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terrain Church. The Rev. Leslie w. Sprague
has been called to the pastorate and will
take charge 10 April.
The morning service began with an organ
prelude. The music was under tho dlrec-
ton OF Fl. b. Passmore; Miss NJ. +. Pratt.
organist; church chor-Mss Emma Felter.
soprano; Miss ID. Emmons. contralto; A.
NJ. Hill. tenor; j. j. Nachtrieb. basso.
Then came the singing of the hymn al
ready referred to. Ii was followed by re-
sponsive readings, reading Of the lesson OF
the day by Rev. Z. b. Payne. an address on
"Our Cause" by Rev. r. J. Horner. a well
come TO the fraternity OF Unitarian
churches by Rev. Charles w. Wendte.
solo by Miss Charlotte Waite, Greetings
From the First Church" by.Rsv. DR., Horatio
Stebbins, anthem by the choir. IAN APP
peap' bv Rev. Thomas Van Ness. cello
solo by Paul Freebooter, hymn No. 16S by
congregation. and the benediction by Rev.
E. Il. Payne.
In his appeal the pastor alluded to the
history OF the church, and told how an In
debtedness of $1,000 remained, although
$500 had been raised.
In the afternoon chidren's service was
held in the assembvroom. which was
neatly decorated with flags, streamers,
calas, palms and wreaths of evergreen.
The Pilgrim SuHday-school was well rep
resented. Its superintendent, Charles A.
Murdoch delivered an interesting address.
religion. and an elaborate programme bad
been arranged by K. +. Adams class of boys.
The music was under the supervision Of &.
Langston. In opening the afternoon SER
vices Rev. Mr. Van Ness explained that it
was double celebration. Washtngton's
birthday being also observed, 1T is our
red-letter day." said he; "our patriotic day.
We welcome all visitors as we stand pecul-
iarly and particularly a church for the
people"
REGULATIONS were rendered by such bright
Sabbath-school scholars as Martin Walton.
Rosie Ashcroft. Ray Irving. Ethel Peltret,
Aggie Ulquhart and George Drummend.
Then there was singing by the little Misses
Gertie Roberts and Stella Ford; little tots
belonging to the infant class also sang
patriotic hymns, and so did the congre-
CATION.
A pleasant feature at the conclusion was
the distribution of books TO the most prof.
cent pupils In the kindergarten attached to
the church. The happy little pupils who
received the presents, which, by the way,
were from the popular young pastor. we're:
Fernando Caprice. Clarence Hobbs. Helen
Carter, Florence Nachtreb, Elton Dodge.
Minnie Moody and Dwight Clarke.
Evening services were also held, and the
following was the order Of exercises:
Anthem. 80 Lord. Most Mercful" Com
GOMEZ; responsive reading, with prayer;
chant. choir; hymn 152. congregation adj
dress, "The Message Of Judaism to Uri-
tarianism." Rev. DR.. Jacob VOorsanger;
duet. Miss Emma Felter. FL. Woods; ad-
dress, THE Laymans Point of View"
Hon. Horace Davis; address, "a Closing
Word" Rev. n. A. Haskell: offertory, duet,
Miss Emma Feiter, FL. Woods; hymn 100,
congregation: benediction.
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----------7----
WET kITE-FLYING.
A Boy Pulled Off Wharf Into the
pou

Bay.
On the wharf just north of the Oceanic
dock yesterday afternoon two men and a
little boy, the latter about years of age.
were flying kite.
The wind was strong and constant and
the kite, which was about three feet high
and two feet in width at the widest part.
mounted into the heavens with rush. 1t
was held by strong fish-line twine in the
hands of the men, who allowed the cord to
run through lump Of beeswax as they paid
1t out.
The boy. naturally, wanted to fly his kite,
but the men warned him that the paper
bird" pulled too strong for little fellow and
tried to content him by urging him to watch
the kite, which was almost out of sight
Finally the last foot of string had been
paved out and the men became tired of the
sport.
Lets get beer" said one OF them, and
the rest readily agreed.
"Whatll we do with the kite?" was the
next question, and all favored hauling it
In, but the boy began to cry at the pro spect
Of his sport being spoiled, and. as COM
promise, the men tied the string around the
child's waist, braced his feet against q
beam and told him not to move until they
returned.
Had the lad remained as placed he would
have been cafe from harm, but childish
curiosity got him on his feet and in an in-
slant he Was whisked into the bay.
The kite, which was the cause OF the boy s
tumble into the water, was his best friend
after all. for 1t held him above the waves
until he was rescued.
For second or two. while the rescuers
were rushing around to get boat, every
one expected the string to break and let
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and the Roman world is past-but Christ's
evangelimm will forever live in the hearts of
his people.
"0h, you infidels who in derisive ana art
full language separate this Weakness OF
Jesus from his divinity. You have eyes,
but you cannot see that this son OF man is
more beautiful, richer and divine than all
your fearless gods.
"rhe conquest of pain beauties the soul
and makes her divine. 1t was 10 make this
battle that Jesus retired iato the quiet soli-
tude of the garden in Geihsemane together
with his three confidential friends.
"Iheir society was beneficial but il was
insufficient His soul could not find rest.
In such an hour no human being can bring
consolation.
Then in the middle of the night he cries
and prays alone. He pours out his human
lOngings and his divine submission con-
quers.
The truest prayer is embraced in the
words, Thy will be done The grandest
victory the soul can celebrate and the fullest
peace it can find are in the recognition OF a
divine order and in an individual submis-
sion TO the same.
Then stormy hearts will subsde, the sea
of life will become calm and the spirit will
rise to the highest summit.
such was the condition OF the soul OF
the Savior. His struggle was a long one
and his exhausted followers had fallen
asleep.
when they awakened they found their
master like one born anew, full of might,
peace and determination.
"An angel from heaven had brought con-
ISOLATION to lin.
Every man carries his own angel In HIM
self. Those who know how to point him
out find that he is there that he lives
always in the Lord Of all consolation.
ut was high tina. Already he traitor
: entered the garden with the soldiers.
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ally to those who have made good begin
ming in the Christian life and belief, but also
to those VINO have fallen from grace.
"The latter are reminded by such words
that they must turn from the road to ruin
and seek blessedness.
What does The apostle mean when be
saws "hoiiness."
"He does not mean only an exterior hon.
orabie cloak, which prevents the commits
sion of coarse sins and crimes, which would
bring the perpetratOr of them into the
hands Of the authorities. but he intends to
convey the idea that man should tear him.
self loose from all that is bad, a change of
heart. thought and life according to the
laws laid down by the Lord In his COM
mandments.
IF we desire to follow the advice of the
apostle, we must hate sin and love all that
is good.
I'VE beg and pray in the name Of Jesus,
and be who despises him is under his curse
and has no part In him nor in the blessings
of his sufferings and death.
mo one can excuse himself with ignor-
ance. because we all know the will OF the
Lord.
1.-The Lord demands that we honor our
body in keeping clear of sin, and he has
right to such demand, because he is our
creator and keeper.
THE Lord reveDges all SINS and he who
takes his grace lightly will feel his wrath.
1.-THE Lord Is holy and pure, and all who
want to be his companions must be purified,
for the impure cannot enter heaven.
LET US strive and battle so that we may
always remain on the narrow path, which
leads to true life, and that we may never
be conquered by sin. For such is the will
OF the Lord. our holiness"
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sion. 1t pleased the Lord 10 bruse him.
Thus the foundation was filled and pre-
pared. 1t is fixed in its place, firm aud I'M
movable. Now lie is raising other stones TO
build them thereon. The work was begun
on the day of Pentecost. The work is still
going on. The top stone will soon be
brought forth with rejoicing. the labor will
cease, and we shall receive our reward!
'Why was their foundation prepared?
For the justification and sanctificaton of
sinners. Il will remove the iniquity of that
land in one day."
To remove iniqnity Is TO remove its pen
atty and its pollution. Christ accomplished
both for believers.
Behold the lamb Of God that taketh
away the sin of the world" This was
work the Jewish sacrifices coulp not accom-
plish. For two thousand years the victims
bled upon the affairs and not single sin was
actually removed.
"Our great high priest removes the in
Equity of his people by a single offering of
himself in one day."
"What land? Emanueps landl Believe
in the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be
saved"
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Without sacrifice there is no peace with
God; without peace with him no peace with
mankind, and without peace with mankind
none with ourselves" said he.
The sermon which followed was divided
into three chapters from Gethsemane:
First, place and surroundings; second, the
combat, and third. Jesus and bis most init
mate friends. portrayed about as follows:
bethany and Gethsemsne. two cities
which recall Tecollectiens of both love and
terror.
THE name of Bethany rings with silyery
clearness all through the life of Jesus.
'sThe little village at the foot of the
Mount of Olives was always safe retreat
where Jesus found rest. 1t was sort of
home for him-such home as only true
friendship and sympathy could offer.
Between the preparations for death In
Bethany and the final struggle in Gethse-
name The many speeches so full Of senti-
ment and wisdom recorded In the Bible
John xiii:1D were uttered.
"The hours grew shorter and the decision
came nearer.
with unsurpassed truth aad beauty the
picture oil Jesus in Gethsemane is pictured
In the evsngelum.
The son OF man feeling that he was de-
serted by God. with tears in his eyes and
trembling with the fear Of death, fought a
heavy battle.
His followers lead him on, and with the
tnOusul Vi approaching death IN his inner
most heart, which shakes him with name
less fear. he signs to his father
ut is true such a fear of death Is OF
virtue but weakness, but who does not
know and feel that the softer and purer the
is, the harder it is to battle and gain
the victory which brings the heavenly
peaee2
lis there not a repose which seems to
carry everything. but really is 30 far from
the ideal of the human soul as death is from
life?
"Ob, you stony hearts. who find fault
with this shadow in the life of Jesus, did
you but know what love Is and how it in
creases the pain In the human life, you
would think more liberal
'Tears are for mankind only, and the tears
Of love are holy, even If they are caused by
human weakness.
The tear in the eye of Jesus is a messen-
ger of his pain. Such tear as comes from
q sublime soul con scious of her divinity Ii
Is. therefore. beyond any doubt that he
knew what be had to do. His road was out
lined, and he never deviated single step.
Great potentates rule this earthly sphere.
bat the tear of Jesus reflects new world.
Zone more generation and Jerusalem will
lie in ruins forever, few centuries more
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tie more effectively the great events in the
work of the redemption Of the world by the
Savior.
I'VE deem the Lenten season as specially
sacred Oh account Of the object 10 which it
is devoted, the consideration of the most
sacred truths aud facts to which the eyes
and hearts Of a sinful world could be
directed, the sufferings and death of a low
Ing Savior. who in our stead, in fulfillment
Of Gods OWN immutable law, bore the
penalties of sin and secured pardon and
salvation for all. Nor do we care in the
least for any and all church laws as to the
manner in which this season should be
celebrated. We rather regard it as con-
irary TO the teachings and spirit of the
gospel 10 be subject to ordinances in re-
gard 10 food. raiment and other external
matters, believing that it is our duty, as St.
Paul says, tn STAND fast in the liberty
wherewiih Christ hath made Us free, and
not to be entangled again with the yoke Of
bondage
las the true spirit In celebrating such a
season We regard that which should nat
uTaily result from the proper consideration
of the mediatoTial sufferings of our Lord.
viz. sincere repentance Of sin. renewed
faith o our redemption by Christ and such
thankfulness as will prompt Us to true holt
ness Of life IN his service"
1t was This last feature in the proper OBJ
scrvance Of the Lenten season 10 which the
In showing how earnestly the Savior's
sufferings exhOrt all true believers 10 sane
LITIGATION the pastor impressiyely described
the powerful motive presented and its
legitimate effect realized in our sanctica-
ton.
While the sufferings OF the Savior were
declared to be first Of all the source OF all
spiritual comfort. peace and hope. they
were for this very reason asserted to be the
most powerful incentive TO sanctifcaton.
Just as the appeal OF faithful friend. Of a
generous eenefaetor. Of a loving mother
would naturally have the greatest weight. so
the appeal Of him who loved US more than
ever friend or even mother. Every wound of
the Savior was described as most elOquently
entreating and urging US to abstain from
sin and 10 do Gods will.
Particular attention was given to the con-
sideIat on of the work of sanctifcatiou, its
root, its nature ana its fruit. While il was
admitted that perfect holiness is impossible
in this. life, il was insisted that growth in
specification is natural and necessary evil
dence of true spiritual life in Christ.
In conclusion. the rastor deprecated the
too frequent abuse of Gods love and grace
and quoted as indicating the proper effect
of sincere recognition OF Gods love 10
rs in Christ the words of ST. Paul: "As
free. and not using your liberty for a cloak
of maliciousness. but as the servants of
Cod -
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Piles Of the Catholic church. People are
very much given to misunderstood what it
means to take the marriage vows, and there
are great many who consider the taking
to themselves wife or q husband like the
formation of any other worldly partnership,
easily brought about and easily dissolved.
"The prevalence Of this idea means even
tual ruin. not only TO the church but also to
society, and If the spread Of such opinion is
not checked free love will become the regu-
lar established rule, and soon there will be
no more marriages at all.
"One OF tie greatest beauties OF the Cath
lie religion are its stringent laws regulating
these matters In the interest of morality and
decency.
when a Catholic couple marries the
church is party to the contract, and there
fore it has right to make its own condi-
lions and objections.
These conditions are called marriage
obstacles. and vary according to circum-
stances.
I'VE have marriages which are not per-
mitted by The church, and they are, if con-
tracted. guilty ones according TO the Cath
Ollie laws. They can. however, be legalized
by special dispensation, but there are also
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This stone is laid before Joshua God
revealed his Son in every age of the world.
In "EdeD." TO Abraham. to Moses, to the
prophets. to the apostles. to Luther, Wes-
ley and Albrecht, who built upon it gold,
silver and precious stones"
''fhe glory Of this stone"
Upon one stone shall be seven eyes,"
By this we may understand either seven
eyes of others looking upon the stone. or
seven eyes In the stone looking upon others.
Ii we lake the former idsa, there are many
eyes looking upon this zone stone" The
other Interpretation refers these ''seyen
eyes" to the perfection OF our Lords medi-
atorial character, Isaiah ii:2.
This stone is fitted and prepared by God
himself.
81 will engrave the craving thereof"
Many hammers were upon 1t from Betnle-
hem to Calvary. The Scribes. Pbarisees,
Caiaphas, Judas, Plate and the Roman SOL
diery.
He was despised and rejected Of man."
man Of sorrow. and acquainted with
grlef he was wounded for our transgres-
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real meaning of the
word blessed points
toward q condition Of
the soul.
Blessed is he who is
saved from sin, as the
foundation of all evil,
and In possession OF the
heavenly gifts of real
valne.
"Only a Christian can
be blessed, because
blessedness begins as
soon as man enters into
life compani0nship with
Christ.
"In him we have life
ana full satisfaction.
" L his blessedness.
however, Is only fully
EXPRESSED in the here
after. The highest Is
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was the only one who could accomplish the
work of our redemption. His pure charac-
ter stands out unique in history and the
truth which pervaded his whole nature be-
comes apparent to everybody VINO reviews
his life nnprejudiced and faithful.
His teachings and deeds legltimatiZe him
as the ambassador of his Father.
"His death and resurrection are to US
testimonial Of the justice OF the Lord.
''Haye you complete confidence in the
merit Of him whose heir you are?
True Christianism means firm conf
dence in him who has loved US and has
sacrificed himself for US.
"Why were we bought?
"To await the inheritance of the holy
light. which takes the publication from sin
for granted.
1.-The great masses who have washed their
clothes are now in the home of bliss and
are invited to the wedding of the lamb. Oh!
luck of the released, when they return
home and when all that is mortal will be
engulfed in the immortal.
"What are our duties after we are
bought?
"Our text says, Praised be the Lord
bodily and in spirit
"Since You have been purchased you
ought to be In reality the property Of the
Lord Your body and soul should be at his
service.
"If you do not want TO be guilty of in
gratitude you ought to place yourself en-
tirely at his service. Be willing to be the
property of him who has bought you with
his blood"
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BIRTHS-M MARRIAGES DEATHS.

FIRTH marriage and death notices sent by mail
win not be inserted. They must be handed 10 at
either OF the publication ofices ana De indorseo
with the name and residence Of persons authorized
to have the same pubiishedJ
BORN.
RIELLY-In this city. February 20, 1888, 10 the
wife of Philip A. REILLY, son.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS % 1898. to the wife of Joseph
D. Redding. daughter.
RADEMACHER- this city. February Ia, 1888,
to the wife OF s. Rademacher son.
STOCKING this city February 90. 1898. TO the
wife OF Charles Stocking. a son.
BRUNNER-In this city. February FL 1893, 10 the
wife OF Albert J. Drummer. daughter.
BELYEA-In this city, February 20. 1898. to the
vile of James A. Beyea. daughter.
LEIDIG-Eebruary 30, 1898. to the vile OF Chris
tian A Ledg. daughter.
LARDERICH-Near san Juan. February "a. TO the
wife OF Walter l. Lader .ch a son.
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IJtiHLscU, DOteQ 0i-
vine. based the contents of his remarkable
book, "a Day With Jesus in Capernaum,"
upon this narrative in our text.
"A Sabbath with Jesus! Oh, what a
blessed privilege! 70 be with our Lord. to
see bis face. to hear his com passionate voice,
to witness his marvellous works. what an
exalted h0nor But what can we learn
from this passage?
'First-Chrisrs attendance at the syna-
gogue. ST. Luke tells us, AS his custom
was, he went into the synagogue on the
Sabbath day. Jesus was a Sabbath keeper.
Jesus was regular cburchgoer. Are YOU
Christ did not assume to do without rei-
gious Observance as to the outward forms.
though In our day men mistakenly try to
avoid them and look uDon the observance
Of The Sabbath and religious service as
trivial matter. There is nothing optional
for us ON this line. but it is our duty 10 fol-
low the example Of our Lord.
"Second-Christs manifestation of his
power In casting out the evil spirit from the
demoniac. Here we learn how religious
service will always have its drawbacks and
Interruptions. as In case of the evil spirit
present In the synagogue. No church serv-
ice on earth Is perfect and no congregation
Is composed exclusively out of saints. The
church Is not for the perfect men, but to
make men more perfect than they would be
without 1t. Then, tco.. we may learn how
the most depraved of beings NAV be- the
most ready to distinguish between right and
wrong. This unclean spirit gave recogni
ton to Christ which the Jews withheld
from him.
Scarcely any are so quick to detect evil
In professor OF religion as the unbelievers
themselves. But it is Christ who cleanseth
his church. He wrought his miracle to do
good, to relieve the suffering and to comfort
the afflicted, to give proof of his divine
character and mission in fulfilling the proph-
ecies concerning the Messiah, and 10 fore
shadow the results that follow the estab-
lishment OF his kingdom on earth. Thus he
typtied the work of spiritual healing and
restoration Of lost powers to the sin diseas ed
souls OF men. oil through his gospel.
''Third-Chrsts loving care for his
friends. 1t was only necessary to tell him
OF the sickness Uf Peters wife's mother, and
with his own touch he heels her. His soul
was stirred at human need and was ever
ready to help by his divine power.
"Fourth-Christs acceptance of human
service. The healed one Immediately arose
and she EiniStered unto Christ and his
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REV. FREDERICK BONN.

GERMAN METHODIST EPIscoPA L.
Rev. T. Bonn. German II. E. Church.
Folsom street.
Text Kings. xiix:l: And / will send
rain upon the earth.
"All divine promises" said the speaker.
''are given on condition. Illustrations Of
this truth abound in the Old and New les
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PERSONAL. NOTES.

II. c. Shaw Of Stockton is at the Lick
House.
George E. Fair Of Gonzales is at the Occi-
dental.
w. J. Harris of FL Paso, Tex. is at the
Lick House.
Judge George A. Nourse OF Fresno is at
the Lick House.
w. r, Harley, Sheriff OF Suffer County,
Is at the Russ House.
Il. c. Merritt a prominent merchant of
Santa Rosa, Is at the Baldwin.
w. X. Stuart, a wealthy lumber dealer OF
Port Townsend, Is at the Baldwin.
Frank Daniels. the popular and promi-
nent comedian, Is here from Rye. N. Y.
State Senator Frank MCGOWAN of Eureka,
Humboldt County, Is at the Russ House.
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nACKAY AND RIPLEY.
Condition of the Millionaire and His
WOuId-Be Shaver

Wesley G. Rppey. the would-be slayer of
millionaire John w. Mackay, was resting
easier at the Receiving Hospital yesterday.
He was perfectly conscious, but was not al
lowed to speak. as the effort brought on
coughing, followed by expectoration of
blood.
He was able to make his wants known
and converse In writing. Mrs. Munson
called again yesterday morning to continue
her nursing. but Rippey told her to 60
away. as her constant presence there might
cause talk.
Yesterday morning his temperature was
100h and his pulse 112
DIR. Somers was asked il there was any
possible chance of Rippey's recovery. His
reply was smile and significant shrug of
the shoulders.
Mr.. Mackay was not so well yesterday.
The wound was causing hin. considerable
pain, and he was inclined to be restless.
He had short spells of sound sleep. which
seemed to refresh him.
No one was permitted to see him yester-
day, and his private secretary, Richard
Dey, attended to all callers and answered
inquiries.
There was a falling off In the number of
kilograms asking alter the patients cOndi-
tion, and the secretary was able to enjoy a
much-needed rest
DR.. Keeney Is In close attendance upon his
patient and Is doing all that medical skill
can do to ease the pain.
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REV. GEORGE GUTH.
ST PAuLs GERMAN NJ. e. cnnRcr

ST. PAUL's GERMAN NJ. f. CHURCH.
Rev. George Gnth. pastor of ST. Paul's
German M. +. Church, Broadway, near
Powell street.
Text-Mark :21-34. "A Sabbath in the
Life of Christ"
in reading the biographies of distin-
guished persons we always appreciate
glimpse into their homelife and daily
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REV. ]. H. SCHROEDER.
ST. JOHANNES EVANGELICAL.

Rev j. II. Schroeder of the St. Johannes
German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
T@enty-second street. between Howard and
Capp.
Text-Gospel lesson for second Sunday in
Lent, Matthew XIV :21-2S.
During the holy passion time, or Lenten
season, the bitter sufferings aud the death