Faith and work in prayer before the harvest
A poetic meditation from The Independent on patient faith in prayer, perseverance in toil, and trust that God will provide rain and sun in due time. It contrasts quiet waiting with anxious doubt and urges steadfast labor and hopeful expectation for divine blessing.
Jesus at Cana and the path to divine life
The piece contrasts Jesus with John the Baptist, praising Jesus as the source of pure unselfish love. It notes Jesus' miracles at Cana, his joy with friends, and calls readers to turn from mere humanity to a life shared with Christ, in Winchester, Virginia.
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Jesus
Cana
John the Baptist
John
Christ
the Baptist
Winchester
Profane Realism and Zion Faith in a Sunday-School View
A Sunday-School Times piece argues against profanity in literature and endorses pure moral taste. It laments church members who abandon Zion for worldly ease, warning apostasy harms both time and eternity and urging steadfast devotion to church ordinances. Luthersburg, Pa.
Endurance Versus Strength in Ruskin’s View
A reflective quote from Ruskin on virtue noting endurance surpasses raw strength and patience outweighs beauty, framing a moral hierarchy of traits.
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Ruskin
A Day’s Duty Inspires Daily Renewal
A reflective meditation on life as a daily rebirth. Each sunrise marks a new start with fresh energy and a limited path. The passage urges action, noting that every day embodies the past and hints at what lies ahead.
Guidance Through Prayer and Faith
A devotional urging readers to seek Christ's guidance in uncertain decisions. It emphasizes trusting Jesus to see the full path, offering comfort that divine care and counsel will direct choices. The text encourages prayerful contemplation and reliance on spiritual guidance.
Augustine on Pentecost and the Spirit in the Church
The article discusses Augustine’s view that Pentecost marks the Spirit’s active presence since its heavenly origin. It cites Christ’s and the Spirit’s distinct roles, the Spirit’s ongoing work in convicting sin and guiding the Church, and how Christians should live: reading to enhance intellect, seek virtuous environment, and pursue a positive Christian life through fellowship with Jesus Christ.
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Christ
Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ Foremost Figure of the World Today
The text extols Christ as the leading figure of the world and praises Christian empires whose laws customs and institutions are most beneficent. It claims that where Galilean teachings prevail life prospers and foresees a world cleansed from sin by the Lamb and praising God.
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Christ
G.T
Lutheran church orphan support ratios noted in The Lutheran
The Messenger at Salem Virginia reports the Lutheran church supports one orphan per 600 communicants while the United Synod supports one per 1300. The article notes uncertainty about other denominations but urges Lutherans not to fall behind in orphanage work.
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Lutheran Church
United States
the Messenger
Salem
United Synod
Lutheran
I Spot Cash a Year for This Paper
A reader offers a yearly cash payment for the newspaper subscription, promising immediate value and steady delivery, expressing strong interest in supporting the publication.
Union That Does Not Unite in The Lutheran View
The Lutheran argues the United Free Church of Scotland fails to unite, as true union requires shared faith. He compares two harmonized bodies with two heads now joined, claiming inner conviction is essential for genuine unity and peace.
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United Free Church of Scotland
Lead Keel Of Shamrock II Weighs Ninety Tons
The Shamrock II sails toward October arrival to contest the international championship with a keel of lead weighing ninety tons. The heavy ballast steadies the vessel against powerful winds and capsizing. The analogy notes that great men need strong religious principles to guard against sudden success overturning character.
Partnership in Christ Walks With Us
D L Moody writes that fellowship means partnership with Christ. He says believers must consult Christ in all they do and be ready to leave possessions behind like Peter did to follow Him.
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Christ
Son
Peter
D. LZ
Moody
England
Great souls and loyalty in reverent allegiance
A compact reflection on virtue and humility, contrasting noble endurance with small minded resentment. The author frames loyalty as a mark of greatness and subservience to higher ideals.
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Carlyle
Pursuit of Greatness through Small Acts of Service
A guiding reminder that greatness can be found in humble duties. Serving God in ordinary tasks reflects devotion, discipline, and steadfast faith. Small acts accumulate into meaningful spiritual impact across daily life.
Satisfied in Heaven Promises Comfort for All Believers
A Times devotional quotes Robert Hall Wilberforce Beecher and others on heaven's satisfaction. It notes rest love and reunion with loved ones as central joys. God is sufficient to meet every need and longing for all who trust.
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Robert Hall
William Wilberforce
Henry Ward Beecher
Mr. Beecher
S.S. Times
Neglect of Church Going and the Blind Room in Washington
A reflection on the spiritual value of church attendance contrasts with a detailed visit to the U.S. Capitol Blind Room. The piece notes worship’s beauty and moral aims, then describes the library room's facilities, programs, and daily activities aiding sightless visitors, led by Miss Giften, and urges other states to establish similar resources for the blind.
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Congressional
Washington
United States
Congressional Library
Army
Giften
Tures
Librarian of Congress
Rich Americans Are Not Truly Wealthy
The author argues that genuine wealth lies in character, health, and ordinary joys rather than stock market or fashion power. In Newport scenes at the Ocean House the affluent appear no happier, while a New York millionaire seeks sight in old age, suggesting happiness is not bought.
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Newport
America
Ocean House
New York
Angell
Notable Word Distinctions and Their Nuances
A concise guide to synonyms and usage contrasts. The text explains industrious versus diligent, each versus every, heaven sky, high lofty tall, hinder versus prevent, moment instant, story tale, and value versus worth with examples and clarifications.
When your burden is heaviest you can lighten another
A reflective saying by George S. Merriam on bearing burdens and offering help. It emphasizes that even when one cannot see or seek help from God there remains the option to give help to others, lightening someone else’s load.
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God
George S. Merriam
War cost debate quoted by St Paul Globe
The St Paul Globe editors denounce the war spirit and urge rejecting war by illustrating what could be bought with its costs. Henry Richard is cited showing land, clothing, schools, academies, colleges, and churches funded by war monies for universal peace.
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St. Paul Globe
Henry Richard
Toss Up for a Lady Ends in a Duel
Two suitors, debating for a young lady, propose a coin toss. One rivals the other by suggesting a brick toss. the brick stays aloft, and the rival loses the girl. The paper ends with a humorous note and a plea to pay for the issue.
Sun Engine Powers Water Pumping in California
A ten horsepower sun engine in California pumps 1400 gallons per minute using mirrors focusing sunlight on lampblack covered boilers. Professor Langley of the Smithsonian believes sun pumps may someday transform the Sahara into fertile land. The World notes many opportunities await the growing generation.
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California
Langley
Smithsonian Institute
Sahara
Africa
Junior
C. BE. World
Special Excursions to Buffalo June 13 and 27 1901
Excursion tickets at greatly reduced rates from Virginia stations including Lynchburg to Buffalo and return June 12 and 26. Special trains leave Washington over the Pennsylvania Railroad at 7 50 a m on June 13 and 27. Confer with Southern Railway Agents for rates.
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Buffalo
Virginia
Lynchburg
Washington
Pennsylvania R. R
Southern Railway
International Convention Travel Deal for Detroit July 1901
The Southern Railway offers round trip tickets to Detroit Michigan for the International Convention of the Brotherhood of St Andrew to be held July 24 to 28 1901. Tickets sold July 22 23 and 24 with final return limit August 2 at one fare round trip. Subscription offer inside.
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Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Detroit
Mich
Southern Railway
Igor
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