Early church growth post Stephens martyrdom in Samaria
The lesson notes trace persecution in Jerusalem leading to scattered believers preaching in Samaria and beyond. Philip the deacon evangelizes, Simon Magus appears, Peter and John lay hands to confer the Holy Ghost, and the danger of simony is warned as true gifts come from God.
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Phillip
Stephen
Jerusalem
Samaria
Sychar
Pilate
Rome
Tiberius
Saul
Paul
Galilee
Phoenicia
Antioch
Cyprus
Phili
Apostle Philip
Philip the Deacon
Evangelist
Simon Magus
Cesarea
Alexander Whyte
Peter
John
Simon
Philip
Christ
Joseph Parker
Old Lawrence portrait of Adam Torrence and sons
The memoir recalls Adam Torrence, a Lawrence County tanner, and his wife, their children, and the tuberculosis deaths of James and William Torrence. It contrasts later generations, notes kindness and piety, and reflects on family health mysteries and moral character.
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Adam Torrence
Lawrence County
Oakville
Lawrence
David
Bourne
Eve
Adam
James Torrence
Esau
Jimmie
William Torrence
Mary Magdalene and the Magdala escape tale retold
The narrative recounts Mary Magdalene’s three months in Magdala prison, her escape, and her subsequent life as an outcast. It links her to Jesus, notes her acts of devotion at Simon’s house, and cites Adina’s Chronicle of the Savior’s era with claims about John the Evangelist courting Mary before baptism.
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Earth
Barna Torrence
William
Jesus
John the Baptist
Jordan
Mary
Magdala
Mary Magdalene
Marys
Nain
Jesus of Nazareth
Simon’s
Simon
Christ
Bethany
Adina
House of David
Jerusalem
Alexandria
Egypt
Elias Ben Ezra
John
Evangelist
Amos
Prospect Links. 1909 Local Letter Section
Dear Mr White this letter notes rough weather and rain illness in the area. The death of Mrs Walton aged 72 is reported with her family left to mourn. Minser and Will Thrasher return from Decatur and Miss Annie Thrasher is urged to visit and recount her companion. Fred Rylant is the contact for Hickory Grove inquiries. Will Norwood signs off hoping for publication.
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Mr. White
Henry Walton
Minser
Will Thrasher
Decatur
Annie Thrasher
Jessie Thrasher
Hickory Grove
Fred Rylant
Will Norwood
Farmers Union Meet Aims for State Crop Prizes
At the next quarterly meeting of the Farmers Union of Lawrence county members are urged to compete for state prizes in corn hay potatoes and oats. Winning these prizes is presented as the direct path to better cotton prices and brighter economic outcomes.
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Farmers Union of
Lawrence County
W D Irwin Visits Nashville on Business
W D Irwin made a business trip to Nashville last week, meeting with associates and reviewing potential opportunities for expansion in the region. He returned with no announced decisions.
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W. D. Irwin
Nashville
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Bank OF
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Ce Bre Ve Lin
Chl Bown
Noulton
Masterson Hotel
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Marrre Masterson
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Tanyard
A Thrilling Bible Story
Wary Magdalene
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