The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1896-05-30
NEW WINDSOR ITEMS.
The 10th Semi-Annual Convention OF Car
roll County C. E. Union.

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The tenth semi-annual convention of III,
Carroll County Christian Endeavor Unioi
held its sessions in New Windsor PRESBYTERIAN
Church on May Goth, 2lst aud 22d
preparatory service was held on Wednes
day evening, conducted by DIR. James Frazier
of New Windsor College, the general subiec
of the evening being ''Unity of Purpose"
The Thursday morning session was opened
by few minutes being allotted to informa
getting acquainted" after which Charlie.
Ecker lead prayer and praise service. An
address of welcome to fellow Endeavorer.
was cordially delivered by Harry Ecker, and
a a.. hearty response was given by George H;
BRINE, of Ianeytown. DIR. VIM. Fl. Purnel
offered prayer and Rev. O. C. Roth, of Grace
Lutheran Church, Baltimore, delivered the
convention sermon from the theme, Goods
Helpers" taking his text from l Cor 20.
The meeting closed by prayer.
A larger number Endeavorers had assem-
bled at 2 o'clock to join in the interesting
program. Mr.. Chas. r. Woods delivered the
Presidents address. The Secretary and
Treasurer's report was given by Miss Ida
Difenbaugh.
Mr.. Geo. H. BRINE lead the next feature of
the program, which was the 'Reports from
Societies. Delegates from each society gave
short talks on their work and growth, which
were all very satisfactory and encouraging
Rev. o. c. Roth presided over an open
parliament on "Bible Study" A number of
brief remarks were made on the subject. which
were instructive and helpful.
The evening service proved to be very en-
tertaining. Miss Laura Graddick read an
essay, ''Music-Its Relation to Worship" A
TOO, I i III.
Anne Rothwell Stewart. The meeting was
continued by an address, ''Christain Citizen.
ship by Rev. J. W. Rogan, of Baltimore.
simultaneously with the rising of Father
Sol the Endeavorers held prayer meeting at
6 O'Clock Friday morning. F. l.. Herring
presided. Subject of meeting, "Windows
open towards Jerusalem At $50 a. m.
prayer and praise service was conducted by
Archer Burgoon, followed by a. open parlia-
ment on ''Loyalty to the Pledge, y led by Miss
Anne Rothwell Stewart Those participating
were Misses Lizzie Birely, Anna Motter and
Salle Weaver, and Messrs. Ebaugh and Spur
beck. A missionary address was delivered by
Rev. Robert L. Paterson, yice-president of
Union.
Rev. Evan A. Edwards, of Linganore,
made the presentation of the mission banner
to the society giving the largest amount to
mission, averaged per member. The success
full society was that of the Reformed Church
of Taneytown. Geo. Brine came forward to
receive the honor and made response in be-
half of his sister society.
At noon the executive committee resolved
to appoint county superintendent of tenn
perance, who shall be member of the exc
cutive committee. Subcommittee were also
appointed. First, committee of arrange
ment, with Charles Ecker chairman, who re-
ported that the next convention would con-
vene in Uniontown.
As officers for county the following were
re -elected: Chas. r. Woods, president; Rev.
r. l.. Patterson, vice president; Miss Ida NJ.
Difenbaugh secretary; Miss Louise Shriver,
junior superintendent.
Secondly, committee on Resolutions
Chairman, Miss Anna Motter, who submitted
their resolutions. Third, committee to select
county colors-Miss Sara Smith, chairman.
reported at the night session they had selected
Blue and White as the Carroll county c. +.
colors, and expressed the wish that this com
bination would represent many Carroll En-
deavorers at the International Convention in
Washington.
The special features of the afternoon SEES
sion were an address on '.The Spirit of Evan
gelsm," by Geo. II. Birnie, and the Junior
Rally, which showed marked development in
this good work The exercises were under
the supervision of Miss Shriyer, county super
intendent. Every one was pleased with the
address by Mrs. Kridley Mcmillan, State Su
perintendent The Juniors took part in these
exercises, after which Rev. B. W. Kridley
talked on 'Soul Winning"
Miss Brewer. of Baltimore, made an earn
est appeal to Endeavorers in behalf of ''The
Fresh Air Society,", impelling us to our privi-
leges and our duty to others. She received
hearty cooperation in her work.
AT the last service in the evening Rev. I.
S. Long conducted the praise service.
We were very glad to have with us Rev.
Chas A. Oliver, of York, Pa, who spoke to
us on 'Consecration-What Does it Mean. "
He spoke very concisely, making his mean
ing well understood and felt.
The concluding service was a conservation
service led by President Chas. r. Woods,
which was very impressive.
The music for the convention was taken
from selections of the new C. E. Hymn Book.
In addition to this an attractive program was
rendered by the church choir, with Miss Car
RTE Stouffer organist, and Prof. L. c. Suman
director, Music has large part in influence
ing the character ola convention and in dehn-
ing its spiritual effect,
Throughout the convention spirit OF good
will existed, and from the enthusiasm which
is apparent all over the county, and the in
tense interest taken in the plans, we can
but think with these twin thoughts, spirituality
and evangelism, that the harvest in the com
ing year will be large, and we feel sure each
delegate found sufficient material to take
home to inspire and revivify local societies.
A free lunch was served in the lecture room
of the church on Thursday and Friday so as
not to detain any one from attending the
meeting on account of home duties. The
lunch committee comprised Mrs. jos. Stout
fer, chairman, Mrs E. Weaver, Mrs. D. P.
Smelser, Mrs T. Magavern, Mrs. n. H. Bale,
Mrs. Gait, Mrs. D. Mullenneaux and Mrs.
Chas Lambert, acted as very cordial hostesses:
The church vas very tastefully decorated
in the society colors, black and yellow, to-
gether with evergreens and palms. The com
mittee consisted of Miss Sara Smith, chair
man, Mrs. L. Stouffer, Miss Carrie Stonffer
and Miss Eva Englar, and Messrs: Robert
Weaver, Ghas. Bankert, Walter Ecker, Ev-
erly and Lambert. who proved themselves
very efficient.