Itift, Nod (Carolina ra9rugrr "THERE SHALL BE DELAY NO LONGER" Vol. III � HICKORY, N. C., SEPTEMBER, 1906 No. 7 INV f` • • LABORERS WANTED Laborers wanted. The ripening grain Waits to welcome the reapers' cry. The Lord of harvest calls again; Who among us shall first reply, "Who is wanted, Lord, —is it I?" The Master calls, but the servants wait. Fields gleam white neath a cloud- less sky; Will none seize the sickle before, too late, Winds of winter come sweeping by! "Who is delaying, Lord, —is it I?" —Selected. A LAST WORD ABOUT THE CAMP- MEETING This annual meeting is right upon us. All indications are that it will be a very important and profitable meeting. If there are those who have not yet de- cided, —who are still halting between two opinions, —let me to such an one urge the necessity, now in these few days that are left of probation, of mak- ing right decisions. Perhaps much more than seems hangs on your decis- ion to go or not to go. We have secured an excellent loca- tion, with good shade and splendid water. All that the Conference offi- cers can do to make the occasion one of p. ofi t, will be done. No pains will be spared that will conduce to the com- fort or good of the campers. Dear brother, Come. PREPARATION I do not mean anything about camp- ing outfits now, but the more import- ant preparation of your own heart. Are you in trouble with your neighbor? Make it right. Are the brethren and you not on good terms? This is the time to leave there thy gift by the al- tar, and go and be reconciled to thy brother. I t is too late in the history of the world now for us to be cherish- ing variance or strife. When you have sought the Lord for yourself, then pray for the prosperity of the camp, and come with the deter- mination to work for the upbuilding of the cause in our own Conference. Let personalities be entirely eliminated. Let us see and do the will of God re- gardless of personal preference. If we will do this, God will graciously meet with us and bring relief to our perplexities. There are many reasons why we must have the help of God. Very grave responsibilities confront us. Heavenly wisdom is needed now to help us to meet all these aright. Let us pray for the outpouring of the Spirit of service. T. H. JEY5, Pres. N. C. Conference. WHAT SHALL THE HARVEST BE? This is a question in which all should be interested, because we are all seed sowers, and therefore each one will be a reaper of the harvest. God's Word says, "Whatsoever a man soweth that shall he also reap." From that divine law there is no escape. There is no scientific law whereby a man who sows oats can reap wheat therefrom. So likewise there is no law by which we can sow evil and reap righteousness. Before sowing the seed the soil must be prepared. In making our decisions in regard to questions that arise we are preparing the soil, and in acting upon them we sow the seed; by and by the reaping of the harvest will come. The time of our camp-meeting is at hand. Some will sow unbelief by de- bating the case in their minds, and de- ciding that they cannot attend. Satan will be on hand to sow tares by causing them to think that they cannot afford it. The Lord knew all about this, and looking down through the ages said: "Not forsaking the assembling of our- selves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching." This scripture plainly shows that some will do this, and the Lord wants these to attend the meet- ing. In the early days of the message many travelled as far as seventy-five miles to visit one another. They loved the association of those of like faith then. God wants to see that same love in the hearts of his people to-day. Thank God it is returning. Satan will keep all away from these grand meet- ings that he can. A blind man at Charlotte has become so much inter- ested that he desires to attend our an- nual conference. He is a good histor- ian and a Bible student. We need to bear him up in our prayers, that the seed sown may bear a bounteful harv- est. The days of our pilgrimage will soon be over. Ere long the last meeting will be held here on this earth, and our next meeting will be in the eternal city. It behooves us to make our calling and election sure. So shall we not have as large a representation at this coming camp-meeting as possible. W. H. ARMSTRONG. SPECIAL Dear Brethren and Sisters: I take this opportunity of making mention of a matter of special interest to the cause in North Carolina. We all want to attend the camp-meeting, and all are poor in this world's goods. In order to reduce the expense of attending, an effort has been made this year to secure reduced rates to the meeting. The effort is successful so far as the Conference of- ficials are concerned; but it must be remembered that it still depends upon the people to make it a complete suc- cess. At least fifty persons must attend who shall pay $.75 or more, be- fore the rates are granted. The offi- cers of the Conference are very anxious THE NORTH CAROLINA MESSENGER that the number shall be made up. If each one will say, "I will go and help swell the list," the number will be reached. We do not like to suggest the result if many do the opposite. This, however, is not the most im- portant. This will be the best and most important meeting ever held in North Carolina. You need the bless- ings to be realized by coming. Let us all rally to the cause, and we shall see the work go as never before. GEORGE CRAWFORD. PREPARATION FOR THE CAMP- MEETING While preparing for the meeting, each individual should closely and critically examine his own heart before God. If there have been unpleasant feelings, discord, or strife in families, it should be one of the first acts of pre- paration to confess these faults one to another and pray with and for one an- other. Humble yourselves, and make an earnest effort to empty the soul temple of all rubbish, all envyings, all jealousies, all suspicions, all fault-find- ings � Let the preparation for eating and dressing be a secondary matter, but let deep heart-searching begin at home. Pray three times a day, and ike Jacob, be importunate. At home is the place to find Jesus; then take him with you to the meeting, and how precious will be the hours spent there. But how can you expect to feel the presence of the Lord and see his power displayed, when the individual work of preparation for that time is neglected. You may be pleased with the preach- ing, you may be animated and revived, but the converting, reforming power of God will not be felt in the heart, and the work will not be so deep, thorough, and lasting as it should be. Let pride be crucified, and the soul clad with the priceless robe of Christ's righteous- ness, and what a meeting you will en- joy. It will be to your soul even as the gate of Heaven. The same work of humiliation and heart-searching should also go on in the church, so that all differences and and alienations among brethren may be laid aside before appearing before the Lord at these annual gatherings. Set about this work in earnest, and rest not till it is accomplished. Would that I could impress upon ministers and people the necessity of a deeper work of grace in the heart, and more thorough preparation to enter in- to the spirit and labor of our camp- meetings, that they may receive the greatest possible benefit from these meetings. These yearly gatherings may be seasons of special blessing, or they may be a great injury to spiritual- ity. Which shall they be to you, dear reader? It remains for each one to de- cide for himself. — Testimony for the Church No. 31. FROM A HOME MISSIONARY I want to be numbered among the dear workers in the vineyard of my Lord. It had never occurred to me that I could be a canvasser, as I had a large family to care for, until I heard Brother Zeidler lecture on that subject three years ago in our church in Lynchburg, Va. Through his invi- tation I was glad to accept an oppor- tunity to help preach this glorious gos- pel of the kingdom, the great truth of Christ's soon coming which vge all love so dearly. I call it preaching, for that is what all are doing who sell our books and other literature. Dear brethren and sisters, let us all be preachers in that way; then how soon would the message be given to all the world. We may enter the vineyard even at the eleventh hour, and Christ has promised, "Whatsoever is right I will pay thee." I began with "Coming King," and the first one I sold was to an old col- ored man, who was cutting up wood for me. He could read well, and 'en- joyed the book. I sold them right along, until I got so interested that I did not want to do anything else. I was so blest that I was as happy as when I was converted. We moved from Virginia to Creedmore, N. C., last year, where my husband set up a saw mill. I felt very lonely, as I could hear of no other S. D. Adventists; but I took up the work and did a little, al- though I had little to work with, not knowing as I could get our literature in this State. I got the truth before a Baptist minister there. He came to see me several times, but asked me not to tell his members of our faith, as it was more dangerous than anything else. However they did not think so, and invited me to come and talk with them. Later on the Lord knew I needed encouragement, and put it into the heart of Sister Jessie Bosworth to write to me, as she had seen my name on the Review list. How I did enjoy that letter. It was like bread to a hungry soul; and I shed tears of joy as I read her letters, and through them leaved that I could get just what I needed in my work. Now, although I have much to do at home, with fifteen to provide meals for, I am selling right along "Coming King," "Glorious Ap- pearing," "Paradise Home," "Gospel Primer," Signs of the Times Leaflets, Earthquake Specials, Family Bible Teacher, etc., besides giving away many periodicals. In the last ten days I have sold $10.00 worth, and have not smissed the time. My hired girl ha accepted the truth, and is keeping the Sabbath with me. This girl is bright and intellectual, and has helped me some in selling the books at church among her people. I hope she may do much good. Dear brethren and sisters, let us be up and about our Lord's work, helping to hasten his coming. Any one can do as much as I have. MRS. MARY A. MARKHAM. Stovall, N. C. HIGH POINT • We began meetings at High Point Friday night, August 3, with a fair at- tendance, Thus far (August 14) we have had no rain, and everything has • moved along very pleasantly. We have had an average of about seventy-five at the night meetings. On Sunday our attendance is larger. We can see some nterest manifested on the part of a few who come to every meeting. High Point is quite a manufacturing center, and people gather in here from all parts of the State. So when we present the message faithfully here it will be the means of proclaiming it in all parts of our Conference; for people are continually running to and fro. Elder Jeys, Brother Crawford, and the writer are the speakers. Brother Crawford leads in the music. Our brethren ABOUT THE REDUCED FARE Of course you are coming to the camp-meeting, and of course you want • to know just how to save your dollars as much as possible. Don't read this article carelessly. Every word is im- portant. You had better go to the depot at once, and ask your agent whether he is well supplied with blank ticket receipts. Tell him how many are going from your home, and when you intend to start. Thus if he is not prepared he will have time to make preparation for you. When the day of starting comes, go early to the station. This is so the ticket agent will have plenty of time to write your receipts. Don't lose these receipts, for they are worth money to you. If you have to buy over more than one road, ask for a receipt every time you buy. This is al- so important. Bring these receipts with you to the meeting. They will entitle you to return at one-third fare plus twenty-five cents. Do not under any circumstances buy other than a full fare ticket. Half rate, excursion, or other reduced rate tickets will not be honored in this arrangement. T. H. J. • THE NORTH CAROLINA MESSENGER from Archdale are regular attendants, and are a real source of strength to the work in many ways. Our tent is nice- ly located on the north side of the main line of the Southern Railroad, in a pleasant residence portion of the city. It is lighted with electricity, and pre- sents a neat appearance. It is desired that a foundation shall be laid upon which a work shall be built to the glory of God in this city. We are looking forward to our camp- meeting with much interest. Let us all come to this meeting, my brethren, full of the Spirit of God, to enjoy the best meeting we have ever had. - W. L. KILLEN. PERSONAL --- After an absence of some weeks with loved ones in Iowa, we are now back in North Carolina, to continue in the Master's service. The sickness of my husband's brother caused sorrow of heart; but we had the pleasure of see- ing him accept the Lord and the pre- cious truth. On the afternoon of the Forth of July we improved the opportuni- ty of selling a hundred copies of the Signs, and on our journey we sold one hundred twenty-four. We had many precious experiences. The Lord is good, and greatly to be praised. We enjoyed our Sabbath school lessons in the home of mother Miller. Our dona- tions amounted to $1.38. We took a number of orders for our periodicals, as we bade our loved ones farewell. We rejoice in hope of that glad day when our King shall come to gather us home, where good-byes will be un- known. We are looking forward to our coming camp-meeting, where we shall enjoy a spiritual feast together. MRS. MOLLIE R. MILLER. A FEW WORDS TO OUR CANVASS- ERS The time for another yearly gather- ing of our dear brethren and sisters is very near at hand. I am very anxious that every one of the canvassers shall be there, also all who wish to enter the work. A portion of the time will be devoted to the canvassing work! You, as well as all our people, cannot afford to miss this occasion. The Lord will help you to come. Ask him to. I will not say more now on paper, but expect soon to see you all face to face. Come praying God's rich blessing to be with us. HORACE G. MILLER, Shelby, N. C. FROM THE CANVASSING FIELD The efforts of our younger convassers are especially worthy of mention. Sis- ters Bertha and Emily Ingram, yet in their teens, both entered the work this summer. They were desirous of at- tending our camp-meeting, and wished to earn enaugh money to pay their ex- penses, and at the same time have a part in sowing the precious seeds of truth. They have both learned to love the canvassing work. Sister Emily re- cently wrote as follows: "Bertha and I have just come back from Wades- boro. We had good success there. I met one lady who said she had never bought a book, and had been waiting to get one she thought was a good one. She took 'Coming King,' and seemed glad to get it. I hope it will do her good as well as others. I took $7.00 worth of orders Wednesday evening, July 25. The Lord has been doing so much for me. I think that the experi- ence is worth much more than what I make." Sister Martha Reynolds is endeavoring to aid in the circulation of our good literature at Greensboro, as her time and strength will permit, as will be seen from the following: "I have been very happy in the work of selling pa- pers, and hope to dispose of many more. I have a pleasant home with a lady not of our faith. From here it is quite convenient for me to canvass the main streets when I can get out. The Lord has greatly blessed me this summer. I find people who ask me to come back and read to them. I am planning to go somewhere to canvass after the camp-meeting." Brother W. L. Killen writes: "We are not at present selling many books, as I have heretofore put between four and five hundred copies in the homes of the people of High Point. Before the camp-meeting is over, I hope we shall put many more in this town; for what have been sold ought to be an advertise- ment for our books." Brother E. R. Allen writes that they find quite a number of people in Char- lotte who seem about ready to begin the observance of the Sabbath, and that they are encouraged to believe that a nice little church may be raised up at that place. CANVASSING REPORT FOR JULY, 1906 Names � Book Hours Val. Ord. � Val. Delo. Oscar Steed � ck 7 �$1.00 J. E. Leighton mn 76 � $13.75 40.30 W. E. Lanier sp 113 � 107.00 41.00 Emily Ingram ck 31 � 6.50 Bertha Ingram ck 28 � 12.00 N. D. Ingram ck 58 � 54.00 E. R. Allen ckgc 83 � 90.00 7.00 W. L. Killen ckcol 74 � 19.00 63.00 Total � 470 $302.25 $152.30 HORACE G. MILLER, State Agent. THE NORTH CAROLINA MESSENGER The North Carolina Messenger Published Monthly by the North Carolina Conference -OF-- Seventh-Day Adventists. Subscription Price, - 25c. per year T. H. JEYS, EDITORS. JESSIE V. BOSWORTH, Entered as second-class matter Oct. 12. 1905 at the Postoffice at Hickory, N. C., under the act of Congress of March 3, 1879. STATE DIRECTORY President—T. H. Jeys, Spero. Vice-Pres. —D. T. Shireman, Toluca Sec'y and Treas. —Jessie V. Bosworth, Hickory. State Agent—H. G. Miller, Shelby. Executive Committee--T. H. Jeys, D. T. Shireman, W. H. Armstrong, M. H. Johnston, B. A. Rogers, M. G. Creasey, J. W. Beach. Secretary Religious Liberty Depart- ment—T. H. Jeys, Spero. Secretary Educational and S. S. Depart- ment—Mrs. Emma B. Rogers, Hick- ory. Secretary Medical Missionary Depart- ment—M. H. Johnston, Hildebran. The Southern Educational Co.—Pres., J. 0. Johnston; Vice-Pres., B. A. Rogers; Secretary, S. L. Stafford; Treas., J. 0. Johnston. NEWS AND NOTES Annual Conference and Camp-meet- ing, High Point, September 7 to 16. Sabbath, August 18, was the occasion of the baptism at Hildebran of three of the members of the Toluca School family. We are glad to welcome Brother and Sister Miller back to the work in North Carolina. They reached Shelby Friday, August 18, and Brother Miller began the delivery of his books the following Monday. Having completed his delivery at Wilmington, Brother W. E. Lanier has heeded the Master's invitation, "Come ye apart and rest awhile." He will re- main at Waynesville until the camp- meeting, and expects to resume the work in our State after that. The General Conference Committee has set Sabbath, November 3, as the time for taking a collection in our churches for the benefit of the Inter- national Publishing Association. This Association publishes our foreign pa- pers, books, pamphlets, and tracts, and and needs our help. As there are so few foreigners living in our State, we have not in the past been permitted to labor much for these people. Now we have the opportunity of assisting in the circulation of our literature in the foreign languages, in the way indicated above. Address donations for this pur- pose to North Carolina Conference, Hickory, N. C. "The Eleventh Annual Announce- ment of the Southern Training School" has recently come to our table. It con- tains very full information relative to the courses of study for the coming school year and terms to students. We wish that many of our young people might avail themselves of the superior advantages offered to those desiring a preparation for future usefulness. Ob- tain a copy of the Announcement by addressing The Southern Training School, Graysville, Tenn. The Southern Missionary Society publishes the Prophetic and Law of God Charts. Thes charts are 20 by 29 inches in size, printed in beautiful colors on a fine quality of cloth lined paper, making them attractive, legible, and durable. A set should be owned by every family. Price 50' cents each or $1.00 for the two. Address South- ern Missionary Society, Nashville, Tenn., North Station. Just before going to press we are in receipt of the "First Annual Announce- ment of the Eufola Academy of Indus- trial Mechanics." Any one desiring a copy of this Announcement may obtain one by addressing ElderJ 0. Johnston, Eufola, N. C. CAMP-MEETING NOTES SPECIAL COURSE FOR WORKERS AND OTHERS Doubtless the readers of the MES- SENGER have seen the articles in re- cent issues of the Review relative to the action of the late Educational Con- vention in regard to the educational missionary movement, and so it will not be necessary to make any state- ment in regard to the movement itself in the columns of this paper. If there are young workers or others in the North Carolina Conference who are in- terested, and who would like to have a part in this work, we will be very glad t.) currespaai with such, and to give full information on every point of inquiry. Address me at Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C J. W. LAWHEAD. • MISSIONARY MUSIC The dining tent will be in charge of competent persons, who will use every endeavor to make things pleasant and agreeable for all comers. A good supply of our denominational literature, books, papers, and tracts, will be on display at the book-stand, also a fine line of Bibles. A good well of pure water is at the edge of the camp. This is a matter of no little moment. We feel that we are fortunate in getting the use of this well. The railroad certificates sent out from this office are samples only. Get one of the same kind filled with each ticket bought, thus insuring a return at one-third the regular fare plus 25 cents. Arrangements will be made by which baggage will be transported from the station to the grounds at reasonable rates. Do not give your checks to draymen, but bring them with you to thip camp. Some one will be in waiting to attend to the baggage at once. The following beautiful music, pub- lished at the writer's expense, and never before circulated to any extent, has been donated to the Lord's work in Porto Rico, and all who will send in orders for the same will assist a noble cause and at the same time satisfy a taste for vocal melody. The music You had better write a card today, consists of "New er My God to Thee" ordering a tent for the meeting. The (Duet), "The Unfolding of the Scroll" price is $2.09 for the entire time, (Quartette), "Still Waters" (Solo). Floored, 50 cents extra. � It sells for twenty-fiv,‘ cents per copy. Send all orders to Minnie R. Stevens, On arrival at the depot at High Kirksville, Mu. This music will be Point, go east to Main street, thence sung at the NorLh Carolina Camp-meet- due south to the camp-ground. � ing.