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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1902
Page
2
A Mlinois Methodist conference debates rubbish in hymn books and challenges dancing tunes in worship. Critics say many hymns lack real meaning while dance music in churches distracts from reverent worship and should be banned in services and Sunday schools.
A meditation on temptation arguing it strengthens virtue through resistance and failure through yielding. Temptation reveals health, courage, and self restraint while negative morality lacks real virtue. The piece cites Mr. Van Alen and Norfolk butchers, noting misdeeds and social judgment.
City council amended and approved third readings for franchises to Arcade Electric Co for street wiring in Curtis Keterbrook Whiteomb and Lumber Exchange buildings. Franchises include 20 year steam and lighting permits. void when municipal lighting plant starts.
General William Booth, founder and leader of the Salvation Army, visits the United States for the fourth time. The article portrays him as a tall, white-bearded patriarchal figure, forceful and earnest in his mission to combat destitution observed in England.
Describing a band of workers loyal to General William Hoath, the piece praises their devotion and effectiveness. It asserts there is no appeal from his decisions and that their earnest methods reach the intended people, saving both souls and bodies.
Ballot sites in the Ninth ward s406 Fremont avenue next to the post office and at Green Lake school building will be open from 12 m to 8 pm. The document, dated October 18, 1902, bears the seal of Seattle and School District No. in King County signed by W Jones, Secretary of the Board of Directors.
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