Chattanooga, TN Items (1904)
The reception tendered Rev. W.J. HOUSTON, pastor of Friendship Baptist Church Wednesday evening, was an enjoyable affair, well attended and appreciated. Quite a delightful program was entertainingly rendered. The address delivered by Dr. HOUSTON so eloquently, and was followed by a talk from Rev. J.T. TUCKER, a student preparing for the gospel ministry.
The debate, “Resolved, That the World is Growing Better,” was quite interesting. Rev. L.A. BENSON held up the affirmative, while Rev. L. GREENLEAF sustained his reputation as a negative orator. Both arguments were forcible and logical. The address of Professor BROOKS was highly entertaining and amusing.
Last but not least enjoyed, was the spread by the ladies. The table was loaded with every edible and <…> the appetite could desire. Mrs. HOUSTON proved herself a mistress in the art of entertainment. Before the wee small hours we all left happy and cheerful. — By. Prof. Wm. BROOKS