CollectionVictorian Papers, Main Series
ReferenceVIC/MAIN/A/52/34
Record TypeCorrespondence
TitleLetter from Mr Gladstone to Queen Victoria
Date19 June 1880
WriterGladstone, William Ewart
AddresseeVictoria, Queen
DescriptionCabinet do not think the Archbishop's proposal to postpone the Burial Bill's operation is wise. Cabinet's decision to support the report of the Committee in Charles Bradlaugh's case, with regard to preventing him from affirming at the Table. Cabinet considered the Address carried in the House of Lords against the Government. Aimed at the repeal of part of the Education Code, after its being in force with little change for several years. Decision to examine precedents, with a view to what answer should be made. Cabinet discussed whether any plan could be entertained for renewing the friendly understanding with Russia. Viceroy of India's telegram considered by Cabinet. Cabinet anxious to Secure early withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan but wish first to see a stable Government established. Cabinet see no objection to the proposal of the Committee for a military memorial to Prince Louis Napoleon, the Prince Imperial, at Woolwich.
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