Debate on corn laws tests petitions and evidence
The House debates whether to hear further evidence on corn laws amid petitions from many subjects. Speakers critique reliance on petitions versus informed judgment, argue about manufacturing and agricultural impacts, and consider the scope and timing of an inquiry. The vote ends with the motion defeated, adjournment follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Howick
Trucklin
Pryce
Warp
Wolverhampton
Hen. Merber
Wiltshire
Mr. Ward
Thorneely
Lord Wemsley
Horsman
Heartcore
Heathcote
Warburton
P. Tomson
Gent
Holland
Prussia
Germany
Belgium
Mr. P. Thomson
Hear
Europe
Switzerland
Austria
France
Mr. Thomson
Hon
Hisxetu Freetwood
Lord Stanley
Preston
Lord
Joan Resseen
Robert Peer
America
Villiers
Britain
Wittrenrs
Petition Debates Over Corn Laws And Church Rates
Members presented petitions demanding repeal of corn laws and abolition of ecclesiastical dues. A Carmarthen case highlighted churchwarden conflict over parish rates and bread supply. Debates touched railways in Ireland, Maynooth, education boards, and small debt recovery plans.
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Abe Geee
Hoxy
Hawas
David Jones
Carmarthen
Llanelly
Mr. Hawes
J. Owen
College of
Maynooth
Mauer
Commission On Railways
Ireland
Mixes
Wells
M. Woop
M. Woop Asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer
Royal Exchange
Coancellor of the Exchequer
G. Somerset
P. Thomson
R. Peel
P. Howard
Pattison
City News
Education
Wise
Board of Commissioners of Education
England
Spearer
Hume
J. Russell
Calendar Memoranda Week of February High Tides and Notes
A fragmented diary entry lists weekly dates Feb 24 to Mar 2 with lunar tides at London Bridge, high water times, and notable notes. It mentions St David day calendar reference and the death of John Wesley in 1791. The readable items are a mix of religious references, calendar data, and historical notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Bridge
Farpay
Mach
St. David
Xsntuds
Cardiganshire
Prince Arthur
High Water
Morn
Navn
Health of the metropolis weekly mortalities report
Weekly mortality figures and chief causes of death are summarized, listing burials increases and decreases across weeks in January and February. The notice includes medical advice, patient anecdotes, and prescriptions, urging rest, diet, abstinence from alcohol, and prudence in treatment.
DIY medical laxative recipe from historic text
A detailed home remedy outlines dosing for a laxative blend using acetated extract of conchtcum, ipecacuanha, hyoscyamus, buchu, and other substances. Instructions include preparation steps with infusion, tepid mixtures, and a twice daily dose. Additional guidance covers clothing, beverage choices, and follow up in ten days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castile
The Garden Larkspur and Weekly Horticulture Notes
A Victorian garden column extols larkspur for easy cultivation, notes varieties like Delphinium grandiorum, and describes soil, sowing, and care. It adds weekly plant tips, grafts on seedling propagation, and cultural observations from readers and correspondents.
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Ajax
Dametus
Menaicus
Sweden
Norway
Europe
Holland
Britain
G. H
East
West Indies
Bay of Canpeachy
R. F
Lords and Commons Fight Over Turton Adultery Case and Corn Laws
The Durham Turton dispute resurfaces as peers clash in the Lords and Commons. The article criticizes personal attacks, defends Durham, and attacks the handling of the Turton matter. It notes the Commons vote against hearing Corn Law evidence and argues for reform to aid manufacturers and workers amid a landed-interest majority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Durham
Lord Westmeath
House of Lords
Turton
Lord Winchelsea
Lord Melbourne
Mr. Turton
Lord Combermere
Lord Amherst
Desert
Ain
Lord Byron
House of Commons
Villiers
John Russell
House of Peers
Robert Peel
Feargus O'Connor
O’brien
House
Lord John Russell
Lord Howick
Poulett Thomson
Lord Morpeth
John Hobhouse
Lord Brougham Opens Corn Law Debate With Three Dukes
The piece praises Lord Brougham for opening a three hour speech against foreign coin duties, noting his masterly yet hurried delivery. It critiques the three dukes Buckingham Richmond and Wellington for their counterpoints, and questions the Anti Corn Law Delegates labeling of the resolution as unsolicited while affirming Brougham's ability and impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Brougham
House of Lords
Manchester
Edinburgh
Birmingham
Sheffield
Nottingham
Close
Buckingham
Richmond
Wellington
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St. Palmer
Essex
Belge
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Sus
Turspay
Wipwespar
Saturnpay
John Wesley
Storn
Mors
Medical
B. R. Will
C. V
S.J.K
Pilus
Aga
J. T
Emma M
Botanical
Presidency
J.D
A.B. C
8Arvig Arts Society
G. C
Somerset-house
Grace Darling
Hampstead
Australia
Mr. Stephens
Weekly Chronicle
London
J.ord Durham
The
Dukes
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