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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Feb 15, 1787
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR note from a House of Lords record mentions names Kele and Taylor Prosecd ida Mi QW with unclear relation and timing.
The Commons debate unfolds over the merit of the election contest and related motions. Members including Mr Fox Mr Dundas Mr Wilberforce and Mr Pitt argue for and against the treaty with France and the impact on trade, morals, and national interests as adjournment and committee decisions shape the day.
The session notes motions by the Counsellor of the Exchequer to deduct 29,000 from arrears for clothing and arming the militia for the year ending March 25 1783. A large debt shows 2,052,766 108. 10d owed at Lady Day, with annuities at 8 and 7 percent. The debate covers tax revenue, tobacco imports, bonded duties, and potential changes to keep the budget balanced amid rising costs and proposed borrowings.
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