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15 May 1829

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Courier in London, Middlesex

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Courier

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London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

May 15, 1829

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Meeting Decries Currency Contraction and Tax Reform

A Birmingham crowd debates monetary policy, calling for a just currency and relief for labor. They urge Parliament to reconsider the Bank restrictions, reduce burdens, protect public faith, and push for a property tax on the wealthy. They also approve a petition to Parliament and honor speakers for their roles. A horse is auctioned in King Street afterward.

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Imperial Parliament debate on Canada petitions and colonial governance

Lords discuss a Canada petition from Upper Canada inhabitants, the removal of Justice Willis, and calls for colonial constitutional reform. They consider the balance between Imperial and colonial authority, the independence of the Legislative Council, and the need for responsible government while emphasising loyalty and the strategic importance of the colonies to Britain.

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Irregularities in Upper Canada governance debate echoed

Lords heard arguments on responsible government for Upper Canada, Governor Willis removal, and Assembly control. Discussion covered Chief Justice presence, judicial acts, and petitions. Also noted were Irish poor laws debate and returns on poor relief while Silk Trade Acts Amendment Bill advanced with Wellington signaling committee.

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Cefni Justice Willis Iieutenen Upper Canada House of Assembly Parliamens Legislative Council Executive Council Earl Bathurst Justice Willia Privy Council Secretary of State For Colonies Lord Goderich Ireland Earl of Darnley Society For the Encouragement of Industry Earl Limerick England Church of Ireland Lord Farenham Earl of Shaftesbury Duke of Wellington Earl of Malmesbury
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House of Commons Debates on Lords Messages and Petitions

The House hears a Lords message and reads bills that have received Royal Assent. Petitions are presented from London residents on Smithfield Market and from iron masters over water supply. Upper Canada petitioners complain of Crown control of judges and request equal footing with the Mother Country judiciary.

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