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Newspaper

Weekly Chronicle

Location

London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Jun 28, 1845

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Gauge question divides rails and time on Great Western route

A mid 19th century editorial weighs Broad versus Narrow Gauge in the Rugby to Oxford corridor. It argues the issue is strategic, not technical, noting the Worcester and Wolverhampton line, and disputes the idea that gauge choice must force a one route over another. It contrasts Brunel and Stephenson viewpoints, cites speed, safety, and cost, and asserts both gauges already provide substantial express capability.

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The Death of Mr Somes and Highland Poor Relief Critique

The Times report notes the death of shipowner Joseph Somes and outlines a Highland Caithness case where parish rents and charity fall far short of needs. It cites ministerial testimony showing scant voluntary support, urging a compulsory assessment to fund the poor amid emigration and rising rents, with detailed parish-by-parish figures and rebuttals to critics.

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The Late Duel at Gosport in 1845

Mrs Hawkey writes to the Aorning Post detailing her statement to the coroner’s inquest and challenging the account of the duel between Lieutenants Hawkey and Pym. She asserts Seton issued the challenge, discusses the second shot and responsibility as second, notes the verdict of wilful murder, and signals forthcoming public comment and legal action.

Hawke Mr. Hawkey Lieut Rowles Royal Navy Lieut. Ward Royal Marines Seton Seten Hawkey Pym King’s Terrace Southsea Spain Maparo SECU Marine Finance Minister of Justice Financial Department Jastival Monfesto Charles IV Cadiz Ferdinand VII White France el Heraldo Oribe Logrono Zurbano M. Bresson Madrid Bayonne Bourges Don Carlos Barcelona Paris Ceuta Mannio M. Martinez de la Rosa M Arana Catelonia el Parriguera E’spectador Heraldo Carlos Prurgitss Bois Edomima Dun Caton

Inquest and a Fatal Bar Fight Highlight London Trial

Monday at Guy's Hospital an inquest into James Boxall's death revealed he fought after a bar encounter with William Wallace. Boxall died from bladder rupture after blows to the abdomen in Westminster road. The coroner returned a manslaughter verdict against Wallace.

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