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Newspaper
Temperance World
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 01, 1898
Page
7
From a New Age excerpt the text argues abstaining from wine is a social duty not a private choice. It claims sober adults tempt others by drinking and offering wine, and that even moderate drinkers can be sinners for promoting alcohol to impressionable youth.
Mr Tennyson Smiths autumn mission in Norwood London and Boston follows with strong support from Hon Sec George Jones and local workers. The tour features debates as opponents challenge views and a local grocer licence scandal in Boston sparks public anger while Rev Hugh Price Hughes is drawn into the lecturer’s charges. A Stamford mission and a six day Armley campaign in Leeds continue the anti alcohol drive amid mixed public enthusiasm.
The Secretary reports on the election of a new president for the Ironsides, praising Kyffin Freeman for his leadership and noting plans for the annual meeting, finances, and future speakers. The letter also confirms Freeman’s impending retirement and the push for funds to support the mission.
A historical notice reports a man named Mr. Smith found guilty of robbery and murder and executed. It mentions The Armley Junior Temperance Society organized by Mr. F Rhodes with secretary Mr. W J Carter and colleagues. It notes Mr. Smith resting in Birmingham and touring tasks in Gloucester Exeter Hall Durham Oban and a mission.
Boston and Stamford form new Circles following Mr. Tennyson Smith's mission visit. Stamford Circle secretary is J W Billing. Headquarters officials met October 13 at 202 Phonnix Street for the annual meeting preparations. Attendees included T Kyffin Freeman President and Gavin Cunningham Hon Secretary.
Christian abstainer Lama pledges to support the Ironsides Association and subscribes 7 shillings per year as a minimum. Subscribers of 2/6 per year receive The Temperance World monthly. Fill in amount you are willing to subscribe and sign with address and date.
At the Leeds Brewster Sessions the trustees of Harrison's Charity, owners of an inn, sought a new public-house licence to replace the old tavern. The magistrates refused the application. The Leeds Mercury questions why the Vicar of St. John's would back such a move by notable trustees, noting the charity supports the church and town livings.
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