p. 32 | Review and Herald, Vol. 84, No. 2. (1/10/1907)

Earlier text: The Importance of Good Order

Notes

On the third day of the winter term at Union College, the enrolment reached 397. This was just twenty-two more than the total enrolment last year. There is a most excellent class of students in attendance at the school. Two baptisms have already been held, with sixteen candidates. The Christian workers’ bands are reported as doing excellent work.

The attendance this year at the Emmanuel Missionary College is larger than it has been before for some time, perhaps larger than it ever was before. There is a most excellent spirit prevailing, and this is in every way encouraging. This school is located in the midst of our largest union conference. It should be filled to overflowing with a sturdy class of young men and women preparing to be workers.

Prof. M. D. Mattson, in charge of the department of Bible in Union College, has been obliged to give up his work for a few weeks on account of poor health. Elder Mattson was for years connected with the South Lancaster Academy as instructor in Bible and history. His many former pupils and friends will learn of his illness with sorrow, and will unite in prayer with the students of Union College for his speedy recovery to good health, that he may again take up his work. His illness is caused by heart trouble, with which he has been afflicted for years.

We are glad to note in the reports from the Keene (Tex.) Academy that students are continually entering the school, which is already full. There is a most excellent missionary spirit prevailing in the institution, and it has been very much prospered in the past two or three years in meeting its debts and providing facilities for its work. We trust that this prosperity may not be confined alone to this school.

From the Oakwood (Huntsville, Ala.) Manual Training-school comes the following: “Our school work is going on nicely. The second term’s work began December, 12. Our examinations are over, and the students passed fairly well. Our Manual Arts building is completed, and the foundation of Study Hall is well under way. We are building this last of cement blocks. Brother Auger, of Corinth, Miss., has been here, and gotten the work of making these blocks nicely started. However, he was suddenly called home last night on account of the illness of his wife, and we do not know just when he will return. This may delay our work somewhat.”

Healdsburg College has already enrolled over one hundred students in the college department. Seventy students are in the Home. The training-school, which includes grades one to eight, has an enrolment of sixty-five. In the normal department there is a class of fifteen. The work is being carried forward similar to that of the regular normal, with professional classes in methods, observation in the training-school, and lastly, teaching under the direction of the critic teacher. The plan is to give the pupil teachers two years of professional training; besides this, they are expected to have the amount of work which is usually given in an academy. The music department, under the direction of Miss Medora Stone, is prospering. She has over forty pupils in instrumental music. A spirit of courage is reported as prevailing in all departments of the school.

The bookmen’s convention, held at Washington, D. C., in October, passed the following resolutions with reference to our educational books: “(1) That we approve of the plan suggested by the convention of the Educational Department, held at College View, Neb., June 30 to July 10, to issue a standard series of text-books; (2) that these books be gotten out in a neat style, with durable bindings, and that the prices be made as moderate as consistent with first-class workmanship; (3) that we suggest to publishers and authors that the authors’ royalty be ten per cent of the retail price of the first three thousand sold, and five per cent thereafter; (4) that these books be ordered by the school boards direct from our publishing houses or their branch offices or such agencies as may hereafter be established; (5) in view of the heavy initial expense involved in the manufacture of these books in a satisfactory form, and the desirability of furnishing them at a moderate price, we suggest that the Educational Department invite gifts to help defray a portion of this initial expense, the same to be loaned to the publishers without interest, and to be returned to the Educational Department in annual payments accruing from five per cent of the retail price of books sold after the first three thousand.”

Current Mention

— Three men are dead as a result of a clash between striking miners and guards employed to protect non-union men who are working the mines at Sturgis, Ky.

— The pope has put under the ban a new Polish sect known as Mariavits, and excommunicated the woman leader, who claims to be a reincarnation of the Virgin Mary.

— The heavy snows interfered with the working of danger signals on the North British Railroad, thereby causing a collision near Dundee, Scotland, December 28. Sixteen persons lost their lives, and thirty others were injured.

— At a mass-meeting held in San Francisco December 23, resolutions were adopted severely criticizing President Roosevelt’s message to Congress on the Japanese situation growing out of the exclusion of Japanese from the public schools of San Francisco.

— A dozen persons were injured, forty families were made homeless, 2,000 persons were driven temporarily from their homes, fifty horses were roasted to death, and property valued at $200,000 was destroyed by the fire on West Fifty-third Street, New York, the morning of January 2.

— Raisouli, the Moroccan bandit who has given so much trouble to foreigners, has been dismissed from his governorship by the sultan. He has removed his harem to the mountains, where he is preaching a holy war “against the foreign invaders.” The forces of the minister of war are proceeding against him.

— Rivalry between two labor organizations, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen, caused the latter to order a strike of their members in the employ of the Southern Pacific Railway, and freight traffic between Texas and California was seriously threatened.

— Acting on information furnished by a traitor, the Russian police within ten days captured over a hundred leaders and members of the St. Petersburg military organization of the Social Democrats, who were conducting a propaganda in the army and navy, and at Kief, on December 31, the local committee of Social Democrats, consisting of forty men, was arrested.

— John D. Rockefeller’s New-year’s gift to Chicago University consisted of securities with a market value of $2,700,000 for the permanent endowment fund, and $217,000 for deficit of the past year, and various other appropriations, among them $40,000 for increase of the salaries of instructors. This contribution brings his total gifts to the university up to the sum of $19,416,926.

— By a Chinese imperial edict promulgated December 31, Confucius is now deified, and ranked the same as heaven and earth, which are worshiped only by the emperor. It is believed that this action is in deference to the religious scruples of the Christian students in the government colleges, who object to “kotow,” an act required by immemorial custom before the tablet of Confucius. With this elevation of Confucius it will be necessary for none but the emperor to worship him.

— The most severe weather in many years prevailed in Europe during Christmas week. From Great Britain, France, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, and Austria-Hungary the same tale is repeated of heavy snow-storms, the interruption of railroad and telegraphic communication, the loss of life, and general discomfort and inconvenience in the towns, as well as in the country districts.

— It is not expected that any joint action by the powers in reference to the Kongo will be taken before the Belgian Parliament finally decides the issue now pending before it as to whether Belgium shall annex the Kongo or not. Great Britain, with whom this government is earnestly co-operating in the matter, will be satisfied if the Belgian government takes over control of the Kongo, and it seems likely that this will be done.

— Senor Cintron, the speaker of the house of delegates, Porto Rico, and leader of the Unionist party, has published an article in the party organ in which he criticizes the message of President Roosevelt to Congress relative to Porto Rican affairs. He declares that citizenship without self-government is debasing, and should it become a fact, it would be time to say to the people, “Prepare yourselves to win liberty with sword and gun.”

— In the fog that hung over this vicinity the night of December 30, a special train passed the block signal at Takoma Park, at 6:30, and crashed into the rear of a local passenger two miles below. Forty-five persons lost their lives, and many more are suffering from the injuries sustained. On January 2 a very similar accident occurred near Volland, Kan., in which thirty-five were killed and fifty-five injured. In addition to the usual investigation by coroners and railroad authorities, the Interstate Commerce Commission has left other important work for a thorough investigation of the block system of signaling.

Notices and Appointments

The Nashville Agricultural and Normal Institute

THE Nashville Agricultural and Normal Institute is prepared to give ten men students and five women students an opportunity to earn all their regular school expenses while taking a course of instruction in preparing for missionary work. This offer is made with the special object of encouraging them to obtain a preparation to enter the Southern field as missionaries. There are many who are being impressed at the present time by the Spirit of God to come to this needy field to work. Some of these are not prepared to bear all the expenses necessary in taking the required training. This offer will make it possible for such persons to enter the school. There are many opportunities just now to establish small, self-supporting industrial schools where the message can be taught in the most effectual manner. Those who expect to enter this field and desire some training before entering upon their regular work, are invited to write to E. A. Sutherland, Madison, Tenn. The winter term opens Jan. 16, 1907. E. A. SUTHERLAND.

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WANTED.—Printers: one job compositor, one linotype operator, and one make-up and stone man. Must be Sabbath-keepers. Good wages, eight hours a day. Address Recorder Press, Plainfield, N. J.

FOR RENT.—Small nursery and fruit farm consisting of twenty acres. Reason for renting, other business requires all my time. For particulars address Union Nurseries, Union, Ore., J. B. Weaver, Proprietor.

FOR SALE.—Vegetable cooking oil; nothing can beat it for shortening. 1 5-gal. can, $3.85; 2 cans, $7; 3 cans, $10, till further notice. Between Colorado and Ohio, freight prepaid. Address R. H. Brock, Arkansas City, Kan.

FOR SALE.—One and one-half acres land, eight-room house, barn, good well, and cellar; near Southern Training-school and Seventh-day Adventist church. Good location. Object in selling—that I may enter the work. Address Mrs. Minnie Light, Graysville, Tenn.

SPECIAL NOTICE.—Order a large supply of our rancid-proof peanut butter immediately—only 10 cents a pound—as peanuts have advanced 50 per cent. Purest cocoanut oil, 13 cents in 50-pound lots. Order to-day. Address Vegetarian Meat Company, Washington, D. C.

THE Iowa Sanitarium Bakery, Des Moines, Iowa, carries a full line of cereal and other health foods, also a good cooking oil. The Iowa Sanitarium Bakery is not a private concern; it is a denominational institution, run by the Iowa Conference, and in harmony with the general work. We solicit your correspondence as to prices, discounts, etc.

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: 1 gal., $2.75; half gal., $1.40; quart, 85 cents. Lunch nutrena, an excellent 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.

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R. Sawyer, Cor. San Antonio and E. Fifth St., Pomona, Cal., Signs, Review, Instructor, Little Friend, Liberty, Life and Health, and Spanish tracts.

Obituaries

BROWN.—Died at Lake Village, Ark., Nov. 7, 1906, David Brown. He had made no profession of religion, but during his last illness I was called to his bedside, and by his request sang and prayed with him, and read to him God's promises to the repentant sinner. He seemed happy in the Lord, and the next day he fell asleep. Words of comfort were spoken to the sorrowing friends by the writer; text, 1 Thess. 4: 13-18. H. BROWN.

VAN HEMEL.—Died at the home of her parents, at Alpena, Mich., Oct. 26, 1906, of typhoid fever, Dorathea Smith Van Hemel. She was born April 15, 1896. She loved to go to Sabbath-school, and in her suffering she trusted in God. The funeral was held at the house, and many friends gathered to show their love for the child. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer, and she was laid to rest in the Alpena Cemetery. THEO. G. LEWIS.

CUDNEY.—Died in Sheridan, Mich., Nov. 24, 1906, Mrs. Margaret E. Cudney, aged 72 years. Sister Cudney was converted to the truth under the labors of Elder E. Van Deusen. She was the mother of Elder A. J. Cudney, who went out as a missionary to the South Sea Islands, but was never heard from after leaving Honolulu. The funeral service of Sister Cudney was conducted by Elder Ezra Brocket, of Allegan, Mich. MRS. E. R. BROWN.

DOLOWAY.—Died at Binghamton, N. Y., Nov. 9, 1906, of malignant diphtheria, Frank Alden Doloway, aged 14 years. Frank was a member of the Binghamton Seventh-day Adventist church. During his last sickness he expressed his perfect resignation to the will of God. He will be greatly missed in his home, in the church, and in his school. Interment was at Montrose, Pa., near his birthplace and former home. The sorrowing relatives were comforted by the hope of again meeting their loved one. L. T. NICOLA.

BITGOOD.—Died near Napoleon, Mich., Nov. 11, 1906, of asthmatic consumption, George W. Bitgood, aged 70 years, 11 months, and 11 days. He accepted present truth twelve years ago, and was faithful to the end. He was patient in his sufferings, and is now waiting the time when the Saviour shall call his people from their dusty beds. He leaves a wife and two children, who have hope of meeting their loved one in the resurrection morning. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Isa. 57: 1, 2. C. N. SANDERS.

BOVEE.—Died at the home of her parents, in Bartow, Fla., Nov. 7, 1906, of bowel trouble, Minnie Belle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wright Bovee and grandchild of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hall, aged 1 year, 4 months, and 1 day. This home has been made sad in the loss of the loved one. With sorrowing hearts the little one was laid to rest till the Life-giver shall come to claim his own. The parents hope then to receive their little one in immortal bloom. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer. R. G. STRINGER.

LINTON.—Died at the home of her mother, in Keene, Tex., Nov. 28, 1906, Sister Ruie Linton, in her seventeenth year. The circumstances of her death were peculiarly sad. In some way her clothing caught fire, and before the flames could be extinguished, she was so badly burned that it resulted in her death a few days later. Sister Ruie was patient in a marked degree, through her extreme suffering. She had been afflicted all through her life, but was loved the more by the members of the family because of this. They have a strong assurance that, if faithful, they will soon meet their loved one at the resurrection of the just. Lessons of faith and hope were drawn from texts of scripture pointing out the Christian's hope. CLARENCE SANTEE.

FOWLER.—Died at Williamsdale, East, Nova Scotia, Oct. 24, 1906, Mrs. Jane H. Fowler, aged 72 years and 11 months. Sister Fowler had been with us but five months, yet all had learned to love her dearly. She leaves one sister to mourn. She sleeps in Jesus to await the Life-giver's call. The funeral was held at Hampton, New Brunswick, where she had spent a large part of her life. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder E. E. Gardner. WM. GUTHRIE.

BOOKS.—Died at Senjen, Minn., Nov. 25, 1906, of typhoid fever, Juliette Books, aged 44 years, 4 months, and 24 days. About two years ago Sister Books was converted to present truth, wherein she rejoiced till the end. She leaves a husband, one son, one daughter, and many friends to mourn their loss. The funeral was held in the Seventh-day Adventist church. Words of hope and comfort were spoken by the writer from 1 Thess. 4: 13-18. FRED JOHNSON.

GUERRIER.—Died in Bridgewater, Maine, Nov. 30, 1906, of pneumonia, James P. Guerrier, aged 54 years, 2 months, and 21 days. Although he had never made a public profession of religion, yet he had been a believer in present truth for a number of years, and he always advocated it. He leaves a wife, eight children, and an aged father to mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted by the writer, the foundation of his remarks being Isa. 40: 1. S. J. HERSUM.

SMITH.—Died at Soonan, Korea, Nov. 24, 1906, of diphtheria, Willena Belle, only child of Elder W. R. and Addie B. Smith, aged 1 year, 11 months, and 6 days. Brother W. D. Burden and the writer were at Soonan during the illness and death of little Willena. We laid her away on a sunny slope near the house, to await the coming of the Life-giver. These dear workers keenly feel the loss of their little one, and we ask the sympathy and prayers of the Lord's people for them in their affliction. F. W. FIELD.

BAKER.—Died at the home of his son near Crawford, Neb., Nov. 25, 1906, David Baker, aged 87 years, 5 months, and 20 days. Sept. 24, 1864, he enlisted as a volunteer in the First Iowa Battery, Company of Captain Grey, and served till the end of the war, at which time he was honorably discharged. Brother Baker united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church about ten years ago, having been a member of the Baptist Church from early manhood. His wife died less than one year ago. He leaves four daughters and one son to mourn their loss. J. H. WHEELER.

STAFFORD.—Died in the Patton Home in Portland, Ore., Nov. 24, 1906, Sister Alice Stafford, aged 77 years, 1 month, and 25 days. She was a great sufferer during the last two years, partial paralysis with a combination of other diseases making life almost unendurable; but through it all she never let go her hope; she lived a humble Christian life, beloved by family and friends. She leaves six children, three girls and three boys, and a number of grandchildren and other friends to mourn. Funeral service was conducted by the writer; text, Col. 3: 3, 4. R. D. BENHAM.

HUGHES.—Died at Graysville, Tenn., Nov. 28, 1906, William Wesley Hughes. He was born in New York City, Aug. 29, 1842. He made a profession of religion in 1883, when Elders Henderson and Bartlett preached present truth in Kokomo, Ind. Since that time he has been a faithful member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He leaves a wife, son, daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, three grandchildren, two brothers, a stepsister, and a large circle of friends to mourn their loss. The meeting-house at Graysville was filled with sympathizing friends to listen to words of comfort by the writer from Isa. 57: 1. We laid him to rest with the assurance that he himself had so often expressed during his protracted sickness, that his rest would be short, and that he would meet us in a little while. This hope was a living reality to him, and his faith was stronger than death. SMITH SHARP.

WRATE.—Died in Assyria Township, Michigan, Dec. 12, 1906, of uremia, John Joseph Wrate, aged 68 years. Brother Wrate embraced the third angel's message in 1895, and united with the Bedford (Mich.) church of Seventh-day Adventists. Though a great sufferer, he was sustained during the closing days of his life by the blessed hope. A wife and five children remain to mourn their loss. Words of comfort were offered by the writer. M. N. CAMPBELL.

MESICK.—Died at Mesick, Mich., Nov. 26, 1906, Howard Mesick. He was born April 28, 1839, in Bath, Canada. He came to Michigan some time during the year 1858, and five years later secured the land on which the town of Mesick now stands, and which was his home until his death. For twenty-four years he has been a faithful, consistent Seventh-day Adventist. He leaves a wife and three sons to mourn their loss. We laid him to rest, believing that Rev. 14: 12 is true in his case. S. E. WIGHT.

CRUMP.—Died at her home in Canton, N. Y., Oct. 19, 1906, Charlotte Lewis Crump, youngest daughter of Oliver and Elvira Lewis, aged 31 years. Death came to her relief after four years of suffering and helplessness, but through it all she manifested a sweet spirit of resignation and patience. The deceased leaves her husband, one brother, C. C. Lewis, of College View, Neb., two sisters, Mrs. D. D. Town, of Watertown, and the writer. The funeral was conducted by her cousin, Elder J. S. Nasmith; text, 2 Tim. 2: 12. CARRIE L. LOCKWOOD.

PENNINGTON.—Died at Oklahoma City, Okla., Nov. 18, 1906, of tuberculosis, Mrs. Amanda E. Pennington, wife of Henry Pennington, aged 32 years and 22 days. She leaves a husband and one son to mourn their loss. About two years ago she accepted present truth, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Oklahoma City, where she remained a faithful member till her death. Those who knew her best are satisfied that she sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer to the friends and relatives, from 1 Cor. 15: 22. A. E. FIELD.

SEITZ.—Died at her home in Vancouver, Wash., of internal cancer, Sister Effie Seitz, aged 33 years, 5 months, and 11 days. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown. She was brought up and baptized in the faith of Seventh-day Adventists, but had a varied experience. About a month before her death she was newly and truly converted and had a bright experience. She leaves a husband, son, a mother, and a large circle of other relatives and friends to feel the loss of her kind and gentle presence. By her request the writer preached the funeral sermon. R. D. BENHAM.

HANKS.—Died at her home near Portville, N. Y., Dec. 10, 1906, Electa E. Hanks. She was born at Centerville, N. Y., a little over seventy-eight years ago. About fourteen years ago, through the efforts of her daughter, Mrs. Clara Loop, she accepted the Sabbath of the Lord, and her hope was bright and her faith firm unto death. She is survived by her husband, six children, sixteen grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. Words of comfort and admonitions were spoken by the writer from John 6: 40, after which she was borne by her three surviving brothers and three sons to her last resting-place in the village cemetery. C. F. McVAGH.

BELL.—Died in Battle Creek, Mich., at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Eva Bell Giles, Nov. 14, 1906, Mrs. Harriet E. Bell, widow of Prof. G. H. Bell. She had been a Christian from childhood, and a believer in present truth for over thirty years. During most of this time her home was in Battle Creek. She was of a quiet disposition, very kind and thoughtful of others. Though suffering much during her illness of the last two years, no complaints ever arose in her heart, and it was always a comfort to hear her speak of the love and goodness of God. The end came sooner than it was expected, but she was ready. GEO. C. TENNEY.

A Sorrowful Illustration

ABOUT TWO MILES from this Office, on the evening of December 30, occurred one of the most terrible railroad disasters in the history of this country. A heavy train, without passengers, drawn by the most powerful locomotive on the line and running at a high rate of speed in a dense fog, overtook a local passenger-train at Terra Cotta Station, and tore through its coaches like a great double-moldboard plow, throwing splintered débris and the dead and mangled bodies of men, women, and children to right and left, or grinding bodies in an unrecognizable mass under its ponderous wheels. Forty-five lives were snuffed out by some one's mistake. It was a pitiful and terrible sight. One moment happy voices were calling out pleasant good-bys, and the next moment they were hushed in death or pealing out in fright and pain. We have seen no illustration so apt as this of the course of sin through this world—the passing of the danger-signal, the wild running in the fog, the sorrow, the misery, the pain, and the death in the darkness—it is all there. The railroads would give much to make a recurrence of such disasters impossible, but are not able. Jesus Christ gave his life to bring the disasters of sin to an end; and he is able, and his purpose will soon be accomplished. The blame for this disaster is not yet placed, and never will be placed by the official investigators just where it should be. In the last analysis it will be found that the covetousness of the age is at the bottom of it; and as this spirit increases,—as we know it will,—traveling by rail will become more dangerous, as we have been warned that it would. Truly there is no safety in this world outside of Christ.

Bethel Academy Destroyed by Fire

A TELEGRAM received at this Office on January 1 brought the sad news of the burning of the academy at Bethel, Wis. The total loss is placed at ten thousand dollars. The building was insured for thirty-five hundred dollars.

Death of Missionary Family’s Baby

A LETTER from Elder Field, who was visiting Korea, reports the death of the baby daughter of Elder and Mrs. W. R. Smith, our missionaries in Soonan. They may know that the sympathies of all in the churches are with them.

Thanks to Our Friends

By Editor

THE REVIEW heartily thanks its friends throughout the field for their expressions of good will and their good wishes for its future usefulness. May God prosper the paper and the people in the giving of the gospel message to this generation.

German Papers Sell Out Quickly

WE learn from Hamburg that their special edition of ninety thousand copies of their German paper was sold out very quickly. They also printed a special edition of their children's paper, of which nearly thirty thousand copies have been sold.

Present Truth Circulation Correction

DOUBTLESS all who read carefully Elder Thompson's report from England in a recent number of the REVIEW noticed that an error made him give the circulation of the Present Truth as twenty-three hundred instead of twenty-three thousand weekly. We believe their average weekly circulation is rising steadily.

Parker Smiths Return to St. Andrews

WE were glad to meet Brother S. Parker Smith and his wife in Washington last week. They have been connected for a time with the Fernando College, in southern California, but now return to St. Andrews Island, Colombia, near Panama, where they formerly labored. They sailed from Baltimore by a sailing vessel trading with St. Andrews.

Hughes Appointed to West Indian School

PROF. C. B. HUGHES, of the Keene Academy, Texas, is to be released at the close of the school year, to accept appointment to the new West Indian Union Industrial School, located in Jamaica. The Keene Academy board has arranged to allow him to attend the Jamaica meeting this month, so that he may join the brethren in planning the school’s arrangement and equipment.

Voyage to India

In a letter received December 24, dated November 3, mailed from Port Said, Egypt, Elder J. L. Shaw writes that they had had a very pleasant and smooth voyage thus far on their way to India from England, with all the company enjoying good health. He also states that Mrs. Shaw was standing the voyage far better than former ones.

Donations to the $150,000 Fund

By Editor

WE notice that many are sending their donations on the $150,000 fund to the Review and Herald Publishing Association. It is desired that so far as possible all donations for the above fund be sent to the State or union conference treasurer. If for any reason this can not be done, then all remittances should be sent to I. H. Evans, Treasurer, Takoma Park, Washington, D. C., and not to the Review and Herald Publishing Association.

Correction to Children’s Exercises Attribution

By Editor

The children’s exercises accompanying the recent week-of-prayer readings were credited to Miss Edith Starbuck. By her request we make a correction. The series of exercises was selected from among a number of different sets of studies on file in the Sabbath-school Department, prepared by various workers for the children at camp-meetings, and by some means the authorship of the studies was confused. The lessons which we used should have been credited to Miss Ella E. Merickel, of the Minnesota Conference.

West Indian Union Conference

The general meeting of the new West Indian Union Conference opens the eleventh, in Kingston, Jamaica. Elder I. H. Evans, who returned to Washington from the West last week, is leaving again, as we go to press, to sail from New York to attend the meeting. A ministerial institute will be held during the conference. Elders E. W. Farnsworth and Luther Warren sail also with Elder Evans, to assist in the conference. It will be a general gathering of West Indian workers, few of whom have ever had the privilege of an institute.

J. S. WASHBURN

By J. S. Washburn

The $150,000 Fund

At the earnest request of those interested, we have prepared leaflets setting forth the situation and the needs in the South. One of these is entitled, “Why $50,000 Is Appropriated to the Work in the South,” and contains statements by Elder George I. Butler, Prof. J. E. Tenney, Dr. F. A. Washburn, Dr. M. M. Mattinson, Brethren Chas. F. Curtis, I. A. Ford, Lyman D. Randall, and J. S. Washburn, in regard to the institutions to be assisted by this fund,—the Nashville Sanitarium, the Huntsville School, the Southern Training-school, the Graysville Sanitarium, the Atlanta Sanitarium, and the Southern Publishing Association. Pictures of all these institutions appear in the leaflet. It is a comprehensive and clear statement of the present needs of the South which are to be supplied by this fund.

The other leaflet contains statements from the Testimonies calling for help for the work in the South, and definitely locating the headquarters for the Southern work in Nashville. Only a few statements, selected from the great volume of Testimonies that have been sent out for many years appealing to our people to help the work in the South, are quoted; among these some of the very latest.

These leaflets will be of great interest. We will gladly furnish them to any one who desires them, if such will apply to us at 610 Meridan St., Nashville, Tenn.

J. S. WASHBURN