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Princeton College

History of Princeton College: its Presbyterian founders sought to unite religion and learning; profiles early patrons and presidents (Belcher, Edwards, Witherspoon), Nassau Hall, and Revolutionary-era role.
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Art and Ethics in Some of Their Relations

Argues that art is accountable to moral law: the artist's character, purpose, and influence determine art's ethical value. Rejects both art's absolute autonomy and blanket condemnation.
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The Red River of the North

1880 Harper's travel account of the Red River Valley detailing its geology, settlement, railroads, land sales and the rise of large-scale mechanized wheat farming.
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History of the Augusta Church, From 1737 to 1900

History of Augusta Church (1737–1900), recounting Scotch‑Irish settlement, Rev. John Craig's ministry, colonial Presbyterian origins, early worship, baptisms and church building.
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Royal Manhood

An exhortation to 'royal manhood' urging men to embody justice, mercy, and humility as marks of true greatness. Advocates strength tempered by gentleness and devotion to God.
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America at the Summit of the Century

Argues America’s rise at the century's summit is providential and obliges the nation to evangelize and uplift the weak. Appeals to Esther 4:14 and the Great Commission as a call to mission.
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Dickson’s Truth That Saves

Reviews on biblical inspiration, gospel preaching, and Christian giving—affirming Scripture's divine origin, the gospel's saving power, and stewardship as worship.
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Take Hold of God

A sermon urging active faith: "Take hold of God's strength." Rejects fatalism, affirms human responsibility, and calls believers to trust Christ for peace and salvation.
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The New Faith of the Old Gospel

Report of the 1896 Christian Endeavor convention; sermon urges true religion to be creed made experience—restraint transformed into inspiration, faith active in life.
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The Memphis Assembly

Report on the Columbia Seminary address and the 1896 Memphis General Assembly: ministerial supply, aggressive reforms, polity decisions, racial inclusion, and mission activity.
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The Drift Apostolicward

Urges a return to the apostolic spirit—authentic fellowship, voluntary offerings, simpler worship, Christian-led song, and missionary zeal—while warning against dismissing historic scholarship.
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Church Portals

Guides churches to receive and nurture believers with honest doubts, avoiding needless disputation. Emphasizes sacraments, pastoral care, and growth into church membership.
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The Young Man Foursquare

Practical exhortation urging young men to choose work wisely, be diligent and honest, follow sound business principles, and honor God in their vocation (Sabbath, tithing).
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Systematic Giving

Advocates systematic, proportionate, and cheerful Christian giving—regularly laid aside and tied to God's providence—contrasting it with impulsive, careless, or pew‑rent methods.
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The Missionary Pastor

Tribute to Dr. Latimer and an essay urging pastors to be 'missionary pastors'—viewing the world as their field and mobilizing churches via libraries, literature, and supported missionaries.
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Liberty Less License

1889 Presbyterian essays debating women's place in church and suffrage, distinguishing liberty from license, and urging moral reform (temperance) and civic responsibility.
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History of Pencader Presbyterian Church

Account of the 1899 jubilee of Pencader Presbyterian Church's Woman's Missionary Society. Includes church history and biographical sketches of pastors and missionary work.
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A Life of Clement L. Vallandigham

Biography of Clement L. Vallandigham tracing his ancestry, legal and political career, abolition debates, Civil War opposition, exile and return. Covers speeches, trial, personal life, and death.
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