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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Dec 22, 1823
Page
1
The Dublin journal reports rising war talk in London and Madrid, with Army Surgeons called to ready status and levy officers sent to secure support. It notes French occupation plans in Spain, unrest in Madrid clergy, and a Trinidad plot against whites, plus dire storms at Messina and French arrests in Mexico.
The English funds show little movement as Spanish bonds flat at 27% to 28 due to Paris and Express price signals. Rothschild's visit to discuss Austrian loans indicates a likely new loan plan while over 400,000 ounces of silver have been exported to the Continent in two weeks. Ferdinand resists amnesty despite the Queen's intercession, and further reports note officer half-pay mobilization and Buenos Aires tensions. Consuls plan South America travel. theatre critic in Edinburgh praises Russell's Overreach performance for vigor, with some flaws in early acts.
The issue reports recruiting drives for two infantry regiments under Major Hill with Lt Lyne supervising, plus word of Duke of York’s improving health. It notes Captain Willes reportedly asked to quit Buenos Aires due to tensions with British residents. An ordination at St Patrick's Cathedral led by Archbishop Richards and several candidates ordained deacon and priest. Also reports on tithe bill rejection in Doonass and Moyglare, and Catholic Association plans for a Parliament petition.
The Courier details Mexico's status, noting three-member government led by Victoria, the central congress planned for October, and Britain’s interest in lasting ties. It reports Spain’s lack of force, Vera Cruz turmoil, Lemour’s siege, and Mexican claims of de facto independence while recounting Iturbide’s brief rule and current exile.
The Madrid Gazette faces a difficult task proving Metico is de facto independent though empire still hints at Old Spain. The piece notes Mexican sovereignty growing, with French intrigues quelled and a castled garrison seen as not binding, while England weighs the value of Mexico's independence amid South American topics to follow.
Taunton residents gathered at the Guildhall to invite General Mina to a public feast. Mina, in fragile health and mourning Spain, declined the invitation, sending a letter from Hatch Court explaining his inability to attend and thanking the town for its cordial reception.
The piece argues against a Congress tariff on foreign goods, warning it harms American interests and agriculture by cutting Britain trade, with Columbia memorials urging policy against protectionism. It notes mutual dependence of Britain's demand for American farm products and American need for British manufactures. It also reports a burglary at Hogan House Milltown where sugar, beam, scales, and glass items were stolen.
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