The Rev. Dr. John Hunter, of Glasgow, says :—‘ I have never been a total abstainer. Strict temperance, but not total abstinence, I have always held to be the true Christian ideal ; yet it is equally clear that for many total abstinence is a duty. Ido not believe in a system of pledges; I have seen too much of its demoralising influence, even on good men. I would have all young men be total abstainers till at least the age of twentyfive, as an absolutely necessary preparation for true temperance in after life.'
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New Zealand Graphic, Volume XVIII, Issue XIX, 8 May 1897, Page 580
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92Untitled New Zealand Graphic, Volume XVIII, Issue XIX, 8 May 1897, Page 580
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