Absalom's rise and the challenge to King David
Commentary on 2 Samuel chapters detailing Absalom's ambition and deceit. The piece contrasts Absalom's public piety with his hidden scheming, notes his lure of Israel, and urges repentance and faithfulness to God, highlighting the danger of following popular leaders over divine truth. It cites notable lines and biblical parallels and applies the lesson to contemporary faithfulness.
Hood's Pills Promise Liver Cure and Digestive Help
Hood's Pills claimed to cure liver mis, biliousness and indigestion with easy dosage and simple operation. The ad asserts quick relief and was directed at readers seeking a reliable stomach and liver tonic.
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Hood
Duty and joy of church membership discussed
Rev 8 H Doyle outlines Christian Endeavor topic for Aug 23 week, arguing church membership is a duty commanded by Christ, carries and administers baptism and the Lord's Supper, and aids spiritual growth. It is also a source of joy through fellowship, unity, and opportunities for service within the church. Bible citations accompany the lesson.
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H. Doyle
Christ
Carey Dies at 73 as India Honors Missionary Legacy
Christian England recalls William Carey born in 18th century, sneered at by Sydney Smith as a cobbler before his death at 73. He was visited by the bishop of India on his deathbed. British rulers lowered flags to half mast, praising a missionary who aided India more than generals. A western Christian Endeavorer, a railroad conductor, uses train car religious literature to reach passengers, leading many crew and travelers toward the beer life, with a male quartet among the Christians aboard.
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David
Hebron
Maacah
Geshur
John viii
Amnon
Goshur
Lekon
Joab
Jerusalem
Jeremiah
Israel
Judas
R. V
Abraham
Isaac
Jacob
Caleb
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Isa
Ivi
Ittai
Jerusalom
Jesus
God
God of Truth
Jesus Christ
King of Kings
England
Sydney Smith
William Carey
Carey
India
Church of England
Bengal
Reverent claims on truth across all religions
John Learned argues that God, truth, duty, faith, and love inhabit all faiths. The soul reveals, hears voices, and recognizes authority with a light older than Christianity that endures even if Christianity were undone.
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John Learned
Quote by Dr Parkhurst on faith and fear
The speaker warns that the greatest danger is not sinners but the deadness of the saints. He laments the remote ness from God and the failure to experience God as a real, felt presence rather than a name. He stresses that true verities belong to many, not a chosen few.
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Dr. Parkhurst
Graciousness of manners at home and in strangers
The Central Christian Advocate notes daily courtesies bring happiness to those close, praising gracious behavior as valuable both with strangers and most of all within the home. It emphasizes courteous conduct as essential in daily life and family relations.
The Secret of Victory in Christian Life
Christian Intelligencer quotes H. W. Smith on victory through meeting the enemy as already conquered. The piece echoes caring for the lost, searching for the needy, and following the Shepherd’s example as the Son of Man had no fixed home.
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Christian Intelligencer
H. W. Smith
Parisian Fashions Change Skirt Circumference and Accessories
Parisian fashions project a skirt circumference just over four yards, favoring less crinoline and thicker woolens for warmth. Decolletage is styled to suit figures, hair is waved with high back, and side locks secured by combs. Alpaca, serge, camel hair preferred for travel, jewelry kept minimal. a young girl gown features cream lace and rose velvet.
Silk Petticoats Not Practical Daily Wear
A late 19th or early 20th century fashion note argues silk petticoats are unsatisfactory for everyday use. It favors durable options like cotton muslin cambric and lawn, noting cheaper, longer-lasting garments keep color and freshness better. The piece highlights white petticoats and a fashion illustration featuring a white pique skirt with lace, cream taffeta, and lis ard satin accents by Junie Chollet.
Curious artist coincidence ties Besant notes to exact face
Besant recalls asking an artist to imagine a character's face and seeing the sketch match his description. A charming anecdote links art and intention. The second passage reflects on a popular girl’s collection of summer mementoes, where rusty nails and splinters evoke cherished memories for a tidy mother.
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Sir Walter Besant
Sunday Church Services Across Chelmsford Area
A dense list of Sunday sermons across Chelmsford churches including Union Free Baptist at Barristers Hall and Immanuel Baptist on Blossom Street. Note times span morning 10:30 and evening 7, with Sunday schools, youth meetings, and various denominational services across Baptist, Congregational, Methodist, Presbyterian, Unitarian, and Catholic houses of worship.
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Chelmsford Street
H. Lockhart
Union Free Baptist Church
Barristers Hall
Central Street
W. A. Morang
Immanuel Baptist
Blossom — Street
Thomas S. Sayer, Jr
Young People's Meeting
Worthen — Street Baptist
Bowley Green
Branch Street Tabernacle
O. FB. Mallory
Paige Street Freewill
W. W. Harris
Mount Vernon Freewill
TL. Denney
Fifth Street Baptist
Henry W
Millington
Smith Thomas Ford
London Street
C. E. Poole
Kirk Street
W. A. Bartlett
John Street
Geo. H. Johnson
Fletcher and
Bowers Streets
T. G. A. Cote
High Street
C. W. Huntington
Pawtucket
Willis D. Leland
Hillside
Dracut
E. L. Baker
Elliot
Summer Street
J. M. Greene
D. D
Highland
Charles L. Merriam
Methodist
Worthen Street
E. T. Curnick
Highland M. E
James Mudge
St. Paul’s M. E
F. K. Stratton
Central M
C. M. Hall
Epworth League
Centralville Methodist
Corner Bridge
Hildreth
KE. S. Tasker
Westminster
Tyler Street
Campbell
First
Appleton Street
Robert Court
Grace
R. A. Greene
Unitarian
Unity Congregational Church
Church Street
Free Church
Middlesex Street
South
Geo. C. Wright
Union
Paige Street
Kirk
Pee W. GC. Westcott
West Sixth Street
Isaac B. Leclaire
Union Mission Church
Barristers’ Hall
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Merrimack Street
Central Mission
First Street
Read Street
St. Anne’s
A. St. John Chambre
Geo. S. Sinclair
St. John’s
Gorham Street
TL. Co. Manchester
House of Prayer
Walker Street
Wilson Waters
B. C
First Church of Christ, Scientist
Pollard Building
Palmer Street
Advent Christian
Grand Street
New Church
Bay State Hall
Old Odd Fellows
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Meadowcroft Street
J. V. Soderman
St. Patrick’s
Sacred Heart
Moore Street
Oblate Fathers
St. Jean
Tdaptiste
St. Joseph’s
Church of Immaculate Conception
St. Peter’s
Michael Rowan
Backache relief through Deans Kidney Pills praised by Mrs Knowles
Mrs Knowles of 46 Cross Street credits Deans Kidney Pills with ending a year of backache and urinary trouble. She details dizziness and headaches, says a second box brought complete relief, and offers her name for inquiries. Pills priced 50 cents. sold by Carter and Sherburne. agents listed. mail order from Troster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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S Knowles
Cross Street
Wilingwood & Co
Merrimack
Central Streets
Troster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
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