Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—P

People's Charter

(The). The six points of the People's Charter, formulated in 1848, are: Manhood Suffrage (now practically established).

Annual Parliaments.

Vote by Ballot (established).

Abolition of Property.

Qualification for Members of Parliament (the Qualification Test is abolished). Equal Electoral Districts.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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