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... that George Allsopp was arrested three times for not carrying a lantern? Source: "The irascible merchant may also have inspired the presentment’s recommendation that a garrison order compelling civilians and some soldiers to carry lanterns outside after dark be amended. In March and twice in October 1764, Allsopp had been arrested for violating this order." [1]
ALT1: ... that George Allsopp was arrested three times for not carrying a lantern at night? Source: Same as above