21 Sep 1791
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Newspaper
Evening Mail
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Sep 21, 1791
Page
1
An old Cumberland rector seeking a living visits London to appeal to the Bishop of London. By error he asks the Duke of Norfolk for his master. After a humorous misunderstanding, they share a drink and guide him to the Bishop, leaving him wealthier than before.
General Post Office issues a notice on the murder of James Hogsworth the carrier near Warrington. The mail bags from Chester to Manchester Rochdale and from Liverpool Warrington to Rochdale were taken. Two Irishlooking men suspected, rewards offered for capture conviction and possible pardon. description of suspects and early morning details.
Autumn recommendation from Dr. Hodson for his Vegetable Syrup to treat blood impurities and various ailments including scurvy venereal cases and rheumatism. Claims broad efficacy and notes charges for advice or personal consultation. Sold at Hodson No 29 Walcot Garden and through named retailers in London and Scotland.
Stockport cotton works at Watsons Carrs near Stockport Centre are auctioned for inheritance and a long term estate. The sale lists buildings, water power, reservoirs, and land with six lots including dwelling houses, warehouses, gardens, and chief rents with terms. Mr Philip Brieny will show the premises and Mr Holland Watson handles private contracts and sale details.
A brief note bearing a formal salutation to the Parliament of Great Britain, likely addressed to or from a colonial or parliamentary context. The phrasing suggests a ceremonial or respectful tone without demonstrating specific actions or debates.
A dense polemic arguing that Louis XVI is a de facto prisoner to safeguard the French Constitution. The author praises the National Assembly’s work, condemns those who doubt liberty, and contrasts English monarchy with French reforms. He extols the Brunswick line and urges English readers to honor derived rights and resisting despotism.
Ireland Sept 15 A visiting party from England including Dean Jackson, Preceptor to the Prince of Wales, observes the new Colonnade connecting the Parliament House south portico with the west front. The Ionic pillars will enhance College Green and the capital with a grand architectural feature expected to finish this autumn.
Edinburgh reports propitious harvest weather with no rain and fully favorable conditions last week. Oats are unusually early, grain quality is superior, and much wheat is already sown for next season due to excellent corn feed from distant markets benefiting the region.
A surgeon Mr. S and an attorney Mr. B clashed at the Exchange after prior legal disputes. Mr. B is said to have knocked down the doctor, who then struck back with a stick. The attorney allegedly kicked the wounded man as a crowd looked on. The doctor demands gentlemanly satisfaction. the outcome remains unresolved.
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