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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1919
Page
9
In 1919 readers are invited to write brief letters to the Prayer Editor at the Boston Post about their experiences with answered prayers. The notice asks for concise, specific accounts, one side of paper, and permits anonymity though names are preferred.
The Roxbury Presbyterian pastor says prayer reflects relation to God not a means to bend divine will. He argues is natural for God to answer prayers, warns against praying amiss, and says prayer aligns the seeker with God's will for harvest and aid.
A reader urges belief in answered prayer and salvation by faith alone after sharing a personal long pursuit of conversion. He cites D L Moody, George Muller, and Baptist missions, and asserts that God grants eternal life as a free gift to all who trust Christ’s finished work on Calvary.
A letter questions why prayers for relief from suffering go unanswered while others who do not pray gain prosperity. The writer recalls childhood faith, notes cripples and the ill who seek death, and contrasts mercy with fortune, signing as R. C.
A reader commends the Post for publishing discussions on answered prayer. The writer highlights Nathan Howard Gist’s Past letter, endorses prayer beyond mere errands, and recommends The Meaning of Prayer by Harry Emerson Fosdick as a helpful book with introduction by John R. Mott. A BOOKWORM.
A letter from a pious mother recounts how prayer kept her four sons safe as they served in the war. She credits "Dear Mother of Six" and urges continued faith, stating prayers were their aid and they have come home.
A tuberculosis patient describes three years in sanatoria and repeated operations. He says prayer and faith, plus Episcopal communion, helped him endure hemorrhages and hardship and urges others to seek church support and divine tranquility. He calls for state and church aid to tubercular patients.
A Catholic urges prayer as essential to belief and receiving what is best for the soul. He notes God answers prayers in His time and for His glory, likening prayer to a bridge between the soul and God and warning against seeking worldly guarantees.
A stark editorial condemns the silence of prayer amid massive war devastation. The author argues that prayer cannot excuse inaction toward millions of wounded and murdered victims and questions the deity attributed with infinite power.
The Rev W H Lakin of Andover Me defends prayer against skeptics. He insists believers must accept God hears prayers as a fact and claims that faith stands as an unyielding rock beyond argument when prayers are answered.
Ralph R. Eno, secretary of the Central Vermont District International Bible Students’ Association, argues in favor of prayer’s efficacy. He warns against rote petitions, stresses Christ’s righteousness, and notes access to God through a savior. He cites scripture to claim prayer is limited to the faithful.
A reader argues that prayer does not influence events and that many sincere prayers contend with each other. The writer contends the Almighty is too busy to grant individual requests, suggesting prayers may be sincere yet ineffective. Boston date noted.
A Brookline believer recounts choosing between evening work and a daytime position after military service. Prayer aided the decision, and the firm unexpectedly offered a new job that allowed both roles, enabling family support and the claim that God answered prayers.
A reader shares a faith filled note to the Post prayer editor recounting how prayer aided in finding employment after hardship. The writer contrasts views of God with Mrs Cassell and asserts a personal God who cares for each child, praising divine guidance and support.
With police strike keeping many women from the city retailers report only one third of normal business and forecast a sharp drop in Saturday customers.
Shoppers find lamb shoulder and forequarter prices down five cents per pound. Forequarters drop from 25 to 20 cents, smoked shoulder from 28 to 24 cents. Pork remains high with sausages at 4 1 2 cents. Eggs and other dairy hold steady or rise slightly as onions stay scarce and oranges become plentiful. market retailers anticipate price declines this fall.
The article argues fashion should follow natural figure lines as the Greeks did. It cites a taffeta evening gown whose beauty rests on restrained bouffant and proper edge finishes. A college gown context notes ribbon loops add demure detail, with simpler fringe alternatives.
Ottawa reports the House of Commons approved the peace treaty with Germany without reservation after four days of debate. Both houses have ratified and sent notification to Britain. once overseas parliaments approve, Britain will deposit ratification at Paris. One defeated amendment 102 to 70.
Litigation among the First Church of Christ, Scientist directors, Publishing Society trustees, and former director John V. Ditte nears closing. Judge Fredéric Dodge will report findings of fact after yesterday’s proceedings led by Mr. Whipple.
19 year old Robert A. Borthwick faced arraignment in New York after stealing Liberty bonds worth 58000 from Columbia Trust Company where he worked. Police seek two other boys and his gang’s spree included $800 dinners and an unreceived luxury car. Borthwick’s mother and elder brother found $47000 hidden in a newspaper, prompting the arrest.
The Telegraph surveys new thrillers and historical adventures. John Buchan’s Mr Standfast follows Hannay and allies against Moxon Ivery across England Scotland France and Italy with danger at every turn. Other works include Yellow Men Sleep Beyond the Sunset The Lion's Mouse The Owner of the Lazy D Partners of the Out-Trail The Betrayers The Secret House The Girl in the Mirror Vive La France and more for young readers and boys with submarines and planes.
Frank S. Morrison, secretary of the American Federation of Labor, says President Wilson will secure a living wage for Maintenance of Way employees and railway shop laborers. He cites a temporary four cent per hour raise across railway brotherhoods and argues current costs require $1.80 for every 1914 dollar. Morrison also states AFL stance against IWW and the one big union.
The wide circle of Sol Keene's friends were shocked by his sudden death on Thursday afternoon from acute peritonitis. Keene spent 35 years with Donnelly Outdoor Advertising and was linked to the Park and Tremont theatres in Abbey Schoffle era. He was a Mason of Temple Lodge and leaves wife Helen Keene. Funeral Sunday at 2 30 p m from his home 24 Clarkwood Matapan with interment at Mt Hope.
Members of the 10th Regiment of the Massachusetts State Guard received candy and cigarettes from a Knights of Columbus refreshment tent at the East Dedham Street armory. Harry Hodge set up the tent and later visited the station to distribute more treats to guardsmen in attendance.
Executive officers warn the public that fake collectors are canvassing office buildings and firms downtown soliciting contributions in the name of the American Legion in Boston without authorization. They have no connection to the legion headquarters.
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