8 September 1735
Zenger, John P. (1697-1746)
Newspaper
Title: New-York weekly journal. [Vol. 933, no. 96 (September 8, 1735)]
Published one month after Zenger's acquittal. Complains that the magistrate has no right over nor should intrude in the private lives of citizens. Argues that by liberty and natural right, men are entitled to govern over their own private affairs, have freedom of thought, and "carry his own conscience." Includes a foreign affairs section where updates on the War of Polish Succession are reported. Also includes a section for New York news, entries and departures of the New York customs house and advertisements.
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