The Cross in Politics. By Bernard M. Hancock. (G. Allen
and Sons. Is. net.)—Mr. Hancock has something to say-which, whether we can accept it or not, is always worth considering. The first paper is an earnest appeal to the voter to be guided by the sense of duty. Would not prisportiaaal representation help him ? OfteaAhe c*oites keit* 44145ief vbetiveen two policies which are equally selAstk, -la the niettsaisstjb*ptisra he would emphasise the -responsibilities of sponsors and parents. Infant baptism must always present a difficulty in this direction. Its value lies in the assertion that every human being belongs to Christ. Would Mr. Hancock be justified, legally or otherwise, in refusing baptism where the conditions which he would impose, reasonable notice intl. the presence of a really qualified sponsor, are not fulfilled ? Another matter is that Of the supply of clergy. Mr. Efahcock is anxious to increase it, but the increase, it would seem, must be from men of his own way of thinking. A Bishop is not to allow a title to be given to any incumbent -who will not guarantee two daily services. "All advertising for curates must be stopped.' There must, we suppose, be a Labour Exchange.
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