H. G. THURSTON by H. G. Thurston

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Sep 26, 1907

H. G. THURSTON

By H. G. Thurston

Arizona

We are glad to report an onward move in this conference, which indicates increased success in the several branches of the work. Earnest efforts are being put forth to revive the book work, and these efforts are not without visible results. We believe we shall be able in the near future to report most encouraging conditions. Already some of our inexperienced workers have begun to canvass, and are having success, while others are soon to join in this good work. Our churches are catching the missionary spirit, and as the result of a thorough effort put forth with our publications throughout the field, it will be much easier for our ministers to reap a harvest of souls in the future than now. However, our ministers and workers report progress, and we need one or two wide-awake, successful ministers to join our conference. If they understand Spanish, it will be of great advantage, as about two fifths of the population speak that language.

The importance of church-schools is being considered in several places, and we expect to have other new schools this year. In Phoenix we have plans under way which will give us most of the advantages of an intermediate school. This school is to open in September, and continue for eight months.

The sanitarium is now having its period of summer rest; but with the present added talent in the medical profession, there should be even greater prosperity than last season, and we look for a full house from fall till spring. A farm is also being added to the sanitarium property, and an elevated portion of this farm will be fitted up with cottages for tubercular patients. These cottages will be pleasantly situated on and near the banks of a running stream, with good shade.

Altogether, we have every reason to be hopeful for the future of our work in Arizona, and shall be glad to correspond with those who desire to locate among us and enjoy the benefits of this most wonderful climate.