The weekly Union times. [volume] (Union C.H., South Carolina) 1871-1894, 1886-05-14
A Great Day at Jonesville.
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Mr.. EDIroR.-Saturday the lst., was day
that will long be remembered by the people of
this place. The day dawued upon us beautifully
1t was as bright as heart could wish. The
clouds that had threatened us with rain the day
before all disappeared, and King "Sol' rolled
on triumphantly, shedding his radiant beams
and smiles on all the land.
Expectation was high-a large crowd, o great
speech, and joyous singing, with many smiling
faces and happy hearts were to greet us. We
were not disappointed Long before IL O. clock
hundreds of people were on the ground, in the
church listening TO the sweet music led by Miss
Sallie Hix, of your town. A preliminary SER
vice was held, prayer being offered by this
writer for the Divine blessing upon the occasion.
few remarks also on the necessity of i'm
pressing the children and youth with their
duties to heather children, was made by, your
correspondent. Atl2.S0 P. NJ, the whistle of
q Sss b. SsI;s wss near a
Many gentlemen, ladies and children, met him
| at the depot to escort him to the church where
| o crowded house was awaiting his arrival. But
| he was somewhat sickened by his ride on the
train and asked to be left alone in the fresh air
| and bright sunshine few moments. His re-
quest was complied with, and the disappointed
| throng wended their way to the church to try
| to get sest or standing room somewhere in the
already crowded house. In few minutes the
| skillfully managed by Miss Hix, commenced
playing 81 Wantto De Worker For the Lore" ="
Almost oil the vast congregation united in
| singing. What q volume of music Men,
women and children praising God. wonder
If the Angel Gabriel did not poise his wing
over the scene. Yea, more, did he not as God 8
messenger fill and thrill our hearts with the
sacred influences which prevailed throughout
the day. Prayer was then led by Rev. Mr..
james, Of the Presbyterian Church. Singing
again by the choir and congregation, Jesus
Loves Little children"
| DR.. Carlisle was then introduced to the audi
ence. He occupied the pulpit, and every eye
! was fixed on him. His first sentence arrested
the attention of the entire audience and he
held them spsll-bound for one hour and
| fifteen minutes with his matchless earne stness
and eloquence. l will not attempt o des Grip
tion Of his address. He must be heard to be
appreciated. Words are too poor and language
too megre to convey to others the magnetic pow d
Of the speaker. At the close of the address the
choir and congregation sang, "Ssillng on the
Sea" and collection was taken up for foreign
missions, resulting in SOFA.
After the collection was taken the benedctiou
was pronounced by Rev. Mr.. James, and the
congregation repaired 10 the grove TO en) oy the
sumptuous feast Of fat things prepared for the
| outward man.
After, dinner was over the audience reassem.
bled 10 the church and were entertained by a
short and sensible address from Mr.. Petty, OF
| Spartanburg.
Some of US were disappointed in not seeing
you here. Hope you will feel that you arc
always welcome on such occasions. Don't wait
for special invitations. Yours truly, -
| C.. ID. RowELL