13 Feb 1760
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Newspaper
Public Ledger
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Feb 13, 1760
Page
1
The piece presents Samuel Thrift defending his father's conduct and praising his uncle's benevolence and guidance. It recounts early childhood with his uncle, moral lessons on generosity, prudent use of wealth, and a vow to steward the fortune for good. He contrasts paternal reproach with unclely kindness and urges responsible charity and happiness.
A historical discourse argues that lasting alliances rest on mutual interests and justice. Partners must honor commitments, adapt to changes, and support each other after tending their own concerns. Calm prudence and steady vigor are urged to avoid rash decisions and preserve gains.
A rough verse depicts a chimney sweep in a street garb licking curd from his chaps and feet. It describes his gluttonous relish, smeared nose, itching midsection, and the pile of filth he consumes with glee while comparing his appetite to that of ladies choosing approval.
Port News reports winds from the southwest delaying several ships sailing for Lisbon Cork and Waterford. Vessels named Tagus Allen Charming Peggy Dowers Nancy Ruthge Eleanor Andrews Two Arthurs with captains or owners listed remain in port awaiting favorable conditions.
Foreign intelligence reports the Paris parliament informing the king of the edicts registered at the justice court and the state of distress across France. They condemn new taxes, credit collapse, halted trade, and drained treasuries, urging restraint and adherence to justice rather than ruinous measures.
Downs with the ships as per last Arrived ane sailed for the river the St Mary Reed from Jamaica Jomssa were Arrived At Dover the Britannia Tolmie from Guadalupe At Virginia the Keith Miller from Clyde At Clyde the Agnes Duthie from Virginia in 37 days At Cuxhaven the Lady Angle Koopman from Exeter At Antigua the Industry Rothery from Cork the Snapper Salthouse and the Woodford Hale from Africa
From London Gazette dated Feb 5 details troop positions near Freyberg with the king of Prussia and hereditary prince of Brunswick in quiet quarters between Freyberg and Chemmutz. Recruits rise in Saxony and Prussia. officers dispatched to organize levies in Byane denbourg and Silesia. Weather thaw in Saxony since the 28th. Death of Landgrave of Helle Caffel noted at Rintelen.
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