H. H. JOHNSON by H. H. Johnson

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D.C. · Aug 25, 1904

H. H. JOHNSON

By H. H. Johnson

Mississippi

VICKSBURG.—The work in Mississippi is onward. Few fields, if any, are harder to work; few have greater dearth of workers or means; and few hold out greater inducements to those who wish to help where help is greatly needed. Those who have a part in this work must move quickly; for “there shall be delay no longer.” We are instructed that the work will close in this field before it will in many others, and, in fact, already many doors are closing against the truth, and we can get no foothold.

On the other hand, there are still many open doors, and appeals for help. Like the drowning man going down for the last time, with hands outstretched for help, so many portions of this field appear to us at present. “Come over and help us” is the despairing cry, but with saddened hearts we behold our bankrupt treasury and our scarcity of workers.

The way seems to be opening for us to raise up a memorial for the truth in the metropolis of this State. Lots have been purchased and paid for, upon which to build a meeting-house and school building. We hope soon to see an industrial school a few miles from this place in the country.

What has been accomplished here has been done amid perplexity, trial, and hardship. Many who can not endure what must be met in this field can greatly help the work by sending us a few dollars. We believe that God is impressing many hearts with the great need of this field, and some can and will help us on our building fund.

Those who wish to know about our work here, the condition of the field, etc., and also those who wish to come in person will receive candid information by addressing me at Vicksburg, Miss., Box 29.