Women on the School Board Spark Debate and Doubt
The commentary praises open access to commencement and index systems while noting that female members have been more talkative than productive. It cites Miss Chesson and Mrs. Westlake as exceptions and questions whether women’s rights politics shape the board, urging patience until ratepayers’ confidence in women’s administrative capacity is proven.
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Chesson
Westlake
Roebuck 78 Victim of a Turbulent Political Career
John Arthur Roebuck, a veteran liberal radical and noted debater known as Tear em, dies at seventy eight. His career spanned Bath to Sheffield, with key roles in the Crimean War inquiry and the Trade Union Commission, ending as a Privy Councillor after years on Liberal benches.
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Sheffield
Joseph Hume
Bath
Roebuck
Mr. Roebuck
Sebastopol
Aberdeen
Trade Union Commission
Manchester
Hinglishman
House of Commons
Roebuck’s political course and controversial positions examined
The obituary reflects on Roebuck as a controversial figure whose views spanned across parties. It notes his defense of Austrian rule in Italy, support for the Confederate States, and ties to Gal way Packet Service, while acknowledging his independence and courage in speech. It also cites failed bids for public office and a unique public service legacy.
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Italy
Confederate States of America
Galway Packet Service
Roebuck
Metropolitan Board of Works
Review of a New Work on Miracles Lacking Logical Precision
The critic notes the author presents a broad view that mystery and miracle underlie nature and science. It praises the science and faith but argues the argument lacks logical precision, with phrases equating natural means to miracles and a blurred gap between natural and supernatural.
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Jesus
Christ
Wit and Humour of the English Poets: A Critical Review
A literary critique of Elliott's selection and arrangement of wit and humour in English poetry. The reviewer faults the preface definitions and argues for clearer distinctions between poetry and wit while noting the volume remains engaging.
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John Arthur Roebuck
Elliott
Mr. Elliott