Dublin Journal Extracts From London Papers
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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Nov 16, 1818
Page
2
The Packet arrives with London Journers and foreign papers of recent dates. We present extracts deemed worthy for further reading.
The text argues Spain faces a deteriorating political crisis under a faltering government. Allied aid for colonies is unlikely, and Patriots may expel Spaniards across the Americas. Internal unrest, priestly influence, and ministerial purges compound financial and social instability as plans for reform falter.
Dispatch from Havana notes ongoing traffic in enslaved people with Spanish and other nationals still transporting captives. A Havana account mentions a Spanish vessel bringing 48 enslaved Africans to the port, highlighting calls for universal laws prohibiting such practices.
A Aix la Chapelle letter dated Bay Hat reports a conference of Mirttiters at Prince Hardenberg’s house. France wishes a considerable extension of the contribution period, with Prussia unlikely to grant cordial consent. Protocols of conferences were sent to Paris and London hours before the French consul’s arrival.
A Bavarian edict under the King revamps constitutional provisions for Mhenish Bavaria. It declares inapplicable provisions on nobles, patrimonial jurisdiction, and Jews, aligning with local institutions. A revised Württemberg constitution prompts a Diet to be elected March 1 and seated under the new rules.
A private letter from Aix la Chapelle reports Prince Blen? and other royals arriving by Tuesday, with expectations of ceremony or politics. The King of Russia, August’s mother dispatch, and Prussian Prince Reval attend. Portraits and artistic plans for Emperor of Austria and Prince Regent figures are discussed, including money and honors in the court circle.
The Continent faces a money shortage as payments on recent foreign loans absorb liquidity. Paris and Amsterdam funds show declines, with France and other cities suffering discounts. Reports note bank discount limits, high borrowing rates, and government-financed operations draining capital from trade and industry.
The Dublin Journal prints a range of articles and reviews with the Edinburgh Reviews analysis noted as unusually valuable. It highlights foreign intelligence and a masterly law report on King v Lord Kingsland, promising informative columns and ongoing public patronage.
The Jeabella and the Alexander have arrived at Brasaa Sound Lerwick with all crew safe. Captain Ross completed exploration of Baffin Bay and confirmed a passage between the Atlantic and Pacific through Davis Strait and Basin's Bay. They found Arctic inhabitants believed to be isolated, and noted language and living means. further discoveries may reveal whether Greenland is an island. The Pole expedition may be attempted again next season.
Parliament was further prorogued by writ to December 29. The Lord Chancellor and Lord Harrowby sat in the House of Peers, with the Clerks and Messengers of the Commons present as representatives of the Commons.
The aggregate average of Wheat that regulates the importation of foreign is for this week 50s to 83s. The best informed Corn Factors are of union that after next week the points will be open the importation of Wheat from all counties. - Courier of Friday.
The Kilkenny Association announces the Journal’s denial of a meeting report and defends its publication in the Dublin Journal. It cites Baker Caanicu as chair and notes Kilkenny Post and Carrick Monuag Post corroboration. The piece defends timely printing and condemns hostile reception for patriotic work.
Reports from Kew Palace detail the Queen's rapid decline starting Monday night with escalating coughing fits and unrestful breathing. By Tuesday she remained unconscious between paroxysms as physicians worked to ease her distress. the Prince Regent kept vigil, while Wednesday and Thursday brought further deterioration and little relief.
A letter from a Texan settler argues the Texas colony has no current intent against Mexico, while noting rumors spread to lure European adventurers. It covers Lallemand’s focus on organizing the colony, subscriptions for Champ d Angle, and details on the Texas settlement’s population and defenses. It also includes shipping and trade notes from the Moray Frith and Fraserburgh to Fort George, with fishery yields and market prices.
The report describes a Lusitania captain delivering a box of books and letters destined for Longwood on Saint Helena. Government seizure follows, with officials citing the serious care and contact surrounding the package and its intended recipient. Additional lists of works accompany theLetters and authorial explanations are offered by the sender.
The Themise Royal theatre undergoes total rebuild inside with new design, blue velvet, and gold mouldings. Fronts of boxes to be richly decorated, theatre illuminated at great expense, and pit entrance improved for patrons. New performers announced including Miss Walateia, Mr Mongavery, Bir McCarthy, and others from Covent Garden, East London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and the English Opera.
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