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Discusses the 'Temple case', which involved the writing of a controversial essay by Dr Temple [on the subject of religion]. Claims that he is not surprised that 'High Church men and Low Church men...are vexed at his appointment.' Remarks that nor is he inclined to blame [Pusey] 'for his passionate appeals to those who think with him'. Refers to his letters, and states that he thought that 'on the whole his position is quite reasonable and intelligible'. Believes that he [Pusey] 'is ready to accept Disestablishment with all it's [sic] disadvantages.' Claims to feel indignant with 'certain Bishops, Deans, Canons etc who cling to the advantages of a National Establishment and yet kick against it's [sic] most obvious obligations...' States that he does not yet know about his movements at Christmas, and that he has not quite made up his mind about going to Florence with AS. Thinks that Abbott would be a suitable candidate for the position of headmaster, but hears that he has no chance. Thinks that of those who do have a chance he would prefer Percival.