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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 17, 1787
Page
2
The piece analyzes a 19th century stage show with praise for a standout performer, noting an excellent voice and convincing delivery. It contrasts stylized acting with contemporary manners and recalls theatrical traditions while commending the cast and overall production.
Prices listed include rye 4 to 26s per bushel, barley 1s to 2d, male 32s to 345d, grey peas 20s to 28s, winter rye at Beak Key, boiled beans 38s to 4, dates 28s to 335, fine flour 335.0 34, rape seed per lait. The entry is a dense catalog of commodities and rates in old currency.
The notice lists various bank stocks and financial instruments with figures such as 713 qtls and 1778 17799 for different shares. It mentions old annuities, bonds, South Sea Stock, Navy Lottery Tickets, and exchange bills with several percentages and values. a general stock market summary in a historical ledger style.
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