IRISH WINDOW TAX AND TRIAL BY JURY IN SCOTLAND
In the Imperial Parliament a petition from Carrick-on-Suir Waterford asks repeal of the Window Tax and thanks for a fever hospital relief. The Lords Chancellor moves a first reading of a Scotland trial by jury bill printed for second reading. Resumption of cash payments is debated with Earl Harrowby reporting a committee inquiry and Grey opposing rapid measures, urging Parliament not to suspend standing orders. The discussion highlights Bank precautions, promises of resuming payments, and ministerial responsibility.
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Parliamentary Dilemma Over Bank of England Cash Payments
In a heated debate Lords discuss whether Parliament should intervene as the Bank partially resumes cash payments. Proponents argue for a preventive interposition to protect the country, while opponents warn against unconstitutional actions or blindsiding Parliament. The committee’s recommendation centers on expediency, not Bank distress, with leaders insisting on careful information before any suspension of standing orders and potential adjournment.
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Itdstead
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Privy Council
Fox
Connell
Fal Grev
Bank of England Cash Payments Bill Debated
Parliament debates a bill to restrain Bank of England cash payments under certain notices as the Secrecy Committee reports on gold coin issues. Peel outlines objectives to curb gold payments amid a £5.2 million drain while Castlereagh urges rapid passage for public credit and resumption of cash payments.
Bank Resumption Debate Highlights Fiscal Strain and Gold Drain
In a tense parliamentary session, ministers defended a bill to resume cash payments as the Bank faced a persistent drain on gold and bullion. Critics argued the measure was necessary to restore faith, with figures claiming substantial preexisting losses while asserting the need for rapid passage and minimal delay.
Parliament Debates Cash Payments and Floridas Dispute
Lords discuss a bill to end partial specie issues by the Bank of England and to resume cash payments. The debate covers the Floridas possession, communications with the United States, and ministers' financial measures. Lords Grey and Lansdowne express mixed views as the bill passes its readings and awaits royal assent.
London House Debates Clergy Bill and Bank Cash Payments
Petitions against the London Clergy Bill are presented as Mr Lyttleton delays Lotteries until May 4. A Lords message seeks longer Commons sitting. Bank Cash Annuity bill discussed with no amendments. Lord Castlereagh urges compliance. Mr Peew corrects misstatements about cash payments. Lord Clive reports income and expenditure committee findings. army report printed as the House remains in session.
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Wilberforce
Lords
House of Commons
Lord Castlereagh
Mr. Peew
Lord Clive
Levee at Dublin Castle on Friday April 23
Notice from Dublin Castle states a levee will be held there on Friday April 23 at four o'clock. The message specifies the event and timing for attendees or participants of the assembly.
Drawing Room and Ball at Dublin Castle April 1819
Camberlain's Office at Dublin Castle announces a drawing room on Thursday evening the 2nd of April and a ball with supper to celebrate the Prince Regent's birthday on St George's Day. Ladies in hoops and feathers and gentlemen in full dress are invited. Those who wish to dance minuets should send their names to the Chamberlain the week before the ball.
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Dublin Castle
Lis Royal
Prince Regents
Birth of a Prince Reported in Frankfort
The Dublin Fournal and London Matt note the arrival of a prince in CAMNABIDGS on the 2th ult. at Frankfort. The Duchess of CAMBIDGS and infant are reported healthy, with accents of the safe delivery reaching us by this day’s mail.
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Dreher
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Frankfort
Change in the Ministry and Possible Resignation
In political circles a report claims Mr VansiTrard plans to resign and that Mr Pret may become his successor. The paper notes uncertainty about the report and cites Tuesday’s London paper.
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Pret
London
Insurgent Privateers and Madrid Gazettes Report
News notes limited intelligence from Spain and the Americas. Insurgent privateers less numerous off Spain with a fierce schooner clash near Cape St. Mary. merchantman escaped. Florida ceded to United States. marriage of King Fearmann to Sardinian princess anticipated in Madrid Gazette dated the 11th.
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Floridas
United States
Fearmann
Hood
Sardinia
The Brazils Open to British Ships on Favorable Terms
A Lisbon packet reports letters stating that Rio de Janeiro Pernambuco and other areas may soon be open to British ships on favorable terms, aligning with earlier Brazil news suggesting eased access and potential trade openings.
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Brazils
Rio Juneimi
Pernambuco
Parliamentary Proceedings on Bank of England Cash Payments
Lord Cas TLereagh gave notice of an adjournment motion. Peel reported the Secret Committee on resuming cash payments by the Bank. A bill was read and passed restraining small notes dated before 1817 and small dividends. From 1816 to 1819 specie payments totaled £5.2 million, much of which went to the French Mint. The committee favors resuming cash payments later, with a plan to curb bullion melting. Gran planned a similar bill for the Bank of Ireland on Friday night.
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Bank of Ireland
Lady Emily Tempest case in Vice Chancellor court
VICE CHANCELLOR'S COURT London April 5. Lady Paranckes Emily Vane Tempast v. Ord. petitions to review estate management of Lady Emily. Countess of Antrim’s counsel notes marriage and control by husband. Judge hopes to avoid further debate as proceedings proceed with a motion scheduled for Wednesday morning.
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Emily Vane Tempast
ORD
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Lis Honur
Emily
Wary
Horne
Emily Tempest
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