Liberties of press attacked and hardships faced by Wilkes supporter
The writer laments severe hardships endured to defend liberty of the press and other rights, noting Wilkes and other authors faced imprisonment and interrogatories. He compares current ministers' measures to Tudor tyranny and promises further letters, signing as F.G.
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Charles I
Tam, Sr
Contrast to a scene of Magic from the Gazetteer of last month
The stage piece shows three wizards debating English ground and global politics. A French heart, a Spanish tale, and damning gold drive a chorus toward upheaval while HEcate rails at Liberty’s dissenters. The dialogue blends satire and political critique with magical pantomime.
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