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Newspaper
Nonconformist
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Feb 22, 1871
Page
17
A lengthy session covers a heated debate on Britain’s war policy and neutrality, with claims of government timidity and calls for mediating peace. Discussion includes India Select Committee motion withdrawal, naval administration defense, and various bills proceeding in the Lords and Commons.
Questions reveal Government views on an Irish royal residence with no definite answer yet. Mr CanDWell delays Army Organisation Bill second reading to Thursday week. Mr Guapstons ignorance of any Canada purchase proposal by the United States is noted. Medical Acts not to be tackled this session. Arrangements for drilling and training of auxiliary forces proceed nationwide. Princess Louise’s Annuity Bill passes third reading.
In Parliament, Mr Guapstone argues the prerogative to grant charters remains with the Crown not the House. He notes a prior agreement to let Parliament voice objections before charter grants and to include safeguards. The session also questions disestablishing the Church of England and possible Catholic University charter.
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