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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Aug 19, 1818
Page
1
A damaged dispatch recounts a wounded soldier who was struck near the heart and survived surgery, the death of a comrade by self harm, and muttered questions about Hamilton. It also covers a Spanish schooner arriving near Weerannah with enslaved Africans aboard and a Canadian riot over political tensions.
The document records a 1814 appeal to Creek and other Native chiefs by Alexander Cochrane and British leaders. It pledges protection and aid to reclaim lost lands from the United States, praises King George III, and promises clothing and arms in return for alliance against US forces. The text frames the British as liberators and urges unity under the British banner with mentions of Washington and European wars.
A fragmentary oath scroll shows Francis and Peter Marquenn pledging fierce support to a Chief, promising to train their people and fight rival Americans. They seek lasting presence by the Chief and invoke blessings from the Spirit, addressing Kir Alexander Cochrane and a vice admiral.
County Dublin notice for sale by auction on a date in August. Interest in lease of a house with gardens and fenced land near Prospect, four miles from Debio, includes furniture, a London piano, two horses, cattle, hay, and cart. Detail to be provided by Mr Mihog at Greflum street. Also petitions and insolvent debt relief acts referenced, with court examination in September. Reassigned to Martin Hassett and David Kennedy, both confined in the Four Cruxes. Creditors of Hassett and Kennedy named. notices to assignees in Limerick and others.
Bank stock reached 6 percent, government debentures showed 6 per cent, Grand Canal stock traded at 74 per cent. City loans and government debt instruments displayed varying rates around 5 per cent, with small fluctuations in exchange and charges noted.
The Dublin Journal and Morning Chronicle detail a sharp fall in Consols and funds over recent days amid US tensions and rumored British officer executions. They note investors shift capital from stocks to safer assets, predicting further declines as political fears mount and traders assess war risk and economic signals.
Lord Strangford the British Envoy in Sweden reports a decree authorizing the export of Deals and Timber in British ships at the national export duty, valid through year end. Sweden may extend this permission due to anticipated economic benefits. Royal proclamation dated Stockholm July 15, 1816.
A German article argues that imperial consolidation hinges on a true representative constitution rather than frontier lines. It contends Prussia's diverse provinces require a liberal framework to bind them, reduce discord, and forge a unified state with shared interests and steady national strength.
Letters from Buenos Ayres dated May 13 claim a Commercial Treaty of Alliance with the United States granting trade preference, but officials doubt the report. Commissioners were sent to inquire into the independence of the United Provinces of La Plata, with a treaty possible if Congress approves. French dealings with Buenos Ayres are guarded, and armed ships are barred from French ports though merchants may trade. French pilot of Arismendi imprisoned at Bourdeaux. South American aid shipments face payment difficulties, leaving supercargoes at sea while mule barter replaces money.
The Lorn ChancelLou birth announced with family well being. Grand Duke Michagh and relatives planned visits to Helfast Dublin Mount-Stuart and Haltanf, with receptions in Killarney and Dublin. Nobility and officials to honor the imperial visitors on their progress.
A letter from Mr. O Fallon, U S Agent, to Ninian Edwards reveals another American capture besides Arbuthnot and Ambruster, naming Colonel Dick who faced charges for inciting Indians against Americans. Dickson’s influence grows with Indian bands deserting to him near the St Peters and St Croix rivers. The missive questions Lord Selkirk’s actions and warns of British ties with Dickson, urging U S action to counter this. The piece critiques the Treaty of Ghent provisions on Indian restoration and cites Cochrane’s assurances to Native nations, arguing whether such guarantees were honored.
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