Bonn as Lazaretto Hubs Aid for International Committee
The letter from George Short urges coordinated aid to Bonn as a Lazaretto rather than a local committee. He notes Bonn’s university town status with medical staff and professors, and proposes transmitting securely raised sums through the International Committee if a limited application is viable. Rev. W Jones endorses the appeal, dated August 16, 1870.
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Bonn
W. Jones
George Short
Salisbury
Elm Grove
The Church at Lynton and Its Restoration Controversy
An English Protestant from Gracechurch Street writes to the Nonconformist editor criticizing the restoration of Lynton church. He describes marble crucifixion figures, unlit candles, and flowers under the altar, allegedly approved by Rev. W. L. Lawson and the Bishop of Exeter, noting concerns about Romanist influence and recent confirmations.
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Church AT
Lynton
The
Nonconformist
Christ
W. L. Lawson
Exeter
Rome
Mertta
Sid
Belgian Treaty Debate Shapes Neutrality Policy
The House of Lords debated the Belgian neutrality treaty with France and Prussia, fearing complications if Belgium is violated. Lords Cairns and Granville argued risks and assurances, while others urged neutral mediation and wider action with Russia. The prorogation followed as the ceremonial bill readings concluded.
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House of Lords
Lord Cairns
France
Prussia
Belgium
England
Russia
Austria
Lord Garanville
Speech Closing Session Highlights Ireland England Education and Peace
A formal address praises Ireland measures and English education, cites land act reforms, and notes naturalisation and extradition acts. It commends enlistment changes, hopes for improved defence and emergency readiness, and expresses longing for renewed peace in Europe as Parliament prorogues to October 27.
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Europe
Ireland
England
Treaty for Belgian neutrality sparks debate in Commons
The Commons debated a new Belgian neutrality treaty signalled by Count Bernstorff. Critics warned it could reveal diplomacy as folly, while supporters argued it would bind Britain to defend Belgium if invaded and deter spillover from European conflict.
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Belgium
Count Bernatorff
Rench
Greece
Europe
House of Commons
Ossorne
Buxton
H. Bulwer
Henry
France
Waite
Barthelot
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Gracechurch-street, London
B.C
Parliamentary Intelligence
Great Britain
Chambers
Lord Carnns
Lord Granville
Count Bernstorff
Lord Stratrory of
Repoubre
Lord Swarrespury
Lord Reprsparz
Lord Granvium
Reprspaale
GranviLue
Repzspaxs
Lord Cuancellor
Commons
Dublin
Newpeeare
Board of Works
Wellington
Ayrton
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