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Newspaper
Nonconformist
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jun 20, 1849
Page
3
A minister named Powell was dismissed without notice after a vote by hearers and seat holders. Most attendees quit the church, many joining dissenting chapels, with only 30 to 40 sittings now filled. Supporters formed a 100 guineas fund for Powell amid domestic troubles.
A correspondent reports at St Pauls Church doors verger Hicks demanded twopence to pass into the church. The protester challenged the charge, citing open doors and unequal treatment. The Archdeacon and a minister joined the pursuit, leading to a crowd through Newgate Street. The note condemns church rates and favors dissenters in a parish poll over funds for chapels.
An elderly man alleges he was pulled backward by a fellow passenger while the Archdeacon of London urged the driver to halt and a crowd gathered. A policeman arrived and the man gave his address at the station, but no charge was laid.
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