A Second Letter on the late Post Office Agitation

Name: A Second Letter on the late Post Office Agitation
Author: C. J. Vaughan

By C. J. Vaughan

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A clerical respondent answers critics of his earlier opposition to a proposed protest against a government order permitting letter transmission through the London Post Office on Sundays. He explains that his refusal to join the remonstrance rested on a narrow point: the measure, as framed, does not affront religion or diminish national Sunday observance and may even aid worship attendance for those concerned. He rebuts reviewers who impute indifference, cites his published sermons defending the sanctity of the Lord’s Day, and urges personal and civic responsibility to honour the Sabbath for future generations.

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C. J. Vaughan

C. J. Vaughan was a notable English clergyman and writer, recognized for his contributions to religious discourse and education in the 19th century. He is best known for his sermons and letters addressing contemporary issues, including the Church of England's role and the postal system's reforms. His works, such as "A Few Words on the Crystal Palace Question" and "The Book of Light in the Hand of Love," reflect his engagement with both theological and social matters. Vaughan's writings often aimed to inspire and provoke thought among his readers, making him a significant figure in the literary and religious landscape of his time.