p. 361 | LONDON, ENGLAND by Stephen N. Haskell

International Tract and Missionary Society · Oakland, California · Jun 16, 1887

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 13, No. 23.

LONDON, ENGLAND.

By Stephen N. Haskell

THE European and South African party, sixteen in number, sailed for Liverpool on the ship Baltic, Saturday, May 14. The set time for sailing was the 12th, but on account of heavy fogs the boat was delayed. This unexpected delay seemed providential, however, as the officers of the ship informed us that there had been a severe storm just ahead, and upon arrival at Liverpool we learned that many ships had come into port dismasted, and otherwise showing the effects of heavy seas. Throughout our voyage the weather was pleasant and the water comparatively smooth, so that none of the party suffered greatly from sickness. Reaching Queenstown, we learned that the boat which we probably should have taken had we not selected the Baltic, collided with another ship in New York Harbor, damaging the ships and seriously injuring some of the passengers. Considering all circumstances, we have to thank God that we were so pleasantly and safely cared for.

Arriving at Liverpool on the morning of the 25th, we were met by Brethren Ings and Drew, who assisted in arrangements for our stay in England. It was decided that before going to Africa, Elders Boyd and Robinson should visit the Council in Norway, and meanwhile the party is to work in England in various places. Brother Robinson and wife and Sister Carrie Mace, of South Lancaster, are to assist Brother Durland in Kettering, while Brethren Anthony and Burleigh stop with Brother Drew in Birkenhead, where they will canvass for "Great Controversy." Sister Boyd and family will remain in Grimsby, and the rest of the party are in London. Next Sabbath it is expected that Elder Boyd will meet the church in Grimsby, while Brother Ings and myself will visit the Southampton brethren. Brother Lane met us in London, and it was decided to at once locate the girls who enter the Bible-work in London, so that they may be working while we are in Norway. Friday, May 27, the time of this writing, rooms have been secured, and their address will be for the present, 29 Parkhurst Road, London, N.

Everything has seemed to work favorably for us; and we can but feel that God has gone before us and is going to open the way for the work in London. Circumstances might be related which seem to indicate this, and we shall work, believing that God has a people here whom he would bring into the light of truth. It is his work, and to his own honor and glory to bless the efforts which may be put forth in faith. We expect to see continued indications that the time has come for the truth to reach this great city. We feel assured that the prayers of our brethren and sisters are going up to God that he will bless the mission in England, and also in Africa, and the continent of Europe. There are difficulties to be met in these places which are not found in America, but the truth is the same and must go to all, and in his providence God will open some way through which every honest soul may hear and accept it. S. N. H.