Resignation debate over ministry and national harmony
The piece critiques a minister for resigning to align with the sovereign, defending his independence and virtue against maligners. It references a historical memorandum with Spain and France, the king’s peace aims, and urges principled governance, citing a parable of Miss Bethy Bull and Dr Worthy to illustrate merit over bribery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council
Bethy Bull
Worthy
Miss
Beysey
Sam
Brito
Grateful Acknowledgment to H Hospitals Officers
Nov 5, 1761 George Morris writes to the Presidents and Governors of Bridewell and Bethlem, thanking them for their courteous reception and requesting favor in any future occasion. He signs as Lime-street’s humble servant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridewell
Bethlem
Lime-street
George Morris
Bethlen
Black Swan Court
Barthalomewiane
George Newland
STATE LOTTERY OFFICE OFFERS PRIZES AND TICKETS IN 18TH CENTURY MENU
State Lottery advertisement from 1761 claims deductions on shares and chances, offers tickets and chances at low prices, promises prompt prize payments, lists offices in London at Poultry and Craig's Court, and notes a drawing scheduled for Monday on the date. It touts keep of numerical and register books and schemes, and urges merchants and societies to remit money promptly.
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Berry
Wenham
Crrocer
s-Atley
London
Craig's Court
Charisse Crofts
Rc Ray
Urua
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