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Newspaper

Weekly Chronicle

Location

London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Apr 20, 1845

Page

2

Death of Mr Grieve the celebrated artist inquest held

In Peckham New Town coroner W Carter held an inquest into the death of John Henderson Grieve 75 a noted theatrical artist of 11 Mezzmare Square Peckham. Witnesses described his intoxicated condition on the street prior to his admission to a station cell where he died of apoplexy. The jury returned a verdict of natural death from apoplexy. The report also reviews a literary notice about Pascavisk Sketches and critiques a novel with long extracts describing social scenes and characters at Jenny's Whim.

W. Carter East Surrey Swan Inn Peckhaw New Town John Henderson Grieve Meizmare Square Peckham Thomas Coston MN Division Montague-place Old Kent-road Elo Thomas Grieve Hadding-road Lambeth Locks-fields William Ray W. B. Dry, Aurgeon Locksfields Walworth Badajoz M'Leod Loth Vides Fergusson Rodrigo Walla McLeod Steele Shis Mains Hosoen London Henry Colburn George the Leicester House Jenny Chelsea Duke of Marlborough Chelna College Anthony Lowther Argyle Namty Lowther Soulain Byterg Learerafini Culugel Argyle Devoxrout Jon Buwhay Hrunawich Terrace Uren Devonport Imjpuestou

Oregon problem debate and Texan annexation fallout

The article reviews the Oregon term question and Polk's inaugural remarks, noting broad public desire to avoid war and urging settlement by negotiation. It covers Texan annexation prospects, Mexican protest from Ambassador Almonte, and varying reactions in Britain and Canada including trade shifts, tariffs, and regional political debates.

Tris Oregon Polk Congress The Washington National Intelligencer House of Representatives Senate Galveston Texas Washington Usiten Mexico General Almonte John C. Calhoun Congress of the Union General Congress United States Pblic New York

Scotch Bors and Turnpike Trustees Meet on Banking and Railways

A meeting at the Clarendon Hotel chaired by the Duke of Hamilton endorses Scotland’s banking system and protests changes. Separately, trustees and mortgagees of English and Welsh turnpike trusts discuss railway compensation via Parliament, appointing a deputation to seek relief from Lord Brougham.

Scotland Clarendon Hotel Duke of Hamilton Earl of Eglintoun Fox Maule Duke of Montrose Marquis of Breadalbane Earl of Roseberry Earl of Mansfield Hugh Campbell Home Drummond Oaweld David Dundes Lockhart R. Peel House of Commons J. F. Haigburton Forfarshire H. Baillie Invernesehire E. Bouverie Kilmarnock, &c G. Traill Caithness-shire T. B. Hepburn Heddingtonshire T. Mackenzie Ross and Cromartie Truaxlike Tavers England Wales Euston Hotel Eustonpquare St Pancras Thamas Henry Evane Carnarvon Willaby House of Lords Pool Lord Brougham Tindal the Common Pleas Woodwick Guthrie

Oternenneses Benevolent Institution Festivities At London Tavern

The second anniversary festival of the benevolent establishment was celebrated at the London Tavern with a large gathering presided by Lora Sandon. Substantial subscriptions were announced totaling £1,551, with notable donors including Lord Ingestre Sir J. D. Paul and Lord Groavenor. The event featured loyal toasts and a performance by Mr Hobbs with a musical corps, concluding after a lengthy reception.

Oternesses’ Benevolent Ixstitcron The Benevolent Establishment London Lora Sandon Lord Ingestre M.P J. D. Paul Mackinnon G. R. Trevor Mohan Lal Hobbs Leing Howe Mr. Mackinnon N.P Lord Groavenor D.P Nohan Lal J. Scott Ellenborough Lord Stanley Vaughan Richards Lord Willoughby David Laing Nobun Lal India Chapman Lloyd Autchelson Nutford Place Bryanston-square Wri Robert Grosvenor T. Wood J. Soames Mr. Capel Mane Society London Tavern W. Astell Clai Marquis of Westminster Brereton Cape of Good Hope St. Patt's St. Vaul Apostle St. James Royal Oak Wapping-wall Ferguson Tictoaller Henry Lamplough Ferringdon Street Court of Excise Hir

Wreck and heroism on the Goodwin Sands and arc collapse in Derby

A savage gale drives the schooner Facility onto Goodwin Sands and the Deal boatmen risked their lives to save the six crew members. The vessel capsized minutes after their rescue, and the crew were aided ashore with supplies. In Derby a second arch collapse at a mill steam project claims two lives and injures two, prompting an inquest. Manchester delegates meet Sir Robert Peel to press for funding, reporting a public fund of £30,746 178 3d raised from 3,318 donors for local improvements.

Deal Goodwin Sands Salcombe Richard Weymaster Shields Jaden Hammond Derby Morledge James Sims Edward Sims Harlow Sims Manchester Tuee Parks Public Parks, &c London Alexander Kay Alderman Watkins Mesers Malcolm Irons Edward W. Watkin Robert Peel William Entwisle Thomas Milner Gibson Joseph Brotherton Wyse Francis Egerton Mark Philips M.P Sir St. Peel Wm. Entwisle

Proposal for five public pleasure grounds in town

Deputation outlines need for sparks promenade and playgrounds on each town arc desiring rooms for refreshment benches fountains and attractive grounds. Population estimates 170000 to 130000 with factory workers and labouring classes. Sir R Peel argues for a small grant of 3000 pounds from current fund, resume survey, and 30000 pounds paid up. Manchester Guardian notes debate and potential response by mayor.

Manchester Sir R. Pee R. Peel

Maynooth Grant Debates and Dublin Queen's Visit

Ireland’s Repeal Association discusses the Maynooth endowment bill as a just and conciliatory measure while debating how to mark the 30th of May. O Connell advocates civil and religious freedom and praises government timeliness, with reservations about public mood. A separate Dublin council meeting plans a lavish queen visit reception funded by members, not taxpayers, amid a wave of emigration and news of an inside prison mint operation uncovered at Kilmainham Gaol.

Repeal Association Maynooth Grant E. Clements O'Connell D. Callaghan M.P Dublin Clontarf Maynooth Banka England Hear Ireland London Mr. O'Connell

Maynooth Grant Sparks Irish Protest in Parliament

In a heated debate the Maynooth grant of funding for Catholic clergy drew strong Irish opposition. Speakers denounced English bigotry, defended the college’s record, and praised Sir Robert Peel’s consultation with Catholic authorities. Donations and support from Irish figures followed as the meeting adjourned on a note of national tension. The rent for the week was recorded as £700 4s 1d.

Grents Scotland Grenta Maynooth Times England College of Maynooth Ireland Himslf R. Peel T. Steele George Gordon B. Grattan J. O'Connell Ulster

Sudden Death of the Marquis of Downshire

From Grestonstes to England the Marquis of Downshire dies suddenly after a cheerful visit to tenants and friends. He fell from his horse near Blesington and died. his death compounds recent grief for his family. The 17th year of his life, strong health, valued as a benevolent landlord, with his eldest son succeeding to the title.

Downshire Dentry Marquis Grestanstes England Blesington Cof Wicklow J's Armstrong Kipp Biesington Mr. Owen Brocken Timan Owen William Frederick Hill Hillsborough County of Down House of Peers Red Bank Blundell Sandys Hill Fsrtborough Rathwartin Earl of Hillsborough Viscount Fairford Glemees Lord Harwich Harwich Esart Hare Britain St. Patrick Hillsborough Fort South Down Ona Agricultural Society of Vet i Viscount Combermere J Yy Agnatt George Chetwynd Ives Frederick Billy March I ISII Mocs Alexander Nelsot Heylee Bridport Arthur Edwin Ireland

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