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Grappling with the Monster

CHAPTER IX
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There is a difference between sin and evil, but the line of demarkation is, as yet, obscure, as much so as the line between the responsibility and irresponsibility of the inebriate." Doubtless, the good work done in this excellent institution is due, in a large measure, to the moral and religious influences under which the inmates are brought.

Nature is quick to repair physical waste and deterioration, when the exciting causes of disease are removed.

The diseased body of the drunkard, as soon as it is relieved from the poisoning influence of alcohol, is restored, in a measure, to health.
The brain is clear once more, and the moral faculties again able to act with reason and conscience.

And here comes in the true work of the Home, which is the restoration of the man to a state of rational self-control; the quickening in his heart of old affections, and the revival of old and better desires and principles.
BENEFICIAL RESULTS.
"Among the beneficial results of our labor," says Dr.Day, "we see our patients developing a higher principle of respect for themselves and their friends.

This, to us, is of great interest.


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