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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 29, 1780
Page
4
A London Evening Post item from July 24, 1780 republishes a June 1778 letter to the king. It argues the current ministers lack vision, referencing Denmark and Sweden to claim weakness in governance of the sea, urging scrutiny of those in charge.
A combative 1778 letter warns Parliament that Britain must war to defend its global balance of power. It blames ministers for provoking France and Spain, cites Sweden and Russia as rivals, and argues colonials and seafaring nations sustain English strength. The writer laments losses in trade with America and urges decisive action before Bourbon-led enemies gain the upper hand.
To the Wority Electors of Ludlow CLIVE appeals for votes at the next General Election. In a letter dated 1780 from Oakley Park he asserts steady support for the constitution and duty as a representative of England, requesting election as a member of the borough. The missive addresses distant electors unable to pay personal attention.
The Committee of Shipping of the United Company of Merchants of England trading to the Indies invites written sealed proposals on August 9 for supplying copper. Tenderers must state their lowest prices as no abatements will be allowed. Apply to Mr Cogean, Clerk, to view contract terms and submit tenders by noon.
Publication note for The Lady's Magazine July 1780 lists copper plate engravings a shawl pattern a historical picture of fortune tellers a new song by Mr Shield and various features including the Fortunate Sequel the Adventures of Ella Wer ty accounts of Riots Fire and Water and other tales poems and news printed for G. te ag No. 25 Paternoster Row with complete sets or individual numbers available.
A damaged fare page lists various engravings and portraits in a 1980 FortUL publication titled TAHE TOWN and COUNTRY MAGAZINE. It advertises original articles, foreign occurrences, American news, and a catalog of 41 volumes sold by A. Hamilton and G. Robinson with prices and locations near St John’s Gate and Paternoster Row.
The piece analyzes October political maneuvers and possible dissolution of Parliament, noting ministers fear a large majority. It mentions Lord Oxford, Lord N., Earl M., and Lord G.G., with support for delaying dissolution. Reports from Jamaica, Vera Cruz and Nicaragua detail naval movements, fortifications, and merchant shipping, alongside local notices of lotteries, snuff ads, and dental cures.
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