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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Dec 27, 1819
Page
4
A lengthy excerpt from a parliamentary session discusses the liberty of the press, government bills, and clerical influence. Speakers argue over safeguards, penalties, and the balance between censorship and free inquiry, with references to magistrates, public regard, and potential prosecutions. The scene includes remarks on newspapers, state authority, and the role of the press in society.
The discussion centers on the Blasphemous Libel Bill with Lord Castlereagh, Mr. Hume, and the Chancellor of the Exchequer debating the bill’s scope, potential banishment penalties, and safeguards for a free press. Amendment proposals seek to refine terms like maliciously and advisedly and limit penalties to the most harmful publications while preserving liberty and avoiding retroactive effects.
Albion Fire and GPR issues bids for December renewals with premiums 498 6 per cent on future renewals. Sub agents not appointed unless arrangements pass through a Dublin resident. Germany rates and conditions cited as reasonable with no policy charges for fire life or transtand insurances. Liberal commissions for solicitors and agents. Edge of county Cork and towns Boosters listed.
The Dublin Journal notes a brief rise in funds following Mr Vansittart’s Commons declaration that no general financial reforms will be proposed this session. It warns against drastic debt extinguishment via vast drains on capital and supports a property tax as a sufficient revenue source without altering operations of society.
Intelligence reports indicate Borvan's army makes rapid gains in New Granada and aims to control the province of Cargacas while Royalists rely on Spain. A Spanish blockade around Margaretta lifts due to creww health, and Bouivan’s forces win again near Carracenas. A Jamaica dispatch notes General Wgaxtier’s raid on Margareton in Cuba and reinforcements for Se Domingo.
In sincere sorrow we announce the passing of a revered professor whose talents transformed education. His dedicated labor improved youth instruction, earning broad admiration from parents and peers. A lasting tribute was awarded posthumously, marking a life of esteemed service and reform.
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