Debate Over Afghanistan Policy Faces Parliament
The article critiques government stance on Afghanistan and Balkh and warns against ignoring Asiatic challenges. It urges Parliament to uncover facts on the Central Asian question as journalists dominate coverage now. It predicts Parliament and public will demand knowledge over conjecture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Affghanistan
Balkh
Badakshan
Oxus
India
John Bull
England
Morley and the Five Points with Rural School Districts
The article critiques the 1870 Education Act and the push for universal boards in rural districts. It argues that denominational influence blocks national schooling, while Morley and Mundella seek a compromise to create secular boards and limited church involvement, testing rural education reform amid clerical resistance.
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National Education Union
Manchester
The
Educational Union
Keyworth
Nottingham
Morley
Mundella
Forster
John Pakington
Baronet
Education Department
Mr. Morley
Birmingham League
Sir John
Wrecks and Wrecking and the Northfleet Disaster
A reverent reflection on the Northfleet wreck describes the massive loss of life and sudden peril. It notes the ship off Dangeness with 343 passengers and crew, struck by a steamer that fled, and urges clearer distress signals and lessons to prevent future tragedies.
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Northfleet
Dangeness