24 Mar 1868
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Newspaper
Edinburgh Evening Courant
Location
Edinburgh, Midlothian, United Kingdom
Date
Mar 24, 1868
Page
1
Wednesday March 25th an assortment of high quality dress cases desks leather goods purses and more from a partner selling up. Friday and Saturday feature fine Scotch Roman Greek coins and seventy dozen superb wines from a gentleman leaving Scotland including Lafitte Claret vintage 1858 and Sherry vintages. Catalogues available on request and viewings announced.
A cluttered notice for J G S Auctioneers at 79 George Street announces sales this day and tomorrow. It lists fine Chinese and cut crystal tableware with gilt and hand painted services, Bohemian vases, parian statuettes, jewelry including diamond opal emerald ruby rings and gold watches, plus plated articles. Also advertised are tweeds, broadcloths, umbrellas, scarves, and footwear with viewings starting morning of sale.
The passage notes that he proposed the group adjourn for the holidays and Mr Gladstone signified his acceptance of the arrangement. The brief indicates a formal decision and assent without further context.
In the House of Lords yesterday three bankruptcy measures led talks, the Bankruptcy Act Repeal Bill, the Bankruptcy Bill, and the Judgment Debtors Bill. The Lord Chancellor described plans to consolidate bankruptcy law, end imprisonment for debt, and restructure courts with county and metropolitan provisions.
In Parliament Mr Leatham seated for Huddersfield as the Chancellor plans to seek leave to bring in a bill to empower the Postmaster General to acquire telegraphs. Sir John Pakington outlines army estimates for 137,815 servicemen with £15,455,400, noting repayments will reduce actual spend under £14 million and reporting a £203,000 increase due to militia and UK survey costs. He defends not adding volunteers, cites Snider rifle, and says Strathnairn reforms will save £25,000 yearly with better peace readiness and wartime expansion. A debated amendment to cut funds is withdrawn. progress is reported as other bills pass and adjournment follows.
The Irish Church issue dominates debate as Mr Gladstone moves three resolutions in committee on Acts affecting the Established Church in Ireland. He seeks abolition of the Establishment, curbs on patronage, and a royal address to place temporalities under Parliament. Disraeli proposes delaying debate until next Friday or the following week. Meanwhile Abyssinian campaign news arrives with expeditionary forces advancing toward Ashangi and Magdala, but supplies run tight and roads are poor. The army reports health generally good, with Napier coordinating coast-to-camp support and supplies via the Prince of Tigré.
John Paterson Thurgall of Lambeth seeks Liberal Conservative representation and supports Church and State in public affairs.
Peter Morgan or Mohan was brought before Bow Street Police Court on the charge of inducing soldiers to desert from the British army and enlist in the Fenian service. He was remanded after examination.
The King of Prussia opened the North German Parliament yesterday in person. In his speech he praised how representatives of the Confederation were received abroad and expressed belief that blessings would rest upon Parliament’s labors.
Reports from London note an important Saturday gathering at No 1 Whitehall Gardens deciding on energetic measures to defend the Irish Church and announcing a large public meeting in London next month. Other items include political shifts in Portugal and New York intelligence up to the 12th.
The Irish Church dispute dominates Commons as Mr Gladstone accuses the established church of betrayal and the government pledges to oppose disestablishment. A long, pivotal debate is planned with potential dissolution or ministry change, while the Highland Society of London is praised for charitable aims and preserving Celtic heritage and Highland regiments.
Notices request authentication by sender name and address. Births report a son in Cupar Fife and a daughter in Lanarkshire. Marriages list two ceremonies in Pau and Madras. Deaths announce Mrs Allison Johnston and infant Flora Mary Beartaks with brief notices.
Saturday and Sunday events at Windsor Castle feature Queen attended by Prince Leopold Princess Beatrice Princess Louisa Prince Arthur and family. Royal luncheon and divine service in the private chapel. Attendees include Viscountess Clifden Lord Chancellor and guests M Van de Weyer and the Biddulphs.
London reports the Prince of Wales visits Mr Leighton's studio with Captain Ellis on Saturday afternoon. The Princess of Wales rides out with the Marchioness of Carmarthen. They attend the Princess Theatre in the evening and divine service at Chapel Royal, St James'. The Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch plan Easter Cannes departure and a stay in Paris. The Duchess of Athole and her infant daughter are progressing favourably according to Blair Athole letters.
Sir John MNeill resigns the chair. Mr Walker succeeds as chairman and Mr John Skelton, advocate, is appointed secretary in place of Air Walker. Plus reports on a rock fall at Randolph Cliff near Water of Leith blocking Dean Bridge and mill dam, a death in Greenside Place identified as marble polisher David Dickeon, and a court case involving pawnbroker Robert Wilson and other proceedings.
Mr Henry Campbell, a candidate for Stirling burghs, spoke at Union Hall. He defended youth, stressed progress since reforms, warned on Ireland, and urged constitutional change to fit the age. He praised Sir James Campbell and critiqued the Church of Ireland while supporting land reform and wider ballot rights.
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