The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-05-26

that idol or ideal which he has in his heart. When he strays away from tne hath of rectitude. his idol has been or clay. If, on the other hand. he tres to scale the shining heights. his ef- forts are due to high ideals.
 Our fri snd lived under the inrluence of higher ideals" said the speaker sand never more so than in his rela- tions with the Ministers Union. For the ministers of the city, I can say am glad he came this way. We are better men, stronger and more lovlns men by virtue of the commission which we held with him in common
 pr. stakely bore testimony to the Christian character of the dead pas tor.
 "He was a Christian man and al- ways A gentleman. In the relations of life. he was always observant of the amenities. The virtues which adorned his life are pleasant He was A strong denominattonalist. but strong enough to recognize the good in oth- CTS, and he loved dearly those Chris tlan principles which are common to all denominations"
 Remarks of pr. Anderson.
 It was with regard to the relations of Dr. Patterson with the Presbyterl- ans of Montgomery that pr. Neal L. Anderson spoke of his friend an CO., worker. Referring to the remarks that had been made before him, Dr.. Anderson said
 If such words come from the hearts Of those who knew our brother Tn the larger relation of life, in the broader walks, If such expressions come from those who touched him now and Athen in the larger Presbyterian body, who can speak of the hearts of those of us who were closest to him. of these who knew him, not in the broad catho- Iicity of Christian interests, not Tn presbyterian relations, but for those upon whose hearts he had personal hold?
 T dare not trust myself" said Dr. Anderson, with unsteady voice. "to at tempt to express my own sorrow my own appreciation of the brother who Christ has taken to Himself. But must say that betwen his heart ana mine there was not cloud. Defer- ential to others, he was tender. loving to his colleague in the Central Pres byterlan Church.
 "As I have thought of his life. as I've endeavored to choose some thought which I might express to you today. which is characterlstic of his whole life in relation to Presbyte- rianism in Montgomery, might say that his whole ambition was to extend the strength of the church in the com munity, and in this ambition he fol- lowed the image of Christ. He longed for the extension of Christs kingdom in our territory. Almost his last words were in the interest of home missions
 And If all the Presbyterians in the city today can catch some of hls spirit, we can do more for the cause than even he could ever dream of doing for us. If we could give our hearts. our time and our wills. as he so grandly gave his. the Kingdom of God In this city would be greatly increased"
 Dr. Anderson spoke of the faithful friendship of the dead pastor to those in his charge. He referred to the last address of Dr. Patterson at Flu faula the night before he was taken
 "Oh. may we stand for the things" he concluded, flor which Brother Pat terson stood. May we put our souls into the work which he sought to advance. May we strive to advance Pregbyterianism, and may we so live tbat at the end he will welcome us into the Kingdom where he now Is and will be forever more"
 pr. Foster Speaks.
 Rev. Sterling J. Foster, in short ana s,n,nle phrase spoke feelingly of pr. Patterson as a friend. During twen- tv wears, he said, he had known Dr. Patterson. He had watched his course from the beginning of his career to the end. .,-,,
 He gave life full of good service ha said. and he gave of his heart without stunt anu
 he loved ,....,
 AS illustrative of the thoughtfulness and love of the dead pastor for his congregation pr. Foster quoted mes ssge pr. Patterson had given him on his deathbed. T don't know what inc result is going to be. but l want YOU to say to my people that I desire to express my appreciation or all they have done for me.
 Dr Foster. You know how even the smallest drew hls sympathy. You knou how rich he was in all that make
 The benediction to the service was Dronounced by Rev. R. c. Gilmore. of Bessemer.
 reached the graveside in oakwood the neonle found a number of friends of inc dead man who had preceded them to inc spot. Gathered about the grave, tbav listened with reverence while the hnriaI service was read by pr. Foster. As the choir sang Asleep In Jesus." tbe casket, bearing the remains of the iovea minister was lowered Into the
 Elowers. the outpouring of loving hearts. were heaped high upon the grave The mourning friends sadly started upon the return tourney to tba citv. As the party left the spot. coId rain which had been falling slow lv durinE the rites at the graveside. increased in volume and fell pitless- ly upon their pata'