p. 269 | TEMPERANCE WORK IN NEW ENGLAND by D. A. Robinson

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · April 22, 1880

FromThe Advent Review and Sabbath Herald, Vol. 55, No. 17

TEMPERANCE WORK IN NEW ENGLAND.

By D. A. Robinson

BY ELD. D. A. ROBINSON.

It is just seven months ago to-day (April 1) since our temperance organization here in New England was effected. During this time the advancement has not been rapid, but the work has been steadily moving forward. Thus far, seven clubs have been organized. These clubs, with one exception, hold meetings once each month. Scores of individuals who could not be induced to attend one of our religious meetings attend these, become interested, sign the pledge, and are real workers with us in the grand temperance movement. Who will say that the move is not a practical and timely one? Who dare affirm that the providence of God has not brought about this reform among us as a people? This being true, all can see that unless we give it our hearty support and co-operation, and put our hands to the work, we are recreant to the trust God has committed to us.

We are gratified to see the interest that has been manifested thus far, but we must not stop here.

1. Every member should feel under obligation to induce others to sign the pledge. Let all do this as opportunity presents itself.

2. Be sure to take all names correctly. Be especially careful in the case of full teetotal members, as the names will be put on the certificates as you give them to the Secretary.

3. We are anxious that every member, whether belonging to a club or not, should keep in harmony with the constitution; and we consequently urge every one to pay the annual dues of ten cents. This, with any larger sum you may be disposed to donate to the Association, you should send to the Secretary, Eld. G. F. Haines, South Lancaster, Mass. Do not send coin in a letter. Sums smaller than one dollar can be sent in postage stamps. All members of clubs should send their donations, annual dues, etc., through the Secretary of the club.

You will observe that the only provision the constitution makes for meeting the expenses of the State Association is by donations and annual dues. Thus far these expenses, in the way of blanks, mailing certificates, postage, etc., have been considerable, and have been borne by one or two. For all, it would not amount to much. Any surplus after meeting the actual expenses will constitute a fund which may be used in pushing the temperance work in this field. Any questions concerning the work will be cheerfully answered.