20 Mar 1878
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Newspaper
Nonconformist
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Mar 20, 1878
Page
1
A recent assembly criticizes the Church Association's threefold strategy legislation litigation protestation as inadequate to curb Ritualism. Leaders lament failures in enforcing laws and warn of ongoing defiance by clergy while considering electoral action and deeper reforms without disestablishment.
The Church Association recognizes the ship it would save is headed for rocks yet lacks the discernment and courage to prevent catastrophe. It admits failure of past devices and only responds with passionate but fruitless wailings.
The discussion on Mr Pease’s motion to abolish capital punishment is marked by unanimous opposition to the present law. Critics cite the broad category of crimes and lack of appeal as defects, while the Attorney General promises a bill to address these issues. Proponents warn that reforms may reflect sentimentalism rather than social necessity, referencing France and other nations. The debate weighs religious guidance against moral authority and historical practice.
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