Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1892-04-28

i.# West Church was thronged last night week
on the occasion of the celebration of the
T; third anniversary Of the Young Mems
Christian Association. Fully 1,DO people
u were in attendance, and at least 800 per
" sons could not gain admission. The floral
y decorations were handsome. The plat
n form was edged with cedar. studded with
4 dainty white flowers. At either end was Il
N pyramid of palms. daisies and Easter lilies
II The pulpit alcoye was adorned with palms.
n Assembled on the platform were Hon.
a John Wanamaker, the orator of the even
ing; Charles Baird, president of the asso.
Il citation; Joseph Pyle, the vice-president;
Isaac T. Johnson, the secretary; Harry
Alfred Gawthrop, George w. Todd, L. A.
Bower Alfred Lee, G. II. Cantwell, Ash
ton II. Tatum and w. ii. Savery the direc-
tors, and the Rev. I. Il. Terry, Charles W.
Pusey, Washington Hastings, William NJ.
Field, the Rev. John Y. Dobbins, y. D.,
Hon. Thomas H. Smith, Alfred ID. War
ner, the Rev. Charles u. Murray, David
w. Harlan, Mayor Wiley, Hon. Charles
= B. Lore, the Rev. r. Il. Cook, ID. D.,
s, Charles w. Rowland, George c. Maris,
} William H. Foulk, John II. Dandy, A. >.
J Reed, the Rev. John d. G. Hanna, II. C.
and A.: II. Berlin. Mr.. Baird presided and
j. I. Clymer was musical director.
The exercises began with a voluntary,
4 played by h. I. Wilson. Next the immense
congregation sang "Glory to God on
High" The scripture lesson. the first
DIR. Cook invoked blessing. West choir
sang the anthem Wake the Song of
N Jubilee following which President Baird
delivered an address, as follows;
PRESIDENT BA1RD's ADDRESS.
1--WE meet here this evening to consider
our condition AS AL organization. as it
were to take stock and balance our ac-
counts II is well that we take bearings
and realize our true position This is
emphatically true in the business Of this
world, and infinitely more important in
reference to those matters that take hold
upon the eternal world What is our
record 2 Is this community better for our
existence? Has Che standard Of Christian
principle been upheld? Has the morality
of the Bible had higher place in society :?
Has crime and lawlessness been hindered
Have homes in this city been blessed by
our influence? Have individual souls been
led to a better life? In short has this
organization been instrumental in produc-
ing these results? If so your work is
heaven approved.
"Well from our standpoint we figure in
this way We have a comfortable, con-
venient place provided for men TO spend
their time when not otherwise engaged.
Reading matter suitable for instruction,
improvement and entertainment is fur
nished, also games and social gatherings
foramusement Thereare opportunities for
physical development with improved ap-
paratus under the direction of compe-
tent instructor; also classes in branches
of study adapted to young men; lectures
on scientific and literary subjects Added
to these is the religious feature, which
consists of classes for Bible study and
devotional meetings. sympathy and low
ing attention have been rendered to tht
Z sick, The man or lad who has the inclina
tion to seek amusement, recreation and
rest need not go to the liquor saloon or Il
resorts where vice and immortality abounc
as long as we have institutions of this
+ kind
I'VE are engaged in work that requires
conservation and diligence. We must bt
n Oh the alert to counteraet evil influences
Il The emissaries of the evil one are diligen
4 in striving to draw young men away from
the paths of rcctitude and virtue. Their,
seems to be no lack of money and intu
cnce to make attractive the places tina
lead to destruction. Means for establish
ing II brothel or gambling den cai
readily be commanded, but great effort
are necessary 10 get sufficient money an,
enough earnest workers to carry on Chris
tian enterprises 'lt has been said that our
is a work of young men for young men
This is true only in part. 1t will not Ill
for men of mature years to neglect or re
fuse to give their influence and cooperation
to this cause.
"The young need counsel and encourage
ment from the more experienced. Anothe
support we need is the influence and sym
pathy of woman, who is foremost in ever,
good work. We do not forget with wha
wisdom and zeal woman has planned AM
executed for our comfort and entertain
ment. Were To ask the young men befor
me to name those who have all the yea
ministered to their wants they would witt
one accord speak out the ladies of til
auxiliary and their lady friends. Enter
= prises started and carried on for purel
& selfish purposes may fail, but this worl
IN IT diligently pursued with n sincere dcsir
IA for the honor of God and good to GU
Il fellow men cannot fail. Young mon. lC
N us start anew and determine iii God
strength to help and encourage N
M another, and reach helping hand to
IN brother man who may need our assistauc.
n II am glad there has been so much tha
Nj is hopeful in the work of the past yeal
N and trust that we will take courage and I
b. forward. ] ask from all who love goo
81 cause a kindly interest in our welfare IN
generous response when we seek ilual
cial aid. We hope new building, we
equipped for our needs, is not far away
IVA We thank all who have in any way give
us help by encouraging words, by assis
nllce in lectures, entertainments, mlis
''||' 40. we tHNllk inc clerSN ana cnlrcneN I
the city for their aid and sanction. Ma
we all labor together in every good wor
U and together rejoice in a better worl
~ when labors here are over"
|nfs FINANCES OF THE ASSOCIATION.
Treasurer Emmons snb. aitted the fc
lowing report for the nine months endir
january 3lst last:
RECEIPTS.
Balance due according to last an
nual report of James 4. Mullin,
late treasurer. ...................S Isl.
It Contributions. .................... 1,7Sl.
Office receipts and rents. .......... 5l5.
Century Club. Observation-Disclosures. 100.
M Special collection for international
tyst committee ............ 16,
Total. .....................S2, sos.
Nak EXPENDITURES.
fnlarles. ..-........'...''' ...sl. lol-
x Rent and interest. st................. i9T.
REPAIRS. ........,........ W.
Light. So.
rapers and periodicals. ls............ 52.
Trinting anu stationery. .......... 81.
International committee cuPtion.. 10.
Miscellaneous. us................... 106.
Total. s., 4o2
Balance OH hand January 31...... l92.
Mr.. Emmons added that 5000 a
n needed for this fiscal year. "The assoc
tion,n he said, "has $3.50 in cash and SIT
In subscriptions. There will be no gre
difficulty in raising the required anioui
The prospect for the current needs Is lnt