Nonconformists and the Irish Church Surplus
A critical review of Disraeli and Gladstone on the Irish Church issue. It argues Disraeli cannot unite all Tory factions, praises Gladstone’s plan for the 7.6 million surplus, and rebuts claims that the funds favor the Church of Rome, stressing broad charitable uses for all.
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Mr. Gladstone
Gladstone
Local council weighs affordable bargain options
A tentative offer is considered by the council, with officials arguing the deal would be financially viable and beneficial. Supporters say the bargain could proceed if funds are available, while critics call for tighter scrutiny of costs and long term impact.
Irish Protestant Meetings Elect Synod Delegates
Meetings in Dublin and Kildare churches elected lay representatives for a diocesan synod to be held at St Patrick’s Cathedral on the 31st. The General Conference of clergy and laity across Irish dioceses assembles in Dublin on April 8 for consideration of the church’s present circumstances. In Londonderry a large mixed assembly condemned a British bill, stressing vested interests and opposition to the second reading.
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Dublin
Kildare
St. Patrick’s
Londonderry
Derry
Raphoe
Alexander
Donegal
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