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Plague reports and royal pageantry across Europe in 1720s
Reports from Amsterdam to Avignon and Moscow describe plague conditions easing near Alais Avignon and Orange, royal progress in Moscow with grand processions, and public rejoicing. Maritime and financial news include a South Sea Company court at Merchant Taylors Hall and debates over bank and company contracts.
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Amsterdam Gourant
Nimes
Alais
Gevaudan
Avignon
Duke de Roquelaure
Mr. Bernage
Chevalier de ‘Damas
Ufer
Geneva
France
Moscow
Jarre
Lawrel
Prince Mentzhoff
Petersburg
Orange
Marseilles
Fan
Alaud
Provence
South-Sea Company
Merchant Taylors Hall
Brewershat
Ward
Beccame