Shopkeeper Credit Bill Favours Merchants in London
Mercator urges readers to support a Parliament bill allowing a grader to hold interest on book debts after twelve months. He argues unlimited retail credit harms shopkeepers who must collect debts on time to preserve reputation and profits. He warns bankruptcy for debtors and rejects fears of monopoly among retailers and farmers.
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Berkeley seeks Gloucester county election support in 1780
G Berkeley writes to Gentlemen Clergy and Freeholders of Gloucester County requesting attendance at a General Meeting to discuss representation in Parliament. He notes Dutton departed from declared wishes and appeals to the county’s general sense, dated December 18 1780, signing as a devoted countryman.
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British resolve to punish Dutch treachery after treaty violations
Amid mounting tensions, Britain denounces the States General of the United Provinces for neglecting treaties, aiding Dutch enemy forces, and harboring privateers. The Crown withdraws ambassador, prepares reprisals, and seeks measures against Amsterdam while aiming to restore union with the Dutch by obtaining satisfaction and future security.
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