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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Aug 17, 1816
Page
4
Authentic intelligence states the Rajah of Nupaul has ratified the treaty cited in the Gazette of May 11 but an official copy of the ratified treaty has not been received. The note lists military ranks and units such as privates, sepoys, and a major, indicating a wartime or colonial context.
The Paris papers note an April decree freeing grain and bread for all French ports, previously taxed at 50 centimes under an April ordinance. Also reported is a new trial of absent General Drouet d Erlon for contempt. A royal fete is planned to honor Louis IX while funds are redirected to distribute aid to youth and the poor. Market data shows steady funds and a rise in London exchange. Civita Vecchia reports Captain Pacho’s squadron seizing vessels near Tunis, with a fourth taken by an English frigate.
Exchange yesterday in Dublin reported English stock prices with gains and falls. Notable mentions include Consols at 98 rate and government debentures around 50 percent security. Bank stocks and canal loan notes were listed with varied percentages and coverage.
The Mail carries London and Paris journals to the 11th with notes on French grain import permits and anticipated scarcity. Reports describe Turkey, Russia, Austria, and Haiti affairs, vaccination in Hayti, and Royalist activity in the Spanish provinces, with Captain Nath’s Haytian letters citing independence and strong defenses around Cape Henry.
The article discusses Bolivar’s operations in Terra Firma and the potential broad impact on independence across South America. It notes volunteers from Ireland England and other regions joining to aid the patriots and predicts continued liberating momentum despite Royalist brutality. It also covers financial plans to manage the national debt, suggests sinking fund use, and compares Britain’s revenue history to forecast debt extinction timelines.
A theatre notice lauds Miss Stemvens for her singing at Crow Street Theatre, noting critics use technical terms yet acknowledge her as the standout performer among recent homeroom audiences.
The Queen and Princesses Augusta Elizabeth visited the Prince Regent at Carlton House. A guard of honour and a large company including the Dukes of Kent Cambridge Wellington and Wellington’s entourage attended. Festivities included a grand dress party, park salutes, and concluding dinners with royal and noble attendance.
Reports from Athlone and Kilkenny describe royal celebrations for the Prince Regent with gun salutes and balls. In Dublin a dagger found on a man named Russel raises fears of an attack on the public officer as he is escorted by Sheriff Lucas toward Dublin.
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