Gas-light reformer left destitute amid patent fights
A 19th century public notice extols Mr Heard for discovering the coal gas purifying agent and patenting it in 1808. Strained by finances and lack of patronage, he faced aggressive imitation by gas companies. Lord John Russell authorized a Queen's bounty grant, yet Heard remains in real destitution while gas illumination is praised for improving city life. The notice urges charity from the public and support from the government.
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Lyceum Theatre
London
Heard
John Russell
Ourselveg
Pigment makers unite on cheap durable sanitary paint
Waits and Zivo Parr.-Messra Hubbuck and Sons of Hast. Smith fights unite on a zinc oxide paint patented for economy durability and healthfulness. The article touts lower cost two thirds coverage, longer lasting whiteness, rust protection, and non toxic sanitary benefits. A Liverpool anecdote notes a moving infant case linked to the pigment. The piece mentions a post office commission ready to receive memorials on the present system.
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Ita
Sovrrott
Liverpool
Sandy
Comer
Nore
Peg Sanaa
Com
Peace Congress at Frankfort Second Circular Appeals for Attendees
The Peace Congress Committee issues its second circular detailing travel, cost, and logistics for delegates and visitors to Frankfort. It notes no applications after the 15th and provides transit cards, rail fares, and hotel arrangements for August events. The circle highlights notable attendees including Richard Cobden and Kah-Ge-Ga-Gah-Bowh with praise from Charles Sumner.
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Frankfort
Peace Congress Committee
Arma
Maine
Congress
London
Hall of Commerce
Dover
London-bridge
Cologne
Hack
Brankfort
London Bridge
Calaig
Malines
Wehenige Abey
Josur H. Quorer
Heaney Steger
Os Erh Bargert
Chancesgilpin
William Stokes
P.S
Richard Cobden
Europe
America
Darge Copway
Jibbeaway
Miggouri
Charles Sumner
England
Sumner
Oaths of Allegiance and Supremacy Read in Parliament
The report details oaths required of Members of Parliament including allegiance to Queen Victoria, denial of papal authority, and abjuration of competing claims to the throne. It references further remarks on related constitutional matters and a visit by Rev. George Copwey discussing Indian emigration plans.
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Papula Mentary Oatus
A. B
Queen Victoria
Wale
James the Second
James
Scotland
James the Eighth
Great Britain
Sophia
Dowage
Hanover
Freetowann
George Cop Wey
England
Prankfort
Huhter
Illinois
Acheme
Taieva
Europe
Northwest
Falls of
St. Anthony
Minesouah
Niagara
Atlantica
Tae SmirarieLp
Maaxer Quzsttoy
Ministry
Corriewall Lewis
H.L. Taylor
J. B. Bunning
Peris
Robert Poel
Switzerla
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