Glasgow, Scotland.

The long vista of cabs and carriages in West Regent Street last night [November 27] was suggestive of some fashionable social event in the Masonic Halls rather than a week-night religious meeting. Attracted by the glowing report of Christian Science and its efficacious power, there was within a well-dressed audience, comprising young and old of both sexes, that filled the hall to the doors, and those arriving at eight o'clock had either to retrace their steps homeward or content themselves with standing in the draughty passages, where they could hear the voice of the lecturer but could see nothing.

Christian Science is an American "discovery," and since founded by Mrs. Eddy, a little over a quarter of a century ago, it has developed phenomenally across the water. Mrs. Eddy is Leader of the movement, and her position is a unique one.

The teachings of Christian Science were fully dealt with by Mr. Bicknell Young, of Chicago. One might have thought it was an orthodox Presbyterian that was lecturing, as he dealt with the Gospel story, with prayer, and the love of God, albeit he was in frock-coat instead of clerical garb. Christian Scientists accept, he said, the teachings of Christ without reservation; they never ascribe evil to God, or make Him in any way responsible for it, but show that evil originates in a belief of material existence entirely apart from God and unsupported by science or truth.

Salvation in Christian Science includes exemption from sickness, also from sorrow, worry, want, and woe, as well as from sin. They have, he said, no quarrel with the doctors; they themselves had believed in materia medica until they found a more efficacious way of healing. All diseases, he said, have been healed in Christian Science, proving that there are no incurable diseases.

A smile passed over the quiet and attentive audience as he remarked, when speaking of materia medica, that Christian Science had at least never invented any new disease.

He concluded with a reference to Mrs. Eddy, the Founder, who, he said, revealed the Science by which men might begin to realize their God-given freedom from sickness and sin, and enter upon their heritage of dominion over evil.

Mr. Young spoke for an hour and a half. It may be mentioned that the chair was occupied by Vice-Admiral Dunlop, R.N.—The Glasgow Herald.

Livermore Falls, Me.

A large and attentive audience gathered at the Baptist Church, Friday evening, December 8, to listen to a lecture on Christian Science, by Judge Septimus J. Hanna of Colorado Springs. The speaker was introduced by Rev. H. M. Ives, pastor of the Baptist Church, who spoke in part as follows:—

Many years ago the question was asked of the Master, "What is truth?" but it was asked by one who seemed to have little regard for the truth, and no disposition to learn. To-day multitudes are asking that same question with an honest, eager desire to know. At present we are learners. There is still something for all of us to learn, and honesty compels us to accept truth, from whatever source it comes. Prejudice never changes the truthfulness of truth, but it always cripples and dwarfs the mind that harbors it. Intolerance and opposition can never defeat the truth. Christian Science, so far I understand it, is not destructive but constructive, and if it has anything to contribute to human faith in the Divine, if it has anything to offer for the benefit and blessing of humanity, let us accept it gladly. At any rate Christian Science has a right to be heard.

The Advertiser.

Indiana polis, Ind.

An interesting lecture on Christian Science was delivered last night [December 12], by Prof. Hermann S. Hering of Boston, at Caleb Mills Halls, under the auspices of Second Church of Christ, Scientist. Professor Hering was introduced by Mayor-elect Charles Bookwalter, who said in part :

I cannot deny to myself, nor can I refrain from acknowledging to others, this most evident proposition, that Christian Science has found for itself in the world's work a great and beneficent sphere of influence, —an influence which makes for the happiness and upbuilding of mankind. Christian Science has to me long ceased to be a thing to be laughed at and scoffed. It may not perform all the marvelous things its enthusiastic devotees claim for it, but who is there to-day who dares deny that because of Christian Science thousands of men and women have been rescued from lives of despondency, and that a message of hope has been brought to souls in despair. It preaches and teaches a doctrine which brightens lives. The very atmosphere of its temples is one that brings hope and inspiration. Far be it from me to cast any doubt ; far be it from me, should I so feel, by my skepticism to bring a discordant note into the music sung by this new faith. If I cannot accept all things, I am proud to announce before this assemblage that I do accept many things ; and as I stand here to-night performing this most pleasant duty, it seems to me that the very atmosphere which has always pervaded the house of worship where I have heard this doctrine taught is to-night encompassing us about. The voice of the Christian Scientist is a voice which is always pleading for humanity ; the friendship of the Christian Scientist is for truth ; the enmity of the Christian Scientist is for falsehood and error. It enfolds within its membership those who are seeking for the higher life, and for health and strength in this life.

The Indianapolis Star.

Cleveland, Ohio.

The Grays' Armory was crowded yesterday afternoon [January 14], when Bliss Knapp of Boston gave a lecture on Christian Science. Mr. Knapp was introduced by State Senator James W. Stewart, who said in part,—

No subject sinks deeper into the human heart, more powerfully shapes human action, or more importantly affects human destiny than the subject of religion. To listen to something new on this important subject, the most cultivated citizens of ancient Athens met on Mars Hill with Paul, the great apostle to the Gentiles and exponent of Christianity ; and to listen to an exposition of the tenets of a modern society in that same Christian faith, we are here this afternoon. Every system of religious faith is most fairly and ably presented and defended by one of its distinguished adherents. We who are of a different religious belief, or we who are wavering in our religious beliefs, can afford to give the speaker a fair hearing and a just interpretation. —Correspondence.

Waterloo La.

The lecture by Hon. Clarence A. Buskirk, delivered at the Opera House Friday evening [January 5], awakened deep interest. The speaker was presented by Rev. Frank Loveland, pastor of the First Methodist Church, of this city, who said in part,—

Whoever reveals to me a new truth or exposes for me an old error is my brother. I care not whether he bear the name of Methodist, Episcopalian, or Christian Scientist. Because of this, I have no hesitancy in standing in this splendid presence to-night to introduce the speaker of the hour. I am mindful that some of the ecclesiastical censors of the city may declare solemnly and with much emotion that I am, by this, giving support and publicity to a very deadly heresy, and aid and comfort to a very dangerous heretic. The distinguished gentleman who is to address you to-night claims to have a contribution to make to the great cause of Christian truth and life. Let us welcome this. May this hour bring us nearer to the truth as it is in Jesus—nearer to the truth of God's moral purpose in the world, nearer to a personal experience of Christ's helpfulness to every struggling soul and every suffering body.—Times-Tribune.

Guthrie, Okla.

On December 12, Edward A. Kimball lectured on Christian Science at the City Auditorium. The lecturer was introduced by Rev. W. G. Lemmon, pastor of the Congregational Church, who said in part,—

Every man true to himself seeks for truth, and when he finds it, he receives it, no matter from what source it comes. Truth is truth, and it is unchangingly and eternally so. Facts are not dependent upon your thinking or mine, and they so remain, whatever our beliefs or prejudices. Truth does not fear honest investigation, and if Christianity is afraid of investigation, and the discovery of facts, something is wrong with Christianity. We stand ready at all times to accept any truth and to reject every error. Intelligent men and women who have come here to-night with unbiased minds, will all reasonable truths receive.

Correspondence.

Hudson, Mass.

Town Hall was well filled Sunday afternoon [December 17], on the occasion of the lecture given on "Christian Science, the Religion of the Bible," under the auspices of First Church of Christ, Scientist. The speaker was introduced by Hon. L. D. Apsley, who said in part,—

Having read more or less Christian Science literature, and having been associated with many dear and loved ones who are Christian Scientists and whom I know have been blessed through its religion, I make bold to say that any religion that has done what I know it has done among thoughtful people, has a right to expect a fair and earnest consideration, and therefore it gives me great pleasure to present to you the lecturer of the day, Judge Septimus J. Hanna of Colorado Springs. —The Hudson News.

Lectures at Other Places.

Salamanca, N. Y.—Bicknell Young, October 9.
Poughkeepsie, N. Y.—Bicknell Young, October 13.
Northampton, Mass.—Bicknell Young, October 15.
Meriden, Conn.—Bicknell Young, October 29.
Buffalo, N. Y. (First Church). —Prof. Hermann S. Hering, November 19.
Montreal, Can.—Prof. Hermann S. Hering, November 21.
Minneapolis, Minn. (Fourth Church).—Rev. Arthur R. Vosburgh, November 26.
Guernsey, Eng,—Bicknell Young, December 8.
St. Louis, Mo. (First and Second Churches).—Edward A. Kimball, December 8.
Kansas City, Mo. (Second Church).—Prof. Hermann S. Hering, December 14.
Lincoln, Kan.—Edward A. Kimball, December 19.
East St. Louis, III.—Prof. Hermann S. Hering, January 7.
Lansing, Mich.—Bicknell Young, January 11.
Greenville, Mich.—Bicknell Young, January 12.
Plymouth, Mich.—Bicknell Young, January 15.
Ann Arbor, Mich.—Bicknell Young, January 19.