Debate Over Foreign Duty Bill in Lords and Commons
Lords clash over a proposed duty favoring British woolen goods and opposing French imports. Dukes and peers warn of economic harm to Brussels ties, with ministers urged to reject or alter the bill. Debate continues on committee tomorrow as votes shape the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ciametior
Britain
Brussels
Tiephe
Hrain
Tesco
Lori
Louse of Commons
Marquis of
Rockingham
Earl of Dartmouth
Earl of Hillsborough
Earl of Temple
Commons
Mail Robbery Near Welwyn Described and Rewards Offered
General Post Office notices a mail robbery on the 26th near Welwyn. A footpad stole mail bags from Stevenage to London, with purses offering a two hundred pound reward and a later royal pardon for helpers who aid in capture or apprehension. Rewards extend to accomplices and informants under acts, per the Postmaster General.
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Ti Pof-Bey
Stevenage
Welwyn Yefe
Biggleswade
Hitchin
London
Helwyn
Prince
Jack
Dad
Anthony Todd
Fragmented Political Plea To Gentlemen of BRAMBER 1750
John Peachiey writes a fumbled petition in 1750 requesting support for election, addressing Gentlemen of Bramber and Bisitsra, urging endorsement, promising steadfast adherence to true principles, and offering personal respects and humility. The misspelled, archaic text reflects a candid but unclear appeal for votes and patronage.
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Chroy
Bramber
Shorema
Centlemen
Poon Shetfy
Gaventin
John Peachiey
Ancient Rental Notice From a Rural Estate
An old advertisement describes a house with three pleasant chambers two well furnished rooms a kitchen garden and a barn within a ring fence on a riverside estate near Lodden River offering a large acres of land rent stated as easy per year with stipulations about occupancy and payment. Debris text mentions caretakers and notices for heirs and apportionment of fire hay.
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Tucker
Rvading
Wilre Daly
Sriles
Ghassy
Wory
County meeting postponed for parliamentary nomination
The KEN PR HE County meeting to consider suitable persons for the next parliament was advertised for Maidston Oct 1 0 but now postponed to Monday July 3. Gentlemen, clergy, and freeholders are urged to attend. Robert Burrow, Sheriff.
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Maidston
Robert Burrow
Declaration of Retirement From Parliament by John Chelely
In Shoreham Borough electors, John Chelely declares he cannot stand at the general election due to ill health. He offers thanks for the support and the trust placed in him to represent them in Parliament. Dated Michel Greve, Fine 26, 1730.
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John Chelely
Michel Greve
Passage From the King's Speech Sparks Civil Unrest Reactions
The document cites a royal speech declaring duty to quell rebellion and protect the public by force. It notes a riotous crowd at the King’s Bench and Westminster Hall, where authorities prepared to quell disturbances. Citizens sought parliamentary redress as guards readied to suppress potential upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Fcisa Fa
King’s Bench
Westminster
Global News Sketch Hurried European Tensions
A long dispatch from Paris notes naval maneuvers near Cadiz and Gibraltar as eight ships seek to join Commodore Renover's squadron. Reports tell of cutter actions aimed at distracting the fortifications, with an ensuing wound to Admiral Reney and damage to the fleet. Separate items address clerical finance votes, a Whig versus Tory debate fragment, a Scottish court ruling on hunting rights, and Cambridge academic appointments.
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Mies
Baerivs
Gibraltar
Rooney
Otto
Kisn
London Lords Debate Over Thread Lace Bill Risks Woollen Makers
The House of Lords considers a local bill that could curb imports and affect thousands of manufacturers. Opponents warn it may breach treaties with Brussels, while supporters claim it restores reputation and aids the thread lace trade. Lord Temple speaks in its favor amid broader political intrigue.
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House of Lords
Thinza
Court of Brassels
Brafisls
London
Temple
George Gordon
Surrey
Lord Mansfeld
Balinbroke
Europe
Sreat
Cedas
Fragmentary Royal Navy Stock and Shipping Notes
A damaged OCR page lists ships in various fleets including Scourge Ranger and Sea Venture, with stock prices and bonds at Bank of England rates. Numerous vessel names from London and Cowes areas appear, followed by mixed financial figures and commodity names.
Final Black Pock-e Book Note at Crofoy Marth
A notice from Crofoy Marth near Liverpool announces a final Black Pock-e Book containing a Dank Wete of ven pouncs and a bill of exchange drawn on John Mort of Norsichen for 20 pounds. A reward of twenty guineas is offered to the finder of the package with the note and seal, and questions will be answered by Mes. Schelhorn and Wakifte in Liverpool.
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Crofoy Marth
Liverpool
John Mort
Norsichen
Nathaniel Beaman
Thomas Mort
Mowestreet
London
Waoever
Schelhorn
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