18 Apr 1761
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Newspaper
Public Ledger
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Apr 18, 1761
Page
1
The article discusses enduring faith amid illness and distraction, urging reliance on God's word and public worship. It cites Psalm 42 and Jesus' teaching on discipleship, noting temptations to hypocrisy and the healing power of divine communion. It uses excerpts to illustrate constancy in devotion through exile, sickness, and spiritual trials.
An 18th century chronicle describes General Amherst subduing Fort Levi on the St Lawrence and marching toward Montreal. It lists leaders, regiments, and nations, praising restraint of violence and citing divine aid in passage down the Cedars rapids. The narrative credits Amherst and his officers with victory and declares the land claimed for the realm.
Port notices report arrivals and departures in April from Falmouth Plymouth and Pool. Vessels include Anne and Margaret Palmer from Neath and Lacy Augusta for the West Indies. Multiple ships from Cork Lisbon Southampton bound for Plymouth and Whitehaven evident.
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