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Controversy Over Governor Burnet Salary in Massachusetts
In Sept 1729 the Massachusetts House debates Governor Burnet’s salary and royal instructions. The letter from London warns Parliament could be asked to fund £1001 per year for Burnet, highlighting concerns over a governor’s control of liberties and the need for precise particulars to justify such pay.
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House of Representatives
Great Britain
Massachusets Bay
New- England
William Burnet
House of Commons
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Wilks, Fon
Belcher