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The experiments and observations in hypnotism now being made by some of the highest authorities in human science—from the mortal mind standpoint—afford an interesting commentary on, and confirmation of, the revelations and warnings of our Teacher on the subject of animal magnetism. Facts and results identical with those described by her, drawn from the experiments of Dr.

An evolution in the history of Christian Science is in progress, that invites retrospect of the facts on which the movement rests, and its line of historical development. Is the foundation such as to inspire confidence in its permanence? How does the ensemble of its history present itself to an onlooker? Is it such as to command prima facie a respectful hearing and examination, from thoughtful, well-meaning persons? The answer to these questions will involve reference to facts that are familiar to those in Science, but the standpoint of presentation and the deductions will make the review useful.

With acknowledgment first to God, Truth, grateful recognition is here made to all friends of the Journal who have, during the last weeks, made expression of the helpfulness to them of articles in its pages from our beloved Teacher, or approval of editorial positions, and of its tone and matter generally. Thanks are also due for the increase of its usefulness through large additions made to its subscription list.

Shall people be treated mentally without their knowledge or consent? The direct rule for practice of Christian Science is the Golden Rule, "As ye would that men should do to you, do ye. " Who of us would have our houses broken open or locks picked, and much less our minds tampered with? Our Master said, "When ye enter a house, salute it.

" Christian Science rests on proof, not profession. It is not a theory, but a demonstrative system of healing, and it must be supported by proof of its power to heal.

When the eternal Spirit made man, he was given dominion over all the earth; and he was never created from a material basis, or bidden to obey material laws that Spirit never made. His government is the higher law of Mind, the spiritual statute.

When God made man it was said: "Let us make man in our own image and after our likeness and let them have dominion over all the earth and subdue it. " Man was given dominion over all the earth, not only over animals, and all living things, but over all the forces and principles of what has been termed "nature.

A Correspondent of our Teacher writes from Fort Worth, Texas, under date of Feb. 22, that Christian Science is becoming known and gaining a foothold at that place, and at Dallas, San Antonio, and elsewhere; also writes in strong commendation of the February Journal, which she places on sale at all these places.

Editor Journal :—Unfortunately, my husband's last request as he fell, to send for no one, was disregarded and friends were sent for. Concluding that my husband had passed on, and fearing the city laws, a physician was sent for.

" Jesus said, Neither do men light a candle and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick, and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. " These words are selected from among many graphic expressions of the Master because the issues of this hour find a special illustration in this particular phrase.