p. 24 | Review and Herald, Vol. 80, No. 18. (5/5/1903)

Earlier text: General Meeting of the Irish Mission

Working for an Education

EMMANUEL MISSIONARY COLLEGE can give thirty young men and ten young women work to meet school expenses. For the young men this means work in the garden, orchards, or with the berries, or on the buildings which are in process of erection.

Applicants should be qualified to enter Emmanuel Missionary College. That is, they should be able to take active work in the field after spending one or two years in the institution. They should be physically strong and vigorous, and should be deeply in earnest in their desire to prepare for a place in the cause of God. Such are invited to write for particulars. Address E. A. Sutherland, Berrien Springs, Mich.

Summer Assembly

JUNE 24 TO AUGUST 30, 1903

“The necessity of preparatory training for the teacher is universally admitted,” says Mrs. E. G. White, in her work entitled “Education.”

“What costly works of art, what splendid galleries of sculpture or of painting,” said Horace Mann, “are comparable in value to the treasures we have in the children?”

Dare we trust our children to untrained teachers? The world requires that its teachers be well qualified to teach. Shall Christian parents be satisfied with less?

Teachers in secular schools are ambitious to increase their efficiency. They attend the State normal, or some Chautauqua assembly, or they devote the vacation weeks to private lessons or special courses in some university.

Christian teachers should also have the privilege of special training.

Hundreds of men and women who have not yet entered the schoolroom should this season prepare to teach. God is calling them. He has a work for them, and they should prepare for it.

The summer assembly conducted by Emmanuel Missionary College at Berrien Springs, Mich., offers a special course of training for Christian teachers.

The principles of Christian education, and methods of teaching; manual training for the children; music, science, and other features of interest to teachers, will be thoroughly taught. Are you weak in some of the essential subjects taught in the primary or intermediate schools? Strengthen yourself by a course in the summer school.

Send for announcement. Address E. A. Sutherland, Berrien Springs, Mich.

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.

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

Mrs. H. T. Moor, 501 Woodward Building, Birmingham, Ala.

Bert Cool, Murdocksville, Pa., REVIEW, Signs, Instructor, Life Boat.

Miss Birdie Cruzan, 1213 W. 9th Street, Joplin, Mo., REVIEW, Signs, Sentinel, tracts.

Miss Velma Thames, Mondovi, Wis., S. D. A. periodicals, especially Instructor and Little Friend.

Miss Tilda Halberg, Mondovi, Wis., S. D. A. publications, especially Instructor and Little Friend.

E. R. Numbers, 61 Greymant St., Cleveland, Ohio, back or current numbers of the Signs, Instructor, Little Friend, also tracts.

Obituaries

CHAFFEE.—Died at Concord, Minn., April 14, 1903, of pneumonia, Sister L. M. Chaffee, wife of Hiram S. Chaffee, in the forty-eighth year of her age. The deceased fell asleep with a firm hope of a part in the resurrection of the just. A. W. VAN KIRK.

YOUNG.—Died at Miltonvale, Kan., April 7, 1903, of rheumatism of the heart, Veda May Young, aged 6 years, 6 months. She awaits the Life-giver's call. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Ps. 103: 13-16 and 1 Cor. 15: 51-55, to a large gathering at the Presbyterian church. A. E. JOHNSON.

HINES.—Died at Indianapolis, Ind., April 12, 1903, Mrs. Eliza H. Hines. She became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church at Indianapolis about eighteen years ago, and was a constant lover of Christ, the church, and present truth. Sister Hines was one of that number of faithful sisters who united with the Indianapolis church at its beginning. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. A. W. BARTLETT.

SHELDON.—Oliver H. Sheldon was born in New York in 1831, and died in Blair, Neb., Feb. 24, 1903. Brother Sheldon came to Nebraska in 1870, and soon after joined the Methodist Church. A few years later he accepted present truth, under the labors of Elders J. Bartlett and R. M. Kilgore. He was an active, cheerful Christian, and loved to talk of the return of our Saviour, and the joys and beauties of the new earth. E. M. FULTON.

BARKER.—Died at Indianapolis, Ind., April 9, 1903, Mrs. Maggie L. Barker, daughter of Wm. R. and Josephine Carlin, aged 25 years, 4 months, and 25 days. She was the wife of Brother Avert Barker, and with her husband was a member of the Indianapolis Seventh-day Adventist church. Immediately before her death she said to her husband, in substance, Death can not come upon me as a thief, for I am ready in Christ to meet that great issue. She was of a peculiarly gentle and loving disposition. We laid her to rest in the family graveyard near Shelbyville, Ind., near her mother, who was buried recently; and we confidently look for them both to be raised to immortality when Jesus comes. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. A. W. BARTLETT.

THOMPSON.—Died in Quincy, Mich., April 11, 1903, of tuberculosis, Cassius M. Thompson, aged 52 years, 9 months, and 13 days. His life was characterized by constant devotion to his companion and children, and strict uprightness in his business and dealing with his friends and neighbors. His religious views he was in union with the message for our time; and about a month before his death he accepted his Saviour and found pardon, and the love of God was shed abroad in his heart. His dying words to his family were, ‘I love you all, but I love my Saviour best of all.’ He leaves a widow, three children, two brothers, and one sister to mourn their loss. Funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by the Baptist and Methodist ministers. I. D. VAN HORN.

RANNELLS.—John Milton Rannells was born Jan. 2, 1820, near Uniontown, Pa., and died April 19, 1903, at Wilmington, Ohio. He was a graduate from the Ohio Eclectic Medical College at Cincinnati, and practiced his profession for fifty years, being compelled to retire six or eight years ago on account of failing health. He united with the Christian church at New Antioch at the age of eighteen, but subsequently accepted the views of Seventh-day Adventists, and remained steadfast in that faith until death. His wife and six children survive him. The funeral services were conducted from the Christian church where he united in his youth. The pastor and Prof. J. B. Unthank, president of Wilmington College, assisted in the services. The discourse was delivered by the writer, from Ps. 103: 17. C. A. WATKINS.

KISINGER.—Brother John Kisinger died March 16, 1903, at his home in Meeker, Colo. He gave himself to the Lord, and united with the church by baptism in August, 1902, and gave evidence of a steady growth in grace the remainder of his life. He was taken away in the prime of life, a picture of health and vigor a few days before his death, at the age of 28. A young wife and babe, father, mother, and numerous relatives and friends deeply mourn their loss, but not as those who have no hope. MEADE MACGUIRE.

BROOKER.—Died at Plessis, Jefferson Co., N. Y., of old age and infirmity, in the ninetieth year of his age, Brother Charles Brooker. He was born at Deerfield, Mass., May 15, 1813. His wife, Sister Brooker, was born at Kempsville, Ontario, Dec. 26, 1832, and fell asleep in Jesus, June 21, 1901. They both accepted present truth on Grenadier Island, Ontario, in the spring of 1892, and then removed to the home of their daughter, Mrs. Wallace Hill, of Plessis, N. Y., who also accepted the truth. They leave two sons, four daughters, thirteen grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren to mourn. Father Brooker's long, painful sickness was borne with Christian fortitude. His struggle with death was prolonged for hours, but through it all he maintained a sweet, dignified resignation, and at last, like a grieved and weary child, he fell asleep on his Saviour's breast. A. FORD.

Let Some Crumbs Fall This Way

SOME time ago a notice appeared in this paper, under the above heading, concerning the tract, “Save the Boys.” The tract will soon be sent to all donors. It contains twenty-four pages. The writer believes that it will prove a blessing to all who read it, and be the means of saving some from the evils of tobacco using. The work is co-operative. Those who wish to co-operate by donations, can still do so, and such will receive tracts in return. Those who are unable to donate may have them for the asking. I will trust the Lord to move upon the hearts of some to donate the postage. Send two cents for sample copy.

All money received will be appropriated to this work. And I hope to receive enough to reproduce the tract many times over. Address H. F. Phelps, 118 W. Minnehaha Boulevard, Minneapolis, Minn.

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.—A number of good strong men to work in and around a sawmill. Address W. H. Kynett, Mellen, Wis.

WANTED.—A man to work on farm for the season. No objection to man and wife without children. State experience and wages. Address L. H. Moore, Potterville, Mich.

WANTED.—Good Sabbath-keeping girl or woman for general housework in small family; no children; steady employment and good wages to right person. Must have experience; references required. Pleasant home guaranteed. Address Mrs. M. C. Otis, Mansfield, Ark.

WANTED.—Ladies or gentlemen, to handle “Ladies’ Guide,” “Home Hand Book,” “Plain Facts,” “Great Controversy,” “Patriarchs and Prophets,” or “Thoughts on Daniel and the Revelation.” Good city territory, healthful climate, and a very needy field. Please write to the General Field Agent of the Superior Mission Field, E. Fred Hutchinson, 123 West Park St., Marquette, Mich.

Address

THE address of Elder L. G. Moore is 1120 East University Ave., Ann Arbor, Mich.

SPLENDID TRAIN SERVICE

Michigan Central “The Niagara Falls Route.”

SPLENDID TRAIN SERVICE

In both directions, in connection with Boston & Albany and New York Central, between CHICAGO and DETROIT, and NIAGARA FALLS, BUFFALO, NEW YORK, BOSTON, and Eastern points, with finest equipment of Through Sleeping, Dining and Buffet-Library Cars.

All day trains stop five minutes at Falls View, directly overlooking Niagara Falls. Send 4 cents postage for NIAGARA FALLS ILLUSTRATED.

G. W. RUGGLES, Gen'l Pass'r and Ticket Agent, CHICAGO

General Conference and Camp-Meeting News

By Editor

Elder S. N. Haskell and Prof. Frederick Griggs came on from the East last week to attend the council of the General Conference Committee. It was a source of satisfaction to many to see Brethren Butler and Haskell again side by side in the work of this message after so many years of separation. All are thankful that these pioneers of the truth are still spared to the work, and their words of fatherly counsel and instruction are highly prized. It is expected that these brethren will attend the Iowa and some other Western camp-meetings together, and we are sure that many, especially the early believers, will give them a cordial welcome.

The first camp-meeting of the present season, so far as we know, will be the Upper Columbia meeting, which will be held at Pendleton, Ore., May 14-24. Other meetings in the Northwest will follow immediately, and in other parts of the field a little later. A standing list of these appointments, so far as they have come to hand, will appear in our next issue, and we invite conference presidents to send in their announcements as soon as the time and place of their meetings have been decided upon. We hope that these annual gatherings will be seasons of greater blessing than ever during the coming season.

An Educational Council

By Frederick Griggs

During the recent meetings of the General Conference Committee, its educational department has been organized. It consists of the following-named persons: W. W. Prescott, W. A. Spicer, Fannie M. Dickerson, E. A. Sutherland, Frederick Griggs, M. E. Cady, L. A. Hoopes, J. E. Tenney, M. Bessie De Graw, C. C. Lewis, Dr. E. L. Eggleston, B. E. Huffman, E. W. Catlin, H. A. Washburn, and the Corresponding Secretary of the Sabbath-school Department. L. A. Hoopes is chairman, and Frederick Griggs is secretary. Any four members of this committee, the chairman or secretary being one, are empowered to transact such business as is in harmony with the general plans outlined by the department.

The General Conference Committee have voted to hold an educational council at College View, Neb., June 12-21. It is especially desired that the heads of the union and intermediate schools, and the union and State superintendents shall meet as many members of the General Conference Committee as can attend this council. In addition to these persons a cordial invitation is extended to any who are interested in our educational work to take part with us.

We are very anxious that this council shall mark the beginning of a period of great progress in the educational work of our people. Other announcements concerning it will follow later.

FREDERICK GRIGGS, Secretary of Department.

Agitation for Sunday Law Enforcement

We learn by a letter from Brother C. P. Whitford that the city of Jacksonville, Fla., is being greatly stirred by an agitation in favor of the more rigid enforcement of Sunday laws. This opens the way to present in the local papers the truth about the Sabbath and the evil of Sunday laws. Brother Whitford is improving this opportunity to reach the people.

Removal of the Publishing Office

By Editor

So many meetings of the stockholders of the Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association were held, and the discussion concerning the removal of the Office was prolonged to such length, that it became impracticable to report the proceedings in full. We give in this issue an outline of the meetings, and we reprint the resolutions as amended and finally adopted. It will be observed that the sentiment, as expressed in the vote, was overwhelmingly in favor of the plan of removal as set forth in the resolutions. No definite action has been taken yet by the trustees concerning the matter, and it is evident to all that it will require considerable time for them to carry out the instruction of the stockholders.

Workers Depart for Europe

Those who came to Battle Creek to attend the various meetings recently held here have nearly all returned to their different fields of labor. Brother E. J. Waggoner and Dr. A. B. Olsen have taken passage for England on the steamship “Oceanic,” sailing Wednesday, May 6. They are accompanied by Brother Alexander Ritchie and his wife, who will labor in Scotland, and Sister Laura V. Porter, who will engage in the canvassing work in England. Brother and Sister Ritchie are sent by the General Conference Committee, but their salaries are to be paid by the Wisconsin Conference. Elder L. R. Conradi will sail on Thursday, May 7.

Reports Deferred Until Next Issue

By Editor

It was our expectation to present this week a report of the annual meetings of the Michigan Sanitarium and Benevolent Association and of the International Medical Missionary and Benevolent Association, which closed last week, but in the pressure of many important matters it was found difficult to secure a well-prepared report, and at the suggestion of the secretary of these meetings we have deferred it until our next issue. The report of the formal proceedings of the General Conference is completed in this number.

Canvassing Pitcairn Island

BROTHER G. F. JONES, in the South Pacific islands, has just canvassed every family on Pitcairn Island for the REVIEW and Instructor, and as a result sends twenty-four yearly subscriptions for the REVIEW, and six for the Instructor. If every minister would do equally well in his field, the REVIEW would quickly have a circulation of forty thousand. Is there not even far greater need that all other believers amid the strife of earth’s closing struggles, should have the REVIEW, than those on lone Pitcairn? May the faithful work of Brother Jones be an example for many to follow.

An Interesting Meeting

By E. R. PALMER

The service at the Battle Creek church, Sabbath morning, May 2, was of more than usual interest. The morning was beautiful, and the seating capacity of the large church was taxed to the utmost.

On the stand were four of the “old hands,” Elders G. I. Butler, S. N. Haskell, I. D. Van Horn, and G. A. Irwin. Fifteen years have passed since these aged warriors, who have been fighting the battles of the Lord in various countries, have had the privilege of all uniting in such a service; and it was evident that they greatly enjoyed the renewed association.

Elder Butler led the congregation in prayer. His earnest words of supplication carried the writer, and probably many others, back to the days of childhood and youth, when the Holy Spirit, again and again, used that same voice, both in prayer and in exhortation, to stir our hearts, and turn our feet into the way of this truth.

Elder Haskell spoke on the subject of the Holy Spirit, introducing the lesson by reading the wonderful tenfold promise of the Spirit as found in Luke 11: 9-13. The Lord greatly blessed his aged servant with clear thought and powerful utterance. The sermon was reported, and it will probably appear in an early issue of the REVIEW.

A gratifying feature of the service was the powerful “Amens” from Brother Butler. Such responses are none too common at the present time. The good old “amen corner” has almost died out. The occasional revival of it by the “old hands” is indeed refreshing. On this occasion the strong “Amens” seemed to gather up the words of the speaker, and carry them, warm and glowing, to the hearts of the listeners.

Following the remarks, the congregation united in singing the familiar and fitting words:— “Holy Spirit, faithful Guide, Ever near the Christian’s side; Gently lead us by the hand, Pilgrims in a desert land; Weary souls fore’er rejoice, When they hear that sweetest voice, Whisper softly, ‘Wanderer, come! Follow me, I’ll guide thee home!’”

At the close of the meeting thirteen candidates were buried in baptism.

Elder Jones preached at the same hour in the Sanitarium chapel.

E. R. PALMER.