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Newspaper
Public Ledger
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 28, 1761
Page
2
The article discusses motives shaping the war between France and England, neutrality debates in Britain, and a seaward bulletin of ships and movements. It lists ships sailing from and to London, Milford, Guadalupe, and Jamaica, with arrivals at Weymouth and Nevis, noting notable vessels and officials among the movement.
A chaotic ledger of ships and crews arrives from distant ports as 10 000 letters flood tracking from Deal to Port Royal. Elections, executions, races, and casualties thread through references to colonies, fleets, and Parliament warrants while weathered officials report on craft, cargoes, and the readiness of transports sailing to distant shores.
In City Road an annual feast is announced for tomorrow at 3:30 PM if weather allows, else at the adjoining Fourthiff. Gentlemery Subscribers largely unaware due to lack of delivery info, but are urged to attend. PHILEMON: KEMP signs as humble servant.
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