State church question in Canada sparks renewed clashes
Correspondent from Brantford, Upper Canada, argues that Government leaders Lafontaine and Baldwin tilt toward High Anglican and Catholic influence, threatening religious liberty. He warns Imperial support for Clergy Reserves could trigger upheaval, division of Canada, or separate governance, urging removal of state funding for churches and adherence to British liberty.
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Brantford
Grand River
Upper Canada
Lafontaine
Baldwin
Leachers
John Russell
Laforitaine
Lower Canada
Mr. Baldwin
Bishop Strachan
Karl Grey
Lord John Russell
Canada
Britain
Victoria
Earl Grey
Methodist Church
Egerton Ryerson
Lord Metcalfe
Old Kirk
Scotland
Free Church
Episcopal Church
Kirk
Episcopal
Egertom
England
Maitland
J. Collitorrie
Bunting
J. W
Maces Carried to Church Spark Custom Question
In Wisracre a mayor defends the weekly maces carried to church saying the practice is merely a custom backed by biblical tradition. The exchange questions the Bible’s stance on customs and whether long-standing rites must endure. The dialogue highlights lighthearted local traditions.
Impressions of Port Adelaide and Adelaide in 1850
A South Australia correspondence from Brighton details first impressions of sailing up the Gulf of St Vincent, Port Adelaide’s docks and bars, and the growing city of Adelaide. The writer notes rugged roads, dust, and rapid emigration driving construction, commerce, and bustling streets as settlers arrive.
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Brighton
Drax Sin
South Australia
Gulf
St. Vincent
England
Australia
Port Adelaide
Land of Liberty
Britain
London
Bristol
Adelaide
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