03 May 1787
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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
May 03, 1787
Page
1
A notice announces the sale of a caped collection titled Pooks and Kaevek Languages with a Surrlakse Containing Worweot Rapranean in the PTA LIAN. The event is held at Wilsons No 6 Dam trees, Mrs Chamb ser News, Collegpegesen, and at No 50 Siuimmeg Mil.
Lottery notice outlining four prize tiers of 1000 each for draws on various days in November 1787 and June 1788, with a total of 300,600 tickets and 40,600 blanks. Drawing to begin Monday the rath Day of November 1787 and prizes payable in ready money after June 1788, signed by CHR and ROB. DEEY as secretaries.
The Dublin lamp office at John Bray's and Co invites contracts from the city and nobles for paving cleansing and lighting. It promises prompt attention to complaints about lighting duties and private globe fittings. It advertises groceries teas wines spirits spermaceti lamp oils and other supplies at low prices.
The notice from T. Ashenhurst principal at the New Buildings Dame Street invites all operators to purchase government securities including Treasury Bills and Bank Stock. It warns against advertising property for sale as it depreciates stock value and promises fair honest terms at the office.
The Corporation for preserving and improving the Port of Dublin announces a vacancy for a shipwright and storekeeper. The role requires self-work, strict and fair accounting of receipts and disbursements of all stores. Salary offered is six pounds per year. Applicants must be qualified and attend a meeting on Tuesday May 8 next, by order of ICH. BROUGHTON.
J De Joncourt, a tea dealer and grocer, advertises a sale of fresh and British goods, offering a wide assortment from his own importation and inviting the public to purchase at No. 30 Damg Street. He thanks Nobility and friends for their support and promises continued quality.
British packets report Sir Gilbert Edgerton move to impeach Sir Elijah Impey, Burke's committee progress on Hastings charges, and a Pot Works duty bill debated as opposition sparks constitutional alarm. In Burgundy Creusot mines yield rich coal and iron, with French cannon foundry, mint glass transport shifting from Paris as canals loom.
Reports detail Lord George Gordon's court appearances for Not Guilty pleas in the King's Bench and Crown Office proceedings. The text also notes parliamentary debates on Hastings impeachment, the Prince of Wales, and Spain's assembly orders. Amid court actions, references to Mrs Fitzherbert and French envoy communications appear, with mentions of Ireland affairs and Loyalist lottery funding.
Dublin May 4 1787 market summary lists London Exchange debentures with 6 percent interest and stock prices. Mentions par value payments and per cent yields, with references to stock blocks, shares priced near 150 to 200 guinea range, and various bonds or bills including 14 years purchase notes.
Irregular historical notice describes stock transfer and public acquaintances. It notes a move to No 144 Capel Street and implies a stock sale or transfer by a person named Vernas, with related references to the Treasury, Treasury Bills, and bank stock loans.
The annual Handel commemoration began Thursday at St Werburghs church with a notably refined and luminous performance. The church quickly filled, forcing extra seats on all sides as the audience overflowed the nave and gallery.
The article praises a lavish concert with about 300 performers in an organ loft and temporary gallery. Notable ladies Lady Portarlington Mrs Stopford and Miss Margram impressed with vocal solos while Duke of Rutland sat near the entrance. The Lord Lieutenant presided and the conductors earned public gratitude for supporting a hospital.
A storm off Wicklow Bay drove a vessel named the Ann of Cork to drift after parting its cable. The Surveyor led a rescue by the revenue boat crew who saved four men and a female passenger, while the wreck’s fate and the vessel’s full crew remain missing. The incident highlights dire conditions and the brave effort by the rescuers.
Hore XANTHUS lands from England and stands at Naas to cover mares this season at a guinea and half a crown per mare. Payment due at service. Described as high boned with strength, well known in English turf circles. Pedigree shown to the groom.
A fragmented report details arrival and sailing events of ships including the Duchess of Rutland and other coasters. Mentions ports Holyhead Parkgate Newry and London Packet with cargo items such as potatoes and sugar. Mentions passengers and merchants and winds noted as ballast and general shipping activity.
Property sale notice for part of Tuomas Bernard estate on the River Liffey banks within Dublin and Kildare counties. 1512 acres to 1933 acres described, with hedges trees and water access, annual rent between four and five hundred pounds. Enquiries directed to John Forbes of Kildare Street and Robert Smith, Esq. near Dublin.
Dublin April 29 19th century public notice warns importers and tobacco merchants to deliver detailed yearly accounts of tobacco and snuff consignments with weights quantities and storage locations. Failure to provide accurate accounts by deadlines incurs penalties up to twenty pounds and possible seizure. Signed by Thomas Winer for the Commissioners of His Majesty's Revenue.
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