The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1890-08-14


energy possible, and administer its affairs
wisely, economically and carefully.
The retiring Mayor and Aldermen have
discharged their duties faithfully, and
have done much to keep Anderson on
the upward march. To their successor rs
they turn over about $4,000.
Good Hope Church Centennial.
TWAS our good fortune to be numbered
among the 1900 persons who attended the
Centennial celebration of Good Hope
Presbyterian Church in Corner Township,
last Saturday. This sacred spot, in the
years long passed, was well.known
throughout upper Carolina, for it was
there the Presbyterians would assem-.
many an happy hour has been spent there.
Of conrse, in the large crowd present there
were but few who could remember those
happy days, but many of the large assem-
bly, had often heard their parents and
grand parents speak of those days, and
ever since it was first determined to cele-
brate the Centennial anniversary they had
looked forward to the occasion with the
| mcst pleasant anticipations.
The day was most beautiful one, and
at an early hour the crowd began to assem-
! BILE at the Church, which stands on pret.
ty knoll surrounded almost by native for
ests. On the South side is the cemetery.
in which sleeps some Of the first settlers OF
that section.
The Church building is substantial
structure, painted white, and seating nearly
500 people. Ry Ii o'clock every seat was
occupied, and about 0ne-half of those
present had to remain outside. The choir
Col ~ - n
was led by Prof NJ. L. Willis, with Miss
posed of some of the best voices in that
section, and the singing throughout was
most excellent
The services opened by the choir singing
the Doxology, followed with prayer by
Rev. Calvin Presley. The choir sang q
beautiful anthem, and then the pastor of
the Church, Rev. R. C. Ligon, delivered
the address of welcome, which was brief,
but very appropriate. He referred to the
many changes that had taken place during
the past century, and said we now pause
to give thanks to God for his many bless.
ings during that time. The founders of
this Church had long since gone to their
eternal homes, but many of their descen-
danls wcre present to day, and it gave
him great pleasure to greet them and
their friends and to extend all cordial
welcome
The S4th Psalm was read by Rev. D. w.
Humphreys, and the congregation sang a
hymn. Thon came the Centennial ser.
mon, which was preached by Rev. J. T..
McLin. of Chester; who was born and
reared in the Corner Township, and who
Is one of the three ministers given to the
service of the Lord by Good Hope
Nt1t1r nh 81 fnI in, fa
text part Of the 18th verse of the 10th
Chapter of Matthew: "Upon this rock I
will build my Church and the gates of
hell shall not prevail against it." He said
this passage of Scripture vas somewhat
famous, and as the words we're addressed
to Peter the Romanists claim that theirs
is the only true Church. He proved the
fallacy Of such claim by referring to nu-
merous portions Of the Bible, all of which
he briefly commented upon, making q
very interesting introduction to his SER
mon. He then argued that the words of
the text presented two features of the
foundation of the Church: its divinity
and security. He defined the visible and
invisible Church. He said the visible
Church was on substantial foundation,
Jesus Christ, and could not be destroyed.
The Church was secure because it is sus.
tanned by divine power. He spoke of the
opposition, persecution, etc., OF the
Church, but she had withstood all, and
alluded to how she had been protected
under the old and the new dispensations.
He closed with some appropriate remarks
to the members Of Good Hope Church.
and urged them to enter the service of
God with renewed zeal, energy aud love.
It was most interesting discourse
throughout.
The historical sketch of the Church was
read by Rev. r. H. Reid, of Spartanburg.
Mr.. Reid was born and reared near the
Church, and, by way of an introduction,
said he had never ceased to love the old
place and its surroundings, and would
always feel an interest in her welfare.
He said that in 17S3 8 party OF Scotch
Irieh people settled ON Generostee Creek,
anG in less than six years they had an Or
ganized Church and house Of worship.
There was no record as to who organized
the Church, but it was probably done by
Rev. Robert McLin, OF Abbeville. The
whom he gave an interesting sketch. He
then named the other ministers who had
served the Church, and gave brief biog-
raphy of each. He also named the first
elders, among whom were Isaac Steele,
John Young, Nathan Turks and Wm.
Beatty. The first house of worship, which
was built of logs, stood two miles West OF
the present site for two years. The pres
ent building was dedicated in 1856. The
first Campmeeting was held in 1922, and
continued annually until 1851, when the
meetings were discontinued. Mr.. Reid
also gave an interesting biography of Rev.
David Humphreys, who served the
Church for more than forty years. This
sketch throughout was exceedingly inter
esting.
At the conclusion of Mr.. Reid's sketch,
an intermission of one hour was granted,
during which dinner was enjoyed.
The afternoon service opened with o
| very sweet anthem by the choir, followed
with prayer by Rev. H. McLees. Rev. D.
w. Humphreys, of Florida, then ad.
dressed the crowd. He said he thanked
God for being able to be present and par
ticipate in the exercises. He alluded to
the pleasant memories of the past, and OF
the many absent ones who have moved to
other States aud of the many loved ones
who have been laid away in the tomb.
the many ways we have all departed from
that faith. lie spoke of the desecration OF
| the Sabbath, OF the unscriptural means ol
raising money in the Church, and of the
singing and music in many of the large
city churches. Mr.. Humphreys was fol
lowed by Rev. D. L. Frierson, D. D., who
deliYered short but interesting address,
which concluded the service of the day.
On Sunday another large crowd was
present. The morning sermon was
preached by Rev. r. II. Reid, after which
| the Sacrament Of the Lords Supper was
administered. In the afternoon Rev. j..
H. McLin preached.
We learn that the congregations of Rob
bly, unite and have the Centennial ser
mons and historical sketches of both
Churches published in pamphlet form
We think this a good idea, for the pam
phlets would be read with interest by
many who are not members of either
Church.