Love Letters From General Picketts Suffolk Expedition
Civil War era letter from General Pickett written in February 1863 from Richmond via the Suffolk expedition. He describes gathering lilies for his fiancée, daily marches through snow and cold, rationed meals, and a bravely uncomplaining Confederate army. He praises loved ones, notes Richmond support, and signs as a devoted soldier.
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Suffolk
Richmond
Braxton
Bob
Jackerie
Roanoke Island
Norfolk
North Carolina
Peter
Darling
Howdy
Charley
Lost His Voice Then Found It
Philip Spooner youngest son of ex Senator Spooner, famed as a child soprano with operatic range. He lost his voice for two years, turned to painting, studied in New York, then regained a tenor voice and returned to singing. Critics praise his bel canto technique and dramatic potential across four languages. Noted maestros like Jean De Reszke predicted a bright operatic future.
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Philip Spooner
Senator Spooner
Washington
Spooner
Philip
New York
Jean de Reszke
Franz, Spohr
Handel
Mozart
Lalo
Donizetti
Charpentier
Bizet
Schedule of Evening Meetings This Week
Tuesday evening teachers meeting. Wednesday afternoon Ladies Aid. Thursday evening Girls society.
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Teachers’ Meeting
Ladies’ Aid
Girls’ Society
First German Methodist Church Sermon Series Begins
First German Methodist Church with Pastor John H Klaus announces Sunday services at 10 30 a m and 7 30 p m with a sermon series on The Bible starting tomorrow The morning and evening topics will be Difficulties and alleged errors and contradictions in the Bible Epworth League meets at 6 45 p m led by H Hallouer Midweek prayer and praise is Wednesday at 7 30 p m Ladies' Aid Thursday at 2 30 p m in church parlors German school meets Saturday at 9 15 a m and Sunday school is at 9 15 a m with William Baumann superintendent
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John H. Klaus
Wm. Baumann
Epworth League
H. Hallouer
Ladies’ Aid
St Paul's Universalist Church Service Schedule
St Pauls Universalist church at Cass and Eighth streets with Geo R Long as minister invites public worship at 10 30 am followed by Sunday school at 11 45 am and a Young Peoples union devotional at 6 30 pm The discussion topic is Passion Sunday A Passion for Service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul’s Universalist Church
Cass and
Eighth Streets
Geo
First Methodist Church Sermon and Missionary Address
The First Methodist Episcopal church at King and South 8th streets will host Rev. T Stanley Oadams for Sunday services. Morning sermon at 11:00 titled Antipas the City's Greatest Man. Evening at 7:30 features a picture song service and missionary talk The Uplift of China with stereopticon views. A silver offering is expected. Women’s Missionary Society auxiliary in charge. Other events include class meeting 9:00, Sunday school 10:00, Men’s Brotherhood 10:00, Epworth League 6:45, Ladies' Prayer Circle Monday 3:00, mid-week service Wednesday 7:30.
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First Methodist Episcopal Church
King and
T. Stanley Oadams
Antipas
Oadams
China
Woman’s Missionary Society
Men's Brotherhood
Epworth League
First Baptist Church Service Schedule
The First Baptist church on Sixth St between Main and King, W Adel bert Billings, minister, invites worshipers. Bible school at 10 a m, men’s class in parlors, sermon on Modern Lessons from the Good Samaritan. Mission study for youth at 6 30, evening service at 7 30 with song worship and benediction. Open to all seeking welcome and help.
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First Baptist Church
Sixth St
Main and
King
W. Adelbert Billings
Bible
Good Samaritan
Evangelical Association Church Notices
The Evangelical Association church at the corner of Vine street and West avenue announces Sunday school at 9 15 and preaching at 10 30 am An invitation to all. H E Umbreit pastor.
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the Evangelical Association
Vine Street
West Avenue
H. E. Umbreit
Christ Church to Sing Stainer Crucifixion March 9
Christ church at Main and 5th Streets will present Stainer's Crucifixion next Sunday afternoon March 9 at 4:30. The full choir, directed by Prof. Harry Packmann, will perform with prominent soloists. Mr Packmann will preside at the organ and the congregation will receive a book of words. Everyone is invited.
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Christ Church
Episcopal
Main
St Pauls Lutheran Church Services and Bible Study
St Pauls Lutheran at West Ave and Division St with Rev. R Anderson as pastor. Sunday school with Bible study at noon. No morning or evening services. Lenten services Thursday at 7 45.
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St. Paul's Lutheran Norwegian Lutheran Church
Corner West Ave
Division St
Rev. R. Anderson
First Congregational Church Service Schedule
The First Congregational church at Main and Seventh streets offers worship at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Henry Faville preaching on The Socialism of Jesus. Bible school at noon, men's class topic The Merits of Socialism, vesper service 4:30 p.m. with In the House of the Lord Forever.
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First Congregational Church
Main
Seventh Streets
Henry Faville
Jesus
English Lutheran Church Service Announcement
English Lutheran Ev. Lutheran church at West Ave and Ferry Street led by Rev. W. P. Christy. Sunday school at 9:30, service at 10:45 with Prof. Edw. Schmidt of Red Wing preaching. Bible hour at 7 p. m.
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Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity
West Ave
Ferry Street
W. P. Christy
Edw. Schmidt
Red Wing
Classical Repertory and Modern English Songs Overview
A brief note listing the old classic repertory and many modern songs in English. Describes a collection spanning traditional standards and contemporary works, highlighting breadth and language range.
An Old Bachelor Fears Marriage Stage Fright
An aging bachelor develops a rising anxiety about marriage each time he contemplates tying the knot. The piece humorously explores social expectations and personal hesitation in a light, regional voice.
Emmanuel Church Services Schedule
Emmanuel church announces Sunday school at 9 15 a m morning service at 10 30 Young People's meeting at 6 45 p m all times shown for the church service schedule.
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Emmanuel Church
Young People’s Meeting
German Baptist Church Services and Meetings Schedule
German Baptist church at Seventh and Winnebago streets with Pastor E. Berger holds Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and services at 10:45 a.m. Evening service at 7:30 p.m. Evanggelistic meetings continue this week with daily 7:45 p.m. sessions led by Rev. C. F. Stoeckmann of St. Paul. German public invited. Saturday activities include boys' band at 10 a.m. and sewing school at 2 p.m.
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German Baptist Church
Seventh and
Winnebago Streets
E. Berger
C. F. Stoeckmann
St. Paul
West Avenue Methodist Church Services Notice
West Avenue Methodist Episcopal church at West Ave near Jackson St led by Pastor J E Watson invites all to morning worship at 10 30 with sermon on Modern Thought Its Influence on Character Sunday school at 1145 Epworth League 645 led by Helen Hilton topic The Nature of the Kingdom Evening worship 730 with sermon The Purpose of the Atonement Wednesday prayer meeting 730 A cordial welcome to all services
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West Avenue
West Ave
Methodist Episcopal Church
Jackson St
J. E. Watson
Epworth League
Helen Hilton
City Mission Events at 325 Jay Street
Sunday school at 3 p m and evening service at 7 45 p m with Superintendent D Dewey and the Mission chorus. Monday and Tuesday nights feature Bible study and speakers H B Leonard and M E Fraser. Wednesday and Thursday feature Dewey and Fraser talks, Friday by Young People of First M E, Saturday praise and testimony with strong singing and devotion. No creed but Christ, no law but love.
Reformed Church Schedule on Market Street
The Reformed Church at Fourth and Market hosts Sunday school at 9 15 a m morning worship at 10 80 a m and Bible study at 7 p m Rev A Kern will preach the sermon.
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Reformed Church Reformed Church
Corner Fourth and Market
A. Kern
First Church of Christ Scientist Service Schedule
The First Church of Christ Scientist on King Street between Fifth and Sixth holds Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. on the topic Men. Sunday school follows at 11:45 a.m. A Wednesday 8 p.m. testimony meeting is offered. The reading room is open daily 2 to 5 p.m. except legal holidays.
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First Church of Christ Scientist
Church of Christ Scientist
King Street
English Evangelical Lutheran Holy Trinity Service Notes
Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship at 1045 with Prof Edward Schmidt president of Red Wing Lutheran seminary preaching Bible hour at 7 pm Ladies Missionary society meets Tuesday at 230 pm at Mrs John Kindley home 8th and Market streets full attendance urged for important matters
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Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity
West. Ave
Ferry St
W. P. Christy
Edward Schmidt
Lutheran Seminary
Red Wing
Ladies’ Missionary Society
John Kindley
Market Streets
First Presbyterian Church Events This Sunday
Sunday school at 10 a m public worship and sermon 11 a m Junior Endeavor 3 p m Senior Endeavor 7 30 p m Rev Finch Clarke of the North Presbyterian church will conduct the evening service Public invited to these services at the corner of King and Sixth streets.
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First Presbyterian First Presbyterian Church
King and
Sixth Streets
Finch Clarke
The
North Presbyterian Church
Spiritualist church services listed at Odd Fellows Hall
Rev. Catherine McFarlin leads the Spiritualist church meeting at 119 South Fourth Street on the first floor over the Ten Cent store. Public service Sunday at 7 45 PM with a Sunday afternoon psychic class and free healing circle at 3. Sermon subject chosen for the audience. Public invited to all services.
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Spiritualist Church
Odd Fellows
South Fourth St
Ten Cent
Catherine McFarlin
Norwegian Lutheran Sunday Service and Concert Program
Norwegian Lutheran church hosts Sunday at 7 30 with Rev H G Magelssen presenting English Lent en service followed by a special musical program featuring the church choir and Nor manna Sangerkor. Violin selections and solo by Vera Anderson and Oscar Hoff.
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Norwegian Lutheran Church
H. G. Magelssen
Normanna Sangerkor
Vera Anderson
Oscar Hoff
Hyde Charged With Jury Bribe In Third Murder Trial
Kansas City March 8 The prosecutor's office and the court today investigate an alleged attempt to bribe the jury in the third murder trial of Dr B Carke Hyde.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City, Mo
B. Carke Hyde
Meteor Firelight Lights Alleghany Valley Over Pittsburgh
Residents near Pittsburgh reported a ten ton meteor flash that lit the Alleghany Valley for three miles as it fell. The next day the mass was smoking hot and incandescent in spots, frightening nearby residents who rushed from their homes.
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Alleghany Valley
Pittsburgh
Alliterative Quote on Western Women's Politics
A fragment notes a Western woman voice from the enfranchised era asserting political vigor. The remark uses harsh alliteration to describe polarized politics as petrified and predatory. The piece captures rhetoric and gender participation in early suffrage discourse.
The devil pats himself on the back every time he discovers a hypocrite
The line presents a wry claim that even the devil acknowledges hypocrisy, suggesting sharp critique of self-serving moral poses and repeated moral failings across figures or situations. It captures a sardonic view of duplicity with literary flair.
Sunday School Question Help With Linscott
Readers may request weekly answers from The Suggestive Questions on the Sunday School Lesson by Rev Dr Linscott. Send the lesson date and question number along with full name and address to The Question Editor of The Tribune for response by columns or mail.
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Dr. Linscott
Destruction of Solom and the Temperance Lesson
A historical religious study script dated March 9 1913 by Rev T S Lin scott discusses Genesis 19 with a list of 24 discussion questions on angels hospitality judgment and the fate of Sodom Lot and his wife and the consequences of intemperance and virtue. The lesson compares the Lot narrative to the test of Abraham in Genesis 22 and invites reflection on moral choices and responses to divine warnings.
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T. S. Linscott
D. D
Lot
Abraham
The Fireside Sermon by Lucius C Clark D D
The Fireside Sermon by Lucius C Clark D D dated Saturday March eighth 1913 reflects on Henry Ward Beecher dying March eighth 1871 and cites Romans ten fourteen on how they shall hear without a preacher The world undervalues preaching until a St Chrysostom Savonarola Whitfield or Beecher appears and proves the power of the spoken word Beecher pushed preaching beyond his era.
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Lucius C. Clark
D. D
Henry Ward Beecher
Whitfield
Beecher
They Never Do Fault With People Who Talk
The remark suggests that little fault is found with those who reveal all they know if they would stop after speaking. It captures a distrust of excess disclosure and a judgment on restraint.
Nuisance Convictions Quoted From New York Press
A brief citation notes a remark calling it hard to imagine a stronger nuisance than convictions, attributed to the New York press. The line signals editorial tone about political or legal matters with a sharp critique.
Wit of Sages and Clown Trio Moments
A collage of short pieces from humorous sketches and fables. A roly poly lady steals gem humor, a child asks to be a puppy, and an old farmer naps through a cricket concert. Each vignette ends with a punchline or gentle irony.
North Side Church News
Norwegian M E church at Berlin and Sill streets lists Sunday school at 9 15 am and 12 pm with classes for children and adults. Preaching at 10 30 am, Young People's meeting at 7 pm led by Miss Allie Pope. Prayer service Wednesday 8 pm at C L Larsen 1517 Charles St and Ladies Aid monthly meeting Thursday in church parlors hosted by Mesdames Horner Humphrey and Herrington.
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Allie Pope
C. L. Larsen
Charles Street
Ladies’ Aid Society
Mesdames Horner
Humphrey and
Herrington
German M. E. Church Service Schedule at Clinton and Berlin
The German M. E. church at the corner of Clinton and Berlin streets announces Sunday school at 9:15 a.m. preaching at 10:30 a.m. Epworth league at 7:15 p.m. preaching again at 7:45 p.m. A Saturday school for children is set for 9 a.m.
Caledonia Methodist Church Sunday schedule and sermons
Caledonia Street M. E. church offers a 9:30 a.m. class meeting, 10:30 a.m. morning worship, 12 p.m. Sunday school, 6:30 p.m. Epworth league, and 7:30 p.m. evening worship. Morning sermon topic is What God Has to Give Us. Evening sermon topic is The Mission of the Winds.
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Caledonia St. Methodist Episcopal
Caledonia Street
M. E. Church
Epworth League
Scandinavian Baptist Church Services in town
The Scandinavian Baptist church at Charles and Logan streets announces morning worship at 10 30 a m Sunday school at noon with E A Forss. Evening services follow at 7 30 p m. All Scandinavians are welcome to attend all meetings.
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Scandinavian Baptist
Scandinavian Baptist Church
Charles and
Logan Streets
E. A. Forss
Local Church Services Announced on Sunday
The notice lists Rev. E. O. Vik as pastor for morning worship at 10 30 a m and Sunday school at 9 a m, with address near the corner of Charles and Sill streets.
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Norwegian Lutheran Norwegian Lutheran Church
Charles and
Sill Streets
E. O. Vik
North Presbyterian Church Services Tonight and Morning
North Presbyterian Church at Avon and Logan streets conducts morning worship at 10 30 led by Rev Finch A Clarke with the sermon The Inner Life An evening service at 7 45 features the sermon Who Dares to Try echoing President Woodrow Wilsons inaugural address The church also includes a young peoples choir in activities
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North Presbyterian Church
Avon
Logan Streets
Finch A. Clarke
Woodrow Wilson
Our Young People's Choir
Trinity Lutheran Church Sunday notices Avon street
Trinity Lutheran on Avon street with Rev. L S Marvick as pastor announces no church services on Sunday. Sunday school will meet at 9 am.
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Trinity Lutheran
Trinity United Lutheran Church
Avon Street
L. S. Marvick
Bethel Norwegian Lutheran Church Services Schedule
Bethel Norw Lutheran church at George and Sill streets. Pastor O L Christenson. Sunday service at 10:30 a m and 7 45 p m. Sunday school at 9 a m. All welcome.
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Bethel Norwegian Lutheran Bethel Norw. Lutheran’ Church
George and Sill Streets
O. L. Christenson
Tabernacle Baptist Church Worship Schedule and Meetings
Tabernacle Baptist Church led by minister How ard Beldon Leonard holds public worship at 11 a m with a sermon on Christian Humility. Bible study at 10. classes for all ages. dime offering. Baptist Young People's union at 6 45 with Obeying Conscience. evening service at 7 30 on Jesus Only. Midweek praise and prayer Wednesday 7 30. Business meeting first Wednesday evening. Covenant meeting last Wednesday evening. Lord's supper first Sunday at close of morning service.
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Tabernacle Baptist Church
Howard Beldon Leonard
Caledonia Street
Baptist Young People’s Union
Lillian Brinstad
Jesus
Bronx Churches Launch First Local Episcopal Social Week
Twenty five Bronx Episcopal churches vote to hold a social week April 20 to 27 with extra May Wednesday meetings. Local Bronx organization to run annual events including Sunday schools, welfare, and campaigns to live better, rejoin memberships, and settle financial obligations. Pageant planned in Bryan Park with participants from Boston to New York colleges. Topics include YWCA YMCAs cooperation, sex education, travel aid, and girls saving money.
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Bronx
New York City
America
New Bryan Park
Miss Jessie Woodrow Wilson to Speak at YWCA Convention
Miss Jessie Woodrow Wilson daughter of the president will speak at the national YWCA convention in Richmond Virginia from April 9 to 15 Sessions will be held at St Pauls church historic site where Davis and Lee worshipped and where news of Lee surrender reached Davis The Rev Corne lius Woefkin of New York is to give continuation
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessie Woodrow Wilson
President Wilson
Richmond
St. Paul's Church
Davis
Lee
Cornelius Woefkin
New York
Bible Society finds trend toward liberal ideals in South America
The American Bible Society reports agents in South America observe growing notions of fair play, free speech, and public education in Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, Peru, with some progress in Paraguay and Colombia. Literacy remains low in many areas, but transportation and trade advances aid education and religion, including a railroad from Antofagasta to La Paz and a new Montevideo Methodist church. St Lukes Gospel is being issued in the Quichua dialect for Indigenous communities.
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American Bible Society
South America
Ecuador
Bolivia
Brazil
Uruguay
Argentine
Chile
Peru
Paraguay
Colombia
Antofragesta
Chili
la Paz
Montevideo
Domestic Hints from The Scotch-American
Society shifts toward vegetarianism while household tips cover bath cleaning with lemon juice and salt, quick omelet cooking with hot pans, ironing cloths with a brush and water, frying fish with salt in a hot pan, glycerine and lemon juice for whitening hands, milk benefits over tea or coffee for children, cleaning varnished paint with used tea leaves, preventing knitted jersey shrinking with washing silk or linen, and the value of walking as healthy exercise using every muscle and nerve.
Shakespearean row roils Omaha Julius Caesar cast
In Omaha March 8 the all star Julius Caesar troupe loses Cassius as Frank Keenan leaves after finishing his part and heads to Broadway to start a rival company. Tyrone Power, the original Brutus, has also departed and plans an all star revival.
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Omaha
Neb
Allstar
William Faversham
Julius Caesar
Cassius
Faversham
Frank Keenan
Broadway
Tyrone Power
Brutus
Keenan
Wisconsin assembly moves to curb legislature length
Madison March 8 The assembly plans another vote on shorter sessions next Wednesday. Assemblyman Mahon proposed reconsidering the 120 day limit bill and brought it to the floor after the Johnson measure advanced last Thursday. Axel Johnson offered immediate action but was defeated and Mahon’s motion was placed on the calendar for Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wis
Assembly
Mahon
Johnson
Axel Johnson
Court quarrel ends in promised reconciliation for two ladies
The Duke de Roquelaure learned two ladies of the court hurled insults at each other. When asked if they called each other homely he confirmed they had not and vowed to see them reconciled.
Men Who Succeed and a Coquette Defined
A Kingsley quote praises cheerful hopeful men who meet life’s ups and downs with a smile. The other line defines a coquette as a girl who syndicates her affections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Kingsley
Head Covered With White Pimples Ends in Cure
Mrs. E. F. Sulzberger recalls a two year old boy plagued by white pimples and severe itching spreading from scalp to body. After failing eczema remedies, Cuticura Soap and Ointment with nightly thick applications and a hood stopped the sores, restoring full sleep. Trade offer included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ransom
Tll
Cuticura
Dept.t
Boston
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Chicago
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Jessie Wilson
Y. W. C. A. Convention
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