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temperance sermons, have become, in the language of theprophet, D.D.'s—"dumb dogs which cannot bark" (Isaiah56:10). Indulgence has invaded church membership andthe ranks of officials; churches as bodies have changedtheir witness. So many of them have conformed to our socalled"drinking culture."But, thank the Lord there ARE voices here andthere that let themselves be heard, and forcefully. One ofthe most encouraging words of witness came in theeditorial in CHRISTIANITY TODA Y, issue of November6, 1970, entitled: "Another Look at Abstinence." Thewriter says, in a forthright manner: "The most destructivedrug in general use today is the one whose massivelyharmful effects are least noticed. 'You can worry all youwant about any future addiction to narcotics among ourpopulation,' says one survey, 'yet it will never be morethan a small fraction of the problem we already have withaddiction to ' alcohol'."After going on to describe the situation thatalcoholism is the nation's worst health problem and thatthe number of alcoholics is estimated today at 9 million,and after pointing out the loss of life caused by drink, thewriter says: "The saddest part of the problem is thatvirtually nothing is being done about it. Hardly anyoneseems to care."Thank God for this testimony which has gone out togreat numbers of readers of CHRISTIANITY TODA Y.And thank God that something is being done about it, as istestified by your presence and by the work of theorganizations which you represent.Ihe truth is being told to counteract falsehood. 1wish to mention several organizations andpersons: the International Reform Federation'sstalwart stand; the results of the excellent research by Mr.Krusich of the Business Men's Research Foundation inChicago respecting the enormity of the problem ofrehabilitation and the ineffectiveness of what has beenBeaver Falls, Pa. 15010Ph.412-846-5100Room and Board InformationSaturday evening supper through Friday eveningsupperRoom and Board 28.00Board Only17 - 25Room Only110 °Charge for single room request 1 -00Room includes one set of bed linen, blanket, towels,md soap.Part-Time Charges:Room 1st night 2.75Room each additional night '•""Meals Breakfast RegularLunchCafeteriaDinnerSynod InformationA T GENEVA COLLEGEJune 12-18, 1971Pricesattempted — the absolutely prohibitive cost of effectiverehabilitation. Mr. Krusich calls our attention to thewisdom of working on the prevention side, as we havebeen doing.You have noted the attempt of the National SafetyCouncil to change its attitude toward the social drinker asa driver, and the effective answer to all this by Mr.William Plymat.Thank the Lord for the victorious campaign wagedin the state of Kansas against liquor-by-the-drink; also thefight in Texas, though the battle was lost there.The truth is continuously and effectively being toldby the National Women's Christian Temperance Union —nationally and through state, county and local groups; theTruth for Youth campaign carried on by Roger Bohall;the work in the schools of Ohio by Louis Berger; that ofDr. Weir representing the National Reform Associationconfronting youth in western Pennsylvania with the use offilms in our schools; the American Council on AlcoholProblems and the American Temperance Society both areto be highly commended for their intelligent leadershipand getting the truth out to the public on a wide scale; andthose individuals and other organizations not named areto be commended and encouraged to keep on KEEPINGALIVE THE ISSUE AND PRESSING IT.Yes, we are here for taking counsel. This is theLord's work, and labor in the Lord is not in vain. Ourchildren and our grandchildren will reap the benefits ofour labors.But we have our work cut out for us. No sooner hadcigarette advertising gone off the air by radio andtelevision than the promoters of hard liquors sent outfeelers for advertising their products over the air. Let usnot take this lying down. Not only whiskey, brandy,vodka, rum, and gin must be kept off these media buteventually beer and wine likewise. God grant. . . •The Christian StatesmanNo extra charge for room Friday night, June 18, ifneeded.If any committee is planning to meet prior to Synodand needs sleeping rooms and or meeting rooms, pleaselet us know as far in advance as possible.Delegates will be met at Greater Pittsburgh Airporton Saturday, providing you notify us ahead of time. Youwill be met in the lounge near the T.W.A. desk by driverswearing a badge. If we cannot meet you at the exact timewe will inform you of the time that you will be met.Synod meetings will be in air-conditioned groundfloor lecture room of Science and Engineering Building.Open meetings will be in Old Main Chapel.Please send your requests for room and board to Mr.McConaughy immediately and include your arrival timeifyou plan to fly.APRIL 21, 1971 9