New York, 1895
The sixth anniversary of the founding of the Epworth league was celebrated at the Methodist church in Patchogue on Sunday. The three local societies have a membership of about 600, divided as follows: Senior league, 410; intermediate, about 60, and junior, about 130. Tne reports of the three secretaries and treasurers show a prosperous condition. All are free from debt with a good balance in the treasury. More than $150 had been used in the past year for charitable purposes.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Blessed a Statue of the Virgin
New York, 1895
At three o'clock yesterday afternoon, the statue of the Virgin and Child was blessed in St. Mary's German Catholic Church, Jamaica, the Rev. Father Zeller, pastor. The services consisted of a vesper service, followed by a sermon in German by the Rev. Father Hanselman, and a sermon in English by Vicar General McNamara, who afterwards dedicated the statue. The benediction followed the dedication of the statue. The statue was then carried from the altar to the street, the priests chanting the Litany of the Blessed Virgin, after which it was hoisted to its place in the steeple over the Shelton avenue entrance to the church. The statue is over 8 feet in height and was imported from Paris.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
At three o'clock yesterday afternoon, the statue of the Virgin and Child was blessed in St. Mary's German Catholic Church, Jamaica, the Rev. Father Zeller, pastor. The services consisted of a vesper service, followed by a sermon in German by the Rev. Father Hanselman, and a sermon in English by Vicar General McNamara, who afterwards dedicated the statue. The benediction followed the dedication of the statue. The statue was then carried from the altar to the street, the priests chanting the Litany of the Blessed Virgin, after which it was hoisted to its place in the steeple over the Shelton avenue entrance to the church. The statue is over 8 feet in height and was imported from Paris.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Sunday School Convention
New York, 1895
The twenty-fifth annual convention of the county Sunday school association will be held in the Presbyterian church at Newtown on Wednesday afternoon and evening, June 5. Following is the program:
Convention called to order by Dr. Charles H. Ludlum, president. Reading scriptures, prayer, minutes of last convention, treasurer's report, appointment of committees, nominations, resolutions, auditing, place of next convention; appointment of delegates to state convention, Saratoga, June 11-13; greeting to the convention, the Rev. J. E. Mallmann, Newtown; response by the president; report of town secretaries, Hempstead, Oyster Bay, Jamaica, Long Island City, Flushing, North Hempstead and Newtown; report of secretary woman's mission aid, Mrs. J. J. Davies; "The Work and the Worker," led by Dr. J. S. Cooley, Glen Cove; an informal discussion of Sunday school difficulties, experiences and methods; exhibition of the sand map, by Miss Juliet E. Dimock, Elizabeth, N. J.; questions for the question box.
Evening session, 7.30 o'clock — Anthem, reading scriptures, prayer, election of officers, introduction of president-elect, address, the Rev. B. B. Tyler, D. D., New York, subject, "The Present Position of the Bible and Its Perils;" question box, Mr. Isaac O. Hendrickson, Jamaica; reports of committees, resolutions and remarks, parting words by the president.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
The twenty-fifth annual convention of the county Sunday school association will be held in the Presbyterian church at Newtown on Wednesday afternoon and evening, June 5. Following is the program:
Convention called to order by Dr. Charles H. Ludlum, president. Reading scriptures, prayer, minutes of last convention, treasurer's report, appointment of committees, nominations, resolutions, auditing, place of next convention; appointment of delegates to state convention, Saratoga, June 11-13; greeting to the convention, the Rev. J. E. Mallmann, Newtown; response by the president; report of town secretaries, Hempstead, Oyster Bay, Jamaica, Long Island City, Flushing, North Hempstead and Newtown; report of secretary woman's mission aid, Mrs. J. J. Davies; "The Work and the Worker," led by Dr. J. S. Cooley, Glen Cove; an informal discussion of Sunday school difficulties, experiences and methods; exhibition of the sand map, by Miss Juliet E. Dimock, Elizabeth, N. J.; questions for the question box.
Evening session, 7.30 o'clock — Anthem, reading scriptures, prayer, election of officers, introduction of president-elect, address, the Rev. B. B. Tyler, D. D., New York, subject, "The Present Position of the Bible and Its Perils;" question box, Mr. Isaac O. Hendrickson, Jamaica; reports of committees, resolutions and remarks, parting words by the president.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Sunday Wheeling Criticised
New York, 1895
The Rev. W. P. Ferguson, in his remarks to the Methodist Sunday school at Patchogue on Sunday afternoon, severely criticised Sunday century runs participated in by cyclists from neighboring cities. He says that these runs to Patchogue are a nuisance and a desecration of the Sabbath.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
The Rev. W. P. Ferguson, in his remarks to the Methodist Sunday school at Patchogue on Sunday afternoon, severely criticised Sunday century runs participated in by cyclists from neighboring cities. He says that these runs to Patchogue are a nuisance and a desecration of the Sabbath.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
The Bishop's Visitations
New York, 1895
On Sunday Bishop Littlejohn will visit St. George's at Flushing in the morning, St. John's at Long Island City in the afternoon, and Calvary church, Brooklyn, in the evening. On the following Sunday, June 2, Grace church at Massapequa.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
On Sunday Bishop Littlejohn will visit St. George's at Flushing in the morning, St. John's at Long Island City in the afternoon, and Calvary church, Brooklyn, in the evening. On the following Sunday, June 2, Grace church at Massapequa.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Veterans to Attend Church
New York, 1895
Jamaica Post, G. A. R., will attend services at the Methodist church on Sunday evening, the 26th, at the invitation of the pastor, Rev. H. H. Beattys, who will deliver a Memorial Day sermon. All veterans are invited to attend the service with the Post.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Jamaica Post, G. A. R., will attend services at the Methodist church on Sunday evening, the 26th, at the invitation of the pastor, Rev. H. H. Beattys, who will deliver a Memorial Day sermon. All veterans are invited to attend the service with the Post.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Vested Choir Anniversary
New York, 1895
Jamaica Church Notes
The anniversary of the vested choir in Grace church will occur next Sunday, when the music sung on the opening day will be repeated. Master Holt will sing "The Holy City."
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Jamaica Church Notes
The anniversary of the vested choir in Grace church will occur next Sunday, when the music sung on the opening day will be repeated. Master Holt will sing "The Holy City."
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
An Enjoyable Vesper Service
New York, 1895
A vesper choral service at the Reformed church, Jamaica, Sunday night, attracted a large congregation, members of other churches forming a large part of the gathering. The chief feature of the program was Mendelssohn's cantata, "Hear My Prayer," a composition of exceeding beauty that had never before been heard in the village. Mrs. Wilkes, the solo soprano of the choir, achieved remarkable success in rendering the solos, which are very elaborate and exceedingly difficult, and the other parts and the chorus were admirably sustained. Mr. John W. Jones, the musical director, is to be congratulated on his choir reaching the point that makes the rendering of such a work possible.
Miss Irene Brinckerhoff, organist, made two valuable contributions to the program. The prelude was Schumann's magnificent "Pictures from the Orient," a delightful bit of tone coloring, and Guilmant's majestic "Grand Choeur," both of which she rendered with much finish.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
A vesper choral service at the Reformed church, Jamaica, Sunday night, attracted a large congregation, members of other churches forming a large part of the gathering. The chief feature of the program was Mendelssohn's cantata, "Hear My Prayer," a composition of exceeding beauty that had never before been heard in the village. Mrs. Wilkes, the solo soprano of the choir, achieved remarkable success in rendering the solos, which are very elaborate and exceedingly difficult, and the other parts and the chorus were admirably sustained. Mr. John W. Jones, the musical director, is to be congratulated on his choir reaching the point that makes the rendering of such a work possible.
Miss Irene Brinckerhoff, organist, made two valuable contributions to the program. The prelude was Schumann's magnificent "Pictures from the Orient," a delightful bit of tone coloring, and Guilmant's majestic "Grand Choeur," both of which she rendered with much finish.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Pastor Matthews Ordered to Leave
New York, 1895
Woodhaven and Ozone Park News.
The elders of the Pilgrim Congregational church at Brooklyn Hills have ordered the pastor, Francis Matthews, to leave the church. They charged him with spreading stories about the church, and demanded his resignation. Mr. Matthews is a lay preacher and has not yet been ordained. He was charged with making his sermons personal and not preaching the gospel. Other more serious complaints were made against the minister. Mr. Matthews remained silent, and his wife defended him. The elders, not being able to reply to the woman, left the church after ordering the pastor to send in his resignation. Mr. Mathews says the charges against him are false, and that he will remain. He defies the church officials.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Woodhaven and Ozone Park News.
The elders of the Pilgrim Congregational church at Brooklyn Hills have ordered the pastor, Francis Matthews, to leave the church. They charged him with spreading stories about the church, and demanded his resignation. Mr. Matthews is a lay preacher and has not yet been ordained. He was charged with making his sermons personal and not preaching the gospel. Other more serious complaints were made against the minister. Mr. Matthews remained silent, and his wife defended him. The elders, not being able to reply to the woman, left the church after ordering the pastor to send in his resignation. Mr. Mathews says the charges against him are false, and that he will remain. He defies the church officials.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 8.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Salvation Army Jubilee
New York, 1895
At the Salvation Army barracks on the Rockaway road, to-night, there will be a grand jubilee and musical festival, and the admission fee is only 10 cents. Adjutant Hicks, the Harrisburg Torpedo, and Staff Captain Walton, the Hallelujah Hieroglyphic, will conduct the meeting. Captain Chapin and a host of other blood washed warriors will be present. Everybody welcome and a good time assured.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
At the Salvation Army barracks on the Rockaway road, to-night, there will be a grand jubilee and musical festival, and the admission fee is only 10 cents. Adjutant Hicks, the Harrisburg Torpedo, and Staff Captain Walton, the Hallelujah Hieroglyphic, will conduct the meeting. Captain Chapin and a host of other blood washed warriors will be present. Everybody welcome and a good time assured.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Quaker Bi-centennial Meeting
New York, 1895
On May 29 the Society of Friends will celebrate at Flushing the bi-centennial of the New York yearly meeting. The celebration will be held in the old Quaker meeting house, which has been standing 200 years and is still in excellent preservation.
The selection of Flushing as the place for the celebration is appropriate, considering the fact that there were for a long time more Quakers there than at any other place in the state. As long ago as 1620 Quaker meetings were held in the open air at a spot near the site of the present meeting house.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
On May 29 the Society of Friends will celebrate at Flushing the bi-centennial of the New York yearly meeting. The celebration will be held in the old Quaker meeting house, which has been standing 200 years and is still in excellent preservation.
The selection of Flushing as the place for the celebration is appropriate, considering the fact that there were for a long time more Quakers there than at any other place in the state. As long ago as 1620 Quaker meetings were held in the open air at a spot near the site of the present meeting house.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
News of the Churches
New York, 1895
Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Church — A New Pastor at Southold.
The Patchogue Methodist church has called the Rev. Arthur W. Byrt of Morris Park to succeed the Rev. W. P. Ferguson. Mr. Byrt will go to Patchogue with the record of successes at Morris Park and Ozone Park. He is now serving his fifth year at Morris Park. He will assume his new charge on July 1.
The Rev. Joseph Speers, of the Brentwood Presbyterian church has been appointed chaplain to the New York City insane asylum at Central Islip. He will remain as pastor of the Brentwood and Comac Presbyterian churches.
The woman's home and foreign missionary society of the presbytery of Long Island will hold its annual meeting at Bridgehampton, Wednesday and Thursday, June 5 and 6.
The Rev. C. H. Wilson, of Sag Harbor, preached his one thousandth sermon in the Presbyterian church Sunday evening.
At an adjourned meeting of the ecclesiastical society of Bethany Congregational church of East Rockaway, Friday night, it was decided to withdraw as a mission and to stand in the future upon its own footing as a church.
The semi-annual convention of the Christian Endeavor union will be held at the Presbyterian church, Hempstead, on May 28, afternoon and evening.
The Presbyterians at Southold have recently completed the remodeling and enlarging of their historic edifice at a cost of $12,000.
The diocesan convention of the Episcopal church will be held in the cathedral at Garden City on Tuesday.
The Methodist Episcopal society of Hempstead will spend $15,000 in improving their church building.
The Rev. James B. Freeman was installed pastor of the Presbyterian church at Southold last evening.
The new Episcopal church at Queens is about completed.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Church — A New Pastor at Southold.
The Patchogue Methodist church has called the Rev. Arthur W. Byrt of Morris Park to succeed the Rev. W. P. Ferguson. Mr. Byrt will go to Patchogue with the record of successes at Morris Park and Ozone Park. He is now serving his fifth year at Morris Park. He will assume his new charge on July 1.
The Rev. Joseph Speers, of the Brentwood Presbyterian church has been appointed chaplain to the New York City insane asylum at Central Islip. He will remain as pastor of the Brentwood and Comac Presbyterian churches.
The woman's home and foreign missionary society of the presbytery of Long Island will hold its annual meeting at Bridgehampton, Wednesday and Thursday, June 5 and 6.
The Rev. C. H. Wilson, of Sag Harbor, preached his one thousandth sermon in the Presbyterian church Sunday evening.
At an adjourned meeting of the ecclesiastical society of Bethany Congregational church of East Rockaway, Friday night, it was decided to withdraw as a mission and to stand in the future upon its own footing as a church.
The semi-annual convention of the Christian Endeavor union will be held at the Presbyterian church, Hempstead, on May 28, afternoon and evening.
The Presbyterians at Southold have recently completed the remodeling and enlarging of their historic edifice at a cost of $12,000.
The diocesan convention of the Episcopal church will be held in the cathedral at Garden City on Tuesday.
The Methodist Episcopal society of Hempstead will spend $15,000 in improving their church building.
The Rev. James B. Freeman was installed pastor of the Presbyterian church at Southold last evening.
The new Episcopal church at Queens is about completed.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
A New Edifice But No Harmony in Newtown
New York, 1895
Presbyterians Have a Spirited Row and Almost Come to Blows
Notwithstanding the impressiveness of the ceremonies attending the recent dedication of the Presbyterian church at Newtown, and the apparent harmony that marked that event, it is now feared that the dissensions that are known to have long existed between the pastor, the Rev. J. E. Mallmann, and his friends, on the one side, and a faction that opposes his ministry on the other, may have disastrous results. The collections have fallen off and now there has been an open rupture in the board of trustees. This occurred Wednesday night at a meeting in the residence of Chairman Scheper, which was called by the anti-Mallmanites. The trustees present were Messrs. Morgan, Hardgrove, Proctor, Hoflinger, and Clerk Hathaway.
The meeting had just begun when Trustee Morgan accused Trustee Scheper of being in a scheme to sell a certain part of the church ground. Morgan contemptuously referred to his pastor as "that fellow" and "Mallman" and declared that the majority of the trustees were against the scheme to part with any of the church property. Chairman Scheper declared that Morgan's remarks were highly insulting. He told Morgan to desist, and failing to get order Mr. Scheper ordered Morgan out of his house and threatened to use force if necessary. Some of the cool headed trustees tried to secure order, but failed, and Morgan marched out of the house before a constable, who had been sent for, arrived.
The meeting then broke up.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Note: They have Rev. Mallman's name spelled with two n's in one place. Sometimes it's with one n, as in an earlier article of mine and with two n's, also in an earlier article of mine.
Online, I found a couple of outside references to Mallman, a book for sale that was inscribed to him. The book was by Edwin W. Rice, D.D., called "Our Sixty-Six Sacred Books: How They Came to Us, and What They are."
In the description it says adds this about Mallman, again with his name with one n and once with two n's!:
Philadelphia American Sunday-School Union 1893, Fourth Edition Hard Cover Signed by Author Good 159 pages, index; black and white illustrated with facsimiles of early Bibles; Inscribed and signed by the author, to Rev. J.E. Mallmann, in Lake George, N.Y. Aug. 28, 1895; expounding and interpreting various biblical historical topics in early forms; a good association copy between Edwin Wilbur Rice (1831-1929) Congregational clergyman, editor, author and with the American Sunday School for many years and J.E. Mallman, minister from Shelter Island, Long Island, New York and author of Historical Papers on Shelter Island and its Presbyterian Church 1899...
At abebooks.com, as of today, there is a copy of Mallman's book, "Historical Papers...," with the author field having it Mallmann (with two n's.) So maybe that's the way he spelled his name, but who knows!
Presbyterians Have a Spirited Row and Almost Come to Blows
Notwithstanding the impressiveness of the ceremonies attending the recent dedication of the Presbyterian church at Newtown, and the apparent harmony that marked that event, it is now feared that the dissensions that are known to have long existed between the pastor, the Rev. J. E. Mallmann, and his friends, on the one side, and a faction that opposes his ministry on the other, may have disastrous results. The collections have fallen off and now there has been an open rupture in the board of trustees. This occurred Wednesday night at a meeting in the residence of Chairman Scheper, which was called by the anti-Mallmanites. The trustees present were Messrs. Morgan, Hardgrove, Proctor, Hoflinger, and Clerk Hathaway.
The meeting had just begun when Trustee Morgan accused Trustee Scheper of being in a scheme to sell a certain part of the church ground. Morgan contemptuously referred to his pastor as "that fellow" and "Mallman" and declared that the majority of the trustees were against the scheme to part with any of the church property. Chairman Scheper declared that Morgan's remarks were highly insulting. He told Morgan to desist, and failing to get order Mr. Scheper ordered Morgan out of his house and threatened to use force if necessary. Some of the cool headed trustees tried to secure order, but failed, and Morgan marched out of the house before a constable, who had been sent for, arrived.
The meeting then broke up.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 24, 1895, p. 1.
Note: They have Rev. Mallman's name spelled with two n's in one place. Sometimes it's with one n, as in an earlier article of mine and with two n's, also in an earlier article of mine.
Online, I found a couple of outside references to Mallman, a book for sale that was inscribed to him. The book was by Edwin W. Rice, D.D., called "Our Sixty-Six Sacred Books: How They Came to Us, and What They are."
In the description it says adds this about Mallman, again with his name with one n and once with two n's!:
Philadelphia American Sunday-School Union 1893, Fourth Edition Hard Cover Signed by Author Good 159 pages, index; black and white illustrated with facsimiles of early Bibles; Inscribed and signed by the author, to Rev. J.E. Mallmann, in Lake George, N.Y. Aug. 28, 1895; expounding and interpreting various biblical historical topics in early forms; a good association copy between Edwin Wilbur Rice (1831-1929) Congregational clergyman, editor, author and with the American Sunday School for many years and J.E. Mallman, minister from Shelter Island, Long Island, New York and author of Historical Papers on Shelter Island and its Presbyterian Church 1899...
At abebooks.com, as of today, there is a copy of Mallman's book, "Historical Papers...," with the author field having it Mallmann (with two n's.) So maybe that's the way he spelled his name, but who knows!
Saturday, July 26, 2008
A Statue of the Holy Virgin
New York, 1895
The remodeled Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Jamaica, will be the scene of an interesting ceremony on Thursday, the 23d inst., the feast of the Ascension of Christ. On that occasion a large statute of the Virgin Mary, with the holy Child, will be dedicated, and placed in the niche turret over the church front. The Rev. Father Zeller has made extensive preparations tor the event. He announces that Vicar General McNamara will perform the ceremony.
The statue is a fine piece of art, a "Regina Ceoli," eight and one-half feet high. It was imported from Paris.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
The remodeled Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Jamaica, will be the scene of an interesting ceremony on Thursday, the 23d inst., the feast of the Ascension of Christ. On that occasion a large statute of the Virgin Mary, with the holy Child, will be dedicated, and placed in the niche turret over the church front. The Rev. Father Zeller has made extensive preparations tor the event. He announces that Vicar General McNamara will perform the ceremony.
The statue is a fine piece of art, a "Regina Ceoli," eight and one-half feet high. It was imported from Paris.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Pastor and Elder At War
New York, 1895
The Presbyterian Church at Newtown May Have a New Head.
For the past few months there has been a row brewing in the Presbyterian church at Newtown. It culminated Thursday night in a severe criticism of Rev. J. E. Mallman, the pastor, by Elder John H. Prall, which is likely to result in the withdrawal of the pastor. The row was caused by the failure of Pastor Mallman to read a letter at the dedication services, sent by Rev. George H. Payson, a former pastor of the church for nine years.
The late John G. Payntar at the time of his death gave $75,000 for the erection of a new stone church. This church was dedicated Sunday with impressive ceremonies. When the will was made, Rev. Mr. Payson was made one of the trustees for the construction of the church, he being at that time pastor. Later when he left the church Rev. Mr. Mallman was put in his place.
While the church was being built Mr. Mallman, it is said, quarreled with the widow of the donor of the money about the plans of construction. This angered the widow and she remained away from the services. Rev. Mr. Payson also remained away.
The fact that these two persons were not present made considerable gossip. A few days ago Elder Prall received a letter from Rev. Mr. Payson. He said that he had not been treated properly in regard to the dedication services and that he had sent a letter to the preacher telling of his interest in the flock and his love for the Christian brethren of Newtown. He added that this was not read and that it put him in a false light.
Elder Prall immediately called a session of the elders, and they requested that Rev. Mr. Mallman read the letter at a fellowship meeting of the Presbytery of Nassau held at the church Thursday night. The dominie replied that he would do nothing of the kind.
The elders waited until the close of the meeting, and ample time was given the preacher to read the letter. Then Elder Prall got up in his seat and asked the pastor to read the epistle. Rev. Mr. Mallman again refused. Then the elder told the whole story and concluded by reading the letter he had received from Rev. Mr. Payson.
There was a silence when the preacher arose in the pulpit to explain why he did not read the letter. He contented himself with saying that the sacredness of the house and the reverence he had for the services prevented him from making a reply.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
The Presbyterian Church at Newtown May Have a New Head.
For the past few months there has been a row brewing in the Presbyterian church at Newtown. It culminated Thursday night in a severe criticism of Rev. J. E. Mallman, the pastor, by Elder John H. Prall, which is likely to result in the withdrawal of the pastor. The row was caused by the failure of Pastor Mallman to read a letter at the dedication services, sent by Rev. George H. Payson, a former pastor of the church for nine years.
The late John G. Payntar at the time of his death gave $75,000 for the erection of a new stone church. This church was dedicated Sunday with impressive ceremonies. When the will was made, Rev. Mr. Payson was made one of the trustees for the construction of the church, he being at that time pastor. Later when he left the church Rev. Mr. Mallman was put in his place.
While the church was being built Mr. Mallman, it is said, quarreled with the widow of the donor of the money about the plans of construction. This angered the widow and she remained away from the services. Rev. Mr. Payson also remained away.
The fact that these two persons were not present made considerable gossip. A few days ago Elder Prall received a letter from Rev. Mr. Payson. He said that he had not been treated properly in regard to the dedication services and that he had sent a letter to the preacher telling of his interest in the flock and his love for the Christian brethren of Newtown. He added that this was not read and that it put him in a false light.
Elder Prall immediately called a session of the elders, and they requested that Rev. Mr. Mallman read the letter at a fellowship meeting of the Presbytery of Nassau held at the church Thursday night. The dominie replied that he would do nothing of the kind.
The elders waited until the close of the meeting, and ample time was given the preacher to read the letter. Then Elder Prall got up in his seat and asked the pastor to read the epistle. Rev. Mr. Mallman again refused. Then the elder told the whole story and concluded by reading the letter he had received from Rev. Mr. Payson.
There was a silence when the preacher arose in the pulpit to explain why he did not read the letter. He contented himself with saying that the sacredness of the house and the reverence he had for the services prevented him from making a reply.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
A Vesper Choral Service
New York, 1895
A vesper choral service will be given in the Reformed church, Jamaica, on Sunday evening, the 19th, at 7.30, and for the first time in Jamaica will be sung Mendelsohn's great cantata "Hear My Prayer." This noble work is a rare treat to all lovers of good music. The solo will be sung by L. P. Wilkes; the other numbers to be sung are the "Gloria" from Farmer's Mass, a duet for tenor and bass, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," sung by Messrs. Jones and Hardenbrook, and an anthem, "The Lord is My Shepherd," arranged by Leo Kopler. Miss Irene Brinckerhoff will preside at the organ. J. W. Jones will conduct the singing. A short address will be given by the Rev. Edgar Tilton, Jr., the pastor. On Sunday evening, May 26, the "Inflammatus," from Rossini's "Stabet Mater" will be sung.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
A vesper choral service will be given in the Reformed church, Jamaica, on Sunday evening, the 19th, at 7.30, and for the first time in Jamaica will be sung Mendelsohn's great cantata "Hear My Prayer." This noble work is a rare treat to all lovers of good music. The solo will be sung by L. P. Wilkes; the other numbers to be sung are the "Gloria" from Farmer's Mass, a duet for tenor and bass, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," sung by Messrs. Jones and Hardenbrook, and an anthem, "The Lord is My Shepherd," arranged by Leo Kopler. Miss Irene Brinckerhoff will preside at the organ. J. W. Jones will conduct the singing. A short address will be given by the Rev. Edgar Tilton, Jr., the pastor. On Sunday evening, May 26, the "Inflammatus," from Rossini's "Stabet Mater" will be sung.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Christian Endeavor Rally
New York, 1895
The semi-annual convention of the Jamaica union of the Christian Endeavor was held at the Baptist church, Thursday evening. The attendance was large. Morrell Smith, president, occupied the chair, and Miss Corinne Stillwell, secretary, kept the minutes. The proceedings opened with a song service, after which a Bible lesson was read and prayer offered by the Rev. Charles Rutherford, of Springfield. The convention was welcomed by the Rev. Charles S. Daniels, pastor of the church. Rev. W. G. Bassett made an address on the religious and social benefits conferred upon the church by the Christian Endeavor movement.
The "open parliament" was conducted by Mrs. Frank I. Wheat, of Woodhaven, and the consecration service by Mr. Eckert, of Richmond Hill.
Miss Lizzie Styles contributed a soprano solo and a quartet comprising Miss Styles, Miss Bodge, Mr. Erdman and Mr. Hardenbrook sang a selection with pleasing effect. Miss Bartow acted as piano accompanist.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
The semi-annual convention of the Jamaica union of the Christian Endeavor was held at the Baptist church, Thursday evening. The attendance was large. Morrell Smith, president, occupied the chair, and Miss Corinne Stillwell, secretary, kept the minutes. The proceedings opened with a song service, after which a Bible lesson was read and prayer offered by the Rev. Charles Rutherford, of Springfield. The convention was welcomed by the Rev. Charles S. Daniels, pastor of the church. Rev. W. G. Bassett made an address on the religious and social benefits conferred upon the church by the Christian Endeavor movement.
The "open parliament" was conducted by Mrs. Frank I. Wheat, of Woodhaven, and the consecration service by Mr. Eckert, of Richmond Hill.
Miss Lizzie Styles contributed a soprano solo and a quartet comprising Miss Styles, Miss Bodge, Mr. Erdman and Mr. Hardenbrook sang a selection with pleasing effect. Miss Bartow acted as piano accompanist.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Was His Dog Poisoned by Some Angry Church Member?
New York, 1895
Rector Niles Has His Way
A St. Bernard dog three foot high, weighing about two hundred pounds and valued at $300, which was in the care of the Rev. Mr. Niles of the Church of the Ascension at Rockville Centre, was poisoned Sunday night. The animal belonged to a brother of the rector, and it is generally believed that the poisoning was done by some enemy of the rector, and many connect the poisoning with the recent troubles between the rector and the choir and young people's society.
Several months ago the choir objected on social grounds to several new members whom the pastor introduced. Then the pastor disbanded the choir and introduced a boy choir, which is now furnishing the church music. The next trouble was with the young people's society of which the pastor was president. They had raised $335 for a church organ and wanted to wait until they could purchase a fine one, but he insisted on using the money they had on hand to secure an instrument at once. A conflict arose, and last Tuesday night, at the monthly meeting, the rector disbanded the young people's society. They refuse to be disbanded and will not submit. So there is war all around and the young people and the old choir promise to make things warm for Mr. Niles. The poisoning of his brother's dog is taken as the first attempt at retaliation.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Rector Niles Has His Way
A St. Bernard dog three foot high, weighing about two hundred pounds and valued at $300, which was in the care of the Rev. Mr. Niles of the Church of the Ascension at Rockville Centre, was poisoned Sunday night. The animal belonged to a brother of the rector, and it is generally believed that the poisoning was done by some enemy of the rector, and many connect the poisoning with the recent troubles between the rector and the choir and young people's society.
Several months ago the choir objected on social grounds to several new members whom the pastor introduced. Then the pastor disbanded the choir and introduced a boy choir, which is now furnishing the church music. The next trouble was with the young people's society of which the pastor was president. They had raised $335 for a church organ and wanted to wait until they could purchase a fine one, but he insisted on using the money they had on hand to secure an instrument at once. A conflict arose, and last Tuesday night, at the monthly meeting, the rector disbanded the young people's society. They refuse to be disbanded and will not submit. So there is war all around and the young people and the old choir promise to make things warm for Mr. Niles. The poisoning of his brother's dog is taken as the first attempt at retaliation.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Rev. Phraner Preached Sunday
New York, 1895
Jamaica Church Notes.
The Rev. William Phraner occupied the pulpit in the Reformed church Sunday evening.
The dedication of St. Mary's statue will take place May 23. The Rev. P. F. McNamara will officiate.
The Rev. J. Howard Hobbs is attending the Presbyterian General Assembly at Pittsburg, Penn., as a delegate from the Presbytery of Nassau.
The Rev. Edgar J. Tilton and Ditmars Eldert have been appointed delegates to the General Synod of the Reformed church, which meets at Grand Rapids, Mich., June 5.
Ascension Day falls on Thursday, May 23. The full choral service, with anthems, will be sung at Grace church in the evening. The following Sunday will be the first anniversary of the boy choir, and they will then repeat the music which they sang on the opening day. Master Holt will sing "The Holy City," which was originally given by Master Frank Sims, of St. George's church, Brooklyn. Master Holt is developing, in the estimation of his friends, into an exceptionally fine soprano.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Jamaica Church Notes.
The Rev. William Phraner occupied the pulpit in the Reformed church Sunday evening.
The dedication of St. Mary's statue will take place May 23. The Rev. P. F. McNamara will officiate.
The Rev. J. Howard Hobbs is attending the Presbyterian General Assembly at Pittsburg, Penn., as a delegate from the Presbytery of Nassau.
The Rev. Edgar J. Tilton and Ditmars Eldert have been appointed delegates to the General Synod of the Reformed church, which meets at Grand Rapids, Mich., June 5.
Ascension Day falls on Thursday, May 23. The full choral service, with anthems, will be sung at Grace church in the evening. The following Sunday will be the first anniversary of the boy choir, and they will then repeat the music which they sang on the opening day. Master Holt will sing "The Holy City," which was originally given by Master Frank Sims, of St. George's church, Brooklyn. Master Holt is developing, in the estimation of his friends, into an exceptionally fine soprano.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
St. Joseph's Church Improvements
New York, 1895
The News of Queens.
The grounds about St. Joseph's church have been graded and otherwise improved.
Creedmoor is to have a Methodist chapel. John Klein has donated ground for the building.
The members of the Reformed church have improved their property by grading and widening the sidewalk leading from the chapel to the railroad.
Rev. Joseph S. Motoda, P. H. D. lectured in costume at St. Joseph's church on Tuesday evening on the customs and manners of the Japanese people, for the benefit of the church building fund. The ladies of the Girls friendly society served tea after the lecture.
The following officers of the Reformed Sunday School have been elected for the ensuing year: Superintendent, Townsend Hendrickson; assistant superintendent, Benjamin Bergen; secretary, Irving J. Kelsey; treasurer, Peter C. Hendrickson; librarian, C. Cyril Hendrickson; assistants, Clarence Hendrickson, William Nichols and W. A. Kissam; organist, Miss Maud Hendrickson.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
The News of Queens.
The grounds about St. Joseph's church have been graded and otherwise improved.
Creedmoor is to have a Methodist chapel. John Klein has donated ground for the building.
The members of the Reformed church have improved their property by grading and widening the sidewalk leading from the chapel to the railroad.
Rev. Joseph S. Motoda, P. H. D. lectured in costume at St. Joseph's church on Tuesday evening on the customs and manners of the Japanese people, for the benefit of the church building fund. The ladies of the Girls friendly society served tea after the lecture.
The following officers of the Reformed Sunday School have been elected for the ensuing year: Superintendent, Townsend Hendrickson; assistant superintendent, Benjamin Bergen; secretary, Irving J. Kelsey; treasurer, Peter C. Hendrickson; librarian, C. Cyril Hendrickson; assistants, Clarence Hendrickson, William Nichols and W. A. Kissam; organist, Miss Maud Hendrickson.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 8.
Catholic Church of Woodside
New York, 1895
A purchase of eight acres of a portion of the old Riker estate has been effected by the Roman Catholic church of Woodside. A church building to cost $10,000 is to be built.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 4.
A purchase of eight acres of a portion of the old Riker estate has been effected by the Roman Catholic church of Woodside. A church building to cost $10,000 is to be built.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 4.
Friday, July 25, 2008
Society of Friends' Meeting
New York, 1895
The bicentennial of the establishment of the New York yearly meeting of the Society of Friends, will be held in the old Friend's Meeting House in Flushing on Wednesday, May 29th. It will be particularly interesting to the members of the society as well as to the descendants of those who have been members of the society. The exercises will include an historical sketch of the society from its formation down to 1828, by James Worth, of Mt. Kisco; an address by Marianna Chapman, of Brooklyn, on the "Position of Woman in the Society of Friends;" an essay by Aaron A. Powell, of New York, on "What the Society of Friends has accomplished in philanthropic work," and a poem by Mary S. Kimber, of New York.
The W. C. T. U. Building
Work was begun Monday on the Woman's Christian Temperance union building at the Chautauqua grounds, Point o' Woods. The building will contain twenty-five apartments, kitchen, dining rooms and assembly halls.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
The bicentennial of the establishment of the New York yearly meeting of the Society of Friends, will be held in the old Friend's Meeting House in Flushing on Wednesday, May 29th. It will be particularly interesting to the members of the society as well as to the descendants of those who have been members of the society. The exercises will include an historical sketch of the society from its formation down to 1828, by James Worth, of Mt. Kisco; an address by Marianna Chapman, of Brooklyn, on the "Position of Woman in the Society of Friends;" an essay by Aaron A. Powell, of New York, on "What the Society of Friends has accomplished in philanthropic work," and a poem by Mary S. Kimber, of New York.
The W. C. T. U. Building
Work was begun Monday on the Woman's Christian Temperance union building at the Chautauqua grounds, Point o' Woods. The building will contain twenty-five apartments, kitchen, dining rooms and assembly halls.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
Won't Argue with Socialists
New York, 1895
The Rev. John Baumeister, pastor of the Reformed church, who started a crusade against Sunday desecration, has declined a challenge from the College Point section of the Socialistic labor party, for a public discussion of the state Sunday law.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
The Rev. John Baumeister, pastor of the Reformed church, who started a crusade against Sunday desecration, has declined a challenge from the College Point section of the Socialistic labor party, for a public discussion of the state Sunday law.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 17, 1895, p. 1.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Meeting of the Epworth League
New York, 1895
A Large Gathering of Young Christians at Rockville Centre.
The Epworth League convention held in St. Mark's Methodist church at Rockville Centre on Tuesday was one of the largest gatherings of religious people ever seen in that village. Delegates were present from all parts of the island.
The morning session opened with devotional exercises. After roll call, which showed thirty-five chapters were represented, the Rev. James S. Chadwick, of Brooklyn, spoke on the "Quiet Hour." His remarks were followed by a consecration service.
The afternoon session was opened by the Rev. R. W. Jones, of Brooklyn. A series of papers on the "Epworth League at Work" were presented. Many of them gave excellent suggestions to the older as well as the younger members of the league.
Cornelius S. Loder read a paper on "Spiritual Work." John J. Holden read a paper on "Bible Study." Presiding Elder Wing gave an interesting talk on the purposes of the Epworth summer assembly which is to be held at Point of Woods in July. Miss C. A. Teale gave an address on social work.
The evening session opened with devotional exercises conducted by Edgar McDonald. The address was by the Rev. Emory J. Haynes, D. D., of New York.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
A Large Gathering of Young Christians at Rockville Centre.
The Epworth League convention held in St. Mark's Methodist church at Rockville Centre on Tuesday was one of the largest gatherings of religious people ever seen in that village. Delegates were present from all parts of the island.
The morning session opened with devotional exercises. After roll call, which showed thirty-five chapters were represented, the Rev. James S. Chadwick, of Brooklyn, spoke on the "Quiet Hour." His remarks were followed by a consecration service.
The afternoon session was opened by the Rev. R. W. Jones, of Brooklyn. A series of papers on the "Epworth League at Work" were presented. Many of them gave excellent suggestions to the older as well as the younger members of the league.
Cornelius S. Loder read a paper on "Spiritual Work." John J. Holden read a paper on "Bible Study." Presiding Elder Wing gave an interesting talk on the purposes of the Epworth summer assembly which is to be held at Point of Woods in July. Miss C. A. Teale gave an address on social work.
The evening session opened with devotional exercises conducted by Edgar McDonald. The address was by the Rev. Emory J. Haynes, D. D., of New York.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Jamaica Church Notes
New York, 1895
Charles Jerome Coleman, of New York, began his engagement as organist of the Presbyterian church on Sunday. The church at present is without a choir.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Charles Jerome Coleman, of New York, began his engagement as organist of the Presbyterian church on Sunday. The church at present is without a choir.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
War Songs by Boys
New York, 1895
A very entertaining program of war songs has been arranged by Professor Hopkins for the entertainment to be given at the Town Hall on the evening of Decoration Day by the boy choir of Grace Church. The veterans are to be present in a body. The full program is as follows:
Jamaica Post, G. A. R., has accepted an invitation to be present. Tickets at 50 cents may be purchased of members of the choir. Friends of the choir who have war souvenirs or trophies are invited to lend them for the purpose of decorating the hall.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
A very entertaining program of war songs has been arranged by Professor Hopkins for the entertainment to be given at the Town Hall on the evening of Decoration Day by the boy choir of Grace Church. The veterans are to be present in a body. The full program is as follows:
Jamaica Post, G. A. R., has accepted an invitation to be present. Tickets at 50 cents may be purchased of members of the choir. Friends of the choir who have war souvenirs or trophies are invited to lend them for the purpose of decorating the hall.—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Christian Endeavor Convention
New York, 1895
The tenth semi-annual convention of the Christian Endeavor union of the town of Jamaica was held last evening in the Baptist church. Addresses were made by the Rev. Messrs. Rutherford, Daniels, Basset and Wheat, and Miss L. E. Thorne.
Sunday School Anniversary
News of Hollis
The Reformed Sunday school will hold its anniversary on Sunday evening. In addition to a very interesting program, Prof. Wiske and the choir of the Queens Reformed church will render some choice music.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
The tenth semi-annual convention of the Christian Endeavor union of the town of Jamaica was held last evening in the Baptist church. Addresses were made by the Rev. Messrs. Rutherford, Daniels, Basset and Wheat, and Miss L. E. Thorne.
Sunday School Anniversary
News of Hollis
The Reformed Sunday school will hold its anniversary on Sunday evening. In addition to a very interesting program, Prof. Wiske and the choir of the Queens Reformed church will render some choice music.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Pastor Asked to Leave (Maybe)
New York, 1895
Woodhaven and Ozone Park News
Francis Matthews, the lay pastor of the Pilgrim Congregational church at Brooklyn Hills, says that the deacons of his church have not asked him to resign. On the other hand, Deacons Sprague, Glover and Velsor say that they asked the preacher to get out. They also add that he agreed to do so providing that they would withdraw a petition asking for his resignation, because it might injure him in his business. The pastor also denies that he is a scolding preacher, and that he ever preached at the members of his congregation. Deacon and Mrs. Velsor say that the clergyman was in the habit of preaching about card parties at people's homes, and severely criticising them. While he did not name the offenders, he left an impression as to who the people were. The row in the church started soon after Mr. Matthews took charge of the spiritual welfare of the flock. He was dissatisfied with the way the ladies' aid society of the church was run, and called the members to account for it. This angered the women, and one by one they left the church.
Organ Concert
The organ concert under direction of Howard Watson at the Presbyterian church on Wednesday evening was a success. Prof. Triglar rendered some excellent selections on the violin. Among the others who took part were Prof. Cadmus, Frank Von Neer, Miss Hornby and Mrs. Chas. Comstock.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
Woodhaven and Ozone Park News
Francis Matthews, the lay pastor of the Pilgrim Congregational church at Brooklyn Hills, says that the deacons of his church have not asked him to resign. On the other hand, Deacons Sprague, Glover and Velsor say that they asked the preacher to get out. They also add that he agreed to do so providing that they would withdraw a petition asking for his resignation, because it might injure him in his business. The pastor also denies that he is a scolding preacher, and that he ever preached at the members of his congregation. Deacon and Mrs. Velsor say that the clergyman was in the habit of preaching about card parties at people's homes, and severely criticising them. While he did not name the offenders, he left an impression as to who the people were. The row in the church started soon after Mr. Matthews took charge of the spiritual welfare of the flock. He was dissatisfied with the way the ladies' aid society of the church was run, and called the members to account for it. This angered the women, and one by one they left the church.
Organ Concert
The organ concert under direction of Howard Watson at the Presbyterian church on Wednesday evening was a success. Prof. Triglar rendered some excellent selections on the violin. Among the others who took part were Prof. Cadmus, Frank Von Neer, Miss Hornby and Mrs. Chas. Comstock.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 8.
R. H. Stevens' "Breeches" Bible
1895
A well preserved edition of the "Breeches" Bible, published in 1586, by Christopher Barker, printer to Queen Elizabeth, is in the possession of R. H. Stevens of 44 Clinton place, this city. The volume has come down through successive generations from his ancestor.
This celebrated translation of the Bible owes its name to the use of the word "breeches," instead of "aprons," in the seventh verse of the third chapter of the book of Genesis. The work is printed in old English black letter type and is still in its ancient binding, with brass bound corners. In addition to the Old and New Testament, with references and foot notes, it contains a calendar, printed in red and black, a complete prayer book, summary, catechism, "two right profitable concordances," dated 1578, and all the Psalms set to music.
The music for the Psalms was composed by Thomas Sternhold and John Hopkins. The staff notation was printed in a primitive way. The "Solefaying" system is referred to in an introduction to the Psalms as "a system intended for the more perfect reading and rendering of music." — New York Herald.
Pyrophone
A musical instrument, the pyrophone, has been invented, which extracts all the tones of the scale from gas flames.
A well preserved edition of the "Breeches" Bible, published in 1586, by Christopher Barker, printer to Queen Elizabeth, is in the possession of R. H. Stevens of 44 Clinton place, this city. The volume has come down through successive generations from his ancestor.
This celebrated translation of the Bible owes its name to the use of the word "breeches," instead of "aprons," in the seventh verse of the third chapter of the book of Genesis. The work is printed in old English black letter type and is still in its ancient binding, with brass bound corners. In addition to the Old and New Testament, with references and foot notes, it contains a calendar, printed in red and black, a complete prayer book, summary, catechism, "two right profitable concordances," dated 1578, and all the Psalms set to music.
The music for the Psalms was composed by Thomas Sternhold and John Hopkins. The staff notation was printed in a primitive way. The "Solefaying" system is referred to in an introduction to the Psalms as "a system intended for the more perfect reading and rendering of music." — New York Herald.
Pyrophone
A musical instrument, the pyrophone, has been invented, which extracts all the tones of the scale from gas flames.
Wine and Intemperance
New York, 1895
The Agricultural Society should not have decided to eliminate home made wine and jelly from its list of premiums. They are no more productive of intemperance than the use of wine in church services, and the churches show no disposition to do away with the juice of the grape. The society should not be moved so easily by the sentimental appeals of a few persons who have become fanatical on a particular subject. The interests of the general public should be the standard of action.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 4.
The Agricultural Society should not have decided to eliminate home made wine and jelly from its list of premiums. They are no more productive of intemperance than the use of wine in church services, and the churches show no disposition to do away with the juice of the grape. The society should not be moved so easily by the sentimental appeals of a few persons who have become fanatical on a particular subject. The interests of the general public should be the standard of action.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 4.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Gambling Craze Keeps Up
New York, 1895
Despite the sermon of Rev. George L. Thompson, of the Methodist church of Flushing, the raffles for wheels go merrily on there. Rev. Mr. Thompson has announced that he will have more to say on the subject next Sunday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Despite the sermon of Rev. George L. Thompson, of the Methodist church of Flushing, the raffles for wheels go merrily on there. Rev. Mr. Thompson has announced that he will have more to say on the subject next Sunday.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Sunday Bicycle Riding
New York, 1895
Pastor George Adams, of the Methodist church of Babylon, read the young women of his Sunday school a lecture on the evils of Sunday bicycling. It has been the habit of a number of the attendants to leave the school early on Sunday and take a spin on their wheels. Last Sunday Rev. Mr. Adams warned the pupils to remain in school during the entire session. He also spoke about the evils of being on the street and encouraging Sabbath breakers by attentions. The young folks remained in their seats until the school was dismissed, and then a number went for a ride. On his way home from the school the preacher met a number of his flock riding bicycles.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Pastor George Adams, of the Methodist church of Babylon, read the young women of his Sunday school a lecture on the evils of Sunday bicycling. It has been the habit of a number of the attendants to leave the school early on Sunday and take a spin on their wheels. Last Sunday Rev. Mr. Adams warned the pupils to remain in school during the entire session. He also spoke about the evils of being on the street and encouraging Sabbath breakers by attentions. The young folks remained in their seats until the school was dismissed, and then a number went for a ride. On his way home from the school the preacher met a number of his flock riding bicycles.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
No More Wine Jellies
New York, 1895
Wine and wine jellies are to be excluded hereafter from the exhibits and the premium lists at the fairs of the Agricultural Society. This step was decided on at the last meeting of the directors of the society in deference to the Woman's Christian Temperance Union of the county, who presented a memorial to the directors requesting the exclusion of the articles named. The law forbids the sale of intoxicating liquors on the grounds of the society and the memorial called their attention to the inconsistency of offering premiums for prescribed articles which were tasted by the judges.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Wine and wine jellies are to be excluded hereafter from the exhibits and the premium lists at the fairs of the Agricultural Society. This step was decided on at the last meeting of the directors of the society in deference to the Woman's Christian Temperance Union of the county, who presented a memorial to the directors requesting the exclusion of the articles named. The law forbids the sale of intoxicating liquors on the grounds of the society and the memorial called their attention to the inconsistency of offering premiums for prescribed articles which were tasted by the judges.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 1.
Friday, July 18, 2008
Trying to Oust Their Pastor
New York, 1895
The troubles of the Huntington African M. E. Church will probably end in the disbandment of the organization. The members are just now protesting against the re-appointment of Rev. J. D. Jackson for another two years. Rev. Mr. Jackson came to the church some time ago to fill the place of Rev. Mr. Taggart, who ran off with $300 of the church money.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
The troubles of the Huntington African M. E. Church will probably end in the disbandment of the organization. The members are just now protesting against the re-appointment of Rev. J. D. Jackson for another two years. Rev. Mr. Jackson came to the church some time ago to fill the place of Rev. Mr. Taggart, who ran off with $300 of the church money.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
Baumeister Wins His Fight
New York, 1895
Rev. John Baumeister, who started a crusade against the Sunday concerts at College Point, has won his fight. At the meeting of the village trustees Tuesday night they decided to prosecute all saloon keepers who have music in their places on Sunday.
Warned to Stop His Crusade
In Friday morning's mail Rev. John Baumeister, pastor of the Reformed church at College Point, who has started a crusade against Sunday concerts, received a letter warning him that if he did not cease his fight he would be tarred and feathered.
Beer Goes All Right
BUT BANDS OF MUSIC MUST NOT PLAY ON SUNDAY.
A Queer Crusade Started in College Point by Clergymen of the Reformed and Catholic Churches — Hurdy-Gurdies and Base Ball Also Interdicted.
College Point is a great place for picnics, and a good part of the town is devoted to enticing beer gardens and halls, where beer flows freely seven days of the week with the approbation of everybody, ministers included. In the summer time large parties of thirsty New Yorkers go there to fish and sail and dance and drink, to the great profit of the town, or that part of it that sells beer.
The ministers and other good people don't object to this, but they do object to the bands and hurdy-gurdies, dancing and baseball games, and, headed by Pastor Baumeister of the First Reformed church and Father Schumach of the Catholic church, they have begun a fight against these things.
There is no law and order league in the village at present. There used to be one, but when an amicable agreement was made with the retail liquor dealers' association by which the latter were allowed to sell as much beer as they wanted on Sundays if they would suppress the boisterous spirits of their New York guests, it died a natural death.
The agreement was lived up to until Easter Sunday, when there was a baseball game and an amateur theatrical show in spite of the protests of Pastor Baumeister. He warned the village trustees that such a show was a desecration of the Sabbath and contrary to the penal code, but all he got in return was the prevention of a repetition of the show on the following Sunday and an anonymous letter threatening him with a coat of tar and feathers, which, he says, didn't frighten him, however.
Thinking that the disposition of the trustees was unfavorable to a quiet Sabbath, he informed them that if any bands or hurdy-gurdies were heard within the limits of that place on a Sunday, he would go before the Grand Jury and tell all about that theatrical entertainment and make it hot for some one.
The liquor dealers and their friends say there have never been bands and hurdy-gurdies in the past, and they don't know what the pastor is driving at, because they intend that there shall be none in the future. They think the zeal of the minister, who is a young man, has carried him somewhat out of his depth, and because he has gone so far he feels that he must go further in order not to be inconsistent.
Pastor Baumeister said to a reporter on Sunday:
"All we want is a quiet Sunday. We allow the saloon keepers to sell beer on that day and say nothing, but we are going to take measures to prevent them from disturbing us at worship, and we think they will, if not warned in time. This town is losing its best people on account of the Sunday crowds, and we want to put a stop to it, if we can. I have my congregation behind me, and also the unqualified support of Father Schumach. We're going to have an improved police force and lots of good things before we stop; but we won't object to Sunday liquor selling."
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
Rev. John Baumeister, who started a crusade against the Sunday concerts at College Point, has won his fight. At the meeting of the village trustees Tuesday night they decided to prosecute all saloon keepers who have music in their places on Sunday.
Warned to Stop His Crusade
In Friday morning's mail Rev. John Baumeister, pastor of the Reformed church at College Point, who has started a crusade against Sunday concerts, received a letter warning him that if he did not cease his fight he would be tarred and feathered.
Beer Goes All Right
BUT BANDS OF MUSIC MUST NOT PLAY ON SUNDAY.
A Queer Crusade Started in College Point by Clergymen of the Reformed and Catholic Churches — Hurdy-Gurdies and Base Ball Also Interdicted.
College Point is a great place for picnics, and a good part of the town is devoted to enticing beer gardens and halls, where beer flows freely seven days of the week with the approbation of everybody, ministers included. In the summer time large parties of thirsty New Yorkers go there to fish and sail and dance and drink, to the great profit of the town, or that part of it that sells beer.
The ministers and other good people don't object to this, but they do object to the bands and hurdy-gurdies, dancing and baseball games, and, headed by Pastor Baumeister of the First Reformed church and Father Schumach of the Catholic church, they have begun a fight against these things.
There is no law and order league in the village at present. There used to be one, but when an amicable agreement was made with the retail liquor dealers' association by which the latter were allowed to sell as much beer as they wanted on Sundays if they would suppress the boisterous spirits of their New York guests, it died a natural death.
The agreement was lived up to until Easter Sunday, when there was a baseball game and an amateur theatrical show in spite of the protests of Pastor Baumeister. He warned the village trustees that such a show was a desecration of the Sabbath and contrary to the penal code, but all he got in return was the prevention of a repetition of the show on the following Sunday and an anonymous letter threatening him with a coat of tar and feathers, which, he says, didn't frighten him, however.
Thinking that the disposition of the trustees was unfavorable to a quiet Sabbath, he informed them that if any bands or hurdy-gurdies were heard within the limits of that place on a Sunday, he would go before the Grand Jury and tell all about that theatrical entertainment and make it hot for some one.
The liquor dealers and their friends say there have never been bands and hurdy-gurdies in the past, and they don't know what the pastor is driving at, because they intend that there shall be none in the future. They think the zeal of the minister, who is a young man, has carried him somewhat out of his depth, and because he has gone so far he feels that he must go further in order not to be inconsistent.
Pastor Baumeister said to a reporter on Sunday:
"All we want is a quiet Sunday. We allow the saloon keepers to sell beer on that day and say nothing, but we are going to take measures to prevent them from disturbing us at worship, and we think they will, if not warned in time. This town is losing its best people on account of the Sunday crowds, and we want to put a stop to it, if we can. I have my congregation behind me, and also the unqualified support of Father Schumach. We're going to have an improved police force and lots of good things before we stop; but we won't object to Sunday liquor selling."
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 1.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Libelous
1895
Is it unlawful to quote Scripture? Yes, in some cases and for some purposes.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that a grand jury in Ohio indicted a man for sending a slanderous postal card to one of his debtors. The objectionable matter consisted of three Biblical quotations:
"Owe no man anything."
"Let us walk honestly."
"Many days and years shall ye be troubled."
The grand jury, it appears, did not admit the right of a man to call his neighbor a thief, even in Scriptural phraseology.
Is it unlawful to quote Scripture? Yes, in some cases and for some purposes.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that a grand jury in Ohio indicted a man for sending a slanderous postal card to one of his debtors. The objectionable matter consisted of three Biblical quotations:
"Owe no man anything."
"Let us walk honestly."
"Many days and years shall ye be troubled."
The grand jury, it appears, did not admit the right of a man to call his neighbor a thief, even in Scriptural phraseology.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Unfortunate
1895
How often our most innocent speeches "gang agley," leaving us with no resource but that of making the best of a bad matter!
A certain Scotch minister is wont to relate how, having been out all day visiting, he called on an old dame well known for her kindness and hospitality.
After some conversation she began getting out her best china and whatever delicacies were at hand to honor her unexpected guest. As he sat watching the preparations his eye suddenly fell on four or five cats devouring some cold porridge under the table.
"Dear me, Miss Black," he observed, "what a number of cats! Do they all belong to you?"
"Na, na, sir," was the innocent reply, "but mony a time I say that a' the hungry brutes in the parish come tae me, seeking a meal o' meat."
Then the good woman bethought her and in her embarrassment nearly dropped a teacup. — Youth's Companion.
How often our most innocent speeches "gang agley," leaving us with no resource but that of making the best of a bad matter!
A certain Scotch minister is wont to relate how, having been out all day visiting, he called on an old dame well known for her kindness and hospitality.
After some conversation she began getting out her best china and whatever delicacies were at hand to honor her unexpected guest. As he sat watching the preparations his eye suddenly fell on four or five cats devouring some cold porridge under the table.
"Dear me, Miss Black," he observed, "what a number of cats! Do they all belong to you?"
"Na, na, sir," was the innocent reply, "but mony a time I say that a' the hungry brutes in the parish come tae me, seeking a meal o' meat."
Then the good woman bethought her and in her embarrassment nearly dropped a teacup. — Youth's Companion.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Husted Candidates for Pastorate
New York, 1895
Among the Churches
Doings of the Various Religious Bodies Throughout the Island.
The Rev. J. N. Husted, of New York City preached in the Presbyterian church at Manor on Sunday as a candidate for the pastorate.
Rev. R. M. Edwards has been elected rector of Grace church, Riverhead, to which church, together with the Church of the Redeemer at Mattituck, he has ministered since November last.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
Among the Churches
Doings of the Various Religious Bodies Throughout the Island.
The Rev. J. N. Husted, of New York City preached in the Presbyterian church at Manor on Sunday as a candidate for the pastorate.
Rev. R. M. Edwards has been elected rector of Grace church, Riverhead, to which church, together with the Church of the Redeemer at Mattituck, he has ministered since November last.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
Concert of War Songs
New York, 1895
The boy choir of Grace Protestant Episcopal church in Jamaica will give a concert of war songs in the Town Hall on the evening of Decoration Day. The program will be very entertaining. Jamaica Post will be present.
Presbyterian School Anniversary
The twenty-first anniversary of the Sunday school of the Presbyterian church, Jamaica, was held Sunday evening and the church was well filled. The pastor, the Rev. J. Howard Hobbs, made an address, and Secretary Benjamin W. Vandervoort submitted his report. The school numbers 331 members. Mrs. J. S. Ostrander of Brooklyn gave the principal address of the evening. The music was conducted by Charles J. Coleman. The Reformed church united with the Presbyterians on this occasion.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
The boy choir of Grace Protestant Episcopal church in Jamaica will give a concert of war songs in the Town Hall on the evening of Decoration Day. The program will be very entertaining. Jamaica Post will be present.
Presbyterian School Anniversary
The twenty-first anniversary of the Sunday school of the Presbyterian church, Jamaica, was held Sunday evening and the church was well filled. The pastor, the Rev. J. Howard Hobbs, made an address, and Secretary Benjamin W. Vandervoort submitted his report. The school numbers 331 members. Mrs. J. S. Ostrander of Brooklyn gave the principal address of the evening. The music was conducted by Charles J. Coleman. The Reformed church united with the Presbyterians on this occasion.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
Monday, July 14, 2008
Unexpected
1895
A few years ago, when "Hold the Fort" was one of the new and popular hymns, the superintendent of a Sunday school took a great dislike to the song. After hearing the story readers may be disposed to think that his antipathy was not without reason.
It was at a children's day exercise of the Sunday school. The arrangements were for the whole school, headed by the superintendent, to make a triumphal entry into the church, in which the audience were already seated. Accordingly a hundred or more boys and girls formed in line, each class headed by its teacher, and carrying banners marched in at one of the side entrances. As they marched they sang "Hold the Fort." The superintendent, smiling and perhaps a little pompous, led the way.
At the moment of entering the church they were beginning the second stanza, which runs:
See the mighty host advancing,
Satan leading on.
The audience was quick to appreciate the ludicrousness of the situation, and a ripple of amusement went through the church. Several in the procession stopped singing and smiled. The awkwardness of his position dawned on the superintendent, and he turned very red. Some of the children, seeing their elders smiling, laughed outright.
A complete breakdown was imminent when one of the teachers began to sing "Onward, Christian Soldiers." This was immediately taken up by the whole school, and a fairly successful entry was made. "Hold the Fort" has never since been a favorite with that Sunday school. — Youth's Companion.
A few years ago, when "Hold the Fort" was one of the new and popular hymns, the superintendent of a Sunday school took a great dislike to the song. After hearing the story readers may be disposed to think that his antipathy was not without reason.
It was at a children's day exercise of the Sunday school. The arrangements were for the whole school, headed by the superintendent, to make a triumphal entry into the church, in which the audience were already seated. Accordingly a hundred or more boys and girls formed in line, each class headed by its teacher, and carrying banners marched in at one of the side entrances. As they marched they sang "Hold the Fort." The superintendent, smiling and perhaps a little pompous, led the way.
At the moment of entering the church they were beginning the second stanza, which runs:
See the mighty host advancing,
Satan leading on.
The audience was quick to appreciate the ludicrousness of the situation, and a ripple of amusement went through the church. Several in the procession stopped singing and smiled. The awkwardness of his position dawned on the superintendent, and he turned very red. Some of the children, seeing their elders smiling, laughed outright.
A complete breakdown was imminent when one of the teachers began to sing "Onward, Christian Soldiers." This was immediately taken up by the whole school, and a fairly successful entry was made. "Hold the Fort" has never since been a favorite with that Sunday school. — Youth's Companion.
Interesting Baptismal Service Celebrated
New York, 1895
Among the Churches
Doings of the Various Religious Bodies Throughout the Island.
The First Baptist church of Babylon has extended a call to the Rev. Walter B. Pimm, a Crozier seminary student.
The Rev. Paul Houghtaling, pastor of the Congregational church at Sayville has tendered his resignation, to take effect August 1st.
The Rev. Wilbur P. Ferguson, pastor of the Patchogue Methodist church, has accepted a call to the presidency of the Centenary Collegiate Institute at Hackensack, N. J.
The Rev. Eugene J. Donnelly, rector of St. Michael's church, Flushing, sailed Saturday morning for Genoa. He will be gone about six months. His parishioners presented him with a purse of $700.
The first confirmation service within the year took place at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, Garden City, on Sunday. Bishop Littlejohn, who returned from his vacation last week, officiated, and a large class was presented.
An interesting baptismal service was celebrated at the Baptist church in Patchogue. The Rev. Frank P. Stoddard of Strong place Baptist church, Brooklyn, assisted the Rev. Richard Hill of the local church in baptizing nine converts. Rev. Mr. Stoddard preached the sermon.
The new Presbyterian church at Newtown was dedicated on Sunday. The Rev. William M. Paxton preached the dedicatory sermon. The pastor conducted the office of dedication. At the afternoon service there was a fellowship meeting at which the Rev. J. Howard Hobbs, of Jamaica; Rev. Edward M. McGuffey, of Newtown; Rev. Charles K Clearwater, Rev. W. W. T. Duncan, Rev. F. W. Hock and the Rev. A. H. Todd made addresses. The Rev. Theodore L. Cuyler, of Brooklyn, preached the sermon in the evening. The church has been built and furnished with a fund left by the will of the late John Goldsmith Payntar, of New York, a former resident of Newtown.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 2.
Among the Churches
Doings of the Various Religious Bodies Throughout the Island.
The First Baptist church of Babylon has extended a call to the Rev. Walter B. Pimm, a Crozier seminary student.
The Rev. Paul Houghtaling, pastor of the Congregational church at Sayville has tendered his resignation, to take effect August 1st.
The Rev. Wilbur P. Ferguson, pastor of the Patchogue Methodist church, has accepted a call to the presidency of the Centenary Collegiate Institute at Hackensack, N. J.
The Rev. Eugene J. Donnelly, rector of St. Michael's church, Flushing, sailed Saturday morning for Genoa. He will be gone about six months. His parishioners presented him with a purse of $700.
The first confirmation service within the year took place at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, Garden City, on Sunday. Bishop Littlejohn, who returned from his vacation last week, officiated, and a large class was presented.
An interesting baptismal service was celebrated at the Baptist church in Patchogue. The Rev. Frank P. Stoddard of Strong place Baptist church, Brooklyn, assisted the Rev. Richard Hill of the local church in baptizing nine converts. Rev. Mr. Stoddard preached the sermon.
The new Presbyterian church at Newtown was dedicated on Sunday. The Rev. William M. Paxton preached the dedicatory sermon. The pastor conducted the office of dedication. At the afternoon service there was a fellowship meeting at which the Rev. J. Howard Hobbs, of Jamaica; Rev. Edward M. McGuffey, of Newtown; Rev. Charles K Clearwater, Rev. W. W. T. Duncan, Rev. F. W. Hock and the Rev. A. H. Todd made addresses. The Rev. Theodore L. Cuyler, of Brooklyn, preached the sermon in the evening. The church has been built and furnished with a fund left by the will of the late John Goldsmith Payntar, of New York, a former resident of Newtown.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 10, 1895, p. 2.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Misunderstanding Over Social Gayeties
New York, 1895
The News of Richmond Hill
At a service two weeks ago last Sunday evening the Rev. Mr. Bryan, rector of the Church of the Resurrection, owing to some misunderstanding as to his remarks during his sermon the Wednesday evening before Easter that he did not approve of card parties and other social gayeties during lent, said that he had under consideration his resignation as rector of the church. The Richmond Hill Club, of which Mr. Bryan is a member had held several card parties during the Easter season. Some of the members took the remarks as a reflection upon the club, and this reaching Mr. Bryan's ears he concluded that they were the sentiments of his congregation. Members of his congregation called upon him and asked him to reconsider his action and he received many letters from persons outside of the church to the same effect. Sunday morning, before beginning his sermon, he declared that he had misjudged the sentiments of his congregation and had reconsidered his intention to resign. Mr. Bryan has been the rector of the parish a little more than a year and during that time has done much toward building up the church, being an indefatigable worker.
Jamaica Church Notes
The tenth semi-annual convention of the Jamaica local union of Christian endeavor will be held at the Baptist church on Thursday, the 9th, at 7.45 P. M. Among the speakers will be the Rev. W. G. Bassett of Union Course, C. S. Daniels of Jamaica, and Frank I. Wheat of Woodhaven.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
The News of Richmond Hill
At a service two weeks ago last Sunday evening the Rev. Mr. Bryan, rector of the Church of the Resurrection, owing to some misunderstanding as to his remarks during his sermon the Wednesday evening before Easter that he did not approve of card parties and other social gayeties during lent, said that he had under consideration his resignation as rector of the church. The Richmond Hill Club, of which Mr. Bryan is a member had held several card parties during the Easter season. Some of the members took the remarks as a reflection upon the club, and this reaching Mr. Bryan's ears he concluded that they were the sentiments of his congregation. Members of his congregation called upon him and asked him to reconsider his action and he received many letters from persons outside of the church to the same effect. Sunday morning, before beginning his sermon, he declared that he had misjudged the sentiments of his congregation and had reconsidered his intention to resign. Mr. Bryan has been the rector of the parish a little more than a year and during that time has done much toward building up the church, being an indefatigable worker.
Jamaica Church Notes
The tenth semi-annual convention of the Jamaica local union of Christian endeavor will be held at the Baptist church on Thursday, the 9th, at 7.45 P. M. Among the speakers will be the Rev. W. G. Bassett of Union Course, C. S. Daniels of Jamaica, and Frank I. Wheat of Woodhaven.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 8.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Rev. Baumeister
New York, 1895
The Rev. Mr. Baumeister of the Reformed church in College Point makes the open declaration that he does not object to the open sale of liquor on Sunday, but he does protest most decidedly against music, dancing and ball playing. There is no law forbidding music on Sundays, or even baseball, but Mr. Baumeister makes a law for the occasion at the same time that he consents to the violation of a positive inhibitive statute against liquor selling. The inconsistency of his position is too ludicrous to be considered seriously. It would make a merry skit on the variety stage.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 4.
The Rev. Mr. Baumeister of the Reformed church in College Point makes the open declaration that he does not object to the open sale of liquor on Sunday, but he does protest most decidedly against music, dancing and ball playing. There is no law forbidding music on Sundays, or even baseball, but Mr. Baumeister makes a law for the occasion at the same time that he consents to the violation of a positive inhibitive statute against liquor selling. The inconsistency of his position is too ludicrous to be considered seriously. It would make a merry skit on the variety stage.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, May 3, 1895, p. 4.
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Thought the Bishop a Thief
1895
The following story is told in a Chicago paper about Bishop Potter:
The good bishop was attending a gathering of church dignitaries in Boston, and while in that city was entertained in the home of a wealthy lady who was an old, though not an intimate acquaintance.
In the room assigned to him Bishop Potter found a full set of silver toilet articles, which he carefully packed away in the drawers of the dresser, preferring to use his own, which he had in his portmanteau.
His visit came to a sudden conclusion, and the bishop had no time to restore the toilet articles to their proper places, and in consequence the servant reported them missing to her mistress, adding that Bishop Potter must have taken them.
Of course it was not to be for a moment thought that the articles had been maliciously purloined, but they were gone, and so was the reverend guest.
The following telegram was sent to Bishop Potter: "By mistake and in your haste you have taken toilet articles from dresser."
To this Bishop Potter made reply over the wire: "Poor, but still honest. Find property in third drawer of dresser."
Of course many and ample apologies were offered and every effort made to keep the affair quiet, but the joke was too good, and Bishop Potter was the first to relate it.
The following story is told in a Chicago paper about Bishop Potter:
The good bishop was attending a gathering of church dignitaries in Boston, and while in that city was entertained in the home of a wealthy lady who was an old, though not an intimate acquaintance.
In the room assigned to him Bishop Potter found a full set of silver toilet articles, which he carefully packed away in the drawers of the dresser, preferring to use his own, which he had in his portmanteau.
His visit came to a sudden conclusion, and the bishop had no time to restore the toilet articles to their proper places, and in consequence the servant reported them missing to her mistress, adding that Bishop Potter must have taken them.
Of course it was not to be for a moment thought that the articles had been maliciously purloined, but they were gone, and so was the reverend guest.
The following telegram was sent to Bishop Potter: "By mistake and in your haste you have taken toilet articles from dresser."
To this Bishop Potter made reply over the wire: "Poor, but still honest. Find property in third drawer of dresser."
Of course many and ample apologies were offered and every effort made to keep the affair quiet, but the joke was too good, and Bishop Potter was the first to relate it.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Oldest Man in Patchogue Baptized
New York, 1895
Among the Churches
Doings of the Various Religious Bodies Throughout the Island
The Rev. Paul Houghtaling, pastor of the Congregational church of Sayville, is about to resign.
The Rev. Mr. Voorhees, pastor of the Presbyterian church at Greenlawn, will sail shortly for Europe.
The oldest man in Patchogue, Apollos Swezey, 90 years old, was baptized by the Rev. Mr. Ferguson on Wednesday.
The Presbyterians of Hempstead are perfecting plans for a Sunday school structure of brick to cost $10,000.
The new Presbyterian church at Newtown will be dedicated Sunday, May 5. Rev. Dr. William Paxton will preach the sermon.
The Rev. Father Eugene M. Donnelly, of St. Michael's church, Flushing, has been granted a four months' vacation. He will visit Europe and the Holy Land.
A new rector has been secured for Christ Episcopal church at Port Jefferson. He is Arthur Wilson Wilde of the senior class in the General Theological Seminary.
The presbytery of Long Island at its meeting in Southampton arranged for the installation of the Rev. Mr. Friedman as pastor of the Southold Presbyterian church on May 23.
The annual report of the Patchogue Methodist church shows a membership of 510, and 160 probationers. The Epworth league numbers 375 members, the intermediate league 60 members, and the junior league 135 members. The current expenses were $3,925, general receipts $2,500, outside benevolences $472, home benevolences $75. During the year the Rey. Mr. Ferguson made 850 pastoral calls.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 2.
Note: On the oldest man baptized, his name was spelled "Appolos" in the newspaper, which I changed. There is a mention of him at this link, just that he was listed in the 1840 census.
Among the Churches
Doings of the Various Religious Bodies Throughout the Island
The Rev. Paul Houghtaling, pastor of the Congregational church of Sayville, is about to resign.
The Rev. Mr. Voorhees, pastor of the Presbyterian church at Greenlawn, will sail shortly for Europe.
The oldest man in Patchogue, Apollos Swezey, 90 years old, was baptized by the Rev. Mr. Ferguson on Wednesday.
The Presbyterians of Hempstead are perfecting plans for a Sunday school structure of brick to cost $10,000.
The new Presbyterian church at Newtown will be dedicated Sunday, May 5. Rev. Dr. William Paxton will preach the sermon.
The Rev. Father Eugene M. Donnelly, of St. Michael's church, Flushing, has been granted a four months' vacation. He will visit Europe and the Holy Land.
A new rector has been secured for Christ Episcopal church at Port Jefferson. He is Arthur Wilson Wilde of the senior class in the General Theological Seminary.
The presbytery of Long Island at its meeting in Southampton arranged for the installation of the Rev. Mr. Friedman as pastor of the Southold Presbyterian church on May 23.
The annual report of the Patchogue Methodist church shows a membership of 510, and 160 probationers. The Epworth league numbers 375 members, the intermediate league 60 members, and the junior league 135 members. The current expenses were $3,925, general receipts $2,500, outside benevolences $472, home benevolences $75. During the year the Rey. Mr. Ferguson made 850 pastoral calls.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 2.
Note: On the oldest man baptized, his name was spelled "Appolos" in the newspaper, which I changed. There is a mention of him at this link, just that he was listed in the 1840 census.
A Pious Request
1895
A man arose in a Philadelphia prayer meeting the other night, according to The Record, and said that after his first wife's death he proposed marriage to a worldly woman. Afterward he thought he had erred in not seeking a Christian woman, and when on his way to the marriage ceremony he lifted his eyes to heaven and said, "God, if you don't want me to marry this woman, strike her with lightning before we reach the church!" The lightning didn't appear, and the ceremony took place.
A man arose in a Philadelphia prayer meeting the other night, according to The Record, and said that after his first wife's death he proposed marriage to a worldly woman. Afterward he thought he had erred in not seeking a Christian woman, and when on his way to the marriage ceremony he lifted his eyes to heaven and said, "God, if you don't want me to marry this woman, strike her with lightning before we reach the church!" The lightning didn't appear, and the ceremony took place.
Monday, July 7, 2008
An Evangelist's Libel Suit
New York, 1895
Evangelist Clark sued the Island newspaper for $5,000 for libel. The Rev. Mr. Tinker was the editor of the Island and wrote the objectionable article. The case was tried at Riverhead on Tuesday. The jury gave Clark a verdict for $125.
Justice Hendrickson's Court
George Rose, arrested on complaint of his wife, charged with beating her, was arraigned before Justice Hendrickson on Saturday and sentenced to the county jail for 20 days.
Christian Rippe, arrested for creating a disturbance at the headquarters of the Salvation Army, was fined $5 by Justice Hendrickson.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 8.
Evangelist Clark sued the Island newspaper for $5,000 for libel. The Rev. Mr. Tinker was the editor of the Island and wrote the objectionable article. The case was tried at Riverhead on Tuesday. The jury gave Clark a verdict for $125.
Justice Hendrickson's Court
George Rose, arrested on complaint of his wife, charged with beating her, was arraigned before Justice Hendrickson on Saturday and sentenced to the county jail for 20 days.
Christian Rippe, arrested for creating a disturbance at the headquarters of the Salvation Army, was fined $5 by Justice Hendrickson.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 8.
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Evangelist Clarke's Troubles
New York, 1895
Evangelist William S. Clarke, who has been conducting a broom factory and revivals at Huntington, is in a lot of trouble. His revivals failed to bring out the proper religious feeling, and the factory has been seized for debt.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Evangelist William S. Clarke, who has been conducting a broom factory and revivals at Huntington, is in a lot of trouble. His revivals failed to bring out the proper religious feeling, and the factory has been seized for debt.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Opposed to Sunday Concerts
New York, 1895
The Rev. John Baumeister, pastor of the Reformed church at College Point, has started on a crusade to stop the violation of the Sunday law. Sunday night he tried to stop a concert at Turn Hall. As the proprietor had made extensive arrangements for the concert and would lose money if the affair was put off, the preacher consented to have the concert proceed.
The minister stated that all violations of the law, except the opening of saloons on Sunday, would have to cease. He does not object to the workingmen enjoying themselves reasonably, but insists that the Sunday concerts must go.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
The Rev. John Baumeister, pastor of the Reformed church at College Point, has started on a crusade to stop the violation of the Sunday law. Sunday night he tried to stop a concert at Turn Hall. As the proprietor had made extensive arrangements for the concert and would lose money if the affair was put off, the preacher consented to have the concert proceed.
The minister stated that all violations of the law, except the opening of saloons on Sunday, would have to cease. He does not object to the workingmen enjoying themselves reasonably, but insists that the Sunday concerts must go.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 26, 1895, p. 1.
Friday, July 4, 2008
Rev. C. F. Brooks (1895 advertisement)
New York, 1895Rev. C. F. Brooks says that his little girl is troubled with malaria very severely, and that since he gave her Sulphur Bitters, he never thinks of leaving New York for his summer resort without a few bottles, for they always cure his family, and are far superior to quinine.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 5.
Easter Song Services
New York, 1895
As Rendered In the Various Village Churches.
Artistic music, a profusion of flowers and large congregations marked the Easter festival in the Jamaica churches.
The Rev. J. Howard Hobbs preached an Easter sermon at the Presbyterian church in the morning. In the afternoon the Sunday school held a pretty service in commemoration of the day.
The services in the Reformed church were unusually attractive. The floral display was superb, and the music under the direction of Prof. Jones, assisted by Miss Irene Brinckerhoff as organist was the finest ever heard in the church.
The Easter services were attractive at the Baptist church. The Rev. Charles S. Daniels, pastor, preached an appropriate sermon. The pulpit platform was garnished with flowers.
The Rev. Father Dennison officiated at St. Monica's Roman Catholic church. The Easter music was by a choir of young people with Miss Julia Flannaigan as organist.
The congregation of Grace P. E Church are congratulating themselves and their rector, the Rev. Dr. Bottome, on the raising of the church debt of $1,600, which was wiped out by the Easter offerings.
Sunday morning's Easter service was particularly impressive, the music being rendered by the vested boy choir, under the direction of Choirmaster Frank E. Hopkins. The solos of Southwick's "Te Deum," by Harry Read, William H. Clarke and Clifton Clerke were particularly effective, and the clear soprano voice of Curtis Holt was heard with fine effect in the solo, "On the Cross." At the baptismal service in the afternoon fourteen children were christened.
The Rev. Henry H. Beattys began his pastoral duties at the M. E. Church, and was received with great cordiality by a very large congregation. He is an eloquent and forceful preacher. The service was marked by good music, directed by W. S. Taylor, with J. F. Watts as organist.
Baptist Pulpits
Two Baptist pulpits have become vacant. The Rev. J. E. Raymond has closed his pastorate at the church at Babylon, and the Rev. L. T. Griffin has resigned from the pastorate of the East avenue church at Long Island City.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 2.
As Rendered In the Various Village Churches.
Artistic music, a profusion of flowers and large congregations marked the Easter festival in the Jamaica churches.
The Rev. J. Howard Hobbs preached an Easter sermon at the Presbyterian church in the morning. In the afternoon the Sunday school held a pretty service in commemoration of the day.
The services in the Reformed church were unusually attractive. The floral display was superb, and the music under the direction of Prof. Jones, assisted by Miss Irene Brinckerhoff as organist was the finest ever heard in the church.
The Easter services were attractive at the Baptist church. The Rev. Charles S. Daniels, pastor, preached an appropriate sermon. The pulpit platform was garnished with flowers.
The Rev. Father Dennison officiated at St. Monica's Roman Catholic church. The Easter music was by a choir of young people with Miss Julia Flannaigan as organist.
The congregation of Grace P. E Church are congratulating themselves and their rector, the Rev. Dr. Bottome, on the raising of the church debt of $1,600, which was wiped out by the Easter offerings.
Sunday morning's Easter service was particularly impressive, the music being rendered by the vested boy choir, under the direction of Choirmaster Frank E. Hopkins. The solos of Southwick's "Te Deum," by Harry Read, William H. Clarke and Clifton Clerke were particularly effective, and the clear soprano voice of Curtis Holt was heard with fine effect in the solo, "On the Cross." At the baptismal service in the afternoon fourteen children were christened.
The Rev. Henry H. Beattys began his pastoral duties at the M. E. Church, and was received with great cordiality by a very large congregation. He is an eloquent and forceful preacher. The service was marked by good music, directed by W. S. Taylor, with J. F. Watts as organist.
Baptist Pulpits
Two Baptist pulpits have become vacant. The Rev. J. E. Raymond has closed his pastorate at the church at Babylon, and the Rev. L. T. Griffin has resigned from the pastorate of the East avenue church at Long Island City.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 2.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
New Presbyterian Church
New York, 1895
The new Presbyterian church at Newtown will be consecrated on Sunday, May 5. On Sunday, April 28, a farewell service at the old church will be held.
Sunday School Officers Elected
The Jamaica Presbyterian Sunday school have elected the following officers: Superintendent, E. D. Shimer; assistant superintendents, Nathaniel C. Hendrickson, Amos Denton, and Mrs. Sarah A. Hendrickson; secretary, Benjamin W. Vandervoort; treasurer, Elmer E. Bergen; librarians, Charles Smith, A. M. W. Bergen, John Mills and Thomas Cornell.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
The new Presbyterian church at Newtown will be consecrated on Sunday, May 5. On Sunday, April 28, a farewell service at the old church will be held.
Sunday School Officers Elected
The Jamaica Presbyterian Sunday school have elected the following officers: Superintendent, E. D. Shimer; assistant superintendents, Nathaniel C. Hendrickson, Amos Denton, and Mrs. Sarah A. Hendrickson; secretary, Benjamin W. Vandervoort; treasurer, Elmer E. Bergen; librarians, Charles Smith, A. M. W. Bergen, John Mills and Thomas Cornell.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Annoyed the Salvationists
New York, 1895
The Salvation Army headquarters on the Rockaway road, Jamaica, was the scene of another row on Sunday evening. The trouble commenced when Lieutenant Taylor caused a young man to be ejected from the building for making a disturbance. There was a large crowd outside of the building who used the vilest language, insulted the women and threatened Taylor with bodily harm if he came out. John Leonardi started to leave the building but was met by the gang and obliged to retreat into the meeting room. Officers Ashmead and Isenbrandt were sent for and they quickly dispersed the crowd. Monday complaint was made to Justice Hendrickson who issued warrants for several of those who took part in the disturbance.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
The Salvation Army headquarters on the Rockaway road, Jamaica, was the scene of another row on Sunday evening. The trouble commenced when Lieutenant Taylor caused a young man to be ejected from the building for making a disturbance. There was a large crowd outside of the building who used the vilest language, insulted the women and threatened Taylor with bodily harm if he came out. John Leonardi started to leave the building but was met by the gang and obliged to retreat into the meeting room. Officers Ashmead and Isenbrandt were sent for and they quickly dispersed the crowd. Monday complaint was made to Justice Hendrickson who issued warrants for several of those who took part in the disturbance.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Tried to Club His Father
New York, 1895
Frank Tapely, colored, aged 17 years, residing on South street, Jamaica, was arrested for attempting to knock down his father, the Rev. Mr. Tapely, with a club. He was sent to the county jail for six months by Justice Hendrickson.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Frank Tapely, colored, aged 17 years, residing on South street, Jamaica, was arrested for attempting to knock down his father, the Rev. Mr. Tapely, with a club. He was sent to the county jail for six months by Justice Hendrickson.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Mrs. Taylor Honored
New York, 1895
On Friday evening the members of the Mercy and Help department of the Epworth league of the M. E. Church, Jamaica, paid a surprise visit to the president of the department, Mrs. W. Salvin Taylor, at her residence on Grand street, Jamaica. About thirty members were present.
During the evening Mrs. George W. Burnham, on behalf of the members of the committee, presented Mrs. Taylor with a marine and landscape view in water colors, and in doing so referred in eulogistic terms to the work accomplished by the department during the past year, and expressed regret that the severance of the pleasant relations which have existed is about to take place.
In a few words Mrs. Taylor acknowledged the great kindness shown her on all sides, and the valuable aid she had received from the members of the committee. Mr. Taylor and family will remove to Jersey City on May 1. His eldest daughter will leave for England in June.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
On Friday evening the members of the Mercy and Help department of the Epworth league of the M. E. Church, Jamaica, paid a surprise visit to the president of the department, Mrs. W. Salvin Taylor, at her residence on Grand street, Jamaica. About thirty members were present.
During the evening Mrs. George W. Burnham, on behalf of the members of the committee, presented Mrs. Taylor with a marine and landscape view in water colors, and in doing so referred in eulogistic terms to the work accomplished by the department during the past year, and expressed regret that the severance of the pleasant relations which have existed is about to take place.
In a few words Mrs. Taylor acknowledged the great kindness shown her on all sides, and the valuable aid she had received from the members of the committee. Mr. Taylor and family will remove to Jersey City on May 1. His eldest daughter will leave for England in June.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Presbyterian Organist Resigns
New York, 1895
Jamaica Church Notes
Professor Kittridge, organist of the Presbyterian church, has tendered his resignation, to take effect May 1.
The Presbyterian Sunday school will hold its anniversary in the church on Sunday evening, the 28th.
At the annual election for officers of Grace Episcopal church on Tuesday, John M. Crane and William S. Cogswell were elected wardens, and John S. Denton, Samuel S. Aymar, George K. Meynen, William D. Wood, Charles Blondell, Henry Johnson, Benjamin J. Brenton and Francis Lott, vestrymen.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Jamaica Church Notes
Professor Kittridge, organist of the Presbyterian church, has tendered his resignation, to take effect May 1.
The Presbyterian Sunday school will hold its anniversary in the church on Sunday evening, the 28th.
At the annual election for officers of Grace Episcopal church on Tuesday, John M. Crane and William S. Cogswell were elected wardens, and John S. Denton, Samuel S. Aymar, George K. Meynen, William D. Wood, Charles Blondell, Henry Johnson, Benjamin J. Brenton and Francis Lott, vestrymen.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Methodists Get Pastor
New York, 1895
News of Hollis
It is with pleasure that the members of the Methodist church welcome the Rev. T. F. Clark as their pastor for another year.
An Old Folks' concert will be given on Thursday evening at 8 o'clock in the M. E. Church. The young folks have been rehearsing for some weeks for the occasion under the leadership of Mr. Hull of Brooklyn. A very interesting program is promised.
The members of St. Mary's guild assembled at the residence of Mrs. Wm. Nagle Tuesday evening, expecting to spend the time in sewing, as usual, but found that a surprise had been prepared for them by Mrs. Schultz, consisting of cake and ice cream. The little ones enjoyed the treat very much.
Mrs. A. P. Weidman and son are visiting friends in Pittsburg, Pa.
Mrs. Stein, who purchased a house on Carpenter avenue, has moved into it.
Hollis now lets her light shine. The street lamps were lighted Monday evening for the first time.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
News of Hollis
It is with pleasure that the members of the Methodist church welcome the Rev. T. F. Clark as their pastor for another year.
An Old Folks' concert will be given on Thursday evening at 8 o'clock in the M. E. Church. The young folks have been rehearsing for some weeks for the occasion under the leadership of Mr. Hull of Brooklyn. A very interesting program is promised.
The members of St. Mary's guild assembled at the residence of Mrs. Wm. Nagle Tuesday evening, expecting to spend the time in sewing, as usual, but found that a surprise had been prepared for them by Mrs. Schultz, consisting of cake and ice cream. The little ones enjoyed the treat very much.
Mrs. A. P. Weidman and son are visiting friends in Pittsburg, Pa.
Mrs. Stein, who purchased a house on Carpenter avenue, has moved into it.
Hollis now lets her light shine. The street lamps were lighted Monday evening for the first time.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
New Song Leader for Presbyterians
New York, 1895
Jamaica Personals
Prof. Coleman, director of the Jamaica Choral society, has been engaged to lead the singing in the Presbyterian church and Sunday school.
Mr. and Mrs. George L. Peck are visiting friends at Easthampton.
Miss Bessie Cohn and Miss Ray Desky, of New York City, have been the guests of Miss Estella Miller, of Clinton and Hillside avenue during the past week.
Eugene, son of Alfred H. Beers, was among the graduates who received diplomas at Chickering Hall Monday evening from the New York Dental College. Dr. Beers will be associated with Dr. Charles H. Stevens in the dental business.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
Jamaica Personals
Prof. Coleman, director of the Jamaica Choral society, has been engaged to lead the singing in the Presbyterian church and Sunday school.
Mr. and Mrs. George L. Peck are visiting friends at Easthampton.
Miss Bessie Cohn and Miss Ray Desky, of New York City, have been the guests of Miss Estella Miller, of Clinton and Hillside avenue during the past week.
Eugene, son of Alfred H. Beers, was among the graduates who received diplomas at Chickering Hall Monday evening from the New York Dental College. Dr. Beers will be associated with Dr. Charles H. Stevens in the dental business.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 8.
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Sanford Will Demand Resignations
New York, 1895
The action of the excise board in Long Island City in ignoring the protest and petition of the Rev. Charles Park of the Presbyterian church, in relation to transferring a license to David Mark, has created intense feeling. Mayor Sanford denounced the action of the board and said that he would immediately demand the resignations of Commissioners Mitchell and Lankow. The mayor said, in the event of the refusal of his request, he would promptly prefer charges against the commissioners, and had in his possession ample evidence to insure their removal.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
The action of the excise board in Long Island City in ignoring the protest and petition of the Rev. Charles Park of the Presbyterian church, in relation to transferring a license to David Mark, has created intense feeling. Mayor Sanford denounced the action of the board and said that he would immediately demand the resignations of Commissioners Mitchell and Lankow. The mayor said, in the event of the refusal of his request, he would promptly prefer charges against the commissioners, and had in his possession ample evidence to insure their removal.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
Lost the Charity Funds
New York, 1895
The Rev. William P. Estes, the newly appointed pastor of the M. E. Church at Oyster Bay, met with a severe loss Monday. Mr. Estes is the treasurer and collector of the charitable funds of The New York East Conference. Monday morning he left Oyster Bay on the 7:08 train, intending to turn in to the proper authorities the sum of $90, which he had received for the various church charities. When he reached New York the money was missing.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
The Rev. William P. Estes, the newly appointed pastor of the M. E. Church at Oyster Bay, met with a severe loss Monday. Mr. Estes is the treasurer and collector of the charitable funds of The New York East Conference. Monday morning he left Oyster Bay on the 7:08 train, intending to turn in to the proper authorities the sum of $90, which he had received for the various church charities. When he reached New York the money was missing.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, April 19, 1895, p. 1.
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