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Newspaper
Weekly Chronicle
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jun 16, 1855
Page
12
The passage argues that press influence could end a blundered war by a shameful peace. It notes the Sea of Azoff has been taken and Sebastopol is sought, urging Prince Cap to consider the English plea. It contrasts his German friends and English views on matters affecting his wife’s dignity and renown.
A historical voice defends Sunday as a Christian rest day and opposes Sunday trading laws. It argues the poor would bear the cost of relaxed observance, criticizes Sabbatarian fixes, and questions lawmakers reliance on religious sentiment, urging humane limits on commerce while protecting workers’ leisure.
A reader decries gas lit shopping in crowded markets where a poor woman is bullied by a butcher for Sunday meals. The piece links wage practices to humane access, arguing lawmakers should first ensure daylight shopping and fair prices before restricting Sunday markets.
The article traces Peter the Great's expansion to the Sea of Azoff, founding Taganrog on the European side after blocking Azov. It notes diverse commerce, caravan-wagon traffic from Ukraine, and vast exports like corn iron linseed tallow wool and sailcloth. It also warns blockade of Azoff would affect Rumian empire and inland industries.
The St Sophia precincts, once closed behind costly admission, are now open to all allied military men free of charge and without removing footwear. Other notes cover Archbishop’s revenue, church wealth, and a shooting incident near a British warship in Funchal. A landbreakwater extends nearly a mile from shore.
A London column critiques the Paris Exposition and other cultural matters noting weak organization, the robust British presence, and the allure of the Crystal Palace Alhambra Court. It also covers Monti lectures, Drury Lane pricing, and local newspaper censorship sparks.
Madame de Verneuil withdraws to Verneuil Chateau after court scandals. Henry IV grants access to visit, restoring peace except the Queen's anger over the quarrel with his mistress. Verneuil wages a broad epigram war while the King battles governing duties and jealousy. The ferry accident near Saint Germain tests loyalties and sparks royal quips.
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