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The Canadian Congregational Year Book
1905-6
Thirty-third Annual Volume
REV. W. E. CILROY, B.A.
EDITOR
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INSTEAD OF A PREFACE.
The Coming Revival
When will it come ? When we are ready for it. We cannot organize a revival, but we can organize ourselves.
The Marconi message comes only to the ship which has at the mast-head, a tiny instrument tuned into therythm of the instrument from which the mes- sage comes. We have to get in tune with the Infinite. We have to bring our thoughts to the rythm of his thoughts who said, '*! am come to seek and to save that which was lost."
We haye tried to spread Christianity by quiet methods of propagation. It is not spreading. We want not propagation but propaganda It is not enough to develope ; we have to conquer. We need more than slow accretion ; we have to go out and make disciples.
There is force enough already in the churches to conquer the world. But it must be mobilized.
Let us pray for the spirit of faith and en- thusiasm.
W. J. DAWSON.
CONTENTS
Instead of a Preface 3
Congregational Institutions 5
Congregational Churches in Canada and Newfoundland 8
Congregational Ministers in Canada and Newfoundland 9
Congregational Records for Canada ...> li
The Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec 19
Constitution 20
Churches Connected with, 25
Ministerial Members 26
Record of Meetings 28-29
Minutes of Annual Meeting 30
Bill re Church Incorporation 35
Report of Jubilee Committee :... 43
Financial Statement 55
Summary of Statistics 57
The Associations 60
The Congregational Union of N. S. and N. B 63
Minutes of Annual Meeting 65
The Canada Congregational Missionary Society 75
Constitutions ... JJ
Minutes of Annual Meeting ....'. ■82.
Annual Reports, Contributions, etc., 85
The Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society I13
Constitution 114
Minutes of Annual Meeting 117
Annual Reports, Contributions, etc II9
The Congregational College of Canada....: 138
By-Laws 141
Minutes of Annual Meeting 145
Annual Reports, Contributions, etc ]. 148
The Congregational Provident Fund Society 174
Minutes of Annual Meeting 175
Annual Reports and Financial Statements , . . . 176
The Canada Congregational Women's Board of Missions 182
Annual Meeting 183
The Women's Board Of N. S. and N. B •.... 187
Annual Meeting 188
The Congregational Publishing Company ...' 1^1 '
Annual Meeting 192
Report of Financial Statement 194
Congregational Churches in Manitoba, British Columbia and
Newfoundland 196
Church Letters 198
Statistical Tables 201
CONGREGATIONAL INSTITUTIONS, 1905-1906.
Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec. — Chair- man for 1905, Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.A., Hamilton. Chair- man for 1906, Rev. J. B. Silcox, Toronto; Secretary, Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A., Maxville, Ont.
Congregational Union op N.S. and N.B. — Chairman for 1906, Rev. George M. Whyte, Sheffield, N.B.; Secretary, Rev. J. W. Cox, B.A., Truro, N.S.
Congregational Association op N.W. and B.C. — Presi- dent, Rev. J. Merton Smith, Vancouver; Secretary, Rev. J. Simpson, Vancouver.
Congregational College op Canada, Montreal. — Princi- pal, Rev. E. Munson Hill, M.A., D.D., Montreal; Treasurer, Thomas Moodie, 30 St. John St., Montreal; Secretary, Alex. McA. Murphy, 43 Jurors St., Montreal.
Canada Congregational Missionary Society. — President, Mr. Charles Cushing, Montreal; Secretary, Rev. Wm. Mcin- tosh, Ottawa; Treasurer, Mr. Charles R. Black, Bank of To- ronto Chambers, Montreal.
Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society. — President, Rev. T. B. Hyde, Toronto; Secretary, Rev. D. S. Hamilton, London; Treasurer, Rev. Wm. T. Gunn, Embro, Ont.
Woman's Board op Missions. — President, Mrs. D. Macallun, Kingston; Secretary, Mrs. J. D. Nasmith, 207 Bloor St. E., Toronto; Treasurer, Miss Emily Thompson, 27 Linden St., Toronto.
Woman's Board op Missions, N.S. and 1>I.B. ^President, Mrs. C. Moore, Keswick Ridge, N.B. ; Treasurer, Miss F. Rob- ertson, St. John, N.B. ; Secretary, Miss Ida Barker, Sheffield, N.B.
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Provident Fund Society. — Chairman, Mr. Charles Alex- ander, Montreal; Treasurer, Thomas Moodie, Montreal; Sec- retary, Alex. MeA. Murphy, Montreal.
Congregational Publishing Company. ^President, H. 0 'Hara, Toronto ; Secretary, H. W. Barker, Toronto ; Treasurer, Wm. McCartney, Toronto; Editor of Canadian CongregationaU ist and Year Book, Rev. W. E. Gilroy, Toronto.
GREAT BRITAIN.
Congregational Union of England and Wales. — Secre- tary, Rev. R. J. Wells, Memorial Hall, Farringdon St., Lon- don, England.
Colonial Missionary Society. — Secretary, Rev. D. Burford Hooke, Memorial Hall, Farringdon St., London, England.
London Missionary Society. — Foreign Secretaries, Rev. R. Wardlaw Thompson, and Rev. George Cousins ; Office, 30 Gray 's Inn Road, W.C, London, England.
London Union op Congregational Churches. — Secretary, Rev. Andrew Meams.
Congregational Union of Scotland. — Secretary, Rev. C. Richardson, M.A., Glasgow.
Congregational Union of Ireland. — Secretary, Rev. James Lyon, Carrickfergus.
UNITED STATES.
National Council of the Congregational Churches of the United States. — Moderator, Rev. Washington Gladden, D.D., Columbus, 0.
American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions. — Secretaries, Revs. Judson Smith, D.D., James L. Barton, D.D., C. H. Patton, D.D. ; Treasurer, Frank H. Wiggin ; Office, Congregational House, Boston, Mass.
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Congregational Sunday School and Publishing Society. — Secretary, Frank K. Sanders, Ph.D., D.D. ; Office, Congrega- tional House, Boston, Mass.
Congregational Home Missionary Society. — Secretaries, Rev. Joseph B. Clark, D.D. , Rev. Washington Choate, D.D. ; Office, Fourth Avenue and 22nd St., New York.
American Missionary Assocla.tion. — Secretary, Rev. A. F. Beard, D.D,, Fourth Avenue and 22nd St., New York.
Congregational Church Building Society. — Rev. G. A. Hood, Boston ; Rev. C. H. Taintor, Chicago ; Rev. H. H. Wick- off, San Francisco, Field Secretaries.
Congregational Education Society. — Secretary, Edward S. Tead, Congregational House, Boston.
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CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHES IN CANADA AND NEWFOUNDLAND.
Alton, Ont. Ayer's Flat, Que. Barrie, Ont. Beach Meadows, N.S. Belwood, Ont. Bowmanville, Ont. Brandon, Man. Brantford, Ont. Brigham, Que. Brooklyn, N.S. Burford, Ont. Chebogue, N. S. Churchill, Ont. Cobourg, Ont. Cold Springs, Ont. Cowansville, Que. Dalston, Ont. Danville, Que. Eaton, Que. Economy, N.S. Edgar, Ont. Embro, Ont. Fergus, Ont. Fitch Bay, Que. Forest, Ont.. Central Forest, Lake Shore Fortune Bay, Nfld. Franklin Centre, Que. Frome, Ont. Garafraxa, Ont. Georgetown, Ont. Granby, Que. Guelph, Ont. Hamilton, Ont., First " Immanuel
Hemford. N.S. Highland Park, Alta. Hopetown, Ont.
Howick, Ont. Humber Summit, Ont. Keswick Ridge, N.B. Kincardine, Ont. Kingsport, N.S. Kingston, Ont., First Bethel
" Calvary Lanark, Ont. Lewesville, Alta. Listowel, Ont. Little Bay East, Nfld. Liverpool, N.S. London, Ont., First
" . Southern Maitland, South, N.S. Margaree, N.S. Maxville, Ont. Melbourne, Que. Middleville, Ont. Milltown, N.B. Milton, N.S. Montreal, Que., Calvary
" Emmanuel
Pt. St. Charles
" Westmount
Zion
" AmherstPark
New Durham, Ont. Noel, N.S. Nelson, B.C. Ottawa, Ont., First
" Welcome-Zion - Paris, Ont. Plympton, Ont. Pleasant River, N.S. Pine Grove, Ont. Random, Nfld.
Renwick, Ont. Rosetta, Ont. Rugby, Ont. Scotland, Ont. Selmah, Lower, N.S. Sheffield, N.B. Sherbrooke, Que. Speedside, Ont. Stanstead, South, Que. Stratford, Ont. St. Andrews, Que. St. Catharines, Ont. St. John, N.B. St. Johns, Nfld. Tilbury, Ont. Toronto, Ont., Bond St.
" Broadview Ave.
" Immanuel
" Northern Olivet Parkdale
" Western
" Zion Truro, N.S. Twillingate, Nfld. Ulverton (Durham), Que. Vancouver, B.C., Knox
First Victoria, B.C. Warwick, Ont., Ebenezer
Zion Watford, Ont. Waterville, Que. Winnipeg, Man., Central Wetaskiwin, Alta. Woodstock, Ont. Yarmouth, N.S.
INSTITUTIONS AND RECORDS
CONGREGATIONAL MINISTERS IN CANADA AND NEWFOUNDLAND.
Alexander, J. L., Granby, Que. Anthony, S. W., Milton, N.S. Baker, W. E., Chebogue, N.S. *Baker, W. M., Woodstock, Ont. Ball, G. W., Liverpool, N.S. 'Barker, Enoch, Toronto *Billington, Jas., Stanstead, Que. •Black, Robert K., Granby, Que. •Black, J. R., B.A., Kingston, Ont. Bolton, Chas. E., Scotland, Ont. Brown, J. L., Snowflake, Man. Carson, H. A., B.A., Victoria, B.C. Claris, C. C, Edgar, Ont. Claris, W. H. A., London, Ont. •Coburn, D., Kingsport, N.S. Collins, William, Brooklyn, N.S. Cox, Jacob W., B.A., Truro, N.S. Creelman, Harlan, Ph.D., Montreal Currie, Walter T., B. A., African
Mission Craik, Galen H., B.A., Waterville,
Que. Daley, Jas. T., B. A., Maxville, Ont. Day, Benjamin W., St. Andrews,
Que. •Day, Frank J., B.A.,B.D., Sher-
brooke. Que. Drysdale, R. J., Georgetown, Ont. Gerrie, John P., B. A., Stratford,Ont. Gordon, J. L., Winnipeg, Man. Gunn, William T., M. A., B. D.,
Embro, Ont. Gilroy, W. E.. B.A., lo Withrow
Ave., Toronto Hay, Robert, Watford, Ont. Hamilton, D. S., B.A., London,Ont. Harvey, W. R., Stanstead, Que. Harris, P. C. L., Guelph, Ont. Harrison, F. B., Brantford, Ont. •Hill, E. Munson, D.D., Montreal Hipkin, W., Bowmanville, Ont. •Holman, E. H. H. Horsey, Harold I., Ottawa Hyde, T. B., 64 Isabella Street,
Toronto
Kelly, Matthew, Watford, Ont. Leggette, Thomas, Burford, Ont. Lewis, J. R., Chebogue, N.S. •Lowes, Geo. A., Kingston, Ont*
(special evangelist). •Macallum, Daniel, Kingston, Ont. Macallum, F. W., B. A., Turkey
Mission Main, Arthur W., Pt. St. Charles,
Que. Margrett, Albert, Cobourg, Ont. Marshall, W. H. L., Speedside,Ont. Middleton, Jas., Fortune Bay, Nfld. Morris, W. T. , Saltcoats, Man. •Morton, John, Hamilton. •McCuaig, Joseph A. C, Toronto McCormack, A., Hamilton, Ont. Mcintosh, William, Ottawa Mcintosh, D. C, B.D., Lanark,Ont. MacDermott, H. J. A., Fortune Bay,
Nfld. Mackenzie, Geo. A., Kingston, Ont. •McKillican, John, Montreal, Que. McLean, Thomas D., Milltown, N.B. Moore, Churchill, Keswick Ridge,
N.B. Munroe, T. A., B.A., Brandon, Man. Munroe, W., Westmount, Que. Pate, John, Middleville, Ont. Pritchard, W.S., B.A.,St. John.N.B. Pedley, Hugh, B.A., Montreal, Que. Pedley, James W., B.A., Toronto Pedley, C.S., B.A., Ayer's Flat, Que. Pedley, Hilton, B.A., Japan Mission •Pegrum, Robert
Pollock, A. F., B.D., Danville, Que. Purdon, D. W., Kingsport, N. S. Read, George E., Sherbrooke, Que. Rice, H. G., B.D., Montreal •Richardson, A. W., M. D., King- ston, Ont. •Robinson, Robert, Woodstock, Ont •Routliffe, C. H., Hamilton, Ont. Rumball, E. A., Little Bay East
Nfld.
Not in pastoral office
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Rose, I. A.
Ross, A. B., B. A., Frome, Ont. Salmon, John, B.A., Toronto Sanden, G. A. Wetaskiwin *Scherk, A. B., Toronto Schrag, Astor, R., Alton, Ont. Silcox, Edwin D., Toronto, Ont. Silcox, J. B., Toronto . Simpson, John, Vancouver, B.C. Skinner, George, Fitch Bay, Que. Smith, Merton, Vancouver, B. C. Smith, W. W., St. Catharines, Ont. Solandt, D. M., Kingston, Ont. *Sykes, Simeon, Frederickton, N.B. * Not in
Thomas, H. F.,M. A., 73 Collier St., Toronto
Thackeray, Jos., St. Johns, Nfld.
Tippett, E. H., B. A., Montreal, Que.
*Unsworth, Joseph, Toronto
Unsworth, Joseph K., B.A., Ham- ilton, Ont.
*Warriner, W. H„ D.D., 7 Shuter St. Montreal
Watt, R. G.,B. D., Melbourne, Que.
Watson, W. H., Cowansville, Que.
Whitmore, H. D., Random, Nfld.
Whyte, George M. Sheffield, N.B.
Wilson, S. J., Margaree, N. S. pastoral office
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CONGEEGATIONAL RECORDS FOR CANADA.
RESIGNATIONS.
Rev. Robert Pegrum, Yarmouth, Dec. 1, 1904.
Rev. D. N. Morden, Kingston, Bethel, Dee. 29, 1904.
Rev. W. Moulding Baker, Woodstock, Feb., 1905.
Rev. F. J. Day, B.A., B.D., Sherbrooke, to pursue studies abroad, March, 1905. '
Rev. Prof. Eugene W. Lyman, M.A., B.D., from the Chair of Systematic Theology and Philosophy of Religion in the C. C. C, to accept a similar position in Bangor Theologi- cal Seminary.
CALLS.
Rev. J. L. Alexander, to Granby, aecepted, Nov., 1904.
Rev. S. W. Anthony, to Ayer's Flat, declined.
Rev. C. C. Claris, to Edgar, accepted, and began work in Dec, 1904.
Rev. G. A. Mackenzie, to Forest and Plymouth, accepted for six months, Dec, 1904.
Rev. Wm. Hipkin, to Bowmanville, accepted, and began work in Dec, 1904; installed June, 1905.
Rev. J. H. Stauffer (Methodist), of Buffalo, to Bond St., To- ronto, declined.
Rev. J. B. Silcox, of Lansing, Mich., to Bond St., Toronto, accepted, and began work May 1, 1905.
Rev. R. J. Drysdale, to Barrie, declined.
Rev. S. J. Wilson, late of Belfast, Ireland, to Margaree, C.B., ordained July, 1905.
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Rev. I. A. Rose, to Pleasant River, ordained July 7, 1905. Rev. S. W. Anthony, to Milton, ordained July, 1905. Rev. J. K. TJnsworth, to the Chair of Systematic Theology in the C. C. C, declined, Aug., 1905.
CHANGE OF LOCATION.
Rev. J. P. Gerrie, B.A., from Watford to Stratford, Nov., 1904. Rev. W. S. Pritchard, B.A., B.D., from Granby, Que., to St.
John, N.B., Nov., 1904. Rev. M. Kelly, from Edgar to Watford, Dec, 1904. Rev. Chas. Pedley, B.A., from Barrie to Ayer's Flat, Jan.,
1905. Supplied for six months, and was afterwards call- ed to the pastorate. Accepted. Rev. James L. Gordon, from Bond St., Toronto, to Central,
Winnipeg, Feb., 1905. Rev. G. A. Mackenzie, from Forest to Kingston, Bethel, May,
1905. Rev. G. Ellery Read, from Stanstead South to Sherbrooke,
June, 1905. Rev. W. R. Harvey, from Point St. Charles to Stanstead South,
June, 1905. Rev. A. W. Main, from Lower Selmah to Point St. Charles,
July, 1905.
SPECIAL EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS.
Sept. 9.— Reopening of New Durham Church.
Oct. 6. — Inauguration of Rev. Eugene W. Lyman, M.A., B.D., as Professor of Systematic Theology in the C. C. C.
Oct. 12. — Organization of The Canadian Northwest Associa- tion of Congregational Churches at Vancouver, B.C.
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Oct. 19. — Kev. John and Mrs. McKillican celebrated their golden wedding.
Visit of Rev. T. A. Munroe, B.A., to churches in B.C. Rev. W. T. Gunn, M.A., B.D., triumphantly toured the East in behalf of the Jubilee Fund.
Nov. 3. — Re-issue of The Canadian CongregationdList.
Nov. 3. — Rev. J. K. Unsworth began a tour in the West simi- lar to that of Mr. Gunn in the East.
Nov. 7. — First banquet of the Montreal Congregational Club. Rev. W. J. Dawson, of London, Eng., as guest of honor.
Nov. 20. — Reopening and dedication of Welcome Zion, Ot- tawa.
Nov. 20. — Zion, Toronto, celebrated its 70th anniversary.
Nov. 20.— Publication of "The Story of Chisamba" by H. W. Barker,
Feb. 12. — First Church, Granby, celebrated its 75th anni- versary.
Feb. 19. — Dedication of the new church at Embro.
March 2. — Second banquet of the Montreal Congregational Club. Guest of honor. Rev. Prof. Geo. B. Stevens, D.D., Ph.D., of Yale Theological Seminary, who delivered a special course of lectures at the C. C. C.
An event of interest was the unveiling of a portrait of the late Dr. Stevenson, by Mr. G. Home Russell, at the Annual Spring Convocation of the C. C. C.
Miss Naylor, of Northern Church, Toronto, and Miss Ethel Brooking, of Guelph, went out as missionaries under the China Inland Mission.
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Among our visitors from the Old Land were: Rev. J. F. B. Tinling, B.A., who visited several of our churches in the fall in evangelistic labors; Rev. J. R. Mackay, of North Ken- sington, London, who was for ten years pastor in Kingston; and Rev. John Brown, M.A., D.D., whose benign presence and kindly words at the Union of Ontario and Quebec proved an inspiration never to be forgotten.
OBITUARY.
Mr. Paul Jarvis, of Kincardine, in his 82nd year. For 17 years a faithful member, and for some years organist of the church. Sept. 11, 1904.
Mr. Charles Nelles, for many years a deacon of Scotland, Ont., and formerly of Embro. Lost his life by accident' in Sept., 1904.
Mr. Francis Thomas, father of Rev. H, F. Thomas, M.A., in his 77th year. Mr. Thomas was a life-long Congregation- alist, having been a member of the first infant class in Zion Sunday School, Toronto. Nov. 4th, 1904.
Mrs. Emmeline Smith, on Nov. 20th, at the home of her son- in-law, Mr. Thos. Ryders, near Churchill, Esquesing. Mrs. Smith was in her 74th year, and was for 55 years a de- voted member.
Mr. John Goldie, of Guelph, Dec. 8th, 1904. Deceased was in his 54th year, and had been for some years deacon and treasurer of the church in Guelph. He became a member in 1874, and in the midst of an active business career he gave his time and energy ungrudgingly to the work- of the church.
Mrs. John Wood, of Ottawa, wife of Rev. John Wood, passed away peacefully after a long illness, in December, 1904. She was the First Vice-President of the W. B. M. S., and occupied the office for some years. A true Christian, and a loyal helper in all her husband's labors.
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Rev. Chas. Duff, M.A., died Jan. 6th, 1905, from the effects of an accident on Christmas Day. Mr. Duff was born in Nottingham, England, 1832, and was educated at Huck- nall, Torkard. He studied Arts at Union College, Schen- ectady, N.Y., and Theology in Toronto. For four years he was pastor of the Congregational Church at Meaford, Ont. In 1886, he accepted a charge in Liverpool, N.S., and from there he was transferred to the Speedside Con- gregational Church, near Guelph, in 1875, and in 1883 came to Toronto to take charge of the Brock Avenue Church. Mr. Duff was an ex-editor of The Qanadian Congregationalist ; he was twice chairman of the Union of the Maritime Provinces, and had also occupied the chair of the Union of Ontario and Quebec. Christian unity through love was his one theme.
Mrs. Richard Hey wood, of Burford, in January, 1905. De- ceased was a sister of the late E. L. Yeigh. She was con- verted during a great revival under Revs. Wm. Hay and John Wood, in 1857, and all these years had been a faith- ful member.
Mr. John Duff, brother of the late Rev. Chas. Duff, in Ham- ilton, Feb. 8th, 1905, after several months ' illness. ' ' He was a man of true, simple-hearted goodness in all the re- lationships of life."
Rev. Matthew S. Gray, died Feb. 12th, 1905, at Farmington, Mich. Mr. Gray was a pioneer in Sunday school and church work in Western Ontario, particularly in Dufferin County. He was born in Lincolnshire, Eng., in 1822, and came to Canada in 1848. Shortly after, he accepted a pastorate in Orangeville under the Methodist body, from which he entered the Congregational work. He was a man shaped in an heroic mould, fearless in denouncing wrong and untiring in his championship of truth. His work and influence are abiding.
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Mrs. Walker, of Emmanuel Church, Hamilton, in February, 1905, after two months' illness. Mrs. Walker was a loyal helper.
Mr. Albin Rawlings, of Forest, on Feb. 20th, in his 74th year. He held during his lifetime most offices of trust in the Congregational Church, and was greatly esteemed by all as a public-spirited man, and as one who had done much for the agricultural interests of Canada.
Mr. W. W. Craig, of Lanark, quietly passed away in his sleep, Feb. 23, 1905. Deceased was in his 75th year. He was a strong Congregationalist, and had been for many years deacon in the Rosetta and Lanark Churches.
Mr. John McGuire, of Hamilton First, on Feb. 23, 1905. For a number of years a deacon, and afterwards faithful in other capacities. His life bore testimony to his Chris- tian faith.
Mrs. J. M. Austin, beloved wife of Rev, J. M. Austin, March 3rd, 1905. Interment at Kingsport, N.S. Of kindly and unselfish character. She leaves, besides her husband and five children, a host of friends to mourn her loss.
Mr. James Maylor, of Forest, in his 85th year. A man of high principles and strong character. "As a deacon he was a brother beloved and trusted by the whole church." Memorial service, March 5, 1905.
Mr. John Ott, of Brantford, on March 10, 1905. A member for over 40 years, and intensely loyal to the welfare of the church. He had served as deacon, usher, and Sun- day school superintendent and teacher. In every capac- ity he proved faithful. A man of sterling character and genial nature, beloved by all who knew him.
Rev. John Wood did not long survive his partner in life, a stroke of paralysis resulting in his death at Ottawa on March 13, 1905. Mr. Wood was born in Little Hampton
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in 1828, and came to Canada with his parents in 1852. The following year he was ordained, and served the church in Brantford until 1874. Mr. Wood was at different periods pastor in Trnro, N.S., and Ottawa First. He was an ex-editor of The Canadian Independent, and of the Year Book, and was for a time Superintendent of the C. C. M. S. He wrote two books ; one on Baptism, which had a wide circulation; and "The Life and Times of Rev. Dr. Wilkes." He was a man of genial nature and kindly bearing, who made Christianity felt both in his words and actions.
Mr. Samuel Cook, in his 18th year. He had just assumed his duties as organist in Broadview Church, Toronto, and gave evidence of great musical ability.
Mr. David H. Burpee, of Sheffield, N.B., in his 66th year. He had been deacon for many years, and was for some time Secretary of the Union of N.S. and N.B. "A man greatly beloved. "
Mr. Clement McLean, of Sheffield, N.B., a regular attend- ant, though not a member, at the Congregational church. Died suddenly at the age of 42. "One of Nature's gen- tlemen. ' '
Chief Aitchison, of the Hamilton Fire Brigade, April 4, 1905. By his death, through an accident while going to ' a fire, the head of a loyal family in First Church was removed.
Mr. Walter Alexander, on April 15, 1905. Member of a loyal family in Zion Church, Toronto, and himself active in Sunday school and Christian Endeavor work. He had the love and respect of a large circle of friends.
Miss Annie Harris, of Georgetown, in May, 1905. An earnest worker in the church.
Mr. George R. Anderson, of Georgetown, in May, 1905. He was a faithful member in Georgetown, and had also been connected with the Brantford Church.
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Mr. Thomas E. Chisnall, a loyal member of Ottawa Firsts died June 20th, 1905, in his 33rd year. He was Secre- tary of the church for twelve years, Sunday School Su- perintendent, and Deacon, and was active in all branches of Christian work. "Kis splendid work here has fitted him for the higher work upon which he has entered."
Miss Etta Anundson, a beloved member of London First, pass- ed away in July, after a } ears illness. ' ' Her life was one of the brightest and happiest — and so Christlike."
]\Irs. Hay, relict of the late John Hay, and a devoted member of Forest Church, died on July 22nd, 1905, after a long, painful illness, which she bore with true Christian pa- tience. Mrs. Hay was born near Woodbridge in 1834, and had been a resident of Forest since 1884.
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REV. J. B. SILCOX Chairman for 1906.
THE CONGREGATIONAL UNION
OF ONTARIO AND QUEBEC
OFFICERS FOR 1905-1906
CHAIRMAN
For 1905— REV. J. K. UNSWORTH, B.A. - Hamilton, Ont.
For 1906— REV. J. B. SILCOX, - - . TORONTO, Ont.
SECRETARY-TREASURER AND STATISTICAL SECRETARY
REV. J. T.' DALEY B.A., - - Maxville, Ont.
MINUTE SECRETARIES
REV. A. F. POLLOCK, B.D. MR. W. W. O'HARA
UNION COMMITTEE
REV. J. B. STLCOX 1 REV. C. E. BOLTON
" T. B. HYDE I " R. G. WATT, B.D.
" J. K. UNSWORTH, B.A. ; MR. H. O'HARA
" J. T. DALEY, B.A. " A. McA. MURPHY
" WM. MCINTOSH : " HENRY YEIGH
" D. S. HAMILTON, B.A. | " CfJARLES GUSHING
" J. W. PEDLEY, B.A. j " GEORGE PIM
" W. H. WARRINER, D.D. j " H. W. BARKER
" A. SCHRAG I " WM. MCCARTNEY
PREACHER OF ANNUAL SERMON
REV. G. H. CRAIK, B.A. - - Waterville, Que.
ALTERNATE
REV. R. G. WATT, B.D. - - MELBOURNE, Que.
Next Place of Meeting to be arranged by Union Committee
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CONSTITUTION.
I. — That the name of this Association be "The Congrega- tional Union of Ontario and Quebec.''
II. — That it shall consist of Congregational or Independent Churches, and of ministers of the same church order, who are either in the pastoral office, or (being members of Congregational Churches) are engaged in evangelistic or educational service, approved or received at a general meeting, and those laymen who have been Chairmen of the Union and are members in any of their churches.
III. — That this Union is founded on a full recognition of the distinctive principles of Congregational Churches, namely, the Scriptural right of every separate church to maintain perfect independence in its government and administration, and there- fore, that the Union shall not assume legislative or administra- tive authoritj', or in any case become a court of appeal.
IV. — That the following are the objects contemplated in its formation : 1. To promote evangelical religion in connection with the Congregational denomination. 2. To cultivate broth- erly affection and co-operation in everything relating to the interests of the associated churches. 3. To establish a fraternal correspondence with similar -bodies elsewhere. 4. To address an annual or an occasional letter to the associated churches, accompanied with such information as may be deemed neces- sary. 5. To obtain accurate statistical information relative to the Congregational Churches throughout the British American Provinces. 6. To hold consultation on questions of interest con- nected with the cause of Christ in general.
V. — To promote the accomplishment of these objects, and the general interests of the Union, an annual meeting of its memliers shall be held, each of the associated churches l)eing
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represented by two lay delegates; the meetings to be held at such time and place as may be appointed at each annual meeting.
VI. — That the officers of this Union be a Chairman, Secre- tary-Treasurer, Statistical Secretary, Minute Secretary, and Committee, all to be chosen annually from its members, who shall execute the instructions of the Union, and prepare a docket of business for the annual meeting.
VII. — That alterations may be made in this constitution at anj^ annual meeting, providing that notice of such alterations has been given at the meeting next preceding.
STANDING RULES.
1. — Applications for admission to the Union, whether by churches or ministers, should be made in writing ; and after hav- ing been read to the Union, shall be referred to a standing com- mittee on membership. Churches so applying, shall present the written recommendation of three members of the Union. i\Iin- isters bearing regular letters of dismissal from a kindred Con- gregational organization, and those who furnish evidence of having completed a course of study in the Congregational Col- lege of Canada, and having been ordained to the ministry, may be received at once on these grounds. Other ministers shall bi required to bring proof of (1) their membership in a Congrega- tional Church; (2) their ordination to the ministry; (3) if they have come from any other denomination, their good standing therein; and they shall satisfy the Membership Committee in relation to their literary acquirements, and their doctrinal and ecclesiastical views. (4) Should the Membership Committee be satisfied on these points, and recommend the applicant for mem- bership, the recommendation shall be filed with the Secretary^, and the application and recommendation shall then lie over until the next annual meeting, when a two-thirds vote of the members present shall be requisite for admission into member- ship.
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2. — The Union shall meet annually on the Wednesday after the nrst Sabbath in June, at 9 a.m., when, if the elected chair- man be absent, a chairman p^-o tern, shall be chosen. After a devotional service, minute secretaries and reporters shall be ap- pcinted, the Report of the Committee presented, and the Stand- ing Committee on Business, Membership, Nomination, and Finance chosen on nomination by the Committee of the Union. At 11 a.m. the Union will rise, to give place to the Canada Con- gregational Missionary Society.
3. — On Wednesday afternoon the Union will hold no public session, in order that time may be given to the work of several committees.
4. — The Chairman's address shall be delivered on Wednes- day evening.
5. — On Thursday morning the Chairman for the next year shall be elected . by ballot without nomination. Ballot papers shall be furnished to all members of the Union present, if re- quired; and the votes shall be counted by scrutineers appointed by the Chairman. If no candidate have a majority of the votes cast, the names of two persons having the highest number shall be reported, and another vote taken. The Union will adojurn at 11 a.m. on Thurs.day, in favor of the Canada Congregational Missionary Society.
6. — The meeting shall be daily opened and closed with prayer; the morning devotional exercises to extend to an hour.
7. — No motion shall be discussed unless seconded : no member shall speak twice to the same motion without permission from the chair, and every motion shall be presented in v/riting by the mover, if required by the chair.
8. — The members of the Union shall register their attend-
■ ance with the Secretary in a book kept for this purpose. The
]\Iinutes of the preceding day shall be read at the opening of
each day's session, and the Minutes of the last day at the close
of the session.
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9. — One 01 the services en the Lord's Day during- the meet- ings of the Union shall be regarded as a session of the Union, at which the Annual Sermon shall be preached, and in connection with it the Lord's Supper shall be celebrated. The attendance of the LFnion is expected at this service.
10. — On Monday evening, during the sitting of the Union, a public meeting of the Union shall be held, the programme of which shall be arranged by the LTnion Committee.
11. — Application shall be made by the Statistical Secretary, one month at least before the annual meeting, for statistics of the several churches, and a brief narrative of the state of religion among them, that he may prepare a condensed narrative of the whole for the annual meeting, and for publication if so ordered.
12. — A collection for the funds of the Union shall be made -annually in each church, on or near the Lord's Day, prior to the meeting. From this source, the Finance Committee, after providing for other necessary expenses, shall pay in full, if pos- sible, the travelling fares of its ministerial members, and one delegate from each church (providing always that no member of the Union, whether ministerial or lay, attending the meet- ings, shall receive anything for travelling expenses, unless such ministerial member shall have contributed not less than one dol- lar, and the church represented by the delegate not less than five dollars to its funds) ; or if unable to pay in full, shall cle-. duct from the claim of each such equal amount as may be found necessary ; such payment shall not be made until after the final adjournment, except with leave of the Union.
13. — The' delegates from the Union to corresponding bodies, who may fail to fulfil their appointment by personal attend- ance, shall address these bodies by letter, communicating in "substance such information and sentiments as they would fur- nish if they were present at their annual convocations.
14. — All supplies of pulpits required during the Sunday in which the Union is in session, which are not otherwise provided
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for, shall be filled by the Nomination Committee in connection with the pastor of the church where the Union is held, and a copy of such appointment shall be posted on the door of the church where the Union is assembled.
15. — In order to facilitate the introduction of properly accredited preachers to churches connected with the Union, which may require pulpit supply, the Secretary is authorized to send to secretaries or pastors of churches a list of preachers ; but on the understanding that only the names on the list shall be of those: 1. Who are pastors of churches in connection with the Unicn. 2. Who have been students of the Canada Con- gregational College, and who have left that institution with the ccnfidence of the College authorities. 3. Who are carrying on their studies at tliQ College, and who are certified by the Prin- cipal or Secretary as qualified to undertake preaching engage- ments. 4. Who have been pastors connected with the Union, and who are still members cf the churches of the Union. 5. Who are recommended by a District Committee. 6. Who are accredited by the Congregational Union of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, England and Wales, Scotland, Ireland, and the British Colonies, or by any Local Association, or National organization in the United States of America. 7. Lay preachers and evangelists accredited by any District Association.
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CHURCHES CONNECTED WITH THE UNION
Alton, Ont. Ayer's Flat, Que. Barrie, Ont. Belwood, Ont. Bowmanville, Ont. Brantford, Ont. Brigham, Que. Burford, Ont. Churchill, Ont. Cobourg, Ont. Cold Springs, Ont. Cowansville, Que. Danville, Que. Durham, Que. (a) Eaton, Que. Edgar, Ont. Embro, Ont. Fergus, Ont. Fitch Bay, Que. Forest, Ont.. Central Forest, Lake Shore Franklin Centre, Que. Frome, Ont. Garafraxa, Ont. (b) Georgetown, Ont. Granby, Que. Guelph, Ont. Highland Park, Alta.
Hamilton, Ont., First
" Immanuel
Hopetown, Ont. Howick, Ont. (c) Huraber Summit, OnL.(d) Kincardine, Ont. (e) Kingston, Ont., First Bethel
" Calvary
Lanark, Ont. Lewesville, Alta. Listov/el, Ont. London, Ont., First
" Southern Maxville, Ont. Melbourne, Que. Middleville, Ont. Montreal, Que., Calvary
" Emmanuel
Pt. St. Charles
" Westmount
" Zion
" AmherstPark
New Durham, Ont. Ottawa, Ont., First
" Welcome-Zion Paris, Ont. Plympton, Ont.
Pine Grove, Ont. Renwick, Ont. Rosetta, Ont. Rugby, Ont. Scotland, Ont. Sherbrooke, Que. Speedside, Ont. Stanstead, South, Que. Stratford, Ont. St. Andrews, Que. St. Catharines, Ont. Tilbury, Ont. Toronto, Ont., Bond St.
" Broadview Ave.
" Northern Olivet
" Parkdale
" Western
" Zion Vancouver, B.C., Knox Warwick, Ont., Ebenezer
" Zion
Watford, Ont. Waterville, Que. Winnipeg, Man., Central Wetaskiwin, Alta. Woodstock, Ont.
(a)UlvertonP.O. (b) Craigsholm P.O. (c) Redgrave P.O. bridge P.O. (e) Tiverton P.O.
(d) Wood-
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CONGREGATIONAi. YEAR BOOK
MINISTERIAL MEMBERS OF THE UNION
Alexander, J. L., Granby, Que. Baker, W. M., Woodstock, Ont. Barker, Enoch, Toronto Black, Robert K., Granby, Que. Black, J. R., B. A., Kingston, Ont. Bolton, Chas. E., Scotland, Ont. Brown, J. L., Snowflake, Man. Carson, H. A., B.A., Victoria, B.C. Claris, C. C. , Edgar, Ont. Claris, W. H. A., London, Ont. Collins, William, Brooklyn, N.S. Craik, Galen H., B.A., Waterville,
Que. Currie, Walter T., B. A., African
Mission Daley, Jas. T., B.A., Maxville,Ont. Day, Benjamin W., St. Andrews,
Que. Day, Frank J., B. A., B. D., Sher-
brooke. Que. Drysdale, R. J., Georgetown, Ont. Gerrie, John P., B.A., Stratford,Ont. Gordon, J. L., Winnipeg, Man. Gunn, William T., M. A., B. D.,
Embro, Ont. Gilroy, W. E.. B.A., lO Withrow
Ave., Toronto Hall, Thos., Island Pond, Vt. Hambly, D. D., B.D., Grangeville,
Idaho Hamilton, D. S., B.A., London,Ont. Harris, P. C. L., Guelph, Ont. Harrison, F. B., Brantford, Ont. Harvey, W. R., Stanstead, Que. Hay, Robert, Watford. Ont. Hill, E. Munson, D.D., Montreal Hindley, W. J., Spokane, Wash. Hipkin, W., Bowmanville, Ont. Hopkin, Robt., Cleveland, Ohio Horsey, Harold I., Ottawa Hyde, T. B., 64 Isabella Street,
Toronto Jackson, W. P. , Dummerston, Vt. Kelly, Matthew, Edgar, Ont. Leggette. Thomas, Burford, Ont.
Lowes, Geo. A., Kingston, Ont.
Lyman, Prof., Eugene W , M.A., Montreal, Que.
Macallum, Daniel, Kingston, Ont. -
Mackenzie, Geo. A., Kmgston, Ont.
Margrett, Albert, Cobourg, Ont.
Marshall, W. H. L., Speedside,Ont.
Mason, H. E. , Washington Ter.
McAdie, Jas., St. Andrews, Que.
McCormack, A., Hamilton, Ont.
McCuaig, Joseph A. C, Toronto
McEwen, J. D. , Orobo, Brazil
McGregor, A. F., B .A., Newport, Vt.
Mcintosh. William, Ottawa
Mcintosh, D. C, B.D., Lanark,Ont.
McKillican, John, Montreal, Que.
McKinnon, J., Pilot Mound, Man.
Moore, Churchill, Keswick Ridge, N. B.
Morton, John, Hamilton.
Morton, H. A., M.A., Rollo, 111.
Munroe, T. A., B.A., Brandon, Man.
Munroe, W., Westmount, Que.
Pedley, C.S., B.A., Ayer'sFJat.Que.
Pedley, Hugh, B.A., Montreal, Que.
Pedley, James W., B.A., Toronto
Pollock, A. F., B.D., Danville, Que.
Prior, A. E.
Read, George E., Sherbrooke, Que.
Rice, H. G., B.D., Montreal
Rose, Edwin, Westmore, Vt.
Ross, A. B., B. A., Frome, Ont.
Routliffe, C. H., Hamilton, Ont.
Richardson, A. W., M. D., King- ston, Ont.
Salmon, John, B.A., Toronto
Sanden, G. A. Wetaskiwin
Schofield, J., Ph.D., Port Huron, Mich.
Schrag, Astor R., Alton, Ont.
Shaver, M.A., Boston, Mass.
Secord, A., Belding, Mich.
Silcox, Edwin D., Toronto, Ont.
Silcox, J. B., Toronto
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Skinner, George, Fitch Bay, Que. Smith, Merton, Vancouver, B.C. Smith, W. W., St. Catharines, Ont. Solandt, D. M., Kingston, Ont. Stillman, H. W., Oberlin, Ohio. Thomas, H. F., M.A., 73 Collier St.,
Toronto Tippett,E. H., B.A., Montreal, Que.
Unsworth, Joseph, Toronto
Unsworth, Joseph K., B.A., Ham- ilton, Ont.
Warriner, W. H„ D. D., 7 Shuter St. Montreal
Watt, R. G.,B. D., Melbourne, Que.
Watson, W. H., Cowansville, Que.
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TIOXAL UNION OF ONTARIO AND QUEBEC.
MlM'TK ;Sl'XT!KTARY.
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M. Reikie
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H. Marlinu-
A. Rawsoii
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Barker •.
T. Gibbs ■;
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Salmon, B.A.
, O. NifthswaiWer.. ., , M-acallum , . .'
D. Silcox ...... ::. . .
B. Silcox
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If. Fedlev, B.A
A. V. JtciSregor ....
Jos. Grittitb
A. L. .McFa\den .... J. K. Black, B.A.. ..
J. B. .Saer, B.A
1). McGregor, B.A...
0. S. Pedlev, B.A. .. G. Robertson, B.A.. W. II. Wav
E. M. Ilili; M.A
Win. Toms, Jr
.1. W. Pedley, B.A...
F. Macallum A. W. Richardson . . J. K. Unsworth, B.A .T. P. Gerrie, B.A. Geo. F. Brown . . .
F. Macallum, B.A,
1. J. Swanson . . . .1. P. Gerrie, B.A.
.j.T. miev, B.A ;
.J. W. Goffin )
I). S. Hamilton, B.A.-. f
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W.J. Watt /
G. H. Craik, B.A. : . . . } W. S. l-'ritchard, B.A.. /
W. T. Gunn, B.A )
A. Margrett /
J. L. Brown . ^
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/H.A. Morton, M.A. .. ) (W. R. Harvey ......../
/Galen H. Cr.xik, B. A.. . » (John G. Hindley, B.A./
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E. Kbbs
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F. II. .MarliiiCi- ...
T. .M. Reikie';
J. Elliott
W. Clarke '. .
J. T Bvrne
A. Dulif
G. Cornish, M.A.
P. Shanks
W. F. Clarke . . .
J. Wood
J. Unsworth
D. JIacallum! , . . .' H. Wilkes, D.D. .
T. M. Reikie
W. M. Peacock . Enoch Barker . . .
W. H. AUworth II. 1). Povvis . . . .
J. L. Forster, D.C.L. J. Burton, B.D. William Hay . . . W. Wethcrald . . II. Pedley, B.A. J. R. Black, B.A Geo. Fuller .... W. M. Barbour, D.D.
SABBATH PREACHERS.
MORNINO.
M. Fenwick
D. Powis
J. Sherrill . . . , Lillie, D.D....,
>!ayne
Robinson
K. Black
J. Parker
Burpee
Pullar
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Principal Grant .
J. Wood
H. D. Hunter . .
D.S. Hamilton, B.A.
J. B. Silcox
W. fl. Warriner, D.D. .
Henry Hughes
S. N. Jackson, M.D. . . . E. M. Hill, M.A
E. C. W. MaeCon,M.A.
F. H. Marling-, D.D. . . . W. M. Barbour, D.D...
G. Robertson, B.A
B. B. Williams
A. W. Richardson, B.A. J. I. HiiVdley, Ph.D. . . .
J. P. Gerrie, B.A
W. Johnston
W. Mcintosh
W. T. Gunn, M.A
Morg-an Wood, D.D. . . .
G. Ellery Read
J. K. Unsworth, B.A. . .
Hugh Pedley, B.A
Frank J. Day, B.D
A. F. MacGregor, B.A. .
A. Ivobertson. W. F. Clarke. H. Wilkes, D.D. W. Hav. R. Wilson. W. F. Clarke. J. Wood. C. W. Torry. J. Duller. U. Balkman. W. H. Alhvorth. J. L. Poore. J. G. Manley. Prof. Stowe. W. P. Westell. E. Ebbs.
E. Beeoher, D.D. C. Chapman, M.A. S. G. Dodd. I. Eraser.
C. Chapman, M.A-, Ur. Stevenson. J. G. Sanderson. K. K. Black. H. Wilkes, D.D Dr. Steyenson.
R. W. Walla(;e. Z. Edd.v, M.D. Dr. Steyenson.
Dr. Dexter. Dr. Stevenson. H. D. Hunter, M.A. Jos. Wild, D.D.
W. Mcintosh. H. Pedley, B.A. Jos. Wild, D.D.
W. H. Warriner, B.D. T. B. Hyde. H. Pedley, B.A. E. C. Eyans, D.D.
H. S. Beavis, D.D.
A. W. Richardson, M.D.
Hugh Pedley, B.A.
John Morton.
T. B. Hyde,
J. L. Gordon.
W. S. Pritch'ard, B.A.. B.D
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MINUTES OF THE FIFTY-SECOND ANNUAL MEET- ING OF THE CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF ONTAJRIO AND QUEBEC, HELD IN BOND ST. CHURCH, TORONTO, ONTARIO, JUNE 6th to 13TH, 1905.
The following was the registered attendance : MINISTERS.
Alexamler, J. L., Granby, Que. Barker, Enoch, Toronto, Ont. Bolhn, C. E., Scotland, Ont. Claris, W. H. A., London, Ont. Claris, C. C, Edgar, Ont. Craik, G. H., Waterville, Que. Daley, J. T., Maxwell, Ont. Day, F. J., Montreal, Que. Drysdale, E. J., Georgetown, Ont. Gerrie, J. P., Stratford, Ont. Gilroy, W. E., Toronto, Ont. Gunn, W. T., Ewifewv-^nt- Hamilton, D. S., London, Ont. Harris, P. C. L., Guelph, Ont.
arrison, F. B., Brantford, Ont. Hill, E. M., Montreal, Que. Hipkin, Wm., Bowmanville, Ont. Horsey, H. I., Ottawa, Ont. Hyde, T. B., Toronto, Ont. Kelly, Matthew, Watford, Ont. Lowes, G. A., Kingston, Ont. Leggette, T., Burford, Ont. Margarett, A., Cjbourg, Ont.
Marshall, W. H. L., Speedside, Ont. Mcintosh, Wm., Ottawa, Ont. Mcintosh, D. C, Lanark, Ont. McKiliican, J., Montreal, Que. Morton, J.. Hamilton, Ont. MuLroe Wm., Montreal, Que. Pedley, Hugh, Montreal, Que. Pedley, J. W., Toronto, Ont. Pollock, A. F., Danville, Que. Rice, H. G., Montreal, Que. Salmon, J., Toronto, Ont*. Silcox, J. B., Toronto, Ont. Silcox, E. D., Toronto, Ont. Schrag, A. R., Alton, Ont. Solandt, D. M., Kingston, Ont. Smith, W. W., St. Catharines, Ont. Thomas, H. F., Toronto, Ont. Tippett, E. H., Montreal, Que. UnsvTorth, J. K., Hamilton, Ont. Unsworth, Joseph, Toronto, Ont. Warriner, W. H., Montreal, Que. Watt, E. G., Melbourne, Que. Watson, W. H., Cowansville, Que.
DELEGATES.
Alton, Mrs. Schrag. Barrie, J. G. Hindley, B.A. Belwood, E. Y. Blyth, Mrs. Bayne. Bowmanville, Mrs. E. Freeland Brantford. Mrs. Harrison, H. Yeigh Burford, Mrs. Leggette, H. Cox. Churchill, J. H. Smith, Mr. Leslie
Mrs. Leslie. Cobourg, Harry Field, J. P. Field. Cold SiJrings, I. W. Pierce. Edgar, Mrs. Claris. Embro, Mrs. Gunn.
Miss
Forest, D. Scott, E. Morton,
Eawlings. Georgetown, Mrs. Drysdale. Granby, C. A. Walker. .Guelph, G. H. Skinner. Hamilton (First), C. Duff, Thos.
Bale. Kingston (Bethel), G. Mil's, B. W.
Eobertson. London (First), Mrs. Jackson. London (Sou+hern), Miss E. Perry.
Mrs. E. Cook.
REV. JOHN BROWN, M. A., D. D.
Delegate from the Congregational Union of England and Wales.
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Montreal (Zion), W. W. O'Hara, W. ham.
H. Smith, Mrs. S. P. Scott. St. Catharines, Miss Frampton, Mrs.
Montreal (Emmanuel), C. Giffd, T. Worrill, W. G. Bishopric.
Moodie. Toronto (Zion), H. M. Atwell, George
Montreal (Calgary), B. W. McLach- Pine, H. W. Joslin.
Ian. Toronto (Bond Sc), Wm. McCartney.
Montreal (Pt. St. Charles), Thomas Toronto (Northern), C. J. Spence, E.
Bead, C. Cushingy J. Joselin, E. C. Austin.
Montreal (Westmount), H. J. Eoss, Toronto (Western), J. W. Clarke, J.
Mrs. Eoss. W. Woodley.
New Durham, Leroy Eice. Toronto (Oiivet), J. Wightman, Mrs.
Paris, Miss Brockbank, A. E. Capron. E. P. Dixon.
Eosetta, A. W. Craig. Toronto (Parkdale), H. B. Donovan.
Speedside, Mrs. Marshall, Mrs. Bol- Toronto (Broadview), H. G. Salis-
ton, Mrs. McGlackey, Mrs. Ben- bury, S. H. Price.
CORRESPONDING MEMBERS. -
Revs. John Brown, B.A., D.D., London, Eng. ; Mrs. Brown; Rev. J. W. Pate, Middleville ; Rev. G. G. Warren, China Inland Mission; Miss Jolliffe, Missionary; Rev. M. I. Comfort, Rep- resentative of United Brethren.
The sessions of the Union began on Wednesday, June 7th. at 9 a.m. The Chairman, Rev, J. K. Unsworth, B.A., eondncted the devotional exercises. A sermon was preached by Rev. P. J. Day, B.A., B.D.
At 10 a.m. the Secretary, on behalf of the Union Committee, presented the following nominations, which were adopted:
Minute Secretaries— Rev. A. F. Pollock, B.D. ; Mr. W. W. 0 'Hara.
Membership Committee — Revs. F. J. Day, B.A., B.D., W 11. Warriner, D.D., C. E. Bolton, W. H. Watson, M. Kelly; Messrs. C. J. Spencer and H. J. Ross.
Business Committee — Revs. J. W. Pedley, B.A., D. S. Ham- ilton, B.A., Hugh Pedley, B.A., R. G. AVatt, B.D., A. R. Schrag, F. B. Harrison; Messrs. E. J. Joselin and B. W. Robertson.
Nomination Committee — Revs E. Munson Hill, D.D., Wm. ^hmroe, A. Margrett, A. B. Ross, B.A. ; Mr. R. W. McLachlan.
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Finance Committee — Messrs. Thomas ]\Ioodie, Henry C )X, Wm. Woodley; Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A.
Press Committee — Revs. J. P. Gerrie, B.A., H, G. Rice, B. A., W E. Gilroy, B.A.
The Union Committee presented the following Annual R( port : —
ANNUAL REPORT.
We would express our gratitude to our Heavenly Father for His mercies during the past year, and rejoice that in His Provi- dence we are assembled in this Fifty-second Annual Meeting of our Union.
Yv'^e extend our greetings to the Toronto churches, whose hospitality we are enjoying, and especially to Bond Street Church, whose buildings have been so freely placed at our dis- posal. We congratulate the church upon the settlement of the Rev. J. B. Silcox as pastor, and pray that great blessing may come to pastor and people iii their new relationship.
It is with deep sorrow we report the death of three breth- ren, who for many years were honored members of this Union —the Revs. M. S. Gray, Charles Duff, M.A., and John Wood. Mr. Wood was one of the original members of the Union, and during the lifty-one years of its existence was in attendance at every meeting except one, his visit to the Holy Land causing the exception.
It will be our privilege to have as the guest of the Union the Rev. John Brown, B.A., D.D., of Bedford, England, ex- Chairman of the Congregational Union of England and Wales,
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and Chairman of the Colonial Missionary Society. Dr. Brown comes, by appointment of the Union of England and Wales, to convey greetings and to confer with ns in the important mat- ters that will engage our attention during the sessions of the Union. We assure him of our hearty welcome.
We welcome also the Eev. C. H. Patten, D.D., Home Secre- tary of the A.B.C.F.M., who comes as the guest of the C.C.F. M.S. Dr. Patten will be present at the meetings of the Union, and will be one of the speakers on Friday evening.
The Union will have the pleasure of hearing the Rev. W. H. G. Temple, D.D., of Cleveland, Ohio, who speaks at the meeting of the Home Missionary Society on Thursday evening.
The two matters that have engaged the attention of the Union during the year, viz., ''The Jubilee Fund" and "Church Union,' will be reported on by the respective committees.
Your Committee has been advised that it will be necessary to provide a fund for payment of expenses if the work of the Committee on Church Union is to be done. An appeal has already been made to the churches in this behalf. We recom- mend that the Finance Committee be instructed to reserve a portion of the money in hand for this purpose, and to submit plans for providing an adequate fund for the work of this Committee.
We felt that the work of the Jubilee Fund had so far pro- gressed that the Union, at this meeting, should prayerfully con- sider the next steps in the life and work of our churches. We have accordingly allotted two services to this forward work.
We call attention to the need of a revision of the roll, and recommend that the Membership Committee be instructed to examine the roll and report.
Other matters of business have been arranged for, and will come up in the course of the meetings. We pray that in the busy days before us the blessing of God may be upon us, and
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upon the churcKes we represent. "Establish thou the work of our hands npon us; yea, the work of our hands, establish thou it."
Respectfully submitted,
James T. Daley, Secretary.
The report was referred to the Business Committee.
Applications for membership from Revs. H. A. Carson, B.A. ; Prof. Lyman, G. A. Sanden, J. B. Silcox ; also from the follow- ing Swedish churches ; Lewisville, Elim Church ; Highland Park, Bethel Church ; Wetaskiwin, Emmanuel Church, were all re- ferred to the Membership Committee.
A letter was received from Rev. J. Simpson, Vancouver, B.C., announcing the formation of the "Canadian Northwest- ern Association of Congregational Churches." The Secretary was instructed to reply.
Greetings from Rev. Washington Gladden, D.D., Moderator of the National Council of the U. S., were read.
An invitation to meet in Winnipeg was referred to the Busi- ness Committee.
A communication from the Dominion Alliance was referred to the Temperance Ccmmittee.
A letter from Rev. J. W. Newbery, Elcho, Ont., Secretary of the Church of "The United Brethren in Christ," announced the appointment cf Rev. J. W. Schofield, Sheffield, Ont., as fraternal delegate to this Union. Referred to Business Com- mittee.
A letter from the Secretary of the Union of N.S. and N.B., in the matter of the unifying of Canadian Congregationalism, was referred to the Business Committee.
A resolution of the Western Association, re course of study for certain candidates for the ministry, was referred to the Business Committee.
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A memorial from the Synods of the Anglican Church, re- specting the study of the Bible in Public Schools, was referred to the Business Committee.
A letter from the Toronto Branch of the Anti-Opium League was referred to the Temperance Committee.
Mr. Charles Cushing, as Convener of Committee, reported that an Act had been passed in the Province of Quebec, whereby churches may become incorporated without expense : —
ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 134.
An Act for the Relief of Certain Religious Bodies.
Whereas there are numerous Protestant congregations within the Province of Quebec which own property, but do not possess charters of incorporation, and it is expedient to provide an easy and iiiexpensive method of incorporating the same ;
Therefore, His Majesty, with the advice and consent of the Legislative Council and of the Legislative Assembly of Quebec, enacts as follows :
1. "Whenever any Protestant individual church has been formed and has obtained power to keep registers of civil status, but has not become incorporated in any other manner than hereinafter provided, and is not prevented from doing so by the constitution of the religious denomination to which it belongs, or when the property of the said church is not owned, possessed and controlled by some authority superior to the said church within the body to which it belongs, and when no other provision exists under special statute, whereby the said church may acquire the powers of a corporate body without a special Act to that effect, such incorporation may be obtained upon petition pre- sented to the Lieutenant-Governor-in-Council, who is hereby authorized to grant the same at his discretion.
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2. The petition shall contain the following particulars: (a) The name of the individual church so applying;
(b) The names of not less than three of the principal execu- tive officers of the said church;
(c) The recital of a general resolution of the members of the said church, duly passed at a special meeting called for the purpose, and of which reasonable notice to all members has been given, authorizing the said executive officers to proceed under the present statute;
(d) The name of the religious denomination to which the said church belongs;
(e) The place where its principal meetings are held;
(f) A description of any real estate already belonging to it.
3. The petition shall be accompanied by :
(a) Affidavits of three of the principal executive officers of the church in support of the allegations of the petition, declar- ing that the conditions of the present law are applicable ;
(b) A duly certified extract from the minutes of the special church meeting hereinabove referred to, containing a copy of the resolution aforesaid, and of the notice of such special meet- ing, and mention of the manner of notification to members.
4. Notice of the presentation of the petition shall be insert- ed during one month in the Quebec Official Gazette, and four times in a newspaper published in the judicial district in which the church meets; or if no newspaper is published in such dis- trict, then in a newspaper published in the nearest district where one is issued.
5. After presentation of the petition, the Lieutenant-Gov- ernor may, if satisfied of the correctness of the allegations thereof, grant the same, and the said congregation shall there- after possess all the powers, rights and privileges, and be sub- ject to all the obligations of a duly incorporated body; and under the name mentioned in the petition, may inter alia enter into contracts, and may acquire, by onerous or gratuitous title,
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moveable and immoveable property for the actual use and bene- fit of the church, its missions, minister's residence and appur- tenances, and the benevolent and charitable objects connected therewith, and may hold and possess the same, provided that the immoveable property does not exceed in value the sum of three hundred thousand dollars ; and it may sell, alienate or exchange any such property for the benefit of the church, its missions and appurtenances, or the benevolent and charitable objects connected therewith, and may mortgage and hypothecate such immoveable property, provided no purchase, acquisition, sale, alienation or mortgage of immoveable property shall take place unless the same is recommended by a majority of the trustees and authorized by a three-fourth vote of the male members of the church present at a meeting duly convened in the manner provided by the by-laws of the church for such meeting, to hear and determine such recommendation of the trustees; to institute and defend all actions at law in connection with its rights and obligations ; and generally to possess all the privil- eges and powers of ecclesiastical corporations under the laws of this province.
6. The church may make such by-laws, rules and regula- tions for the government of its affairs as shall not conflict with the laws in force in this Province, the provisions of this Act, or the principles, usages and doctrines of the denomination to which it belongs ; and more particularly^, but not so as to affect the generality of this provision, the church may, by laws, rules, and regulations, provide for:
(a) Membership in the church;
(b) The appointment and election of church officers, ser- vants, and committees, their term of office and the manner of their replacement and removal;
(c) The appointment of the pastor, his requirements, salary, and removal;
(d) Meetings, annual, monthly, and special, the notices to
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be given for the convening of such, and the times when such meetings shall be called;
(e) Pews and sittings and provisions relative thereto.
7. The church shall appoint from amongst its qualified members, a Board of Trustees for such term and of such num- ber as it shall fix by by-law, provided the Board of Trustees shall never be composed of less than five or more than nine members ; and when so appointed the Board of Trustees may make or cause to be made, for the church, any contract which the church by law may make, subject to the provisions of this Act with respect to the acquisition, alienation or mortgaging of immoveable property.
8. A majority of the trustees shall form a quorum for the transaction of business.
A majority of the trustees present at any duly convened meeting of the Board of Trustees, if a quorum, may pass any motion or adopt any measure, or enter into any contract within their powers, save with respect to the acquisition, alienation or mortgaging of immoveable property belonging to the church, in which case a majority of the actual Board of Trustees shall be necessary to adopt any such motion, measure or contract, and the authorization of the church shall be obtained, as hereinabove provided.
9. The church shall elect from its members a treasurer of the church, who shall receive and pay out all moneys, under the direction of the trustees, and render a true and correct account to the church at its annual meeting, of all moneys received and expended, and at all times when required so to do by the trus- tees, shall furnish them or the church with a statement of the financial condition of the church.
10. The church shall also elect from its members a clerk of the church or church secretary, who shall cause to be kept a
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roll containing the names of all the members of the church, with the date of their reception and last known address, or the date when they ceased to be members by dismission, death, ex- clusion, or otherwise; which roll, when countersigned by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, shall be evidence of mem- bership.
11. The church shall at all times, when thereunto required by the Lieutenant-Governor-in-Council, make a full return of
its property and of its receipts and expenses, with such particu- lars as he may reciuire.
12. Nothing in this Act shall alter or impair in any way the rights of any mortgagee or other creditor, acquired previous to such incorporation.
13. This Act shall not apply to, among other denomina- tions, the Church of England in Canada, the Presbyterian Church in Canada, and the Methodist Church of Canada.
14. This act shall come into force on the day of its sanction.
The report was adopted. A copy of the Act was ordered ^printed in the Year Book. The Nomination Committee was instructed to nominate a committee to arrange for a similar Act for Ontario.
A written report from Mr. Henry O'Hara, as delegate to the Union of England and Wales, was read, and the thanks of the Union accorded to Mr. O'Hara.
Reports were received from Rev. E. Munson Hill, D.D., and Wm. Mcintosh, delegates to the Union of N.S. and N.B.
Revs. Dr. Brown, G. G. Warren; Mrs. Brown, and Miss Jolliffe, were accorded the privilege of corresponding member- ship. Dr. Brown tendered the Union the greetings of the Union of England and Wales.
The Union adjourned at 11 a.m.
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"Wedistesday Evening, June 7th.
Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.A., presided. Rev. W. T. Gunn, M.A., B.D., led in prayer.
Rev. J. B. Silcox welcomed the Union to Toronto.
Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., replied to the address of welcome.
The Chairman of the Union, the Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.A., Hamilton, delivered his address on "The Jubilee Fund and After."
The meeting closed with the benediction, pronounced by Rev. Joseph UnsM^orth, Toronto.
Thursday Morning, June 8th.
Devotional exercises were conducted by Rev. W. H. Wat- son. A sermon was preached by Rev. A. Margrett.
At 10 a.m. the minutes of previous day's meetings were read and adopted.
The Business Committee recommended: —
1. The order of the day. Adopted.
2. That if a deputation from the United Brethren attend the Union it be given an opportunity to address the members. Adopted.
3. That the question of extra-mural studies be discussed on Friday. Adopted.
4. That a committee be appointed to confer with the Com- mittee of the Synods of the Anglican Church on the matter of the Bible in schools.
Rev. J. B. Silcox, seconded by R. W. McLachlan, moved in amendment that,
"Inasmuch as the Congregationalists are opposed to the principle that it is the duty of the State, through the Public Schools, to impart the "adequate and systematic teaching of the Bible" in the Public School, therefore we respectfully de-
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cline to appoint the proposed committee."
After discussion, the matter was referred back to the Busi- ness Committee to arrange for a place on the programme for further discussion.
The Membership Committee recommended the admission of Rev. J. B. Silcox to membership. Carried.
An application for membership from Rev. Wm. Hipkin, Bowmanville, and an application from Rev. W. S. Pritchard, B.A., for transfer to the Union of N.S. and N.B. were referred to the Membership Committee.
Rev. J. W. Pate, Middleville, was invited to sit as a cor- responding member.
The ballot for Chairman being taken, Mr. John R. Dougall, Montreal, was declared elected. The Secretary was instructed to inform Mr. Dougall by telegram.
Rev. Mr. Russel addressed the Union briefly.
Moved by Rev. J. B. Silcox, seconded by Rev. F. J. Day, B.A., B.D., ''That Standing Rule No. 12 be referred to the Business Committee to be amended so as to arrange that in fu- ture each church shall attend to the expenses of its own pastor and delegate, and that the church provide a fund for the gen- eral expenses of the Union." Referred to Business Committee.
Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A., read the statistical reports. They were adopted and ordered to be printed in the Year Book.
Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., reported on' behalf of the Commit- tee on Church Union. The report was adopted.
The Union adjourned.
Fkiday Morning, June 9th.
Devotional services were conducted by Rev. D. C. Mcintosh, B.D. A sermon was preached by Rev. C. E. Bolton.
At 10 a.m. the minutes of previous day were adopted. The Business Committee reported recommending: —
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1. The order of the day. Adopted.
2. That Rev. J. L. Alexander, B.D., preach on Saturday morning, in the absence of Rev. W. R. Harvey. Adopted.
The' Membership Committee recommended: —
1. That the Revs. Eugene W. Lyman, Professor of Syste- matic Theology and the Philosophy of Religion in the Congre- gational College of Canada; Herman A. Carson, B.A., Victoria, B.C.; G. A. Sanden, Wetaskiwin, Alberta; Wm. Hipkin, Bow- manville, Ont., be received into membership of the Union. Carried.
2. That the following Swedish churches be also received, viz., Lewisville, Elim Church ; Highland Park, Bethel Church ; Wetaskiwin, Emmanuel Church. Carried.
3. That Rev. W. S. Pritchard, B.A., B.D,, be granted a letter of transfer to the Union of N.S. and N.B. Carried.
4. Your Committee has also had under consideration the revision of the roll, and finds that the list of personal members includes a nimiber who have either left the country or are en- gaged in secular pursuits. The latter, according to Article 11. of the Constitution, which limits ministerial membership to such as are either in the pastoral office or are engaged in evangelistic or educational service, would seem to be ipso facto excluded from membership. Under this head are the Revs. J. R. Black, James McAdie, C. Routliffe and ,Dr. A. W. Richardson.
The following brethren have either gone to the Maritime Provinces, the United States, or elsewhere, and are no longer in the service of our churches, viz: — Revs. H. A. Morton, Ed- win Rose, A. F. McGregor, W. M. Baker, Wm. Collins, Thomas Hall, A."E. Prior, Albert Secord, J. Schofield, H. E. Mason, J. A. C. McCuaig, D. D. Hambly, W. J Hindley, Robert Hop- kin, W. P. Jackson, J. McKinnon, C. Moore, and H. W. Stillman.
We recommend, therefore, that the Secretary be instruct-
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■ed to correspond with the brethren named, with a view to their transference to some other association or otherwise, and report to the Union. Carried.
5. That the names of the following brethren, deceased, be removed from the roll, viz: — Revs. Charles Dnff, John Wood, and M. S. Gray. Carried.
Mr. J. R. Dougall having declined the chairmanship, a new vote, was taken, and the Rev. J. B. Silcox declared elected. Mr. Silcox thanked the Union for the confidence thus shown in him.
The Revs. Dr. Warriner, D. M. Solandt; Mr. Geo. Pim, and Mrs. S. P. Leet were added to the Temperance Committee.
Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., Chairman of the Jubilee Fund Committee, presented the Committee's report, as follows: —
REPORT OF JUBILEE COMMITTEE.
Your Committee beg to report as follows : —
That the work has gone on steadily during the past year. It was deemed wise by your Executive Committee that during the autumn months special efforts of a personal character should be made amongst the churches, especially those in the Mari- time Provinces and in the far "West, sections of the country that had not hitherto been visited. To carry out this plan, Mr. Gunn's services were secured for another term of three months, during which he visited the Provinces of N.S. and N.B. and was able to report at the close of his visit that the extinction •of the debts of the churches there was practically guaranteed. Your Executive Committee further agreed to furnish the means for supplying the pulpit of Rev. J. K. Unsworth, in order to set him free for a visitation of the churches in Manitoba and British Columbia. During a tour of seven weeks he visited all the western churches and secured their very hearty co-opera- tion in the Jubilee Movement. Most of these churches are look- ing forward to the early extinction of their debts. The thanks
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of your Committee are due to these two gentlemen for the ex- cellent work done, and also to these churches for their willing- ness to sacrifice their own immediate interest for the sake of the wider work.
As a result of the efforts put forth, we were able to report the state of the Fund at the end of 1904 as follows, under the two heads, Local Debts and Central Fund: —
LOCAL DEBTS
Forty-four churches subscribed $125,791 25
Paid 67,835 20
CENTRAL FUND
Subscribed by churches $ll,795 83 Paid .....$5,568 32
" Individuals 25,233 25 Paid 5,233 25
English contribution 4,861 1 1
$15,662 68
Amongst the individual contributions included in the above statement, the items of chief importance are Mr. G. B. Bur- land's gift of $5,000 (in addition to the $5,000 he had contri- buted to his own church), and Mr. Miner's subscription of $20,000, of which $10,000 has been paid. The first of these gifts, coming at the inception of the enterprise, and the second at a critical hour in its history, take place with the English gifts in the immense contribution they have made to the success so far achieved.
From this Fund two disbursements were made — one in September, 1904, at which 60 per cent, of the claims was paid, and the other in March, 1905, when it was found that on re- ceipt of the second installment from England it would be pos- sible to meet all claims in full. The actual accomplishment of this has not been carried out owing to delay in the arrival of the second payment from England, the delay being due to the illness and death of the Rev. James A. Mitchell, Secretary of
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the Union of England and Wales, concerning which sad event a resolution will be presently submitted. The money is now in the hands of the Treasurer, and subject to the order of the Executive Committee.
The receipts since the beginning of the year are approxi- mately as follows, under the same two heads of Local Debts and Central Fund: —
LOCAL DEBTS
Additional Subscriptions $ 2,517
Additional Payments I4,I79
The total then under this head will be :
Subscriptions $128,308 25
Payments 82,014 00
CENTRAL FUND
Additional Payments — Churches $ 1,742 00
" " Mr. Miner .. 10,000 00
England 4,866 66
Total ., $16,608 66
The grand total will therefore be : —
Subscriptions, including English grant $i85,337 33
Payments, on account of debts ^ $114,285 34
The expenses so far have reached a total of $2,990.87, the main items of which are for salaries, travelling expenses, and printing. In view of the magnitude of the undertaking, this will be considered, from a business point of view, a very mod- erate amount.
This is the condition of the undertaking at the present time, and that we should have arrived at this point is a matter for sincere gratitude, and a reason for great hope. But much re- mains to be done. There are several problems that have to be dealt with, and the work as a whole will require unremitting attention from now to the end of the year.
There are now certain recommendations that your Com-
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mittee would submit for your approval.
1. That the form of lien prepared by INIr. Lyman Lee, of Hamilton, a member of the Committee, and revised by the Committee as a whole, be adopted ; it being understood that this lien does not affect those portions of the Central Fund specially reserved therefrom at the wish of the donors.
2. That all agreements with churches in connection with the disposal of the Central Fund terminate Dec. 31, 1905.
3. That the indebtedness of churches, giving them a claim upon the Central Fund, be understood as including the amount of mortgage and other eciuivalent indebtedness at Jan. 1, 1903, not taking account of any deficit in current expenses for the preceding year.
4. That as our experience so far has made it evident that humanly speaking, the success of the enterprise has resulted from the entire devotion to it of some one man, this policy be continued during the rest of the campaign. We would further recommend that the Eev. J. W. Pedley, B.A., of the Western Congregational Church, Toronto, be requested to take up the work of special correspondence and personal visitation so effi- ciently carried on by Messrs. Gunn and Unsworth.
5. That the following be the Committee foi* the coming year :—
Eastern Section. — Revs. H. Pedley (Convener), Dr. E. M. Hill, Dr. W. H. Warriner, D. M. Solandt, Wm. Mcintosh, G. E. Read, H. G. Eice, J. T. Daley ; and Messrs. T. B. Macaulay, Chas. Gushing, G. B. Burland, Chas. Gurd, C. R. Black, S. H. C. Miner, B. W. Robertson, A. J. Stephens, and two representa- tives from the Maritime Provinces.
Western Section. — Mr. H. O'Hara (Convener), Revs. J. L. Gordon, J. W. Pedley, E. D. Silcox, J. B. Silcox, J. K. Uns- worth, T. B. Hyde, R. J. Drysdale, W. T. Gunn ; ]\Iessrs. W.
REV. J. W. PEDLEY, B. A.
Pastor of Western Church, Toronto, now acting as Field Secretary of the Jubilee Fund.
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Woodley, G. C. Copping, T. R. Earl, H. Yeigh, J. W. Lyons, Lyman Lee, and A. Wickson.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
HUGH PEDLEY,
Chairman of Committee.
The report, after being discussed clause by clause, was adopted.
The Nomination Committee announced the pulpit arrange- ments for Sunday.
The tlnion adjourned.
Friday Evening, June 9th.
The Chairman presided. Revs. E. Munson Hill, D.D., and T. Bradley Hyde assisted in devotional exercises.
Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., delivered an address on "The Nation, the Church, the College."
Rev. G. G. Warren, of the R. T. S., a returned missionary from China, delivered an address on Mission Work in China.
The meeting was closed with the benediction.
Saturday Morning, June 10th.
Devotional exercises were conducted by Rer. J. P. Gerrie, B.A. A sermon was preached by Rev. J. Lambert Alexander, B.D.
At 10 a.m. the minutes were read and adopted.
The Business Committee presented the following "Resolu- tion re Gambling ' ' : —
"Whereas an attempt is being made to introduce into the Dominion Parliament an amendment to the Criminal Code, by which 'book-making' on a race track would be exempt from the operation of the law against gambling;
"And whereas the evil of gambling is spreading in our
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midst, and is hostile to the best welfare of the people,
"We, the members of the Congregational Union, at this its Annual Meeting, do hereby express our earnest hope that such amendment will not be passed, and that every effort to introduce such class legislation will be resolutely opposed. Carried.
The Secretary was instructed to forward a copy of this reso- lution to Rev. S. D. Chown.
The Nomination Committee made the following nomina- tions : —
Secretary-Treasurer- — Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A.
Statistical Secretary — Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A.
Union Preacher — Rev. G. H. Craik, B.A.
Alternate Preacher— Rev. R. G. Watt, B.D.
Delegate to Union, N.S. and N.B.— Rev. R. K. Black.
Delegate to Union, England and Wales — Rev. F. J. Day, B.A., B.D.
Committee on Temperance — Revs. D. S. Hamilton, B.A.; E. D. Silcox, W. H. A. Claris, J. McKillican, R. G. Watt, B.D.; Mr. R. W. McLachlan, Mrs. Sanderson, and Mrs. Leet.
Committee on Sabbath Observance — Revs. H. I. Horsey, W. E. Gil- roy, B.A.; W. H. Warriner, D.D.; Mr. T. E. Chisnall.
Committee on Incorporation of Churches — Messrs. Charles Gushing, Lyman Lee, S. P. Leet; Rev. E. D. Silcox.
The report Avas adopted, and the nominees of the Com- mittee elected.
Rev. H. I. Horsey reported on behalf of the Committee on Sabbath Observance. The report was adopted.
Mr. Thomas Moodie reported on behalf of the Finance Com- mittee. The report was adopted.
Rev. M. I. Comfort, representative of the United Brethren in Christ, being introduced, spoke briefly on the question of suggested union between the United Brethren and the Con- gregationalists of Canada.
It was decided to appoint a committee to confer with the United Brethren, and the Nomination Committee was instruct- ed to select the committee.
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Rev. Mr. Comfort was invited to sit as a corresponding member of the Union.
Rev. J. P. Gerrie, B.A., asked that the Union appoint an associate to act with him on the Committee of the International Council, to take the place of Dr. George. Referred to Nomina- tion Committee.
The Secretary was instructed to acknowledge the invitation of Central Church, Winnipeg, but to decline the invitation on account of the expense involved.
A letter from Rev. Dr. Patton, expressing his regret on account of his inability to be present for the Friday evening meeting, was read by Rev. T. B. Hyde.
The question of the ''Next Steps in our Religious Life and Work" was introduced by Rev. T. Bradley Hyde. A general discussion followed.
Rev. W. T. Gunn, M.A., B.D., seconded by Rev. Hugh Ped- ley, B.A., moved the following resolution : —
"Resolved, that we have heard with sorrow of the death of Rev. J. A. Mitchell, B.A., Secretary of the Congregational Union of England and Wales ; that we feel a sense of personal loss, inasmuch as even in his short term of office he had shown deep interest in and love for our work in Canada ; and that we hereby express our sympathy with our English brethren in this very great loss, and also with Mr. Mitchell's family.
''That a copy of this resolution be sent to both."
The resolution was adopted.
The Union adjourned.
Sunday, June 11th.
In the morning the Rev. John Brown, B.A., D.D., was the preacher. Revs. J. B. Silcox and J. K. Unsworth, B.A., took other parts.
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In the evening the Eev. D. S. Hamilton, B.A., preached the annual sermon from the text, John 1:23, "I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness. ' '
The Communion service was conducted by Rev. J. B. Sil- cox. Rev. Dr. Brown delivered an address. Revs. James T. Daley, B.A., and John McKillican led in prayer. The deacons assisting were: Thos. Moodie, Montreal; B. W. Robertson, Kingston; D. Scott, Forest; H. Cox, Burford; James Smith, Western, Toronto ; Deacon St. Croix, Bond Street, Toronto.
On suggestion of Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., a resolution was passed congratulating Mr. Chas. Alexander, Montreal, upon his entry upon his ninetieth year, and extending to him the best wishes of the Union.
Monday INIorning, June 12th.
Devotional exercises were conducted- by Rev. H. F. Thomas, M.A. Rev. J. W. Pedley, B.A., preached a sermon.
At 10 a.m. the minutes were read and adopted
The place of next annual meeting was left in the hands of the Union Committee.
Rev. C. E. Bolton, seconded by Rev. Thomas Leggette, moved that a committee be appointed to formulate a course of study for those who apply for pastoral work with a view to ordina- tion. This committee to be composed of the Revs. J. W. Ped- ley, B.A. ; J. B. Silcox, H. F. Thomas, M.A. ; T. B. Hyde, and J. K. Uns worth, B.A.
As an amendment. Rev. J. B. Silcox moved, seconded by Mr. R. W. McLachlan, that the memorial of the Western Asso- ciation be referred to the College authorities for their con- sideration, with the request that they report to the Union next year. Amendment carried.
Rev. J. W. Pedley, seconded by Rev. Dr. Warriner, moved the following resolution : —
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"Whereas in the providence of God, Revs. John Wood, Charles Duff, M.A., and M. S. Gray, honored ministers and vet- erans in the service of the Congregational churches in Canada, have been removed by death during the past year, this Union desires to place on record its appreciation of their personal Christian character and its sense of the work done by them during the long years of their ministry, and would convey to the bereaved relatives our sympathy in their loss.
The resolution "was adopted, and the Rev. Dr. Warriner led the Union in prayer.
The Rev. H. G. Rice, B.A., B.D., was asked to act as Minute Secretary, in the absence of Rev. A. F. Pollock, B.D.
Rev. T. Albert Moore, Secretary of the Lord's Day Alliance, addressed the Union.
The Business Committee recommended : —
That no change be made in Standing Rule No. 12. This was adopted.
Rev. W. T. Gunn, M.A.^ B.D., introduced aie question, "Next Steps in Organization." The motion of Rev. Wm. Mun- roe, carried over from last year, was taken up in the general discussion that followed; also the motion of Mr. Henry O'Hara, referring to an. ' ' Executive. ' '
Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., seconded by Rev. T. B. Hyde, moved that a committee be appointed to consider the whole mat- ter of reorganization of our denominational work in Canada. ' Carried and referred to Nomination Conm;iittee.
Moved by Rev. J. W. Pedley, B.A., seconded by Mr. George Pim, that the Treasurer be authorized to honor the order of the Chairman and Secretary of the Committee on Church Union so far as the funds will allow, in payment of expenses of the Committee. Carried.
The meeting was adjourned.
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Monday Afternoon, June 12th.
The report of the Temperance Committee, presented by Rev. D. S. Hamilton, B.A., was adopted.
Rev. W. E. Gilroy, B.A., read a paper on ''Christianity and
Sociology. ' '
A discussion followed.
Rev. E. Munson Hill, D.D., presented a report from the Nomination Committee.
Associate with Rev. J. P. Gerrie, B.A., on International Council — Rev. W. H. Warriner, D.D.
Fraternal Delegate to Conference of United Brethren — Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.A.
Committee to confer with United Brethren — Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.A. ; W. T. Gunn, M.A., B.D. ; W. E. Gilroy, B.A.; D. S. Hamilton, B.A. ; Mr. Henry O'Hara.
Representatives on College Senate — Revs. J. K. Unsworth, B.A.; G. E. Read; Messrs. Dr. F. A. Stevenson, W. H. Smith.
Union Committee — Revs. J. B. Silcox, J. K. Unsworth, B.A. ; J. T. Daley, B.A. ; Wm. Mcintosh, D. S. Hamilton, B.A. ; J. W. Pedley, B.A.; W. H. Warriner, D.D. ; A. Schrag, C. E. Bol- ton, T. B. Hyde, R. G. Watt, B.D. ; Messrs. H. O'Hara, A. McA. Murphy, Henry Yeigh, Charles Gushing, George Pim, H. W. Barker, and Wm. McCartney.
Committee on Reorganization : —
Western Section.—'ReYs. W. T. Gunn, M.A., B.D. (Con- vener) ; D. S. Hamilton, B.A. ; J. P. Gerrie, B.A. ; J. K. Uns- worth, B.A. ; J. B. Silcox; Mr. H. O'Hara.
Eastern Section. — Revs. H. Pedley, B.A. (Convener) ; J. T. Daley, B.A. ; Wm. Munroe, E. Munson Hill, D.D. ; Messrs. A. McA. Murphy and C. R. Black. Two to be appointed from Maritime Union and two from British Columbia.
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The report was adopted, and the appointments made.
The discussion of "Bible Study in Schools" was resumed. Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A., moved an amendment to the amend- ment. The chair was sustained in ruling both amendments out of order. The original motion to appoint a Committee to confer with the Committee of the Anglican Synods was carried.
The Business Committee recommended: —
1. That the Annual Report be adopted.
2. That the Chairman's address be not printed in the Year Book, but that it be referred to the Jubilee Fund Com- mittee.
The report was adopted. The Union adjourned.
Monday Evening, June 12th.
The Chairman presided. The Nomination Committee named the following as Commit- tee to confer with the Committee of the Anglican Church: — Revs. J. W. Pedley, B.A. (Convener) ; J. B. Silcox, Hugh Ped- ley, B.A.; J. K. Unsworth, B.A. ; J. P. Gerrie, B.A. ; W. H. Warriner, D.D. ; W. E. Gilroy, B.A. ; John Morton; Messrs. J. R. Dougall, and H. O'Hara. Adopted.
Rev. W. H. Warriner, D.D., delivered an address on "Ideals and Hopes."
Dr. John Brown, by request, gave an address on "John Bunyan. " .
Rev. J. W. Pedley, B.A., on behalf of the Business Com- mittee, presented the following: —
RESOLUTIONS OP THANKSGIVING.
The Business Committee begs leave to move that the hearty thanks of the Union be and are hereby tendered to all those who have contributed to the success of these meetings.
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1. To the officials of Bond Street Church for their kindness in giving us the use of their beautiful building, and for their constant efforts to meet our needs and convenience.
2. To the ladies of the various congregations for their hos- pitality and their abundant provision for our entertainment.
3. To the choirs of the churches which have done so much to add to the enjoyment of the evening meetings.
4. To the press of the city for its careful and extended reports of the meetings.
5. To the railways for their transportation privileges.
6. To the Chairman of the Union for his splendid and in- spiring address.
Your Committee would make special mention of the pres- ence in our midst of the honored representative of British Con- gregationalism, Rev. John Brown, B.A., D.D., and would ex- press to our friends across the sea our appreciation of their fel- lowship in sending such a messenger to convey to us their greetings.
We would tender to him personally our hearty thanks for the interest he has taken in our affairs, for the many and wise suggestions which he has made, and for the sermons and ad- dresses with which he has enriched our programme.
The report was adopted.
The minutes were taken as read, and adopted, and after the closing devotional exercises, the Union adjourned to meet at the call of the Union Committee.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT.
RECEIPTS.
Balance from last year $ 62 92
Collections from Churches after last report 3 00
Collections from Churches 294 30
Ministers' fees 22 00
Wednesday evening collection 22 39
Friday evening collection 20 65
Monday evening collection 15 62
DISBURSEMENTS.
Printing in "Year Book" $ 96 50
Secretary's expenses, postage, etc 6 18
Printing : 1 5 18
Honorarium to Secretary 50 00
Paid ministers and delegates (on claim of $279.60) lOI 95
Book room at Union 5 00
Committee on Church Union, Secretary's expenses 9 07
Balance on hand 157 00
Toronto, Tune 12, 1905.
THOMAS MOODIE,
Chairman of Committee.
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CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE CHURCHES.
IN 1904 AFTER REPORT.
Montreal, Emmanuel $ I 50
Pine Grove I 50
$ 5 00
REPORT FOR I905.
Alton $ I GO
Bowmanville 8 85
Brantford 10 00
Burford : 6 00
Barrie 5 00
Cold Springs 2 00
Embro 6 lO
Forest 5 00
Guelph 5 00
Granby 12 00
Georgetown 5 00
Hamilton, First 15 00
Kingston, First 7 00
London, Southern 5 00
London, First 5 00
Lanark 5 60
Montreal, Point St. Charles 5 00
" Zion 10 00
" Westmount 5 00
" Emmanuel 31 25
" Calvary 15 00
Maxville $13 00
Melbourne 7 50
Middleville, Rosetta, Hope- town 10 25
New Durham 8 00
Ottawa, First 9 00
St. Catharines 2 75
Speedside 4 00
Scotland 5 00
Toronto, Broadview 3 00
" Zion 5 00
" Western lO 00
" Olivet 5 00
" Bond St 25 00
" Parkdale 3 00
" No thern 10 00
Tilbury 2 OO
Watford 2 00
Total for 1905 $294 30
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STATISTICAL REPORTS.
Mr. Chairman and Brethren :
The statistics have been collected as usual and prepared for printing in the Year Book. This brief report is intended to be but a survey of the results.
Churches 81
Out-stations 9
Pastors and supplies in charge 58
Under pastoral care 18,762
Added— Profession 382
Letter 1/5
557
Removed — Death 98
Letter 1/5
Revision 178
451
Members on Roll 7,311
Baptisms 247
Property value $801,800
Debt on property 126,879
Money raised 146,770
Ayer's Flat, Franklin Centre, Hamilton (Immanuel), Lon- don (Southern), Renw^ick, Tilbury, Toronto (Parkdale), and Woodstock, have not yet reported, but we hope to hear from some of them before the tables are printed.
There have been a number of changes in the pastorate dur- ing the year. Revs. Edwin Rose, W. S. Pritchard, H. W. Still- man, F. J. Day, H. Barnett, D. N. Morden, J. W. Hurd, J. L. Gordon, W. M. Baker, and Charles Duff are names that do not now appear.
Revs. J. B. Silcox, J. Lambert Alexander, B. B. Williams, W. Hipkin, of Bowmanville, and John W. Pate, of Middleville, are among the additions to our workers.
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Revs. C. S. Pedley, G. E. Read, W. R. Harvey, M. Kelly, C. C. Claris, G. A. Mackenzie, A. B. Imrie, E. D. Silcox, and J. P. Gerrie, have made changes in their pastoral charges.
Forest and Plympton, Tilbury and Renwick, Listowel and Howick, Kincardine, and Woodstock, are without pastor or sup- ply. Kincardine has been vacant for a year and a half. The Sunday School and C. E. Society are active and the Church re- ports additions during the year.
The number of our members has not been altered to any great extent. 451 of those reported last year have been remov- ed. Many of them by revision of the rolls. There have been 557 added, most of them on profession of Faith. While this shows a net gain of 106, there is, no doubt, that the real force of the church has gained more than that number.
Only 50 of the churches have had additions to membership. Among these we note that on profession of faith there have been received, viz: Toronto (Bond St.), 54; Toronto (Western), 35; Toronto (Broadview), 24; Coldsprings, 17 ; Kingston (Cal- vary), 15; Pt. St. Charles, 14; Georgetown, 13; Melbourne, 13. Hamilton (First), 11; Ottawa (Welcome-Zion), 10; Paris, 10; Montreal (Zion), 10. Toronto (Zion) reports 41, but does not give details.
On the other hand 61 ehurchts report removals from the membership.
37 churches report a larger membership, 22 a smaller mem- bership, than last year.
One feels the need of an increase campaign as among the next steps of our life and work.
The Sunday Schools continue to be an encouraging feature of our work. Nearly evpry church has one and some have more than one in connection with the work. They are well provided with teachers and officers. Only 30 of the churches have socie- ties for their young people other than the Sunday schools. The
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interest in this part of church work has fallen greatly from what it was a few years ago.
The financial condition of the churches has been decidedly improved. 24 churches report decrease in debt; 2 churches re- port slight increase ; 12 churches report increase in value of property ; and 5 churches decrease irj. value. 39 churches have each raised more money than last year, the increase being $49,- 169. 27 churches each raised less than last year, the decrease being $7,656. A net increase over last year of $41,513.
It is quite probable that if the reports all came up to date this increase would be much larger. This increase was not all for local purposes. The contributions for missions was larger than last year. We call attention to the amounts given for each of the three purposes — Home, $1,927, Foreign,- $2,366, and Woman's Board, $2,827. This means nearly twice as much for Foreign Missions as for Home.
This may be of interest to those who will have part in the discussion of the next steps in the life and work of the churches.
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THE WESTERN ASSOCIATION.
The Western Association meets in October and April. Last year the October meeting was held at Toronto. The April meet- ing was held at Hamilton.
President — Rev. P. C. L. Harris, Guelph.
Secretary — Rev. C. E. Bolton, Scotland.
Treasurer — Rev. A. B. Ross, Frome.
H. M. Representative — Rev. M. Kelly, Watford.
Rev. W. H. A. Claris
John Morton
A. Margrett
W. W. Smith
J.K.Unsworth,B.A.
W. M. Baker
MEMBERS. Rev. J. P. Gerrie, B.A. A. B. Ross G. A. McKenzie C. E. Bohon P. C. L. Harris
Rev. D.S. Hamilton, B,A. " Thos. Leggette " C. C. Claris " F. B. Harrison " A. Secord
W.T.Gunn,M.A.,B.D. " W. H. L. Marshall
Belwood
Brantford
Bur ford
Embro
Fergus
Forest
Frome
ASSOCIATE CHURCHES. Garafraxa Listowel Speedside
Guelph London, First Stratford
Hamilton, First London, Southern St. Catharines Hamilton,Imman'l New Durham Tilbury
Howick Paris Woodstock
Kincardine Scotland . Watford
LONDON DISTRICT Tilbury London, First London, Southern Frome Woodstock Embro
BRANTFORD DISTRICT STRATFORD DIST.
Brantford Scotland Stratford
Paris Hamilton, First Listowel
Burford Hamilton, Immanuel Kincardine
New Durham St. Catharines Howick
GUELPH DISTRICT Guelph Garafraxa
Speedside Belwood
Fergus
LAMBTON DISTRICT Forest, Central Plympton Forest, Lake Shore Warwick, Zion Watford Warwick, Ebenezer
[The October meeting was held at Forest, not Toronto, as stated above— too late for correction.]
ASSOCIATIONS 6 1
TORONTO DISTRICT ASSOCIATION.
The meetings of this Association, according to the Constitu- tion, are in October, January and April, the fourth meeting, in June, being cancelled on account of the Annual Meeting of the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec. The ministerial members are received on conditions similar to those required for admission to above Union. Churches are required to contribute an annual collection to the funds of the Association. Three meetings were held last year in Georgetown, Zion, Toronto, and Northern, Toronto, Rev. J. W. Pedley, B.A., and Mr. W. Mc- Cartney, presiding.
President — Mr. Wm. McCartney, Toronto. Treasurer — Mr. W. J. Stibbs, 55 Charles St., Toronto. Registrar— Rev. H. F. Thomas, M.A., 73 Collier St., Toronto. Home Missionary Representative — Mr. H. O'Hara, Toronto.
ASSOCIATE CHURCHES.
Alton Edgar Toronto, Bond St.
Barrie Georgetown " Northern
Bowmanville Humber Summit " Western
Churchill Pine Grove " Olivet
Cobourg Rugby " Parkdale
Dalston Toronto, Zion " Broadview Ave.
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CONGEE GATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF QUEBEC.
The object of the Association is to promote ministerial im- provement, the harmony, fellowship and efficiency of the churches, and their co-operation in Christian work. It includes the Congregational churches in the Province of Quebec and those in the territory previously covered by the Eastern Association. Each church is entitled to send three delegates to each meeting, provided that if the full number be sent, one of them at least shall be a woman.
Two meetings have been held during the year, one at Rock Island, which was a joint meeting with Orleans County Asso- ciation of Vermont. The Spring meeting was held in Pt. St. Charles, Montreal.
Moderator, Rev.. W. H. Watson, Cowansville; Scribe, Rev. R. George Watt, Melbourne.
E. M. Hill, D.D. John McKillican Thomas Hall W. H. Warriner, D.D. R. George Watt, B.D. Galen H. Craik, B.A. G. Ellery Read James Billington
Ayer's Flat
Brigham
Cowansville
Danville
Eaton
Fitch Bay
Franklin Centre
MINISTERS. W. Mcintosh B. W. Day F. J. Day, B.A., B.D. R. K. Black W. R. Harvey H. G. Rice, B.A., B.D. W. H. Watson Hugh Pedley, B.A.
Harlan Creelman, Ph.D. A. F. Pollock, B.D. Wm. Munroe E. H. Tippett George Skinner Wm. Collins James T. Daley, B.A. J. L. Alexander, B.D.
ASSOCIATE CHURCHES.
Granby
Montreal, Emmanuel " Calvary
Zion
Melbourne and Ulverton
St. Andrews
Stanstead, South
Sherbrooke Pt. St. Charles Waterville Bethlehem Maxville and St. Elmo Amherst Park
THE CONGREGATIONAL UNION
OF
NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK
OFFICERS FOR 1905-1906
REV. GEORGE M. WHYTE
CHAIRMAN
SECRETARY
REV. J. W. COX, B.A.
TREASURER MR. CHARLES E. MacMICHAEL
STATISTICAL SECRETARY
MR. J. W. FLEWWELLING
Sheffield, N.B.
Truro, N.S.
St. John, N.B.
St. John, N.B.
UNION committee
THE OFFICERS, with REV. C. MOORE
" D. W. PURDON . " GEO. W. BALL
" S. J. WILSON
" W. S. PRITCHARD
" I. A. ROSE MR. WILLARD GODFREY
MR. H. ALLEN MOUSER
" J. W. JEWETT
" H. S. JONES
" ANDREW ANTHONY
" JEREMIAH PHILLIPS
'' GEO. ANTHONY
" J. W. WATERMAN
" CYRUS FISHER
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THE CONGREGATIONAL UNION OF NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK.
The Sessional Roll was formed as follows :
Rev. J. W. Cox, B.A Truro, N.S.
Rev. D. W. Purdon Kingsport, N.S.
Rev. C. Moore Keswick Ridge, N.B.
Rev. George W. Ball Liverpool, N. S.
Rev. George M. Whyte Sheffield, N.B.
Rev. Arthur W. Main Lower Selmah, N.S.
Prof. Harlan Creelman, Ph. D C. C.C. , Montreal, Que.
CHURCHES AND DELEGATES.
Brooklyn, N.S i^'^' ^^^^^ Godfrey
I Capt. W. Godfrey
Beach Meadows, N.S | Miss Sadie Chandler
IH. Allan Mauser
Chebogue, N.S (No delegate)
Economy, N.S (No delegate)
• Hemford,N.S | Wilson Johnson
t David Seiner
Keswick Ridge, N.B fjas. W. Jewett, J.P.
(Arthur S. Jewett
Kingsport, N. S Mrs. Philip B. Weaver
Liverpool, N.S Capt. H. S. Jones
Lower Selmah, N.S Andrew Anthony
Milton, N.S Mrs. James Tupper
Margaree,C.B [Jeremiah Philips
(, Patrick Burton Noel, N.S George Anthony
Pleasant River, N.S [Mrs. Tacob Culp
tj. W. Waterman
Sheffield, N.B (No delegate)
St. John, N.B Miss Flewwelling
South Maitland, N.S Cyrus Fisher
Truro, N.S (No delegate)
Yarmouth, N.S (No delegate)
UNION OF N. S. AND N. B.
MINUTES OF THE UNION.
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The Fifty-eighth Annual Meeting of the Congregational Union of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick met with the Con- gregational Church at Pleasant River, N.S., on Thursday morn- ing/ July 6th, at 9 a.m.
Instead of the usual prayer and praise service there was a sermon by Rev. J. W. Cox, from John 15:13, "Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you that you should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain." The sermon was a very helpful one, and gave a rich spiritual tone to the meetings that followed. There were espe- cially emphasized by the sermon the following points : — Our call to work ; pur perfect equipment for work — all power, all goodness, all truth — God; our responsibility, and our assurance of permanent success.
At 10.30 the Chairman, Rev. A. W. Main, called the meet- ing to order.
Rev. Silas W. Anthony was appointed Minute Secretary. The usual Committees were appointed, as follows : — Nominating Committee — Revs. G. W. Ball, G. M. "Whyte; and Mr. Geo. Anthony.
Business Committee — Revs. Ball, Moore, Rose ; and Messrs. J. W. Flewelling and A. Anthony.
Membership Cotnmittee — Revs. Purdon, Whyte, and Moore.
Finance Committee — Messrs. C. E. MacMichael, Jas. W. Jewett, and Geo. Anthony.
Public Service Committee— Rev. I. A. Rose, and Deacon A. J. Fancy.
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The Secretary, Rev. J. W. Cox, read his annual report, which had many encouraging features, one of which was the settlement of four young men as pastors over our churches, and there being now but two vacant fields in our Union.
The address of welcome was then given by Rev. I. Adams Rose, pastor of Pleasant River and Hanford Churches, and re- sponded to by Rev. Geo. M. AVhyte, of Sheffield, N.B.
New Memhers — Rev. W. S. Pritchard, B.D., was received by letter from the Congregational Union of Ontario and Que- bec ; Rev. I. Adams Rose, from the C. C. C.
Corresponding Meynhers — Revs. Wm. Collins, of Brook- lyn, N.S. ; Samuel J. Wilson, of Margaree, C.B. ; Silas W. An- thony, of Milton, N.S. ; Joseph K. Unsworth, B.D., of Hamil- ton, Ont. Chairman of Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec, W. T. Gunn, M.A., of Embro, Ont.
Members Dismissed — Rev. E. E. Braithwaite was dismissed to the Norfolk South Association, of Massachusetts; Rev. J. M. Austin, having requested that his name be dropped from the roll, as he had become a minister of the Presbyterian Church of Canada, his request was granted on recommendation of the Membership Committee, who also recommended that a letter be written to Rev. Mr. Austin, wishing him godspeed in his new relations, at the same time expressing our surprise and regret that though there was not time evidently for him to obtain a proper transfer, yet as a good Congregationalist, we think he should have frankly acquainted the officers of the Union with his purposes, giving full explanations and reasons.
Also that a letter of brotherly, yet of firm protest, be writ- ten to the Presbyterian General Assembly of Canada against their act of receiving a member of the Congregational Union of N.S. and N.B., without any recognition whatever of that body, inasmuch as no letter of membership or of ministerial
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standing had been asked for from the Union.
Reports from the churches were then read by the dele- gates, and were for the most part encouraging.
At 11.25 Rev. Churchill Moore, of Keswick Ridge, N.B., ad- dressed the Union on ' ' Church Self-support and How to Attain it." A lively discussion followed.
Thursday, 2.30 p.m.
After a short devotional service, the Statistical Secretary, Mr. J. W. Flewelling, of St. John, N.B., read his annual report. The report was carefully prepared, and brought out many in- teresting facts concerning our churches in a thought provoking fashion. The Treasurer, Mr. Chas. E. MacMichael, also gave his report, which was adopted. a
On recommendation of the Business Committee, the officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows : —
Chairman from Jan. 1, 1906, to Jan. 1, 1907 — Rev. George M. Whyte, Sheffield, N.B.
Secretary — Rev. J. W. Cox, B.A., Truro, N.S. Treasurer— Chas. E. MacMichael,^ St. John, N.B. Statistical Secretary — J. W. Flewelling, St. John, N.B.
THE UNION COMMITTEE.
The officers, with Revs. Moore, Purdon, Ball, Wilson, Pritch- ard. Rose, and Messrs. Willard Godfrey, H. A. Moaser, J. W. Jewett, H. S. James, Andrew Anthony, J. Philips, J. Whitman Waterman, Geo. Anthony, and Cyrus Fisher.
Gur Representative on the Executive Committee of the C. C. M. S.— Rev. J. W. Cox.
General Committee of the C. C. M. S.— Rev. W. S. Pritch- ard.
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Delegate to the Congregational Union of Ontario and Que- bec— Rev. W. S. Pritchard.
Union Preacher for 1906 — Rev. G. W. Ball. Alternate — Rev. I. Adams Rose.
At 4 p.m. there was brought forward as a subject for dis- cussion, "A Revival of Religion; Its Necessity, and How to Obtain it." Rev. Mr. Purdon introduced the subject in a brief but fervent address, which elicited much interest, but on ac- count of the narrow time limit justice could not be done to this most important subject.
Thursday Evening.
Rev. S. J. Wilson led the devotional service. There was a full house.
Rev. Mr. Main gave his retiring Chairman's address, the subject being, ' ' The Bible in the Home ; Its Influence on the Church and State."
Dr. Creehnan, of the C. C. C, then addressed the Union on "The Training of the Ministry." His address was scholarly and interesting, and made a fine impression upon the large audience.
A very interesting feature of this meeting was the welcome accorded Dr. Creelman, the honored representative of our Col- lege, by the members of our Union. "Dr. Crefelman," said the Chairman, in introducing him, "is not a stranger or foreigner, but one of ourselves, a child of Lower Selmah Church, of which church his parents were charter members, and his sainted father once the beloved secretary and deacon; and he is also a member of our Union, his name having been placed on our roll in 1901, where, we trust, it will remain for many years to come. ' '
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Friday Mosning.
Friday was the Field Day of the "Woman's Board.
At 9 a.m. a prayer meeting of deep spiritual interest was led by Mrs. Dearborn, of St. John. Many of the sisters par- ticipated. The brethren also joined heartily in the devotions, and all felt the hour too short to utter their heart's sincere praise.
At 10 a.m. and at 3 p.m. the Union Committee convened on Deacon Fancy 's shady lawn, and was ably assisted by the visiting brethren in the important deliberation of the sessions.
Friday Evening.
The President of the "Woman's Board, Mrs. Churchill Moore, presided.
The meeting was intensely interesting, and the missionary enthusiasm of the crowded audience rose to great heights duir- ing the address of Rev. J. K. Unsworth, who spoke on "The Heroism of Missions."
Saturday.
At 9 a.m. a splendid prayer meeting was held, led by Mr. Jas. W. Jewett.
At 10 a.m. business was resumed. The following recommen- dations of the Union Committee were adopted: —
1. That a Committee be appointed to co-operate with the Committee of the Congregational Union of Ontario and Que- bec, re the organization of a General Congregational Union of Canada. And that the said Committee be composed of Revs. C. S. Moore, Whyte, Pritchard, and Mr. C. E. MacMichael.
2. That Rev. Mr, Moore be the delegation to visit Economy, and if possible. Rev. Mr. Unsworth to accompany him, to as- certain the true condition of the church, and to extend to it the sympathy of the Union.
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3. That the matter of the Maitland Church property be left in the hands of the old Committee — Rev. A. W. Main, and Messrs. James Dimock and A. M. Anthony.
4. That the Union earnestly recommends that all our churches be urged to have all their properties adequately in- sured.
5. That a Committee be appointed to present a memorial to the churches, embodying the thought of this conference on the matter of the Forward Movement, and that the said Com- mittee be composed of Revs. Pritchard, Moore, Purdon, Uns- worth, and Dr. Creelman.
Rev. Mr. Pritchard submitted the following: —
6. Whereas our efforts on behalf of the Jubilee Fund have been so signally blessed of God, resulting in the lifting of the debts from most of our churches, leaving them ' ' free to serve ' ' ; whereas, we feel the time has come for a definite Forward Movement of our denomination in Canada. Resolved, (1) that each church hold a conference of its own members to consider ways and means by which they may best forward the work of Christ's Kingdom in their own locality; (2) that we urge upon our C. C. M. S. to put into effect at its earliest possible moment some definite plan for the furthering of • our denominational plan in Canada; (3) that a copy of these resolutions be for- warded to the Secretary of the C. C. M. S.
7. Whereas we have heard of the heroic and successful efforts of the Congregational Church at Margaree, C.B., in the erection of a new church, and have been asked to send a dele- gate to represent this Union in the dedication of their church; Resolved, that we extend our hearty greeting and congratula- tions to the church in Margaree, and that Rev. J. W. Cox, B.A., be our representative at the services of dedication.
At 10 30 we were all inspired and greatly encouraged by the
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addresses of Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.D., Chairman of the Con- gregational Union of Ontario and Quebec; Rev. W. T. Gunn, M.A., Travelling Secretary of the Jubilee Fund, and Rev. Dr. Creelman, of the C. C. C.
This meeting will live long in the memory of the members of the Union. It was an hour of supreme joy to many as they listened to the glowing account of God's visitation of His people in their bondage ; how He has delivered them and will yet de- liver, and how He bids them now "Go Forward" and possess their inheritance.
A practical paper was then read by Rev. Wm. Collins, of Brooklyn, N.S., on "Our Young Men in the Church and Sun- day School ; How to Retain Them There and Use Them for God.'-'
REV. SIMEON SYKES.
A letter was read by the" Secretary from Rev. Simeon Sykes, sending his greetings to the Union, and regretting his absence from the Union in Pleasant River, his old field of labor, where he was ordai[ned more than forty years ago. Mr. Sykes Jias lately passed his 77th birthday.
By motion it was resolved that the Secretary be instructed to write a letter of congratulation to Mr. Sykes on the occasion of his 77th jDirthday, and expressing to him and Mrs. Sykes the kind wishes of the Union.
Rev. A. W. Main reported briefly for the Committee on Church Union, he having been present at the meeting of the Joint Committee, held in Toronto December 23, 1904.
By motion it was resolved that the Committee of last year on Church Union be re-appointed. And that the name of Rev. W. S. Pritchard be substituted for that of Rev. J. M. Austin. And also that the sum of $25 be devoted toward defraying the travelling expenses of the said Committee.
Saturday afternoon was given up to recreation.
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Saturday Evening, 7.45
A bright praise service v^^as led by Mr. J. W. Flewelling.
Rev. S. W. Anthony spoke on ' ' The College ; Its Relation to the Churches." His address was carefully prepared, and was well received by the audience.
Rev. W. S. Pritchard, B.D., then gave an address on "Our Place and Work in the Nation as Congregationalists. " It was a strong address, and exceedingly appropriate for "such a time as this."
Rev. W. T. Gunn, M.A., followed in a happy way, capti- vating his hearers and lifting their thoughts with his into the Love of God and the joy of doing His will.
THE COLLEGE RESOLUTION.
On recommendation of the Business Committee, it was resolved, that we, the members of the Congregational Union of N.S. and N.B., do hereby express our appreciation of Rev. Harlan Creelman, Ph.D., as representative of the C. C. C, and we are assured that his earnest and eloquent addresses, as well as his genial presence with us, will be the means of giving us fresh zeal and interest on behalf of the College ; and that we are fully determined to go back to our various churches to strive as never before to bring the interests of our College before our people, so that, if possible, more men and money may be forth- coming for its classes and material support; and to make spe- cial prayer that the right man may be obtained without delay to fill the Chair of Systematic Theology made vacant by the much regretted resignation of Professor Lyman.
REV. A. W. MAIN.
On recommendation of the Business Committee, it was re- solved, That whereas we have learned with regret that our Chair- man, Rev. A. W. Main, has accepted a call to the Point St.
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Charles Congregational Church, Montreal, and expects to leave his present field in Lower Selmah early in August ; • and that this Union has been greatly benefited by his presence, and by the wise and impartial way that he has filled the office of Chair- man, thereby enabling us to do the work of our Union smoothly and well. We therefore desire to express the sincere thanks of the Union to our brother, and wish him godspeed in the work to which we believe he has been divinely called.
PROGRAMME COMMITTEE.
A Programme Committee was appointed, consisting of Rev. J. W. Cox and Rev. S. W. Anthony.
The Chairman of the Union, carrying out the recommen- dation of the Business Committee in appropriate language, ex- pressed the thanks of the Union to the people of Pleasant River for their generous hospitality.
By motion it was resolved that at the .close of the Sunday evening service the Union stand adjourned to meet in Milton, Queen's County, on Wednesday after the first Sunday of July, 1906.
Sunday, July, 9th.
At 10.30 public worship was held. A very large audience assembled. Rev. Geo. M. Whyte, of Sheffield, N.B., was the Union preacher. The text was from John 4:10, "Jesus an- swered and said unto her : If thou knewest the gift of God and who it is that saith unto thee, Give me to drink, thou wouldst have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water."
The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was observed, the pas- tor. Rev. I. A. Rose, presiding, assisted by Revs. Purdon, Uns- worth, and Gunn.
At 3 p.m. the Sunday school mass meeting was held. Stir- ring addresses were made by Revs. Pritchard, Gunn and
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Anthony.
At 7.30 there was an overflowing house. The preacher was Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.D., of Hamilton. The text was, Psalm 139: 18, "When I am awake I am still with thee." The sermon was powerful and wonderfully inspiring.
Thus closed the meetings of the Union. The best of all in its history, in attendance, in enthusiasm, and spiritual help- fulness.
J. W. Cox, Secretary.
Canada Congregational Missionary Society
OFl^ICERS AND COMMITTEES FOR 1905-1906
PRESIDENT MR. CHARLES GUSHING, B.C.L. - - Montreal, Que.
SECRETARY
REV. W. Mcintosh - - 285 McLeod St., Ottawa, Ont.
HONORARY SECRETARY ^ .
REV. E. MUNSON HILL, D.D. - - Montreal, Que. '"^
EDUCATIONAL SECRETARY
REV. J. LAMBERT ALEXANDER - - Granby, Que.
TREASURER
MR. CHAS. R. BLACK Bank of Toronto Chambers, Montreal, Que.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
THE OFFICERS, with
REV. MATTHEW KELLY - - Western District
MR. HENRY O'HARA - - - Central District
REV. HUGH PEDLEY - - - Quebec District
REV. A. W. MAIN and MR. J. W. FLEWWELLING N. S. & N. B.
GENERAL COMMITTEE — THE EXECUTIVE, WITH
REV. J. B. SILCOX
" D. C. MCINTOSH
" H. F. THOMAS
" W. H. WARRINER
" F. J. DAY
. " E. D. SILCOX
" F. B. HARRISON
" WM. MUNROE V
" W. H. A. CLARIS
" J. T. DALEY
" R. J. DRYSDALE
" W. R. HARVEY
REV. C. E. BOLTON
" A. F. POLLOCK
" R. G. WATT
" G. H. CRAIK
MR. B. W. ROBERTSON
" T. B. MACAULAY
" THOMAS MOODIE
" H. J. ROSS
" W. H. WOODLEY
" W. MCCARTNEY
" C. I. SPENCER
" W. H. SMITH
AUDITORS MR. E. A. "HANNA MR. A. McA. MURPHY
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NOTICE..
It is bcoming more than ever a practice among Christian people to recognize the Lord's portion in their Last Wills and Testaments, whereby, though they be dead, they speak and act in the furtherance of Missionary, Educational and Benevolent objects. American Congregationalists are among the most wise and generous in this day, and have left legacies of blessings for succeeding generations. Among the members of our Congrega- tional churches in Canada, there have also been those who have followed a likewise generous course.
For the guidance of those who may desire to make like be- quests, the following legal form is subjoined. The amount be- queathed may be devoted specially to the Church Extension and Building Fund, in which case the income would only be used, or may be given for the general purposes of the Society.
FORM FOR A BEQUEST.
I give and bequeath to the Canada Congregational Mission- ary Society, incorporated by the Parliament of the Dominion of
Canada, A.D. 1855, the sum of $ out of my estate,
to be paid without any charge or deduc- tion whatever; and I direct that the receipt of the Secretary and Treasurer of the Society shall constitute and be a sufficient discharge thereof.
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CONSTITUTION.
ARTICLE I. — NAME.
This Corporation shall be called ''The Canada Congrega- tional Missionary Society," and shall conduct its operations within the limits of the Dominion of Canada.
article II. — OBJECTS.
The objects of this Society shall be as set forth in the Act of Incorporation, namely, to plant and to foster Congregational Churches in suitable localities; to aid churches in sustaining their pastors where required.
article hi. — membership.
All persons being members or adherents of Congregational Churches, paying two dollars annually into the funds of the Society, shall be members, and those who suhscrihe at one time tiventy dollars or more, shall be life members. Churches sub- scribing annually ten dollars or more, may be represented at the annual meeting of the Society by one delegate, and churches subscribing fifty dollars or more may be represented by two dele- gates. Each Auxiliary branch contributing annually to the funds of the Society ten dollars or more, may be represented by cne delegate. The above mentioned subscribers and delegates shall constitute the membership of the Corporation.
article _iv. — officers and committees.
The officers of the Society shall be a President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, a Superintendent and two Auditors, and an Edu- cational Secretary may also be appointed. The Standing Com- mittees shall be a General Committee and an Executive Com-
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mittee. These officers and committees shall be appointed at the annual meeting of the Society, and shall all be members of the Corporation. The General Committee shall consist of the Pre- sident, Secretary, Treasurer, Superintendent and Educational Secretary, and not more than twenty-five members. The Execu- tive Committee shall be composed of the President, the Secre- tary, the Treasurer, the Superintendent, the Honorary Secre- tary, the Educational Secretary, and one member from each District Association within the_bounds of the operations of the Society, who may be nominated by the Association.
ARTICLE V. — DUTIES OP OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES.
The President shall preside at all meetings of the Society and its Committees, when practicable, and shall seek to promote the general interest of the Society's work.
The Secretary shall have charge of the books and correspon- dence of the Society, shall call the meetings of the Society and its Committees, and shall exhibit the records of the proceedings at each meeting.
The Treasurer shall have charge of the funds of the Society, disbursing them as directed by the General or Executive Com- mittee, and shall present annually a full account of all receipts and disbursements.
The Superintendent shall be under the direction of the Exe- cutive Committee, to whom he shall report quarterly, visit the churches of the Congregational order within the bounds of the Society's operations with a view of deepening their interest in its work, and of securing liberal contributions for the Society, and shall explore new mission fields, secure missionaries for vacant churches, and have a general oversight of the interests and work of the Society.
The Auditors shall examine the accounts of the Society when required, and make an annual audit of the Treasurer's books previous to the annual meeting of the Society.
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The General Committee shall exercise all the corporate pow- ers of the Society, have charge of annual mission grants made to the churches, examine, employ and direct all the missionaries of the Society, and have a general supervision of its affairs. They shall present a report of the work of the Society at each of its annual meetings.
The Executive Committee shall have full charge and power for the administration of the affairs of the Society during the interval between the annual meetings of the General Commit- tee; shall receive all applications from churches for aid from the Society, and report thereon to the General Committee, to whom they shall make an annual report of their proceedings.
ARTICLE VI. — MEETINGS.
The Corporation shall meet annually on the first Wednesday after the first Sunday in June, at the place where the Congre- gational Union of Ontario and Quebec assembles. A public an- nual missionary meeting shall be held on the evening of the next day. Special meetings for the despatch of special business may be called by the Executive Committee at such time and place as may be deemed desirable, provided that a month's notice be given be deemed desirable, provided that a month's notice be given thereof. The General Committee shall hold their meeting at the same time and place as the Corporation, at the call of the Secretary; and the Executive Committee shall hold their quar- terly meeting at the time and place it may be agreed upon.
ARTICLE VII.^ — CHURCH EXTENSION AND BUILDING FUND.
All sums of money specially collected, given or bequeathed for the purpose, together with the proceeds received from the sale of disused church property, shall form a Church Extension and Building Fund, which shall be invested by the Corporation, who may apply the income thereof, by the General or the Execu- tive Committee, by the way of loans, or otherwise, for the organi-
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zation of churches in new fields, and for the erection or enlarge- ment of places of worship where they may be required.
ARTICLE VIII. AUXILIARY SOCIETIES.
Auxiliary branches of this Society may be formed in chur- ches and localities, to co-operate in the work of the Society. Each branch shall, at least one month previous to the annual meeting of the Society, make an annual report to the Secretary, and send to the Treasurer all funds collected on its behalf.
ARTICLE IX. — MISSIONARIES.
Each missionary in the employment of this Society must be a regularly accredited member of a Congregational Church, and shall endeavor faithfully to promote all the interests of the Con- gregational denomination in Canada. He shall send to the Sec- retary a quarterly statement of his work, and furnish such sta- tistical returns as may be called for.
ARTICLE X. — MISSIONS.
Each church requiring a missionary grant by the General Committee must make application therefor through the Secre- tary, at least one month previous to the annual meeting of the Society, according to the printed forms provided, in which a certificate to the eect that all previous pledges of support to its pastor have been fulfilled, shall be inserted. Churches aided by this Society are required to make an annual collection for the funds and to keep their property sufi^iciently insured; and such churches acquiring property shall have inserted in the Trust Deed a clause providing that in case the church shall at any time be disbanded or cease to exist, the property shall re- vert to the Society.
ARTICLE XI. RECEIVING AND DISMISSING PASTORS.
Churches aided by this Society are required, as far as prae-
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ticable, in the settlement and dismissal of pastors, to carry out the recommendations passed by the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec, in 1876, in relation to Councils. In cases where this is impracticable, the sanction of the Executive Com- mittee must be obtained before a settlement or dismissal of a pastor is consummated.
ARTICLE XII. — CONVEYING PROPERTY.
The President, Treasurer and Secretary, or any two of them, shall be the duly authorized persons on behalf of the Corpora- tion to convey real estate, and to discharge mortgages; and the Treasurer shall be the duly authorized person, on behalf of the. Corporation, to accept conveyances of real estate, and to receive mortgages. The Treasurer shall aix the Cfforporation seal to all documents which may require it.
ARTICLE XIII — AMENDING THE CONSTITUTION.
This Constitution may be altered or amended by a vote of two-thirds of the members present at any annual meeting of the Society, one day 's notice having previously been given of the proposed amendment, in writing.
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MINUTES OP THE FIFTY-SECOND ANNUAL MEETING
OF THE CANADA CONGREGATIONAL
MISSIONARY SOCIETY.
The annual meeting of the Canada Congregational Mission- ary Society was held in Bond Street Church, Toronto, on "Wed- nesday, June 7th, 1905.
The President, Mr. Charles Cushing, took the chair at 11 jD 'clock a.m.
The Rev. John Brown, D.D., the delegate from the Colonial Society, was introduced. Rev. G. H. Craik, Waterville, Que., was appointed Minute Secretary.
The Secretary, Rev. W. Mcintosh, presented the annual report. Another report of the Educational Secretary, Rev. F. J. Day, was read.
In the absence of the Treasurer, Mr. Charles R. Black, his report was read by the Secretary.
It was, on the motion of Rev. Hugh Pedley, and seconded by Rev. W. T. Gunn, Resolved, That the thanks of the Society be extended to the Colonial Missionary Society for their very generous financial support granted, to our Society during the past years, and for their interest in our churches, manifested by the presence with us of their fraternal delegate, Rev. John Brown, D.D.
It was moved by Rev. E. D. Silcox, and seconded by Mr. Joselin, and carried. That the reports now read be received and adopted, and that the following be the officers and committees for the ensuing year:
President, Mr. Charles Cushing; Secretary, Rev. W. Mc- intosh; Hon. Secretary, Rev. Dr. Hill; Educational Secretary, Rev. J. Lambert Alexander; Treasurer, Mr. C. R. Black.
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Executive Committee: Rev. M. Kelly, Mr. Henry O'Hara, Rev. Hugh Pedley, Rev. A. W. Main, and Mr. J. W. Flew- welling.
General Committee: Revs. J. B. Silcox, D. C. Mcintosh, H. F. Thomas, W. H. Warriner, F. J. Day, E. D. Silcox, F. B. Harrison, Wm. Munroe, W. H. A. Claris, J. T. Daly, R. J. Drysdale, W. R. Harvey, C. E. Bolton, A. F. Pollock, R. G. Watt, G. H. Craik; Messrs. B. W. Robertson, T. B. Macaulay, Thomas Moodie, H. J. Ross, W. H. Woodley, W. McCartney, C. J. Spencer, W. H. Smith.
It was on motion Resolved, That the thanks of the Society be tendered to the Yi/'oman's Board for their assistance in con- tributing so generously to the funds of the Society.
On motion Resolved, That the thanks of the Society be tend- ered A. McA. Murphy and A. E. Hanna for their efficient ser- vices as auditors, and that they be appointed for the ensuing year.
Meeting adjourned.
Thursday, June 8th, 11 a.m.
The adjourned meeting of the C. C. M. S. was held, the President in the chair.
The minutes were read and approved, when it was moved by Dr. Hill, and seconded by Dr. Warriner, that on the depart- ure of Rev. F. J. Day, B.A., B.D.^ for a year of study in Great Britain, that we express our gratitude to him for the valuable service he has given our Society in many capacities, but espe- cially for the skill and ingenuity he has shown in the office of Educational Secretary during the year he has filled that position. We further recommend him to British societies and churches as
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a trusted and well informed representative. — Carried unanim- ously.
The meeting closed by prayer.
G. H. Craik,
Minute Secretary.
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FIFTY-SECOND ANNUAL REPORT C. C. M. S.
The second year of our jubilee effort has been a strenuous one, demanding to the utmost our energies and monopolizing our thoughts and plans. It is therefore cause for gratitude to our Heavenly Father that your Committee can present as encouraging a report as this fifty-second report is. There ar« times when great financial and numerical expansion may not be evidence of great effort or self-denial, and there are years when to hold our own is proof of heroic service. With all the press- ure of extra burdens, we have done a great deal more than hold our own in our Home Missionary operations. And what that has meant in the past year to some of our churches will only be fully known at the last day. I wish it were possible to take this audience' into every field where your money is sent, and let you see what is being done, or even that it were possible for me to give yo a picture of each church within the limits of this re-' port. I might not thrill you with a recital of deeds of daring, nor enthuse you with the returns of great numerical success, but I am confident that you would be interested and encouraged as never before, and that interest would reveal itself in enlarged gifts and more earnest prayer for the success of the work.
Maritime Peovinces — A Brief Glance.
In the Maritime Provinces we have fifteen churches to some extent dependent on help from this Society, and all are served by our own pastors. The tone of the churches is more hopeful than a year ago, from the fact that all but one are supplied with pastors. The important church in Yarmouth, one of our best, a good friend of our Society, has" been vacant since last Decem- ber. It is the leading church of our Order in Nova Scotia, and
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offers a good opening for. an energetic man who wishes a self- supporting charge. Margaree, C.B., was supplied till the autumn by our honored brother, Rev. Robert Hay, who did much to hearten the people, who had been nearly two years pastorless. Mr. Hay could not spend another winter so far from his family home, and on his removal we were fortunate in securing Rev. S. J. Wilson, from Belfast, Ireland. Mr. Wilson is young and energetic, and is infusing some of his vigor into the people, who are in the rush of building a church and Sun- day School Hall, and hope to have both ready for use by the coming autumn, and both free from debt. It is one of the regions where race suicide has not yet made its appearance, so there is little fear of the church dying out. We are sorry to report that we have been as yet unable to enter the city of Sydney, because of the scarcity of money and suitable men.
Truro has had a year of trial. Rev. J. W. Cox was for more than half the year laid aside by severe illness, yet is now back at work with much of his wonted vigor, and evidence of the Divine blessing is not wanting. Eight have been received into membership on profession of faith.
Pleasant River is happy in the settlement of Mr. I. A. Rose, one of this year 's graduates from our college. Your Secretary had the honor of preaching the sermons at the dedication of a very beautiful church last July. Think of it! a people in a country district without a pastor for two years, keeping to- gether and erecting a house of worship, and having it dedi- cated free of debt, fully furnished, even to a bell, whose sweet tones invite to worship the neighborhood for miles around. This they did with the very little, aid your Society was able to afford. The mining industry is growing, and we are confi- dent that under the energetic ministry of our young brother the church will soon be able to pay its own way.
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Liverpool — Rev. G. "W. Ball is still the honored pastor of Liverpool, where, for eleven years, he has ministered with ac- ceptance, steadily growing in public esteem. The last year has been a trying one to both pastor and church. Returning from the Union meetings in New Brunswick last July, Mr. Bell met with an accident from a runaway team that came near ending his life. Those of us who were on the spot thought his days of work were over. He has, however, recovered, but only after- months of suffering. Then the past winter being phenomen- ally severe, the peculiar industry of the town — ship repairing — was much interfered with, and so the income decreased. But the brethren are hopeful and rally around their pastor. A small grant will be necessary for another year. Mr. S. W. Anthony has settled in Milton, and Rev. "W. Collings is doing good work in Brooklin and Beach Meadows.
Ghebogue, the third oldest church of our Order in Ganada, goes from our list as an aided church, but not from close and sympathetic touch with the Society. The population had so scattered, at least that part of it on which we could depend for support, that it seemed to many of your Gommittee to be our duty to witlidraw from the field. But there were still faithful souls who labored and gave to keep alive the old church, not only for what it had done, but for the sake of needy souls who came in, and to whom no other church in the district was so well fitted to minister. Your Gommittee continued the small grant, and now have the joy of seeing the church become the legatee of $20,000 from one, who while not a member, gave this goodly sum because it was his mother's church. We are confident that the friends there will not settle down to the selfish enjoyment of their good fortune, but will continue their oldtime effort, and use the money to extend the Master's Kingdom.
The extended field on the Gobiquid Bay, on which Rev. A.
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W. Main has spent four years, continues to grow in strength and interest.
KiNGSPORT is still under the care of Rev. D. W. Purdon, and has with great courage and perseverance built a parsonage, much to the comfort and encouragement of the pastor.
Of the nineteen churches, with eight out-stations in the Province of Quebec, but three are in receipt of missionary aid, while every church contributes, and most of them largely, to our missionary work. And of these three, two are provided for specially by legacy, so that only one church draws from our funds. Old Quebec shows up well in comparison.
The receipts from Quebec are, from subscriptions and in- vested funds, over a dollar per member, while those from On- tario are under twenty cents. Your Secretary notes these things as a pastor of an Ontario church.
Ayres Cliff has had a change of name as well as a change of pastor. After the departure of Mr. Eose, Student Hindley supplied during the summer with much acceptance, which is uniformly the case with our students. I wish we had more of them. Rev. C. S. Pedley has supplied the church since January, and having received a call to the pastorate, has settled in what we hope will be a long and successful pastorate.
Rev. George Skinner is still at Fitch Bay.
Rev. W. R. Harvey has resigned from Point St. Charles to accept a call to Rock Island. This church is sadly handi- capped by the want of a proper building. It is next to im- possible to build up a city church without a suitable plant.
Franklin Centre is supplied by Student Tippett, as is Amherst Park, Montreal, by a student.
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The scarcity of men has left some of our Ontario churclics pastorless, yet we have been able to make some settlements, a:i<i these have been prosperous.
In Ottawa, Zion, Rev. H. I. Horsey has served for ten years including student supply, and holds a large place in the hearts of his people. Severe illness has interfered with his work dar- ing the past winter, yet the church has gone on. A much- needed addition to the building has been secured by the gener- ous gift of Mr. J. B. Burland of $1,000, and $500 from the church extension branch of your Society, to which is added the splendid effort of the people to help themselves. The church is now in a position to go forward. They will soon reduce the amount of grant asked for from your treasury.
Kingston. — Calvary has had a year of progress. Fifteen have been added to the church, but the helpful influence of both church and pastor is wider than figures can convey to us. Rev. Geo. A. Lowes, the pastor, has been in much demand for evange- listic work and has been so successful in the work that he is con- vinced that his duty lies in giving his whole time to it, to the giving up of his pastorate. This will be for the consideration of your new Committee, and a man is needed for Calvary.
CoBOURG AND CoLD SPRINGS. — This field has been under the pastoral care of Rev. A. Margett for a year and a half. Cobourg church was re-opened and has grown steadily since.- It needs the care of the present pastor and the help of the Society for some time yet. They are paying off all their debt and making some necessary repairs, which together amount to $1,250. This is good work. Granted a continuance of the present arrange- ment and the future of the church is assured. Cold Springs church decided last fall to continue the union with Cobourg, and is building new sheds, and bought an organ, thus incurring an outlay of $600. Student Anthony gave good help last sum-
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mer, and Mr. Pierce takes the work this summer. With Cobourg it is a heavy charge for one man.
BowMANviLLE. — Rev. W. Hipkin has been in charge since December last, and arrangements are being made for his instal- lation. The faithful band is full of hope and courage. Mr. Hipkin 's ministrations are of a high order, and the church is once more getting a grip on the community. A grant will be needed here for a few years to come.
Toronto, Zion, had a grant the past year and may need a continuance of even a larger one the ensuing year. Old Zion has been a good friend of our Society in the past, and we hope she will soon regain her oldtime vigor and honorable position in the Queen City.
Alton. — Rev. A. R. Schrag has served the church for a year, having settled as soon as he was graduated, and a good year's work has been done. A parsonage is on the way, which will be ready for occupation ere winter sets in, and is already provided for, so no shadow of debt will dim its parlors.
Barrie has been dependent on such supplies as could be ob- tained since losing their pastor. Rev. C. S. Pedley, in January. Student Hindley is now in charge for the summer.
Stratford has had a change of pastor. Rev. J. P. Gerrie has returned to his old charge. Rev. G. A. McKenzie having sup- plied Forest for a few months goes to Bethel, Kingston. Mr. Gerrie is at home in Stratford, and is in the way of steady pro- gress. The fluctuations in business in the town have been try- ing, and, as might be expected, interfere with the income of the church. These will soon pass away.
Passing on to Manitoba and the Northwest: Brandon grows steadily each year and reduces the grant under the leadership of Rev. T. A. Munro. As it is difficult to get a house for the
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY QI
minister, so the friends are making an effort to build one. This will greatly add to the strength of the cause. Mr. Munro is our superintendent for the Northwest and British Columbia, and has rendered valuable service to the Society.
The Welsh settlement at Saltcoats, Assa., is still under the pastoral care of Eev. W. T. Morris. Two buildings are needed, and steps are to be taken soon to obtain them.
The interesting Scandinavian field of Wetaskiwin is grow- ing. A second man has been secured, and the work will now be more vigorously pushed. Eev. G. A. Sanden will continue to have charge of the whole field, and the young man will work un- der his direction.
We ought to begin in Edmonton. The town is growing fast, and unlike the mining towns, there is no question as to its per- manency. The same is true of Calgary and several other cen- tres.
Nelson. — The changes in mining interests have militated against the growth of the town. Indeed, it has gone back, and so our cause there has suffered. It has ever been a. difficult field, and the difficulty of getting men fully fitted for the work has been great. Rev. E. H. Holman has retired from the work, and now has left the country. Your Committee decided to sell the property and close up the work; but as the Colonial Society has aided us so liberally in the outlay, we wrote to the Secre- tary, sending a copy of our Superintendent's report before tak- ing action. As yet we have no reply; the Secretary is doubt- less consulting the Committee.
As both churches in Vancouver are self-supporting, they do not report to us; but both are doing good work.
Victoria.— On the resignation of Rev. R. B. Blyth, Rev. H. A. Carson went out a year ago. It has been a year of quiet
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and steady progress. The people are taking hold of the debt with a will, and when they are free, with their beautiful house of worship and energetic young pastor, may look for a good account of the Victoria church.
On the whole our Missionary Churches are doing splendid work and have the upward look of hope and courage.
The thanks of the Society are due to the Colonial Mission- ary Society for their continued and generous support, and now crowning that support with the honor of such a representative as Rev. John Brown, D.D., now with us. This is true imperial- ism.
I cannot close this report without reference to the removal from our midst of one who was our first Superintendent, and for many years the efficient Secretary of this Society, and whose deep interest in it never abated. His last thoughts were of our churches, and out of his very moderate estate, left $100 to our funds. We shall miss the kindly face of our brother, Rev. John Wood. Others have gone from our ranks, of whom suitable men- tion will be made, but his close connection with all our mis- sionary operations calls for affectionate reference here.
All of which is respectfully submitted,
W. McIntosh,
Secretary.
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY ' g^
EEPORT OF EDUCATIONAL SECRETART.
In presenting this report it is intended that it shall outline the general features of the work of two years, as no formal re- port was made at the last meeting of the corporation.
During the first year of office the work undertaken by your Secretary embraced a weekly correspondence for "The Can- adian Congregationalist/ ' the preparation and publication of the pamphlet "Our Scandinavian Missions," the preparation of the illustrated lecture on "A Century of Congregationalism in the Province of Quebec," the issuing of a special circular to all the ministers re the annual collection, and the despatching of the usual supply of envelopes; and in addition to this con- siderable correspondence in answer to inquiries concerning vari- ous features of the general work.
During the second year much the same work has been re- quired but on a somewhat larger scale.
The correspondence for our weekly organ has been more regu- larly and systematically maintained, largely for the reason that with the marked improvement in the paper it has offered one of the most valuable means of communication with the various churches. As far as possible all items of interest that have reached the Secretary concerning the work in our mission fields have been duly chronicled, but it has often been very hard work to secure these. A series of illustrated articles has been pre- pared, including sketches of the following churches: Franklin Centre, Victoria, Ottawa (Welcome Zion), Melbourne, Wet- askiwin, Liverpool, Keswick Ridge, Brandon, Kingston (Cal- vary), and Margaree. Special articles concerning our Welsh work have also appeared in the re-publication of a letter from Rev. W. T. Morris that formerly appeared in the Winnipeg
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"Tribune," and also a history of the colony prepared by our missionary.
The illustrated lecture on "A Century of Congregational- ism in the Province of Quebec ' ' has been delivered by the Secre- tary at Ulverton, Danville and Ayer's Cliff, and by Rev. R. G. Watt at Melbourne. In the latter case the original purpose in view in the preparation of the lecture was best served, i.e., that is should be used in local centres by the pastors themselves. The manuscript is written in full and the slides are all ready for use.
In preparation for the annual collection a special circular was prepared for distribution among the churches. Two other circulars were also issued, one to the ministers and one to the Superintendents and Secretaries of the Sunday Schools, the lat- ter having special reference to an offering from the scholars for the "Wetaskiwin work. Special envelopes for both the church and Sunday School collections were prepared and distributed.
The work of special correspondence in reply to inquiries has greatly increased during the past year. This has been extremely significant of the place that must be filled by the Educational and Information Department. Frequent inquiries have come for information for use in missionary meetings and special ap- peals. In a number of instances additional copies of "Our Scandinavian Missions" have been asked for. Advice has been sought concerning special work to be undertaken. All of which goes to show that this department fills a long-felt want, and that with its still further development it will serve a large pur- pose in awakening interest and stimulating activity.
In response to a special appeal through "The Congregation- alist" a Swedish pulpit Bible was kindly donated to our church at Wetaskiwin by Mr. Wiekson, of Olivet Church, Toronto. If he had waited a day or so longer he would have been too late to have this honor, as the ladies of Calvary Church, Montreal,
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY 95
almost immediately afterwards intimated their wish to supply the need. A request for an organ has yet to be answered.
Concerning the future of the Department it cannot be too strongly urged that every effort be made to strengthen it and to enlarge its usefulness. Every cent spent on it is money well invested. The work ought to be in the hands of someone who has a great deal of time to devote to it. If a Superintendent is secured it should be fully under his supervision. Only through thorough information will our churches be aroused to enthus- iastic interest. And only as enthusiasm is widespread will our policy become well defined and aggressive.
Frank J. Day,
Educational Secretary.
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TREASURER'S REPORT.
The financial statements herewith submitted show that the General Mission Fund, which closed with a deficit last year of $552, shows a surplus this year of $667.
The church subscriptions from Ontario and Quebec, as com- pared with last year, give a net increase of $313, showing by districts as follows:
Ontario Western, increase $ 39
Ontario Central, decrease $88
Ontario Eastern, increase 100
Quebec, increase 262
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick are credited with a consid- erable increase, but $275 of this increase belonged to the previ- ous year, being the Women's Board subscriptions for 1904, received too late' for entry in last year's statement.
In this connection it is greatly to be regretted that the two largest churches of our Order in the Dominion are not repre- sented in our list. This should surely be rectified.
Our receipts from legacies this year are considerably in ex- cess of last year; principally from a legacy by the late Mr. Thomas Shapley, of Torquay, England, who was, thirty years ago, a member of Zion Church, Montreal, and left, under his will, two hundred pounds to the Society, netting nearly $900. In a letter to the Treasurer shortly before his death, he indi- cated that his interest in the Society was attributable to his loved pastor, the late Dr. Wilkes ; and that though he had left Montreal more than thirty years, he still retained his interest in the Society.
The late Rev. John Wood, first Missionary Superintendent,
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and later Secretary, left $100, to be given to the Society at his death.
The hearty thanks of the Society are due to the Colonial Missionary Society and to the Women's Board of Missions for Hieir continued financial help; also to the Society's auditors for tfeeir services.
Respectfully submitted,
Charles R. Black,
Montreal, May 31st, 1905. Treasurer.
RECEIPTS
|
Gs.sh on hand, June 1st, 1904 |
f 4»9I9 16 |
|
^^ssans repaid |
11,431 88 |
|
S-Svenue account |
?,322 17 |
|
^oAam Trust Revenue ... |
S48 8s |
|
^ijntributions |
5,086 62 |
|
Goionial Missionary Society |
1,228 61 |
|
.^^jsecial Receipts on account property |
^8; 42 |
|
DISBURSEMENTS. Loans |
$26,922 71 $ 8,0^0 iq |
|
Sraiits and Special Payments |
7,670 1=; |
|
Special Payments on account property . ...... |
879 60 |
|
Shartleff Mission Fund |
250 20 |
|
Cfenrch Extension and Building Fund Gei^eral Expenses |
30 00 6q8 at, |
|
Sailaace |
8,464 14 |
$26,922 71
THE GENERAL MISSION FUND.
RECEIPTS. Gotttributions —
British Columbia $ 49 00
Alberta 20 00
Manitoba 50 00
Ontario— Western District $ 352 68
" Central District 295 95
" Eastern District 39989
^ 1,048 52
7
98 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
Quebec I,2ol ll
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick 609 61
$ 2,978 24
Legacies 993 77
Personal subscriptions 464 00
Collection at annual meeting 16 41
1,474 18
C. C. W. Board of Missions 634 20
Gorham Trust Revenue 548 85
Colonial Missionary Society 1,228 61
1,777 46
Shurtleff Mission Fund, Revenue i,945 4®
C. E. and B. Fund, Revenue 500 OO
Special Interest 45 ^
),355 09
DISBURSEMENTS.
Balance due Treasurer, June 1st, 1904 $ 552 06
Paid for Grants —
British Columbia 1, 551 06
Alberta 325 00
Manitoba 1,087 50
Ontario— Western District $ 425 75
Central District 520 49
" Eastern District 1,267 50
2,213 74
Quebec 187 50
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick 1,220 15
. Ayer's Cliff and district 1,010 20
Missionary Superintendent North-West, 6 months 75 00
7.670 15- General Expenses —
Executive, Travelling 65 05
Administration 200 00
"Congregationalist" 250 00
"Year Book" 57 75
Educational Secretary's Expenses 77 48
Printing, postage, stationery, etc 48 ^5
698 43
Less 1-3 charged to C.E. & B.F. & G.R.E. Fund 232 81
465 62
Balance 667 26
$9,355 09
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY Og,
SHURTLEFF MISSION FUND— REVENUE ACCOUNT
RECEIPTS
Interest from Investments $ 2,195 61
DISBURSEMENTS
G. M. Fund for Grants to Ayer's Cliff and district $1,010 20
G. M. Fund for General Distribution 935 21
Administration and Legal Costs , 250 20
$2,195 61
CHURCH EXTENSION AND BUILDING FUND- REVENUE Account
RECEIPTS
Balance, June 1st, 1904 $ 370 go
Interest f ro\Ti Investments 988 56
$1,359 46 DISBURSEMENTS
One-sixth of General Expenses $ 116 41
Insurance, etc. , re property 30 00
Transferred to G. M. Fund, for special gift to W.-Ziun, Ottawa... 500 00 Balance 713 05
$1,359 46
GEORGE ROBERTSON EVANGELISTIC FUND- REVENUE ACCOU-^T
RECEIPTS
Balance, June 1st, 1904 $1,093 17
Interest from Investments 43 1 94
$1,525 ir DISBURSEMENTS
One-sixth of General Expenses $ 116 40
Bal ance 1, 408 7 1
$1,525 II CHARLES R. BLACK, Treasurer
Audited and found correct.
A. McA. MURPHY, \ , ,.,
- A. E. HANNA, j ^"^''^ors
Montreal, May 31st, 1905.
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SUMMARY OF SUBSCRIPTIONS.
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Victoria, for 1904 $ 25 00
Victoria, for 1905 24 00
$ 49 00 ALBERTA
Emmanuel lO 00
Elim 10 00
$ 20 00
MANITOBA
Brandon $ 50 00
ONTARIO— WESTERN DISTRICT
Belwood $ 5 53
Brantford 41 25
Burford , 3 00
Embro, for 1904 29 00
Fergus 4 00
Forest, Central 14 14
Frome, for 1904 5 00
Garafraxa, First 635
Guelph 3094
Hamilton, First 6240
Hamilton, Imnianuel lO 85
Kincardine, for 1904 and 1905 36 40
Lake Shore 3 lO
London, First 873
New Durham 13 25
Scotland 14 22
Plympton 3 00
Speedside, for 1904 and 1905 850
Stratford 20 00
St. Catharines 6 27
Tilbury ^ 18 cto
' Warwick, Zion .' 875
$ 352 68
ONTARIO— CENTRAL DISTRICT
Alton 405
Barrie 27 00
Bowman villa 24 00
Edgar 16 00
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY lOI
Georgetown and Churchill 2435
Pine Grove 205
Toronto, Broadview 350
Toronto, Northern 108 35
Toronto, Olivet 7 5^
Toronto, Western 5240
Toronto, Zion 1500
Rugby II 75
$ 295 9S
ONTARIO— EASTERN DISTRICT
Cobourg, 1904 and 1905
Kingston, First, for 1904
Kingston, Bethel
Kingston, Calvary
Lanark, Zion
Maxville
Middleville, 1904 and 1905 ......
Hopetown
Rosetta .•
Ottawa, First
Ottawa, Welcome Zion
QUEBEC
|
$ 40 25 |
|
4 15 |
|
16 23 |
|
3438 |
|
36 95 |
|
67 85 |
|
31 87 |
|
8 29 |
|
9 75 |
|
135 17 |
|
15 00 |
I 399 89
Ayers'Cliff $ lO 88
Boynton
Brigham
Cowansville
FitchBay
Danville
Granby
Montreal, Emmanuel
Montreal, Calvary
Montreal, Zion..
Montreal, Point St. Charles
Montreal, Westmount
Melbourne
Sherbrooke
St. Andrews, I904 and 1905
Stanstead, South
Ulverton
Waterville, 1904 and 1905 ......
$1201 II
|
3 |
17 |
|
7 |
50 |
|
60 |
92 |
|
7 70 |
|
|
17 95 |
|
|
94 |
60 |
|
431 |
64 |
|
144 25 |
|
|
31 |
05 |
|
■ 25 |
GO |
|
30 |
GO |
|
46 05 |
|
|
142 75 |
|
|
60 |
00 |
|
16 |
75 |
|
19 40 |
|
|
51 |
50 |
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NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK
|
Beach Meadows, for 1904 |
$ 25 00 22 00 |
|
Brooklyn, 1904 and 1905 |
|
|
Chebogne, for 1904 Bear Island |
• 13 41 |
|
I 00 |
|
|
Economy, 1904 and 1905 |
^^06 |
|
Keswick Ridge, 1904 and 1905 |
?I -ic, |
|
Kingsport |
30 60 |
|
Liverpool |
15 68 |
|
Lower Selmah ..... ... . |
22 95 |
|
Lower Queensbury :.. |
4 QO |
|
Milton |
2075 10 00 6 60 |
|
Maitland Margaree |
|
|
Noel for 1904 and 1905 |
21 ^0 |
|
Pleasant River |
8 47 |
|
Sheffield, for 1904 and 1905 South Maitland, for 1904 and 1905 |
116 40 14 10 |
|
St John for 1904 and 1905 |
46 67 2 65 |
|
Truro for 1904 and 1905 |
44 00 |
|
Yarmouth, for 1904 and 1905 Women's Board, undesignated, 1904 Union Collection, N. S. & N. B. |
85 84 |
|
27 79 5 09 |
SPECIAL AND PERSONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
$ 609 61
Legacy, Estate Thos. Shapley, Torquay $89377
Legacy, Estate Rev. John Wood ... 1 00 00
Legacy, Estate Arch. McKillop 26 00
T. B. Macaulay, Montreal, for Alberta 200 00
B. W. Robertson, Kingston 200 00
J. D. Nasmith, Toronto 10 00
Rev. A. W. Gerrie, U. S. A. ...... lO 00
Anonymous lO 00
Henry Cox, Burford 5 00
"M. P.," Basswood •■■ 3 00
Collection at Annual Meeting 16 41
$1474 18
C. C. WOMEN'S BOARD OF MISSIONS
For General Work $600 00
For Alberta Work _• 2920
For Saltcoats Work ■ 5 00
$634 20
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SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR THE CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY, FOR THE YEAR ENDING MAY 31st, 1905.
BRITISH COLUMBIA.
ITietoria Church, 1904 $25 00
TTictoria Church, 1905 19 00
Victoria Church S. S., for Alberta 5 00
- Total $49 00
ALBERTA.
Emmanuel Church $10 00
Elim Church 10 00
Total $20 00
MANITOBA. Brandon $50 00
ONTARIO— WESTERN DISTRICT.
BELWOOD.
Church eoUectiun $3 53
M. Y. Blyth 2 00
Total $5 53
BRANTFORD.
Goold, E. L $2 00
Hartman, Mrs 1 00
Ott, Mrs. John 3 00
Oldham, Mrs. J. H 1 00
-Sunday school 16 75
Wisner, Mrs. F 3 00
Wisner, Mrs. W. G 1 50
^:\'iikes, Mrs. 1 2 00
Wilkes, Miss A 1 00
Yeigh, Henry 10 00
Total $41 25
BURFORD. "Sunday school, for Alberta $3 00
EMBRO. Church, for 1904 $29 00
FERGUS. Collection $4 00
FOREST.
Central Church $10 10
Central S. S 4 04
Total .$14 14
FROME. ~
For 1904 $29 00
GARAFRAXA, FIRST. Total $6 35
GUELPH.
Subscriptions $26 80
S. S., for Alberta 4 14
Total $30 94
HAMILTON, FIRST. Total $62 04
HAMILTON, IMMANUEL.
Church $5 85
S. S 5 00
Total $10 85
KINCARDINE. For 1904.
W. Sheane $1 00
W. Gilchrist 1 00
D. S. MeiKinnon 1 00
A. R. Bell 1 00
Mrs. MeCallum 1 00
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CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
Small smiis 8 00
Total $13 00
For 1905.
A, E. Bell $2 00
Malcolm McKlnnon 1 00 .
Alex. Cameron 1 00
Wm. Sheane 1 00
Malcolm Brown X 00
Arch. McKlnnon 2 00
Murdock Bell 1 00
Alex. Bell 1 00
Miss Janet Slessor 1 00
John Bell 1 00
Wm. Gilchrist 2 00
John Bell 1 00
Mrs. McCallum 1 00
John McKinnon 1 00
D. S. McKinnon 1 00
Small sums 3 30
Sunday school 2 10
Total $23 40
Total for 1904 and 1905 $36 40
LAKE SHORE. Ch., S. S., for Alberta.
Eichard Mackin $1 00
Wm. Eraser 1 00
Smaller sums 1 10
Total $3 10
LONDON, FIEST.
S. S., 1904 $3 73
S. S., 1905, for Alberta... 5 00
Total $8 73
NEW DUEHAM. Church $13 25
SCOTLAND. Church $14 22
PLYMPTON, N. Church ipo 00
SPEEDSIDE.
Church, 1904 $6 00-
Church, 1905 2 30
Total $8 50
STEATFOED. ( Jhurch $20 00
ST. CATHAEINES. Church $6 2r
TILBUEY.
Church $12 00
S.S., for Alberta 6 00
Total $18 OO
WAEWICK, ZION.
( liurch
$8 75
ONTAEIO— CENTRAL DISTEICT.
ALTON.
Church, general work $2 80
Church, Alberta 1 25-
Total
$4 OS
BAEEIE.
Church
.$27 OO
BOWMANVILLE.
Mrs. McMurtry $10 00
Sunday school 7 40
Mrs. John Mclntyre 1 00
Mrs. Hipkiu 1 00
R. Freeland 1 50
J. Stephens 1 00
Small sums 2 10
Total
.$24 00
EDGAR.
Rev. C. C. Claris $1 00
Mr. and Mrs. John Syme. . 3 00
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY
105
Mr. and Mrs. E. Slesser . . 2 00
T. H. Crawford 1 00
D. Beatli 1 00
A. J. Thompson 1 00
V. S. Slesser 1 00
Small sums 6 00
Total $16 00
GEORGETOWN AND CHURCHILL.
Churchill — ■
Ladies ' Aid $5 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Le'slie. 2 00
Mrs. W. Allen, Sr 1 00
E. Fiulay 1 00
Mrs.' R. J. Drysdale 2 00
Small sums 1 35
Georgietowu: —
Iving 's Daughters 12 00
Total $24 35
PINE GROVE.
S. S., for Alberta $2 05
TORONTO, BROADVIEW.
Rev. W. E. Gilroy $2 00
W. Care 1 00
Small sum's 50
Total $3 50
TORONTO, NORTHERN.
Subscriptions $81 60
H. O 'Hara 20 00
S. S., for Alberta 6 75
Total
TORONTO, ZION.
Rev. E. D. Silcox $5 00
Mrs. E. D. Silcox 1 00
W. J. Stibbs 3 00
Mrs. W. J. Stibbs 3 00
W. Freeland 1 00
Friend 2 00
TORONTO, OLIVET.
Church $7 50
TORONTO, WESTERN.
Mrs. Johnson $1 00
Mr. Milne 1 00
Mrs. HoUinger 1 50
Mrs. Milne 1 00
W. Roper 1 00
Mrs. Taylor 1 00
Mr. Woodlej 1 00
Mrs. J. F. Stevenson 4 25
Rev. J. W. Pedley 2 00
Mrs. Pedley 1 00
Mr. Wiekham 2 00
Miss H. E. Roper 1 00
Mrs. Hill 1 00
Mr. Robinson 2 00
Mr. Clark 1 00
Wilson 5 00
Mr.
Mr. Thoimas
Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr.
Arms . . . Oouzins . Hough . . Hewitson
00 00 00 00 00
Mrs. Drewrey 2 00
Mrs. Mclvor 1 00
Mrs. Douglas 1 00
Collection 4 60
Small sums 12 00
Total $52 40
RUGBY.
Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Harvie $2,00
Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Ball . . 2 00
Wm. Ball 2 00
Miss Janet Johnston 1 00
Charles Harvie 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. Jo'seph Long- man 1 00
Small sums 2 75
Total $11 75
Total $15 00
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ONTARIO— EASTERN DISTRICT.
COBOURG.
Church, for 1904 $15 00
Chnich, for 1905 23 00
S. S., for 1905 2 25
Total $40 25
KINGSTON, FIRST. For 1904 $4 15
KINGSTON, BETHEL.
Church $7 20
S. S 9 03
Total $16 23
KINGSTON, CALVARY.
Church $31 50
S. S 2 88
Total $34 38
LANARK, ZION.
Rev. D. C. Mcintosh $10 00
Geo. J. Hunt 3 00
Mr. and Mrs. Grierson .... 2 00
Miss A. L. Peacock 1 50
Wm. Dornay 1 00
Waliter J. Robertson 1 00
Mrs. R. Robertson 1 00
Wm. Stead 1 00
John A. Watt 1 00
Mrs. Thos. Watt 1 00
Miss Janet Watt 1 00
Mrs. Robt. Watt 1 00
James Watt 1 00
Small 'sums 6 45
S. S., for 1904 5 00
Total $36 95
MAXVILLE.
J. W. Kennedy $5 00
Donald McDougall 5 00
Mrs. Donald McDougall . . o 00 Rev. J. T. Daley 5 00
Peter Muuro 5 00
John F. McEwen 4 00
S. J. McEwen 4 00
Mr. and Mrs. P. F. McEwen 4 00
Mrs. D. Kennedy 3 00
M. McDougall 2 05
Mr. and Mrs. Wegar 2 00
John Sinclair 2 00
John P. McDougall 2 00
Donald McEwen 2 00
Thos. McEwen 2 00
Thos. Mum-o 2 00
D. C. McDougall 1 50
D. A. McEwen 1 50
Thos. W. Munro 1 00
A. P. McDougall 1 00
J. J. Robertson 1 00
Finlay McEwen 1 00
D. P.' McDougall 1 00
Duncan J. McEwen 1 00
Mrs. J. J. McEwen 1 00
Mrs. A. A. McEwen 1 00
John A. McEwen 1 00
Anonymous 30
C. E.' Society 1 50
Total $67 85
MIDDLEVILLE. 1904.
R. R. Affleck $2
A. R. Mclntyre 1
Mrs. Mary Affleck 1
Mrs. Muir 1
Mrs. Croft, Sr 1
Arch. Rankin 1
Small sums 2
For 1905.
Sunday school 5
R. R. Affleck 4
Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Mcln- tyre 2
Rev. John Pate 1
Arthur H. Croft 1
Mrs. Wm. Croft 1
Mrs. Robt. Affleck 1
Mrs. Jas. A. Muir 1
Mrs. Jas. Rankin 1
00 00 00 00 00 00 25
00 00
00 00 00 00
00 00
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY
107
Arch. Rankin . 1 00
Anonymous 1 00
Small Slims 3 62
Total $31 87
HOPETOWN.
John Taylor, Sr $1 00
Mrs. John Mcllwraith 1 00
James Mcllwraith 1 00
George Head 1 00
Small sums 4 29
Total $8 29
EOSETTA. Sunday school $3 00
John Arnott
R. G. Lone 1 00
Miss J. G. Affleck 1 00
W. I. Readey 1 00
A. W. Craig 1 00
Small sums 1 75
Total $9 75
OTTAWA, FIRST. Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Chis-
nall $25 00
Rev. Wm. Mcintosh 10 00
Dr. D. E. McLaren 10 00
Robt. Addison 5 00
A. J. Bailey's S. S. class. . 5 00
Mrs. H. E. Hume 5 00
Mrs. H. Wood 3 00
Mr. Malcolm 3 00
A. J. Stephens 3 00
J. J. Wallace 2 50
J. L. Payne 2 00
E. A. Stephens 2 00
W. A. Lamb 2 00
J. B. Lamb 2 00
Wm. Thackray 2 00
Mrs. A. J. Stephens 2 00
Dr. A. Quackenbush 2 00
J. E. Andrews 2 00
H. Eraser , . 2 00
Mr. Shirley 1 00
Adam Ballantyne 1 00
W. J. Lamb
W. C. Young
J. M. Hargreaves
Miss E. Maud Mumford . . Mr. and Mrs. C. Mumford.
Mrs. McEwen = . . .
Mr's. Rufhven
Mrs. Dillinger
Mr. Moreland
Miss A. Andrews
C. H. Dempster
Miss E. Stackhouse
Miss Lea Keir
Fred Gervan
J. H. Gervan
G. S. Gervan
Ernest Lamb
Mr.- Sutherland
Mr. Murray
Miss Watkins
Mr. Chamberlain
J. Bain
Miss A. Eraser
Mrs. R. Thackray
Mrs. W. H. Smith
Small Sums
Wednesday evening collec- tions
00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00
13 67
Total $135 17
OTTAWA, WELCOME ZION. Church $15 0*^
(QUEBEC.
AYER'S CLIFF.
Rev. C. S. Pedley $2 00
J. F. McCoy 1 eo
Austin Libby 1 00
Small sums 2 86
Collections 4 02
Total $10
BRIGHAM. Church collection
$7 50
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BOYNTON.
W. E. Hunt $ 1 00
Timothy Brainerd 1 00
Collection and small aaiits. 1 17
Total $3 17
COWANSVILLE.
H. H. Cotton $20 00
W. F. Vilas 10 00
Sheriff Cotton 6 00
W. N. Hawk 5 00
Mrs. W. H. Watson 2 00
Eev. W. H. Watson 1 00
F. E. Draper 1 00
Miss M. I. V. Cotton 1 00
Smaller sums 1 75
Collection 4 55
Sunday school 4 51
East Farnham, collection. . 4 11
Total $60 92
GRANBY.
Mr. and Mrs. 6. H. C.
Miner $25 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Mc-
Kechnie 10 00
Eev. R. H. Black 5 00
W. R. Horner • 5 00
Rev. J. L. Alexander 3 00
W. W. Miner 2 00
Wm. Niel 2 GO
Geo. D. Fuller 2 00
M. E. Bowker 1 00
O. B. Streeter 1 00
D. M. Mitchell 1 00
Mrs. M. Warren 1 00
J. H. MeCanna 1 00
Dr. Cowley 1 00
P. Kxamer 1 00
J. C. Barr 1 00
J. G. Fuller 1 00
Y. P. S. C. E 5 00
Sunday school 3 35
Small sums 23 25
Total $94 60
DANVILLE. Church $17 95
FITCH BAY.
Mrs. T. B. Rider $1 00
F. H. Rider 1 00
Parsonage 1 00
Mrs. P. S. Raedell 1 00
Small amounts 1 75
Gifts from children ...... 1 10
Crystal Lake 85
Total $7 70
MONTREAL, EMMANUEL.
Alexander, Chas $10 00
Anderson, J 2 00
Anonymous 1 00
Baker, Miss 1 00
Barker, D. C 1 00
Birks, Arthur 10 00
Bii-ks, Mrs. A 5 00
Birks, Miss Annie 5 00-
Birks, Henry 10 00
Black, Mr. and Mrs. C. R.. 25 00
Blaekader, W. B 5 00
Blackader, The Misses .... 4 00
Brooks, E. G 5 00
Bryson, R. H 3 00
Burlaud, Col. J. H 5 00
Cochrane, Miss 1 00
Cribb, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. 3 00
Cushing, Mrs. L 1 00
Cushing, W. E 1 00
Douglas, Mrs. A 1 00
Fisher, Mrs. A 25 00
Gardiner, A. G 7 00
Goldiug, Miss 3 00
Gurd, Charles 15 00
Gurd, Dr. C. C 2 00
Gurd, Dr. D. F. 10 00
Gurd, Miss M. M 2 00
Gurd, Miss 0 2 00
Gurd, W. R 2 00
Geddes, E 1 00
Harries, Gus 5 00
Harries, Mrs 1 00
Haight, Miss J. E 1 00
Harrington, Dr. J. B 4 00
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109
Learmont, Mr. and Mrs. J.
B 10 00
Leslie, Miss 2 00
Lyman, A. C 5 00
Lyman, Mr. and Mrs. G. T. 5 00
Lyman, Mrs. Henry 25 00
Lyman, H. H 25 00
Lyman, Mrs. Tho's 5 00
Macintosh, Preble 2 00
Mcintosh, J. A 1 00
McLachlan, Mrs. and the
Misses 7 00
Mills, Miss K 1 25
Moodie, Thos 25 00
M-oodie, Mrs. T 2 00
Morrison, Mrs. G. W 5 00
Moss, Mrs. and Miss 6 00
Murphy, A. McA 2 00
McCounell, R., for Alberta 1 00
Owen's, Mr. and Mrs. W. CI. 15 00
O. 45 1 00
Pedley, Eev. Hugh 10 00
Phelan, Mrs 3 00
Eeid, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. 2 00
Eeid, Mrs. Wm 1 00
R. B. D , . 1 00
Eobinson, Mrs. Geo 2 00
Savage, Mrs. Jos 3 00
Seller?, J. B 1 00
Schultze, Mrs 1 00
Stevenson, B. B 10 00
Stevenson, Dr. F. A 5 00
Walker, Miss A 2 00
Warriner, Eev. Dr 2 00
Williams, C. T 5 00
Williams, G. E 5-00
Williams, H. C 5 00
Small 'sums 5 75
S. S., 1904 and 1905 50 89
$438 89
Less printing, postage, etc. 7 25
Total .$431 64
MOXTREAL, POINT ST.
CHAELES.
Sunday 'school $25 00
MONTEEAL, CALVARY.
T. B. Macaulay $25 00
J. E. Dougall 20 00
Mrs. E. Macaulay 15 00
Rev. E. M. Hill, D.D 15 00
Mrs. Dr. Hill 10 00
Chas. Cushing 10 00
Mr. and Mrs. A. Kerr 5 00
Rev. J. McKillican ...... 5 00
Sunday school 5 00
Eev. H. Creelman, Ph.D. . . 4 00
E. W. MdLaehlan 2 00
G. McGarry 2 00
F. E. Dougall 2 00
Miss E. A. Mnnroe 2 00
Mrs. E. H. Tippett 2 00
Miss C. Ei-chardson 2 00
Miss Jessie Smith 2 00
D. Hargreaves 2 00
S. P. Powell 2 00
Miss McKillican 2 00
Mrs. Cross 1 00
Miss H. Wright 1 00
Miss B. Morrow 1 00
W. A. Wood 1 00
J. Chattrell 1 00
H. Maxwell 1 00
Anonymous 3 25
Small sums 1 00
Total $144 25
MONTREAL, WESTMOUNT, BETHLEHEM.
Baker, Mrs
Box, Mr. and Mrs. C. E.. . Climie, Mr. and Mrs. G. A.
Cross, C. E
Hanna, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Lighthall, Mr. and Mrs. W.
D
Moodie, Miss A. P
Munroe, Rev. W. and Mrs.
Ross, H. J
Vallance, Hugh
Sunday school
Total $30 00
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CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK
MONTREAL, ZION.
Church collection $21 05
Sunday school 10 - .
Total ..$31 05
MELBOURNE.
Rev. and Mrs. R. Geo. Watt $5 00
Alex. McDonald 5 00
John Alexander 5 00
Geo. J. Alexander 5 00
Dr. F. E. Skinner 5 00
Mr. nd Mrs. H. P. Wales. . 5 00
Mrs. H. A. Jones = -. 2 00
Mrs. L. Thomas 2 00
Mrs. R. H. Cross 2 00
N. W. Smillie 1 00
W. N. Skinner 1 00
Mrs. Jas. Alexander 1 00
E. and G. P. Lewis 1 00
Smaller sums (3 05
Total $46 05
SHEBBROOKE.
Rev. F. J. Day $10 00
A. S. Hurd .' 10 00
J. S. Mitchell 10 00
A. C. Skinner 5 00
Mrs. A. T. Nourse 5 00
Miss S. A. Mitchell 5 00
M. J. Mitchell 5 00
T. W. Craig 5 00
S. F. Morey 5 00
Mrs. J. M. Jenckes 4 00
W. H. Abbott 3 00
J. H. McKindrey 3 00
A. S. McCaw 2 50
Mrs. McKechnie 2 00
C. A. McKechnie 2 00
A. Dinning 2 00
Wni. McCulloch 2 00
J. A. MeKechnie 2 00
C. H. Foss 2 00
S. W. Jenckes 2 00
T. Cowan 2 00
r. H. Clark 1 00
Idonea Nourse 1 00
Jas. Sangster 1 00
Miss M. J. Dickenson .... 1 00
H. Ransehousan 1 00
A. M. Sangster 1 00
Mrs. E. W. Abott 1 00
C. E. Knowlton 1 00
Mrs. E. A. Powers 1 00
H. V. Haight 1 00
J. H. Armstrong 1 00
Mrs. L. Farwell 1 00
Small sums 1 25
C. E. Society 5 00
Young Ladies ' Guild 2 00
Sunday school, for Alberta 14 00 Mrs. V. E. Haw-se, for Al- berta 20 00
Total $142 75
ST. ANDREW'S.
Collections, 1904 $20 00
Collections, 1905 25 00
Sunday school, for Alberta 15 00
Total $60 OO
STANSTEAD SOUTH. Total $16 75
ULVERTON.
Mrs. Mountain and family $2 25
Miss Reed ". 2 00
A. H. Hepworth 1 50
Albert Smith 1 00
Geo. SutherlauLt 1 00
Alex. Alexander 1 00
Norman Bothwell 1 00
James Bothwell 1 00
Edgar Johnston 1 00
A Friend 1 00
Small sums 3 6.5
Total $19 40
WATERVILLE.
1904.
Church .$18 15
Ladies ' Missionary Society 4 10
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL MISSIONARY SOCIETY
III
1905.
Church 22 71
Ladies' Missionary Society 4 60 Sunday school . ; 1 94
Total $51 50
NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK.
BEACH MEADOWS. W. B. M. Aux. for 1904. .$25 00
BEOOKLYN.
W. B. M. Aux. for 1904. . $8 00
W. B. M. Aiix. for 1905 . . 10 00
W. B. M. Aux., for Alberta 4 00
Total $22 00
CHEBOQUE. W. B. M. Aux., for 1904 . .$10 00 W. B. M., Busy Bees 3 41
Total $13 41
BEAR ISLAND. W. B. M., 1905 $1 00
ECONOMY.
W. B. M., 1904 $15 00
W. B. M., 1905 18 06
Total $33 06
KESWICK RIDGE.
W. B. M., 1904 $10 85
W. B. M., 1905 10 oft
Church collection 6 50
Eev. C. Moore 3 50
Total $31 35
KING-SPORT.
W. B. M., 1904 $14 00
W. B. M., 1905 14 00
Sunday school 2 60
LIVERPOOL.
W. B. M., 1904 $8 00
W. B. M., 1905 6 00
S. S., for Alberta 1 68
Tdtal $15 68
LOWER SELMAH.
W, B. M., 1904 $5 00
W. B. M., 1905 6 00
Church collections 10 45
S. S., for Alberta 1 50
Total $22 95
LOWER QUEENSBERRY.
W. B. M., 1904 $4 15
W. B. M., 1905 75
Total $4 90
MILTON.
W. B. M., 1904 $6 00
W. B. M., 1905 14 75
Total $20 75
MAITLAND. W. B. M., 1905 $10 00
MARGAREE. Church collections $6 60
NOEL.
W. B. M., 1904 $7 50
W. B. M., 1905 2 00
Church collections —
Miss J. Faulkner 1 00
Mrs. J. S. O'Brien 1 vj
Mr. and Mrs. B. M. Crowe 1 00
Sma.ller sums 3 25
East Noel and Noel Shore. . 5 55
Total $21 30
Total _ $30 60
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CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK
PLEASANT RIVER.
W. B. M., 1905 $3 15
Church collection —
Mrs. L. Waterman 1 00
Mrs. J. H. Colp 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Fancy 1 00
Small sum.s *. . 80
Sunday 'school, for Alberta. 1 52
Total $8 47
SHEFFIELD.
W. B. M. Aux., 1904 $35 00
W. B. M. Mission Band,
1904 5 00
W. B. M. Aux., 1905 38 00
Church collections 17 00
C. E. Society 21 40
Total $116 40
SOUTH MAITLAND.
W. B. M., 1904 $4 10
Collected by Misses Cam- eron and Rose —
James Dimmock 1 00
David Rose 1 00
Beunie Jackson 1 00
John Jackson 1 00
Cyms Fisher 1 00
Urbania C. E. Society ... 2 00
Small 'sums 3 00
Total $14 10
SCOTCH LAKE. W. -B. M., 1905 $2 65
SAINT JOHN.
W. B. M., 1904 $9 20
W. B. M., 1905 15 00
W. B. M., for Alberta, 1905 6 22 Church collections, 1905... 16 25
Total $46 67
TRURO.
W. B. M., 1904 $12 00
W. B. M., 1905 16 00
Church 'subscriptions, 1905.
Rev. J. W. Cox 2 00
Mrs. A. N. Tupper 2 00
Jas. Williamson 1 00
Malcolm Melnues 1 00
John D. Ross 1 00
Ross Archibald 1 00
J. L, Chisholm 1 00
Jas. Buchanan 1 00
Delbert Smith 1 00
Harry Smith 1 00
Wm. E. Cox 1 00
Arnold McLennan 1 00
Jolm Skinner 1 GO
SmalleT sums '. . 1 00
Total $44 00
YARMOUTH.
W. B. M., 1904 $65 00
W. B. M., 1905 20 84
Total $85 84
Women 's Board, undesig- nated, 1904 $2> 79
Union collection, N. S. and N. B., 1904 , 5 09
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EMBRO CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
Closely associated with the past historic year.
THE CANADA
Congregational Foreign Missionary Society
OFFICERS FOR 1905-1906
PRESIDENT
REV. T. BRADLEY HYDE
VICE-PRESIDENT
REV. E. MUNSON HILL, D.D.
SECRETARY
REV. D. S. HAMILTON, B.A., First Congregational Church, London, Ont.
TREASURER
REV. W. T. GUNN, M.A., B.D., E.nbro, Ont.
DIRECTORS
REV. HUGH PEDLEY, B.A. MISS EMILY THOMPSON " D. MACALLUM " F. ROBINSON
W. H. WATSON " F. B. RAWLINGS
W. S. PRITCHARD, B.A. MRS. J. D. NASMITH
J. K. UNSWORTH, B.A. MR. S. P. LEFT
W. H. WARRINER, D.D. " C. T. WILLIAMS
C. C. CLARIS " HENRY YEIGH
J. B. SILCOX " H. W. BARKER
A. F. POLLOCK, B.D. MRS. T. MOODIE
MR. C. McD. HAY MR. C. DUFF
" B. W. ROBERTSON MRS. F. W. READ
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE The Officers, together with REV. W. H. WARRINER. D.D. REV. H. F. THOMAS, M.A.
MRS. J. D. NASMITH MR. H. W. BARKER
MR. S. P. LEFT, K.C. " CHARLES DUFF
SUPERINTENDENT OF DEPARTMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE'S SOCIETIES
MR. H. W. BARKER, 12 Simpson Ave., Toronto, Ont.
MR. E. C. AUSTIN, Assistant, 117 Carlton St., Toronto, Ont.
SUPERINTENDENT OF PRAYER UNION MISS F. B. RAWL.NGS, Forest, Ont.
114 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
CONSTITUTION.
I. NAME.
This Corporation shall be called The Canada Congrega- tional Foreign Missionary Society.
II. — object.
The object of this Society shall be to spread the knowledge of the Gospel among the heathen and other unenlightened peo- ple.
III. — membership.
The members of this Society shall be persons subscribing $2 annually, ministers of all contributing churches, one other representative from each church contributing $10 annually, and two representatives from each church contributing $50, or over, annually, and each year the delegates appointed from any church to the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec shall be delegates to this Society, provided that church be entitled to be so represented. Every benefactor making a donation of $40 at one time shall be a life member.
IV. — OFFICERS.
The officers of this Society shall consist of a President, Vice- President, Secretary, Treasurer and Board of Directors, to be elected at the annual meeting of the Society.
V. — -MEETINGS.
An annual meeting of the Society shall be held on the Thurs- day following the first Sunday in June, at the place where the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec assembles.
VI. — AMENDMENTS.
This Constitution can be amended by vote of two-thirds of the members present at any annual meeting of the Society, notice of the proposed alteration having been given in two suc- cessive numbers of the Canadian Independent*
* Now Canadian Congregationalist.
CANADA FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY XI5
BY-LAWS.
I. FUNDS.
All funds arising from donations, legacies, subscriptions, or otherwise, shall be lodged by the Treasurer, as soon as collected, with some chartered bank, to be named by the Executive Com- mittee. Money can be drawn from such accounts only by cheques, signed by the Secretary and Treasurer, but the Presi- dent or Vice-President may sign for either in their absence.
II. — MANAGEMENT.
The Board of Directors shall consist of not more than twenty-five members of the Society, including the officers, and shall be elected at the annual meeting, who shall have full charge and power for the administration of the affairs of the Society. Immediately after their election they shall appoint an Executive Committee, and such other committees as they shall deem expedient for the interests of the Society. The Executive Committee shall have all the powers of the Board of Directors between the meetings of that Board, and shall consist of the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and six other members, together with two members of the Woman's Board, to be appointed by that Board, and who are members of this Society.
III. MEETINGS.
The Board of Directors shall meet at least cnce during the year, immediately before the annual meeting of the Society, at the call of the Secretary, to prepare reports, and a list of officers and committees to be nominated at the annual meeting, as well as to transact any other business connected with the interests of the Society.
IV. PRESENTATION TO CHURCHES.
The work of the Society shall te presented, and a Foreign Missionary sermon preached, in each of the churches of the con-
Il6 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
stituency at least once in each year. The Executive Committee shall see that news from the Society's work is distributed to the churches.
V. — DONATIONS FOR SPECIAL WORK.
When money is donated for missionary work outside the Society's missions, it may be forwarded to societies working in that field.
VI. AMENDMENT.
These By-laws may be altered in the same manner as the Constitution.
FORM OP BEQUEST.
I give and bequeath to the Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society, incorporated by Act of the Parliament of
the Dominion of Canada, A.D. 1889, the sum of
out of my estate, to be paid with all convenient
speed after my decease, without charge or deduction whatever. And I direct that the receipt of the Treasurer and Secretary for the time of the Society, shall constitute and be a sufficient discharge of said legacy.
CANADA FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY 1 17
MINUTES OF ANNUAL MEETING.
The twenty-fourth annual meeting of the Canada Congre- gational Foreign Missionary Society was held in Bond St. Church, Toronto, on Thursday, June 8th, 1905. Rev. T. Brad- ley Hyde, the president, occupied the chair. After the singing of the hymn "Jesus Shall Reign" Rev. John Salmon led in prayer.
Rev. P. C. L. Harris was appointed minute Secretary for the meeting, and reports were presented as follows. Secretary's report by Rev. D. S. Hamilton; Treasurer's report by Mr. H. W. Barker, of Toronto. A short conference on "How do you raise your missionary offerings?" followed the reading of Mr. Barker's report. Rev. Dr. Temple, of Cleveland, was intro- duced at this point. The report on Mission Study Classes was presented by Mr. E. C. Austin, and the report on Prayer Union Department by Miss F. B. Rawlings. On motion of Rev. J. Salmon, seconded by Mr. H. Yeigh, the reports were all received and adopted. Mrs. Wookey, of Toronto, presented the greet- ings of the C. C. W. B. M., referring specially to the meetings of the Board which had been recently held in Montreal.
Rev. G. G. Warren, Methodist Missionary to Central China, was introduced by the President and spoke of work in China, referring particularly to the work of Rev. Hudson Taylor and Dr. Griffith John.
Rev. Principal Hill was asked to convey the greetings of the Society to the American Board.
A letter from the Embro church was read thanking the Exe- cutive for its gift to the church.
On motion of Rev. C. E. Bolton, seconded by Mr. Pym, the officers and directors were thanked for their services, and the retiring Officers and directors were re-elected with but two chan- ges. Rev. J. B. Silcox's name is substituted for Rev. J. L. Gor-
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don, and j\Iiss F. Robinson's in place of Mrs. Wm. Kerr.
On motion of Rev. A. F. Pollock and Rev. H. F. Thomas, a resolution was carried unanimously expressing appreciation of the work of the Missionaries on the field and confidence in their methods of work.
A resolution moved by Rev. W. H. Watson, and seconded by Rev. J. K. Unsworth, dealt with plans for more extensive work, and was as follows : —
' ' Resolved, In view of the larger freedom, as a result of our churches being relieved from the burdens of debt which have acted as barriers hitherto, we desire to extend as early as possi- ble the sphere of our operations, and to this end would suggest the following to the consideration of the Executive, as also to our churches, looking toward a forward movement to be taken in the year 1906, so that, the one which shall appear wisest and best after careful deliberation be adopted by us." The 3 sug- gestions are as follows: —
I. A year of heartfelt thanksgiving expressed by our gifts for
all the blessings of the past, emphasising the last two years of our church life.
II. A forward move in connection with the work in Africa.
III. The opening of a new field in affiliation with the L. M. S.
Rev. G. G. Warren led in prayer, after which the hymn ' ' Go Labor On" was sung and the meeting adjourned, the President, Rev. T. B. Hyde, pronouncing the benediction.
P. C. L. Harris,
Minute Secretary.
CANADA FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY II9
REPORT OF MISSION STUDY CLASS WORK IN CON- NECTION "WITH THE YOUNG PEOPLE'S DEPT.
The work of this comparatively new branch of our Young People's Department is progres-sing slowly but surely.
'Ihe efforts of the past year may perhaps best be described as a campaign of education and information, and already there are indications that these endeavors will bear fruit in the near future in the shape of increased Missionary development of a more intelligent missionary spirit and purpose among our young people.
Four circular letters have been sent out ; two in the Fall of last year and two in the Spring of the present year. In con- nection with the first of these, a plan of mission study was out- lined, introducing and recommending the use of our own first text book, "The Story of Chisamba. " This book is arranged with titled paragraphs and is especially adapted for the use of mission study classes. In the two later letters, above mentioned, an effort has been made to secure information in regard to the Missionary work of our Young People's Societies, Sunday Schools and Churches. Each letter contained a list of ques- tions and the replies received from about thirty correspondents in as many churches, indicate that good work is being done, es- pecially along the line of missionary giving.
In the final letter special attention was drawn to the mat- ter of missionary libraries and under separate cover lists of two libraries (kindly supplied by the Young People's Missionary Movement), with prices and all information attached, were sent to each correspondent.
With the kind consent of the editor-in-chief a young peo- ple's cohmin has been conducted in the missionary department of the Congregationalist, and a series of sixteen articles have appeared, dealing mainly with the subject of mission study, and
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considering the matter from a variety of view points.
Correspondence has been received from Mr. H. W, Hicks, leader of the Young People's Department of the American Board, relative to co-operation with our own Young People's Mis- sionary Department in the matter of the use of missionary lit- erature, etc., published by the American Board.
Samples of the above literature have been received and a small quantity dealing especially with mission study has been ordered and sold. A package of forty pamphlets, entitled "The Mission Study Class, How to Organize It" were sent free of charge by Mr. Hicks, and subsequently distributed by your Sec- retary amongst leaders of missionary work in our churches.
The sale of our text-book, ' ' The Story of Chisamba, ' ' which has been placed in the hands of the leader of this department, has progressed very well, considering the urgency of other claims. Already more than half of the present edition has been disposed of. Everything points to a largely increased demand during the coming Fall and "Winter.
Africa will (D. V.) be the general subject of mission study in all denominations next winter, and there will therefore be special enquiry for books of Missionary enterprise in the ' ' Dark Continent. ' '
Special efforts have been made to draw the attention of our young people and others to the annual conference of the iToung People's Missionary Movement to be held at Silver Bay, Lake George, N.Y., July 21-30. It is earnestly hoped that our Canadian Congregational delegation will be larger and more representative than ever before, especially in view of the fact that steps are being taken to conduct a similar inter-denomina- tional missionary conference next year in Canada.
With regard to the tangible results of the foregoing work, it is a pleasure to be able to report the organization of at least three mission study classes, and to have received letters from
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several correspondents stating that they are preparing to organ- ize classes in their respective churches next Fall. The follow- ing statements from leaders of the above classes are encouraging and stimulate to more earnest efforts in the future. One leader reports: — "A good deal of interest in mission work has been aroused, and through the interest and spiritual quickening received one of the members of the class will very probably be- come a foreign missionary. ' ' Another writes : — ' ' The meetings have been of great interest and profit to us."
These three classes have a combined membership of 38 and the Story of Chisamba has been used as the text-book in each case.
Much interest in the work of this department is manifested by Mr. Harlan P. Beach, Educational Secretary of the Student Volunteer Movement, who writes as follows: — "It is a joy to hear that your people are getting on well with the Story of Chisamba, I like the book exceedingly. Tour interest in the mission study classes of the Congregational Churches of Can- ada, especially appeals to me. I do hope that our Congrega- tional young people may be thoroughly aroused to take an ac- tive part in the world's evangelization."
It is earnestly recommended in view of the wide doors of service opening up to us as a denomination both at home and abroad, that a student from our college, or some other qualified person, should visit our churches as early as possible, in the in- terests of Missions, and of our young people's work in general, and thus follow up with advantage the interest already secured through correspondence.
In conclusion special thanks are due to the following gen- tlemen for valuable assistance rendered at various times: Dr. F. C. Stephenson, of the Methodist Young People's Forward Movement for Missions; Mr. H. W. Hicks, assistant secretary of the A. B. C. F. M. ; Mr. C. V. Vickrey, secretary of the Young
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People's Missionary Movement, New York, and especially to Mr. H. W. Barker, to Avlicse efforts the origin of this work in our own denomination is due and with whom the leader of this department is glad to be associated.
The above is respectfully submitted.
E. C. Austin.
Secretary.
DEPARTMENT OF PRAYER UNION.
Every great crisis in the oNIissiouary field has been turned in answer to prayer and we know that no man can tell what hath been wrought by prayer.
We can then realize how a report of a Prayer Union must in a measure be indefinite, for who can tell of the broadening of the sympathies, or deepening of the faith and holy desires or more exalted view of the glory of God which many of us owe to our prayer union.. Our total membership is 256, our increase for this year seventeen. Our growth has been slow but steady, and there are indications of a greater increase in our member- ship.
The churches represented in the Prayer Union are 31.
Your Secretary has spoken at a few meetings, written ap- peals through the "Leaflet" and Congregationalist as well as making personal solicitations for members.
We hope and look forward to the time when every church member will be earnestly and expectantly praying for the com- ing of the Kingdom of Christ.
When they are praying earnestly and persistently for the work there will be a better response to the needs. For when many hearts are moved to pray, they will be moved to give and there will be no lack of men or means.
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Our pledge is : — Recognizing that I am called to fellowship witJi Christ in making known His Gospel to all the world, I promise to pray each day for the work of the AVest Central African Mission that all who hear the Gospel there may be trnly and speedily converted.
Cur pledge is confined to the wcrk of the Yfest Central Afrijf.n work, which is trnly our only Canadian station.
Our churches have gone ahead of our Prayer Union and have given sons and daughters to nearly all parts of the world. \s'e have representatives in Japan, China, India, Ceylon, Tur- key and South America, and from them comes the reciuest, Do not forget to pray for us.
Shall we, or think you it is our privilege, to broaden out the wcrk. A gk.nce over our treasurers', reports would indicate some of our money, at least, is following our workers. Shall we give our men and money and not our prayer.
I would suggest if some plan could be arranged that our Prayer Union might embrace every worker who goes out from our Canadian churches to the foreign work that such steps be taken.
The above is respectfully submitted.
F. B. Rawlings.
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TREASURER'S REPORT, 1904-5.
In presenting the twenty-fourth annual report of the Trea- surer, one cannot refrain from praising God, from whom all blessings flow. As will be seen from the comparison given under "Receipts," our regular income has been nearly twenty-three per cent, larger than that of the previous year, and this, shall we say, in spite of the extra financial strain which has been upon our churches? nay, but rather because of the extra burden, for, from the Atlantic to the Pacific, Congregati'onalists are getting into the habit of larger giving, of giving to the feeling point, and are learning the blessedness of thus entering more fully into partnership with the Master in the extension of His King- dom upon earth.
The totals for the different Provinces are before us in the printed statement. It will be noticed that while Ontario and Quebec have remained practically stationary as to their contri- butions for the Regular Fund, the Maritime and the Western Provinces have increased their offerings nearly sevenfold. The large increase in the west is accounted for almost entirely by the Winnipeg First Church offering of $278, while nothing was reported last year. The total of $75 from legacies is made up of two amounts, one of $50 and one of $25. The late Rev. John Wood, always a staunch friend in his lifetime, remem- bered the foreign work in his death and left a bequest of $50. The other legacy of $25 was left the Society by the late Philip Lyster, of Melbourne, Que.
The largest amount received from any one church was $365 from the Toronto Northern. Montreal Emmanuel comes second with $333 ; then follow Winnipeg First, $278 ; St. Andrews — lit- tle St. Andrew's, with a membership of 38, more than half of them women — $172, an average of nearly $4.50 each! Montreal Calvary $168, and Kingston Calvary $145, which latter includes
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the splendid gift of $100 from Mr. B. W. Robertson.
Among the many, pleasant surprises the year has brought are increased gifts from a number of our churches. For exam- ple, our good Scotch friends at Maxville have more than doubled their offering, which now totals $126, and this during their very generous and self-denying efforts on behalf of the Jubilee Fund ! Again, Hamilton First has been steadily increasing until it has now reached $100, and this while they have been paying off their whole debt! And London Southern has done remarkably well, increasing the amount given from $13 to $43 ! Toronto Broadview is also deserving of special mention, having, in addi- tion to paying more than half their church debt, contributed $53 for foreign work. And to prove what a difficult thing it is to kill a Congregational Church, Stouffville sends in $50 ! In Quebec Province, we are glad to see Ayer's Cliff, Boynton, Am- herst Part and "Westmount on the list this year.
Wonderful things have taken place down by the sea. Kes- wick Ridge has climbed from $13 to $32. St. John, which last year was not in the race, has appeared with $83, because of its exceptional giving to the debt fund. Sheffield, always a mis- sionary church, has increased from $41 to $62 ! At Yarmouth, the tide has risen from $69 to $103; And, besides the church offerings of these Lower Provinces, the Woman's Board of N. S. & N. B. have shewn their interest in our African work and in that of the McEwen's in South America by forwarding $298, which means this much more from the Maritime Churches.
From the west, besides the large gift from Winnipeg First, comes $20 from Victoria instead of the $1.00 of last year: and last, but by no means least, the little Welsh church in Saltcoats, "their deep poverty abounding unto the riches of their liber- ality," have forwarded $11, this being, the Pastor writes, "the first money the church has given excepting a few cents now and then for buying wine for the Lord's Supper. . . The people
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are very poor, having lost nearly aii tli ry had in Patagonia by the terrible tioods." i\Iay they be rich.y blessed in the giving!
But not only have we had incref.sed receipts : the expendi- ture has increased at a much greater ratio, and we have to re- port a deficit of nearly $1,900. This has been caused princi- pally by our having been responsible for Mr. Moffat's salary for the whole of the year, and by the home-coming of the Mas- seys. This year, while we shall not have Dr. Massey's salary to pay, our expenses will likely be even heavier than for the year just closed. Net cnly will there be Mr. Moffat's salary, but about $800 will he required for Mr. and Mrs. Currie's travel- ling expenses coming home. And there is an urgent need of a doctor to be sent forward at the earliest possible moment. This means additional expense for travelling and outfit. And then, with the freeing of our churches from the bondage of debt, we are looking forward to the extension of our work and possibly to the opening up of a new station on British territory. That there is a growing interest among our people is shewn by the fact that they have furnished such a large share for the work of Mr. and ]\Irs. McEwen in Brazil.
When we ccntemplate these larger needs, it is a joy -for us to contemplate also the large possibilities for foreign missionary giving even within our present membership. (1) There is our regular constituency of earnest, prayerful supporters, whom we value most highly. (2) There is the large field within our bor- ders which is as yet producing no fruit. (3) The practice of giving for the Jubilee Fund has enlarged our hearts, and the promise of greater gifts is already being seen.
It may surprise some to know that this report reveals the fact that the average giving for foreign missions has been less than forty cents per member, while for the support of our own field it has been only thirty cents ! The returns from the in- dividual churches indicate that only a small percentage of the
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members have given anything. In some churches, even the min- isters have not given, while in others possibly the ministers have done it all.
How can we make the incoming year the best we have ever had? By every member of every church giving regularly and continuously, so much a week or so much a month, throughout the entire year. How can this be brought about? Much de- volves upon the pastor, who may be a potent educational force in imparting missionary instruction to the people and in organiz- ing for larger financial results. It is a good thing to have an annual foreign missionary Sunday, but that should not be the only day in the year for instructing, for praying, and for giv- ing. It is a law of the Kingdom that the more we give the more we shall get. Thank God, our people have been making room for a large blessing by giving to the point of sacrifice ; but money is not the greatest need of the Society or of the denomination. As Dr. Hudson Taylor, who passed to his reward a few days ago, once said, "We are commanded to -see first the Kingdom of God, — not means to advance it ; " but we have the Master 's promise that if we seek first his Kingdom all these things shall be added: When this is our first thought, it is safe to leave the rest to Him.
Respectfully submitted,
H. W. Barker,
Treasurer, pro tern.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT For the Year Ending May 31st, 1905.
RECEIPTS
Balance brought forward
From sale of "The Story of Chisamba" .
Contributions by Provinces, 1904-5 : —
Special Objects.
Ontario $322 21
Quebec 203 60
Maritime Provinces 337 66
Western Provinces 5 00
Miscellaneous and
Personal 20 75
Legacies
$889 22
Contributions by Provinces, 1903-4: —
Special.
Ontario $779 83
Quebec 285 50
Maritime Provinces 230 00
Western Provinces
Miscellaneous and
Personal 29 57
Legacy
$ 1,352 25 88 19
Regular Fund.
$1,168 31 864 37 415 23 305 40
86 97 75 00
$2,915 28
Regular.
5 1,214 36
819 19
103 50
6 10
82 II 150 00
[,324 90 $2,375 26
Totals. 5 1,490 52 1,067 97
752 89
310 40
107 72 75 00
$3,804 50 $3,804 50
Totals.
' 1,994 19 1,104 69
333 50 6 10
III 68 150 00
,700 16
Total $5,244 94
EXPENDITURE
Paid American Board —
Balance of account to Dec. 31st, 1903 $ 123 80
Travelling expenses. Dr. and Mrs. Massey 832 53
Salaries, etc, '. 1,213 68
(This leaves $1,900.00 still owing on Salary Account to Dec. 31st, 1904.)
12,170 01
CANADA FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY 1 29
Paid for Special Purposes at Station —
For support of buys $ 22822
For use at Station 65 00
For medical grant and drugs 1 19 75
For hospital cottage account lOO 00
Paid Travelling Expenses —
Dr. Judson Smith to Union Meetings $ 2500
Delegate to Silver Bay Conference 25 00
Executive Committee 51 30
$ 512 97
$ loi 30
Paid Printing —
Subsidy to "Congregationalist" $ lOO 00
Special Number " 2700
"Story of Chisamba" (1000 copies) 385 00
Year Book account 36 75
Sundry printing accounts 33 25
% 582 00
Paid expenses Young People's Department $ 13 I9
Paid expenses Missionary Literature Department 15 5^
Paid postage, commissions, etc 14 80
Paid Specially Designated Objects —
Gift received last year, now said to be for W. B. ... $ 5 00
Rev. and Mrs. J. D. McEwen, Brazil 299 66
Rev. F. W. McCallum, Turkey 12 00
Orphans in India 33 00
Christmas Tree, Constantinople 5 00
Christian Alliance 30 00
Teachers in India 100 60
Chinese Evangelist 55 00
British and Foreign Bible Society 5 00
China Inland Mission 7 00
$ 552 26
Balance on hand — Special Funds —
Kindergarten Building $ 252 13
Hospital Cottages 723 00
Grist Mill and Power 230 75
Tools I 19
Freight Account 10 75
$ 1,217 82
Undesignated 65 01
$ 1,282 83
$5,24494 WILLIAM T. GUNN, Treasurer
Audited and fourd correct, June 3rd, 1905.
JOHN LEWIS, Auditor.
Embro, Ont.
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N.B. — We are greatly encouraged in being able to present this report in view of the other financial obligations upon us as churches. Notwithstand- ing our largely increased expenditure and consequent deficit, we look for- ward with hopefulness to the large and generous response which will "be made possible by the retiring of our church debts. It must be remembered that this coming year will involve us in heavy expenditure owing to the expected home-coming of Mr. Currie and the sending out of a doctor. In addition to all this, we desire to extend our work in several directions in order to overtake the opportunities and pressing needs of the field.
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CANADA CONGREGATIONAL FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY.— SUMMARY OF CONTRIBUTIONS.
ONTARIO.
BEANTFOED.
Clyne, Misses ..,.,.■ $ 1 25
Gould, E. L. 3 00
Hartman, Mrs. 100
Hamilton, Mrs. 10 00
Harrison, F. B. 7 10
Harris, Mrs. M. ' 50
Ott, Mrs. John 5 00
Oldham, Mrs. J. H 2 00
Oles, Mrs 1 00
Robertson, Mrs 50
Wisner, Mrs. F.~ 4 00
Wisner, Mrs. W. S 1 50
Wilkes, Mrs. J 9 00
Wilkes, Miss A 1 OU
Yeigh, Henry 5 00
Yeigh, Mrs. H 1 00
S. S 16 75
-Small 'sums 1 10
Total $70 70
BUEFOED.
Ch'jrch $11 75
S. S . = 0 00
Total $26 75
COBOUEG. Mrs. J. C. Field $25 00
COLD SPRINGS. Church $23 45
DALSTON. 'Cliurch $5 00
EMBEO.
C. E., for boy $12 75
Aux. for Mr. Carrie's work 30 00
Total $42 73
EDGAE. Church . $18 75
FERGUS.
Church
FOREST, EBENEZER. Church $4 00
FOREST, LAKE SHORE. Church $5 00
FROME. Church $6 00
S. S.
9 00
Total $15 00
GARAFRAXA. Ch. for Armenian Orphan
Fund $5 00
C. E. for orjjhan in Turkey 7 00
Total $12 00
GEORGETOWN.
Allen, J. J $ 1 00
1 00
5 00 50
1 00-
3 00
5 00
1 00
Allen, Mrs.j Sr. . . . Barber, J.R., M.P.P,
Barnes, Mrs
Bennett, Dr. L. L. . Drysdale, Master R. Reed, Dr. H. G. . . . Ruddell, F. R, ...
Total $17 50
GUELPH.
Church $ 8 87
Church, for boy . . 15 00
ictai $;;
87
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HAMILTON, FIRST. ■Church $100 00
HAMILTON, IMMANUEL.
Church : $2 00
S. S 5 00
Total $7 00
HUMBEE SUMMIT. Church $1G 00
KINGSTON, FIRST. Church $4 75
KINGSTON, BETHEL. S. S $9 00
KINGSTON, CALVARY.
Church $ 45 82
Robertson, B. W 100 00
Total $145 S2
LANARK.
Church $20 94
S. S 5 00
Total '. $25 94
LISTOWEL. Miss Perry and class $2 07
LONDON, FIRST. Church $15 75
LONDON, SOUTHERN. ' Church $43 00
MAXVILLE.
Daley, Rev. and Mrs $ 3 00
Kennedy, John W 5 00
Kennedy, Mrs. Donald .... 3 00
Margerison, Mrs 5 )
Munro, D. T 1 00
Munro, Peter 2 CO
Munro, Thomas 2 00
McDougall, A. P 1 00
McDougall, D. C 4 00
YEAR BOOK.
McDougall, D. P 1 00
McDougall, G. H 5 00
McDougall, J. P 2 GO
McDougall, Malcolm 2 00
McDougall, Donald 4 CO
McDougall, Mrs. P. P 1 Ou
McEwen, D. A I 00
McEwen, Donald 2 00^
McEwen, Duncan, J 50
McEwen, J. A 1 00
McEwen, J. F 4 OO
McEwen, P. F 2 00
McEwen, Sandy J 2 00-
McEwen, Thomas 1 00'
Robertson, J. J 2 00
Weegar, J. W 2 00
Bloomington C. E., for Rev.
J. D. McEwen 46 00
C. E , 1 00
McEwen, nJo. F., and Mun- ro, Thos., for boy in Bra- zil 20 00
Sinclair, D., for Rev. J. D.
McEwen 5 00
Total $126 00
NEW DURHAM. Church $2 00-
OTTAWA, FIRST. C. E $15 00
OTTAWA, ZION. Junior C. E $1 75
PINEGROVE.
S. S. for Indian orphans. .$15 00-
PARIS.
Church $16 40
S. S., for boy 12 00-
Total $28 40
RUGBY. Ball, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. . . $2 00
Anderson, D. C 1 00
Harvie, Mr. and Mrs. D. M. 2 00-
CANADA FOREIGN
.'Harvie, John 1 00
-Johnston, Allan 1 00
Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. E. 2 50
Johnston, John 1 00
Johnston, Wm 1 00
Xangman, Mrs 1 00
-Small sums 3 50
Total $16 00
SCOTLAND.
-Poster, Mr. and Mrs. H. W.$ 5 00
Malcolm, D. W 1 00
Foster, Wm 2 00
Taylor, E. E 1 00
McMalcolm, A 1 00
Eadie, Miss E 1 00
Foster, Horace 1 00
Taylor, Mrs. J. H 1 00
-Armstrong, Mrs. John .... 1 00
-A Friend 2 00
Malcolm, Miss G. C 1 00
-Small sums 1 35
C E 15 00
=C. E., for boy 15 00
Total $48 35
SPEEDiSIDE. •Church $9 60
ST. CATHAEINES.
•Churdi $7 85
S. S . 8 00
Total $15 85
STOUl\b^VILLE. JPriends, for Eer. J. D. Mc-
Ewen $50 00
STEATiOED.
Bremner, T. K $ 4 00
■Church 10 00
Total $14 00
TILBUEY. -Church $8 50
MISSIONARY SOCIETY jt^
TOEONTO, BOND STEEET. Young Ladies' Society, for boy $10 00
TOEONTO, BEOADVIEW.
Gilroy, Eev. W. E $ 5 00
MeKilchan, Dr. M. K 2 00
Small sums 2 00
Friends, for Eev. J. D. Mc-
Ewen 26 00
S. S., for boy 18 49
Total $53 49
TOEONTO, NOETHEEN.
Church $322 00
Nasmith, J. D 10 00
Y. P. Society 33 25
Total .$365 25
TOEONTO, OLIVET.
Church $7 50
Church, for C. I. M 7 00
Total ; $14 50
TOEONTO, ZION.
Church $10 00
C. E. y 00
S. S., for boy 15 00
Total $34 00
WOODSTOCK. McDonald, Miss $3 00
Total from Ontario ..$1,490 52
QUEBEC.
AYEE'S CLIFF.
Pedley, Eev. C. $1 00
Mack,- Daniel 1 00
McCoy, J. F ■ 1 00
Libby, Mrs. Ghas. 1 00
Libby, A. L 1 00
' Libby, Ealph 5(i
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CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
Capsey, J. P 1 00
Friend 50
Little Friend 10
Collection 2 39
Total $9 49
BOiNTON.
Hunt, W. E., and family.. $5 00
A Friend 5 00
Davis, T. A 2 00
MeClary, Sadie 25
Colleetion 1 18
Total $13 43
COWANSVILLE.
Watson, Rev. W. H $5 00
Hawk, W. N 5 00
Sunday School 6 00
Ford, Geo.. E 1 00
Ferguson, P. F 1 00
Cotton, Mrs. C. L 1 00
Muir, Miss 50
Bryar, Geo 25
A Friend 30
Turner, H. L 25
Sweetsburg 1 00
Total $21 50
DANVIL'LE.
Church $28 25
Church, for boy 10 00
Total $38 25
FITCH BAY.
Church
51
GRANBY. Church ■ $97 60
MONTREAL, EMMANUEL.
Church $274 46
Warriner, Rev. Prof 4 00
Chinese Class, for evangel- ist 55 00
MONTREAL, CALVARY.
Dougall, J. R $25 00'
Dougall, F. E. 15 GO
Hill, Rev. E. M 15 GO
Hill, Mrs. J. C 10 00
Wood, W. A 5 00
Cu'shing, C. . 4 00
Kennedy, Miss 3 00-
Tippett, Rev. E. H 2 00
Monroe, Miss 2 GO'
Ri^'hardson, Miss C 2 00^
Dougall, Dr 2 00
Kerr, Mr. and Mrs 2 00
Toller, Mrs. ,. 2 00
McLachlan, R. W 1 00-
Smith, Miss Jessie ........ 1 00
McKillican, Rev. J 1 00
Rowell, S. P 1 00
McGarry, Mr. and Mrs. G. 1 00
Eraser, J. D 1 00
Powtei', Mrs. and Miss .... 1 00
Duke, E. W. 50-
Smyth, Mis's 5a
Collections 11 GO
S. S., for teacher in India 60 60
Total $333 46
Total $168 60'
MONTREAL, WESTMOUNT.
Vallance, H $5 00-
Munroe, Rev. and Mrs. W. 2 GO Hanna, Mr. and Mrs 3 00^
Total $10 00
MONTREAL, ZION. S. S $10 00
MONTREAL, AMHERST PARK. Church $1 00-
MELBOURNE. Wales, Mr. and Mrs. H. P. $3 GO
Watt, Mrs. R. G. 2 GO
Alexander, John 2 GO
Alexander, G. J 2 00
McDonald, Alex 2 GO
Alexander, Mrs. Jas 1 00
Smillie, N. W. 1 00
Crombie, Mrs 1 00"
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135
Jones, H. A 1 00
Thomas, Mrs. H 1 00
Skinner, F. E 1 00
No name 1 00
Small sums 2 60
Total $20 60
SHERBEOOKE.
Hurd, A. S $10 00
Day, Rev. and Mrs 10 00
Skinner, A. G 5 00
Mitchell, Miss M. J 5 00
Steere, Miss 5 00
Mitchell, J. S 5 00
Edwards, John 5 00
Morey, S. F 5 00
Mitchell, Mrs. 6. A 5 00
Abbott, W. H 3 00
McKeehnie, Mrs. C. A. . . 3 00
Jenekes, J. M 3 00
McKeehnie, Mrs. M 2 00
Cowan, T. M 2 00
Craig, T. M 2 00
Dinning, N 2 00
McKeehnie, J. A 2 00
Nours'e, A. T 2 00
Hawe's, Mrs 2 00
McCulloch, Wm 2 i.J
Sangster, A. M 2 00
McKindsey, W. J 2 00
Ncuxse, K. G 1 00
Rauscheman, H 1 00
Webster, W. R 1 00
Fo'ss, C. H. . . ; 1 00
Mitchell, Mrs. R 1 00
Powers, Mrs. E. A 1 00
Sutton, Miss 1 00
Ross, Mrs. H 1 00
Bomers, E. X 1 00
Farwell, Dr. W. A 1 00
Craig, T 1 00
Knowlton, C. E 1 00
Farwell, Mrs. L 1 00
Small sum's 3 38
C. E., for boy .5 00
'ST. ANDREW'S.
Church $109 25-
Church, for orphan in
India 18 00
S. S., for boy in India. . 30 00
S. S., for boy in Africa. . 15 00
Total $172 25-
UI.VERTON.
Reed, Miss Lucy $5 00
Mountain, -Mrs. W 2 50-
Johnston, N. A 1 OO
Johnston, Mrs. E. F 1 00
Lyster, Richard 1 00
Walker, Richard lOO
A Friend 1 00
Small sums 2 70
Total $15 20
WATERVILLE.
Church $26 40
S. S 3 50
Eustic S. S. . 2 80
Total $32 70
Total from Quebec ..$1,067 97
MARITIME PROVINCES.
BROOKLYN.
Church • $10 Oa
Auxiliary, for boy 10 00
For Mrs. McEwen 19 Oa
Total $n.'5 38
Total $39 oa
CHEBOGUE. Busy Bees, for boy $10 00
ECONOMY. Church $7 50'
KESWICK. RIDGE.
Moore, Rev. Churchill $ 3 50
Church 10 00
Scotch Lake .....' 2 70
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Scotch Settlement 80
Mission Band 10 00
Ladies ' Auxiliary 5 00
Total $32 00
KINGSPOET.
Church $4 56
S. S 2 60
Total $7 16
LIVEEPOOL. Church $10 00
MAITLAND. Church $4 75
MILTON. Little Hughes' Fund $65 00
NOEL. Church $6 00
ST. JOHN.
Prim. Clas's, for boy $10 00
Y. L. Aux., for boy 30 00
Mrs. Dearborn's class, for
boy 10 00
Cturch 33 10
Total $83 10
SELMAH. Church $4 00
SHEFFIELD.
Church $48 56
C. E 13 50
Church, for Mrs. McEwen. 1 75
Total $62 81
TEUEO.
Cox, Eev. J. W 1 00
Fleming, Mrs 1 00
Main, Mrs. Maggie 1 00
Bruce, Mrs. Hector 1 00
Cox, Miss Nellie S 1 00
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Small sums 2 00
S. S 12 00
Total $19 00
YAEMOUTH.
Church 7 66
Dennis, J. D., fox boy 25 00
C. E 31 00
Church, for preacher in In- dia 40 00
Total $103 66
WOMAN'S BOAED OF N.S. AND N.B.
For African work $166 00
For Mrs. McEwen 132 91
Total $298 91
Total for Maritime Prov- incea $752 89
WESTEEN PEOVINCES.
SALTCOATS.
Fvan Jenkins $1 00
Mrs. Jenkins 1 00
Eichard Jenkins 1 00
David Jones 1 00
Griffith Jones 1 00
Eev. W. T. Morris 1 00
Church, for Bible Society. . 5 00
Total ...$11 00
VICTOEIA.
Church and C. E $12 00
C. E 8 70
Total $20 70
WINNIPEG (FIEST).
Cliurch $-'18 70
Total for Western Prov- inces $310 40
CANADA FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY 1 2/
MISCELLANEOUS AND PERSONAL
Edward Adie, Xmas gift for Turkish School $ 5 00
W. C. Bell, for boy in Chisamba lO 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. B., 20 00
D. McP., Basswood, Man 4 00
Inspector St. Chapel, Montreal, for Mr. Currie'suse.......... lO 00
Mr. Ferguson, Queensbury, N. B 2 00
Erieght Account: 10/5
Bank Interest 45 97
$107 72 From sale of "The Story of Chisamba" $ 88 19
LEGACIES
Estate Philip Lyster , '. $ 25 00
Estate Rev. John Wood 50 00
$ 75 00
SUMMARY
Ontario $1,490 52
Quebec 1,067 97
Maritime Provinces 752 89
Western Provinces 310 40
Miscellaneous and Personal 107 72
Legacies 75 00
Total $3>804 50
From Sale of book 88 19
$3,892 69
Congregational College of Canada
BOARD OF GOVERNORS.
CHAIRMAN.
S. H. C. Miner, Esq., Montreal.
SECRETARY.
Alex. McA. Murphy, Esq., 43 Jurors St., Montreal.
TREASURER.
Thomas Moodie, Esq., 30 St. John St., Montreal.
DIRECTORS.
Term Expires in 1906. Term Expires in 1907.
S. H. C. Miner, Esq. Charles R. Black, Esq.
J. R. DouGALL, Esq., M.A. Charles Cushing, Esq., B.C.L.
Rev. Wm. McIntosh. Rev. Hugh Pedley, B.A.
Term Expires in 1908. Term Expires in 1909.
T. B. Macaulay, Esq., F.I. A. Thomas Moodie, Esq. Charles McD. Hay, Esq. B. W. Robertson, Esq. Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A. W. D. Lighthall, Esq., M.A.,
B.C.L.
Term Expires in 1910. Lt.-Col. J. H. Burland. Chas. Gurd, Esq. Alex. McA. Murphy, Esq.
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COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD.
house committee.
Mr. Chas. Gurd. Mr. T. Moore.
Mr. Chas. Cushing.
finance committee.
Mr. S. pi, C. Miner. Mr. Chas. R. Black.
Mr. T. B. Macaulay and Treasurer.
ladies' auxiliary committee. Mrs. W. H. Warriner, President. Mrs. C. Curd, Sec.-Treas. Mrs. C. R. Bla^/k. Mrs. A. E. Hanna.
Mrs. R. W. McLachlan. Mrs. C. T. Williams.
Mrs E. W. Lyman. Mrs. J. H. Burland.
Mrs. S. H. C. Miner. Mrs. E. Munson Hill.
Mrs. W. D. Lighthall. Mrs. John Leslie.
Mrs. H. Pedley. Mrs. H. Creelman.
Mrs. C. Cushing. Mrs. W. H. Smith.
THE SENATE.
president. Rev. E. Munson Hill, M.A., D.D., 60 McTavish St., Montreal.
REGISTRAR.
Rev. W. Henry Warriner, M.A., D.D., 7 Shuter St., Montreal.
THE GOVERNORS.
MEMBERS OF THE FACULTY.
REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ALUMNI.
Rev. Wm. Munroe. Rev. H. G. Rice, B.A., B.D.
Rev. R. G. Watt, B.D. Rev. G. H. Craik, B. A.
representatives of the union of ONTARIO AND QUEBEC
Rev. G. Ellery Read. Mr. W. H. Smith.
Rev. J. K. Unsworth, B.A. Dr. F. A. Stevenson,
D.M.D., LL.S.
representatives of the union of n. s. and n. b. Rev. S. W. Anthony. Rev. Geo. M. Whyte.
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OFFICERS OF INSTRUCTION.
PROFESSORS.
Rev. E. Munson Hill, M.A., D.D., Principal and Professor of Practical Theology.
Rev. W. Henry Warriner, M.A., D.D., Professor of New Testament Literature, Exegesis and Ecclesias- tical Theology, and Registrar.
Rev. Harlan Creelman, B.D., Ph.D.,
Professor of Hebrew, Cognate Languages and Biblical Litera- ture. {Miner Foundation.)
Rev. Herbert A. Youtz, M.A., Ph.D.,
Professor of Systematic Theology and the Philosophy of
Religion.
■'■' associate, examiners.
Rev. F. J. Day, B.A., B.D. Rev. D. S. Hamilton, B.A.
librarian. Prof. II. Creelman. Ph.D.
REV. HERBERT A. YOUTZ, M. A., Ph.D.
Professor of Systematic Theology and Philosophy of Religion.
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FORM OF BEQUEST FOR THE COLLEGE.
I give and bequeath to the Treasurer, for the time being, of the Congregational College of Canada, a body corporate, by Act of Parliament of the Province of Canada, A.D. 1864, the sum of
[either without designation,
or 'Ho he added to the Endowment Fund of said College"] out of my estate, without any charge or deduction whatever, to be paid with all convenient speed after my decease; and I direct that the receipt of the Treasurer, for the time being, of the said College, shall be sufficient and valid discharge of said legacy.
BY-LAWS.
Chapter I.
1. The Corporation shall be called "The Congregational College op Canada."
2. Its objects shall be the education of ministers of the Gospel, and the encouragement and inauguration of all desir- able educational methods and movements whereby the efficiency of the churches may be advanced.
3. Contributors of two dollars annually to the Funds of the College shall be members of the Corporation. A contributor in arrears one year shall not be ciualified to vote at the meeting of the Corporation, or to exercise his other rights of membership. The Treasurer's subscription list shall be taken as evidence of contribution.
4. Churches contributing for the previous year to the current expenses of the College the sum of ten dollars and upwards, may be. represented at the meeting of the Corporation by one delegate for each church; those contributing twenty-five dollars or up- wards, for the previous year, by two delegates; and those con- tributing fifty dollars or upwards for the previous year, by three delegates.
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5. Persons by whom or on whose behalf one hundred dollars or more shall have been contributed at any one time to the funds of the College, may be chosen life members of the Corporation.
6. A regular meeting of the Corporation shall be held annually, for the reception of the report of the Governors, the election of a new Board according to provisions hereinafter named, and the transaction of other necessary business.
7. The annual meeting shall be held at the same time and place as the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec.
8. Special meetings of the Corporation may be held for the transaction of special business, at the call of the Board of Governors, or on a requisition to that effect to the Chairman of the Board of Governors, signed by at least twenty members of the Corporation ; provided always that no such special meetings be held without one month's notice thereof in an accredited newspaper in Toronto and Montreal, and also in the Canadian Congregationalist.
Chapter II.
BOARD OF GOVERNORS. .
1. A Board of fifteen Governors, having power to choose their own officers, shall be elected from members of the Corpora- tion. Five members of the Board shall constitute a quorum.
2. Three members of the Board shall retire annually, in rotation, but shall be eligible for re-election.
3. The powers and duties of the Board shall be:
(a) The administration of the property of the College and the management of its finances.
(&) The appointment and removal of all officers of the College.
(c) The general oversight and management of the affairs of the College, and
(d) The presentation of an annual report of the general condition of the College to the Corporation at the next regu- lar meeting.
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4. Any member of the Board absent from its meetings for a year shall be held ipso facto, to have vacated his seat, but may be re-appointed or re-elected thereto.
5. Vacancies in the Board, whether occurring by death or resignation or otherwise, may be filled by the Board whenever it may see fit.
6. It shall be competent for the Board of Governors to ap- point annually an Executive Committee from its membership, which committee shall exercise, between the meetings of the Board, such powers as may be delegated to it by the Board of Governors.
7. The Board of Governors shall be called together at the close of the annual meeting of the Corporation, for organization and other needful business. They shall hold an annual meeting at a convenient time before the annual meeting of the Corpora- tion ; a special meeting may be called at any time by the Chair- man and Secretary, or by the Secretary, at the request of five members.
Chapter III.
THE SENATE.
1. There shall be a Senate composed of — (1) The members of the Board of Governors; (2) The Faculty; (3) Four repre- sentatives chosen annually by the Alumni Association; (3) Four representatives chosen annually by the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec; (5) Two representatives chosen annually by the Congregational Union of Nova Scotia and New Bruns- wick.
Seven members of the Senate shall constitute a quorum.
2. The Senate shall frame regulations for and supervise all matters of education, honors and discipline.
3. The Principal shall be a member of the Faculty and ex- officio President of the Senate.
4. The Registrar shall be a member of the Faculty and ex- cfiicio Secretary of the Senate.
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5. The Senate shall meet annually within one month pre- ceding the close of the Session, at the College, in the city of Montreal, and at such other times and places as the interests of the College may require, and shall make an annual report to the Corporation through the Board of Governors.
Chapter IV.
THE FACULTY.
1. The Principal and Professors, with such members of the Senate as from time to time may be appointed by the Board of Governors, constitute the Faculty, and as such are entrusted with the educational work of the College and the enforcement of its regulations, under the direction of the Senate.
The Principal shall be ex-officio Chairman of the Faculty.
2. Members of the Faculty must be members of a Congre- gational Church.
3. ^Members of the Faculty shall not be members of the Board of Governors, but the Principal shall be a consulting member of the Board of Governors, and of all standing committees- appointed by the Board or the Senate.
Chapter V.
THE OFFICERS.
1. The Chairman of the Board of Governors shall be the Presiding Officer of the Corporation.
2. The President of the Senate shall preside at all public functions of the College.
3. The Secret-ary of the Senate shall be Registrar of the College.
Chapter VI. amendments. Amendments to these By-laws may be made at any regular meeting of the Corporation, provided that notice of such amend- ment has been given at the meeting next preceding.
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MINUTES OF ANNUAL MEETING.
The annual meeting of the Congregational College of Can- ada was held on June 9th, in the auditorium of the Bond Street Congregational Church.
Mr. Geo. Pirn was elected Chairman of the meeting.
Rev. A. R. Schrag was elected Minute Secretary.
After singing of a hymn, and being led in prayer by the Rev. C. E. Bolton, the following business was transacted: —
Voted, that minutes of previous meeting be taken as if read.
The report of the Board of Governors was presented, includ- ing the following: — (1) That of Senate, presented by Prof. Warriner, Registrar; (2) That of House Committee; (3) That of House Committee, Ladies' Auxiliary; (4) That of Librarian- (5) That of Y. P. S. C. E. Lectureship, all of which were pre- sented by Mr. Moodie.
The following financial reports were presented by Mr. Thos. Moodie, Treasurer: —
(1) Statement of general finances; (2) Statement of En- dowment Fund; (3) Auditors' report.
On motion of Rev.' J. L. Alexander, seconded by Mr. C. Gushing, the above reports of the Board of Governors be re- ceived.— Carried.
On motion of Rev. J. B. Silcox, seconded by Rev. J. L. Alexander, that the financial reports of the Treasurer be adopted. — Carried.
On motion of Rev. J. B. Silcox, seconded by Rev. Prof, War- riner, that the very hearty thanks of the corporation be tendered to the Treasurer.
Discussion was then opened on the report of the Senate.
Rev. C. E. Bolton emphasized the need of an extra-mural course, leading to the granting of a diploma.
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Rev. J. Brown, of Bedford, England, related the situation and practice of the Congregational Colleges in the matter of extra-mural studies.
Prof. Warriner pointed out that the suggestions favored in the discussion were embodied in a clause of the Secretary of the Senate's report.
Mr. Chas. Gushing pointed out the possibility of more satis- factory preparatory work in arts being pursued in connection with the proposed educational work of the Montreal Y. M. C. A.
On motion of Mr. J. E. Josleyn, seconded by Mr. Charles Cushing, that the report of the Secretary of Senate be adopted.
Voted, "That the thanks of the Corporation of the Congre- gational College be tendered to Mr. Preble Mcintosh, who has given of his ability as an accountant to audit the accounts of the year. ' '
Voted, "That the services of a chartered accountant be em- ployed to audit the accounts for the ensuing year, and that the choice be left with the Board of Governors. ' '
Voted, "That as the term of office of Messrs, Gurd, J. H. Burland, and Alex. McA. Murphy, as Governors, now expire, that they be re-elected."
Voted, "This corporation gives expression of thanks to the Board of Governors and to the Ladies' Auxiliary for their skill- ful and untiring service to the management of the business and domestic life of the College."
On motion of Rev. Wm. Munroe, seconded by Rev. J.' B. Silcox, that the suggestion of the House Committee re allowing non-students of the C. C. C. to room within the College be recon- sidered by the Board of Governors.
Rev. T. B. Hyde then presented to the College an excellent portrait of the English delegation of 1903 and of Mr. H. O'Hara, the same being the gift of the latter, as testimonial of
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the esteem and affection of Congregationalists generally towards these men and their work among the churches.
Rev. Principal Hill graciously accepted the gift on behalf of the College.
The meeting then adjourned.
A. R. SCHRAG,
Minute Secretary.
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ANNUAL REPORT OF BOARD OF GOVERNORS.
The Board of Governors has pleasure in presenting the fol- lowing report for the year ending May, 1905 : —
All branches of the work have been satisfactorily maintained.
The Board congratulates the Corporation upon the efficiency and devotion of the members, of its Faculty, and expresses appreciation for the value and spirit of the year's work done under their care.
Mr. Chas. McD. Hay, of Toronto, accepted his appointment to the position of Governor, and while prevented by distance from attending meetings, has proved himself a warm and very helpful friend of the institution.
The Board would express to the churches its appreciation of their support, and in this connection would urge the adoption by all the churches of a systematic agreement by which these shall be assured— a presentation of the claims of each of our representative institutions, before each church, once in every year, at the same time. October is suggested for College month.
The Board also emphasizes its appreciation towards those personal subscribers, whose loyalty and generous interest have meant so much in encouragement and practical results.
Mention is made with regreat of the death during the year of two of the alumni, Rev. John Wood, of the class of 1851, and Rev. Chas. Duff, M.A., of the class of 1862, both of whom ac- tively participated in the discussions of the last and many previ- ous annual meetings.
The three Governors who retire this year are -Messrs. Chas. Gurd, Lieut.-Col. J. H. Burland, and Alex. McA. Murphy. The reports of the various departments now follow: —
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REPORT OF THE SENATE TO THE CORPORATION.
THE TEACHING STAFF.
The past year has witnessed another and very definite step forward in the steady progress of this College towards its high ideals of efficiency for the service of the churches, in the addi- tion to the teaching staff of the Rev. Eugene W. Lyman, M.A., B.D., as Professor of Systematic Theology and Philosophy of ^Religion.
Prof. Lyman delivered his inaugural lecture at the opening exercises on the 6th of October last, his theme being "The The- ology of the Missionary Churches — Its Sources. ' ' The good im- pressions then made have been deepened, not only by his thorough work in the classroom, but also by the way in which he has identified himself with the life of our churches during the past year.
STUDENTS ON THE ROLL.
We are glad to report that the steady decline in the number of students which has characterized most Theological Colleges during the past few years, seems, as far as this College is con- cerned, to have come to an end. "We have more than held our own, and believe that we are entering on a period of numerical growth as well as greater efficiency.
The following new students were received:—
Mr. W. H. Burgess from the Tilbury Church. Mr. Burgess unfortunately became sick during the McGill Christmas exami- nations and had to return home. We hope to welcome him back next session.
Mr. J. W. Pierce came to us from the Listowel Church, and entered the second year in McGill.
Mr. Ola. R. Houghton came from the First Congregational •Church at Bristol, Vermont. His business engagements allow
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him freedom for study during most of the day. He embraced our first year in Theology, having already done one year's work in Middlebury College, Vermont, and has taken part of the year's work with us.
Mr. W. J. Davey came to us recommended by the Rev. Mr. Creegan, Congregational minister of Belfast, Ireland, as well as by the Secretary of the Belfast City Mission, with which he had successfully labored for the past four years. He entered our final preparatory year.
We are glad to report also that the graduates of our College now in the ministry are taking an increasing interest in the B. D. Course. We have enrolled three additional students of this class, viz., the Rev. Geo. EUery Read, the Rev. J. R. Drys- dale, and the Rev. Arthur R. Schrag. Mr. Schrag has credit- ably passed one examination during the past session. Mr. Drys- dale has found it convenient to attend classes in Knox College (Presbyterian), Toronto, and has successfully passed examina- tions there in several subjects, due allowance for which has been made to him in his work in the course for the degree of B.D. in this College.
The following was the roll at the close of the session : —
1. Theological Classes, Senior Year — W. E. Baker, W. R. Harvey, I. A. Rose, S. W. Anthony. Middle Year — J. J. Hutch- inson. Junior Year — J. G. Hindley, B.A., Ola R. Houghton.
2. Preparatory Classes — G. S. Gervan, B. V. Tippett, W. J. Davey.
3. University Classes — E. Leroy Rice, and W. H. Burgess, first year; I. W. Pierce, second year.
4. B. D. Course, Extra Mural— UeYS. E. C. Woodley, M.A., R. J. Drysdale, G. E. Read, A. R. Schrag.
In addition to the above may be mentioned the fact that three students of the Presbyterian College attended classes in 0. T. Introduction throughout the session.
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SPECIAL LECTURES.
On account of very serious illness President N. Douglas Mackenzie, D.D., of Hartford, was unable to carry out his en- gagement to deliver a course of lectures in connection with the McKechnie lectureship on the Philosophy of Religion, as adver- tised. The Faculty were, however, fortunate in securing the services of Prof. Geo. Barker Stevens, D.D., Professor in Sys- tematic Theology, Yale, who gave a course of six lectures on "The Philosophy of the Christian Doctrine of the Atonement." These lectures were greatly appreciated. Many of the students of the other Theological Colleges were in regular attendance, besides professors, resident ministers and others, both ladies and gentlemen.
Last year we were unable to secure a special lecturer in this department. We have now to report that Mrs. McKechnie gen- erously allowed her annual gift to be used in the purchase of much needed books for the library, bearing upon the work of this department of study.
EXAMINATIONS AND AWA.RDS.
The usual Christmas and Sessional Examinations have been held: —
In the Senior Year the following students passed in the order named, viz., W. R. Harvey, S. W. Anthony, 1. ^1. Rose. Mr. W. E. Baker fell sick during examinations, one of which was deferred and taken after a f evv^ days, and another was missed al- together. His class work during the year and his standing in the examinations taken were such as to warrant the Senate in giving him, as well as. the three first named, the. diploma of the College.
The four men of the graduating class also presented theses on subjects chosen by themselves, showing commendable ability and application. Mr. Harvey's is worthy of special praise, both on account of thoroughness of investigation and mastery of the
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subject. Its aim was to establish the thesis "That the religion of a given race at a given time is relative to the whole mental attitude of that time, and that Christianity is no exception to this principle."
The John Frederick Stevenson Memorial Medal (gold) was awarded to Mr. W. R. Harvey.
Robert Anderson Bursaries of the value of $30 each were awarded to Mr. S. W. Anthony and Mr. Harvey.
The Calvary Church Medal (silver) was awarded to Mr. Harvey.
The students of the other years have all passed the required examinations, with the exception of those in the Preparatory Department, some of whom are conditioned in one or two sub- jects.
A prize of twenty dollars, generously given by Mrs. Hill for the encouragement of the study of elocution, was awarded to Mr. J. G. Hindley, B.A.
A Robertson Macaulay Bursary of the value of $60 has been awarded to Mr. E. Leroy Rice, of the First Year in Arts, McGill.
The standing of Mr. I. W. Pierce, Second Year Arts, did not warrant the granting of a full Bursary to him, yet on account of his general conduct and diligence a part of the second Robert- son Macaulay Bursary, viz., forty-five dollars, was awarded to him towards the payment of his fees.
The remainder of this Bursary, viz., fifteen dollars, was granted to Mr. J. G. Hindley, who has taken a post-graduate course in the University and done excellent work, and for which no special scholarship has been provided.
students' engagements.
Most of the students who wished it have received appoint- ments for the summer, and three members of the graduating class have accepted calls to the pastorate, all of them going to
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Nova Scotia, viz., Mr. Anthony, to Milton; Mr. Baker, to Che- bogue, and Mr. Rose, to Pieasant River.
READING COURSES FOR MINISTERS.
Towards the close of the session the Faculty received from the Secretary of the Western Association a copy of the follow- ing-resolution passed at its meeting last fall, viz. : "That where- as we believe there are men in our ministry who desire to improve their education, but who are unable to go to college, we, the Western Association, memoralize the College to provide an extra-mural course to meet the felt need." In reply the Faculty stated that it would favorably consider the suggestion of organizing reading courses as a guide to men who desire to prosecute orderly courses of study should there be any real de- mand. Meanwhile it would be well if those who desired such assistance would communicate with the College so that their individual needs might be met. Moreover, whatever might be done should not be rewarded as equivalent to a College Course, but simply as a help and guide to individual effort. This action of the Faculty was approved by the Senate.
REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE DEGREE OP DOCTOR OF DIVINITY.
The conditions under which the higher degree in Divinity may be conferred by this College according to the powers which it possesses by statute, have been considered from time to time. We have now to report the following regulations which were adopted after an investigation with the regulations governing this matter which are in force in the best colleges, both in Can- ada, the United States, England and Scotland. They are as follows : —
I. For the Degree of Doctor of Divinity, taken in course.
1. The Senate reserves the right to determine who are eli- gible to become candidates for this honor.
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2. Candidates must be Bachelors of Divinity or Arts of ten years standing, and have' been ordained ministers of the Gospel for the same number of years.
3. They must pass examination and show excellence in one of the following departments : —
(1) The Old Testament, in Hebrew and Aramaic, includ- ing a study of the text, grammar, literature and doc- trine.
(2) The New Testament in Greek, including a study of the text, grammar, literature and doctrine.
(3) Systematic Theology and Apologetics. (4)Ecclesiasftical History, History of Doctrine, and
Homiletics.
No text-books to be prescribed, but candidates may consult with the Faculty as to appropriate books.
4. They must also present a thesis of not less than seven thousand words on some theme connected with the depart- ment they have chosen, the topic to be first submitted to the Faculty for their approval.
5. The fee for the degree in course shall be twenty dollars.
II. For the Degree of Doctor of Divinity, Jwnoris causa.
1. The name of any person proposed to be admitted to the Degree of D. D., honoris causa, shall first be submitted to the Registrar in a communication signed by two members of the Senate three months before the April Convoca- tion.
2. The Registrar shall then submit the name to a Committee consisting of the President, the Registrar, and three mem- bers of the Senate to be chosen annually for the purpose.
3. If this Committee see fit the name shall then be presented to the Senate, and the vote shall be taken by ballot, a
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two-thirds majority of the members present being re- quired for the granting of the degree. 4. The three months' notice required in the first regulation may only be waived in cases of the greatest urgency, when, if necessary, a special meeting of the Senate may be called to take action.
AMENDMENTS TO THE REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE COURSE FOR THE DEGREE OF B. D. *
Touching the third printed regulation concerning non-grad- uates in Arts, the Senate has resolved that in the case of a grad- uate of this College whose standing in his final year reached 75 per cent., the requirements of an additional year's residence and of attendance at lectures upon the prescribed subjects shall be waived, provided that examinations after all the required work shall have been satisfactorily passed, and provided further, that such a candidate has the maturity of personality and experience which in the judgment of the Faculty justifies such" action.
CLOSING EXERCISES.
The Annual Sermon to the graduating class was preached in Bethlehem Church, Westmount, by the Rev. Wm. Munroe, pas- tor, on April 16th last, and the closing exercises were held in the Assembly Hall of the College on the following Tuesday. A feature of special interest was the unveiling of a beautiful por- trait in oil colors of the late Rev. J. F. Stevenson, D.D., for some time Principal of the College. Dr. Hill made the presenta- tion on behalf of the donors, and the Rev. H. Pedley replied, accepting the gift on behalf of the Board of Governors.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Senate,
W. Henry Warriner, May 9, 1905. Registrar.
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REPORT OF THE LIBRARIAN.
Montreal, April 17, 1905.
The Governors of the Congregational College of Canada.
Gentlemen, — The following report of tlie Librarian for the year April 18, 1904, to April 17, 1905, is herewith respectively- submitted.
During the year the Library has received funds from its customary sources, viz., the collections at the closing and opening Convocations of the College, and the interest from the perman- ent endowment. The amount thus derived has been expended in needed books in the departments of the Old Testament, New Tstament and of Practical Theology and Missions.
In addition a special gift of $100 was received from Mrs. McKechnie, of Granby, for the purchase of books especially in the department of Systematic Theology and Philosophy of Religion. Ten dollars of this amount was devoted to the de- partment of Homiletics and Practical Theology.
The Librarian, on behalf of the Faculty, desires to express their thanks to Mrs. McKechnie for her generous and timely gift, which has added so many valuable books to the Library.
The following are the receipts and expenditures for the
year :
RECEIPTS
1904
April 18 Balance on hand $ 81
April 19 Convocation collection 2530
Oct. 6 Collection, opening convocation 12 80
Nov. II From Mrs. J. H. McKechnie 100 00
Dec. 10 One year's interest on Library endowment 20 25
Total $ 159 i^
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EXPENDITURES 1904
May 19 I copy Religious Movements $ 44
Oct. 3 I box Denison's labels lO
Express on books from Boston I 00
Nov. I Binding 3 volumes Congregationalist 3 45
Express on books from Boston 70
Nov. II PilgrimPressbills, ($30.15, $4.93) 35 08
Draft 15
Principal Hill's bill for books purchased 24 81
Hasting's Dictionary of Bible, vol. 5 5 70
I set Encyclopaedia Biblica 20 00
Express on books from Boston.. 95
American Journal of Theology and money order 2 73
Express on books from Boston 95
Pilgrim Press bills ($22.40, $21.82) 44 22
Draft 15
Grafton's bill for books (from England) 18 lO
Postage for the year 50
Total ; $ 15903
Balance in the hands of the Librarian 13
In addition to the books purchased for the Library during the year, the following have been given by the undersigned donors : —
Rev. D. Pnrdon, Kingsport, N.S., 5 vols.
Mrs. T. J. Tuck, Sherbrooke, 2 vols.
Mr. H. W. Barker, Toronto, 1 vol., viz., ^'The Story of Chis- ahiba, " by the donor.
Smithsonian Institute, Washington, D.C., 1 vol.
Mrs. R. W. McLachlan, Montreal, 1 vol.
ALSO
Various publications and reports from the Department of the Interior of Canada, the Royal Society of Canada, Depart- ment of Agriculture, and Geological Survey of Canada.
NEEDS.
The Library is in urgent need of a larger revenue. Apart from Mrs. McKechnie 's special gift, the amount available for the purchase of books has been less this year than last. The neces-
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sity of having a well-equipped reference library for the best efficiency of an institution of learning is a matter of common agreement. With the addition of another professor to the teach- ing staff there should be a corresponding increase in the fund for the purchase of books.
The Librarian, therefore, would again urge the wisdom and imperative need of bringing the permanent endowment of the Library, which is at present $405, up to the $1,000 mark. This would bring an annual revenue of $50 from that source.
Special gifts for immediate use in any department would be of great assistance also, and would be much appreciated.
Harlan Creelman,
Librarian.
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE OF CANADA. i^g
HOUSE COMMITTEE REPORT.
Your Committee has pleasure in reporting that the building has been well maintained, and is in good condition.
That the steward and stewardess have satisfactorily fulfilled their duties, but that it was necessary for a portion of the term to secure domestic help for the stewardess.
That the installation of improvements in the heating system has resulted in extra comfort and a feeling of greater safety.
Your Committee asks authority to have a new and perman- ent flag stone sidewalk, laid in front of the College and Prin- cipal's residence in place of the present dilapidated wooden one. The cost will be about one hundred and thirty dollars ($130).
The interior of the building will be painted by the steward during the summer months, but the Conmiittee recommends that the cupola be painted by outside contract at a cost of about $50.
Your Committee recommends for the future that the rooms shall not be rented to students other than those associated with the work of the College, and again emphasizes the need of addi- tional class rooms to accommodate the requirements of the four professors.
Your Committee would express appreciation towards the Ladies' Auxiliary for their unremitting and invaluable efforts, and would record the kindly and helpful interest shown by the principal.
Respectfully submitted,
Chas. Gurd,
June 5, 1905. Convener.
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LADIES' AUXILIARY REPORT.
The duties of our ladies have not been very onerous this year, as churches having rooms have not added to, or sent money donations to be spent on them. "We hope for a more generous response next year.
Our thanks are due to Mrs. S. H. C. Miner for a handsome carpet and mat, and to Lennoxville for a parcel of linen.
Dishes, kitchen utensils, cutlery, curtains, etc., as required have been purchased with undesignated money.
We will be grateful to Ladies' Aid Societies who will remem- ber us by money donations.
A most enjoyable and enthusiastic reception was given in October to Rev. Prof, and Mrs. Lyman by the Governors. At their request the Auxiliary took charge of refreslunents and decorations, to the evident satisfaction of all present.
There is still one bedroom and the sitting-room not adopted by any church, the sitting-room is very much in need of refur- nishing, carpet and furniture are all shabby ; sums of money for that purpose will be most acceptable.
(Signed) G. A. Gurd,
Secretary-Treasurer.
The Committee of the Young People's Lectureship Move- ment has pleasure in reporting that the Principal has secured as lecturer for the coming session Rev. Prof. Irving W. Wood, B.D., Ph.D., Professor of Biblical Literature and Comparative Religion in Smith College, Northampton, Mass.
Alex. McA. Murphy,
Secretary.
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE OF CANADA i5i
TREASURER'S REPORT.
The Financial Statements for the year, herewith submitted, are very encouraging. While we have to report a falling off in the subscriptions of all the Provinces, yet the increase from invest- ments has enabled us to meet the expenses and nearly pay the deficit of last year.
Ontario last year remitted from 38 churches $593.95, this year 37 churches $516.01. Only one church sent more than $40, viz., Ottawa First, w^hich increased their gift from $56 last year to $92.55 this year. I might also mention Ottawa, Welcome Zion, and the Western Toronto, also Stratford, churches that in the past could not see their way to help, but s,re now, while making great efforts to help themselves can reach out and help the work in general, the most of the Ontario churches have remitted smaller amounts.
In Quebec four churches have failed us this year ; last year nineteen churches remitted $921.58, this year fifteen remitted
$866.88.
In the Maritime Provinces last year thirteen churches re- mitted $102.52, this year six churches $70.30.
In the Northwest, Winnipeg and Victoria, last year, $111, this year, Winnipeg and Brandon, $69.50.
From the United States last year $10, this year $20.
Personal gifts from Ontario last year $123, this year $16.10. This is partly accounted for by Mr. B. W. Robertson giving two years' subscription, $100, last year.
In Quebec the personal gifts are not so large, because the donors, Mrs. Miner and Dr. Hill, to the annual deficit, were not called upon to the same extent this year.
The increase in interest is caused by a larger amount being invested, and invested in better paying securities, also by the
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fact that we had an extra dividend of $330 from the Dominion Coal Company preferred stock, which has been changed from an 8 to a 7 per cent, stock.
Interest on subscriptions is less, and will be less from year to year, as the subscriptions are paid.
We are again indebted to Mr. Robertson Macaulay for a do- nation of $120 for Bursaries, also to Mrs. Hill for $20 for prizes in elocution. This does not appear in the Financial Statement, as the amount did not pass through the Treasurer's hands. We have much pleasure also in reporting that Mr. Miner paid direct to the Congregationalist, the sum of two hundred and fifty dollars on behalf of the College.
On behalf of the Trustees ' Endowment Fund I have to report a decrease of $921.33. In the year 1902 Mr. A. C. Flumerfelt donated $5,000 par value of Hutcheson Company, Limited, do- ing business in Victoria, to the College. It was valued at $3,000,. one dividend was paid, but this year the stock has become worth- less. Mr. Flumerfelt took it back and gave us $1,000 cash in its place. This amount, with subscriptions paid, amounts to $2,078.67, leaving the deficit as above stated.
I have to report that all the investments are in good shape, also that the interest on unpaid subscriptions is being well met.
The amount of unpaid subscriptions is $6,477.60.
I herewith present the Financial Statements duly audited by Mr. Preble Macintosh, C.A.
The whole respectfully submitted,
Thos. Moodie,
Treasurer.
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE OF CANADA ig^
The Trustees of tke Congregational College of Canada, Montreal.
Dear Sirs^ — I beg to report having completed the audit of the books of the College kept by Mr. Thomas Moodie, for the year ended May 31st last.
The cash payments have been cheeked with vouchers and the interest on the investments duly credited.
I have seen the bonds and certificates for stocks as called for in the ^statement of assets, which I have signed.
Yours obediently,
Preble Macintosh,
Auditor.
1 64 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE OF CANADA.
Treasurer's Statement" for Year Ending May 31st, 1905.
CASH ACCOUNT.
RECEIPTS
Interest from Trustee's Endowment Fund $ 6,195 80
Interest from Subscriptions 505 63
Contributions from Churches, etc 4.393 69
Room Rent 282 25
Prizes 120 00
Student's Loan Repaid 40 00
Presbyterian College 15 00
Special Examination I 00
On account Sanders Property 200 90
On account Wardle Property 262 97
Balance 35 19
$12,052 43
DISBURSEMENTS
Balance from last year. $ 769 70
On account Teaching 7,966 00
Students 617 18
College Buildings 699 73
Management 817 98
Prizes 444 94
Convocation 38 80
Interest 2I0 25
Accrued Interest 487 85
512,052 43
REVENUE ACCOUNT
RECEIPTS
Interest from Trustees' Endowment Fund $6,195 80
Interest from Subscriptions 505 63
$6,701 43
Contributions — Ontario Churches 500 0 1
" Ontario Personals 16 00
Quebec Churches 866 88
" Quebec Personals 2,301 00
" For Current Deficit 550 00
" Maritime Churches 70 30
" Northwest Churches 69 50
" United States 20 00
4,393 69
RoomRent 282 25
Prizes 120 00
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165
Student's Loan « 40 00
Presbyterian College 15 00
Special Examination i 00
On account Sanders Property 200 90
On account Wardle Property..., 262 97
12,017 24
DISBURSEMENTS Teaching —
Principal's Salary $2,500 00
Interest on Residence 400 00
Professor Warriner 1,800 00
" Creelman l,8oo 00
" Lyman, 9 months 1,35000
Specials 116 00
$7,966 00
Students —
Proportion House Maintenance 587 18
Loan 30 00
617 18
College Buildings —
Proportion of Maintenance 350 00
Repairs 349 73
699 73
Management —
Office Expenses 416 07
Travelling Expenses 166 41
Legal Expenses 52 50
Insurance 183 00
817 98
Prizes 444 94
Convocation. . ' 38 80
Interest —
On Floating Debt due Endowment Fund I20 00
On Donations 70 00
On Library Endowment 2025
210 25
Accrued Interest repaid Endowment Fund 487 85
Balance 734 51
$ 12,017 24
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ENDOWMENT FUND CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE
OF CANADA.
Trustees' Statement for Year Ending May 31st, 1905.
RECEIPTS
Balance from last year...! $1,638 83
Subscriptions Paid 2,078 67
Morigages Paid 9,000 00
Collingwood Bonds Paid 3,000 00
Accrued Interest 487 85
$ 16,205 35
DISBURSEMENTS
Paid Dominion Coal Co. Preferred Stock $4,555 87
" Danville, Urbana & Champaign R'y Bonds 6,475 00
" Illinois Traction Co. Preferred Stock 500 00
" On account Sanders Property ' 200 90
" Loan to Provident Fund Society 400 00
Cash on hand , 4,073 58
$16,205 35-
ASSETS
Mortgages on Real Estate $50,762 00
Mortgages on Principal's Residence 8,000 00
Danville, Urbana & Champaign R'y 5 per cent, bonds cost 6,475 00
Illinois Traction Co. 6 per cent. Preferred Stock 500 00
St. Lawrence Investment Society 250 00
Colonial Investment & Loan Co 500 00
American Woolens Co. 7 per cent. Preferred Stock 3,741 31
Montreal Light, Heat & Power Co. 5 per cent, bonds 3,980 00
Ogilvie Milling Co. 6 per cent, bonds 13,191 '27
Dominion Coal Co. Preferred Stock 7 per cent 12,643 35
Loan to Congregational College of Canada 2,400 00
Loan to Provident Fund Society 400 00
Cash in Bank 4,073 58
1106,916 51 Assets, 1904 107,837 84
Decrease $921 33
THOMAS MOODIE, Treasurer.
Audited and found correct,
PREBLE MACINTOSH, Auditor. Montreal, June 1, 1905.
CONGREGATIONAL COLLEGE OF CANADA
COLLEGE CONTRIBUTIONS, 1904-5.
167
ONTARIO.
BELWOOD. Total $2 DO
BRANTFORD.
■Hartman, Mrs $ 35
.Ott, Mrs. John 4 00
. Oldham, Mrs. J. H 1 00
Wisner, Mrs. F 4 00
Wisner, Mrs. W. S 1 30
Wilkes, Mrs. J 2 00
Wilkes, Miss A 1 00
Yeigh, Henry 3 00
Total $16 65
BLRFORD. Total $4 30
COLDSPRINGS. .
Mr. Jas. Eagleson $1 00
Mr. Jas. Teney , .50
Mr. J. C. Rosevear 50
Mr. A. Da.vey 10
Mr. David F. Dines ...... 25
Mr.' W. J. Ash 50
Mr. Harriet Watt 25
Mr. Robert Wat'son 50
Mr. F. H. Davidson 25
A Friend 50
A Friend , 25
Mr. M. W. 'Linton 50
Total $5 10
EDGAR. Total $12 96
EMBRO. 1903-4 $30 00
FERGUS. Total $5 25
FOREST, LAKE SHORE. Total $2 00
FROME. Total $5 00
GEORGETOWN AND CHURCHILL.
R. J. Drysdale $3 00
Dr. L. L. Bennett 1 00
Mr. T. Finlay 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Leslie 1 00
Mrs. Albert Smith 1 00
Total $7 00
GUELPH. Total $20 00
HAMILTON, FIRST. Total $25 00
KINGSTON, FIRST.* Total $13 65
KINGSTON, BETHEL. Total $9 62
LANARK.
Rev. D. C. Mcintosh $10 00
T. B. Caldwell 5 00
Miss Maggie Watt 2 00
Geo. J. Hunt 1 50
Mrs. Thos. Watt 1 25
Miss Janet Watt 1 00
W. W. Craig 1 00
Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Grierson 1 00
James Watt 1 00
Mrs. A. Knovyles 1 00
W. M. Dorway 1 00
John A. Watt 1 00
Mrs. Wm. Stead 75
Wm. Graham 50
Miss A. L. Peacock 50
Nelson Affleck 50
Robt. R. Craig 25
*Too late, Kingston First $15 20
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CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
Eobt. Wilson 25
A.nonymous 25
Total $29 75
LONDON, FIRST.
Total $6 00
MAXVILLE.
Malcolm McDougall $1 00
S. J. McEwen 2 OU
J. W. Weegar 2 00
J. F. McEwen 2 00
Mrs. D. Kennedy 5 00
J. W. Kennedy 5 00
J. Sinclair 1 00
Mrs. D. P. McDougall ... 1 00
J. P. McDougall 2 00
Thos. McEwen 1 00
J. F. McEwen 1 00
Mrs. A. A. McEwen 1 00
J. A. McEwen 1 00
D. T. Munro 1 00
P. A. McDougall 50
Mrs. P. P. McDougall 50
A. P. McDougall 25
J. J. Eobertson 1 00
Mrs. I. Margerisison 50
Donald McEwen 1 00
A Friend 1 00
C. R. Sinclair 2 00
D. C. McDougall 1 00
G. H. McDougall 2 00
Donald McDougall 2 00
D. A. McEwen 1 00
Total $38 75
MIDDLEVlilLE, HOPETOWN AND ROSETTA.
Middleville $9 50
Hopetown 2 (35
Eosetta 4 00
Total $16 15
NEW DURHAM.
Total $2 00
OTTAWA, FIRST.
Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Chis-
uall $10 ..
Mr. H. Mor eland, Sr 5 00
A. T. Bailey's S. S. class. 5 OU
Rev. W. Mcintosh 5 00
Dr. D. C. McLaren . . 4 00
Mrs. W. H. Smith . 3 00
Mr. A. J. Stephens 3 00
Mr. R. Addison 3 00
Mrs. H. E. Hume 3 00
Mr. W. A. Lamb 2 00
Mrs. A. J. Stephens 2 00
Mr. J. H. Gervan : . . . 2 00
Mr. J. J. Wallace 2 00
Rev. John Wood 2 00
Mr. H. J. Eraser 2 bo
Mr. J. L. Payne 1 00
Miss M. Mumford 1 00
Mr. E. A. Stephens 1 00
Mrs. W. H. Hay 1 QO
Mr. A. T. Bailey 1 00
Dr. Quackenbush 1 00
Miss H. Wood 1 00
Mr. J. E. Andrews 1 00
Mr. E. G. Malcolm 1 00
Mr. J. A. Murray 1 00
Mr. F. W. Gervan 1 00
Mrs. W. Young 1 00
Mrs. James Jarvis 1 00
Mr. J. H. Hargrave 1 00
Mr. A. Ballantyne 1 00
Mr. A. E. Revell 1 00
Mr. A. H. Shearman 1 00
Mr. G. W. Dempster 1 00
Mr. F. Shirley 1 00
Mr. Ger. W. Bailey 1 00
Mr. Chas. Mumford 1 00
Mrs. Keir 1 00
Mrs. Langdon 1 00
Mrs. Vogle 1 00
A Friend 1 00
Mrs. A. Fraser 1 00
Mr. W. Thackray 1 00
Mr. Ernest Lamb 1 00
Mrs. Cooch 1 00
Miss B. Blount , . . 50
Mr. Walter Lamb 50
Miss Lily A. Bailey 50
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169
Mr. A. H. Jarvis
Miss Isabella Bailey . . . ' Miss Evelyn Gervan . . .
Mrs. Ruthven
Mr. W. H. Lamb
Mrs. McPherson
Mrs. R. Yule
Mrs. McGregor
Mrs. McEwen
Mrs. Malcolm McGregor
Mrs. W. York
Mr. Herbert Tyres .
Miss Watkins
A Friend
Mrs. George Lamb
50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 25 30
Mrs. J. B. Lamb 1 00
Miss Jessie Wheeler 1 00
Total $92 55
OTTAWA, WELCOME ZTON.
Total $4 20
PLYMTON.
Total $5 80
PARIS.
Total $6 00
RUGBY.
James Ball $2 00
Robert Anderson 2 00
Mrs. D. M. Harvie 2 00
Duncan Anderson 2 00
.John Johnston 1 00
Mrs. J. Langman 1 00
James Johnston 1 00
John Harvie 1 00
Small sums 83
Total $12 83
SCOTLAND. Total $12 75
SPEEDSIDE. Total * $5 00
STRATFORD. Total $6 50
TILBURY.
John Burgess $1 00
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Walker 1 00 Small sums 1 20
Total $3 20
TORONTO, BOND STREET. Total $40 00
TORONTO, ZION. Total $10 00
TORONTO, NORTHERN. Total $31 75
TORONTO, WESTERN. Total $10 00
TORONTO, OLIVET. Total $2 50
TORONTO, BROADVIEW AVE. Total . $2 25
WARWICK, EBENEZAR.
Total ... •• $3 00
Personals 16 00
Total $516 01
QUEBEC.
BRIGHAM.
Total $8 00
COWANSVILLE, '
W. F. Vilas $5 00
W. N. Hawk 2 00
F. E. Draper 1 00
Mrs. W. H. Watson 1 00
P. F. Ferguson 1 00
Total $10 00
DANVILLE. Total $35 00
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FITCH BAY. Total $3 87
GEANBY. Mr. and Mrs. 6. H. C.
Miner $25 00
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Mc-
Keclhnie 10 00
Eev. J. Lambert Alexander 5 00
Rev. E. K. Black 5 00
J. H. McCanna 5 00
W. E. Horner 5 00
W. W. Miner 2 00
Dr. D. K. Cowley 2 00
J. G. Fuller 2 00
J. M. Elkins 1 00
O. B. Streeter 1 00
D. M. Mitchell 1 00
Mrs. M. C. Warren 1 00
James Duncan 1 00
P. Kramer 1 00
Wm. Kay 1 00
Geo. E. Bowker 1 00
Y. P. S. C. E 5 00
Sunday school 2 20
Small sums 22 40
Total • $98 60
MELBOUENE.
Total $9 00
MONTEEAL, EMMANUEL.
G. B. Burland $50 00
Mrs. Henry Lyman 25 00
Henry H. Lyman 25 00
Thos. Moodie 25 00
B. B. Stevenson 20 00
Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Black. . 15 00
etas. Gurd 15 00
Chas. Alexander 10 00
Mrs. Fisher 10 00
J. B. Learmont 10 00
Alex. Scott 10 00
Eev. Hugh Pedley 10 00
John Macintosh 10 00
Arthur Birks 10 00
Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Eeid. 10 00 Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Owens 10 00 Gus. Harries 10 00
E. C. Jamieson 5 00
Mrs. F. E. Phelan . 5 00
Jas. Eobinson 5 00
Dr. and Mrs. D. F. Gurd . . 5 00 Mrs. A. and Miss Mc-
Lachlan 5 00
Wm. Seath 5 00
H. A. Layton 5 00
Mrs. and Miss Moss 5 00
C. F. Williams 5 00
P. Macintosh 5 00
A. H. Thomson 5 00
E. G. Brooks o 00
Dr. W. H. Warriner 5 00
Mrs. Theo. Lyman 3 GO
Geo. Lyman 2 50
Mrs. Geo, Eobinson 2 00
J. E. Cubb 2 00
Misses Blaekader 2 00
A. G. Gardner 2 00
W. E. Cu'shing 2 00
Dr. C. C. Burd 2 00
Mrs. Jo5^. Savage 2 00
«D, C. Barker 2 00
Miss Kate Mills 1 00
J. B. Sellars 1 00
A. G. S. Murphy 1 00
Mrs. W. Eeid 1 00
Miss Cochrane 1 00
Miss Clara Douglas 1 00
M. E. Leslie 1 00
E. J. Kennedy 1 00
Miss K. Douglas 1 00
G. Eamsden 1 00
Miss M. Baker 1 00
Mi'ss Muriel Gurd 1 00
Miss Olive Gurd 1 00
Walter Gurd 1 00
J. S. Sorley 1 67
Anonymous 2 20
iotal $378 37
CALVAEY.
J. E. Dougall $20 00
T. B. Macaulay ^ 15 00
Mrs. E. Macaulay 10 00
F. E. Dougall 10 00
Dr. E. M. Hill 10 00
Mrs. Dr. E. M. Hill 10 00
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171
€has. Gushing 10 00
Eev. J. McKillican 5 00
Miss 'McKillioan 2 00
A. Kerr 1 00
Mrs. Kerr 1 00
Mr. D. Har greaves 1 00
D. Coekran 1 00
Miss C. Eichardson 1 00
Mrs. Cross 1 00
Mrs. E. A. Munroe 1 00
Eev. E. H. Tippett 2 00
Geo. Hood 5 00
Eev. McLachlan 2 00
Total
00
MOXTEEAL BETHLEHEM.
Mr. and Mre. H. V^allance. . $5 00
Mr. and Mr's. A. E. Hanna 5 00
Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Box . . 5 00
Eev. and Mrs. Wm. Munroe 2 00
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Chime . . 2 00
F. H. Barwick 2 00
W. D. Lighthall 3 50
Miss Carnie 50
Total- $25 00
MONTEEAL, POINT ST. CHAELES.
"A Member" $1 00
Miss and M. E. Pritchard 50
Mr. G. Gibb ' . . 1 00
James Griffin 25
Friend 1 00
Mrs. Eenouf 60
Miss Malcolm 25
Friend 25
Wm. Sargeaut 1 00
Total $5 85
MONTEEAL, ZION. Total ■. . $26 00
STANSTEAD, SOUTH. Total $20 50
ST. ANDEEW'S. Total $22 70
SHEEBROOKE.
J. S. Mitcliell $10 00
Mrs. T. J. Tnck
A. S. Hurd
J. M. Jenckes
A. C. Skinner
Eev. and Mrs. Day
A. T, Nourse
T. M. Craig
Mis's M. J. Mitchell
Wm. McCulloeh
V. E. Hawes
Mrs. iVtcKechnie
A. S. McCaw
Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Abbott
W, E. Webster
John MeCuUoeh
C. MoKechnie
N. Dinning
A. W. Blue
J. A. McKechnie
T. C. Cowan
S. W. Jenckes
Anonymous
A. M. Sangster 1
J. H. Armstrong 1
Thos. Craig, Sr 1
H. Eansehousan 1
Miss Dickenson 1
Mrs. E. A. Powers 1
Jas. Sang'ster
H. S. Hubbard
Grace McLellan
00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 2 00 2 00 1 50 00 00 00 00 00 00 50 50 50
Total $90 00
ULVEETON. Total $12 28
Personals $2,301 00
Do., for current deficit 550 00
Total $3,717 88
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MAEITIME PROVINCES. KESWIGlv RIDGE.
Keswick Ridge $3 30
Scotch Lake 4 75
Beal Island and Queensbury 2 10 Rev. C. Moore 2 85
Total $13 00
LIVERPOOL. Total $3 50
SOUTH MAITLAND. Total $ 95
ST. JOHN. Rev. W. S. Pritchard . Collected
$2 00 8 00
Total $10 00
SHEFFIELD. Total $23 68
TRURO. Total $2 00
$53 13 Union, N.S. and N.B., two
years 17 17
Total $70 30
Too late, Chebogue, $5.00.
NORTHWEST.
BRANDON. Total $17 OO
WINNIPEG.
Total $49 5a
Personal, D. McP. 3 GO
Total $69 50'
UNITED STATES.
An Old College Boy $10 00
Rev. J. B. Silcox 10 00"
Total $20 OO
CONGREGATIONAi. COLLEGE Ot CANADA ly-^
ENDOWMENT FUND.— SUBSCRIPTIONS RECEIVED FOR YEAR ENDING 31st MAY, 1905.
Jas. Goldie, third and fourth payments. $150 00
Dr. F. A. Stevenson, seventh payment 50 00
A. MeA. Murphy, second and third payments 20 00
B. B. Steveason 5 00
Dr. and Mrs. D. F. Gurd 5 00
J. S. Sorley 1 67
Eev. J. T. Daley, fourth payment 5 00
J. H. and H. W. Pritchard 50
Wm. Carmiehael 1 00
Sheffield, N.B., Church, on account 4 00
T. Craig, Sr 50
V. E. Haw-es 2 00
Danville Church 4 10
T. B. Maeaulay, in full 500 00
South Maitland 2 20
Hugh Vallanee, fourth payment 100 00
A. C. Flumerfelt, in full 1,000 00
W. Bale, fifth payment 10 00
Eev. J. P. Gerrie, on account 12 70
Estate late J. C. Copp in full 200 00
ChadTvick Bros., fourth payment 5 00
Total $2,078 67
CONGREGATIONAL
PROVIDENT FUND SOCIETY
OFFICERS OF THE BOARD FOR 1905-1906
CHAIRMAN
CHARLES ALEXANDER, ESQ.
VICE-CHAIRMAN
C. R. BLACK, ESQ.
SECRETARY A. McA. MURPHY, ESQ. - 43 Jurors St., MONTREAL
TREASURER
THOMAS MOODIE, Esq. - 30 St. John St., Montreal
DIRECTORS
CHAS. CUSHING, Esq., Montreal H. J. ROSS, ESQ., Montreal CHAS. GURD, Esq., " H. O'HARA, Esq., Toronto
T. B. MACAULAY, Esq., " B.W. ROBERTSON, Esq., Kingston
PROVIDENT FUND 1 75
MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE
PROVIDENT FUND SOCIETY, HELD IN BOND
STREET CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH,
JUNE 8, 1905.
In the absence of the President of this Society, on motion Rev. Dr. "Warriner was appointed Chairman.
Mr. W. W. O'Hara, on motion, was made Minnte Secretary.
After prayer, led by Rev. Dr. Warriner, the minntes of the last annual meeting were read and confirmed.
Mr. Thomas Moodie, in the absence of Mr. A. McA. Murphy, read the Secretary's Annual Report.
Mr. H. J. Ross moved, seconded by R. W. McLachlan, that same be received and adopted.
The applicaticn of Rev. C. C. Claris to R. M. B. was pre- sented, and on motion the Secretarj^ was instructed to cast one ballot confirming same. — Carried. ,
It was moved and seconded that one ballot be cast by the Secretary, confirming the application of Rev. M. Kelly to W. and O. B. — Carried.
The Treasurer presented his report, the best in years, which it was then decided to receive and adopt.
Mr. R. W. McLachlan moved, seconded by Rev. A. Margrett, that the Directors receive the actuarial report as to value of assets to liabilities, and that Treasurer present same in conjunction with next annual report. — Carried.
Applications from Rev. G. EUery Reed and Rev. H. G. Rice to W. and 0. B., were presented. It was duly moved and sec- onded that they be received on the Secretary casting one ballot. — Carried.
Rev. A. Margrett moved, seconded by Rev. W. W. Smith, that the Directors be requested to arrange, if possible, that the Treasurer visit the churches on behalf of the Society. — Carried.
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Moved by R. W. McLachlan, seconded by Rev. A. Margrett, that the present Board be re-elected. — Carried.
Messrs. W. W. O'Hara and A. H. Vallance were appointed auditors.
After benediction by Rev. J. McKillican the meeting ad- journed.
FORTY-EIGHTH ANNUAL REPORT OF THE CONGRE- GATIONAL PROVIDENT FUND SOCIETY.
Your Directors, in submitting this report have pleasure in recording the following encouragements : —
An increase of about 95 per cent, in the amounts of the annual contributions.
An increase in the value of the assets of both branches of the Society.
An increase in the number of subscribing churches.
The addition of the following members (to be confirmed at present meeting) , viz. : —
Rev. C. C. Claris, to R. M. B. ; Rev. Matthew Kelly, to W. and 0. B.
Your Board regrets to record the death of Rev. John Wood who, for many years, was an annuitant of the Retired Ministers' Branch, and who leaves behind him a memory, fragrant with kindliness and loyalty of service.
Your Board, in pursuance of instructions from the last annual meeting, carefully considered the attitude of the Society towards members who removed from Canada, and came to the unanimous conclusion that the present by-laws, both justly and generously cover the situation and should be maintained.
PROVIDENT FUND IJ J
There are fourteen beneficiaries in the W. and 0. B., viz. : —
Rev. C. E. Boltcn Rev. W. W. Smith W. T. Gunn, M.A., B.D. " S. Sykes
D. Macallum " M. Kelly
J. McKillican " J. T. Daley, B. A.
A. Margrett " W. Mcintosh
G. Skinner " W. Collins W. H. Warriner, D.D. " H. Pedley, B.A.
There are six beneficiaries in the R. M. B., viz. : — Rev. W. H. Wan-iner, D.D. Rev. J. T. Daley, B.A.
" W. Mcintosh " H. Pedley, B.A.
" A. Margrett " C. C. Claris
The annuitants in the W. and 0. B. remain as before, v'iz. : —
Mrs. Climie Mrs. Hindley
" Peacock " Allworth
" Sanderson
Those in the E. M. B. are: —
Rev. J. Unsworth Rev. D. Macalluin
" R. K. Black " W. W. Smirh
" S. Sykes
Your Board recommends that Sections 2 and 3 of By-lay III., AV. and 0. B., be made clearer in interpretation by adding- the qualifying sentence, "To apply only in cases where the wife of beneficiary is alive."
There are twenty-seven contributing churches th';s year, against eighteen in 1903-04.
While this indicates a growth of interest, it also registers a plea for a further and more general response.
In this connection your Board urgently recommends that the churches agree upon a systematic presentation of the vari- ous causes of our denominational work — and suggests that De- cember be designated as P. F. S. month.
The Society is at present administrating a valuable — though
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from force of circumstances a somewhat modest trust. It pre- sents, however, the nucleus of really large and attractive possi- bilities.
In anticipation of your generous prayers and sympathetic practical responses.
Respectfully submitted,
Alex. McA. Murphy,
Secretary.
TREASURER'S REPORT.
Your Treasurer has to report the best year for many years. In the Widows' and Orphans' Branch $1,000 has been car- ried to capital account, leaving $317.04 to credit of revenue ac- count, after paying all claims.
In the Retiring Ministers' Branch $250 has been added to capital, leaving $182.09 to credit of revenue account.
All the investments are entered at their cost and not at the market value, and all are in good condition.
The Financial Statements, duly audited are herewith pre- sented.
The whole respectfully submitted,
Thos. Moodie,
Treasurer.
PROVIDENT FUND
179
CONGREGATIONAL PROVIDENT FUND SOCIETY. Treasurer's Statement for Year Ending May 31, 1905.
WIDOWS' AND ORPHANS' BRANCH.
RECEIPTS
Balance from list year $1,584 55
Interest and Dividends .. 1,782 13
Collections 104 17
Beneficiaries ., IIO 00
On account Mortgages 1,342 50
Loan from Congregational College 400 00
Loan from R. M. Branch 1 07 26
I 5,430 61
DISBURSEMENTS
Paid Annuitants $ 796 00
Expenses 134 61
Bonds, etc 4,500 00
5,430 61
ASSETS
DinvrlUe, U/bana & Champaign Binds at 92 1-2 $ 925 00
S;. Louis Traction Bonds at 85 3,400 00
540 Shares Montreal Loan & Mortgage Co. stock at $25.00 13,500 00
14 Shares Real Estate Loan Co. of Canada, valued at 385 00
Mortgages on Real Estate 8,05993
$26,269 93
Less Loan from College $40000
R. M. B 107 26
507 26
$25,762 67 Assets, 1904 24,587 48
Increase $1,175 19
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RETIRING MINISTERS' BRANCH
RECEIPTS
Balance from last year $ 1.374 75
Interest and Dividends 464 91
Collections ^ 324 89
Beneficiaries 34 00
$2,198 55
DISBURSiMLNTS
Paid Annuitants $ 600 00
Expenses 47 10
Bonds 925 00
Loan to W. & O. Branch 107 26
Balance Cash in Bank 519 19
$2,198 55
ASSETS
Danville, Urbana & Champaign R'}' Bonds at 92 1-2 $ 925 00
56 Shares Montreal Loan & Mortgage Co. stock at $25.00 1,400 CO
13 Shares Real Estate Loan Co. of Canada, valued at 357 50
Mortgages on Real Estate ........; 5,64840
Loan to W. & O. B , 107 26
Cash in Bank 519 19
J 8,957 35
Assets, 1904 8,725 65
Increase $ 231 7a
THOMAS MOODIE, Treasurer. Audited and found correct,
G. S. WILSON )
Montreal, June 1st, 1905.
, Auditors L. L. LEET J
PROVIDENT FUND
I«I
PROVIDENT FUND SOCIETY CONTRIBUTIONS. '
WIDOWS' AND ORPHANS' BRANCH.
QUEBEC
Cowansville, 1903-4 $ 2 50
Cowansville, 1904-5 8 75
Fitch Bay...: 50
Montreal, Bethlehem 10 00
Montreal, Calvary ... 3 50
Montreal, Emmanuel 58 50
St. Andrews, 1903-4 6 17
$89 92
ONTARIO
Brantford | 10 25
Warwick, Zicn 2 50
Watford..., i 50
$ 14 25 Total ,$104 17
RETIRED MINISTERS' BRANCH.
QUEBEC
Cowansville $ i 50
Danville 8 25
Fitch Bay 2 95
Melbourne 7 55
Montreal, Bethlehem 5 00
Montreal, Calvary 16 75
Montreal, Emmanuel, 1903-4 2 00 Montreal, Emmanuel, 1904-5 123 25
Montreal, Zion 5 25
St. Andrews 13 00
Stanstead South 10 25
Ulvarton 7 70
$203 45
ONTARIO
Fergus
Frome
Hamilton, First ...
Lanark
London, Southe rn
Maxville
St. Catharines
Speedside
Toronto, Broadview Ave.
Toronto, Northern
Toronto, Olivet
Warwick, Zion... ...
Watford
Victoria
Union Communion Col..
i 2 00
4 00 20 00 20 16
3 00 15 00 10 00
5 50
1 00 14 21
3 67
2 50 I 50
5l02 54
5 00
13 90
Total
Granby, (received too late
for the reports)
Kingston, First
$10 00 7 60
CANADA CONGREGATIONAL
WOMEN'S BOARD OF MISSIONS
OFFICERS FOR 1905-1906.
PRESIDENT MRS. (REV.) D. MACALLUM - 320 Earl St., KINGSTON
VICE-PRESIDENT AT LARGE MRS. MOODIE - - 185 Mance St., Montreal
VICE-PRESIDENTS (EX-OFFICIS)
The Presidenls of Branches.
SECRETARY MRS. J. D. NASMITH - 207 Bloor St. East, TORONTO
ASSISTANT SECRETARY MRS. H. W. BARKER - - 12 Si mr sen Ave., Toronto
TREASURER MiSS EMILY THOMPSON - 27 L nden St., TORONTO
SUPERINTENDENTS OF DEPARTMENTS
Organization Mrs. Macalliim and Mrs. Watson
Home Mission Supplies Mrs. Macalh'm
Foreign Mission Supplies Miss Edith Clarke, 207 Blccr St. E., Toronto
Literature Mrs. Wilkes, 179 Dalhousie St., Brantford
Missionary Reading Miss Ricnardson, 4909 Sherbrooke St., Montreal
Scattered Members Mrs. Robeits, 543 Dovercourt Road, Toronto
Editor of Leaflet Mrs. M. Savage, 22 Seymour Ave., Montreal
Temperancs Mrs. Sanderson, Danville
Librarian Mrs. A. A. Murphy, ^,18 Guy St., Montrea 1
WOMEN'S BOARD OF MISSIONS xS^
ANNUAL MEETING.
The Nineteenth Annual Meeting of tha Woman's Board con- vened in Emmanuel Church, Montreal, on Thursday morning, June 1st, at 9 :30 o 'clock, with delegates present from Forest, Frome, Brantford, Toronto (Northern and Olivet), Kingston (First), Ottawa (First and Welcome Zion), Maxville, G-ranby, Dannville, and from all the Montreal churches. There were also present Mr. and Mrs. Bell, who have been associated with Mr. Currie in his work at Chisamba, and Miss Christina McDougall, of Maxville, who has been laboring in India. Mrs. Macallum, the esteemed President, occupied the chair. The morning was devoted to hearing from the different branches of the Board as to the work done during the year.
London Branch seems to have taken a new lease of life; its report, given by Miss Rawlings, spoke of a most encouraging Branch meeting held on May 23rd, at London, also of a new Y. L. Society and Mission Band formed at Forest.
Guelph Branch, though not represented at the Convention, sent a cheery and hopeful report through its Secretary, Miss Johnston. A new Mission Band has been formed at Speedside.
Paris Branch, as usual, was ably represented, and its report given by Mrs. Wilkes for the Secretary, Mrs. Edmonson, was bright and encouraging. Paris Branch seems to have solved the problem of keeping the different auxiliaries in touch with one another — a problem which is puzzling some of the other branches.
Toronto Branch has closed a year of quiet and steady work, unmai"ked by any special occurrence save the reorganization of Zion Auxiliary.
Ottawa Branch had not held meetings as a Branch, but re- ported work done by its several auxiliaries. This branch in- cludes Maxville Auxiliary, which has given so many mission-
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aries to various parts of the foreign field.
Quebec Branch is large and very much scattered, including all the auxiliaries in Quebec Province. The Branch Secretary- appears to keep the auxiliaries in touch, and the plan of hold-
» mg alternate meetings in town and country seems to work well.
Reports were also given from Kincardine and \Yingham. We understand that the London Branch purposes taking these aux- iliaries, which have been bravely struggling with difficulties, under their fostering care.
Thursday afternoon was fully occupied in hearing reports from the different officers of the Board, beginning with Mrs. Ma- callum's address, "Seeing Him "Who is Invisible," which was listened to with much attention.
The Secretary gave a synopsis of the work, both at home and abroad. Reference was made to the progress at home, as marked by the organization of several new societies, and to the work abroad, at Chisamba, Smyrna and Ceylon.
The Treasurer reported rather less money donated for the work of the Board than last year, but considering the amount raised by the women of our churches for the Jubilee Fund we have no reason to feel discouraged. The figures are $3,106.59 as against $3,277.88.
The Editor of the "Leaflet" has made a new departure in the shape of a larger paper with better type. She hopes it may be favorably received by the auxiliaries, and that the circulation may be greatly increased.
On Friday morning after the opening exercises, conducted by Mrs. Bell, the reports of the different departments of work were given by the respective superintendents. One department, that of Systematic Giving, was discontinued, and its place taken by a department of Temperance, with Mrs. Sanderson as super- intendent.
women's board of missions 185
The following plan of the work for the year was adopted: —
(1) The work in Chisamba, West Central Africa, including the support of the Misses MeJville and Miss Diadem Bell ; the Board 's share of station expenses ; the purchase of the organ needed at the station; and (possibly) the completion of a house for the Misses Melville.
(2) The work in Miss Macallum's boarding school, Smyrna, to which the sum of $7Q was voted in continuance of the scholar- ship.
(3) The support of a nurse and cot in Dr. (Scott's hospital, Manepay, Ceylon ($50).
(4) The usual grant of $600 to the C. C. M. S., to be used as they, in their judgment, deem best.
(5) The Forward Movement in the Northwest, no definite sum being promised, but the amounts sent in to be used for the work among the Scandinavians at Wetaskiwin.
Last year's officers were re-elected, and Mrs. H. W. Barker, Toronto, was appointed Assistant Secretary.
A memorial service for the late Mrs. John Wood was held in the afternoon. Mrs. Dr. McLaren conducted this service, and paid a tender and loving tribute to Mrs. Wood's memory.
• Mrs. Wood M^as one of the four charter members of the Wo- man's Board, and the first to be called home.
The evening meeting was presided over by Rev. Hugh Ped- ley, and after a few happy words of greeting from himself, he called upon Mr. Bell, who once. more delighted us for over an hour with his views of Chisamba and its neighborhood. After closing devotional exercises the Convention was adjourned.
1 86 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK
SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT
RECEIPTS
Balance from 1904 $ 816 16
Contributions fiom all Sources 3,106 59
$ 3.922 75
DISBURSEMENTS
Pledged Work , $2,298 99
Special 927 65
Expenses ^ 79 25
Balance Cash on Hand 616 86
$ 3.922 7S
WOMEN'S BOARD OF MISSIONS
-OF-
NOVA SCOTIA & NEW BRUNSWICK
OFFICERS FOR 19051906
HONORARY PRESIDENT
MRS. A. JENKINS - - Yarmouth, N.S.
PRESIDENT MRS. C. MOORE - - Keswick Ridge, N.B.
1ST VICE-PRESIDENT
MRS. J. COX - - - Truro, N. S,
2ND VICE-PRESIDENT MRS. COLLINS - - Brooklyn, N. S.
3RD VICE-PRESIDENT MRS. PRITCHARD - - St. John, N.B.
SECRETARY MISS IDA BARKER - - Sheffield Academy, N.B.
TREASURER MISS F. ROBERTSON - - St. John, N. B.
SUPERINTENDENT MISSION BANDS MISS MARY MITCHELL - - Keswick Ridge, N. B
CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
ANNUAL MEETING.
The session of the Board opened in Pleasant River, July 7th, with devotional service conducted by Mrs. C. H. Dearborn.
Regular meeting called to order by Mrs. C. Moore, President.
The following committees were appointed: —
Nominating 'Committee — Mrs. James Tupper, Mrs. Ball, Mrs. Alex. Godfrey.
Plan of Work Committee — Mrs. C. H. Dearborn, Mrs. Will- ard Godfrey, Mrs. Pritchard.
Resolutions Committee — -Mrs. Collins. Mrs. A. J. Fancy, Miss Chandler.
Finance Committee — Mrs. George Whyte, Mrs. Bell, Mrs. Grafton Godfrey.
Address of Welcome, Mrs. Fancy, responded to by Mrs. McLeod, her address being read by Mrs. Collins.
Secretary's and Treasurer's reports read and adopted; also Superintendent of Mission Bands.
The President then gave her annual address, her subject be- ing "'Our Plain Duty.''
At 2 :30 p.m., devotional service led by Miss Leora Fuller, after which regular business was resumed, the President pre- siding.
A very interesting paper, written by Miss Mary Mitchell, subject, "Opportunity." was read by Miss Flewellmg. A letter was read by Mrs. Ball from Mrs. McEwen, Brazil, also portion of another by Mrs. Dearborn.
.Report of Finance Committee read and ordered to be placed in hands of Treasurer.
Tlie following recommendations were adopted: (1) That we
women's board oi missions of n. s. and N. B. J go
pledge the sum of $300 to our home work.
(2) That we pledge $275 to our African work.
(3) That $13 be expended for the printing- of 200 reports with the revised constitution to be distributed among the aux- ilaries. Also that Mrs. Dearborn be a committee to look after this work.
(4) That Mrs. Jenkins, of Yarmouth, be appointed to receive all dues, etc., contributed by different Societies and send to the American Board and to forward to the Mission Station at Chis- amba, the expenses on same to be paid for by auxiliary sending them in advance to Yarmouth.
At 7 -.45 Praise Service, led by Mrs. Pritchard. Paper on "Home Missions" by Mrs. Hendry. Trio, "Ninety and Nine." Address by Rev. J. K. Unsworth, entitled "The Heroism of Missions. ' '
After the usual hearty votes of thanks and singing "From Greenland's Icy Mountains," the meeting adjourned to meet at Milton, N.S., in July, 1906.
Ida Barker,
Secretary.
1 90 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
• REPORT OF TREASURER
For Year Ending with May 1905.
RECEIPTS
Balance from 1904 $ 72 31
Contributions = 502 38
Bank Interest I 24
f 575 93
DISBURSEMENTS
Home Missions $ 220 52
Foreign Missions 178 26
Mrs. McEwen 42 35
Mrs. McEwen, ( 1904) 1031
Mr. Gunn, (1904) 62 00
Reports 13 00
Congregational Year Book 12 25
P. O. Orders I 59
P. O. Order and Stamps 26
Cash in Bank 35 39
$ 595 93 FLORENCE M. ROBERTSON, Treasurer
Audited and found correct.
LOUISE C. DEARBORN, Auditor.
CONGREGATIONAL
PUBLISHING COMPANY
PRESIDENT MR. H.- O'HARA - - 30 Toronto St., Toronto
VICE-PRESIDENT MR. C. J. COPP, M.D. - - 96 Wellesley St., Toronto
SECRETARY-TREASURER MR. WILLIAM MCCARTNEY - 507 Ontario St., Toronto
DIRECTORS
MR. H. O'HARA
" JAMES SMITH " GEORGE PIM " CHAS. GUSHING, B.C.L. REV. J. K. UNSWORTH, B.A. .
MR. C. J. COPP, M. D.
" WILLIAM WOODLEY
" H. W. BARKER
" WILLIAM MCCARTNEY
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FROM THE MINUTES.
The annual meeting of the Canada Congregational Publish- ing Company was held in Bond Street Congregational Church, Toronto, on the afternoon of June 9, 1905, Dr. C. J. Copp, Vice- President, in the chaii*.
The meeting opened with prayer by Rev. J. W. Pedley. after which the minutes of the last annual meeting were read and approved.
The Directors presented the following report: —
REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS.
Your Directors beg to report that owing to the liabilities of the company the publication of the "Canadian Congregation- alist" was suspended from June 30 to November 1, 1904. Since the latter date the above publication has appeared every Thurs- day under the editorship-in-chief of Rev. W. E. Gilroy, B.A.,. and the co-editorship of Mrs. J. D. Nasmith, Revs. W. T. Gunn, M.A., B.D. ; F. J. Day, B.A., B.D". ; T. B. Hyde and Messrs. A. McA. Murphy and H. W. Barker, to all of whom we desire to express our warm appreciation for the efforts they have put forth to further the interest of our paper.
Also we desire to thank those who have so liberally contribut- ed articles to our columns, apart from the regular editorials, and trust these brethren will continue their support and be joined by others that our paper may ever increase its standard of use- fulness to our denomination.
We regret sincerely the withdrawal of Rev. F. J. Day from, our editorial staff. His weekly reports have added much to the paper, and we trust someone will be found to contribute as loyally. We take pleasure in the fact that all our subject mat- t r is now under the control of our editors and that we have a
CONGREGATIONAL PUBLISHING COMPANY ig-y
loyal Congregationalist as our publisher in the person of Mr. W. Edwin Mertens. Our subscription list now numbers 803 names, of whom 318 are in arrears. We thank our subscribers for their assistance in revising the subscription list.
Owing to the late appearance of the Year Book your Direc- tors thought it desirable to send copies to the various churches proportionate to the membership roll with requests that they be ■disposed of. The result has been the sale of 580 copies with 188 copies still to hear from. The increase in price, to twenty-five cents, was necessitated by advanced prices for printing.
We desire to thank the C. C. Missionary Society, the C. C. Foreign Mission Society, the C. C. College in the person of S. H. C. Miner, Esq., the Central Executive of the Jubilee Fund and the Western Association for their necessary subsidies to our paper. Also Rev. John McKillican and the Maxville Church, Hev. W. S. Pritchard, Eev. R. K. Black, Rev. D. C. Mcintosh, -Mr. Wm. Woodley and the Western Church, Toronto, Mr. C. J. Spencer and Mr. H. O'Hara for special subscriptions amount- ing to $47, to the liabilities of 1903-04 account. This has helped us to present the favorable financial statement herewith sub- mitted.
It was moved by Rev. W. W. Smith, seconded by Rev. Prof. "Warriner, that the reports which have just been read be received and adopted. In doing so, both these gentlemen spoke in highly appreciative terms of the editor. The motion was carried unanimously.
Discussion then followed regarding the paper and' the Year Book. It was suggested that an agent should be appointed in each church, not only to obtain subscriptions, but to supply the papter from time to time with church news. Rev. J. K. Uns- worth suggested the elimination from the. Year Book of the postal information.
It was moved by Mr. E. J. Joselin, seconded by Rev. J. T.
J3
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Daiey, that the following named gentlemen be the Directors for the coming year : — Messrs. Henry 0 'Hara, James Smith, George Pim, C. Gushing, Rev. J. K. Unsworth, Wm. Woodley, H. W. Barker, William McCartney, and Dr. C. J. Copp.
The meeting adjourned after the projiouncing of the bene- diction.
The Directors met after the annual meeting when the fol- lowing officers were elected: — President, Mr. Henry O'Mara^ Vice-President, Dr. C. J. Copp ; Secretary-Treasurer, Mr. Wil- liam McCartney.
Mr. H. AY. Eaikcr rctcd as Secretary pro tem.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT.
RECEIPTS FROM AUG. 1ST, I9O4, TO MAY 3 1 ST, I905
Balance on hand $ 61 61
Canada Congregational Missionary Society, subsidy 250 00
Canada Congregational Foreign Missionary Society, subsidy 100 00
Canada Congregational College, subsidy (per S. li. C. Mine^ ) 250 uo
Central Fund Committee of Jubilee Fund, subsidy 200 00
Western Association 25 00
Balance from Year Book account, 1904-05 26 15
Special Subscriptions to Liabilities, 1904 47 00
Subscriptions 563 00
Advertisements 159 50
$ 1,682 26
DISBURSEMENTS
Editor $ 70 00
Printer 868 00
Advertising Annual ^Meeting 2 25
Postage, etc 20 53
Rev. H. F. Thomas, in full 91 56
Arbuthnot & McMillan, Limited, in full 168 85
Estate of Mr. John C. Copp, (return of monies advanced) 93 93
Balance on hand 3^7 I4
$1,682 26
CONGREGATIONAL PUBLISHING COMPANY
YEAR BOOK ACCOUNT
195
RECEIPTS
Balance Year Book IQO3-04 $ 91
Printing Reports 1904-05 291 50
Advertisements 64 GO
Sale of Year Bocks 156 15
Bank Interest 79
$ 513 35
DISBURSEMENTS
Editor, Rev. H. F. Thomas, M.A $ 70 00
Printing and Binding Year Book, 1904-05 371 68
Express, Postage, Exchange 45 52
Balance to Congregational Pub. Co 26 15
$ 513 35
ASSETS
Printing reports of Year Book, 1904-5 $ 33 50
Promises to Debt Fund 1904 103 00
Cash on Hand 367 14
$ 503 64 Also Returns from 188 Year Books still on sale. 318 Subscribers in arrears of subscriptions.
Charles J. Copp, M.D., Wm. McCartney,
Vice-President. Treasurer.
I hereby certify that I have examined the vouchers with cash book and audited same, and found above correct.
E. J. JOSLIN, Auditor. June 6th, 1905
196 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
MANITOBA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA.
Winnipeg, Central. — Rev. James L. Gordon ; building brick, sittings 900, value $35,600; parsonage valued at $4,500. Under pastoral care, $1,200; membership, 327. Receipts, $12,442.50. Church free from debt.
• Brandon.— Rev. T. A. Munroe, B.A.; settled 1903. Build- ing frame, and valued at $3,000. Roseville also supplied.
Saltcoats, Man. — Rev. W. T. Morris, pastor. Welsh church.
Wetaskiwin, Alta. — Rev. 6. A. Sanden, pastor. Swedish church. Other appointments also supplied.
Vancouver, First. — Pastor, Rev. John Simpson. Build- ing frame ; sittings 500.
Vancouver, Knox. — Rev. Merton Smith, pastor. Member- ship 300.
Victoria. — Pastor, Rev. H. A. Carson, B.A., settled 1904. Membership of church 64; building valued at $1,200.
The churches of this district are formed into an Association of British Columbia and the Canadian Northwest. (See Con- gregational Institutions.)
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCHES iQ7
NEWFOUNDLAND.
Home Missionary Society in connection with the Colonial Missionary Society. President, Rev. J. Thackeray, St. John's. Treasurer, Mr. John Cowan, St. John's. Secretary, Mr, W. J. Barnes, St. John's. Population, 1901, 220,984.
FORTUNE BAY
DATE OF FORMATION MINISTER AND DATE OF SETTLEMENT
Belleoram, 1901 Rev. J. Middleton, 1901.
Pool's Cove, 1875 ^
Turnip Cove, 1875 I
Lake's Beach, 1875 >Rev. H. J. A. MacDermott, 1904.
Bay du Nord, 1901 j
Doctor's Harbour, 1901 )
Little Bay East, 1888 \ Rev. E. A. Rumball, 1903.
Anderson s Cove, 1901 J
St. John's, 1775 Rev. J. Thackeray, 1897.
TRINITY BAY
Middle Lance Cove, 1872 ^
Snook's Harbour I -r, tt t-» ixruv t^^-,
BurgoyneCove ( R'"' H- D- Wh.tmore, 1902.
/
Quarry. Twillingate, 1877 Vacant.
The mission yacht "Christian Endeavor" works alon^ 130 miles of coast in Fortune Bay.
198 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK
CHURCH LETTERS.
Of Dismission :
This certifies that is a member in good and regular
standing of Church of . As such
is at own request, hereby dismissed, and affectionately
recommended to the fellowship and care of the Church
of , and, when received by it, membership
with this church will cease.
By vote of the church,
, Clerk.
, A.D. 19—.
(Please inform this church as soon as the bearer of this letter has been received into membership.)
Letter of Introduction : To whom it may concern:
This may certify that the bearer, , is a member in
good and regular standing of the Congregational Church in
. Expecting to be absent from us for some time, and
desiring Christian intercourse during absence,
is hereby affectionately commended to the occasional communion
and fellow of any Church of Christ with which , in
the providence of God, may desire to worship.
, Pastor or Clerk.
(Date.)
To Ordain or Recognize or Install a Minister:
The Congregational Church in to the Congregational
Church in , sendeth greeting :
Beloved Brethren, — The Great Head of the Church has kindly united us, and the congregation statedly worshipping with us, in the choice of Mr. (Rev.) A. B. as our pastor and teacher, and he has accepted our invitation to that office. We,
CHURCH PROCEEDINGS <.gg
therefore, affectionately request your attendance, by pastor and
delegate, at , on the day of — next, at
o'clock, , to examine the candidate, and ad- vise us in reference to the same; and if judged expedient, to assist in the ordination (recognition or installation) exercises. Wishing you grace, mercy and peace.
We are fraternally yours,
,{Sere insert names of committee of the church, also the nam.es of the churches invited.)
[This form may be altered and used for the ordination of one to the ministry, b\it not as a pastor. ]
Order of Procedure in Council :
Good order requires proper organization and procedure, that the best interests of all parties concerned may be secured. The following order of procedure may be observed.
(1) Reading of letter missive, usually by the oldest pastor present.
(2) Election of temporary moderator and scribe.
(3) Making Roll of Council.
(4) Election by ballot of permanent moderator and scribe, provided a quorum be present; if a quorum be not present, adjournment to a fixed time and place.
(5) Devotional exercises.
(6) Reading records of action of parties touching the calling of the Council.
(7) The business specified in the letter missive.
If it be the ordination, installation or recognition of a minister, then :
200 CONGREGATIONAL YEAR BOOK.
(8) The candidate's certificate of church membership, his licensure or credentials of ministerial standing, and, in case of recognition or installation, his call, and acceptance to the pas- torate. If these are found satisfactory, then :
(9) The examination of the candidate in beliefs, Christiatt experience and fitness.
(10) The Council vote to be by themselves for action upon the examination, and the advice to be given. If the Council advise the church to proceed, a committee is appointed to arrange with the church and candidate the parts in the public services.
(11) Announcement to the church of the action of the Council.
.(12) Reading and approval of the minutes. (13) Order of public services.
a. Reading of minutes.
b. Introductory Prayer.
c. Scriptural Lesson.
d. Sermon.
e. Prayer of Ordination, Recognition or Installation. /. Right Hand of Fellowship.
g. Charge to the Minister.
h. Address to the People (omitted, except in cases of
pastors, and sometimes then). i. Benediction. [Hymns interspersed as desired.]
)THTESTn'
OF
Congregational Churches.
STATISTICS OF CONCRE
FOR YEAR ENDING
NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW
NAMES OF CHURCHES.
NAMES OF MINISTERS.
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Beach Meadows
Chebogue
Economy
Keswick Ridge
Kingsport (Emanuel)
Liverpool
Lower Selmah
Noel
South Maitland
Margaree
Milton
Pleasant River
Hemford
St. John
Sheffield
Truro
Yarmouth, Tabern'cle
Wm. ColUns \
Wm. ColUns /
W. E. Baker
Vacant
Churchill Moore
D. W. Purdon
Geo. W. Ball
F. W. Main ^
A. W. Main \
A. W. Main J
S. J. Wilson
S. W. Anthony
I. A. Rose \
I. A. Rose r
W. S. Pritchard.B.A.
B.D
Geo. M. Whyte
J. W. Cox, B.A
Vacant
1890 1905
1904 1905
1890 1859 1894
1882
1905 1905
1905
1893
1885 1877
1902 1903 1894
1901
1905 1905
1905
1904
Harley C, London, E. C.C.C
C.C.C
England . C.C.C... .
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LondonE.&Belfast,I. C.C.C
C.C.C.
C.C.C, McGill, Chic. T
Sem
1902 C.C.C
1900 C.C.C. and McGill
7 8 9 10
175 100
60
75
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180
40
125
100
150
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260
60
150
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1600 . .'305 3705 36 7 19 12
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f 31ST, 1905.
UNSWICK— Table No. 1.
BERSHIP.
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18
19
20
45 \ ,36
111 42 45
138
'964
Bap- tisms.
Sunday Schools.
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12 12
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16 40 56
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14 80
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MONEY RAISED.
32 33
36
$20 00
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10 00 25 00
49 80
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NAMES OF CHURCH SECRETARIES.
W. H. Godfrey. H. A. Mouzer.
O. O. Morrison.
J. W. Jewett. ^Ben.iamin Tupper iM. E. Dexter.
B. S. Anthony.
Martin O'Brien.
Mrs. Cyrus Fisher.
Walter Cranton.
A. J. Fancy. T. W. Johnston.
J. W. Flewelling. E. C. Burpee. Alice Archibald. .J. D. Dennis.
STATISTICS OF C07VC/ r^^riOM C
FOR YEAR end: ;;liV ilsi. » NOVA SCOTIA AND NJ ^SfilN^^^lCK-T**
NAMES OF CHURCHES.
NAMES OF MINISTERS.
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W. E. Baker
Vacant
Churchill Moore
D. W. Purdon
Geo. W. Ball
F. W. Main ^
A. W. Main \
A. W. Main J
S. J. Wilson
S. W. Anthony
I. A. Rose \
I. A. Rose /
W. S. Pritchard,B.A.
B.D
Geo. M. Whyte
J. W. Cox, B.A
Vacant
1890 1905
1890 1859 1894
1882
1905 1905
1905
1893
1885 1877
1904 1905
Harley C, London, E. C.C.C
C.C.C
England . C.C.C... .
1902 1903 1894
1901
1905 1905
1905
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Sam
1902 C.C.C
1900 C.C.C. and McGill.
Bangor Theo. Sam. .
LondonE.&Belfast.I. C.C.C
C.C.C.
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60
75
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40
125
100
150
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10
500 240
(No 170 400 200 325 50 100 150 250
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260
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GATIONAL CHURCHES
MAY 31ST, 1905. BRUNSWICK— Table No. 1.
Membership.
Bi S 16:17 18
Bap- tisms.
<l <
Sunday Schools.
h':?;
38l56 12 36
33 62
48
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63
30
24
41
60
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39i72 111l 1]. . 40 18124 42 . .1 ljl4 8 37 45 7j. .1 5 .. . .a38 . . 4 35
964
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7
16 40 56
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NAMES OF CHURCH SECRETARIES.
35
W. H. Godfrey. H, A. Mouzer.
O. O. Morrison. J. W. Jewett. Benjamin Tupper M. E. Dexter. B. S. Anthony. Martin O'Brien. Mrs. Cyrus Fisher. Walter Cranton.
A. ,J. Fancy. T. W. Johnston.
J. W. FleweUing. E. C. Burpee. AUce Archibald. J. D. Dennis.
QUEBEC-
NAMES OF CHURCHES.
NAMES OF MINISTERS.
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Brigham
Cowansville
East Farnham
Danville
Durham (Ulberton) . .
Danby
Eaton
Franklin Centre
Fitch Bay
Brown's Hill
Crystal Lake
Hatley Brook
Granby
J. J. Hutchinson. W. H. Watson...
South Ridge
Melbourne
Montreal, Zion
" Emmanuel.. . .
" Calvary
" Westmount. . .
Ft. St. Charles
" Amherst Park
Sherbrooke
Stanstead South St. Andrew's. Waterville. . . Eustis. .
A. F. Pollock, B.D. R. G. Watt, B.D...
Church closed.
George Skinner.
.1903 1884 1899
1897 1901 1897 1900
1882 1901
J. Lambert Alexander,
B.D
Recently transferred to
R. G. Watt, B.D
H. G. Rice, B.A.,B.D. Hugh Pedley, B.A
E. H. Tippet, B.A
Wm. Munroe
Wm. R. Harvey
W. J. Davey
F. J. Day, B.A., B.D..
G. EUery Read
B. W. Day
Galen H. Craik, B.A...
1897 Bri
1897 1901
1877
1900 1900
1904
gha
1900
1901
1900
1902
1902
WHERE TRAINED.
Re- ligious Services
Church
Addi- tions.
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C.C.C. and OberUn.. C.C.C. and OberUn.
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C.C.C. and Chicago. .
1896 1893 1862 1892
C.C.C. and OberUn... .
McGiU and C.C.C .
C.C.C. and McGiU.. . . .
Wes. CoUege & McGiU .
C.C.C. and McGiU... .!.
1902;c.C.C I.
1905 Student C.C.C... I.
1896 C.C.C. and McGiU.. . .|. 1895 C.C.C...
1898 1892
c c c
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275 300
340 200
200
600
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250 13 7 400, 10 6 800 5 11 225 8, 4 3 14 10 3 6
350 500 115 375 275 94 500
5,799
93 60
11 12
2 . . 4 4
7 10 1 2
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17 18' 19 20 21
38
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45 20 55; 32
130
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30 18
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23 17 25 12
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592
45
79
25
51 34
1991 148
172
200
133
200
55
100
90
40
90
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Young People's
Societies.
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NAMES OF CHURCH SECRETARIES.
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
$13 00;. . . . 38 00 13 9
57 00 261 2
21 00;. .i. .
55 00
35 00
194 00 30
206 00,40
127 00 26
113 00 30
130 00 . .
71 00 Ne
96 0058
43 00
47 00 U
75 00
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56 00
53 6
40 . . 38! 3 30' 2
240 00,
60 00' 28 00
ciety
ociety
269 15 $409 00
15 15
6' 6
12 12
4 4
18' 18
7 80 87
33
T. Smith.
Frank E. Draper.
James Riddle.
Miss Lou R. Mountain.^
Mrs. L. S. Brown.
J. G. Fuller.
.John Alexander.
W.W. Brevis, 203 Prince Arthur.
A.R.Grafton, 100 St. Famille.
Geo. McGarry, 208A St. Antoine.
W. D. Lighthall, 14 Murray Ave.
M.E.Pritchard, 180 Congregation
N.Parker, 570 Alma St., St. Louis
A. S. Hurd, K.C.
J. tj. Baxter, Derby Line, Vt.
W. R. Hibbard.
Lars Larson.
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NAMES OF MINISTERS.
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WHERE
TRAINED.
Chi
Addi- tions.
Ayer's Flat, Boynton
Brigham
Cowansville
East Farnham
Danville
Durham (Ulberton) . .
Danby
Eaton
Franklin Centre
Fitch Bay.. .
Brown's Hill
Crystal Lake
Hatley Brook
Granby
J. J. Hutchinson. W. H. Watson...
South Ridge
Melbourne
Montreal, Zion
" Emmanuel.. . .
" Calvary
" Westmount. . .
Pt. St. Charles,
" Amherst Park
Sherbrooke
Stanstead South
St. Andrew's
Waterville
Eustis
A. F. Pollock, B.D. R. G. Watt, B.D...
Church closed.
George Skinner.
J. Lambert Alexander,
B.D
Recently transferred to
R. G. Watt, B.D
H. G. Rice, B.A.,B.D Hugh Pedley, B.A. . .
E. H. Tippet, B.A. . .
Wm. Munroe
Wm. R. Harvey
W. J. Davey
F. J. Day, B.A., B.D..
G. EUery Read
B. W. Day
Galen H. Craik, B.A...
.^1903 1884 1899
1897 1901 1897 1900
1882 1901
1897 Bri
1897 1901 1877
1904
1900 1900
Student C.C.C... Glasgow
C.C.C. and Oberlin.. C.C.C. and OberUn.
.C.C.C.
1896 1893 1862 1892
C.C.C. and Chicago.. . m
1900 C.C.C. and OberHn . . .
1901 McGill and C.C.C
1900 C.C.C. and McGiU... .
1902 Wes. College & McGill 1902 C.C.C. and McGiU.. . .
. 1902 n.C.C
J 1905 Student C.C.C...
1896 C.C.C. and McGill....
1895 C.C.C
1898 1892
c c c
c!c!c!'and'McGiil.
.Ti
275 300
340 200
200
600
10
250 13 400. 10 800 225 350 500 115 375 275 94 500
5,799
93! 60 36 45
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•ItoE[F.>:
11 12
2 4 4
7 10 1 2
4| 3
2 3
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■1134 ij; . .
1 59 9315.
I 89 Ii4l3
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(4120 194'2
10 45 75 2
pi 13313
127 50 6
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TJ4 85..
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Table No. 1,
! Membership.
5 Q
15 16 17
23 31
. .. 77
52 98 150 14' 23 37
15 23 38
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Miss Lou R. Mountain.j
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6 6 John Alexander.
3 3 W.W. BrcAas, 203 Prince Arthur. A.R.Grafton, 100 St. Famille. Geo. McGarry, 208A St. Antoine.
II 1 W. D. Lighthall, 14 Murray Ave. 12 12 M.E.Pritchard, 180 Congregation
4 4 N.Parker, 570 Alma st.,St. Louis 6 6A. S. Hurd, K.C.
1 4 J. tr. Baxter, Derby Line, Vt. 3 3W. R. Hibbard. 18' 18 Lars Larson.
7 80 87
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Re- ligious Services
Addi- tions.
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1 Alton
2|Barrie
SlBelwood
4 Bo wman ville .
5 Brantford.. . .
6 Burford.
Churchill
Cobourg
Coldsprings
Dalston
Edgar
Embro
Fergus
Forest (Central) .... Forest (Lake Shore)
Frome
Garafraxa
Georgetown
(3uelph . . . .-
Hamilton, First
Hamilton, Immanuel..
Howick
Humber Summit
Kincardine
Kingston, First
Bethel
Calvary
Lanark
Listowel
London, First
Southern
Max\dlle
St. Elmo
Bloomington
Middleville
Hopetown
Rosetta
New Durham
North Erin
Ottawa, First
" Welcome Zion
Pine Grove
Plympton
Paris
Renwick
Rugby
Scotland
Speedside
St. Catharines
Stratford
Tilbury
Toronto, Zion
Bond St
Northern . . . .
Western
Olivet
Parkdale
Broadview. . .
Warwick, Zion
Ebenezer. . . .
Watford
Kingscourt
Wingham
Woodstock
Astor R. Schrag
J. G. Hindley
Supply
Wm. Hipkin
F. B. Harrison
Thos. Liggette
R. J. Drysdale
A. Margrett
A. Margrett. . . .
Charles C. Claris
Charles C. Claris
Wm. T. Gunn,M.A.,B.D W. H. L. Marshall.. , .
G. A. Mackenzie
A. B. Imrie
A. B. Ross, B.A
Mr. Roadhouse
R. J. Drysdale
P. C. L. Harris, B.A. . J. K. Unsworth, B.A..
1904 1904 C.C.C. and Queen's. . .iStudent C.C.C
1885 1904' 1903! 189711902 1901'1902 189111904 189lll904 19021904 1902 1904 1892 1898 1902 1902
E. Hallwell
Vacant
D. M. Solandt,B.A.,B.D
Geo. A. Lowes
D. C. Mcintosh, B.D.
D. S. Hamilton, B.A.
W. H. A. Claris
Jas. T. Daley, B.A....
lohn W. Pate
John W. Pate
John W. Pate
Thomas Leggette. . .
Closed
Wm. Mcintosh
H. I. Horsey
E. Halhwell
Geo. A. MacKenzie..
B. B. WilUams
Vacant
C. C. Claris
C. E. Bolton
W. H. L. Marshall..
W. W. Smith
J. P. Gerrie, B.A. . .
Vacant
E. D. Silcox
Jas. L. Gordon
T. Bradlev Hyde... . J. W. Pedley, B.A . . H. F. Thomas, M.A.
W. E. Gilroy, B.A.
M. Kelly
A. B. Imrie
M. Kelly
M. Kelly
Disbanded
1898
1899
1901 1894 1887
1903 1903
1898 1886
1894 i891
1897
1874 1896 1903 1898
1902 1882 1902 1865
1873 1898 1890 1885 1893
1900 1896
1896
1904 1904 1902
1902 1903 1900
Elmfield &Notti'gh'm Amherst and Yale. .
Queen's
C.C.C. and Knox....
Private
Private
C.C.C. and Oberlin. C.C.C. and Oberlin.. C.C.C. and McGill . . Bible Training School
Private
Not ordained
C.C.C, McGill.. . .
Supply
C.C.C, Knox
Mount Allison. . . . C.C.C. and McGiU.
1903 1903
1903 1895
1901 i899
1904
1902
1894 1896 1904 1904 1904
1904 1903 1902 1903 1904
Bible Training Schooll
Private. Oberlin.
C.C.C. and McGiU.
C.C.C Union, N.Y. Methodist
Private.
C.C.C
C.C.C
Bible Training School Private
C.C.C. and Oberlin...
C.C.C
Bible Training School
C.C.C. and McGill.
1904 C.C.C
ISOO Private
1893 Northfield & Chicago. 1899 C.C.C. and McGill.. .. 1898 Knox
1900 Toronto & Vic. Uni.
1904 C.C.C
1904 Private
1904 C.C.C
150
250 350 500 220
350 '200
500
225
400 416
75 108
93
170 300 235 70 200 120 100 1.100 54 650 750 35 500 3
9 10 11 1-2 13 U
16
1
1 1
2 1 1 .2
10
700 24
176 3
75 4
250 4
15 1
141 2 6
5 i: 4
6l 3'
12963 2891115 621130
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1 11 1 21
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27
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24
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80
115
125
225
26 36
107 97 96
106
127
122
22 21
28 35
159 97 15 34 93
48 55 58 27 30 25
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129 56 36 76
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158
225
275
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170
182
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153 00
62 00
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29 00 19 00 60 00
47 00 10 00 46 00 33 00 14 00 89 00 279 00
21 00
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175 00
10 00
64 00
150 00
120 00
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16 00
65 00 20 00 51 00
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120 00
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Bap- tisms.
24
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NAMES OF CHURCH SECRETARIES.
33
Joseph Dods
R. H. Thomas
David Johnston.. . ."
Mrs. R. Freeland
•!W. A. Hollinrake
2 Henry Cox
1 H. Gibbens, Acton
7j A. Hayden
6 J. PI. Davidson, Camborne..
• 'J. N. Baldwin
5 W. J. Thompson
• John Ross
2 Mrs. Janet Anderson
3|W. W. Kemn
•'John E. McGhee
2^G. W. Firth
• Job Ransom
1 R. B. Barber
4 Mr. Flo Waters
■ Charles Duff, 216 York St..
10
136
. .IJ. W. Wallis, Wcodbridge. . . .. Miss A.J.McCallum,Tiverton.
2 Dr. A. W. Richardson
• • I George Mills, Jr
16 James Judson, Patrick St... . 10 Geo. J. Hunt
F. A. Chapman, 91 Dundas N. A. Imrie, 697 King St.. . Mrs. J. P. McDougall
A. R. Mclntyre.
.lohn Gunn
S. R. Craig
Phihp Kelly...
E. L. Day, First Avenue
Mrs. F. Z. Jeffery, Woodbridge
J. K. Cairns, Camlachie
P. Buckley
10
160
C. S. Harvie, OriUia
M. Halliday
Mrs. J. L. Benham
W. Bishopric
Geo. S. Edgecombe, Romeo. . .
Henry Burgess
Wm. Freeland, 107 Spadina rd
John Hewitt, Seaton St
E. J. JoseMn, 45 Charles St . . .
D. Eccles, 20 Bellevue Ave.... D. L. Graham. 87 Hazelton av.
L. W. MacKenzie,39 Saulter. Sarah McCormick, Warv^dck. .
D. D. Brodie, Forest
Mabel Howden
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NAMES OF MINISTERS.
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2!Barrie.
3
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6
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Bowman ville. ...
Brantford
Burford jThos. Liggette,
Churchill |R. .J. Drysdale
9 10 11 12 1.3 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
Astor R. Schrag. J. G. Hindley.. . .
Supply
Wm. Hipkin. . . . F. B. Harrison.. .
Cobourg
Coldsprings
Dalston
Edgar
Embro
Fergus
Forest (Central) .... Forest (Lake Shore).
Frome
Garafraxa jMr. Roadhouse
Georgetown 1 5- J- Drysdale
A. Margrett A. Margrett. . . . Charles C. Claris Charles C. Claris Wm. T. Gunn,M.A.,B.D. W. H. L. Marshall G. A. Mackenzie. .
A. B. Imrie
A. B. Ross, B.A..
Guelph
Hamilton, First
Hamilton, Immanuel. .
Howick
H umber Summit
Kincardine
Kingston, First
Bethel
Calvary
Lanark
Listowel
London, First
Southern
Maxville
St. Elmo
Bloomington
33 Middleville
34 Hopetown
35 Rosetta
36 New Durham
37 North Erin
38 Ottawa, First
39 " Welcome Zion
40 Pine Grove
41 Plympton
42 Paris
43 Renwick
44 Rugby
45 Scotland
46 Speedside
47 St. Catharines
48 Stratford
49 Tilbury
50 Toronto, Zion
51 " Bond St
52 " Northern. . . .
53 " Western
54 " Olivet
55 ' ' Parkdale
56 " Broadview. . . 58 Warwick, Zion
58 " Ebenezer. . . .
59 Watford JM. Kelly
Kingscourt jM. Kelly
60 Wingham Disbanded
61 Woodstock
P. C. L. Harris, B.A. J. K. Unsworth, B.A...
1904
1885
1904 C.C.C. and Queen .Student C.C.C
1904'Elmfield &Notti'gh'm 1903|Amherst and Yale
1897ll902'Queen's
1901i 1902, C.C.C. and Knox
189111904 Private
189111904 Private
1902' 1904 C.C.C. and Oberlin
1902 1904 C.C.C. and Oberlin
1892 1898iC.C.C. and iMcGill
1902 1898
1899
1902 1904 1904 1902
1901 1894
1887
E. Hallwell
Vacant
D. M. Solandt,B.A.,B.D.
Geo. A. Lowes
D. C. Mcintosh, B.D.
D. S. Hamilton, B.A.
W. H. A. Claris
Jas. T. Daley, B.A....
John W. Pate
John W. Pate
John W. Pate
Thomas Leggette. . .
Closed
Wm. Mcintosh
H. I. Horsey
E. Halhwell
Geo. A. MacKenzie. .
B. B. WilKams
Vacant
C. C. Claris
C. E. Bolton
W. H. L. Marshall..
W. W. Smith
J. P. Gerrie, B.A. . .
Vacant
E. D. Silcox
Jas. L. Gordon
T. Bradley Hyde... . J. W. Pedley, B.A, . H. F. Thomas, M.A.
W. E. Gilroy, B.A.
M. Kelly
A. B. Imrie
1903
1903
1898 1886
1891
1897
1874 1896 1903 1898
1902 1882 1902 1865 1888
1873 1898 1890 1885 1893
1900 1896
1896
1902 1903 1900
Bible Training School
Private
Not ordained
C.C.C, McGill
Supply
C.C.C, Knox
Mount Allison
C.C.C. and McGill
1903
1903
1903 1895
1901
1904
Bible Training School
Private Oberlin
Methodist
1902
i894 1896 1904 1904 1904
1904 1903 1902 1903 1904
C.C.C. and McGill
C.C.C. Union, N.Y
Private
C^C.C.'..'
C.C.C
Bible Training School
Private
C.C.C. and Oberlin...
C.C.C
Bible Training School
C.C.C. and McGill.
1904 C.C.C.
1900 Private
1893 Northfield & Chicago.
1899 C.C.C. and McGiU
1898:Knox
1900 Toronto & Vic. Uni
1904 C.C.C
1904 Private 1904C.C.C...
Table No. 1.
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NAMES OF CHURCH SECRETARIES.
16 17 118,19 20 21 22
46
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48 200 60
59 2
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84 11
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David Johnston.. .
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W. A. HoUinrake
Henry Cox
H. Gibbens, Acton
A. Hayden
J. H. Davidson, Camborne.
J. N. Baldwin
W. J. Thompson
John Ross
Mrs. Janet Anderson
W. W. Kemvi
John E. McGhee
G. W. Firth
Job Ransom
R. B. Barber
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Charles Duff, 216 York St.
26 36
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106
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16 00
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16 James Judson, Patrick St... . 10 Geo. J. Hunt
84
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20
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54
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104 00
65 00
5 00
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John Gunn
S. R. Craig
Phihp Kelly. . . .
159 97 15 34 93
74 196 40 44 50
65 127 30 28 40
150 00
120 00
40 00
16 00
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Mrs. F. Z. Jeffery, Woodbridge
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P. Buckley
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225
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170
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M. Halhday
Mrs. J. L. Benham
W. Bishopric
Geo. S. Edgecombe, Romeo. . .
Henry Burgess
Wm. Freeland,107 Spadina rd
John Hewitt, Seaton St
E. J. Joselin, 45 Charles St . . .
D. Eccles, 20 Bellevue Ave.... D. L. Graham .87 Hazelton av.
129 56 36 76
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Liverpool 1761
8 Lower Selmah
59jNoel 1875
10 South Maitland 1875
lllMargaree 1826
12 Milton No
13 Pleasant River 1846
14Hemford 1877
15, St. John 1846
16 Sheffield 1763
17 Truro [1891
18 Yarmouth (Tabernacle) .|1848
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250
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350
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2,200 ...... 2,200 None
3.000 1,2001 4,400; None
3,000 4.000 1,000 1,500 1,500 1,500
1,500 1,100
10,000 3,000 1,200
18,000
750,
1,500
1,000
1,500
2,66o
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2,500 None 1,1001 None.
10,000; 2,000 8,000 None 1,200 350
20,000 None
$70150 $3,950
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2 Brig'aam
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4 Dauville
5'Darham. (Ulverton)
6|Eitoa
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S^Fitch Bay .
9|Gra'iby
10 'vlalbDariia
lll'vloatreal, Zion
12 " BiitQanuel. . . .
13 " Calvary
14 " W33fcia3ant. . . 15: " Pt. St. Charles. 13 " Ara'isrst Park..
17j3a3r'oro3ke
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19] St. Andrews
20 WaterviUe
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1852, 1829 1837 1835
Brick
B.&S. Brick Wood Wood
160 400 250 200 300
Yes
Yes
1859 1830 1837 1832 1875 1877 1893 1891 1893 1835 1816 11833 11831
Wood Brick Brick Stone Stone Brick Brick Brick Wood Brick Wood Brick Brick
350 350 600 750 500 250 500 175 400 250 200 230
200 Yes Yes Wood
10 i 11
Brick Brick Brick
Yes Yes
No Yes
Wood Brick
12
84,000
10,000
8,000
2,000
2,000
13
$600 2,000 2,000
Brick
Yes
Yes
Wood Wood
Yes
Briok'^
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes Yes 1,500
8,000
6,000
20,000
160,000
25,000
16,500
4,000!
3,2001
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5,000 4,000, 6,000
1,300 2,000 2,200
4,500 2,500
2,000
$4,600
12,000
10,000
2,000
2,000
15
300
500
2,800 10,000
8,200
20,000 8,000 160,000 6,000
25,000
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4,000]
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19,500 3,300
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4,0001
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$319,3001 $21,000
Table No. 2.
[CHURCH FINANCES.
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$27 ;00 72 00
$8 00, 7 00,
$13 00 $606 00
^3 00' 1,835 00
235 00 1,555 00
I 371 00
$306 00 235 00
$33 00
95 00
1 i3S3 00
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3,926 00
6,129 00'
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1,204 00
I 326 00
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3-f423 00
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5 00
10 00
5 00
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116 00
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411 2,466 1,301 5,302 21,536 2,873 5,100 1,317
408 5,451 1,818
819 1,229
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232 00 lestate.
2,878 00,
11,750 00
' 887 00,
3,318 00 .
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Brantford
Burford
Churchill
8 Cobourg
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11 [Edgar
12:Embro
13'Fergus
14 Forest (Central)
15 Forest (Lake Shore) . . .
16|Frome
17]Garafraxa
18, Georgetown
19,Guelph
20 Hamilton, First
21| " Imnaanuel...
22 Howie k
23|Humber Summit
24 Kincardirne
25 Kingston, First
26, " Bethel
27(. " Calvary
28, Lanark
29Listowel
30 London. First
311 " Southern
32 Maxville
33 Middelville
34 Hopetown
35 Rosetta
36 New Durham
37 North Erin
38, Ottawa, First
39 " Welcome Zion.
40 Pine Grove
41 Plympton .
42 Paris
43 Renwick
44! Rugby
45 Scotland
46 Speedside
47 St. Catharines...
48 Stratford
49|Tilbury
50 Toronto. Zion.
51
52
53
54
55
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18391 1882 1868 18391 18341 1835i 1838 1835 1835' 1894' 1841' 1872, I869I 1864 1884 1819 1856 1842 1835 1835
1853 1855 1849 1874 1889 1853
18371
Bond St. . .
Northern. .
We.stern. . .
Ohvet
Broadview .
Parkdale... 57|Warwick, Ebenezer. .
581 •' Zion
59iWatford
60 Wingham
eiiWoodstock
1835 1852:
1852 1852 1852'
1860 1896| 184r 1891
1848'
1844 1835 1845 1874 1844 1861 1834 1848 1867 1875 1876 1877
18591 1839 1869
250 250 200 250
450
Brick Brick Brick Brick Brick Wood, 200 Wood 150 Brick 350 Brick ! 200 Prick ! 200 Brick 250 Erick 450 Wood I 200 Brick Brick
Brick ; 200 Brick i 200 Stone ! 250 Stone ! 400 Erick 500
8 2
10 I 11
12
13
Yes! Yes!
Brick
! Brick Wood
225 I 160
Wood \^ ood Stone Brick Wood 175 Stone , 260
150 Yes 250 '
cOO ' 4C0 '
No ' Yes
Brick Brick
Yes' Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Brick Yes Yes Brick '
Yes'
$2,500l 4,000 l,2C0l 8,CG0!
17,CC0' 2,600 1,OCO 4,5C0 2,500 2.CCO: 2,5C0
13.CC0! 3C0! 2,CC0' 1,CC0' 3,£C0l 1,500
t,cco! ic.cco!
17.CC01
81,500
1,200 1,200
2,000 2,500
i.eco
1,5C0
I Wood I Yes Y'es
Wood I Yes Yes
4C0I
?C0
25.CC0;
8,CC0
1,5C0
6,500
SCO 1,CC0
1,000
Erick j 775 Yes
2O,0CO
200
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Stone Wood, 150 Wood ! 150 Erick Clos'd Brick Wood Brick Wood Brick
250 Yes Yes Wood, Yes Yes'
CO " i " iWood: " I " !
3,000 3,000 1,200 1,200 3,CC0
1,500 SCO
14
$2,6C0l 4,GC0 1.2C0 8,CC0
17,CC0 3.£ro l.CCO 5,7C0 3,7C0 2,CC0 4,£C0
15. ECO 3C0 2,CC0 l.CCO 5,1C0 3,CC0 9,CC0
lO.CCO
17,CC0
4C0 1,700 26.CC0. 8,CC0 1,£C0 7, SCO,
20,OCO|
4,600 . 3,8C0l, 1,2C0'. 1,2C0 . 3.CC0 .
400 Yes Yes Brick Yes, Yes
225' " ! " 1 1....I....
200 ■• 1 " ' Woodl Yes, Yes
1?0: " " i
500| " " Brick Yes Yes
Wood I 200 Yes Yes
Wood I 200
Stone i 350 "
Wood I 200| " : "
Brick I 300; " ; "
Wood 1 125; " ■'
Brick i 700 " t " Stone 1400
Brick Brick Brick Brick
Wood Brick Brick
600, 800 700i 500.
120 Yes 200, ' 300
,Yes
Biick Wood Brick
Yes' Yes
Wood
Yes' Yes
14,5C0| 2,500,
4,7C0^
2,0e0' 800 800 . .
13,000] 4,00
700 2,6C0 1,£C0
SCO 12,000
eso
35,CC0 70,C00 30,000 32,000 40,000 10,000
1,0C0 1,6C0 1,800
17.C(C 4,7CO 2,gC0
no
17,0CO
300 1,500 2,000, 1,500
700!
2,£C0i
2,4C0
2,4C0|
13,SC0
950
35,CC0
70,C00
30,CC0
32,000
40,CC0
10,000
SCO'
1,500:
3,£C0'
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* Janitor's House.
Table No. 2.
CHURCH FINANCES.
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$45 00! 507 00! |
' $35 66 |
$834 00 1,035 00 291 00 510 00 2,244 00 586 00 325 00 1,242 00 589 00 165 00 448 00 |
$366 00 242 00 9 00 |
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93 00 |
78 00 325 00 495 00 |
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65 00 |
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5 66 36 66 2.5 06' |
48 00 4 00 22 00 |
47 66 7 00 12 00 |
5,047 00 3.809 00 |
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5 00 5 00 |
1 00 6 00 |
1 00 1 00 |
2 00 |
226 00 657 00 200 00 837 00 420 00 960 00 2,734 00 4,385 00 |
160 o6 ■7606 63 00 823 00 338 00 |
30 00 219 00 2i8 '66 |
166 66 |
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5 o6i 4 00 40 00 25 00 |
10 00 7'66 56 00 |
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5 00 5 00 10 00 |
26 00 20 00 |
101 00 36 00 88 00 |
80 00 ■39 00 |
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25 00 62 OOl |
100 00 93 00 |
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13 00 14 OOi 16 00 |
13 00 |
36i 66 2,291 00 1,231 00 1,007 00 |
■ 'i49 '66 253 00 |
46 00 618 00 |
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14 00 26 00 30 00 21 00 |
21 00 |
6 00 |
6 00 40 00 |
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1,207 00 66 00 |
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9 06, 7 06 |
6 66 24 66 |
16 00 |
5,015 00 2,589 00 |
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64 06 136 06 |
115 00 90 00 12 00 |
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59 00 |
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9 00 92 00 1 4 00 2 00 6 00 |
i32 66 17 00 8 00 3 00 10 00 |
j iis 66 |
750 00 120 00 |
2,913 00 228 00 |
6,246 00, 2,707 00 1,054 00 251 00 149 00, 27 00 244 00 2,075 00 617 00 |
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265 00 |
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2,000 00 |
18 00 29 00 |
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294 00 |
5 06 is 66: 12 00 1 13 00 20 00 4 00 5 00, 6 00 |
14 00 54 00 10 00 5 00 8 00 12 00 11 00 |
338 6o 974 00 1 556 00 ........ , 376 00 1 934 00 282 00 1 3,652 OOl 2,933 00 7,595 00' 79 00 ) 9,946 OOi 5,487 00 >; 7,732 00 2,730 00 ), 7,460 00! 4.203 00 |
115 00 137 00 138 on 155 00 566 00 120 00 |
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847 00 493 00 341 OO |
10 00 35 00 15 00 |
24 00 3 00 10 00 |
6 OC !'"5'6c |
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166 00 |
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3 OC 5 00 10 OC 25 00 40 OC 1 32 OC 10 00 10 OC |
10 00 12 00 )' |
r i76 60 308 00 |
16 00 1,500 00 240C |
1 i58 OC 34 OC 33 OC 4 OC 23 OC |
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) 97 00 ) 39 00 |
364 OC 41 00 15 OC |
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Depositary. 102 Yonge Street, Toronto.
HENRY O'HARA H. R. O'HARA W. J. O'HARA
H. O'Hara & Co.
STOCK and DEBENTURE BROKERS, FINANCIAL AGENTS.
Special Attentioiv given to Member of
Church and Parsonage Loans Toronto Stock Exchange
OFFICE ^n X^«^*,*^ C* HT^ *^ phone
MAIN 915
30 Toronto St., Toronto.
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^ Perhaps you are not acquainted with the Company's attractive and profit-earning policies.
% Drop a line to Head Office, Montreal, and you will receive by return niail literature that will explain. ^ ^^^'-^
% The Company's remarkable progress is a tell-tale that the Company has policies the people want.
^j The motto "Prosperous and Progress- ive" means what it says.
^ You should share in the Conipany's prosperity.