The Tender Hearted and the Hardened Soul
An essay extols compassion over hardness of heart, contrasting Sir Obdurate Avatice’s cold view of poverty with acts of mercy. It recounts a felon chapel scene and a grieving mother seeking her child, then praises Lady Love-puppy who spoils dogs yet neglects human distress, urging benevolence and charity as true honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grit
Mos
Love
Chloe
Duchess
Beauty
Orten
Rapki
Fortune
Disputed Publisher Affair Recited in Old Correspondence
A burned transcript exchanges accusations between Sir and an unnamed correspondent over publication of a pamphlet. The letter traces accusations of deception, financial debt, and reputational risk, noting bankruptcy abroad and alleged repayments after a 1767 return.
Fragmented 18th Century Letter Excerpt Concerning Wilkes Debtor Fraud
The excerpt discusses a 1767 dispute involving Mr. Wilkes and Mrs. Wilkes, accusing deception about funds owed to the Foundling Hospital. It references Mr. Cotes, allegations of fraud, and promises to reveal further circumstances in due course, with focus on truth and political opinions. The tone is legal and accusatory, noting trusted witnesses and implied evidence to be disclosed later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humphey
Yar Sfortynes
Wilkes
Mas Wilkes
Foundling-Hospital
Wilies
Wiles
Cotes
Surrey
Jrena
James
N.ewbery
Jerior
Mr.Newbery
Bible and Son
St. Pag Sh
Sir Paul's Church
Yard
Francis Newbery
The Penitential Letter Through General Dispute
A fragmented letter discusses church authority and zeal without knowledge. It debates the role of prelates, curates, and diocesan figures in ensuring liberty and proper conduct. The writer questions the propriety of agitation without clear cause and warns against enforcement of rights without prudence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carate
Wilfor
Hine
Delal
T&o
Kert
Garth
Borgia
Dominic
Ravillac
Warfe
Fragmentary 19th Century Epistle Reflects Bishops Healthful Spirit
The text presents a damaged epistle urging propriety and duty within church services. It condemns intemperance and corruption while praising a healthy spirit guided by bishops and grace. Strong entities and dates are unclear due to OCR errors.
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Miferis
Mr. Wilkes
Himelf
Humphry
General Evening Post
James Bowe
Arthawray
William M* Eces
Robert Life
Turlington
LI Wray
RT Turling
Mary § Ton
iLife
Martha Wray
Mary
B. Tauclingtos
Tuplington
F. Newbery
Sun
John Newbery
St. Pat's
Bailey Perfomer
Cockpur-frééts
Kina
Ana
A. Rothwell
Forvenor
Angel Ang Crown
Helb
London
Hoffee-house
Eudgates
Paice
Radinghouse
Leadenhall-street
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