Proposals for Societies to reform public vice and Sabbath breaking
A letter from Hilborn dated September 28 1758 urges forming societies to suppress public prostitution and other immorality in the metropolis. The writer praises such reform groups in manufacturing towns and calls for rules and plans to guide new societies, including action against Sabbath breaking and drunkenness, while offering to contribute. The note prefaces a long foreign intelligence section.
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Hilborn
Death by Bleeding Foot Sore Near Halifax
A dated note from Warley in May 1798 reports the sudden death of a man near Halifax after bleeding from a minor leg sore that he aggravated until he died in about fifteen minutes. It recalls Isaac Ward of Aylesbury who bled to death when a swelling burst, uttering prayers and urging readiness for glory.
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Sia
Dawn of peace on the Continent and eastern war
The writer greets peace in Europe as a hopeful dawn while noting renewed war in the East. France seeks Rastadt peace to bolster efforts against Turks and Ruffians who unite against Christianity. The piece asserts Christianity will endure through divine measure.
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Rastadt
France urges 125 million funds to arm armies and fleets
Paris Sept 23 excerpts from the Executive Directory to the Council of 500 urge immediate measures to raise 125 million for land and naval forces. They push for 200,000 recruits, intensified naval action, and new contributions from national domains to press peace by force if needed. Buonaparte proclaims the army must conquer and deliver decisive blows for civilization and commerce.
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Valenciennes
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