Dear Journal: It is with the deepest feeling of gratitude that I submit the following statement in favor of Christian Science. For more than forty years I had been suffering with catarrh, which had caused (as the doctors assured me) throat-disease and deafness. The remedies of the most famous physicians in the British Provinces and the United States failed to afford me even temporary relief. The disease had fastened itself with vigorous tenacity, continually gaining ground, until my friends urged me to procure a hearing-trumpet. Last winter Mrs. M. J. Wiggins, of Denver, Colorado, a Christian Scientist, visited our city. To her I stated my case, without the slightest expectation of relief. She smilingly replied, "I believe you can be cured." Three months have passed since that eventful morning; and, thanks to the God of Truth and Love, with those months has passed away the greater part of this terrible disease. I believe the Lord sent this Christian Scientist to Jacksonville, Florida, just as much as I believe that Jesus sent his disciples to preach the Gospel. During the time she has been here, she has treated successfully both rich and poor, with and without remuneration. She carries blessings with her to every heart and home.
In my great joy at finding this new treasure I am unable to express my delight and gratitude, having a rest in God that I never enjoyed before. Mrs. Eddy, the Discoverer of this inestimable Science, occupies a large place in my heart.
