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, -v 1 ? - 1 r IBESON THEIR BAPTISTS i flifiuiuuiir . SESSION Xhirty fourth Meeting of This Association Was a Fine One. HELD FORTH THREE DAYS AT ST. PAULS. Interesting and Impressive prom StafFto Finish Seed Sown For a Splendid Har vest Able Addresses. (By W. R. Surles.) St r.iuls, N. C, Nov. 4. The thir jvfo'irili annual session of the Robe f0;i Baptist Association convened with ;;,. i-luin-h at St. Pauls Wednesday, Timrsilay and Friday, Nov. 1, 2, and ;rll. At 11 oclock the introductory ser mon was delivered by Rev. J. L. Jen kins, pastor of Parkton Baptist church from the text, "That in all Things He jlidit Have Preeminence." Col. 1.18. , Rev. Mr. Jenkins discussed His pre eminence, first as it relates to redemp tion, and second, His preeminence with reference to the church. The fol lowing points were emphasized: "The purpose of every sermon is to present Jesus Christ. The-church of Jesus Christ is the custodian of his gospel. The sole object of the church and the supreme object of the church is to save souls. If Christ is ever made preeminent in our church, we must make Him preeminent in our lives as ministers, deacons, teachers, laborers, etc." THE WILMINGTON DISPATCH, SUNDAY MORNING. NOVEMBERS. 1916. tors in this .association. Rev. A. T. Howell (in his own original way), ?'in behalf of the saints and sinners of this community", welcomed everybody and said: "Do as you x please if you please to do right.". . I. Dinner hour was announced after which all repaired -to the grove for dinner,, and such a dinner, ham and chicken, pork and potatoes, pies and pudding, pickles and cake, everything to appease the appetite of the inner man; the good sisters even served hot coffee; everybody had a feast and there was that warm, genial brotherly feeling that made you ful. .'It was good to bef there." Afternoon Session. After prayer, led by Rev. W. S. Cobb, the report on "The Biblical Re corder," was submitted by Rev. J. R. Miller, in which he asserted that !Ev- ery true North Carolina Baptist should take it be written", that "The building up of our churches and schools owes it large ly to the Recorder," that "It is time to learn that a. RlihsorinHnn tn tfio The association was then called to Rocorder is an investment, rather than The sermon was masterful and pro- iced a profou entire audience auced a profound imnressinn nn the order by L. R. Vasser, the moderator. The .roll of 52 churches was called and 40 responded. Permanent organization was then effected by the re-election of L. R. Varser for moderator and Dr. R. T. Allen secretary. After the adoption of the order of business. Revs. J. R. Miller and A. T. Howell were welcomed as new pas- nov baa 54 churches with 7,339 mem bers; 54 Sunday schools, with 457 officers and teachers and 6,297 schol ars. . The Association, contributed this year for: '. , State Missions, ., . . $2,182.47 Home Mission, . .V. . ... . . . . 1,459.17 iForeign Missions, ... 1 2,741.22 Sunday School Missions, . . 102.34 Orphanage, 2,876.80 Christian Education, ' .-. ...... 795,86 Ministers' Relief, . . . . .f 18&.31 She has about 18 active ministers serving in this Association. She has 29 Woman's Missionary So cieties, 5 Y. W. AJ, 3 Royal Amabas sadors and 37 Sunbeam Bands. The Woman's Missionary Society alone contributed this year $1,809.55. D. B. Lancaster and Revs. W. R. Davis'and B. M. Townsend were elect ed delegates to the Baptist State Con- that "Achievements cannot ' vention- and Rev- c; L- Greaves was elected delegate to me soutnern ap-J tist Convention at New Orleans. Aft-' er passing a resolution of apprecia tion to the good people of St. Pauls1 for their kind hospitality during the session the Association adjourned to meet with the church at Pr octorsville, N. C, Wednesday, Thursday and Fri- PAGE ELEVEN 1 7 SEE money spent," and "That he who does without it is poorer thereby." He further urered that a riav ho sot anart to be known as "Recorder Day" andlday before tne flrst Sunday Nov., that all the pastors urge their members to subscribe for The Recorder. This report was further discussed by Dr. C. J. Thompson, who said In part : Dai inenb anrn 20 Market Street We are offering Special Inducements for Cril(0)w Week and are showing great selection of Ladies' and Children's Garments. Our buyer has just returned from New York where he has purchased an additional stock at remarkably low Ladies' Coats and Suits In all New Shades and Materials at $5.00 to $30.00 Ladies' Dresses LADIES' DRESSES made of Serge and Silks $5.00 to $15.00 1 Ti g m J"' SOLD BY PETERSON & RWBFS t 1917. Many notable visitors were in at tendance at the Association. We noticed Prof. L. B. Olive, of Delway School and our good friend President Hnhe-nod. nf Oxford Cnlloe-o Tho mi c ,.t a... i ! " t-o- . xu power oi rengious uoeny i . peopie of St. Pauls did themselves the greatest in the world. Nations are proU(J ,n the manner in which they what they are largely by their re- Tltrtn,Tltl . th(3 v.Rt nf i egaies ana visitors, i ne various de-1 ligious beliefs and religious writings. Russelism grows not because of its i safety, but because of its literature. What we need is strength of our young people. Men and women are not interested in what they do not know. "We stand," said he, "for an open j Bible, and separation of church and state." At the conclusion, 18 pastors signi fied their willingness to observe "Re corder Day" in their churches. Next came the report on education by Prof. R. E. Sentelle, who said "the Baptist in North Carolina had 14 high schools and three colleges," that "prayer and efficiency were their standards." " This report was discussed by Dr. W. L. Poteat, President of Wake For- est, and he kept the audience spell- ( hound Ha askp.H the naat.nr to eo i X- 45- home, study Luke 4:18 and preach therefrom a sermon to their people. The report on Foreign Missions was submitted by Dr. Alexander Mill er, in which he asked for $55,000 from nominations joined with the Baptists in their effort of entertainment and it is generally conceded that the thirty-fourth session was one of the 'best ever held. But what else could you expect of F- Paul's? It is a progressive town, about 7 years old, has 22 stores, 3 churches and chapel, 2 cotton mills and about 1,500 people. CAPTAIN ASA BURRISS, -Jfr A Man You Can Swear By True -3fr 5f to Every Trust. ' (By W. C. Galloway.) -5C- Your issue or me ist instant an nounced the fact that Capt. Asa Bur- riss, assistant foreman of the City Firt Department, will act as guide i to the captain of the fisheries schoon-' er, "Grampus," when she comes here; next week to begin her investi-! gations of the fish banks off the coast i 'this state. He said that "We have j 156 missionaries ready and willing to igo to foreign fields, but only 15 can : go for lack of funds. Christianity has ! and off Cape Fear bar. Mr. E. H. j become popular with non-Christian Freeman, a member of the fisheries ! j nations," and that the "Mikado of Ja- commission, went before the City! pan contributed $zo,uuu. rne spirit icuncii ana requestca tne appomt- of missions originates in heaven and : ment of Capt. Burriss, and the Coun-! the spirit of selfishness originates in man." Night session. This period was oc cupied by a sermon by Rev. Walter N. Johnson. Subject, "The Revival." Text from Acts cil readily complied with the request. Mr. Freeman anticipated taking the trip on -the "Grampus" himself, but j found it impossible to go, and there- j Second fore very gladly recommended Capt. s 4:31-32. ! Asa Burriss. individually, 1 rejoice j Acts 4th chapter revival in all our at the appointment, and without his I churches was thought to be a prime knowledge or consent I am. taking ! necessity. tie liberty, through this avenue, of Thursday. The morning session lmroaucmg me wiiraingion pudiic to was partly takan up in the discussion Capt. Asa Burriss. of "Old Ministers' Relief," by Rev. A. I 'Let me say a better or a happier T. Howell. He said that "Baptist selection for the work in hand could ministers are poorest paid of any not possibly have been made. I am other laborers" and urged that we not aware just how Asa Burriss won take care of our worn-out preachers '.take care of our worn-out preachers I who have spent their lives toiling in the service of the Master, j Report on Sunday Schools was pre I pared by Stephen Mclntyre, Esq. In the absence of Mr. Mclntyre the re port was read by Dr. R. T. Allen. the oftice of captain, hut there is one thing I do know he is eminently entitled to it. He is moulded after the pattern of "Little Giffin of Tennessee," in worth and solidity of character. Alice Cary sings: "True worth is in being, not seeming; In doing, each day that goes by, Parhana tho m net riistinftivo. fp.a- ture of Thursday's session was the Some little good-not in the dream presentation of diplomas by Rev. J. D. Moore, of Raleigh, N. C, to the twelve graduating teachers from Back Swamp Sunday School. Back Swamp is a country church and the gradua tion of these teachers demonstrated the fact that country teachers with in g Of great things to do by and by. For whatever men say in blindness And spite of the fancies of youth, There's nothing so kingly as kindness, And nothing so royal as truth." One of the nobilities of Asa Burriss i i o Viio binrlnaci: Q n H ho is iriftoH IT! lout college training can equip them-; " ; -' o "IT " selves for usefulness by taking ad- - J aQ Hfe He knew vantage of the opportunities offered i d and the power of Little by the teacher training course. BrQwn Handg ,n hig and he T71 1 -.2 X A wn W 4- m " TAO In ' roiiowiiig me gi auuauuii ui icavu- ers came the report on State Missions by Rev. J. M. Fleming and discussed by Dr. Snyder, of Fayetteville. Thursday Afternoon. An interesting report on Home Missions was submitted by Rev. J. J. Scott. Next, the report on the Orphanage, by Rev. R. N. Cashwell, and discussed by Arch ibald Johnson, editor of Charity and Children. All who know Archibald Johnson know there is none other like him. He is a witty Scotchman and a true friend to the Thomasville Orph age. You laugh when you hear him, when you are not crying. He says they have 500 children at Thom asville and their greatest need is to increase the current fund. He is proud Of Lumberton church and Sun day School and says that Lumberton Baptist church contributes more mon ey to the Orphanage than any other church in the round world. What an enviable reputation! Thursday night. Sermon by Rev. S. F. Conrad. "Justification by Faith," Hebrew 11:17. Friday. Friday's session v was occu pied by report on B. Y. P. U. by Rev. J. D. Moore; Laymen's Movement, by J. S. Butler; Woman's Work, by Rev.-f feels now a just pride in the fact that they have been a great factor in his success in life. They, assuredly, can do many things dexterously and well. He may not be familiar with the fol lowing anonymous lines, but he is a living and growing example .of their truth : "Those who toil bravely are strongest, The humble and poor become great; And from those brown-aanded chil dren Shall grow mighty rulers of State. "The pen of the author and states man, The noble and wise of our land The sword and the chisel, and palette, Shall be held in the little irown hand." Asa Burriss is a busy man, too busy to devote much time to books. Had the opportunities offered, he would have risen to distinction - in them. The cares of a growing and largely afflicted family have pressed heavily upon him, but instead of complaining he is sweet-tempered, and is glad j that he is able through his fertile brain and strong right arm to cater to their wants and comfort. He is not of the whining sort, does not abuse his unlucky .stars.; on the con trary, he is happy -in his home and 416 Market Street. 0. PHONE 2179 r '.'.- 1 MTnf & COMPANY THE BIG CREDIT STORE OFFERS A H'lELG Magnificent Display MEN'S, WOMEN'S, MISSES' YOUTHS' AND CHILDREN'S CLOT This Assortment Comprises the Newest and Smartest Styles in Men's, Youths', Women's and Misses' Suits, Coats, Hats, Shoes, Etc. WHY PAY CASH Here you can buy STYLISH CLOTHES on a SMALL WEEKLY PAYMENT PLAN. Why inconvenience yourself by paying cash, when this opportunity is offered you ? Come in and convince yourself that OUR PLAN is the "EASY WAY to buy Clothes" All foods marked in plain figures. Strictly one price to all cash or credit 3 I If! "The greatest tenor since Rubini, greater than Gayarrcl" Here is a voice that lias swept whole countries into adoration: a vocal miracle, a marvel voice, a voice that has been called the greatest ever known. ,, olumbia R,e cords by Lazaro of the leading arias from A id a L' African a La Bohcme I Puritan i are the most marvelous ever made in all record history. Come in and hear them. There's a treat in store for you. c 05 F3 about him. He is faithful and trust-! fitness for the work assigned him on worthy. Whatever he promises he will do, and he will not promise more than he can see his way to perform. When night comes, if he is not on the "Grampus," ere I make this off hand pencil sketch too long. Asa Burriss knows all about boats big ones and little ones. He is a duty at the fire boat, nc rs nx Home boat-builder of no mean skill himself, W. R. Davis, and Condition of the J at his work, and knows how to make Churches, by Rev. C. L. Greanes. All these discussions were interesting and helpful. Two new churches were added to the Association during the session. These were West Lumberton and North Lumberton. ; v The Robeson BapH Association the long days grow short. He keeps the sunshine m his soul all through the year;, it is not that the year brings no trials ; it d&es. They serve, however, ohly to refine him. "An honest man Is the noblest work of God." Asa Burriss is honest. There is no little petty meanness with his wife and children, and he be lieves thoroughly in the sanctity of home. There is many a man wear ing finer clothes than he does, who is not nearly so competent and not; half so righteous. He is not averse to long and hon orable descent, but has sense enough to discern the false from the true, and knows that Cain, one of the "F. F. V.s," as it were, killed half of the young men of his time. Asa Burris believes in an incorruptible manhood that real "Life is a dreamland glorified, What more was paradise?" He's an Adam Bede more than good old honest Ham in David Cop perfield. and he N loves the . sea like Ham. He is purer and greater than a thousand Starforths with all- their culture and finery on the principle of Tennyson "A simple maiden in her flower Is worth a hundred coats of arms." Well, that is Asa Burriss, the man, slid the half has not been told. Let and he can build two boats faster than the ordinary man in the busi ness can one. With steam and gas engines he loves to while away the happy hours. He is a fine hand to have around on the water, fresh or salt, when danger is brewing, for he doesn't know how to show the cow feathers he hasn't got any. He can take a rope , and tie any kind of a knot in it, no matter how intricate, in an infinitesmally short time not a Daa- accompiisnment in a Doai. tie knows all about fish nets, is a mas-J he better not fool around Asa Bur riss. There may be a few on the "Grampus" who can use the king's English with a little more eleganco and eloquence than Captain Asa, but in calm or storm there will not be a: qounq aqj u uvm aajuajaq jo jaiiaq or one wno is quicker and wiser iu take advantage" of conditions as they, arise. To be plain and to the point, and to shorten up this pleasant task, Asa Burriss knows wonderfully well a lot jo ioi v stjq aq asnuoaq 'uSujqi jo sense packed away ready for use above his twinkling and pretty blue eyes. Here's my hand. Captain Asa, for a ter hand' in making any kind, and I '" " T" - .,-... the celerity of his work is a bit phe- Dl- J 3 ' " and he is not in the fish net homenal business either. He is familiar with all manner of fish lines for all sorts of fishing neither is he in the fish business. He knows the" Cape Fear river from Black creek to the bar Is familiar with the dcean, and the ocean bed from Lockwood's Folly to Mdrehead City. Knows intimately all the fish in the waters hereabout and in the sea by sight and by name. And ANIMALS CAUSING TROUBLE. me say a fewiwords about his special if a fl3h ddes not want to be caught London, Nov. 4. In a letter home A. G. Ross, who is a member of then British Royal Engineers in German. East Africa, says: '. "The giraffes are causing more trou ble to the telegraph than any othevf animals, as they go about at night,' run Into the wires, and down r they, come with the wires." v. i.7 .tl n i Sl I X. 4" ;.f,r mi a.i-.!r.;;v;. ...A, .'s x : .!;
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