01 May 1872
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Newspaper
Church Herald
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
May 01, 1872
Page
1
A critical article attacks rationalism in opposition to the Athanasian Creed. It argues modern claims to easy understanding erode faith, cites The Times on perceived mysteries, and warns that obedience to authority and divine revelation must prevail. It laments public drift toward skeptical education and calls for adherence to church doctrine.
ALondon pamphlet by a parish priest objects to proposed revision of the Book of Common Prayer. It traces rubrical trends over thirty years, cites past practices, defends obedience to church authority, and condemns Protestantism and Papal infallibility while praising disciplined clergy and faithful ministry. The piece contrasts Anglican restraint with observed changes.
A critical historical dissertation by Casarius Tondini is reviewed as biased yet earnest in its aim to illuminate religion. The reviewer debates the author’s partisan stance, noting his dedication to his own faith while urging adherence to truth over sectarian prejudice.
By Sunday Friend for May sustains its popularity as an illustrated magazine for children. It offers three capital pictorial illustrations and engaging reading for the young at a low price. The issue includes tales such as Wavering Willie for Feast of St Philip and St James, In Casars House for Ascension Day, and The Good Stepmother for Whitson Monday, all highly appropriate.
Mr Macintosh of Paternoster row issues helpful tracts for the seasons. Ascension tide includes I will not leave you Comfortless. Whitsun tide features there are Three that bear record in Heaven. Trinity tide marks complete set for parish use.
The Family Friend and The Children's Friend from London publisher Partridge and Co. are monthly issues notable for their subject matter and abundant high quality pictorial illustrations. The engravings are superior, rivaling those in more prestigious publications.
A probate court hears a will dispute over an American estate as the absent will vanishes after the testator dies. Witnesses, including Miss MCloskey, allege Flowers acted with others to profit from intestacy and recall overheard suspicions and a quip about the will being in America as the coffin is opened.
In the Lower House of Canterbury Convocation on Friday April 26, Archdeacon Denison and other clerics argued to retain the Athanasian Creed. Debates covered its language, supposed scruples of laity, and whether to amend translations and rubrics. The motion to maintain the Creed prevailed 62 to 7 after further amendments were debated and rejected.
The article recalls M Boucher de Perthes nine years ago doubted by many, then notes a fossil man found near Mentone and another skeleton at Langerie Basse near Les Eysies Dordogne. Reindeer indicates quarternary period, with flint tools and carvings found. the victim likely crushed by falling rock.
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