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Newspaper
Bristol Journal
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jan 03, 1789
Page
1
Vienna reports the Emperor returned in perfect health to the capital. In Mapribd Spain King Charles XII died after a brief illness at seventy three, ending a thirty year reign. Kew dispatches note the Majesty’s mood and sleep improved, remaining calm and undisturbed through the morning.
The Lords debated the nations fate focusing on the right to model succession. Lord Hopetown defended cautious measures while Lord Abingdon denounced doctrines asserting Prince of Wales claims. He argued inheritance is conditional and Parliament holds power to adjust succession under law, challenging Whig and Tory orthodoxy.
In a heated Lords debate the Prince of Wales is urged to be named Regent only with caution. Arguments weigh the risks of dethroning the king, preserving the crown, and preventing improper legislation without royal assent. Endorsed views warn against empowering a regent with full monarchic authority.
A heated Lords debate centered on whether to establish a Regency and define its powers amid King George III’s illness. Speakers argued about the Crown’s incapacity, the role of the Regent, and the legal bounds of Parliament. The amendment failed by 99 to 33, with two resolutions carrying as the House adjourned.
London report notes a three hour audience between the Lord Chancellor and Charles James Fox at his lordship's Great Ormond Street residence. Dr Wallis remains confident of the King's recovery though warns cure may lag due to the monarch's personal state. The Prince of Wales visited the King at Kew then met the Queen and princesses before returning to town.
The King of Spain is succeeded by the Prince of Asturias and politics remain steady under the treaty. The Swedish fleet, blocked in Sweabourg for months, finally escaped ice conditions and arrived at Carlfcroon on the 22d of the month, after being towed due to large ice flakes.
Charles Willing and wife Ann Willing advertise in this paper. Livingy and others may hear of something advantageous in Bristol. Decry 1788.
Entire stock of ironmongery and cutlery goods from the late John Hare ironmonger estate, including tools, brass furniture, locks, kettles, and more, offered in suitable lots with no reserve. Whole stock available to purchasers on advantageous terms. Creditors to apply for payment details at Tuomas Vintue Redcliff Street corner near the Bridge.
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