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FRIENDS' REVIEW.

VOL. VII.

A RELIGIOUS, LITERARY AND MISCELLANEOUS JOURNAL.

PHILADELPHIA, TENTH MONTH 8, 1853.

EDITED BY ENOCH LEWIS.

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others professing with us, or educated in our principles, resident in the Australian Colonies. Dear Friends and fellow Professors:

our minds a fresh and, in some respects, a peculiar concern for our friends who may be resident there;-a concern which we wish thus to manifest to you individually.

Our Meeting for Sufferings has on several previous occasions addressed the Members of our Religious Society scattered abroad, more particularly those in the Australian Colonies of the British Empire. The altered circumstances of the Colonies, and especially of South Australia and New South Wales, from the discovery of the gold fields, and the consequent tide of emigration which during the past year has flowed from this In reading the following affectionate and Chris-country into those settlements, have awakened in tian Address, issued by our beloved brethren in England to their distantly situated members, our minds have been much turned towards many Friends of our country, who from various moThough the number of this class who are locatives, have been induced to remove to places be-ted in the immediate neighborhood of the gold yond the reach of regularly established meetings for worship and discipline, or are occupying situations where they are almost wholly cut off from association with their brethren and sisters, and that brotherly Christian care which it is our duty to exercise towards each other, and which has been found so conducive to a growth in the life of religion. We believe that there are not a few scattered up and down, in our widely extended country, exposed to the same temptations and the same disadvantages, in a religious sense, as those who are addressed in the subjoined epis-ently with our Christian profession, and that in

tle, and to whom the salutary counsel it contains may be both applicable and useful. We most affectionately and earnestly commend its serious perusal to all our readers, but especially to this class, believing that as they endeavor to seek for Divine assistance to put in practice the Christian duties it so feelingly inculcates, they cannot fail to profit by it, and to reap fruits which will last beyond the narrow boundaries of mere temporal existence.

From the Committee of the Meeting for Sufferings in London, appointed to correspond with Friends in Foreign parts,

To the Members of our Religious Society and

Some

regions may not be large, yet many of you are,
we cannot doubt, brought into contact with the
new state of the population occasioned by the
opening of this fresh field of labor and of gain.
We feel much for you in the varied temptations
incident to such a condition of things.
may have left their native country with the sim-
ple desire "to provide things honest in the sight
of all men;" others may have been allured by in-
ferior motives; but under whatever circumstances
you may find yourselves strangers in a strange
land, we desire that none of you, of either class,
may be discouraged from aiming to walk consist-

no circumstances any approach to indifference
or recklessness of character or conduct may be
given way to. The sterling integrity, the unsul-
lied purity, and the humble piety of the true
Christian may, we believe, through the help of
Divine grace, be as fully maintained in the most
exposed, as in the most sheltered situations of
life. Yet we cannot forget the ensnaring ten-
dency of evil example, of a lower standard of
morals, and of frequent intercourse with men in
whose hearts there is not the fear of God.
districts, too, in which violence and rapine art but
imperfectly repressed by the civil magistrate, the
temptations may be strong to let fall our Christian
testimony to the peaceable nature of the Gospel,
and to the unlawfulness of all violence, even in
self defence.

In

rest, nor can you, with filial confidence, look up to our Heavenly Father, and venture to ask His blessing on your outward concerns in life, or his protection from the snares of the Devil. We would warmly encourage you not to omit sitting down together, even though very few in number, for the performance of religious worship, after the simple manner of Friends, at a stated hour both on the First Day and once in the course of the week. Even when alone, we are persuaded it is right thus to endeavor to "draw nigh unto God," and what a blessing is conveyed in the annexed promise, "He will draw nigh unto you."

When we contemplate our dear friends exposed | you can neither hope to be enabled to fulfil the to such trials and temptations, we are ready to say, "Who is sufficient for these things?" But we remember that in this as well as in every other circumstance of life, " our sufficiency is of God," and of Him alone. And we desire that, when you may feel yourselves most deprived of the protection and help of faithful and experienced brethren, you may be encouraged to look with confidence to that gracious Being who is able and willing, in every time of need, to help those who put their trust in Him. May you, under a sense of your danger, but in reliance on his Holy aid, resist the first allurements from the path of rectitude and purity, shun all evil company, and remember the comprehensive import of the precept "My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not."

Give heed, we entreat you, to those convictions of the Holy Spirit for sin, and those hearttendering visitations of the love of God to your souls with which, we doubt not, you continue to be from time to time mercifully favored. With Christian boldness dare to walk consistently with the principles of your profession in all things, even though such a course will necessarily make you singular among those who may be living in violation of the Divine law. If your heart be ready to faint under a sense of the evil which surrounds you, and the apprehension that no man careth for your soul, we sympathize with you in such a condition of mind, but we would encourage you to look up to that merciful Saviour who died for you, and who ever liveth to intercede for and to succor you. He is as truly at hand to deliver you in your remote and solitary allotments, as when you dwelt among your brethren and friends, and were surrounded, it may be, with all the advantages of outward religious fellowship. His grace is sufficient for you, and his strength, as it is sought in faith, will be made perfect in your weakness.

We doubt not that in what is passing around you, in many places you will see striking evidences of the truth of the Scripture language, that "the love of money is the root of all evil." We affectionately desire that you may be on your guard against this, not only in its grosser forms, but also in its more refined and seductive influences. May the love of Christ so rule in your hearts as to keep them clear from this and every other defilement, and lead you to "seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness," and to "set your affections on things above."

Where you may stand almost or entirely alone as Friends, in a district, there is danger lest the performance of the great duty of Divine worship be neglected or possibly omitted altogether, or if this be not the case, performed in a manner inconsistent with your own early convictions and the Christian principles in which you have been educated. Yet allow us to remind you that if the first and great commandment le lost sight of,

You know, dear Friends, how often retirement before the Lord, self-examination, watchfulness, and prayer have been commended to our members. It is in some fresh sense of the value of these duties, that we would invite you to the diligent practice of them. We doubt not that the possession of the Holy Scriptures will often be felt by you to be an especial privilege, and earnestly would we entreat you frequently to read them with humble and sincere desires that they may be blessed to your souls. In how many instances has the sincere Christian, when deprived of all other outward means of spiritual help, experienced them thus to be applied to his warning, instruction, and comfort.

In conclusion, we beseech you to accept this letter in love, in that love in which we feel that it is offered, a love which seeks your happiness in time and in eternity.

Signed on behalf of the Committee,
JOSIAH FORSTER, Clerk

London, 7th of 2d Month, 1853.

MEMOIR OF JONATHAN HUTCHINSON. (Continued from page 20.)

The following is an extract from a letter addressed to one of his younger female friends:

"I embrace the present liberty for assuring thee how much interest I feel in thy spiritual welfare. My hopes of thee are that thou mayest be a valuable pattern to several precious plants of thy own sex under our name, who are rising up within the immediate sphere of thy own ac quaintance. Youth want monitors, but above al they want practical teachers among themselves They are too prone to think that it is tim enough yet to become religious; or that if thi be necessary, yet both the maxims and manner of their seniors are too austere. But when the see here one, and there another, of their equal in years, and especially if these are in possessio of every means of self-indulgence, with under standings and education no way inferior to the own; when such are beheld stepping forwar somewhat like those who in the early ages Christianity turned out of the Roman legion

boldly declaring themselves its converts, though heard and seen, and I think have remarked to death looked them in the face; such a sight each other, the closing moments of some dear would be likely to arrest the attention even of young persons are found to be; even where the the thoughtless with this consideration,-surely appearance of piety has lain much concealed from it must be for a reality that such sacrifices are outward observation, it has nevertheless been made; it cannot be a chimera for which these elicited in an extraordinary degree on the aptrials are endured. proach of death. Then a faith not built on systems but on the Rock of Ages, has shone forth with effulgence and power; then a hope not deduced from the subtleties of the schools, has, to the humbling admiration of beholders, discovered itself, as an anchor to the departing soul, sure and steadfast; and the whole of the case has manifested too clearly to be mistaken, that not more by their expressions, though these are sometimes remarkable, than by the strength of mind with which they are enabled to pass through the dark valley, by these babes and sucklings, praise of the purest and most exalted kind has been perfected and ascribed to that adorable

"I believe few outward helps would be of so great advantage to young Friends of the present day, as that of witnessing among their contemporaries an increase of decided characters; of those who dying to their own wills, and with a holy courage that eclipses that of outward warfare, taking up their daily cross, avow by the language of conduct, that they are weary of the folly of inconsistency with their own profession, that they are still more weary of the anguish of a divided heart; and that therefore through Divine help they are resolved to quit the service of him who is an enemy to peace, and take that yoke upon them, which notwithstanding the mis-Name who has thus given them the victory over takes about it, is light and easy when compared with the distractions and distresses of disobedience and a wounded conscience."

their last enemy. Let us, therefore, my valued friends, as we may be enabled, unite in the sacred anthem which the dying example of these young believers seems so eminently calculated to inspire.

While thus animating his young Friends to faithfulness in their living example, in another letter he records for their instruction the evi-ble for cheerfulness of disposition, which, how"My niece was when in health rather remarkadence of the fruit of such a life in the last hours ever, she managed so well as to be scarcely ever of a beloved niece: observed to speak censoriously of any one. She "Her conflicts ended last fourth day morning. was also charitable and humane, noticing the The scene for some days had been a deeply affect- poorest of her neighbors with a tender regard. ing one to me, but was more than compensated During her illness, she seemed to have a quick by the confirmation of faith and increase of ex- sense of the presence or absence of spiritual perience, which in common with my surrounding good, circumstances which I think added weight friends, I hope we all derived from it. It is to her expressions. She was also freely commuprobable the oldest of us might never before nicative of the many changes that were permitted have had so full and fair an opportunity of wit- to attend her mind; availing herself of the aids nessing the power of religion on the mind in of friendship and books, without appearing to affliction, in sickness, and in death, or one where- neglect a due attention to that deep inward exin, young as the subject was, grace was so emi-ercise which an apostle has emphatically denominently triumphant, not only over the weakness, nated 'working out our own salvation with fear but amidst the agonies of slowly expiring nature. and trembling.' One evening as her father and I were standing "How much sweeter than roses or their incense, by her couch, from a state of comparative ease. I have thought, is the piety evinced by some of she became suddenly sensible of an approaching our beloved young Friends, who are called upon struggle leaning against her parent and taking in the morning of their day to prove their allemy hand, she exclaimed, "Oh! my dear uncle! giance by their acquiescence in the will of their Oh! my dear father! I am going.' She was Creator and their Redeemer. For early or late, perfectly collected and sensible throughout the living or dying, resignation appears to me to be paroxysm; and at short intervals, but in a raised the only altar on which an acceptable sacrifice of and audible voice, she continued thus to express any kind can be offered; and submissively to herself, "This is death! I had no idea that dying place upon this altar the opening prospects of was like this, but I can bear it.' 'Thou, (mean- early life, and even life itself, seems to be one of ing the Almighty) enablest me to bear it.'- the deepest and most precious experiences of a 'Lord! into thy hands I commend my spirit.' Christian. How lovely then is it, to behold the 'Jesus, receive my spirit.' She then lay for some well disciplined and well regulated minds of some time, as if departing, but whilst we were expect- who are lately passed even from infancy, and to ing to see her breathe her last, she gradually re-perceive, as I think we may sometimes plainly vived, after which, she observed to her mother, 'I thought I was going; I was disappointed, but I desire to wait the Almighty's time.'

How instructive and edifying, as we have often

do, that the principle to which they have been directed, supports them under nature's severest conflicts, and even in the trying hour of dissolution."

This same sentiment is beautifully brought | less the variety of knowledge acquired, which

forth in another letter to a beloved friend, on the illness of his daughter:

"Thy dear suffering daughter appeared to me to be endeavoring, and with considerable success, after acquiescence in her lot of trial. Is not this the very essence of prayer and of praise? And have we not cause to believe that any one whom Infinite Wisdom has laid upon the couch or the pillow of declining health, though a child in other respects, may, by this resignation, be as sufficiently supported and as sweetly comforted as those who, entrusted with different powers, are by the same unerring authority sent across the rolling billows, to meet the face of opposing tumult in distant lands with a message of peace?"

To be continued.

REPORT OF THE MANAGERS OF THE HAVERFORD
SCHOOL ASSOCIATION.

The Managers present their Annual Report, with the conviction deepened by the experience of each succeeding year, of the importance of the trust committed to them.

The admissions during the year were equal to the number leaving at the close of the terms; but owing to the withdrawal of a few students while the school was in session, from sickness or other adequate cause, the average number residing at the Institution, is somewhat smaller than that of the previous year.

ought to be the principal consideration in deciding upon the merits of a course of study. It is of much greater importance to examine into the mental habits which it tends to form. The selection of subjects will much depend upon which of these ends is the more prominent in the mind of the teacher. It has been our aim to arrange the Course, primarily, with reference to the permanent influence upon character; and in doing this, a series of studies has been adopted, which if carefully and thoroughly pursued, must greatly conduce to the Student's progress in after life. It is most earnestly to be desired, that the instruction in ours, and the other schools under the care of Friends, should be distinguished by its thoroughness, rather than by variety and its usual concomitants-feebleness and superficiality.

The conduct of the Students has been in most respects satisfactory. Instances are not wanting, in which the defective evils of previous training have been counteracted; and the close connection between sound moral habits, and success in the acquisition of knowledge, has been often shown in our experience. It is the desire of the Board to watch with increasing care, over the moral and religious progress of the Students. To promote this, they feel that a very firm, though kind discipline, is indispensable. There is no subject which more imperiously demands the unceasing vigilance of all who are connected with the Institution-whether as Managers, Superintendent, or Teachers-than the maintenance of the discipline with Christian firmness and tenderness.

The number of Students in the Introductory classes has been larger than is desirable. There are, however, among these, many young persons of much promise. The better arrangement of The Observatory referred to in our last report, the regular classes, has been productive of good, has been completed, and the large Transit Instruand must contribute much to the efficiency of ment properly mounted. A Friend of this city, the teaching. The studies of each of these who has been one of the earliest and most liberal class es have been announced, and parents desir- benefactors of the school, has presented to it a ing to prepare their sons at home for any one of superior Astronomical Clock, purchased at a cost them, are thus furnished with a guide to the In- of $400,-which will shortly be placed in the troductory course, of which it is hoped an in-new building. The Equatorial Telescope, of 81 creasing number of Friends will avail themselves.

inches diameter and 11 feet focal distance, is ready and expected to be mounted in a few days. The The course of study is no doubt susceptible of Astronomical Apparatus will be complete, when modification; but it has been adopted after much Bond's Magnetic Register, for the instantaneous deliberation, and in its principal features, is the recording of Observations, is attached to the result of large experience. If arrangements could Clock. With a more powerful Telescope than be made in the Boarding and other schools under any in the State, and an Observatory of the most the care of Friends, to take those pupils who de-approved construction and thoroughly furnished, sire it, through the studies required for admission into our third Junior class, it would not only enable them to enter on our Collegiate course with great advantage, but would prove an efficient training for those who are not in circumstances to receive the full benefit of a liberal and systematic education. One of the evils of our preparatory schools, is the multiplication of studies. It may generally be traced to an imperfect apprehension of the ends to be sought for in these seminaries. It is not the amount, much

the Institution will possess ample means for pursuing the study of Astronomy, and recording Observations, which will be instructive to the Students, and add to its well deserved reputation.

The imperfect and dangerous mode of lighting the Buildings having long been a subject of anxiety to the Managers, they decided, after careful and repeated examinations, to cause them to be lighted with gas made on the premises. The apparatus has been for several months in operation, and with entire success. All the

rooms are sufficiently lighted, and it is believed, tion. The school has fulfilled its promises. In at a less proportionate cost than formerly. various and distant parts of our country, young men are found, who acknowledge that they owe to Haverford much, not merely of their success in life, but of their capacity for usefulness, and of that true enjoyment which springs from the right use of talent.

The Managers have for some years, regretted the inadequacy of our Philosophical Apparatus, and the want of a proper Laboratory, to enable the Students to pursue the study of Chemistry with the efficiency which its increasing importance demands. In the course of the past winter, a few Friends, influenced by a desire to extend the usefulness of the school, united in an effort to obtain the funds needed for these purposes, and for the erection of a proper Laundry, the want of which has long been a defect in our domestic arrangements. They succeeded in procuring subscriptions amounting to about $10,000, which, with the sum previously received for the purchase of the Telescope, and such further contributions as may yet be received, will be applied to defraying the cost of that instrument, and of the improvements recently made, or in progress. When these additions are made to our means of instruction, and for the accommodation of the family, little more will be needed to place us, in these respects, on an equality with the best endowed Educational institutions of the country.

During the past year, a number of young men have enjoyed the advantages of the scholarships, supported out of the income of the fund applicable to that purpose. Several of these have been among our most successful and most respected Students, and there is reason to hope that their influence as teachers will be beneficially felt in various parts of our religious Society.

The current expenditures have been nearly met by the receipts, the deficiency being made up by an appropriation from the income of the permanent fund.

The debt of the Association at this date is $2318.58, the sum of $1056.42 having been paid off.

It is to be regretted, that the due appreciation of the Institution is not more general. Its influence has rarely failed to be beneficially felt, when the full course of study has been completed.

The faithful founders of our religious Society, while they knew that literary training was not essential to religious growth, and indeed could not promote it, unless through submission to the humbling visitations of Divine Grace, were the advocates of sound and comprehensive instruction, in all things "civil and useful." The present position of the Society, requires no less a wide and liberal system of education, together with the full recognition of the incalculably greater value of those religious influences which are not at our command.

Signed by direction and on behalf of the Mana-
CHARLES YARNALL, Secretary.

gers.

GROWTH OF CITIES IN THE UNITED STATES.

We have many startling data with which to illustrate the wonderful progress of our country in industrial pursuits, social refinement, and true national greatness; but there is none more tangible than the growth of our cities. We will select for illustration, only three, from a single State-the cities of Brooklyn, Rochester, and Buffalo, in the State of New York. The wonderful vitality which has stimulated the growth of each has been drawn from separate and distinct sources: Brooklyn from its proximity to a great and increasing commercial city; Rochester It is much to be desired, that the interest in from the inherent energy, industry, and enterthe guarded and liberal education of the sons of prise of its aggregating population; and Buffalo Friends, which prompted the establishment of from its eligible position in the great pathway of Haverford School, by the united efforts of mem- commerce between the Atlantic and the States bers of our religious Society residing in various along the Lakes and the Father of Waters. parts of our country, should be maintained. It Brooklyn is like the child of a rich parent, nursed was in no sectional spirit that the undertaking into life and placed in good society without muck was begun. The new Institution was to aid, not personal endeavor; Rochester is like a sturdy to rival, existing schools under the care of youth, with axe and spade, sent forth from the Friends. It was to carry out the course of in-homestead roof to hew down the forest, let in the struction which had been begun elsewhere. In blessed sunlight to the bosom of Mother Earth, order to effect this, expensive arrangements were unavoidable; and it was well known, that no merely local institution could provide and sustain such means of education as it contemplated. Nor were its benefits to be less widely diffused. Wherever a Friend was found, who desired for his son a Course of systematic instruction, in- BROOKLYN is earliest in date and greatest in tended to develop in due proportions his mental population. Within its corporation bounds Sarah powers, while he was shielded from many influ- Rapelye, the first white child born on Long Island, ences injurious to his moral and religious pro-inspired her earliest breath, two hundred and gress, the benefits of the Institution were offered twenty-eight years ago. The hills around were to him, at a price below the cost to the Associa-called Breucklen (broken land) by the Dutch, and

and then to seek sustenance and manly vigor from the generous soil; and Buffalo is like a publican and toll-gatherer upon the highway, growing rich and lusty upon the spendings of troops of wayfarers, who eat, drink, and are merry, pay tribute, and pass on.

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