PATERSON, N. J.

Henry Marelli was honored by the Christian Scientists in being chosen to introduce Virgil O. Strickler, the lecturer of the evening for that band of followers, in Orpheus hall. Mr. Marelli, who is not a Scientist, said:—

Every person in this world would like to be, in the true sense of the word, free. Why is it, then, that this desire which predominates over every other desire in the human breast, is not gratified? Simply because the customs and superstitions of the past, consciously or unconsciously, blind us to that which alone can give us the desired freedom, namely, the truth and a knowledge thereof. Universal peace among nations, for which legions of good men and women are striving, as well as universal peace of mind among all people, will come only when the truth is universally known. Christian Scientists preach what they believe to be the doctrine, or religion if you please, of truth, claiming that to be in full possession of the truth not only brings peace and comfort to the mind, but cures bodily ills as well.

That there is substance behind their cause is attested by the growth of the Christian Science church since its inception, by the testimony of many who claim to have been restored to health and happiness through Christian Science, and by the thousands of intelligent, cultured, well-meaning men and women to be found in its ranks. Their cause, therefore, is deserving of the earnest consideration of all persons who seek the truth; and certainly every one should be anxious to learn the truth, because, as I have already indicated, it is only the truth that can gratify our most urgent desire, namely, the desire to be free.

We have been invited tonight to listen to a message. If this message opens our eyes, even though partly, that we may see the light, even though dimly; if it opens our minds, that the light may penetrate, even though in a slight degree,—then the work of the one who is to address us will not have been in vain, and he will have made our community better by reason of his having been here.—Paterson Guardian.

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND.

A lecture on Christian Science was delivered to a large audience in the Queen's rooms by Bicknell Young. The lecturer was introduced by Robert Lang, Esq., of Johnstone, who said in part,—

Living in the midst of a community which is interested so largely in the question of education, both academic and technical, and associated as we are in the development of the engineering, shipbuilding, and other industries for which Glasgow is so justly renowned, we can the more readily appreciate the very great advance which has been made in the scientific world during recent years. When we turn our attention to the religious world, we find there also, as in the scientific world, the evidence of marvelous progress. About thirty-four years ago The First Church of Christ, Scientist, was inaugurated by Mrs. Eddy, its Founder. Its membership consisted of twenty-six persons, all earnest seekers after Truth. They took as their message the full command of the Master, Christ Jesus, to preach the gospel, to heal the sick as well as the sinning; and already, although only thirty-four years have passed, the branch churches of this Mother Church have grown and spread until they now encircle the globe, like a network of mercy, carrying with them their message of truth and love to the people of nearly every civilized country in the world.

Wherever a Christian Science church has been planted, it has been arranged as part of its organization that a lecture on Christian Science should be given by it at least once in each year, so that all persons in the community who so desire may have a special opportunity of learning as to its real nature and governing Principle. From personal experience as well as from observation I can assure you as to its marvelous efficacy as a healing power, physically, morally, and mentally.—Correspondence.

LINCOLN, NEB.

In introducing William R. Rathvon, who lectured on Christian Science in the church edifice, E. E. Arterburn spoke in part as follows:—

It was said by Christ Jesus, "Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." I can truthfully say, from my own experience, that even a little understanding of Truth, God, of man, and of the spiritual universe, does make free. It has restored to me my dear wife after the skilled medical profession and the general public had pronounced the verdict that death was inevitable, after the sweat of death rested upon her brow and she had said good-by to her family of little children.

It was reliance upon God that enabled Moses to lead the children of Israel out of their state of bondage; that delivered Daniel from the lions' den; that fed the multitude in the wilderness, and that made a place of safety in the burning fiery furnace. It was Jesus of Nazareth, the great demonstrator, the appointed one, who brought this truth to a sinful world. It was this understanding of God and the real man that made it possible for the Master and his disciples to overcome sin, disease, and death. He says to you, to me, and to all people, "He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do."—Correspondence.

CANON CITY, COL.

An extremely interesting and instructive address on Christian Science and its doctrines was given at the opera house by Frank H. Leonard. The speaker was introduced by Mayor Frank P. Smith, who said in part,—

Having been asked by our local Christian Science church to introduce the speaker this afternoon, I want to tell you that I am most happy to do so. Not only as mayor of the city am I pleased to welcome representatives of any and all religious denominations to the community to present their views to our people, but as an individual I am glad to see them given a hearing. I also wish to say that I have been trying to live under the teachings of Christian Science for twenty-five years, and I can recommend it as one of the greatest blessings to which mankind ever fell heir. I have seen the sick healed, the sorrowing comforted, many and many a time. It is a preventive as much as a curative. It tells you that Jesus' promises were for all mankind in every hour. Impossibilites never occur. The healing we have experienced is applicable to every man and woman that may need it. God is no respecter of persons.—Daily Record.

ABERDEEN, WASH.

The following remarks were made by J. W. Clark in introducing Judge Clifford P. Smith, who lectured at the Grand theater on Christian Science:—

The history of man is a history of two things: his idea of a temporal government, and his concept of a spiritual guide. The veriest savage has his fixed ideas on these two questions, even as has his most highly civilized brother. Men from the beginning of time have been improving their temporal governments; they have likewise sought to extend their knowledge of spiritual truth. Christian Science marks a step in the progress of the human race in its desire to come closer in touch with divinity. We are privileged tonight in having with us one who has studied the truths exemplified by Christian Science.—Correspondence.

LOS ANGELES, CAL

Under the auspices of eight churches of Los Angeles, Prof. Hermann S. Hering delivered three lectures on Christian Science. At Shrine auditorium he was introduced by G. G. Johnson, who said in part,—

We are here to learn more of Christian Science, to learn more of God, to learn more of our relationship to God; we are here to learn more of truth, that truth which makes men free, free from evil thinking, from evil doing, from hatred, malice, and sin, from all inharmony which would enter into the human consciousness; we are here to learn more of the Science which was rediscovered by Mrs. Eddy and which will heal all of our diseases. I desire to say that I am one of the great crowd of witnesses who can testify to this wonderful healing power. I was brought from helplessness to the condition I am in today. Physically, the lame was made to walk; spiritually, the blind eyes were made to see; I was indeed raised from the dead.

At his lecture in Third Church edifice Professor Hering was introduced by F. O. Cass, who said in part,—

When our great Master, Jesus the Christ, was on earth, he went through the cities and villages of Judea preaching and teaching a better and higher knowledge of the one infinite God than the world then had; and he proved his absolute knowledge of God with scientific certainty. When he was about to rise above the earthly vision of his followers, he left this command: "Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." In this age Christian Science, as taught by Mrs. Eddy, comes in a spirit of love and gentleness to arouse the thought of the whole world as to the deep spiritual significance of the gospels and to declare that every word the Master uttered was, is, and eternally will be, true and must be fulfilled. Christian Science also proves its assertions with absolute certainty by demonstration in healing the sick and sinning. It teaches that the kingdom of heaven is at hand,—not in matter, but in Mind.

Correspondence.

PORTLAND, ORE.

Francis J. Fluno, M.D., addressed a large audience in Masonic temple on the subject of Christian Science. He was introduced by W. A. Petteys, principal of the Weston school, who spoke briefly as follows:—

We are living in an intensely practical age, when every advancement is measured by the standard of utility, when human endeavor is directed largely to the betterment of present-day conditions. In a certain sense, religion is being put to the same test, that form offering the greatest helpfulness in solving present-day problems being the one most likely to inspire the closest scrutiny. That Christian Science offers the largest measure of life, health, and success to mankind now, accounts for its universal appeal. The truth applied by Jesus in the first century, in saving mankind not only from sin but from every form of sickness as well, is not recognized by too large a number of people today, failure to appreciate it being due in great measure, we think, to misconceptions as to what the truth embodied in Christian Science really represents. To the end that these misconceptions may be corrected, the board of lectureship performs an important function in the development of Christian Science.—Portland Journal.

DARLINGTON, ENGLAND.

Bliss Knapp lectured on Christian Science in Mechanics hall. He was introduced by Ernest H. Pease, Esq., who said:—

As frequently occurs in the early stages of all great and far-reaching movements, the Principle and tenets of Christian Science have been grossly misrepresented, generally, I believe, through complete ignorance of what these really are. In order to give people an opportunity of hearing for themselves the truth about this most practical and elevating form of religion, a Christian Science board of lectureship has been organized. The gentleman whom I have much pleasure in introducing to you tonight, is a member of this board, and therefore fully qualified to expound the true doctrines of this Science. Although not a member of the Christian Science church, I am deeply interested in all its tenets, and in the wonderful revolution in thought that Mrs. Eddy's teaching has brought about. One often hears people laugh and say that Christian Science is all very well for hysterical women, but of course it cannot possibly cure any case of chronic disease. Now my personal experience has been such that I can honestly refute this statement. I have been cured entirely by Christian Science, with the help of a Christian Science practitioner, of a painful and chronic form of rheumatism from which I had suffered for thirty years, during which time I had been under a number of doctors and tried endless medicines and cures, but never derived any permanent benefit. I hope you will forgive my occupying your time with a personal experience, but if there are any here tonight who have lost hope of being cured through materia medica, I should like them to realize that there is a new and sure way to health and happiness.—Correspondence.

HANNIBAL, MO.

A representative audience of about six hundred and fifty people assembled at Park theater and listened most attentively while Judge Clifford P. Smith delivered his lecture on "Christian Science: The Religion of the Kingdom." Mayor C. T. Hays introduced the lecturer, saying in part,—

Of all the wayshowers, Jesus the Christ was the most perfect reflection of the divine that has ever been on this earth. About the middle of the last century a wonderful woman, probably the most unique figure in history, with the possible exception of the Maid of Orleans, founded a religion based upon the teachings of Christ Jesus. I am not familiar with her system, but I take pleasure in introducing to you one who is prepared by careful study and practical demonstration to give you an authentic exposition.

Correspondence.