The Speculatist Reaffirms Humane Duty to Animals
A historic essay argues that humans owe gratitude and restraint in governing animals. It condemns cruelty by riders, carters, and drivers, recounts a cruel scene with horse and dogs, and calls on legislators to punish abusive caretakers. The piece contrasts human vice with compassion and urges humane treatment as a mark of virtue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Cartinén
Opservanion
Bridewell
Satan
Garrick Defends Hastings Role Amid Wilkes Dispute
In London correspondence from 177?, James Wilkes excerpts urge Garrick to alter Hastings in Jane Shore. Garrick asserts he acted per his own judgment, denying political censorship, while Wilkes cites dangers to both him and Garrick. The exchange touches on theatrical liberty, interdicts, and the heated climate of the times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes
Garrick
Wilkey
Jane Shore
Times
Mr. Garrick
Mr. Wilkes
Haslings
Letters on public life and political conduct in 1771
A long letter from a correspondent to John Wilkes recounts a heated exchange at the King's Arms about a draught of fifteen hundred pounds for an open house, mocking Preliterate committee members and questioning loyalties. The writer defends past actions, recalls Horne’s interruptions, and cites Horace to urge restraint while urging Wilkes to consider his public stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Garrick
Pador
Brentford
Garrick
King’s Bench
Cicero
Middlesex
Mr. Horne
King’s Arms
Jan
Mrs Horne
Atwell
Blockhead
Horne
Horace
London
Guildhall
Eatot
Gabradee
Italy
Jonathan Wild
Orater Henley
Lord Mansfield
Printer letters reveal bail and defences in court case
A letter from St John’s Hyhars dated 177t defends a brother against a bail issue. The writer claims he signed for his brother at the city section, accepted accountability for a larger amount than prudence allowed, and denies advising bail deferral. He disputes Mr Horne’s assertion and claims bail matters involved a well known half hood figure.
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Snowledge
Horne
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Shakspeare
Mr. Hormel
Roscius
Eculis
John Wilkes
Your’s, &c
Kenrick
T. John Wilkes, Ey
Warawich
W. Kenrick
Iain
St John's Hyhars
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