LEWIS.—Died in Denver, Colo., of consumption, Mrs. Avis Lewis, in the forty-third year of her age. Sister Lewis died in the faith, having given her heart to God a few days before her death, and accepted the message of truth. She leaves a husband, one son, one daughter, father and mother, and two brothers. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. G. W. ANGLEBARGER.
SAUNDERS.—Died at Sanitarium, Cal., March 7, 1906, Mrs. Agnes M. Saunders, wife of Thos. E. Saunders, aged 37 years. Sister Saunders was a member of the Baptist church of Denver, Colo., until six years ago, when she accepted present truth. She was an invalid for several years, and spent the last two years in San Antonio, Tex., seeking health, and finally coming to California, where she died of heart failure. A husband and a son are left to mourn. J. H. BEHRENS.
CRAWFORD.—Died near Winchester, Idaho, April 21, 1906, of old age, Brother James Crawford, aged 85 years, 8 months, and 22 days. The deceased embraced present truth about thirty years ago in Iowa, and joined the Newton Seventh-day Adventist church. His privileges of meeting with those of like faith had been very limited for several years. The mourning of the relatives is not without hope. The funeral service was conducted by the writer; text, Rev. 14:13.
F. D. STARR.
SUMNER.—Died at Los Angeles, Cal., March 13, 1906, Mrs. Louisa Sumner, aged 63 years. Sister Sumner accepted present truth at Seattle, Wash., in 1892, and was faithful unto death. She was the mother of seven children, five of whom survive to mourn their loss. The funeral was held from the Seventh-day Adventist church of Los Angeles, words of comfort being spoken by Elder J. W. Adams, pastor of the Edendale church, with which Mrs. Sumner was associated. J. F. BLUNT.
COUNTS.—Died Dec. 14, 1905, of pneumonia, Brother H. B. Counts, aged 55 years, 8 months, and 9 days. He and his wife accepted present truth under the labors of Elder R. M. Kilgore in Granbury, Tex., in 1881. In 1889 they went to Missouri, and when the church was organized in Sabula in 1895, Brother Counts was made elder. He loved the truth and continued in it till the day of his death. He leaves a wife, four children, and many relatives and friends to mourn their loss, but they hope to meet him in the first resurrection.
A. P. HEACOCK.
SHAW.—Died at Mount Peace, Jamaica, Feb. 3, 1906, Mrs. Ann Shaw, aged 67 years. Sister Shaw became connected with the Seventh-day Adventist Church more than ten years ago, when the third angel's message was first preached to her. She was beloved and respected by all. She was very positive in religious principles, and her life of patience and charity was a rebuke to many. Six of her children survive to mourn her death. W. A. SHAW.
WHIPPLE.—Died at the home of her sister's daughter, Mrs. Arrol, St. Paul, Minn., March 22, 1906, of apoplexy, Mrs. Sarah Wilbur Whipple, aged 74 years, 5 months, and 20 days. She first experienced religion about twenty-five years ago, when she became a Seventh-day Adventist. We believe she will come forth in the first resurrection. Her husband died two years after they were married. She leaves a sister and a niece and her family to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Rev. 14:13. F. A. DETAMORE.
DAWSON.—Died at Halfway, Ore., March 20, 1906, of neuralgia of the heart, Brother F. A. Dawson, aged 71 years and 3 days. He accepted the truth over fifty years ago, but gave it up in a short time; five years ago, under the preaching of Elder J. A. Holbrook, he returned to the truth, after which he was very earnest and faithful in giving the third angel's message. He leaves a wife, two sons, and one daughter. We laid him to rest in the Halfway Cemetery, to await the coming of the Life-giver, whom he loved so well. Words of comfort were spoken by Rev. W. A. Robinson (Presbyterian).
R. H. VANHOOK.
CARDEY.—Died at Du Quoin, Ill., March 25, 1906, James Henry Cardey, aged 65 years, 11 months, and 24 days. In 1873 he and his wife accepted present truth by reading. After being baptized by Elder Isaac Sanborn, he subscribed for the REVIEW, saying, “Put me down as a life member.” Only a short time before his death he delivered quite an order of books; he had engaged in the canvassing work at intervals for a number of years. He rests from his labors, and his works do follow him. A companion, four sons, and five daughters are left to mourn their loss. We feel sure he rests in hope. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. C. L. TAGGART.
GRIDLEY.—Died at the home of her son, Mr. Albert Gridley, of Detroit, Minn., of tuberculosis, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Gridley, aged 69 years, 9 months, and 15 days. In the year 1889 she heard and accepted the present truth, and united with the church at Lake Eunice, Minn. After the death of her husband about two years ago Sister Gridley went west to visit her daughters who were living near the coast. While there she was taken down with the dread disease, and about six weeks ago was brought back to her son's home at Detroit. She died with a bright hope in Christ. The funeral was conducted from the Congregational church by the writer, assisted by the Congregational pastor; text, 1 Cor. 15:26. C. M. BARCOCK.
MILLER.—Died at her home a few miles from Borden Springs, Ala., Feb. 15, 1906. Sister Sarah C. Miller, wife of Brother J. E. Miller, aged 35 years. At the age of ten Sister Miller experienced a change of heart, and united with the Methodist Church. About ten or twelve years ago, under the labors of Elders Drummond and Wells, she accepted the third angel's message. She lived a consistent, devoted Christian life. She was always quiet and reserved in her manners, and is greatly missed by all. A husband, five children, father, mother, brothers, and sisters mourn their loss, but not as those who have no hope. Words of comfort and admonition were spoken by the writer to a large and sympathizing congregation.
DAY CONKLIN.
PETERSEN.—Died at the home of her son, Brother Levi Petersen, near Merrill, Wis., Feb. 22, 1906, Sister Johanna Petersen, aged 72 years, 8 months, and 25 days. She was born in Denmark, and with her husband came to this country about forty-five years ago. They both accepted the third angel's message about forty years ago under the labors of Elder J. G. Matteson. Sister Petersen was a faithful member of the Poy Sippi (Wis.) church, and she passed away with a bright hope of coming forth in the resurrection morning. Besides other relatives, she leaves three sons and two daughters to mourn their loss; one of these is Sister Julia Anderson, who, with her husband, Elder B. L. Anderson, so recently left this State for the distant China field. She was laid to rest in the Brushville Cemetery, near Poy Sippi, Wis., by the side of her husband, who passed away about sixteen years ago. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Rev. 14:13.
N. P. NEILSEN.
STAINES.—Died at her home at Oakwood, Huntsville, Ala., April 9, 1906, Mrs. O. R. Staines, née M. Alice Atteberry, in the thirtieth year of her age. Sister Staines was widely known, and had many friends, who deeply mourn their loss. During her early days, she was converted, baptized, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Keenville, Ill., remaining a faithful member of the denomination until death, ever anxious to do all in her power to advance the glad news of the coming kingdom. At the age of seventeen, with her sister she entered Battle Creek College, where she remained three years, being very successful in acquiring a good education, with only one object in view,—to become an acceptable laborer in the cause of God. Her simplicity, earnest loyalty, and hard study won for her a place in the hearts of her teachers and fellow students. After completing her studies, she engaged in school work, and enjoyed an excellent reputation as a successful teacher. She seemed to have a special burden for this work. The welfare of her students lay deep in her heart. She was ever informing and inspiring them with her store of knowledge, always ready at hand; many times not only working regular hours, but night and day for their advancement. In the fall of 1897 she was united in marriage with Brother O. R. Staines. They were at that time hopeful of soon going to Africa as missionaries, but circumstances changing, it became their duty to care for their aged grandparents. It seemed that God had in view a different Africa in which he wished them to labor, for about two years ago they were called to connect with our colored training-school located at Huntsville, Ala. Here, as elsewhere, our beloved sister entered heartily into her work, and very efficiently served as matron of the school until last July, when her health would not permit her to carry the burden of this work any longer. She leaves to mourn, besides her husband and mother-in-law, her father, mother, one sister, and two brothers. Her desire during her last sickness was, if in harmony with God's will, to be raised up that she might continue to labor for the success of the school work with which she was identified, but God permitted otherwise, and her labor is ended, and her works do follow her. All who had to do with caring for her during her sickness testify to her unusual patience and appreciation of all that was done for her. Her life-work revealed a spirit of self-sacrifice, a deep love for the truth, and above all, she was a faith-exercising Christian who loved the Lord and waited for his appearing. We feel that in this sad bereavement, not only have many links of personal friendship been broken, but the message and truth have lost a valiant and tried support, one whose place can scarcely be filled. Her funeral took place April 11, and was held in the chapel of our large school building. The services were conducted by Prof. G. H. Baber and the writer. The students of the school attended the funeral, and manifested deep sorrow at the loss of so true a friend. We laid this precious one to rest in the Maple Hill Cemetery, Huntsville, by the side of Grandmother Hall, who died about six months previously, to await the coming of the great Life-giver, and the glorious resurrection morning.
W. J. BLAKE.
Addresses Wanted
The Seventh-day Adventist church of Minneapolis, Minn., desires to know the address of P. S. Henry, and his wife, Mrs. Kitty Henry, as their names still remain on the church record, while all trace of them has been lost. Address Ella E. Merickel, Clerk, Box 989, Minneapolis, Minn.
Publications Wanted
[SPECIAL NOTICE.— We learn that objectionable literature is being sent in response to these requests, and we urge all to examine with special care any periodicals or pamphlets received outside of our well-known denominational publications. Be sure that the literature which you distribute teaches the truth.— ED.]
The following persons desire late, clean copies of our publications, post-paid:—
W. J. Stoops, R. F. D. 8, Honey Grove, Tex., periodicals and tracts.
Mrs. Jennie White, Plaza, Wash., Signs, Instructor, Little Friend, Life Boat.
Washington Training College Calendar
In the calendar of the Washington Training College for 1906-07, just issued, will be found a clear statement of the aims of the institution and full information concerning courses of study and plans of work. There are some departures from the beaten track of such announcements, and the whole calendar will be of interest both to prospective students and to those who are studying the development of the educational system of the denomination. A copy may be obtained by addressing Washington Training College, Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C.
An Offering May 19 for the Pacific Press
By A. G. DANIELLS
In last week's Review a brief announcement was made that it had been decided to call on all our people in the United States for an offering in behalf of the Pacific Press Publishing House. As soon as this had been agreed to by the General Conference Committee a message was sent to our brethren at the Pacific Press asking if this plan would be acceptable. A reply had not been returned when the Review went to press last week, but we have since received a message approving of our proposal.
Before our announcement reached any of our people, letters began coming to our office suggesting that a Sabbath offering be taken. One union conference president telegraphed us that his committee had decided to take an offering throughout their union conference Sabbath, May 12, if the General Conference had no plans that would conflict with this.
We believe that the Spirit of the Lord is impressing the minds of God's people to do this, and therefore we feel assured that we are doing the right thing, and that this effort will be a success.
We do not believe that it is necessary to make a long, loud, pressing call to our people. We believe that they have the sympathy for, and interest in, this publishing institution that Congress and millions of this country have for the homeless ruined people of San Francisco. The publishing house does not, of course, suffer hunger and exposure, but it is one of the Lord's facilities for aiding in giving his last warning message to the world before he arises to shake terribly the earth.
The message God is giving is greater than the people to whom it is being given, and the messengers and facilities used by the Lord in giving his message are great in his estimation. The building and machinery of the Pacific Press can be of value to the Lord only as they are used as facilities in finishing his work in the earth.
We are assured by our brethren at Mountain View that this dreadful earthquake has aroused them to a sense of the nothingness of everything in this world save true Christian character. This means personal experience in appropriating the righteousness of Christ, and in devoting our lives to, and using our facilities for, the one thing to which God calls us.
The Pacific Press Board of Trustees have telegraphed us that their loss is thirty-three thousand dollars. They are not in a financial condition to stand this. They must have help. The Lord has greatly blessed us with means during the last ten years. We are well able to help this institution in its hour of misfortune. Shall we not, therefore, respond liberally to this call for help? This dreadful disaster in San Francisco and other cities on the Pacific Coast shows how utterly uncertain the things of this world are, and how quickly and completely our means can take wings and fly away. We know that soon there will be a greater earthquake than any that has ever been, when everything that can be shaken will be shaken. The only right, sensible thing for a people knowing what we do, is to devote all we are and have to the Lord's work as he directs. Then let us give liberally for the Pacific Press, Sabbath, May 19.
A. G. DANIELLS,
For the General Conference Committee.
Dr. Braucht Appointed Sanitarium Superintendent
WE learn from the Kansas Worker that Dr. F. E. Braucht has been appointed medical superintendent of the Wichita Sanitarium, to succeed Dr. P. S. Kellogg, resigned.
Brother E. R. Palmer in Washington
Brother E. R. Palmer arrived in Washington last Friday on business connected with the general situation in California. Brother Palmer spoke at the M Street church Friday evening, at the People's church Sabbath forenoon, and at Takoma Park on Sabbath afternoon. He will probably spend about a week at headquarters.
Earthquake Special Signs
Have you ordered your supply of the Earthquake Special Signs? The paper itself fully justifies all that has been said concerning it; and when it is shown to the people, it sells itself. This number can be sold for a long time to come, and orders will be filled as long as they are received. Read what Brother Palmer says about this special on page 17.
Scholarships for Selling Denominational Books
An attractive announcement has been issued by the canvassing department of Beechwood Manual Training Academy, Fairland, Ind., calling attention to the offer of the Indiana Conference to give one year's scholarship at this institution to any one who will sell one hundred and fifty dollars' worth of our denominational books, and turn all the money received into the conference treasury. We hope a good number of young people may avail themselves of this opportunity.
Sabbath-School Growth and Contributions
AN interesting and instructive table is published in the May number of the Sabbath School Worker, which shows the membership of our Sabbath-schools, the total contributions, and the amount donated to missions each year from 1887 to 1905 inclusive. The membership has grown from 23,700 to 71,692; the total contributions have grown from $16,751.83 to $69,421.95, and the amount donated to missions from $10,615.72 to $48,972.55. The total amount given to missions during this period is $446,714.55. These figures are encouraging.
Lawlessness in the District of Columbia
ENTRIES upon the criminal records of the District of Columbia have been very frequent of late. This leads the Washington Star to say:—
What with burglaries, highway robberies, murderous assaults upon men and outrages upon women, matters in this District have come to a very serious pass of late. Nearly every day produces a fresh atrocity or violent infraction of the law. A veritable carnival of crime is in progress.
We do not apprehend that the District of Columbia is exceptional in this respect. The restraint of evil is giving way, and lawlessness is in the ascendant. These are perilous times.
The Missionary Idea
In a review of “The Missionary Idea” the Educational Messenger says: “It comes as an inspiration to every Christian to keep alive that first conscious desire when born into the kingdom, to ‘seek and save.’ It comes to every church elder or leader, to every missionary worker or leader of young people, as a most helpful, practical, and suggestive manual for use in cultivating the missionary idea. What the church at home needs to-day is missionary leaders, full of spiritual power, wise to guide, direct, and vitalize the work of the church. This book will help in the development of such.”
A Note From California
By E. J. Hibbard
In reply to many who are inquiring what they can do to help individuals whose homes, furniture, or clothing were destroyed by the San Francisco earthquake and fire, I would say: Do not take collections in your churches for us. Do not in any way divert the funds which should go to push the message in “regions beyond.”
We are “perplexed, but not in despair.” No one is suffering at present. We are deeply grateful that no life has been lost.
If an individual, here and there, has a burden to do something; if God has stirred your heart so that you feel it your duty to do something in this direction, that, I judge, will be all right. But please do not take collections for individuals who have suffered financial loss.
