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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lancaster-place
Strand
Bedford Street
ALON
Hildren
Queendom
Ingram and Bons’ Manufactory
Finsbury-square
H. Fentum
Surrey-street
St. Clement's Church
Grand Junction Railway
Skinner-street
Snow-hill
Hyson
G. F. Mansell & Cheapside
R. Chater
Fidsil
Badger
Joer
M. S
M. Samuel
King William Strest
Saxony
Petersham
Fisher and Co.'s
Tailors
King William-street
City
Doudney and Son
City Cloths Street
Best and C
Wesas
Lombardheapest House
Covinton
OLD. Bailey
C. Covinton
Simmons
Jadica
Dunstable
J. Simmons
London-bridge
Cesner
Cannon-street
Heitchingman
Stinner-street
Bishopsgate
East India Tea Company
Great St. Helen’s
Bishopsgate-street
Charles Hancock
Sherwood
Carvalho
S. Highley
Fleet
All Booksellers
John Bennett
Mr. Bennett
Bell
Weekly Messenger
Newgatestreet
Simpkin and Co
Sherwood and Co
Whittaker and Co
Medical
Z.R
Waltham Cross
Britain
Sporting
Mr. P
Gilbert
Harkaway
Mr. Sheppard
Somers Town
Jacksons Hunting Grounds
Oxford Street
I. Lamb
Martin
Galway
Ireland
Martins
Reland
Cockainge
Jackson
National Gallery
J. Stevens
Aberdeen
St. Andrews
St. Johns Gate
Canonbury House
Z. A
Teddington
BR. F. L
Cuba
W. B
Peter
Bank of England
G. J. R.— Post
Lloyd's
Cambridge
Devonport
Kingdom
Watchorn’s
Marsh Gate
Lambeth
Weekly Chronicle