Liberal party divided over religious equality in education
The piece argues that true religious equality in Ireland's education cannot exist while denominational scruples block higher study. It critiques Liberal leaders including Mr Forster and Lord Hartington, notes Butt's motion, and warns of dangers to university standards and national unity amid upcoming elections.
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Butt
Ireland
Forster
Lord Hartington
Liberal Party
Switzerland
John Calvin
Servyetus
The Slicing of Bulgaria and British Commentary
The article contrasts Mr Gladstone with Times editorials on the Bulgaria divide following the Berlin Treaty. It cites a Tirnova letter supporting Turkish viability but predicting Russian gains from Bulgaria’s partition, and notes Bulgarian Conservative views skeptical of Russia. It warns of dynastic selfishness shaping treaties and asks what if Bulgarians refuse to wait.
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Gladstone
Hector
Bulgaria
Times
Russia
Lord Beaconsfield
Berlin
Tirnova
Balkans
Turkey
Constantinople
Adrianople
San Stefano
Europe
War in Zululand: Chelmsford holds with reinforcements near Natal
Reports from Zululand say Zulus failed to invade Natal after Isandula. Lord Chelmsford has returned to Pietermaritzburg and waits for reinforcements to resume offensive actions. Colonel Pearson crossed the Tugela and engaged the Zulus on January 23.
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Isandula
Natal
Lord Chelmsford
South Africa
Pietermaritzburg
Pearson
Tugela