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Newspaper
General Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Oct 29, 1771
Page
4
A letter notes a Protes tian defender uses method of denial to refute the Layman and argues that denying the Doctor’s claims does not prove truth. It questions obedience to spiritual authority and cites scriptural guidance, church governance, and the need for clear justification of beliefs. No Jesuit.
A correspondent defends Potter Powell against repeal efforts, arguing his Commencement Sermon reveals a mind unsettled by vestigial subscription requirements. The writer criticizes casual legal refinements, extols plain truth, and urges repeal of the 39 articles while praising Powell’s sincerity despite disagreement.
Citizens of Iffington present compliments to the managers of the causeway and request the erection of lamps from the end of St Johns street to the new City road as a special indulgence for public lighting.
Distant commentary covers Lord Apsley and Sir William De Grey, Irish division results, bail responsibilities for fugitives, and critiques of justice. Also mentions the East India Company, Maryland, a new Royal order in Spain, Ostend and Vienna dispatches, Lord Mayor’s Day plans, Covent Garden Theatre profits, a large legacy loan to tradesmen, and Epsom race results Whirlwind mare wins after heavy odds.
A violent storm drenched the area with heavy rain driving floods from hills into Kendal and surrounding parishes. Crops in Bishoprick and Mulgrave suffered. bridges shifted, a salmon appeared in the street, and a fire engine spectacle drew crowds at Poldice mine. A man named Jane died after a riding accident in the workshop, while a gambler faces transportation and Wilkie the German awaits execution. Also notices on copies of Ben Franklin and Cambridge fellows rules plus local marriages in Newcastle and Warewickcourt.
A London advert promotes Pyrmont Tablets as a cure for the Pi Les disorder and worm infections, claiming gentle, safe use even for delicate women and children. It asserts claimed benefits as an alterative and cites sales through Rownley at Ludgate Hill, Bayley in Cockspur Street, and Egan near Oxford Chapel with doses priced per doge.
The notice lists theatre offerings in Covent Garden and Madrid schedule with actors and plays, followed by a jumble of 18th century stock prices, bonds and bank annuities. It includes mentions of The Merchant of Venice and Love A la Made, plus various exchange rates and financial figures.
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