London News on Lord Mayor Election Riot
The text reports concern among the Liverymen over an alleged attempt to endanger the life of a candidate returning from the polls. They urge the Lord Mayor to issue measures to maintain peace and ensure safe voting and return, signed October 2, 1771, by Jonny Paterson as chairman at the King’s Arms in Cornhill. Small references to His Majesty recovering from a cold.
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Remarked insult to Alderman Nash at Guildhall after polling
Alderman Nash informs Mr Alderman Wilkes Frederick Bull and the Sheriffs of London that he was grossly insulted in Guildhall upon his return from the poll, endangering his life. He requests steps to preserve peace and his safety, noting a likely repetition. New Court Swithin Lane Tiny Way October 2.
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Mr Bull warns Nath of planned fate by Wilkes party
Mr Bull writes to Mr Nath that he and Mr Wilkes intend tomorrow to share the same fate as Nath and to escort him home if needed. He hopes Nath remains calm and that no insult from him will occur, noting crowds pressing and a chariot appearance. Lead: Luli flect C over 2
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Wararye Geldiclter and City Mayoralities in 18th Century News
Reports from the City include the Lord Mayor dining invitation at the Mansion House after a joiners company procession to Guildhall and aldermanic swearing. Additional items cover naval war fears, arrests for theft, a drowning case in Beauvais, a monumental sculpture critique, and various births marriages and deaths with local notable names and places.
Fragmentary notice of meeting by order of directors
A damaged OCR fragment notes a Monday session in the Fae group with an afternoon time on Anss and October 1. By order of the Directors THO. DEESLE, Secretary. The readable portion indicates official action but lacks complete details.
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