Princess Frederica Louisa noted in mourning orders
From the London Gazette dated February 21 1776 news of the death of Her Serene Highness Princess Frederica Louisa of Saxe Gotha sister of the reigning Duke. Also an export prohibition on essences used in grain distillation under ducal punishment. Lord Chamberlain’s Office announces mourning attire for court ladies and gentlemen. An Irish Dublin item notes 26 Commons bills sent to Great Britain have not returned.
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31st Regiment Ready to March for America
Newcastle February 17 The 31st regiment under Sir Adolphus Oughton has orders to prepare for a ten day march to Greenock to embark for America.
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London 1A Electorate Hall Chooses Chamberlain Rival
A Tuesday gathering of about 4000 liverymen at Guildhall heard the Recorder announce the late Chamberlain’s resignation has been accepted by the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen. Speeches praised the former official while supporters of rival claims clashed in protests and chants.
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London Guildhall election fracas and voter reveal
The crowd roared as speakers failed to be heard at Guildhall. John Wilkes and Benjamin Hopkins led the poll amid uproar, with Hopkins accused of falsehood and Wilkes garnering broad support among 5000 attendees. Reports note ships from Boston, deaths, and a flood of notices including bankruptcies and appointments.
Sudbury Borough Address to Gentry Clergy Inhabitants
Last night's Gazette notes an address from Sudbury Suffolk's gentry clergy principal inhabitants manufacturers and freemen. Monday morning a Privy Council meeting at Whitehall Cockpit discussed Irish bills with near 60 councillors present including the Attorney and Solicitor General. The American Congress adjourned appointing an executive Committee of Five leaders Franklin Johnson Dickinson Jay and Harrison. a three-member deputation departed.
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Rich Iron Ore Vein in Glamorgan For Foundry Works
Notice to gentlemen in the iron trade of a rich ore seam in Glamorgan near a navigable river suitable for a furnace or foundry. Water transport available with nearby cordwood and coal. Land ownership changed to one gentleman, offering encouragement to interested individuals or companies. Inquiries: William Jones, Merchant, Swansea.
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Thorn Farm at Birley To Be Sold At Auction
To be sold to the best bidder on Friday March 8 between five and seven by private contract if not disposed of earlier. The property known as The Thorn, Birley Hereford, occupies over 239 acres including arable meadow pasture hop ground and orchard. Buildings in good repair lie near a turnpike road four miles from Leominster ten miles from Hereford. For details contact Edward Coleman Leominster or John Sheriff the occupier.
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