The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1886-10-06

Houston of Texas fame. The old family resi-
dence of the Houstons, where the General was
born, stood on the eminence South of the church.
Many years ago, this farm became the property
OF John kinnear, who was the father of the
wife OF the late Rev. Dr. Thompson. Coming
into his possession, he built stately brick resi-
dence near the old church. At Dr. Thompson's
death, the farm and residence passed to his
daughter, Mrs. Thomas n. Davis, of Lynch.
burg"
New Providence Church, in Hawkins
county, Tenn. meeting at this old church of
ten days continuance, conducted by the pastor,
Rev. c. L. Ewing, and Rev. C. ]. Ralston, of
Messy Creek, closed September 18th, with the
most gratifying results. Ten souls were added
to the communion of the church, all on profess
sion of their faith in Jesus, except one. There
are more to follow soon. The Holy Spirit was
manifestly present from the beginning Church
members generally were revived, and backslid-
ers were reclaimed.-Christian Observer.
.Soddy Church, Tenn.-This church, in
charge of the Rev. DR.. Munroe, has had pre-
cious revival of religion. At the late commun-
ion-eight children of the Sunday School were
received into full communion of church mem.
bership that day on profession of faith in Christ
among them three heads of families The
Lord hath done great things for US, whereof we
are glad."-Ib.
Oxford, ALA weeks meeting has just
closed in Oxford church, in which the pastor,
Rev. j.. M. Mclean, was assisted by Rev. ]. D.
Burkhead, d. D., of Montgomery, Ala. There
were nine accessions to the church upon confess
EhriSt ubOla civ a.
Its very heart. Never before in the history of
that church has such profound interest been
manifested-Ib.
Greenville, Ga-Rev. James Stacy has
Just concluded precious meeting of five days
continuance, at Greenville, Ca AS a result of
the meeting thirteen have been added to the
churchill.
Coleman City, Texas.-At the late de-
lightful meeting of Presbytery at Coleman City,
there were six additions to the membership of
the church, and they are much encouraged. 1t
is in the charge OF Rev. W. G.. McDonald.-I5.
Tampa, Florida.-Our church has been
strengthened by five addItlons-two last Sunday
and two the Sabbath prevlous-on profession of
faith; also one by letter. Dr. G. ]. Grlfiths is
pastor.-Ib.
The People of Osoeola, Ark, have re
Gently enjoyed protracted service, conducted
by Rev. j. c. Williams, of Arkadelphia, Ark,
assisted by Rev. J. F. Lloyd (who has been
preaching fourth of his time for the last year
at this place.. Mr.. Williams preached for two
weeks, with great power and eloquence to an
appreciative audience. Christians of the different
denominations war tltyr
hopefully converted to God During this meet
Ing there were eleven adults examined, baptized,
and received into the church. Less than one
year ago, this church consisted of twelve mem
bers; now it numbers thirty. one. To God be
all the praise-Ib.
Mt Airy Church, N. C.-The Rev. DIR. j.
Henry Smith, of Greensboro, N. c., writes to
the " c. Presbyterian an interesting account of
visit to Mt. Airy, Surry county, in that State
He preached ten or twelve times to attentive
audiences. He says:
" Almost every day one or tvo would call to
see me at my lodgings, and l visited others at
their homes and 1T Is believed that many others
were interested. About ten or a dozen openly
expressed their concern, and several found peace
In believing. On Sabbath morning four openly
confessed the Lord Jesus-two of whom were
baptized, land three of the four were heads of
families, whose children were baptized mme-
diately after the profession and baptism of their
parents.) While there, L baptized nine persons
two adults and seven children. 1t was an
Impressive sight. A crowded and deeply atten-
tive and interested audience witnessed the
beautiful and Scriplural rite. Some four or
more will join at an early day and we hope
several others who were still asking what they
must n, do to be saved, but mad not yet accepted
Christ and found peace and life. The little
church has been greatly revived and encourage
ed"
Lumber Bridge Church, N. C.-Rev. A.
Mcqueen writes A good meeting, Of four days
Was closed at Lumber Bridge church last Tues.
day. Congregations were large an unusually
serious and attentive all through The meeting
Christians were revived, strengthened and en-
coursged Several adults received the ordinance
OF baptism, and sixteen were added to the men,
bership Of the church on profession of faith in
Jesus.-N C. Presbyterian.
Franklin, N. C.-Says correspondent
" Our communion services came off at this place
on the fourth Sunday in August. Brother r.
A. Miller Of Hopewell, was with us and did
the preaching and it was done well.
-Four persons joined on examination during
the meeting, three receiving the ordinance of
baptism. This makes eleven who have Joined
this year-nine on examination and two by
letter.-Ib
Morrison Church. N. C.-The same cor
respondent writes Services began here the