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Newspaper

Weekly Chronicle

Location

London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Jun 03, 1838

Page

5

Diary of Memorial Dates and Tidal Notes for June Week

Entries list significant historical deaths and events with daily high water timings at London Bridge. Notable mentions include Whit Sunday events, anniversaries like Lord Anson and Robert Bruce, and other milestones from 1514 to 1809 with daily tidal data and moon phases.

Ames Findon High Holborn Suspay Main Foss Isaiah London Bridge Menpar Lord Anson Sheailiea Bovereignsalg Dover Thursiday Robert Bruce Scotland Saturn Tom Paine Jerusalem Abraham Rees

Intestate residue debated in 19th century will case

In a legal discussion a testator leaves wife Mary Brown and daughter Mary Anne Brown fixed sums and a residue. The court weighs whether the phrase namely limits the overall bequest, exposing possible intestacy for the remaining estate. Debates over priorities and potential equal shares follow as experts consider the will’s true intent.

Chiles Wilson Mary Brown Sudbury John Wilson J. Brown Mary Anne Brown Hayter Twiss Alderson M. R Lampeter L. G. Tuff Sheriff's Court W. M Lord Lyndhurst Mayhew P. M Dublin C. Bower and Co J. Kingston T. F David H. L Philo-Justitia N.O P C.H L Birmingham W. P

Proper Hyacinth Bulb Drying and Seasonal Cultivation Guide

Instructions for lifting and storing hyacinths and other bulbs, detailing timing after leaf yellowing, uprooting methods, soil coverage, drying and curing, packing by bulb, and room storage. Also notes on watering, seed saving for cauliflowers, and various garden tips, with miscellaneous local observations and questions.

Emancipation Debate Ends With Government Victory

The weekly Chronicle reports the Emancipation Question decision, noting the government’s line won broad support. The piece argues that arguments targeted individuals and fears influenced MPs, with Sir Robert Peel’s position tied to Lord John Russell and strategic resignations seen as bluff. It links St Domingo fears and constitutional duties to a broader national contract.

West Indies St. Domingo Robert Peel Lord John Russell Eardley Wilmot National Assembly House of Commons

Emancipation Debate and Delayed Reform in Parliament

The House of Commons backed emancipation opponents by a large margin amid calls for immediate colonial legislation. Critics warn only Parliament can secure practical liberty, while Ellice and Glenelg face criticism for delaying action and risking a shadow of true freedom. The verdict is a setback for reform, with expected changes to apprenticeship across islands before Parliament reconvenes.

House of Commons Edward Ellice Ward Great Britain Ellice Lord Glenelg le Ministre Sommambule E. Ellice England Colonial Office

Basques urged to seek neutral stance in Spain crisis

The article argues for concessions by Madrid to win Basque support for neutrality in the Basque Provinces amid the Carlist conflict. It critiques coercion, urges security for fueros, and praises Sir George Villiers for influencing a peaceful, constitutional settlement that would boost English-Spanish trade.

Don Carlos Lord Carnarvon Morning Herald Managorri Cabrera Inquisition Madrid George Villiers Spain England

Plumptre Redivivus or The Member for Kent Reborn

The piece argues that Mr Plumptre plans to revive the Sunday bill despite opposition and criticizes the Morning Post for advocating moral restraint. It condemns PM hypocrisy, contrasts chastity laws with urban vice, and ridicules measures limiting open trading and Sunday pleasures while implying selective morality.

MR. Plumptre Redivivus Kent Morning Post Edward Sugden Lambeth-cut Edgeware-road Saffron-hill Mr. Plumptre London Crockford

Liberal views on the appropriation principle debated

The piece argues against Mr Ward’s stance on the Irish church tithe question and the projected compromise. It rebukes expediency and urges adherence to 1835 resolutions that require changes to the establishment, praising Ward for resisting political pretenders and upholding principle.

Ward John Russell Thomas Acland Robert Peel

Coalition imminent in House of Commons over Irish Municipal Bill

In a May 29 1838 reflection the paper argues a Whig Conservative fusion is inevitable and that a coalition will form to support the government. It envisions a left and right centre in Parliament, a new party label, and warns against patronage while contrasting republican America with prior regimes.

House of Commons Robert Peel John Russell Morning Herald Jnde Lord Melbourne Lord John Chamber of Deputies Treasury Bench Centre New York Pitt America France

Disturbance Over Courtenay Followers Traced to Economic Stress

The piece argues anger among rural workers stems from low wages and poor laws, not mere seduction by an adventurer. It condemns the lack of magistrate action to quell unrest after a four day county jaunt that violated laws and left blood in England’s garden.

Ferri Salford Norfolk E. L Coventry P.L. J Johan Holmes C. E.T Portsmouth Lockport York Jarvis B Sarah A. B Vierkenwell Dover London Pharmacopeia W. W Perteca Courtenay Rosendon-wood England Garden of England

Sixth Anniversary Excursion To Herne Bay Pier

The article notes the sixth anniversary of Herne Bay pier opening to be celebrated on Tuesday with an excursion. Mr. Andrewes plans to use the Star steam packet to transport friends, promising an enjoyable outing as in past years.

Herne Bay Juse STAR Cayft London Gravesend Pier Dues Andrewes Windsor-terrace City-road Iifia Hyams Cornhill Norrie Fetter-lane Mears G Sanders St. John-street Hassell Garnault-place Clerkenwell Forster Cross-street Islington Southend Margate Ramsgate Greenwich Woolwich W. Strange Paternoster-row Thos. Caddell King-street Clifton Family N.B Menora, Cunningham and Salmon Fleet-street Star Steam-Packet

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