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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Mar 30, 1821
Page
2
The House of Commons debate on Catholic bills continues with Sir G Hell and others opposing Catholic admission. Amendments focus on oaths and declarations, maintaining Protestant dominance and guarding against erosion of established church authority.
A Dublin debate centers on Catholic admission to Parliament amid fears of foreign influence and loyalty, with opponents arguing the risk to the constitution and military, colonial, and ecclesiastical affairs. Supporters insist timely reform will end oppression and restore peace.
The debate at a late hour considered excluding Roman Catholics from offices and from advising the Protestant king. Peel and Worley argued, and Goldburn moved to report progress. The ninth article of the Bill of Rights was cited as inconsistent with a Catholic king on the throne. The Irish Witchcraft Repeal Bill passed after read a third time and adjourned.
Inquests recount a brutal murder with a kitchen scene showing a bloodied poker and a dead young woman. Bridget Butterly found guilty of wilful murder. Bridget Ennis convicted of aiding robbery. Witnesses place Butterly with a trunk and cloak. evidence notes a knife and tongs found nearby. Captain Peck and others testify to events at the house. Various military moves and local notices follow.
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