Leeds North American Trade Letter Sparks Local Debate
A Leeds letter to merchants at the King’s Arms Tavern argues the North American trade disruption harms local manufacturers and workers. It cites rising poor rates in Dewsbury and warns that continued trade stoppage could worsen rents and poverty, with signatures from master manufacturers across the West Riding.
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London Evening Post
Leeds
King’s Arms Tavern
London
North America
Dewsbury
America
West Riding
County of
York
Samuel Elam
Notable Leeds Area Signatories and Associates List
A dense list of names including Batley Abram Stubbey Woodhouse Armley Richard Walker Samuel Walker Benj Chapman John Chadwick John Sims George Smith Walter Ross Joseph Ibbedson Atkinson Abraham Smith and many others tied to areas around Leeds like Woodhouse Armley Holbeck Hussle near Leeds and extensive signatory groups connected to local officials. The document notes the original certificate remains with the Printer of the London Evening Post for inspection by the Public.
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Thomas Wright
Edward Roberts
Neyne Samuel Taylor
London Evening Post
A True Friend to the Constitution
A letter to the Commons argues for strict separation of powers, opposing Lords interference in MP elections. It defends 40s freeholders voting rights, rejects birthright claims, and warns Parliament could erode people’s weight in government if Lords overstep. The author asserts constitutional balance and rightful independence of Commons.
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Westminster
Worcester
Commons
Great Britain
Knights of the Shire
House of Commons
Lords of Parliament
Lords
The Old Drury Jury Appeals For The Author
A satirical speech by Miss Younc mocks critics and the press as jurors in Old Drury style. It argues for mercy toward the author, defending freedom of satire and urging the audience to judge fairly, condemning censors and praising public equity.
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Great Tribunal of
Old Drury
Public Ledger
Goodman Pit
Argutted
Clarendon Press
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Mr. Pop
Sbas
Pice
Goldsmith
Mos
David Garrek
Edmund Birk
Derry
Douglas
Cumberland
Jothun Ryrolds
Woethan
Kearshr Vy
Lajeant’s Inn
Fleet-street
Fragmented verse excerpt on virtue and vice analysis
A damaged OCR verse passage discusses grim consequences of indulgence and flattery. It evokes images of passion, virtue, and ruin, warning that even strong bonds and kindness can collapse under sudden ruin and internal vice. The fragment centers on moral caution and the fragility of virtue.
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