Letters and Manuscripts — Volume 7 (1891-1892)

Lt 68, 1891

White, W. C.

Grand Rapids, Michigan

May 4, 1891

Previously unpublished.

Dear Son Willie:

We are about ready to take the train for Petoskey. I spoke Sabbath to a good congregation with much freedom. Spoke Sunday afternoon under the auspices of the Good Templars. We had an excellent audience and words were spoken in the highest commendation of the words spoken upon temperance from a Christian’s standpoint. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 1

One of the prominent men stated there had been an essay passed in to be read, but he said he decided to pass it over for next meeting. The most solemn words spoken he wished them to take home with them and not forget them. Nothing could be added to improve the impression made. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 2

All here are greatly encouraged and cannot express their gratitude so fully as they desire. Brother Moore says the lecture given in the Good Templar’s Hall will be the most wonderful help to the church here and give it a standing it has not had before, for everybody was highly pleased with what was said. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 3

I am thankful I can now rest and take it easier. I believe sincerely the camp meeting held in this place would do more good than if held in Lansing. There is no special interest there. Here there is considerable interest. [At] the last camp meeting held, Canright was putting in his lies, and what was done had [been] through much hard labor. Now it would be different. Canright can have no particular influence. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 4

Elder Starr has spoken several times. I have spoken twice. Elder Starr is much appreciated, for he feeds the hungry sheep and lambs. I am glad he will be in Petoskey. He is so cheerful, he has a cheerful influence. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 5

I sent lots of matter back to Battle Creek last Thursday and Friday. I shall now seek to get settled in our own home and then will write if possible. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 6

I shall not ask any of you to write me. If you are too busy to write then I would not want to overtax anyone. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 7

Mother.

We are having lovely weather. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 8

W.C.W.: There has been furniture sent from Grand Rapids Mission to Battle Creek, stored in the basement of Tabernacle. If some of this could be sent for mission at Petoskey it will save them from buying. Bro. Starr mentions bedsteads, chairs, tables, all these will be needed, and if there is room in the car had better be sent. Send Miller stove, for they want it at Petoskey. Will pay me for the stove. If there is not room in car then let it go. I am rather nervous packing and my letter is not very connected. Excuse all mistakes. 7LtMs, Lt 68, 1891, par. 9

Mother.