Parallel history of the French maximum and English ten hours bill
A critical essay contrasts the 1793 French maximum with modern English wage and labor debates. It traces currency chaos under Assignats, bread and goods regulation, and clashes between labor and capital, arguing for prudent policy and warning against law-driven wage controls. It cites Chaumette and Ashley era parallels, urging inquiry into the origins and outcomes of such interventions.
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Procureur de la Commune
Republic
France
Rousseau
Royal Balls and May Isle Visit Amid Court Figures
The Queen plans a series of state balls at Buckingham Palace this season while speculation grows on a royal visit to the Isle of Wight in May. The Hanover king is due at St James's in the third week of the coming month for his second country visit since accession, with other royals and dignitaries in attendance at Marlborough House for Tom Thumb’s reception. The report also notes currency and trade news from New York and Cape Haitian developments, including slave revolts and market shifts.
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Buckingham Palace
Court
Prince Albert
Isle of Wight
Osborne House
Berald
Hanover
St. James's Palace
Germany
Tom Thumso
Marlborough House
P. T. Barnum
Duke of Cambridge
Duchess of Gloucester
Earl Howe
Thumb
Exchequer OF Pleas
Baron Rolfe
Marntay
Bovill
Jervig
Marley
Old Harrold
Mary Ann Marley
Cheshunt
Boing
Cross
Mr. Jervis
Brockburne
Weston Place
Mansion House
Edward Bathurst
Wres
G. Davies
S. Witess
Dennison Avid Co
Lambard Street
Mr. Davis
Messrs
Deniison
Thomas Reseif
Messrs. Demuisnis
Tepe E
Cuntis
P. Laurie
First Sunday in Term Procession to St Pauls
The lord mayor aldermen and corporation go in state to St Pauls to meet judges serjeants and counsel a sermon by the Lord Bishop of London will be preached Service starts at a quarter before three oclock. Also listed are learned scientific society meetings for the ExsinxG Werex including Geographical Medical Chirurgical Civil Engineers Zoological Arts Royal Society and others across Monday through Saturday with various times. A naval instruction note urges strict use of sails to avoid unnecessary steam usage and potential ship resource loss. A London broker letter mentions sugar and tea alteration rumors and market beliefs as to possible actions by Lord Landon and Mr Fee of Glasgow.
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Charles Buller
Lord Howick
France
Paris
Europe
Gala
St. Paul's
Civil Engineers
Zoological Society
Antiquarian Society
Society of Arts
Pharmaceutical Society
London Institution
Royal Society
Royal Society of Literature
Medico- Botanical Society
Numismatic Society
British and Foreign Institute
Royal Institution
Philological Society
Royal Botanic Society
Westminster Medical Society
Admiralty
United Service Gazette
Republicy
Treaa
Svar
London
Landon
M‘fee
Glasgow
Liverpool
England
Nuroype
Britain
West India
Tandon
Greendek
United States
Lis Civil
Kingdon
Hind
Miarryat
Com Toron
Goderich
Mpculloch
Marryat
Colonia
Jamiaica
Antigone
Millichester
Ile Philippines
Pindostan
Yavivedtien
Liaw Amd
Sas
Lord Gani
Gia Yemaven
Andy Eidstiae
Commie Pee Hope
Uae
Bere
Muaiktind
Burke
India
Dulin Tonge
Board of Centre
Dis Conneil
Calentui
Nomination in Exeter for Follett Seat and Briggs Bid
Exeter nomination day shows two candidates, Sir William Follett represented by R. B. Follett and Major General John Briggs, both cheered as they address electors. Briggs promotes free trade against Corn Law links while Follett’s proxy defends the late attorney general’s return and order, with a poll to follow Monday.
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Exeter
William Follett
R. B. Follett
John Briggs
India
Anti Corn Law League
Moore
Thompson
Saul
League
B. Latters
Briggs
Ma R. B. Follett
Follett
Hou
House of Commons
Great Britain
Appointments and wills in late 19th century notices
Rumor of G E Anson to become private secretary to the Queen follows mention of Baroness Lehzen and royal household staff. Will probates for Sir Francis Burdett and Lady Burdett Coutts detalied with legacies to daughters and servants. Kerry and Lang partnerships. Governesses Institute anniversary celebrated with Duke of Cambridge in attendance. Numerous court items cover seduction, theft, and family disputes with verdicts and remands.
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Roya House Corp
G. E. Anson
Prince Albert
Baroness Lehzen
Anson
Honourable Corps of Gentlemen At Arms
Francis Burdett
Sir Francis Burdett
Lady Burdett
St. James’s Place
Miss Burdett Coutts
Cave
Miss Meredith
Miss Cout
Sir Francis
Witt
Lang Borpett
John Parkinson
Lincoln’s Inn-Fields
Shee
Lady North
Viscountess
Tandon
Trevanion
Meredith
London Tavern
Royal
Duke of Cambridge
Breach
Earl of Chulmondeley
Colonel Wood
M.P
B. B. Cabbell
H. Pownall
W. Ashley
Pierrepointe
Charles Dickens
Rez
Rev
D. Laing
Burnie
Causes and Remedies for the National Distress by John Wade
A brief discussion by John Wade on the sources of ongoing national distress and potential remedies. The work surveys economic, political, and social factors, offering proposals aligned with Wade's historical and liberal views. It reflects 19th century concerns about commerce, governance, and national prosperity.
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John Wade
Britain
Remedies for National Distress in Colonial Policy
The piece argues for freer trade and reform of imperial monopolies, critiquing Britain’s protective measures that hinder colonial commerce. It contrasts West Indian and Indian policy, condemning exclusive preferences, and advocates improved transportation, governance, and civil institutions to foster commerce and native prosperity.
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