Wilberforce praised for aiding African slaves in England
An English speaker explains Wilberforce as a champion of enslaved Africans and contrasts him with West India planters. The passage notes Canton mandarins and merchants’ curiosity about Europe and mentions Wilberforce earning praise in Europe for his anti slave work, amid reactions to parliamentary debates.
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Anecdote of the late Rev. Mr. Thorowgood
A gentleman in illness reflects on divine truth and the gospel. He says investigation of truth was his grand life work and expresses confidence in mercy through Christ Jesus. He admits deserved destruction as a sinner but finds solid happiness in faith and readiness to address his people if possible.
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