Political Letter on Howes American Campaign and Reform Demands
A reader critiques news distortions and argues the main British aim is capturing New York. The letter laments misinformation, praises Howe and Germaine while predicting stark American resistance, and calls for parliamentary reform by ballot and limits on nobility. It also reports on European diplomacy, funds for war, and a distrust of ministry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howes
Germaine
Mansfeld
Great Britain
New-York
Howe
Boston
America
Gage
King’s Bridge
Kingsbridge
Hotspur
Little Pigot
Bolton
Bolton Neck
Buanker’s Hill
Halfax
General Howe
Eithen Germaine
Mansfield
Ourmad Governor Escapes and Continental Tensions Rise
A distorted Virginia report claims Ourmad Governor escaped and mocked restraint as the Congress grows angry with Portugal over flag treatment. It notes the Yankee privateer colors laid at Britain's feet amid pomp, contrasting a supposed triumph with a rotten whale boat outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Quixote
Congress
Portugal
Marylanders Hope For War Against European Powers
Extracts from a Maryland area letter claim unity in liberty and property against European traders. The report notes concerts at the Pantheon, staff changes at London music venues, and local incidents including theft over Old Bailey roofs and a fatal overturning cart accident. Also lists marriages and deaths including printers and a sugar refiner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cowes
Prince George
Bartholomew
Canada
Elizabeth
Graydod
Newnham
Wilks
Clark
Pool
Deal
Ann
Ward
Oporto
Downs
E.N. BE
Pantheon
Sionora Aguyari
Wint x
Lal
Signor Manzoletto
Signor Trajetta
Signor Gabrielli
Paulo Amfinck
Ely
London
Wine Company
of Goor
England
Old Bailey
Holborn-hill
St. Thomas’s
Southwark
Mer
Thomas. Kirkham
Callice Printer
Waltham
Leyendecker
Tooley-street
Yetterday
Chelsea
James Longe
Elgqj
Clapham
Rachael Davidson
China Raw
Green-street Green
Kent
William Stokes
Edward Piftor
Sirznd
Leacenhall-fireec
Petition for Reconciliation and Call for Immediate Parliament
The writer urges the Printer of the London Evening Post to publish Aratuss letter and seeks a plan to restore the original constitution. He urges nobility to petition the King, dissolve Parliament, and summon a free assembly to repeal tyrannic acts separating Americans. He warns of possible French or Samaria intervention and laments ongoing oppression by Court favourites and pensioners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blarrington
Continental Congress
America
House of Commons
Harrington
Hoadley
Sidney
Locke
Chatham
Camden, &c
Earl of Bath
France
Hawke
Amherst
House of Stuart
Aratus
Samaria
Papas
Beggar's Opera Impresses London Audience in 1770
The London Evening Post reports a crowded, brilliant audience for the Beggar's Opera. Miss Catley, though ill, shines as Polly with a fine voice and striking dress. Mrs. Mattocks' Lucy disappoints, while Mr. Mattock's Macheath is merely average. Other roles fare poorly. Bedford, September 28, 1770.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Catley
Polly
Lucy
Mattocks
London secret sparks rush to meet bank debate
The piece notes surprise over a hastened gathering dubbed a Parliament in London, questioning why a body so named would convene at short notice to discuss the Bank. It highlights urgency and political maneuvering surrounding financial policy and governance.
Ovation Planned Not to Exceed Acknowledgment
The note indicates the crowd will give a single ovation and no further formal recognition. No additional ceremonies or speeches are described, and the event’s tone remains celebratory but restrained.
Astley Night At Riding School Draws Thousands
About three thousand attendees at Astley's Riding School Westminister Bridge witnessed lively feats of agility on the final night. Mr Astley announced plans to visit Norwich and France, promising to bring back curiosities for next season if found. Stock prices listed show various government and corporate securities fluctuating, with Navy and Victualing Bond values noted among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astley
Westminster Bridge
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Brest
Amsterdam
Gibraltar
Morocco
Canary Islands
Curagao
Mogador
Tunis
Francis Wronghead
Dunmore
Virginia
New York
Halifax
S. H.C
Great Britain and
Ireland
Toome
M—c
County of
Antrim
Ban
Montgomery
Newenham
George
Lord
John
New-England
New- York
Wilson
Maryland
Wood
Dublin
Portmouth
Weazel
Warren
Guinea
Antigua
Ripon
Walgrave
Glasgow
Peasley
Plymouth
Hornet
Hatwell
Prouting
Liberty
Bebell
Tenby
Speedwell
Fox
Monimia
Morrison
Speke
Hatch
Quebec
M‘gee
Lisbon
Warwick
Dungarvan
Providence
Greathead
Sunderland
the Primier
Sir
India
South Sea
Tadia
Navy and Victualing
Biastif
Sceriv
Ownciun
Willam Bayley
Cuchkfpur-ilicer
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