Cambridge University Bill Passes Through Committee Pro Forma
The Lords debated the Cambridge University Bill with focus on its scope and internal university arrangements. The Lord Chancellor moved committal, Lord Lynmouth examined features in detail, and the measure proceeded through committee with agreement to the motion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl of Harpwicke
Austria
Russia
Prussia
England
France
Earl of Clarenpox
Turkey
Cambridge University
Lord Lynpugurst
House Debates Religious Liberty and Charity Commission Probes
The House considered a motion to form a committee to review the 1662 Act on religious tests affecting university and school access, with leaders noting obsolescence but wary of impacting Oxford University. A point on Charity Commissioners sparked a dispute over spending and committee inquiry, later withdrawn. The session adjourned amid further debate on marriage law and religious grounds, with adjournment set for May 9.
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House OF Commons
Heywood
Sir E. Perry
Lord Palmerston
Oxford
Glapstone
J. Manners
Charity Commissioners
A. Pellatt
Arrogney-General
Charity Commission
G. Vernon
A. Pevuarr
Debates on Church Rates and Marriage Law Amendment
A House of Commons session discusses leave to bring in a bill to abolish church rates. The Marriage Law Amendment bill prompts strong opposition as MP Watkins urges rejection, arguing it changes morality and law, while others defend religious liberty and oppose extending privileges.
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W. Clay
Wacpuue
Scotland
Ireland
England
Sam
Aney
House of Lords War Telegraph Report on Telegrams and Austrian Deliberations
The House of Lords discussed the electric telegraph link between Balaklava and London and noted messages had not yet described siege progress. Lord Luxborough asked about delays and actions under the December 2 treaty regarding allied deliberations, but Lord Lansponge postponed without details until Lord Russell’s arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House OF Lords
Earl of Harnoway
Lord Harpwiche
Balaklava
London
Austria
Luxphvrst
J. Russell
M. Drouyn de Lhuys
Vienna
Telegraph Opens From Balaklava and War News Sought
In the House of Commons discussions, Mr Laysap notes the telegraph from Balaklava appears open with messages about the line but no Crimea news yet. Lord Palmerston promises daily updates if possible and leaning to publish Vienna papers to inform Parliament. Financial measures include the Loan Bill and customs duties debated with sugar and coffee taxation suggestions.
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Laysap
Balaklava
War
Lord Palmerston
Admiralty
Crimea
Layaxp
Pauaexstuy
Rorwucnk
Palmenstox
Linay
War Department
Vlievers
Vienna
DasGir
Lord Palmperson
Hon
House of Lords
House of Commons
J. Ruswell
Brient
Otway
M. Drouyn de Lhuys
London
Brackhren
Excieqcer
T. Barrie
Heyworth
J. Laine
Reversal of policy debates on taxation and protection
The article reports dueling views on tax policy and duties with Captain LAFfran opposing indirect sugar duties, Sir W Cuay praising the Budget, and Mr GLApsTone fearing retrograde protectionism. It notes the bill’s second reading, including the Spirit Duties measure, and discusses the Testamentary Jurisdiction Bill with petitions and calls to defer. The House adjourned after debate on principle and jurisdiction.
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Laffran
W. Cuay
Glapstone
Scotland
Ireland
Doctors'commons
Macys
Solicitor-General
Court of Chancery
Cottier
F. Tuxsigen
The Duke of Newcastle Examined Before Sebastopol Inquiry
The Sebastopol Inquiry Committee re assembled on Monday to hear the Duke of Newcastle as War Minister. He outlined his responsibility, interdepartmental contacts, and the process for appointing generals. He discussed embarkation for Varna, supplies, and naval ordnance matters, defending his actions and noting errors.
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Duke OF Newcastle
Sebastopol
Colonial Department
Treasury
Commissariat
Lord Raglan
Lord Lucan
Torrens
Goldie
Malta
Turkey
Gallipoli
John Burgoyne
Varna
Scutari
Filder
Chlontel Dickson
Omer Pasha
Silistria
England
Perekop
Layard
Lord Hardinge
Lord Stratford
Captain Drummond
Crimea
Constantinople
Foreign Office
Charles Manby
Admiralty
The
Ordnance
War Department
Lord Seymour
Captain Christie
Admiral Boxer
Kangaroo
Dunbar
Dr. Smith
Smith
War Committee Hearings Reveal Crimea Medical Flaws and Huts Delays
The committee reviewed evidence from Duke of Newcastle and others on hospital inefficiencies at Scutari, poor medical system, and delays in hut construction for Crimea forces. It details Sir Frederick Smith telegraphing shifts, Price partners, and Commissary-General Smith testimony about supply failures and calls for reform.
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Nagcastle
Ordnance Department
Carr
Raglan Fith
de Pn Cate
Cingospitals
de Is
Mr. Macdonald
Lord Panmure
Duke of Newcastle
Inkerman
Duke of Cambridge
Lord Hardinge
Lord Seaton
Sebastopol
de Lacy Evans
Lord Seymour
Smith
Scutari
Crimea
Peel
Admiralty
Messrs. Price
Ordnance
Secretary of State
Messag
Dundas
Mr. Layard
Upton
Drummond
Lord Raglan
Layard
Paris
Raglan
Hursday
Potter
Potter and Price
Sir Frederick Smith
London
Gloucester
Boxer
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West Surrey
Mr. Drummond
North Lancashire
Mr. Collier
Narier
America
Germany
Minses
Seymer
T. Chamners
Warresips
Chambers
Philo-Judeus
Plymouth
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