Regatta amusements and exotic entertainments described
A letter quotes a publication detailing a Thames Regatta with numerous clubs and a controversial plan for a swimming event and swan performances. It notes a sensational Ledatta display, bees on a crown, and automaton swans. Also included is a long travelogue passage by a Chinese observer critiquing clergy and praising a virtuous English rector who aided a struggling father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bootte
White
Skpleton
Almack
Savoir Vivre
Geoffrey
Coténe
Mrs. 4
Mr. Rich
Westminsterbridge
Westminster-Bridge
Calter
Pepe
Raelagh
Ranelggh
Cheang
Moufab
Hunguai
Cmpire
China
Ching
Choang
Chang-'Ti
Quing-Tong
Chiang
Europe
England
London
Chang Ti
Biihop
Mathas
Patented Cakes for Shining Liquid Blacking Notice
Patentee warns against imitations of his Cakes for Shining Liquid Blacking. Labels stating By the King's Patent distinguish genuine cakes from counterfeits. genuine product described as superior, odorless, keeps leather pliable, with 6d per cake price makes a pint when diluted. Sold wholesale and retail by Bayley and other perfumers in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Bayley
Cockspur-street
Haymarket
J. Price
Perfumer
Leidentall-street
F. Newbery
St. Paul's Church-yard
J. Grosvenor
Jurffne
Holbeing
By. A. Rodhwel
Bond-jregt
London
W. Owen
England
Elector of
Preves
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Joseph Hancock
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Trish
Ireland
Browns
Collinson
Lombard
Addenbrooke
Gatte Bridge
St. Mary’s Church
Richard Beadon
Handel
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Dyne
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Christ’s Hospital
Rose Inn
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Newport
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