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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1874-06-27
TESTIMONIALS.

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w. G. CHANDLER, Assistant Architect
LOUISVILLE, KY. May ls 1873
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especially the N grade" ~
CLEVELAND, O., Feb, Is, 1873.
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pencils We ever sed, super or To The best Europe
an pencils HEAD d SON. Architec's'
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purposes for which pen and ink are nov used
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PITTsBuRGH, Nay %, 1878.
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BUaIIxeroF, W., April a5, 1873.
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Book keeper for sny .er brothers.
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MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK.
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TROUBLES IN LOUISVILLE, KY.

For some time past notice has been taken 10 some
Of the Journals secular and religious, of serious
tro-'l e e. -h- frsj Presbyterian Church in Louis
vile, Of which the Rev. Il. Wilson is the pastor
Hoping it might soon be composed, and not think
ing it for general edifcatOn to spread at once the
knowledge Of dssensions over the whole church.
which may be only local and temporary, nothing
has heretofore been published in this paper so far
as we remember, concerning the unhappy strife
referred 70. But it has now assumed character
which makes it hardly consistent with the duty Of
a Journal Of our church longer to withhold from
its readers the information belonging to the mat
ter But instead Of undertaking at distance so
remote to prepare a statement Of the case, it is
Judged best to transfer TO our columns the account
furnished By the Christian Observer. paper pub
hshed on the ground.
Should il be deemed proper to offer extended
remarks upon the subject, or any particular ques-
ton connected with it, they may come more ap
propriately at another time. when the whole case
shall have become more fully developed by action
Of the Presbytery, OF by other parties. AT present
the prospect is that this mother-ehurch Of Presby-
terianism in Louisville, and having in it large
material Of admirable character, is to be utterly
rent sssunder and subjected to bitter strife, So
cial and legal This is mOurnful spectacle, and
We are sure It fills thousands Of Christian hearts in
Kentucky and out Of it with deepest modification
and SORROW This much we feel bound TO say, that
there Is no aspect Of the question which can justify
DR.. Wilson in the violent course which he has
pursued, and We think the clearest, calmest jldg-
ment viii search in vain for any good end to be at
tanned by it.
Iii some comfort to think that when the Lord
Jesus established his church in this world, it was
organized in view of standing great deal Of folly,
sin and violence. not only from its enemies without,
but also from its friends within. 1t has answered
the authors purpose, and We suppose it will do
so in the present case; but It Is a thousand pties
TO see such mischief wrought when any ordinary
degree Of Christian kindness, prudence and for
bearance would in al probability have led to very
different result.
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financial embarrassments of the country. 1t this
debt were paid the school might be regarded as on
a firm basis But crisis is now upon US, and no
less the debt can be paid within few weeks, 1t will
necessitate the resignation If one or more probes
sors, and will give blow G the institution, from
which it will not soon recover, if at all. Now, as
one of the Curators Of the college, appeal to the
friends of education in our Church to come forward
and meet this debt. and thus save to US school
which is doing so noble work Can we afford to
lose, or even cripple, school that is sending SO
many young men into the ministry, by our delay IN
paying debt of only $l,5OO2 All the reasons for
founding the school now call upon us to sustain 1t.
The debt should be paid before Christmas. Are
there not those in our Church who will come Tor
ward and pay it? Let not the elders of Holston
Presbytery forget their voluntary promise, made at
our fall meeting to do what they could in this mat
ter. Moneys for this purpose can be sent to Joseph
r. Anderson, Bristol, Tenn.
S. B. CAMPBELL.
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1Mattied,s

November 26th, in Milton, N. c., by the Rev u.
Hines, E. P. HINES and Miss SARAH B PATTERSON,
daughter of David Patterson, Esq all Of Milton. sd
November 18th, at the residence of the brides
father, by the Rev. A. F, Laird, JOHN P. McDAy-
MAID and Miss SADIE 81. MoCLMTIc, both Of Bath
county, Va 9nl ,neaieDail9 ja9d8id eos 13fsRl
November 1ath, in Morganton, NJ Co by Rev.,
r B. Anderson, j. NJ. RODGERS, ESQ.,, of Shreve-
port, La, and Miss MARY JONES ERWIN, Of Nor
Canton. iGf ,sSis1q 10 51l0g Oh d5.W ss9i1c.
November 18th, at the residence of the BRIDES
father, near Leesburg, Tenn by the Rev. John r.
King, Rev. d. o. BYERs, of Virginia, and Miss Ell BE-
LA NJ. CARAAcK' doidg fI.W slsgsyIf bBs sa3H
November 18th by the Rev. Charles Il. Read,
D. D. at the residence Of the brides father in this
city. ALBERT C nBRUCE, of Charlotte comfy, Va,
and Miss NARY E., daughter Of Philip F. Howard.
November 18th, in Moorefeld, West Va, by the
Rev. g. w. White, JAS. w. CUNNINGHAM, OF Grant
county, and Miss LIZZIE SiYMoVR, of srdy county,
November 18th, in the same place, by the samer
GEoRGE h. KUYKESDALL aud Miss JANE q. GIlKE,
SON, daughter Off. B. Gilkeson, Esq, all of Moore
field. III III .b.u59 ysif tpJF
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

Romanism and Civil Liberty.-This SUBJECT
which has so often shaken the fabric OF So
ciety, has been recently renewed in Great Britain
under form that will carry the discussion into
every hamlet in the kingdom. Mr.. Gladstone,
the late Prime Minister, has published pamphlet
IN which the ground is boldly and explicitly taken
that the doctrine of infalibility, claimed and re-
Gently defined as belonging to the Pope, is neon
sistent with civil liberty.
Archbishop Manning, the highest Roman Catn
Ole dignitary in the realm has made reply ana
the issue is now joined, and the sensation IN all
quarters is intense.
10 this country Archbishop Bailey, OF Baltimore
has also made reply, and the Richmond Dispatch
Of this morning Tuesday, Dec, ~ contains let
ter on the same subject from Bishop Gibbons, OF
this city, to the Nepo York Herald.
This question is at the present time one OF pro-
found interest to Christendom, and is engaging the
serious attention of the most sagacious statesmen
of Europe. 1t is likely now to be explored to Its
foundations and the discussion will be keenly scru-
tanzed both by Church and State, and by all par
ties.
As the letter of Bishop Gibbons brings the ques
ton, in some respects, along by our own door,
there seems to be an increased obligation to give
our readers such further information concerning II
at its importance demands But as these few lines
Gil up our columns this week, the subject must bt
reserved for another issue.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02
The Presbyterian Home" at Memphis,
Tennessee.

The Memphis Presbyterian states the following
facts respecting this institution:
/. With regard to the amount received, we
would state that there was forwarded to the editor
ofths paper and to the brethren OF the city. from
the friends of the suffering in all parts OF our land,
little over SO 600 and friend having given
very valuable and admirable lot for the purpose
building committee, consisting of u W: Macrae'
Q. O. Graham, and w. w. Schoofeld was ap
pointed, and arrangements made tor the erection
of the House. A number of friends 10 the city
have come to the help of the committee and by
donations Of 500 EACH have constituted themselves
life members of The Home, while Others by the gift
of smaller sums have aided 10 the good work; =
But more help is needed to carry the building for
ward to completion, and it is sincerely hoped that
God will raise no many friends in Its behalf.
2. With regard TO the design OF the Home, we
would state that it is intended to ait lrd temporary
assistance to widows helpless females, orphans,
and needy children of all denominations as Tar as
we may be able its name, Presbyterian, only i'm.
plying that it is under the care of the Presbyterian
churches of our city, and that its first care will be
given to the needy of our own household OF faith,
and then to all others as God may give US oppor-
| tunity. tgaflt tsa lu
The design of the institution is not to encourage
idleness aud dependence but to stimulate and en-
courage independence and self-respect, and, there
| fore, it is proposed to give only Temporary and
partial aid Except in special cases. and to thus
[ help the benefciares of the Home to help them
selves
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02
PropOrtiOnate Giving.

A Bible-collector in giving his views upon this
sui iec, sends the following illustration when
| was in Caledonia, Racine county, this summer,
called upon man for his contribution to the Bible
cause. He is not wealthy man. He does his own
work on the farm. He looked over his books, and
said his contribution would be seventy dollars
asked him: Why this remarkable benevolenceY
He said Six years ago l felt was not giving
enough to the Lord, so l resolved to give in pro-
portion to His blessings, and bit upon this plan:
| will give FIVE cents for every bushel OF wheat
raise, three cents for every bushel of OATS barley
etc., ten per cent, for the wool, butter etc., that
sell. The first year gave twenty dollars the sec
ond thirty-6ve the third forty-seven, the fourth
forty nine, the fifth ffty'nine, and this year my
Bible contribution is seventy dollars For twenty
years previous my DOCTORS bills had not been less
than twenty dollars year, but for the last six years
they have not exceeded two dollars year. tell
you, there is that scattereth and yet inoreasetb,
and the liberal soul shall be made fat. ;" How
many will follow this mans example Bible So
ciety Record.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02
For THE CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN.
The Augusta Church.

Dear DR.. Brown have just read your article
on the Augusta Church Communion Service.
remember hearing my grand mother speak OF the
difficulties her fore fathers had had to raise money
to buy so handsome service. Her eyes would
sparkle with pride as she would finish with, But
they did it. and they did it themselves, aud asked
nobody to help them"
When the gentlemen hesitated, and proposed
sending it back, and the gentleman you spoke OF
advised its being kept an old lady In the church
tod them to keep it. "She had saved money
enough (she said) to buy her family set of knives
and forks; but they would eat with their wooden
spoons, as they had done, and furnish the Lords
table first, and she knew God would help them y
This was only one instance of the kind OF self denial
that was practced to build and furnish the church.
There is one striking feature in the history OF
this church you omitted to mention, that shows
the people have proved worthy Of the example
their ancestors set them. In 1860, when the Pres
bytery took you away from them, the church was
ll3 years old. 1t had never had but four pastors,
three of whom were buried in its church yard
and, as the dear old Doctor, representing the con-
gregation, told the Presbytery, we had all hoped
to bury you there too. L.
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A Contrast.
The following sentence is from the New Y ork In

The following sentence is from the New York In
dependent of last week:
The Presbyterian Banner lies ?"
This is brief explicit, and to the point. 1t is
liable to the objection that hitherto such language
has not been much in use among gentlemen, but
this may not be an objection to those who control
the Independent 1t is. however, only new illus
tration of the old fact that principle may be very
lovely, and practice very unlovely. Not long ago
the Independent contained "Lly Sermon" writ
ten by Henry G. Bowen" who styles himself
editor and proprietor of the Independent. The
following arc the closing sentences of the Lay
Sermon"
Don't despise any thing which God hath ere
ated in heaven. earth, or sea, for he hath called
all things good.
Don't neglect anything in the whole round of
Christian duty and further, remember that all
things shall work together for good to them that
love God
FINALLY, brethren, whatsoever things are true,
whatsoever things are honest whatsoever things
are Just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever
things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good
report, &C., think on these things, and the
God of peace be with you Amen"
1.-THE God of peace be with you. Amen.'-
"The Presbyterian Banner lies - Out of the
same mouth proceedeth blessing and curSing. The
a." brethren, we think, may we'll decline to be ex-
horted about things lovely" and of good re-
port" by one whose natural speech betrayeth him,
and renders his sermonizng ungracious and repul-
PHILADELPHIA Presbyterian.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

BE IN Coop TIME.-Lest those still
in arrears should forget, they are again
reminded that it is our purpose to put this
paper upon strictly CASH BASIS on the Let
Of January. All papers, without exception,
not paid for in advance to that date, will be
discontinued. No other rule can be applied,
and we urge our friends to be SO good as to
square accounts at once, and let US be ready
for the new order of things. The postage
will be paid by this Office, without cost to
subscribers, and thus the price of the paper
will be diminished by that amount.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

Where is the Plaee?-It is not our habit to
use the columns of this paper for personal recon-
mendatons but occasion is taken to say that We
have intimate knowledge, personal and otherwise,
of most estimable young gentleman, who wishes
to be engaged in some good employment, without
being very choice in other respects. He has, how
ever, valuable experience as bookseller, and is
an excellent organist He is a member of the
Presbyterian Church, and would be a valuable
acquisition anywhere. Any person wishing further
information can receive it in the most ample form
BY addressing the editor of this paper.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

Contribution Next Sabbath.-The Committee
Of Publication and indeed our whole Church will
await with much interest the result of the eoutri
button next Sabbath, December 9th. In accord
ance with request made BY the Synod of Vir-
giuia, subscription papers have been sent to every
pastor and vacant church in our whole connection.
This viii be a convenience to many. If the matter
is presented in each church for the benefactiOns
Of the people, it may be confidently expected that
the response viii be satisfactory. 1t may be well
10 suggest that those having charge Of these col
lections should not wait TN al that may be sub
soribed 10 each congregation is paid. Il will be
great relief to the Committee if they viii transmit
Immediately to the Treasurer the amounts actually
received next Sabbath, and the remainder when it
is collected. Address: Charles Geaaet Treasurer
~ Presbyterian COMMITTEE Of Publication
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

Presbyterial Reports to the General Assem-
blythe last General Assembly passed an order
that the Committee of Publication should prepare
an adequate supply of reports Of church sessions to
their Presbyteries, and of Presbyteries to the
General Assembly Ito be sent without charge to
the stated clerks of Presbyteries, and without
cost These forms have been prepared and will
soon be distributed They will be Of great ad-
vantage in securing full and accurate reports. The
form for Presbyterial report especially is so pre-
pared that if stated clerks fail in future to fill up
the blanks correctly, it will not be for want OF
the plainest possible directions.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02
RECENT PUBLICATIONS.

BLAoKwoop's EDINBURGH MAGAZINE for November
Through the Leonard Scott Publishing Company.
Contents;
Modern Scientific Materialsm ; The Story of Val
entine, and his Brother-Part IL; The Abode of
S-The Valley of the Shadow of Death
British Association, 1874; Prussian Military Ma
neuvres; Ancient Clsssics-Latin Literature; No
Highlands this Year; Lord Dslhng's Life of Lord
Palmerston.
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Giving to the Lord, "A writer in the Occident
power of the Presbyterian Church.. He comes to
the conclusion that $500 year is within the aver
age income of each church member. which upon
membership Of say 500, 900 makesthe total annual
income $3.50 900 600. One tenth of this would be
$25 900 200 annually the contributions actually
given average about $9O 600 O0oor little over four
per cent. He adds: ~ Comparing ourselves with
other denominations, we doubtless have done well.
of this worlds good upon US have We not reason
to be humbled before him? And may we not hear
the voice of his providence and his grace, saying,
Speak unto the children OF Israel that they go
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Ettlesiastifal Aotitss.
CALLED MEETING OF EAST HANOVER

At the request of 7. Pryor, d. D., and G. L. Pc
trie, (ministers;) aud Messrs. Thomas Fournoy and
W. q. Tappey, (elders y do hereby in accordance
with the provisions Of our Form of Government,
(Chsp. K, Sec. X,) call a meeting of East Hanover
Presbytery, to be held in the Second Presbyterian
Church, Petersburg on Wednesday, 10th OF Deem
Der, 1874, at 1880 p M for the transaction Of the
following business, to wit: Examining and, if the Z
way be clear licensing Mr. T. T. Jones, a candi-
date for the Gospel Ministry now under the care of
this Presbytery. frsr,ai- god seal8ssoo ana ~
NEASDER NJ. WOODS, Moderator.
Norfolk, Va, Nov. %, IA l-.L e-lt DIV L.1-
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The EDINBURGH REVIEW for October. Through
the Leonard Scott Publishing Company, Al
Barclay street, New York. Contents:
Seharnhorst; The Book of Caraverock; English
Fugitive Songs and Lyrics The Census of France in
1872; Convocaton, Parliament and the Prayer
Book; Comets and Meteors; Origin and History of
the Grenadier Guards; Remains Antichrist Journal
of Mr.. Charles Greville; The Session and the Min
istry
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

King Collsge-It is well to say word in be
half OF this promising institution. Il does faithful
and valuable service to the country, aud has in
special manner nourished young men for the min
istry in the Presbyterian Church. The address
Of Rev, s Campbell makes known its wants,
and We heartily recommend it as deserving the
benelactio1s Of the public.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

GoldsbOrO Messenger of North Carolina, says
"Our former countyman, Capt. H. j. Carraway,
who resides at Halifax, in this State, on recent
of the Strangers, and there received family Bible
the property of Mrs. VIM. Carraway of Wayne
county, which had been captured by one of Sher
mans bummers in 1865. The Bible had few
days before been sent to the Rev. DR.. Deems by a
lady who had taken it from an ex-Federal soldier.
The Asheville, N. c., Erpositor says Bald Noun
tain is again on toe shake. A few nights ago FIVE
or six terrible shocks were felt at the distance Of
six miles. Glasses on the tables were made to rat
tie. The shocks were equal to those Of last winter.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

Mixed schools in Washington city, for colored
and white children, have not met with favor by
either class of people. 1t is now proposed to Or
ganize the schools separately, and the plan, being
signed by all of the trustees including the colored
members, furnishes reason for believing that
there is to be no further attempt to bring about q
system of mixed schools in this District.
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1874-12-02

The Williamsburg Church The building of
a Presbyterian church in this ancient capital Of
the Old Dominion was spoken Of some time ago
We are informed that arrangements are made for
proceeding With this good work The Rev n NJ
Woods, Of Norfolk, Va, is authorized to receive
any contributions for 1t, and those good friends
who have indicated their purpose to give aid will
please send Il accordingly; aud also those in whose
hearts such benevolent purpose may at any time
be formed.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1874-08-06
Lightning.

We have heard of the play" of the
lightning II did real, downright, earn
est work on Friday of last week. We
have heard of wheat stacks burned as fol-
lows:
George Huckins, living near Door Vii
lage. one stack partially destroyed
Mr.. Kramer, of Springfield township,
lost stack Of wheat.
A. r. Cutler had a stack set on fire, but
1t was extinguished with but little loss.
Mr.. Buck, living near Mrs. Burson' S
lost stack.
Houses and barn struck as follows:
The house of L. J. Dicks, at Kings
bury; and the Argus says he wants a
lightning rod man to visit him right away.
We should like to accompany Wadsworth
out there and see the interview
The barn of Mrs. Hawkins, near Kings
bury, which was set on fire, but quickly
exfinguished
The barn of Calvin Hayes, of Spring
consumed. with a ten acre wheat crop.
John O'Dell's house. shocking the in
mates. and injuring them all, more or less
but killing no one.
We hear also of stock being injured OF
killed, as follows:
Mr.. II. G. Wickham, of Rolling Prairie
lost colt.
In Mr.. Hawkins barn, a horse was kill
ed and pig had its hair burned off, and
still lives-a close shave.
In a number of places people were Sc
verely shocked and somewhat injured but
we hear of no one killed
Besides the loss from lightning; oat;
were in some localities blown down, ant
much damaged, and corn laid fiat on the
ground Altogether, it was worse than
California earthquake.-Laports Caroni
cIe
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1874-08-06
Missouri, Kansas & Texas R'y

The completion of the great iron bridge
over the Missouri river at Boonville, en-
ables this popular line to offer still better
facilities for the business between the
Northeast and the great Southwest.
Two daily trains will be run between
Hannibal and points in the great Neosho
valley, in direct connection with all lines.
Also, two daily trains between st. Louis
and points in Southern Kansas.
For the Texas trade, new and better
facilities are offered. The rates have
been greatly reduced, and arrangements
have been made whereby through Pull
man palace sleeping cars are run from
Chicago, Quincy, Hannibal and st. Louis,
to Galveston. without change, passing
through the finest portion or Southwest
Missouri. Southern Kansas, the Indian
Nation, and the most desirable portion Of
Texas.
Any one contemplating a trip to South
erri Kansas, the Indian Nation or Texas
should address Thomas Dorwin, general
passenger agent, Sedalia, No.. for COR
rect map, with time tables, rates fare
&C., DC.