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...Jeremiah Griffin, a fellow worker of Mr. Hadley, told in a simple and effective manner the story of his life. Born of respectable parents he received an ordinary education and learned the trade of an iron moulder. His fondness for drink proved his ruin, and seven years ago he was a wretched outcast of the worst type. He struggled in vain against his terrible failing, till through the efforts of Mr. Hadley he was brought to pray to Jesus Christ. That alone saved him and Mr. Griffin says that is the only thing can save others...
...various conditions of society cause much distress, the alleviation of which is the object of charity. It is the attempt to change the social conditions producing these effects, which gives rise to the labor question. The actions of the charity worker must be controlled by business method, which demands a thorough knowledge of the forces operating to produce the conditions observed. No large institutions of charity could exist, however, on a purely business basis. It is the moral, the charitable motive of those who establish them and carry them on, which makes them a success...
Johnson, bow, handles his oar well and is a very careful worker. But he does not get the grip on the water which he should acquire before the first of July...
...John ix, 4. He said: Every one must work. The abolition of slavery did away with the idea that toil is degrading, and the present age exacts of each his daily task. Even the wealthy seek some useful employment. Work brings health, peace and happiness, and wonderfully develops the worker's character; how many put off work until the night comes! To how many does the sun pass into eclipse at noon-day! Christ's life of work was that of a young man, and his teachings and example should appeal strongly to all young men. Though as one biographer...
...seldom that we have the good fortune to hear in public one of Louis Agassiz's former students. This evening, however, Mr. Samuel Garman who began his scientific labors as the student of Agassiz and afterwards became his fellow worker and companion, is to speak under the auspices of the Natural History Society. Mr. Garman has been for sometime connected with the Museum of Comparative Zoology and is an acknowledged authority on the subject of reptiles. All who are interested in natural history should embrace this opportunity...