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The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

Kentucky's debt has been wiped out
through the fortunate finding Of an
old claim Uncle Sam owed her. She
will remain even with the world just
about as long as Pat stayed In the
armV
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

The new Chinese minister. Chin
Tung Liang Cheng, recently arrived
at San Francisco. with So secretaries
and attaches, nine servants and 20
students. With this gang on hand, the
rat crop will soon run short.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

Foley'S Honey and Tar contains nc
Opiates, and will not cOnStipate like
nearly all other cough medicines. Re-
fuse substitute. Sold by G C & ] E
StOrmeS. I'm
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

To the School Children and friends
of Garrard County, have entered
the contest for the Free Trip to the
Worlds Fair, and earnestly solicit the
votes of my friends. The ballots will
be placed at Judge Hemphill's office
under the direction of Judge Hughes.
Respectfully,
a-17-tf Amanda Anderson.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

Our business undoubtly is not to see
what lies dimly at distance, but to
do what lies clearly at hand.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

FoleY'S Kidney Cure makes kidneys
and bladder alright. Don't delay TAX
ing. Sold by c z & E Stormes. 1 m
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

LOUIS LANDRAM.
Entered at the Post Office in Lancaster, KY,
Second Class Mail Matter.
Lancaster, Ky. April II, 1903.

With four criminals condemned to
be hung, it looks as though Lexington
juries would soon wake up to sense
of duty. Four is fairly good start IN
the right direction.
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

Any man who seeks friend withou
imperfectiOnS is a dreamer of dreams
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17
For Circuit Clerk

We are authorized to announce J. W. Hamil-
ton as a candidate for nomination for the Office
of Clerk OF the Garrard Circuit Court, subject
tothe action of the Democratic party
The central record. (Lancaster, Ky.) 18??-current, 1903-04-17

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Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16
IN A NEW FIELD.
Difficulty in Introducing the Gospel
on the Manua Isles.

Elders G. A. Goats and j. Morris
Wood writes as follows from Tau, Ma
nua Isles, Samoa, March 20.
Four months have passed since we
arrived here on the Manua Isles, hav-
ing been called at the general october
conference to carry the Gospel message
to the inhabitants Of this small group
of islands. Manua is the name given 10
the three small Islands located at the
extreme eastern part Of the Samoa
group, VIZ; Tau, Ofu and Olosega Tau.
the home Of King Tuimanira Moa, Is
the largest OF the group, and contains
about one-half Of the whole population.
the total Of which is nearly l,SO0 peo-
pie. Ofu ranks next in size, but CLOSE
ga second in population. The islands
are small and mountainous, containing
no streams except Laufuti a cool brook
with three beautiful falls, which 'Se
visited but even this much-needed
stream Is so remote that the majority
OF the people here have never seen H.
Notwithstanding the relative distance
and area of these islands Utah lake
would hold the whole Manua group.
leaving plenty OF room for boating and
fshing.
The people here are all on an equal
footing, being very loyal to their King.
and before the governments were estab-
lshed they were controlled solely hye
him. There are six beautiful little VIII
lagos in the islands. located on the
sandy beaches. Stretching out to the
horizon lays the blue, CLASSY ocean.
dotted here and there with breaking
wave or an occasional fishing canoe.
The foamlng surf from the roaring
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16

Tuesday morning the General Church
authorities We're unanimously sus-
taincd. Elder A. II. Woodruff was srs-
tanned as president Of the Northern
states mission with Elder +. NJ, Abbot
Continued as secretary. Elder Edward
Chamberlain was sustained In his Of
flee as president OF the Northern I'LL
nois conference. The Elders then re-
ported their labors and received their
Assignments for the next half year.
Altogether we feel that our confer
ehce has been eminently successful
which we must not forget to mention
ls largely due TO the splendid singing
Of the choir under the able direction
OF Elder Henry Chamberlain.
The Chicago branch IL In thriving
condition with bright prospects for the
future Much credit Is due the local
Saints for their zeal, the presiding FL
ders for Their able management OF the
affairs OF Zion IN this part OF the world
We have good sunday schools and lm-
proyement organizations. all in thrifty
condition and accomplishing much
good The Relief society Is a great fac
tor for good In the branch,
The News" and Era reach us regn-
lnrly and their influence for good Is
very marked. They are certainly APP
preclated by us all
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16
Report of Pleasant Gathering IN
That Field.

The following is a report Of confer
enc held at Pouchatoua, Tanstohoa
Pm. La, April Is aid 10.
An the Elders D In number we're
there. and Elder il mes G. Dulhn inter-
ested All With hi clear and concise
talks on the Gosp,L Four public meet,
ings were held, b,sides the Priesthood
meetings 81,
Each Elder had the privilege OF
speaking. 49,. ,,a
are ana our mission In the world
Al The afternoon meeting, sunday,
she Church Authorities were presented
and unanimously sustained.
Elder Warren Bufraston was chosen
and sustained as counselor TO Elder ny
ruln Hansen IN the Louisiana CONFER
ence also as superintendent OF sunday
schools,
When the Elders met Monday morn.
inp Tor their final instructions ana
choir amendments Il was a time long
10 be remembered, II was time some.
thing ike we read about in Acts second
chapter. The Holy Ghost filled the
whole house where they were sitting.
Each one spoke again and bore tesll-
mony TO each other Of the truth.
our ranks were made two less by the
transferring OF Elders Peter Johnson
and Hyrum Davis on account OF their
health. Elder Dufhn wisely removed
them TO more healthful field. Thcy
were both earnest workers.
The Louisiana conference Is a COCO
field Of labor. Many honest people are
investigating the Gospel We nave
friends among the best people.
Saints, friends and Elders are CRATE
ful for the News" and Era.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16
TIE HAWAIIAN MISSION.
Reports Show That the work IL
Progressing Well. -

Elder Edwin c. Dlbble, clerk OF the
mission, in letter dated Lale, Hawai-
TER, April 10, reports as follows;
The Hawaiian mission conference con-
yened al Iale on April 3, 1908, and con-
tinued until the 9Th At the opening
session. the Westinghouse, which had
been newly painted and decorated for
the occasion, was crowded with Saints
who had gathered from different parts
of the Islands. Ii has long been the
custom 10 hold semi-annual conference
I'm this mission, but Elder Sampel b.
Woolley having been called home for
few months during the last year no
conference was held IN October. Both
Elders and Saints were eager FOR the
spiritual blessings that come to the Lat
ter-day Saints when assembled In con-
ference.
six meetings were DEVOTED 10 general
conference, and during the remaining
four the different Church organizations
rendered exercises on such principles
of the GOSPEL as: Proper observance
OF the Sabbath day" Prayer" Law
OF Tithlng," WORD OF Wisdom, Sal
walton through Obedience TO the Cos
pei" etc AT the opening meeting
Brother Woolley gave a hearty welcome
TO all and gave report OF the Work
during the past year He Impressed
upon all the fact mat we have the same
Gospel that was revealed TO Adam and
other ancient prophets, and that IN an
ages the Lord has chosen the humble
10 be His ministering servants
A notable feature OF the Relief society
meeting was the instructions In regard
ia the position the sisters hold In the
government OF the home, and the posi-
tion the mothers in Israel hold before
the world. The lessons given IN the
Sunday schools and the NJ L. associa-
lions were valuable sermons In eXposi-
ton of the doctrines preached by the
Latter-day Saints.
Reports coming from the different
conferences show that the work Is pro-
crossing. New members TO the number
OF 4GS have been added TO the Church
during the last year and 25S children
have been blessed These are some OF
the fruits Of the lahors OF the Elders
assisted by the native Saints who do
much 70 spread the Gospel among their
relatives and friends.
The temporal labors on the plantation
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the judgments which viii overtake the
wicked Elder Te Hata endorsed what
had been said and urged the people 10
receive the salvation now offered,
The general and local authorities Of
the Church were unanimously sustained
Elder Bartlett made few explanations
regarding the Church Authorities and
the new appointments. Elder Watena
Huka spoke Of the unity existing among
members Of the Church regardless OF
race or color, showed from the Scrip
lures that Church officers should be
sustained and spoke also upon the prin-
ciple Of obedience. Elder Ralima Hak.
opa showed that we must show by our
actions that we are followers Of Christ.
Elder Hone parata gave some OF his
reasons for leaving the Church Of Eng
land and Joining the Church OF Christ.
Elder y. r, Davis spoke upon condl-
tons existing In the Bay Of Islands con-
ference-oyer 100 additions totheChurch
were made there last year Elder Seth
j. johnson proved that by obedience 10
principles OF righteousness we may be-
exalted Elder Bartlett made few
closing remarks thanking the people Of
Omshu for their hospitality He gave
some Instructions to the Saints and an
nonnced that the committee had Sc
lected Moawhango IN the Wanganul
district as the place for holding the
next annual conference
Reside the regular sessions Of the
conference several Priesthood meetings
were held. II was decided TO hold an
European conference at Chrlstchurch In
the near future.
A GREAT OCCASION.
Reference was made TO the opening
Of the new Maori council house. The
occasions are red letter days among the
natives and the different tribes assem-
bic from all parts OF the island to cell
citrate the event In true Maori fashion
The main feature Of the gathering is
the kobe" or collection. In this case
all the natives gathered on the grounds
Tn front Of the new "Whare" and form
ed In q large circle each "haper" or
sub-trbe under It's banner. to give their
respective portions Of the collection. The
representatives Of the "hapus" came
forward In turn ana danced their "ha-
ka' Or war dance and their best speak
er would come out onto the "marai" or
grounds alone and make his speech,
Ringing the pound notes around In every
direction one man scattered 1876 on the
ground. The natives Of the village and
surrounding neghborhood had laid
down as a foundation for the collection
A,50O IN notes. Each suo-tribe contrib
uted literally and the collection swelled
TO the sum of $500.
The Maoris believe In "kai" tfood)
and to feed so large a gathering 10 days
was no small undertaking. Following
are some OF the Items furnished by the
head Of their commissary department,
" beeyes $500 zoo sheep, $500; 70 hogs.
$780, 30 geese, s35; 1000 cells: 10 baskets
seaweed' 20 sacks Of dried fish, 10 sacks
shell fish, 3 sacks dried shark: 100 sacks
and 200 baskets potatoes; 25 sacks veg.
etabes; 1000 loayes bread. $500 SO sacks
sugar; y sacks rice, s35; l6 cases butter.
Sl65' 20 cases preserves, 800: 70 cases
tomato sauce sS5; ralsns. $50. biscuits.
Sl25, and wagonloads watermelons.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16
m THE NORTHERN STATES.
A Conference With Beautiful Singing
and Instructive Lectures.

The following report IL signed by FL.
ders Edward Chamberlain and George
H. Barney:
The annual conference OF the Church
OF Jesus Christ OF latter-day Saints for
northern Illinois was held at No. 1893
south Oakley boulevard on April %.
20 and q, The l6 Elders laboring I'm the
conference assembled In Priesthood
meeting Saturday morning, and listen
ca 70 excellent instructions from Presi.
dent A. II, Woodruff Of the Northern
States mission
Elder Edward Chamberlain. OF the
northern Illinois conference, spoke of
the duty or the EldeN and Of the best
methods To pursue In preaching the
Gospel Elder William B. Lowry presi-
! dent OF the Chicago branch and Don
Z. walker president of the Iowa con-
ference, gave much encouragement to
the Elders.
The first public session was held Sat.
ur1ay evening with a fair attendance.
Elder James Hoefoed spoke ON the
arostasy, Elder Heber G. Smell follow
cd with a talk on revelation. Elders
William b. Lowry, Henry Chamberlain
j. +. Lloyd and A. W Ensign. rendered
a selection Elder f. A. Jackson spoke
on fulflment Of prophecy and Elder
Walker bore a strong testimony
The second session began at 1880 a.
m, Sunday morning, Immediately after
close OF Sunday school. The church
was tastetully decorated with flowers
Presented by Brother w. IA. Harrison
Elder Woodruff addressed the Saints
end friends at length on modern Church
history. Sister Emma Ramsey sang
che Lord Is My Light"
Elder George H. Barney delivered
powerful and pointed discourse on the
influence Of the Holy Ghost as the mo-
tive force Of the Church Elder Barney
has Just been released to return home
lie has been a fearless worker In the
reid as well as very able speaker and
leayes with best wishes from all.
The browning meeting OF the confer
ence was held Sunday evening. The
church was literally packed: the ma
Jorty being visitors. Elder Lewis Ram.
sfy sang THE Holy City" The con-
eregatOn then listened attentively TO
the able lecture by Elder John NJ. Mills
on the Book OF Mormon. Many OF our
friends remarked that 1t was one Of the
best lectures they had ever listened 10.
Sitter Ramsey sang n selection. Broth
er and Sister Ramsey are returning
from their studies In Europe and have
done much 10 make our meetings sue
cessful In every way Sister Ramsey
deserves great credit for her Kindness
Ia remaining with US. We feel that
much good viii result from her singing.
Many came to hear her and returned
Ia their homes fully compensated for
coming out. The people are awaken
ing TO The fact that the sons and daugh-
teTs " Zion are equally talented and
progressive with themselves.
Elder Woodruff departed from the
usual routine by calling testimony
meeting Of the priesthood fer Monday
morning.
Monday evening n concert was given
by Our y L. NJ l. A organization. Il
was well attended and an interesting
program was rendered. The music fur
nlshed by Fishers orchestra, contribute
ed much towards making It a complete
success. At a meeting OF the Elders
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16

tanned by those who would be exalted
In our Fathers kingdom.
Elder Ulrich Ahegglen bore a firm
testimony to the truth OF the work, and
speaking as one who, many years ago,
had embraced the Gospel In Switzer-
land, testified that he had only cause TO
rejoice that he had accepted the truth,
left the land Of his fathers, and gone
to live among the Lords people.
At the afternoon session there were
present about 1926
Elder Burdett Smith was called upon
TO speak, He outlined the claims made
by the Latter-day Saints for the Book
OF Mormon. These claims he supported
by an interesting discussion Of the arch
geological evidences which are multi
plying themselves In America, OF the
structure Of the book, and from the pro-
prophecies Of the Scriptures. In conciu-
sion the speaker plead earnestly with
all fair-minded, truth-loving people
that they investigate the principles Of
"Mormonism" before passing judgment
upon them.
Elder Gustaf Weilenmann dwelt upon
the inconsistency Of ayowlng belief In
the Bible and not carrying out Its prin-
ciples In practise.
Elder Young showed the absurdity Of
the assertion made by some that Nor
monism' Is a revival of M0hammedan-
ism, by comparing the underlying prin-
clples Of the two religions,
At the evening services Elder Eugene
Weber spoke Of the necessity for one
ness In the Church OF Christ. proving
from the Scriptures that Il was never
the intent OF Christ, nor His Apostles,
that division should exist
Elder John Buehler testified Of his
love for the land of his nativity, Swift
Zerland and Of his Joy, after p years
OF residence in Utah, at being privileged
to return as messenger Of the Gospel
Of peace.
During all the sessions ot the confer
ence sweet, harmonious spirit pre-
vailed and not one unpleasant clrcum-
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16

breakers a few rods away rolls up6n
the beach and looks like a long, irregu-
lar snow drift.
Behind the villages, in the low, green,
mountains are the neglected taro and
banana patches, and the tall waving
cocoanut groves of the natives. Who.
famed and lulled into their daily maps
by the cool trade winds. live a life of
ease and oontentment, having little tc
trouble them.
II was for this remote fairyland that
We left Pagopago, Nov. g. 1902. In a
small i5-ton freight cutter, TO bear the
Gospel message 10 the people Of Manua
We had a safe. though not very pleas
ant journey. owing 10 a calm and
heavy head wind. we were drlfted one
days travel out OF our course. We were
two days and three nights on board the
Mele before We landed at Tau. about Il
miles from Pagopago. Being weary and
sunburned we were very happy to land
on Saturday morning, Of the 18th, Most
Of the village people gathered down on
the beach very curious at our sudden
appearance, and the little brownies sur.
rounded us making all wind of guesses
20 who we were.
We proceeded at once to the homes OF
Mr. Rosencrest, trader here; he and
his wife are members OF the Church
and have cared for the Elders In the
other islands many times; 50 also have
. they cared for US during our soiourn
here.
The London Missionary society is the
only denomination In Manua. all other
creeds having been kept out owing 10
an old covenant the people made with
former king to the erect that they
would never let another denomination
obtain footh0ld here. Upon landing
We commenced work al once Finding \
solitary spot on the mountain near by
we dedicated the islands to the Lord
for the PRONUNCIATION Of His Gospel ON
first visit was to King Tulmanlra. who
is also the missionary In the adioinIn,
village. Upon telling him our inten.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1903-05-16
ELDERS AND SAINTS MEET.
A Profitable Gathering at Omaha,
Nebraska.

Elder Philip o. Boyer sends this re-
port from Omaha. Neb., May a.
The Nebraska Elders and Saints met
In conference In the X p. hall, on
Gath and Charles street, April 10, 20
and "a.
Elders Joseph A. McRae, president Of
tho Colorado mission, and Asahel
Woodruff, president Of the Northern
States mission were present
Services were held Sunday at 2 and
$50 p, m. The meetings We're wen
attended and several topics Of the Cos
pei were discussed.
Monday at 10 a. m, Priesthood meet
Ing was held and instructions were CIV
On By Elders 7. A. McRae and Asahel
Woodruff on the duties of missionaries.
At p. tn the time was occupied in
testimony. An excellent spirit pre-
vailed
Tuesday az a. m. the Elders met
In Priesthood meeting. After receiv~
Ing further Instructions regarding their
labors, the Elders were assigned their
companions and fields OF labor.
Good interest Is being taken in
spreading the Gospel, and excellent
health prevails among the Elders.
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are prospecting. Under the efficient adj
minlstration Of Elder Woolley the land
presents changed appearance. Every
available space is being planted 70 cane
In the temporal labor the Elders are
enabled to give the native people some
practical lessons in industry and the
nobility OF labor, such as characterize
the Lstter-day Saints In every COM
munity,
The following are the appointments
for the ensuing year:
Samuel H. Woolley president Of Ha-
waiian mission and manager Of Lale
plantation. :. ]. Lunt Asst manager
OF plantations David Z. Dibble, time
keeper. Edwin c. Dibble, bookkeeper
and clerk OF mission; A. Z. Musser.
storekeeper y. /. Miner school teach
er; Rachel r. WoOlley assistant school
teacher William y, Davis engineer
and mechanic; Rachel u, WOolley, SUI
perlntendent Of domestic affairs Han
nah A. DAVIS, Florence J, Lunt, Nellie
G. Cowan, JAMIE $, Dibble, Sarah a.
Hatch and Mary n, Burt assistants In
domestic affairs.
To travel IN the different conferences
Honolulu conference, David II. Madison,
president; o. II Bybee Abraham Fer
nandez Kauai conference Angus
Smedley, president Ira s Hatch
West Maui conference, David john
son. president Hans Johnson.
East Maui conference, VIM, NJ. Wad-
doups, president Peter B. Cowan.
South Hawaii conference, Charles c.
Smith, president A. ]. Bell.
HilO and North Hawaii conferences,
George A. Davis, president w Wallace
Burt Lewis $. Farrell, Wilford j, Sells,
Edward Lougy.
oahu conference, A. r. Musser
Elder Barr w Musser viii labor or
the plantation books for the present and
receive another appointment later
Elder Joseph Il. Story and Sister An
ME Madison are honOrably released to
return home. Elder Francis J, Silver Is
transferred to the California mission.
The Spirit OF the Lord was poured out
upon the people during the entire con-
ference The instructions were timely
aud pointed the burden OF which was;
Get the Spirit of the Lord and do the
work required by the Gospel
During a series Of meetings held nj
our mission home, Brother Woolley
gave some excellent advice to the FL
ders in regard to the power OF good oX-
amples among the people, and the deyo-
tion to duty and humility that should
characterize an Elder preaching the
Gospel among the nations Of the world
We feel that the work OF the Lord is
growing and that the Gospel has done
aud Is doing much toward the redemp-
ton Of this branch Of the house Of Is
rael
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stance lntruded itself. The audiences
We're always respectful and attentive.
We know that the Elders and Saints
have been benefited and strengthened,
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Albuquerque weekly citizen. (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1891-19??, 1903-04-25
New Depot at Ration.

Now that the improvements at the
Santa Fe depot at Topeka are nearing
completion w r. Carter, the contrac.
tor who has had charge of the work,
beginning to make preparations to
leave for Ration, n. NJ, where he has
the contract to erect a combination
depot and hotel for the Santa Fe. Mr..
Carter is doing a good deal of work for
the Santa Fe. Besides the improve.
ments at the depot in Topeka, he has
charge OF the erecting OF the new depot
at Chanute, Kan, and at several other
towns on the Santa Fe. The depot at
Chanute is finished all but the roof,
which was delayed by the condemning
of the first shipment OF slate VIVA
which the depot was to he rooted The
men are now waiting for a new sup.
ply. The depot that Mr. Garter is to
erect for the Santa Fe at Ration Is to
he built OF concrete.