Poem on Wilkes and Liberty from Political Society
A correspondent releases a fragment from Archibald Maxwell’s unfinished poem defending Wilkes and liberty. The excerpt praises truth and anti tyranny, notes hostile ministerial pressure, and urges Londoners to rally to Wilkes amid persecutions. It includes reflections on English rights, Jacobite hostility, and calls for steadfast support of the Patriot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wight
Wilkes
Archibald Maxwell
Portsmouth
Mr. Wilkes
G. O
Lord Halifax
London
England
Public quarrel over Royal prerogative in Commons impeachment
The London Evening Post recounts a heated dispute where opponents accuse Parliament of usurping royal prerogative by imprisoning a city official and canceling records. The piece cites Edward III and Henry VII eras to argue MPs infringed the Crown's authority, denouncing actions as dangerous and unlawful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry VII
Miller
Altho
Mos
Earl of Chatham
Morgan
London
House of Commons
Richard II
Commons House
Postscript on Liberty and Brutus in a restless age
A fragment praising liberty and opposition to tyranny. It invokes Lord Mayor and Alderman Oliver, Brutus, and Rome as symbols of sacrifice for freedom. The piece laments oppression under a lawless senate and calls for enduring freedom in Britain and Greece, urging vigilance as the sea encircles the land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawles Senate
Brutus
Rome
Britannia
Grecia
Lord Mayor departs for country retreat amid gout attack
London reports the Lord Mayor leaves Mansion House for a two day rural retreat after being seized by gout in his right arm. The King of Portugal bans imports from France and Holland, while English goods gain duty free access from Ireland. A loan of five million is said to be arranged in The Hague for the German Emperor. The Duke of Gloucester reviews the First Regiment of Foot Guards on June 16. Drury Lane showcases The Provoked Husband with Lord Townly, a difficult role mastered by Barry, while Cibber’s era is praised for its style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portugal
France
Holland
England
Ireland
Antigua
The
Hague
Germany
Foot Guards
Duke of Gloucester
Drurylane Theatre
Lord Townly
Mr. Barry
Cibber
Mr. Sparks
Barry
Palace
Parliament House
Custom House
St. James’s Park
Thames-street
Dr. Johnson
Johnson
Somerset
Hickling
Vale of
Belvoir
Rutlandshire
Nottingham
Camden
Hildebrand Oakes
Regiment of Foot
Earl Cornwallis
Laurence Robert Campbell
Royal North British Dragoons
Earl of Panmure
Portsmouth
Friendly
Liverpool
Mary
Crouch
Plymouth
Bosham
Bennet
Falmouth
Emanuel
Handsted
Tomburgh
Goodwill
Blair
Neptune
Hornsey
London
Sea Nymph
Hebden
Newcastle
Tamer Floop
Downs
Trident
Hartwell
Pigot East Indiaman
Netherton
Yorkshire
Perkins
Langtoft
Rotherhithe
John Gimble
East India Service
Deal
Bellona
Maria
Buntin
Lisbon
Young actor compared to Barry proves promising
A youthful performer receives high praise for memory, staging, and presence, likened to Barry in height and build. He overcomes nerves with a pleasing voice and disciplined portrayal, suggesting time and study will make him a notable addition to the stage.
The Lady's Magazine for April 1773 in Review
Publication note for The Lady's Magazine April 1773 issue printed by Robinson and Roberts. Describes price, patterns, a full-length spring dress print, a song by Mr Hudson, and continuation of sentimental journey plus Pyrenean hermits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lady’s Magazine
Hudson
N. B
Robinson and Roberts
Paterstofter
John Wheble
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Ster
London Evening
Pok
Europe
Columbia
Tully
Neer
Egremont
Halifax
London Evening Post
Henry VI
Postscript
Lord Mayor
Oliver
Liberty
Heavenly Dear
Firtues
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