National Church Debate Heralds Strong Public Interest
The article analyzes friction over church power and proposed reforms in Parliament. Dr. Fraser seeks easier church discipline laws while critics argue for broader public interest. The Bishop of Manchester counters, stressing widespread English attachment to the Church of England and a potential majority in support.
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Fraser
the Times
Dr. Fraser
Times
Church of England
Thenglish
Public men on ecclesiastical questions debate church funding
Speakers at meetings in Hackney and Liskeard discuss the future of the Church of England, its establishment, and whether clergy should engage in politics. They warn against rapid changes, urge clear facts to educate the public, and consider disestablishment as a long term possibility while stressing unity among Christians.
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Peter Borovah
Epenke
England
Church of England
Parsons
Horsman
Liskeard
Dixon
Candlish
Forster
Ireland
Gladstone
Liberal Party
Parliament
Dittway
Swansea
Hear
Mr. Miall
The
Liberation Society
Hackney
Charles Reed
M.P
Italy
London
God
Opposition to Dean Stanley at Oxford
Convocation members oppose appointing Dean Stanley as select preacher at Oxford. A letter signed by Dean Goulburn and others urges attendance to block his nomination, arguing Stanley supports Rationalistic views undermining faith. Five Fellows led by Rev J W Burgon notify the vice-chancellor of their intent to oppose the appointment and seek a convenient election day for non residents.
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Oxford
Westminster
Goulburn
Trower
Cotton
Stanley
Dr. Goulburn
Dean Stanley
Dean Goulburn
J. W. Burgon
Liddell
Burgon
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