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Newspaper

London Evening Post

Location

London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Sep 29, 1772

Page

4

Oxford Chancellorship and political battles in letters

A letter discusses the University of Oxford choosing a new Chancellor and the political implications. It weighs Lord North’s possible role, tensions between Oxford and Cambridge, and possible compromises with the Duke of Grafton to align ecclesiastical appointments with ministry goals, urging protection of principle amid a coalition strategy.

Monumental Inscription on General Wolfe Death

The passage presents an inscription note on General Wolfe's death, urging exact reproduction to avoid bathos. It prompts readers to drop a tear or sigh near the bier as they pass, imagining Wolfe in eternity.

Wolfe Martinus Scribkerus

Letters from Cornwall Ask Walpole Advice on Emigration Plans

A Cornwall group of nine families seeks Lord Walpole guidance via the Public Ledger on emigrating to America in spring. They detail their 41 dependents and 2000 pounds capacity, seeking the best colony region for farming and access to markets for corn cattle timber hemp flax and other goods. News notes discuss India Company payments, titles, court intrigue, port arrivals, sheriffs display, a drowning, a marriage, a barn fire, and a death in Settrington.

The Public Ledger Lord Dartmouth North America America England London Cornwall P. S

Lord Radnor Accused of Weak Interest in Oxford

Letter to the Printer of the London Evening Post dated Sept 28 1772 argues Lord Radnor has little real stake in Oxford University. It cites about a dozen voters misled by false pretence of independence and notes two self serving supporters do not benefit him. The piece concludes electors deem him more suited to Lady Huntingdon's seminary in South Wales than Oxford.

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Lottery Office Names Cause Public Confusion in London

A London report notes offices on Oxford Road and Holborn using the name Goodluck in advertisements and doors to attract buyers. Mell Richardson and Goodluck are preparing a prosecution over misleading branding, while Wat fame Goodluck attracts customers to prize sales. Wenham and Co. offer ticket exchanges and prize payments at No 11 Poultry during office hours.

Oxford Road Holborn Mr. Goodluck Goodluck Chemes C. Mell Richardson Prosecution, Jr Goodluck, Hazard, &c Wenham and Co Wenham and Co. &c

Selim Responds to Scipio on His Seventh Birthday

Selim answers Scipio in a brief note marking Scipio’s seventh birthday. The exchange notes friendship and celebrations, with a simple acknowledgement from Selim and a cordial greeting from Scipio.

Selim Scipio

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