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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Aug 26, 1786
Page
2
A damaged OCR fragment shows a scene near a store with a train wave motif and mentions a court, a tide, and a modulation. The readable text hints at a Moon event or performance and a brewing dispute, but specifics are unclear.
An 18th century notice from the Navy Office lists a contract tender for a falcon and infant care at Penettoy. It specifies that the tender must be received by a set date and may be varied or adapted. readers are invited to submit proposals.
A formal notice proclaims the public record that the Authenry Prufian Mijesty died on the seventh day of feians. It asserts the monarch’s life has departed with assurance to the Public.
Vague notes describe Elizabeth and Wiss recovering, royal seats in Bucks, dining with Paris figures, and a Vienna treaty context. Reports mention Paris, Vienna, and private letters about ongoing war and potential shifts in alliance, with references to Allied and German actions and a looming decision.
The lettered and stock markets shift as Algerine peace terms loom and sugar duties rise. Reports from Madrid, New York, and Algiers shape speculation while cargoes, ships, and pirates travel routes mix with policy changes and royal commentary.
A pocket guide for young sportsmen covers shooting flying, powder and shot, and new observations for field sport. The edition adds an abstract of preserving game with sporting seasons and dog qualifications, priced 28. Printed for Scatchard and Wintaker at Ave Maria Lane.
Sporting intelligence from York races details multiple heats and wagers for mares and four mile distances. Notable horses include Lady Teazle, Celonbine Me, Fairy, Optimus, and Ravensworth with prominent owners and patrons listed. The piece notes betting odds five to four on the winner and descriptions of race conditions and stakes.
The report lists a horse event with six year olds and various heats won by Miss Trippet amid odds. It notes Mr Garforth's Fath defeating Lady Teazle in a four mile race for 20058. Lunardi plans to ride today. Also reports Mira performing two roles in a great house in Leeds last night.
The Hat Market hosts a performance this evening featuring Susmar Amusement and The Muoe. Local entertainment listings promote an event likely at a theater or venue in the city.
Prices of stocks this day show varied declines and gains across bank stock and government issues. The report lists bank shares at multiple fractions and percent rates, with notable entries including annuities, bonds, and the South Sea stock, reflecting a mixed trading day.
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