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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 30, 1765
Page
4
A reader laments the state of government and public affairs, asks about ministry changes and Lord Tempe, and critiques street paving and coach risk. The letter defends liberty, questions political influence, and discusses actors and performances with character judgments. It closes with a playful critique of Rusticus and remarks on theatrical tastes.
The writer comments on a Saturday issue and praises merit while critiquing a young writer nicknamed Quixotes. He vows to point out faults of the playwright and signals a critique of Mr. Parmen. The letter previews traits necessary to be a good player and hints at public reception.
A fragmentary verse list mocks various figures by nickname and title, alleging corruption and incompetence among political players. The text references Gran, Ruff, Suiehet, Hal, Chamberlain Ge, House-Treasurer Pe, Bull fas, Finger-tey the Sweager, and others, paired with derisive lines about dirty tools and knaves.
A partial poetic fragment reflects wedding and divine praise, with archaic spellings and a plea for blessing upon the Bridegroom. The text hints at religious, ceremonial themes and a reverent tone.
The London Post reports on court movements at St James's with noon council, royal audiences, and upcoming drawing rooms at St James's. It notes the Prince of Wales and Bishop of Dundee arriving at the Queen's palace, Royal dine‑ins at Richmond, and the Duke of Cumberland remaining in town. Also covered are Admiralty posts, Middlesex county congratulations, colonial ambitions in Africa, a marriage in Thames Street, and assorted ship news, races, and market prices.
Weather note from London reports rising tides around London Bridge with morning and afternoon high water marks and uncertain timing across several hours. The fragmented times reference morning and afternoon ebbs, indicating a variant flood risk for local navigation and shore activities.
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