New Hymnbook debate on psalmody and tune complexity
ADELPHOS warns against over complex tunes and new metres in the New Congregational Hymn-book and Allen and Gauntlett’s Tune-book. He cites American choral history, urges restraint, and argues for accessible tunes that inspire worship rather than grand musical display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen and Gauntlett
New England
New York
Madame Pasta
America
Aristarchus
Congregational Union
Allen
Earth
Heaven
Adelphos
New Congregational Hymn Book Debate Grows Strong
A letter to the editor from a Congregational Union dinner attendee urges a three month review period for the new Hymn Book. The writer warns against hasty approval, calls for public examination, and questions possible outside influences on the selection.
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Whitish Standard
Congregational Union
Hymnbook Committee
Aristarchus
A Week in London Observations at May Meetings
A rural observer reflects on public meetings linked to religious revival efforts in London. The Congregational Union at Poultry Chapel draws notable figures. the Home Missionary and Irish Evangelical meetings show strong turnout yet fewer ministers present. Surrey Chapel services entertain despite broken weather, while Mr Punshon impresses as an orator but lacks doctrinal backbone.
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Congregational Union
Poultry Chapel
Mark
Cheltenham
Dr. Alliott
Evangelical
Mr. Stoughton
Scotland
Wight
Brownlow North
Home Missionary and
Irish Evangelical Societies
Home
Churches of
Surrey Chapel
London Missionary Society
Surrey
Mr. Mellor
Tabernacle
Punshon
Afr. Punshon
Panshon
London Missionary Society meeting review and critique
A London Exeter Hall gathering on India draws praise for the noble audience and a strong report, but critiques Newman Hall and others for rambling delivery. The review notes Mullens’ speech as the day’s highlight, laments missed leadership, and urges clearer aims, printing papers, and a planned June prayer-focused Sabbath for ministers to share the cause. It closes by stressing careful reflection as essential to future governance of religious and philanthropic bodies.
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Exeter-hall
London Missionary Society
Stila
India
Newman Hall
Arthur Tidman
Martin
Mr. Noel
Dr. Lockhart
Mr. Goodhart
Mullens
Calcutta
Congregational Union
Reed
Amzell James
Messrs. Harrison
McAll
London
Revival of Religion Proposed by Congregational Union
Letter to the editor from George Smith dated May 26 1858 urges pastors in England and Wales to preach on the need for revival of religion on the first Lord's day in June and to hold special prayer meetings the following day to seek the outpouring of the Holy Spirit across pastors churches schools colleges and the nation.
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British Standard
England
Wales
Congregational Union
George Smith
Congregational Library
Affairs in India Explain Causes of Oude Rebellion
A reader argues the Indian revolt was more than a military mutiny and cites disaffection beyond partisans. Mismanagement after annexation of Oude, harsh land confiscations, and unsuitable officials fueled opposition among taluqdars and chiefs, with calls for pro loyalty proclamations to secure allegiance.
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British Standard
Lucknow
Partizana
Oude
Hindustan
Jamia Outram
Peraia
Coverly Jackson
Guliben
Punjab
Tucker
Bensres
Meerut
Buch
Proclamation Controversy Shape of Oude Rebellion Strategy
From Calcutta dated 10th April 1858, a British view on Oude uprising and policy. Sir Colin Campbell’s caution and demand for a pardoning proclamation clash with Lord Canning’s severer policy. The piece notes mutinous chiefs like Rajah Maun Sing and theLucknow siege's grim choices.
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Sir Henry Lawrence
Onde
Maun Sing
Lucknow
Sir Colin
Indias
Colin
James Outram
Lord Canning
Tucker
Benares
Allahabad
Calcutta
Indophieus
Rev J A James Revival Address Urges Tract Printing
Letters from W Lease R Coombs and Edward Newman praise the Rev J A James Revival Address in the Barris Standard. They urge printing as a cheap widely distributed tract and propose special prayer services to aid a revival in Great Britain. Dates show May 24 1858 and Somerset and London connections.
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Sim
James
W.lease
British Standard
Sip
J. A James
God
Great Britain
R. Coombs
Horsington
Somerset
J. A. James
Church of Christ
Edward O. Newman
Crosby Square
E.C
Lectures To The Working Classes Debate Sunday Topics
A letter discusses Sunday Lectures to the Working Classes and critiques the choice of secular topics. It cites remarks by Rev W Landela of Regent's Park and Rev HOP Bowen at Home Missionary meetings held May 11 at Poultry Chapel.
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British Standard
Metropolis
W. Landela
Regent's Park
London
Sai
Crosa
Home
Ministers and laity clash over gospel preaching tenets
Fragmentary remarks discuss ministers sticking to prescribed tertians to avoid deceiving working men who feel misled by titles. The text praises certain ministers for uttering ten sentiments while warning about secular influence on church service and preaching.
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Hugh Stowell Brown
Bank
Peerak
Paul
Yale College Revival Forges Ahead Amid Prayer Meetings
The Yale College revival broadens with evening prayer meetings across entries and town participation. About five weeks of grace and an extensive public confession follow, as the college reports two hundred and five professors and a hopeful addition of hundreds more, amid calls for continued spiritual reform.
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Yate College
Sope
Cain
Notable Benefactor and Charity Organizer Profile
Fragmentary text references a benevolent operation, charitable support, and a Mr Eaton figure connected with Kristel and a sphere of charitable activity. Mentions of patrons, benefactors, and beneficence hint at a local public interest profile in philanthropy.
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Papa Egea Fogarty
Emery
Kristel
Eaton
Floral scenes and new season openings at Crystal Palace
The Crystal Palace opened the new season with elaborate floral displays and scenic arrangements along the transept and galleries. A chapel section was planned on Broad Street and Aiden Square, reflecting local trends.
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Crystal Palace
Asuallev Owhol
Cua
Debates on Religious Policy and Ministers The Press
A May parliamentary briefing outlines ongoing debates on church influence and state policy. It notes discussions about Popery, confessional practices, and ministerial appointments amid broader imperial concerns. Government dispatches and legal appointments are also mentioned.
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