Northwest Expositor from Downs, Kansas • 5

LOCAL MENTION. Brother A. Swope of Mankato re cently sent a part or his tuning SWA tn 1WW nnrl Kwfpr Wflsfc. The board expressed its desire that the assets of Central college be increased to 100,000, the amount required by discipline in fowndinga new college. This can be easily We had expected a report from Suiithville, 0., to assist in their work We think you could do much, good.

Hoping to hear from you soon, I am your brother in Christ. Will F. Bartlett. That's ISiglit; Give It to Iliin. Dear Brother: Alio me to A association.

the Russell district in Atnca. we nave a verv nice acknowledgement from Brother and But it is not here jet. Sister West but a3 its publication The laity from all portions of the! state through the Expositor that on district are invited ta attend the might intrude upon a special letter promised our readers shortly, we forbear. done within the present year if the friends of Central college will each do his part. We already have between 70,000 and 100,000 worth of property, and are still adding to its value.

A vigorous effort will be made to reach the 100,000 limit by April 14, last we were very pleas association at Clayton. antly surprised by a numberof our dear brethren from Pleasant Hill While Dr. J. II. Snyder, pastor Thirteen young men were graduated from the Union Biblical seminary, at Daytou, Ohio, May 3.

class. The object wai to prepare and give a suprise dinner, for the at Lecompton, was on his way the time the board meets again. tnLima. O. to deliver the annual purpose of manifesting that they are Lam sure this statement of facts had Central college sermon before the board ef mission in harmony and love with their un will cause every friend of Central students enrolled.

No one will com and white near he college to ivjoice and be glad. But plain at that for a beginning. wish also to impress upon every narrowly escaped death by car falling down an enbankment more one that these achievements bring The family of Rev. J. V.

Cortner than forty feet, rune persons were with them- increased resnonsibili- at Agra is again afflicted. This time the disease is the scarlet fever. killed and about thirty injured. It ies and more urgent demands for was on the Santa Fe railroad. earnest work.

When vou find a young man or young woman need- Mrs. Mary McKee, widow of Rev. All who can should attend commencement at Central college. See ore efficient framing or cul Joseph McKee and mother of worthy pastor. After reaching the parsonage, Father Smith, who is known as a dear old sonl of the class above mentioned, said: we are -going to take control of your house today, to which we were pleased to submit.

A table was prepared and covered abundantly with such as was pleasant to look upon and good to eat. After eating to our satisfaction there was enough left to feed many more. We then spent a few hours in pleasant conversation and singing, after which all returned cheerfully to their homes. In addition to the dinner there ture, direct their attention to Cen program elsewhere in these columns. Rev s.

C. U. and L. McKee and tral college. Urge them to attend of Mrs.

Rev. P. M. Herrick and hool, and "if at first you don't Rev. J.

W. Cortner will preach Thursday others, died at Enterprise, succeed, try again." Solicit do the opening sermon night of the association. It will be March lo, louo, aged o'J years, 6 nations of books for the libran. months and days, cue was a an index to the association. peciniens tor the museum, money very intelligent and devoted christ- for equipment and benuests of bhe was iaithful money, property or lands tor en In the last issue of this paper the ian and mother, types made us say that a certain unto death and i is now enjoying the dowment.

Manv persous have of were a number of other necessaries communication by Prof. II. M. crown. of life given us.

of considerable Ambrose of Central college, wa3 these much that they can easily give, and which would be of inestimable benefit to the college, and only need a little encouragement That appeal from Brother Wil value. Once more manv thanks. written by Rev. A. M.

Ambrose. We hope this correction will be S. P. Ko ester. Shipton, Kan.

liams in behalf of Mankato church caused us to hasten to his side. We found things just as he stated. How sufficient. he longs for sympathy. Nothing We are overwhelmed with obitu short or practical aid will relieve the ary notices.

They are numerous aching heart and build the church. trom some one to cause them to act. The management is using its utmost endeavors in planning and laboring to secure the most rapid and permanent success for the college, but it earnestly desires that every friend of higher education will also assist in this great work. Our work has enlarged with each succeeding term, the fourth and It is a matter of honor that touches every member of the church in Jewell county. May God concern all.

The country brethren should subscribe all told, not less than $500. spring term, to the surprise of Help Just a Little. PUBLISHED BY REQUEST. Brother for Christ's kingdom sighing, Help a little, help a little; Help to save the millions dying, Help just a little. chorus.

Oh, the wrongs that we may rightenl Oh, the hearts that we may lighten I Oh, the skies that we may brighten, Helpisgjust a little. Is thy cup made sad by trial Help a little, help a little. Sweeten it with self-denial. Help just a little. -Chorus.

'Though to thee no wealth is given, Help a little, help a little. Sacrifice is gold in Heaven, Help just a little. Chorus. This they can do and will be the better for it. Brethren, drop a card to Brother Williams telling him the many, exceeding in interest, attendance and other ways either of the amount you will pay.

By so doing it i you win not antagonize your coun terms preceding it. Many young persons are already writing us, pre and too lengthy. Asa usual thing one page of letter paper is long enough notice for so small a paper as the Expositor. We are compelled to make this note on obituary notices. Colonel Cowden announces in the Telescope that he will hold Sunday school institutes at Bird City, June 24 to July 4 and at LaCrosse, July 5 to 7.

The brethren throughout Cheyenne county and LaCrosse circuit should send delegates from all their Sabbath schools. Brother R. M. Foster, the photographer, is now at his old gallery at CawkerCity Any desiring pictures can not do better than to call on him. He and sister Foster expect to continue their journey in a few weeks try work.

Nothing can help the paratory to attending nevt year country work' more than to have a and the number may be largely in good church in the county seat. Central College. creased it each one will do what he can. Quite a number of new houses are in process of building now, and It is with inexpressible gratitude that I now write a short letter to the readers of the Expositor, in congratulation of the eminently Let us live for one another, Help a little, help a little Help to save a fallen brother, Help just a little. Chorus.

'Though thy life is pressed with sorrow, Help a little, help a little; Help to save millions dying, Help just a little. Chorus. satisfactory growth and prosperity or central college and the increased many more are needed. Fifty more houses could be occupied as soon as built, and property is advancing in value so that an investment now is sure to be a profitable one. There is an abundance of work to be done, at good wages, for those moving here.

Many of our church people, as well as others, are moving here; and our church work is growing rapidly. Information will be furnished gladly to anyone opportunities and enlarged field for activity-afforded by the action the board of education of the U. church. A vigorous effort has been made by those who are opposed to Memorial. Rolla Vail, son of Brother Charlie and sister Anna Vail, was born March 12, 1885; died April 26, aged 7 years, 1 month and 14 days.

The boys were returning from uentrai college, to make it appear that the founding of Central col school about 4 clock p. m. and little Rolla fell into the mill bout 6 o'clock he was taken out lege was and illegitimate and that the annual conference had no right to encourage the but the action of the board of education has most emphatically recognized the fact that this Central college movement is a legitimate one; and fearing that some might' attach a different meaning, they add, "We do not design that the action of this board shall be inter ucuu. xuc luaeidi was conauctea byt the pastor, Rev. William J.

Critchfield. A large number of sympathizing friends attended. The baby was laid in the cemetry at Edmond, near which place the afflicted parents live. to relatives in Colorado. 1 hey are true United Brethren and are useful, devoted christians.

The trustees at Ionia have contracted the building of their church. It is to be completed by July 1. The size is to be 26x44 feet with belfry. The trustees put every thing on the ground. The contracted pays for the material and work and is to receive $1175.

The Women are raising the money for the bell. Leaders of Y. P. C. U.

societies and 1 others whose business it is to care specially for the young should give the Y. P. C. IT. department in the "Telescope weekly and careful study.

This department is quite' interesting and instructive and is indispensable to relative, live and churchly labor among the young. Jewell county brethren should read Brother A. J. Williams article in this Expositor and respond at once. Brethren' every where over the county, the appeal is to you.

Don't let this noble enterprise fail. The responsibility of failure or success is now in your hands. The business men of Mankato are taking holdlike men. Now is the time applying. U.

U. McKee. Stockton. Dear Brother As you requested each of us who were "seeking" Christ when you were here to write you I shall endeavor to write you a few lines to let you know that I have been saved, gloriously saved. And all the rest that were seeking at that time, and we all pray and "speek" in public.

Brother McKee took four of us into the church two weeks after you were here. Our class now numbers nineteen and not one but what takes up their cross at every meeting. We have a splendid Sunday school and our prayer meetings are something remarkable. We have good crowds, good order and receive blessings every night. There are four more that will join the next time Brother McKee comes up.

Three by letter and one on profes- is ipi ote Poetry to above omitted for want of space. Commencement Week of Cch-: tral College. Saturday evening, June 4 Grad- nation OVOtVlOoa rt nnnimavninl 1 preted as discouraging, their and in the same resolution they pray that God may direct in the adoption of the best measures to secure success. If there was any doubt before that the board of education was friendly to this Movement, all such doubt is now dispelled, and the friends of Central college can go forward with full assurance of an open field. Advice was freely given as to amending the charter and turning the property to the church.

It was' also consid- partment. Sunday, June 5, 11 a. m. Baccalaureate; 8 p.m. Annual sermon.

Monday evening Anniversary of literary societies. Tuesday evening Annual lecture. V. Wednesday evening Annual concert of music. lhere is six or eight oi mere is six or eight ot sion.

us ered the proper thing to do, for the that want to be baptised at thequar- that you snould send your subscrip- conrerences to elect trustees to con- teny meeting at woodston. we fcrnl said nrnnerfcv in tha (ntarfisfc nf would likft vprv mnnh tn havA vrm Thursday Commencement exer- tion on a cara or in a letter, xu defer longer isgrieveous. the church and higher education." come and hold meetings for a while. cises proper..