01 Sep 1855
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Newspaper
Empire
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Sep 01, 1855
Page
1
Under the management of Mr George Thompson late Member of Parliament for the Tower Hamlets, the article notes his leadership role and the continued influence in local affairs. The piece highlights administrative actions and potential policy directions under his guidance.
A fragmented listing outlines the empire’s departments covering platforms, war, parliament, press, colonies, churches, public assembly, and a sweep of cultural and civic sectors including museums, libraries, studios, and the budget. It catalogs varied domains from the throne to the press and public life.
The Empire offers annual, half year and quarterly subscriptions paid in advance with free post delivery. It is registered for transmission beyond the United Kingdom. copies sent to colonies or foreign countries must bear the newspaper stamp outside and incur added postage as per rates.
A stark indictment of the War-at-any-cost Party. The speaker denounces ministers editors and clergy who advocate endless war and glorify slaughter. He accuses them of sanctifying bloodshed, despising peace, and worshipping national self interests while rejecting mercy and reason.
The Emperor, Queen, and Princess Royal view agricultural machinery and galleries while the Prince of Wales and Prince Albert inspect French farming tools. They tour the English and international sections, noting steam engines, wood products, and the Canadian collection with praise for materials aiding labor relief.
The visit of Queen Victoria and the Emperor to Vincennes and the Palais d Industrie, the Champ de Mars review, and the Versailles spectacle are described with emphasis on military display, ceremonial pomp, and the intense public interest surrounding the allied rulers. Royal observers, jurors, and colonial commissioners discuss exhibitions, with Australia and Canada highlighted for their contributions and potential benefits from the 1851 model.
The article notes a balanced program blending peace themes with military display during the Queen's visit. It highlights Emperor's orchestrated reception and the Champ de Mars review as a key scene, followed by a graceful act that could be seen as mourning past glory or a tribute to departed greatness, depending on interpretation.
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