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...book does not enter the field of minute detail and criticism; it is "for those who would rather understand than judge him." Mr. Brown writes of his character charitably but without bias; he does not attempt to diagnose his faults or condone his vices, but he does not dwell upon them with distorting emphasis. The Creek and Seminole wars, the battle of New Orleans, the history of Jackson in politics are entertamingly fold and one comes partly to understand that influence which he held over so many in his time, and which softened even his enemies, to their consternation...
...Sacraments are not, in their outward form, to be viewed as essentials of Christianity. They have been altered again and again, and by the Friends and others, discarded. Yet in some form or another they must abide. We may dwell on the Sacraments generally, Baptism, and the Lord's Supper...
...dwell upon all the men of whom I speak, nor can I talk of all the forms of oratory that show the habits of men in dealing with their fellow men. You represent a race which, while it does not produce the first quality of oratory as yet, still has the vigor and energy of oratory for its own. We can only admire, not closely imitate, the fine oratory of other peoples. I have seen Victor Hugo, even though he read his speech, cause in his audience the rise and swell of an enthusiasm of applause such as I have...
...were not pursuing any geological study, as well as those who were taking courses in that branch of science. Of late years Prof. Shaler has been unable to take charge of the trips in person, and the announcement made this morning is consequently very gratifying. We cannot dwell too strongly upon the profit and enjoyment to be gained from a geological excursion under Professor Shaler, who is at the same time an eminent scientist and a delightful companion...
...following anthems were sung by the choir: "Ye shall Dwell in the Land," Hainer; "The God of Harvest Praise," Pearce; solo, "Not a Sparrow Falleth," Gilbert...