Patriots Corner on the Geneva dispute and British petitioning
The piece contrasts Geneva’s historic struggle over “negative” rights with modern British quarrels over petitions and government redress. It notes ministerial tyranny fears, calls for open trial and parliamentary review, and cites extracts from Boston and London letters praising American liberty and condemning ministerial measures against Boston.
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China
Prin
A Man and a Briton September 20, 1769
Fragmentary notes describe a subject involving a man and a Briton dated September 20, 1769. The readable text hints at a dispute or incident but provides no clear actions or outcomes to confirm specifics. The passage appears historical and fragmentary with limited context.
Preston Ledger: Inquiry Over Spurious Mayor Candidate
The injured Freemen of Preston request the town rectable body of Bedford to inform whether Burgoyne, a counterfeit member, attended the late Mayor election. A titular lord claims publicly that it was not the counterfeit but another with the same name who participated.
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Republic of
Geneva
J. -J. Rouffeau
Great Britain
Middlesex- Journal
Preston
Bedford
Burgoyne
Corsican liberty debate and British politics mix
A fragment from a colonial era newspaper details calls for parliamentary inquiry into peace transactions and public funds, criticizing coercive measures and praising Paoli and liberty. It notes Dr Musgrave’s proposed national disorder cure, Lord Bute’s contortions in Europe, and civic reactions including a Boston ship departure amid celebrations for Hanoverian ascent.
Bank Stock Notes and Annuity Rates from 18th Century
A fragment lists various bank stock figures and annuity rates with references to 3 per cent and 4 per cent bonds. Mentions faded entries like fhut and ditto, including Old and New Annuities in different years. Also notes India bonds, Navy and War Bills, and long annuity tickets with scattered prices and premiums.
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India
Navy & Via
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