The Washington-Lincoln Number of the "Signs of the Times" by Editor

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jan 11, 1912

The Washington-Lincoln Number of the "Signs of the Times"

By Editor

As February is the month when both Washington and Lincoln were born, and as their birthdays are national holidays, it is especially fitting that the magazine contain some articles with reference to these great men, and the mighty work that was accomplished, in a measure, through their influence and efforts.

The cover design presents a picture of Washington and his wife at Mount Vernon. The old colonial building is shown in the background, flanked by trees. At the right on the lawn, in a shadow of one of the trees, sits Martha Washington. Near her, and a little in front, is a relative. To the left, advancing, hat in hand, is George Washington. He is carrying a spray of flowers, which he holds out to Eleanor Parke Custis, his adopted child.

A Partial List of Contents

“Washington and Religious Liberty,” by M. C. Wilcox, is an article of historical and practical interest. It gives George Washington’s attitude toward those in his day who observed the seventh-day Sabbath. His letter to the Ephrata community of Seventh-day Christians is given, and it well supports the practically universal belief in the greatness of Washington. It may be said to be Washington’s “declaration of religious liberty.”

“Lincoln and Liberty,” by A. O. Tait. Another great man and the principles that go for genuine greatness. Let us remember, with the man, the principles for which he stands.

“A Witness of the Stars,” by Frank S. Weston. Not following the beaten path. Startlingly new facts and reasonings.

“Death Abolished by Life,” by J. O. Corliss. The closing article of this series from the pen of Mr. Corliss. It is worth your time.

“How to Keep From Falling,” by George B. Starr. A good practical article on how to sustain one’s Christian experience.

“The Redemption of the Earth,” by William Covert. God’s plan for our world. Worthy of your study. The main principles briefly outlined.

“The Second Coming of Christ, Bringing Life and Immortality,” by George W. Rine. The second of this series. Commended to the most careful attention of our readers.

There are others, with the usual good line of current topics.

Well illustrated.

This number is sure to take well with the people, and is an unusually good one to work with.