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Publishing Department
By N. Z. Town; W. W. Eastman
N. Z. TOWN — General Secretary
W. W. EASTMAN — N. Am. Div. Secretary
The Summary
WHILE we regret that our summaries this month are somewhat smaller than for the corresponding month last year, we are glad to report that the totals for the first seven months of 1913 show a substantial gain, in both the home and foreign fields in both book and periodical sales, over the same period last year. We naturally rejoice over the exceptionally large reports which we get, especially from the home field, during this portion of the year, but we rejoice more to see the steady growth that is being made from month to month.
In a letter received from Brother R. L. Pierce, manager of the Fort Worth Branch of the Southern Publishing Association, we read: “The sales of the Fort Worth Branch for the first six months of this year show an increase of sixty-one per cent over the corresponding period of 1912. Every month thus far during 1913 has shown a substantial gain over the corresponding month of last year.” It is this steady, constant increase which counts most for the permanent growth in our colporteur work. The earnest efforts of the leaders in this branch of the work, to bring about this permanent growth, are being richly rewarded.
Books by the Car-Loads
The following encouraging note comes from Fort Worth, Tex., the supply-house in the Southwestern Union:— “During the latter part of August we received two car-loads of books from our home office at Nashville, besides several tons of books and Bibles from other houses, for the fall deliveries, which have already begun in the southern22part of our territory. One day this week our shipment from this office amounted to three and one-half tons lacking eighty-two pounds. All these books were shipped into the North and South Texas Conferences.”
Comparative Summary for Foreign Periodicals
January, 1912, 457,122 copies, value $11,248.02; 1913, 402,908 copies, value $10,301.63.
February, 1912, 384,735 copies, value $9,671.61; 1913, 394,257 copies, value $12,342.06.
March, 1912, 378,416 copies, value $10,170; 1913, 395,933 copies, value $12,987.49.
April, 1912, 358,150 copies, value $9,540.85; 1913, 630,998 copies, value $17,795.92.
May, 1912, 383,087 copies, value $14,418.45; 1913, 481,712 copies, value $15,547.70.
June, 1912, 353,606 copies, value $11,583.20; 1913, 331,775 copies, value $13,610.33.
July, 1912, 369,898 copies, value $12,774.73; 1913, 335,770 copies, value $10,831.02.
Obituaries
CHASE.—Amasa Chase was born in New York, May 18, 1822, and died at San Fernando, Cal., Aug. 22, 1913. For more than thirty years Brother Chase was a firm believer in present truth. Six children born of his first wife, and his companion of later years, are left to mourn. C. L. TAYLOR.
GLASIER.—Edwin R. Glasier, of Horicon, N. Y., an old and much-respected resident of the town, died at his home Feb. 14, 1912. He was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church at North Creek for about forty years, living an exemplary Christian life. He is survived by two daughters, with whom he spent the last year of his life. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. F. M. LaBar, from the Baptist church. ELLA B. WILSON.
LOUKS.—H. Louks was born in Benton County, Arkansas, Dec. 8, 1844, and died Aug. 22, 1913, in San Joaquin County, California. He was married in 1865 to Lucinda Hollingshead, who passed away about three months ago. Nine children were born to them, of whom six are living. The deceased accepted present truth nine years ago. His hope was firm to the end, and his loved ones are comforted with the thought that he sleeps in Jesus. The funeral services were conducted by the writer. D. T. FERO.
ANDREWS.—Myrtle Alice Bristol Andrews was born Oct. 19, 1874, in Michigan. As a child she was very conscientious and of a deep religious spirit. At the age of fourteen she was baptized into the Seventh-day Adventist Church at Hanover, Mich. She was graduated with honors from the high school at that place, and afterward spent some time in Battle Creek College. She then spent a number of years in Bible work in Michigan, before going to Washington, D. C., where she was engaged in office work with the Review and Herald Publishing Association. It was there that she met Dr. L. L. Andrews. In the spring of 1910 she was employed as the Sabbath-school and Missionary Volunteer secretary of the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference. Sept. 30, 1911, she was married to Dr. Andrews, coming to Atlanta immediately. They have given their best efforts to the upbuilding and work of the Atlanta Sanitarium. She died Sept. 1, 1913, at 3:53 P. M., from peritonitis. Sister Andrews leaves a devoted husband, a baby boy one week old, a father, three brothers, one sister, and numerous friends to mourn their loss. In response to a special request by the deceased, the funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder O. Montgomery. The latter part of Ps. 30:5, and the second clause of Matt. 13:28 formed the basis of the words of comfort spoken. Sister Andrews was greatly endeared to all who knew her. As the solemn service was in progress in the Atlanta church, the entire congregation seemed to be completely overcome by the sadness of the occasion. Magnificent floral decorations were lavishly bestowed by friends and sanitarium guests as a last tribute to the deceased. The interment took place in the new cemetery on the outskirts of Atlanta. On a beautiful landscape hill, overlooking the city of Atlanta, the body now rests. Her life of kindness, devotion, and sacrifice culminated in the yielding up of her own life that another might live, fit emblem of the Christ life which was cheerfully sacrificed in order to perpetuate the life and happiness of others. Her firm trust in God to the last, and perfect reconciliation give us the assurance that we shall again meet her when Christ comes to gather his ransomed home. LE ROY T. CRISLER.
WILSON.—Edna Lydia Wilson, daughter of Lewis and Alice Wilson, was born April 24, 1894, in Oakland, Cal., and died July 29, 1913, in Salem, Oregon. For weeks before our recent camp-meeting at Portland she felt impressed to live for Jesus, and at that meeting took her stand publicly. Her Christian experience, though short, was certainly a real one, and had its influence upon her young friends. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder M. H. St. John. JAY J. NETHERY.
FREY.—Mae Hill was born near Charlotte, Mich., Dec. 7, 1870, and died at her home in that city Aug. 31, 1913. All her life she was a believer in the truths held by Seventh-day Adventists. For some time she engaged in canvassing for our books, and she also spent nearly a year in Detroit as a Bible worker. On Nov. 29, 1903, she was married to Phillip C. Frey. During the last two years of her life she suffered much, but was always patient. Her companion, parents, and an adopted daughter are left to mourn. H. G. BAYLEY.
POTTS.—Lydia Tillotson was born in Canandaigua, N. Y., Nov. 8, 1819. Her parents moved to Indiana when she was two and one-half years old. In 1842 she was married to Pastor Samuel Aaron Potts. Four years later the family moved to Wisconsin, later to Indiana, and then returned to Wisconsin in 1858. Sister Potts began the observance of the seventh-day Sabbath in 1864, but it was not until 1872 that she heard the message preached in its fullness and identified herself with our people. After years of residence in the States of Iowa and Washington, she came with her daughter to Portland, Oregon, in 1894, where she was a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church until her death, which occurred May 13, 1913. The deceased was a happy, trusting Christian, and gave cheer and courage to all who met her. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from 1 Cor. 15:49. JAY J. NETHERY.
Southeastern Union Conference Association
By C. B. Stephenson; W. H. Williams
THERE will be a meeting of the board of trustees of the Southeastern Union Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists held at the union conference office, 169 Bryan St., Atlanta, Ga., Oct. 16, 1913, at 9 A. M., for the purpose of transacting such business as may properly come before the association. C. B. STEPHENSON, President; W. H. WILLIAMS, Secretary.
The Washington Sanitarium Nurses’ Training Class
THE Washington Sanitarium announces the beginning of another class for nurses, and makes a call for applicants. A new calendar has been issued, presenting an outline of studies, together with terms of admittance, requirements, and general conditions. Those in charge of the work aim for the highest standard possible in the training of nurses. Particular attention is given to thoroughness in branches covering the essentials of a real medical missionary course.
The Washington Sanitarium is prepared to give a nurses’ course in harmony with the outline accepted at the last General Conference. It has the facilities for doing this, both in its faculty and in its equipment. Its patronage is such as to give a varied experience to its nurses. Considerable surgery is being done, together with all other lines of general sanitarium work.
It should be understood by all applicants that this is distinctly a course intended for persons who wish to qualify as missionary nurses. This means all the more emphasis on professional requirements of technique and skill, as well as greater attention to spiritual fitness. A requisite of paramount importance on the part of students is a missionary purpose in taking up this work. Only those are wanted who can give reasonable evidence of a Christian experience. Persons entering the course must be prepared to lend strength to the work of the institution. Such individuals as can enter under these conditions will find this a most excellent opportunity for further preparation as workers.
At present there is an opening for a few young men, and possibly one or two young women. Write at once, as the class begins soon. Address Superintendent of Nurses, Washington Sanitarium, Takoma Park, D. C.
Publications Wanted
THE following-named persons desire late, clean copies of our publications, sent post-paid, for missionary purposes:—
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Change of Address
The address of Dr. H. N. Sisco, Dr. P. S. Bourdeau-Sisco, and Mrs. D. T. Bourdeau has been changed from Washington Sanitarium, Takoma Park, D. C., to 215 East North Ave., Baltimore, Md.
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Loss in Ecuador Mission; Sabeff Sails for Europe
WE are saddened to learn by letter from Brother John Osborne, of Ecuador, South America, that our mission there has suffered severe loss in the death of Sister Cenovia Corina Mangold, wife of Elder Santiago Mangold, superintendent of the field. Our sympathies are with the husband and little ones, and with the little band of workers in Ecuador.
LAST week, Brother George Sabeff, of California, sailed from New York for Europe, to engage in work with the Danube Union Conference, doubtless in the Bulgarian Mission.
Religious Liberty Secretary’s Address
CHOSEN religious liberty secretary of the Columbia Union Conference, the address of Elder S. B. Horton hereafter will be Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C.
Progress in City Work
ONE of the most cheering tokens of progress is the word of courage that comes from the workers in the cities. We hear it east and west, north and south. The greater effort to reach the populous centers is bringing greater results in the winning of souls.
New Missionaries for Japan
By Editor
WE are glad to report the departure, on September 10, from San Francisco, of new missionaries for the Japanese field, P. A. and Mrs. Webber, of Michigan, and Alfonso and Mrs. Anderson, of California. Brother Webber was formerly teacher in one of the departments of the Oak Park Academy, Iowa.
Elder Carscallen Returns to East Africa
HAVING spent a portion of his furlough time visiting his people in the West since the General Conference, Elder A. A. Carscallen, of the British East African Mission, sailed on September 6 for England, there to join his family, and to proceed to their field of labor among the Kavirondos of the Victoria Nyanza.
Thirteenth Sabbath Offering Leaflet
It is designed that the new Thirteenth Sabbath Offering Leaflet, and accompanying map of the world showing by lines where one hundred and fifty missionaries are going, shall be sent to each school and each isolated member. Any who have not received these should write for them. They are free for the asking. Address your conference Sabbath-school secretary, or the Sabbath School Department, Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. Those who are not connected with any Sabbath-school, but desire to contribute to this fund, are cordially invited to do so, stating when the money is sent that it is for the Thirteenth Sabbath Offering fund.
Albany Tent Meetings Closed
The experience of the tent company in Albany, N. Y., is an intimation of what may be looked for in other places as city and state officials yield to the increasing dominance of the Roman hierarchy. Elder E. L. Cardey, of Albany, reports that his tent-meetings have been closed by the county sheriff. This followed a demand by Catholic newspapers that such action be taken. Elder Cardey is continuing his meetings in the Seventh-day Adventist church. A report of this significant affair will appear soon. Such an incident emphasizes the timeliness of the admonitions that have been coming to us to do without delay the work that must be done in the large cities.
Unwholesome Reading
The gruesome and sickening details of crime and scandal published continually in the daily newspapers certainly afford anything but profitable reading. A few years ago all the revolting details of the crime of Harry K. Thaw in the murder of Stanford White in New York City were paraded before the public. The secret and shameful life of himself and his wife was laid bare. It is to be regretted that the public must again be treated to continued chapters in the experience of this unfortunate man. Whether he is responsible or irresponsible for his crime, whether he should have paid the penalty in the electric chair or have been sent as he was to an asylum for the insane, is not the point. In either case the minds of our youth and children would be a thousand times better off without having brought before them continually this, and records of similar experiences.
The parent who feels that he can place with impunity the daily newspaper in the hands of his children, and allow them to peruse it at will, seriously mistakes the character of the reading and the influence it will have upon their minds. We are deeply indebted to the daily newspaper for much in the way of valuable information. We need, however, to exercise discrimination in the time which shall be devoted to the reading of that which is worth while and that which is positively demoralizing in its tendency. Particularly do we need to safeguard the easily molded minds of the youth with respect to this matter.
Oneness of Spirit
IN his prayer, as recorded in the seventeenth chapter of John, our Saviour prays that his disciples might be one, even as he and his Father were one. This spirit of oneness is seen among the people connected with this movement. Wherever we go among Seventh-day Adventists we see manifested the same spirit of hope and faith and activity. This is emphasized in a recent letter received from Elder A. G. Daniells. Speaking of the general meetings he has been attending in Europe, he says:—
“We are having good meetings, and it is surely a great pleasure to meet these people in these different countries who have embraced the message that is so dear to us. There is no question that the message is doing exactly for them what it has for us who have had it so long in America. It transforms all people, of every nationality, just the same. It puts a certain stamp upon them which is perfectly plain to those who know it. I have now met our people in Germany, Belgium, German and French Switzerland, and France, besides England, and they are all exactly alike. Their complexion, language, and national characteristics differ widely, yet in spirit and soul they are exactly alike. This is a marvelous thing; it shows that the message speaks the same thing to every heart and does the same molding, transforming, regenerating work in all.”
Our Chance
By L. Flora Plummer
MUST any of the missionaries appointed to a foreign field and ready to go, remain at home for lack of the money necessary to pay their train and boat fare to the mission fields? Our Sabbath-schools have never before had just such a chance as this. “How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach, except they be sent?”
Think of it! A hundred strong, sturdy recruits for mission work! A hundred light-bearers for dark, unentered fields! A carefully picked, carefully prepared corps of men and women with eyes and hearts set upon the needy mission fields, the outposts! Wanted—money to buy the tickets to the fields waiting for them!
Any one desiring to help is invited to pass in the gift in the Sabbath-school offering on September 27, the thirteenth Sabbath of the quarter. Out of our abundance, let us give liberally. It will help to finish the work.
MRS. L. FLORA PLUMMER,
Secretary Sabbath School Department.
Elders Return from Camp-Meetings
ELDERS W. T. Knox, W. W. Prescott, F. M. Wilcox, and Brother A. J. S. Bourdeau returned to Takoma Park last week from attendance at camp-meetings in the Central, Atlantic, and Lake Union Conferences. They all bring encouraging reports of the meetings attended.
