Resolved, That we return to him our grateful thanks for the manner in
which he has conducted the business of the church, and pray that the
blessings of God may rest on his labors; and
Whereas, In the appointment of the Rev. F. A. Sherman to fill the
unexpired term of Rev. G. B. Smith has proven a blessing to the church
and the community; we pray that he may be successful in preaching the
Word of God; and
Whereas, He has been zealous and faithful in the discharge of his
duties, both temporal and spiritual; therefore be it
Resolved, That he has our prayers and best wishes for his future
success.
HARRY INGRAM,
WILLIAM INGRAM,
DAVID CORSE,
JOHN TOULKS,
BENJAMIN INGRAM,
NATHANIEL INGRAM,
GARDNER INGRAM,
HEZEKIAH COMMARGER,
Church Officers.
March 14, 1896.
Resolutions of Respect.
The Fourth Quarterly Conference of the Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, at its
regular session, adopted the following resolutions:
Whereas, The Rev. A. H. Newton, having served us as pastor, and as he
is near the termination of his administration, it is the honor that
should be given to whom it is due and credit to those who justly merit
it; therefore be it
Resolved, By the members of this Quarterly Conference that in the Rev.
A. H. Newton we recognize a faithful Gospel minister and energetic
worker in his Master’s vineyard; and furthermore we recognize him as
a gentleman whose character is irreproachable and whose ministerial
bearing and executive ability commend themselves to the judgment of the
intelligent; and furthermore be it
Resolved, That we highly appreciate his efficient management of the
temporal, financial and spiritual interests of the church, and whose
administration of two years has been one of perfect tranquillity and
fraternal feeling, one of its prominent characteristics; and be it
Resolved, That in giving him our testimony of appreciation we would
not forget his companion and coadjutor in his ministerial work, and do
highly esteem her as a Christian lady for her untiring perseverance and
devotion that has characterized her during her husband’s administration.
Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church.
The quarterly meeting of Mt. Zion Church last Sunday was a grand
success. The Rev. A. H. Newton, the pastor, is very energetic and a
grand church worker. Rev. Gilbert T. Waters preached a noble sermon in
the afternoon. The Rev. Thomas held the audience spellbound at night.
Elder J. H. Morgan consecrated the elements and administered the Lord’s
Supper, with the assistance of Elder Thomas. The church was crowded
afternoon and evening. There were many strangers present, who expressed
themselves benefited during the day. Mrs. Lulu L. Newton left last
Monday morning to spend a few days in Camden and Philadelphia with old
friends. Mrs. Ada A. Harris, daughter of Rev. A. H. Newton, will spend
some time in Atlantic City before returning to Raleigh, N. C. Elder A.
H. Newton has raised $900 since Conference for church purposes. The
congregation of Mt. Zion are well pleased with the appointment of the
Bishop. The Sabbath School of Mt. Zion will give a grand concert in
the near future, conducted by Mrs. Ada A. Harris, for the purpose of
getting new singing books. The collection at Mt. Zion last Sunday was
$45.83.
The members of Mt. Zion Church tendered their pastor, Rev. A. H.
Newton, a nice little surprise in honor of the reverend gentleman’s
fiftieth birthday. They had a good time and left many substantial
tokens of their regard.
The Obituary of the Rev. William Watson.
The Rev. William Watson, a member of the New Jersey A. M. E.
Conference, died at his residence in Woodbury, N. J., Tuesday, August
7, 1888. He was one of the oldest preachers of the Conference, and was
therefore regarded as the “Father of the Conference.”
The funeral services were held August 9 at the A. M. E. church,
Woodbury, N. J. The Rev. J. T. Rex preached the sermon, which was very
impressive, and Rev. A. H. Newton and Rev. Johns made very appropriate
remarks concerning the character and usefulness of the deceased.
Friday, August 10th, the body was carried to Frankford, Pa., where
services were held in the church, when eulogies were delivered by Elder
G. A. Mills, Bishop Turner, Elder J. W. Cooper and others. Rev. A. H.
Newton read the following resolution:
Whereas, we realize the fact that we sustain a great loss by the
decease of our dear brother and colaborer in the work of the Master; be
it therefore
Resolved, That it is but a just tribute to the memory of our brother
who has been taken from us to say that in his removal from our midst we
mourn for one who was in every way worthy of our respect and our regard;
Resolved, That while we bow in humble submission to the hand of Divine
Providence, and while sorrow for the loss of a good man, a kind
shepherd, a faithful and beloved minister, we find consolation in the
belief that “it is well with him.” He fell at his post, and we believe
that he has triumphantly entered the Haven of Eternal Rest.
Resolved, That we also remember the family in the hour of affliction
and trial, we tenderly condole with and devoutly commend them to the
keeping of Him who looks with pity on the widow and fatherless, and
that we share with them the hope of a reunion in that better land where
death and separation are forever unknown.
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be presented to the family
and printed in the Christian Recorder and other papers.
REV. J. T. REX,
REV. A. H. NEWTON,
REV. G. M. WITTEN,
REV. WALTER THOMPSON,
Committee.