Field Notes

Review and Herald Publishing Assn. · Washington, D.C. · Dec 31, 1903

Word from Samoa announces the arrival of Dr. and Mrs. A. M. Vollmer, that November 12. The laborers there welcomed them gladly to a part in the work.

The tithes and offerings in Jamaica for the first nine months of 1903 were $1,645. The field is still dependent upon the Mission Board for help, although the brethren and sisters there are doing all they can to make their work self-supporting.

Brother Geo. F. Enoch, writing of the privilege of being connected with this closing work, says that their hearts are out on the firing line, and they care not to be anywhere else. They have tasted of the joys of breaking up new territory for Jesus, and can conceive of no greater privilege.

Brother H. C. Goodrich writes from Belize, where he has been shut in a few weeks on account of the rainy season, that as a result of his stay there three have begun to keep the Sabbath, and others with whom he is holding Bible studies are much interested. He was expecting soon to have baptism and organize a church at French Harbor, where he reported the Lord was blessing the work abundantly.

Our brethren in Australia have adopted the plan of devoting one Sabbath during the month to the missionary enterprise. Brother E. H. Gates writes that they are endeavoring to reach the point where they can support the work in the island field. He says a real interest in the East Indian work is being aroused in different parts of Australia. He is planning to spend some time with the churches, in the interest of the work outside of their home field.

Brother M. Enoch writes that the membership of their church in Bermuda has reached twelve, and with several others who are keeping the Sabbath, they have a nice little company of Sabbath-keepers. The seed is being sown. They are looking forward in faith to the time when it shall bear fruit. He and Mrs. Enoch recently spent a few weeks in the cool climate of Nova Scotia, and returned to their island home much refreshed and of good courage.

We quote the following statements descriptive of the new industrial school at Elk Point, S. D., from a report written by Elder C. A. Burman to the Dakota Worker:—

“On the spot, where one year ago was a pasture covered with underbrush, now stands a monument dedicated to God for the instruction of those who shall proclaim the advent message to the world. Who of that committee fifteen months ago dared to hope that in such a short time there would be such manifestations of God’s love toward his people?”

“The new building, 48 x 48 feet, two and one-half stories high, is plain, neat, and very substantial. It is heated by a furnace, giving the building an even temperature. Besides chapel, two recitation rooms, office, dining room, and bath room, there are sleeping rooms. Akitchen and pantry, one-story high, are built on the north.

“The first floor of the other building is now used for office, carpenter shop, printing room, broom shop, and laundry.

“I was much pleased to find that when all the cash is received on pledges, all accounts can be settled, and our little institution be free from debt. We as a committee are indeed glad and grateful to God and our brethren and sisters for the spirit of liberality shown in this matter.

“The efforts put forth by both teachers and students to build up this school are worthy of our attention. A spirit of sacrifice has taken hold of every one connected with the institution. God has greatly blessed their efforts.

“A thorough work is being done in the class room. All seem to take great interest in the precious lessons of truth.

“At the time of my visit, there were thirty-six students in the home and seven outside.

“The spiritual standing is good. Nearly all take part in the devotional services, and several are taking part in selling the special Signs.