Indications of Liberal Sentiments Grow in Parliament
A reflective piece notes signs of liberal advance in Parliament and public life. It praises Wilberforce on abolition, urges support for the slave registry, and condemns Algerine piracy while urging humane justice. It highlights Kent meetings, rural distress, and cautious parliamentary reform as hopeful signs amid cautious critique of aristocratic privilege.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madame de Stacl
Laurea
Wilberforce
Birbadoes
Europe
Spain
Portugal
Dey
Brougham
Lord Castlereagh
Sidney Smith
Lord Exmouth
Kent
Ely
France
Italy
Coriolanus
Evelyn
Evelyng
Ireland
House of Commons
Imperial Parliament Debates Silver Coinage Plan
Lords discuss the state of the coinage and a new silver issue. Lord Lauderdale seeks a committee, but Lord Liverpool and others oppose. The debate touches on Revolutionary fears, the aftermath of Waterloo, and the bill’s temporary nature for current residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Lauderdale
Lord Liverpool
Lord Silmouth
Earl of St. Germains
Lord Darntey
Witerloo
Karl Morley
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