08 May 1784
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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
May 08, 1784
Page
1
Fragmentary text references a King’s Bench jury, a Meyler, and payments of 4d and 5s for printers in a city but no coherent event or names to confirm a clear news item. The readable portions suggest a legal or court-related acknowledgment of benefactions but lack complete context.
The Lord Chancellor informed the House that the judges are ready to give their opinion on questions from Can and Gay. The matter was ordered to be received tomorrow with further consideration adjourned until that time as there is no other business before the House.
An old advertisement offers Cyder of high quality for sale at Ware House of Micaatt Karamaen in Lublin noting superior richness and private family use. Also announces a ball on May 18 with free admission for nobility and centry and a separate notice of a General Meeting of the Incorporated Society in Dublin on May 1 to elect a Treasurer, with committee meetings at eleven.
The Light Lord Mayor Aldermen Sheriffs and Sheriffs Peers of Dublin called to attend the Board at the House of Industry this day to consider the expediency and practicability of enforcing the law against sturdy beggars and vagabonds. The consideration is postponed to Monday the 17th inst due to the magistrates not attending. Vel Paul, Sec.
Fragmentary OCR text references individuals W Bingley Richard Moncrieffe and Robert Hamilton Smith with mentions of thanks and temporary relief but lacks coherent events, dates, or clear action suitable for a full news-style summary.
A most desolate orphan in Credit City appeals to Charitable and Humane for help after the death of her kin left her deprived of forty years of labor and health. She has suffered many wrongs and forfeited all wearing apparel and medicines, begging at the printers creek for benefits.
An 1784 Dublin assembly notes a parish committee’s intent to take down old church walls roofs and floors to raise a new church on the site. Proposals and cost estimates are sought, with a plan and transcript approved by the House of Commons.
A fragmentary notice asserts that Mr. Tenduccl uses a public method to reaffirm the noble gentry and his friends. It claims he is resolved to settle him in the kingdom and mentions an address for applying to a certain Na amid a teaching act of singing.
An early notice announces a sale at the House of O’Reilly offering a wide range of ladies and gentlemen apparel including silks, gowns, textiles, and accessories. It claims favorable terms for purchasers and notes careful labeling of each item to reflect the buyer’s status and preferences.
An apprenticeship advertises linen drapery and textiles for sale in Dublin near Exchequer Street. The seller states prices are marked on each piece and warns no life can be taken, noting substantial undercutting of Dublin prices and a wide range of fabrics and linens.
Michael Kavanagh offers a large stock of wines from his own importation at No 9 Atine-Greet opposite Linen Hall Dublin. Names include Champeigne gleat Burgundy London Market Maddis rolg Old Hock Sherry Frontiniac Bett Sherry Malaga Port White Port Red Port Claret and more. Goods delivered without carriage charges and money refunded if not up to standard. terms stated for immediate discharge of expenses.
Luke Savage informs friends and the public that he continues his hat and lace business at No. 1 Parliament Street Dublin. He seeks continued patronage from Nobility Gentry and the public, noting his late father’s years of service and urging debtors to settle with Andrew Savage. A. Cormick advertises a gold and silver lace shop at No. 1 Parliament Street offering buttons trimmings and paying high for bullion in New Guineas.
The Foundling Hospital Dublin issues a notice to nurses and staff naming eligible parishes and dates for a required duty. It directs nurses to remain on duty only on specified days and locations, with orders to avoid gate access outside those times, under Bailag the registrar.
The Rev William Jepason will preach at Wirburghs Church to support the Parish Charity School. Edward Sherlock and Henry Darley are directors pursuing public help for a seminary aiding poor children with lodging, meals, reading, and silk weaving training. Eight pupils now, planning expansion to five more with benevolent aid. Sunday May 16, 1784.
Auction is set at Bristol on May next for 450 hagtheads of sugar aboard the Mercury capt Seaton from St Kitt's, with details on credit claims and demanded accounts for Aylmer of Lyons. Multiple notices follow on subscriptions, arrears, and payments for various Dublin entities including horse security and road trustees.
Mayah Attieed and Draper with M Culm Bristol Mercants Goods report five collier ships and coals. Clermont Packet, Duke of York, James, Prince William, and Lewis London carry goods toward Liverpool and Dartmouth. Several vessels arrive in ballast with potatoes, wine, and pottery while others sail or remain at sea amid variable winds.
Notices reveal a complex mix of legal actions and property sales in Co Dublin and surrounding areas. Executors advertise legacies, land parcels including Killihare and Ravinsdale are offered for sale, with many parcels described in detail. Debtors and creditors seek payment, while new actions involve heirs and inquiries into rightful inheritance.
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