Principle of secular public schooling and religious neutrality
The text argues for national schools that teach essential knowledge while excluding sectarian instruction. It rejects allowing religious tests or polygamy or other beliefs to dictate schooling, favoring justice to all and universal civic duties. It notes metaphysical questions remain but urges practical policy and resistance to papal influence in Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beit
Muhammedan
Great Britain
Ireland
Thiers Clears Path to Peace as France Pays Indemnity
The French victory in diplomacy frees Verdun by July and completes the 120 million pound indemnity by September. Thiers gains political capital, while Bismarck’s compromise with Verdun averts Belfort. The treaty signals shifts toward a conservative constitution and reduced royalist influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ir M. Thiers
Germany
France
Verdun
Belfort
Bismarck
Count Arnim
How It Strikes a Stranger in the House of Commons
A spectator recounts a crisis week in Parliament during Gladstone's final hours. The piece recalls the crowd's reactions, the timing of Gladstone and Disraeli, brief remarks, and the crowd’s room gossip as the drama unfolds from Thursday evening to the pause before dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
Gladstone
Mr. Disraeeli
Mr. Gladstone
Mr. Bright
Crawford
Emmanuel Hospital
Endowed Schools Commission
Forster
Bernal Osborne
Osborne
Mer Majesty
Also Mentioned on This Page
Thiers
M. Thiers
M. John Lemoinne
la Balance Éternelle
National Assembly
Versailles
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!