Private Correspondence From a Frantic Friday Night
A chaotic 18th century report narrates delayed French mail arrivals and a relief committee at the King's Head Poultry scene. It notes funds aimed at aiding mariners and indigent outport populations, with plans for East India and African funds checks, plus an Auxiliary Bible Society for sailors. The Crown and Anchor committee meets to report on regulations, stock market updates show Exchequer Bills at 20 million, and Consols dividends are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andon
Sony
Lyhe
King's Head
Faligne
East India Fund
Afrian Fund
Srotch and Fish Fund
Bible Society
Ha Stock Market
Atocks
London News Roundup on War Rumors and Mendicity Policy
London dispatches report scarce Continental mails with Lisbon letters of January 6 offering no new intelligence, while Spain and Portugal tide appears calm and frontier troops withdraw under Lord Beresford as Paris talks continue. Reports from Jamaica note General Mina’s capture and execution, and a major meeting of London's Mendicity Committee outlines plans to curb poverty via charitable and legal measures. Seamen aid efforts continue at the Old Wesley, stock-market expectations hinge on Tuesday’s Exchange settlement, and a second correspondent notes no new loan this year with expenditures exceeding 38 million pounds and Army reductions planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lisbon
Duke of Kent
Spain
Portugal
Lord Beresford
Paris
Great Britain
Mina
Jamaica
Anreld
United Kingdom
Old Wesley
Stock Exchange
Consols
Divd— Co
British News on Havana Action and American Movements
A letter from Havannah critiques delays in redress after the Tay wreck and cites alleged royalist advances. It notes the Pique’s failed restitution mission, urges immediate reparation, and mentions movements toward South America. The National Intelligencer reports forces mobilizing in the United States for Amelia Island and Florida, with ships and troops from Britain and Scotland preparing for South American independence efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mavrannah
Hdm Lee
Tihbanaall
Havewuah
Vomnyfarlig
Tannot
Boweret
Todsi
Moudey
Metro
Mina
Monito
Harahna
Maxat
Eltraordinary
Dilba
Aca
Mexico
Gazette
Royal Gazette
Hoyatiste
Havannah
la Pique
Jamaica
Tay
Hay
Spain
National Intelligencer
United States
Amelia Island
Floridas
North
South Carolina
Georgia
Charleston
Amelian Island
France
Dawson
Portsmouth
Fowey
Cornwall
River Thames
South America
Scotland
Goorp
Denmark
West India Island
St. Thomas
Liberto
Cape of Good Hope News from Cape Colony Dispatch
Letters from the Cape report major developments including surveys ordered to the eastern coast to aid a large wheat-producing district and a wave of emigration from northern England to manage new agricultural lands. Dispatch captain Walker describes approaching the Kayena harbour mouth and opening navigation up the river while a pursued merchantman Elizabeth remains at large after a sloop and brig pursue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goud Hope
Cape of Good Trupe
Cape
England
Gueneys
Cara Town
Walker
Jablee
Kayena
Alten
Cape State
Elizabeth
Hhr
Revolt Reports and Naval Feats At The Cape
A desolate fragment recounts unrest at the Cape with a young man accused of feigning, a seized vessel, and Dutch excesses blamed on restored policies. It notes fear in papers about Cape events and mentions a Native prisoner situation at Savatsaled as the Nutéh Resident orders harsh measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape
Botagky Bay
Bapdrana Yd
Bamar
Savatsaled
The Fashionable World at Theatré-Royal Dublin
Monday evening his Excellency in Lok Ernie TENANT visited the Theatré-Royal. Hig. Excellen cy occupied the Matageis box end Wasdatog. The entertainments were Tea Belle's seakegem and The Inn-keeper'n Dangfiter. Prominent guests included the Right Honourable Mr. Peen and the Earl of Westmaari. A Grand Concert at Clara Assembly Rooms is planned for the 24th instant with overtures and quartets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lok Ernie
Theatré-Royal
Belle
Dangfiter
Ligwriggyt
Lal Cawriecesta
Peen
Dublin
England
Earl of Westmaari
Morarson
Frederickestreet
Lord DuFferin
Clara
Clara Afusleal
Morrison’s
Dawson-street
Ite
Crore
Navy
London
Duke of
Bussex
Baovanam
Public Criticism of Theatre Management and Performers
In a letter to the patentee, the writer condemns theater ownership for replacing valued performers with lesser talents and delaying engagements. The piece cites Montgomery Lacy and others who were treated poorly, argues against withholding support, and laments the impact on public access to quality shows and favorites like Mrs Lizanay. The author accuses mismanagement and urges fair compensation and timely engagements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Lacey
Crookr
Parsons
Dublin
Lacy
Burgers
Lizenay
Griaveurt
Daly
Amd
Dublin Market Notes and City Petition Say Window Tax
The Dublin coin market shows small activity with steady prices for wheat barley and oats. City of Dublin electors present a petition to repeal the Window Tax, seeking royal intervention and audience at Dublin Castle, with replies from various officials and supporters from Longford Leinster Malahide and Cashel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
Dublin Castle
Dublin
Dablit
Pereoa
Janes Cowley
Ying
City of Dublin
Bridswick-street
Raciainleinig
Dubin
Sorfett
William Smith
Longford
Cleadaye
Wm. Smith
Eng
Malahide Castle
W. Talbot
Tyonastown
Cashel
10Th
Jada
Destructive Fires Reported Across Town in November Blaze
A fragmented notice describes destructive fires on the nights of the 9th and 11th November, forcing hundreds from homes and causing severe damage. It notes shelters provided by authorities and appeals for relief as the affected population endures a harsh winter. Local authorities pledge assistance and point to ongoing efforts to aid victims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uae
Ibja
Court Case From London Press Describes Trial And Verdict
Fragmentary OCR recounts a London court hearing with multiple defendants and a jury verdict. The piece notes differences in reporting, appeals to truth, and discussions of damages, mentioning names and a fatal confrontation linked to the case. Damages cited as £5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jaynes
Rofault
Ines
Jnry
Newaps
Ieee
Wreck of the rledodia at Garetytown Strand detailed
Reports describe a disaster off Garetytown Strand when the rledodia wrecked on a reef and crew and passengers clung to rigging. Local rescue efforts involved armed responders, plunderers dispersed by the arrival of the army, and praise for the boatmen who risked their lives to save survivors. The incident prompted gratitude toward Captain Rochfort and his crew and notes on damage to ships in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart
Garetytown Strand
Stonday
B.W. Siforipa
Garretstown Hous
Phonas Bochfort
Wirand
Onter
Miondait
Mr. Hochfert
Sen
Durteen
Mumber
Kinpulg
Phycell
Exrampla
Southern
Lognon
Actounta
Taut Hight
Deal
Broadstairs
Alfocena
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Youth America
Fighnesa
Houmhonera
Parliasien
Wintom
Royal
Comatey
Raines
Mo. Chamberlaine Walker
Liduténgavs
Bedor
James Cowley
Gloucesten Street
Tete
Villian Gregory
Mr. Gregory
William Gregory
Leinster
Wan. Smith
Reg Brunawich- Street
Henry Grattsn
Wm. Satiib
Fay
Willian Savth
Waller Woirady
St Terrirs Court
Lpndom
Shipping Intelligence
The
Two Sicilies
de Ding
Bonguria
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