Word: roach
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...declared for the " open church "-i. e., receiving members from other communions without immersion. Along with this " heresy," Dr. Woelfkin declares that he believes in evolution, and thinks that the church should try to elevate the theatre, not obliterate it. He is assailed by conservatives like Drs. John Roach Stratton and J. Frank Norris, as subverting Baptist faith and morals. The controversy assumes importance because the annual Northern Baptist Convention will be held at Atlantic City on May 22, and this " open church " question disturbed last year's convention at Indianapolis. Dr. Woelfkin is in no danger...
Mark Kent, as Jerry, the "gent", and Houston Richards as a dope field got the most out of picturesque parts. As the proprietress of a low-life Chinese pleasure palace, Miss Roach by her gestures and pronunciation added color to a colorful characterization...
There was just the proper touch of comedy in the acting, although the dialogues were wont to drag at times. The opening scene between Miss Roach and Miss Laying, two country spinsters, was thoroughly amusing, yet without exaggeration. Mr. Kent as Eben Gooch furnished an excellent bit of acting, with his dry humor, kindliness, and philosophy. Mr. Gilbert's part was not difficult and he handled it creditably, giving just the proper touch of nonchalance to his role. Miss Bushnell deserves special commendation, for the understanding way in which she portrayed the loving high-spirited, proud, spiteful Elizabeth Her lines...
...MacArthur, 81, died on February 25 at Daytona Beach, Fla. He was President of the Baptist World Alliance, and pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church, New York, for 41 years. He retired in 1911, and resigned as pastor emeritus of the church in 1922 when his successor, Dr. John Roach Stratton, held a debate with William A. Brady on stage and pulpit morals...
...John Roach Straton is a well known clergyman and writer of the Calvary Baptist Church, New York City. Among his best known writings are "The Salvation of Society", and "The Menace of Immorality in Church and State...