Westminster Abbey to host unified service on Human Rights Day
Dean Eric Abbott plans a united service at Westminster Abbey inviting Christians Jews Muslims Hindus and Buddhists to readings meditation and silence on Human Rights Day causing protest from Church figures. The service aims to honor the abbey 900 year consecration while sparking debate on official church inclusivity.
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Delegate cites defect in Va election laws
Richmond report notes Joni Warren Cooke of Mathews urges a remedy for a post poll tax era defect. He proposes annual published voter lists and adjusted registration deadlines to allow time for publishing and challenges before July primaries and November elections. He stops short of calling a special session.
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Phi Beta Kappa marks 190th birthday at William and Mary
The Alpha of Virginia chapter celebrates 190 years since Phi Beta Kappa’s founding at the College of William and Mary. Initiation of 24 new members at Raleigh Tavern recalls 1776 meetings. ceremonies also occur in Phil Bethel Memorial Hall. The society began December 5 1776 to honor scholarship and character.
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