p. 40 | Review and Herald, Vol. 46, No. 5. (7/29/1875)

Earlier text: How to Preach so as to Convert Nobody

The Social Meeting.

By Francis Gould

God has opened various channels through which to perfect his people, and among them we find the prayer and social meeting. From the hand of God we receive only good and perfect gifts, and it becomes us as the children of a kind Father to improve them wisely. After we have done what we can to testify our gratitude for the favors which we enjoy, we are unprofitable servants.

The prayer and social meeting is designed to give spiritual strength and energy, and to promote a growth in grace which will be of incalculable benefit. There are a great many who excuse themselves from doing duty because, as they tell us, they have no gift. If they could talk and pray as well as such a one, why, then they would do it. They think, perhaps, that the Lord will excuse them; but in this they are greatly mistaken. My experience and observation have convinced me that those who follow this course generally wither away, and become dwarfs in the church. What will become of such when God arises to shake terribly the earth? If ever there was a time in the world's history when every gift should be brought into active exercise, and the church should awake to duty, it is now.

The apostle Paul speaks to the point on this subject, “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works; not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” Heb. 10:24, 25. Again the prophet speaks thus: “Then they that feared the Lord spake often one to another, and the Lord hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before him for them that feared the Lord, and that thought upon his name,” Mal. 3:16. Angels of God are continually making a record of all our acts, both of obedience and disobedience, and we shall be judged according to our works.

The small gifts are necessary in the church, as well as the large ones. What would be thought of an individual if he should build a house and leave out all the small timbers, braces, pins, &c.? We should call him a foolish man, we should expect that the first storm that beat upon his house, would demolish it. It could not stand. It is just so with the church. Take out all the one talents, and the church would fall. They are placed there for its strength and support.

Then let us be constant in our attendance at the prayer and social meeting, and, when there, let us be sure to add something to its interest by praying or speaking. We shall thus have the approbation of God, be better prepared to contend with the powers of darkness, and shall build ourselves up in the truth. Christ suffered “that he might present it [the church] to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.” Eph. 5:27.

FRANCIS GOULD.

Bordoville, Vt.

A Resolution.

By Alice Powell

I HAVE been thinking for a long time that I have been neglecting my dear Saviour who died to save sinners. My whole life has been given to the world's fleeting pleasures. But I have made a firm resolution this day that I will take heed to my ways. I will pray fervently unto Him in whom there is help.

I am the only person receiving your paper here. My husband is not a Christian, but I pray that God may let him see the light before it is too late. I have not attended an Adventist meeting since I was six years old, but my heart yearns to receive the glorious present truth. Will the brethren and sisters pray for me, a lone pilgrim in this wicked place?

MRS. ALICE POWELL. Colfax Co., Neb.

ELIZA H. MORTON

By Eliza H. Morton

Life.

LIFE is, and ever has been, to the candid, thoughtful mind, a mystery. Who fashioned the delicate and intricate organs of the human body, and from whence came the vital spark which animates the same? Why is it that after a little time we must yield up our individual existence and, seemingly, become as if we had never been? Why this little season of life, strength, and activity, and why these hopes, longings, and aspirations? Why this multitude of beings, similar, yet unlike ourselves?

These questions have been asked, pondered, and studied carefully by wise men in all ages of the world. Search the annals of the past, study the open book of nature, ponder carefully every philosophical reason, and weigh well every hypothesis which may be formed, and you will obtain no light, no well-grounded theory, no foundation upon which to build your hopes. But is there no information for the human race as to their origin, object, and destiny? Yea, verily, there is a sure guide, a safe pilot, a “thus saith the Lord.”

The Bible is the only compass which points through the gloom and darkness of the grave, and opens before the mind of man views of heavenly bliss and visions of immortal glory in the future. If we disbelieve the Bible, where are we in this world's darkness, and what have we to rest our hopes upon?

The hope of the Christian is a glorious one—big with immortality. It tells us that life is not limited to threescore years and ten, but may be eternal. It tells us that this short, earthly life is given us in which to prepare for that life which has no end, but is one long eternity of joy, peace, happiness, and rest.

As we look back into the past, we find that sorrow, pain, anguish, tribulation, and death, have followed in the footsteps of man. What heart-aches, weariness of the flesh, disappointments, and unrest, the human race have endured! As we look forward into the future, our earthly eyes, unaided by the light of revelation, can discern nothing but gloomy shadows and thick darkness; but by the eye of faith we can look down through the dim vista of coming years and see far ahead a tiny star, which grows brighter and brighter until it merges into the light and glory of the eternal world. What views of loveliness and gleams of glory flash before the mind, and what longings for a nobler, truer, better life, are awakened by these forecasts and glimpses of the restful peace of that far-off heavenly land.

Let us then endeavor to make this life a success, that when that life shall dawn our lives may run parallel with the life of God through a never-ending eternity.

ELIZA H. MORTON

Allen's Corner, Me.

A Healthy Fruit

A lazy dyspeptic was bewailing his own misfortunes, and speaking with a friend on the latter's hearty appearance. “What do you do to make you so strong and healthy?” “Live on fruit alone,” answered the friend. “What kind of fruit?”—“The fruit of industry; and I am never troubled with indigestion.”

Obituary Notices.

DIED, of consumption, in Monterey, Mich., July 16, 1875, Ellen A. Kenyon, only child of Eld. H. M. Kenyon, aged seventeen years. About a year since, she was obliged to leave our school in Battle Creek, and from that time gradually sunk under the power of disease. The Monday previous to her death, she received a blessing beyond anything in her previous Christian experience. She was then enabled to make a full resignation of all to the Lord, and felt that he accepted her. Though she suffered much the last days of her life, she bore it patiently, calmly waiting the hour when she would find release in the slumber of the tomb. The blow falls heavily on Bro. and sister K., but the good evidence their dear child left behind of a preparation for a part in the first resurrection sustains and comforts them. The funeral was held in the house of worship in Monterey, July 18. Remarks were made to the large congregation by Bro. White, Bro. Brownsberger (her teacher), and the writer. E. S.

The following lines were written by J. C. Clemens, in memory of our dear sister, Ellen A. Kenyon. “Even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.” Sister, the blinding tears will all unbidden fall At sight of thy loved form wrapt in death’s mourn- ful pall. We can but grieve to know thine earthly race is run, Yet our sad hearts still pray, Dear Lord, “thy will be done.” Though in the morn of life, with all thy youthful bloom, Death with relentless hand hath claimed thee for the tomb, Submissive we would bow beneath the chastening rod, Knowing thy precious “life is hid with Christ in God.” We thank God thou wast not in darkness left to grope, Nor we to sorrow left as they “that have no hope.” In Jesus’ worthy name acceptance thou didst crave, Of this (blest be that name) he full assurance gave. Sleep on; thy labor’s done, its fruits thou soon shalt see, For though thou art at rest thy works still follow thee. Eternity alone the record will disclose, And stamp the glittering stars that will thy crown compose. We gratefully receive thy last sweet message given To urge us to prepare to meet our friend in Heaven, God help us to improve the favors he bestows, And when our race is run receive us at its close.

DIED, at McLemore, Ohio, June 11, 1875, our oldest daughter, Jennie, aged twenty-one years and ten months. Her disease was consumption. She suffered several months very patiently and met her end with resignation. In her last hours she sweetly leaned on the strong arm of Jesus. Her trust in a merciful and loving Saviour was complete. Jennie joined the M. E. church when about ten years old, but when the tent came to this place in 1869, she embraced the Sabbath of the Lord, under the labors of Brn. Van Horn and Burrill, and was baptized in 1870 by Bro. Van Horn. Her parents and brothers and sisters sorely mourn their loss; but we sorrow not as those who have no hope. We look forward to that day when the graves will be opened and the saints arise victorious over death. Her funeral was held in the M. E. church Sunday afternoon, at 2 o’clock. Comforting words were spoken by Eld. Hall, to a large congregation of sympathizing friends, from words which she had chosen in Eccl. 12:1: “She sleeps in Jesus, cease thy grief, Let this afford thee sweet relief, That, freed from death’s triumphant reign, In Heaven she will live again.” E. B. & E. H. HURST.

FELL asleep in Jesus, Edwin C., son of William and Angeline Edson, of Hess Road, Niagara Co., New York, aged seventeen years and ten months. He was attacked with typhoid fever at a time when his vitality, never large, had been reduced by study, and after a few days of suffering, he died Tuesday, July 13, 1875. Bro. and sister Edson, his sisters, and relatives have in their bereavement, the heartfelt sympathy of the community in which they live. The sweet gentleness of his disposition and the purity of his character had endeared him to all with whom he associated. Words of consolation at the funeral from Ps. 127:2: “For so he giveth his beloved sleep.” CHAS. B. REYNOLDS.

DIED, in Pitcairn, St. Lawrence Co., N. Y., June 28, 1875, of consumption, John, son of Joel and Mary Powers, aged seven years and seven months. Little John possessed a very sweet and gentle spirit, and was very careful not to do wrong. HENRY H. WILCOX.

DIED, of quick consumption, at Janesville, Wis., May 17, 1875, Bro. James W. Lowden, Sen., aged 83 years. Bro. Lowden embraced the doctrine of the near coming of Christ in 1843, and afterward the truths held sacred by Seventh-day Adventists, in which he always seemed to take much pleasure. He was a member of the Methodist church about forty years before he embraced the Advent doctrine. He leaves a wife and eight children to mourn, but they mourn not as those without hope. May the Lord help all the mourning circle to speedily prepare to meet their soon-coming Lord and receive eternal life. J. SANBORN.

S. D. A. P. Association

Appointments.

And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

Services in Chicago, every Sabbath (seventh day), at 269 West Erie St. All Sabbath-keepers spending a Sabbath in Chicago are invited to attend.

S. D. A. P. Association.

The Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association will hold its sixteenth annual session on the camp-ground at Battle Creek, August 10th, 1875, at 9 o'clock A. M., for the election of officers, and for the transaction of any other business that may come before the meeting.

James White, Harmon Lindsay, Freddie House, E. B. Gaskill, Uriah Smith, S. N. Haskell, James Sawyer, Trustees.

The Michigan Camp-Meeting.

This meeting will be held on the old ground, near Battle Creek. All tents should be put up as soon as Monday, as the meeting is to commence Tuesday morning. Ample provision will be made for this meeting. Those who have no tents will be provided for in the large tents. Bring your bedding, and sheets with which to partition off your sections. COMMITTEE.

The Michigan Conference.

The Michigan Conference will hold its next annual session in connection with the camp-meeting at Battle Creek, August 11, 1875. Delegates should be on the ground the first day of the meeting. Let the church officers make their reports in season; also let the S. B. treasurers make an effort to meet their pledges. We hope the friends of the cause will make an especial effort to attend this meeting prepared to work for the Lord.

E. H. Root, Mich. Conf. Com. J. Fargo, M. S. Merriam,

The Educational Society.

The Seventh-day Adventist Educational Society will hold its First Annual Meeting on the camp ground at Battle Creek, Mich., Thursday, Aug. 12, 1875, at 9 o'clock A. M., for the purpose of electing a Board of Trustees for the ensuing year, and transacting any other business that may come before the meeting.

James White, U. Smith, E. B. Gaskill, H. Lindsay, Benn Auten, S. N. Haskell, J. H. Kellogg, Trustees.

General Conference.

The Fourteenth Annual Meeting of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held at Battle Creek, Mich., first-day, Aug. 15, 1875, at 9 o'clock A. M., for the purpose of considering such matters pertaining to the general prosperity of the cause as may properly come before this body.

James White, Gen. Conf. Geo. H. Butler, Conf. S. N. Haskell, Com.

The Health Reform Institute.

The stockholders of the Health Reform Institute will hold their ninth annual meeting at Battle Creek, Mich., in connection with the camp-meeting, Friday, Aug. 13, 1875, at 9 o'clock A. M., for the election of officers, and for the transaction of any other business that may come before the meeting. Stockholders who cannot attend will please see that their stock is represented by proxy if they have not already made provision of this kind.

James White, U. Smith, S. Brownsberger, Harmon Lindsay, Benn Auten, E. B. Gaskill, J. H. Kellogg, Directors.

The next quarterly meeting for the churches of Oakland, Little Prairie, and Johnstown, will be held at Johnstown Center, Rock Co., Wis., Aug. 7, 8, 1875. Bro. Matteson is requested to meet with us. Let all come that can. G. S. Smith, Clerk.

Lovington, Ill., Sabbath and Sunday, Aug. 14, 15. Preaching at the usual hours. We hope to see all the friends of the cause in this part at this meeting. By request we will organize a Tract and Missionary Society. C. H. Bliss.

Missouri Valley, Iowa, Aug. 14, 15, 1875. Beloit, Crawford Co., Aug. 21, 22. J. W. McWilliams.

If the Lord will, I will meet with the church at Edgefield Junction, Tenn., Aug. 12, and remain over Sabbath and Sunday. All Sabbath-keepers in the vicinity are requested to attend. An opportunity for baptism will be given. S. Osborn.

Monthly meeting of the Jackson church at Tompkins, July 31, 1875. E. P. Giles.

Quarterly meeting of the T. & M. Society of Dist. No. 3, Mich., in the tent at Bronson, Branch Co., August 1, 1875. Will the librarians please send their reports to J. Warren Wright, Battle Creek, without delay. I. A. Olmstead, Director.

Quarterly meeting at Greenup, Cumberland Co., Ill., July 31 and Aug. 1. Let the brethren at Martinsville, and other scattered brethren attend this meeting. A T. & M. meeting will be held in connection with it. Come, brethren, and let us seek God together. Preaching to commence on Sabbath evening. C. H. Bliss.

Sutton, Vt., Sabbath, July 31, 1875. Morgan, Vt., Sabbath and first-day, Aug. 7 and 8. At this meeting baptism will be administered if desired. A. S. Hutchins.

The next quarterly meeting of the T. & M. society of the churches in Dist. No. 5, Mich., will be held with the church at Ravenna, Sabbath and first-day, July 31, and Aug. 1, 1875. Will all the librarians see that their reports are forwarded to the secretary, H. Higley, Coopersville, Ott. Co., in time for this meeting. J. S. Wicks, Director.

Quarterly meeting of the S. D. A. church at Waterloo, Grant Co., Wis., July 31, to be held over first-day. A general invitation is extended. Can some minister attend? Jemiah Ganiard.

Quarterly meeting at Rochester, Fulton Co., Indiana, August 7, 8. All are invited. Bro. Lane or Kenyon is expected. James Harvey.

New England Conference.

The New England Conference will hold its next annual session in connection with the camp-meeting at South Lancaster, Mass., commencing Aug. 26, and continuing until Aug. 31. All companies of our brethren where Systematic Benevolence is organized should send their delegates, and fill out their blank reports, which each company will receive from the Secretary, in season for the meeting. N. E. Conf. Com.

Maine Camp-Meeting.

No providence preventing, this meeting will be held Sept. 2–7, 1875, at Richmond, Sagadahoc Co., Maine, 1½ miles from the depot, 1¼ from the steamboat wharf, on the main road up the Kennebec River leading to Gardiner, on land owned by Wm. Grant, in a pleasant oak grove. Bro. and sister White are cordially invited to attend. Half fare may be expected on the R. R. More hereafter. COMMITTEE.

The next general quarterly meeting of the Iowa and Neb. T. & M. Society will be at State Center, Iowa, Sept. 4, 5, 1875. Hope there will be a general representation at this meeting. Meeting to commence Friday evening. H. Nicola.

Will the directors hold a meeting for the T. & M. Societies of Vermont about two weeks before our annual meeting, which will be held in connection with the camp-meeting, so that their reports can be sent in one week before camp-meeting? I would suggest the 7th and 8th of August. We hope all reports will be gathered in. L. Bean, Pres.

There will be a State quarterly and annual meeting of the T. & M. Society of Michigan in connection with the camp-meeting at Battle Creek, Aug. 10–17. The reports from each district should be sent to the State secretary, Mrs. E. B. Gaskill, of Battle Creek, one week previous to the meeting. E. H. Root, Pres.

Providence favoring, the forty-foot tent, No. 3, of Wisconsin, pitched in the town of Douglas Center, Marquette Co., on the 23d of July, will remain there for several weeks, or as long as the interest may demand. I. Sanborn.

Quarterly meeting of Dist. No. 6, N. Y. and Pa. T. & M. Society, at Indian Lake, Hamilton Co., N. Y., Aug. 21 and 22, 1875. Would be glad to see all the members present. M. S. Tyrel, Director.

The next monthly meeting for the churches in Oswego Co., N. Y., will be held at Vermilion, Aug. 7, 8, 1875. Bro. B. L. Whitney is expected to be at the meeting. Daniel Bowe.

Russian Mennonites Bound for Nebraska

ABOUT 750 Russian Mennonites passed through this city over the Michigan Central railroad yesterday, bound for Nebraska. They stated that some 25,000 of their brethren were soon to join them in Nebraska.

The Camp-Meetings.

MICHIGAN, ................ August 10-17, 1875. VERMONT, .................. " 19-24, " NEW ENGLAND, ............. " 26-31, " MAINE, ..................... Sept. 2-7, " NEW YORK, ................. " 9-14, " OHIO, ...................... Sept. 30-Oct. 5, " INDIANA, ................... Oct. 7-12, " KANSAS, .................... " 14-19, "

Camp-Meeting Tickets.

The superintendent of the Chicago and Lake Huron R. R. generously offers half-fare rates to all coming over that road to our camp-meeting, Aug 10-17.

Pamphlet on the Sabbath in the German Language.

THE S. D. A. Publishing Association has for sale, in the German language, the true German character being used, that excellent argument of Eld. J. H. Waggoner’s, called, “The Nature and Obligation of the Sabbath of the Fourth Commandment.” This work is stereotyped, and can be furnished in any quantity on short notice. 80 pp., 10 cts.

Let it be circulated!

Sabbath Publication in the Holland Language.

The Association has on its shelves about 900 copies of the “Nature and Obligation of the Sabbath of the Fourth Commandment,” by Eld. J. H. Waggoner, translated into the Dutch or Holland language. This work is printed in the common English type, as the Hollanders do not employ the German character. Will the friends of the Sabbath truth see that this Holland tract is scattered? There are Hollanders in many communities who should have this valuable publication. 48 pp. octavo, 10 cts.

One Hundred Dollars Each.

WE here give the names of those east of the plains who have paid one hundred dollars each, to purchase a power press, engine, and printing material for the Pacific Coast. Others will be added as fast as paid.

Thos. Bickle.....100	Hiram Hunter....100
A A Bradford.....100	M Wood..........100
M J Bartholf & wife 100	S A McPherson.....100
James Harvey.....100	D R Palmer.......100
J H Bennett........100	C W Comings......100
N G Raymond.....100	Betsey Landon.....100
R M Pierce.....100	P W Baker........100
B M Berry.....100	P S Marshall.....100
E H Root........100	Wm Harper........100
L McCoy........100	Amy Dart........100
Jacob Shively.....100	Isaac Zirkle.....100
J P Henderson.....100	A W Maynard.....100
T S Harris.....100	Sidney Hart.....100
James Raddabaugh 100	Dexter Daniels....100
Geo Leighton & wife 100	Daniel H Gould.....100
Albert Belden.....100	Mary A Hare.....100
M. J. Olds.....100	Geo. Lowree.....100
C. B. Tower.....100	Truman Loomis....100
Henry Hilliard.....100	Henry Crosbie.....100
J. N. Andrews.....100	H B Stratton.....100
James H. Minisee.....100	Andrew Olsen.....100
Jacob Wilbur.....100	S. M. Holly.....100
Alfred Hobbs.....100	Wm Ings.....100
Wm E Newcomb.....100	R G Lockwood.....100

New England Camp-Meeting Tents

By S. N. Haskell

Notice.

Those wishing tents at the New England Camp-meeting will please correspond at once with H. B. Stratton, 65 Dorchester St., South Boston, Mass., stating what size they wish, etc. Prices will range about as last year.

S. N. Haskell.

Errata.

IN REVIEW AND HERALD, Vol. 45, No 18, page 138, where it reads Enoch first received instruction from Noah, it should read, Enoch first received instruction from Adam.

Business Department.

By I. Sanborn

“Not slothful in Business. Rom. 11:12.”

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My address, till further notice, will be Kilbourne City, Wis. I. SANBORN.

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Books Sent by Mail.

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Books Sent by Express.

J Bartlett, Dunlap, Harrison Co., Iowa, $8.32.

Books Sent by Freight.

Stephen Griswold Omro Wis., $14.00, J H Rogers, Hamilton, Mo., 61.05, J R Long Hamilton, Mo., 21.52.

Pacific Pub. Association.

“A Brother” $500.00, Sarah Beach 15.00, Rufina Furguson 23.00, J M Furguson 34.50, Charles L Boyd 23.00, Lucretia S Boyd 11.50, H C Stone 69.00, Mrs Rachael Stern 11.50, Sarah A Stern 46.00, Mary E Ballard 11.50, James Cattew 23.00, Maria Vickery 11.50, M Adams 11.50, Jacob Hill 5.00, Amos Morel 11.50, Alfred Hobbs 50.00, T M Seward 23.00, W E Price 11.50, A S Osborn 1.50, Isaac Sanborn 57.50, Mrs M Thompson 25.00, Recorda Lorenzon 5.00, Usual Mullen 20.00, Eli Osborn 10.00, Mrs M M Nelson (deceased) 25.00, Emma Sprague 10.00, O A Hegg 10.00, Ole Olsen 30.00, Jennie Olsen 20.00, Daniel Andre 34.50, J T Mitchell 11.50, C R Ross 23.00, J L Kilgore 23.00, Rebecca Glunt 11.50, Samuel Zin 46.00, A W Reed 23.00, Edwin Berry 23.00, D P Berry 23.00, Sarah Nettlingham 11.50, Thomas Hibben 11.50, Anna Hibben 11.50, Napoleon Durgen 5.00, Geo Knight 34.50, Gustavus Barnard 55.00, Rob’t Ladlee 11.50, Richard Atkinson 50.00, Robert Vickery 34.50, Rachel E Stone 11.50, Luther Smith 20.00, M J Bartholf 3.50, O Burr 10.00, S S Smith 50.00, Peter Erb 50.00, U H Ebbe 25.00, D I Stephens 15.00, John Weaver 10.00, C A Washburn 23.00, Alfred & Elizabeth J Nettlingham 13.00, C K Farnsworth 25.00, J B Vaughn 50.00.

Mich. T. & M. Society.

Dist. No. 3, Elizabeth Young, $5.00, Dist. No. 7, 14.00.

Cash Received on Account.

James Sawyer $3.00, Signs of the Times 2.75, Maine T & M Society 44.00, Iowa & Neb. T. & M. John S Johnson $5.00, “ “ “ “ P A Marvin 5.00, Wis. T. & M. Society Mrs P F Chase 5.00, “ “ “ “ Lucy Austin 5.00, “ “ “ “ S L Downer 5.00, “ “ “ “ Sarah E Stephens 5.00.

Book Fund.

F R Richmond $15.00, E C Day 10.00.

Mo. & Kan. Sufferers.

Phineas Martin $8.00.

Danish Mission.

Phineas Martin $1.50.

Swedish Mission.

Phineas Martin $1.50.

Michigan Conference Fund

Church at Richfield (s. b.) $22.45. “ “ Greenville (Danish Branch s b) 20.70.

Publishing Machinery for California

Bro. White left Battle Creek, Monday, July 26, for New York to purchase power presses, engine, book-binding machinery, &c., for the Publishing House in California. He will invest about ten thousand dollars before his return to Battle Creek, Aug. 3.

Answers to Correspondents

By Editor

We have a number of questions on hand from different correspondents. We will attend to them as soon as consistent with other duties. They will please have patience.

Ferdinand I., Ex-Emperor of Austria.

The ex-Emperor of Austria, Ferdinand I., died at Prague, in Bohemia, Tuesday. He abdicated during October, 1848, in favor of his nephew, Francis II. The latter part of his reign, which began in March, 1832, was marked by political disturbances, and uprisings against the crown. Dr. Doran says of him that “he reigned under the simple illusion that he governed; but he really did neither. His cretinism rendered him incapable, but his imbecility concealed from him his want of capacity.”

Ferdinand was born in 1793, and was forty-two years of age when he succeeded his father on the throne.

Tents! Tents!!

CAMP-MEETING tents can be had of Geo. F. Foster, Son, & Co., Chicago, Ill., at the following prices:—


		8 oz. duck.
12x18	4 ft. wall,	10 ft. high,	$39.88
14x16	4 " "	10 " "	39.88
16x16	5 " "	11 " "	50.87

Five per cent discount from these prices for cash.