Impeach the man of high treason in liberty's cause
A Middlesex Journal reader argues for impeachment of a royal adviser harming the constitution. He laments modern politicians' fear and calls for bold action, comparing current times to Charles I and urging citizens to use knowledge to pursue justice. He praises Junius and urges decisive deeds for liberty.
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The
Middlesex Journal
Li Jeberty
Britain
Junius
Liberty
Hugh
Charles the First
England
Tyburn
Italy
Implied Warning on Restore of Der State Lacking Expediency
The writer laments delay in restoring order and warns that without a expeditious path the country faces violent disorders. He condemns ministerial candidates wielding arbitrary power backed by ruffians and musketeers, accusing them of prostituting declarations of liberty and property.
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Cassius
Shakespeare Memorial Oratorio Concert Ticket Question
R Stratford offers details on a public ticket for a six event including oratorio ode fireworks and ball at one guinea. Profit from a single ticket could reach 1500 guineas or more, with funds to honor Shakespeare or support a public charity. Musicians from Drury Lane to be paid only expenses.
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R. Stratford
Mr. Garrick
Shakespear
N. B
Drury-lane
Threatened obstruction of Westminster electors at Westminster Hall
A letter warns Sir A CARD R-g and his Trading Justices that Westminster electors will meet next Tuesday despite them. It asserts electors have a legal right to petition the King, while urging calm at Guildhall and caution against disturbances or calling in the military. It brands opponents as poor, unmanly, and prone to riot.
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Middlesex Journal
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Westminster
Westminster Hall
Zefl
Brunswick
Bernardent
Botton
Princess Dowager of
Wales
Bernard
Boston
C—m
Charles Farnaby, Bart
Kent
Grace of Northumberland
Fleet Prison
Long Ditch
Tothill Fields
Mar
Lord Mansfield
Pierce
Ranelagh
Serene
Princess of
Charles Yorke
John
Joseph
Earl of Hardwick
House of Lords
Green
Douglas
Navy
Douglass
Charles
Stair
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Liberty Flame Boosted by Middlesex Journal Support
Postscript proclaims malicious reports aimed at harming the paper and hawker bribery to prejudice the public. It asserts the Middlesex Journal is aided by renowned writers and patriots, and vows dedication to serving the country and public trust.
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Middlesex Journal
Turco Russian War News From Crimera and Poland
Warsaw July 31 dispatch reports Turkish forces in Rusian Ukraina under Gen Romanzow advancing to oppose them while Gen Berg’s 20 000 Calmacks enter Crimea. Choczim fortress holds as siege continues and forage scarcity forces garrison to move horses. Karaman Pacha has ordered the Seraskier beheaded after a defeat, with Grand Vizir guarding Bender pass and detaching 30 000 daily to harass the Russians. Prince Gallitzin and Romanzon align in Moldavia near the Neister as nobles of Kalish and Palatinate prepare to muster troops.
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Warsaw
Ukraina
Romanzow
Berg
Cremea
Choczim
Karaman Pacha
Bender
Great Poland
Gallitzin
Romanzon
Neister
Forces siege fortress as Turkish garrison weakens
Reports state Grand Turkic army lines under Lieutenant General Stouelés press a siege with four batteries while the Turkish garrison of about ten witnessed rallies. Ruffizins refrain from assault, aiming to reduce the fortress by cannon fire as weary Tarears consider returning home.
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Thorians
Choezii
Stouelés
Westminster London News Roundup on Court Gallants and Gov
Reports from Westminster and London recount political tensions as the Princess Dowager delays for her daughter the Princess of Brunswick, while Governor Bernard seeks continued office amid inquiry. Public notices touch on petitions, policing, market activity, debt arrests, and street behavior with lively tavern and resident names.
Spa Nobility Boost At Kilkenny Waters Benefit
An Aug letter reports many nobles visiting the Spa this season and benefiting from the waters. A White Boys threat in Kilkenny warns residents to avoid tythe robbers or face death, followed by oaths to farmers. Mary M Dermot renounces Rome and joins Protestantism near Meath. In Smock Alley, a young man is robbed by three foot-pads, a crooked knife at his throat and about ten shillings seized.
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Relan D
St. John’s
Dublin
Mary M‘dermot
Rome
Bridge design approved for city project at Guildhall
In Worcester on Friday a meeting of bridge commissioners approved Gwynn's design and appointed him architect to proceed with construction. In Exeter a thief jailed for breaking into a ship cabin and stealing a silver watch and coins. watch later recovered after linked to earlier thefts at the New Inn. Other robberies reported at the quay. woolen goods stolen and multiple thefts under investigation. A second Westminster Electors address promised for next.
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Country News
Worcester
Guildhall
Gwynn
Exeter
Southgate Prison
New Inn
Topsham
Westminster
Bank Stock and Annuities Prices in 18th Century Ledger
A compact accounting note lists bank stock prices and various annuities from different years and markets. Entries include 3 percent bank annuities, old and new annuities, India and South Sea mentions, and bonds with premiums, all stated with fractional prices and dates such as 1751 1756 1762 and 1905-8. The fragmentary text reads like a bond and annuity quotation page from a 18th to early 19th century financial ledger.
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India
Ditto
Ditto India
Prem, Navy & Vic
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