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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-12-30
ANOTHER.

Just previous to one o. our State elec-
tions, in days long ago, the two promi-
nent candidates TO be presented to the
convention were a Mr.. Knight and a Mr..
Jones, but the convention nominated the
latter. The late judge tfoweti- COM
mentlng upon it, a few days sfterward,
and said be could not understand why
Jones should be nominated in place of
Knight, because knight was as tall as
Jones, and fully as slim in every respect.
Jones kept hardware store near Market
square, and cold largely OF hollow iron
ware. lie was elected Governor, and Oh
his return 10 Providence from bis inaug-
uration was escorted from the boat. AS
the procession reached his place OF busi-
ness he left the line, md gratefully rais-
ing his hat until the line had passed
him went into the store, evidently feel.
ing the honor and responsibility OF his
new position. A few days after this, a
poem appeared in one OF tho papers OF
the day, which was credited to the late
Judge Pitman. IL referred IN detail TO
the above. and ore or more OF the verses
ended "Thst even The pots, and kettles
looked up. and said, can this be Jonos?'
ANOTHER
u Mr.. wenthersby kept grocery on
the spot where the BUILDING row is that
was built 10y Messrs. a. ID. and j. Y.
Smith, on the corner oi College and
Water streets. Among his stock in trade
ne had a large basket full ot oysters in
the shell. a countryman came in and in
quired what they were, ana upon being
informed by Mr.. Weathersby, said he had
heard OF them, but never saw them be-
fore, and inquired OF the storekeepsr ~
he likep them, who replied he did, when
MS teeth were good, but now be could
not bite them, ana then washing one OF
them he handed IL TO the oountryman 20
try. lie made several enOrts 10 bite
through tho shell, end then r,turaed IL
20 MIR weGthersby, stating he had done
his best TO bite Though the darned thing
hut could hot DO anything with Y. :.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-12-30
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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-12-30
"reminiscences of the Late Dr. II. l..
Wheaton.

"reminiscences of the Late DIR. II. L..
Wheaton.
Years ago, when the Old Jail was To-
Gated on what is now known as Hay
market street, it was often used Tor the
involuntary detention OF persons others
than suspected criminals. Among those
thus confined was Peleg Clifford, who at
times was insane, put almost everybody
far and near knew him. Ii was one day
Asylum. Peleg possessed great stock OF
cunning, and the constable, not knowing
what he might do, put the hand cuffs on
before ne started with him. Upon arrival
at the asylum Mr.. Palmer, then in
charge, inquired of the constable why he
had put hand cuffs on to Peleg, and said
he did not ever have anybody there that
needed such treatment, and had them at
once taken off, Peleg was very grateful,
and told Mr.. Palmer that lie knew more
than all OF the rest of them put together.
After few minutes conversation, Mr..
room. This was practically a cage, aud
supposer TO he secure. Peleg went in and
surveyed his new quarters, ana inquired
why he was 10 have such place, and was
informed because ii was secure and he
could be well cared for. Peleg remarked 1t
would 90, but he did not think it very
secure, and added, "before you lock me
in wish you would show me over the
place." and was particularly desirous OF
seeing Mr. Palmer's sleeping room, saying
il anything happened TO him during the
night he wanted TO know where to send.
Mr.. Palmer gratified him. Shortly after
midnight Mr.. Palmer heard "a knock on
his chamb door, and inquiring who was
there, the reply was: "It is Peleg.
thought l would show you that my
lock up was not very Sc
cure. You reed not get up-I am ready
to go back" Mr.. Palmer accompanied
him TO his place and found that Peleg had
removed the wooden sink and then suffi-
cient mum Der Of bricks from the founda-
ton wall TO leave large opening.
Peleg at times was quite valuable
assistant on agricultural matters. One
day he was absent, ano for over year
his whereabouts were not known. Mr..
Palmer wishing TO buy COW, went to
Warwick TO examine enc he had heard OF
and there found Psleg engaged as one
OF the farm hands. Peleg upon seeing
Mr.. Palmer came forward at once and
shook hands with him. and told him he
was very glad TO see him. Upon MIR.
Palmer telling the farmer who Peeg was
hc made no objection, and Peleg returned
to the old quarters.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-06-15
Peoples union of the Arlington associa-

Peoples union of the Arlington associa-
ton in Jermyn June 49,
The Sunday school Of Grace Reformed
church will enjoy an excursion to Lake
Ariel on the 2ith
A good plan for Sabbath school teachers
of Bible classes is that carried out by f.
NJ Bouton in his class at the First Pres
byterian church. 1t consists of a regular
organization, with officers and commit
tees, consisting of lookout, social, flower
and sick committees. This class numbers
over fifty young people and Is growing.
A. c. Gaebelin, of the Hope of Israel
mission, will speak to a Jewish audience
at Finley's hall next Thursday evening.
Tomorrow nights service in the sProvi-
dence Welsh Congregational church will
be of a missionary character. 1t will be
conducted by John 7. Evans, chairman Of
the church missionary committee. The
devotional portion will be conducted by
William l.. Davis, a student of Marietta
college. and appropriate addresses will
be made by Rev. Thomas r. Watkins.
Evan Lewis and Robert r. Williams. The
closing remarks will be made by II. Myrd-
din Jones, student of Olvet college. 1t
is expected that the music will be in
charge Of David ID. Lewis, assisted by
Caswallon ]. Davis, leader of the Moody
Intercollegiate quartette.
The Rev. ii. l.. Jones, s. Il. D., of st.
Stephens parish, WilkesBarre, will cx-
change with the rector of st. Luke's par
ish on Sunday, June 16.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-06-15
CHURCH SERVICES.

First Presbyterian Church-James Nc
Leod, DID,, pastor. Service at 1890 a. m.
and twilight service from to 6 o'clock
in the afternoon. The pastor will preach
at both services. The sacrament of the
Lords supper last Sunday of June. Ser
vice on Wednesday evening 7.45 O'Clock.
Strangers welcome at all services.
The Second Presbyterian Church-Rev.
Charles Il. Robinson, DID,, pastor. Ser
vices at 1890 n. m. and 7.30 p. m. Tho pas
tor will preach in the evening short SER
mon on the Reason of Faith" Special
music. All invited.
st. Luke's Church-Rev. Rogers Israel,
rector. First Sunday after Trinity. 7.30
a. M, holy communion; $50 n. M, Sunday
school; 1890 a. M, morning prayer and
sermon; 7.30 p. m, evening prayer and SER
mon. The Rev. II. L. Jones. S. T. D., Of
st. Stephens parish, Wilkes-Barre, will
have charge of the services and preach as
above
st. Marks Mission, Dunmore-Rev. A..
l.. Urban in charge. 3 p. M, Sunday
school; A p. M, evening prayer and SER
mon.
Grace Church (Reformed EpiscopaD-
Morning prayer and sermon at 1890. Sub
ject, "Our Refuge" Deuteronomy, xxxiii,
27. Evening prayer and service at 73O
Subject, Following Christ" Mark, XII
il. Preaching by the pastor. Baptism
will be administered in the morning. Sun
day school Immediately at the close of the
morning session. Young Peoples Society
Of Christian Endeavor every Sabbath
evening at $50. Strangers welcomed at
all services. Seats free.
Penn Avenue Baptist Church-Rev
Warren G. Partridge, pastor. Services at
1890 a. m. and 7.3O p. m. The pastor will
preach both morning and evening. Sub
ject In the morning, "The Inner Man.
In the evening, 1.-THE Reflner's Fire."
Strangers are cordially invited.
st. Paul's English Lutheran-Park place,
Rev. George M. Scheidy. pastor Ne ser
vices tomorrow Sunday school at 2.3O p.
m. The usual services next Lords day.
Elm Park Methodist Episcopal Church
L. H. Pearce, DID,, Of Cortland, N. T.,
will occupy the pulpit tomorrow. Morh-
ing subject, "HolinesB on the Bells, Of the
Horses" Evening subject, ''Faultless Be-
fore the Throne" Sunday school at p.
m. Epworth league at.645.
Trinity United Evangelical Church, Lit
tie England-J. G. Whitmire, pastor.
Preaching services at 1880 a. m. ana 7.45
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-06-15
CLARk'S GREEN.

Miss Sophie Miller, Of Tomkinsville'
spent Sunday at ]. w. Mullenix.
A. l. Akerly is now located In the
house recently vacated by f. ,.
Benedict, and Frank Phillips is now oc-
cuping the house made vacant by MIR.
Akerly.
The election of officers to the Epworth
league will take place on Sunday next.
Lizzie Frace spent Sunday with her
parents.
Edna Robinson, Martha Covey and
Clara Covey spent Saturday in Scran-
ton.
Lorraine is still occupying the minds
of the public and large delegations are
visiting it almost daily.
Watson Stone and Fanny r. Sher-
man, of Waverly, called on friends here
on Tuesday.
Stephen Cook and wife and daughter
Lille spent few days with his son
c. c. Cook, last week.
Mrs. Judson Wells is visiting her
daughter, Mrs. Egbert Leach, at
Georgetown, Wayne county.
Mrs. J. d. Aylesworth spent several
days with friends in Pittston during
the week past
Eva Cook Is reported now as prepar-
ing to open ice cream parlors adjoin-
ing Frace & Parker's store.
The encouragement. cards of the we'd
ding Of one Of Clark's Green's fair
daughters, Miss Nina E. Wells, to Alli-
son r. Aldrich, Of Scranton. are out.
The wedding to take place at the resi-
dence Of Mr.. and Mrs. Saunders. 126
South Seventh street, Scranton on
June 26, at 8 o'clock.
A. A. Nichols is convalescing from
his recent illness.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-06-15
OF Interest TO musicians
What Is Going On in the World Of
Melodies.
CONCERNING THE VOCALISTS
Accomplishments of Miss Sullivan-Sum'
mer Season of Opcra-Miss Harden.
bcrgh's Observation-Disclosures
Scrantonians- Personals.

Miss Winifred Sullivan is rapidly TAX
ing a leading position as an all-around
musician. At the missionary Tea" at
Mrs. c. Jones last Monday afternoon
no accompanist being present, Miss
! Sullivan accompanied her own solo in
a manner showing her to be n pianist
| Of no mean ability. The time for vocal
lists who cannot even play the most
simple hymn is past, and If they are
| to be known as artists they must pos
sess some pianistic ability. Melba,
| Nordica and many other great artists
are excellent pianists. Miss Sullivan
has many engagements for next season
and If the accompanies fail to be pres
ent, they never will be missed"
Technic In piano playing is essen
| tial to be a pianist, but it is only the
| foundation. Calling words rapidly is
not reading. The artist forgets tech
mic in expressing his conception of his
work. Articulation in singing is at
present the chief topic of discussion in
musical journals, and singers cannot
study the question too conscientiously.
| technic in piano playing, quality of
voice is required. But many a fair
voice with excellent articulation is far
more satisfactory than the contrary.
| Too many pupils are studying tone
| tone, until the art of song is lost. "Ba-
| lari once said: Vocal teaching is
| fraud" And was it not correct? A pu-
| pill goes to a teacher for instruction.
splendid voice, but not placed says
| the teacher. A course of lessons on
| voice location and the voice is gone.
| Students must awake to the fact that
| each voice has it's own popularity and
nature has placed the tone Any
change of the law of nature illustrates
the desired end. The tone can be fin
shed, but If 1t was simply case of
voice location all sopranos would be
/ Melbas. If canary bird were to visit
many voice teachers for instruction. to
his surprise he would learn that for
centuries the birds had breathed incor-
rectly and located their tone to far
down the throat, or in the nostrils. and
must acquire new method. Many
voice teachers in New York are at last
learning that the natural voice taught
articulation, accentuation Is applied to
the words and pronunciation is the
true voice builder, and their pupils are
in great demand.
Il Il Il
The capture of the first and second
prize by the Scranton United choirs
at Wilkes-Barre this week was a VIC
tory Of which all Scranton music lovers
should be p'cud, and reflected credit
upon Leader John T. Watkins, whose
ability as q conductor is becoming bet
ter known at each new success.
II II Il
The musicale given at Bicycle club
house last evening by the Schaumann
club, made up Of pupils of Miss s.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-06-15
news OF ALL CHURCHES
Subject Of the Free Pew System Is
Fully Discussed.
ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST
Record Of Providence Presbyterian
Church Furnishes Material for Dis.
Gus sion-Intcrnational b. Y. p. U.
Convention at Baltimore in July.

The question Of free pews is one fire.
puently discussed with great deal to
be said for and against it. 1t is ques-
tion that some people think is very
closely connected with another ques-
ton, "How to reach the masses?" The
record Of the Providence Presbyterian
church is an argument greatly in favor
of the Free Pew System. 1t Is three
years since the congregation adopted
this system and during this time the
church revenues have very materially
Increased. In an interview with prom
inent workers, they stated that the
increase was largely due to the Free
Pew System.
This system seems to bring a more
general financial response than the old
system. There are some people who
occupy free pews through the year
without contributing at all to the sup
port Of the church. These are very few,
however, as the majority Of the peo-
pie give more largely than before even
without the privilege Of holding a spe-
Gifted pew. Not more than two or three
of the central city churches have the
system while throughout the city near
iy two-thirds of the churches have
adopted 1t, we are told, and find that
1T gives great satisfaction.
Is Serious Incongruity.
One gentleman, In discussing the
subject, said: 1.-THE system of free
pews is indeed worthy of careful con-
sideration by the Christian public. Is
there not a serious incongruity-at
least in the minds of the non-church
going world-between solemnly dedi-
eating q church to Almighty God and
the annual act Of an auctioneer pro-
claiming How much am I offered for
pew No. 40? This pew is assessed 1t
$50. What do I hear for bonus?'
Besides this what prior ,claim upon a
sitting in Gods house has the man who
can afford 1t and is willing to pay a
bonus Of $50 for a pew over q man who
can only pay a SO Premium?
In the discussion Of this subject the
question has always been how 1t would
affect the revenues of the church, II
being generally believed that the mod
ern congregation will not voluntarily
contribute so large a sum Of money as
can be raised by the sale Of pews.- But
whether the Free Pew System increases
or decreases the revenues, is either fact
worthy Of consideration in determining
the right or the wrong Of either sys-
TEN?
Scranton Preacher Complimcnted.
The Utica Morning Herald has the
following to- say Of the Rev. w. s.
Jones, who attended the recent annual
conference Of the Welsh Baptist asso-
citation Of the state of New York: REV
w. 8. Jones. the principal preacher at
this gymanfa$ is pastor of the
First Welsh Baptist church in
America and Is considered one
Of the foremost men of his
denomination. He came to- Scran-
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-06-15
North Main Avenue Baptist.

At tomorrow mornings service Rev.
w. G. Watkins will deliver an address
on the Life and Work of John Wes-
ley, the Founder of Methodsm." Mr..
Watkins says that Baptist minister
preaching on Methodism is a peculiar
procedure, but John Wesley was cos
mopolitan man and overlaps the boun-
daries OF sect. The one hundred and
ninety-second anniversary of John
Wesley's birthday occurs Monday.
The programme for Children's Day,
which will be observed tomorrow night,
together with the floral decorations,
will be very elaborate. In the midst
of flowers and ferns a fountain of run
ing water has been erected.
On Monday night a missionary en-
tertainment will be given by the young
people.
Last Wednesday night interesting
baptismal services were held, during
which Mr.. Watkins baptized a young
husband and wife. Another very in
teresting baptism was that of Miss
Mamie Clancy, who has been mute
from her birth, but withal very in
telligent young woman. In order that
she might be examined as candidate
by the officers of the church, Mr.. Watt
kins partly learned the mute sign Ian
guage, and with the aid of writing, the
young lady passed a very satisfactory
examination, the manuscript of which
was submitted to the deacons.
Jackson Street BAPTIST Church.
Rev. d. c. Hughes breaches every
month before the Missionary socisity
of his church on 1.-THE Religions of the
World" His subject this week was
"Mohammed and Mohammedanism.
1t was a sketch of the prophets life,
the rise OF the religion, its tenets and
its eXtensiveness. Mr.. Hughes Is also
preaching series Of sermons Mon
day evenings on 1.-THE Men and Women
of Mark in the Bible" Tomorrow the
subject will be Noah and Historical
Confirmation of the Flood"
There was organized junior Bap-
tist Young Peoples union last Wednes-
day evening.
Mr.. Hughes has been appointed a
Pennsylvania state delegate to repre-
sent the Abingdon association at the
international rally, to be held at Balti
more July IS to 20.
Second Presbyterian Church.
w. c. Weeden, who has been under
the doctors care for his throat, has re-
covered and will sing Sunday.
The church has called Miss Nc
Gaughey, of the Moody Bible institute,
as church missionary to succeed Miss
Dunbar. She will begin her duties in
September. =
The offering at the Children's Day
exercise of the Adams avenue branch Of
the Sunday school was SIT. An event
which the young people enjoyed very
much was the lecture by Colonel Rip
pie on "Andersonvllle." They expect
to have him lecture again In the fall on
Experiences in Florence Prison.
Convention of D. Y.P.U.
The International convention Of the
Baptist Young Peoples union will be
held in Baltimore July 1S to 21. Scran-
ton young people have good oppor-
tunity to attend, the fare for the round
trip being only 36.61. 1t will really be
az the circulars say, "A chance Of a
lifetime" In addition to the splendid
programme there will be side trips to
Bay Ridge and Annapolis, the caverns
OF Luray, Gettysburg;iPen Mar, Ocean
city, Washington and Mount Vernon.
General Notes.
There will bea rally Of the Baptist Young
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-06-15

p. m. Sunday school at 2 p. m. Prayer
meeting Tuesday evening. Bible study
Thursday evening. Mission band Satur-
day at go p. m. Sermon by Rev. E. Z.
Shaffer, of Ransom, Saturday evening.
All are welcome.
Church of Christ, Scientist-spencer
building, 5l9 Adams avenue. Service at
1890 a. m. Seats free. Welcome to ALL
First Baptist Chruch-The Sabbath
school will observe Children's Day next
Sabbath at 1890 a. m. The decorations
will be elaborate. Evangelistic services in
the evening at 7.3O. Seats free. All well
come.
The Green Ridge United Evangelical
Sunday school will hold their Children s
Day service tomorrow evening. The SER
vice entitled 1.-THE Good Shepherd" will be
rendered. The church Is appropriately
decorated.
Grace Lutheran Church-Rev. Foster U.
Gift, pastor. Services at the Young Mems
Christian association on Sunday at 1890
a. m. Children's Day exercises at 7.3O in
the evening. Sunday school at 1l.30 Il. m
| Everybody welcome.
| Green Ridge Baptist Church-Chil-
dren's Day exercises at 1880 a. m. No Sun
day School. Sermon 10 chllufen at ioV
p. m.
| At the Simpson Methodist Episcopal
Church-Exercses appropriate to Chill
dren's Day will be held in the morning
The ordinance of baptism for children VIII
be administered. In the evening the pas
| tor will preach. Seats free.
Jackson Street Baptist Church-The pas
tor will preach tomorrow morning and
evening at 1890 and Z, Morning theme,
"Chrlst's Argument for Christianity
Evening, "Historical Confirmation of the
Bible Narrative of the Flood .....
| Howard Place African Methodist Ep.s-
copal Church-Rev. C. A. McGee, pastor.
Preaching at 1890 a. m. and 8 p. IN. Sab
bath school at 2.30 p. m. The evening SER
vice will last one hour There Will be
short sermon and extra song service.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1895-08-21

the men who have substituted the
rule of an alien gold trust for the
rule Of the people of the United
States. We are aware that Demo-
Gratis and Republicans are much af-
tected by their lifelong associations
with party. Democrats are Demo
Gratis by birth and education: and
Republicans are Republicans on ac-
count of the great record that party
has made. But it must not be for
gotten that honest Republicans and
honest Democrats are in favor Of con-
stitutional liberty as ordained and
established by the fathers: that on
the issue Of English or American rule
which is now the issue, a majority OF
the American people will be on the
American side. Gold monopoly is
English first, last, and all the time.
The combination to which the na-
tions pay tribute of more than hve
hundred millions annually is an En-
elish combination. Americans have
been forced to be contributors to the
wealth OF that English syndicate by
the legislation demonetizing silver,
which that same English syndicate
procured. That legislation took
away the right of the American peo.
pie under the constitution to coin
their own money and compelled them
to borrow money of the Englisl,
bankers. This has been done fol
twenty years, and has been com
pounded by continuing to borrow
money to pay interest on borrowed
money until the debt of the United
States to Europe, after applying oul
surplus exports, is annually increas
ing from s25O,0O0,oo0 to $500, 900, 900
Some statisticians put the annual in
crease of the foreign debt of the
Government and people of the United
States as much as $15,00o,0 900.
This is English rule, and the name
Of Democracy and Republicanism ap'
piled to this fraud cannot much
longer deceive the people. The issue,
as we stated in the beginning, is bi'
metallism and prosperity, or, what is
the same thing, American independ.
ence or English rule. This may be
regarded as strong language, but
those who know from whence the or.
ders come which pass from New
York to the White House and how
they are obeyed, knows who governs
the United States. When Lombard
street speaks the administration de-
clarss it is the voice of the people
and that it is the duty Of every good
citizen to patriotically and unselfsh
ly obey that voice.