Imperial Federalism and Colonial Conference Debates
The Westminster discussion on imperial relations argues for unity of the empire through coordinated policy. It praises the Colonial Conference for elevating imperial politics, critiques Sir Henry Drummond Wolff's reform ideas, and supports emigration and free labor principles as the foundation for a stable empire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westminster Palace
Ginx
Charles Dilke
Greater
Britain
Tennyson
Jenkins
Labilliere
Colonial Office
H. Drummond Wolff
Lord Kimnerley
Sir Henry
London
Henry
Colonial Council
Board of Trade and Plantations
Empire
E. Clarke
W. M. Torrens
M.P
Lord Airlie
Finsbury
Torrens
McCullagh Torrens
Great Britain
Colonial Conference
Demerara
Queensland
Surprising American Recreations and Temperance Views
A traveler recalls surprise parties in Cohoes and Waterford with pillowcase outfits for both sexes. He notes low liquor consumption in winter homes, teetotal societies shaping youth activity, and praise for speakers like Dr. Lees and Simeon Smithard. Also describes sleighing, ice boat racing near Coeymans, and clergy influence versus liberal Protestant trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cohoes
the Mills
Albany
Troy Times
Waterford
England
Lees
Simeon Smithard
Sons of Temperance
Albany Express
Coeymans
America
George MacDonald
Mark Twain
Josh Billings
Dorcas