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Newspaper

Weekly Chronicle

Location

London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Mar 29, 1840

Page

3

Mutiny Bills Passed and Privilege Case Heard in Lords

In Parliament, the Mutiny Bill and Marine Mutiny Bill passed after third reading in the House of Lords. The Privilege case on Stockdale v Hansard was reported upon by a Commons committee, and a royal address honoring Lord Seaton’s governorship of Canada was agreed to. The Commons reflected on corn laws petitions and ongoing East affairs, including a motion on the Hanover pension and Levant negotations, with debates on papers and China and Turkey Egypt issues.

House OF Lords Fridat Lord Duncannon Duke of Buckine Yorkshire Dorsetshire Bernal House of Commons Stockdale Hansard Lord Seaton Viscount Melbourne John Canada Duke of WeilixcTon PaxincTon Royal Palaces Hume Royal Parks and Palaces J. Graham Lord Stanley Municipal Corporations England H. Hinve John Russett Hine C.grey IncHam Listhorpe King OF Hanover Humethes Duke of Cumberland Leopold Belgium George the Third Prince Albert J. Russexu St. James's Duchess of Kent Colonel Pricevar J. Russett Mr. Warsurton Agli Lord Worster Hanpey Lis Thorp R. Price Boutmans Turkey Egypt East Entleman Palmerston Russia Ottoman Empire Constantinople Syria Jerusalem Damascus Aleppo Mehemet Ali Lord Palmerston Hamiltton Kilkenny R. Peet China Sir Robert Peel The Levant C. Butter Persia North America America Gatty Kyicut Lord Sanpon Glasgow University Waxtner Admiralty Court M. O'Ferrary High Court of Admiralty of England Embankment OF the Thames Alderman Woop Corporation of London T. Woon Acus Onsy Ludlow

Wordy hints on flattery and deception in Victorian society

The piece comments on con games used to swindle the unwary and cites Adrian as the author of the Autobiography of an English Opium Eater and De Quincey’s Con Sessions. It notes that a Constant Reader should consult fashionable novels for valet duties and suggests asking a servant for guidance. It adds relief that a London florist group has rid themselves of an offending individual.

W. W James Lip C. S A. I.C John Hollins Court of Equity R. Dulop Sunderland R. P.C Salop BF. J C.W Philo-Justitia Thomas Rider Caroline L W. P S Preston T. H Handaside H. E J. F Adrian Mr. de Quincey Fountain Head C.C London Florists

Canada and the Clergy Reserves Triumph in Canada Bill

The Weekly Chronicle lauds Lord Durham for Canada Bill principles and responsible government while noting opposition in Lords over the Clergy Reserves. It praises John Russell's handling and predicts possible rejection of the Clergy Reserves Bill by the Lords, urging caution on church funding and land distribution.

Lord Durham Canada England Lord John Russell Poulett Thomson John Russell Upper Canada Houses of Lords and Commons Commons Robert Inglis Canterbury Church of England London Lord Ellenborough

The Duke of Sussex and the Tory Press

A lengthy critique of the Duke of Sussex and allied Tory press attacks over his marriage and independence. The piece denounces hypocrisy in public morality debates, accuses the Spectator and other Tory-aligned papers of hostility, and defends the Duke's stance against clerical critics while noting potential royal financial arrangements. It also touches on international events and a sharp aside on contemporary journalism.

Duke of Sussex Friends of Religious Freedom Duke of Sussex Duke Cecilia Underwood Robert Peel William the Fourth Adelaide Windsor Ernest of Hanover Philpotts M‘neile Robert Inglis

The Duke of Sussex Stands Against Calumny and Contempt

The passage defends the Duke of Sussex for championing civil and religious liberty, urging practical implementation of theories. It notes misrepresentation, calumny, and social ostracism he faced, yet asserts his firmness and sincerity as the test he passed, meriting respect and gratitude despite hostile opposition.

Duke of Sussex

Theory and Practice or Freedom of Election and Loss of Place

A critical discussion on Mr Foot’s dismissal as Solicitor to the Ordnance at Devonport, examining coercion in voting, political influence, and the need to curb private and public intimidation in elections. The piece criticizes government power, Palmerston’s stance, and the impact on civil liberty and conscience.

Weekly Chronicle M.P Greenacre Miss Brown Chronicle Spectator Court Gazette Malvolio Lord Melbourne Mr. Stanley Grosvenor Crescent Foot Ordnance Devonport House of Commons Dawson Admiralty Hussey Vivian Board of Ordnance Lord Palmerston

Lord Stanleys Registration Bill in Ireland Sparks Debate

The Irish registration plan by Lord Stanley provokes strong Tory support and Liberal critique. The article notes MPs from both sides questioning the six month rule and the potential to shrink large constituencies, with the bill facing lengthy committee debates and expected rejection or drastic changes.

Lord Stanley Ireland Ltheley Lord Derby Sar Ofdale Seong England Lord Stapjey Bill Morning Chronicle Egypt Rome

Rejected motion on King of Hanover pension bill amid House division

The King of Hanover pension bill faced Friday defeat with 63 in favor and 76 against in the Commons. Ministers aided by the Orange Grand Master kept the Tory benches relatively quiet, amid sharp critiques of King Ernest and electoral manipulation comments. The piece hints at forthcoming Tory press reactions and political theater surrounding the pension dispute.

Mr. Hume Hanover House of Commons Orange Grand Master House of Comms Loch Stanley Ernest Sibthorpe Hamver

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