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The Clinton News-Record, 1898-06-30, Page 44 ME CLINTON TUN NEWS•RECORD. The Clinton News -Record St .00 a Year, Ie Advance. THURSDAY. JUNE 23rd, 1898. Circular Town Topics. Oomejto Goderich to -morrow, Domin- ion Day, and take a dip in Lake Huron. Captain Babb, the owner of the bath- ing house, will loan you a comfortable suit. The dredge Arnoldi has nearly clear- ed the channel between Martin's island and the G. T. R. dock. The hull of the old Canadian that had for so many years proved an obstruction to navigation was broken up and lifted after a 20 years' rest on the bottom. Mrs. Ross Rastall, of Detroit, is vis- iting her sister, Mrs. Ross Rastall, for the summer. months. The room formerly used as a bar at the Hotel Bedford hoe been turned into au office, and the bar placed in the store next the hotel. While attending nc i g the General Assem- bly of the Presbyterian church in Mon- treal recently, Mr. Peter McEwan had a pleasant interview with Mrs. Iron- sides, who now resides in that city. sociation and Christian Endeavor Union The lady, it will be remembered, is a of the county. daughter of the late Jaynes Gordon, our one time collector and assessor. Acquatics seers to be more in favor this season than for many years, the harbor being crowded with boats, cauoes and yachts nearly every even- ing. he Government ie calling for ten- ders for the completion of the break- water. Edward Sharman has started a new brick veneered dwelling on Newgate street. If yon want to see a grand display, stay in town Dominion Day. Every man in the county who owns a good wheel is expected in Goderich to-morrow:(Friday). James Clark returned on Friday from a visit to Wiarton and Georgian Bay islands. Mrs. R. J. Whitely and daughter, Mrs. Little, of Lucknow, were tbis week visiting Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Whitely. Miss Baker, of Kingston, was the gt5eat the estwe kof her aunt. Mrs. R. B. Smith. Chrystal is working on the large cis- terns for the new elevator. The knitting factory is still running on orders, and will commence shipping their hill orders next week. Mr. JohnArnour'u furniture was shipped to Watford the past week. Miss Myers and Mrs. Winters and daughter, Of Montreal, are visiting their relatives, Mr. and Mrs, R. W. Logan. Mrs. R. NV. Logan has been appoint- ed organ:st of Knox church, Thos. Hussey, jr., of Ashfield, return- ed home from Assumption college, Sandwich, last week for the holiday term. Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Miller, of Toron- to, who are in town for the season, are at the Hotel Bedford. Dr. 0. M. and Mr. J. C. Foster, of Toronto, have been spending a season in Goderich. The calithumpians will visit Goderich to -morrow (Dominion Day). H. W. Ball, jr., of Brandon, Man., is on a ten days' visit to the old home. Mrs. H. Lockwood and daughter. of Guelph, arrived in town last week to spend the summer months. Rev. Paul Turnbull and Wardens E. Beaten and Philip Holt attended the Synod of Huron, held in London last week. Our boys will be on the diamond on Dominion Day. Mrs. Tanner and son, of Toronto, are visiting at the old home, Newgate street. GODERICH, June 27.—On Snndap morning the ineiubere of Maitland Lode No. 33 A.F. and A.M. with visit- ing brethern attended Divine service in St. George's church. The craft formed at the Masonic hall and march- ed two and two and wheu near the edifice theand line was halted a ai d the members passed in reverse order into the church. There were about eighty members present at the service, the largest turn out of the fraternity for many years. The seryice commenced with an appropriate hymn, and was followed by the usual prayer, psalms and lessons, the music however, being specially arranged by the organist, Bro. Cuff'.. The anthem "Solomon's Prayer" most sweetly sung was an exceedingly appropriate addition to the musical portion of the service. The rector, Bro. Mark Turnbull, preached from the words contained in the 33rd verse of the 12th chapter of Mathew, and from them delivered an admrrable•Masonic sermon. In his opening remarks he wel- comed the craft and said their presence was an honor he appreciated. He spoke of the ancient Fraternity in high terms and said a true Mason must be a follower of the Lord.' The preacher mentioned the good features of the bro- therhood and forcibly dresv attention to the fact that a member who did not attend the services of his church was violating his obligation and could not claim to bo a true member of the or- ganization. At the conclusion of the sermon God Save the Queen was sung, and then the craftsmen returned to their hall in the sante order asthey marched to church. On order being resumed W. Bro. Humber moved, sec- onded by W. Bro. A. McD. Allen that the thanks of the fraternity be present- ed to Bro. Turnbull for his able sermon (and thatin the address to be preeent- ed those points that were so accept- ableto the Masons be noted) to Bro. - , the choir for the excellent music pro icied'and to the Wardens for the use of the chterch. The resolution hav- ing been unanimously carried Bro. Radcliff, and W. Bros. Humber and Allan were appointed to act with the secretary, Mr. Ross Rastall, in prepar- ing the address, in accordance with the resolution, for presentation. The lodge then adjourned, and the commit- tee escorted the visiting brethren to the Hotel Bedford where they were en- tertained by Bro. Miller. Rev. Joseph Edge preached his fare- well sermon to a large congregation in North street Methodist church on Sun- day evening. Until further notice the evening service at St. Peter's church will cont- inence x7,30. - S ,.-feorge's Churchwomen's Guild h a meeting on Moaday-evening and urther perfected arrangements for the garden party to be held the week after next. Lovers of beauty should visit our city of the dead just now, as old Mait- land was never clothed in a greener mantle, nor were there ever more pretty flowers or neater plots at this season of the year than there are to- day. The bountiful rains the past two weeks have helped to clothe the resting places of those gone before, and those left to mourn have lovingly labored to snake "God's Acre" the prettiest spot we have. One day last week as W. A. My was working on the Lewis summer cottage, a board sprang up and struck him on the head making a wound some four or five inches in length. Beyond the lose of blood and the severe pain, W. A. R. is seemingly none the worse for the accident. ane town nand was out at Meneset- ing park on Sunday and played a pro- gramme of sacred music. The Elevator got the pile driver in position on Saturday and commenced this week to make a solid foundation. The past few days the dredge Ar- noldi was taking gravel from the har- bor near the island dumping it beside the new crib and then lifting it and dumping it in the space between the crib and the R. R. track for the foun- dation. F. Humber's yacht Stella got ep steam two or three times the past week and at each successive time she im- proved in speed. The tug Huron, alias Seven Jews, is now in the scow hauling business. Last Thursday some eighty hien were engaged on the elevator works and the following day the number was increased to one hundred and two. Quite a few contractors were in town this week looking over the break- water with the intention of tendering for the lob. A leading county official congratn- lated your correspondent last Friday "on the very marked improvement the past few months in THE NEWS -RE- CORD. It was Flower Sunday in the North street Methodist church on 26th and, the floral display was really excellentt There will .be Holy Obmmunion a close of morning service in St. Geor ge's next Sunday. �grvJ� _ tYr'meeting of public school board next Monday.eyening. Last week most of the men working at the elevator worked 11 or 12 hours daily. The elevator contractors have cut down the' hill at the lake end of the harbor street east of the big mill and dumped the soil taken away between the newly placed crib and the R. R. track for a foundation for the eleva- tor. Buchanan and Rhynas, who are planing the timber for the elevator, smoothed a good many cars lots the past ten days. Councillor F. J. and Mrs. Pridham spentafew days of the present week in Toronto. to. Wm. Olucus, of London, Ont., was this week revisiting the old home. Miss Holt returned from Toronto on Saturday for the holidays; Mr. P. Malcomson, barrister of Luck-. now, spent Sunday in the Circular town. The followingmembers of Clinton iodge attendeDivine service with - their brethren of No. 33 A.. F. and A. M. on Sunday W. Bros., W. 3. Pais- ley, A. J. Holloway, O. Johnston, Bros., W. D. Fair, C. N. Wilson A, Couch, Norman Fair, Jas. I:Iowo, Ahd- rew Porter. - Yes there will be a running race on the 1st. We had a heavy rain on Friday ni ht, There Were a large number of pic- nics tooints along the Maitland river on Saturday'+, the Goderich Marine hand played it choice programme on Friday evening. The bicycle carnival on Dominion Day will be a splendid comedy. En sure and tree it. Miss „t1. Winnifredo Bali, of Crediton public school, is at the family residence for the stfni>*nur vacation. C. E S. S. CONVENTION Loyally Entertained JUNE NE 3 , 1898 spooppipmwmpopornmeNt long enough to be introduced and to Pledge himself to the duties of the office. Urgent affairs, however, forced his im- mediate departure for home and Mr. Ross retained his position as chairman. Rev. E. Clement was the first speaker q, *i 1 L of the evening and his topic was "The at Wii.a-+I Relation of Parents to the 8.8." Par- ents, be said, acknowledge most of their duties, but most of the parents do not aoknowledge their spiritual duties, fie wished to tell both parents and future parents that culture runs along spiritual as well as other linesand that the parents were responsible, if anyone was, for the development of this spiritual culture. This culture is now to be obtained in the S.S. However be would not place S.S. before thechiuhildren oh L should go to ohurcb, even if not to S.S., for the former impresses the• scholar with a feeling of reverence for the holi nese of the ohuroh. He thought, too, that there ought to be more parents to be found teaching in the S.S. A moth- er's heart, a mother's iaterest and a mother's experience should not be done away with in the S.S. The parents should also meet the financial obliga- tions of the ohuroh. Rev, Mr. Rae's supreme effort was made in his address on "Women's Hemisphere." Necessarily his address was humorous, but Mr. ltae steered clear of the ridiculous and brought out many important points. Praise he show- ered upon the female sex in large quan- tities, but when he bad won a warm place in the hearts of the members of the feminine sex who were present, he wreoklessly poured water upon the warming fire by declaring, when a vote of thanks had been tendered him at the conclusion of his address, that he was like the ladies in one respect—his tongue never tires. Like Hannibal he could not use a victory. One day as a man was exhibiting a powerful mag- net at he had manufactured and was proving its strength, he challenged any- one to produce one more powerful in this world. A youth of 21 accepted the challenge and after the magnet -owner had showed the limit of power of his magnet, the youth said . — \1 hY that's nothing. My Matilda lives eight miles from here, and every Sunday. rain or shine, she attracts me all that distance." Can you beat that magnet ? With this magnet he said he had to deal. lie showed that the mother had more influe once than the`fi.Ss teacher, how she is a heroine in this struggle of life and why she should not havo a vote. Ile clearly proved that women fills her hemisphere in the fields of philanthropy, intellect- uality and missions. Thanks were tendered Ilev . Mr. Rae on a motion of Mr. Stoneman, seconded by Rev. R. Millyard. A motion of Mr. Fowler, seconded by W. 11. Kerr, that t60 be pledged to the Provincial Association, was carried. WILL BE HELD IN EXETER IN 1899. (13y our stair correspondent ) About 300 delegates from all parts of Huron gathered at Wingham 'Tuesday and Wednesday June, 21 and 22 to attend the various sessions of the annual convention of the Sabbath School As- Wingham is an ideal convention town. The enterprising spirit that everywhere prevails enthused the strangers while the generous hospitality extended by the citizens made the delegates feel entirely at home. The town was fairly handed over to the delegates for the two days in which they adorned the streets with their happy faces and their white badges. The decorations were elaborate. In addition to the numerous flags were several streamers stretohed across the street bearing such mottos as:—"Wel- come," "Suffer the children to come unto me," "Look Up, Lift Up, For Christ and the Church.' Another streamer advised the Endeavorers not to forget the Provincial Convention which is to be held this year at Hamil- ton, Oct. 11, 12 and 13. The pretty Presbyterian Church, where the sessions were held, was gayly decorated. Ex- ternally the grounds were studded with flags, and on the side of a terrace P a s formed of o "Welcome"f eared thew td peared of Marguerites. Inside, the rich folds of bunting about the gallery, the flags and the Irirge quantities of cut flowers and house plants, left nothing to be desrod Thec i • hunch was a regu- re lar fairy gardeu. The convention was a success and often could a delegate be beard to say : I think this is the beat convention 1 ever attended."" The objective of the delegates in going to such gatherings is to become enthused in the Sunday. School and Endeavor work and to gain practioal knowledge that will enable them to improve the machinery n w employed. In either of these respects could the delegates be disappointed. The enthusiasm was intense and the die- cussions, particularly on the second day, were practical: Previously to last year, the conven- tions of the Sabbath School Association, and Endeavor Union were held separ- ately, but last year a successful attempt was made. to amalgamate these two affairs. The similarity of the work per- mitted this and now time is saved, the expense is lessened and the enthusiasm is deepened by the amalgamation. Each association retains its own execu- tive, one day is given to each for discus- sion of its own affairs, and these discus- sions are conducted by the officers of each association. Two bright days of sunshine helped to make the convention a success. bath and must ant as a "scare crow to the devil" who Is apt to ateal the seed. Messrs. Webb and Andrews took part in the discussion that followed. It was decided that teachers should be banish- ed who had no sense of their responsi- bility. It was mored by Mr. Clement, sec- onded by Mr. Stoneman, "that we ask the two Executive committees of the S. S. Association and Endeavor Union to receive invitations for the next an- nual gathering, to recommend a place and time for holding the "1899" con- vention and to report to the con- vention this afternoon. It was decided to hold the next convention at Exeter, June 20 and 21. The steamer City of London carne clown •from Kincardine 00 Friday to run a moonlight excursion, but the lake that evening and on Saturday was too rough for a pleasant trip, so it was put off till Monday. The bass season opened two weeks since, hub as far as we have heard no large hauls have been made in the river off the town. Some few fair briskets have been made and some de- cent sized fish caught, but the heavy rains the past ten days have brought so much food down the river that it is hard to get bait that will tempt the black ones at present. Regular meeting of Goderich Coun- cil, No. 157, C.O.F., Thursday evening. Mr. James A. McIntosh spent Sun- day with friends in Bid -Tato. Er Exeter. On Friday afternoon last Walter H. youngest son of the late Henry Ho:'nev, of the 5th concession, Usborne, was- inti jured seriously by having his breast and head crnshed by a spirited team whilst going up a gang way with a load of shingles. He died the same even- ing about 9 p.m. only living a few hours after the accident. Ire was a fine young man and was in the best of health and strength. He was aged 22 years and 6 months. The funeral took place on Sunday -afternoon last from the residence of his mother to the Exe- ter cemetery. Over 150 vehicles were in the procession. The mother, broth-. ers and sisters have the sympathy. of the whole neighborhood in this their very sad affliction. Mr. J. W. Hawkshaw, of the Com• menial Hotel, is at present confined to his room through illness. Mr. A. J. Rollins purchased the resi- dence and grain house of Mr. John Daunoey, grain buyer, on Saturday last by auction. Miss Bella Westcott was visiting rela- tives at Crediton the past few days. The Exeter firemen picnicked at Grand Bend park on Thursday last and the Epworth League of the Main St. church on Wednesday fast. The Eden Epworth League picnicked at Grand Bend park on Saturday last. Mrs. Robt. Kerslake and Mr. D. Har- ris are at Londesboro this week waiting on a sister, who is ill with typhoid fever. Mr. Henry Dilling has a pear tree which he purchased last year from J. '1'. Westcott, general agent for Brown Eros. nursery, Welland Ont., which contains 46 pears. This speaks vol- umes of praise for good bearing stock. The Glass family held co erts in Gidley's opera on Monday anduesday evening last to fair audiences. East Wawaieosh. Miss Ida Baird has been the guest of Miss Annie Ding for the past week. Miss Aggie Robertson has returned from Win:ghain where she was in the stnploy of Mrs. Nixon, dressmaker. Mr. and Mrs. J. Menzies, Jr., visited at Me. Spices, Morris, last weak. Miss Maggie Currie still eontinnes low and but slight hopes are entertain- ed for her recovery. Miss Maggie 7.`a for is rapidly sinking also. A large number of our citizens took in the cheap trip to the Model Perm. Andrew Harrison, of Montreal, an employee of the Canada Refining Com- pany, was instantly killed by contact* With a live wire. Michael Twohey, ono of London's moat popular and inoffensive polka officials, was shot dead by a tramp, Who afterwards escaped. TIJHSDAT AFTNRNOON. By the time the prayer and praise service with which the afternoon session was opened was over, the church was well uigh,filled. Mr. Stoneman, the secretary, then presented his report in tabulated form and put it up for examination. The report of the treasurer, Mr. Tay, lor, showed a balance on hand of $27.48. Mr. Taylor also dealt with the financial obligations of the S.S. He showed that it was a privilege rather than a duty to meet the Provincial pledges in ordertherl ,wide union to preserve wo d of Sunday School Workers. .However, , he was pleased to say that the county had this year received more money than over•.'before and could meet the Provin- cial pledges more easily than heretofore. Christianity, itself, is a sacrifice, he as. serted, and on its behalf the County S. S. Association should have larger re- ceipts. He concluded with a strong plea on behalf of the poor people in Al- goma who are aided by the Provincial Association. Rev. J. W. Rae, of Toronto Junction, who spoke on the S.S. Association, its aims, place and requirements talked Sab talked alsoabout bo t the organization of th bath Schools and n the several links of the chain in this organization. Mr. Rae was the speaker of the day and bis eloquent remarks were listened to with manifest interest. Union, he said, is in the air. l'he grandest of all influences is character and this influence is brought into effect only in unity. He examined each link of the chain and explained its benefits. At the world's convention (to be held in London this year), is gained unity, knowledge and enthusiasm. To. the In- ternational Association we are indebted for the International Sunday School Lessons and for the inexpensive but high class rending matter on them. Iu couneetion with the Field Workers of the I.S.S. A. he alluded the preemin- ence that Mr. Day, Provincial S.S. Sec- retary, has gained as chairman of this exeoutive. In his opinion there is no better field worker on this continent than Mr. Day. He lamented the fact that there was no normal worker in On- tario beoauae the Provincial Association could not afford to pay the necessary salary. Allusion was made to the Home Class Department which is coming to the front in the S.S. work. He praised the Association for its removal of de- nominational diversity. He wished to see Huron county have a township or- ganization and thought that the county executive ought to allow the township officersto have more voice in its dot in gs. The first day was assigned to the Sab- bath School Association. When the con- vention opened at 9.30 a.m. there was a fair attendance of delegates. After a short service of prayer and praise led by Rev. Mr. Hall, in the absence of the President, Rev. Mr. Hamilton, Mr. J. P. Ross, of Exeter, made a short ad- dress exhorting the delegates to con far together as a family. The first topic "Teachers' Opportuni, ties" was dealt with in an earnest ad dress by Mr. C. W. Andrews, Wrox- eter, who said they were the greatest and grandest and far exceed those o any other except of the Christian mother. The teacher has a chance of becoming acquainted with the scholars in the class, and knows their tempta- tions, and difficulties better than the P. S. teacher. The S. S. teacher is iu a service of love and consequently has much influence, more even than the minister whose mission is chiefly among the older people. The process of education by his own example is a great opportunity for the teacher. He divided the opportunities of the teach- er into two classes (1) for time (2) for eternity. Under the first were the opportunities to induce punctuality good behavior, courtesy, obedience cheerfulness and unselfishness, to in, sulcate good habits and to create a desire for good reading matter. On this last he laid special stress. Books have a great influence on thoughts and "whatsoever a man ihinketh so is he.' Under those for eternity he placed the spiritual opportunities, The minister talks over the heads of the children, the teacher need not ;be can lay a good foundation in the heart of the child, can inculcate a desire for rever- ence for church and for parents and can inculate the graces and traits o charQoter that go to build up a''perfect n inChristbrief,can man )esus. I n br a be a, "train them up in the nurture and ad, monition of the Lord." A discussion followed in which Itev. Mr. Hall, Bel - grave, and Mr. Israel Taylor, Clinton, engaged. Verbal reports from the Sabbath Schools were received. Generally they indicated prosperous conditions and increased interest. Among the schools reporting were the Lucknow Methodist, Smith's Hill Presbyterian, Dungannon Methodist, Gorrie Metho- dist, Rattenbury St. Methodist Clinton, Londesborough Methodist, Calvin Press. byterian, East Wawanosh, Wingham Methodist, Walton S.S., Westfield Methodist, Belgt•ave Presbyterian, Salem Methodist. Several points of interest were brought out including the advisa- bility of doing away with the "shed" class, J. P. Ross, Exeter, then introduced the subject,"Teachers' Responsibilities." The address was a. sequel to that of Mr. Andrews and he greatly pleased the audience with his bright yet logical and earnest talk. We all have responsi. bilities whether we be teachers or not and the teaching of children is the moat important work undertaken by man. He thought that S.S. teachors should pass an examination just as P. S. teachers do. Teacher Is responsible I for being a teacher, I1 for" his Bible knowledge Itt for what and how he teaches—he must havo patience, faith, love and sympathy and must realize the importance of ono soul, IV for the punctuality, attendance and order in the S. 5,, V for the fruits of his teach. ing•—he must, like the farmer, do more than sow the seed and then throw all the responsibility of a good Orap on t dd. The teacher must practise on the street What he preaches on the Sall* 7) Our Guaranteed Tooth Brushes Mr. R. Holmes,of Clinton, spoke on Temperance in his customary forcible style. He thought 1 that we were nearer a solution of the temperance problem than ever before. Some said that the Scott Act was a failure. He denied this. It may not have done all that the people expected of it but for this the people were themselves responsible. All the agitation in the past has been of an educative character. He exhorted the delegates to roll up a large majority for prohibition, which would be necess- ary to secure the enactment of such a law by the goverument. Messrs. Scott and Foster, of Clinton, were appointed auditors. Miss J. Murray, of Wingham, taught a primary class the lesson for July 3rd and her simple, clear and concise treats tnent of the lesson and her holding of the attention of the class so well won her hearty applause at the conolu, ai0n. The nominating committee recoms mended the following officers :—Preai- detit, R. Holmes, Clinton ; Vice Presi- dent, Dr. McDonald, Wingham, W. H. Kerr, Brussels, W m. Elder, Hensall ; Corr. -Seo., J. C. Stoneman, Hensall; Minute Seo. and Treasurer, I. Taylor, Clinton ; Executive Committee—Dr. Fowler, Win h am • Rev. Mr. Hall, Bel - grave ; D. E. Munroe, Auburn ; J. Hou- ston, Clinton ; J. 13. Hoover, Clinton ; A. E. Million, Goderioh ; J. P. Ross, Exeter ; Geo. Barr, Seaforth ; and two representatives from each township or- ganization in the county. Representa• tive to Provincial Assooiation, J. P. Rosa. Rev, Mr. Rae considered Bible class teaching and also showed how to study a lesson by analysing that for July3rd. Ile advocated the teaching of Bible classes by laymen rather than by Ministers who cannot do themselves justice in the S. S. on account of their other Sunday duties. FIe believed Bible classes should be organized and have officers. IIe advocated the study of the Bible by consecutive books. In the Bible class there is more need for teaching than ex- horting. Members should be oonverts ed before they enter the class, then they should be taught. Mr. Rae show- ed an intimate knowledge of S.S. work and ware thoroughlypraotical in answer- ing the many questions asked. A tnass meeting of Wingham children was held in the Methodist ohuroh at 4 o'clock which was addressed by Mrs. J. P. Mackay, of Woodstock, who is well- known as an enthusiastic in Junior work and Dr. Fowler, who gave blackboard exercise, both of whom wore very inter - eating. There surely could not have been many children in that audience who did not wish to belong to a Junior Soolety when Mrs. Mackay oonoluded, Dr. Macdonald, M.P., occupied the ohair, 'prstfsbAlt "vtaftxra. The *venting session was begun with a song service, A large audience filled the ohuroh and went away well pleased With the, efforts of .all the speakers. President Heli ea retrained In Viten '6)\ WEDNESDAY. Many an enthusiast in church work took advantage of the fine weather of the second day to wheel or drive to Wingham to be pre- sent at the varioua sessions of the Convention. The day was given to the discussion of IcRotty question in regard to the management and work of young peoples' societies. The discussions were more practical than those of the previous day, the number of persons in attendance was larger, and the enthus' iasm was more marked. Proceedings were commenced with a sunrise prayer meeting led by Mr. E, P. Paulin, of \fingliam. Quite a num- ber were present. MORNING. Give you real tooth -comfort. No annoy- ance of bristles coming out of our brushes that you have probably experi- ence with tooth brushes bought else- where. You can depend on our Tooth Brushes to clean every nook and crevice of your teeth. They are all good brushes. Some as low as 5 cents, but better grades aro 15c. and 25c. We have a large assortment of every pi;,ice—we know we Can suit you, no mat- ter what your price may be. Qr. . ri . 1 ■ '�.�.+� o M E • !r Mfg Chemist and Druggist. PHYSICIAN'S SUPPLIES. part that the young people were to take in the plebcsoite campaign. He, as president of the committee, promised them work. Treasurer Scott's report was given by A. T. Cooper, It showed a surplus of $18.05. Mr. Cooper then gave his own Secre- tary'searnest and1 report in his characteristically naslonat�: style. He il- lustrated lustrated the young people's societies by means of ttie train. The sections of the train represent the denominations. Tho cars may,be different and the con- ductors may adopt different methods but all belong to the same train. He used the locomotive to illustrate the machinery of .each society. The report was interesting and was well received. The cumber of members in the Young People's Societies of Huron county is 5471. They aro grouped into 105 socie- ties. The largest society is that of Lucknow Methodist church with its 156 members. Praise of the Secretary by the President for his efficient and lae borious work of the past year followed. AFTERNOON. The opening service was led by Rev• 11. Millyard. Tho following are the officers elected for the ensuing year :—Walter Pridham, Goderich, President ; Miss M. E. Wash• ington, Clinton, Missionary Superin- tendent ; Benjamin IIiggins, Bruce - field, Missionary Superintendent ; A. T. Cooper, Clinton, Secretary ; Miss Mary lioss, Brussels, Treasurer; Execu- tive Committee, Rev. J. S. Henderson, Hensel', J. 1'. floss, Exeter, MiesMin- nie .Armstrong, Bayfield, llalsey Park, Wingham. "What kind of personal work can young people do in the church ?" was introduced by \Vm. Stoddart, Godo - rich, in an earnest manner. He con- demned tho practise of fashion, Ilo thought that young people were trying to be too much alike and that they I thought too much about respectability. Stand in the Clarendon Hotel Block. Discussion followed in which Mr. Rigs- by and Mr. G, F. Blair figured piomi , neatly. Communications were received from Win. Johnson, IIamilton and from the Hamilton Convention committee, send- ing greetings and extending a wel- come to. Iluron Endeavorers to the convention at llamilton in October. II he Secretary was ordered to reply suitably. Rev. Mr. Mason, of Wingham, con, ducted the opening song service. Mr. McTavish, of Clinton, gave a thoughtfully prepared address on "Yes terday" and briefly touched upon "To -day" which was to have been dealt with by ,Mr. Ellerington of Lumley. Mr. McTavish referred, I To the lower., order of things and the provision that God has made for our wants, II Our Duties, 111 What we have experienc- ed in connection with the Christian Endeavor movement. He then traced the progress of the movement. There is something temporary in its charac- ter but it does not staud condemned upon that ground. It has tended to elevate social life and quicken the spiritual life. Mies Mary E. Robb, of Clinton, in a clear voice gave an eloquent paper on "Forever—the Hope of the Y. P. ' The great success in the past preludes a reckoning of the success in the future. Success rests on the endeavors of each Endeavorer. Each esu build a menus went of good deeds that will last for- ever and this is the hope of the young people. Prof. Clark says hope is com- posed of Life, Liberty, Loyalty and Love. It is necessary then to build up these parts in order to form the whole. "Build to -day, then strong and sure." Influence never dies and Encleavorers should realize their responsibilities in regard to the shaping of the future. Messrs. W. H. Kerr, R. Milty and J, P. Ross, Mr. Mason and Mr. Arm- strong took part in the discussion "Our Backbone" was the topic intro- duced in a stirringby address Mr. A. S. McDowell, Westfield. "Cur Ilack- bone" is the pledge. 1t was discussed under three headings : I What is it. IIHow to keep it. 111 Whatareits bone tits. What are the forces at work car- rying on the forward movement of the Encleavorers? One important force is the zeal engendered by the pledge. The pledge is only a concentration of a longer pledge --the Bible—and there- fore it was sent from God. Communi- cation with God is thus obtained. 1I. The pledge has certainly been broken many times, but those who have taken the active member's pledge must feel a strengthening force behind them. Each must feel that the pledge is a solemn thing for Christian growth is allied to the promises made. HI. All the powers lying dormant are awakened by the pledge. The pledge is a means of strength, it tends to make religion a practical thing and it removes the leth- argic state. In the discussion Miss Paulin and Messrs. J. P. hoes, E. J. Armstrong, West, 'young, Gauley, Park and W. 11, Kerr took part, the latter of whom said the backbone allows one either to stand straight or tc bend. Mr. W. II. Kerr now became speaker of an Open Parliament to discuss "The Work of Committees." Most Parlia- ments are composed of members who draw big salaries and fill Hansard. Not so with the Endeavorers who corn without money and without price aryl a000nyplish moolb, Discussion hung upon throe oornfeltte*s, the Prayer meeting, the Lookout and the Social. Mr. IIerr provoked diseuseion on many points of vital interest and oloared up many knotty questions in his eharitns teristiaally bright and earnest lnettriarr. ,Saone itdviee was giver) in fegttrd to the ififIllimmaiseastarsarffriLICI "The Imperilled Sabbath" was dealt with by Rev. W. Rigsby, Blyth. It is necessary to have convictions on the observance of the Sabbath as well as on Continued on page 5. 20 Per Cant. 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