Proclamation urges neutrality amid European war
Dublin May 31 reports Jpye King's Proclamation urging subjects to observe neutrality in the continental conflict between the Moor Christian and Hungarian kings. It notes no reprisal for four months after a demand for compensation, and praises England's stance. The piece discusses government stability, Pitt’s leadership, and fears of Austrian, Prussian, and French military movements as La Fayette’s army reportedly deserts.
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Mof
England
Continent
London Gazette
Prante
Restoration Day Festivities and City Affairs Summary
Reports from Dublin and London describe Whit Sunday and King Charles II restoration anniversary celebrations with the Lord Mayor hosting a dinner for a large crowd. A university fellowship exam proceeds at Trinity College with seven candidates. A Lord Mayor and officials meet to discuss borrowing 100,001 to cover city debts and road repairs, with adjourning to seek further action. Letters from Chatham note unknown French-looking messengers delivering parliamentary mail. An advertisement promises entertainment at Capel Street theatre with Lasayran’s appearance.
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Chris Church
Charles the Second
Bedford Tower
Trinity College
John O'Neill
Shane's Castle
Chatham
Dublin
Wettminster
Exhibition House
William-reet
Thoilel
Marthalsea
He Ciy
Erademes
Capelreet Theatre
Lasayran
New Lock Hospital Grit Meeting Advances Charity Plan
The Grit Meeting of the Governor at the hospital discussed regulations needed to pursue the charitable design of government within the establishment. Some rules were adopted to advance Pardes effecting the fundable design of the institution.
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Zor
Proclamation Critique Sparks Call to Preserve Order
A letter condemns a rival newspaper for its empty critique of the King's Proclamation and warns against public groups seeking alteration. It argues the government must punish contrivers and abettors to protect peace and subordination, urging society to heed the people’s authority.
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Ite
Defections and death penalties in old French military code
A 1790s reflection notes ten year to death penalties for desertion by common soldiers and shorter terms for subalterns and officers. It criticizes the French Revolution and Bastille relics, laments loss of religion and civilization under Reform, and recalls a balloon invasion hoax at the Austrian front discussed by the National Assembly with satirical approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Austria
Philosophical Committee
Merchants Probe West Indies Sugar Prospects and Local Frauds
Letters from West Indies merchants note robust sugar crop prospects yet warn that late export restraints may affect prices as Muscovado supplies swell in Dublin and London. Police report coal frauds and a hay loft theft tied to Mr John Smart's property, with a civic alderman ordering the robber's commitment. A Monday Fields town fair yielded generally sober sales amid holes in stalls.
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West Indies
England
Dublin
London
C. Touctou
Africa
Hodges
Kingdom of
Touctou
Cairo
Summerhill
North Strand
John Smart
Duffer Street
Robon
Fields Town
Fashion Fads and Fancy Ribbons in High Style
A vivid slice of 19th century fashion chatter notes the fading charm of coquelle ribbon and rising appeal of buckle and fringe. It observes the trend toward Tarban caps and Anglo handkerchief convolutions, with playful allusions to Grand Signior and wedding-ready uses of a fast handkerchief.
Waterford Letter Reports Shipwreck and Swindler Capture
Extract from Waterford dated May 19 notes a Spitfire sloop of war boat overturning near Cheek Point in a heavy squall with one seaman lost. It also reports Maurice Kirby, a noted swindler, captured at Carlow by sub-constables Meffra Bell and Divine, with a large reward offered by Limerick authorities.
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Spitfire
Cheek Point
Carlow
Meffra
Bell
Divine
Clonmel
Maurice Kirby
Limerick
Clanmel
Poetic reflections on virtue and moderation in Wiltom's mood
A philosophic meditation in verse urges living wisely amid public tumult. The speaker seeks inner reform through Stoic calm, Grecian learning, and temperance, rejecting base desire and heedless opinion. It champions Reason as guide, Moderation as rule, and self-directed virtue over fashionable crowds.
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Phoebus
WilSom
On Courtship and Bold Declarations
A fragmentary verse piece on courtship roles and restraint in love. The speaker urges prudent lovers to maintain strength, while women are described as perceptive and prone to revealing sorrow. The poem contrasts fashion and passion with fear of crime and restraint, ending with calls for boldness amid danger.
Quarter Sessions at Kitmainnas Trials and Sentences
The Dublin quarter sessions hear multiple cases including Michael Murphy tried for riot and assault linked to a warrant against Burleigh, plus other felonies. Convictions include larceny with transportation for seven years and theft with corporal punishments. some acquittals occur after witness corroboration. The court adjourns to Monday July and discusses county road maintenance funding via a future Parliament bill. St Mark's parish wardens acknowledge a levy receipt from the Lord Mayor.
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Michael Murphy
Burleigh
Murphy
Patrick Moey
Phoenix Park
King
Tyane Howard
Howard
Mary M'Donald
Michael Carrol
Anne M'Donald
Honora Gill
Catherine Burke
Anne
Honora
M*mahan
Carroll
M‘mahon’s
Mary
Patrick Daly
Elinor Tiernan
Guincas
Qood
Henry Lee
James Costetto
Tawney Church
Dundrum
Pound
Ana Fagan
Daniel Nell
Bin
Dublin
Rand
St Mark's Parish
Brownrigg
Marriages at Pollaston and Waterford in 19th c. notes
In Pollaston at the residence of Sir C Burton Bart, William Weluon of Gravelmount Meath Ely weds the Hon. Mife Lucy Cuffs. In Waterford Mr Samuel Kents marries Miss Judith Murphy of the same place.
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Pollaston
Carlin
C Burton
William Weluon
Gravelmount
Meath
Ely
Mife Lucy Cuffs
Laff Viscount Defart
Waterford
Samuel Kents Beari Up-Chandler
Judith Murphy
Laid
Local Notices Fragment Reveal Names and Places
Fragmentary text references individuals Joseph Darling of Bale River Wexford and Julia Muland of Jane Molina with titles and roles. Other names include Mark Rourke and various unclear locations. Content suggests a partial public or legal notice with incomplete street and district identifiers.
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Joseph Darling
Bale River
Co. Wexford
Mile Ey Garte
Chevendon-treet
Julia Muland
Jane Molina
O Wary
Bly du Cook Freet
Mark Rourke
Turgenn
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Marquis of Stafford
Pitt
Queen's House
Abe Dad
New Lock Hospital
Owens
Uther’s Quay
Ormond-quay
Fancy
Horatian
Durance
Kitmainnas
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