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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Aug 30, 1777
Page
1
A London writer laments the nation’s perilous state and calls out public lethargy and misled leaders. He warns of grave danger and seeks a remedy, blaming the Americans and the three-pence tea duty for ongoing discord and national decline.
The letter advocates reconciliation with the American colonies to prevent ruinous conflict. It argues a peaceful, just administration can sustain loyalty, praising patience, virtue, and moderation while warning that tyranny and unconstitutional measures threaten the bond of empire.
From the London Gazette dated August 30 imperial notices appoint John Dalling as Captain-General and Governor in Chief of Jamaica and Edward Smith as Governor of Fort Charles Port Royal. William Digby named Dean of Durham. John Bod dington appointed Secretary to the Board of Ordnance. Plus Petersourg and court movements noted.
London reports ministers asked the Court of France to surrender three Jamaica ships recently captured in the Channel by an American privateer and sent to France. One ship belonged to Mr Long of London. A correspondent notes the North American army establishment totals 52,000 men, yet none are in active service. Saturday’s promotions elevated officers up to Lord Cornwallis, with numerous colonels and majors advanced. Howe urged a force likely to match Washington next year, and a demand for 39,000 additional troops was noted.
A mid 18th century dispatch notes Czarina pledging 30 000 troops to Hanover if Europe erupts before American disturbances subside. Reports allege Prussian alliance against England and 16 000 pounds yearly for literature. Privateering actions include the American Liberty and the Flora schooner. Captains report engagements with a Dutch privateer and sightings near Torbay. Transports, officers, and cadets prepare at Cork and London for naval movements. Social notices record marriages and deaths in London and surrounding parishes.
The piece extols Cinnamon Drops as a sovereign cure for stomach and bowel disorders, shortness of breath, pains, coughs, and various ailments. It credits Dr Hamilton and thanks supporters, noting sales details at No 42 Fleet Street and Mr Southern’s shop, with bottles priced 35 6d and full directions provided.
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