p. 21 | Hildebran, N. C by J. W. Beach

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · May 17, 1906

Hildebran, N. C.

By J. W. Beach

AFTER the General Conference last year I came to this place, and bought the school property and the farm connected with it, which were once owned by Elder D. T. Shireman. His work here is spoken of in “Testimonies for the Church,” Vol. VII, page 231. That which has been said in this connection marks this as a desirable place for an industrial academy. It would be difficult to find a more favored locality considering climate, scenery, water, fruit and other products of the soil, also railroad advantages and distance from the city.

This property has changed hands, and the school its management, several times. Yet it seemed to be the Lord’s will that a school should be located here. School began November 13 and continued twenty-two weeks. Thirty pupils were enrolled, and the attendance and deportment were excellent. God be praised for all that was wrought.

The farm has been increased, and portions of it that have been uncultivated for several years, have been deeply plowed, and sown or planted in hope of improving the soil. The buildings have been painted and otherwise repaired.

We hope to add some industrial features, which seem to be greatly needed. Canning fruit and vegetables in summer and making brooms in winter, with the general farm and home work, will give opportunity for several students to pay part of their expenses.

The church at Hildebran has given us its hearty co-operation. The conference committee was elected as an advisory board at the camp-meeting. We feel that God’s hand is still over the work, and our courage is good. J. W. BEACH.