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London Evening Post in London, Middlesex

21 Aug 1777

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London Evening Post

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London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Aug 21, 1777

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Privateer chase tops Halifax news from August 1777

London reports a fogbound fleet encountering a Hancock and Fox near Halifax. Sir George Collier commands Rainbow and Flora to intercept the American privateer, with the Fox captured after a brief running fight. Details note Howe’s attempts on Washington and rising New York prices amid war gossip and port news.

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Letter to Lords on American liberty resistance

The writer urges the Lords to abandon obstinate measures against American colonists. He argues they cannot subdue the Americans, questions the nation's pride, and warns that perseverance without hope of success weakens the country. The tone is critical and pleading for a change in policy.

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English Petition Warns Against Destructive War Measures

A letter criticizes government leaders for continuing policy harming commerce and liberty. It accuses them of inciting ruin through measures that divide English and American interests and demands accountability and ultimate punishment for their actions. The writer, W. T., urges unity and reversal to avert national ruin.

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