Frederick the Great Aged King of Prussia in Berlin
A fragmented historical sketch recounts Frederick the Great of Prussia born 1712 and dying in Berlin. It details his marriages, wars, territorial gains, and pivotal battles including Silesia and Prague. The narrative covers court life, language choices, routines, and musical talents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick the Great
Berlin
Elizabeth Christina
Branswick Waltenburtie
Fredrick
Willem Anitua
Louita
Amelia
Brunswick
Wolfenbuttle
Frederick BV
Elizabeth Chittina Ulrica
Brunswick Wolfenbutte
Jey
Frederica Louda
Hesfe Daruittadt
Frederick III
Conde
Suchia
Niets
Brieg
Silesia
Ureslaw
Bohemia
Prague
Poland
Cael
Gtandentz
Austia
Dividen
Hungary
France
Sweden
Leipsic
Lowofelicz
Firna
Dresden
Schwiednitz
Manteuffel
Pomerania
Ancam
Demmin
Aganst Hui
Cuftrin
Hoch -Kirchen
Whabian
Hanburg
Russia
Petersberg
Obertherg
Frederick
Elizabeth
Branswick
Woulfenbuttle
Caarlittenburg
Fendentaal
Duke of York
Wilhelmina
Prince of Orange
Dreta
Elis
Memoir Teases a Wealthy Host's Dinner Guests
The passage recalls a salon host who serves late suppers, favors rare wines, and entertains a diverse circle including Voltaire and Lord Chesterfield. Conversation loosens after dessert as etiquette fades and a joke about safeguarding friends is shared, ending with a Voltaire quip about attending the king.
Dublin Navigation School Proposed by University Trustees
A report notes plans at Dublin University to establish a navigation school for seafaring youth. It outlines how a staged certification system would advance apprentices to mate and master levels, with exams by a board of eminent professors and commanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West India Islands
Dublin University
Survey
Sufs
Croydon
Michaelmas
Newsbgton
Walworth
Kennington
Vauxhall
Kingston
Joseph Mawbey
Dart
Willam James
Lambeth
Westminster Bridge
Circus
Stone’s End
Bermondsey Gates
Royal Oak
Vauxnall
Surrey New Trust
Blackfriars Bridge
Surrey New Roads
Lambeth Marth
Howard
Pethlem
Egbert Lambuine
Alt Indies
St. James’s
Egbert
Mourning and Memorial Amid Shattered Church Fragments
fragmentary 18th century prose recounts a troubled figure taken to Bethlem after a failed dream of power. It recalls the Bow Church monument to Dr Thomas Newton and a coronial inquiry into his life, with elegiac lines by Miss Carter and a Latin memorial note praising Newton’s pious tenure at St Paul’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delty
Privy Council
Bethlem
Hettl
Eanert
Bow Church
Newton
Bitty
Tor
Gamnenr
God
Buhopric
Brutul
Thomas Newton
Su. Paul’s
Beno
Bratel
Paul
Matt
Impromptu at Rohe Bate for the Dada Plays House
Fragmentary note references an improv occasion titled The Expostulation. The text alludes to a quarrel or request amid a playful setting with figures named Weland and Priests, suggesting a theatrical or satirical performance context with questioned funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dada
Ladies Plate heats report for four divisions
Sporting Intelligence lists the Ladies Plate races for various ages with weights. Heats cover three and four miles with entries including Mr Hutchinson's Pitchy and Mr Wethersil's Harlequin Junior plus Roscius. Final placements show weights 3 2 My and 3 2 3/3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Hutchinson
Mr. Wethersil
Br. H. Harlequin
My. Duwson
Horse Racing Plate Draws For All Ages And Classes
A report of a Thursday racing program featuring plates for all ages including four, five, six year olds and aged horses. Mentions entries such as Lord Surrey, Jackdog, Vapour, and River, with references to stewards and Jockey Club stance on payments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mre Sietl
M. Caroneee
Surrey
B. H. Jackdog
Sinsehts
Earry
River
Lade
Highflyer
Gyrs
Jockey Club
Winter Theatres at Covent Garden Season Preview
The article outlines plans for Covent Garden Theatre upcoming season featuring Drury Lane operatic tragedy Cumberland, Cobb’s pieces, Mrs Cowfen’s comedy, two Barces, and a pantomime. Covertt Garden Spearing Pantomime by Mr Andrews and a Musical Farce by Mrs Brooke to share stage time. An opera translated from Richard Coeur de Lion is planned. Mrs Inchbald may present a comedy expected to rival Pil Fell You What. The Queen of France noted for Chamoineres chapter after St Cyr education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
St. Cyr
Convent Anniversary Marks Madame Maintenon Era
A fragmented notice recalls the 109th anniversary of Madame Maintenon founding the school or convent. It mentions early entrants around August 1636 and notes education and ranks within the institution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Institution
Madame Maintenon
Larce
Deception in Theatrical Revisions Draw Crowds The Man
Review notes a long running comedy titled The Man with many edits and stage alterations. Palmer performs with strong support from Mauls barren and Chlorinda as critics praise the revised play and demand a continuation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Actos
Palmer
Dreland
Seho
Chlorinda
RK. Paliter
al. Gumnany
Mr. Pocmers
Fragmentary Chronicle Describes Royal Assault and Death
An incomplete record recounts a medieval assault on a monarch during a royal procession. The English archer killed the king as bloodshed erupted, while the Bohdian king reacted and wore a royal emblem in memory of the day, with heraldic crests later adopted by successors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wal
Uae
Waray
Tle
Englis
Prince of Wales
Diva of Dever’s Harmonic Triumphs in Concert
An article praises the Diva of Dever for superior vocal and harp artistry while noting rivals and a few standout performers. It highlights Mrs Brady and Lady May as notable talents and discusses influences, technique, and emerging contrasts among the amateur and professional singers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dever Fire
Mars
Brady
Mai Ar Padi
Tess Boy
J. Fo
Cap Ion
Summer Baa Tow at Southampton
The text notes visitors to the area including Mere Mungo and Tamasole and praises the Mount of the Ceremonies scene. Major Hayve’s Ball drew attention with Lady Georgina Buckler among many distinguished guests. Weymouth is highlighted for its police company and accommodations as fashionable society gathers at northern watering places.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southampton
Fides Vevand
Hayve
Georgina Buckler
Ee Weymouth
Ite
Neglel
Also Mentioned on This Page
Voltaire
Rigoretti
Manpirtnis
Lord Chesterfield
Shadrach
Abedarg
Miss Carter
Guild of Chryian Frath
Bea Solent Fiscal
Weland
Merry Land
Sporting Intelligence
York
Winter Theatres
Drury-lane
Atte
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