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Whisperer Letter From 18th Century Prisoner Revealed
A fragmented 1771 letter from Reading Goal warns the ministry of secret plots and promises aid if France is sought, with a second 1978 London note claiming a reward from Count Guignes for turning Kings evidence. The text references jailers, bail conditions, and a shop on Chancery Lane where originals are seen.
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France
Mr. Barrain
Reading Goal
Britain
Calais
London
Count Guignes