Lt 259, 1905

Hare, Brother and Sister [G. A.]

“Sanitarium,” National City, California

September 14, 1905

Previously unpublished. +^{NoteOne or more typed copies of this document contain additional Ellen White handwritten interlineations which may be viewed at the main office of the Ellen G. White Estate.}

Dear Brother and Sister Hare,—

Since the camp-meeting in Los Angeles I have been suffering from an attack of influenza. Though I am now much better, I am not yet entirely free from its effects. I had heavy burdens to bear at the Los Angeles camp-meeting. On Sabbath I spoke in the large tent to about two thousand people. Inhaling the impure air of the crowded tent brought on symptoms of poisoning. I suffered severely from pleurisy and pain in my side.20LtMs, Lt 259, 1905, par. 1

Last Sabbath I spoke in the Carr Street church in Los Angeles. I feared that I would be unable to speak, but strength was given to me, and I spoke without inconvenience. I took up the fifty-eighth chapter of Isaiah and was more thankful than I could express that the Lord helped me.20LtMs, Lt 259, 1905, par. 2

Last Monday we came to this sanitarium. I have spoken twice to the patients, and yesterday morning I spoke to the workmen assembled in the dining room. I am thankful that the Lord impresses His Word upon the hearts of the people.20LtMs, Lt 259, 1905, par. 3

The work on the building here has been somewhat hindered because of a scarcity of lumber, but the workmen are kept very busy. They need the wisdom and judgment that God alone can give.20LtMs, Lt 259, 1905, par. 4

I may remain here to attend the camp-meeting at San Diego in November. This camp-meeting is to follow an effort with a tent by Elder Simpson. In Los Angeles over two hundred have been converted through the tent efforts, and the interest still continues unabated. More work must be done there later on, but for a time now Elder Simpson will work in San Diego.20LtMs, Lt 259, 1905, par. 5

Since I left Washington I have received no letters from you. A few days ago I asked Brother Robinson to write to you, requesting that you return the copy of what I wrote off so hastily just as I was leaving Takoma Park. I wish this to complete some matter that will be of great importance to you and your work.20LtMs, Lt 259, 1905, par. 6