John Ivory

 

THE NOTTINGHAM ORDINANCE

Enacted by the Secretary of State for the Interior

S.E. 1760

 

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WHEREAS, the so-called ”Nottingham Company” has a history of disturbing the peace, destroying the public order, banditry, extortion, bribery, and other criminal mischief and violations.

 

WHEREAS, the so-called ”Nottingham Company” was declared a terrorist organization, dissolved, and banished from the Imperial State by our predecessors.

 

WHEREAS, it is the duty of the Secretary of State for the Interior “to manage policing, law enforcement and the safekeeping of the Emperor’s peace within the Crown’s direct dominions.” (ORC 601.064)

 

BE IT ENACTED, that the so-called ”Nottingham Company” is reaffirmed as a terrorist organisation, dissolved, and banished from the Crown’s direct dominions, with concurrence from the Crown of Haense.

 

BE IT ENACTED, that active membership of, as well as counsel and aid to, the so-called ”Nottingham Company” shall be considered an an act of treason (see ORC 204.01), punishable with death by hanging.

 

THE GOLEM ORDINANCE

Enacted by the Secretary of State for the Interior

G.T. 1760

 

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WHEREAS, the Senior Senator of Kaedrin was attacked and mortally wounded by a magical construct while departing Varoche Hall after the adjournment of its session.

 

WHEREAS, it is the duty of the Secretary of State for the Interior “to manage policing, law enforcement and the safekeeping of the Emperor’s peace within the Crown’s direct dominions.” (ORC 601.064)

 

BE IT ENACTED, that all constructs created by magical means, especially those included under such categorization in the Oren Revised Code (e.g. 303.030), are banned from the Imperial City of Helena.

 

BE IT ENACTED, that all ologs, deemed monstrous in form, are banned from the Imperial City of Helena.

 

BE IT ENACTED, that violators of this ordinance shall be charged with Disturbing the Peace (e.g. 207.05).

((Excellent post and an enjoyment to read.))

Update. 12 Sun’s Smile 1759.

+ Hired Dr. Mayan Avern (TheRainbowRoyal) as Practitioner-General

+ Added Lord Mayor Alexandra Carrington (peachcool) as Lord Mayor of Helena

EDICT OF SUCCESSION

 

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1st of Tobias’ Bounty, 1759

 

Whereas in it is the desire of His Imperial Majesty to at last settle the succession of the throne upon his rightful heirs. For this purpose, His Imperial Majesty has enacted the Edict of Succession of 1759. 

 

With the birth of a healthy son to the union of the Princess Imperial and the Duke of Helena, let all doubt as to the rightful line of succession be dispelled. The Princess Imperial shall be confirmed by law as His Imperial Majesty’s heir of the body. The Duke of Helena, as befits the station of His Imperial Majesty’s son-by-law, shall hence be afforded the full privileges of a member of the Imperial household. 

 

PROVISION I: On the succession

 

1. That Her Imperial Highness the Princess Imperial, in accordance with all laws of natural primogeniture and inheritance, is affirmed in all ways as His Imperial Majesty’s heir and successor.
2. That the succession of the throne of the Holy Orenian Empire, and all its dominions and subsidiaries, be due to HIH The Princess Imperial as regnant Holy Orenian Empress, and from thereafter, her legitimate descendants.
3. That the succession of the throne be henceforth confined to HIH The Princess Imperial’s legitimate descendants under the basis of a system of male-preference primogeniture, failing that, to HIH Princess Lorena and her legitimate descendants, also under the basis of a system of male-preference primogeniture.  
4. That the terms of succession enacted by this first provision of this decree be rendered null should His Imperial Majesty Peter III thereafter this resolution produce a legitimate male heir of the body. 

 

PROVISION II: On the House of Novellen

 

1. That the descendants of the union of HIH The Princess Imperial and Joseph Clement de Sarkozy are known as the House of Novellen, in reference to Novellen Palace. 
2. That the arms for the House of Novellen are established as the Eye of Providence atop the Aurelian cross quartered with the crowned white eagle of the House de Sarkozy. 

 

PROVISION III: On stylings

 

1. That thereafter the proclamation of this decree, by virtue of his marital union to HIH The Princess Imperial, Joseph Clement de Sarkozy be entitled to the style of Prince of the Holy Orenian Empire and the styling of His Imperial Highness, and that he be extended all such privileges of a member of the Imperial family, and that his rank as Duke of Helena be affirmed for all time.
2. That, in the event of the succession of HIH The Princess Imperial to the throne of the Holy Orenian Empire as Holy Orenian Empress, her husband HIH The Duke of Helena shall be styled Holy Orenian Emperor by virtue of the principle of jure uxoris, and that these arrangements designate them co-rulers.

 

Issued and proclaimed,

HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY, Peter III Anthony, Holy Orenian Emperor, King of Curon, Renatus, Salvus, and Seventis, King-Elect of Kaedrin, Prince of Malinor, Protector of the Heartlanders, Highlanders, and Farfolk, etcetera.

THE IMPERIAL EMPLOYMENT REGISTRY

 

SECRETARIAT: Joseph Clement Novellen [Hunwald#8932]

 

YEAR: 1760-1762

 

EMPLOYER? MAIL ENTRIES HERE.

 

CURON:

 

Assistant Undersecretary for Curon – Public – Salary: More than one hundred minas

The Assistant Undersecretary of Curon is a position within the Home Office charged with assisting the Secretary of the Interior in overseeing the administration of the Province of Curon. To this end, the Assistant Undersecretary is to be a resident of the province with the capability of travel between Curon and Helena. The Assistant Undersecretary shall aid the requisite elected bodies of the province as well as the Crown appointed Governor-General in their duties. These duties may include liaison work, the acquisition of necessary materials and manpower, and more.

Manager: Joseph Clement Novellen / Hunwald / Hunwald#8932

 

HAENSE:

 

Tavernkeep – Private – Salary: Barkeeps earn half the value for every drink they sell. In one of the busiest cities on Oren, this can quickly add up to a very good wage.

Barkeeps in Haense serve food drinks, and let rooms to travellers and citizens of Hanseti-Ruska, in the crown-owned tavern 'The Crow's Hearth'.

Manager: Vorion Sturmholm / Erilobar / Erilobar#6916

 

HELENA:

 

Practitioner-General – Public – Salary: Self-funded

The Imperial Practitioner-General, known by the shorthand Practitioner-General, is a permanent public servant within the Home Office, established by the Medical Validation Act 1738. He is charged with the oversight, regulation, and research of matters of a medical nature within the Empire. The Practitioner-General is charged with the auditing and accreditation of clinics, apothecaries, and hospitals. He may staff his office, which is self-funded, at his pleasure.

Manager: Joseph Clement Novellen / Hunwald/ Hunwald#8932

 

Secretariat of the Imperial Office of Employment Opportunities – Public – Salary: More than one hundred minas

The Secretariat of the Imperial Office of Employment Opportunities, known shorthand as the Employment Secretariat, is the second permanent public servant within the Home Office, established by the Imperial Employment Opportunities Act 1743. He holds responsibility for the Imperial Employment Registry, a bi-annual gazette advertising employment opportunities throughout the four provinces of the Empire. To this end, the Employment Secretariat will often be in contact with provincial stewardry. 

Manager: Joseph Clement Novellen / Hunwald / Hunwald#8932

 

Imperial Trading Co. Merchant – Private – Salary: Less than one hundred minas

Merchants will be assigned stalls to operate. There are stalls in many different cities, so they must be willing to work far from home. Once assigned, they will receive supplies to market there. Prices will be given as a guideline; they may change them if necessary. They will give a report of sales annually, at which time they will receive pay and more supplies.
Manager: Sylvester Voronov / proskiier722 / proskiier722#9250

 

Psychologist – Private – Salary: Depends on what type of problem you are dealing with.

Feeling gloomy? Perhaps hearing voices? Sounds like you need therapy.

Manager: Serana Theodocci / Hephqestus / Hephqestus#8435

 

KAEDRIN:

 

Farmhand – Public – Salary: Room and board provided. Financial compensation depending on work quality with advancement opportunities.

Need able bodied men to aide in agricultural pursuits in the Cathalon Valley. Room and board provided.

Manager: Prince Henry Frederick Helvets / u000893 / Fishy#7948

 

Assistant Undersecretary for Kaedrin – Public – More than one hundred minas

The Assistant Undersecretary of Kaedrin is a position within the Home Office charged with assisting the Secretary of the Interior in overseeing the administration of the Province of Kaedrin. To this end, the Assistant Undersecretary is to be a resident of the province with the capability of travel between Kaedrin and Helena. The Assistant Undersecretary shall aid the requisite elected bodies of the province as well as the Crown appointed Governor-General in their duties. These duties may include liaison work, the acquisition of necessary materials and manpower, and more. 

Manager: Joseph Clement Novellen / Hunwald / Hunwald#8932

The Duke of Helena posts a public letter.

 

TO WHOMEVER IT MAY CONCERN,

 

The Imperial Association of Saint Pontiff Everard IV, otherwise known as the Association of Solicitors, Historians, and Philosophers, has expressed its wish that a debate of ideas in a public forum be held on these and other topics. The pamphleteer(s) known as ”Young Canonists of Oren Foundation” are implored to disclose their identities that this might come to fruition.

 

May it lead to further examination of the truth and Statecraft.

 

CHANCELLOR JOSEPH CLEMENT OF THE HOUSE OF NOVELLEN AND VIDENZ

The Duke of Helena readies his finest hat to wear in attendance. 

 

@Ivorey

THE FIRST CONVOCATION OF THE IMPERIAL ASSOCIATION OF SAINT PONTIFF EVERARD IV

 

 

Letters are dispatched throughout the country, delivered by couriers of the Imperial Post.

 

”TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN,

 

You are hereby cordially invited to the inaugural convocation of the Imperial Association of Saint Everard IV. With due pomp and ceremony, tokens of office will be distributed to all members. Let us pray to the Lord our God for an evening of edification and fraternity.

 

To be held on the 15^th of Sun’s Smile of this year within the ballroom of Novellen Palace. Wine and spirits provided.

 

YOUR BROTHER,

THE DUKE OF HELENA SSE

CHANCELLOR OF THE IMPERIAL EVERARDINE COLLEGE”

 

 

THE IMPERIAL ASSOCIATION OF SAINT PONTIFF EVERARD IV

 

 

The IMPERIAL ASSOCIATION OF SAINT PONTIFF EVERARD IV, or the ASSOCIATION OF SOLICITORS, HISTORIANS, AND PHILOSOPHERS, is the governing body of lawyers, educators, and authors throughout the Holy Orenian Empire, given responsibility in certifying solicitors, attorneys, and professors of history and law. All members of the association are recognized by the traditional ‘SSE’ after their names, a relic of the ancient Society of Saint Everard from which the association claims descent from. Founded by the scholar-king Edward von Herendul in 1485, they were originally tasked in preventing the loss of history following the chaotic falls of the Chivay and Carrion regimes, where pogroms against rival faiths and peoples led to mass destruction. Book burnings, killing of learned men, and the destruction of ancient relics were commonplace, and even after, the conflicting ambitions of humanity has led to countless tragedies in the wanton chaos.

 

Founding Members

Edward von Herendul - 1485

Paul de Monteforte - 1487

St Otto Heinzreich - 1487

Lucius Tython - 1487

Fabian Virosi - 1487

 

The association takes it name from doubly the ancient Saint Everard, a stalwart defender of the Church and learning from the luddite Sheffield monarchy, and the more modern Saint Pontiff Everard IV, champion of learning and erudite thinking. 

 

 

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THE COMMITTEE OF EDUCATORS AND HISTORIANS, or the Imperial Historical Committee, is the group of individuals certified as legal educators and historians to the study, preservation, and teaching of human history and learning. The Director of the Department of Civil Affairs acts as sitting President of the Committee of Educators and Historians, and is given the power to induct new members in the committee.

 

Members of the Committee of Educators and Historians are noted by a Doctorate in their specific field of research (Ph.D.).

 

Members of the Committee of Educators and Historians:

• PRESIDENT | Mr. Edward Napier, Ph.D. SSE (Medicine) [Harren]

• Rev. Simon Basrid, Ph.D. SSE (Rhenyari Studies) [dibbo9]

• Rev. Otto of Haense, Ph.D. M.D. SSE (Haeseni Studies) [yopplwasupxxx]

• Mr. Edmund Myre, Ph.D. SSE (Political Theory) [Boiendl]

• Mr. Urrigon Drumm, Ph.D. SSE (Orenian Studies) [Scipp3r]

• Mrs. Vivaca Rutledge, Ph.D SSE (Parliamentary Procedure) [OhGodItsKathy]

 

 

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THE COMMITTEE OF SOLICITORS, or the Imperial Bar Committee, is the group of individuals certified as legal solicitors within the realm, able to coordinate court sessions and actively prosecute or defend cases in court trials. The Solicitor-General acts as sitting President of the Committee of Solicitors, and is given power to induct new members into the committee.

 

Members of the Committee of Solicitors are noted by a Doctorate in Judicial Studies (J.D.).

 

Members of the Committee of Solicitors:

• PRESIDENT | Mr. Henrik Larson J.D. SSE

• Mr. Edmund Myre J.D. SSE

• Lauritz H. Christiansen J.D. SSE

• The Hon. Amadeus Ashford d’Aryn J.D. SSE

• The Hon. Farooq Gray J.D. SSE

• Mr. Joseph Adler J.D. SSE

• The Hon. Basileus Baelius J.D. SSE

• Mr. Edward Selm J.D. SSE

• Mr. René FitzPeter J.D. SSE

• Mr. Godwin de Aurdan J.D. SSE

• Mr. Olivier Halcourt J.D. SSE

 

 

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THE COMMITTEE OF PHILOSOPHERS or the Imperial Cleric Committee, is the group of individuals certified as legal philosphers and religious thinkers to the study and teaching of Canonist doctrine and dogma, as well as the interpretation of religious law. The High Pontiff of the Church acts as the sitting President of the Committee of Philosophers, and is given the power to induct new members in the committee.

 

Members of the Committee of Philosophers are noted by a Masters in Divinity (M.D.).

 

Members of the Committee of Philosophers:

• PRESIDENT | James II, High Pontiff,M.D. SSE

• Rev. Otto of Haense M.D. SSE

 

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THE HONORED DEAD

 

Members of the Committee of Educators and Historians:

• Sir Terrence May, Ph.D SSE (Haeseni Studies) (1692-1779)

 

Members of the Committee of Solicitors:

• Sir Frederick Armas J.D. SSE (1687-1781)

• Sir Terrence May J.D. SSE (1692-1779)

• The Duke of Sunholdt J.D. SSE (?-1781)

• The Hon. John Huss J.D. SSE (?)

• The Hon. Jasper Cardinal Renzfeld J.D. SSE (?)

• The Hon. Fiske Vanir J.D. SSE (?)

• Sir Charles Napier J.D. SSE (?)

• Sir Konrad Stafyr J.D. SSE (1701-1779)

• The Archbishop of Albarosa J.D. SSE (?)

• The Hon. Eugene Bracchus J.D. SSE (?)

• The Hon. Armande de Falstaff J.D. SSE (?)

 

THE ORDINANCES OF 1757

Enacted by the Helena Livery Board.

S.S. 1757

 

MEMBERS PRESENT:

Cpt. Peter B. d’Arkent, Lord Mayor of the City of Helena

Col. Alren DeNurem, Commander of the 1^st Brigade Helena Regulars

Friedrich Carrington, District Attorney of the City of Helena

Rct. Elene Elessar, Liveryman

 

MEMBERS ABSENT:

Red Roger, Clerk of the City of Helena

 

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ACT I.

CAMPAIGN POSTERS

Introduced by Secretary Videnz-Novellen.

 

In response to several dozens of complaints filed following the inordinate amount of campaign posters used in Helena in the last national elections, this proposal shall limit the number of campaign posters a candidate may use within city limits to five (5). Campaign posters may not be attached to public buildings, and require the prior permission of the owner of a private property. Violation of this ordinance will be defined a Class E infringement of the Imperial Lawbook.

 

PASSED 4-0.

 

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ACT II.

LAKE TOWN ACT

Introduced by Liveryman Elessar.

 

The purpose of this act is to establish expand the island which currently constitutes Helena, the Capital of Oren, for purposes of urban growth. If ratified construction shall begin as soon as possible on the new city expansion.

 

PASSED 3-1.

 

 

A LAYMAN’S STUDY OF THE CONSTITUTION

OR;

A FAITHFUL DEFENSE OF THE IMPERIAL SENATE

 

Published in the Daily Gazette, Helena. Vol I, Ed. I. Spring 1757.

 

@Draeris

 

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The educated daily reader of our nation’s papers may with some regret recount what vitriol has occupied the headlines as of late, chief among these being T-- H----- O- ELE------, published by T-- YOU-- CAN------ O- OR-- FOUN------. Any good constitutionalist revolts from the libelous accusations made of our Senators, our Constitution, and our Crown made therein.

 

It is the opinion of your humble writer that these accusations come chief most from a lack of education. While to a zealous youth it should come with ease to make use of such pejoratives as HERESY, BUREAUCRAT, or “IBLEESIAN,” age is the greatest teacher. A conservative prudence may be deployed, with great care placed towards sober treatment of the Constitution. These virtues are best found in the middle aged man.

 

This paper, to be published serially, endeavors a scientific study of the Constitution of Oren. A particular interest shall be placed in the LEGISLATURE, known colloquially as the Senate.

 

As an aid to the faithful reader, citations have been provided where necessary to identify relevant documents.

 

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In the year of our Lord God 1731, the great houses of the realm elected to establish Adrian de Sarkozy as their Lord Protector. The abnormal death and later scandal surrounding Alexander I’s lineage prompted the convention; the Lord-Regent Duke Sunholdt KCHE (then John d’Balain) confirmed this election, and thus our country was placed under Interregnum. In the PROCLAMATION OF IMPERIAL INTERREGNUM, signed by all the great houses of the realm, the powers of the Lord-Regent were transferred to the Lord Protector, and thus the Crown prerogative.

 

It is the opinion of some that the Edict of Establishment apparently loses its legitimacy because it was promulgated by a LORD PROTECTOR, and not an EMPEROR. Using our knowledge of the history just recounted, we may dismiss this falsehood with ease. While Adrian de Sarkozy did not wear a crown, he held in his power the Crown prerogative granted him by his office, and thus the right to promulgate edicts of law holding mandate over the Empire.

 

We may find additional transcripts, treaties, and other Constitutional edicts promulgated by the Lord Protector. Curiously the legitimacy of these are not attacked by some in the papers.

 

Is the Senate a self-sustaining institution, existing of its own will? Secondly, can the Senate pass acts of legislation without the assent (and thus willful promulgation) of the Crown? Thirdly, can the Senate appoint Councilors of State, and Justices of the Courts?

 

If the answer to any of these questions is NO, then the accusations of some fall apart.

 

According to the Edict of Establishment, the Imperial Senate “shall sit in perpetuity, until such time as its prorogation by the Crown.” This cycle of convention and prorogation are known as SESSIONS. The basic rules of philosophy would teach us that no being which exists only by the will of a higher being has self-sustaining being of its own. Therefore, we answer no. The Senate is a body which exists for and by the Crown’s own will.

 

Secondly, some would believe that acts of legislation are passed and promulgated by the Senate alone. They identify acts which provide elves the rights of an Imperial citizen, and acts which provide rights to certain intelligent non-persons as evidence to this.

 

The Edict of Establishment would prove this accusation as plainly untrue. The Crown “as the final actor in the Imperial Diet and the executive, formally approves bills that have passed through their respective chambers in a process known as imperial assent.” It is the prerogative of the Crown to provide assent or to withhold assent from any bill which it pleases. When granted assent “a bill becomes an act of law.” We may thus conclude that any Act of the Senate is not promulgated by the Senate of its lonesome, but instead by the mandate of the Crown. To the dismay of some this includes the granting of certain rights to the Anurian species. . .

 

Thirdly, the papers have claimed that the Senate has the power to appoint Councilors of State and Justices of the Court without mandate. In our Constitution, who has the power of appointment and nomination?

 

We may look to the Edict of Establishment and to the Judiciary Act 1740 for the answer.

 

Firstly, the process for appointment of Councilors of State is detailed twice within the Edict of Establishment.

 

“The Crown appoints both the Archchancellor and the Vice Chancellor unilaterally, as part of the Imperial prerogative, and these offices serve as the chiefs of the executive Council of State. To appoint the other members of the Council of State (i.e the respective secretaries who head their departments) the Archchancellor and Vice Chancellor give their formal and written advice for candidates to the Crown, who then sends these candidates to the Senate to fulfil their advice and consent role through a Writ of Confirmation, mentioned below.”

 

Additionally, the definition of aforementioned Writ of Confirmation:

 

“Writs of Confirmation, concerning the confirmation by the Senate of the Crown’s appointments on the Council of State or the Supreme Court, in conjunction with their role as a body to provide advice and consent for these appointments.”

 

Nowhere in either of these two passages is it implied that the Imperial Senate may of its own accord appoint Councilors of State. Indeed, the prerogative of appointment lies entirely with the Crown, acting on the advice of the chiefs of the Council of State itself. The Senate’s relationship here to the Crown is one of advice and consent: as the Crown’s own deliberative legislature, it approves and denies appointments chosen by the Crown’s COUNCIL OF STATE. It is their responsibility, ordained by the Crown itself, to do so.

 

Next remains the nomination of justices. The Judiciary Act 1740 defines nomination as such: “The justices of the Circuit Courts, both Western and Eastern, act with the delegated power of the Crown and are thus selected by it with the consultation of the government of each vassal province as well as the advice and consent of the Imperial Senate.” The Crown retains the prerogative of nomination to the Judiciary. These nominees are then given advice and consent by the Senate. To deny the mandate of these justices is thus to defy the Crown itself, may God forbid!

 

As to the purposes of these justices who some would defy, we need look only to the words of Sir Veikko Harjalainen KM: “In cases of law, there will always stand two parties - those who insists upon the violation of the Emperor’s law, and the other who vehemently denies it. A sovereign would always judge as guilty those he accuses. It is therefore a necessity then that there should be a third person to decide this contest; a judge, or magistrate.” This passage is enshrined in Section I of Judiciary Act 1740, assented to and promulgated by His Imperial Majesty himself.

 

It is the opinion of the writer that these claims have been given sufficient treatment and explosion. The Constitution remains unscathed. In the next serial edition of this paper, we shall endeavor to treat loftier ideas: Providence and Government.

 

LORD HELENA

THE LIVERY EDICT, 1756

12 S.E.

 

By order of His Excellency, Joseph Clement Videnz-Novellen, Secretary of State for the Interior.
12 Sigismund’s End, the year of Our Lord 1756.

 

For immediate implementation, the Helena Livery Board shall be hereafter constituted by the following members:

1. The Lord Mayor of the City of Helena, to be given one vote.
   1. The Lord Mayor shall chair sessions of the Livery.
2. The Clerk of the City of Helena, to be given one vote.
3. The Captain of the 1st Brigade of the 1st Regiment, to be given one vote.
4. Two popularly elected representatives, to be given one vote each.
   1. These popularly elected representatives shall be elected to terms of four years, in an election free and open to the public, overseen by the Ministry of the Interior.
   2. In the event a seat of a representative is left vacant by death, incapacitation, or resignation, a by-election to fill the vacancy for the rest of its term shall be held at the discretion of the Ministry of the Interior.
   3. Elections for these offices shall begin in the year of Our Lord 1757, and held in four-year cycles thereafter.

 

A court of law should not assume that the rights and responsibilities of the Helena Livery Board as detailed in Helena Municipal Reformation Edict 1752 are in any way altered by this edict.

The Duke Helena delights in the news, dispatching his good wishes to his friends the newly betrothed!

The Duke Helena receives the subpoena as delivered by carrier, before promptly setting his pen to paper in preparation.

On 2/5/2020 at 9:23 PM, Ivorey said:

Mary Philippa d’Arkent

 

ivorey 

 

23

 

Tailor!

 

On 2/5/2020 at 9:37 PM, loseraaron said:

1. Full Name: Octavia Amelie Vientos
2. ((IGN: )) loseraaron
3. Age: 24
4. Subject of Mastery: Tailoring

 

On 2/6/2020 at 12:57 AM, ShannonLeigh said:

Full Name: Margaret Antonia Helvets

((IGN: ShannonLeigh ))

Age: 18

Subject of Mastery: Tailor

 

On 2/6/2020 at 5:26 AM, Lxve said:

 Full Name:

 Emma Clarke

 

((IGN: ))

((JustMiruna))

 

Age:

20

 

Subject of Mastery:

Tailor

 

On 2/6/2020 at 7:12 AM, oriaxcx said:

1. Full Name: Rosemary Gardiner
2. ((IGN: )) roserrr
3. Age: 16
4. Subject of Mastery: Tailor

 

 

7 hours ago, Retroxetique said:

1. Full Name: Meliora Valour
2. IGN: Lucidiful
3. Age: 19
4. Subject of Mastery: Tailor

The Duke Helena peeks over his sister-in-law’s shoulder as she reviews applications for patronage.

 

“We’ll run out of silks and cloth for the amount of tailors who’ve taken up shop here! A city-wide shortage! Is the Kaedreni cotton enough?”

 

@vesetta

3 hours ago, howard said:

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11 hours ago, Twan said:

POSITION: Staff (Secretary)

NAME: Ivan Ruthern-Batavus

AGE: 27

RACE: Human

SEX: Male

ADDRESS: Kinsway III, Reza,  County of Batavia

((MC NAME:)) TwanVanDijk

((DISCORD:)) twan1070#6986

 

A letter is mailed to Kingsway III, addressed to Ivan.

 

“Dear applicant,

 

You are summoned for an interview with the Secretary of the Interior on the question of your employment. Please make way to Novellen Palace at your convenience. Ask after the Duke Helena.

 

Warm regards,

Ministry of the Interior”

6 hours ago, loseraaron said:

POSITION: Staff (Secretary)

NAME: Octavia Amelie Pruvia 

YEAR OF BIRTH: 1730

RACE: Human

SEX: Female

ADDRESS: Pruvia Manor, Barony of Provins

((MC NAME:)) loseraaron

((DISCORD:)) loseraaron#7357

 

A letter is dispatched towards the Barony of Provins, addressed to Ms. Pruvia.

 

“Dear applicant,

 

You are summoned for an interview with the Secretary of the Interior on the question of your employment. Please make way to Novellen Palace at your convenience. Ask after the Duke Helena.

 

Warm regards,

Ministry of the Interior”

The Duke Helena reads of the address, reflecting on it within his office.

 

“A prolific piece of writing. Enough of these sentiments and the Troubles shall be put to an end by tomorrow’s morn.”

 

 

MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR

Est. 1732

 

The Ministry of the Interior is an administrative department formed below the Council of State, charged with the duties of managing the lands of the Crown as well as all public lands. The head of the department is the Secretary of State for the Interior, often shortened to the Secretary of the Interior, who sits as one of the Great Ministers of the Imperial Cabinet.

 

The Ministry is divided into two sub-departments, these being the Home Office and the Municipalities Office. These will be described in further detail further within this gazette.

 

As one of the preeminent Ministries of the Crown, there are several permanent positions beneath the charge of the Secretary of the Interior, these being mandated either by Acts of the Senate or by Executive Order. Due to this fact, staffing for the Ministry is always in high demand, and the probability of promotion is high.

 

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THE DUTIES OF THE MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR

Prescribed by the Council of State Establishment Edict 1732, hereafter are the responsibilities of the Ministry.

 

• The duty to manage the lands of the Crown as well as all public lands, as both the representative of the government and highest administrator.
• The duty to commission and administer the construction of all public works, including infrastructure projects.
• The duty to oversee housing and property within the Crown’s dominions, including the capital city.
• The duty to manage policing, law enforcement and the safekeeping of the Emperor’s peace within the Crown’s direct dominions. 
• The duty to oversee Imperial cities and all other direct dominions. 
• The duty to administer the Imperial Everardine College, as honorary chancellor. 
• The power to act with the Crown’s commission in the capital city, and to direct its governance in conjunction with the requisite elected bodies, which remain subservient to him. 
• The power to contract architects, labourers and other aides in the completion of infrastructure projects. 
• The power to temporarily manage the property of a deceased, absentee, or unworthy landowner without lawful heir, until the Council of State should choose to reappropriate this property.
• The power to staff his office, the Ministry of the Interior, in such a way as to provide assistance in his duties.

 

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THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR THE INTERIOR

 

The 5^th Secretary of State for the Interior

HIH The Duke of Helena

apt. 8th of Horen’s Calling, 1750

@Hunwald

 

The Secretary of the Interior heads the Ministry, holding sole executive power of its staffing and operation. He sets the policies which the Ministry shall thereafter follow, and organizes greater departmental initiatives, which may include providing direction for the lesser permanent offices beneath his charge. He is appointed by the prerogative of the Archchancellor, with confirmation by the Imperial Senate.

 

Every duty of the Secretary is outlined within the Council of State Establishment Edict 1732, which has been written above. Given the number of these duties, the expansive responsibilities entailed, and the vastness of the lands being the direct dominion of the Crown, staffing of his office with competent bureaucrats is one of his most important roles. No Secretary of the Interior operates alone – this much would require the ability of saints, such as Publius Bracchus.

 

Hereafter are the men who have served diligently as Secretary of State for the Interior:

The First Secretary of State for the Interior, The Baron of Vitzburg.

The Second Secretary of State for the Interior, John-Henry Pruvia.

The Third Secretary of State for the Interior, Joseph Nicephore.

The Fourth Secretary of State for the Interior, Ratibor Ratispora.

The Fifth Secretary of State for the Interior, HIH The Duke of Helena.

 

THE UNDERSECRETARY OF STATE FOR THE INTERIOR

 

The Undersecretary of State for the Interior serves as the Secretary of the Interior’s chief lieutenant. He is charged with overseeing the day-to-day operations of the department. He is delegated all the responsibilities of the Secretary himself, and serves at his pleasure. 

 

In the case of incapacitation of the Secretary of the Interior, the Undersecretary shall assume headship of the entire department, holding interim power until the Council of State should appoint a new Secretary and the Senate confirm him.

 

The current Undersecretary of State for the Interior is: Edmund Myre @Old Man Boiendl

 

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THE HOME OFFICE

 

The Home Office is one of the two sub-departments of the Ministry. This office primarily carries a more expansive role than its sister sub-department. Its duties are wide in scope, ranging from medical practice to assistance in administration of the Crownlands of Curon and Kaedrin. Most activities of these positions are handled outside of the Imperial City of Helena.

 

IMPERIAL PRACTITIONER-GENERAL

 

The Imperial Practitioner-General, known by the shorthand Practitioner-General, is a permanent public servant within the Home Office, established by the Medical Validation Act 1738. He is charged with the oversight, regulation, and research of matters of a medical nature within the Empire. The Practitioner-General is charged with the auditing and accreditation of clinics, apothecaries, and hospitals. He may staff his office, which is self-funded, at his pleasure.

 

As per the Napier-Rutledge Act 1751, the Practitioner-General has the additional responsibility of suggesting a Surgeon-Sergeant of the Senate to the President Pro Tempore when called upon.

 

Hereafter are the duties prescribed to the Imperial Practitioner-General by the Medical Validation Act 1738:

• The Imperial Practitioner-General is responsible for the research and advancement of medicine; whether it be the refining of medicine, developing a new treatment, perfecting medical procedures, etcetera.
• The Imperial Practitioner-General is responsible for the unbiased authorization of safe and authentic clinics or medical shops.  Applicants must pay 50 minae to the office to apply for each attempt authorization; if the application is authorized and then later found to be committing fraudulent medical practices, then they will be punished accordingly.
• The Imperial Practitioner-General is responsible for the standardization and control of controlled or addictive substances, i.e night sap, king’s ivy, opium, shadeleaf, etcetera.

 

The current Imperial Practitioner-General is: Dr. Mayan Avern @TheGayGuardian2

 

SECRETARIAT OF THE IMPERIAL OFFICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

 

The Secretariat of the Imperial Office of Employment Opportunities, known shorthand as the Employment Secretariat, is the second permanent public servant within the Home Office, established by the Imperial Employment Opportunities Act 1743. He holds responsibility for the Imperial Employment Registry, a bi-annual gazette advertising employment opportunities throughout the four provinces of the Empire. To this end, the Employment Secretariat will often be in contact with provincial stewardry. 

 

The Employment Secretariat has the additional responsibility of receiving prayers for employment from the less fortunate, and assigning them to employment where necessary.

 

Hereafter are the duties prescribed to the Secretariat of the Imperial Office of Employment Opportunities by the Imperial Employment Opportunities Act 1743:

• The Imperial Employment Registry shall be established to list all job postings and opportunities of work throughout the entire Holy Orenian Empire.
• The stewards of the several provinces and in the Crownlands shall submit a list of employment opportunities available in their respective lands. The stewards are to update any changes in the job availabilities and must notify the Department of Internal Affairs between every two saint’s week and no less than one saint’s month. 
• The Imperial Employment Registry must list all of the following articles of information to be published: Title of job, location, name of employer, wage ranges, and duration of the labor. 
• The job listing must designate if it is from a provincial-state institution or a privately contracted employment.
• The Imperial Employment Registry shall be regulated by the Department of Internal Affairs. The aforementioned entity shall establish and supervise a secretariat to scrutinize on the organization of the registry to be called The Imperial Office of Employment Opportunities.
• The following are prohibited from being posted to the Imperial Registry of Employment: Forms of slavery, promiscuous and deviant labor, bounties for capture/execution, labor and industries not within the Holy Orenian Empire that do not have writs of permit 
• The Imperial Office of Employment Opportunities shall have final discretion on the approval or denial of job posting petitions. However, appeals to their decisions may be made to the Imperial Senate with the sponsorship of two senators.

 

The current Secretariat of the Imperial Office of Employment Opportunities is: Edward Williams @sergisala

 

VICE UNDERSECRETARY OF THE NORTHERN DEPARTMENT

 

The Vice Undersecretary of the Northern Department is a position within the Home Office charged with assisting the Secretary of the Interior in overseeing ministry works within the Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska and the Province of Northland. To this end, the Assistant Undersecretary is to be a resident of the department with the capability of travel between it and Helena. The Vice Undersecretary shall aid the requisite elected and executive bodies of the department in the discharge of their duties. These duties may include liaison work, the acquisition of necessary materials and manpower, and more. 

 

The Vice Undersecretary shall report to the Secretary of the Interior to deliver a bi-annual report of events within their department.

 

The current Vice Undersecretary of the Western Department is: Angelika Vanir @AnonymousFalls

 

VICE UNDERSECRETARY OF THE EASTERN DEPARTMENT

 

The Vice Undersecretary of the Eastern Department is a position within the Home Office charged with assisting the Secretary of the Interior in overseeing the administration of the Province of Kaedrin and the Northeast Territories. To this end, the Assistant Undersecretary is to be a permanent resident of the province and territories with the capability of travel between them and Helena. The Assistant Undersecretary shall aid the requisite elected bodies of the department as well as the Crown appointed Governor-Generals or Lord-Lieutenants in their duties. These duties may include liaison work, the acquisition of necessary materials and manpower, and more. 

 

The Vice Undersecretary shall report to the Secretary of the Interior to deliver a bi-annual report of events within their department.

 

The current Vice Undersecretary of the Eastern Department is: Mariane DuBois @DahStalker

 

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THE MUNICIPALITIES OFFICE

 

The Municipalities Office is the second sub-department of the Ministry. Its sole purpose is the administration of Imperial Cities, including the capital city. As such, the majority of these positions are in actuality members of municipal governments, elected or otherwise.

 

THE LORD MAYOR OF THE CITY OF HELENA

 

The Lord Mayor of the City of Helena holds an honorary role within the Cities Office. He has no additional duties prescribed by the Ministry of the Interior beyond his municipal responsibilities, but is entitled to sit at meetings of the greater Ministry.

 

The current Lord Mayor of the City of Helena is: Alexandra Carrington @Merqurie

 

THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF HELENA

 

The City Clerk of the City of Helena holds an honorary role within the Cities Office. He has no additional duties prescribed by the Ministry of the Interior beyond his municipal responsibilities, but is entitled to sit at meetings of the greater Ministry.

 

The current City Clerk of the City of Helena is: Philip Pruvia @Fnik

 

COMMISSIONER OF URBAN PLANNING

 

The Commissioner of Urban Planning for Helena, known shortly as the Commissioner, is a temporary office created by the Secretary of the Interior in 1754 in order to consolidate the planning and construction of buildings within the City of Helena.

 

He is charged with designing architectural plans, the requisition of necessary materials, construction, and demolition of buildings within the city. The Commissioner holds the sole prerogative of these responsibilities, temporarily assuming the authorities of the Lord Mayor and City Clerk in the exercise thereof.

 

The Commissioner may staff his office at his own pleasure.

 

The current Commissioner of Urban Planning for Helena is: Ret. Cpt. J. Carrington @EddyTheBrave

 

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JOINING THE MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR

 

The Ministry is always seeking eager applicants to staff its offices. The bureaucracy of the Holy Orenian Empire is expansive, and thus requires willing servants to implement policies and initiatives. The Ministry will train and educate all those who seek employment.

 

Applicants should be moderately literate, and in good standing with the Imperial Judiciary.

 

The Secretary of the Interior requests all applicants to fill out the following form and dispatch it for Novellen Palace, addressed to Lord Helena.

 

POSITION:

NAME:

YEAR OF BIRTH:

RACE:

SEX:

ADDRESS:

((MC NAME:))

((DISCORD:))

 

The Duke Helena kicks a rat which had scurried out in front of him while walking Merchant Street.

 

”The accursed pests are on the rise again.”

 

 

 

HIH THE PRINCESS IMPERIAL’S FAITHFUL TOURNAMENT

 

Lo and behold, for a tournament is upon us! All gentlemen throughout the far reaches of Our glorious country are called, and those beyond likewise. It shall be held in honor of HIH Anne Augusta, in celebration for her nuptials with the Duke Helena; and for the proclamation of the House of Videnz and Novellen.

 

The beautiful and beloved, HIH Anne Augusta, taken here in portrait by Jasper LeMon the Lesser.

 

The tournament shall be fought with simple rules, unarmored and with blunt weapons (sticks provided). Each bout will be the best of three rounds. Fighters shall be regarded as gentlemen, and are expected to maintain manners lest they disqualify themselves. For this reason those with the curse of bloodlust are forbidden from entry.

 

All the Crown’s faithful Peers of the Realm are under obligation to submit themselves for the tournament or a champion in their place. Personal invitations are dispatched accordingly.

 

 

The tournament shall be accompanied with great feasting and celebration over the course of the month of Sun’s Smile, 1754. It will be held in the Barony of Selm, Helena. ((Sunday 2/9, 6 PM EST))

 

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PRIZES

 

GRAND AND FAITHFUL CHAMPION OF HRH THE PRINCESS IMPERIAL

 

A sum of 10,000 Imperial Marks

An honorary title at Imperial Court, as well as sash and sword bearing such an office

To be crowned by HIH Anne Augusta with a garland of roses

The first seat to HIH Anne Augusta and her betrothed at the grand table

Honor, glory, and victory

 

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS OF HRH THE PRINCESS IMPERIAL

 

A sum of 5,000 Imperial Marks

An honorary title at Imperial Court, and mace bearing such an office

The second seat to HIH Anne Augusta and her betrothed at the grand table

A barrel of fine Helena Calvert Red

Fidelity, love, and friendship

 

FAITHFUL HERALD OF HRH THE PRINCESS IMPERIAL

 

A sum of 2,500 Imperial Marks

An honorary title at Imperial Court, and trumpet bearing such an office

The third seat to HIH Anne Augusta and her betrothed at the grand table

Service, good will, and progress

 

JOINING THE LISTS

 

To register oneself or a champion, dispatch the following application toward Novellen Palace. A registration fee of 100 Imperial Marks shall be collected before the tournament. Registration will not be taken on-site, and must be completed before the tournament begins.

((Post registrations in this thread.))

 

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NAME:

((MC NAME:))

RACE:

IMPERIAL SUBJECT (Y/N):

IF NO, FROM WHICH FOREIGN COUNTRY?:

PEER OF THE REALM (Y/N):

IF YES, OF WHICH PEERAGE?:

PREFERRED WINE:

Deep within Novellen Palace, the Duke Helena reclines within his chambers. He is pensive, his eyes showing notable strain, the day’s proceedings having sorely tired him.

 

With inspired zeal he rises from his bed, pushing into the parlor. He sits himself down at the table and sets pen to paper, beginning a reflection.

The Clerk of the Senate, Sir Beelzebub, sneezes himself awake. He at once snaps to attention, sharing an apologetic glance with the President Pro Tempore.

 

”I will now call the roll!”

 

THE SHEARING BILL, 1752

 

AYES

Alstion

Farlander

Napier

Rutledge

 

NAYS

Baruch
Callahan

 

PRESENT

May

ABSENT

de Antunyes

 

TWO EMPERORS MEMORIAL BILL, 1752

 

AYE

Alstion

Baruch

Callahan

Farlander

May

Napier

Rutledge

 

ABSENT

de Antunyes

 

@Piov