Lowdown Monday April 21 reports on European rumors
The Dutch and Hamburg mails arrive with word of unrest in Poland and Prussia. Reports from Berlin and Donize describe rumoured incidents, but Lloyds letters to Feb and Dec offer silence on the matters. Wellington's arrival at Dover is noted, along with local grain markets showing steady wheat and Gurley prices and brisk demand for fine beans and grey peas.
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Berlin
Hdp
Modtin
Warsaw
Smeaures
Donize
Poland
Prustia
Hanburgiv
Duntzic
Lloyd's
Rio Janbire
Pernambuso
Brazil
Monte
Lloyd’s
Rite
Wellington
Dover
Burnett
Calaje
Big Grace
Artis
Kent
Suffolk
Paris papers and market fears hinge on French loan
London reports describe Paris papers with little English interest as the Franks funds falter on the French loan uncertainties. Observers cite two immediate causes a drop in funds following the French loan controversy and money scarcity. The exchange notes higher continental rates as investors question guarantees and the role of Messrs Baring and Co in the financing. Consuls and accounts show varied figures amid cautious buying and the appearance of renewed activity by Ottoman and other European powers.
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London
Paris
Baron de Berstell
Grand Duke of Bader
Frankfort
Smyrna
Arys
Severa
Conkidhpincple
Ottoma
Messrs
Baring and Co
Messrs. Hope and Co
Messrs. Baring ,and Co
Ioan
Ggn- Adande
Fama
Paria
New Holland
Naples
Italy
Gibraltar
Algeiras
New York
Great Britain
Bricand
Upper Canada
Nova Scotia
Paper Opinion Published on Way Holidays
An opinion piece appears in the Way Holidays issue, noting it as the latest moment the Post Office can accept an Evening Print, signaling timing for the edition.
Conspiracy in Sweden and European affairs discussion
Excerpts from the London Journals and Brussels papers discuss Sweden conspiracies, Turkish questions in Europe, and Russia's stance. The piece critiques a Vienna article urging Turkish expulsion, warns against ingratitude to Russia, and notes broader European tensions including Italy, Africa piracy, and potential rice relief schemes for the poor. It also reports on British and American dispatches, bank notes, emigration notices to Upper Canada, and naval affairs around Lord Cochrane and Basque Roads.
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Brussels
Vienna
Europe
Arexaxpen
Russia
Bovarante
Napoleon
Avex
Axdel
Shead
Italy
Africa
Gas Light Debate Sparks Conflict in City Meeting
Report of a local parish gathering in Gt Bridget’s where resolutions against gas light were mocked by speakers described as ignorant by The Freeman’s Journal. Carrick’s Morning Post cites Surgeon Walcut’s long criticism of the Paving Board and imported Scottish flags, while officials deny such imports and defend the gas light project.
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Gt. Bridget’s
Warautt
Freeman's Journal
Carvick
Morning Post
Walcut
Carrick
Or Sergeon Waigh
Scotland
Paving Board
Commissionera
General Poor Fund Appeals Urgent Subscriptions Open
The fund is exhausted and a new subscription has been opened to rapidly augment resources. Distress remains strong and urgent, prompting a call for all who have not contributed to come forward. The committee has adopted various means to provide aid.
The Fashionably Wold and Royal Arrivals at Carlton House
The Princess Charlotte’s wedding context pleases the nation and strengthens the Brunswick line. The Prince Regent hosts a levee at Carlton House with about 1200 attendees, including the Duke of Wellington fresh from Paris arrival. Wellington’s early-morning Carlton House visit and a private audience with the Prince are noted, as is his appearance in a Field-Marshal uniform. The report mentions Miss Paterson, Major Harvey, and public cheers as Wellington passes. The piece also covers the Speaker’s improving health, possible retirement, and speculation on a successor and other diplomatic postings including Rio Janeiro and the Cape.
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Charlotte
House of Brunswick
Prince Regent
Caritoh House
T¢is
Duke of Wellington
England
Emily
Carlton-house
Carltonhouse
Grace
Paterson
Harvey
Thomas's Hotel
Berkeley-Square
Manners Sutton
Thornton
Stockholm
Rio Janeiro
Marquis of Huntley
Cape
Good Hope
Charles Somerset
India
Parliamentary Papers Strength of the Army and Ship Totals
The record lists effective army strength for January 1617 with officers and serjeants totaling over 9,000 and rank and file at 143,479, plus naval figures including ships in commission and stationary ships across years 1797 1815 and 1817. It also reports butter quantities from Great Britain and Ireland for 1814 to 1816 in cwts and quarters.
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Great Britain
Ireland
Exile Inspired Verses and Madison Address Debate
A Philadelphia paper reports on Congress considering an Address in support of Mr Madison’s conduct during his last four years after re-election. Debates note it should focus on state improvements rather than praise a departing president. The vote on considering the Address failed to reach equal support.
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Palace-yard
LA Ville DE Vaamsovie
Nicholl
Berlin
Lurupe
Mediterranean
Morea
Greece
Philadelphia
Congress
Madilison
Stewart
Coulter
House of Representatives
Maddison
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Yesternsy
Dieblin
Fev
Weereis
Ian
Joey Yegeess
C Pal S Es
Navy
Achequey Ae
Ene
Expe
Dublin
Pournat
LaTunpAy
Sweden
Arg
James Buchanan
CN. B
London Gazette
Bank of England
Lord Cochrane
Spanish America
Basque Roads
the Observer
Siua
Admiralty
Banya Roads
Sam
Cochrane
General Poor Fund
Dunchurch, April L
M. Arnaud
Monpagne
Vallon
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