ARTICLES OF FAITH OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF 1. We believe in God the Eternal Father, and it His Son Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost. 2. We believe that men will be punished for their own eins, and not for Adam's transgression. 3. We believe that, through the atonement of Christ, all mankind may be saved, by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the Gospel. 4. We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: First, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of Hands for the Gift of the Holy Chost. 5. We believe that a man must be called of God, by "prophecy, and by the laying on of hands," by those who are in authority, to preach the gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof. 6. We believe in the same organization that existed in the primitive church-namely, Apostles, Prophets, Pastors, Teachers, Evangelists, etc. 7. We believe in the gift of tongues, prophecy, revelation, visions, healing, interpretation of tongues, etc. 8. We believe the Bible to be the word of God, as far as it is translated correctly; we also believe the Book of Mormon to be the word of God. 9. We believe all that God has revealed, all that He does now reveal, and we believe that He will yet reveal many great and important things pertaining to the Kingdom of God. 10. We believe in the literal gathering of Israel and in the restoration of the Ten Tribes; that Zion will be built upon this (the American) continent; that Christ will reign personally upon the earth, and that the earth will be renewed and receive its paradisiacal glory. 11. We claim the privilege of worshiping Almighty God according to the dictates of our conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may. 12. We believe in being subject to kings, presidents, rulers, and magistrates; in obeying, honoring and sustaining the law. 18. We believe in being honest, true, chaste, benevolent, virtuous, and in doing good to all men; indeed, we may say that we follow the admonition of Paul, "We believe all things, we hope all things," we have endured many things, and hope to be able to endure all things. If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, we seek after these things. JOSEPH SMITH. In the rush attending the establishment of a new paper typographical and other errors often happen. Those noted in the Star by our readers will please excuse and we trust that it will not occur after the routine is fully created. Superintendents of Sunday Schools of the Southern States are urgently requested to send in their reports for the year 1898 as early as possible after the close of the year. Have it all ready to close up with the month of December to mail January 1st, 1899. Don't forget "Ye Elders of Isreal" that we will be pleased to publish your best sermons if you will send them in. Remember the Star is our very own paper. Webster devotes a long series of definitions to the meaning of the word, which he designates as a noun, also as an adjective. His second article is thus: "The assent of the mind to the statement as we see in the religious world today. We would see just as little fruits on the if the same disposition of the teacher's instructions were practiced as we find done today by religious students. If the question were asked, "Why do not these signs follow them that believe?" the answer would generally be made, "because we or proposition of another, on the ground have not the faith," or "because of the manifest truth of what he utters; firm and earnest belief, on probable evidence of any kind, especially in regard to important moral truth." The generally accepted meaning of the lulled more innocent souls into fancied they have been done away with;" to a candid reader of the Scriptures they can find no authority for such deductions. They have to admit these are only the opinions of men. It is idle to say there is no faith in the world today, such as could call down the blessings of God, signs and miracles, as were enjoyed in ancient times; the trouble is the faith that does not enjoy these privileges is based on error. They have a wrong conception of the great initial step wards salvation, they have trusted too implicity in the preachers "Only believe and you shall be saved." They have not "searched the Scriptures." to If we carefuly search the Scriptures we will find there is very much more for us to do than just give a mere intellectual assent to their teachings. We must follow our Great Leader. Not only have perfect confidence in what He teaches, but do it also. Have as much faith in what He tells to do-never mind how simple it may seem; as we do in the belief that what he says is right; then where we have "done the will of the Father we will know of the doctrine." Then we may then our faith will have been such that we can "call in the Elders if there be Even the Jews concede there was a man who was called Jesus, and after whom a large following believed, but they do not think He had any heavenly enjoy the blessings of those who believe endorsement. They say He was taken from His sepulcher by His own people, but we and the Christian world generally believe Him to be of immaculate conception, of perfect life and really the "Christ our Redeemer." Now this is the point where we, as Latter-Day Saints, and the other denominations begin to diverge. mere assent to We do not believe a any sick among you;" in fact we can enjoy all that is promised "them that believe." was Apostle James' Epistle is pungent in his admonitions to the twelve tribes to be "doers of the word and not hearers only." He certainly a practical faith teacher, and this is really the import of all the great teachers in Scriptures, and we of this day must not forget to add to our faith works of the most demonstrative character, then we are on the true road to salvation. President Rich is very desirous of getting in the annual reports of the various Conferences at the very earliest possible date after January 1st. To use his expression, he wants to compile the mission report for 1898 on January 2d, 1899. Please be expeditious and get them in early. We rejoice in the daily perusal of the Salt Lake Tribune, and the Salt Lake Herald, both of which come as exchanges. We hope to soon have this courtesy from the Deseret News instead of semi-weekly. PERFECTION THE AIM OF LIFE. A Discourse given at the Sixty-Eighth An nual Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, in the Tabernacle, Salt Lake City, Wednesday, April 6th, 1898, by President Lorenzo Snow. There is no man or woman who can stand is, and every man that hath this hope in Him purifieth himself, even as He is pure." Every man having this hope in Him purifies himself. There then naturally arises a determination to work for that high and noble position, to work for those wonderful promises made. There is an inducement to pursue a course of right eousness. In this system of religion that you and have received there is something grand and glorious, and something new to learn every day, that is of great value. And it is not only our privilege but it is necessary that we receive these things and gather these new ideas. This Church, in its travels from the beginning, has passed through, as was told by President Cannon this morning, the most severe I take pleasure in occupying this posi-occurring constantly, and we will find it tion a short time, and with the aid of far from easy to overcome them. Unless your prayers and the exercise of your we improve as we move along we will faith, I would like to say something that find it very difficult to magnify our call-I will prove of mutual benefit. It is the ings and to perform the work required at privilege of Latter-Day Saints who have our hands. Latter-Day Saints should not It is a entered into convenants with the Lord, permit themselves to stand still. who has revealed Himself in these latter privilege we have to serve the Lord and times, to constantly improve, and espe- enjoy His Spirit in our labors, but many cially under circumstances of the present of the people lose that portion of happiness that they might enjoy because of where we assemble together and can exercise our faith in the interest of those not reflecting seriously upon their duties who address us. And no Latter-Day and acting wisely and prudently. trials which tried the heart and soul of Saints should withdraw from an assemWe are told that the Lord will reveal every man and woman in it. Now if we blage of this character without having unto our minds things past, things pres- had not been pretty fair Latter-Day received something that will be of im-ent and things to come. There is a cer- Saints in the past we could not have done portance in the future scenes of their tain amount of qualification that could as well as we have, and we could not lives. In and of ourselves we cannot pos- be had by becoming possessed of a have looked back with so much pleasure sibly comply with all the commandments knowledge of things that are past; that on what we have accomplished. When that God has given unto us. Jesus Him- is to say, in reference to ourselves, to the we get into the other life and look back self could not without divine aid from things we have done in the past-those upon our past lives, which we will unHis Father accomplish His work. He duties imposed upon us. There is a sat-doubtedly understand, some of our acsaid on one occasion, "I can of my own isfaction and an enjoyment in such re- tions will be of the highest pleasure to self do nothing, as I hear I judge and my flections. And then when we reflect upon reflect upon, and will add to our enjoyjudgment is just because I seek not my the future, and the exaltation that the ment in the future life. For instance, own will but the will of the Father who Lord proposes to bestow upon us there Abraham, when he reflects upon what sent me." And we, if it was necessary is joy in that. There is great enjoyment he accomplished in this life, when in for Him, our Lord, to have divine asto be had in having done right in the past obedience to the command of God he sistance, will find it all the more im- and meditating upon the fact, and feeling took his only son, through whom he had portant to receive His assistance. And that we are doing right now, because it is been promised glorious blessings, up on in every circumstance and condition sur- the privilege of every Latter-Day Saint the high mountain and was about to sacrounding the Latter-Day Saints, while to know when he is doing that which per- rifice him. The Lord praised him for in the performance of their duties, they tains to the things of the Lord. If our doing this. Now if Abraham had not are entitled to supernatural aid from the past conduct has been such, and Holy Spirit, to help in the various con- present conduct is such that we will be happened he would not have been able ditions surrounding them, and in the du- entitled to receive glory and exaltation, to accomplish this thing. We ought to ties that they are required to perform. and have our bodies free from diseases improve ourselves and move faster toand death, and be crowned with im- ward the point of perfection. It is said mortal glory in the midst of our wives, that we cannot be perfect. Jesus has children and friends, worlds without end, commanded us to be perfect even as God, these are contemplations which cause us the Father, is perfect. It is our duty to to enjoy ourselves. This is the way Lat- try to be perfect, and it is our duty to At present improve each day, and look upon our ter-Day Saints should live. anxieties and a great deal of trouble, course last week and to things better this vexations are experienced by the Latter-week; do things better today than we did Day Saints, but we want to overcome them yesterday, and go on and on from these things and be qualified for the im- one degree of righteousness to another. portant duties required at our hands. The Jesus will come by and by, and appear in man who is sick is disqualified to act in our midst, as He appeared in the day things required of a healthy man. There when upon the earth among the Jews, and is this privilege that Latter- He will eat and drink with us and talk Day Saint should seek to enjoy, to know to us, and explain the mysteries of the positively that his work is accepted of Kingdom, and tell us things that are not God. I am afraid Latter-Day Saints are lawful to talk about now. not much better and perhaps they are worse than other people if they do not have this knowledge and seek to do right. It is a mighty and glorious work in which we are engaged, and its benefits, so far as we accomplish the labors assigned us, are attended with the highest advantages to ourselves. I cannot imagine anything that is so vastly important as to work for and obtain one's own individual exaltation and glory. That undoubtedly is one great purpose for which we came into the world. When we lived in the other life we had no doubt some understanding with reference to our duties in this life when we were permitted to come to this our second estate. And very likely we put ourselves under certain obligations that we would discharge certain duties devolving upon us when we came here into our second estate. And we had rendered ourselves worthy to come upon this earth for the purpose of securing these blessings that could only be obtained by observing the laws pertaining to our present estate. There are many important things required at our hands, and many things which we can do, when assisted by the Spirit of the Lord, which may at times seem almost impossible to accomplish, and no man or woman should be discouraged when they feel that they cannot complete what they would like to perform, but we all should do what we can toward carrying out the grand work for which we are here. Paul said, he pressed forward toward the mark in the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Now this is a very good principle for us to keep constantly before us day by day, month by month and year by year. We should labor for perfection so far as possible, and seek to go onward. every Our Paul was caught up in the third heaven, and he heard and saw things that were of the highest advantage to him, and, although he was not permitted to say what he saw and heard there, on account of the hardness of the hearts of the people, we can see the effects of it in his teachings and writings in that day. Paul said: "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, that it is not robbery to be equal with God." Well, that was an extraordinary expression for Paul to make at that time, but there was something in it. John says: "Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be, but we know that when He shall appear we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He been faithful for some time before this We are going back to Jackson county, Missouri, one of these days. Now if it was proper to wish it I would not care if it was tomorrow, if word should come for us to go back to Jackson county and build up a great city there. The day will come when Latter-Day Saints will be selected-all may not be called at once, but those who are worthy will be called. There will be no poverty in that day. There will be plenty of food, clothing and other necessaries of life; and the father who has a family, if called suddenly to depart this life, will know that his wife and children will be taken care of, that provision will be made for their sustenance and comfort. But this is the United Order that we sometimes hear mentioned, but the time perhaps has not yet come to establish it. But the LatterDay Saint will never be satisfied with any other arrangement that might be proposed. The nations of the earth have for a long time been trying to establish some principle by which they can be financially sustained, united and live in peace, but have not succeeded. But the Lord has revealed a principle clearly and definitely so that there will be no mistake about it. The system will bring financial union to the Latter-Day Saints, and we will be satisfied with it as we are now with the principles of the Gospel. It will suit us. It is something that is natural. And then you and I will have no trouble about our children's temporal welfare. This will take place and whoever goes to Jackson county will meet with that sympathy and friendship that were not met with in early days, and because of the absence of which the people were allowed to be driven out. These are things for the Latter-Day Saints and for every man and woman to think about, and we should commence to prepare and fit ourselves for the United Order. As far as spiritual things are concerned we are pretty well united, but when it comes to temporalities we often differ. But you will see the day, if you live properly, observe the Word of Wisdom and do that which is required, you will go back to Jackson county, many of you whom I am addressing this after noon. I am sure of this. God bless you brethren and sisters and also President Woodruff, the most remarkable man that dwells on the face of the earth, and whom the Lord has most wonderfully blessed during all the scenes of life. It is grand and glorious to think what the Lord has accomplished with Brother Woodruff, and with the Saints generally. God bless you, is my prayer continually. Amen. PRIESTHOOD AND PRESIDENCY. (Continued from last week.) seers, notably of Isaiah the Prophet, and Apostle of Jesus Christ by divine appoint- Another passage in the Doctrine and Covenants is relied upon and frequently quoted by the disciples of the "Presidency by lineage" theory. It is this: Let us now consider the claim that at the death of Joseph Smith, the Prophet, Seer and Revelator, no one could legally succeed him but his oldest son. This is based first on the alleged doctrine of lineage in the Priesthood; second on a revelation given January 19, 1841, in reference to a blessing upon Joseph Smith and his posterity; third on a revelation given in February, 1831, in reference to the power of appointment given to the Prophet Jos-firmed to be handed down from father to eph; fourth, on reported statements that son, and rightly belongs to the literal Joseph the Prophet "appointed" or "or- descendants of the chosen seed to whom dained" or "promised" that his son Jos- the promises were made," etc. eph should succeed him as President. "The order of this Priesthood was con It will be seen from the context that As to lineage in the Priesthood: W. W. this has no reference whatever to PresiBlair, First Counselor to Joseph the son dency, nor does it relate to any office in of Joseph the Prophet, held that the the Priesthood but that of Patriarch. The Priesthood given to the latter must needs quotation we have cited is in Doc. & descend to the former, because the Lord declared on December 6th, 1832: Cov. Sec. 107, verse 40. It is preceded, in verse 39, by these instructions; "Therefore, thus saith the Lord unto you with whom the Priesthood has con- In meeting this alleged argument, it is not admitted for a moment that the Lord rejected the Church which he established with a promise of its perpetuity, nor that any but a minority of its members went into transgression, nor that the authority and keys of the Holy Priesthood were taken away, nor that the Lord in permitting his people to be removed to the "Tops of the mountains," designed any affliction to come upon his people except for their benefit and the magnifying of his church in the eyes of the nations. He has fulfilled in their history in the Vales of Utah the sayings of the prophets concerning Zion: "The wilderness and the solitary place have been made glad for them." "Springs have burst forth and waters in the desert." "The branch of the Lord is made beautiful and glorious, and the fruit of the earth is excellent and comely for them that are escaped of Israel." "The Spirit has been poured out from on high;" "The work of right-mained in the lineage of the ancients. eousness is peace;" God's people "dwell But supposing the promise is to be unin sure dwellings and quiet resting places; derstood that all or any of the sons of they sow beside all waters." "The eyes those men shall receive and enjoy the of the blind have been opened, the ears Priesthood which their fathers held, even of the deaf unstopped." "The lame leap then it would have no bearing upon the as the hart; the tongue of the dumb is power of Presidency. The right to premade to sing." The Lord has lifted up side does not inhere in the authority of "an ensign on the mountains" where the Priesthood. A man may hold all the house of the Lord is reared, and people authority of the Priesthood without havfrom all nations are flowing unto it. ing the right to preside. This is clearly "Zion that brought good tidings has gone defined in the later revelations of God to up into the high mountain," and "the the Church, and indeed was shown from time to favor her, yea the set time is the beginning. Joseph Smith was a come." These are the sayings of ancient | Prophet, a Seer, a Revelator and an "It is the duty of the Twelve in all large branches of the Church to ordain firmed to be handed down from father to The order of which Priesthood? The order of the Evangelists, of course. Joseph the Prophet said that this term referred to Patriarchs and this is manifest in the following verses from 41 to 57, which show that this part of the duty of the Twelve consisted solely of ordaining Patriarchs as designated unto them by revelation. Verse 58 says: "It is the duty of the Twelve also to ordain and set in order all the other officers of the Church," etc. The use made of this revelation by those who wrest it to conform to their mistaken theory is one more instance of their repeated perversions of the word of God. The chief reliance, however, of the "Lineage" advocates is placed on the revelation given January 19th, 1841: For this anointing I have put upon his head, that his blessing shall also be put upon the head of his posterity after him. And as I said unto Abraham concerning the kindreds of the earth, even so I say unto my servant Joseph, in thee and in thy seed shall the kindred of the earth be blessed." (Doc. & Cov. Sec. 124: 57, 58.) In quoting this isolated portion of that revelation without the context which shows its true signification, they still further pervert the word of the Lord. In the various publications issued for the purpose of making it appear that these promises of the Lord had reference to the oldest son of the Prophet, the words "of Priesthood, authority and calling" are placed in brackets after the words "his blessing" in the revelation; also in brackets the words "first, eldest" after the word "head" in the revelation, thus endeavoring to influence the reader and warp his understanding. (To be continued.) Annual Reports Wanted. It is desired that the annual, statistical and financial report of each Sunday school and branch, in each Conference, be compiled and sent to the President of the Conference promptly, where he in turn will compile the same into a Conference Report, covering all of these matters, and send the information to this office as soon after the 31st of December, 1898, as possible. We do not want to wait for one, two or any number of months before receiving these reports, because the Authorities in Zion will be calling for the Mission Report immediately upon the opening of the new year. We wish each Conference President to strike off as many copies of the following questions, calling for the information wanted, as he has branches in his Conference, and send each Presiding Elder one, with an urgent request that he or the Secretary of the Branch forthwith (after Dec. 31, 1898), fill in the figures opposite each item and return the report to him, then he in turn can compile his Conference report and forward to the Mission Headquarters, so that we can send in our report without delay. Put each item on a line and leave room for the figures to be filled in. It can be made very simple, just like we herewith give it: How Many High Priests. How Many Seventies. How Many Elders. ference. Kind Words for the Star. Provo, Ala., Dec. 8, 1898. a dream that man praying in the woods, a long time ago.' To the Editor: "As the conversation continued, Elder The general appearance is vividly fascinating, neat and free from apparent boldness. Our motto is splendid. Each representation is quite suggestive. The reading matter is par excellence. Truly we have great cause to be proud of "Southern Star." May our Star of the South grow brighter as time rolls on and age develops her value and strength. May Our Father bless our efforts in this new feature; and though at times we may have to meet the darkness as most such enterprises do, we may feel there is that consolation from the poet: "If in the dusk of the twilight, Dim be the regions afar, Will not the deepening darkness Brighten the glimmering 'Star?" We offer our congratulations to all who have helped to make our paper what it is. With kindest love, I remain your Brother, in behalf of South Alabama Conference. IRVING L. PRATT. A Testimony. From the Millennial Star. The following letter from Elder David O. McKay, of the Scottish Conference, relates a remarkable incident which shows how the hearts of the people are prepared for the reception of the gospel. "The Elders laboring in Ayr, relate the following experience which will be interesting and encouraging perhaps to some of the readers of the Star: "For some time after our arrival inAyr, we had no encouragement whatever from the people; but were met with such cold indifference that our hopes were lowered nearly to the point of despair. However, we persevered with our street meetings and on July 4, had the satisfaction of speaking to our first good audience. As the meeting proceeded a spirit of opposition became manifest. Our opponents tried to interrupt us, but a woman's encouraging voice was heard, saying: 'Pay no attention to the disturbers; your teachings are in accordance with the Scriptures. Go on with your meeting!' She was an entire stranger to us, and little knew at the time what consolation and encouragement her words gave two humble servants of the Lord. "She was recognized at several of our A Belated Sentiment. Provo, Monroe County, Ala., Nov. 29. By Irvine L. Pratt, of South Alabama Con-succeeding meetings, and on the evening of Sept. 5, we had the pleasure of conDear Editor:-Truly we have cause to versing with her. Mrs. Wilson, for that rejoice over our new enterprise, the is her name, invited us to her home, and "Southern Star," which will be such an assistance to us in publishing the Gospel in accepting the invitation we took with us some views of Utah. In the illustraYou may rest assuerd "South Alab- tion of the Salt Lake temple is a picture ama" gives you her heartiest approval on one of the windows showing the and fullest support. We bid you God speed in this praise- Prophet Joseph Smith receiving his first worthy undertaking and wait with anx-vision. When Mrs. Wilson saw this she ious minds for our first number. shed tears of joy and said: 'I saw in in this land. "Mr. Wilson received us kindly and manifested an interest in our message. We have visited their home frequently, always receiving the greatest kindness. "Mrs. Wilson and her two daughters were baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on the 7th inst. Their testimony is indeed a strong May it help to strengthen and encourage others!" one. A Newspaper Change. We note with pleasure the corroboration of the report that Elder C. W. Penrose is to again take up the pen in defense of Utah and the Mormons. He will assume editorial change of the Desert News on Jan. 1, 1899, the Cannon lease having expired, the News reverts to the church in its sole capacity. Some years ago Elder Penrose held this position with great credit to the cause. His friends loved him and his enemies feared him. He it was when occasion required, could make the Tribune fairly writhe in fury, but were unable to answer back his scathing rebukes. His masterful arguments for whatever he defended were indeed grand, and the News rapidly forged ahead into the front ranks of Western Newspapers. The business management has also been changed. Elder H. G. Whitney having been assigned to this important position. He also is just the right man in the right place, having had an extensive experience in the managemen of papers. news For years he held this position on the Salt Lake Herald to the full satisfaction of all the directors except some of the ultra anti-Mormon element who secured a controling interest. Elder Whitney is a man who will build the financial interests of the News and make it one of the best paying newspapers in the state. The Star hails the change with pleasure. Carpenter a Genius. Carpenter and his wife and family left Washington County News: Joseph W. here Saturday, the 12th, for Fredonia, Arizona, where, if circumstances are favorable, they will make their home. Mr. Carpenter for many years published the St. George Union, and in many other ways was a valuable citizen. He is quite a genuis; much of the type used in his work was cast by himself, and he did his own engraving, stereotyping and electrotyping. He is also a watch and clock repairer, a photographer, a carpet weaver, cooper, a broom maker, a farmer; could play several instruments, weave silk, gave magic lantern displays, fixed musical instruments and bicycles, and various other things. Strictly upright and honest in all his dealings, he leaves many friends behind, with whom the News joins in wishing him success. This is a natural condition of many of our people, who, by force of circumstances, have found it necessary to do all kinds of work in the early settlement of Utah, at the time they were ostracised by the people from whom they fled, to seek a home of safety in the fastness of the Rocky Mountains. PRESIDENT REPORT OF MISSION CONFERENCES FOR WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 26, 1898. 33 Hale.. Mitchell N.C. 16 47 355 24 222224 Lula.. Columbia Fla. Smyrna Rutherford.... Tenn. 10 1 Colon. Chatham. N. C. 18 Knott's Mill. Orangeburg... 8 C. 18 Jackson... Hinds Miss. *NO REPORT. MILLENNIAL STARLINGS. By letter from President J. W. West of the London conference, we learn that the work is progressing favorably in that part. He reports seven late additions to the church with favorable prospects ahead. The Elders are busy arranging for a lecture by Elder George W. Palmer, this being the first of a course of lectures, on "Utah and Her People," to be delivered in the various conferences throughout the British mission. The lectures are to be illustrated with lime-light views of Utah scenery, such as Indians in their native costume, grand mountain scenery, magnificent canyons, For the German Mission-Ferdinand H. 14,041; in open-air meetings and otherZarbock, Salt Lake City. wise, 12,277; books distributed-sold, G; For the Swiss Mission-Andrew E. Fu-loaned, 101; given away, 34; strangers' hrimann, Providence. houses visited-with first tract only, 5,Along with the company was Mrs. Su-158; by first invitation, 219; by re-invita1,533. san Duerden of Castle Gate, Utah, who tion, 805; Gospel conversations, was making a visit to Burnley. Meetings held-hall, 229; cottage, 53; outReleases and Appointments-John door, 141; Sunday schools, 27; Bible TheJones, traveling Elder in the Norwichological Classes, 9; Priesthood meetings, conference, has been honorably released 4. Baptisms-new members, 17; children, on account of ill health, to return home 7; confirmations, 24; ordinations, 6. Childon the steamship Anchoria, which will ren blessed-of church members, 17; of sail from Glasgow, Dec. 15, 1898. non-church members, 7; emigrated over eight years of age, 5; under eight years, 1; died-over eight years, 2; under eight years, 2; new subscribers for Star se The following named Traveling Elders have been honorably released to return home on the steamship Furnessia, which will sail from Glasgow, Dec. 29, 1898: W. A. N. Challis, Birmingham confer cured, 5. The time remaining was occupied by gold and silver mines, and buildings illus-ence; Heber T. Booth, and John Houston, Elders Dan Muir, Heber T. Booth. Ephtrative of the wonderful advancement Newcastle conference; Isaac Nash and D. raim Briggs and Edward Sutton. made from the log cabin to the mansion, B. Thomas, Welsh Conference; and Arincluding the noted Mormon Temple and thur Gardiner, London conference. Tabernacle. President West also desires to express thanks to the unknown friend at Dunstable who so kindly sent fifteen shillings to aid the cause of truth, and asks the blessings of the Lord to rest upon the donor for the gift and the good wishes expressed. Elders Platte D. Wyman and Henry W. Naisbitt arrived in Liverpool on Sunday, Nov. 27, on the American steamship Adria. Brother Lyman comes to preside over the European mission and Brother Naisbitt as his second counselor. Elder James L. McMurrin, who has been appointed first counselor, will come at a later date. Samuel B. Tenney and Joseph Holland have been appointed to labor as traveling Elders in the Newcastle conference. Newcastle Conference. The Newcastle conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was There were in attendance the presidency The brethren experienced an extremely violent storm at sea which somewhat dePresident Gilchrist, after making a few layed their arrival, but with the preserv-opening remarks, presented the general ing care of Divine Providence, which has always attended the Elders of the Latter Day Saints in their journeyings, they were permitted to land in the best of health and spirits. authorities of the church and the presi- Elder Thomas Gilchrist was sustained as president of, and the following named Arrivals The following named mission- Elders as missionaries in the Newcastle aries from Zion arrived in Liverpool on conference, to labor in the respective disthe American steamship Adria, on Sun-tricts as follows: Heber T. Booth and day, Nov. 27, at 11 o'clock a. m.: John Jeppson in the Stanly district: AnFor the British Mission-Platte D. Ly-drew A. Gibbons and L. J. Brown in the man, of Bluff, Utah, and Henry W. Naisbitt, of Salt Lake City, of the newly appointed presidency of the European mission; Samuel B. Tenney, Luna, New Mexico; Joseph Holland, Grant, Idaho. For the Scandinavian Mission-Severin Neilsen, Mill Creek; August Mineer, St. Johns, Ariz.; Oluf Larson, Randolph; James C. Poulsen, Safford, Ariz.: John A. Blomquist, Labelle, Idaho; John A. Pear son, Rexburg, Idaho; John C. Neilsen, Hyrum, Charles Delbert Ahlstrom, Tropic. Stockton district; Ephraim Briggs and The following statistical report for the The speakers in the afternoon services were Elders John Houston, James E. Meeks and President Joseph W. McMurrin; and those of the evening were Elder John Jeppson, President Rulon S. Wells and Elder Lorenzo J. Brown. The afternoon and evening meetings were well attended by both saints and friends, who, by their marked attention, manifested great interest in the speaking. Owing to the hurried visit of the Presidency, Priesthood meeting was held at the conference house, 37 Cavendish Road, Jesmond, Newcastle, Saturday evening, Nov. 26, 1898. Presidents Wells and Me Murrin gave some valuable instructions to the Elders and exhorted them to be faithful and continue in well doing. EDWARD SUTTON, In his cirucular letter to the Elders, President Pratt of the South Alabama Conference says: "You will notice from page 3 of the Southern Star that our reports are to be published each week. BE We do not want it to be said of us 'No PROMPT WITH YOUR REPORTS. report in yet.' No! No! No! Nor do head of ours in any line of the work." we want to see any other Conference a The Star commends this advice to all the Elders of the South. Be prompt in making your reports. After January reports thus giving the Presidents two weeks' will be printed two weeks after date, time to reach the office. 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