28 Nov 1791
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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 28, 1791
Page
1
A letter from Observator of November 28 1791 argues that marriages founded on mutual respect and sincere affection endure, while mercenary unions lead to misery. It laments social pretensions, urges genuine esteem, and contrasts material allure with conjugal harmony, urging couples to nurture home and affection for lasting felicity. It closes with a courteous salutation from John Elford and date.
A formal address from St Joan's and New Frampiano merchants to Lieutenant-Governor Eleord upon his departure expresses gratitude for benevolence and hospitality during his tenure. They commend his protection of property and harmony between troops and inhabitants and wish him a safe passage and suitable reward by the Sovereign. Signed by numerous local merchants and residents.
Lieutenant Governor Elford thanks the gentlemen for their polite address and expresses satisfaction at the favorable opinion of his conduct. The remarks reflect formal thanks and acknowledgment of support.
Law reports from Westminster Hall show Monday sessions where Mr. Graham secured a Mandamus directing Plymouth’s Mayor and burgesses to admit Fyerh Leeds to liberty. Two paths existed роз birth and servitude. The plaintiff had served seven years as an apprentice, and two additional mandamus writs were issued for others in similar posts.
Indictment for wilful and corrupt perjury against Michael School was moved from Old Bailey to King’s Bench by Certiorari. The defendant’s affidavit claimed bias to secure debt release. actions continue with renandment and trial set after term. Also PRESS v Johnson concerns Deborah Press, General Johnson’s housekeeper, alleging wrongful dismissal over lambs fry incident and unpaid wages.
Mr Beldavin stated the defendants were in custody of the Sheriffs of London and moved for a Writ of Habeas Corpus to bring them before their Lordships at Chancery. Mr Justice Baller affirmed the order. The Count broke up at three, last day of term with no further business.
Lord Kenyon opened a session at nine, spending an hour before proceeding. No attorney or witnesses appeared though counsel were ready. He denounced attorneys charging clients for non attendance and urged actions for negligence. Wir. Lxftineg suggested striking out unready causes, a view Lord Kenyon largely shared.
The defendant Miss Hudson renting from the plaintiff caused damage to furniture by boiling a grate and scalding drawers after a warning about keeping such tenants in the house. A witness valued the loss at 21 16s and the jury awarded that sum to the plaintiff.
The Woollen Draper from Ludgste Hill sues to recover value of Crimston Cushions and Haffocks fitted in a pew at Pentonville Chapel. Till claimed they were worth 15s but he accepted 3 38- when offered, called moth eaten by a witness, and was non suited for lack of proof of a contract between him and the defendant.
The plaintiff Gaines sues to recover damages after sheriffs officers Ridgeway Clarke and Whitworth under Dr Walker executed an order and entered his house by mistake, remaining about two hours. They apologized. verdict favors the plaintiff awarding damages.
A historic report notes an indictment of John King for wilful and corrupt perjury. Prosecutor Mr Bungay complains witnesses Betts Finlay and George Finlay failed to attend and requested to be summoned on their personal premises.
Action for work and labour in drawing deeds and writings. A counter-demand for medicines. further details to appear at a future opportunity.
A historical verse satirizes fashionable pretenders as "natty Crop" figures. The speaker mocks vain ladies and self styled dandies, detailing their powdered appearance, cropped hair, and flashy manners. The piece ends with a farewell to "every Crop."
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