Hot and Cascade Springs. The former has rapidly grown in the last year and has become a fine summer resort. Near this place is Battle Ridge, where a few years ago a number of Red Men fell while contending for the possession of the springs. Cascade Springs, which are ten miles from Hot Springs, includes the largest medicinal spring in the world, it requiring a pipe forty-eight inches in diameter to carry its volume of water. Around this geyser are five or six other medicinal springs all bearing different properities quite distinct from each other. A $75,000.00 stone Sanitarium is being built here, and other improvements are constantly on the move. The stream composed by the converging of these numerous springs is of the clearest water ever seen by the correspondent. This place is likely to become the leading health resort in the world. It is hard for one to realize the beauty and grandeur of these fountains of nature before seeing them. If these brief lines are acceptable, I shall be glad to speak again in the future.

Very truly yours,

E. T. ATWELL.

Come again, brother E. A. We are glad to learn of the development of the great mineral wealth of our country. Perhaps you could give us a glimpse of some of the subjects under discussion as seen from your elevated position, being up in the Hills.-ED.

149 RIDGWAY St., Butler St., MANCHESTER, England, September, 1891.

Dear Readers of the Department of Correspondence:For many months past I have thought of writing to you, but being such a poor scholar, I have had to refrain from doing so; but I have become so interested in the Department of late that I have to make an effort to write a few lines to you. I believe it is the duty of every young member of the church to help to build up this department; for, in so doing, we build one another up in our most holy faith.

The subjects that are presented are very interesting and also very important to us, as saints of God. One question asked is, "What are proper amusements for the followers of the meek and lowly Jesus?" Are the billiard room, the dancing room, the theater, card playing. pool, or any other worldly thing fit for the followers of Jesus Christ to take part in? I say NO. Why? Because they are of the world. Dear Reader, when we went into the water to render obedience to the command of God, our Heavenly Father, we there promised to follow

Christ through good and evil report, and above all, to keep ourselves unspotted from the world. Now these amusements are of the world; and if we take part in them, we must have the spirit of the world; and if we have the spirit of the world, we cannot have the Spirit of God; for Paul says in his third chapter to the Corinthians, the 16th verse, "Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?" That is, if we abide in Him, but if we have the spirit of the world, we are of the world. Paul, when speaking to the church of Christ in his day, says in Romans 6: 1,2, 6, 12, 16, 17 and 18, "What shall we say then? shall we continue in sin, that grace shall abound? God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein? . . Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him (Christ), that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. . Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof. . Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness? But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. Being then made free from sin, ye become servants of righteousness." Dear readers, if we are servants of righteousness, we shall walk in the light, and not mix up with the world, or the so-called pleasures of the world; for they are empty and vain. Let us then walk in the light, and become children of the light, is my prayer for all. The subject of music and song is very interesting, and ought to be taken up by all the young members of the church; for if we cultivate the spirit of song we shall be blessed of God, for he delights in the song of the heart. He says in the revelation given April 11, 1887, Par. 6, "Let the young men and maidens cultivate the gifts of music and song; let not the middle-aged and the old forget the gladsomeness of their youth and let them aid and assist so far as their cares will permit." Let us, then, live by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God, then our lives will become pure and our voices sweet, and, above all, they will be acceptable to our heavenly Father.

I believe that it is the duty of every member of the Church of Christ to attend their own meetings. I for one cannot afford to lose one meeting of any kind, for the work of the Lord is onward, and we must go with it or be left behind. I am much blessed and strengthened

in the Lord every meeting I attend. How the Saints of God can attend the meetings of other denominations, I fail to see. I have seen this result, that the Spirit of the Lord has been withdrawn from them, and they have gone astray. Let us, then, attend to our duty, for we know that God is no respecter of persons, but that whosoever will do his will and keep his commandments, he will bless them with a. knowledge for themselves that his work is true. He has blessed me with this great knowledge, and I desire to ever retain it to my life's end.

I trust we may receive strength day by day to live our holy religion, and be enabled to keep ourselves unspotted from the world, and in the end be saved in the kingdom of God This is the prayer of your brother in the gospel bonds,

WILLIAM H. GREENWOOD.

KNOBNOSTER, Mo., Nov., 1891. Dear Readers:-To-day I am "snow bound.” For the first time for many months I am, in consequence of this, able to read the Leaves on its arrival. Had I been able to fill appointments, others might have been benefited. As it is, I am benefited.

The closing sentence of Bro. Ed. Miller's letter contains a query which I want to answer: "Do the readers of the Department think it is God's will that his people should be either poor or ignorant?"

No God's work requires means, and there is no consistency in the idea that, in order to keep his people humble, he must keep them poor. It is unworthy the character of the Gospel and its author. It reminds me of a man who, in order to keep sinless, would commit suicide to escape the temptations of life-nothing noble about it.

If the question be answered in the affirmative, I would ask, where is the means to be obtained? If outside the church, then what use is the financial law, given to the church?

The evident truth is that by the very act of giving, we discourage the selfish element of our natures, and thus those obnoxious weeds and their many cousins are weeded out of the garden of our soul. Is that not the object of the Gospel? Then we readily see the purpose of the law which some delight in calling the "temporal law." Upon this point allow me to emphasize the following from the Doctrine and Covenants: "All things unto me are spiritual, and not at any time have I given unto you a law which was temporal . . . for my commandments are spiritual.”—(28:9). We need

not to be reminded, I hope, that only the laws given by man to govern man are temporal. The above quotation places the financial law as having equal claim upon our attention as the one for the remission of sins.

We say the Gospel is to go to all the world and all must pay heed, and in this we comprehend especially the first principles, supplemented by “all truth”-we reverence the truth. Consistency demands, then, that this doctrine be received by the Church as equally wholesome for its members This granted, why cannot more of us see that this law in question (?), equally spiritual with others, should be preached to, and obeyed by, all the church and every creature, amenable therein? "Lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world," as a promise will surely follow. Sanctified through the truth! Is this truth any less sanctifying now than it was in the time of Christ, Abraham, or Enoch?

Had it been God's design that his people should be ignorant, he would not have been careful to reveal to them the financial law, the "Book" of Isaiah 29, the Latter Day Revelations, which enlarge our law, tell of kingdoms, space, and the glories of eternity. This "marvelous work and a wonder" prefigured by Isaiah begins in the hands of an unlearned man, but it was not designed he should remain ignorant, for he was commanded to read good books, get knowledge, learn languages, etc. Further than this, the promise (Isaiah 29:24) is that "they also that erred in spirit shall come to understanding, and they that murmured shall learn doctrine."

It has been said, thoughtlessly, I think: "Where ignorance is bliss, 'tis folly to be wise." This is one of those crystallized expressions which ranks among some as a proverb, and often quoted It is a fallacy, and should be relegated to the company of almanac literature. Ignorance never was, nor can be, bliss, when the outcome is kept in view. Christ says: "My word shall judge you at the last day." If we fall short of the standard when the books are opened, where will be the "Eternal Bliss," the top round of the ladder on the Hope's titlepage? Ignorance of the law will then excuse no one. It is God's business to see that every creature is taught, and we need not suppose he is forgetful of his work. If those appointed to teach fail in their charge, others will be raised who will do it.

We cannot afford to be ignorant nor povertystricken. We have the history of the past. Let us glean therefrom the lesson of life. Paul

evidently intended this thought when he wrote to the Corinthians (10), "Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant how that our fathers . . . were all baptized ... and did drink of that spiritual drink. . . But with many of them God was not well pleased." They murmurmed and were overthrown. Also from Hebrews 3 and 4, "Some when they heard, did provoke. . . . Seeing therefore it remaineth that some must enter in, and they to whom it was first preached entered not in because of unbelief." How this applies to Latter Day Israel! History often repeats

itself. We are all acquainted with the history of Zion and why it languished.

GOMER WELLS.

PROVIDENCE, R. I., Nov., 1891. Dear Readers:- While riding in a street-car recently, my attention was attracted by a little boy apparently about ten years of age, who was accompanied by an aged lady.

The little fellow's face was bright, and his eyes sparkled with the enthusiasm of youth; and I could readily imagine him a leader in bovish sports among his companions.

Presently the car stopped, the lady and my little friend arose, and I watched him as he first stepped from the car, then turned and carefully assisted her to alight. As they reached the sidewalk, two ladies who were passing, paused, and evidently asked for some information. The boy motioned toward a side street, and as the ladies bowed their thanks, he raised his hat, bowed, and placed his hand again on the arm of his aged companion to guide her feeble steps.

Small acts, you may say, but, simple though they were, nearly every person in that car watched the couple until they were out of sight, and the question arose in my mind, Is courtesy and a reverence for age so uncommon among our boys,-and I might add, girls,that these same simple acts, unobtrusively performed, should attract the attention of such a number of persons ?

If we, children of a larger growth, could only remember always that each word we speak and every act of our lives exert an influence, though it may be unconsciously-for either good or evil, tending to make either joy or unhappiness for those with whom we associate: if it were not a fact so easily forgotten that our happiness or misery is dependent upon the accumulation of minute sorrows and small pleasures, of how much more frequent occurence would be the kind words and little courteous,

thoughtful acts that go so far toward making up the sum of our daily happiness.

Observing not only the outward forms of etiquette, but remembering always that

"Politeness is to do and say

The kindest things in the kindest way." "MARIE." Why can we not have a number of letters upon this subject of Courtesy ? Come again, sister "Marie."-ED.

DEFIANCE, Ia, Sep., 1891.

Dear Readers:- While reading the letters in

September number of Autumn Leaves, I was much pleased and especially interested in the subject spoken of by Sr H. It is one of importance to all young people, and upon which depends the future happiness of mankind and the welfare of nations.

The welfare of a nation depends greatly upon the kind, or disposition, of the children born in it. Taking this view of the subject, then, the better, happier, brighter, and more intelligent the children; the better will be the nation.

Why take such a broad view? Let us bring our wandering mind back home and ask ourselves, How is it possible, or how can a nation possess good moral people, when there is so much evil influence abroad?

In the first place, a nation is composed of the many, or few, families who may unite on a plan of government different from all others. These families are composed, first, of two young souls who are willing to share the trials of life and assist each other as they find opportunity; second, of the children entrusted to their care. Now, the happiness of all depends upon those at the head of each family, as the parents have the formation of character and the training of each child.

Hence, the necessity of a right choice of a companion. And, as we all seek happiness, we must be very particular in this choice; not as to whether they are of royal blood, have a dowery, or are rich and accomplished; but the prime object is to select one with whom we can agree. If they are of limited means, or live in poverty, but are of that disposition that we can place full confidence in them and love them with all our mind, we will be happier in such a choice than we would be if they possessed their millions.

In Book of Doctrine and Covenants we read that those marrving out of the church will be considered weak in the faith. In the Bible we read that the Israelites were not permitted to marry into any other nation, and we find that those who did suffered loss. Following along

the history of events, we find one writer says, "Be ye not unequally yoked with unbelievers." I suppose by this that it is possible to be equally yoked with an unbeliever.

To illustrate: I know a sister who married a good young man who does not belong to the church They are living happily and regard each other with the highest esteem, yet there is something lacking, and she said to me one day, "He is as good as he can be, but I do wish we could get him to believe and obey the gospel so we could enjoy attending church meeting together."

Another young bride of my acquaintance who is not of our faith said; "Before we were married he would go anywhere I wished, but

now he would rather go to a dog-fight than to church."

I do not presume it to be absolutely necessary to marry one of like faith in order to be mated; but if a Saint marries a Saint, the possibilities for a happy life are far greater than it would be if they married out of the church; because we all know that the "Faith" to which we so strongly adhere is held in derision by very many, although they say nothing about it. Especially do they hold their tongue, if there is some young Saint that they are trying to get into their Cap already set"

Hoping these few thoughts will help someone, I will close, expecting to hear from others.

The Christmas-tide is essentially the feast of the year for the children Houses that are bright and pleasant all the year round, seem gloomy then, if the joyous voices of children are not heard. There is something lacking to complete and round out the melody if there is no one to whom we can tell the story of the manger where the baby, whose birthday we celebrate was laid, no eager questions to answer, no rippling laughter echoing through the house, and no quick pattering footsteps hither and yon, bent upon errands of mischief or pleasure.

Sing and make merry music as you will, let the joy bells ring out glad chimes, the Christmas dinner be eaten with loving friends around the board helping you, but when day darkens and the shadows creep in around the old home, does it not seem empty if there are no children to sit down beside you in the firelight glow, to creep into your arms and give you love for love? They are happy. You will be because they are, because you cannot help it as you listen to their merry chat and feel the touch of their loving, clinging hands, and the burden of the years will fall from your shoulders. Oh, that such a peaceful, quiet Christmas might be the measure of our days through all the years, where trust, "harmony and love sit at the humble hearth as angels sat at even in the Patriarch's tent"!

Then as your own gather around you, do not forget there are many who are homeless, born to a life of bitter poverty, or worse still, shame. Look into the eyes of your own darlings as they sit upon your knee, and think whether or not you have any duty toward those who are not only less fortunate but who, God pity

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them, are left to grow up uncared for and unloved. Those who are never taught to know and love the precious Savior, but are taught to lie, to steal, to swear, knowing no God, caring for nothing which is good; little outcasts, having, like the Son of God, nowhere to lay their heads and whose baby faces are indelibly stamped with the shadow of sin. Think of these, you who live in your comfortable homes, and let such thoughts, while they sadden not your own, be the means of making a glad Christmas for someone of them.

Do not bestow just a remembrance at the Christmas time, but through the year let there be a reaching out, a striving to touch and kinIdle into life that spark of the Divine nature, the heavenly germ which is in everyone and helping to lift up those who need into a purer, better life. Let them feel there is someone who remembers Him who took little children in His arms and blessed them, and help them to understand that the most happiness comes through what we do for others.

Let the light from your Round Table shine upon them. Be generous with your books. Teach them to love to read. "A good book is the precious life blood of a master spirit embalmed and treasured up on purpose to a life beyond life" Help them to love work, to get it, ""Tis the best we get at all." Then will the Christmas sounds in your home be sweeter than ever before; the strains sung long ago by the Judean shepherds have a deeper, tenderer meaning as you hear them sung by those you love, and as the years roll on and other Christmas-tides shall have come-as life's shadows are lengthening-and sitting again in the fire glow lost in thought you do not hear the voices of the children at their play, nor the singing or hum of pleasant converse, but in their stead scenes of the past come trooping by like phantoms-sounds from the grave mingling with even the sadder thoughts of buried love and friendship. Ah! when they come, these sounds of Christmas past, then may our

heavenly Father grant that our lives shall have been so fruitful of the "peace and good will" the shepherds sang of, they may "ring out melodious betwixt the silences of heaven and the grave."

The sad sweet sounds will multiply as the years roll on. And yet the feeling with which we listen is not one of regret for we know that the severing of each cord which binds us here strengthens our love and confidence in the life that awaits loving, faithful spirits in the beyond.

To all readers of the Round Table we wish a peaceful happy Christmas.

Strolling into the "Woman's Exchange" a while gone by, we saw so many pretty, dainty things, so many inexpensive ones, that like Cap'n Cuttle we "made a note on 'em," and as we made it, thought of how many hearts could be made happy at this season of loving and giving by a little thoughtful remembrance and the work of willing fingers. We give herewith a description of a few of the articles :

NEEDLE-BOOK.

Procure fourteen small brass rings. Crochet around each one with whatever colored silk you choose or happen to have on hand. You can utilize silk you may have of various colors by making each ring a different shade or color that will harmonize. Thread a needle with silk, fasten stoutly on one edge of ring, thread as many beads as will reach across, stretch taut and take a stitch or two to hold. Slip the needle under the crocheting and put another row of beads at ight angles with the first. Sew the rings together, using seven for each cover. Two in the first row, three in the next, and two in the last one. Cut out some leaves of flannel in the shape this gives you, buttonhole around with silk, insert between the ring covers, tie at the back with bow of baby ribbon, stick in some needles and you have a dainty, useful, and inexpensive gift for a friend.

If you want a pretty table cover get as much blue denim as you need, wash and iron. Stamp in large trailing patterns of orchids (we saw one where for convenience a large cluster of oak leaves was plucked from a tree by the door and sketched on the gray side of the denim) and etch with rope linen floss. A fringe of the goods, raveled out and knotted, is all the finish necessary. This same goods is used in the same way for sofa pillows and portiers.

NEW PHOTOGRAPH HOLDER.

Take two pieces of pasteboard five inches by eight. Cover one on one side with cotton wading, having first cut out a square in the center to show a head, cabinet size. Cover this with very fine white linen, slashing the center and drawing your thread from outside to center. The linen must be perfectly smooth and tight when the work is done. Cover one side of the other piece of pasteboard for the back and glue the two parts together at top and sides. Paint a clover leaf on top right hand side. leaves opposite and a cluster of three at bottom left hand side, the one in the corner being four leaved Hang up with cord, or glue standard on back.

Two

Take a large collar box of large size, fit the bottom of it into the cover so that it will be stronger. Take yellow China silk twice the width around and three times the depth of box, shirr three times on each side, beginning the first shirr three quarters of an inch from the edge. Double the silk and shirr through the double, leaving a standing ruffle of the double silk about one half inch wide which is fitted on top edge of box. A little cotton batting tacked on both sides of box before the silk is put on improves the looks. Sew the shirred part on the bottom of box inside and out, cover a piece of paper the shape of bottom of box with wadding and silk on one side, quilting it on machine if you like, slip this inside, which will cover the raw edge of silk. Cover cardboard with silk and glue on the bottom

Take as many white or tinted scallop shells as will go around center of outside of box, bore holes near top of scallops, tie together with yellow baby ribbon and sew on and through lining with yellow silk thread, letting the silk puff out between the shells. Loops of baby ribbon may be crossed and recrossed over the top edge but is not necessary. This box may be used for needle book, thimble, scissors and glove darner.

Next on our list of the beautiful and useful combined is a chatelaine made of ribbon one and one half inches wide, salmon and blue. Use two twelve inch lengths of each, all joined at one end with a pretty bow and at the other ends a small needlecase, scissors, an English walnut shell lined with a bit of ribbon (and tied with same through holes cut in edge) for holding thimble and different colors of fine silk basted down on one piece of ribbon with glove darner on end of it.

There are many who prefer to use a large lunch cloth for center of table instead of using a tablecloth. A pretty way to make one of these is to get a piece of fine heavy white linen the size you wish to use, take a grape leaf or large three leaved clover, outline the design with pencil all the way around it. Work the edge of all the leaves in button-hole stitch with white silk or linen floss, etch the veins in leaves and cut out the edge when finished. Doyley's for using under cake, bread, etc, can be made the same way. We also saw a very pretty tea cloth embroidered in this way with an edge of four-leaved clovers, and a felt table cover with pansy border, except that the veining and centers were delicately painted. on some of the felt instead of the embroidery in buttonhole stitch, the flower was outlined with gold thread Again, the outline of flower was done in buttonhole stitch and veining and centers done with gold thread.

And

A kettleholder made of Chamois-or any pretty woolen cloth, lined with many folds of old calico to make it more serviceable, bears this quaint motto:

"Unless the kettle boiling be,
Making will surely spoil the tea."