p. 184 | Review and Herald, Vol. 48, No. 23. (12/7/1876)

PERNICIOUS SAYINGS.

THERE are some common sayings that are so plainly conceived in sin, that one cannot help wondering how they ever came to pass into adages. Still they are heard from the lips of men making high professions of morality and even of religion, and are handed down from generation to generation as precious heirlooms of language.

One of the most common of these and one of the wickedest is: “It will make no difference a hundred years hence,” applied to some error that might have been avoided, some sin that need never have been committed, or some word uttered that had better have been left unspoken. Now, if we stop and think, there is no simple act but that will make a difference a hundred years hence, and perhaps a great difference. The cackling of a flock of geese is a very simple thing, but it saved Rome and had its influence upon the succeeding years of a nation’s existence. The impulse of one conspirator to save a friend saved the Gunpowder Plot from destroying a whole parliament, and perhaps changed the whole future of English history. A burnt finger may delay a journey that would have cost a life and turned the path of whole generations. It is an insult to the good God, who does not let a sparrow fall without his cognizance, to say that any act, however simple, may not have its influence on following years and after ages.

There is another saying touching the sowing of wild oats, that is, perhaps, the worst of the lot. It has driven many a lad to destruction, furnishing him with an easily-spoken excuse for youthful follies and youthful sins sure to bring misery in their wake. That Christian statesman and author, Thomas Hughes, has spoken most eloquently against the use of this saying. “In all the range of accepted British maxims,” he exclaims, “there is none, take it for all in all, more thoroughly abominable than this one as to the sowing of wild oats. Look at it on what side you will, and I will defy you to make anything but a devil’s maxim of it. What a man—be he young, old, or middle-aged—sows, that, and nothing else, shall he reap.”

Was there ever anything truer? We see boys sowing wild oats every day; and we see them as men reaping the crop they have sown. These wild oats bear bitter grain. Sometimes their fruitage is disgrace that is paraded out to the world as Satan’s victory. Sometimes it is the dishonoring of a parent’s tender love; and its fruitage is gray hair brought to the grave in sorrow, lines of suffering on the faces of loved ones, and bitter remorse that we have turned the sweetest thing on earth to gall. Oh, these wild oats! They are like the witch-grass and the white-weed in the farmer’s land;—they cannot be rooted out, and they taint every good crop that follows after their sowing. Boys need not sow wild oats. The ground is waiting for good, sweet seed that will thrive and bring forth teeming harvests of goodness; and God is ready to care for the crop with the sunshine of his love and the tender rains that fall from his hand.

There is another saying that we hear now, that seems to me strikingly untrue in view of the lessons taught us by the world’s history: “Vox populi, vox Dei”—“The voice of the people is the voice of God.” We swamp all true progress by such a saying. Was it the voice of the people that called first for the Reformation? No; it was the voice of Heaven-endowed, defiant, impetuous Martin Luther;—and he was in a very small minority indeed when he began. The voice of the people and the hand of the people, saving some strong spirits, were against him; and had he listened to them as the voice of God, he would have accomplished no revolution against corrupt and thriving popes.

Oh, no! The voice of the people is not always the voice of God, or Lot would have stayed in Sodom, and Lot’s wife would not have been transformed into a pillar of salt. Was the voice of the people the voice of God when the people cried out, “Crucify him!” and shouted in derision as He climbed Calvary with his burden of the cross? No; this “vox populi, vox Dei” is a stumbling-block to progress; for through man’s proneness to error it is often the cry of sin and oppression, of persecution and of shame.

Let us be careful with these and other sayings, lest by uttering them we be guilty of light words and harmful words, which may injure our fellow-men and displease God.—Illustrated Christian Weekly.

LOVINGTON, ILL.

By J. Mallernee; Belle Mallernee

The next T. & M. quarterly meeting of Dist. No. 10 will be held at Lovington, Moultrie Co., Ill., Dec. 31, 1876. Bring in your report, or send it so that we will get it before the meeting. Cannot each member send in the name of some one worthy to become a member, accompanied with $1.00 for membership?

This district has disposed of quite a number of tracts the past year; but the receipts from the sale of tracts will not exceed $2.00; and we are expecting another large bill every day, which we must pay for soon. Now let us all work as we never worked before to scatter tracts and get the present truth before the people. If we cannot sell tracts, give them away, and keep up the library by donation. Let each report be accompanied with a small donation, whatever each one feels able to pay each quarter. If it is only 25cts. per quarter, it will keep up the library. If the Lord is good enough to bless us with the means, let us use a part of it for the advancement of his cause. It will be nothing more than giving God his just dues.

Dear brethren and sisters, we, as a people, expect the soon coming of the Son of man in the clouds of heaven; then what good will our earthly treasures do us? They will not buy us an admittance into the city, the New Jerusalem, neither will they procure for us the crown of glory. So let us lay up treasures in Heaven by doing the will of God, and laboring physically, mentally, and financially, to save those of our friends and neighbors around us, who are dying for the truth of God’s word. May God help us all to discharge our duty as good and faithful members of the T. and M. Society, is our prayer.

J. MALLERNEE, Director, BELLE MALLERNEE, Sec.

Obituary Notices.

By Harriet Morse

“Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth.”

FELL asleep in Jesus, in Campbelltown, Steuben Co., N. Y., Sabbath morn, Nov. 4, 1876, Mrs. Hannah Morse, widow of Roswell Morse, aged ninety-one years, nine months, and twenty days, after suffering with paralysis and erysipelas for sixteen days. She had kept the Sabbath for many years, was a firm believer in the soon coming of the Lord, and had expressed the wish that she might be at rest before the time of trouble should come. During her severe sufferings she would say, “The Lord knows best.” My dear mother, the resurrection morn will soon dawn, when I hope we shall meet to part no more. Sermon by Eld. B. Rumsey, Methodist, from 2 Tim. 4: 7, 8.

HARRIET MORSE.

Electric Telephony.

THE experiments in electric telephony, which Prof. A. Graham Bell has been conducting for several years past, have resulted in the development of apparatus by means of which the human voice, as ordinarily used in speaking, can be transmitted with certainty and ease to an indefinite distance—assuredly hundreds of miles. The contrivance is exceedingly simple, and the expense is considerably less than the cost of an ordinary Morse sounder. The application of this discovery promises to completely revolutionize the business of transmitting messages by electricity between distant points.

The latest experiments with the telephone were made yesterday, over the wires of the Eastern Railroad, that day being selected because the trials would not then be interrupted by the ordinary business of the line. Prof. Bell, President Rockwell of the Eastern road and wife, Miss Stearns, Mr. Morrison, and Mr. Hubbard, besides two telegraph operators, were the occupants of the Boston office. The instruments were arranged for about a twenty-mile test, consequently Salem, about sixteen miles away, was the point at which a second telephone was fixed. Mr. Thomas A. Watson, assisted by the Salem operator, was in charge there. All those at the Boston end of the line held free and easy conversation with the Salem office, even a whisper or a loud breath being distinctly heard at either end when given at the other. A remarkable instance of the extreme delicacy and faithfulness of the instrument was shown in the fact that when Mr. Hubbard first addressed the listener at the Salem end of the line, Mr. Watson instantly recognized his voice and called him by name before replying. Instead of grounding the wire at Salem, that office was made a way station, the through line extending to North Conway, one hundred and forty-three miles away. To give a more exacting test the Boston instrument was then attached to the Portland wire, and the circuit made complete from Boston, through that city, to Salem, a distance of about two hundred miles. The voice could be heard with considerable clearness after having passed over this great distance, but owing to the unfit construction of the telephones for the duty required of them (they being arranged for about twenty miles), a distinctness was not attained which would allow a conversation to be carried on. Prof. Bell is continually improving his invention, and he doubts not that he will ultimately be able to chat pleasantly with friends in Europe while sitting comfortably in his Boston home.—Boston Post.

Appointments.

And as ye go, preach, saying, “The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.”

Dedication of church at Carson City, Mich., Dec. 16 and 17, in connection with which Dist. No. 7 will hold its T. and M. quarterly meeting. Let all come prepared to stay two days. U. Smith, J. Fargo, A. O. Burrill.

Brethren in Abington, Conn., and vicinity have agreed to meet for worship once each month. First Sabbath in January, at J. S. Miller’s, Danielsonville, &c. P. C. Rodman.

Marshall, Mich., Dec. 9; Sunday, Dec. 10, where Bro. Jas. Gilbert may appoint. M. B. Miller.

The Lord willing, I will meet with the church at Sterling, Rice Co., Kan., Dec. 16 and 17. This is designed to be a general meeting for the Sabbath-keepers in this part of the State. We hope to see a general turnout and to hear from those that want labor. Can Bro. Dawson meet me at this meeting? J. N. Ayers.

There will be a meeting at the church in Princeville, Ill., Sabbath and Sunday, Dec. 30 and 31, 1876. Several important matters are to be attended to. The propriety of selling the church property will be considered. We wish all our brethren who have heretofore worshiped with us at Princeville to write, and let us know where you are and how you do. Please address me at Princeville, Ill. Bro. G. W. Colcord may be expected at this meeting. B. F. Merritt.

There will be meeting Sabbath and first-day, Dec. 9 and 10, at Antrim, Shiawassee Co., Mich. A cordial invitation is extended to sister churches to meet with us. Will Bro. Byington meet with us? O. F. Olmstead, Elder.

I will hold a T. and M. meeting for Dist. No. 11, at Antrim, Mich., Dec. 9 and 10. We hope to see a large turnout, as we have business of much importance to transact, pertaining to the circulation of our periodicals. Alex. Carpenter, Director.

The quarterly meeting of Dist. No. 1, Iowa and Neb. T. and M. Society, will be held Dec. 16 and 17, at West Union, Iowa, in connection with the quarterly meeting of the churches at Waukon and West Union. Cannot Bro. Washburn meet with us? Let us have a full report from every member of the T. and M. Society. F. H. Chapman, Director.

Quarterly meeting of Wis. T. and M. Society, Dist. No. 8, at Mackford, Dec. 16 and 17, in connection with our quarterly meeting. An especial effort should be made by the brethren and sisters to come to this meeting and stay till its close, as we hope to make this an occasion of unusual interest. Rufus Baker, Director.

If the Lord will, I shall hold meetings in Ill. as follows:

Place	Date
St. Anne	Dec. 18
St. Mary	Dec. 19
Sheldon	Dec. 20–22
Watseka	Dec. 23, 24
Onarga	Dec. 25, 26
Gridley	Dec. 28–31
Clyde	Jan. 5–7
Aledo	Jan. 12–14

I expect to make this entire trip of several hundred miles in an open carriage,—to face the cold to save car fare. Will you all rally to aid me in the worship of God? G. W. Colcord.

We will meet with the churches in Indiana as follows:

Place	Date
Patricksburg, Owen Co.	Dec. 9, 10
Bourbon, Marshall Co.	Dec. 16, 17
Ligonier, Noble Co.	Dec. 23, 24

At each place we hope to see a general turnout of all the friends. We expect to hold a business session on first-day at each place, and to devote some time to the T. and M. work and S. S. Meetings to commence on Friday night. J. Harvey, S. H. Lane.

Quarterly meeting of the T. and M. Society of the Fish Lake church, Dist. No. 7, Dec. 17, at the brick school-house in Deerfield, Waushara Co., Wis. Wm. Y. Eager, Director.

Dedication services will be held at State Centre, Iowa, Dec. 9 and 10. Meetings commence Sabbath evening. Lectures and meetings with the church will continue as long as the interest may demand. The brethren and sisters from the surrounding country are cordially invited. Geo. I. Butler.

Quarterly meeting at Martinsville, Clark Co., Ill., Dec. 30, 1876. Tract Society meeting for Dist. No. 7, the 31st. Martin Kittle.

I will meet with the church at Afton, Union Co., Iowa, to hold a series of meetings to commence Friday evening, Dec. 8. We want to see at this meeting every one of our brethren in this vicinity and all that can come from neighboring churches. May the Lord revive his work among his people. J. H. Morrison.

Quarterly meeting of Dist. No. 3, Iowa and Neb. T. and M. Society, will be held at Pilot Grove, Washington Co., Iowa, Dec. 16 and 17. We earnestly solicit a full attendance of our district. Come, brethren, let us consider the wants of the cause, and fully enlist ourselves in the Lord’s good work. If there are those of you that cannot come, do not fail to send in your report with liberal donations. J. W. Adams, Director.

I will meet with the friends of the cause at East Saginaw, Mich., Monday evening, Dec. 11. Arrangements can then be made for meetings the next day, if thought best. Wednesday evening, Dec. 13, at Chesaning. These meetings are designed more especially for our brethren and sisters and their children. Will some of the brethren meet me upon the arrival of the train at East Saginaw? S. N. Haskell.

I will be at Bear Wallow, Dec. 16 and 17; quarterly meeting at Powder Mills, Dec. 23 and 24; Edgefield Junction, Tenn., Dec. 30 and 31; and in Cheatham Co., Tenn., Jan. 6, 7. These meetings will all commence Friday night with the Sabbath. The T. and M. Society will hold a meeting in connection with our quarterly meeting at Powder Mills. Brethren and sisters do make a great effort to attend these meetings. The ordinances will be attended at Powder Mills. Hope our S. B. treasurers will be ready to square up for last quarter; also the tent pledges will all be about due at that time. Hope as far as possible that the brethren will come prepared to pay these pledges. S. Osborn.

“Sunshine” for Christmas.

By C. W. S.

THE “Sunshine Series” is the “triple extract” of a twenty-years’ collection by Mrs. E. G. White. The single story of “Bertha’s Grave-yard” is worth the price of the package. While highly pleasing and instructive to children, it is not incapable of moving older minds and touching older hearts. Send $2.00 for five packages to test your canvassing qualities. I know of nothing for the Christmas stocking that would be more pleasing to the children.

C. W. S.

Forwarding Spirit of Prophecy Vol. 2 to Subscribers

By Editor

Persons having money at this Office waiting for Spirit of Prophecy, Vol. 2, will please give us their present address and we will forward the book.

Take the New Hymn Book.

By R. F. Cottrell

It is a good selection, well arranged, of convenient size, music good and interspersed all through, not lumbered with ephemeral pieces, but made up of good, substantial hymns for congregational use, which will hold good to the end, some of which are new and of rare value. Should not all take it who are able? It will help our Publishing Association, and thus forward the good cause.

Do you think it might be sold for less than one dollar? Well, I like to see people economical. I like to see them deny themselves of superfluities and hurtful and expensive indulgences, that they may aid the cause of truth. But suppose the Association make a profit on the book, who are the gainers? We are the gainers as agents in God’s cause. It increases our capital in the cause of truth, and thus adds to our treasure laid up in the bank of Heaven. But perhaps you have put no stock into this institution. Perhaps you would be glad to if you were rich, but are not able. Now by buying the book you can put in a few cents. Who is not able to put in a few cents? If all would do it, the aggregate would be much. Now do not flatter yourself that you would do much if you were able. “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much.” Now prove that you would be faithful in much if you had it, by being faithful in a little. Get a few cents into the cause of God, and thus help a mite in the publication of the truth that is testing the world and deciding the destiny of souls. Get a real interest, though it be small, in the work of God, while you get a good book of hymns through which to sing, read, and meditate, the praises of the Lord.

R. F. COTTRELL.

A New Peter the Hermit Rouses Russia

A NEW Peter the Hermit has appeared in Russia in the person of Alexander Prohostchikoff, an ex-captain of the Guards, and one of the wealthiest citizens of Moscow. It is said he is employed under the highest official auspices in inflaming the populace to the requisite pitch of fury which the Russian government may care to cultivate in support of the official policy in the Eastern question. He has come to conceive, or pretend, that he has a special mission from Heaven to rouse the Russian people for a crusade against the Turks.

The Dragon Voice.

By C. W. S.

[THE following items collected by the American Protestant show what the Church of Rome would like to do. C. W. S.]

No Bible shall be held or read except by priests. No Bible shall be sold without a license, except upon the pains and penalties of that mortal sin that is neither to be forgiven in this world or the next.—Council of Trent.

To give the Bible to the laity is to cast pearls before swine.—Cardinal Hosius.

Accursed be those very crafty and deceitful societies called Bible societies, which thrust the Bible into the hands of inexperienced youth.—Pope Pius IX.

If the Catholics ever gain—which they surely will do, though at a distant day—an immense numerical superiority, religious freedom is at an end.—Archbishop of St. Louis.

There is, ere long, to be a state religion in this country, and that state religion is to be Roman Catholic.—Priest Hecker.

Protestantism, of every form, has not, and never can have, any right where Catholicism is triumphant—Catholic Review.

We hate Protestantism; we detest it with our whole heart and soul.—Catholic Visitor.

Request for Ministers in Illinois to Report

By G. W. Colcord

Report!

REQUEST is hereby kindly made, that, if any or all of our ordained or licensed ministers in Ill. are laboring in the field, they report through the REVIEW all items of interest, calculated to feed the flock of God. Report frequently. Please respond. G. W. COLCORD.

Notices to Readers on Hymn Books, Meetings, and Quarterly Reports

Notices.

Those that have furnished themselves with the new Hymn Book, and wish to act upon Bro. White’s suggestion, will please send their old ones to me, at Ladora, Iowa, by mail, and oblige, F. A. Barlow.

Those that come to the meeting at Alaiedon from the north, south, and west, will come via Lansing, then on the D. L. and L. M. R. R. to Meridian; those from the east to the same station. Teams will meet the trains. Alex. Carpenter, Director.

Let every district (except No. 11), Ill. T. and M. Society, hold its next quarterly meeting Dec. 31. Dist. No. 5 please postpone till that date. I expect to meet with friends in Dist. No. 11, tract meeting, Jan. 7, 1877. All work for Christ. G. W. Colcord.

Will every church treasurer who has not received blanks send me a card by next mail? I will send them immediately after receipt of card. F. M. T. Simonson, Sec. Ill. Conf.

Those coming to the Alaiedon meeting, Dec. 22 and 24, will leave the train at Meridian. J. Fargo.

FRED SIMONSON

By Fred Simonson

Graham

I sent to Robt. Vickery, Belvidere, Boone Co., Ill., for a barrel of graham flour; and although I have used graham for ten years, yet I never saw so good an article. It is to every one's advantage to purchase of him. We are anxious to have this excellent article brought to the knowledge of all the brethren. I never knew that there could be such flour produced. We are sending this without the knowledge of Bro. Vickery.

FRED SIMONSON

Round Grove, Whiteside Co., Ill.

Business Department.

“Not slothful in Business. Rom. 11:12.”

My address is Utica, Dane Co., Wis.

E. M. Crandall.

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