Bemidji Daily Pioneer Newspaper, March 27, 1909, Page 42

Rev. Parshall is a graduate of Seaburg Divinity Institute at Faribault, Minn., from which he acquitted himself with several special degrees, chief of which was that of B. D. At the moment of his graduation and ordination he was selected as a fit and qualified missionary for the western field and that his achievements have met the most ardent anticipations of his clientele and legion of friends is evident by the spontaneous moral and material support which his efforts have invoked. Further comment is {utile. Rev. Parsh- all has more than proved his claim to the high position he now occupies in church circles and it is only mnecessary for The Pioneer, to recite that intel- ligence, along with the commentary that Mr. Parshall, according to the signs of the times is destined to be numbered among the most astute and successful churchmen who have ever graced the northwest. THE BEMIDJI BIBLE CONFERENCE. The Bemidji Bible Conference was established in 1905 and was brought about through the efforts of a number of ministers, Christian workers aund lay- men. For several years previous to its organization such a conference for bible study and training was in the minds of these workers; but it was not until 1905 that it took shape in the establishment at Bemidji as its permanent home, of the Bemidji Bible conference. It is the purpose of this conference to bring to Bemidji, each season, men of wide reputation, ability and power, and | i REV. E. M. DAVIES, Pastor Episcopal Church. thus provide near at home advantages for Bible study, similar to those enjoyed at the large conferences of the East. It is the purpose thus to prepare REV, BARACKMAN, President Bemidji Bible Conference. Christian workers and train Christian laymen and thus increase their useful- ness and effectiveness, to cement the bonds of brotherhood between Christians S of different name, and thus be helpful to all denominations. It is therefore non- sectarian and inter-denominational. Its chief aim is the study of the Word, with a view to spiritual attainment. Bemidji was chosen for its home be- cause here are found such a happy com- bination of natural advantages and scenery which are so important for the success of such a conference. The location is easily accessable from any of the four points of the compass. The pure pine-scented air is invigorating and a delightful change for those who come from less entrancing parts. Our “Gem” of Minnesota’s .lakes, Bemidji, and the historic ‘‘Father of Waters” afford an endless round of enjoyment and exer- cise for the varsmen, the bathers and the lovers of scenic. beauty and pleasure seekers. The conference has steadily grown in attendance and influence. It has proved its right to live and to be fostered by devotional people. The season of 1909 will be held July 27 to August 1st. The program promises to be one of unusual merit and great strength. To this end neither pains nor momey will be spared. Mark these dates on your calendar and spend them in Bemidji, and enjoy a helpful, delightful and restful vacation. The public-spiritedness of Bemidji’'s busi- ness men is a convincing criterion of the success and future outlook. The only way to advertise a city Is to do so in a fitting manner, regardless of the cost. The Pioneer believes it has done this with this edition. B 5 Y H ‘ 2