On account of the interest which our Lend-a-Hand Clubs are taking in Dr. Grenfell's work among the deep sea fishermen along the Labrador coast, we give two pictures this month, one of

the Doctor himself and the other of the hospital and orphanage at St. Anthony, one of the most northern points in Newfoundland. Labrador belongs to Newfoundland, and the strait between

is only a few miles wide. St. Anthony is Dr. Grenfell's headquarters during the winter. The hospital is open all the year round and splendid service is rendered among the fishermen, who, without Dr. Grenfell's efforts, would be without medical assistance of any kind. The building on the left of the picture is the orphanage, where children from various parts of Labrador are being cared for. Dr. Grenfell is not only a physician and surgeon, but a philanthropist and minister as well.

It was at St. Anthony that the reindeer, three hundred in number, and four Lapland families to take care of them, were landed on Jan. 6, after a stormy voyage of twenty-two days. This is one of Dr. Grenfell's plans, following the example of Alaska.

If the reindeer can thrive in Labrador, they will be of greatest service to the people, furnishing "milk for babies, meat for men, transport for mails, freedom from dogs, warm clothes for winter, and many other blessings." They landed safely and are now wandering over the neighboring hills and feeding on the moss which grows there abundantly. They will be ferried across to Labrador in the spring.

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A letter from Dr. Grenfell to the Boston Transcript tells us that the Lend-a-Hand medicine case has already been useful, as there were many sick on board the ship Portia, which carried him from St. John's to St. Anthony, and at the stations on the way.

Bulfinch Place Church
Temperance Union.

On Sunday, Nov. 10, 1907, a meeting of the members of the congregation interested in Temperance was held, following the regular service, and after a few words of explanation by the pastor, it was decided to form some kind of a Society for Temperance work.

A committee was chosen to consider plans and to report when ready. The committee was as follows: Mr. Charles E. Davis, Mrs. Anna C. Breed, Mr. O. Arthur McMurdie, Mrs. Mary M. Eliot, Dr. Mary F. Hobart, Mr. George D. Upham, Miss Annie F. Brown, Miss Katharine Clark, Mr. Albert M. Strong, Mr. Ernest C. Soulis, and Rev. C. R. Eliot.

- This committee made its report on Sunday, Jan. 26, after service, and presented the following by-laws, which were unanimously adopted.

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The four officers of the Union and the chairmen of the three standing committees shall constitute a Board of Directors, with the usual duties of such a Board. Four members shall constitute a quorum.

7. There shall be three regular meetings each year, in January, April, and November; that in January to be the Annual Meeting for the Election of Officers and Standing Committees, and other annual business.

Special meetings may be called at any time by the officers of the Union.

8. At the November meeting a committee shall be chosen to nominate officers and standing committees for the next year, said committee to report at the annual meeting in January.

9. These by-laws may be amended at any meeting of the Union by a twothirds vote of members present and voting, provided notice of the amendment shall have been given to all the members one week in advance.

After the adoption of the by-laws a committee of three was chosen, Rev. C. R. Eliot, Dr. Mary F. Hobart, and Mr. Walter J. Young, to nominate officers and committees, and to report at an adjourned meeting to be held on Feb. 9. Although the hour was late, twentynine persons signed the membership book. A good beginning for what we hope will be a large and useful society.

Stereopticon Lectures.

The second course of lectures for this season will open on Wednesday even

ing, Feb. 12, at 7.45 o'clock.

It promises to be one of the very best. Tickets will be sold at the same price, twentyfive cents for the course. Single admission, ten cents.

We are very fortunate in having secured for the first lecture Mr. William Lyman Underwood, whose lectures in previous years, upon the "River Drivers in Maine" and "In the Woods with an Indian" interested us so much. Mr. Underwood will lecture this time upon "By-paths in Florida and Nassau."

The second lecture, on Feb. 19, will be given by Prof. Elizabeth F. Fisher of Wellesley College, upon "Russia and Its People." A few years ago Miss Fisher visited Russia under peculiarly advantageous circumstances. She was a member of the International Geological Congress. She writes: "We were the guests of the Russian Geologists and the Czar, and the whole Empire was thrown open to us." It will be an interesting lecture, fully illustrated.

The third lecture will be of unusual interest. Mr. John Colby Abbott will tell the romantic story of Ludwig the Dreamer, the "mad king" of Bavaria, whose devotion to music and art, and whose tragic death, make a story of intense and pathetic interest. Mr. Abbott has beautiful pictures, showing the magnificence and splendor of King Ludwig's palaces. It is a great privilege to have this lecture in our course.

On March 4, the lectures will be varied by an Organ Recital by Mr. Benjamin Whelpley, with singing by Miss Rosetta Key. Mr. Whelpley is the organist and Miss Key the soprano at the South Congregational Church. We are sure to have a delightful evening.

On March 11, two Swedish ladies will bring us "Stories from Swedish Folk Lore, and Swedish Folk Songs."

Miss Anna Gulbranson will tell the stories and Miss Bothilda Holmquist will sing the songs. This entertainment is unique and has afforded great pleasure whenever given.

The closing lecture will be given by Mr. Ernest Alonzo Thomas upon "The Connecticut River Valley." "The Garden of Eden." said Henry Ward Beecher, "should have been in the Connecticut Valley." Mr. Thomas wil show over a hundred views, many of them beautifully colored.

Howard Sunday School.

The annual meeting of the teachers was held on Friday evening. Jan. 10, at the residence of Miss Fanny M.

Faulkner, who gave a hearty welcome and a most hospitable entertainment.

Before calling the business meeting, the superintendent took twenty minutes to go over the lesson for the following. Sunday.

After the reading of the records of the last meeting by the secretary, Miss Leon, the usual reports were given. The superintendent said that the total membership of the school is now 185, including teachers, seven less than at this time last year. He referred to the special services that had been held during the year, Longfellow Sunday, MayDay, Flower Sunday, and Christmas, and made several suggestions for another year. He said that many messages had been received during the year from Mr. Winkley, showing his strong interest in our work. Miss Crocker reported successful collections for Children's Mission ($57) and also a good year of Lend-a-Hand work. Miss Leon spoke of the entertainments, the March Supper, the September Rally, and the October Harvest Festival. Miss Jones reported upon the Christmas Tree celebration. Other reports were made and the officers and committees of last year were re-elected, with the addition of three new members to the Christmas Tree committee, Miss Fanny Kingsbury, Miss Elinor Crocker, and Miss A. F. Brown. There were twenty-two present.

Comfort Carriers' Club.

An effort is being made to increase the membership of the Comfort Carriers' Club. Letters have recently been sent to several classes in the Sunday School giving a cordial invitation to all who may wish to join. Names may be given to Mrs. Eliot or to Miss Jones.

On Jan. 7th a paper was read on Julia Ward Howe and on Jan. 21st we were fortunate in having with us Miss O. M. E. Rowe, who gave an interesting and instructive account of the Mass. Association of Women Workers. This Association does a great deal for the working girls and through its efforts shorter hours were first introduced in the department stores and' elsewhere.

The third annual dancing party of the Club will be given on Feb. 13th at Sheafe's Hall, Huntington Chambers. Tickets may be obtained from any of the members. It is hoped that many will show their interest in the Club by helping to make this party a suecess. Come yourself and ask others to join you.

The Winkley Guild.

The meetings for the month will be as follows:

Feb. 2. Unitarian Poets, by Miss E. W. Crocker.

Feb. 16. Rev. Charles E. Park of the First Church, Boston .

Feb. 23. Mid-Year meeting of the Boston Federation at Bunch Piace Church.

All these meetings will be of interest, but if special emphasis is to be given to any, it should be to the meeting of the Federation, to be held at 5 and 7.30 P. M. on the 23d.

The usual reports and business will be attended to, with a discussion of a subject which is a timely one, and should be of particular interest to all, viz: "What the Federation can do for the betterment of social, economic, and political conditions in this city.

The evening meeting will be addressed by Rev. Joseph H. Crooker of Roslindale, a forceful and interesting man.

All members and friends are urged to attend and give our neighboring Unions a hearty "Bulfinch Place" welcome.

New Year's Reception.

The Annual New Year's reception was held on Jan. 7th, with a large attend

ance.

During the evening there was an entertainment of music and readings in which Miss Margaret Langtry (violin), Miss Bertha Hafey (piano), Mrs. Anna C. Breed (singing), and Miss Richardson (readings), took part.

Mr. Eliot gave the New Year's greeting to all and referred especially to the fact that this occasion marked the tenth anniversary of Miss Jones's coming to be his assistant. He called upon Mr. O. A. McMurdie and Miss Isabel Cummins, as representing two of the young people's clubs, to speak, which

they did, expressing the hearty appreciation of all, both old and young, of the faithful and disinterested service which Miss Jones has rendered. Une of the younger children, Emma Lang, then appeared with a large vase of carnations, which were presented to Miss Jones. To this Miss Jones responded with a few words of heartfelt thanks. Everyone voted the reception one of the best.

Red, White and Blue Club.

On Wednesday evening, Jan. 22, a debate was held between the R. W. B. Club and the Baracca class of the Temple Street Methodist Church. The subject was as follows: Resolved, That United States Senators should be elected by popular vote. The R. W. B. Club had the affirmative and were represented by Mr. O. A. McMurdie and Dr. Herman E. Kahn; the Baracca cass by Mr. David Mann and Mr. Orrin Wilkins. A good audience attended, chiefly young men, and their interest was shown by frequent applause.

Three judges had been appointed, Rev. Mr. Fisher, Rev. Mr. Eliot and Mr. Taylor. They had the most difficult task of the evening. After an hour of earnest discussion they brought in a decision in favor of the negative, by a percentage of 52 to 48. Special mention was made of the affirmative's able rebuttal.

Such occasions as this, bringing neighboring churches into closer and more friendly relations, are most welcome.

Women's Alliance.

There will be two meetings in February, as follows: Feb. 12, Study Class; subject: Zoroaster. Feb. 26. Regular meeting, when Rev. Edward D. Towle will speak upon "The Religion of Zoroaster."

Eliot Circle.

The annual meeting will be held on Friday, Feb. 7, for the election of officers and other business. This will also be our Valentine meeting. We shall have an address by Rev. A. D. K. Shurtleff. The mite-box collection will be for Valentines to be sent to invalids and shut-ins. Arrangements are being made for a Valentine Social to be given on Feb. 14, to which all our friends are invited.