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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Feb 14, 1793
Page
4
The speech era recounts Ireland debating reform, warning against rapid change. Emphasizes cautious gradual reform, fear of dismantling the constitution, and calls for consulting landowners while noting Catholic franchise implications and political tensions across London and Dublin.
The passage critiques opposition to Catholic emancipation, noting fears that granting elective franchise to Roman Catholics could shift political power. It questions the legitimacy of arguments against reform and highlights concerns about Protestant dominance and national trust in leadership. It references Mr Barrington and Ireland, underscoring political tension and independence in stance.
The House discussed a Bill for the relief of Catholics and plans to introduce it this week. The Post-Office Bill and Mariner's Bill were read a second time and committed. The Committee of Ways and Means fixed a duty of 39.6d per head on horned cattle exports.
Mr Géat Tan moved for leave to bring in a bill for improving barren land. Mr Howast joined the committee and presented his prepared bill for the purposes then read in the House and it adjourned.
Three packets dated London February 7 8 9 arrived in Dublin at noon today reporting weather news market updates and dispatches from the capital.
Intelligence reports France has declared war on Great Britain and Holland as the continent faces hostilities. The development intensifies tensions amid ongoing European crisis and alliance commitments.
The National Convention proclaims war in the name of the French nation against the King of England and the Stadholder of the United Provinces. It charges the Provisionary Executive Council to raise forces to repel aggression and defend France’s independence and interests. It authorizes naval action against the Republic’s adversaries as required and revokes prior decrees on this matter.
The report notes naval tensions with France and Britain amid calls for immediate action. It describes French forces massed along the coast, British vessels at sea, and preparations for possible engagement. The article emphasizes readiness, with ships' crews strengthening and orders for reinforcement progressing rapidly.
Notice states proposals will be received at the Office of His Majesty's Ordnance for gun loaded shot carbines pistols camp equipment iron shot and powder magazines. Proposals must be sealed and addressed to The Principal Officers of His Majesty's Ordnance by order of the Board. John Army secretary.
The article notes a 55 to 3 majority for John B. Ponsonby in a late polling count and mentions a solemn funeral service in Waterford for the late pope’s sister, with Organist Mr. Gavo aiding the ceremony. It also criticizes Mr. Gaatran for supporting pension payments tied to tax funding.
Yesterday morning at Powerscour House the Lady Viscountess Powenscounty, widow and heir to Robert Hawking Magill of Gill-tall, died. The sudden event draws universal mourning and attention across the county.
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