No Bodily Sight Not Excuse to Doubt Christ Says Blackburn
The author argues that disbelief in Christ is not justified by lack of physical sight. Eye witnesses, miracles, fulfilled prophecies, and consistent ancient copies support the truth of the Gospel. The testimony of apostles endured persecution and blood, proving the authenticity of Christianity beyond reasonable doubt. Blackburn, Sept. 15, 1798.
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Proposal for a humane asylum to reclaim prostitutes
A letter to the editor proposes a small Society run by serious, respectable people to shelter poor women who have lost virtue. It urges placement with trusted workers, responsibility to the Society, and possible distant care for those willing to leave prostitution, aiming to prevent wretched outcomes.
Proposal for Reforming Magdalens Care and Dispersal
The text advocates reorganizing Magdalens charity work from large institutions to smaller dispersed lodgings. It suggests placing reformed prodigals with suitable care to reduce confinement and improve treatment. It calls for a religiously principled society, led by respectable persons, to implement a beneficial plan.
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Magdaléns
Ministers duty to denounce tobacco in daily life
A letter to the editor condemns smoking chewing and snuff, arguing ministers set a poor example by acting as perpetual tobacco users. It laments how the habit drains family funds, harms homes, and sparks youth imitation, urging reform in practice and self denial to curb the vice.
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Genex