Earlier text: DISCIPLES OF CHRISTMaynard and Albany.
By J. D. Pegg
We have just closed a very toilsome series of meetings in Maynard. As the result, seven have signed the covenant, and as many more are deeply interested. To-night we commence meetings in Albany. Although somewhat worn, our courage in the Lord was never so strong. We have been clinging to the precious promises of the Master, and find him true to his word every time. The prayers of my dear brethren at Marshalltown and Clarence have been heard in my behalf. Swedish Mission Work in Stanton, Montgomery County
By John F. Hanson
Stanton, Montgomery Co.—I was here ten days, and gave eight discourses. The first two meetings were well attended; but on Sunday the Swedish preacher advised the people not to encourage me by attending my meetings, as they had the truth, and that ought to satisfy them. This diminished my congregations. I obtained eight subscribers to our Swedish paper, and sold about $4.00 worth of Swedish, Danish, and English publications, besides giving away 400 or 500 pages. I find not a few among the Swedes who are religiously inclined. I conversed with several of this class. Hope my visit here may be the means of doing much good. On the 13th I came to a Norwegian settlement in Cass county, intending to labor there, but the doors were all closed before me. PENNSYLVANIA
By J. G. Saunders
Sunderlinville.—After the State quarterly meeting at Wellsville, N. Y., I spent a few days with the Port Allegheny church, looking after our T. and M. work, and distributing Testimony No. 29. I then came to Potter Brook. Held a discussion on the two covenants with a no-law Adventist one evening. The few friends here seemed to be strengthened and encouraged. Many others are convinced that we have the truth, but as yet they have not taken up the cross. We believe fruit will yet appear from the seed sown here. Jan. 23, I came to Sunderlinville, and have since labored here and in this vicinity. Sixteen, the heads of six families with their children, have commenced to keep the Sabbath. Among them is one United Brethren minister. We hope he will be a great help to the Sunderlinville church. Seven Sabbath-school scholars have given their hearts to the Lord, and seven others claim conversion, but are not yet decided on the Sabbath question. The interest is still good; we shall remain here a few days longer. Sold Bibles to the amount of $20, obtained nine subscribers for the Signs, and distributed thirty copies of Testimony No. 29. We desire the prayers of all the dear children of God, that we may be sustained in our effort here, and that God may be honored and his cause advanced. [At a late meeting of the V. M. society at Clyde, Ohio, we had the privilege of listening to the following lines written by the President, Sarah F. Sharpe; and as we considered them too good to keep to ourselves, a motion was made to send them to the Review for publication. It is now time, dear brethren and sisters, that we should all be vigilant, and especially should this quality characterize the little societies that bear this distinctive name. The time in which to do the great work that lies before us is very short; but let us not become discouraged if we do not see the fruit of our labors here. Let us, rather, be faithful, trusting that when the dear Saviour shall come, we may see many souls saved in the kingdom of Heaven by our labors.
IDA SHARPE, Sec.] “In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening withhold not thine hand; for thou knowest not whether shall prosper either this or that, or whether they both shall be alike good.” Eccl. 11: 6. “In the morning sow thy seed,”
But beware, take earnest heed
Lest the seeds that you are sowing,
When you see them rankly growing,
Prove unworthy of your toil,
Unfit to occupy the soil. Sow thy seed by morning light,
When the eastern sky is bright;
Scatter seed along your way,
As you journey at noon-day.
Sow them o’er the flowery plain;
Though birds devour, some may remain. Scatter seeds of truth and love,
Seeking favor from above,
While the throne of grace addressing,
Praying for the Father’s blessing
On the seed you daily sow,
That a goodly share may grow. Scatter seeds o’er hills and valleys,
In dark streets and gloomy alleys;
Some may fall in rich, dark mold,
And bring forth an hundred fold.
Sow them with a willing hand
In whatever place you stand. Scatter seeds of truth around,
Everywhere there’s fertile ground;
Scatter them among your neighbors,
Some may profit by your labors.
Very many are in need
Of the truth; then sow the seed. And at eve stay not thy hand
In a work so good and grand;
Sow even while the light is fading,
While the darkness earth is shading;
Sow by moonbeam’s silvery light;
Seed will grow sown in the night. Which shall prosper, none may know,—
Sown at morn or evening’s glow,—
Or if both alike are growing,
Thus rewarding you for sowing,
So that you some golden grain
Still may reap while life remains. We are sowing precious seeds
In alms-giving and good deeds.
If we’re God’s commandments doing,
And the narrow way pursuing,
Then we’ll hear from God’s dear Son
Precious words at last, “Well done.” ORLEANS, MICH., T. AND M. INSTITUTE.
By B. L. Whitney
This meeting, which closed Wednesday evening, Feb. 18, though not so largely attended as was anticipated, was nevertheless one of considerable interest and profit. From the beginning it was evident that the meeting could not accomplish all that should be done, from the fact that from lack of interest or other reasons but a small proportion of the officers of the districts of that division for which the Institute was held were present. But one district secretary and seven librarians were in attendance from the four districts, including between thirty and forty churches. But those who were there took an active interest in the work, and very good progress was made. The review of the class during the last two days was as creditable as any exercise of the kind I have ever seen in any Institute, and showed a thorough understanding of the accounts on the part of the members of the class, which numbered about sixty. The following preamble and resolutions, unanimously adopted by a rising vote, the last day of the meeting, will be of interest as indicating the feeling of the members as to the importance of the work:— Whereas, We, the ministers, directors, and members of the Orleans T. and M. Institute, having had opportunity during the session of this Institute to see the importance and bearing of a more thorough effort to carry out the system of the tract and missionary organization as adopted by our people, are desirous of becoming still further acquainted with the system and principles of this organization; and Whereas, We are deeply interested that a more general effort should be made throughout this State to put this system in efficient operation in all its details; therefore Resolved, That so far as consistent we will attend the T. and M. Institute to be held at Battle Creek, Feb. 20 to March 15, 1880, that we may have the opportunity of further drill in this important branch of the work. Resolved, That we earnestly recommend to the ministers of142 this Conference, to the directors, secretaries, and librarians of this tract society, and to others desirous of engaging more actively in the missionary work as canvassers or otherwise, to attend this meeting. Nearly all the ministers of this division of the Conference were in attendance, and manifested a good degree of interest in the work. The public services held in connection with these meetings were well attended, the house of worship at times being crowded to its full capacity. There seemed to be a remarkable desire on the part of the public to hear. The brethren of the Orleans church did all in their power to make the meeting a success, and cheerfully entertained all who came. West Salem, Feb. 16.—I returned here Jan. 17, and baptized seven and organized a church of thirteen members. Six others have begun to keep the Sabbath recently. Our new house of worship will soon be ready to plaster. I assisted Bro. Foster a few days at Calhoun. Four were baptized yesterday, and four others will be ready for baptism soon. Feb. 24, he begins a debate there with a Campbellite minister. Pray for us that God may turn the victory on the side of truth. G. F. Shonk. NEBRASKA
By Charles P. Haskell
Beaver, Feb. 11, 1880.—Last Sabbath and Sunday were memorable days to the Richmond church. The prayer-meeting of the Tuesday evening previous was specially devoted to prayer that God would send light and encouragement to one of the brethren whose pathway had for some time been clouded. Sabbath morning the needed help was provided in an encouraging sermon preached by Bro. Starr. In the evening Bro. Starr again spoke to a good congregation of attentive hearers, after which the subject of raising an “educational fund” was considered, and the sum of $116 was pledged for this object. Sunday morning, after a discourse to a crowded house upon the “memorials of God,” two followed their Lord in baptism. And thus ended a spiritual feast. EDUCATED MISSIONARY WORKERS.
By Stephen Nelson Haskell
Nothing in the world is so important as the work of God. Everything is second to it. Angels are commissioned to hold the elements of strife and war on the earth, until God’s servants are sealed. The Saviour’s instructions are, that men should forsake all and follow him. He says, “He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.” He also instructs us to seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, which is right-doing. Yet, notwithstanding the sacredness and importance of God’s work, there is no other enterprise upon which men enter with so little regard for a proper preparation. The idea that simply conversion prepares a person to fill any position in the cause of God is as much a mistake as it would be for any one to consider himself qualified to teach, or to engage in any mechanical pursuit, simply because he had decided to do so. Paul’s charge to Timothy was, “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed.” Again, “Exercise thyself unto godliness.” The word exercise implies a practical training or an educating of one’s self in the cause of God. The wise man, in the last days of his life, says of himself that he “sought to find out acceptable words; and that which was written was upright, even words of truth,” and adds: “The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd.” The T. and M. work is not inferior to any branch of this cause. Shall we, then, think to enter upon it without educating or preparing ourselves to do so acceptably? If Solomon, the wisest man that ever lived, and Paul, the most prominent of the apostles, thought study and training necessary to fit one to labor acceptably in the cause of God, shall not we, who are connected with a cause which is purely missionary, make an effort to educate ourselves to be successful workmen before God and man? Our T. and M. Institutes are especially designed to supply this training. Not only will theoretical knowledge be imparted respecting business transactions and the keeping of books, but instruction will also be given on the best manner to approach people when canvassing, acting as colporters, etc. Properly conducted, these institutes are second to no other means of instruction in this branch of the work. A thousand workers should be in the field to-day where there are but ten. When the cause was in its infancy, the importance of a special preparation for this kind of work was not so much felt; but now that members have increased, and tract-society organizations have been formed from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, through which tens of thousands of our people unite in doing a business which already amounts to over one hundred thousand dollars per year, it can readily be seen that without accuracy and care great losses will occur. We therefore speak for an educated class of missionary workers. Do you ask how and what you shall study? We answer, Study to show yourselves approved unto God, workmen that need not be ashamed, both in the transaction of business and in adapting yourselves to those whom you wish to benefit. We do not say that a system of book-keeping is necessary in giving away a few tracts; but even in this we need to understand how we can make the best impression upon those with whom we associate. The better we understand the nature of this work, and the more clearly we see its bearing and magnitude, and how it is extending to every part of the civilized globe, the more fully we shall realize the necessity of understanding how to take hold of it. Again, the cause of God is a unit. The apostle compares it to the human body, each member, or gift, acting its proper part. The instruction given in these T. and M. institutes is calculated to teach the methods of performing missionary labor, and the system of transacting business, which will bring about harmony, and concentrate our efforts on every part of the field. The Institute now in session in Battle Creek is the most important meeting of the kind ever held among our people. Eld. Whitney has had experience in the missionary work for the past eight years in the large States of New York and Pennsylvania, and his successful manner of teaching cannot fail to interest and instruct any who may be able to attend this Institute. Those who can attend, and fail to do so, will miss a rare opportunity. May God bless Eld. Whitney, and Prof. Stone and his other co-laborers in this and other institutes which he may hold. Battle Creek, Mich., Feb. 22, 1880. SUCCESS IN SERVICE.
By Mrs. C. W. Bixby
What we need is often not so much an increase of ability to work, as a disposition to use the ability we have. What we lack is often not so much a fitness for some position of usefulness as a willingness to perform the duties of the position assigned us. To ignore the present available opportunity, while vainly desirous of something better suited, as we think, to our capacities, is to arraign the Lord and Master, who appoints us our position, at the bar of our own private, and often perverted, judgment. The meekness and lowliness of heart which were the qualifications of his excellent Sonship, transcribed in the heart and life of his adoring disciples, have ever been fruitful of the most gratifying results; and the operations of the Holy Spirit most graciously attend the labors of him whose meekness is avouched and whose humility is apparent. If we would give more earnest attention to the manner of our service, and subject our motives to a more careful scrutiny, we might find a ready solution to the oft-intruding query, Why has our labor been in vain, and our strength spent for naught? The Christian warfare offers no inducements to engage the attention of the craven-hearted, nor promises reward to a divided service. The successful endeavor is but the legitimate result of the faithful surrender of all the powers of our being. To be free in Christ is the essential fitness for a glorious service in his name. To have kept back no part of the price; to have brought for his acceptance nothing that was spurious; to have cleared ourselves from the entanglements of Satan, whereby his hold on us could be maintained; to have gained the victory over self in a battle against such fearful odds, having arrayed against us, “the world, the flesh, and the devil”; and to understand that it is by His power that we have been emancipated, is to enlist our unswerving allegiance and prepare us for a mighty effort. Strength and vigor born of deadly conflict with the powers of darkness seeking to devour our own soul, and the healing balm of a conscience void of offense toward God and man, need but to apprehend the divine appointment of any earthly mission; and He in whose warfare we have engaged will give success to our banner and victory to our arms. In the glorious revelations of the day of final achievement, not he alone whose towering form was prominent in the foremost ranks shall shout deliverance, but the humblest ensign, whose duty it was but to bear the colors of his commander, will raise his voice in the great acclaim. We marvel sometimes at the abounding usefulness and unmeasured success of those whose years certainly offer no explanation of how they achieved such fitness for the work which seems to have been placed ready at their hand. And we have heard those advanced in years express regret that a spirit of laggard obedience too often characterized their earlier efforts. The passing moments bring to us wisdom or weakness, according as we improve or misimprove our opportunities; and a ready and willing obedience, even in the smallest matter, is sure to bring its meed of approbation. He who made a wise investment of two talents received from his lord the same commendation as he who, with greater endowment, produced corresponding return. Our watchword, then, is faithfulness. Faithfulness in that which is least, faithfulness also in much, will be seen at last to have been alike fruitful to the praise of Heaven’s King. —Vesuvius is again active. —In January, the public debt was reduced $11,000,000. —Recent floods are reported in several Spanish provinces. —New York has over $100,000,000 of untaxed church property. —German Socialists disclaim any connection with Russian Nihilism. —Great Britain spends about $10,000,000 every year for new cannon. —More than half of the Kentucky children of school age attend no school. —The Milwaukee County Hospital was recently destroyed by fire; 2 lives were lost. —General Roberts reports officially that 97 Afghans have been hanged, with his sanction. —The total number of students at the University of Berlin is 5,301, the largest attendance it has ever had. —It is said that there is not now one tramp in the Western States where there were 50 a year and a half ago. —A dispatch dated Feb. 20, states that in Rio de Janeiro from 8 to 10 persons are dying daily of yellow fever. —There are in this country 225 ministers of the German Reformed Church who preach in the German language. —The total receipts of the American Board of Foreign Missions for the year ending Jan. 1, 1880, was $116,270.70. —Every week, 118 meetings are held among the working-classes of Paris under the direction of Mr. McAll, evangelist. —It is said that the stocking of Lake Canandaigua with salmon, trout, and other useful fish, has proved a great success. —During the 16 years previous to 1867, Holland received an annual average of over $500,000 from the bulbs it exported. —Last year California exported 2,000,000 gallons of native wine, $20,000,000 worth of wheat, and $26,200,000 of gold and silver. —In Valparaiso, recently, 20 persons were killed, and half the building destroyed, by an explosion of shells in the arsenal. —The Hartford Courant, which has attained the goodly age of 116 years, is the oldest paper of uninterrupted publication in the country. —Spain has, indeed, abolished slavery in Cuba; but the cooly is to take the place of the slave. The laborers are to be imported from China. —Since the Russians have taken possession of the district of Kars, 42,000 of the inhabitants have emigrated, so odious to them is Russian rule. —The superintendent of the census has decided that the appointment of enumerators must be non-partisan, and that women are not ineligible. —Martial law has been proclaimed in Constantinople, it is understood with a view to prevent disturbances in carrying out the military reforms. —The Mexican government will protect the Mormons in their worship, but not in polygamy. This is somewhat discouraging to the “saints.” —New York has followed Massachusetts’ example, and now permits women to serve as school trustees and to vote at elections for school officers. —One of the boilers of a large distillery in Peoria, Ill., exploded on the evening of the 18th, killing two men, and fatally injuring seven others. —A late dispatch states that the Ohio River has reached the height of 41 feet, and the water is still rising. In Kentucky the damage has been very great. —According to the national bureau of statistics, the excess of exports over imports for the year 1879 is $251,350,000, $54,000,000 less than the excess in 1878. —Lord Beaconsfield recently stated in Parliament that he thought the time had come when it should be forever settled who should possess the great gates of India. —The custom-house returns for January, show that for the first time in 5 years the balance of trade foots up against the United States. The imports at New York aggregated $40,000,000. —A dispatch from Nashville dated Feb. 19, states that the Cumberland River is again rising, large portions of the city are flooded, and thousands of persons have been rendered homeless. —The pope has just published an encyclical, in which he asserts the claims of the Vatican, exclusive of the civil authorities, to absolute jurisdiction over marriages and divorces. —Three men who were under arrest for robbing the Farmers and Mechanics’ Bank of Galesburg, Ill., have failed to appear before the Circuit Court, thus forfeiting their bail of $36,000. —James Gordon Bennett has headed the Herald subscription fund for the relief of the suffering in Ireland with the large sum of $100,000; and contributions are said to be coming in at the rate of $500 per hour. —The International Conference on Arctic Explorations has decided not to send a fresh expedition to the North Pole at present; but it advocates the gradual establishment of a chain of stations toward the Arctic regions. —Leo’s banker at Rome has absconded, taking $150,000 belonging to the Vatican. The Christian Weekly thinks it strange that the church papers have not taken it as a text to prove the unsoundness of his religious faith. —The Inter-Ocean thinks the announcement that the Prussian Diet will hold a supplemental session indicates that Socialism, and the disturbed relations between church and state, excite more uneasiness than is acknowledged. —During the past year, a minister residing in Onarga, Ill., has distributed 2,300,000 pages of reading matter in the prisons of Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, California, Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. —Captain Burton, the Oriental traveler and explorer, is about starting on his third expedition to the land of Midian to work the gold, copper, and turquoise mines known to exist there, and which are referred to in the book of Numbers. —The great Arctic explorer, Nordenskjöld, thinks a north-western passage, opening Siberia to commerce through the Obi and Yenisei rivers, is practicable. An account of his recent voyage is soon to be published simultaneously in the Swedish, English, French, and German languages. —Bismarck’s organ has published a remarkable article from which it appears that Germany augmented her military resources, not so much as a menace to any of the other powers as from the fear that the present Republican regime of France may not be able to hold its own. The peaceful assurances contained in the speech of the Emperor confirm this view of the political situation. Will the monarchists of France learn a lesson? —The Christian at Work has the following: “Louis Kossuth says that idiot is a word of Greek extraction, and meant with the Greeks a man who cared nothing for the public interest, but was all devoted to the pursuit of private profit, whatever might have been the results to the community. With this definition, we shall have no difficulty hereafter in knowing under what head to class our Congressmen.” —A treaty has been signed at Washington for the settlement of claims of French citizens resulting from the war of secession. The matter is to be definitely arbitrated by a committee of three, France and the United States each appointing one member, and the Emperor of Brazil the third. The counter-claims of American citizens are to be regarded; but the United States refuses to accept responsibility for acts of Confederates, or for any loss arising from loss or emancipation of slaves. —Mr. Spurgeon, in his first sermon in the Tabernacle after his return from Mentone, Italy, accused England’s rulers of making bloody wars and oppressing nations. He said they consoled themselves with the reflection that the English are a great people, and can do what they like, and it will all come right in the end. But they should remember that pride went before a fall. The proudest and haughtiest of men and nations would yet be brought low. God’s chastisements, when they did come, would be terrible, even unto destruction. —According to the last Congregational Year Book, there are 1,136 Congregational ministers without a charge, and 663 pastorless churches. These ministers have a hard time to get along. One says he “would saw wood or do anything to earn a living;” another returns an income of $13 a month, or $3 a week. The Christian at Work seems to think it strange that with “so much education—7 to 8 years in college and seminary—” they are yet unable to earn a farm-laborer’s wages; and suggests that fewer men enter the ministry, or that more go out into self-sacrificing missionary work, foreign or domestic. —It is generally believed that the British government contemplates assuming a protectorate over Persia, and effecting with her the joint occupation of Herat. The terms of the treaty amount to an offensive and defensive alliance. Lord Beaconsfield, after having denied the rumor, now admits that negotiations are proceeding. A late cablegram from London to the New York Herald says: “The Russia bugbear is made to do duty once more as a pretext for these fresh entangling engagements and enormous responsibilities. The Liberal leaders are undetermined what line to adopt, but sober men of both parties are alarmed at these additional imperial burdens, and consider the project the most serious news since the Turkish convention, it being perfectly calculated to inflame the ‘Jingo’ spirit, captivate the masses, provoke Russian susceptibilities, increase the difficulty of withdrawing from Afghanistan, and pledge England to a policy of perpetual aggression in Central Asia. Nobody in Parliament thinks it worth while to denounce the flagrant immorality of transferring Herat, where England has absolutely no rights, to Persia, who hates the Heratese and is hated in turn by them. Evidently Parliament and the country will be refused an opportunity to express an opinion till the treaty is established.” VERMONT T. AND M. SOCIETY.
By Thos. H. Purdon; A. S. Hutchins
The quarterly meeting of the Vermont T. and M. Society was held according to appointment, Jan. 25, 1880, at Cabot. The President, Vice-president, Secretary, and one director were present, also a few brethren from other parts of the State. After singing and prayer, the minutes of the last meeting were read and accepted. As the meeting was held with those who have recently embraced the truth, some time was occupied in reading the Constitution, and explaining the object and manner of reporting, etc. Adjourned to call of Chair. SECOND MEETING, JAN. 26, 2 P. M.—Prayer by Bro. Peebles. The Secretary read the report of labor for last quarter, as follows:— | Districts |
No. Members |
No. Reports Returned |
No. Members Added |
No. Families Visited |
No. Letters Written |
No. Signs taken in Clubs |
Subscribers obtained for Periodicals |
Pages of Tracts and Pamphlets distributed |
Periodicals Distributed |
Annuals sold and given away |
Cash rec’d on Tracts, Pamphlets and Periodicals |
|---|
| 1 |
57 |
27 |
2 |
28 |
33 |
9 |
7 |
2947 |
448 |
713 |
$40 00 |
| 2 |
40 |
..... |
..... |
..... |
..... |
10 |
..... |
..... |
..... |
..... |
..... |
| 3 |
30 |
..... |
..... |
..... |
..... |
5 |
..... |
..... |
..... |
..... |
..... |
| 4 |
47 |
9 |
1 |
9 |
6 |
17 |
2 |
7169 |
79 |
83 |
$21 15 |
| 5 |
45 |
24 |
2 |
19 |
77 |
59 |
2 |
12222 |
906 |
175 |
$72 66 |
| 6 |
21 |
15 |
..... |
..... |
3 |
13 |
3 |
3158 |
159 |
..... |
$5 62 |
|
240 |
75 |
5 |
56 |
119 |
113 |
14 |
25496 |
1592 |
971 |
$139 43 |
After interesting and encouraging remarks from Elds. A. S. Hutchins and L. Bean upon the object and importance of missionary work, the following resolutions were adopted:— Resolved, That we appreciate and will strive to carry out the suggestions and advice recently published in the REVIEW respecting advance moves in the T. and M. work. Resolved, That to this end, as T. and M. workers, we make special efforts to obtain trial and regular subscribers for our periodicals. Resolved, That every Sabbath-keeping family not already provided with Testimony No. 29 and the three volumes of “Spirit of Prophecy” be looked up and encouraged in some way to obtain and read them. Resolved, That we will return our reports promptly at the end of each quarter. THOS. H. PURDON, Sec. A. S. HUTCHINS, Pres. REPORT OF PENNSYLVANIA.
By Mrs. D. C. Phillips
| Districts |
No. Members |
No. Reports Returned |
No. Members Added |
No. Families Visited |
No. Letters Written |
No. Signs taken in Clubs. |
Subscriptions obtained for Periodicals |
Pages of Tracts and Pamphlets distributed |
Periodicals Distributed |
Annuals sold and given away |
Cash rec'd on Tract |
Funds and Periodicals |
|---|
| 1 |
34 |
9 |
.. |
20 |
..... |
12 |
12 |
2356 |
307 |
65 |
$50 |
12 |
| 2 |
103 |
78 |
6 |
110 |
36 |
47 |
68 |
30850 |
986 |
828 |
113 |
31 |
| 3 |
85 |
27 |
.. |
62 |
31 |
15 |
2 |
11510 |
301 |
254 |
23 |
51 |
| 4 |
47 |
32 |
7 |
97 |
54 |
28 |
22 |
20075 |
308 |
140 |
99 |
26 |
| 5 |
32 |
5 |
.. |
12 |
13 |
.... |
8 |
785 |
72 |
.... |
4 |
62 |
| 1 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
155 |
7 |
.... |
49 |
15934 |
109 |
.... |
31 |
66 |
|
301 |
146 |
13 |
456 |
141 |
102 |
161 |
81510 |
2083 |
1344 |
$322 |
48 |
NOTE.—The local societies at Farmington, Catlin, Coudersport, Gerry Hill, Jamestown, and Blockville failed to report. MRS. D. C. PHILLIPS, Sec. REPORT OF NEW YORK.
By Addie Bowen
| Districts |
No. Members |
No. Reports Returned |
No. Members Added |
No. Families Visited |
No. Letters Written |
No. Signs taken in Clubs |
No. Subscribers obtained for Periodicals |
Pages of Tracts and Pamphlets distributed |
Periodicals Distributed |
Annuals sold and given away |
Cash rec’d on Tract Fund and Periodicals |
|---|
| 1 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
8 |
11 |
10 |
41 |
3892 |
391 |
301 |
$80 85 |
| 2 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
10 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
1228 |
29 |
.... |
11 00 |
| 3 |
64 |
30 |
.... |
81 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
10058 |
644 |
490 |
60 95 |
| 4 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
24 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
9226 |
162 |
.... |
30 13 |
| 5 |
11 |
6 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
.... |
1 |
2454 |
130 |
150 |
.... |
| 6 |
.... |
10 |
.... |
10 |
8 |
.... |
.... |
3420 |
75 |
36 |
24 89 |
| 7 |
39 |
11 |
.... |
55 |
47 |
2 |
20 |
22748 |
345 |
16 |
89 76 |
| 8 |
54 |
18 |
.... |
.... |
14 |
.... |
3 |
15192 |
232 |
31 |
67 24 |
| 9 |
28 |
8 |
7 |
20 |
24 |
.... |
8 |
1138 |
102 |
.... |
43 11 |
| 10 |
.... |
.... |
.... |
59 |
11 |
2 |
.... |
2864 |
59 |
44 |
15 88 |
| *1 |
9 |
.... |
.... |
12 |
12 |
5 |
8 |
9400 |
79 |
45 |
117 58 |
|
205 |
83 |
7 |
279 |
173 |
29 |
89 |
81620 |
2248 |
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“Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth.” Rev. 14:13. MARTIN.—Died at Otsego, Mich., Feb. 10, 1880, Clara M., wife of John Martin. At the time of her death, Sister Martin was 51 years of age. Her disease was dropsical consumption. Though a great sufferer, she seemed to be perfectly reconciled to her death, and gave good evidence of a well-founded hope in Christ. The funeral discourse was delivered by the writer. W. H. LITTLEJOHN. BENNETT.—Died of pneumonia and inflammation of the bowels, near Windsor, Ill., Jan. 16, 1880, George R., son of Geo. and M. J. Bennett, aged 9 years, 6 months, and 17 days. His sufferings, though only for a few days, were very great; but he evinced a patient thoughtfulness beyond his years. Just before he died he sang very distinctly and feelingly:— “Oh! the Lamb, the Lamb, the loving Lamb,
The Lamb on Calvary;
The Lamb that was slain, yet lives again
To intercede for me.”
He was a bright, dutiful boy, and learned very fast. We have the blessed hope that he sleeps in Jesus, and we patiently wait to be reunited at the first resurrection. Funeral discourse by Eld. P. Warren, Disciple minister. GEO. BENNETT.