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Texas Conference

By Clarence Santee

THE thirtieth annual session of the Texas Conference will be held in connection with the camp-meeting, at Fort Worth, Tex., Aug. 1-11, 1907. All business pertaining to the Texas Conference and its departments will be transacted at that time. The first meeting of the conference will be called Friday, August 2, at 9 A. M. If the delegates can all be present at the first meeting, the business will soon be closed up, and the laborers will be able to give their undivided attention to the interests of the camp-meeting. More will be said later concerning rates, etc.

CLARENCE SANTEE, President.

Notice!

By Mrs. M. E. Abbott

The Santa Cruz (Cal.) church wishes to hear from the following-named persons: Mrs. Annabell Hagerman, Mrs. Lena White, Mrs. A. Shank, Mrs. E. Morgan, Mrs. Hoff, Miss Edith Morgan, Mrs. Kate Beal, and Mr. Lock.

Mrs. M. E. Abbott, Church Clerk.

Literature for Jamestown Exposition

By R. D. Hottel

ANY of our publications,—periodicals, tracts, or books,—in any language, that any conference, publishing house, or individual can send us, prepaid, will be gladly accepted for free distribution during the time of the Jamestown Exposition. Send any time before Nov. 15, 1907, prepaid, to G. A. Stevens, 24 Willow St., Hampton, Va. By request of the Virginia Conference.

R. D. HOTTEL, President.

Notice!

By John G. Walker

MANY have doubtless received a circular bearing the official heading of the North Dakota Conference, and printed in the interest of the Big Bore Mining and Tunnel Co., Colorado. I wish to state that the officers of the conference are in no way responsible for its issue. We have no connection with the company, care nothing about advancing its interests, and object to the use of our conference stationery for such a purpose.

JOHN G. WALKER, President of Conference.

Chesapeake Camp-Meeting

By John F. Jones

The churches in the Chesapeake Conference have for several years been inquiring if we were ever going to have another camp-meeting. The question can be satisfactorily answered. The grounds have been secured. The arrangements are fast being completed. Orders for tents are coming in. The prospects for a real spiritual feast were never brighter.

Now, the important question is, Are you going to attend? You can not afford to let this opportunity pass by. This is not the time to let money considerations keep you away. This may be your last camp-meeting.

The location of the camp-ground is delightful. There is an abundance of good water. Meals will be furnished at a reasonable price, and there will be a grocery tent, well stocked with supplies; in fact, every preparation is being made to make this the best camp-meeting the members of the conference have ever attended. A five-cent car fare will place you at almost any point in Baltimore.

Come, brethren and sisters; come, filled with the Spirit, and enjoy the feast of good things the Lord has in store for you.

JOHN F. JONES.

Business Notices

BRIEF business notices will be published in this department subject to the discretion of the publishers.

Display advertising will not be accepted, nor do the publishers solicit advertising of any kind for this paper.

A charge of one dollar will be made for each insertion of forty words or less. Each additional word, initial, or group of figures, in excess of forty, will cost three cents.

No discount for several insertions.

We open, no accounts for advertising, and cash must accompany each order.

All persons unknown to the managers of this paper must send with their advertisement satisfactory written recommendation. It is not enough to refer to some individual by name. Secure his recommendation in writing and send it.

WANTED.—Students for nurses’ course, both gentlemen and ladies; also two graduate nurses. Large building nearly finished, with salt- and fresh-water swimming baths; ten acres; beautiful scenery, delightful climate. Address Garden City Sanitarium, San Jose, Cal.

RADIODESCENT THERAPEUTIC LAMPS.—Sunlight and heat. Nature’s new way of curing disease without drugs. I want to help every Seventh-day Adventist to have one. We can sell you the best vibrator at lowest price. Address The Radiodescent Lamp Company, Kalamazoo, Mich.

WANTED.—A widowed sister with two daughters, aged about four and nine, desires place with Sabbath-keepers where she can support herself and children. Has been four years matron of Old People’s Home. Address Mrs. M. F. Hazlett, care of Mrs. J. Woodson, 1511 Division Ave., Shreveport, La.

WANTED.—A graduate gentleman nurse of experience, to take charge of the gentlemen’s treatment parlors. Also we need a competent bookkeeper and stenographer, and a first-class hygienic cook. State qualifications, and salary wanted, and send recommendations. Address Dr. C. P. Farnsworth, Sanitarium, Chamberlain, S. D.

FOR SALE.—Eighty-two acres in foot-hills, 20 miles from San Diego—11 acres orchard, including citrus-trees, olives, prunes, peaches, pears, apples, quinces, figs, almonds, walnuts, grapes, etc. Two wells, reservoirs, windmills, cistern. Water piped to house, barn, and orchard. Fine place for those having throat and lung trouble. Price, $5,000. Address Box 18, Jamul, Cal.

SPECIAL ORPINGTON SALE.—To make room for growing chicks, we will close out our surplus stock of Buff Orpingtons at half price—$1 each for hens, pullets, cockerels. One 2-year cock, $2.50. Eggs after June 1, $1 per 15. We like the Orpingtons better than ever. Our customers are delighted. Get a start now. Address Union College Poultry Yards, College View, Neb.

Obituaries

LANE.—Died in St. Charles, Mich., May 2, 1907, Electa Lane, née Brewer, aged 79 years and 2 days. In 1855 she became an Adventist. She was prompt in all her duties, and lived a quiet, peaceful Christian life. Six children and many friends mourn their loss. We laid her to rest in peace till the “indignation be overpast.” Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Isa. 26:20. O. SOULE.

PAULSON.—Died at Hinsdale, Ill., April 23, 1907, Newton Wayne Paulson, only child of Mr. and Mrs. N. W. Paulson. He was born June 13, 1906, and his little life of 10 months and 10 days was long enough to make its sweet influence felt by all who knew him. Our hope is that when Jesus comes, the little one may be among those who shall be raised to meet him. Words of comfort and hope were spoken by the writer. HORACE E. HOYT.

JONES.—Died at Mountain View, Cal., Sept. 2, 1906, of pneumonia, little Floyd Emerson, youngest child of C. F. and Ethel Jones, grandchild of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Jones, aged 3 months and 19 days. It was with the sadness of hope that the little one was taken to Oakland and laid to rest in the family plot, but the sadness was brightened by the promise of God that the children of his people “shall come again from the land of the enemy.” M. C. W.

BLISS.—Died at his home near Cedar Rapids, Iowa, April 25, 1907, Abner Bliss, aged 78 years, 11 months, and 2 days. He came to Peoria County, Illinois, in 1850, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist church at Princeville. About one year ago he removed to Iowa. We are confident of his preparation and experience. Funeral was held at his home in Iowa, then the remains were brought to Princeville, Ill., for interment, where the writer spoke to the friends and relatives from Rev. 14:13. JOSEPH A. APPLEGATE.

MOORE.—Died near Decatur, Ark., April 21, 1907, of paralysis and complication of diseases incident to old age, Nathan Moore. He was born Sept. 1, 1841, at Fairfield, Iowa. He was always an earnest Bible student, and was for forty years a professed Christian. About 1880 he began to keep the seventh day with his family, and at the time of his death was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church at Decatur. He rested by faith in the atonement of a crucified and risen Saviour, and his last hours were peaceful and calm. A wife, two daughters, and two sons mourn their loss. The funeral service was conducted by Elder V. B. Watts.

TAYLOR.—Died at Hanford, Cal., April 7, 1907, the 16-months-old son of Brother and Sister G. D. Taylor. The little one put a celluloid comb into the front draft of the range, and it ignited so quickly that before his seven-year-old sister, who was with him at the time, could interfere, his clothing was on fire. The sister took the child in her arms and ran for their mother, but before the flames could be extinguished, he was burned so severely that death ensued three hours later. The parents, though deeply mourning their loss, are comforted with the hope of soon meeting their darling at Jesus’ coming. The funeral was conducted by Elder J. W. Bagby.

WAY.—Died at East Peoria, Ill., April 11, 1907, of consumption, Effie Belle Way, aged 21 years, 9 months, and 3 days. Sister Way united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church Jan. 10, 1903, under the labors of Elders Stanley and Huffman. We are confident she sleeps in Jesus. Words of comfort were spoken by Elder P. G. Stanley, from Isa. 38:1-3. JOSEPH A. APPLEGATE.

HIPKINS.—Died at the hospital at Tacoma, Wash., April 22, 1907, of spinal meningitis, Nellie L. Hipkins, aged 24 years, 10 months, and 7 days. When a child, she was baptized at College Place, Wash., and stood firmly for the Sabbath while teaching in the public schools for the support of a widowed mother. Her life has been one of sweetness and self-sacrifice, and it can be truly said of her, “To know her was to love her.” She leaves a mother, three sisters, and one brother to mourn their loss, but we sorrow not without hope. MRS. B. C. COOK.

CHAFFEE.—Died at Fernando, Cal., May 1, 1907, of tuberculosis, Mrs. R. O. Chaffee, aged 61 years. Sister Chaffee was born in Texas, and her father’s family were among the first white settlers in Santa Barbara, Cal. Since hearing the third angel’s message she has been faithful in following its light. She died trusting in Jesus, her most anxious care being that her children, five sons and three daughters, may all prepare to meet her at the resurrection. The remains were sent to Ventura, her former home, where the funeral service was held in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wild, John 11:25, 26, being used by the writer as the basis of his remarks. RODERICK S. OWEN.

PENNEL.—Died at Elk Point, S. D., April 27, 1907, Lucy Ann Steckman Pennel, aged 72 years, 3 months, and 28 days. She was converted and accepted the message in 1876, through the labors of Elder E. W. Farnsworth, and was a charter member of the Seventh-day Adventist church which was organized at that time. She ever remained a faithful and consistent member. She leaves her husband, three sons, five daughters, and three brothers, with a large circle of friends, to mourn their loss. They look forward to the glad morning of the resurrection, when there will be no more parting of loved ones. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer; texts, Ps. 116:15; Rev. 14:13. E. G. HAYES.

WHITTIER.—Died in Reading, Mass., April 21, 1907, of pneumonia, my mother, Mrs. Mary W. Damon Whittier, aged 83 years, 2 months, and 14 days. For the past seven years mother had been a great sufferer, being confined to her bed, but her Christian faith and deep piety never shone brighter than during her years of pain. Born of earnest Christian parents, she early gave herself to the service of God. When nearly sixty years of age, she saw the light of present truth, and joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church. She leaves two sons and two daughters. The funeral service was conducted by the pastor of the M. E. church in Reading, my sisters, who cared for her, being members of that communion. SUMNER A. WHITTIER.

BUSTER.—Died in Chicago, Ill., May 1, 1907, of pneumonia, Brother James R. Buster, aged 49 years, 4 months, and 20 days. In 1880, through the labor of Brother Chas. Sturdevant, he accepted the faith of Seventh-day Adventists. For a number of years he labored earnestly, selling our publications and giving Bible readings, and for a time held ministerial license, but finally became discouraged. Last August at the tent-meetings held in Chicago by Elder Luther Warren and others, Brother Buster gave his heart anew to the Lord. A ministerial license was again granted him, and a colored mission was opened in this city, where he untiringly labored to save others, but in the height of the interest, he was taken sick and died. A loving wife, a son, daughter, three brothers, and a sister survive him, but they “sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.” Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Ps. 146:5 to a large and attentive audience. J. TABOR.

DRUILLARD.—Died at the Santa Clara County Hospital, Santa Clara, Cal., Nov. 30, 1906, Mrs. Sarah Roberts Druillard, aged 73 years. She accepted present truth about two years ago, and was a member of the Mountain View church. She leaves an aged husband, who is in the Soldiers’ Home near Los Angeles. The funeral service was conducted by Elder C. L. Taylor.

ROWE.—Fell asleep in Jesus, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. J. Ayers, of Battle Creek, Mich., May 3, 1907, Mrs. Juliette Shaul Rowe, aged 79 years, 9 months, and 2 days. In Charlotte, Mich., in 1882, she first heard the third angel’s message proclaimed by Elder A. O. Burrill, and joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church, of which she was a faithful member until her death. She is survived by four children—three sons and one daughter. She was a kind and loving mother, and was held in high esteem by her neighbors and friends. I. D. VAN HORN.

LEVY.—Died at her home in Hacket’s Cove, St. Margarets Bay, Nova Scotia, May 6, 1907, Mrs. Jessie Levy, beloved wife of Enos Levy, aged 40 years. Sister Levy had been a faithful, consistent member of the remnant church since 1890; and though for several years she was in failing health and a great sufferer, she bore her trials with Christian fortitude and great patience. We buried her in the Baptist burying-ground at Indian Harbor, a large congregation attending the services at her home and in the Adventist church. The funeral service was conducted by the writer. F. A. TRACY.

LOUGHBOROUGH.—Died in Mountain View, Cal., May 31, 1907, of heart trouble, Anna Mariah Loughborough, née Driscol, wife of Elder J. N. Loughborough, aged 67 years, 5 months, and 11 days. Sister Loughborough was converted and accepted the great threefold message in the summer of 1857 at Hillsdale, Mich., under the preaching of Elders Joseph Bates, J. H. Waggoner, and M. E. Cornell, at the age of eighteen. Previously to this she had been a successful schoolteacher. In our own work she filled important positions of responsibility. She was for several years secretary and treasurer of the Review and Herald Publishing Association. In 1875 she was elected secretary and treasurer of the Pacific Press Publishing Company, and that year became acquainted with and married Elder J. N. Loughborough, who was at that time president of the Publishing Company, the marriage ceremony being performed by Elder James White. From 1878 to 1884 she was with her husband in England as a missionary. Five years following that she was in California, three years of that time serving as matron of the St. Helena Health Retreat. She served for some time as matron in the Bible school and mission in Chicago, and for two years as secretary of the State Sabbath-school Association in Kansas. In 1898 she went to Europe with her husband, where she stayed for over a year, returning to California in 1899. For four years they lived in Oakland with Elder Loughborough’s daughter, Mrs. Ireland, at the end of that time purchasing in Mountain View. Here Elder Loughborough constructed a neat little cottage, which gave him rest from mental care and proved a source of blessing to him physically. His land was set out to fruit trees and planted with flowers, and was rapidly becoming an ideal little home, where their friends hoped Elder and Mrs. Loughborough would spend happy years; but Providence saw otherwise. The funeral service was conducted at Mountain View by the writer, assisted by Elder H. W. Cottrell; at St. Helena by Elder J. H. Behrens. Sister Loughborough was greatly respected by her acquaintances, and was loved by those who were intimately acquainted with her. She rests in hope in the Coming One, in whom she believed for nearly fifty years. Elder Loughborough and the daughter are the only near relatives living. They laid her away in hope in the cemetery at St. Helena. Elder Loughborough will make his home with his son and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Ireland. And so these dear friends want the coming of the Life-giver. M. C. W.

An Encouraging Result

By Editor

The Canvassers' Summary appears in this issue. Its importance lies in what the results reported mean to the progress of this work. It was a long time ago that the figure of speech, "falling like the leaves of autumn," was applied to the circulation of our message-filled publications. It has now almost ceased to be a rhetorical figure. It is nearer a statement of actual fact. The placing of our literature in the hands of the people is no insignificant factor in proclaiming this gospel of the kingdom in all the earth. Note the thousands of dollars' worth of our publications going out each month to the people of the world; and note also that the Canvassers' Summary does not include the circulation of our periodicals or tracts and pamphlets used in missionary work continuously. It is a cause of rejoicing to every lover of this message that so much is being accomplished along these lines.

But it is not nearly as much as we ought to do. It is only a fraction of what we would see if every Seventh-day Adventist were doing what he could to circulate this truth-filled literature that is to enlighten the honest souls hungering for the truth. The great results following the work of so small a number should stir the hearts of others to enlist in the work and share in the reward.

Dr. R. S. Ingersoll Returns From India

DR. R. S. INGERSOLL and family, after eight years spent in India, arrived in Washington last week, on a short furlough, in time to be in attendance at the medical convention.

Church Building at Sierra Leone

ELDER D. C. BABCOCK writes that they have their new church building under roof at Sierra Leone, West Africa, and that everything so far in its erection is paid for. There is still a good interest manifested to hear the truth.

Baptism of Fifteen in Japan

IN an excellent letter from F. W. Field, of Japan, dated May 19, he says he has had an interesting trip into the northern part of their territory, in company with Brother Okohira. On this visit he reports the baptism of fifteen.

Logan Church Raises $180

A MEMBER of the Logan (Kan.) church says: “Our church has now raised $180 on the $150,000 fund, and we will come down with more yet until it is raised.” Good! With that spirit in all the churches, we shall soon be able to see over the hill.

Dr. Dunscombe Reaches Japan

THE many friends of Dr. Dunscombe and wife will be pleased to learn that they have safely reached their field, Japan, having had a very pleasant voyage across the Pacific. These workers are cordially welcomed by those in charge of the work in that field, and find awaiting them much to do for the Master. They succeed the Drs. Lockwood at the Kobe Sanitarium.

Temperance Number of the Instructor

ALL who have the special Temperance number of the Instructor on hand will be interested to know that on June 30 the International Sunday-school Lesson will be on the subject of temperance. Sunday-school people everywhere about that time will be especially interested in the Temperance number of the Instructor. This opportune time should be improved by those who have copies on hand. The Review and Herald has only three thousand copies left of the last edition, which will be sent out on orders as long as the papers last. No other edition will be printed.

Midsummer Reading Distribution

ON ACCOUNT of the late return of the brethren from Europe, and the medical convention, with matters pressing in for attention, the Mission Board is a little late in getting off the reading prepared for the midsummer occasion appointed for June 29. These readings are being sent out the present week, and will be sent to isolated brethren and sisters, as far as the addresses are known. Elders will be careful to look out for these readings, as all should receive them next week. No envelopes will be sent out this year.

Non-Flesh Eating Number

THE July number of the Bulletin (organ of the Young Men's Literary Society of Takoma Park) is devoted entirely to the question of rational diet. It bears the designation “Non-Flesh Eating Number,” and its contents are worthy of the attention of all Seventh-day Adventists—in fact, of all, irrespective of denominational affiliation, who are interested in clean, healthful living. The July number is the most attractive issue of this little journal yet published. Price, per copy, 5 cents. Address C. E. Holmes, editor, Takoma Park, Washington, D. C.

Change of Address

By E. R. Palmer

ARRANGEMENTS have been made to move the General Conference Publishing Department from Mountain View, Cal., to Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. All correspondence to this department, to the Relief Bureau, or to E. R. Palmer should in future be sent to the new address. E. R. PALMER, Secretary.

A Strong Lift on the Big Fund

By Editor

SABBATH, June 29, is the day set apart for our midsummer offering. In harmony with the request of many of the presidents of local conferences, the midsummer offering this year is to be applied on the $150,000 fund.

It is the desire of all who are responsible for the work that this fund may be speedily closed up. A program will be sent out to the church elders. Every one should plan ahead, and have a liberal contribution ready at this time.

Let us all pray that God will put it into our hearts to do our best to make up a liberal offering.

A Call to Invest

Our people are being systematically canvassed through the mail by a mining concern of Colorado, known as the Big Bore Mining, Milling, and Tunnel Company. This company represents itself as being largely under Seventh-day Adventist control, and is using among its literature a reproduction of the letter-head of the North Dakota Conference. Many of our people would naturally draw the inference that this concern was enjoying the patronage and indorsement of the conference named, especially in view of the fact that the appeals for investment are coupled with a portrayal of the needs of the mission fields and the importance of spreading a knowledge of the message in the shortest possible time. The president of the North Dakota Conference informs us that his conference has nothing to do with the undertaking, and he protests against the use of the conference letter-head in promoting the interests of the said company. We therefore warn our people everywhere to give no heed to the invitations of the company to invest in its project the means entrusted to them. The cause of God is needy; but it has never yet to our knowledge been advanced through the process of burying talents in the ground. Many thousands of dollars have been lost to the cause of God because men have seen wonderful openings which were certain to bring in thousands of dollars to be used in the cause. The dollars went into the openings, the openings closed, and the dollars are still there, lost to the cause, and equally lost to the individual who put them there.

The Great Apostasy

By Editor

IN our department of general articles is a rather lengthy article entitled “The Great Apostasy,” which we hope none will pass by because of its length. Read, study, and preserve.