Verbal reproach seals caution on revealing opinions
A letter signed Marcus warns against unguarded expressions and the danger of answering questions contrary to ruling authority. It notes that certain lines from Wakefield on the Vernal Equinox and a packet from Chethunt have been received.
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Marcus
War and Weather From Far and Near Then and Now
A Machias of dispatches from July to August details English and European concerns. Empress arrival from Moscow, Prussian claims over Colberg privileges, earthquakes and hurricanes in Coromna and Belgrade, and shipments arriving for Cadiz and Portsmouth. Naval movements include English vessels foundering and ships of war discharged from quarantine. Export/import figures list sugar rum wine cochineal brandy and pepper among others.
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Holland
Copenhager
Colberg
Elfeneur
Vienne
Sthonbrun
Comorra
Belgrade
Ratifoot
Hamburgh
Worms
Cadiz
the Sun
Havannah
la Peila
la Gonstania
Mexico
Old Spain
Vera Cruz
Bay
Portsmouth
Regiment of Foot
Jorgen Dixon
China
Portmouth
Newark and Belliquex
Spain
Oporto
Guernsey
Dunkirk
West-Indies
Straits
Seal
John and Ann
Christian
Marquis of Granby
Kirkman
Bayonne
Wind S. W
Paris Letter on Peace Prospects and French Marine
An English gentleman in Paris reports conversations in London and Paris about the potential shortness of peace and the state of the French fleet. He notes the French king’s reply to Parliament, citing necessity, edicts, and measures taken for state needs and liberation, with no plan for change.
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London
Paris
Ian
Warming Pan Patent Notice from John Wood Bradford
John Wood of Bradford declares his Majesty’s Letters Patent for a new warming pan construction. The pan holds about three pints of boiling water, prevents coal smoke odor and bed dampness, aids women in childbirth and lung ailments, and warns against counterfeiting with penalties.
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Wood
Bradford
County of
York
Caw
Ani
Thal
Jehu Wool
John Wood
Beadford
Artner
The Contrast. Numser V Quos Jupiter vudt perdere
An analysis of political power and religious influence, critiquing the Scots ministry and its reform measures. The author laments infatuation with office, praises some leaders yet condemns the cabinet’s composition and excise policy, noting public liberty erosion and factional motives.
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Numser
Tars
House of Commons
Equét
Meric
Europe
England
Ireland
Medley
Brielf
Romeo
Ilberry
Paul
Mr. Hogarth
Observations on Exorbitant Hay and Straw Prices
A conttanc reader laments rising hay and straw costs near London. He accuses rich farmers of market manipulation, fake pricing, and cheating weight with dung and clay. He calls for stricter regulations, penalties for fraud, and fair dealing to protect trade and consumers.
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London
Rnifes
York
Conttanc
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