Partial Freedom and Treason Debates Stir Bristol and London
A readerly excerpt traces debates on Habeas Corpus limits and American High Treason, contrasting Bristol sheriffs with London figures, and weighing personal liberty against security. It cites Burke’s views, Dunning’s rational argument, and the broader empire’s balance of freedom, security, and public duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
America
Burke
Esiflol
Briic
London
Pluamdée
Ticnas
Eivire
Paniot
Fredia
Ian
Lisberty
Bristol
Dunning
North
Post cri ftcript For the London Evening Pol
Portfincudh Sept 1 American officers in Forton jail face harsh confinement and degrading treatment. Prisoners lack distinctions, endure restricted provisions, and are kept in a locked cell with few comforts. The writer argues such mistreatment could fuel American retaliation and threaten Britain’s empire.
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Portfincudh
Forton
America
Black Hole
Britain
Delane's Ghost Responds From Elystan Shades
A London Evening Post reader in the St James's Chronicle guise chides a rival critic for attacking Henderson and praises his own wit and influence. The letter from the Elystan Shades likens the target to a worm and asserts enduring public interest despite harsh judgments.
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St. James's Chronicle
Re Clus
Henderson
Zewo
Averét
Delane
Addison
Elysian Fields
Letter from New York on independence and reconciliation
A dated letter from New York, July 1, 1777, argues against unconditional submission and urges stronger terms for peace and independence. The writer notes divided opinions on independence, the lure of enlarged commerce, and the risk of binding terms without power to resist.
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New York
Great Britain
Peace terms and war ethics in a British critique
A harrowing critique urges restraint in negotiations with Britain, arguing no concessions avoid dishonor and proposing peace discussions without pride costs. The author condemns brutal tactics by Britons allied with Indians, warning of merciless violence against women and children and questioning the war’s credibility and future unity.
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England
Fahie&t. Refieq
Great Britain
Royal and Military News From The Whitehall Desk
The king orders scrutiny of General Prescor’s capture in Rhode Island. Sir Joseph Yorke rises to General, Sir William Moore leads a 61st regiment detachment at Minorca, and Lord Strathaven becomes an ensign in the Duke of Gloucester’s guards. French privateers and warships threaten British trade from Dunkirk. A scathing note on a Scottish paragraph mocks claims about Washington and Howe. Admiralty hires 350 ton ships for convoy duties with pay scales. Burke’s Habeas Corpus remark garners criticism. Ports report arrivals of Ramillies and Sally, with prizes, and launches of Lion. Deal reports sailings of several tenders and ships. other vessels in the Downs. Wind NNW.
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Prescor
Rhode Island
William Moore
Bart
61St Regiment of Foot
Minorca
Lord Strathaven
Duke of Gloucester
Regiment of Foot Guards
Joseph Yorke
Dunkirk
France
America
Cunningham
Washington
Howe
Gen. Lee
Admiralty
Whitehaven
Admiralty Office
Portmouth
Ramillies
Charles Town
Rice
Courageux
Hood
Royal Dale
Falkner
Niger
Talbot
Plymouth
His Majesty’s Dock Yard
Lion
Deal
Maidston
White
Dublin
Minerva
Ryder
Arvin Gally
Lamb
Portsmouth
Downs
Trident
Alert
Borfeis
Luyd
Ceveland
Wind N. N. W
Restoration of Lally’s memory stirs European attention
The Count de Lally’s execution in 1766 sparks renewed debate led by his niece from the House of Oflin, now married to the Count de la Heure of Normandy. Her campaign seeks posthumous vindication, while a rival claimant presses a petition to offset her claim.
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Count de Lally
Europe
House of Oflin
Ireland
France
Count de la Heure
Normandy
Lally
Countess de la Heure
Luckell
Tomlinson
Haymarket
Henderson
Mr. Garrick
Lilliput
Ayscough
America
Patrick Crockom
Justitia
Woolwich
David Brown Dignam
Mr. Waugh
Carlisle
Scarborough
Thames-street
Seymour
Ruislip
Middlesex
St. Dunstan’s
Clare
Chancery- Lane
Sturgis
Southampton Row
Bloomsbury
Joseph Sturgis
Libber
Canterbury
Red Lion Inn
Dover
Pall Mall
London
Errata Za Caradoc
Legion
Caradoc
Dino India
South Sea
India
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London Evening Pol
The
London Evening Post
Ehie Enaumred
Wade
Confol
Levy
Shere
Seri
John Cartwright
J. Almon
Burlington House
Piccadilly
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