The tract and Missionary Institute, conducted by Eld. B. L. Whitney is moving off gloriously. There are two hundred and forty-one members enrolled. As we visited the class the evening of the 24th, the auditorium of the Tabernacle was well seated. There are more than twenty ministers present, and others are expected. There are also five presidents of T. and M. Societies, five State secretaries, and a large number of directors and librarians in attendance.
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By James White
Eld. S. N. Haskell, accompanied by W. C. White and wife, and Mrs. E. G. White, left for California, via the Chicago and North-Western Railway, the 23d. Eld. H. and W. C. W. will spend a few months there before their contemplated visit to Europe.
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Tract on Geologists Versus the Mosaic Record
By James White
We would say to the friends of Elder Corliss, who are many, that by special request, he has prepared a tract of great value, entitled, “Geologists vs. the Mosaic Record,” which he will send, postage paid, with or without money and price, to all who desire it. His address is Battle Creek, Mich., at present. The liberal will esteem it a pleasure to inclose donations, more or less, with their orders. J. W.
Aid Sent to Elder Corliss in Illness
By James White
We acknowledge with gratitude the prompt response of dear friends at Stony Point, Cal., to our suggestion that Elder Corliss in his illness would thankfully receive aid. These distant friends have sent him the sum of $12. God in answer to prayer, James 5:14, 15, is raising Bro. Corliss to health. California and the Pacific slope generally, will probably be the field of his future labors. J. W.
A Thank-Offering from a Cripple for Oakland Church
By James White
We sometimes hear the remark, “Good what there is of him.” Three-fourths of a true man is better than a whole man composed of poor material. Bro. James Hackett of Galena, Kansas, says:—
“Although not able to work much, on account of having a much worn wooden leg, yet through the providence of God I have a sufficiency of convenient food and clothing. As a thank-offering I inclose $10 to be applied on the house of worship at Oakland, Cal.”
We have $1,700 in that house, and do not call for donations to take the place of what we have given, but to clear the entire debt. We hope that the liberality of this poor cripple will “provoke” men who have means and two good legs on which they can earn more, “unto love and to good works.” J. W.
Reports from Northern Europe and England
The reports from Northern Europe and England given in this number will be read with delight by all the friends of the cause. What can be more interesting and significant than the work on shipboard at Southampton and other ports, by which the names and work of our missionaries, and the influence of the tract distributors, are being heralded from ocean to ocean, and going to the most distant places of the earth.
Late Field Reports From Several States
By Editor
The following reports came too late to find a place in our Progress Department this week. S. H. Lane, Indiana; H. Wren, Missouri; G. C. Tenney, Wisconsin; G. H. Smith, Kansas; J. Fulton, Minnesota; D. M. Canright, Ohio; D. T. Bourdeau, Illinois; A. E. and A. M. Johnson, Wisconsin; E. W. Farnsworth, Iowa; J. C. Smith, Iowa. They will appear in our next.
KANSAS T. AND M. INSTITUTE.
By Smith Sharp; B. L. Whitney
We feel a deep anxiety for the success of this Institute, which is appointed to be held at Osawkee, March 19 to April 5, 1880.
In order that the meeting shall be a success, and accomplish the object for which it is appointed, it is absolutely necessary that there should be a representation from all parts of the State. If this fact is not appreciated, and the attendance is not general from all sections, much that otherwise might be gained will be lost.
We are not willing that this Institute shall be a failure, and do not mean that it shall be. We appeal to every church in the State to at once arrange so that they shall be represented at this meeting. The season of the year is not the most favorable for holding such a meeting; but as this is the best we can do under existing circumstances, we must make the greater exertion in order to secure the object in view. As far as possible, each church should send its librarian; but if this is not possible, then send some other member, so that every church may be represented. If these individuals are not able to meet the expense, the church should assist in defraying the expenses; but in some way let every church secure representation.
Every minister and licentiate should be present, and also the directors and secretaries.
We appeal to you, brethren and sisters, to consider this matter, and act at once. There is no time to lose. Let Kansas avoid the mistakes which have been made in some localities, and by securing the attendance of those who ought to be present, reap the greatest possible advantages from this effort to advance the interests of the T. and M. work. Every effort will be made to secure such reduction on the railroads as can be obtained. Let all who are intending to come, correspond at once with Smith Sharp, Ottawa, Kan.
SMITH SHARP.
B. L. WHITNEY.
NEW YORK H. AND T. SOCIETY.
By Milton C. Wilcox
ACCORDING to our last report we have one hundred and fifty-nine full members in our H. and T. society. It must now number nearly two hundred. Only thirty-three of them have paid “annual dues.” None of the “initiation fees” are retained by the society, and the Secretary must send out the certificates by mail. The only provision made to meet this expense is the sum received from “annual dues.” We hope that those who have not paid will do so at once. If you are near any of our ministers or directors, hand the money to them; if not, send it in stamps to Miss Isadore L. Green, Sacketts Harbor, N. Y. Our agents should see that this is done in the different localities where their labor calls them. We trust all will look at this in the right light. It is but a small sum for each one to pay, but to meet the necessary expenses of the society would be quite a tax upon the Secretary.
I would say that as soon as the certificates are received from the General Association, they will be sent to those who have waited so long for them. Courage and patience, friends. Good things sometimes move slowly; but we hope it will not be so with “annual dues.” After several delays the Secretary has at last been enabled to send certificates to all the names sent by solicitors. There still seems to be some discrepancy. Doubtless, some who are entitled to certificates will fail to receive them, while it is very possible that some who have not paid initiation fees will receive certificates. We trust to hear from any person who may belong to either class.
Oxbow, N. Y. MILTON C. WILCOX, Pres.
Appointments.
“And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.” Matt. 10: 7.
Hickory Corners, Mich., Feb. 28 at 11 A. M. and 7 P. M. Will the church all make an effort to be present? M. B. Miller.
Grand Meadow, Minn., Feb. 25. Oranto, “ 28, 29. Mansfield, “ March 6, 7. Harrison Grant. John Fulton.
There will be a general meeting at Liberty Pole, Vernon Co., Wis., commencing Feb. 28 and continuing over March 1. We desire to see all the churches in Vernon county well represented at this meeting. Bro. O. A. Olsen will be present. O. A. Johnson.
Providence permitting, I will meet the church of Davis City, Iowa, Feb. 28, 29. Afton, “ March 6, 7. Osceola, “ “ 13, 14. Meetings to commence Friday evening. We hope our brethren who live in these different sections will begin to lay their plans to attend these meetings. J. H. Morrison.
A Sabbath-school convention will be held in connection with the general meeting appointed at Leon, Wis., March 6–8, 1880. Lessons for Sabbath, March 6, as per Instructor and Lesson Sheet for that date. The lesson for the little ones will be Lesson 38: A temperance meeting will be held Sunday evening, March 7, under the charge of the Leon club of the A. H. and T. society. Hope to see all the churches in T. and M. district No. 15 represented in this general meeting. S. S. Smith.