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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Jan 24, 1786
Page
1
A fragmented notice describes a lottery drawing with funds and tickets, detailing dates, purchasers’ directions, and the drawing commencing February 6. It references Capel Street, a committee, and stamped notes, urging accuracy and compliance in ticket handling and drawing procedures.
Public notice from LEE W. INGS ARMS at No 86 Dame Street Dublin describing the English State Lottery. It explains ticket prices, prize structure across four classes with Guinea and half Guinea shares, and that dividends are paid on demand. It notes subscriptions and the official sanction by the governing authority.
Fragmented ad notes a sale of woollen drapery and related coatings with references to partners Coleman and Tate. It mentions waterproof elegant articles and various fabrics for sale, along with a note on partnership and commitments to patrons. The language is garbled but implies a local trade notice seeking customers.
Fragmentary OCR text references Ames Blacker and Ethel Rayers with mentions of engagement and supply items. The legible bits hint at a formal note or invitation related to a renida and idle ship with Cook, asking for leave and thanks, but crucial details are garbled and names unclear.
A damaged OCR fragment lists mineral waters and teas with labelling notes. It mentions Stafford Street Abbey Street and references doctors and certificates, implying a town-wide retail or beverage labeling context without clear event details or dates.
Public notice from a gardener in 1786 promotes a dry landed firm in England and Holland selling garden seeds and related items. It promises genuine quality, ready money trade, and favorable terms for Spring Vetches, Mustard, Peas, garden tools, mats, and quickgoods. A characterful gardener and his wife are named as figures in the business.
The New Fruit and Foreliveree Nursery at Mount Pelier Hill near the Barracks Carroll announces an extensive assortment of fruit trees. They claim to offer varieties chosen from reputable English nurseries including Crofane Cherry and several hundred thousand forest trees, with samples available at Carroll's Seed and Nichol's Lane in this notable collection of trained peach, nectarine, and related stocks.
English State Lottery announces drawing starts on the sixth of next month. Jenkin offers tickets and shares including halves and guinea tickets, with government officer stamping to certify originals. The lottery has 73 capital prizes. ten guineas tickets entitle holders to all prizes except the top prize. Jenkin also offers high prices for light gold and new guineas.
A fragmentary notice details tolls and trade along Dublin routes including Clon, Kinnegid, and Newcastle Gateshead. It mentions turnpike free travel toward Munster and the coast, with references to goods bought at Hylands. The text also lists beverage prices such as tea, refined sugar, claret, Andalusia red wine, and white wines.
A notice offers the iron forge and grinding works with surrounding houses gardens stables and other appurtenances at Mulloch near Dublin. Terms cite years or lives and call for particulars by applying to the listed address in Peter Street or Merwe Juan.
Irish lottery managers warn the public against buying or selling Lottery Shares or Chances without proper stamping. Authorities pledge strict action against vendors in towns and rural areas to uphold legal prohibitions on uncertified tickets.
State Lottery office issues a notice dated January 16 1786 informing license enforcement against violators and detailing open days for issuing certificates to holders of fortunate chances in the State Lottery. It calls for orderly submission of numbers and names to compile lists for certificates and payouts.
Fragmentary report recalls a parliamentary session discussing judges privileges independence and the right to hear appeals. Lords Farnham Mountmorres and others push for details on licenses and tax effects on country shopkeepers, with motions to call the House and review public fee structures.
Trustees of the Royal Exchange face public scrutiny as drawings shown for city improvement are removed without stated reason. The piece argues impunity of Trustees, questions motives, and cites plans for a redesigned street network and a potential national bank conversion, referencing Dublin Journal accounts from 1786.
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