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Editor's Tour South. Thomas Williams, Editor of The Christadelphian Advocate. September 1895.
The Christadelphian Advocate, June 1889, p. 146
MT. VERNON, ARK. – I drop you a few lines that you may know how we are getting along in this section. We still try in our feeble way to keep the truth before the people, the greatest trouble is to get a hearing; the ecclesiastical Masters of the people do all in their power to prevent them from hearing us, but notwithstanding all that, we are, I hope, doing some good. We assisted one, Mr. Lock, in putting on the only name given among men whereby we must be saved. Brother Lock is blind, but well educated; also well versed in the truth. There are three or four others who are inquiring the way.
Brethren Martin, Miller and Nicly from Martinville, and brother Lenox from Denmark were with us at our last meeting. Brother Lenox gave us two excellent lectures at Rosebud, and two at Mt. Vernon with a promise to visit us again in June. His lectures have disturbed the waters at Mt. Vernon considerably.
What has become of brother Moyer. I was very sorry that a man of his talent suffered himself drawn off on such flimsy excuse; but so it is, and will be until the Master comes. I certainly feel thankful for your masterly defense of the name. You will find true and faithful brethren sufficient to hold up your hands while you fight the battles of Israel.
I remain your brother in the hope of the Kingdom of God,
J. M. Lively.
The Christadelphian Advocate, April 1887, p 48-50
DURHAM, ARK. I am isolated from any brethren amid Egyptian darkness. Although I have given several discourses in the surrounding neighborhood, I see no interest manifest for the Truth of “the gospel of the Kingdom of God and name of Jesus Christ.” I would like if you could send me some tracts, gratis, to circulate in this county.
Yours in Christ,
E. J. Sanders
[Tracts sent, Ed.]
The Christadelphian Advocate, March 1889, p. 76
WORCESTER, MASS. – The following notice printed on a postal card has been coming to the office monthly of late. It shows the brethren of Worcester are keeping the truth in the foreground: “The Christadelphians deliver free Bible Lectures at Reform Club Hall, 460 Math St., Worcester, Mass., every first day of the week, at 10:45 A.M. They believe the Bible to be wholly inspired and unerring, and that it is the only reliable and infallible guide for the children of men. They treat no portion of the sacred Word as unimportant, but all alike is profitable for doctrine, and instruction in righteousness. You are invited to come and hear the following lectures: Subjects for the month of February: Sunday 3d., ‘Suffer the Word of Exhortation.’ Sunday 10th., Physical Changes to Occur in Palestine. Sunday 17th, ‘He Taketh the Wise in Their Own Craftiness.’ Sunday 24th, Biblical Exposition of God’s Kingdom. Rom. x: 17 – ‘Without faith it is impossible to please God.’ Heb xi: 6. N.B. Books which treat upon the kingdom of God, and which have shed so much light upon the present distressed condition of the world, loaned to those interested.”
From The Christadelphian Advocate, July, 1941 on the inside front cover:
We regret that we received too late for this issue an account of the very successful Fraternal Gathering held at Martinville, Ark., during June. We hope to publish next month.
By the same mail we also received a circular letter from brother Bughman setting forth the advantages to be gained by an attendance at the forthcoming Gathering to be held at the Bible School grounds at Martinville, Ark., (see notice page 167). The entire plant of the School has cost over $13000.00, and it is free of debt. Dormitories, tabernacle, dining hall, shower bath, electric lights and sewage have been provided, besides attractive cottages which have been built on the grounds by individual Christadelphians. Provision has been made to take care of children unattended by their parents or guardians. The circular further states, “Due to the nature of the school and the enthusiasm generated in the minds of those who attend, special care is exercised by those in charge in the matter of baptism. The committee in charge exercises every precaution, and if any doubt exists, the candidate for baptism is advised to go home and study further and take the matter up with the local ecclesia.”
A small fee of $2.25 for adults is charged. Children under twelve years of age $1.25. These fees cover all charges for food and housing for the eight days. Bring your bed covers, sheets, toilet articles, Bibles, note book, pencils, and a willingness to study God’s Word. Cots and sleeping quarters are furnished free.
Our object is to teach the Truth to people. This is a good work and deserves the help and cooperation of all ecclesias.
(on page 167): Martinville, Ark., Bible School.-The Annual Mid-Summer Bible School will be held at Martinville, August 2nd to 10th inclusive. Arrange your vacation to attend, and get real value for the time that you spend with the brethren and sisters. Better facilities and added improvements.-“Bible School Messenger.”
From The Christadelphian Advocate, September-October, 1946 on page 212:
LITTLE ROCK, ARK.-It is with joy that we report the baptism of four of our young people here. In the course of three months, Mr. Harold Lafferty, Miss Norma Jean Huie, Miss Pat Stanton, and Mr. Tom Stanton all made known their desire to become heirs of God's kingdom. These four, all of whom gave a good confession of their faith and hope in the things concerning the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, were baptized into the name of Christ. It is the hope and prayer of our ecclesia that each one may adhere faithfully to the Name which they bear, and in the end be granted an entrance into God's kingdom on earth.
Sister Miner, from Shreveport, La., has moved here and is a welcome addition to our meeting. Also, Brother Paul Burd of Chattanooga, Tenn., has moved here and is a member of our ecclesia.
Brother and Sister William Moon have moved to California, and will be with members there.
We have enjoyed visits from Sister Parker of Judsonia, Ark., Bro. Ned O'Kelley of Conway, Ark., Sister Margaret Stephens and Sister Hazel Treadway, of Chicago.
We appreciate and welcome any of like faith who may be in Little Rock at any time.
James Stanton, Secy., Little Rock Ecclesia.
From The Christadelphian Advocate, May 1956, pg 114
HYE, TEXAS, GATHERING: Greetings to the Household! Again we want to call to the attention of the Brethren the coming date of our annual fraternal gathering at Hye, Texas, beginning July 22nd, and ending July 29th, 1956. We extend to each of you an invitation to come and participate with us and strengthen our faith. Our basis of fellowship is the old original statement of Faith.
There is being constructed on our meeting grounds a lunch room; so any of you who do not want to cook in camp will be able to eat your meals there. To those of you afar off this may be an attractive convenience in not having to bring your cooking equipment along; so just pick up your bed and come and be with us. I do not yet know the cost of eating in the lunch room, but I am sure it will be only a modest charge. I have been informed it will be ready within a few weeks.
LEE OATMAN, Sec.
146 No. W.W. White Rd.
San Antonio, Texas
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