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The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
And It Came To Pass While He Blessed Them, He Was Parted From Them, And Carried Up Into Heauen. ."--Luke xxiu:51.

broadcasted as is religion, the new invention for spreading the gospel will work many a change in preach- ing style and in religious attitudes. Such predictions are based on the fact that thousands of people in America have never heard a sermon by any other than preacher of their own sect, and that now people Cf this sort are hearing sermons by the ra- diophone from other points Of view
 and thus distinct contribution is made to the realization of the fel- lowship of the church universal. The point is also made that, with the broadcasting of sermons from such noted preachers as Dr. F'osdiek, Dr.. Hugh Black and Dr. Shannon, minis ters over the country feel keenly the competition of prea ching by the side of the nations greatest pulpitcers. The ministers themselves are not unanimous in their approval of Sun day sermLn broadcasting. The pastor of the rural church in Mineral, IL, takes the position that the broad casting of sermons by city ministers is interfering with the work of the rural church, since people on the way to church stop and sit, in on radio party" On the other hand, the Rev. Edwin Wyle Is thoroughly sold" on the idea Cf radio sermons since broadcasting one of his ser mons from Davenport, Ia. MT. Wyle reports as a result the receipt of 4S7 letters, 52 postal cards, telegrams and 2S phone calls. One letter came from Porto Rico and another from the Hudson Bay territcry Wilbur Glenn Voliva, the leader of Zion City, is so impressed with the new inven- tion that he will erect his own broad casting station at cost of 20,00O.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
1 METHODIST CHOIR TO
 GIVE SPECIAL NUMBER
Unusual Exercise Announced For
 Easter Sunday

In observance of Easter a most un- usual musical program will be rem dered by the choir of the First Meth odist church Easter at both services. The program as announced by J. D. McGill, choir master. is as follows;
 Morning worship, II a. m.. organ prelude, Festival PreIude,' Buck hymn No. 156, Christ the Lord Is Risen Today" Stainer; prayer; am them. Christ. Our Passover" double quartet), Schilling; announcements; scripture reading offertory solo. "Hosanna" c. D. McGilD, Granier sermon; hymn No. 16S, "I Know That My Redeemer Lives" Burney; bene- diction; organ postlude, "Hosanna," :" Wach.
 Evening worship, 7:30 D. m.-Note: musical program begins at 7:10-Or- gan prelude, Onward Christian Sol- diers" Transcription Buck; .Medi- tatfon." Flagler: song service, led by J. D. McGill and the revival chorus prayer; anthem, Awake! Awake!" (reviyal chorus) Sweeney; announce ments; scripture reading. Christ Arosen (revival chorus) Lowry; ser mon; hymn No. 291, There Is a Foun- tatR." Mason; benediction; organ postlude. 70 Come To My Heart, Lord Jesus" Matthews.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
M [ I H ODI ISIS IF WEST END BUILD NE W STRUCTURE
Edifice Will Be Credit to Bir- mingham When It Is
 Completed

Work of completing the West End Methodist church is under way, and the congregation is rejoicing iu the prospect of wofshiping in the new building by the first of September When completed this will be one of the greatest church cdifices in Bir- sningham.
 The first unit was completed about
 fight years ago, but the rapid growth
 f the congregation and community fhade it apparent that the plan be-
 un would not be adequate to the
 geds. A new plan was drawn to in the part already built and to give ample room for future devcl- opment
 frhe Sunday school part of this new plfin is now practically complete, due to the heroic work of the people.
 kSp the auditorium has been built uD
 fhe level of the first floor. Work ss now proceeding on the auditorium. The auditorium will be large, well li9hted ana well ventilated, beautiful jn appearance and capable of seating Il 600 persons
 What has been done already has heeli paid for by the membership with but small outside help. They ' are now engaged in an effort to raise i |an additional S5.000 and will then fi- 5nance the completion by loan. This |congregation deserves all praise for } the heroic work that has been done and the spirit that prevails. The church will be not only credit to West End. but will be an addition to the architectural beauty of Birming ham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
JOIN THE CHURCH OR QUIT
 PREACHING IN ITS PULPIT

The Harlem (New York) Presby- terian church recently passed reso- lutions which will be presented at the next regular meeting of the presbytery, requesting that body to take such steps as are necessary to compel pr. Harry Fosdick, the Bap- tist minister who occupies the pull pit of the First Presbyterian church of New York, either to take upon himself the obligations which all reg ularly ordained ministers of the Presbyterian church assume" or else to end the relations existing between him and the First church. The reso- lutions were signed by every member of the church. and state while there is no personal animus in the pre- lsentation that the session feels that it is time for the presbytery "to take cognizance of doctrinal and govern mental irregularities in q sister church" It will be recalled that when Dr. Fosdicll was called to the First church he said that he believed that he could better proclaim the es- sential unity underlying the two bodies by preaching as Baptist in a Presbyterian pulpit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
WHAT CHURCH PEOPLE. ARE SAYING AND DOING.
Ky DH. GEORGE STANLEY FRAZER HENRY FORD'S RELIGION.

MT. Fords unique position in Amer
 jean industrial dnd political life has made every side of his nature sub ject of popular interest. There are some who regard him as a rank ma terialist, while perhaps greater number have concluded that he is a humble and devout follower of the Man of Calico. Some are fairly con vinced that his strenuous industrial course has made of him mere ma chine, and that in the place where his keart should be q motor has been in- stalled. Recently the Rev. w. l.. Stidger had an interview with Mr. Ford on the subject of religion. In the course of the conversation the question was bluntly put to Mir. Ford: Just what is Your religton?' DelIb- erately measuring every word, Mr. Ford replied: Its like electricity, l do not understand electricity ] want to know all l can about it. I see it's results in that electric light there. see 1t turn the wheels of commerce. know that 1t lights up the dark paths. l know that it warns us and makes the world better. l see it's re suits even though l do not understand it. That is about the way l fecI about religion" In reply to direct question he answered "Yes. 1 believe in God and in Jesus Christi Mir. Ford's testimonial to the civilizing influence of the missionaries will be of general interest; "The mission aries are pioneers in new countries. Take the orient, where we send our carst The missionaries make this commerce possible. They make the first paths and trails. We follow with cars and commerce." Announce 1nent has been made that Mr. Ford is soon to build a great church struc- ture as a memorial to his parents. It will be equipped with every modern idea in church building, and will be turned over to the Methodists to run on a seven-day-a- week basis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
SERMONS WOULDN'T RAISE
 RIPPLE IN WESTMINSTER

Tie Rt. Hon. c. F. G. Mastorman, in an article in the Churchman (New York; on "Heresy and Heresy Hunts" refers to the celebrated con troVersy between pr. Percy Stiokney Grant and Bishop ManningAhs feature
 in bold headlines and lengthy news accC unts in American newspapers. The English clergyman admires Dr.
 Grants sermon for their eloquence and humor and suggestive power, but apparently is not impressed with the preacher as "precise theologian" MT. Masterman says: "Dr. Grants sermons would not raise ripple in England even if delivered in St Pauls cathedral or Westminster abbey In fact, sermons of a character far more disturbing to those who still main tain the old pro testant faith are de- livered in St. Pauls cathedral by the dean, who is regarded here as prob ably one of the most brilliant writers in England. and in the abbey, by Canon Barnes. who is universally ad- mired for his honesty and ability. No one has suggested that these men should be elected from their present positions on the ground of heresy."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
JOuRNALISTS NOW HAVE A PATRON-SAINT

Announcement has been made that the pope has nominated St. Francis de Sales to be the patron saint Of journalists. In Saint Beuve's essay on St. Francis we find q description of a saint in fact--a man of radiant personality, unconquerable optimism generous and gentle, a master of a charming style in writing. The edi- tor of the Christian Century remarks: If journalists cared much for a patron saint they could not ask for a better one than St Francis de Sales. Surely journalists of all men need a saint, not because they are unlike other men but because they see the neither side of human things, and their faith is often sorely tried, If St. Francis can teach us gentler habit of heart, more pity and laugh ter, he will be a blessing in Fleet street and Times Square and South Dearborn street"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
CAN < CHRISTIAN
 STAY ON THE STAGE

Since the report of the eonversa- ton of Fred Stone, one of the most popular actors on the American stage, an interesting discussion has been going ~ on in some circles as to whether or not a person can stay on the stage and remain a Christian Some cannot see how a Christian can go on with the stage" The state ment of the Rev. Jesse Bogue, pastor of Methodist church in Indianapolis, is of special interest in this connec- tion: Here's to Fred Stone! Come to Indianapolis and there will be one preacher present to hear you al least. I'll laugh at your wholesome fun, for God made me to laugh. Then you come to ehl> eh. welcome will oe written for you with purple letters a foot high where you will have a chance 10 worship God And if you want to hear a sermon, well try to preach you one that will give you hope and courage"
 A report comes from Sioux Rails, s. D.. of the baptism and confirma tion of four sisters, members of a dancing troupe known as the Eddy Sisters, appearing in vaudeville at the Orpheum theatre. The story sur rounding the event is full of human interest. While on his way to Sioux Falls. Bishop w. Blair Roberts occu- pied a seat in the smoker with Steve O'Neill, an actor, who was on ilis way for a turn at the Orpheum. The ac- tor and the bishop became ae- quainted. O'Neill told Bishop Rob erts that there were four girls on. the train, members of a dancing troupe, who never passed a Sunday without attending an Episcopal church serv- ice, and that they were in such dead earnest about it that sometimes they risked missing a train in order to be in church onsa Sunday morning. The bishop expressed a desire to meet the girls, and having done so he talked with them about religion and the church, with the result that arrange ments were made for the baptism and confirmation sof the sisters. The members of Calvary Cathedral parish were deeply impressed with the re- ligious earnestness of the girls, and gave them cordial welcome into the church.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
ITCHING ECZEMA
 DRIED RIGHT UP
 WITH SULPHUR

Any breaking out of the skin, even fiery, itching eczema, can be quickly overcome by applying little Men tho-Sulphur, says a noted skin spec ialist. Because of its germ destroy ing properties. this sulphur prepara- tion instantly brings ease from skin irritation, soothes and heals the eczema right up and leaves the skin clear and smooth.
 It seldom fails to relieve the eor- ment and disfigurement. Sufferers from skin trouble should get little jar of Rowles Mentho- Sulphur from any good druggist and use it like a cold cream.-Adv-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
FEDERAL COUNCIL SPEAKS
 ON INTERNATIONAL PROBLEMS

Editors Of leading reHSlohs Jour nals are voicing their approval Of the action of the Federal Council of the Churches of Christ in publish ing Declaration Concerning Americas s International Obligations The "Declaration" asserts that it voices the moral judgment of an over whelming majority of Christian peo- pie, and condemns the present Ameri- can policy of isolation. It seeks the assembling of another international conference in which America Is to take the initiative by making what ever concessions, financial and other wise. may be necessary to restore an ordered international life. It calls upon the government to protest against any settlement of the Near Eastern problem which places com mercial advantage above human rights.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
BOY SCOUT MOVEMENT
 IN CATHOLIC CHURCH

The Roman Catholic church has been commended for it's aggressive ness in recognizing the value of or ganizations for the training of it's youth and it's readiness to adopt new methods or improve on old ones. The Catholic Boys Brigade is move ment that is described as giving to the boys "all that any other organiza- tion of a secular nature provides, and more besides" It provides religious instruction and pledges loyalty to the flag and to the Catholic church. Ac cording to the Catholic World, There has existed in France since July, 1920, the Federation des Scouts de France an organization of scouts which, while thoroughly Catholic and thoroughly French, is yet perfect embodiment of the scout spirit and system"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
SPECIAL SERVICE
Mizpah Bible CIasS Plans Feature
 Program

The members of the Mizpah Bible class of the First Baptist church Sun day school are nlannihg an elaborate service for Sunday morning, when appropriate Easter selections will be rendered.
 The lesson for the day will be taken from Luke 2413-31, and an open discussion will be held with Mrs. Epsy. teacher, in charge. Following the lesson, an Easter solo will be rem dered by Mrs w. R. Chambers, and several other interesting numbers Will appear on the musical program.
 The Mizpah Bible class is an en- thusiastic one and during the past has done a splendid religious work. The public is cordially invited to share the beautiful Easter service with them, as well as to come out and join this worthwhile organiza- tiou.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
Special Musical Program Is An-
 nOunced For Sunday

The Easter musical program at the Highlands Methodist church will be unusually beautiful Sunday when ola D. Allen, ehoirmaster and organist, with the quartet composed of Mrs. J. J. strickland. soprano; Mrs. P. J. smith. contralto; Owen Gillespy. ten or. and Thomas f Durham, bass, win render the following program:
 Morning. II o'clock; Festival Te Deum in B flat Samuel r. War ren); Christ the Lord Is Risen To- day" CHenry P. Wilson,; King All Glorious" (Bamby-Squires) Fill the Fount With Roses" co. W. War rem. Evening. 7:30 o'clock: God Hath Appointed Day" (Bart thold Tours); Christ the Lord Is Risen Today (Harry Rowe Shelley1; II VIII Mention the Loving Kindnesses" (Arthur Sufliyan1
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
MODERN GIRL NOT
 SO RAD

Mrs. Robert E. Speer, president of the national board of the Y. w. C., A., in a recent interview in which she discussed the modern girl in con trast with the girls of earlier years. said that the modern American girl is without parallel, that she is not only more healthy and more sen sibly dressed but she is able to take part in all sorts of vigorous things which literally would have appalled, her grandmother She is far less nervous than her feminine forbears and infinitely better informed" Mrs. Speer also said that she believed stan dards are higher today for both sexes than ever before.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
HIGHLANDS METHODIST
Large Class VIII He Received In
 Membership

Sunday morning at the Highlands Methodist church the Easter services will be augmented by the reception into membership into the church of a large class by the pastor Dr. ". R. Hendrix. The class was prepared for membership by Dr. Hendrix and many children are included in the number.
 The reception of the class into membership will precede the regular Easter service. when Dr. Hendrix will have as his theme, The Power of His Resurrection" and in the evening at 7:39 o'clock his sermon subject will be Some Easter Stories"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
Doctor MacSporrnn Will Preach Easter Sermon

Easter Sermon
 The Victorious Prince and Sa- vior,' will be the subject of Dr. John A. MacSporran's sermon Sunday morning at Il o'clock, when he will fill his pulpit at the First Rresbyte- rian church.
 This will be Dr. MacSporran's last Easter service in Birmingham, and on Sunday, April 8, the last quarterly communion of his ministry will be observed.
 The church year will close next week and according to the various organizations of the "O1d First" 1t has been their banner year for work accomplished and money raised for various causes.
 pr. MacSnorran, who resigned as minister of this church several years ago, expects to leave the latter part of April for Orange, N J., where he has accepted a call
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
SIMPSON METHODIST
Rev. CayaIeri Will Deliver Easter
 Sermon Sunday

T Am Alive Forever More," will be the subject of Rev. F. E. cavaleri's Easter sermon Sunday evening at 7:30 when he fills his pulpit at the simpson Methodist church. At the II o'clock hour the subject will be "Rabboni."
 The Easter revival which has been in session during the past two weeks will come to close Sunday night, at which time a number of persons will unite with this church. The service, it was stated, has proven d great blessing to many members of this congregatioa
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01

own. may she have sons like these from age to age" It was erected by the Association of Graduates of the various states of the Union. and takes rank as a memorial of na- tional importance The subject of the window is the Apocalypse. The designs are executed of choicest inn ported glass, many pieces of which were collected with great care from various parts of Europe. AS many as 400 pieces of glass occupy single foot of space
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
DIR. MILLS ITO PREACH

Announcement has been made that Dr. J. L. Mills will deliver the East CT sermon at the Methodist Protes- tant church Sunday morning at Il a. m, while the Sunday school cons gregation will hold their Easter ser vice at 7:45 D. m, with Rev. J. $. Eddins. pastor of the church, in ,harge. The public is invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
WEST END METHODIST
Rev. Henry stevenson Will Adminis-
 ter Sacrament

Rev Henry M. Stevenson, pastor of the West End Methodist church, will fill his pulpit Sunday morning at the Il o'clock hour. Following a brief sermon the reception of members and the sacrament of the Lords Supper will be observed. Special Easter music will be rendered by the choir.
 At the evening hour, 7:30 o'clock "The Resurrection Story a cantata will be rendered by the choir, and cordial Invitation is extended to the public to attend these services
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
MEMORIAL IN WEST POINT
 CHApEV, TO WAR HEROES

A magnificent memorial Window, suggestive in detail and color of the windows of the old mediaevalt cathe- drals. has just been completed. in the military chapel at West Point. It bears the inscription: ITO our grad uates who died in the World war, proudly their Alma Mater claims her
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
EASTER SINGING
Usual Program Will Re Given At
 Pine Grove

USunI PrOKrum VIII Be IFIVen lAT
 Pine Grove
 The regular Easter singings which have been the custom at the Pine Grove church for the past 20 years, will be held Sunday. April 1. at Gen. ter Point church on account of the Pine Grove church having been de- stroyed by fire recently. Center Point church is located between Huffman and Pinson.
 The services will begin promptly at 10 o'clock and 1t Is hoped that all low CTS of music will be present at this time. It is understood that the Pine Grove church will be rebuilt within short time and that Easter services for 1924 will be held in new build- ing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
SAVE POSTAGE STAMPS
Stamp Business Of Germany Set
 New Record

BERLIN. March 31.-One of the most popular forms of investment for Germans anxious to guard against depreciations of the mark has been the collection of postage stamps. Large sums have already been spent in this way by the well-to-do, and the stamp business in Germany has made new records.
 The German government has estab- lished an official department known as the dispatching department for stamp collectors, which supplies stamps to subscribers as soon as they are issued and attempts to re- vive as many of the old issues as possible ferssale purposes.
 Net and varohs types of lace mak- ing have been practiced from an tiquity, but the processes of crochet ing and knitting by hand originated in Scotland, it is believed in the fif- teenth century.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
M METHODISM LOSES HER
 FOREMOST EXECUTIVE

In the death of Chancellor James R. Day. who until last June was the head of Syracuse university, Meth odism has suffered the loss of one who was regarded by many as the leading university executive of the denomination. When Dr. Day as sumed the chancellorship in 1894 Syracuse was young and struggling school with only 750 stxdents and five buildings. At the close of his administration it had 6400 students. a score of buildings, and property value of seven and half million dollars. 1t is said that no Methodist institution in the world ever had so many large benefactions from so many individuals as came to Sy- racuse university in the 2S years of pr. Days administration. In 1904 Dr. Day was elected bishop by an overwhelming majority, but declined the office in order that he might continue in the work of education. Copyright 1923 for The Age Herald)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01

Orange blossoms dipped in a solu- ton which makes it possible to ship them 10 waiting brides all over the country, brings an income to one woman in the west, in the busy season. of $50 a day t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01
RADIO TO WORK CHANGE IN
 PREACHERS AND HEARERS

Many of the leaders in religious life predict that with the significant fact that no single theme is. SC much
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-04-01

Eggs that have been packed in water glass will boil without break ing if the shell is carefully pierced with a strong needle, it is claimed.