Oath of Silence by William George Edmunds 1776
William George Edmunds of Suez Lane Pariso of St Andrew s Hotto rn swears he will not reveal names of any person involved with the Chronicle or other periodicals. He pledges to protect authors, provide fair writings, and destroy manuscripts after press, with return option by request. Sworn at Mansion House London January 1 1776 before WM Beckford mayor.
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William George.edmunds
Suez-Lane
St. Andrew's
Hottorn
Perfor
MW. G. Edmunds
Mansion House
London
Beckford
N.B. Ag. Edmunds
Bitin
Edmunds
Printer
Junius
Fabnny Ketch
St. George’s
Bagshot
Zyrrel
Teddy
Critique of a Middlesex preacher and Junius in 1770
A letter from Walks of Temple dated January 12 1770 blasts a country parson for using Latin and pedantry in sermons while defending the use of plain speaking. The author vents anger at Junius the writer and politicians, calls for action against treason or blasphemy, and laments the lack of bold reformers amid ongoing political turmoil. The missive ends with wary hope for a solid account of Junius from King’s Bench authorities.
Public Ledger Attacks on Sir Joseph Mawhbey Rebutted
A letter defends Sir Joseph Mawhbey against illiberal abuse and coins the term Mushroom for wit aimed at him. It argues his fortune stems from kin, prudent conduct, extensive business, and a beneficial marriage. The piece notes his title was granted by the Sovereign.
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Public Ledger
Bey
Joseph
Joseph ‘Mawhbey
Baronet praised for virtue and public service in Ravenstone
A letter extols Sir Joseph of Ravenstone as an excellent Baronet with noble ancestry and amiable private character. The writer, a friend from Vauxhally and Southwark, lauds his affability generosity and devotion to constituents in Parliament, and defends him against party attacks. The piece aims to correct public misperceptions and affirm his value to the community.
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Tam
Ravenstone
Joseph
Parliament
Vauxhally
Southwark
House of Commons
Ravenfone
Portuguese King Attacked While Hunting Shoots Attacker
The report notes the king of Portugal was attacked by a beggar-like man during a hunt at Villa Victosa. The king escaped by pushing his horse, sustaining a hand contusion while guards seized the assailant. No trial details are given. Additional item: news from Beghorn mentions a Muscovite and a Grecian vessel arriving from Portmahon with word of the Russian fleet near Elphinston, expected in the Mediterranean.
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Portugal
Villa Victosa
Beghorn
Portmahon
Sieur Elphinston
Mediterranean
England
Political intrigues and court changes in the realm
Yesterday morning the Duke of Grafton met with the Queen's approval to discuss plans for restoring liberties. Rumors speak of a commission governing the great seal, possible resignations, and reshuffles in the administration. Reports mention a diplomatic standoff with France and Spain, potential promotions, and upcoming changes in the admiralty and navy boards.
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Duke of Grafton
Queen’s Palace
Earl of
Wilmot
Justice Willes
Baron Smythe
Lord Camden
Yorke
Viscount Palmerston
Piercy Brett
George Yonge
Law Ard
Lord Chatham
Legge
Ireland
France
Spain
Duke of Bolton
Isle of Wight
House of Commons
Penson
Europe
Paris
Versailles
Duke of G
Yorkshire
Hague
the Prince of Orange
House of Peers
Viscount Say
Sele
House of Lords
Lincoln’s Inn Hall
Admiralty
Navy
Bingley
Monro
Edinburgh
Earl of Errol
Scotland
Earl of Eglinton
Chan
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Middlesex Journal
Sir
R. Greon
Mo‘destus
Johnny Ketch
King’s- Bench
Holland
Lon
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