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MUNICIPAL RECORD
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CITY REGISTER,
FOR 1872-3.
CITY GOVERNMENT.
ORRIN T. WELCH MAYOR.
CITY COUNCILMEN.
FIRST WARD.
THIRD WARD.
Henry Burgess,
Daniel M. Adams.
Jesse C. Chesney, W. W. Phillips.
SECOND WARD.
FOURTH WARD.
Martin Handley. A. W. Knowles. E. E. Straet. D. H. Horne.
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OFFICERS.
Clerk -R. U. C. Searle.
Treasurer-J. D. Craigue. Police Judge-George B. Holmes. Attorney -- M. H. Case.
Engineer -- William Tweeddale. Assessor -- G. F. Morriam. Street Commissioner-Michael Voorhees. Marshal-Samnel Hindman. Assistant Marshal-Albert Fowkes.
POLICEMEN.
H. P. Streeter. John F. Carter, R. Nichols, P. J. Gilman. H. Checksfield.
James H. Tincher.
JUSTICES OF THE PEACE.
David Bricr. W. V. Barr.
CONSTABLES.
Thomas Archer. Edward W. Davies.
STANDING COMMITTEES.
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE.
D. M. Adams, J. C. Chesney. M. Handley.
COMMITTEE ON CLAIMS AND ACCOUNTS.
A. W. Knowks. D. M. Adams, W. W. Phillips.
COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES.
I. C. Chesney. H. Burgess. E. E. Straet.
COMMITTEE ON STREETS AND WALKS.
D. M. Horne. W. W. Phillips. H. Burgess.
COMMITTEE ON LICENSES.
W. W. Phillips. H. Burgess. A. W. Knowles.
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
H. Burgess. D. H. Horne ... : E. E .. Straet.
CONNETTER ON MARKETS AND MARKET PLACES. M. Handley. D. M. Adams. D. H. Horne.
COMMITTEE ON PRINTING. J. C. Chesney. D. M. Adams. D. H. Horne.
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E. E. Stract.
COMMITTEE ON POOR. 11. Burgess,
J. C. Chesney.
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC HEALTH.
W. W. Phillips. D. M. Adams,
M. Handley.
COMMITTEE ON POLICE.
M. Handloy. D. H. Horne,
H. Burgess.
COMMITTEE ON FIRE DEPARTMENT.
A. W. Knowles. D. M. Adams,
E. E. Straet.
COMMITTEE ON MANUFACTURES.
J. C. Chesney, D. M. Adams,
D. H. Horne.
Regular meetings of the Council on the first Monday in each month.
COUNTY OFFICERS.
Elections are held on Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
Judge of the District Court-Hon. John T. Morton.
Clerk of District Court-Hiram McArthur.
Attorney-Thomas Ryan.
Sheriff-Chester Thomas, Jr.
Under Sheriff-H. C. Lindsey.
Deputy Sheriff and Jailor-W. D. Disbrow.
Judge of Probate Court-Lewis Hanback.
Treasurer-Thomas M. James.
Deputy Treasurer-James Manning.
County Clerk-P. I. Bonebrake.
Surveyor-D. A. Harvey.
Register of Deeds-Wm. P. Thompson.
Deputy Register of Deeds-George B. Holmes.
Coroner-Dr. A. M. Eidson.
Superintendent of Public Instruction-D. J. Evans.
Board of County Commissioners-E. Carriger, Golden Silvers, B. J. Ricker.
COURTS.
POLICE COURT.
Judge-George B. Holmes.
Convenes at 8 A. M., and 5 p. M. daily.
DISTRICT COURT.
Judge-Hon, John T. Morton.
The District Court of Shawnee county is held at Topeka. commencing on the first Monday in June and December.
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PROBATE COURT.
Judge Hon. Lewis Hanback.
The Probate Court of Shawnee county will convene on the first Monday in January. April. July and October.
SUPREME COURT.
Chief Justice-Hon. S. A. Kingman.
Associates-Hon. D. M. Valentine and Hon. D. J. Brewer. Clerk-AA. Hammatt.
1 Reporter-W. C. Webb.
Two regular terms, held in Capitol building, in Topeka, commencing the first Tuesday in January and July. [See section 2. chapter 27, General Statutes of 1868.]
FEDERAL COURTS.
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT.
Judge-Hon. Mark W. Delahay.
Clerk-A. S. Thomas.
Marshal-D. W. Houston.
Attorney-A. H. Horton.
Assistant Attorney-A. D. Williams. Commissioner-Lewis Hanback.
The District Court of the United States for the district of Kansas convenes at Topeka on the second Monday in April and at Leavenworth on the second Monday in October.
UNITED STATES CIRCUIT COURT.
Judge of Circuit Court and Presiding Judge of the Eighth Judicial Distrlet-Hon. John F. Dillon.
Associate Judge-Hon. Mark W. Delahay.
Clerk-A. S. Thomas.
The United States Circuit Court will convene at Topeka on the fourth Monday in November, and at Leavenworth on the first Monday in June.
KANSAS STATE GOVERNMENT.
The act admitting Kansas into the Union as a State was approved by the United States Senate January 29, 1861.
Elections are held on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November.
The Governor, Secretary. Treasurer, Auditor, Attorney General, Superintendent of Public Instruction, and State Senators are elected for the term of two years. The mem-
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bers of the House of Representatives are elected annually. The State Printer is elected for two years by a joint bal- lot of the legislature, and the Superintendent of Insurance is appointed by the Governor.
STATE OFFICERS.
Governor-James M. Harvey. Lieutenant Governor-P. P. Elder.
Secretary of State-W. IL. Smallwood.
Treasurer-J. E. Hays.
Auditor-A. Thoman.
Attorney General-A. L. Williams.
Adjutant General-David Whittaker.
Superintendent of Public Instruction-HI. D. M.c.Carty. Public Printer-S. S. Prouty.
Superintendent of Insurance-W. C. Webb.
Librarian-D. Dickinson.
BANKS.
THE CAPITOL BANK OF TOPEKA
Was organized and went into operation in September, 1871.
Its officers are : President. J. D. Knox; Vice Presi- dent, N. C. McFarland; Cashier. A. Stutson; Teller, Will S. Norton.
This bank has done a very prosperous business, and is growing upon the confidence of the community. Its capital is $200,000-twenty-five per cent. of which has been paid in. The deposits have already reached at the highest point the encouraging figures of $139.000. Its location is No. 202 Kansas avenue. [Sce advertisement on cover.]
CITIZENS' BANK.
The Citizens' Bank of North Topeka. commenced bnsi- ness on the fifteenth day of October. 1872. with a capital of $ 100,000.
The following are the officers and directors: N. Max- well, President; P. C. Lyman, Vice President ; J. R. Swal- low, Cashier ; B. F. Kistler, C. J. Lovejoy, B. F. Van Horn.
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N. Maxwell, P. C. Lyman, J. R. Swallow and A. P. Havens, Directors. (SEe advertisement, page 1.)
KANSAS VALLEY NATIONAL BANK OF TOPEKA.
The above bank was organized July 30, 1866, and its charter granted under said organization by the Comptroller of the Currency, August 23, 1866. It was opened for the transaction of business in Ritchie's block, October 8, 1866, with Daniel M. Adams as President, which position he holds at the present time. George D. Farr was its first Cashier, which position he resigned May 8, 1868, and was succeeded by Charles N. Rix, the present Cashier.
Much credit is due the officers of this bank for the very" judicious and eminently successful management of the bank, as its business from its inception has been strictly legitimate in all its branches, and has steadily increased until it is sec- ond to but few banks in the State in business capacity and reputation, and its dividends have never been less than twenty per cent. net per annum. Its location is on the corner west- of Kansas and Sixth avenues, east side, and strangers visit- ng the city will find it convenient, its officers accommo- dating, and a good fire proof vault for safe keeping of special deposits and valuables, and the additional security of a night- watchman. (See advertisement.)
TOPEKA NATIONAL BANK.
This institution is the outgrowth of the old banking- house of F. W. Giles & Co., and which was in turn the outgrowth of the house of F. W. Giles, private banker, who transacted the first bankiug business in Topeka, in the month of May, 1864. Mr. Giles was joined in business by Colonel Charles W. Jewell, in March, 1866. The house of F. W. Giles & Co., thus formed, continuing in business until suc- ceeded by the Topeka National Bank, which commenced business on the first of April last.
In exemption from losses usually incident to the bank- ing business, the parent house was fortunate to a remarkable degree, through its six years of business life, and never failed of a constantly increasing business, notwithstanding the numerous rival institutions that have grown up and around it.
With the increased facilities to business, incident to the national organization, the support of a directory thoroughly identified with the business interests of Topeka, and the
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long familiarity of its officers with the solid men of Kansas, the Topeka National Bank has promise of a future brilliancy second to that of no other bank in the State. [See card on cover.]
TOPEKA BANK AND SAVINGS INSTITUTION.
This banking institution was incorporated, organized and commenced business on the first day of January, A. D. 1869, with a capital stock of $150,000, and a paid up capital of $37,500, and an individual liability of $300,000. On the first day of January, 1870, the paid up capital was increased to $45,000. During the year 1871 the paid up capital was increased to $60,000, and the capital stock was increased to $160,000. On the first day of January, 1872, the paid up capital was increased to $80,000. At this writing-November 1, 1872-the paid up capital is $160,000. The stockholders are among the wealthiest and best business men of the city.
Since the first day of January, 1871, the bank has been under the following management: President, Jacob Smith; Vice President, George W. Veale; Secretary and Cashier, John R. Mulvane; Assistant Cashier, Byron Roberts.
The above is a brief history of one of the best banking institutions of our growing and prosperous city. Keeping pace with the demands of business, the paid up capital has constantly been increased, until it has the largest paid up capital of any bank in the State. The unparalleled success of this banking house for the past two years reflects credit upon its management and deservedly raises it high in public favor. With daily deposits of $250,000, and a rapidly increas- ing business, with less than four years of an existence, it presents a financial success equaled by few and excelled by none. (See card on cover.)
THE SHAWNEE COUNTY BANK.
This bank was organized in June last, and on the first day of July opened for business in their temporary office, corner Fifth street and Kansas avenue. W. D. Terry, who is very widely known as a man of means and excellent busi- ness foresight, was chosen President, and Benjamin Hay- wood, formerly of Comstock & Haywood, of St. Louis, and for the last four years a resident and successful merchant of Topeka, was elected Vice President. The Cashier, G. F. Parmelee, is an experienced officer, having been in the bank- ing business a greater part of the time since 1807, and prob-
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ably understands what is requisite to make a bank popular and successful. Mr. W. J. Stagg, who, for the last four years, has been the "Publican" of Shawnee county, is very widely and favorably known,, and, as Assistant Cashier, can receive money on deposit as gracefully as for taxes.
This institution has already a high standing, and ranks among the most reliable banks in the State. The men con- nected with the bank believe fully in the great future of Topeka, and are enterprising, driving business men, as is shown by their new office on the corner of Sixth and Kansas avenues. The Board of Directors are: Orrin T. Welch, (Mayor), T. L. King, B. Haywood, W. D. Terry and Geo. F. Parmelee; J. G. Searle, Notary, and D. C. Metsker, Attorney. (See advertisement on cover.)
CHURCHES.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH.
On the first day of March, 1857, Jesse Stone, Joseph C. Miller, Sarah E. Miller, Christopher Fitzgerald, Charles A. Bliss and William Jordan, of Topeka, met together, and organized themselves into a regular Baptist Church, to be known as the "First Baptist Church of Topeka."
They had occasional preaching by Rev. Mr. Fish until June, 1859, at which time Rev. C. C. Hutchinson became their pastor, and continued until 1862, being supported partly by the Home Mission Board. Up to this time they were without any place of worship. In 1862 they completed a small hall over Mr. Miller's store, which they occupied until January, 1870, when they entered their new house of wor- ship.
In 1862, Rev. Mr. Alward became their pastor, and con- tinued with them until 1866. In December, 1866, the church called Rev. Dr. Isaac Sawyer to the pastorate, who remained until June, 1868. From this date the church was without a pastor until October, 1869, at which time the Rev. H. P. Fitch, formerly of Port Burwell, Canada, became their pastor and remained one year, when he resigned his charge, and
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returned to his former pastorate. The church was again without a settled pastor, though at no time without a regular supply. On April 1, 1871, Rev. E. O. Taylor, of Chicago, became the pastor of the church, and from that time to the present has labored very acceptably to the church, and we doubt not to the Master. Under his administration the church has increased one hundred. From six members at the organization, the church has increased to two hundred and thirty.
The whole number, from first to last, has been about three hundred and fifty. Chapel, corner of Ninth and Jack- son streets. Pastor's residence, corner of Ninth and Monroe streets.
SECOND BAPTIST, (COLORED),
Is located on the north side of Tenth avenue, between Madi- son and Jefferson streets. (History not furnished.)
BAPTIST CHURCH, (OF NORTH TOPEKA.)
This church is located on the northeast corner of Harri- son and Laurent streets. (History not furnished.)
CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION, (CATHOLIC.)
This church, situated on the corner of Jackson street and Eighth avenue, was commenced by Rev. Jas. H. Defouri, in August, 1862. On Christmas day, of the same year, ser- vice was held in it for the first time. It was soloemnly ded- icated to God by Rt. Rev. J. B. Miege, under the title of Church of the Assumption, on the 16th of August. 1863.
In 1865 Father Defouri was sent to Europe on business connected with the diocese of Kansas, and services were held during his absence by Rev. Elmira Fourmont. On his return, July 27, 1866, he resumed his charge, having for asssistant, Rev. Evgene Bononcini. In the meantime, F. De- fouri opened the Theological Seminary on the first of Sep- tember, 1866, and there young men are trained up in all the courses, from the young commencer to the highest branches of philosophy and theology.
In July, 1868, F. Bononcini was removed to Fort Scott, and Rev. Felix Swembergh acted as assistant. In July, 1869, Rev. Sebastian Favre assumed the chairs of philosophy and divinity; and thus this institution has flourished under the very shadow of the church, and is one of our Topeka
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institutions. We heard that the Theological Seminary was to be removed to Leavenworth, on account of being cramped in the growing city. Should F. Defouri obtain a few acres of land adjoining the city, he would build there the Seminary. FF. Defouri and Favre are assisted by a staff of competent teachers.
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL.
Corner Seventh and Harrison streets, Rev. L. Blakesley, pastor.
On October 14, 1855, nine persons met in a small cabin to consult in reference to the formation of an Anti-Slavery Congregational Church. The organization proper was effected in "Old Constitution Hall," July 14, 1856. Rev. L. Bodwell preached the first sermon, as stated supply, October 26, 1856, and continued to minister to the church and people until the spring of 1860, at which time he resigned. In October, 1860, the church called Rev. P. Mc Vicar. In May, 1861, he was ordained as pastor of the church, and continued in that relation until July, 1866. Rev. L. Bodwell was again invited as pastor in the fall of 1866, and labored as such until the summer of 1869, at which time Rev. J. G. Merrill was in- vited to become the pastor of the church. After filling that position for one year, he was appointed to the Superintend- ency of Home Missions for the State, and was succeeded in October, 1870, by Rev. L. Blakesley, the present pastor. The church edifice was commenced in the fall of 1857, and dedicated January 1, 1861. In January, 1860, the member- ship of the church was twenty-seven; it now numbers two hundred and twenty-five. The trustees of the church are Dr. E. Tefft, W. E. Bowker and E. H. Blake. The deacons are F. L. Sexton and A. B Perine. Clerk, James F. Griffin.
SECOND CONGREGATIONAL, (COLORED),
Is situated on Kansas avenue, between Seventh street and Eighth avenue, and is presided over by Rev. Hardy Mobley. The church was organized on the twenty-second day of March, 1863, and was incorporated July 16, 1866. The trustees for the present year are: Emery Kirk, C. Solomon and J. Waddle.
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL, (NORTH TOPEKA), Was organized in June, 1869, Rev. T. W. Jones, pastor. The
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E. WEINBERGER, Restaurant and Bakery
Keeps always on hand a fine selection of
CANDIES, FRUITS, PIES, CAKES, &c., OYSTERS GOT UP IN EVERY STYLE, IN SEASON. MEALS SERVED AT ALL HOURS.
West of McMeekin House, NORTH TOPEKA, KAN.
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105 SIXTH AVENUE, Opposite P. O., TOPEKA, KANSAS.
The BEST LAGER BEER and the Choicest Brands of Wines, Liquors and Cigars kept always on hand.
The HOWE Sewing Machine.
The latest and best production of ELIAS HOWE, Jr.
This Machine received the only Premium offered by the Kansas State Board of Agriculture, at the State Fair held at Topeka, Kansas, September, 1872. ( Beauty and Excellence of Stitch-Strength, Firmness and Durability of Seam-Economy of Thread -Attachments and wide range of application to purposes and materials, .make this Machine the GRANDEST TRIUMPH of Inventive Genius.
MASON & WRIGHT, Agents, .165 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kan.
THOMAS ARCHER, ATTORNEY at LAW AND : COLLECTING AGENT,
Office over 187 Kansas Ave., TOPEKA, KANSAS.
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Tefft House.
This House is Elegantly Furnished, and contains 150 Rooms.
E. A. SMITH & CO. PROPRIETORS,
TOPEKA,
KANSAS.
THE MOST CENTRALLY LOCATED HOUSE IN THE CITY, CONVENIENT TO ALL BUSINESS HOUSES. AND STATE AND PUBLIC OFFICES.
SILAS RAIN.
ELLA R. CRANE. Sixth Avenue Livery Stable.
Bet. Jackson and Van Buren Streets.
S. RAIN & CO., Proprietors, TOPEKA, KANSAS.
ALWAYS ON HAND, RELIABLE
Riding and Driving Horses, Carriages, Buggies and Phatons.
Special care taken with Boarding Horses. Carriages or Hacks furnished with careful drivers when ordered. . .
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church is located on the northeast corner of Jackson and Laurent streets. . History not furnished )
CHRISTIAAN CHURBH.
This society worships in Elliott's Hall, over 209 Kansas avenue. They have at present no regular minister.
EPISCOPAL ( PROTESTANT.)
GRACE CHURCH .- The mission to Topeka was begun by Rev. Charles Calloway in the year 1857.
The parish was organized with about twelve communi- cants in 1860. Rev N. O. Preston had charge of the church for three years previous to 1864. during which time the church edifice was built and so far completed as to be open for divine service Rev. J. N. Lee was rector of the church from June, 1865, to June, 1869. when he resigned, and the Rev. Charles Stewart was called to succeed him. Mr. Stew- art's connection with the parish terminated in March, 1871. For seven months the church was without a settled rector, although services wore kept up by Rev. D. O. Kellogg, of Lawrence, who officiated with great acceptance.
In the fall of 1871, Rev. John Bakewell, of Atchison, was called to the rectorship, and is now in charge of the church. The church, a neat stone building, accommodating about three hundred. worshippers, has been finished, except the tower, and neatly fenced and improved. It is located on the southwest corner of Seventh and Jackson streets.
LUTHERAN, (ENGLISH.)
Located on Topeka avenue, between Fifth street and Sixth avenue. Was organized April 7, 1867. Rev. B. F. Alleman, Pastor.
LUTHERAN CHURCH, (SWEDE.)
Situated on the west side Tyler street, near Third street. (No history furnished.)
M. E. CHURCH.
The first society of the M. E. Church in Topeka, was organized March 31, 1855, with A. Still for presiding elder; J. S. Griffing, pastor in charge; J. Case, class leader; H. H. Wentworth, Sunday School superintendent.
1856-A. Still. presiding elder; G. W. Piper, pastor.
1857-A. Still. presiding elder: B. C. Dennis, pastor.
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1858-A. Still. presiding older: J. Y. Holliday, pastor. 1839 -Joseph Denison. presiding older: Fra Blackford. pastor.
1860-Joseph Denison. presiding elder: Ira Blackford. pastor. Church building commenced.
1861-J. Shaw. presiding elder; John Paulson. pastor. 1862-W. R. Davis, presiding older: John Paulson. pastor.
1868 -- Strange Brooks, presiding elder: Thomas A. Par- ker. pastor.
1864-H. D. Fisher, presiding elder: Thomas A. Parker. pastor.
1865-1. D. Fisher, presiding older; John D. Knox. pastor.
1866-H. D. Fisher. presiding older; John D. Knox. pastor.
1867-H. D. Fisher. presiding elder; John D. Knox. pastor. Church steeple finished. clock put in, and church generally improved.
1868-W. R. Davis. presiding elder; T. J. Leak, pastor. 1869-W. R. Davis, presiding elder; T. J. Leak, paster. 1870-W. R. Davis, presiding elder; T. J. Leak. pastor. Church building enlanged and gallery put in.
1871-W. R. Davis. presiding elder: D. P. Mitchell. pastor.
1872-J. Boynton. presiding elder: D. P. Mitchell, pas- tor; J. E. Rudisell. local preacher; R. D. Coldren. W. Curry, A. J. Ryan. A. Stutson, J. B. Durham. C. G. Howard. J. L. Shellabarger and G. M. Noble. trustees: W. D. Gossett. Sun- day School superintendent.
M. E. CHURCH. (OF NORTH TOPEKA ).
Rev. Charles J. Lovejoy, pastor. The church is located on Van Buren street between Norris and Laurent streets. ( History not furnished.)
M. E. CHURCH, (COLORED,)
Situated on Madison street between First avenue and Second strect. Rev. W. Wells, pastor. (History not furnished.
M. E. CHURCH, (GERMAN)
This society have just completed the erection of a neat brick church on Jackson street between Fifth st and Sixth avenue.
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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
The First Presbyterian Church of Topeka. on Eighth avenue cast. near Kansas avenue, occupies a central location, and is in a flourishing condition. The stone chapel. 35x50 feet. stands upon the rear of the lots owned by the church. It was dedicated in July. 1869.
Last year the congregation raised for its current expenses and for religions and benevolent purposes. the sum of $2,700. The salary of the pastor is $2.000 per annum. The number of members received into the church during the last year was 150. The present number of communicants is 300. The necessities of the congregation imperatively re- quire a larger house of worship. and it is the design to erect a commodious church on the site of the present chapel.
The church has connected with it a large and prosperous Sabbath School. which is steadily increasing in numbers and interest.
The officers of the church are as follows: Rev. F. S. McCabe. pastor: D. W. Stormont. John Brier. N. C. McFar- land, D. Shellabarger. A. S. Sherwood and J. C. Adams. board of elders: W. H. Butterfield. D. C. Metsker. George Merrill and A. M. Callahan. board of deacons; William Tweeddale and George Dick. board of trustees: Bradford Miller. treas- urer.
SPIRITUALISTS.
This society is built upon positive philosophy and ignore all speculative Theology. not sustained by well attested facts. Its mottoes are "Growth." "Progression " ad infinitum. " Nature," " Science," "Human Immortality:" "Love and Good Will to All." and that no man can escape the conse- quences of his own actions.
The society was first organized in 1867. with but a hand- ful of believers in the harmonial philosophy. and were not able consequently to sustain lecturers constantly until the next year. when Mrs. H. T Thomas, a very talented inspi- rational speaker. was engaged. under whose ministrations the society grew rapidly in numbers and influence, and took a prominent position among the religious societies of the city. The society, under the munificence of Dr. F. L. Crane. its president, owns a good parsonage property. which is cop trolled by their respective speakers.
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