elcome isitor. "then thep that feared the %orb svahe often one to another." VOL. IV. MT. VERNON, OHIO, MAY 45, 4900. NO. 44 Mile Welcome piottor ISSUED SEMI-MONTHLY BY THE 01110 S. D. A. CONFERENCE, MT. VERNON, OHIO. PRICE: 25 CENTS A YEAR IN ADVANCE. Entered at the Mt. Vernon Postoffice. SPRING. Come lovely spring—quicken the world to gladness, With carpet green, and purling br. oks and flowers. Bright joyous time, untouched by ought of sadness, While life and beauty, freight the happy hours. If thou canst bring to earth such resurrection, Dear Lord, from winters cold and leath, to life and bloom Then will we glory in the sweet re- flection That loved ones will awaken from the tomb. 0 bring us soon the glad and bright forever; Restore to earth its longest Eden name, With no more night, no more the dreary winter, With naught to blight, let spring eternal reign. MRS. P. ALDERMAN. Missionary In a recent testimony we read the following words : "The Lord is about to punish the world for its iniquity." In an- other place in the same testi- mony we read that "Men and women are wandering in the mist and fog of error." Let us put these two state- ments together and see and sense as far as possible, the great re- sponsibility resting upon those who have the light of the Third Angel's Message. The great state of Ohio with almost 40,000 sq. miles of terri- tory, dotted over with its large, magnificent cities and beautiful towns and villages, together with its thickly settled agricultural territory, ranking fourth in point of population of the states in the United States of America, is already white unto the harvest. The Ohio Conference of Sev- enth Day Adventists, are respon- sible to God to preach the gos- pel of the kingdom for a wit- ness to each and every soul in this great state. Each individual, whether he be minister or lay member, is responsible to act his part in this great work. Shall we not make a strong and united effort this spring to extend the work into new fields? Let the laborers who are under pay of the conference, conse- crate their entire being to the work as never before. Let there be faithfulness in all our churches in assembling to- gether to seek the Lord and study the message for our times, that all may be so filled with the spirit of the message, that there will be faithfulness in rendering tithes and offerings for the ad- vancement of the message while time still lingers a little longer. Let all watch and pray, for in such an hour as ye think not, the Son of Man cometh. Let there be a panting after the Lord, as the hart panteth after the water brooks. Now is a time to put on the whole armor of God, for the evil day is upon us. Grudge not one against an- other, brethren, lest ye be con- demned: behold, the Judge standeth before the door. R. R. KENNEDY. THE SENTINEL MOVED TO CHICAGO. In harmony with the action of the last General Conference, the "American Sentinel" has been transferred from the Pacific Press Publishing Co., to the In- ternational Religious Liberty Association, and will be pub- lished hereafter at 324 Dearbon St., Chicago, Ill. The name of the paper has been changed to "The Sentinel of Liberty," but the size, its general style, sub- scription price, etc., will remain the same as formerly. An ear- nest effort will be made, how- ever, to greatly increase the efficiency of the paper. The hearty cooperation of every lover of liberty is solicited, both in making the paper what it ought to be, and in giving it the wide circulation it ought to have. Address all business commu- nications pertaining to "The Sentinel," to the International Religious Liberty Association, 324 Dearbon St., Chicago, Ill. Matter designed for publication or for the information of the editors, should be addressed, Editor "Sentinel of Liberty," 324 Dearbon St., Chicago, Ill. We take this occaion to call the attention of our readers to a new piece of sheet music just published by the author, Eld. C. L. Taylor. The music is in an- them style, and is entitled "The 2 THE WELCOME VISITOR. Books of Heaven." It is print- ed in sheet music form, eight pages, and is suitable for either piano or organ. A sample copy has been received, and we can recommend it to all lovers of good music. The entire pro- ceeds of the sale will be devoted to missionary work. We trust that a large number of our read- ers will take an interest in this worthy enterprise, and order one or more copies for them- selves and their friends. The price is thirty cents for single copy, or fifty cents for two, post- age prapaid. Address the au- thor. C. L. TAYLOR. 661 27th Street, Oakland, Cal. TITHE REPORT FOR APRIL. Appleton $ 6 00 Akron. 148 00 Alliance 23 70 Beaver . 14 00 Bedford 30 30 Beilfountain 15 00 Bellville 210 Bloomington Bawling Green Broughton Camden Chagrin Falls IS 10 Cincinnati 7o 77 Cleveland 3°4 34 Clyde 100 43 Columbus 110 46 Conneaut 9 98 Chillicothe 10 45 Corsica 21 59 Coshocton 6 67 Dayton 6o 05 Delaware 51 82 East Liverpool 21 33 Elgin 49 5° Findlay 22 73 Fairfield 42 84 Geneva 2I 89 Green Spring 16 40 Gilboa 12 00 Greensburg. 5 00 dUncl)-1Riir`Ma3() aid/ 00 Hiirtntapb.s91 iuo 3a 110iiii9i1439ii 1.39lie 10 9:-)9iq34/4 101113ikk 01-1.11313. 2i0 v.1.122dRi4J94 Latthringiezlief.rin -.1o.l'11813 53 (143. ri .,:,31-023(Dekte Leesburg 23 61 Lewistown 16 99 Lima 8 20 Liberty Center 66 3o Mendon to 59 Newark 93 52 New Antioch.. 12 34 Norwalk. 25 10 North Bloomfield 5 05 Pemberville 26 70 Portage River 74 37 Piqua 4 12 Reedsville . . 2 65 Spencer 30 18 Springfield II 89 Sherwood 45 50 St. Clairsville 12 50 Toledo 154 79 Troy 8 45 Wadsworth 1 75 Walnut Grove 3°35 Waterford . .5010 West Mansfield ... 59 o8 Wheelersburg 159 57 Yellow Springs. 7 45 Youngstown 13 65 Review and Herald 20 45 Scattered Sabbath Keepers. 200 49 Total $3,168 85 A. A. LAUDER, Treas. CANVASSERS' REPORT For week ending April 14, 1900. VALUE $37 50 6 50 37 11 11 60 4 00 17 50 13 25 2 75 19 35 $149 56 DELIVERIES VALUE 51 50 28 47 6 00 1 75 9 98 53 00 29 00 Total $179 70 lotiST,h044.06ficgtt C2/0 tiagl wick abiDiriitlaltion -tiiiefiL0c1:) b ipyencofokh4tgimpr4ht.is (15:-.110 "A TWO-FOLD APOS A SY, TWICE REPEATED." This is the title of a twenty page tract by Brother H. F. Phelps, just received at our table. All should have this for themselves and also should give it a wide circulation among others. Single copies may be had for 24- cents ; two for five cents ; twenty-five copies for 30 cents. To all who will spread fifty or more copies, one cent each. Order through the Tract Society. HEARD FROM. DEAR VISITOR : While on our trip to locate the camp meet- ing, it was my privilege to spend Sabbath and Sunday with the dear friends of Dayton, 0. It was a great encouragement to me to find the souls converted to the truth, while Elder I. D. Van Horn and the writer labored at Dayton, faithful and of good courage. Yesterday I visited my aged parents. My good mother is very ill. I praise the Lord for such a mother, for her prayers and Godly example, and sweet patient life. With best wishes to VISITOR and all its readers. D. E. LINDSAY. The Iowa "Bulletin" says that Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Harn- den, of Battle Creek, Michigan, are spending the spring months with Mr. Harnden's parents at Roland, Iowa. They expect to remain until the first of June, and are combining work with recreation, having entered last Monday upon a two months' term of school near there. The 3.3girker8tof this, state, especially the)rfcattviapsergpi swill -,F6jcignizla Bripftlfer,JAkikrrm101 asit arifiatmerf state agent. 2.1f-fg n 93 4 25 tor 67 29 5o 30 87 ORDERS Jno. C. Swope 20 Mrs. Carrie Swope 20 W. E. Bidwell ..... . 57 Lester Chrisman.... .... 13 Chas J. Gearhardt 3 Mrs, A. Williams 5 Mrs. L. R. Campbell Mrs. Elizabeth Parrott H. J. Granger 21 Total L. A. Holobaugh W. E. Bidwell E. A Berry Julia A. Tracy W. E. Bidwell Jay Raymond W. S Huffaker Mourit Verriort A.caderriy. THE WELCOME VISITOR. 8 work in this life, I can realize as never before that God has an object in planting this institution where so many may have the opportunity of attending and re- ceiving that instruction, which will enable them to go out and show to others the blessings that God is holding out for a world dying in sin. It is my prayer that heaven's richest blessings may rest down upon the work here, and that the end for which it has been planted may be realized by consecrated workers who will dedicate their lives to God to be used in his service. C. F. REDFIELD. schools. My health has good since I have been I truly believe that this is a school of God's own plant- ing and that I have, indeed, been taught of Him who is the source of all wisdom. I can heartily recommend Mt. Vernon Academy to all. C. E. REED. reasonable and persuasive, not inconsistent and overbearing, but Chaist-like. Our classes are of a good and pleasant size, with good, competent teachers to in- struct us in the things we wish to learn. Some labor is fur- nished, which saves us from the pale, sickly look, caused by in- digestion and no exercise, which characterizes the students of or woman who desires to obtain most an education that will prepare been here. It gives me pleasure, and I feel I am indebted to God to speak at this place has been of at this time of the privileges and service to me. It is trul golden opportunities, which have y been presented to me since hav- ing the privilege of attending school here. As the rich blessings from the presence of God have rested down upon us, giving us truths With pleasure I express these which will go with us and keep few words of encouragement us in that great day now upon us, concerning this school, because and which will only be realized my heart is filled with praises and appreciated to the fullest ex- for it. The rules and rulers are tenthafteriwo have finished our ( Mt. Vernon AcaoemQ. I take great pleasure in speak- ing a word in behalf of the Mt. Vernon Academy. It has been my privilege to attend this school the second time. I consider it an excellent school and will rec- ommend it to any young man one for usefulness in life. THOMAS PARK. The lessons I have learned, and the manifestations of the Spirit of God among teachers and students at the Mt. Vernon Academy are never to be for- gotten. The days spent here are long to be remembered by me, and I feel that the time spent great a school of God's own choice. Why should we not rejoice, knowing that God still standeth for His people Israel? REBECCA MILLER. It is with pleasure that I take the opportunity to write a few words concerning my experience while here at the institution of learn- ing. • Surely the Lord is with us for we have seen His power manifested right in our midst. He is constantly guiding us. I have been benefited in many ways since I came here. I will surely urge all who de- sire a good Christian Education to come to this institution, for I know they will be benefited and will also receive many blessings by so doing. This is my first year, or rather term, as I came the eighth of last January. I cannot help but praise the Savior for His many blessings He has bestowed upon me. Had it not been for His good-. ness I would not be here today. He opened the way for me, and to Him I give all the praise. If He sees fit to permit me to come another year, I know the way will be opened. There are many young peo- ple who would be glad to attend school here, but are not permit- ed for the lack of means. It is: my my desire to gain such au edu-, cation that I may be of sole use in the Master's_ "'service and have a part in the. 1.3ii-ig-irrie's2 sage WILL M.ljoHNs6x. .r! THE WELCOME VISITOR. 4 \I N.? (As in Jesus. ) Eve June, eldest daughter of brother and sister Francis M. Fairchild, peacefully fell asleep in Jesus Tuesday morning, April 24, 1900, aged 16 years, lo months and 14 days. Early in life she gave her heart to God and on the 14th day of May, 1893, the writer had the privilege of administering the ordinance of baptism and of receiving her into communion and fellowship of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Having been personally ac- quainted with her from early childhood, I can truly say that her life was one worthy of imi- tation by every youth. Her whole being seemed rapped up in the prospect of becoming an efficient worker in the Master's service. At the time her health failed she was a diligent student in the Mt. Vernon Academy, respected and loved by all asso- ciated with the school. In the death of Sister Junie, the parents will miss a truthful and obedient daughter, the chil- dren, a kind and affectionate sister, the Sabbath School a helpful and regular attendant, and the church a consecrated and devoted member. Funeral conducted by the writer. Text, 2 Cor. I :3, 4. H. H. BURKHOLDER. DeWitt A. Draper, whose fail- ing health compelled him to lay down the work which he so suc- cessfully conducted in the mis- sion in Cleveland not long since, and seek another climate, fell asleep in Jesus, April 25, 1900, at Guadaldjara, Mexico, aged 29 years, 9 months and 2 days. He was united in marriage with Clara V. Gibson, October 8, 189o. This union being blessed with one daughter, Elva L., who is now 8 years of age. When told by his devoted wife the day before the end, that the physicians decided that he could not live, he was greatly surprised, as he had hoped all along fnr relief, but he was perfectly re- signed to rest from labor till the coming of the Life giver, when sickness and death will be for- ever banished and the risen saints shall swell the triumphant shout : "0 death, where is thy sting? 0 grave, where is thy victory?" He then committed to his wife a dying message for his parents and other dear ones, to be faithful and prepare to meet him at the coming of the blessed Lord. Let all the VISITOR family re- member, at the throne of Grace, our beloved sister and little daughter in this sad hour and bitter trial. H. H. BURKHOLDER. Alma Ruth Welch, wife of Henry Welch, near VanWert, 0., died May 7th, 1900, aged 67 years, 6 months and 6 days. Sister Welch embraced the re- ligion of Christ when 16 years of age. In 1878 she heard the Third Angel's Message, and united with the Seventh Day Adventist Church, of which she has been a faithful member ever since. One son and daughter, with their father mourn, but not without hope. D. E. LINDSAY. Amanda C. Stump, of Find- lay, died April 22, 1900, aged 48 years, 4 months and 2 days. Sister Stump was a great sufferer the latter part of her life, but died triumphant in the Savior's love. It was her request that the 14 chapter of John be read at her funeral and the ist verse taken as the text. Services conducted by the writer. H. H. BURKHOLDER. ITEMS OF INTEREST. Brother C. C. Webster has ordered his tent and will, we suppose, begin work very soon. Miss Margaret Haughey, of Toledo, spent a few days visit- ing her parents at this place, re- turning this week: Brother A. A. Lauder, State Treasurer, of the conference, left Mt. Vernon, May 6, for Battle Creek, where he has gone to take treatment. We understand that Brother E. W. Carey will accompany his brother, Dr. Carey and wife, to Honolulu, to assist in the work among the Chinese. Word received through the Battle Creek Sanitarium, states that the Nut Food Factory was was completely destroyed by fire a short time ago. Loss, $9,000. Mrs. Albert Carey and chil- dren left recently for her home at Bedford, Ohio, where she ex- pects to visit a short time be- fore going with her husband to their newly appointed field of labor. Elders A. T. Jones and J. W. Collie, spent Sunday May 13, in Cleveland, at which time El- der Jones spoke in the Euclid Avenue Opera House, on the subject of Sunday laws, are they right or wrong? Brother Dewitt Draper, who left for Mexico sometime ago for his health, has become a victim of disease, living only a short time after arriving there. His wife and daughter have our sin- cerest sympathy in this • great sorrow. A second set of bath and treat- ment rooms has been opened in Cleveland. The Helping Hand Mission has devoted considera- able space on the second floor for this purpose and have se- cured the necessary appliances to give a varied line of treat- ment.