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Scottish Church Disestablishment Debate Ends in Victory
A heated meeting wrestles with disestablishment of the Church of Scotland. Proponents argue for state separation and national unity, while opponents warn of upheaval to doctrine and rights. The motion to advance the overture prevails by a clear majority amid firm oratory and applause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Churches of Christ
Joan McCuvure
Adam
Free
Free Established Church
Free Church
Church of Scotland
H. M.dougat
Christ
God
M‘dougall
Dr. Chalmers
Hugh Miller
James Drummond
Mr. Thomson
Scotand
Biremyre
Church of Ireland
Presbyterian Churches
Bremner
Adams
M‘merkayn
Mr. Melville
Bruce
Pr. Adams
Jlar
Evan Gordon
Weill
Sir Henry Moncrieff
Wilson
Dundee
Waterston
England
Mr. Gordon
Jesus Christ
Mr. Macdougall
Mr. Wells
United Presbyterians
Stewart
Dennistoun
Professor Candlish
M‘dreammip
Presbytery
Ian
Gavutt