Abyssinian Campaign Ends With British Victory and Caution
The article lauds the Abyssinian expedition led by General Napier, noting British restraint and minimal harm to locals as Abyssinia’s despot Theodore is defeated. It warns rivals may spark anarchy after withdrawal, praises Britain’s disinterested conduct, and remarks on the costly rescue of captives and future tax implications.
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Napier
Abyssinia
Theodore
England
Éclat
Assault on Duke of Edinburgh in Australia sparks sorrow
The Prince was shot in the back during a public charity event in Australia by a Fenian conspirator. He survived. the would be assassin was captured and likely executed soon after. The House of Commons expressed sympathy to Queen Victoria and condemned the crime as an unacceptable act, not a political cause.
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Australia
Prince of Wales
Ireland
Her
Duke of Edinburgh
Hope for Speedy Recovery of Royal Highness Noted
A brief wishes a swift return to health for the Royal Highness. The message reflects public concern and official sentiment on the monarch’s well being.
Budget Debates Highlight Disraeli Era Revenue Gap
In a thin House the Chancellor of the Exchequer outlined the year’s budget, noting a deficit of 370,000 on the estimate despite a larger real revenue due to changes from last year. He projected expenditure and proposed raising revenue through customs, excise, income tax, stamps, and bonds to cover Abyssinian war costs, with Gladstone signaling general assent. The session also touched Indian governance reforms before adjourning at 11:15.
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Cnancettor
Excarquer
Disraeli
China
New Zealand
Hunt
Mr. Gladstone
Gladstone
Government OF India
Starrord Negrucote
India
Bengal
Presidency
Crete and London Bills Move in Parliament Amid Cretan Turmoil
Friday notices announced plans to bring in a bill to establish municipal corporations in the metropolis and another for a London corporation. Debates covered Crete’s status, Greek involvement, Jewish treatment, and royal neutrality. A regulatory debate on charity acts passed after divisions, and a railway bill faced questions about parcel interference as the session neared adjournment. The article closes noting a royal address related to an assassination attempt on the Duke of Edinburgh.
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Corporation of
London
Layarn
Crete
Poland
Lord Stanley
Greece
Sir F. Goldamid
T. Metcalfe
Grapstone
ScLater-Boord
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