the "unity of the faith," the "one Lord, one faith, one baptism," one hope, one spirit of the Church of the Redeemer, various creeds, diverse ceremonies, spiritless forms, man-made sermons and endless contentions. Is not this the "death of revelation"? Is it preferable to the "dawn" which our learned clerical critics decry as so much behind the wonderful progress of latter-day theology? Is it possible that the most boastful and puffed-up of our purseproud promotors of modern thought and higher criticism and vain philosophy falsely called science, cannot see the folly of their position and the need of a recurrence of the old-time divine revelation, if only for the settlement of perpetual disputes and the laying again of a solid foundation on which to build anew the faith once delivered to the saints? Why should they take the position that there is no need for God to speak again to man on earth, or for angels to convey divine messages, or for the same inspiration by the Holy Ghost that was given to men of God in former times? This heresy has promoted unfaith in the souls of the children of men. They have not believed in continuous revelation because they have been taught from their childhood that it was past and "done away." It is of no use to inquire of God without faith that an answer will be given. "Ask and ye shall receive" implies faith that Deity will respond. What good reason can be offered why he that truly "seeketh” shall not "find" now in the same way pursued in past ages?

The Latter-day Saints testify to all the world that God is "the same yesterday, to-day and forever"; that the stream of revelation is not dried up; that the fountain of truth will send forth its waters of life to those who draw from it in the appointed way. The word of the Lord has come in this age of the world, as in times of old, through the Prophet Joseph Smith and his successors. This is the greatest of all dispensations, in which light and truth will be brought forth, not only as in ages past, concerning events that have gone by, but in relation to present and future unfoldments of the purposes of the Almighty. These will continue and increase, and the light now shining will grow brighter unto the perfect day, for this is the dawn of the Millennial morning. The centuries that have gone by since the Apostolic age brought the death of revelation. This is the time of its resurrection. It is a new dawn for the world.

Awake, all ye nations and kindreds and tongues! Open your eyes to the divine light from the Sun of Righteousness! It is the light of revelation. It is for all classes and countries and conditions throughout the earth. Turn away from the darkness of revelation's death and come to the glory of its living beams of splendor. Repent of all corruptions and errors, and be cleansed therefrom in baptism by immersion for the remission of sins through faith in Christ, the Son of the living God. Receive the Holy Ghost by the laying on of the hands of God's inspired messen

gers, and you shall know that God lives and that you are accepted of Him, and the light of present revelation shall be yours as a guide to you through mortal life and throughout the endless ages of eternity.

C. W. P.

A Correction. There was an error in the report of the appointment of missionaries in last week's issue of the STAR. Elder Harold L. Smith has been appointed to labor in London conference and Elder William A. Laugton in Manchester conference.

Nickel Sunday.-We wish to inform superintendents of Sunday Schools in the European Mission that Sunday, the 25th inst., is the day set apart by the General Board this year for Nickel Sunday. Please advise the teachers to lay this matter before their pupils, and to explain the necessity for and the object of the contribution. Each member can give according to his ability. A correct report and remittance of all the money collected should be made to this office immediately after the collections.

MINUTES OF THE

LONDON CONFERENCE.

THE semi-annual London conference was held at the Latter-day Saints' Assembly Rooms, South Tottenham, London, on Sunday last, the 11th inst. There were three services and each of them was well attended.

At the morning session there was a large gathering of saints, and in the afternoon the congregation had increased one-half; but in the evening the large hall was filled to overflowing; every available chair was brought into use and many people were compelled to stand. More than two hundred strangers were present. President Charles W. and Sister Romania B. Penrose were in attendance; also President Alvin E. Jordan and thirty-eight traveling elders of the London conference.

The morning service convened at 10:30. After the opening exercises, the sacrament was administered. Then words of welcome were given by President Jordan. The "Deseret Quartette" rendered a selection. The general and local authorities were presented and unanimously sustained. The statistical report was read and accepted.

Elder Harold Hulme then addressed the meeting. He spoke of the rapid advance that has been made during the two years that he has labored in the London conference. This was due to the harmony and unity that exists between the saints and elders. Showed that the spirit of truth produces peace and concord and does not contradict itself. It teaches one Lord, one faith, one baptism. He testified that Joseph Smith was a Prophet of God. The quartette rendered, "Ashamed of Jesus."

President Penrose then addressed the assembly. Was grateful for the blessings the Lord had bestowed upon the saints in London, for the splendid church building and for the excellent music rendered by the quartette. It brought peace and harmony to our souls. He referred to the vast amount of work that had been done in the conference during the past six months. It was an evidence that the elders had been interested in their work. Spoke of the good effect of street meetings, that they were great factors in bringing souls into the Church. Also showed the necessity of adopting new methods in order to reach the people. He encouraged the saints to faithfully perform their duties so as to assist the elders in disseminating the gospel.

The conference reassembled at 2:30 p.m. After singing and prayer, the quartette rendered, "Nearer my God to Thee."

Elder William L. Adamson addressed the meeting on the subject of divine authority. Showed conclusively that men must be divinely called in order to officiate acceptably in the ordinances of the gospel.

Sister Merza Young rendered the solo, "The Beautiful City," with pleasing effect.

Elder Sperry next addressed the meeting. He had enjoyed his labors very much in South London, and would carry home fond remembrances of saints and friends in the district he had labored in. He could see that the work was growing, and felt well paid for his labors. Invoked the blessings of God upon all.

"Come unto Me" was sweetly sung by Elder Edwin F. Tout and his daughter Maggie.

President Penrose, with his usual spirit and power, spoke of the harmony and the spirit which characterized the meetings, of the harmony in the singing and speaking. The voices differed, he said, but the harmony was perfect. There were different speakers, but they all had the same testimony. This is a foretaste of heavenly things. In the kingdom of God there is no strife nor contention. Peace and love and order reign there. All who enter that kingdom must be of one heart and of one mind. The gospel is to bring people to a unity of the faith, that all may be one.

At the close of the afternoon service, refreshments were served to all present, under the able management of the Relief Society, reflecting great credit upon the sisters of that organization.

Conference reconvened at 6:30 p.m. After the opening exercises, Elder Owen F. Beal discoursed upon the principles of the gospel in a clear and convincing manner, showing lucidly that the gospel was the same in all ages of the world.

Elder Tout sang, "Dream of Paradise" with euphony and cadence.

President Jordan spoke of the pleasure it gave him to see so many people willing to hear the doctrines of the saints. Testified that the Lord had restored the gospel. We are anxious that the

world should know it. The doors of this sanctuary are always open to seekers after truth. He hoped friends would continue to visit us.

President Penrose then addressed the conference. Spoke of the excellent spirit that had prevailed. The truth brings peace, love, joy. The lack of unity in modern Christendom should cause men to stop and think. There is but one true gospel, and it is not divided up into fragments. It is one perfect and harmonious whole. It is the everlasting gospel, and is for the dead as well as the living. Every soul will have the privilege of hearing and accepting the gospel. The time will come when every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is the Christ to the glory of God the Father.

Elder Edwin F. Tout, assisted by Elders Walter P. Whitehead, Alfred B. Worsley, William Bassett and William G. Willes, sang, "When from afar I wander." Benediction by Elder Walter P. Whitehead. The excellent discourses delivered by President Penrose, and the soul-inspiring music, made the occasion one of pleasure and profit to all.

Reported by ELDERS HAROLD HULME and DON C. RUSHTON.

FROM THE MISSION FIELD.

North London Relief Society Re-organized. At the close of the final session of the London conference last Sunday evening, a meeting of the North London Relief Society was held. Sister Romania B. Penrose was present and addressed the sisters. As Sister Craft, formerly president of the society, had emigrated to Zion, President Alvin E. Jordan nominated Mrs. Louise Polly as president, with Miriam Steele first counselor, and Mary Alice Stack wood seeond counselor. The nominations were approved. Sister Polly was set apart by President Penrose and Sister Steele by President Jordan. Sister Stackwood was unable to be present.

Releases and Departures.-The following missionaries were honorably released and returned home per s.s. Republic, October 10th, 1908: From Great Britain-William H. Russell, John G. Bunnell, Le Roy Dixon, Arthur Frewin, J. Thomas Birch, David Shand, Jesse Pocock, James Ratcliffe, Victor E. Candland. From Switzerland and Germany-Joseph A. Muhlestein, Edward Greosjean. From the Netherlands-Orson Guy Cardon. From ScandinaviaOrson W. Gunderson, William A. Peterson. From SwedenWilliam N. Lee, Peter G. Peterson. From New Zealand-David P. Howell. With the company were sixty-one emigrants, in charge of Elder David P. Howell, Elders Le Roy Dixon and John G. Bunnell being his assistants.

Baptisms. On the morning of the 7th inst. a baptismal service was held at the Townhead Baths, Glasgow. Two members were added to the Church. They were baptized by Elder William H. Russell.

Another member was added to the Preston branch on October 8th, 1908, by baptism, Elder E. H. Morris officiating. The branch is in a good condition.

On Wednesday evening, October 7th, 1908, about thirty-five people assembled at the Corporation Baths, Bury (Manchester conference), to witness the ceremony of baptism. After singing and prayer, President J. C. Olsen spoke briefly, giving some timely advice to those about to take upon themselves the name of the Lord. Three converts were then led into the water and received the ordinance at the hands of Elder Smith Hoge. Confirmations took place immediately after. Two of the converts were from Radcliffe and one from Bury.

Three members were added to the Nelson branch (Liverpool conference), October 10th, 1908. The ordinance was performed in the Burnley Public Baths by Elder L. Garrick.

At the close of the morning session of the London conference on Sunday last, eleven persons were baptized in the baptismal font in the Saints' chapel at South Tottenham, London. The officiating Elders were William G. Willes, George E. Anderson, D. Roy Allred and Israel E. Thompson.

Elder William J. Ruff baptized six converts into the Church at the Glossop Road Baths, Sheffield, on Sunday morning last. A goodly number of Church members and other interested persons assembled to witness the ceremony. The superintendent of the baths showed the greatest respect to the saints and their friends. He and his family attended the service and appeared to be interested in it. Short addressess were delivered by President Josiah Eardley and Elder William A. Morton. The converts were confirmed at the afternoon and evening meetings.

Successful District Meetings. Two very successful district meetings were held in the Villier's Hall, West Hartlepool, on Sunday, October 3rd, 1908. Both meetings were well attended by saints and non-members, and the Spirit of the Lord was felt in the assembly. President Caldwell and eight traveling elders were in attendance. A beautiful solo was rendered by Sister Florence Ridge of Middlesboro. It is believed that the meetings will be the means of causing some of those present to investigate the gospel.

The following account of a district meeting held in Lancaster, on Sunday the 4th inst., is furnished by President Edwin A. Crockett: "The Lancaster branch has been growing so rapidly that it became necessary to secure a larger meeting room, and we were successful in leasing the Victoria Hall, which is one of the best in Lancaster.