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Preface to Junius edition on press liberty and trials
The preface defends a complete edition of Junius Letters, praising Henry Sampson Woodfall and arguing for press freedom. It reflects on prosecutions, juries, and Lord Mansfield’s doctrines, warning against royal overreach and urging public oversight through the press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junius
H. Ss. “Woodfall
Henry Sampson Woodfall
Philo Felts
William’ Draper
Mr.Horne
Philo Junius
Carrment
England
Wimnets Fheocé
Wilkes
Alemon
Mansfield
Lard Chatham
Woodfall
Council For the
Orgwn
Court of King’s Bench
Jogard
Lord Mansfield
Lord Barrington
Lord Melcombe
Lae
Dior
Finch
Coke
Variarce
Togny
Pinihujeateis
Singulan
Europe
House of Hanover
Star Chamber
Charles the First