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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-11-18

plane upon which the exercises were con-
Quoted. The Synod is prospecting as never
b5fore.
Rev. T. j. Allison, Charlotte: The en-
tire session was extremely encouraging,
and the reports from all departments
gave us great reason to hope and be-
lieve that there is great progress being
made. Synodical mission work seems TO
be especially promising. The report
shows that the committee paid off debt
of $4,000, and have $1,000 in the treasury.
The work is prospecting all over the
State.
Rev. C. G. Vardell, Red Springs: To me
the chief feature of the meeting appears
to be the educational movement. The inau-
guration of the twentieth century fund
marks a new era in educational work.
The work is undoubtedly progressing. The
home missions are out of debt and have
a surplus fund, and the campaign is to
be aggressively carried on, especially in
the east, for which purpose 800 has
been appropriated. We are on the up
grade.
Rev. Allen Jones, Jr., Jefferson We
are on the upgrade, both as to numbers
and collections. The twentieth century
fund was of most interest.
Rev. A. w. Graham, Davidson: The
reports brought UP show the fact that
while the population of the State has
increased II per cent in the past ten
years. the membership of our church has
increased 50 per cent The meeting has
been characterized by much hard work.
The church is in an excellent condition
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Rev. d. l. Craig, Stated Clerk to the
Synod-'I consider this the most promis-
ing synod that has been held in ten years
in this State In amount of work done
and excellence of the reports brought in,
it is phenomenal. The feature of great
est interest is the enthusiasm aroused
over the education and mission work
The prospects of the church were never
brighter"
Rev. f. H. Johnston, Temporary CLERK
1.-The enthusiasm manifested and the
earnestness and directness of discussion
were the features of this session. 1t is
the most promising session we ever had.
Our church has taken high ground, and
is going forward all along the line
Rev. Jno. B. Morton, Tarboro-"The
increase in the reports indicated vigorous
growth in every department of church
work. both as to members and finances.
A renewed interest IN the two questions
of foreign and home missions marked the
spirit of the meeting The prospect is
encouraging The church has not been
in so good condition in ten years"
Rev. A. R. Shaw. Henderson-"Thei in
vigoration of the missionary spirit, in
Dictated by the interest in the home and
domestic missions, and the evidence of
educational awakening shown by the in
terest manifested by the impetus given
the twentieth century fund, marked the
meeting Presbyterianism in this State
has a steady though slow growth. The
prospects are good
Rev. r. e. Caldwell, Winston The
admirable reports of the meeting of Sy-
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GROWTH OF PRES
BYTERlAN CHURCH
Continued from First Page.)

and pastor of the city, There was no
Presbyterian church in organization. The
State House was the common place of
worship. There ministers of other de-
nominations sometimes preached as they
might be passing along on their mission
airy journeys; but the Presbyterian min
lister preached there regularly. 1t was
required of him, as part of his engage
ment, that he should give "a weekly dis
course" as pastor of the city" 1t can
easily be seen that, so far as the devel-
opment of the Presbyterian denomination
was concerned, this arrangement would
have its advantages and disadvantages.
DR.. Turner filled his position ably, en-
ergetically and successfully, and in the
latter part of the year 1909 he removed
to Fayetteville. On March 10, 1870 we
read in the Raleigh Register; The trus-
tees of the Raleigh Academy have the
pleasure to inform the public that they
have engaged the Rev. VIM. McPheeters,
from Virginia, a gentleman eminently
qualified for the undertaking, to become
the principal of the Academy and pastor
of the city, and that he will certainly
enter upon these important duties about
the first of May next"
1t would seem that the work was con-
tinued by DR.. McPheeters for six years
very much as it had been conducted by
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View The Presbyterian Orphanage at Barium Springs

DR.. Turner, only with growth and en-
largement. At the end of this time Pres
byterianism began to determine itself to-
ward more definite denominatonalism.
The first official record of organization
gives the date as Sabbath morning, Janu-
airy 81, 1916; pastor Rev. William Nc
Pheeters, and ruling elders, William
Shaw, Thomas Emonds, William Peace
and John Smith "solemnly set apart by
prayer and imposition of hands" There
is a record to the effect that on July
%, 1910, the church had sixteen mem
bers (whose names are given) and six
occasional members whatever that
may mean.
Very soon after their organization, the
church took steps toward erecting a
house OF worship. The first building of
this kind in Raleigh was known as Glen
Jennings Chapel and was built by an
individual of that name about the year
1906 The first house erected by any de-
nomination was the frame Methodist
Church began in 1911 and finished that
year or early in the next year. Both
these, however, were comparatively small
structures. The founda ton of the Pres
byteran Church was laid in 1917 and the
new house was solemnly dedicated the
18th of February, 1918, the services being
conducted by the Rev. Drs. McPheeters,
Jesse Turner and John Witherspoon. This
brick structure stood for more than
eight: years For long time it was the
comne.i assembly place of Christians of
all denominations. 1t was in this house
that the convention met in which the
State Constitution, in it's present form,
was adopted.
The new building which now stands on
the site of the old one was formally ded-
icated September Is, 1900, the pastor be-
ing assisted in the services by the Rev.
Drs w. W. Moore, w. NJ. McPheeters,
John S. Watkins and Rev. A. R. Shaw, in
connection with pastors of various
churches in the city. The church is COM
plete in all modern appointments. It's
cost, including furniture, is about $27,-
600.
1t would not be possible in this sketch
to give anything like a detailed history
of the church through its various pasto-
rates. The congregation enjoyed the min
isterial service of DR.. McPheeters for
twenty years, of Dr. Drury Lacy for nine
teen years, of DR.. ]. M. Atkinson for
twenty-one years, of DR.. C. r. Vaughan
for two years and of Dr. j. S. Watkins
for thirteen years. The pastoral rela-
tion now existing was formed about the
beginning of the year 1893 The church
has closely revised roll of about $40
resident members, a session consisting
of W. S. Primrose, A. Nj. McPheeters
James Dinwiddie S. w. Whiting, C. P.
Wharton, Julius Lewis, J. M. Monte. d.
H. Hill: a board of deacons. vix: G. w
Thompson, Geo Allen, G.. G.. Whiting H
w. Jackson, w. C. Stronach. w. A. With
ers. ]. W. Thackston, W. D. Hay, C. ID.
Wilder. w T. Harding and E. B. Grow.
The Sabbath school has now every facil-
ity for it's excellent work and the Chris
tian women cannot be surpassed for their
active and unwearying devotion to the
Masters cause.
EUGENE DANIEL.
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ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

Having duly qualified as administrator
of the estate of Wesley Bum, deceased,
hereby notify all persons having claims
against said estate, to present to me for
payment on or before November 10th
1901. or this notice will be plead in bar OF
their recovery, and all persons indebted
to said estate are requested to make
immediate payment.
j. D. BUM, Administrator,
Wakefield, N. c.
! This November 10th, 1900.
/ 11-11-1w-6w.
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THE s7rH SESSION OF SYNOD.
Its Chief Characteristics; The Future Of Pres
byterianism in North Carolina.

The ministers to the Synod, and the
laymen as well, were greatly gratified
with the result of this session of the
Synod. In answer to the inquiry; THE
Synod of 1900: What Were its Chief Char
acteristics; What the Future of Presbyte-
rianism in North Carolina" We publish
below some expressions by members of
Synod:
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MozLEY's LEMON ELIXIR.

1 have been a great sufferer from dys-
pepsia for about fifteen years, my trou-
bic being my liver, stomach and bowels,
with terrible headaches. Lemon Elixir
cured me. My appetite is good, and l am
well. / had taken a barrel of other med
icine, that done me no good.
CHARLES GIBHARD.
No 1915 jefferson St, Louisville, KY
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MozLEY's LEMON ELIXIR.

Cured me of enlarged liver, nervous
indigestion and ho"rt disease. / was una
bic to walk up stairs or to do any kind
kind Of work. | was treated by many
physicians, but got no better until used
Lemon Elixir. l am now healthy and
vigorous.
c. H. BALDWIN.
No SO Alexander ST., Atlanta. Ga.
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MozLEY's LEMON ELIXIR.

Cured me of Indigestion. l had suffered
for ten years. ! had tried almost every
medicine, but all failed Since taking
Lemon Elixir l can eat anything l like.
w. A. GRIFFITH.
Recvesville, S. C.
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MozLEY's LEMON HOT DROPS

Cures all Coughs, Colds, Hoarseness,
Sore Throat, Bronchitis Hemorrhage, and
and all throat and lung diseases. Elegant,
reliable
Csc at druggists. Prepared only by Or.
H. Motley, Atlanta, Ga.
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M0ZLtYS LEMON ELIXI R
4 PLEASANT LEMON TONIC.

Cures Indigestion, headache, malaria,
kidney disease, fever, chills, loss of APP
petite, debility nervous prostration heart
failure, and appendicitis by regulating the
Liver, Stomach, Bowels and Kidneys.
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MozLEY's LEMON ELIXIR.

Cured me of indigestion and heart dis
ease, after years of suffering when all
other remedies and doctors had failed
n. d. COLEMAN.
Beulah, S. C.
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If some fools were to remain silent they
might acquire regulations fer wisdom.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-11-18

A SUSPENDED street-car conductor gath
ers no fares.
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Patience is the most ESSENTIAL ingredient
of genius.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-07-19
AFIGHT IN THE EIGHTH.
Republicans Will Probably Run j. l.
Crupper. of Alexandria,
lsnacial nisnatch to The Times

Especial Dispatch to The Times
WASHINGTON. D. c.. July ls-lt IS
conceded that Congressman RiSey will
have opposition for Congress this year
Republican leaders from several counties
OF the Eighth District have been in this
CITY within the past week and they say
that convention will meet in Alexandra
next month to select candidate Tor eoli-
-ress in opposition TO Mr.. RiNeE
Louisa, orange. Loudouu, Stafford f.'l-
fax ana Alexandria counties are unan- uni
imous In favor OF the nomination OIL w -. =
L. Crupper of Alexandria IheE say M
that he is the strongest man in the ois-
trict. having been for the past slS.sea
years closely and prominently loeisin ,,,r
with the Republican party. Thes e1stn'
that he will have a larger 1c'oW!nS tin,.
any other member OF the party he W.
one of General Mahones NEST arSsn'
snnnorters durir,e his life and is at pres
ent Postmaster at Aiaxandria
Colonel William Lamb. OF NorIoik, vas
at the Navy Department to-day, r1aklhs
arrangements to furnish coal for the Dc
partrnent for use in Manila and China.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-07-19
AN ENTENTE REACHED.
Germany. Russia and France Agreed
on Action in China.
dBy Associated Press.)

BERLIN, July 1S.-An entente regarding
future action in China has been reached
by Russia, Germany and France.
The Foreign Secretary convinced Rus
sia that Germany would in nowise inter-
fere with her plans in MnnchurIa and
Northern China, as wen as Korea, and
that Germany harbors no desire of terri
torial aggrandizement.
Russia, on her part. agrees not to in
terfere with Germany's trade in Russinn
sphere of influence in China after order
has been re-es tablished.
The Berliner Tageblatt's correspondent t
St. Petersburg declares that it cannot be
doubted that Russia is preparing for
separate campaign against Pelin. via the
north by land. He adds that Russia does
not believe the allied campaign from Tien
Tsn will be successful or in time.
In reply to questions put by The Asso-
ciated Press correspondent to-day. a lead
ing foreign official said:
There has been no agreement between
the Powers regarding the size of the forces
to be sent 10 China. Each Power is send
ing The number that she can spare
The impression in official circles here is
that the situation is growing steadily
worse. and that the anti-foreisn move
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-07-19
Hay RcnOminatcu.

(Special Dispatch 20 Ths TimesD
HARRISONBURG, VA. July 1S.-Con-
sider:ng that the denomination of Hon
lanes iHay was assured, there was an un-
expectedly large attendance Of delegates
at the Democratic Congressional Conven-
ton for the Seventh District held here
to-day.
Other than the denomination of Mr. Hay
the only matter attracting special atten-
ton was a contest between contesuns
delegates from Shenandoah county. rep
resentinr the aIiiey-Bauserrnan faction,
and the Rhodes-Newman faction. Ihe
contest was exceedingly spirited
TWO SETS OF DELEGATES.
The result was the recomme endauon OF
the NT:ley faction as the regular organl-
zatior. but both sets of delegates were
admitted to the convention, with half Il
vo1a For each, and recommending means
for the determination OF the differences
at the reorganization of their county or
ganizat!on-
Hon. Floyd Weaver, Of Page county,
was chosen temporary and permanent
chairman of the convention. Mr. Hay was
nlacad in nomination by Hon. John Moon,
Of Albemar,e county, and seconded by
George Browning, Of Rappahannock- The
nomination was made by acclamation.
RESOLUTIONS.
Resolutions were adopted endorsing the
Kansas City platform md approving the
course of Mr. Hay in Congress The con-
vention was addressed by Senator Martin,
Congressman Hay and Hon. Nat. B.
Eariy of Greey.e county.
Much enthusiasm prevailed throughout
the meeting, especially when large pic
ture of Mr. Bryan was displayed during
Senator Martins address
The convention adjourned at o'clock
this afternoon.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-07-19
THE BOERS BREAK
BRITISH GORDON
They are Making Towards LindIey
Closely Followed by British Troops.
PoIe-CareW' S Position Attacked,
(Bv Associated Pross.l J

tBy ASSoCidteG PTcSS-l
LONDON, July lS-The War Office has
received the following dispatch from Lord
Roberts:
Pretoria, July II.
Yesterday the enemy made deter
mined attack on the left of Pole-Carew s
position and along our left flank, COM
manded by Hutton The posts held oy the
Irish Fusiliers and Canadian Mounted In
fantTy, under LieutenantColone! Ander-
son. were most gallantly defended. The
enemy made repeated attempts to assault
the positions, coming in close range and
calling TO the Fusilfers to surrender. The
enemy suffered severely. They had fifteen
killed and fifty wounded, and four We're
taken prisoners
The British casualties were seven killed
Qncluding the Canadian Lieutenants Bor-
den and Birch), thirty wounded and twen-
ty-ore missing.
Ian Hamilton's column advanced TO
Wterval yesterday unopposed, and to-day
proceeded to Hamans kraal.
Fifteen hundred Beers. with five guns.
managed to break through the Gordon
formed by Hunters and Rundle's divisions
between Bethlehem and Ficksburg. They
were making towards Lindley, being close
ly followed by Paget's and Broadwood 3
brigadeS.''
In a dispatch dated to-day Lord Roberts
pays a tribute to Iieutenants Borden and
Birch. whom, in his dispatch given above,
he reported killed. Lord Roberts says:
They were killed while gallantly lead
ing their men in a counter-attack on the
enemy's flank at critical juncture of
their assault on one position. Borden was
twice before brought to my notice in dis
patches for gallant and intrepid conduct" ="
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-07-19
PLENTY OF PROVISIONS.
The Legations Were Standing OH Jul
First
fBy Associated PresE.)

fBy Associated Press.)
IiEN TSIN, Friday, July 13.-T p. NJ
Via Che Foo, July 16, and Shanghai. July
lS-The battle which was begun with the
attack by 1,oo0 of the allied forces upon the
walls OF tae native city at o'clock this
afternoon continued all day, two batta-
lions OF the Ninth Infantry participating
1t is reported that 2l5 Of this command
were killed or wounded, including ten or
fifteen officers. Colonel e. II. Liscum was
killed, and Major Jesse NJ. Lee and James
Reagan, Captains Charles Noyes and An
drew Brewster an.1 Edwin V. Eookmiller.
and First-Lieutenants William K. Naylor.
Louis 3. Lawton, Harold Hammond and
Ira c. Waldron were wounded.
Among the United States Marines the
casualties numbered forty. Captain Austin
r. Davis was killed, and Captain William
B. Lemley and Frst-Lieutenants Henry
Leonard and Smedly were wounded.
The American contingent, after lying in
shallow. hastily dug trenches, full of water,
facing the south wall Of the city, and Suf-.
fering for want Of water and food. beside
being short of ammunition, were ordered
by General DorWard to retire under cover
of darkness. The Russians were outside
the east wall, while the japanese, British
and French were close TO the west wall,
with the Chinese trying to flank them. The
walls were sadly battered by shells. The
attack Will be feneWeu III tile norllliS.
The total losses of the allied forces are
estimated at 500.
A messenger has arrived here who left
Pekin July 1st. The foreigners at that
time were all in the British legation.
Chinese troops were beginning 20 lombard
the Legations from the streets. The lega-
tions had been under rifle fire for a. week
previously, and in that time four foreigners
had been killed and thirteen wounded.
The marines had unsuccessfully attempted
to capture a gun on wall commanding the
legations. The foreigners were supplied
with an abundance of provisions.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1900-07-19
MUCH OPPOSITION
TO GOV. BECKHAN
His Nomination Will be Fought Be-
cause He is in Favor Of the
GoebeI Election Law.
CBy Associated Press.)

LEXINGTON, KY, July 1S.-Ony one
thing appears TO be down on the cards for
a certainty in the Democratic State Con-
vention, which viii meet here Tomorrow
to nominate a candidate for Governor
That is an extremely well defined and
we'll developed opposition 10 Governor
BeckhaIns ambition for the guoerna to-
rial nomination. This opposition IS based
on the allegation that Beokhara Is COM
nitted to the Goebel election law.
Governor Beckham and a delegation OF
State officials arrived from Frankfort early
to-day The friends of McCreary. Black.
Tarvin Lewis. Smith, GarHstt and Pryor
were also in evidence.
Ii was determined tonight by the oppo-
sition to contest every step OF the new
way in the convention. When the Beck
ham forces present the name OF Judge
Robbins for temporary chairman the op-
position will move TO substitute that OF
Judge Peuke.
While the opposition is not as strong on
the question of organization Of the con-
vention as on the issue FOR the uodifca-
tom OF the GoeOei election law, yet the
field will make its first stand on the first
business in order II beaten the opposi-
ton insists they will measure strength
with the Beckham men on every other
order of business until the platform is
adopted.
The platform will be disposed of before
nominating. II beaten on these motions
and in the committee it Is not likely TINT
the opposition will present the names OF
any of those in the field against Beck
ham. but they are making a hard hsht
on Beckham tonight.
WORKING FOR LEWIS.
Senator Blackburn is here working for
Judge Lewis for Governor. There are
many mountaineers here for Judge BACK.
while Ex-Governor McCreary is receptive
candidate OF considerable following
AS Governor Beckham is quite young
man. it was called the contest o@iWeeh
The Kids and the '.Mossbacks" at hEst,
but tonight the latter call it a contest De
tween "Goebelism' and New Depa. ;isa :,
ure.'' They insist that Governor beshnan nam
ia not only committed to the Goeoei eteG
ton law, but that he also represents az
that has been charged against the A'ai>
during the past eventful year.
Those advocating q Ne" OepaE. lure
and . new man say the paisF VIII De on
~ defensive. with Becknam at us head,
,rf,;,s With new man and plank ior the
,.nz5;Eo.tion NJ the Goebei law, the party
r-o,,Is ha more united and aggressive
~, othar arguments are used by the
60 as,tnst the young Governor. but the
state committeeman, State omcaals. at
,nosss of State institutions and other or
.-a,iZers are for Beckham, and they keep
fhsir men well In line. so iha. il wiz re-
allre radical change in the situation to
defeat Beckham.