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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 19, 1776
Page
1
A notice promotes Drury Lane Theatre for Nov 21 with performers Horatius Jensley Publius Horatius Smith Valeria Hopkins Horatia Yates and announces a Grand Triumphal Entry of Publius. Also advertised are Parsly's Pocket Ledger and Tin pan ads for various books and remedies.
Sir Brite presents a prospectus offering quick money for nobles gentry clergy and other incomes. Applicants in person or by letter will receive immediate attention as the author has long transacted money matters with credit.
An 18th century advert seeks private capital advances for the nobility and gentry through Mr James at Rathbone Place. It promises rapid discreet funding with privacy candour and honour, offering same‑city and country orders and port paid letters from the country.
By the King's Patent cakes for making shining liquid blacking for shoes and boots. Shese cakes mix with water to form a glossy, durable leather finish that stays soft and flexible. Sold wholesale and retail by Baysy in Cockpit street and by several London's perfumers including Price Grosvenor Newbery Rothwell and others.
A 1776 letter by Hester Studd claims lasting facial illness improved after three bottles of MAREDANT’s Drops from Norton and warns buyers to avoid counterfeit imitations. The notice lists extensive cures including leprosy and rheumatism, and cites retail sales at Fleet Street and Newgate Street.
An 18th century advertisement for a lemon salt product marketed to remove iron moulds ink stains and wine marks from fabrics and linen while improving color. The remedy is praised for whitening faded items and for culinary uses, with assurances it will not damage fine faces. Sold by William Bayley and other perfumers and booksellers in London at listed addresses.
The Princess Amelia commends an essence for teeth and gums praised for its creathy superiority and healing power. Sold wholesale by Mr. Feet and retailers including W. Layley and M. Purdie in London and Bath, at 2s 6d a bottle.
At Holyrood House the election of a Peer to sit in the House of Peers for the present Parliament of Great Britain occurred in accordance with the king's proclamation. The Earl of Casilis was elected unanimously, with notable MPs and clerks in attendance. Dispatches from New York and various naval movements were reported, including privateers, ship retentions, and naval preparations for Channel service.
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