HC Deb 21 November 1837 vol 39 c91

Petitions presented. By CAPTAIN PECHELL, from Brighton, for the speedy passing of two Bills concerning the Extension of Sheriffs Courts, and the Law of Coverture; from the Licensed Victuallers of Brighton, for the repeal of the law which compels them to restore property said to be stolen from their houses.—By an hon. MEMBER, from the Magistrates of Edinburgh, for the reduction of the rate of Postage, and in favour of Mr. R. Hill's plan.—By Sir EDWARD KNATCHBULL, and Messrs. EATON and SHEPPARD. from several places, for the making of Turnpike Roads.—By Mr. WALLACE, from Pollockshaws, for the abolition of Military Flogging.—By Sir A. LEITH HAY, from Leith, for an alteration in the Post-Office Arrangements.