Gladstone retirement sparks debate on Church and state
A public discussion condemns or defends the Established Church amid fears of Rome influence. Speakers urge fair debate, warn against violent upheaval, and praise Gladstone’s long service as the Liberal leader. The meeting ends with a resolution regretting his retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
England
Rome
Congregational Union
The
Baptista
Parliament
Birmingham
Lord Dartmouth
Bright
Free
Liberal Party
Mr. Gladstone
House of Commons
Church of England
R. W. Dale
G. W. Baker
Gladstone
Personal and public character praised in late proceedings
The remarks honored his integrity and service in political, financial, and ecclesiastical reforms. The gathering continued its work until 10:30 p.m., recognizing his distinguished contributions to the country.
Leadership Struggles Shape Liberal Party Ranks
A Reform Club meeting set for February 3 aims to crown a new Liberal leader with Earl Granville likely to be proposed. Debate centers on Forster versus Hartington as potential leaders while Nonconformist bodies urge opposition to policies tied to Denominational education and the late government's record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam
Liberal Party
Reform Club
Earl Granville
House of Commons
Marquis of Hartington
W. E. Forster
Duke of Devonshire
Manchester
Liverpool
Birmingham
Leeds
Bristol
Crewe
J. S. Wright
J.P
Gladstone
England and
Wales
Gladatone
National Education League
Joseph Chamberlain
London
Bolton
Sheffield
The
Liberation Society
R. W. Dale
the Times
Forster
Dale
Richard
Bright
Lowe
Goschen
Stansfeld
J. Guinness Rogers
Rogers
Lord Hartington
Friends of the Establishment
Lyttelton
Church Defence Association
Bath
Colonel Hayter
Gog and Magog figures sold to nobleman for castle duty
The famous Gog and Magog figures in Cheapside have been sold to a nobleman and will be moved to a castle. A new, more striking set will replace them in Cheapside. The Sacred Harmonic Society announces a Feb 5 concert at Exeter Hall with Mozart Mass No 1 Spohr Christian Prayer and Mendelssohn Athalie.
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John Bennett
Cheapside
Sacred Harmonic Society
Exeter Hall
Mozart
Spohr
London
Mendelssohn
Athalie
Edith Wynne
Ellen Horne
Julia Elton
Pearson
Distin
Ryder
Sir Michael Costa
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