The Commissioners have again to express their great regret that the pay-day has not passed over without the occurrence of several cases of intoxication by members of the Police. The Commissioners have, in the execution of their duty, been compelled to dismiss the individuals guilty of a crime which renders them completely unfit for the…
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The Constables are not to go into public houses at night to order the landlord to close his house, or interfere in any other manner with the management or regulation of the house. If public houses are disorderly, notice is to be given to the Serjeant, who will report the case to the proper authorities.…
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Any man reported for endearvouring to conceal his number, or refusing to shew (sic) or tell it when properly asked, will be dismissed, as such concealment or denial can only be caused by having done something he is ashamed of. Source: Metropolitan Police. Instructions Orders &c. &c.1836. London: W. Clowes & Sons. [I’m on break.…
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The Atlantic’s annual list of Brave Thinkers just came out. I’m in it (and with some pretty impressive company)! Mind you, this doesn’t actually mean I’m a goodthinker… just a brave one.
From the WSJ via the Atlantic: “It was a great mistake to put routine drug offenses into the federal courts,” he told the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday. The Wall Street Journal went on to report Scalia’s belief that the laws forced Congress to enlarge the federal court system, and diminished “the elite quality of the…
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Old Europe on the front:New Europe on the backside: [I’m on break. Regular blogging will resume in February.]
I’ve made a small effort to understand Rugby, since I’m in the UK and Rugby World Cup is going on in New Zealand (who just beat Argentina). Next weekend are the semi-finals. It will be late at night in America (it’s far too early in the morning here in Europe). Here are my rugby rules…
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That’s me in 2011, holding a 1950’s radio and a 19th century lantern. [I’m on break. Regular blogging will resume in February.]
Looks like there may be a little problem with sergeants not keeping order. The Police Serjeants (sic) are again cautioned, that the manner in which they make their patrol, and march their reliefs along the streets, is constantly observed by the Commissioners, and if the Duty is not done strictly according to order, in silence…
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Just flip up the red filter and press the button to stop cars at night! [I’m on break. Regular blogging will resume in February.]