Extraordinary Charge of Robbery Against the Baroness St Merz
At Merslebeve police court the reexamination of Baroness St Merz formerly Miss Todhunter unfolds amid crowded benches and noted spectators. Sir John Hare testifies about rings alleged stolen from him and the Baron's romantic associations, with cross examinations and pledges discussed. The case remains unsettled as the Baroness is remanded to next Tuesday with bail set, while a theft at the court draws attention.
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Merslebeve
St. Merz
Misa Todhunter
Broughton
John
William Lennox
Lord Montfort
Clarion
Mr. Broughton
Fell
Sir John Hare
Sir John
Flesy
Mr. Ballantine
Ballantine
Bristol
Bars
London
Regent's Park
Beulah Spa
Paris
Englard
Mr.Ballantine
Boulogne
England
Missey
Mr. Allantine
Thayer Street
Countesas
Tieft
Ennington
Byre Park Square
Blisaett
Mr. Pennington
Bentinck Street
Fieay
Eliza Raszell
Bath
Eliza Rastell
Mr. Boyce
Mary
Anne Turner
Gloucester Place
Countes
Sir John’s Wood
Newgate
Graves
Bryce
Russell
Wilson
Gower Street
Lofts
Tom
Serjeant
Hockerday
Hallantine
Smeone
Wae
Clarkson
Fleay
Jobo
John Bare
John Hare
Baron
Taxation and trade reform urged by Liverpool association
The Liverpool Financial Reformers publish a critique of various taxes on goods including sugar, wine, timber, soap, candles, and bread, arguing they harm the poor and raise living costs. They cite Porter and call for reduced duties, especially on essentials, to ease unemployment and improve social conditions. The article also notes Royal Academy associates and a Russian steamer launch, reflecting broader arts and industry topics.
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Sccar and Morisses
Association
England
Wales
France
United Kingdom
Ont
Provence
Lancuedoc
Medoc
Ofuty
Timper
Porter
Liz
Correy
Post
Uoxsz
Cannes
TatLow
Forlorn Readers and Legal Notices From The Week
A dense sample of reader inquiries and legal notices spans debt, divorce, custody, contracts, and property disputes. Advice addresses deposits, forfeit, attachments, and executor searches, with references to British offices, magistrates, and probate procedures. Contains names, places, and dates common to a period newspaper.
Paris election prospects in London Chronicle notice 125
The article analyzes French presidential hopes amid party alignments. It notes Napoleon and Cavaignac gaining support while Legitimists withdraw. It cites The Constitutionnel, Nasjonal, Debats, and Bishop of Orleans backing Cavaignac, with Provence reports improving but fate of France still uncertain.
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Napoleon
Cavaignac
Monsieur Thiers
Constitutionnel
Nasional
de la Rochejaquelin
M. de la Rochejaquelin
General Bugeaud
Cavaigiac
Orleans
Mons. Lamartine
Provence
France
City Medical Officer and His Sanitary Measures
The piece censures delayed action by City Medical Officer Simon on sanitary reports. It cites reliance on ten Union Surgeons, argues against futile inquiries, notes objections from parochial authorities, and warns that hesitation amid a cholera threat harms public health. It praises Simon’s credentials but questions sincerity and effectiveness.
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Simon
Air. Simon
Harrison
Hnd
Sewer Action Urged As Cholera Rages In City
The weekly death toll from scarlet fever typhus cholera and email pox runs high with 296 or 179 above average. The piece urges immediate sewer construction and drainage cleansing at Mayhews buildings Eaton street and Bethnal Green and Peckham asylum. It attacks city officials for inaction and praises Mr Simon if he pushes cleansing rather than debate.
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Scarlatina
Ieaa
Mayhew
Wyndhaw Road
Eaton Street
New Cut
Lambeth
Collingwood Street
Bethnal Green
Bnsi‘c
Peckham
San
Himseil
Uico
Simon
Cardigan insult row prompts call for enquiry
The article argues Lord Cardigan insulted a private and his conduct provoked resentment. It urges a formal inquiry into the affair, suggesting a reprimand if facts accord, while praising his general abilities but condemning his discourteous treatment of subordinates and calling for accountability within the guards.
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Hija
Barab
Lord Cardigan
Rentlemen
Kcuwe
Lord Ashley Talks Emigration With London Thieves
Lord Ashley met with thieves in Blue Anchor Yard and at the Trish Free School, seeking reform through emigration. Jackson arranged the gathering where seven dozen criminals listened as Ashley urged forsaking crime for a honest colony life, praising potential moral and social improvement.
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Lord Ashley
House of Commons
Pest
Penn Cid
Todians
Felone
Nolses
Una
Sirena Eocom
Jackson
Mr. Jackson
Blue Anchor Yard
Trish Free School
Heart of Theas
Witneases
Theas
Mayors at a Premium in Civic Elections
The Oxford Journal reports a pattern where mayoral offices attract reluctant volunteers. Councils struggle to fill civic chairs as aldermen decline due to health, domestic reasons, or a desire to avoid civic duties. The piece cites Oxford's chaotic election as illustrative, noting a general unease with municipal systems and calls for reform.
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Onty
Eoumea
Oxford Journal
Thorp
Curtius
Anne
Bruer
Lord Cardigan in New Parliament Row Over Ness Arrest
The article reports a clash between Lord Cardigan and Hon Gerard Ness member for Rutland over alleged treatment of Ness. Ness faced arrest for absenting himself from Parliament with a court of enquiry sought after harsh actions by district authorities. The piece reflects constitutional rights and ongoing tension in the case.
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Lord Cardigan
Gerard Ness
Rutland
Injustice to Convicts The Case of Barber
The article recounts the 1844 conviction of Mr. W. H. Barber for being an accessory before the fact in a will forgery. He was transported for life, later left the country, and new discoveries have prompted Home Office review. Sir George Grey may advise a free pardon to restore him, reflecting a trend of exculpating convicts after new information.
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Dulwich
Hampton Court
Duke of Kent
George
Sandwich
A. H.R
Liverpool
Wakefield
Hia
Amicus Irelando
Lima Regis
York
Germany
Lyon
Hythe
Birmingham
Palace Court
Dieppe
J/ pou sr
D. C
Dorchester
Soho
Wye
Yentral
London
Gravesend
Lords of the Admiralty
Setsy
Finsbury
Jurgess
Hull
Messerhauser
Bretsenhauser
Miexsen
Howwer
Fish Street
Strand
Barbera
Delta
Shoreditch
J. M
Fleet Street
Oxford
M. L
Somerset
Telena Baths
John Street
Chi
Tambeth
Pimlico
Honiton
M. G
Walsall
Joseph
Pentonville
Burslem
J.C
Paddington
Rachel Carlisley
Stanward
Yorkshire
T. WP
Exeter
Whittingtonian
Lamb's Conduit Street
Afr. B
England
Q.C
W. W
Doctor's Commons
Rochester
W. H. Barber
Central Criminal Court
Emma Slack
Barber
George Grey
Her
Home Office
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