Advice for rulers from a prime text echoing statecraft
A transcript from an Oxford connection presents a view on kingly duty emphasizing knowledge of law and governance. It argues rulers should study statecraft, surround themselves with capable, virtuous advisers, curb flattery, and ensure laws safeguard public welfare and religious integrity. It also urges prudent taxation, accountable spending, and wary foreign alliances to protect the commonwealth.
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University of Oxford
Request for detailed note on the Viceroy of Ireland
A reader inquires through the London Evening Post for a thorough account of the Viceroyalty in Ireland. He seeks details on prerogatives emoluments court household officers salaries and the timeline for the next appointment and potential successor.
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Kingdom of Ireland
Worthy Worcester electors thanked by Bates Rous in 1780
The letter from Thomas Bates Rous expresses deep gratitude to the Worcester voters for their support during his parliamentary solicitation. He promises to rely on their favor if a new Parliament dissolution occurs and pledges continued service. Harley Forest August 24 1780.
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Thomas Bates Rous
Harley Frrest
Walter Wilkins Advertises for Radnor County Seat
In a August 22 1780 notice from Marflough Walter Wilkins appeals to the Gentlemen Clergy and Freeholders of Radnor County. He explains locals had pledged votes before learning his parliamentary candidacy and pledges a firm attachment to constitutional principles if chosen. He seeks the honor of representing them in Parliament.
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County of
Radnor
Inding Oz
Walter Wilkins
Marflough
Handsome Hertfordshire House For Sale With 60 Acres
A handsome Hertfordshire property about six miles from London is to be sold with very complete offices and about 60 acres of ground in good condition. Furniture can be included or excluded by the purchaser. Security may be accepted. Enquiries through Mr Bingham, hoffer, in the Strand near Catherine Street.
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London
Mney
Bingham
Hoffer
Strand
Catherine-freer
End of Parliament Foretells Tory Downfall and Liberty Era
A man of trust from America via France relays notes on Charles Town’s capture, Congress strength, and paper money fix with French aid. He says Clinton’s detachments failed, militia frustration grew, and Ternay’s arrival bolsters independence plans. The piece urges swift political accountability, warning ministers that neglect invites popular retribution and historic transformation.
Provisions of independence guide provincial plans
The text notes that provinces are drafting government and reciprocal police, claiming independence as self framed. It reports officers from Saratoga being sent home by Congress, with others soon to follow. Dr Franklyn remains in Paris, healthy and influential with French ministers.
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England
Polit Office
Saratoga
Congress
Franklyn
Paris
Names list from ships and owners in colonial trade
A long roster of individuals and ships including Bafleterre Blair Betfey Richardson Admiral Keppel Britannia White Betfey Sally Manning Ceres Pink Cunningham Harvey Generous Friends Levers Hope Quince Loyal Briton Young Lucas Mary Apa Nixon Nelson Ys Mannidey Otley Banks Pallas ey Poins Ibbon St Kite s Plan Sally Hardy Deep Bay Lutle Bhington Tobago Planter Moran B Kennedy Betfey Peake Mermaid French Warners Martin Blizard Merrifield Ersemah Clark Antigua Phillippa Harbin Lee Owners Goodwill Carter Betsey Blackburn Susannah Hendersson Harriot Blackburn Speaker Murray Streaker Merriton Experiment Carey Lady Allen Blackburn Bar badoes Three Friends Chivers Generous
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Bafleterre
Blair
Betfey
Richardson
Admiral Keppel
Britannia
White
Sally
Manning
Ceres
Blackburn
Barbadoes
Chivers
Riots, elections and a giant Syrian grape in York
The report covers rioter trials and a parliamentary call for fair prosecutions, warnings to electors about judges and party manipulation, and praise for associational power. It notes a 111b 10oz Syrian grape gift to York's Lord Mayor from the Duke of Portland, and a murder charge against William Empson. It also mentions clergy resignations and a London marriage in St James's Piccadilly.
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Rolland
Olivers Exchange
Tyrrel
Tobin
Cruden
Nevis
Isaac
Bailey
Abigail
Sinclair
Torola
Molly
Maynard
Montferrat
Pymout
St. Kitt’s
Tom
England
America
Ireland
York
Duke of Portland
Welbeck
York Casle
William Empson
Howden
East Riding
John Ray
Cantly
Luddenden
Jonas Uley
Wood
Halifax
St. James’s
Piccadilly
John Baron Dickinson
Ware
Hertfordshire
Miss Dickinson
St. Margaret’s Hill
Mesirs WENHAM and Co Offer Lottery Tickets and Shares
Mesirs Wenham and Co inform the public they sell a wide variety of lottery tickets and government securities at No 11 Poultry opposite Grocer's alley. They claim no connection with others and note the lottery drawing begins Thursday November 16.
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Wenham and Co
Lowery
Grocer’s Alley
Greatett
N. B
Pearl Dentifrice advertised by Jacob Hemet the Dentist
Jacob Hemet a dentist to the Queen and Princess Amelia promotes his Essence of Pearl and Pearl Dentifrice as superior for teeth and gums. They claim to whiten enamel prevent decay freshen breath and cure scurvy with general mouth care. Sold wholesale by W Bayley and retail by J Price in London with a caution that Hemet bears no responsibility for others selling his products.
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Jacob Hemet
Amelia
London
Shipping News Item From Aug 30 Describes Arrivals and Departures
Deal shipping report notes the Exeter from Greenland with Phillips aboard arriving yesterday and sailing with the Scourge Expedition and Wells cutters along with the Favourite Betsey Howe for Charles Town. Also listed are Majesty's ships Dromedary Dunkirk Wigmord for Fluthing Providence George and Ad venture Platt for Oftend.
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Deal
Wind
Exeter
Phillips
Greenland
Expedition
Wells
Betsey
Howe
Charles Town
Majesty
Dromedary
Dunkirk
Wigmord
Providence
Prices of Stocks at Two O'Clock in Bank Listings
.Stock prices listed by bank stocks and annuities with varied percentages and terms. Figures show old and new annuities, bonds, government and naval assurances, and lottery tickets, including multiples like 15 8ths at 5 half, 61 s half, and 58 3 4ths.
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Tnoia
New Navy Assurance
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Carado
Krreemen
City of
Worcester
Postscript
Lon D'Or
France
Carolinas
Clinton
Washington
North Carolina
Monsieur Ternay
Great Britain
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