Debate on Parliamentary Reform and Electoral Franchises
A heated debate discusses extending the electoral franchise and reforming the House of Commons. Speakers argue for or against a broader vote, citing discontent with the current system and references to reform plans, with mentions of Fox, Dunning, and Crown influence.
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Canningy
Gapnerhs
Himpelé
Bérti
BR. H. Goaney
R Wilpop
Thoss
RL Wrises
Shelf Object
Eoldien
Mr. Wiser
Uberty
Richard
Bondapio
Batingbroke
Admiringa
Sr Fox
Aedr
Weon
Boroughs
Beach
Penryn
Baronets
Hose
WibLiass
House of Commons
Ciers
Alderman Watruman
Grenfell
Argatren
Varbyadée
Dunning
Lear
Grawpound
Bagustapis
Reform and Representation Debate in the Commons
Extraordinary discoveries prompt calls for reform as MPs discuss borough corruption in Cornwall and Scotland. Proposals include disenfranchising corrupt boroughs, limiting tenure, and probing representation while the Dissenters Marriage Bill faces debate and potential delay. The House commits the reform motion amid mixed views and adjourns after passage of unrelated measures.
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Cornwall
Penryh
Scotland
Pitt
Peres Moone
Joan Rouesent
Westminster
Mr. Lamb
Viet
C. Avreaineo
Parliament of
Ireland
F. Hun Dert
John Rawell
Hott
Bargatapis
Bens
Castieneaéa
Santo
W. Surtt
Ireland Distillation Laws Debated in House of Lords
Friday July 4 House of Lords discussed proposed changes to Ireland distillation laws and tax treatment of spirits amid warnings the measure would alter the extant system. Lord Liv enrooy outlined aims to curb direct and indirect advances to Parliament via Exchequer Bill purchases, noting prior acts allowed Bank advances. Adjournment followed the bill’s report.
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House OF Londs
Wnland
Farl
Donovgamorg
Ireland
Livenroot
Tueaday
Earl of Livenrooy
William J
Adj
Foreign Enlistment Bill prompts adjournment debate
In the House of Commons the Foreign Enlistment Bill spurred contention over Lords amendments. Lord Castlehaugh and Mr Denman argued over whether penalties implied money clauses, adjournment was moved, and an amendment on perjury for false witnesses was carried. The Duke of Kent lottery petition also featured, detailing his past losses and debts.
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House OF Commons
Lord Castlewragh
R. Dewan
Spsaden
Shine
Dewman
Orion
Lord Cantleh
Wynn
Mr. Denman
Denmar
Denman
Duke OF Kent
Lottery Mill
Woon
Petitia A&m
Clark
America
West
Leyes
Hough
Cantlebee
Wana
Shanugr
Wits
Willelt
Belens
Ainlendt Rank
Ealing
County
Duke
Pd Kent
Serena
Endland
Cithalinrs
Gibraltar
Canada
Charles Ray
Seston
Gur
Heer
Henry Petty
Vane
Greenwood
Royal Iia
Ff Bristar
Home
Matliguosius
Kéent
Aan
Renee Daimiat
Walson
Pitt
Granville
Hoyal
Duke of Clarence
Forses
C. Burrell
Ongiuon
W. Dovauas
Gounsouan
Debates on Royal Finances and Irish Bills Highlight Session
Records of 1780s debates show discussions on royal finances, Kent and Clarence allowances, and criticism of emoluments. Parliament considers Irish Court officers’ pay, Bank of Ireland issues, and various Irish bills with adjournments and committee reports.
Appointment of Lieut Col in Tipperary Dragoons
The Right Kon Colonel Bagwell appoints 2 Bagwell Way to be Lieut Col of the Tipperary Driktria Regt in the room of Lieut Col Pennefeather deceased.
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Bagwell
Tipperary
Dmiktria
Pennefeather
Letter on Ireland andoreign war aims from 1819 editor
A Dublin Journal reader appeals as envoy from New Granada seeking support against Portobello, Porto Bellé, and Madrid. He laments lives lost, praises British virtue, and urges continued pressure on Spain while praising M Grecans and Ghi gor M'Gregor for strategic actions and courage. He stresses unity with Britain and fidelity to liberty, urging decisive action against despotism.
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Weinesday Eggaing
Suly
Kouth
Raab
Ireland
Weath
Soeamatders
Poito
Beagle
Pridobera
Cannes
Mons
St. Andrew’s
Parte
Westes Sea
Goa
M‘grecan
Porto Bellé
Panama
Dublin Jouan Sia
United Provinces
Ni Grens
Britain
England
Gregor Bins
Andrews
Porto Relloy
New Granada
Lord Cochrane Sails From Valparaiso With Allied Squadron
A March 16 dispatch from Liverpool notes Lord Cochrane’s squadron departing Valparaiso around mid month. The force of two well armed frigates accompanied by a detachment is reported, headed toward an unknown destination amid concerns of Spanish invasion and Chilean operations.
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Lord Cochrane
Ayres
Liverpool
Sarto
Valparaiso
Manca
Spain
Birney
Lord Cochran
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Crown
Gest
Fitralite
Governent
Court of Chancery
Freland
Fider
D. Gilbert
C. Grant
Bank. OF Ireland
Bank of Ireland
Mt Hoglish Basel
Lily
Owen
W. de Cagallany
Sturges Bourne
Stephen Bourne
House OF
Hill
Barry
Mazay Oy Poe
Atore
Monay
N. Corndnet
Eprasersas
London
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