15 May 1818
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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
May 15, 1818
Page
1
The notice lists Theatre Royal events with delayed performances and cast, including Jane Shore on a future date, with prices and special appearances. It also advertises flour mills for sale in Galway region, describing production capacity, location, and bidding terms with responses by a given date.
A verbose report details naval actions and diplomatic twists surrounding the Hornet and related ships. It notes negotiations with Spain, anticipated official word from Washington, and secret movements as American interests pursue compensation and redress for alleged seizures and piracy. The piece mentions the Bearer, the North-west Coast plan, and the broader collision of law, commerce, and foreign policy in the late 19th century.
Excerpts from the Tedubiin Journal discuss oath arrival and selected intelligence secrets. The text notes interest for the Irish reader and promises more edgier material drawn from other secret sources.
An excerpt from Makito to the Spanish Minister of War dated February 26 reports Bouiván’s defeat at Calabozo, followed by a rally at Sombrero where a severe action ended in a royalist victory. It cites 2500 cavalry and 1500 infantry for the patriot side with heavy losses on both sides and discusses the broader struggle and emigre morale.
From St Helena dated March 19 reports Navo Leon in good health but still closing off. Dispute between Count Moxtuosox and General Gongson caused bustle but the small island is now tranquil. Bonaparte once agitated Europe and kings trembled at his nod, but his fate seems fulfilled and warns rulers against indulging bad passions.
Stock prices fell 1 41/2 percent on Tuesday yet quotes remained firm as foreign loans and treasure shipments influence the market. Reports from Berlin claim a Prussian loan was arranged in London via the house of Romscatty as ships arrive with treasure at the Elbe mouth.
An 1819 letter from Grenada notes discontent among the sailors as Campobleys Regiment volunteers sail aboard armed vessels toward St Kitts. A voyage detour at St Bartholomew’s ends with a captain acquitted of flogging. Civil authorities plan a March trial for corporal punishment.
In the Oficial Gazette of Naples a political attempt is described to persuade subjects regarding alleged disorders at the frontiers of Papal dominions. A review of the capital’s issues is mentioned, with royal brothers cited and talks of an arrangement between the Pope and the King of Naples.
Persia reports the German Council of State held its first sitting on the 28th. Chancellor Prother, once in London, secured a loan from the House of Boruscuttho to be approved by the Prussian Majesty. Shipments of treasure arrive from the Alps. Rumors link Grand Duke Michael of Russia to Princess Alexandrina Frederica. Unrest in Würzburg grows, Chief Minister of Police Kempf loses favor for flagging the extraordinary marriage affair.
Baltimore papers report letters from Washington hinting at possible hostilities with Spain. The Foreign Relations Committee met yesterday to discuss the publication of Spanish documents and potential demarcation disputes, with a cautious, tense atmosphere described as likely to inflame public sentiment.
Extracted dated January 23 from Buenos Ayres discusses the strained political climate and cautions against full public opinion. It reports a declared war by Chief Artigas and the government’s dispatch of 1500 troops to the Yaneda Ortegal front, noting a recent defeat and government concealment of details.
A long issue announces the supplement with debates on the Repeal of the Hearth Tax and many bills, including county treasurers and naval matters, plus various affairs in Ireland, Scotland, and abroad. A detailed tragedy follows about a King Street incident where a man, deranged, leapt from a garret window, killing himself and injuring bystanders.
Historic text discusses the Crowns patent to a stage association, the value of profits, and public concerns over how revenues should be used. It questions whether funds deserve charitable distribution to the fatherless and public service, amid claims of immense banked wealth and royal privileges.
The piece features Frank Osbaldistone and Capuan in a mixed reception. Critics praise some performances like Mrs Yates and Roy while noting uneven acting and controversial songs. The new farce The Geeping-Draught gains mild interest but fails to salvage the program. The review suggests the drama needs stronger nightly study for a third performance.
Fragmented OCR note mentions a 19th Regent of Yapt Jana and FSU foals. readable names are unclear, with partial phrases about regimental or ceremonial context and a likely reference to a competition or event.
Fragmented OCR text recalls a trial at Albi with references to motives and sacrifice. It notes the court and a voice of a television figure, mention of a native refuge with a family, and an anticipated outcome with a proposed sentence for a date near the seventh. The readable fragments suggest a crime or scandal unfolding.
A garbled survey covers population estimates in Europe Asia and Africa, movements in Greece and Egypt, and the Austrian federation context. It mentions M Forbin’s discoveries in Thebes, shifts in religious sites, and a notable elopement affecting noble families, with scattered notes on geography and historical figures.
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