THE CAUSE IN WISCONSIN.
By H. W. Decker
Our State quarterly meeting, held at Neenah, Oct. 26-28, was an occasion of interest. We look back upon it as one of the best of the kind ever held in the State. Union and harmony characterized every action. The importance of our time, and the magnitude of our work, seemed to be more fully realized by the brethren than at any time before. Every one was in harmony with the measures advanced by the General Conference, and all pledged themselves to carry them out to the best of their ability. We much regretted that all our directors could not be present, and thus better learn what is wanted at the present time. I would ask you to examine closely the report of the meeting, as given in REVIEW No. 19, present volume, and prepare yourself to enter at once upon the winter's campaign. God has committed a great truth to our trust. Time is short: the work demands haste. Now, brethren, to accomplish this work requires a united effort. We expect that every director will feel his responsibility, and at once visit every church in his district, to give instruction to the librarians and members, and to see that active efforts are made at once to judiciously circulate the Health Annual, and obtain subscribers for our periodicals. There is no time to lose; do not postpone this work. As you have shown your willingness and efficiency in the past, we have confidence in you now. We are now in good time, and there is no reason why we should not more than double the amount of work of previous seasons. We have arranged to hold general meetings in different parts of the State, and, as far as possible, to visit every company of Sabbath-keepers. To accomplish this, we have divided the State into two districts, eastern and western. Bro. Olsen is to take the eastern, and I the western. We shall do all in our power to advance this cause; but in order that the object may be gained we need your co-operation, which we expect to have. Now, do not wait till we come, but go to work at once; and when we come we will unite with and aid you. We shall also make earnest efforts for the revival and building up of the cause wherever we go. Brethren and sisters, buckle on the armor, and take hold of this work as never before. Soon it will be said to the faithful, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over few things, I will make thee ruler over many things; enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.”