1. How many books should an agent canvass for at one time?
Only one large book; and if helps are used, only one, or two at the most, should be sold at one time. A mistaken idea concerning this fundamental principle of our book business has done as much, perhaps, to break down the book department in the United States as any other evil. A few men may have been able to do successful work while handling several books, and from this fact the idea has been obtained that the prospects for success are better with several books than with one. This is not true, and it does not prove to be true in one case out of twenty. Even the few men who are successful when handling several books do better when they drop all but one, and concentrate their attention upon that one book. The writer has persuaded many such men to reverse their policy, and take one book only. In every case it has resulted in increasing their record.
But thus far in reply to this question we have referred only to the agent's personal success. From the standpoint of spreading the truth of the third angel's message it is decidedly wrong to handle several books at once. We invite your attention to a careful study of the following proposition and problem:—
All our agents will admit that our primary object is to place in the homes of the people the largest number possible of each of our important books. Take, for example, “Home Hand-Book,” and “Bible Readings,” and “Great Controversy,” and suppose an agent works three months, handling the three books at one time. We will suppose that during that time he sells two hundred books. The result is that only two hundred books are sold in that district for these three important works. Now suppose that he had worked that same territory three months with “Home Hand-Book,” and had taken orders for 150 copies; one year later he works the same territory again for “Bible Readings,” and sells 250 copies, and the next year he sells in the same district 200 copies of “Great Controversy.” The result is a sale of 600 copies of the three books in that territory. Even if the agent prospered when canvassing for the three books at one time, it is evidently a bad policy, from the standpoint of spreading the truth, for him to sell more than one book at a time in any district.
The only exception which we are willing to make to this rule is in back country and cattle ranches. In such places where the dwelling houses are from five to twenty miles apart, the people seldom receive calls from agents, and will often buy two or three books at one time. This is not the case in ordinary, well-settled territory, although several books may be sold in one house occasionally.
2. Should an agent under any circumstances be allowed to take orders for a book he is not canvassing for?
Yes. No rule should be laid down so rigid as to prevent an agent from supplying a book which is inquired for by the people, no matter whether that book has been sold in the district before or not. Through relatives or friends people often hear about a book, and perhaps for years wish to obtain it; and when an agent shows his book, the people will sometimes say, “I do not know that I care for this book, but for several years I have been looking for ‘Thoughts on Daniel and the Revelation.’ Do you know where I can get it?” The agent should certainly seize every opportunity of this kind to place a book wherever it is wanted. But permission to supply books under such conditions should not be construed as a license to the agent for him to solicit orders for any other than the one book he is selling.
3. Is it proper for ministers and Bible workers to sell our large subscription books?
Certainly, it is highly proper for them to sell any book published by the denomination in any place where they may be preaching or holding Bible readings, whether that territory has been canvassed previously or not. And such workers should receive the books at the usual discount to agents. We want every minister and Bible worker to be a first-class book agent. It is a mistaken idea that the sale of a few books in any district by a gospel worker will prove a detriment to the work of a canvasser when he goes over the district.
NOTE TO THE READER.—We will be pleased to receive further questions on this same topic, or upon any other topics which have been discussed in this department. Suggestions and experiences from our old agents will always be thankfully received. Let us do all we can to assist one another in building up the sound basis upon which our book business once flourished.
E. R. PALMER.
F. JENCKS
By F. JENCKS
Nebraska
On the invitation of the general canvassing agent of the Central Union Conference, I present the report of the canvassing work in this State for the Publishers’ department of the REVIEW.
The season is opening up favorably in Nebraska this year. We are having plenty of rain, and growing crops of all kinds look well. Our few faithful canvassers are doing well, though some of them have had quite a hard time to get started. We had an average of about fifteen canvassers during the month of April. Their orders and helps amounted to a little over nine hundred dollars. We have had an average of nineteen canvassers during May, and their orders and sales reached nearly two thousand dollars. So we thank God and take courage. We have one canvasser selling “The Desire of Ages;” two, “Great Controversy;” four, “Daniel and the Revelation;” three, “Home on Hand-Book;” seven, “The Marvel of Nations;” two, “Heralds of the Morning.”
Our faithful Wyoming colporteurs, Brethren Cook and Beams, have just started on their third season’s work in that part of the field.
We greatly feel the need of more agents to work with “The Desire of Ages,” as two of our canvassers who had done well with that book have been deported to labor in foreign fields, and one is at present employed by the conference in the work with “Christ’s Object Lessons.”
We could also employ fifty or seventy-five more agents for “Home Hand-Book,” as our good territory for that book is only limited by our conference lines, and the agents we have are doing well. We would also be glad if a large number of our brethren and sisters who could realize the importance of it, would engage in canvassing for “Patriarchs and Prophets.” But few copies of this excellent book have been sold in our conference, and now is an opportune time to sell it.
We have hoped that the campaign with “Christ’s Object Lessons” which is now being vigorously carried on by our conference laborers and many of our people throughout the conference, may result in creating an interest in, and a love for, the canvassing work, so that our force of canvassers may be greatly increased. To this end we ask that all our people everywhere pray for the canvassers and the canvassing work. And if any feel impressed by the Spirit of the Lord to join us, we trust that they will not quench the Spirit, but, as did the prophet of old, immediately respond, “Here am I; send me.”
F. JENCKS
C. B. JENSEN
By C. B. Jensen
Norway
The canvassing work has of late progressed rather slowly in this conference. This, I believe, is due to several causes. First, the great financial depression that has caused a stagnation in all lines of business, and consequently a scarcity of money among the people; second, the limited number of books for which our territory has not already been canvassed. Nearly the whole country has been worked with such books as “Great Controversy,” “Bible Readings,” “Thoughts on Daniel and the Revelation,” “Life of Christ,” etc. The only book we have at present is “The Coming King,” for which nearly all our canvassers are working.
Several weeks ago the Christiania church united in a season of prayer in behalf of the canvassers, that God would work on the people in their behalf, and that the angels would go with them, and open the way for them so they might have success in selling the books that contain God’s everlasting gospel.
The seed sown here by the canvassers is springing up and bearing fruit. Here and there we hear of persons becoming interested in the truth through reading the books sold them by the canvassers. But we lack men and means to fill all these openings. We are doing our best, however, to meet these calls. Our trust is in the Lord.
C. B. JENSEN
The Business Classes Neglected
By F. L. Limerick
THERE is a class of people among us that we have neglected. I speak of the business men. A great many will say, “Well, there is no use. They are prejudiced against us.” But I do not believe it. It is just the other way, we are prejudiced against them.
One of our canvassers, a farmer, who was canvassing in the country last summer, came into a town one day, and seeing a banker leaving his bank, he decided to canvass him. So he presented his prospectus, and said: “Sir, I have something here that will interest you, and if you will kindly spare me a moment, I will exhibit to you some of the most important points in this wonderful book.” The banker took a good, straight look at the canvasser, and saw a pleasant face, and honest eyes looking at him. He then looked down to see what he had. It was “Heralds of the Morning,” and as the canvasser turned rapidly from page to page, calling his attention to the signs of our dear Lord’s return, the banker was spellbound, and being weary, he gradually sank to the doorstep, and said, “Let me see it. I want one.” It seemed refreshing to his tired brain. It was like a spring in a desert to him, and he received it gladly.
While I know all business men are not like this one, a great many are, and the day will soon come when we shall have to give an account for the way we have slighted this class of people.
F. L. LIMERICK.
C. E. CARLSON
By C. E. Carlson
Manitoba
I WILL take the liberty of writing you after a long interval. Somehow a canvasser does not have much time to write. After having spent three seasons canvassing in Minnesota, I came to Manitoba30last April, to help in sowing the precious seeds of truth. Last week I was out canvassing, and had varied experiences,—Monday, no orders; Tuesday, two; Wednesday, ten; and Thursday and Friday no order for the big book, “Great Controversy,” but sold small books and took orders to the value of $35.30. In some localities in this country it is a long distance between settlers, and as I am canvassing on foot, it is quite tiresome sometimes.
C. E. CARLSON
Encouraging
By S. M. Cobb
CANVASSERS, listen! A year ago Sister Marie Sohner went to Grafton, England, to do Bible work and sell books. The Bible work seemed a failure, but she sold some books, and after what we feared was an almost fruitless effort, we called her from that field. But it was not a lost effort. Eight are now rejoicing in the truth in that place, as a direct result from reading. Brother Lair is now there, preaching the truth to them and to others who wish to hear. I called to see some of them, while waiting for my train, and I have seldom found souls more firmly grounded in the truth.
I praise the Lord for the power of his word, and that it will accomplish that which he pleases, and prosper in the thing whereunto he sends it.
Canvassers, take courage, and scatter the printed page containing the message of truth.—S. M. Cobb, in West Virginia Monitor.
Accuracy in Reporting
By J. B. Blosser
Of Daniel it was said by the “presidents and princes” who sought to find fault with him, “We shall not find any occasion against this Daniel;” “forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him.” This reveals to us that Daniel was a man who had learned to be accurate in his business affairs. No doubt this is written “for our admonition” who have business to do for the Lord, or even for an earthly government, as was his.
Now, can we canvassers learn a lesson from this concerning the weekly reports of our work? I believe we can. The data called for in the blanks are all necessary for the proper carrying on of the work of publishing and handling the books; so, if the canvasser cannot see the necessity of filling in all the items, he should remember that his fellow laborer can. No item should be left out that is called for, that it may be said of you, “We shall not find any occasion against this canvasser.”
J. B. Blosser.
Iowa Canvassing Work
By C. W. Hardesty
Iowa
I AM glad to be able to report that the outlook for the canvassing work in Iowa this year is good. Most of the canvassers are doing well in taking orders, and the deliveries average from ninety-five to one hundred per cent of the orders taken. Several have joined our corps of workers, and others will enter the work soon. “If our people would minister to other souls who need their help, they would themselves be ministered unto by the Chief Shepherd, and thousands would be rejoicing in the fold who are now wandering in the desert. . . . Let every soul go to work to seek and to save the lost.”—Review and Herald, June 25, 1895. The Lord would have us advancing like an “army of well-drilled soldiers,” and he is now calling for volunteers. Those who are engaged in the sale of “Christ’s Object Lessons” are gaining an experience that will qualify them for further usefulness in our book work. This will rally workers who possess the true missionary spirit.
C. W. HARDESTY,
Iowa State Agent.
Notes from the Central Union Conference
By O. E. Cummings
“THE motto of every missionary should be, ‘Devoted for life.’”
Brethren Owen and Allen, of Union College, have recently joined Colorado’s corps of canvassers. These brethren are successful workers for “The Desire of Ages” and “Home Hand Book.”
Brother Jencks reports that Nebraska’s book sales for May reached two thousand dollars, exclusive of “Christ’s Object Lessons.” This has been accomplished not by numbers, but by the blessing of God upon faithfulness and devotion.
“Prayer and pains through faith in Christ Jesus will do anything.”
Sister Ida Sutton, of Union College, and Mamie Jones, of Omaha, are pleasantly located in Glenwood, Iowa. They are canvassing for “The Coming King.” This is their first experience as canvassers.
Brother Surber secured seven canvassers for Kansas at the close of Union College. We look for encouraging reports from that State.
Brother C. W. Hardesty, recently transferred from Arkansas to Iowa, finds plenty of hard work in advancing canvassing interests in his new territory.
Eleven canvassers have recently begun the work in Iowa. Nearly all are from Union College.
O. E. CUMMINGS,
Gen. Agt. Central Union Conference.
A Word to Our Canvassers
By Mrs. Andrew Cobb
I AM a canvasser, and have worked for our books whenever home duties would permit. The more I sell our books, the more I see God's hand in the work. "Bible Readings" cannot be overestimated. It will bring people to the truth. Those who study it will come to the light some day. The people are hungry for the truth. Praise God for the joy of the canvassers,—joy of seeing souls saved through our efforts. Is it not inspiring to see souls come to a full knowledge of the truth through reading? As we see the people grow into the light, we can pray for them, and see our prayers answered. May many come into the joys of our God. MRS. ANDREW COBB.
Our Opportunity
By George W. Spies
The Lord has intrusted us with a great work. “The Lord has a special message for us to bear to the world.” “Our message is to go forth in power to all parts of the world, . . . to all nations, tongues, and peoples. Many countries are waiting for the advanced light the Lord has for them.” “The whole world is God’s great vineyard. The cities and villages constitute a part of that vineyard. These must be worked and not passed by.” “Centers should be made in all the cities.” “Every town or village on the railway is to have the message the Lord has given us.” “No district is to be neglected. Any region that is left in darkness testifies to our unfaithfulness.” “All must be willing now to take their place in the vineyard, and cultivate every neglected corner.” “Not one soul is to be left in darkness.” Carry the Word of God to every man’s door, urge its plain statements upon every man’s conscience.”
Surely this is a great work, and one in which the canvasser is to act an important part. And yet we have done so little! “We are years behind.” In 1881 we were told that we were not doing one-twentieth part of what God requires of us. In 1896 we were told that not one one-hundredth part has been done or is being done by members of the churches that God requires of them. In 1901 we were told that “scarcely a thousandth part of the work is being done that ought to be done in missionary fields.” Notwithstanding all this, the Lord tells us that there shall be delay no longer. May he help us redeem the time; for the days are evil, and now, just now, is our great opportunity. We should be recruiting our workers, and organizing for thorough and systematic work.
We who have such a glorious truth should strive most earnestly to carry “to every man’s door” the “most powerful, convincing, telling literature” that our publishing houses can produce. May the Lord help us to do so.
GEO. W. SPIES.
New York
By G. S. Honeywell
NEWBURGH.—Thirty-two years ago I first saw the light of present truth. Since that time I have made it the chief purpose of my life to get this precious light before others. My first efforts were in canvassing for health literature, of which the amount was very limited, the Health Reformer, now the Good Health, being the principal publication. Tracts bearing on religious topics were also used freely, and the blessing of the Lord rested upon the work. As a result, souls were converted to our message.
At that time we did not have our present excellent system of support for canvassers, and I was obliged to engage in other business to support my evangelical efforts. Had the leadings of the Spirit of God been followed, those influences which prevented me from devoting all my time to the spread of the gospel would have been shunned. However, for the last eighteen years my time has been given almost wholly to this work. The canvasser, the colporteur, the Bible worker, and the medical missionary are combined in one. Though no rule can be laid down to regulate every case, yet in my experience I have not been able to neglect any of these lines of work. Our Saviour's words were, “Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.” If we make God's glory our all-absorbing motive, the Spirit of God will be ours to lead us aright.
Newburgh, N. Y., was, until recently, my home. This city of twenty-five thousand inhabitants is situated on the Hudson River, fifty-five miles from New York City. No section of the United States is cursed with dead formalism more than the Hudson River Valley. Newburgh was once stirred by the truth to its foundations, but at a critical time the work was left, and the cause consequently suffered.
Other efforts have since been attempted, but without the success that has attended the sale of the Signs of the Times and our smaller books and tracts. An agency, which might be termed the “pulpit of the press,” and which has been very efficient, is the use of the columns of the daily papers, presenting topical articles on present truth. The results of this means of proclaiming our message cannot be too highly estimated. I have also prepared papers covering important Bible subjects, and, securing the attention of ministers and prominent men, read the discussions for their severest criticisms. I fortify my position so strongly with the Word of God that the truth is apparent, and the listeners move with thoughtful discretion.
The advantage of this kind of work is that those who hear the arguments presented are found in a passive state of mind. Questions are easily called out which can be answered from a Biblical standpoint, an effective blow at popular errors being struck. One paper, “Who Was Cain's Wife? or The Book of Genesis under X-Rays,” was kindly received, although there were discussed many of the popular errors in the subjects of the birthright and blessing of the firstborn son, the priesthood of Christ, God's supreme, universal, and perpetual right to the rulership of men in religious matters, and his disapproval of the infringements of religious liberty. Business men, lawyers, editors, and members of the wealthier class have been reached by personal effort, placing in their hands The Sentinel of Christian Liberty, with marked articles on some vital question. Through this agency they become acquainted with the truth in as brief and pointed a manner as possible.
Many are favorably impressed with the truth. Some have been converted, and have become intelligent, liberal, active Seventh-day Adventists. In cases where mothers and wives first receive the truth, they are instructed to use every lawful means to make their home pleasant for the remainder of the family. Here religion begins and prevails.
In the REVIEW of July 21, 1896, is a statement which should arouse every Adventist to activity in some branch of the Lord's work: “Every truly converted soul will be intensely desirous to bring others from the darkness of error into the marvelous light of the righteousness of Jesus Christ. The great outpouring of the Spirit of God, which lightens the whole earth with his glory, will not come until we have an enlightened people, who know by experience what it means to be laborers together with God. When we have entire, whole-hearted consecration to the service of Christ, God will recognize the fact by an outpouring of his Spirit without measure; but this will not be while the largest portion of the church are not laborers together with God.” The Lord designed to lead thousands of our people into this experience through the sale of “Christ's Object Lessons.” Are we, like the disciples31on the day of Pentecost, “with one accord”? Are we waiting for “the promise of the Father” in God's appointed way? G. S. HONEYWELL.
The Atlantic Union Conference
By E. E. Miles
In recounting matters of any considerable moment in connection with the canvassing work during the past two months, we have to make mention of institutes at South Lancaster Academy, and in Vermont, New York, and Pennsylvania, from each of which some good workers have gone forth.
Brother H. C. Wilcox, the New England Conference agent, joined with Brother Painter in the institute recently held at Johnstown, Pa., and especially led out in the canvass for “The Desire of Ages,” he having had an extended and successful experience with that book. Several prepared to sell it; and others qualified on “Patriarchs and Prophets,” “Great Controversy,” and other large books. Pennsylvania brethren are now selling a good variety of books, and their success seems assured, as they combined study and practice at the institute, spending a considerable portion of the time in actual canvassing. They sold several hundred dollars’ worth of books during the institute, and are enthusiastic in their praise of this practical manner of conducting a canvassers’ school.
At their recent conference and camp meeting, the work with our publications received due attention, and many encouraging things were said and done. About eighteen of their experienced canvassers were given credentials as canvassing missionary evangelists. The names of several others were referred to the conference committee for license some time during the year, in case they engage in the work in a permanent manner. Some who are just starting in the service will not be expected to receive credentials before another year, it being designed that only tried workers be distinguished in this way. The dignity and sacred importance of the canvassers’ calling will thus be made more prominent, and it is believed that good results will follow,—a better grade of work, a more constant and devoted service, etc.
A company of canvassers under the leadership of Brother J. M. Calvert will operate in Greater New York, in that section known as the Bronx, this summer.
We need more good, substantial, all-the-year-round canvassers in every conference in this union.
E. E. Miles,
Publishing Agent.
"I am the resurrection and the life."—Jesus
Obituaries
"I am the resurrection and the life."—Jesus
WILSON.—Died at Wichita, Kan., June 8, 1902, of chronic indigestion and intestinal catarrh, Paul, son of J. W. Wilson, aged 20 months, 10 days. Comforting words were spoken from Jer. 31:16, 17, by the writer. E. A. MOREY.
HOLBROOK.—Died near Kelso, Wash., June 9, 1902, Charles Herbert, infant son of Eli and Alice Holbrook, aged 2 months and 7 days. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder Rowse (Christian), from 2 Kings 4: 18-37. ALBERT BECK.
KAEGY.—Lizzie Kaegy, of Coshocton, Ohio, was born May 22, 1872, and died June 1, 1902, of typhoid fever, aged 30 years and 10 days. She leaves five brothers and five sisters. She was always kind and thoughtful. We believe she has fallen asleep in Jesus to rise when the Life giver comes. B. L. HOUSE.
JOHNSON.—Died at Pearland, Tex., April 7, 1902, of abscess of the liver, Peter Johnson, son of Marie and David Johnson, aged 36 years. He was early taught the truths of the third angel's message. He leaves a wife and seven children, besides other relatives. Words of comfort were spoken by J. N. Sommerville. JESSIE R. HUNTER.
CADY.—Betsey E. Cady died March 21, 1902, aged 89 years, 11 months, 18 days. Grandma Cady began the observance of the Sabbath about forty-five years ago, and united with the Poy Sippi church. Her hope was bright. She called her friends and relatives to her bedside, and admonished them to be faithful to the Lord. Services were conducted by the writer. H. W. REED.
NOTICES AND APPOINTMENTS
By Frederick Griggs
South Lancaster Academy
THE Twenty-first Annual Announcement of South Lancaster Academy is now ready for distribution. These may be had at any of the camp meetings in the Atlantic Union Conference. We would be glad to have a copy of this announcement placed in every Seventh-day Adventist home in the Atlantic Union Conference. In the conferences where no camp meetings are to be held, effort will be made to get a supply to each church. They may also be had by addressing the conference tract society secretary, or the undersigned at South Lancaster, Mass. In either case three cents may be inclosed for postage.
With the announcement we are sending out a “Sunset Calendar.” We trust that our people all over the Atlantic Union Conference will grant us the favor of allowing this calendar to speak for us in their homes. In return, we believe that it will be of service to them. Let us hear from each one.
FREDERICK GRIGGS.
Summary of the Canvassing Work Reported Since Our Last Issue
ATLANTIC UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
New York
$651.65
$178.00
Vermont
32.25
139.75
New Jersey
309.95
41.25
Maine
95.00
25.00
New England
328.10
229.00
Chesapeake
243.40
32.00
a Pennsylvania
1,128.25
374.85
Virginia
West Virginia
Total
2,788.60
1,020.75
SOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
a Georgia
$1,202.87
$154.00
Tennessee River
809.50
375.80
Alabama
351.00
85.50
Florida
88.00
38.75
Mississippi
178.60
57.55
Cumberland
183.10
120.76
Carolinas
17.00
13.00
Louisiana
153.85
85.10
Total
3,083.92
931.36
LAKE UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
a Michigan
$912.26
a Ohio
851.60
$239.55
a Indiana
620.29
333.85
a Illinois
601.33
107.65
a Wisconsin
994.50
Total
3,979.98
680.25
NORTHWESTERN UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
a Minnesota
$2,782.32
b South Dakota
2,126.41
$82.75
North Dakota
Manitoba
373.80
Total
5,282.53
82.75
SOUTHWESTERN UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
Arkansas
$1,201.00
$219.75
Oklahoma
472.55
11.75
Texas
730.95
27.00
Total
2,354.50
258.50
PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
California
Montana
Upper Columbia
North Pacific
Alaska
Hawaiian Islands
CENTRAL UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
Colorado
$397.10
$232.00
a Iowa
1,622.82
178.25
Kansas
1,564.60
477.65
Missouri
729.55
47.50
a Nebraska
2,514.51
Total
6,828.58
935.40
CANADIAN UNION CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
a Ontario
$625.02
$706.95
Maritime
503.50
151.00
Quebec
Newfoundland
Total
1,128.52
857.95
EUROPEAN GENERAL CONFERENCE
VALUE
DELIVERIES
Norway
b Finland
$333.72
$316.74
Great Britain
d Denmark
634.49
335.56
b Germany
1,345.00
1,800.00
Central European
340.00
Sweden
1,196.75
1,130.16
Total
3,849.96
3,582.46
AFRICA
VALUE
DELIVERIES
c South Africa
$2,850.50
$2,182.02
AUSTRALIA
VALUE
DELIVERIES
Australia
$6,845.00
MISCELLANEOUS
VALUE
DELIVERIES
Jamaica
Bahama
Brazil
b Trinidad
$110.50
$402.00
Total
110.50
402.00
SUMMARY
VALUE
DELIVERIES
A. U. C.
$2,788.60
$1,020.75
S. U. C.
3,083.92
931.36
L. U. C.
3,979.98
680.25
N. W. U. C.
5,282.53
82.75
S. W. U. C.
2,354.50
258.50
P. U. C.
C. U. C.
6,828.58
935.40
Canadian U. C.
1,128.52
857.95
G. E. C.
3,849.96
3,582.46
S. A. C.
2,850.50
2,182.02
A. U. C.
6,845.00
Miscellaneous
110.50
402.00
Total
39,102.59
10,933.44
GEO. A. IRWIN
By George A. Irwin
Addresses
The address of O. S. Hadley and Ida V. Hadley is 162 Mozart St., N. Chicago, Ill.
The office of the Union Conference of Australasia has been removed from 25 Sloane St., Summer Hill, to 56 George St., West, Sydney, N. S. W., Australia. All communications formerly addressed to Summer Hill should now be sent to the George Street address.
GEO. A. IRWIN
MICHIGAN CENTRAL
“The Niagara Falls Route.”
Corrected Nov. 3, 1901.
EAST
Station
8
Night Express
12
Detroit Accom.
6
Mail & Express
10
N. Y. & Bos. Exp.
14
Fast Express
4
N. Y. & Bos. Exp.
8
Buffalo Express
Chicago
8.25
11.25
8.43
am 10.10
5.85
5.85
4.00
Michigan City
11.25
—
8.45
1.00
6.35
7.00
4.00
Niles
4.10
10.10
12.10
2.05
6.55
7.55
5.00
Kalamazoo
2.10
7.50
12.10
2.42
7.17
8.05
5.00
Battle Creek
3.00
8.10
1.00
3.09
7.17
9.37
6.00
Marshall
8.38
8.38
1.30
3.09
7.48
8.05
6.00
Albion
3.55
9.00
1.50
3.30
8.08
8.05
6.30
Jackson
4.50
10.05
2.35
4.03
8.40
10.50
6.00
Ann Arbor
5.55
11.10
3.47
4.58
9.30
11.40
7.00
Detroit
7.15 pm
12.25
5.30
6.00
10.00
11.40
8.00
Falls View
pm 8.35
Suspension Bridge
pm 8.50
Niagara Falls
am 12.25
am 7.00
7.50
6.20
Buffalo
2.18
9.00
10.00
6.40
Rochester
5.18
10.55
12.05
10.40
Syracuse
9.05
2.00
4.50
7.50
Albany
pm 1.30
6.00
8.05
9.00
New York
12.10
8.10
8.50
9.05
Springfield
8.00
9.00
11.30
8.00
Boston
Railroad Timetable
WEST
7
Night
Express
17–21
N.Y.C.R.R.
Exp.
5
Mail &
Express
8
West
Mail
23
W.R.R.
Express
12a
Mail
Express
27
Express
Boston
pm 2.00
am 8.45
pm 11.15
pm 5.00
New York
4.00
6.00
8.00
pm 8.30
Syracuse
11.30
2.00
2.00
10.00
Rochester
am 1.20
4.05
pm 5.10
Buffalo
3.20
pm 6.25
5.20
5.50
Niagara Falls
4.20
5.00
5.50
Suspension Bridge
5.50
Falls View
5.00
Detroit
pm 8.20
3.75
am 7.15
am 12.30
1.88
pm 4.35
11.16
Ann Arbor
9.38
9.23
8.40
1.20
3.80
5.45
11.19
Jackson
11.20
10.20
11.05
2.30
4.40
7.05
1.50
Battle Creek
am 12.40
11.40
12.05
3.30
5.50
7.45
2.40
Kalamazoo
1.00
pm 12.10
1.20
4.05
7.06
10.00
4.00
Niles
2.25
2.21
3.25
5.25
8.05
6.00
Michigan City
4.47
2.20
4.45
6.28
6.50
Chicago
6.52
4.00
6.40
7.52
8.55
7.30
Battle Creek Division Train Schedule
Daily. † Daily except Sunday.
Trains on Battle Creek Division depart at 7.45 a. m. and 4.00 p. m., and arrive at 12.40 p. m. and 6.10 p. m. Daily except Sunday.
O. W. RUGGLES,
General Pass. & Ticket Agent, Chicago.
R. N. R. WHEELER,
Ticket Agent, Battle Creek.
Business Notices
WANTED.— Twenty reliable Seventh-day Adventists to take nurses' course. Address Colfax Springs Sanitarium, or W. D. Kinney, M. D., Colfax, Iowa.
WANTED.— A middle-aged man, consecrated Adventist, with $500, as partner in a good, paying business. Church and church-school privileges. Address C. W. Stone & Co., Franklin, Ky.
WANTED.— A good dentist or dental assistant. Will be glad to correspond with an industrious young man who desires to learn. Must be a Sabbath keeper. Address L. A. Reed, dentist, Jacksonville, Ill.
FOR SALE.— Half interest in the Good Health Bath and Massage Parlors at Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Adventist man and his wife, good workers. Good business, growing rapidly. Address Ed Swap, 201 Granby Blk., Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
WANTED.— Three good, strong, active Sabbath-keeping men to work in sawmill, drive team, and cut logs on Sec. 10, Tp. 45, Range 2, West Ashland Co., Wis., six miles north of Mellen, on Tyler Fork River. Address W. H. Kynett, Mellen, Wis.
WANTED.— A young man, 16 to 20 years of age, to learn polishing and nickel plating; a young man about 16 years of age for general work about shop, and an errand boy about 14 years of age. Must be steady and of good habits, and must furnish satisfactory references. Seventh-day Adventists preferred. Permanent employment for the right persons. For particulars call on or address Globe Manufacturing Co., or Dr. H. M. Dunlap, Battle Creek, Mich.
