Memorial tribute to a devout, generous minister and friend
The article honors a longtime minister through sketches of his benevolence, intellectual rigor, and grave loss to friends. It notes his vast manuscript output, careful preparation, and kindness toward the sick and bereaved, highlighting his support for reform movements and widespread travels.
The American Elections and Grant’s Decline
The article analyzes the U S congressional results as a shock to pro Grant Republicans. It notes a Democratic triumph in the House, a likely presidential bid by the Democrats, and a loss of Grant's influence in the West with Independent Republicans likely joining Democrats before the next presidential race.
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United States
Lincoln
General Grant
Horace Greeley
Democratic Party
House of Representatives
West
Growth of Democratic Chance in US as Grant Faces Setback
The New York and Pennsylvania shifts, Massachusetts vote against Butler, and cross party realignments threaten Grant’s cabinet independence. Analysts caution on constitutional limits and foresee a more active foreign policy with Cuba while the third term idea dies.
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New York
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Butler
Senate
House of Representatives
Congress
Andrew Johnson
Grant
United States
Republic
Charles Sumner
America
General Grant
New Orleans
Democratic Party
Cuba
White House
Death of the Rev G W Conder and his long ministry
Obituary recounts the life of George William Conder born 1821 Hitchin who rose from humble beginnings to lead Belgrave Chapel Leeds for many years. He mentored at Highbury College and served in High Wycombe Nyde and Leeds, leaving four sons and four daughters. His work as minister lecturer and civic figure spurred reform including a sanitary inquiry in Leeds.
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Liberation Society
Peace Society
Earth
G. W. Conder
George William Conder
Hitchin
Hertfordshire
George
Wymondly
London
Binney
Conder
Highbury College
High Wycombe
Bucks
Nyde
Isle of Wight
Miss Swallow
Belgrave Chapel
Leeds
Hamilton