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Newspaper
Weekly Chronicle
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Aug 04, 1855
Page
5
The piece notes Sir William Molesworth retained for Southwark and Marylebone re elects its baronet. Reformers praise the chosen men and Lowe accepts office as a step toward unity. Marylebone believes the member may become Home Secretary and warns against politicizing the war.
The week’s key parliamentary event is the Limited Liability Bill passing, with the Partnerships bill abandoned. The Limited Liability Bill now removes capital limits and the five pound share value clause, while Cairns and Cardwell withdrew their amendments as session progress limits debate. The measure aims to curb bubble-company risks and promote legitimate associations and local improvements.
The French loan subscription closed at about £144,000,000 with over £9,000,000 from small 50 franc parts and foreign subscriptions exceeding £8,000,000. The Emperor gains more than four times his target, while many invest for quick profit. The note argues loans should back order and stability, criticizes limited liability schemes, and cites Cairns on capital paid up rules.
The article criticizes Limited Liability and reports a canceled Polish Legion gathering at St Martin's Hall. It notes delays caused by Sir De Lacy Evans illness, speculates on government alarm, and questions parliamentary budgeting practices and supposed economical reforms affecting the Foreign Office.
A foreign consul in Cincinnati fell for a tempting recruitment offer from a 'sharp Yankee' amid laws against enlistment by foreign agents. The note argues the consulate erred and urges strict U.S. enforcement, asserting wariness over breaking American law despite desiring soldiers.
The writer laments naval impotence against Cronstadt and the Baltic and Black Sea stalemate. He urges shells of great power and supports Lord Dundonald’s plan, criticizing eminent officers for silence in the Crimea and calling for a decisive commander amid urgent war-time lethargy. He longs for one hour of fearless action.
The war report notes continued siege work with the French pushing operations between the Mamelon and Malakoff while sapping raised ground. It forecasts an imminent attack only after a successful outcome, praising Western science and valor versus enemy resolve and resources. General Simpson provides a description of the position.
The article warns against ignoring scientific advances in warfare and urges a dedicated Ordnance board to scrutinize and trial viable inventions. It argues for faster evaluation, support for practical devices, and adoption of successful ideas to break stalemate at Sebastopol.
A private mercantile man seeks a specific object and argues there is no royal road for the Government either. He warns that war may be kept alive by those who profit from it and urges departments to reveal any influence hindering decisive peace measures.
A London commentary laments a futile session with few reforms and heavy war spending. It criticizes Parliament for hastening bills, the Sabbatarian opposition, and limited measures while noting public protests and a colonial tone toward borrowing and governance. The piece mocks the Whig approach and questions the House of Commons usefulness.
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