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The Universalist. [volume] (Chicago [Ill.]) 1884-1897, 1886-11-06
IOWA LETTER.

Bishop Foster, in an address before the
Upper Iowa Conference convened at
Cedar Falls Oct. 2, indicated that the
Methodist church is requiring a higher
standard of intellectual qualification now
than ever before, on the part of its minis
tiers. "The church wants men able intel
lectuslly to meet the emergencies of this
time. No man was ever fit TO preach
when he was called to preach. The call
to preach is a call to prepare, to equip, to
get ready. The call is to go and sit at the
feet Of the professors in our colleges and
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Christian brethren resumed their serv-
ices and continued their meetings till
Sunday night. / am pleased to add that
they had fifty, or perhaps sixty, additions
to their fellowship.
Whether Right or Wrong
in their faith and practice as to the con-
ditions of salvation, they are right in
making their appeals to reason and the
Bible. It has never occurred before in
the South; has it in the North?-that
church OF any other persuasion has sus-
pended its services, during protracted
meeting, to give Universalist minister
bearing.
l must say before closing that it is to
me source of profound and heartfelt
gratitude to the Author of all good that
1 have been permitted to live to see the
cause Of liberal Christianity press it's
way. by force of its inherent worth, to a
position Of responsibility in the minds of
intelligent and liberal minded Christians;
while L greatly regret that there is yet
great amount of narrowness and big
otry to be overcome ere the Sun of right
eousness shall have ushered in the per-
fect day. But the course Of higher re-
hgious truth is
Onward and Upward,
and all that the heralds of that truth
have to do is to "stand fast in the liberty
Christ hath made Us free;"
make no compromises with old errors;
contend earnestly for the faith once de-
livered to the saints" speaking the truth
plainly, but in love, and learn to labor
and to wait. So mote it be!
ID. B. CLAYTON.
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JUST READY.
d. B. CLAYTON.

SUNDAY SCHOOL HARMoNIEs No. 8.
The success attained by the two former
mum ers Of the series has warranted the
Publishing House in publishing the new
one. The work Of the compilation was
assigned to Mr.. George A. Veazie, Jr., of
Chelsea, Mass, who has been for many
years teacher Of music in the Chelsea
schools, as well as conductor of themusic
in the Chelsea Universalist Sunday
school. He has done his work carefully
and we'll, making selections from the ex-
animation and trial of thirty-five hundred
pieces 1t is believed that it will be very
acceptable and popular with our schools.
It contains 80 pages, and is substantially
bound in MANILA board covers Single
copies, II cents, postage paid. By the
quantity, at the rate of $1,000 per hum
dred, postage or express to be paid by
the purchaser. All schools in want of a
new book should examine this, the latest
and best. For sale at the Western
Branch.
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THE LATEST WORD OF UNlvERS-

THE LATEST WORD OF UNlVERS-
ALISM. Thirteen Essays by Thirteen
Clergymen. Large 16mo. 295 pages.
$100.
The chapters of which this volume is
made up furnish very complete restate-
ment of Universalist theology; fresh
and interesting review Of the teachings
of our church on such subjects as "Hu-
man Nature" "Sin," Repentance" "Pun-
ishment," eternal Life" etc. 1t also
contains essays on the Relation of this
Lite to the Next, the Rationale of Script
ure Exegesis and Universalism consid-
cred as a Scriptural Faith and Philoso-
ply. The writer's are among our most
capable thinkers, and include Drs. At
wood, Emerson, SAKE and Leonard, and
j. Smith Dodge, George Hill and John
Coleman Adams. 1t is a volume giving
a very clear and concise analysis of the
Universalist faith, in which the funda-
mental argument and present thought of
our church is developed with excellent
taste and fine literary skill. 1t is a strong,
vigorous and convincing book. Edited
by Rev. I. M Atwood, DID,, President of
the Theological School, Canton, N. Y.
Address orders Universalist Publishing
House, Western Branch, Chicago.
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Secretary, 1. 8. Wenger; Treasurer, W
s. Cox; Trustees, P. l.. Frazier, Jane
McCabe, Peter Disher; Committee OF
Program, Drs. A. B. Rush, W. s. Cox
and B. F. Became; Preacher Of Occaeiona
Sermon, Rev. Lolita d. Crosley. Mex
place of meeting, Miami City.
The foregoing is an exhibit of what
might be accomplished for local interests
OF our church by all Associations, wheth
er or not they have any recognition by
State Conventions.
Owing TO want of time, no business
was transacted by the Ohio Executive
Committee at Akron, except to arrange
for an adjourned meeting at North Lewis
burg, on Tuesday, Nov. 16. when enough
time will be taken to transact all business
which may be presented. Religious SER
vices will be held on the previous evening.
Missionary Work.
missionary Work" is an important
subject at all our Associations and Con-
ventions, and we are glad to witness the
zeal manifested, not only for home but
also foreign missions. Much valuable mis-
sionary work can be accomplished by pas
tors establishing stations adjacent to their
fields. Some of our best churches have
grown out of efforts of this kind. Nor
walk, O., church is notable example.
Rev. Fl. L. Garfield, Financial Agent
of the Ohio Convention, is actively pros
eeuting the canvass for the Permanent
Fund, and hopes to complete it this Con-
vention year, if health and strength will
permit. Every minister and member
should heartily cooperate in this work,
SO that our missionary can be put into the
field untrammeled by financial considera-
tons.
Rev. I. P. Abel, after several weeks
stay with his many friends in Ohio, con-
templates returning very soon to Florida,
to assist in establishing our church in the
"Land of Flowers" He is one of the
veterans of the great Convention at Ak
ron in 1913, and was present at the late
session in that city, but by no means as
"a relic" May the Good Father give
him many years of useful life, before he
is called up higher.
Thanksgiving day will soon be here
and we trust about that time to receive
liberal returns from holders of mission
airy boxes, some of whom have not re-
ported for some time. Persons desiring
boxes will be supplied promptly. Let
us learn not to despise the day of small
things.
Our church and Sunday-school at
Palestine are alive unto good works. The
Sunday school lately elected officers for
the current year, but made no changes.
The Helper is used, and blackboard
exercises employed. The "Living Fount-
ain" is the music book. There are
large number of little folks connected
with the school, who, if properly trained,
will do much for the church in future.
A serial meeting is to be organized which
will prove source of strength.
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REV. JOHN G. ADAMS, D. D.

For a whole year, says the Leader OF
Oct. %, We have been under the most
urgent request-coming from Mrs. Adams
to make no mention of the physical and
mental condition of our beloved father in
Israel, Rev. DIR. J. G. Adams. AS he
eagerly read the paper it was deemed
prudent that all alluson to him, likely to in
crease his anxiety, should be suppressed.
He yet lives, but never again with earthly
eyes will he read the printed word.
1t is now with profound sorrow that we an
nounce that this venerable and excellent
brother, who for more than half century
has been, as preacher and author, prominent
ly useful in our church, is nearing the close
of mortal life. His disease-enlargement of
the hearts, of such nature that his pass
ing away may occur at any moment, though
it may be delayed several days. He is fully
conscious of his condition, and 1--WE hardly
need add is strong in faith and hope, and
patiently waiting till his change come. May
the Comforter abide with him.
rat last accounts DR.. Adams was more
comfortable, but his friends have no hopes
of his recovery 1t is only question OF
days or perhaps week or two. We pray
that the aged saint may be spared extended
suffering. ED. UNIyERsALIsT.
CONNECTICUT.-S News The
work goes on prosperously at Stafford.
The people work with their pastor with
zeal and energy.-Rev. s. G. Davis, who
recently resigned at Norwich with view
of attending special course OF study at
Cambridge Divinity School, will supply
at Norwich, by person or proxy, for the
present year.--Rev. @. W. Knickerbacker
is recovering from q receut illuess.--A
missionary effort with a promising out
look is started at Putnam. The young
parish hopes to build church at no dis
tant day; the effort is now being made to
secure an eligible lot.
NEW YORK.-State PERSONAL---VERY.
M. Perry is prospecting at Fort Plain
Rev. A. g. Rogers has resigned at Hud
son, and will take charge Of the new A
bany parisb.-ReV. Ii. X. White is noS
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MitchellUille, Ioacd.
J. F. SCHNEIDER.

ESOTA. = Rochester. - The
Young Peoples Society, of Grace Uni
versalist Church, gave an oyster supper
at the chapel on the evening of Oct. 81,
clearing 1913. Last year this vigorous Or
ganization cleared from it's various enter
a inments $175.
st. Paul-Rev. w. s. Vail, of Dover
N. H., accepts call to the new parish in
this city. 1t is largely missionary move
ment under the care of the General Con
vention. Rev. Mr.. Boynton closes his
labors with the present month. We I'M.
derstand that Mr.. Vail will begin his
work on the first Sunday in December,
He will bring youth, ability and vigor to
his new relations, and these, added to
faithful pastoral labor, ought to command
success. We await hopefully results.
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week Of the 22d by the severe illness OF
his wife. We understand that Mrs. Brig.
ham is now recovering steadily.
OHIO Cincinnati third annual
reunion OF the Plum Street parish took
place on Tuesday evening, Oct. 26, in the
vestry. Music, addresses and refresh
ments made the occasion pleasant one.
These reunions are very popular in the
congregation and serve to interest the
people in the work of the parish.
Miami City.-This is one of our old
societies, having large attendance and
good mem bership. Their motto in finan-
ces is, pay as you so, and keep out OF
debt. Recently the ladies made the
church present OF a very fine pulpit
Bible. On Sunday, Oct. 16, Sister Nancy
Mnmford presented the church with three
very handsome plush chairs and two pull
pit lamps, for which kindness all were
grateful The church is now by far the
uu6Sb IN Tie montgomery hebocidt;oh
and one OF the neatest and best furnished
in the State. Rev. J. P. MacLean is now
preaching to the good people on his third
year.
Springb0r0. = Rsv. e. f. Pember
preached for us last Sunday morning and
evening. Our church was full at both
services. The fret Conference appointed
by the Miami Association will convene at
Springboro on Saturday evening, Nov. 6,
and continue over tue two following Sun
days. Revs w. s. Bacon, A. l.. Rice,
E. F. Pember, and we hope Ell. /. Can
field will be with us. So writes DR.. j.
NJ. Wright.
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Star Preachers.

"Star" preaching quite commonly
tends largely to produce a class of re-
! ligious dyspeptics whose mental stom-
achs will not endure the more solid
viands SO essential to healthy Christian
endeavor IN the line OF church work.
With such the missionary spirit is sort
OF lost art; and the power Of the preach
er to "draw" is measured by the So
called advanced and sensational preach.
ing he does; while the star preacher
is almost certain to be spoiled by the
applause his "smart" utterances and re-
toIis call out, leading him to say things
ili-timed and out of place.
Belleville Church.
There is no regular preaching at this
church, but Br. o. Fl. Quincy still keeps
alive the cause by maintaining Sunday
school, of which he is superintendent,
OF course Br. Quincy has few faithful
helpers, such as Br. and Sister Rummel
and others. The enrolment for the year
is about forty, the average attendance be-
ing about twenty-five. We regret more
general interest is not felt in the school,
but better this, by far, than none at all.
Let the faithful few press on. This
church was built about 1850 and too
many hallowed memories cluster about
it, and the needs of the present for such
church are SO great as to forbid the
thought Of neglect toward it.
Linesville, Pa.
The friends at Linesville, Pa, have
purchased church lot and have decided
to build a church. Mr. S. O. Stratton is
one of the leading spirits there and his
wife and four SONS are faithful helpers;
and what the STATIONS turn their atten.
ton to is not likely to fail. Rev. I. w.
Critchett is the pastor there and at Con-
meanwhile, and is an earnest worker. The
Linesville friends have been worshiping
in hsll not suited for church purposes,
and we congratulate them on the pros
pect of church and parsonage, the lat
ter TO come from remodeling house now
on the lot.
Clarence Eddy, of Chicago, one of the
worlds greatest organists, is to give
recital in the Universalist church here,
assisted by the popular soprano of this
city, Mrs. Emma White Perkins, on Nov.
3. The proceeds are to go to the work
of the parish.
The Akron pastor preached last Sun.
day morning ON Convention Echoes"
On questions where differences arise con-
corning the doctrines of our church his
views are such as are calculated to har-
monte and unity the elements; and the
importance of missionary spirit, whether
home or abroad, was placed in it's true
light. He said in substances: at is not
so important that we favor this or that
plan so we favor and work for some plan
of missionary work." Without the mis-
sionary spirit our church is as sound
ing brass or a tinkling cymbal."
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In this manual of devotion, brief and
simple form of worship is submitted for
every day in the year. A single page is
devoted to each service, combining
Scripture selection and a prayer. The
Scriptures are chosen with regard to de-
votional, doctrinal and practical inhu-
ence; and the prayers come from large
number of sources, including the Gath
olic and Protestant liturgies, from st.
Chrysostom to Theodore Parker, from
Hannah More to James Martineau, from
Bishop Watson to Abel @. Thomas"
They are adapted to the purpose of
Mamma with skill and appropriateness,
and with the result of giving a variety of
devotional forms unsurpassed in any
previous collection. 1t ELECTS the highest
praise from our people, and deserves a
place in every family. Send orders to
Universalist Publishing House, Western
Branch, Chicago.
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CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN OHIO.
FROM REV. J. W. HENLEY.

Woodstock, O., Oct. 2S, 1885. i To the
Editor of THE UNIvERsALIsr l. We are
glad to hear that the special series of
doctrinal sermons delivered by Rev. E.
F. Pember, of our Plum Street Church,
Cincinnati, attracted good congregations,
larger interest in Universalism in the
Queen City. Few churches are blessed
with more earnest pastors or one more
worthy of hearty cooperation.
Rev. @. s. Vincent informs us that
the prospects for the new church in
Springfield, are encouraging. The peo-
pie are in earnest and success always fol-
lows we'll directed zeal. A festival held
on the evening of Oct. 10, Melted about
fifty-6ve dollars.
Harvest festival services were held
in Woodstock, Plain City and Alder
churches, and much interest was mani
tested. The Sunday-school concerts at
all those places were attended by large
congregations and the exercises gave
much satisfaction.
Montgomery Association.
This Association held it's annual meet
ing at Palestine, Darke county, Oct ITO,
and was we'll attended, and the interest
was good throughout. The following top
les were presented: ~ "To What Extent
does the Prosperity of the Church De-
pend upon the Cultivation of the Social
Relations?'' introduced by Miss Clarissa
Sinks. (2) "How Can We Bring those in
Sympathy with us into Active Church
Relations?" By Br. Levi Risenger. 81
"Bible Teaching upon the Subject of
the Resurrection" Introduced by Br.
Fl. l.. Hill. The discussion revealed
much diversity of opinion, but all were
agreed that the physical body was not to
be raised. D"Camp and Basket Meet
ings-their Influence upon Community"
Introduced by Rev. j. FL. Blackboard, who
maintained that the influence was bad.
Other speakers agreed with him, while
some maintained the opposite; bat the
conclusions we're exhibited in the adop-
ton of the following resolution: "Re-
SolUed, That we do not approve of camp
or basket meetings" Notwithstanding
this action we presume such meetings
will continue to be held by those who
have found them beneficial.
% dormant Churches and their Rem
edy," by Br. Levi Risenger. (6) "The
Church-For what does it Stand in Com
munity?" (O "Is Salvation Limited to
this Life?" Opened by Rev. H. L. Can
field. These topics elected much in
terest, and the results were generally
profitable. Conference meetings we're
held on Friday and Saturday mornings,
led by Brs. L. Risenger, and 1. s. Wen
ger, respectively. On Sabbath morning
the Sunday-school held an interesting
session.
Sermons were delivered during the
meeting by Revs. w. j. Crosley, John
Richardson, L. j. Spencer, ]. Fl. Black
ford (OccasionaD and j. P. MacLean. In
addition to the ministers named. the fol.
lowing we're present: Revs. Elihu Moore
and II. l.. Garfield.
The election for officers resulted as
follows: President, Rev. j. ii. Blaekford,
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The Youths Companion has added to
it's contributors for the nsxt year, the
Princess Louise, the Marquis of Lorne,
Prof. Huxley, Ii. A. Tame, Francis Park
man. w. ID. Howelis, the Duke of Argyle,
Admiral David Porter, Edward Everett
Hale, and Prof. William Mathews.
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Churches, 9}limisters, and Conventions.
RELIGIOUS INTELLIGENCE OF THE WEEK.
UNIvERsALT


6ocEs published on The agam
OHe Ho(9ubuq
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HORSFORD'S ACID PHOSPHATE.
Beware of limitations.
limitations and cOunterfelts have again
appeared. Be sure that the word "Hors-
ford's" Is on the wrapper. None are gen.
uine without it.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1886-08-05

VERY pretty democratic row is in pro-
gress in the first congressional district. A
convention has been called by one whom the
"moguls' refuse TO recognize, and the party
is considerably torn up over the matter.
Meanwhile, Boss DICKINSON ia expected TO
pour oil on the troubled waters. Republi
cans view this difficulty in the democratic
den with commendable degree of compla-
cency. Speaking of this family quarrel. the
Hillsdale Democrat, Bro BLACKMAN's paper,
remarks as follows: The democrats of the
first congressional district seems in a fair
way to lose the district to the republicans
this fall by their quarrelling among them
selves" And we shouldn't be at all surprised
IL Bro. BLACKMAN is right.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1886-08-05
Abraham LINCOLN.

Among recent facts of literary and popu-
lar interest, is the announcement OF a new
illustrated biography entitled The Every
Day Life of Abraham Lincoln, written by
"Those who knew him." The plan of the
work is that of an exhaustive biography.
giving not only the general facts of his life
in chronological order, but Incidents anec-
dotes and eoery day facts infinitely personal,
such as could only be given by those in the
closest intimate and confidential relations,
during the various periods of his life. These
were, i'll pursuance of the plan, enlisted for
the work, embracing those who knew him
as boy, as a ilat-boatman, rail-splitter, a
clerk in country store. n law student, a
lawyer, politician, president-every period
of his eventful and most interesting life.
Each author writes of the facts of his life
during the period in which he knew him
facts and incidents that came under his own
observation and within his own knowledge.
A book thus written, and so exhaustive in fact
concerning one holding so enduring place
in the hearts and admiration of his people,
il assured an enthusiastic welcome and a
lasting place in popular esteem. We are
told that the last literary work performed 10y
the late Judge David Davis, Lincoln's life
time friend was one of the many contribu-
tions to this volume. in which he took deep
personal interest.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1886-08-05

GEN. DAVID II. HUNTER was brave and
valiant soldier. 1t became his duty, while in
the service, to preside over the court-martal
that tried and convicted that patriot gener-
al, (?) FITz JOHN PORTER. Gen. HUNTER died
leaving a widow in destitute circumstances
The congress of the United States passed a
bill allowing her a pension. President
CLEVELAND, that warm hearted, democratic
homeguard who now presides over the des
TIMES of this Nation. vetoed the bill. approx
ing about the same time, the act restoring
MIR. PORTER to the army and giving him a
fat salary for life. An attempt was made.
few days since, to pass the bill over the veto,
but failed, the vote standing III yeas to los
nays. The fact that GEN. HUNTER presided
over the trial and approved the sentence of
FITz JoHE PORTER, in tue eyes of democratic
statesmen, is an objectionable crime and his
widow has to suffer for IT,
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1886-08-05

HE recent unwarrantabe Imprisonment
of Editor CUTTING of I'll Paso by the Mex
can authorities, has been the occasion of
bringing to public attention several similar
outrageous invasions of the rights of Ameri-
can citizens, resulting in one instance at
least, in the taking OF life. The foreign poll
cy Of our government has been so weak that
the country has, TO great extent, lost the
respect of foreign powers and even Mexico
is not afrail to bully" us. The country
should take new courage though. for Secre-
tary BAYARD has announced that he thinks
Mexico will do what is right. Meanwhile
American citizens are deprived of their
liberty without shadow of justification for
their detention, and the Mexican people
bully and buster and talk about war and
bloodshed. And the state department.. in
stead OF demanding the instant release of
Americans whose rights are thus outraged.
awaits the tardy action Of the Mexican gov
eminent while American citizens languish in
filthy Mexican prisons or are murdered by
Mexican greasers. But Secretary BAYABD,
thinks it viii come out all right in the end
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1886-08-05

The Detroit Tribune has once more
changed hands, having passed in to the con,
troll of JAS. H. STONE. It's new proprietor
is man well qualified to assume the man
agement of the paper, thoroughly acquainted
with both State and National politics, life
long republican, has been for many years
identified with the fortunes of the party in
this state and is recognized as one of its
leaders. Hon. JAMES HINE, recently of the
Lowell JOurnaL and JAMES BARsTow, another
experienced newspaper man, are associated
with Mr.. STONE. Under their management
the Tribune should, and we believe it will
assume higher rank as a leading journal
and more commanding position as the
exponent of Michigan repubiicanism than it
has ever before occupied