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Chart of the Week
By Editor
WE have received from the author, Dr. William M. Jones, London, a specimen section of the third and greatly enlarged edition of his "Chart of the Week," showing the unchanged order of the days, and the true position of the Sabbath, as proved by the combined testimony of ancient and modern languages. It will contain the days of the week in more than one hundred and fifty of the principal languages of the world, with transliterations and translations, thus rendering each name easily understood. As the author truly says, "A few half hours' study of this great work will lead the thoughtful reader to the conclusion that the directing hand of God is apparent in preserving intact from the beginning till now, this simple but important division of time among the nations—at once a monument and memorial of his creative work." Every family should have one. Size of the chart, 1½ x 7 feet. Price, unmounted, very strong paper, 75 cents post-paid; mounted on linen, with roller, and varnished, $1.25. Send post-office order payable at Newington, Green Road, N., London. Address, William M. Jones, 56 Mildmay Park, London, N.
Since the Camp-Meeting.
By Stephen N. Haskell
THE Sabbath following the camp-meeting we visited the St. Helena Health Retreat. During the past year there have been some very marked evidences of God's blessing attending the efforts of the physicians in treating the sick. God has wrought with the physicians in some cases, not only in the alleviation of physical suffering, but what is of more consequence, many have found Christ, to the joy of their heart. Like those whom the Saviour healed, they have reported to others the blessings received, and it is evident that soon the buildings of the institution must be enlarged, or additional ones erected for the accommodation of those who wish to come to seek the reviving influences of the place. Before operations are performed, God is sought by physicians and those especially interested at the Retreat, that his blessing may attend them, and this is not without effect.
As the description of the Retreat and surroundings has often been given, we will only say that nature has done its best to contribute to the charms of the location, and make it desirable for the invalid and others. In full view beneath lies the valley, studded with its orchards and vineyards, while all around are the mountains rising range on range until their distinct outlines are lost in the hazy distance. Thirst may be quenched by the soft, pure water brought from the mountain spring, and the fresh, bracing air breathes contentment and peace to all. As compared to the Sanitarium at Battle Creek, Mich., the facilities for treating the sick are limited, but nature has bountifully wrought to make up this deficiency, and with the blessing of God this is rendered a most desirable place for the conscientious invalid.
Our meeting on the Sabbath was characterized by the sweet, melting Spirit of God, which called forth humble confessions, the influence of which, we trust, will live until the final triumph of God's people.
Sabbath, October 30, was passed at Healdsburg, where we had the opportunity of visiting the school. Professor Brownsberger is in the East on business, and at present the school is in charge of Professor Grainger, and his co-laborers. This, and the school at South Lancaster, commenced about the same time, and were the first to introduce the manual labor department, and the Home for students. As relates to the converting influences of the Spirit of God, and the sending out of students as laborers in the cause, these schools have been pre-eminently successful. Our institutions of learning have a higher motive than simply to train the mind and cultivate the intellect to fill worldly positions in society. If this were all, we had made a great mistake in the expenditure of means, and assuming the responsibilities of caring for them, as there are other schools which can successfully teach the sciences. Our object is to throw around the student such moral influences as will mould the character, and elevate the mind to the consideration of heavenly and divine things, setting before them the object of laboring directly for the salvation of souls for whom Christ died, and still not falling behind the best institutions in the land in instruction in the sciences.
The church at Healdsburg have in process of erection a meeting-house, 60x105 feet, with an addition of 40x100 feet, so arranged that it can all be thrown into one auditorium if desirable. This addition, when doors are closed, is converted into five rooms, one, 40x40 feet; the other four, 20x30 each, convenient for Sabbath-schools, missionary meetings, etc.
These may be used and entered without interfering with exercises in the main auditorium or with each other. We think it wisely arranged. If our friends in California realized the blessings conferred upon them by the establishment of these institutions, they would not only be so freely patronized that increased facilities would be necessary, as is the case, but it would be their daily prayer that God would signally pour out his Spirit upon those connected with them; that from these institutions the light of truth might spread, not only in this land, but to more distant fields which are in darkness. For one object we should live, to one end direct our efforts,—to extend a knowledge of the truths of God's word to the world, and look for and hasten the coming of the day of the Lord. From the publishing house at Oakland, the printed rays of truth are penetrating to the most distant portions of the earth, and its field may truly be said to be the world. From the College, the living preacher should follow these light-bearers to the many nations, kindreds, and tongues, and peoples. From the Health Retreat, those who are healed should carry the glad tidings of a place where not only physical maladies are cured, but where may be found peace of soul which the world cannot give or take away. Just in proportion as God has laid upon the people of this State these responsibilities, will he require of their means, sympathy, and prayers to sustain the same. It should be second to no other Conference in its gifts, in its earnest efforts, in its missionary operations, and in its devotion and zeal in the cause of Christ. May the Lord help this Conference to be faithful in its important trusts. S. N. H.
Papers Sent on Advance Payment
By Editor
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Permanent Address of Elder D. T. Fero
THE permanent address of Elder D. T. Fero is Walla Walla, W. T.
Temperance Sentiment in Pennsylvania
A GOOD idea of the strength of temperance sentiment in Pennsylvania may be obtained from the fact that the Democratic candidate for Governor of that State considered it to his advantage to state that he has not touched liquor in any form for three years.
Whisky Interest Uses Desperate Tactics
By Editor
THE whisky interest is still using its desperate tactics. In St. Louis the editor of a Prohibition paper was warned two or three times to change the tone of his paper or "something unpleasant would happen." The editor did not change the tone of his paper, and then an attempt was made to assassinate his wife. The devil generally outdoes himself when he gets real mad, and if he keeps on in this way Prohibition will be a success pretty soon.
The Coming General Conference
By Editor
THURSDAY, October 28, Elder E. J. Waggoner started East, and to the General Conference, which convenes November 18. The work of the Third Angel's Message is progressing so rapidly that each succeeding General Conference becomes of greater importance than any that have gone before, and the coming one is no exception. In the past year the work has undoubtedly spread more than ever before in the same length of time. As the editor of the SIGNS will be present at the General Conference, we can promise our readers full reports of the most important of the proceedings.
Reports from Australia and New Zealand
By Editor
THE Australian mail arrived just as we go to press. It brings a good report from Elder Corliss, and one from Sister Burnham, which we are compelled to lay over until next week. From private letters we are able to present a few points here. Brother Scott writes that Brethren Arnold and Wainman have gone to Tasmania to canvass for "Thoughts on Daniel and the Revelation." He says there are now five canvassers in the field and all doing well.
From New Zealand, Brother Hare writes that the Bible-readings still continue in Auckland with unabated interest. He says the brethren at Kaeo have ordered fifty more copies of the Bible Echo, making one hundred copies monthly that they use in missionary work. "Every ship is visited and publications are sent by them to the various islands of the South Seas." Thank God for a message that contains nothing but the missionary spirit, for it is the Spirit of Christ.
Training School for Nurses
By Editor
WE are in receipt of circulars descriptive of the Training School for Nurses at the Sanitarium at Battle Creek, Mich. This school has been in operation for several years, and offers advantages which probably cannot be excelled by any other similar institution. The course of instruction comprises two series of lectures continuing through forty weeks each. At the same time that the student is receiving theoretical instruction from the lectures, he is gaining practical experience in nursing, under skilled directors. Those who desire to do so, may pay their expenses in labor while taking a course of instruction. Here is a good field for young or middle-aged of both sexes, who have good health, good moral character, and any natural tact in waiting upon the sick. For full particulars address, Sanitarium, Battle Creek, Mich.
Rural Health Retreat.
A MEETING of the stockholders of the Rural Health Retreat Association will be held at its place of business, Friday, November 12, 1886, at 9 A. M., for the special purpose of amending our articles of incorporation, and to secure important additional charter rights.
A full representation, either in person or by proxy, is necessary. Blank proxies have been sent to all stockholders. Please fill out and return to secretary at once.
By order of the President.
J. S. GIBBS, Secretary.
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