The Worthington advance. [volume], February 15, 1907, Image 1

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VOL. XXXVI.
Sunday, February 10th, will long
be remembered with pleasure by the
members of the Union Congrega­
tional society of this city, from the
fact that it was the date of the
dedication of their handsome new
church hoxe.
A little over two years ago, on Sun­
day morning, January 13th, 1905,
just as the bells were ringing for the
Sabbath services, lire was discovered
in the basement, of the Congrega­
tional church, located at the corner
of Third ave. and E:eveu*h street
and in a short time the building,
which was the first c'unrcb edifice,
•erected in this city, was a mass of
smoking ruins, and the soju-ty wai
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
The Society's Handsome New Edifice
Was Dedicated With Due Cere­
mony1 Last Sunday
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Dedicated Sunday. February 10. -1007
without a church home.
The loss of their building was a
severe blow to the society, and for a
time it seemed possible that its or*
gauization would be abandoned. In
fact the matter of uniting with some
of the other churches was seriously
considered, and but for the earnest
words of some of the members would
probably have been consumated.
Finally however it was decided to
continue as a distinct church organi­
zation, and Rev. John Edward Evans
was called to the pastorate, and
regular services were held at Mac
cabee hall.
^In January, 1906, it was decided
that the time had come for the erec­
tion of a new home, and a building
committee was appointed to secure
plans and build a church at a cost
approximating $6,000.00. That the
committee did its work faithfully and
well is evidenced by the attractive
and finely finished church which
stands on the site of the former
building, and from the report of the
'Committee which showed an expendi­
ture of $6,264.
The new building is distinctive in
architectural design, is amply large
to accommodate the society for a
number of years to come, and in in­
terior finish and furnishings is
strictly modern, comparing favorably
with any in the city.
The building was brought to final
completion last week, and Sunday,
was the date fixed for the dedication
services which took place at tlie
morning seivice and were partici­
pated in by a congregation wLicb
filled the auditorium to its upmost
capacity.
The service began with an organ
voluntary, followed by the singing of
the doxology, after which the pastor
Rev. John E. Evans read the scrip­
ture lesson, being a part of the sixth
and seventh chapters of second
Chronicles. This was followed by
singing of the hymn, "How Firm a
Foundation," afterwhich Rev. Dr.
George R. Merrill, of Minneapolis
was introduced and prt-ached the
dedication sermon. Tie took as bis
text apart of the fir*t verse of the
seventh chapter of Second Chroni­
cles: "And the Glory of the Lord fills
the House from which he' preached
a most eloquent sermon, dwelling
upon the progress of Christianity
since the time of the dedication of
which the Chronicles were a discrip
tion to the dedication which was in
progress in Worthington then the
the temple was a shelter for images
typical of the Gods now it was the
home of God's chosen people then
the "glory of God,'' was typified by
"clouds of smoke or vapor," and now
the "glory of God" is represented by
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the loving hearts of walking images
of the Master. It was a masterly ad­
dress which held the closest attention
of the congregation, and furnished
all with food for thought.
The eermon was followed by the
singing of an anthem by the choir,
after which E. C. Panuell, for the
building committee read a report of
the actions of the committee and a
financial statement of its expendi­
ture, after which he presented the
keys of the building to the pastor,
who accepted them in behalf of the
board of trustees. A song was then
sung by a male quartette, after|which
came the formal act of dedication,
being a fSsponsive service closing
OLD CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
First^Church Erected In Worthington Burned January 13. 1905
JOHN EDWARD EVANS
Pastor Union Congregational Chufch
with the following declaration: "We,
the people of this church aud congre­
gation, consecrating ourselves and
our possessions anew to the tervice of
God, do dedicate this entire building
and all it contains to God, the Father,
the Son and the Holy Spirit. Ac­
cept, O God, our free-wi'l offering
and fill thin bouse with thy Grace a|ad
Glory. Amen!''
A prayer of dedication was then of­
fered by Dr. Merri.i, and the congce
gation joined in the singing of Hyntkn
No. 35, ''I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord."
Niue n«w members were received
into the church, atH the serviceclosed
with the singing of thu doxology and
pronouncing of the benediction.
Dr. Merrial again preached to
large and appreciative audience at
the eveniug service, and supplement
arv dedicatory services have been
held each evening this week.
WORTHINGTON ADVANCE.
HISTORICAL 1
The Union Congregational Society
was the oneer religious organization
of Noblt county, and dates its exist
ance from the arrival of the members
of the National Colony in Worthin
ton.in the »pring of 1872* /4
first services were held in the buildr
iog whicu was recently occupied by
F. M. Hickman as a drug store. The
second service was held in a carpenter
shop located on the rear of the lot
now occupied by the Citizens National
Bank. As the buildings were taken
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up by business houses, meetings were
held at various places, until Decern
ber 28th, 1873, when the church
building, destroyed by fire in 1905,
was completed and dedicated. Dr.
George O. Moore, present clerk of
the society, was one of the original
charter members, and a member of
the building committee which erected
the church edifice in 1873.
The membership is to be congratu­
lated upon the new home secured
and the further fact that practically
every dollar bad been secured before
the day of dedication without any
amount of solicitation for contribu­
tions, an indication that the members
are united andfprogressive.
Well Attended Meeting of the
Commercial Club Held
Tuesday Evening
An adjourned meeting of the Com­
mercial Club was held on Tuesday
evening at the Citizens bank parlors
which was attended by about 25
rep esentative business men. The
object of the .meeting was to elect
nine directors. A committee com­
posed of Messrs. Crandall, Dolan,
Morland, Latta and Stewart had
been appointed at a previous meet
ing to make nominations. The com­
mittee made their repoit, submitting
the following list of nominees:
Directors for three years—A. E
Hart, G. W. Patterson, and C. J.
Smallwood.
For two years—C. T. Tupper, Dr.
J. N. Gould aud as. Mackav.
For one year—Gus Swan berg,
Grant Morrison and W. G. Ramage.
The directors were elected as nomi­
nated by the committee.
The committee on membership re­
ported that 44 business men had
signed the roll. It was decided to
hold the Jcharter open for another
week. The matter of incorporating
was discussed but no step was taken
in that direction.
There was a disposition to have a
social session at an early date and we
hope to see the proposal materialize
Nothing can accomplish more in en­
gendering the friendly feeling among
lfffifiiaena
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WORTHINGTON, WIBN., FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1907. NO. 19
DIRECTOR'S
ELECTED
Lively Interest in the New Club
Manifested by all the Leading
Business Men
thaHy*o-«Hiep^
harmonious career for the new
ganization.
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Bowling Club Entertained
The 0. M. Bowling Club, which
was recently organized, held their
regular weekly meeting Wednesday
evening. Followi ngtbe bowling they
were entertained by Mrs. Alma Con­
nors at the home of Mayor Madison.
Refreshments were served, and a
most enjoyable social hour followed.
Roy Smith of Wilmont was
Worthington visitor Tuesday.
Complies with the
pure food laws
of every state
IF YOU
TOUCH
your tongue to
ALUM
CHURCH RECEPTION
Presbyterian Church Parlors
Scene ol Festival Event Last
Friday Evening
A reception was given at the par­
lors of the Westminister Presbyter­
ian church last Fridny evening in
honor of the new members who have
joined this church since the Sunday
meetings. This church has had a
remarkable increase in membership
since these revivals, over 125 people
having united with the church since
the close of the meetings, and the re­
ception last Friday evening was
piven in honor of the new recruits.
A short program was rendered,
after which some time was spent in
social tercourse. Refreshments
were served. Over thm hundred
attended the function.
THE SALISBURY ORCHESTRA
Will Give a Concert at the M. E.
Church on Feb. 20
The Salisbury Orchestra will ap­
pear at the M. E. church on Wednes­
day evening in a grand concert
which is to be the fourth number in
the Worthington Lycaum Associa­
tion's entertainment course. The
Salisbury Orchestra, with Abby Rose
Wood, soprano, has won an enviable
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position among the leading musical
organizations of the country. No
company of artists has received
higher praise from both pr ss and
public, and so completely fascinated
enchanted and held spellbound all
audiences by their superb playing as
this combination, and their reception
has been one continous ovation.
Remember their date, Feb. 20.
Reserved seats on sale Feb. 18.
Married
Mr. Frank Glasgow and Miss M.
J. Fahy were quietly married last.
Monday forenoon at the home of the
groom on fifth avenue, Rev. Father
Sherman of the Roman Catholic
church officiating.
The ceremony was performed in
the presence of a few intimate friends.
Mr. and Mrs Glasgow left on the af­
ternoon train for a short wedding
trip.
Mr. Glasgow is one of the substan*
tialmeaof th^city, baiqroneLXif.the^
directors of the Citizens National
Bank, and is heavily interested in
real estate. He has for many years
held the responsible position of
bridge superintend with the Omaha
railway, his territory extending from
St. James to Sioux City. He is a
gontleman of many fine qualities and
is held in high esteem by all who
know him.
The bride has for some ye*rs been
the proprietor of Worthington's most
popular millinery establishment, and
has gaioed a wide circle of friends
and admirers. The Advance joins
the many friends of the contracting
parties in extending congratulations.
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