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London Gazette - England - 1694-1709: large group of issues…
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13-Jun-2020
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London Gazette - England - 1694-1709: large group of issues between numb.3000 and 4578 with many articles of interest including issue 3003 (Aug.20) which reports the introduction of a superfine gunpowder which does not foul firearms, issue 3030 (Nov.22 1694) with a report from Paris that bread prices are rising, robberies are on the increase and a poll tax is to be levied, issue 3078 (May 9, 1695) reports that coal is being transported from Newcastle to Yarmouth in a fleet of 100 vessels, plus a notice for a performance of the William Congreve comedy 'Love for Love' at Lincoln's Inn Fields, issue 3125 (Aug.1696) with a proclamation notice for the apprehension of William Berkenhead sentenced to death for high treason, offering £1000 for his capture, issue 3235 (Nov.9 1696) with notification of the death sentence to 6 members of Avery's crew for piracy, lots more of interest in other issues, plus various announcements and the usual captivating advertisements, condition is somewhat mixed with some issues rather aged.(47)
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