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Death of a Countess and a Loyal Vindication in 1717
Fragmented notices reveal a disputed death poem, a printer’s advertisement, and scattered public sales. The text references Mr. Young’s alleged malice toward a Countess of Berkeley, a forthcoming enigmatic letter, and a set of historical cuts by Vandergucht. It also lists vendors Francis Jefferis and various sale notices for Bibles, Common Prayers, and auction-like postings in Nottingham and London venues. The variety of notices shows early 18th century publishing and auction culture with religious and literary items, estate notices, and market alerts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ma. Curl
Cyril
Accett
Berkeley
Fast Publifo'a
L. Cheron
Vandergucht
Ottawa
Francis Jefferis
Bible and Crown
Ludgate-street
Henry Burches
White Hart-tnn
Petersfield