Atlantic City Panic Over Tidal Wave Prophecy
An indication of the hold superstition has upon the people in spite of modern “progress” and “enlightenment” comes from Atlantic City, N. J. A prophecy which is vaguely traced to “a colored preacher named Jones,” says that that resort will be swept by a tidal wave some time in August, and such general credence is given it that “hotel keepers have trouble in keeping their help, and guests are leaving” in large numbers. The local weather bureau is being importuned for “official statements to allay fear.” If people would only be as ready to credit the predictions made by the God of heaven, plainly stated in his Word, they would save themselves from an impending danger that is very real.