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Newspaper clipping of a speech by Lord John Russell regarding the admission of Jews to Parliament, published in the *Daily Advertiser* on January 11, 1848. The clipping includes the text of Lord Russell's speech arguing for the removal of civil and political disabilities affecting Jewish subjects, specifically mentioning Mr. Rothschild's election to Parliament and the need to amend the parliamentary oath.

This letter contains notes about the Jewish Disabilities Bill debate in the House of Lords on May 25, 1848, and subsequent discussion on June 17, 1848. It lists peers who spoke for and against the bill, including the Marquis of Lansdown, Vincent Canning, the Duke of Argyle, the Bishop of St. David, the Earl of Ellesmere, the Earl of Ellenborough, the Archbishop of Canterbury, and Lord Winchelsea. The letter also notes Lord Stanley's prejudiced speech and the final vote, with a majority against the bill.

Newspaper clipping, one page on one sheet. The clipping contains an excerpt of a speech arguing for the removal of disabilities faced by Jews in England, addressing objections based on the supposed un-Christianizing of the country. The speech references historical context, including persecution of Jews, the evolution of laws regarding religious tests for office, and the actions of prominent figures like Gibbon and Hume. It also touches on the idea of Jews as a separate nation and the interpretation of prophecies related to Jewish rights.

Newspaper clipping from an 1848 debate in Parliament concerning the removal of civil and political disabilities affecting Jewish subjects in England. The debate includes discussion of the interpretation of prophecy, popular prejudice against Jews, the role of religion in politics, and the principles of Christianity. Speakers mentioned include Lord John Russell, Sir Robert Inglis, Lord Ashley, and Mr. Macaulay. The clipping also includes quotes from Dr. Arnold and references to David Hume and Edward Gibbon.