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Donation to the California Mission

By L. Martin

BRO. L. MARTIN writes from Bennington, N. H.: No doubt, the perils of the last days are upon us. May all God's dear people understand their duty to him, and to each other. I have thought much of the California mission, and I have felt to ask God to bless that mission abundantly. This, I suppose, was well enough so far, but faith and works should go together. I therefore enclose a dollar for the California mission. May we all prove faithful, and finally meet in the everlasting kingdom of God.

Obituary Notices.

Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth.

DIED, of dysentery, Aug. 26, 1868, at Richmond, Washington Co., Iowa, Emma Augusta, daughter of Jesse and Miranda Tomlinson, aged 11 months and 13 days. A discourse was delivered, for the encouragement of the surviving friends, by Bro. J. T. Mitchell. We sorrow not without hope. JESSE AND MIRANDA TOMLINSON.

DIED, in Brunswick, Me., March 16, 1868, Harry Mansfield, only son of Geo. E., and Harriet S. Chase, aged 1 year 4 months and 20 days. Discourse by Eld. Smith. “Yet again we hope to meet thee, When the day of life is fled, Then, in Heaven, with joy to greet thee, Where no farewell tear is shed. S. WALKER.

DIED, at Vassar, Mich., Sept. 5, 1868, of typhoid fever, Sarah, second daughter of A. L. and E. A. Malin, aged 29 years. The deceased embraced the truth under the preaching of Elders Van Horn and Canright, three years ago, and being naturally endowed with a meek and quiet spirit, she was beloved by all who knew her, especially in the church to which she belonged, always conducting herself like one who expects to give an account. And while we mourn her loss, in common with her parents, brother and sisters, we shall live in the confident hope of meeting her in the first resurrection. A discourse was delivered by Bro. Stoddard, of Tittabawassee, from John xiv, 3. JOHN WALTON.

DIED, Aug. 7, 1868, at Denmark, Tuscola Co., Mich., Samuel, youngest son of Matthew and Ann Wilkinson, aged two years and ten months. Praise God for the promise that the children “shall come again from the land of the enemy.” JOHN WALTON.

A Lonely Sabbath Keeper’s Testimony

SR. MAHALA JACKSON writes from Livingston Co., Mich.: Nothing has ever given me so much light on the Bible, and so much comfort, as the REVIEW. I feel very thankful for it, and hope my eyesight will so improve that I can read it again soon. I feel very lonely, as there is no one around here who keeps the Sabbath, and I have no meetings to go to.

The Lord’s Loving Kindness and Blessings

By L. M. Locke

SR. L. M. LOCKE writes from Salem, Ind: I have of late meditated much on the loving kindness of our Heavenly Father toward his remnant people in granting them the light of present truth. And as they endeavor to walk in the truth, the light increases and shines brighter and brighter. The light on the health reform is a precious blessing to those that walk in it; the dress reform is a blessing to those that receive it; and the plan of Systematic Benevolence proves a blessing to such as walk by the rule given. They find that there is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and those that do not walk by the rule given, find that there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty. And in addition to all these blessings, our Heavenly Father is granting unto us the gift of the Spirit. Precious blessings indeed! Truly, we can say with the Psalmist, The Lord is crowning us with loving kindness and tender mercies. Oh! may these blessings prove a savor of life unto life to each of us.

MRS. WM. W. CHASE

By Mrs. Wm. W. Chase

From Sr. Chase.

BRO. SMITH: I ever want to stand in my lot and place. And I have been encouraged and cheered so often by the testimonies in the REVIEW, that I have thought I would like to say a few words in return. It has been about five years since I started to try to keep all the commandments of God; and I can truly say that I delight to do the will of God. Yet I find another law within me that wars against the law of God. I find that often when I would do good evil is present with me. I often feel to say, Who shall deliver me from the body of this death? But thanks be to God who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

How wonderful is the goodness of God! For when we were sinners, and condemned by the law, and the penalty was death, God so loved us that he gave his only Son to die for us, the just for the unjust. He came and took upon himself the nature of man, that he might bear all the temptations, sufferings, and trials, that man could suffer; and yet he sinned not. He did not transgress God's holy law, therefore he fulfilled the law. It had no condemnation for him, therefore he was a fit sacrifice for man. The claims of the law were fulfilled in him, and man's redemption purchased. There is, therefore, now no condemnation to those which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit. Wherefore by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin, and so death passed upon all men, for all have sinned. Therefore, as by the offense of one judgment came upon all men to condemnation, even so by the righteousness of one the free gift came upon all men unto justification of life.

I love to think and meditate upon the precious truths of the Bible, and especially upon the plan of redemption and salvation for man. Oh! that man would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men. Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; for he is faithful that promised, and so speak, and so do, as they that shall be judged by the law of liberty.

Your sister in the hope of redemption through Christ at his coming.

MRS. WM. W. CHASE

Waukesha Co., Wis.

Caution.

By James White; Ellen G. White

Some of our friends speak incautiously in the REVIEW, of our labors. They may wish to help us, and yet their incautious words hurt us. A recent writer, speaking of the Wright camp-meeting, after saying much of the labors of Bro. and Sr. White—perhaps, quite as much as could be said of two mortals without giving to them glory which belongs only to the Author of divine truth—spoke of Bro. Andrews as having labored with Bro. and Sr. White till he had caught the same spirit.

Bro. Andrews is a man of God. He is a close Bible student. He walks with God, and shares largely of the Holy Spirit direct from the throne.

Bro. and Sr. White, especially when groaning under responsibilities and trials, often find relief in counseling with Bro. Andrews, and listening to words of wisdom from his lips.

Again, a still more recent writer in the REVIEW speaks of Bro. and Sr. White’s bearing a testimony to the brethren to sell, and give alms. This is a sensitive question. It is a subject which should be treated with caution.

We have too much caution and care for the flock to introduce such a question without carefully giving our reasons, lest the bare statement should raise prejudice. We have designed to give the readers of the REVIEW the reasons for our suggestions that the waiting time is the period in which our earthly treasures should decrease instead of increase. Our kind friends do not help us or the cause, by getting in advance of us with such statements. We would suggest that the editor of the REVIEW would be acting in harmony with the duties of his position, if he were to strike such incautious expressions from all articles. Those who deal with holy things should be wise.

JAMES WHITE, ELLEN G. WHITE.

To the Brethren in Ohio.

By Gen. Conf. Com.

In consequence of the urgent wants of the cause in this section it became necessary to postpone the Conference in your State. This was done by writing to every post office where our brethren receive their Reviews.

Here is a large number of persons who have become deeply interested in the truth through the labors of Brn. Cornell and Butler. Duty plainly demands further labor at this time with this people, and hence the postponement. We regret the necessity, but trust that none will be dissatisfied with this action. GEN. CONF. COM.

All Sold!

By G. W. A.

Less than eight weeks since, we printed a ten-thousand edition of the two 16-page tracts, "The Law and Gospel," and "God's Memorial." To-day we have but 400 copies of each, and orders for many times that amount, which cannot at present be filled. This is mentioned to show how our publications are being sold. Also the two tracts, "Wicked Dead," and "Sin of Witchcraft," are all out. The Office is now ready to re-print any and all of the above as soon as the authors send us the copy. G. W. A.

Critics and Criticism.

By JOS. CLARKE.

The standards of criticism in this our world are as varied as possible. The Chinaman has his; the Japanese has his; the Russian and the Turk, the Pagan and the Catholic, the sectarian and the infidel, the German, and the Frenchman, and the Englishman, all have a standard of their own, each differing from the other.

The American lectures in 1868, upon subjects which interest the present time; old subjects and issues are forgotten, and new ideas are called for, often at the expense of truth and common sense; and a good, old-fashioned lecture, upon history and facts, would be criticised out of society, out of date, out of being. Standards change and revolve with the changes of public opinion.

What unerring standard will we choose, that which will bear the test of ages, and the criticism of eternal, changeless, unerring wisdom? Ah! that is the standard which stoops to no public opinion, has no longing for popular applause; which points to the throne of God, and exults in victory most when it wears a crown of thorns; and appears most lovely when the nails pierce its hands and feet. JOS. CLARKE.

MICHIGAN CENTRAL RAILROAD.

On and after July 1, 1868, Passenger Trains will run on this road as follows:

GOING WEST.

LEAVE.	MAIL.	DAY EXP.	EVE. EXP.	NIGHT EX.
Detroit,......	6:45 A.M.	9:30 A.M.	5:25 P.M.	9:10 P.M.
Battle Creek,	12:45 P.M.	2:15 P.M.	11:30 P.M.	2:00 A.M.
Chicago, Arrive,	7:40 P.M.	8:00 P.M.	6:30 A.M.	8:50 A.M.

GOING EAST.


Chicago,......	5:00 A.M.	8:00 A.M.	5:15 P.M.	9:30 P.M.
Battle Creek,	12:03 P.M.	1:48 P.M.	11:30 P.M.	3:37 A.M.
Detroit, Arrive,	5:55 P.M.	6:30 P.M.	3:40 A.M.	8:25 A.M.

These trains all run by Chicago time, which is fifteen minutes slower than Detroit time.

Terrible Resurrection

Gen. Kilpatrick reports a singular and horrible circumstance which took place at Arica, on the south side of that city, during the earthquake. As the earth opened and yawned, there came up five hundred mummies, who stood in long lines facing the sea, every one of the skeletons in perfect preservation, the hands doubled up, and supporting the chin, the knees drawn up, and the feet supporting the fleshless body. This must have been one of the most frightful sights possible, and quite beyond description. The spot where these mummies now stand was once an old cemetery, some ninety years ago, it is said, and these skeletons are doubtless the fabled Incas and Indians who either buried themselves alive or were interred in this manner. They correspond exactly to the old mummies of the Incas.

BUSINESS AND PERSONAL.

A limited space will be given under this lead for Business Notices from the brethren, at 20 cents per line for each insertion. Parties must give good reference as to their standing and responsibility.

WANTED, a man to work by the month or year that is a Sabbath-keeper. Good wages will be paid. Please address, H. C. S. Carus, Walled Lake, Oakland Co., Mich.

Satan’s Blasphemous Lies

Satan is still at his original work of contradicting the declarations of God; and in this degenerate age he finds plenty of men and women to act as his advertising agents. In a description of a Spiritualist gathering, which we not long since read, occurs this declaration: “The balconies were tastefully decorated with mottoes, among which were, ‘The fear of the Lord is the beginning of folly.’” Also a specimen from “Christian Psalms Improved,” was given, as follows:

“Broad is the way that leads to life, And thousands walk together there; But Error shows a narrow path, With here and there a traveler.”

We can account for the fact that men will utter declarations so bold and blasphemous as the first, and change a hymn to so utterly contradict common sense and our every-day observation, only on the ground that we have reached that perilous period in the last days, when men should be given over to strong delusion, and be left to believe a lie, and all the lies, and the boldest lies that Satan can invent. Has not the blasphemy of apostates and skeptics about reached its hight? “Walk while ye have the light lest darkness come upon you.”

Deaths and Prayers Requested

Just after we had put our last paper into the mail, we received the following note from Bro. Rice, of Morrison, Ill., dated Oct. 2, 1868:

“Our dear Bro. Brister is dead. He died this evening at the going down of the sun. Also Bro. Wick’s daughter is in a critical condition. The parents ask the prayers of all God’s children.”

The Fall of the Angels

By S. M. Ives

S. M. Ives; We understand that Jude 6, and 2 Pet. ii, 4, plainly speak of the fall of the angels, whereby they became evil or fallen angels; and of these angels the Devil is chief, or prince: “The Devil and his angels.” The circumstance of their fall is mentioned as proof of the certainty of God’s judgments against evil-doers. If he spared not the angels that sinned, those exalted beings, assuredly he will not spare human beings who work evil in his sight.

Appointments.

And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

The next Quarterly Meeting of the church at Avon, Rock Co., Wis., will be held October 17 and 18, 1868. We would invite brethren from Monroe, Albany, and Rockton. Come brethren, praying that the Lord may meet with us. E. O. Nelson.

The next Quarterly Meeting of the Seventh-day Adventist church at Hundred Mile Grove, Wis., will be held October 24 and 25. We hope the church will come prepared to pay their S. D. A. dues. N. M. Jordon.

The next Quarterly Meeting of the S. D. A. church at Sand Prairie, Wis., will be held at their meeting-house on the last Sabbath in October and first day of November. We invite all of our brethren and sisters to come up and join us in the worship of the Lord, that we may be strengthened to stand in the counsel of the Lord, and get ready for the soon appearing of the Son of Man. Cannot some preaching brother be with us. In behalf of the church. Thomas Demmon, Church Clerk.

The Deerfield church will hold their Monthly Meeting at Steele Center, Minn., the first Sabbath in November. We hope to meet all the scattered brethren and sisters at this meeting. Harrison Grant.

The next Quarterly Meeting for the churches of Clyde and Elkhorn Grove will, the Lord willing, be held at Elkhorn Grove, Sabbath and first-day, Oct. 24 and 25, 1868. R. F. Andrews.

It will not be possible for me to attend the meeting at Waterloo, Wis. R. F. A.

Business Department.

Not Slothful in Business. Rom. xii, 11.

Business Notes.

J. L. LOCKE: You will find the credit you speak of, in No. 9 of present volume of Review, with $5.00 more handed in by Bro. White.

B. A. BRONSON sends $1.00 for Review for six months, but neglects to give address.

P. ROBINSON: Where is Amos Johnson's Review sent?

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