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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jan 30, 1913

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 90, No. 5.

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Not Forever

Obituaries

Not Forever

Thoughts in a City of the Dead

ARTHUR W. SPAULDING
O, NOT forever shall these granite piles Uplift their triumph over conquered men; Not always creep the funereal files, Swathed in the mystery passing human ken; Not always smite the swords that human loves dissever! No, not forever. The gray old lichens clothe the moldering rock, Where sculptured Hope and Faith still upward gaze; Still wait the patient hosts to hear the shock Of God's great trumpets sounding on his ways: But not for aye they halt before that sullen river; No, not forever. Hear, ye abodes of sorrow-haunted death! Ye halls of Hades, mark the herald's cry! Ye shall give back, your glorious Conqueror saith, The men that perish and the babes that die; And nevermore shall be, to press your foul endeavor,— No, not forever.
And thou, dread sovereign that dost guard those gates, Thine hour hath struck; the Judge thy case arraigns! No more shalt thou adjust the fearful fates, Nor lead the mangled souls of men in chains, Nor, gleeful, watch again in death pale lips aquiver; No, not forever. Bright o'er earth's hills, upon earth's sable night, Break now the glories of the kingdom's day. A moment, and the bars with sudden might Shall burst before the King upon his way; And death again shall grave his records never, never! No, not forever!
RICE.—Mrs. Nancy Davis Rice, wife of Gate Willis Rice, of Sheldon, Vt., died Nov. 16, 1912, aged 93 years, 9 months, and 1 day. Four sons and one daughter survive. Three years ago, through reading our denominational literature, she was led to accept the truths of the third angel's message. The funeral service was conducted by Pastor Lock, of the Methodist Church. MRS. HOWARD RICE.
WAIT.—Anna R. Taylor Wait was born in Stark County, Ohio, Feb. 1, 1862, and died at Albany, Oregon, Dec. 29, 1912, aged 50 years, 10 months, and 28 days. About twenty-five years ago she united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and ever lived an exemplary Christian life, reflecting the character of her divine Master. She was highly esteemed by all who knew her. Her husband, parents, six sisters, three brothers, and other relatives are left to mourn. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. H. W. COTTRELL.
WALL.—Elizabeth Sparks Wall died at Knoxville, Iowa, Jan. 3, 1913. On June 7, 1863, she was married to James Wall. To this union were born two children, both of whom, together with a foster-daughter, are left to mourn. Sister Wall was converted early in life, and in 1862 became a member of the Knoxville Seventh-day Adventist Church. She was indeed a mother in Israel, and we feel confident that she sleeps in Jesus. The writer spoke words of consolation to a large company of sorrowing friends and neighbors. J. W. DORCAS.
HEISE.—Simon Heise was born seventy-two years ago, near Circleville, Ohio, and died at his home in Lockbourne, Ohio, Jan. 5, 1913. He was married in 1866. His companion, three sons, one daughter, three brothers, one sister, and many other relatives and friends are left to mourn. For three years during the civil war he served in the Union army, and for many years he marched beneath the standard of the Prince of Peace, being a faithful member of the Columbus, Ohio, Seventh-day Adventist Church at the time of his death. Words of comfort were spoken from Ps. 19:14. JOHN FRANCIS OLMSTED.
HUGHES.—John S. Hughes died Dec. 16, 1912, at the home of his son, Prof. C. B. Hughes, in Keene, Tex. He was born in Franklin County, Kentucky, Dec. 18, 1836, and was united in marriage with Elizabeth Miller in 1858. About the year 1877 he accepted present truth, and until his death endeavored to walk in all the commandments of the Lord. For years Brother Hughes lived in Battle Creek, Mich. During a part of his stay there he was actively engaged in the canvassing work, and it was a source of great joy to him to have a part in carrying the message to others. He served his country for three and one-half years during the civil war, and from exposure contracted a malady from which he never recovered. The funeral services were conducted by Elder G. F. Watson, who used as his text the words found in Job 5:26. The deceased leaves a wife and six children, who cherish the hope of a glad reunion in the first resurrection. C. S. LONGACRE.
DAY.—Wilber Day was born at Augres, Mich., Aug. 4, 1891, and died at Trade Lake, Wis., Dec. 30, 1912. He had been taking steps in the better life for several months, and during his last sickness earnestly sought the Lord. We believe that he died accepted of God through our Lord Jesus Christ. His parents, three brothers, and two sisters are left to mourn. ALBERT WEEKS.
BECKWITH.—Died at Jennings, La., Jan. 11, 1913, at the age of 72 years, 6 months, and 7 days, Mrs. Arabella L. Beckwith. She had been a Sabbath-keeper for over forty years, and we believe that she sleeps in hope. One son and her sister, together with a large circle of friends, are left to mourn. The writer conducted a short funeral service, assisted by Pastor Taylor (Christian). FRANK PEABODY.
ADDIS.—Drusilla Addis, née McKenzie, was born Feb. 11, 1850, and fell asleep in Jesus Jan. 1, 1913, in Oklahoma City, Okla. She was married to J. D. Addis in 1864. To this union were born eight children, who, with their father, survive. Sister Addis accepted present truth about twenty-nine years ago and became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The funeral services were conducted by the writer. N. R. HICKMAN.
BUDD.—Eliza Ann Budd was born in Bridgeville, N. Y., Sept. 9, 1843, and died at her home in Slate Hill, N. Y., Jan. 4, 1913. In 1895 Sister Budd accepted present truth, and for eighteen years was a faithful, consistent Christian, during which time she was a member of the Middletown Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her greatest joy was in explaining to others the truth which she loved. At the funeral service the writer spoke words of comfort from 2 Sam. 14:14. R. J. BRYANT.
DARLING.—Lulu May Parker was born in Montcalm County, Michigan, March 28, 1884. On March 23, 1904, she was united in marriage to Lewis O. Darling. Sister Darling was reared in the knowledge of present truth, to which she was faithful until her death, which occurred Dec. 24, 1912, at her home near Burt, Mich. Her husband and two little children, together with her parents, brothers, and sisters, and a large circle of friends, are left to mourn. The writer conducted the funeral services. H. B. WESTCOTT.
HANSEN.—Died at St. Helena, Cal., Dec. 9, 1912, Brother Hans Hansen. He was born in Denmark in the year 1849, and at the age of seventeen came to America, making his home in Wisconsin. In 1869 he moved to Austin, Minn., where he lived for thirty years. The last few years of his life were spent in California. In 1879 Brother Hansen was married to Sena Nelson, who, with two daughters and four sons, is left to mourn. Soon after his marriage he accepted present truth, and from that time his hope was bright, and his faith unwavering. This was particularly manifest during his long and trying illness. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by C. C. Crisler. D. E. ROBINSON.
POTTERTON.—Died Aug. 9, 1912, at the home of her son in St. Helena, Cal., Mrs. Sarah Maria Potterton. She was born in Montreal, Canada, in 1832, but grew to womanhood in Ohio and Illinois. She was married to John Boyd, and to them were born two children. After Mr. Boyd's death she was united in marriage with Abraham Potterton. To them were born four children. The family moved to California in 1866, and four years later settled in Napa Valley, where they have resided since that time. Sister Potterton accepted this truth in 1876, and was a charter member of the St. Helena Seventh-day Adventist Church. She suffered intensely for many years, but bore her affliction with courage and fortitude. Her death is mourned by two sons and one daughter. D. E. ROBINSON.
COGER.—Sister Elizabeth Coger was born April 20, 1849, and died Jan. 2, 1913, at her home in St. Joseph, Mich. She is survived by her husband, three sons, and one daughter. Sister Coger was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church at Lansing, Mich. Words found in Rev. 14:13 were used as the text for the funeral sermon. J. J. GRAF.
McGLOTHLEN.—Isaac Clinton McGlothlen was born May 9, 1892, and died Jan. 4, 1913. Clinton attended school at the Forest Home Industrial Academy during the winter of 1907-08. During the week of prayer he was converted and baptized. Later he wandered away from the Lord and lost his early Christian experience. When the Balkan war broke out, he expressed a strong desire to make a change in his life and give himself unreservedly to the Lord. During his last sickness he gave every evidence of sincere and genuine repentance. He was not afraid to die, and we believe that he will have a part in the first resurrection. E. N. SARGEANT.
SORENSEN.—Hans Sorensen was born May 29, 1844, in Denmark. He came to America in 1865, making Neenah, Wis., his home until 1902, when he removed to Granite Canon, Wyo. While living in Wisconsin, he accepted the truths held by Seventh-day Adventists under the labors of Elder J. G. Matteson, and remained a faithful Christian. At the time of his death, which occurred Dec. 26, 1912, he was a member of the Cheyenne, Wyo., church. Two sons and one daughter are left to mourn. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, words of comfort being taken from the book of Job. THEODORE G. LEWIS. (Danish paper Sendebud please copy)
RATLIFF.—Manoah Ratliff was born near Straughn, Ind., Jan. 18, 1842, and died in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Dec. 21, 1912. He enlisted during the civil war, but shortly after entering active service, was wounded and honorably discharged. After this he came to Alberta and took up a homestead, where he resided until about two months ago, when the family moved to Edmonton. He leaves to mourn, his companion, three children, one stepson, two sisters, and one brother. Twenty-two years ago Brother Ratliff accepted present truth, and died firmly believing that he would meet the Saviour when he comes. The writer spoke words of comfort from 1 Thess. 4:13-18. H. A. NIERGARTH.