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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 08, 1786
Page
4
An aged verse fragment from a 19th century publication recalls the return of a native land’s son. Rhapsodic lines describe arms raised in salute, a soldier’s bow, and a final vow to greet homeland once more as distant fronts may fade.
The Lords Commissioners summoned peers to attend as the Lords considered the Sinking Food bill and two additional measures. Members Gilbert and several others proposed amendments, prompting the House to adjourn after a period of waiting.
The House and Lords discussed amendments and orders regarding royal duties and a writ replacing Peter Joanikane as MP for Renog Clerk. Lords sent messages on three amendments and bills. the Speaker issued warrants for writs. proceedings adjourned after addressing clerical witnesses.
Historic listing describes a freehold estate in Bridport with a principal house, outbuildings, garden and orchard on about acres. Located one mile from the town, near the port road, with a good road and sea view. includes a fireproof-like house and separate buildings. Viewing arranged via Mrs A He wr, Bridport owner.
A fragmented notice from the United Company court at Leadenhall schedules a sale of property or goods on Tuesday July 28 at morning until evening, to settle a matter connected with Gamnieel Smith in the wig of Gamnieel Smith.
Reports from the House of Lords describe the prorogation after a brief royal address. The king praised Parliament's conduct, noted finances, and signaled forthcoming measures on treaties with Austria and other powers, with discussion of Dutch and Irish unrest and shipping news.
Racing notes from Newmarket July 1596 list stakes and entries for four to six year olds in a program of stalls and heats. Entrants include Ballo Trusty Parlington Teddy and others with owners like Vernons Clark Pratts and Panton. The report records purses, entry conditions, and results for multiple races at the meeting.
Old Bailey reports show cattle prices tumbling as traders struggle with demand while pork prices hold. sympathy for sellers grows as sales stall in Smithfield. In Woodford Essex Edward Wilkinson of Leeds wed Ann Pearte, and at Bishopgate Road Keeton Long tied to Abi Near. Mr John Parker, jeweller, dies suddenly near St Paul’s churchyard.
The ticket system sold at Hazane and Co in London division and shares priced sixpence. Major prizes include twenty thousand and ten thousand pound awards with draws set July and prize payments from June 1787. The office handles stamped shares, government securities, and full service letters and schemes.
A midday prices list shows bank stocks at 146 3-5, 3 1/2 percent bonds noted with terms like 4 per cent Confal and 5 per cent loans. Also listed are Navy Lottery tickets, India stock, annuities, scrip, and exchange bills with varied quotings and fractions.
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