Freemasons Exemption Sought From Secret Societies Law
Impassioned debate in the House of Commons on Irish processions and secret societies. Mr DAT SO TM presented a petition from Irish Freemasons seeking exemption from the law against secret societies, condemning Orange and Catholic processions as illegal and dangerous. Speakers urged government action to curb these parades, with calls to extend or exempt laws, while others urged moderation and warned against persecution. The petition was ordered printed as other business proceeded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ibpflane
Ireland
Rick
Gentle Os
Orange Lodges
Mr Hume
Commission of the Peace
Brownlow
Freemasons
Orange Societies
Baron M‘clelland
Antrim
Chorge IV
Duke of Sussex
England
Freemasons of
Abercromby
Orange Party
Orangemen
Oranges
Monck
Freemasons’ Society
Repeal and Finance Debates Across Irish Bills
In the House of Commons a Repeal Bill for Usury laws is debated with opposing views from landed interests and merchants. Petitioners from Dublin favor reform while critics warn of higher rates. arguments reference mortgage costs and economic impact on borrowers and lenders. A Dublin Coal Bill petition prompts discussion on fair pricing and eliminating middlemen. Notices cover linen duties, burial rights for Catholics, and salaries for County Treasurers. Adjournment follows after a long day of petitions and debates.
Linen Bounties Debate Ashieves Irish Distress
In Parliament the Linen Bounties issue triggers alarm over late Chancellor of the Exchequer measures affecting Ireland. Mr Rice notes disruption to relief efforts for the lower classes and presents a petition from the General Association of Tipperary urging remedies. Sir G Hill introduces a bill regulating Ireland County Treasurer, read once and ordered for a second reading Monday.
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Rice
Ireland
General Association of
Tipperary
G. Hill
Bill on theft prevention of Records in the land passes third reading
The bill to better prevent the stealing of records in the land is read a great time and ordered to be read a second time on Monday. Sir George Hill reports the Irish four percent bill which is agreed to and ordered to be read a third time tomorrow. Mr Peel moves third reading of the burial bill while Mr Hume urges postponement until its impact in Ireland is clearer. The bill is read a third time and passed as the House adjourns.
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Udaey Bild
Sergeant Onslow
Calcraft
Alderman Heygate
J. Bmuth
Sykes
Hutchinson
Ireland
Plunkett
Lord Wellesley
Devereux
Irish Board of
Peel
Tithe Composition Debates In Lords Fray Over Ireland Petitions
Lord Lansdowne and other peers presented petitions from Tipperary on the Tithe Composition Bill. The Earl of Liverpool reported the measure’s success in many parishes, noting lower costs per acre in Cashel Clonfert and Meath. Lords Kingston Clare and Darnley added examples, with concerns about clergy leverage and parish church needs. Adjourned.
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Marquess of Lansdowne
Ireland
Commissionera
Lsat
Vewry
Tipperary
Earl of Liverpool
Cashel
Clonfert
Meath
Lord Kingston
Lord King
Lora Clare
Lord Darnley
Spain moves toward liberal concessions amid French influence
The London Mail reports Spain considering less severe measures against liberals under French pressure, with talk of a two-chamber constitution similar to France. Meanwhile, conservatives and priests intensify violence against constitutionalists as Eurxciwaoo reportedly falls to Ultras. Greek news remains favorable but unconfirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Roa
Wewa
Greece
Turmoil near the Ottoman Porte and Pernambuco reports
The Parnas of Feypt is said to declare independence from the Ottoman Porte and prepare defenses. From Pernambuco dated January 22, news says calm prevails though Portuguese residents remain unsettled. The Hermiona failed to break Algiers blockade, the British aid close action causing casualties, with blame placed on the French captain for not displaying colors.
Finance famine or fortune driven Loans across Europe
The piece argues that London and Paris financiers have arranged massive loans to foreign governments totaling around 200 million pounds, with London as the central hub. It critiques speculative creditors, discusses debt conversions, and warns of individual losses while outlining potential benefits for peace and economic reform. It contrasts warlike credit with the improvement of land in Ireland as a productive capital use.
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London
Paris
England
France
Europe
Naples
Spain
Community of Europe
Britain
Waste Land and Sea Coast Company of Ireland Proposal
A letter from an old correspondent discusses reclaiming bogs and wastelands in Ireland and proposes a Waste Land and Sea Coast Company of Ireland. It argues English-style legislation misfits Ireland and notes millions of acres of bogs ready for improvement and a large unemployed population needing capital and practical, science-based measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Duslin Jovanac
England
Great Britain Census Shows Incomes and Taxes Breakdown
A late census report outlines annual income and expenditure across 2,941,383 families in Great Britain totaling about 480 million pounds. Tax scales reveal higher rates for lower incomes, with diminishing rates as incomes rise. notable figures include 240 million for agriculture, 47.1 million for manufactured goods, 9 million for artificing costs, and 29 million reserved for surplus. The article adds notes on public offices and local events, including a transport sailing and various court items, births and deaths, and a London security arrest.
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Great Britain
Lord Gifford
Rolls
Plumer
Justice Bayley
Lord G
Farrell
M'Cartney
London
Thiefet Barracks
England
Franklin
Bloomburgh
Meath
J. Barnwall
York St
Lady of Crawford
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Impersat, Parliameni
House OF Commons
Terenay, Mareit
Wansespay
Marca SL
Union Times
Colonel O'Neill
Belfast
Mr Ellis
Ellis
Chamber of Commerce of
Dublin
H. Parnell
Alderman Heygats
Curwen
T. Tern Bridge
Phillips
Grenfell
T.wilbson
I. Gilbert
T. Lethbridge
Knatchbull
House OF Lords
Tauaspay, Aratt
Turaspay, Aratt
Rom
Marquess of Lansdonne
Lord Clar
Lord Wicklow
Shea Vee
Royal Canal
Wee If
Gov. Security
National Insurance
Royal Irish
St. Patrick
Shamrock
Hibernis Dias
Dublin Coal Co. Ae
Dublin Sh Pin CO
Bionday
London Mail
Marin
Treland
Scotland
Goa
Athlone
Frances
William Commins
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