Sacred music and congregational singing in Talmage sermon
Rev Talmage argues sacred music is vital, tracing its divine roots from creation to the temple. He advocates congregational singing, cites historical power of music in faith and battle, warns against delegating worship, and calls for renewed church enthusiasm and unity in song.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. DeWitt Talmage
Brooklyn Tabernacle
Dusseldorf
Boston
Heaven
Blackwell’s Island
Lunatic Asylum
USA
Paul
David
God
Christ
Washington
Colchester
South Street
St. Edmonds
Woodstock
Zion
Ariel
Syracuse
Upper Temple
Israel
Richard Baxter
Emanuel
Champ Elysees
Paris
Sedan
Jesus Christ
Kingdom of Heaven
Cromwell
Foreign Gossip From Around The World
Reports note Italy has three locomotive factories and three repair shops while Bavaria plans weekly sabbath rest for railway workers. A London man is jailed for starving his aunt, and a Piedmont soprano rivals Patti. Parliament reforms in Japan aim for 1890, with new hansom cabs in London and sixpenny fares. Danish law targets adulterated butter, Canton hosts 800 temples, and Alsace Lorraine rail workers' rest schedules show limited daily hours and regular days off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
London
Alessandria
Piedmont
Cornaglia
Patti
Paris
Denmark
Canton
Pekin
Alsace- Lorraine
Eleven Rules From 1885 Arbitration in Philadelphia
The piece recalls the 1884 Philadelphia shoe trade settlement orchestrated by J M Washburne with Peace Union backing. It highlights eleven adopted arbitration rules, their notes, and their impact on labor disputes in Philadelphia factories and major institutions, noting the rules as the basis for subsequent settlements and the moniker The Eleven Commandments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Philadelphia
J. M. Washburne
Peace Union
Washburne
Joint Board OF Arbitration
Labor Rules on Week hires and Arbitration Board
The text outlines rules protecting skilled labor and fair wages, allowing manufacturers to hire by the week while ensuring equitable pay. It establishes a seven by seven joint arbitration board, quarterly voting rules, and a semi monthly meeting schedule with written complaints required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joint Board of Arbitration
Board of Arbitration For Adjustment and Decision
George May Powell
Century
Surrender Testimony From Chihuahua Natchez and Geronimo
The article relays how Chihuahua Natchez and Geronimo pledge trust and surrender to General Crook. They express belief in his honesty, request family safety, and emphasize unity as comrades. Crook commits to aiding family relocation. the speech highlights reconciliation aims after years of conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chihuahua
Natchez
Geronimo
Burke
Alhisay
Kaetena
Camp Apache
San Carlos
Crook
General Crook
Kaerena
Tucson
A. I
Cor
San Francisco Bulletin
Cuban Molasses Trade and Mirthful Mastication on Ships
The piece surveys Cuba’s sugar and molasses exports with a vivid, sensory account of how molasses moves from Havana warehouses to ships. It notes that the United States takes five sixths of the product and describes the assembly line of hogsheads, lighters, and a trough system. Crew life aboard combines coopering, wine drinking, and pervasive molasses aroma, as narrated by L. Wakeman in the Chicago News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
United States
England
Havana
Island
Santa Catalina
Regla
L. Wakeman
Chicago News
Astonishment at Desperate Slugger’s Surprise Beatdown
In a dialogue from the Arkansaw Traveler, Abe laments being shocked by a much smaller foe who knocked him out of pride. The exchange recalls how the pugilist boasted unbeatable strength yet was overwhelmed, tearing, maiming, and surprising him beyond belief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe
Billy
Accomplished Equestrienne Impresses in Washington
Mrs Rollin M Squire draws attention in Washington described by the Press of Philadelphia as tall slim and erect with golden hair and a riding habit look She is a fearless horsewoman fond of breaking in vicious horses and knowledgeable about stables and horse pedigrees The note adds a romantic aside about Squire and his guardian role becoming husband to the ward who grew up into a wife
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rollin M. Squire
Washington
Press
Philadelphia
Dickey
Mrs. Squire
Smart Silas Shows There Is Method In Hymeneal Madness
Silas, a country character with a born tired drawl, tries to earn a living by odd jobs while joking and flirting. He recently mended a suburban fence wearing a bright Japanese silk necktie and a wide grin. He admits he just got married this morning, hoping his spouse will help support him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silas
Mr. Blank
Date in the purse hints at almanac joke
In a Rehoboth Sunday Herald snippet a dialogue plays on dates and a purse almanac. A student asks for today’s date and another cites the 20th with a purse divided by date ranges. The exchange humorously describes where old coins and silver appear in the purse across date segments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rehoboth Sunday Herald
Shall We Be Satisfied When We Awake
Religious meditation on Psalm 17 15 and the longing for heavenly likeness. The poem reflects weary souls seeking rest in a Saviour's gaze and eternal peace beyond earthly striving, citing Lucy A Bushee Watchman as inspiration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earth
Lucy A. Bushee
Watchman
Comfort Amid Trials and Public Education Reflections
A sermon on John fourteen comforts believers with Christ’s suffering and God’s nearness amid disappointment and isolation. It links faith with enduring trials and divine sympathy, then shifts to a discussion of public education driven by self preservation and philanthropy, citing Mill and Gladden on rights and Christian influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Israel
Jesus
Satan
God
N, Y
Popular Education Its Religious Origin and Self-Defense
The article traces the church school link in early New England, arguing religion sparked universal education across Northern states. It notes how schools became a pioneer endeavor shaping communities from log to brick structures, reflecting state and philanthropic influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Gems of Thought and Moral Reflections Column
An assortment of quotes and maxims on wisdom faith and virtue from Barrow Longfellow Fairburn Hurley Hooker Maclaren Jewish Messenger and Golden Rule. The selections urge benevolence service and rational piety while highlighting the value of open minds and gentle conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barrow
Longfellow
Dr. Fairburn
Hurley
Hooker
A. Maclaren
The Value of Knowledge Over Blind Doubt in Youth
A Times essay argues that true culture lies in knowledge and faith, not pessimistic doubt. It contrasts the mature view of positive truth with the boasted culture of skeptics, warning that ignorance of hope is no real knowledge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
von Hartmann
The Need of Prayer and Its Vital Role
The piece argues prayer as a test of Christian life. It cites John Wesley and warns that abandoning prayer leads to spiritual decline. It quotes scripture on seeking God continually and stresses prayer as essential as breathing in the divine life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wesley
Also Mentioned on This Page
Talmage
Elucere
Charles Wesley
John Newton
Toplady
New Orleans
Scotland
David Dickinson
Jerusalem
Dundee
Luther
Elijah
Saul
Franeis
House of God
Cajetan
Surrey Gardens
St. Paul’s
Kingdom of Nature
Tartini
Endor
Knights of Labor
Office of
Board of Artration
Chiesa
Fecori
Religious Department
Plymouth
Salem
Washington Gladden
Century Magazine
Popular Education
H. Clay Trumbull
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!