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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Dec 04, 1788
Page
3
National Affairs for November 1725 discusses Britain's political crisis as the king's illness provokes talk of a regency. It weighs single versus plural regencies, likely nominees, and the risks of divided authority, stressing loyalty, prudence, and preservation of imperial interests. The Prince of Wales appears as a leading candidate in argument.
Debates over appointing a regent for the crown consider the Prince of Wales as potential regent but warn against youthful governance. Arguments stress that even a strong claim must be weighed against dangers of imprudent control of executive power and the need for mature judgment. The discussion reflects legal limits, past royal conduct, and the will of the nation in succession.
Notice from the Navy Office dated November 24 1788 states that on Wednesday the 10th of December ministers will treat for shipping to carry provisions from the River Thames and Cork to several lands in the West Indies. No vessel will be received after twelve unless the party or the fine person attends.
On December 3 1788 navy officials announce bids to supply white pine masts yards and bowprits for His Majestys yards in England Antigua Jamaica Halifax and Quebec at fixed prices. Tenders close at ten oclock tomorrow and the treaty will begin once arrangements are completed. Details are in the lobby.
In a December 1738 letter from Woatling Street Weymouth William Browne declares his candidacy to replace Melcombe Regis and Jack Jackson as representative. He notes birth among the voters, broad support, and a pledge to attend to public welfare if elected.
December 3 Postscript from KEW PALACE noting a restless night but no greater confusion. A Whitehall council convened with Cabinet, Privy Counsellors, and others to review the king’s health, progress, and recovery prospects. Doctors reported on mental state and outlook amid ongoing illness. Lord Stormont offered observations during the examination and a minute was recorded.
An evening gathering of Commons opponents convened at the Cockpit to hear plans for adjourning and the inquiry into the King's health. Ministers' allies, including the Chancellor and Speaker, outlined steps to refer examinations to a Committee of Enquiry and reschedule a Monday adjournment amid reports on royal illness and cabinet resignations.
Essence of American Spruce is offered at Ellison's Mineral Water Warehouses in Pall Mall and St Albans Street, with further supply in Whitechapel near the Red Lion. The article notes exclusive sale through Mesfrs Taylor and Co of Quebec and Mr Lilliton in London, with export terms to merchants. Water is now arriving via Indus try routes including Capt Walkinthaw and others, available at the noted warehouses.
The text lists various financial items including bank stock percentages and bonds. It mentions figures such as 190 g percent, 730737 Bieta Confol, 1726 percens, and South Sea Stock Old Ann. gat Wew Ditto per Cent.0755, with references to annuities and bonds and a time note at twelve o'clock.
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