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Weekly Chronicle

Location

London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Feb 04, 1844

Page

2

Scene in the French Chambers sparks heated quarrel

Paris reports a tumult in the Chamber of Deputies as legitimist leaders defended their conduct and attacked Guizot over the Ghent voyage and the oath to the king. Violent interruptions, accusations of treason, and calls for constitutional monarchy followed as resignations and cabinet strength were debated.

Paris Faexce Belgrave Square M. de la Rochejaquelin M. Bechard M. Berryer M. St. Marc Girardin Bordeaux Louis Philippe M. de la Rochether Jacaelin Gonliet Berryer M. Guizot Beling Guizot Ghent la ‘de la Rochejaquel Ernest du Girardin M. Ernest de Girardin Marshal Soult M . Joly M. Ledra Rollin M. de la Rochejequelin M. de Chambolle Louis XVIII M. Guizat M. Chambolle France M. Gamier Pagen M.de Boulay de la Rochejaquelin de Valmy de Laray Blois de Bourdin Ministax Marquis de la Rochejaquelin Duke de Valmy MM. Berryer de Laroy M. Sauzet Chamber of Deputies Grand Deputation Journal de Rheims Orleans Havre Avignon Red Sea China India Madrid

Portugal and Greece: political turmoil and reform notes

The report covers Portugal where a finance ministry budget for 1844-5 showed a reduced deficit and rising soundness in policy amid cabinet disputes. In Greece, a projected constitution outlines civil liberty, press freedom, and a hereditary crown with Leopold as heir, while Stoddart is reported alive and in favor.

Greece Church of the East Senate Chamber of Deputies Leopold Wolff Erzeroum Armenia Stoddart

Tariff Divisions and Oregon Question Marked by Delays

United States news from Liverpool dated January 6 notes House divisions on tariff plans, including Mr Black’s sweeping revenue tariff proposal, narrowly defeated 84 to 83. Oregon negotiations show no resolution as yet while Britain prefers Washington talks. Pennsylvania governor’s message claims the state never repudiated, only owes due to a temporary commercial downturn expected to improve in a few years.

Spain Madrid Gonzales Bravo Marquis of Miraflores M. Isturitz Progressistas Messrs Cantero Angulo San Miguel Arguelles Lujan M. Felice Mirales M. Sagusti M. Olozaga MM. Calatrava Zumalacarregui Vallego Saragossa Calle Montrea Narvaez Bayonne Serrano Cavalry Concha Soria Ohio Liverpool House of Representatives Black Oregon London Washington Pakenham Pennsylvania

Lent Preachers for 1844 in London parish list

The Metropolis prints Lent preaching appointments for 1844 in London churches including Christ Church Newgate Street St Andrew Undershaft St Clement Danes and St. Giles in the Fields with dates and assigned preachers. A public medical meeting at Crown and Anchor Strand opposes the Royal College of Surgeons charter and plans deputation to government. Alderbread Gibbs accounts defended at Court of Aldermen. Australian Agricultural Company reports New South Wales distress and sheep losses in 1841.

London Christ Church Newgate Street Hele Legh Gelling Birch Kynaston Hall Abbiss Mr. Roberts Mr. Dale Mr. Wood Mr. Harding Mr. Stone Mr. Hutchins Gibbs St. Andrew Undershaft Mr. Jones Essex Mr. Minchin Mr. Sharpe Dr.Croly Champneys Mr. Blunt Russell Mr. Lacy Acland Mr. Leigh Mr. Durham Dr. Burnet Povahi Antrobus St. Clement Danes Sinclair Middlesex Mr. Denham Mr. Bowers Mr. Rodwell Mr. Forster Mr. Bean Mr.Auriol Mr. Gifford Mr. Jennings Mr. Wrench Mr. Letts Mr. Repton H. K. Dukinfield Newbery Johnson Robinson Brookfield M‘caul Tyler C. J. Lenpox N.B S. Paul, Roya CoLtEce Royal College of Surgeons of London Crown and Anchor Strand Mackinwein Carpue Lynch House of Commons Alderman Gibbs Hear Margate Infirmary Alderman Copeland C.S. Hunter Thompson Australian Agricultural Company King’s Arms Yard J. S. Brownrigg M.P King New South Wales

Cattle and coal trade figures and Bethlem hospital notes

The report shows cattle 5265, horses 650, livestock sales 2612 pounds, free men 261, tickets 115, convicts 287, plus a coal sales drop of 4189 tons in seven months. Wool revenue 10811 pounds 85 10d, total income 38389 pounds 5s 4d with expenses 35560 pounds 17s 11d leaving a surplus 2828 pounds 3s 5d. Bethlem hospital governors report details improvements including a billiard table. Parish vestry of St George Southwark considers a large assessment rise and votes to appeal. Funeral of Lt. G Swiney described with yellow funeral gear and a dense crowd attracting police presence.

New South Wales England Bethlem Hospital Bridewell Paniso St. George Sourawark St George’s Southwark Day Ware Matthews Longmore Straxce G. Swiney Camden-town No. 9 Grove-street St. Martin’s Pratt-street Carter Ages Chaplin Dr. Cox

Riot at Chatham Dockyard Ends in Suspensions and Jail

In Chatham the unrest over a yard witness led to mob attacks on Valentine Bachelor and two suspended workers. William Tanner and Hadereazer Bradley were later jailed for three months with hard labor after assaulting Bachelor and a bench fined them £5 each.

Chatham Chatham Dockyard Valentine Bachelor Bachelor William Tanner Hadereazer Bradley Bachelor J Tanner House of Correction Maidstone Oxford Lord Ashley United Church of England and Ireland University of Oxford Church of England Reformed Church of England Wellington P. Winter Yvore Murper Lornp Norwansy Mulgrave Castle Marquis of Normanby Charles Lowther William Moffat Matthew Pierson T. Bell Thirsk Edmund Turton Kirkdale Cleveland North Riding of Yorkshire Lord Normanby South-lodge Halloo Mr. Turten Eskdaleside York Castle

Coroner to Hear Evidence in Local Murder Case

A man previously convicted of poaching was detained on suspicion after the murder of Mrs. Robinson near here two years ago. The coroner's inquest is to be held today to obtain fuller intelligence on the case.

Repeal Association Meeting Crowded in CoxclaraTion Hall

The Repeal Association held a large Monday meeting with Mr. C Powell presiding. Captain Leaver urged federalism as a tool to defeat repeal while Sir John O'Connell backed the resolutions urging free campaign funds, universal frankness on intimidation, and active work for repeal amid strong demonstrations for Ireland's independence.

Repeal AssociaTion CoxclaraTion Hall C. Powell M.P Leaver Dundalk S. O’brien O'Connell Peace of Ireland Peel Wellington England College-green Davis Nation Duffy Shackleton O’connell Brennan Byron Collar Mr. Wallace New York Repeal Advocate America Union Mr. O'Connell Wallace Association

LOST CHARACTER. A Partridge Shoot Ends in Tragedy and Scorn

A Bristol era column recounts a hunting tale from Fairleigh lodge Wiltshire where a mishap with a pointer dog leads to the death of Ponto and destroys Davenport Brandome’s social standing. Neighbors blame the shooter as the county condemns the act. The tale closes with sale of Fairleigh lodge and Brandome’s reduced status.

Fairleigh-lodge Ponto Wiltshire Brandome Mark Squire Brandome Yees Paragon Haint Davenport Squire Lumpton John Old Pento County of Wilts Davenport Brandeme

League and Anti League Movements Reported Across Counties

The article notes large League meetings in Blackburn Stockport and Howia raising funds of £700, £1,013 19s 4d and £150 respectively. Anti League actions spread with numerous county gatherings led by nobles, including Steyning, Huntingdon, Aylesbury, Gloucester and others, with substantial pledges and notable figures like the Duke of Norfolk and Lord Norreys. Also lists railway traffic receipts for major lines.

Blackburn Cobden Bright Thompson League Stockport Howia Steyning Duke of Norfolk Huntingdon Aylesbury Gloucester Bletsoe Derby Oxford Lord Norreys Mr. Harcourt Barton Upon Humber Carl Spencer Anti Corn Law League Lindley Murray Oakham Birmingham Eastern Counties Edinburgh Glasgow Great Western Grand Junction Paisley Ayr Great North of England London London and South Western Blackwall Greenwich Brighton Croydon Liverpool Manchester Leeds Hull Associated Midland Counties North Midland Newcastle Carlisle Paris Rouen Orleans South Eastern Dover Sheffield York

Behind the Scenes at the Theatre Workshop

In a late night session the cast and stage crew of Mr. Fogg's two act play gather as the author tests parts and fights for cuts. Actors Dirk Pelham Horner and others press for dramatic effects while Miss Horner warns against trimming her scene.

Mr. Fogg Mr. Dirk Mr. Dilk Miss Pelham Meg Merrilies Miss Horner Fogg

Vincent in pantomime and mourning shops teased by critics

Vincent is described under Mr Fogg's introduction to EvilGen Pudd who stars in pantomime with elaborate costumes and a dangerous ensemble. The piece details his descent in a magical contraption, his stage performance, and the audience reactions, followed by a lengthy mock advertisement about mourning fashions and a public notice on government appointments and the Drury Lane theatre plans.

Vincent Mr. Fogg Poddy Julius Cesar Pudd Spain Paddy Ester House of Lords Lichfield Lord Rodney Winch Drunve Lane Theatre Benedict Drury Lane Messiéson Lefler Stretton

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