was accused of disloyal expressions. Upon privates’ request a court martial was held and the soldier was ordered to receive 400 lathes as punishment, the sentence carried out with strong severity.
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3D Regiment of Dragoons
Winchester military reviews praise New Forest Dragoons and Hampshire Volunteers
On Monday two troops of New Forest Rifle Dragoons under Major W H Gilbert were reviewed near Stoney-cross by General Shireff who praised their horse evolutions and sword exercise and noted their offer to serve anywhere in the kingdom. On Thursday Hampshire Fawley Volunteers were reviewed at Compton Down by the same general who expressed high approval of their horsemanship and new sword drill.
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Winchester
New Forest
W. H.gilbert
Stoney-cross
Shireff
Hampshire Fawley
Compton-Down
Singular Storms In Bengali Province May 1796
An extraordinary May 16 1796 storm at Fattyghur in Bengal caused darkness for 19 minutes as a dust cloud roared west then northwest blowing violently. Birds were driven to the ground, boats broke from moorings, and cattle fell into pits amid limited damage beyond expectations. A March 9 note from Dehweh cites a similar overcast sky and deadly hail, striking eleven men and devastating eight nearby villages.
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Fattyghur
Bengali
N. W
Kelds
Dehweh
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Ogize
New Souths Wales
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Éch
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Greenwich
Annals of” ‘Agriculture
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Royal Exchange
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LAW
Court OF King's. Bench
Lord -Hood
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Exeter
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