Resignation of the Duke of Buckingham shocks ministers
The article tracks the Buckingham resignation from Sir Robert Peel's cabinet over corn law disputes, detailing reactions across political papers, possible successors, and the implications for the government's forthcoming measures. It notes Buckingham's long commitment to agricultural protection, the likelihood of a revised corn law, and market expectations ahead of Parliament's session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ates Reed
Duke of Buckingham
Peel
James Graham
Jinkeid Buckingham
Buckingham
Sidon
United Cabinet
Robert Peet
Hue
Robert Peel
Buckingh
Knatehball
Lord Marek
Cron
As Grace
Woaders
Wsg
Duke of Bueclenech
Times and Post
Herald
Duke of
Buccleuch
Morning Chronicle
Knatchbull
Lord March
Edward Kratchbull
R. Peel
3Ourning Chronicle
Stine
Lise
Duke
Shinala
Robert Pee
Isis Grace
Robert
House of Commons
House of Lords
Chronicle City
The Drama and Royal Visit to Covent Garden
The King of Prussia attended Drury Lane to see The Two Gentlemen of Verona with Macready Fortescue and Keeley in leading roles. The audience, royal box included, gave warm, though restrained, applause while the queen and Prussia’s king were feted in Covent Garden and the Adelphi with The Queen of Cyprus and The Merry Wives of Windsor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Box
Mr. Macready
Valentine
Miss Fortescue
Julia
Mr. Keeley
Silvia
Prussia
Duke of Cambridge
Earl of Hardwicke
Meynell
Baron von Humboldt
Natzmar
Count Stolberg
Chevalier Neukomm
M. Benedict
Mr. Planché
England
Britain
Madame Vestris
God Save
Queen
Miss Kemble
Miss Rainforth
Harrison
Leffler
Stretton
Merry Wives of Windsor
King of
Suite
Buckingham refuses garter amid corn law clash
The Duke of Buckingham opposes the premier's corn-law plan and declines a garter likely to go to the Marquis of Abercorn. The premier's strained appearance in the Lords reflects growing political pressure as factions swirl around the ministry and key appointments. The Bank of England reports a quarterly average of liabilities and assets, with total circulation at £16,630,000 and deposits at £8,506,000, assets £25,136,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckingham
Duke of Buckingham
Marquis of Abercorn
Lords
House of Commons
Jerusalem
Porte
Alexander
Paris
Vienna
St. Petersburg
L' Univers
Bank of England
Taraniwhire
Tattersalls Betting At Opening Of Parliament Note
Absence of several members dulls attendance and wagers at Tattersalls. A single 11 to 1 bet against Chatham for £25 helped steady backers after chatter of his Monday decline and a report of sickness. Auckland drew about £150 at 23 to 1, with Dirce colt and Artful Dodger popular. Chester Cup focus on Lanercost, Derby odds listed for multiple runners with numerous large stakes noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dirce
Artful Dodger
Lanercost
Kirby
Greville
Rory O’more
Col. Angon
Attila
Peel
Chatham
Lord Westminster
Auckland
Lord Chesterfield
Ramshay
Moss Trooper
Mr. Scott
Mr. Pettit
Espartero
Gregory
Bowes
G. Clark
William le Gros
Duke of Bedford
Chatham and Policy
Dirce Colt
Funeral of the celebrated equestrian Andrew Ducrow
The funeral of Andrew Ducrow, famed equestrian, drew thousands along York Road and Parliament Street as the procession moved to Kensall Green. Mourners included executors and theatrical figures. police battled crowd crush while a sermon and interment followed in a ceremony noted for mixed reactions and a Batty circus closure in respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York-road
Lambeth
Kensall Green
Harrow-road
Westminster Bridge
Bridge Street
Parliament Street
Grinsell
I. Division
Ferguson
Searle
Oscar Byrne
Anderson
Westmacott
Gomersal
Homner
Osbaldiston
Astley’s Theatre
Whitehall
Andrew Dacrow
York Road
Westminster-bridge
L Division
Ducrow
Broadfoot
Woodford
Seignor Hillier
Mr. Bunn
Wallack
Batty
Serle
Widdicomb
Death of George Boswell Davidge Former Coburg Surrey Lessee
The late Ma Davidge known for managing Coburg Surrey and Liverpool theatres died after years of ill health. Born 1794 in Bristol, he rose from printing apprentice to renowned manager, redecorating Coburg in 1826 and introducing the shilling order. He later ran the Surrey theatre profitably, notably with Ay Poll and my Partner Joe, and died in the presence of his wife. The funeral is planned for Tuesday with many theatrical colleagues expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ma. Davidge
Surrey Theatre
George Boswell Davidge
Coburg
Surrey
Liverpool
Dasidge
Bristol
Bath
London
Strand
Burleigh
Southampton Streets
Adelphi
Sans Pareil
Haymarket
Messrs
Bengaugh
le Clerc
Davidge
The
Corps Dramatique
the Coburg
Thomas Dibdin
Randle Jackson
Osbaldiston
Ducrow
Ay Poll
Joe
Miss Parker
Lawrence
Regent-street
Langmaid
National Anti Corn Law Bazaar in Manchester Theatre
The Theatre Royal in Manchester hosted a bustling anti corn law bazaar with stalls from local ladies and nearby towns. Proceeds and donations over two days neared £3,186 with major sums from stalls, exhibitions, and post office, while weather and crowds challenged access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
Theatre Royal
Countess Ducie
Bouverie
Earl of Radnor
Thomas M. Gibson
Rochdale
Bolton
Wigan
Ashton
Stockport
Fountain-street
Bury
Accrington, &c
League
Fixed Duty and Corn Laws Debate in Times Article
The Times discusses Peel's possible move to simplify the tariff scale toward a fixed duty, noting political maneuvering by Peel and opponents. It critiques ministerial tactics, contrasts movable versus fixed duty positions, and reports anti corn law meetings and a Stroud to Wigan network. The article also covers a town council vote over petition language on corn laws and duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peppleepock
Duke of Buckingham
Robert Peel
Nottingham
House of Commons
London
Manchester
Carlisle
Bolton
Huddersfield
West Ham
Ilkeston
Rochdale
Leicester
Liverpool
Colnes
Scotland
Manchester Times
Stroud
Bridgnorth
Maidstone
Stockport
Exeter
Thurlstone
Stirling
Leith
Hull
Wigan
Epixpurer
Black
Melville
Notorious Gun dry enters lunacy commission at Gray's Inn
The commission of lunacy opened at Gray's Inn coffee house to determine if Daniel Gundry esq capable of managing his affairs. Witnesses described his violent acts toward servants, bizarre conduct, and travels from Dublin to Paris amid delusions of plots and assassinations.
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Beer
Daniel Gundry
Blount
C. K. Murray
J. West
Gray’s Inn
Holborn
Cockburn
Stuck
Prior
Shee
Deeds
Gundry
Hill
Walthamstow
Essex
Trinity College
Dublin
Cambridge
Bridport
Josep Gundry
Dr. Phelps
Kensington
Mr. Gandry
Albany
Cox
Colonial Office
Calais
Brussels
Paris
London
Dover
The
Albuny
Persia
Egypt
India
Blunt
John Huggins
the Albany
Guundry
Sarah Kessar
Michael John Fitzpatrick
Marlborough Street
Tothill-fields
Humbug
House of Peers
Hardwick
Giblett
Hampstead
Tracy
Tothill Fields Prison
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United Kingdom
Adelphi Theatre
Cyprus
Académie Royale of Paris
Halevy
M. de Saint George
Republic of Venice
Lusignan
Catarina
Gerard de Courcy
de Courcy
Venice
G. H. Rodwell
Merceanr
H. P. Grattan
Nicosia
Muncenigo
Yates
France
Olympic Theatre
Baker
Rogers
Pepperpool
Mr. Wild
Mr. Ross
Wild
Her Majesty’s Theatre
Carlotta Grisi
Perrot
Messrs. Grieve
Covent-garden
Lumley
Madlie
Rachel
Madame Molteni
Italy
C. Kesx
Extendres
Charles Kean
Ellen Tree
St.Thomas's Church
Weaeasaaena
Mr. Ducrow
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