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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1888

Page

8

Farewell Discourses to Harvard Seniors at Capen Chapel

The Rev Dr Francis G Peabody delivered the Harvard baccalaureate sermon in Appleton Chapel urging seniors to adopt the sovereignty of service. He argued temptations arise from power display and gain and urged graduates to dedicate their gifts to service, shaping their careers as acts of responsibility to others.

Francis G. Peabody Appleton Chapel Harvard College Dr. Peabody Matthew Jesus Kingdom of the Earth Thas Jan Orth Moses St. Paul Satan Christ

Tufts College Capen Sermon on Expenditure and Purpose

President Capen delivered the baccalaureate sermon at Tufts College in Goddard Chapel. He questioned whether all spending without immediate tangible result is waste, contrasting material and grand expenditures with higher forms of value, urging consideration of government, education, and charities. The speech referenced economy, public works, and the role of institutions, inviting reflection on purpose, waste, and societal priorities.

Capen Tufts College Goddard Chapel Glee Club Dr. Capen

Civilizaton and Faith Guiding New England Conservatory Graduates

The New England Conservatory class gathered at Tremont Methodist Episcopal Church where Rev Bishop J P Newman preached on Christ in Civilization. He argued civilization requires Christ as the standard beyond nation, law, commerce, and democracy, citing reforms in France England Germany Austria and Italy. He urged graduates to adopt The morning cometh as their motto and seek light and glory in Christ’s return.

New England Conservatory of Music Tremont Methodist Episcopal Church J. P. Newman D.D Ll.d Washington, D.C Charles Parkhurst Zion’s Herald William McDonald J. G. Switzer W. N. Brodbeck Newman Jesus Christ France England Germany Austria Italy Christ

Princeton President McCosh Delivers Baccalaureate Address

In Marquand Chapel Princeton N J June 17 President McCosh preached the baccalaureate sermon to the graduating class. He urged English Bible instruction across colleges noting Princeton’s four year course and recalled founding of Christian associations in 1877. He said over 800 graduates have entered gospel ministry and defended harmony of science and religion.

Princeton N. J Marquand McCosh Young Men’s Christian Associations American College Philadelphian Society

Brown Universitys baccalaureate sermon delivered by Ezekiel G Robinson

President Ezekiel G. Robinson delivers the Brown University baccalaureate sermon in the First Baptist meeting house. He urges serving one’s generation, condemns partisan manipulation, and underscores duty to uphold honor and justice while advocating enforcement of Rhode Island’s prohibitory law. He notes perils and opportunities facing the current generation and calls educated men to lead.

Provivencr R. I Brown University First Baptist Meeting House Ezekiel G. Robinson Robinson David God Rhode Island

McCosh Praises Graduates With Faithful Counsel

In a closing address Dr. McCosh offered encouragement to the graduates, noting that temporary tensions between science and revealed truth would fade as each confirms the other, both advancing the glory of God. He then spoke briefly to the class with kind words and admonition.

McCosh

Truth as a Wellesley milestone for graduates

Dr Lyman Abbott delivers the baccalaureate at Wellesley College urging graduates to bear the banner of truth. He Plotlines ideals realities, skepticism equals ignorance, and the female role as guardian of lofty ideals, stressing education as unveiling truth and guiding moral responsibility for women and men alike.

Wellesley Wellesley College Lyman Abbott Abbott God Dr. Abbott America St. George

Bunker Hill Day Activities Highlight Charlestown Parade

The Charlestown District marks its 118th Bun ker Hill celebration with an antique parade at 9 AM from Bunker Hill street, civic and fireman parades, band concerts, and fireworks. Over 200 officers guard the crowds under Captain Ayres. notable events include yacht races, war games, horse races, and matinees at local theatres.

Bunker Hill Charlestown Bunker Hill Street Ayres Burrill George A. Walker Keelan Point of Pines Andrews Boston Theatre Museum Grand Opera House Park Theatre Howard Atheneum

Pullman Sleepers on New York and New England Train

Travel notice promotes taking a Pullman sleeper on the 11:30 p m New York and New England train to New York. Passengers are urged to enjoy a luxurious sleep and arrive in New York at 6 48 a m refreshed and ready for business.

New York New England

Labor events and notices in Preble Hall and City venues

The Amalgamated Building Trades' Council met with delegates from Union 33 and the Brotherhood of Carpenters. Oak Island picnic set for Labor Day. A committee to probe the alleged convict labor for a new house of correction. Samuel Gompers spoke on the eight hour question at New Era Hall. Rev. J J Lewis lectured on The Last Week of the Saviour's Life at Young Men's Christian Union. Daniel Desmond injured by a brick after a cartridge incident. Mathias Sterling injured by a tow horse. rib fracture. Horticultural Hall displayed rhododendrons with prizes from the gratuity fund awarded to Mrs. F. B. Hayes, EK Sheppard & Son, J. L. Gardner, Mrs. E. M. Hill, Joseph Clark.

Amalgamated Building Trades’ Council Preble Hall Union 33 Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Oak Island South Boston Young Men’s Christian Union Daniel Desmond Cove Street Daniel City Hospital Mathias Sterling Wssex Street West End Washington and Court Streets Horticultural Hall F. B. Hayes EK. Sheppard & Son J. L. Gardner E. M. Hill Joseph Clark

Three Sermons at African Methodist Church Posts Renovation

The African Methodist Episcopal Church at Mt. Vernon and Charles streets hosted three services yesterday with Revs B F Cembash A W Whaley and J H Jones preaching. Pastor Theodore Gould sat on the platform as readers and Scripture were shared. A reinforced choir provided strong music as the rebuilt interior received repainting garnished pews red doors and carpet costing about 2000 raised by voluntary contributions.

African Methodist Episcopal Church Mt. Vernon Charles Streets B. F. Cembash A. W. Whaley J. H. Jones Theodore Gould

Superior Court Dockets Essex County June 15

Today list includes Richards versus Heath 44 45 53 Quinby versus B M Cox versus Symonds and a railroad matter. Judge Bishop presides with items scheduled for Monday in the Essex County Superior Court docket.

Essex County Bishop Richards

Travelling facilities increased for Boston to New York line

The Fall River line expands service with two daily steam boat trains from Boston Kneeland Street at 6 and 7 p.m. Each connects with boats to New York, one via Newport, the other direct. From New York, boats depart Pier 28 at 5:30 p.m. and 6:15 p.m., with Fall River connections and express returns to Boston. An additional Fall River to New Bedford Martha’s Vineyard Nantucket link begins June 25. Sundays include a Taunton stop for the 7 p.m. Boston train.

Fall River Boston New York Pilgrim Bristol Providence Old Colony Kneeland Street Newport Pier 28 Taunton Secon White Mountains

Music Hall Promenades Tonight at the Hall

The coming week at Music Hall promises brilliant performances with Signor G Campanari as tonight's soloist singing an aria from Verdi. The program includes Gounod’s Cecilian hymn and Paganini’s Perpetual Motion played by twelve violinists. On Wednesday Harvard Glee Club performs college songs with orchestra. high demand for seats noted.

Music Hall Signor G. Campanari Gounod Paganini Harvard Glee Club

Beach crowds fill Massachusetts shores for busy day

An estimated 20 000 people crowded oceanfront beaches yesterday from Revere to Nahant and Oak Island. At the Point of Pines and Oak Island jams drew crowds while A R Ingham hosted guests at the Atlantic House in royal fashion. Nahant hotels welcomed transient and permanent guests and Winthrop beaches drew visitors after lunch. Captain William A Andrews plans a 6 p.m. departure aboard the Dark Secret for an ocean crossing. The Ninth Regiment holds a picnic at Oak Island grove.

Point of Pines Oak Island A. R. Ingham Atlantic House Revere Beach Nahant Tri- Mountain House William A. Andrews Oak Island Grove

Aheneum Appeal Against Its Desecration

A letter to the Post laments the possible loss of the Aheneum for a less noble renovation. The writer recalls the Greek statues and grand staircase, condemns a modern book overabundance, and proposes drastic measures to curb literature, ending with a melancholy note on fading glory. CONSERVATOR.

Boston Haggards Stevensons Omar

Union Boat Club Regatta on the Charles River

The Union Boat Club held a successful regatta on the Charles River featuring seven races. Eaton Jr won the single scull with a time of 19m 5s, and other events saw Sturgis, Haskell, and Simmons secure victories in various shell and canoe races. Spectators included notable club members and officers with cups awarded to winners.

Union Boat Club Charles River W. F. Kellogg H. B. Ball F. B. Holder Eaton, Jr Holder Eaton R. C. Sturgis W. P. Haskell Sturgis WF. Kellogg Haidee Chickering Allen Simmons Chickerin Lim Osgood J. ©. Porter B. P. Blake Thetis T. H. Simmons Courtenay Guild E. W. Chickerick W. PE. Osgood Los Massasoit E. W. Chickerjing C. G. Haven Madawaska W.S. Eaton, Jr Guy Wilkinson van Rensselaer H. T. Spooner William Appleton H. LT. Spooner P. Gardner Charles Sturgis Alien French Jack E. Dore Harry Ball F. 1D. Ballou Henry Dodd Alexander Porter GC. W. Simons

A Question of Health About Baking Powder Purity

The article argues that cheap baking powders contain alum lime or phosphatic acid, while Royal Baking Powder is shown as chemically pure. It cites tests by chemists including Chandler Habirshaw and McMurtrie, claiming Royal is free from lime and other harmful substances and is the safest, most powerful option for households.

Royal Chandler Habirshaw Royal Baking New York Imes Royal Baking Powder Company McMurtrie Department of Agriculture Washington, D. C

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