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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Feb 25, 1775
Page
4
An inflammatory 1774 letter denounces British governance as tyrannical and hypocritical toward the American colonies. It condemns charter suspensions, riots, and punitive measures while accusing Parliament of planning slavery and domination, urging resistance and freedom for the colonies.
The text presents a vehement commentary attacking unwarranted sovereign power, urging reform and criticising Jacobite influence. It laments economic distress and calls for excluding royal advisers deemed disloyal, hoping Old England may see better days under wiser governance.
Printer previews a brief addition to a satirical poem about a famed trio. The verse mocks public figures with wordplay about poses and wood types, hinting at political scenes.REGULUS and THE FREE CITIZEN promised in upcoming issues.
Court of Directors of the East India Company announces a General Court at Leadenhall Street on Thursday April 14 from 9 am to 6 pm to elect six directors for four years. Voting rights depend on personal stock holdings in the company. Provisions grant two to four votes per person based on stock, with ownership must be in the voter’s own name.
The Post reports broad opposition to the Minister’s Plan for taxing the American Colonies. Critics say it aims to divide the colonies and extend Parliament’s control beyond the Tea Act, while deceiving England of its true aims. Petitioners warn the bill will harm fisheries and trade, risking famine, unrest, and a shift of revenue to corrupt ends. Additional items note military reorganizations, appointments, and local incidents including a fire in Southwark and a marriage in Crutched Friars.
The document argues that disquiet in America will persist unless lenient measures are adopted and grievances redressed. Petitioners urge that the aid bill not become law, published by authority of the committee with Thomas Lane as chairman.
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