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Prodigies and public prayers amid European turbulence
Fragmentary 17th century news notes describe prodigies and calamities in Europe, including prayers to appease heavenly anger, references to war, plagues, famines, earthquakes, and political intrigues. The report mentions a Protestant minister sentenced for preaching, Brandenburg and Great Britain alliances, and shifting diplomatic arrivals. It also lists advertisements for sermons, books, music, and medicines amid a busy London scene with notices from merchants and publishers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spairincrete
Gesbeedor
St. Nechains
Tolentine
Bern
Minipelier
Clairmont
Auvergne
Bryait
Antone
Lyon
Monacais
Lorrain
Gorn
Roany
Pieene
Thor
Brandenburg
Great Britain
France
Amets
Papi
Harwich
Spain
Garraaaa
House
Humphrey Rein
Anthony Ingram
St. Paul's Church
London