Coventry Tradesman Appeals for Names of Gentlemen Clergy
An 18th century letter from a Coventry tradesman pleads for the names of gentlemen, clerics, and tradesmen linked to a controversial city address. He asks a gentleman to publish identities of those involved in local governance and society, promising to disclose occupations and residences in return. The piece links to broader debates on public figures and city leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HerieLondon Cacete
Ander
Geénile Aig Gurgy
Cormority
Thera
Corporation
London
Coventry
Gertlemar
Lidersy
Kini di Ricuts
Guplit
Gvesy
Bern Ene Liimaz
Lam
Orfte
Aldesfgatestree
Wuipralitt
R—— Gm
Paris
Fragmentary note hints at crowd reactions and a future continuation
The readable lines describe a scene where a speaker faces crowds, referencing theft and loyalty themes. Figures named Junius and others appear obliquely, with the text noting a continuation to follow. The damaged OCR yields little concrete action or outcome.
A London Poll Exit Amid Disorder and Wilkes Support
A Branford dated report describes crowds at a polling place with Liberty colours, chained figures, and improvised theatrics as Wilkes supporters compete against Luttrell and Staker. The scene includes ministers’ troops infiltrating the town and a near riot as votes are tallied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Captain Roche
Serjeant Whitaker
Mr. Wilkes
Brentford
John Swan
A‘l
Wilker
Roach
Whitaker
Lautrel
Wilkes
Friends of
Freedom
Luttrell
Berré
Hyde Park Corner
Middlesex
St. George's Hospital
Branford
Loree
Staker
Roche
Towntherd
Sawbridge
Mr. Home
Prolific London Gossip Mixed With Legal Notices
The column reports on various society happenings in London including noble visits and marriages, a planned prosecution against Coventry addressers, and anticipated acts affecting insolvent debtors. It notes expected improvements in the gardens at Richmond and mentions a forthcoming June debtor clearance. Also covered are minor street incidents, theatre listings, and literary notices with author requests and errata.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlesex
Earl‘of
Admiralty
Bath
Watkins William’ Wynn
Harrid Somerset
Grage
Beaufort
Andley
Grosvenor-square
Briegs
Coventry
Gowat ‘Gardens
Richmond
Tait
Luft
John Deane
Fleet-market
Yeterday
Dyer Street
Giles’s
Sir John Fielding
Finchley Common
Sunaay Katt
Dag
Holywell Street
Advert for Brandy Prices and Midwife Services
Fragmented ad notes brandy prices and ranges for other beverages, mentions a public notice by Mr. Goff. Includes an invitation to apply for a midwife service at a listed address, urging discretion and private arrangements among families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gof
Wall E
Boikg St
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Spelling and pronunciation guide and advertised pills
An eighteenth century advertisement touts a new and accurate spelling and pronunciation book by Rev Alexander Tiches a, printed in Logden. It also promotes Mrs Dearing's nervous disorders pills with claims of calming effects and digestive relief, priced 6d.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diona
Logden
Andoqur
Iferick
Dread
Peives
Also Mentioned on This Page
Middésex
Rex Gredicas
Sgax
Li Abaerty
Reynold
Fele
County of Middlesex
Higley
Stanko Street
Claremarket
Lord Mills
Fleetmarket
Ol Bailey
Brencford
St Beaty
Werminer
Macna Cuarta
Hammersmith
Friends of Freedom
Patie
Prentford
House of Commons
John Wilke
Freehollers
John Wilkes
Townshend
Esquire
Aly
Coleby
Beii
Junius
Junisr
Driry-Lane
Yetterday
Lord Ailaworth
Redditi
Cordelia
Clike
Iaietkes
Paty
Deley
Beawe
Voice of Liberty
Lester
Fatie
Colutan
Inuia Ditto
South Seadow
Fitut
Dino New
Sths
Ditto
India
Aiff Bank
Prem
Navy
Seth Ae
Miri Croke
St. Anne’s
Soho
Seréer
Clerkenwell
Maoré
Sener
Sir Ley
Akkack
Coos Ia
An. Price
Bilton
Pier
Evans
Paternofer
Aid
Is Jones
Peice
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