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THE CHURCH AND SOCIAL
SERVICE.
Ir Is sometimes charged spinet the Church that she is
not sufficiently alive to the social conditions and necessities of the community, that the is too mach concerned about her own inner life—of creed, ritual, polity—
and not sufficiently oonoerned about the great social
problems which no urgently confront the attention of
men to-day. It is said that she is too narrow in her
outlook, too self-centred in her aims, and largely oblivious of the great pressing life of humanity which is
external to her immediate interests. In a word, that
she is too much taken 'up with speculations anent another world and not suffioiently alert to the social difficulties of the world in which we now live. How far is
this a correct indictment? That there is a modicum
of truth in it few will deny. Self -oentredness is unfortunately a weakness common to our humanity, and
the influence of religion has not yet oompassed its destraotion. It is pcesible that the thought and sotivity
of the Church may have gathered too exclusively around
what she apprehended to be her peculiar religious interests and functions. Perhaps, she is not as evidently
and as deeply interested in the great eooial problems of
the age with their intense and cruel pressure on great
masses of the people as she might and ought to be.
There may be at times more of the cloister than the
hearth in her purview. But conceding this, there still
remains much evidence that the indictment is not
wholly true.
Both directly and indirectly the Church it contributing much towards the solution of the social problem,
and is exercising a multitude of beneficent social ministries. This is admittedly an age of great social philanthropies and movements for the amelioration of the
conditions of the poorest classes of the community.
The humane and kindly spirit of tho ago is essentially
the Christian spirit and the product of Christian teaching and influence. The Church and what she stands
for are really behind all modern philanthropic movements. The Church has created the atmosphere in
which alone these things could find life and expression.
In the main, Christian men organise, direct, and enthuse
these practical philanthropies, so that indirectly the
Church in diversified ways is doing much for social
betterment. But, in addition, the Church, through the
medium of her various sections, is directly doing much
in the interests of Social Reform, and especially in
seeking to relieve the painful conditions of the poor.
There are but few churches which are not seeking
intelligently and sympathetically to understand urgent
social problems and to exercise all possible influence in
the alleviation of distress. In this direction many
Social Service Unions are doing admirable work, and
the Social Service Union of our own Church has recently
published an excellent little handbook replete with valuable information.
In direct social work the Roman Catholic Church
possesses extensive charities and a multitude of agencies
carrying on work among the poor throughout the country. The Church of England, with her Christian Social
Service Union, Toynbee Hall, Church Army, 74 cottage hospitals, 89 oonvalesoent homes. 87 homes for
homeless children, 78 orphanages, 44 penitentiaries, 69
temporary refuges for fallen women, and more than 100
labour and lodging houses, eta, is doing splendid work.
The Salvation Army with its farm colonies, labour humane, night &ellen, rescue work, provision for poor
and needy, eta., is engaged in the same task. The
Church of Scotland possums a fine equipment of social
inetitutione. The Congregationalists with their institutional Churches and well-equipped settlements; the
Wesleyan with their Social Service Union and great
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town missions ; and our own Church, with its typical
social work in Whitechapel and S.E. London, are all
labouring, and most successfully, for the same ends.
Thus the Church, through thousands of nigh purely
social agencies, is doing a great and beneficial work in
feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, housing the
houseless, and ameliorating the conditions of the needy
in general. Withdraw the direct social service of the
churches from the life of the community and hundreds
of thousands of poor and unfortunate creatures must
inevitably perish by the way. That the Church is
wholly indifferent to the claims of the poor cannot be
truthfully said, and she certainly does not deserve the
severe indictment which is sometimes made against
her. That the Church is under an imperative obligation to seek the social betterment of the people is indisputable. While in one sense her founder was not a
social reformer, yet in another sense he was the greatest of all social reformers. He enunciated principles
which lies at the root of all real social progress and
which apply to all phases of human life and relations.
He uttered his warning to the rich and the oppressor,
and He declared His sympathy with the poor and unfortunate. He went through the villages of His day
healing the sick and ministering to the needy. His
ideal is a kingdom in which poverty and oppression
shall find no plane, and in which social righteousness,
purity, and philanthropy shall abound. No church
loyal to the ideals of her founder can be indifferent to
the social evils of the times. No individual Christian,
standing utterly aloof therefrom, is true to the cardinal
principles of his religion. We are bound by all the
sanctions and verities of our common Christian faith
to be s Jcial reformers seeking a more righteous and
fraternal order of human society.
At the same time it should be remembered that
there are limitations to the Church's obligation in this
class of work. It is possible to expect too much from
her. She cannot do everything. There is a limitation
to her capacity and she represents but one section of
the community. The Church cannot undertake the
solution of all social problems nor yet do all the philanthropic work necessary. There are aspects of social
betterment which belong primarily to the State and to
citizens in general. This is not always realized by
those who criticise her work. The Church cannot do
the work of the State and it is not reasonable to expect
her to bear the whole burden of philanthropy. There
is a limitation to her mission which is specifically to
preach the gospel of salvation to every creature. Her
supreme aim is personal regeneration and consequent
social regeneration. It has been said that ' within the
better social order lies the better man.' Hence, to the
Church the secret of social redemption lies along the
line of personal and spiritual redemption. She works
from the inner to the outer, from the centre to the circumference, from the one to the many, from the spirit.
nal to the social. Her function is to create a better
order of men and thus a better order of society. She
is the moral light and spiritual salt of the world for
the illaminating and sweetening of human life everywhere. The Church has always stood for the highest
type of humanity and which it is the whole trend
of her teaching to produce. Her work is often frustrated by the wickedness of the world to which many
of her failures are chargeable. In sympathy with the
distressed and downtrodden she has ever sought to
lighten their burden and this Christly task she still
pursues in the spirit of Her Master. When the outcry
is raised, ' What is the Church doing for the masses of
the poor and socially ill-conditioned in the land' there
is an answer which there need be no hesitancy in
giving. It would be interesting to enquire how much
is being done for them outside the circle of direct or
indirect Christian teaching and influence.
Yet, irrespective of unsympathetic criticism the
Church must respond to the pathetic cry of the indigent masses. There must be no doubt about her sympathy with those who are held in bondage by adverse
social conditions. The great ethic's of her evangel
must be proclaimed fully and fearlessly. In the name
of a common brotherhood, righteousness and love must
be enforced upon all classes and in all relations of life.
Behind social and economic reforms must be the passion that seeks complete human redemption. Sir John
Fiske declares that the next stage in human evolution
will show a great advance in altruism and sympathy.
In the declaration of a full-orbed gospel, and with
hands outstretched to help, the Church must lead in
this upward trend towards a higher and diviner type
of life. Dr. Peaks affirms that a non-moral Christianity is a contradiction in terms. The same may be
affirmed of a non-social gospel. Our evangel is that of
human salvation in the fullest and most comprehensive sense of the word. It must not be maimed and
mutilated, cribbed and confined, but equal to the salvation of the entire man and every aspect and condition of his life and work. It must be a gospel to restrain the wayward, encourage the penitent, comfort
the sorrowful, and give hope not merely to the dying
but the living also. The spiritual alchemy of such a
message can transmute the basest human metal into
the purest gold of holy character and godly living.
When Jesus saw the masses of His day, be was moved
with compassion towards them. His Church must
catch the same spirit, then she will be characterised by
the same passion for their well-being, and wield the
same beautiful influence over their lives.
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Christmas or Plum Pudding.
DECEMBER 2, 1909
God and the Crisis.
By Rev. John Bradbury.
Through storm and sun the age draws on
When heaven and earth shalt meet,
For the Lord has said that glorious
He will make the place of His feet.
And the grass may die on the summer hills,
The flower fade by the river,
But our God is the same through endless years,
And His word shall stand for ever.
What of the night, 0 watchman
Set to mark the dawn of day?'
' The wind blows fair from the morning star,
And the shadows flee away,
Dark are the vales, but the mountains glow
As the light its splendour flings,
And the Sun of Righteousness comes up
With healing in His wings.'
Shine on, shine on, 0 blessed Sun,
Through all the round of heaven,
Till the darkest vale and the farthest isle
Full to Thy light are given,
Till the desert and the wilderness
As Sharon's plain shall be,
And the love of the Lord shall fill the earth
As the waters fill the sea.'
MEDITATION.
' They ook not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the
Lord I Yet He also is wise 1'—Isaiah rial. 1.2.
WE are in the throes of a fateful crisis, fateful to the kingdom
of evil, and to the kingdom of good. The eyes of the world
are open to the fact that a decisive battle is being fought in
a lingering war against feudalism, Bacchus, and mammon.
One age is passing away, another age is about to be ushered in.
Tremendous forces are in battle array, and loud is the clamour
of contending voices. Some are crying that victory comes to
big battalions; that on a people who would be free, shall be
pat new chains; and that thrones that are hoary are invincible.
Others talk about the plans of the king, the madness of the
peers, or the reserves of the Commons, and men everywhere
are judging the omens of the fray. But who among us see in
the midst of the actors and forces at work one like unto the
Son of God I
The treaty with Egypt is to Judah the veritable triumph of
worldly wiedom. Yet He also is wise I The Syrians muster
at Dothan, until they are an exceeding great host. Behold,
the mountain is fall of horses and chariots of fire round
about Elisha I The enemies of a people's Commonwealth have
their ' well-considered calculations.' There is one fact they
seem to have omitted. GOD I Men appear to be acting as if
they were the arbitors of destiny. But who shall stand when
He appeareth I If I make my bed in hell Thou art there I God
is about to put His Autograph on the events of the hour.
In this crisis are first and clear duties for the man of God.
One is, Recognition of God. What are events but God at
work? Let us not miss Him if He put on strange disguise.
He often enters a cloud. He puts on the robe of a servant.
He likens His Kingdom unto a national crisis. What if His
crown is in His cross I The movements and men that seem
the conquering foes of right are but instruments in the hand
of a fashioning God. Thou makeet the wrath of men to
praise Thee I God said to Cyrus, Thou art My battleaze;'
to Nebuchadnezzar, ' Thou art My servant I' Babylon bath
been a golden cup in the Lord's hand I' The Church with
constancy and intensity should appeal to God. There is heard
a demand that the unusual events of the hour justify an unusual appeal to King Edward. Barely in this crisis the man
of God should make an unusual appeal to the King of Kings.
The prophets have told us haunting stories of God's interpositions.
The angel of death spread hie wings on the blast,
And breathed on the face of the foe as he paas'd:
Our eyes have seen, and yet again shall see, that the Lord is
our Judge, the Lord is our Lawgiver, the Lord is our King I
He will save us. We mast bring to bear on the situation the
Might of God. The weapons of our warfare are spiritual.
The tendency of the age is to substitute law for grace, to
think more about policy than principle. But every devotee
to God should discuss and utilise the forces of God in deep
convictions, heightening ideals, broadening sympathies, and
Godlike campaigning to bring back a wandered world to the
Eternal Love.
1 packet of Cakeoma.
lb. finely chopped Suet.
A little Salt.
The grated rind of a lemon.
A grated Nutmeg.
1 or 2 tablespoonfuls Pudding Spice.
1 lb. Raisins.
1 lb. Currants.
t lb. Candied Peel cut into stripe.
4 eggs.
' Although to-day He prunes my twigs with pain,
METHOD.
Yet doth His blood nourish and warm my root;
Pat all the dry ingredients, chopped suet and fruit, together
To-morrow I shall put forth leaves again,
into a bowl and mix them well; then add the eggs (previously
And
clothe myself with fruit'
well beaten) and thoroughly but lightly mix altogether.
Divide the pudding into two basins, tie them up and pat
PRAYER.
them into BOILING water and keep them boiling for five hours.
When required for use boil for a further hours, and serve 0 Loan God, save the people 1 In the hour when the enemy
with the Sweet Sauce prepared ae follows:—
oometh upon us like a flood, lift up Tby standard against him.
Take two ounces of butter and one desert-spoonful of plain
Flour and mix them to a smooth paste, then put them into an The heritage bought for us by the blood of our fathers id in
enamel.lined saucepan together with pint of Milk and two peril. Men have laid their plans, but arise, our father's God,
or three table-spoonfuls of sugar, and any flavouring you like; and show Thyself again the Lord of the people. May our
keep stirring one way over a sharp fire, letting it boil for a eyes behold Thee and Thy mighty works. May we link the
minute or two.
events of the day with Thee Who wast, and art, and art tO
come, the Almighty. Inspire the soul of the nation. 1► s1
Next week a Sultana Pudding recipe.
men, high or lowly, become greatly conscious of Thy nearness,
our bled I
Cakeoma is sold only in 34d. packets by Grocers and Stores and read with awe Thy sovereign will, God save
everywhere.
god save the people I
DEaBMBER 2, 1909
THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
Table Talk.
Tne President of Conference, Sir William Hartley has
kindly agreed to pay a visit to Darlington circuit to help the
Contonoy movement. This circuit is having nearly all its
money to raise in the last of the three years. This has been
roomunent on the deaths and illnesses of its ministers. Since
William promised this visit the ministers and people have
bon working bard for the Centenary Fund. His presence,
together with Rev. J. Sheen on Saturday and Sunday next,
is being asalerlY anticipated. A great circuit meeting will
be held in reenbank March on Sunday afternoon. Rev. J.
Ritmo will lecture in Rise CUT church on Saturday night.
District Centenary demonstrations will be held during the
following week at Bishop Auckland and Stockton, at which
Sir William will attend. These are to be on the Monday and
Wednesday.
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Tam Rev. George H. Morrison, MA., of Glasgow, whom new
volume,' The Return of the Angelo,' has just been published,
is one of the foremost preachers and writers of Great Britain.
Be is en expert in preaching either to the University students
or to children. We ire glad to see a letter be has just written
to the Rev. John Bradbury, after reading' The Red Dwarf'
by the late H. O. H. Richardson. Mr. Morrison says:—' I
have only just got the Red Dwarf' read, and the lose, in not
knowing him sooner, has been mine. Mr. Richardson seems
to me to have had genius of heart as well Goof head, for some
of the addresses are just about as charming things for the
bairns as I have ever read. I shall not be long in pawing
them on to my own young folk in Wellington, and I know
how they will be listened to. May the book have a wide
cireolation, and may it carry the sweet and gracious spirit of
the writer into the heart of many a child.' We are pleased
to lean that the second edition of this healthy, helpful book
is having a good sale.
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Tea execrative of the National P.B.A. Brotherhood Council
have constituted a committee for the promotion of international Brotherhood, with Mr. H. Jeff. as convener. It is
made up of eleven English members and three French, and
three Belgian corresponding members. As other countries
are opened up they will also be represented by corresponding
members. Mr. Jeffs occupied time during the illness from
which he is reooveriog in compihng a National Brotherhood
Bible Reading Scheme for 1910, which the executive adopted.
It incited.. • weekly portion to be read within five days, a
fiaturday night Psalm, and a Sunday reading.
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A ways gathering is expected at the Memorial Hall. Far.
ringdon Street, on Deo. 10th, at 7.15, in connection with the
London. Council, when the Rev. A. T. Glittery will deliver an
address on ' The Land and the People,' chsclission to be opened by Alderman E. C. Rawlings, J.P. In view of recent
politiml events the debate will possess more than ordinary
interest, and a large attendance is anticipated.
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Tee sale of the Belfast minister's house has been effected.
The Missionary Committee have considered the question of
the future policy to be pursued at Belfast, and as matters
are of considerable importance the whole case has been referred to the next full meeting of the committee.
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IN taking the chair at the opening of the Portland Place
Memorial Bazaar, Lincoln, the Mayor, Coon. C. T. Parker, who
is the society steward, said that it was the church that put
him in that high civic position. For, said he, had it not been
for the work and responsibility placed in his hands by the
Church, he would never have thought of entering the City
Connell. This is another evidence of good work dome by our
Church for the social life of the people.
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Tim Missionary Committee have had under consideration
the appeal of the Bristol District for the admission of Mr. J.
Anderton, of Weston-super-Mare, into the regular ministry.
Subject to certain conditions as to probationary studies the
Missionary Committee have approved the application.
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Ma. H. JEFFS, the capable editor of the ' Christian World
Pulpit,' and oo-seoretary of our Local Preachers' Trainiog Council, has been inviting outlines of sermons from local prnaohers
for thenolumnsof his weekly journal. Among those whosentin
minim sketches were quite a number of Primitive Metbodista,
and of the five outlines adjudged to be the best, two were by
local preachers of our Churok. Of the five best Mr. 8. J.
Morris, of Sparkhill, Birmingham, was first, and Mr. W. T.
Poultney, of Wednesday, was also among the number. In
this, and in many other ways, Mr. Jelb is using his great
gifts for the improvement of the lay ministry, and is placing
the whole Church under a great obligation.
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1118. n0110178E, of Oxford circuit, has been a missionary
collector forty-two years, and has put into her own box a
shilling a week all that time. Rev. D. Sheen, in announcing
her box at the mimionary mmftg last weak, said she was
the queen of lady collectors in Oxford circuit. Her box this
Year contained £ 14e. Oxford circuit has also Its mkidcroary
collector king, Mr. 8. Smith. His box, opened • few days
ago, had in it the sum of £6.
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Ie July of lasiyear, a new church was opened in Mx=
* tote Wigan, costing £800, and although eighteen
have not elapsed, the remaining debt is only 288. This is a
wonderful achievement for a society numbering km than 20
members. When the scheme was adopted Sir William Hartproodeed 25 per cone on all debt reduction, and it was this
that stimulated one lady to leave no Mom untamed in
order to make the best of the opportuaity. Mrs. Evans and
her husband gave 2180, and influenced other members of the
Wally to subscribe £70, making £260, which meant a doesMan of over £60 from Sir William. Then Mrs. Evans commenced letter writing and personal @elle:Radom, with the result that in this short time she has collected a farther sum of
the debt as above stated. Mrs. Evans is a
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1300redncing
wYal Primitive Methodist and spares neither time, money nor
.1"alith in furthering its interests. It win a great joy to berm
receive a personal letter of congratulation from War William
when be seat his last contribution.
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Pouvypoot. circuit is enjoying mach prosperity. Both the
Rev.'. Goldthorpe and his gifted colleague, the Rev. George
W. Meadley„
sre with characteristic devotion and Initiative,
devoting themselves to the extension and
th
our came in that wealthy and populous valleTnikega
allylt is
one of the strongest circuits in our denomination, having
over 500 members, and excellent properties, and the brightest
of prospects. In Booth Wales Is a golden chance for an
aggremere programme. Many localities an ripe for the
ministry our Cherub can pee-eminently full&
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Tee Fortune's Well Sunday school, Portland, last year had
the honour of winning the Sharp' Shield for the greatest
moma in the Scholars' Scripture Examination. The school
agai n carries off the Shield. The recent nominee of the
scholars in the examinations are remarkable. They carry off
the an second, and third District prises in the Upper
Middle Division, the first and second District prime in the
Lower Middle Division, and the first and third prices and an
extra third prize In the Junior Division. In addition to the
District prises others have passed the examinations in Honours. Of the nine District prime Fortune's Well scholars
have gained seven. The scholars and teachers are to be
heartily congratulated open such highly creditable results.
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Tn. Rev. F. Pickering has expressed his desire to be relieved from the superintendency of Aliwal North. The madmena strain of the work is beginning to affect Mr. Pickering's health.
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We understand that the site for the pro
ober& at St.
Amer, in Clifton Drive, has been char
for one which Is
regarded as more eligible. The new site Is nearer the Carnegie library.
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A LAY agent has been appointed to take charge of Aberavon
Mission, where a vacancy has occurred through the lamented
death of the Rev. W. Whitham.
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Tit I Bolsovor circuit is experiencing much prosperity under
the ministry of Rev. J. 'Few.. A forward movement has
been commenced at Carr Vale, a new part of Bolsover, where
many of our members reside. The Central Hall has be taken
for tlunday overripe services. Here largeoongeegstions attend
for a bright Gospel service. Should this venture prove successful a permanent cause may be established in the near
future.
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Tee Morecambe circuit, in response to the appeal of the
Missionary Committee, has expressed its willingness to release
the Rev. Jabez Bell in order that he may return to Fernando
Po. The Missionary Ccmmittee will actively co-operate in
securing a suitable successor for the station.
THE Forest Hill circuit Ladies' Missionary Auxiliary has
recently adopted a very happy method. Once a quarter at
least, instead of the usual week-night service, a Missionary
prayer meeting is held under the auspices of the Auxiliary
and preferably under the presidency of one of the ladies.
The minister gives a short missionary address, a solo song,
and appropriate hymos are sang. Where poesible the map
of Africa which has been issued by our Idiedonary Committee,
is exhibited. The last half hour is devoted to Intercession
for our missionaries, mention being made of them by name
and any special need of the hour being emphasised. No collection is taken. The result is an interesting service, a deeper
sympathy with the missionaries, and a heightened conception
of the potency of prayer.
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Ter demand for the ' Missionary Herald ' has of late considerably increased. Many applications for this bright and
interesting monthly have been received from pawna other
than personal subscriber.. Arrangements are to be made to
meet the increased demand.
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It the financial crash that has unhappily befallen the inhabitants of Mineral Point, Wis., U.S.A., the church has unfortunately received en &Mort dlinstrous blow. The church
at Mincal Point has been the centre and main strength of
the small conference in the West. All who know the church
and the churches within the Conference area will feel a profound sorrow for the collapse, and more particularly for the
cause of it. Historic and once honoured names connected
with the church are so involved in the evade of the bank that
it may possibly involve also the total loss of church funds
and even Conference mcorities.
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IT has been decided to procure a motor launch to cost £210
for missionary work on the West Coast of Africa.
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A UNIQUE method of raising Missionary money has been
adopted by a group of little girls at Bt. Helens. Acting entirely on their own initiative they worked up a little bazaar,
doing their own advertising, sewing and begging, and mimed
the sum of £2 4s. for Africa.
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Tim idkaieeary Committee have approved of the opening
of a Dew mission at Milford in connection with the Pembroke Dock statioa, and the stationing of a probationer at
erence.
Kinmanoor at next Conf
Ova friends at Cullermats are having a great evangelistic
Weldon from November 28th to December 6th. They have
secured as the mienioaer Rev. David Hughes, of the National
Bible Institute, New York, who is on a visit to this meetly
for • twelve weeks' evangelistic campaign. The fact that
Mr. Hughes has charge of the great out door evangelistic
work in connection with the American Bible Institute may be
taken as evidence that he is an expert and powerful evangeikt.
He is a Welshman, and was converted in the famous Welsh
Revival. At the time of his oonverrion he was a soloist with
a famous Opera Company, bit at once abandoned .the 'tags,
and went to America, where he was trained in the Moody
Institute, Chicago, attaining with remarkable rapidity a front
rank position as an evangelistic leader. Mr. Hughes iis being
misted in the mission by Professor Z. Jones Burton, of
Chicago, tre soloist.
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THE. PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
' NEVER AGAIN ! '
By Rev. A. T. Guttery.
British Lords have taught our nation a lesson that it has
been slow to learn but will never have to be learned again.
The only hereditary legislative chamber in the world has filled
the nations with amazement and amusement, and has driven
thoughtful men to the conclusion that never again shall greed,
folly, and pride be allowed to pose as statesmanship in a
British Parhament.
These revolutionists do not know their business; they are
more at home in quiet villages where they can work their
petty will on poor and aged peasants or upon widows and
little children; to be forced into the open is their undoing;
for them to be known is to be ridiculed; they are at home in
ruling a groom or hunting a fox, but when it comes to chattering a Constitution, commanding a nation or hunting a Government, they mumble a clotted nonsense that intellectually is
pitiable while politically it is execrable,
The Budget debate in the Lords should be printed and circulated among the people with an appendix giving the ownings of these peers, and as far as possible the sources of their
wealth. Such a pamphlet would show their interference in
the realms of high finance to be a burlesque that will not bear
repetition. The Lords to not see the consequences of their
own deeds; they reverse the traditions of centuries, they shatter a venerable ,.'onstitution, they insult a freedom-loving people, they claim powers they do not understand, and they would
infringe upon the prerogatives of both Crown and Parliament
with a levity that is not daring or cynical, it ie desperate and
silly. Their fury, because thetmonopolies in land and liquor
are threatened, has driven them mad; their folly is as blind
as it is vicious; they have dropped all pretence in their debate
about' tacking ' and submission to the people; they talk about
the mineral taxes, the death duties, the land taxes; they even
tell us to spend more upon armaments and put our trust in
Tariff Reform as if these matters were within their province.
They act as if it were a lordly custom, when hunting is bad
or actresses are dull, to dissolve a Parliament or destroy a
Government. Their most experienced leaders warn them in
vain; they flont with laughter all high authorities both living
and dead; their laughter is not impressive for it is the rattle
of imbecility. They mock the Government and would rob
it of all power, and yet they complain and mold because it
does not save them from their folly. They are unintelligent,
flippant, irresponsible, and yet are arrogant. They belittle
England, ory down its commerce, deny its wealth, slander its
policy, and stand in panic before its alleged foes, areityet
claim to be its saviours. To call this statesmanship is to play
with words; it reduces all Government to comedy, and the
comedy will deepen into tragedy as the people see that all
this weary farce represents a studied and persistent contempt
of democracy. It may be impossible to teach these Lords
what statesmanship must be in England, for they forget nothing and they learn nothing, but they must be prevented
doing this mischief again; they must be sent back to their
castles and moors and kept in their place; they must be bidden
to get on with their play and leave the tasks of Government
to other and wiser men. This fooling must stop once for all;
its repetition will cover England with the contempt of the
civilized world. Our aristocracy must learn as our monarchs
have had to learn that democratic self-government in thin
land is an indestructible instinct and an inviolate right. The
words of Sir John Eliot, spoken in 1628, are still true, None
have gone about to break Parliaments but in the end Parliaments have broken them.'
We shall accept the challenge of these mad Mullah°, and
shall meet them in every constituency; we have no fear of
the result, but we shall claim when victory is declared that
never again shall these Lords be able to insult our democracy
and endanger our liberties. They may retain their powers of
criticism, they may denounce us as they will, they may fill
their clubs with gossip and their newspaper° with folly, but
their veto mnet disappear for ever, and never again shall it be
allowed to block up social progress and prevent the triumph
of democratic ideals. We have other foes to fight than Lords;
true, they are the first line we most attack and sweep away,
but when they are scattered, their defeatimuet be final, and we
must be free to deal with the other monopolies and tyrannies
that would make impossible the truest weal of the nation.
The General Election, which, apart from the Lords, will
come in Jaunary, will be for democracy a question of life and
death. Even though the Lords with a cowardly and late repentance, should accept the Budget, theliesue would be the lame.
We have endured for years a provocation that has become
intolerable; we will have no more of it; we seek no compromise, we will have no trace, we are resolved upon a triumph
utter and final.
Great as is our confidence in democratic victory, we are not
blind to the great forces that are ranged against us. We
face a sordid conspiracy, a plot against popular freedom
hatched in the halls and breweries of our land, a scheme by
which the rich and landed classes would protect their luxuries
and monopolies at the expense of the people's labour and
larder. It is a conspiracy that would deceive the people by
its bogus patriotism, its false promises of more employment
and higher wages; it would stab to the heart the very demooracy it professes to wish to consult; it is a conspiracy hatched
in Birmingham and worthy of Bedlam. The Lords come to
the people with corn in one hand, but with a halter behind
their back—the corn is bad and the halter shall be impossible.
This conspiracy will use the foul weapons of calumny; it will
fling broadcast the vilest slanders; even so cultured a conspirator as Mr. Balfour will make charges against Mr. Ure in
which he does not believe, and which he is too cowardly to
withdraw; but the common apologist for this conspiracy will
know no restraint; he will vilify no as acting from the most
shameful motives. Every Liberal will be a Socialist, and
every Socialist an atheist. To calumny there will be added
all the energies of political corruption; unholy wealth will do
its worst, free beer will flow in every constituency, brewers
will force shareholders and servants to subscribe to party
funds. Our hoardings will be covered with hideous appeals
to greed and ignorance. a combined attempt will be made to
debauch the nation. The press will be run by mighty syndiOUR
catee who sell principles at so much a column, and conviction, at so much a paragraph; and to this must be added the
timid fears of some of our friende, the morbid sensitiveness
of some Free Church Councils, dominated by Weeleyaniem in
some cases, who do not see chat this shameful conspiracy
seeks to destroy every national ideal for which Nonconformity
stands; and still further there ie a narrow sectionalism that in
some constituencies will risk defeat in the name of Liberalism
or Socialism rather than share the glory of defeating the
most shameful and sinful conspiracy ever designed against
our national freedom.
These are the forces we have to face, but we may be calm
and confident, for we have greater powers with us. We represent the irresistible tendency of the modern world which is towards emancipation and self-government; we have with us
the traditions and instincts of a freedom-loving people. We
have a democratic courage that shows nowhere any signs of
faltering in this crisis; we have learned the art of combination as never before. Liberalism, Labour, Nonconformity,
Temperance Reformers and Free Traders will, for the most
part, go into this conflict with unbroken front; and above all
we have the inspiration of a great cause that is humane,
national, unselfish, and anseotarian, and that must prevail
because in the long ran integrity is imperial and righteousness is regnant. We shall win, but our victory must be so
thorough that our children shall never have to fight this battle
over again.
Men of the Noon.
DECEMBER 2, 190g
THE PRESIDENT'S CAMPAIGN.
Remarkable Speeches at Stockport.
STOCKPORT is a town of many interests and great difficulty is often experienced in securing a large attendance for
a week-night gathering. But a goodly number assembled in
Ebenezer church, Stockport, on the occasion of the President's
visit, November 24th. The chairman was Alderman William Lees, J.P., whose praise is in all the Stockport churches.
Though a Congregationalist he revealed a close acquaintance
with our history and achievements, and the audience listened
with special interest to his reminiscences of Mow Cop. The
report was presented by the Rev. J. Yearaley, which showed
that the circuits in the Stockport area have assessed themselves at £6,000; that of the £250,000 required £200,000 is
now promised; and that though Manchester District had
originally proposed to raise £6,000 for connexions] purposes,
it was now hoped to increase this sum to £7,500 or £8,000.
The President's platform colleague was Mr. Thomas Lawrence, of Leicester, one of our ablest laymen. A pleasing
feature of the meeting was a group of new converts, the
fruits of a recent revival at Hazel Grove. The presence and
enthusiasm of these fresh trophies of saving grace stirred
Mr. Lawrence to a spirited vindication of old-time evangel.
ism which roused his audience to white heat. Speaking of
the temporal prosperity, the intellectual quickening, and the
civic advancement that had come to many Primitive Methodists, Mr. Lawrence said that Primitive Methodism had been
a mighty evolutionary force, for the beat way to evolute ' a
man was to get him converted. Their loyalty to the spiritual
traditions of their fathers would be tested by the success of
the Thanksgiving Fund. An impassioned tribute to the
Headship of Christ in creation and the Church, a tribute
which seemed reminiscent of Milton, or Young, brought a
magnificent oratorical triumph to an appropriate close
Sir William Hartley is beet known as a preacher of eyetematic giving whose call to preach this gospel has been attested by gifts, graces, and fruits. His lucid and businesslike account of the need
s of connexional institutions, and of
the duty of Christian liberality to the point of sacrifice, was
followed with intense interest. The audience was impressed,
but not surprised by his statement that when it was first revealed to him that he should dedicaie a definite portion of
his income to God, he had never heard a single sermon or exhortation on the duty of systematic giving. On this theme
Sir William speaks as one who has had a prophetic call, and
who bears his witness with a prophetic intensity. The President is one of the straightest hittersiin Primitive Methodism,
and those middle class Methodists whose expenditure on domestic luxury and personal adornment is ever growing, and
whose contributions to Christian service are ever stationary,
were most faithfully dealt with. Over sixty additional promisee were made and the first to be announced was the chairman's donation of £5.
New Church at. Atherton.
Mr. George Plummer.
OUR friend, whose portrait accompanies this sketch, is a
Primitive of the third generation. His grandfather was one
of the early trophies of Norfolk Primitive Methodism, and
rendered long and faithful service as a local preacher on what
is the East Dereham circuit. The father, too, was a Primitive,
sturdy, staunch, and true, and during a long lifetime was
actively engaged as a Sunday school teacher and local preacher, and as such was in great demand for open-air work, in
which he was very successful. His son, George, owes much
to his mother—a godly woman, quiet and winsome, and exercising a wholesome influence on her children. She was a
practical woman, too, and was one of the early society
stewards of our East Dereham church.
Our East Anglian churches have given of their beat to
London Primitive Methodism. Many hundreds of our people
have migrated to the metropolis. George Plummer's parents
did so over sixty years ago, and settled in the neighbourhood
of Stratford, where he was born on December the 7th, 1850.
He is therefore nearly 59 year° of age, though he looks no
more than 45. He is a sunny, happy soul.
As might have been expected our friend became a Christian
in his boyhood, and at once joined the church at Caledonian
Road. In 1874 he removed to Paddington, and associated
himself with the Harrow Road church. To this church Mr.
Plummer has given the best of his life, serving in all its
offices with acceptance and success. After 25 years of service
as Sunday school superintendent the friends presented him
with a beautiful mantle clock, and the Improvement class
gave him a number of greatly-prized volumes. Much of Mr.
Plummer's beet work has been done as a local preacher. God
has given many seals to his ministry. He is • winner of
souls. Many of his converts are engaged in Christian work,
some of them are ministers in our own and other Churches.
For many sears our friend was the trusted clerk in one of
the most important businesses in Paddington, and since the
decease of his former master Mr. Plummer has been manager
of the business. At the beginning of this year he was elected
to the presidency of the Paddington Free Church Council, in
succession to past presidents like the Revs. Richard Roberts
and Dr. John Clifford, and has proved himself a worthy successor of such justly famous men. Mrs. Plummer is a quiet
woman, but renders invaluable service to the Church. It
would be hard to say how many young people fresh from
the country have shared the hospitality and welcome of her
home. Husband and wife live in the memory and affection
of many whom they have helped and blessed.—A. T. W,
FOR some time past the school-chapel at Atherton, Bolton
Second, has been crowded. The school- chapel and two houses
have been cleared of debt and £300 were in hand towa'ds the
new church. The foundation stonelaying ceremony took
place on November 20th. After devotional exercises, stones
were laid by the following:—Mrs. Rathbone, for the married
ladies of the church; Messrs. H. Rathbone, T. Bathbone, Jas.
Bridge, J. Barlow, A. Hope, M. Aldred, for the young men and
Mies Staneray for the young ladies. A pathetic interest was
attached to the stone laid by Lilian, the infant daughter of Rev.
G. H. Hannay, of West Africa. The child's hand was goided
by her grandfather, Mr. J. Hannay. Her father and mother
have been scholars in the school and on their last departure
for Africa left instructions that their child should represent
them on this occasion. A public tea followed. The public
meeting was presided over by Mr. Isaac Aepinall, who delighted the audience with his earnest address. Revs. F. N. Shimmin and J. Yearaley expressed their hearty congratulations.
Mr. J. Kaye gave interesting reminiscences of the origin of
the church and its early struggles. The financial statement
of the treasurer, Mr. Puneworth, showed that in cash and
promisee over £200 had been raised, making the total £500,
toward an estimated expenditure of £2,000.
Lincoln First Bazaar.
Tim annual bazaar at Portland Place Memorial church was
held on the 17th to 19th of November. Encouraged by generous promisee from the Mayor (Coun. C. T. Parker) and Sir
W. P. Hartley, the whole church worked with tremendous
zeal. The schoolroom was tastefully decorated. On the first
day Mrs. E. Adams, of Sheffield, opened and gave £10. Conn.
T. Parker presided. On the second day Coen. W. Brown, J.P.,
presided and Lady Cecilia Roberts declared the bazaar epee.
On the third day Rev. J. Hall presided, and about50 children
18s.,
declared it open. Financial result:—Collections
donations £29 5s., society stall £53 17s. 4d.,refreehmeeta £24
7s. 8d., drapery £32 13e. 11c1., fruit and flowers £7 4a., other
items £5 18e. 94d., and £4 15e. 3d., school stall £110, men's
stall £28 6e. 3d., Junior C.E. £9 8s. 3d , ice-cream and sweet
£3 18a, and with other miscellaneous income Conn. C. T.
Parker's ten per cent. £32 6e. Total raised by the church
£360 4e. 2d. To this is to be added live per cent. by Sir. W.
P. Hartley, £18, making a grand total of £378 4a. 2d. This
is by far the highest amount ever raised at the annual bazaar.
There was the greatest enthusiasm when the result was declared.
Peterborough
We have just held a enooessfal mission at Whittlesea conducted by Mr. Francis Dodgson (converted pierrott) and MrDodpon. All our members have worked well, and the mission has been a sumer financially. The church has bow
quickened and meads added.
DECEMBER 2, 1909
THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
VISIT OF THE PRESIDENT OF
THE CONFERENCE TO LEEDS.
MONDAY, Nov. 29th, was a red-letter day for the Primitive
Methodists of Leeds and district. It was the date of their
Centenary gatherings, and of the official visit of Bir W. P.
Hartley. Owing to the lack of a suitable central building
of oar own the meetings were held in the Oxford Place Wesleyan church. The arrangements for the day had been carebilly thought out by the Rev. W. Tingle and the committee.
The district responded loyally to the arrangemeots; from all
parts there came large numbers of people. The gathering
was representative of the varied life of the district, and was
worthy of an occasion so historic.
By 3.30 over 500 persons had assembled to listen to a sermon by the Rev. W. Younger. The preacher's theme was
timely; both he and the congregation had a good time. The
menage was much appreciated. A multitude that numbered
between 600 and 700 presented themselves at the tea tables.
and taxed the resources of the waiters and the capacity of
the tea room. Bride o'clock a large crowd had assembled in
the church for the conference and the reception by the Presilent. The Rev. T. Mitchell introduced Sir W. P. Hartley.
Many availed themselves of the opportunity of shaking hands
with the head of our Church, who looked happy in the midst
of his own people.
W. Beckworth, Esq., had a great reception from an midiMOO that filled the church, as he took the chair. Mr. Beckworth remirded the meeting that not until 1919 would the
Centenary of Leeds Primitive Methodism be oelebra•ed. He
pleaded for loyalty 1 Loyalty to Jesus Christ and loyalty to
the Church that had been the channel of blessing.
The Rev. J. Travis was the first speaker. He spoke as a
veteran reminding us of the victories of the past, the opportunities of the present, and the obligations of the future. Mr.
Travis reminded us of the part our Church has played in influencing the social and moral life of the nation. Our Church
stands for a Protestant evangelical faith. The coming years
will need our witness.
The Rev. T. Mitchell was soon upon good terms with his
audience as he told us he regarded our Church as • great
evangelical gnomes; as a great democratio organisation. He
told no that the Centenary opportunity should be need for
spiritual enterprise and for the creation of a great thankagiv.
ing memorial.
Sir W. P. Hartley had a real Yorkshire welcome. He delighted the meeting by confessing it was the largest Centenary
gathering he had attended. The points of Sir William's address were eagerly followed—sometimes in tense silence, sometimes in enthusiastic applause. There can be no question that
the points went home and will bear fruit in coming days.
At the clues of the President's address new promises amounting to between £300 and £400. A word of appreciation should
be expressed to Mr. A. Hainaworth and the choir. along with
Mr. C. B. Howdill, the organist. The old-time hymns were
sang with a power that proved an inspiration. An army of
workers have laboured for some weeks in preparation for
these meetings. The emotes of the gathering will be all the
reward they seek.
Sir J. C. Rickeft, M.P , at Goole.
church at Carlisle Terrace, Goule, was well filled at both
morning and evening services to bear Sir J. Compton Rickel'
preach. In accordance with custom Sir Joseph gave a brief
address to the children in the morning, and hie ability as `•
children's man' was proved by the does attention with which
his words were followed. The sermon was an able exposition
of Mark x. 13 16—Jesus blaming the little children, and
urging the necessity of the child like spirit for entrance into
the kingdom of God. A man has not to discard his intelligence and reason before he can accept Christ. Reason may
bring • man to the edge of the crowd surrounding Jesus, may
even bring him as far as the Sermon on the Mount, but if •
man would know what being in the arms of Jesus means, be
most take an act like the act of the children, which cannot be
demonstrated by reason, but can only be an experiment
Knowledge of the heart of Christianity is not by way of
argument, but by experience. From Jesus Christ there radiates a magnetic love and goodness which attracts men to
this re-creating earrieooe. I'he sermon was packed full of
thought, and illumined with many apt illustrations. The Free
Churchmen of Goole are proud of their representative in the
House of Commons, who can so ably expound the Gospel of
Christ from the pulpit, and so loyally defend their interests
in the National Parliament.
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OUR MISSIONARY MOVEMENTS.
Activities and Suggestions.
Spoiling Meetings.
The Actual and the Ideal.
From the end of March to the beginning of November very
little money oomes in. One church in London gives a tenth
of its entire income to missions, and remits the amount every
month. Unfortunately it is not a Primitive Methodist church.
The money does not come my way. Perhaps the day will
oome when the great cause of muttons will receive some
regular portion of the weekly income of every church The
evangelisation of the world will speedily follow.
A Good Beginning.
In some churches worthy souls collect weekly submit
lions for the mission funds. These churches excel. Thar
method is worthy of all acceptation. An annual gift of a few
coppers, or even shillings at the missionary annivmury, is
no °embargo of missionary obligation, uor will it spread Christian mistione, or keep pus with the increase of heathen and
non-Christian peoples. Unless we make haste with our New
Testament evangel, the missionaries of Mahommedanism will
proceed and outrun us on the West Coast, and throughout
the African continent. It is good, in these urgent oircumdeports, to know that most of our Women's Missionary Auxiliaries are adopting the weekly subscription method. Every
Debt Extinction at Abertillery.
church In their area has its own collector. Pennies mount
Tux present commodious church at Abertillery, with school- up. A penny • week to missions by every member of our
room underneath, was built in 1878. This building, with ad- Church would lift our income three-fold.
ditions made since, has cost £2,500. Slow we first missiooed The First Fruits.
the town, seventy years ego, five other churches have been
The first month of the year's income is to hand. It cowformed within a radios of two miles. and these, with the pares favourably with that of last year. Eilledea circuit has
Central church, constitute the circuit, with a membership of gone op £6 on the General Fuod. It sends 154. Pickering
nearly 500. The trustees have recently felt that the time is one of our best missionary circuits. My first deputation
had come to inaugurate a forward policy of clearing the ' round ' was on this ground. G. P. Clarke was with me. His
debt, which stood at £200, and making some &heretics)s and graphic stories of Canadian missionary work still linger. The
extensions. The response of the friends to the appeal was full church for the missionary meeting, the eagerness and
very encouraging, and so Sunday and Mooday, Nov. 21st and go of the people, the hospitality of Mr. John Frank, J.P,
22nd. became red-letter days. Three services were held on and much else, are among the things one will not willingly
Sunday, at which the Rev. Arthur Wood, of Yarmouth, was forget. Pickering sends £2b 7s. 11d. from its first round.
the preacher. Mr. Wood preached again on Monday after- More to follow. lialtwhietle, £29; Brough, £24; Bury, £18;
noon, and gave a timely address at the public meeting. A Swindon First, £16; Pontypool, £16; Hounslow, £13; and
large tea was held and attended by 500 persons. At the so on and on. The Newcastle Endeavourers have sent £20
public meeting Mr. T. Preece presWed, and, in addition to for the upkeep of the Girls' Institute, and the American
Mr. Wood's address, the Rev. T. Humphries gave an outline Primitive Methodists gladly share our African work and mod
of the new scheme, which involves enlarging the church, and ten guineas a month. The treasurer of the African fund has
potting in a new interior, enlarging the schoolroom, building sent £848.
an intuits' room, lecture hall, and twelve clue-rooms. This The Conference Budget.
would involve • large expenditure. The secretary, Mr. W.
The Miesionary Secretary's appeal for £10,000 for Africa
J. Davies, gave the financial statement, which showed that must be realised. It is absolutely neoessary, and happily, it
sufficient mousy had beau raised to pay off the £200, thus con be done. Missionary deputations are taking it up. Proclearing the church, and £150 off the new houses, and then moting the appealing facts. Work commands liberality.
leaving a balance to the good of over £50, besides £30 that To know of it is to respond. Given Christian character only
had been promised by two person. towards the new scheme. inability can ever say nay. The Rev. G. E. Butt is doing
This was the signal for a great burst of cheering, and the great service for us. He is everywhere hailed with enthusilarge audience rose and ung, with great thankfulness, the asm and speaks as one having authority. The Rev. W. ChapDoxology. The choir rendered excellent service. We intend man comes as an easy second. lie tsgiving all his time beto proceed with the new scheme very soon.
tween now and his return to Africa. Many of our ministers
and a few of our laymen, out of busy lives, are finding time
to advocate our cause.
GENERAL COMMITTEE NOTES
One Thing Needful.
Choir Festival at Newcastle.
All deputations find that almost everything on missionary
THE meeting of the General Committee last Friday was presided over by the Vice President of Conference, Rev John Wel- Tee Central church, Newrestie-on-Tyne, is famed, not only rounds depends upon the preparation made for them. Where
little
is done, results are meagre. People do not even attend
for
its
splendid
buildings
and
its
ministry,
but
also
for
the
ford. Permission was given to Cross Keys circuit to employ
Mr. F. L. Humphries as hired local preacher. A requeet from excellence of the musical department. Since the appointment missionary meetings in any peat numbers if the event is not
lifted
to importance by careful planning and advertising.
of
Mr.
Edwin
0.
Bowran
as
organist
and
choirmaster
the
the authorities of the Sheffield District to alter the date of the
next meeting of the District Committees from December 14th music has been a great attraction to the crowds who regular- Now to SPOIL Missionary Mooting,.
to a day earlier was considered and granted. Trust properties ly throng the building. Last week-end the choir held their
(A few notes.) Waste no money oo advertising. Do not
at Pegswood in the Aahington circuit and at Gurdford in the anniversary and it proved most successful. On Sooday the gather any curios or costumes. Have no decorations. Avoid
Bedford Second circuit were sanctioned for sale subject to Rev. Albert Lowe conducted the morning service. At night the new map of Africa showing our missions. Do not prepare
the Bev. T. Sykes occupied the pulpit. A musical service any mottoes for the walls. Keep the event secret until the
condition. suited to the cases oonoerned.
An enquiry wes submitted from the London Second Di. was held in the afternoon with Mr. Arthur Lambert In the last few days. If collecting cards or books are issued, do not
triot Furnishing Committee on the question as to whether chair. During the day the choir rendered anthems and send them out too soon—they may travel too far and bring
Stations are entitled to receive interest on instalments paid to choruses with Mr. E. O. Bowran as conductor, and his brother, too much in. Never allow an adult to use a book; he may
the District Furnishing Fund, and whether the Committee of Mr. Thomas Bowran, at the organ. The soloists were Miss secure shillings Instead of pennies. When the evening comes,
that fund has the right to deal with any balance at its dis• Florence Cox (soprano), Mr A. Russell Richardson (tenor), begin the meeting late. Do not go to the expense of scouring
pout. The Committee ruled—(1) That Stations which bon Mr. W. Jameson Dodd. (baritone), Mr. Ernest Sharp (violin- spWal hymn sheets. even If you have not enough hymnals.
ist), and Miss Lily Sadler (accompanist). The serves were You can have a missionary meeting without a lot of singing,
our their pledge have the right to interest on all the
largely attended. At the evening service the ohm& was and certainly without • choir. Any boy who happens to be
which has stood to their credit in the fund during the
ous four years. (2) That Stations which do not honour their crowded. On Monday the annual choir occult was held, precept will play the harmonium. There is no need for a
pledge are thereby deprived of any interest which may have Mr. Sykes presiding. Mr. J. M. Preston, the eminent organist, chairman. You want so many of these, with good donations,
accumulated on the money paid by them into the food. (3) was at the organ. Two vocalists of Newcastle, In the per- for other purposes. Explain that the report is dry, and take
The District Furnishing Fund Committee has the right to sons of Mr. Albert T. Watson (tenor), of the Chapel Royal, the slipshod method that will fulfil your prediction. If you
deal with any balance at its dimpossi, and that it has full Windsor, and Mr. W. Jammu Dodds (baritone), of London, know any able brother who can talk a long time on a mispower over money standing to its credit, subject to rights sag to the great pleasure of the audience, as also did Mies sionary platform without telling you anything of missions, or
Nellie Noble (soprano). Madame Mabel Herbert took the the latest movements in our own field, he is worth thinking
of Stations and Conference.
The death of the Rev. W. Whitham, of Abaravon, at the solo work In Mendelmohn's setting of the Thirteenth Psalm, of as a deputation. The circuit minister can explain the many
age of 61 and in the 36th year of his ministry, was reported which was sung by the choir. On the following Wednetrlay local calls for money, that trade is bad, and that there are
by the Rev. J. Day Thompson, and a suitable resolution on the concluding gathering of the Festival was held and took Budgets and what not Since it is not courteous to embarrass
the case was adopted. The Secretary described him as an the form of an' At Home' arranged by the choir. Mr. and people, do not ask any one to double last year's subscription.
able preacher and a racy lecturer. &vs. Joseph neon, Geo Mrs. Sykes acted as host and hostess and the chairman was Remember that missionary boxes cost money, and do not place
J. 0. Marriott, of Whitley Bay. The proceeds amount any more. This will have its effect on next year's income,
Truster, D. T. Maylott, T. H. Hunt, and A. T. Gattery all
bore testimony to the able ministry of this sainted brother. to £66, which is a record, and Mr. Bowran bra been warmly These customs are guaranteed to spoil any missionary meetoomplimented
oo this magnificent molt
Mr. Truster spoke of his brotherliness, Mr. Hayloft of his
ing. They are not patented.
tactfulness, patience, and persistence, Mr. Hunt of his sociaStill Going Ahead.
bility and his success in family visitation, whilst Mr. Outtery
The Rev. Harvey Roe reports that the second temporary
empitapized his ability and success as a minister of our church.
Mayoral Service at Walsall.
building was opened last Saturday on the new Birmingham
The pledges of Revs. Geo. E. Wallace and —. Rutter, first
mission. Mr. P. J. Cox, circuit steward, presented Mr. W.
year probationers. were received and adopted.
Tea invitation of the Mayor (Councillor John Williams) to Adams, J.P., with the opening key. The meetings that folThe question of having the Telephone installed at the re- the aldermen, courcillors, and burgesses of Walsall to join lowed, and the services on Sunday last were a great success.
sidence of the Secretary was raised, and it was decided to him in worship at his own church, Stafford Street, on Sunday Primitive Methodism has never before commenced a mission
instruct him to take 'Seps forthwith to get it installed, the morning last, resulted in a large and representative congrega. on such a scale.
prevailing opinion being that it would be a great convenience lion being preeent. Rev. R. Shepherd preached an appropriate
The Chelmsford Free Church Council has expressed its
to him as well as to many Gfficials and ministers all over the sermon, and the choir rendered • Lift up your Heart," Awake unanimous approval of the purchase of land for a new church
country who may desire on matters of urgency to speak to ye Saints,' and the Hallelujah Chorus,' and Mr. W. B. Cos- in the village of Broomfield, and voted a guinea to the funds.
him.
worth sang 'Behold I Stand at the Door.' Altogether it was
The Rev. Geo. Banding, of Aldershot, is to receive a coman excellent service. A collection was taken for Walsall mission as an Army Chaplain. All Primitive Methodist soldiers in Great Britain will be. reported to him by the War
ST. ANNES-ON-THE-SEA. Winter Convalescent Fond, which amounted to £17 17s.
Office. He will be able to advise ministers of their presence
various military depots.
G-. 33101:1101sTO
The 'Primitive Methodist Leader' may in Our
people are to be invited to share the cost of the World's
At Connie abboroe, Sunday, December 6th, 10.30 and 6.
SILL Repeat " at 9.30. LECTURE, Monday, December be ordered through any Newsagent Of Missionary Conference to be held in Edinburgh next June.
The total outlay is to be about £7,000. It will be thebiggest
flth. at 7.30. Chairman Alderman A. Roberts, J.P, Soloist:
at Railway Bookstalls.
missionary couferepoe ever held.—H.
Miss Ethel Roberta.
THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
806
PAUL'S LAST WORDS.
International Lesson for Sunday, DeComber 12th.
2 Timothy iv. 1:18. G.T., Philip. i. 21.
Guild
of
Kind
Hearts.
By Henry J. Pickett.
WANTED—A STRONG BOY,
CONNECTING LINKS.—This is, by general consent,
Paul's last will and testament. By referring to the lesson I saw these words on a card in a shop window the other day.
for Nov. 14, the teaoher will remind the class of the place, Nothing more was printed, but I guessed that a strong boy
time, and circumstances under which it was written. With
these facts in mind, v. 6 acquires a deeply solemn significance. Written under sentence of death, and death for the
canoe he advocates, how thorough must have been Paul's
belief, how real the person of Chriet,.and how confident
his assurance, spite of apparent and immediate failure, that
the cause he loved was destined to prevail.
I.—The teacher will find a very useful introduction to this
lemon, as fitting as it ie beautiful, in recalling the first missionary journey of Paul (see Acts xiv. 1-28, and lesson for
May 16, the fruit of which is recorded in lesson for July 4).
This earnest and faithful companion and worker was the fruit
of the persecution which compelled the Apostles to seek the
shelter of Derbe and Lystra, and here the young Timothy was
won by the teaching and devotion of Paul. For over twenty
years Timothy has proved his fidelity to that early choice,
having seen and shared the service and suffering of the man
who had risked so much for Christ.
IL—If Timothy had been disposed to doubt the wisdom of
his choice, abundance of material and opportunity was thrown
in his way. He was familiar, as we cannot be, with the detail of twenty years of misrepresentation, abuse and suffering.
Now, here is his hero, one be knows to be a saint, a second
time imprisoned in Rome, with the block already in view. A
wicked Nero holds Christians in contempt, and pursues his
villainy apparently unchecked. Can it be right? Can Christ
be what Paul claims for him? Has he (Timothy) been wise
in identifying himself with a cause which sends its advocates
to death? Let the teacher point out that this is the cross our
religion has to carry still. In our clams, some of our most
earnest scholars are puzzled, as was John the Baptist, held in
Machserus under the grip of Herod. Look at the prosperity
of the wicked, the suffering of the good, the difficulty of
bearing Christian witness, the slow advance of Christian
troth ?
III.—These considerations impart immense importance to
the counsels of vv. 1-5, as offering
Striking Testimony 'for Christ.
These counsels assert, afresh, notwithstanding the already
prepared block:—
(a) Christ's Divinity (v. 1); (b) The need of intense activity in His service, as the only answer to men in want (v. 2.);
(c) The failure of any alternative to God's method (vv. 8.4);
was wanted to run errands and help in the business.
STRONG BOYS ARE ALWAYS IN REQUEST. Such a boy is very
valuable. When John the Baptist was born, people talked
about this new baby and wondered what sort of a boy and
man he would become. Nobody can tell what a boy will be
and do. It is told of James Garfield—who worked and won
his way from a poor horns to the Presidency of the United
States—that he always tried to induce people to honour boys.
Nearly everybody will salute a man who occupies a very high
position, and he said that ' any boy might deserve a salute.'
EVERY BOY LIKES A STRONG DOY FOR HIS CHUM. The boy
who can throw well, and run well, and handle a bat splendidly is the one that other boys admire. Boys may be kind to
weak and timid companions, but the boy they really love is a
daring boy, the adventurous boy—the boy who is not afraid of
dogs and bulls, or of climbing high trees. I fancy too, that
even the girls secretly admire and love this kind of boy best.
Strong boys are wanted by other boys for playmates and
companions.
SATAN, TOO, WANTS TO GET HOLD OF THE STRONG BOYS.
His desire ie to secure boys and men who can become champions in wickedness. A strong boy can do so mach more
harm than a weak one, for he is better able to influence others
for evil. Therefore Satan is very anxious to capture the
strong boy. One way of doing this is by persuading him
that it may bo all right for girls and women to be Christians,
but that it is not a manly thing. The manly thing is to
smoke and swear, drink beer and spirits, swagger and tell lies,
and go his own way without taking notice of what father or
mother Bays.
THEN JESUS WANTS THE STRONG BOY TOO. Jesus is always
fighting against sin, and He wants strong boys and men to
help Him. The stronger you are, the more good you can do,
the better soldiers of Christ you can become. Nothing in
this world is grander than for a strong boy or man to live and
work and fight for Jesus. It is the best use you can make of
your strength. To use your power always on the side of Jesus
is to be helping the greatest and best cause in all the world.
This is far better than using your strength in seeking for pleasure, or in doing sinful things. It is the best way to keep your
strength. Only the other day I was told about a man who
was suffering from a most painful disease, and he said it was
all owing to the sins of his young manhood's days. To keep
strong you should be the servant of King Jeans, and live
every day in obedience to Him. Then Jesus pays the best
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WALKING IN THE SPIRIT.
GaL v. 22-26; 2 Peter i. 5-9.
(Consecration.)
Endearour Topic for Week Beginning Dec. 5th.
Tan exhortation to walk in the Spirit seems to be a plea for
consistency of conduct. The outward life is to be the prod
that the inward life is spiritual. They are to live more nearly as they pray. The life lived in the Spirit is one in which
emotion is not regarded as an end in itself, but finds its outlet in ministry. For any church to claim to be the body of
those who are living the spiritual life while it is the cockpit
of factions who ' bite and devour ' each other is not simply
ludicrous but tragic. Profession must be judged by practice.
The quality of the tree is known by the fruit. This empha.
sie on conduct may remind us that most of the fruits of Ow
Spirit do not grow in the courts of the cloister, but in the broad
:pewee of the market. They are mainly social virtues to be
developed through the temptations and toils of ordinary life.
Christian love is of the heroic order that loves the unloving
and the unlovely. Christian joy is the crown of sacrificial
service. Christian peace is not seen at its beet in the sheltered life, but in that exposed to the storm. Long-suffering is
born when the conquest of wrong calls for endurance. Gentleness and goodness comes to perfection in ministry to the
needs of others. Fidelity is a virtue of every-day relationships. Meekness is goodness not conscious of itself. Selfcontrol is acquired in the shop quite as much as in the sanctuary. While suffering with its enforced inactivity sometimes plays a great part in the development of the graces of
the spiritual ife,
l as is so finely shown in Ralph Connor's
story of Gwen in the Sky Pilot, the labour of life plays at
least as great a part. Drummond says that the spiritual man
sees that work is the loom in which a man's soul is made.
An office is not the place for making money as it is a place
for making character. A workshop is not a place for making
machinery as it is a place for making men not for turning
wood. for fitting engines, for founding cylinders; it is the
place for fitting in the virtues to one's life, for turning out
honest, modest-tempered, God-fearing men.' The spiritual
man endures as seeing the invisible in that sense also.
(d) The worth of Christ's work even though it calls for suThis emphasis on conduct shows the place of 'works' in the
preme sacrifice.
wages.
Christian life. The idea contained in the figure of ' fruit'
All this is true still, and behind it all, the teacher must not
All boys who have to work like wages. I remember when must not be pressed too far as that it shall be made to mean
fail to bring home to the class the striking fact, that snob an I was a very little boy, how I saw people going to work, and
honest man as Paul, after upwards of thirty years experience, I learned how much wages they received. I wished I was that perfect Christian character can come apart from effort.
is so eager in offering this advice to one he loved as his own big enough to go and earn some money, and when I did get ' I'm sick of hearing them stand outside my shop and 'eying
soul. Would such a man as Paul either deceive or be de- my first wages, how I counted the money over and over. ' only believe,' said a London tradesman to me. Add to your
ceived? Is not this prison testimony wonderful as evidence? And what a happy little fellow I was when I gave my wages faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge self-control,
Is it likely anyone would so exultingly suffer for a fraud or to my mother. Now Jesus does not pay wages in money, but to self-control endurance, to endurance godliness, to godliness
brotherly kindness, to brotherly kindness love, is Peter's adfor a losing cause.
He gives happiness, and courage, and peace of soul, and a vice. Jams says much more about ' works' than some peoIV.—The same verses supply us with a cause, a secret, a good conscience, and eternal life. These are very precious ple have realised. His kinsmen are those who do the will of
motive. What had been so strikingly a feature of Paul's things..
the Father. In a Manual of Shorthand that I once need the
*
record, he desires to see in his eon Timothy, viz:—
No matter
whether a boy is weak or strong, Jesus wants secret of success was said to be practice, nuance, PRAChim. He loves strong souls, and He makes the soul strong. TICE. That is also the secret of success in the spiritual
Enthusiasm in Service of Christ.
It is not easy—sometimes it is very hard—to say Nol to temp- life. ' What makes a man a good cricketer? Practice. What
If we enter it from any other motive than love, or if we de- tation, but Jesus gives strength for this. And it is better to makes a man a good artist, a good sculptor, a good musician?
pend on any external assistance, we are doomed to disappoint- be strong in soul than strong in body with a weak soul, that Practice. What makes a man a good linguist, a good stenment and failure. The older man, prematurely old at 67, cannot resist and conquer temptations to evil. I got a letter ographer? Practice. What makes a man a good man?
through suffering, kindling into his highest rapture in his a few days ago telling me that in one school forty scholars Practice.—T. H. CHAMPION.
prison cell, and urging whole-heartedness upon the younger 'decided on Young People's Sunday to take Christ as their
missionary, is a sight to see. Saoh enthusiasm and whole- Saviour. Some of these are members of the Guild. You
heartedness is the only guarantee of fidelity in the face of should all do as they have done, and when you have accepted
Oldham Church Council.
present-day indifference, worldliness, and wrong.
Christ, be true to Him every day and everywhere, and so you
V.—Vv. 6-8 form the sublimest picture the New Testament will grow up to be strong in Him and in all goodness.
THE Oldham Church Council has justheld its quarterly meetsupplies, save the example of Jesus Himself, of
Our Christmas Number 1
ing under the presidency of the Rev. G. Parkin, B.D. Much
Triumph in Suffering for Christ.
You should all look out for this next week. There is one satisfaction was expressed at the moms of a united devoWe have referred to apparent failure. There is no trace of whole page of fun for the boys and girls. There are wonder- tional service which bad been held preparatory to the Simuldefeat here. No approach to despair. Death by the block, ful piotures of flying-machines being used for lion-hunting, taneous Missions. Arrangements have been made for a visit
or in any other form, is defied, and treated as non-existent. also riddles, and short stories, and a Christmas letter, and some on February 5th, of the Rev. J. Travis and the Rev. 8.
Let the teacher dwell at, length, upon ,what is on the surface new fine games for winter parties. There are lots of other ton. The Council also adopted a scheme for a Stupictures and stories which you will enjoy. Be sure to see that dent's great foreign missionary crusade under its auspices
of theee verses:—
a. The Satisfaction of review. b. The Confident glory. of the newsagent gets an order to bring. the Christmas number next April. A proposal was also brought forward for the
Prospect. What other caurse.oLlife allows of either ? Does of the Leader to your house, and tell your friends to order a founding of a Social Service Union and a visit from the District Secretary is to be arranged. By a standing vote the
Selfishness, success in game, in money-making, in any form of copy.
New Members.
Council passed a resolution of sympathy with the relatives
accomplishment give either ? Fred Archer, the famous and
3198 Robert White, 3199 Reuben Stops, 3200 James Ritchie. of the late Rev. W. Whitham. In connection with the interbrilliant jockey, was praised and petted by monarch, lords.
millionaires, and the crowd, yet he goes out of life a wretched Per R Brunskill, Workington: 3201 Yercy Beverley, 3202 change of visits between British and German pastors an
suicide, and his stone in Newmarket cemetery tells us he ended Nora E. Brunskill, 3203 Robinson Brunakill, 3204 Annie Cin- affirmation of goodwill and desire for peace was unanimous,E
his life at the early age of 29. If we want to know what namon. 3205 William F. Harper, 3206 R. Kennaugh, 3207 carried. The Executive Committee was instructed to app-triumph means we must take the longer view. The music from Mary E. Holliday, 3208 W. Holliday, 3209 Ernest Kennaugb, the railway companies and secure excursions from Oldham
this prison in Rome is sweeter than all the accomplished sing- 3210 Bertie Spry, 3211 Dinah M. Armstrong, 3212 D. Hether- for next June's Mow Cop celebrations.
ington, 3213 Elsie Reay, 3214 Hairy Stockton, 3215 Wilfred
ing of gaudy music ball or theatre.
for the lampoons to oar Leader ad. But WM
VL—Vv. 10-18, dealing with personal requests, last instruc- Spry, 3216 Beatrioe A. Harper, 3217 Elsie May Spry, 3218 THANKS! YOU mint? Why not YOU eat YOUR boy oas
our cosy. comfortable. csold.proof OVAIRCOATS ?
tions, culminating in a song of the Lord's deliverance, closes Frank Kennaugh, 3219 Ernest Reay, 3220 Mary Reay, 3221 of
value. Not sshop
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our study of this great life, and it is fittingly an assurance of John Altringhaw, 3222 Henry Knowles. Per T. K. Bridge,
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3235 Annie Borrows, 3236 Emily Borrows, 3237 Jessie Vick,
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While the cross fades before the crown.'
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THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
Letters to the Editor.
Probationers' Examinations.
reply to the inquiry of the Rev. G. Featonby in
your issue of November 25th. I have to state that the whole
the te/telation relating to the Examination of Probationers
and the &leaden and Training of Candidates for the Ministry
as printed on pages 208.215 Conference Minutes, 1909, comes
into force this year and if the Book Room is issuing old Becommendation forme for Candidates or old Application forms
for the Approved List it is in error in so doing. May I also
take this opportunity of calling the attention of circuits
that have probationers stationed on them to the legislation
at the top of page 213 in the above Minute*.
Yours etc., J. HARRYMAN TAYLOR,
Secretary of the Probationers' Examining Committee.
Clowes Villa, Matlock Bank.
Scholars' Scripture Examination.
Hull District.
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87
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merks.
Lower Middle.—First prize, Rachel &vitas, Bridlington
Quay, 98 marks; Second, Maud Forden, Fountain Road, Hull
Second, 97 marks; Third, Vine Sergeant, Withernsea, Patrington, 94 marks.
Jamie, Dirision.—First Prise, Beatrice Clark, Haldeman
Road, Hull Third, 98 marks; Second, Ivy Annie Stothard,
Holderness Road, Hull Third, 97 marks; Third, Louisa Marjorie Cook, Holderness Road, Hull Third, 96 marks.
North British District.
('pper Middle Dieision—First prise, Andrew B Dick, Burnbank church, Glasgow Second circuit, 90 marks; Second,
Tom McMillan, New Steveoston church, Motherwell circuit,
88 marks; Third, James L. P. Lauder, Borebank church,
Glasgow Second circuit, 80 marks.
The New History of Methodism.
Lower Middle Division—First prim, (lamb Francis, Slant) re
Ste.—I have just finished reading the exceedingly fine church, Glasgow Second circuit, 100 marks; Second. Elizabeth
Irvine,
Blantyre church, Glasgow Second circuit, 96 marks;
History of Methodism ' for which so many of us are indebted to the kind thoughtfulness and liberality of Sir W. P. Third, Jeanie Aitchison, Leith church, Edinburgh circuit, 96
Hartley. It is indeed a fine work, and will undoubtedly be.
come the standard history of Methodism. Many of its chap- mar
ks. or Dicision—First price, Phyllis M. Townsend, Yoker
Juni
ters are beyond praise. But that only makes the treatment church, Glasgow Fifth circuit, 97 marks; Second. George
of Primitive Methodism mole regrettable. That our own Briggs, Livingstone Hall. Edinburgh circuit, 95 marks;
Church with its 212,000 members, should have its history Third, Rosier McArthur, Tranent church, Trawl. circuit, 95
crowded into 35 pages out of 1,174 is significant enough. But marks.
what about the statements made on pp. 423-4. They strangely
Missions District.
contradict every history of Primitive Methodism yet written,
Upper Middle nicision--Second prize, Emily C Reynolds,
and are at striking variance with the account of Mr. Kendall St George's liall, South East London Minion, 87 marks; third,
on p. 668. Dr. Gregory writes ' about the same time there Annie McDermott, High St, Waltharostow, 81 marks.
appeared, the one in Staffordshire, the other in Cornwall, two
Lower Middle Dirwion—First prise, Frederick C. Yelland,
revivalists of great power, devotion and success. Both were High St, Waltharnstow, 96 marks; Second, Emily Crawford.
young local preachers consumed with zeal, impatient of regu- St. George's Hall, &E. London Higdon, 94 marks; Third, Ethel
arity and restraint, and both showed in the denominations Clisby, High Elt, Walthamstow, 90 marks.
they founded a masterfulness which ended in revolt. Bourne
Junior Division—First prize. David Nash, Clapton Park
was put off the local preachers' plan and his ticket withheld.' Tabernacle,Clapton, 96 marks; Second , May E Naylor, High.
Mr. Kendall says, Bourne was not an accredited preacher.' fields, Leicester, 93 marks; Third, Elide Sheerest°, Clapton
Mr. Ritson: ' Bourne was never put upon the plan. Which of Park Tabernacle, Clapton, 92 marks.
these authorities is correct, and can you inform us, Sir, what
Brinkworth and Swindon.
' revolt' in our denomination issued from Bourne's muterfulUpper Middle Division.—O. Guthrie, Clifton Street, Swinnese.' It is well 'to see ourselves as others see us,' but in •
don
First,
97
marks;
A. Slim, Stewkley. 94 marks; A. P. Mockstandard' History,' we should like some other evidence for
ridge, Regent Street, Swindon Second, 92 marks.
these statements than the ipse dixit of Dr. Gregory.
Lower Middle Division.-0. Roberts, Wootton Bassett, 100
SO, too, respecting the Expulsions,' p. 424, ' No one conversant with Weeleyan Methodist usages and law can accept it marks; F.. Brown, Rodbourne Road, Swindon Second, 88
(i.e., the evidence) in its entirety,' writes Dr. Gregory. But marks; E Brooks, Stanley, Malmesbury, 85 marks.
Junior Dirision.—H. L. Hill, Lower Stratton, Swindon
Barely, Sir, no one acquainted with ' Methodist usages,' in the
forties, can hesitate to acceptit. I have before me whilst I First, 100 marks; L. Orchard, Prospect Place, Swindon First,
98
marks; P. Watkins, Wootton Bassett, 97 marks.
write the account of the trial of Mr. Cozens Hardy and Mr.
J. Colman, which led to their expulsion from the Holt circuit.
Norwich District.
And after reading that account it is by no means difficult to
Upper Middle Division—First prize, Lilian F. Land, Noraccept the account of Wm. Clowes, who was in the quarterly wich First, 100 marks; Second, Kathleen Long, Great Yarmeeting when Bourne was dismembered. I peas by the mouth Second, 99 marks; Third, James Batley, Rockland, 96
opinion re camp meetings, but it is a great pity that the general marks, and Ernest Ryder, Colchester, 96 marks.
spirit, tone, and accuracy of the whole history should be
Lower Middle Division—First prize, Charles Long, Great
marred by pp. 423-4. If those pages are right all the his- Yarmouth Second, 98 marks; Second, Gladys Dwyer, Wytories of Pnmitive Methodism are wrong and should be cor- mondani, 96 marks; Third, Violet Johnson, Harwich, 94
rected; but if they are right any future edition of this ' New marks.
History' should certainly be revised.
Junior Division—First prize, Wilfred J. Jaby, East DereYours, eta., W. A. HAXMOND.
ham, 92 marks; Second, George R. Sannder, Rookland,_ 911
mirk., and Irene A. Wicks, Clacton, 914 marks; Third,
Peel Street, Hull.
Florence M. Walling, Rockland, 904 marks; Extra District
prize, Annie Batley, Rockland, 924 marks.
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Multitudes of the poor, the afflicted, the unfortunate, and the
sick, are looking to us for sympathetic consideration and help,
and we are absolutely without a penny to meet their needs.
We have never known so much dire poverty in Bermondsey
and Southwark as faces us this winter. Your space will not
allow the story to be told in detail of cases of privation and
suffering which our Sisters witness in their daily visitation,
and hundreds of them are the direct result of unemployment
and misfortune. It is heart-breaking to think that in Christian England such destitution should prevail. I beg your
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will they please send warm clothing or boots.
Trusting to have a speedy response to this urgent appeal,
Yours in grateful anticipation, Jossrn Joussox.
81. George's Hall, Old Kent Road, London, S E.
Hartley College, Manchester.
Quarterly Committee, held on Thursday last, at John
Ryland's Library, had a gratifying attendance of members
from the adjoining Districts. Rev. J. T. Barkby was called
to the chair, and the business of the meeting was in charge of
the College Secretary, Rev. Geo. Armstrong. A letter from
the students suggesting that the probation should be reduced
from four to three years, in the case of those who had spent
three years in College, was received with considerable sympathy. In view, however, of the many difficulties, the letter
was merely forwarded to the General Committee for its consideration. It was the general opinion that the minimum
friary of probationers should be raised. Important proposals
were submitted by Professor Humphries to simplify mid make
more'comprehensive and effective the half-yearly examinations.' Arrangements are to be made for the students to attend
another course of lectures at the Victoria University on the
principles and art of Sunday school teaching, and an appeal
is to be made tathe circuits to give immense opportunities to
the students to exercise their preaching gifts. The Principal
has been temporarily laid aside through illness, and • letter
of sympathy wee orAt> to be sent to Om god the Metros.
TER
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Shrewsbury District.
Senior Division.—First prize and Connexional Gold Medal,
Frances 'lethal, Wellington School, Oakengates and Wellington circuit, 100 marks.
Upper Middle.—First prise, Eva H. Bennett, Maesbrook,
Llanymynech, 98 marks; Second, Ralph Ashworth, Wem,
92 marks; Third, R. J. Say, Coppers's, Ithosyreedre, 79 marks.
Lower Middle.—Second prize, Agnes G. Trnm per, Newport,
84 marks; Third, between Maurice Cadman, Wellington, Oakengates and Wellington, and U. It. A rtb ur, Oa westry, 81 marks.
Junior Division.—First prize, Rose E. Trumper, Newport,
99 marks; Second, Cecil Heath, Oakengates, 93 marks; Third,
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Salisbury and Southampton District.
Upper Middle Division—First prize, Reba Way, Fortune's
Well, Portland, 99 marks; Second. Grace Way, Fortune's
Well, Portland, 91 marks; Third, Rath A. Evans, Fortune's
well, Portland, 87 marks.
Lower Middle Di c i cioN--First prize, Florence E. Mitchell,
Fortune's Wells, Portland, 97 marks; Second, John R. Evans,
Fortune's Well, Portland, 96 marks; Marjorie Tucker, NVbaddow, Woodfalls, 96 marks; Third, Gertrude Wakely, South
Front, Southampton Second, 95 marks.
Junior Division—First prize, Dorothy King, Fortune's
Well, Portland, 96 marks•, Second, Amelia Woodcock, Weston,
Portland, 95 marks; Third, William II. Stone, Fortune's Well,
Portland, 94 marks; Frank H. Brown, Fortune's Well; Portland, 94 marks.
Lynn and Cambridge District.
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Third, Arthur B. Johnson, Tittleshall, 19 marks.
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92 marks; Second, Leslie Johnson, Tittleshall, 91 marks; Third,
Evelyn Thompson, Tittlesliall, 90 marks.
West Midland District.
Upper Middle Division--First prize, Iloward 11. Bevel].
Marvin° Street, Birmingham Third, 97 marks; Second, Percy
Carder, Victoria, Old Hill, 96 marks; Third, Frank L. Eccleshall, dation C apes. Lichfield, 90 marks.
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nivel!, Darlastoo, 96 marks• Third, Elide Page, Victoria, Old
Hill, and Wm. J. L. Anomie,' Knighton, 94 'narks each.
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Old Hill, 98 marks; Second, Edna Lee, Netherton, Dudley,
96 mark.; Third, Nellie Allmark, Cope, Birmingham Third,
95 marks.
London Second District.
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Wycombe, 88 marks.
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Orchard Road, Croydon 99 marks; Second, G. J. Wrangle,
Robert Street, Plunistek 98 marks; Third, C. Steel, Cherry
Orchard Road. Croydon, 97 marks.
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95 marks; Second, W. G. Moore, Camden Road, Tunbridge
Wells, 90 marki; Third, C. Young, Belvedere, Erith and Belvedere, 87 marks.
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Road, Croydon, 99 marks; Second, D. Stones, Cherteey Street,
Guildford, 95 marks; Third, F. Hopper, London Road, Dover
and Deal, 93 marks.
Bradford and Halifax District.
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Rosebery, and then proceeded to tear to shreds the eonstitutional basis of Lord Laneelowire's rerolution. The
unconstitutional character of the proceedings was mercilessly set out. A referendum on a Money Bill was
impossible, and to attempt it was to effect the most
momentous change ever effected in the Constitution.
If the Lords won their victory could only be temporary ; if they lost their credit and prestige were ended
for ever.
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1909.
Current Events.
By Joseph Ritson.
Tea last week is destined to be
The Last phase. historic. There has been witnessed
in the House of Lords a prooedure
that can never happen again. It is amazing that it
should have been possible in the twentieth century.
What the Lords never ventured to do in the eighteenth
and nineteenth oentnries they have done, with not only
truoulence but light-heartedness, in the twentieth. In
days to oome men Will look back upon the happenings
of the past week with curiosity and astonishment. That
the supplies asked for by the King and voted by the
House of Commons by enormous majorities should,
contrary to all wage and constitutional practice, have
been refused, is the most extraordinary recrudescence
of reactionary Toryism on record. The actual vote will
not be recorded in time for any reference to it in this
bane of the Leader, but it is everywhere regarded as
now inevitable. When men get so far down the slippery elope no power can arrest them. The peers are
rushing down a steep place into the sea of political
perdition.
Tee Archbishop of Canterbury
A Brave Bishop. had Intimated the decision of the
Bishops, in view of the fact that
the division would be a party one, not to vote. But
with the cry of the poor in his ears the brave Bishop
of Hereford could not adopt the Limits-like policy of
peening by on the other aide. This axial welfare'
Budget should have his support not only as making in
favour of the' multitudinous poor' but as a safeguard
against revolution, towards which Lord Lanadowne's
resolution led dietetic. If the people were to be appealed to the answer would be, Never again in this
country shall the fundamental liberties of the people
be endangered by any privileged clam' Lord Roeebery
is not the only Peer who made a great deal of Lord
Lansdowne's contention that the Budget was driving
capital out of the country. Lord Revelstoke, who is
the head of Swings, took up the same parable. He
wee, however, effectively answered by Lord St. Divide.
Tea curious thing, however, is
that the most crashing exposure
of this Tory argument has come
from the ' Times' itself. In its
financial and commercial supplement on Friday there
was published an article, entitled, 'Polities and Prices,'
in which the writer shows that the unpopularity of
Home investments, the depreciation of console, eta,
mast be traced, not to the Budget, but to the policy
inaugurated by Mr. Chamberlain for the purpose of
furthering his Tariff Reform schemes, of maintaining
that British Industries were dying, and that dieuter
and destruction most be the
e fate of the Empire
under our present system. 'The tune that he performed
so ably bad been repeated with variations by the whole
host of his followers and lieutenants, a choral of CasBanana has sang our approaching doom in crashing
and ornshioe harmony.' The investing classes in sympathy with Tariff Reform swallow this story of inevitable doom with the utmost simplicity, and prefer to
put some of their money abroad; hence the unpopularity
of home investments largely ' arises from the necessity
with which one of the great Parties is faced of proving
that we are on the road to irretrievable rain.' The whole
policy of Tariff Reform is to ' crab ' the country for its
own ends.
against us. Bribery, intimidation, and trade pressure
will be used as never before. The trade will fight with
fury and desperation. It is said their gift to the Tory
war-chest is 21,000,000 darling, and we can well believe
it. All the unscrupulous and mendacious methods by
which the Moderates captured London at the last
municipal election will be employed in this great conBiel, and unless the conscience and intelligence of the
country can be thoroughly enlightened, the progressive
cause for the moment will be lost.
Tex House of Lords resumed the
Dummy Lords or debate on Lord Lansdowne's mooDummy Com- solution on Monday. Powerful
speeches were delivered against
mons?
the resolution by Lord Morley,
and Lord James of Hereford, and both speeches Required special weight from the personality of the speakers. Lord Morley showed ooncluslvely the unconstitutional character of the proposal to refer the Budget to
the country. He preferred a dummy ' House of Lords
to a 'dummy' House of Commons. Lord James, who
sacrificed the ambition of his life in order to avert
Home Rale, showed that legal considerations did not
affect the relations of the two Houses; there was a difference between what was law and what was Constitutional custom. He will vote for the Budget. Lord
Rothschild was implacable in his opposition. It seems
certain that on Tuesday night the Budget will be rejected and the first act in the drama of Revolution carried through.
A Chorus of
Cassandra/.
A Great Book for Preachers.
Tbe Cesohalty el the Cress.' Es Dr. P. T. Forsyth. Hodder and
liteophtem ss.
Tam is a timely book, and to preachers a book of immense
Confronted as we are are with a decline in the membership of the churches, and with a widespread uncertainty
as to what is I he Whin truth and what is not, • book like this
should have a wide circulation. What is needed is a Gospel
with power to build up churches, and Dr. Forsyth here sets
ft rib his conviction that the Cross, and that alone, supplies
what the churches need. The Cross is the central and crucial
thing in Cbristimity. There are four chapters:—The Atonement Central to the New Testament Gape'; The Atonement
Central to Christian Expezience; The Atonement Central to
the leading features of Modern Thought; and the Moral
Meaning if th-- Blood of. Christ. Each chap r is peck.d with
argument and der p thinking. The author pleads movincingly
for more theology. 'The prime nerd of religion to-day is a
theology. No religion can survive which does not koow where
it is. Ar d current religion does not know where it is. and it
hates to be made to ask. It bates theology. And amid the
distractions of the present time, this book carries the readers
into the very heart of truth. There sre many floe passages
in it—one on man u a conscience is superb in its analysis
and d r'ption of that regal faculty in man. The book is
one to read and ponder, anti points the way theOburob must
go if God's purpose is to be midi Mood and accomplished.
By this book the author has added to his already great repuPOLITICAL memories 11111 proverbi- tation as a Christian thinker and theologian.—A. J.
We referred bud week to the first
Speeches of day's speeches in the House of
solemn Warning. Lords which on the Tory side
proceeded on the astonishing assumption that the Howie of Lords had just as much
right to criticise and reject the Budget as the Howe of
Commons. As on that first day so throughout the
weak the weight of argument was entirely with the
supporters of the Budget. Even on the Tory side
weighty epeeohes were delivered against its rejection
by Lord Cromer and Lord Lytton. The truculence of
the Peers became more sabdusd as these speeches full
of ominous warning, were delivered, and when Lord
A Disastrous ally short, and is is well that Mr.
Rosebery, that rising hope of the stern and unbending
Steed should remind the country
Record.
Tories, delivered an eloquent oration strained the
of Lord Lenedowne's costly misBudget but in favour of its acceptance, the backwoods. calculations in the past. Lord Lansdowne left Mr.
men' began to look a little fooliel'.
Gladstone's ministry on the Irish Land question. Mr.
Gladstone was right, Lord Lansdowne has been proved
As a serious politician, Lord HOSP. to be egregiously wrong. As Governor-General of
Canada he had to deal with the Indian revolt under
Wry
is
now
finally
discredited,
A Gambler's
and the wrath of the men who RieL Here he utterly miscalculated the forces of the
Throw.
have circulated his Glasgow speech enemy, and attempted in the first instance to stamp
in millions the day following his latest deliverance was out the rebellion without any accurate estimate of the
comical. His foolish and exaggerated statement about forces under his own control. As Viceroy of India he
millions of money leaving the country because of the sought to re-establish British influence at Cabal, and
Budget, and ships hurrying sorties the Atlantic carrying here spin his disposition to undertake venturesome
bonds and stooks as balled we shell refer to later. Out policies without adequate preparations was illustrated.
of the six hundred Peers he considered only 150 of them But the crowning example is the South African war.
fit to vote, and trembled for the future of the House Not only did he mbaaloulate the cost, but be refused to
of Lords. Lord Milner, of course, supported Lord believe that the Orange Free State would make common
Lansdowne. It were surely ominous for the finances cause with the Transvaal, and a war, which was to be
of the country that these two men should once more be a mere picnic) procession, lasted nearly three years, re
in alliance. Not content with their gamble in Month quired an army of nearly half a million men, and wet
Africa, which was to have owl the country £10.000,000, more than 20,000 lives, and the lives of half a million
but ultimately oast it more than £200,000,000, they dumb animals. The managing-director of the war was
are now engaged in what Sir Edward Grey has well Lord IAnedowne, and bad all this happened a little
termed 'the throw of a gambler who is playing for a earlier in British history he would have been impeach.
ed. He made a similar miscalculation as Foreign Secbig stake.'
retary in relation to the question of Mor0000. Those
who, trusting his lead at the present crisis, recall his
PENTLAND
made
the
@p
ooh
Loan
record of disastrous miscalculations may well feel some
Weighty Speeches of his life, and effectively destroyed trepidation as to the fate that awaits them.
tor the Budget. the confident hopes of the Tory
wreckers that the Government
Ws may take it as certain that
'odd provide some means of avoiding the financial
A Supreme the Election will come In the fleet
ohms which would be involved by the rejection of the
in January, and it will be
week
Crisis.
Budget. This spread something akin to consternation
for Liberals and Nonoonformista
in the Tory tanks. He declared that anything that
monied of tampering with the privileges of the House of every shade to get the issue involved home to the
of Commons the Government would be no party to. intelligence of every elector throughout the country.
If the cardinal Constitutional Convention which had That the nation should fail in this supreme crisis to
hitherto regulated the relations between the two Houses vindicate the great principles of representative Governwere abrogated, it would produce a deadlock from which ment and political freedom is unthinkable. We canthere was no escape bat by some revolutionary change. not for a 813111913t believe that the British people Lave
But perhaps the heaviest blow of all was that dealt by ()hanged their character or forgotten their history. At
Lord Balfour of Burleigh. He criticised the Budget, the same time we must not make the fatal mistake of
though with none of the severity and bitterness of Lord underestimating the strength of the forces arreyei
'The Old Ileerlars.' Be Nide a. Swan. Retort Colley. is. dd.
Tine is a obarming story, replete with interest from the first
page to the last. It tells of a doctor's fall through drink,
and of how he won back self-ooutrol, and attained to high
Christian character. There is the unravelling of a love story
which is full of fascination and surprise.. This is a book to
read by all who love healthful and bracing literature, and
just the book to present to a friend. It coutainstwelve good
illustrations, and runs to over 300 pages.
'Thema. Shepherd. Piled.. Felker. red Founder el Harvard.' 114
Ali seeder Whyte, D.D. Oliphant. Asdersso and Ferrier. es. N.
Tale volume contains twenty-five addresses by one of the
most heart-searching preachers of our time. Every chapter
is a mine of spiritual gold. Not only do we meet Thomas
Shepard, but many other great souls in whose company Dr.
Whyte has long taken deep delight. For preachers in particular, and Christian people in general, this book has a burning message. It probes the soul and the conscience, bet it
also eats forth the infinite wealth of Divine grace. The
people who have heard these discourses spoken are to be envied, and all who read them will be amply repaid. For spiritual culture they are invaluable. Profound insight, fearless
courage, originality of thought and expression, and the tender
' wooing note ' mark the book from beginning to end.
'The Peek el Jab.' By the Rev. David Davies. Vel. 1. Simkie
Mersban mid Ce. 5. set.
Tllis is the first volume of a study of the book of Job which
might perhaps he called homiletical rather than critical. The
author is a minister who is—we judge from the preface—now
liviog in retirement and has devoted his leisure to the compilation of this book. The mcdesty of the preface would almost preclude any severe criticism, were it not that sometimes
in the discussions the author is hardly so modest in his estimate of the work of others as he promises to be. He will
have nothing to do with the theories of those whom be is
fond of calling the hypercritice,' under which bead we are
afraid he would include the author of tie commentary in the
Century Bible. Nor sre the critics whose views are so distasteful to him, so devoid of portico imagination as he would
have us believe. The style is rather florid, and more suitable
to the pulpit than the study. Occasionally it becomes loose
and involved. But the book might conceivably be found
useful for its homiletic suggestions. At any rate we can commend the plea which Mr. Davies puts in for preaching from
the text and its context rather than from an isolated *renter. e
A few obvious misprints disfigure the pager, e g. pre mted ' on
p. 25. The name of Delitzeon also appear. throughout shwa
of one of its consonants.—W. L. W.
THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
810
THE CENTENARY FUND.
WHAT THE CIRCUITS ARE DOING.
,,
■•■■=1.
Promised to Date—E200,000.
The Round Two Hundred.
Signs of a Revival.
A gracious work is proceeding on the Stockport First circuit. Within the past two months some two hundred conversions have taken place. Gatley, after many yeats of almost
hopeless struggle, is now rapidly improving. At Ebenezer a
' converts' band' is at work, and young men are bringing
young men. Sunday after Sunday decisions are being recorded
from the labours of these recruiting cflicere. The work is
most active at Hon DI Grove, where the chapel is crowded, and
the congregations overflow into the schoolroom, even filling
that. Praise the Lord! Chapels filling, and publichouses
emptying! The Rev. R. Crewdeon and his helpers are alive
to signs of tbe times. Every effort is being made to foster
the spiritual life of the community, and to care for the converts. Conspicuous in this work are Messrs. Acland, Bate,
and Antliff Yearsley. May the good work spread over Cheshire and Lancashire!
DECEMBER 2 1
SUNDAY SCHOOL
EXAMINATIONS.
mom
Connexional Prize Winners.
Not a few eager souls have been wailing for the round two
TEACHERS.
hundred thousand pounds in promises, and sincere thanksgivFirst Prize, Geo L Robinson, Victoria Bar, Y Bes...a
k
or
100 marks; Second,
ing will amend for the news we send out this week, that this
cond, Elizabeth H Carter, Tempest Plane,---,
total has now been reaohed. The final £50,000 may possibly
ham Harbour, 99 marks; Third, Philip E. Critchlow Ton
involve more labour, more generosity. and more sacrifice than
End, Tipton, 98 marks; Fourth, Beatrice Brown, Rite6,Th
ythe first £50,000, but we are now within eight of the goal.
971 marks; Fifth, Emilie N Ramiro, Clarkson St , Ipswich, ei
For some months we have seen the go it round a corner at to
marks; Sixth, Emily Milner, Lower Wortley, Leeds Sixth, 4ffe
speak; now the corner is past, and it is the last one, and we
marks; Seventh, Dora Cowen, Stretford, Manchester Fifth, es
have only a straight road before us. Every sovereign will be
marks; Eighth. Herbert J Pottage, Curzon St, Lei
a step nearer the mark. If we re-assert our belief that Mow
Third, 954 marks; Ninth, Mary J. St.aphens, Radcliffe St
Clop next June will see the promise list completed, it will be
Nottingham Fourth, 95 marks; Tenth, Mary Carter, Viet*,,
Old Hill, 94 marks.
on the basis of a reasoned optimum. Criticism will surely
now breathe its last, and grumbling give place to thanksgivSCHOLARS.
ing. We have attempted the greatest thing in our history,
Senior Division.—First prize, Francis Hullah, Welling
Invading the North.
and we are going to succeed.
Next week the President, Vice-President, and others will in- Oakengates and Wellington, 100 marks; Second, Bet., j
How Is It to be Done?
vade the North, and the invasion will be eagerly welcomed by Wild, Tranent, 99 marks; Third, Grace Eggleten, Newbury,
We are going to succeed, we say, but how? Not by op- the warm-hearted Primitives of Durham and Northumberland. 981 marks; Fourth, Frank Rodgers, Henshaw Street, Oldham
timism only, and certainly not by imitating certain politicians, All the circuits in the Darlington and Stockton Districts are First, 98 marks; Fifth, Dorothy G. Johnson, Beaton, 97i
who loudly affirm that £14,000,000 extra must be raised, but sharing the services of the President and his associates. Meet- marks; Sixth, Millicent Eggleton, Newbury, 97 marks; Seventh.
the duty of raising it mast devolve on somebody else. Our ioge will take place at no less than seven centres. At Stock- Margaret Sharp, Parliament Street, Winchester, 96 marks
Fond must be raised by ourselves. We have as yet made no ton and Bishop Auckland the Centenary gatherings are awak- Eighth, Frederick J. Stockdale, Gladstone Road, Se-agora';
general appeal to outsiders, and only a mere fraction has been ening the keenest interest, and the same remark applies to the Second, 951 marks; Ninth, Dero:hy Ager, Conference Hall,
Birmingham Fourth, 95 marks; Tenth, Violet Spittlehousi,
subscribed by members of other Churches If we have suc- district feat ra north.
Portland Place, Lincoln First, 94 marks.
ceeded so far by ourselves, we can succeed all the way. Espe- The New Era.
Upper Middle Division—First prize, Violet Mabel Radford,
cially so, when not nearly half our members have as yet beAs the information pours in from various parts of the concome subsoribere.
nexion the impression deepens that something like a new era Central, Derby Third, 100 marks; Second, Frank Cullingworth,
The time for honouring themselves by giving in their has dawned in relation to the Centenary movement. At Beeeton Hill, Leeds Second, 994 marks; Third, Leonard c.
names is swiftly passing, and if any appeal in this column last the Centenary has really gripped us. Some of the central Ash, John Street, Sheffield Fifth, 99 marks.
Lower Middle Division—First prize Rachel Sawdon, Bridcan turn them in the direction of a generous response, we gatherings are being organised on a scale and with a thoroughwould urgently request that they give in their names at once. ness not before seen since the celebration began. Only those lington Quay; Second, May Collins, Confe
rence Hall, Birming.
Many. circuits only need a little united effort to complete their in intimate association can appreciate the amount of hard ham Fourth ; Third, Celia Roberts, Wootton Bassett, Brink.
promise lists, and it is much to be desired that they utilise work the district and sectional secretaries are putting into worth.
Junior Division—First prize, Louis Robinson, Victoria Bit,
the winter months for this purpose.
these meetings. In several parts the appointment of sectional
At Appleby, in Westmoreland, the veterans of the circuit secretaries is being amply justified.
York Second, 100 marks; Second. Howard L Hill. Stratton
St Margaret& Swindon First, 99 marks; Third, Fred Fenton,
have held a meeting and raised £5 for the Central Fund. Here and There.
Some of those attending and taking part have been over 60
S windon and Leeds Districts have arranged fare-and-a- Fylde Road, Preston Second, 984 marks.
years looal preachers. They gave speeches, reminiscences, quarter railway tickets for persons from a distance attending
and some of them sang solos. John Pratt was chairman, and the President's meetings. Swindon executive is making a
George Jackson and James Lindsay were speakers. Cannot strong point of feeding the Press in anticipation of the centhis example be followed, or some other method used which tral Centenary gatherings. Another feature of the gathering
shall be equally successful. There is no easy road to success. will be the presence of the district officials to meet Sir Wil- THE executive of the Union met at Hartley College last Fri.
Hard work and ceaseless vigilance have been our mottoes from liam Hartley. At Bishop Auckland Mr. Jacob George, who day, the Rev. J. Johnson (President of the Union) in the
the beginning, and every week deepens the conviction that has recently joined the Central church, will give variations Chair. The General Secretary, Rev. S. Horton, reported that
there is no other way. In a few months the time for public on Centenary tunes at the organ reoital on Deo. 6th. Mrs. E. the handbook of the Union had been issued by the Bookroom
meetings will be past, but every circuit can work out its own B. Storr, the soloist, is certain of a warm welcome back to the under the title of ' The England of the Future,' at one shit.
salvation, if it will really tackle the matter in deadly earnest. church. Mr. J. R. Clapham will preside at the Stockton ling, and already circles were being formed for its study. See.
A long pull and a strong pull and a pull altogether will bring gathering. He is a large benefactor of the churches on the eral District centres are working vigorously, and where no
us to Mow Cop and Tunstall next June with triumphant local circuit and has given £300 to the Centenary fund. Mr. centre is formed arrangements are made for personal mem.
thanksgiving.
S. Hall, of Southport, has increased his Centenary gifts by a bership at headquarters by communication with the OrganA Red-Letter Week.
further donation of £100 for the Central fund.
ising Secretary, Rev. W. Curry. A movement is on foot for
May we here call the attention of all ministers and cirthe federation of the various Social Service Unions with a
cuit officials to the circular which is being sent in every
view to united and effective action, and Messrs. Johnson,
book.paroel, giving directions for the week of Thanksgiving
Horton, Name, and Curry were authorised to attend a meetand Self-Denial. April 3rd is Hugh Bourne's birthday, and
ing in Birmingham. Several amendments of the Rules and
it is proposed to celebrate the event by a thousand of birth- Tex Old Boys of Elmfield College, York held their winter Constitution are to be recommended, the principal of which
day gifts large or small. Hugh Bourne is conspicuous in re-union on Nov. 20th. It would be difficult to find another is the holding of the annual meeting about the middle of
our history for many things, and this amongst others that he college with snob facilities for the intercourse of Old Boys as Ootober, with conferences and public meetings.
As there seems to be some misunderstanding about the
was a GREAT GIVER. He gave money, he gave timber Elmfield, and this is largely due to the etrennous efforts of Mr.
from his yard he gave the labour of his hands, he gave his Cephas U. Hartley. Mr. C. C. Hartley worked most heroically Social Service Union, a circular is to be prepared, explaining
time he gave himself. All our people are invited to regard to revive the drooping interests of the college, and its present its character and objects. It was arranged to bold the next
the week preceding his birthday as a week of Thanksgiv- flourishing condition is to a considerable degree attributable Council the day before the Missionary Quarterly in Bradford
ing and Self-Denial. All may, and we hope all will, take to his energy. He is now a master in the college and mere if possible. The next annual meeting is to be held at Ten.
part in this new form of Centenary effort, but it is, in par- tary of the College Company. At the reunion the Old Boys stall during the Conference when there will be a reception,
essity determined to mark their appreciation of Mr. Hartley's great followed by a public meeting on Social Questions. The meetticular, an opportunity for those whose gifts are of nec
small. Everything will depend upon -how the matter is efforts. Mr. Parkin, of Sheffield, occupied the chair on the ing concluded with a vote of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Jona
taken up by ministers and officials. if thorough preparation coossion, and spoke in warm terms of what Mr. Hartley bad Davies.
be made at the December quarterly meeting, great success done. Mr. Slack, the head-master, on being called upon, said
the inception of the idea of a presentation to Mr. Hartley was
ought to be achieved.
due to two Old Boys, Messrs. Alloock and Maynard, as far
The Design.
The design, as stated in the circular is:—
back as 1906, when the possibility of Elmfield being again
let. To offer an opportunity to all our members, even the made a success was clearly shown. A loyal response had THE Sildsden, Keighley, Bingley, Skipton, Otley, and Gras.
poorest, of associating themselves with this historic move- been made to the appeal for subscriptions. It was the desire ington Local Preachers' Association held their half-yearly
meeting at Keighley, South Street church, on Nov. 20th. The
of the contributors that a piano should be procured, which
ment.
2nd. To afford an opening for those who, though able to should bear a suitable incription. The chairman, amidst loud afternoon session was occupied with a paper on Dr. Paste's
book,
' Christianity, its Nature and its Truth.' Mr..J. Copromise good amounts, have some objection to give in their applause, then made the presentation of the cheque, after
ley, of Keighley, presided. Mr. H. Robinson, of Guiseley,
which Mr. Hartley suitably responded.
names publicly.
gave the paper, and it was well thought-oat and read.
3rd. To invite even those who have already promised to
The able character of the paper was best proved by tbe dio•
offer if they will, some special gift at this time.
cession which followed. This was opened by Mr. J. Dunn, of
4th. To give to each and all, members, friends and symSilsden. The conversation was continued by several brethren.
pathisers—the privilege of helping to complete the fund by
and as very profitable session was concluded by a vote of
either promises or gifts, which shall be expressive of thanksthanks.
triving or self-denial, or both.
After tea a business meeting was held, at which the offiese.a
A VERY successful meeting of the London Women's Missionary
The Working Plan.
Auxiliary was held at the Herringay Church, November 26th. for the year were elected, and a splendid report of the year s
SELF-DENIAL WSW( will be announced to the members by Mrs.
work
was given by the energetic secretary, Mr. C. Kitchen.
Tyler and Mrs. Waple issued the invitations as hostesses
cards which will be hung in all church lobbies. These cards
should be in position early. About February a supply of for the occasion. There was a capital attendance. Mrs. H. J. An open. air meeting was held, led by Mr. J. E. Keighley, addresses
being given by Mr. A. H. Davison and Mr. P. W •
small envelopes will be sent to eaoh circuit. Each envelope Taylor presided, with Miss Dalton as vice-president. Both Whittaker. There was a public meeting, presided over hi
will have printed on the front an explanation of the object of ladies discharged their duties with grace and tact. The adMr.
Tom
Fletcher, J.P. Cheery, humorous, and brusque dethe effort, and a request for a gift. These will be distributed dress was given by Rev. J. Ritson, Connexional Editor, and
scribe him on this occasion. The first speaker was Mr. M.
in good time, and it will be important to have all in immedi- dealt with the claims of heathen womanhood upon the symMiddleton,
of Carleton, who delighted his audience with
ately after Hugh Bourne's birthday. For the rest the form pathy and help of the women of our Church. Rev. James speech on ' All things are ours ' The dominant note of his
of effort rests with the local authorities. It should not be a Pickett followed with some striking illustrations in support
address
was
intense spirituality. Other qualities were his
complicated or burdensome method of promoting the Centen- of Mr. Ititson's argument., drawn from his experiences in
mysticism, his poetic diction, his pare humour, his symary financial object, and a wise guidance on the part of circuit West Africa, and Rev. A. T. Guttery briefly, bat with his
pathy,
his
originality,
and then we fail to convey an adequate
authorities will result in bringing a large number of members usual ability, spoke of the work of the Women's Federation. description of his address. He was followed by Coon. J•
into the circle of Centenary donors who are at present outside. Duets and solos were beautifully rendered by Miss Hallett,
Preston,
of
Yeadon.
who
spoke on the need for courage in
Some Distriots are recommending that the offerings be placed A.T.C.L., and Mina Sarah Dawson, Sil. Med., L.A.M. Tea was
the fight for the Kingdom. He spoke with power and toin boxes on Sunday, April 3rd. In other oases they will be served, and the collection amounted to £5.
last
speaker,
the Rev. H. W. Shirtcliffe, of 115.
terest. The
collected. Young people of the C.E. Societies will, no doubt,
worth, in an address full of enthusiasm, dealt with Tee
willingly both distribute and collect the envelopes.
Church and Socialism.' The meetings were successful from
GEORGE ARMSTRONG.
every standpoint.
THOMAS GRAHAM.
THE
Hull
ladies
are
pushing
on
the
work
of
the
Auxiliary
42 Monkgate, York.
with commendable energy. On Wednesday last a drawingBolsover
room meeting was held in Great Thornton Street schoolroom, We have just finished our annual round of Missionary meetTye Pre-eminent Lard.' Bv Rev. J. Stuert Heiden. M.A. Madder which was tastefully decorated, Mrs. J. Shaw and Mrs. Todd ings, which have been most anocessful, the flOaDnial raaan
and Steselmes. as. ad.
THE Rev. J. Stuart Holden is one of the most prominent of being the bagasse& Mrs. Robinson presided over the meet- being greatly in advance of last year. Rev. A. E. Procter
evangelical Anglicans and a Keswick speaker. His intense ing, Mrs. Craven rendered two exoellent solos, and the Rev. served as deputation, and Rev. J. Taws addressed each meetspirituality, deep conviction, and tree manliness are manifest W. R. Bird gave an address on ' Home Evangelisation.' Quite ing. A wonderful box was opened at the Bolsover meeting
throughout this volume of sermons. The subjects are striking a number of ladies took part in the meeting, and £2 Os. 6d. on Thursday night, containing £7 16s , which had been
and well chosen, and the exposition clear and helpfuL They was realised. Mrs. Whitby, the secretary, announced that looted by Miss Mebane Overtop, who during the year bra
are searching, yet healing, and very valuable for devotional the Hall ladies had become missionaries, and two were going gone round collecting pennies from a number of weal
subscriber.
down to Bridlington to help to start an Auxiliary them.
study, and have the virtue of brevity and suggestiveness.
Social Service Union.
Old Boys' Day at Elmfield.
Local Preachers' Associations.
Women's Foreign Missionary Society,
London Auxiliary.
Ladies' Missionary Auxiliary.
DEMOBS 2, 1909
811
THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
Books for Young People.
STORIES OF NORTHERN PRIMITIVE METHODISM.
'Tug Redemption of the Duffer,' by Ernest Protheroo.
Robert Colley. 9e. 6d. This is • public. school story of onusual excellence. It is full of stirring adventures and amusing pranks about which boys love to regd. It is well illustrated, and would make a splendid gift for a youth. As s
By Wa M. PATTERSON (Author of "The Mills of Ood," "d Fateful Night," Ac.
dean, healthy, helpful story, it deserves aplomb% every Sunday
school library. ' The Sider Crum.' by E. Protheroe. Robert
Coney. Be. 6d. Boys and girls who love a thrilling
adventure should read this book. It tell, how a party
IT was the habit to name revivals of religion after the person was remarkable. There was a brattiest in the afternoon, England to seek for • relative on an unknown island in the
0,,d.odm the services, and fifty or sixty yam ago the North sod many more beyond the forty had • glowing experience
Booth Beer; how the ship was wrecked upon an uninhabited
of &Wand bad some mnspicoom women preachers, in the to telt
island, and a young man end hig two deters were the only
forefront of whom were Brame Newton and Mary Ridley.
Alec Pettitrow was them, end was in his element. Alec survivors. To seek for help, he left them, and then mirages
es
The latter was known 1111 Little Mazy. She wan from Wed wsa thee living at Ityhoce Colliery. To bear but onoe his
the girt, after showing true British pluck, were taken
cmberhod, and was ' • woman of a thousand. Converted hallelujah about, to me he spring into the air, his waits when captives and
carried off. How they fared, and how after many
a fourteen yearn of ago, she was put on the plan two years he alighted, his flop on to his knee. his thumping of the terrible and amusing experiences, they were delivered, is
,fterwords, and was one of the feet to visit Maryport an a form, and all his other athletic exercises in the course of his story with not a dull page.
musical place. At twenty she went to Akron, where she la- devotions, made it impossible to forget him fora lifetime.
' Through Flame and Flood,' by C. D. MichaeL la. 6d.
wood pretty much as a travelling preacher for over fifteen In addition to these demonstrations there were his recitals of
rors. 'Thereafter she spent much time in evangelietio wart his engagements with the devil. Many of the conflicts are In this book are sixteen true stories of heroism on land and
sm.
They are told in such a way as to kindle enthusiasm in
41 over the Border counties, going home in 1892, aged 77 mid to have taken place at Collercoats. On one occasion it
readers. ' Dick's Daring, or The Secret of Toulon,' by
isported that Also had been severely harassed. A happy the
Par'
A.
H.
Biggs. Is. Gd. This is a stirring story of the closing
Wyermouth was in a blaze soon after she went, which was
itraticonn struck him. Having • piece of chalk in his pooby month. after Tom Holmes bad been converted. 'Glory, ket, he wrote on the face of a rook a huge number of ciphers, ran of the eighteenth century, when England and France
were
at
strife, and will be thoroughly enjoyed by every British
glory, how the angel. gang I' But with such gociolios there crying out whilst doing so, Looks'ta here, devil, that's what
ma small chance of famine or failure. Ths people lived for thou is; thou's nowt, .Ace's WWI, THOU'S EMT.' And when boy. ' Auntie Am 's Bird Book,' by A. M. Irvine. 1. Here
are
twenty-four
delightful chapter. about birds, with sixteen
mi.. They went to chapel to see them saved. They be- he had run an array of figure nothings, he exclaimed exultod Ulustration. A book of remarkable value. ' Robert
antly, Now aa'U show yo what Jesus is,' and putting the figWeed God.
migrave's
Adventure,'
by Deborah Aback. le. This is story
It was a tremendous era, and some of the mightiest offi- ure ooe in front of the ciphers, be shouted at the top of his of °Mafiosos, in the great days of its history, sod is &religious
dab and minister. Primitive Methodism has known were voice, 'He'. sell that, and far main. Glory!'
tale
of
the
best
kind.
'
The
Taming of the Ranches,' by Arbrought to the Lord and fashioned for nervier on momentous
Alec was at the Pilgrim Street lovefout that Sunday afteroocsaiona like the Wyarmouth revival. They were tremen- noon, and while be was tolling his experience, a scene seldom gyll Selby. le. This story of Western Canada tells of the
stirring
life
and
exciting
adventures
of the pioneer settler.
dously saved, as the Bev. Robert Clemitzon glories in saying. witnessed in any assembly occurred. Men and women fell
and missionaries, and will win end hold the interest from start
Salvation, everything, indeed, connected with the Kingdom down as if dead, and forty persons Nought mercy.
to
finish.
Alan's
Paulo,'
by
F.
M.
Holm.. Is. A boy
of God, was tremendous. They believed in hallos, and pray' As nivvor sea croythin' like it,' murmured Tom, softly, as
= and spoke in capitals. ' Nothing was ordinary, MA of all he recounted the story. ' When aa tell ye that bait stand named Alan Sods on Ceder Idris abag containing a thousand
a prayer meeting. Heaven help as 1 We talk now about was done away wi', ye ethanol be 'apprised. By that aa moan sovereigns, and this fad is the beginning of a very interesting
urooschare,' and too often mean some zsphyr-liko waft, we had no tea time. We contiony'd the service rest on. Aye, story. ' Tubby, or Riiht About Fara,' by J. Howard Brown.
pleasing and sweet, which plays upon our spirits in the soft man, it mu grind. The jocose iv the heart wiz rennin' cot le. This Is a school story, written by one who knows boy,
god their ways. It is alive with interest and adventure from
anent sound of the /Holism harp.
iv wor eyes sal the time. Praise the Lord! And the work the
first page to the lent. Each of these seven books is good
.Power—zowzn--POWER ! '
went on. The number that got saved that day could nivvor value
for money, well-bound, and illustrated with good ploThat was the yearning heart-cry of our fathom sod their be towld. But joist be paint. When ye get up into that
spirits were never satisfied until it came and levelled the op- glory land, joist sal the reoordin' Angel, and he win tell ye, tting. The publisher. are 8. W. Partridge and Co., London.
u he has the soccont all not Ye joist need tell him it wig
erates of God before their face.
'Two Little New Zealanders,' by W. E. Cole. Is. ' DonLittle Mary's first services in Pilgrim Street chapel were when Mary Ridley, that grand little wommio,iwie at Pilgrim thy's Discovery,' by Mrs. Henry Clarke. Is. id. ' A DesperCanoe times. On the Monday night the grand wee woman Street He'll Mu in • mink. And as went to ask ye Wryer ate Venture,' by A. L. Haydn°. le. 6d All published by the
had pleaded with the people, and the members had ' held her chaps wine weer the inetorrymints in the hands iv God in Sunday School Union, London. The Sunday School Union
up in the arms of faith.' There was no sign. The prayer scheevin' this great socticoms? tall tell the. By men and has earned the gratitude of thousands of cantata and young
meting went on. Still the penitent form was vacant
wummin what didn't luau grammar, and lots o them was people by the healthy, stirring stories it hes published.
sad again the throne was besieged. Yet was there no tot! varry inoorrecirt wiv the or pronoonsbeeshions. But they three will be thoroughly enjoyed by all who read them. ' Two
Brotherin, get on tiv yor feet.' It was Tommy Pratt who cad touch the button, and make the bells Iv the city ring.
little New Zealanders ' is a splendid story. The adventures
spoke—Tommy of the saintly facie, crowned with the snowy
' Prayin', did ye my ? They fairly fumed thong's dv of the two children on board ship and in England captore
rand, known and revered by two generations. ' We will sing the promises, and Wood God dv His word. They wed hey the imagination. Dorothy's Digoov
ery ' is a story of a school
the hymn with The Lion iv Judah' koris till we get the ne nsymy. When sad Ralph Scott wig prayin', ruff men girl, whose varied experiences are told in a way that fascinates
trimmird, sod declared that his prayer went rest through the reader. Others will read it with pleasure, but girls with
victizey.'
The started, and they believed se they gang. Some of them. When Hugh Dombon gat a howld. he keept It till real delight. A Desperate Venture ' as pre-eminently boy's
book. DU a story of the French Revolution. A French boy is
them had to go in by—into the workings of the pit--at three God came dv his help. And theyor wig Taylor Ramey,
o'clock in the morning, and work a long and weary shift in author mighty man iv God, puffin' doon the Kingdom iv dark- brought out of danger to England. Watchful foes plot for
those days, and bad to drip and wash before they went to ness. Taylor oft said: ' Lord, If thou die not save these him to be taken back to Paris. How an English lad from
bed; but they swag on, with closed eyes and swaying bodies, folks, thou will make me Tarry bad.' He wig the forst mi.- Sussex accompanied him, and was the means of saving him
oblivious of the flight of time, bent on having a revelation toot clam loader as bed. And George Newby win the leader. and his little sister from execution, is a story that boys everyfrom on high before they left the sanctuary. For about an Now, he wig • grand and man. He towld his young men to where will revel in.
we nodding help prayin'. He said that wig the beet
hour they sang' With Christ in my heart and a staff in my pray
' Little Tots' A .B.0,' by Uncle Jack. 6d. 'Two In • Tub,'
baud,' and all the verses which brought in 'The Lion of Ju- way to get on for hivein.
by Aunt Bath. 6d. Playmate.' by Uncle Maurice. I...Frolic
' But now,they tall woe young moo to bev criokit club., ful- and
dah' chorus, when first cue and than another fell on the
Fun,' by Aunt Ruth. le. These are delightful Picture
led dub., and boodle club. to kesp them in the chord. Its Books for bd.'. folks. They are full of interesting dories,
Boor.
At length the singing stopped. The victory had been won. sal nomenoe—that's what ea think. What koept his ruff lade, and the eight of the covers will make a child's mouth water
when
we
wear
warned
to
shun
the
miry
'merinos
iv
evil,
All over the chapel men and women lay prostrate. The scene
to have commotion of the book. For winter evenings and for
defies description. That was the start, and the work went and come cot friv the world ? Nowt but the mime Iv grace, Christmas gif . nothing better could be chosen for children.
ce for six weaks, in which many rough men were mved, and and won closets—tryin' to pray till we coddent help prayin'. Greypaws, the Astonishing Adventures of a Field Mono.' by
have ascended after serving their Master faithfully and well. That's what kee?t h. They tell me gm for ower narrs—that Paul Crararick. 6d. 'The Christmas Children,' a Story of the
One of them was Edward power, who booms a prominent as want vridecie not a bit—that em aid Labial. Well, gal Marshes, by Dorothea Moore. 6d. ' The Squire's Young Folk,'
leader in the Midland Miners' Federation, and finished his try and bide name, for the young blood in the church is varry a Christmas Story, by Eleanore H. Stooks. id. These ars capicud. At onyrats that is my opinion.'
work just a few years ago.
tal stories for children. Boys and girls from seven years of
And TOM Holmes ig not alone in his opinion.
' When ad think shoot that revival, sod shoot the men that
age and upwards to seventeen will read them with phone.
There came a night when Taylor Ramsey and William Each book rung to 64 pages, has four illustrations, and is well
wee engaged in it,' Tom Holmes is wont to my, ' ma heart
melts within me. There wig sad Ralph Heron, Tommy Pratt Brown—Billy Broon, he was universally called—remained in bound with a picture on front cover. All them seven books
sod his bonnie heed o' hair, sad Tommy Einowbsal, end Hugh the chapel all night. There had been no souls saved, and they are published by B. W. Partridge and Co.
and Ralph flood, and Harry Dixon, and Nichol dared not go home. Souls in Wyermouth lay heavily upon
his and our Donkey.' By Amy Le Feavre. The Religious
HIni,sZ George Buckley, and a host of younger men every them, and they were in such an agony that sleep was imposible. Tract
Society. 2s. This is a delightful story for children.
That church must be very Napless whose floors have never.
at the terrines, and fully engaged in sal the earviceo.
Grown
up people read it with amusement and profit ' Us'
What splendid times. Notwithstandue the hang oars at the been sprinkled with tears. Weeping between the porch and
are
the
children of a Lincolnshire rector, who devise plans to
the
altar—
grumping
the
horns
of
the
altar
with
a
relentless
est, they seldom missed a night. A. to maser, as wie there
tvvery night, black as a craw. As win big sod strong, and teescity—keepiog a travelling vigil at the foot of the throw earn money to purchase • donkey. Their adventures kept the
the folk mod to wundor boo as stud it, for is wig there My until the vision appeared—waiting with blurred eyes, and village alive, and more than once put them in perils of maithe ford tiv the lest, shoot ten or eleven o'clock. When es throbbing hearts at the mercy seat until the Shokinala glory dent and death. It is one of the best books we have read for
Pt. washed for bed, as towld the Lord to let me bey sloop, bunt in all its regal radiance—these have been experiences to many a year and, besides its wealth of fan, it will help the
es at was a short one; and He did so for sal the six week., which mints of the Primitive Methodist Church have been no youngsters who read it to understand what a Christian really
sod as nivvor lost a single shift, nowther did as sleep the manger. Such life-shedding has always borne gracious har- Is. Better still, it will help them to be real and joyous Chrisdang.—J. A.
vests. And will do again.
eselev one mint too later Blom the Lord
Mary Ridley'. revival has not been at all alone in this reWell, when the week end came, we were on full work.
it is not by an
y means singular. John Dickinson, of
As bra been at cheppil on the Sottorday night until ten o'clock,
Middlesbrough, hells of days of fasting and prayer. Thomas
sad beck to the cheppil at three o'clock on the Sunday morn- =
HINTS ON EYESIGHT.
L
a% prgyin' for God to analogy the sowlegvin' work. Ac Calvert wee the leader of the movement to fast on Fridays,
✓et been at work at two o'olock on the Sentorday morello', sod axed he was also the leader of all-night prayer meetings in
wen mar done when es wont up to bed. As wonted to be Richmond Street Chapel. These meetings generally lasted
Rose-Coloured Spectacles.
TP at two, to take some coffee tiv a Mango gad men in the from ten o'clock on the Saturday night until about three on
schoolroom what bed refaced to gin dv onybody's boom, ay- dm Sunday morniog; and the Sabbath days following those
that the Lord end him wad task things own till they came fasting days and nights of prayer. were times of refreshing, BLEIN“ through rose-coloured spectacles is a term used by
mak. As but the Lord what time as wanted to be op, and Moire bothg converted and backelidergroolahned. ' At tome many writers to imply seeing things cheerfully, and yearn
gganoces of God was so manifest ago was taken literally, and some authorities actually pre'Thad Him to waken me. At two o'clock aa beard somebody of those all-night meetings the pprreesa
' Tom, get up.' When as went dam the =Mg mother and so powerful, that we were helpless, as it were. Praying or scribed cm-tinted glasses with the ides of benefitting their
Ned ivvorybody was asleep, and when es knocked ratio school- singing was out of the Tendon. All we could do was to patients. We now know better, and tinted glasses are ordered
mach more seldom than formerly. It has been found that
room door at • quartor to three wi' the coffee, the stronger weep. Sometimes some of us were filled with laughter.'
The laughing glory' did not die with the generation of the so-called intolerance to light as most frequently due to eye
'Come in, Lord.'
strain
caused by defective vision, and that when clear glasses
the
splendid
sixties.
As
recently
es
1891
Mien
Balmer
and
wasn't a man short of forty, sitar a hard week's
Work, at that prayor mean' at three o'clock i' the moron'. Mime Flora Welton—thy have changed their names gime then of the proper curative are supplied the eye-strain comes, so
the
disfiguring
colour is not required.
—
began
a
mission
at
Melon.
After
en
grade
experience
out,4•11 what a time we hull It elwig nomad to me as if the
Accurate lenses, combined with the paled system of sight41s1 wasn't bogy it that any oor, and that He bad time for side, and not a very encouraging one inside, en ell-night meetfor as was ravage in such a melds' afore or since. It wig ing was hold, and ' there came such a light and glory' around testing so efficiently carried out by Mr. Aitchison, the optiea Marvin had come to ord. We went home @login', the pleading few that some laughed, some fell. others wept. cian, of 12 Chespaide, London, E.C., ensure great benefit to
who suffer from defeats of vision, and the oppor▪ we red no more help gingin' than we cad stop the gun friv ' Victory I' shouted good old Brother Dixon. Him victory, all
for 001111OrSi01111 went on for weeks afterwards.
y should not be neglected. Mr. Aitchison makes no
Members and gookitisa who pay the prise Can have like Tin- charge for advice, and the purchase of glasses, for which
With mach s dart is that there can be little wonder, with
most moderate prices are charged, is optional.
•
SY Spirit fled men in a moiety, that 01 day throughout ting= of power sod ealvaliou now.
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'THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER.
812
Services
and.
In Memoriam.
Preachers.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5th.
BERMONDSEY, ST. GEORGE'S HALL. OLD KENT
ROAD, S.E.. Rev. Joseph Johnson at 11 and 7; Rev.
Joseph E. Gilbert at 8.15
BLACKPOOL. Chapel Street (facing the Central Pier). Rev.
J. Bradbury at 10.45 and 6 30. People's Service. Thursday, 7.80 to 8.30, Quiet Hour. Visitors heartily invited.
CALEDONIAN ROA D N. (corner of Market Road), Rev. W.
Roberts at 11 and 6.80.
CULLERCOATS, st 10.80 and 6.30.
CUSTOM HOUSE. RA, W. H. Richardson at 11, and Rev.
F. S. Clulow at 6.80.
HARRINOAY, Mattison Road, Rev. J. Pickett at 11 and 6.30.
HARROGATE Dragon Parade, Rev. W. Younger at 11 and
6.80.
MATLOCK. Mellott Bank, Bev. T. Mitchell at 10.80 and 6.80.
NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNR. Central Church, Rev. T. Sykes
at 10.80, and Rev. A. Lowe at 6.80.
NEWC • STU:I-ON-TYNE, Maple Street Church, Mr. J. H
Joplin at 10.30 and 6.30
SHEFFIELD, Central Mission, Cambridge Street, at 10.45
and 8.80.
SOUTHPORT March Street, Rev. J. T. Barkby at 10.80, and
Bev. F. Holmes at 6.80.
SURREY CHAPEL. Central Mission. BLACKPRIARS
ROAD S P (ten minutes' walk from Ludgate Circus),
Rev. J. Tolefree Parr at 11, 6.30, and 7. Evening's
Subject: "Is Man Immortal."
TUNDRI nne WALLS, Rev. W. Potter at 11, and Mr. H. C.
Hayler at 6.80.
Connectional Evangelists' Engagements.
MR. J. B. BAYLIFFE, Huddersfield, November 28th to
December 5th.
REY. JOSEPH ODELL. Rvde. Ventnor, Outfield. Newport, Isle of Wight, November 20th to December 9th.
MISS PURRETT, Manefield, November 21.1 to December
9th.
Evangelists' Engagements.
MRS
UNISON, Midsomer Norton, October 10th to December
17th.
KR. ANTHONY DODDS, Inekesend, Cambs., November
26th to December 8th.
MR. ALBER V SHSRESHY, Driffield, December 4th to
8th.
CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS.
Organizing Secretary's Engagements.
Saturday, December 4th, Marsden; Sunday and Monday, Pecember 6th and 7th, Jarrow ; Tuesday, December
7th, Molten.
Births,
Marriages, Deaths.
The late Rev. W. Whitham.
As a recent colleague of the late Rev. W. Whitham I would
lice to tender a brief tribute of praise to hie memory. To
know him was to know a afoot genial soul. and to labour with
him was a real pleasure. To see him fighting against a totteaming house of fl-eh was an impressive eight. Our departed
brother died in harness. Only four days before he bade adieu
to earth he was lecturing, and he practically continued his
work up to the day before his death. One is glad to think
of the end in this way. It was characteristic of Mr. Whitham's
life. He loved to be at work. How he struggled to continue
in toil, and keep up the speed of his former daye was often a
pathetic spectacle. An easy life he did not know. He gave
much time and thought to social, political, and religious quee
tions, and was ever happy when he was waging war upon
the evil of intemperance. He made a bold stand against enfeebled health, and there were times when one thought he
would triumph, but alas! death's strong hand laid the warrior
low. He gave to Primitive Methodism a ministry full of
labour, and his reward will not be small. He abounded in
sympathy and kindness Wherever he went he carried an
atmosphere of geniality and pleasantness. He has gone from
us, but his work remains. Oae bide him farewell with the
words, 'Soldier of Christ well done l'-0. M.
Death of the Rev. James Richards
West Patton
dent that the end could not be far off. He became
of this himself; and only about a week before hi
walked into the garden, and came back saying, e ,L,27
b."
ee 0111
my last walk in the garden; I shall never see it awn.. a
it was so. After this he eank rapidly. The &mew
took lai
in Carrington church banal ground. The service vow
ducted by Revs. R. W. B. Whiteway and .
H. Hams
p esence of a large number of friends. Hui loos wi
ll be ,77
a nd his place difficult to fill.
Mrs. Emma Latham.
Tax Qaeen's Road Society of the Halifax Second cireort
sustained a great loss by the death, on
, November 3rd. of•
Latham, the beloved wife of our respected circuit
hn
ate
Mr. Jonah Latham. Born at Wrockwardine Wood, fifty.t
years ago, she from her childhood was associated wi th ft
tive Methodism Her great delight was to recap the n m.(
u
the ministers who had visited the house of her panam,,,i
whose prayers with the family had made a deep in]
•
upon her. Coming to the West Riding over thirty yew
she was united in marriage to Mr. Latham, and never
made a better wife and mother than our deceased sinew. Be
interest in everything good was of the deepartcharacter. gh
was unostentatious in her piety, self-forgetful, and emieently
useful in quiet service. For many months she suffered ben
cancer, but her sufferings were borne with great patience ay
faith. Almost her last words were, ' He is very near to zee
The funeral was attended by a large number of some*
friends and relatives, and was conducted by the Rev. (harp
E. Lloyd. A memorial service was conducted the following
Sunday evening by the Rev. G. E. Lloyd.
ON
Saturday last, Nov 27th, the Rev. J. Richards suddenly
passed away after an illness of a few hours' duration. On the
previous day he attended the Free Church Ministers' Fraternal, and appeared to be in good spirits, though suffering from
chest complaint. But on his return journey he had a serious
heart seizure which necessitated his being taken home in a
cab. Medical aid was speedily forthcoming, but without
avail, and lie passed hence at 2 30 am. Deceased spent a long
ministry of 43 years mainly in the area covered by the old
Bd. k worth and Bristol Districts. Born at St. Ives, Cornwall,
in 1842, the late Mr. Richards remained to the end a typical
son of hie famous county. Though his parents were devoted
Wesleyan, at the age of 16 he became connected with our
Church, being lent to assist the choir, and found Primitive
Methodism more suited to hie temperament. He was converted when 19. and had a vivid recollection of that experience. Very soon he became en exhorter, and as a local preacher witnessed many conversions. Re c im mended by his circuit
for the ministry be passed hie examination, reaching the Re
serve List, and in 1865, was-stationed at Southampton, removing to Winchester two years later, where he finished his probation. Siocethen he has travelled at Newbury (twice), Salisbury,
Ayiesoury (twice), Cirencester, Stroud, Swindon, Banbury,
Froms, Bath, Knighton, Madeley, superannuating at Newbury
in 1908, where he continued to reside. He filled not et of the
positioned honour in hie Districts, and was ever held in high
esteem by his brethren. His life was given for hi. Church in' Ia.
boars more abundant,' and in journeyinge oft' l'here was no
uncertain note in his Gospel, sod big own intense experience
made him a firm believer in the saving power of Jesus Christ.
He felt sorrow's keen thrust in the death of We only eon at the
age of 22, just when he gave much promise of great useful.
need. We extend to his sorrowing widow and daughters our
deep sympathy, and pray that they may be divinely comforted
The funeral took place on Wednesday at the Newbury
Cemetery.
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and under 11/-; each additional 10 words or lees Id Noideee, together
with remittances, to be delivered at the Lamm Oynon,73 PADDINGDoN &ream LONDON, E.O., by Tuesday morning
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DEATH.
cuits will learn with regret of the sodden death of Mr. Jesse
Ataswer.—On November 25th, at Helmsley, Lucy, widow of C. Dadman, at the age of thirty-five yeare, at Deiby,Qaeone
the late William Allenby, aged 51 yeare
land, Australia. Born at Ludgershall, in the Andover circuit,
DODMAN.—nn October 16th, at Dolby, queneland, Australia' of a Godly parentage, his father and his grindfather and
Jame Caleb, the only son of Mrs. C. Dudman, Basinge.olte, aged 35 grandmother all having been in their day highly-respected
years.
local preachers. he was nurtured in the tenets and belief,. of
Reonanes. -On November 27th. at his residence, Montague our great Church. On coming to London he was in member.
Villa, Newbury, Berk', the Rev. James Richards, aged 67 year.. ship at the then Trinity Square church, under the ministry of
Interred at Newbury, December 1st.—" With Christ, which is the Rev. J. Flanagan, and, on leaving there, he joined the
far better."
Holloway circuit. The anthorities there struck by hie devoted
IN MEMORIAM.
character and great abilities, put him on the plan, and later
Drnocs.—In affectionate remembrance of Emma Jane, the recommended him to enter our ministry. In view of this, he
saintly wife of the Rev. Joseph Dinniok, of Northwood. She became hired local preacher on the Melton Mowbray circuit,
triumphed over death, 26th November, 1906.
but after being for a short time thus engaged, owing to the
DDNN.—In loving memory of our dear mother, Hannah Dann,
sodden death of his father, Mr. Caleb Dudman, he had to
9 St. John's Road, DriMeld. who entered into rest, December 7th, sacrifice his heart's desire, and think only of that aged mother
ed
71
years.—"
Sorrow
vanquished,
labour
ended,
1908, ag
and sister that are to-day loft feeling the loss of a loving son
Jordan parsed."
Burma —In ever fond and loving memory of my dear uncle and brother respectively. He now joined the Upton Park circuit,
where he rendered noble service as a local preacher and
(John Rutter, of Cambridge), who entered the Homeland
December 7th, 1906.—" God takes our beloved ones from our church worker; and it was whilst here he was very largely
instrumental with one or two others in founding what is to
homes, but never from our hearts."
day the 'East London Local Preachers' Association.' Some
five years ago the state of his health necessitated hie removal
Ministerial Changes and Engagements.
to Australia, and though in the far-away parts of that country
he yet. as was evinced in his last letters, took a pride in our
The Rev. C Lonestaff will leave Coxhoe circuit in 1910. • connexion,
and he ever delighted to have and read all the
The Rev. J Burkitt removes from Gainsbarongh in 1911.
Rev. H. Allen will be leaving Dartfort and Northfleet Sta- news conveyed to him in the Leader. So away yonder, far
from
loved
ones
and old friends, the call has come, and so we
tion in 1910 having completed two years of probation.
The Rev. W. J. Peatfield will leave Sheffield Fourth in 1910 prepare to follow after him.
at the close of hie probation.
The Rev. H. Pickup will remove from Leeda Sixth in 1911
Mr. T. Unsworth.
after a term of five years.
Grange Villa Married People'. Choir anniversary held on Nov.
14th. Aconoert was given by the Married People's Choir; chairman, Kr Jas. Simpson. of West Pelton. After the wooed a ennper was provided to which upwards of 300 people sat down. On
Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock a eervice of song,' Songs and
Scenes from the Life of the Rev. Jae Flanag in,' was given
by the choir. The connective readings were given by Mrs.
B. Dennison. Sermons were preached morning and evening
by Mr. Joe. Riohardson, of Newfield, Proceeds fur the Trust
Funds were E30 0.134.
DECEMBER 2, INA
WITH grief we record the loss to the Carrington church of
Mr. T. Unsworth, who died on Nov. 8th, in the 83rd year of
his age, after a very painful illness. For many years he has
been a most devoted servant of our came, and has rendered
generous support. The ministers were always welcome goads
in his home, and between him and many of the older ministers there was an intimate friendship. No man wee ever
more steadfast in his adherence to the principles of Nonconformity. Again and again he has stood fearlessly in the face
of strong opposition in support of the Free Churches. For
some months his strength had been failing, and it was evi-
Personal.
Tas King has appointed Mr. John Wilson. M.P. for la
Durham, a member of the Senate of Durham University.
Rai. T. J. WATSON has been elected to the Presidency tt
the Houghton-le-Spring Free Church Council.
Ws are glad to learn that the Rev. C. Longstaff has greedy
improved in health, but although much better he is not yet
able to resume full work.
REV J. JAMIESON, of Sunder'apd, is slowly recoverin g his
health, but is not yet able to resume his work fully. We
trust he will soon be completely restored.
Ws regret to learn that the Rev. W. Robson, of Orrell, I
again very unwell and compelled to seek relief from his circuit. It is anticipated that a complete rest will restore his.
Tax Rev. J. L. Williams, superintendent of the ReihM
Station, has been elected vice-president of the Reigate aid
Redhill Free Church Federation.
Atty. W. Mirror; has been appointed by the Worksop Board
of Guardiene to be the Nonconformist Chaplain for the ism %tee of the Workhouse and Infi mary, and is to receive fa
his services a remuneration of £10 per year.
Penally& METHODIST'S are to be well represented on the
Lincoln and District C.E. Union this year as the president, Mr.
Geo. E. Jennings, one of the vice-presidents, Rev. T. A.
McCready, and the hon. secretary. Mr. Frank El ingworth,
are all belonging to the Leicester Second circuit
Ma Court. Oso. Baowe, J.P., of Thetford, who recently
underwent a severe operation at Norwich Hospital, has so far
recovered that he returned to his home on Saturday. lie lus
had a long and honourable connection with the Medea
cirroit.
Tux address of Ald. J. Brearley, J.P., Missionary Treunne
for the Bradford and Halifax District. is given in the Conference Miontes as Horton Street, Bradford. It should he Herton Street, Halifax. Mach inconvenience has been mosaicsed in consequence of the misprint
THE many friends of W. Roberts, Esq., C C , and a Ices]
preachtr of the Knighton circuit, will be pleased to learn flail
he has been appointed • Justice of the Peace. Mr. Roberts has
been a faithful servant for many years to the Kni g hton eVrail. Also, on Municipal matters in the County of Radio,
he has been keenly interested, and rendered much good eerrire.
MUCH sympathy is felt for the Rev. E W. Gibson, of South
Bank, Eaton circuit, on account of the sudden death of hi
wife. Though she had been unwell for a few days, polkas
serious was feared, but on the morning of Tuesday, the OA
inst, Mr. Gibson wee horrified to find that she hat expired
dnriog the night. The funeral took place at Brighonw, ea
S iturday, but before leaving South Bat k a service was bald
in the church. The Rev. B. W. floaith conducted. and tie
Revs. M P. Davison, W. J. Ward, and 0. B. Richardson most
part Mrs. Gibson wag much beloved in the town.
Cocoa in the Christmas Hamper.
Ce' Isnue is drawing near, and soon many of our model
will be preparing small hampers for their friends, or to Os
to those who would not otherwise participate in the PT* °I
Chriatalaa.
In former years, when the value of Cocoa was lees widelf
known, it was invariably the custom ro include a pound el
tea among the other articles in the yearly ham. N. doel4
often ioclvdei
this was aoceptabte, but to-day a tin of Cocoa iss
by those who desire to give a beverage of recognised Nod
value—ooe that wilt do good and at the same time give p!rw"
are to the recipienta
There are many reams why this should be so. A ‘46
lik a Rowntree'd is an appetising drink, sod a fo xi, too: it "
noun shing sod suitaioing, it warms and cheers. Ittaides. il
wig,
has the delicious It nentree ' Flavour, which would h w,
apprecieted
appreciated by he recipients of these Christmas Hampers...
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DgegV130 2, 1909
THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST' LEADER.
81g '
CHURCH HEWS.
eorentrY Second
On Nov. 23rd the Wednesday seeming sewing
don
elms, Paradise chapel, met to celebrate the
services were held on Nov. 21st 70th birthday of the president of the edam,
rhea Mr. E. Smith. a veteran lay Mrs. J. A. Carrell After tea she was preof the Brink worth Dietriot, preaoh- sented with a handsome gold brooch. Many
oming and evening to good coo- kindly expressions were given In regard to
il'a!ak Po Sooday evening Miss Eszing- the valuable strrioes of Mrs. Carrell
When I survey the wondrous
Darwen
• Oa Monday Mr. Smith delighted the Our quarterly Sunday school convention was
iabowe vrith his popular lectare on
reeently h 1d in our Redearth Road school
Lockwood.' The chai was taken Mime .
Townsend presided over the evening
Buckingham, supported by Bev. J. meeting, when Mrs G. Armitage, of Oldham,
This visit will long be remembered gave an address on ' Woman's Work in the
Sunday School' Sister Jennie ably introeIL
gyro...ford
dewed the subsequent discussion. Kra. Armgiesionary anniversary was held in the itage's service was very highly appreciated.
tut week, when Mr. John Moseley, of
Redesith Road.—On Thursday and Saturgserge's Hall, London, did good service as day, November 18th and 20th, we held a see
won. Mr. Moseley preached at Church of work. The opening ceremony was perend Barley on the Sunday, and at these formed on the ti st day by Mrs. B Lomax,
sad Newbridge addressed meetings Mrs. Lydia Fish presiding. On the latter day
the week, and by the aid of lantern Mr. John Collision officiated as opener, with
brought the work of the London South Mr. James Hay as chairman. Great pleasure
Mission very vividly before the people. was expressed when at the close it was intiwere large companies at the meeting, mated that over £127 had been raised. On
the income was in advance of last year, the Sunday the church anniversary wu celeh trade is very slack in the town. The brated, when sermons were preached by H.
people rendered good service both as Champion, Esq., of Blackburn. In the afterand as speakers at the Juvenile noon a P.8 A. was held. The choir, with Mr.
p. Praise is also due to our lady ool- James and Mr. Joe. Duckworth in charge,
and our chairmen, Messrs. R. Hu- contributed helpful items. Miss Kay was the
principal artiste, and excellent service was
we, J. Scott, and J. Slater.
given by Mr. Champion by his splendid adlath rirSt
dress and reeding..
some months past the members at Westsorest
Buildings have been uniting in prayer,
at the Sunday and week-evening @s- Half-yearly anniversary services were held on
ees have experienced great blessings and Nov. 21st and 22nd. Preacher, morns, g and
the power of God. Services in connection evening, Rev. William Potter. of Tent. idge
SS the Centenary Simultaneous Mission were Wells, whose sermons were full of inspiration
selected by Rev. Tiler Tyers, Mr. H. Haut, and greatly appreciated by large congregaed shire. and the outpouring of God's bleu. tions. In the afternoon a musical service
(mg was realised. Anniversary services held was given, presided over by J. G. Priestley,
Spe ith and 8th were conducted by Rev. A. Earl Several organ solos were rendered en
A Kidwell. In the afternoon a mueioal ser- the new instrument by Mr P B. Dray. Mrs.
ies was arranged; chairman, Mr. C. H. Herbert "'inborn rendered Toe Singers,' the
Beeler. 0 o Monday the public tea was held, ohuroh oh lir also rendering the anthem' Abide
was kindly given by Mr. and Mrs. W. J. with Me' (Rogers). On Monday a public) tea
Poker, also the anneal meeting, and an inter- we. held, arranged by the ladies' committee,
s* lecture on ' Reminiscences of South to which nearly 100 sat down. and after a
Africa,' by Rev. A. A. Kidwell. The more- social hoar the pnbio mooting was held, over
try reported an increase of membership for which W. Nerrish. Fro presided. The
Ps put year, and the treasurer showed a speakers included Revs. E. .1. T. Begun, P.
etiolactory bala
noe sheet. The services M. H 'yle, and Mess.. M. T. Wigham and Chas.
pored very snooessful. We are pleased to Piohoro. The minister, in a brief report of
seta that Mr. Councillor H. Green, our assist- the work of the church, spoke of the healthy
est circuit steward, has been returned un- condition of every branch of the work and of
opposed to the City Council, this making his the enthusiasm with which' he members of the
tared term of service. Not only hove our church carry out their various duties. The
Moister, Rev.Tyler Tyers, and Mr. Councillor anniversary was spiritually and financially
IL Green been elected as president and vice- successful.
Fulham
penident respectively of the Free Church
Canoed for the ensuing year, but the Chris- On November 21st we held the mooed of our
tie° Eadeavoar Union has also conferred the perks of popular monthly services. The
insideocy upon our minister, with Mr. O. H. church was foil and the service was inspiring
Hacker, our devoted circuit steward, as hon. and helpful. Rev. E. D. Pigott preached a
mastery of that Union a position he has special sermon to young men, and Miss Mabel
Price sang ' A Winter's Story' and ' Nearer
Sly filled for the past foUrteen years.
my God to Thee.' At 816 we held our
Birmingham Third
monthly lantern lecture in the looters hall, the
kegent St. celebrated their 59th chapel anni- subject being ' The Song of the Saul.' Mess &
versary on November 21st and 22nd. Rev. I. T. H. Dawson and E. J. Pegg presided at the
Beentnall, of Dawley, preached on Sunday, lantern, whilst the lecturer was Rev. E. D.
lad the congregations greatly appreciated the Pigott.
mirages. The Birthday tea on Monday was
Grimsby First
great ancoess, the night mewing being sealed over by H. Bellingham, Ifeq , of West The foundation stones of a new Sunday School
at
Healing were laid on Thursday, November
Beoswich. The Rev. I. Brentnall centered on
'L we, Courtship, and Marriage.' The anniver- 25th. The extensions provide for schoolroom,
Church parlour (or Young People's Room),
my has been a splendid success.
heating chamber, and new entreats to present
Blackpool
chapel, and the estimated cost is .4460. ToA linoteentenary mission has been conducted wards this Dearly £90 is in the bask. The
a Wallowa, by the Bev. John Bradbury. chief stone was laid by Mrs. J. C. Wright, in
Serer befoul has the church had such an memory of her husband, who was the chief
Nowise*. Toe windows of heaven have instrument in securing the whole of the cost of
lean opened. The Holy Spirit has been in the chapel. 0 her stones were laid by Mr Joe.
or midst, and great wonders have bean Barker and Mrs. Henry Chapman. Bricks
fight in the name of the Holy Child were kid by some of the young people, and
SIIka. Believers have been edified and es- in the evening Councillor 0. W. Basket, the
tablished in the faith, and sinner. orniverted deputy circuit etewar.1, presided over a public
!Ito God. Anglicans, Congregational, Wes- meeting, addressed by Revs. T. H. Kedward
1714 Methodist*, as well as a great many of and A. Jobb.
'tr own Church, have found their way into
Lowestoft
iNuiry room and been recoonailed to God. The annual hamar, in aid of the lit. Peter's
Bradley Green
Street Enlargement Food, we. held in the
Charlm Dudley, in connection with our schoolroom on Wednesday and Thursday, the
6gyel anniversary, BrIndley Ford, preached 24th said 26th lost. The Mayors.. (Mrs. W.
Ac) sermons, and gave us his popular lectors, Ilebbs) opened the proceediegs on the first
' Odds and End., or Noss from my day, and hi a. Thackrah (widow of the late
. 41) Book.' On the Saturday evening the Rev. J. Thectirrab) on the second day. The
'Inwts Glee Party gave selectices, and on proceeds &connoted to £63 net, which is more
Ii Bunchy the singing, conducted by Mr. C than £10 in advance of last year.
was very good. The coils:aloes were
Lymm and Altrinoham
17. 2d.
The church at Broadheath is in a more flour
fishing condition than for some lime put It
Bristol
wener ohapel held a socossful Jetsam is growing both in numbers and in spiritual
sib of work on Nov. 16th, 17th, and 18th, to life. Geed and profi•able meetings were held
440. £100 for the purchase of the ground on in enamellist with the Simultaneous Missioa,
'"ilth the chapel stands. Mrs. T. H. Batten which was conducted by Mr. W Chrimes, of
_told on the first day, Mr. T. H. Batten pre- Hartley C Mega. Much blessing attended the
'"'"11
• The opener on the second day was services. A very successful sale of work ikes
•uesrmss O.J. Low; chairman, Coon. M. M. 'asst been held. The sale was opened on the
day by Mrs. G. L. Welford, and on the
rr on the third day war Mrs. A.
..,...
4' llidwirM
Mar. A. Pops presiding. The total • mooed by Mrs. Proctor Smythe. Over £80
r
i, maned was 1.8 13a. Ati. Bev
Mari for beautifying the premiss', and pay"""11 thanked all who bad welded.. A. A ing oft a deficit ea among amount.
E
The folkewisyr Primitive Methodist "sinister:, among many
others, have tried and commended "
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Rev. J. roster.
Rev. J. Prouton.
Rev. J. Redhead.
Rev. T. A. Thompson.
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Miner
We have just held at ' At Home,' which has
been a remarkable success. By means of
bowers of chrysanthemums and evergreens
the schoolroom was transformed into a Japanese tea garden. Five hundred fairy lamps
of varied hues were utilised for purposes of
illumination. Light refreshments and a splendid musical programme were provided. There
was a very large attendance, the ' garden '
being crowded with visitors throughout the
evening. The second night was reserved for
our Sunday school scholars, and the proceeds
were devoted to the trust funds.
Baths=
At Tooting, on Nov. 14th and Ibth, special services were held to celebrate the complete renovation of the church. The preachers were
in the morning Rev. T. Peatfield, and in the
evening the Rev. G. Davies. At 3 p.m. a
musical service by Tooting Baptist choir;
chairman, James Petts, Esq., of Clapham. On
Monday a great pablio meeting was held at
8 p.m ; chair was taken by J. G. Metcalf, Esq.,
of Wandsworth Common. The speakers were
Revs. Peter Kay and John Day Thompson.
Proceeds £9.
Barnsley Seoond
The Band of Hope anniversary was celebrated
at Darton on Sunday and Monday, Nov. 21st
and 22nd, when appropriate sermons were
preached on the Sunday by Rev. W. Atkinson
to good congregations. On Monday about 180
persons partook of an excellent tea. Afterwards the children went through a series of
action songs, dialogues, recitations, etc. It
was the most successful anniversary ever held
at the chapel. Pioateds over £5.
Birkenhead Second
Anniversary sermons were preached at Mount
Tabor church on Sunday last by Prof. Wardle, B.D , of Hartley College. There were
large congregations. Professor Wardle addressed a great Brotherhood meeting in the
afternoon. Madame Dora Stockton sang two
solos.
Bradford Fifth
Quarterly meetingwss held on November 25th.
During the quarter a Simultaneous Mission
has been held at each church, attended with
much blessing. The C.E. anniversaries at New
Hoy Road and Dudley Hill, splendidly served
by Revs. J. Morrison and W. D. Cox, have
been very successful. The Dudley C.E. has
pledged itself to raise £50 for the new school,
sanction for the plans for the building being
given by the quarterly meeting. The payments to the Centenary Fund have reached
£322. It is intended to hold a circuit Centenary celebration on May 29th to 30th, for
which the services of the Rev. T. Sykes have
been secured. Exceptional prosperity is attending the work at Dudley Hill, and our
minister's young people's services have been
made a benediction to many.
Chester-le-Street
Most successful missionary services have just
been held in the circuit. The Revs. W. Campbell, M. Pattison, and Joseph Johnson, of
St. George's Mission, 'served admirably as deMr. Johnson's lantern lectures,
putation.
especially describing his work in 8.E. London,
were much appreciated. Nearly £97 has been
raised which is in advance of last year.
Darlington
A fine marble memorial tablet has recently
been unveiled at Rise Carr church to the late
Mr. T. Atkinson. Mr. Atkinson was a benefactor to the church funds and an official for
forty years. Mr. T. Vipond, of York, a perwool friend, uncovered the memorial, and
dwelt interestingly uponthe characteristics of
'Action 2, illeg
Mr. Atkinson. The Rev. 0. Humble conduct- Name delivered a lecture entitled,' Woman,'
mlr
ed the service, and said the tablet in what it Mr. T. R. Kizer being the chairman. The ser- A P
delightful' Men's Effort
was heldTte
es
commemorated should sot as an inspiration vices were continued on Nov. 14th and 16th, Saturday Nov. 20th at Cobo ra sBereft.
to the young people. Mr. D. Northall also when Rev. H. J. Taylor was the preacher. men of the church worked hard greet,
delivered an appreciative address.
Leige congregations assembled on Sunday, blether a large quantity of clothes, -ese„,
Guernsey
the evening subject being The Bible and the a jumble sale. Afterwards the men proe
The District Meeting, which was held in the Budget.' In the afternoon an augmented and served a very enjoyable tes,.
which
island in May, was the beginning of a gra- choir rendered the cantata, The Prince of followed by a capital coacert. Th
e chi,
cious work. Several souls were saved then Peace.' Dr. Lilley, J.P., presided. A large Conetable of Plymouth (Mr. J. D. So —
and afterwards, and the spiritual fire has not audience assembled on Monday to hear Mr. presided. Mrs. Sowerby also gave a mrni41
gone down. Considerable interest was taken Taylor lecture on' The Coming of Socialism.' monologue. Our men did finely and felt
in the Simultaneous Mission, and much prayer Mr. E. Margrave presided. Total proceeds worthy pride in their splendid same.- pro,
was offered on its behalf. Mrs. Shipman £45 8s. 4cl., being £4 141. 2d. in advance of oeeds for debt reduction.
Wheldon, of Mold, visited us, and on three last year.
a hhave cadre
with
We
Sabbath days and on week-evenings held
a visit from
Knighton
forth the Bread of Life Her tidinesse were On Friday last the Christian Endeavour Society J. Odell for a nine days' mission. From the
at once cultured and fervent. The Holy Ghost held a pink and white social, which was a dis- first service to the last the mission incxmwd
was with her, and the Word was with power. tinct success. The schoolroom looked like the in numbers and spiritual power, and night
Over thirty conversions were witnessed. In palace of a fairy. Pianist, MUM Allcook, after night the communion rail was throng
ed
six cases husbands and wives have both been A.L.C,M.
with seekers after Christ and members long.
saved within the last six months. Twice we
ing to realise a faller consecration to their
Knowlwood
had the joy of seeing them at the penitent Mrs. Fairhurst, of Rochdale, preached the Lord. How many came forward it would
form together. Some who had long been chapel anniversary sermons at Victoria Road be difficult to say, and the value of the
cis
under conviction of sin came out boldly for on Sunday, Nov. 28th. The congregations sion Eternity alone will reveal. The church
()brig. Young children came to decision, and were fairly good and the offertory better than has been greatly quickened, and we anticipate
are now in regular class-fellowship. About last year.
a winter of ingathering of souls.
twenty adults have since the mission joined
Leeds First
the church. The school anniversary was held Quarry Hill chapel held a successful bazaar
on Nov. 21et, the Rev. Wilson Eccles preach- on Nov. 17th, 18th, and 20th. The bazaar was Our people Romney held a sale of work os
24th. At first we hoped to realize about
ing. The unusual course of holding a Sun- opened on Wednesday by Mrs. Job Day, Mrs. Nov.
£30 by this effort, but the responses were so
day evening prayer meeting was taken, and • Strafford presiding; on Thursday by Mr. liberal
to Rev. T. C. Rigg's appeals that it
fine young man surrendered himself to the Councillor W. B. Clark, Mr. H. E.Clegg taking was evident
on Wednesday morning that es
Lord. Both of the churches in the island the chair. On Saturday it was opened by a should
far
excelled our most sanguine ezpc.
are spiritually alive, and full of faith that the number of children who had been trained by tations. Mrs.
Olding (Redlynch) in a neat
saving work will advance further.
Misses Ridge and Webster in an operetta, speech opened the sale of work. Thera
wen
Holloway
' Fairy Kindheart; under the presidency of
On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday last a Mr. J. E. Dalton, B.A., B.Sc. The children's four stalls; the results reached £51 171.10d.
bazaar was held at the Durham Road church. purses contained £3 18s. 6d., and altogether This is the greatest success we have ever
made, and it will enable us to pay £57 10e.
The proceeds were for the general church £8 16e. was realised for the Saturday's open- off
our debt.
funds. The sale was opened on the first day ing. The members of the Young Men's Inby E. Tildeeley, Esq.; president, H. Touche, stitute on Saturday evening performed what
Sheffield Second
Esq. The opener on Thursday was Councillor they termed a closing ceremony and banded We have just celebrated the 54th anniversary
Tom Hosgood, and on Friday J. E. Miller, EN. over £2 2s. to the bazaar funds. Great was of dear old Stanley St. chapel. Rev. Nathan
Although the bazaar was not excessively at- the joy of all when the secretary reported Haigh preached on the Sunday to excellits
tended, the visitors spent liberally, and the that £155 le. 7d. had been raised.
congregations. Mrs. Jackson kindly gave a
amount realised was very encouraging both
tea on the Monday, which was largely at.
LiVerpool Fourth
to the workers and to the minister, Rev. J.
Mr. Jabez Credland presided over the
On Thursday last a successful fortnight's mis- tended.
Hawkey.
meeting, when addresses were Oven by
sion at Waterloo, by Mrs. Redford of Man- public,
Revs.
E.
Mather, W. Thompson, and N. Haigh,
Hull Seoond
chester, came to a close. The congregations
We have just concluded a very successful have been good, and the spirit and usefulness who said the proceeds were £15 8s. 6d , a
series of services in connection with Fountain of the meetings very encouraging. Some con- nice advance. The young people recently have
Road chapel anniversary. The Sunday ser- versions have taken place. A faith tea on the thoroughly cleaned and beautified this historic
mons were taken by our own ministers. On Wednesday more than met the expenses in- sacred place, and Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Adams
generously gave a substantial supper to all the
the first afternoon the choir, under the able curred.
leadership of Mr. A. Southwell, gave us the
workers. The outlook is certainly bright with
felexborough
cantata, From Olivet to Calvary, the second We
have just concluded two successful series promise.
afternoon being taken by the Ebenezer choir, of Missionary meetings. We have been exSt. Albans
who gave us a splendid musical afternoon, cellently served by the deputations Revs. W. On Nov. 18th an effort was made towards
under the control a Mr. Veer. The At W. Price and W. A. Bryant. The finances raising funds for the Sunday School Halt at
Home' was in the hands of Mr. W. H. Whit- slightly in advance of last year.
the forthcoming bazaar, to be held in Februby and friends, Mr. J. Patrick presiding. The
ary, for the pupae of reducing the debt on
Fourth
public tea was excellent, and Mr. Starke) pre- AtNottingham
Mayfield Grove, during the last twelve this new Mission and School Hall. Sister
sided over the public meeting which follow. days,
Stewart introduced Sister Pickering, of Won
Mr.
Anthony
Dodds
has
conducted
a
ed, when addressee were given by the Revs. mission here which has been a means of great Second, who performed the opening cerem ony,
W. J. Hemp and W. C. Rose (pastor). The blessing to many of us. Night after night and who had laid a foundation stone in March
series closed with a lecture by our own minis- a noble company of church workers has gone this year. A cordial reception was accorded
ter on Peter Mackenzie, the Methodist into the streets and sought the people. On to the opener, and the meeting closely followGreatheart; the chair being taken by Mr. Saturday a midnight march, led by the Salva- ed her well-ohoeen words. She then declared
Parker. The proceeds amounted to over £61, tion Army Band, was a great success. The the sale open, and in words and deeds wished
being one of the best efforts ever held.
wooing note has been conspicuous in all the the success hoped for. A hearty vote was
Hull Sixth
utterances, and his passionate ap- accorded, and an invitation given broadly for
Williamson Street church anniversary has just preacher's
have reached the hearts of his hearers. all friends to help the school effort both now
been held with pleasing results. On Nov. 7th peals
About thirty persons have given signed and in the future three months.
Rev. Philip Nome preached to large congrega- pledges
their determination to live the
tions. In the afternoon the church choir and Christianoflife.
On the last day of the mission
friends gave a musical service, Mr. D. G. we had a splendid
faith tea, and afterwards a
Brown, in the absence of Mr. Jas. Moore, pre- big congregation gathered
the presidency
siding. The day following a large number of of Councillor I. Barlow tounder
Mr. Dodds tell
the Mends partook of an excellent tea kindly the story of his life. Thehear
story
will be long
given by tnyholders and the members of remembered for its pathos and power.
the Young Women's Society Claes. Mr. EdNotting
Hill
win Robson presided over the annual meeting,
which was addressed by the Revs. P. Name The Christian Endeavour and choir anniveury NO FURTHER USE FOR TRUSSES
and G. T. Chappell. On Tuesday the Rev. P. services were held on Nov. 21st and 22nd.
Sermons were preached by Messrs Harris and
Them are people who have been tortueng thee
Royston. In the afternoon the choir rendered mine for yams with WM., when a method tel
which has effected hundreds of per
the service of song entitled ' The Beacon bean perfected
our without reusing_ pain.lose of time from
Light.' Mr. 8. Toon presided and the connec- mama
employment or enjoyment of 11/e. without operatics
tive readings were given by Mr. 0. E. C. or low of blood. at you are ruptured you eicreld
et ones for fall Information about this method.
Ralph. Mr. W. Pratt was the chairman on Mon- write
Mr. Ba'ph mawlinson. woods°. Cottage, Harmer%
day evening, the speakers being the Rev. J.
Gerstang. was eared by
this method at the age
Learn onth and Mr. C. E. C. Ralph. Proceeds
OD years and but so fur
£38s.
they nee for trustee.
Rupture le more thu
Patriagton
.2:
an ennoying troe
Our village chapel at Boos has been renovated
mittiajoor 7*
is a daoger
at a cost of £20. Bev. W. T. Cole conducted
idea and
It has rained the pro.
the re-opening services on Nov. 7th. The
petits of baldest. of re
congregations were surprisingly large and by
women and aware...A
means of gold oolleutors and the generous givwill mower or later came
yen melons trouble us.
ing of the people the financial results were
Mem ott have it cond.
most gratifying. On Monday evening the
iafornatios
The
we will wad ran wil1
&Tinhorn choir gave a service of song,' An
pro.. to you at Gem
Unexpected Harvest.' Reader Bev. E. Aston,
that rupture eau he
cured jun as will le
Mr. T. Crawford presiding. ne chapel was
any other haw aL meet
filled, and a supper followed. The total inwhen you go 'boat 11
oome, inoludingbalance of 24 7a., amounted to
hi a rw°°"".°).""...
IL. Yaw treson.
£20 7a. ed., a result which surprised and de- landsMr.
have accepted oar advice and are sow cured et
lighted everybody.
✓upture.
To emanate you and your raptured friends that
Peiton roll
method soteally does mos rasa vs
In connection with the 0.E. anniversary ser- this
informal's.
together with our look whir
vices on Saturday last, a sermon was preach- to wortemplaned y•••••.• Pre* Trial of the method.
ed by the Rev. B. A. Barber. This was fol- TM/ OM" Is too important to neglect a 'Mg. OW.
W rite now and begin your cure at once.
lowed by a public tea, after which Mr. Barber
FREE TRIAL COUPON.
delivered a looters, subject,' From the Sand
Ltd. (B
Pit to the City Temple Pulpit.' On Sunday wn. B. Rice.8as,
and s itionsoutter Street. London. Lcsermons were preached by the Rev. J. S.
Bend me year Book on Bayne.e torether with led
Nightingale. In the afternoon an addrena Pres Trial you offer. entirely free of cheats.
was given by Mrs. Nightingale, subject, )issue ..
ea.
MHome Life,' to a large company.Mr. Thou Aldres
ass..
presided.
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there are many cocoas, but
only Rowntree's Elect has the
Rowntree
FLAVOUR
It is delicious !
FREE TO THE
RUPTURED,
DECEMBER 2, 1909
Tun east
We have just had a short visit from M. Albert
iihnkeeby and the meetings have been attend.
by great power. Score. of people have
stood op and confessed Christ. The searching appeals will be long remembered.
York First
The annual boater was held at Monkg_ate
church on Nov. 17th, 18th, and 19th. The
president, on the that day, was Mr. S. R. Slack,
B.A. The bazaar was opened by fdra Theodora Rowntree. On the second day the re°peeing ceremony was performed by Harold
Adam', Esq., of Slit Bela. Alderman W.
McKay, J.P., presided. Miss Ida E. Watson
,..opened the proceedings on the third day,
and Miss Glad j e M. Fidoe presided.- There
was a good attenda nce on each day. About
£170 was realised, and will be devoted to payment of interest and reduction of trust debt.
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