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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Dec 14, 1809
Page
2
Eyewitness account and trial details describe a disturbance at Covent Garden on October 31 as attendees wore orange badges. Prosecution and defense clash over legality of public riothood and the role of Mr Colin in attempting to calm the scene.
The jury found Mr Clifford illegally arrested after a Covent Garden riot during a private action for false imprisonment. Lord Mansfield warned against a growing disruptive mood, while jurors noted the arrest occurred amid ongoing disorder and questioned the authority of the arresting party.
The narrative recalls a Tuesday Pleas of the Court of King’s Bench with Mr. Clifford and Mr. Kemble in attendance. The trial aroused cries in the hall as the jury verdict was declared, causing the presiding judge to pause before resuming his charge.
Dr Orpen confirms receipt of a pound from a Lady by the hands of Mr Swineton of Mountjoy Square for the Society for relief of Sick and Indigent Roomkeepers.
A 1609 Dublin proclamation declares rewards for the capture of two murder suspects in Waterford. It promises two hundred pounds per suspect and a royal pardon for others aiding in discovery, with orders to local officials to assist in apprehension. The document names Manners and other officials.
King in Council revokes previous restriction banning foreign vessels from North Haven ports between Heligoland and Safdy Island. Merchant ships under any flag except French may enter in ballast with His Majesty's licence, per orders issued by the Privy Council and Admiralty.
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