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Obituaries

Mack.—Died at Bay Lake, Minn., Sept. 18, 1903, Susan L. Mack, in the forty-second year of her age. A husband and five children are left to mourn, but with hope of meeting her at the coming of the Life-giver. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. Andrew Mead.

Harrison.—Hazel May Harrison, daughter of Brother and Sister Charles Harrison, of Grass Creek, Ind., was born April 27, 1902, and died Aug. 29, 1903, of cholera infantum. Soon Jesus, who took the little ones in his loving arms, will come, and death's cruel reign be forever broken. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Zech. 9:12. J. C. Harris.

Ruple.—Mrs. Rebecca Ruple died Aug. 5, 1903, aged 75 years and 5 months. Sister Ruple accepted the Seventh-day Adventist faith in the spring of 1896, and remained a faithful witness to the truth till the day of her death. She was laid to rest at her home in Elkhart, Ind., to await the summons of the Life-giver. Funeral services were conducted by the resident pastor of the M. E. church. W. H. Granger.

Straw.—Died at her father's home, Aug. 28, 1903, of quick consumption, Sister Laura Straw. Sister Straw was born at Almon, Wis., in 1884; she was married to Walter Straw in 1899, and later she and her husband accepted the principles held by Seventh-day Adventists. Her everyday life was that of a consistent Christian. Funeral services were held in the Plainfield church, remarks being made by the writer, from Rev. 14:13. G. Swinson.

Butler.—Died at his home near Stanleyton, Va., Sept. 8, 1903, William Daniel Butler, aged 38 years, 1 month, and 24 days. He was a kind and affectionate husband and father, and was held in high esteem among his friends and neighbors. His last moments were spent in earnest prayer to God. He leaves a wife and seven children to mourn this sad affliction. The funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by the elder of the church, A. J. Painter, and Rev. J. R. Brown, of the Baptist Church; text, Rev. 21:4. B. F. Purdham.

Nolan.—Died at West Brownfield, Me., Aug. 29, 1903, of paralysis caused by an injury, Harold L. Nolan, only son of E. G. and Christie H. Nolan, aged 11 years, 3 months, 8 days. For seven years Harold was a patient sufferer. Words of comfort were spoken from 1 Thess. 4:13, to a large number of friends. H. H. Dexter.

Jackson.—Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Brown, in Birmingham, Ala., Aug. 8, 1903, of bowel trouble, Sister Dele Jackson, aged 73 years, 2 months, and 4 days. Sister Jackson lived a devoted life. She accepted present truth six years ago. Her last hours were bright, her last words being, “I am ready, I am waiting.” Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from 1 Thess. 4:13-18. W. L. McNeely.

Ard.—Aug. 5, 1903, Sister Sarah A. Ard, of Elsmore, Kan., passed peacefully to rest till the resurrection morn. She was born in Beaver County, Pa., April 20, 1851. At the organization of the Elsmore Seventh-day Adventist church in the spring of 1896 she united with that church, and was a faithful member till the day of her death. Funeral services were held in the United Brethren church, conducted by Elder Howell (U. B.) and the writer. J. W. Norwood.

Spear.—Died near Boise City, Idaho, Sept. 2, 1903, of apoplexy of the brain, Florence Spear, aged 43 years, 5 months, and 12 days. She accepted the Seventh-day Adventist faith under the labors of the writer, in 1893, and united with the Boise church. Her life was devoted to the cause of God. It can be truly said of her, “She did what she could.” She leaves a husband and three sons to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from 1 John 2:17. W. W. Steward.

Coble.—Died at her home near Tell City, Ind., Aug. 3, 1903, of brain fever, Hettie F. Coble, aged 36 years, 4 months, 14 days. Sister Coble was converted when about thirteen years of age, and united with the M. E. Church, and later accepted the Adventist faith. She died with a bright hope of having a part in the first resurrection. She leaves a husband and four children to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, from Job 14:1, 2, 14; Eccl. 9:5, 6, 10 last part; 2 Thess. 4:13-18; Rev. 22:14. Aaron Terry.

Stewart.—Fell asleep in Oakland, Cal., Aug. 21, 1903, of heart failure, Will N. Stewart, aged 29 years, 4 months, and 7 days. He was the only son of Elder T. M. and Mrs. M. E. Stewart, and the only brother of Mary A. Stewart. He was a most indefatigable, persistent, intense worker, and his frail physical frame could not endure the constant strain. His last hours were peaceful in resignation to God's will. He sent a message of hope and cheer to his parents. His companion, Mrs. Mabel Gage Stewart, mourns, but with hope. M. C. W.

Dunn.—Fell asleep in Jesus, Aug. 6, 1903, Sister Helen Dunn, in her seventieth year. Brother and Sister Dunn joined the Adventist Church under the labors of Elders A. P. Heacock and J. A. Coffman. Sister Dunn lived a devoted Christian life, and her death is mourned by an aged husband, four sons, and four daughters. In the presence of a large assembly, a few hymns were sung and prayer was offered, and Sister Dunn was laid away to await the call of the Archangel. Funeral services will be held as soon as one of our ministers is present to conduct them. H. B. Counts.

Snyder.—Departed this life in Jackson, Mich., Aug. 5, 1903, Charles Henry Snyder, aged 30 years, 10 months, and 5 days. Quite early in life he gave his heart to God and accepted the Sabbath truth, to which he remained true for several years, then becoming discouraged, he departed from the Lord; but before he closed his earthly career, he again returned to the fountain of living waters, found peace in believing, and died happy in the Lord. A loving wife, two sisters, and one brother are left to mourn. The funeral services were conducted by the writer at Jackson, Mich., after which the remains were taken to Kalamazoo, Mich., for interment. R. C. Horton.

Tarbell.—Died at West Wilton, N. H., Aug. 12, 1903, of paralysis and peritonitis, Louisa Farnsworth Tarbell, aged 85 years. Sister Tarbell accepted the first angel's message in 1844, and later the third angel's message, and united with the New Ipswich, N. H., church, of which she remained a much-loved member till the time of her death. I visited her about two weeks before she died, and her tear-dimmed eyes, quivering lips, and general animation as I talked to her of the closing work of God and the soon-coming Saviour, spoke volumes which her tongue could not utter. She had not forgotten her experiences in 1844. How precious the Christian's hope to these aged pilgrims! Brief remarks were made by the writer at the funeral. A. E. Place.

Jeffers.—Died at Fruithurst, Ala., Aug. 28, 1903, of dropsy, my dear wife, Mrs. Olive A. Jeffers, in her sixty-ninth year. She was born in the State of New York. At the age of eighteen she moved to Michigan, from which State, on account of failing health, in 1879 we went to Sioux Falls, S. D., where, the same year, she accepted present truth under the labors of Elder S. B. Whitney. Hoping a change of climate would benefit her, in 1895 we moved to College View, Neb., in 1896 to Leavenworth, Kan., where she held her church membership at the time of her decease. In 1899 we made our home in Fruithurst, Ala. She was a subscriber to the REVIEW for about twenty-three years. As all who know her can testify, her Christian life was a faithful one. She leaves a husband, a son, and a daughter, who mourn not without hope; for she sleeps in Jesus. C. T. Jeffers.

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The following persons desire late, clean copies of our publications, postpaid:—

Mrs. A. L. Glass, Kirbyville, Jasper Co., Tex.

Cora Gouge, Gentry, Ark., periodicals and tracts.

Mrs. M. E. Coffin, Doyle and Overton Bldg., Santa Rosa, Cal.

J. E. Collins, 617 Thomas St., New Albany, Ind., REVIEW, Signs, tracts, etc.

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Change of Addresses

N. P. Nelson's address has been changed from College View, Neb., to Keene, Tex.

Until further notice, D. T. Bourdeau's address will be 475 Wealthy Ave., Grand Rapids, Mich.

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Photographs of Vigorous Vegetarians

By Editor

THE editor of the Pacific Health Journal desires good photographs of vigorous vegetarians, any age from twelve to one hundred or more, with a short sketch of life, stating age, height, weight, condition as to strength, digestion, amount of work accomplished daily, etc.; how long a vegetarian; whether eggs, milk, or other animal products, tea or coffee are used; number of meals a day; whether the health has improved since this diet was adopted. Photographs will be returned if request with name and address is written on back. Please send photographs and sketches to G. H. Heald, M. D., Sanitarium, Cal. Do not send photographs which are indistinct. They should be clear cut.

Four Suggestions

By Editor

MANY of our readers, hundreds of them in fact, during the past few weeks have written to our office expressing their recognition of the Lord’s guiding hand in the recent removal of our periodicals to this city, the nation’s capital; and the hearts of the workers on these papers have been cheered and sustained, again and again, by the assurance of our people that their hearts are with us here, even though they can not be present in person. This is an evidence to us that while God is working at headquarters, he is also working with his people throughout the world, that all Israel may go forward solidly on the march together.

It is our desire that the REVIEW AND HERALD shall be a faithful “watchman on the walls of Zion;” that week by week it shall carry to our people reports of the progress of the message in all lands; that its pages shall represent clearly, and in no uncertain tone, the fundamental principles of our world-wide message; and that it shall be true to its mission, as a “watchman,” by faithfully and fearlessly directing attention to every approaching danger. Matters of vital interest from the pen of Sister White are being published each week, and no one can afford to lose these timely warnings and instructions. In order that God’s people may everywhere be in touch with his opening providences, we desire that this paper shall be placed in the hands of every Seventh-day Adventist in our ranks; and our particular object at this time is to call your attention to some of the means by which you can help to bring about this desired result.

Since we left Battle Creek, our forces have been divided, a number of the workers being left there to attend to that portion of the work which was not moved to Washington, and we find our force temporarily insufficient to do the correspondence, and other general work on our papers. Therefore, we request our people everywhere to join us, in a very definite way as indicated below, in an effort to place the REVIEW AND HERALD in every Seventh-day Adventist home.

1. Let every subscriber note carefully from the address label the date when his subscription will expire, and renew his subscription in ample time so that no numbers may be missed.

2. Let each subscriber of the REVIEW make a very definite effort to secure one new subscriber for four, eight, or twelve months.

3. Let the elder and the librarian of each church make a careful canvass of the church membership, and ascertain if each member is a subscriber to this paper, and make an earnest effort to secure subscriptions from those who do not receive it.

4. We very respectfully call the attention of our ministers to the fact that there was a time when every minister in our ranks, on visiting a church, was expected to place our periodicals, and particularly the REVIEW AND HERALD, before the church, and make an effort to secure new subscriptions. Should not that good old custom be revived? If it were, with its old-time earnestness, thousands of homes would be brightened by the visits of our church paper before the first day of January, 1904.

Dear brethren, we earnestly seek for your co-operation and practical help. Will you give it by following the suggestions given above?

Invitation to Renew Subscriptions

By Editor

We are sending free sample copies of this number of the REVIEW to those whose subscriptions have recently expired. Will all such kindly accept this statement as an urgent personal invitation for them to renew their subscriptions?

Sister McIntyre Sails for Egypt

As we go to press, arrangements are perfected for Sister Ella F. McIntyre, a Bible worker and nurse, to sail this week, the 13th, for Egypt. She goes by the Italian line to Naples and Alexandria, to carry the blessed hope into Egyptian homes.

Laborers in Spain

THE first report of laborers in Spain appears in this number. Next week another communication from Spain will report the first fruits of the message there; for already the Lord has begun to call souls to the truth in that long-neglected field.

Boggestown Manual Training Academy

The Indiana Conference has established an intermediate school which is called the Boggestown Manual Training Academy, and has issued an announcement which gives a history of the institution, and full information concerning its work. The fall term opened October 1.

Vegetarian Number of Pacific Health Journal

The October issue of the Pacific Health Journal is a vegetarian number, and the frontispiece shows the happy and healthful faces of more than a score of vegetarian babies. The table of contents includes a variety of articles setting forth the advantages of a non-flesh diet. Taken altogether, it is an especially attractive number.

Reinforcements for the Chinese Mission

No providence preventing, our party for China sailed from Vancouver, on the “Empress of India,” October 5. Dr. A. C. Selmon and wife, Dr. H. W. Miller and wife, and Sisters Carrie Erickson and Charlotte Simpson, four doctors and two nurses, comprise the re-enforcements for the Chinese mission. They go with hearts bounding with courage to join in carrying the simple truths of the third angel's message into inland China. Dr. Miller was ordained to the work of the gospel ministry in Ohio, and Dr. Selmon in Iowa.

MISSION BOARD

By Mission Board

THAT any one church can do what any other church has done is demonstrated by the experience of one of our churches in Texas. The elder writes:—

“After noticing in the REVIEW that others had increased their offerings to missions by the use of the little envelopes, I decided to try it in our church, and am happy to report the following gratifying results: the last quarter we raised $13.08 for missions. For the six quarters previous the average had been only $3.95.”

Let other church elders give the plan a trial. It is the most simple way to increase your offerings to the needy fields. The whole secret is in the systematic plan. And when all have adopted it, our missionary enterprises in the needy fields will be increased at least threefold. When the message has reached every part of the world, we can expect the end. Can we not with courage throw ourselves into this work, when we see the end so near? The Mission Board would be glad to hear from other church elders who have been inspired to do more for the regions beyond. We will provide the envelopes in any quantities, free. Each church should have enough to supply every member every Sabbath.

MISSION BOARD

The Caribbean Watchman

We have been much interested in examining the October number of The Caribbean Watchman, the monthly paper published at Port of Spain, Trinidad, of which Brother George F. Enoch is the editor. The paper consists of twelve pages and a cover. The typographical appearance of the publication is good, and the reading-matter is interesting. Various phases of the present message are presented in a clear way. This paper is one of the youngest in our family of publications, having been started last June. We hope it will have a constantly increasing circulation, and be the messenger of truth to many waiting souls.

The October Missionary Review

The October number of The Missionary Review opens with a paper by Dr. James S. Dennis, on “International Service of Missions.” There follows a very graphic account of the work of the late Quintin Hogg, of London, for the boys of the Polytechnic. It is not well known in America, but well deserves notice. Rev. Wm. Morrison, D. D., of the Kongo State, shows clearly the unfriendliness of the Belgian government to missions, and their unlawful treatment of missionaries and of natives. Published monthly by Funk & Wagnalls Company, 30 Lafayette Place, New York. $2.50 a year.