Many start in the service of God, but after they make their profession go no farther, as though all was done and Heaven was secured; like a soldier that, having enlisted, considers the victory won, and is ready to lay off his armor. A sad mistake many are making, to awake to the truth when it is too late to be corrected.
Embracing the truth is but the beginning merely. The work is only just begun. The work of purification must be carried forward. The refining process must proceed till the image of the Refiner is seen in the silver. Some of the professed followers of Christ are coarse and rough in their manners and conversation; not realizing that such characteristics poorly represent, or rather misrepresent, the Lord Jesus Christ. Jesus was of a meek, or mild, spirit. He was lowly in heart. He was not proud. But can any one suppose that his demeanor and conversation were anything but of the most refined and courteous sort? The thought is repulsive to every truly enlightened and sensitive mind, that our great Pattern should let a coarse or rude expression ever escape his lips. No; he was truly chaste, refined and polite in all his communications with men.
And his followers must learn of him. Having begun the work of purification, it must be carried forward to perfection. The reward is to those who finish the work. They will finish their course with joy. They alone will do well; and to such only will it be said, “Well done.”
The great work of overcoming is to get the victory over sin and self. It is to bring every thought into obedience to Christ, and truly represent him in our character and converse with our fellow-men. It is truly a great work. Who will accomplish it? Let none hope for the reward without overcoming.
R. F. COTTRELL.
MEEKER CO., MINN.
By D. P. Curtis
At the earnest solicitation of the leading brethren of the Litchfield church, and with a view to strengthening the brethren and bringing the light of truth before others, if they would come to hear, Bro. Ells and myself came to Litchfield the 26th of May. We met with the church on Sabbath, and had a good season. Found the members hopeful and trying to maintain the warfare against sin and error, despite the defection of Eld. Lee and his few adherents.
On Monday, the 29th, we set the tent in the village, and commenced meetings. But few except the brethren seemed to care to come to hear, and we have been unable to awaken any general interest among the people. This world has too many attractions for them to stop to listen to the preaching of the despised doctrine of the coming of the Lord. We think that the one object of strengthening the faith and courage of the little Swedish church here will be secured, while a few others will have heard some of the solemn truths of the last message, which may in time result in their salvation.
On sixth day, the 9th inst., we went to Kingston to attend the quarterly meeting and dedication. Met a good delegation from the Litchfield, Hutchinson, Koronis, Round Grove, and Monticello churches. The melting Spirit of the Lord was present with us on Sabbath evening, as we tried to draw near to him in prayer. Sabbath, at 9 o’clock A. M., held prayer and social meeting continuing till 10:30, when Bro. Ells gave a general outline of our faith on the coming of the Lord, from Col. 3:4. In the afternoon, Eld. H. W. Babcock, of the S. D. B. church who has been traveling with Bro. Grant for a few weeks, visiting the churches, gave an excellent practical discourse from Acts 20:24. In the evening, by request, Bro. Ells presented the Sabbath in a clear and plain manner.
On first-day forenoon, the house was filled, to listen to a dedication sermon by Bro. Ells. This was followed by the ordinance of baptism, which was administered by Bro. Grant to four willing candidates, who had been waiting several months for such an opportunity. In the afternoon Bro. Battin, a young Baptist minister, who embraced the Sabbath last winter and is with us at Litchfield, listening and investigating, presented in a very clear manner, the evidences of the certainty of the soon coming of the Lord, from Matt. 24:33. In the evening we celebrated the ordinances, during which time the sweet, softening influences of the Spirit of God were felt in all hearts.
The Kingston church was organized in May, 1875, with six members. It has since doubled its membership, and now has a fine hall 26x30, neatly finished and furnished, in which to worship. This is the work, mainly, of Bro. W. H. Hall, whose heart the Lord opened to attend to the things pertaining to the kingdom of God. May God bless the little band, and give them a home in the kingdom. Our next objective point is the camp-meeting. The Lord fit us for the work before us.
D. P. CURTIS.
Litchfield, Meeker Co., June 13, 1876.
Nebraska.
By Chas. L. Boyd
AFTER our meetings in Richardson Co., as reported by Bro. Wing, I went to Furnas Co., where I held meetings the last ten days in April.
A few Sabbath-keepers came here three years ago from Iowa. They have been trying to live out the Advent faith, and others have been added to their number. On the last day of our meeting nine were baptized, and a church of thirteen members organized. Tobacco was discarded, and those who had used it from childhood decided, by the help of God, to abandon it forever.
May 4-7, I held meetings at Farmer's Valley. While here the weather was stormy and the roads very muddy, which prevented some from being present. Seven were baptized, and a church of nine members organized. I trust others will be added to the number.
May 9, I held one meeting with the Stromburg church. Most of the members of this church are growing in grace, and exerting a healthy influence in favor of the truth. A difficulty exists which I hope will soon be righted.
May 10, I met with a company in Butler Co., who have lately commenced the observance of the Sabbath. I trust a church will yet be established there.
May 13, 14, I held meetings in the northern part of Butler Co., where twelve were baptized, and a church of fifteen members organized, to be called the David City church. Bro. Farnsworth was with me at the last four of these places of meeting. He has been laboring in this county during the past winter; God has blessed his efforts, and now he sees some of the fruit.
May 19-21, I held meetings in Madison and Antelope Counties. I think a series of meetings here would result in the establishment of a church. Three were baptized.
May 27, 28, I held meetings with the Decatur church. The enemy had been sowing seeds of discord here. The Spirit of the Lord was with us, and a state of harmony now exists. I trust they have learned a lesson not to be forgotten. This is the oldest church in Nebraska, and should be a model in all good works for the younger churches. The presence and aid of Bro. Bartlett, and others of the Onawa church, added to the interest of this meeting. One was baptized.
June 2-4, in company with Bro. Farnsworth, held meetings at Hooper. I trust better days await this company; that they will raise the standard higher and live more in harmony with the profession they have made; and that a church may soon be organized, so that the scattered brethren may find a home and enjoy the privileges of the Lord's house. Systematic Benevolence has been organized in all these churches, and in their subscriptions the friends manifest a desire to share in the work of sending the third angel's message.
I am now on my way to the Conference and camp-meeting. Thank God for these annual gatherings of his people.
CHAS. L. BOYD.
Ionia, June 8.
NEW LONDON, IND.
By William Covert
NEW LONDON is two miles south of the place of meeting for the Ervin church; but as some of the friends live in the town and some in the vicinity of New London, we occasionally hold meetings here.
Sabbath, May 27, was a good day for the friends of the cause in this place. Many of the brethren and sisters from the Alto church came in to meet with us. The Spirit of the Lord was present to bless in a large measure. In the afternoon five were baptized by Bro. Rees, and received into the Ervin church. Several others are keeping the Sabbath and will doubtless come into the church soon. A majority of these have been convinced by reading and by attending our Sabbath-schools and social meetings. They are now converted, and rejoice in the present truth.
The people here are friendly to us. The Society of Friends is very strong here. They desire that we should build a church house at this place, for which they offer to donate quite liberally. The interest in this part of the county is centering at New London, and we see no reason why we may not in a short time have a strong D. A. church in New London. There is not a better nor a more healthful place to be found in this part of the country. The people are civil and intelligent. There is a strong temperance element here. The meetings are not conducted in the interest of a secret order or sect, but regularly and openly for the good of all. They desire us to build here to help hold the fort against intemperance. Our position in this point is understood, and it is having an influence in our favor. We believe that it is as it should be, and I am in favor of holding all we have secured. The way to do this is to continue faithful in the cause ourselves. WM. COVERT
Obituary Notices.
“Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth,”
Died, April 13, 1876, at the residence of her son in Brookfield, Mich., sister Elizabeth Estell, in the 89th year of her age. She was a member of the Methodist church about fifty years. When in her 82d year, by hearing others read, she became interested in the seventh-day Sabbath, which for seven years she conscientiously observed; and her dying testimony to her friends was in its favor. The Advent hope was dear to her, and she will rest but a little while before it will be realized. M. J. SAWYER.
Died, in Linneus, Aroostook Co., Me., May 21, 1876, Esther B., wife of David Byron, aged seventy-four years and eleven months. She and her husband commenced the observance of the Lord's Sabbath last winter, and she has left her dying testimony in favor of the truth. She experienced religion in the early part of her married life, and has been faithful not only in her own family but in the neighborhood. And we read, “He that hath pity on the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.” Prov. 19:17. When the third angel's message was presented here last winter, she readily embraced it; and although she was not able to attend the meetings she was faithful in warning those who came in to see her, and in pointing them to Christ as the only hope of salvation. She suffered much during her sickness, yet without a murmur. May the Lord bless the afflicted family; and if they heed her faithful admonitions, they will soon meet her where parting scenes will be no more. By her request, I spoke on the day of her funeral, to a large audience, from 1 Thess. 4:18. J. B. GOODRICH.
Died, May 16, 1876, at Bolton, Ionia Co., Mich., our beloved sister, Theodosia Welman, aged forty-six years, seven months, and twenty-nine days. Sister Welman joyfully received present truth, and kept the Sabbath thirteen years alone, until 1874, when Brn. Lawrence and Strong came to Saranac with the tent. One of her sons here embraced the present truth, and united with others in forming a band of nine Sabbath-keepers. The soon coming of our Saviour was a special theme of interest with her. She leaves a kind husband and five sons to mourn their loss. May their loss be made up by meeting her robed in immortal bloom, where the willing and the obedient shall eat the good of the land. Funeral discourse by Eld. Canfield, Wesleyan Methodist. E. WILKINSON.
FINISH THY WORK
Finish thy work, the time is short,
The sun is in the west,
The night is coming on; till then
Think not of rest.
Yes, finish all thy work, then rest;
Till then, rest never;
The rest prepared for thee by God
Is rest forever.
Finish thy work, then rest in peace,
Life's battle fought and won;
And so to thee thy Master's voice
Shall say, Well done!
—Sel.
MICHIGAN
By H. M. Kenyon
I came to Hastings May 31; but the new top to our tent not having arrived, I spent Sabbath and Sunday, June 3 and 4, at Sebastopol, Eaton Co. Held three meetings at this place. There is still a good interest to hear, and quite a number are favorable to the truth. Sunday afternoon we went three miles to Grand river and four were baptized.
Returned to H. June 5, and pitched the tent and commenced meetings the evening of the 7th. We have our tent pitched in a beautiful oak grove. Have now held six meetings with a fair interest, our congregations averaging about two hundred. The interest is extending into the country, some coming as far as six miles. The people appear kind and respectful. Bro. M. B. Miller is with me. We shall labor, pray, and hope for success.
H. M. KENYON.
Hastings, June 12, 1876.
INDIANA
By S. H. Lane
Since my last report, have labored in different parts of the State. The last of March organized a church of thirteen members among the Swedes in Porter Co.
Soon after the SVENSK ADVENT HAROLD began to be published, Bro. Pambley, of Laporte, sent it to some Swedes in Porter Co., who became so interested in its teachings that a few embraced the truth. Through the influence of Bro. Pambley, a few discourses were delivered in the neighborhood where these Swedes reside, the result of which was that several more took a decided stand to obey the truth. We found them fully converted. They adopted the plan of Systematic Benevolence and pledged quite liberally for its support. They wish to be admitted into the Indiana Conference.
From April 6 to May 15, visited eight different churches. Found the members united and rejoicing in the love of the truth. The meetings were well attended at each place by those not of our faith. Some made a start in the service of the Lord for the first time. Celebrated the ordinances of the Lord's house with each church, with one exception. At Mechanicsburg, Henry Co., two were baptized and admitted into the church.
Introduced the subject of S. B., and the pledge for the churches was advanced considerably. Examined the church and S. B. books, and made a decided improvement in the manner of keeping them.
Some of the churches seem to be awakening to the importance of building meeting-houses. The church at Alto have just completed a house of worship. At their last quarterly meeting, April 21-23, we were made to rejoice by meeting in their new house fully one hundred Sabbath-keepers from Howard and Tipton Counties. The church at Rochester are also building a commodious house of worship. It will soon be completed. Other churches are taking steps to build. This we consider a move in the right direction.
There are two tents running in this State the present season. Bro. Covert and Sharp have pitched one at West Liberty, Howard Co. We have located the other at Valparaiso, Porter Co. The Northern Indiana Normal School is located here. There are in attendance twelve hundred students. They are here from all parts of this State and some from other States. The attendance at our meetings thus far has been quite good, yet not large, our congregations ranging from seventy-five to three hundred. Quite a number of the students attend. Books sell freely, and by the students who come will be taken to all parts of the State.
We hope through the blessing of the Lord a good work will be accomplished in the State during the season.
S. H. LANE.
J. R. PURINTON
By J. R. Purinton
OHIO TENT, NO. 2.
This tent was pitched Monday, June 5, in Frazeysburg, Muskingum Co., Ohio. Frazeysburg is a small village of from three to four hundred inhabitants. There are two small churches in the place occupied by Methodists, Presbyterians, and Campbellites. The Methodist denomination is the first or leading one. Thus far the people have turned out well, especially the Methodists. The Methodist preacher and his wife attend our meetings; his wife is very much interested in the lectures, and has invited us to their house.
Our congregations average from two to four hundred. Many seem to be interested, and we feel that we have reason to hope for success. Bro. Wm. Cottrell, upon whom rests the burden of the work, has good freedom in speaking, and is of good courage in the Lord. Bro. O. F. Guilford and myself assist what we can.
Bro. Cottrell has calls to go to other places with the tent. It is impossible to fill the calls that are coming in. The harvest is ripe, and will soon be over. The precious grain is wasting. Remember, brethren, that each grain is precious in the sight of the Lord, and will add a star to the crown of him through whose instrumentality it is gathered into the spiritual garner of our Lord. Brethren, pray, sisters, pray, people of God one and all, pray, that God may send worthy laborers into the fields of falling grain.
J. R. PURINTON
Frazeysburg, June 12, 1876.
T. J. BUTLER
By T. J. Butler
OHIO TENT, NO. 1.
About twenty-two discourses have been given. Interest has steadily increased from the first. Are now in the midst of the Sabbath question. Last night our large tent was packed to overflowing. The good Spirit of God seems to attend the work. No hostility is manifest, but a general interest seems to be awakened for miles around. Let the hearts of God's people go up unitedly for good to be done.
T. J. BUTLER
Sabina, Ohio, June 12.
KANSAS
By J. H. Cook; A. W. Cone
LECTURES in our large tent commence at Monmouth, Crawford Co., Kansas, Tuesday evening, June 13. Shall continue as long as the interest seems to demand.
J. H. Cook,
A. W. Cone.
PRECIOUS BLOSSOMS.
One has said, “What a new world we should live in, if we would only allow every kind thought that comes to us to blossom into words and deeds!” That is just the work that is wrought by entire holiness. In the first place it begets in the mind kind thoughts in rich abundance. And in the second place it causes those thoughts to blossom into words and deeds. These trees of righteousness, which are of the Lord’s right hand planting, are covered with the blossoms of grace, beautiful to behold, and ripening into fruit, whereby God is glorified, and humanity regaled and blessed.—Sel.
Religious Fanaticism in Egypt.
UNDER the above heading a correspondent of the Pall Mall Gazette relates the following incident, which shows the spirit of blind fanaticism by which the followers of Mohammed are actuated:—
“On the 11th of May, at 5 o’clock in the afternoon, Prince Mouroussi (a judge of the first court in Alexandria) was on a visit to Count Zizinia, at Ramleh, a little town near Alexandria. The day had been very warm, and both gentlemen were availing themselves of the cool evening by walking on the large terrace in front of the palace and facing the sea. Suddenly the prince thought he saw a man struggling in the water. On longer examination, both gentlemen discovered that a young man was drowning before their eyes. Immediately the count gave orders for help to be given to the unfortunate man, who was visibly losing strength, and servants were also sent to the nearest guards’ stations on the coast.”
“In the meantime, Prince Mouroussi undressed and threw himself into the sea, with the hope of saving the drowning man. In spite of the violence of the waves, he was fortunate enough to reach him, but just as he was going to seize him by the hand a wave separated them, and the young fellow was driven further off shore. By this time the coast guards had arrived, and were energetically urged to give assistance. But no. These worthy officials replied that ‘ninety thousand Christians might perish, but that they would not raise a finger to help them.’ They also loaded with the foulest insults the struggling men in the sea, and the lookers-on were powerless to aid them.”
“Two Greeks at last cut off a boat belonging to the Schutz bathing establishment and hastened to the rescue of the drowning youth, and succeeded in saving him and bringing him to the shore. But here Mussulman fanatics would not allow the body to be taken from the boat, nor would they allow medical attendants to interfere. The guards surrounded the boat, and by force drove away doctors and all others who strove to burst their ranks to give their aid to the dying man in the boat. These guards went so far as to prevent the prince dressing himself, and took the two Greeks prisoners.”
“Toward 8 o’clock the Countess Zizinia sent to inform Count Voidans of the affair. But when he came it was too late. All he could do was to deliver the Greeks from confinement, and Prince Mouroussi was allowed to dress himself. The young Englishman who has thus fallen a victim to Mussulman fanaticism is about twenty-four years of age; his name is Robert Atkins. The family, and all the witnesses of the scene, are loudly asking for justice against these guards.”
Cost of the Franco-Prussian War.
A WRITER in the Revue des Deux Mondes estimates at ten milliards of francs (about $2,000,000,000) the total cost to France of the war with Germany. The war indemnity alone was five milliards of francs ($1,000,000,000); the war contributions of Paris, two hundred millions of francs; requisitions in other departments, over three hundred millions. And all this besides the hundreds of thousands of men's lives destroyed, women and children made widows and orphans, and the horrors of the communism of Paris following this almost motiveless war!
European Press.
We, the undersigned, regard it a great privilege to donate to the Lord, for the European press, under the care of our worthy missionary, Elder J. N. Andrews, One Hundred Dollars each, and invite sixty-four others to join us in raising $10,000.
James White....$100
John Morrison....100
Geo. I. Butler....100
Newel Grant....100
August Rasmussen 100
An Iowa Brother....100
Emily Leigh....100
S. A. McPherson....100
“A friend in N. E.” 100
“W. P. A. M.” ...100
Chas. L. Boyd....100
Mrs. E. Temple....100
Freeman Nichols....100
D. A. Owen......100
Wm. B. Mason....100
J. N. Loughboro’ 100
J. S. Wicks....100
Ezekiel Stickney....100
C Clark & wife....100
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Wm. Ings......100
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E. W. Whitney....100
R. G. Lockwood....100
W. H. Hall......100
Betsey Landon....100
S. N. Haskell....100
C. K. Farnsworth....100
M. Wood......100
Mrs. Getman (deceased)....100
A. H. B. 100
A. T. Stickney....100
Mrs. J. L. James....100
A. La Rue....100
B. N. Berry....100
D. M. Cartwright & wife......100
Quarterly Meeting in Dallas
By E. G. Rust
It is thought best to hold the quarterly meeting of the church in Dallas, Texas, in connection with that of the T. & M. Society, on the first Sabbath and Sunday in July. As this will be our first quarterly meeting, brethren, let us have a general rally of all the brethren and sisters in the State. Let us come together, praying for the help of the Lord.
Annexed to each receipt in the following list, is the Volume and Number of the Review & Herald TO which the money received pays—which should correspond with the Numbers on the Papers. If money for the paper is not in due time acknowledged immediate notice of the omission should be given.
$2.00 EACH. S P Loomis 50-1, Lovisa Filer 50-1, M E Hoglo 49-24, S M Holly 50-21, B N Berry 49-24, L E Millne 49-24, Andrew Hoyt 49-24, J W Mc Williams 49-24, H Nicola 50-1, Jacob Berry 50-1, John Auten 50-1, Chas Goodrich 51-9, P A Marvin 50-1, Wm E Hankins 50-1, Lucy Norwood 50-1, Russel Hart 49-24, Minos Miller 48-17, N Hodges 49-26, S B Flint 49-24, J H Garret 49-24, John F Hanson 50-1, B S Brooks 50-7, Mrs Ann Snair 49-24, D J Kinnie 48-23, S S Smith 48-23, Charly W Potteger 49-22, Jos Zellars 49-1, E M Pierce 49-24, L N Whisby 50-1, Wm Hutchins 49-24, Alvira Mullen 49-24, Samuel Lehman 48-24, W H Hafer 49-24, J C Morehouse 49-24, James Backey 49-24, E J Hill 49-25.
$1.00 EACH. C J Barber 48-24, Leonard Marsh 48-24, B F Curtis 48-24, Harvey Olds 48-25, G R Pegg 49-7, J D Pegg 49-15, John Goss 48-24, M S Cole 49-24, Benedict Wing 49-24, F S Walker 48-23, J C Wilson 48-24, E B Stiles 48-24, Robert Paul 48-24, Niels Hanson 48-24, Philo Boise 49-12, L D Smith 49-1, Frank Broderick 49-9, E L Mc Millen 48-20, Frank Strader 48-24, W H Hurlburt 48-24, Mrs F Vanderberg 48-24, W S Hopkins 48-23, D K Mitchell 48-23, J S Wallace 49-11, Dillard Moyers 49-10, Emma Morehouse 48-24, Diana Titus 48-24, O P Rice 48-24, Dr C M Joslin 48-25, Ann E Man 49-11.
MISCELLANEOUS.
O S Ferrin 50c 48-13, H Simpson 50c 48-24, John Wright $1.50 49-24, E B Potts 50c 48-10, Lars Jakobs 1.50 49-24, S M Wilson 1.50 49-11, Jos Eaton 50c 49-9, Miss Addie L Hall 1.50 49-24, Mrs M Slayton 1.45 49-12, John F Cummings 1.50 49-24, Ed Wm Cocktrell 50c 48-10, G W Merriman 50c 48-21, Miss P Smith 50c 48-24, N J Baker 1.50 49-24, J W Pike 1.50 49-24, Proctor Lameck 1.50 49-24, W J Daugherty 1.50 49-24, Ann E Hansen 1.50 49-24, Wm Thompson 50c 48-11, Mrs Martha Coats 50c 48-11, W K Gammell 50c 48-11, A Weeks 50c 48-12, S Van Wagner 3.00 50-25, G W Spy 1.50 49-25.
Books Sent by Mail.
H W Pould 10c, Orin Hyatt $1.50, J O Corliss 1.25, Richard Constantine 25c, H A St John 50c, J G Benton 35c, J Taber 15c, T H Purden 48c, W J Wilson 28c, Peter Hanson 1.00, D T Probridge 25c, J T Milton 35c, W M Jones 50c, Wm Johnson 1.10, J T Johnson 35c, B E Mallernee 1.50, J W Newcomb 25c, M Wing 47c, Anna Rasmussen 1.25, W C Hocker 50c, John M Adams 30c, A B Jones 2.30, J B Benbow 1.15, L A Cartwright 1.25, Wm Evans 10c, Sarah E Elder 1.25, L G Meeker 20c, David Malin 1.15, Burnham Stanford & Co 50c, W A Chute 75c, Francois Depas 1.20, W A Chute 45c, J R Ertzenberger 3.49.
Books Sent by Express.
John Ely $5.78, H Grant 6.10, O F Guilford 6.07, J Taber 11.33, H Grant 9.53, C Dancer 9.53.
Books Sent by Freight.
C Black $23.78.
Swiss Mission.
C N Ford $2.00, R R Eastman 10.00, S Van Wagner 5.00, James Lane & wife (European Press) 50.00, Danford Ayres & wife 40.00, S Nichols 10.00.
Pacific Mission.
A P James (to complete share) $1.50.
Gen Conf Fund.
State Center, Iowa, church $99.00, Lisbon, Iowa, church, 45.00, Anna Ralston 1.05, Francois Depas 7.80.
S. D. A. E. Society.
B N Berry $100.00, C E Hathaway 10.00, C E Moser 20.00, Alexander Morrison 10.00, S Nichols 10.00.
Mich. Conf. Fund.
Jackson $44.50, Ransom Center $1.75.
Mich. T. & M. Society.
Dist 5 $18.00.
Cash Rec’d on Account.
Minn F & M Society $150.00, Geo I Butler 50.00, C L Boyd 100.00, J B Goodrich 6.00.
Book Fund.
Wealthy Mc Nitt $1.00, S C Morehouse 5.00.
CAMP-MEETINGS FOR 1876.
By R. F. C.
MINNESOTA, Eagle Lake, June 20–26
WISCONSIN, Ripon, June 29 to July 3
OHIO, Norwalk, Aug. 3–7
MICHIGAN, Lansing, “ 10–14
VERMONT, Essex Junction, “ 17–21
NEW ENGLAND, S. Lancaster, “ 24–28
MAINE, Richmond, Aug. 31 to Sept. 4
NEW YORK, Rome, Sept. 7–11
INDIANA, Bunker Hill, “ 14–18
ILLINOIS, Waldron, “ 21–25
The journals of the day are loaded with appalling accounts of corruption and crime in high places and in low; in Congress and in the Cabinet, in the churches and in the ministry, as well as among all classes of society. Men versed in history, political and social, shudder at the rottenness which is being developed everywhere, and forebode speedy ruin to our government, unless these evils can be cured or, at least, abated.
On the other hand, our journals are literally freighted with glowing accounts of numerous and extensive revivals all over the land, from which it would seem that almost whole communities were becoming Christian. The question is, What shall we look for?—“sudden destruction,” or the fabled millennium, of which poets have sung? Go to the word of God for yourself, for the answer. 2 Tim. 3: 1–9; 2 Thess. 3: 1–4.
The time is coming when the Lord shall cause “wars to cease unto the end of the earth.” But how? Will the “angry nations” agree to a universal treaty of peace? or will the King of kings descend from Heaven to the battle of the great day of God Almighty, destroying his foes with their implements of war, breaking the battle bow, cutting the spear asunder, and burning the chariots in the fire? See Ps. 46: 8, 9; Rev. 11: 18; 16: 14; and 19: 11–21. R. F. C.
Something Valuable.
By H. A. St. John
“PROGRESSIVE Bible Lessons for Youth;” this is the title of a book written in 1875 by Bro. G. H. Bell, and published at the REVIEW office, Battle Creek, Mich.; price, 50 cts.
We have recently examined this book carefully, and have no hesitancy in pronouncing it very valuable. Beginning with creation, it sweeps through the entire Bible, gathering in the greatest and most important facts and doctrines of revelation. The design of the writer evidently has been to instruct the student by questions (with answers in very many cases) with reference to the great truths of the second advent, the sanctuary, the fulfillment of the great lines of prophecy, the law of God, and many other solemn truths that shine with such brilliancy in these last days.
Just the book for Sabbath-schools, Bible-classes, families, and private study. It is my thought that when individuals or companies are brought into the present truth, this book would be very valuable to put into their hands for the study of Bible theology, that they may become established in the message.
H. A. ST. JOHN.
Frequent Reports.
By H. A. St. John
We have laid it down as a duty of our leading ministers with tents, to frequently report their meetings. This, it seems to me, is clearly right. We are anxious that all our dear people in Ohio shall often hear from their servants in active service in the field. It is certainly their just due. They freely give of their means to support tent-meetings and tent laborers; they love the good cause, and constantly inquire, “How goes the battle?” What minister cannot find time to write a brief report for REVIEW once in two weeks, at least. If not more than six or a dozen lines it will be looked after and read with eagerness. Come, brethren, we are in earnest about the matter; keep us in constant remembrance of our obligations to pray for, and sustain you, by stirring our minds with frequent reports in REVIEW.
H. A. ST. JOHN.
Wisconsin Camp-Meeting Travel Notice
By Ole Andres Olsen
Notices.
Those coming to the camp-meetings in Wisconsin will remember to call for round trip tickets, which can be purchased at 25 per cent. less than the regular fare on most of the roads.
Those coming from the North to Ripon will do better to go on the Chicago and North Western to Fon du Lac, then change and take the Sheboygan & Fon du Lac R. R. to Ripon, otherwise you will have to lay over a long time at Oshkosh. O. A. OLSEN.
Tent Labor in Dakota Territory
By R. M. KILGORE; E. W. FARNSWORTH
Those desiring tent labor in Dakota Territory will please address us immediately at Sioux City, Iowa. As we expect to labor in that Territory this season, we want to find a good opening.
R. M. KILGORE,
E. W. FARNSWORTH.
Requests for Lectures
PERSONS desiring to have lectures given in their neighborhood will address,
F. A. BARLOW, Ladora, Iowa.
Correction: Report of Treasurer for Kansas Conference
By A. J. Stover
CORRECTION: Report of Treasurer for Kansas Conference should have read:—
By donations, $225.00
S. B. 783.68
Total, $1008.68
The $225 were deducted, and I carelessly put down 883.68, instead of 783.68.
A. J. STOVER, Treas. Kan. Conf.
Secular Notice.
By L. D. Van Horn
I WISH to sell my house and lot situated in Battle Creek, Mich. Any Sabbath-keeping family wishing to settle in the city would find it a desirable location, as it is in a central place, near the meeting-house, Office, Health Institute, and school. Terms easy. For particulars, inquire of Wm. Ings, Battle Creek, or address, L. D. VAN HORN, Oregon City, Oregon.
Ohio T. & M. S. Quarterly Meetings
By H. A. St. John
Appointments.
And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.
Ohio T. & M. S. Quarterly Meetings.
Dist. No. 1, Bowersville, July 1, 2; J. W. Lucas, director.
Dist. No. 2, Waterford, July 15, 16; A. M. Mann, M. D., director.
Dist. No. 3, Mesopotamia, July 1, 2; R. A. Underwood, director.
Dist. No. 4, Clyde, July 8, 9; O. F. Guilford, director.
Dist. No. 5, Bowling Green, July 1, 2; J. J. Boardman, director.
Dist. No. 6, Hamler, June 24, 25; C. G. Daniels, director.
The above meetings are all important. Let every member report to director. Do not forget your donation. Be present at the meetings if possible, as it will be a good time to arrange for camp-meeting. We may be present in districts 2, 4, 6. H. A. St. John, Pres.
T. & W. S. State Quarterly Meeting.
By H. A. St. John
THE State quarterly of the Ohio T. & M. Society will be held on the camp-ground at Norwalk, Aug. 2, the day before the camp-meeting begins. Secretary, treasurer, and all the directors are expected.
H. A. St. John, Pres.
Quarterly Meeting
By F. J. Kilgore
QUARTERLY meeting of the S. D. A. church at South Norridgewock, Me., July 1, 1876. All members that cannot attend will please report by letter. F. J. KILGORE, Clerk.
Greenbush Church Quarterly Meeting
By O. B. Sevy
QUARTERLY meeting of the Greenbush church will be held June 24, 25, 1876, at the tent in the village of Ovid, Clinton Co., Mich., where Bro. Burrill is now giving a course of lectures. This is by request of Bro. Burrill, as he cannot leave the tent to attend the meeting. All the brethren and sisters are especially requested to attend this meeting. The neighboring churches are invited, also all those that are especially interested in the cause of present truth.