Wilkes defended against blasphemy charge in 1736 defiance
The letter argues Mr Wilkes faced accusations of blasphemy and sedition, contending his possession of a controversial poem does not prove guilt. It defends his integrity and allegiance, praising his restraint, public peace efforts, and respect for magistrates, while criticizing ministers and Walpole era oppression. It cites King George II's 1736 speech urging unity and lawful conduct.
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Welkes
Wilkes
Lord
Bute
Paris
Éffeneca
Our Church
Hobbs
Woolfton
Everard
Yam
Robert Walpole
Pultney
Pitt
George the
Fragmented Middlesex election squabble over votes and credibility
The piece rails at an unnamed author for a Middlesex election spoof, condemning the number of voters cited and the alleged influence of freeholders. It cites Brentford on the 13th and laments political hypocrisy, urging readers to distrust hurried proclamations and the ministry’s handling of county representation.
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Middlesex
Harry
Brentford
Hongwr
Chintty
Co. L
Freeholder of Middlesex Sounds Alarm Over Isle’s Fate
A Middlesex freeholder warns that rulers who once protected the island now threaten its future. He laments loss of security and gratitude owed to the people, fearing only a bleak retrospection remains. The message critiques governance and duty in the aging realm.
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Middlesex
Liberty and slavery critique in a British notice
An 18th century advertisement and letter discuss liberty and the slave trade, urging protection for enslaved Africans and denouncing slavery abuses. The text cites Parliament, English liberty, and universal rights, with references to ships, regiments, and military postings amid wartime news from Corsica and ongoing conflicts.
Promotions in the British Dragoon Guards and Foot Regiments
War Office notices list numerous commissions and purchases across regiments including the Dragoon Guards, Foot Guards and Foot regiments. Officers such as Captain William Richard Wilfor and Lieutenant James Mansfield are advanced, with several by purchase and transfers cited among regimental roles and retirements.
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Tondon Gazetr
War Office
Teiting
Dragoon Guards
William Richard Wilfor
Wade Caulfield
Dragoons
Nesbett
Cornet
John Dixon
Leutenant
James Mansfield
Jonathan Scott
Ditto
Homas Parry
John. Patoun
Thomas Parry
Foot Guards
John Fox
Richard Brickenden
Foot
Guards
William H. Monckton
Williapp Mansray
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James. Pampil-lang
Catain
Andrew
Riinsford
Lord Thomas Pelham Clinton
William Howe
6Th
Regiment
Thomas Boyd
William ‘Madden
Fitzmaurice Conner
Purchase
James Chadwicke
Joseph Gabbett
Regiment Test
Matthew Lang
John Stewart
Decca
Francis Wadman
Matthew Lane
John Mawby
Samuel Turner
John Spon
George St. «Georges
F Purchase
Richard Coteogg
Address of Mr Goff to the public on private affairs
A fragmented notice describes Mr Goff and Mrs Goff offering services as surgeon and midwife at their home in Palbihall facing St Alban's Street. It urges secrecy, gentility, and trust, noting many years of service and urging readers to apply to them for medical and domestic oversight.
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Palbihall
St.'Al‘ban’s Sureet
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