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Earlier text: The New Mission Station at Shiloh, Nyassaland

A School of Health

By W. A. R.

To open up the work of the “right arm” of the third angel’s message at Salamanca, N. Y., a four-days’ health convention was held at the home of Brother F. H. Hicks. This was in response to a request in the New York Indicator, asking that a health convention be held.

Accordingly preparations were made to gather the brethren and sisters from neighboring parts, April 26-29, 1906. Talks and demonstrations were given, papers read, and plans made by the following-named persons: Dr. and Mrs. A. R. Satterlee, of the Buffalo Sanitarium; Sister Margaret Kysor, graduate nurse of Buffalo Sanitarium; Elder S. H. Lane, president New York Conference; Elder H. W. Carr, educational secretary; Elder F. Peabody; Elder I. N. Williams, vice-president Pennsylvania Conference; Mrs. E. E. Prescott, F. H. Hicks, Mrs. E. Ellis, W. L. Brisbin, Sister Katie Weibrecht, Brother and Sister Van Slyke, Sister Gertrude Williams, and H. S. Merchant, State agent. The subjects considered were as follows: Cure for Tobacco Habit; Treatment for La Grippe; Commandments of God; Ventilation; Non-Use of Flesh Foods; Artistic Dress; Combination of Foods; Meaning of Earthquake (San Francisco) to Us; Extracts from Book of Proceedings of Medical Missionary Conference Held in College View, Neb., in 1906; Canvassing Work; Physical Culture; Treatment Demonstrations; Health Reform; Manufacturing of Health Foods.

The total attendance was one hundred and twenty. No charge was made for meals, but at the close of the meetings a collection was taken, which paid all expenses, and left a surplus of about ten dollars to provide treatment free for those who could not pay for it.

As no flesh, butter, eggs, baking-powder, saleratus, stimulants, etc., were to be used in any form, in fact, nothing but fruits, grains, nuts, vegetables, milk, and cream, in harmony with the Testimonies, those intending to bring any food were asked to bring it unprepared. Recipes for hygienic dishes were given, also the privilege of entering the kitchen to see them prepared.

The convention was a complete success, spiritually as well as financially, one of the good results being the establishment of treatment rooms here, under the medical direction of Dr. Satterlee. Sister Margaret Kysor was left in charge to carry on the work. She remained until Sept. 7, 1906, and then left to take a Bible course at South Lancaster Academy. This left the rooms without a nurse for about two months.

November 2 I arrived in Salamanca to take charge of the work. That the Lord called me here, I have no doubt. He has been with me and helped me, and has given me words to speak to the people while relieving their physical needs, and has blessed the efforts put forth for the restoration of health. Some of the best people in town have had treatments (in their homes), and are recommending them to others. Books and papers have been left with them, thus bringing the truth to their attention, which, perhaps, could not have been done otherwise. Our facilities for treating are of course limited, but we have one room fitted up with massage and treatment table, cupboard for supplies, stove for heating room and water, and oven for sterilizing purposes. We also have a battery for administering faradic electricity, and cabinet bath for eliminative treatments. Adjoining this room is the bath-room, where full baths, sprays, and sitz baths are given.

There has been very little expense incurred. If every Seventh-day Adventist home could be made into a miniature sanitarium, how much faster this truth would go! Pray that fruit may appear from the seed sowing in Salamanca, N. Y. FLORENCE L. BOYLE.

The above letter beautifully illustrates a work which has been much neglected of late by our medical institutions and workers. There is no better way, outside of sanitarium work, of getting before the people the principles for which our institutions stand, and for which our medical people and many others are sacrificing, than by holding properly conducted schools of health. For years we recognized this means of reaching the people and working for them. Lately the care of institutions and other duties have held us so closely confined that our light has not been permitted to shine far beyond institutional walls. Would it not be well for us to take up this work again, and thus get the principles we hold before the public? This would not only be an excellent means of gaining access to people of influence, thus enabling us to present to them the special truths for this time, but would be one of the best means of interesting them in our institutions, and thus incidentally increasing the patronage of our sanitariums.

Miss Boyle’s letter has been printed without her permission, but we trust that it will be satisfactory. It contains many valuable suggestions concerning this line of work, and I trust will be instrumental in helping to awaken an interest in this kind of effort. W. A. R.

W. A. R

By W. A. R.

Findings

In writing in regard to the medical work in New Zealand, Brother S. M. Cobb, of Wellington, New Zealand, says: “We greatly need a good doctor in this field — one who has the ability and zeal to go forward in the work. The medical work presents an encouraging outlook if we could get a doctor to help, but we are so handicapped in this way that we can do but little.”

The president of the Montana Conference, Elder W. F. Martin, writes regarding openings for medical work in his State, in these words: “Have you a nurse who is consecrated, and who would do good work in the city? We have a good opening for such a worker, and would give employment to her. There is an excellent opening in Butte for a good suite of treatment rooms. If you know of a lady and a gentleman nurse who have some means to invest, I think that they could do well in Butte.”

W. A. R

Medical Missionary Department

Conducted by the Medical Department of the General Conference

W. A. GEORGE, M. D., — — — Chairman

W. A. RUBLE, M. D., — — — Secretary

Christian Liberty

By K. C. Russell; W. A. Colcord

Reports, Notes, and Comments Pertaining to the Current History of the Rights of Conscience

Conducted by the Religious Liberty Bureau

K. C. RUSSELL, — — — — — — — Chairman

W. A. COLCORD, — — — — — — — Secretary

Attempted Sunday Enforcement in Little Rock, Ark.

By A. P. Heacock

In the construction of the new sanitarium at this place, very little work has ever been done on the outside of the building on Sunday. The work has been discontinued on the Sabbath. Since the building was enclosed, quiet work, such as plastering, painting, dressing lumber, etc., has been done on Sunday. At first this was done only by our own men, but no complaint being heard, a few others decided they would work on Sunday.

On Sunday, February 17, these men were cautioned that there might be trouble if they continued to work, on account of not being Sabbath-keepers, and so not exempt. They heeded the admonition, and ceased to violate the statute. On the next Sunday, February 24, a policeman came into the building, and on searching it all through, he found Dr. Green and his brother Egbert, Carl Crag, and A. Wakenight, the foreman, quietly working. They were notified to appear at police court the next morning at eight o’clock.

After a season of prayer Monday morning, they all presented themselves as directed, the writer accompanying them. Dr. Green made a few appropriate remarks, a part of which is substantially as follows: “We are law-abiding citizens, have wronged no man, have violated no law either of God or the State, are here and engaged in a work to do people good and not evil.” He then cited the State law, which the city attorney read to the court. The attorney then stated that he knew these men, or more especially Dr. Green, and that he knew that he kept strictly the seventh-day Sabbath (which he said he believed was the right day), consequently he thought there was no case against them. The judge said, however, that this was a new thing to him, and he wanted it more fully investigated that he might know what to do in future cases of the kind.

The trial was then set for the following Wednesday at 3 P. M., then deferred by the prosecution till Friday at 3 P. M. Meanwhile the city attorney decided to make it a State case, and turned it over to the State’s attorney. When we met on Friday, after a few minutes spent in preliminaries, the prosecuting attorney said to the judge: “These gentlemen are not accused of keeping open store or saloon or of disturbing a religious congregation; the only thing you can do is to dismiss the case.”

The leading members of the bar seem favorable to religious liberty. I think we shall have no trouble till the present law is repealed, and we intend to watch for this.

The prayer-meeting before the trial was made a special season, that God might overrule and bless. Our last Sabbath was naturally a day of thanksgiving, in which our hearts rejoiced in God.

A. P. HEACOCK.

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WANTED AT ONCE.—Two Seventh-day Adventist men to work on sawmill. Steady work and good wages to right men. Address Thomas E. Giebell, Chester, W. Va.

WANTED AT ONCE.—A first-class hygienic cook for vegetarian restaurant work. References given and required. State salary expected. Address G. A. Wheeler, 72-74 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, Cal.

EVERY reader should try our rancid-proof peanut butter, at 12 cents a pound. Purest coconut oil, 14 cents in 50-pound lots. Agents wanted everywhere. Address Vegetarian Meat Company, Bond Building, Washington, D. C.

WANTED.—At the Riverside Sanitarium, a cook and a thoroughly competent female nurse experienced in bedside nursing, both surgical and otherwise. Good wages to the right persons. Address Riverside Sanitarium, Montrose, Colo.

WANTED.—Agents for radiodescent therapeutic lamp. Greatest invention of the age for relieving pain and curing disease. Combines X-rays, electricity, and hydrotherapy. Special discount to Seventh-day Adventists. All should have one, especially nurses. Address Michigan Sanitarium of Kalamazoo, Mich., Dept. 12.

POSITION WANTED.—Young man, aged twenty-three, Sabbath-keeper, desires position with concern where integrity, ability, and managerial experience will afford opportunity for advancement. Will consider any opening—moderate salary, until ability is proved. Address J. William Brown, 56 Clinton Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y.

SPECIAL SALE OF BUFF ORPINGTONS.—To close out our surplus stock and make room for growing chicks, we offer the following at reduced prices: 2 cocks, two years, $2.50 each; 20 hens, two years, $1.25 each; 24 pullets, $1.25 each; 10 cockerels, $1.25 each. Eggs, $1.50 for 15. Offer good for thirty days. Embrace this opportunity. You will not soon get another like it. Address Union College Poultry Yards, College View, Neb.

WANTED AT ONCE.—25 young ladies, 15 young men, all consecrated Seventh-day Adventist Christian workers, to make immediate arrangements to enter the Glendale Sanitarium Training-school for Missionary Nurses. Class begins June 1. Exceptional opportunity to get a thorough, practical missionary training, that will fit you for any field in the world. Address Dr. Winegar Simpson, Glendale, Cal.

Religious Liberty Notes

THE Religious Liberty Department of the New York and Western New York Conferences has recently issued a document entitled Religious Liberty Bulletin, No. 1, and a twelve-page tract entitled “Words of Truth Concerning Church Federation.”

The New York Indicator (Rome, N. Y.), of April 3, 1907, contains the following local item: “The Religious Liberty Department of the New York Conference has distributed 111,725 pages of literature since camp-meeting.” “Orders are still coming in for Liberty, No. 4. We wish they were larger and oftener, for now is the time to work with this good magazine.”

Two great federation conventions are coming: “The National Convention of the American Federation of Catholic Societies will convene at Indianapolis, Ind., in the month of August. This convention should be looked after closely. Then next year in the fall of 1908, at New York City, comes the first great council, after the organization, of the Federation of Churches of America.”

William T. Stead, the English editor, in an address before the New York Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church in New York City, April 8, urged them to unite with other denominations in a movement for international peace. He told how in England, the Church of England and the Roman Catholic Church were considering the question of unity in the movement, and then asked his audience if they were willing to act together. There was a loud cry, “Yes,” “yes,” “yes.” This is another issue upon which the churches will federate in fulfilling the “peace-and-safety” cry.

We quote the following from the Boston Globe: “Derby, Conn., March 27.—The Derby board of education has voted to appropriate twelve hundred dollars annually toward the support of St. Mary’s parochial school of this city. It is said to be the first instance of the kind in the country. The chairman of the board of education is James L. Miles, a brother-in-law of Alton B. Parker.” While the action on the part of the Derby, Conn., board of education will be criticized by Protestants, and rightfully, too, yet it should be remembered that such an action is a fitting accompaniment to the efforts which have been put forth in Connecticut and other States in seeking Sunday legislation.

The Workers’ Bulletin (Des Moines, Iowa), of April 2, 1907, contains an article from the pen of T. Godfrey, entitled, “Love Versus Coercion,” from which we quote the following excellent paragraph: “Jesus said when delivering the gospel commission to his apostles, ‘Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.’ He did not say, Go ye into all the world and make laws binding upon the consciences of men; instead, we are to preach the gospel, and reveal the life and character of him who commissions us. The work of the gospel minister is to preach the gospel, not using the carnal sword, but taking the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. He goes forth a conqueror, but not ‘by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, saith the Lord.’ It is the gospel, the good news, that makes men commandment-keepers, and not legislation. ‘Go ye therefore, and teach all nations,’ for the gospel ‘is the power of God unto salvation.’ K. C. R.

NOTICES AND APPOINTMENTS

Camp-Meetings for 1907

ATLANTIC UNION CONFERENCE

Chesapeake Conf., Baltimore, Md. ..... July 5-14 West Pennsylvania, Oil City ...... June 13-23

NORTHERN UNION CONFERENCE

Minnesota, St. Cloud ...... May 30 to June 9

CENTRAL UNION CONFERENCE

Iowa, Des Moines .......... May 30 to June 9

SOUTHWESTERN UNION CONFERENCE

Arkansas, Siloam Springs ...... July 18-29 Texas ................ Aug. 1-11 Oklahoma ................. Aug. 22 to Sept. 2

PACIFIC UNION CONFERENCE

California-Nevada, Merced, Cal. May 23 to June 2 California-Nevada, St. Helena, Cal. ........................ June 20-30 Montana .......................... June 20-30 Upper Columbia, Walla Walla, Wash. ............ May 30 to June 10 Western Washington, Kent, Wash., May 16-26

MEETINGS IN EUROPE

Gen. Conf. Com. with German Union Committee .................. May 3-7 Gen. Conf. Com. with Latin Union, Gland ...................... May 10-25 Norway .......................... June 5-9 Finland ......................... June 14-18 Sweden, Södertälje, near Stock- holm ...................... June 19-24 German-Swiss .................... July 3-7 French-Swiss .................... July 10-14 German Union, Friedensau ........ July 18-28 British Union ................... August 2-11 Holland .......................... August 15-18

The presidents of the various conferences are requested to forward any information which will enable us to publish a complete and correct list of the camp-meetings appointed for the present season. If any changes are made, of either time or place of meetings already appointed, notice should be forwarded at once.

Iowa, Notice!

By L. F. Starr; C. W. Larson

THE Iowa Seventh-day Adventist Association will hold its fourteenth annual meeting in connection with the State camp-meeting at Des Moines, Iowa, May 30 to June 9, 1907, to transact business and elect officers for the coming year.

L. F. STARR, President, C. W. LARSON, Secretary.

Loma Linda College of Evangelists

LOMA LINDA COLLEGE is organized for the training of missionary nurses and physicians, and offers a very thorough course of study in both these lines of work. We shall be pleased to forward circulars to all who are interested in these particular lines of study. Address all communications to College of Evangelists, Loma Linda, Cal.

Iowa Sanitarium and Benevolent Association

By L. F. Starr; Alice Mantz

NOTICE is hereby given that the annual meeting of the Iowa Sanitarium and Benevolent Association will be held in Des Moines, Iowa, in connection with the Seventh-day Adventist camp-meeting, at 2:30 P. M., Wednesday, June 5, 1907, for the purpose of electing trustees and transacting such other business as may come before the meeting. L. F. STARR, President, ALICE MANTZ, Secretary.

Minnesota, Notice!

By H. S. Shaw

The forty-sixth annual session of the Minnesota Conference of the Seventh-day Adventists will assemble in connection with the camp-meeting at St. Cloud, Minn., May 30 to June 9, 1907. The purpose of the conference will be to elect officers for the ensuing year, and to transact such other business as may be brought before the delegates, pertaining to the carrying of the message to the world.

The constitution provides that each church is entitled to one delegate regardless of numbers, and one additional delegate for each fifteen of its membership. The elder of each church is a delegate to the conference by virtue of his office, and the church should elect its full number of delegates besides the elder. All our churches in Minnesota are hereby requested to send the names of their delegates as soon as possible to the conference secretary, Wm. Asp, Box 989, Minneapolis, Minn. H. S. SHAW.

Obituaries

Dixon.—Died at his home near Portis Kan., of pneumonia, Henry Dixon, aged 72 years. He accepted present truth in 1877, and was faithful until death. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn, but not as those who have no hope. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer to a large audience. B. W. Brown.

Brotherton.—Died at Sawtelle, Cal., Feb. 21, 1907, Eunice E. Brotherton, née Sheldon, aged 54 years, 4 months, and 16 days. In 1877 she was converted and joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and since that time lived a Christian life. She leaves four children to mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Craig.

Cannon.—Died at his home at Lewis Run, Pa., Jan. 27, 1907, of neuralgia of the heart, Mr. John Cannon, aged 62 years. He was held in high esteem by those who knew him, and was a good husband and father. He leaves a wife and eight children to mourn their loss, but they sorrow not without hope. The funeral discourse was delivered by the writer to a large and attentive audience. J. W. Watt.

Peck.—Died at North San Juan, Cal., of consumption, Sister Leah Peck, aged 46 years. Sister Peck heard and accepted present truth at a series of tent-meetings held in North San Juan by Brethren Lucius Church, H. F. Courter, and Stephen Hare in 1891, and has ever since exemplified in her daily life the truth she loved. Funeral service was conducted by Rev. D. Jefford, the Methodist minister of North San Juan. Wm. Graham.

Kirkvold.—Died at Everett, Wash., Feb. 20, 1907, of heart failure, Brother H. C. Kirkvold, aged 48 years. He overexerted himself in running to catch a train, causing immediate death. Brother Kirkvold had done a good work in canvassing and colporteur work in Dakota and Washington, and had made many friends by his kind Christian conduct. Funeral service conducted by Brethren T. J. Linrund and Peter Larson, was held at Cedarhome, Wash., where he was buried. F. D. Starr.

Bremner.—Died at Pasadena, Cal., Feb. 14, 1907, Mrs. Hattie E. Bremner, daughter of L. D. and C. M. Benton, in the thirty-fourth year of her age. Sister Bremner gave her heart to the Lord when only eight years of age, and was ever faithful to her Saviour. Her death constituted the first broken link in her father’s family of thirteen members. Besides these, she leaves a loving husband and two children to mourn their loss. She sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort and hope were spoken by the writer. Roderick S. Owen.

Caruss.—Died at the home of her daughter, at Walled Lake, Mich., Feb. 24, 1907, Sister Henry Caruss, aged 82 years. She received this message forty-five years ago, and until the last retained a warm love for the truth and a strong faith in its triumph. All who knew Sister Caruss loved her. Isa. 25:8, first two clauses, was the basis for remarks. E. K. Slade.

Taylor.—Died at her home in Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 26, 1907, Mary W. Taylor, aged 54 years, 10 months, and 16 days. Through a painful illness lasting some months she suffered patiently, and often expressed a firm and abiding faith in a Saviour’s love. She leaves a son and three daughters to mourn their loss. Words of comfort and consolation were read from the Scriptures by our pastor, W. H. Granger. Stephen A. Craig.

Vance.—Died at her home at Severy, Kan., Nov. 23, 1906, of black jaundice, Sister Sarah H. Vance, aged 61 years, 11 months, and 14 days. She accepted present truth a number of years ago. She has since lived a consistent Christian life, and passed away with a living confidence that she would come forth in the first resurrection. She was loved by all who knew her. She leaves her husband, two daughters, six sons, eighteen grandchildren, three sisters, and four brothers to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. J. W. Lair.

Cooper.—Died near Weiser, Idaho, Sept. 27, 1906, Mrs. John Cooper. “Mother Cooper,” as she was familiarly known, was a true “mother in Israel.” The Bible, Signs of the Times, and the REVIEW were her counselors. Her knowledge of the Scriptures was remarkable. She fell asleep trusting in the Saviour who had been her guide and comforter all through her long earthly pilgrimage. The aged husband, children, and grandchildren laid her to rest, confidently expecting to meet her again when the Life-giver comes. Funeral service was conducted by the writer. J. M. Willoughby.

Wilfong.—Died at Vineland, N. J., Feb. 28, 1907, Isaac N. Wilfong, in his eighty-third year. In early life Brother Wilfong embraced the doctrine of the second advent of Christ as taught and preached by Josiah Litch and Horace Hastings. He continued firm in this belief all his life. Several years before his death he became convinced of the truth of the seventh-day Sabbath, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church of Vineland, N. J. He was always willing to help in the Master’s service. He leaves to mourn their loss an aged wife, three sons, and two daughters. I. A. Weller.

Knapp.—Died at the home of his daughter, on Knights Creek, N. Y., Feb. 25, 1907, of pneumonia and heart trouble, George W. Knapp, in the seventy-seventh year of his age. When twelve years old, he was converted and joined the Baptist Church. He and his wife, becoming Sabbath-keepers, joined the Seventh-day Baptist Church. They afterward accepted the third angel’s message, and joined the Seventh-day Adventist church of Wellsville, N. Y., where they have lived many years. He was greatly beloved by all who knew him, and was church elder at the time of his death. We sorrow not as those without hope. Mrs. John Ahrens.

Wilkinson.—Died at South Lancaster, Mass., Feb. 25, 1907, of paralysis and infirmities of old age, Sophronia Wilkinson, wife of Brother Benjamin Wilkinson, aged 86 years, 10 months, and 22 days. Sister Wilkinson was married to Brother Wilkinson in 1848, and soon afterward was converted, and with her husband united her interests with the Adventist people. She passed through the great disappointment. In 1851 she began the observance of the Sabbath, and afterward joined the church in New Ipswich, N. H. She was a member of this church when she died. She was the mother of five children, three of whom are still living. She leaves behind the fragrance of a Christian life as an inspiration and hope to all who knew her. On the funeral occasion, remarks were made by the writer. E. W. Farnsworth.

Cato.—Died in St. Luke’s Hospital, St. Paul, Minn., Feb. 28, 1907, of peritonitis, James C. Cato, aged 39 years, 7 months, 13 days. He leaves a wife and three children, who have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in this trying hour. Words of comfort were spoken from Isa. 52:6 and other texts. F. A. Detamore.

Olsen.—Died at Morganhill, Cal., of pneumonia, Feb. 27, 1907, J. C. Olsen. He was born in Norway, Aug. 31, 1835, and embraced the truth at Pt. Arena, Cal., in 1868, under the labors of Elder L. P. Jacobsen. The deceased leaves a companion, one son, and four daughters, who believe that he sleeps in Jesus. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. M. H. Brown.

Hovey.—Died near Randolph, N. Y., Feb. 25, 1907, Sister L. T. Hovey, aged 70 years, 6 months, and 2 days. In early life she was converted, and connected with the Methodist Church. In 1871 she became a First-day Adventist. In the spring of 1882, through the labors of Elder J. E. Robinson, she accepted present truth, and held firmly to it until the end. She was the mother of one son and two daughters, all living, the oldest daughter being the wife of Brother K. C. Russell, of Washington, D. C. The funeral was held at the house, and was conducted by the writer; text, chosen by Sister Hovey, Job 19:25. F. Peabody.

James.—Died at Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, Feb. 27, 1907, of old age, Otey James, aged 93 years, 2 months, and 19 days. Grandfather James’s early Christian experience was in the Christian Church, but in 1843 he accepted the views held by Adventists concerning the soon-coming Saviour, and later the views held by Seventh-day Adventists. He was a witness to the falling of the stars in 1833, and rejoiced in the hope of a soon-coming Saviour, even in his last hours. Funeral service was conducted at the M. E. church by O. M. Kittle, assisted by Rev. Gardener. A. R. Kelso. Bessie J. Kelso.

(His picture and an article from his pen are to be found on page 18 of REVIEW dated July 20, 1905.)

Brown.—Died near Lake Village, Ark., Feb. 1, 1907, of pneumonia, Benjamin F. Brown, aged 33 years, 5 months, and 13 days. He was one of the first in Perry County, Indiana, to embrace the views of Seventh-day Adventists, being one of the charter members of the Mt. Zion church. He was kind-hearted, ever ready to help the needy. Although, like many a prodigal, he wandered away from the Father’s house, he ever loved the truth, and would weep over his wrong-doing. He struggled long and earnestly to get the victory over the drink habit, into which he had fallen; and before he was taken ill, he would get up two or three times in the night and plead with the Lord for mercy and forgiveness. He leaves a wife, two sisters, and two brothers, who sorrow not as those that have no hope. H. Brown.

Olmstead.—Departed this life, at the home of his son, in Alma, Mich., Brother Henry Olmstead, aged 81 years, 9 months, and 11 days. The immediate cause of his death was a complication of diseases incident to old age, intensified by la grippe. The deceased was born at Elmore, Vt., May 30, 1825. He was the father of five children, four of whom, with the wife and mother, passed away years ago. An only son is all that remains of the family tree, and he and his wife were at the funeral in Battle Creek. Long years ago Brother Olmstead united with the Seventh-day Adventists in their belief, and he has ever remained faithful to his convictions of truth. For a time he lived in Battle Creek, where he was well known and esteemed. He now sleeps, but soon will he be awakened by the Saviour’s voice, and re-quickened into a life which will be as lasting as the days of heaven. He was buried in Battle Creek by the side of his beloved daughter. The funeral service was conducted by Elder A. C. Bourdeau, who was well acquainted with the deceased in Vermont. G. W. Amadon.

Addresses

The address of Elder H. Shultz is now Lodi, Cal., instead of Lockford.

The present address of Elder A. J. Howard is 360 Astabula Ave., Pasadena, Cal.

John and Florence Niehaus send notice of the change of their address from Bridgeport, Ind., to Greenfield, Ind.

The address of Elder E. G. Hayes, the president of the South Dakota Conference, has been changed from Canton, S. D., to 608 S. Duluth Ave., Sioux Falls, S. D. This change has been made since the Year-book was printed.

Church Addresses in City Directories

A MATTER that should have the attention of our church officers in all large towns and cities is the placing of the address of our church and hours of service in the city directory or the newspapers. We would strongly urge that this matter be not overlooked. It is often a matter of great convenience to our visiting brethren, but it has its field of usefulness as a missionary factor also.

The manager of our Book Department announces that the entire edition of the 1907 Year-book is exhausted, and no more can be supplied.

Our Foreign Papers

By Editor

A SPECIAL series of these papers will be issued in three languages for six months, beginning early in May. All points of present truth will be covered, and an excellent opportunity will thus be given to help our foreign neighbors.

Have you not some German, Swedish, or Danish-Norwegian friends to whom you should bring this precious light of truth? Think it over and pray about it. If in your work with the topical symposium series of the Signs of the Times you meet people who do not read the English, improve the opportunity of giving them the truth on the same subjects in their own language.

These papers will be the best that we have ever published. They will be made attractive with illustrations, engraved headings, and a new cover design. To aid in ordering, we give below the names of the papers, together with the price and date of first issue in the series.

Christlicher Hausfreund (German), semimonthly, 50 cents for the six months; begins May 9.

Evangeliets Sendebud (Danish-Norwegian), weekly, 65 cents for the six months; begins May 8.

Sions Vaktare (Swedish), weekly, 65 cents for the six months; begins May 7.

Special rates will be given for ten or more copies to one address. Address International Publishing Assn., College View, Neb.

Educational Number Delayed

By Editor

As copy for the Educational department was not received in time for this issue, this month's Educational Number will be one week late.

Increasing Tithe Receipts

Our tithe receipts are increasing everywhere. This means that the work will go faster this year than last. It means that the rank and file are moving up to their places — it means victory.

Elder Wellman Returns to Barbados

ELDER L. E. WELLMAN, who has been in the States on a three-months' furlough, reached Washington last week, accompanied by his family, on his return to his field of labor in Barbados, West Indies. They were unable to procure passage until this week.

British Union Headquarters at Stanborough Park

The president of the British Union Conference, Elder E. E. Andross, in speaking of their new headquarters near London, writes that they are calling the property at Watford “Stanborough Park.” The preparatory work for building operations has begun, and they hope to have buildings up for occupancy by October.

Opening the Work in Greece

Last week Prof. W. E. Howell and family, and Mrs. Kinner, the mother of Mrs. Howell, sailed for Europe, to open the work in Greece. All will rejoice that we are to have a permanent work going forward in that long-neglected land. Brother Howell will attend the Gland council of the General Conference Committee on his way.

Dr. Kress and Family Return to America

FROM Australian mail reaching the General Conference Office, we learn that Dr. Kress and family left there March 17, for America on the same boat which brought the letters. We conclude by this that these dear workers have had a safe voyage. After spending a few days on the coast, they will come to Washington to connect with the new Sanitarium.

Appeal for Stricken Jamaica

By Editor

We hope that none will pass by unnoticed the appeal that comes from stricken Jamaica, which appears in our Field Work department over the signature of Brother J. A. Strickland. We have no doubt there are some whose hearts and purses will respond to the touching appeal from that needy and afflicted field.

Special Temperance Number

By Editor

THE special number of the Youth’s Instructor will soon appear. It will be a temperance number, bearing date of May 14. As this will be the first special issue of the Instructor that has ever appeared, we trust that its many friends will give it a hearty reception, and make it a grand success. Read all about it on the second page of this issue.

Missionary Review of the World

The April number of the Missionary Review of the World is truly a world review. It contains excellent articles on gospel work in India, gives a graphic description of conditions in Russia and China. Other articles deal with two great religious movements in this country and missionary work in the New Hebrides. Published by Funk and Wagnalls, New York City.

The Gospel Advances in Spain and Portugal

ELDER L. R. CONRADI, in his report of the year's work in the Latin Union Conference, says: “In all the fields a beginning has now been made.” A hearty Amen will go up from the whole denomination over this accomplishment. Since the beginning of this work Spain and Portugal have sat upon the western tip of the Old World to guard against the invasion of the third angel's message. But the walls have been scaled at last, and the heralds of the everlasting gospel are inside the fortifications, proclaiming the truth of God for this time, even the third angel's message. Let us take courage and press the battle with renewed vigor all along the line.

A Cheering Note of Missionary Advance

By T. E. Bowen

FROM every quarter come encouraging words telling of the rapid advance the message is making among the nations. One of the most cheering features in this practical, onward march is the attitude union conferences are taking in the matter of carrying on mission work in some needy field.

The Australasian Union is doing most noble work in the great Pacific island mission field. Laborers and means are being sent from their home land into this fruitful mission territory, which proves a great stimulus to their home work.

The German Union Conference has undertaken mission work in that territory known as German East Africa, and God is greatly blessing this work, both in the mission itself and in the conference at home.

Also the British Union Conference is supporting missionary operations in British East Africa. Of their work, Elder E. E. Andross, president of the British Union, writes: “I have just received a most encouraging letter from Brother Carscallen, in Africa. They are getting their work started in very good shape in the mission station, and I am glad to tell you that our brethren all through this field are taking a very deep interest in it. The money is coming in for the support of the work very much better than I expected. I am sure that this is a blessing to our work here, and will prove to be more and more so as we carry it forward.”

This united work of our union conferences reveals at least one of the very important keys in the hands of the Lord for solving the problem of proclaiming the message in all the world in “this generation.”

T. E. BOWEN.