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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Dec 04, 1790
Page
2
In a dramatic confrontation over toll collection, a crowd blocked the bridge gate prompting the mayor and troops to intervene. Gunfire in the air and brick attacks wounded several, two men killed as chaos spread through the streets and market area.
Fragmentary report details a board meeting led by the Right Honorable Provo and Senior Fellows appointing the Brot of the French language to the Unig fl ig Dhbjin in place of Rev. Dosor. The piece also recounts crime incidents including a fatal fall from a horse, attempted robbery, and a seaworthy dispute aboard Captain Brooks’s vessel near England.
The victims lured into Maltire Bay by deceit fled to a cutter, OBrien seized, two accomplices fled, then later surrendered to stand trial for murder. One man admitted a king's indictment and was convicted, to be hanged at Cape Seces. Joint notices include marriage banns and market prices.
Westman D. prorogues the Irish Parliament from November to January next to be held in Dublin for dispatch of business. The Lords Spiritual and Temporal and Commons are notified to attend. Dated at Dublin Castle November 22, 1790, by Lord Hobart with royal command.
An 18th century advertisement to the Prince of Wales requests him to appoint Lhomae Byanit as Veader of a dentifrice powder and tincture aimed at preserving teeth and gums. The product, sold by Chevalier Ruspini and Sons, lists prices and distribution across England, Ireland, America, and the East Indies, with branding and secure packaging details.
The town of Namur capitulated and the Imperial forces marched in on the 74th. The garrison laid down arms and the townspeople fled in disorder. The Belgic army is dispersed and returning in distress as trains carry wounded and supplies to Charleroi and other places.
Reports describe a fierce blaze in Brody destroying numerous houses and other buildings. Berlin letters note a major change in the ministry under Prince Henry, Comte de Hertzberg and Prime Minister Haste. The Duke of Brunswick has withdrawn from Prussian affairs.
The National Assembly shows daily vigor as it establishes a new code on a fixed basis. The King of the French appears to back peace and prevent further bloodshed, indicating a shared stake in stability and reform.
The Lord Chamberlain announced the King would receive the Address of the House at two o'clock. Lord Cathcart moved that no petition complaining of undue returns for the Sixteen Scots Peers be received if after the 25th instant. Petitions from Earls Hopetoun and Selkirk were laid on the table. The Lords adjourned and then went in procession to St James's with their Address.
Members were sworn in and the Clan devine Quilawry bill plus the Rules and Orders read and agreed. Mr Burke urged perseverance on the impeachment, stressing its national importance and the need for clarity amid Lords’ adjournment over the Address. The Speaker affirmed the House’s right to proceed. the Chancellor urged caution before fixing a date.
A House of Commons speech praises ministerial prudence and treaty gains with Spain, arguing war was unnecessary yet prepared to defend honour. It lauds the Convention terms, predicts lasting peace, and notes naval officers and crews rallying with notable zeal and mutual support. John Jervis commends civil servants and military devotion, praising captains, crews, and officers for exemplary conduct and loyalty.
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