Debate on Disestablishment and English Church Politics
A reader challenges Dean Stanley's stance on disestablishment, arguing the United States shows more liberty without an established church. The letter supports reform within establishment, warns of Evangelical prejudice, and urges clergy reform to avoid disestablishment and preserve Protestant identity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean Stanley
United States
Ireland
England
Pilate
Rome
Babylon
Spiritualism and Critics Clash Over Auxiliary Letter
In a public exchange, a reader defends Spiritualism against Auxiliary’s hostile portrayal, arguing Spiritualist belief centers on post mortal communication and differing religious creeds depend on individuals. The editor notes a Swedenborgian reply was published and discourages further controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auxiliary
Christ
Burns
Swedenborgiang
Warning to Liberal candidates in East Aberdeenshire
A Nonconformist editor cites Edinburgh Daily Review claiming Liberal defections rose when a candidate pledged to open museums on Sunday. It notes many Establishment ministers backed Gordon while Free and United Presbyterian electors opposed Hope. The Tower Hamlets Nonconformists vow to oppose any candidate supporting Sunday amusements, despite abuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Aberdeenshire
Aberdeen Free Press
Edinburgh Daily Review
North
Gordon
Free
United Presbyterian
Hope
Working of the Education Act at Wrentham British School
George Barrett appeals for support to aid Rev. John Browne who has funded the Wrentham British School for three and a half years amid Department delays and no government indication on the transfer terms. Barrett cites spent funds and asks for donations to cover losses and continue undenominational schooling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberal Party
Education Department
London
John Browne
Wrentham
Suffolk
Browne
Mellor
Congregational Union
George
Barrett
Thorpe Hamlet
Norwich
Wrentham British School 1871-3 Financial Struggles
The Wrentham British and National schools faced voluntary funding challenges from 1871 to 1873. A voluntary board was formed, funds were raised, and extensions added at minimal parish cost. By 1873 the board avoided further levy, relying on voluntary contributions amid disputes over payments and inspector scrutiny.
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Wrentham
National
N.B
FH. Gooch
Goodwyn
E. Gooch
F. Gooch
Franais
London
Barrett
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Dean of
Alig Ts Donn Stanley
John Kennedy
Stepney
Wrentham British School
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