It is not necessary to make particular mention of our first-page articles. They are always of interest. The name of Mrs. E. G. White is sufficient to secure a careful reading of any article, as her writings are not only interesting, but highly instructive and useful.
This number concludes the articles of Eld. Littlejohn on the "Religious Amendment." They were first published in the Christian Statesman, the organ of the National Association which has for its object a Religious Amendment of the Constitution of the United States, in order to the national enforcement of the "Christian Sabbath." With replies by the Statesman and rejoinders by Eld. L., they are embodied in an interesting volume, for sale at this Office. See advertisement.
The articles from Eld. Smith's "Thoughts on Daniel" have been well received by those who have become acquainted with our works through the Missionary Societies. The good done by these Societies in circulating the SIGNS and other religious literature, is of value beyond computation. The "Thoughts" on Dan. 11 are of the deepest interest, as this is both a literal and consecutive prophecy, reaching to the end of the age, and fully explains the much-talked-of "Eastern Question."
The first editorial contains some remarks on the doctrine of the "Immortality of the Soul," a theme which cannot lose its interest in the present state of religious belief. As opportunity offers we intend to follow this with some articles on the subject of the soul as taught in the Scriptures.
We can speak of the articles of our associate editor, Brother Andrews, as we speak of the articles on the first page—they always command, as they deserve, a candid reading, being written in a spirit of Christian candor, and are clear in statement and conclusive in argument.
Prof. Brownsberger furnishes some excellent thoughts on "The True School." This is a subject of special interest with us now, and we invite attention to this article, which we hope will be followed by others. They cannot fail to establish confidence in the Principal of the "Healdsburg Academy."
Our Missionary Department is this week filled with a single article, but it is one of the best, if not the very best, we have ever seen on the subject. We can only say, "Read and reflect." In view of the facts and the Scripture truths so forcibly presented, we are almost ashamed to confess that some members of our churches, and some even in California, pay no tithes. "Will a man rob God?" and yet expect to find his favor, and to inherit his kingdom?
We intend that the poetry and miscellaneous matter in each number of this paper shall be the very best that can be obtained. We are thankful that our efforts, often put forth under difficulties which cannot be understood by those unacquainted with our work here, have been so well appreciated. May God bless all the workers.
Appointments.
Oakland and San Francisco.
OAKLAND.—Church N. E. corner Clay and 13th Streets. Meeting every Sabbath (Saturday) at 11 A. M. Preaching every second and fourth Sunday evening of each month. Prayer-meeting every Tuesday evening. Eld. J. H. Waggoner, Pastor. Sabbath-school at 9:30 A. M. Dr. E. J. Waggoner, Superintendent. Seats always free.
SAN FRANCISCO.—Church on Laguna Street, between McAllister and Tyler Streets. Meeting every Sabbath (Saturday) at 11 A. M. Prayer-meeting Wednesday evening. M. C. Israel, Elder. No regular preaching. Sabbath-school at 9:45 A. M. E. A. Stockton, Superintendent. Street-cars of the Hayes Valley Line, and Central and Lone Mountain Line, pass close to the meeting-house.
Stockholders' Meeting.
By William Clarence White
PURSUANT to article 6, section 2 of the By-laws of the Pacific S. D. A. Publishing Association, the seventh annual meeting of the stockholders of said Association will be held at the Pacific Press Office, corner of Castro and Twelfth Streets, Oakland, Cal., Monday, April 24, 1882, at 9:30 A. M., for the purpose of electing a board of five directors, and transacting such other business as may come before the meeting.
W. C. WHITE, Vice-President.
Southern California Camp-meeting.
THis meeting will be held in Tulare County, commencing May 4, 1882. Further particulars as to the locality and other arrangements will be given as soon as made. It is expected that Elders Waggoner and Van Horn and Mrs. E. G. White will be there. Elder Healey contemplates making a visit East on business this spring; if so he will not be with us.
S. N. HASKELL,
M. C. ISRAEL,
JOHN MORRISON. } Conf. Com.
State Quarterly Meeting.
By M. C. Israel
The California State quarterly meeting of the Tract and Missionary Society will be held at Oakland, April 22, 23. This will be a very important meeting and a general attendance is expected. Matters pertaining to the cause in this State will be considered, such as the distribution of labor, and how we may best improve our present opportunities by missionary efforts. All the directors, and as many others as can attend, are invited to be present and to remain to attend the annual meeting of the Publishing Association to be held April 24.
M. C. ISRAEL,
Vice-President T. & M. Society.
Southern Camp-Meeting.
By Editor
IT is requested that Brethren J. E. Yoakum and W. G. Buckner, of Lemoore, and W. R. Smith, of Temperance Colony, act as the committee for the southern camp-meeting.
Those wishing tents should apply at once to J. E. Yoakum or W. R. Smith, so that arrangements may be made in season. The usual accommodations will be furnished for persons and teams.
We hope to be able next week to announce the exact location of the ground for the meeting.
CONFERENCE COMMITTEE.
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By Editor
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By Editor
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