ITEMS FROM THE FIELD.
Orangeburg, S.C.—Last month we printed a very short plea for a musical instrument for the church. We express here our thanks to Mr. S. T. Gordon, of New York, who sent us word a few days ago that an organ was at our disposal for this use. Such ready responses are full of encouragement.
Atlanta, Ga.—“A good degree of religious interest still prevails in Atlanta University. On the first Sunday of March, four persons united with the church by profession of faith, and a number of others propose to do so at an early day. An equal number of those converted here will join churches at their homes.”
Ogeechee, or No. 1 Miller Station, Ga.—The station called “Ogeechee” in our printed list in Feb. Magazine, should be No. 1 Miller Station, Chatham Co., Ga. Miss E.W. Douglass, formerly at McLeansville, N.C., has been transferred to this field, and finds ample opportunity for missionary labor. Friends communicating with her, or with Rev. John. R. McLean, pastor of the church, will please note the correct P.O. address.
Talladega, Ala.—“A precious work of grace. Eighteen hopeful conversions, and many more almost persuaded. The meeting we have just come from has been seldom paralleled in our experience. Many seem to be discovering that there is life for a look at the Crucified One. ‘Pray, watch, work,’ has been our motto for some time past, and these are the blessed results. Will our dear A. M. A. pray for this part of its Israel?”
Montgomery, Ala.—The Swayne School has received a valuable box for its “Teachers’ Home” from the ladies of the church at Lyonsville, Ill. It contained a rag carpet, comfortables, bed and table linen, etc.
Anniston, Ala.—March 2d, six were received into this church on profession of their faith. Two infants were baptized.
Athens, Ala.—“There is great zeal in study, especially in Bible study. This has greatly strengthened our hearts, for we know ‘The entrance of Thy word giveth light,’ and we are encouraged to hope for the speedy conversion of several young men who have publicly asked the prayers of Christians.”
Tougaloo, Miss.—“Students are manifesting more than usual interest in study and general improvement. We do hope we can be allowed to put fences around the place; we are losing so much every year by having the farm all open to the public. We can make it a source of income when properly fenced and stocked.”
New Iberia, La.—The South-western Conference of Congregational Churches will meet at St. Paul’s Church, New Iberia, April 2d.
Berea, Ky.—An encouraging religious interest is reported. Five young men of excellent promise have, within a week, confessed Christ. This has been under the regular ministration, without help from abroad. Most of the prayer-meetings are well attended. The community is very harmonious.
Memphis, Tenn.—The school never was in a more flourishing condition than now, and the future has never before seemed so full of promise.