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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1904

Page

2

Religion and Sin in Modern Society

Rev Dr Frank Gibson preached at St Andrews Episcopal Church on the gap between religious progress and rising crime and vice. He warned enthusiasts misread scripture, noting Christianity aims for a remnant saved, not a utopian universal brotherhood, and urged believers to avoid hypocrisy and reckless zeal.

Frank Gibson St Andrew's Episcopal Church Brotherhood of Man Commonwealth of Humanity Kingdom of God

Personal Christ sermon in Washington by Dr Bruner

Rev Wes top Bruner of Calvary Baptist Richmond preached at Temple Baptist Church on the need for a personal Saviour and unswerving faith in Christ. He urged Christians to act with charity, love God, and follow conscience as the guide, warning that mere belief in Christ’s historical existence is insufficient. He emphasized three duties for believers and noted the struggle to live as true Christians.

Ermon Richmond Washington Temple Baptist Church Westop Bruner D. D Calvary Baptist Rch Bruner Jesus Christ Dr. Bruner Christ Paul God

Currents Against the Church Exposed by Minister McMillan

In a First Congregational sermon Hev. P. McMillan of Guston warned against indifference and intelligence eroding church influence. He cited Mark 4 40 and urged faith, renewal, and the churchs mission to confront sin and modern thought with the gospel.

First Congregational Church Hev. P. McMillan Guston Mark Christ Meyer Lfe Mies Church Chaer God

Bishop Johnston Warns Immigration Threatens American Faith

Rt. Rev. J S Johnston, Episcopal bishop of Western Texas, preached at St. Thomas Church on migration westward and the need to assimilate foreigners through school and church. He warned of loss of American customs, cited German Socialist settlement in Texas, and urged Christians to support missionary work amid rising immigrant populations. He spoke again at St. Alban's Cathedral grounds in the afternoon.

Johnston J S Johnston Texas Episcopal Church St. Thomas’ Church Eighteenth Street Dupont Circle United States Mississippi Europe America Gladstone Bishop Johnston St. Alban’s Mr. Bratenahl St. Thomas’s Emma Washburn

Joys of Christian Life Sermon Emphasizes Joyful Faith

Rev John Chester of Metropolitan Presbyterian preached at the Church of the Reformation urging rejoicing as a central Christian virtue. He tied joy to God’s praise, the good life even in sickness, and Christ’s example, citing biblical notes on joyous living and daily bread. Separately, William Gilliland injured in a train alighting at Pennsylvaniadepot. Mary Hutchinson reports a razor attack with non serious injury.

John Chester Metropolitan Presbyterian Church Church of the Reformation Second Street Pennsylvania Avenue Chester Paul Christ Dr. Chester Christ Realiz Mary Hutchinson Ballscourt Burnet Vanilla Costa

George W. Cissel Dies Veteran Washington Banker and Ex-Commissioner

George W. Cissel former Commissioner of the District died at his Georgetown home after a brief illness. He served briefly by Grant's appointment and led the police during his term. A longtime banker and mill owner he was esteemed for enterprise and integrity. Survived by a son Sewall from his first marriage and a second wife Agnes Moore. Funeral at his home on Thirty-first Street Georgetown Tuesday afternoon.

George W. Cissel Washington Georgetown Bright Farmers and Mechanes’ National Bank of Cissell Mr. Cissel Howard County Maryland Samuel Cissel Misa Bell John H. Bell G. W Farmers and Mechanics’ National Bank Union Trust and Storage Company Cissel Thirty-first Street Sewall Cissel Agnes Moore New Orleans

Admiral Shepard's Funeral at Arlington

The funeral for Rear Admiral Edwin Malcolm Shepard USN retired was held at his home on Columbia Road and Arlington National Cemetery. Military escorts, naval honors, 13 gun salutes, taps, and floral tributes marked the ceremony attended by the Military Order of the Loyal Legion and led by a marine bugler.

Arlington Edwin Malcolm Shepard Arlington National Cemetery Episcopal Church Shepard Columbia Road Thompson St. Paul's Episcopal Church Hilcott Marine Corps Navy Navy Yard Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States Ghepard William Swift Hixey Wiliam Potter U.S N William Dixon A.C Pendleton U. 8 N L. A. Frahley Arsenal Fort Myer Marine

Why Is She Hooked Behind Fashion Question Explains

A whimsical verse contemplates fashion satire, asking why a stylish woman is “hooked behind” and cannot answer public opinion. The piece juxtaposes dainty looks with absurd pricing for suits ranging from twelve to thirty dollars, reflecting era tone and commercial fashion notes.

Somerville Journy Biddefara

Death of Dr Showalter Prominent Veterinary Surgeon

Dr George De Witt Showalter a leading Washington veterinary surgeon died at his Broadway Virginia home at 34 after a yearlong tuberculosis illness. He left Washington for a Virginia resort in May seeking relief but died at 7 pm yesterday with wife and mother present. Funeral Tuesday with interment in Broadway family burying ground. He served elite stables including Elkins Quay McLean Townsend Hay and embassies. Married Katherine Mullany three years ago he was an Elk and well connected in society.

George de Witt Showalter Washington Broadway Showalter Virginia Dennis Mullany New York Canada Veterinary College Toronto Veterinary Surgeons Senator Elkins Quay John R. McLean Townsend Hay Katherine M. Mullany Benevolent Protective Order of Elks

Bustle at Circus Grounds Opens Mardi Gras Show Today

Circus grounds at Fifteenth and H streets northeast bustle marks preparations for Seeman Millican Mardi Gras and Festival Company performances. From noon yesterday special cars arrived from Alexandria bringing troupe and equipment for daily shows from 2 pm to 11 pm over the coming week including Flying Lady Agena, the peerless Almes electrical display, Jolly Joe the Virginia heavyweight, minstrel songs, wizard voyage to the moon, crystal maze, Flying Jenny, Galatea, Ire and Flame, Life of American Firemen, Langley reptile family, and dog and pony acts. Free attractions include slack wire, rifle shooting, balloon ascension, and trapeze by the Blew family.

Seeman- Millican Alexandria Agena Virginia Palace of Amusement Chicago Iroquois Baltimore Slocum Langley Karson Jack Cassell Blew

Editorial on Mississippi election law and Mississippi plan critique

J Silcott Springs Va letters to the editor argue The Post misstates Supreme Court approval of the Mississippi plan. He questions court stance on wartime amendments and asserts Mississippi contrasts with Massachusetts, condemning oppression and urging lawful protections in Southern states.

Supreme Court Post Court of Last Resort United States Supreme ‘Court Supreme Court of Mississippi Mississippi Massachusetts Reyburn South J. Silcott Springs

Defense of Bishop Potter and the liquor debate

A local commentary argues alcohol is not inherently evil and cites historical use by notable figures. It defends Bishop Potter’s saloon consecration and suggests regulated, sanctified drinking venues could benefit public morals and civic life. It notes that many business leaders drink and even pirates drank, framing temperance uproar as misplaced.

Potter Europe William Penn Delaware New James BH Rea

Workman Crushed Between Cars at Northeast Terminal

Malachi Jackson eighteen years old colored worker at the new railroad terminal on Second and M streets northeast was caught between two dirt cars yesterday morning. He suffered a broken breastbone and bruises, received treatment at Casualty Hospital, and was sent to his home at 130 Pierce Street Northeast.

William H. Gilliland C Street Pennsylvania Depot Malachi Jackson Second and M Streets Casualty Pierce Street Chilé Willie Downs Second Street Casualty Hospital

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