The enterprise. [volume] (Wellington, Ohio) 188?-1899, 1890-06-11

Oberlin. Prison and jail work-Mrs. E
G. Bates, Elyria. Sundsy-school work
Mrs. Pope, 0berlin. Temperance educa.
tion-Mrs. Bacon, Elyria Hygenie and
heredity-Dr. Warren, Wellington. Sold.
iers and sailors-Mrs. Conner, Oberlin.
Sabbath obsevance-Mrs. Goss, Roches-
ter. Franchise-Mrs. Webster, Oberlin
Railroad work-Mrs. Brush, Elyria. Lit
erature-Mrs. Root, Lorain.
After solo by Mrs. Rodhouse, Mrs
Wean read very carefully prepared paper
on Narcotics" There was no pride in
this American discovery. The first uses
of tobacco in its various forms was alluded
to, with the history of Its Introduction in
different countries, and Its effects physi.
illogical, moral and mental, as given by
unquestioned authorities, with evidence
for and against it compared; Its filthiness
and the appalling waste attendant upon
Its use.
Mrs. Farr, Of Norwalk, who for sixteen
years has had experience in visiting "lhose
who are in prison." has never received
any but the most gentle and respectful
treatment even from the most hardened
criminals She said "women need in
such work sanctifed common sense. Gush
and sentiment are out Of place" She
goes not to hear the story Of the criminal
from his own point of view, with which
she would probably not agree, but to give
simple Bible truth, an unfamiliar subject
to the average prisoner, who is often man
you would shrink from and loathe-he is
80 far down. Women must first conse-
crate themselves anew before God, and
with humble compassion, in the Spirit of
the Master 60 TO the unfortunate, and they
will be received kindly. They sometimes
take fruit sometimes good reading to give
away, and have seen marked reformation
from Sabbath to Sabbath in cleanliness
and attentiveness. Men sometimes break
down completely, and cases of genuine
conversion that have continued are not un-
known. She spoke with caution on this
head, and showed discrimination and thor
ough knowledge Of human nature as well
as Of the miracles wrought by grace. In
her scripture explanations, prayer, and all
that she did this lady was q fine example
of gedly simplicity and sincerity.
Miss Bertha Howk sang q solo, and DR..
Warren read valuable paper on allow TO
work and not wear out" II was ques-
tlon Of good food, fresh air. sunshine,
sound sleep and judicious exercise. Ac-
tion strengthens the muscles and promotes
good circulation. II Is q mistaken kind
ness In mothers not 10 permits daughters
TO share all domestic duties, while they are
allowed to outdo strong men In dlssipating
pleasures. She spoke Of the effect Of
dress, and the proper distribution Of COW
ering over the body from hat TO shoes. In
her activities woman should stop short of
exhaustion, Of which she should be the
Judge She should consider the various
claims and attempt nothing which could
not be done without overdrawing her phys
ical account and involving her In bank
ruptcy. We must take an inventory Of our
resources. II is q benefcence TO show to
the world an example Of healthy woman.
hood.
Mrs. Frost sent on her paper from Min
nesota on "Relatlon of Capital TO Labor"
She was familiar with the arguments OF
writers on these subjects and presented her
thoughts clearly. Her theme was read by
Mrs. ]. W. Houghton. The
EVENING EXERCISES
Included a story by Mrs Root, of Lorain,
showing the insidious dangers OF "Sweet
Cider" and Mrs. Brush, Of Elyria, read an
essay.
Don Cushion gave The defamation for
which he received the medal at the La
Grange contest, and Oracle Boise recited
In spirited manner her fine recitation,
"The English Sparrow Must Co."
The quartette-Misses Howk and Has
kell, and Messrs. Rust and Johnson-sang
choice selections.
Miss Agnes Haskell read a thoughtful
production on "The Hand OF God In the
Iowa Saloon Decision" showing that the
late ruling in the supreme court was
awakening an interest In state rights
which reacts favorably for temperance
interests.
Miss Mary Slade gave a synopsis Of Miss
Wizards history in connection with the
development OF the temperance work
which was valuable In correcting popular
errJrs and mis-siatements.
Little Bernice Leach closed the days do
ings with this pliby climax:
Moral suasion for the man who drinks,
Mental suasion for the man who thlnksi |
Legal suaslon for the drunkard maker.
Prison suaslon for the statute-breaker"
MARY II. HoUGHToN. Sec'y.