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South Sea Company Examinations in Lords Debates
Historic records describe Lords considerations and votes on the South Sea Company. The debate centers onTreasury power and precedents with Lord Harcourt's affirmative win by 63 to 28. A secret committee was proposed but deferred. Evidence from Sub Governor Deputy Governor and Directors led to findings of prevarication and breach of trust.
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