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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
May 27, 1786
Page
1
Debates erupt as Lords press for grounds on the national purse and reasons behind a Money bill. Dundas and others defend parliamentary privilege while Richmond, Stormont, and Bathurst attend and argue for normal procedure and dignity of the Lords.
Lords clash over whether a surplus is a genuine money bill and how to apply excess funds to redeem the public debt. Lord Sydney, Duke of Richmond, and Earl Stanhope spar over the nature of appropriation, with papers to be laid before the House and the bill read through in committee before passing. The House adjourned after the third reading.
The House of Commons passed several bills and read others a second time including a Newport paying bill and a coal bill for Anglesea. A committee advanced the growth of bemp and flux with amendments while Alderman Watson pushed a land tax reform petition seeking removal of the Pay Office and Navy Office from Broad Street and Lower Wards. The Poor Laws debate focused on revising charitable donations with a motion to return donations within a set period. debate lingered on evidences and time for information, with a motion to defer further consideration until tonight.
Members discuss a petition from Mr Dundas demanding inquiry into Hastings matter as the Robilla controversy is tied to wine trade interests. Debate centers on timing of the second reading and hearing of witnesses, with the House voting to defer. proceedings end with clause work on the Perfumery bill and adjournment.
An 18th century advertisement touts Tunter's Restorative Balsam of Life and Health for aged and weakened constitutions. It claims to restore nerves, end impotence, and cures for obstinate ailments. Available in pills via Fleet Street agents and luxury boxes for the Army and Navy.
Advertised medical and midwifery services for illegitimate pregnancy with private lying-in arrangements at No 3 London house yard near St Pauls Churchyard and Islington. Services include delivery on payment, restorative Pills for obstructions, and postpaid letters for medical advice to women and children.
London Gazette entry references oriental vegetable cordial in a third case. Limited readable details, no clear parties, dates, or outcomes emerge from the fragment.
An antique advertisement touts cosmetic pastes Watch Balls and Essence of Roses Lavender Water and Pomatum at low prices. It promotes hair powders razors soaps lip salves tooth powders and a range of cosmetics for preserving complexion and weather protection with emphasis on affordability and variety.
Notice from Stoke Common near Claremont Surrey to the public. John Ellison, proprietor, advertises Jessop’s Well Water at his Whitechapel and Pall-Mall warehouses and warns against counterfeit bottles. Documents feature Dr Adee and Dr Rutty endorsing the water, with historical rent details and pricing for spruce beer.
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