Resolutions, Etc.
Whereas, TheRev.A. H. Newton, since his advent in our midst as pastor of Bethel A. M. E. Church and subsequently, became superintendent of our Sabbath School, demonstrating a great love for the Sabbath School and zealously desirous of promoting its complete success as a place of reform and education for the young, has ardently labored to extend its usefulness and sound religious and moral teachings in the minds of our youthful members, has striven to lead the young to religious devotion, has spared no pains to cause the officers and teachers to imbibe the same zeal, and, being a devotee to music, has caused its uplifting influence to flow among us, leading our voices to leap forth in joyous strains in adoration to our King of kings, and to promote a higher intellectual and spiritual standard among officers, members and scholars, and has sown the seed that will bring forth an abundant harvest when his hoary head is laid to rest in its last resting place; therefore be it
Resolved, 1. That the officers and teachers of the Bethel A. M. E. S. S. give toRev.A. H.Newton a vote of thanks for the expending of his time and labors in promoting our welfare.
2. That we commend him to his many Christian friends for his many deeds of kindness and labors of love, for both our temporal and spiritual good.
3. That the above preamble and resolutions be recorded by our secretary, and a copy be given to him.
H. J. BROWN,W. H. SMITH,G. W. OLIVER,Committee.
November 19, 1876.
At a meeting of the officers and members of the Bethel A. M. E. Church, held in this city in 1876, the following preamble and resolutions were adopted:
Whereas, He has served us faithfully for one year as pastor of Bethel Station, in this city, and labored faithfully and honestly to build up our Sabbath School and other organizations placed under his charge by the General Conference; and
Whereas, He has taken special pains to instill into the minds of the young of the church thegrand and beneficent principles of temperance and morality; and
Whereas, His Christian conduct, scholarly attainments and liberal views have endeared him unto us; therefore be it
Resolved, That we, officers and members of the Bethel Church, do hereby tender to him our heartfelt thanks for the noble work he has done among us, and we will ever pray that the blessings of Almighty God may rest upon him and his family, and aid him in his new work to accomplish good work for the cause of Christ.
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be presented to Brother Newton, and that they be published in the Little Rock daily papers.
G. W. OLIVER, Secretary.
November 18, 1876.
Camden,N. J.
To the Presiding Elder and Members of the Quarterly Conference of Macedonia A. M. E. Church:
Whereas, The New Jersey Annual Conference of the A. M. E. Church will hold its annual session at Trenton April 20; and
Whereas, Another year’s faithful service ofour pastor,Rev.A. H. Newton, will expire; and
Whereas, His Christian deportment and liberal views, his gentlemanly and agreeable qualities have endeared him to us; therefore be it
Resolved, That we, the members of the Macedonia Quarterly Conference, do, for his two years of earnest labor in the upbuilding and finishing of our church and increasing our membership, tender him our heartiest thanks; and
Resolved, That in this he has our heartiest regard and the good wishes of the members of the Quarterly Conference, and we sincerely hope that his future may be as bright and prosperous as he may hope or desire, and we also pray that the Bishop may return him to us for another year.
Resolved, That a copy of these minutes be presented toRev.A. H. Newton and be printed in the Sentinel and the Tribune.
Signed in behalf of the Quarterly Conference of the Macedonia A. M. E. Church.
WILLIAM STEVENSON,JAMES HURT,CHARLES COX,EZEKIEL WALLACE,GEORGE ROBERTS,JAMES BRISCOE.
March 24, 1887.
Rev.A. H. Newton, pastor of the Bethel A. M. E. Church, has been transferred to the Louisiana Conference. We regret to loseMr.Newton from this city, as gentlemen of his attainments are none too plenty in the ranks of the A. M. E. ministry. Aside from being liberally educated, he has shown a practical Christian spirit and work since his residence in this city. He is to be succeeded by theRev.J. R. Jenifer.
At the last Quarterly Conference of the Hosanna A. M. E. Church the following resolutions were offered by theRev.W. W. Chase:
Whereas, The church has prospered under the presiding eldership ofRev.A. H. Newton for the past four years; and
Whereas, This is his last year and Quarterly Conference; be it therefore
Resolved, That we return to him our grateful thanks for the manner in which he has conducted the business of the church, and pray that the blessings of God may rest on his labors; and
Whereas, In the appointment of theRev.F. A. Sherman to fill the unexpired term ofRev.G. B. Smith has proven a blessing to the churchand the community; we pray that he may be successful in preaching the Word of God; and
Whereas, He has been zealous and faithful in the discharge of his duties, both temporal and spiritual; therefore be it
Resolved, That he has our prayers and best wishes for his future success.
HARRY INGRAM,WILLIAM INGRAM,DAVID CORSE,JOHN TOULKS,BENJAMIN INGRAM,NATHANIEL INGRAM,GARDNER INGRAM,HEZEKIAH COMMARGER,Church Officers.
March 14, 1896.
The Fourth Quarterly Conference of the Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, at its regular session, adopted the following resolutions:
Whereas, TheRev.A. H. Newton, having served us as pastor, and as he is near the termination of his administration, it is the honor that should be given to whom it is due and credit to those who justly merit it; therefore be it
Resolved, By the members of this Quarterly Conference that in theRev.A. H. Newton werecognize a faithful Gospel minister and energetic worker in his Master’s vineyard; and furthermore we recognize him as a gentleman whose character is irreproachable and whose ministerial bearing and executive ability commend themselves to the judgment of the intelligent; and furthermore be it
Resolved, That we highly appreciate his efficient management of the temporal, financial and spiritual interests of the church, and whose administration of two years has been one of perfect tranquillity and fraternal feeling, one of its prominent characteristics; and be it
Resolved, That in giving him our testimony of appreciation we would not forget his companion and coadjutor in his ministerial work, and do highly esteem her as a Christian lady for her untiring perseverance and devotion that has characterized her during her husband’s administration.
The quarterly meeting of Mt. Zion Church last Sunday was a grand success. TheRev.A. H. Newton, the pastor, is very energetic and a grand church worker.Rev.Gilbert T. Waters preached a noble sermon in the afternoon. TheRev.Thomas held the audience spellbound atnight. Elder J. H. Morgan consecrated the elements and administered the Lord’s Supper, with the assistance of Elder Thomas. The church was crowded afternoon and evening. There were many strangers present, who expressed themselves benefited during the day. Mrs. Lulu L. Newton left last Monday morning to spend a few days in Camden and Philadelphia with old friends. Mrs. Ada A. Harris, daughter ofRev.A. H. Newton, will spend some time in Atlantic City before returning to Raleigh,N. C.Elder A. H. Newton has raised $900 since Conference for church purposes. The congregation of Mt. Zion are well pleased with the appointment of the Bishop. The Sabbath School of Mt. Zion will give a grand concert in the near future, conducted by Mrs. Ada A. Harris, for the purpose of getting new singing books. The collection at Mt. Zion last Sunday was $45.83.
The members of Mt. Zion Church tendered their pastor,Rev.A. H. Newton, a nice little surprise in honor of the reverend gentleman’s fiftieth birthday. They had a good time and left many substantial tokens of their regard.
TheRev.William Watson, a member of the New Jersey A. M. E. Conference, died at his residence in Woodbury,N. J., Tuesday, August7, 1888. He was one of the oldest preachers of the Conference, and was therefore regarded as the “Father of the Conference.”
The funeral services were held August 9 at the A. M. E. church, Woodbury,N. J.TheRev.J. T. Rex preached the sermon, which was very impressive, andRev.A. H. Newton andRev.Johns made very appropriate remarks concerning the character and usefulness of the deceased. Friday, August 10th, the body was carried to Frankford,Pa., where services were held in the church, when eulogies were delivered by Elder G. A. Mills, Bishop Turner, Elder J. W. Cooper and others.Rev.A. H. Newton read the following resolution:
Whereas, we realize the fact that we sustain a great loss by the decease of our dear brother and colaborer in the work of the Master; be it therefore
Resolved, That it is but a just tribute to the memory of our brother who has been taken from us to say that in his removal from our midst we mourn for one who was in every way worthy of our respect and our regard;
Resolved, That while we bow in humble submission to the hand of Divine Providence, and while sorrow for the loss of a good man, a kind shepherd, a faithful and beloved minister, we findconsolation in the belief that “it is well with him.” He fell at his post, and we believe that he has triumphantly entered the Haven of Eternal Rest.
Resolved, That we also remember the family in the hour of affliction and trial, we tenderly condole with and devoutly commend them to the keeping of Him who looks with pity on the widow and fatherless, and that we share with them the hope of a reunion in that better land where death and separation are forever unknown.
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be presented to the family and printed in the Christian Recorder and other papers.
REV.J. T. REX,REV.A. H. NEWTON,REV.G. M. WITTEN,REV.WALTER THOMPSON,Committee.
Past Grand Master P. T. Colding, G. Bailey, W. O. Castor, A. H. Newton,Rev.Bean and twenty others of the State of New Jersey paid Prince Hall Lodge, No. 10, a fraternal visit on last Wednesday. Short addresses were delivered by those present.
Last week we left out the names of the officers elect of the Grand Chapter: S. N. Robinson, M. E. G. P., P. L. Colding, R. D. G. H. P., Camden; W. H. Jackson, R. E. G. K., Bordentown; A. H. Newton, R. E. G. S., Trenton; J. L. Derrick, R. W. G. Treasurer, Camden; W. F. Powell, R. W. Grand Secretary, Burlington; W. H. Douglas, R. W. Dist. Dept., Plainfield.
Madams Pitts, Daniels, Webb, Hack and Newton have been assiduous in their efforts in making the fair a success.
At a meeting of the Damascus Commandery, K. T., No. 4, Trenton, the following officers were elected: Sir A. H. Newton, Em. Com.; Sir J. Thornton, Gen.; John Seruby, Capt. General.
Rev.A. H. Newton has been appointed Chaplain of the State Senate, Trenton,N. J.Thus we creep up. This is a great honor toRev.Newton, as well as the race. We congratulate him.
March 29th-April 3d.
Camden,N. J., August 20, 1894.
The Adjutant-General W. S. Arcory, W. S. U.S. A., Washington, D. C.
Dear Sir: Will you please inform me of the probable number of troops enlisted during the Civil War, those having died from wounds, being sick in hospitals, and the number of those killed on the battlefield?
Also please advise me of the cost of the war, how many colored soldiers enlisted, the years they enlisted, and the first battle they engaged in.
Very respectfully yours,A. H. NEWTON.
The following was the reply to the above:
Address: “Chief of the Record and Pension Office, War Department, Washington, D. C.”RECORD AND PENSION OFFICE,War Department,Washington, August 24, 1894.Respectfully returned toMr.A. H. Newton, 332 WashingtonSt., Camden,N. J.Inviting attention to the accompanying printed statement showing the number of troops furnished by the several States and Territories under the different calls by the President, including the number of colored troops.According to the latest official compilation, 67,058 officers and men were killed in action, and 292,470 died of wounds or disease during the war.According to a statement made by the Secretary of the Treasury on June 10, 1880, “the expenditures of the government on account of the war of the rebellion from July 1, 1861 to June 30, 1879,” including interest on the public debt, “aggregated $6,189,929,908.58.” The amount expended since the latter date is not shown by any statistics filed in this Department.The first authorized enlistment of U. S. colored troops during the war of the rebellion was made in the State of Louisiana in 1862. No detailed information as to the organization and service of colored troops can readily be furnished from data now accessible.(one enclosure)By authority of the Secretary of War:F. C. Ainsworth,Colonel, U. S. Army, Chief of Office.Per
Address: “Chief of the Record and Pension Office, War Department, Washington, D. C.”
RECORD AND PENSION OFFICE,War Department,
Washington, August 24, 1894.
Respectfully returned toMr.A. H. Newton, 332 WashingtonSt., Camden,N. J.
Inviting attention to the accompanying printed statement showing the number of troops furnished by the several States and Territories under the different calls by the President, including the number of colored troops.
According to the latest official compilation, 67,058 officers and men were killed in action, and 292,470 died of wounds or disease during the war.
According to a statement made by the Secretary of the Treasury on June 10, 1880, “the expenditures of the government on account of the war of the rebellion from July 1, 1861 to June 30, 1879,” including interest on the public debt, “aggregated $6,189,929,908.58.” The amount expended since the latter date is not shown by any statistics filed in this Department.
The first authorized enlistment of U. S. colored troops during the war of the rebellion was made in the State of Louisiana in 1862. No detailed information as to the organization and service of colored troops can readily be furnished from data now accessible.
(one enclosure)
By authority of the Secretary of War:
F. C. Ainsworth,Colonel, U. S. Army, Chief of Office.
Per
State of North Carolina,County of Craven,ss:
This Indenture, made the eighteenth day of December, in the year of our Lord 1852, between the Worshipful William S. Blackledge, Esq., Chairman and Presiding Justice of the Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions of the county aforesaid, of the one part, and Jacob Gooding, of the same county, of the other part,
Witnesseth, That the said Presiding Justice, in pursuance of an order of said Court, doth put, place and bind, unto said Jacob Gooding, a free boy of color, an orphan, named Alexander H. Newton, aged 17 years 16th July, 1852, with the said Jacob Gooding, to live after the manner of an apprentice and servant until he shall attain the age of 21 years. During which time the said apprentice his said Master shall faithfully serve, and his lawful commands gladly obey, and not absent himself from his Master’s service without leave, but in all things as a good and faithful servant shall behave.
And the said Jacob Gooding doth covenant, promise and agree, with the said Presiding Justice, that he will teach and instruct, or cause to be taught and instructed, the said apprentice the art and mystery of a bricklayer and mason, and constantly find and provide for the said apprentice, during the term aforesaid, sufficient diet, washing, lodging and apparel fitting an apprentice, and also all other things necessary both in sickness and in health, and at the expiration of said apprenticeship will pay to said apprentice six dollars and furnish him with a new suit of clothes and a new Bible.
In witness whereof, the parties have hereunto set their hands and seals the day and year aforesaid.
J. GOODING. (Seal)WILLIAM BLACKLEDGE. (Seal)
Signed, sealed and delivered in the presence of
J. G. Stanly.
State of North Carolina,County of Craven,ss:
I hereby certify that the above is a true copy of the original filed in this office.
Witness my hand and official seal this 22d day of August, 1878.
S. W. CARPENTER, C. S. C.,Per J. B. Willis, Deputy.
(Seal Superior Court.)