Theological God and Old Fashioned Faith Debate
A reader critiques Old Fashioned Faith for depicting a punitive theological God. The writer argues hell springs from human sin, not divine creation, and promotes New Church ideas where civilization raises humanity toward light. Local notices: Mr. Beckner dies near Argos. district changes affect Bayless’s congressional run.
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Church of Rome
John Whitaker
Dr. Barrow
New Church
Vicker
Fire damages Conrad Block in Ligonier
A destructive fire in Ligonier destroyed the Conrad Block including Helmer House with losses estimated between 10 000 and 15 000 dollars. Insurance coverage was under 1 000. Principal losers include A Conrad S Helmer Theo Myers Benj Barnhart John Ham and J B Foltz. fire originated in Barnhart's restaurant and cause is unknown.
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Ligonier
Conrad
Helmer
A. Conrad
S. Helmer
Theo. Myers
Benj. Barnhart
John Ham
J. B. Foltz
Barnhart
Late Dr. Leavitt Remembered as Editor and Reformer
The venerable Joshua Leavitt of the New York Independent died recently from apoplexy. He founded the New York Evangelist and edited abolitionist papers with Arthur Tappan before aligning with the Garrison wing. He started The Liberator in Boston, aided the Liberty Party, wrote on free trade, won the Cobden medal, and compiled the first hymn and tune book for churches.
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Joshua Leavitt
New York Independent
New York E Evangelist
Arthur Tappan
Garrison Wing
Anti-Slavery Society
Boston
Himancipator
Liberty Party
Cobden
Inter Ocean
Benton Harbor Railroad Victory in Concord Township Election
The Concord township and Elkhart area voted Saturday on taking 38000 stock in the Benton Harbor Railroad. The majority in favor reached 279 from about 1200 votes, reversing June’s defeat by over 400 votes. Construction from Benton Harbor to Elkhart via Niles is now a fixed fact and will be pushed forward.
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Benton Harbor
Concord Township
City of
Elkhart
Friends of the Enterprise
Niles
Oshen Times
Kokomo editor slams vulgar stories in Genesis and Samuel
The Kokomo Republican praises Woodhull & Clafflin Weekly and attacks obscene material described as revolting and vulgar in Genesis Deuteronomy and Samuel, signaling a strong stance on printed content.
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Kokomo Republican
Woodhull & Clafflin
Kokomo Tribune
Orient Safety Lamps Exposed as Metal Non Explosive
Advertisement notes lamps described as made of metal and absolutely non explosive sold at Kellogg's located at 122 Main St. The line emphasizes safety and material composition for potential buyers.
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Kellogg’s
Main St
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