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News and Notes

—Mme. Dreyfus has gone to Nice, France, to pass the winter. Her husband will soon join her.

—Great Britain's war office refuses to issue further permits for newspaper correspondents in South Africa.

—By the recent burning of an office building in Washington, 80,000 pension claims were destroyed, besides claims pending before the Treasury Department and the patent office.

—The schoolboys of the country have contributed $60,000 for a United States battle-ship, to be called “The American Boy.” The Secretary of the Navy suggests, however, that the money be used “for a sailors' national home in Washington.”

—Three more Stanford University (Cal.) professors have resigned (making five in all), and the loss of many students is feared. However, Harvard professors are on their way to fill the vacancies, and 500 of the students have expressed confidence in the management.

—More than 100,000 tons of soft coal are soon to be shipped from Baltimore and Philadelphia, to Halifax and the ports of New Brunswick and Newfoundland. The strange part of it is that “a large quantity of this coal will be delivered in the neighborhood of the soft coal mines of Nova Scotia, the existence of which has been the chief excuse for our protective tariff duty on coal of this character.”

—It is reported that “the Congressional investigation at West Point probed a good deal deeper than the military investigation,” which preceded it. It is strange that people should become so excited over the existence of hazing (with its attendant fighting and cruelty) at West Point Academy, when the very object of that institution is to teach young men how most scientifically to fight, and even to kill, other men.

—President Diaz, of Mexico, is ill, yet able to transact business of importance.

—Bryan's new weekly paper, the Commoner, made its first appearance the 23d inst.

—All the classes at West Point Academy have “unanimously decided to abolish hazing.”

—Celebrations of the two hundredth anniversary of the kingdom of Prussia began the 17th inst.

—Johann Faber, founder of the famous Faber lead-pencil factory in Germany, died at Nuremberg, the 17th inst.

—Montreal had a $4,000,000 fire in its business district, January 23. Among the nineteen large buildings consumed was the Board of Trade. It was impossible to control the flames.

—Potato-bread is used extensively in Germany as a horse food. The potatoes, after being stewed and mashed, are mixed with an equal part of meal, made into four-pound loaves, and baked.

—A new process has been discovered in England whereby paper is to be manufactured from common grass. It is said that paper thus obtained is “desirable for drawing and tracing, because of its remarkable suppleness and strength.”

—According to the Financial Chronicle, the railroad gross earnings for 1900, on 113 roads that have reported, “show an increase of almost $100,000,000, or nearly nine per cent; and it is estimated that full reports will show an increase of $125,000,000.” The gross earnings for the year 1900 exceed those of 1894 by fifty-five per cent.

—The Federal Steel Company, the steel trust managed by J. Pierpont Morgan, “has acquired control of the American Steel and Wire Company, the competing trust, of which John W. Gates is president. The purchase of its stock was manipulated by the Morgan syndicate, under cover of a disturbance in the stock market, produced for the purpose.”

—While she was being initiated into the Alpha Theta Mu Society of the Wichita (Kan.) high school, Miss Jessie Lewelling, daughter of former Governor Lewelling, was branded for life with the Greek letters “A T M,” which stand for the name of the society. The characters were burned on her forehead “with pure nitrate of silver, the acid penetrating the flesh to the depth of a quarter of an inch.” She was thus hazed because of “her refusal to go through with certain ‘funny formations,’ as they say at West Point,” in connection with her initiation. It is said that the young women “were ignorant of the character of the chemical they were using.” It is a fair example of the cruel hazing that goes on in many schools and universities throughout the land.

—It is reported, from England, that “the Tammany ring in New York are in despair, for Mr. Robert Barr is to expose their iniquities in a two-hundred-thousand-word novel.” But, according to the New York Times, another work, entitled “History of Tammany Hall,” will be of far more importance. It has been written by Gustave Myers, “who for the last five years has been industriously engaged in examining every court record, legislative proceeding, and city document which could throw light upon the working of the society.” Again, “not the least interesting feature of the forthcoming publication, is the difficulty that Mr. Myers has encountered in attempting to secure a publisher. One well-known house, while praising his book and the motive that inspired its writing, replied: ‘We should hardly feel warranted in locking horns with Tammany.’ The appearance of the book will be due to the efforts of a few public-spirited citizens.”

—Queen Victoria died at the Osborne House, Isle of Wight, January 22. Her son, Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, is now Edward VII., king of England. Nearly all the world is mourning the loss of Victoria. The flags of England and her colonies, and thousands of American flags, floated at half-mast as soon as it became known that she was dead. Born May 24, 1819, Victoria succeeded to the throne at the age of eighteen, June 20, 1837. She was married Feb. 10, 1840, to Prince Albert, of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, and bore nine children during the twenty-two years of her wedded life. She became a widow in 1862, and was proclaimed empress of India in 1876. She outlived all the men who were officials of the kingdom when she became queen, and expired in the sixty-fourth year of her reign—“the longest single reign known in the annals of the kingdom.” She was opposed to the war in South Africa, and, without doubt, the continuance of that war hastened the time of her death. Having stood “in that fierce light which beats upon a throne, and blackens every blot,” for nearly sixty-four years, during all those many years she “has given Europe its purest court,” and has been happily described as “the queenliest of women and the most womanly of queens.”

—Verdi, the great composer of music, is dying in Milan, Italy. He was born Oct. 10, 1813.

—General Plaza has been elected president of Ecuador, defeating General Garcia by a majority of 40,000 votes.

—The emperor of Japan will visit Europe next spring. He will first visit the czar, and expects to reach Vienna in May.

—Elisha Gray, the well-known electrical inventor, died suddenly at Newtonville, Mass., January 23, at the age of sixty-five.

—A railroad combine has been formed of the Great Northern, Milwaukee and St. Paul, Northern Pacific, and the Erie, making a new and powerful system from ocean to ocean.

—The reapportionment bill was signed by President McKinley the 17th inst., and is now law. It fixes the number of representatives in Congress, after March 3, 1903, at 386.

—The county attorney recently dismissed the charge against Mrs. Carrie Nation, of Wichita, Kan. (for breaking saloon fixtures), on the ground of insanity. Since then, assisted by two women, she has destroyed $2,000 worth of Wichita saloon property.

—Russian papers favor the disposition of the United States to make the Nicaragua Canal an American canal, for the Americans. One, in particular, says: “During the last half-century Russia and the United States have developed their [maritime] powers, and they can afford to tear the nets which British diplomacy has woven around them. The victory which the Americans have won in this case can give us only satisfaction.” And again: “Since the war of the Revolution, Russia's sympathies have always been on the side of the republic.” It is rather queer that a despotic government can sympathize with a republic.

—The center of population of the United States is still moving westward. Since the census of 1890 it has moved fourteen miles to the west. In 1790 the center of population was approximately 25 miles east of Baltimore, Md.; in 1800, 18 miles west of Baltimore; in 1810, 40 miles northwest by west of Washington, D. C.; in 1820, 16 miles north of Woodstock, Va.; in 1830, 19 miles southwest of Moorfield, W. Va.; in 1840, 16 miles south of Clarksburg, W. Va.; in 1850, 23 miles southeast of Parkersburg, W. Va.; in 1860, 20 miles south of Chillicothe, Ohio; in 1870, 48 miles northeast of Cincinnati, Ohio; in 1880, 8 miles southwest of Cincinnati; in 1890, 20 miles east of Columbus, Ind.; and, in 1900, 7 miles southeast of Columbus.

—A military spyglass has just been invented, through which a man may observe the actions of the enemy, from behind a rampart, without danger. By means of prisms the light is deflected in such a manner that, although the officer's head is lower than the protecting fortification, he may easily see what is going on outside, and avoid being made a mark for the enemy's bullets. This spyglass may also be used by a person hidden behind a tree, in which case the observer merely “allows the ends of the instrument to project behind the sides of the tree.” The instrument weighs about one and one-half pounds and magnifies ten times, embracing a linear field of sixty-five yards. It has been tested by usage in the Swiss army.

—Baron Wilhelm Rothschild, head of the famous family of bankers, died at Frankfort, Germany, January 25. He was a rigidly orthodox Jew. The real family name is simply Anselm, the name Rothschild being applied to the family on account of there being a red shield on the front of their house of business at 52 Judengasse, Frankfort. The wealth of the Rothschilds has been estimated at two thousand millions of dollars ($2,000,000,000); yet this even falls far short, it is thought, of the real value of their wealth. Since the year 1815 the Rothschilds have raised for Great Britain alone more than $1,000,000,000; for Austria, $250,000,000; for Prussia, $200,000,000; for France, $400,000,000; for Italy, $300,000,000; for Russia, $125,000,000; for Brazil, $70,000,000; and in 1895 they took $15,000,000 of the United States loan. All the Rothschild banks work in harmony, absolute secrecy being their rule of action; they divide all profits, and stand by one another under all circumstances, holding family councils on all important matters. Before the death of Alphonse de Rothschild, in Paris, and of William, in Frankfort, there were eleven Rothschild barons. The nine remaining are situated as follows: Nathaniel, Alfred, and Leopold, in London; Gustav, Edward, Adolphe, and James, in Paris; Nathaniel, a baron of the Austrian Empire, in Vienna; Nathan, in London, who is regarded “the greatest of the Rothschilds.” The power wielded by this family has been and still is something enormous, whole nations even bowing to their decisions.

NOTES FROM BRAZIL

By F. W. Spies

August 2 I embarked for Espirito Santo, but on account of the bubonic plague our steamer underwent a quarantine of ten days. August 11 we reached Victoria, and a fourteen-hours' ride in a canoe on the beautiful Santa Maria River brought me to Porto Cachoeira, whence, after a ride of six hours, I was once more among those of like precious faith. It was almost eighteen months since my previous visit to these brethren. The churches in this province having been so long without ministerial help, and under rather unfavorable circumstances, I feared I should find them in not the best condition. But, thank the Lord for His goodness, I found harmony and unity among them, and nearly all were of good courage in the Lord. I labored among them for nine weeks, visiting and strengthening them, and also visiting four new districts, in two of which there are Sabbath-keepers. In the other two some are convinced of the truth, who we hope will soon obey.

This trip brought me for the first time over a large territory, and I often admired the fertile land through which we traveled. What missionary work might be done by those who love the truth, if they should come here and live the truth before the people, showing them how to till the soil properly, and how to live for the Lord. Of course things are very primitive. Although we must frequently cross large streams, a bridge is something unknown in some of these sections. Hence, when possible, we would ride through the rivers; and where the water was too deep to ride through, the horses and mules would swim across the river, while their riders and saddles were taken over in a canoe. This latter was especially true of the district of Guandu, which takes its name from the river that flows through that section.

In Guandu I found several Brazilians who, through the faithful labors of a German brother, had become somewhat interested in present truth. In the homes of some of these Brazilians, such a common luxury as a table or chairs is unknown. When they wish to seat themselves, mother earth offers all their ambition requires. One Sunday afternoon a meeting was held at one of these Brazilian homes. In all, about thirty persons were present. After the service I, with about twenty-four others, remained for jantar (dinner), which was both cooked and served in a kitchen six by ten feet in size. This small kitchen contained a large stove of earth; a mill to grind coffee or corn; a low bench about a foot high, which, by using a little economy in sitting, might furnish seats for three persons; and a piece of timber about one foot wide and one foot thick, and perhaps four feet long, with a hollow place in the middle, which served as a mortar.

When dinner was ready, I was asked to say gracias (thanks); and then, being in their estimation the most honored guest, I was invited to take the lead in helping myself. Upon entering the kitchen, I beheld, upon the piece of timber before mentioned, a row of kettles and pots as they had come from the fire. One contained the proverbial Brazilian black beans, another rice, still another polenta (corn-meal mush), a fourth sweet potatoes. Upon being urged repeatedly to help myself, I did so, which was the signal for the rest to follow suit; and in a little while the entire company of twenty-four might be seen, one after another, coming with his plate for a supply, and then going out, some squatting on the ground, others standing, still others leaning up against a building, with a plate in one hand and a fork in the other, in various grotesque attitudes. And although some failed to get a fork, there not being enough forks for all (as for knives, there were none at all), no one seemed troubled over that slight inconvenience, but went to work with nature's five-tined fork (his fingers), with as much satisfaction as any one else. You will say, “A happy company!” and so they were; for after dinner, which was eaten about 6 P. M., Bible study and singing continued until 11 P. M., and some did not stop until 3 A. M.

As almost every planter raises tobacco, all use it, even the women, some of whom consume as much as the men. But some of these have already received the gospel, and it has freed them from these bad habits; so let us hope that many more will accept this cleansing stream, which can make them as white as snow. I find these people very simple, and while they have some bad habits, they also have many good qualities. Wherever I went, the need of reading-matter was evident, and I was pleased to see that our new journal, O Arauto da Verdade meets with a kind reception everywhere among the Catholics. May the Lord bless every effort to advance His cause, and gather from all nations those who love righteousness.

During the entire journey I enjoyed much of the Lord's blessing. I baptized thirteen persons; and when I left the brethren, all were of good courage and determined to press on in the good fight of faith. May the dear Lord ever keep them.

F. W. SPIES.

TENNESSEE RIVER CONFERENCE

By W. J. Stone

THE last year has been one of prosperity and general advancement in our work. A goodly number of additions have been made to our churches, and one new church has been organized. The tithe was increased about one fifth, and the debt of the tract society was materially reduced. It has been the most prosperous year that the Conference has seen for several years. Our camp-meeting, which was held at Paris, Tenn., was exceptionally good. Those of experience in camp-meeting work said it was the best meeting they ever attended. The interest created was followed up with Bible work and other meetings, and as a result several persons accepted the faith. An interest is still manifested as a result of this effort, which we believe will finally result in many more taking their stand upon the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus.

We are making a special effort in behalf of the work among the colored people, and expect that at least two workers will devote their whole time to this race. For two months Sister Cornwell has been laboring among the colored people at Memphis, and already an interest is awakened. Elder Sheafe is expected here in a few weeks, to hold meetings with two of our colored churches. At one place that he expects to visit, much reading-matter has been distributed among the colored people by Brother Woodlin, a self-supporting missionary. We look for good results when an effort is put forth among them.

The Tennessee River Conference is composed of that portion of Tennessee and Kentucky lying west of a line starting about twenty miles below Louisville, and running nearly due south from the Ohio River. This gives us quite a change of climate between the northern and the southern portion of the Conference. In the territory covered by this Conference, we have as fine farming lands as I have ever seen anywhere; and the products raised usually bring good prices. The price of land is much more reasonable than in the North, and there is no better country to which to emigrate, from a financial point of view, to say nothing of the great opportunity of carrying the message for this time to a people in a most needy field.

I would make a special appeal to brethren having

a little money and a missionary spirit, who desire to enter a most needy field to advance the cause of Christ, to come South and unite their interests with ours, to help in building up the work here. Several persons have come to this Conference from the North during the last year, and they are all delighted with the climate and with the future prospects. There are many in Battle Creek and other places who could be spared as well as not, who could be of great benefit to the cause in this needy field. I shall be pleased to hear from any who are looking for an opening where they can serve the Lord more efficiently, and who are inclined to the Southern field. I will gladly give any information desired to any who will address me at 1122 Park St., Bowling Green, Ky. W. J. STONE.

MANITOBA

By J. J. Gravelle

MORDEN.—April 12, 1900, we moved from Killarney to Morden, to help build up the good work in this place. Here is the home of Elder H. J. Dirksen, one of our German ministers. He has done much faithful work here, and several Germans have accepted the truth. The time had come to labor for the English people; and as the brethren here had no place in which to hold meetings, except a private house, we rented a church building. The meetings began with a fair attendance, and one person accepted the truth.

Our camp-meeting, which began July 1, added much to the interest of the work here. Elders Morrison, Hoopes, and Wilkinson, and Brother Graff gave much valuable instruction. The attendance was good, and the last day of the meeting there were nearly one thousand persons on the grounds. A number took their stand for the truth. After the camp-meeting we kept our large tent standing for six weeks. Elder Nelson, director of the mission field, Elders Bubalts and Dirksen, and a number of Bible workers remained to help in the good work. About the middle of August the most of the laborers were obliged to leave, only my wife and I being left to carry on the work. As a result of the effort since camp-meeting several have taken their stand for the truth, and the church at Morden now has fifty-two members. Several young persons are in the truth, but have not yet united with the church. The brethren here have built a new church, twenty by thirty-six feet, and have it nearly all paid for.

J. J. GRAVELLE.

SUGGESTIVE

By W. F. Caldwell

The church at Midway, Pa., was disbanded nearly two years ago. A few believers clung to the truth, earnestly imploring the Lord for help. Two families were especially burdened for their children, and greatly desired a church school.

The burden of this work was laid on me when I first visited Midway, September 4, but it then seemed impossible to engage in the work there. In a short time, however, the way was unexpectedly opened; and although feeling incapable of undertaking such a work alone, I could not fail to fulfill my promise to the Lord to work anywhere in any way.

The school was opened in a humble place, and in an equally humble way, Oct. 3, 1900, with nine pupils, one of whom is a boarding student from Pittsburg. The Lord has greatly blessed the effort. The children are now learning rapidly. The burden of expense falls largely on two coal miners. But they willingly bear it, sacrificing for their children.

The Lord’s blessing has not been confined to the school. Backsliders are returning, faltering ones are established again, and the “mind to work” is taking possession of all. Two persons have begun canvassing, they say as “regulars.” Three others are doing good work here. Fifty copies of the Signs of the Times are sold weekly. About seventy-five dollars’ worth of tracts, pamphlets, and books has already been sold.

Are there not other places like this? Are there not others who are willing to engage in humble work for the Lord?

I will gladly explain our financial matters, etc., to any who will write. W. F. CALDWELL.

INDIANA

By P. G. Stanley; F. M. Roberts

MUNCIE.—Since our annual camp-meeting, which was held last September, in Muncie, a strong corps of workers has been looking after the interest created at that time. Meetings have been held each evening since our camp-meeting closed, with the exception of two weeks, when the church was undergoing repairs. During these meetings considerable interest has been manifested to hear the truth. Over seventy-five dollars has been received in contributions. Sabbath, December 1, the first Seventh-day Adventist church was organized in Muncie, with twenty-seven members.

We are now engaged in the second series of meetings, with a good attendance, and an excellent interest. Bible studies are held with those who are interested. Short readings are given two or three times a week, just before preaching. We expect great things from our Lord, who has wrought so wonderfully for us thus far. P. G. STANLEY, F. M. ROBERTS.

ALABAMA

By W. Woodford

JUNIATA.—It will soon be three years since our school work started at this place. The work has been carried on quietly, yet earnestly; and in addition to their school and farm work, the teachers have done much work in relieving the needs of the poor. We have three buildings, including the schoolhouse. Last June we held a series of meetings, which lasted a month. At that time several decided to obey the Lord, and two of the students were baptized.

December 10 we concluded a two-weeks’ effort, having conducted thirty-five evening studies with the school and the public. Nine persons were baptized, and a church of twenty-seven members was organized, twenty-five being new converts to the faith. It was a blessed experience to all present to see what a great work the Lord is doing for this people. Lifelong habits were laid aside, the one desire being to please the Lord. May He keep these people in humbleness of mind.

At Fruithurst several have begun the observance of the Sabbath of the Lord, and are walking in the pathway of light. We hope soon to visit the place, and organize a company there.

Brethren, pray the Lord of the harvest to send forth more laborers. W. Woodford.

KANSAS

By R. M. Rockey

The twenty-sixth annual session of the Kansas Tract Society was held in connection with the Kansas Conference in Topeka, December 24-28. Three meetings were held. The auditor’s report of the treasurer’s books for twelve months, ending June 30, was as follows:—

RESOURCES

	Amount
Value of stock on hand	$1,733 48
Value of furniture and fixtures	474 35
Due from individuals	3,965 54
Due from local societies	991 47
Bills receivable (notes)	306 76
Cash on hand	495 33
Total	$7,966 93

LIABILITIES

	Amount
Due individuals and local societies	$292 00
Due publishing houses	921 92
Total	$1,213 92

	Amount
Net resources	6,753 01
Profits on merchandise	$1,479 39
Expense on Worker	$57 00
Depreciation on furniture and fixtures	39 22
Expense account	1,054 09
Postage	328 59
Accounts transferred to profit and loss	240 22
Total	$1,719 12
Loss for the year	239 73

C. T. CAVANESS, Auditor.

Our business during the last year amounted to much more than that of the preceding year, yet much of our work was without profit, considerable missionary work having been done. It will be noticed that our net loss for the year was practically the amount of the old accounts, which were charged to the “loss and gain” accounts.

Elder Westphal gave a brief statement showing the large amount of missionary work that has been done by the society during the year. We bought one hundred and forty dollars’ worth of Brother Haughey’s tract, “Christ’s Second Coming.” These were given to our canvassers and others for gratuitous distribution. The Independence number of the Signs of the Times was sent to all the editors in our State, which cost about twenty-eight dollars. Tracts were furnished for free distribution at the Wichita and other camp-meetings, as well as a large number of the Signs advertising the camp-meetings.

The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, Elder J. W. Westphal; Vice-President, Elder H. F. Ketring; Secretary and Treasurer, R. M. Rockey; State Agent, W. F. Surber. R. M. ROCKEY, Sec.

MICHIGAN

CADILLAC.—As a result of cottage meetings and Bible readings, a number have entered the service of the Lord. Wednesday evening, December 9, at the Baptist church, six persons were baptized.

I am now at Frankfort, assisting Elder Stureman in a short series of meetings. O. SOULE.

CLEAR WATER.—Last November I began a course of lectures in a schoolhouse at this place. From the first, the attendance and interest were good. Eight have begun the observance of the Sabbath, and are happy in the truth. Brother Hansen has been with me since the meeting at Petoskey, and has done excellent service. I now begin my work among the churches, but he will remain to develop the interest here.

Satan has been active, but his wrath has been made to praise the Lord. A First-day Adventist came here last Sunday to preach against the Sabbath. He, of course, in strong terms abolished the law. In the evening I reviewed him; and as we began to visit among the people the next day, we found that some who had been our enemies had become our friends. All the new Sabbath-keepers are firm in the truth. Our courage is good, and we praise the Lord for the success He has given us in this short time. B. F. STUREMAN.

WISCONSIN

By Jethro Kloss

CECIL.—My wife and I are in a German community, where the people are nearly all members of the Lutheran, Reformed Lutheran, or Catholic churches. In the first place, one minister strictly forbade me to visit any of his people. A little later another did the same thing, adding that he would counsel with the other ministers, and they would so warn the people that they would close their doors on us.

These methods proving unsuccessful, three ministers went to the town board to induce them to turn us out of the town hall, in which we hold meetings. However, the board would not be coerced, but said that they had given us the use of the hall, and would not take it away. This attempt failing, the parents were visited, and instructed not to send their children to the children's meeting, which we hold twice a week, as it would only confuse them. Many of the children still attend. The ministers follow us from house to house. They have taken the tracts from them, and induced them to promise not to attend our meetings. One man burned a copy of “Bible Readings.” Their helpers also visit those who have become interested in the truth.

Although some turn away, many still receive us gladly. Dusty Bibles are brought forth, and new ones purchased. There is quite a stir here, occasioned by the message. Satan does not grow tired nor discouraged. He tries plan after plan, old and new. I truly believe that if God's people would work with such determination to save souls as Satan does to destroy, much more would be accomplished. Let us work untiringly, for we are admonished “to preach the word of light to those whom we may judge to be as hopeless as though they were in their graves.” JETHRO KLOSS.

PUBLICATIONS WANTED

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

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

Miss E. L. Sanks, Florahome, Fla.

Elder L. A. Dow, Box 50, Rockville, Me.

Mrs. Elena F. Dobb, 715 N. Davis, Pensacola, Fla.

Mrs. C. W. Crowell, Box 62, Gravette, Ark., lives where people are traveling each way in covered wagons, and lodges many. She desires publications to supply these, and also to fill another reading rack in a depot, in addition to the one she already has.

BUSINESS NOTICE

Brief business notices and “wants” will be published in this department, subject to the discretion of the publishers. A charge of one dollar for one insertion of four lines or less, and of twenty-five cents for every line over four, 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 small Adventist family with team and tools (good worker) to farm on shares. Five miles from Sturgis, two miles from Burr Oak, Mich. Address Libbie Johnson, Athens, Mich.

“I am the resurrection and the life.”—Jesus

Obituaries.

“I am the resurrection and the life.”—Jesus

SMITH.—Fell asleep in Jesus, Dec. 19, 1900, Sister Sophia Smith. She was born in Tennessee about 1826, going to California in 1850. She united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Reno, Cal., about sixteen years ago, and continued in the faith until death. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, at Reno, Cal. H. F. COURTER.

EVERETT.—Died at Kilmarnock, Va., Nov. 10, 1900, of typhoid fever, our daughter, Ruth Constance, aged 1 year, 5 months, 10 days. She was an affectionate, kind, and obedient child. We have the blessed hope to sustain us that Jesus will soon come, when we shall meet to part no more. N. L. AND EVA EVERETT.

BOSLER.—Died Dec. 8, 1900, Eli Simmons Bosler, of cancer of the peritoneum. The entire wall of the abdominal cavity had become involved in the ravages of this fatal disease, yet until within about three weeks of his death he continued his manual work, that his family might have bread and a shelter. He died rejoicing in the message, accepted in his last illness. M. S. BABCOCK.

DODGE.—Died in Marlow, N. H., Nov. 9, 1900, Sister Lucy A. Dodge, aged 78 years, 11 months. She was converted in her youth, and united with the Congregational church in Stoddard, N. H. In 1854 she saw and accepted the Sabbath with other truths for this time, and soon united with the Seventh-day Adventist church in Washington, N. H., of which she was a valued member. MRS. S. P. MEAD.

ROBERTS.—Died at his home, near Spring Arbor, Mich., Dec. 2, 1900, of typhoid fever, Brother James C. Roberts, in the fifty-second year of his age. Brother Roberts was born in Spring Arbor Township, where the larger part of his life was spent. Funeral services were attended by a large number of sympathizing friends and relatives, to whom words of comfort were spoken by the writer. O. F. CAMPBELL.

LENNARD.—Died at Terra Ceia, Fla., Nov. 25, 1900, after five-days' illness with malignant erysipelas, Sister A. E. Lennard, aged 65 years, 1 month, and 24 days. She was a firm believer in the Third Angel's Message. She leaves a husband, two daughters, and several grandchildren. She was a faithful wife and mother. She was the light of her home. God only can comfort the bereaved family. G. W. NEWMAN.

PRICE.—Died at the home of his son, in Grand Rapids, Mich., Nov. 7, 1900, after four weeks of severe suffering from Bright's disease, T. J. Price, in the eighty-third year of his age. Brother Price was born in England, and when quite young had the pleasure of playing with Queen Victoria. He accepted present truth twenty-three years ago, and was strong in the faith and an ardent worker, canvassing for our books even in his eightieth year. J. J. NICHOLS.

COX.—Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. R. Springer, of Holly, Ore., Nov. 21, 1900, Maria A. Cox, aged 83 years, 3 months, 6 days. The deceased was born in New York, accepted the Third Angel's Message about 1860, came to California in 1882, and united with the Woodland church, where she has since held membership. She died in the triumphs of faith. Memorial services were held at Woodland, Dec. 23, 1900, by the writer. C. N. MARTIN.

MERRITT.—Alice Lenard Merritt, died Dec. 11, 1900, at the home of her son-in-law, Elder L. D. Santee, Princeville, Ill. Sister Merritt was almost ninety years old at the time of her death, having been born Aug. 3, 1811. At the age of twenty-four she married J. B. Merritt. After thirty-eight years of married life she was left a widow with eight children, six of whom survive her. The funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by the pastor of the Methodist church of Princeville. W. D. CURTIS.

CARPENTER.—Died in Monrovia, Cal., Nov. 20, 1900, Sister Josephine Carpenter, after a long and painful illness. She was born in Herkimer Co., N. Y., July 6, 1841. Sister Carpenter accepted the Third Angel's Message about two years ago, and stood firm for the truth till the last. She leaves a husband, son, and daughter, and a large number of friends. We feel assured we shall meet her in the resurrection of the just. Words of comfort were spoken by J. P. Stoops (Presbyterian) and the writer. R. W. MILLER.

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