Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1899-11-02
Deliver al Two Sermnns Day for Fifteen
Days. Many Entertainments to
IKE Place. Y. NJ. G. A, Board
of Directors Elect Officers.

Pray Thee Excuse Me- and ms dlS'
course was an exceptionally fine dis
sertation on the many excuses given bS
those out of the church when approach
ed on the subject of their religious vel
fare. The speaker launched into an eX
hauslive argument against such Weai
apologies, and eXhOrted his hearers tt
throw aside all excuses and come gu
on the side Of the Lord. DR.. MacGre
gor's closing words were beautifully
delivered and his adnonition to tht
sinner to give up his life OF Worldil'
ness for a life with God made a strong
impression upon many in the large con-
gregatiun, several of whom went Tor
ward and expressed themselves as ac-
ccpting his advice when the invitatlol
to do so was given at the close oil the
sermon.
Dr.. MacGregor will leave this morn
ing for Tennessee, where he Will carry
on his excellent work. DR.. MacGregor
sermons have been wholesome, helpful
and in point Of oratory, mastery
since he came here. Possessed OF q
broad mind, he has tact for imparting
his knowledge Of the Bible to others
with so much ease as to give the most
skeplical person food for thought.
In the fifteen days which DR. Mac
Oregon has been conducting the meet.
ings in thu Baptist church, he has de-
iivered TWO excellent sermons each day
to large congregations. The result Vi
his labors has been demonstrated by
The many who have professed faith IN
The Lord since he came here.
Dr. MacGregor.. when he leaves
Hampton this morning will carry with
him the love and esteem Of the large
number of people, regardless Of church
utilization, who have SO much enjoyed
his encouraging words and helpful adj
vice to those who follow his footsteps
in seeking knowledge Of God.
ALL WANT THE GAME.
The announcement made in the Daily
Press yesterday that there was a pos
sibiIity of having a game of football
on Thanksgiving Day, was received
with much pleasure by the large num-
Der of lovers Of the game here. Every
one expressed a wish that Mr.. Holt,
who is making strenuous efforts 10 Sc
cure the game. would be successful,
and it was the unanimous belief that 1t
would be well patronized.
tIr. Holt now feels confident that the
people will have the chance on Thanks
giving Day to Witness first class eX-
hibton, and has gone to work in EARN
est to have it. lie saw a number of
the old players Yesterday and everyone
Of them assured him they would not
only play, but would assist him in
bringing the Baltimore Athletic Asso-
citation eleven to Hampton.
Mr.. J. A. Massie, of Newport News,
who played With Hampton in the days
gone by, also expressed his Willingness
to play in the game, and unless some
thing occurs to prevent 1t between THIS
and the Goth of November, he will GER
tanly be given the opportunity. Mr..
Massie knows the game, and his rec
ord in former days sutlices to assert
that his playing will be up to the STAN
dard now.
I3ickford, Daougherty, Jones, Sinclair,
Whiting, Hill and Soul, all of whom
are at nome when it comes to football,
will be on the eleven, and Mr.. Holt Will
have his boys selected in tho next few
DAYS. They will at once begin practic-
ing, and with a little coaching, such as
Mr.. Holt is capable OF giving, they can
soon be gotten into good condition.
The game can be secured for mat
date of the people really want to wit
ness another real contest on the GRID
iron, ali they will have to do now IS
10 assure MIR Holt Of the patronage
which will dcfray the expense OF BRING
ing good players here. ,.
The game will take place at River
view Park, and If Newport News Will
ioin in with Hampton In sending large
delegations, there is no question nut
what the 'faithfuls" will be treated to
the best game seen here In years.
ELK SOCIAL TONIGHT.
THE Ladies' social to be given the
lady friends Of the members Of Hamp-
ron Lodge No. 372, B. II. o. r., will liIl-
doubtedly eclipse any social function
ever gotten up by the order in Hamp-
ton. The excellent program which mas
baen published in these columns IS III
many respects the best ever put 10.
uether as all of Hamptons best talent
IS included in the makeup.
Last night the lodge held a well al
tended meeting, when the iinlslilhs
touches were made. and tonlGht Wnei,
The guests assemble in the large hail
on King street, rare treat VIII await
them.
A. large number Of invitations nave
been issued to the friends Oh tle oluei'
49, d. c. MEETING TUESDAY.
The daughters Of the Confedera.cy
viii meet at the home OF the president
MIS-. r. *. Tudgins, next TUESDAY
evening at o'clock. Business OF I'M
portance to each member will come w
far discussion and it Is sincerely hoped
that all will attend. Mrs. Hudglns mas
returned TO the city and will preside al
the meeting. ,,,rrl,>-
Rev. "a, j. Renforth, pastor OF The
Christian church, will attend the State
convention of the Christian churches II
Richmond next week. Mr.. Renfortf
will also be accompanied by seVera
members of his congregation. who vii
ro as delegates. The convention VIII
hold its sessions in the Seventh stree
christian church, and large attellu'
anae is expected. .-
WILL HOLD A FAIR.
THE members of the Phoebus Chapler
Daughters of Rebecka, an auxiliary
branch Of the Independent order Q.
Odd Fellows, are preparing to hold
fair in Phoebus, commencing Mollelss.
night. and continuing throughout tht
week. A program mas peen az, -, mlit :. q,
for each evening and the ladies are an
tcipating quite a SUCCESSFUL ana ell'
ioyable week.
MIR AND MRS. DAVIS ENTERTAIN
Mr.. and Mrs. William T. Davis gay
a delightful party Tuesday at thell
nome in Phoebus, in honor Of thei
guest The evening was in every wa
enjoyable and the host and hostess los
no opportunity in making their gldsst
have a pleasant time. Refr Is hm l1r!
were served and dancing was IN orde
tt,fs iies e ' or n q. - st5 = L
IIALLOWE'E EN- PARTY.
Nc 1c-f,r al r.
nv Mr. and Mrs. Birmingham TuestNA
night a large number of the youl.
friends of the couple were invited W
their beautiful htEle, and the aifal
was indeed unique. Games of Varlfh
kinds were enjoyed by the guest az.
the evening entertainment closed VIA
an appetzing lunch, delightfully."- pie
sided over by Mrs Birmingham.
Among those who enjoyed the event
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