The Liberty Affair
May 9 John Hancock pays duties on 25 pipes of wine, only one fourth of his ship's carrying capacity. British officials accuse him of unloading the rest during the night to avoid paying duties on the entire cargo.
John Wilkes Imprisoned
May 10 English radical John Wilkes imprisoned for writing an article for "The North Briton" severely criticizing King George III. This action provokes rioting in London.
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