At Malden, Mass.

There was a very large and deeply interested audience at the Malden Auditorium last evening (Tuesday, April 23), when Rev. Irving C. Tomlinson, C.S.B., of Concord, N, H., deliverd a lecture on the subject, "Christian Science, the Christianity of Christ," under the auspices of First Church of Christ, Scientist, of this city.

Before eight o'clock, the time of the opening of the lecture, the seats on the lower floor and first balcony of the beautiful theatre were all filled, and as the curtain rose Mr. Arthur H. Pope, First Reader of First Church of Christ, Scientist, of this city, introduced ex-Representative Harvey L. Boutwell, who had accepted the invitation to preside over the meeting. He stepped forward and in a few opening remarks, he declared that the sincerity and earnestness of the believers in Christian Science had almost persuaded him to believe. He then introduced Rev. Mr. Tomlinson, who was received with marked applause.

The lecturer spoke in a very easy and pleasing way Every one seemed to listen most attentively throughout his interesting treatment of his subject, and it was evident that he had given many in the audience some thoughts for consideration. Among the gathering were noticed many of the most prominent ladies and gentlemen of our city. Even though one did not fully agree with the speaker, one could not but feel drawn towards him by his frank manner and kindly way of addressing all who held a different view.

Malden Evening News.

Mr. Bontwell's introductory address was as follows:— -

Ladies and Gentlemen:— On the fly-leaf of of "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," I found this sentiment: "Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." The great fundamental purpose of Christian Science, as I understand it, is to know the truth, and the great aim and object of the Christian Scientists is the establishment of truth and the dissipation of error. Certainly they have a high purpose and a noble aim. Every true citizen, be he Jew or Gentile, Protestant or Catholic, believer or unbeliever, may unhesitatingly subscribe to the sentiment which I have quoted, and may well join hands with the Scientists in ascertaining the truth, and in the establishment of that which is for the welfare of mankind on earth and in the realm beyond the river.

We are here to-night to hear truth and error discussed from the standpoint of Christian Science. As one who owes allegiance to no denomination, no creed, no sect, but who finds good in all; believing thoroughly in a government which guarantees free speech and guards zealously the right to worship God according to the dictates of one's own conscience. I am glad to listen to-night to the truth as the Christian Scientists see it.

I am free to say that if Christian Science points out the only true line of demarcation between truth and error, I want it for myself and my family, we all want it, and want everybody else to have it, in order that the world may roll on through the coming centuries as one harmonious whole. Being without the pale, I am not expected to give testimony to-night, and yet, I feel impelled to say that I have looked upon the work of the Scientists in wonder and amazement. Among my friends in the faith. I have seen a zeal, an unselfish devotion to duty, a consistency, an honesty of purpose and sincerity of heart equalled by few and surpassed by none. I am convinced that the tortures of the Spanish Inquisition, or burning at the stake, would not deter some of my friends from following the teachings of Christian Science.

When I see the exemplary lives of the followers of Christian Science, and learn that their methods of casting out error produces not only pure minds and hearts but better bodies as well,—when men of standing and veracity say to me, "Whereas once I was blind, now I see," " when the palsied rise and the lame walk, I am inclined to say, "Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian Scientist."

The lecture to-night will be given by the Rev. Irving C. Tomlinson of Concord, N. H., a graduate of the Massachusetts Metaphysical College, a member of the Board of Lectureship of The FirstChurch of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Mass., a duly authorized lecturer of New England, and one thoroughly qualified to tell us the truth as Christian Science interprets it. I have the pleasure of presenting Mr. Tomlinson.— Correspondence.

At San Francisco, Cal.

Sunday afternoon (April 14) at three o'clock a large audience gathered at Metropolitan Temple to hear an interesting exposition of the theories and and practices of Christian Science as expounded by Dr. Abraham A. Sulcer, C.S.B., of Riverside, Cal. The doctor had for twenty-seven years practised medicine in the regular school at Riverside. Seven years ago he abandoned the regular practice of medicine and began the study and practice of Christian Science.

The people began to fill the building at two o'clock. The platform was decorated with callas, roses, smilax, and palms. Dr. Sulcer is a model of punctuality, stepping on the platform at exactly three o'clock. He was accompanied by Miss Sue Ella Bradshaw, C.S.D., the First Reader of First Church of Christ, Scientist, in this city, who introduced the lecturer in a brief address, saying:—

Ladies and Gentlemen:— It is generally conceded that the Christian Scientist has added a new element to his consciousness and with good results to himself and others. This indeed, true. When a great spiritual need has been supplied, when a longing to gain some definite knowledge of the mysteries of being is answered and the light is dawning concerning the solution of what has seemed an unsolvable problem; when the satisfying fruits of this experience have been proved beyond question, it with unceasing joy and gratitude that we commend this blessing to our friends.

The tireless love and devotion of woman's faith has been rewarded by more faith, even an understanding of that omnipresent divine Love which heals the sick and sinful. Those who have been touched by this living faith, shown by works, can but return heartfelt acknowledgment of the debt that we owe to the Founder of Christian Science, who, with self-sacrificing patience, has prepared anew the Christ-way for us and taught us to walk in it.

Christian Science is not new subject in this community. The works which have resulted from its quiet ministration the past few years, have awakened a widespread, active interest, of which the large audience this afternoon is an evidence. The lecture to-day is the fourth public lecture given under the auspices of First Church of Christ, Scientist, in this city.

It may seem strange that a physician, well established in practice for many years, should abandon that profession and take up the study and practice of Christian Science. The reason for for this change I am sure will be of interest to you, as well as the view he will give you of "Christian Science Applied." I have the pleasure of introducing to you a member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Mass., Abraham A. Sulcer, M.D., C.S.B., of Riverside, Cal., who will now address you.

Dr. Sulcer, who is, in appearance, one's beau ideal of the old family physician, tall, grave, with calm, pleasant face and long, white beard, possesses every characteristic likely to inspire confidence.—San Francisco Bulletin.

At Portland, Ore.

The Marquam Grand Theatre was crowded, yesterday afternoon (Sunday, April 21) with an audience that listened with attention to the exposition of the doctrines of Christian Science by Dr. A. A. Sulcer, M.D., C.S.B., of Riverside, Cal. Dr. Sulcer was for years a practising physician under materia medica, and is now a member of the Board of Lectureship established by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, of Boston. Mayor H. S. Rowe introduced the speaker, saying in part:—

A belief in a superior power, a desire to worship God or some object to be endowed with Godlike attributes, a belief by civilized man in the immortal life, are among the most elemental conceptions of life, and far antedate all human history. Everywhere we find evidence of the struggle of the mind to search out the knowledge of God. Nothing arrests the mind so quickly or shows the evolution of men so powerfully. It is, therefore, with a serious and attentive mood that we give ear to each new doctrine. If we do not believe, we at least approach a new shrine with a simple reverence. Men are ever on the alert for messages from the Great Unknown, and, therefore, he who claims to have received an inspired word, or a fuller interpretation of the divine law is certain of attention. Christianity is the religion of progress; it has supplied more and more bountifully the needs of the heart. Every form of religion has been closely identified with the healing of the sick. In this practical work, as well as in the truth of religious teaching, our Christian Science friends have gone further than all others. This doctrine, then, is not new, but it contains truths not yet fully expanded. To hear these doctrines more fully explained we have gathered here to-day.

Dr. Sulcer was heard with interest.

Portland Morning Oregonian.

At Kalamazoo, Mich.

Men and women of many faiths filled the lower floor of the Academy of Music Sunday afternoon (April 21) to hear Judge William G. Ewing, C.S.B., on Christian Science. The gathering was a representative one and much interest was manifested when the speaker was introduced by Judge Henry F. Severens of this city, an old friend. The two gentlemen were alone on the stage, which was handsomely and effectively decorated with potted plants and long-stemmed American Beauty roses.

Judge Ewing is perhaps best known as a member of the Board of Lectureship of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Boston, and in that capacity he has left a marked influence from one ocean to another. He is recognized everywhere as an authoritative exponent of the doctrines for which he stands, and his great ability as a speaker and logical reasoner were never more clearly portrayed than in his lecture of Sunday afternoon.

Kalamazoo Daily Telegraph.