Burial Law Reform and Clergy Opposition Clarified
The piece argues that lay and legal efforts push for burial law reform despite clergy protests. It notes Osborne Morgan’s upcoming appeal to Parliament and possible outcomes in Commons and Lords. It paints clergy as an obstacle, highlighting a push for complete religious equality and nonconformist support in the Lords and Liberal ranks.
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House of Lords
Lord Harrowby
Lord Granville
Commons
Debate on the vote of credit exposes government aims
Sir Stafford Northcote’s Monday speech outlines the government’s stance on Russia and Turkey. He admits ignorance of peace terms, questions diplomacy, and defends a 6,000,000 vote claimed as a national credit rather than military need.
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Stafford Northcote
Russia
Turkey
Stafford
Admiral Hornby
Dardanelles
England
Northcote
Lord Beaconsfield
Europe
Ministerial Policy Results Spark Turmoil and Debate
A week of political surprises ends with turmoil as ministries face scrutiny. The piece cites Lord Salisbury's damaged reputation after contrasting statements, notes Turkey's collapse, Russia's terms, and the cabinet's push for a 6,000,000 vote. It argues England seeks to avoid war, warning that a war now would benefit Porte foes.
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Porte
Russia
Prince Gortschakoff
Lord Derby
Constantinople
Schouvaloff
Dardanelles
Gallipoli
Hornby
Turkey
Bright
Lord Salisbury
House of Lords
Lord Carnarvon
England
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