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Newspaper
General Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Oct 08, 1771
Page
2
PHILALETHES writes a caustic critique of a fallen minister and court factions. He laments the abrupt political shift and the removal of trusted aides, blaming bold rivals and the Duke of Grafton for triggering royal changes and disillusionment. The letter defends steadfast service while denouncing venal ambition.
The text recounts extracts from the JOURNAL of VOYAGE round the WORLD aboard Endeavour in 1753 to 1771. It describes first contact with New Zealand inhabitants, accounts of cannibalism, and encounters with armed natives. The excerpt emphasizes astonishment at practices, with vivid details of meals, ports, and defenses.
In the reign of Charles the Second Lauderdale seeks admittance to the King. Rochester denies access and a note about the King’s illness sparks inquiry. Lauderdale persists daily until introduced to the presence chamber. The King questions Rochester about denying access and Lauderdale’s repeated visits.
Late Mr Gibson faced provocation from a rival actor in a green room scene. When assault followed, Gibson restrained himself with calm dignity, drew only to defend, knocked his attacker down, and ended the confrontation with notable composure before noble witnesses including the Duke of Argyle and Lord Chesterfield.
A fragment reports on political tensions as Be Gentleman questions leadership and warns of possible actions. The brief notes potential repeats of remarks and calls for attention to evolving matters without detailing specific events or dates.
A concise arts column review presented by a group independent of management. It outlines critical perspectives and comments on recent stage offerings, signaling a periodical critique from a society of readers and theater enthusiasts.
A detailed 18th century critique of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice. The author discusses sources from Pecorone and Johnson, notes the dual plot and its unities, praises Shylock and Portia, and evaluates the play’s structure, characters, and dramatic effectiveness despite irregularities. The piece surveys the representation, moral questions, and the play’s stagecraft.
A late theater notice reviews a performance of The Merchant of Venice with praise for Macklin as Shylock and Redditch as Antonio, while critiquing some staging mistakes and the overall direction. Commentators commend Miss Rogers as Jessica and Miss Abington as Portia, noting Miss Leontora’s improving countenance and the company’s general delivery.
The article reviews Colley Cibber's Provoked Husband drawing on Vanbrugh's unfinished work. It notes critical bias against Cibber, his defense, and how the piece blends comic and serious parts with regular plotting, while unities are not strictly observed.
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