"Still, it was necessary to say something: and, accordingly, a reply was attempted by each of the two gentlemen; and, since then, yet a third reply to the difficulty, though not professing to be such, has been put forth by our friend Mr. Newman in his Work on Development.

"1. Dr. Trevern, in his answer, censured the unreasonableness of requiring, from the Documents of the three first centuries, any written proofs of the repeated statements of the Council of Trent, that the Faith defined by that Council had ALWAYS been in the Church of God: because, said he, the Disciplina Arcani forbad all committing of the Doctrines of the Church to writing; and delivered them, orally alone, to the initiated."—pp. 16-18.

"2. Mr. Husenbeth, when he stepped forward as the proxy of the bishop, took up quite a different ground: but, unluckily, it was altogether inconsistent with that of his principal; insomuch that, of very necessity, the one made the other untenable.

"From this gentleman, we hear nothing of Dr. Trevern's solution of the difficulty through the medium of the Disciplina Arcani. On the contrary, his solution is, not that the proofs were never committed to writing, but that they had been committed to writing though unhappily through the envy of Time they had all perished.

"As for my luckless self, he avers, that I must be an absolute simpleton to think of demanding written proofs of the Tridentine Assertion from the documents of the three first centuries, when so many of them had been lost, that the scanty remnant formed only so many broken stepping-stones.

"I stop not to calculate the number and to measure the bulk of Mr. Husenbeth's stepping-stones, though some may think that he considerably underrated both their tale and their dimensions. Be that, however, as it may, he confessed his inability to produce the required Written Documentary Proofs.

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According, then, to Dr. Trevern, no Written Proofs ever existed: according to Mr. Husenbeth, Written Proofs certainly had existed in despite of the Disciplina Arcani, but unluckily they had all perished.

"Thus, in their theories, the two gentlemen differed toto cœlo: but, in the fact, that, from the Written Documents of the three first centuries, they could produce no proof of the large Tridentine ALWAYS, they fully agreed. And, accordingly, from that day to this, neither of them has given the required proofs.

3. So the case stood, when I was engaged with these two Divines. "At that time, neither they nor myself had ever heard of the principle of DEVELOPMENT; though it must be confessed, that Mr. Husenbeth, whatever he might mean, declared his ability to prove the ALWAYS in the three first centuries, albeit not in the precise manner so unreasonably required by myself. But, subsequently, this same principle (unless Dr. Moehlor be a rival for the honour of its invention) has been propounded, in mood and form, by our ingenious friend, Mr. Newman; and has been adopted, I observe, as satisfactory, by yourself. "With him, you state: that the Germ (such is your own very appro

priate word) of all the doctrines which the Tridentines assert to have ALWAYS existed in the Church Catholic, really did thus exist; though the Germ itself was only gradually developed and expanded, through a long succession of fructifying ages, into the maturity, if indeed the full maturity, of the Tridentine Definitions.

"This new theory may, peradventure, be a making the best of an inveterately bad case: but like the two former theories of Dr. Trevern and Mr. Husenbeth, it really, so far as respects the three first centuries (even to say nothing of many still later ages), gives up the matter."pp. 16-20.

We cannot specify any more of the excellent points made by Mr. Faber in this pamphlet, but we should like to see it printed in a cheap form and largely circulated. It is the best of his productions we remember to have seen.

MISCELLANEOUS.

AMONGST pamphlets and publications bearing on the recent discussions caused by the Papal aggression, and the Ritual contest, are the following:-"Remarks on the Influence of Tractarianism, or Church Principles, so called, in promoting Secessions to the Church of Rome," by the Rev. Theyre T. Smith, M.A., Vicar of Wymondham, &c. (London: Fellowes)--a very serious, thoughtful, and well-reasoned publication, deserving of the fullest attention; "The glorious Liberty of the Children of God," by "Emancipator," a nominal attack on Romanism, but really on the English Church; "A Letter to the London Union on Church Matters," by the Rev. Edward Edwards, Rector of Penegoes (Hatchards), a distinct and manly avowal of sound principles, including a repudiation of the Romanizing tendencies of some soi-disant Churchmen; "St. Mary the Virgin and the Wife," by the Rev. J. Moultrie (Whittaker), a poem for circulation amongst the poor, conveying much sound instruction in opposition to the wiles of Romish proselytism; "The Black Fever," another poem, in reference to Romanism, by the same author; "St. Paul's Prediction of the Falling Away, and the Man of Sin," four Lectures, by the Rev. J. W. Gleadall, A.M. (Cuming), applying those prophecies to the Church of Rome, in a popular way; "The Jurisdiction of the Crown in Matters Spiritual: A Letter to the Rev. M. E. Manning," by the Rev. F. Vincent, advocating the Royal Supremacy, but temperately, and in a right spirit, and alluding, in a respectful tone, to the doubts entertained of the faith of the clergyman addressed; "Sound an Alarm," a Sermon, by the Rev. C. Gutch (Masters), in opposition to the proposed suggestions for altering the Prayer Book; "What is the Church," a Sermon, by the Rev. Edward

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Stuart (Masters), alleging that we have the same means of grace as are found in the Church of Rome; "Rome's Outworks," by the Rev. C. R. De Havilland (Hatchards), an able and wellreasoned refutation of Romanism, and containing suggestions for its repression; "The Hunting and Finding Out of the Romish Fox" (J. W. Parker), a reprint of a curious tract against Romanism, written by Dr. Turner in 1543; "Substance of a Speech at a Public Meeting at Monmouth," by Samuel Bosanquet, Esq. (Hatchards), a well-meant, but rather wild production, appearing to throw the blame of divisions quite as much on the Church of England as on Dissenters; "Was St. Peter ever at Rome? by the Rev. J. S. M'Corry" (Dolman), a laboured attempt to prove that St. Peter was at Rome, and that Rome was the Babylon of the New Testament,-rather an incautious line of argument for a Romanist!" Historical and Practical Remarks on the Papal Aggression" (Rivingtons), a very unsatisfactory tract, calculated to unsettle, rather than confirm, faith in the English Church; "The Present Crisis," four Sermons, by the Rev. J.S. M. Anderson (Rivingtons), very sound, learned, and able in its references to Romanism; "Earl Grey's Circular," by Dudley M. Perceval, Esq. (Rivingtons), pointing out the encouragement given to Romish Aggression by the conduct of the Colonial Minister "The Position of our Church as to Rome," a Sermon, by the Rev. Wilson Pedder (Masters), arguing the Catholicity of our Church against Rome; "On the Mode of Improving Present Opportunities," by the Rev. T. A. Maberly (Masters), suggesting an application for Convocation, and the freedom of the Church; "The Peril of Papal Aggression," by Anglicanus (Bosworth), a vigorous attack on Romish error and intolerance, and a recommendation of repressive measures; "Where has the Pope aggrieved?" by the Rev. H. Newland (Masters), dissuading from all opposition to the Papal Aggression; "The Church of England not High, not Low, but Broad as the Commandment of God," a Letter to the Prime Minister, by T. W. Peile, D.D. (J. W. Parker), suggesting an improved organization of the Church of England, with its Synods and augmented Episcopacy, as the true mode of meeting Romish Aggression:-a very valuable pamphlet; "Papal Aggressions; how they should be met," by "a Member of the United Church of England and Ireland" (J. W. Parker), recommending the expulsion of Tractarians from the Church; "Danger to the Faith," a Sermon at Haverstock Hill, by the Rev. J. Baines (Kingcombe), published by request of the congregation, and speaking even more freely against State Aggression than against Papal Aggression; "Cautions for the Times" (J. W. Parker), ably written tracts on matters connected

with the present state of the Church, and on Papal Aggression; "Notes on the Constitution of Sheepfolds," by J. Ruskin (Smith, Elder, and Co.), a curious medley of opinions on Church matters, violent against the priesthood, urgent for an increased Episcopate, for Church discipline, and for the union of Protestants; "The Unfruitful Vineyard," a Sermon, by the Rev. H. Lomas (Masters), very indignant at Lord John Russell's Durham Letter; "The True Cause of Dishonour to the Church of England," by the Rev. C. Marriott (J. H. Parker), pointing out State Aggression as the cause of fear now; "A Practical Address on Recent and Coming Events within the Church," by the Rev. George Sandby (Painter), strongly adverse to the Tractarian party, and yet not opposed to some alterations in our present system in the direction of Synods or Church assemblies of some sort.

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We have also, amongst other pamphlets bearing on these and similar questions. Lights on the Altar," by a Layman (Rivingtons), disapproving the practice; "Tractarian Tendencies," by Rev. Dr. Worthington (Hatchards), a strong attack on Mr. Bennett; "Dr. Arnold and Rev. W. J. E. Bennett," by John Wynne, an equally strong attack; "Party Spirit," by Rev. Canon Trevor (Bell), an expostulation with the Vicar of Sheffield, who had prevented him from preaching in the parish church; "A Plea for United Responding in the Public Worship," by Rev. J. F. Hodgson (Masters), a useful tract; "Assertions not Proofs: an Examination of the Rev. D. Wilson's Appeal" (Masters), an argument against Mr. Wilson's proposals; "Puseyites (so-called) no Friends to Popery," by Rev. J. Ingle: a well-meant pamphlet, but defending a cause which is no longer defensible; "The Prayers to be said or sung," by the Rev. W. B. Flower (Masters), in vindication of ritualism; "A Review of Rev. W. J. E. Bennett's Letter," by W. Thorpe, D.D. (Seeleys), in strong opposition to ritualism; "Defence of the Orthodox Party in the Church of England," by Hon. Colin Lindsay (Masters), comprising a defence of the alterations in divine worship recently effected, and general defence of what the author calls the "High Church Party;" "A Letter to Lord Ashley," by a Lay Member of the Church of England (Seeleys), suggesting alterations in the direction of dissent; "Statement of the Clergy of St. Saviour's (Masters), an attack on the Bishop of Ripon for attempting to suppress Romanizing practices; "Memorial of the Churchwardens of Westbourne," by Rev. H. Newland (Masters), a tract in which the extreme indulgence and kindness of the Bishop of Chichester stands in strong contrast to the tone of defiance adopted by Mr. Newland. Amongst other publications we may

notice "Adult Evening Schools," a Letter to the Bishop of Norwich by a Country Curate (Longmans), from which the following passage is extracted:

"The author of these pages entered upon the curacy of two parishes in this diocese in October. Though for the education of the rising generation of the poor of both parishes ample provision has been made for some years past, the older inhabitants, as in most parts of this diocese, are lamentably ignorant. To remedy this, Adult Evening Schools, meeting three times a week, were established in both parishes, the management of which was confided to the author. They met for the first time on the 3rd and 4th of December. At Parish A, the number on the first night was 11; at Parish B, 10. After the third week, the numbers greatly increased; and the average attendance for some time has been nearly 27 at Parish A, and nearly 40 at Parish B. The extent of knowledge at these schools is of a most elementary nature. At Parish A, not more than 3 or 4 can read with fluency. At B, the first class, containing 14 or 15, read fairly; the second class, imperfectly; and some in the third class cannot read at all. Writing and arithmetic are in the same elementary state.

"But a gratifying feature presents itself, in the high promise which these schools afford. The payments, for which no credit is allowed, are willingly made; the desire to improve is most eager; and the advancement is most rapid. Men who could not read a word, can now read and spell; some who had never formed a letter, can now write neatly on paper. In the first class at Parish B, men who could read on after a fashion, but not spell, nor bear to be questioned, can now spell well, and answer questions arising from the subject, readily and with gusto. They are, indeed, most eager to obtain knowledge, and in most cases they endeavour on off nights to improve themselves at home. The interest too, comparatively unfelt before, which they take in the progress of their children or relations at the National Schools, is most pleasing and valuable.

"I might here state my firm conviction, that had the study of vocal music been introduced (which a local circumstance forbade) the numbers would have been far greater. As it is, I have good reason for expecting that the following winter will witness a more numerous attendance, even without such a popular inducement.

"At Parish B, almost all of those who are not necessarily engaged, meet between services on the Sunday: though no one is then present but themselves, they are most orderly and assiduous under the conduct of the monitors. They afterwards proceed to church. Attendance on the Sunday is quite optional.

"The following is an analysis of the ages of the Adults at Parish B :— 1 above 40 4 above 25