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The Orphans’ Friend. FRIDAY. --SEPTEMBER 28, 1883. MATRIMONIAL. Little Mis8_Fcatherweight, Mincing along, Haughty and arrogant, Train a yard long. Too proudjto notice vShop windows or wares, Rude and unlady-like, Putting on airs. Young Mr. Nobod)', Living quite fast, Boasting of pedigree, Rank in the past! Nursing with fondness A fe.v silken hairs, r^eaning on relatives, l*uttihg on airs. Little Miss Featherweight /•leets Mr. N ; “Angel in petticoats’’— “Sweetest of men.” Giggle a)id badinage, • Leve unawares; Each to the other one Rutti.ig on airs, You-'-g Mr. Nobody Marries tlm maid ; 8 he blushing tenderly, He half afraid. Now we’re two Nobodies— Doves go in pairs— Spending the honeymoon. Putting on airs. One year has passed away, Masks are thrown down; She proves a virago, He but a clown. Strangers the Nobodies JMeet on the 8'airs ; Void is the pedigee, Gone are the airs. THE BISHOP’S EXPERIMENT. The fact that education and culture alone fail to transform the life and character, finds marked proof in the experi ence of missionaries in Africa. When American missionaries first went to Natal, they la bored sevsral years without seeing any profitable result- Their method was to go among the natives and preach to them the simple story of Christ’s mission upon earth, and the necssity of accepting, Him as master. An English bishop, coming to . the| country, frankly told these missionaries that they were beginnig wrong. ‘‘These? savages,' he said, ‘can not ai*.- preciate the sublime truths of the Christian religion. First you must teach in th^ common branches of education. In fact, you must partially or wholly civilize them, before they will bo p eparedto ac cept Christianity,’ Acting pn his own tb«ory.»- the goo 1 bishop selected from the natives’ huts twelve children, six hoys and six girls from fourteen to sixteen years old. These he had bound to him by contract for three years, and then he took them into his own family. During that time they were taught to read and to write and to do ordinary work about the house and in the garden. The girls were also taught to play the piano, and the boys draw^ ing; but no ! eligious instruc-^ tion was given them When the three years had passed the bishop told them that they were no longer un der obligations to remain with him. Without attempting to re strain the joy they felt at the ))i'08pect of passing from un der the influences by which they had been suriounded for three years, they rushed to their rooms, threw off their European clothes, donned their bead ornaments and gir dles, and with screams and shrieks, ran from the hoiMe into the wilderness. The good man did not see them again. 'riie missionaries continued in the way they had begun; and, after thirty years of la bor, had the joy of seeing twelve churches, eighteen schools and two seminaries planted among the most l)e- nighted people. ‘But,’ says one of ibe teachers, ‘before a man has been led to embrace Christi anity, we cannot civilize h’m enough so that ho will even put a door in his kraal (hut).’ We are now prepared to state the difference between a man and an animal, as we have found them in our anal ysis, up to this point. Xt consists in three things. In man we find: First.—A comprehending power, that surveys the universe, and all the capacities of its possessor in relation to that universe. Second,—A sense of obliga tion to do certain acta, and t lefrain from others,--this sense arising spontaneously in view of certain relations or., results, and being distinct from those impulses of the affections or desires, which may holong to an animal. The power of choice, that giyes, by its gen eric action, individuality of aim lor a lifetime; and, in specific acts determines whether the higher or lower nature of man shall rule. These, three, pow.ers, with, ex ecutive volition, make, the ruler of the W^orld'and the shaper of“ his'own dbsriny, so far as choice and attempts are concerned. These three powers are.iall that we. have y^t found des- tinctive in the higher nature (jf man,. If, animals' have ei- tjher of them) we look in vain for the proof of. it in the whole range, of the animal kingdom. It is .claimed by some that animals have these’ powers but the proof offered is not satisfactory. The beautiful ' action ohthe nat ural instincts—as the social instincts, and parcustal in stincts, aod parj^tal,instin,pts —is often tI•hlmpbd^ntly re ferred . to asr proD.f- pf the- moral nkrttiW of -bbt a full, analysis of th,eso in^ stincts shows-tbait they oceu- py an entirely different sphere from the three powers we have mentioned. Inman tliese natural: instificts call’ the moral natui*© into action, it is true; but in tiie anipials, they need neither guidance nor restraints from obligation or any thing above them, as we have shown. THR ATMO^ER&^F THE TABLE. It is imposribl^ to estimate properly. the immense influ ence which is exeyted upon a household ' by the- atmos- pheie of the family table. It is re.allyf.*w.oTl^’ while, and, when philosocally considered, it is a matter of great impor tance, , to lay aside as far.,as possible all thoughts ,of hard work done before and to al low no vexatious, questions to ,be discussed at the time. The habit of brooding over our work, and exhausting ourselves by going over, it in our minds, is one to be stu diously avoided. There is nothing that takes from one’s energy more than-thisj'and it is a frequent cause of insan ity.—E'cckanffOr Some of the greatest have beep made, nobby berp^aod nameless ' and and children, who have borne the heaviest cross with silent lips and ungrudging soul, nevei' dreaming thait there was anything, very sub lime in their endurance. Tbe orgta Asylu IS LOCATED AT OXFORD, the County-seat of Granville, forty-five miles North of Raleigh; twelve miles from Henderson on the R. & G. R. R- The Orphan Asylum belongs to {and, of course, is conducted according to the regul.ations adopted by) the Grand LodgCiOjt Masons. Its benefits arp .extended to the .most needy orphans, without, ever askln.g whether their fathers were masons or not. Children are received between the ages of eight and twelve, and discharg ed between the ages offourteen and sixteen. The average cash expenses for eacl orphan IS five dollars a month, but the sum required varies according to the seasons, and does not include what is spent. for repairs, furniture and im provement of the premises. The Grand Lodge gives the building and grounds, and $2000 a year. The State gives $5000 a year. For the remainder of Its support, and for enlargement, the Or phan Asylum is dependent on volun tary contributions from subordinate Lodges, churches of all denominations, benevolent societies, and charitable in dividuals; and their co-operation is earnestly solicited. EXTRACTS FROM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE GRAND LODGE OF MASONS: The. design of the Orphan Asylum shall be to protect, train and educate in digent and promising orphan children, to be received between the ages of fi and 12 years, who have no parents, nor property, nor near relations able to as sist tliem. They shall not be received for a shorter time than two years, extraordinary cases the Superintendent may receive children outside^he ages specified. The larger girls shall assist In the ordinary house work, and in making and mending the bed clothes, their own clothes and the clothes of the boys. Tlie larger boys shall assist in the preparation of tuel, the care of the stock, and the cultivation of the soil. Atleastfour religious denominations shall be represented among the officers of the.Asylum, and the representatives of all religious creeds and of all po litical ' parties shall be treated alike. The Institution shall be conducted on the cash system, and its operations enlarged or curtailed, according to the funds received. Orphan children in the said Asylum shall be fed and clothed, and shall re ceive such preparatory training and education as will prepare tliem for use ful occupations and for the usual busi ness transactions of life. . Resolved, Tliat the sincere thanks of this Grand Lodge are hereby tendered to many benevolent ladies and gen tlemen:, to theministers of the Gospel, to churches of various denominations, Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, Good Templars, Friends of Temperance and other benevolent societies whose hearty co-operation and liberal contributions have rendered timely and valuable as sistance in the great work of ameliora ting the condition of the orphan chil dren of theState. Resolved, That all benevolent soci eties and individuals are.hereby cordi ally invited arid requested to co-operate With us in providing funds and snpplies forfeedmg, clothing and educating indi gent and promising orphan children at the Asylum In OSord. ! Resolved, That the Masterofeach sub ordinate Lodge appoint a Standing Committee upon raising funds, for the Orphan Asylum, and require said com mittee to report in writing each month, arid that said reports and the funds re ceived be forwarded monthly to the Sriperintendent of- the Asylum, and that the support of the Orphan Asylum be a regular order of business in each subordinate Lodge at each Communi cation. 'Should deserted children be admit ted?’ was decided in the negative. ‘Should children having step-fathers be admitted?’ was also decided in tlie nlegatlve. ‘Should deformed children be admit ted?’ This was left to the discretion ot the Superintendent. When the de formity is of such a cliaracter as to ds- qliire extra, attention, it was tliouglit uhadvisable to admit the parties in the present condition of the Asylum. ' ‘Sliould. boys learn trades ac tiie Asy- Iqm?’ Decided m the negative, it be ing impracticable at this time to em ploy skilled mechanics in the various trades, erect suitable work-shops and purclmse necessary tools. ‘Should collecting agents be appoin ted in different jiartB of the State; and if so, what wriges should they receive ?’ This was left to the discretion of the Superinte.ndent: but tlie meeting ad- vlred against employing and paying agents. . THE ADOPTION OP ORPHANS. We are always glad to accommodate childless couples who wish to adopt children as'their own ; but greatly pre- prpfer that they should come and make thoir own selections. APPLICATION FOR CHILDREN. Coirespondents are requested to read %fnd regulate applications for children by) the following resolutions of the Grand Lodge of Masons: to inquire in+o the circumstances and treatment of children already diseharg- ad, and living in their jurisdiction, and use their best efforts to secure good treatment, or the return of the chil dren. 3. It shall he tlie duty every secretary of a Lodge to send the names of the Committee of the Orphan Asylum to the Orphans’ Friend for publication, in order that persons wishing to em ploy ori>hans may know the steps to ^ taken. inartyre who ab(>«& ceutjif^ •,, Resolved, 1. The Superintendent of ries in immorttlf'feme;' tut "By mo Orphan Asylum sh.all not consider , . . ',r. . V , • . airfr ati-nnryatimi Inr i-i rtnyUo r, forgotten’ women any application for an orphan antxl the sarrie has been approved and endorsed byjthe Orphan Asylum Committee of the Lodge in whose jurisdiction the applicant resides. '2,. It shall be the duty of the said epm- mltiteo to make due inquiry into the de sirableness of the' situation offered be fore endorsing an application; and alll:)' HOW CHILDREN ARE ADMITTED Very often til Superintendent hunts up poor and promising orphans, and informs them of the. advantages offered at the Orphan House, and induces them to return with him. Generally it is best that he shouldsee them before they start. When this is Impracticable, a formal application shouldbe made by a friend. Here is one in proper form: N. C 188... This Is to certify that Is an or- phan^ without estate, sound in body and mind, and years of age. H father died in 18 ; b mother in 18 I being h hereby make application for h ad- ipission into the Asylum at Oxford. I also relinquish and convey to tiic offi- riers'of the Asvlum the management and control of the said orphan till 10 years of age, in order that may be trained and educated according to the regulations prescribed by the Grand Lodge of North Carolina. 1 also promise not to annoy the Orphan Asylum, and not to encourage the said orphan to leave without the approvai of the Superintendent Approved by W. M. of..i The application should be sent to the Superintendent, and he will either go for the children or provide for their transportation. ^ In no case should a community take up a collection to send a man with the children,' nor send the children before theSnpeilndendent lias been consulted. ACTION OF EPISCOPATE CONVEN TION. Resolution adopted by the last an- nnal Convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church, at Winston, May 13, 1880: “Resolved, Tliat this ConventkJti does heartily approve the efforts of the Oxford Asylum to alleviate the suffer ings and to provide for the welfare of the helpless orphans of North Caroli na ; and that we commend to the imita tion of all, the examnle of this spirit of active charity and dcb efl eno© on the part of the Masonic fraternity II tbuk fulfilling the Apostolic injunction to re member the poor.” ACTION OF THE N, C. CONFER- ENCE. On motion of Rev. J. R. Brooks, the following resolutions were adopted at the Annual Conference held at Dur ham, in 1881. “The Committee to whom was refer red the communication of his Excellen cy Giov. Jarvis, biinging to our notice and commending to our favor, the Ox ford Orphan Asylum, recommend tlie adoption of the following resolutions : 1. That we reiterate our oft-repeated expression of sympathy with this noble charity, and heartily commend it to the liberal support of all our people. 2. That our pastors are hereby re quested to take a collection in all their congregations at such time (kiri.ig the ensuing Conference year as they may think most appropriate and best, and to forward the same to the Superinten dent of the Asylum. 3. That the Recording Stewards of our several pastoral charges are reques- tkd to report to our Annual conference the omounts collected under the head of “For the Orphan Asylum.’ Jno R. Brooks, \ E. A. Yates, l Committee. ACTION OP PRESBYTERIAN SYN(n.>. Re?Cint’•'118 adopted by the Synod of North Carolina in session at Ral eigh, N, 0., Novembei 1-^th. 1380: “Whereas the Oxford Orphaii Asylum of North Carolina is a purely benev olent institution, and is doing great f ood for the needy Orphans of our tate, therefore, Mesolved, That we approve ^of ite purposes and suggest that the congre gations within our bounds take up at their own convenience an annual col lection in behalf of that institution and forward the same collected, in connection with any articlesof food and raiment which may . be ooutrrbu- ted, to the Superintendent. ACTION OP BAPITST STATE CON VENTION. At the Baptist State Convention, held In Goldsboro, November 17th, 1880, the following resolution was adopted : Whereas, We feel a deep interest in the work of the Oxford Orphan Asylum, and believe it is doing an ines timable amount of good; and Whereas, We believe that the Bap tist people of the State will feel it to be not only a duty, but a privilege, to con tribute regularly to Its support: there fore Resolved, That all our pastors are hereby earnestly requested to take up a collection at each of their churches at least once a year in behalf of this great and important work. Elder F. H. Ivey submitted the fol lowing resolution, which was adopted at the Convention held in Winston in 1881: Resolved, That this Convention foeU an uudiminished interest in the work of the Orphan Asylum: and that we repeat, wltli earnestness and emphasis,' the recommen datlon to all OUB pastors'to take np at least one collection during the year In aid of the Oxford Orphan Afylnm,' COAL. COAL. 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