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Newspaper
Java Government Gazette
Location
Jakarta, Jakarta Raya, Indonesia
Date
Mar 02, 1816
Page
4
Poem reflects on the certainty of suffering and the search for hope and meaning. The speaker questions fame and beauty, notes life’s fleeting nature, and urges conscience, compassion, and forgiveness as guidance amid sorrow.
Monday evening a Splendid ball and Supper drew nearly the fashionable part of the settlement. M Rocke and Mr Mrs Watson hosted in elegant upper-floor rooms with a chalked dancing floor and a lively crowd. Masks appeared, but few notable disguises stood out among haymakers and other attendees amid witty dances and a comical official bulletin scene.
The story recounts a mock battle on Featherbed Common where Colonel and Major Sturgeon lead the Train Bands against an opposing force of imaginary animals and improvised units. The piece details the staged maneuvers, casualties, and a humorous bill of fare from Major Sturgeon the fishmonger, ending with a notice of his search for supplies.
A Persian native displays striking talent in costume and language mimicry at a social event. The grotesque mother and child duo, ventriloquism, impersonations of a sailor and his girl, and the Devil receive praise. Dancing, supper by Hastie, and lively hospitality mark the evening despite the hostess's indisposition.
Sporting intelligence reports a Maiden Plate of 50 Gold Mohurs with 20 entrance, heats run once round. The last Barrackpore meeting winners get seven extra pounds to run. Notable runners include Mr Templeton's g h Little Pet, Colonel Shuldham's b h Smugler, Mr Treves' g bh Mulyketa, and Mr Hunter's c h Waterloo. First heat won in a canter by Smugler. Second heat featured close racing between a and Smugler. Third heat decided by a strong finish.
Tuesday events show a handicap plate of 50 gold Mohurs with 10 Mohurs added to the plate. Entries include Symmetry, Scraggy, Bad Spec, and a match for 100 Gould Mohurs between Peppercorn and Chesnut Horse with Peppercorn winning easily after a balk.
A 50 gold mohurs handicap plate saw Symmetry win easily over Tolly and others. The meeting noted the Governor General and Countess of Loudoun hosting a grand dinner on Twelfth day with Lord Hungerford and the Hastings ladies attending. Plans mention a Barrackpore school using the Lancasterian method for needlework and reading for the poor.
The article commends Lady Loudoun for her tireless work to improve the mental condition of the poor and expand public instruction. It notes the strong support from respectable names and her personal exertions in organizing plans to aid the indigent, praising her charity and practical benevolence.
Calcutta reports T. Abraham Esq of the Civil Service is named a Member of Council of the Government of Java replacing Mr. Hope who returns to England due to ill health. The note is dated January 13, 1816.
It is reported that Major General Don Kin, currently in England, is expected to be appointed to the Staff of the Presidency. The move would place a senior field officer within the executive office's advisory circle.
The Countess of Loudoun and Moira will depart Monday aboard the ship William Pitt to England. Major General Sir David Ochterlony is ordered to the North East frontier to resume hostilities if the Napali government blocks treaty ratification, though officials hope for restraint after recent campaigns.
The report notes a total Waterloo subscription of 73,000 Sa. Rs. formed in a short period, saying the amount surpasses all earlier similar contributions. It emphasizes the unusually rapid gathering of funds and reflects satisfaction with the response.
SnapweLt reports the master of a merchant ship charged with starving his brother, formerly East India service officer, during a Jamaica to port voyage. The deceased endured reduced rations, begged for medical aid, and died from debility and malnutrition as the ship docked with livestock onboard. The master was committed for trial at the Admiralty Sessions.
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