Salt Lake could not be completed for this purpose, in his day. Accordingly, he directed the building of a Temple at St. George, a modest but beautiful and costly structure, of the same general plan as all the others. Here this Temple was dedicated in part, and opened for work, by President Young, on the first day of January, 1876; the final dedication was made the following year, on the 6th day of April, the most historic day in the Latter-day Saints' calendar. Here Brigham Young instituted again the ordinances of vicarious work; for here was a baptismal font modeled after the one he had seen planned by the Prophet Joseph, in Nauvoo; and here the work of redemption for the dead was most vigorously begun; other beginnings and labors had been performed in the Mississippi river; and later, and more correctly, in the old endowment House; but the most complete series of Temple ordinances was then and there instituted, for the first time. The death of President Young followed close upon this tremendously important act. But he had laid the foundation for two other Temples-one at Manti, and another at Logan. The Manti Temple was completed and dedicated by President John Taylor, as was also the one at Logan. The strenuous labors of President Wilford Woodruff (who had been shown in vision that he was the one chosen to dedicate the Salt Lake Temple) are well known, even to this generation. The Salt Lake Temple was completed and dedicated on April 6th, 1893. And thus there are at present one Temple, forsaken by the Latter-day Saints, at Kirtland, used now by the Reorganites as a chapel of ordinary worship; and worship; and four Temples in Utah; all these latter controlled and conducted by the authority and power of the Priesthood of the Son of God. Here the work for the salvation of the living and the redemption of the dead, goes steadily forward. Such is a brief history of modern Temple building. Aftermath. Florence L. Lancaster. Lonely within a far-off wilderness Unnoticed and unknown, there grew a Flower. Only to gaze and worship was its dower, Gts red did fade with longing, and all power All strength of living did that Star absorb. That Star's rays on that Flower in growth shall tell When Day has made the Star invisible! Katie Grover. Horace Heath and his pretty young wife were entertaining a gay throng of friends on the afternoon of the New Year when Horace's elder brother, David, a grave, rather stern-appearing man, dropped in upon them unawares, having just come into town. They had not seen him since their marriage. "Well, David, glad we are to see you," cried Horace, rather more loudly and boisterousyl than the occasion called for, thought the quiet, observant David. "How's mother? Why didn't she come with you?" "Mother is too old to travel," replied David, gravely; then in lower tones, "A few lines from you now and then would do her the world of good. Why do you never write, Horace? It is pitiful the way mother watches for news from you." "Yes, scold him; he needs. it," laughed pretty, dark eyed Mrs. Heath. "Excuse me, David, if I leave you now. My guests will soon be leaving, and I want them have some more wine and cake." to "I'll be back soon," said Horace, rather shortly; and he, too, went away, while David slipped into a quiet corner and grimly watched the rising spirits and increased hilarity of the young people as they drank toast after toast. "Why, David, you haven't tasted the wine," said Mrs. Heath, pausing by his side. "Nor shall I," he retorted so gravely that she flushed and ceased. smiling. "Carlotta, listen to Don't press your wine upon Horace. Already I fear-" me. "Nonsense," she retorted, looking angry. "Horace is a man. He knows when he has had enough. really see no harm in it." I She walked away looking rather displeased, as one could see by the bright flush on either cheek, and the scornful curl of the careless lips. "Poor boy! Poor Horace!" muttered David, as, unobserved by the gay crowd, he arose and stole off into another part of the house where he could read in peace. The room was over-heated, and the couch was comfortable, so David soon fell asleep over his book. He awoke to find the light shining in his face, while Carlotta stood in the doorway, looking quite different from the haughty little lady of a few hours ago. Now she was pale and spiritless, there was a wistful look in her eyes while she gravely regarded him. "Are you going to sleep forever?" she asked. "I have come to the door several times, but you slept on. I am not going to stay alone any longer, if you will rouse up and talk to me." "Where is Horace?" Carlotta dropped her head, then raised it, a hot flush stealing over her pale cheeks. "He went away-on business." "Not on New Year's day. Men do not transact business on a holiday. Surely a lawyer's wife is aware of that fact," he avowed, not unkindly. Carlotta shut her lips tightly, but David's kind, sympathetic face invited her confidence. She was troubled and inexperienced, and ere she could restrain herself the floodgates of her heart were rushing out to meet the help and sympathy of this friend so sorely needed. "Oh, David, you were right today. I knew it, and I was ashamed, but had gone too far then to turn back. I wish I had never had that wine brought into the house." "Tell me about Horace," he said, rather anxiously. "Tell me, is this the first time?" "No," she said, hesitatingly. "I will confess all. Soon after our marriage, we were invited out where wine was served, but Horace refused it. When we got home I rated him soundly on his prudishness, and when he declared he was afraid of it I called him a coward. Well, the next time--he took it, and since then he has wanted it often. Still I really did not notice the change in him until recently." "The change?" he repeated, sternly. never "Yes,he stays out so late; he has any money for me, and we are not so happy. Oh, David, cannot you help me?" "Carlotta, this all comes from that first glass of wine which passed Horace's lips. Perhaps I should have warned you, but I had no idea -well, no matter. Poor Horace was born with a taste for liquor. Our mother soon discovered the sad fact, and all his life she has watched and guarded and warned him, keeping the temptation away until manhood, then with his solemn promise she rested securely, thinking his intellect and willpower strong enough to protect him." "And I made him break that promise," sobbed Carlotta, her face turning white. "I, his wife, taunted him and laughed at his fears and forced him to it. Even today, when he said he was sorry I had ordered wine I told him to learn to be a man. Then when I saw him take glass after glass, and make such an idiot of himself, I saw my mistake. But, David, if you will tell me what to do-" "Horace loved our mother dearly," said David, at the same time wondering how he could have been. so foolish as to give her up for this little doll wife.. "She had a wonderful influence over him for good. It would break her heart to know her life-work had been in vain. Carlotta, you, too, have a great influence over him. Already you see its effect." She bowed her head in self-abasement, then raised it again with a pitiful little smile. "I will help him, David. Even as I caused him to start on the downward path, will I now help him to retrace his steps. I am not really bad, David, you mustn't think it." "No, you were only foolish and careless, like so many young women of the day," he answered, rather bitterly. "You think a man ought to be strong and brave enough to stop short of the danger line,though If all women were like my mother you urge him on close to the brink. men couldn't help but be good." Woman "David, please don't preach any more," she begged, rising wearily. "I am going to try to be just as good a as your mother. I'm going to make a fresh start. Resolution number one is that no form of liquor shall ever again enter this house." "Amen to resolution number one," answered a voice from the hall, and in walked Horace, with a "I have rather shame-faced air. been for a long walk," he went on, slipping his arm around his wife's waist, "and came back just in time to catch the most sensible words "Ever expressed by your wife,' broke in Carlotta; "but, dearest, we must help each other, and together you and I will fight this demon which I so thoughtlessly unchain ed." "David, don't let mother know," pleaded Horace, "for with Carlotta's support I will yet become the man my mother planned." GIRL QUERIES. Conducted by Catherine Hurst. Address all communications in this department to Question Box, I am eighteen year of age. Should I accept presents from young men? Daisy. Decidedly not. The moment you do so you place yourself under obligations to him. Such obligations will vex you very much in a few months or possibly a year. Then when one present is accepted another is forthcoming, perhaps obtained with borrowed money; thereby placing the young man in a more vexing position than yourself. I have a bo- between fifteen and sixteen years of age, who is very awkward at all times, and sometimes positively rude both at home and in company. What can I do to correct his faults? Aunt Laura. Be Your boy is just at an age when much patience and tact is required on the part of the mother and sister. Many a boy has been tempted to leave home at this age, because of the frequent "don'ts" and "scoldings." patient, kind, and forbearing with him, and correct his faults by continual warmth of love and an apparent forgetfulness of his awkward ways. Bye and bye your boy will change and his rudeness will turn to gentleness. I am just married, and one of my difficulties is burning my hands and arms when cooking. Have you any suggestions to give me? Mabel. pans from the oven. Do not handle hot dishes with wet or damp cloth. My baby is six weeks old and not very robust. Some people advise me to take off her flannel bands, others say not. What shall I do? A Young Mother. By all means leave her bands on for several months yet. They are very beneficial to a delicate child. The little abdomen and stomach should be kept warm, thereby preventing many ills. When visiting a young lady in the evening, at what hour should a young man leave? Sylvia. Ten o'clock is a seasonable hour. Not later than 10:30 p. m. A great deal depends on the parents. Girls should be guided by the wishes of father and mother. How often should a young gentleman call on a young lady when he has in view constant visits? H. B. Once or twice a week is ample. Too frequent visits are unprofitable. Often young women tire of a boy because of frequent calling. All girls like evenings at home with the family only. I am an orphan only nineteen years of age. I have been keeping company with a young man for several months, to whom I have become very much attached. Lately I have discovered that he occasionally takes a glass of beer. He assures me that it is never more than one glass and that not often. What shall I do? Martha. I would call your attention to an article by Brother H. J. Grant, in the September, 1908, number of the Journal. Never marry a man to save him. If as a lover he will not respect your righteous wishes, you could not trust him as a husband. OUR GIRLS. The New Year Resolutions. I Sarah B. Moody. "How many more times is that door bell going to ring while I'm getting dinner?" asked Mabel, impatiently, as she went to the door. Five minutes later Mabel returned to the kitchen with a smile, saying: "It was Will Carlton; I have promised to go with him to the' ball this evening. Do you mind, mamma?" "No," answered Mrs. Jasper, thoughtfully, "I don't mind the party, but don't you think you have gone out enough with Will Carlton?" "Why?" asked Mabel, soberly. "He is not the sort of man you want to marry, and if you encourage him longer, it is likely to result in a mutual attachment which will surely bring sorrow, either to give him up, or worse still if you marry him. I think it better to stop now." "I believe he will stop drinking for me, mother, for he has never touched liquor yet when he was my escort." "Girls are naturally trustful and many a one is living a disappointed, broken-hearted life through having ⚫ believed that very thing. You have seen enough of it in Aunt Jennie's home. You can't afford to run such a risk unless he gets a change of heart and reforms in earnest before you obligate yourself to him, but that is seldom done. Such a reform generally lasts only until the man gets the girl." "Will's folks are the best kind of people, mother, and I believe he will see his error after awhile, and anyhow, his faults are not nearly so bad as some boys have." "Therein lies great danger, Mabel; before marriage, when a boy's faults are partially hidden and do not effect a girl's life, she can eas ily excuse them and make herself believe they are not bad, but after marriage, when those same faults rob her life of all it's beauty, enjoyment, and worth, then it is not so easy to excuse them." "What you say sounds reasonable, but I have already learned to care for him. His education and culture give him an attraction that few boys about here possess. Let us go on for awhile longer, mother, and hope that things will come right. I don't want to give him up, at least without a test, but really, I don't know how to get at it. He never hinted love to me, and should I begin to dictate as to his actions, he would think I was assuming too much authority. Can't you help me, mother?" "I am pained at the situation, dear, but to go with him longer only makes matters worse, but there comes Father and Rodney to dinner, now. I will think on it for awhile, and we will talk about it again." Two months wore on, and still Will was Mabel's faithful escort. It was the afternoon before Christmas. Mabel was walking leisure |