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Appointment notices and stock market snippets from 18th century
Captain Tyrwit Caley named Commander of Chatham Man of War replacing ill captain Norbery. Kaleb Wade appointed Comptroller of Portsmouth Dock Yard in place of the deceased David Bartlet. Thanksgiving vigil noted. various county sheriffs nominated. Names of numerous gentlemen across English counties listed for future offices. Stock and insurance quotes shown for South Sea, Bank, India, Africa, and related securities. A disputed September newspaper paragraph denied. An advertisement touts a breath, teeth, and gum tincture finally available at Ratford's Toy Shop near St Clement’s Yard.
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Tyrwit Caley
Chatham
Norbery
Kaleb Wade
Portsmouth
David Bartlet
Glocester
Burscough
Commons
Layer
Mr. Ratford
Rose and Crown
St. Clement’s
de Serand
Arundel-Breec