The Pacific Union Conference
By W. T. Knox
THE second session of the Pacific Union Conference is in the past. The delegates met in Healdsburg at the time appointed, March 18, and although the coast was visited during the entire time of the meeting with stormy weather, almost a full delegation was in attendance, besides a goodly number of visitors. Elders A. G. Daniells and W. W. Prescott, of the General Conference, and Elder Smith Sharp, of the Southern Union Conference, and Mrs. E. G. White were also present. The business of the conference was conducted each day in morning and afternoon meetings, and each phase of the work was given careful consideration, the one most notable characteristic in all these meetings being the unity and harmony existing among all the delegates, nothing occurring during all the session to mar this sweet spirit. No important changes were made in the organization. Elder W. B. White, of Montana, was elected president. One important action taken was the recommendation to all denominational institutions to pay a tithe of their net income to the support of the work, each being left free to determine where its tithe should be paid. The Pacific Union Medical Missionary and Benevolent Association which met after the adjournment of the conference, voted that all medical institutions should pay their tithe into the union conference treasury. The unity and co-operation existing between the union conference and the medical work is a source of great encouragement to all. From 8 to 9:15 A. M. each day was devoted to prayer and social meeting, and from 11 A. M. to 12:15 M. to Bible study conducted by Elder Prescott. In these studies the truth of God stood out clearly and distinctly, and its presentation brought courage and joy to all hearts. These meetings were also attended by the students of the Healdsburg College. The evening hour was occupied by preaching services; and considering the stormy weather, these meetings were well attended by the citizens of the town, many of whom seemed to be greatly interested. It appeared as if a permanent work might be accomplished in Healdsburg if the interest was followed up by proper efforts. Sister White spoke on two occasions, and enjoyed much freedom in presenting her messages. Without doubt many attending this meeting obtained advanced experiences, and returned to their home fields with renewed courage, better prepared for the Master's service.