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Newspaper
True Sun
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Mar 05, 1834
Page
6
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The Carrickfergus Disfranchisement Bill dominates the Commons with Mr O Connell arguing for full disfranchisement after a bribery scandal. Debates on reform, Irish franchise, and the use of committees test the house’s approach to borough corruption and future cases.
A 13 year old daughter of a gardener named Crook left a child alone and wrote I must either sink or swim. She was later found dead in the river near the new bridge by a packet boatman. Stamford en. St Pancras Vestry met to discuss ministerial censure following Lord Althorp’s refusal to aid parochial authorities. Trinity College Dus.in reports improved exams and Greek studies. Archbishop of Dublin plans a clerical college near St Patrick's Cathedral. Worcester fire at Mr Skarratt silversmiths causes over 2000 in losses. Onslow and residents helped rescue as flames destroyed valuables. workman missing.
This day the Court of Review heard further directions in Ex Parte Morley in re Govett and Leigh. A difficulty arose and the matter was postponed to the 18th instant, with parties attempting an interim arrangement.
Poor attendance at the corn exchange with Wheaton samples weak and barley bright. Oats, beans, peas, and flour held but did not fall, wheat sold modestly for Mediterranean shipment. arrivals fair for Wednesday and meat supplies large while prices remained unchanged.
In a long session moment Mr Hardy moves leave to bring in a bill consolidating and amending bribery and expense laws tied to Parliament elections. He cites existing acts, argues for penalties on bribery and treating, proposes voter protection, and urges a committee inquiry alongside calls for oath reform and a clearer framework for polling and travel costs. The debate features Lords Russell Wynn and others weighing legality, enforcement, and the need for clear, effective reform.
The session records remarks by Lord Althorpe and MPs on the state of libel law, press freedoms, and proposed reforms. Questions arise over penalties, magistrates, and Crown prerogatives, with divisions noting majorities for ministers and debates on relief for Mr Cohen amid libel prosecutions. The Supply Bill and committee inquiries are also discussed as the House adjourns.
A Birmingham Gazette report notes David Hetis, executed at the office, charged in several assaults on women in the town area. He, with others, faced similar charges for violent actions including an attempted murder. A separate incident involved an armed group attacking a house Sunday night. Further details remain unclear due to the fragmentary text.
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