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Letter allege Thomas Walpole smuggling goods in Dartford
The writer claims Mr. Thomas Walpole, MP for Lynn and favoured by government, landed from France and tried to smuggle items including mens and womens ruffles, wigs cauls, a tissue waistcoat, a gold crucifix and a double barreled gun. The note promises Charles Fox inventory and a ministerial bid to restore items.
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Thomas Walpole
Lynn
George the
France
Dartford
Old England