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Newspaper
Nonconformist
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Dec 12, 1849
Page
3
Fifty eight students and many more from Independent and Baptist colleges sign a public protest against the British Banner editor for November 28 1849. They condemn attacks on student conscience and fear churches will shun those who exercise independent opinion. They call the editor’s principles unchristian and unjust.
At a Court of Aldermen Sheriff Lawrence presented a petition from David Beezar, chartist prisoner with Shaw, asking leniency after improved conduct. Aldermen suggested refer to gaol committee. Beezar also sought a candle for night hours amid dim, unlit cells. The Arctic expedition and Greenwich baths notes follow.
A reader proposes that each parish receive a free weekly copy of the Noncon to erode prejudice. The letter suggests private arrangements to distribute copies to clergymen across the country and envisions gradual acceptance as the paper wears down hostility.
A reader commends efforts to grow the newspaper’s audience and notes support for wider circulation. The writer shares personal views and expresses optimism about further reader expansion.
A 1849 letter from Kennington urges readers to boost editor income by convincing acquaintances to advertise. It notes that more ads will support talent and circulation. A notice mentions two reprinted editorial pieces as free tract material for circulation.
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