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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Aug 16, 1822
Page
2
A London paper reports the Marquis of Londonderry died suddenly from a self inflicted wound. The coroner's inquest is expected, with details describing overwork, anxiety, and mental strain from his public duties and his planned Continental mission. The obituary lauds his public service, and praises his private character and loyalty to the Empire.
The Travellers notes linger on the Marquis of Londonderry's death, avoiding sensational cause attribution. It describes his character as a self-possessed, sometimes convoluted speaker, with careful judgment and a tendency to exploit opponents' weak points rather than display eloquence.
A Dublin era article notes the Marquis of Londonderry’s long public career and various positions from 1795 to 1807. He died by a razor in his home near North Cray after attending a cricket match, with the coroner summoning a jury. The scene includes a breakfast, a torn rumor of a quarrel with the King, and lingering uncertainty about motives.
The piece extols Lord Londonderry's 28 years of political service noting unwavering integrity, courage, and consistency. It contrasts him with Pitt, praising his financial sobriety, lack of personal corruption, and ability to navigate Irish issues, while highlighting his success in stabilizing Britain and guiding military ventures toward prosperity.
The article lauds Lord Londonderry as a brilliant diplomat whose prepared speeches rarely match his eloquent notes when off the cuff. It casts him as the best in British history at diplomacy and cites Paris pacification as a lasting monument to his wisdom and temper. It remarks Napoleon’s scorn for missed French treaty gains and notes deference to strategic moves that averted broader war, while linking Waterloo to Napoleonic contempt for allied measures.
The Times reports a reported rift between the King and Lord Londonderry followed by his tragic suicide after a cabinet week. Eye witnesses noted his gloom at Carlton House and altered dress as public attention swelled. The Morning Post and Sun accounts describe a delirium and fatal throat wound, with tributes to his service as Chief Secretary for Ireland and War and Colonial Secretary.
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