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CO-OPERATION CORNER.

By Editor

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We are opening up the work in Prince Edward Island, and are in great need of literature. We crave a place in the Co-operation Corner of the SIGNS to ask for a club of 25 copies, which we promise to use to the very best advantage. This is a city of 12,000, and for the most part they are a reading people. Who will help in this good work by sending us a club of SIGNS with which to begin?

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Book and Periodical Department

By Editor

Announcement of July 9, 1902

The following are new publications that are ready this week:—

SUNDAY IN HISTORY

By C. H. EDWARDS

It contains historical facts in handy and concise form that show the development of the rival Sabbath, and will be found of special value to ministers and others engaged in gospel work. Its chapters are:—

The Rest Day Does the New Testament Teach Sunday Observance The Fathers Who Changed the Day Origin of Sunday Observance The Lord's Day Sunday in History Sunday in the Reformation The Sunday Movement in England and America True Americanism The Scotch Covenanters The National Reform Association Auxiliary Societies Sunday Legislation Enemies to Freedom of Conscience

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May: Uncertainty in Human Affairs

By Editor

"May."—That is all that can be said; it is the strongest word we can use with safety. Even tho Edward VII. were twenty years younger, we could only with safety say, "The coronation may take place in September."

"The best laid plans o' mice and men Gang aft aglee."

"Man proposes, but God disposes." There is no certainty in matters human and mundane. The kings of the earth are many, like the priests of old, "because that by death they are hindered from continuing." How many blighted hopes were built upon the expected coronation! How many were disappointed! How many million dollars will be lost by those who at that time wished to make a great display or reap large returns from sale of merchandise! Even tho the king recovers, as every one wishes and expects, what disappointments and heart-burnings there will be!

Welcome to the Pacific Coast

By Editor

The editor has been pleased to meet and gladly greet once more an old fellow-laborer, Prof. C. C. Lewis, for six years principal of Keene (Texas) Industrial School. Having, under God, made that a success, he now comes to the Pacific Coast as president of the Walla Walla College, College Place, Wash. Over a quarter of a century ago we gave our hearts to God and His closing work in Northern New York; he in St. Lawrence County, the writer in Jefferson County. Together we attended college for a while in Battle Creek, Mich. Since those early days he has followed with success the profession of teaching, and the writer, by the grace of God, has been what he has. At times our barques have touched and greeted on life's tumultuous ocean, and always with pleasure; and the writer and other friends gladly greet him here, and bid him welcome to the Pacific Coast.

CONTAINED IN THIS NUMBER.

Poetry.

Conversion, ELLA CORNISH . . . . . 2 Nature's God, JOHN WM. STEIN . . . . . 4 The Dream of Pilate's Wife . . . . . 5 Right Shall Rule . . . . . 10 O Give Me Light Once More, BENJ. PHILLIPS . . . . . 12

General.

Whole-Hearted Service, MRS. E. G. WHITE . . . . . 2 Our Father's Promises, J. LOUISA IRELAND . . . . . 2 The Coming of the Lord, L. A. PHIPPENY . . . . . 3 The Love of God, KATHRINA B. WILCOX . . . . . 4 The Mission of Infirmities, W. S. SADLER . . . . . 4 Signs of the Coming King, AUGUSTA W. HEALD . . . . . 6

Editorial.

His Gospel Must be Preached . . . . . 6 A Perpetual Purpose . . . . . 6 The Sabbath . . . . . 6 "Thy Commandment Is Exceeding Broad" . . . . . 7

Question Corner.—No. 1255 . . . . . 7

Outlook.—The Martinique Volcanic Eruption, SAMUEL R. HONEY.—Men or Things . . . . . 8, 9

The Home.—The Child, MRS. MARY WOOD-ALLEN, M. D.—Economic Value of Birds—A Mother's Reply—An Unusual Sort of Hazing . . . . . 10, 11

Missions.—Religious Conditions in Porto Rico, MRS. IDA M. FISCHER—Missions, Home and Foreign . . . . . 12, 13

International Sabbath-school and Sunday-school Lessons . . . . . 14

The Coronation

By Editor

The Coronation SIGNS OF THE TIMES is good for a long time yet. The facts that it gives concerning Edward VII. and England are just as good, tho His coronation is postponed. And what it tells us of the Greater Coronation, in which all have an interest, is of infinite worth. Read what is said on this page concerning the coronation.

The Postponed Coronation

By Editor

The Postponed Coronation.—It was expected that the great coronation of Edward VII. would take place in a blaze of earthly glory, June 26. Millions went their way to London, many from the opposite side of the earth, to witness and share in the festivities, rejoicing, and merriment from June 23 to July 5. All the preparations had been made; the various parts had been again and again rehearsed; the coronation poem had been written by the poet-laureate; the ambassadors and nobility of republics, kingdoms, and empires were waiting.

The King's Illness and Recovery

By Editor

But how little does man know what a day may bring forth. June 13 King Edward suffered great fatigue after attending court. June 14 he complained of abdominal pain. From this time to June 18 his condition was variable. June 21 he appeared greatly improved. June 23 he traveled from Windsor to London, and the hopes of every one save his physicians were high. June 24, 12:30, the operation was performed for typhlitis by Sir Frederick Treves, Lord Lister, Sir Thomas Smith, Sir Thomas Barlow, Sir Francis Laking, and Dr. Frederick Hewitt, all eminent surgeons and physicians. For two days his life hung by a thread. Then he began to improve, and at the present writing of this note, July 1, he is rapidly recovering; and it is rumored that the coronation may take place in September or October.

Martinique and St. Vincent

By Editor

Martinique and St. Vincent.—This week we print the first of two articles upon the fearful calamities which have befallen the islands of Martinique and St. Vincent. The Boston Press Bureau and the Boston Herald sent a special commissioner to the islands, Mr. Samuel R. Honey, who left for the islands on the government cruiser Dixie, returning June 14, the first of the government expedition to reach this country. The Signs of the Times, by special arrangement with the Herald, secured reports concerning both islands with photographs taken at the time. Mr. Honey penetrated to all parts of the city of St. Pierre, even to the base of Mt. Pelee.

"It is impossible," he tells us, "to coin words which will fitly describe the extent of the disaster at St. Pierre. The destruction is unparalleled in human history. The place is a veritable city of the dead. A great bare patch, as desolate as the ruins of an Aztec town, is all that is left to mark the once pretty city. The streets are filled with debris, and beneath the debris and the dust lie over 30,000 of its population. Just how many perished will probably never be known."

The article will be found on page 8. Next week we will publish an article on St. Vincent, and other articles on kindred phenomena.

Mission Work in Porto Rico

By Editor

In our Missions department is an article on Porto Rico, with a copy of a program of a fiesta held there some months ago. But according to that program it is a much milder matter than a carnival recently held in this city for a week, according to reports. It is intimated that Americans in Porto Rico are not setting good examples. Doubtless this is true. It is not to be expected. American is not synonymous with Christian, any more than Englishman or Spaniard is. Missionaries are to tell the great truth that "all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God," and that redemption is found, not in any country or government or nationality of earth, but in Jesus Christ. Lift Him up. Preach His Gospel. Tell poor souls everywhere, whether bred in a palace or hovel, whether in China or America, whether in Porto Rico or New York, that their only hope is in a personal, living relationship with Christ Jesus.

Did They See It?

By Editor

Much is being made in some quarters over an alleged appearance of our Lord in a Catholic church in Morne Rouge, a suburb of St. Pierre. The story is that this appearance was taken as a warning, and that the three hundred persons who saw it were saved. Now, in the first place, Morne Rouge was not destroyed. (2) In times of great excitement among a superstitious people, imagination works wonders. (3) Satan is ever ready to counterfeit every holy thing there is; and he will appear to many as an angel of light. (4) In the city of St. Pierre there were many devout Catholics praying in the great cathedral; but they perished, while wicked people and all, religious and irreligious generally, of Morne Rouge escaped. We see no more significance in the story than in many others in which great marvels and miracles are reported. Righteousness, the keeping of God's commandments, is more than seeing miracles.

The Awful Decadence of Integrity.

By Editor

Jesus once asked the question, "When the Son of Man cometh, shall He find faith on the earth?" The question implies that it will be sadly wanting. Many other scriptures clearly and forcibly declare that the last days of the Christian dispensation will be marked by decadence of the faith that works righteousness, by moral insensibility, by lowering of moral standards, by spiritual paralysis; and all this in a time when religious worship will be made more ornate and ostentatious than ever before. One of the tremendous influences which tend to this deplorable condition of things is the education which the present generation is receiving. This is so well set forth in a story by Charles M. Sheldon, author of "In His Steps," that we believe it profitable to our readers to set before them its salient features. It is a little long, but it will well repay perusal. The first part of this was published last week; the conclusion, in this issue.

Increase of Earthquakes

Increase of Earthquakes.—It is not in the interest of prophetic interpretation that Robert Mallet, the scientist, gives us a record of earthquakes and their increase. Of destructive earthquakes the following statistics are given: From B.C. 1700 to A.D. 96 were 16 earthquakes, an average of 1 in 112 years; from A.D. 96 to 1850, there were 204 earthquakes, 1 in 8 years; 1850 to 1865, there were 15 earthquakes, 1 in 1 year; from 1865 to 1868, there were 15 earthquakes, 5 in 1 year. It is true that many disturbances now recorded by the sensitive pen of the seismograph were centuries ago not noticed; but records for the last two or three centuries have recorded all of any moment. The earlier ones were regarded with greater intensity and had much more effect upon the public mind than at present. The earth has known violent catastrophes in the past, as for instance the deluge. The present age is nearing its end. "The earth is waxed old like a garment." Sin's work of destruction will ere long reach its climax, then God will, by His creative power, restore the lost earth.

Philippine Civil Government Bill

The Philippine civil government bill, as finally changed and agreed to by the committees of the House and Senate, passed the House on June 26 by a party vote of 141 to 97. All amendments were voted down, even one prohibiting slavery or involuntary servitude in the islands. This bill provides for a legislature consisting of two houses, one of which shall be a popular assembly elected by the people, after the existing insurrection shall have ceased; it makes provision for a Philippine coinage and currency, enumerates in the "bill of rights" the legal issues which may be carried up to the Supreme Court of the United States; and authorizes the purchase of the lands now held by the Catholic friars.

Civil Rule in the Philippines

ADVICES from Washington state that the entire Philippine archipelago will be placed under the control of the civil authorities on July 4. The present military governor will remain as commander of the department of the Philippines, but the military are to be everywhere subordinate to the civil authorities. The Moros are to be allowed to continue their tribal relations for the time being, and are to be governed under practically the same conditions as the American Indians. General amnesty to the political prisoners in the Philippines is also to be declared on that date.

Fighting in Hayti

FIGHTING continues in the little republic of Hayti between the government forces and the revolutionists. Cape Haytien, which is in possession of the revolutionists, was bombarded on June 29 by the vessels of the government. The foreign consuls left the city and boarded a government gunboat under fire. The elections are going on, in some places under military protection, and there is great excitement and much lawlessness among the people.

Russia and King Edward’s Illness

THERE is much comment in St. Petersburg over the fact that no representative of the Russian court or ministry has called on the British ambassador to express regret or sympathy over the illness of King Edward and the enforced postponement of the coronation ceremonies. This is said to be due to Russia's chagrin over the conclusion of peace in South Africa. The surrender of the Boers has upset some of the calculations of the Russian Government.

Pope and Taft Dispute Friars’ Lands

The pope and Governor Taft have not yet reached an agreement in regard to the matter of the sale of the friars' lands in the Philippines. The reports state that Governor Taft desires to present an ultimatum to the Vatican, and then break off the negotiations in case it is not accepted. One of the conditions which the Vatican makes is that all the public primary schools of the islands be under the tutelage of the Catholic Church.

Failure of the Indian Monsoon

A DESPATCH from Bombay states that there is great apprehension now in the western provinces of India due to the failure of the summer rains. Scientists state that the failure of the June monsoon is due to the eruption of Mount Pelee, which is supposed to have deflected the rain center a thousand miles to the west. Unless the rains come soon, unspeakable distress is expected in these provinces.

Steel Workers’ Pay Increased

The United States Steel Corporation has decided to increase the pay of its laborers ten per cent, excepting those who are working on a tonnage basis. The increase will affect about 100,000 men.

Tientsin Administration Still Unsettled

On June 28 another meeting of the representatives of the foreign powers was held at Peking to discuss the question of restoring the administration of Tientsin to the Chinese. This question has been under discussion for a long time and at times has seemed near a settlement, but still no decision has been reached. France and Russia are now holding Germany, England, Italy, and Japan responsible for the delay.

Morgan Investigates Panama Canal Influences

On June 28 Senator Morgan introduced a resolution whose purpose was to ascertain the American stockholders in the Panama Canal Company, and thus bring to light the influences that have caused the Panama project to crowd out the Nicaragua canal. At once there was a storm of opposition, and altho Morgan warmly advocated the resolution, it went to the calendar without action.

Panama Canal Bill Becomes Law

THE House has accepted the Senate's canal bill, and on June 28 it became a law, President Roosevelt having affixed his signature on that date. This bill authorizes the building of a canal by the Panama route, in case President Roosevelt can secure clear title to the property and concessions of the French canal company; and in case he can not, the canal is to be built via Nicaragua Lake.

Boer Prisoners Return to South Africa

The first consignment of Boer prisoners returning to their homes in South Africa, numbering 478 men, sailed from the island of St. Helena on June 26. After taking the oath of allegiance to Great Britain, the prisoners marched to the boats singing the British national anthem. On the following day 1,500 Canadian troops sailed for their homes from Durban, Natal.

Steamers Trapped in Arctic Ice

THE steamer Portland, which was reported last week drifting through the Bering Straits into the Arctic Ocean in an ice pack, has been found in company with the steamer Jeanie, locked fast in the ice, eighty miles north of Cape Prince of Wales. All on board are well, and the revenue cutter Thetis stands by to give any needed assistance.

Mission Property Destroyed in China Riot

An anti-indemnity riot which took place in Tien-Ku-Chao, China, recently resulted in the destruction of the American and British mission property in that city and the murder of one of the missionaries. The local magistrate has been deprived of his rank, and orders have been issued for the extermination of the rioters.

Venezuelan Generals Surrender to Insurgents

SEVENTEEN of Castro's generals, 45 colonels, and 1,682 privates surrendered to the Venezuelan insurgents on June 20. The effect of this victory will be incalculable in strengthening the cause of the Venezuelan insurgents, as President Castro had represented that the revolution was practically stamped out.

Union Pacific Discharges 1,300 Machinists

BECAUSE of a strike of a portion of its employees at Omaha, Nebraska, recently, the Union Pacific Railway has discharged 1,300 of its machinists. The strikers predict that this will result in a complete tie-up of the Union Pacific system because of the inability of the railway to repair its engines.

Naval Appropriation Bill Dispute

The House still refuses its consent to the Senate amendments to the naval appropriation bill. The House conferees have been instructed to hold out for the construction of a part of the new war vessels in the government yards, and to this the Senate conferees are as strongly opposed.

Alaska Climate Report

ON June 22 the thermometer at Sitka, Alaska, registered 119 degrees. The old residents there claim that there is a continual change of climate for the better in that portion of Alaska, rainy days being much less frequent and fair weather much more common.

Inquiry Into the Coal Trust

The President has ordered an inquiry into the methods of the great coal trust, with a view to its prosecution in case it is found violating the letter of the Sherman anti-trust law. There is no doubt in the minds of any that it is violating the spirit of that law.

Record Quarterly Dividends

The amount of money to be paid by New York bankers on July 1 to the holders of government bonds and the holders of stock in trusts and corporations will reach the enormous total of $123,000,000, which is the highest quarterly dividend yet recorded.

Special Senate Session for Cuban Treaty

REPORTS from Washington announce that President Roosevelt will convene the Senate in special session one month earlier than the regular date for the meeting of Congress, for the purpose of considering a Cuban reciprocity treaty recently drawn up.

Cholera Deaths in Manila and Provinces

SINCE the outbreak of cholera in Manila there have been 1,385 deaths from that disease, and in the provinces 7,038 deaths. The number of cases has been but little greater than the number of deaths, as nearly every case is fatal.

Brooklyn to Carry Lord Pauncefote’s Remains

The United States cruiser Brooklyn has been chosen to convey the remains of the late Lord Pauncefote to England. The cruiser will sail from New York on July 1.

Terrible Storm Ravages Middle States

A TERRIBLE storm raged throughout the middle States on June 25, destroying property estimated at $2,000,000. Several lives were lost, and many persons were injured.

Fire Destroys Mercur, Utah

The town of Mercur, the second largest mining town in Utah, was practically destroyed by fire on June 25. The loss is estimated at nearly a million dollars.

Million-Dollar Fire in Cape Town

The city of Cape Town, South Africa, suffered a million-dollar fire on June 28, which destroyed a number of the largest business houses of that city.

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The Coming Coronation

But there is coming a coronation in which there will be no failure. The King will not be taken ill; He can not die. The great Master of Ceremonies can not fail. The special servants and attendants are shining immortals. All the earth are invited. The court-dress for all is righteousness. The most beautiful ornament in which to appear, which every one may obtain and wear, is a meek and quiet spirit. Even upon such will the great King look and smile. All who are His, from whatsoever race or land or clime, all who have yielded to His service, will have a part in that coronation; for they, too, will be crowned with coronets and diadems of righteousness, and life, and glory. The crowning will not take place in the limited space of a walled abbey in an old wooden chair, which has only uncertain tradition to make it or the stone which it holds sacred, but upon the great white throne, grounded in the Rock of Ages. The very best of earthly thrones are built upon a foundation in which are mingled orphans' cries, and widows' tears, and dying soldiers' moans, the groans and curses of half-paid or half-starved laborers, the envy and hatred of rivals. But the throne of the coming King will be founded in righteousness and judgment.

"A few more years shall roll, A few more seasons come,"

and we will "see the King in His beauty," and meet around His throne, in glad union and reunion, the true, and pure, and good of all the ages; and then He shall smile upon the old sin-cursed earth, and all sin and all that is identified with sin will pass away forever, and gladness and joy shall come to the earth, "thanksgiving and the voice of melody."

"There every sight that pleases, There every sound that cheers, There sweet immortal breezes, Inspire the balmy years; There all the just join in a band, From every age, from every land, While o'er them reigns King Jesus With crowns of glory now! The people of His grace, Have reached the heavenly place; 'Tis glory, everlasting glory now."

To this coronation and kingdom all are invited. The Spirit and the bride say, Come.

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