This morning Dr. Washington Gladden of Columbus, Ohio, begins his term of service at Appleton Chapel. Those who attended the chapel exercises last year when he was with us will remember with the greatest pleasure the simple, earnest manner in which he speaks.- Dr. Gladden is not a great orator, but he has qualities which fit him for personal influence over the students. When he speaks he always impresses his hearers with his own manhood. His manner is in the style of conversation and his words are always spoken at the congregation rather than over their heads. We bespeak a hearty welcome from the students to Dr. Gladden, believing that this welcome can best be shown by a large attendance at prayers this morning.