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Newspaper
Dublin Journal
Location
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Date
Sep 05, 1821
Page
4
A Dublin Journal account describes King George’s stay in Ireland with a grand display, deputations, naval salutes, and a royal procession. The piece highlights the crowd’s enthusiasm, the Lord Lieutenant, and the crowd’s words of loyalty, noting the resulting harmony across classes and factions.
The report notes unnamed vessels enduring a glow storm with rain last night. One crew member remained on deck most of the day wearing a blue coat and traversers while a sailor in a trimmed outfit appeared in good health and spirits. The scene mentions occasional music from a band onboard and calm safety despite the storm.
The article discusses plans for a National Testimonial to the king, including a Triumphal Arch in Sackville Street and an Emerald Crown. It notes costs potentially reaching half a million and debates over building a palace versus other memorials, with subscriptions planned to fund a dual purpose aligned with royal wishes.
At eight past eight in the morning the king’s yacht led the exodus, followed by the Hart fleet but the Regent Yacht stayed in harbor. By half past, the entire fleet turned southward bound for the Tuskar Light House, weather uncertain but favorable to sail.
The Dublin Journal hails a historic day uniting Protestant and Catholic under George Foowri. It emphasizes Ireland’s future prosperity, happiness, and the end of feuds, praising a mass of important intelligence in this issue. The piece contrasts foreign concerns with domestic reconciliation.
An account from Sunday evening describes Lord Fingal meeting Mr. Grant who announced government communications. Lord Sidmouth reportedly informed of Alderman Darley as a criticized magistrate, with strong royal displeasure and a proposed severe reprimand. The King’s directive aimed to curb Disorder before his departure.
Fragmented OCR describes a county map work by Mr Duncan of the Quarry Master, with copies produced for royal view and a large colored sheet. It notes surveying principles, multiple names and places, and a public display at a local city, with references to patrons and a royal receipt.
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