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A Derby Obstruction, 1861
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A Derby Obstruction, 1861
A Derby Obstruction, 1861. Disraeli is endeavouring to obstruct the passage of the phaeton being driven by Lord Palmerston, with Gladstone beside him and Lord Russell in the rear seat. Disraeli says Shan t get out o the way. I d like to upset the lot of yer! Mr Gladstones Budget of 1860 had proposed the abolition of the duties on paper. This created a crisis as the Conservative majority in the House of Lords chose to reject this particular proposal. Gladstone had been furious, so, in 1861, he altered the budged procedures, embodying all the years financial proposals, including the repeal of the paper duties, into one enormous bill. If the Lords wanted to reject the repeal of the paper duties, they would have to reject the whole Budget proposal. There was vigorous and vociferous opposition to this plan from the Conservative opposition here represented by Disraeli seated on a small donkey-drawn cart. From Punch, or the London Charivari, June 1, 1861
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In this print titled "A Derby Obstruction, 1861" we are transported back to a moment of political tension and rivalry in the 19th century. The image captures a humorous scene where Benjamin Disraeli, seated on a small donkey-drawn cart, obstructs the passage of Lord Palmerston's phaeton. With William Ewart Gladstone by his side and Lord Russell in the rear seat, Disraeli defiantly declares, "Shan't get out o' the way. I'd like to upset the lot of yer!". The context behind this comical encounter lies in Gladstone's Budget proposal from 1860 which aimed to abolish duties on paper. This decision sparked controversy as it was rejected by the Conservative majority in the House of Lords. In response, Gladstone cleverly consolidated all financial proposals into one massive bill for 1861, forcing opponents to reject his entire budget if they wanted to oppose repealing paper duties. Disraeli represents fierce opposition against this plan and is depicted here with sullen expression and blinkers on his donkey-cart symbolizing narrow-mindedness. This satirical engraving from Punch magazine reflects not only political tensions but also highlights horse racing culture with its reference to the Derby. Through this photograph print, we witness an intriguing moment in history where politics intertwines with humor and sport. It serves as a reminder that even amidst serious debates and power struggles within society, there is always room for laughter and satire.
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