p. 32 | Review and Herald, Vol. 83, No. 44. (11/1/1906)

Earlier text: The Relations of the Washington Training College and South Lancaster Academy

Loyalty to the Sabbath

THE following is a portion of a letter dated Sept. 11, 1906, which the Sabbath-School Department has just received from Hamburg, Germany. The letter is a forecast of what it may cost others who will prove loyal to the truth in these last days. May the unyielding principle for right, on the part of this young man, be followed by all when they are brought into trying places for their faith. The extract follows:—

“We have a report before us of a German brother, a young man, who has been in the military prison about four months, all told, in Bavaria, where we enjoy so little toleration, and the government has so often fined our people for the harmless act of attending worship, as God has commanded us to do.

“The young man entered the cavalry department of the service, Oct. 5, 1905. As he had settled it in his heart beforehand that he would be true to God, and not trespass upon the Sabbath, difficulties began. At first he called the attention of the sergeant to his conscientious regard for the law of God, and the following Sabbath he was allowed to be off duty, for the sergeant had taken the matter to the lieutenant, who granted this favor.

“But the lieutenant sent the army chaplain to reason with our brother. The chaplain granted that, according to the Scriptures, the young man was right, but he said that in the military service one could not have regard for religion, but, so far as he was concerned, he could not advise him to serve on the Sabbath, if it was contrary to his convictions.

“The colonel was the next man who had to give his attention to the matter. The brother writes:—

“He said that he respected my religious convictions, but could make no difference because of religious scruples. Then the army physician examined me, and declared me to be sound in body and in mind, and then I was condemned to fourteen days’ arrest, but this was postponed, as they wanted the matter to be brought before the military court; but this fell through, and I was again brought before the colonel, who advised me to serve on the Sabbath. But as I refused because of my convictions, I was imprisoned.

“Later, I was brought before a member of the court martial, and had the privilege of witnessing for the truth there. The man seemed very much astonished that there were in these days young men who would remain true to their religion; for his part, he would not do such a foolish thing, would rather serve as requested, and avoid all danger that disobedience might bring. I was then brought before still two other members of the court martial, and released from imprisonment.

“At that time a brother was able to speak to the member of the court martial before whom I had been called, and it was seen that the member of the court martial was quite well acquainted with the Bible. Our brethren also appealed to the general as well as to the chaplain, and I had a number of Sabbaths free.

“Later the sergeant read me the conclusion of the minister of war, in which I was denied the Sabbath free any longer, and he strongly urged me to serve. But I remained true to my convictions. I was again brought to the colonel, and also to the captain of horse, both of whom gave me the same advise I had had before. But as I could not give any other answer to them than I had given to the others, I was again put under arrest. The court martial condemned me to forty-three days’ imprisonment. The time being past, I was again brought back to the troops, and the colonel rejoiced that I was still well. After this every Friday evening I had to report to the ward, where I received Sabbath free.

“After a time I was again sent to join the troops, and commanded to serve on the Sabbath. I refused, and was sent to the court martial, but as that was omitted, I was sent to Munich in the garrison hospital, to be observed. The physician in charge said that I had not had my mind weakened by the imprisonment, but that my nerves were very weak, and I was in danger of hysteria, and could also easily contract typhus or consumption. He said I would become hysterical if I should have to serve on Sabbath, and if I could not get Sabbath free, he would regard me as unfit for service. But because I was still normal in body and mind, I was once more tried by the court martial, condemned to two months’ imprisonment, and then later dismissed as unfit for service.”

“Imprisonment in the army here is not very pleasant. They have bread to eat, and water to drink. The army prison is a dark place, so that the sunlight does not get in. It is solitary confinement. But we are glad there are to-day God-fearing young men who will be just as true as Daniel and his fellows were, when they were tried at the court of Babylon. Again, these high military officers do not visit our meetings. They learn, however, of the law of God and the third angel’s message through the faithful witness of these young men.”

K. C. RUSSELL.

Religious Liberty Notes

GEN. JAMES F. SMITH was recently inaugurated governor-general of the Philippines. The general is a Catholic, but if he lives up to the principles laid down in his inaugural address, he will permit no dictation from the church. However, the Catholics seem to be very much elated, and have lost no chance to make capital out of the situation. When Governor Wright was inaugurated, Archbishop Harty was invited to take part in the ceremonies, and accepted, but on learning that another clergyman was to take part who was not a Catholic, he withdrew. At the time of Governor Ide's inauguration he was invited, but declined unless he alone should be the man whom the authorities delighted to honor; but this time was his chance. What took place behind the scenes is not known, but this much is known: the archbishop was the only clergyman on the official program to take part. He was to offer prayer. The official party gathered in the governor-general's office and marched down a flight of stairs and into the hall where the ceremony took place. The archbishop in his purple, marched with them. Just before they started, the archbishop informed Governor Smith that the prayer would not be offered, but instead of withdrawing he took his seat with men all of whom were government officials. There is no doubt that this was all part of a carefully laid scheme on his part, for he had announced that there was to be a solemn high mass in the cathedral following the inaugurating ceremony (in behalf of the governor-general, of course), and he doubtless thought by omitting the prayer at the ceremony he could give the cathedral service a sort of official color. Governor Smith and a number of other officials attended the service. The rector of the Episcopal Church read a protest at his Sunday service against the un-American action of the archbishop.

The Randolph (N. Y.) Register of October 12 contained the following item of news: “Frank Terney, a bootblack, who is the sole support of his mother and her two younger children, was recently arrested in Sharon, Pa., for shining shoes on Sunday. For this serious offense he was sentenced to jail, but friends interested themselves in his behalf, and paid his fine. One of the prominent manufacturers of the town has written an indignant letter to the Sharon Telegraph, in which he says he will contribute half the sum necessary to defend the boy from further proceedings of this character and to aid him in his efforts to maintain his family. Another indignant citizen has written the same newspaper that this persecution is, in his opinion, a disgrace to a civilized community, and worthy of the ancient witch burners.”

Publications Wanted

[SPECIAL NOTICE.— We learn that objectionable literature is being sent in response to these requests, and urge all to examine with special care any periodicals or pamphlets received outside of our well-known denominational publications. Be sure that the literature which you distribute teaches the truth.—Ed.]

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

Mrs. F. Harcourt, Clifford, Wis., periodicals.

Mrs. Susan S. Ward, Claremore, I. T., periodicals and tracts.

Dr. F. R. Parker, Box 560, Lebanon, Mo., Signs, Instructor, and Little Friend.

Mrs. G. W. Hill, Bennett, Adams Co., Colo., periodicals and tracts in English and German.

W. B. Walters, 736 W. Chapel St., Columbus, Ohio, a copy of the REVIEW of May 27, 1902.

George Gelder, 1 Seafeld Terrace, Link Rd., Blyth, Northumberland, England, periodicals and tracts; a large and constant supply desired.

Smith McCallister, Tell City, Ind., tracts.

Mrs. E. Kolb, West Park, Ohio, periodicals.

Business Notices

BRIEF business notices will be published in this department subject to the discretion of the publishers. A minimum charge of one dollar will be made for one insertion of forty words or less. Three cents a word will be charged for each additional word, and remittance must accompany each order. Initials and figures count as words. Name and address must be counted.

All persons unknown to the managers of this paper must send satisfactory written recommendations whenever submitting notices for insertion in this column.

In the case of poor persons who wish employment the charge may be remitted, but in order to secure this concession a letter from the elder of the local church of which the advertiser is a member, or from one of our well-known ministers, must accompany the advertisement.

WANTED.—Seventh-day Adventist white woman, to do general housework in family of parents and two girls. Address J. H. Herr, Ephrata, Lancaster Co., Pa.

WANTED.—A middle-aged woman to do general housework, or a good, steady girl that loves children. Address O. D. Kittle, 217 Chippewa St., Flint, Mich.

WANTED.—A young woman physician to act as assistant in a small sanitarium. Correspondence solicited. Address Dr. H. S. Maxson, 1051 Market St., Oakland, Cal.

FOR SALE.—Ripe olives, 60 cents for 1 gal. can; qts. also; 1 doz. to box. Pure extracted mountain honey, 6½ to 7½ cents a lb. White cooking oil, corn oil, olive-oil, English walnuts. Address W. S. Ritchie, Corona, Cal.

FOR SALE AT COST.—One first-class, erect Kellogg electric-light bath, used only a few times; in perfect condition. My reason for selling is my partner is unable to massage. Address M. V. Tantum, 127 Mercer St., Trenton, N. J.

SINGLE-COMB BUFF ORPINGTONS.—We breed nothing else; for we believe them to be the best. Hens, pullets, and cockerels, $2 each. Trio, $5. Eggs in season, $1.50 per fifteen. Satisfaction guaranteed. Union College Poultry Yards, College View, Neb.

WANTED.—To correspond with middle-aged Seventh-day Adventist woman who wishes a home, and will act as housekeeper in family of four, consisting of man, wife, and two children. References given and required. Address T. J. Chambers, Care of Review and Herald, Takoma Park, D. C.

EVERY reader should try our rancid-proof peanut butter, at 10 cents a pound. Purest cocoanut oil, 15 cents in 5-pound, 14 cents in 25-pound, and 13 cents in 50-pound lots. Samples, 10 cents. Agents wanted everywhere. Address Vegetarian Meat Company, Bond Building, Washington, D. C.

WANTED.—A consecrated middle-aged Seventh-day Adventist woman for a kitchen helper in a vegetarian restaurant that is closed upon the Sabbath; also a young woman of the same faith and zeal for table waitress. Good church privileges and steady employment. Address D. D. McDougall, 121 Shillito Place, Cincinnati, Ohio.

FOR SALE.—Small country sanitarium within 8 miles of the famous Gunnison Tunnel in the beautiful Uncompahgre Valley, Colorado; 27 rooms, heated and lighted; water-works; 22 acres land; 6 acres of orchard; water rights; cows, horses, vehicles; more patronage than present capacity can accommodate. Valuation, $15,000. Write for terms to Riverside Sanitarium, Montrose, Colo.

WOMEN living in large towns or cities, wishing employment that they may easily support themselves, should address, with stamp, Mrs. May Handley, R. F. D. 1, Rochester, Ohio. Those living in Oregon, Washington, California, Nevada, or Arizona should not answer this advertisement.

WANTED.—A housekeeper, by a brother who has recently lost his wife and is left with four small children. A Seventh-day Adventist of middle age, experienced with children, is desired. Reference by permission, Elder C. B. Stephenson, president Florida Conference. Address D. W. Manning, Starke, Fla.

FOR SALE.—Cereola, fresh made, in barrels, direct from Battle Creek, 6 cents a pound. Send cash with order. Barrels of 175 lbs. and 250 lbs. Do not wait. Help yourself and help others in this deal. Write for prices of B gluten flour, cooking oils, malt honey, canned corn, figs, apples, maple sirup, etc., to New York Food Co., Oxford, N. Y.

FOR SALE.—Purest, most healthful, best vegetable oil for cooking or salads; no odor; keeps indefinitely. Gal. can, $1; 5-gal., $4. Also olive-oil of the purest grade; gal., $2.75; half-gal., $1.40; quart can, 85 cents. Send for samples. Also write for prices on California ripe olives and honey. Address E. W. Coates, 535 W. 110th St., New York City, N. Y.

PARTNER WANTED.—Seventh-day Adventist with $6,000 cash, to take half interest in manufacturing plant on its merits. Party must be competent to take charge of sales department and travel about eight or nine months a year. Staple articles, good profits. Must considerably increase manufacturing capacity at once, as have more orders than can fill. Business been running since 1898. Employ thirty hands steadily. Give church and bank references. Address J. W. Barnhurst, Buchanan, Mich.

Attention!

ALL have doubtless learned ere this of the destruction by fire of our main building on the night of the 11th inst. Now, will not those who had made pledges for the work here come to our rescue at this time by paying their pledges now instead of waiting until they are due. Some have already written us, sending in checks, not only paying their pledges, but doubling and even trebling them. We trust there are others who will be pleased to do the same.

All our files and addresses, as well as the unanswered letters, were burned with the other things, and therefore we request that any who have written prior to the fire and have not received an answer will kindly write us again. In fact, we would appreciate receiving the names and addresses of our colored people everywhere, and particularly those addresses which had been furnished us as being possible prospective students. Send all remittances and addresses to O. R. Staines, Business Manager, Oakwood Manual Training-school, Huntsville, Ala.

Address Wanted

By CARRY B. ARMSTRONG

ANY one knowing the whereabouts of A. N. Woodbury or possessing any information concerning him, is requested to notify the Fontanelle (Iowa) church, as his name is on the list of its members.

CARRY B. ARMSTRONG, Clerk.

Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Wanted

By L. A. Hansen

THE Nashville Sanitarium has been blessed in securing an ideal country location, surrounded by a beautiful lawn and a few acres of garden land. We wish to further beautify our surroundings, and herewith offer others an opportunity to help us. This can be done without much expense to individuals, and at considerable advantage to our work. We have little means to invest in this direction, as we are now trying to get the much-needed improvements and equipments for our buildings.

We can use to excellent advantage flower and vegetable seeds, plants, roots, bulbs, shrubs, fruit trees, and vines. Perhaps you have some choice ones that you can spare. Give names of the varieties, and any special instructions needed regarding their care. If you ship fruit trees or berry vines, pack them well to withstand cold. Address Nashville Sanitarium, R. F. D. 7, Station B, Nashville, Tenn. Write for any other information.

L. A. HANSEN.

Obituaries

RYDER.—Died at Agnew, Mich., Oct. 5, 1906, Leora, infant daughter of William V. and Cora (Parmiter) Ryder, aged 5 months and 15 days. During a brief visit at the home of Brother Ryder's parents, little Leora was taken sick, and although all the medical skill available was employed, death claimed the little one, and she was laid to rest to await the resurrection, when the angels will, we trust, restore her to the loving arms from which she was so rudely taken. The parents sorrow, but not as those without hope. Text, Matt. 19:14 S. D. HARTWELL.

RUSSELL.—Died at his home near Conewango Valley, N. Y., Sept. 8, 1906, Truman Russell, aged 82 years. Death resulted from heart trouble, from which the deceased had suffered for a year past. Mr. Russell was the father and father-in-law of several ministers of our faith—two sons, Elder E. T. Russell, president of the Central Union Conference, and Elder K. C. Russell, of Washington, D. C., a daughter, Mrs. Lulu Wightman, a licensed minister of the New York Conference, and two sons-in-law, Elder J. B. Stow and the writer. Mr. Russell had been a Sabbath-keeper for a number of years, and was always glad to hear of the progress of present truth, but had never united with one of our churches. During his last illness he drew very near to the Master, earnestly prayed for the forgiveness of his sins, and died, giving every assurance that all was well with his soul. The deceased leaves an aged wife and eight children to mourn their loss. The funeral took place at the home on September 10, conducted by Elder F. Peabody. It was largely attended by sorrowing relatives and friends. Interment was in the village cemetery, near Kennedy. John S. Wightman.

An Important Part of Our Work

By Editor

It has been suggested by Elder E. T. Russell, the president of the International Publishing Association, that the three articles printed in the Field department, under the general heading “An Important Part of Our Work,” should be read in the churches next Sabbath in view of the collection to be taken then in behalf of the effort to supply foreign literature. We pass this suggestion along for the consideration of such church officers as receive the REVIEW in time to adopt this plan.

A Medical Missionary Secretary Appointed

By Arthur G. Daniells

OUR medical workers will be glad to learn that after some delay we have secured a secretary for the General Conference Medical Missionary Department. Some months before the General Conference held in Washington in 1905, Dr. J. E. Froom was appointed by the General Conference Committee to look after the general interests of our medical missionary work. When the Medical Missionary Department was organized at the Washington Conference, Dr. Froom was elected secretary of the department. While visiting the Northern Pacific Union Conference a few months ago in the interests of the department, he was requested to take charge of the Portland Sanitarium, and the General Conference was urged to release him for that position. This was agreed to, and since then the department has had no secretary. This has been unfortunate. The department is large, and has many important interests that need constant attention. These interests have suffered since Dr. Froom's retirement from the secretaryship.

But this department will now receive proper attention. Dr. W. A. Ruble has accepted a call from the General Conference Committee to take the secretaryship, and will be in charge of the department at Washington in a few days. After having been graduated from Battle Creek College, Brother Ruble spent some years in our educational work, and went to Africa to connect with Claremont Union College. While holding the position of president of the college, he decided to take a medical course. Having completed this course, Dr. Ruble again joins our busy force of workers. We feel sure that our physicians and nurses will give Dr. E. T. Ruble a hearty welcome to the important post of service to which he has been called. It is the plan of the General Conference Committee that the medical secretary shall be a member of the medical staff of the Washington Sanitarium when the new institution is opened. This will enable him to keep up to date in practical work. All correspondence relating to the general interests of our medical missionary work should be addressed to Dr. W. A. Ruble, Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C.

A. G. DANIELLS.

The Second Sabbath Service

As the missionary campaign committee has fixed Sabbath, November 10, as the date for the local missionary convention in every church, we will not send out the usual second Sabbath reading for November.

MISSION BOARD.

The Need of Foreign Literature

By I. T. Reynolds

It seems that few realize how much we need literature for foreigners. For nearly three years past I have been in New Orleans, two years doing canvassing and self-supporting work, and the present year as State agent; and during that time I have made it a part of my regular work, whenever possible, to visit the ships on Sunday and give away literature. I wrote to our different papers for literature in foreign languages, and received it from many parts of the country, but it was nearly all in Swedish, Danish, or Norwegian. I was surprised to find that we have so little in German, Spanish, Italian, or French. I suppose there are one hundred coming to New Orleans who read one of these last four languages to one who reads the others mentioned, and it was pitiful to have them crowd around me, these scores of lonely men, eager to read, and then have them turn despondently away.

Brethren, each of you can be a missionary to the extent that you make it possible by your contribution on November 3 for us to have German, Italian, French, and Spanish tracts. These are very important in the South, and some others could be used. Especially do we need Italian in the South.

I. T. REYNOLDS, State Agent, Louisiana.

Lessons for Our Young People

By G. B. Thompson

A NEW series of lessons for our young people has been arranged for by the Sabbath-school Department, and will begin in the Youth’s Instructor at once. These lessons will consist of brief, yet pointed Bible readings, a study of the book “Ministry of Healing,” and the mission fields. The Bible, health and practical themes, and world-wide missions—surely, no more profitable subjects than these could be studied. These lessons will emphasize the message and the field.

In making this arrangement for lessons to be used in all our Young People’s Societies, we have received the excellent counsel of a number of those who have had long experience in the work, and are deeply interested in the work of our youth. The book “Ministry of Healing” is thought by some to be the best book which has ever come from the pen of Sister White. It is a new book, and has never been studied by many of our people, either old or young. These lessons will afford all an excellent opportunity to study the many practical things which it contains, and at the same time study the Scriptures, and many interesting things regarding the progress of our work in the regions beyond.

We hope all our Societies in every conference will begin a study of these lessons. The Instructor is the organ of our young people’s work, and should be used in all our Societies.

G. B. THOMPSON.

Growth of Adventist Schools

In perusing the matter published in the Educational department, the reader can not fail to be impressed by the large increase in the numbers entering our schools this year, and the growth of the missionary spirit among the students.

Brother Claude Acmoody Appointed to Turkey

BROTHER CLAUDE ACMOODY, of Wisconsin, spoke at the Takoma Park church service last Sabbath. He is spending a few days with his parents in Washington, before sailing for Turkey, to which field he has accepted appointment.

Annual Week of Prayer

THE time of the annual week-of-prayer season has been set by the General Conference Committee as December 15-22. The readings will be printed in the REVIEW. A short exercise for the children will accompany the reading for each day.

Nethery Families Sail for Egypt

The party for Egypt, Elder Jay Nethery and his wife, and R. J. Nethery and family, made a brief visit in Washington last week, on their way to New York. They sailed October 27 for Naples and Alexandria. Brother R. J. Nethery and family go at their own expense, as self-supporting workers.

British Work Secures Country Location

WE hear from Brother W. C. Sisley, of London, that our British brethren have finally secured a satisfactory country location for their school and other enterprises, at Watford, near London, and expect to get possession in December. This is an important move in the strengthening of the work in Great Britain.

Special Illustrated Numbers After Valparaiso Disaster

SPECIAL illustrated numbers of both our Buenos Ayres and Valparaiso papers were issued following the earthquake and fire in Valparaiso. Our Buenos Ayres mission press printed ten thousand copies of its paper. The Valparaiso special had a large circulation, one man ordering ten thousand copies. One sister took two thousand copies.

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