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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
May 29, 1777
Page
4
A tense debate criticizes the African committee and monopoly holders over forts and expenditures. Calls for curbing abuses, demanding clearer accounts and surrendering further funds until prior costs are justified, warning that current ventures threaten the nation’s trade and require future parliamentary review.
A Plain Dealer letter from May 20 criticizes reformers guiding parish morals, arguing true piety slips under ornament and ritual. It laments clergy zealotry, calls for voluntary church reform, and warns government misuse of religion to enforce obedience. The piece contrasts modern attire and festivity with genuine faith.
Dublin Law Intelligence Extraordinary reports the 17th of this month the Honourable Son of a Right Honourable Irish Peer moved the Chancellor of Ireland for an injunction against his father to stop further proceedings. He spoke for over two hours arguing the case lies with the Chancellor and the equity of his position, claiming his father's legal quirks aided his success in court and citing a deed of settlement obtained from him by his father.
The Chancellor urged accommodation between parties with a master in Chancery as a possible path. The noble Lord pledged to defend common law, insisting the matter be resolved, while proposing to defer to a master and later decide on the merits if needed. The next day, a letter from Bombay described shipwreck survivors near Sable Island and efforts to reach them.
A late May letter from Deal notes ships including the In vincible Ranger and Speedwell sloops of war and the Adventure tender. Obituaries report Wharton Peck and Wells of Bristol, Thomas Hide, and George Pyke, organ builder to his Majesty. The widow solicits continued noble support as organs from various builders are offered for sale.
Historical note on a Westminster prebendary and Scottish influence in education. Mentions a Scotsman became tutor to the royal family with twenty pounds a year. Includes commentary on bishops and Laud era, plus a dated stock prices list with Bank Stock and Annuities, and lottery ticket value.
No clear events found due to fragmented text. Readable items mention UW and M B.E R with uncertain context. Likely a brief note on a publication schedule or unit. Further readable detail needed for precise summary.
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