The Express.
London, England, 1867-10-11 00:00:00

CLERICAL AND LAY CONFERENCE AT
IPSWICH.

This conference commenced its sittings at the
Lecture-hall, Ipswich, on Wednesday. Contrary to expec-
tation, the prom were admitted. Upwards of 200 gentle-
men were present on Wednesday. The Chairman, the
Rev. E. Hollond, of Benhall-lodge, in opening the confer-
ence, said the report of the Ritualistic Commission was
more favourable than they had reason to expect. consider-
ing the component parts of the commission ; but it was
very uncertain whether any action would be taken upon it.
Dr. Colenso's party was as virulent as ever ; thus they had
the pressure of superstition on the one hand and of infidelity
on the other, which indeed, he might say, had been the
normal state of the church during its existent*. He had
no specific to propose, but this he might say with confi-
dence that se the errors in both directions bad sprung from
a departure from God's word, so the remedy must be found
in a closer adherence to that word. The Romanising party
ishoxoured God's word because they preferred the fathers,
rubrics strained to meet their own notions, and all such
things as were apart from God's word. They did not
indeed speak very much of the article, of the church, for
the articles contained some rather inconvenient references
to the word of God ; hence less was said about the articles
than any other portion of the Pra7er-book. The other
party—the Colenso party—went aoove articles, above
church services, and above the Scriptures. With refer-
ence to their own position (as evangelicals) there must be
no compromise with error. Compromise with those who
beset the foundation of faith was to be avoided by all pos-
sible means. The Rev. James Bardsley, rector of St.
Ann's, Manchester, followed with au address upon Chris-
tian holiness and its counterfeit. Defining Christian holi-
ness to be, in general terms, conformity to the image and
to the law of Jesus, he went on to point out that monasti-
cism was a counterfeit. Ceremonialism was another—
asceticism was another counterfeit, as was the identifica-
tion of the reception of a particular doctrine with conver-
sion. He reminded them that the church did not con,ist
of the clergy alone, but it was the congregation of faithful
men—clergy and laity. The Rev. H. James, rector of
Livermore, expressed his concurrence with Mr.
Bardsley's views ; and the Rev. C. F. Childe, rector
of Holbrook, introduced the next subject,
" Organised union of protestant churchmen—is
it desirable!" He answered this question in the
affirmative. Some urged that their organisation should be
directed against ritualism ; others saw no real danger in
ritual, regarding it as a thing of mere mummery, to use
Sidney Smith's phrase, of posture and imposture. But the
real evil was that which ritualism symbolised and aimed
at—a revival of catholic doctrine, a reunion with the
catholic church. If they could eliminate all the Popish
doctrines from the " Tracts for the Times," or from the
celebrations at Well-street or St. Alban's, they might well
agree to tolerate, whilst they pitied the residuum. He
contended that organisation was necessary against Popery.
Whilst the number of priests and catholic establiabmeuts
had increased, protestant spirit had decayed. He com-
plained of the defective education of the clergy. There
must be organisation and union. Ritualists were admir-
able organisers, and aa to Popery it WAS one organised con-
spiracy against truth. Their task was threefold—it must
be defensive, educational, and offensive. The Rev. S.
Bardsley thought Mr. Childe's picture exaggerated, fo4be
=seemly believed in the progress of Popery in the United
Kingdom. The Rev. Mr. Raker thought an organisation
desirable. Several interesting subjects were introduced
yesterday, but the sittings concluded too late to render
the last up train available.

THE NATIONAL REFORM UNION.—The usual
, weekly meeting of the executive was held on Tuesday
evening in the Council Chamber, Gladstone-buildings,
Manchester ; Me. Wm. Stokes, one of the vice-presidehts,
in the chair. The minutes of the preceding meeting were
read and confirmed, and a numerous correspondence from
members of parliament, secretaries of branch associations,
and others, was read. The agent reported that arrange-
ments had been made by branch associations for holding
meetings this week at Rochdale, Newton-le-Willows,
Crewe, Glossop, Waterfoot, and Itomendale, for the pur-
pose of considering the operation of the new Reform Act,
and what course should be adopted by reformers in refe-
rence to it. The following delegates, appointed to attend
the forthcoming conferences, were also reported:—Crewe,
Messes. J. Williams, J. Hudson, and C. Wright ; War-
rington, Messrs. P. Itylands, J. Burgess, John Oros-
field, Thomas Birchall, G. F. Podmore. and John Ashton ;
Todmorden, Charles Chambers and James Fielden ; Tot.
tington, S. Knowles and John Heap ; Hebden Bridge, Wm.
Jackson, J. Jackson, and W. Webster; Bradford, R. Kell;
S. O. Kell, Alderman Law, A. Illingworth, Councillor
Whitehead, Councillor Turner, Alderman Smith, E. But-
terworth, E. Thomas, J. E. Jenkinson ; Openahaw,
Hall, George Bertenahaw. Wm. Storey, J. Brown. J. H.
Crosfield ; Gorton B. Perkins, Wm. Mare, E. Garner,
Roe Green. M.kawlinacin, James Mullineux. It was
stated that interesting papers would shortly be pre-
pared and submitted to the executive, on the electoral
systems of France, Prussia, and the United States;
also that Mr. Macqueen, the editor of the Financial
Reformer, would read a paper on taxation and ex-
penditure during the last sixteen years. A meeting
of the Rochdale branch of the National Reform !
Union was held on Tuesday evening, in the Tern-
pence Hall, Rochdale, to consider the new Reform Act.
Mr. W. Shepherd presided, and the Rev. J. Freestone,
Mr. Cooper, and Mr. Mark Price spoke on the probable
operation of the new act, and urged the necessity for not
giving up agitation. Mr. Price argued from figures what •
sham the bill was, and bow little it would affect the
present borough and county constituencies. It had been
stated that, although Rochdale was one of the boroughs
which had not adopted the compounding system, they had
always paid the rates in the rent, and the landlord had paid
them in full ; but now the owners were giving notice to the
occupiers that the same rent must in future be psid, and
each person must pay his own rates. The general opinion
was that the bill would increase the rent of the occupiers
in Rochdale, and was everything but satisfactory. It was
determined to keep up the organisation, and to increase
the number of its members. Delegates were appointed to
attend the conference to be held at Manchester._

THE REPRESENTATION OF BRADFORD.—The mag-
nificent meeting of Mr. Miall's friends on Tuesday night is
a general theme of conversation in Bradford, and the spirits
of his supporters, which before were elastic and buoyaut,
have been quickened still more by the reception that was
given to Mr. Mall by the vest assembly that crowded every
nook and cranny of St. George's-hall. The chairman ad-
vised those who intended to vote to hold up both hands,
and rare is it indeed to sue upwards of 8,000 hands held up
in favour of one man. Whether he be returned or not as
member for Bradford, it must have been a proud moment
for Mr. Miall, and he could hardly fail to feel- as no doubt
he did feel—that the well-spent labour of his life had not
been in vain, for here was the grateful and hearty reeponee
of those for whose emancipation from civil and religious
disabilities he had consistently and moat persistently
worked fora generation.—Lerds Afercurv.

[TWOPENCE

1 A NEW DEVELOPMENT OP RITUALISM.
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I The " Society of the Holy Cross"—an associa-
tion of "priests" of the church of England, belonging to
the ultra-ritualist section, circulated an address at
Wolverhampton during the meeting of the Church Con
grass, explaining the constitution and objects of the insti„
tution. The address bears the *nature of the Rev. A. H
Mackonochie, as "Master," andTves the subjoined account
of the society :

"This society has beendeunded for the primary purpose
of deepening, by means of • definite rule, the spiritual
life in its brethren. It is restricted to bishops, priests,
and deacons, and bona Ale candidates for holy orders.
The originators of the society were convinced that work
for Christ in His church could only be effectively
done by those over whom the spirit of His own life on
earth had gained some hold ; and, on the other hand,
that this spirit can only retain its hold upon the
character of a priest when it finds its expression
in vigorous action within the sphere of his calling.
Hence the features of the society are twofold : its
interior rule, acting upon the character, and its outward
work, leading the brethren to take their position towards
the world u the possessors of a supernatural life and com-
mission, which must either die out or extend its influence
to others. Its interior rule is divided into three degrees—
the green rule, which is binding upon every brother ; the
red role, with a stricter obligation ; and the white rule
restricted to celibates, still more stringent in its require-
ments. Besides these, there is a roll of celibates to which
any brother nag belong without binding himself to the
obligations of the stricter rules. No greater obligation
than the green rule is required of any brother, but all are
encouraged to avail themselves (as they may be inwardly
called) of the two stricter, or voluntary rules. Three
standards of daily life of increasing strictness, correspond-
ing to the three rules of the society, have been drawn up,
and recommended to the brethren to be observed by them.
The external work of the society is directed to the de-
fence and extension of catholic faith and discipline. This
it endeavours to effect by establishing and working in
home and foreign minions, by conducting retreats and
minions' issuing tracts and other publications, and by
frequentmeetinge,andby correspondence between brethren
and others engaged in like work. Green Rule : 1. Every
brother is to pray daily for the church and society ; using
either the ' officium propriiun,' or the throe collects in the
office. 2. When two brethren meet, the elder is to salute
the younger in the words, ' Pax tibi,' to which the
younger shall reply, Per Crucem '—except in the
presence of strangers. 3. Every brother is to at-
tend all the synods and chapters of the society
he can, and positively the synod of May the
3rd (11017 Cross Day), unless unavoidably de-
tained ; in which case he shall communicate to the
master or secretary. 4. Every brother is to pay a sub-
, scription of not less than Rh. • year. Each brother upon
his admission to the society is required to make the follow-
, log promise :—' I, N. or It., do hereby
.promise to carry
out, u far as I can, the objects of the society of the Holy,
Cross, and to keep the rules of the society ; also that I
shall be ready to render all brotherly aid, bob in temporal
and in spiritual things, to those with whom I am bound in
this holy bond.' He afterwards says the Nicene Creed.
Standard of daily Woof the green rule.-1. Rise not later
than 7.30 a.m. 2. Commend the day to God at first
waking, and the night at going to bed, by saying
' Gloria Petri,' he., or some other form ; and
at rising and lying down, sign yourself with
the sign of the cross, saying, In Nomine
Patris' &c. 3. Communicate on all Sundays and holy
days of possible fasting), or st least be present at the
celebration. If hindered from sacramental communion,
make an act of spiritual communion. 4. Observe the rule
of the church, to my matins and evensong daily, either
publicly or privately. 5. l'se a preparation before and a
thanksgiving after Holy Communion, li. Examine your-
self daily. 7. Read daily a portion of Holy Scriptures (on
your knees, if possible), as God's voice to you ; this may
be blended with mental prayer, or with study. 8. Say
daily, at mid-day office, which may be the office of the so-
ciety ; and compline,whicb may be family devotion. 9. Say
grace, at least privately, before and after every meal.
Food.-1. Use all food to repair the daily decays of nature,
and not for self-indulgence. 2. Observe the days of fast-
ing and abstinence appointed by the church. Dress.—
Avoid underlaid attire. Recreation.—Avoid all theatres,
ball', and such other amusements as might prove an oc-
casion of scandal. Study.—Gain, if possible, at least half
an hour daily for study of Holy Scripture, or theological
reading. Societe.-1. Do not speak evil or disparagingly
of any one, except as a distinct duty. 2. Avoid frivolous
and unedifying conversation, especially in female society.
3. Never quote Holy Scripture, except for some religious
or useful purpose." Members of the society are strictly
enjoined to declare publicly and privately the doctrine of
" the revel objective, presence in the Eucharist ;" and they
are also exhorted to ' offer the Holy Sacrifice" with the
" intention" of promoting the objects of the society. The
immediate adoption of " vestments, lights, and other ad-
Juana" of ritualistic service is also enjoined.

OPENING OF A DOMINICAN CHURCH IN LONDON.
—The ceremony of opening St. Dominic church at
Haverstock-hill took place yesterday, and excited great
interest among the Roman catholic community, by whom
it is looked upon as the resuscitation of the Dominican
order in England. High mass was celebrated at 11
o'clock, the catholic bishop of Northampton, Dr.
Amherst, being the celebrant. Archbishop Manning,
attired in his archiepiscopal robes, was present, as were
also Moosignor Fraud, a member of the papal ministry ;
Monsignor Cataidi, Bishop of Thessalonla in parrehos ;
Monsignor Eyre, Monsignor Searle, the Very Rev. Father
Aylward, provincial of the Dominicans in England ; Dr.
Russell, provincial of the Dominicans in Ireland ; and
representatives of the following orders :—Auguatinians,
Carmelites, Capuchins, Jesuits, Oratorians, fathers of
Charity, fathers of the Pions Society of Missions, Oblates
of St. Charles, Oratorians of St. Philip Neri, Suns of St.
Benedict, Sons of St. Paul, and Sufis of St. Philip.
Archbishop Manning preached • sermon based upon
the words "To know Christ, and Him cruci-
fied," taken from St. Paul to the Corinthians.
At the termination of the mass, the clergy and laity ad-
jonrned to the refectory where a public dtjcuncr was
served. Archbishop Manning presided, sod in proposing
the health of "His Holiness the Pope," referred to the
insurrectionary movement against Rome which he pro-
phesied would end in utter failure and confusion. He said
that the friends of the Holy Father remembering that the
tranquillity of the Holy See bad been disturbed no leas
than forty-six times, should not feel uneasiness at auy
triumphs which Isis enemies may obtain, because at most
they would be only momentary. The toast having been
drunk with much wrath, a hymn for the Pope was sung
by • number of the eletgy. Monsignor Franci responded in
Italian. "Success and Prosperity tothe Dominican Onler,*
was then proposed, and, responded to by the Very Rev.
Father Aylward, provincial of the Dominican order in
England, and the proceedings of the dejenner terminated
with the drinking of the health of Archbishop Manning.
Only • very small part of the priory which is to be erected
by the Dominicans at Haverstock-hill is as yet ready for
occupation. The church will be a very large structure,
capable of accommodating 6,000 persons, and its com-
pletion, and that of the monastic establishments in con-
nexion with it are expected to take place in about three
years. The apartment which is used as a church at pre-
sent is intended to be the library. The sum required for
the erection of the entire pile is estimated at upwards of
40,0001., and more than half that amount has yet to be
procured. The idea of establishing the priory on the present
site is due to the Rev. Austin Hooke, to whose exertions
principally the success of the work is attributed.
REFORM MEETING AT NORWICH.—We learn that
at a meeting at Norwich last evening • letter was read
from Mr. Gladstone, decidedly adhering to his views in
opposition to the personal payment of rater.
OUTCAsTS i e WINDSoIt PARK.—YDEIDTd&V, at
the Windsor petty sessions, held at the Town-hall, two
wretchedly-clad young women, named Mary Lane and
Sarah Beesley were brought up under somewhat remark-
, able circumstances. From the evidence of George Parker,
the keeper of the LongWrilk,it appeared that the prisoners
belonged to the class of women known as " unfortunates."
They had for some time almost made the Great Park
their home, sleeping at night under she trete, or
whatever shelter they could find. Their ablutions
were performed in the Deer Pond, in which piece of water
they had also washed their clothes, and they ran about
the park in a semi-nude elate while their clothes were
drying on the trees. As substitutes for eombs, the women
used small pieces of wood or inciter matches, and their
rude toilettes had been performed without alrounc in the
presence of the general public and bdica is imirri.ivs as
they parsed through the park. They were principally sup-
ported by the soldiers, who brought them their rations,
which they were enabled to take from the barracks with-
out attracting observation by concealing the food within
the lining of their caps. Their conduct with the soldiers,
who were often led to remain out all night with them in-
stead of returning to bar racks, attracted the yolke of the
Long Walk keeper, who, after all remonstrance had failed,
was obliged to prosecute them. After some consultation
the magistrates dismissed the woolen upon their promis-
ing to enter an asylum in which the Rev. Mr. Thompson.
curate of New Windsor, who was present, offered to try
and get them admittance.
THE CRoi'a AND WEATHER.—MALTON, THURN-
DAY.—We have now had a week of winter, with hail,
snow. lightning and rain. The prettified " Michaelmas
summer" is not likely to occur, the preacher being cold
and raw ; but the "Michaelmas hatred " has also not
taken plisse. a field of corn out now being quite • rarity.
The latter part of the harvest was of the best psysible
weather. giving both dry straw and dry corn. W heat is
owe-third short, barley is good, and oats iust a fair crop.
Potatoes one-half bad. Turnips me mildewing, and their
pleat:fulness is causing numerous sellers; prints getting
cheap.