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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D.C. · Mar 25, 1915

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 92, No. 15.

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Prof. E. D. Kirby

After a valiant but losing struggle with the dread disease, tuberculosis, Prof. E. D. Kirby fell asleep at his home in Mesilla Park, N. Mex., Feb. 11, 1915. Professor Kirby was born in the State of Missouri Nov. 6, 1857. At an early age, with his parents he moved to Kansas, where his early education was gained. He was graduated from the State normal at Emporia. Later he was graduated from Ann Arbor (Mich.) University, and followed the profession of teaching as his life work. In 1879 he was married to Amanda Stearns, who has labored by his side all these years, and then nursed him to the end. Shortly after their marriage Professor Kirby and wife accepted the truth of the third angel's message through reading our literature. In 1889 he began teaching in Battle Creek College, and remained there for twenty years. About five years ago he moved to College View and taught for a time in Union College. About two years ago, on account of failing health, he moved to New Mexico, in the hope that the dry, sunny climate would help him; but he grew steadily weaker. Brother Kirby's life was characterized by close application to his work, and by a brave, generous disposition, which won for him a large circle of friends. These and the many students who have in their contact with him received the impress of his life, serve as living monuments to his memory. Although he suffered greatly during the closing months of his life, yet his faith in the Lord shone brightly and helped him to bear his sufferings patiently. He died an overcomer's death, leaving the companion of thirty-five years and one son to mourn their loss. Simple funeral services were conducted by the writer, who spoke from Rom. 8:19-23, on the hope of the sons of God. BURT BRAY.
PRICE.—John Washington Price was born in Ohio, Feb. 20, 1824, and died Jan. 31, 1915, aged 91 years. He came to California in 1875, and settled in Woodland, where the family lived until six years ago, when they moved to Sacramento. Brother Price witnessed the falling of the stars in 1833. He kept his first Sabbath Aug. 20, 1870, and through the remainder of his life this truth was the dearest thing in the world to him. He took an active part in home missionary work, especially the distribution of literature. He now rests awaiting the call of the Lifegiver. MRS. E. H. OSBORNE.
BARNES.—Died in Hartland, Maine, Feb. 13, 1915. Mrs. Abbie H. Barnes, aged 89 years, 10 months, and 22 days. Sister Barnes was among the first to accept the truth in the State of Maine, and during the following years was a faithful servant of the Lord. Her cheering testimonies at the yearly camp meeting, and the influence of her godly life, were an inspiration to many, and we feel confident that she sleeps in hope. Her loss is keenly felt by two sons, two daughters, one sister, and other relatives. P. B. OSBORNE. (Atlantic Union Gleaner please copy)
ROBERTS.—Mrs. Jane Roberts was born in Wales, Aug. 18, 1845, and died in Loveland, Colo., Jan. 21, 1915. In 1870 the family came to America, living for a time in Wisconsin and Iowa before coming to Colorado. Under the labors of Elders L. McCoy and R. C. Porter, Sister Roberts accepted present truth in Kellerton, Iowa, uniting with the church there. From that time until her death she was an earnest, consecrated Christian, and died with a firm trust in her Saviour. Her companion and six children are left to mourn. E. E. FARNSWORTH.
SEAWARD.—Lucinda Stiles was born near Lima, Ohio, in 1846, and died at her home, in Sterling, Kans., Feb. 12, 1915. She was married to Jacob Seaward in 1866, who, with five daughters, survives. Although always frail, her kind, unselfish life proved a blessing and an inspiration to those with whom she had to do. Little deeds of kindness won her many friends. The last two years of her life were filled with suffering, but her faith and patient endurance were remarkable. Elder B. H. Shaw conducted the funeral service. LESTA F. SEAWARD.
AITKEN.—Died near Waurika, Okla., March 7, 1915. Myrl Norman, son of John and Allie Aitken, aged 1 year, 11 months, and 7 days. The bereaved family sorrow in hope. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. I. A. CRANE.
SUGGITT.—Alta Suggitt died Feb. 12, 1915, in Clyde, Ohio, aged 86 years. She leaves one daughter. For thirty years her life was one of devotion to her Lord and Master, for whose soon coming she longed. Pastor Hill of the United Brethren Church assisted the writer in the funeral service. D. E. LINDSEY.
JAMES.—Henry James, aged 77 years, died on Feb. 12, 1915, at the Toledo State Hospital, in Ohio. For several years he knew and loved this truth. His wife, who has been a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for years, with three daughters and two sons, is left to mourn. Words of comfort and admonition were spoken by the writer. D. E. LINDSEY.
RAWLES.—Died in the Providence Hospital, Seattle, Wash., Feb. 14, 1915, Sister Amanda Bell Rawles, aged 36 years. She enjoyed a good Christian experience, and we believe that her peace was made with God. She sleeps in Jesus, awaiting the call of the Life-giver. Her husband and one child, together with her mother and two sisters, mourn, but they look forward with hope to the resurrection morning. J. F. PIPER.
WHITE.—Susan Fields was born in Martin County, Indiana, in the year 1820, and died at the home of her daughter, in Cherokee, Kans., March 1, 1915. She was married to J. W. White, and of their nine children, six survive, three of whom were present at the funeral. About thirty years ago Sister White accepted the doctrines held by Seventh-day Adventists. She was an earnest Bible student, and died with a bright hope of meeting her Saviour in the resurrection morning. A. B. CAMPBELL.
BOYCE.—Esther L. Chilson was born in Memphis, Mich., in 1843, of parents who were pioneers in the eastern part of the State. In 1862 she was married to Cornelius H. Boyce, and for thirty-six years they resided in Memphis, after which the family moved to Battle Creek, where she died. Seven of her ten children are left to mourn the loss of a loving mother. Sister Boyce was a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and her death is mourned by many who were for years associated with her. She sleeps in the bright hope of a part in the first resurrection. W. A. WESTWORTH.
NELSON.—Martin Nelson was born in Bergen, Norway, Dec. 22, 1842. He came to America in 1864, and later served in the Union army until the close of the Civil War. He made his home in Chicago, Ill., and in 1866 was united in marriage with Annie Mary Edwardson. To them were born seven children, three of whom survive. Mrs. Nelson died in 1888, and some years later he was married to Maren Sand, who, with two sons and three daughters, is left to mourn. In 1904 the family moved to Magnolia Springs, Ala., where Brother Nelson fell asleep in the blessed hope, Jan. 19, 1915. Through the labors of the late Elder O. A. Olsen he was led to accept present truth in 1873, and remained a faithful member of the Scandinavian Seventh-day Adventist Church in Chicago, Ill., until his death. Services were conducted by the writer. O. A. PRIEGER.
WINSLOW.—Henry Clay Winslow was born in Lubec, Maine, Feb. 18, 1836, and died in Chicago, Ill., Feb. 11, 1915, at the age of 79 years. Brother Winslow accepted the third angel's message in 1863, and united with the church in Portland, Maine. He followed the sea from his early years, and finally became a captain, owning his own vessel, which was confiscated during the Civil War, he being detained in New Orleans, where he spent his time caring for the sick and wounded. He was married to Rebecca D. Howland, of Topsham, Maine, in 1865. Sister Winslow and three of their four children are left to mourn. In the early days of the message the family lived in Battle Creek, Mich., but about twelve years ago came to Chicago, where he held the position of church elder. Brother Winslow was active in all lines of church work, and an earnest Christian. His death was the result of an unavoidable surgical operation. G. E. LANGDON.
GRAHAM.—Maggie A. Graham was born near Troy, Ohio, Nov. 30, 1844. On Aug. 30, 1863, she was united in marriage with George Graham. Sixteen years ago Sister Graham heard and accepted the third angel's message, remaining faithful unto death. Her husband and seven of their ten children are left to mourn, together with many friends. E. J. VAN HORN.
HICKS.—William A. Hicks fell asleep Jan. 23, 1915, in his eighty-fifth year, at the home of his daughter, in Binghamton, N. Y. He is survived by three brothers and one sister. About fifty years ago he accepted the message for these last days, and until his death rejoiced in the ever-increasing light of the third angel's message. Through the circulation of denominational literature he did much to advance the cause of truth. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Samuel Dunham, assisted by the writer. DE GROVE TURK.
SMITH.—W. L. Smith, of Hoffman, Okla., died suddenly on Feb. 8, 1915. He was born in Ohio, April 14, 1841. Miss Margaret Seward became his wife in 1860. The family moved to Battle Creek, Mich., in 1888, and later to Indiana. There the light of present truth came to him and he was baptized, becoming a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Some years afterwards he left the truth, and his religious experience was never renewed. His aged wife, two sons, and a daughter are left to mourn. C. M. McDONALD.
MILLER.—Mrs. Abigail Miller, née Perry, was born in Canada in the year 1837, and died at the home of her daughter, in Milton Junction, Wis., Feb. 5, 1915. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, from the Seventh-day Baptist church, assisted by the pastor, Reverend Jordan. Sister Miller was for many years an earnest, consistent member of the Milton Junction Seventh-day Adventist Church, and fell asleep in the bright hope of a part in the first resurrection. Two sons, two daughters, four brothers, and one sister survive. C. E. WELLMAN.
STREET.—Sarah Jane Love was born in Michigan, Jan. 1, 1834. During her early youth she lived with an Adventist family, and through reading the REVIEW AND HERALD was led to accept present truth. In 1855 she was united in marriage with Sherman Street, of Eaton County, Michigan. They settled near Porterville, and there made their home until 1888, when he died, and she went to live with their daughter in Battle Creek. Her faith and hope in God were unfaltering, and she rests in the hope of a soon-coming Saviour, in whom was all her trust. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. W. A. WESTWORTH.
McKINNON.—Mrs. Catherine McKinnon fell asleep Feb. 9, 1915, aged 79 years. She was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, and June 10, 1862, was married to Archibald McKinnon. A few years after the close of the Civil War they moved to Nova Scotia, and later came to the United States. Their entire family, with one exception, accepted present truth in 1886, at Eastmanville, Mich., and the four daughters became Bible workers. Sister McKinnon was an active missionary, eagerly grasping every opportunity to distribute literature and tell others of her soon-coming Saviour. Her husband, one son, and three daughters survive. R. I. KEATE.
AUSTIN.—Caroline R. Cummings was born in Cornish, N. H., Jan. 12, 1821, and died at the home of her daughter, in Battle Creek, Mich., Feb. 5, 1915, at the advanced age of 94 years. With her husband, H. M. Austin, to whom she was married in 1840, she began the observance of the Bible Sabbath in 1854. Throughout the long years that followed, she was a consistent Christian, and to know her was an inspiration. During her long illness she was cheerful and patient, courageous until death brought release. There are left of her immediate family one son and three daughters. The funeral was conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder R. S. Owen. W. A. WESTWORTH.
STEMM.—James Stemm was born Sept. 15, 1830, and died in Springville, Tenn., Jan. 3, 1915. He was converted early in life, and at the time of his death had been a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Springville for over thirty years. He loved the message, and was always ready to do what he could for its advancement. During the early days of the message in Tennessee, Brother Stemm was among those who served in the chain gang for the truth's sake. His death is mourned by two sons and two daughters, but they sorrow in hope. C. F. LOWRY.
NELSON.—Ella May Hill was born in Minnesota, June 19, 1878, and died in College View, Nebr., Jan. 20, 1915. When eleven years old she gave her heart to the Lord and was baptized. Seven years later she went to Battle Creek, Mich., and spent three years in training as a missionary nurse at the sanitarium there. She was married to N. C. Nelson in July, 1898, and together they took the medical course. After a short practice, failing health compelled her to lay aside this work, and during the last four years of her life she was a great sufferer. Her husband and four children, together with her mother, three sisters, and three brothers, are left to mourn. The writer, assisted by Elder Charles Thompson, had charge of the funeral service. E. T. RUSSELL.
CLYMER.—Francis Harris Clymer was born in Hancock County, Ohio, Dec. 10, 1838, and died Jan. 18, 1915. Dec. 25, 1860, he was united in marriage with Amy Bowen, who died in 1871. Four of their six children are still living. March 2, 1875, Brother Clymer was married to Sarah A. Guisinger, and to this union were born two sons, who, with their mother, are left to mourn. About the year 1871 Brother Clymer embraced the faith held by Seventh-day Adventists, and for many years was elder of the church at Gilboa, Ohio. The family moved to Mount Vernon, Ohio, in 1895, and his membership was transferred to the church at that place. The funeral service was conducted by Elder E. R. Slade, assisted by Reverend Dallas, pastor of the United Brethren Church. N. S. ASHTON.
RITCHIE.—Grace Jo Smith was born Sept. 22, 1874, near Detroit, Mich. She was reared in a Seventh-day Adventist home, and at an early age was baptized, and united with the church at Willis, Mich., where she retained membership until her death. Sister Ritchie was graduated from the training school at Battle Creek, Mich., in 1904, and for the two years following was director of the gymnasium in the Battle Creek Sanitarium. In 1906 she connected with the Melrose (Mass.) Sanitarium, and two years later, May 5, 1908, was united in marriage with James H. Ritchie, who, with their two children, her father, and one brother, is left to mourn. She died at the St. Helena (Cal.) Sanitarium, Feb. 6, 1915. Sister Ritchie was an active church worker, and fell asleep in the hope of soon meeting her Saviour. R. W. MUNSON.
SUTTON.—Charles E. Sutton was born in Brooklyn, N. Y., May 19, 1848. When he was eleven years of age, his parents moved to Michigan, and for some time made their home in Battle Creek. At the age of fourteen he enlisted as a drummer in the Missouri Cavalry, and after three years of service was discharged at Nashville, Tenn. Returning home, he followed the trade of carpenter and millwright for many years. In 1874 he was married to Miss Sarah Madison, of Bellevue, Mich. Their two children are left to mourn. The family spent twelve years in Nebraska, later returning to Michigan, where Mrs. Sutton died. Here he was married to Mrs. C. J. May, and through her efforts was led to accept present truth. Brother and Sister Sutton went to South Carolina in 1908, where he engaged in the canvassing work until ill health compelled his return to Michigan. He died at their home, in Owosso, Jan. 20, 1915. His companion, two children and three stepchildren, one brother, and one sister survive. The funeral service was conducted by Elder Byron Hagle.
SMOUSE.—Averyll Ronald Smouse, son of Brother and Sister A. R. Smouse, died in Nevada, Iowa, Feb. 17, 1915, aged 9 months. The parents, relatives, and friends left to mourn are comforted by the blessed hope of the resurrection morning. A. R. OGDEN.
JONES.—E. C. Jones, of St. Charles, Mich., fell asleep in Jesus Feb. 7, 1915. He was born in New York State, and came to Michigan in early youth. Two years ago he heard and accepted the truths of the third angel's message, and united with the St. Charles Seventh-day Adventist Church. From that time he was a faithful, earnest Christian. He is survived by his wife, one son, one daughter, and other relatives. IRA J. WOODMAN.
WILSON.—Hannah M. Benson was born March 8, 1840, and died at her home, near Otsego, Mich., where she had lived for more than fifty years, Feb. 14, 1915. She was united in marriage with William Wilson in the year 1859. In 1865 she united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church of Otsego, remaining a faithful member until called by death. Four children survive. Sister Wilson will be greatly missed by a large circle of relatives and friends, who feel that in her death they have met with a personal loss. C. A. RUSSELL.
ROCELL.—Matilda F. Rocell was born on the eastern shore of Maryland, March 9, 1863, and died in Baltimore, Md., Feb. 18, 1915, aged 52 years. Sister Rocell saw the light of the Sabbath truth over seventeen years ago, and united with the Third Seventh-day Adventist Church of Baltimore. She was loyal to the message, performing faithfully what she felt to be her Christian duty. She spent much time distributing literature and helping the needy. Her loss will be keenly felt by her family, and by the church as well. GUSTAVUS P. RODGERS.
ADAMS.—My beloved husband, Harry Adams, fell asleep in Smithland, Iowa, Jan. 29, 1915, aged 71 years. His death resulted from an accident, after which he lived only a few hours. About eighteen years ago he accepted present truth, and was baptized in Nevada, Iowa, but for some time before his death he had not been observing the Sabbath. However, he believed the third angel's message, and was trying to shape his work so as fully to obey its teaching. He was always kind and cheerful. I, with three children, two brothers, and one sister, am left to mourn. HELEN J. ADAMS.
CHINNOCK.—Sister Alice S. Chinnock died at her home in Oakland, Cal., Jan. 3, 1915. She was born in North Bloomfield, Ohio, March 25, 1832. Her maiden name was Green. She was married to William Chinnock April 6, 1850, and in 1905 was left a widow. Most of her life was spent in her native town, where she heard Elder J. H. Waggoner preach, and accepted the third angel's message in 1864. Sister Chinnock was the mother of ten children, seven of whom are living and were present at her funeral. She was an earnest, consistent Christian, possessed of a zealous missionary spirit, and anxious that her loved ones should fully enjoy the “blessed hope” which was so dear to her. A. O. TAIT.
WOOD.—Mrs. Lydia Vanlaw Wood died in Mosier, Oregon, Feb. 8, 1914. She is survived by her husband, one son, and one daughter. Sister Wood was an invalid for some time, and during the last two years of her life was confined to an invalid chair. Hers was a broad Christianity. Her duty did not cease at her own fireside. Being a woman of broad intellect and wide reading, she was particularly fitted to help her associates, and ever sought to lead those with whom she came in contact out of the paths of discouragement and into the higher life. For some years she was an active member of the church in Oakland, Cal., but during the last twenty years of her life her home was in a little Columbia River settlement, where she sought by every means at her command to spread abroad a knowledge of the loving-kindness of the Lord.
WALLACE.—Asahel Darius Wallace was born in Elgin, Ill., Sept. 13, 1849, and died in San Diego, Cal., Feb. 13, 1915. He leaves a wife, one son, and four daughters, all residents of California. W. M. HEALEY.
CUFF.—Ella G. Cuff was born in Baltimore, Md., Aug. 30, 1886, and died Feb. 20, 1915. She was a consistent member of the Third Seventh-day Adventist Church of Baltimore at the time of her death. During her long illness she was patient and courageous. Her husband, mother, and a half brother are left to mourn. GUSTAVUS P. RODGERS.
BELL.—Died in National City, Cal., Feb. 18, 1915, Richard John Bell, aged 70 years. He was a native of England, but for nearly half his life resided in Southern California, a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. His death is mourned by his wife, three sons, and three daughters. W. M. HEALEY.
WELLS.—Martha J. Ritchie was born in Decatur County, Indiana, May 6, 1840, and died at the home of her son, in Shelbyville, Ind., Feb. 18, 1915, aged 75 years. She was married to Samuel Wells when nineteen, and eight children were born to them. Seventeen years ago Sister Wells accepted present truth, and was a consistent Christian, ever looking forward to the soon coming of her Saviour. E. A. BRISTOL.
BURT.—F. M. Burt died at his home, in Dinuba, Cal., Feb. 20, 1915, aged 65 years. He was born in 1850, in the State of Massachusetts, and for many years was a believer in present truth. For a time he was connected with the Battle Creek Sanitarium. Nine years ago the family moved to California. Brother Burt was a consistent Christian, devoted to the church of his choice. He is survived by his companion and one son. The writer conducted the funeral service, assisted by Pastor Boyd of the Methodist Church. J. G. KNIGHT.
OCHS.—John Ochs was born in Otis, Rush Co., Kans., Aug. 5, 1880, and died in Wilcox, Wash., Feb. 12, 1915, after a brief illness. He accepted present truth and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church at the age of nineteen. In 1904 he was united in marriage with Mathilda Bitzer. His wife and daughter, parents, seven brothers, and three sisters mourn their loss. Brother Ochs was fully reconciled to the will of God, and fell asleep peacefully, hoping for a part in the first resurrection. The funeral services were conducted by Prof. I. C. Schmidt and the writer. W. H. THURSTON.
MARTIN.—William Martin was born in Whitley County, Indiana, Sept. 1, 1837, and died in Springdale, Ark., Jan. 30, 1915. He was married to Miss Nancy Johns. In 1884 they accepted the third angel's message through the efforts of Elders D. A. Wellman and J. W. Scoles. When the Arkansas Conference was organized, he was called to the work of treasurer, a position which he held for a number of years. His life was ever consistent with his profession, and he enjoyed the fullest confidence of his brethren and friends. He is survived by three children, one of whom is Elder W. F. Martin, of College Place, Wash. C. J. DART.
WHITE.—Died in Loma Linda, Cal., Dec. 28, 1914, Elder Robert White. The funeral service, in charge of Elders F. M. Burg and C. McReynolds and the writer, was held in the San Bernardino Seventh-day Adventist church, where he officiated as pastor for a number of years. Brother White was born in England in 1847. When he was a child, his parents came to the United States and settled in Wisconsin, where, in later years, he accepted the third angel's message. About seven years ago he moved his family to Loma Linda, where his daughter, Dr. Julia A. White, is employed in the sanitarium. His last brief illness was borne with Christian fortitude. He loved the message with all his heart, and longed for the Saviour's appearing. His aged wife, one daughter, and one son are left to mourn.
PEASE.—Died in Tacoma, Wash., Feb. 9, 1915, Cecil B. Pease, aged 17 years, 9 months, and 17 days. He suffered much during his short life, but he loved the Lord, and found comfort in his service. We laid him to rest in the Tacoma cemetery until the resurrection morning. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. J. F. PIPER.
HALE.—Mark Hale, deacon of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Wade, Pa., died in the hospital at Pottsville, Pa., after a brief illness, Jan. 31, 1915, aged 26 years. Brother Hale was a faithful Christian, respected by all who knew him. The funeral was largely attended by his associate workers in the anthracite coal mines. Brother Hale's death is mourned by his wife, parents, brothers, and sister, but they sorrow not as those who have no hope. The funeral service was conducted by Elder A. R. Bell and the writer. H. M. J. RICHARDS.
COCHRAN.—Eva Lotzie Cochran was born in Sweden, March 29, 1882, and died in Formosa, Fla., Feb. 25, 1915. She was baptized and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church Nov. 15, 1908. With her husband, Brother A. N. Cochran, she had been laboring for some time in Cuba, when stricken with the illness which proved fatal. She was brought to the Florida Sanitarium, where everything possible was done to lessen her suffering. Through her long illness Sister Cochran manifested that loving, cheerful, courageous spirit which is characteristic of one living near the Lord. Her husband is left to mourn. Words of consolation were spoken by the writer. LEROY T. CRISLER.
BUTLER.—Emma Frances Butler was born Dec. 25, 1850, in Milford, Ill., and died at her home, in Ute, Iowa, Feb. 7, 1915. She was united in marriage with D. A. Butler on Aug. 22, 1869, at Canton, Iowa. They settled at Smithland, in the western part of the State, and there their five children were born, three of whom are left, together with the husband, three sisters, and one brother, to mourn their loss. Sister Butler accepted present truth under the labors of Elder J. Bartlett in 1874, and later united with the church at Smithland, when it was organized by Elder R. M. Kilgore. Afterwards the family moved to Onawa, Iowa, where she held her membership at the time of her death. She was a devoted wife and mother, a true friend, and an earnest, sincere Christian. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Pastor G. R. Coleson of the Christian Church. W. A. McKIBBEN.