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Newspaper
General Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jun 22, 1775
Page
2
The long column recounts British reactions to unrest in America with reports from Boston, Philadelphia, Newport and Virginia. It notes militia formations, fortifications, and exchanges of letters about aid, with mentions of Lord Stormont, General Gage, and naval movements, reflecting rising tensions and mounting support for resistance.
In Smathfield a proposal for a three percent half yearly dividend from Christmas to Midsummer is supported unanimously. Citizens oppose an 18th century plan to erect a Popery tribute obelisk at the market, recalling brutal persecutions. City officials weigh sentiment while reports note forgery, wagers on Beacon course, a fatal Stepney aqua fortis blaze, Townsend's death on London Road, and bank note theft trials. Marriages and deaths fill the week with local notables Nixon, Rugg, Legh among the listed names.
Wednesday John Wubte chief Clerk of the Prade and Plan tation office at Whitehall. The same day at his house at Clapton John Whitaker a dry falter in Thames-street.
An eye witness describes the Rheims cathedral rebuilt for the coronation of the king and queen. Elaborate galleries and a 60 foot throne housed the ceremony with archbishop primate officiating. A cannon salute, revelry, and sacred ritual followed, ending around noon amid grand triumphal arches and public spectators.
Pursuant to an order of the High Court of Chancery the Grove estate at Chiswick Middlesex in the possession of the late Lady Frances Elliott to be sold by Edward Leeds master on Thursday July next between four and five o’clock in the afternoon. The freehold includes two messuages with offices and 84 acres of land near 67 acres in certain enclosures with a garden and orchard. Also a smaller house with stable and garden nearby. Particulars and viewing tickets available at Lincoln's Inn or from Messrs Winbolt and Son solicitors Tokenhouse Yard London.
Life annuities subscribers in Ireland to be paid in London may receive half a year’s annuity due June 24 at McIl Browns and Colliston Lombard Street on selected days from nine to two. First Class on July 2nd, Second on July 4th, Third on July 10th, with subsequent dates and unpaid arrears to be claimed. Delegates to produce receipts and a certificate of life of the nominee, available by applying as above.
A concise notice announces that property is offered for sale to the highest bidder. The text outlines sale action and invites competitive bidding, with emphasis on securing the best possible price through public auction. The notice preserves archival phrasing and official tone.
A two lot sale by auction will take place at Saffron Walden on Saturday July 5 1775 precisely at noon. Lot I includes about 23 acres of enclosed pasture and 18 acres of arable land in Newport Pond Broad Field and Porden Field in Widdington with annual rent 5s 8d. Lot II features the Parsonage House near the church at Newport Pond with outbuildings and about five acres of enclosed pasture land now occupied by the Rev Mr Rix. Printed particulars available at listed inns and booksellers in Cambridge London and surrounding towns.
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