p. 24 | Review and Herald, Vol. 87, No. 36. (9/8/1910)

Earlier text: Relation of Church and State

News and Miscellany

—A biplane carrying six men made a successful flight at Lille, France, on August 29.

—In Canton, China, the bubonic plague is still raging. Attempts to destroy the infested houses by fire have resulted in serious conflagrations, and have therefore been abandoned.

—During the week from July 24-30 there were 15,244 cases of cholera in Russia, especially in the southern mining districts, and 6,944 deaths. The scourge has also appeared in Berlin and in southwestern Italy. The authorities are taking every precaution to prevent a further spread of the disease.

—The longest telegraphic line, where instantaneous communication can be maintained, is the one connecting London, England, with Calcutta and Bombay, India, a distance of 5,342 miles. And by turning a switch in one of these cities of India, London can communicate directly with Rangoon, Burma, a distance of 7,970 miles.

—At a recent function in Philadelphia a society leader wore a $200,000 necklace of matched pearls, said to be the most beautiful ever seen in this country. Rumor that the pearls would be worn got abroad, and the other matrons brought their jewels from the safety-deposit vaults, where they are usually kept, to wear on the occasion. The value of the gems worn at the dance given is estimated at more than $50,000,000.

—It would seem as if the extravagance of ancient Rome and the wanton luxury of France before the Revolution were rapidly finding a parallel in the acts of the overrich in this age. This was illustrated once more by a prominent San Francisco lawyer and lumber merchant, who, on August 9, arrived in New York from Paris, with his wife and a prize bull-dog. Being informed that the dog could not be carried in the state-room engaged for the trip across the continent, but must be sent in the baggage-car or by express, the lawyer immediately ordered a private car, at an expense of $2,000. “What do I care for $2,000 when the comfort of this little beauty is concerned?” he said.

—A cake of ice at 32° F. is ordinarily considered to be a rather cold substance, but it is as much hotter than liquid air as the oven in which bread is baked is hotter than the ice. A teakettle partly filled with liquid air and placed on a cake of ice receives so much heat from the ice that the liquid air soon boils vigorously, and the boiling can be made more violent by adding a few lumps of ice. If the normal temperature of the earth were at the freezing-point of air, and we could obtain a block of ice such as is distributed by the iceman of to-day, such ice could be used as fuel, and would be put into the furnaces instead of coal.—Popular Mechanics.

—Hugo Lilienthal, a horticulturist of San Francisco, and president and organizer of the juvenile societies of the Bay cities for the promotion of home gardening, has announced the discovery of an edible fruit from the climbing rose. According to the horticulturist, who showed specimens of the fruit from the rose, he has been experimenting with the plant for several months, and by cross-grafting has succeeded in obtaining from it a delicious fruit. He says that the fruit ripens after the flower withers away, similar to the ordinary fruit blossom, and that the rose fruit, colored like the plum, is of economic value. The fruit, he says, is best adapted for dessert, as it has a fine flavor like the pineapple, but it may also be cooked like a vegetable.

—Unlike other navies, the British fleet has no fixed establishment. Its strength is based upon the interpretation by the government of the two-power standard; in other words, it is laid down that the fleet must be equal to the next two greatest naval powers, with a margin of ten per cent over for emergency. This standard applies only to battle-ships, and the admiralty has consistently held that in cruisers and torpedo craft, owing to the position held by the British merchant marine, the margin of safety must be even higher. It consequently follows that, as the strength of continental navies is augmented, so the pressure of public opinion upon the British government results in an expansion of the British naval forces.—A. C. Hurd, in Cassier’s Magazine.

—Committees of investigation are being appointed in various large cities to study the baffling new disease which has been called infantile paralysis, though it has been found to attack adults. The disease is seldom fatal, but is not the less to be feared, since it results in permanently crippling and deforming its victims. It is thought to be a germ disease, and to be both infectious and contagious. “It is one of the strange things about disease,” says the Washington Times, speaking on the subject of the new malady, “that as fast as science conquers one form of it, another comes along to take its place. Seemingly, infantile paralysis is a recent development. Yellow fever, smallpox, and some of the other ancient ills are rapidly yielding before the onslaughts of modern medicine and sanitation. But as they become less to be feared, there rise up such maladies as pellagra and infantile paralysis, and others that might be enumerated. It would seem that the ills that flesh is heir to change, but are not inclined to diminish, in spite of the advance in scientific knowledge.”

Southern Publishing Association

By R. Hook, Jr.

DURING the present year this office has sold 84,605 volumes of our books, among which were the following:— 4,949 “Thoughts on Daniel and the Revelation.” 9,964 “Bible Footlights.” 3,853 “Great Controversy.” 8,420 “Gospel Primer.” 2,954 “Coming King.” 14,628 “New Testament Primer.” 6,337 “Christ Our Saviour.” 6,528 “Past, Present, and Future.” 17,079 “Best Stories.”

The balance is made up of miscellaneous books. R. Hook, Jr., Manager.

Review and Herald Publishing Association

By N. Z. T.

THE following encouraging item is quoted from a personal letter received August 18 from Brother S. N. Curtiss, manager of the Review and Herald Office:—

“You will be interested to know that a change for the better has come in the Atlantic Union territory, and Brother Graham’s report of actual sales from his office during the month of July, in the Atlantic Union Conference, shows a gain of twenty-one per cent over July, 1909. Our net wholesale value of sales from this office during the month of July is the largest in the history of the Washington house; and the total sales at the retail value, from the main office and its two branches, for the first seven months of the year, were nearly seventeen thousand dollars in excess of the same period in 1909.” N. Z. T.

Camp-Meetings for 1910

ATLANTIC UNION CONFERENCE

Western New York, Rochester.... Sept. 9-

CANADIAN UNION CONFERENCE

Ontario.......................Sept. 8-18

CENTRAL UNION CONFERENCE

Western Colorado, Grand Junction, Sept. 15-26

COLUMBIA UNION CONFERENCE

Chesapeake, Chestertown, Md. ..........

.......................Sept. 22 to Oct. 2

LAKE UNION CONFERENCE

Northern Illinois, Princeton......Sept. 14-25

Southern Illinois, Shelbyville.....Sept. 8-18

PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE

California, Visalia (local), Sept. 29 to Oct. 9

Utah, Salt Lake City (conference only)

...............................Oct. 4-9

Arizona, Phoenix (conference only), Nov.

NORTH PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE

Oregon, Central Point........Sept. 16-26

SOUTHEASTERN UNION CONFERENCE

Florida, Leesburg...............Oct. 13-24

Florida (colored), Sanford,..Oct. 28 to Nov. 7

European Division

BRITISH UNION CONFERENCE

Wales..................Sept. 29 to Oct. 2

North England..................Oct. 6-9

The Church

By Allen Moon

Instruction Pertaining to the Duties and Responsibilities of Officers and Members

A Good Deacon

The term “deacon” comes from the word diakonos in the Greek, and means ministrant, or one who ministers.

The character and qualifications of the men to be chosen to serve as deacons are clearly outlined in the New Testament; but as to the duties of these officers, there is only a partial inference contained in a single passage.

It appears that the apostles, in the beginning, assumed the responsibility of the ministry both of the Word of God and the temporal things of the church. But they soon discovered that the two pertained to different classes of ministrants, and that they had failed because of the attempt to do double work. So we read that the Grecian Jews complained “because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.” Acts 6: 1. It was, therefore, to provide for proper ministration that the seven ministrants were appointed, or ordained, over the business of the church. Acts 6: 3.

Further than this, we are entirely dependent upon a knowledge of God’s plan of organization in the Hebrew church for information as to the duties of this office.

In the Hebrew church, all offerings to the cause of God, as well as the tithe, were regarded as sacred, and could be handled only by consecrated persons. Some of them were special tithe-gatherers. “And at that time were some appointed over the chambers for the treasures, for the offerings, for the first-fruits, and for the tithes, to gather into them out of the fields of the cities the portions of the law for the priests and Levites; for Judah rejoiced for the priests and for the Levites that waited.” Neh. 12:44.

The word “appoint” in this text is the same as that translated “ordain” in the New Testament. Those chosen were ordained because of their faithfulness: “And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren.” Neh. 13:13.

The above shows that they were not only tithe-gatherers, but they made distribution to their brethren, and were, therefore, ministers to their brethren in temporal things. In other words, they were deacons of the church.

The men were selected from among the Levites because of the sacredness of the office: “For these Levites, the four chief porters, were in their set office, and were over the chambers and treasuries of the house of God.” 1 Chron. 9:26.

The treasurers had charge of tithes as well as offerings: “And brought in the offerings and the tithes and the dedicated things faithfully; over which Cononiah the Levite was ruler, and Shimei his brother was the next.” 2 Chron. 31:12.

Many texts could be added to those given above, which go to show that the Levites, who represent the ministry, were divided into two classes,—the one serving at the tabernacle as priests, and the other serving wholly about material things.

There is not a word in the New Testament from which it can be inferred that deacons were to have to do with the vessels or elements of the sacrament, which now takes the place of the offerings in the sanctuary. Only by a study of the Jewish system can it be determined that the deacons had the care of the vessels and elements of the ministry.

“And the priest the son of Aaron shall be with the Levites, when the Levites take tithes: and the Levites shall bring up the tithe of the tithes unto the house of our God, to the chambers, into the treasure-house. For the children of Israel and the children of Levi shall bring the offering of the corn, of the new wine, and the oil, unto the chambers, where are the vessels of the sanctuary, and the priests that minister, and the porters, and the singers: and we will not forsake the house of our God.” Neh. 10: 38, 39.

This same class of ministrants are under consideration in many scriptures; as, for instance: “And they lodged round about the house of God, because the charge was upon them, and the opening thereof every morning pertained to them. And certain of them had the charge of the ministering vessels, that they should bring them in and out by tale. Some of them also were appointed to oversee the vessels, and all the instruments of the sanctuary, and the fine flour, and the wine, and the oil, and the frank-incense, and the spices.” 1 Chron. 9: 27-30.

From the foregoing we learn that the deacons of the church organized in the wilderness had charge of the tithe, both as collectors and distributors; of all offerings and consecrated things; of the sacred vessels of the ministry; and of the preparation of the elements used in the ministry by the priests. They were the custodians of all that pertained to the sacred service.

When the Christian church was organized, no special instruction was required. The apostles were all well informed on the subject; and when the necessity for such an office appeared, they followed the Word of God in the selection of these officers. So in the church of Christ there continued to be recognized the two classes of ministrants,—the one ministering in spiritual things, and the other in temporal things. As in the Jewish church, each was solemnly set apart for the work of his sacred office.

In dealing with this subject it is well to consider the reason for accepting both phases of the duties of the deacon’s office, as set forth in the Scriptures.

ALLEN MOON.

Northern Illinois Camp-Meeting

By Wm. COVERT

A CAMP-MEETING for the western part of the Northern Illinois Conference will be held on the fair-grounds, at Princeton, Ill., September 14-25. Princeton is 104 miles west of Chicago, and is on the main line of the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad. It is also reached by the Illinois Valley electric line running from Ottawa to Princeton. We are promised the help of Elders O. A. Olsen and E. W. Farnsworth at this meeting. Elder Allen Moon, president of the Lake Union Conference, and a number of the local conference laborers, will also be present. The

different departments of conference work will be represented by efficient help. Though this meeting is held for the special benefit of our people who live in the western part of the conference, a cordial invitation to attend is extended to all.

Good tents will be pitched on the grounds to rent, and we hope to have them all occupied. Those who come should bring plenty of wraps and bedding.

Wm. COVERT.

Seventh-day Adventist Association of Western Colorado

By W. F. KENNEDY

THE second annual meeting of the Seventh-day Adventist Association of Western Colorado will be held at Grand Junction, Colo., in connection with the camp-meeting, Sept. 15-26. The first meeting of the association will be at 9:15 A. M., Sept. 19, 1910. This meeting is called for the election of officers, and the transaction of any other business that may properly come before the association.

W. F. KENNEDY, President.

Chesapeake Conference

By Roscoe T. Baer

THE eleventh annual meeting of the Chesapeake Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will be held in connection with the camp-meeting at Chestertown, Md., Sept. 22 to Oct. 2, 1910. At this meeting, officers will be elected for the ensuing year, and such other business will be transacted as may pertain to the interests of the conference. Each church is entitled to one delegate, and an additional delegate for every ten members. Let the churches elect their delegates at once, and send a list of them to the conference secretary, Emma S. Newcomer, 2 Loudon Ave., Baltimore, Md. Every effort will be made to make this meeting a spiritual feast for all. Bring the children and youth, and come praying that the blessing of God may attend this important meeting. There will be a dining-tent on the grounds, and family tents may be rented at the usual prices.

ROSCOE T. BAER, President.

Teaching New Converts to Labor

“Just as soon as a church is organized, let the minister set the members at work. They will need to be taught how to labor successfully. Let the minister devote more of his time to teaching them than to preaching. Let him teach the people how to give to others the knowledge that they have received. While the new converts should be taught to ask counsel from those more experienced in the work, they should also be taught not to put the minister in the place of God. Christ is the one to whom we are to look for guidance.”

Business Notices

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No advertisements of “agents wanted,” and no “promotion” or “colonization” enterprises will be printed in this column. Brief business notices will be published subject to the discretion of the publishers, and on compliance with the following:—

Conditions

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We open no accounts for advertising, and cash must accompany each order.

A charge of one dollar will be made for each insertion of forty words or less. Each additional word, initial, or group of figures in excess of forty, will cost three cents.

No discount for several insertions.

WANTED.—Permanent houses for three motherless children,—boy of 8, boy of 4, and girl of 2. Are bright and healthy. For further particulars address Charles Zimmerman, R. F. D. 1, Hopewell, Bedford Co., Pa.

FOR SALE.—Sanitarium Cooking Oil, pure and healthful; no odor, keeps indefinitely; 5-gal. can, $4; 10-gal. can, $7.90; ½ bbl. (30 gal.), 73 cents a gal.; 1 bbl. (50 gal.), 72 cents a gal. Address Sanitarium Cooking Oil Co., Louisville, Ky.

FOR SALE.—Pure honey, 6½ and 7 cents a pound. Olives, small size but good, 55 cents a gallon in five-gallon cans. Olive-oil, $2.50 a gallon. Twelve acres near city and some land in a new settlement are also offered for sale. Address W. S. Ritchie, Corona, Cal.

CALIFORNIA DRIED FRUIT.—Excellent quality this year. Early varieties ready to ship now. Advantage of car-load freight rates to many points. Let us send you our Circular R right away. Address St. Helena Home Fruit Co., Sanitarium, Napa Co., Cal.

WANTED.—To correspond with Sabbath-keepers in healthful portion of South, near church-school, who can offer pleasant, hygienic accommodations at reasonable rates for two or three persons during the winter months. Address Box 712, Pittsburg, Pa.

BIBLE MOTTOES.—Size 12 x 16. 1,000,000 beauties. We expect to sell 500,000 this year. English, German, Danish, Swedish, and Spanish in stock. Price: 100, $5; 200, $9. Express prepaid. “Father” and “Mother” lead. Send stamp to Hampton Art Co., Hampton, Iowa.

FOR SALE.—New, inspiring Scripture postcards. Beautifully embossed. Lead everything in the market. 200 assorted, post-paid, 90c per 100. Send for sample (5 for 10c). Don’t delay to order, but write at once. Address the Waterbury Specialty Co., Brandon, Wis.

TO RENT.—For term of years, 160 acres good farm land, with house, small barn, well, and pasture; near town; rent in labor. Best references required. Would sell or exchange for property in British Columbia. Stock and household goods for sale. Hattie B. Walker, Mercer, N. D.

FOR SALE.—Fifty-two acres mountain fruit land, half mile from St. Helena Sanitarium, 5 miles from Pacific Union College, 3 miles from Southern Pacific station; 250 young fruit-trees; 3½ acres bearing vineyard (table varieties); 12 acres wood; 17 acres fit for plow. For price and further particulars address A. R. Keller, Sanitarium, Cal.

JUST PUBLISHED.—An interesting Bible study of 100 beautiful pictures containing many interesting questions and answers on Bible people and places. Packed in handsome box. Price, post-paid, 80 cents. Indispensable to parents and teachers. An excellent birthday or holiday gift. Substitutes games. Address Lemos Brothers, Oakland, Cal.

FOR SALE.—Desiring to engage in the Master’s work in other lands, we offer at public auction, Sept. 13, 1910, at 3 P. M., our modern cemented brick and stuccoed twelve-room house. Good furnace; water from tubular well; cement tank and tower; barn and out-buildings; 11 acres rich land—4 acres pasture, 7 acres excellent for market-gardening. Fine place for poultry. Value, $6,000. Send bids to Dr. C. F. Jenkins, College View, Neb.

Obituaries

By George W. Spies; C. A. Hansen; John Francis Olmsted; W. H. Heckman; C. E. Ford; F. J. Harris; Mrs. O. M. Hayward

Atkinson.—Died, of old age, Brother Robert Atkinson, aged eighty years and seven months. Although a great sufferer for some time, his trust and hope were bright. He was laid away, July 14, 1910, in the cemetery at Alloway, N. J., where he rests from his labors. The funeral service was conducted by the writer.

George W. Spies.

Chaffee.—Ida Adelia Chaffee was born Oct. 4, 1884, at Ventura, Mich., and died at Byron Center, Mich., Aug. 12, 1910, aged 25 years, 10 months, and 8 days. Several years ago she gave her heart to God, and was baptized about two years ago. Though at times a great sufferer, she was patient, happy, and cheerful. Her sweet disposition caused her to be loved by her associates and by all who knew her. We lay her away believing that she will have a part in the first resurrection.

C. A. Hansen.

French.—Olive Marie, only child of Raleigh and Flora French, of Columbus, Ohio, was born near Wapakoneta, Ohio, Aug. 10, 1908, and died in Grant Hospital, Columbus, Aug. 23, 1910, after a brief illness of three days, aged two years and thirteen days. The funeral service was conducted by the writer in the Walnut Grove Seventh-day Adventist church, where a large number of relatives and friends gathered to express their sympathy and sorrow in that desolate hour. Interment was made in St. Mary’s Cemetery, where this little one awaits the soon-coming Saviour.

John Francis Olmsted.

Schilling.—John D. Schilling was born in Germany, and died July 31, 1910, at the home of his daughter at Kreidersville, Pa., aged 69 years, 1 month, and 27 days. About twenty-three years ago Brother Schilling first heard the third angel’s message; but while he firmly believed it, and proclaimed it to those with whom he associated, it was not until five years ago, at the Lancaster camp-meeting, that he became fully affiliated with our people. At this camp-meeting his son, Elder J. H. Schilling, president of the West German Union Conference, had the pleasure of baptizing his father. Since then Brother Schilling has been a devoted Christian, with an earnest desire to be faithful to the end, and to have a part in the first resurrection. The funeral service, which was held at the home of his son, George Schilling, of Weaversville, Pa., was largely attended by friends and relatives. Six sons and one daughter are left to mourn.

W. H. Heckman.

Darrow.—Fell asleep at San Diego, Cal., July 22, 1910, Brother Albert H. Darrow, in the sixty-first year of his age. He was born in Waynesville, Ill., Aug. 9, 1849, and was married to Margaret B. Buck, June 17, 1874. He was converted and joined the Free Methodist Church at Big Grove, Ill., in 1879, and for a time preached for that denomination. After moving to Hartford, Kans., he began to investigate the truth, and accepted it in 1889. He worked for years in the message as a canvasser, a Bible worker, and as a writer for different periodicals. A wife, one son, four daughters, and two sisters are left to mourn.

C. E. Ford.

Wood.—Gustavus H. Wood was born at Bluehill, Maine, Feb. 7, 1840, and died at the Nashville (Tenn.) Sanitarium, Aug. 15, 1910. Brother Wood was a soldier in the Civil War. Soon after he was honorably discharged, he was converted, and became a faithful soldier for Jesus Christ. He first joined the Methodist Church, but in 1868 he heard the third angel’s message proclaimed, and joined the Seventh-day Adventist church at Rockford, Ill. Brother Wood was twice married, the first time to Martha J. McAffee, Aug. 15, 1869. Sister Wood died in 1874. His second companion was Hattie E. Cleaves, to whom he was married on March 3, 1880, and who died March 27, 1891. Brother Wood was always a lover of gospel songs, and during his last hours he prayed much and sang praises to God. The funeral service was held at Roscoe, Ill., the writer dwelling upon the words of Paul in 2 Tim. 4:7, 8, after which the deceased was laid to rest in the Roscoe Cemetery, near his father, mother, and other relatives.

F. J. Harris.

Read.—The many friends of Mrs. A. J. Read, of Battle Creek, Mich., were shocked to hear of her death, Aug. 13, 1910. She had been in usual health until her last illness, which originated in an accident while extinguishing the flames from an exploded gasoline stove. She realized that her side was injured, but was too busy and self-forgetful to be deeply concerned, or to give it due attention, until stricken down a few days before her death. All that love and skill could offer was freely given, but in vain. Mrs. Read (née Ella V. Butler) was born at Gilboa, Ohio, April 13, 1856, and was the daughter of T. J. and Luvina Butler. During her early childhood her parents united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and her life was always closely identified with the same, and her energy and talents freely given to the promulgation of its principles. Her parents moved to Missouri during her girlhood, where she took a course in the Kirksville Normal School, after which she took up teaching as a profession, later going to Texas, where she was graduated from Hill’s Business College at Waco. She then accepted a position on the faculty of Union College, at Lincoln, Neb., where she rendered efficient service at the head of the business department for several years. Later she left the schoolroom, where twenty-one years of her active life had been spent, and entered the missionary nurses’ training-class at the Battle Creek Sanitarium. While engaged as a school-of-health worker, her acquaintance with Dr. A. J. Read was renewed, and, laying aside some of her public activities, she assumed the duties of wife and mother, giving to the little stepson the tender, thoughtful care of an own mother. She united with her husband in the establishment of a sanitarium in Philadelphia, Pa., and when Dr. Read returned to his office in the Battle Creek Sanitarium, she was happy in the thought of working out her ideal in a quiet home. She leaves a husband, a son, a sister, and two brothers to mourn the loss of her loving companionship and sympathetic counsel. The funeral services were conducted by Elder W. E. Videto in the Tabernacle at Battle Creek, on August 18, the text being Ps. 4:8: “I will both lay me down in peace and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.” These words were the last spoken by the deceased, and are typical of her resignation and trust.

Mrs. O. M. Hayward.

Publications Wanted

THE following-named persons desire late, clean copies of our publications, sent post-paid:—

Mrs. N. S. Sawers, Wilton, Ark.

Lizzie Symons, R. F. D. 1, Sterling, Mich.

James M. Johnston, Hickory, N. C., late publications, tracts, and leaflets.

F. M. Wilcox Attends Camp-Meeting

LAST week Elder F. M. Wilcox left Washington to attend the Western New York camp-meeting.

Washington Sanitarium Training School Commencement

The Washington Sanitarium Training School has just held its commencement exercises for the class of 1910. The baccalaureate sermon was preached by Dr. D. H. Kress on Sabbath, September 3, and on Monday evening, at the close of an interesting program, diplomas were presented to sixteen graduate nurses. These are all strong young people, devoted to the work. A number are already under appointment to home and foreign service. Conferences able to utilize the services of missionary nurses should make inquiry of our sanitariums as the young people finish these practical courses of study and training.

The Keeper of the Vineyard

THE Lord himself is the keeper of the vineyard of his cause and people. “Sing ye unto it,” he says. “I Jehovah am its keeper; I will water it every moment: lest any hurt it, I will keep it night and day.” Isa. 27:2, A. R. V.

Student Canvassers Earn Scholarships

SCORES of student canvassers have been in the field this summer, and so far as reports have come in, there is not one of them who will have failed to earn a scholarship before the beginning of school. Nearly all have their scholarships already earned, and some have earned two or three. The sale of our subscription books by students is one of the surest methods of gaining scholarships. This plan has proved a great blessing to hundreds of our young people, and will be a blessing to hundreds more in the future.

City Mission Training-School Opens

The Greater New York Conference is just opening its city mission training-school for workers in various foreign languages. It is a part of the effort for the great foreign populations of New York and other cities as well.

Expanding the Publications Work

Good reports are coming from our camp-meetings. The circulation of our publications has been considered at these meetings, and in many places from two to three public services were devoted to this branch of the work. A goodly number volunteered to enter the work to sell our subscription books. There is still room for scores of others. The coming fall should see many of our people actively engaged in this work, who are now in other business. “There should be twenty canvassers in the field where now there is one.” It is high time for God’s people to awake out of sleep; “for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed.” The time has come when this world is to be lightened with the glory of the third angel’s message; and to a large extent this work is to be done through the influence of our publications. We should hasten to take up this work earnestly and without delay.

Elder Spicer Returns from Europe

AFTER an absence of about four months in Europe, Elder W. A. Spicer returned to the General Conference Office last week. He reports good meetings to the last, in Europe, and a most encouraging outlook in that vast field.

Reinforcements for the Cuban Field

WE are glad that the needy Cuban field is receiving re-enforcements. Last month I. P. Dillon, of the Arizona Conference, sailed from New Orleans, with his family, to engage in evangelistic work in Cuba. By the same boat Brother Harry Bond, also of Arizona, sailed for Cuba as a book canvasser.

A Word From the Treasury

By W. T. Knox

THE supplying of necessary funds to our brethren in foreign fields during the past summer has not been without its perplexities, the receipts of the treasury being very light in comparison with the demands. Some fields have been at times supplied with less than their appropriation called for. Some months we have been obliged to be a little late in remitting, but always somehow the Lord has provided, and our good brethren at the front have been patient in it all. We hope now that the worst is over, and that in a few days the treasury will begin to feel the effects from the liberality of our brethren as manifested in their midsummer offerings and in the donations at the camp-meetings. From almost all the camp-meetings good reports have come of blessings enjoyed and offerings made. If the conference treasurers can hurry on their remittances this month, it will be a great help to the Treasury Department.

W. T. KNOX.

Always Carry Literature

ONE of our workers in the British field gives the following good instruction: “Always have some literature in your pocket ready to hand to any one with whom you may be brought in contact. Few can stop and take time to talk over some point of truth, but a tract or paper can be quickly handed to one who crosses our path for a moment; and if given in the right spirit, it may accomplish as much as, or more than, an hour’s conversation. We are to be ready unto every good work, and watch for opportunities.”

A Day of Fasting and Prayer

Again we call attention to the appointment of Sabbath, September 17, as a day of fasting and prayer that the Lord may give special help and blessing in the revival of his people, in view of the need of a stronger work in every conference in carrying the message to unworked portions of the field, especially in the great cities. There is promise of special help as united prayer goes up to God.

Mission School Work in Tonga

OUR Australasian union paper reports the sailing, in July, of Miss Eva Edwards, of the Avondale school, for Tonga, South Pacific Islands, to take charge of the Nukualofa mission school, relieving Miss Nellie Sisley, who is returning to America for a change of climate.

Chinese Brethren Save Mission Property

By Editor

In the report of his visit to riot-swept Chang-sha, given in this issue, Brother C. Sparks tells how the Chinese brethren worked to save the mission property “to the neglect and loss of their own.” Dearer than any personal interest were the interests of the cause of God. That is the mark of a genuine devotion and loyalty to God. On that same principle may we all work,—the cause of God first, every personal consideration secondary.

Elder Thompson Arrives in Honolulu

Word from Elder G. B. Thompson, en route for Australia, reports his arrival in Honolulu, Friday, August 19, the boat remaining in harbor long enough to give him the privilege of holding a Friday evening meeting with the believers in that city.