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Review and Herald, Vol. 77, No. 31.

GOD'S ESTIMATE OF SERVICE
Earlier text: Modern Babylon

FRANKFORT (KY.) CAMP-MEETING.

This meeting was held in a small, but very beautiful maple grove in Frankfort, the capital city of Kentucky, June 28 to July 8. The grounds were situated in the central part of the city, and were easy to be reached by those coming from a distance, as well as by residents of the city. The number of brethren encamped was small, and yet a fair representation of those living in that part of the territory for which the meeting was appointed. The attendance of the city people was good. The truths presented were well received, and quite an interest was shown to know more of the messages for this time. The preaching was of a practical nature, and was well received by the brethren. An earnest seeking after the life and power of the Word and Spirit was manifested. We are sure that victories were gained.
The different branches of our denominational work were considered, also the matter of the organization of the Cumberland Mission into a Conference. The probability is that a Conference will be organized at the time of the camp-meeting to be held at Harriman, Tenn., September 14–23. Elders G. A. Irwin, S. H. Lane, and J. E. White favored us with their presence and help for two days, which was much appreciated. During this time a meeting of the Southern Committee was held, and plans were laid for more aggressive work in this great field. The friends of the cause of present truth are responding to the calls for money to advance the work of the message in this field, and we wish to assure them that we will put forth our best efforts to carry out the instruction that the Lord has given us. Modest and inexpensive buildings for school and church work are being planned for and built; the work in new places will be begun as fast as means, and suitable persons to conduct the work, can be secured. Thoroughly consecrated families with some money can find fruitful fields for work in the Master's cause in General Conference District 2.
Small schools can be established in many places. The people are anxious to have these established among them. The Lord is blessing the work that is being done. We are expecting that he will manifest his love and care for his work and his servants in a marked manner as we draw near to him and endeavor to follow his instruction with regard to the work to be done here. This season we are to hold many more camp-meetings than ever before in this District. Brethren, remember the work and the workers here in your prayers.
N. W. ALLEE.

ALABAMA

The work is onward in Alabama. I can not take the space here to mention the several interests; but I hope that the brethren interested in the Southern field will subscribe for the Southern Review, published at Atlanta, Ga., which comes laden with reports of the progress and needs of the Southern field. The price is thirty-five cents a year.
Since my last report, seven persons have been baptized and united with the church. Tent-meetings are in progress at Fort Payne, with meetings in two schoolhouses at Juniata, half a mile apart, both of which are well attended.
W. WOODFORD.

AUGUST STUDY OF THE FIELD: PART II

“Religions of China.”

August 5–11.
(Text-book, Missionary Magazine.)
1. Give date of the first instance of religious worship recorded by Chinese historians. What was the nature of that worship?
2. How has the religious belief of the Chinese degenerated since that time?
3. Mention the three national religions. Briefly describe these religions.
4. How is the fact that the Chinaman may be an adherent of all three religions illustrated?
5. In what way is he likely to regard the God of the Christian, unless the effort of the gospel laborer is attended by the power of the Spirit?
6. What can you say of Confucius and the religion he originated? Give date of his work.
7. How was God regarded in the old books of China?
8. What are the rites prescribed by Confucianism?
9. Describe the Temple of Heaven. Tell something of the services conducted in it, and also of the sacredness with which it is held.
10. With what degree of reverence is the printed page regarded in China? Of what advantage may this be to the bearer of the Third Angel’s Message?

NOTICES

Brief business notices and “wants” will be published in this department, subject to the discretion of the publishers. A charge of one dollar for one insertion of four lines or less, and of twenty-five cents for every line over four, will be made, though in the case of the poor who want employment, the charge may be remitted. Parties unknown to the managers of the publishing house must furnish good references.
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WANTED.—A home for a Mexican girl, aged twelve years. She is in the best of health. Address Mrs. W. S. Sadler, 1926 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill.
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Preparing for the Annual Camp-Meeting

The time for our annual conference and State camp-meeting is near at hand, and no doubt many are laying their plans to attend the meeting. We believe the camp-meetings in the past have proved a great blessing to our people; and as we see the signs fulfilling around us, showing that the end is near, we believe these occasions should become more and more important. Anciently the people of God made great account of the annual gatherings; and when they were neglected a few years, the people wandered away from God, which resulted in idol worship, and always led to a condition of things that brought the displeasure of God. I am sure our people will respond to this call, and will seek God with all their hearts, from now until camp-meeting, for his rich blessing.
I wish to speak of the location, as last year there was a cry raised that there was much sickness on account of the water. We have tested the water, and find it far better than most of the water in the country. The new well we dug last year is free from vegetable matter, and the others have but very little; so the people need not stay away on that account.
The weather last year was very dry and hot, and there was sickness all over the State. This season we shall take pains to have the grounds well sprinkled, as we intend to have a sprinkler of our own, run by our team from Cedar Lake. We shall do all we can to have the camp in the best condition possible, and we hope that none will stay away for fear of sickness, for that is liable to come anywhere.
Our meeting comes a little later, which we think will be an advantage in many ways. If all will be careful, and not indulge too freely in new fruits of many varieties, I am sure all will pass off nicely, and we will have much of the blessing of God in our assembling together.
We expect to have the help of Elder and Mrs. S. N. Haskell which will be appreciated by all, as many are acquainted with him and his labor in the past. Many other able ministers will be in attendance; as the General Conference has always been very kind in providing us able help. We expect the president of the General Conference, and also the District superintendent, to be present. Come and receive the blessing the Lord has for us.
Reduced rates have been secured on all railroads in Michigan, at one fare for the round trip, giving until September 13 to return. Tickets can be procured on the following dates, August 22, 29, 30, and September 5 and 6. Order your tents early of R. E. Taylor, 271 Champion St., Battle Creek, Mich. Further instructions later. J. D. GOWELL.

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CAMP-MEETING.

The local camp-meeting for southern Illinois will be held at Salem, September 13-23. Suitable grounds have been secured for this meeting, and no pains will be spared to make such preparations as are necessary for the success of the meeting. Elder A. T. Jones, editor of the REVIEW AND HERALD, will attend the meeting. We are also making arrangements for other efficient help.
We hope that our brethren and sisters in southern Illinois will make a special effort to attend this annual feast. We ought to know as soon as possible how many will wish tents, so that we may know how many tents to ship from our annual meeting to the Salem camp-meeting. Let our brethren be perfectly free in ordering. N. W. KAUFLE.

Virginia Camp-Meeting

This camp-meeting will be held in Forest Hill Park, near Richmond, Aug. 9-20, 1900. The authorities have granted us the free use of the park, with electric lights for pavilion, etc. Six running springs of water are within a hundred yards of the encampment. Thousands of persons from the city visit the park almost daily, and we believe we shall have a large attendance at the meeting. The park is about twenty minutes' ride from the union depot. The Richmond Passenger and Power Company's cars run from all parts of the city, with one fare, to the park. Those coming to the union depot will take the cars at the door. Those coming on the C. & O. R. R. will walk two squares south to Franklin street, take car, and transfer at Seventh Street. Those coming over the Southern will walk two squares north, to Main Street, take car, and transfer at Seventh Street. Those coming on the boat will take cars at the Wharf. All should inquire for Forest Hill Park cars, as the Richmond Traction Company does not transfer to the park. We hope that all our people will make special efforts to be present. The railroads have granted us a rate of one and one-third fare for the round trip. Inquire of your agent, a few days before coming, about the rates. There will be a dining hall and grocery on the grounds. We expect Elders Cottrell, Ballenger, Place, and Moon, and others, at the meeting. For further information, see Virginia Messenger, or write to the undersigned, at New Market, Va.
R. D. Hottel.

CAMP-MEETINGS FOR 1900.

DISTRICT ONE.

Place Date
Virginia, Richmond, Aug. 9-20
Vermont, St. Johnsbury, Aug. 16-27
Maine, Ellsworth, Aug. 23 to Sept. 3
New York, Lyons, Aug. 30 to Sept. 10
West Virginia, Fairmont, Sept. 13-24

DISTRICT TWO.

Place Date
Alabama, Fruithurst, Aug. 2-12
Georgia, Norcross, Aug. 10-19
Carolinas, Asheville, N. C., Aug. 23 to Sept. 2
Tennessee River, Sept. 6-16
Cumberland Mission, Harriman, Tenn., Sept. 14-23
Florida, Terra Ceia, Sept. 28 to Oct. 8
Florida, Punta Gorda, Oct. 12-22
Florida, Ocala, Oct. 26 to Nov. 5

DISTRICT THREE.

Place Date
*Michigan, Ionia, Aug. 30 to Sept. 10
Ohio, Dayton, Aug. 15-27
Wisconsin (local), Green Bay, Aug. 20-27
Illinois, Kankakee, Aug. 23 to Sept. 3
Indiana, La Fayette, Aug. 16-26
Indiana, Muncie, Sept. 13-23

DISTRICT FOUR.

Place Date
Nebraska (local), Oxford, Aug. 28 to Sept. 2
*Nebraska (State), Seward, Sept. 18-23

DISTRICT FIVE.

Place Date
Texas (State), Dallas, Aug. 2-12
Kansas (local), Clay Center, Aug. 9-19
Kansas (State), Emporia, Sept. 20-30
Arkansas, Booneville, Aug. 9-20
Missouri, Kansas City, Aug. 16-27
Oklahoma (State), Oklahoma City, O. T., Aug. 30 to Sept. 10
Colorado (State), Denver, Sept. 6-17

DISTRICT SIX.

Place Date
California, Long Beach, Aug. 23 to Sept. 2
Montana (local), Red Lodge, Aug. 16-26
Montana (local), Bitter Root, Woodside, Aug. 30 to Sept. 9
North Pacific, Coos Co., Ore., Aug. 2-12
North Pacific, Medford, Ore., Aug. 23 to Sept. 2
Upper Columbia (local), North Yakima, Wash., Aug. 9-19
Utah, Salt Lake City, Aug. 15-22
Announcement of later meetings will be published in due time. Particulars as to the time and place of holding State and local camp-meetings should be sent to the undersigned as soon as definitely planned. L. A. HOOPES, Sec. Gen. Conf.

Virginia Tract Society Annual Session

The annual session of the Virginia Tract Society will be held in Richmond, in connection with the camp-meeting, Aug. 9-20, 1900. R. D. Hottel, Pres.

Wanted

WANTED, the name and address of every Seventh-day Adventist in your church who does not take the REVIEW. Address the editors.

Virginia Conference Annual Session

The eighteenth annual session of the Virginia Conference of the Seventh-day Adventists will be held in connection with the camp-meeting at Richmond, Aug. 9-20, 1900. The first meeting will be called Friday, August 10, at 9 A. M. R. D. Hottel, Pres.

WANTED

the name and address of every nonresident Battle Creek, church member who has not reported for six months. The undersigned has a letter pigeonholed awaiting the address. Address Geo. W. Spies, S. D. A. Church Clerk, Battle Creek, Mich.

MICHIGAN, NOTICE!

ALL persons desiring tents for the Michigan camp-meeting are requested to order in time, so that their tents will be ready when they come to the meeting. Tents pitched will be $2.50, 12 x 16 ft.; and $3, 14 x 22 ft. Order of R. E. Taylor, 271 Champion St., Battle Creek, Mich. J. D. GOWELL.

IMPORTANT!

ALL persons reading this notice, and knowing themselves to be nonresident members of the Crystal Springs Seventh-day Adventist church at the sanitarium, St. Helena, Cal., are earnestly requested to write to the undersigned immediately, stating faith and hope; also giving the name and address of the elder or clerk of the church where they are, or nearest to them, to which they desire their membership transferred. H. A. ST. JOHN.
St. Helena, Napa Co., Cal., Care Sanitarium.

SPECIAL NOTICES

There will be a grove meeting at Oden, near Petoskey, Mich., August 17-19. All our brethren in the surrounding country are cordially invited to attend. We expect an excellent meeting, and preparations are making for a large meeting. Elders Ostrander and Stureman, and others, will be in attendance. J. D. Gowell.

UNION COLLEGE.

TIME OF OPENING.

The tenth year of Union College will open September 19, and all who are planning to attend during the fall term should be present at the opening. The program will be arranged, students classified, and regular class work will begin at once; hence it is much to the advantage of all to start at the beginning.

THE OUTLOOK.

While the last year was regarded one of the best in the history of the college, already the outlook for next year indicates even a better year. But this is as it should be; the school is older, is better equipped, and its sphere of work is enlarged. Its stand for thorough, practical education has attracted students from many States, and has given to it an enviable reputation. The faculty have no other aim than to keep up this high standard, offering to our young people the opportunity of securing a practical college education under Christian instructors, with associations of those of like faith.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND.

The college gladly welcomes all earnest young men and women who have a desire to learn, and are determined to succeed; who have learned to place a just valuation upon time, and are willing to improve it to the best of their ability. Those who have a high purpose in life will find Union College an ideal place to spend a few months or years in their preparation for life's work.

WHO SHOULD NOT COME.

Those who are not in harmony with the principles upon which the school is founded; who have no desire to study, and who do not wish to learn; who are addicted to evil habits, which they are not willing to break, should not come.
There are many reasons why this class should not be admitted. They will receive little or no benefit from the school. Their influence would be exerted for evil instead of good, and would tend to demoralize even those who had a desire to do right. Parents should not send to the college, boys whom they themselves are unable to control.

ADVANTAGES.

Union College offers many advantages. Buildings are large, comfortable, and well equipped. It is situated near the geographical center of our country. There is an abundance of sunshine, with a dry, pure atmosphere, giving a healthful, invigorating climate. The Nebraska Sanitarium is on the same grounds. Courses of study are arranged with reference to the needs of the students, and with a view to giving thorough preparation for the different lines of Christian work.

SPECIAL ATTENTION

Will be given to the training of young men for the ministry, and young women for church-school work. The preparatory medical course is planned for those who desire to study medicine. The commercial course is for those who desire a business education. A specialty is also made of instrumental music.

THE COLLEGE YEAR BOOK

Contains full information concerning all these and many other features of the college. Upon request a copy will be sent free to any address.
Send all inquiries to W. T. Bland, College View, Neb.
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