Drury Lane Theatre Riot and Renovations Explained
An evening at Drury Lane revealed a crowded throng and chaotic entrance as crowds battled to reach boxes and galleries. The House observed alterations for better light and view, while Palmer Barrymore failed to perform. Mr. Kemble spoke of fees and governance amid uproar. A festive, yet tense night closed with peace as audiences split between admiration and complaint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drury-lane
Haymarket
Avena
Messrs. Palmer
Barrymore
Old Drury
Palmer
Manacer
Kemspre
Kemsze
Kemsrr
Kemble
Parnassus
Apollo
Terpsichore
Luterpe
Thalia
Shakespeare
Pitt
Jack Bannister
Edward
Roberta
Prince of Wares
Duke of Brprorp
Lord
Lady Melbourne
Bannister
Storace
Lnl
National Assembly Witnesses King’s Oath to Constitutional Monarchy
The assembly records the King’s solemn oath to uphold the Constitution, the Queen and royal party present, amnesty decrees, and the abolition of passports as part of the new union. It notes the King’s anxious voice, the court’s seating, and the unanimous support for a unified empire under law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Assembly
Krye
Prince Royal
M. Danton
Comtatenaism
Avignon
M. Peytion
M. Beadmeir
M. de la Fayette
Kmvie
Minster of Justice
M. Shuret
Theine
M. Malzst
M. d' Dudve
Inc
M.melenct
Alidonet
QueEcy
Prince Roxyar
Ufher
St. Louis
M. Mahineff
Result of the Conference at Filnitz
The flowing Paper claims an address to the people praising freedom from slavery, calling it the death warrant of the two sovereigns. The report asserts the conference result is entirely opposite to what is printed.
Convention Between Emperor and King of Prussia 1791
Article describes a mutual European response to the King of France. Emperor and King of Prussia acknowledge common concern over France and pledge to use force if needed to establish a monarchial government. They vow to mobilize troops and act promptly with agreed unity. Dated Piunitz August 271st, 1791.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emperor
Prussia
Monstreur
d’Ar- Tois
France
Europe
Piunitz
Paris News of Sept 14 1789 Constitutional Signs and Protests
Paris reports a day of riots and proclamations as cannons and bells mingle with panicked cheers. Deputies issue a declaration criticizing the National Assembly while pamphlets mock its actions. The Fifth Ladies visit the King, Bailly praises the Constitution, and Paris prepares for the official proclamation on the 19th with municipal regulations for the ceremony.
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Paris
Cannobis
Gibraltar
Bergen-op
Zoom
Marshall Lowendal
States General
National Assembly
M.e Bailly
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Drury-Lane Company
Mercury
Andee Luterpe
Hamburgh
Old Bailey
Thoms Davis
James King Keeling
Charles Tanner
Chichester
Davis
Keeling
James
Tatyer
Warrington
Lancashire
London
Ayliffe-street
Goodman’s- Fields
Tring
Aylesbury
Berkhamstead
Winslow
Windover
St. Alban’s
Jrain
Bow Street
Sittingburne
More
Margate
Longlane
Smithfield
St. Bartholomew’s Hospital
Barnet
M. d’ Andre
M. le Chapelier
Filnitz
Prusian
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