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Notable 18th Century Letter on Mayoralty and Elections
A long letter discusses Aldermanic elections in London, arguing for Mr Townsend and criticizing Mr Wilkes and Mr Sawbridge. It defends Townend as worthy and warns against Parliament’s meddling in the City’s choice. The piece also notes a Gazetteer dispute and a proposed levy on theatres and assemblies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shence Gilow
Panight
Wilkes
Townend
William St¢i Mélirs
Townsend
Oliver
Nal Sueehieves
Liberties of
England
Gioen
Friends of Liberty
Sawbridge
Whith
Britannicus
House of Lords
Nigel
the East India Company
Becausic
Atdeki
Thev
Forthey
Ihan
Saminpale
Seidigi
Becdusz
The
Commission
Wade
India