1914 June 01 Atlanta Constitution 10 Pages Georgia
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1914 June 01 Atlanta Constitution 10 Pages Georgia
Author: Atlanta Constitution
Year: 1914
PDF PAGE 10, COLUMN 3 PERJURY CHARGES BASIS OF SERMON Referring to Conflicting Af- fidavits in Frank Case, Dr. Ogden Preaches on “Sanc- tity of Truth.” Taking as a motive for his sermon the multiplicity of conflicting affidavits and the various perjury charges in the Frank case, Dr. Dunbar Ogden preached upon “The Sanctity of Truth” last night at the Central Presbyterian church. His sermon was entirely aside from the merits of the case which suggested it, and was based altogether upon his deduction that “when oaths multiply it is a sign that truth is falling.” “Lawful and earnest people,” said Dr. Ogden, “cannot help but be impressed with the sanctity of truth, in looking upon the revelations of recent days in connection with this great case. The most stupid and careless can see the lesson that is to be learned. It is time that thoughtful people consider the sanctity of truth and do not trifle too long.” Truth, the Real Issue. After touching upon the irresponsible press, Dr. Ogden divided his sermon into three thoughts, the first of which developed the use of the oath as a buttress of truth. “The real issue,” he said, “is not the number of oaths but truth. The oath is used merely t