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74 city we had the Wesleyans worshipping with us, and indeed I found them better Christians than I at one time thought they were. Dr Stuart here referred to the valuable services of the late Mr John Gillies, and to the liberality of Mr Henry Cook in giving the lease of certain sections in Walker street to the Mission Church, and continued: We were prepared to preach the Gospel to thousands who were at that time quartered in tents. The Wesleyans then, like an elderly dame, wanted to get a house for themselves. We said, 'God be with you.' Mr Archibald Barr and another office-bearer left us. Then the Baptists—they also worshipped with us. Old Dr. Purdie used to protest gently against some parts of our service. He was elected a deacon, but he could not accept the office. Mr Dick and others also left us. However, Knox Church had the Divine blessing, and our labours continued to prosper. Church after church was formed around us. The Gospel was preached with warmth, and evermore drew people to its banner. The Gospel without power! Don't believe it! There is nothing in the world that has the power the Gospel has. Its power is increasing, and it will yet be heard from pole to pole. Well, I have so many worthy friends here this evening who will address cheering words to us, and words of counsel, that I will not further occupy your attention. I will only say that, if I had a spark of the spirit of bigotry and of exclusiveness, I have always had men around me as office-bearers who would speedily exorcise it by their prayers and practice. The church, composite in its origin, has worked harmoniously. We have had an immense amount of fervour amongst the members. We have had men from the West and South of England, and from various other parts of that country. We found that the result was extremely pleasant. We worked with efficiency. And the Green Isle has always contributed to our membership and to our prosperity. Knox Church, though it has a thoroughly Scotch name—a name that speaks of its Scottish origin—contains in itself many nationalities.

"Mr W. N. Blair, on being called on, was received with applause. He said: I suppose, as I am convener of the Building Committee, there is no getting out of saying something on this auspicious occasion. The Building Committee have to-night to pronounce their labours at an end, and present you with the result in this handsome edifice, of which they are very proud. I am sure this feeling will be