Reasons for an augmentation of at least twelve thousand mariners, to be employed in the merchants-service, and coasting-trade; with some thoughts on the means of providing for a number of our seamen, after the present war is finished; also to support a constant additional marine-force, in order to the cheaper and more expeditious decision of our future quarrels; and to render pressing necessary in a less degree. Also to promote the benefit of ship-owners and under-writers; to extend the navigation of these kingdoms, and to take care of the poor who incline to a sea-life. Likewise, to make provision for the boys fitted out by the Marine-Society, when they shall be discharged from the King's ships. With some remarks on the Magdalen-House. In thirty-three letters to Charles Gray, Esq; of Colchester. By Mr. Hanway.

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M.DCC.LIX. [1759]