p. 24 | Review and Herald, Vol. 85, No. 47. (11/19/1908)

Earlier text: Christ’s Most Essential Gift to His Church

Fulfilling Prophecy

By A. G. DANIELLS

A. G. DANIELLS

(Reading for Sabbath, December 19)

From the beginning of their work in 1845, Seventh-day Adventists have believed that they have been fulfilling prophecy. That is to say, we have believed that the message we are giving, and the time when it is to be given, are set forth in prophecy. We have also believed that the time fixed in the prophecy for proclaiming that message to the world has come, and that in proclaiming it we are fulfilling the prophecy.

Such convictions give great assurance and courage to those who possess them. Surrounded with so much error and darkness, it is a great thing to feel sure that we have the truth—that we stand in the light. Facing so many wide-open avenues, it is unspeakably comforting to know that we have entered the right one, and that we are doing the right thing.

Many times in the history of this world, God has raised up people, and set on foot movements, for the fulfilment of his word. The removal of Israel from Egypt to Palestine is a notable instance of this character. In his dealings with Abraham, the Lord, on one occasion, said to him:— “Know of a surety that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs, and shall serve them; and they shall afflict them four hundred years; and also that nation, whom they shall serve, will I judge: and afterward shall they come out with great substance. And thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace; thou shalt be buried in a good old age. But in the fourth generation they shall come hither again: for the iniquity of the Amorites is not yet full.”

Here is a prophecy of the servitude of Abraham’s descendants in Egypt, and of their return to Palestine. Hundreds of years later this prophecy had a marvelous fulfilment. The full account of the movement is given in the books of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, and Joshua.

The transfer of Israel from Palestine to Egypt was begun when Joseph was taken there and sold as a slave, and fully accomplished when Jacob went down with his family in the time of famine. Then “Joseph died, and all his brethren, and all that generation. And the children of Israel were fruitful, and increased abundantly, and multiplied, and waxed exceeding mighty; and the land was filled with them. Now there arose up a new king over Egypt, which knew not Joseph. And he said unto his people, Behold, the people of the children of Israel are more and mightier than we: come on, let us deal wisely with them; lest they multiply, and it come to pass, that, when there falleth out any war, they join also unto our enemies, and fight against us, and so get them up out of the land. Therefore they did set over them taskmasters to afflict them with their burdens.” Ex. 1:6-11.

Here we have the affliction that was foretold in Genesis 15. Abraham, to whom all this had been revealed, and to whom the promise of deliverance had been made, was dead. But the living God had not forgotten his people, and now he set on foot a movement to fulfil his promise. He appeared in the burning bush to Moses in the wilderness, and said: “I am come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land unto a good land and a large, unto a land flowing with milk and honey.”

Then began one of the most remarkable movements that has ever occurred in the history of God’s people. They were delivered from Egyptian bondage and affliction; they were led back to Abraham’s land, and each tribe was given a definite and permanent possession. When it was all consummated, Joshua said to all the people:— “Behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth: and ye know in all your hearts and in all your souls, that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the Lord your God spake concerning you; all are come to pass unto you, and not one thing hath failed thereof.”

This account gives us a very clear and forcible illustration of a movement among men which fulfils inspired prophecy. The details of the movement fit the details of the prophecy so clearly and exactly that there can be no question regarding its being a fulfilment of prophecy.

Another instructive lesson of this sort is to be found in the account of the captivity of Israel in Babylon and their return after seventy years. Because of their rejection of the Lord’s counsel, they were carried into captivity, and Jerusalem, their beautiful city, was laid in ruins. The prophet Jeremiah foretold the duration of their captivity, and also their return. He said:— “For thus saith the Lord, After seventy years be accomplished for Babylon, I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place. For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.”

When the seventy years had expired, the Lord moved the heart of Cyrus, king of Persia, to set Israel free, and to assist them in returning to Jerusalem to rebuild the city. To all the people Cyrus said:— “Who is there among you of all his people? his God be with him, and let him go up to Jerusalem, which is in Judah, and build the house of the Lord God of Israel (he is the God), which is in Jerusalem. And whosoever remaineth in any place where he sojourneth, let the men of his place help him with silver, and with gold, and with goods, and with beasts, beside the free-will offerings for the house of God that is in Jerusalem.”

The people promptly responded to this gracious offer, and this marked the opening of a great movement, which resulted in restoring Israel to their land, in rebuilding their city and temple, and restoring the temple services. All this called for years of toil and sacrifice. It called for strong faith in God, for clear discernment between right and wrong, and for great firmness and steadfastness of purpose. The books of Ezra, Nehemiah, and Zechariah convey some idea of the trials, opposition, obstacles, and discouragements that had to be met in this movement. These books tell us also of the complete success that finally crowned the movement.

These experiences show how closely every detail of the prophecy was met in the movement raised up in fulfilment of it. The two fit together so closely that their identity is easily seen. The prophecy is made the basis and authority of the movement. The words of the prophecy clearly outline the message that is to be proclaimed, and the work that is to be carried forward. In all respects the character and scope of the movement correspond with the character and scope of the prophecy it fulfils.

To-day prophecy is being fulfilled on a greater, a more sublime scale than ever before in the history of the world. Nations are fulfilling prophecy. The capitalist and the laborer are fulfilling prophecy. The Church of Rome and the backslidden Protestant churches are fulfilling prophecy. And God’s remnant people are fulfilling prophecy.

All these prophecies relate to the closing events of this world’s history. They meet at this point, and bring the world face to face with the last great crisis in the conflict between good and evil.

The prophecy God’s people are fulfilling calls for a world-wide gospel movement. It calls upon all men everywhere to accept Christ as their Saviour, and, by his help, to render obedience to all the commandments of God. It calls upon those who do this to proclaim God’s message to every nation, tongue, and people upon the face of the earth. And the prophecy assures us that when this is done, the end will come, and God’s

people will receive their eternal reward.

Every feature of this prophecy is being fulfilled before our eyes to-day. A hundred thousand persons who have had their attention called to the prophecy have grasped its meaning, and have come into harmony with it. Their faith lays hold of Christ for salvation, and for power to obey God’s law. They understand how and when the hour of God’s judgment began. They discern the spiritual fall of the Protestant churches, and know the cause. They see the cunning working of the papacy, and realize its terrible meaning.

And, knowing these things as they are revealed in prophecy, God’s people have undertaken the great task of making them known to the whole world. This is truly a great undertaking. It is altogether too great for us to accomplish with human power and with man’s limited resources. But the Lord of hosts is at the head of the work, and his power and resources are unlimited. For more than a century he has been shaping affairs in the world for the accomplishment of this work. He has brought all parts of the world close together. He has opened the doors of all nations for his messengers. He has provided every needed facility for rapid transportation from place to place, and for the speedy proclamation of his message. Surely he is able to finish what he has begun.

The greatest need of the hour is a church ready for the work,—a church full of faith in God,—a church endued with the Spirit of God,—a church fully surrendered for any sacrifice and service called for. This is what we as a people should be. This is the preparation for which we have earnestly been praying during this week of prayer.

The Lord has been unspeakably good to us. He loves us, and owns us as his. He has bestowed upon us great blessings. He has given us great opportunities and possibilities for service in his cause. All these mercies should appeal to us, and lead us to a greater consecration of our lives to his service than we have ever yet made.

Thank God the battle is on. The movement we are carrying forward fits every detail of the prophecy given by John in the Revelation. The evidences that this work is of God multiply with each passing year. Let us all fully consecrate our service to God for the finishing of his work. And now as we bring our annual thank-offering to him for the cause of missions, let us earnestly pray that the Lord of the harvest will send forth laborers into the needy fields, and give great power to his people for the final work of witnessing. Truly “now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand.”

Promises

Children’s Lesson — No. 8

Promises

(Announce subject beforehand, and ask each child to be prepared to repeat a promise from the Bible.)

Memory Verse: “There hath not failed one word of all his good promise.” I Kings 8:56.

There are about thirty thousand promises in the Bible—eighty-two for each day in the year.

For whom are these promises? Acts 2:39.

What kind of promises are these?—“Exceeding great and precious.” 2 Peter 1:4.

Unconditional. Matt. 5:45.

Conditional. Prov. 8:17; Luke 11:9.

Promises for the sinner. 1 John 1:9.

For those in trouble. Ps. 9:9; 1 Peter 5:7.

For peacemakers. Matt. 5:9.

For the obedient. Eph. 6:1-3; Jer. 7:23.

For the faithful. Rev. 2:10.

For the missionary. Dan. 12:3.

(Add to this list as the children repeat the verses they have learned.)

The words of the Lord stand forever. Isa. 40:8; 1 Peter 1:23, 25.

The Field Work

By J. A. SKINNER

A Year's Experience in the Sale of “Liberty” and “Life and Health”

MORE than a year ago my stepdaughter, who was then fifteen years of age, wrote to me, while I was away from home, saying, “Papa, if you will go with me, I will undertake to sell Life and Health to pay my tuition and expenses in the academy for a year.” I immediately answered, “Norah, I will go with you.”

For a few weeks I assisted my daughter in the sale of Life and Health, then decided to turn my attention to the sale of Liberty. Since beginning our work, we have visited sixteen large cities, from Lincoln, Neb., to Boston, Mass., and New York City.

My daughter is now in school at South Lancaster Academy, having earned more than enough to pay her way through school, and I am at work in the great city of New York.

During the year I have canvassed about two hundred fifteen days of five or six hours each, and have sold about twelve thousand copies of Liberty, including a limited number sold for the church in Columbus, Ohio, besides about two thousand copies of Life and Health sold before starting with Liberty. In ten months my daughter sold about as many copies of Life and Health as I have of Liberty altogether.

In regard to my experience, I will say that, altogether, I have enjoyed the work. Of course, among busy business men a canvasser for a religious periodical, or, in fact, for any publication, will meet with many rebuffs, and sometimes, although not often, with sharp, coarse criticism. This is good discipline, provided the canvasser has learned the blessed lesson of keeping cool and sweet, and never resenting any insulting or offensive remarks.

One instance I will relate of a lawyer in a large city in Ohio. He was a Roman Catholic, well educated, sharp, critical, but withal very impulsive. After a short canvass, he took the paper in his hand (it was Liberty, No. 4, 1907), and as he glanced over the headings, I noticed the color rising in his face, and felt that a storm was brewing. Suddenly he broke forth in language not only uncomplimentary, but abusive and profane, against both the journal and the poor canvasser, who was beginning to fear that he would be forcibly ejected from the office, but who silently lifting his heart to God, mutely waited until the storm had spent its violence, then in subdued tones ventured, pleasantly and respectfully, to recommend some of the articles as worthy of consideration. A great calm followed the storm, and in a few minutes the lawyer bought the paper, and in parting with the canvasser shook hands warmly, and invited him to call again whenever he should visit the city.

Many incidents along the way are sources of encouragement to the earnest worker. As I was leaving a large office where I had sold a number of copies of Liberty, a young man asked me a question which required quite a lengthy explanation. While engaged in talking with him, others left their desks and came up around the young man, and other questions were asked. Finally every one in the office listened attentively for more than half an hour to an explanation of the movements already on foot that will soon result in the enactment of oppressive laws, restricting religious freedom, and at last developing into a union of church and state. Such blessed experiences are as fuel to keep the fire of enthusiasm burning in the bosom of the canvasser. J. A. SKINNER.

China

By F. A. Allum

HONAN.—We take this opportunity of telling our friends and all lovers of the message something of the work in this province. At the last yearly council of the workers in China, it was recommended that Dr. and Mrs. A. C. Selmon and Mrs. Allum and myself open up work in Cheo-Chia-K’Ou; so we have all been very busy for some months fitting up this new station. God has led in coming here, and we have a good location. For this we thank our Heavenly Father.

This is the largest city in Honan, and is the commercial center of its thirty-five million people. It has good river connections, and one can readily reach all parts of the province from here.

There has been a rearrangement of the stations in Honan. Some have been given up; that is, as stations where foreigners are located. Some of these places where there are Sabbath-keepers are being worked as out-stations. Our present plan is to have one, or at the most two, central stations in this province. Then we plan to reach the other parts of the province by native evangelists and colporteurs. In this work our literature must play an important part. Our principal work just now is to train native workers. Of course we go out with these, and follow up any interest that is aroused. This seems to be the most feasible plan for doing a thorough work.

I am glad to say that the Lord is giving

us faithful evangelists and colporteurs. At Cheo-Chia-K’Ou we have had five foreign workers; namely, Dr. and Mrs. Selmon, Brother E. Miller, my wife, and myself. The only other foreign workers in Honan are Brother and Sister J. J. Westrup. Thus you will see that we have a large field before us. We ask you to make the work in this province a special subject of prayer. You can do much for China when you are on your knees.

A few days ago I returned from a trip into the country, and it may be of interest to know how one fares on such a trip. I had engaged a boat to take me ninety-five li [about thirty-two miles] down the river. We traveled all night, and the next day about noon arrived at Huei Tien. From here I still had thirty-five li [about twelve miles] to travel before the Sabbath began. This I made on a wheelbarrow. I arrived at Chien Ma Lu a little before the Sabbath. Here I was greeted by a number of Sabbath-keepers, who had never been visited by our missionaries before, although they had often been to our station, and our native evangelists had visited them. They were glad to have me visit them in their homes. It is impossible for those in the home land to imagine how poor these people are, but it will give some idea when I tell the contents of the room in which I slept during the three nights when I was in their village. In one corner were two cows, in another a donkey and its colt; my host and I slept in the other end. During the night, the colt came several times to my bed, and began nibbling my hair. However, I slept serenely; for I was on the King’s business. Sabbath and Sunday were profitable days. I presented the following subjects: How We Should Keep the Sabbath; How Christ Regarded His Father’s Law, and How We Should Regard It; Lessons from the Life of Peter; Why God Sends Us Afflictions; The Second Coming of Christ; etc. The native evangelist preached to the unbelievers on the true God, repentance, etc. There are eight in this village who are trusting in Jesus for salvation. They have not all come to the fulness of the truth, but they are anxious to be taught. They are looking forward to Jesus’ coming with much interest. Pray for them, that they may be kept faithful till the end.

I also had the opportunity to present the Sabbath truth to two believers from the China Inland Mission. They seemed like earnest men, and keep Sunday strictly. Sabbath and Sunday it rained so hard that I could not go to the other villages where there were Sabbath-keepers, as the water became too deep on the roads. So I had to return the way I went, this road fortunately being higher than the others. Even on this the water was two feet deep in places. The Christians provided three cows and a kind of sledge, and on this rather crude vehicle I rode fifteen or twenty li [five to seven miles], and then took my boots and socks off and walked the rest of the way. At Huei Tien we engaged a boat, and returned home in good time. In all, I was away five days.

This week we have had six cases of opium-poisoning. Two of these died. One was a young married woman, who had a child only three months old. Why do you suppose she took the poison?—Her mother-in-law blamed her for something that was not her fault, and the young woman answered back that she was not to blame. This angered her mother-in-law, who ordered her son to beat his young wife. He obeyed his mother, and gave his wife a terrible beating, and then she in despair took the poison. They brought her too late, and she died. Thus hundreds are dying in China every month.

To-day the girl’s parents and friends have been at the old mother-in-law’s home, breaking up the pots and pans and everything they can lay their hands on. The mother-in-law has fled, in fear of her life. This is China as we see it, not one day but often.

This summer has been very hot, and there has been much sickness among the Chinese. We are thankful that we have enjoyed good health all through the summer. We regret, however, that Dr. and Mrs. Selmon had to leave on account of Sister Selmon’s health. They went to Moh Kan Shan, near Shanghai, for a time, and now Sister Selmon is granted leave of absence on account of sickness. Dr. Selmon has also been appointed as a delegate to the General Conference, and so for a time we shall lose these valued workers from this field.

We have just concluded a month’s Bible school at this station. The native workers from Brother Westrup’s station and our own attended, and we had a class of ten men, and another class of women. Brother Westrup, Brother Esta Miller, and the writer conducted the daily class for the men, which covered the important points of present truth. It was indeed a blessed season; for we realized that the Lord came very near to us in the presentation of these subjects. As we approached the time to open our school, it was with no little fear that we thought of the various important doctrines that needed to be presented, for none of us had been in China long; but we are thankful to say that in answer to continued prayer, the Lord certainly helped us. The daily examinations revealed the fact that the members of the class clearly comprehended the subjects taught; and what is still better, a deep desire has taken hold of our workers to go out among the millions of this province, and warn them of the soon coming of our Saviour. This experience has done more to encourage us than any other since we came to China.

Since Dr. and Mrs. Selmon left us, we have had the privilege of welcoming to our station Brother and Sister R. F. Cottrell, who have been appointed by the China Mission Committee to this station. We extend to them a hearty welcome, and our prayer is that the Lord will richly bless them as they co-operate with us in the proclamation of the message in this land.

In closing we would thank our Heavenly Father for the progress which he has permitted us to see in this province, and our constant prayer is that we may always be kept in that humble position where he can use us to do still greater things. Brethren and sisters, pray for us, pray for China. As I have said before, you can do much for China when you are on your knees before God. F. A. ALLUM.

Business Notices

This department is conducted especially for the accommodation of the Seventh-day Adventist readers of this paper.

Brief business notices will be published subject to the discretion of the publishers, and on compliance with the following—

Conditions

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We open no accounts for advertising, and cash must accompany each order.

A charge of one dollar will be made for each insertion of forty words or less. Each additional word, initial, or group of figures in excess of forty, will cost three cents.

No discount for several insertions.

For Sale.— A complete line of Cereal and Nut foods. Order Nitrosia, a delightful substitute for meat. Write us for prices on our foods and Cooking Oil. Iowa Sanitarium Food Co., Des Moines, Iowa.

The Otter Lake (Mich.) Medical and Surgical Sanitarium makes a specialty of the care and treatment of the insane, and is meeting with excellent success. We also do a general line of work. Low rates.

Wanted.— Would like to correspond with a man and his wife who are trained Adventist nurses (without family) and competent to take charge of city treatment-rooms. Address Otter Lake Medical and Surgical Sanitarium, Otter Lake, Mich.

Wanted.— To correspond with isolated Sabbath-keepers who wish church and church-school privileges, those who wish to “leave the large cities,” and health-seekers. All about the beautiful Mesilla Valley of New Mexico. Wm. A. Ross, Las Cruces, N. M.

For Sale at a Bargain.— Relinquishments of two beautiful 160-acre homesteads near Denver, Colo. Well adapted to poultry and dairy farming. Good crops, markets, and excellent soil. Owners desire to be free to continue in canvassing work. Address R. B. Barber, Lyons, Colo.

For Sale.— 500,000 beautiful Bible mottoes; over 95,000 sold in 5 months just past. Mothers, fathers, and children love our mottoes. 50 Imported Cards, size 4 x 7½, $1.75; 50 heavy paper, 12 x 16, $3; 100, $5. Sent by mail. Address, with stamps. Hampton Art Co., Hampton, Iowa.

For Sale.— Sanitarium Cooking Oil, pure and healthful; no odor; keeps indefinitely: 5-gal. can, $3.50; 10-gal. can, $7; 64 cents a gal. in half-barrel and barrel lots; 30 gal. and 50 gal. Address Sanitarium Cooking Oil Co., Louisville, Ky.

Hygienic Vegetable Cooking Oil.— Best shortening known. Guaranteed under pure food law. Keeps sweet and choice. 5 gal., $3.50; 10 gal., $6.75. Cans crated. ½ bbl. (about 32 gal.), 60 cents a gal. By freight from Louisville, Ky. Address Dr. O. C. Godsmark, Chattanooga, Tenn.

An opportunity is offered for ten or twelve Seventh-day Adventist families to locate on a large tract of land five miles from church and church-school. Good land well situated, all under irrigation; price reasonable. For particulars address Elder J. A. Leland, Box 294, Albuquerque, N. M.

Wanted at Once.— At the Long Beach Sanitarium, Long Beach, Cal., consecrated Christian man who is thoroughly competent to take charge of, and keep in perfect order, up-to-date sanitarium treatment-rooms. Must understand and be able properly to give galvanic, sinusoidal, faradic, and static electricity, and all Battle Creek Sanitarium methods of treatments. Permanent place for first-class man. No other need apply. We also need a few more first-class graduate lady nurses. Give school from which you were graduated, and experience you have had.

NOTICES AND APPOINTMENTS

Addresses

THE address of J. M. Fletcher is 1821 South Highland Ave., Chanute, Kan.

The permanent address of Elder E. G. Hayes is 116 E. Jacob St., Louisville, Ky.

Until further notice, the address of Elder L. D. Santee will be Tri-City Sanitarium, Moline, Ill.

_Publications Wanted_

THE following-named persons desire late, clean copies of our publications, post-paid:—

Mrs J. E. Youmans, Mainard, Mo., Instructor and Little Friend only.

Mrs. Lottie Barnett, Morehouse, Mo., Life and Health, Instructor, Watchman, Signs, and tracts.

Mrs. C. S. Drury, Carterville, Ill., continuous supply of Signs, Watchman, Little Friend, and Youth’s Instructor.

Obituaries

SCOTT.—Brother Henry Scott died at his home in Atlanta, Ga., Sept. 17, 1908. He was born in Alabama in 1840. About seven years ago he accepted the Sabbath truth under the labors of Elder M. C. Sturdevant, who is now laboring in Africa. He was a great lover of this message, and loved his church, where his presence is greatly missed. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, from John 11: 1-44. W. H. SEBASTIAN.

NAGLE.—Gustave A. Nagle was born Sept. 20, 1862, in Iowa, and came to the Pacific Coast in 1888. On Oct. 20, 1908, he was suddenly killed by a cable breaking and striking him on the back, while working in a logging-camp some miles out from Vancouver, Wash. He leaves a wife, a brother, and other relatives, and a goodly circle of friends, to mourn. The writer preached the funeral sermon, using as a text, Job 30: 23. R. D. BENHAM.

FRITZ.—Died Oct. 17, 1908, of tuberculosis, Mrs. Lucinda Fritz, aged 52 years, 5 months, and 23 days. Sister Fritz was a charter member of the Canton (Ohio) Seventh-day Adventist church, and to the last enjoyed a rich religious experience. She leaves a husband, a daughter, and three sisters to mourn their loss. We laid her to rest in Westlawn Cemetery, to await the coming of the Life-giver. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Job 14: 1-4. B. J. FERCIOT.

RICHARDSON.—Aurelia Catherine Story was born Nov. 23, 1811, in Canada, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. L. H. Stanton, in Alaiedon, Mich., Oct. 10, 1908, at the age of nearly ninety-seven years. Early in life she was married to Cyrus Filmore. Death claimed the husband and three of the five children who were born to them. She was later married to Mr. Richardson, who also died. At the age of twenty-three she was converted and united with the Baptist Church; seventeen years ago she began the observance of the Sabbath. Her long life was one of faith and trust in God. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Gorsline (Methodist), assisted by Rev. Ellet (Presbyterian). LIBBIE S. GREGG.

PAUL.—Lottie B. Paul, wife of John E. Paul, died at Springdale, Ark., Oct. 2, 1908, aged thirty-four years. Sister Paul's sad death was made more sad by attendant circumstances. Her little daughter, Lois Odell Paul, eleven years of age, died on September 5, while Sister Paul was too sick to leave her bed. The cause of death in both cases was typhoid fever. Sister Paul was a model Christian wife and mother. Every one loved her, and those who knew her best loved her most. She and her two young daughters were baptized soon after they came to Springdale, and all three became members of the Seventh-day Adventist church at that place. She was pleased with the country she had come to live in, and often spoke of the beauty of her mountain home, and of the beautiful climate. M. L. LEACH.

HOYT.—Died in Syracuse, N. Y., Sept. 28, 1908, Sister E. M. Hoyt, aged 53 years, 4 months, and 1 day. Her death was quite sudden, only about four hours from the time she was taken ill. She had been subject to trouble of the heart, which is supposed to be the cause of her death. She was converted while quite young, and united with the Presbyterian Church. About sixteen years ago she embraced present truth, to which she faithfully adhered. When the death-stroke came, she seemed fully aware of it, and was solicitous for her husband and son, rather than for herself, but was able to commit all into the hands of her Heavenly Father, and passed quietly to rest. The funeral service was held in her home, in which many relatives and friends were gathered, Elder F. H. De Vinney being present, and assisting in the services. S. B. WHITNEY.

AUGEE.—Died at Grass Valley, Ore., Oct. 4, 1908, Leona Blanch, daughter of Brother and Sister C. H. Augee, aged two years and one month. Blanch sleeps “beneath the daisies” about ten miles out from Vancouver, Wash., until the glad day when the children shall “come again to their own border.” The funeral service was conducted by the writer. R. D. BENHAM.

MARTIN.—Died at the home of his step-daughter, Sister Angie Martin, one and one-half miles north of Berlin, Mich., Mr. F. W. Martin, aged 87 years, 7 months, and 14 days. He had not had a sick spell, but gradually became weaker till Friday, October 23, when he breathed his last. He had not made any profession of religion, but respected the truths of the Adventist people, and in his last days was a believer in them, trusting in the mercies of a loving Saviour. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. J. M. WILBUR.

STIMPSON.—Mrs. Mary E. Biglow Stimpson was born in Redford, Mich., July 25, 1838, and died in Stewardson, Ill., at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Bella Proctor, Aug. 3, 1908, of dropsy, aged seventy years. Sister Stimpson accepted present truth at Northville, Ill., about 1871, under the labors of Elders R. F. Andrews and T. M. Steward. She was an exemplary Christian, adorning the profession she had made with a godly life. The funeral service was conducted by Elder J. B. Locken, and she was laid to rest beside her husband in the cemetery at Gibson, Ill. C. H. BLISS.

ROSS.—Died Sept. 29, 1908, of infirmities incident to old age, just one month after the death of his devoted companion, Brother Isaac Ross. He was converted and united with the Seventh-day Adventists under the faithful labors of Elder Isaac Sanborn in 1879, near Rockport, W. Va. He was a kind husband and father, and was highly respected by all who knew him. Four sons, three daughters, and many friends mourn their loss, but not as those who have no hope, for they have the comforting assurance of Rev. 14: 13. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Job 14: 1. W. R. FOGGIN.

BUSS.—Laura A. Buss was born in Abington, Conn., Sept. 16, 1829, and died Oct. 8, 1908. At an early age she became a Christian, joining the Methodist Church, of which she remained a member until 1890, when she heard and accepted the third angel's message. Nearly three years ago she was stricken with paralysis, which left her practically helpless. She bore her suffering with patience and Christian fortitude. One son and one daughter are left to mourn. Words of comfort were spoken by W. M. Crawford, of Grace M. E. Church, to a large company of friends and neighbors. We laid her to rest in Hope Cemetery, at Worcester, Mass. J. P. BROWN.

WRIGHT.—Died at his home near Parish, N. Y., Oct. 9, 1908, S. Newell Wright, in his eighty-seventh year. For a number of years he had been subject to rheumatism, but for more than a year other complications had greatly increased his sufferings, confining him to the house, and much of the time to his bed. He bore his suffering patiently, but the end was not unwelcome. His religious life began about 1870, when he embraced present truth, and with his companion was baptized by Elder C. O. Taylor. To this faith he consistently adhered, spending much time in publicly advocating its truths. His wife and two sons survive him. The large concourse of people at his funeral showed the esteem with which he was regarded by his neighbors. He was laid to rest in the family cemetery, on his own farm. S. B. WHITNEY.

Signs of the Times

By Editor

Christmas Number

THE December number of the Signs of the Times, coming at the days of the Christmas-tide, will be appropriate to the season. The great Biblical theme of the paper will be “The Word Incarnate and Triumphant.” It will contain articles on—

“The Coming of the Christ-Child” (what the nativity means).

“The Love of God Expressed in Christ.”

“The Enmity.”

“The Triumphant Word.”

The cover illustration is from one of the finest paintings of Plockhorst, “The Revelation of the Angel to the Shepherds on the Hills of Judea.” This has been placed in a fine decorative setting, printed in beautiful colors, and will appeal with great force to all at this season of the year.

The great thought of the Biblical part of the paper will be “The Word Made Flesh, and the Triumph of That Word in the Flesh,” a message of hope and encouragement to every soul.

The Watch-Tower will contain a finely illustrated article, entitled “Rome’s Challenge to England: The Eucharistic Congress.”

There will be a Bible Reading on the first and second advents.

Mrs. Adams has contributed an excellent article for our Home Department, entitled “Patient as a Tree.” An illustrated missions article on “Our Work in Mussoorie, India,” is contributed by Mrs. J. L. Shaw.

The Notes on Current Topics will deal with some of the great questions and problems which are interesting the world at the present time, and which are also vital to its existence.

This is not a filled-up number; it is one in which every article is worthy a place in the journal, and we are sure that those who read it will wish to pass it on.

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Dr. A. H. Lewis

WE have learned with regret of the death of Dr. A. H. Lewis, whose name and work have been so closely associated with the recent history of the Seventh-day Baptists in America. Dr. Lewis was the efficient editor of the Sabbath Recorder from 1882 until 1896, and held other official positions in the organized work of the Seventh-day Baptists. He is also the author of several valuable works upon the different phases of the Sabbath question, and was a vigorous defender of the Sabbath of the fourth commandment. His death is a serious loss to the denomination with which he was connected, and will be deeply regretted by all who knew him and his work. As expressing their feelings, the General Conference Committee has adopted the following resolution:—

Having heard with sorrow the sad news of the death of Dr. A. H. Lewis, the General Conference Committee desire to express their appreciation of the earnest work which he has done in the cause of Sabbath reform and of religious liberty, and to extend to his associates and to Mrs. Lewis their sympathy in this bereavement.

Consecrated Enthusiasm in a Great Movement

By Arthur Grosvenor Daniells

THE Harvest Ingathering plan for raising funds from the general public for the support of our foreign work has been received most cordially by our people, and is being responded to with commendable enthusiasm. A mighty movement is now on, which should enlist the earnest prayers and hearty co-operation of every Seventh-day Adventist.

Sunday morning, November 15, orders had been received for has 157,707 copies, and still the orders come in so rapidly that several clerks are required to enter them and pass them on to the Review and Herald Office. On the morning of November 15, orders were received for 28,695 copies.

The first edition of this special, numbering four hundred thousand copies, was exhausted last week. Another order for fifty thousand copies was immediately placed; but before the day was past, orders were received covering these fifty thousand copies, and another order was placed, raising the total edition to five hundred thousand copies. Another order has since been given for fifty thousand copies more, and the indications are that this additional order will have to be duplicated very soon. The Review and Herald Office is again running night and day to supply these papers.

The hand of the Lord is in this movement, and his people are responding to his call. May the good Spirit of the Master rest upon each worker, and a message of light be carried to the people of this great country as the result of this movement. A. G. DANIELLS.

Children’s Week of Prayer Studies

THE children's studies for the week of prayer, printed in this number, were prepared by Mrs. L. Flora Plummer, of the Sabbath-school Department.

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