Debates on Copyright Law and Spy Informers in Parliament
In a heated session, MPs argued over the 1814 copyright act and its impact on libraries and universities. The House split 57 to 58 on bringing in further reform amid calls to revise the act. Sir Francis Burdett pressed ministers about government spies like Reynolds and Oliver, demanding accountability if they exceed authority. Castlereagh defended the government, urging restraint but promising accountability. The debate touched on informers' trust and the broader implications for public order. An arrest costs bill and discussions on Ireland’s state followed, with motions for an Irish inquiry during prorogation.
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Nor
Jose
Finay
C. Wynne
Ier
F. Burdett
Castlereagh
Thomas Reynolds
Welbeck Street
Pies
Oliver
Welbeck
Come
Anies
Baronet
Francis Burdett
Freis Burdett
Lord Castlereagh
Martinet
Hon
Mr. Brougham
Gondlias
Home Department
Curwen
Lockhart
John Newport
Ireland
United Empire
Prince Segent
G. Hill
N. Colthurst
Paris News and Royal Movements Abroad
Paris and Lisbon dispatches describe mass bread prices, famine impacts, and police controls in France. The Archduchess Leopoldine plans a voyage from Vienna to Brazil via Leuham, while the Russian Emperor contemplates Moscow winter duties and a Crimea tour. Private letters discuss Paris shortages, Rouen disturbances, and peaceful Bordeaux. A Lisbon mail notes calm in Lisbon yet curiosity about a conspiracy and laborer Oliver. Prisoners continue to be moved from Huddersfield toward York Castle.
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Leopoldine
Rays
Portugal
Vienna
Leuham
Brazils
Portuguese America
Russia
Moscow
Crimea
Warsaw
Petersburgh
Vandamme
Texel
Philadelphia
Wands
Paris
Journal Des Afaires
Cone
France
Rouen
Bordeaus
Gironde
M. de Caze
Parie
Lisbon
Sd Iist
Offreton
Leeds Mercery
Oliver
Wooller
Wright
Leeds Intelliencer
Wakefield Magistrates reexamine prisoners in late outrages
Monday Evening reports the Wakefield magistrates reexamining prisoners from the district. Smaller of Norbury and James Mano of Leeds are committed for trial and held on security for good behaviour, six discharged on their own recognizance. Market notes from Suffolk indicate light buyers due to fine weather with Wheat and Barley prices steady, Peas Beans and Cabbage maintaining Monday levels.
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York
Puddersfield Yeomanry
Wakefield
Norbury
James Mano
Leeds
Freeley
Dutch Mail reports no notable events in London papers
London Friday June 20 The Dutch Mail contains nothing of interest. Grain prices stay high in the Netherlands despite large imports. The Bank may discount for the Public at 4 1 2 percent. Fund prices rise amid support for ministry and habeas corpus suspension. Suenos Ayres reports a Portuguese army in crisis and short provisions. Waterloo prize money to be distributed. officers to receive shares. Forecasts note fine weather and slow market with barley beans peas and oats selling slowly.
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Netherlands
Suenos Ayres
Waterloo
Independent Dublin Journal enlarges paper size and pledges continued neutrality
The Dublin Journal announces a bigger format to broaden reach and reiterates independence from parties. It vows impartial coverage, faithful recording of facts, and fair deductions, thanking readers and patrons for support since July 1816.
Dublin London Exchange: Evening Post Receives Latest Intel
Yesterday's exchange from Dublin to London notes a second edition issued on its respective days. This edition brings down intelligence to the latest moment that the Post Office can receive an Evening Print.
Dublin Journal Reports London Journals and Market Sparks
The London Journals of Friday have arrived. The Funda advanced 2 percent. The deficiency of the Supplies for the year is about twelve millions. The Exchequer will have no difficulty in obtaining this sum. The monied market is abundant. The Bank will discount Commercial Bills at 44 percent. We hope surplus capital will flow to Ireland.
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London
Ireland
Ways and Means 1816 Budget and European Distress
A summary of the 1816 budget showing annual duties and expenditures, including excise and Treasury balances. The document notes a large deficit and outlines relief appeals amid European subsistence crises, describing Geneva aid, urban distress, and calls for soup kitchens and broader taxation to fund relief efforts.
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Old Stree
Sabbath Breaking at Cobourg Gardens in Dublin
The Cobourg Gardens were open Sunday evening, a second Sabbath breach. The Lord Mayor’s swift action gives hope the insult to religion and moral feeling will not recur. proprietors may face strong resistance from respectable society if they persist. The Dublin Print attacks the suggestion of private motives and defends its stance as vigilant.
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Cobourg
Dublin
uUiose
Finance committee issues two class Irish estimates
A fifth report from the Seject Committee on Finance outlines Irish Civil Establishments in two groups: charges under the Act of Union for agriculture manufactures and charitable institutions, and miscellaneous services.Totals show 2,252,287 for the first and 141,660 for the second with year to year reductions noted. The Board of Works expenditure is sharply cut from 54,000 in four years to January 1809 to 25,001 this year. The committee warns many charitably funded items aid distressed classes but urge no reduction in pensions or establishments already relied upon by Irish people.
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France
Deloy
Ireland
Board of Works
Deni Rous
Parialong
Public Nuisance At Cock Hill Disturbs Dark-like District
Residents of Dark-like motige complain of a nuisance caused by music and frequent crowds near Cock Hill. A crowd gathers for a street show with tambourine music and provocative speech, attracting attention and disturbing neighbouring households. Authorities are urged to remove the nuisance promptly.
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Cock Hill
Auresa
Tamorriw on Post Assembly Elects Alderman in W Hienetrret
Board of Aldermen meeting at the Corporation House in W Hienetrret aims to elect an Alderman of 'iba Chu. Several respected candidates, including James hag Gerthamin, are noted for independence. The event seeks a successful candidate amidst local interest.
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Board OF Aldermen
Tamorriw
Corporation House
W Hienetrret
Iba Chu
James Hag Gerthamin
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Watson
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