Taxation and representation across the British empire
The writer argues Parliament may tax colonies to defend their future, noting infant settlements require protective aid from Britain. He insists colonies remain part of the empire and must share burdens until they stand on their own. representation should evolve, and the general right to tax without consent would violate natural law. He urges reform of parliamentary representation and stresses unity for defence and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
North America
American
Lory Norru
America
England
Boston
Bofton
Questions on our American colonies address to Lord North
A London Evening Post inquiry asks Lord North if American colonies have proven loyal and peaceful for over a century and deserve English rights. It questions tax policy, representation, and the risks of weakening colonial bonds for the sake of imperial power. It warns of possible colonial unity against taxation.
Tarbe Editor Receives Abroad Intelligence
A London Evening Pos correspondent relays overseas intelligence to the editor, noting a risk opportunity and promising further details after confirming the source and context.
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Tarbe
The
London Evening Pos
Faving
Prest Pople da Te conti nent astonished by minister power
A fragmentary note from March 26 reports widespread astonishment at the minister’s prevailing powers and a rumored peerage in Scotland for the P-r him/eiF. It claims support from his ship and notes old friends have abandoned him, with sixteen peers to fill vacancies and two pensions promised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Trial of Earl of Sandwich in King’s Bench 1773
Court proceedings record the July 8 1773 trial in the King’s Bench before Lord Mansfield and a special jury, with plaintiff the Right Honorable John Earl of Sandwich and defendant J Miller. Published by G Kransry and others at multiple London locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John, Earl of Sandwich
J. Miller
William
Lord Mansfield
King’s Bench
G. Kransry
Fleet-freet
Hardhaton
Hokey Piccadilly
Jf. Bew
W. Domvius
Royal Exchange
Translations on Political Considerations in South Carolina
Published this day price 25. An ANSWER to CONSIDERATIONS on Certain Political Transations of the Province. Printed for J. Almon opposite Burlington-Hawke Piccadilly and sold also by Meff Brotherton and Sewell opposite the Royal Exchange Cornhill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
J. Almon
Burlington-Hawke
Piccadilly
Meff, Brotherton and Sewell
Royal Exchange
Cornhill
Spaniards alleged to seize Toracola in west Indies debate
Report over the last days claims Spain took an island near Porto Rico from Britain. Sir Ralph Payne and Admiral Parry sent a mission, Spanish governor protested, and further action was postponed awaiting instructions. Parliament contemplates summer session, trade concerns rise with customs revenue shortfalls, and a controversial Gage arrest claim surfaces amid East India stock ballot results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Indies
Toracola
Crabb Island
Porto Rico
Ralph Payne
Admiral Parry
Crown of
Spain
Parry
Fortescue
Lord Ancram
Madrid
Luttrell
House of Commons
Cadiz
James Webster, Esq
Regiment of Foot
Earl Cornwallis
East India Stock
Leadenhall-freet
Court of Directors
General Gage
Robert Rogers
Michilimackinac
North America
Montreal
Gage
East India-House
Ben. Booth
Geo. Freeman
Wm. James
John Stables
Edward Wheeler J. Woodhouse
Elgise
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the London
Evening Pott
Mr Miller
Portssmouth
Cpm. Miller
Dr. Gouys Minn
Postscript
London
Sandwich
Buckinghamshire
Europe
TeBtone
Montiel
Sam
Peach Thos
Bates
John Steam
Smith Geos Tatem
G. Thonson
Devaynes
Richard Becher
Peter Lascettes
Jn. Harrison
Elgrs
John Mitchie
James Moffae
John Partioe
Efges
Frederick Pigou
Nath. Smith
John Roberts Gee
Wombwell
Bank of England
James Sperling
Samuel Beachcroft
Eiq
Daniel Booth
Wa. Halhed
Wm. Beawden
Eig
George Hayter
Sam. Bosanquet
B. Hopkins
Thos. Plumer
Peter Gaulen
Wm. Snell
Dan. Giles
Tho. Thomas
Battersea
Isis
Ifington
Deal
Wind
N. E
Camden
Richardson
Maryland
Nelly
Blythe
Naples
Lampfog
Cowper
New-York
John
Carty
Quebec
Swift
Lante
Betsey
Ditca
Ditto
Dita
Ditto India
India
Prem. Navy
Eiger
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