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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D.C. · May 20, 1915

Obituaries

Elder S. W. Nellis

ELDER SYLVESTER W. NELLIS died April 10, 1915, at his home in Battle Ground, Wash., aged 59 years, 7 months, and 2 days. He was born in Edgerton, Mountain, Victoria, Australia, Sept. 8, 1855. His parents were members of the Methodist Church, which he faithfully attended in his boyhood. His mother having died, he came with his father to the United States, settling in California. In 1881 he was married to Miss Lizzie Reed, who survives him, and whose faithful companionship he often spoke of during his last illness, as having encouraged him in his labors, and whose tender ministry was a comfort to him in his closing hours. Four children were born to this union, three of whom are now living: William Reed Nellis, Mrs. Lulu Rose Winston, and Mrs. Ruth R. Walker. These, with their companions, were at his bedside till his death. When he knew that he had but a short time to live, it was his special prayer that he might not pass away until his sister, Mrs. Lulu Nellis Murphy, of San Francisco, and his wife’s sister, Mrs. Rose Pistolese, of the same place, could be with him. His prayer was graciously answered, and they arrived a few days before he fell asleep. His mental faculties were bright and unimpaired to the last, and many loving messages were given to friends and relatives, and many exhortations to the church, to individuals, and to the young people, for whom he had a tender solicitude. His life was characterized by a spirit of forgiveness and love, and to the end nothing but cheer, hopefulness, courage, and strong faith was manifest. Brother Nellis accepted present truth in Calistoga, Cal., under the faithful labors of Elders William Healey and H. A. St. John. He very soon became an earnest worker, first as an elder in the local church, and afterwards in the ministry to which he was called, being ordained with the writer at the Portland camp meeting in May, 1897. His ministerial work was with great earnestness, much power, and exceptional ability, and scores of persons who have received the message of God from his lips, rejoice in the truth today. When Western Oregon and Western Washington became conferences, about 1902, he was elected to the presidency of the Western Washington Conference. He duly bore the responsibilities of this office until called to Australia, where for four years he was the president of the Queensland Conference. While there he had a severe attack of the dengue fever, which in a large measure affected his vigor. Returning to this country in 1908, he accepted the presidency of the Western Washington Conference for a time. About five years ago, through overexertion to catch a train by which to reach an appointment, his heart became seriously affected, which was the immediate cause of his death. For several years he was vice president of the Pacific Union Conference, but constantly failing health made it necessary to give up all taxing labor. He greatly desired to continue in the service of the ministry, but was cheerfully resigned to be laid to rest if the Lord so willed. Triumphant praise was constantly heard from his lips, and though at times he suffered greatly, he ever said, “This is nothing compared to what my Saviour endured.” Late in the afternoon of the Sabbath he quietly fell asleep in Jesus, to await the soon-coming resurrection of the children of God. The family lay to rest a tender and faithful husband and father, the church loses a careful and tender undershepherd, and the ministry a wise counselor and courageous and zealous preacher of present truth. Words of comfort from Ps. 37:37 were spoken by the writer. C. A. WYMAN.

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JOHNSON.—Oradell Johnson, infant child of Brother and Sister E. L. Johnson, of Pittsburgh, Pa., died April 6, 1915. The writer spoke words of comfort to the sorrowing parents and friends. A. N. DURRANT.

BEDWELL.—Emet Bedwell, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Bedwell, was born in Spokane, Wash., June 16, 1914, and died April 13, 1915. The parents and two brothers are left to mourn, but they sorrow not as those who have no hope. A. M. DART.

WESTCOTT.—Henry W. Westcott died in Brunswick, Maine, as the result of an accident, April 4, 1915. His age was 65 years, 1 month, and 23 days. He embraced the third angel’s message twenty-three years ago. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. S. J. HERSUM.

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LOFTHOUSE.—Mrs. Amelia Isabelle Lofthouse died in Fallon, Nev., April 22, 1915. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, July 19, 1853. Sister Lofthouse accepted present truth under the efforts of Frank Lamb at Unionville, Nev., in 1884, and this “blessed hope” was dear to her even unto the end. We feel assured that she sleeps in Jesus. C. S. PROUT.

WICLIFFE.—Glen Hazel Wicliffe, née Myers, was born in California, Sept. 25, 1891, and died in Fresno, Cal., April 14, 1915. She was a member of the Fresno church at the time of her death, and was fully reconciled to the will of God in regard to her case. Her death is mourned by a husband, two children, her parents, two sisters, and one brother. N. P. NEILSEN.

PREVATT.—Ella T. Abbott was born Dec. 18, 1859, and died in Gainesville, Fla., Feb. 10, 1915. She was married to D. E. Prevatt in 1872, and thirteen children were born to them. In 1909, through the labors of Elder Dan Stephenson, she accepted present truth and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church at Jennings Lake, Fla. Sister Prevatt was a devout Christian, and perfectly resigned to the will of God. W. H. HECKMAN.

McNETT.—Dewitt Clinton McNett was born in Elmira, N. Y., Nov. 12, 1845, and died in Orlando, Fla., March 10, 1915. In 1879 he was married to Miss Eliza E. Burbridge. One year later they began the observance of the seventh-day Sabbath, afterwards fully accepting the doctrines taught by Seventh-day Adventists. Brother McNett was an earnest Christian, and sacrificed constantly that he might help forward the work of God. His companion and eight children survive. W. H. HECKMAN.

HANSON.—Nels Hanson was born in Denmark, Dec. 9, 1828. He came to this country in 1856, and lived for a time in Pennsylvania, but later went to Wisconsin, where he was married to Anna Jensen. Ten children were born to them, six of whom survive. Under the labors of Elder J. G. Matteson he accepted the third angel’s message in 1865. The family lived for a time in Minnesota and Iowa, but finally came to Oregon, where he fell asleep at the home of his son, in Hillsboro, March 23, 1915. *

SHORT.—Sarah A. Short was born near Des Moines, Iowa, March 7, 1851. In 1865, with her parents, she crossed the plains and settled in Santa Cruz County, California. She was married to George E. Short, of Watsonville, Cal., in 1871. Of the three children born to them, two daughters are left to mourn. Sister Short gave her heart to God about the year 1877, and in 1902 accepted present truth, later becoming a faithful member of the San Jose church. Two daughters, an aged mother, one sister, and two brothers are left to mourn. ALBERT E. PLACE.

HEALD.—Died at his home, in Nevada, Iowa, Dec. 30, 1914, John Heald, aged 75 years, 3 months, and 23 days. He was born in Columbiana County, Ohio. In 1850 the family moved to Iowa, settling in Libertyville, where he spent the greater part of his life. April 10, 1861, he was married to Malinda F. Grammar, and to them were born six children, five of whom are still living. At the age of twenty-one Brother Heald united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and remained a faithful, consistent member until the end. *

HILL.—Lynn Everett Hill died in Mountain View, Cal., Feb. 25, 1915, aged 7 years, 1 month, and 26 days. Little Lynn had a deep and genuine Christian experience. He suffered much during the last two years of his life, but was wonderfully patient and uncomplaining. His parents and one brother are left to mourn. A. O. TAIT.

HEWITT.—Henry Hewitt was born in Wisconsin, May 25, 1841, and died April 26, 1915, in his seventy-first year, in Richmond, Va. The family lived for many years in Minnesota, but his later years were spent in the South and West. His wife, one daughter, two sons, and one adopted son survive. He sleeps, awaiting the call of the Lifegiver. MRS. ANNIE HEWITT NASH.

PETERSON.—Abba Edith Peterson was born in Sweden, July 16, 1897, and died in Lordsburg, Cal., Jan. 24, 1915. Three years ago Sister Peterson came from Sweden to Vancouver, British Columbia, where she lived with her uncle’s family. She accepted present truth two years ago, and was baptized, uniting with the Vancouver church. She sleeps in the blessed hope. F. M. BURG.

WILCOX.—Luella C. Wilcox died in Mountain View, Cal., March 26, 1915. In 1888 she was led to accept the third angel’s message through the influence of her mother, and became one of the charter members of the Kansas City church. During her Christian life she made a practice of reading her Bible through each year, and was greatly strengthened by the rich promises found in this mine of truth. A. O. TAIT.

HOLLAND.—J. H. Holland was born in Brookline, Vt., March 15, 1829, and died at his home, in Delevan, N. Y., May 1, 1915. When he was a child, his parents moved to Ashford, N. Y., where he lived until his twenty-sixth year. Then he went West, and was married to Mary Elizabeth Huffstater. Three children were born to them, and these are left to mourn. Brother Holland was loyal to the third angel’s message until the last. H. LESLEY SHOUP.

DALBEY.—Thomas J. H. Dalbey was born in Indiana, Aug. 15, 1827, and died April 13, 1915. This year was the fiftieth anniversary of his marriage, and eight of his nine children are living. Brother Dalbey gave his heart to the Lord forty-seven years ago, and from that time until his death was a consistent Christian. His faith in God was unshaken even when he entered the valley of the shadow of death. JAMES TAPHOUSE.

MACKIN.—Frank R. Mackin was born in Findlay, Ohio, Feb. 8, 1895, and died in Lima, Ohio, April 26, 1915. He was graduated from the Lima high school in 1913, and studied one year in the Cincinnati art school. At the age of fourteen he was baptized and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and remained a faithful Christian until claimed by death. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. E. J. VAN HORN.

ARMOR.—Samuel Whitmarsh Armor was born Jan. 3, 1850, and died April 19, 1915. The funeral services were held in Pittsburgh, Pa. Brother Armor was one of the first to accept present truth in Pittsburgh, and for thirty years he was a believer in the third angel’s message. In his work as a traveling salesman he found many opportunities to win others to the cause he loved, and we feel confident that he will have a part in the first resurrection. JOHN P. GAEDE.

EERNISEE.—Susanna Elizabeth Eernisee was born in Holland, April 7, 1837. At the age of seven years she came to America with her parents, and for some time lived in Wisconsin. On Nov. 26, 1856, she was married to John Eernisee. In the spring of 1867 they moved to Iowa, where they resided until coming to Fairhope, Ala., three years ago. Our sister accepted present truth about twenty years ago, and in this hope she fell asleep April 8, 1915. JAMES BELLINGER. (Southern Union Worker please copy)

OSTZ.—Eliza Ostz died April 14, 1915, at her home, near Oil City, Pa., aged 73 years. She was a faithful member of the Johnstown church, and was held in high esteem by all who knew her. Her death is mourned by her husband, several children, and many relatives and friends. J. W. WATT.

KILGORE.—Mary Josephine Kilgore was born Nov. 12, 1905, in Denver, Colo., and died Feb. 27, 1915, in the same city. She was a Christian, and took an active interest in the church work, especially Sabbath school. Her loss will be greatly felt in the home circle, where her parents and a brother are left to mourn. G. W. ANGLEBARGER.

MOWER.—Samuel H. Mower was born Aug. 17, 1866, in the State of Maine, and died suddenly Jan. 20, 1915, at his home, in Denver, Colo. He is survived by his wife and four small children, his mother, three brothers, and two sisters. Brother Mower united with the Denver church about five years ago. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. G. W. ANGLEBARGER.

CARY.—Ann Cary was born in Palmyra, N. Y., Sept. 17, 1829, and died March 27, 1915, aged 85 years. She embraced the third angel’s message over forty years ago, in Petaluma, Cal., under the labors of Elders J. N. Loughborough and D. M. Canright. Sister Cary was an invalid for some time, but she did not fear death, and the end came peacefully and quietly. Four sons and three daughters are left to mourn. C. E. FORD.

HALL.—William H. Hall was born in Somerville, Mass., May 11, 1889, and died in the Clinton Tubercular Hospital, April 4, 1915. His early life was spent in Cambridge, Mass., where he received his education. Feb. 12, 1912, he was united in marriage with Miss Emily Glendenning, who, with their child, the parents, and a brother and a sister, mourns his death. Six years ago Brother Hall accepted present truth, and his life thereafter was that of a devout Christian. O. F. BUTCHER.

SIVERTSEN.—Hakon Jarl Sivertsen fell asleep at his home, near Valders, Wis., April 19, 1915, aged 56 years, 6 months, and 10 days. He was born in Norway in 1858, and in 1859 was married to Severine Theresia Kristiansen. To this union five children were born, four of whom, with their mother, are left to mourn. Ten years ago Brother Sivertsen accepted present truth in Brooklyn, N. Y. Later the family moved to Wisconsin, and he united with the Wensah church, of which he was a faithful member when called by death. S. SORENSEN.

ALDRICH.—Jerusha B. Mandiville was born in Seneca County, New York, April 13, 1830, and was nearly eighty-five years old when she died, in Battle Creek, Mich., Jan. 18, 1915. She was the first-born of ten children, only three of whom are now living. She was married May 9, 1849, to Jonathan M. Aldrich, and they made their home in Somerset, N. Y., where in 1860 Elder J. N. Andrews and R. F. Cottrell first brought the advent and Sabbath truth to their knowledge, which they embraced. Father was called by the General Conference to Battle Creek in 1866. He was secretary of the Publishing Association, and was later the first president of the association to succeed Elder James White. He died in 1870. Mother lived for some years with her daughter Huldah, who was married to Harry Rue in 1886. After Huldah’s death, which occurred in 1889, mother again made her home with me. For many years she was unable to hear anything, but in spite of her deafness she attended church services regularly. The early adoption of health principles without doubt lengthened her life. She was remarkably spry and well for one of her age. Her last sickness was only of four weeks’ duration, the result of limb failure. An abscess probably hastened her death. She awaits the coming of the Life-giver, when “the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped” and “the deaf shall hear the voice of the Son of God.” Elder L. McCoy preached the funeral service. HOMER M. ALDRICH.

STENBORN.—Louis W. Stenborn, infant son of Brother and Sister L. W. Stenborn, died in Denver, Colo., Jan. 11, 1915, aged 7 months. He was an only child, and will be greatly missed by the sorrowing parents, but they are comforted by the blessed hope. G. W. ANGLEBARGER.

RILEY.—Effie Branch was born in Stanhope, Iowa, Jan. 10, 1871. In 1891 she was married to Brother Riley, and three years later the family moved to California. They learned of the truths of the third angel’s message, and last fall moved to Lodi, to place their daughter in school. Sister Riley died suddenly April 1, 1915. CLARENCE SANTEE.

LELAND.—Catherine Louisa Zombro Leland died in Chicago, Ill., April 14, 1915. She was born in Urbana, Ohio, Dec. 26, 1838, and July 4, 1882, was united in marriage with Timothy Leland. She accepted the third angel’s message as the result of Bible readings, and was baptized by Elder C. T. Everson in October, 1911. One brother and a number of other relatives are left to mourn. JOHN E. HANSON.

JOHNSON.—Leah Hellena Ellingson was born in Stavanger, Norway, Oct. 22, 1858, and died in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, April 4, 1915. She came to America in 1873, and was united in marriage with A. P. Johnson on March 18, 1882. Their seven children and the bereaved husband are left to mourn. Sister Johnson became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in 1886, and was an earnest Christian. A. M. DART.

GOUGH.—Mrs. Mary Williams Gough died April 14, 1915, in Kittanning, Pa., in her sixty-seventh year. She was born in Pottsville, Pa. In May, 1869, she was married to Thomas Gough, who, with their two children, is left to mourn. One sister of the deceased is also living. Sister Gough was a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, always ready to do what she could for the cause she loved so dearly. CHAS. F. ULRICH.

McDANIELS.—John McDaniels was born in New York State, Oct. 12, 1832, and fell asleep in Jesus at the home of his daughter, March 30, 1915. He accepted the truths of the third angel’s message in 1865, through the labors of Elder O. A. Olsen, while living in Wisconsin, and remained loyal until his death. Brother McDaniels was a devoted husband and father, and will be greatly missed by his children and a large circle of friends. L. E. WELLMAN.

ALEXANDER.—Samuel Ulysses Alexander died at his home, in Rutland, Vt., April 12, 1915, in his seventieth year. He was born in Port Royal, Va., but had resided in Rutland for forty-seven years. His wife recently accepted present truth, and we believe that he would soon have joined her in keeping the commandments of God had his life been spared. His companion, one daughter, a sister, and other relatives are left to mourn. L. F. PASSERBOIS.

ADAMS.—Mrs. Maranda L. Adams was born July 6, 1847, in the State of New York. When she was three years old, the family moved to Wisconsin, and later to Nebraska, where she grew to womanhood. Jan. 23, 1875, she was married to Taylor Adams. Four of their seven children are left to mourn. Sister Adams became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church when twelve years of age, and remained faithful until her death, which occurred in Denver, Colo., Feb. 23, 1915. G. W. ANGLEBARGER.

VAN BUSKIRK.—Rhoda Jane Lidstone was born in Freetown, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, April 21, 1867, and died April 10, 1915. She was married to Albert A. Van Buskirk in 1888, in Moncton, New Brunswick, where they resided for twenty-seven years. Four daughters were born to them, three of whom survive. Eighteen years ago Sister Van Buskirk became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She was an invalid for several years, but bore all her suffering patiently. G. H. SKINNER.

WETMORE.—Myrtle D. Wetmore died in Wrights, Pa., April 2, 1915, aged 24 years, 6 months, and 24 days. Her intense desire that her two small children should be sure of a Christian home led her to bring them across the continent at a time when it was doubtful whether or not she would survive the journey. B. F. KNEELAND.

CHAPMAN.—Robert M. Chapman was born in Anderson, S. C., Feb. 12, 1872, and died at his home, April 16, 1915. The last thirteen years of his life were spent in Kansas City, where he came to believe the truth as taught by Seventh-day Adventists, and purposed to unite with the church; but death came unexpectedly. He is survived by a wife and a daughter. J. W. ALLISON.

SQUIRES.—Edward R. Squires was born in March, England, March 15, 1837. The family came to America during his early years, and he lived in various parts of the United States and Canada, finally settling in Oregon about 1875. Four years later he accepted present truth under the labors of the writer, and from that time was an earnest Christian. He fell asleep March 18, 1915, in the hope of a part in the first resurrection. R. D. BENHAM.

HANEY.—Emily J. Haney was born Oct. 19, 1844, near Rossville, Ind., and died at the home of her son, in Denver, Colo., April 2, 1915, just about six hours after the death of her husband. They were buried in the same grave. Sister Haney was baptized by the writer, and united with the Denver church about one year ago. She was an earnest, faithful Christian, and sleeps in Jesus. Four sons are left to mourn. G. W. ANGLEBARGER.

GRAY.—Lenia C. Gray was born Feb. 6, 1846, in Rockport, Mo., and died April 11, 1915, at her home, in Denver, Colo. Sister Gray came to Colorado in 1873, and was a charter member of the Denver church. The day before her death she was present at church services, taking an active part in the Sabbath school. Her loss will be especially felt by her aged companion, two daughters, and a number of grandchildren. She sleeps in Jesus. G. W. ANGLEBARGER.

MORRISON.—Mary C. Sharp was born in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, May 3, 1849, and died at the home of her daughter, in Welsh, La., March 29, 1915. She was married to Francis H. Morrison Aug. 27, 1868. To this union were born six children, three of whom survive. When she was fourteen years of age, her parents accepted present truth, and soon afterwards she united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, remaining faithful until her death. R. W. PAUL.

ROGERS.—Sarah A. Rogers, née Miller, descendant of William Miller and grandniece of Gen. Robert E. Lee, was born in Montgomery County, Indiana, Feb. 11, 1832, and died March 26, 1915, at her home, in San Fernando, Cal. She was married to Elder J. H. Rogers on Dec. 1, 1853, and their union was blessed with five children, three of whom are still living, all loyal to the truth. The Sabbath message came to Brother and Sister Rogers in 1860, and in 1870 Sister Rogers encouraged her husband to enter the colporteur work under the direction of Elder and Mrs. James White. Her self-sacrificing spirit enabled Elder Rogers to continue his pioneer work in the early seventies, and he stayed in the field under the most trying circumstances. Sister Rogers spent the last twelve years of her life in California. Her Christian devotion and missionary spirit molded the labors of her loving husband throughout the seventy-one years of their happy married life. In her eighty-third year, feeble and worn-out, the day before she was stricken down she made her last effort to help a neighbor to the light of truth. Her interest in foreign missions was manifested by her liberal Thirteenth Sabbath Offering, which lay on the table beside her deathbed. Words of comfort were spoken at the funeral service by Elders E. E. Andross and J. O. Corliss and the writer. H. S. PRENER.

SMITH.—Waveline Virginia Smith, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arzie Smith, of Salem, W. Va., was born April 2, 1915, and died April 9. The sorrowing parents and relatives hope to meet their loved one in the resurrection morning. MRS. F. E. COOLEY.

HENDERSON.—Mary Hobbs Henderson was born in Green Bush, Ontario, July 25, 1850. Her death occurred Dec. 15, 1914. Three sons and three daughters are left to mourn their loss. She rejoiced in the light of present truth, and we laid her away to await the call of the Life-giver. A. V. RHOADS.

REICHENECKER.—A. J. Reichenecker was born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1853, and died in Beach, N. Dak., March 29, 1915. He is survived by an aged mother, one daughter, two brothers, and a sister. A few months before his death he gave his heart to God, and we expect to meet him in the resurrection morning. A. V. RHOADS.

ROSENKRANS.—Percy Rosenkrans accidentally shot himself March 14, 1915, and died three days later, at the age of 22 years. Percy gave his heart to God some months ago, and lived faithfully until his death. We believe that he sleeps in Jesus. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by the Presbyterian minister. A. V. RHOADS.

LOCKEY.—Nirena A. Lockey was born in the State of New York, July 22, 1838, and died March 26, 1915, in Vermontville, Mich. Her life was spent in the service of God, and for forty-four years she was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her faith and courage were strong until the last. Words of consolation were spoken by the writer. F. A. WRIGHT.

ROOSE.—Mrs. Addie Roose was born in Ashland County, Ohio, May 6, 1863, and died at her home, near Orleans, Mich., March 18, 1915. She leaves a husband, one son, her father, five brothers, and four sisters to mourn their loss. Sister Roose accepted present truth about twelve years ago, and was a faithful, sacrificing member of the Grand Rapids church. W. W. ROBINSON.

HIBBARD.—Susie J. David was born in Metamora, Ill., April 28, 1864, and died in Walworth, Wis., March 27, 1915. She was married to Willard L. Hibbard Sept. 4, 1882. Two years previous to her marriage she was converted, and in 1912 became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church at Clearwater Lake, Wis. A devoted husband and four sons are left to mourn. L. E. WELLMAN.

NEVINS.—Byron Richard Nevins was born Oct. 24, 1844, in Medina Township, Lenawee Co., Mich., and died at his home, near Alma, Mich., April 15, 1915. He was an invalid and a great sufferer during the last fifteen years of his life. In 1873, under the labors of Elder I. D. Van Horn, he accepted present truth, and was a faithful member of the Alma church. He leaves a faithful wife, one daughter, and one son to mourn their loss. J. G. LAMSON.

WONSER.—Margaretta Jeffrey was born near Milan, Ohio, Oct. 27, 1827. In 1853 she was married to Ira Wonser. Four children were born to this union, three of whom survive. Our sister died at the home of her daughter in Bellevue, Ohio, aged 87 years, 5 months, and 12 days. For years she was a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. During the last two years of her life she was blind, but she was always patient and cheerful, and we know she sleeps in hope. D. E. LINDSEY.

PRESTON.—Joel L. Preston was born in Bellevue, Mich., April 26, 1840, and died at the home of his daughter, in Durango, Colo., March 22, 1915. He accepted present truth twenty-eight years ago, and was a consistent Christian, and an active worker in his home church. He fell asleep with a bright hope of having part in the first resurrection. Brother Preston leaves a wife, four daughters, three sons, with other relatives and many friends, to mourn. MRS. LILLIE B. STRATTON.

BRUSH.—Bradley James Brush was born July 22, 1831, in northern New York, and died Feb. 9, 1915, in Bakersfield, Cal. He came West overland in 1860. Here he accepted the third angel’s message, and was an esteemed member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church until the time of his death. E. H. ADAMS.

JONES.—Rosalie Hickman was born in Baltimore, Md., March 9, 1871, and died in Bakersfield, Cal., April 8, 1915. She was married to Joseph G. Jones, and they made their home in Baltimore until 1905, when the family came to California. Ten of their twelve children, with the bereaved husband, are left to mourn. E. H. ADAMS.

MURPHY.—Died in Fresno, Cal., April 5, 1915, Mary R. Murphy, née Bitner, aged 27 years, 9 months, and 19 days. She was married March 15, 1915, being a bride of only three weeks when she passed away. Her husband, two brothers, and other relatives are left to mourn. She was a member of the Fresno church, and fell asleep in the blessed hope. N. P. NEILSEN.

LYNDE.—Claude L. Lynde was born in Rossie, N. Y., Aug. 3, 1897, and died in South Lancaster, Mass., April 15, 1915, as the result of an accident. A few hours before his death he expressed the hope that he might be spared to devote the remainder of his life to the service of God. This is a great comfort to the sorrowing family. The parents, one brother, and three sisters survive. O. F. BUTCHER.

RUSSELL.—Reta, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Russell, of Sundance, Wyo., was born Dec. 16, 1911, and died March 24, 1915, aged 3 years, 3 months, and 8 days. She was a lovable child, and will be missed greatly by all who knew her. Reta loved Jesus, and her parents and sisters hope to meet their loved one in the earth made new. Pastor Woyt conducted the funeral service. MR. AND MRS. T. N. AYRES.

COLLIER.—Josiah Collier was born in Millersburg, Pa., Sept. 5, 1841, and died in Orangeville, Ill., March 22, 1915. He was married to Amanda Bailey in November, 1861. Four of their ten children, together with his companion, are left to mourn. Brother Collier accepted present truth about forty-five years ago, and was highly esteemed by all who knew him. Funeral services were in charge of the writer. G. E. LANGDON.

DINGLEY.—William P. Dingley was born in Mobile, Ala., April 3, 1868, and died in Stevensville, Mont., April 4, 1915. He was a resident of Montana from 1877 until his death. His earnest desire was to live a consistent Christian life and be ready to meet his Lord and Master at his second coming. Brother Dingley was a member of the Stevensville church. Two sisters and a daughter are left to mourn. D. H. HANSON.

TURNER.—Hannah F. Staines was born in Kent County, England, July 12, 1821, and died at the home of her daughter, near Ludington, Mich., March 24, 1915. When sixteen years of age she came to America, in 1842 was married to Edward Turner, and in 1871 was left a widow. Five children were born to them, all of whom are living. She was a believer in present truth for forty-five years, and remained faithful until the last. FERN HAYSMER.

LINDSAY.—Elizabeth Lindsay was born in the township of Greece, near Rochester, N. Y., and died April 8, 1915, at her home, in Olcott, N. Y., where she had resided for fifty years. For sixty years Sister Lindsay had been a Seventh-day Adventist. She was among the first to accept present truth in western New York, and counted among her many friends the pioneers of the message. Brother J. N. Loughborough learned the Sabbath truth while living in her father’s home. To her husband, Charles W. Lindsay, her two sons and one daughter, who survive her, she left the comforting memory that God’s mercies to her were manifold and great, and that her hope was brighter than ever before. H. LESLEY SHOUP.

HOLLY.—Isaiah Holly was born in Carrollton, Mo., Oct. 2, 1884, and died April 14, 1915, in Kansas City, Mo. He is mourned by his parents, one sister, and other relatives. His mother is an earnest member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. J. W. ALLISON.

HENRY.—Carrie E. Henry, wife of Brother E. H. Henry, died in Downey, Cal., after years of suffering. Thirty-three of her forty-eight years she was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and she rests in hope of the Master’s return. B. E. FULLMER.

SHIPPY.—Susan McNabb was born in Ashland County, Ohio, Jan. 28, 1836, and died at the home of her daughter, in Corunna, Ind. She was married to Robert M. Shippy Feb. 4, 1858. To this union seven children were born, all of whom survive. Sister Shippy was a devoted Christian. E. R. LAUDA.

COVINGTON.—Mason, the third child of Elias and Clara Covington, of the Cedar Creek Church, near Quitman, Miss., was burned to death April 20, 1915, at the age of 7 years and 8 months. He was a good boy, and the sorrowing family look forward with hope to the glad morning of the resurrection. R. E. BURKE.

DYE.—Minnie E. Dye was born Oct. 14, 1889, and died April 27, 1915. She was married to Leroy B. Dye April 4, 1912. She was a consecrated, devout Christian, and from last October was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Trenton, N. J. Her husband, mother, stepfather, two brothers, and five sisters are living. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder A. R. Sandborn. CLARENCE LAWRY.

STAPLES.—Mr. Charles E. Staples, Sr., was born Aug. 9, 1850, in King George County, Virginia, and died April 20, 1915, in Washington, D. C. He was kindly disposed to the work of Seventh-day Adventists, and while not a member of the church, accepted many points of our faith. Upon his death the family requested the writer to conduct the funeral services. His wife and a large family are left to mourn. S. B. HORTON.

KITE.—Mrs. Elizabeth Kite died at the home of her daughter in western Washington, at the age of 68 years. The funeral service and burial took place in Newberg, Oregon, where she made her home for some time. Five children are left to mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for about twenty years, and fell asleep with a bright hope of a part in the first resurrection. E. W. CATLIN.