The Portland daily press., 1885-08-12
OCEAN PARK.
An Hour at World Building.

Under the above title, Prof. D. M. Fisk, A.
NJ, professor Of geology in Hillsdale Col
lege, gave one of the most brilliant addresses
on the formation of the world, from the cha
otic state to the preparation of the earth for
the beginning of life, that it was ever our
pleasure to listen to. Beginning with the
statement that matter is" succession of
graphic word pictures brought before us the
mighty processes by which the awful forces
of nature, under the ruling of natures god,
resolved the seething elements into our little
planet, which we know as the earth.
woSfAN's CONVENTION.
At Up. m, Mrs. Burlingame, State Presi-
dent of the Rhode Island w. C. T. u, called
the convention to order
After Bible talk by Mrs. Burlingame
prayer was offered by Mrs. Ramsey.
A concise and thoughtful paper on ''Perso-
nal culture Christian duty" was then pre-
sented by Mrs. Prof. Bachelor, Hillsdale,
Mich.
The lack of early opportunities for culture
may be largely mitigated in these days by
the abundance of excellent, but low-prieed
literature. The need of culture for women is
imperative for the atmosphere of home is de-
termined by the wOmanliness in it. The
mothers influence on her child is indelible.
The spirit of the times demands indepen-
dent research. 1t is a day Of questions. The
fact that we have powers admitting of i'm
provement is conclusive evidence that they
should be improved.
Culture brings reserved force and knOwl-
edge is the handspring of Christian enter
prise. Personal culture adds to the physical
well being. Those who fear cultured women
will not be ableto please their husbands with
their culinary successes need have no fear. A
true woman will bring the refining influence
of her culture to bear upon the humblest du
dies of life. Culture carried to q certain
point needs no further impetus, it will push
itself.
Interesting discussion followed, participa-
ted in by Rev. DR.. Dunn, Mrs. Ramsey, Mrs.
Burlingame and Deacon Page. Among the
many good things which were said we note
the following:
The w. C. T. u have requested the makers of
fashion plates to place natural representation of
the human figure on their Illustrations. This will
do more toward educating the public taste than
like waist ceases to be stylish" and reforms win
be needed to keep padded belts out of the market.
We are reminded OF the dialogue between two
Ma1dI''which would yourather be, wicked and
stylish, or good and dowdy?'
Ethel-"Whyi wicked and stylish. Shouldn't
you?"
We were also delighted to hear President
Dunn's prophecy in regard to the ruling of
the world by feminine brains and fingers.
Deacon Page urged the need of healthful
dressing.
Mrs Burlingame said many girl broke
down in her studies because her mother did
not know how to feed her.
A letter was received from Miss Galley,
principal of Green Mountain Seminary,
Waterbury, VT, stating her inability to be
present, and in place OF her paper Rev. n.
Ferry, Va, was invited to speak concerning
his work among the freedmen. His remarks
were listened to with interest. The condi-
tion of the freedmen, in his estimation, is not
so rose-colored as many newspaper corre-
spOndents would have us believe.
Rev. E. II. Morrell, who is likewise
worker among our colored brethren, followed
along the same line of thought.
The evening meeting was prefaced by
brief devotional service.
was read by Mrs. j. B. Davis of Rochester,
n. H. Mrs. Davis gave an interesting sketch
of the past and present condition of the
Gaboon mission, the Republic of Liberia,
and the outlook for the evangelization of
Africa.
Mrs. J. L. Phillips, returned missionary
from India, gave some practical Hints on
Missionary Work, which were of especial
interest coming from one so well versed in
the work.
Today at 1880 a. m. Rev. DR.. Dunn will
give the first of a series of lectures ON human
nature. Subject this morning Its Origin"
The woman's convention will conclude
with lecture on prison work by Mrs. j. K.
Barney, entitled from Jerusalem to Jeri-
chO.'
NOTES.
A grand surfI
Mrs. Marilla Marks Brewster, Providence,
r. L., editor of the Missionary Helper is at
the Billow house.
President Dunn is located at Seabright cot
tage.
Ida II. Fullonton, daughter of Prof Full
lonton, Bates College, and an authoress of
considerable note has been a guest at the
Billow house for the past three weeks.
man and horse were found on the beach
yesterday opposite the Ocean Park house,
just as the unusually high tide began to re-
cede. The man was of medium height with
a sand(y) complexion. The horse was very
sand(y) too.
RECENT ARRIVALS.
Billow House-Mrs. Dr. Cobb, Standish !;
Rev. j. Burnham Davis and wife, Rochester,
N. H.. Mrs. Owen Bridges, Mrs. Elder, Dex-
ter.
Ocean Park House-J. S. Howe and WIFE,
Laconia, N. H.; Mrs d. D. Tilden, Brock
ton, Mass; Rufus Deering and daughter,
Portland; Deacon A. G. Russell and daugh-
ter, John n. Haworth, G. W. Haworth, j. H.
Caverly and wife, Mrs. II. A. Clarry, Low
ell, Mass.