as he says, "some of the scattered rays which shine from the inspired Record, and thus exhibiting the sanctification of the believer in the only way in which it can be rightly apprehended and understood." We sincerely wish for this concise but comprehensive treatise a large circulation and an attentive perusal.

The Forgiveness of Sins; or, God

reconciled in Christ. By the Very Reverend HENRY LAW, M.A., Dean of Gloucester. (London: Wm. Hunt and Co.)

These pious evangelical discourses have been specially prepared by an aged preacher for the congregation to whom he was wont to minister, and will be acceptable to those who love the old paths.

BRIEFER NOTICES OF BOOKS.

The Lay Preacher, Vol. II., contains matter that will be found valuable by clerical as well as lay preachers. (London: F. E. Longley.)-The American Pulpit of the Day, Second Series (London R. D. Dickenson), is a collection of sound and able sermons by some sixteen or seventeen American divines. -We Would See Jesus, Large Print Readings for the Sick and Blind, by the

Author of "Light at Eventide," (London: Hamilton, Adams, and Co.), is a most praiseworthy endeavour to enable the sick and those whose sight is failing to read with facility the great and consoling lessons of the Gospel.-Holiness: Scriptural and Practical, with Prefatory Note by the Rev. J. Tinson Wrenford, Ph.D. (London: Hodder and Stoughton), clearly presents the nature and practical character of true holiness.-Nonconformity in Idle, with the History of Airedale College, by J. Horsfall Turner, consists of a series of brief with biographical sketches, details respecting the rise and progress of the College.-Religious Liberty in the Churchyard; or, the Case for the Burial Bill Re-stated. By J. Carvell Williams. This pamphlet presents in a full and lucid form the history and present position of the Burials Bill, the grievances to be redressed by the Bill, proposed remedies, and objections to the proposed remedy.-Joe and Sally; or, a Good Deed and its Fruits. (S. W. Partridge and Co.) A lesson to the young, showing how much pleasure and reward may be the result of one kindly act. The Life of James McCurry. (S. W. Partridge and Co.) A temperance tale, in which the rescue of the author is strikingly pourtrayed, and graphic details given of many others who perished through intemperance.

HACKNEY COLLEGE. The annual meeting was held on Tuesday, June 27th, at Clapton Park Chapel ; E. Viney, Esq., treasurer, in the chair. Mr. G. H. Nichols, who had obtained the first Home's Jubilee Prize, read the prize essay on "Human Brotherhood, its Sacredness and Fitting Recognition." The Rev. J. Nunn read the report. The Rev. G. L. Turner had been laid aside

since February, but hoped to resume his duties next session. The temporary services of the Rev. N. Jennings, M.A., had been secured for the classical department, and the Rev. S. McAll had kindly taken the Hebrew. The examinations in Theology were conducted by Dr. Halley. The Rev. S. Hebditch presided at an oral examination; and the Rev. Dr. Parker gave texts on which

each student wrote impromptu outlines. Revs. Dr. Parker, E. P. Hood, G. Martin, Dr. Legge, S. MeAll, and D. M. Jenkins, were the speakers on the occasion.

NEW COLLEGE.-The annual meeting was held on Friday, June 23rd; Mr. G. F. White, the treasurer, in the chair. After singing and prayer, Mr. R. W. Dale addressed the students. The Rev.

W. Farrer read the report. The Rev. Dr. Kennedy, who has resigned the chair of Apologetical Theology, and the Rev. Dr. Raleigh, who for a time kindly held the Homilitical chair, were appointed honorary professors. The first of these chairs has been accepted by the Rev. R. A. Redford, LL.B. There are 51 students on the books. In the course of the year three students have matriculated at the London University, and seven have obtained the degree of B.A. One has obtained the degree of D.Sc., Edinburgh, one the Pye-Smith Scholarship of 1875, as well as Dr. Williams' Scholarship; and one the Pye-Smith prize of £20. Certificates and prizes were distributed. Receipts for the year, £3,935 3s. 4d. The Revs. R. D. Wilson, H. Batchelor, R. Harley, J. G. Rogers, J. Graham, and others, took part in the proceedings.

ROTHERHAM COLLEGE.-On the 28th June, the annual meeting-and the final meeting in the old building-was held. After the vacation the students will take up their quarters in the new college, in Moorgate, which will be opened on the 17th September. Dr. Falding, the principal, gave an address, reviewing the history of the institution from its opening, about 81 years ago, to the present time. Jas. Yates, Esq., J.P., presided at the business meeting. Mr. PyeSmith, the hon. sec., read the minutes. Dr. Falding read the annual report, and reports of the examiners. Two students have been admitted, and three have left the college to enter on pastor

ates. A resolution was passed, heartily acknowledging the valuable and efficient services of the principal, extending over a quarter of a century. Towards the cost of the new premises about £13,000 will be realised. The old building has been sold for £3,000; and it is anticipated that there will be a deficiency of about £6,000, to be supplied by the liberality of the Christian public. Alderman Habershon, Mr. Bromley, Mr. Askham, and others, took part in the proceedings.

AIREDALE COLLEGE. The annual meeting was held on Wednesday, June 21st. The Mayor of Bradford presided. After the usual devotions, the senior student read a paper on "The Province of Reason in Regard to Revelation." Professor Shearer gave the address to the students. A resolution, expressing deep regret at the resignation of Dr. Fraser, and gratitude for his services, was passed. A memorial from students, past and present, was presented to him, for which a suitable acknowledgment was made. The Rev. S. Dyson read the report. The report of the Examining Committee was very satisfactory. The receipts for the year were £1,086 17s. 9d. The cost of the new college was estimated at £28,679, but nearly £6,000 is to be deducted for land re-sold. Hope was expressed that the new college will be attended with greater prosperity than the institution whose history is now drawing to a close.

SPRING HILL COLLEGE, BIRMINGHAM. -The annual meeting was held on Tuesday, June 20th. Mr. J. Bickerton Williams presided. The Rev. F. Stephens read the report. Mr. F. Keep read the treasurer's account, and said that the item of £700 from subscribers was the largest received in any one year since the formation of the College. Total receipts, £2,688 11s. 1d. In the evening an address to the students was

delivered by the Rev. Dr. Pulsford, of Glasgow, on "The Importance of certainty of faith in the Gospel to those who are engaged in the work of Christian ministry, to meet the tendencies of the present age to scepticism on the one hand, and to superstition on the other." The Revs. R. V. Price, Dr. Simon, R. W. Dale, and others, took part in the meeting.

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CHESHUNT COLLEGE.-The 108th Anniversary was celebrated on Thursday, June 29th. At eleven o'clock the usual service was held in the chapel. The order for morning prayer was read by the Rev. T. Dodd. The annual sermon preached by the Rev. Jas. Parsons. Mr. Jas. Spicer presided at the dinuer, and said the College was full; they had excellent professors, and had been free from debt; but this year they were short by about £500. He hoped the debt would be removed that day, and he would give the last £50. Dr. Allon stated the total expenditure was £2,609. The Rev. Dr. Reynolds read the report, showing that the studies of the session had been successfully pursued; and the examinations very satisfactory. The Revs. J. C. Harrison, F. W. Wilcocks, T. Dodd, J. Gilbert, Esq., and others, were among the speakers.

MILTON MOUNT COLLEGE. The annual meeting was held on Tuesday,

June 27th, at the Memorial Hall. E. Grimwade, Esq., in the chair. After prayer by the Rev. J. Fleming, the Rev. D. M. Jenkins read the report. A bazaar at Halifax produced for the funds the net sum of £2,327. There was hearty recognition of the generosity of many friends, and of the great service rendered to the institution by Mrs. Joseph Crossley, not only by originating the plan of the bazaar, but by her scheme for the endowment of the office of Lady Principal, for which, by her own effort, she has secured more than £3,000. A member of the Board has generously fitted the building for 24 additional pupils. The College is full, the number of pupils amounting to 150. The debt is £7,000, towards which £4,318 4s. has been promised to be paid in three years.

REEDHAM ASYLUM FOR FATHERLESS CHILDREN. The thirty-second anniversary was celebrated on Tuesday, June 27th. The Rev. Dr. Moffat presided, supported by the Rev. Dr. Aveling, the Hon. G. W. Bourke, Revs. C. Winter, T. Stephenson, and others. Mr. J. C. Curtis, B.A., conducted the public examination, and the company listened to some interesting vocal performances by the children. After a cold collation the prizes were distributed, and the proceedings closed by a vote of thanks to Dr. Moffat.

MINISTERIAL CHANGES,

SETTLEMENTS, &c.

REV. A. G. NICHOLLS, of New College, has accepted the pastorate of Latimer Chapel, Hull.

REV. A. HOLLING, of Nottingham Institute, has settled over the church at Sedgeley.

REV. DORRALL LEE, late of Peazley Cross, has accepted the oversight of the church at Uttoxeter.

REV. STEPHEN HARTLEY, of Ripponden, Yorkshire, is purposing to leave England shortly for Australia.

REV. G. BLINKHORN, late of Kingstonon-Thames, has accepted the pastorate of the church at Newnham.

REV. D. TATTON, who recently seceded from the Primitive Methodists, has settled at Dalton-in-Furness.

REV. HERBERT DEWEY has resigned the charge of the church at Harleston.

REV. S. HINDS is exchanging his pastorate at Donaghy, near Dungannon, for that of Limerick Congregational Church.

REV. EBENEZER EVANS, late of Dedham, has been publicly recognised pastor of City-road Chapel.

REV. N. T. LANGRIDGE has intimated his intention of resigning his office at Belgrave Church, Torquay, the climate not suiting the health either of himself or family.

REV. G. WADE ROBINSON, from increased failure of health, has been compelled to resign his charge at Unionstreet, Brighton.

ORDINATIONS.

REV. J. LEE was ordained pastor of the united churches of Weldon and Corby on June 13th. The Rev. T. Arnold delivered an address on congregational principles, and the Rev. T. Toller gave a charge to the minister.

REV. J. B. FRENCH was ordained at Stourport on June 13th. The Rev. R. V. Price gave the charge, and the Rev. G. Hunsworth, M.A., preached to the people.

REV. WALTER SEARLE was, on the 8th of June, ordained to the pastorate of Union Congregational Church, Plymouth. The Rev. Prof. Anthony, M.A., asked the questions; the Rev. C. Wilson, M.A., offered the prayer; and the Rev. Ll. Bevan, LL.B., delivered the charge.

NEW CHAPELS, CHURCHES, &c. THE Henry Wight Memorial Chapel, Edinburgh, was opened for public worship June 15th, by the Rev. Professor Cairns, D.D., of Berwick. The pastor of the church is the Rev. Mr. Wemyss.

THE churches at Park Chapel, Bethnal Green, and Pownall-road, Dalston, have

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united, and will worship in the chapel at the latter place, which has been considerably altered and improved. Reopening sermons were preached on June 25th by the Revs. J. Knaggs, W. Marshall, and F. Tarras.

NEW schoolrooms in connection with the church at Hythe were opened on June 28th. A thanksgiving service was held at half-past six in the morning, when an address was delivered by the pastor, the Rev. V. Ward. The opening sermon was preached by Rev. J. Morlais Jones.

THE foundation-stone of a new chapel at Nazing, Essex, for the Countess of Huntingdon's connection, was laid by the Rev. Dr. Reynolds, on June 30th.

A NEW chapel was opened at Tingewick, near Buckingham, on July 4th, by the Rev. T. Bayley. It has cost £400, and the outlay has been met by W. H. French, Esq., J.P.

CHRIST'S CHURCH, Westminster, the perpetuation of Surrey Chapel, was opened on July 4th by the Rev. Newman Hall, and the opening services were continued and conducted by ministers of different denominations through the month. The Lincoln Tower, which has been erected jointly by Americans and Englishmen, to signalise the abolition of slavery in America, was formally dedicated July 4th.

THE foundation-stone of a new day and Sunday School at Belthorn was laid July 8th, by Miss Unwin, of Blackburn.

THE foundation of a new church at Elloughton was laid on July 6th. The new building is to be of brick, with stone dressings, and to seat over 220 persons. It is to cost £700.

DEATHS.

REV. W. KINGSLAND, of Bradford, died on the 29th of June, at the age of 50, in the 24th year of his ministry.

REV. W. CAMPBELL, M.A., of Penge, died July 8th, after a ministry of 44 years, in the 68th year of his agc.