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England and Seas Rights in a Tory Letter Debate
A male voice argues that national sea sovereignty lies with England and critiques foreign fishers claiming liberty in English waters. The writer cites historical rights, mocks rival regions, and previews further discussion on fishery improvements to employ the poor, then pivots to reports from London about a fighting story and political satire overheard in a Birchin Lane coffee house.
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Venice
Italy
Icahn
England
Yobn
Stara’d
Leuis
Baden
Ulm
D'S
Prithee
Birchin- Lane