Irish Preacher Turned Monarch of Durkey in Delusion
A damaged Irish narrative recalls a clergyman who shifted faiths, served as chaplain to a French warship, faced excommunication, then led a life of deception and gain. His dementia peaked as he styled himself sovereign of a fictitious kingdom, ultimately ending in Kilmainham Hospital after a dramatic, comic decline.
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Dablis
Fev
Fay
Guatorita
Meath
Royal Hospital
Kilmainham
Caup ¢As
John
Dalkey
Elis Femaios
Borre
Royal
Kingdom of
Durkey
Europe
Laua
European dispatches signal renewed Polish turmoil
London reports from the Court of Pratha mention tensions with Sweden over maritime disputes and demands for indemnity. News from Berlin notes Romian incursions into Poland, army mobilizations, and preparations to enter Poland before winter. Naval movements by French and British ships are listed, with weather and river flooding affecting London and Petersburgh. The era’s broader war and Liberty debates frame the piece, alongside Spain’s manufactories and economic fragility.
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Ratha Hae
Oer
Grier Briain
Ruta
Sweden
Poland
Z Irtorigshy
Nis Achew
Nantz
Literary Society Growth in Ireland and Royal Academy Ties
The article reviews the spread of literary societies in Ireland and the prestige of the Royal Society’s translated volume. It notes earlier Dublin efforts 1633 led by Willow Molyneaux, the 1730s Dublin Philosophical Society, and the Royal Academy’s growing influence in science and antiquities with patrons and committees shaping learned inquiry.
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Socieries
Scoch
Kingdom of
Irland
Rith Royal Society
Robert Burrowes
Willow Molymeacx
Londs i
Imidu
Winian Peig Wae
Melyneaux
Lace
Har. of Pembroke
Dublin College
Smith
Waterford
Ireland
Dubla Society
Royal Inth Academy
Avery
Gillean de Debus
Afverweards
Univesity
Chon Cew Institute
Wucle Public
Leeane
Royalinth Academy
Natural History Notes on Seasonal Wildlife and Vegetation
Fragmented text describes seasonal vegetation and wildlife in a natural history context. It mentions tribes and animals such as deer like elk, deer, and a reference to winter habits of quadrupeds. The passage alludes to natural cycles involving water, vegetation, and animals adapting to colder seasons with hiding and migration behaviors.
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Moses
Anacreontic Society Meeting and Legal Ruling on Attorney Costs
The report notes a dull Anacreontic Society meeting followed by a legal ejectment case. It details that after a defendant victory the court allowed a rule on why the plaintiff’s attorney should not pay costs, and the judge ruled the attorney liable for costs, upholding that law officers cannot pervert the system to oppress defendants.
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Leilor
Canatel
Fox Mal
Wreck aftermath and court actions near Portsmouth
Continuation of a Portsmouth report describes the fate of the boat involved in Hawes's incident, sightings of a Moorish man in European dress, and testimonies about a suspect named Wide. The court proceedings with Captain Dawson and Peeticy face adjournment and possible further time given to prepare defense.
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Hawes
Wien
Hamet
Gaudleworth
Mote
Mwote
Thas
Ian
Marquises and Greville in Chaotic Pugilistic Billiards Meeting
A fragmented report describes Captain Greville and Mr Greville attending a chaotic meeting at Pass Cay and Boisbaulgne with the Marquis de Dumas, where bets, drafts, and social intrigues amid French players and spectators are noted, including mentions of Vander, Eley, and Woods.
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Greville
Bevan
Mtr. Strewil
Sir’ R. Heres
Tamis Vander
New Grew
Dhoom
France
Peta
Paris
Aiden
Wattegrave
Abr Woods
Suva
City of Bristol rates battle over Foor’s Rare lands
A local council dispute in Bristol concerns the levy and assessment of rates on a property linked to the Foor’s Rare estate. Proponents argue the taxes are excessive while opponents claim the population growth and buildings justify higher charges. The mayor and magistrates face political pressure as a permanent policy course is debated.
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Mportas
Britol
Anak
Curious Epigram Echoes Across Regions
A curious contest recalls an old Epigram contrasting English praise and Irish cries. The quip questions what makes a thing worthwhile, noting a toss-up in judging value between choices.
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England
Moltop
Ireland
Isis
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