Another Opening for Missionary Work
Our work in the capital city of Louisiana is progressing. This city is the very heart of a large field representing all phases of modern life. The rich are very rich, but the poor are very poor. The oppression spoken of by James is very manifest. We have reached the time for this conflict, and it is therefore time to co-operate with the Lord of sabaoth in the hearing of the cries of the oppressed. They look to us for help; daily we have appeals for assistance, sometimes from widowed mothers, struggling to support large families of children, or from old men too feeble to earn for themselves the necessities of life. Everything we do to help these poor souls makes it easier to reach the hearts of the people with our message. A small garment, a pair of shoes, a piece of bedding, a little dried fruit, or some grains is worth more to them than money. In this part of the country there are not so many places where the poor are cared for as in the North; therefore they are left for Christian benevolence and mercy. This is a blessing to us if we improve the opportunity. In the next few months we could easily use barrels of food and clothing. To every church that sends us a barrel for distribution, we will write a personal letter, telling where each article was placed, and the experience following it. Please prepay freight, as our funds are limited. Such work is needed in every large city, but our people will be blessed by imparting part of their gifts to the poor in Louisiana. Any further information regarding our work will be cheerfully given by correspondence. Address C. A. Watkins, Lock Box 358, Baton Rouge, La.