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HOME EDITIO^ VOLUME XIX, No. 130. The Ninety-Second Annual Convention of the Episcopal Church in Diocese of Georgia Will Be Held This Week in Albany, Ga . The ninety-second annual conven tion of the Episcopal church in the diocese of Georgia will be held next Wednesday and Thursday, May 13 and 14, in St. Paul’s church, Albany, the Rev. G. A. Cornell, rector. The first convention of this liocese was held in St. Paul's church, Augusta, in 1823, at which the diocese of Georgia was organized. On that interesting occa sion only two parishes were represent ed, old Christ church, Savannah, and St. Paul’s, Augusta. Constitution. A constitution was drawn up, adopt ed and signed by all the delegates present. The original of this docu ment is now in the possession of St. Paul's church in this city and is treas ured among its archives. The follow ing year, or in 1824, Christ church, Macon, was represented, and from that time on the diocese grew steadily un der the guidance and apostolic labors of its successive bishops: Bishop Stephen Elliott, the eloquent Bishop Beckwith and Bishop C. K. Nelson. A few years ago it became evident that the extent of territory and the number of parishes and missions made a burden too great for one man, so the diocese which then covered the whole state was divided into two sec tions by a line starting just north of Richmond county and running diag onally across the state and ending just south of Columbus. Southern Portion. The southern portion retained the name of the archives of the old dio cese of Georgia; the northern portion became a new diocese and took its name from its chief city, Atlanta. Bishop Nelson, having the right of choice, elected to become the bishop of Atlanta. The old portion then elected the Rev. Dr. F. F. Reese, of Nashville, as bishop of Georgia. It is this diocese that will meet in Albany next week. The opening ser vice trill be held at 10 o’clock, at which the bishop will celebrate the Holy Communion and deliver his an nual address. This address will re view the work of the past year and give such counsel and direction to the clergy and laity as the bishop sees fit: Called to Order. After this service, which is attended by all the clergy vested in their robes, the convention is called to order by the bishop and organized for business. The membership consists of all the United Revival Meetings to Close; Conducted By Rev. Frank Wright Began April 19th and Have Been Carried on For More Than Two Weeks—From the Beginning the Congregations Have Been Very Satisfactory—Seating Capacity Taxed at Tmes The meetings held under the direc tion of the Pastors Association and conducted by Rev. Frank Hall Wright, noted “Indian Evangelist,” will come to a close with the service this even ing. The meetings begun April the 19th, and have been very satisfactory. At times the seating capacity of the large C. and W. C. depot would not hold the multitudes. Often on Sunday nights the people have sat on benches and automobiles, just anywhere to hear the preaching and the singing. Of course week night crowds have not been so very large, but theey have shown the interest of the people in the Gospel. Added Impetus. The churches will all receive an ad ded impetus as a result of the ser vices. At this time it is not possible to tell just how many may be added to the different church organizations, but it will be large. The churches not represented in the meetings will be helped just like those directly con nected with the movement. Dr. W. T. Hamby has had charge of the cards and he has faithfully looked after all who placed their names in his hands, and the pastors will see them in a few days at least. It is likely that scores will be added to the churches. High Order. The services of Mr. Wright have been of a very high order. He has not used questionable methods to arouse the people. From the first services he has preached the old time gospel, and it is remarkable how well he has held the large crowds from day to day. He has not given the people a lot of “spread eagle oratory,"—all of his ser mons have been delivered in great simplicity of speech and manner. He has used the scriptures to a remarka ble degree. One is often surprised at the many passages of Bible verses that seems to be at his finger tips. The verses are the points with which he fixes the truth in the min of his hear er. In all of his preaching not once has he stooped to slang, and his sin cerity of purpose has won for him the confidence of the people who have heard him. Strong Chorus Choir. Mr. Goode has developed a real strong chorus choir. He has been able to hold and develop a large number of people of nil ages. Many of the songs were new /yme of them were difficult for beginners; all of them required more or less attention After a feew evenings from a hundred to two hun dred voices were blending in harmony under the leadership of the excellent young man who hails from northwest Georgia. Mr. Goode and Mr. Wright make a strong team of gospel work ers. Both have well developed voices and they use them very successfully with or without the choir. A real at tractive and helpful feature of the meetings has been the singing of so los by *hese genctleemen CoMections 0. K. The collections have not been what the ministers have desired. While Mr. Wright makes no charge for his labors he is Justly due more than the unstint ed praise of those who have heard him preach and sing. A silver offering has been asked and envelopes have been distributed for that purpose. The pas THE AUGUSTA HERALD clergy at work in the diocese together with three laymen from each self supporting parish and one layman from each organized mission. Since the'"division of the diocese the con vention is not a very large one. The business of the convention consists in reports upon the various departments of the work, the consideration of such reports oy special committees and such action as the convention sees fit to take. Th- treasurer of the various funds also make their reports. Nothing Unusual. On the first morning of the con vention a missionary service and meeting is held, with several addresses and reports from our own mission fields in this diocese. One of the ad dresses at this service will be made by Mr. W. K. Miller, of Augusta. There is no business this year of any unusual interest, but will be chiefly routine. The delegates will doubtless be hospitably entertained by the good people of Albany. Usually a luncheon or a reception or both are tendered the delegates. Officers. The officers of the diocese of Geor gia at the presnt time are as fol low's: Bishop—Rt. Rev. F. F. Reese, D. D. Secretary—Rev. S. J. French, Bruns wick, Treasurer—Mr. W. K. Miller, Au gusta. Registrar—Mr. F. G. Bell, Savannah. Chancellor, Mr. Wm. K. Miller. Standing Committee —Rev. G. S- Whitney, president; Rev. D. W. Winn, Rev. J. B. Lawrence, H. C. Cunning ham, A. B. Moore and E. S. Elliott, secretary. Archdeacons—Ven. D. W. Winn, Ven. Wm. Johnson, Ven. J. B. Law rence, and Ven S. B. McGlohon. The delegates from St. Paul’s, Au gusta, who will probably go are Messrs. W. K. Miller, F. F. Powers and B. B. Russell, Jr. Woman’s Auxiliary. The Woman’s Auxiliary of the dio cese, which is our Woman’s Mission ary Society, will also open its annual meeting in Albany on Tuesday, the 12th. Mrs. W. H. Elliott, of Savan nah, who is the president, will pre side. Their sessions are always full of interest and inspiration. Just what delegates will go from Augusta is not known at the present writing. tors are very anxious that the offering shall be satisfactory. They request that you make your personal contri bution large as possible. The salary of Mr. Goodeo is fixed and is included in the incidental expenses. The ser vice tonight will be your last oppor tunity to give to the Evangelist. You are asked to make your offering with out fail. Impossible to Tell. It is impossible to tell at this time just what the meetings will mean to Augusta. It is quite ovident that a large number have expresseed - a de sire to live the Christian life, but how many no one knews as the last meet ings of today and tonight will be the principal time of harvest. But aside from the number enrolled with the churches is the feeling of harmony that prevails among the preachers. This of itself is a valuable asset from the city. The pastors appreciate the kindness of the press in giving space to ad vertise t he meetings and assist in making them a success. The kindness too, of the officials of the C. and W. C. Railroad has been often spoken of as it saved the association several hundred dollars and made possible the getting of Mr. Wright and Mr. Goode at this time. Rev. M. M. Macferrin has done much toward keeping the meetings before the public. He has done most of the writing for the press, and his reports have been very satis factory. Most of the ppreachers have given their undivided time to the meetings, and they rejoice in the blessings that have come to the city. Highest Appreciation. Messrs Wright and Goode will car ry with them the highest appreciation of all the church people of Augusta who had the pleasure to hear them. There is no excitement from which the churches can suffer as the services have been of a very conservative na ture. Those who have applied for church membership will likely make excellent members of the churches. Mr. Wright's messages are calculated to increase the love and the support of the churches for the local ministers. To them he has been a staunch friend and his insisted that the success of the Christian religion in any community depends on those who do the trying work of the pastors. Taking all things into consideration, the meetings have beeen a success, and the people will show their appreciation In a substan tial way at the meetings today and tonight. Rev. Frank Hall Wright at Second Baptist Church Rev. Frank Ha!! Wright, the "Indian evangelist," will preach at the Sunday school of the Hecond Baptist church this morning at the 10 o’clock hour. Mr. Goode will have charge of the music, and * good meeting Is promised. The Hunday school is one of the largest in the city. The Banets have more than n hundred on roll and they will attend th*» service In a body. The public la car riluliy Invited to attend. The pastor will preach at the regular hours of services: 11:15 a. m. f and b;ls y. in. THE ONE PAPER IN MOST HOMES—IHE ONLY PAPER IN MANY HOMES. AUGUSTA, GEORGIA. SUNDAY MORNING. MAY 10. 1914. Three Lots of Sample Silk Dresses Bought at an Immense Reduction and Offered in This Sale For $7.95, $11.95 & $13.95 i Worth $19.95 to $37.50 Opportunity Knocks Loudly at These Values New Wash Blouses with White 0 I Or Organdie Collar, for UliZj Dresden figured voile, white organdie collar, white crochet buttons. White embroidered voile waists, satin stitch work in large design, plain voile yoke and deep cuff, outlined in open seaming, organdie eollar, ame thyst buttons. Sheer dimity striped Flaxon waist, corded around large armhole, white organdie eollar, am ber buttons. Pink and White Crepe de Chine C Q Q Q Waists, for .. 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