Remarks on the Dean of Gloucester’s Misrepresentations
A TRUE WHIG defends Dr Price against Gloucester’s dean in a polemic on the Declaratory Act and the Rockingham ministry. The writer argues Price was principled, Burke’s praise distinct from policy, and warns against misreading grievances as fixed to a single ministry. The piece previews further letters defending liberty and justice.
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The
London Evening Post
Gloucester
Dr. Price
Miller
Fracklin
Price
John Stephenson
Burke
Cragv
Desa
Rockingham
George the Second
Tain
Parochial Poor Aid Suggestions to Reduce Public Expense
A letter to the London Evening Polk editor argues for easing parochial relief costs by providing support for distressed laborers, aged infirm, and destitute orphans. It urges avoiding legal suits while not discouraging the industrious poor who are valuable to society.
Parish certificates and settlement rules for paupers
The text discusses parishes granting settlement certificates with JP approval, allowing moveable paupers to gain settlement after three years in a new parish. It notes parish books and oath proofs, with potential multiple parish relocations under the same terms. It questions parochial workhouses for destitute infants and contrasts with county workhouses.
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Iit
Atk
Justice of Peace
Ode to a Boat Race Choir Autographed by Fame
An ornate verse celebrates a London equestrian aquatic pageant and a painting match won by Twitcher the British Neptune. It features a barge scene with W and nymphs, a ceremonial chorus led by Sharp-chin, and a love-struck Jemmy, amid thunderous applause and coastal Hampton flowers.
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Twitch
Twitcher
Ife
Britannia
Sharp-chin
Tweedle Dee
Rourdeau
Jemmy
Gaz
Grievances of Crown Over Rioters Spark Speech in Exile
From the Continental Journal in Boston March 13 1777 a London Evening Port recounts a grand imperial speech railing at rioters and dissenters. The speaker laments insurgents align with traitors while vowing to restore Popery and arbitrary power, with notes on funds, worship, and a distant campaign from Manhattil.
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Continental Journal
Boston
Liturpur
Chapman
Lisiput
Caz
The Clubman’s Speech on Riot Resources and Restoration
A rambled speech recalls battles and riots, praising past victories and urging calm while warning of further bloodshed. It jokes about throwing money to quell unrest, settling scores, and restoring old constitutional order, from a Lower Parlour to an Upper and Lezser Parlour. The speaker urges peace, uses satirical invective, and vows to ensure order at home.
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Squire Bourbon
Tam
le Chevalier
Cameron
Lezser
Arrival from Flanders Threat of Rescue by British Force
Dispatches from Cherbourg report British captors took the Boston captain and his men to England after seizing the vessel. Fears arise they may return with a force to free imprisoned sailors who were captured while attempting to set fire to the ship and possibly retaliate against the town itself.
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Flanders
Paris
Cherburg
England
Prion
Privateers on the West Coast Stir British Towns
Letters from Edinburgh Ayr and Limerick report American privateers cruising the coast of Galloway and Learn. Townsmen in Ayr enrol to bear arms in defense as armed vessels evade Admiralty rules, while inquiries detail ships, prizes, and questions on Ireland’s fortifications and naval strength.
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Edinburgh
Galloway
Port Patrick
Donaghadre
Greenock
Roberys
Ayr
Fort Glasgow
Limerick
Ireland
Privateer incident sparks confusion in Perth letters
Extracts from a Perth correspondent describe a seized privateer crew chiefly French, questions written down, and the captor releasing the man after brandy and biscuits. Other items report Howe drawing troops into Jerseys, possible North River expedition, and various colonial appointments and local Court business.
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Mof
Fresland
Dublin
Perth
Ama , Bay
Genestral Howe
Jerseys
Canarg
France
Jamaica
New York
North River
Philadelphia
Lord Dunmore
Paris
Harcourt
Lee
America
Maxwell
Plymouth
Wood
Gth Regiment of Foot
Carleton
Kennedy
Canada
Guildhall
Bull
Wilkes
Kennett
Oliver
Hart
Peckham
Esdaile
Plomer
Wright
Haley
Newnham
Townshend
Clark
Richard Budworth
Charles Vere
Richard
Budworth
Deal
Martha
Gibraltar
Endia
Westmoreland
Winander Mere
English
Robinson
Campbell
Boston
N.B
Horse Guards
William Addington
Bow Street
Tethillfields Bridewell
John Pike
Haymarket
Jordaine
Ave-Maria-Lane
Ludgate-Street
Ditchley
Jacob
Genetleman
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London Evening Polk
Polt
Iecript
London
South Sea
India
Navy
London Bridge
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