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A. L. Geggie. Truro, n. H, made the OPEN
ing pra yer. When he had finished the great
chorus filled the tent and lifted up all
hearts with Il magnificent anthem, clos
ing. "Aileluia, Amen"
President Clark. after the audience had
sung, Grown Him, Crown Him." with
feryOr said he did not need to speak in
Iaudation of the man who was to deliver
the annual sermon. 1t was enough to say
that he would preach the word Of God.
He was glad to introduce TO them Maurice
8. Baldwin. d. D., lord bishop OF Huron,
who made an eloquent address.
At the close there was applause. Prest
dent Clark reminded them that at this
final conservative service their appre-
citation must be shown by silence, not
cheering. He said he always came to this
final service with fear and trembling. He
ask.d all first to look up for 4 moment
in silence into the face OF God for a vision
OF hope.
There was minute of quiet.
Then Mr.. Clark said there mustbe another
thing than look. They must listen for
the final message. They must hear. aud
they would pray and wait for tile word.
Again, for a brief time, there was deep,
complete silence.
In that turn, said the leader, the message
had come to every heart OF some new duty
at home; some added service to tile church.
Finally there was third thing for them TO
do. They must seek the guidance of the
Master and then go into all the world TO
preach the Gospel.
A moment was spent in silent prayer at
Mr.. Clark's word and the choir afterward
sang softly, Just as am, without one
plea
President Clark said South Carolina
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Kings Palace,
SI2-SI4 9TH St.
Us Market Space.
WHAT THEY THINK OF US.
Visitors Have Only Words of Praise
for Washington.

"God be with you till we meet again"
The people OF Washington will always
have a hearty welcome for the c. L.
The closing hours Of the great convention
were Of most intense interest.
A number Of railroad tickets have been
extended and many OF the delegates will
remain iu Washington several days.
Yesterday was the busiest day OF the con-
yentiou at headquarters.
1t is to be regretted that it can ue-er
be known how many were in attendance.
Over $4,000 registered and it is known
that very large number did not.
The railroad agents worked like beavers
yesterday. and outgoing trains will he
crowded today.
Connecticut, the land ofthe steady ha bits
had large delegation, but Rhode Island
did the best in proportion to population.
The Eastern railroads Were liberal in
extending limits to tickets and a great
many Eastern delegates will stay to visit
friends ard see points OF interest, but The
western railroads were not so kindly
disposed
Delegatesgo home withnew thoughts. new
aims, new purposes aud with greater con-
secration than ever to Christian work.
Ticket brokers did n good business but
less than usual with conventions of this
size.
The early morning prayer meetings have
been among the most interesting features
of the convention.
The assignment to churches as head
quarters and the arrangements made IN
them was the idea of the Washington
committee, and has elicited much favor
able com ment-
Wash ington, I believe, Is the most
beautiful City III the world and certainly
there is none more hospitable,' said Dele
gate II. n. Turner, of Iowa, who has
Travelled extensively.
THE c. E. was never more Cordially
welcomed or better cared for" said Rev
c. L. Savage, of Cleveland.
mo wonder that many politicians at the
close of their terms OF office make their
homes In Washington" said Judge A R.
johnson. OF Little Rock
II am proud that the Capital City of our
Christian nation shows go true Christian
spirit" said Rev. T. L. Lewis of New Or
leans.
zone expects capital city to be wicked
1t is usually supposed that worldly minded
men hold tie political offices, but Washing
ton, with its splendid churches and conse-
Grated. earnest Christians is a standing
refutation Of the sIander that the public
servants are privately dehauctees," said
Rev Roy Armstrong of Chicago.
II had no idea that Washin gton was SO
beautiful or that its people were so uni
formly courteous and friendly" said A r.
Snyder. prominent member of the Chicago
delegation.
Il hope the people of Washington ap-
preciate the committee OF sc as tie dele
gates do," said an Ohio delegate.
Nashville hopes to treat the c. E. as
well as Washington has. Further than hat
hope would be unreasonable were the kind
words OF Nashville delegate.
The praises of Washington and the com
mittee of'96 were heard from every quarter.
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would come first in the call of States. as
they must leave on an early train. Some
States might not respond, as the 10000
delegates were divided among the tents
and other meetings, and some States might
not be represented. Then followed the
musical responses.
When President Clark asked If any Lad
been overlooked a gentleman in the CEN
ter arose and spoke for the ten Army so
cieties, including that at Fort Myer.
Mexico sent a greeting Of conservation.
For Great Britain two gentlemen read
passage of Scripture.
Australia responded. Australia for Christ Z"
Persia said, ''The Lord hath ma,le
bare his arm"
Armenia cried, "who shall separate us
from the love OF Christ?"
LET the people praise Thee" answered
Yong Kay for China, and japanese in
broken English spoke for Japan. Germany
had a word in the tongue of the fatherland.
West coast of Africa said, He that
loveth Me, keepeth My Commandments"
The District of Columbia was called last.
The choir sang "I'li Live for Thee"
third stanZa, and members of the Union
responded softly with the chorus
President Clark then prayed briefly for
strength to keep this pledge and pronounced
the fifteenth convention Of Christian En-.
deayor adjourned without date
All together they repeated the Mizpah
benediction and, as they parted, sang AT
the Cross"
The ushers are requested all to be present
to be photographed at the south steps
of the Treasury at 6 y. m. today
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absence Of Rev. II. n. Wharton, D. D., of
baltimore, who was expected to deliver the
sermon of the evening, was overcome by
the eloquent address of Rev. w. F. Wilson
OF Toronto. DR.. Wilson'S topic was "A
Christian"
-Four things" he said, 81 would impress
upon yeu. Be cAecrfcl. Lave sunshine in
your soul as the song We sing.
Be grateful, show your appreciation for
what Christianity has done for you"
At the close of the sermon the congrega-
ton sang Marching to ZiOn," which was
followed by coDsecration exercise, led by
Mr.. Charles N. Hunt, president OF the Mime
sofa Union, the youthful lawyercvangc,ist.
Every hand in the audience was raised in
response to the speakers appeals for those
who had consecrated themselves to Christ.
Many brief testimonies were given OF Christ
ian experience.
The sermon concluded by singing God
Be With You Till We Meet Again. as a
most fitting close to the fifteenth annual
convention of Christian Endeavor.
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SERVICE AT FOUNDRY.
Church Could Hardly Accommodate
the Audience of EndeavorerS.

Foundry Methodist Episcopal Church last
evening was the scene of Il monster and
enthu siastic Christian Endea avor mass
meeting.
Notwithstanding the fact that meetings
were in prog ress the threetents. .thecrowd
wass large tina title commodious auditorium
could hardly accommodate it.
Rev. Canon j. b. Richardson OF London,
Ontario, presided. and Mr.. R. T. Ballard
of Washington directed the music. The
meeting was opened with n praise service,
followedby an anthem chorus sandGevotional
exercises. The last named exercises were
conducted by Mr.. Fred E. Tasker OF this
city. The sermon of the evening was Ge-
livered by the Rev. JOHN Neil OF Torouto,
Canada He took as his text tie verse
from the Song of Solomon, MANY waters
cannot Quench His love" The Rev. Mr..
Neil said that the best preparation for a
conservation service was to have our
thoughts filled with love for God. He
treated his subject under four heads, all
relating to the uuquenchable love OF God.
First, His Suffering Gould not Quench His
love; second, the uuwortliiness of His dis
cipies could not queuch His love; third,
death could not queuch His love; fourth,
His exaltion to the right hand of God did not
quench His love. He closed with an clo-
quent appeal to his hearers to appreciate
the unQuenchable love which Cod has
for His children aud applied his subject
to the subject OF conservation. The conse-
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WHERE HEAVEN IS.
Rev. B. F. niils, of Central Hall
Tells of the Hereafter.

The last meeting In Central Hall was a
grand demonstration of Endeavo.ers and
there were fully 1000 there.
The Rev. II. Rhodes of st. Louis pre-
sided. and Mr.. F. j. Woodman of this
city conducted the music. The devotiUnai
exercises were conducted by the Rev.
w. w. VanArsdale, of the Fifteenth Street
Church. this city, and consisted OF the
reading of Scripture, responsiveiy. sing
ing. and prayer.
Mr.. Herndon MOrse!l sang in splendid
voice and with good effect. Coenan's
arrangement. "Come Unto Me-" and was
heartily applauded.
Following this the presiding officer in
troduced the Rev. B. Fay Mills. of Fort
Edward. who delivered q magnificent
sermon on the text, MAY Thy will be
done on earth as 1t is in heaven"
The reverend gentleman preached the
idea that heaven was not afarr Off, hut
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close at hand. and that 1t was Christ
himself. who in his mission, uttered these
words; Repent. for the kingdom of
heayen8s at hand" God sent His son jnto
the world. not to condemn it, but that the
world. through Him might be saved.
Some think that Heaven is a beautiful
city afar off with streets 10 gold and gates
OF pearl, but this belief is fast disappearing
among the thoughtful people Heaven is IN
earth and We pray to make thy will be
done on earth as IL is done in heaven.
Mr.. Mills told the story of tie death Of a
Catholic bishop and of the resolutions of
drawn up by the Protestant min
Isters OF the city where he had died. The
Catholic clergy expressed tIeir feelings Of
gratitude for the resolutions and invited
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order. The representatives, from each stood
up in tuR and responded with a hymn.
song composed specially for the occasion,
a passage OF Scripture, or with a simple
declaration of faith and a resolution to
continue in the good work, and even with
limitations of college cries. One of the most
beautiful responses was that of the Florida
contin gent.
OF course Maryland had song with the
air of Maryland, My Maryland" Here is
a part of the Texas response, which was
sung to the air of BLESSED Assurance
Estate of the Lone Star, shining SO bright,
symbol or courage to die for the right,
Glory of earth shall crown thee for aye
And thy dear name shall never decay
1t was the New Workers who responded in
college-cry style. but as they were in the
rear of the tent their words were not dis
tiDguishable by those near the stage.
The Pennsylvania contingent was much
the largest present. Mr.. Shaw annount ed
that over 81 ,0GO people lad registered iur-
ing the convention, representing India,
England, Turkey. Armenia, Japan. Canada,
West Coast Of Africa, New South Wales and
United States.
Most OF the foreign representations, 1t
they made their responses. The District Of
Columbia responded last by the choir sing
ing III Live for Thee
The audience left tie tent singing "0od
Be With You Till We Meet Again.
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to the least and last thing, attentiye and
splendid committee OF go.
Third. To the enthusiastic and admirable
preparation and service OF Col. Bright,
Sergeant-at-arms U IS. Senate, and TO the
Capitol police.
Fourth. To the United States Marine
Band for It's surprising music, both on the
stand and In the parade.
Firth. To the police of the city of Wash
ington Tor their constant courtesy, care,
and unreiaxing attention.
sixth. 10 the greaG and wonderful
washington Christian Endeavor Choir
never was there choir SO large, better
trained. reader In various service The
harmonious songs on the Capitol steps,
IKE the sound of many waters, who that
heard can ever forget the wonderful sound
and scene?
seventh. To the press for every possible
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directors Of the unions, gathered nuinar.
ousiy at u little after o'clock. Mr..
sha W announced that the meeting was 10
be Informally Conducted. No arrangements
had been made for speeches, and he sug-
gested that the, delegates introduce each
other to each other and this was done, &C
cupying some interesting minutes.
At about O'clock Mr.. Shaw ascended
the platform and announced the refresh
nenis, consisting Of ice cream and cake.
The ladies' volunteered to serve on the COIN
mittee OF the whole and they made the
guests quite q home with their frequent and
generous ministra tiUns.
Nevertheless, there was a speech. Mr..
Shaw, observing that Chairman Clark was
in the room and recalling the fact that lie
was about to leave the country for u tour
Of the old world, suggested that he make
a farewell address. This announcement
was heartily indorsed. by the applause of
the audience Mr.. Clark was Urged to the
platform where he spoke for few minutes
Of the wonderful results OF the present
convention, saying that ii had surpassed
in tile opinion OF many all of the oonven-
tions yet held, and he personally knew
that IL had brought about great and
general uplifting.
He congratulated all concerned on their
excellent work and hoped that after the
great convention to be held next year in
California and again in Tennessee, and
when all the work was done they should
all meet happily in the great beyond. Mr..
Clark closed by bidding them all good-by
and God speed.
Prof. Percy Foster, who has made him
self famous and solid with the Endeav-
orers. was cheered when he entered the
hall
Among those present were the officers
and trustees Of the general organization,
Bishop Arnett, OF the A. NJ. E. Church: Dr
Amos Wells, editor of the Golden Age;
Miss A. p. J ones. T. ]. kirkpatrick, Judge
Ellis, Mr. NOEL, OF Tennessee; Miss Whit
field, Rev. j. II. Bruins. New York; C. o.
France, Rev. Ira Landritii. W. c. Perkins,
F. II. Demars, J. Harry Crossley. Rev. w.
G. Fennell, Mrs. Emily L. Ely. ]. II.
Bombergen, Mrs. ] H. Darrell, Miss Ethel
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CHRIST'S ARrlY
BREAKS CAr1P
Continued from First Page.

affecting as though 1t was a parting OF
members of the same family.
A number OF the delegates will be here
two or three days; several thousand will
not leave until TOMORROW, SO that the last
farewell has not been spoken, but when it
is the sincere good wishes and heartfelt
friendship OF the Washington people will
go with each delegate to his or her home,
with the earnest hope that some day the
c. E. will meet again in the capital city
of the nation.
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RULES FOR CHRISTIANS.
Rev. w. r. Wilson OF Toronto Told
Them at the CONGREGATIONAL.

The meeting at the First Congregational
Church last night in connection with the
Christian Endeavor convention was largely
attended.
The services were conducted by Rev.
Howard B. Gross of Boston. II e character
lied the convention just closing as the
greatest movement for Christ yet inaugu-
rated.
The program began at 7:3O with praise
song service of twenty minutes, led by Mr..
H. G. Kimball Devotional exercises were
conducted by Rev. E. D. Bailey Of the
Central Union Mission.
The disappointment occasioned by the
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In TENT WILLISTON.
Heat. Enthusiasm, Speeches and
Songs Were the Order.

The last meeting OF this convention in
Tent Williston included a ''consecration
service" There were plenty OF people.
What was better, there was on tap
brand of enthusiasm which was absolutely
weather proof. A stranger present would
have thought that it was a first meeting
instead OF a last one. Collars wilted with
marvellous celerity, waists became de-
piora bly, limp, and curls object lessons Of
"love's labor lost" but the enthusiasm re-
maincd at high water mark.
Long before the services proper opened
the great structure was vibrant with many
melodies. On the front seats stood guidons
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bearing the names of the various States
the respective delegations. Thus far the
proceedings were suggestive of a great
political Convention, but thus far only. And
even this small resemblance was soon de-
stroyed, for as soon as the seats Were
filled, the uidons were removed.
And II was very, very hot. Around the
ice-water tank thirsty crowd stood and
waited and painted.
Treasurer Sha W presided. and Mr..
Foster was in charge of the music. The
choir on this last occasion was generously
prolific of songs. Mr. Shaw impressed
upon the meeting tie soIemnity of the
occasion. How much those words-''last
meetnG"-meantl What tragedies may
be in store for many there present and
happy in the love or friends and the favor
OF God! What heart histories. blurred
with tears and with red spIotches here
and there. may be written of the lives OF
those in Tent wiiliston last night.
Rev. DR.. James /. Vance OF Nashville
spoke on the question: what is true
religion" lie is very young to be so
distinguished, and has the naive frankness
OF youth. Those whose practices and
precepts fail to harmonic received pretty
severe castigation from his tongue. He
seemed to think, like John Oliver Hobbies,
that there are too many people i'll this
world who believe that religion is too
fine a thing for common, everyday use.
The coDsecration service was as folio VS.:
The chairman called the names of the diff
ferent States and countries in alphabetical
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RECEPTION TO OFFICERS.
General Social Reunion Held in Gen.
fral Hall.

One OF the big social events OF the con-
ventfon was the reception which was given
yesterday afternoon at Central Hall by
the president and general officers OF
the convention to the trustees, State, and
provincial officers Of unions from all parts
OF tho United States and Canada.
Mr.. william Shaw was in charge. The
State Officers, which generally include
the president, secretaries. treasurer. and
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Rev. James Vance, d. D., NashvIlle,

attention. and for such full and accurate
reports.
Eighth. To the government of the
United States for its use OF the White Lot,
and for the liberty OF gathering at the
east front OF the Capitol.
Ninth. To Col John NJ Wilson, super
lntendent OF public buildings and grounds,
for the places OF meeting.
Tenth. Nor in any wise, should most
grateful thanks be omitted to the beautiful
and thoughtful attention and service of
those on whom the convenience of the
members of the convention was most de-
pendent, the motormen, drivers, and Con-
ton.
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and thesermon was by Rev. william Patter-
son OF Toronto.
His text was from Ezekiel, speaking to
which he emphasized three points as neces-
sites in regeneration, first a consccrared
man, such as Ezekiel; second, the word of
God. and third, the spirit Of God. Rev.
Mr. Patterson is q young man. fun of fire,
enthusiasm and eloquent. He stirred his
bearers time and again.
After the sermon the delegations rising
in their places, consecrated themselves anew
to the work of tie Epdeavor Society.
Prayers were Offered up by Rev. Drs.
Hoyt, Loudon, Muir and representatives
of Persia and Hindostan. A cablegram of
saIutatioDs was received from the G. E.
OF the West Coast Of Africa.
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TENT ENDEAvOR CROWDED
Splendid Closing Services and an
ELOQUENT Sermon.

As at the two other tents, the closing
scenes at Tent Endeavor were signalized
by an overflow meeting, fervent oratOry.
renewal Of pledges by delegates in original
words, in scriptural verses and in hymns,
and the nging in grand chorus Of "Blest
Be the Tie That Binds as the affectionate
farewell until the next year.
The delegates, VIXEN tie official program
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the Protestant ministers to attend the
funeral. Forty-two did attend and were
given seats among the Catholic clergymen.
Archbishop Ireland preached the sermon,
and to the Protestant ministers after he mad
shaken their hands said that this was the
dawn of a new day.
Following the sermon there was a con-
secratioD meeting, led by Mr. Mills. The
adjournment came after the choir had sung
the doxology and the benedictiOn had been
pronounced.
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pieces. one of which was the hymn Of
"Frecdom for the Slaves"
The b. & o. was applauded when Secre-
tary Baer read a notice saying that its c1n-
ductors would accept return tickets with
out wise up to and including the 18th inst.
1t was announced that the official recnrd
showed the registration of S1,1 En-
deavorers. Inasmuch as there were con-
siderable numbers unregistered, and es-
pecially OF those WHO came in after Thurs.
day, the pre-estimated Dumber Of 100000
delegates and from 10 900 to 12 900
unofficial visitors was not far wrong. 1t
was also announced that Secretary Baerand
President Clark would Ee at Mount Vernon
today.
The devotioDei exercises were begun with
prayer by the Rev Thomas Murray, D. D.,
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DIR. CLARK PRESIDED.
Tent Washington Meeting Honored
by the Founder of Endeavor.

Tent Washington had its biggest crowd
last night for the closing meeting.
After twenty minutes of Song. tcginning
with the parting rays of the setting sun.
DR.. McKim OF Epiphany. this city, read
with the audience the evening lesson. Rev.
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responded. In closing he had them all
kneel in silent prayer and repeat their
conservation. after which he started singing
"Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove" and
as he softly sang the congregation Joined
IN and many were moved to tears.
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His Yachts Name.

H1H 1NCut'8 \ ame.
Blobbs-I hear you are going TO sail for
Cuba in your yachtf
slobhs-.Yes, and have changed her
name to Venus de Milo.
Blobbs-What fort
SIobbs-So o that the 3 can't say she hasany
arms ON hef.-Philadelphia Record.
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THANKS TO EVERYBODY.

Fndeavor Trustees Pass Resolutions
Compiimenting the citv.
The trustees OF the dhriAian Endeavor
Society have passed the following resolu-
tons:
Resolved, that the beartiest thanks OF
the trustees OF the United Society of
hereby most gladly expressed,
First. TO Toe Capitn City OF Washing
ton for its VIZ ca'ue. metropolitan and na-
tional in every way.
.-cond. TO the painstdking, persistent.
Arizona silver belt., 1896-03-05

Ruiz, Louisa Furniture five dollars, one COW ten dollars, three burros twenty-four dol lars, two lots in block sixty one, real estate and improve ments, one hnndred and fifty dollars. taxes seven dollars and fifty-six cents, costs and percentage two dollars and thirty-eight cents. Total. .. Reynolds estate, D. A.-not three in block eighty, three hundred dollars, taxes twelve dollars, costs and percentage one dollar and ten cents. Total Robertson, F. Clone watch five dollars, furniture fifty dollars, firearms ten dollars.
 mechanics tools fifteen dol- lars, one rake twenty-five dollars, farm tools twenty five dollars, two wagons fifty dollars. harness fifteen dol
 lars, five work horses one hundred and twenty-five dol