Newman, John Henry, Cardinal, 1801-1890

Events in Newman's life	Events in the UK	Events in the wider world
Publication of 'Parochial & Plain Sermons Vol 5'.	Deportation of criminals from Britain to New South Wales is abolished. Foundation stone laid for the new Palace of Westminster. The Penny Post is introduced in Britain, issuing the world's first postage stamp. Cunard begin the first transatlantic passenger mail service.	Britain colonises and declares sovereignty over New Zealand. William Henry Hampson defeats Martin Van Buren to become 9th President of the United States, but dies after a few months.