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South Sea Directors Backed as Stock Dips After Transfers Opened
In a heated session of the South Sea Company meeting, Hungerford and Craggs backed by Duke of Portland approved directors motions to return thanks and set dividends, while critics voiced distrust. Public discontent rose as stock fell to 690 with subsequent 550 shares, prompting transfer books to be opened next Monday.
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