Enfranchisement debate and parliamentary reform suggestions
The article discusses expanding the franchise to reflect popular representation, arguing that the people must have a larger say in taxation and Parliament. It cites Morgan and notes calls for wider constituencies, mentions Nottingham’s first mayor, Lisburn’s MP, and planned judicial changes. It also provides data on corn averages and historic court writs.
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Nottingham
J. Emerson Tennent
Lisburn
T. J. Smyth
R. Stewart
Crompton
Justice Patteson
Lord Brougham
Paris
Cannes
London Gazelle
Harley
Court of Queen’s Bench
Common Pleas
Exchequer
The Vital Need of Fresh Air and Proper Ventilation
An advocate urges better ventilation and cleaner living spaces to improve health. He cites cramped bedrooms, poor window opening, and dirty surroundings as causes of illness and fatigue, urging parents and teetotalers to promote open air and routine cleaning.
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Calcutta
Preston
Public Money and Parliament News From February Session
A review of parliamentary grants shows the Duke of Wellington receiving £2,613,675 in public funds with £760,000 in interest. The Duke holds six offices earning £8,364 yearly. February forecasts five Sundays and a calendar quirk in 1880 and 1920 due to century leap rules. Parliament prepares Victoria’s entrance archway at Abingdon Street and the new House of Commons ready for members. The Signet office is abolished. a single warrant now suffices for patents, cutting £20 in fees. Water Gas is trialed in Dunkeld as an economical, clean lighting option with potential rail and ship propulsion uses. Government circulars warn of upcoming measures after February 3.
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United States
Great Britain
Russia
Duke of Wellington
Lord Great Chamberlain
Victoria
House of Parliament
Abingdon-street
House of Lords
House of Commons
Dunkeld
Miller
Manchester
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England
Wales
Arundel
Morgan