Tuesday, January 30, 1906.
We done a little studying in the morning. Then we went to the Corporation baths and had a swim. From there we went to Sister Atkinson's. Took dinner and tea. Elder Rich worked at the poth stick. I didn't do anything to speak of. In the evening we went to the Hall to hold our Choir Practise.
Wednesday, January 31, 1906.
Spent the forenoon studying the Mutual Lesson. In the afternoon we went to Wigton and began to tract. It with first tract found an indifferent class of people there. All though [Although] there were two or three who were willing to listen to the message, when finished we went to Sister Lightfoot's then home. Had tea and went to Mutual. From there home.
Thursday, February 1, 1906.
We spent the forenoon studying. In the afternoon we done some tracting. I found a lady who had been friendly with the Elders for years. I had a good talk with her and she took me to see her mother. Was bedfast [bedridden]. She was 88 years of age. When finished tracting we went to Sister Wetherell's. Had tea then went to Stanwix and spent the evening at Heath's.
Friday, February 2, 1906.
We spent the forenoon studying. In the afternoon we went tracting. It was bitter cold and we finished tracting early. Went to Sister Cook's. Had tea. From there went to Newtown. Found no one home. So we returned to town and called on Persival's then went to Walker's and spent the evening.
Saturday, February 3, 1906.
In the forenoon we studying. After dinner we done some calling. Our first visit was on [at] Mrs. Carruther's. From there we called on Bro. & Sister Armstrong. Thence on Mrs. Sander. Had a conversation with her husband. From there we went to Sister Lightfoot's. Had tea and from there to Sister Atkinson's. Spent the evening.
Sunday, February 4, 1906.
Spent the forenoon studying. At 1 P.M. we went to the Hall and prepared for Sunday School. At 2:30 it commenced. Elder Rich presided. My class spent the time in testimony bearing. A fine spirit prevailed. We went to Sister Atkinson's for tea then returned to evening service. We had a nice meeting. After it held Choir Practise. Then went to no. 7. Spent the evening and came home.
Monday, February 5, 1906.
This morning we went to Newtown to visit Sister Nelson and others. Found them well and when finished visiting we went to Sister Cook's. Took dinner and then began tracting the Trinity buildings. When we had finished tracting we came to lodge. Then went to Sister Atkinson's to spend the evening.
Tuesday, February 6, 1906.
We spent the forenoon at lodge studying and writing. In the afternoon we went tracting. I met a man who threatened to kick me of [off] from his premises. I tried to talk and reason with him but no use. I was forced to leave with ought [without] removing from his mind the gross false hood and delusion regarding us Mormons. When finished tracting we went to Sister Taylor's for tea, then to Choir practise.
Wednesday, February 7, 1906.
This morning we took some tracts and books and set out for Wetherell, tracting as we went. We finished all the houses on Warwick Rd. and it was noon when we arrived at Bro. Porter's. Had dinner and stopped a few hours there. Then we done some tracting in Warwick Village. When finished returned to Carlisle. Called a short time at Sister Atkinson's then went to Mutual.
Thursday, February 8, 1906.
The weather is clear but a very cold wind blowing. We were unable to do any tracting. After spending the forenoon at lodge we spent the afternoon visiting friends and Saints. Visited a Miss White, Wethereall's, Heath's and Lightfoot's then came to lodge and retired.
Friday, February 9, 1906.
Spent forenoon at Lodge. In the afternoon we went tracting Gloucester Rd. Met with fair success. When completed we went to Newtown. Visited Nelson's and Reay's. Had a Gospel conversation at each place. Leaving Newtown we came down to Sister Walker's and spent the evening.
Saturday, February 10, 1906.
In the forenoon I studied the S.S. lesson. In the afternoon we went to Carruther's. Took tea. From there we went to Mrs. Sander's for a short time and then to Sister Atkinson's. Took supper and spent the evening.
Sunday, February 11, 1906.
After spending the morning in study we went to the Hall and prepared for Sunday school which was held with a good attendance. We went to tea at Sister Atkinson's and in the evening held our service which was well attended. After meeting Choir Practise was held.
Monday, February 12, 1906.
After spending the forenoon at lodge we ventured tracting. The weather was quite cold. We began [at] Denton Home with third tracts. I met some who were friendly but others were very distant. When finished we visited Bro. Armstrong. Returning to lodge for tea. Then we spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's. (?????)
Tuesday, February 13, 1906.
Spent the forenoon and part of the afternoon at lodge. Sister Atkinson called on us and we had a long talk over a little trouble that had occurred between us and members at No. 7. All was made right; although unpleasant at the time, in the evening we took tea at Sister Atkinson's, then went to hold Choir Practise. From there home.
Wednesday, February 14, 1906.
We done some studying in the forenoon. After dinner we went tracting. Continuing our labours in Denton Home. When finished we took a walk up to the Cemetery. Then back to Sister Cook's where we had tea. Later we left to prepare the Hall for Mutual.
Thursday, February 15, 1906.
Studied in the forenoon. In the afternoon went tracting Denton Home. In the evening went to Stanwix. Spent the evening with Heath's.
Friday, February 16, 1906.
Our forenoon was spent as usual at lodge studying, writing and reading. After dinner we set out to do some tracting. Met with good success with some exceptions of ridicule. When finished tracting we went to Newtown. Visited the Nelson's. Took tea at Sister Nelson's. Later came to lodge where we spent the evening.
Saturday, February 17, 1906.
We called on a number of the Saints during the day. Our first visit being at Sister Lightfoot's where we took dinner. Leaving there we called on Sister Sander's for a short time. Later we called on Bro. Armstrong then went to Sister Atkinson's. Spent the evening.
Sunday, February 18, 1906.
We done some studying till 1 o'clock at which time we went to the Hall and prepared for Sunday school. It being a nice day many attended the school and fine spirit prevailed. We took tea at Sister Atkinson's. And at 6:30 P.M. reassembled for evening service. The Hall was crowded to its utmost. A fine spirit was present. Elder Rich spoke first upon the First Principles. Then I spoke on the Godhead. After meeting we had Choir Practise.
Sunday, May 31, 2020
Sunday, May 24, 2020
Brother Sander Peacefully Passed Away
Wednesday, January 10, 1906.
In the forenoon we did some writing and studying. It was very cold, so we did not go tracting in the afternoon, but done [did] considerable visiting among some friends we made while tracting. We had conversations with them and left some books and tracts wherever we could. We spent a pleasant afternoon, met some fine people. In the evening we went to Sister Taylor's, had tea, and spent a pleasant afternoon. From Sister Taylor's we went to the Hall to hold Mutual. We had a nice meeting. Lesson was hard No. 4 in 1901-1902 Manual, "Erroneous Ideas of the Godhead". While at Mutual we heard Bro. Sander was very sick, so we went up after meeting. When we got there found he was very bad. We all knelt in prayer as to his request, then we anointed him but he grew worse and worse and we could see that life was nearly ended. At 11:20 he peacefully passed away. Bro Sander was 68 yrs. old. Had belonged to the church about two years. He had been afflicted for three years with a disease which completely racked his nervous system, therefore he had been a great sufferer, but he was a good man and loved the Gospel.
Thursday, January 11, 1906.
In the forenoon we went to Sister Atkinson's. Remained there for some time. From there we went to Newtown. Visited the two Nelson families, also Reay's. From there we went to Sister Cook's, had tea. Spent a few hours. From there we went to Stanwix to visit Heath's. It rained all the time we were going to Stanwix and we got quite wet. After a pleasant evening we came home and retired.
Friday, January 12, 1906.
Spent the forenoon in study. In the afternoon we went tracting. Had good success. When finished made some calls on friends. In the evening we visited the Vicar of St. Stephan's church, the Rev. Coplan. He had been reading the Book of Mormon. We had a two hour talk with him on the Gospel. After leaving his home we went to Sister Lightfoot's. Had supper. From there called on Sister Sander to see about the funeral.
Saturday, January 13, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at lodge studying. After dinner we went and engaged a cab for the funeral. In the evneing called at Sister Sander's. Then went to Sister Lighfoot's, had supper. Then to Choir Practise. From practise spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's.
Sunday, January 14, 1906. very windy.
Spent the forenoon at lodge studying. At 1:40 P.M. the cab called for us and drove us to the home of Sister Sander, where we were to join the funeral procession of Bro. Sander, as we were going to conduct the service. After driving to the cemetery, we held the service in the Decenter's [Dissenter's] Chapel (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Carlisle_Cemetery_Dissenters%27_Chapel#/media/File:Dissenters'_mortuary_chapel_-_geograph.org.uk_-_902684.jpg). The chapel was crowded full of people who seemed to be impressed with the service. After the service we went to the grave where we sang a Hymn and dedicated the grave. From the cemetery we drove to Sister Sander's where a tea was given. After the tea we went to the Hall to prepare for evening service. Our hall was crowded with people, many of them who were at the funeral being present. We had a nice meeting after which we had a Choir Practise. From there spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's.
Monday, January 15, 1906. Very Rainy.
This morning we started for Warwick to visit Bro. & Sister Porter. Soon after we started it began to rain. We only one small umbrella between us so before we reached Porter's we were wet, but there was a good fire and we soon dried and took dinner. In the evening, we were going to have cottage meeting but no one came, so we visited a man next door and had a long Gospel conversation. Late in the evening we started home.
Tuesday, January 16, 1906. Rainy.
In the forenoon we took our laundry to No. 7. Returning at noon, had dinner at Lodge, then went tracting. We had good success and when finished we went to Sister Cook's and took tea with them. Leaving there, we went to the Hall for Choir practise.
Wednesday, January 17, 1906. Clear but cold.
Spent the forenoon in study. After dinner went tracting. Denton Home District had good success. Took tea at lodge then went to Mutual. Had a nice meeting.
Thursday, January 18, 1906. Rainy.
Spent part of the forenoon at Lodge. Then we went to Sister Lightfoot to take dinner. After spending a few hours with them went up to Sister Wetherell's. Had tea and spent a pleasant evening. From there to Stanwix to visit Heath's.
Friday, January 19, 1906. Fine day.
Today being an exceptional [ly] good day, we tracted both forenoon and afternoon. Met with fine success. After we had finished tracting we went to Newtown to do some visiting. Called on the two Nelson families and stopped a while. Then called on Mr. & Mrs. Reah. Leaving there we called on Persival's and Walker's then home.
Saturday, January 20, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at Lodge studying. In the afternoon we went visiting. We called at Mrs. Sander's and took tea. Leaving there we went to the book binders to get some Stars bound. From there we called on Mrs. Carruther's then on Bro. & Sister Armstrong. Leaving there we went to Sister Atkinson's where we spent the evening. It was the day after election; blue won.
Sunday, January 21, 1906.
Studied the Sunday School lesson in the forenoon. In the afternoon we attended Sunday School. Had a nice school after which we went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea. Returned in the evening to hold service, there was a good congregation and we enjoyed a nice meeting.
Monday, January 22, 1906.
Wrote a short time in the morning. Went to Sister Atkinson's and done [did] a few odd jobs such as whitewashing the shop ceiling, also put up a clothes rack. Took dinner and tea while there.
Tuesday, January 23, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon we went tracting. Met with fair success. When finished we called Wetherell's shoemaker shop. Then on Sister Taylor. From there home. Had tea and went to Choir Practise in the Hall.
Wednesday, January 24, 1906.
Remained at lodge in the forenoon. In the afternoon went tracting. After visiting fifteen doors it began to rain so we were obliged to stop tracting. We called on a lady who is friendly and had a talk with her at the door. she didn't invite us in as it wasn't her home, but we had a nice talk and left. We went to the Hall. Had a joiner fix the hall windows. Then we called on a Mrs. Johnson, a friend. From her home we went to Bro. Armstrong's a few minutes. Then to Mutual.
Thursday, January 25, 1906.
Spent the forenoon studying. In the afternoon went tracting met with good success. When finished went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea. Sister Walker was there visiting so we spent a pleasant evening visiting.
Friday, January 26, 1906.
Spent the forenoon tracting. Came home to dinner. In the afternoon we continued tracting. I did not have a very successful day tracting as the district had a rough class of people who didn't care for religion. We spent tea time at Sister Taylor's. From there we spent the evening at Mr. Sander's. I done [did] some writing for him.
Saturday, January 27, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon we went down and called on Mrs. Carruther's. Took tea while there. From there went to Sister Cooke's and spent a few hours. Had supper. Sister Cooke made some broth for our special benefit. It was fine. From there we went to Sister Atkinson's and spent the evening.
Sunday, January 28, 1906.
I studied the Sunday School lesson in the forenoon. At 2:30 we held our Sunday School. There was a good attendance. After it was out we went to Sister Atkinson's for tea. In the evening at 6:30 all gathered at the Hall where we held our evening Service. Quite a number of strangers were present and we enjoyed a good spirit. The day was quite rainy. Choir Practise was held. After meeting and after it was we went to Sister Atkinson's for a short time.
Monday, January 29, 1906.
We made out our monthly reports this morning. When finished sent them in to Middlesborough. We then got ready to go to Warwick. On our way called in at Sister Atkinson's to see if they were going. They were going by the five train so we we set out afoot. We arrived there a little after four. In the evening the Saints came and we held our cottage meeting. After it we all walked back to Carslile.
In the forenoon we did some writing and studying. It was very cold, so we did not go tracting in the afternoon, but done [did] considerable visiting among some friends we made while tracting. We had conversations with them and left some books and tracts wherever we could. We spent a pleasant afternoon, met some fine people. In the evening we went to Sister Taylor's, had tea, and spent a pleasant afternoon. From Sister Taylor's we went to the Hall to hold Mutual. We had a nice meeting. Lesson was hard No. 4 in 1901-1902 Manual, "Erroneous Ideas of the Godhead". While at Mutual we heard Bro. Sander was very sick, so we went up after meeting. When we got there found he was very bad. We all knelt in prayer as to his request, then we anointed him but he grew worse and worse and we could see that life was nearly ended. At 11:20 he peacefully passed away. Bro Sander was 68 yrs. old. Had belonged to the church about two years. He had been afflicted for three years with a disease which completely racked his nervous system, therefore he had been a great sufferer, but he was a good man and loved the Gospel.
Thursday, January 11, 1906.
In the forenoon we went to Sister Atkinson's. Remained there for some time. From there we went to Newtown. Visited the two Nelson families, also Reay's. From there we went to Sister Cook's, had tea. Spent a few hours. From there we went to Stanwix to visit Heath's. It rained all the time we were going to Stanwix and we got quite wet. After a pleasant evening we came home and retired.
Friday, January 12, 1906.
Spent the forenoon in study. In the afternoon we went tracting. Had good success. When finished made some calls on friends. In the evening we visited the Vicar of St. Stephan's church, the Rev. Coplan. He had been reading the Book of Mormon. We had a two hour talk with him on the Gospel. After leaving his home we went to Sister Lightfoot's. Had supper. From there called on Sister Sander to see about the funeral.
Saturday, January 13, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at lodge studying. After dinner we went and engaged a cab for the funeral. In the evneing called at Sister Sander's. Then went to Sister Lighfoot's, had supper. Then to Choir Practise. From practise spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's.
Sunday, January 14, 1906. very windy.
Spent the forenoon at lodge studying. At 1:40 P.M. the cab called for us and drove us to the home of Sister Sander, where we were to join the funeral procession of Bro. Sander, as we were going to conduct the service. After driving to the cemetery, we held the service in the Decenter's [Dissenter's] Chapel (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Carlisle_Cemetery_Dissenters%27_Chapel#/media/File:Dissenters'_mortuary_chapel_-_geograph.org.uk_-_902684.jpg). The chapel was crowded full of people who seemed to be impressed with the service. After the service we went to the grave where we sang a Hymn and dedicated the grave. From the cemetery we drove to Sister Sander's where a tea was given. After the tea we went to the Hall to prepare for evening service. Our hall was crowded with people, many of them who were at the funeral being present. We had a nice meeting after which we had a Choir Practise. From there spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's.
Monday, January 15, 1906. Very Rainy.
This morning we started for Warwick to visit Bro. & Sister Porter. Soon after we started it began to rain. We only one small umbrella between us so before we reached Porter's we were wet, but there was a good fire and we soon dried and took dinner. In the evening, we were going to have cottage meeting but no one came, so we visited a man next door and had a long Gospel conversation. Late in the evening we started home.
Tuesday, January 16, 1906. Rainy.
In the forenoon we took our laundry to No. 7. Returning at noon, had dinner at Lodge, then went tracting. We had good success and when finished we went to Sister Cook's and took tea with them. Leaving there, we went to the Hall for Choir practise.
Wednesday, January 17, 1906. Clear but cold.
Spent the forenoon in study. After dinner went tracting. Denton Home District had good success. Took tea at lodge then went to Mutual. Had a nice meeting.
Thursday, January 18, 1906. Rainy.
Spent part of the forenoon at Lodge. Then we went to Sister Lightfoot to take dinner. After spending a few hours with them went up to Sister Wetherell's. Had tea and spent a pleasant evening. From there to Stanwix to visit Heath's.
Friday, January 19, 1906. Fine day.
Today being an exceptional [ly] good day, we tracted both forenoon and afternoon. Met with fine success. After we had finished tracting we went to Newtown to do some visiting. Called on the two Nelson families and stopped a while. Then called on Mr. & Mrs. Reah. Leaving there we called on Persival's and Walker's then home.
Saturday, January 20, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at Lodge studying. In the afternoon we went visiting. We called at Mrs. Sander's and took tea. Leaving there we went to the book binders to get some Stars bound. From there we called on Mrs. Carruther's then on Bro. & Sister Armstrong. Leaving there we went to Sister Atkinson's where we spent the evening. It was the day after election; blue won.
Sunday, January 21, 1906.
Studied the Sunday School lesson in the forenoon. In the afternoon we attended Sunday School. Had a nice school after which we went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea. Returned in the evening to hold service, there was a good congregation and we enjoyed a nice meeting.
Monday, January 22, 1906.
Wrote a short time in the morning. Went to Sister Atkinson's and done [did] a few odd jobs such as whitewashing the shop ceiling, also put up a clothes rack. Took dinner and tea while there.
Tuesday, January 23, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon we went tracting. Met with fair success. When finished we called Wetherell's shoemaker shop. Then on Sister Taylor. From there home. Had tea and went to Choir Practise in the Hall.
Wednesday, January 24, 1906.
Remained at lodge in the forenoon. In the afternoon went tracting. After visiting fifteen doors it began to rain so we were obliged to stop tracting. We called on a lady who is friendly and had a talk with her at the door. she didn't invite us in as it wasn't her home, but we had a nice talk and left. We went to the Hall. Had a joiner fix the hall windows. Then we called on a Mrs. Johnson, a friend. From her home we went to Bro. Armstrong's a few minutes. Then to Mutual.
Thursday, January 25, 1906.
Spent the forenoon studying. In the afternoon went tracting met with good success. When finished went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea. Sister Walker was there visiting so we spent a pleasant evening visiting.
Friday, January 26, 1906.
Spent the forenoon tracting. Came home to dinner. In the afternoon we continued tracting. I did not have a very successful day tracting as the district had a rough class of people who didn't care for religion. We spent tea time at Sister Taylor's. From there we spent the evening at Mr. Sander's. I done [did] some writing for him.
Saturday, January 27, 1906.
Spent the forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon we went down and called on Mrs. Carruther's. Took tea while there. From there went to Sister Cooke's and spent a few hours. Had supper. Sister Cooke made some broth for our special benefit. It was fine. From there we went to Sister Atkinson's and spent the evening.
Sunday, January 28, 1906.
I studied the Sunday School lesson in the forenoon. At 2:30 we held our Sunday School. There was a good attendance. After it was out we went to Sister Atkinson's for tea. In the evening at 6:30 all gathered at the Hall where we held our evening Service. Quite a number of strangers were present and we enjoyed a good spirit. The day was quite rainy. Choir Practise was held. After meeting and after it was we went to Sister Atkinson's for a short time.
Monday, January 29, 1906.
We made out our monthly reports this morning. When finished sent them in to Middlesborough. We then got ready to go to Warwick. On our way called in at Sister Atkinson's to see if they were going. They were going by the five train so we we set out afoot. We arrived there a little after four. In the evening the Saints came and we held our cottage meeting. After it we all walked back to Carslile.
Sunday, May 17, 2020
Thanksgiving in Carlisle and a Trip to Gretna Green, Scotland
Friday, November 24, 1905.
After a forenoon's study we went tracting in a new district Denton Holme. I had good success. Met some fine people who were interested in my doctrines. When we finished came to lodge and found Elder Godfrey waiting for us. He has come from Hartlepool to spend a weekend with us. We had tea then called on Sister Walker. From there to Sister Atkinson's to spend the evening. Elder Godfrey stopped there over night and Elder Rich and I returned to lodge.
Saturday, November 25, 1905. Carlisle.
We spent forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon we went to Sister Atkinson's. As Elder Godfrey and Rich had never been through the Castle I took them there and the guide took us through. After spending an hour at the castle we went to the Carlisle Cathedral and attended services that were being held. From there we went through the Market place, went home, had tea, then went to the Cross and held a st. [street] meeting. Elders Godfrey & Rich spoke. From there we went to Garfield St. and held a cottage meeting at Mrs. Carrother's. There weren't many present. Elder Godfrey and I spoke. After meeting we went to Sister Atkinson's.
Sunday, November 26, 1905. Carlisle.
I spent the morning studying. In the afternoon we went to the hall and held our Sunday School. After which we went to Sister Atkinson's for tea. In the evening, we returned to services, had a nice meeting. Elder Godfrey spoke on the Book of Mormon. After meeting we held Choir practise.
Monday, November 27, 1905. Carlisle.
Elders Rich, Godfrey, and I left Carlisle in the morning to go to Sister Porter's. Arrived there a[t] noon for dinner. In the evening the Saints came and we held a cottage meeting. Walked back to Carlisle afterwards. It was late when we arrived.
Tuesday, November 28, 1905. Carlisle.
Spent the forenoon in studying and writing. Elder Godfrey came to the lodge in the morning at 9:30 [or 11:30?] and we accompanied him to the station. After dinner we went out tracting. When finished for the day we went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea. Thence to Choir practise in the evening.
Wednesday, November 29, 1905.
Spent the forenoon at Lodge. In the afternoon went out tracting. Had good success. After having tea at Lodge we went to see Bro. Armstrong. From there to Mutual. We finished the Life of Christ Manual and assigned our next Lesson from the new Manual, The First Principals [Principles] of the Gospel 1901-1902 Manual.
Thursday, November 30, 1905.
Thanksgiving day. After tending to our morning's work we went to Sister Atkinson's. Helped them with their work. A nice dinner was prepared for us after which we had an enjoyable time together. In the evening we went to Stanwix to visit Heath's. Had a[n] enjoyable evening and a nice Gospel conversation.
Friday, December 1, 1905.
This morning I made out the monthly report and sent it in. Spent the afternoon visiting, took tea at Sister Cook's. From there went to Mr. Walker's and practised some songs.
Saturday, December 2, 1905.
According to a mutual agreement we Elders Rich (https://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/missionary/individual/edward-stokes-rich-1886?lang=eng - he later married one of the Atkinson sisters - Eleanor Jane) and Neeley set out on a tin [ten?] mile trip Gretna Green (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gretna_Green) a noted place in Scotland for runaway marriages anciently. The walk was very pleasant and we enjoyed the trip through the Scotch [Scottish] villages and towns. Finally we arrived at Gretna about 1:30. We were very hungry so sought a Scotch shop. Bought 3 tea cakes and 2 pence cheese. Went to the R.R. [railroad] station, sat down, and ate the same. After taking the town sights we started back home. Arrived tired out. [Of] Course we didn't get married there, as we didn't see any one except a few old Scotch woman.
Sunday, December 3, 1905.
I studied my Sunday school Lesson this morning. At 1 P.M. went to the Hall and prepared for Sunday School. At 2:30 it commenced. Had a nice class. After S.S. we took tea at lodge. The[n] returned and had our services. A nice crowd was present and we enjoyed a good Spirit. After meeting we had a choir practise and from there went to No. 7 to spend the evening.
Monday, December 4, 1905.
Studied in the forenoon. In the afternoon went out tracting. Went to Sister Atkinson's in the evening for tea. From there went to Sister Cook's. Held a cottage meeting. Afterwards had a Gospel conversation with Mr. Wilson.
Tuesday, December 5, 1905.
Today being rainy, we were unable to distribute tracts. So we did some visiting. We called on two families we met while tracting. But they wouldn't invite us in, so we went to see Sister Walker whom we heard was ill. From there we called on Sister Burthwick and Bro. Allen & family. From there to Choir practise at the Hall.
Wednesday, December 6, 1905.
The forenoon was spent as usual in study. After dinner we went out tracting. Had good success. We went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea thence to Mutual at the Hall.
Thursday, December 7, 1905.
This forenoon we did some visiting. First called on Bro. & Sister Sanders. From there went to Sister Wetherall's and had a talk with her. On our return stopped in at Sister Atkinson's then to the Lodge. Had dinner and went out tracting. I met a Minister, but he refused to except [accept] a tract, closing the door in my face with the words - "I know my Gospel". We finished tracting and went to Newtown to visit a lady who was very ill, but she had heard of us Elders and the Gospel. We taught also the authority and power we claimed to have. Through her cousin who is a member of our church, so she requested us to visit her. We were taken to her sick room where a long Gospel conversation followed and she requested us to administer to her which we did, rebuking the disease, prayer on her system, in the name of the Lord. Leaving her place we called of [on] Mr. & Mrs. Reah, then went to Stanwix to see Heath's. They were not at home so we returned to Lodge.
Friday, December 8, 1905.
We went tracting in the afternoon. When we finished we called on Mr. & Mrs. Tweddy a family I met while tracting, then on Sister Walker. We went to Sister Taylor's for tea and spent a pleasant evening.
Saturday, December 9, 1905.
Spent the forenoon in study. In the afternoon we visited a second hand book stall, but could not find the book we wanted. Afterward went through the Museum which was very interesting. In the evening we visited Mrs. Carrother's and gave her instructions as to getting baptized. From there we went to Sister Atkinson's to spend the evening.
Sunday, December 10, 1905.
I spent the morning studying the Sunday School lesson. At 2 P.M. we went to the Hall and had it in readiness for Sunday School. At 2:30 it commenced. We had a nice attendance. We only have three classes which are divided by curtains. Elder Rich teaches the Kindergarten, Sister Nellie Atkinson the First Intermediate, and Myself the Theological. After S.S. we went to Sister Atkinson's for tea. Returned to Meeting at 6:30. There was a good crowd gathered together. A good spirit prevailed. Spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's.
Monday, December 11, 1905.
This morning we prepared to go to Sister Porter's to spend the day. We were there in good time. After our four mile walk, Sister Porter made us welcome, prepared a nice dinner for us. In the evening we took a walk to Corly Bridge and back. Finally the Saints came and we held a our cottage meeting. Afterwards setting out on foot back to Carlisle. It was late when we arrived.
Tuesday, December 12, 1905.
Spent a good afternoon tracting. In the evening took tea at Lightfoot's thence to Choir practise.
Wednesday, December 13, 1905.
This morning we called to see a man, to have him clean our Hall windows. In the afternoon we went tracting. Had a fine afternoon. We went to Sister Cook's for tea. From there to the Hall to prepare for Mutual. Sister Nelson, the cousin we administered to, told me after we left the home of the lady we administered to, she fell into a deep sleep, even so much that her baby crying could not awaken her. Finally she awoke and all pain had left her. Soon she was up and about her work. This adds to my testimony as to the work I am engaged in.
Thursday, December 14, 1905.
We went to the Hall while the windows were being cleaned. We did some repairs also while there. In the afternoon we did some tracting. Took tea at Sister Wetheral's and spent part of the evening there, then went to Heath's and spent the remainder.
Friday, December 15, 1905.
Today we went tracting. Met with fair success. I got mixed up with a lot of Catholics and received some ridicule and scoff. I couldn't hold them to the scriptures. They wouldn't except [accept] King James. We went to Newtown and called on the two Nelson families. From there to Carrother's, thence to Walker's and practised some songs.
Saturday, December 16, 1905.
Spent the forenoon studying. In the afternoon we went tracting a short time. Then went to Bro. Armstrong's for tea, thence to Sisters Lightfoot's & Atkinson's. Sister Lightfoot has moved from Upperby to 25 Regent Terr. of [a] few doors from Sister Atkinson's.
Sunday, December 17, 1905.
Studied in the morning. In the afternoon went to Sunday School. Came to lodge for tea, then to the Hall for our service. There were [was] a good attendance. After meeting choir practise convened. From it we went to Sister Atkinson's to spend the remainder of the evening.
After a forenoon's study we went tracting in a new district Denton Holme. I had good success. Met some fine people who were interested in my doctrines. When we finished came to lodge and found Elder Godfrey waiting for us. He has come from Hartlepool to spend a weekend with us. We had tea then called on Sister Walker. From there to Sister Atkinson's to spend the evening. Elder Godfrey stopped there over night and Elder Rich and I returned to lodge.
Saturday, November 25, 1905. Carlisle.
We spent forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon we went to Sister Atkinson's. As Elder Godfrey and Rich had never been through the Castle I took them there and the guide took us through. After spending an hour at the castle we went to the Carlisle Cathedral and attended services that were being held. From there we went through the Market place, went home, had tea, then went to the Cross and held a st. [street] meeting. Elders Godfrey & Rich spoke. From there we went to Garfield St. and held a cottage meeting at Mrs. Carrother's. There weren't many present. Elder Godfrey and I spoke. After meeting we went to Sister Atkinson's.
Sunday, November 26, 1905. Carlisle.
I spent the morning studying. In the afternoon we went to the hall and held our Sunday School. After which we went to Sister Atkinson's for tea. In the evening, we returned to services, had a nice meeting. Elder Godfrey spoke on the Book of Mormon. After meeting we held Choir practise.
Monday, November 27, 1905. Carlisle.
Elders Rich, Godfrey, and I left Carlisle in the morning to go to Sister Porter's. Arrived there a[t] noon for dinner. In the evening the Saints came and we held a cottage meeting. Walked back to Carlisle afterwards. It was late when we arrived.
Tuesday, November 28, 1905. Carlisle.
Spent the forenoon in studying and writing. Elder Godfrey came to the lodge in the morning at 9:30 [or 11:30?] and we accompanied him to the station. After dinner we went out tracting. When finished for the day we went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea. Thence to Choir practise in the evening.
Wednesday, November 29, 1905.
Spent the forenoon at Lodge. In the afternoon went out tracting. Had good success. After having tea at Lodge we went to see Bro. Armstrong. From there to Mutual. We finished the Life of Christ Manual and assigned our next Lesson from the new Manual, The First Principals [Principles] of the Gospel 1901-1902 Manual.
Thursday, November 30, 1905.
Thanksgiving day. After tending to our morning's work we went to Sister Atkinson's. Helped them with their work. A nice dinner was prepared for us after which we had an enjoyable time together. In the evening we went to Stanwix to visit Heath's. Had a[n] enjoyable evening and a nice Gospel conversation.
Friday, December 1, 1905.
This morning I made out the monthly report and sent it in. Spent the afternoon visiting, took tea at Sister Cook's. From there went to Mr. Walker's and practised some songs.
Saturday, December 2, 1905.
According to a mutual agreement we Elders Rich (https://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/missionary/individual/edward-stokes-rich-1886?lang=eng - he later married one of the Atkinson sisters - Eleanor Jane) and Neeley set out on a tin [ten?] mile trip Gretna Green (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gretna_Green) a noted place in Scotland for runaway marriages anciently. The walk was very pleasant and we enjoyed the trip through the Scotch [Scottish] villages and towns. Finally we arrived at Gretna about 1:30. We were very hungry so sought a Scotch shop. Bought 3 tea cakes and 2 pence cheese. Went to the R.R. [railroad] station, sat down, and ate the same. After taking the town sights we started back home. Arrived tired out. [Of] Course we didn't get married there, as we didn't see any one except a few old Scotch woman.
Sunday, December 3, 1905.
I studied my Sunday school Lesson this morning. At 1 P.M. went to the Hall and prepared for Sunday School. At 2:30 it commenced. Had a nice class. After S.S. we took tea at lodge. The[n] returned and had our services. A nice crowd was present and we enjoyed a good Spirit. After meeting we had a choir practise and from there went to No. 7 to spend the evening.
Monday, December 4, 1905.
Studied in the forenoon. In the afternoon went out tracting. Went to Sister Atkinson's in the evening for tea. From there went to Sister Cook's. Held a cottage meeting. Afterwards had a Gospel conversation with Mr. Wilson.
Tuesday, December 5, 1905.
Today being rainy, we were unable to distribute tracts. So we did some visiting. We called on two families we met while tracting. But they wouldn't invite us in, so we went to see Sister Walker whom we heard was ill. From there we called on Sister Burthwick and Bro. Allen & family. From there to Choir practise at the Hall.
Wednesday, December 6, 1905.
The forenoon was spent as usual in study. After dinner we went out tracting. Had good success. We went to Sister Lightfoot's for tea thence to Mutual at the Hall.
Thursday, December 7, 1905.
This forenoon we did some visiting. First called on Bro. & Sister Sanders. From there went to Sister Wetherall's and had a talk with her. On our return stopped in at Sister Atkinson's then to the Lodge. Had dinner and went out tracting. I met a Minister, but he refused to except [accept] a tract, closing the door in my face with the words - "I know my Gospel". We finished tracting and went to Newtown to visit a lady who was very ill, but she had heard of us Elders and the Gospel. We taught also the authority and power we claimed to have. Through her cousin who is a member of our church, so she requested us to visit her. We were taken to her sick room where a long Gospel conversation followed and she requested us to administer to her which we did, rebuking the disease, prayer on her system, in the name of the Lord. Leaving her place we called of [on] Mr. & Mrs. Reah, then went to Stanwix to see Heath's. They were not at home so we returned to Lodge.
Friday, December 8, 1905.
We went tracting in the afternoon. When we finished we called on Mr. & Mrs. Tweddy a family I met while tracting, then on Sister Walker. We went to Sister Taylor's for tea and spent a pleasant evening.
Saturday, December 9, 1905.
Spent the forenoon in study. In the afternoon we visited a second hand book stall, but could not find the book we wanted. Afterward went through the Museum which was very interesting. In the evening we visited Mrs. Carrother's and gave her instructions as to getting baptized. From there we went to Sister Atkinson's to spend the evening.
Sunday, December 10, 1905.
I spent the morning studying the Sunday School lesson. At 2 P.M. we went to the Hall and had it in readiness for Sunday School. At 2:30 it commenced. We had a nice attendance. We only have three classes which are divided by curtains. Elder Rich teaches the Kindergarten, Sister Nellie Atkinson the First Intermediate, and Myself the Theological. After S.S. we went to Sister Atkinson's for tea. Returned to Meeting at 6:30. There was a good crowd gathered together. A good spirit prevailed. Spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's.
Monday, December 11, 1905.
This morning we prepared to go to Sister Porter's to spend the day. We were there in good time. After our four mile walk, Sister Porter made us welcome, prepared a nice dinner for us. In the evening we took a walk to Corly Bridge and back. Finally the Saints came and we held a our cottage meeting. Afterwards setting out on foot back to Carlisle. It was late when we arrived.
Tuesday, December 12, 1905.
Spent a good afternoon tracting. In the evening took tea at Lightfoot's thence to Choir practise.
Wednesday, December 13, 1905.
This morning we called to see a man, to have him clean our Hall windows. In the afternoon we went tracting. Had a fine afternoon. We went to Sister Cook's for tea. From there to the Hall to prepare for Mutual. Sister Nelson, the cousin we administered to, told me after we left the home of the lady we administered to, she fell into a deep sleep, even so much that her baby crying could not awaken her. Finally she awoke and all pain had left her. Soon she was up and about her work. This adds to my testimony as to the work I am engaged in.
Thursday, December 14, 1905.
We went to the Hall while the windows were being cleaned. We did some repairs also while there. In the afternoon we did some tracting. Took tea at Sister Wetheral's and spent part of the evening there, then went to Heath's and spent the remainder.
Friday, December 15, 1905.
Today we went tracting. Met with fair success. I got mixed up with a lot of Catholics and received some ridicule and scoff. I couldn't hold them to the scriptures. They wouldn't except [accept] King James. We went to Newtown and called on the two Nelson families. From there to Carrother's, thence to Walker's and practised some songs.
Saturday, December 16, 1905.
Spent the forenoon studying. In the afternoon we went tracting a short time. Then went to Bro. Armstrong's for tea, thence to Sisters Lightfoot's & Atkinson's. Sister Lightfoot has moved from Upperby to 25 Regent Terr. of [a] few doors from Sister Atkinson's.
Sunday, December 17, 1905.
Studied in the morning. In the afternoon went to Sunday School. Came to lodge for tea, then to the Hall for our service. There were [was] a good attendance. After meeting choir practise convened. From it we went to Sister Atkinson's to spend the remainder of the evening.
Sunday, May 10, 2020
One Man Was Going to Have Me Banished...
Monday, November 13, 1905. Middlesborough
Elder Jensen and I arose early this morning and went to Bruce Hall to attend Priesthood meeting. Pres. Grant was with us and listened to our reports. Afterwards gave us some good instructions in to our labours. During the meeting Pres. Adams was released to go home and Elder Taylor put in as Pres. [president] over the Conference. Elder McFarlane as secretary. After meeting, a number of us went to Sister Johnson's for dinner. We also spent the afternoon there. In the evening, the MIA [Mutual Improvement Association] of Middlesborough gave a party at the Cooperative Hall at which all Saints, Elders and friends gathered for an evening's enjoyment. A fine program was rendered. Refreshments were served and dancing was engaged in, by all the Elders who had to take a back seat and watch the others, "bondage". After spending a most pleasant evening Elder Everett and I went to Sister Riges to stop over night.
Tuesday, November 14, 1905. Middlesborough.
This morning we came to Bruces Hall to attend Priesthood Meeting. We all expressed ourselves as to our labours. Pres. Adams gave us some valuable instructions. Many changes were made in the branches. In regard to the Elders I was destined to continue my labors in Carlisle with Elder Rich as my companion. After Priesthood meeting, Elder Rich and I went to Sister Patterson's for dinner, after which we went to the office and myself, Sisters Atkinson and Porter prepared to leave for Carlisle. Elder Everett accompanied us to the train which left at 2 P.M. We came via Durham & Newcastle. We made connections at Darlington & Newcastle. Sister Porter got out a[t] Wetheral station. It was 7:30 when we arrived at Carlisle. I spent the evening at Sister Atkinson's
Wednesday, November 15, 1905. Carlisle.
It seemed strange to be alone. I spent the forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon, I visited Sister Walker, then came home and studied my Mutual lesson. In the evening attended Mutual after which we held choir practise.
Thursday, November 16, 1905. Carlisle.
Called on Sister Atkinson this morning. Also Bro. Armstrong. In the afternoon went to Newtown. Visited Cooks and Nelsons. Thence to Stanwix to spend the evening at Heaths. Returned late.
Friday, November 17, 1905. Carlisle.
Spent the forenoon at Lodge. After dinner, I went tracting. Had a good time. In the evening I went to Sisters Taylor's, Lightfoot's and Atkinson's.
Saturday, November 18, 1905. Carlisle.
I remain in and studied this forenoon. In the afternoon I went to the station to meet Elder Rich. We made a number of calls on friends down Denton [street], [then] home, way [away?]. In the evening we went to Sister Atkinson's, had a pleasant evening.
Sunday, November 19, 1905. Carlisle.
I studied my S. [Sunday] School lesson in the forenoon. In the afternoon we went to the Hall to hold our Sunday School. We had a nice gathering. In the evening our services commenced at 6:30. A good spirit was present and the goodly number gathered together enjoyed it. After meeting a Choir practise was held.
Monday, November 20, 1905. Carlisle.
Spent the forenoon at lodge. In the afternoon we went to Sister Atkinson's and done some painting for her. In the evening we went to Bro. Cook's on Wigton Rd. and held a cottage meeting.
Tuesday, November 21, 1905. Carlisle.
We spent the forenoon studying. In the afternoon went tracting. Also did some calling on friends. In the evening, went to Newtown. Called on Sister Nelson and Mr. Reah. Returned to the hall for Choir Practise.
Wednesday, November 22, 1905. Carlisle.
The forenoon as usual was spent in study. In the afternoon we went out tracting. Met all kinds of people. Some were friendly and some were not. One man was going to have me banished, but notwithstanding the opposition, I enjoyed tracting. When finished for the day we went to Sister Taylor's to tea. In the evening attended Mutual.
Thursday, November 23, 1905. Carlisle.
We done some visiting in the forenoon and in the afternoon began tracting. Where we left of[f] the previous day. In the evening we took tea at Sister Wetherall's. From there to Stanwix, spent the evening at Heaths.
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Elder Everett's Farewell and Conference in Middlesborough
Sunday, November 5, 1905.
Spent the forenoon in study. At 2:30 we began our Sunday School. At the first part of the meeting, we confirmed those who had been baptized members of the Church. Elder Everett, Bro. Lightfoot, and I officiated. After the Confirmations the sacrament was administered unto them. The remaining part of the meeting was devoted to testimony bearing. A fine spirit was present and nearly all the new members bore their testimonies with tears in their eyes and we all rejoiced. In the evening, we again assembled for our evening service. We were all filled with joy. I spoke first after which Elder Everett spoke with spirit and power. We spent the time after meeting in Choir practise.
Monday, November 6, 1905.
We spent the forenoon at lodge. At noon we called at Sister Atkinson's and from there we started out to Wetheral. After a five mile walk, arrived at Bro. Porter's. In the evening when the Saints had come, we held our cottage meeting. Afterwards returned home.
Tuesday, November 7, 1905.
After doing some writing and other duties at Lodge we went to the Infirmary to visit Mrs. Armstrong. From there we went to Newtown. Visited Sister Nelson, thence to 10 Crummic [Crummick or Crummock] Terrace to visit Bro. & Sister Cook. These were some who were just brought into the church. Leaving Cook's we went to the hall where Choir practise convened. After a good practise, went to Sister Atkinson's then home.
Wednesday, November 8, 1905.
Spent nearly all day at lodge studying and writing. In the evening went to Mutual.
Thursday, November 9, 1905.
Elder Everett and [I] spent the forenoon at lodge packing his trunk. In the afternoon we called on a number of Saints and friends, it being Elder Everett's final visit.
Friday, November 10, 1905.
Continued our visiting today. Having called on all our friends, Elder Everett bade them good bye. Spent the evening at Sis. Atkinson's.
Saturday, November 11, 1905. Conference.
This morning we took our early departure for Middlesborough, there being in company with us Sisters Atkinson and Porter. We went via Newcastle & Sunderland arriving at Middlesborough about noon. Went to 14 Dunning St. Met quite a number of the Elders and was assigned to dinner at Sis. Pattison's. Elder Wootton and I. Priesthood meeting was not held in the afternoon as Pres. Grant did not arrive. But in the evening we held five St. [street] meetings. Elders White, Jensen, and I went to Bro. Johnson's to stop over night.
Sunday, November 12, 1905. Middlesborough
Elder Jensen and I over slept, and in our hurry to the Cooperative Hall to attend morning session of Conference lost our way, therefore were late for meeting. Meeting commenced at 10:30. After sustaining of the general authorities of the church, the statistical report was read by Elder Taylor. Pres. Adams then welcomed all and spoke briefly on the Gospel. Elders Horace T. Godfrey and Walter G. Paul, on the necessity of living the Gospel. Pres. [Heber J.] Grant spoke on the Character of the Latter-day Saints. Meeting adjourned till 2:30. In the afternoon session, Elders Robert Hazen and J.A.F. Everett spoke on blessing received through fasting and prayer and obeying the commandments of the Lord. Pres. Grant then spoke on the Divine mission of the Prophet Joseph Smith, urging the Saints to live their religion. Meeting then adjourned till 6:30 P.M. At the evening service, the speakers were Elders Matthias W. Lowe, William White, and James McFarlane. Pres. Grant then spoke [on] the work being done by the Elders, and that people should pay heed to the message brought to them. During the services, sacred solos and inspiring music was rendered by the Middlesborough choir. Sister Sarah Ridge, Alice Bird and Pres. Grant rendering solos. The conference was a treat and all present enjoyed a Spiritual treat. I offered closing prayer. After meeting a number of us Elders were invited down to Sister Bird's, a nice tea was prepared for us. The evening was spent in singing and having a sicable [sp? - sociable] time. Elder Jensen and I returned to Bro. Johnson's to stop over night.
Spent the forenoon in study. At 2:30 we began our Sunday School. At the first part of the meeting, we confirmed those who had been baptized members of the Church. Elder Everett, Bro. Lightfoot, and I officiated. After the Confirmations the sacrament was administered unto them. The remaining part of the meeting was devoted to testimony bearing. A fine spirit was present and nearly all the new members bore their testimonies with tears in their eyes and we all rejoiced. In the evening, we again assembled for our evening service. We were all filled with joy. I spoke first after which Elder Everett spoke with spirit and power. We spent the time after meeting in Choir practise.
Monday, November 6, 1905.
We spent the forenoon at lodge. At noon we called at Sister Atkinson's and from there we started out to Wetheral. After a five mile walk, arrived at Bro. Porter's. In the evening when the Saints had come, we held our cottage meeting. Afterwards returned home.
Tuesday, November 7, 1905.
After doing some writing and other duties at Lodge we went to the Infirmary to visit Mrs. Armstrong. From there we went to Newtown. Visited Sister Nelson, thence to 10 Crummic [Crummick or Crummock] Terrace to visit Bro. & Sister Cook. These were some who were just brought into the church. Leaving Cook's we went to the hall where Choir practise convened. After a good practise, went to Sister Atkinson's then home.
Wednesday, November 8, 1905.
Spent nearly all day at lodge studying and writing. In the evening went to Mutual.
Thursday, November 9, 1905.
Elder Everett and [I] spent the forenoon at lodge packing his trunk. In the afternoon we called on a number of Saints and friends, it being Elder Everett's final visit.
Friday, November 10, 1905.
Continued our visiting today. Having called on all our friends, Elder Everett bade them good bye. Spent the evening at Sis. Atkinson's.
Saturday, November 11, 1905. Conference.
This morning we took our early departure for Middlesborough, there being in company with us Sisters Atkinson and Porter. We went via Newcastle & Sunderland arriving at Middlesborough about noon. Went to 14 Dunning St. Met quite a number of the Elders and was assigned to dinner at Sis. Pattison's. Elder Wootton and I. Priesthood meeting was not held in the afternoon as Pres. Grant did not arrive. But in the evening we held five St. [street] meetings. Elders White, Jensen, and I went to Bro. Johnson's to stop over night.
Sunday, November 12, 1905. Middlesborough
Elder Jensen and I over slept, and in our hurry to the Cooperative Hall to attend morning session of Conference lost our way, therefore were late for meeting. Meeting commenced at 10:30. After sustaining of the general authorities of the church, the statistical report was read by Elder Taylor. Pres. Adams then welcomed all and spoke briefly on the Gospel. Elders Horace T. Godfrey and Walter G. Paul, on the necessity of living the Gospel. Pres. [Heber J.] Grant spoke on the Character of the Latter-day Saints. Meeting adjourned till 2:30. In the afternoon session, Elders Robert Hazen and J.A.F. Everett spoke on blessing received through fasting and prayer and obeying the commandments of the Lord. Pres. Grant then spoke on the Divine mission of the Prophet Joseph Smith, urging the Saints to live their religion. Meeting then adjourned till 6:30 P.M. At the evening service, the speakers were Elders Matthias W. Lowe, William White, and James McFarlane. Pres. Grant then spoke [on] the work being done by the Elders, and that people should pay heed to the message brought to them. During the services, sacred solos and inspiring music was rendered by the Middlesborough choir. Sister Sarah Ridge, Alice Bird and Pres. Grant rendering solos. The conference was a treat and all present enjoyed a Spiritual treat. I offered closing prayer. After meeting a number of us Elders were invited down to Sister Bird's, a nice tea was prepared for us. The evening was spent in singing and having a sicable [sp? - sociable] time. Elder Jensen and I returned to Bro. Johnson's to stop over night.
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