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Monacos and York Duke Funeral in Early September 1767
Long obituary notes the ill health and death of the Duke of York in Monaco after a journey through southern France. It describes his fever, fear of mortification, Dr James's Powders, and the solemn royal honors arranged by the Prince of Monaco, including a state lying in state, guard, and minute gun salutes. It also mentions subsequent arrivals in London, Levée details, and various local notices.
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Col. St. John
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Commodore Spry
Mr. Schutz
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Prince of Monaco
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Greenwich
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Hence
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George and Vulture
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