MAINE TENT by J. B. Goodrich; S. J. Hersum

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Aug 1, 1878

MAINE TENT.

By J. B. Goodrich; S. J. Hersum

WE pitched our tent in East Washburn, July 9, and were to commence meetings the 10th; but we encountered a severe gale with a hard rain storm. Four barns were blown down in this vicinity, one cow was killed by lightning, fences were blown over, and the forest trees did not escape. It broke the small block hook on our tent and let the top down, when it first struck. It came up very suddenly.

We like our new forty-foot tent very much. It is just what we need for Aroostook county.

We have a good hearing here, although it is in the midst of haying. One hundred and fifty came out last evening. We do not lack for homes. Two requested prayers last night. We have freedom in presenting the truth.

At Caribou a few embraced the Sabbath, but the interest did not warrant us in staying longer. Some were so anxious for us to come here, that they sent a team and took us over free of charge. Many are already convinced that we have the truth on the Sabbath question. Pray for us.

J. B. GOODRICH.

July 17.

S. J. HERSUM.