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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Aug 05, 1786
Page
1
A letter argues for a Corinthian statue honoring Mr H and proposes funding through a broad subscription. It discusses site choices near an Obelisk, design details, and aims to unite national pride with philanthropic support, urging September deadlines for contributions.
A letter argues statues should honor eminent public service and cultural achievements, not merely heroic wars. It praises Mr Howard for philanthropic motives and condemns critics who oppose erecting a statue in his lifetime, noting his global influence in arts, charity, and humane efforts.
Fragmentary OCR mentions rivvone value and renova related terms with unclear context. The brief appears to reference a price or trade note and decorative phrases. No identifiable people or organizations are clearly readable from the fragment.
Fragmented OCR shows names and places tied to trades in London and surrounding towns. Entries mention certs, clerks, and affiliations with lists of individuals including George Sydery Tees, Richard Walford, and William Townend, with dates noted around August and September.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions times and the London Bridge context with phrases like minutes after TP afternoon and morning. The readable items indicate a timekeeping or schedule reference, but specifics are unclear.
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