21 Nov 1822
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Newspaper
The Watchman
Location
Danville, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1822
Page
1
Tur Wartenman will be published weekly at two dollars per year with one dollar due at signing and one at six months. No subscriber is removed for arrears until paid, and subscriptions below six may be rejected. Subscribers receiving their papers by mail bear the postage.
The poem laments autumn’s decay as leaves fall and forests sigh. It recalls a wanderer atop a mountain watching autumn blanket the land while predicting nature’s spring will not renew human sorrow. The text contrasts nature’s cycle with human winter, noting the sun’s departure is permanent.
The Baptist Missionaries at Serampore have published the Bible in five languages and the New Testament in ten others. They also have the New Testament in six more languages in press and ten other versions on hand. They expended 30 000 to 49 000 from their own resources. A Baptist college exists at Serampore for local Christian natives. The New York Baptist Missionary Society employed seven missionaries in the past year in that state. A Baptist Theological Seminary has been established in New York. Massachusetts hosts a Baptist Education Society and a Baptist Tract Society. State associations form in Georgia and South Carolina. Five settled Baptist ministers and four without charge in Louisiana. Fewer Protestants in the state overall. Extracted from the Boston Recorder.
A fragment ponders barter during famine asking how many jewels for a loaf and how many diamonds for a cure in fever. The terse lines explore value, sacrifice, and desire in harsh times.
A desert vignette contrasts lavish robes and jewels with humble scripture. The author argues riches and outward ornament fail to outshine Bible, souls, and temper of Christ. He urges turning to spiritual adornment over material display and notes heavenly judgment.
A 1692 Charleston letter reports a revival led by Rev B Manly at Little Stephens Creek Church. Baptisms rise with 33 in August and 42 in September, 104 whites and 17 blacks added by experience, with many more awaiting baptism. Witnesses describe deep contrition and widespread, orderly spiritual awakening across nearby churches.
A 1822 letter from Reverend F G Ballentine in Deerfield discusses strong religious revival activity. He notes crowded meetings with about 40 solemn impressions, ongoing weekday gatherings, and active prayer groups. He urges brethren to visit and support the Lord’s work, citing awakenings among Christians.
A letter reports the Saluda Association did not join the convention as a body but six influential churches have united to send delegates. Six delegates were appointed to meet the convention in December next, with expectation of unity at the next association meeting. Abner Biocker signs affectionately.
A devotional meditation on the potency of fervent prayer. The speaker extols prayer as a boundless, life renewing force that conquers calamity, softens violence, and opens divine access, contrasting fervent inner prayer with hollow ritual and urging awakened minds to approach heaven with confidence.
A devotional reflection extols prayer as a universal haven for sailors and the sick, an anchor for the poor, and a healer of diseases. It praises prayer as the source of joy and foundation of happiness, urging gratitude to Christ, the Father, and the Holy Spirit.
A reflection on American independence and national pride contrasts universal support for military glory with neglect of domestic culture and industry. The author laments uneven national workmanship, urging equal patronage of American literature, arts, and manufacturing alongside naval triumphs.
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