p. 198 | Winstonville, Mo., May 20, 1873

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jun 3, 1873

Winstonville, Mo., May 20, 1873

By L. R. Long; J. H. Rogers

Missouri.

In company with J. H. Rogers, I have again visited the friends south of Hamilton, in Caldwell Co., Mo. We found those who took hold of the truth, during our labors last winter, who had determined to endure trials and difficulties, yet holding on, endeavoring to keep up their Sabbath meetings. Held two meetings with them. Had a pleasant baptism between two showers of rain, after which we had a free business meeting. Six covenanted together to live in harmony with the light they have received. There are others who are keeping the Sabbath, who will no doubt soon sign the covenant accepted by the few there.

We had pleasant and solemn interviews with several persons there of good standing and influence, who are searching the word of truth. These kind friends we remember, and pray that they may soon see their way clear to take part with us in the proclamation of this glorious truth.

Bro. Wm. Evans was appointed leader of the little band there. We feel confident that this brother’s good judgment and exemplary life, with the influence of our faithful sister Van Slyke will be the means, in the hand of God, of gathering other souls. We had strong invitations to return soon and labor more at length, which we promised to comply with as circumstances permitted.

L. R. LONG, J. H. ROGERS.