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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jun 03, 1775
Page
4
A letter to the Printer of the London Evening Post argues that a bill to build barracks in every county and establish a standing army would erode the English constitution. It warns perpetual standing forces would empower the Crown and threaten liberty, predicting Parliament may resist such tyranny while preserving its form.
A writer argues that American resistance is stronger than the Ministry thinks and proposes sending the highly disciplined Colonel North's regiment from St Stephen's Chapel to join the third Guards and Hanover regiments in immediate action against the Americans. The suggestion includes placing the colonel in command for effective service to the nation.
In Oxford on June 1 the author reveres the American volunteers Caeb and Jonathan Harrington who fell at the first fire. He links them to Sir James Harrington, a renowned writer on government, suggesting descendants may honor liberty and the shared cause of Freedom across England and America.
London Evening Port Bon Mot of Pomposo recounts a tale where Pomposo, among many friends, is pressed about shifting politics and replies in his characteristic voice that his political sentiments have not changed, but that others have changed toward him, declaring he remains as Jacobite as ever.
Correspondent foresees General Gage and his army laying down arms and submitting to brave Americans. He expects captains and officers of the fleet to follow the General's example, possibly manning the fleet with these supporters to relieve a certain person from the hands of the Thane Jefferies and a hostile Scotch faction.
A published satirical verse ridicules Chancellor of the Exchequer Craggs and his political betrayals. The piece mocks his promises and alleged lack of national loyalty, noting public scorn and adverse crowds.
Joseph Mawbey of Batley appeals to the Gentlemen Clergy and Freeholders of Surry County seeking support to represent them in Parliament. He notes the election is set for Guildford on Wednesday the 14th instant at nine in the morning and pledges honest service and diligent attention to duties if elected.
In Epsom a card addresses the Gentlemen Clergy and Freeholders of Surrey urging votes for a vacancy supply. He praises government loyalty and public conduct, pledging to uphold rights and liberties, and requests early attendance at Guildford on Wednesday the 14th to show favor.
William Norton writes to Gentlemen Clergy and Freeholders of the HAs praising his nomination to succeed Sir Francis Vincent. He asks for votes and interest and vows to pay respects in person. Election set for Guildford on Wednesday the 14th instant.
The letter salutes foes in Boston, noting General Gage's force includes the 77th 35th 64th and reinforcements the 46th 45th 63d regiments and Preston's light horse. Ministers fear ten thousand troops yet the provincials could burn Boston. Royalists suffer court upheaval while Europe debates reconciliation and blame. Amid Bristol trade data warn famine risks without settlement and port reports list ships arrivals and naval movements.
A chaotic report describes a fatal sea incident where a crewman is swept overboard and drowned as a vessel breaks apart. It also covers a Hyde Park duel between Mr M and Mr T, with gunfire and a minor wound. Other items note local elections, academic honors, and lottery ticket details at the Museum.
Patentee of the Cakes for making Shining Liquid Blacking warns against imitators after discovering attempts to copy the product. He notes a labeled seal stating King’s Patent Cakes for Shinny Liquid Blacking to distinguish genuine cakes from counterfeits. The genuine cake is promoted as superior, producing a glossy crackle for leather and preserving suppleness. price is listed with wholesale and retail sales through W. Bayley and various perfumers in London.
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