TO THE ENDS OF THE EMPIRE

" The Bible," as Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch finely says, " is in everything we see, hear, feel, because it is in us, in our blood." It must be got into the blood of all who go to people the empty lands of the Dominions overseas. For the British Empire rests, in the last resort, upon principles of Christian character drawn from the Bible.

" It is a great thing," says the Home Secretary (Sir W. Joynson-Hicks), " that no boy goes out from one of our great Homes, She Barnardo's, to commence life in some new country, without a copy of the Holy Scriptures." The Bible Society gives these gratuitously.

It is a still greater thing that few foreign immigrants land in Canada without receiving a copy of the Scriptures—printed in their own tongue only, or with the English side by side. At Quebec last year Bible Society representatives distributed among them 54,950 volumes in 33 languages ; at Halifax, 17,283 in 25 languages ; at St. John, 13,459 in 36.

Wherever they go, the Society follows them. One of our workers visited last year 4,000 homes scattered over the prairies of the far West.

In Canada alone, the Scriptures have been supplied in 110 languages.

The Bible Society carries on its mission everywhere throughout the Empire.

The Committee appeal for an income of £450,000 to maintain and extend the work.

Gifts may be sent to the Secretaries, The British and Foreign Bible Society, 146, Queen Victoria Street, London, E.C.4.

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The Church his a two-fold mission-" to reclaim the lost " and " to retain the unstrayed." And the least costly and more remunerative part of this two-fold mission is the last-named. BM many Of our church leaders are slow to admit it, or if they do admit it they are very slow to prove it by practice. Some of them are profoundly interested in the youth of native Africa, Ind apparently indifferent about the -youth of England. And yet the surest way to render needful senice to the former is by retaining, and training the latter for membership of the Church. make the conservation and commissioning of youth our goal is truer Christian statesmanship than simply allowing ii to be the reclamation of the lost. The Christian nurture of the young is a safer and more profitable investment than the recovery of the adult.

Early in the new year a great Confer-ence was held in Manchester to consider " the world task of the Christian Chinch." And the majority of the 1,600 delegates thereto were young and immature sludents from thirly•nine different nations. What daring and true states- manship the promoters of this conference displayed in narrowing the door of delegation to " youth." 1161 behind their audacity and statesmanship was the belief that the greatest force in the resettlement of the 'road trill be cultured and dedicated Christian youth. Divinely-mad youth has been the breaker of tyranny's shackles from the day that the young Nazarene entered Galilee " preaching the Gospel of God " until now. His madness took the form of throwing discretion and modera-tion like chaff to the winds, and in giving Iliniself without stint to the cause of man, which is God's cause. " My meal," said Ile, " is to do the Father's will." Ile was aflame with a holy enthusiasm and consumed with a great spiritual pur-pose, and like the incandescent mantle became vehemently luminous. His holy enthusiasm liberated stupendous energy and lifted Hint into a state of such high vitality that Ile wrought signs and wonders until "Idl the world wondered." Never did the world's need call more loudly than now for a similar response from the Nazarene's followers. And only the reckless generosity of youth MR MP, tat ta, make that response. God has always risked the advance of His causes upon youth's reckless generosity. To this fact the Bible bears overing testimony as the stories of Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Gideon, David, Samuel, Jeremiah, Amos, Jesus, the Baptist, Stephen and Paul abundantly prove.

A complaint that one hears almost everywhere in our Church to-day is that youth is unwilling to undertake responsi-bility. To which we make the considered reply that in the main iL is because age is

to open the door of opportunity to youth. How very often does one find in churches and schools where there are young men and women available and willing to undertake responsibility that one man of advanced years holds lee, three, and even four major offices in bath church and school. 'Youth, and particu-larly youth milli virile and seething ideas, is not wanted. Sonic months ago we were privileged to minister in a church whose membership numbers nearly three hundred, and ten important offices were held by four men, whose combined ages reached 282. God forbid lhat advanced years should ever he considered a disquali-fication for office. Young Samuel did not

preclude the aged Eli because in that instance age was sufficiently wise and magnanimous to decrease that youth might. increase.

By common consent the father et modern missions was William Cares, but Isis youthful madness was nearly litSought to an untimely end by the rigid hand of age. Within the space of a few weeks we visited three Sunday-schools that were in urgent need of youth's virility and revolutionary ideas, and in every case either heard of or spoke to a young person who was qualified and willing to step up higher and serve, but age was 1111Willing to give youth the opportunity. IL is a legitimate ambition to desire Ie hold a responsible and honourable position for fifty years and longer, provided thereby the opportunity to train for successorship is not denied to younger and eligible candi- dates. On first consideration it does appear to be a tragedy that Moses should reach the doorstep of Canaan mid yet not be allowed to step over. But his with-drawal gave young Joshua his oppor-tunity; and it was God who arranged the exchange, and Ile is wise.

In North Wales there is a well-known Primitive Methodist Chinch whose choir is fan.us throughout the Principality, and 1,01111 it. There arc few choirs in our Church lo equal it, and we know of none to surpass it.. About eight years ago its choirmaster, greatly gifted and in the prime of life, and with his choir highly efficient, stood aside to give a younger and gifted man his opportunity. That choir is still advancins, front strength to strength; and Nloses continues to occupy his place in the choir-stalis, w here be smiles and sings encouragement ;is joshua wields the baton. This is as it ought to be, not only in the choir, Ind in every sphere of Christian service where youth is waiting and willing to show its prowess to the glory of God and the good of man. And we believe that in thn majority of cases. when youth is sympathetically op-proached and confronted with the open-floor of opportunity lo serve Christ and the cause, faith will be justified of her children.

Faith, it has been said, appeals In- that in man to which belting and gambling appeals—the sporting instinct. Every day the gambler is taking risks, and the Christian believer ought to do the sante. But whereas the gambler risks from a selfish motive, the Christian risks from an unselfish one. like the Samaritan on the Jerusalem-Jericho road. To-day, Primi-tive Methodism is in peril of sheer timidif r. Safely Ors!" is a useful slogan for children and patriarchs, but not for virile youth or a virile church. IL seas not the slogan of the gallant youngsters who recently saved the giant airship 11. :13 from complete destruction. What an amazing risk God took when Bo created a man and endowed him with fret-us ill. again, when Its slaked the reconciliation of the world unto Him-self on the birth of a Babe at Bethlehem. We are nothing near so reckless as our founder Hugh Bonrne was, nor as thirty years ago our leaders were when they entrusted the education of the ministry to a brilliant and fearless bill inexperienced youpg man from Oxford. We are too staid and cautious, becausewe art!deficient in faith. L. year we allowed 10,000 youths and maidens mer fifteen years of age to slip from us. We lost them at a lime when :hey most needed our fellowship an 1 when they would have

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been of 1111111011FC service to our macr- o, ise. The majority of them were lost because insight, vision, faith and co-operation were lacking in 700 many of our church and senor)! leaders.

The retenlion of youth for the Kingdom is the responsibility of the whole Church, 9011 not -merely that of the school workers. We suggest two ways in which circuit, church and school leaders might at once grow daring and risk something for llio sake of their young people. In every circuit where there are two or more ministers one of them, the hest qualified by knowledge and temperament, ought to he authorised by the Quarterly Meeting to give the whole of his lime to the ministry of the young people. And, second, let every official over forty, whether in circuit, school or church, chaperon and train one or two young men and women as his understudies in office. This would most certainly make for the retention and employment of youth for the Kingdom.

METHODISM AND THE MULTITUDE.

"THE CHURCH IN THE OPEN-AIR." True to the traditions of our Church, Con-

Terence Sunday was made the occasion for really aggressive evangelistic work in the open air. A splendid beginning was made M the morning, when Rev. Thomas Jackson, the well known and highly esteemed super-intendent of Whilechapel Mission, and Mr. W. H. Hipkins addressed a meeting at the Fish Quay. Mr. W. nett. conducted. There was a great rally of our people in the afternoon, the place of assembly being the Station Yard. That wonderful veteran, Dr. Dalton, made an ideal conductor of a pro. cession that reached the full length of Aber-deen Walk. The Conference Camp Meeting was held in delightful 'weather amid Ito almost ideal conditions provided on the Scar-borough Cricket Ground. A very largo crowd, representative of many parts of the country, attended. There were three preach-ing stands, at each of which there was a splendid muster. The conductor at Stand No. 1 was Rev. H. Ross, prayer being offered by Rev. J. B. Bayliffe. The first speaker was Rev. H. F. Johnson, of Hull, who herd the attention of the people with his message on " Masterless Men." There were many who had no inner loyalty, no lofty ideal, no leader in the jemmy, no captain in the fight. This was the explanation of moth that was disturbing in the industrial and social life of the day. Yet to each man was given the priceless prerogative of determining how he would her his ova .life. He knew of no

-better purpose than the one which, moved and constrained the Apostle Paul, " This one thing I do." The sense of a high calling. How could that purpose be accomplished? In arresting and connecing manner Mr. John-eon pointed out that it could be done only by forgetting the past, and then by clinging to the ideal. The address of Mr. C. K. Wat-kisses, J.P., sought to show what Thomas missed .because he was not with the other disciples when Jesus appeared to than, and consequerilly. what people to-day are missing who neglect the Howe of God.

The second stand was in Marge of Rev. J. S. Nightingale, with Rev. J. M. Ridge and Mr. E. Burton as prayer leaders. Rev. Geo. Fawcett, of Stockton, with fervour and slogan., named how :n the quest of life .92,14 triefeonenTec,

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face each man fa up to life and give God a ,bigger place. Be,. E. D. Pigott, of Burnley, got home with his message on Christ', abiding presence. The Church came into being

.through that experience, and His presence W89 ifs continual inspiration. It stnnalaMd the yearning for she highest character. The children's stand was presided over by Rev. 6. Palmer, while Revs. D. Bradbury and F. E. Blake made good use of the oppor-tunity for impressing the young life with Christian ideals. The Salvation Army Bud gave splendid assistance in the leading of the singing, whilst a conspicuous feature of the day was the presence of the famous Filey and Flamborough Fishermen.

Another successful service was held in the evening at the Fish Quay, when Rev. EL Rowley and Mr. W. H. Clennell gave stir-ring evangelistic messages. Rev. W. J. Ward conducted. After church hours, at the Aquarium Top, one of the best services of the day was held. A tremendous crowd listened with the keenest interest and warm appre-ciation to Rev. J. B. Bayliffe, who, M homely vein and with telling illustrations, gave a memorable address on " The New Birth." Rev. A. Baldwin was in charge. The day's experiences serve to show that the people have still an ear for the Gospel message when it is brought into relation with living needs.

oils day in Conference session, and the delegates might well hate pleaded some little relaxation, they mustered at the close of the day in considerable strength for the Temperance Demonstration in the historic St. Sepulchre - street Church. Whilst the audience was gathering; Mr. Allan Hoskin, F.R.C.O., of Rotherham, gave excellent organ selections. The chairman, Mr. W. Anlliff Yearsley, of Manchester District, has risen rapidly in Connexional repute, in a way that vindi-cates the honoured name he beam. The vice-chairman also—Councillor F. Hardy, J.P., of. Mansfield—is devoting himself splendidly to the well-being of the Church and community. Alter the singing in truly Primitive Methodist fashion of the hymn " Arise, my soul, arise," prayer was offered by Rev. Sam Rowley, under whose leadership the Connexional Temperance Department is facing up so magnificently to the tasks of the times. The Chairman said the drink trade was one of the greatest perils to democratic progress. Intemperance was the father of many vices and the mother of many evils. It was a religious duty to fight it. Church mem-bers must lake an active part in temper-ance propaganda.

Ex-Bailie J. Gray, J.P., of Glasgew, ad-dressed himself specifically to the results of the Local Option policy in Scotland. He said he was amazed at the patience of the English in tolerating the seven days' licence. He said they in Scotland were piling up arguments for the English people to use. In thirty-four or thirty-floe areas in Scotland Local Option had been tried, and he wanted to tell them hots it had worked out. A little borough

etithoctlriiis1.9.111 5:ig,'.•`;a1■111 }a'tilYtet the results? In 1914 there were fourteen public-houses in that area; in 1923 there were none; in 1914 there were 230 cases of drunkenness, in 1923 there were only 12 such cases. In 1921 Lerwick, in the north, went "dry." Previous to that there were 380 cases of drunks In 1924 there were only 18 drunks. They were sometimes Lold that the closing of public-houses would mean the opening of clubs. To the hest of his knowledge, in that dry area there were only six clubs. Again, it was said it would increase unemployment. The only people it affected in that way were the police. The Town Council,'since Local Option came in force, had petitioned the Government to reduce the police force by 25 per cent. But for every man dis-placed by Local Option they could replace ten men in profitable occupations. Rates had been rethiced by 18s. on every ill rental, • A Municipal Savings Bank had been opened in 1923 and £17,393 de-posited, and housing bonds to the value of £63,000 issued. Infantile mortality had decreased from 136 per 1,000 in 1914 to 71 in 1923. Prosecutions for cruelty to children had become almost unknown, and instead of the educational authorities having to feed hosts of hungry school-children there swore DOW only five such case., A million pounds per such were being spent in unemployment relief. A million pounds per day were being spent on alcoholic liquor.. That would build two thousand houses at •£500 each and soon solve the housing problem. What a tragic and criminal waste! Q for power to turn off the tap I

Then, what of the results that would follow that could not be tabulated in figures? What it meant to the wife and her family when the husband was saved from the drink I Domestic happiness and a chance for the children I Let them go forward with new courage. They had a mighty enemy, wealthy and powerful, but they had the living God on their side, and the triumph would ultimately he theirs.

The Vice-Chairman urged the possibili-ties of service that lay open to the in-dividual. Let each one exercise his per-sonal influence in the direction of temper-ance and social purity.

The Rev. W. B. Wilkinson followed with a characteristic address, greatly relished by the audience. He rejoiced in the free-dom of the Primitive Methodist ministry from complicity with the drink trade. He said that nobody to-day wanted lo return to pre-war conditions in Ike sale of drink. American Prohibition bad had its in-fluence in England. When the Fellowship of Freedom said that restrictive legislation was altogether bad they were talking what was not true to fad. Nor was it true that the workers opposed the Churches bemuse they fought the drink. It was not beer,

As Temperance reformers let them not lake the attitude—' Local Option or nothing." Let them rather gladly accept anything that redluced 'drinking. lie appreciated the work of the Central Con-trol Board. Shortened hours for the sale of drink had been an unmixed blessing, which even the publicans admitted. At Carlisle they had abolished the grocers' licences and timed drinking Shops into real refreshment houses.

A fact fulled promise was the forma-tion and functioning of the Temperance Cmuscil of the LBristian Churches. Thal Council had hammered out a programme of certain practical reforms. Of the " Four Points " programme one had already been secured, thanks to Lady Astor, namely, the prohibition of the sale of intoxicating drink to young people. The other points were (1) that clubs should he subject to an annual licence issued by the magis-trates, (2)•Sunday Closing, and (3) Local Option, The Stale had agreed that the people had the right to remove that which imperilled the nation's life. Local Option was simply the extension of that right. IL was a method by which the people should decide for themselves what they wished in the matter of drink. They claimed it to be essentially a democratic proposal. But Local Option of itself was not enough. It gave no guarantee of pro-gress in itself. They must by instruction in temperance principles prepare the people to exercise their power wisely. An educational campaign was Miner:kilt, Rev. Sant Rowley (Temperance Secretary) briefly outlined what our Church was doing, and pleaded for loyal summit. By their musical contributions, the Har-monic Male Voice Choir, with Mr. C. W. Charlesworth as conductor, added numb to the enjoyment of the meeting.

CONFERENCE GLINTS AND GLEAMS.

A Welsh minister spent his life in found. ing a sustentation fund for poor ministers. Being told at one meeting that the churches were being killed by the numerous appeals, the old man teplied " If 1 ran have name and address of the church that has been killed by giving 1 will take the Pest train to-morrow morning and find the grave of such a church and take off my hat and sac : Blessed are the dead which die in the

Lord.' "—Lloyd George..

A class of boys, asked to write what they knew shout afr. Lloyd (beige, one answer was '• afr. Lloyd George is the Prime Mixture of England."—.11, W. E. Morse.

• • Then- was a resolution at a certain Quer.

terly Meeting to the effect " That the salary of the second minister be reduced because ire does not preach long enough."

It is learned from clay tablets that .some Babylonish kings SIB said to have reigned 64,000 years. What a time the "Prince of Wales would lave in those days !

"Our genius as a Mirth is net in our Jest, but in our souls."—Blake.

"All the 'peaks' soar, but one the rest excels."—.8 rousing.

• • * " Count your blessings rather than

enumerate your losses." • • •

" I am sorry you're leaving us." said the aged, saintly member to her minister, and continued " I hear Um man who is coming is not up to much, so that we will not be much better off when you leave."

The great meeting at the Futurist Hall, where Mr. Lloyd George spoke, began with the hymn :

" Arise, my souk arise, Shake off thy guilty /caret

• • • A Double: While the large audience was

waiting for Lloyd George, es-Bailie Gray received a great ovation ; be is \1r, George's double.

An old woman being rebuked by the minister for stamping bee feet in the meeting replied : " What is a body to do when they've got religion in their legs?,

a • The newly elected Secretary of Conference :

" This one thing I do, I slick to the Jeanie)."

JUNE 25, 19-25

Woman's Views. When we consider the amount of good

that is being accoin iclishert by our Women's Meetings the head goes out in longing that these may be utilised to their fullest extent in the saltation of souls. That the meetings are purely devotional in character, and that the Holy Spirit lias drawn the most &toted and capable women into leadership of Men, seems quite evident. and for these facts we may well he grateful. But While too are doing a great deal, it is certain that much more remains'. be done. II is essential that we who lead keep clearly before our minds that the motive of our meetings is to bring women to Christ, We cannot re d ourselves of this too often the slogan, " We (1..1 know w here we're going, but we're on the way," never brought anyone to a goal that was worth reaching. It is of first importance that WC know q uite definitely where we are going and where we are seeking to lead those who are committml to our care.

• • • Even when the weeks go by and we son

710 fruits of actual conversion. we am borne up by the conviction that our women are being helped, comforted and instructed in the most holy faith we know of a certainly that good is being done. But it is our duty to bring our teaching to a definite issue : week by week we are instructing them on 51 hat it is to he a Christian, and this must be followed up by an invitation and a challenge that shall lead to decision. Many Women's lleetings are able to record substantial in-creases in church membership through these weekday ministrations; and what some are able to do, wiry should not all? BM to ibis end there must be a sharpen-in g of the spiritual life of those who are placed in the position of leadership. We can never leach all we know, nor. Share what We do not possess, nor impart to others more than we ourselves are feeling. A leader must be some steps in advance: how can those who lag behind expect to lead others in Christian adventure?

a a • We are wise if we discipline ourselves

by devoting a regular amount of time daily to prayer and communion and the study of God's Word. It is not enough to " get up " an address for the weekly meeting: however simple our talk to the women may be, it must bear the imprint of personal contact with God: it should have passed through the sieve of our own experience if it is to be of use to others. Our torch must be aflame if hearts are to be warmed and lighted by it. Your leader troy bare exceptional gifts—menlaL musical, social, physical but none of these (nor all combined) can be so im: portant as Lhe spiritual. And for Oda reason the humblest may take courage. Some of its have been bandicaryped in earlier years and feel we ran never over-take the possibilities that have been lost; we ninst for ever march with the rank and Me; experiences have come to us that supply us with a message for others, but we are diffident of our power to pass it on.

IL is a mistake to give way to moods of this kind. To those who will subject themselves to intensive spiritual disci-pline new powers will some God can leach US to do things that we were elis incapable of doing, and it is open to us all to specialise in the spiritual. There is no substitute for this: no pose, no "unction," no meting-off of gOody-goods platitudes that can take its place. A' deep abiding sincerity makes itself Into wherever it exists: something flows from the life, a fragrance, an aroma. that speaks more clearly than wonls can ever. do, and this causes the words, when they are forthcoming, to sink effectively IMO the hearts that listen.

• • This IFeek's Thought

" °verbena and overflow. If your own bead. you would know:: For the spirit born to bless Lives but in its own excess."

—Laurence D111.1'0/7. 110N011.4e

A French lady who had married an English-man was told she had a "model" husband. Not being sure of what that meant she cod.' suited the dictionary and fonnd that ' a model is a small imitation of the real thing.,

To one who doubled the miracle of water being turned into wine a converted docker retorted : " Come to ley house and I will show you hose Jesus has turned beer into e, piano and a house of gond furniture.".

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ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTH 'CONFERENCE. REPORT OF PROCEEDINGS.

FIFTH DAY.

MONDAY MORNING, JUNE 15th.

After a memorable day on the Sunday, the Conference resumed its sessions Ibis

orning. The devotions were conducted by Rev. D. Batty (missionary Oa furlough). Prayer was offered by Mr. W. H. Clennell.

The Conference Journal was then read by Rev. C. Humble (secretary),

Death of Dr. Dalton. A great shock came to the Conference by

the announcement of the sudden passing during the night of Dr. Dalton, a beloved ex-President of Conference. Only on Sun-day afternoon the Doctor had conducted the Camp Meeting procession with much of his old-time vigour. He also preached what proved to he his last sermon un Sunday night at the Seamer-road Church.

The President A Conference (Rev. Jas. Lockhart) said they were all stricken with a deep sense of grief. Dr. Dalton had the youthfulness of old age. Ile was one of the picturesque personalities in our ministry. He was a type of an of whom they were not producing the like. fie'was altogether inimitable. He was perhaps the best known minister A our Church, not only in Con• nexional centres and on big platforms, but known intimately oleo in the village.. He was earnestly evangelical and evangelistic. re•joicing in the winning of converts. He had intense social sympathies and felt the appeal of the poor, and the burden of the social System. He gave the impression of a gift for friendship. He (lied suddenly, but it waste beautiful passing, and perhaps if he had been allowed to choose, he would have chosen to depart in Lho way he had done. The President asked the Conference to stand while prayeroffered by Rev. Robert Harrison and Mr.

was Moses Bourne.

The General Secretary said that arrange-ments were not yet made for the funeral, Al Ina proposed that, if at all possible, the President and Vice-President of Conference, together with Rev. J. T. Barklay, should represent the Conference et the funeral. This was agreed upon.

Betting and Gambling. The following resolution was unnoiniously

odepted :—'That this Conference directs the attention of Al our members' and adherents to the evils of betting and gambling. Wo desire to warn them, especially the young people associated with our churches and Cunday.schools, of the deplorable conse-quences of these practices. The inevitable results of betting and gambling make for a decline in the moral and spiritual life of the community. We particularly urge that in all our churches and Sunday-schools, and also in the homes of our people,. instructions should be given in the folly and wrong of belling and gambling. MI whist drives, lotteries, guessing competitions and dances shall he prohibited on church premises.

Rev. II. F. Johnson, in moving (hr resolu-tion, said the evil was widespread. The poor as well as the rich were involved in it. The bookmaker was a social pervert. Clean sport was in danger.

Rev. A. Jobb, in seconding, suggested that eve should make some dhoti 1.0 secure the co-operation of the educational authorities.

Rev. J. T. Darkly thought that we should exclude rattles from our church efforts, and those associated with political organisations should do their, utmost to discountenance these things.

Rev. W. S. C. Leach regretted that -hospi• tals and charitable institutions were resort-ing to schemes of chance to sustain their funds.

Mrs. W. J. Weill said we were handi-capped in our protests because of our own defects.

Candidates' Examining Secretary. Rev. David Cooke w. congratulated on

his appointment as Candidates' Examining Secretary. In reply, he said he desired to antidote the fine spirit A his predecessor,

' and he thanked the Conference.

Orphanage and Friendless Boys. A lengthy and intense discussion took

place on the report of the special committee appointed to consider how the work of the Orphanage Committee and, the work of friendless boys could be mutually related. The committee recommended that in future funds be collected for 'orphans and friend. loss children," and so the work among friend-less children could be assisted from Orphan• age funds. BA the Orphanage Committee did not ngree with this proposal, and sug-gested that the work of friendless children should be assisted from Home Missionary Funds.

Rev. A. Jobb said there was a growing feeling in favour of the purpose of the reso-IMion. Rev. W. J. Ward said the mission-ary funds could do on more than was being done.

Rev. Ti. Ross, Orphanage Secretary, reared that if they widened their appeal in the way suggested they would lose support. The work properly belonged to the Home Mis-sionary Department.

Rev. Joseph Johnson thought it would damage the work of institutions like White- chapel and Bruclenoll-road if their work he friendless children was placed lin the Orphanage Committee. The Orphanage

machinery " was unsuitable for the task. Rev. G. Fawcett thought that mho com-

mittee's proposal would bring the work under dual control. Mr. A. B. Hillis thought, that the Orphanage Committee could well do this work tient a financial and nu administrative point of view. To take over thia commend• able work would be to increase their appeal for help.

Sir Thom. Robinson said the proposals were not for the real good of the work; they would lessen financial support. The Orphan- age Committee was unanimous against them. To merge two institutions would be to wreck both.

Err. C. Armitage agreed with the pro-posals, but be thought that the whole matter should be sent down In the General Cr..' tnittee to prepare legislation for the consider. Lien of next Conference. The Conference finally decided in favour of Mr. Armitage's suggestion.

Conn/Monti Soliciton. Mr. S. A. Butt, in acknowledging thanks

In (hr Connexional solicitors, graciously said that it was good of Conference to express itself so finely; but he end his partners felt that they were only " one among any " who served the, Church faithfully. It was a pleasure to do what they could.

Orphanage Treasurership. A letter from Sir Thomas Robinson was

read. intimating that tyro years hence he would retire from the treasurership of the Orphanage Committee. He wished Lhe Cr.. femme to send down to the Synods the question or nominating a treasurer. Rev. J. T. Barkby expressed the hope that Sir Thomas wok.' give the Orphanage Com- mittee a full opportunity of giving fuller consideration to the matter. This was ap- proved by the Con( creme.

Ministers' Benevolent Farad. The General Secretary submitted the

report of the Ministers' Benevolent Fund Committee. Much information had been sought during the year, with a view to obtaming n safe actuarial basis for any scheme which may be submitted, but more time was required. The Committee would report more fully to the next Conference, Lot they sought a resolution of the Conference requiring that all financial appeals on behalf of ministers and their families should be submitted to the Benevolent Fund Cr... mittce and obtain its sanction before they were issued. -

Mr. W. A. Yearsley moved an amendment that such sanction should be obtained of the Committee gf the District which was con• corned, but the General Secretary pointed out that (his would probably lead to the multiplication of appeals, and the aniend• ment was lost, after which the Committee's recommendation was adopted. Mr., IV. A. Yearsley, Mr. R. Fletcher, J.P., and Rev. W. S. C. Leach were added to the Committee.

Mr. W. A. Yearsley presented the legisla-tion on the Benevolent Fund which hod been sent forward by Manchester District. The matter, he claimed, was of imniedinte and vital importance. The ministers had ffiTr":nLY' 2ro !:rrt nl■

o

s;arsOft1 .nli!n:t,n„kra; financialprovision for an emergency or break- down. The legislation Win partly on. the lines of contribution and partly on the lines of subsidy. Rev. W. S. C. Leach urged the importance of proceeding at once, hut Rev. J. Rigby uttered a note of caution as to any further appeals to the people.

The legislation was sent on to the special Committee, with aview to an agreed scheme. being submitted to the Conference of 1926.

The Conference rose at 12.30.

MONDAY AFTERNOON.

The Conference Church was crowded. both I ody and gallery alike, on Monday afternoon. The dominant issue of the Conference la Methodist Union. and the people piesent were only a small company compared with the hosts of Methodists throughout the land whose thoughts were turning towards this hour. Negotiations have reached a some what critical stage, and much depended on the trend of this discussion. Seething en.. lions. were present, and though sharp differ-ences of opinion found expression, there was a full recognition of a common desire for the glory of (Lod. At 2.15 the President an- nounced the hymn, " Oh for that flame of

living fire.- l'rayerwas offered by Rev. John Swindon,. followed by the singing of

iL my only wisdom here." Bouquets were presented to the President and Vice-President of Conference respectively by two little girls, Eileen Goldthorpe and Joyce Cull, which were pleasingly acknowledged" in the meal way."

Fraternol Greetings. Dr. Peake read to the Conference messages

ing fraternal greetings to the Wes- leyan

eYnv Methodist and United Methodist Cr,.

ferences. The letters were heartily endorsed by the Conference.

Welcome.

Rev. W. H. 'Greenwood. or Queens-land, representing the Methodist Church. of Australasia, well7dGrelnwit3lc'eel

reciprocated the reply, feelings ex-

pressed towards him. 1fe said they had sent out to Australasia men who had helped to lay the foundations of the Church deep. broad and. strong. He gratefully remem-bered such mum as Hugh Gilmore, John Wat-son, William Powell and Theophilus Parr. They had had out there twenty.five years' experience of Methodist Union. That experi-ence had been a decided success, so that the ardent opponents of Union would not wish to go buck to the old order. He would con-ey their greetings In the Conference of his

Church, which would meet in March nest.

Medsodiet Union. A Great and Eventful Dist:maim

In approaching the discussion of the great subject of Methodist Union, the President said they had most important decisions to make, and they wanted to be guided by the Spirit of (Ind. They must keep the right picture before them. It was part of a world movement which they were to consider. All the Churches were holding out heeds to each oCher, and bridging over the things that divided. He would remind them that the eyes of Christendom were on the Conference Thal day. Let there be throughout the dis-cussion a sense of propoction.. If there was to he opposition, let it be not about the small end trivial but on the ground of great principles.

Rev. Samuel Horton, in presenting the

report. said that he asked them that day tai take another slap forward to the reunion of British Methodism. Last Conference sent down In the Quarterly Aleellogs the straight and pointed question. Are you In favour of 1.1111011 011 lila basis ml the scheme now tia1.- mtued to you? The results some not only satisfactory but conclusive. They were far better than even the most sanguine had dared to hope. It showed that tremendous strides hod been taken and showed that their people had been studying big maps. 31r. Horton then proceeded to analyse the figures. Every District had given n majority in favour of Union. In three Districts not a single cir-cuit voted against Union. The highest per-centage in favour of Union was in the North British District., where the voting was 97 per cent. in favour. In 150 Circuits not a single vole was recorded against Union; in 89 cir-cuits only one And Ives held up against. On' the whole, in about 388 circuits the aggre-gate vote against. Union was abort three hundred. The voting showed that the peeve. lent mood in their Church was that they should go forward and consummate the Union as soon as possible. Ho believed that many who opposed the scheme, in view of the vote, would now be prepared to fall In. Many were fearful of the Pastoral Session, To these doubters he would say. " Ye fear-ful saints., fresh courage take." There were some who would not under any circumstances agree. They demanded that the scheme should he scrapped. altogether, He relue-

tallel4tbL■tnaed'er"'asti. 'YfhlarjUtnecdtui!erby the minister of another Methodist Church to butt hi and encourage disruption. Certain threats had been made, At he would remind them that that was not the time for the liattle•axe but for healing. Ile appealed that there should lie no outside interference. but that they should be left to settle their own problems. The Primitive Afethodist Defense League had suggested that the scheme was scheme by ral.SOTIS for parsons. He re- pudiated that suggestion in the names of the laymen of the Primitive Methodist Church. In the Committee they had had the laymen behind them. He appealed to the Conference to pass with no uncertainly the resolutions sent by the Luton Committee.

Decimate, Resolution on Union.

Dr. Teske, 11.r submitting a resolution accepting the repo-1 or the Union Committee and the summary of the votes taken in the Quarterly Meetings. and a further resolution expressing gratitude to the great Head of the Church for the large measure of support for Union in the circuits, both of which mow

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carried, then moved the following resolu. tion:—

In view of the wide acceptance of the proposals for Methodist Union, this Con-ference declares itself in favour of the Union of the three Methodist Churches, provided that substantial agreement can be secured as to the measures to be adopted for effecting Union.

Ile would have been glad it without any qualification whatever, this resolution could have been put before them. So far as he was concerned, the Quarterly Meetings had expressed the decisive judgment of our Church on this question. It was important that this resolution should be accepted or rejected looking at our internal conditions. Even if hlethodist Union had been so de-cisively turned down in one of the other two Churches that it was obvious that it was nu use continuing the scheme. he would still say it was our duty to carry the resolution that, so far as we were concerned, there should. be no doubt as to the position in which we stood. He wanted the Conference to do something on which it could not go back ; he wanted it to pledge itself to Union. As to the minority, he had never said nor had he heard any responsible person say. that in this we must apply the maxim that democracy must rule. lf lifty-one per cent. had voted in favour and forty•nine per cent. against, no man in his senses would say, " on Ile did not believe that the minority was composed of irreconcilables. Some had said they were not in favour of Union be. cause of some particular point or points. Some had said they doubted the wisdom of Union, but were prepared to go with their Church. He believed when the test was applied it would be found that a great majority of those who voted against, in view of the large acceptance would be prepared to go forward and accept the view of the great majority. Up to a certain point there could lie no charge of delay, but the time had come when they must go forward. Schemes were being held up. They were in a difficult posi-tion constantly and at many points. The moment they knew definitely they could ad-just their policy to that knowledge. They must not be too impatient, however, because they wanted to carry as many people with theirs as possible and they wanted to leave behind as little soreness as possible.

Mr. Moses Dourne, Vice-Prtuident.elect, seconded the resolution as a layman. This was not chiefly a ministers' question. He knew the ministers of our Church as well as anybody. And he had never seen the slightest desire for ministers to make it their own question. His business training had taught him to take a practical view of things. So be approached the question from a different point of view to that of Dr. Peaks. Ile viewed the matter from the point of view of the working and the efficiency of the Church and all its • departments. 'Would Methodist Union hinder or help this work! He believed it would increase our oppor-tunities and decrease our difficulties. It would decrease our difficulties in the villages. On social questions a United Methodist Church could speak with a greater voice than the divided Churches could do. On the question of war, "the most wicked and damnable thing on God's earth," on gambling, on public purity, problems facing us seriously; we were divided and weak. Were we to remain weak because we were afraid of a pastoral session? Then on the great question of evangelism we were one in doctrine, in atmosphere and in worship. If the two to one custom was to disappear he for cne would welcome it. He did not see why a layman should not be equal to a minister. He loved Primitive Methodism very much, but he loved Jesus Christ more. (Great applause.)

The " Other Rev. Will Ifsher, B.A., said he was a David

among the Philistines. Ile was not speaking for his own District, bot• he spoke it the request of the " Other Side " Committee. He would try to keep the discussion on the high level for which the President pleaded. They who opposed the scheme were just as anxious for the Kingdom of God as were those who approved. .The -anti-unionists felt that they could not risk ministerial prerogative or ministerial final authority. • They - said that very distinctly. In the phrase of the Presi-dent they believed their Church was an ad. venture of God, and that it had been developed by the Spirit of God. Their Church had thrived on its own polity. Now it was proposed to introduce the Ministerial Session. •lie wanted also to say that the people voting in the Quarterly Meetings represented oily 7} per cent. of our member-ship. There had never yet been any split in Primitive Methodism. He did not threaten, but he wanted Conference clearly to under-stand that there were some who would go. Ho prayed them " Have a .re !"

Rev. J. II. Darker said he was far from convinced that organic union was desirable. Ile opposed Union on the basis of the scheme. Some things he perhaps could say better than any layman could say. The scheme denied the rights of the majority, the laymen, in the highest court of the Connexion. The scheme said there were some matters in which the laymen would have no voice. No layman could be the President.

On ministerial discipline they would be excluded. All the trustees were to be members of Quarterly Meetings. Why not all the Sunday-school Teachers? He seriously asked the Conference to hesitate before proceeding with the scheme,

A Convert to Union. Mr. R. Hull (Wrexham) said he had been

opposed to Union, and led the opposition in his Quarterly Meeting, but in view of the

ho had altered attTaz tfo.;::111.ugrr play had been given in the Quarterly Meet. ings, and such a majority obtained that ha could not imagine anybody opposing Union without having some qualms of conscience. That the opposition persisted in the country was not true in many districts. Many in his own circuit who had been opposed to Union, had, like himself, come over and supported it now.

Mr. Guest (Sheffield) said he was opposed to Union. In his vocation he went from place to place and found that the people in the local churches could not imagine Union coming to pass.

Rev. Arthur Jobb said he was whole-heartedly in favour of Union. Though there were some things in the scheme they did not like they were not up against the laws of the Medes and Persians. Ile could follow his evangelistic ministry in the United Church as he could now in his own. In Leicester he had preached frequently in Wesleyan Churches, and the utmost friendliness prevailed. In that City they required six new Methodist Churches almost immediately. That position could not be faced separately, but it could be faced unitedly.

Mr. J. T. Riddiough said he was whole-heartedly in favour of Union. but he was as whole-heartedly against this scheme for Union. In the scheme it was not the ministers who were making sacrifice; it was the layman who was called upon to make all the sacrifice.

Rev. H. J. Taylor said that the vote for Union had been secured in face of considerable difficulty. The unionists had not circulated anybodyon the question; but the anti-unionists had frequently circulated their appeals through the Church. They had that day sent an appeal to every delegate. There had been three or four speeches against Union confessedly based on principle. But he had been unable to discover what they .mea,nyte:4theirn deritcidp,Iec never wa

s opposed to the Pastoral Session. The Pas. toral Session was opposed by Mr. Rattenbury because it was shorn of its former preroga-tives. Ile challenged anybody to say that the Pastoral Session as embodied in the scheme supported •' ministerial superiority." He suggested that the two to one principle was not vital; it arose out of an unfortunate incident. His judgment was altogether for Union, and he would live to see it con-summated.

Mr. H. White said that he was a Primitive Methodist not by birth, but by choice. He owed much to it. There was no real need for Union. Theta were not too any churches to-day, even in the villages, if the people would only go to them. We ought rather to swarm, create more churches, and fill every village chapel.

Mr. T. L. Gerrard, C.C., said he had not always been a unionist. In 1913 he was'not really in favour. His experience on the Union Committee had removed his opposi. tion. The Primitive Methodists had been treated with the greatest possible respect. The Wesleyans had yielded much. They had accepted in the scheme the provision of a lay vice-president, which was a great con- cession. The Primitive Methodist laymen would not lose anything vital, and if Method-ists could not unite what hopes were there of the larger Union ?

Councillor II. Bridges reminded the Con-ference that history showed that God was not always 011 the side of the big battalions. Minorities were often right. Take the record of the Quarterf,M.Lings. The officials did not necessarily represent the people, Hausa local preacher represented only himself. Mr. Taylor asked- what principle was at stake. He had some objections which were details of management and policy, blot there Was one matter of principle which touched his con-science—the illogical and unworkable clause regarding the administration of the Lord's Supper.

Mr. W. G. Kingdom said he was in opposi-tion to the transfer of power involved to the scheme. Working men had sometimes to submit to oppression outside the Church, but h.2 did not want to see anything approach-ing it within-a. 'Church.

Rev. G. Armitage said it NV89 not a question of power, but. a matter of grace. There had never.' been any distinction between laymen and ministers in our Church. The vote for Union, in his judgment, was quite sufficient to justify us as a Church in going forward. There had been no haste. The question had been before the Wesleyan Church for twelve years. One year the question was held up by the invitation of our section of the Union Committee. They must now make up their minds whether they would allow themselves from that moment to go forward or not. A great deal must be done before Union was consummated. The rights of the Church were safeguarded as against the pastoral ses-sion. They wanted freedom for the Church

Juu 25, 1925 THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER. 413

in the future' and that was .scored. Union

could not be brought about without a 75 per cent. vote of the separate Methodist Con-ferences.

Mr. Waller Smith (Hull) said he repre-sented the most divided district. They re-cognised a number of sincere men had taken the opposite view. But their opponents must regard those who were in favour of Union as equally sincere in their convictions. He thought the opponents had exaggerated the difficulties and had not sufficiently looked forward in faith' and hope to the great pos-sibilities of Union. In view of the threat-en-d disruption in the ,Church of England which of the Churches wait going to be the National Church? A United Methodist Church could map out England for Methodism. . Rev. J. T. Barkby said he was thinking of

the impact of a great. Methodist Church on moral and social questions. In Canada the opposition to the Union of the Presbyterian, Congregational and Methodist Churches had some from those representing 'the drink traffic. There had also been opposition from the Roman Catholics, and they must not for-get that the real fight of the future would be between evangelicalism and eacerdotalism.

Pitney Desire to Speak, but Vote to be Taken. At this Map the President stated that of

those who had spoken there had deliberately been an equal number on both aides. Now he was left with the names of sixteen who wished to speak for Union and two who wished to sak against. He asked the will of the Confer

peence on the matter, and the de-

cision was that after Rev. E. E. Pritchard had spoken as a representative of Africa the vote should be taken. Mr. Pritchard said that none of the arguments to which he had listened had impressed him. So far as Nigeria was concerned the question did not directly concern them. But in South Africa the question of Methodist Union was a live me. Whoa they looked at the great world problem they were compelled to the con-clusion that a united church could do it most effectively.

A Decisive Vote. Dr. Peaks waived his right to reply. The

President said it had been a great deb.., and that they would long remember it with pride. There was tense interest during the mooting of the votes. The result was announced by the President as follows ) For the resolution, 184; against, 13. The figures are full of encouragement for Union sup-porters. IL was generally agreed that •the discussion was the best yet heard in our Con-ference, both sides finding capable advocates. The other routine resolutions of the Com-mittee as to methods .d stages for the con-summation of Union were then approved.

Union Committee. To fill the vacancy caused by the death of

Dr. Dalton, Professor Humphries, M.A., was elected to the Committee. As representing the " Other Side," Rev. J. E. Thorp and Rev. T. R. Auty, B.D., were added to the Committee.

Distingoiehed Timken. The President. expressed. the pleasure it

gave them to- see with them that day on the platform two brother Methodists in the per-Sons of Rev. E. Aldo.. French (of the Wes. liven Methodist Church) and Rev. George Parker (of the United Methodist Church).

A memorable session was brought to a close at 5.15 with prayer by the President.

SIXTH DAY. ,

TUESDAY MORNING; IONE 18th..

The devotional opening was 'presided over by Rev. T. Shaw, prayer being led by Kr. C. Sadler.

Mr. E. W. Hall, who brought. a. letter of iotrodoction from the New Zealand Con-ference, was heartily received by the Con. Terence,

Sunday School Work. . AM S. Palmer, in presenting his report,

regretted that there had been a decrease of 251 Leachers and 7,100 scholars. Decreases in these departments were common to the three Methodist Churches. The causes must be probed. In our wheals the decremes had been in the intermediate and senior depart-ments. Several reasons had been assigned—loose registration, removals, irregular sad in-efficient teachers, parental indifference, failure to look after absentees and the age

bf the Hperothioemught eor.sysi.s.t11 cir.=

were being given by Professor Ley I.

Bartley College students, so that when they went to their churches they would go with a knowledge of fhe child mind and of Sunday-school organisation. They would thus be able to give a I.d. Five of the atudents were being sent to Westhill for a special course. Extension schools were being most successfully arranged. He reported that the Jubilee Fund of £2,000 had been completed. - Mies Barker, in seconding the report, stressed the need for an efficient head of the school, someone who knew the child nature and the atmosphere and also as to the training of teachers. The greatest lack of all was atmosphere. She had found this to be most deplorable.

Mr. C. K. Watkins., J.P., said he was just completing fifty years as a Sunday. achool teacher. For thirty years he had never beep abseat,Synods .d Conferences notwith. standing. Spiritual advance was not a casual invitation, but involved fifty-two Sundays a

Wr ltr nt b' py rld :r" tstemteacgof treDibewa , necessity. The decrees. could 103 turned into an increase as soon as they willed it m. -

Rev. A. C. Williman urged a closer appli- cation to the work of our schools. If we worked amongst our young people as we should the spiritual birth-rate would go up. They must not only play with the children, but also pray With them.

The report was adopted and Young People's Days were fixed for Sunday and Monday, October 18th and 19th. woLzisititi.o.nemsdatp.lielidww.17,. rReuplre..44n5

tativea being appointed by the General Mis-sionary Committee on the Sunday-school Com-mittee.

The following were added to the Sunday-khzelr. iCioemyrn. lEtteej. : Miss Bossons, Miss

Rev. W. C. Chrimes and Rev. F. C. Taylor,

Welcome to African lifizeionariee.

The President heartily welcomed the fol-lowing missionaries who were on the plat-form ) Rev. and Mrs. R. B.ham, Rev. and Mrs. D. Batty, Rev. and Mra. S. E. Buckley, Miss Elkins, Rev. C. Finlay, Miss Leggett, Rev. and Mrs. E. E. Pritchard, Miss Richardson, Miss Roberts, Rev. and Mrs. E. Stamp and Rev. H. Wakefield.

Rev. R. Benham. speaking for the Nigerian field. said it was twelve years since he was privileged to attend the Conference. They were all glad to be back amongst their people in the homeland for a memo.

Rev. E. Stamp, representing the Rhodesian field. said they heartily thanked the friends for the warm scale.... In the case of Mrs. Stamp and himself, however, it was also a word of farewell. as they were about to sail back to the mission field for a further term of four years-

Miss Elkins, who spoke for the lady mis-sionaries, said they rejoiced in the ability to serve. She pleaded for more help in the mis-sionary interests.

Hearty greetings were extended to those who were in course of preparation for foreign service—Miss Shearman Mr..7. A. K. Brown, Mr. R. W. Lorton and Mr. Carlos Wiles.

hfissionary Week of, Prayer. '- November 28th -December 611 was adopted

as the week of special prayer for miasions, and the churches were strongly urged to observe the same.

New Stations. The Conference arranged for Port Harcourt

to become an independent station from Bende with Robert Banhani as superinten-dent, and for Nambala to become an inde• pendent station from Namantombwa. with Stanley E. Buckley as superintendent.

The Conference rose at 10.45 and the dela-galee proceeded to St. Sepulchre•street for the missionary service.

TUESDAY AFTERNOON.

Rev. A. Bilsborough led the devotions. The Secretary then proposed en expression of thanks to Councillor and Mrs. A. Moore for their great service and kindness in con-nection with the tragic death of Dr. Dalton; and- an expression of gratitude to the Governors of the Scarborough College for their kindness in providing a garden party. Rev. J. T. Barkby, Rev. W. It. Wilkinson and Mr. J. Skinner were appointed represen-tatives at the funeral of Dir. Dalton. Rev. W. Roswell Maltby received the thanks of the Conference for his miseionary mrmon.

Wald:ism Legislation was adopted to give the General

Sunday School Committee three representa-tives on the General Missionary Commit..

W balite. Rm. Thos. Jackson was cordially wel-

comed as he presented the report of the Whitechapel Instituted Homes of Rest. They had admitted 176

n lads in Whitechapel

Home during the year. Employment 'had-been found for 40 discharged prisoners. The Seaside Homes had received 1,016 adults, and US persons had been entertained free or at reduced charg.. The Free Night Shelter had admitted 6,226 homeless mon. The number of free suppers provided was 12,452, and 6,342 penny dinners had been given to neceasitoue children and adults. The report was received and adopted. The balance-sheet showed a credit balance of £213.

Sir Thom.. Robinson*. Great I. At this stage Sir Thomas Robinson took

the platform and fold the Conference how the question of the heavy deficit on the Foreign Missionary Funds had been on his heart. So he had decided to give £100. He said that times were hard for him, hot if he could not give out of rec.,. then he would give it out of capital. He bad approached his friend, Al& W. Grant. and had asked

hint'to cover this gift, which he had agrmd to do. Then Ald. R. Fletcher had offered £100, ex-Bailie Gray £50, W. Arnold £25, T. L. Gerrard £25, C. 11. Maynard £25, A. Chippendale £25, C. Pearce £10. This total of £460 set the generosity of the Confer-ence on the move. Mr. R. Fletcher made an

111.7g, 'cobu'ldwcisekisegeuivredfirn Itret Conference, Then followed the moving experience of munificent offers from all parts of " the house." Rev. J. T. Barkby £20, Rev. J. H. Hirst £10, Rev. W. J. Ward £10. E. G. Dun-ford ZS, W. Morrow £10. W. Smith £5, A. S. Clarke £5, J. W. Broadbent £25, F. A. 11. Giltrow £5, 2. N. Green £5, M. Badman £5, Miss Barker £1, D. Bradbury £3 3s. At this stage Mr. Chas. Sadler rose and said he would give one of his cows valued at £25; then followed 0. Smith £5, T. G. Gardiner £5, T. Graham £3. And finally Ex-Bailie Gray and Mr. T. L. Gerrard doubled their original offers and tints added another £75.

Young People's Ithssiosary Secretary. Two names were ballotted on for the Secre-

taryship of the Young People's Missionary Department,—C. P. Groves, B.A., and F. J. C. Dyer, Mr. Groves received an overwhelming majority of votes and was declared elected. The Committee was constituted as follows 2. H. Hirst, W. J. Ward, A. Baldwin, J. T. Barkby, E. McLellan, F. Hard, S. Palmer, G. Hunt, G. Bennett, .W. R. Wilkinson, B. Warhurst, A. Lax; President, F. Hardy ; Secretary, C. P. Groves, B.A., B.D.

Thanks to Rev. C. F. GM On the motion of Rev. J. H. Hirst, seconded

by Rev. W. J. Ward, the Conference accorded to Rev. C. F. Gill its heartiest thanks for the invaluable service rendered for five years as Secretary of the Young People's Missionary Department.

Missionary Report. Rev. J. H. Hirst, in presenting the report

of the African Missions, said he did so with feeling of profound thankfulness. They

had to report an increase of 2,403 members for the year, which, with one exception, was the highest increase on record. Fernando Poo shared in the increase, and conditions were promising. Aliwal North, owing to a great exodus of Population, reported a de- crease for the firsttime. The most striking thing during the year had been the entertain. moot at Bloemfontein of the Wesleyan Synod, where Rev. C. Cralstr.e had been warmly received. In Northern Rhodesia their ministries were widening on every hand, and meeting with real success. In Nigeria words simply failed to tell of the wonderful work that was taking place, as the report would show. The various departments hod exer- cised most useful ministries throughout the year. The Women's Federation had given a tremendous fillip to the missionary movement within the Church. Mr. J. Calow had given medicine to the value of £70 throughout the year and deserved their warmest thanks. The American Primitive Methodists had con-tinued to send £11 per month to the funds. The Laymen's Missionary League, under the leadership of Mr. J. If. Morton, was develop. ing its useful work. The Lender had bean a splendid advocate of their cause.. Rev. J. T. Barkby throughout his Presidential year had given missions a most prominent place. As Editor of "The Advance" he had given them a missionary magazine of which they did well to be proud.

Discineion on Missionary Finance. Rev. J. H. Hirst said the African Fund

was the most unsatisfactory part in connec-tion with their work. It woe due partly to their success.. He had asked last year for an extra £10,000, andswas bitterly disappointed it had not been forthcoming. They must listen to the challenge of- Christ for Africa, and a penny per month per member would give them what they desired. The .prospects were really serious. In three years time, if present conditibits continued, the Jubilee Fund would 130 exhausted. The position demanded either a tremendous effort of faith on the part of their people, or they would be faced with the scandal of withdrawal.

Rev. J. T. ilarkby appealed for the serious consideration of the financial position. It wm not hopeless, but it was most critical. He was convinced that the money could be raised if only the people could visualise the needs of Africa.

Rev. J. 8. Nightingale said a word on the other side was due to the Conference. He had never known a more trag:c industrial situation in the North. In the mining areas of the North no fewer than seventy collieries had been closed down. That had seriously crippled the resources of their people. It was not the weal of heart, for he knew that the missionary spirit in their Church had never been so much Mice.

Rev. J. H. Hirst said he fully appreciated the industrial situation, and he knew that the giving in many cases had been sacrificial. The decline "RS 1101 in the areas most seriously affected.

Rev. E. E. Pritchard said he thought the Conference should know that all expenditure in Nigeria was most critically examined. He could amine them that there was no waste. He pleaded the dire spiritual need of the

African as the great reason for increased support.

Rev. W. J. Ward said he believed they had come to the psychological moment when the financial position of the African Fund should be faced. He was prepared in those cir- cumstances to forego the greater part of the time allocated to the discussion of Home Missions. They had TIMw special promises of £700 towards the £1,000 that was being raised to reduce the deficit.

Mr. T. I.. Carrerd's lhoposal. Mr. T. L. Gerrard, C.C., said it was a

serious matter they were facia,. Last year the ordinary income was £17,I r r short of the ordinary expenditure. He felt they ought to come to grips with the problem. He was conscious of the distress that existed, but ho felt that the position could be med without . nada° strain. He believed that they folly needed at least £10,000 extra during the coming year, and, in view of the call of Africa, he felt they ought to face the issue. He had a series of resolutions to submit. He proposed, first, that the Conference accept the responsibility of raising au extra £10,000 next year.

Mr. J. Brearley, J.P., seconded, and asked that in voting it would las .reinembered that it meant more than putting up the hands.

Rev. H. J. Taylor said he hoped that they would not only carry the resolution, but carry it cut. He had good reasons for knowing the difficulty of keeping_ up the missionary in come, but he believed it could be increased if they went about it wisely. They had paid off their Trust debts during the year no leas than £68,000. The easement at home shoufd make it possible to give increased support for the work abroad. Ho would remind them that the opportunities would not always be with them. Delay now would very greatly augment the problem in the future.

Mrs. J. S. Gammage. of Northampton, believed the Church would rally to the special appeal. She pledged herself to do her utmost.

Rev. Jos. Johnson said that though the missions district had their own difficulties, they would do their share. His own sym-pathies were not limited to the homeland. He felt the urgency of the needs of Africa. He hoped the resolution would be carried unanimously.

Mr. Moses Bourne said' he thought they might, meet- the situation along the lines of self-denial. He viewed with considerable caution anything in the nature of a levy on the ciiTuits. He felt that in view of the in" clustrial depression they had reason to he grateful for the measure of support forth-coming. A personal appeal might be made to those who were in a better position for help to meet the situation. He suggested a self-denial week to be held immediately following Good Friday.

Rev. F. E. Blake, speaking as a circuit inister, deprecated the multiplied appeals.

He felt that there was need for co-ordination in these matters.

The resolution resolution was adopted by the Con- fe.

k!, T. L. Gerrard proposed the following resolutions. which also were carried:—(11 That the General Missionary Committee shall be asked at its next meeting to decide how the money shall be raised. (2) That the suggested increase be divided among the Dis-tricts, and by the Districts among the cir-cuits and by the circuits among the indi-vidual churches. Mr. Gerrard said this wee as extension of a system which had already proved its own value.

Thanksgiving. . The resolution of the Secretory, expressing

thanks to God for the great success of their work in Africa, and that referring to the advance in the Okpoto country were also approved.

General hfistionary Fund. In speaking to the report and balance-

sheet of the General Fund, Rev. W. J. Ward mentioned that at a very small cost to the Committee they had now secured in " The Advance " a most creditable missionary magazine. The report, was approved.

Sinitentetion Fund. The report of the Sustentation Fund Com-

mitlee was presented by Rev. W. J. Ward. He said there was only one circuit that had consistently refused to honour its obligation

- the fund. During the year there were eight circuits in arrears. Everybody now recognised,the value of the fund.

The reports of the White Loan Fund and the Norman Bequest Fund were received and approved.

Rome Maims Retort. Rev. W. J. Ward said that in connection

with the work of their Home Mission Stations there was reason for gratitude. They re• ported an increase of 73 members for the year. The outlook in many places was most promising, and they owed much to the faith-ful labours of their ministers and agents.

Mr. Richard Fletcher, J.P., was elected General Missionary Treasurer. Rev, J. H. Hirst Foreign Secretary and Rev. W. J. Ward Home Secretary.

Conference me at 5.15 p.m.

gates would go hack home and see that every 'local Education Authority were asked to teach 'the Board of Edu.tion's Booklet, " Hygiene of Food and Drink," in all their school.. Rev. F. E. Blake supported Mr. Speddine's suggestion that every Primitive Methodist. should be required to be o total abetainer. With' regard to finance, could they not ask that on Temperance Sunday some part at least of the collections taken throughout the Church be given to the temperance depart-meat!

Mr. W. H. Dams cited the experience of the total abstinence section of certain insurance companies. as valuable evidence from the temperance standpoint. The discussion was helpful and evidenced keen interest in the cause of temperance, Rev. Jas. Lockhart was elected President, Rev. S. Rowley Secretary and Mr. B. War-hurst Treasurer of the deportment. Temperance Secrete, Legislation was promoted by the Hull Dis-trict to appoint a whole.time secretary for Temperance and Social Welfare. Rev. H. F. Johnson, in moving the resolution, said that the war had put back the work of temper- ance. A' circuit minister could not cope with the demands of the office. Mr. A. B. Hillis said that this proposal would really test the sincerity of the Conference on tein, parents stork. Rev. H. J. Taylor, in Sup,, porting the proposal, suggested that the necessary funds could be ranted by addidg one penny to the Cennexiontif Le,. Rm. W. R. Wilkinson thought the proposal was untimely it Mew of Methodist Union and the special arrangements already operating with respect to the Temperance Secretary. Rev. C. H. Spivey opposed the legislation because it involved an increase in Connexional funds at a Lane when all resources were being strained to raise. and increase missionary funds. The Conference decided to send the legislation down to the Synods as provisional legislation. Loud Opine.A resolution was adopted to petition the Government to bring in a Local Option Bill.

I at the earliest possible date. . It was resolved to press upon the Govern-ment a demand for Sunday Closing in Eng-, land. Resolutions on the menacing growth of Clubs and ma Betting and Gambling were also heartily adopted. General Chapel Fond. Rev. W. J. Ward presented the report of the General Chapel Fund. The Commit.. was constituted. the following members being added by the Conference K. Wat- kins°, J.P., T. L. Gerrard, C.C., J. Sivil, J.P. and J. Brearley, J.P. Thesis for Misdonary Landman. The hearty thanks of Conference were ac-corded to Airs, T. F. Dales. daughter of the late Mr. • Benjamin. Walmsley, for the splendid gift of -the missionary luncheon, which 0005 equivalent to • gift of more than £100. Gine Commidre. Mr. A. B. Hillis moved the adoption of the 'Copse Committee Report. He regarded that matter as one of the most important of modern times. Everything that helped to make a better world had to do with the Kingdom of God. The Gospel must be applied to practical problems. and it mast be done, not in a haphmard,_but in a scientific rhowYir dealt withtesting movement. by how

Committee w® reappointed and the legislation on a Temperance and Social 'Wel-fare Depart.. was referred back for further consideration. Edection of the "Foos Penang'.

Eighteen nominations were nerds for the election of " Four Persons " to the next Con- ference. result the ballot bill el, showed

that been dented as ministerial delegates and Dr. Peake end Alderman W. Boyer as lay , delegate, • Lind Prseber Trani's. Rev. T. A. Thompson, B.Sc., submitted the/report of the Training Committee. The report was the best in the history of the movement, and had been made possible by the splendid service of his eivedecessor (Pro-fessor Humphrimil and by his colleague, Mr. W. H. Wyld. They regretted that so many who passed through the primary course apps-' rently thought Oat they had finished their training. ' There should be more students for the advanced curriculum. "The returns showed that oat of 1,203 preparing for the .11 y 45!Igha: jeottedtothdetTort.inA.Clas=

by Conference :—Revs. F. Pickett. J. Ritson, and Messrs. M. Bourne and T. R. Watkinsort Los AM. The scheme providing for the status and insurance of lay agents, as submitted by the Genet Committee and outlined in a printed memorandum circulated among the delegate, w. approved, 'on the motion of the general secretary, seconded by Rev, H. J. Taylor.

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Juwm 25, 1925

SIMPLY/TB DAY. WEDNESDAY MORNING, JUNE 17th. The devotions this morning were conducted by Rev. E. D. Pigott and prayer alleged by Mr. W. H. Hipkin, Sabbath Obsoname. Mr. Walter Smith, of Hull, proposed a resolution declaring that the Confereece viewed with grave concern the decline of Sabbath Observance, and calling upon all our members to maintain the spiritual privileges of that day. Mr. Smith said that, like many other institutions, the Sabbath was 111 the melting-pot, but if it emerged M .ything like the form of the Contioental Sunday it would be PP unparalleled disaster for the nation. It would be a disastertothe work-ing classes. They regarded the Sabbath as a physical necessity, but as Christians they took higher ground. Under God the Sab-bath had helped to lay the foundation on which their national greatness had rested. He called on hie brethren themselves to set the right example and by all legitimate means to maintain the Sabbath as a great Christian institution. Rev. H. J. Taylor seconded the resolcitic, which was enthusi-ustically approved. 5. M. W. end 0. Fond. The report of the S. M. W. and 0. Fund was presented by the retiring Treasurer (Rev. It. W. B. Whiteway). He said £1,000 had been paid off the capital debt during the year. Five years ago there was a debt of 26,000. The position w. considerably better. Several .nuitants had returned their annuities. The South Australian Conference had now the widows off their funds, and were now taking the responsibility themselves. The report was approved .d the General Committee appointed as the Committee for the Fund, with W. M. Kelley as secretary. On the motion of Rev. Geo. Armitage, the Conference tendered to Rev. R. W. B. White. way its warmest thanks for his five years' service as Treasurer to the S. M. W. and 0. Fund. Mr. Whiteway had served magnifi-cently and had earned their highest apprecia-tion. In acknowledgment. Mr. Whiteway said he had found much joy re the work. The New Tremens,

Three names were in nomination in accession to Rev. R. W. B. Whiteway—viz., F. W. Atkin, S. L. George end G. Hunt. The ballot resulted in the elec tion of Rev. G. Hunt. Mr. Hunt briefly thanked the brethren for the mark of their confidence.

Challenge Offer for Dragons. Mr. R. Fletcher, J.P., reported that the Vice-President (Alderman W. E. Morse) had intimated that he would share with him the responsibility for the last £100 of the £1,000 which they were seeking to raise. Mr. Hirst reported that, they now needed only 258 to be able. to claim the offers of the Missionary Treasurer and Mr. Morse. He honed, it would soon be forthcoming. Mr. IC Boerne then contributed a further 225, General Pasionery Cummins. Twenty.five names were nominated for the General Missionary Committee- There were ten vacancies, and the following were elected F. Gill, H. J. Taylor, G. Armi- tage, Jas. Skinner, C. K. Watkinaon, Jas. Gray, Hermon F. Jams., 3. Langstaff, C. Finlay and T. C. Showell. Local Preachen' Aid Fond. Mr. H. Month, Treasurer of the Local Preachers' Aid Fund, in submitting the report, conveyed the thanks of the brethren who had benefited to those who had supported the Fund. There were 228 on the permanent list and there had been 185 single grants during the year. They needed all the nion, they had received and more. They had made inv.& into their assets. He paid tribute to the work done for the Fund by the Secre-tary, Rev. J. Holland. The General 'Secretary moved a hearty vote of thanks to Mr. Holland for his most efficient services during his term of office. This was most sincerely passed. The following names were submitted to the Conference by the Selection Committee for the secretaryship of this Fund Id. Brown, T. B. Caukwell and J. S. Nightingale. Nev. J. S. Nightingale was declared elected, and briefly acknowledged the appointment. Ministers Witham Pastoral ansge. A Coofename Breese. ' The following resolution of the Stationing Committee was adopted :—That each minister of our Church without pastoral charge shall report to Conference through the March' Quarterly Meeting where he holds Ms mem-bership. He shall state his oceopation and whether the conditions under which he w. released still operate. Rev. T. Lloyd Page moved that ministers without pastoral charge who were nerving organisations outside the deeomi.tion and whose remuneration exceeded the minimum salary should not receive .y allowance from She S. M. W. and 0. Fond In respect of the period of their release front circuit work. Ruch o stipulation had been adopted by the

Wesleyan Church, and he thought it was manifestly fair. Mr. W. Collett seconded. He viewed with alarm the increasing number of ministers set apart. What concerned him most was that they needed the men in the circuits who were without pastoral charge. Mr. A. B. Hillis hoped the Church would approach the question in no narrow or parochial spirit. The denomination hod con-tributed in no small measure to the growth of the institutions with which these men had become associated. He thought the supreme 127.t was to .dTentYni=onbeTer; hindered the Kingdom of God. Rev. H. J. Taylor said the Church was rich Z.,7r11',.tittnsPd7L.R.2.,,f'd:t11:1="'omin:! tion. If there wits a shortage of men the case would be different. Men who supervised the reading of the people or who served the British and Foreign Bade Society were ren-dering a greater service than could be done in a more restricted field. Rev. J. Hall moved an amendment that the matter should he referred for an actuarial valuation of the years which it was now pro-posed to omit, that the brethren concerned might pay such a sum as would eoable them to receive benefit under the S.M.W. and 0. Fund. He would prefer, however, that the whole snbject should be referred to the General Committee for report. Rev. G. Armitage seconded and pointed out that the £2 paid each year was not a pre-mium but a subscription. Mr. Moses Bourne said it was a compliment to our Church that Revs. E. W. Smith and T. Sykes held the positions they did in the Bible Society and Free Church Council respcc. lively. But it w. different, he thought, with respect to anyone holding a commercial p.ition, and ho thought it should be dif-ferently regarded. Ho thought a man who wanted to be a preacher and a business man should he on the local premise.' plan. Dr. Peake said that, as at the Liverpool Conference, he protested against one of the gravest dangers—a too narrow spin. It was useless to take rap the position that they were entitled to derive benefit unless they were prepared to contribute not only money but men. They ecnild not do without the British and Foreign Bible Society in their missionary work, and all the Free Churches needed Mr. Sykes. He pointed out that Mr. Bird's posi-tion was not purely a commercial position. Mr. Hind was rendering great service to preachers, teachers and others by arranging the publication of theological literature.

Eventually it was agreed to refer the matter to the General Committee for con-sideration and report. Report of Chapel Aid Associetian. Rev. A. Baldwin, in presenting the report of the Chapel Aid Association, mid the Asao-ciation continued to do nseful and successful work. The balance carried to reserve fend was. 23,519. He was glad that "our people " regain o great confiden. therm They had made grunts during the year to Connexional funds of nearly 22,000. Ilia was a new departure 011 the part of the Association, and it was quite voluntary. The report boss received and adopted, with Rev. A. Baldwin as Secretary. lemma Company. Rev. Robert Harrison presented the report of the Primitive Methodist Insurance Com. pony. He said they had paid £646 to claims during the year. They had given 22,748 to Connexional Funds; this brought their total ro7p.r00oom' to Wt*/ or26nnilLyet.;„ Id- r.Trif1;7.• Har- rison spoke with tender effective of the com- perry's great loss in the death of the seme- they, Rev. IT. J. Gledwin, Hoban Roll Report. Rev. Joseph Johnson, in presenting the report of Holborn Hall, said his report showed. eonlinaed ...as. Rents had reached a r.ord mum. The debt had beim reduced another 2750 despite the heavy expenses of repairs. Rev. W. R. Wilkinson was appointed comptroller and treasurer, and Rev. Joseph Johnson secretary. Lacks Camminion. The report of the London Commission showed ,hot good work had been done in promoting the amalgamation of circuits in London. But in mew of the special arrange men. for working the London Church Ex-tension Fond, it was proposed and adopted that the work of the Commission should be merged into Hat of the Extension Fund. Thanks were accorded to Rev. Joseph John-son for his effective services on behalf of the Commission. 0 Chapel Extension Committee. Rev. Clark Hallam presented the report of the London Chapel and School Extension Commit.. He told that the Fund had done as much as itsresourcee would .lbw. It was proposed to merge the work of the Com-mittee in that of the newly-formed Com-mittee for the Development and Ex.eion of Primitive Methodism in London. This was received and adopted, and Rev. Clark Hallam was thanked for his services.

The lent Commission. • The report of the Kent Commission showed that good work had been done in amiating several circuits in Kent. The Coninfission wTherelrfenrt.eite adjourned at 11.45 to attend the memorial eervice for Dr. Dalton. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON. After devotions and prayer by Rev. J. S. Nightingale the Conference Journal was read by the Secretary.

Admowledgmetm. Rev, Th.. Bullock (newly appointed Endeavour Secretary) cordially thanked the brethren for the kindness and honour they hod done him in electing him to this posi-tion. Air a primitive Methodist of the fifth generation he owed everything to his •Church. He had a long association with Christian Endeavour work, •end it would be his aim to do all within his power to advance the interests of the movement.' Temperance and Scald Welfare, Rev. Seas Rowley presented in his well- known breezy style hie first report as Secre. tary of the Temperance arid Social Welfare Department. He 1.1.9 grateful for the oppor- tunity of putting the report before them. The statistics were not ve,r7,1elordagoivitolies regretted members. e of would he a seriots day for their Church if they let the work of the Bands of Hope go. He would remind them of the thousands of young people who passing out of the Sunday-schools to 0ro0irts0 the army" of drunkards. The usual reason was given—. shOrtage of workers." When they considered the thousands of local preachers in their Church there ought to be itiliovizccho shiuortm reHet.fteil.t th.eyowigme not living

Church. The financial position. too, Temper- ance disturbing. The 'measure of support forth-coming for their temperance work was •not worthy of their great Church. He was asking fora minimum of 5s. per year from every circuit for their work. That was a modest request. There were some things that were encouraging. One was the Temperance Council of tho Christian Churches. He thanked God for that. In October last a conference was held at High Leigh. They realised the need for a common policy. It was intended to prepare a Bill for Local Option, and he prophesied that within five rt.:Zttehelloo7.°.1d/tv=tchf u'rt=3,̀::thlr, and predicted that they would have Prohibi-tion within fifteen years, bet they would have to work for it. He believed that all the political parties would welcome a definite lead from the Churches. Rev. A. Bilsborough congratulated the Secretory on the work he hod done through-reit the Connexion. He drew attention to the fact that only one school out of three in their denomination had o Bood of HOWL That w. a really serious matter which should engage their consideration, Rev. J. J. Cook said it was possible to make too much of Local Option. Experience in Scotland proved that the passing of the 'Act was one thing, but the getting of the people in the right way mite another. The really urgent thing wire that of temperance propaganda and education, so that they might have'. intelligent constituency. ' Rev. R. K. Spedding said he was not con- cerned with 11.P.'s. but with P.M.'s. He submitted that the time had come when there should be a definite lead so far as the poeitico of their Church was concerned. He felt there was only one position for foliose. of Jesus Christ, and that wee ..I abstinence; He believed that should be made a condition of church membership. Rev. J. H. Hirst said he apprecia.d the sentiment. of Mr. Spedding's speech, but he reminded the Conference of the difficulty con- nected with it. He said its enforcement would at once break the Temperance Council of the Christian Churches. The biggest. partner in that Council was the Roman Catholic Church, who would not accept total abstinence . the basis. He wanted to go further back and urge the need for reel temper.. teaching in their day sehoole. There bry their hope. He paid tribute . the splendid lead of their present secretary. He felt that. after all, the position of temper-ance in their Church was better than the statistics allowed. Mr, R. Hall urged the necessity of addrees, ing to every circuit a letter pointing out the importance of formingaBand of Hope fn every church, Mrs. J. Johnson said there was a possible iteena.....tios.nlm...tte0d.ecrteha.se.ot Bands of Hope. organisatiou. Now there syelre 3foys' Pan: Girls' Life Brigades and similar institutions where the pledge of total alietinence was re-quired, .d the common reply of motherswas that their children coda not belong to every organisation. Rev. G. Armitage said he hoped the 'day would never come when their Chinch would boggle at total abstinence. Whatever might happen within the Temperance Council they had to speak on behalf of their own Church. They most take every legitimate step to rid the nation of the terrible menace of Om drink. Rev. T. Greener Garth. hoped the dele-

&Whiles. The Conference received and approved the

statistical schedule of Chapel and School Pro- party, showing that 262,339 had been paid if the Trust debts during the year. The

statistics of the stations were also approved,

Conference. The lists M district meetings for next year and the lists of approved list examiners were received and approved.

The general committee was nuthorised to sanction such sales of Connexional property es are Proved to be expedient. and to in' aka a record of such sales an the Journal.

The General Committee was authorised to deal with any unfinished business mad any business arising out of the stationing.

The Ex-President (Rev. J. T. Barkbyl weeappointed to prepare the Conference address to the Churches.

Dumb la Down. . The Conference recorded Rs warmest

thanks to the following donors :—To the Executors of the late '1'. P. Hancock. Legacy of £500 to Kidsgrove Trustees for the pm. chase of a new ate. Mr. and Mrs. George Heed. Gift of 2250 to Quay Church, Urid- tine., Organ Fund. To the Executors of the late Robert istiomson. £192 to 1.. toy How Trustees. To Sir Weller Runciman, Bart., for his munificent additional gift of BLOOD to the new church at Seehomes, North Sunderland. 'The late James Ducker. £100 . Local Preachers. Aid Fund. and also one- third of residuary estate. To Katherine- street Sunday School Funeral Club, Ashton. under-Lyne Circuit, per Mr. 'Allen Brown. Gift cancelling debt of £100. To the Exectt• tors of the late Charles Hadfield, of Newton Heath, for sums amounting to 2250 to Maw cheater VII. and Walkden Stations, Local Preachers' Aid Fund and Whilechapel Insth tale. S. V. Rolleston, Esq., Bath. Gift of a site valued at Ezoo co zas. The Viscount Bayne. t127 square yards of land. The late Councillor J. S. Gibson. £100 legacy to Northumberland-street School, Huddersfield. Plr. John Toyne, of Bicton. £126 towards Minsterley new church. Frank Wilson, Esq., tante Isabel, Fernando Poo. Gift of more Hato 2100. Maxi !Bans Jones, San. Isabel, ffermndo Poo. Gifts exceeding 2100. Mr. Mitchell. Gift of a Louse at Hertford, value 21,501 Mrs. S. J. Wood (deceased), of Wallington. £100 for Foreign Missions. Mr. H. Drondield. Gift of 2100 to Chesterfield 1. Mrs. Starner. Gift of 2240 to Cathy, Leicester. The Conference adjourned at 3 p.m.

Conference resomed its sessions at 6 p.m. Alter receiving and adopting the auditor's

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also the summary, with delegation to next

report, the remaining ithins of legislation were considered.

Represen.fisso to Choirs. Taoist. District proposed that choirs

should have representation on Leaders' and Quarterly Meeting. This was sent down to the Synods as provisional legislation. j......., N.6.... commit..

Legislation was proposed by the Manchester District to provide that in Districts where there was a League of Nations Committee that Committee shall appoint a delegate to the District Synod. The legislation was not carried, it being felt that it was not necessary to the effective working of the League. o &ed.,.

it was agreed to change the name of the North British District, and desi gnate it as "Scotland."

At 7 o'clock Conference commenced the East draft of stations.

Mr. Clegg's father had passed away in Leeds during the sessions of the Conference, of which Mr. H. E. Clegg was a member,

Arbiu.i... ' ,Rev.. H. J. Taylor moved tho following

solution :—• That this Conference repre• renting 4;500 churches in Great Britain, hereby expresses its wholehearted support with the principle of arbitration in all inter. national disputes, and as a first step it urges upon His Majesty's Government to sign at once the. clause for the obligatory submission of certain classes of disputes to the Court of International Justice. We are greatly, con• earned that the movement of the League of Nations to secure an all-round reduction of armaments by way of security and arbitration is. been , checked by our own successive Governments by the rejection of the Draft Treaty of Mutual Assistance in 1924 end the rejection of the Geneva Protocol in 1925. The danger now is that the movement may stop altogether or begin to go backward. We urge upon the Government that the British delegation to the Sixth Assembly of the League of Nations should either accept the Geneva Protocol with such reservations as may be regarded as indispensable or join in preparing a new plan for reaching an al- round limitation of armaments by way of security and arbitration." The resolution was seconded and heartily adopted,

MA., Diatioetiona. . The General Committee was inslrmted to

give consideration to the question of printing

military distinctions in the Tear Book anal to report to next Conference.

The General Secretary said there had been exceptional diffireities (his year in stationing, and he hoped the G.C.D.s would write to all the circuits and ministers affected under their supervision and explain the situa. ticss. The remainder of the session was devoted to stationing, which was completed before noon.

Signing the hymnal. Before the final event of signing the Journal

Rey. W. M. Kelley expressed it 0 Felicitous manner the great admiration of the Con- ference of the ability and grace with which the President and the Vice-President had conducted the proceedings. They had been absolutely impartial and fair in their rulings, and had helped the business very consider- ably.

Due thanks were accorded to the Con- fermi. Eleereteries (Revs. C. Humble and J. Hall) and to Rev. Jacob Walton; also to the Scarborough hosts and hostesses for their

hospitality, and to the Local Arrang Committee, mpecialy the four local env who had not spored themselves. Tha also came in for praise. Finally thank lavishly poured on the General Sec Rev. W. M. Kelley, for the urbane, t human way in which he had dealt wit and difficulties. He had undoubteri celled himself at his first Conferenc had secured the gold will and confide the Church. It was a signal triumn 12.35 the Conference was called to at for the signing of the Journal. A solemn hush, with all the delegates-all—standing, thesignatures were ap, to the records of a Conference that wl be remembered. Rev. Robert Ha newly elected Deed Poll member, was his request to add his name.

To describe and characterise each I ence is a common and pleasant manta potion. The weather at this 106th Cod has been glorious throughout. It was lated to deplete the attendanceat the se but. thanks to the loyalty of the deleg: had no appreciable effect. Somethio was due to the benign and happy im met over the Conference continuously President, the Vice-President and theC Secretary. The sessions have been and good humoured,. and the public m have been rich in spiritual content. W marked not. only one year more, bat or onward. May Manchester record a step towards the same "one divine eve

EIGHTH DAY. THIIRSDAY MORNING, JUNE 18th. The dosing session of the Conferee.

opened with a good number of delegates in attendance.The President I al the devotions, beior,,,gviva b,„%:‘,. W. C. g ti' • '—' ° - - ' " " ' • .

Meads rid As Press. After the Journal had been read, a

resolution on "Morals and the Press" was submitted by Rev. R. B. Goodwin : "That this Conference expresses its abhorrence of the passe sins manifested m frequently and so grossly in oar modern society. The display of luxury in the midst of so much poverty, the contemptuous indifference to the sacra- meat of marringe, the eelfish indulgence with its open denial of the canons of decent living; constitute a Breve menace to the well-being of our race. We implore our people to challenge the sins of our day with the ethic and spirit of Jesus. We also vigorously condemn the deedless publicity given by certain sections of the Press to moral corruption, space being allowed for minute descriptions of vicious modes of living instead of more adequate reports of events of national and inter- national importance."

Rev. J. 8. Nightingale seconded, and the extreme gravity of the matter was spoken to by Mr. W. If. Collett, C.C., and Revs. R. Harrison, W. S. C. Leach and C. Humble, after which the 'resolution was enthusiastic- ally adopted.

The Conference expressed its deepest sympathy with Mr. H. E. Clegg and family.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. Rev. Jos. E. Gilbert, St. George's

Old Kent-road, desires to gratefully a. ledge :—Anon.. 3s. 9d. ; T. A,, Soya 23; M. T., Bedhampton. 3, 6d.; Scarborough, one dollar ; E. Jordan,2 Anon., 9d.; " In the name of Christ ' gate), 21 : Tip, El 2, ; For Westeliff Lover a Children, 21 ls.; Send Mothers to Dartford, E1 10s.

Rev. J. K. Ellwood, Clapton Miss, sires to acknowledge receipt of C. 30s.

Rev. 'I'. Jackson acknowledges the of £2 from " A. P.M." ; Heights, A ing Man, 10, ; also several parr, clothing, no address.

hlr. W. B. Hall, of Walkden Circ.. of Mr. C. A. Hall, and grandson of Mi Hall. will shortly proceed from Mao Grammar School to Manchester GM, having won the C. J. Adams El Scholarship.

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PRIMITIVE METHODIST MISSIONS HOME AND FOREIGN.

There are:

(1) Great Extensions in Progress.

(2) Unparalleled Opportunities before us:

(3) Crippling Deficits hindering us in both spheres.

Conference contributed z 1,000 by voluntary gifts. Will you send a special contribution towards the Z16,000 still required to put

us level with March 31st, 1924 ?

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THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER. JUNE 25, 1925

WILD ROSE. THE STORY OF A GREAT ADVENTURE.

On the very day when disaster befell the having been carefully removed from the with a difference? Jesus came to give the stock of humanity a new life; only in this case the old stock had become weak and corrupt. The new life was required to save the old stock from perishing of moral t ottenriess."

"There is something in that," said Allan rather doubtfully; "but you see biology and not theology is my line. 11ut what you say reminds too of something else. How do,we get our new roses? "

" I.do not know; that is beyond me." " Well, nature nod and then makes a

new departure and starts a new per-sonality, so to speak. Rotarians call it a ' sport,' as if nature, laughing at our ignorance, set aside what we had sup-posed to be unalterable laws. Similarly, by cross fertilisation of seed, a new kind of rose is produced. Here we are landed into fresh mystery, the mystery of heredity. That, again, is hound up with the mystery of life. We are all chips of the old block,' but precisely how we conic to be what we are no man can tell. Our nur-serymen, who go . In for producing new loses by cross fertilisation, should be able to tell us some interesting things."

The Sunday. services were again a great success, and having - reluctantly parted with his friends, old and new, David jour-neyed home in high spirits. He had passed his final examination, and was first of some forty probationers for his four years' record. Now the time had come when he might seek Rodon Nessar's hand and claim n definite answer. He would visit Hivedale in a few days and gel to know his fate. But lovers propose and circum-stances dispose. Pressure of work and unusual engagements kept his " nose to the grindstone " for the next fortnight, and then, just when he was getting through the thick of things, came a letter which upset all his calculations. He had written Roden giving her a glowing ac-count of his visit to Scarghyll, and was surprised that she should be so long in replying. Her usual letter was quite a week overdue. He read it now with be-wildered amazement. It was brief but pointed. After a passing reference to David's last letter the operative paragraph ran as follows

I do not know what you will think of mo. During the last few days I have Thought a great deal of !he promise I gave you three years ago, that if you came to me and made a certain proposal I would give you a definite answer. I do not want

Undoubtedly. Again you have grasped you to come now, because I have made up sating between you. 7110 idea almost before I have expressed my mind and wish to spare you and my-

" That is good, David. You have the it." self a meeting that could only be distress-best of it and got the last word after all," said Mrs. Allan as she handed him his cup. "But can you give us news of the Nessars? It seems a long time since we heard from them."

" I heard only this morning. They are all well, and their gardening is prosper-ing "

" That is good," said Mrs. Allan. I hope last night's frost has not been

as bad at Hivedale as with us," said Allan. " Of course we are higher up here; but a moderate frost when things are so well advanced may be disastrous."

And would it affect the roses? " asked David.

It might; all depends on the degree of frost. A little less or a little more might make all the difference. I question if there has been such a frost at this season for thirty years."

After Lea Allan and David retired to the dining-coon, and David, referring to a recent sermon he had preached, asked his friend whether the position he had taken in regard to the problem of life was scien-tifically sound. Ile briefly described how lee had treated his text, which was the passage : " So is the kingdom of God, os if a limn should cast seed into the ground, and should sleep and rise night and day, and the seed should spring and-grow up, he knoccoth not how. For the earth bringeth forth !reit of herself; first the blade, then the ear; after that the full ern in the ear." • Scientifically, quite accurate," was

Allan's verdict. "Thal reminds me of a line of thought of my our, suggested by my budding experiences. The subject has fascinated me In an extraordinary way. You know that at the bottom of each leaf

By JOSEPH RITSON (Author of "The Romance of Primitive Methodism," "The Master of Doon," &c.)•

CHAPTER XX, stalk a bud is formed, which contains "I see, I see," said David, as if trying to within itself capabilities as wonderful as grasp some new line of thought. And A Bolt from the Blue. the unexpended blossom. The bud, isn't this true in the spiritual realm, only

brothers Sesser, !Mind Peellon vaned Scarghyll for the mmisersary services. He found Robert Allan eagerly watching his roses, especially those he had budded the previous season. Not that he was seri-ously afraid of the frost, his roses were all protected by a device he had hit upon in the form of a wooden shield. This was a sort of box but without lop or bottom; eleven inches high, Len inches square at the top and thirteen and a half at the bottom, and made of half-inch redwood deal. This proved a much more effectual protection to the most valuable young shoots than the usual device of earthing up.

" What have we here? " asked David, as his eye fell on row after row of these shields.

•• Thal is an invention of mine. You may remember I told you of the idea last year. You sec there is always more or less loss and damage from frost and east winds in spring, especially with young bashes. 'this arrangement admits air aid sunshine while giving ample protection."

" And how long do you beep them on? " " From early in December to the end of

May or the first week in June; but they can be reversed about the middle of May. Asa result I anticipate no losses, and an earlier and more vigorous growth."

" But you could not do this with thou-sands of roses? "

Perhaps 1,01; but I intend to carry out the plan sslialever number I may grow, and I calculate on finding room for not far short of a thousand."

Lifting a few of the boxes Allan showed the fine vigorous shoots in the budded briers of the previous summer.

'rho tea hour was always a delightful time at Scarghyll House. It was served in the library, and to a lover of books it was a pleasure to drink tea facing the book-shelves filled with choice volumes. Science occupied a large place, and already there was a considerable collection of rose literature, including Several annual volumes of the National Rose Society.

"Now, Uncle David," said Mary, the elder daughter, " you are to sit between me and Anne. Daddy says you will be a thorn between Imo roses. But I say you will be a rose between two thorns, be-cause we shall lease you all the lime."

"Bel then I like being teased by some people, and as you and your sister arc among the number what shall I he then? It will cease to be a thorny business

stem, is deftly fixed into an incision made in the brier.stoek. There it becomes the beginning of a new existence. Evidently, therefore, there is a separate and complete life principle existing within the tiny bud." " I never thought of that,- said David,

as Allan paused the

poke the fire. " I always imagined the plant as one-root, stem, leaf, bud, flower, working together in harmonious concert. Now I see it is possible to detach from the whole a com-plete portion of the life element which will carry with it all the potentialities of the parent bush unaltered. IL is the bud and not the brier-stock that determines the quality of the roses."

" You have expressed it most accurately. What an advantage it is to possess an alert, well-trained mind and the power of expression. I know some men who think no end of themselves who would never have seen that. But perhaps the wonder-ful thing in it all is that the seed reveals the same potentialities, to use your own word. Under proper conditions the seed is able to originate within itself, and pro-ject from out itself, into the earth and the

oa r 'selecting of with the

"Leo power

the gross and the ethereal, the right kind and in due proportions, the elements which it needs."

" And that always seems to me un-canny," interposed David eagerly.

" And so it is," said Allan. " It is part of the mystery of life. With these elements life can mould and shape with infinite skill, cell upon cell, a new and. living structure like the pare. plant. So you see seed and bud arc alike in that

r"Peittis'vhat I would like to know ice why the bud, and not the brier-stock:and root. determines the kind of roses to he grown."

" And I'm afraid that is what you will not get to know, my friend. I provided for the bud of, say, a General McArthur rose, a wild-brier stock and root. To this vigorous stock the laid unites itself and uses stock and root to gather from the earth in fullest strength the elements it needs to build up its lilt. Where then rilovItnhivintaoli rilnete,rhnencnooattve principle lie?

seal and bud." "'then the bud follows the lines first

laid down by the seed from which the parent plant grew? " said David.

ing to us both. Everything must now ho at an end between us, and our long corre-spondence must close. I have not come to Nils decision hurriedly. For the last fortnight I have thought of scarcely any-thing else; but my decision is Irrevocable, and my last request is !hal you will neither write nor seek to see Inc. Believe me IL is best for us both."

David's first impulse was to rush off to Hivedale and find out the meaning of this extraordinary letter. But a glance al his other letters shosCed that this would be impossible. For some days more his presence would he required at Monk. minster. He read Rodon•s letter again and again till he could have repealed every word of it from memory; but it did not bring him any nearer a solution of the mystery. What had happened? Had Rodon found that, offer all, she did not love him? Had the prospect of a comfort- able sitting down al Porsham Grange, near her own people, become attractive? Had somebody else more eligible than Sam -Ogden appeared upon the scene? These and many other questions crowded upon him; but not one of them could he enter- tain. He spent three restless days and two sleepless nights. Then he pulled himself together. His house of life seemed in ruins; but be would not waste time in vain regrets. Time would no doubt bring an explanation of this mystery, and show him the reason for his fearful disappoint-. marl. His tenderness for Roden re-mained. • Whatever the cause of her decision, she was still the one woman in the world for him, and he must give up the idea of marriage. He was invited to remain a fifth year, and tentative arrange-ments had been made for the provision of a furnished house. Ile would simply inform the authorities that for the next year a house would not be required. Then a powerful impulse seized him to write to Rodon. It would be some relief It any rate to do that. Letter after letter was written and then torn up; iL all seemed so futile. Long letters were tried and then short ones; it was all no nse. Then in despair be decided that now, as always, Rodon's wish should be his law. He would neither write her nor seek to see her. He must wait the issue of events. With a sad heart he look up the burden of life. His people wondered at the shadow that had fallen upon their bright and cheery- young minister; many were the speculations as to the cause. Nobody was made any the wiser.

(To be conlinued.)

At the recent bazaar held al, Whitehall, Bristol First, nearly L140 soot raised. At the Sunday services Councillor D. J. Vaughan, of Newport, preached. The openers and chairmen were Nlessrs. Stacy Stevens, D. George, \V. Sandy and Mr. A. Pope, with gt."7.7 under Nlra.

the"freri'X h:"61 rlttl good heed rier.2Ieri Bend of Hope procession of the Kingswood Union our Whitehall Band of Hope led the way. Mr. H. B. Donn was again the marshal for the whole demonstration.

Please help the little child up the ladder.

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JuNH 25, 1925 THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER. 417

Monday Morning. —Conference assembled ,this morning under a cloud. Groups stood about outside Jubilee trying to grasp the fact that Dr. Dalton, with us yester-day, and preaching with vigour last night the Gospel he loved, is to-day with us no more. After readingof Journal the Presi-dent paid a dignified and tender tribute to the old warrior thus gloriously having finished his course, and ex-President Harrison and Moses Bourne led movingly in prayer. General Secretary begged con-sideration as under stress of the event, yet apprehended that the Doctor's wish would have been that we should gel on with the business, and recalled his desire that none should mourn when he passed. President, Vice-President and ex-President appointed to attend his obsequies.

Turning to Public Questions, President recommended "compression." Hermon, with the dews of a warm morning upon him, spoke vigorously to resolution on belting and gambling, enlarging on peril AO youth, even in boarding schools, and on its corruption of sport. Kind-Heart Jubb foreshadowed Leicester's imitation of Glasgow's plan of •campaign; J. T. 11. made emphatic demand that Church should keep dean hands in matter of bazaar raffles, to loud applause from floor

The Batter Reif of the Home Sec: and gallery; Wilfrid Leach deprecated the false appeal of " Golden Ballots " for hos-Pitals. Mrs. Ward related an encounter in railway loin which left her dumb, and Humble (Fred) made practical suggestion for principles of resolution to be hung in ,vestries and vestibules.

Thanks to David Cooke for Memorial 'Address. President invited. him to plat. form to make his bow as Candidates' Exam. Sec., characterising him as a philo- sopher who speaks intelligibly. D. C. being his colleague, didn't know how the circuit would stand two Connexional officers. In responding, David admitted burden of responsibility devolving on him for his distinguished colleague. Where-upon President paid him back by telling how he had listened to his young man's mellifluous voice outside his bedroom door at unearthly hour yesterday morning assuring him that " Jesus knows all about our struggles."

Letter received from Skipper Robinson giving notice of resignation of Orphanage Treasurership two years hence. . Sir MOMS explained his reasons in person. J. T. B. thought he was making a mistake and wished to talk it over. A shadow of aiming events.' Connexional Lawyer Butt responded genially to Saturday's motion of thanks. Interrupted by S.O.S. from N.E. corner, where Grimsby and Lincoln lurk, missing platform eIoquence through difficulties of hearing. Lawyer Butt modestly assured them they were not missing much. So to report of Commit-tee on Friendless Boys, with recommen-dation to put them under Orphanage Committee. General SecreLary introduc-ing, hinted at a rift, and acknowledged

help of Lawyer Bull in safeguarding Orphanage interests. Rift disclosed in Ike reading of proposed amendment. from Orphanage Executive seeking to father the friendless boys on the Home Missions Committee by way of the Young People's Department. Kind-Heart Jubb hintal at fat balances of Orphanage Committee Funds. Home Secretary Ward deprecated

The " Other Side." ability of Missionary Committee to accept further financial responsibility. Orphan-Secretary Ross considered bringing in this new interest would affect adversely Orphanage appeals. Pressed the present on Home Missions. At this point Skipper Robinson moved the Orphanage Executive amendment. Freeman Johnson and George Fawcett declared on side of amend-ment, the latter commending the Y.P. channel.- But Home Secretary scotched this by reference to rule, pointing out that Y.P. Department does not function through Home Missions- Committee, and that all its moneys ore assigned to foreign work. A. B.- Hillis for the resolution. Missionary train already overloaded, and amendment.would merely shelve. African Secretary, who had been out 'phoning, popped in timely to say ditto to K. D. Described Orphanage Committee as big-gest in denomination and richest in en-dowment. Moses Briurne wanted to bear Bishop of Whitechapel, but General Secre-tory ruled him not eligible on this matter. Skipper Robinson, now judging "all the cards to be on table," gave reasons for his objection. J. T. B. suggested concilia-tion, and described his OWII change of attitude. Conference obviously with him. Ex-Helmsman followed on as peacemaker; suggested receiving proposals and in-structing General Committee to consider and prepare legislation. Helmsman Kelley wholeheartedly accepted. The Skipper thirsted for " acid test " of Conference on the spot. After a little more palaver, amendment put and lost. Now Sub-divider Geeson is anxious for judgment of Synods, and is reassured. General Secre-tary opines that to move slowly is to move wisely and safely, and, adopting his pre-decessor's suggestion, gels this carried. Skipper minded to haul down his flag, but Ex-Helmsman puts a hand to the lanyard and it Ili. still.

And now arises another Willow Song from that. N.E. corner, lamenting the gossip in the vestibule and the ever-opening dOor, 'due (so ran the strain) to

ladies peeping in to see if their beloveds are there. (It is Missionary Day to-morrow., and the ladies are upon us 0 V.-P. sagely suggests that "one or more local ministers " put their heads to-gether, and Moses Bourne wants gossips forbidden the lobby. Then we find relief in united song.

Debate on debate: this Conference is determined to be innocent of reproach of docility. Report of Ministers' Benevolent Fund Special Committee, with certain recommendations. On last clause, re. quiring all cases for financial appeal to be submitted to the Special Commit., Antliff Yearsley up with amendment to substitute District Committee of district where case arises. Wilfrid Leach seconded, and expressed his district's pre-ference for committee of ministers-Amendment lost. Then Humble (Fred) moved to add Antliff Yearsley to com-mittee. This carried. Anlliff seems to have a genius for tumbling into com-mittees. Report adopted, but more to follow. Antliff now mounted platform to move Manchester legislation on subject. Thought Special Committee should have hatched some chick from its twelve months' sitting Gave inventory of goods with which (some) ministers " sit down," including shaving sets and vanity bags. No complaints of not hearing from N.E. corner. A. Y. had a good lime, but little more exposition and little less rhetorical appeal would not have been amiss. Skinner, of Surrey, proffered amateur actuarial opinion that scheme was prat tically impossible. Festiva lents is his motto. Helmsman Kelley agreed, while complimenting A. Y., and moved amend menl to refer legislation to Benevolent Fund Committee. Home Sec. seconded. Joe Rigby protested strongly againsi scheme which added to circuit burdens, and w fervent crusader from Salisbury and Southampton got off 011 an C.XCIIrSi011 into anti-tobacco propaganda, to which David Cooke feelingly objected on a point of order.

Conference, now becoming o trin, debate-stalled. chanted " Vote! vole! and motion to put the question followed. Two or three, yet thirsting for the fray, on their feet, but Vice-President handled situation firmly, and insisted first on pulling ntnendunent, which carried. Various names added to committee. Then a little outburst of complaint from one quarter about conduct of the chair and points of order. and our usually genial friend the Rural Dean got rather hot and talked of " gag," but Conference dis-sented strongly and Lawrence Wood voiced its confidence in Vice-President. All this session palaver has been rather expensive. Sunday-school matters should have been despatched this morning. and haven't appeared. We are a session in

Ifice-President Designate. arrears, and another evening sitting looms on horizon. Arrangements made. for this afternoon's Union Debate, and so to lunch.

Monday Afternoon. — Prefaced by Dowers. Little Irene Goldthorpe, favoured Ike President, who betrayal some inexpe-rience in kissing under a " cloche " hat. Little Joyce Cull made her Maiden speech to Vice-President, who proved 'more expert, remarking that he was fond of flowers—and girls. Dr. Probe moved mes-sages of greeting to Wesleyan and U.M.

Churches. Rev. W. Ti. Greenwood brought greetings from Australasian Methodist Church, and made rousing speech which played a significant prelude to Union debate. Called the " two-to-one " demo-cracy in the extreme. Crowded church on steaming hot afternoon evidenced keen interest in fortunes of Union. Platform very representative, both " sides " being found a place. Old friend Aldan French and George Parker of the U.M.'s also in attendance.

President, after appealing for air, MO. ducal discussion as phase of a world-movement. Pleaded for lofty level of dis-cussion and spirit of brotherly kindness. Both sides, he said, were coming to the issue on terms of friendship. President's direction of debate all through has been. unfailingly true to loftiest ideals of the Church in conclave. Secretary Horton in-troduced report of Union Committee, scat-tering abundant and conclusive figures, and urging the " next step forward." In-dicted a " remarkable document received this morning "—a production of a U.M. disseutient, broadcast among Conference delegates on morning of debate, an incur-sion he resented, observing that it neu-tralised the neutrality of neutrals. Tried to reassure doubters of Pastoral Session with " Ye fearful saints, fresh courage Lake . . ." but got rather boggled in quotation. Analysed opposition as (1) those now prepared to fall in, (2) doublers, and (3) shouters.

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\\ Ns.

Spoken.= far " African Cnries." Dr. Peake forward as mover of the reso-

lutions. Cleared the course by indicating the contentious ones, and No. 3 as the ono on which debate was proposed. There-upon No. 1 was carried stem. con., and No. 2 with two or three dissentients. On No. 3 the Doctor strongly urged ... on irre-vocable step," and recommended patience and freedom from acerbity in debate. Moses Bourne seconded " es a layman " in speech on lofty level. Presented busi-ness man's practical view. Emphasised value of unity in great moral issues. " You never get much out of politicians unless you squeeze them, and a united squeeze . .." Conference made comple-tion of the sentence unnecessary. After this, first place given to Will Usher and J. H. Barker as spokesmen for the " other side." The House realised difficulty of their task and showed itself sympathetic. Both did well in speech and spirit, both claimed to he for Union but against the Scheme; but neither convinced Conference of any conclusive principles. Will Usher said be was there not to day but to stay, and lilted chiefly at Pastoral Session, urging that it was an obstacle to larger union. J.-II. Barker centred on "restric-tions on the laity " and picked out details. They were followed by Rosvlard Hull, of Wrexham, obviously platform-nervous, but brave in declaration of loyally to majority vote, though hitherto a 'strong opponent. Moses Guest, of Sheffield (Anti), argued lock of local feeling for cohesion. Kind-Heart Jubb (Pro) adduced the situation in Leicester. J. T. Riddiough (Anti) was another " for Union, against the Scheme," and had his own compila tion of figures. H. J. T. (Pro), wiping his brow, termed it a "warm subject," and vigorously traversed arguments of " other

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aide spokesmen. Wanted yet to know

what they meant by "principle." H.

White, of Salisbury and Southampton

(Anti), Ex-V.P. Gerrard (Pro), Councillor

Bridges (Anti), kingdom, from the Princi-

pality (Anti)—another of Conference's

camp-meeting voices—and Ex-Sec. Armi-

tage (Pro) all in turn held the platform.

Walter Smith, of Hull, worked out a

happy little parable, Ohicli is to be com-mended to the Defence " Cave " of his own district. The text was that the oppo-sition had not paid sufficient regard to

advantages of Union. Himself the Parable—a married man, who seventeen years ago gave up liberty. When he goes astray a single flicker of an eyelid brings him back.. . . Yet what he had gained was out of all proportion to what be had relinquished. J. T. D. pointed moral front fact that chief opposition to recent Canadian Union came from publicans and R.C.s. After this, with clock al 4.55, President yet had eighteen names of aspirant speakers in hand, sixteep pro and two anti. Conference agreed to hear Ernest Pritchard, of Acted., who force-fully put the missionary point of view,

with the challenge ,of. racemotoments. Then, in the bush of a tense interest, the vole was taken, one delegate asking for no

applause on the result, the issue being too serious. Result: Resolution carried by 184 to 13—exactly the same number of

dissentients as last year. And of these 13 Ito less than 7 had a voice in the debate out of a total of 17, inclusive of the mover and seconder I After which never lel it be sold that the " other side " has not had a fair hearing.

The, remaining resolutions were passed quickly; two vacancies on the Union Com-mittee by death were filled by two repre-sentatives of the opposition, and the Presi-dent-elect replacing Dr. Dalton. There was a little outcry about certain districts being without representatives, but this was shown to be due to changes of minis-ters. The General Secretary as on act of grace mentioned the "petition " which Hull District sought to present, but dis-allowed its reception as irregular. And so with satisfaction and relief we sought the

blessed open air.

Tuesday Alorning.—All for Lime-saving

this morning, so postponed Humble (Charles's) penny reading and the Public Question. Big Uncle l'almer, the chil-

dren's Secretary, got straight to work with his delayed .interests, rightly divid-ing his word of truth as we always expect him to do. Made equal portions of his

family fare, three minutes per head. Raked the schedules for reasons of decrease and convicted certain specimens as

"excuses with whiskers on." Enlarged on Summer School and uses of Jubilee

Fund. Marshalled a few more points,-

and worked to triumphant conclusion

with matbeinatical accuracy. Miss Harker,

of Sheffield, seconded adoption of report in perhaps best speech we have hod so far this Conference from enfranchised

Woman. Desiderated good supers., enumerated qualifications and pilloried defects. Sad case of atmosphere spoilt by super. with squeaky boots. Remedy sug-gested and proper study-books prescribed

for every errant type of the species.

" C. K." emphasised need for loyal

workers. Himself for thirty years never missed a Sunday--not even for a Confer-

ence. Wiltows, of Tribulation Corner,

intervened upon closure of debate with plea for ten minutes more, and C. C. C., of Sherwood, backed hint up, advising

economy of lime on votes of thanks. Uncle P. mooed his specific resolutions. A. C. Williznan, seconding hke main one.

Look oc.sion to say " Amen " to C. C. C. Sought explanation of scholar decreases within the Church. Recommended sym-pathy with young folk: "If you would

pray with him, ploy with him." Other

cognate matters despatched, including

trifle of legislation. B. 11. and P. U. Report occasioned mention of extension to Africa through Ibo and Efik transla-

tion.. John. Norton raised his young and snowy bead to plead for a better S.S

Examination certificate. And that con-

cluded S.S. Secretary's innings.

Now to missionary matters. The

returned emissaries called to platform for annual exhibition. As African Sec. remarked, they are not keen on the dis-play, but it has its salt., for many who

love them for their work's sake rejoice to identify them and carry their images

away in their hearts to objectify their

prayers. "J. H." did honours of show-

man with courteous oriole, though he got a bit mixed in his Slaters, lo wrongful

attribution of celibacy, and was actually overlooking Miss Leggett I Benham, of Uxuakoli, first spokesman of what he

called "African Curio Show." Extended

imitation to President to visit Nigerian

District in course of his Diarict peregrina-

tions. Confident at least he would visit

them in spirit. President responded that

he was quite prepared to send out his

spirit. It is said a former Missionary Secretary, not innocent of chaff (mixed with a little wheat) communicated to President that he protested strongly against importation of raw spirits to Africa. Stamp, of Nanrela, followed, in modest speech revealing him to he mis-sionary of the right stamp. Last, but not least graceful, Miss Elkins, of Jamestown, voicing the womanly devotion of our mis-sion fad. African Secretary moved greet-ing to those preparing their armour, and sealed two new independent stations. General Secretary gave notice of evening silting to-morrow, and we dispersed to wend our way to " Sep." for the Mis-sionary Sermon.

IL is a welcome refreshment to have the Sermon in another church, but it would be a further gain if we could learn to assemble and wait in quiet. The bun of conversation which filled the place before commencement of service is a too usual feature. How infinitely belle, it would be if we could suppress the holiday excite-ment. a little in deference to the true spirit and purpose! of worship! Mr. Russell Maltby proved, as those privileged to hear him at Liverpool expected, a more than worthy substitute. HOW wonderfully he translated that Eighth of Romans ! "If any man have not this Spirit within him, he is simply not a Christian." "You received the spirit that makes a child, when you cry out ' My Father! '" The discourse was equally delightful, quiet, illuminating, stimulating, lit now and then with touches of humour : " Il is not a nice thing to have your mind Laken to

Benedict on the Sabbatha

pieces, though some people know nothing about it, God bless them! " . . . " Paul stood with his back to Jerusalem and his face towards the uttermost parts of the earth . . and to the end he was never quite in favour al headquarters." Humour with spiritual point ! Less con-

scious to the lad delicious degree was the humour which lurked in the observation that The Church chose James to be Presi-dent because he was a conservative in polity. Thanks to direction from African Secretary there was orderly dispersal from

the crowded church.

Tuesday A Iternoon.—African Secretary

finished up his business wfth despatch,/ after which venerable Bishop of White-chapel gave report on his Homes. Told us more stirring stories of rescue and reclama-tion, instancing amongst other items con-version of " It ain't gonna rain no ma' " into Gospel song. Then interpolation of peculiarly gracious kind by our worthy friend Skipper Robinson. Counted him-self big enough lo confess fault, and

testified that after chat with ox-General Secretary had seen things in different light from yesterday morning, so proffered

apologies. Such grace of humility and

frank manliness touched Conference to generous response. It was not that any unseemliness of expression had escaped

him yesterday, but he fell that his attitude hod been wrong. Primitive Methodism

will esteem her simple-beat Led Skipper

the more for this little _incident. Fol-

lowed up with further evidences of grace. Had been exercised by African Fund

deficiency. Decided to put down £100

himself, and straightway proceeded to stir up his friends, with result that he had to

report total present of £350 to Lhe Fund, and threw out challenge to Conference to do the rest. Announced one contribution as from a brother who wished no name

mentioned, but had often been mistaken

in northern latitudes for Lloyd George.

Conference intrigued by mystery !

Then the heart of African Secretary .log for joy, and almost emitted audible purr

when Chancellor Fletcher promised addi-

tionally the last £50 (making £100 in all)

if the R1,000 could be raised in Conference.

Yet willing to go halves in his good for-

tune with Home Secretary, who, however,

responded with " Thy need is greater than

mine," and suggested 0 to 4 proportion

in Africa's favour. Both Secretaries led

the way for further practical response, and

President beamingly invited substantial

testimony meeting. Conference resgonded

well, Dunford from Zummerrel opening

clients, while a De(a)d-man gave generous evidence of life, and from. Shrewsbury .me a good Lit COW. Then on suggestion

of extension of time various donors offered to e double," and when Confer-

ence paused to take breath the £770 mark

The Deed Poll Vete'. had been reached. African Secretary mur-mured his satisfaction, observing that he

could put this start to good account. President alarmed to see him gloating over crackle of a note of aristocratic de-nomination, and announced with dry

humour that we would now " proceed to business.,

" Business " (as distinct from pleasure) resumed with ballot for Y.P. Missionary Secretary, prefaced by withdrawal of one of three candidates, and regarded as fore-g° ne conclusion once more. Thanks to

C. F. Gill for excellent work ill this office. Nominations for Missionary Committee came thick and fast until Book Steward, sweating already under stress of weather, " as a Scrutineer moved nominations close. Declaration of poll for Y.P. Secre-tary, as anticipated, gave position to C. P. Groves by large majority. African Secre-tary presented Report of Missionary Com-mittee, accenting the wonder of Nigeria, the unexhausted munificence of God's Druggist Cale., the "splendid advocacy of the Leader, and the presidential inspira-tion of J. T. B. Passed on to Balance-sheet, pointed out actual deficit and mg-petted self-taxation in luxuries such as bogey and (ladies') hats. J. T. B. stressed grave menace of disaster in two years. time unless special response meets present challenge. Northern Nightingale pleaded industrial situation, and Pritchard of Adadia assured Confer.ce of missionaries'

economy. Ex-V.-P. Gerrard from platform intro-

duced his proposals to deal practically and

aystematically with situation and definitely accept the challenge. Joe Br.rley anxious that Conference should realise what It means. H. J. T. suggested circuit collections of o penny per head per months Mrs. Gammage of London First

offered special service towards raising the extra £10,000 needed. Freeman Johnson urged self-denial and offered his own ex-ample, naively adding, "1 smoke, but let other people pay for it." Moses Bourne esteemed self-denial the true line of approach, and suggested keeping Passion

Week as Self-Denial Week. Etherton Blake wanted co-ordination of various Missionary Funds, and advised to chal-lenge young people of our Churches. Resolutions expressing gratitude for past

blessing and for Okpoto opening. At 5 p.m. General Secretary begged delegates

to "sit light " for fifteen minutes more,

to despatch Home Missions business. Home Secretary under self-denying

ordinance pushed through his Balance Sheet, Suslentation Fund Report, While Loan Fund, and Norman Bequest Fund

affairs, and tfrouple of resolutions on Ex-tension and Army work, and benignantly

released us for tea„

In Memory of Dr. Dalton. The Conference adjourned its session at

11.45 on Wednesday morning to allow the delegates and visitors to attend the memorial service for Dr. Edwin Dalton, held outside St. John's-road Church. There was a great concourse of sympathising friends, and the service was very reverently conducted by the President of Conference (Rev. Jas. Lock-hart). He was supported by -the Vice. President (Aid. W. E. Morse), and practi. cally all the Connesional officials. The Mayor of Scarborough (Ald..,W. Doves, J.1".) end the local ministers all attended. After the hymn, " Thou Shepherd of Israel," a tender and beautiful prayer was offered by Rev. H. J. Taylor, giving humble thanks to God! for the life and labours of the departed and praying for comforting grace to the relatives. By special request, "Jesus shall reign ", was sung, and after the Benediction the Doxology brought the brief service to an end. TM Conference greet!y appreciated the oppor- tunity of paying

and successful tso.,111.:

memory gurachd. devoted

Glasgow Garden Party. . --

Great Gathering at "Hointwoode, Timt Scottish Primitive Methodism is not a

spent force, despite certain decreases of mem-

bership, was tnade,evident on Saturday;

when, at the invitation of Mrs. James Gray, nearly 600 friends found their way te " Holmwood," Cathcart, the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Gray, for a missionary garden

pmty. IL coos a gloticus day, the sunshine being tempered by a welcome breeze, and the grounds looking their best after a good rain on the previous evening. Every provision

at made for the comfort of the guests, and many devices were adopted to add to the financial result of the effort. The Pollok-

shows Burgh Brass Band discoursed music during that day, and concerts in the drawing-

room were attended by large audiences. Mr. Andrew Stewart, J.P., presided over the opening ceremonies, which were also taken part in by Mr. Gray and by Mrs. Feather-stone (vice.president of the District Women's Missionary Federation), who gave a charming speech. Mr. T. Robinson, J.P., of Hurlet, was again able to be present and was greeted with gladden by many friends. It was the fourth occasion of a similar gathering at

Flolmwood," and these events have serval the purpose of a District rally of a social kind, friends from various churches meeting and greeting one another as is possible at no other function throughout theyear. But the main thought is that of stimulating the mis-sionary revenue, and last year's total of £95 is expee.d to be surpassed this year. The Distnet and the MissionarrSociety owe very much to Mr. and Mrs. Gray, who not only pe r grounds and give a large amount

of perlsobenal servi., but who entertain at their own coot the hundreds of guests. Their enthusiasm and generosity are most commend-able. May they be long spored to repeat such invitations. for many years to come I

Christian Social Union. The annual tea and meeting of the C.O.D.

were held in the Grand Hotel, Scarborough,

on Thursday. The attendance was smaller

than usual, probably owing to the fact that Conference Committees sat late. Rev. S. Rowley presided. The various reports sob-milled showed that the movement continued to grow, and that Me " Witness." in its en-larged form, ia greatly appreciated by an increasing circle of readers. The following officers sere elected for next year:—Preen. dent, Prof. A. Lee, M.A.; Vice-President, Rev. B. Rowley, Editor, Rev. T. A. Thomp-son, B.Sc.; General Secretary, Rev. J. T. Ball; Organising Secretary, Rev. A. Mac-Donald; Financial Secretary, Rev. R. L. A. Tingle, B.Sc.; Treasurer. Mr. A. B. Hillis The eight. members of the Council were elected as follows:—Mr. J. Langstaff, Revs. E. B. Storr, E. H. Pitt wood, P. M. Hoyle, T. W. Bente, J. Morrison, J. C. Mentripp and E. D. Pigott. It wee decided to invite

Mr. J. W. Taylor and Ald. W. E. Morse,

J.P., to become Honorary Vice-Presidents.

At the- invitation of Rev. W. Scales, the first Council meeting will be held in Hull. Warm thanks were expressed to Revs. E. B. Stow, E. H. Pittwood, J. G. Soulsby and Mc. J. Longstajf, all of whom have retired from office this year, and to Re, J. J. Parlow for the splendid arrangements made for the

anneal tea and meeting.

Swindon 81SPOld.—Ilev. Joseph Squire,

of Slough, hoe again visited Regent-street.

Church, taking three services on Sunday and

giving a lecture on Monday, entitled " Things

Worth Having " the chair being takeh by Mr. F. W. Vincent, supported by Revs. A. B. Wightman and R. Waugh. During the services solos and anthems were effectively rendered, the organist being Mr. A. Barrett. Mr. Saunas was welcomed bymany old and new friends, he hiving been a minister here in 11171 and ordained in this church forty-six

years ago, this being hie ministerial jubilee.

for Bible study, elementary hygiene, sewing and home management. These had not been initiated without struggle, but, despite all opposing efforts, a membership of 2,000 women and girls had been secured, and the men were beginning to appreciate the differ. mace in their homes and garments and even to help is making the home more cheerful and inviting. The women had shown courage and determination, and had often suffered great penalties, but they were coining into their own. The third picture was a dream of the future, and that picture cannot be completed without a hospital and an institute for girls. TI.se two are essential if much of the labour that has been put in is not to be in vain. Miss Leggett put in a special plea for £1,000 for the Girt& Institute to help her dreams come true.

Mrs. Harding introduced the new Presi-dent of • the Federation, Mrs. A. L. Humphries, in a few choice words, to which Mrs. Humphries replied. 'And then Mrs. Cull gave the financial statement for the Dis. trict, which amounted to more than £215. Mrs. Proud supplemented this with the pro-ceeds for the afternoon. and the grand total exceeded £691. Scarborough has shown courage and initiative, an& we cordially say, " Well done!"

MR. DAVID BAGNALL.

A Remarkable Record. " Wednesbury's Grand Old Man " was the

name given to Mr. David Hagnall in the local Press. and worthily was it deserved and sus-tained. Few tam will have such a record. For eighly•nine years he was associated with our Church, having joined the infant class at Brierley Hill in 11366. He has been a member of Lea Brook Church, Wednesbury, for seventy-four years, Sunday-school suporin• to:indent siaty•six years, leader of You, Women's Hible.elass fifty years, class lead., for forty years. During the whole of his Sunday.school life he was only late once, and on that occasion he delayed to persuade another man to attend. At mom years of age he went to work in the ironworks, had very little education, but by sheer hard'work he climbed the latfder of life, developed his talents, and was honoured in civic life by being elected on the Wednesbury School Board for thirty years, and for several years was a member of the Staffordshire County Council His ninetieth birthday was the occasion of a great gathering at Lea Brook Church, when, surrounded by old friends and former workers, he witnessed the unveiling in his own church of a tablet to commemorate his long association with it.

A liberal in politics and a sturdy Free Churchman, he has fought in many a battle for libertybut in all conflicts he has won the respect of his opponents. He always refused on principle to pay tithes, and took a promi-nent part in the Passive Resistance under the leadership of Dr. Clifford. He served nobly the cause of temperance and peace. In a personal letter the Mayor of Wednesbury wrote " I have known yea practically rill my life, and well remember the keen and active interest which you evinced in educa-tional administration. In addition, your life• long activities are closely interwoven with the progressive development of the borough, and you have ever been held in the highest esteem by the community generally. In the evening time of your life it will cheer you to know that your public work has Wen greatly appreciated by your associates." The manager of a large ironworks in the Midlands wrote •' How could I manage all the workpeople for whom I am responsible if it were not for my early training and association with men like your- self. You are my pattern, my ideal. Your life has enriched mine to all the noble pur- pose of which it has been capable." After attending the Sunday-school anniversary hi Lea Brook on Sunday, May 10th, he received a stroke which culminated in his death un Friday. June 19th. Up to the last ho mentally alert, and possessed o wonderful constitution. He was always gratefully proud of having given two sons to our minis. try, and that one of his daughters was the wife of soother minister of our Church. His life's work will remain in his widespread in-fluence in the Black Country and with many who have gone to other lands.

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Women's Missionary Federation. SOME NIGERIAN " PICTURES."

GREAT CONFERENCE GATHERING.

sponsible in no small degree for attracting the largest host of women that has visited a

The Queen of Watering Places was re-

Conference town. They came from the four quarters of the land, not in single spies, but in battalions, to support the claims of mis-sionary work and to gain new inspiration and impetus for their work in less salubrious places. On Tuesday they crowded the beau- tiful old St. Sepulchre-street Church. It was a colourful audience, with here and there a sombre tone, where mere man lent a little necessary shading to the glowing picture.

Under the presidency of Mrs. A. E. Harding, of Swindon, and with M. H. L. Taylor, of Grimsby, as Vice-President, the

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ladies and also Lott. General Secretary of the Federation, Mrs. E. 14. Brown, by three tiny tots, Ileen Goldthorpe, Joyce Cull and Billy Bishell, all, by the way, ministers' bairns, added soother interesting note to the colour scheme. The President rejoiced in the completion of another aucoessfal year for the Federation, but added significantly that the Foreign Missionary Secretary was still await-ing the extra 210,000 for which he had appealed. All were urged to do just a little more so that the dreams for the future, which missionaries so often revealed in their correspondence, might be realised.

Mrs. Lenty gave the secretary's report for Mrs. Brown, who, though present, was not equal to lake her work. This revealed an increase of thirty•four branches, 2,247 members, and over £1,030, an encouraging report indeed. IL paid special tribute to the Scarborough ladies who had worked so whole-heartedly for the success of that day.

Mrs. Smelt sang a negro spiritual " Nobody knows the trouble I've seen," very effectively, after which Rev. J. B. Hardy, M.A., of Nigeria, gave the story of the Csuakoli Insti-tute. a story of wonderful progress and re-markable scholastic achievement. There has been an Institute at Oron for Efic boys for eighteen years, but not until two and a half years ago was the Usuakoli Institute opened for the Ibo speaking lads. A staff of five teachers and twenty-four scholars had increased in that short period to ten teachers and one hundred and forty boys. The school had been brought under Government inspec-tion and had received Government assistance to the amount of £240, 75 per cent. of the bop baying passed the required test. This was the first educational grant received by Primitive Methodism in Nigeria. The standard of education was much the same as in this country, but as all the tuition was given through the medium of English it was a much more formidable thing to the native. Mr. Hardy proceeded to give the mathe-matical examination paper, for which one Um boy had received 100 per cent. marks.

A story written by ,one of the students revealed a large amount of imaginative power, while a letter of sympathy displayed the command and ease gained io the use of the English tongue. Hygiene had also been taught with muchpractical effect. The 140 scholars represented 100 villages and 170,000 people. In due course the students would return to spread knowledge among their own people. The Institute staff laid great stress on hard work and recreation. They lattglit the Ibo to play the game. They were trete-img boys for all walks of life, so that they might permeate their own society. The Con-nexional Sunday-school Scripture Ermine. Lion had been taken by seventy-seven boys. All had passed, only two coming sot in the second class, while thirty.five had passed first class with honours. The great object of their work w not only to teach. the Bible, as but every part 'of the educational system roust have the seal of Jesus upon it. He will save Afrire and make her fit to stand side by side with the nations of the world.

Before calling upon Miss Leggett to speak, the vice-president, Mrs. Taylor, said that missionary work was full of fascination, and it thrilled her' to hear of the success of the work in Nigeria.

Miss Leggett, fresh from the field, had a great reception. She has a strong person-afity-" the strong white Ma" is she not called! Strength and gentleness commingle n her nature, and she can plead for the

women of Nigeria with an insistence and in-tensity of feeling which will keep pressing their claims when she has returned to her beloved work. Throe pictures she drew for us the first of the conditions she found in Nigeria on her first term, much of which had le be spent in medical work. She hod

Br1.51.-The annual gerden meeting was found children rotten with disease; old held at " Restholme," Southville, by kind women, no longer able to work, left to die in invitation of Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Sampson.

hovels, and pathetic.faced, middle-aged women, whose place in the home had been A 14!•Tv'Tn'Thp17fiefcri!'"Pv7,70h17;rnddti taken by younger wives, made to fetch and J. carry. 'Women and girls had been wilfully was given by Re, G. P. Cammish. The mis• derned all facilities of -education, so that sionary letter was read by Miss Oates. The they might remain mere chattels. The musical items included solos and a pianoforte second picture she had brought straight from duet. Refreshments were kindly provided by the field-a remarkable contrast. In thirty- our host and hostess. A very enjoyable time nine towns women's classes had been formed was experienced.

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CONFERENCE MONDAY.

A transcendent moaning. A sky as blue as that of Italy. A sun as radiant as ever shone in any part of the world. The air shimmering like line spun silk. The sort of morning that a radiant soul would choose to embark upon the great. adven-ture of greeting the unseen, especially if a long day of glorious work, gloriously done, had preceded it. And as we gather this monaiug We are told that Dr. Dalton has laid aside that -which was mortal and gone to be with God. We are all so stricken that we can only remain dumb. And yet, even before the numbness caused by the violence of the stroke has passed, we are feeling that such a passing is a wonderful ending to a unique life, The President has said the right. word, the Rev. R. Harrison and MI-. Bourne have led us in prayer—and now, as in the midst of life we are in death, we get to work.

Our "public question this morning is Gambling. Hermon F. Johnson moves

the resolution. He does it well. Mr. Johnson is marshalling himself well—getting into his stride, so to-speak—and he is coming to be a force to be reckoned with. Mr. Jubb seconds the resolution and Mr. Barkby rouses the Conference to a warm assent when he exhorts the Church to keep its own hands clean. Mr. Leach calls attention to the way hospitals are being financed, and Mrs, Ward tells of a railway experience that gave her furiously to think. Axood result of the discussion is that Lhe resolution is to be printed and displayed is our Sunday-schools and church vestibules.

• - • • The domestic life of the President is

being exposed. He is exposing it himself. He is telling us of his privilege in having David Cooke as his colleague. Mr. Cooke is being thanked for his address at the memorial service on Saturday, and con-gratulated on his appointment as Secre-tary of the Candidates' Examining Com-mittee. Mr. Cooke in his reply, choicely phrased and quietly spoken, leaves Lhe Conference under no doubt that his privi-lege of being the President's colleague car-ries with it a responsibility—a point over which the Conference chuckles with great amusement. The President is not with-out his retort, and lets the Conference into a secret of the early hours when the new C,onnexional official roused him from his slumbers by singing " .lesus knows all about our struggles." It has been whis-pered to me that Mr. Cooke Orst. tried "Christians awake," but that evoked no response.

• • • Orphanage matters are under review.

The question of Sir Thomas Itobinson's continuance as Treasurer must be faced, as Sir Thomas is feeling the necessity for retirement. Then there is the question of broadening the basis of the appeal so as to include within it such work as is being done for friendless boys and girls at Whilechapel end the Brudenell Road Home in Leeds. There is a sharp division of opinion—Mr. Hillis and Mr. Hirst being opposed to the official view which has been support.' by such a competent authority as Joseph Johnson. Mr. Ross, the Orphanage Secretary, has staled the case with marked lucidity, and Sir Thomas is now defending the Commit. tee's recommendation.

• • • Mr. Barkby has taken up the cudgels

strongly in favour of the position favoured by Mr. Hillis and Mr. Hirst, and judging from the reception given to his speech, the Conference is in agreement. Mr. Armitage would have the matter re-ferred to the General Committee and the Synods, and on a close vole it is decided to do that. • • •

The church is crowded. Wonder of wonders that on such a (lay, when earth, and air, and sky, and sea are to eloquent of appeal, that any should desire to sit ha discomfort within a building, however well ventilated or cushioned. On the floor of the house the discomforts are in-creased by the banging of the doors and the talking in the vestibule. The local ministers are urged by the Vice-President to put their heads together to see if they can effect a reform. They do so, and Lhe nuisance is ahated.

• • • We hove had a mixed discussion on the

proposal from the Manchester District in relation

to a Ministers' Benevolent Fund.

We have had a little breeze, Loo—several

DAY BY DAY. tweezes, in fact. We've kept very good. tempered through them all. One or two speakers got hot on the bearings with regard to such soul-shaking matters en points of order, but them was no doubt that the Conference was on the side of the chair. The upshot of the prolonged debate was that the Manchester sugges-tion is to lae sifted by a committee.

NIOSDAY Arrest... The great afternoon is over, and we have

made history for Methodism. In spite of the brilliant attractiveness of the sea and the moors, the church was crowded. And in spite of the feel that there was a minority representation in evidence, there could be no gelling away from the fact that the vast majority present were in favour of the Union. Nothing but praise can he given for the temper of the pro-ceedings. There was good feeling throughout, and a pronounced desire to give the opposition the fullest expression. I did not think that Mr. Horton had as good a time as he usually has on these occasions. I thought, too, that he marred his speech by one or two unnecessary allusions. Dr. Peake was very good, and so was Mr. Bourne. Both men knew what they wanted to say, how they wanted to

and why, and they said it effec-tively.

• • • I do not know yet how to characterise

the speeches made in opposition. I ant still less able to understand the stale of mind of its principal spokesmen. I know Usher and Barker well, and esteem them highly both for the character they bear and the brain power they possess. I con-fess that I hoped they would distinguish themselves by making a clear, cogent and arresting' argument, bad they failed Is dd that. They must have felt how puny their force was when compared with the host they opposed, but that (lid not appear to affect their nerves, nor those of their friends. Besides their speeches were care-fully prepared. Nor did their speeches lose effectiveness because they were young and comparatively unknown men who were making them. The Conference was finely chivalrous in its reception of what they had to say, lout the speeches lacked drive and grip and cohesion.

• •

TUESDAY.

We are behind with business, so in order to give the Sunday-school a fair chance, for it was crowded out yesterday, we are not reading the Journal nor con-sidering Lhe public question. The mis-sionary secretaries, with their usual courtesy, have consented to the delay of their business, and M. Palmer is in the tribune setting out for our consideration Lhe joys and regrets he has experienced during the year. These have to do with Lhe success that has attended his efforts and the decreases he has to report. These he is discussing with his usual acumen and suggests the remedy. Next he deals with the requests he lass to make, and spends his final three minutes in talking about the Jubilee Fund.

r • • It is always a thrilling moment when

our returned missionaries mount. the platform to be welcomed by the Confer-ence. They are doing this now. Mr. Hirst reads out their names, and they Stand to be cheered—a not very enviable thing to have to do. Mr. Benham replies for Nigeria. He does it very briefly and invites Lho President to Lhe Nigerian Synod. The President offers to be pre-sent in spirit. Mr. Stamp replies for Central Africa in a short speech marked by modesty and sincerity. bliss Elkins i9

spokeswoman for the women, and rejoices in the work that has been done and the

In the subsequent debate the opposition was worse served than those friendly to Union—if it can' be call.] a debate. A time limit of five minutes is fatal .10 all except those practised in debate, and few of those who ascended the rostrum could he called that. I con well believe that the leaders of the opposition felt" something approaching despair as some of their champions shot their bolt. I noticed that one of the strongest lawn on the floor of the house (lid not - vole—but he did not speak against Union. I imagine he repre-mots a large section of those who cannot vote for it. They cannot vote against it nor speck against it. That means that some of those who' do both carry little weight.

THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER. 421 Juin 25, 1925

prospect (hat lies ahead. We adjourn for Ile missionary sermon.

Our platform has been a very restrained one so far. This afternoon being Missionary Day, Mr. Hirst and Mr. Ward are to have their innings. We are very few as the Preside. OWNS ll,e session, hm the, are enough of to to thank Mr. 31a,N, for his sermon; and now Air. Jackson is discours-ing on Whitechapet. He is telling a most exhilarating story it a manner that betrays no sign of increasing age or wan-ing power. and the Conference congratto• bates him very heartily on the sound position of the finances of his under. takings.

• • 6

An incident entirely to the heart of the Conference has just ended. Sir Thomas Robinson has explained that the mis-understanding under which he laboured yesterday has been cleared away, and so far as he is concerned things go on as they were. The Conference by its rousing welcome to this announcement assures Sir Thomas of Its hearty gladness aL such a happy besult.

• • •

We have drilled into the making of an appeal for a thousand pounds. Sir Thomas has started us off. He told to of n little effort of his own to wipe off some-thing from the deficiency in the mis-sionary exchequer which had brought in £460. That hosted to the making of chal-lenges, and of promises, and at the ',toment we are well on the way toward MO. The President calls it the Extension Fund.

• • •

We are wading through. We have voted for the Secretary of the Young. People's Missionary Department; we have thanked the Rev. F. C. Gill, the retiring Secretary, and now we are giving the Scrutineers more work by voting for the !Missionary Committee. There are not many absentee delegates, but the galleries are very sparsely occupied. The Women's Meeting will account for that. The Scrutineers have just announced that Rev. C. P. Groves, B.D., is to succeed Mr. Gill.

• • •

Reports can be very dry, and an after-noon tendency to somnolence converted int° shomber, unless the report be such as that which our Foreign Missions Secretary is giving us. .- He cannot deal with it except sketchily, touching the peaks, so to speak, but he says enough to convince us Thal he is desperately in earnest about this onaller. of our African Missions. Ile blends for the money that is absolutely necessary if we are not to withdraw from positions of unique opportunity. Mr. Barkby, who roust be listened to as an expert in these matters, gives it to us as his considered judgment that unless we raise a great deal snore money than we do now we shall be face to face with disaster in two years. He shakes our souls by this prediction, but he comforts of by telling US that we can and must rise to the task.

• • •

Mr. Nightingale offers a crumb of com-fort. to Mr. Hirst by reminding him of trade depression, but Mr. Hirst says that the most depressed areas have maintained their returns. Mr. Pritchard calls atten-tion -to the stern fact that economy is rigorously practised on the mission field as well as at home. Then, in order that more time might be given to the con-sideration of finance, Mr. Ward graciously offers to waive his claim on Conference time, and Mr. Gerrard presents his resolu-tions, which will be found elsewhere. A most interesting discussion is resulting which should be read.

• • •

It is live o'clock, lout we are behind with business, so . we pass a self-denying ordinance and are continuing to sit uootil 5.15. Mr. Ward is booming Advance, presenting reports, and beguiling a jaded and unresponsive Conference to pass reso- lutions without question. The Confer- ence feels perfectly safe in Mr. Ward's hands. He gives the impression'of know-ing his business, of being scrupulously fair, and of telling the whole of the truth. So we trust him and let hitn get -on.

• • .- WEDNESD4Y, JUNE 17ns.

We are thinning out this morning. Thal is not to be wondered al. The delegates have been wonderfully loyal, but some of them are not to be blamed if the point of

saturation has been reached. And yet most of them are here. IL is the gallery that shows signs of flagging interest. Probably the agenda for Lhe day is not attractive. It is difficult to come down to rake and milk after the more highly spiced viands of preceding days.

Our first business is a " public ques-tion "-Sabbath observance, Mr. Walter Smith, of Hull, is introducing it. We hope to see Mr. Smith al future Confer-ences. He made 0010 of the brightest con-tributions to the debate on Methodist Union. He is speaking now in his quiet, convincing way on this important matter, reminding us of our precious heritage, and that We need to be more careful about preserving and enriching it than some of to are. There is nothing of the tub. thunrper about 111r. Smith. lie can be serious without being stodgy. Hull Dis-trict should make it possible for bim to join the band of younger laymen who are in the inner councils of our Church.

• • •

One of the President's griefs is that his occupancy of the chair should be marred by such a heavy mortality among Con-nexional officials. He is addressing the Rev. R. W. B. Whileway as a dear and valued friend, who at a Lime of great diffi-culty has served the interests of the SALW. and 0. Fund with marked ability and devotion. Mr. Whiteway presents his report, is thanked for his live years' work, and making his final bow in reply, joins the ranks of the deposed. There i5 an occasional outcry against these votes of thanks. Well, well. These servants of ours do a tremendous amount of hard work, and to say " Thank you when it has been well done is maybe asking too much.

• • •

No election for a committee attracts quite the same attention as that for the Missionary Committee. There are ten vacancies and more than twice, as many nominations. There will be some casual-ties, and the old Members who are flung upon lbe ballot are wondering whether

• they will survive the vote. Half of them do, but live of them are " dropped." The dropped five will grin and say : "Well, somebody dropped out to make room for in, IL's my turn now, and-well, it's the way of the world." At least they'll say that if they haven't become a slave to the committee habil. If they, have fallen victim to that terrible malady then a merciful Providence is al work.

• • •

We are waking up now. One of the floated " ticks " has come into port and is to be overhauled. RCN'. T. Lloyd Page is concerned that all men without pastoral charge should hononr Connexional obliga-tions, as do those who are in circuit work. He has no desire to stop men working where they are, but Mr. Collett thinks we could do very well with them back in the ministry. Mr. Hillis presents the broader view. He claims that we are responsible for the emergence of some of the insti-tutions these men are serving, and that. it is right that WC should help the staff there. H. J. Taylor reinarks that the men can be spared, and should be spared, not to make more money, as one of them at boot will make less, but in bloc interests of the wider ministry.

We are gelling wide of the mark set by Mr. Page Rev. John Hall recalls to to that, and suggests an actuarial valuation to meet the case all round. But we are off the mark again with Mr. Bourne, who, with Mr. Hillis, insists that. we must take the broad view, although he thinks that all the cases are not equally sound in their claims to he exempted from pastoral duty. Dr. Peake lakes up the cudgels in favour of Mr. Bourne's exception, and the •' lick," in another form, is set afloat once more, to be towed into the General Committee dry-dock, where it is to he re-fitted for next Conference.

• • •

The new London Extension Scheme is prowl., that it possesses a most capacious man. It has swallowed at - one gulp the London Commission of the London Chapel and School Extension Fend. Clara Ilallam and Joseph Johnson have been thanked for their services, and the latter has told us that Holborn Hall has had a good year. Out of many nomina-tions the Row elected to attend Con-!menet DCA year are Revs. G. Arinitage, E. -McLellan, Dr. Peake arid Alderman W. Boyes.

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Ile, Sam Rowley has had to wait a long link for his innings, but he is of the wicket now and putting his shoulders into his batting. The bowling is good and as the pitch is perfect and to the halsmaa's taste, he is scoring boundaries. He is witty and pathetic, caustic and appealing in turn, and the conversation that follows is spirited and full of interest. There is general feeling that more eMcient workers ere needed to give our temperance work iife and grip. Opinion

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422 THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST 'LEADER: JUNE 25, 1925

shout the appointment of a full-time Temperance Secretary swings 'haltingly. Rm. W. ft. Wilkinson thinks that the need has been met Ly the special arrange-ment made which gives the present secre-tary extra facilities, and that this arrange-ment should be given a fair trial. We send the proposed legiqation down to the ;Synods without prejudice.

• • Our Home Missionary Secretary, Rev.

(W. J. Ward, hase't had a chance to out-line and expound his Home Missionary policy. This is a pity, as he has a policy .refailly worked out and which, pre-Dented as Mr. Ward would have presented it, would have been .resting and con-aiming. As it is be presents many re-ports—General Chapel Fund, While Loan Fund, etc., and them are received. What we had hoped to gel, and what we hope will be given next year, is the kind of report of his own special work such as he gave to the last meeting of the General Missionary Cotrunittee. We cannot afford to let this work slip into the bactsgeound as it has done this year.

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We have come to the last day of the least. There are more vacancies at the tables now. The. galleries tare nearly empty. After a resolution condemning the publication of the sordid details of sensational cases in the Press, proposed in a neat and well-phrased speech by Rev. R. B. Goodwin, we settle down to our last battle with stationing. Whilst we are doing this one or too omissions from this record may be gathered in.

• e The Headmaster of Bourne College, Mr.

T. J. Stewart Hopson, B.A., in presenting his report, told a most interesting story of the African boy Daniel Ekpo Hassey, who had spent two years at Bourne. This boy, Mr. Hooson informed Os, had re-turned to Media and was living again in his native compound. IL conjured up a yield contrast between Birmingham and Adadia, and made us wonder how the ex-perime,nl would pan out. This is certain. if he is like other Bourne boys be will cherish in his heart a great love for Mr. Hopson, for Mr. Hopson is one of the best-

'loyed schoolmasters in Britain. e •

This Conference has been notable for the number of new and young men who have impressed their brethren by their ability. Rev. David Cooke, by his speech on Spiritual Advance, and by the address on our deceased ministers, has W011 the wide recognition of gifts which were well known by all familiar wills his powers. Others who on the floor of the House and in the Stationing Committee have given proof of the good sluff that is in them are the Revs. J. J. Cook, T. Greener Gardner, II. F. Johnson, R. K. Spedding, R. B. Goodwin, C. Spivey, L. H. Wood, F. E. Blake, E, D. Pigott, and I.. Wareham. Ilk does not mean that all were agreed with what them brethren had to say. That isn't the point. They all proved that they were competent to state a case, and as many of them weteat their first Con-ference, their performances were greatly to their credit.

• • • The platform is worthy of the highest

praise. The President and Vice-President have been models of what moll high dig- nitaries should he. The General Secre- tary has won his spurs, and the Station-ing Committee gave him a great cheer at the end of " Second Stations." The " old hands " have been markedly silent, rarely intervening, and never other than briefly. We have had glorious weather, great good humour, and a fine sense of fellowship. Those who have been fortunate enough to be delegates to Scarborough will return to their homes feeling that they have been at a feast of good things, and the memory will be a cherished one as long as they live.

e • * As for this scribe, he feels it to have

been a great privilege lo set down in this wise these notes. He hopes they have con-veyed a little of what others have known more intimately, and that the reader will realise something . of the atmosphere in which the crowded days have been spent. He lays his pen down with a sigh of relief, and is grateful that Manchester is a full

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AS APPOINTED Tundall Dietaries. Tunstall—Ernest Barrett, M.A. (Leeds),

Joseph R. Smith, John Cope, sup. Ramsor—William H. Paulson, Tom Morrie. Nantwich and Berland—Joseph Pear. (2),

Bernard M. Shepherd. Congleton—Herbert Simper. Leek—William H. Richardson. • Newcastleunder.Lyme—Albert Altree. Sendbach—Henry Stratton. Whitchurch--Frederiek W. Henshall, John

Maley, William Hall, sup. Stafford—Frederick A. Ingham, Lay Agent,

Thom. Clamp, sup. Hanley—Harry Rhead, A. Jackson Smith,

Wins ford—Edward A. Steen. Market Drayton—Richard W. Burnett: Talkie—Frank U. Hull, John. A. McCain,

Abel Taylor, anpp. Cheadle—henry Preston. Silverdale—Wilfred J. Peatfield. Crewe First—George Faulkner. Crewe Second—Richard H. Auty, Richard

Shepherd. Biddulph—William C. Tracks, Lay 'Agent. Stoke and Longton—George Featonhy, Irene

G. Wall. Tarporley—James W. Trevvett, John W.

Lancaster, sup. Burslem—John Wilson (2). Nottioghwo District. Nottingham First—Canaan Church (Broad

Morale), William E. Robson. Nottingham Second (Hockley) — Walter

Tunley. Nottingham Third (Forest•road, W.)—

George A. Howard, Christopher Time, sup. Nottingham Fourth (Mayfield • grove)—

Arthur G. Gray, Harold Wright, John Dann sup.

Nottieiham Fifth (Blue Dell Hill)— George E. Wiles,

Nottiegham Sixth (Boswell)—William G. Rutherford.

Loughborough—Charles F. Gill, William G. Fielder.

Belper—George W. King _ (2). Borton•on•Trent First (Mosley-streeli—John

Graham (2). Horton-on-Trent Second (Queen-street)—

Arthur J. Herod. Barton-on-Trent Third (Parker•street)—

Albert Pearson, Samuel Minchar, sup. Ashby•de•la.Zouch—William Hughes, Many

Sheen, sup. Slmford—Herbert Allen. Leicester First (Belgrave-gate)—T. Herbert

Barlow, Thomas Ladlay. Leicester Second (Hinckley-road)—Frank

Holmes, Wilfrid S. C. Leach, Wilfrid S. Hinchliffe, James Kirby, William Barton (2), Frederick Pickett, sup. •

Leicester Third (Curzon-street) — Arthur Jubb, George Fairfoot.

Leicester Fourth (Cleve.:Int-street, Del. gravel—George W. Headley, James L. Pritchard

Mansfield—Alexander Jackson, George R. Trussell.

Ilkeston—Henry Fox. Bottesford—James G. Holley. Derby First (Traffie-street)—W. Welter

Goldshaw, John C. Wenn, sap. Derby Second (Kedleston-street)—Herbert S.

Millward, C. Leonard Tudor. Derby Third (Central Church)—John Brad-

bury. Derby Fourth (Dalemad)—William Chap-

man. Melton and Oakham—Thomas P. Mayhew.

Norman 0. Burndred, Joseph Barton, sap. Hinckley—Harry Ross, Herbert Booth. Wirksworth and Winster—Walter Fisher.

i'l■tf‘op,lelyrt7WPIbe'r7, Green.

Chessam, William Newns, sup.

Grantham—Alfred Parkin, William Tingle,

Church Greeley—Joseph Pearce (1), Jam.

S BeInTi il ven M. Collins. Rugby—R. Newman Wyeherley. Kimberley—Matthew H. Bainton. Ashbourne—John Holmes, J. Parker Mineola,

Lc117. Eaton—Thomas Cook, G. Arthur Morgan,• Timothy . Archer, sup., Rob,. W. B. Whiteway, sup.

Coalville—Edward W. Pape, William Hill-cross.

Hucknell—William Thompsori. Sutton and Kirkby—T. Johns Martin, Edgar

Trevvett. Nuneiton--11. Ward Matthews,

Hal District. Hull First (Jubilee)—T. Herbert Kedward,

William Jacques, Robert Harrison, aup. Hull Second (Jarrett etrmg — Willines

Swale., Charles Jennings, Frank C. Soule, William Shipley, sup. ,

Hull Third (Holderness•road)—Arthor Ben-ham, Raymond Taunton, Reginald Caw-theme.

Hull Fourth (Thornton - street) — Thomas Bullock, W. Francis Clalow, John S. Brach-

ia' With (St. Georges•road)—Percival Tomlinson, George H. Ireland, M.A. (Cantab). Frederick R. Andrews, aap.

Mann, Leonard Jones. Portobello Branch—J, Wilfrid Jenkinson. Hull Seventh (Lambert-strmg—Hermon F.

Johnson, Lawrence Robinson. Hull Eighth (Anlaby-roadl—Arthrir Wood. Pocklington—William Leech, Cyril W.

Durgin. Swinefieet—Alfred Poulson. Drillield—John H. Robertshaw, Joseph J.

Hodson, M.A. (Dante), C. Randal t (Lay

Bridlington—Fred H. Edwards, Benjamin Oliver, Alfred J. Bull, sup.

Patrington—Benjamin Wilson, H. Mum Wilson, Frederick Ash, sup.

North Cave—Herold H. Woodward, M.C. Horiasea=Albert C. Williman, Claud

Williamson. Selby—Jamie A. Sheen, Horace Bailey. Filey—William Moore, Castle Ross, sap.,

Emerson Phillipson, sop. Goole—William Turner (1), Frederick G.

Starling. Howden—Thomas Dow.n. -Beverley—William Woodley.

Sooderlsod sod Newcastle District. Sunderiond First (Cleveland•road)—William

F. Todd Sunderland Second (Tatluun-street)—Jacab

W. Richardson. Sunderland Third (Williamson-terrace)-

William H. Campbell. Smaderland Fourth (Mainsforth•terrace)—

William Dixon. Newcastle First (Central Chordal—William

Younger, William H. Harrison, B.A. (Vic.).

Newcastle Second (51aple.street)—John G. Bowran, E. Barlow Heathy, M.A., B.D. (Vic.).

Newcastle Third (Heaton-road) — Tom Robson, George Davies.

North Shields—James C. Sutcliffe, John W. Swarbrick, KA., S.D. (Vic.), Harry John-son, Henry Pratt, an

South Shields—John T. Gallon, Lancelot Brown, G. Wilfred Taylor.

Hexham—James Gorton, John B. Baylilfe, Joseph Twaddle, sap.

Berwick—O.rge R. Russell, Eyemouth Branch—Herbert Hedges. Durham--George B. Richardson, Alexander

McDonald. Shotley Bridge—Walter Duffield, Hugh A.

Davidson, John Graham (3), Alfred J. Campbell, nip.

Allendale—James Palmer. Gateahead First (Durham-road)—Wilfrid

Howarth, B.A. (Vic.), J. Arthur Smith, Robert Clemitson, sup., William Gelley, atm., J. Phillips Read, sup.

Gateshead Sec ad (Prince Consort-road)-George Ayre, dohs E. Storey.

Heaton—William Brown, William Armstrong. Thoroley—Thomas Dale, H. Victor Surma], Blyth—Irving Graham, John Clennell. Stanley—James S. Nightingale, John W.

Morrow. Lowick—John W. Pegman. Chaster-le-Street—John J. Alderson, George

W. King (1), John E. Lenty, sup. North Sanderland—Thomas H Berryman. Seaton Deleval—John B. Waniess, James E.

Ruston. Burnopfield—Joseph C. Soulsby, J. Joseph

Cook. Houghton • le - Spring — Henry Fletcher,

Staley W. Brown. Jarrow-on-Tyne—Edward W. Challenger,

Arthur Watson. Seaham Harbour—B.tholontew Haddon. Blarion—David J. -nand, Lemangton—Moses Holmes. Aehington—Thomas Barnes, John B. Moore,

Robert Walton, sup. Amble—W. H. Clennell (Lay Agent). Wingate—John S. Francombe. Coshoe—Janes W. Collingw.d. Hordes—Joseph Toyn.

Norwich District. Norwich Fast (Qneen's-road)—Albert E. II.

Tucker. Norwich Second (Dereham•road)—Charles H.

Spivey. • Norwich Third (Scott Memorial)—Percy S.

Carden. Great Yarmouth First (The Temple)—John

Southall, Thomas Glassby. Great Yarmouth Second (Queen's.road)—

Joseph Maland. North Waleham—Henry Bennett, Joshua

EasBere're=i—J. Wesley Homer, William G. Jacobs.

V7angford—Ezra E. W. Ramm, Lay Agent, William J. Sutton (Lay Agent). -

Rockland—Harold W. Pope. Aylaham—Henry W. Marsh. Ipswich and Hadleigh—Black P. Pear.,

William Charlton. Briston—Ceorge Freezer. Colchester —Thomas Thompson, Harold

Hadwen, Lay Agent. Lowestoft and Beccles—Alfred E. Calvert,

Arthur L. Rms.. Wymondham—Eera Sellers, Percy Cadamy,

William L. Spooner, sap. Kelsale—Fresh Kellett.

hisachtsbr District. Hartley College—Principal, Henry 3.

Pickett; Tutors, Arthur S. Peake, M.A. (Oxon.), B.D. - (Vic.), D.D. (Aberdeen) (Oxon.); A. Lewis Humphn., M.A. (Cantab.); W. Lansdell Wardle, M.A. (Cantab.), B.D. (Dublin); Atkinson Lee, MA.. (Cantab.).

Manchester First (New Islington)—Jabee Bell.

Manchester Second (Upper Bross-tang—J. Edwin Woodfield, William Barker, sup.

Manchester Third (Broughton)—Johnstone Dodd.

Blanchester Fourth (Higher Ardwick)— Samuel Parlow, Thomas H. Champion.

Manchester Fifth -)King-street, Stretford)—John W. Sheldon, R. Bingley Hall, Lay Agent.

Manchester Sixth (Great Westermstreeg-F. Sydney Bullough, Herbert Leggate, MC., George Parkin, M.A., B.D.- (Glasgow), eup.

Manchester Seventh (Newton Heath)--J. Lewis Williams.

Manchester Eighth (Pendlebury and Swinton) —Henry Davenport.

Manchester Ninth (Higher Openshaw)— Robert Ferguson, Frank S. Button.

Manchester Tenth (Eccles)—Arthur E. Wilcox.

Blanchester Eleventh (Onsworth and Prest-` with)—Charles Humble. Manchester Twelfth (Chorlton-cumllardy)—

Major Dein Bolton First (Higher Bridge-street)—John

Hodges, Joseph IL Richmond. Bolton Second (Aloor•lane)—Andrew Hodg-

son, Thomas Watkin. Oldham First (Henshaw•strmg—Henry

Meacham, B.A. (Loud.), ALA., B.D. (Vic.). Oldham Second (Lees-road)—Hang Aldridge,

Pere, Holmes. Oldham Third (Bourne-street, Hollinw.d)—

Christopher H. Ratcliffe, Samuel J. Hall. Oldham Fourth (Middleton-road)—Charles

Moore, Joseph fifths, Albert Gibson. Bradwell—Henry Land, John Hancock, sup.,

William H. Mason, eup. New Mills—Stanley Beckley. Stockport .First (Wellington-road)—William

B. B. W. thlbrough, Richard Crewdoon, sap. Stockport' Second (Lan.shire Hill)—Joseph

H. Cretney, Bury First (Walmersley.road) — Thomas

Kynaston„ Abijah Heaton. Bury Second fRadel(ffe)—Matthew Dobinson. Knowlarood (Todmorden)—Gilbert Dash. Rochdale (Smith-street) — T. Greener

Gardner, J. Gordon Webb. Lymm and Altrincham—Walter C. Chrim.,

Martin W. Pinker. Helmshore—Frederick Humble (1). Ilaslingden (Ghee-road)—.Richard H. Quick. Stalybridge—William E. Webley. Northwich—William Davies. Glossop—Thomas Banks, Walter Pedley, sup. Leigh—Charles R. Bower, George Jackson. Bacup—Peter 5fePhatil. Buxton (London-road)—R. Gilbert Cooper. Walkden—George Emmett, George Walmsley,

Samuel G. Cobley. Middleton—George W. Machin, John T.

Collier, map., Thomas A. Brady, sop. Newton and Hyde—John H. Veal. Darwen—F. Etherton Blake. Littleborough—William H. Maxwell. Marple—John Roberta. HeyWood—Benjamin Moore (year's rest), Ed-

win H. W. Ross, B.A. (Vic.). Lowton—Robed H. MacFarlane. Woodley—William Carrier. Harwich—Under care of 1listrict Missionall

Com., Joseph H. Howe. Bollington—Henry L. Heriad. Ashron-under-Lyre—William H. Nicholas. Macclesfield—Herbert HF13,0•9.

Brichworth sad Swindon District. Brinkworth—J. Archibald Tingle, Francis N.

Ormnarell, William Shaw, sup. Newbury—'Thomas Bates, Frank Nand, John

H. Green, sup. Faringdon—Wilfred Harper: Andover—George H. Southall, Lay Agent. Wallingford--George E. Wallace. Banbury—Wm. Turner (3), Percy Tillotson. Aylesbury—George W. Broomhead. Witney—John H. Watkins. Cirencester—Ernest S. Wilson. Oxfoid--Arthur E. Goodall, George Morris

sap., John T. Steed, sop. Malmesbury—Albert BM. Chinnor—William Rose. Chipping Norton—Frederick Day.

ungerford—William J. Smart. Swindon First, (Prospect-place)—William EL

Lawson, Walter H. Kent. Swindon Second (Regent•street)—A. Ramon

Wightman, Robert Waugh. Stewkley—buther Wareham. Hurstbourne Tarrant—George H. Birch.

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Martham—Ernest S. France. Harwich—Ernest W. Harvey. Dias—Albert E. Procter. Sheringham and Holt—Alfred Sutcliffe,

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"TEACIMISaTAUGIIrTRADEDEPT. 4, FLEET LANE, LONDON, E.C. 4.

JUNE 25, 1925

THE PRIMIIIVE METHODIST LEADER. 23

Provincial Circuits. Reading (London-street)—Bert Sage, Harold

Ogden, Harold G. Kelley, Edwin I. De-venish, Sup., Tobias Savage, sup.

Hi h wilinbe—Ernest G. French, Walter

Maidenhead—Daniel Dunn. Canterhury and Whitstable—Shadrach Evans,

Lay Agent, Thomas Stephenson, sup. Silchester—Percy Jackson, James Middleton,

Ramsgate—Joseph Walker, Robert Huddle stone, sup.

Margate—William Dudley, sup. Chatham, Gravesend and Sheerness—J.

Thomas Ridley, George H. Butt, Ernest G. Young, Richard Evans, sup., Charles Lomas, sup.

Chalfont St. Giles—Roland Hind, B.A.

MITelTiLe—John E. Mobley. Windsor—William S. Terry, George Ellis,

sup., Joseph Squires, sup. RedhillJoseph W. Everingham. Worthing and Shoreham—Ernest Vaughan,

Lay Agent, Thomas G. Dyke, sop., George Wood, sup., John Mayles, sup.

Tunbridge Wells—Frederick G. Saville. Bradfield—John W. Fish. Dartford and Northfieet—George Armitage. Dover and Folkestone—Arthur T. Slater,

Charles J. Clarke, Thomas E. Carrell, sop., Alfred Jones, sup.

Wed Panda District. Governor of Bourne College—T. J. Stewart

Hooson, D.A. Darlaston—Ambrose Allcock. Birmingham First (Bristol Hall)—Alfred

Bates., Ralph C. Noble. Birmingham Second (Lord-street)—Alexander

R. Walsham. Handsworth Branch (Rookery-road)—Joseph

Scarlett. Birmingham Third (Regeet-street, Smeth-

wick)—Thomas Hunter. Birmingham Fcrorth (High-street, Belly Oak)

—George Forstner. Isaac Dorricott, sup. Birmingham Fifth (Sparkhill)—James Lock-

hart (President of the Conference), David Cooke, Lay Agent.

Kidderminster--Ch ales R. Vercoe, William H. Grafting,

Bishop's Castle—Ernest E. Fisher. Dudley—Joseph B. Bissell, Joseph Renton,

Lichfield—Enoch Allport, John W. Scott. Coventry First (Ford-street)—Daniel C.

Cooper. Coventry Sekond (Paradise)—Frank Colton. West Bromwich First (Queen•street)—George

Anderson. West Bromwich Second (Mum.street)—John

Andertin. Richard Lush, sup. Brier's, Hill—David M. bowman, Walter B.

Cheshire. Bromsgrove—Matthew Amer. Bilston—Amos Ryder, l'hilip Nome, imp: Wolverhampton First (Lord-street)—Edward

Clements. Wolverhampton Second (Dudley-road)—John

Kinnish. Old Hilt—Ambrose G. A. Lees.

KnightowG. Albert Price. Worcester—J. Squire Wilkinson, William C.

Rose, sup. Willenhall—George Denman. Bloxwich—William Si. Lead. Tipton—William Carr. Cradley Heath—John T. Wilkinson,, B.A.,

B.D. (Vic.). Hasbury and Halesowen—Thomas A. Kelley. Clan—Thomas Hacking, John Diens, sup.,

Leonard Miles, sup. Blackheath and Langley—F. Clifford Taylor.

M.A., B.D. (Vic.). Redditch—Douglas W. Spedding. Walsall—Jacob Walton. Quinton--Charles P. Groves, B.A. (Lund.),

D.D. (Vic.). Oldbury—Robert Cursor). Cannock—Robert K. Siedding. Quarry Dank—Frederick T. Spreadbury.

Scotland. Edinburgh—Frederick W. Atkin. Paisley—Arthur Wilkes. Motherwell—Francis J. Sainty, George Chun,

Joseph Kitson, sup. Glasgow First (Alexandra-parade)—Robert

Robson. Glasgow Second (Parkhead)—Michael Fea-

therstone, Frederick Davies. Glasgow Third (Pollokshows)--Robert L. A.

Tingle, D.Sc. (Leeds). Glasgow Fourth (Whiteinch)—John H.

Maughan. Wishaw First (Caledonian-road) — Walter

Stott. Witham! Second (Shieldmuir)—Sydney Mark

ham. Trenent—Reginald T. Wagstaff. Greenock—William E. Morris. Hamilton—James Clark, William L Jones.

Liverpool District. Liverpool First (Prince's-avenue)—Ffenry J.

Taylor, Enoch Shepherd, sop., John D. Tranmer, sup.

Liverpool Second (Boundary-street)—Robert Robinson.

Liverpool Third (Everlon.road)—Alfred F. Hayden, Frederick Pickering.

Liverpool Fourth (Queen's-road, Bootle)—Will Usher. D.A. (Vic.).

Liverpool Fifth (Aintree)--john II. Johnson, John W. Normandale, sup.

Preston First (Soul.streetl—James Grant. Preston Second (Fylde-road)—James Dickin-

son. Preston Third (Eldon-street)—Christopher

Roberts. Preston Brook and Runcorn—T. Dryden

Phillipson, William A. Eyre, sup. Blackburn First (Montague-street)—Aaron

Smith. Blackburn Second (Oxford-street, Audley)

David S. Lees. Blackburn Third (Clayton.le-Moor)—Willie

S. Barrett. Chester First (George-street)—William DPW.

on, Albert Cole. Chester Second (Hunter-street)—J. Wesley

Waddell, ChesMr Third (Torvin•road)—Willians B.

Tinsley. Charley—Thomas Sowerby, Benjamin Salt. Birkenhead First (Grange-road)--J. Fryer

Loveday, Richard M. Rutter. Birkenhead Second (Mount Tabor)—William

E. Ferndale, John Bradley, sup. St. Helens—John H. Thornley. Southport First (Marshside) — Joseph

Grainger. Southport Second (Church-street)—Albert

Lowe, Joseph Henderson, William Kitson, sup., Francis N. Shimmin, sop.

Southport Third (Batiks and Hesketh Bank) —Willis,,, R. Reed.

Foxhill Bank and Accriagton—George Hind, Wilson Eccles.

Wigan—George liennism, Lancaster—John T. Taylor. Barrow-in-Furness—Thomas A. Young. Buckley—Philip M. Richardson, John

McLoughlin, Edward R. Davies, sup. Wrexham—Ernest, H. Pittemod, Robert

Fletcher, sup. Fleetwood—James E. Phillipson, James

Burt.. sup. Blackpool—David Oakley, Herbert G. hers),

M.A. (Cantab.), B.D. (Mane.), John Prince, sup. William Buffington, sup., Frederick Smith. sup__ James Wright, sup.

Warrington—Colin C. Goodall. Skelmersdale—Albert J. Wigley, Earlestovrn—J. Keith Elliott. Clitheroe--Leonard C. Barker (under super-

vision of Dis. Coon.). Dalton and Millom—Ernest P. Sellars,. Lay

Agent, Ellesmere Port—William Upright. Morecambe—Janies W. Richardson, Richard

Ainsworth. sup., James Shepherd. sup. Kingsley and Frodsham—G. Percy Maynard. Or ell— James Jackson, Hindley—James H. Rolloson. Widnes—S. George DeleSeld. St. Anneson-the-Sea—William H. Holtlor,

M.A. (Oxon.), D.D. (Manch.), William D. Judson, sup.

Isle of Man Sub-District. Douglas—Rowland B. Goodwin, William E.

Bellew. Ramsey—William J. Tristram, Thomas

Dickinson, sup. Castledovrn—John K. Elliott. Peel—William Christie. Laxey—John T. Lancaster,

Lomb District. Connexional Sunday , School Secretary—

bonnie! Palmer. Leeds First (Quarry-hill)—Samuel Bates. Leeds Second (Princes field)—James W.

Cotton, Ernest U. -Hudson.' Leeds Third (Cardigan-road and Rehobelli)—

Richard Cowie, Elijah Green. Leeds Fourth (Joseph-street)—David T. Ha,

field. Leeds Fifth (Brumley)—William Daw, Ger-

man Hunt, Tip. Leeds 'Sixth (Southfield)—John W. Clifford,

M.A. (Oxon.), Francis B. Shimmiu, Samuel S. klenshaw,- sup.

Leeds Seventh (Belle Vue)—Harold Ashby. Leeds ;Eighth Ehleanwood-road)—Frederick

W. Beal. Leeds Ninth (Rothwell)—Albert E. Rose. Poutefract-13efirorn B. Porteell, Walter J.

klammereley, John P. Osborne,sap . Barnsley, First (Westgate)—John T. Clarke. Barnsley Second (Buckley-streel)—Josepb

Roxby, William R. Chapman, M.C. Ripon—Richard J. Payne. Wakefield First (Market-street)—Fred Win-

terbum. Wakefield Second (Bella Vue)--Joseph J.

Hutchinson. Dewsbury—William J. Walker. Knareshorough—Murk Pattison, Frederick

hlosley, sup. - Tadeaster—William Fidoe. Iforbury—Arthur Marshall. Harrogate--11. Aquila barber, William C.

Rumen, Tom Buttrick, sup. Castleford--George Welbourne, Benjamin

Brewery. Morley—Arthur Naylor, John E. Ogden. Normanton—John N. Clague. Ossett—John Williams. • Pudsetand Stanningley—James W, Naisbitt.

Brietol District. Bristol First (Ebenexer)—George P. Cam-

mish. Bristol Second (Essex-street1,—Arthur Haigh. Bristol Third (Eastville)—Alfred E. Reavley. Bristol Fourth (Kingswood)—John H, Peck-

ham, Lay Agent. Bristol Fifth (Fishponds)—Thomas Fletcher.

) Frame—Harry ht. Hull, John Turner, sup. Batli—Walter W. Price, George E. Lloyd,

sup.. Herbert J. Sadd, SUP. Stroud—Richard Bolton, Charles Dunham,

up. Chippenham—William Turner (4) lladstock—Ralph E. Allport. Calve—Albert Griffiths. Midsomer Norton—John G. Cushing.- Glastonbury—Arthur T. Ogg. Gloucester and Cheltenham—Thomas H.

Bryant, Wm. V. 'Harper, Thomas Randall, sup., John Phillips, sup.

Coleford—Walter Barnsley. Weston-super-Mare—Waller N. Parnaby.

Laden First Didriet. • Connexional Editoe—Edward McLellan. General Book Steward—Wilfred R. Wilkin-

son.

Metropolitan Cdrenita. Caledoniawroad—William H. Wright. Leytonstone and Stratford—Arthur Lawton,

Frank Leach Hammersmith (Dialling road)—William Curry.

Toctnk Hallam, Perk)—W. T.

Kentish Town and West Hampstead—Thom. Graham.

Bloke Newington—David Bradbury.

WiZsden Green Braneh--Edgar Ball, Henry

RiTaincrPiie3rlie?f, W. Smith. Upton Park—William Potter, George Tesler,

Layton (High-road)—Frederick B. Clark. Eurasian—Charles E. Back, Rob.H. Faulty,

sup. Hamngay and Finchley--John Swinden,

Wm. Daglish, 'Arthur Bird (without pas-toral charge), George C. Normandale, sup.

Ealing—Ernest J. T. Bagnall, George Stenyer,

Mrrly'lebone--Thomas Collins. West Ham—John LearmoMl Enfield—Walter Easey, James A. Sollitt. Forest Gate—Francia J. C. Dyer. Walthawatow—Thomas B. Caukwell.

nglrtiowtt7 dsuNp.:"t=d--Y Grosvenor (Lay Agent).

Watford—George A. Lucas, Janie§ Lindsay.

Provimiol Cirenib. Luton First (High Town)—William T.

Healey, J. Stanley, B. Phippen. Luton Second (Park Towol—John Bowles. Luton Third (Mount Tehor)—Frederic W.

Stkon'Pericalden--Charlee E. Clark, Lay

ANertTitpton First (Horse Market)—J. Mar-shall Gu son B D (McGill University,

Montreal), Second (Hetterirmid)--Joho J..Reeves. Henry T. Wigley, B.A., B.D.

Gilherthorp Harrison. Northampton Third (Harlestone-road)—

Bedford" ilrenti;ssett.street)—Herbert P. Ellis, William Durance, op.

Bedford Second (Couldwell.street)--William Sutton.

Grimsby and Lincoln District. Grimsby First (V ict ori a•st reet) — John A.

Kershaw. Lawrence H. Wood, Percy Shaw, Cl,,,,,, G. Milson, sup.

Grimsby Second (Ebenerer)—T. Pearson Ellis. William J. Tubb, Robert W. Keight. ley, sup.

Grimsby Third (Harmon-avenue)—.T. Allison

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Peterborough Second (Cobden-street)—Wm. T. Hosier.

Leighton Buseard—Will)am Bridge, William A. Tennant, Thomas Reeve, sup.

Wickhambrook and Newmarket—William G. f3oftley, Roland W. Chapman.

Dunstable—Arthur Fawcett. Wellingborough—T. Rowland Spray. Grays and Rumford—Percy Ford. Haverill—J. Colin Robinson. St. Neils—Edward W. Lees, William B.

Bache, sup., John French, sup. Berkhaermstead—Edgar J. Hull. Colnbrook and Chertsey—Harry W. Hart,

Oswald Ward. Southend-on-Sea—J. Watson Grayson, A.

Douglas Bourne, George B. Gleghorn, Clacton-on.S.—Frank P. Pearce.

London Second District. General Secretary—W. Musson Kelley.

Metropolitan Circuits. Kennington Park and Battersea—King's Own

Mission, Hoyabroad—John Holland, Harold H. Evans, D.A. (Vic.), Samuel Horton,

PlaSiellarr 7uilVeiv'eucre.re (liobert.street)— Robert W. Russell, David Parton, James P. Langharn, sup., Thomas Harrison, sup., George O. Crickmay, sup.

Shooter's Hill Branch (Eglinton-hill)—Wil-liam D. Cox.

Croydon (Laud•street)—William Telmer (2), Hareld F. Greenhalgh.

Lavender Hill (Grayshott road)—Thomas Maland.

Forest Hill (Stansteed.roed)—George Tucker, Frank M. Kelley, George Bennett (without pastoral charge), Alfred Warcup, sup.

New Wandsworth and Fulham (Plough-road) —Thomas H. Bickerton, Norman Suaith, M.A. (Oxon.).

Kingston - on - Thames (Richmond-road)-Philip J. Fisher, Edwin W. Smith (without pastoral charge), Thomas Homphris, sup.

Balham (Dalham-hill)—William Roberts.

Pgrict"sd13=NeTiatbd1.° OgEP(1:7)—j.

Medfield District. Sheffield (Central Mission, " Bethel," Cam,

bridge-street)—Henry Taylor, George G. Martindale, sup.

Sheffield (retake and Mosbrol—Joseph Walters.

Sheffield (Petra-shoet)—Robert A. Buckley, Sydney A. Barron, Herbert FO, George Ford, sup.

Sheffield (Hoyle-street)—William J. Targets, Charles Higgins, sup.

Sheffield (John-street and Ann's-road)—R, Wilfrid Collin, S. &Mira Williams, Thomas Campey, sup.

Sheffield (Attereliffe)—Saho W. Middlemiss. Sheffield (Langset,road)-- William T. Cole. Sheffield (Abbeydale)—Edward E. Jobling,

John T. G.dacre. Chesterfield First (Holywell Cross)--Fred- • erick Jeffs, Stephen L. Lane, Samuel Bar-ker, sup.

Chesterfield Second (Mount Zion)—H. Perci-al Felt.

Chesterfield Third ( Whittington Moor) — Albert Hayfield.

Doncaster (Spring Gardens(—.J. Stanley COW, B.A., B.D. (Loud.), Joseph Durkitt, Thomas Sellars, sup.

South Yorks Mission. Doncaster—William Barton, Harry G. Collinsou, John B. Hardy, M.A. (Centab.), John H. C. Rodgers, John Wilson (1), sup. •

Bakewell—George Wilson. Retford—William Ashby. Rotherham—William .4. R. Collins. Charles

H. Sheldrake, Thom. W. Bevan, Henry Jones, sup.

Hovland—William Swinuerton, Herbert S. Lawson.

Eakring—Fred J. Pennock (Ley Agent). Clay Cross—Percy W. D. Oliver, George

Bainton. Mexborough-11. Markham Cook, J Herbert

Darker, Lay Agent. Staveley—Thomas R. Andy, B.D. (London)'. Alfreton and South Normanton—James Sax-

ton. George W. Hancock, sop. Matlock—Thomas B. Reward. Ifiveton Park—Edgar Reavley. Bolsover—Ernest Metcalfe. Hemsworth—G. Harry Smith. Worksop—Richard Heppenstall.

424 THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER. Jo-NE 25, 1926 Lincoln First (High.street)-J. Wardman Venable, Thomas W. Morgan, John Red-head, sup., Thomas McKenzie, sup. Lincoln Second (Rases Lane)-Albert Good-cre. Scmter-Joseph Ramsay, Percy Anderson, John D. Calloway. Clulow, 'William Robson

(2), William Clulow, sup. Boston-Albert Williams.. Donington-Gervase Hall. Horneastle-George T. Turberfield, Harry Lee. Barton-on-Humber-John Norton, Wesley R. Price. T,1:1:re'th RaZehnn-t-Er.A. Mayes, William

W. Ion. Brigg-Philip Gibbon, Arthur DOW, Winterton-T. Sydney East. 'Alford-Joseph P. Hill. Gainsborough-George H. Green, Charles H. Marsh. Tetney-John P. Chadwick. Spalding and IIolbeach - P. Henderson Powell. Crowle-J. Harriman Dixon, Frank Ward, Leake-William G. Spencer. Scunthorpe-Nathaniel Brown, William V. Sibson. (1.7%,TZP,eTige7bTo;tch'io'ra.2. (Conner. Even.). Skegness-Ralph Street. Darlington and Stockton District. Darlington-John Morrison. Samuel Davis. Stockton•on-Tees--Georg Fawcett, Alexan-

der der Surtees, Harry Ff. Iliistl, George J. Lane (without pastoral charge), John T. Bennington (Lay Agent). Drempton-William Atkinson (1), Tom Sykes (without pastoral charge). Whitby-Marmaduke Robinson, William Robson (1), sop., Thomas Wood. sup. Westgate-William Booth, Ernest Banks. • Barnard Castle--Frank C. Wilson, Joseph Hawkins, sup.

Crook—John T. Bell,James W. Soulsby. Stokesley-G.. Kirtley Fawell. West Auckland-John Pinches, Joseph Met-calf. Guishorough-Thomas Shaw. Hartlepool-Charles L. Stowe. Staithes-Thomas Bonney, John W. Felton. Laidler, David Rogers, John Graham (3). Spennymoor-Joseph Rutherford, George H. Parbrook. • Bishop Auckland-B. Brooks Endow, H. beet R. Rowe. Middlesbrough First (Linthorpe-roadl-Ernest B. Store; Leslie S. Peaks, B.A. (Oxon.). Middlesbrough Second - (Oilkes.street)- James H. Saxton, Walter E. Burkitt.- Middleton-in-Teesdale-Thomas C. Showell. West Hartlepool-George S. Hobson, Thomas Harper,- M.C. • - - - Eston-T. Alexander Thompson, B.S. (Ade-laide), Albert H. Ashton. Waterhouus-John P. Barton. Saltburn.by-the-Sea-J. Harryman Taylor, M.A. (Cantab). Brandon-John Dyson. Willington-John Charlton.

Bretton—Robert W. Nelson. Cantata sad Whitehsven District. Carlisle-G. Tulip Scott. :Vehilehaven-William Atkinson (2). 'Alston-A. Albert Marjoram. Brough-William R. Hetherington; Joseph Shorratt. Kendal-John Taws, Jeremiah Hopkins, sup. Hallavhistle-George Armstrong. Maryport-Williant H. Whiting. Penrith-Norman N. Faid. Wigton-Hugh H. Bradley. Workington-John Hall. Cockerrnouth-George R. Bell. Brampton-Stanley K. Chesworth, John Fors-ter, sap.

Bradford and %War District. Bradford First (Central Hall)-Samuel Rowley. Bradford Second (Great Horton)-Luther Kemish, Arthur Bilsborough, Walter W. Parsons, William H. Matthews. sup. Bradford Third (Laisterdyke)-Frederick J. Hadfield. Bradford Fourth (Manningham)-Arthur J. Ward. Bradford Fifth (Dudley Hill)-IVilliam Wat-son Bradford Sixth (Rehoboth)-Thomas A. Fair-weather- Bradford Seventh (Idle and Calverley)- Ernest Lucas. 'Halifax First (Ebenezer)—George Osborne, Leonard 0. Egerton. Halifax Second (Queen's•road)-Frederick Hobson. Silsden-Joseph W. Pattinson, James Hen-derson. Huddersfield-Percy W. James, Sydney A. Price. Koighley First (Alice-street)-John N. Crad-dock. Keighley Second (West-lapel.-Tyler Tyers Burnley First (Hammerton.street)-Fred Firth, B.A. (R.U.I.). Jabes W. Slack, Horace Bacon, B.A.. A.D. (Vic.). Burnley Second (Brierfield)-John A. Hettle, ,William H. Mason.

Otley-James H. Middleton, Charles H.Randell, William klamprree, sup., Jackson Harding, sup. Paisley Bridge-G.rge IV.Elliott. Clayton West-•Edward W. Gib., Thomas Shipley-Frederick T. Smith, Arnold Robert. eh w. Bingley-Howard Howells. Colne-Holden Pickup. Heckmondwike-J. Brace Evans. Sowerby Bridge-Albert Vickers. Barrowford-W. Dean Turner. Scholes-Bert W. Tinkler. Skipton-John Bowness, Lay Agent. greasts2n-J. afeep,hreIV( LT.yh u;Igby. .

Agent), Thomas K. Upright, sup. Nelson-Harold 0. kfacRow. - 131fhouse and Greetland-Willialn C.

Dailey-Ernest Lacey. Mirfield-James Foster. Barnoldswick-L. Graydon Beardaall. Haworth and Oakworth-Ward Hartley. South Woks District. Pontypool—Oswald E. Brown, Richard B.

Preece Pillowell-William Skelson. Swansea-John Benison. Hereford-J. S. Waltham Stanwell, Eric B. Butler. Tredegar-Shirley Windram (year's rest), William Johnson (under supervision a • Francis R. Brunskill), George Windram, sup. Aberdare-Thomas W. Brown, William Holland, sup. Monmouth-Arthur J. Lofthou. (Lay Agent) (under care of Dist. Miss. Com.). Newport-William Tootell, James Griffin, sup. Rhondda-John H. Creme. . Brynmawr-J. Jab Harrison. Cardiff First-William C. Briggs (under care of William Overton). Cardiff Second-William Overton. Blamer on-Enoch Bocock. Lydney-Arthur J. Gough. Cross Keys-Arthur W. Bagnall. Abereillery-John T. Ecob, Eric C. Ferriday. Lydbrook-Ernest W. Hough. Cwm-Isaac Cousin. Kingstone-Francis E. Thistlethwaite. Mountain Ash-Robert J. Fenwick, Barzillai B.kerlegge, sup. Nelson and Caerphilly-J. Herbert Slater. Ebbw. Vale-Francis R. Brenskill, Fred Bradshaw. Rhymney Valley-William J. Clark. Abergavenny-Leonard J. D. Barmby (under . care M John T. Ecol ), Stephenson Blen. kin, sup. Aberavon-J. Miles Johns.. - Pembroke Dock-Charles E. Alban (Lay gent). Blackwood-G. Sutton Read. Risca-John Spoor.

Lane and Cambridge Diaries. Lynn-George E. Rudram, Herbert G.

Brewer James Pattie. Cambridge-Percy M. Hoyle, John Crawford. Fakenham-Samuel Walpole. Downharn-Robert Holman. Wallop—George R. Brake, Charles Shreeve, sup. Wmbech-James Annie., Ernest F. McLean, Frederick Humble (2). Swaffham-Neil Wilson. Stowmarket-Frank C. Davidson. Ely-John W. Whittaker. Bury St. Edmunds-William H. Curti, Alfred Morten, sup. Docking-Francis CI, Wade, Frank E. Bow-yer. Thetford - Thomas Featherstone, Harry Faulkner. Soham-Arthur J. Marsh. planes-William Howard. Wells-Alfred W. Hall. Sudbury-William E. Musgrave. St. Ives (Hunts.)-Robert T. Corlett. Brandon and Methwold-Henry R. Didcock. Fincham-James Fronton. sash., and Southampton M.A. Salisbury-William Schofield, John Graham, sup. Southampton First (St. Denys)-T. Lloyd Page Southampton Second (South Front)-Herbert J. Godman, William Sawyer, sup. Motcombe-T. Lambert Daggett. Poole-Po•cy R. Webb, Alexander W. Wel. ford , 'sup. Winchester-Henry Parrott. Slorminster Newton-William S. Leach. Micheldever-Lewis Hancock. Blandford-A. Campion Wright. Romney-J. Jeffrey Watson. Bournemouth First (Curzon-rood)—William J. Musson, John W. Gregory, George C. Crickrn., Josiah Turley, imp., Joshua Lindley, sup. Bournemouth Second (Winton)-George Preece. Droxford-Percy W. Hassam.• Newport, and Cowes-Alfred Clarke. Weymouth-Joseph Bilton. Guernsey-Edgar H. Jones. Jersey-Walter Yeomans Portsmouth-John A. Bedford, William E. Robinson, G. Smith, William Lawrence, sup., John Bailey. sup., Edward Fla.., sup., Joseph A. Taylor, app. :

Petersfield-Joseph Wettings. Portland-J. Gregory Taylor (under care of J. Bilton). Yeovil-Frank E. Yeomans. Basingstoke-Thomas Sandford. Wilton-William H. Dixon (under care of W. Schofield). W.dfalLs-J. Grieves Ferriday. Mere--Lay Agent (under care of J. L. Bag-gott).

Shaftesbury-Joseph L. Stafford (under care of J. L. Baggott). Diobiat.

-Shrewsbury-Joseph Rigby. Wrockwardine Wood-C. Leonard Tack, William Brass, sup. Oswastry-F. Henderson Brown, Jam. Davies, sup. Hudnall-Christopher Finlay. Minsterley-John J. Schofield. Oakengates-Jam. Almon, J. Gardham Reed,

RI P3redre-William J. Hemp, Edwin Row. lands. Welshpool-George Baldwin. Wem-John A. Snallh. John Cooper, sup. Llanymynech-William Herrick. Walter Perry, sup., George T. D. Pidsley, sup. Ellesmere—Albert H. Kynaston. Newport-Thom/ft McLoughlin, James Tris. tram, sup. ' Hawley and Madeley-Richard Be..,. Ludlow-James M. Ridge, A. Simons. Presleigne-William CL Cripps, William R. Brotherton, sup. - Leominster-William Bertnion. Leintwardine-Herbert W. Snaith (a year's rest), Gilbert R.- Greening (under care of James M. Ridge). Church Stratton-William Vaughan. Hay-Gordon A. Maland. Craven Arms-William G. Leadbetter, Lay Agent. Weobley-John R. Quine. Wellington-William Glover. Frees Green-F. Morgan Ridge. Devon and Cornwall District. Redrutb-Nathaniel Boocock. St. Ives-James H. Hindle. St. Austell - George W. .Ennos, John Hawkey, sap. Plymouth-John Cawley, Lewis H. Allison. St. Day-Charles Waco'. Pensance-Robert F. Wearmouth, B.A. (Dir. mingham). Exmouth-William T. Edwards, John T.

Smith' 1.1% Chamberlain. Zgitaiigh--Ferere'r Bell. Dartmouth-Hubert Dixon (under the care of Dis. Miss. Com.). Teignmouth and Dawlish-Robert J. W. Hall (Lay Agent) (under the care of the • Dis. Miss. Cm.). Camboree-William A. Bryant. Truro-Alfred Hughes (Ley Agent) (under the care of the Dis. Miss. Com.). • York and Scarborough District. Secretary of Insurance Co., and Chapel Aid Association-Arthur Baldwin. Elmfield College Head Master-S. R. Slack, B.A.(Lond.). York First (Monkgatel-Nicholas M. Coth• here, Andrew W. Bailie, M.A., B.D. (Vic.), John Harrison, sup., Joseph Reavley, sup., Mark Knowlson. sup. York Second (Victoria Bar)-w. Clement Ball. Scarborough First (St. Sepulchre-street)- John J. Parlow, Frederick L. Cull. Scarborough Second jubileel-Charles T. MAO, Enoch Goldthorpe, George F. Fawcett, sup. Malton-Edward Evans. Pickering-Arthur Langstaff, Percy Myers. Thirsk-Francis J. Harper. Middleham-John Upright. Bedale-John W. Fryer. Easingwold-William Franks. Helmsley-Frederick Brock. Minions Diarist. Foreign Missionary Secretary-John H. Hirst. HomeMissionary Secretary-William J. Ward. London Forward Movement-Joseph T. Barkby. Lando. Mashes. South•East London Mission-Joseph F,. Gil-bert, C.F., T.A., Walter J. J. Curtis, Samuel klcCutcheon. Clapton-Joseph K. Ellwood, Herbert 0. Hide (Lay Agent). Whitechapel-Thom. Jackson, James E. Thorp. East London-Joseph Johnson, Edwin de J. Horne. 0.11.E., Hon. C.F., T.A., Wil-liam H. Folley, M.M., John FL W. Has-well, B.A. (Vic.), Alfred W. Lawton. Camden Town-John Mainwaring, 0.B.E., Hon. C.F. Surrey Chapel Central Mission (Blackfriars. road)-Ernest D. Pigott, J. Tolefree Parr, sup., Silas L. George, sup. Provincial Stations. Ryde and Sundown-A. Barrett Cow., John H. Harradine. eon. Horsham-Arthur T. Easley, Theophilns Wallis, sup.

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Stonelaying at Handsworth. A large company assembled at Chapel-

street, Handsworth, Birmingham, on Satur-day afternoon, June 13th, the occasion being the stone-laying of the new Sunday-school. Stones were laid by the following r—Mr. C. Keen (£1), for the Sunday-school,. £5; lIrs. S. Mildenhall, Sisterhood, £10; Mr. R. Gardner

'hoir, £5; Mrs. Smythe, Juvenile

Sewing Cl,,,,C £6; private stones by Mrs. A. M. Sideway, £10; 31r. J. Hawkes, £7; Mrs. H. Ore for Mrs. Smith, £6; Mr. E. Gardner, £10; Ilr. W. J. Jarrams, £5; Mrs. S. Medley, £25; Mrs. C. Needle, £5; Rev. 'I'. A. Kelley, for Mr. H. Dunce, £5; Mr. J. Baker (10s.), for Mrs. Abrahams and Lord-street Primary, £5; lir. H. Mason (10s.), Lord-street Church, £5; Rev. R. F. Wearmouth (£1), for sympathisers, £6. Nineteen bricks were laid by Sunday-school scholars and friends. Donations were given by lir. and 3Irs. C. Keen, £5; Mr. and Mrs. H. Keen, £6; Mr. and Si,,. Price, £7; Mr. and Mrs. R. Gardner, £5; the late Mrs. H. Gardner, £5; Mr. and Mrs. II. Millington, £5 5s. ; Si,,. and Si,.. G. W. Jarrams, £2. A good number sat down to tea and the even- ing

the well attend. A.

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mouth g amounted to £160, making a total of £370 towards an outlay of 2900.

Went Auckland.—The monthly meeting was held at Ingleton. Mrs. Pinch. presided,

CrPernr1,:ndk hJhuit'.1r Walker. Sister Mabel,

in teres ling address. Mrs. Milner most

missionary letter, and Mrs. Cowling was the soloist. The Ingleton ladies kindly provided tea. Collection for missionary funds, £2 4s. 6d.

filled with the representatives of religious, philanthropic and public bodies from near and far. fhe service started at one o'clock when Rev. T. H. Kedward read our Lord's great words of victory and life. The Doctor's favourite hymn, " Jesus shall reign where'er the sun," was sung with great feeling to the tune Rimington. Rev. W. Jacques read the passage from John xiv., which speaks com-forting words of our Heavenly Father and our home on high, and Rev. J. Hawkins, of Barnard Castle, followed with Paul's grand message of a Risen Christ giving us assured victory over death and sin and calling us to stedfastness, loyalty, and abounding devotion to the work of the Lord. Mr. J. Skinner, J.P., announced the hymn," Thou Shepherd of Israel and mine," the congregation repeat. ing in the manner loved by the Doctor the concluding lines, " 'Tis there I would always abide and never a moment depart."

Rev. J. T. Barkby paid an eloquent and moving tribute to the character and lire of our departed friend and leader. After briefly outlining his lo, and remarkable career he made reference to his unusual native qualities of mind and his thorough and persistent culti vation of his gifts, his radiant and robust health of body, mind and soul enabling him to sustain the strain of his enormous activities through so many years; his inflexible moral principle, his sympathy with the poor and un-fortunate, the great breadth of his interests and service and his possession of a joyful gospel which he Pro gladlyproclahned to eager multitudes weekdays and Sundays in all parts of the country. Rev. E. McLellan led the hosts in a prayer of thanksgiving for this glorious life and its abiding influence. With. out flowers or " mourning," but with a great j,:ly.irrend,razeat. ,Lorzw.iin.theLhearlis,,..thse

Corner" of the General Cemetery where we laid the earthly remains of the loved leader to rest amidst others whose names and influence

DR. DALTON'S FUNERAL live. Si,,,. W. R. Wilkinson read the com- l.

Jubileerr idol sentences. and offered prayer. With

Over a thousand people crowded the Jubilee idol

singing 1 '' Rock of Ages " and the Chapel, Spring Bank, Hull, for the funeral Doxoloiy singing assembled hosts from far and service of the late Rev. Edwin Dalton, D.D., near slowly. dispersed with the challenge of " the grand old man " of Yorkshire Primitive (his great lire stirring them souls. Methodism. The centre of the church was

The Gooseberry Rhyme — "Here's the church, and here's the steeple,

Out come all the country people !" It is good fun to chant the old country rhyme whilst

pressing out, one by one, the pips from a full-ripe berry. And what an appetising and refreshing dish stewed gooseberries make when served with Bird's Custard !

If Bird's Custard is well-whisked when cold and set, it outrivals cream, and even in the hottest weather is perfectly safe.

"RD.'S CUSTARD and GOOSEBERRIES

is the best dish now in season. Scientists tell us that the Gooseberry closely resembles

the apple in its dietetic values ; they have also proved that Bird's Custard adds 25% to the nutritive value of milk. There's health in Bird's Custard and Gooseberries.

Every kind of stewed fruit is delicious, and more easily digested, when served with Bird's, the pure Custard:

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Aldershot—Alfred. 4. Tanner, William Brixton (Lay Agent), George Standing, D.S.O., M.C., C.F., Joseph Firth, M.C.,

Chelmsford—Joseph C. liantripp, W. E. Eiger (Lay Agent).

Braintree Branch—Llewellyn Metcalf, Ceorgo Grocott (Lay Agent), Charles H. Light-foot, sup.

Malden—Frederick S. Collison. Wolverton—John W. Chappell, William

Cuthbert, sup." Glascote—Ernest S. Cole.

By WILFRID R. WILKINSON. Dr. Dalton dead ! It seems impossible.

If ever there was a man who 1.89 the em-bodiment of vigour and abounding life, It was he. With what a tragic shock the news came to those of us who arrived at the Con- ference chapel on Monday morning. I, who have known, honoured and loved him sin. I was a boy, felt as though it was an empty world, and for many hours the Conference Boomed an unreal thing and something of a mockery. It is not easy to write of him now. We cannot be glib when our hearts ere burdened. But he would himself have rebuked the disposition to sit down and weep. He would not allow death to be re- garded as an enemy. To him it was the road to light. At the very most it was only a momentary eclipse. He reprobated the ides that Lrappitgs of

v:c!r and special body app ,.i should be laid in the grave, and some of us who loved him best, at the risk of misundentandiogs by those who did not know his strong feeling in the matter, wore every-day clothes as we paid our last tribute to his memory. Ho believed the lover of Christ lived for ever, and he did not like the outward show of blackness and tears.

I remember with vividness the first Lime he preached at Quarry Hill, Leeds, when I, a boy of sixteen, was just beginning to be an exhorter. It was Sunday night. A good con- gregation had gathered. Then into the pulpit came the big, well.buill, man with broad shoulders and a strong face. He announced the hymn, and how he read the verses! He tried to pot meaning and message into it all. One youth at least was in his grip. When he began to preach it was soon realised that here w a personality distinctive and. unusual. He

as made us laugh and cry. At one moment

he would be rollicking, at another so solenm was his appeal that.you felt it would be tragedy to miss the chance to be saved; and at yet another he would, be denouncing some sin or injustice with such fiery passion that the veins on his forehead would rise and swell, but these who listened.felt as though the fireballs from the judgment throne were scorching them. .What• right that was ! In the prayer meeting emotion and enthusiasm stirred us almost beyond. bearing. I was so moved that rny mother, ai sane a saint as ever lived, felt that she must stead y her jot, excited boy. So it was every Sunday night. I never knew him fail then.

Sometimes at a service, when the mild and placid saints, • complacent and contented, assembled, .5 have known 'him have a real bad time; but at night, when the gallery filled and the working people, whom he

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crowds. It was the same in the open air. For a few years I and others-.helped him in the open-air services every Friday night at the bottom of York-road. I spoke. They spoke. The people pa up with us because he

It coming on. Then he spoke. He did

as he liked with them. And he did that sort of thing all his life. If his work at the Con- ference Procession of Witness hastened I js end. he could not help it. Why should he think of himself when the chance to tell People who onever came to God's house of Jesus Christ end heaven was here? He has spoken at big open•kir temperance demon-strations, miners' gathering. and political meetings, but he liked nothing better than to have a meeting at some corner where men gather and get right at them. He did it

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believe that often his prayers in tha public

services became the trodden path for the Son of Man.

He himself was a grand old Puritan.. He had some of his narrowness. He did not like us to play football, and cards to him were the Devil's own. He did not like men to moire, and 'he thought women' who .smoked were vulgar and disgusting 'He' bould not stand injustice of any sort. He would pabliely - deriounca it and privately do' all he could to remedy it. He wanted England to

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Stratford-ou.Avon—Walter Skelton (Lay Agent).

Kettering—John Carter. Birmingham Mission—Jarnes H. Rose, Lucas

J. Harvey, sup., John Watts, sup. Harts and Beds—S. Stanley Coulson, Ewan

R. Bishop, F. Oliver (Lay Agent). South Wales Mission—George Kendall,

0.11E., C.F., T.A., Ernest R. B. Reynolds.

Brighton—William A. Hammond, William B. Barton, William Smith, sup.

Richmond, Yorks—John R. Holder. Guildford—Arthur R. Potts. • Leamington—Thomas Stories, E. Ingham

(Lay Agent).

to hold, but he trusted us because he said he knew we were trying to be good. Ito could be stiff, stern, unbending. He was sensitive, and about some things rather touchy. Many people never knew him escept in the pulpit, and when he was in one of his authoritative moods. Some he never did let come near him. But he could let himself go, and when he did he was like a great beer of a boy having the time of his life. •

His home life was ideal. Mrs. Dalton was a gem of a woman. She steadied and soothed him. She made his home a paradise. Though I. was away so much, he loved his home. The passing of Mrs. Dalton was a great blow to him. Perhaps he took on all the engagements of these later years because her absence made an awful blank for him. He was proud of his children and loved them dearly. They earned his.pride and returned his love. In their memories he is enshrined as a father indeed. So he is laid to rest in the Primitive corner of the cemetery at Spring Bank, Hull. Not hr away lie what remains of Clowes, the Hodges, James Pickett, and others worthily famous. Ere we left the graveside we sang the Doxology. It was appropriate. Dr. Dalton dead? Nay, he lives for ever with God.

By ARTHUR JUBB. In Dr. Dalton's passing I have lost a great

friend. For many years and in many ways he was as a father to me. On Leeds Second Circuit, in 11:194, he became my " super." He was a wise counsellor and he opened his heart to me as to few others. For four years we laboured together, and it was during those yeas pilttitorirtoyse 'to. thiLlzet of his w.oinatr-

thorougEly deserved. Man'y know his publicpublic work during those strenuous days; few know of his incessant labours to do good to all kinds of people. He was ritypical Yorkshire. man.• Always careful in money matters, he deplored equally the waste in strong drink and tobacco, and in political and temperance meetings spoke strongly in condemnation. Apart from necessary food and clothing and holidays and literature I never knew him to spend money on himself. But where there was need he was generous almost beyond any man I have ever known. He had arrange-ments with the manager of a cafe and the proprietor of a lodging.house, and hundreds of men had a good meal or a night's lodging at his cost. No public speaker ever pre-pared more thoroughly for his work. Every ircfilguwdos:Tirntrzi.er zi.tteroennfLo.rn

ally making new sermons while I was his .1Ieague. He discussed them with me, read them to me, and was at great pains to make the sermon an instrument for good. His many premeditated

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delivery. erYad greet sorrows. After a few months

of happy wedded life. his first wife died at Heckmondwike. He told me how his hopes and health were shattered, how for six months he toiled as a labourer on hie sister's farm near York. forbidden by his doctor to attend any meeting or to read. He thought for months that his public work was ended. The loss of two children in Leeds. and later the passing of his son Charles Richard, after a brief ministry, deeply affected him. A few months ago, speaking lo me of hie loneliness, he said that sometimes it was almost more than he could bear. His many activities were his salvation; for some years now he has averaged three hundred sermons and lectures a year. At the close of Conference on Salm, day, his last day but one on earth, he told me that he was very tired, and he wished he had not been planned to, preach on Sunday. Yet he would not have been happy to be a looker-on, and his last day was probably one of the happiest he ever knew. Si, passed from earth exactly as lie honed he might, after a• day of glorious excitement and joy and service.

Grimsby Pirat.—The Flottergate Women's Meeting have just held an "egg day," when 324 eggs were brought as gifts and after-wards taken to the local hospital for the patients.

The late Rev. E. Dalton, D.D. APPRECIATIONS.

426 THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER. JUNE 25, 1925

Churches and People. Through the pressure of Conference -copy

much Church news, many articles and Confer-ence reports are compulsorily held over.

• • • • . • • We regret to learn that Mrs. Bourne, wife

of the new Vice,President-designate, has been knocked down by a motorcyclist at Colwyn Bay, whither they had gone for a holiday. Happily, no bones were broken,

, but Mrs. Bourne was so badly shaken and right leg end left knee so injured, that she will be compelled to remain in had for a season. Mirch .sympathy is felt with Mr. and Mrs. Bourne in this untoward happening.

• Wo deeply regret M learn of the deaLh of Mr. Beresford Adams, of Chester, who passed away suddenly on June 16th, in his seventy-fifth year. For finny years Mr. Adams was not only a distinguished citizen, bat was ever to the front At all aggressive movements of the Church. An appreciation of his life and work will appear next week-

It •wasannounced in the Lender some weeks ago that competition missionary essays were being promoted in connection with the Laymen's Missionary Leegue. We are de-sired to intimate that these essays should reach the League secretary, Mr. J. H. Morton, 116, New-walk, Leicester, by Tues-day nest, June 30th, without fail.

• • • • • Owing to what it is hoped is only a tem.

porary setback, Rev. J. Pearce has had to consult another heart specialist, who. while regarding the case hopefully, enjoins a further absolute rest if a cure is to be effected. Mr. Pearce was anxious al once to resume duty, but that is now impossible.. His circuit, however, wishes him not to hurry or worry, so Lhat he may return fully recovered.

Rev. J. E. Rattenbury will preach in the Wesleyan Church, 4, Rue Roqqepioe, Paris, on Lord's Day next, at 10.30 and 8. Many English Nonconformists are at present visit-ing Paris, and it is anticipated that Mr. Rattenbury will minister to large congrega-tions.

• ... The Ladies Orphanage Committee of the

Bradford and Hall= District displays a real interest in the Orphanages. On Saturday, June 27th, Alderman A. L. Whittaker, J.P., and Mrs. Whittaker give a garden party in aid of the Orphanage at "The Gleddings," Halifax, the grounds of Sir George and Lady Fisher-Smith. It is always a popular Dis- trict event. The Mayor of Halifax will pre-side at a short meeting, and amongst the speakers will be Alderman T. D. Fenby, M.P., Alderman A. L. Whittaker, J.P., R. Fletcher, J.1'., and J. Brearley, J.P. Given a fine day, there is sure to be a large gathering. The Orphanage has benefited by hundreds of pounds raised by this District function.

A • correspondent writes :—" The • B. H. F. Johnson, who moved the resolution in the Conference against gambling, has re-ceived a threatening letter from a well-known representative of the Turf taking exception to the description of the class to which he belongs as parasites of the worst type. In it reflections are cast dpan'sky pilots,' and a single case is marked out for exposure if such references as those made are persisted in. The case does not touch our own Church, nnn need the soreness of the writer deflect us in the least from that direct and drastic treat meat which is called for by this =mons cancer of our times. We may continue to call a spade a spade with complete impunity."

Rev. Alfred Jones, of Dover, writes:-' Among any others, I was present st

Seamen-road Chtumh, Scarborough, on Sunday night, June 14th, when Dr. Dalton preached his last sermon. His text was, ' Casting all your care on Him, for He careth for you.' He preached with wonderful power, and inci-dentally said amid all his public duties some-times he felt lonely. bat, he had the hope of joining his saintly wife in heaven. After the service he conducted the prayer meeting and warned his hearers that death might come at any moment, .d if it did, were they ready? After the Rev. Joseph Johnson had prayed,he asked me to conclude with prayer and pro. pounce the Benediction. I prayed, but wished Dr. Dalton himself to give the Bene-diction. This was his last public utterance in the church. He was greatly moved all through this inspiring service, but seemed un-usually excited. In wishing him good-night, Mrs. Jones said: Doctor, you must take more care of yourself,' for he had taken many services of late, and he promised he would do so. Little did we think that he was so near the climax of his long life's work. This was his last night on earth, but We shall meet him in that glorious world where night is never known._ His passing was a transla-tion."

• • • • • At the forthcoming Conference of the Wes-

leyan Reform Union, to ba held in July at Foleahill, Coventry, the epeeist speaker at the great mass meeting is Rev. T. Sykes..

The following resolution was passed at the receatly held quarterly meeting of Grainger s. lane Church, Cradley Heath i—" That we record our deep and lasting appreciation of the great and unique service rendered to this church and congregation by Mr, Henry Woodhouse, who for thirty-five years his occupied the position of organist and for many years that of choirmaster Aso. We fee/ that such &rale.us and invaluable se, vice, so long continued, demands our deepest expression of thankfulness. With strong ability and unstinted devotion oar friend has splendidly taken this part in the service of our church." The resolution was carrisd with the utmost unanimity. Mr, Woodhonse is well known, and is most highly r.pectod by all who know him. His association with the church is life-long, and he is a worthy member of a family deeply connected with the traditions of Grainger's•lane and marked by exemplary Christian integrity.

Since the superannuation of Rev. Wilier Pedley a yeas ago, when he completed forty-four years of service, he has greatly im-proved in health among his native hills in Peakland. His native circuit, Glossop, has made an arrangement with him to give six Sundays per quarter for supplying the pulpits of the circuits. He is also preaching for other denominations in the district, with an occasional visit to an old circuit,

• • • • • • The church at Sturton.street, Cambridge, is

at the present time celebreting its jubilee. The Handbook (price Is.) contains a record of noble endeavour throughout the fifty years of ita history, and the valiant endeavour has remitted in equally ,noble achievement. Sturton•street, though hot among the con-spicuous churches of the denomination, has inspiring traditions of aggressive evangelistic service, and from among rte ranks many bare gone forth to centres where they have greatly enriched other chinches. Mosta of old friends will gladly unite in the present re-joicings. Copies of the souvenir Handbook, which is excellently illustrated, can be eb-tained of Mr. Cladde A. G. Harding, 144, Gwyder•street, Cambridge.

A large party of London Free Church ministers with their wives recently went on a motor pilgrimage to Canterbury. Canon Gardener and Dr. Robinson offered welcome on behalf of the Dean and showed the party over the Cathedral. St. Augastine's Monastery was afterwards visited, under the guidance of Bishop Knight. The pilgrims were entertained to tea in the Baptist School-room by Councillor Frank Haver, J.P.. and Mr. Chas. Lefevre, O.B.E. Rev. A. Shape spoke words of welcome on behalf of Canter- bury Free Church Council. Rev. J. H. Semmes, B.D., replied on behalf of • the pilgrims. Revs. T. Maland and F. H. Clark were among those present. To a large body

In glorious sunshine the fourteenth Confer tree A Missionary Societies in Great Britain and Ireland was held amid the beautiful surroundings of The Hayes, Swanwiek. This is really a great continuation com-mittee of the memorable Edinburgh Confer-ence. Nearly all the important societies were represented, and a host of distinguished missionaries and missionary statesmen were present. Dr. Henry T. Hodgkin had hurried from China to be present, and from every part of the far-flung battle-line were men and women whom names are famous. The reports presented at the opening meet-ing revealed wonderful activities in an im-mense field of operations. The Standing Committee had been in touch with various Governments on a dozen international ques-tions otsfirst magnitude. The United Coun• AI for Missionary Education had accom-plished remarkable results and the Board of Studies for the preparation of missionaries had widened its labours. There had been a record output of valuable and up-to-date missionary literature. The survey of the year's work showed that this Conference had accomplished things Lhat could not even have been attempted by individual societies. The new co-operative movement has justified itself by its achievements, and goes on to fuller and wider activities. We have only space for brief impressions of the more im-portaot personalitie and speeches in a con-ference that reached high.waMr mark, and of which every session was filled with thrilling interest and intense feeling.

Rev. Wilson Cash spoke on the neglected Moslem areas. Hie speech, a model of con-ciseness and vigour, followed by a number of addresses horn men who also spoke from personal experience, emphasised the wonder-ful way in which the Moslem world ia open-ing up to Christian effort to-day. The Ase of a new nationalism in Turkey and the de-

of Free Church ministers Dr. Robinson; of Canterbury Cathedral, recently said that, in spite of all the difficulties in the way, he re-garded the unity of the Churches not only as desirable, but inevitable. We must wait patiently and work prayerfully.

Churches are giving increasing attention to those who are called " outsiders," and various

al sareb being order accomplish = p,rpos::1,j v.ryomo.re

abandoned through ineffectiveness, others are modified as the appeal loses its effect. One method that has gained notoriety in recent months is that of "The Wayside Bub pit." Outside many churches to-day may be seen the modern message, short, pointed, effective, calling to the eye and grooving it-self into the mind, printed in artistic type and making itself known to all passers-by. These messages become a living voice to thousands and tarry on their ministry con- tinually. All churches could thus speak and so make their witness day by day. The publicity section of the National Free Church Council has prepared a series of these mes-sages which are at once terse and almost compelling. They are not extracts from Scripture, but they are the cream of the Scriptures. Here is one " No nation can lose its Sunday and keep its Soul." And there are many of this kind. A few shillings a year and a church can preach to thousands every day.

Amongst the most-talked-of Confer.ce songstresses is Miss Violet Willis, whom the Scarborough "Evening News" described as a Filey fisherman, because she frequently assists them in their services. Miss Willis sang at St. Sepulchre-street at both the morning and evening-services. her rendering of " I gave , life for thee " and " Abide

44th Me" making a powerful impression on the vast. congregations.

The Bristol Education Authorities have ap-pointed Rev. G. P. Cammish as official visitor of four schools in Bristol East. He recently took part in the Scripture examinations in the Rose Green and Whitehall Schools.

. . • . We regret to learn of the death of Coun-

cillor S. Fry, of Gorse Hill Church, Swin-don. Mr. Fry for many years was a promi-nent official of the church and served as organist and school superintendent. The loss to the church is a very severe one.

At the Lincoln First June Quarter day Rev. .T. W. Venables informed the brethren that he was compelled to refuse an invi. tation for ,twice beyond July, 1926, as he should then be meking superannuation. He found himself no longer equal to the. duties of the full ministry. Deeo regret was expressed al his decision and at the reason which lay behind it. Rev. T. W. Morgan was then invited to succeed Mr. Venables 111 the superintendency, and, after consideration, accepted.

Mr. E. J. B. Oliver has been .pointed Circuit Secretary of the Laymen's Missionary League for the King's Ly. Circuit.

position of the Khalifs had greatly hin-dered the Pan-Mahomedan movement. The authorities were downright afraid of giving facilities for the preaching of the Gospel, hot secret societies of seekers and Christians had been formed. There were now scores of newspapers, the circulation of literature: of every kind and an extending reading public. Everywhere there was a greater .diness to hear the Gospel, and followers of

(slam were sending their sons to Christian schools. Before 1914 apostasy meant death in Mesopotamia and Palestine, but now the Governments of Great Britain and France were coming to see that they must help mia-alone, and things were being Littered. There was still much bitter hatred, but a new spirit of tolerance was everywhere. More attention must be paid to giving missionaries faller preparation in Arabic and instruction • in the new ways of approach to Islam. There should be a fall survey of areas with a view Lo redistribution of workers, P pooling of re-sources and a new concentration in this day

air.11.1d(11PdPhernit7ildr.s on the work of the International Missionary Council, with its wide grasp, its keen vision and devout spirit, strangely moved the Conference. His picture of the new world-wide needs and conditions revealed a work that could not be done by individual societies. The great problems arose not of the higher organisation of the world in which we live. Such com• plea problems as Kenya presented were Jig-tinctly a task for the missionary.

Rev. G. F. Rouse and Ali. G. F. Trench spoke on the " Challenge of the Forward Movement in the Anglican Church." This movement owed its inception to the inspira-tion of the Swanwick Conferences and a great network of missionary schools was being organised. The fuller instruction of the clergy, laity and young people was awakening

new interest everywhere. The illuminating descriptions of this enterprise, which wan being carried through with such enthusiasm and efficiency, stirred the Conference, and other societies will take a leaf out of the Anglican book. In Primitive Methodism the machinery already exists through which this work could be carried on, and more will he heard of it.

Intense interest was awakened when the question of " Christianity and the Anti-Christian Reaction in China " came to be discussed. Many workers fresh from the troubled areas were present, whose first-hand experiences threw much light on a most crimples problem. Mr. F. H. Hawkins gave a brief summary of the position, and W. fol-lowed by Dr. Hodgkin and Dr. Balms, who placed the salient facts before the meeting. backed by intimatepersonal knowledge and experience. The difficulties were frankly faced, the muses of the present disturbances were stronglyput and freely analysed. The roots of anti-Christian reaction were in the growing sense of Nationalism, the suspicion of. and opposition to, all things foreign, the "inferior complex," as seen in "unequal treaties," political and cultural exploitations, reaction against all traditional authority and the direct influence of Russian propagandists, and of Chinese students, who were going in increasing numbers to study at Moscow and returning to spread Soviet ideas among the less educated people. What was needed was a forward Christian movement, with the watchwords end spirit of Truth. Freedom and Love.

Rev. E. W. Smith, of the Bible Society. gave a IQ, analysis of the newly-developed policy of the British Government on the edit-cation of the native people of Africa. The new policy of cooperation with the missionary societies was an epoch-making step, and Mr. Smith reminded the Conference that the present proposals and policy of the British Government were due to no small extent to the work and inane,,, of their organisation. The Bishop of Mombasa related experienma of education work in his diocese, and Rev. George Are outlined the present position in South Africa. This was a great Conference. Every speech was terse and telling. Every session was an education and an inspiratico. Surely there is nothing quite like it. Anglicans, Baptists, Methodists, Presb, terians, and all others united in a remarkable series of devotional services, slier.] a happy' fellowship A which all denominational dif ferences were forgotten. united in planning fresh onslaughts on heathenism, and realiaed. their essential oneness in Jesus as the, prayed and planned for the extension of the Kin, dom.

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ADVILMTISEMENTS.

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, DEATHS.

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BIRTH.

KiEnaialE471.VegiA2 MARRIAGES.

ALLEN-H...-On June 13th, an Hadfield Church Alice,

otillideerld,"to"LeoVg Willim, eon of the late Mr. George Henri .d of Mrs. Allen, of Blackpool.

BROOKES-SINS.-At Denton Bennett March, Leicester Second, on June Nth. by Revs. Claud Williamson and Wm. Hughes, Wm- Arthur, Veleloitgr`to Irforrgel,ril•rP• eila'ultir1V7f Mr. and mr..a. B. Sims, filation•Farm, Ashby Magna.

COWLEY-LEVI-0o June 2nd, at Chasetowh, A. J., son of Mr. a. Mrs. Cowley. of Norton T.

1.31¢, to Marion. y daughter of Les of Chaseown.

MOLE-SAIVII10.E.-On June 3rd. at Easing. Haldane, Co. Durham. by Revs. H. Fletcher and W. ro Edward,son of Mr. and Mrs Mole, tt n'DtoAn ' of

arse.

and E;migitnItr. SILVER WEDDING.

HARDWI08-BEOWN.-01119th, 1900. at 'Tendon P.M. Church, by Rev. John Borgne. th Fred Hardwick. of Guleeley. to Suu Brown,

of Tendon. Present address: Rock Routh, 1.114Der Armlet', Leeds,

DEATHS. BAGNALL.-On Jane 100, at Talbot Villa,, Wed•

Iret."k PV.d.!ItrA. 77L-T,Z long and lived well. " Servant of Cod, wet

BRINDED.-At Denmark Cottage. Curate, Gt. Yarmouth Vdoday, June 14th, Ciro• line, k'no‘t n1; Redeemer liveth."

DEETER.-On June 12th, at 167, Drooke-road,band f lE17.71 7:ger the. bdeBlid 'Isfe's'orown ROIL'

EMMEBSON.-121 G on joirg 17, ate eorl

and the shadows Bee away." "`"" NICHOLE.-0n ADril 22nd, et 64.

'';r1t7etr `71`e'. band of Eliza ivrehoix. aged 75 rears. For torzy4.a‘gdin beloved a a honoured official

l'aTfy.;31..!!".11.2tLitit. 91.''.1,799; Jo...3. o'er." SHELL.-June 12th. at 156. Borough.road,

Birkenhead, aged 7,2, ydearei Charles, the dourly beloved

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TAYLOR. On tigi.-dheix;r:A bnebend okrga3,god-5rmsd,:e,arra Irdr,1,:fsue all to the Homeland of His eternal

WA71301,-u Sunday, the 140.. inst., nt her residence. " Laurel Balik,1.70 Southfield. 11:1Ve411=. .1VT.6,i'le,g. 7""

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What Our Readers Say.

Sir Harold Mackintosh and Rev. J. Higman's Pamphlet. 511,—I received by post a few days ago,

in common, I presume, with a great many Methodists, a pamphlet written by Rev. John Higman, io opposition to Methodist Union, and I am glad to see the effective reply given at the Primitive Methodist Conference at Scarborough on the 15th Mating. I have no " axe to grind," having no official con-nection with any committee for or against Methodist Union. Hut as a young man (keenly interested in the welfare of the rising generation) it does seem to me a pity that anyone should waste so much time and energy in an effort to hold up prove.. However, I suppose it is only to be expected, for we have " die herds " in every walk of life. It was these same " die herds " who necessi-tated Moses keeping the Children of. Israel forty years in the desert, for had they lived to enter the Promised Land they certainly wruld have done their best to spoil it.— Yours, etc., HAROLD MACKINTO.H.

Halifax.

Rev. F. W. Brett Fund. The committee gratefully desire to acknow-

ledge receipt of the following amounts r Previously acknowledged, £5.28, Os. 7d. Southport Third Circuit, pm Rev. W. R. Read, £5; Newhey, Rochdale Circuit, £1 16s. ; Newton Heath, Manch.ter : Mrs. ''',melt 10s., Mr. E. Rily 5s., Miss Lilian Lancaster ls.-16s.; "A Silsden Well. wisher," 10s.; " A Friend," 6s.; " A Friend," Blackpool, 5s. ; total, £530, 13s 7d. Further donations will be gratefully received by either of the following : Rev. H. J. Pickett, Hartley College, Alexandra-road, 'Manchester; Mr. T. Fairhurst, 111, Twee-dale-street, Rochdale; and Mr. W. A. Years. lev, Magdala, Davenport Park, Stockport. All donations will be acknowledged through the Lender each week, but anyone desiring separate receipt may have one.

Golden Wedding. Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Ainslie, late of

Middlesbrough, now residing at 'tromp., Northallerton, celebrated their golden wed-ding on June 10th. Dfr. Ainslie, who is '75 years of age, was for 32 years the chief engi-neer of a Middlebrough vessel, which was torpedoed off Scarborough during the war. Mrs. Ainslie has been an ardent worker In the Church, first at Richmond-street and then at Linthorpe-road, for many years. They have three sons and three daughters, ell of whom are associated with our church. Tire eldest son, Capt. Wm. Ainslie, is master of a Tyne-Tees vessel. The eldest daughter is the wife of Rev. Tom Sykes, whose parents celebrated their golden wedding eight years ago. Mr. and Mrs. •Ainslie are in good health and received many congratulations and good wishes from hosts of friends. May their eventide be long and peaceful. .

MARRIAGES.

A pretty wedding took piece at Easington-lane Church on June 3rd, the contract-ing parties being Mr. E. Mole, of Hatton Downs, and Miss A. Sainthouse, of Easington-lane. The officiating ministers were Revs. H. Fletcher and W. Armstrong. The bride was daintily attired in a dress of pale salmon crepe de chine. with pearl trim-ming, and black picture hat. She wore a gold wristlet watch (gift of bridegroom) and carried a beautiful shower bouquet. The bridesmaids were Misses I. and E. A. Mole, Misses F. and DI. Sainthou. and Nan, Fletcher, young daughter of Rev. H. and Mrs. Fletcher, with whom the bride lived, for 15 years. The service was choral, Mr. T. Kay presiding at the organ. A 'reception was held at the home of the bride, and the happy pair left later in the day for Scarborough, where the honeymoon was spent. Many valuable presents were received, amongst which was one from the young ladies' Sunday. school class of Houghton-le-Spring, of which the bride was the teacher.

A large gathering w'messed the pretty wedding at the Parish Church, Chasetown, on June 2nd, of M. A. J. Cowley, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Cowley, of Norton Can., and Miss Marion Lees, the youngest daughter" of Mrs. Lees and the late Mr. T. Lees, of Chase-town, and niece of Revs. D. S. and A. fi A. Los. The bride looked charming in q dress of white and veil and wreath of orange blossom. The bride was attended by five bridesmaids and one page boy, two of the bridesmaids being cousins of the bride. The service was fully choral. The reception was bald at the bride's home. They were the recipients of a gr.t number of presents.

A very pretty wedding was celebrated in the Hadfield P.M. Church, on Saturday, June 13th. The contracting parties were Gorge William Allen, son of the labs Mr. G. 11. Allen and of Mrs. Allen, of Blackpool, and Alice, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter

Hurst.. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a dreas of cream crepe de chine, trimmed with silver and orange blossom, and hat to match. She carried a bouquet, of lilies and roses. The brides. maids were Miss Emily Hughes and Miss E. Woodrow, with four little girls, and their dress was of mauve crepe de chine. The best

an was Mr. R. Sims, and the groomsman Mr. Frank Taylor. The church was crowded for the ceremony. Rev. T. Banks officiated. assisted by Rev. H. G. Marsh, M.A., B.D. The bridegroom is a superintendent f our Grasmere-road School, Blackpool. while the bride has been an esteemed member of the Hadfield choir and organist of the Endeavour. After breakfast in the schoolroom the couple left for Penrhyri Bay.

A large company of friends filled the Don-lon Bassett Church on Saturday, June 20th, to witness the marriage of Mr. W. A. Brookes, Yew Cottage, to Miss F. DI. Sims, Station Farm, Ashby Magna. Both bride and bridegroom are members of the church, the latter being assistant society steward.The officiating ministers were Revs. C. Wil-liamson and W. Hughes. The bride, who was attired in ivory spun silk and veil, was given away by her father. The bridesmaids were the Misses Nora and Dorothy Sims and Lilian Ellson. They wore dresses of cope de chine, heliotrope, blue and apricot, with silver played 1■7'tii:argant77.1tye.m7feter fie ceremony a reception was held at Station Farm. Many u.ful presents were received, including one from the village church. The honeymoon is being spent in the Isle of Wight.

IN MEMORIAM.

Mrs. W. Henderson. On June 121h, under tragic circumstances,

Mrs. W. Henderson, Thirlwall Castle, Green-head, passed home to God. She was stimu-lating the fire with paraffin oil when her clothing ignited, and she was so severely burned that in a few hours she succumbed to her injuries and the consequent shock. She was a woman of strong and rich personality, a tower of strength in the home and through. out the entire district. Her religion was intensely practical. If anyone needed help or counsel she was always sought, and never in vain. She was the confidant and friend of all ber neighbours, by whom she will be sadly missed. She was greatly interested in temperance work, was on the governing body of the local hospital. The hospitality dis. lensed in the Immo was gracious and con• slant, and the service she and her husband rendered to our Church in this way is beyond all praise. Sho was extraordinarily quick and resourceful, had abounding energy, and it is difficult for us to think that her earthly activities have ended. She was laid to rest in Greenhead Cemetery on, June 15th, amid every sign of sorrow and respect, the whole neighbourhood being moved with sympathetic interest.

Mrs. dean Watson. Primitive Methodism in Hell has sustained

a real loss in the death, oa June 141k, of Mrs. John Watson, of Hassle, in her sixty-fifth year. Her life-long associations, from infancy up to a few years ago, were with Clowes Chapel, Hull, of which her husband, Mr. John Watson, is rue of the oldest trustees. Mrs. Watson's father, the late William Longman, was famous in Hull and district as a forceful and attractive local preacher. Up to the last, Ameliaut memories of Clowes Chapel, with ita-soiin traditions, were a source of -joy to ib,Wstson. A member of the Hu1.1 „-Yeerriled ,Missionary Auxiliary from its _inception, she took an active part in all its work, and a leading part in the Young People's African Missionary anniversaries. Her daughter, Doris, is the wife of Dr. H. S.- Gerrard, of Kasengn, and this fact naturally quickened her missionary interest. She loved her chuck She leaves a very tender and fragrant memory. The interment took place at the Western Cemetery, Hull, conducted by Ales. G. H. Ireland, M.A., and F. Ash. Among the large company .present .were Rev. .1. B. Ducidey and Rev. and Mrs. Stanley E_ Buckley, of Kanchindu.

Mr. H. S. Banter. The death on June 12th of Mr. Henry

Spencer Dexter, of Oakham, at the age of sixty-one, has removed from the Daan-street Church and district a personality much be-loved. A native of Oakham, he was• con-nected with the firm of Mosses. Adam and Son, solicitors, for nearly fifty years. He enjoyed its fullest •conlIdence, and. became their managing clerk. He was a member of-the Oakham District Council; an Overseer, and fur a considerable period served as clerk to the Luffenhiris Parish Council. To our church he gave of his best, labouring un. ceasingly as a local preacher and .11.1 superintendent. He had been the 148uft steward for the former Oakham Circuit. (since. joined to Melton Circuit), and not feu Arne was the recipient of .1 testimonial r_ ,ef 'Jtit servi. as organist._ The funeral was largely attended. A service et the Dean-Street Chapel was conducted by Rev. Norman G. Burndead, assisted by Revs. T. P. Mayhew and J. Burtens

Kind

Hearts.

Nettles. A few weeks ago f noticed quite a lot of

young nettles. A few days before the ground was bare, but a warm wind and the sunshine had made them grow very quickly. As I walked on, I began to think of things I had read about nettles and also of things which I hadn't read, but which I knew. Like many other people, I hoe shaken hands with a nettle. Some people who have strong muscles, when they shake hands with you, squeeze your fingers so hard that they make the bones crack. It is a funny way of show- ing are pleased lo see you, to hurl you in that fashion, isn't its But the nettle--you know what it does when you shake hands with it, don't you? If you don't, shake hands gently withthe next one you see; only don't blame me for what happens after. Long ago I was with a party out picnicking.; one big girl started to roll down a hiU, a steep slope of nearly twenty yards. When she got started she couldn't slop hersell, and she rolled right into a big clump of nettles. Then there was a noise, and it wasn't the nettles that made it, either.

There are flve places in the Basle where we read about nettles, and not one good word is spoken for them. So we know that over two thousand years ago nettlzs were not loved by decent. people. As nosy, they would be voxcn of as " horrid " nettles, or as " slinging " nettles. One man, walking by the field and vineyard of a lazy man, saw the neglected ground covered with nettles. If you look carefully at a nettle you will see that " the leaves and the stem are covered over with flne hairs. These hairs are hollow, and at the place where they are joined to the nettle there is a little pocket filled with poison. The points of the hairs are sharp and hooked. When we touch the nettle lightly these sharp fri:,iissnstsani,clkolseini,asikrsib,glel- I tuhendrioscrInr

skin and forms those while blisters which are so painful." " Why do nettles sting? " asked n little girl who had touched one with her bare leg. The answer to that question is very interest fug. Those sharp points and that irritat-ing poison are not meant to hurt little boys and girls who are picking flowers. They are really for protection of the nettle. If it were not for these things, sheep and rabbits would quickly eat them up, but if they gel ono good bite their lips and

Congue would be blistered. If a rabbit ould talk, it might say as iL hopped near

nettles " There are those horrid stinging things! You won't catch me touchin, them." Like the nettle, the bee has x sting to protect itself ; and the world is full of the most wonderful contrivance, by which plants and flowers, insects and birds and beasts protect themselves against their many enemies. But none of these contrivances are to wonderful as the powers God has given boys and girls by which they can conquer evil and grow up into Christlike men and women.

Some people think highly o' nettles. At this season of the year tt.ey gather them and boil them as a vegetable for dinner; they make soup of them, and people who have eaten them every spring for years and yenrs, and drunk the soup, tell me that nettles are very gond for the body. I have drunk a basin of the soup, and more than twice I have eaten the boiled nettles with potatoes and meat, butif people invite me to dinner and ask swill would like them to serve me with nettles, I would like to say: "No, thank you t " But it they had been at the trouble of gathering the nettles and boil-ing them, it would be good manners to say: "I'll have a little, please!" Any-how, it is nice to know that even a sting-ing -nettle Can be of service. IL is a pro-tector of other plants. Some of the big boys told girls have read about the law of raimiciry.In nature. There is a fly which appears to be-exactly like a wasp, so birds which toe flies never try to catch this; there are caterpillars which appear to be just like a dead twig: they mimic a bit of stick. -In many a fleld and country garden there grow " dead " nettles. They are not really dead, but they are so like the stinging nettle that some people cannot distinguish one from the other. But the leaves of 110 dead nettle are a little lighter in colour and the stem is square, while that of the stinging nettle is round. But rabbits and sheep (and boys who don't know any difference)

leave it alone. So you see there n at least one thing that owes much—perhaps its life—lo the haled nettle. Maybe, if we only knew, the most-hated thing on earth has some good use, but nothing on earth can he so useful as a willing, good-tempered boy or girl.

New Members.-15808 to 15860, Maggie and Percy Jones, Evelyn Davies, 15861 Lo 15E163, Elizabeth, Herbert, and Thomas Davison. Per Mr. C. H. Potts, Middleton S. School, Ludlow, 15864 to 15869: Bert and Jack Griffiths, Nancy Beddows, Bose, Violet, and Lily Potts.

If you would like to join, the Guild owl your full name, age and address, with a penny stamp for each badge required and a three-halfpenny stamp for return pos-tage. Address your letter to Rev. Arthur Jubb, 93, Mere-road, Leicester.

- Mr. James Nichols. A choice character in the person of Mr.

James Nichols passed to his rest on April 22nd, aged 75 years. He had been in mem. bership with our Church for 56 years, fir. . Bilston, Staffs, and for 48 years at Barrow-in-Furness, first at Ffartington-street Church, where he served zealously as school superin-tendent, choir and class leader; later on at Marsh.str.t as their leader. A memorial service was held on Sunday, June 14th, con• ducted by Rev. T. A. Young. The choir was augmented for the occasion by members from Harlington-street Church. Mr. Young paid a royal tribute to the life and work of the deceased.

Mr. Henry Harrill. The death of Mr. Henry Bondi, a mem-

ber of Flottergate Church, Grimsby, has meant the passing of another of the stal-warts of our Connexion. Loyal and true to all that he conceived to be right, he was somewhat rigid in his adherence to the old type of Primitive Afelliodism into which he was born, and which has been the secret of the churches' endurance. For some years he was society steward of Hainton-street Church and rendered yeoman service. For more than half a century he was a loyal and active servant of our church. In the later years his health compelled him to give up official work, and he eventually became a quiet worshipper in Flotlergate Church, with which he was identified until the day of his death. The interment in Grimsby Cemetery was attended by officials from both churches. The burial service was conducted by Rev. J. A. Kershawe.

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Bradford Third.—Flower services were held at Laisterdyke on Sunday last, the ppedal g

eo'pertchelilfspiMrin.g sLeri rrotlYn' morn- ing and evening. At the young men's class in the afternoon Mr. Ilarris gave an address on Lhe "Challenge of Jesus to Young Men." A high spiritual tone pervaded all the ser-vices.

Burnopfleld.—Victoria Caresfield " Women's Own" held their meeting in the grounds at Orchard House,and were enter- tinned to tea by Mrs. J. T. Barker. M.. Gowland presided and Rev. E. S. Wilson led in prayer. Mrs. G. Scott delivered a very inspiring address. Mrs. Johnstone also sang a solo. Hearty thanks were accorded Mrs. Darker for her hospitality.

Downham Ilarket.—Large congregations assembled in connection with the school anni-versary. Mr. W. D. Taylor preached morn-ing and evening, and also gave an address on the Monday. On Sunday afternoon the demonstration " The Building of the Golden Ladder," was carried through with great success. Mr. E. H. Shackle, who presided. said he. was delighted with the rendering of the demonstration. The tea on Monday was well attended. The proceeds realised £15.

Kintraton,on-Thames.Most successful school anniversary .rvices took place at Richmond-road on Sunday and Wednesday, June 7th anc1.10th, Rev. Geo. Bennett, whose zingterakomweLe.greastly enjoyed, preaching

V' as afternoon gathering undm the pe . envy of Rev. T. Humphris. AL this meeting scholars rendered recitations, etc., and framed Scripture examination certificates Were presented. A handbag was given to Miss Mabel Baldwin as au expression of the goOd wishes of the teachers on her leaving the district. A feature at these services was the enjoyable singing by school and choir under the direction of Mr. O. Mulliner. On Wednesday the annual concert tookplace, Mr. W. II. Bicknell being chairman. Songs were rendered by members of Girls' Life Brigade and Boy Scouts. The reports of Mr. W. G. Hands and Miss G. Wright were most encouraging.

Lanosator.—Rev. John Ilall paid a welcome return visit to Moor-lane on Salm, day and Sunday last. A splendid tea was

Sunday School Lesson. The Hero as Patriot:

The Deliverer : Judas Maccalueus.

Psalm cxviii. duly 5th.

By ERNEST BARRETT, M.A. . NOW, God be thank d Who has matelfd

us with His hour, And caught our )outh, and waketi'd us

from sleeping, With hand made sure, clear eye, and

slaarpen'd power. .. ."

How appropriate are Rupert -Brooke's words when applied to Judas Maccabieus, who " left the sick hearts that honour could not move," and astonished the Eastern world by his impetuous courage and exalted patriotism. The third mem-ber of a famous family of five noble brothers, sons of the aged priest and refugee Mattathias, echo first raised the standard of recall against the Greek oppressor, Judas transformed a fitful, guerilla insurrection into a glorious cam-paign that ranks second to nothing in the history of Israel, and is comparable to the most valorous achievements of any nation.

The extraordinary prestige of Alexander the Great, that conqueror of conquerors, had made Greek culture the dominating influence of the civilised world. The Sclucidae (the reigning family of Syria, descendants of one of Alexander's great generals) saw in Greek culture an instru-ment for unifying their somewhat disparate empire. The menace of diMn-legration was apparent in the case of the Semitic peoples who were included in the dominions of the Seluchlae. The Semitic notions of life and the Greek notions would not easily agree: the acceptance of the one involved the rejec-tion of the other. With the exception of the Jews, the rest. of the Semitic world put up no fight against Greek influences. The religions of Mika'''. and the other Baalim which meet us in the Old Testa-ment, which so often and so gravely threatened to overcome the worship of Jehovah, fell with scarcely a struggle before the advance of Greek thought, and ihe old heathen worship simply and quietly disappeared. The Seleucid king with whom we are now concerned, Antiochus Epiphanes, was greatly annoyed because the loyal party among the Jews, to him a most repulsive people, stubbornly refused to surrender the worship of Jehovah, and resisted all his efforts to convert them into Greeks. It is possible to understand his annoyance. The Jews composed on insignificant part of his dominions, and, bul for the stra-tegic value of The tiny land on which they lived, would hardly have seemed (0 the exalted monarch of the East worth a moment's thought. In-many respects Antiochus was rather brilliant, but he, was also very vain, and his vanity was touched. The refusal of some of the Jews to respect his desire that they should accept. the Greek culture, which in -his eyes was infinitely superior to anything Jewish, could only be due to inhale con-tumacy. A considerable party among the Jews—in the estimation of Antiochus the progressive and enlightened party—were willing to adopt the Greek manner of life and lo turn the religion of Israel into Greek moulds. Why could not the reit. agree? If they would not—well, they must be compelled! If they resisted the compulsion, they must be extirpated. -

Perhaps, viewing the situation from a detached standpoint, nothing could seem a madder enterprise than the revolt of the Jews. On the one hand, their numbers were lees, their organisation non-existent, and their equipment ludicrously inade-quate; on the ether, the soldiers of Antiochus were disciplined and seasoned, their armaments of the best, their generals famous. and their resources apparently inexhaustible. The Jesse, however, had Judas, and Judas proved himself to be a soldier of the very first order. He was not only a brilliant strategist and a man of magnificent bravery, but he had the power of Infusing courage and daring into his men which is characteristic of the supreme commander. He made no mistakes; the margin was Loo narrow lo allow of a mistake. Using his unrivallectknowledge of the physical features of the land he chose the ground of his first battles with a skill that made rocks and ravines his allies. He equipped his men with arms stripped pecdfrom the enemy slain. He

his numbers by calling in the scattered fugitives, and again increased

his armaments by spoiling the foe. He seemed to bear a charmed life, and was the idol of his soldiers. His personal prowess was mighty, and reminds the reader of Richard of England. He mowed a path among the enemy by his own good sword. His fame spread and men locked to his standard. (tic battles were against the forces of Antiochus commanded by Apollonian, Seron, the great l.ysias, and finally Nicanor. Emmaus and Beth-baron were his most glorious victories. He came to an honourable understanding with Lysias, and for a Hine the land had peace.

During this lull Judas cleared the heathen abominations out of Jerusalem, purified the Temple of its pollution, and re-established the worship of Jehovah. Judas commanded moo who were pre-pared to die for their faith. They gave battle as men for whom the bitterness of death was past. They faced the foe in the spirit of the Three Hebrew Children. There was a God who could deliver them, hot if eel . . . they accepted the grim alternative with ins ineible determination. Where there is a noble faith, and where men are quite resolutely prepared to support it regardless of personal con-sequences, the men may, or may not, die: but the faith dies not.

Endeavour Topic. Conversations with Christ :

Pilate. " &altered under Pontius Pilate."

John weal 26.40 ; min, I -16. June 28th,

By Rev. H. T. HIGLEY, BA., B.D. There is no occasion for any special

indignation or extraordinary revulsion as we think of Pontius Pilate. There are thousands of men living to-clay, quite good Christians in their way, echo would have done exactly as Pilate did had they been in his position; for Pilaf:': position, it must Le confessed, was one of great difficulty. 1A'as not his chief duly to think of the safety and well-being of the Roman Empire? Were not the fanatical Jews a constant source of trouble? Wouldn't it be better in the long run to sacrifice one life than run the risk of an uprising and much bloodshed? Besides, Jesus was not a Roman citizen, and what would his masters say if he put solicitude for o single alien before the interests of the Empire? And was not the Roman Government, tolerant in many , things, particularly adamant against any form of treason? And what would his position be worth if it were reported to head-quarters that he had been lenient to one charged with this deadly crime? The authorities would not trouble to inquire whether Jesus was guilty, but would be indignant, that Pilate's absurd solicitude for an alien - had weakened in the eyes of

tirtanrisatrorn7 :1■:11 rulBarille's'susde.lteeMi lion to put down treason and rcbellion al all costs.

The only person who can cast a stone at Pilate is the man who Is determined to put truth, right., justice, moral prin-ciples before alt considerations of personal or family well-being, of ecclesiastical, business or political expediency, and even of national necessity. He is, in short, the man who is prepared to do right even if the heavens fall.• And such a man would not-desire to fling stones at anyone. There are few men who are 'prepared to stand like Luther against the world and my, "Here I stand: I can do no other. So help me God." And even Luther lost his -heroic•faith in moral and spiritual prin-ciples later on.

Pilate, as the reading reveals, was not without his good points. Ile bad suffi-cient moral and spiritual insight to know that. Jesus was innocent and to realise something of His moral and spiritual majesty. He perceived (hot something of divinity dwelt in (hat suffering and tor-tured human body, and it made him afraid. He sincerely tried to save Jesus. In a way he did his best, but he slopped short where most of us slop short—thal is, he was not prepared to ruin his prospects and perhaps lose his life for Jesus. He was not built on heroic lines, and it lakes a hero lo be a real Christian.

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If yon had seen on at fourteen years of age you would not recognise me to.day.-4 Delegate of Sixty,

given by Mr. and Mrs. F. 1V. Bonifield, Afterwards Rev. John Hell lectured on " Sammy Hick." For an hour we were enter-tained and instructed by the doings and say-ings of that Methodist worthy. Mr. Bern-feld, circuit steward, presided. Sunday was a most sucee.ful day. Friends came from every part of the circuit to hear their old minister. Mr. Hall delivered two inspiring messages, and the choir, under the leadership of Mr. E. Ellis, did exceedingly well. The proceeds of the weekend were for, the circuit fund.

Leicester First.—The school anniversary was held at Ansley on Sunday. The church' was crowded for each service, many being unable to gel in for the evening service. preacher for morning and evening was Rev, T. Herbert Barlow (superintendent minister) and in the afternoon Mr. T. E. Hubbard.. Excellent singing was rendered by the children and choir, under the leadership of Mr. J. W. Hunt. The collections amounted to over £110,

Lincoln Second.—Successtul school anni-versary services have been held at Rosen-lane. Rev. C. H. Sheldrake, of Rotherham, preached to large colgregations on the Sunday and lectured on the Monday under the chair• manship of the president of the local On the Sunday afternoon a special service was held, with Mr. R. Key- worth as chair-man. The church was crowded, and rho children acquitted themselves splendidly. Mr. T. Strapps trained the scholars. The offerings were over £35. On the following

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London (Loyton).—Good attendance of representatives at Quarterly Meeting. Huai-lien quickly despatched under the presidency of Rev. F. H. Clark. All instil Oio. healthy. Finances good. Prospects bright. Fine report from delegate to Synod. Rev. F. H. Clark accepted hearty invitation for 1926-7.

klatioek.--The Quarterly Meeting was held at Matlock. There was z■ large attendance. The report of the District Synod was pre-sented and win considered satisfactory. Mr. J. Ash and Coun. L. G. Wildgoose were re-

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Nottingham Third.—Large congregations assembled at ord School Anni. a nd choir

The the New Basf singing by the scholars choir was much appreciated, and the in- 7elorphli=llfg.

G. "2:d old

scholar. presided over the afternoon service, at which Mrs. Ilushworlh gave a fine address on Courage." A specially arranged praise set,. was held on hlonday. Mr. S. Foster presided, supported' by Mr. J. W. Aiten• borough and Rev. G. A. Howard. The financial proceeds were over £53. The children had been splendidly trained by Mr. If. Bell: Mr. 11. D. Hawkins. L.L.C.M., was at the organ, with Mr. B. G. Hind, A.V.C.hf., at the piano. Oakengates.—The women's class pre-sented a silver rose bowl on ebony stand, suitably inscribed, to Rev. and Mrs. J. Lindsay and a Treasury note for Alan, on the occasiou of their leaving the circuit. During the four years this class has con-

tributed £56 in class monies. Seseombe.—A special meeting of the P.M.A. Women's Class was held on Monday, June 8th, at Seacombe. Reference was mane by hfrs. B. Swanwick ( the preside.) and others to the interest shown by Mrs. Jerkin. sou (the wife or the minister) throughout her four years' service. Her kindly disposi-tion had endeared her to all, and her forth. coming removal to Hull would be deeply re-=lick In Lhe name of the class, MIrs.

gold wristlet watch as s token 0of a their warm egard. Mm. Jenkinson acknowledged the gift in suitable terms, and said it would re-mind her of the happy days spent al, Sea-

Skelmersdale.—Very successful school anniversary services were held at Digit., when Rev. W. J. Musson, of Hyde, was the special visitor. On Saturday Mr. Musson lectured to a good company on " Two Saviours 0 Lancashire's Children." Mr. H. D. Hill presided, supported by Rev. A. J. Wigley. On Sunday morning a large pro-cession was headed by Messrs. J. Halliwell, If. Gaskell and J. Watkimon, and hymns were sung and addresses given at Vfiriots points on a long 'mite. Rey. W. J. hfusson preached afternoon and evening to record congregations. The scholars and choir sang very creditably under the lead of Mr. Gasket!. with Mr. S. Gasket] at the organ. Total proceeds, 244 10s. Women's Missionary

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Ashington.—The June acited meeting was hold at Newbiggin in glorious weather. The devotional service was presided over by Mrs. Hall. At 2.30 Mrs. Moore ( president) presided over a splendid gathering. Mrs. Rigby gave ail inspiring address on mission work in China and Africa. Miss Bolton read the missionary letter from a native girl oil the nussion field. Miss Bowen sang two solos. Tea was afterwards served by the Newbiggin ladies. A very profitable time was spent. Proceeds, 23 3s. Hilaton.—The Women's A u xi! is ry was held at Salop-street, Mrs. Ryder presiding. After the reading of the monthly letter Rey. A. Ryder gave an interesting address. Tea was peovided by the Salop-street ladies, and a collection taken for the Missionary Funds.

Blackburn First.—The monthly meeting was presided over by Mrs. Mrs. Sharpies (U.M. ) gave a most helpful address. Mrs. Spence read the missionary letter. During the meeting Mrs. Hall. who is leaving for Workington Circuit, was pre-sented with a useful handbag by the mem-bers, as a' tokeit of the esteem in which she was held by them. Refreshments were served and a collection taken for missionary fund. Brinkworth.—The monthly meeting of the Federation was held 0 Mr. and Mrs. P. C. Selby's. Leigh. Mrs. Pollard presided, and Miss M. Selby read the missionary Leiter. Rev. E. J. Hull, of Cirencester, gave an interesting address. Tea was. provided by the Leigh ladies. proceeds amounted to £3 7s. 9d. Iiristol.—The monthly meeting was held /11, -Whitehall, under the presidency of Rev. O. P. Canimish. An inspiring address was given by Mrs. Bliss (wife of Vicar of St. Ambrose). Solos were rendered by Mrs. Maggs. On behalf of the members the secretary presented Mrs. J. T. Evans with a beautiful art bowl and vases as a token of their appreciation of her loyal service and inspiration in connection with the branch. All the members regret her leaving Bristol.

Gursoley.—The monthly meeting was held on Wednesday. Mrs. Anderson read the missionary Leiter and Mrs. Whitaker the Scripture. Mrs. Randall presided. Rev. G. Midgley (Baptist) gave • most interest-ing address on the work of •the Whilechapet Mission. where he spent ,sonle years under Sty. Thomas Jackson . Guiseley ladies pro-vided tea and a contortion was 'taken. Rimberlev.—Manthly meeting held at reaurale, Mrs. Teatime presiding. MD,

sionaryletter read by the secretary, and an address given by Mrs. Teather. Mrs. Leiner Was the soloist. A satisfactory collect:. W33 taken at the close. Leiceater.—The monthly meeting was held at Ansley, presided over by Mrs. T. W. Walker, supported by 'Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Barlow. MIA. Clarke sang two solos. Mrs. Walter Smith read the missionary letter, and M. Willett gave a most helpful address. Tea was generously provided by the ladies of the Anstev Church. Several new members were enrolled.

Liehfield.—The monthly meeting, held at Clayhanger, was a very happy gathering. Mrs. Everett presided, supported by Revs. h. Allport and J. W. Scott. Mrs. W. J. Street read the missionary letter, end solos were rendered by hlisses James and Wain. A very line address on China was given by Rev. J. Asquith Baker. At the close hfrs. Poole presented Miss Everett (assistant secre tary) with a silver cake basket, as a token of affec- tion, on her approaching marriage. Mrs. Bailey and the other Clayhanger ladies pro- vided an excellent tea. Financial result, £3 15s. Lincoba.—Meeting held at High-street Church, presided over by Mrs. C. R. Senior. Mrs. Neale gave some very interesting remi-niscences of her brother's life (Rev. T. McKenzie) in W. Africa. The Misses Ship-ham and Sharpe sang a duet. The mis-sionary letter was read by Mrs. J. J. Whit-worth. Afternoon tea was served by the ladies. Proceeds of sale and collection £3 12s.

New Wandsworth and Fulham.—A very successful missionary event was carried through at High-street Church last week in connection with the Circuit Women's Mis• sionary Federation. The secretary, Mfrs. William Evans, had secured her sister. Miss Leggett (Nigeria), as special speaker for an afternoon meeting. Ti,, meeting WAS well attended and the address was a stirring de-liverance. Mrs. Evens presided, in the absence of Mrs. J. T. Clark, and Mrs. Pur-die, of the Balham Circuit, offered prayer. Tea followed. given by Mr. and Mrs. Evans. AL the night meeting the attendance drew a heartening reference from Rey. J. Tolefree Parr, who. with Miss Leggett, served as speakers. His address was finely conceived and delivered. Miss Leggett followed with A description of her work. Miss Leggett puts "soul " as well as intellect into her utterances, and the effect is great. Rev. IV. J, Price• offered prayer, Mrs. F. Smith served as organist and Mrs. J. Seaman as soloist. Mr. A. J. Cobley presided. Thanks were expressed by the esteemed circuit steward, Mr. W. Evans, and Rev. 'T. H. Bickerton. The proceeds totalled £9 15s.

Northampton. monthly meeting was held Far Cotton. Mrs. (loosen presided. Mrs. Wigley rendered two excellent solos. Rev. Stanley. A. Marsh delivered an interest-ing address on the life and work of the late V. H. Starr. who, because of his enthusiasm and zeal when preparing for his life's work as medical missionary, was nicknamed " Very HO Stuff." Mrs. f:ammage read the letter sent by Rev. IV, J. Ward. The ladies of the church provided tea. Revs. J. M. Guns. and H. T. Wigley also took part. There was an encouraging attendance.

Norther/ch.—The monthly meeting. was held at the IVitton-street Church, Mrs. A. Si. Williamson presiding. The address on •• Intercapendenee " was given by Mfr. J. A. K. Brown, Manchester University %Lode,. Mrs. J. W. Coombs read the mis-sionary letter and Miss Hilda Hayes was the soloist AIIA. Bradshaw acted as pianist. Tea_ was provided by the ladies of the Witton.street Church. Btokesley. — hfeeling held at Gt. Broughton on Tuesday. Mrs. Smith presided over a good gathering. A pianoforte duet was rendered by Miss 'Webster and hliss Nelson. The missiona ry' letter was reed by Mrs. E. Styes. and a splendid address given by Mrs. T. Shaw, of Guishorough. After-noon tea was provided by the Broughton ladies and a collection taken for missionary funds.

Wakefield P.M.—The monthly meeting was held at Bottornboal, with Mrs. Winter. burn in the chair. A splendid address was given by Sister Annie. of Wakefield. Mrs. Howe lead the Scriptures, Mrs. Coward the missionary •letter. Solos were rendered by Mrs. Firth, An excellent tea was provided by the Bottornboat friends. Proceeds for missionary funds. Wakefield Becond.—The Crigglestone friends entertained the monthly meeting on Wednesday. when an appreciative audience gathered to hear Mrs. W. Dew, who gave an interesting talk on " Home and Foreign Missions." Mrs. J. E. Butcher preside') Mrs. Brooks was the soloist, and the cis. sionary letter WAS read by the secretary. Tea provided by the Crigglestone ladies. York.—The monthly meeting was held at the hfonkgate Church, the president being

Mrs. Sargent. Miss Fox gave a most interest- ing...and helpful address. The missionary let was read by hfiss Cook. Tea was after wards served by the Monkgate ladies. The collection realised 16a., and the missionary basket 7. Ira .

THE PRIMITIVE METHODIST LEADER. 931 JUNE 25, 1925

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