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CSO/RP/1825/1731

Letter from Berry Norris, [post master], Lurga, Mohill, County Leitrim, to William H Gregory, Under Secretary of Ireland, Dublin Castle, requesting to learn if Irish copper coinage will continue in circulation after the 5th January 1826 [when the Irish currency is assimilated with the British] and at what value against the English shilling. Also letter from Norris to Henry Goulburn, Chief Secretary, Dublin Castle, reiterating his plea for information over the continuation of Irish copper money in use. Observes local shopkeepers have engaged in speculation on the currency in expectation of ‘making a profit of 8⅓ p[er] cent’. Seeks direction on the subject in order to obviate public confusion.

15 Dec 1825-3 Jan 1826

1826

CSO/RP/1825/1732

Letter from Henry Watson, mayor of Limerick, Exchange, Limerick, County Limerick, to Henry Goulburn, Chief Secretary, Dublin Castle, requesting an extension of time to carry on the exchange of old Irish bank tokens for new British currency [Irish currency is due for assimilation with the British by 5th January 1826 under the Currency Act]. Points out that several hundred people are still in need of having money exchanged and he has been informed by the collector a further issue of £3,500 ‘in shillings and six pences’ may satisfy the demand.

16 Dec 1825

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1733

Letter from John Leland Maquay, deputy governor, Bank of Ireland, [College Green, Dublin], to Henry Goulburn, Chief Secretary, Dublin Castle, asking if the bank should issue the new [British] copper currency in Ireland in advance of the proclamation. He notes the 'Public feel very uneasy' on the question and hopes his intended action will help resolve the tension.

3 Dec 1825

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1734

Letter from Alderman Frederick Darley, [chief magistrate, head office of police, Dublin], to Henry Goulburn, Chief Secretary, Dublin Castle, recommending his son, Frederick Darley Jr, as successor to Francis Johnston, architect and inspector of civil buildings with the Board of Works. Stresses he is well qualified for the post and served his apprenticeship under Johnston prior to having commenced employment with the board. More recently, he adds, he acted on his own account contributing to the design of a number of public and private buildings.

29 Dec 1825

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1735

Petition of the Presbyterian congregation of Dunmurry, County Antrim, to Richard Wellesley, 1st Marquis Wellesley, Lord Lieutenant, Dublin Castle, requesting they be promoted to the status of first class with respect to the payment of the royal bounty or regium donum. Claims at the period of the increase of the bounty in 1803, they were served by ‘a very indolent & careless Minister’ whose lack of drive saw them being classified at the lowest class; however, they enthuse, since 1809 they have continued to grow and prosper and now have the able Reverend Henry Montgomery as minister. Signed by William Hunter, clerk of the session, and John M'Cance, chairman; countersigned by George Augustus Chichester, 2nd Marquis of Donegall, and three others.

21 Dec 1825

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1736

Letter from Juliah Whitehill, 17 Boot Lane, Dublin, to Henry Goulburn, Chief Secretary, Dublin Castle, requesting permission to join her husband ‘in his Exile’ or departure from Ireland [likely he was transported for a criminal offence]. States she is aware to date about 60 women have been given the indulgence of travelling with their husbands [primarily to New South Wales in Australia]. [Contains list of names not given in this description.]

30 Dec 1825

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1737

Letter from Augusta Frederica Fitzsimons, widow, 11 York Street, Dublin, to the Chief Secretary’s Office, Dublin Castle, seeking a measure of financial support or inclusion on the concordation list. Refers to several unsuccessful applications for aid to other quarters and reflects on the ill fortune that followed her husband [Edward John Fitzsimons] in his career. Calls attention to the loyal exertions of both her husband and his father [Captain Fitzsimons] who together ‘were of acknowledged service to the Irish administration’. Remarks on her husband’s tenure as inspector of taxes and his contribution to the pro-government ‘[Dublin] Hibernian Journal’ newspaper. [See also description CSO/RP/1825/1519].

27 Dec 1825

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1738

Letter from Alexander Brice, 17 Euston Square, London, to Henry Goulburn, Chief Secretary, Dublin Castle, seeking appointment as successor to Major Alexander Taylor, commissioner for paving [Corporation for Paving, Cleaning and Lighting the streets of Dublin]. In the expected event of Taylor’s retirement from office, he emphasises, he will bring to the role a wealth of professional expertise gained through 20 years experience working in the sector. States his knowledge would enable ‘a great saving’ to be accomplished as well a marked improvement in oversight of practical works and contracts.

27 Dec 1825

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1739

Petition of the gentlemen, clergy and inhabitants of the barony of Erris in County Mayo, to Richard Wellesley, 1st Marquis Wellesley, Lord Lieutenant, Dublin Castle, requesting permission to complete the road running from Castlebar through the barony all the way to the western coast. Indicates that a section of road between the townland of Drum and Elly Bay is awaiting attention, as is a branch from Carn to Broadhaven Bay. They stress the value of having both roads completed since this would open access to the coast and be of considerable public advantage. At Elly Bay, they observe, the ‘King’s Vessels and all others ride at anchor’ and likewise Broadhaven Bay is a key shipping rendezvous and home to the coast guard service. Approval has been given to the proposals, they add, by Alexander Nimmo, civil engineer overseeing public works in the western district. Petition is signed by Major Denis Bingham, magistrate, and 84 others subscribers.

[1825]

1825

CSO/RP/1825/1740

Letter from Reverend Thomas Blakeney, Church of Ireland vicar of Roscommon and jail inspector, County Roscommon, to William H Gregory, Under Secretary of Ireland, Dublin Castle, enclosing a memorial from the inhabitants of the town of Roscommon and vicinity, County Roscommon, to Richard Wellesley, 1st Marquis Wellesley, Lord Lieutenant, Dublin Castle, proposing the Royal Canal be extended to the town of Roscommon. Highlights some of the economic obstacles that place the region at a distinct disadvantage, such as distance from export markets, lack of local industry and few strong landed proprietors. Stresses the immediate advantages of making a line of canal to the town from Richmond harbour in County Longford, which is about 10 miles away. Signed by Blakeney, chairman, and 31 others, 26; 30 June 1822. Also letter from Gregory to Robert Edward King, 1st Viscount Lorton, Rockingham, County Roscommon, acknowledging the memorial and application for aid, 6 July 1822. Also second letter from Blakeney to Gregory, reiterating the need for the continuation of the canal to Roscommon, 21 December 1825. [Contains list of names not given in this description.]

26 Jun 1822-21 Dec 1825

1825