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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
May 27, 1817
Page
2
Lord Lippovand moves to bring in a message from the Prince Regent and to appoint a committee to consider it. Lord Grey opposes the timing, arguing the revival of a prior practice is unnecessary and may worsen personal distress. He urges a more precise inquiry into discrepancies between the report and evidence.
On the third reading of the Savings Bank Bill a dialogue arose over a proposed clause allowing property owners to seek relief. Supporters and opponents argued the clause would or would not meet its intended purpose. The division passed 120 in the affirmative, and the bill proceeded. Moorism Palvaterrs noted concern over captured vessels and potential government action. Loft sitting ended with uncertainties on Moerich vessels and Baltic trade.
London reports show Sir Francis Burdett pressing for a select committee to probe the state of representation in Parliament. The division ended 77 for the motion to 25 against, with many members absent or leaving the chamber. Also noted are dispatches from Jamaica and Charleston and private letters from Paris on bread price policies and related loans.
A London mail from Flanders notes cautious Spain Portugal plans and Brazil cession ideas, while Netherland and Belgians press for strong measures. Stock market reports show spreads and gains as Cochrane appears amid brisk trade. oats and barley trade with modest advances and steady prices.
The notice states there will be a second edition issued at 4:30 PM on June 4 at the Castle in Wrowasbar, with the paper delivering the latest intelligence to the Post Office for evening mail delivery.
The Dublin Journal reports on expanding the paper to a larger sheet, pledging impartiality and independence, thanking readers for patronage, and outlining plans to inform the public with factful reporting while avoiding party virulence. It also discusses taxation policy debates, revenue reform, and support for a simpler, fairer system.
Parliament proceedings note interest in Dublin petitions against Window and Carriage taxes. The Chancellor of the Exchequer favors referring to the Finance Committee for broader taxation review. Speakers stress desire for relief but question if petitions merely delay action.
Reported discussions show Mr Finlay seeking repeal of the 524 percent duty on foreign linens to aid assorted cargoes. The piece notes linen exports from Ireland near half of total exports, questions the transit duty's benefit, and calls for further consideration amid European trade barriers.
Bestow and Mr Finlay’s motion concerned production of papers. He was employed by the House to advance the request, with debate focused on the scope and authority of document disclosure.
The column criticizes the Dublin Chronicle for its framing of the American war of independence and its alleged political bias. It accuses the paper of stirring sectarian feelings, while defending the integrity of the Custer Journal and the authors’ own stance against disaffection and cross-channel tensions.
The record notes that Sir Francie Barrett's motion mirrored Pitt's 178% move and failed by 20 votes. It adds that in 1812 Mr. Brand brought the question again, backed by the Marquis of Tavistock, but it was rejected by a 127 vote majority.
On Monday an aldermanic election will be held in the room of the late Alderman Andrews. Many reputable candidates compete for the vacant gown and Kingston James is widely expected to win, having previously lost due to a maneuver protective of another candidate.
A Saturday evening performance of the Emerich Fleet opera drew a fashionable Dublin crowd. Braham as Valentine and Philipps as Pist water received lavish praise for voice and presence, with Griglietti and Murran also praised. The review notes public support, manager should heed audience sentiment, and mentions high loaf prices and scarcity as context for the excitement.
On Ascension Thursday Saint Peter and Paul and Saint James parishes perambulated their bounds then the Mayor led a city delegation by boat down the river to the city limits. A later attempt to take a ferry left many aboard as the boat sank and many people were thrown into the water with some saved and others missing.
A crowded public ceremony at the Custom House on May 23 1817 saw O Vandeleur preside as he laid a limestone stone with a copper plate bearing the royal inscription. A cemented foundation, a band, and a three pounder salute marked the event attended by officials and about 30 000 spectators who dispersed quietly after the proceedings.
In Limerick on Friday afternoon aged 75 Lord Wiseguot Gort departed life at his mansion after a lengthy illness. He was a magistrate of noted hospitality and integrity, long active in militia and civic duties, with extensive estates and political service in Limerick. His lordship’s remains will rest in St. Muuchio's vaults. Also notes the Viscount Newcomen and markets at Liverpool with flour and grain prices and shipping data.
The notice lists subscription options and prices for twelve to thirty months for readers in town and country, with advance payment urged. It names Newton & Co and others in London and Edinburgh as advertising agents for the Epilogy and Scottish Agriculture journal.
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