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Newspaper
General Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Dec 19, 1771
Page
4
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus appeals to the king to forgive and reconcile with a royal brother, arguing that anger harms both sides. He warns against advisers who seek to worsen the breach, praising the sovereigns virtues and urging timely clemency to restore peace and unity.
A letter to the editor argues pantomimes aid drama in a crowded London season. It recalls Garrick era figures, warns against endless repetitions, and questions reviewers plans to reform with more pantomime. The writer notes public favor for pantomimes against managers and critiques Philophusis Essays on deluge and natural philosophy in a lively 18th century tone.
Fragmentary lines from Longinus express a declared principal attachment amid conflict. The terse archaic phrasing frames a philosophical stance on unity and purpose within struggle.
A London article mocks Equatorius and Clericus, notes Duke of Gloucester’s possible marriage and the Pretender episode, and reports Warsaw dispatches on Kosinski the assassin. It describes royal clemency, Polish asylum offers, and preparations at Somerset House for Kosinski’s reception while criticizing court intrigues and public opinion.
Reports from Europe detail fires at Catantinople destroying many houses including the Aga of the Janissaries palace. Count Orlaw’s fleet bombards the Dardanelles in a push toward Lemnos. Tales of the Grand Signior’s alleged death circulate as Warsaw reports Uhlans capturing Confederates and famine rising in Tiniec and Saxony. The King of Poland heals. Domanski’s plot to kill Kosinski unfolds amid unrest.
In London unsettled politics and local contests unfold as officials switch seats and contest wards while a Globe tavern master faces opposition over public stance. A Lord Mayor thanks drift through city papers amid crime, prizes, and robberies. A Sir Robert Ladbroke neighbor alert helps thwart a burglary as four men are detained. Edinburgh briefs report a murder trial verdict, with a guilty conclusion and planned punishment, and Scotland debates game-law reforms amid landlord tensions.
A historical notice urges masters of families to employ their apprentices over the approaching holidays and pay them for work. It argues that compensating apprentices better serves both parties and helps abolish the improper custom of giving Christmas boxes to friends and supporters. It also references essays and responses on the topic and promotes improved conduct among masters and men.
Dramatic listings from Draury Lane and Covent Garden show performances of Twelfth Night and others with The Institution of the Garter noted. Bank stock and bond notices include South Sea, India, and navy bills with various percentages and denominations. details are fragmented and partial.
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