Canadian Emigration and Colonial Trade in British North America
The piece reviews emigration prospects in Upper Canada and Nova Scotia, detailing agricultural advantages, the shift from timber monopolies, and British capital flows. It contrasts Canadian life with Britain, cites settlers’ gains, and notes Hudson’s Bay and Rhine lore as part of broader colonial history.
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British America
Edinburgh
Oxtres Axp
Tur
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Nova Scotia
New Branswick
New Pa
Great Britain
Canada
Upper Canade
Upper Canada
Wisehft
Sears
North America
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Royal George disaster analyzed by a veteran officer
Rear Admiral Lewes provides a detailed eyewitness reflection on the Royal George wreck of August 1782. He explains the cause as improper dewatering and shifting weight during repairs, describes the ship’s capsize at Spithead, and argues that explosions to wreck the vessel must use multiple fire points and the weaker hull areas. He notes similar powder explosions on East Indiamen and cautions against overreliance on gunpowder blasts.
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Boroz
Royal George
Spithead
London
Royal
Watts
Cowes
N. E
George
Isle of Wight
Lewes
Pictorial Hierony and the Slavery Trade History
A fragment discusses early slave origins from war captives, then traces slave trade expansion to non-war purchases for distant markets. It cites a Moses law condemning stealing and selling a Hebrew to a stranger, illustrating the rapid growth of the trade. The excerpt critiques the work’s vivid engravings and notes.
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Ble
Moses
MACAULAY Addresses Edinburgh Electors in 1859
In a Windsor Castle address dated October 1 1859 Macaulay urges Edinburgh electors to back him in difficult times. He defends the present advisers, rejects retreat, and vows to serve temperate liberty and progress, insisting his opinions remain unchanged and he will stand for a parliamentary seat after the election.
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Macaulay
Edinburgh Observer
Edinburgh
Sam
H. F. Commons
Vention
Totas
Windsor Castle
Boat-That launch on the Neva excites crowds in Petersburg
A Neva test of a rolled up Indian-rubber boat made of anil cloth with caont chouo inflation grew into a four-cock air driven craft that carried three aboard during river trials and drew attention for its agile movement and graceful appearance. A separate note from Egypt reports dogs biting horses when fed meat, and that a horse learns to avoid biting through mild lessons.
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Neva
Egypt
Hannay and Co Goods and Patent Preparations For Sale
A garland of 19th century cosmetic and patent remedies is advertised by Hannay and Co including Embroidered Sticking Plaster, Royal Lavender Extract, Manniay’s Smelling Salts, a cold dream cosmetic, vegetable oil soap, and imperial lip balm. The notice touts skin care products, perfumery, and East Indies trade, with prices listed in pence and shillings and references to royal warrants.
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Hanhay and Co’s
Hannay & Dietrichsen
East Indies
Mannay
Invalides
Hannay & Co
Notices on how to submit to the Constitutionalalist office
Instructions for addressed communications to the Constitutionalalist office at 12 Catherine Street Strand with options for London agents and payments. It notes threepence half-penny price and the rule against anonymous letters, and advertises submissions due by Friday for the next issue.
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Catherine Steet
Strand
Free
Postace
London
Catherine-street
Peel's Narrow Path to Premiership in 1838 Crisis
The Constitutionalists depict Sir Robert Peel as a talented yet undisciplined figure, trapped between Whigs extending suffrage and High Church Tories. They condemn his politics as lacking vision, portraying him kneeling to oligarchy while failing to unite his party. The piece warns the path to premiership hinges on his chosen side amid shifting factions.
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Baronet
Tamworth
Peels
Lord Byron
Harrow
Magnus Tamen
Robert Peel
Canning
Dryden
Wellington
Merve
Lyndhurst
Stanley
Peel
Sir Robert Peel
Movement
Progressors
Reform era turmoil and radical hopes clash in Britain
A discussion on the Reform Bill critiques aristocratic dominance in Parliament from rotten boroughs to the Lords while arguing two thirds of Britons favor liberal policies. It condemns backstairs intrigue, endorses Ballot reform, and urges a clear liberal majority, noting widespread support in major cities and regions. A curious Windsor terrace incident with a Paisley Scotsman observing Queen Victoria is briefly described.
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House of Commons
Birmingham
Manchester
Commons
England
Saltash
Grampound
Park
Gatton
Westminster
Old Saram
Liverpool
Bristol
House of Lords
Robert Peel
House of of Commons
Lord Melbourne
Great Britain
Salford
Sheffield
Glasgow
Leeds
Scotland
Ireland
Political turmoil and the fall of government foreseen
The passage foresees Tory collapse and Whig hesitation as decisive factors in political fate. It laments Liberal plans, questions Whig resolve, and warns that delayed decisions, public distrust, and weakened leadership could lead to a dissolution and a new savior of the public from aged, infirm governance.
Abstract of Net Produce of the Revenue 1838 figures
The quarterly and yearly comparisons show increases in Customs and Excise with notable declines in Stamps and Post Office revenue. Crown Lands rise year over year, while Miscellaneous Taxes climb. Payments under Ways and Means rise quarterly and yearly, with declines in Consolidated Fund charges and Exchequer Bills advances.
Opening of a new class in art and machinery by Edward Cowper
A new and important class of art and machinery was opened by Mr Edward Cowper for civil engineering and arts and manufactures at the institution. The first lecture on the printing machine traced ancient forms to modern steam printing, noting Nicholson Konig Applegarth Cowper and Napier advances. Queen Victoria has consented to patronage with a liberal donation and an annual subscription of 101. The society’s lands are flourishing.
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Canada Company
St. Lawrence
Montreal
Shireff
Cennot
Edward Cowper
Cowper
Herculangum
Nicholson
Konig
Applegarth
Napier
Lento
Edinburgh Journal
London
Herajesty
Marriage rumors swirl around King William and Countess Foultremont
Axersupam Oct 4 reports ongoing speculation about a potential royal marriage. Catholic influence, Jesuit officials, and bishops figure in alleged correspondence, with Protestant public opinion mixed over gains for Catholic power and political harmony in Holland.
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Axersupam
William
Father Roothaan
Jesuits
Holland
Hague
Handelsblad
Handalsblad
Prince of Russia Seeks Marriage to Darmstadt Princess
A Courrier Francais correspondent recounts how the Hereditary Grand Duke of Russia, after travel to courts, spotted a 15 year old princess in Darmstadt. He spoke with her, impressed by mind and looks, and sent a courier to the Emperor requesting consent to wed, which was granted.
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Frankfort
Courrier Francais
Russia
Darmstadt
Mary
Hesse-Darmstadt
Wos
Queen and Maids of Honour Leave Readers Gasp
A curious 19th century excerpt reports Willis praising Queen Victoria’s inner nature and humor while noting her beauty and dress allowances. The piece also covers Mehemet Ali’s amiable character, the Parma Archduchess alliance, a Daguerre varnish hint, and a sweeping observation on opium use among Chinese in Singapore and China.
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Tas
Willis
England
Lord Rivers
Victoria
Europe
Prince Puckler Muskau
Maria Lowica
Napoleon
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