Instructions from a New York Quaker to a ship’s captain 1774
A pasted copy from the era shows orders from a New York Quaker to a London bound ship. It directs obeying the Continental Congress and prohibits shipping or taking on board merchandise or valuables, allowing only apparel and necessary items, warning of owners’ displeasure and loss of place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
New-York
Congress
London
Nese
York
General Congress
Dutherti
Bearded Peace Favors Barber Amid Loyalist Support
In New York, the Sons of Liberty vote unanimously to praise barber Mr Jacob V Redenburgh for refusing to finish a public shaving on Captain John Crofter of the Empress of China transport. They urge prudent practice by gentlemen of the razor to support the king and colonial harmony, hoping for long beards like Nebuchadnezzar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New-York
Sons of Liberty
Jacon V.redenburgh Barber
Ceptain
John Crofer
Refla
Pratleman
S.petion
Nebuthadnezzar
Causes of rising felonies in metropolis blamed on multiple factors
A correspondent outlines various causes behind increasing robberies in the metropolis and its surroundings. He cites public tumult, worker resentment, sorely needed wages, and foreign critics, noting mob violence and selective punishment as features of the era. The letter ends with a reference to the Taylor of Wortenbank Court.
Cordiclera Pine for Naval Timber Consideration
The writer cites AVA and Falconer on a Cordiclera pine from a great mountain used for masts and shipbuilding. It argues English oaks decline, proposes planting this fast growing timber to secure timber supply, improve soil, and promote prosperity. It urges immediate seed procurement and planting on barren hills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Falconer
Paraguay
AVA
Mr. Falconer
South Seas
Norway
Petition of Taste Humour and Common Sense in Distress
The Luncle Permon of Taste Humour and Common Sense appeals to the People of Great Britain about being reduced to penury by three foreigners La Mode McAfeer Sentiment and Signor Pantomime who have gained favour at court mocked Humour and deprived them of access to theatres and even booksellers. They recount being barred from plays as the public shouts against them and fear ruin unless redress is granted. They warn that continued tolerance will destroy old English justice and manners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Monsieur la Mode
Tafte
McAfeer
Signor
Shakespear
Otway
Rouge
Playhouse
Rowe
Perth
Ava
Escott
Livy Cn
Hopet
America
Lucy C
No. Leit
Christina
Sweden
Hooper
H——d
M—dshew
the Observer
A. Hamilton
G. Robinson
James
Piemas Beit
Chelsea
Asthington
Leeds
Francis Newbery
St. Paul's Churchyard
London
Theatrical Intelligence on Hallam in Hamlet
The piece reviews R Hallam's Covent Garden Hamlet performance. It traces his family background, rise from humble beginnings, and compares his acting to Garrick while noting flaws in voice and stage presence. A critical verdict questions his standing in the Shakespearean school despite applause for certain moments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Hallam
Covent-garden
Mattocks
Atlantic
Goodman
Sfields Wells
Hallam
Hamlet
Farbher
Lord Fippington
Mr. Hallam
Frugal Housewife and Present for Servant Mab ished
An 18th century advertisement proclaims a new edition titled The Frugal Housewife and a present for a servant Mab ished. It touts copper plates and prints showing game and poultry techniques, dinners, and courses for the year. Also advertised is a new edition of The Frugal Housewife with methods for preserving, candying, pickling, and making wines, by Susannah Carter and others, printed by F Newbery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabis
Susannah Carter
Clerkenweth
F. Newbery
St. Paul's Church-yard
Lambert
Rall-mall
Clerks of Races Offer Free Book Delivery on Written Orders
The Clerks of Races will supply books free of charge to named spots upon receipt of a written order. This courtesy covers the books sent to the locations mentioned, with delivery arranged at no cost to the requester.
Entertaining Books for Children Offer Greatest Variety
The catalog promotes the greatest variety of entertaining books for children, highlighting a wide selection suitable for young readers. It emphasizes engaging stories, colorful illustrations, and affordable options to appeal to families seeking quality reading materials for kids.
Universal Antiscorbutic Drops advertised with cures
Advertises Spilsbury universal antiscorbutic drops for scurvy gout rheumatism and other disorders. Claims certificates required for beneficiaries, lists multiple sellers in London including Coventry Street Haymarket and Oxford Street, notes treatise edition and warnings against imitations. Also promotes Turlington Balsam with claims of medicinal virtues and a warehouse with various remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Childen
Francis Spilsbury
Carex
Brookes
Coventry-street
Haymarket
Draft
Well-street
Oxford-streets
Halle
Strand
Wilkie
Beelfieller
St. Paul's Church Yard
F. Spilsbury
Chymitt
Mount-+row
Westminster- Bridge
Church
Mr. Allen
Qld
Torhilfieer
Weilminster
Spilsbury
Universa Lanier
Abrabam Geess
LE Gray
Holborh
London
Srecenare
Robert Turlington
Pésson Whasoever
Couner Feits
Hilson Wray
Daffy’s
Scoughton
Hungary
Godfrey
Turlington
Far Ington
Wiliam Wray
Fig Partoe
Mardam Wray
H& Widow
Wall
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O.R
Ai.sytor
Emr
Jimmy
Atriots
Holborn
Taylor
Vortenbank Court
General Evening Post
Tylotfon
Christan Relgin
James Weatherby
Keeser
Newmarket
Ficcadilly
Green-Park Lodge
A. Grants
Bridge-street
CQME
Newbery
England and
Wales
Enland
England
Lord Chesterfield
Little King Pippin
Glass
Prince of Wales
Oxford
W. Davis
Piccadily
W. Nisoll
St Pats
W. Kingston
Bath
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