Parliamentary Intelligence and Land Tax Debates in Commons
The report of the Yeomanry Cavalry Bill was ordered to be received on Monday. The Land Tax Redemption Bill saw clause by clause discussion. amendments on entailed estates in Scotland were agreed. The Chancellor urged against recommittal, proposing printing with amendments for clearer consideration. The bill would be read a third time on Thursday, adjourned to Monday next.
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House OF Commons
Sarah D
Tait
Scotland
John Sinclair
Lord Sheffield
Exchequer
Pitt
Mondey
Bankrupts Listed in London Gazette March 19
Wm Hyland of Robertsbridge Sussex grocery seller to surrender May 29 and June 5 39 at Guildhall Charles Newman Cambridge Street Westminster plus others including Fhes Watson Oxford Street linen drapers James Ashwell Birmingham thimble maker Wm Johnson Liverpool merchant Timothy Grisdale Bolton-le-Moors muslin manufacturer Thos Folds Bolton-le-Moors cotton manufacturer John Tipping Liverpool merchant John Gifford and Thomas Rawlins Liverpool merchants Charles Twigg Birmingham button maker John Southerton Wellington Somerset money-freer to surrender at various dates and places including Guildhall Mary Lloyds and Three Crowns storehouses
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Wm. Hyland
Robertsbridge
Sussex
Guildhall
Charles Newman
Cambridge-street
Westminster
Wintualker
Fhes
New-street
Birmingham
Wm. Johnson
Liverpool
Globe-tavern
John-street
Timothy Grisdale
Bolton-le-Moors
Lancathire
Muflin
Three Crowns
Thos. Folds
Gallant Defence of the Dedalus Off Gibraltar
Our Gibraltar correspondent reports the armed feluccas at the bay entrance deterred from boarding merchant ships after the Dedalus engagement. Lieut W Exuiotht and 75 seamen repelled boarding attempts, with 2 feluccas sunk or captured, 5 Spaniards wounded, and 30 killed aboard one vessel, while the other was towed. Extort praised by the Admiralty for defending the transport.
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Gibraltar
Dedalus
W. Exuiotht
Dadalus
Neffel
Felucca
Tangier Bay
Dedadus
Lords Commissioners
Admiralty
Algeziras
Turin
Ae St. Martin
Bianxe
Graneri
Salt's surprising efficacy in cattle feeding
An 18th century report from Parisian proceedings notes Crau in Provence as a salt intensive pasture where sheep thrive on scarce forage. It cites experiments mixing salt with cattle feed and hay, claiming shinier coats, better growth, and labor readiness with less food. American practice favors salt licks and brining hay to boost cattle health and weight.
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Académy At
Paris
Arles
Provence
Crau
Eny
France
America
England
Naval prize tally and actions in the war with France and Spain
A wartime summary records British and enemy vessels seized and in British possession, detailing ships of the line, frigates, sloops, and other craft. It notes La Virginie’s chase by Intrepid, a governor’s carriage loss recovered by a caper, and a French privateer wrecked near Marcou with aid from nearby boats.
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Great Britain
wDitto Do
Stoops, &c
Britain
la Virginie
India
Cuatstsaw
Moranikeron
A&ion
la Hogue
Marcou
Dublin News: Treason Trials and Arms Seizures Rise
Reports from Dublin detail high treason charges against Daniéz CauLFiero of Levingtown and T. Firzeeeaun of Geraldine. Authorities seize five cannon pieces and numerous pikes, with garrisons ordered to be ready for rapid deployment. Magistrates debate proclaiming the county to suppress concealed arms as tensions rise. More arms unregistered are seized at the quay and in Townshend Street, with arrests and examinations continuing.
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Peham
England
Daniéz Caulfiero
Levintown
Kildare
Castledérmot
Privy Council
T. Firzeeeaun
Geraldine
Fame County
Ely
Justice Swan
Sirr
Ryan
WM. Cragke
King-street
Sier
Bridgefest Street
Dublin
Alderman Howison
Batty
Catpecx
VerscHoYte
Fingal
Swan
Lord Castuerraca
Hans Hamilton
Carrickfergus
Jatt
Col
Darnam
Islandmagee
Ballycary
Fifeshire Regiment
M‘nevin
M*nevin
Dean Doris
Beliaf News
Custom-house-quay
Strr
Townshend-street
Maguire
King’s
George’s-quay
Sire
St. Sepulchre’s Corps
King’s-end
Ordnnance
Clarke
King-streer
Dezeesay
Ordnance
VanveLeur
House of Commons
Bank of Ireland
Callan
Lee
Return of quiet in Limerick as arms arrive
May 13 report from Limerick notes daily arms influx, with Mr. Waller returning 120 muskets and seven cannons. General Duff promises to restore arms to loyal residents who defend their homes, prompting several families to move back home. Duels between Captain Belford and Mr. Bindon and another with Mr. Wilkinson ended after seconds intervened.
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Limerick
Waller
Ireland
J. Duff
Belford
Cornwall and Devoln Fencibles
Bindon
Wilkinson
Parliament: Pension granted to Prince of Mecklenburg Strelitz
The House of Commons reported a resolution enabling the king to grant the Prince of Mecklenburg Strelitz a pension of 28081: a year on the Irish establishment. The debate touched refitting costs and support from key ministers. Bills for defence and linen regulation were read. adjourned until May 15.
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Shas Wees
Ae - House of Commons
MonbAt
Corry
Committee of Supply
Prince of
Duke of MedlenSurgih
Duigenan
the Sun
London
Fragmentary France Italy Notes in a Revolutionary Era
A crowded excerpt notes a nascent alliance of nine republics under French influence with a total population of about 42 million. It recounts Naples theatre manners inclining to royal entry, a zesty exchange with Minister Zrouve, and a French finance letter praising a pivotal revolutionary campaign as the nation moves to equal ranks with foreign powers.
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France
Italy
Naples
Zrouve
Directory
Lavender Water Adverts Warn of Counterfeit Imitations
The notice warns that many imitate STEEL's Lavender Water and urges customers to buy only from No 16 Catharine Street near Semerters Place to avoid spoiled reputations. It notes discounts for large quantities, with wholesale pricing and the true King’s Honey Water also offered in standard sizes.
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STEEL
No. 16
Catharine Street
Strand
Semerters Place
Stvel
Stecl
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Somersetshire
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Bockfeller
Tolzey
Britto
Thomas Wilton
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George Son
Barton
In-The Beans
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George Allen
Limley-Stoke
Wills
Crutwell
Bath Chronicle
Soho Square
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