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The work on the new school building at Lornedale (Ontario) Academy is progressing nicely. Elder Eugene Leland is conducting the school at present, as the school is unable to secure a teacher.

The students and teachers of Fernando Academy during the past year raised three hundred dollars to assist the mission school at Rome, Italy, and the present year they are planning to double this amount.

Prof. J. B. Clymer, president of Mount Vernon College, writes that the students of the college have made pledges, which will average one dollar for each student, for the fund for the establishment of the training-school in the Latin Union Conference. They are to pay their pledges during the month.

The managers of the South Lancaster Academy contemplate a most earnest campaign for the removal of all indebtedness now resting upon the institution. This school is one of the oldest, and it is to be hoped that the day is not far away when it shall be entirely removed from the thraldom of debt.

Prof. R. W. Airey, principal of Laurelwood Academy, Gaston, Ore., in writing of their school work during the week of prayer, said: “We have had some of the most precious experiences it has been my privilege to enjoy. The Spirit of the Lord was especially manifested one evening when every heart in the congregation was touched and melted to tears. All (with the possible exception of one) who had not previously confessed their sins, did so, and consecrated themselves to the work of the Lord. As a result of the meeting, there are about thirty candidates for baptism, and a number of young persons are ready to respond to the call of the Lord, ‘Here am I; send me.’”

There is an earnest call being made for a teacher for the island of Grenada. Brother and Sister W. A. Sweany have been carrying on evangelical work on this island, and as the result there are forty or fifty children and young people ready to attend school. The principal hindrance is the lack of means to support a teacher. A brother some months ago pledged a sum of money for this work; but it is not enough to supply a teacher for any length of time. It is thought that if a teacher could be supplied for one year, the school would become self-supporting. Here is an opportunity for those who are able to do so to contribute to a splendid work.

The closing exercises (for the school year) of the Bethel Academy occurred during the latter part of December. A very interesting program was prepared. The motto of the graduating class was, “Not to be ministered unto, but to minister.” The theme of the program was that of ministry. Some of the titles of papers and addresses are as follows: “The Ministry versus the Preacher,” “The Ministry of the Home,” “The Minister on the Farm,” “The Minister of Health,” “The Minister to the World.”

The Brooklyn Teachers’ Association recently appointed a committee to conduct an investigation into grading and courses of study. The committee reported that educators throughout the United States seem to favor a course of liberal education consisting of fifteen grades, instead of sixteen as at present. And instead of the present plan of promotion by grades, they recommended a system of promotion by subjects. It was thought that an effort would be made to place this matter before the National Educational Association at an early meeting.

The following resolutions on education were adopted by the Southern Union Conference at its recent biennial session held at Nashville, Tenn.:—

“As a means of providing a standard of educational work in our primary schools—

“We recommend, That conference secretaries of education provide for a uniform examination in all these schools, based on the grading as outlined in the ‘Manual’ for Church and Mission Schools.”

“We recommend, That at least twice each year a Sabbath be set apart in all our churches for consideration of educational interests; and further, that these days be uniformly appointed throughout the union conference, and that the program be provided by the Educational Department.

“We recommend, That the executive committee of the Southern Union Conference provide for a gathering for teachers at such time during the coming summer, and at such place, and for such duration, as may be deemed best.

“We recommend, to our conferences and to their educational secretaries, that special efforts be made, first, to place our school ‘Manual’ in the hands of all teachers; second, to place our uniform text-books in all schools as far as practicable; third, to encourage all teachers to read the books assigned for the study of teachers each year, and also some good educational journal.

“Whereas, Great advantages appear in the proposition made by our publishing house to offer scholarships to those who sell books to the required amount,—

“Resolved, That we keep the plan before our young people in all the conferences, and encourage as many as possible to take up the sale of books with the earning of a scholarship in view.

“We recommend, That our primary and intermediate schools conform in the grades of work offered, to the plans adopted by the Department of Education of the General Conference.”

Northern Union Conference, Attention!

By R. A. Underwood

The third biennial session of the Northern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists will convene at the Seventh-day Adventist church on Fourth Ave. S., and Lake St., Minneapolis, Minn., March 5-15, 1908. Aside from the regular biennial business, election of officers, and such other business as will naturally come before the conference, it is expected that this will be emphatically a missionary conference. Arrangements have been made by the four conferences now constituting the Northern Union,—Iowa, Minnesota, and North and South Dakota,—to have all their laborers attend this gathering. We expect a number of the members of the General Conference Committee to be present, among these, Elder G. A. Irwin, W. A. Spicer, W. B. White, L. H. Christian, S. Mortenson, and G. F. Haffner. Hence it will be seen that we shall have a strong force of laborers and instructors in attendance, aside from the laborers in the union.

The representation of the conference as delegates will consist of the executive committee of the Northern Union Conference, such members of the General Conference Committee as may be present, and each conference is entitled to one delegate at large, and one additional delegate for every one hundred fifty of its membership.

The meeting will open Thursday evening, March 5. The first meeting for prayer and Bible study will open at 8:45 A. M., March 6. The organization of the conference will follow in the forenoon. It is desired that the delegates should all be present at the opening of the conference.

A program outlining the work of the conference has been prepared. If any laborer in the Northern Union Conference fails to receive a copy of this program, he should write to T. D. Gibson, 2718 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minn., and he will be supplied.

Important Bible studies will be conducted throughout the entire conference. It is requested that all who expect to attend shall notify Elder A. W. Kuehl, Box 989, Minneapolis, Minn., at least two weeks prior to the opening of the meeting, so that full arrangements can be made for their comfort. The brethren in Minnesota who will have the burden of caring for the delegates will give full notice in the Northern Union Reaper and in the Iowa Bulletin of what may be expected of those in attendance.

In behalf of the Executive Committee,

R. A. UNDERWOOD, President.

Business Notices

This department is conducted especially for the accommodation of the Seventh-day Adventist readers of this paper.

Brief business notices will be published subject to the discretion of the publishers, and on compliance with the following—

Conditions

Display advertising, and advertisements which call for agents, will not be accepted, nor do the publishers solicit advertising of any kind for this paper.

All persons unknown to the managers of this paper must send with their advertisement satisfactory written recommendation. Such recommendation should come from one of our ministers, or from the elder of a Seventh-day Adventist church. It is not enough to refer to some individual by name. Secure his recommendation in writing and send it.

We open no accounts for advertising, and cash must accompany each order.

A charge of one dollar will be made for each insertion of forty words or less. Each additional word, initial, or group of figures, in excess of forty, will cost three cents.

No discount for several insertions.

For Sale.—Betz Hot Air Cabinet, nine feet long. Used very little. An opportunity not open long. Address R. A. Lovell, Knoxville, Tenn.

Strawberry Plants.—The Ohio Experiment Station says the Highland strawberry is the best, most prolific of the 146 varieties composing the station’s test plat. Send for free catalogue, and read what the Ohio Bulletins say of the Highland. Address Geo. Jorgensen and Son, Box 10, Poy Sippi, Wis.

Wanted.—To correspond with Seventh-day Adventist governess or home school-teacher. Address, stating wages, R. A. Lovell, Knoxville, Tenn.

Wanted.—Married man to take charge of a dairy farm. Must have thorough experience. References required. Also single man of mature age. Must be experienced in all kinds of farm work. Address Peter Hanson, R. F. D., Phone No. 29—3 Rings, Richland, Mich.

For Sale.—Vegetarian Meat is an excellent substitute for flesh food, and can be used in a variety of ways. We manufacture more than a score of health foods, and sell direct to the consumer. Write for prices. Address Iowa Sanitarium Food Company, Des Moines, Iowa.

For Sale.—For a short time only, Peanut Butter 10 cents a pound; Olive-oil, $2.50 a gallon; 50 pounds Cocoanut Oil, $7.50; Vegetable Cooking Oil, 10 pounds, $1.20. Cash with order. All absolutely pure. If west of Rockies, write us. Address Vegetarian Meat Company, Washington, D. C.

The rich flavor of choice, selected Spanish peanuts is retained in Royal Peanut Butter, 50-lb. tins, 11 cents a lb. Our Extracted Southern California Honey should interest you. Send 5 cents, and we will mail you package of Royal Salted Peanuts. Address Cleveland Health Food Co., Cleveland, Ohio.

For Sale.—Sanitarium Cooking Oil, pure and healthful; no odor; keeps indefinitely; 5-gal. can, $3.50; 10-gal. can, $7; crate of 8 one-gal. cans, 80 cents a gal.; 63 cents a gal. in ½ bbl. and bbl. lots; 30 gal. and 50 gal. shipped direct from factory at Louisville, Ky. Address Sanitarium Cooking Oil Co., Box 442, Louisville, Ky.

For Sale.—Purest, most healthful Vegetable Oil for cooking and salads; no odor, keeps indefinitely; 1-gal. can, $1; 5-gal. can, $4. Also pure virgin Olive-oil; gal., $2.75; half gal., $1.40; quart, 85 cents. Lunch Nutrena, a hygienic fat and blood producer; 1-lb. box, 35 cents; send for samples. Address E. W. Coates, 535 W. 110th St., New York City, N. Y.

For Sale.—Ripe Canned Olives; best we have ever had. Olives are wonderfully adapted to the needs of the system. They are a strength-sustaining and health-building food. Many chronic complaints due to the lack of oils in the system disappear upon the habitual use of olives and olive-oil as food. Medical writers give the preference to olives, as they contain some elements not in the oil. Olives will keep indefinitely in the cans; after opening, a long while in a cold place. Any left over into warm weather should be re-canned for long keeping, or will keep quite a while open under heavy brine. Price, 80, 70, and 55 cents, according to size (quality the same), in 5-gal. cans. In 1-gal. cans add ten cents a gal. All goods guaranteed. Address W. S. Ritchie, Corona, Cal.

Annual Meeting of the Northern Illinois Medical Missionary and Sanitarium Association

By Wm. Covert

THE Northern Illinois Medical Missionary and Sanitarium Association will hold its next annual session at the Seventh-day Adventist Forty-sixth Street church, in the city of Chicago, Ill., at 9:30 A. M., Monday, Feb. 10, 1908.

The legal business to be transacted at this meeting will be the election of three directors to act for a term of three years as members of the board of the Tri-City Sanitarium of Moline, Ill.

The legal voters of this meeting will be the accredited delegates to the Northern Illinois Conference of Seventh-day Adventists to be held at that time and place.

Wm. Covert, Chairman of Board.

Eastern Pennsylvania Institute

By G. W. Holman

The Eastern Pennsylvania Conference will conduct a canvassers' institute at Scranton, Pa., March 15-29. A full program for each day has been arranged, covering an interesting and profitable course in Bible, Testimonies, theory, art, and practise of canvassing. Brother I. D. Richardson, general agent for the Columbia Union Conference, will be present throughout the two weeks.

Board, room, and tuition will be free to all who will enter the work at once as regular canvassers. We would be pleased to have all our regular agents attend. Others desiring to attend will be boarded at a nominal sum.

An additional five-per-cent commission on sales will be allowed the canvassers who attend the institute, until they have received the amount of their railroad fare from home to place of institute, thence to field of labor.

All desiring to attend the institute must make arrangements previously with the undersigned, whose post-office address is Lancaster, Pa. Each one attending should bring a good supply of bedding, and two towels, also the following books: Bible, "Hymns and Tunes," "Gospel Workers," "Early Writings;" and one of the following books for which he may wish to canvass: "Great Controversy," "Daniel and the Revelation," "Bible Readings," and "Heralds of the Morning." These books will be thoroughly taught.

G. W. HOLMAN.

Addresses

WANTED.—The address of Bowers Blake, Leonora Blake, Emory, Anna, Tom, or Gay Blake. When last heard from, they were living near Eureka, Greenwood Co., Kan., but have since moved to Oklahoma. Address Mrs. Etta Hall, Bozeman, Mont.

Publications Wanted

[SPECIAL NOTICE.—We learn that objectionable literature is being sent in response to these requests, and urge all to examine with special care any periodicals or pamphlets received outside of our well-known denominational publications. Be sure that the literature which you distribute teaches the truth.—Ed.]

The following persons desire late, clean copies of our publications, post-paid:—

Isaiah H. Amore, 59 West Fountain Ave., Delaware, Ohio, publications on present truth for distribution in missionary work.

Ruben Holcomb, Box 292, Storm Lake, Iowa, Signs, Watchman, Liberty, and tracts, for missionary purposes.

Dr. E. O. Dickerson, Tracy City, Tenn., publications on present truth; can use a quantity. Also desires a good supply of our publications in German.

NOTICES AND APPOINTMENTS

By W. B. PAYNE

North Dakota, Attention!

OUR annual institute for canvassers will be held March 17 to April 7 at Sheyenne River Academy, Harvey, N. D. We expect good help, and see no reason why this should not be a very profitable and pleasant gathering for all who attend. Come, brethren, and let us get the help and blessing there is in learning how to better carry on the work which our Father has for us to do.

W. B. PAYNE, Field Missionary Agent.

Obituaries

Griffin.—Died at Milton, Ore., Dec. 16, 1907, Sister Minnie M. Griffin, aged 32 years. She accepted present truth fifteen years ago, and lived a consistent, godly life, being beloved by all who knew her. A companion and six children are left to mourn their loss. R. D. Quinn.

Simons.—Died at Bay City, Mich., Dec. 11, 1907, John Simons, aged about 80 years. He was one of the first members of the Bay City church, and was faithful in distributing the truth contained in the printed page. He had been in Canada for several years, but returned to Bay City to die. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. A. R. Sanborn.

Gossett.—Died at Alpena Pass, Ark., Dec. 14, 1907, John R. Gossett, aged 71 years. Brother Gossett had been a canvasser, and had sold many of our books. His health had been failing for seven or eight years. He died believing that it will be only a little while until the Life-giver will come to call forth the sleeping saints. M. H. Gregory.

Brown.—Died in North Dakota, Dec. 18, 1907, Filander Brown, aged 69 years, 10 months, and 17 days. He was buried at his home at Kaskota, Minn. He was one of the first members of the Seventh-day Adventist church at Kaskota. We trust he will be among those who will come forth in the first resurrection. He leaves a wife, five daughters, and three sons to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. A. W. Kuehl.

Wetzel.—Died at her home in Princeton, Minn., Dec. 6, 1907, Sybil G. Wetzel, aged 67 years, 3 months, and 12 days. She became a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church nearly fifteen years ago, and was faithful until the day of her death. She fell asleep with the bright hope of a glorious resurrection. One daughter and six sons are left to mourn the loss of a loved mother. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. A. W. Kuehl.

Starr.—Died at Granger, Wash., Dec. 17, 1907, of malaria, Mitchel Rowley Starr, second son of Brother Chas. E. Starr, aged 10 years. He will be greatly missed in the home, church, and Sabbath-school. Brother and Sister Starr have the comfort that he was accepted by the Lord, and was willing that God’s will should be done, whether in his life or in his death. One son and one daughter remain to Brother and Sister Starr. Comforting thoughts were spoken from John 11:24. G. E. Langdon.

Gearing.—Died at Lemoore, Cal., Dec. 15, 1907, J. W. Gearing. Brother Gearing was born in Madison County, New York, Oct. 21, 1852. He had been connected with the Seventh-day Adventist Church for thirty-two years. The family and friends are doubly bereaved, for less than five months ago the children of this family were called to lay away their mother. The church mourns one on whom they could always depend in time of need. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. B. L. Howe.

Bradford.—Died at his home in Acushnet, Mass., Dec. 16, 1907, Philip A. Bradford, aged 85 years. He was born and brought up a Quaker, and had lived on his farm in Acushnet since he was six years old. His home had always been a refuge for the unfortunate, and his kind-hearted disposition and his strict adherence to the principles of honesty and fair dealing won for him the respect of all who knew him. Though he never identified himself with any religious denomination, he fully acknowledged that what we believe as a people is the truth, and he often rendered financial assistance to our work and institutions. His wife, Sister Anna H. Bradford, and three sons survive him, and were all present at the funeral. His three sons were educated at the South Lancaster Academy. At Mr. Bradford’s request, two ministers of the Friends assisted the writer in conducting the funeral. H. C. Hartwell.

Manhart.—Died in Greendale Township, Minnesota, Dec. 23, 1907, Ulrich Manhart, aged 75 years, 11 months, and 22 days. Brother Manhart was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church at Dunbar for twelve years. He was a very earnest Christian, and was zealous for the truth. A wife and two sons are left to mourn. The funeral service was held at Northfield, and the body was laid to rest in the Northfield Cemetery. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. A. W. Kuehl.

Whaley.—Died at her home in Edgemont, S. D., Nov. 29, 1907, of pneumonia, Mrs. Emily Whaley, née Emily Hannah McCrillis. Sister Whaley was born in Topsum, Vt., Feb. 6, 1848. She began teaching at an early age, and followed that profession until her marriage to H. H. Whaley in 1879. She accepted present truth many years ago, and lived a consistent Christian life. She was a kind and devoted wife and loving mother. Her life was spent in serving others. She leaves a husband, three daughters, and a son to mourn their loss. Grace Tillotson.

Moncada.—Died in La Ceiba, Honduras, Sept. 18, 1907, after an illness of nearly three weeks, Sister Moncada, wife of H. Moncada, aged 28 years. Brother and Sister Moncada were raised Catholics, to which faith they remained loyal until about three years ago, when they began to keep the commandments of God, being the first fruits of the message on the coast. She leaves her husband and six small children to mourn their loss, but they feel that God is sufficient for this trial. Funeral service was conducted by the writer from their home. C. E. Morgan.

Ring.—Died at the home of her adopted daughter, Mrs. Floyd Totton, near Edmore, Mich., Dec. 11, 1907, Almira L. Ring, aged 64 years, 6 months, and 8 days. Sister Ring embraced the third angel’s message about seventeen years ago, and has been true to its principles, testifying by her acts of charity and loving ministry that her life was consecrated to her Lord. She leaves one brother, one daughter, and one adopted daughter to mourn their loss. Funeral service was held by the writer, in the Baptist church at Smyrna, Mich., her former home. Remarks were based upon 2 Sam. 14:14. W. R. Matthews.

Mitchener.—Died at the sanitarium, at St. Helena, Cal., Nov. 12, 1907, Florence M. Mitchener, aged 36 years, 11 months, and 20 days. Sister Mitchener was the eldest daughter of Elder H. A. St. John. She had been a patient, and even cheerful sufferer for some time. Only a few months before her death she lost her little three-year-old son, and her mother within a few hours of each other. We trust that when she awakes at the call of Him who is the resurrection and the life, her devoted husband and remaining son may join their loved ones in an unbroken family circle. Funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder J. D. Rice. Geo. A. Snyder.

Wilkinson.—Died at Nashville, Tenn., Nov. 27, 1907, Mrs. Diantha Benedict Wilkinson. She was born in Marathon, N. Y., Aug. 12, 1833. In 1861 she was married to James M. Wilkinson, and six months ago they moved from Chesaning, Mich., to Nashville, Tenn., to live with their daughter, Mrs. Nellie Moore, hoping that a milder climate would improve their failing health. Over fifty years ago she joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and has always been a faithful, consistent Christian. She leaves a husband, one daughter, and one son. The funeral service was held from the Seventh-day Adventist church, and was conducted by Elder Wm. Ostrander, assisted by Elder O. Soule. Words of comfort were spoken from 2 Tim. 4:7, 8. George Wilkinson.

Harris.—Died at Dow’s Prairie, Cal., Dec. 17, 1907, Sister Joy Harris, aged 36 years, 29 days. She leaves a husband, a son, mother, three brothers, and two sisters to mourn their loss. She united with the Dow’s Prairie Seventh-day Adventist church when fifteen years of age, and fell asleep rejoicing in the blessed assurances of John 14:2, 3, and Job 19:25-27. Funeral service was conducted by the writer. A. J. Osborne.

Palmer.—Died at Labarge, Mich., Oct. 21, 1907, Sister Louisa L. Palmer, née Linsey, aged 50 years. The immediate cause of her death was apoplexy. She accepted the third angel’s message under the labors of Elder F. I. Richardson in 1888. Her consistent life as a Christian, and especially her kind ministrations to the sick and needy, endeared her to many. She died in a well-grounded hope of soon being awakened to meet her coming Saviour. She leaves a husband, one sister, three brothers, and many friends. Funeral service was held in a well-filled church at Alaska, Mich.; text, Rev. 14:13. A. Smith.

Tidwell.—Died at Pullman, Wash., Nov. 9, 1907, of dropsy, Robert Tidwell, husband of Sister A. C. Tidwell, aged 59 years. Mr. Tidwell was a man of benevolent disposition, and was kind to the afflicted. He never made a public profession of faith, but several weeks before his death he gave good evidence of faith and trust in the Lord, discarding the use of tobacco, and keeping the Sabbath, manifesting an interest in the things of God by studying his Word. This was a great comfort to Sister Tidwell, and an assurance that she will meet him in the time of the restoration of all things. Thoughts of comfort were drawn from John 19:10. G. E. Langdon.

Horner.—Died at Boulder, Colo., Nov. 9, 1907, Miss Zoe T. Horner, in the twentieth year of her age. Sister Zoe was the youngest daughter of Brother and Sister J. W. Horner, of Denver. The very sudden death of our dear sister came as a shock to all who knew her. Everything was done by Christian physicians and nurses, and the loving hands of father, mother, and sister to save her precious life, but all in vain. She died in the triumphs of faith. The funeral service was conducted by the writer in the Capitol Hill Seventh-day Adventist church in Denver, assisted by Dr. Chas. A. Hansen, the pastor, and Elder Watson. She was laid to rest in the beautiful Fairmount Cemetery, to await the voice of Jesus. G. W. Anglebarger.

Frisbie.—Died in Oakland, Cal., Jan. 4, 1908, Sister Delphia Jane Frisbie (widow of Elder J. B. Frisbie, who died in 1882), aged 77 years, 9 months, and 11 days. She with her husband (then residing in Chelsea, Mich.) accepted the views of the Seventh-day Adventists in 1853. Brother Frisbie, having been a minister among the Methodists and the First-day Adventists, at once entered heartily into the advocacy of the third angel’s message. He raised up the churches of Wright, Caledonia, and Boon, Mich., but his labors were terminated by his sudden death in 1882. Sister Frisbie was the mother of seven children,—three sons and four daughters,—of whom five are still living. She was a devoted Christian, of quiet mien and affectionate demeanor. About six years ago, while still in Michigan, she had a stroke of paralysis. About one year later she had recovered sufficiently to come to California, where, though feeble, she received the care and enjoyed the society of most of her children. When able to engage in conversation, her whole talk was on the blessed hope. She quietly fell asleep, with a peaceful smile resting upon her countenance. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, assisted by Elder Geo. A. Snyder, and we laid her to rest, “asleep in Jesus,” in the beautiful Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland, Cal. J. N. Loughborough.

Literature for Depot Rack Work

James W. John, Box 365, Guymon, Okla., Signs, Watchman, Life and Health, and Liberty, also tracts on present truth for depot rack work.

Circulate the Current Liberty

If the church would pause for a moment and look upon the picture of her attitude as faithfully shown on the second-cover page of the present issue of Liberty, we are certain that there would be, on the part of many, a swift reversing of their course. When the church reaches out her arms for the sword of the state, she turns her back upon God and his Word. That is what the church does when she seeks the aid of the state to enforce religious ordinances. Our readers have a duty to do in helping the people of this world to see the true meaning of the church’s demand for religious legislation, and what is involved in her success along that line. We know of no better way to enlighten them in this regard than by placing in their hands a copy of the current number of Liberty, with an earnest request that it be read. The closing struggle is now on, and souls are rapidly ranging themselves upon one side or the other of this important question. The present issue of Liberty will help them to decide aright. Let it be circulated with liberal hand in every community in the land.

Character of the Papacy

By Editor

Elder Corliss' series of articles on the “Character of the Papacy” is finished in this issue of the REVIEW. We trust that our readers have been studying these articles, and that none will miss this article concluding the series. Deep plans are being laid for the healing of the breach between Catholicism and Protestantism—a task regarded as impossible a few years ago, but now in a fair way to completion. We are in a day of quick decisions and large achievements, and the problem of a universal spiritual head over all Christendom is now in actual process of solution.

Elder Evans Returns from the West Indies

LAST week Elder I. H. Evans returned to Washington from the West Indies. He reports interesting and important meetings in Trinidad, Panama, and Jamaica. The homeward voyage was an unusually stormy and uncomfortable one.

December Life and Health Available

By Editor

THIS Office has still on hand a limited number of the December issue of Life and Health, which can be obtained at the regular rates. This is an exceptionally good number to give to individuals who are addicted to the tobacco habit.

The First Issue of Liberty for 1908

By Editor

The first issue of Liberty for 1908 is now ready. It has a new and attractive cover design, and is in every respect the best number we have ever put out. We invite a careful reading of its table of contents found on the second page of this issue.

Special Instructor Offer for Foreign Fields

By Editor

WE desire to call the attention of our readers in the foreign fields to the special offer made in the Instructor to furnish “My Garden Neighbors” with the Instructor for one year for $1.50. This special offer applies only in the United States. The Instructor for one year and the book will be furnished to those in foreign fields for $2.

Standard of Attainment Examination Postponed

It has been decided to postpone the examination for the “Standard of Attainment” until the first week of April. This is done that opportunity may be given to finish the present series of Sabbath-school lessons, on which the examination in Bible doctrines will be based. Let all church elders who desire lists of the examination questions, either on denominational history or Bible doctrines, send to the Conference Secretary of Missionary Volunteer Work at once, for as many copies as needed.

Brother Winslow Bound for China

ACCORDING to the latest information, Brother H. H. Winslow, of California, had arranged to sail for China last week, January 30, going by way of Honolulu, where his wife and family join him. The Southern California Conference released Brother Winslow from the office of conference treasurer and secretary in order that he might engage in the same work for the China general mission, with headquarters in Shanghai.

Pressure for Sunday Legislation

THE State legislatures are feeling the pressure for Sunday legislation. Last week the question was up in the Virginia Legislature, and in response to a call from that conference Elder W. A. Colcord went down to assist in meeting the issue. Word also comes from the New York brethren that the legislature at Albany is being pressed to enact new Sunday laws, and doubtless Elder K. C. Russell, who is attending the New Jersey conference meeting at Trenton, will visit Albany this week.

Memorial Against Religious Legislation

By Editor

ON January 29 there was introduced into both houses of Congress a memorial on religious legislation, signed by the president and secretary of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. This memorial was introduced in the Senate by Senator Julius C. Burrows of Michigan, and in the House by Representative Richard Bartoldt of Missouri, and upon Senator Burrows’ request was printed in the Congressional Record of that date. The memorial sets forth the true principles of civil and religious liberty, the position of our people in reference to those principles, and protests against the settlement of religious questions by legal enactments. The full text of the memorial will be published in the next issue of the REVIEW. Now let our people write to their congressmen from their respective districts, calling attention to the memorial, and protesting against religious legislation of any kind whatsoever. The memorial appears on page 1281 of the Congressional Record of January 29.

“Into all the World”

By Editor

Out of Print

WE are unable to obtain any more copies of the book “Into All the World” in either paper or cloth binding, the publishers’ edition of this book being exhausted. We are informed that we can not get any more unless we order a special edition printed, and as this would cause a delay of two months or more, thus being too late for the present Reading Course, we have not placed the order. Will Missionary Volunteers please take notice?