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Fragmented 18th Century Parliamentary Proceedings Fragment
The text records a sequence of 18th century parliamentary motions and amendments. It notes consideration of electing arrangements for Henry Strode and Mr Day with instructions to the committee on election freedom. It then recounts royal amendments to mutiny and desertion acts, ongoing measures to secure parliamentary election freedoms, and finance motions on duties and imports. The passage closes with petitions from Worcester and Kent inhabitants seeking relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Strode
Somersetshire
Day
Mantel
Richard Lane
Commons
House of Commons
Presteney