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Rev Francis Ward Monck and William Oxley, spiritualists
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Rev Francis Ward Monck and William Oxley, spiritualists
Rev Francis Ward Monck (right, c. 1842-?)) and William Oxley (1823-1905), spiritualists. Oxley was a Methodist, Swedenborgian, spiritualist and writer based in Manchester. Ward Monck was a former Baptist minister who was discredited in 1876 for his involvement in hoax seances, although some people maintained that his mediumship was genuine. Date: circa June 1876
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1876 Baptist Francis Genuine Hoax Manchester Manifestation Medium Mediumship Methodist Minister Monck Reverend Seances Spirit Spiritualism Spiritualist Spiritualists Ward Wreath Oxley Paranormal
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In this intriguing photograph from the 1870s, two prominent spiritualists, Reverend Francis Ward Monck and William Oxley, are seen in deep conversation. The Reverend Monck, on the right, was a former Baptist minister who gained notoriety in the spiritualist community for his involvement in hoax seances in the late 1870s. However, despite being discredited by many, some continued to believe in the authenticity of his mediumship. Monck, who wore a wreath of flowers on his head, was known for his manifestations of spirits during his séances. William Oxley, on the left, was a complex figure in his own right. He was a Methodist, Swedenborgian, spiritualist, and prolific writer based in Manchester. Oxley's spiritual beliefs were influenced by his study of the works of Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish theologian and mystic. Despite his involvement in spiritualism, Oxley maintained a strong connection to the Methodist Church. The two men's meeting in this photograph likely took place around June 1876, a time when Monck's mediumship was under intense scrutiny. The photograph offers a glimpse into the world of spiritualism during this fascinating and controversial period in history. The men's serious expressions and the simple yet elegant setting of the photograph add to the intrigue and mystery surrounding their conversation. The photograph is a reminder of the complex and nuanced beliefs that defined the spiritualist movement in the Victorian era.
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