Endurance of Dissenters in the Voluntary Controversy
The article critiques the pace and methods of churches in Scotland and England as Dissenters face the ongoing voluntary contest. It questions whether the United Presbyterian Church has a plan for public questions and calls for decisive action, warning that delays may be dangerous and urging the Evangelical Alliance and other groups to lead. It notes press and political leverage by the oligarchy and warns against the consequences of inaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Presbyterian Church
Scottish Catal Board
Congregational Unioy
Evangelical Alliance
Church of Scotland
Dr. Muir
Tree Church
England
Scotland
Regium Donum Debate Reveals Dissenters Attitude
The Patriot notes Select Committee evidence from Dr. Cox and others on the Regium Donum, arguing dissenters accept state aid for religion yet refuse to admit endowment. It contends the grant reaches a class opposed to church-state ties and could lure ministers to state payments, undermining spiritual vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocs
Independents
The
Baptista
Church of
Rome
Regium’ Donum
Anti- Etate Church Association
Falsson Boot Bey
Cox
Regium Donum
Pye Smith
Drs. Smith
Frontera
Pritchard
Hd Baptist
Persecution for Pely in The Nonconformist remarks on Edinburgh arrests
The piece comments on the imprisonment of two Edinburgh citizens for non payment of the annuity tax criticizing persecution. It questions the purpose of enforcing this penalty and challenges the violation of sanctuary and the decisions behind such actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pely
Edinburgh
Clerical Greed and Conscience Amid Irish Penal Struggle
The piece rails at clerical greed and state intrusion into church affairs. It denounces evasions of moral duty for money, condemns Bailie Stott and others for demanding clerical stipends, and argues loyalty to heaven over earthly power. It warns that finance dominates law, corrupting public virtue and jeopardizing future freedoms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaurt
Atrike
Baille Stott
Mr. Georgeson
Lan
Bailie Stott
Aee
Christ
Cavsar
Smith O'Brien
John Mitchel
Rebola
England
Scotland
Calton
Modern Methodism and its missed opportunities
The piece argues Methodism holds great potential inspired by Wesley but laments decades of sterile innovations. It calls for revival through Arminian faith, back to early preachers’ piety, selfless toil, and prayerful ministry to renew growth and global evangelization. It urges adopting Elijahs and Elishas spirit, avoiding contentment with present progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley
Nelson
Bramwell
Stoner
Christ
Sing
Liberalism and reform within the Methodist body debated
The article discusses internal divisions over liberalism versus rigid church structure, urging equal rights and open discussion. It condemns secrecy and favoritism, calling for public Conference decisions, disinterested ministers, and a fair representation of opinion, aiming for a more rational, open ministry.
The New Parliament What Has It Done
A protest piece faulting the nine months of Parliament for inaction and stagnation. It laments secret voting limits, aristocratic influence, and ministerial vacillation, arguing the era produced empty talk and little reform while urging decisive public pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard of Freedom
Grouse
Highlands
Europe
United Kingdom
Robert Peo
Lord John
House of Commons
Popish Progress in London Churches Rise of Catholic Influence
In the Oxford Herald report the Anglican church faces a surge of Catholic activity across London. Southwark hosts a new church with propagandist aims led by Mr. Oakeley as critics denounce Reformers. Clapham, Bayswater, Hampstead see orders and monks moving in, with Wiseman laying a foundation stone and new groups forming under Newman and the Passionists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford Herald
Church of England
Rome
Southwark
Oakeley
Wiseman
Clapham
Mags
British and Foreign Bible Society
Sisters of Notre Dame
Newman's
Oratorians
Bayswater
Whitty
London
Ygnatius
the Lion
Mr. Spencer
Hampstead
Dr Wiseman and Grants for Monastic Orders in London
Fragmentary notice reflects Dr Wiseman pushing funds for ovarian facility related to monk orders in London and district. Dr Griffiths reportedly restricts to female religious orders while policy faces temporal changes affecting district allocations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiseman
Ovary
Jondon
London
Griffiths
Tompora Mutangur
Ireland’s Church Establishment Urged for Peace and Prosperity
The Norfolk News argues that Irish poverty stems from agitation and a privileged ESTablishment. It warns that endowing a church system would provoke opposition in England and Scotland, risk political conflict, and may fail to pacify Ireland, urging immediate action to resolve the anomaly for safety and honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ieland
Ghurdi
Norfolk News
Ireland
Nnl
Courag
England
Scotland
Eugland
Great Britain
Apostacy Among the Clergy in New Route Wales
From the Church and State Gazette reports Tractarian influence in Australasia led to Popish secession among Sydney clergy Rev Mossie Sconcdé and Makinson. Doctrines opposed to Protestant belief allegedly preached at St Andrew's and St Peter's. Bishop's role disputed. licenses removed. Formation of Australian Church Society noted along with protests by St Andrews parishioners and a proposed union with the Colonial Church Society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Route Wales
Prom
Bydney
Beresu
Australasia
Mossie
Makinson
St. Andrew’s
St. Peter’s
Sydney
St. Andrew's
St. Patera
St. Andréw's
Church of England
Society For
Colonial Church Society
Italian Patriots Rally as Brescia Ready to Defend City
Italian journals report widespread enthusiasm to defend Brescia from Austrian attack. Citizens, peasants, and Piedmontese vow renewed resistance, digging in and stocking provisions as streets are mined. A Montepulciano bishop urges peace yet supports loyal defense as a duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence
Strescia
Midsolungi
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!