Conquerors Through Suffering in Christian History
A reflection on how failure and trial forge real conquerors. From Paul the Apostle to Dante, Milton and Bunyan, greatness emerges from exile, blindness, imprisonment, and persecution. The piece argues enduring faith and effort turn adversity into victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Macaulay
Paul
Apostle
Jesus
Christ the Captive
Calvary
Christ
Jesus Christ
Onsen
Dante
Florence
Milton
England
John Bunyan
Bedford
Rough mining camp residents spark minister’s farewell
In a rugged Australian bush mining camp a district minister quits in despair after clashing with a rowdy group. He counsels the men to love their enemies, but one replies I shot the last one this morning indicating ongoing violence.
Sings to Her Child A Mother’s Quiet Laurels
A mother describes the simple joy of singing to her little daughter in twilight. She contrasts public fame with the deep reward of comforting her child, noting the cherished experience of lullabies and closeness as a mother. Anne B. L. Field signs the reflection.
Golden Wedding of Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Whiten
Vernon BC report celebrates the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. G E Whiten who were married in Allandale Ontario in 1874. The couple hosted a 1924 June 25 reception at Schubert Street Vernon with family tributes and a large circle of friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon
B.C
G. E. Whiten
Allandale
D. C. McDowell
Boyle
W. Boys
Sheriff Smith
Barrie
John Doure
Lo.g.t
Barrie Gazette
Advance
Temperance
Whiten
Ernest Kelsey
Gertrude Gedge
Buffalo
N.Y
B. Frank Stewart
Orillia
Ont
Herson BE. Armstrong
Aylmer
W. Edmund Andrews
St. Mary's
Charles J. Whiten
Vernon Jeweller
Ermond Stewart
Methodist Church
Women’s Missionary Society
Militia
Queen Victoria
Canada
Peterborough
Botanist Finds Only Few Flowers Have Pleasant Odor
A noted botanist reports an investigation of 4300 European cultivated flowers finds only 420 with agreeable perfume. He notes white or cream petals more often yield pleasant odors than other colors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
New Banana Hosiery Promises Quick Fixes for Holes
A brief note from the New Orleans States claims the new banana hosiery eliminates waiting for repairs as holes won’t show, offering a seamless wear option for women.
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New Orleans
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Pamry
Toronto
Ed. Bryson
H. G. Robertson
A. E. Patterson
Wilson
Charles
Dy Ea
the Borden Co. Limited
Montreal
Ovenden College
Warrie
Qutario
W. Firth
Dunlop ST
Anne B. L. Field
Vernon, B.C
Bennington
Vermont
the Palmolive Company
OP Canada, Limited
Winnipeg
Victoria, B.C
Dominion
Ontario
Canadian National Railways
The
Public School Federation
A. E. Bryson
Silverthorn Ave
Hamilton
L. J. Colling
Barnsdale Ave
Hazel G. Roberts
Sanford Ave
ASC
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