The Impostor of Formosa and a Royal Patron’s Shadow
An 18th century society chronicle recounts a famed impostor who feigned mastery of languages and religion, deceiving nobles including Lord Pembroke and others. After a spree of confessions and letters, he vanished from public life, while patrons defended him and promoted his invented scholarship. The piece also touches on correspondence about mail schedules and civic praise for civic leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Perler
Peti
Averuca
Troy
Cote
Roracia Sunewatlappe
Ileet Lesdon
Goa
Didiey
Hercus
Jim
Cirihaniy
Jesia
Aconidsra
Bie
Deteia Gp
Principe
Achinpe
Msa
Hever
Formosa
Europe
Lord Pembroke
Arck
Fragmentary Remains of a Noted Figure Draws Attention
An old passage recalls the public recantation of an esteemed ruler and the shift in literary works after his fall. The text notes his errors, the respect accorded to him, and few memoirs of a life marked by eccentric rulings and a ruling passion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times
Sngelar
Interpreting a fragment on policy and commerce
The fragment discusses preventing future interruptions to the ft plen system already benefiting commerce. It warns that if Mr. Palmer pushes the matter quietly, more advantage could be gained, with a signature from Thomas Symons and Sir Watkin Lewes indicating concern and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol
London
Palmer
Marty Wich
Thomas Symons
W. Pitt
Benjamin Hammett
Mr. Symons
Brifil
Symons
Benj. Hammet
To be LET at Carnalrvonsteire in Anglian parish
Auction notice for Carnalrvonsteire near Ynewydd describing property to let for a term of four days. It mentions location on Path of Lelants and invites inquiries to Mr. S Goudman of Porthamel Anglesey for further particulars.
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Pin
Anil Argumen
London
Bristol
Tino
Ibs Ardogorien
Goa
Isoveres
Sgoudman
Porthamel
Angitey
Frightful 19th Century Patent Medicine Advertisement
Fragmented text advertises "FRIARS DROGS" claiming cures for venereal disease and related ailments. It lists locations and contact details across multiple streets and towns, urging readers to obtain mysterious potions and medicines via a public notice style with promotional claims and dubious medical assurances.
Restorative Pills Promoted For Impotency And Decay Remedies
An old advertisement touts a Restorative Pills claiming to restore vitality and address decay in men. Sold by agents at Fleet Street and Norwich printers, with boxed sets for Army and Navy use and a accompanying pamphlet on virtues and cures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
ROVER
Martin
Landon
Genticnius
Nowa
Fotler
Sug
Aina Surves
Tener
Noumlity
Seatry
Powerfal
Isi
Maine
Fleet-street
Statiuews
Hove Feller
Straus
Randill
Royal Encisaage
Chate and Co
Norwich
Army
Navy
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Pitt
C. Py
The
William Putt
W. Pit
Bripl
Ben J. Hammett
Tho. Symons
Jesse Pan
Brigid
Vyte
Mr. Symonds of
Britel
Witkin Lewe
Tondon
Benjamin Hammet
London Evening Post
Thomson
Melisander
Arcas
Vuiians
Garcashov
Bacy
Nour
Julet
Mitta& Stone
Mmercumie
Sir Watkin Lewes
Valend
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