The Case Against Priestcraft in the Established Church
The author argues that priestcraft harms individual energy and democracy, urging resistance to established church practices seen as subversive to liberty. He contrasts priestly power with the Christian ministry’s focus on the Word, warning that confessional influence undermines true manhood and national health.
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Gundry
John Wesley
The Bulgarian Problem In Berlin Trial Unfolds
The Treaty of Berlin stands on trial as the Bulgarias split emerges from Beaconsfield’s cabinet secret bargain with Russia. The revelation shocks the Berlin Congress and strains the other powers at the assembly.
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Berlin
Beaconsfield
Russia
British policy on Roumelia looms as Eastern Question drifts
The piece critiques British handling of the Roumelia settlement arguing Beaconsfield’s firmness failed to protect the Ottoman realm, allowed Russian occupation, and risks a costly mixed European force to guard the Principality. It predicts a fragile, protracted compromise may concede control to a European commission and leave Turks sidelined.
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Russia
England
Roumelia
Lord Beaconsfield
Count Andrassy
Ban Stefano
Adrianople
Balkan Range
Turkey
Balkans
Europe
Prince Dondoukoff
Bulgaria
Berlin
Beaconsfield
Salisbury
International Commission
Austria
Germany
France
Italy
Bulgarias
Moldavia
Wallachia
Sgis
Stafford Northcote Budget Signals Long-Term Tax Pause
The Chan cellor of the Exchequer presented a simple yet significant budget last Thursday. He emphasized no immediate tax increases and postponed tackling the heavy national bill, hinting at electoral distance and a shift in fiscal policy as imperial ambitions shape future spending.
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House of Commons