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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
SUGGESTIVE THOUGHTS.
Brief Notes from the Columns of thu
United Presbyterian.

One who is not convinced by clear
proof will not receive additional evil
dence, because he closes his mind to the
truth.
How may we know what God wishes
us to do? One way is to consider what
we can do. Whatever is right and Is
in our power is our duty.
Pauls advice to Timothy: "Let no
man despise thy youth" might be
broadcned to read: LET no man de-
spise thy birth, thy poverty, thy cir
cumstances. Do not despise these
things myself"
Nothing has more power to trans
form the character and ennoble the
life than thrilling realization of the
fact that we may have part in the
glorious work of fastening the coming
of the kingdom of our Divine Master.
We do not need to have men come
back from the other world to tell us
of the penalty of sin; we see the PEN
atty in the present life. And yet men
go on in sin. They do not believe the
Scriptures or the testimony of ruined
lives; why should more evidence be
given?
1t may be that our fathers did not
give sufficient promise to the love and
grace of Goo, but just now there is
nothing needed more than the preach
ing of the sovereignty and justice OF
God, Of the exceeding sinfulness of sin.
and of the necessity for the blood of
the atonement.
Wher intelligent faith decays SUI
persti.ion fourishes. None are so
credulous as those who reject the Word
of God. We insist upon voice from
the unseen world; our nature de-
mands it. When we do not listen to
the voice of God we turn TO ghosts, to
every uncredited one who tells marvel
GUS things. and say: We will listen to
you and follow.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01

though the position was certainly IA
vorable for such a result. Instructive
ly grasped the rope that was hanging
down beside me and hung on for dear
life.
THE aeronaut above me apparently
knew nothing of what was going on
below his car. for the dry-goods and
house-furnishing circulars continued to
futter down past me in undiminished
quantities.
He had doubtless heard great cry
from the crowd. but interpreted it prob
ably as occasioned by the sight of a
balloon ascension. which was then
more of a novelty in that region than it
would be to-day.
"After minute was able to get my
foot out of the loop in which it had
caught, and so to let myself down into
an upright position. The balloon was
rising steadily, and there was no more
jerking and apparent motion to the rope
been suspended from high beam in
barn, and this alone made it possible
for me to cling to it.
81 now found that 1 could twist one
leg around the rope, and by resting one
foot on the rope where it crossed the
other foot, l could very nearly remove
the weight from my hands, which was
a great relief. knew then that had
a chance to get out of the fix was in,
for 1 could now alternately rest my
hands and my feet.
treasured by this, / looked up at the
balloon above me, and conceived the
idea of climbing up to 1T, for, like most
country boys, was expert at climbing.
"The rope had caught me before half
of it had been taken up from the
ground. so that the distance up to the car
was much less than it might have been.
found no very great difficulty in grad
ually climbing up to position under
the car, stopping very often to rest.
at has always seemed strange to me
that the man above didn't discover
meanwhile that he had boy hanging
on behind but it can perhaps be ex-
planned by the fact that he was an old
hand at the business. and. as sailing
through the air was no novelty to him.
he didn't spend any time looking at the
scenery below.
He sat there in the middle of the car,
calmly tossing out circulars and smok.
ing his pipe. while climbed up toward
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
FOR SUNDAY READING.
TO DEATH.

o death, OF sin the fatal foe,
The dread and blight of those below
Who only earthly pleasures know;
o cruel death!
To eyes OF faith how changed thou artl
Thou bringest peace into the heart.
While sin and death for aye depart:
o friendly death!
When, through bereavement, we our eyes
Turn, for the first time, to the skies,
Thou art a blessing in disguise.
O miscalled death.
Thou art of faiths far-reaching chain
The pearly clasp, that knits the gain
or Heaven to earths want and pain,
o precious death!
Thou art the dawn from this dark night;
Thou dost long-parted friends unite
For doubt and trust thou givest sight;
o blessed death!
But, dearest to our hearts for this,
Thou art the first to give the bliss
or seeing Christ. whom here we miss;
o glorious death!
Sophia Dallas Hazeltinc, in N. Y. Sun.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
Canned Cherries.

Pick over the cherries carefully, using
only perfect ones. Allow one cupful of
sugar to each jar of fruit. Put the
cherries and sugar in layers in the jars
until nearly full. Arrange the jars in
boiler, with sticks in the bottom. Put
in water enough to come nearly to the
top of TIE jars, but do not put on the
rubbers. Let the water boil until the
sugar in the jars has melted and formed
a clear strip. Meanwhile, have more
strip boiling in another pan. and when
the fruit is ready take out the jars, one
at time. fill with this sirup and seal
quiclly.--Ladies' World.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
Being n Man.

Manhood is an ideal. God made man
in His own image, and by just so much,i
therefore, as man falls short of ex-l
pressing the Godlike, he must fall short
of true manhood. II is because our
realization is so far short of the ideal
man that we need so often to speak
of man with qualifying adjectives. We
hear of little men and great men, men
mean and generous, energetic and lazy,
false and true. But Paul finds it suffi-
cient to say: "Quit you like mems.
s. Times
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
THE RIGHT SPIRIT.
Chrfstliness Exemplincd Even Amid
the Crucltiea Of War.

the CrucltieS OF War.
Writing in Harper's Magazine about
the Jameson raid upon the Beers of
South Africa, Mr.. Poultney Bigelow gave
this episode:
"When the Beers had silenced the
firing of Jameson's men, and had saved
their country from what they feared
might prove an invasion disastrous to
their independence, they did not cele-
brate the event by cheers or bonfires.
They fell upon their knees and followed
the prayers offered by their elders;
they gave praise to Almighty God for
having protected them; they searched
their hearts and prayed to be cleansed
from the spirit of boasting; they prayed
for jameson and his men, that they
might be guided by the light of justice
and Christian fellowship this they
prayed while some of the dead lay un-
buried about them"
When jameson surrendered, nothing
could exceed the kindness of the people,
both Dutch and English, who came up
afterward. Milk, brandy, meat and
bread were sent for the wounded" said
DR.. Hathaway, one of Jamesons sur
geons. 1--WE We're nothing but pirates"
he added, "and richly deserved hanging
every one of us!"
Mr.. Bigelow, commenting upon this
forgctfulness, apparently, of the Beers
of everything except their duties as
Christians, says:
This Is the nearest example know
of in history of soldiers in the field
acting practically on the precept: Love
your enemies
If Mr. Bigelow should ever visit Lich-
field cathedral, he would see there u
memorial window to Bishop Selwyn,
commemorative the deed of New
Zealand Christian. He was an officer
of the Maoris--one of DR.. Selwyn's con-
verts while missionary bishop of that
island--and had taken up arms with his
people to resist the encroachments OF
the English.
The British made an attack on ma
tive fort, and were repulsed with great
slaughter. During the attack this Off
Ger, hearing the groans of u wounded
Englishman, crept up from the fort
and crawling on his hands and knees,
cuITltu u CIubC VI "attI W ChtIny.,
The man proved to be British captain,l
and the water saved his life.
The next day another assault on the
fort was made, and was successful,
The Maori Christian was slain. A New
Testament was found on his person.
and Romans 12: 20 was underlined with
blood, as if his fingers had traced the
words: IF thine enemy hunger, feed
him; il he thirst, give him drink"
A fort-the story is also told in Bishop
Selwyn's biography which commanded
the channel of u river was so invested
by the Maoris that the English garrison
was near starvation. One morning they
beheld a native canoe bearing a flag
of truce floating down to the fort, and
Mt some distance behind several other
canoes. On landing, they were found
to contain provisions from the Maori
officer in command of the besieging
! force, and with them came this mes
| sage:
Therefore, if thine enemy hunger,
feed him; If he thirst, give him drink"
We wonder il the English officer COM
mandng that garrison ever fired an
other shot against these Christian enc
mies.-Youths Companion.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
some offer to make the ascensions with

some offer to make the ascensions with
him, and promptly accepted the offer.
l was greatly interested in my new
work, and gradually begun to add some
attractions such as performing on the
trapeze bar as the ascension was made,
and then parachute leaps from the bal
loon, high in air. But never attempted
any such attraction as was exhibited
when went up hanging by one foot to
the drag-rope."-Webb Donnell, i.
Golden Days.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
A Considernte Doctor.

Mr.. Sickly-Now, doctor, tell me, can
didly. a what condition do you find
my lungs?
DR.. Soonover-They are IN pretty bad
shape, but there is no danger of their
not lasting as long rs You iive.--N. Y.
World
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
A Lar-e One.

His Notwithstanding, what's the
matter? You look as gloomy as new
moon in fog.
He-No wonder! Bilkins called me-
colossal ass!
His Mother-in-Law-Well, you are
large.-Larks.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-07-01
Moral Heroes.

There have been men who were phys
ical towards and yet moral heroes.
They depressed their fears and made
them subservient to duiy.-Rey. A. c,
! Dixon.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-11-28
BIacoabees.

Old members who were in the prohibited or hazardous occupations befero tho laws were changed aFo not affected, but if ehey change from their present occupation 9o a prohibited or hazardous ono the new law will apply to thom the same ns to new ap- plleants
 Apollo tent, No. G8. ts one os tbo. most progressive tents in Chicago It has now membership of nearly 400
 Ii Il member whose occuratton has been made hazardous under the new law be comes suspended and docs not roinstate until aftor ten days and before six months, he is reratcd tho same as any other sus- bonded mem Der, bat does not take the hazardous rate.
 The board of trustees is compelled to in- vest all surplus funds of the order in gov ernmcnt bonds only
 There is not a certificate issued by any other association that can equal the one issued at present by the srY remo tent of Knights of the Macoabces
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Paying the Cook.

In old times to dine with nobiemap cost more in tips to the servants than Q club dinner. James Payn relates that Lord Poor, Q well named Irish peer. ez- cused himself from dining with the Duke of Ormond upon the ground that he could not afford it, ''If you will givo me tho guinea l have bo pay your cook (fancyD, I will come as often as you choose to ask me, " which was ae- cordingly done The duke, however, had not the pluck to stop the practice Lord Taafe, a general officer in the Austrian service, did what he could He always attended his guests to the door. When they put their hands into their pockets,
 be said. ''No. If you do give it. give Ii to me, for it was who paid for youI dinner. n To Sir Timothy Waldo must be given the credit of putting an end tc the monstrous practice. After dinner with the Duke of Newcastle he put Q crown into the cooks hand 1t was re. iected T do not take silver, sir. !"
 livery good, and do not give gold. This courageous rejoinder caught on, J and the day of vails to cooks was over.
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Disturbere Of Harmony xn Che Craft.
 Chlpe From tsse Tenapie.

Chipe From tsae Tempie.
 There ore being developed lot of soi- distant critics whose crassness Is positively ridiculous. They give no attention what ever to the study of the spirit of Masonry, know nothing of it's beauties, do not so much as attend the meetings of the lodges, yet arc ready at all times to pass judgment upon the acts of those who arc faithful in the discharge of their duties, find fault widh the lodge. eritieise the officers and turn gp their noses at those who arc their superiors in moral worth. If a fow of these noxieus weeds were destroyed, there would be more room for the cultivation of valuable fruit bearing plants William J. Duncan.
 The proposition which originated with Colorado that the FrceInasonso of the Unit ed States by delegates from grand lodges, unite in the year 1899 in Q centennial memorial of the death of Washington is meeting with general favor, and unless signs fail the century promises to wind up with ono of the most notable Masonic gatherings that has ever bcen held.
 The new Masonic temple at Williams port will be one Of the most imposing structures in central Pennsylvania 4DIO+ 4uuIEt1 G 4l4lu5 1A=g AS iiON EttslANt master of Masons in California and Bro George Johnson grand secretary.
 Tho grand master of Indiana has dccid- ed that where one has received tho Fellow craft degree and then lost his right hand except the thumb he is not disqualified to take the Master Mason's degree Night, because he was made 8 Mason when he was initiated
 The general grand chapters of Royal Arch MasoHa was formed in Boston Oct g4, 1707. The organization was formed by representatives of the chapters at Boston, Albany New York and Newburyport Mass.
 Bradford NiehoI of Tennessee ie general grand master of the general grand council of Royal and Select Masters and Chris topher c. EoE of Buffalo general grand secretary.
 The Masonic Collectors association Is devoted principally to the collection of data throughout che United States and Canada from which to compile and pub fish complete history of the Masonic fra tornlty on this continent as well as the collection of relics. suYenirs. omblems, etc.
 Bro Edward Cook is now grand master of Masons in Illinois and Bro. J. H. c. Dill grand secretary
 There are 15l 090 Masona in Chicago In GA lodges, and in Illinois 53,000 in 800 lodges.
 There is in England 6 'lodgo of re- search. Symbolically and practically ev- cry Mason should be man of research, for in this world more of truth ever is to be discovered.
 Sir John Gillies, grand commander of Knights Templars in Missouri, has issued an order requiring strict compliance with tho law of the jurisdiction concerning Tcmplar uniform
 Every Mason is duty bound to attend the meetings of his lodge
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Kniglts of Ronoro

The work of Bros. Paul Gantert and Henry Sanders of New York has been of benefit among the German lodges during the past few weeks
 Pennsylvania has lest some members within the last two years, but since July i has instituted three new lodges, and ey- cry indication points to many moro to fol- low
 Do you appreciate tho fact that tho in- itiations are the life of tho lodgeG A lodge that goes along for six months without dn initiation becomes as dead as Q doornaiL
 Dr. I F Valentine, who has been chair man of the committee op credentials and mileage of tho grand lodge of New York and is past dictator of Montgomery lodge, No l.Ssl, of Brooklyn, has been appointed grand assistant dictator
 The present system of assessments ip the Knights of Honor provides sufficient in- come for tho payment of death claims promptly, is reasonable and equitable in working and an indueement for alto join who desire to give protection to the family after death carries away the hfeadwinnef.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-11-28
ROYAL ARGANUM.

In Regard bo the Payment a9 Assess
 ments-CocDciI Clippings.
 The recent decision made by tho SUI. preme regent in regard to tho payment of assessments for members by the collector and his inability to suspend him if tho next assessment is paid by said member Is timely. T0o many councils 8t the present time are lax in regard to this law, and serious trouble will come to the order un- less more attention is paid to the proper collection Og moneys Even when mem Der becomes indebted to bis council for ono assessment he cannot be suspended on the next assessment for failure to pay the previous one and tho customary fee exact- cd for the use of the loan fund Tender of payment by such member of tho next assessment must be accepted by tho col ieotor whether he cancels his previous in- debtedness OF not.-Royal Arcanum Guido
 The salary of Supreme Secretary Robson Is S6, 900 per annum.
 General Putnam and Gilbert councils of Brooklyn arc in considerable demand to produce tho Dorchester ritual in New York and Now Jersey councils, it being the strong card of these two Brooklyn ooun- etls, as it also proves to be wherever in use All other rituals pale before 1t, being as a rule too dependent on red fro effects not consistent with our order. Philadcl- phia council of Philadelphia is tho pioneer council in that city and has membership of 600
 The Royal Arcanum has never been us prosperous as it is at present. It has the lowest death rate and the lowest expense rato of any similar organization, which speaks volumes for it's management, and with it's healthy growth continued it's fu ture success promises to exeel even It's past
 Grand Regent Harris of North Carolina is determined that every effort in bis pow CT shall be put forth for tho advancement of the Royal Arcanum in his jurisdiction during the winter months
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-11-28

sitions that he is well qualified for the office to which he has been elevated Re ports of grand officers show that the intro duotion of the classified plan has infused new life into the order, and substantial increase in membership is assured for next year.
 A handsome Autographed past master workman 8 certificate has been prepared by the grand lodgo of California. It Is hoped to inaugurato the system among lodges of presenting each retiring master workman with certificate of this kind signed by the grand lodgo officers.
 Every timo a man pays an assessment he should fcol an inch or two higher, for he has another good deed to his credit His money goes to relieve the stlfferings of those who arc left upon the charity of strangers
 No wonder some lodges have poor at- tendance Members become tired of at tending meetings and simply going through the old routine and then adjourn.
 Manitoba and Northwest Territories have put new canvassers out among the available timber in their forests.
 Quaker City lodge of Philadelphia re- eently initiated so members at a single sit ting
 Between the ages of 8 and 94 inclusive it costs but s14.4o per year for 82, GOO in surance.
 Sick benefits are paid by the subordinate lodges as provided by the bylawa The entire matter Is left with eaeh lodge to ar- range aa the members of the lodge desire.
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ODD DFEEE0WS,
Rich Lodges In the Indiana Jurisdiction.
 LinIxlets.

Rich Lodges In the Indiana Jurisdiction.
 LinIklets.
 Indiana has one Odd Follows lodgo that reports more than s60. GOO in resources, 1 more than 85o, 900, moro than $40, 000, moro than $50, Q0o 18 moro than SEQ GOO, and 6I more than SI0 000, all inelu- slvo Its average resources per lodge are more than 8, 844i per member, $58.87.
 Robckah lodges cannot legally pay regu- lar sick benefits to their members, but may donate e reasonable sum for relief
 Consolidate the weak lodges and hold biennial or tricnnfal sessions of the grand and sovereign grand bodies and there will be no further complaint heard ot any lack of prosperity among subordinate lodges, says the Philadelphia Press
 Mrs B Tolshaw Is president of the Nebraska Rebckah assembly.
 The fund for the Kentucky Odd Eel lows widows end orphans home now amounts to 822, GOO
 A band has no right to use the nalno of the Patriarchs Militant either with or without permission of tho Patriarchs Mill tant authorities, and If tho persons com. posing the band are members of the order charges can Do preferred against them in their lodges and encampments.
 Trustees and committees arc the cre0- turos of the lodge and arc at nll times sub. jeot to instructions from the lodgo
 The Ohio Odd Fellows' Orphanago at Springfield, O., now shelters 51 children. ranging from 10 to 10 years of age
 No subordinate or grand lodge, Rebekah lodge or assembly, subordinate or grand encampmenb, aud no member of tue Aboye organizations, shall hold any anniversary excursion, picnic, etc.. where the nalne of tho order is used, without first obtaining tho consent of tho executive grand officers of their jurisdiction.
 By all means have an organist Music lends much to the beauty of the work
 A man cannot build up his chaCaoter without fulfilling bis sooial obligations. He cannot progress in solitude He can not attain his highest good without fur thering that of others.
 The worker Is tho ideal membeF in ouT order. He loves the order, and particular ly his lodge, and Is willing to do anything that will promote it's prosperity.
 Within another year therc will he 200 ahildren in tho Ohio Odd Fellows home, Which, figuring it ab a conservative estj- mate, will cost about si50 per child, maB- ing the sum of S3O, GOO necessary to main. tain thls benevolence