24 Jan 1840
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Newspaper
Courier
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jan 24, 1840
Page
1
In the Imperial Parliament the finance minister outlines deficits and projected expenditures, urging economy. He warns that revenue falls short of the needed sums, discusses Ireland Canada and colonial costs, and calls for careful management of naval and military strength to avoid ruinous taxation. The opposition questions government plans and the balance between defense and public debt.
The debate centers on government revenue losses from a proposed measure and related expenses. Lords consider pledges in the Commons, the potential impact on national finances, and the country’s ability to meet difficulties without harming its standing among nations. A petition from Chester Castle prisoners is noted for irregularities in their defense. A committee is appointed for the Enfranchisement Bill with a vote to commit the bill tomorrow.
A Baltimore style mock editorial laments the wartime currency policy's impact. It argues hard money measures depress farming and industry, citing wheat prices at 43 cents a bushel with three months credit, pork at two to four cents, and widespread labor idle. It blames Van Buren, warns of foreign creditors freezing trade, and urges voters to act in the upcoming election to restore prosperity.
Hearneva reports ships: Admiral at Winchester remaining till January then Jamaica, returning April. Cleopatra sailed West Indies. Ringdove sails to Jamaica. Pilot and Satellite refitting. Severe yellow fever strike with seven dead, 43 incapacitated. Islands still suffer hurricane effects from September 12. Also notes Princess Dashkova autobiography and Sir J Yarde Buller selected for motion of confidence in Ministers with support from Sir H Peel. Western Luminary.
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