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Newspaper
True Sun
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Sep 10, 1834
Page
3
A dense parliamentary op-ed piece analyzes the Whig government, Lord Chancellor speech patterns, and press critiques. It critiques the Lords and Commons stance on reform, Irish coercion, and Poor Laws, while debating monopoly tensions in builder trades and the broader political climate. The piece mocks press rivalries and laments delays in mail and stamp duty reforms.
The article notes a calm money market with Spanish stock improving to 194 and Portuguese Regency Bonds fetching higher prices as markets digest Lisbon reports. Consols rise slightly, with a steady state in the colonial markets and no major public-interest news from Portugal beyond routine trading.
The corn market reports limited fresh arrivals with good demand for fine wheat and strong old wheat sales, while high quality oats and malt remain steady. Newgate and Leadenhall note moderate meat supplies, generally steady prices, with beef, mutton, and pork selling at prior quotes and poultry and game remaining variable.
In the Insolvent Debtors Court, a motion to rescind an 1830 order granting 201 pounds per year from a Light Dragoons paymaster’s half pay was heard. The applicant, a widower with six dependents and 37 years in the army, argued the sum was insufficient for support. The Chief Commissioner granted a rule to reduce the allowance to LOL per year under the special circumstances.
At Old Bailey, Robert Long, a seemingly respectable young man, is found Guilty of snatching a reticule from a lady named Mackay in Hackney fields on August 27. He faces possible deportation for life. James Brown, aged fifteen, is also convicted for stealing a pocket handkerchief from Edward Thompson, a solicitor's clerk, amid witness testimony questioning character.
At the Old Bailey a fellowship-porter was acquitted of receiving three pairs of shoes stolen from William Langley while another man faced a lead theft charge at the Smallpox Hospital works Battlebridge. Witnesses testified about lead removed from a cistern and the nurse trustees urged leniency. The Common Serjeant warned the defence was weak but reduced the punishment face, reflecting trustees’ pleas.
The funeral for the late celebrated engineer Mr Telford was held this forenoon in Westminster Abbey. His remains were interred beside Major Rennet. The ceremony was plain as per his wishes and attended by few personal friends including two Vice Presidents of the Institution of Civil Engineers and resident engineers who served under him on major public works. Joseph Ady continues his tireless pursuit of public benefit with letters on the road. Mr Norris, chairman of the Manchester and Salford Unions, learned of a message while on the bench and a court reply from Mr Brant followed, provoking laughter.
Paris dispatch rails at lawyer liberals who taint the French bar with political manipulation. It cites Persil, Dupont de l Eure, O Connell, Barrot, Mauguin, and Marguin as figures shifting from principle to power. It warns of Spanish bonds schemes and notes Madrid courier reports on Cortes bonds versus royal loan amid Spain’s uncertain politics.
At the Lewes Quarter Sessions magistrates ruled that future appeal trials will consider all circumstances and the costs awarded accordingly. The decision aims to curb unnecessary “experimental appeals” and reduce litigation by ensuring the unsuccessful party pays more in costs. A separate antiquity note reports a Glenalmond find including a large pot, goblets, spear ends, and buckles, debated as possibly Roman or local. Also noted is an Edinburgh dinner invitation to Earl Grey with Lord Melbourne and Cabinet ministers. Lord Althorp cannot attend, and he hosts a long-standing racing crowd at Doncaster with the Duke of Richmond and Mr Stanley anticipated.
Signor Rubini again graced the Lyceum with two concert songs and Rossini in La Donna del Lago with Miss Eliza Paton. Critics laud his mature voice and expression, urging all to hear him on one of his upcoming performances. A new operetta My own Twin Brother, by Miss Isabel Hill, proved lively and clever, with Keeley, Wrench, and Benson Hill in strong support. Surkey notes Rumball’s Coriolanus and Hamlet engagement, alongside Elton and Mrs West in a benefit.
The article reviews Yesterday morning and last night rehearsals at the cathedral and Shire Hall for the Hereford Grand Music Meeting. It notes actors like Madame Stockhausen, Caradori Allan, Braham, Phillips, Vaughan, and debutant Miss Haven, with plans for Spohr Azor and Zelmira and a revised audience area. The orchestra gains wind strength, the navena from Westminster Abbey used, and Forte attention to sound. The writer hints at a well attended event with new selections and organisational changes.
Windsor on the coronation anniversary observed with bells and a royal salute from the Eastern Terrace. Their Majesties and a large party including Princess Augusta Prince George of Cambridge and other nobles attended a grand dinner in George's Hall. Salutes echoed from Belvidere Fort and the castle buzzed with guests late into the night.
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