Memorial Service Honors Dwight Moody at Highland Church
Lir Wudby leads a memorial service for Dwight L. Moody, praising his life and work. Reed Dilts, pastor, notes Moody would not want praise but celebration of spiritual force. Rev C L Merriam stresses Moody’s impact across nations, urging deep conviction, atonement faith, and the hope Moody’s death left as a sign of eternal life.
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Dwight L. Moody
Branchh Neel
Nymns
Iked
Amu
Jows
Moony
Jesus Christ
God
Forgetting the Past Sermon Marks New Year Prelude
Rev. F. A. Warfield of the First Congregational Church delivers a New Year sermon built on forgetting past woes. He notes world events at The Hague and the Paris arbitration, U.S. rise as a world power, and domestic prosperity with wage gains. He warns of church growth stagnation and stresses factory life improvements for families.
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F. A. Warfield
First Congregational Church
The
Hague
Guinana
Venezuela
United States
America
Congregational
Christian Endeavor
Coxey
Washington
C'T
Sermon Refutes Hell Notion and Explains Baptist Beliefs
Reverend Ford eulogizes Dwight L. Moody and reviews his life in Sunday morning discourse. In the evening he answers press criticisms of two weeks prior, clarifying that God does not predestine punishment, sin carries its own penalties, and the gospel calls men to forsake sin. He preaches Souls Unmarked with Choose ye this day as text and denies baptism saves infants.
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Rev
T. Ford
Dwight L. Moody
Mr. Ford
Hell
God
Jesus Christ
Baptists
Annual Meeting of First Baptist Sunday School Reelects Officers
The First Baptist Sunday School held its annual meeting naming Henry L. Tibbetts as superintendent and a slate of assistants, with James Buchanan as treasurer and three secretaries. The secretary’s report shows 834 members and 395 average attendance. The treasurer recorded 708.16 in receipts, 427.20 from class contributions, and 186.45 on hand. A charity sale at Odd Fellows’ temple raised 606.05 for church improvements, with detailed table earnings listed. The era’s broader discussion covered the Transvaal war, with opinions on British and Boer actions and noted supporters of the Boers.
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First Baptist Sunday School
Henry L. Tibbetts
Frank W. Bowen
O. E. Pevey
G. H. Taylor
James Buchanan
F. M. Perkins
Woodward
Chapman
F. A. Hayward
Tinker
Mr. Ford
First Baptist Church
Ladies’ Benevolent Society
Odd Fellows’ Temple
From Death to Life Sermon Echoes in Kirk Street Church
The Kirk Street church crowd filled the auditorium for the winter service last night. Rev W A Bartlett spoke on From Death to Life after a Christmas Sunday musical program. He described the Boers in Africa with historical notes from settlement to 1884, ending with the London Convention.
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Kirk Street
W. A. Bartlett
Africa
Cape
Cape Colony
South African
Vaal
Transvaal
Great Britain
Disraeli
Little Republic
England
Majuba Hill
New Year’s Sermon and Concert At Primitive Methodist
Rev N W Matthews preached a New Year sermon at morning service. In the evening Sunday school members, led by William Nelson, presented recitations solos duets and class exercises. A union watch night service at 10 30 p m united members of Primitive Berean and Immanuel churches in song and talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. W. Matthews
William Nelson
Nathaniel Matthews
Amelia Howard
Sarah Haworth
Jennie Usher
J. Percy Matthews
Dora Heading
Mrs. Hadley
Joseph Haworth
Orpah Sutcliffe
Herbert Hadley
Elen Duanphey
Samuel Asquith
Alice Ogley
Holmes
Mr. Matthews
D. Salmond
Berean Methodist Church
Arthur Hayward
Immanuel Baptist Church
Universalist Church reports no debt after annual financial read
Rev. C E Fisher presented the society financials showing no debt and strong finances at yesterday morning services. Members pledged $1000 extra for next year, with $1016 promised in about 20 minutes. Annual meeting set for one week hence.
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First Universalist Church
C. E. Fisher
Minister Reflects on A Wonderful Year At First Trinitarian
Rev. George F Kenngett closed his morning sermon at the First Trinitarian church yesterday with reflections on A Wonderful Year. He praised victories for the American arms, said the United States had outgrown isolation and become a world republic, and opposed the term imperialism. He suggested Christ would prefer a republic over an empire for His work.
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George F. Kenngett
United States
Christ
Country to share its blessings with others in year
The speaker argued the nation should measure pride by the opportunity to spread blessings abroad not by extended holdings or growing population. He predicted the coming year would be the most important in world history.
Revival sermon notes church gains record gifts
The report of Rev. C. E. Fisher at the morning service said the church is more prosperous financially than ever. At the close of the service Mr. Fisher asked for donations, and within twenty minutes the congregation raised 1016 dollars after an initial request for one thousand dollars.
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C. E. Fisher
Worthen Street Baptist Fund Drive Receives $600 Pledge
At Worthen Street Baptist Church Freeman H. Butler of the prudential committee appealed for funds and received a quick pledge of $600. The church reports a successful year.
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Worthen Street
Freeman H. Butler
Prudential Committee
Evangelist Telford Addresses YMCA Men’s Meeting
A large crowd attended at the YMCA yesterday afternoon to hear Evangelist Telford of England speak on "God's Favorites." The address drew the largest attendance in some time and was well received, with music by the orchestra and the Misses Sturtevant enhancing the program.
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Evangelist Telford
Telford
Sturtevant
Open House at Local YMCA Welcomes New Officers
Tonight the Ladies Auxiliary hosts a New Year open house at the YMCA to greet the new secretary Mr Williams and new physical director Dr Dietz. President Mr Pickering, retiring Mrs H C Fuller, and new auxiliary president Mrs W W Richardson will be present. The event runs 7 to 9 pm with light refreshments and broad invitation to all interested citizens.
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Young Men's Christian Association
Ladies’ Auxiliary
Friends of the Association
Williams
Dietz
Pickering
Association
H. C. Fuller
W. W. Richardson
Solemn watch night services across Protestant churches
Watch night services were held in several Protestant churches to mark the year’s end and the new year. Attendees joined in prayer during the final moments of the old year and exchanged greetings after the benedictions.
Unified faiths hold year end vestry service
The First Congregational First Trinitarian Worthen Street Baptist and Worthen Street Methodist joined in a vestry service at the latter church. An 8:30 praise service preceded a sermon by Rev. F A Warfield. Rev. George F Kenngot led devotional, with Rev Bowley Green directing the youth service and Rev J F Allen guiding consecration to close the year.
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First Trinitarian
Worthen Street Baptist
Worthen Street Methodis
F. A. Warfield
George F. Kenngot
Bowley Green
J. F. Allen
Evangelist Telford Leads Union Service in London
Rev. E. P. Telford of London was principal speaker at the union service of Central M E and John Street Congregational churches held in the former church auditorium. He made a favorable impression on a large crowd with notable sentiment. Rev. W. H. Meredith and Rev. George H. Johnson also spoke.
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E. P. Telford
London
M. E
John Street
W. H. Meredith
Re. George H. Johnson
Watch Night Service Opens at Paige Street Free Baptist Church
A large congregation attended the watch night service at Paige Street Free Baptist Church. Rev. A. E. Kenyon of Chemsford Street Free Baptist preached at 9 30 o'clock and Rev. A. E. Wilson led a general praise and prayer service.
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Paige Street
Night Watch Service at St Pauls M E Church
A watch night service at St Pauls M E Church was well attended by church members and a visiting delegation from First Baptist. After the regular service, prayer and testimony were held in the vestry, with a nine o'clock intermission and refreshments. Rev S T Ford spoke at 9 30, and the meeting ended with prayers and New Year greetings.
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St. Pau's M. E
First Baptist
S. T. Ford
Highland M E Watch Night Services Noted
Highland Methodist church held watch night services with good attendance and a reflective, prayerful atmosphere as the year ended.
New Year Prayers Mark Night Service Attendance
As night wore on the cold air shortened stay with many leaving early. Pastor Rev. Mr. Higgins led a service of prayer and song while earnest words and music filled the hours. Midnight closed with New Year greetings at the door.
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Mr. Higgins
Second Orchestral Recital Delights Large Audience
The Orchestral Society’s second recital at Odd Fellows hall drew nearly full seating. Josef Adamowski of the Boston Symphony impressed with solos including Raugio and a Tavantelle by Cosmann, while Greig’s Peer Gynt suite in four movements showcased the orchestra. Max Zach accompanied. tenor Arthur Lane sang with a slight cold but was well received. the program closed with National airs and a hearty singing of My Country Tis of Thee.
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Orchestral Society
Odd Fellows Hall
Josef Adamowski
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Ww. F. Trumbell
Henrik Ibsen
Peer Gynt
Gynt
Fuus
Mr. Adamowski
Wee Raugio
Vy Vartini
Cosmann
Elegi
Faure
Witzenwagen
Mitt
Simon
Max Zach
B S von
Adamowski
Arthur Kk
Lane
Boston
Flegies
Babe
Denee
Mr. Fleet
Contry
Savoy Theatre Announces Major Improvements and Star Vaudeville Week
The Savoy Theatre plans heating upgrades, white repainting, and electric front lighting to attract larger crowds. Improvements aim to make the venue a top New England theater. The bill features leading vaudeville artists, with several acts having Keith circuit exposure. Negotiations with top talent suggest notable performances this week.
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Savoy Theatre
Savoy
Merrimack Street
Central Street
New England
Lowell
Hill
Keith
All Night Service to Meet Midnight Mass Crowds
Lowell and Suburban lines kept cars running to accommodate the unusually large crowds at Catholic churches citywide. Service continued on most routes into the early morning to handle the heavy turnout for the midnight masses.
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Lowell & Suburban
Lowell & Surburban
Priest Fr. Michael Leonard Transfers to Springfield
Rev. Fr. Michael J. Leonard, seven years with St. Patrick’s church, departs for Springfield this week after ordination seven years ago and service in this archdiocese. He preached at high mass Sunday and announced the transfer to Springfield, thanking the rector and priests for kindness.
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Springfield
Michael J. Leonard
St. Patrick’s Church
Leonard
Springfed
Beaven
Fr. Leonard
Amusements at Opera House Highlight Cameron and Burlesque
The Opera House draws crowds for Mis Cameron in Dumas role and Frankie Carpenter engagement. Jere Grady leads the supporting cast as burlesque acts by Hey one Watson Bryant Yale and others follow with new sketches and songs. A Man of Mystery promises hypnotic intrigue with Swan’s study of hypnotism and thrilling stage effects. Seats now on sale.
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E. V. Phelan Wouinpay
Opera
Ianifest
Mis Wa Cameron
Cdwvunt Dantes
Dumas
Iate Cristo
Cameron
Frankie Carpenter
Opera House
Jere Grady
Mondy
Music Nal
Ryant & Watson
Bryant & Yale
Isters
Charlie Bauss
Edna Uliine
Vest
Kennedy
Neso
Lnceretti
Demonio
Sam Collins
Minnie Cline
Rasess
Jekyll and
Mr. Hyde
Mak F
Swan
Co Sale
Commerce and testimonials for the Citizen ad ads
A set of testimonial letters from Merrimack Clothing Co. and W. H. Pearson and Courier-Citizen reflect advertising value in the Citizen. Coverage notes improved layout, font use, and borders for ads, endorses the Citizen as premier local medium, and mentions a dramatic postwar sale of winter shirts and drawers at half price, plus 29 cent garments.
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Lowell
Courier-Cit Izen C
Lowell Mass
Merrack Clothing Co
Ciizen
Ctizen
Citzen
Merrimack Clo Hing C
H. O'Sullivan
Trea Urer
W. H. Pearson
Sairs
A. G. Pollard &Vu
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Soundiogais
Moody
St. Paul
Luther
Spurgeon
Rev. C. L. Merriam
Mr. Moody
D. L. Moody
Mir
Merriam
Europe
Nationa
Naional Council
Kruger
Cecil Rhodes
Mr. Chamberlain
John Morley
Frederic Harrison
Karl Blind
Andrew Carnegie
James G. Whitney
International Congress of Diplomatic History
Olive Schreiner
Mr. Carnegie
Rogers Bros
Rogers Hos
Leighton Bros. Centra
Ca-Da
Bert
Primitive Methodist
Page Teen
Union Service
Central Methodist
Paige Street Baptist
ST. Paul's
Highland Methodist Church
W. Horne & Son
Music Hall
Merimack Clothing Co
Courier-Citizen Co
Galileo
Courier
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