Royal George sunk at Spithead and tidal notes from 1782
A fragmented historical record lists the Royal George sinking at Spithead in 1782 and dramatic high water times. It notes dates such as August 3 and September 1 1782 with moon phases and daily high water marks, plus an anniversary reference to the Great Fire of London in 1666.
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London Bridge
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Strand
Letts and Son
Royal Exchange
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Cambridge
Hi. M
Galf
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High-street
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London
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Bristol
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Royal George
Spithead
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Louisa Si—Zikere
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Kennington
J.C
Colridge
John Johnston
Auxha
Bass
Fanny H
Caledonia
Robert Burrell
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Legal Q A and advice letters from Victorian column
A long reader letter page features scattered legal queries and responses on topics such as landlord liability, marriage settlements, debt recovery, and orphan status. The column cites figures and cases, with cautious legal guidance and occasional critique of public figures, including Lord Brougham, and notes on public administration and health remedies.
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A.X
R. S
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Eyre
Laminzion
Inner Temple
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A.B
WSIS
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Lyetan
W. HE
Lembeth
W. WW. C
Westminster Court of Requests
L. Léa
Serjeant Spankie
Law Nite
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East Indies
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Tottenham-court-road
Society For the Prevention of
Lord Brougham
House of Lords
Commons
Lord Atchorp
Chadwick
Sioner
N. H
A. Thorp
W.N.H
S. Smith
Garden Advice and Botanical Questions From The Era
An 18th century column answers readers on sowing birch from seed, planting distances, and long cultivation cycles. It covers practical tips from seed beds to transplanting, with notes on soils, manures, and protecting young plants. It also cites sources for botany, garden books, and plant characteristics across varieties and climates.
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London
Pardeng
Kernan
Russstl-street
Covent-aarden
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Bishopsgate-street
Marnock
Harrison
Emma
Nile
Alexandria
Alexander the Great
Bether
G. Dawson
Spitalfields
Caristmas
Marguerite
Arnold
Sumatra
Clergy Interference in Elections Sparks Widespread Criticism
In this strong editorial stance, the author denounces clergymen who join political campaigning, arguing it fosters discord and schism within churches across England Scotland and Ireland. The piece urges restricting clergy voting and politics to restore impartial parish leadership and church unity.
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Heaven
Middlesex
Messrs
Wymne
Byng
Cheshire
Joshua King
Courts of Justice
Wilbraham
Ireland
Queen’s etiquette criticized as obsolete in palace circles
A contemporary opinion argues that strict etiquette for the Queen is outdated and counterproductive. It condemns ceremonial rigidity as devoid of affection, urging simple natural conduct and forbidding divisions such as separate dining tables for certain guests.
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Elizabeth
Queen's hospitality rules spark debate over guests at table
A critique questions the rulers selection for royal dining, arguing foreign ministers and parliament members should not share a single table. The piece contrasts such ceremonial splits with the Queen’s mother era, urging a return to simple access to the sovereign.
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England
Manchester
Liverpool
Saxony
Hesse Darmstadt
Russia
Queen Victoria's Windsor procession dampened by rain
Windsor witnessed Queen Victoria's ceremonial entry amid a sudden deluge after a spell of warm weather. Loyal crowds cheered despite the downpour as the Queen rode in an open cart with only a parasol for cover, acknowledging the sea of umbrellas and coats.
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Canute
Windsor
Queen Victoria
Public clash over ballot and political corruption in Britain
The piece rails at political denials and accusations as the ballot is urged as a safeguard against abuses. It blasts Robert Scarlett and Henry Baring for their public statements, mocks Lord Cristopher, and condemns aristocratic arrogance, warning that Carlton Club control would degrade the nation.
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Robert Scarlett
Marquis of
Grote
Henry Baring
Cristopher
Lord Worsley
Lincolnshire
Mary Sonebody
Mr. Cristopher
Raea
Carlton Club
Thames Tunnel interruption endangers works and no deaths
The Thames Tunnel suffered a sudden influx of water on a Wednesday causing a halt in tunneling. No lives were lost as workers escaped. Brunel's assistant-engineer narrowly escaped drowning. Engineers pumped and sealed the breach while gas dangers and a new bridge-like trajectss invention drew attention.
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Winn Lt
Brunel
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