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Watchmaker Appointed Amid Royal Salary Change
In The Strand, Richard Veck was named Watchmaker and Clockmaker to His Majesty, replacing the late Joseph Antram, with an annual salary of 300 pounds plus other benefits. A separate Westminster trial saw a baker win 1000 pounds for damages over criminal conversation with his neighbor’s wife, while maritime news noted the Dragon Man of War Captain Scot was reported safe after prior loss rumors. Market updates showed South Sea stock and various insurances fluctuating, with ads announcing auctions of masterworks, furniture, and a large book collection, and notices seeking land to let near the Thames plus sales of gaming books and card sets.
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Richard Veck
Catherine-street
Strand
Joseph Antram
King’s Bench
Westminster
St. Martin’s Lane
Charing Cross
Plantiff