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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Jul 26, 1819
Page
6
Fragmentary report of a Smithfield gathering amid fears of riot and the author of a plotted fire. Attendees discuss reform, the bill, and the presence of dragoons while Alderman Waith and others defend civil power and preserve order amid accusations of conspiracy and violence.
An excerpt discusses inflammatory placards and the Lord Mayor of London fearing a riot and murder in the city. It argues the authors act from malicious instincts, not political principle, and urges authorities to uncover and expose the delinquents. It also notes opinions on Smithfield meeting security and the arrest of Harris, praising adherence to law as Britain’s liberty bulwark.
In Derrict's Morning Post a clash erupts over sharing expense for an Express to bring London prints. Carrick's Morning Post declines joining, triggering threats of withholding circulation. Dublin papers coordinate to direct the Express to the Dublin Journal office. The piece defends Carrick's Post by challenging its circulation claims.
The Seer of General Devereaux at Morriam's Geral Room presided over a gathering with at least six hundred attendees. Colonel H AnvEY presented the Colour to Colonel MDermott and his regiment, as Mrs Potmann praised the officers and urged fidelity and honor. The ceremony featured eloquent speeches on independence, liberty, and the support of Irish women, ending with the Colour officially committed to the regiment.
The theatre reports updated on Friday night Mrs O Nerin in the pit performed Bianca in the tragedy of Fozin to overwhelming interest. Saturday night Korsesuz’s Play of the Stranger featured Mrs Haller by Miss O Nertt with praise for Miss Haller’s precise acting. Venice Preserved is announced for future performances.
A large blaze November night devastated Boswell's paper and floor cloth works behind their home on Bachelor's Walk. The warehouse, connected stores, and adjoining buildings burned fully, with water scarce and engines hampered. Paving Board water carts and multiple fire brigades eventually contained the spread, saving Boswell's dwelling and adjacent printing works. No serious injuries were reported.
The text outlines misdated and garbled items including Rifle Corps movements under Colonel Gore toward New Granta and St Damings for General Cant Macerane, plus Circuits for Connaught and Leinster with judge Staly. It mentions fraud charges, a Corin chair, and multiple court actions involving Longford vacancies and a Wade-He pursuit, all in a fragmentary report.
The Crawley Common contest between Donnelly and Oliver ended after one hour and nine minutes with Donnelly declared winner. Oliver showed bravery but endured heavy punishment and a deteriorating condition, while Donnelly gained reputation as the stronger fighter despite injuries on both sides. Further notes in London say Oliver sustained substantial body contusion and Donnelly was favored by strength throughout the bout.
A header lists names including BENJAMIN WHITAKER JAMES DEVEREUX and OTHERS, announcing a petition in Clonmel County Tipperary to be discharged from creditors. It references acts for relief of incorrigible debtors and asks for consideration by sessions in the next term.
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