The Navy Bill and Ireland Coercion Debates
The House debated naval reforms and the Civil Department Bill. Admiralty restructuring, steam frigates, and naval efficiency were examined amid warning of costly failures. In Ireland, the Protection of Life bill faced fierce opposition as critics argued against coercion and urged alternative reforms.
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Commons
Grover Grey
Chances Narier
Civil Department
Board of Admiralty
Lords of the Admiralty
Navy Board
Retribution
Incestre
Conry
Coroners
Ireland
Crimsime
Admiralty
Navy Department
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House OF Commons
Thuersday
R. Peel
Overt
Peel
Tran
Tre
Homes
Andrew Armstrong
Benet
Willahire
Queen Elizabeth
Flo
Cobbett
Mr. Benett
Wiltshire
Dorsetshire
Manearth
Layarn
Hexxey
Hon. Membbers
John Russell
House of Lords
H. W. Banton
Fitznaurice
G Bentinck
Howth
Connamore
Hawes
Owever
Henley
Ireland bill debate echoes over reform and loyalty
In a lengthy Commons exchange, Lord F Egerton defends conciliation over coercion in Ireland. The debate touches on tenure, reform, and the federation of Irish grievances, with speakers warning against injudicious measures while pledging careful inquiry and stability. The session adjourns as Mr Crawforth moves further orders.
Nobility and bishops fill the old Tory ledger
A sweeping roster of dukes earls viscounts and bishops dominates the page alongside a lengthy Town Edition summary. The article traces debate over coercion and corn laws, notes Bishop Wilberforce’s pointed Oxford address, and revisits Peel’s shifting positions from Protestant ascendancy to policy realignment, with long reflections on Canning era politics and Peelism.
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Commons
Lyndhurst
Lord Shaftesbury
Pel
Oxford
Wilberforce
League
Estete
Ashburton
Standard
House of Lords
George Bentinck
As & Free Corps
Ross
Poulett Scrope
Reddington
Lord Bernard
Milnes
Robert Peel
Recorder Shaw
George Bentinch
Canning
Disraeli
Lord George
Lord Worsley
Will
Time of sunrise sunset and tides for great britain and ireland
It explains calculating sunrise and sunset times from latitude, adjusting for days below 61, and adding or subtracting minutes per degree and interval. It lists high water times at London Dock and offsets for Bristol, Cork, Falmouth, Milford Haven, Brighton, and other ports, with a note on harbours of lesser use. It also includes a dated weekly note about Queen Victoria’s proclaimed longest day and summer quarter, and a partial calendar with moon age and daylight duration for a mid 18th century date.
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Great Britain
Ireland
London Dock
Ates
Ork
Cove
Falmouth
Hall
Milford Haven
Brighton
Winuten
Cowes
Dover
Dublin
Holyheld Harbour
Liverpool
Port Glasgow
Southampton
Queen Victoria
Luke v
Monnay
Tueaway
Wepsesday
St.John the Baptist
Thoraway
Danish Claims and Lord Lincoln Bills in Ireland
Maynooth report critiques Danish Claims and Lord Lincoln’s three bills for landlord tenant reform in Ireland. It highlights Parliament’s seesaw approach to compensation, warns about complexity and cost, and commends Lincoln’s clear intent and businesslike manner while urging simpler, workable machinery to aid small holders and cottiers.
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Lord Lincoln
Free Kirk
Scotland
Maynooth
Hawes
Goulburn
F. Baring
Tantalus
House of Commons
Lourd Lincoln
Ireland
Times
Cottier
Free Kirks in Scotland and the rights of conscience
A parliamentary debate on Mr Fox Maule's proposal for state provision of sites for churches schools and manses in Scotland weighs the right to worship against property rights and the public good. Critics lament the decline of Protestant unity and bemoan lack of MPs to back the measure amid tensions over Maynooth and church funding.
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Fox Macle
Scotland
James Graham
Ireland
England
Fox Maute
Robert Inglis
Jill
Parliament
Mr. Plumptre
Spooner
Finch
Maynooth
Kent
Treasury
Lord Lincoln
Peelism and the Prime Minister's debated temperament
The essay argues Sir Robert Peel has tempered radical policy with cautious pragmatism, outflanking rivals by adapting to public sentiment. It contrasts Peel’s leadership with past and potential successors, praising his ability to navigate reforms like the Sugar Duties and Irish Church while maintaining authority. It frames Peel as a practical, nation saving figure who must stay in office to steer change.
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George Bentinck
Disraeli
Robert Peel
Canning
Lord Liverpool
Mr. Canning
Rand
England
Pitt
Sir Robert Peel
House of Commoner
Grattan
Plunkett
Burdett
House of Commons
Lord Eldon
Duke of York
Times
Edward Knatchibull
Palmer
Essex
Lord Lincoln
Sidney Herbert
James Graham
Hastings
Spectator
Lord John Russell
John Russell
Smythe
Peel
Cobden
Commons
Forda
Glasgow
Manchester
Sibthorpe
Progress of the Corn Bill in the Lords
The Corn Importation Bill, though not law, rides a narrow corridor in the Lords. Supporters claim Farmers will push reform, while opponents fear ruin. The House of Lords shows divisions as protectionists lose ground, and the mood shifts toward accepting a practical exchange-based path.
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LORDS
House of Lords
Richmond and Winchelsea
Lord Fitzwilliam
England
Squires
Parsons
Tamboff
Miles
Lord Stanley
Essex
Westminster
Worcestershire
Lord Carnarvon
Duke of Richmond
Lord Winchelsea
Cobden
Gamp
Harris
George Bentinck
Disraeli
Hastings
Duke of Buckingham
Lord Wicklow
Lansdowne House
Lord Brougham
House of Savoy
Monopol'ss
England and bread prices amid world food imports
A fragment debating bread pricing and policy as England seeks equality with the world in food imports. The language notes a stance against labeling bread as cheap while exploring the nature price and national affordability.
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England
Public Railway Bill Furore Shows Committee Power and Interests
A heated Commons confrontation over the Glasgow Dumfries and Carlisle line and the Caledonian Company reveals clashes between committees, personal interests, and lobbying. The dispute centers on which line should be the trunk route, with votes, reversals, and accusations of canvassing, bribery, and private influence fueling a bitter debate and tense gallery divisions.
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House of Commons
Glasgow
Dumfries
Caledonian
Branchea, &c
Caledonian Company
William Clay
Carlisle
Agate
Vetein
Great Western
Birmingham
Patrick Stuart
James Stuar
Mr. Hume
Ward
M. Edward Ellice
St Andrew's
Barnsley
Sheffield and Manchester
Fluuse c Commons
Beck
Jaree
Debate on the Coercion Bill and Irish policy
A London newspaper surveys Lord John Russell and Disraeli speeches on the Coercion Bill. It praises Russell for defending Irish policy, critiques party loyalties, and notes Disraeli’s defence of Lord George Bentinck. The piece questions liberal consistency and anticipates the upcoming division.
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John Russell
Liberal Party
Robert Peel
Liberace
Ireland
O'Connell
House of Commons
England
Cheshem Place
Times
Disraeli
John Russe
George Bentinck
Mr.Canning
Pitt
Fox
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