Wisconsin Camp-meeting.
By H. W. Decker
The camp-meeting for Northern Wisconsin will be held at Grand Rapids, Sept. 11-17. We have selected this place because it is the most central for our people living in the northern and central portions of the State. It has also the best railroad accommodations. We have the use of the fair-ground, with all the buildings, free of charge. The Green Bay and Minnesota railroad will carry passengers to the meeting for a trifle over half-fare. Those who come on that road will pay full fare coming, and return for one-fifth regular fare. There is now a prospect of having better terms on the Wisconsin Valley road. Now, brethren, we want to see a general rally of our people from Lake Michigan to the Mississippi River. This is our first camp-meeting so far north, and we are very anxious to have it a grand success. Let all who can, bring tents; but none need stay away on account of not having tents, as there will be ample accommodations for all. Those living so far north that they could not attend previous camp-meetings should make a special effort, and sacrifice much in order to attend this meeting. The scattered ones, too, all over this part of the State, should be at this meeting. Many of these never have opportunity of meeting with our brethren. Let these come, seeking God that they may obtain a blessing. Bro. Smith and Haskell are expected; and as these servants of God come to do us good, let us not hinder the work by staying at home, and thus lose the blessing in store for us. Our missionary workers should be present, as Bro. Haskell will be there to give important instruction. Come, and bring your friends and neighbors. Let the backsliders come. Let all come to work, not in our own strength nor leaning on the arm of flesh, but trusting in the power of God, to work for ourselves and others. We are nearer the end than we have ever been before. Solemn scenes are before us. Do not wait to get the blessing of God at the camp-meeting, but seek him earnestly now. Receive the blessing before you come to the meeting, and then you will be ready at the beginning of the meeting to work, and to receive blessings of God. Brethren, pray that the meeting may be a success, and come prepared to make it the most successful one ever held in the State.