Qatvot 0.14: VOL. 19 OSHA WA, ONTARIO, APRIL 22, 1919 , NO. 16 Union Office Address � Oshawa, Phone 462-3 A.. V. OLSON, Presidetit � • Oshawa, Ontario F. R. EASTMAN, ,Secretary-Treasurer � Our Colporteur Slogan for 1919 For every church a permanent colporteur—hence 61 colporteurs Our Colporteur Goal for 1919 S50, 000.00 Our Colporteur Aim for 1919 Faithful Service. Last Appeal Again I feel it imperative that every effort pos- .sible be employed to induce our dear brethren and sisters in-this conference to lay immediate plans to engage their services in the.circulation of our large books this summer. The worl4:s, outlook just now •is not flattering. The times are very serious. My attention was just called to an article in the Literary Digest entitled "To Infuse Christianity Into the League of Nations." The avowed object of this new religious council is to unite all Christendom under one central head and thus hasten reconciliti: Lion 'between all churches to plie end that worldwide co-operation may be had. � In this world alliance project among the churches, the reader can at once detect a most remarkable and graphic fulfilment of prophecy relatiVe to the final scenes enacted in the closing events of this world's history. While the launching and propagating of such a project as the "infusing of Christianity" into the league of nations might seem to the casual observer a most noble and commendable uplift to the general moral state of affairs, still on the other hand it in- volves in a very conspicuous way such religious bodies that could not from a conscientious viewpoint affili- ate themselves with such a movement; and further- more does it not seem credible that • to oppose t policies of tr3h a inlvetint, serious complications to the extent of p4rsectition might be experienced by socalled dissenters? "Persecution is upon us, Ilse outlook is not flattering.' I bring these facts before.our people for the pur- pose of enabling them to observe the force of the statement made by Sister White a few years ago when she said that the "final movements would be rapid ones." � Surely these strained worldwide conditions forecasting the, immediate future so definitely should solemnize our hearts as never before. Instead of scheming apd devising as to how we might make more money and thus better our tcni- poral situations, we should most earnestly be asking ourselves the question: -What can I do to hasten the loud cry of the message?" Every man and woman ere long will be held to account at the bar of God for the negative attitude taken towards the NVOrli for this time. I wish I could find words that would arouse the slumbering energies of God's professed people to sense the weighty and solemn responsibilities de‘ (d- ying upon them at this very hour. As surely its we exist in this world at this present time we have an awfully solemn duty to perform. Will we do it? Can GOd entrust us with tht responsibility we hake assumed by identifying ourselves with his church? God calls upoh us today to finish his work. To- MOrrOw may be too late. The greatest work the church can do now is to save souls. Very soon such opportunities will be gone forever. There is no more effective method of saving souls than 'through our liieratnre. "Circulate the books that God ha so graciously given us" is the message froin God's .ser- vant that should arrest our attention today. From all directions and localities come urgent appeals from those who are interested in our books, to mail them more literature. With our limited • force of field workers it is utterly impossible to meet the demands of the public. How can we solve the great perplexing problem?—By our people .rallying to the colors of Prince Emmanuel. The call of the hour 2 � EASTERN CANADIAN MESSENGER can now be answered by twentyor more faithful men and women attending the colporteurs' conven- tion at Toronto, May 2-11. The church has made every provision necessary for the entertainment of those who have a sincere burden for souls and a de- sire to circulate the books the Lord has given us to be circulated at this time. - The writer would be pleased to communicate with anyone who desires to engage in the work. � E. M. FISHELL. • Is Your Report In? "And when they were come, and bad, gathered the church together, they rehearsed (reported) all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door to the Gentiles." Acts 14:27. It has always been God's plan that his people should encourage one another by telling what God had done through them, and it is still his plan. How many of us would nob like to have heard of the report in John 3:16, or the record of Heb. 1:1,2? � But for these reports of what use would the plan of salvation be to us? We all appreciate them, I am sure. Not only that, we all look forward with joyful anticipation to receiving the MESSENGER, the Review, and other literature of like nature. Why? It tells us what is going on in the field, how many are added to the church, how many dollars worth of orders someone has taken, etc. � Yet, notwithstanding our desire to receive records we invariably delay, neglect, and some- times ignore giving a report. Three weeks have gone since the close_ of the quarter, and only a few reports have come in yet. How is this brethren? Blanks have been sent to all the churches by the conference secretary. The re- ports do not have to be large. The Lord can bless the little to the saving of souls. If we are faithful in the little things in connection with his work,he will entrust us with greater things. � In order to give all :another opportunity, we will hold up the total report -another week. Let us as conference secretaries and church missionary secretaries act lively during that week and place the importance of this work before the people, who will gladly respond by repOrting what "God had done through them." GEORGE BUTLER. • Seminary Notes BROTHER George Butler paid us a short visit this week. THE seniors entertained the faculty members one evening a short time ago. SOME of the girls have been having excellent success selling magazines in Toronto. MR. J. Annable spent a week in Toronto helping Mr. Haynes with his house. MISSES Laura Sharpe and Georgia Booth spent the week end at Miss Sharpe's home in Hamilton. PRIVATE Fletcher of British Columbia visited Mr. John Bristol a few days recently. THE members of the canvassers' bands are busy learning their canvasses before the Institute, which begins Friday, April 18. MONDAY evening the chapel was filled to over- flowing, the occasion being a recital given by the music students. TUESDAY evening the Foreign Mission Band had charge of the Young People's Meeting. PROFESSOR Olson left Monday for Washington, D. C., to attend a convention which is being held there for the piirpose of revising the present curri- culum in our academies and colleges. ELDER Olson spoke in chapel Thursday, April 10 telling us a little of the educational work in Eastern Canada. Then he told of the need for money in order to have our new building completed by next fall. There was a ready response, and in a few minutes $1000 was .raised. SATURDAY night, April 5, the First Aid class gave an instructive as well as a pleasing program in the chapel. There were demonstrations showing how to give fomentations and blanket packs, and how to treat cuts, sprains, burns, fainting, drowning, in- fluenza, and rheumatism. The last number on the program was a drill by six girls- dressed as nurses. Ontario Office address, 1114A Dufferin St., Toronto, (Tel. Junction 999) B. M. HEALD, President. 1114A Dufferin St., Toronto, Out. LUCILLE MARIETTA, Treasurer � „ �If News Items from Ontario A new Pastor for the Toronto church is coming soon. Elder F. W. Paap has accepted the invitation. He will arrive in Toronto about June 1st, and will conduct a strong city campaign in connection with his pastoral duties. We welcome him to Ontario and we sincerely wish him every blessing. A strong work will be built up in this large city. OWING to the fact that Elder McComas has been suffering for sometime with rheumatism it became. necessary for him to leave this field for a warmer and drier climate. � He therefore accepted a call to the Tennessee. River Conference and he and his EAST ERN CANADIAN MESSENGER family left Toronfoiast ,week),‘,or.their.new field. We bid himGodspeed,and,wish biro every blessing in all, his undertakings. � ,• � • TOE 'COMING 'COLPORTEUB INSTITUTE May 2-11 is drawing op. It will be held in the new . „ Torontb'ehurch building. • -TEE .'new On to rio TractNSociet y � start opera- tion May 16th. All orders from Olitaria for literature will - be Lsent -through' Toronto-after then.y : NOT THROUGH OS i AWA . • ,Address .1111 orders- after. May 15th to 3 AWDE STREET, TORONTO. :This is an early; a onouncemeni. � .014 will be acquainted with the.,,coming change. � ..Watch.. for future announcements. CAMPMEET1NG DATE JUNE 19-29. Begin TIOW ro p1 on attending, Every thing.i being done to make it the best campineeting ever held in Ontario. The Seminary is going to run the dining tent. The best of food will be served., at ar, reasonable cost. Every thing that can be dpne to lower the cost of the meeting' is being done. �13. M. HEALD. � • • Do Goals Pay? Ask the Ontario Sabbath schools? Every one that set a goal last quarter went over the top. Those that did not set a goal, lagged. Some of the schools were so glad they did so well that they called me up over long distance, telephone. Next Week you will read the full report of the Ontario schools Watch for it. - Another encouraging thing is that the secretaries sent in their quarterly reports on time. This shows that there is a real interest. � . The superintendents are doing their utmost to raise the standard and efficiency of their schools. Devices, charts, and exercises are the order of the day. • They, help to arouse an interest. � The little children are.. given a part in singing, reciting, and helping in other ways. A daily study.of the lesson is a great help. Let all members of the school co-operate with the superintendent. Let him know that you are at his service in making the school a success. � If you are asked • to take the review, do it. Do your hit. Ask the Lord to help you, he will carry you through. Pray for the other school's. Pray for your own. Pray for the officers. Pray for the teachers. PRAYER CHANGES THINGS. MRS. B. M. HEALD. 4, � -• Oshawa Items ELDER Olson and Brother Fishell met with the Ottawa church Sabbath and Sunday, April 12, 13. BROTHER George Butler returned to the office this week after spending sometime in the field visit- ing the churches. 134other F. R. Eastman spent a few days in To- ronto last week auditing the Ontario Conference books. Quebec F. C. WEBSTER, President, 280 Villeneuve West, Montreal, Qne* F. E. DUFTY, Treasurer � Box 3189 Montreal, Quebec Quebec City In company with Elder Young I went to Quebec City Tuesday, March 25. � As this was my first visit, to Quebec_I- spent two very enjoyable days in this, historic city. Quebec, so different from many other cities of today, does not give so much thought to progress and commercial competition as she does to preserving her ancient landmarks and the story of her glorious past. � It is said that "stye :is true to the tradition of her pious founders,"•and at first presents a peaceful atmosphere; but there is a sad mixture illustrated by one of her many monuments which I .saw erected by the church of Rome. It was a cardinal standing' with his foot on Luther's neck while .Luther was clinging to his Bible... Space will not permit me to teltat this time of the many other things. I saw, but the most interesting of all to me was the little company of believers in the last message which met at Brother Ruthntan's home, each night that we were there, standing for the truths of God's word which are being suppressed by the church of Rome. �. • - The Lord has blessed the labor of Elder Passe- bois and his family in this city, and we hope to see many more yet take their stand for the truth. F. C. WEBSTER. • Waterville It might • be of interest to the MESSENGER readers to hear a- word iron') Waterville again. Since my last report it bas.been our privilege to have in our midst Elders � Olson and Webster, and their cheerful messages .vfere very much appreciated by the little flock here. Another Good Report � :j ;i �- Sister Crate, superintendent of -the Smith Sabbath. sphool„ sends. in a ,yery encouraging rep9.4; 'The report for the quarter shows $42,86 for 11)*i0,11S: With a.inembership,of Mile lath Sabbath .0fferiptc .- athounted to $18..35.„ One: member .hart memarked, the entire quarter's lessons of 17.0 verses.. In:closing Sister Crate:says: ."We purpose by the grape ,of God, •to do even:better, this...q.uarter.". .,'.Phis should � ,„. cOurage.41 our schools throughout Ontario. MRS. B. 111. HEALD. . . 4 � EASTERN CANADIAN MESSENGER At present we are holding' meetings two miles out of the village, each Sunday night in a vacont house. At times when the weather was good there have been over fifty people present. There is a very deep interest ShoWn on the part of those who are able to attend regularly. Others herp i rr- the villageihatek,7takea their stand for the truth since my last report, and still others are in the valley of decision. We have entered a 'number of new homes of late for Bible studies and cottage meetings, and thus far a deep interest is shown. God has given us some fruit from each home where studies have been held, with the exception of one, and in two instances the whole family has accepted the truth and the third is about to make a decision. Surely we are living in serious times, but in a time when God wants to make bare his arm in behalf. of his people. Let us all pray for a mighty outpour- of- the Holy Spirit that the work may belinished quickly, for then cometh the home going. E. J. CLARK. Riviere aux Pins The readers of the MESSENGER will be glad I any sure to hear another encouraging word about the new company of Sabbath-keepers at Riviere aux Pins. We .reached this place, I am glad to say, in- spite of some disappointments and wearisome journeyings. I could not help. but recall the words of Alexander Pope, in his essay on "Criticism" In which he says, "Towering Alps we try, And mount o'er vales, and seem to tread the sky The eternal snows appear already passed, And the first clouds and mon ntaies seen) the last. But, those attained, we tremble to sli•%. 'The growing labor s of the lengthened way. The increasing prospect tires our wandering eyes, Hills peep o'er bills, and Alps on Alps arise!" But after a time we reached the summit of the last hill, and Elder Young pointed out to me, in the valley below the different Adventist homes, and the shoolhouse where the. message bad been preached. We were glad to reach the home of Brother and Sis- ter James Clark, whose hospitality we enjoyed for several days. The next day was Sabbath and tears of rejoicing came to our eyes as some twenty-five or thirty gathered to worship God on his holy day. During the interesting Sabbath schpol led by Mr. Angus Hornby, one of their young men, a 13th. Sabbath offering was 'taken up which amounted to $13.58, and then I had the privilege of speaking to them about the last message which is to be given to all the. world in this generation. We hope to report a church organized at this place in the near future. F. C. 'WEBSTER. .Quebec Items WORD has just been received at the (Alice that the mill at. South Stukety, owned by Brother John Hammond and _Brother Henry Libby has been des- troyed by* fire. BRerm.,_RPeoree. Teyfor,.of South Bolton, who has just retlietted front aii•operation in the Melrose Sanitarium, was in Montreal the 15th on business- ELDER Webster visited Sister Newberry and her family in Drummondville recently. no it l orts that they are of good courage. A cartoon of the Seventh-day Adventist church of Montreal, drawn by. Mr. Racey, recently appeared in the Star, one of Canada's largest papers. Quite an add, as these cartoons are copied by other papers, not only in Canada. but, also in the United States. Maritime Office address, � Oxford N.S. J. L. WIEBON, President � 71 AMY FRANK, Treasurer � Indian Harbor February 23rd marked the close of the Indian Harbor effort, and we-are glad - to report one dear soul as the result of our..labors there. � Others .are interested and we hope to see them take their stand soon. Having finished the effort at the Harbor, I left a week later to spend a short time with the 'I'antallon church. � They were patiently waiting for this long promised visit and gave me a very hearty welcome. We all went to work with will to make the meet- ings a success. The church being out of the way and the roads bad, our outside attendance seas small, but the church members were faithful, and came from far and near. We had good meetings, and the church received a general spiritual uplift. � Especially was this true of the young people., who, having never given their hearts to God, determined to put off the old man and walk in newness of life with their Sa- viour. Three -have asked for baptism and two if not more are giving it serious thought. � Pray for these young people. A weekly prnyer meeting was also started—this means much to any church. The meth- bde are of good courage and willing to do all they can to finish the Lord's work in the earth. At the present writing I am at Moncton helping Elder Wilson in his effort. Several have determined to keep the Sabbath and we are holding Bible studies four nights every week and some during the day with interested ones. • The 'Moncton church is hard at work in a soul-winning campaign. EAST ERN CANADIAN MESSENGER � 5 Next week I expect to return to St. Margarett's Bay where I will start another effort at Mill Cave, which is practically a new field and should yeild fruit for Christ's kingdom. Prayers are solicited for my- self and the work in that part of the Lord's vineyard. C. S. JOYCE. THE Sabbath school quarterlies for this quarter have been mailed to the isolated Sabbath keepers, and we hope you will join us in the DAILY study of these beautiful lessons on "The Fundamentals of Christian Life." Maritime Briefs � Halifax BROTHER Joyce has been spending. a couphl of weeks in Moncton, following up the interest there. Each week the workers are encouraged by seeing new faces at the Sabbath services. WE were pleased to have Brother C. H. Castle of Troy, N. Y., spend a day at the office last week. Brother Castle will act as principal of Williamsdale Academy next year. ELDER Wilson accompanied Brother Castle to Williamsdale where they are laying broad plans for the furtherance of the educational work in Maritime. TUESDAY evening, April 1, Brother Castle met with the members of the Moncton church. He pre- sented a bright prospect for our school and encour- aged many of the young people there to attend. AFTER four weeks in Halifax Brother Kierstead has been at the office for a few days. � During his• stay in Halifax more than two hundred of the- books for the school were.disposed of, the members 'there rallying to the � with some of the zeal they mani- fested - in the Iugatheriag � mpaign. SABBATH School Rally Day June 7! Follow the program outlined in the May Worker and plan for the biggest day in the history of your school. WORD has just been received that Brother Fred Hartin has been released from, the army service. After almost a year's training in the Medical Corps in St. John becomes well equipped to join Maritime's army of colporteurs, which he plans on doing. ELDERS Chapman and Mackintosh are spending a few days at the Academy in counsel with Elder Wilson and Brother Castle. How many young people are planning to attend school next year, and—what is just. as important— how many older ones are planning to help the young _people attend? THE new school building at Williamsdale has long been a plan and a pile of lumber, but we are now glad to report that work has been started in earnest. By the opening of school it will probably- be ready for occupancy. � We are almost sure the basement will, at any rate, and how far up in the air it gets will be determined by the way we sell, "The Cross and Its Shadow," "The Seer of Patmos," "The Story of Daniel," and "Christ's Object Lessons." "BY the fear of the Lord are riches and honor." The work in- Halifax is progressing. � At the beginning of the year a literature campaign was started which has resulted in the ordering of 1300 magazines monthly and nearly a thousand Temper- anc � Instr:otar. 10)0 "Worlds Peace" have also been ordered. We expect to reach our goal of $500 set for us on the sale of books for Williamsdale Academy. We have already reached $300 in our,sales. The Sabbath school offerings averaged $10 per Sabbath the past quarter and we are raising our goal for a little more the coming quarter. The Sunday night services are well attended at the Moose Hall. Plans are being formulated for a new church • which we so greatly need. The tithes and offerings from the Halifax church at present amount to about as much as they did in a year before a permanent worker came. One very encouraging feature is the way in which our new converts are taking hold of the work. There are five new Sabbath keepers as a result of the winter's effort; beside many interested, ones. Miss Verge finds her hands full to answer cat's- for Bible Studies. � E. M. CHAPMAN. Another Goal Passed We believe that our friends will be glad to hear from the Halifax Sabbath school. We have just closed a most successful quarter. We set our goal for $100.00 but totaled $134.45, phis being about $50.00 better than any previous quarter's record. Our thirteenth Sabbath offering amounted to $52.77 rom a membership of 42. Our aim is to' head the union in average offerings. We want to see the work go and Jesus come.. Pray for the church in Halifax, CLARENCE MUNROE, Sec.-Treas. Standing on Mission Offerings to Mar. 31, 1918 Mem Due Recd. Short Over Ontario 734 2385 50 1938 29 $447 22 Maritime 322 1046 50 887 23 159 27 Quebec 228 741 00 370 08 370 92 Nfld. 67 217.75 $498 45 $280 70 union 1351 $ 4390 75 $ 3694 04 $ 696 71 6 � EASTERN CA1V ADIAN 'MESSENGER Eastern. Canadian Messenger QFPICIAL (MOAN OF THE EASTEilN ANADIAN UNION CONFEliFN(::E OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS ptirse could:-Tiot'bear,the strain on it. But the Lord akvays �the.help We: are needing and at the r4:10: time he makes•ft Way foe us. . MISSIONARYVOLUNTEER DEM per Ella Lien-. Office Address � - Edna P. Leach - - � Oshawa. Ont - � Editor Entered as second-class matter.Price, 50 cents a year iu advance. Your Opportunity Recently, in a community where one of our ad- vanced schoo!s is located, a brother from a needy field made an earnest appeal for old shoes and cloth- ing. The plea was a strong one—so strong that it at once set people tO ransacking trunks and boxes4 cel- lars and attics in an endeavor to help meet the need. As a result four hundred pairs of shoes and seven good-sized boxes of clothing were collected— really a remarkable response. Stowed away in garret and cella!- in many homes are discarded and outgrown garments which should be in use. There never was a time when there were more needy people in the world than there are today, and we have a responsibility in helping to supply their needs. is it right, do you think, to keep cast-off clothing in our homes, doing no one any good, when many of our less fortunate brothers and sisters are ac- tually Suffering for the need of it? Will not the Mas- ter say in that day to those who fail to hear the cry of the poor, "I was naked and ye clothed me not .... depart?" The Southeastern Negro Mission will gladly ac- cept second hand books and clothing: If you wish to give to a, really worthy cause here is an opportunity. Address your gifts to MiSs Anna Knight, 209 Greens- ferry Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia. � Miss Knight is in chawe of the Missionary Volunteer work in this field, and has expressed her willingness to see that the supplies are sorted and sent where they • will do the most good. Christian help work of this kind is greatly appre- ciated. Some time ago a half worn coat was sent to a young woman who was badly in need of it. A friend of the girl wrote in acknowledgment: "I am very glad to say that the coat came duly to hand and I have sent it on to the girl in school, and have had word from her that she received it, and she is delighted with it. She sends thanks to you and so do I. Really I cannot tell you how very thankful I am to you for this kind help you have given us. I did not know just what I was going to do, for she needed a coat so badly and my poor little Birth On :NIonday, March 31, 1919, to Mr. and Mrs.: George Butler of Chatham, Ontario--a daughter. MEADOWS:— Mrs. Grace Emma Meadows was born in Galt, Ont., February 28, 1887 and died Sunday, March 30, 1919 at the Mt. Hamilton hospital, Hamilton. Sister Meadows ha i been failing in health for a number of years, being afflicted wit It double leakage of the heart, and her sudden death came as a result of influenza. She became aquainted with and ac- cepted the truth through the faithful labors of Brother and Sister Joseph Capnian and has always been au earnest, sin- cere and active missionary worker of the Hamilton S. D. A. church. She leaves to mourn their loss a husband, Mr. J. E. Meadows, who served his country in the late war, and who has been home but a short time, her mother Mrs. Rebecca Tabby of Hamilton, her brethren in the church, and many friends all of whom will greatly miss her. The funeral was in charge of the writer assisted by Elder J. W. McComas of Toronto. We laid her away to rest awaiting the call of the Saviour. She rests from her labors and her works do follow her. � H. P. GRAY. moopx:,—Brother Hugh Moore of Halifax died of pneu- monia at the Victoria General Hospital, March 23, 1919 at the age of sixty seven years, one mouth and ten days. He leaves three brothers, one sister and a grandchud,-Silas Cook, to mourn their loss. In his death the church loses a faithful and beloved member. Although a very quiet man he always stood firmly for the truth and will be missed by all. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Bev. 14:13. Indeed he rests from his labors and his works do follow him. M. CHAPMAN. ARGO:—Ida Watt Argo was born Nov. 18, 1870 and died March 31, 1910. � Her husband and three survive children. Sister Argo has been a Seventh-day Adventist for over twenty years. Her hope was centered in the soon coming Saviour. She selected Romans 8:18 as her favorite text to be read at her last earthly service. Sister 4rgo sleeps in the blessed hope of eternal life. � B. M. HEALD. Colporteur's Report for Week Ending Apr. 5, 1919 Ontario Name �Book Hrs Ord � Value Helps Total Del. E Lamont OD &DR 53 � 182 00 182 00 182 00 Quebec W. Duclos � GC 47 13 � (67 00 2 00 69 00 Totals 46 66 � 249 00 2 00 251 00 182 00 It •.............41 • .....• •'.1%.. • • .M....• • -S. • • .... • ..... • • ....-• wt..... • r-.....• v..... • •-••••.- • v-,.... • s......,,17.-••••V: OBITUARIES ••••11....•,...11....4 • •••••••. • • -.MM. • • ...Va.. • 1.••••••.. • •-••••,.. • • ••••••• • •-•••••- • • ...IN.. •