The Work in San Diego, Cal.
By T. S. Whitelock
THE hand of the Lord is surely seen in the work in this place. The way has been opened to start a hygienic restaurant, health-food store, and treatment rooms in the center of the city. The gentleman of whom the rooms were rented has given us a reduction of over one half of the price paid by former renters, making the rent very reasonable. The restaurant will be equipped in first-class style, and will be one of the finest we have at the present time. The treatment rooms will be first class, and provided with the various facilities for treating the sick. We have also secured the co-operation of good, consecrated men and women to assist in the work, so that the grand truths of the third angel’s message may be impressed upon the minds of those with whom we come in contact. There are some excellent openings for sanitarium work a few miles from the center of the city. One building that was equipped, and formerly run as a sanitarium, and cost over one hundred thousand dollars, can now be had, with twenty acres of land, for fourteen thousand dollars. Another location which is about eight miles from the center of the city, and cost seventy-five thousand dollars, can be obtained for twelve thousand dollars. For sanitarium purposes, both of these locations are all that can be asked, and altogether, with the most beautiful and equable climate the world affords, would doubtless be the means in the hands of the Lord of bringing many souls to a knowledge of the truth. However, the opportunity to secure these low prices will soon be in the past. Real estate is now on the rise, and with the assured prospects for a railroad direct from the East, will soon double its value. In a Testimony dated March 14, 1902, the following words were penned: “Offers of buildings at a low price will be received from men of the world who are favorable to medical missionary work. All these things should be taken into consideration. Take advantage of favorable offers. Often there are offered at a low price country places on which are buildings that could be utilized for sanitarium work. If the grounds are extensive, and are beautified by ornamental and fruit trees, we should consider these as strong reasons why we should secure such places for sanitarium work.” In a recent meeting held with the San Diego church a donation of over five hundred dollars in contributions and loans was taken up. One brother in Illinois has loaned one thousand dollars. Should any feel impressed to help in the work in Southern California, with loans or donations, they are invited to correspond with Elder W. M. Healey, 2719 G St., or with me, at 229 20th St., San Diego, Cal. T. S. WHITELOCK.