Sudbury and other petitions frame debate in Commons
The House of Commons sat after Whitsuntide with a Sudbury petition on Mr Tomine's election and broader petitions from Leeds Dundee and others. Debates covered church rates and Maynooth funding, a seduction bill with mixed support, and beer licensing with clauses on certificates and hours.
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Canada Government Bill Third Reading Amid Debate
Private bills advanced including Registration of Voters Ireland. In Canada debate centered on third reading of the Canada Government Bill with key figures like Sir R Peel and Lord Howick expressing mixed support. The bill passed to a third reading by a 156 to 6 margin and estimates were reported with Irish education and Maynooth grants debated before adjournment.
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O'Con
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Viscount Palm Merston
Buenos Ayres
France
Canada
J. Russzzx
Hume
G. Lincrate
R. Peel
Caithness
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Baronet
R. Incuis
E. Exxrice
Canadas
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Lord Howick
Joan Ressexy
Plumprre
Morpeth
Maynooth
Legal Q A corresp tips on debt, wills and tenancy
A reader’s letter column covers trespass against a husband, breach of promise, six year claims for servants, copy holder extinction, usury in loan societies, and how estates are divided. It also explains stamping, guardianship for minors, will proof in Jamaica, pawnbroker liens, and separation as possible remedy. The tone mirrors a 19th century advice page with multiple named initials and practical legal pointers.
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T. T
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Jamaica
Bedfordshire
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Stamp Office
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The Queen Attack Illuminates London Anger and Fear
The Weekly Chronicle reports the attempted assassination of the Queen near Constitution Hill, decrying the motive as political malice inflamed by calumny. It rejects insanity or secret societies as causes, condemns widespread libel against the Queen, and laments hurtful public discourse by officials and clergy.
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Germany
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Oxford
Queen and Prince Albert Rise Above Threat in Royal Carriage Return
A Royal scene follows an attempted attack as Queen Victoria and Prince Albert display composure and duty. The public mood shifts to support, with Homefront sympathy rising after Windsor reports and the Duchess of Kent receiving the news. The piece notes Tory aristocracy influence, media corruption, and calls for national unity amid danger.
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Sunday Times
Windsor
Blackguard
China and the threat from Celestial power amid war talk
The report notes hostile Chinese tone as the Indian Overland Mail arrives. It describes plans to trap foreigners, massacre crews, and seize ships, while debating Canton trade, local disturbances, and the need to balance strength with peaceful aims to avoid further losses.
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Indian Overland Mail
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Canton
Tsang Wangyen
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Tsang Wang-yen
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Pekin
Mouhden
Celestial Empire
Church Extension scheme sparks public alarm and warnings
In a fervent editorial the Weekkly Coronicle derides Sir Robert Inglis and the Eight Million Church Extension plan. It argues the state should not fund church expansion and warns of rising penalties against dissenters, predicting later moves toward restoring Tests and Penal laws. The piece targets bishops and political figures, casting the proposal as a national swindle and a threat to civil liberty.
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Robert Toylis
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Ireland
Scotland
Globe
Morning Chronicle
Robert Inglis
Robert Peel
Robert
House of Commons
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Lord Stanleys Bill Debated With New Precedence Move
The Irish Registration Bill faced a restart on Thursday in a reshaped form as Mr. Charles Wood and Lord Howick pressed for English Registration Bill priority. The move, though well argued, arrived late and was seen as an effort to curtail Lord Stanley's measure, which still passed by a narrow three-vote margin.
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Charles Wood
Lord Howick
Mr. C. Wood
John Russell
Charles. Wood
Debaters clash as government loses crucial vote
A heated debate ends with a 206 to 195 division against the government over Warburton’s motion. O'Connell faces insults from Tories while Chairman Freshfield struggles to control the chamber. Lord Stanley plans to press his Bill on Monday amid party tensions and warnings of further disruption.
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Slaney
Bonet
Wiltshire
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William Brabazon
Colonel Butler
Wescenras
O'Connell
Mrice O'Connell
L’eeun
Lord Stanley
Robert Peel
Warburton
Freshfield
John Russell
Lord Stanleys Dictatorship Threatens House Rules
The piece argues Lord Stanley risks dictatorial power by pressing to suspend Commons rules for a controversial Bill. It questions government fragility, predicts dissolution if Monday votes fail, and warns of electoral bribery and corruption in prolonged party clashes. It cautions against undermining franchise rights in Ireland and paralyzing Parliament.
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Lord Stanley
Robert Peel
Lord Grey
House of Commons
England
Ford Stanley
Ireland
Benwatl
Parliamentary Proceedings on Canadian Municipal Reform Debate
The Canada bill passed the House of Commons on Friday with broad support and calls for systemic change. Critics warn municipal power may drive land taxation, while Lords debate the Irish Cess Bill and the Municipal measure's fate, signaling a pivotal party course under Lyndhurst and Stanley.
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House of Commons
Mr. Hume
Robert Peel
Lord Howick
Lord Stanley
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Ellice
Beauharnois
United States
Lord Durham
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Commons
Lord Lyndhurst
Duke of Wellington
Queen’s health affirmed after dramatic address delivery
Postscript reports Her Majesty's relief after a dangerous event, delivering a conciliatory address with calm voice and public support seen in crowded Lords and Commons. Enthusiastic receptions follow her return to the Palace. authorities probe a criminal linked by Hanover emblems, papers, and passwords aboard the pistols bag while Oxford is named as a potential co-conspirator to be exposed.
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Palace
Buckingham Palace
Inns of Court
Hanover
Ernest Rex
Oxford
Meeting of Liberal Members over Irish Registration Bill
A large assembly at the Foreign Office heard Liberal backers discuss strategy on Lord Stanley and the Irish Registration Bill. Lord John Russell indicated government lines but no firm plan emerged. A cabinet meeting also weighed the bill's course as a division threatened for Thursday night with ministers expected to command a majority.
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Lord Stanley
John
Russell
Foreign Office
John Russell
Irlant
C. Wood
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