Public views on war and peace shape national opinion
The article surveys reactions to Gladstone's war policy and the Eastern Question. It notes critics arguing meetings show no mandate without a plebiscite, commends Richard for warning against bellicose tones, and praises the Union's resolution while sensing a cooling effect on public enthusiasm. It asserts a united public stance will deter government missteps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Gladstone
Cross
Congregational Union
Richard
Gladstone
Lord Derby's Reply to Gortschakoff Circular Analyzed
A lengthy critique argues Lord Derby wrongly treats the Russian Circular as controversial and warns the English government risks dragging Britain into war with Russia. It contends Russia's claim to act within Paris and Tripartite treaties is misinterpreted and cautions that Derby's stance heightens tensions and potential conflict.
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Russia
Lord Derby
Count Schouwaloff
Sketches From the Gallery in Westminster Debating Night
The House of Commons faced a looming vote of confidence as Sir Drummond Wolff and Sir John Lubbock moved the previous question. Gladstone urged the open issue while ministers avoided tipping their hand, in a night described as a witty parliamentary drama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
Westminster
Drummond Wolff
John Lubbock
Hon. Baronets
Harcourt Johnstone
Mr. Gladstone
Sir John Lubbock
Hon. Baronet Rose
Lord Elcho
Sir John Rather
Sir Drummond Wolff
Mr Gladstone
Gathorne Hardy
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Prince Gortschakofe
Europe
Paris
Turkey
Austria
Mr. Cross
Lord Beaconsfield
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