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Newspaper
Weekly Chronicle
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 10, 1842
Page
5
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July 10 commentary urges separating commercial policy from Whig Tory squabbles over Foreign Affairs. It credits Lord Palmerston with opening trade but warns not to chase distant ambitions. The Wednesday debate was adjourned amid a half hearted remonstrance from Sir Robert Peel over budget money in a Committee of Supply.
The passage describes a heated moment in Parliament as a report or insinuation provokes strong reaction from Lord Stanley Sir H Hardinge Sir G Clerke and other ministers. Sir Robert Peel signals awareness of the issue and Lord Stanley seeks discretion. The exchange ends with no reference to Lord Auckland and suggests improved conformity in leadership behavior.
In Sudbury the House faced a mixed agenda with Sir Robert Inglis's Fausse-Couche and Mr Bannerman's bid for free admission of foreign grain. Cobden delivered a stark forecast on industrial decline, while Fielden pressed adjournment against a wavering Liberal bloc. The votes showed splits within the governing Liberals and a Conservative minority.
A Treasury review highlights large Miscellaneous Receipts eclipsing General Receipts for the quarter and year, reflecting tariff shocks, reduced stocks, Corn Laws changes, and early signs in Excise and Post Office revenue. The piece questions permanency of gains and urges continued improvement under Hill’s scheme, noting deficits and the need for clearer financial statements.
The House of Lords, after swallowing Income Tax, yields to a tariff clash with Free Trade rhetoric. Four peers opposed, dozens absent as the Tory Reform debate reveals political expediency over principle. Lord Monteagle praised for truth on corn laws. broader prospects hinge on a low fixed duty and timely action before winter pressures rise.
The inquiry into Colonel Henry Dundas found his remarks insulting to the Queen were unprovoked. Lord Worsley reported the Commander in Chief recommended Dundas be dismissed from Aide de Camp to Her Majesty and removed from command of the 83d Regiment, with royal approval noted. The piece argues Dundas was harshly treated compared with past leniency for similar offences and questions the uneven punishment amid party loyals.
Lord Auckland and Sir Robert Peel attend a scene where Palmerston boasts of his foreign policy success and taunts the Tory benches while the government aligns with the India policy it previously condemned, seeking Auckland’s continued governorship until resignation arrives.
Reports from Figueras and Plaudersy detail Belgians planning to lobby Brussels to soften a French import duty on linens and yarn. Belgian manufacturers fear French concessions will not offset losses while a union with Germany’s customs bloc appears more likely. A hoax about Sir Robert Peel injuring himself unsettled London, and railway receipts for the week show varied totals across major lines.
Lisbon reports final results of Portugal's Estremadura district election, coalition gains 16 to 6 for government, with Evora in Alemtejo leaning government. Names of 16 opposition members listed. several government ministers defeated. Widespread opposition enthusiasm. alleged bribery and ill health absences cited. Tax notice for dividends under 150 pounds per year issued by Bank of England. Social notes on the Societas Virtacers anniversary and Miss Gladstone's conversion to Catholicism. Primrose Hill rights protest in Marylebone and local plans discussed. Various short notices on theft, bankruptcy, fires, and public amusements.
The King and Queen of the Belgians left Buckingham Palace for Woolwich to embark on the Ariel steam packet to Ostend. The Duchess of Kent and Belgian ambassador M. Van de Weyer accompanied them. a royal salute, guard of honour, and flag ceremony marked their departure amid official reception.
A Monday London program reports The Lone Hut by Raymond met with complete success at Exeutsu Opgra-Hovar, featuring Lisette Crisp and Lindorf Diddear in a tale of love, betrayal, and murder with a cliffhanger finale. Strong scenes by Miss Faucit and 0. Smith drew applause, while Brent, Antoine, and Hortense drive the suspense.
The sporting intelligence notes the Liverpool Cup with about 32 acceptances and strong bets on Rhodanthe Una and Thirsk, alongside Goodwood and roadwood Stakes odds. It also covers Goopwoop Stakes and Cup markets, plus a critique of the Jockey Club rules and the libel case involving Gurney, warning on racing speculation harms.
The Newmarket July Meeting features multiple handicap races with dead heats and tight finishes. Winners include Mr. Rogers's Bridegroom after a dead heat, Lord Albemarle's Minaret prevailing, and Lord Orford's filly triumphing in the Unity stakes, with betting carried on heavily and several horses sold at auction. The card includes Goodwood Stakes, Chesterfield Stakes, and considerable betting on multiple entries, with notable names such as Lord G. Bentinck, Colonel Peel, and Mr. Thornhill.
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