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; , Ire ¢ ntion me Summerside at four o'clock yestera Abou

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including such men as E. D. In sersoll, Railway Secretary of the General Execu tive. Dr. Kelly, of Montreal, Principa! bor rest.of Haiifax, Rev. Dr. Bruce,ot John,

Judge Hensley, Ch’town, Rev. Mr. Cum

ming, of Westville,—besides a number of other prominent men. Universal! regret 1s expressed at the absence of such well-known Association men as J. S. MacLean an we B. MeNeill.“of Halifax, C. Primrose, ol

Pictou, ind other veterans in the work.

ORC ANTZATION,

The Convention met inthe Methodist Church, and after spending half an hour !» devotional exercises, presided over by A. MeWilliams. of Mencton, was, in the ab sence of the President of the last Conven tion, called to order by Dr. Morrison, of St. John. N. B., one of the Vice Presi- dents. After joining in singing the hymn, ‘Stand up, stand up for Jesus,” Rev. R. Cumming, of Westville, N. S., read Rom. 12. after which Rev. Dr. Bruce, of St. John, N. B., engaged in prayer for God's

Dr. Morrison practical address upon

blessing on the Convention. then gave a short

the duty of the hour, and proceeded te 0 |

nominate a Comraittee on Organization, Temporary Business Committee, and « De votional Committee, as follows -f

NomINATION Commitreer—T. C. James, of Charlottetown: W. R. MeCurdy Halif x? \ W. MeRae, St. John; D. MeDonald, Pictou; Tarner, Trm Dennis, Sackville; A. Me Williams, Moncton; J. Fisher Grant, New Glasgow; D. Stewart, Summerside.

Business Commitrree—W. H. Wiswell, Halifax: J. D. Seaman, Charlottetown; A. N Sulis, St. John

DevoTIonAL Commitrec—S. E. Whiston, Halifax: H. C. Turner, Charlottetown; G. D.

McDonald, New Glasgow.

The Organization Committee, after brief deliberation, presented the fellowing list of ‘onvention, which was

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enthusiastically adopted by a rising vote :

President—J. FE. Irvine, St. John, N. B Vice Presidents—S. E. Whisten, Halifax, N. S.; Dr. McLeod, Sydney, C. B.; John Ball. Charlottetown; D. McDonald, Pictou, N. S.: Dr. McKay, “Summerside. Secretary—H. H ‘Diston, St. John Assistant sec jy D. Stewart, Summerside. The President was then escorted to the Chair by E. D. Ingersoll, Railway Secre retary of the General Executive Committee

United States and Maritime Pro and Rev. Principal Forrest, Dal- housie © lege, Halifax. He thanked the convention for honor conferved upon him, sp %ke of the object of the meeting, of the blessing: which had upon it in the past, and urged the members make the m etings thoroughly practical. After saying prayers the Convention adjourned to Sp. m., in the Presbyterian

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THE WELCOME MEETING,

The welcome meeting was held in the spacious Presbyterian Church of the town. The church was crowded and exercises were hearty After a short prayer meeting, which was conducted by Mr. Isaiah Smith, Daniel Stewart, Esq., of Summerside, took the chair, backed by a choir of excellent voices. The of that grand old hymn of praise beginning, ‘* All Hail the power of name was pr ductive of the sympathetic interest without which the most eloquent speaking falls cold and lifeless upon the ear of the audience. Mr. Stewart then addressed afew warm words of wel- come to the delegates, mentioning the fact that the Convention was representative,not of the Maritime Provinces only, but of the Upper Provinces and the United States ; and setting forth the aim of the Y. M. C. A., as being to elevate and save the young men—to assure to young men in towns and large cities the saving blessing of good com-

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pany and wholesome recreation, and, re- gardless of sects, to improve their moral life and bring them to the Saviour. He

invoked a blessing upon the work of the Convention and upon the labors of all who were willing to spendjand be spent in the work of the Association. After singing the hymn, There shall be showers of. blessing, Chis is the promise of iove, There shall be seasons refreshing, Sent fron: the Saviour above :

Cuo.-—Showe’s, showers of blessing, Showers of blessing we need ; Mercy drops round us are falling,

But for the showers we plead !

There shal! be showers of blessing, Precious reviving again :

Ciwer the hills and the valleys, Sound of abundance of rain.—Cu0.

There of bl Ssiny > Send them upon ux, O Lord!

Grant to us now a refreshing ; Come now and honor thy word.

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CLay forward and on behalf of the people of Summerside extended a cordial welcome to the visit- ing delegates. ©n account of the marked of their work they were, he said,

They welcome on account of the nature of their work. Young men are the hope of the world. The old will soon pass away; but the young will remain to make and mould society and to sway the councils of the world. Therefore their moral elevation and their protection from the evils of the enemy of souls

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is @ matter of the utmost importance. The good which the visit of the delegates was

sure to produce in Summerside was another ezuse of the warmth of their welcome. Summerside, though a small town, is not without means of leading young men to destrvction. Among the evils which beset Summerside are Sabbath desecration and intemperance. He hoped the Godly efforts of the convention would result in the abatement of these evils. But the interes’ of the people of Summerside is not confined to Summerside alone. They are glad to weleome the delegates on account of what is being done by the Association for the moral upraising of young men throughout the world, particularly those beyond the restraints of home, congregated in the large cities, and subject to the allurments of vice. In view of these and many other consicderations,said Mr. Clary, *-we.feel like addressing to you the words of good old Abretiam :

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thee ;’ like Abraham also we trust we be entertaining angels unawares. Irving, of St. John, Presid- ent-eleect the Associstion, respond- ed in a felicitous address expres sive of the pleasure of the delegates in accepting the hospitality of the people ol Summerside,and his assurance that, as 4 re- sult of the Convention to be held, the Dele: ites would be better able to carry on their cork. Ile was reminded during the exer ‘cos of the words of our Lord: “ Without Me ve can do nothing.” This great truth should never be forgotton. Without Christ nothing that we do can result im any real wood. It was the work of the association to promote the formation of Chris-tlike char men’and women,-—Christ like in and conversation, Christ-like in busi bess and social relations. He prayed ror a blessing on this work. He spoke of the re of forty years experience, pressed wate » indispen

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sults : upon the delegates and others th in sable necessity of reliance upon Christ, aud urged upon all, the duty of accepting him,

solemnly exorting those whe profess the name of Christ, te live im accordance with the life of the Divine Master.

He commended the Association through-

eut the world, to the sympathy and prayers of the Christian parents of Summerside, and urged them to ommend the Associ ition to their sons.

he following hymn was then sung :

To the work! to the work! we are servants ot God,

Let us follow the path that our Master has trod:

With the balm of His counsel our strength to

renew;

Let us do with our might what our hands find

to do.

Cuo.—Toiling on, (toiling on), toiling on, (toil- ing on), toiling on, (toiling on), toil ing on, (t viling on),

Let us hop und trust), let us watch

{ und pray . And labor till the Master comes.

fo the work ! to the work ! Jet the hungry be lo the fountain of life let the weary be led ; In the cross and its banner onr glory shall be; While we hearld the tidings, ** Salvation is

Rev. Bexsamrn CHaprett then rose and, on behalf of the evangelical clergymen of the tow n, extended a hearty welcome to the delegates. He said they had brought a blessing with them, and he felt sure they would leave a blessing behind. In his opinion, George Williams, when he found- ed the Y. M. C. A. ** builded better than he knew.” ‘The benefits afforded by the Association are now felt in all parts of the world. Several practical illustrations of this fact had come within his own know- ledge and experience, and were pertrayed by the reverved gentleman. The Associa- tion acted through the physical, intellectual and social needs of man, and in this way led them on to the higher spiritual life.

Rev. Dr. Bruce, of St. John, respond- ed. He felt it not only a pleasure, but an honor, to address such an audience, and to respond to the warm welcome which had been accorded the delegates. Prince Ed- ward Island seemed to him a result of the conflict between the Atlantic and the great river St. Lawrence. Asa result of the op- posing forces of tide and current, it had, perhaps, been built up and now lies peace- ful and beautiful onthe bosom of the sea. In this view it represents to some degree the Y. M. C. A., whichis contributed to by all the sects, and is yet gindisturbed by their differences, carrying on the work of the common master of all. After singing the hymn,

Oh, where are the reapers that garner in The sheaves of the good from the fields of sin ; With sickles of truth must the work be done, And no one may till the ‘harvest home.’ Cuo.—Where are the reapers? Oh, who will come,

And share in the glory of the ‘ harvest home ?” who will help us to garner in sheaves of good from the fields of

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Go out in the by-ways and search them all ;

The wheat may be there though the weeds are tall;

Then search in the highway and pass none by,

But gather from all for the home on high.

So come with your sickles ye sons of men,

And gather together the golden grain ;

Toil on till the Lord of the harvest come,

Then share ye His joy in the ‘ harvest home.’

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Me K AY, Of Sunimers de, as a repre- the Summerside Association, welcomed the and delivered a short but very happily worded address. He said that, although the last to extend the hand of welcome, it must not be understood that the welcome of the Association for whom he spoke was any the less hearty. In extending an invitation to the Conven-

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tion, the Summerside Association had acted with singular unanimity, and now

that the delegates are here the same unani- mity shows itself in extending to them a

Christian welcome. He could not, how- ever, say that the motive of the Summer- side Association was altogether unselfish.

Young and inexperienced as we are, we expect to learn much and to gain strength and encouragement from contact with lead- ing men full of experience, such as those of which the Convention is composed. Above all, it is hoped by the Summerside Association that the visit of the delegates to this Province may be profitable for the advancement of the cause so dear to all; and if irregularities or difficulties occur on account of the shortcomings of the Sum- merside Association, he hoped they would be accounted errors ot the head and not of the heart. The Summerside Association welcomed the delegates, thankful that they saw fit to accept the invitation and grace the town by their presence, thankful for

the spirit that has enabled _ the ‘citizens of Summerside to throw jtheir hearts and homes open _ to

the delegates and made this meeting pos- sible, §thankful toGod who has guarded and brought so many here. The Summer- side Association welcomed the delegates to their town, praying that the Master Him- self might be with all, and guide and direct all to the end.

Dr. Ketry, of Montreal, responded with a lengthy and pleasing speech. He spoke of the pleasure of meeting old friends and of making new friends among consecrated young men. He referred to the missionary spirit of the Lower Provinces, and to the distinguished place which the sons of the Lower Provinces held in every department of life. When they wanted a head for their

** My lord, if now I have found | County.

un‘versity up west, they sent to Pictou He referred to the rapid increase

favor in thy sight, pass not away, I pray '' of associations, and of the rapidity with

which they were covering the land. He alleged the especial aim of the Y. M. C. A. was to get hold of energetic young men -

laboring men—fellows who were not afranl to do good honest werk for Christ. He spoke feelingly of the deep interest manifest- ed bythe people of Summerside in the meet- ing; of the misunderstanding which existed in some places as to Y. M. C, A: work, and referred so the necessity of recogn'zing the importance of physical recreation for our Christian young men. He spoke of the interest which the Christian people of Montreal were taking in this department of Christian work, not only inthe physi- cal, but in the intellectual recreation of young men,—to the ladies work in provid- ine musical and other attractions, and to the maenificent results which had followed these efforts. He also referred to the importance and difticulty of work among

the boys as to holding them in our churches, lamenting the number to be found in the saloons while there were so few in our churches. He touched in

vlowing terms upon the grand work of the last three years among the students of our colleges, resulting in 2,000 devoting them- selves to foreign mission work. He urged the importance of training workers and giving every man something to do — emphazising bible study, and closed with an earnest appeal for dependance upon God and consecrated energy.

The meeting clused by singing the doxo- logy, and the henediction was pronounced by the Rev. Mr, Carr, of Alberton,

SATISFACTION.

The hospitality of the citizens of Sum- merside, the delightful weather and the beauty of the scenery, all tend to the general feeling of satisfaction which per- vades the Convention,

The Island and its Ways Once More.

“O, wad some power the giftie gie us, To see oursels as ithers see us !

Arrer a few years’ absence, I was much impressed by the beauty of Charlottetown as seen from the water, to which reference has been made in a former letter. The delight of the sail up the harbor was en- hancec by the familiarity of the landscape ; the bright, blue sky, verdant fields, and waters dancing in the sunlight seemed td extend a warm welcome to the returning wanderer. The sense of familiarity in- creases as one lands. The piankways are as bad (or worse), the houses as dingy, the streets as dusty as ever. When (ueen Square is reached, however, the eyes are gladdened by the first indication of pro- gress, the new Post Office being not only massive and dignified, but with some con- siderable pretension to architectural cor- rectness ; aud then—the closely clipped lawns diversitied by the brilliant and beau- tiful beds of flowers whose bloom ‘and per- fume refresh and inspire every beholder ! May I not be forgiven the feeling that in some slight degree this great and wonderful change and improvement may be due to my suggestions, though I dared not believe such an attempt at ‘‘ anything in the way of landscape gardening” to be obtainable here?” All honorte him towhose indefatigable labors and increasing care the citizens are so greatly indebted. Would that | might be able to note the same advanee in all respects ; but alas! ‘Tis

true, ‘tis pity; pity ‘tis “tis true,” that’

some of the worst * Island trails still remain unimproved and obtrude themselves in the most objectionable manner and in the most public places. Would it not be sup- posed that crowded houses would welcome the Listemann-Kellogg Concert Company / But what was the fact? Monday evening a fair audience, andin the main an ap- preciative one, also, greeted the company, but, with the true insular conceit, there were those present who thought to prove themselves superior by an affectation of supercillious contempt, and who rendered themselves so conspicuous as to attract the attention not only of persons in the audience, but also of members of the com- pany, who have stated that such ill-breed-

ing was something entirely new and unique in their experience, and who endeavored by pointed looks to restrain the senseless laughter

whereby the audience was disturbed, and these persons stamped their own value on themselves. It was very evident that both parties who so grossly outraged every prin- ciple of good breeding, were quite oldenough to know better. Giddy girls may sometimes be excused, but there is an age at whicha dignitied, womanly bearing is more desir- able than an affectation of youthfulness. It would be well to remember that, to one accustomed to tread the boards, every per- son in an audience is distinctly visible, and that these persons may be regarded by strangers as fair representatives of Char- lottetown society. Is it not deplorable that the many must suffer for the few /

There were those present on Monday who have been much in the large cities of Can- ada, the States, and England, and these were loud in their praises, and fully appre- ciated every number, The smallness of the audience on Tuesday was a stigma on our good taste and public spirit, but, with the exception of a fre went and annoying rustle of programmes, aud the noisy entrance of several persons during Listemann’sfirst num- ber, and Ronconi’s flute solo, the utmost decorum prevailed, and those present were richly repaid for their attendance. Abby Clark Ford won all hearts by her simple and unaffected manner of performing her double role of accompaniest and soloist. Miss Kel- logg deepened the favorable impression made on Monday, and kindiy acceded to the request to sing again Gounod’s exqui- site Ave Maria. Listemann was simply Listemann the incomparable, to whom one can only listen, admire,and wonder ! ‘*Last but not least,” one must speak of Ronconi, the much gifted. One would think a voice of such magnificent compass as his quite enough for one man, but te this must be added his thorough mastery of the flute, and his talent as an actor. Each number of his left one in the condition of Oliver Twist, with a decided desire for ‘‘ more.” The quartette, ‘*‘ The Sea hath its pearls,” sung without accompaniment, gave an op- portunity to hear at their best these finely blended voices, and was a finale long to be remembered,

Let our Islanders remember that while our approval or disapproval cannot. affect, in the least, the reputation of well-known artists from abroad, their opinion, favorable or unfavorable, has the power to influence many to whom we are personally unknown.

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Death of Father Perry.

On Wednesday morning, August 2nd, the spirit of the Rev. 8, EB. Perry passed away. The deceased clergyman had been ailing for many years. He retired from active duty in 1875, and the closing period of his life was spent among friends in his former par- ish of Egmont Bay.

The Reverend Sylvanus Ephraim Poirier

was born at Tignish, Prince Edward Island, on the 15th July, 1801. His father, Pierre Poirier, (commonly called Perry) and his mother, Marie Chiasson, were natives of St. Peter’s Bay, and children of the first Acadian settlers who came to this Island. In 1819 Father Poirier entered the Cana- adian College of Nicolet, remaining there for seven years, and aftera year passed at

the Grand Seminary of Quebec, he was or- |

dained to the priesthood by Bishop Me- Eachern, in St. Andrew's Church, on the Feast of S.S. Peter and Paul, 1827, being the first native priest ordained inthe diocese. After his ordination Father Poirier was put

in charge of the missions of Miscouche, |

Mount Carmel, Egmont Bay, Cascumpec and Tignish, which he served until 1843, when he was relieved of the two latter. In 1860, he left Miscouche to make his home at Egmont Bay, where he remained until i869. He then removed to Fifteen Point, where he was in charge of the mission of Our Lady of Mount Carmel until 1875, when he became blind and retired from active duty. Father Poirier built the

pioneer churches and parochial houses of fignish and Cascumpec, and the existing

churches of Egmont Bay and Fifteen Point.

On the 3rd July, 18738, Father Poirier

celebrated his golden jubilee in the chapel of St. Joseph’s Convent, Charlottetown.

The remains of the venerable clergyman were this morning interred in the Ceme- tery of St. Jacques, Egmont Bay. The obsequies were conducted by the Bishop and a large number of the clergy of the diocese. After sixty years of priesthood he has gone to his reward. May he rest in peace.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.

The Bishopric.

Srr,—1 beg to offer a few remarks in regard to the filling of the vacant bishopric in the diocese of Nova Scotia.

If the Venevable Archdeacon Gilpin, D. D., would accept the office his election

would be a graceful act on the part of his by virtue of

brethren. The Archdeacon, his office, has the first (Jai'm to the position in order of promotion. But in addition to this it must be conceded that no man has served the church and the public more efficiently for a long course of years than Archdeacon Gilpin. His scholarship, his marked sucvess as an educator of youth and as a preacher, his §sterling common sense and urbanity of manners, his rare culture and high christian character, all point to hita as a gentleman well qualified to be a faithful and successful bishop. it is true the Archdeacon is not a young man, but he is possessed cf a good constitution and great intellectual vigor. ‘* Honor to whom honor is due.” Yours, ete., JUNIOR. Aug. 5, 1887.

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ST. JAMES’ CHURCH SABBATH SCHOOL ANNUAL PICNIC,

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WiLL be held on the beantiful and salut: ous grouuds of MR. JOHN SMIIH, ROCKY POINT.

Tue steamer Southport will make special trips to and from Rocky Point on that day, of

which due notice wiil be given.

The Ladies of the Congregation will provide Tea and Refreshmeat Tables on the grounds,

Proceeds in aid of sichool Library.

&@ Public are invited.

Games, Races, and other Amusements.

A. KENNEDY, Superivtendent.

August 3, 1887.

Household Furniture.

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BY, Auction, in front of Auction Rooms, on TUESDAY next, August 9th, at 2 o'clock, p. m.—

A Lot of Household Furniture, consisting of |

Parlor, Dining-room, Bed-room and Furniture, Sideboard, Tables. ‘ hairs, Wardrobes, Mirrors, Pictures, &c., &c. —ALSO—— 1 Square Piano (very superior). Terms Kasy--Sale Positive— No Reserve.

A. McNEILL, Auctioneer,

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The Rt. Rey. H. A. Neeley, D.D., President. The Rev, W. D. Martin, A. M., Princip»! 20th year opens Sept. 14. Terms $275 and $250. Strong corps of teachers Special advantages in Art and Music. Send forcircular. jly26—10 wks

THE Annual Prize Meeting of this Association will be held on Kensington Range, Charlotte-

town, on MONDAY, Lith August and following .

all amounts due us, at once. Absolutely ecessary on account of Change in Business.

days. Firing to ommence at 8.30 a. m. G. L. DOGAUERTY, Major, Sec’y Proy, Rifle Association. July 12t—3aw & wky tl dte

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GRAND MILITARY EXCURSION, under the auspices of the 82ad Battalion, will ‘ take place on

Tu BSDAY, Oth Day of Suzust.

=, S. ST. LAWRENCE will leave Steam Navigation Co.’s Wharf, at 7 a. m., time permitting); returning to Char.

The 5. proceeding to Georgetown, Souris (and East Point lottetown about 10.30 p.m.

Tickets, including two meals, $1.00.

There will bea first-class Refresment Booth on board, under the direct management of the Committee, where everything necessary will be sold at City prices.

This is a splendid opportunity for those wishing to otain a grand view of the Southern and Eastern Shores of Prince Edward Island.

Music by the Military Bands and Piper Major M:Donald, with his Highland Pipes.

All members of the Active Militia are requested to attend in uniform.

Parties wishing staterooms will please apply to the Secretary.

No intoxicating liquor will be permitted. Any persoa misbehaving will be put on shore at first port of call.

Tickets to be had at Rankin’s Drug Store, or from the Committee. F. DOGHERTY, Lt.-Col., Chairman, GEO, D. DAVISON, Captain, Q. M., Secretary.

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