The patriots motion; or, the wise men of Gotham

All titles

• The patriots motion; or, the wise men of Gotham
• Motion.

People / Organizations

• William Webb junior ("printed for")

Imprint

London] : Printed for W. Webb, near St. Paul's; and sold by the booksellers of London and Westminster, 1741.

Publication year

1741

ESTC No.

T196743

Grub Street ID

230074

Description

1 sheet : ill. ; 1°.

Note

Verse - "Who be dat de box do sit on?"

Another edition appeared with the title 'The motion'

A satirical poem referring to a motion to address the Crown for the dismissal of Sir Robert Walpole, which was defeated in the House of Commons in February 1741.

Uncontrolled note

Large satirical engr. above verses