Pacificus letter on colonial unrest and theatre remarks
A Pacificus letter from December 23 discusses colonial opposition to British measures, predicting consequences if conciliation fails, and shifts to a critique of theatre management and careers highlighting Quin, Cibber, Mrs Oldfield, and actor Mr Clinch at Covent Garden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quin
Cibber
Mrs. Oldfield
Clinch
Coventgarden
Drury-lane
Alexander
Covent-gardes
Printer of the London Evening Pot appears in letter
A fragmentary note from St Albans dated December 28 mentions the Printer of the London Evening Pot in a brief correspondence, offering little context beyond the attribution.
Proposal to reform Sheriff nominations by estate requirements
A letter argues that current sheriff nominations force unsuitable gentlemen into costly office. It urges a law requiring an annual estate value of 500 pounds to qualify, with exemptions for those lacking such wealth. The writer, signing as a friend to equity, calls for legislative justice to prevent undue influence and burden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
Equity
To the Printer of the London Evening Pot
A reader criticizes the manager, noting a generally allowed dearth of theatrical merit and offering remarks through the paper on a managerial error and its possible contribution.
Chestor and He Gentlemen Freeholders of Cheshire County
The text appears as a damaged OCR fragment urging restraint in engaging voices and insertions by the gentlemen freeholders of Cheshire County. It preserves formal tone and titles while lacking clear event details or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leicester
Taving
Tian Mantheman
Cheshire
Falconar Announces Spring Lectures on Anatomy and Surgery
On Friday the nth of January at twelve o'clock Mr. Falconar will begin a spring course of lectures on anatomy physiology and the practice of surgery at his theatre 27 Craven Street Strand Proposals may be had.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falconar
Craven-street
the Strand
New Year Critique of State and Arts in Open Liberty
A sharp postscript targets British and American society with satire on ministries corruption press freedom and public seam from royal academies to common diversions. The piece lampoons venality insincerity and fading virtue as the year begins with weary reflections on state and culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pontiies
ARTS
Fortune
Lottery
Fate
Royal Academy
Somerset House
Covent-garden
Lord Ne s Soliloquy Boltonians Port Threats
Fragmentary lines speak of Lord Ne s fear of Boltonians and losing control of his port. The text reveals confusion over the Braemasee dispute and a looming consequence if action is taken.
Cabinet Dilemma Over Tax Fight With Americans
The minister weighs two courses to force obedience or yield on taxation. He foresees home opposition, a possible civil war, and a bankrupt Exchequer if war erupts. Cabinet unity, trade disruption, and personal loss loom as risks while contemplating surrender or continued pressure. He cites Scylla and Charybdis and asks for guidance from a powerful voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hesno
Erit
Mibi
Magnus Apollas
War news from Holland to Vienna and England
Mail from Holland reports warfare and various dispatches from across Europe. Details include 70,000 veteran troops in the two Pruffias, Berlin’s ultimatum to Dantz'ck, ships frozen in a coast road, a deadly fire in Moravia, and health woes of the Duke of Ostre Gohia alongside harsh winter conditions and local crimes in Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dantz’ck
Berlin
Coprabagia
Vienna
Koff
Podilia
Ostre Gohia
Elbe
Elvangen
Germany
Joseph Gaiiier
Klcesterlein
Coire
Petition from the American Congress to the King Presented
London reports that the American Congress petition has been laid before Parliament. Critics say ministers fear vast resistance in America and MPs must consider taxation rights and representation. The correspondent argues taxation without representation is unconstitutional and threatens liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Congress
Lord Dartmouth
America
Great Britain
Annual Register 1774 View of Eistery Politicks and Literacuse
The Annual Register for 1774 is being prepared for publication and will be available publicly soon. Dodiley in Pall Mall will supply complete sets or any of the separated volumes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eustime
Pail Mall
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Symonds Inn
Chancery-lane
Postscript
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