Prison disputes and a wretched boxing crowd in Gravesend
The report details conflicts between prison master and matron at Sarat Foe Prison and a dismissed matron. It notes a boxing event near Broncos opposite Greenhithe where spectators left disappointed as a fight failed to occur, with two men jailed and a bystander succumbing later. An inquest adjourns into the Franklin case amid suspicions, and Alfred Pim pleads temporary insanity after an assault and self harm.
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Galteoy Oy Seana
Gallish
St ’ Feltham
Busi
Watsesing
Cancerhie Jrons
Priz Bom 2
Broncos
Greenhithe
James_Morris
Westminster
Seaerae
Redfell Aenacleas
Gravesend
Rytov
Coxe
Saeed Penasen
Ren
Court and Personal News From Windsor and Parliament
The piece notes plans by Queen Victoria to increase Windsor charitable initiatives at her expense, including the Box Almshouses. It mentions possible government moves if Lord Canning approves, with Disraeli touted for a role at a high salary. It also records Lord Lyppard’s 86th birthday and peers in the House of Lords, including the Marquess of Bristol and Viscount S. Vin sans.
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Tee Coerd Chaler
Pega
Windsor
Qasce Charisite
Rootee
Elina Salewe
Aree
Gundey
Advertiser
Lord Canning
Gromer Gover
India
Disraeli
Hise
Srycar
Diszsali
Lorn Lyxpacrst
House of Pee
Lore Sinclair
Tami
Briatal Snd
Vinca
Tigr
Lapyet
Jersey as a Summer Oasis for British Visitors
The article extols Jersey as a premier British resort offering views of France from the Channel, its fortifications, historic sites, and charming villages. It notes the beauty of Gorey and Bouley Bay, the island’s landscapes, and appeals for Congregational church facilities to accommodate visitors and locals alike.
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Paris
Old England
Jersey
France
Pothoes
Heliar
Bagwd
Hussbeth
Et Anbio
Rander
Charles
Paynne
Gorey
Bouley Bay
Bonneaid
Miljois
Pictains
Jeramy
Thich
Orier
Lara
Enginack
Lena
Hicker, Jorsey
Vancouver's Rise and the Pacific Era Vision
An obscure fragment discusses Vancouver's future role on the Pacific coast and envisions the region developing into a major hub of open ocean trade and continental links. The text hints at ambition for vast foundations in commerce and urban growth amid a broader Pacific vision.
Ecclesiastical Entelligence on Will Contests and Papist Influence
A 1555 will in Vert near Mantes bequeaths the bulk to AbbS Maitre, triggering a civil challenge by the deceased’s brother who accuses the abbey churchman of pressuring the testatrix. The tribunal orders proof of abuse, highlighting church influence in inheritance disputes. A New Waxe journal critique links Irish Catholics to crime in New York’s police reports.
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Pigis
Vert
Mantes
Mass
Priceta
New York
Ecclesiastical notices and church recognitions facially discussed
A long article reviews multiple church events including consecration at Westminster Abbey, a twenty third anniversary celebration at Barnsbury Sunday Schools, and recognitions of new ministers in Bushham, Beccles, and Little Hadham. It notes parish affairs, funds, and clerical movements across several towns with varied attendance and speeches.
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Balwawar
Barnsbury Chapel
Theophilus Lewsey
Tes
H. C. Anderson
Paxton Hood
J. 2Lacfarien
B.A
Messrs. Groser
We. HE. Groser
Bundsy-school Union
Messrs
Greet, Grifith
Snd Nottage
T. Lessey
Creak
Colby
John Alesender
Norwich
Stallybrasa
Charch
Stallybeass
Robert Crane
Guestwick
Charman
T. E.stallybrass
Stratford
London
W. Leggs
Fakenham
R. G. Wiliams
Dergham
Anderson
Wymondham
B B
Hickman
Wells
J. Dering
Stallybrass
Alexander
George B. Scott
T. Burgoes
Leresworth
J. Hammond
Handsworth
W. Creed
Wear Bromwich
W. Bevan
Wolverhampton
W. Robertean
Wednesbury
Dr. Gardom
Walsall
J. Baker
Rugely
Rav
Havas
Hunrs
Little Hadham
Robert Holden
Kirkstead
Lincolnshire
Ana Aes
Holden
Miter
Geneon
Missionary to China Plans Return Within a Year
The reverend stated he would be in China within twelve months to resume missionary duties and labors and to reunite with many friends as he prepared to depart.
Sailors Institute Appeals for Expanded Support at 25th Meeting
The twenty fifth annual meeting of the British and Foreign Sailors Society at Chadwell's Sailors Institute drew a crowded hall of seafaring men. Secretary Fretowick reported the new Sailors Institute building, with a four thousand plus income, and outlined church services, temperance work, classes, and missions in Britain. Speakers urged ongoing, expanded support to aid sailors who sustain national commerce and empire.
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Sailors’ Institute
Chadwell
Frank Crosaley
Kay
Fretowick
Armnal
Socmty
London
Great Britain
CasmMan
England
Gaonos Satu
Rashichette
Socers
J. S. Boesert
Yarmouth
Hagland
Merca Marine
Commercial Energies Wane Amid Market Stagnation in City
The city’s commerce remains largely inactive with little demand for goods and a cautious mood across sectors. The Board of Trade reports a drop in exports and shipping, while cotton and woollen goods show mixed fault lines as markets adjust before expectations of any quick recovery.
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America
Tus Courtry
Adraus
Melbourne
Norte
oAeisi
India
Bragiusa
Buccog Ayres
Venezuela
Great Northern
Great Western
Midland
South Wales
North- Eastern
Berwick
Scottish Central
Bristol
Exeter
East Kent
Brighton
North- Western
North-Eastern
York
North Stafford
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Cid
Gable
W.conway
St. Mishalas
Rochester
Spara
Oslontis
Tau
Youra Mux
Aaemobe
British and Foreign Sailors’ Society
Money Market
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