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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1903
Page
5
The First Universalist preacher Rev C E Fisher cites First Corinthians to illustrate two natures in man earthly and spiritual. The sermon uses Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde to show the struggle, urges self control, obedience to divine law, self sacrifice, and uplift through virtue.
Dr. Ford's second sermon in a marriage series urges thoughtful revival of home life and religious affiliation. He cites Proverbs and argues wives should train husbands religiously, noting women are often more religious and the home needs cooperation, sacrifice, and a religious safeguard.
Reverend Ralph Gillam delivered a Sunday sermon from the book of Jonah at First Congregational Church. He argued Jonah reveals human hearts and urged confidence in preachers while noting Jonah’s attempt to flee God and his persistence in prayer during trouble. The message stressed enduring lessons from Jonah.
The speaker assails moral laxity noting men boast in health then turn to God in danger. He likens moderns to Jonah fleeing God and urges Nineveh like repentance. Evangelist Gillam calls for decisive soul salvation and dedication to scripture amid planned future speakers from New York and Boston.
The Free church in Middlesex street celebrated the 17th anniversary of Rev. George C. Wrights work in the city with decorative autumn foliage and a platform bower. A special choir program followed by a social meeting and refreshments completed the observance.
The YMCA gathering at the First Baptist church Sunday afternoon drew about 150 attendees. Secretary Morse led the meeting with Rev. Dr. Ford reading portions, and the event was described as very interesting and helpful.
Services at Immanuel Baptist Blossom Street were well attended despite the storm. Rev. Robert F. True delivered the morning sermon on Drifting using rowing as a metaphor. Evening evangelistic service featured a gospel message on What shall I do with Jesus. The choir, solos, and duets by W. J. Beaven, R. F. True, and Miss Isabelle Gillespie enhanced the day.
The Dominion liner Jefferson, delayed by a stormy voyage, arrived in port at 10:30 a.m. in New York after seeking shelter at Old Point Comfort due to an easterly gale. A passenger, H. B. Hawley of Lake View Moon County North Carolina, was killed after being knocked down on deck by a heavy sea. his body was brought ashore.
Paris reports keen anticipation for the visit of King Victor Emmanuel and Queen to France. They will cross the frontier Wednesday morning with official receptions planned from Dijon to Paris. Decorations include entwined France and Italy arms, and they will be greeted at Bois de Boulogne by President Loubet and other leaders.
Concord report states Sumner L. Thompson, manager of the Ben Mere Inn at Lake Sunapee, died today. He was 55 years old.
The Carnaval de Fleurs committee reported the festival as financially the most successful for L Association aside from the inaugural clubhouse event. Prizes ranged from gold coins to a gas lamp and camera, with multiple tables distributing gifts and confections. A separate meeting discussed plans for a new French church and reported Archbishop Williams’ favorable view.
At the twenty first annual Christian Missionary Alliance convention in New York, cash and pledges totaled 911,167. Rev. A. B. Simpson delivered the missionary sermon on the sin of the church neglecting missions, noting Americans spend 40 on liquor and tobacco for every person while the average Protestant contribution is 40 cents per member.
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