Independent Freeholder Reproaches Grace of N with Tyranny
A Northumberland independent freeholder writes a pointed public rebuke to the Duke of N, accusing him of private correspondence destruction, electoral meddling, and tyranny. He vows to continue epistolary challenges, urging reflection by the court and freeholders amid claims of aristocratic oppression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grafton
Bedford
A. Junius
Mig
Ford
Middlesex
Westminter
Northumberland
Liberty of the press in Britain argued by Hume essay
The excerpt argues that free press powers guard liberty against court ambition and despotic rule. It warns that strong laws on edition and punishment may be necessary yet heavy restraint risks endangering the nation. The author reflects on republican versus monarchical elements and the peril when press liberty is undermined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Hume
England
Agus Jide
Britain
Queries on Carmarvan and Penton enlistment in liberty banners
An 18th century letter notes an extract from Winchester stating the Marquis of Carmarvan and Mr. Penton have joined liberty causes under the Court Post alias. The writer questions their journalistic craft, pledges to reveal more, and asks two pointed questions about Penton’s May London trip and his vote against Lin Llurell Mes and Cavendish ties.
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St. James’s
Winchester
Marquis of Carmarvan
Penton
Liberty
Jack Wilkes
Mr. _ Penton
London
Bose
Luurell
Cavendith
Any'peron
Silveximich
Cutcers
Samuel Ee
Thana
Thomas Walpole
James
Everard
Ipfusi
Woodbridge
Toswich
Huggins
S. Warrant
Fragmentary line hints at political vote opposition
A fragmented OCR line references a party stance and an opposition vote. It mentions Bidet Freaa and places such as Pan of Pape Wintkefer with a dated note 1769. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear actions or outcomes.
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Pape Wintkefer
Ofabir
Contention Over Lutheran Chapel and Dispute Letter
A 1769 letter exchange critiquing a published paragraph about a Portuguese mass-house and a Lutheran chapel in Goodmans-field. The writer defends his stance, mocks opponents, and threatens to publish the full dispute with letters from both sides, dated Friday Oct. 6 1769. The tone is combative, with references to sermons, dissertations, and university statutes. Names include Dr Rachel and various Protestant figures, reflecting religious polemics.
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Rachel
Bette
Fell
Germany
Goodmans-field
Christ
England
London
Eany
Prayer Against Clergy Corruption and National Dangers
A fragmentary old piece pleads for divine deliverance from clerical depravity infidelity and Metheists and the dangers facing the sovereign and nation. It cites alleged dangers from a daring ministry and from public figures, calling for God’s intervention. The text reflects late historical religious and political anxieties in a distressed nation.
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Middlesex
Shakespeare Name Omitted From Play Bills Inquiry
A note from Gray's Inn official M Struth of Willwifeers A. C. asks Mr Garrick why the name of Shakespeare was discontinued on play-bills. The card conveys greetings and seeks clarification on the change in billing practice.
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Willwifeers A. C.&a
Struth
Gray's
Ian
Garrick
Shakespeare
Middleses Journal Querist Letter to Editor
A reader in the Middleses Journal urges candid reply to public inquiries posed by critics. The writer claims many questions deserve honest, wise answers and invites scrutiny of the September 26 issue. The piece frames the exchange as a test of truthfulness and journalistic responsibility.
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Wi-D
London Mayor Election and City Tensions at Guildhall
Reports from Guildhall describe morning ceremonies for the Lord Mayor election with Aldermen Beckford and Tricothie chosen by the Liverymmer. The scene includes debate over the Capias against the Chevalier D Eon, calls for public justice, and warnings of possible naval war and rising taxation to support liberty against traitors.
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Mock
Jamies Tatmark Mendy Big
John Sawdridge
Egas Sherif
City of London
Middlesex
Guildhall
Beckford
Tricothie
Logdon
Capias
Wilkes
France
England
Theophilus Jackson
Yorkshire
Dulby
Letter to Sir William Draper from Manila to Batavia
A garbled letter discusses a rumor about 82 leaders in an expedition and asks for a copy to be published. The writer seeks inclusion of anti Draper content and mentions a printer’s office and urgent publication.
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Manilla
Batavia
Nusa
Cols
Monton
William. Draper
Absige
Anfuers
Fragmentary OCR Note with Mixed Letters and Numbers
The readable text contains scattered phrases and numbers from an OCR fragment. It mentions names or terms like Asa and India and includes uncertain figures such as 1755 and 1462. Overall content is garbled and lacks a coherent event or clear entities to summarize meaningfully.
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Middlesex Journal
Ype Es Eeefeet
George II
Neifs
Silesia
Prussia
Europe
Henry
Sampson’ Woodfall
Aldermar
Westminster Hall
Henry Bankes
Newmarket
Reynard
Sons of Liberty
Ae Union Pe
Nile
India
Ann Guty
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