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Newspaper
Weekly Chronicle
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jan 02, 1847
Page
4
Reports from Bombay Times detail Lahore’s defense under British forces, Ghobah Singh and Tej Singh struggles, and plans to reallocate regiments from Scinde. Jamoo insurrection seen as limited, with negotiations and payments arranged in Moultan, while Afghan risk remains low.
A scholar letter disputes a previous law and police report on a bankruptcy, pressing explicit correction. The piece includes a medical note praising ether inhalation for painless dental work, detailing experiments, apparatus, and patient recoveries with several cases cited.
A calendar style note explains how to calculate sunrise and sunset times by latitude, adjusting noon times by degrees above 61 80 and below 51 80 with minute modifications. It lists high water adjustments for major ports including London Dock, Bristol, York Cove, Falmouth Harbour, Dublin, Holyhead, Liverpool, and Southampton, among others, and notes the week’s daily religious lessons, moon phase, and day length observations.
Mr. Cobden leaves Barcelona for Italy and is met by leading Barcelona figures. Papers praise his work opposing a monopoly, while Catalan manufacturers fear his influence. In Colchester a debate on port vs railway prompts plans for a waterway upgrade costing 50 000 to 60 000 with a Parliament bill sought to harmonize trade and transport.
Notice reminds subscribers of subscription terms for the Werxty Chronicle to be supplied by all Newemen in Town and Country. Rates include one year £1 6s, half year 13s, quarter £6d. Office address given at 337 Strand.
The Weekly Chronicle wishes readers a happy new year and mutual good will through weekly gifts of the paper. It looks back at the year’s events including Peel’s repeal bill and Whig rise, but vows to continue independent reporting, judging men and measures on merit and aiming for the general good.
The press shifts from alarm to denial of danger from weapons in Ireland. Officials claim only 3,000 more firearms reached Ireland recently, mostly fowling-pieces, with doubts about true import totals. Authorities insist law and protection of life require strict action beyond coercion, while noting defensive needs amid destitution and unrest risk. NEW ZEALAND. Three key official documents on New Zealand governance and colonization are gazetted, including a Home Office Despatch, a Charter, and Queen's Instructions. The papers outline liberal aims for colonial management and future policy, inviting reader support while cautioning about gradual implementation and the controversial division of colonial lands and aboriginal lands.
A widow named North seeks restitution of her children after her conversion to Catholicism. The case, once restricted by Vice-Chancellor Knight Bruce, was partly heard by the Lord Chancellor who lifted the restriction. A Morning Contemporary attacks the ruling, misstates the law, and requests an appeal to Lord Cottenham, revealing ignorance of the decision's principle.
The article discusses a case before Lord Cottenham about a father dying solvent with no property, and the principle that children should not be decoyed from their father’s faith. It notes the father's potential Catholic conversion was inconclusive, the court’s ruling, and the broader equity principle of protecting a minor's religious upbringing under the Court of Chancery. It mentions Shelly as background without arguing the issue.
A 19th century newspaper dismisses the President's Message in a biting seven and thirty word summary. It accuses the President and People of America of being right while others are wrong. The piece mocks readers who demand more detail, urging them to consult the longer two column reform.
A sharp critique of the Conde de Montemolin portrayed as a pretender king. The piece ridicules Morning Post and Times coverage of his London visits and audiences with officials while questioning official sanction and propriety. It condemns the display of royal vanity and public sightings as indecorous and sensational.
Diversity of opinion among agriculturists prompts the Council of the Farmer's Club to discuss tenant right and its bearing on landlords. Mr Shaw, a leading member, has given notice of his intention to bring the matter under consideration.
A fragment discusses tenant right and landlord interests, noting inquiries by the Farmers' Club and Mr Shaw. It questions meaning, calls for a preliminary inquiry, and criticizes vague notions of tenant rights versus property rights, urging a clear definition aligned with English law.
A broad critique of charging improvements to poor rates, arguing they become mere additions rather than productive gains. Proposes governance by a board rather than individual owners. Includes parliamentary circulars and opinions on the Opposition and Peel era strategies. Mentions Lord Lincoln and Lord Stanley in the party speak, with Manchester political canvassing updates.
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