The Works of Thomas Chalmers, Volumes 20-21W. Collins, 1836 |
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Page 294
... character and habits , and thus so changes the character of his whole intercourse , that , in- stead of carrying nothing but a pure and exalting influence along with him , he scatters on every side the elements of moral deterioration ...
... character and habits , and thus so changes the character of his whole intercourse , that , in- stead of carrying nothing but a pure and exalting influence along with him , he scatters on every side the elements of moral deterioration ...
Page 346
... character which have adorned its interesting population , must ultimately disappear . * * " Are you of opinion , that where men have acquired habits of economy , is probable that many of these men , at the latter end of their life ...
... character which have adorned its interesting population , must ultimately disappear . * * " Are you of opinion , that where men have acquired habits of economy , is probable that many of these men , at the latter end of their life ...
Page 350
... character of the working classes of your par- ish ? Very great indeed . What do you suppose would be the effect , if Friendly Societies were general ? —That there would be no occasion for this Committee . " - Mr Vivian's examination ...
... character of the working classes of your par- ish ? Very great indeed . What do you suppose would be the effect , if Friendly Societies were general ? —That there would be no occasion for this Committee . " - Mr Vivian's examination ...
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