child about three years before, by climbing over the wall of a garden, and that he had been driven to this crime by the desire of obtaining some money, by selling him as a chimney-sweeper, to one of his fellowtradesmen.

Lady Belville, too happy to reproach him, and thinking besides that God had allowed this estrangement to place Charles in circumstances more favourable to the good of his soul, willingly pardoned the unfortunate man, and she saw him die

with the hope that God would pardon him also.

From this time Charles was the comfort of his mother, and she, wishing to perpetuate the remembrance of this history, gave a feast every year on the day on which she had found her son, to all the little chimney-sweepers of his age, when she related to them the adventures of Charles, and thus taught them that God answers prayer, very often at another time, and in another way than we wish.

NOTES OF THE MONTH.

POLITICAL.

Just as we were going to press last month, another Revolution occurred in Spain. O'Donnell and Espartero had hitherto worked together with apparent harmony, though the latter is an excellent man and a liberal, and the former an unscrupulous opponent of popular liberties. Thousands of lives were sacrificed in Madrid and Barcelona, merely to get quit of Espartero, and leave all power in the hands of the worse than worthless Queen Isabella and O'Donnell. Resistance has been overpowered, and now O'Donnell is at a loss whether to sell himself wholly to an abandoned woman, who must speedily cashier him, or to attempt government through a constitution.

The Russian government, generously as the Allies treated her at Paris, attempted to take several advantages of a very dishonourable kind, in carrying out the treaty. It became necessary to send a squadron into the Black Sea, since which she has professed her willingness to act fairly. Austria continues her oppressive course towards Italy, ruling them by the bayonet exclusively, and the King of Naples persists in the most cruel tyranny over his unfortunate subjects, and in defying the remonstrances of France and England; the consequence is, that all Italy is in constant danger of insurrection; and that the bayonet, the dungeon, and the gallows of the tyrants, are responded to by the secret societies and the daggers of the oppressed. Popery and vice, nursed by despots, blight one of the finest portions of Europe there. In France also despotism and secret societies confront each other, and religious intolerance is too strong for Louis Napoleon, who is believed to prefer religious liberty. In America the Anti-slavery candidate, Col. Fremont, seems likely to have at least an even chance with the pro-slavery and annexation candidate, Buchanan. But such is the tact, cunning, and audacity of the slaveholders, that they may very probably contrive once more to carry their man. They have almost succeeded in uniting the

immense territory of Kansas as a slave state to the Union, and that by open violence, the pro-slavery president, Pierce, abetting their villanies.

Contrary to our hopes, Dove was executed, notwithstanding his imbecility, and at least two others whose crime did not amount to more than manslaughter. These facts, with that of the Jury in other cases appearing to violate their oaths, by returning a verdict of manslaughter, when the crime was evidently murder, will, we trust, tend to turn rapidly the public opinion to a more christian view of the proper treatment of murderers.

ECCLESIASTICAL.

The only remarkable ecclesiastical event is the decision of the Archbishop of Can.. terbury, in the case of Archdeacon Dennison. The Archdeacon had carried the doctrine of the "Real Presence" so far as to affirm that the body and blood of Christ were really eaten by unworthy as well as worthy communicants. The Archbishop, in his judgment, declares that this is not the Doctrine of the Articles, in which all must agree with him. The Archdeacon maintains also that worship is due to the supernatural presence of Christ's body and blood in the elements after consecration, but this is equally, in the Archbishop's judgment, contrary to the Articles. might write much on such, but space forbids.

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NORTHERN BAPTIST EDUCATION SOCIETY.

The annual services introductory to the session at Horton College were held on Wednesday, the 6th ult., in Sion chapel, Bradford. At eleven a.m. the Rev. Dr. Acworth took the chair, supported by the other officers of the institution, and a large body of its friends and its supporters. After the customary devotional exercises, the president made a few introductory observations, and called on the Rev. C. Daniel, resident tutor, to read the report. From that document it appeared that twenty-five students had, during the past year, enjoyed the advantages of the institu

tion. Of this number, six had left to settle over vacant churches, viz., Mr. Judson, at Wellington, Salop; Mr. Mostyn, at Haddeuham, Suffolk; Mr. Rowson, at Warrington; Mr. Brown, at Salford; Mr. Bowden, at Hunslet, near Leeds; and Mr. Ashmead, at Rotherbam. One student, also, had left the institution owing to ill health, and two had just been admitted as probationers, the number in the house being thus reduced, to twenty. Satisfactory testimonies had been borne by the tutors as to the diligence and conduct of the students; and the reports of the examiners, which were read, attested a high degree of proficiency, especially in the departments of Old and New Testament Exegesis, in the higher Greek Classics, and in Mathematics. The project of the new college still engaged the anxious attention of the committee. The plans had not as yet been finally matured, but the way, it was hoped, was being made clearer for a satisfactory conclusion. W. Stead. Esq, one of the treasurers, presented the financial statement, from which it appeared that a small balance of some forty pounds remained against the society. After a discussion on the college finances, the Rev. C. M. Birrell, in a brief speech, moved the adoption of the report. The resolution was seconded by the Rev. Dr. Steane, who, entering upon the whole subject of Nonconformist collegiate instruction, and referring to the fact that the metropolitan college of the denomination at Stepney was, like this, in a transition state, forcibly urged the importance of seizing the opportunity to found a complete theological faculty, in which the force of the whole body might be concentrated and combined. A lengthened conversational discussion followed, and by a resolution passed at the close of the meeting, submitted by Dr. Godwin and Mr. Birrell, the subject was remitted to the new committee, with instructions to enter into communication with the authorities and the supporters of kindred institutions, with the view, if possible, of initiating some combined and efficient system of thorough theological training. Meanwhile, the usual business resolutions were passed. In the evening, after devotional services, conducted by Drs. Acworth and Steane, an address, was delivered to the students by the Rev. T. Pottenger, founded on 1 Cor. iv. 1. The discourse throughout was characterised by great practicalness, faithfulness, force, and wisdom. The congregation was better than usual, and at the close of the service, a collection was made in aid of the funds of the institution.

GLOUCESTER.

On Monday, August 11th, a recognition service was held in the Baptist chapel, Gloucester, upon the settlement of the Rev. W. Collings as pastor of the Baptist church in that city. After tea in the schoolroom, a public meeting was held in the chapel, Thomas Nicholson, Esq., of Lydney, presiding. A hymn having been sung,

prayer was offered by the Rev. J. Penny, of Coleford. The chairman made a kind and suitable address. He read a letter which had been addressed to Mr. Collings by the secretaries of the Surrey Mission, upon his leaving that county. Mr. Sims then, on behalf of the church, gave a brief statement as to the steps that had led to Mr Collings's invitation to the pastorate. Mr. Collings expressed his pleasure and gratitude at seeing so many ministerial and other friends present, and stated that prior engagements had prevented Mr. Smith and Mr. Lewis, of Cheltenham, being with them. His settlement over them he felt to be an important step. His own peace and comfort, and the welfare of the church, were identified with it. He had left a people to whom he was ardently attached, but coming amongst them as he did upon their unanimous invitation, and after earnest prayer to God, and much anxious consideration, he could but conclude that God had directed him in the step he had taken. Asking then an interest in their prayers, and looking to God for needful assistance, he desired to go forward in the prosecution of his labours in their midst. A suitable hymn having been sung, the Rev. E. E. Elliot, of Lydney, commended the pastor and the church to God in prayer. meeting was then addressed by the Revs. C. H Davies, of Long Hope, J. Hyatt, of Gloucester, W. Yates, of Stroud, T. Roberts, of Gloucester, and J. Penny, of Coleford, who severally expressed their sympathy with and desires for the success and happiness of pastor and people. Mr. Collings closed the meeting by prayer.

BOW, MIDDLESEX.

The

On Tuesday evening, July 29th, was held at the Baptist chapel, Bow, the Jubilee Meeting of the Sunday Schools, which, in February, 1806, commenced in an humble habitation, though now carried on in a spacious edifice adjoining the chapel. The tea-meeting comprised some friends from afar, who could but congratulate the Rev. W. P. Balfern and his friends on the happy position of the church, congregation, and Sunday schools, class rooms for elder boys, for elder girls, and for an infant class, being opened in connexion with the Jubilee. As to the public meeting at half-past six, its interest was enhanced by the chair being taken by George Offor, Esq., of Hackney, who having been one of the teachers on the first day of the Sunday schools' existence in February 1806, gave a very pleasing history of earlier details; while the report, written and read by Mr. John Freeman, well acquainted with the school from its first existence, showed what great things God had wrought. Moreover, as the Jubilee meeting proceeded, edifying and devotional aid from the Rev. Philip Cater, of Chelsea, and from neighbouring ministers, as well as from the Sunday School Union, and from those who were once children in the boys' school, together with historical reminiscences of Divine interposition, made

the meeting one which will be recollected with pleasure for many years to come.

EDINBURGH.

On Thursday, July 24th, Mr. T. T. Wilson was solemnly set apart to the oversight of the Baptist church, assembling in North Richmond-street chapel, Edinburgh. The services commenced at twelve o'clock. The ordination sermon was preached by the Rev. James Malcolm, of Aberdeen. The Rev. W. P. Grant, of Cupar, asked the church if they adhered to their former invitation to Mr. Wilson, which was answered in the affirmative by Mr. Bruce, one of the deacons. Mr. Grant then put the usual questions to Mr. Wilson, which he answered in a brief, clear, and satisfactory manner. Mr. Grant then offered up the ordination prayer, and after a hymn was sung, the Rev. David Wallace, of Paisley, addressed the pastor, and the Rev. John Williams, of Glasgow, addressed the church. In the evening, at six o'clock, a soirée was held in the chapel, when various addresses were delivered by various ministers, the pastor occupying the chair, and a cheerful and lively spirit pervaded the meeting. The attendance was very encouraging, a number of brethren from the other Baptist churchés in the town being present.

HUNSLET, LEEDS.

The

The services in connection with the public recognition of the Rev. Andrew Bowden, late of Horton College, as pastor of the congregation assembling in the Baptist chapel, Hunslet, were held in that place of worship on Wednesday, Aug. 13th. In the afternoon, at half-past two, devotional exercises were conducted by the Rev. J. Walcot, of Sutton. An excellent address, "On the nature and constitution of a christian church," was given by the Rev. S G. Green, B.A., of Horton College. usual questions relative to the christian experience and doctrinal belief of Mr. Bowden, were asked by the Rev. C. Daniell, of Horton College, and were very clearly and satisfactorily answered. The ordination prayer was offered by the Rev. R. Brewer, of Leeds. An impressive charge to the newly-chosen pastor was then delivered by the Rev. Dr. Acworth. The service ended with singing and prayer. At half-past five a numerous company took tea in the school-room. At half-past six a public meeting was held in the chapel, Dr. Acworth in the chair, when addresses were delivered by the chairman, by the Rev. Messrs. Bowden, Dowson, Rawson, Walcot, Bailhache, and Campbell, and by John Cooke, Esq., of Bradford.

NEW BASFORD, NOTTS.

Services of a most interesting character were held on the 28th of July, in connection with the settlement of the Rev. Chas. Forth, as pastor of the Baptist church in this place. After reading and prayer by the Rev, S. McAll (Independent), the Rev. J. Edwards, of Nottingham, delivered an ex

cellent discourse upon the constitution and working of a christian church. The usual questions were asked and the ordination prayer offered by the Rev. W. J. Stuart, of Swanwick, and a most eloquent and impressive charge was delivered to the minister by the Rev. J. Acworth, LL.D., President and Theological Tutor of Horton College. At five o'clock in the afternoon tea was provided, at which about two hundred persons sat down. After tea a public meeting was held, when addresses suitable to the occasion were delivered by the Rev. Messrs. J. Burton (Independent), J. Stevenson (General Baptist), F. Forbes and W. J. Stuart (Particular Baptist).

BWLCHYSARNAU, RADNORSHIRE.

On Thursday, the 7th of August, the Rev. Owen Humphreys was publicly recognised as co-pastor with the Rev. S. Pugh, of the church assembling in the above place of worship. The Rev. James Evans, of Mochdre, commenced the afternoon service by reading the Scriptures and prayer; after which the Rev. S. Pugh explained the nature of a christian church, and asked the usual questions. Mr. Humphrey's replied to the questions in a very affecting and satisfactory manner. The Rev. Thomas Evans, of Llanidloes, offered up the ordination prayer. The Rev. David Davies, of Dolau, delivered the charge to the minister, from 2 Tim. iv. 2; and the Rev. Thomas Evans, of Llanidloes, preached a very affectionate and faithful sermon to the church and congregation. At seven in the evening, worship was again commenced in the chapel, when the Rev. David Davies, of Dolau, preached on "Walking in the truth," and the Rev. T. Evans, of Llanidloes, on "A good hope through grace." The church and all present seemed to cherish a lively interest in the services themselves, and in the union they intended to recognise.

BEAUMARIS.

Ordination services were held in this town, on the 10th of August, for the purpose of recognising Mr. S. Morgan, late student of Haverfordwest College, as a pastor of the Baptist church in this town. The public services began at half-past nine in the morning, when the Rev. H. Williams, of Amlwch, read and prayed; the Rev. W. Bowen, of Llanfachreth, preached in Welsh, and the Rev. John Prichard, of Llangollen, in English. At two in the afternoon the Rev. W. Williams (Independent) read and prayed; the Rev. W. Bowen, of Llanfachreth, delivered a very concise discourse on the nature of a christian church; the Rev. John Prichard, of Llangollen, asked the usual questions to the young minister, and offered up a very earnest prayer on his behalf; the Rev. H. Williams, of Amlwch, delivered the charge to the minister from 2 Tim. ii. 15, and closed the service with prayer. At six in the evening, Mr. S. Morgan introduced the meeting by reading and prayer; the Rev. John Prichard, of Llangollen, delivered the charge to the

church from 1 Thes. v. 12, 13; and the Rev. Hugh Williams, of Amlwch, preached to the congregation from Matt. vi. 33.

RAMSGATE.

Services of a very interesting character have been held in connection with the third anniversary of the settlement of the Rev. B. C. Etheridge as minister of Cavendish chapel, Ramsgate. On Wednesday

evening, August 13th, the Hon. and Rev. Baptist W. Noel, M. A., preached to a large audience on Repentance and Baptism, after which the Rev. B. C. Etheridge administered the ordinance of believer's baptism to three persons. The anniversary services were held on Thursday, when two characteristic sermons were preached by Mr. Noel, on the life of Paul; after which collections were made amounting to £36 10s. On Friday morning, Mr. Noel, with the Rev. H. Townley, of London, held an open-air service on the sands, and, notwithstanding the unfavourable state of the weather, a very great crowd of people congregated, and listened most attentively to the earnest and faithful proclamation of the Gospel by these honoured servants of Christ.

MIDDLESBRO'-ON-TEES.

On Monday, August the 4th, the foundation-stone of a new chapel, intended for the Welsh Baptists, who are numerous in this place, was laid by John Vaughan, Esq., mayor, in the presence of a numerous concourse of spectators. Suitable addresses were delivered in English, by the mayor, by the Rev. J. D. Carrick, North Shields, Mr. T. Mathews, deacon, and also in Welsh by the Rev. B. James, pastor. Prayers were offered by the Rev. H. P. Bowen (Independent), and the service concluded by singing and prayer in Welsh. The Rev. J. D. Carrick preached on the occasion in the evening in the Town-hall. The chapel will be neat and commodious, and will cost about £700 or £800, of which nearly £300 has been raised already by the friends.

BRIDPORT.

An interesting series of services was held on Monday and Tuesday, July 21st and 22nd, in connection with the settlement of the Rev. H. W. Stembridge as pastor of the Baptist church in this town. The Rev. A. Wayland, of Lyme, preached on "The Church of the Living God." The Rev. D. Wassell, of Bath, preached to pastor and people, and the Rev. T. Winter, of Bristol, preached on "Seeking the things of Jesus Christ." Tea was provided by the friends in the Town-hall, and a large number attended. Addresses were delivered by the Revs. Jeffries and Prescott (Wesleyans), H. W. Stembridge and Mr. Alfred Sims, of Paulton. The Revs. J. K. Stallybrass, R. Waterman, J. Hargraves (Independents), and J. Stembridge, took part in the services.

STAPLEHURST.

The thirty-first anniversary of the Bap

tist chapel in this place was held on Monday, July 28th. Sermons were preached, in the afternoon by the Rev. B. S. Hollis, of Islington; and in the evening by the Rev. J. Pulling, of Deptford. At five o'clock tea was provided in the schoolrooms and ground adjoining, when 520 persons sat down to tea. During the interval between the services, the pleasuregrounds of Mr. W. Jull were thrown open, and a large concourse of people resorted thither.

MINISTERIAL CHANGES.

The Rev. W. Collings, after labouring for more than fourteen years at Kingstonon-Thames, has resigned the pastorship of the Baptist church in that town, and has accepted the unanimous invitation to the pastorate from the Baptist church, Gloucester. He entered upon his stated ministry there on the second Lord's-day in July. The Rev. David Evans, Brynhyfryd, has accepted the unanimous call of the Baptist church at Aberaman, and has already commenced his labours there.The Rev. B. Arthur, of Bideford, has accepted the unanimous call of the church at Coate, Oxon. to succeed his father-in law, the late Rev. J. Jackson, in the pastorate.

Obituary.

THE REV. WILLIAM GROSER.

Most of our readers will have learned, ere this number reaches their hands, that the Rev. William Groser, so long known and esteemed as the Editor of the "Baptist Magazine," is numbered with the dead. He finished his course towards the close of Wednesday, the 6th ult., after an illness of about two years' duration, which was especially severe, though it did not make him cease from his wonted labours. It commenced in the summer of 1854, while he was on an official visit to Ireland, as secretary of the Baptist Irish Society, and continued with more or less severity to the end. For more than forty years he has been occupied in the ministry and in other departments of christian usefulness. His last labour was preparing and arranging articles for the "Baptist Magazine" for the past month, and sending it through the press. It is perhaps somewhat remarkable that when this number had passed through his hands he thought he had nothing more to do. He did not, as had been his wont in previous months, address himself to meet the demands of the succeeding month, feeling that those demands would have to be met by another. His severe and long continued affliction, though never giving occasion to a word of murmuring or complaint, made him desirous of death. wanted to "depart and be with Christ." His desire is now gratified. He died within a week of reaching his sixty-fifth year. He was buried at Abney-Park cemetery, on Wednesday, the 13th ult. "Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace."

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