Disraeli’s Clerical Clause Debate and Electoral Hope Dims
The piece critiques the House proceedings on Thursday and the Fawcett clause. It argues the division reflected a dodge, not changed opinion, and accuses Disraeli of ultimately rejecting the clause due to hidden pressure. It warns MPs failed to extend suffrage to artisans and predicts public desire for ballot reforms in the next Parliament.
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Mr. Fawcett
Disraeli
House of Commons
Mr. Mill Praised by Gladstone for Parliamentary Caliber
The Liberal leader lauds John Stuart Mill for independence and public duty. Mill’s rise from philosophy to politics is noted, with praise for his moral tone and influence in the House. Gladstone asserts Mill’s re election is likely and stresses the need for capable leaders to support his agenda.
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Boutony
Westminster
United Committee
Mill
Capt. Grosvenor
Gladstone
House of Commons
John Stuart Mill
St. James Hall
Liberal Party
United Kingdom
Popular Party
Mr. Gladstone
Electors urged to seek best men for future Parliament
A speaker urges electors to research candidates, reinforce capable Liberal members, and elect thoughtful men who can judge for themselves. He warns against voting for untrustworthy delegates and says reform should yield bold, beneficial legislation under Gladstone.
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House of Commons
England
Mr. Gladstone
India Budget Apathy Marks Parliment Debate
On the eve of prorogation the House of Commons discusses India affairs amid focus on Reform and Irish Church. The Indian Budget shows rising revenue with sixteenth part of annual income from opium and salt taxes, while the opium revenue is described as an embarrassing element in Indian finance.
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House of Commons
India
Stafford Northcote
Cannon-row
Laing Bakata
England
Sir Stafford Northcote
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MR. Stuart Mill
British India