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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Oct 19, 1786
Page
2
A garbled excerpt presents a mosaic of poems and historical notes. It mentions Charles James Fox, Lord North, Portland's Duke, and various Whig and Tory references. The passage shifts between verses and biographical glimpses, with fragmented lines about peers, politics, and theatrical scenes.
An 18th or 19th century tender notice from Navy Office Somerset outlines a public contract for copper and related goods. It specifies bid submission by a set date in January 3727, disallows late tenders, and notes viewing of particulars and forms in the ledger.
A lengthy postscript from a Gibraltar port meeting reports a humble address to the King by merchants and inhabitants praising his late safe return and discussing recent European affairs. It notes acknowledgments from the Duke of York and mentions France Spain and Dutch issues, plus naval actions and local governance.
An obscure fragment references a gown damaged by an incident at a venue. The readable text mentions Airwave and Corva but provides no clear names, dates, or full context.
The new operatic work featuring Con Garde was staged this evening with strong performances. Quick gains in Kissin delivered standout singing and the chorus impressed, praising Shield and the Opera’s musical merit as likely to become a favorite under royal command.
Letters describe a scene in Florence street where a group of well dressed men mobbed a victim, knocked him down by roughs, and fled with watches and money. Bystanders, cautious as London crowds, grabbed for pockets as four gentlemen reported losses amid the distraction of handkerchiefs.
Racing notes from New Market October meeting outline two year olds three year olds and four year olds competing for prizes including the Prince of Wies's Plate. Notable entries include Lord Derby Duke of Grafton Rochdelay Grosvenor Metem Quibbler and Ambrosia with results listing a dead heat for two miles and a first three placements by The Judge.
Financial column lists bank stock prices and insurance securities with figures such as 3 percent at 73 and 75, various Ditto notes, and references to inde and annuities. Reads like a stock ticker from a historical newspaper.
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