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Newspaper
Middlesex Middlesex Journal
Location
Middlesex, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jan 20, 1770
Page
4
The text argues for the propriety and elegance of horned cattle as symbols of strength and royal power, citing biblical and classical authorities. It warns against pestilent infection among political leaders and urges precautionary measures, defending a late war stance and opposition to measures harming colonial ties to Britain.
An anecdote about an unnamed count and Lady M recounts a youth spent apart from parental affection. The Count, after living in France as a Parisian native, drew interest from a high ranking Frenchwoman who admired his wit and charm. Lady M questions love, noting the Count’s travels to Avignon where a connection with the woman deepens as schemes unfold to lure him there.
In Avignon a Count, posing as a son, seeks acceptance by Madam La B and Lady Mary. After months of close companionship, the ruse collapses when the Count fails to win forgiveness and departs aboard a white horse, mishap and stubborn misadventure following. Colonel Forrester corroborates the tale told by Mr. W, with further embellishment.
The postscript assures readers that items in the paper are authentic with vouchers available. News from Paris reports disasters from banker and merchant failures causing widespread ruin and public anger. The Sieur Billard's rumored prison submission provokes consternation as related suicides and fraudulent bankruptcies surface. A Dunkirk arrest foils a near million franc hoard, while a new epigram circulates.
Authentic letter from the condemned Gordon to his brother Sir Charles Gordon describes his innocence and sorrow before execution. He pleads for his mother, cites failed pardons, laments deceit by allies, and prays for just vengeance as guards take him to the scaffold on the appointed date. He notes military distinction granted for his death and mentions Brest.
London reports from across Europe describe urgent orders for royal navy arsenals and dockyards at Port l Orient to support France. Brest notes the new ship Le Duc de Chablais launching with seventy four guns. Archangel mentions a 700 ton Ruffian ship sunk in the Maelstrom. Letters from Barbadoes say English sloop from New Providence was seized and later released. A courtly figure warns that reform may lift European monarchs toward wealth. Earl of Chatham addresses the House of Lords on national affairs and distribution reforms loom. An official conference at St James's considers the Great Seal appointment and treasury abuses.
Discontent noted in Ireland with comments on policy and a large sum sent to Portsmouth for dockyard needs. Dispatches arrive from the Lord Lieutenant and Nova Scotia governor, plus reports of potential new command for Sir George Pocock and debate over coercive measures against Bostonians.
The Current PRICES of STOCKS list Bank stock I5E 2151 and India ditto B17 with various "fhut" values. Old and New Annuities, 3 per Cent Bank reduced to 4 3-4 per Cent. Con, 84 1-8 and 3 per Cent ditto 1726 and 17.51, -82.3 4. India Annuities 3 hf. Bank Annuities fhut 3 i hf. per Cent ditto 1759 fut. 4 per Cent Con 17625 96 1-8 India Bonds 2 Navy and Victualling Bills 3 per Cent Exchequer Long Annuities fhut.
The article discusses how stock prices should reflect the real value of money, arguing that prices for Bank Stock India Stock and South Sea Stock at 4 percent, with 33 and a half for annuities, align with current money value. It notes adding expected dividends at purchase time yields the true price while money remains above 4 percent.
The Norfolk briefing delivers notices on local items. A Citizen's Jester about Black-Fryar's bridge is rejected for reflections on a committee requiring proof or signed acc. The Thickneffe letter to General Elliot is accepted for publication.
In the refined style of miniature and Indian ink, Brock Mer offers striking likenesses at reasonable terms. Drawing taught in an easy manner at the Golden-Head, Bridges Street, Covent Garden.
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