Letter from an 18th century reader on American independence
The writer condemns Congress efforts to loosen ties with Great Britain, denouncing self seeking leaders, rebel sympathizers, and strategic confiscations. He accuses opponents of hypocrisy and urges loyalty, arguing only forceful suppression can preserve Britain’s supremacy and resist American independence.
Public Letter on Revelations and Moral System
A correspondent writes to Jenyans praising his public sentiments on the internal evidence of Christian revelation. The author argues the New Testament provides a superior, universal system of religion and ethics, grounded in reason and divine origin, and defends private friendship and love of country as virtuous, essential qualities compatible with civil society.
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Earth
Johns
Jerusalest
Shaftesbury
Ente
Chris
Phig
Frangt
Goll
A Private Country Gentleman Responds on Christian Virtues and State
A private correspondent argues for a balanced view of Christian virtues within society, defending civil government and practical duties while maintaining devotion. He contends religion should not deny engagement with world affairs, urges patience and justice, and questions critics who dismiss virtues as fictional.
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Christian Pariedee
Robertous Aabour
Babaeh
God Hall
Martha
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Miitake
Chrisia
Melaweftl
Tribunal of Christ
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Letters expose Dr James's Powder forgery plot
A letter from George Walford to Mr Newbery reveals a scheme to pass counterfeit Dr James's Powder accompanied by emetic tartar and forged labels. The author urges public notice and warns merchants and captains as West Indies trade looms. he offers the parcel for inspection to deter further fraud.
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Newbery
St. ~Bach’s Church-Yard
London
Red Lion
Guildford
Dr. James
Dctor
James
West-Indies
Portmouth
George Walford
Jeter
Newbery’s shop advertised anti West Indies medicine claims
Fragmentary notice asserts that only Francis Newbery jun and Robert Haxgouse Jura supplied a medicine, prepared under Dr James’s face, with others denied any involvement. The text references locations in St Paul’s Churchyard and addresses in Franks Went, Paylis Churchard, and Spens Street, giving the impression of an early 18th century product claim.
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Francis Newbery
Robert
Jura
Oxfords
James
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