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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1897
Page
9
A sermon-like piece honors Bishop Elijah Hedding born 1780 died 1852, praising his leadership in the Methodist Episcopal church and urging study of his life. It contrasts tempering trial with temper, noting virtue emerges through suffering and obedience, referencing Christ’s example.
A reflective verse invites divine aid for the year ahead, seeking purity, patience, faith, and Christian virtues. The speaker asks for strength to resist temptation, courage to endure, and guidance to win souls, invoking humility and dependence on God.
A historical piece praises missionary revival, cites the conversion of a former brutal leader, urges Epworth League action and church vigor, and notes the upcoming 1901 ecumenical Methodist conference at Wesley Chapel City Road London. It emphasizes integrity, aggressive church work, and conversion goals before winter and holidays.
A reflective poem speaks of faith amid wandering and trial. The speaker trusts a guiding presence who walks beside them through joy and grief, seeking growth in love. They envision a final home in a pure, blessed land with healing and rest, despite life’s sorrows.
A brisk retail notice lists a broad holiday bargain catalog. Items include needles, hooks and eyes, safety pins, ink, pencils, slate pencils, paper, envelopes, soap, crochet silk, corded spools, binding, elastic, darning cotton, gloves, corsets, caps, tam o Shanter hats, dress goods, lace curtains, counterpanes, blankets, comforters, oilcloth, shirts, and underwear with deep discounts and guaranteed quality.
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