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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Jun 24, 1817
Page
2
A periodical essay reviews Byron's Manfred, arguing the drama lacks vitality and coherent invention. It questions the supernatural machinery, praises Manfred's soliloquies, and notes the poet's genius but faults the poems overall for missing dramatic force and character.
The text outlines the duties of magistrates as delegates of constitutional authority, stressing incorruptibility, impartiality, vigilance, and benevolence. It urges fair treatment of the poor, careful adjudication, and mercy, while warning against partiality and self interest, with emphasis on lawful conduct.
The defendant appeared to plead not guilty to three blasphemous informations. He asked for copies of the informations, was told no, and after protests he was ordered to withdraw. Lord Ellenborough stated copies would not be provided and the prisoner left the court after being handed out.
An Italian journal outlines life probabilities and generation spans, estimating births and deaths by year day hour and minute. It compares life expectancy milestones from a thousand births and lists population densities by country, highlighting wide differences between England and Malta. A Berkshire youth named Thorpe ran 21 miles in under two hours, winning a two-guinea match.
The Star reports on the disposal of several prisoners tied to high treason amid suspensions of Habeas Corpus. It notes the release of Watson, others from Tothillfields, and Gravesend detainees after examination by Lord Sidmouth and officials. It questions the misuse of espionage, the lack of legal remedies, and hints at Cabinet reshuffles and shifting support in Parliament. The piece laments the risk to innocent men like Mr Hall and ponders the government’s future course and possible new administration.
In a London theatre the cast clashed over a Duke of Buckingham role with Caldwell dismissed by manager Holman. Fights erupted as placards rallied support for Caldwell, ladies withdrew, chandeliers and seats were destroyed, guards intervened, and the theatre is shut indefinitely.
The Marshal General praises Generals, officers, and soldiers for loyalty and bravery during the Lisbon unrest on the night of May 3. He communicates to the Regency that the aim remains the same in service to the Sovereign, country, and public order, praising their patriotism and restraint.
Obituary honors Captain William Ogle born in Armagh and educated in Lurgan. Naturalised citizen praised for his virtuous life, extensive travels, and lifelong pursuit of moral improvement guided by religion and faith in the Lord Jesus. He was beloved in life and mourned in death.
Aggregated returns show quantities and prices for corn grain and meat in Dublin and Liberties. Figures include stone and barrel equivalents for various commodities, with notes on oats and bread prices and weekly assize. Some entries reflect exchange measures and standardization across markets.
Printed for the Proprietors of chef Office in Dublin and London offices list subscription rates in advance. Town twelve months thirty one shillings sixpence months thirteen four months eleven three months fourteen shillings and sixpence. Country twelve months one pound. Addresses include Newton & Co Warwake Square Mr J Wire Fleet Street London Mr James Tavioe Suara and Co Edinburgh.
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