Reported Duke of Gloucesters Death Rumor Reemerges
Postscript notes London dispatches and Lisbon mail as readers are told of a revived rumor claiming the Duke of Gloucester has died, with confidence voiced in the day’s reports. Letters from Tamasea discuss British colonial felicity, trade profits, and opposition to reform, contrasting colonial prosperity with imperial caution and warnings from Constantinople.
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Debates on Militia Regulations in the House of Commons
The House discussed militia reforms and proposed a bill to unify laws governing England’s Militia. MPs including Mr Fre and Mr Pitt praised the mover and urged careful provisions to exempt large families and reduce service duration while planning a future committee review.
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Parliament Proceedings Reflect Militia Support and Trade Debates
Debates sprawl through a House session with calls to assemble the militia, bill drafting by Marsham and Pye, and unanimous leave to proceed. Reports include Lord Courtoun on the Address, supplies deferred, petitions from Crewhefine Plymouth and Manchester, and measures to repair Liverpool roads and regulate trade with Newfoundland. Journals note naturalization, taxation, exchequer bills, and various duties while adjourning to the next day.
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Dublin House of Commons Proceedings Fragment on Banking and Tax Bills
A Dublin Parliament record notes discussions on a private bill for Jane Bonns estate, contemplation of a National Bank’s profits from lodgments, and debates on taxes, insurance, and private bills. Ministers signaled possible measures, with detailed petitions and projected readings set for future days.
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Dublin Castle Notice of Mourning Outing
Dublin Castle announces that on Thursday night next February 6 the court will be out of mourning. The notice is dated February 6 1786 and indicates the upcoming social observance at the castle.
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Dalys Hamlet Wows Town with Unprecedented Acting
The town applauds Mr Daly for his Hamlet performance on Monday, noting a rich vein of acting entirely new to him. The audience crowded the theater, showering praise and unceasing applause, predicting high esteem for his future stage work.
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