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Newspaper
Nonconformist
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Feb 17, 1869
Page
3
A letter argues the head master should act as in loco parentis, fully qualified to supervise religious instruction and maintain unity. It warns against a patchwork scheme, whether Churchman or Dissenter, and urges a truly capable leader to prevent a fragile imperium in imperio. The writer signs as L. A. O.
A contributor argues against the idea that churches and chapels must be used only for worship. Using Surrey Chapel as an example, the piece contends that dedicating worship spaces to secular and social purposes expands religious influence, reduces class prejudice, and strengthens moral and intellectual uplift across society.
A parish near Whitehaven faced uproar after a five year old girl died unbaptized and the clergyman refused to perform the burial service unless all fees were paid. The clerk kept and later returned part of the payment, sparking tension. A seven year old fever case followed with new fee demands before interment. Readers seek legal guidance on rights and clergy powers.
A writer urges the formation of bush missionaries to reach distant settlers in Victoria, South Australia and Queensland. He cites New South Wales as a model with a Bush Missionary Society and proposes itinerant agents, daily hut visits, home gatherings, and tent posts to awaken religious life among isolated diggers and families.
A letter debates whether parish burial grounds belong to the priest or the people. It notes current law views the parson's freehold with duties, and the incumbent may refuse to bless unbaptized persons. It urges legal reform to open burial grounds to all.
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