I want to warn Preacher Blank and every one of his dupes right here that if he continues to preach in this community he does so at his own peril.

You people have no right, legal or moral, to come here and disturb the peace and tranquility of Mount Olivet church, a church that has stood standpat for nearly half a century in defence of the truth.

I here and now call upon every loyal member to come to the defence of the faith of your fathers.

Those who will pledge their united support to the cause of stamping out holiness rise to your feet." At this a score and a half of rustic mountaineers boldly stood up.

"Let those who have made this solemn pledge meet me at the back door of the arbor," said Bonds as he sat down..