Remarks on the Navy Office Advertisement in The London Evening Pot
A critical notice ridicules a Navy Office advertisement from February 3 alleging a Plymouth dockyard incendiary incident. The writer mocks the tale of a wall climb, a gunpowder bottle, and a rope ladder, calling the plot improbable and lampooning Jemmy Twitcher, Palliser, and Sir Hugh’s Pier with sharp political sarcasm.
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London
Navy Office
Navy
Plymouth
Jemmy Tiwitcher
Jemmy
Thames
Jemmy Twitcher
Ensign Richardson
Sir Huzh
A Welsh Letter Backs Tory Mindset Over Colonial Policy
An London Evening Post address to the Gentlemen and Freeholders of Wales argues for minimal ceremony in Parliament's authority over colonies. The writer criticizes Welsh loyalty to the minister and defends John Probert as the ideal Prince of Wales, suggesting opposition if he is rejected.
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Treasury
Creavia
Fob Probert
Bostor
Welchman
Crown
America
Sor
John Probert
Prince of Wales
Wales
Plex Probert
Foxe
Welch
Deeds and Titles Chide Sufferer for Punishment
A fragmented line accuses someone of deeds and titles and orders punishment and disgrace. The garbled note references Tikal and mankind, implying a public censure or moral rebuke without clear context or identities.
Duty to Sir Hveez and the Vice of the Blue
A historical verse laments Sir Hugh for failing at night and blames him as Vice of the Blue. It recounts accusations about log book tearing, calling Captain Hood, and Kepper's blood, noting a naval failure and a farewell urging him to resign the vice.
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Captain Hood
Kepper
Sir Hugh
Fragmentary 1779 verse on treachery and Keppel
A dated 1779 verse laments conspiracies and treachery against Montague and Keppel. It accuses an infernal band using poison and declares malice united by Stuart plotting. The piece targets Rab mankind and calls out public disgrace and loyalty in a turbulent era.
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London Evening Post
Lee Boor
Montague
Keppel
Stuart Tage
Twitcher
Duel Causes Duke and Gentleman to Arm in Debate
Extract from Selden's Stable Talk on page 52 argues a duke must fight a gentleman if insulted, since dignity grants no shield from injury. It cites the prince and high officials, noting a duty to vindicate rights via arms if unequal power prevents lawful command.
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Selden
Court Martial Call For Admiral Keppel Over French Fleet
The article argues Admiral Keppel refused orders and allowed the French fleet to escape. It urges Admirals and Captains who witnessed the disobedience to demand a Court Martial to uphold the honour of the British navy and serve King and Country. The writer insists Keppel should be tried for his actions.
Trans Muns from Holland and Flanders Reported
Letters from the Cape of Good Hope say English and French forces in India prepare for all events. The French fleet under Grasse with ships, frigates near Portugal. other forces ride toward America. D'Estaing reportedly besieging Kingston Jamaica, while Jamaica claims ability to retreat. Corsairs at Dunkirk ordered to seize Dutch ships for England.
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Holland
Flanders
Amsterdam
Cape of Good
Hope
India
Mautisius
Pais
Brest
de Grasse
Portugal
St. Dominzgo
Martinico
d’Abert
Gibraltar
America
Toulon
Paris
D’estaing
Kington
Jamaica
St. Dominga
France
Spain
Utrecht
Dunkirk
Admiral Keppel acquitted sparks political uproar at court
The cabinet hails the acquittal as prudent while critics call it foolish and malicious. Calls rise for parliament to probe charges against the Board and protect a brave public figure. Rumors say Keppel travels from Portsmouth to London amid cheers as officers laugh at Georgia gains and doubt reunion with America.
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Admiral Keppel
Richard Jil
Portsmouth
London
Tars
Lord Sandwich
America
Georgia
Enga
Lord North Budget Dilemma and Public Illumination Feat
Lord North faces a fresh budget clash after his initial proposal failed to win support. He offers 3 percent stock at 58, but backers press for 4 percent. A Thursday meeting between Lord North and opposing parties ends abruptly amid dissatisfaction. Across London, lamplighters illuminate notable residences and venues including Drury Lane Theatre and Sir George Savile’s Leicester Fields.
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Lord North
Reave
Lord Germaine
Admiralty
Drury-lane Theatre
Watkin Williams Wynn
St. James’square
Mr. Bellas
Doctors Commons
Portmouth
Downs
Glasgow
Earl of Talbot
Advertisers Urged to Use London Correspondent
The notice requests residents wishing to place advertisements to send them via a London correspondent who will pay in advance rather than using the local printer by post. The appeal stresses prompt payment and reliable transmission through the London channel.
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London
A Candid and Impartial Narrative of the Fleet
A day by day British fleet narrative recounts Howe's squadron operations from arrival on the American coast to depart for England. An officer aboard the fleet offers observations on the Second Edition revised and illustrated with the situation at sea. Printed in London at Burlington House and also by Bew in Paternoster Row.
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Augustus Keppel
Blue
Portsmouth
Wathin Syddy HH
Lord Howe
America
England
J. Alavon
Burlington House
Piccadilly
J. Bew
Paterrofierrow
Newman Opens Three Lions Inn in Sarum Revival
William Newman announces the re opening of the Three Lions Inn at Fairton in Sarum with restored premises and elegant furnishings. He plans to begin operations on the 22nd of February, offering full accommodations and inviting public patronage with grateful service.
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Sarum
William Newman
Maidenhead
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