History of an effort to break the monopolistic control of the Railroad Commission of freight rates which favored Southern Pacific Railroad. With lists of stockholders. Many portraits.

Heritage Edition: Some 42 illustrations from a century ago. Unabridged, original text. The Sermon on the Mount is Heaven’s benediction to the world—a voice from the throne of God. It was given to mankind to be to them the law of duty and the light of heaven, their hope and consolation in despondency, their joy and comfort in all the vicissitudes and walks of life. Here the Prince of preachers, the Master Teacher, utters the words that the Father gave Him to speak. This volume also includes inspirational thoughts regarding Christ's teachings regarding the Spirituality of the Law, the True Motive in Service, Not Judging but Doing, and the Lord's Prayer. Thoughts From the Mount of Blessing contains Christ’s greeting, not only to those who believe, but to the whole human family. Throughout all time the words that Christ spoke while on earth will retain their power. Every sentence is a jewel from the treasure house of truth. The principles enunciated in His teaching are for all ages and for all classes of men. With divine energy, Christ expressed His faith and hope as He pointed out class after class as blessed because of having formed righteous characters. Living the life of the Life-giver, through faith in Him, everyone can reach the standard held up in His words. The reader of this volume will receive much encouragement in their walk with God and with their fellow man.

Heritage Edition—Over 100 illustrations of a century ago. Unabridged, original text consisting of inspiring and profound lessons from the stories and parables which Jesus told. Christ the Great Teacher gave much of His instruction as He walked with His disciples through the hills and valleys of Palestine or rested by the lake or river. In His parable teaching He linked divine truth with common things and incidents, as may be found in the experiences of the shepherd, the builder, the tiller of the soil, the traveler, and the homemaker. Familiar objects were associated with thoughts true and beautiful—thoughts of God’s loving interest in us, of the grateful homage that is His due, and of the care we should have one for another. Thus lessons of divine wisdom and practical truth were made forcible and impressive. The Scripture says, “All these things spake Jesus unto the multitude in parables; . . . that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, saying, I will open My mouth in parables; I will utter things which have been kept secret from the foundation of the world.” Matt. 13:34, 35. Natural things were the medium for the spiritual; the things of nature and the life-experience of His hearers were connected with the truths of the written word. Leading thus from the natural to the spiritual kingdom, Christ’s parables are links in the chain of truth that unites man with God, and earth with heaven. In this volume the parables are grouped according to their subjects, and their lessons are developed and illustrated. The book is full of gems of truth, and to many readers it will give a richer meaning to the common surroundings of everyday life.

Heritage Edition—Some 35 illustrations and 10 poems from a century ago. Unabridged, original text. Few books attain a distribution reckoned in millions or exert so great an influence in the uplifting of humanity as has "Steps to Christ." In countless editions, in over 150 languages, this little volume is bringing inspiration to hundreds of thousands of men and women throughout the world, even those who dwell in the remote corners of the earth. This book points the reader to Jesus Christ as the only One who is able to meet the needs of the soul. It reveals the secret of victory as it unfolds in simplicity the saving grace and the keeping power of the great Friend of all mankind. Chapter Titles: God’s Love for Man The Sinner’s Need of Christ Repentance Confession Consecration Faith and Acceptance The Test of Discipleship Growing up Into Christ The Work and the Life A Knowledge of God The Privilege of Prayer What to Do With Doubt Rejoicing in the Lord

The Prolonged Struggle of Supernatural Forces for Creation’s Loyalty as Revealed In— Vol. II.— King Solomon Until the Promised Deliverer —Prophets and Kings Heritage Edition—Some 248 Century-Old Illustrations, 472 pages This volume covers the last half of the Old Testament, from the ascension of Solomon to the throne of Israel to the prophesying of Malachi. It points out the great moral lessons to be learned from Israel’s triumphs, defeats, backslidings, captivity, and reformation, showing God’s mercy toward an obdurate people, and making these lessons of practical help to souls in times of testing. It abounds in great character studies, and above them all rises in glory supernal the coming King, the Lamb of God. CONTENTS Introduction-The Vineyard of the Lord .................. 13 SECTION I. — FROM STRENGTH TO WEAKNESS 1. Solomon ........................................ 21 2. The Temple and Its Dedication........................ 28 3. Pride of Prosperity ..................................... 39 4. Results of Transgression .............................. 45 5. Solomon’s Repentance ................................53 6. The Rending of the Kingdom ......................... 61 7. Jeroboam........................................... 68 8. National Apostasy................................. 75 SECTION II. — PROPHETS OF THE NORTHERN KINGDOM 9. Elijah the Tishbite ..................................... 81 10. The Voice of Stern Rebuke ......................... 87 11. Carmel .............................................. 96 12. From Jezreel to Horeb ........................... 104 13. “What Doest Thou Here?” .............................112 14. “In the Spirit and Power of Elias” ......................118 15. Jehoshaphat ......................................... 126 16. The Fall of the House of Ahab ....................... 135 17. The Call of Elisha ..................................144 18. The Healing of the Waters .......................... 152 19. A Prophet of Peace ................................. 156 20. Naaman ............................................ 162 21. Elisha’s Closing Ministry ........................... 168 22. “Nineveh, That Great City” ....................... 175 23. The Assyrian Captivity ............................185 24. “Destroyed for Lack of Knowledge” ................ 194 SECTION III. — A PREACHER OF RIGHTEOUSNESS 25. The Call of Isaiah ................................... 200 26. “Behold Your God!” ............................... 206 27. Ahaz ................................................. 213 28. Hezekiah ........................................... 219 29. The Ambassadors From Babylon .................... 225 30. Deliverance From Assyria ........................... 231 31. Hope for the Heathen ................................ 243 SECTION IV. — NATIONAL RETRIBUTION 32. Manasseh and Josiah ................................. 252 33. The Book of the Law ................................ 259 34. Jeremiah . ............................................ 268 35. Approaching Doom ................................... 278 36. The Last King of Judah .............................. 288 37. Carried Captive Into Babylon .......................... 297 38. Light Through Darkness .............................. 304 SECTION V. — IN THE LANDS OF THE HEATHEN 39. In the Court of Babylon ................................ 313 40. Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream .............................. 321 41. The Fiery Furnace ................................... 329 42. True Greatness ....................................... 336 43. The Unseen Watcher ................................. 341 44. In the Lions’ Den .................................... 352 SECTION VI. — AFTER THE EXILE 45. The Return of the Exiles ............................. 360 46. “The Prophets of God Helping Them” ............... 369 47. Joshua and the Angel .................................. 378 48. “Not by Might, nor by Power” ........................384 49. In the Days of Queen Esther ........................ 387 50. Ezra, the Priest and Scribe .......................... 393 51. A Spiritual Revival .................................. 400 52. A Man of Opportunity . ........................... 406 53. The Builders on the Wall ............................. 410 54. A Rebuke Against Extortion ....................... 417 55. Heathen Plots ....................................... 421 56. Instructed in the Law of God........................426 57. Reformation ....................................... 431 SECTION VII. — LIGHT AT EVENTIDE 58. The Coming of a Deliverer ........................ 438 59. “The House of Israel” ................................ 452 60. Visions of Future Glory ............................. 463 The Companion Volumes are: Vol. I.— Adam and Eve Through King David’s Reign — Patriarchs and Prophets Vol. III.—The Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ — The Desire of Ages Vol. IV.—The Times and Ministry of the Apostles — The Acts of the Apostles Vol. V.—The Christian Era Until Victory is Unanimously Achieved — The Great Controversy * Supernatural Revelations Explaining Past, Present, & Future *— TRANSFORMING TRUTH STRANGER THAN FICTION —