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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Sep 28, 1765
Page
4
The text records strong critique of prolonged parliaments and calls for timely elections to prevent corruption by offices gifts and pensions. Anito Wate urges restoring ancient legal processes after the Revolution and emphasizes that William’s crown was granted by the people.
In a plea to readers and lawmakers the London Evening Post is urged to back a dog tax to curb canine madness and protect riders and families. The letter cites dog attacks on cattle, horses, and humans, urging Parliament to act for public safety and happiness nationwide. The piece also thanks supporters and notes distribution arrangements with Mr. Almon in Piccadilly.
A mid eighteenth century letter to the printer lists horses tied to upcoming Herminfer Races. It mentions Outlaw and Honey as contenders, praises or mocks several horses, and hints at wagering and jockeys talk. The draft references Providences, Lords, and a stallion from abroad amid an informal critique of racing society.
Morning notes from London detail arrivals and departures of royal figures and diplomats including the Princess Dowager of Wales, Princesses Caroline and Louisa, and the Princess of Brunswick. Dispatches report Poland, Turkey, Spain, and Prussia relations, a commerce treaty, new ambassadorships, and local political happenings in Southwark and beyond.
A 1765 issue catalogues Memos of Madame Pompadour letters and poems. It lists items on English manners Charles II era letters by Madame de Boccace and a Lauretta continuation. The interspersed theatrical and poetic pieces include songs, odes, elegies, and a tale titled Zuliman and Marina, with notices of publication and distribution at Royal Exchange and booksellers across Britain and Ireland.
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