. He
was a leader who came to the front in the most trying period in the
history of the Negroes, and he led them with soundest judgment as
well as heroic fortitude. These people have lost not only a friend,
but a steady and strong guide.

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[Sidenote: Chinese Gifts.]

The work of the American Missionary Association among the Chinese in
America is illustrated in the financial statement of the American
Board. Rev. Jee Gam, who has charge of the work among his fellow
Chinamen in San Francisco, has just sent a check of one hundred
dollars to the American Board for the North China Christian Relief
Fund. This money was all contributed by members of the Chinese
churches on the Pacific Slope. Other contributions are promised. No
one can doubt that a large element in the evangelization of China
must be the Chinese of America.

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[Sidenote: Congregational Associations Among the Highlands.]

The Cumberland Valley Association of Congregational Churches met in
Jellico, Tenn., September 14th. The churches of the association were
generally represented. Churches of other denominations at Jellico
welcomed the meeting of the association and cordially entertained the
delegates. The increase in the population of Jellico and the
surrounding districts has greatly emphasized the importance of our
work in that region.

The Cumberland Plateau Association of Congregational Churches and
Sunday schools met with the church at Grand View, Tenn., September
26-27th. The meeting was one of unusual interest. The work on the
Plateau, as represented in the reports from the churches, was on the
whole encouraging.

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[Sidenote: Interesting Convention.]

An interesting convention of colored men was held in Boston, August
23d-24th. This convention, known as the Negro Business Men's
Conference, was a meeting of great importance and interest. Principal
Booker T. Washington and other prominent colored men were present,
and large attention was given to the consideration of the Negroes in
the business world, their place and opportunities. The topics covered
a large field bearing upon the self-support and business
opportunities and responsibilities of the Negroes. The gathering was
largely representative from different parts of the country, and the
discussions were able and comprehensive. A permanent organization was
formed to be kn