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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jun 26, 1770
Page
4
In a letter to Mr Wooperary and jurors William Bonn EQ questions the Woodfall verdict on a false scandalous libel. He urges the jury to declare if Woodfall is guilty of printing a libel or merely printing a letter, stressing the liberty of subjects and urging a prompt public clarification.
In a London Evening Post letter the author argues that public loyalty and stability depend on lenient, merciful governance. Mercy strengthens the Throne more than terror, and the monarch should forgive offenses to heal a restless people. The piece urges the king to extend pardon, citing physicianly concern for the Attorney General’s health and a general calm.
A dated critique questions the usage of the title Father for London’s senior alderman and the mayoral authority. It argues the role aligns more with influence from the Minister and potential peerage than with protection of citizens, suggesting the term Father should become Mother to reflect perceived state relations.
A fragment from the London Evening Post discusses the Polish oath citing a rule that the land's law is supreme over the king. It references Bratton and Melanthen interpretations and notes higher powers owe obedience to the law of God and state.
A fragment discusses obedience to divine ordinance and civil law, warning that rulers who misuse power threaten constitutional order. It cites a Latin passage condemning undermining law and notes severe measures to deter violations of political status, with a Woodstock dating line appended.
In June 1770 a letter notes a proposed grant of up to 6641 to Queen for pensions to widows of officers in the land forces and marines who died on half pay in Britain and were married before December 25 1716. The writer asks if the date 1716 is a mistake or if all widows must have married before that date to be entitled. Despond signs as Sam, your humble servant.
Thomas Oliver offers himself as a candidate to replace the late Lord Mayor Beckford in Parliament. He cites public service, liberty, and his intention to emulate Beckford’s disinterested conduct, pledging to serve with utmost zeal from Fenchurch Street on June 22, 1779.
Postscript reports three mayoral candidates with Alderman Trecothie leading at 1565 votes, Crosby 1406, and Sir Henry Bankes 434 as poll closes, with final count to be declared tomorrow after noon. The London Evening Post letter defends Falklands reporting amid Spanish frigate sighting. Court of King’s Bench at Westminster debate on Almon libel case, arguments on new trial, juries’ role, and evidence standards follow.
An individual is highlighted as part of forthcoming plans with reference to R.O.S.C.O.M.M. OG N brief note. Details remain unclear in the fragment but imply a personal prominence in upcoming events or decisions.
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