Obituary of the Reverend Doctor Ferdinand C. Iglehart. Provides a brief biography of Iglehart with an emphasis on his involvement in the temperence movement. Also gives a brief history of his ministry.
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Text of an 1894 sermon in which the Reverend Mr. Ferdinand C. Iglehart decries pending legislation which would allow saloons to be open on Sundays.
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Obituary of the Reverend Doctor Daniel De Vinné. Includes a brief sketch of his ministry and family life that were included in the by the preacher at his funeral service.
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Describes the dedication services conducted at the Park Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church for the new church built in 1883. Includes a description of the church, excerpts from the sermons and speeches given by prominent clergy and community members…
Report on a bequest to the Park Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church by the last survivor of a hard working group of siblings and her death one year later due to alcoholism. Includes a description of the family's life following their immigration to the…
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Details the celebration in honor of the 60th anniversary of the Park Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church. Includes a brief history of the various locations for the church, a list of the speakers at the celebration, and quotes from various…
Obituary of the Reverend Dr. Albert D. Vail. Includes a detailed account of his sudden death as well as a brief history of his ministry and family life.
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Vivid description of the celebration at a new facility for the Park Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church as the new cornerstone is laid. Includes a brief history of previous locations for the church, a list of VIPs in attendance, and a description of…
Description of the opening services conducted at the new location of the Park Ave. Methodist Episcopal Church in New York City. Includes a brief history of the church, an explanation of the reasons for the move, a detailed description of the church…
