The national Republican. [volume] (Washington City [D.C.]) 1866-1870, 1868-01-27

he heard men speak lightly Of religion he would
said, and when he would hear men use ungodls
remarks he would promptly check them and In.
form them Of their error. Although he did not
children could see and feel that he was true and
faithful believer In God.
, The speskcraga alluded to the heavy expense
General Force Incurred In his great work OF coll
Letting material for his library; hut, finally, said
he, relief came at last and such was his character
,ha, nc immcdistely cancelled number OF debts
In his last illncip, he called his children about
him, Informed them that his days were but few.
win but that he would leave what he had dN with IN
them. He believed they would do what was right
by each other-he had faith in them.
During his last Illness three ministers called on
him. One Of them observed that he would IRE.
gnesnthy cast hls eyes up 70 his empty shelves,
done; il IS done weiin He wss informed th.t 4.
children desired declaration as to whether or
not he felt prepared for another world, to which
SSps TO dHrs Re wE. ssoo
to kncel down; but be was too faint. A prayer
was offered up to the Throne Of Grace In his be-
from his lips, appropriate expressions conccrn.
Ing him. Will very much enfecbled, and when
ne heard the church bells, he remarked. family,
not forget such testimonials OF feeling for his
welfare He was asked to what he alluded, and
ne 5respondea fccbly that 4 was the kind visits
happy all iswell."
Tor such persons were possessed Of deep thought.
It might be that 1t would be better for such per.
sons to throw off their reticence; but 1t was an
established fact that such persons were the
deepest thinkers. II should not he expected,
the speaker continued, that all should he as we
are. Deep conviction alone should rule the
heart and life of man, as was the case with him
whose remains were now lying In the cold en-
brace OF death before them.
In anls IL a
that there was always somethin c,lamitous and
sau IN the death OF youth, and II was still more
terrible to see those in the meridian OF life de-
part from amongus Any calamity to any family,
Of old or young, II was sorrowful to contem.
plate; but the worthy divine had found, in his
him to sec the old gray-hsircd lay down and die.
II always afforded lesson solemn, impressive,
s anu sublime. They were now in the forest of
Rsketl was lying before them. II was some.
Times nippantiy said, the old must die. None of
them, they should ever hear in mind, had an
abiding city. The breath Of all was corrupt, and
there was but one step between them and death,
a., ana that all would pray, 80 prepare us for
His interview with deceased, only few days
since, was impressive and solemn, and his re-
mains now suggested another lesson that should
cause az to be prepared to follow on in the wake
The reverend doctor hero offered up an i'm.
prcssiye and fcrvent prayer, after which he read
departed friends or shake at deaths alarms! !"
Ihis having been sung, the Rev; DIR. Gillette
pronounced the benediction, and the remains OF
deceased were carried back to the hearse.
Among the audience we noticed three ex-
mayors OF Washington, to wit Messrs Walter
Lenox, James q. Berrett, and Roger q. Weight
man.
The funeral cortcge moved OF and proceeded
70 Glenwood Cemetery, where what Is left Of
that great and good man, General Peter Force,
Creek Church Cemetery, as, General Force re:
secluslon.
. FUNERAL or JosEPH WILLIAMSON, EsQ.-Tho
funeral OF the late Joseph Williamson took
place yesterday afternoon from his late residence
NJ street, between Thirteenth and Fourteenth.
The funeral services at the house were conducted
BY Rey. Nj. Coombs, assisted by Rev. Mr. Sweet.
ESsey Escssmpmsnt No. . and the r. W. Grand
was taken to Glenwood Cemetery, and buried
according to the ritual of the Odd Fellows. Rev
Mf @sSy ye at E5sxe in hs
Office, and possessed the confidence of
General Scott while living, who frequently en-.
trusted him with important confidential matters.
MISSIONARY SERVICES At WAUGH CuApgL.-
Yesterday missionary anniversary was held at
Waughs chapel, corner OF Third and A streets,
In charge, preached at IL o'clock, a m, from St.
Matthew, 18th chapter and 3sth verse. The
words are as follows: "The field is the world"
stated that he thought that the Saviour
was speaking In comparison with the gospel rs
the grains of sand compared with the continent
and the drops of water with the many rivers OF
the world. In speaking of the vast globe he
that there was some two millions of
square miles OF the earth's surface, which is In.
habited by nine hundred millions Of souls, who
are pressing towards the gates of hell or the
Judgment seat of God. These pass away three
times every century and others supply their
value than the whole world. Here he called
their attention to the wickedncss of the world
and Asia, over all of which hangs a dark gloom.
Then he crossed over to the new world of which
he gave a general history. He said that 1t was
some parts of this country. Right here at home
Inhdelity sits In high places under the cloak OF
morality, Does the word of God approve this
He thought that the words of Christ answered
no. He further remarked that the kingdom OF
This world would become the kingdom OF God
Every real soldier OF the cross does not want
take the open field The Christians watchword |
'hould be mhow many sinners arc there, and where |
,hurch Of God is where His true soldiers are
Christianity hlesses all in all ages and condi-
Ions 1t asks you to go with 1t over the fields
% 60 with her to preach the Gospel everywhere
hat sin, death, and sorrow abound; for there is
10 hope where either exists: God asks US, with
IS grace, to go and preach his Gospel to the be.
ig. ted millions. He spoke at length of the mis-
ionari"s In distant countries of their trials and
Thsy ssSs a" ths AS! S and dear
n their friends. hull to their enemies. He asked
he question why thcy did 1t, and answered, be.
ause the love ofChrlst abounds in their hearts,
nd that they did 1t for His sake; also, of the
many trials Of our home missionaries serving
rod In the lanes, alleys, and by the sick beds
Explained to the audience as regards giving to
he cause Of Christ, and compared the ingather-
ng OF souls to tbs building ola mighty temple to
'hrist He says to all: GO, gather and polish
tone for this temple" The temple Is being
uilt; Christ Is the corncr.stohei the Apostles,
he fathers, the Wesieys, and Whitfield, and
AMY others, are the building material When
he Read-stone is placed upon It, may we share a
ood portion OF the glory. The hel Is the world.
Iet us go out and gather; there 10 room for all.
'or every one that has gathered soul to the
old for Uh. lst will reap reward In Heaven.
iere he insisted Oh all to make Investments In
he great monument especially the young men,
rho spend their money for Intoxicating drink
nd go to the theatres. Several good brothers
assed through the congregation with cards and
askets and gathered pretty handsome sum for
he missionary cause.
EVENING SERVICES.
At the evening session of the missionary an
iyersary, Senator James Harlan, from Iowa,
resided, and the exercises commenced by the
18th the words-"From Grccnlands Icy Noun.
sins.r
The singing was led by W. W. $. Dyer, esq,
nd we have seldom heard better MUSIC.
Prayer was delivered by Rev Mr. Burr, and
his was followed by the children's re Deum.'
The pieces were placed on the platform in the
blowing order: That Of Rev George W. Mark.
am Society, Lady Huntington Society, Mr..
Ierrick's Society, Pearl GatherePs' Sucibty, |