tj- i.k.,..').,,.,..,, , ,..,. . I jf'jj (rt ' f "' " I - -. - 7r. . .. : : . " F VOL. 31 MRS. WILLIAM NEAL. Last week Thursday morning at eight o'clock the spirit of Mary I,., wife of William Ncal, was called home to its everlasting reward. About nine days previously she was attacked with pneumonia, and in spile of all that could be done she gradually failed until a fatal termination was reached. Mrs. Neal was a daughter of John C. Boyd and was born in what is now Montour County, on February 24, 1824. She was married to Mr. Neal in 1854, and has resided in Blooms burg ever since. The surviving mem bers of the family are her husband, one son, Dr. J. B. Neal of China, one daughter, Mrs. Morris Shipley of Cin cinnati, and three step children, C. W. Neal of Bloomsburg, Mrs. E. V. Elwell of Towanda, and R. C. Neal of Harrisburg. Of her father's family there are still living hct brother James Boyd of Harrisburg, Montgomery Boyd and Joseph Boyd of Montour Co., and Mrs. McClure of Columbia, Pa. The funeral services were held at the residence on Market street on Monday afternoon at half past one, and the attendance was very large, showing the high esteem in which the deceased was held by the community, and expressive of the sympathy felt for the family in their affliction. A large class of young ladies known as the Mission of the Frcsbyterian Church, which had been under the instruction of Mrs. Ncal for many years, attended in a body, and the numerous beautiful floral tributes bore farther testimony to the love of many sorrowing friends. The services were conducted by Rev. I. M. Patterson, pastor, and Rev. Dr. Mitchell of Mt. Carmel, former pastor of the Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Neal's life for many years has been one of devotion to good works. A woman of noble and beautiful christian character, she was deeply interested in all the branches oi work in the Presbyterian church. She was also an earnest and active member of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. Her charitable arts were couutless, and she will be greatly miss ed by many poor people whose wants have so often been relieved by her generosity. She did not wait for the needy to come to her door to ask for charity, but she sought them out, and relieved their wants as far as possible, and drew the attention of others to special cases where she was unable to supply all that was required. And so for years she has gone about doing good, helping the needy, comforting the afilicted, and by word and work and life devoting herself to the better ment of others both spiritually and temporally, and without ostentation Tjr display, but all for Ihe gloiy of Go J. She has left behind her the memory of an exemplary and consistent christian life, that will have an effect on those who follow after her, for years to come. The Mission Band Was organized by Mrs. Neal, and through their efforts a sum of money was raised e ery year toward the support of the Medical Dispensary built by Dr. Neal in China. It is their intention to continue this Vork during the coming year as a torcmorial to their beloved teacher. The executive committees of the home and foreign missionary societies of the Presbyterian church of Blooms burg, at a meeting held Saturday evening, May 23, formally expressed their appreciation of the loss sustain ed by the death of the lamented Mrs. Neal, as follows : Our beloved sister and co-worker, Mrs. Mary L. Neal, has been called into the gracious presence of a loving Father. During a life, full of days and good works, it was her greatest joy to bring to others a knowledge of the All Fatherhood of God as shown through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ. It lay upon her heart in an especial manner, to further the "tidings of great joy to those vho have never heard it, in our own avl foreign lands. In her death, the cause ot missions has lost a most devoted and efficient worker, and the home and foreign missionaries of the Bloomsburg Pres byterian church have sustained an irreparable loss. Stimulated by her consecrated exam ple, we will the more earnestly work and pray for the full fruition of the work wli'ch she has left us as a sacred legacy. The M. E. Sunday School and congregation will hold their annual excursion on Friday June 5, 1896 at Wynona Park. Everybody is invited to go along. SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION. The 24th semi-annual convention of the Fishingcrcek township S. S. Association was held in the St. James church, May iCth, 1896. Exercises opened at 2 o'clock P. M. Afternoon ssession Devotional ex ercises conducted by Rev. Sutton. After the reading of the minutes of the previous convention, which were approved as read, a cordial address of welcome was given by the Supt. of that Sunday School. Mr. O. J. Hess and Mr. M. I. Low responded, giving words of cheer to the workers, and urged the keeping open of the Sunday school twelve months of the year. After the enrollment of delegates and the appointment of the various com mittees, Mr. II. R. Bower opened the discussion of "The Home Depart ment." Each Sunday School should appoint a committee of earnest chris tian workers to visit each family and urge all those who cannot attend Sunday School to agree to study the lesson at home at least J hour each week. They are then enrolled and considered members ot the Sunday School. What we want is a more earnest, careful study of the word of God. This year we, the county or ganization, want to accomplish three things: 1st, have the home department established all through the county ; 2nd, the 'Bible in use in the Sunday School instead of the lesson leaf; 3rd; the grading of the schools. The grading of the schools was outlined as follows : place the children from 4 to 8 years of age in the primary class. During this period of four years have them commit to memory the Lord's Prayer, the Ten Commandments and the beatitudes. Those from 8 to 12 in the junior class. During this period of 4 years have the members of this class to memorize the names of the books of the Bible, when and by whom written, and the Promises. Those of 12 years and over in the senior class. This class to memorize Bible geog raphy, Bible history, church history, &c. Examinations should be held for each grade at the end of each year and if possible promote them to the next grade. When they have passed the senior examinations, furnish them a handsome diploma fit to hang in any parlor. The report of the committee on nominations resulted in the election of Mr. A. A. Pealer, President ; Mrs. Sallie Stoker, Secretary, and Mr. David Yost, Treasurer, The place for holding the next convention, Asburyi time, Nov. 7 th. Executive committee ; J. S. Campbell, Nathan Beishline and Millie Runyan. After collection and question box, the con vention adjourned to meet at 7:15 in the evening. Evening session opened with sing ing "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms," and prayer by Rev. Crcveling, after which the convention was favored with a recitation "The Drunkard's Home," by Miss Blanche Austin. Rev. Sutton then discussed the topic "The Bible, the Text-book of the Sunday School." He said, "The Bible is the text book of the individ ual, the text book of the church and Sunday School. The Bible is the text book of salvation. Salvation is not taught in the heavens above us, nor in the earth beneath us, but only in the Bible. The Bible is the book that directs us through this life to our home in heaven. There is not a sentence in it but is worth our study. It is like a hand board by the wayside, having fingers to point the way, so the Bible points the way to heaven." A discussion, "Is temperance taught in the Bible," was opened by H. R. Bower. He said, "Temperance is a comprehensive word. We are taught to be temperate in all things. It may be applied to work, recreation or eat ing. I wish at present to regard it only with reference to abstinence from intoxicating drinks. He divided his remarks into four parts : 1st, sobriety encouraged and commended ; 2nd, drink refused and its rewards ; 3rd, warnings given ; 4th, woes and sen tences. After referring to different passages of scripture, which were read by members of the convention, which proved beyond all doubt that ,temper ance is clearly and emphatically taught in the Bible, he said drunkenness causes physical and financial wrecks. A person may start in life well equipped, both physically and finan cially.but drunkenness will rob him of both. Drunkeness causes moral wrecks A drunkard has not a respectable character to present befoie the woild, let alone appearing before God. Drunkenness causes spiritual wrecks. A duinkaid cannot enter the kingdom ot Heaven. "What is the Design of the Sunday BLOOMSBURG, PA., THURSDAY, MAY 28, 189(5. School convention ?" M. I. Low said, The design of the Sunday School convention is organization, perfect organization. First we have the Sun day School. That is organized. Then we have these conventions in which all the Sunday Schools of the town ship are represented. These conven tions are important because they dovetail into the county organization. In these conventions international denominational spirit is engendered and denominational fidelity is encour aged. Methods and means of work are discussed. We wish to magnify the importance of the Bible in the Sunday School. To learn to love the word of God. We want to hold be fore the people the importance of the Sunday School. To advertise i. These conventions should help the christian but something should be said to brinsr. conviction to the hearts of those who are not christians. "Is it Beneficial to Memorize Scripture ?'' Mr. Sutton said Yes it is beneficial to memorize scripture. We should fill our minds full of it. We should begin while young. Some little passage of scripture, learned in childhood may lead the soul to salvation in after years. The convention was next favored withta recitation "Tommy the Crip ple," which was very impressively rendered by Miss' Daisy McIIcnry. The sentiments of the convention were embodied in the following resolu tions. Whereas, through the great mercy of our Heavenly father we are again permitted to come together in conven tion, we desire first of all to recog nize his goodness and mercy toward us. We acknowledge our dependence on Him, whose we are and whom we serve. 1. Resolved, That as the Home Department is a great factor in secur ing the study of the Bible and also in increasing the Sunday School mem bership we heartily endorse the wotk. 2. Resolved, That we again urge the keeping open of the Sunday School during the winter months. 3. Resolved, That as the Bible is the guide of our life it is, and ever should be, the text book of the Sun day School, and as such should be used in the Sunday School class. 4. Resolved, That as the Bible most emphatically teaches total absti nence, we as S. S. workers and fol lowers of Christ, again place ourselves on record as being most heartily op posed to the Liquor trahic, and will work, pray, and vote for its overthrow. 5. Resolved, That the design of the Sunday School institute is to learn to love God's word to magnify and advertise the Sunday School, to con firm the hope of the christian and to lead sinners to Christ. 6. Resolved, That memorizing scripture is highly beneficial; as God's word stored up in the mind may in after jears, help us to resist tempta tion and cheer and comfort us when earthly comforts fail. 7. Resolved, We heartily thank our visiting brethren for( the inspira tion of their presence and the able manner in which they discussed the different subjects before the conven tion. 8. Resolved, That we tender a vote of thanks to the St. James Church, Sunday School, and community in general for their hospitable entertain ment during the sessions of this con vention. Mr... Annie McHsnry, Miss Sarah J. Campbell, Mrs. Effie Hess. J. S. Campbell, Asst. Sec. Fanners' Institutes. The County Board of Farmers' Institute Managers, will meet at the County Cbmmissioncrs' office on the second Tuesday of June, to arrange for the places where Institutes are to be held this season. All of our people who desire Institutes, ought to attend this meeting and present their claims. This Board is composed of the Local Member of the State Board ofAgr culture, and one representative from each County Agricultural Society, the Pomona Grange and County Alliances. If you find that you connot attend this meeting, address a letter with your request to Chairman of Board oj Institute Managers, care of County Commissioners. A suitable hall for the meeting ought to be provided, free of charge, by the locality wishing the Institute. Every town is possessed of certain individuals who suppose they are re markably smart. One of this sort went into one of our clothing stores and inquired, "is the buyer in ?" He was informed that he was not, but the cellar was down stairs. ' SCHOOL TEAR ENDED. This has bicn a week of anxiety tor the pupils 01 our public schools, as they have been undergoing their final examinations. The worry will be over to-morrow as that day closes the class room work for the present term. The commencement will open next Sunday with a sermon in St. Paul's Episcopal church by the Rector Rev. D. N. Kirkby, at 10:30 A. M. Monday evening, the Juniors will furnish an entertainment in the Opera House, and as they have gone to a great deal of trouble and expense an enjoyable time may be expected. The musical on Tuesday evening will be conducted by O. H. Yetter, which is a sufficient guarantee that it will be of the highest order. The Juniors and B. Juniors, will entertain the classes of '95 and '96 in the High School building Wed nesday evening. The commencement exercises proper will be held in the Opera House Thursday evening. The festivities will conclude with the Alumni banquet Friday evening. Tickets for the different entertain ments can be procured at Slate's book store, and as the net proceeds will be invested in books for the High School library they should be liberally patronized by our citizens. A HIDDEN DEATH. The citizens of Main township were start'ed Monday morning by hearing the report that II. G. John, a resident ot that township, had suddenly died at his residence Sunday evening. The week previous he had an attack of neuralgia of the heart, but had so far recovered as to be able to follow his usual avocatton on Friday and Satur day. Sunday morning he attended church and was apparently well. The family retired at Ihe usual time, and after having been in bed a short time he raised up and informed his wife that he had a pain at his heart. He no more than uttered these words vhen he fell for.v.-ird dead. He was about sixty-eight yta.s of age, and re spected by all who knew him. He leaves to survive him a wife and four children, Mrs. George Shuman, Mrs. Alexander Bitter, Charles F., and Rosa. The funeral was held from his late residence yesterday and the re mains taken to Catawissa, where further services were conducted in the Methodist Church. The interment was m the Friends' burying grounds. AT BEST. Once again death has entered our community and removed from our midst a loving mother, a kind neigh bor and a good friend. Mrs. Sallie Buckingham, who for some time past has been a p itient sufferer, was freed from pain, and her spirit took its flight to its eternal home yesterday morning at twenty minutes past five o'clock. Whilst her health has been poor for sonic time past yet in the midst of all her suffering she bore it with a calm Christian resignation. She maintained her reason to the last, and during the last few hours of her life she was constantly talking about her home, and when interrogated by her family who were constantly at her bedside, if she meant her eternal home, she replied " yes where Jesus lives." The deceased was the young est daughter of the late Judge McRey nolds and moved to this place from Buckhorn in April 1869, where she has continuously resided, and by her consistent Chiistian life won and held the respect and love of a host of friends. She leaves to survive her a daughter and two sons, Mrs. Agnes M., wife of Dr. J. C. Biddle, Superin tendent of the Miners Hospital at Ash land, Dr. H. W. Buckingham, of New York City, and Robert Buckingham Esq , of this place. The funeral ser vices will be conducted at her late residence corner of East and Third streets to morrow morning at ten o'clock, by Rev. I. M. Patterson pas tor of the Presbyterian church, of which she has for many years been a consistent member and closely inden ined with all its work. MEMORIAL DAY PROGRAM. Comrades of Ent Post will meet at their hall at 7:30 A. M., and proceed to Almedia at 8 o'clock. A detail of 1!. O. S. of A. will decorate Vandor slice.and Heller grave yard in the forenoon. Procession will be formed on Market Square at 2:30 T. M. and march to West Street, counter march up Main to East, countermarch down Main to Centre, and up to Cemetery. A short address will be delivered at the soldier's circle by Rev. 1). E. Rupley of Espy." Flowers may be lefjt at the Post room. INTERESTING NEWS From (his store can always bo looked for. crdm; Lilly now when the tables and counters are fairly I overloaded with all the best things in the clothing 1 market when wo find ourselves overloaded in any particular line, we make prices to move quick. Hence these values : Children's Fine Suits. Reefers with large sailor collars, beautifully braided, Fauntleroys with exquisite trimming, blouse suits, made of best serges, flannels and cheviots, all reduced, $7.50, $0.50 and $5.50 grades are $3.98. 5.00, $4.50 and $4.00 grades are $3.48. $3.50, $3.00 and $2.75 grades are $2.48. $2.50 and $2.00 grades are $1.98. Men's light weight coats and vests of finest imported serges, blue, black, medium or light, grey, plain or with pin check, all sizes from 34 to 42, splendid fitting, never retailed before for less than $0.50 to $7.50. A lucky buy on our part enables us to oner them at $500 for coat and vest, lnts to match up, $2.00 and $2 50. The men's suits at $5.00 of certain lines that were $0.50 and $7.50, and the finer grades of certain lines reduced from $3, $0 and $10 to $7.50 to gether with the imported and domestic worsteds at $0 and $10, that are down from $12 to $15, are values that careful and shrewd buyers do not miss. I 'm m mwumcmrnmrrasnmrnaavsra mm jks&nusoA&at a. r- nriinin THE GREAT IMS It has knocked $5.00 men's suits down to $3.75. Suits that are cheap at $10 are now $7.50. Hen's fine suits worth $15 and $18 are down to $10 and $12. Children's knee pant suits worth $3.50, dropped to $1.75 and $2.00. BLOOMSBURG'S MOST POPULAR CLOTHING STORE, : D, L0WEN8ERC. the u. a. k. uits at wnoie Posts. NO. 22 ONE Clothing Sensation. hat mm. Post rates. Indivi- JM to i 1 1 'it.: i;, i .; 'I 5v yU !, Vf. L ! J if 5 .5 1 . ,r : ''MX i t:
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