26 Nov 1785
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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Nov 26, 1785
Page
1
A fragment from a 18th century article laments a revolution and lauds royal generosity and patriotic manufacturing effort. It notes a theft incident on Jervie Street and praises self preservation, woollen industry, and liberal loans by Colonel Tal-Wot and others to boost local fabric production.
The text critiques a parliamentary submission on an urban improvement scheme. It condemns the choice of project and planner, arguing the work shows arrogance and piecemeal design rather than a coherent, complete plan. The piece questions public compensation and the soundness of alterations to buildings and streets.
The writer condemns a planned street alteration for disrupting the line from College Green toward George Street. He argues it blunders the Change, harms six houses, and yields only an oblique view, urging a more gradual widening from Crampton Court to College Green and preservation of fronts.
An anonymous admirer discusses urban upgrade plans for Dublin, arguing for the best site for a National Bank and debating public works. The writer contemplates costs, revenue effects, and the potential move from Dame Street to Exchequer Street, praising durable stone and grand avenues. Further thoughts promised.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a plan and planters discussing rebuilding houses and funding. It mentions beneficiaries, governors acknowledging benefaction, and counts like 1324 total with 238 compelled, plus 230 children in a facility. It references Rev Mr Bruce and Samuel Paul.
On Sunday December 1 1985 the second Sunday in the month a clergy meeting was held with a charity sermon titled Naked, and ye clothed me. The notice records the event and theme for the proceedings of the clergy.
Fragmentary item lists bread and flour standards from Autler Deeg city records. Mentions wheat white flour and various penny weights, including bakers allowances and price references. The OCR shows inconsistent spelling and numbers, reflecting historical price controls.
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