S. H. LANE by S. H. Lane

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · May 14, 1872

S. H. LANE

By S. H. Lane

Michigan.

SINCE the Conference, I have labored in this State. March 14, I left Battle Creek for Tuscola County. I labored in the county four weeks with good results, considering the circumstances under which the meetings were held. The weather was stormy and the roads very muddy, consequently the congregations were not large. Those who came were much interested. Some decided in favor of the truth.

Sabbath and first-day, April 6 and 7, met with the brethren and sisters in monthly meeting. This was indeed a cheering season to all those present. The blessing of the Lord was with us to soften hearts, as was manifest by the falling tear, and the many testimonies given in favor of the truth. Was glad to meet with Bro. Fisher at this meeting who aided in the services.

About this time, I learned that Bro. Corliss was lecturing at Eureka, a small village in Clinton County, and was desirous that some one should assist him, as the interest was good, and increasing. April 15, I joined Bro. C. in his labor. I found him lecturing in the United Brethren church. He had spoken several times. After holding meetings two weeks, we were obliged to vacate the U. B. house. We were then granted the use of the Christian church for three evenings. It was, however, granted to us the fourth evening in order that we might reply to a discourse which had been delivered against our views and the Bible, by a spiritualist. The reply was delivered before a large and attentive congregation, with favorable results, so much so, that we are likely to be granted the use of the U. B. church again for the purpose of holding a few more meetings. We have met some opposition, and much prejudice. The congregations have increased from the first. Some have taken a stand in favor of the truth. Many are interested who we hope will obey.