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92 would scarcely be tolerated, such services not being identified with any particular attitude in relation to ecclesiastical views. That the Church has taken her full share in the secular education of the people is evidenced by the establishment of day schools in connection with every parish. Some, comparatively few, have been obliged to transfer the use of their buildings to the School Board. And no wonder, for in some parts of Manchester where working people most do congregate, it has proved impossible for the clergy of the parish to maintain the day schools as well as the other institutions of which they have charge. The artisan population is gregarious in character and disposition, and it is not surprising, therefore, that the clergy have been able, with the co-operation of the laity, to form clubs and societies for the promotion of suitable and healthy recreation. In a word, the Church has held, and continues to hold, an immense influence among the vast population of South Lancashire generally. Witness their choice of representatives in the House of Commons, who are identified with the maintenance of the Church and her time-honoured privileges and responsibilities.”

“Now, a word about the Cathedral.”

“I have said that the ancient churches of Lancashire have been centres towards which large public feeling has gravitated. An apt instance is ready to hand in the hearty manner in which the restoration of Manchester Cathedral