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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
BRATTLEBoRo REPRESENTED
At the Meeting Of the state botanical
Club at Burlington---Miss Grout's Pa


Brattleboro and its vicinity was ably
represented al the annual meeting OF the
state botanical club. held in the Williams
science hall of the University Of Vermont
al Burlington last week. Papers were
read from the pens Of Miss Anna Grout Of
West BrattlebOro, Miss NJ Belle smith.
supervisor Of the public schools Of Brattle-
boro. NJ A. Howe o tNewfane, at one
time sub-master Of the Bra,tleboro High
school. and A. J. Grout, also a native Of
Newfane. All these papers were OF unus-
ual interest and value. Mr.. Grouts Notes
on Vermont Moses referred 70 the great
number Of valuable moses in Vermont
waiting to be discovered, and described
numbers OF rare specimens already collect
ed and examined by Mr.. Grout himself,
many being from the vicinity Of Burling-
ton.
"Botanzing in California WAS treated
in a scholarly way by Mr.. Howe and gave
results Of three years investigation by
himself near San Francisco; an outline Of
his botanizing trips in California was
given, and the most interesting species Of
the fora touched upon. Miss Smiths pa
per on Edible Mushrooms treated in an
entertaining way the structure, growth and
use OF these plants, giving a general class
iication and description of the most prom
inent species.
A very able and scholarly paper by Miss
Anna Grout of West Brattleboro, on
"Some ferns that grow in Brattleboro,"
was read. This paper, giving careful
description of ferns to be found in or near
Brattleboro, showed evidence Of much per
sonal investigation and research on the
part of the writer, as well as enthusiastic
love of nature. Miss Grout states that "a
of the ~ species aud varieties of ferns
published in the catalogue Of Vermont
flora by Prof. Perkins Of the university.
| have been found gro wing within the limits
of BrattlebOro. All but enc Of these va
rieties Miss Grout has herself found and
studied. The clear and minute descrip-
lions of the prominent characteristics.
habits and appearance Of the ferns describ-
ed, with accurate knowledge as to the ex-
act localities in which they are found. rem
dered Miss CIRCUITS paper OF great practi-
| cal value, as well as of much interest. A
graceful and fitting tribute to the memory
OF Charles Frost, the we'll known Brattle-
boro botanist, was paid by Miss Grout. in
which she acknowledged valuable assist
ance from him in her own labors.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
SPORTING.

The Yale-Harvard squabble has been
settled, and the crew from New Haven will
row against Harvard and Cornell next
year.
Connie Murphy, the best player who
ever went from Hinsdaie, n. H., will cap
tain and manage the New Bedford club the
coming season.
F. w. Woodcock will coach the Tufts
college base ball team early in the season,
and will go from there TO Hanover TO get
Dartmouth into championship form.
Vermont Academy will have a strong
ball team in the field the coming season.
Dates have been fixed for Is out of 10
games. Bats will be crossed with Exeter,
AndOyer aud other strong clubs.
The business meeting of the Dartmouth
Interscholastc association was held at
White River Junction Wednesday. Capt.
Whittemore of Vermont Academy was
elected president, Baker Of Concord High
school secretary, and Fuxbury of Windsor
High school treasurer,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
THE VERMONT PHGN1X BRATTEBoRo FRIDAY 1897
sprcrA1 VILLAGE MEETING
,.-.,,. "a, Meeting an Unetpee''"
p.acit ofs2oOO in the L1pe"'''o Wv
Year.

To Arrange for Meeting an 'he'
,o.,,a,saoooin the Expense OF the
Year.
us--aDt is published 10 another COZ
- .r- snec.sI village meeting 10 ~
ia a, the toxn hall Friday evening ep'
3s At 40 TO see If he village VIII ~
80, he board Of bailf. 90 borrow a SUI
s.isn, surp Of money 20 cover the uaIaH-s
Of oils coming due ioT the
ending April /. 1897. .,e..ti,. In
TbeIsst village meeting specifically IN
.,--,c,e5 the bailifs not 20 exceed Tue aP
-,,rri,,iors and the board md tnelH-
49, facing a deficiency Of sou ABOVE
he amount raised by the tax OF ~ cents
Tbis deficiency is due 10 several cause
bn, ali expenditures during the year nav
bsen made conservatively. and Win ~, w
best interests Of the village in view nv
evr,anses of Che fire department exceed VIC
ss,iua'es made previous 70 the NiIase
meeting by 500. and the item OF ponce
service il larger than expected by sZVV 70
S2O0 The expenditures for lighting 'he
strae,s aud for sewers are within the aP-
nronriatioDs. The old board Of balliHs
recommended tax Of 20 cents. anu
Manned 10 pav of $500 Of debt but lhe
meeting carried through a funding scheme
with a 3O-cent tax, and this caused a
sbrjnkace Of 500 to 5000 The oallins
had also figured on 500 in sewer assess
ments. which were due and supposed 70 De
entirely good, but after trial in the coun-
~ court they we're declared non-colec'a-
| lie. Waterman. Martin & Hit have pre-
sented bill for s2G3 for legal services Tor
the village This bill covers the Perioa
| since 1892 and was not taken into account
when the estimates for the year were made'
Another bill which was not figured Oh
! comes In the establishment OF branch OF
the FIRE department in Esteyville al a cost
/ Of about $50.
The case is jus; this: The expenses OF
the year have proved much larger than eX'
pected. mainly from causes that could moi
| be foreseen: the vote Of the village was ex.
plicit not to exceed the appropriations, and
| the bailiffs prefer 10 submit the case TO the
village now rather than wait till the an,
nual meeting. In this they are wise anc
the voters will undoubtedly approve their
action and give them authority 10 borro"
! money for the Indebtedness.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
SIGNED BY JEFFERSON DAvi
mn. Tor IN. PnhIie Hmm.

An interesting relic Of the ~ Pm
C,'rf.daracy and the war for the UI r..
;,,.t hen given % the Bratt.eOo- --a-
i,brary bv Mrs. {. y. Wallace n. E-s
york This relic is an order. aa. a.
ricLuond IL Sept. 1864 and s.t.. IA,
"teff.rsop Davis. Pres't Z. 5. A, ....
i,,, he secretary Of the treasury 90 . .s..
a warrant for the sum Of one 8. ..sr5
dollars ta god .underscored.. paya a4,
~ the AUTHORIZATION for Secret >.-..aa'
70 be issued in favor OF Hon d. J.. 84t
iauin. secretary OF state, and charged 20
him on the books Of the treasury. Fl.
what purpose this order was issued bot
known. but it will be seen that :, ,-1r-.
sented large payment when il is r-u-n.
hered 20 What extent the Conierers'a CUE
rencv had become deprecated in l-.+
The history Of the finding Of the relief,
interesting. Immediately on the r-aa.u
Of the news Of the evacuation o., Ec..
rnopd. Presi Sent Lincoln went ABOARD t5.
gupboat Malvern. commanded by COUNT,
bore Porter. and sailed for Richm0.I A..
riving there on the morning Of Apr.i i,e.
AZ soon as the vessel touched the Wharf.-The
President stepped ashore and stare. FL.
tirely unattended. for the house Of J.,f--.
son Davis. where had been located .l- ar.
ecutive Headquarters Of the Couf-l--ac7
| Commander Porter at once sent a-'act.
men, of marines TO act as escort 20 NJ,
Lincoln. but be strobe along by himself
| iuouiriny the way of the negrO-s zt5
| thronged the streets, and was soon Jos, %
/ SIGHT. When be reached the Coni-1-rs..
"Whi,e House" he was followed D, Gu.
rious throng Of black people. He entered
! the house and wandered about among .t.
rooms. and finally sat down IL TIE cLa,
! AT Mr.. Davis's desk in the executive Office
| saving that he supposed this was NJ d.
| vis's chair" There was present a. n.
/ time L. L. Crounse. the war corresponds.
OF the New York Times. The house boz.
evidence of the haste with which n bad
been vacated and from the litter Nj,
Crounse picked up this document, which,.
| carried to New York and afterEari gs7.
to his friend, Mrs. Wallace, who had .
| framed. Mrs. Wallace wishes the relrp
be permanently preserved, and has therefor.
given it 10 the Brooks library trustees. l.
is valuable gift, containing as it does b.
signature Of jefferson Davis by bis oz-
hand. and will be carefully kept, the ,r1
tees preferring 10 retain it in its origin.
frame.
Mrs. Wallace is a Brattleboro nat7.
She is daughter Of Robert Gooden01..
and was born at the old Homestead, b.
known brick house on the old MAJ.
bOro South road.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
GRANGE NEWS.

The officers of the grange will meet next
Monday evening for a rehearsal OF the first
and second degrees.
George w. Pierce of Brattleboro has
been appointed deputy for the district com
prising Windham county.
Several members Of Protective grange
attended the Pomona grange meeting at
Hinsdale Wednesday. The morning ses-
sion was followed by bountiful dinner.
after which the public meeting was opened
with a spirited discussion. Mrs. Mixer
was called on for two or three recitations
during the afternoon, and responded. to the
evident pleasure Of her audience
The Windham county Pomona grange
met at Vernon yesterday. II was as usual
closed meeting in the forenoon. About
% members were present. An open meet
ing in the afternoon was well attended.
The question, "What are some OF the OBJ.
lects OF the grange and ITO what extent
Is the Vermont farmer responsible for un-
profitable legislation" We're ably handled.
Mrs. Oscar T. Ware recently completed
term of IA years service as lecturer OF
Protective grange, and the members OF
that organization arranged for a recog-
milton of her work last Monday night.
About 80 gathered at Grange hall. and
drove FROM there in large teams TO Mr.. and
Mrs. Wares pleasant home in district No. 6.
The visit was a complete surprise to Mrs.
Ware. After an exchange of greetings.
George w. Pierce, in behalf of the order.
presented Mrs. Ware with two fine pieces
of furniture--a combined writing desk and
book case and a rocking chair. Mrs. Ware
responded Then followed a pleasing pro
gram, which included recitations by Mrs.
w. F. Mixer and Mrs S. w. Edwards.
dutch piece by A. c. Trendall, organ Sc
lection by Miss Fuller and singing in
which the entire company Joined. Coffee
and cake were served during the social
hour which followed.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
DENMAN THOMPSON
His own story OF THE SUNSHINE o,
Paradise Alley"

The management Of the auditorium Is.
be congratulated upon securing for lie g..
traction next Friday, Feb. A., The r
markable new play by Denman Thom9,c
and Geo. ". RIVER, entitled THE Suush-.
Of Paradise Alley" Ii proved such al L.
novation among contributions to the STAG.
when presented in New York las, sur-s
that it took a week for the public to reai.
that these authors had given them auo.L.
play in some respects as remarkable q
The Old Homestead" Denman Thou.
son was interviewed in Boston some Week
ago during the highly successful run Of h.
new production at the fremont thea.,.
and an idea of the new work is bes: give.
in his words:
The new play We have written seemed 20 p'-as
the New y ork people when We presented t1-H
and you can See for yourself that II pIeasss -e.
fully as much as my old pi- c.. II fellows ss-
closely the idea Of the song from the nam g
which We get our title There were I--lu.- W
went 10 So The Old Homestead who I'D q
generally attend the theatre. and think SIS
attract the same persons with The Suns1.1- q
Paradise Alley. Whereas The Old HcmeS;-s:
dealt particularly with country life. this nrR III,
life. The play consists Of a series Of pictlrs &
Life II there is anything extraordinary so--
the pictures Il lies in their falthfulness ami p
natural and hielIke manner in which they s.
staged. Senator Timothy d. Sullivan Or, T.
lar sullivan said when he saw IT, tina. -a
lifting slices Of the East side and shaping ,lr-
on the stage Mr. Ryer and have rlllra z
natural lines scd if We fail to put plots liz 90
only because We wish 10 leave room Tor uc-e q
ture. Life Is generally a chapter Of .uc.t-ls
aud play written on thst line is a natural pr
At tirst We were asked Why We failed 20 pl, No
OF plot In The Old Homestead The rra>--!
simply that plots o not exist in the homes & 50
pie old farmers ike Joshua Whitcomb. W. lsr
gathered together a very strong company .
actors and singers and We confidently .slk .'
ward 70 another Old Homestead success
Friday evening, Feb. 10, is the Bra.,.-
boro date. Tickets go on sale at the nsT
store next Monday night.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
- NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

The Windham Ministerial association
met at the Brooks House Monday. There
were present: Revs. Norton. WiswaU
Switzer, Thompson, Shaw, and Rabbit
also Rev. +. F. Mitchell of the Bantist
church, Putney. Several members were
detained by the condition of the roads
Rev. Mr.. Babbitt was made moderator and
in the absence of Rev. Mr.. Dav. Rev. Mr..
Nlswall was made scribe pro ten. Anex.
cellent concio was read by Mr.. Norton on
Inc ministry demanded by the times -
IN which he said there were wanted men ~
manlness, singleness of aim, individuality
posltlven-ss Of faith, constant growth. sen
sltlveness to both truth and error. faith in
the future and reverence for the past. and
power 10 reach the heart. Sermon nlans
Illustrating the teXtual and topical meth.
obs prepared by Mr.. Day were presented and
discussed. An essay was read by Mr.. Rab.
Oltt on Higher criticism in relation to
biollcal instruction and practical work -
Whlch was fully discussed by the associa-
ton. Rev. II. H Shaw read an Interest
ing paper on DR.. Lyman Abbott's book
christianity and social problems" Re-
ports az reading We're given and a discns-
sion followed. conducted by Mr.. WiswalI
on best pastoral methods in the ligbt ~
experience. The association voted no mae,
at the Brooks House in Nav with his nro-
gram: Concio by Rev. G. 81. Cbapin
sermon plans by DR.. Thompson; ESSAY on
me atonement in relation to God and in
relation to the sinner" by Rev. Fl, A
Goodhue; review of some recent book bv
Rev; M f. Hardy; exegesis by Rev. M
baooitt; discussion conducted by Rsv
Mr.. Norton on THE frequent change 81
our national administration, its ADVANTAGES
and its perils." ~"'Nses
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

,sd Inc readers OF this paper will be pleased 10
,9rn tnAt there is al least one DREADED S1ssas 20
ma III mas been able To cure in ali It's
Only positive cure row known TO the msdicaI t tne
rs'y Setarrh being constitutional dissasa
tsgrh iT ga. constitutional treatment HaIl's g.
upon the blood and muco Is surfaces az t IbaeeeIly
I'm I'm merely destroying the foundation 60 ~
ns @ a., ana giving the patient strength by In Ia
19oils lts WORK The proprietors hsv e|uIe 20
Iar.n 20 ~ curative powers that they ni1ch
San6 t Dollars for any case that It tails 10 cOr
CHENEY a co T .ledu. O Auu'ess' r. j.
tS Sold by druggists IS cents
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
SUNDAY SCHOOL MEETINGS
which Will he Held In VVindham CouD'
~ Towns Next Week.

Inc meetings previously announced to be BE-
oy the County Sunday School association nd
week WIN take place as follows: South Lond@
Jerry 10th, morning, afternoon and EVENING"
shalcA. the 18th, morning and afternoon: Ne
tane' me 18th, Afternoon and evening, BrzN
oorUl Methodist church, the 10Th, Afternoon
ne association has been very fortunate 10 :
SSuIIhs the services OF MIR. W H Hall u hN
ro,u, conn Mr. Hall was for IL yeArs STATE :
LAY OF the Connecticut ASSOCIATE n. He "
SnS founder and has be editor of the SUMS
q n l's hecord' until the present time, and p
RVel record as organizer of schools. "
noIle department has en- a specially with Dr.
home department,
as Il has oren tue plan OF the executive e..
noss,t 70 make these meetings as practical
lii fIsto'e' u WIZ be seen tn Mr. Halls preset
~ oS OF me Greatest value The program
NJ sIosssahtiaily the same in all the ueeIls
a. d, Miller, field agent for the state,
90 sPeSlal study of the supplementary
S On' hr T.. w. Osgood of Bellows Falls W.
las 80 klhdly given his time 10 the aurk
H. ~ Illustrated lecture on the "Tahrruatf
49,, itiaI WIZ give an address entitled THE ON
~ ~ sunday school, "aud conduct genera did
tbe o'slaes, Rev. ] W. Naramore 10 mos
bi5a uleelln Will give an address entitled W
,it',f treasure" The schools Shlch have
1917, 'hI.eu me meetings will furnish meals ueIar
"0 seINlces' All are invited
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
Announcements.

Thirty. three cents buys a good ladies vest or
pants-been s-ling at % cents. All our 1-eced
and wooden hose now goes at a low price
". BARNARD.
When you come 70 Brattl-boro you want good,
substantial dinner. You can get one a. the res
tAurant, 81 Main street, under new management.
Meals cooked u order and lunches served al all
hours. j. g BrRyEE.
Diaries and almauacs at CLAP q JoSEss.
Marcus Ward & Co Royal Irish linenIstatiou-
cry at Clspp q Jonss's.
ToRESr-A down stair tenement Enquire Of
Mrs J F willard.
To REST-A tenement of five rooms at - f.
hot street
Dr.J Z Prescott. the occulist. can b. consulted
at the Brooks House, room !, opposite the par.
lor
To REvr-To a desirable tenant. the front part
Of the new house corner Of Chestnut aud Pleasant
streets c. P GILsoN.
Beautiful framed pictures at low prices.
C1APP JoNEs
AL cur best grades Of underwear now marked
down. Good time to buy. T. W. BAESARD.
Five per cent discount at Pufer & Cos for
cash.
Waterman fountain pens the best Full a.
s0rtment at CLAP & JOSEs.
a few pair Of blankets ard comfo-ters now 20.
ing cheap 7. W BARSARD.
Your own price on trimmed and uutrmmed
hats, etc. Remember the place at Mrs ".
Meals, Elliot street.
a young lady wants board at the village in
private family where there are small chill
dren. Board must b. good and terms reasonable
Address at ouc- Mrs. II s. B.. No 81 Chestnu
street Chelsea Mas.
Miss Augusta 4. Brigham, an experience
dressmaker, would like engagements by the day
Terms. Sl.5. pr day q Western Ave. Brattle
borO.
T. RES-.--A good tenement Of four rooms az
Organ street; running water. Z. L. HoLToN.
Course tickets for remainder Of Popular Lee
ture course reduced. Adults, 20 cents. children
% cents
Have your pictures framed at Clapp q Jones
SI.25 will replace that broken handspring it
your watch and warrant it for one wear at c. "
Sawyers, opposite American House
Popular sheet music and books. Strings for a
instruments and musical supplies al Clapp
Joness 3.
Licensed AuctiOneer.
G. P. Miller. Office with A Z. Miller, 3 Mai
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

FIR. DURGIN, Brattlebe 70.
GEO. r. GREENE, Brattleboro.
CHAPLIN & Co, BrRttleboro
A. NJ. CORSER, Putney.
G. +. PARKS. Williamsville
n. NJ. BACHELOR, NewfaRe
W S. HOLLAND, Townshend.
3. NJ. ADAMS, Townshend
J c. WILCOX. Guilford
W g HALLIDAY, East Dover.
A. l.. WHEELER Wardsboro
BARBER BROS. West Towpsbend
7 W. PLIMPTON, Wardsboro.
BROWN $ RYDER, West Wardsboro
+ SMITH, Jamaica
JONES O'BRlEN, Hinsdale, Nh.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

blina,p 't u OF the heat nervousness ,,..
pab I Tier BUS headache, cold hands aud Fem
are relieved by Ss SnI oIhrr forms of weakness
Ior the blood, nerves and comnlrrinnu e Specially
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

hlVes are n dangerous To life, but they are a
Prollhc breeder OF misery and profanity Dosn's
ointment gives instant relief, even In the wor.t
cases OF this and other exasperating DISEASE ~
the skin. H N'9'N'os VI
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

A cough is a danger signal Of worse troubles to
COM Cure the ugh aud prevent It's results by
using DR. Woods Norway Pine Syrup.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
THE RIFLE.

These scores were made at the Sargent
range Feb. ?, the shooting being at 200
yards, otf-hand, standard target:
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12
Card.

We, the undersigned, agree to refund the uopev
on 50 cent bottle Of Gre-nes Sy rup OF Tar II L
Ialls 10 cure your cough or cold. We also guar.
factory or no nav 0AsA9'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

BRATTLEBORO.

G. P Miller. Office with A e Miller, g Mai
street, Brattleboro.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

Thirty three cents buys good ladies' vest or
pants-beeu s-lling at % cents. All our l-eced
and wooden hose now goes al low price
T " RtRVtpu
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1897-02-12

UeteoroiogtCBI Recoro
EHDiSc TH-RsDAT EvESISe. Fe9. ii -.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1897-03-09
Briefs.

Bite your tongue rather than swear,
lie, backbite or blaspheme.
It looks as if a good case Of con
viction for sin ought to keep one from
doing what they know to be wrong.
Never tell anybody that they are not
a great sinner. Get your Bible and
show them John 3:19 and Romans 1923.
IL these are little sinners there is nc
place in the Bible that says they will
be saved without repentance. James
2:1O. Ole PANEL of fence down will
let in the stock that will destroy your
crop.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1897-03-09
Smoked Meats

Sugar cured hams, about 10 lbs, ...:,,.
Sugar cured hams, Il to IA lbs. 10000.
Sugar cured California hams ...,,,....
Sugar cured breakfast bacOn....,......
MolGsses-
New Crop Cuba, Richmond. ............
New CrOo Porto Rico, Richmond...,...
Good New Orleans
Fancy New Orleans
Choice Porto Rico. Phila .......,.......
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1897-03-09
Whom l Serve. "

A heart fully saved in Jesus is q heart
whose uppermost question ia, How
can l serve Thee, Lord7" Love and
service cannot be disunited. The ser
vice may not be one of activity, but of
lowly, patient waiting. It matters not;
the attitude of love is the same; ''as
the eyes of a maiden toward her mis-,
trees, 30 our eyes wait upon the Lord"
to know and obey His bidding.
The question is asked, "HOW may
we be sO'saved from sin that the Holy
Spirit will constantly use us in His
service9" 1t is certain that no human
power can do this for US. Nothing less
than the blood of Christ can remove
the secret evils that hinder us in our
work. Many persons are aware of
prejudice hidden in their hearts, or Of
some other secret thing on account Of
which it is impossible to do the Lords
will. They would not have it g The
knowledge Of their spiritual restitution
causes many q bitter pang; but the
way of relief has not yet been made
plain to them. They strive to over
come the evil with uudoubted SINGER
ity, but without success. Finally it is
made known that cries and tears will
avail.
II cannot wash my heart
But by believing Thee,
And waiting for Toy blood to impart
The spotless purity.
But while we are unable to cleanse
our own hearts, we ourselves have
some to do that we may avail ourselves
Of tho divine bower, Our evil DFaC.
tees must be voluntarily and wholly
abandoned, We must choose to do
those things which favor spiritual hab-
it's, to select that society which will be
likely to prove helpful, and that read,
ing which will draw our thoughts into
currents Of good rather than evil.
Personal conservation, always an act
of the soul in a large measure, must
precede that cleansing which is so nee.
essary to acceptable service. We
must say, Lord, / am Thine; l choose
to be Thine forever" before the saw
iug power of Chris and the indwell-
ing Of the Holy Spirit are fully realized.
We have seen persons b~eseeching God
for power to engage in more successful
service, but no power has been given.
| We need not go for to find the cause OF
| failure. Something is cherished In the
heart of life which must be given up.
The discovery of this the e~Ver-talthful
| Spirit will make unto them if they sin
Cerely ask Him. Is it wise to live n
ignorance of any secret sin which
binders us in servic53
He that serveth Me, him will My
Father honor; and where I am, there
shall Ny servant be-"