Great Tasks for Great Souls in Living Service
The piece argues Christians must abandon trivial, worldly pursuits and devote energy to living, kingdom-centered tasks. It laments believers enthralled by dead things like sports, gossip, and fairs, urging a shift to missions, reform, and truly noble work guided by Christ. It cites Luther and Puritans to stress urgency for living souls to advance the kingdom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
Theead
Kingdom of Heaven
Macaulay
England
Luther
Jesus Christ
Father Lactantine
Lazarus
Third Hague Court
The Laymen's Movement and a Faithful Brother
The article praises William A. Burch for his long gospel ministry and enduring zeal. It reflects on Christ’s prophecy that the gospel be preached to all nations and notes Burch’s steadfast, active service beyond age expectations. It commends his loving heart, consecrated spirit, and health as the basis for continued work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. A.burch
Mark
Brother
Worthy of Emulation Minister's Early Call to Duty
At age 13 a young writer proclaims pride in taking on the full duties of a minister. The remark expresses intense religious conviction and early professional ambition, reflecting historical attitudes toward youth religious leadership and public service.
Begin the New Year Right with Family Altar Plan
Begin the New Year Right urges recognizing God’s claims on family life and restoring or establishing the family altar. It notes a “Family Altar league” formed last year with over 60 000 families enrolled and invites readers to write for a description of its plan and purposes to the family.
Decay of Faith Prompts Baltimore Synod Overture
Disturbed church leaders warn of rising intolerance for the supernatural. The Baltimore Synod adopts an overture urging the General Assembly to address threats to core Christian beliefs and to safeguard the foundational faith once delivered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church Universal
Durham
Synod of
Baltimore
General Assembly of
Presbyterian Church
United States of America
Resolutions For a Better Tomorrow By A B Beresford
A B Beresford outlines resolutions from the Universalist Leader urging generosity toward all, restraint toward the intolerant, and patience with the frayed and testy. He aims to build gratitude, brighten today, and spread substantial good in response to evil, guided by truth in love and the Twelfth Commandment of clean mind and life.
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A. B. Beresford
Universalist
Christmas Masses Held at Blackwell Island Institutions
On Blackwell's Island New York harbor Christmas day nine masses were celebrated by the Jesuit fathers at the various city institutions Nearly 1 400 inmates received holy communion
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackwell's Island
New York
Altar league at 602 Lakeside Chicago begins year
A note mentions a gathering at 602 Lakeside building in Chicago Illinois for an Altar league. The message urges determination as Mason manifests and proclaims loyalty to the Lord with the phrase as for me and my house we shall serve the Lord.
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Altar League
Lakeside Building
Chicago
Mason
Do Your Duty In Plain Duty Is Your Own Task
A moral exhortation stressing personal responsibility and the danger of relying on others to perform duties. It argues that obligations cannot be shifted onto others, and neglect or avoidance is unjustified regardless of assumptions about someone else acting.
Fellowship In Love and Sacred Shared Meal
A poetic meditation on service and love. It contrasts serving others with worship, suggesting that true devotion is found in intimate acts like wiping a child’s tear-stained face. The sacred supper is described as the common meal shared in need, while some view religion as a unsure rowboat heading away from faith.
Primary Bill 13 Held Back and Red Cross Board Formed
House committee killed the $10,000 bill to probe express rates and blocked the $18,000 for economy litigation appeal. The session also created an Illinois state Red Cross board with Gov Deneen as president, to oversee relief funds and coordinate disaster aid.
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House Committee
Bill
Springfeld
Chiperfield
Cantom
Gibson
Hull
Lee O'Neill Brown
Chipperfield
House Committee On Judiciary
State Railroad and Warehouse Commission
Senate
Miners’ Institute
Thomas Gorman
Peoria
Deneen
Red Cross
American Red Cross
Ilinois
Gov
Orson Smith
Adolph Nathan
Thomas E. Cannon
Chicago
John L. Mamilton
Hoopeston
Carroll
Washington
State Department
United States
Congress
War Department
Charles Biez
State Board of Arbitration
Chauncey B. Geiger
Educational Board Renamed and Governor Reappoints Commission
The forty fifth general assembly renamed the educational commission and Gov. Deneen reappointed most members. The panel studies Illinois school law, codifies it, and suggests amendments. Members include Blair James Burrows Bayliss Steele Nightingale and Hieronymouse with ex officio chair Blair.
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Gov. Deneen
Educational Commission
Forty-Fifth General Assembly
Wllnois
Francis G. Blair
Public Instruction
Edmund J. James
State University
Urbana
A. J. Burrows
St. Ignatius College
Chicago
Alfred Bayliss
Western Normal School
Macomi
W. L. Steele
Galesburg
A. F. Nightingale
Harry Taylor
Harrisburg
R. E. Hieronymouse
Commission
Eureka
Sanitary district wins power contract for penitentiary
The sanitary district of Chicago awarded the contract to supply electrical power and light to the tollet penitentiary at one cent per kilowatt hour, about half the penitentiary's own production cost. The Economy Light and Power Company also bid, and the award avoids rebuilding the destroyed plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanitary District of
Chicago
Tollet Penitentiary
Sanitary District
Economy Light and Power Company
Doan's Kidney Pills Restore Health of Mrs Shearer
Mrs. Enos Shearer of Centralia Washington with severe kidney disease and one kidney removed reports a remarkable recovery after using Doan's Kidney Pills. At 65 she claims renewed vigor and health, inviting others to write for her testimony. Sold by all dealers, 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Enos Shearer
Washington Sta
Centralia
Wash
Doan
Raise Cause Misunderstanding in Office Joke
A brief anecdote shows a worker telling his wife he asked for a raise. The wife asks what happened and he explains the raise turned out to be different from what he expected, highlighting a humorous miscommunication.
Allen's Foot-Hase Antiseptic Powder For Feet
Advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Hase as an antiseptic powder to cure tired aching feet and relieve corns and bunions. It claims to ease discomfort from breaking in new shoes and during dancing parties. Sample mailed upon request with address in Olmsted Le Roy N. Y.
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Allen
Allen 8
Olmsted
le Roy
Artemus Ward Jr Nominated for Doorkeeper in Error
New York assemblyman Artemus Ward Jr, famed as a wit like his namesake, nominated Ward F. Clute of New York City for head doorkeeper but forgot the office and had to correct the remark. It raises concern over his wit beyond this incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Artemus Ward Jr
New York
Ward F. Clute
New York City
Worth Keeping Hat Recall Sparks Old Romance
In a quaint exchange, John is asked to recognize a hat that a speaker has kept as a dear memento. The hat is described as dilapidated, yet tied to their first meeting and a lasting affection. The dialogue reveals a playful, affectionate memory and a belief that the past improved their beloved’s looks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Elect in Congregational Thought, Two Modern Statements
The fragment discusses two modern statements of the doctrine of election within Congregationalist thought. It names Henry War oan and likely references Samuel Clarke doctrines, contrasting views on who is chosen, and notes persistent tension with theological figures for whom Jobylyin or Jonathan Hedwards would not be fully satisfied. The text appears as a garbled OCR excerpt with unclear attributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobylyin
Jonathan Hedwards
Henry War Oan
Postum Helps Head Bookkeeper End Coffee Habit
A Western city bookkeeper praises Postum as a cure for stomach trouble and nervous spells linked to long hours at work. He and his wife switched from tea and coffee to Postum over two years ago and now feel healthier, crediting Postum with improved digestion and calmer nerves.
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Postum
Wellville
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