From April 30 to May 3, I took a trip on horseback through Westmore and Charleston, visiting nearly all the families of Sabbath-keepers in those places, and spent one Sabbath at East Charleston. Found all the friends holding on to the truth but one, and some ripening for the grave that I feared would go back.
The first day of May, in a part of Westmore facing the north, I found the snow at least two feet deep on a level. Had to leave my horse and go on foot. The same day, six men broke the roads before me with two yoke of oxen at a point between Westmore and Charleston.
Sabbath, May 10, I spoke to the church in Enosburgh. Found them somewhat freer from petty trials than formerly; but some were far behind on Systematic Benevolence. The Scriptures represent this system as a test of the sincerity of our love for God and his cause. Many are deceived in claiming inability to take part in it; for they will invest large sums in other directions for selfish purposes; perhaps in carrying on lawsuits on points of trivial importance. We should try our motives, and not deceive ourselves in this solemn time. But we are glad that, in the main, the church of Enosburgh have been forward in sustaining the cause in all of its branches. May this, also, be their experience in the future, and may their example provoke others to good works.
Sabbath and Sunday, the 17th and 18th, I labored for the church in Jericho and Bolton, and was cheered by their appreciation of the truth, their readiness to improve the time in the social meeting, and by the gracious influences of God's Spirit. My brother's labors on the Sabbath were appreciated. Twenty months had passed since I had met with this church on the Sabbath. Though their experience in enduring hardships and sacrificing for the truth may be limited, when compared with that of older churches, we were much encouraged in seeing them in the enjoyment of their first love. God grant that this love may never abate, but that it may rather abound more and more. Several who saw the truth at the time of our lectures in Bolton, but did not carry out their convictions, are embracing spiritualism.
Last Sabbath, on my way to this place, I spoke with freedom to the church at East Richford. Owing to the short notice of the meeting, some were not present whom we had hoped to see. The officers of this church are desirous to have Bro. Bean or Eld. A. C. Bourdeau hold a business meeting to arrange S. B., etc. Till their desire is met, they need not be backward on S. B., but can pay for this year in harmony with last year's pledges.
We hope to be able to commence tent labors next week. We go out to-day to decide on a location. As the way for tent effort has seemed to be hedged up at times, I have suffered much in spirit. When we make the cause of God first and shape our temporal affairs to meet its wants, as to labors and means, then may we expect to see the work move forward as it should.
D. T. BOURDEAU
Burton Landing, Vt., May 27, 1873.
Iowa and Nebraska.
By R. M. Kilgore
MAY 3 and 4, met with the church at Soldier Valley. Here, I found all in union, firm, and rejoicing in the truth. Gave six discourses, and attended four other meetings. Four more united with the church, and five were baptized. This was a very profitable meeting throughout, and especially was this the case, while we were engaged in celebrating the memorials of the humility and sufferings of our Lord and Master.
On the evening of the 5th, I preached, by request, at the Crabb school-house, twelve miles north, where Bro. Bartlett had labored so successfully during the winter. Here were several who have long been searching for truth, and have traveled from England to America hoping to obtain the object of their desire near the brackish waters of the Deseret. But instead of light, they found darkness; and instead of truth in its purity, they found corruption. Deceived, disappointed, destitute, and pursued, with their lives in their hands, they returned and settled here, and now are rejoicing in the truth (as one of them expressed it) of this “glorious message.” I asked one if she was not fearful that she was again deceived? She replied, “How can I be deceived, when I keep the commandments of God and have faith in Jesus?” Truly, thought I, with this platform to stand upon, there can be no ground for deception. There are several cases of peculiar interest here; among them is that of Robert Winter, referred to in a late REVIEW. The readiness with which these friends supplied themselves with books was a good sign of a deep interest in the unadulterated truths they advocate.
6 and 7, held meetings with the church of Onawa. Four more were received into this church. Bro. E. T. Barber was chosen leader in the absence of Bro. Bartlett.
10 and 11, I spent at Decatur, Neb. Gave four discourses, and twelve were buried with their Lord by baptism. Bro. Bartlett was with me, and assisted in these meetings. We were also greatly cheered by the presence of the brethren and sisters from Mt. Pleasant and Hooper, some of whom came forty miles to attend this meeting. The interest on this occasion was greatly lessened because we could not accommodate the people, for lack of room. The house was literally packed, and numbers were compelled to remain without. The church here greatly need a meeting-house.
The friends of the cause here, in the West, are determined to have a camp-meeting on the Missouri river, this fall, and they are praying for help.
13 to 15, I preached three times at the Burgh school-house, near Cherokee, Iowa. The interest among the few friends here is greatly crippled by the removal of Bro. Boyd from their midst. I trust that they will prove faithful and endure unto the end. Here, I met Bro. Call from Sibley, Osceola Co., formerly from Michigan, who pleads for help to build up the cause that already has a foot-hold in his vicinity.
17 and 18, preached three times at Bach Grove. The brethren from the Hook’s Point church added much to the interest of this meeting, both by their presence and testimonies, and those for whom this meeting was held were strengthened and their confidence was increased in regard to the stability of this message.
The following week, I spent with the friends at Hook’s Point, visiting from house to house. Preached seven times, mostly upon practical duties. Six more were added to the church, and eleven were baptized, whom, we trust, arose to walk in newness of life; among these were four couples, husbands and wives, who walked side by side down into the water. Such a scene is not often witnessed. Some of these, a few months ago were alive in sin, by breaking God’s holy Sabbath, blaspheming his holy name, and doubting even a reality in the religion of the Bible. We then assembled at the house of Bro. J. L. Smith, where Bro. W. B. Everhart was elected elder, and Bro. J. D. Ballard, deacon, and were then set apart by the laying on of hands.
Our meeting closed by celebrating the ordinances of the Lord’s house. Though part of these were new to nearly all, yet we realized here, what we always shall, that the blessing of God is bestowed, where a willingness is manifested on our part to do our whole duty; for says our Saviour, “If ye know these things happy are ye if ye do them.” This was truly a precious season, and one which shall long be remembered by all who were present. Our hearts were softened and melted as the Holy Spirit’s mild and tender influence manifested itself in our midst. These meetings, from first to last, were of great profit to me, and I feel to praise the Lord for his love toward me and those for whom I have labored.
At all these meetings, where churches were organized, S. B. was re-arranged, and the system adopted generally as approved by the body; and at every place the figures were enlarged.
The roads are so bad, it takes three teams to carry the tent from Hook’s Point to the depot, a distance of fifteen miles. The brethren who so kindly brought it said that money could not have hired them.
I am now on my way home, but delayed, because the railroad bridges are swept away by high water. R. M. KILGORE. Cedar Falls, May 27, 1873.
Convis and Newton, Mich.
By A. S. Hutchins
At Convis, May 10-13. A number of brethren and sisters were with us on Sabbath, from other towns. I spoke with freedom on the preparation of heart requisite to meet the soon coming King of glory. It is the privilege of this church to be strong, to give to all with whom they may associate the clearest evidence that they are seeking an inheritance “incorruptible, undefiled, and that fadeth not away.”
This world is not our home. The chosen servants of the Lord should be united in separating themselves from the world, and in bearing the cross. Such will obtain the crown. Precious consideration! The meeting seemed to inspire new hope and courage in the hearts of God’s people.
On first-day, met to arrange some financial matters. Pledges were made in response to the appeal in behalf of our denominational school. Others, not present, it is said, will help in this worthy enterprise.
A meeting also was held to celebrate the ordinances of the Lord’s house. The most profound gratitude and love should fill our hearts for memorials so highly appropriate, commemorative of the Saviour’s dying love to fallen man.
How critically we should examine ourselves and try the motives of our hearts, and with what sweet union and unfeigned love should the church gather around the Lord’s table to partake of the emblems of the broken body and shed blood of the Son of God.
Do any entertain doubts as to whether our views and practice on the subject of communion are scriptural? Can this possibly justify such in withdrawing from, and casting severe reflections upon, the church? May not those who do thus unintentionally, grieve the Spirit of God and wound his cause?
On this question, there is light and truth in the word of God, and I cannot believe it is beyond the reach of the candid. I am confident the excellent article from Elder C. J. Butler, on open and close communion, in REVIEW of the 27th inst. will be read by those desiring the truth on this point with great satisfaction.
Some sixty brethren and sisters, from different churches, met in quarterly meeting on the 17th, in Newton. The Lord gave freedom, in speaking from 2 Cor. 12:1. The social meeting following was characterized by a spirit of solemnity and true devotion. Nearly all expressed unshaken confidence in the perpetuity of the gifts of the Spirit.
Precious youth were moved to tears, and seemed to desire that blessing which is only found in seeking Jesus. Several arose, expressing a desire to be remembered in our prayers. Thus drew to its close an impressive meeting, the memory of which I cherish with emotions of gratitude to our Heavenly Father.
First-day was profitably spent in visiting different families. My heart is drawn out in love, and in deep solicitude for the salvation of this little company of believers. May each one be able to say, in the fear of the Most High, “I have inclined mine heart to perform thy statutes alway, even unto the end.” And may the victor’s crown be theirs. A. S. HUTCHINS.
May 30, 1873.
California.
By M. E. Cornell
We are now seating the new California tent, and we commence lectures this evening. The tent is a beautiful one, with double top, and curtain to each, one on the outside and the other on the inside of the wall; thus we can shut out the wind completely. The wall is one foot higher than usual. The inside top or fly is colored, thus shading off the sun and effectually relieving the eyes, and guarding against the heat. There is considerable inquiry already, and prospect of good hearing and interest.
We are all in good health and spirits, and hope for a good result in this city of four thousand inhabitants.
In haste,
M. E. Cornell.
P. S. My Post-office address will be Napa City, Napa Co., California.
J. H. MORRISON
By J. H. Morrison
Iowa.
Since my last report, I have remained at home a few weeks, settling up my business, and preparing to leave home the coming season. During the time, I held a few meetings with our brethren here and those who had the past winter embraced the truth. All seemed very much encouraged.
I next had the privilege of meeting with Brn. Haskell and Nicola at their meeting in Knoxville and Osceola, which I enjoyed very much. From there, I went to Afton, where I labored last winter. I remained with them two weeks, holding meetings evenings, and visiting from house to house through the day, holding in all twenty-one meetings there. We organized a little church of twenty-three members, and s. B. amounting to $107.50. Six willing souls followed their Lord in the ordinance of baptism, and three others who desired to do so, failed to get there in time, as they lived some distance in the country; and this being our last meeting, they were compelled to defer it. We had some good meetings here with the brethren. The good, melting Spirit of the Lord rested upon us.
Another good family took their stand for God's down-trodden and unpopular truth. Others are still interested, and feel it to be their duty, but as yet have not fully decided. May the Lord help such to make haste and delay not to keep his commandments.
The brethren here have made some good resolutions in reference to tobacco, &c., and we hope they may have enough of the fear of God before their eyes, and a realizing sense of that purity and holiness which God demands of his remnant people, to carry them out.
I stopped at Woodburn two days, and held some meetings with the brethren, and visited them nearly all, which seemed to encourage them very much. They have been very much discouraged, until Bro. Nicola's meeting in March last; since which, they have been trying to walk out on the light, especially upon health reform, which before seemed to be their source of trial. I am sorry to say some are yet halting upon this point. If we cannot talk faith, do not let us talk doubts. If we cannot speak encouragingly, let us hold our peace.
I met with the brethren at Sandyville, May 24 and 25. Seven more joined our little church, six of whom were those who have recently taken their stand. Our organization here has been greatly diminished in consequence of a removal to other places, so there only remain twenty-three members in all. We re-organized and raised s. B. to the amount of $386.25. The prospect here is brighter and the cause is moving onward. May the Lord continue to bless.
J. H. MORRISON
Delaware.
By Henry Snyder
Sometime last spring, my brother sent me a lot of books on the Sabbath and law, also one on the two-horned beast and the second coming of Christ. We investigated but a short time before we were convinced that S. D. Adventists had the Bible on their side, and were in the light. This did not rest very well with us, as it seemed to leave us in darkness. We were then members of the M. E. Church, but, believing that the seventh day is the Sabbath, I could no longer profess to be a Christian and trample on God's holy day; so we resolved to come out and keep the true Sabbath, which we have been keeping now for the last six months. Since then, I have left the use of tobacco, and think we are growing some in the knowledge of our Lord and Master. My brother has had the REVIEW sent to my address. We like it very much, and do not think we can ever do without it. Henry Snyder.Sussex Co., Del.
A SABBRATH HYMN.
By L. M. B. Page
AIR.—“I’m alone, all alone.”
’Tis God’s rest day, so holy, so sacred, so blest;
As its hours sweetly glide my crushed spirit finds rest;
For its hours seem befitting one burdened by care,
And I cast all beside, and betake me to prayer.
CHORUS:
I’m alone, all alone, but my Saviour is near.
I’ve awaked from death’s stupor in time just to hear
The Shepherd’s sweet voice, saying, “Come unto me;”
For his ear ever lists to the penitent’s plea.
Come, ye burdened, ye sin-sick, ye blind, and ye poor,
Christ hath ransomed your souls, come e’en now from death’s door.
He will wash you, he’ll cleanse you, from sin’s deepest stain,
He was once for you slain; but he liveth again.
CHORUS.
I am poor, sick, and weary, O Saviour, draw near;
For thy promise is sure, that thou soon wilt appear;
Not with mocking and scourging, as thou didst before,
But in beauty and splendor, as a conqueror.
CHORUS.
Help me wait, Lord, in faith, that thou soon wilt appear,
For I know from thy word that thy coming is near;
Thou wilt judge all the earth in thy righteousness then,
Even so, come Lord Jesus, forever to reign.
CHORUS.
L. M. B. PAGE.
De Ruyter, N. Y.
Cattaraugus Co., N. Y.
By R. F. Cottrell
Since last report, have given ten discourses at Ashford to small congregations. A few were interested, and we hope they may be benefited. Some of these make no profession of religion. The interest, however, was not sufficient to warrant a continuance; but there is still reason to hope for the fruits of this labor. A few professors were indeed friendly, and had not a word to oppose to our position on the Sabbath and law; but how is it?—who can tell?—that apparently good, candid and pious men can see these momentous truths and not be moved to obedience?! When they see the claims of the law of God, how can they conclude that it is better, and will be less sinful in its results, to follow the traditions of men that make void the law of God, than to turn to the obedience of that law? These are questions too hard for me to solve. If this is so, what does the long-foretold and Heaven-sent message concerning the commandment of God mean? If it is better to seek to please our friends and neighbors by knowingly violating the law of the Most High, apostles and martyrs have poured out their blood in vain. Why did they not seek peace by giving up their faith and practice, and not occasion so much sin on the part of their persecutors? They did not see things in this light, and God does not see it so; but because he knew that men of the present time would be so stupid and indifferent to his claims, he has sent the most fearful warning possible. And yet, hearing it, they coolly conclude that it is better not to obey! May God awaken them to a sense of duty!
R. F. COTTRELL.
Minnesota State Conference
Appointments.
And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand
** Services in Chicago, every Sabbath (seventh day), at 269 West Erie St. All Sabbath-keepers spending a Sabbath in Chicago, are invited to attend.
Minnesota State Conference.
The Minnesota State Conference will hold its next annual session in connection with the camp-meeting to be held at Medford, Steele Co., commencing June 26, and continue to June 30.
Let all the churches in this Conference at once take the necessary steps to represent themselves fully in this meeting by delegates. New churches wishing to be admitted should present their request, and send delegates. All reports required by the Constitution should be prepared in season; also the pledges on S. B. for the coming year. We hope that all those who have recently embraced the truth in this State will make a special effort to attend. And let all come. Bring your families and interested neighbors with you. Be on the ground at the commencement of the meeting and stay until its close. Eld. Butler and other speakers will be with us.
Harrison Grant, { Minn.
J. B. Edwards, Conf.
Calvin Kelsey, { Com.
The churches at Pine Island, Concord, Greenwood Prairie, and Deerfield, will each have a special meeting at their usual places of meeting on Sabbath, June 21. It is requested that every member of these churches be there, that absent ones write to the church, and the appointed committees all report.
D. M. Canright.
Quarterly meeting for Hillsdale and Ransom at Hillsdale, June 28 and 29. All the members are requested to attend, or report by letter. By order of the church. Eld. C. Stoddard is expected.
M. E. Fowler, Asst. Clerk.
No providence preventing, there will be held a monthly meeting with the church in Hartland, June 21, 22. Meeting to commence Friday evening at 7 o'clock. We hope to see a goodly number of our brethren and sisters present at this meeting. Come at the commencement and stay until its close.
J. B. Goodrich.
Next monthly meeting for Cattaraugus Co., N. Y., 3d Sabbath and first day in June. Bro. Cottrell and Stebbens are expected. Come, brethren, and let us take an advance step in the cause.
S. Thurston.
Randolph, N. Y., June 5.
Quarterly meeting of the M. and T. Society for District No. 2, Ohio, will be held with the Waterford church, at Yankee Street school-house, June 21 and 22. We invite all the friends in this district to attend this meeting. Have your reports ready.
W. T. Carson, Director.
Monthly meeting at the Crabb school-house, in Monona Co., Iowa, beginning June 28, 1873. The last meeting, the Onawa church could not attend, because of high water.
J. Bartlett.
The quarterly meeting of Dist. No. 4, Ohio, will be held at Norwalk, June 21, 22. Dist. No. 3, at North Bloomfield, same date.
The general quarterly meeting for the Ohio Tract and Missionary Society will be held at Clyde, July 5 and 6. Eld. S. N. Haskell is expected. A general attendance is desired. Provision will be made to care for all that may come.
O. F. Guilford, Pres.
The next quarterly meeting for the churches of Greenville, Orleans, Vergennes, Orange, and Bushnell, will be held at Orange, July 5 and 6. A general attendance of all is requested.
F. Howe.
The next monthly meeting for Western New York will be held at Lancaster, Erie Co., the fourth Sabbath in June, or the 28th, the Lord willing.
W. H. Eggleston.
The next quarterly Tract and Missionary Society meeting of each district will be held as follows:—
Dist. No. 2, West Charleston, June 14, 15, 1873.
“ “ 3, Wolcott, “ 21, 22, “
“ “ 4, West Bolton, “ 28, 29, “
“ “ 5, Jamaica, July 5, 6, “
A. C. Bourdeau, Pres.
Genoa, Mich., June 14, 1873.
Alaiedon, “ “ 21, “
Hillsdale, “ “ 28, “
Ransom, “ July 5, “
C. Stoddard.
An Offering.
By J. M. GALLENMORE
It is very little that I am able to do in the advancement of the third angel's message and its kindred truths; but $10 will help to accomplish a little, so I send this amount, a free-will offering, to be added to the tract fund, missionary fund, or to any other fund, to which you may deem it most needed. There is but a small amount of liberality in the giving of $10 for the advancement of a cause like that of the last message to fallen, sinful man, but I cannot see how persons can accept and believe this message and not become liberal, and desirous of some little part in the spread of it. The Lord has been very good to me, but oh! how unfaithful I have been in the discharge of my obligations to him. But, by his help, I hope to conform more to, and live daily more in harmony with, the profession to which I hold. May the Lord help. May he work with, and for, all who desire and are trying to live in obedience to his divine will.
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SIDNEY W. & M. E. WHITELOCK
By Sidney W. Whitelock; M. E. Whitelock
Missouri.
WE are among the isolated ones and therefore thought we would write a few lines as it has been some time since we have been to Sabbath meeting or heard anything to cheer us in our loneliness, except what we read in the REVIEW. This we receive weekly, and we always welcome its coming, as it brings us good tidings. We love to hear how the good work is progressing.
We left Hutchinson, Minn., over a month ago, for this State, as we thought perhaps it might benefit some of our family whose health has been impaired for over fourteen months. We believe it has been for the best, as we see them daily improving.
We feel lonely and miss the society of our dear brethren and sisters sadly, especially as the Sabbath rolls round and the hour draws near when we used to meet together for worship and Sabbath instruction.
We enjoyed many, very many, precious seasons together. We believe that Eld. Canright’s and Bro. Grant’s labors last fall and winter were blessed there, and as we see and hear of their daily growth in grace, together with ourselves, we feel a determination (although alone and far from all Sabbath-keepers) to continue faithful, and by our every-day walk try to win souls to Christ.
We believe there is a great work to be done here. We purchased several tracts and books of Eld. Canright; have distributed several; and as each missive goes forth, bearing precious seed, a silent prayer accompanies it, that some good may be done. We have talked to a good many on Sabbath-keeping, and we believe the good work is begun. Every one seems anxious to hear, some, of course, oppose, yet a great many are nearly convinced that the seventh day is the Sabbath. Cannot you send us some one during the year who can preach the truth in its purity? This is a wide field, but very few have ever made a profession. Those who have are Baptists, Methodists, and a few Universalists. We believe there are souls here to be saved, and a great work could be accomplished with God’s help. Truly, the harvest is plenteous, but laborers are few. I know there are many calls and but few are prepared to advocate the cause as it should be, but we feel anxious, and more than anxious, that the interest here may be deeper and that many who disregard God’s law may yet obey. Our prayer each day within our family circle and in each secret petition is that God may open the way and send some one to preach the truth.
We intend to live and act according to the light we have and by God’s assistance be prepared, when Jesus comes, to receive the crown he will give to the finally faithful. Pray for us.
SIDNEY W. & M. E. WHITELOCK
Knox Co., Missouri.
Send them Out.
By S.
What are our friends doing with their old Reviews? Sister A's are lying up stairs, neatly sewed together, and folded away in the bottom of a huge box. She has laid them away “for reference;” yet, with her fresh papers and pamphlets, together with her labors, she is prevented from looking at them. Sister B has taken some to paper the cupboard shelves. Why not send these to this acquaintance, that friend, or to some relative? Says one, “They may not be well received.” “Perhaps they will not read them.” Let us cast our bread upon the water and try to walk by faith and not by sight. Let us labor and leave results to God. Let us plant, with prayers and tears, being in real earnest. We regret that we cannot stand before a congregation and plead with the people like elder such-a-one; but perhaps we can call to the mind of some one the fact of the importance of looking to see where he is standing, thereby creating a desire to hear the words of the elder whose labor we desire to perform, and help to stay up the arms of some weary preacher. Send out the old “Reviews.” Never mind if they get lost. Send them out. By such a course, should one soul be saved, all the old papers we have would bring a glorious price. S.
Tract and Missionary Department.
By Alma Drouillard; Mary E. Phinney
Report of Wis. T. and M. Society, Dist. No. 3.
The second meeting for this district was held at Mount Hope, May 18. After the opening remarks, which were made by Eld. Adkinson, the following report of work done the last quarter was read by the Secretary:
No. of families visited, 47; No. of new subscribers for REVIEW, 6; REVIEWS sent to friends, 3; Instructors, 6; Reformers, 2;
Pages given away, 6425
“ loaned, 5615
Total, 12,040
No. of members, 48. No. of Reports, 12.
No. not Reported, 36.
Alma Drouillard, Director.
Mary E. Phinney, Secretary.
Tract and Missionary Meetings.
By S. N. Haskell; E. H. Boyd
A Tract and Missionary Society meeting will be held with the church of Greenville, Mich., June 14, 15. Those licentiates who can attend are requested to do so, to consult the State Conference Committee in regard to labor this season.
Also, at Greenbush, evenings of June 16, 17, 18. (Will Bro. O. Sevey meet us at St. Johns, Monday, the 16th ?)
Jay, Saginaw Co., June 21, 22.
Watrousville, “ 24, 25.
Lapeer, “ 28, 29.
Potterville, July 5, 6.
Will Brn. Corliss, Haskins, and Weeks, meet us at Jay? Each of the directors is expected to attend some one of these meetings. S. N. HASKELL,
E. H. BOYD.
Calvary
CALVARY is a little hill to the eye, but it is the only spot on earth that touches Heaven. The cross is foolishness to human reason, and a stumbling-block to human righteousness; but there only do mercy and truth meet together, and righteousness and peace kiss each other. Jesus Christ was a man of low condition, and died a death of shame on an accursed tree; but there is salvation in no other.
FITNESS FOR HEAVEN.
Let us not delude ourselves. They who are not made saints in the state of grace, shall never be saints in glory. The stones which are appointed for that glorious temple above are hewn, and polished, and prepared for it here, as the stones were wrought and prepared in the mountains for building the temple at Jerusalem.—Leighton.
Obituary Notices.
Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth.
DIED, in Lapeer, Mich., May 16, after an illness of one week, sister Jane Crownheart, aged sixty years, lacking two days. She embraced the truth when the tent was there fourteen years ago. She has been a firm believer in all points of present truth, and a faithful member of the church; beloved by all who knew her. She leaves a husband and five children to mourn their loss; yet they mourn not as those that have no hope, believing that she sleeps in Jesus, and will come forth in the first resurrection. Funeral services by the writer.
R. J. Lawrence.
DIED, in Fremont Center, May 26, of bronchial consumption, our dear brother, Edward Hall, aged 30 years, 5 months, and 26 days. His disease was of a lingering nature, yet he bore his sickness with Christian resignation. He never complained, but often spoke of the goodness of God in sparing him to see the light of each beautiful morning. He was fully prepared to go, and his last moments were passed in breathing a prayer to the Lord, to bless his afflicted family. He leaves a wife and two children, who deeply feel their loss. The blessed hope of soon meeting their loved one is their only consolation. Funeral discourse by Eld. Hall of the M. E. church, from Ecclesiastes, 12th chapter.
Lydia A. Shay.
DIED, in Richmond, Maine, April 1, 1873, the only daughter of Reuel S. and Marilla M. Webber, aged nine months. Funeral discourse by Eld. J. B. Goodrich.
R. S. Webber.
DIED, in Somerset, Hillsdale Co., Mich., of inflammation, March 20, 1873, sister Hester Ann Dake, wife of Bro. S. W. Dake, in the thirty-seventh year of her age. She died in hope of the soon coming of the Lord. She leaves a husband and five small children and numerous friends to mourn their loss; but they mourn not without hope. Remarks by Bro. W. Martin from Job. 14:14.
Emma Smith.
DIED, in Western, Dunn Co., Wis., May 4, 1873, of sore throat, Charley H., son of J. W. and Ann Hovey, aged one year, ten months, and thirteen days. He was a great sufferer during his last sickness, which lasted twelve days. Discourse by Eld. Austin, of the M. E. church, from Rev. 14:13.
John W. Hovey,
Ann Hovey.