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South Dakota Camp-Meeting

By C. A. Burman

THIS meeting will be held in a beautiful grove, at Canton, S. D., June 9-19. The spot chosen is on the bank of the Sioux River, four blocks from the depot, and six blocks from the business portion of the town.

The conference session will open Thursday, June 9, at 3 P. M., and it is much desired that a full delegation be present at the first meeting. We must be about our Father's business.

Following the conference, which will close June 12, we will hold our regular camp-meeting, which we hope will be the best ever held in the State. It will be, if all do their part, Elders E. W. Farnsworth, R. A. Underwood, and Lewis Johnson, and others will be present, and a special effort will be made to give the message to the city of Canton. Come, and enjoy this feast with us.

The conference laborers have all been asked to meet June 3, to study plans, and seek God.

C. A. BURMAN, Conference President.

Kansas, Notice!

By C. M. McReynolds

WE wish to say to all our people who have the REVIEW and do not take the Kansas Worker, that the Worker is now issued weekly, and but ten cents has been added to the subscription price. It is published at 821 West Fifth St., Topeka, Kan.; price, 35 cents a year. It contains no long articles, but is devoted to reports of the work in the State,—ministerial work, canvassing work, church-schools, and sanitarium work, etc.; it also gives quarterly reports of tithe paid. It will contain announcements of district and general meetings, plans for our camp-meetings, and directions concerning rates over the railroads to these meetings. Those who do not take the Worker can not expect to receive these details of information. Send subscriptions to the Kansas Tract Society. Stamps will be accepted.

C. M. McREYNOLDS, President.

Current Mention

— Severe fighting is reported between Turks and Armenians at Chelouzan, in the district of Mush. The killed and wounded number into the hundreds. Seventeen villages are said to have been destroyed by Armenian insurgents in the district of Sassoun.

— The Supreme Court of the United States, by a unanimous decision rendered May 16, decided against the admission of foreign anarchists to the territory of the United States, affirming the decision of the United States Circuit Court under which the English anarchist Turner was debarred from residence in this country.

— Report of a recent plot against the life of the czar, which was to have been carried out by the daughter of a prominent Russian official named Merezhevsky, comes from St. Petersburg. The girl, when arrested, had with her a bomb which she had intended to throw at the czar. She is reported to have suffered the death penalty.

— The success which has attended the Japanese arms in the war with Russia was broken recently by the loss of a battle-ship and a cruiser belonging to Admiral Togo’s fleet which is blockading Port Arthur. The battle-ship, according to report, struck a mine, and sank in half an hour, the greater part of her crew being drowned. The cruiser is said to have been sunk by collision in a fog. The Russian land forces have also gained some successes in Manchuria.

— Pope Pius’s protest against the French president’s visit to the king of Italy has caused much discussion in France, and it is announced that it will shortly be noticed in a speech by Premier Combes, from whom some sensational statements regarding it are expected. If the Combes cabinet is not overthrown before the next political campaign in France, the issue of that campaign will, it is said, be the question of the separation of church and state. This same question is also now agitating governmental circles in Switzerland.

— A coroner’s jury in Philadelphia held an inquest, May 17, over the body of a ten-year-old boy named William Black, who two days previously had attempted to follow the example set him by his seniors in the use of tobacco. A press dispatch states: “The lad’s father said that Willie came home late Sunday afternoon, and complained of a severe pain in his stomach. Two physicians from the Children’s Hospital found the boy in convulsions. An emetic resulted in bringing to light the stump of a cigar. The boy recovered consciousness shortly before he died, and said that he had tried to smoke his first cigar.”

Obituaries

CAMP.—Died in Rochester, Mich., May 12, 1904, of typhoid fever, Amy Bell Camp, daughter of H. H. Camp, of Buckley, Ill., aged 20 years, 10 months, and 16 days. She suffered intensely for fifty-eight days, yet retained her consciousness and enjoyed peace and composure in Christ. Her remains were carried to her home town, where funeral services were held in the M. E. church. The address was from Jer. 31:17, C. E. Sturdevant officiating.

HAY.—Died at Colorado Springs, Colo., Aug. 27, 1903, Samantha Shaul Hay, aged 60 years. Sister Hay accepted present truth under the labors of Elder M. E. Cornell in 1860. In 1882 she united with the Concordia (Kan.) church as a charter member. In 1891 she came to Colorado Springs, and soon after united with the church here, of which she was a faithful member until the day of her death. She was the mother of ten children, of whom seven are now living. Words of comfort were spoken to a large company of relatives and friends. WILLARD W. HILLS.

WALSTON.—Died in Athens, Vt., May 7, 1904, of senile gangrene, James G. Walston, in the eighty-ninth year of his age. Father was converted in early life, and united with the Baptist Church. He accepted present truth about twenty-five years ago, and lived a consistent Christian life during old age and the terrible sufferings he endured at the last. He was patient through it all, calm and resigned to the will of God. He is survived by one daughter and two sons, one of whom is W. C. Walston, of South Africa. Words of comfort were spoken by the Rev. F. M. Baker (Methodist), from Rev. 21:4. MRS. DANIEL WILCOX.

WARNER.—Died at Conde, S. D., Feb. 27, 1904, of heart-disease, Sister Hulda Warner, in her seventy-second year. Her faith in the third angel's message was firm until the last, and we laid her to rest beside her husband in the Conde Cemetery, to await the trumpet of the Life-giver. At her special request, the writer conducted the funeral services. J. S. HANSON.

BRAHS.—Died in Everett, Wash., April 24, 1904, Violet Brahs, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Brahs, aged 1 year and 3 months, with sorrowing hearts we laid the little one to rest till the resurrection morning, when we expect to greet her again, clad in immortal bloom. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Jer. 31:15-17. WM. J. BOYNTON.

OLIVE.—Died at the home of a friend in Dodge Center, Minn., May 1, 1904, Mrs. J. S. Olive, aged 80 years and 4 months. Sister Olive was an Adventist for thirty-six years, and very devoted to the cause. She leaves six children, all grown, to mourn her absence. Words of comfort were spoken at the funeral by the writer. She was laid to rest near her old home town at Prescott, Wis. E. H. HUNTLEY.

BAILEY.—Died at the home of her daughter, near Rantoul, Ill., April 29, 1904, Sister Frances C. Bailey. The deceased was born in Plainfield, Vt., Jan. 28, 1834. She accepted the Seventh-day Adventist faith about fourteen years ago. Two years ago the writer made her acquaintance, and found her a dear Christian woman, ready and waiting for the coming of our Lord. MRS. MARY I. BUTTOSE.

ROBINSON.—Died at Newberg, Ore., May 2, 1904, Sister Cora Robinson, aged 53 years. The deceased had recently come from California, thinking to receive benefit in health. She was soon taken sick with typhoid pneumonia, and was unable to survive the attack. She had been a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for twenty years. She died in the blessed hope, leaving a sorrowing husband, one daughter and her family, to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Ps. 17:15. C. A. WYMAN.

ELLSWORTH.—Died at the home of her daughter, in Wolcott, Vt., May 5, 1904, Martha G. Ellsworth, aged 67 years. Sister Ellsworth was afflicted with catarrh of the stomach for several months before her death, and was not able to get permanent relief. She accepted present truth in 1882, and her quiet, consistent Christian life won the respect of those who knew her. She leaves five children, one brother, two sisters, and many friends to mourn their loss. At the funeral services, words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Rev. 14:13. J. W. WATT.

OSBORNE.—Died at his home in Woodland, Cal., April 2, 1904, our beloved brother, Prof. N. B. Osborne, aged 52 years, 2 months, and 27 days. He accepted present truth as a result of the labors of Elders L. R. Lawrence and T. J. Butler, at Clinton, Kan., in 1872. After teaching a few years in Kansas, and breaking down in health, he came to California, hoping to recover his former physical vigor. He established a commercial school at Woodland, which he conducted as proprietor and principal for about eight years. On account of failing health he was obliged to give up teaching for a time. He afterward was connected with Healdsburg College, but for the past two or three years was not able to engage in his chosen work of teaching. For many years he was a faithful elder of the Woodland church. He leaves a wife, three sons, two daughters, three brothers, and six grandchildren to mourn their loss. He died with a firm hope in God. The immediate cause of his death was catarrhal consumption of the bronchial tubes and air cells of the lungs. The funeral discourse was preached by Elder G. W. Rine, of Healdsburg, who brought forth many comforting scriptures. J. S. OSBORNE.

Publications Wanted

N. B.—Attention has been repeatedly called to the necessity of having papers properly wrapped. Do not roll or wrap too small. Cover papers well, so that they will be clean when received. Some have paid double the postage necessary, while others have forwarded literature by express when it would have been cheaper to send it by mail, at four ounces for one cent.

[SPECIAL NOTE.— All who receive periodicals in answer to these calls are advised to examine them carefully before distributing them.—ED.]

The following persons desire late, clean copies of our publications, postpaid:—

Eve E. Satterlee, Deansboro, N. Y., Life Boat and tracts.

Mrs. M. E. Coffin, Doyle and Overton Bldg., Santa Rosa, Cal., periodicals and tracts.

Mrs. J. F. Woods, Warsaw, Ind., sends word that she has sufficient papers for present needs.

Mrs. Richard King, 1004 Beauregard St., Marshall, Tex., REVIEW, Signs, Instructor, Little Friend, and tracts.

R. Sawyer, Chico, Butte Co., Cal., Care of M. D. Moore, R. F. D. No. 1, back numbers of Youth’s Instructor, could use five hundred a week in prison, jail, and street work.

Dakota Conference, Notice !

By C. F. Betts; L. D. Randall; A. P. Peterson; J. G. Walker; C. Leer

THE annual meeting of the members of the corporation known as the Dakota Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held at Canton, S. D., at 11 A. M., Thursday, June 16, 1904, for the purpose of receiving reports of trustees, electing trustees for the coming year, and transacting any other business that may properly come before the meeting.

C. F. BETTS, L. D. RANDALL, A. P. PETERSON, J. G. WALKER, C. LEER, Trustees.

Notice !

By Joseph Lambert

To all who are interested in nut cookery, and are sending to me inquiries for the book entitled “Guide to Nut Cookery,” I will state that the first edition is exhausted, and as all the plates, cuts, etc., were destroyed in the Review and Herald fire, no more books can be obtained.

To those desiring the latest, most complete and practical vegetarian cook-book, I heartily recommend the one entitled “The Vegetarian Cook Book,” by E. G. Fulton, of San Francisco, published by the Pacific Press Publishing Co., Oakland, Cal.

JOSEPH LAMBERT.

Notice!

THE division of the Pennsylvania Tract Society having been completed, all communications for the Pennsylvania Tract Society, on and after May 17, should be addressed to the new office, 1809 Wallace St., Philadelphia, Pa., and all for the Western Pennsylvania Conference should be addressed to Corydon, Pa.

Address

THE post-office address of M. S. Babcock is 1032 Campbell Ave., Roanoke, Va.

Business Notices

BRIEF business notices will be published in this department subject to the discretion of the publishers. A charge of one dollar for one insertion of six lines, or less, and of twenty cents for every line over six, will be made, though in the case of the poor who wish employment, the charge may be remitted. Persons unknown to the managers of the publishing house must furnish good references.

WANTED.—Situation in merchant mill as first or second miller; or grist-mill not objected to. Address, stating wage and church privileges, Geo. Stagg, South Lancaster, Mass.

If you wish a gallon of nicest maple sirup for $1, or maple sugar at 11c. or 12c. per lb., write to us. Eating potatoes, $1.10 per bu. Figs, prunes, dates, ripe olives, gluten flours. Write for prices. N. Y. Food Co., Oxford, N. Y.

FOR SALE.—Sawmill, average capacity 15,000 ft. hardwood per day; also good lath mill, planes and matcher; retail lumber and wood yard. Mill is well equipped; have one million ft. stock this year, and prospects good for next. Only lumber mill in village; no competition in retail business. Would exchange for good farm. Address E. A. Mesick, Prop., Mesick, Mich.

Takoma Park Sewer Farm Relocation

THE Washington Star of Wednesday, May 11, contained quite a lengthy article concerning the action of the town of Takoma Park in securing land for its new sewer farm. From this article we take the following paragraphs:—

The object of the town in purchasing this property is for the removal of the present sewer farm from its present position near the larger tract of land purchased by the Seventh-day Adventists to a point where it would not be a menace to their property, and at the same time prevent contamination of the water which will be supplied to the buildings on the ground of the Adventists. One of the outlets of the Takoma sewer system is located one thousand feet from the western border line.

According to the agreement entered into between the mayor and council of Takoma Park, Md., and the Washington, D. C., Sanitarium Association incorporated under the laws of the District of Columbia, the latter proposes to establish a sanitarium and school in its parcel of land in the town of Takoma Park, Md., described as block fifty-one in B. F. Gilbert’s subdivision.

The sewage disposal plant, which is located on land adjacent to the above property, is considered by the association to be detrimental to the interests and prospects of the sanitarium and school enterprises to be established on its property.

In order to overcome this objectionable portion of the town’s sewerage system the mayor and council have agreed to remove the sewage disposal field to a point not less than three thousand feet from the southern boundary of block fifty-one. They will also provide ample sewer facilities for the requirements of the sanitarium and school buildings and of such other buildings which may be erected on the above property by the association.

The installation of the new sewage field and the extension of the sewer main to the new disposal plant will be completed as early as practicable, but not later than November 1 next. The town officials expect to extend the town water main along Carroll Avenue in order to furnish facilities for tapping the main at the shortest distance from the proposed sanitarium and school buildings. The main will be of sufficient dimensions to furnish an adequate water supply, and a number of fire hydrants to furnish an ample supply of water in case of fire will be provided for.

The town will in the near future make the necessary arrangements to supply to the sanitarium three hundred thousand gallons of water per month free of charge for a period of five years. Any quantity in addition to the above amount will be supplied by the town at the rate of seven cents per one thousand gallons, which is to be measured by a standard water meter. The school will be supplied at the rate of seven cents per one thousand gallons, which price, it is understood, will continue for the next five years.

In consideration of these arrangements by the town officials, the sanitarium agrees to establish the buildings mentioned at an early date, and expend the sum of fifty thousand dollars within the next two years for the construction of these two buildings. The association has decided to grant a right of way for a sewer main of the entire block from the present sewer farm to Sligo Creek. As soon as the above acts have been carried into effect, and the work in connection with the removal of the farm and mains completed, the sum of twelve hundred dollars will be paid to the town, for its share of expense incurred by this removal.

Shall We Colonize Around Our Institutions?

By Editor

THE next issue of the REVIEW will contain an important article by Sister E. G. White entitled “Shall We Colonize Around Our Institutions?”

Ellen White on Washington Work

AN interesting communication from Sister E. G. White regarding the work and the present situation in Washington, D. C., will be found on page 17.

Funds Needed for Haskell Home

THE Haskell Home managers would greatly appreciate it if the conference treasurers would remit any money in their possession belonging to the Home as soon as possible. We are informed that the April collection is coming very slowly, and there is not money on hand for running expenses.

Death of Sister Keslake

As this paper goes to press, word comes from Elder C. H. Keslake of the death of his wife, at Trenton, N. J., Sabbath morning, May 21. Sister Keslake, formerly Miss Hattie Spencer, was widely known as a Bible worker in Ohio and Michigan, and many there will join in the sorrow occasioned by this sad event.

Washington, D. C.

By J. S. Washburn

“God's Great Memorials” was the subject of the address last Sunday evening at the Memorial church. The purpose that God has had in providing a suitable church in the best situation possible in the city of Washington has been manifest many times. Representative men of the nation have already been in attendance at our church, among them members of the House of Representatives. And at the meeting of which I am now writing, the president of the Senate of the State of West Virginia was among our hearers. He seemed deeply interested in the great Sabbath truth especially. Before the close of our work many representative men of this nation and others will hear the truth in this church which God has given us here at the head of the nation for the great closing work of the third angel's message. Our first baptism in the church, using the new baptistery, will be held Sabbath, May 28.

The first work of building our institutions on the school and sanitarium grounds is now going forward. We have been met at every step of the way in the work here in Washington by perplexities and hindrances, but every hindrance has only brought us a blessing. Our brethren in the field can scarcely realize the perplexities and difficulties that have been met and are being met in establishing the work in this city.

We appreciate beyond language to express, the sympathy and encouragement given by our people to this work. Over ten thousand dollars is already donated to the $100,000 fund. Thus one tenth of the work needed has been accomplished. It is a most encouraging beginning of this great task, but we shall need a mighty, united, patient effort to finish the work at the present rate, and yet it may be that the Lord, who has promised to cut his work short in righteousness, will move upon the hearts of our people to do a quick work. This is our hope.

Four published lists of donations have been headed by a donation of practically one thousand dollars. The list this week is headed by a donation of $500. We consider this most encouraging. We pray that it may continue.

Will not every one of our people act as an agent for this work? After you have made your own donation, will you not take the subscription papers and the literature which we provide, and seek to secure help from others? We are much interested to see that many who are not Seventh-day Adventists are contributing to our work. Many who are not with us in religious belief or practise, will gladly help in the erection of our sanitarium in Washington. Will not all the readers of this paper give to their friends and neighbors an opportunity? We will gladly provide subscription papers and illustrated leaflets needed for this work.

We call the special attention of the readers of this paper to the article by Elder Daniells on the subject of “The Call of God to Our People at This Time,” on page 5; also to the intensely interesting letter of Sister White, on page 17. It will be seen from this letter that the Lord has not only led his people in the matter of selecting the city of Washington as their headquarters, but also in the choosing of the very spot upon which our institutions are to be built. Where God leads, all his people in heart will gladly follow. J. S. WASHBURN.

Special Southern Watchman Number

By Editor

Word is received that the Nashville (Tenn.) church is making a grand rally in behalf of the special number of The Southern Watchman, devoted to a consideration of the second coming of Christ and the signs preceding that event. At the first meeting called only about one half of the church was present, but over five thousand copies were subscribed for, and it is expected that at least ten thousand copies will be sold in Nashville.

We trust that all our churches and companies throughout the country will unite in giving this special message-bearing number of the Watchman a large circulation. The matter that it contains is just what is needed at this time, and the people are sure to want it. It is printed in colors, 24 pages, well illustrated, and sells for five cents a copy. Twenty-five or more copies will be sent to one address for three cents each. Orders may be sent to the State tract societies.