Union College Canvassers’ Band by C. G. Bellah

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Nov 30, 1911

Union College Canvassers’ Band

By C. G. Bellah

In company with F. E. Painter, field agent of the Northern Union, and E. M. Oberg, field agent of Nebraska, we recently spent a week at Union College in the interests of the canvassing work. The president, Prof. F. Griggs, and the faculty heartily cooperated with us in all our work while there.

After a few chapel talks, some personal work, and an experience meeting with the students, a call was made for the names of all those who wished to join the canvassers’ band. Seventy were handed in, and we feel sure that others will join later.

That night we met with them, assisted in organizing their committee, and discussed plans for the future. W. A. Long was chosen chairman, Merton Helligso secretary, having associated with them Frank Doll and John Strahle.

A book study will be held every two weeks, and each alternate week will be devoted to studying general principles. The four following classes have been formed with the named teachers: “Patriarchs and Prophets,” Mrs. Rowell; “Great Controversy,” Professor Morrison; “Thoughts on Daniel and the Revelation,” Professor Burg; and “Practical Guide to Health,” Professor Benson. Professor Griggs has also promised to take an active part in the band work.

We appreciate very much the hearty cooperation of the faculty of Union College. We are sure this will bring success to the band work, and will mean many canvassers for the field next summer.

C. G. BELLAH.