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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Oct 25, 1770
Page
4
In a period of general mourning the printer speaks of an Englishman whose only native blessing is a sorrowful heart. The piece reflects solemn respect for a country’s grief and a quiet personal tribute by a loyal reader.
A historical eulogy extols the late Marquis of Granby, praising his lifelong military service since youth, his leadership in Germany, his return with laurels, and his civil liberty support. The speaker notes his modest bearing, plain dress, and popular respect, while recalling his shifting political stance and ultimate self improvement.
The piece titled Warrefoot's Gig Wives or Burr, a political tale, is addressed to the magistrates of New Castle and deemed far too long for a newspaper. In another channel it would be well received, as the satire is described as the keenest in English.
Reports from Venice dated September discuss Aly Bey's rise in Egypt proclaiming himself Sultan, attempts on Mecca, fortifying Alexandria, and reviving trade with Europe. Simultaneously Russians defeat Turks, Janissaries threaten revolt, and Constantinople's Grand Seignor negotiates peace with costly concessions and mediate hints from Austria or England.
A London court heard the trial of Frances Duffile and Bartholomew Langleys for thefts tied to St James's Palace. Duffile was acquitted after witnesses attested to her honesty and a damaged spoon with royal arms was deemed not proof of crime. Langleys faced a separate conviction for bestiality, with evidence detailing the act and a guilty verdict delivered by the jury.
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