Publications.
—Three of the “Letters to a Clergyman,” by the late Rev. John Newton, were reprinted separately in leaflet form in 1912 by Messrs. Farncombe & Son, Ludgate Circus, E.C. Copies may be had of these edifying Letters (at least of Letter I.), from Rev. Henry Atherton, Secretary of Sovereign-Grace Union, 100 The Grove, Camberwell, London, S.E., price 1d. each, postage extra. Mr. Atherton also has copies of a valuable extract from the writings of the late William Huntington, S.S., entitled “The Excellency of Prayer.” Mr. Huntington describes in choice language the nature and benefits of true prayer. Copies of the leaflet may be had “free for distribution.” It can be easily folded up, and sent in a letter to a friend.
The late Rev. Thomas Connellan.
—There passed away in Dublin, early in January, one who did sincere and active service for many years in the Protestant cause, namely, the Rev. Thomas Connellan. Mr. Connellan was an ex-priest. He was the editor of a monthly called “The Catholic,” which contains vigorous articles against Popery. He is succeeded in his work by his brother, the Rev. Joseph Connellan.
Edinburgh and Sabbath Desecration.
—A Society, which wishes to provide concerts of sacred and secular music on Sabbath afternoons, for the supposed benefit of soldiers from overseas, has applied to the Edinburgh Town Council for the use of the Synod Hall in Castle Terrace. It is lamentable to observe that the Town Council has granted the application. According to report, the Society’s deputation stated that they had the support of two prominent Churchmen (Dr. Wallace Williamson and Dr. Kelman) in their efforts. Another, and new evil that is appearing in Edinburgh and elsewhere is the cultivation of ground, on the Lord’s Day, that has been allotted by Government to increase produce during the War time. Citizens are to be seen publicly digging and delving on the day which should be devoted to holy rest. Some are raising protests against the profanity, but their words are little regarded. The civil law (framed in other times) is also against it, but it is to be feared the law will not be enforced. The Lord of all seeth, and will judge in due time.