Letter to James Bateman, Mayor of London [manuscript], 1716 December 7.

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Letter to James Bateman, Mayor of London [manuscript], 1716 December 7.

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In a letter, 1716, to James Bateman, the mayor of London, George II expresses concern for the poor of the London; notes that he has suggested that the Bishop of London take up a collection for the poor; and recommends that Bateman assist the Bishop. The letter is signed by Charles Townshend.

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