01 Nov 1760
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Newspaper
Public Ledger
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 01, 1760
Page
1
A lengthy reverent tribute to a deceased monarch praises his virtues and leadership, highlighting unity, peace, and prosperity under his rule. It laments war’s toll, catalogs his benevolence and moderation, and casts his heir as a promising successor while urging enduring loyalty from subjects.
A funeral ode laments the death of a king from the Branswin line praising valour virtue wisdom and glory. The verse bids farewell to a great hero whose reign ends peacefully and triumphs over foes. The poem reflects reverence for a departed sovereign and honors his legacy.
Port News notes a fleet movement with several vessels including the Jason and Granada sloop and the Thomas and Jane, Barlow, a victualler, and all transports outward bound. Merchants and men of war waited yesterday for Portsmouth and Gravesend, while the Martha, Gray, and the King of Prussia, Blake, sail from Rotterdam.
The Lord Mayor Aldermen and Commons of the City of London present a humble address in Common Council to condole with the King on the death of his illustrious grandfather. They praise his late reign and express hope in the prince who now leads, noting God’s mercy and Britain’s union.
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