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Smallpox Rumor Rubs Kent Town as Trade Sags
Town officials pledge Maladstone in Kent is free of smallpox and contagions and offer 5 pounds for information leading to conviction of spreaders of false reports. The notice, signed by mayor jurats physicians ministers and church wardens, warns against harmful rumors hurting commerce. Also includes two public horse races at Oswestry with entry fees and prizes, listing dates and conditions.
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