New Ulm weekly review. [volume] (New Ulm, Minn.) 1878-1892, 1883-10-03

OSA AoSlO WitS ltS dfucu rs tn0 coming
man of the District" Maidens had
sighed after him and young men had
envied him. To see him thus crumble
and fall from his great social height,
was ominous OF coming evil of great
consequence. A community thus di.
vided against itself could not stand.
''Yes," exclaimed John Sumpter in
acquiescence, when one of the callers
had expressed an opinion, San about
the next thing we know the state of Ar
kansas will send men up here an try to
make US live under her laws, an then
fellers will hop up an wanter go to the
legislature
The neighbors groaned:
AS young novelists would say, sever
nj days after the startling events detail
ed in the last chapter, the people of the
village met in John Sumpter<s lecture
hall. After the singing OF kind of a
see-saw hymn, the work of '.District'
composer, John Sumpter arose to begin
his discourse when some one called
"Hold on moment, please"
Every one turned in surprise and
looked in the direction from which the
voice came.
Atall young man, neatly dressed, ad-
vanced.
"Who are you?'' demanded John
Sumpter.
civilian Lockwood
| can what doyou want in the District?
an why do you come here an poster
US when we are at Worship"
Il haven't time now, my good man,
to answer all your questions, which are
no doubt in order and perfectly natural.
I am amethodist minister Conference
has granted me the gratifying privilege
to 60 around and preach the gospel
where it is most needed. I have trav-
eled around great deal and am fortu-
nate in finding this place. Stand aside
a few moments and will proceed to
dedicate the house to true worship
"You git outen here!' demanded sew
eral voices. ''You amt got no business
a-tamperin' with u.s.
Brother Simmons, give lis another
tune, +" said John Sumpter, addressing
the leader of the choir.
'Hold on!' demanded the Methodist
preacher. ''We are commanded to
preach the gospel to every living crea-
ture. You are living creatures, although
you attempt to impress stranger with
the idea that you are not. don't want
any trouble, but I'm going to preach in
this house. To further my plans and
to increase the respect which l know
this congregation has for ne, I will
state that am regarded as the best
pistol shot in the state" and he drew a
couple of revolvers, and advancing to
the table, he showed John Sumpter's
hymn book aside and deposited his
weapons. II would advise my hearers
that in order to enjoy that exuberance
of health which kind Providence has
bestowed, not to leave this house until
the benediction is pronounced. Hold
on" and he cooked pistol and leveled
it at man who rose. "Sit down." And
the man sat down.
eli any of the women desire to leave
they can do so. Women have never
had an equal chance with men, but on
this occasion I have decided to grant
them special privileges. Having thus
explained, will proceed with my SER
mon"
The men were so mystifed by the
bOldness of the stranger that they sat
and gazed at him. He took q text and
proceeded at once to expound his views
on the subject. He told them how they
were violating the laws of God and man
by their exclusiveness, and denounced
them for bringing up their children in
ignorance of the world.
SsIsl1 bo h1orooI ;f nv, o+ooJ
exclaimed John Sumpter, arising and
turning upon the preacher. Several
others, emboldened by their leader also
arose.
''Stand back, gentlemen" said the
preacher" ''You know l am telling
you the truth"
'.You are liar,'' shouted jeff
Magic.
''He's not a liar," exclaimed voice,
and John Sumpter's daughter, who had
been sitting with her face buried in her
hands, advanced with majesty which
caused the men to fall back.
''You, Lamuth," exclaimed John
Sumpter. What do you mean?,"
s'Just what say. You know that
we have all been raised in ignorance.
You know it and cannot deny it and
tell the TRUTH
'My good GIRL" said the preacher,
not in the least abashed, extending his
hand. II told you would come here.
Now lam here, and with your help can
accomplish much"
''You shall have my help"
swell, sit down like the good girl
you are, and let me finish nv sermon
for / fear the congregation will become
inpatient
The congregation remained quiet du-
ring the remainder of the discourse, and
when the benediction was pronounced,
every man arose and quietly walked
away.
. John Sum Sqmpter," said jeff Magic.
''That's what made her mope.''
''That is what made her NOPE, jeff.
''When she was away she seed him
an fell in love with him an told him
to come here -
6 That's about it, jeff"
''He's got the bulge on me-"
Peers that way
''Reckin' I'll travel"
''B'peve I would jeff
The preacher walked home with John
Sumpters daughter. Old Sumpter was
slow at first in entering into converse
ton with him. but after while he be-
gan to thaw and then he grew warm.
The stranger was very interesting, and
was so kindly disposed towards every
one that John Sumpter began to like
him. The next day the preacher was
introduced all around as John Stump.
ter's future son-in-law. and the next
week, just after the performance of
marriage ceremony, a church was regu-
larry organized.
A railroad now runs through the
town and near a new church, not far
from John Sumpter's new house, stands