Historical Register in London, Middlesex

Debate on Seven Millions and the South Sea scandal unfolds

In the House, motions shift between a lump sum levy and a large seven million figure, with Walpole and Hungerford backing a broad amount while Fekyll and others resist. The discussion centers on the preamble accusing Als­talie of breach of trust and corruption involving the late South Sea Directors, and debate over soften­ing harsh epithets to spare his family's reputation.